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Matlock Station, Matlock, Derbyshire, DE4 3NA
Tel: 01629 580381
Fax: 01629 760645
In 1968 the railway between Matlock and Buxton through the Peak District National Park was closed and lifted. This was once part of Midland Railway's line between Manchester Central and London St.Pancras. In 1975 a group of enthusiasts formed the Peak Railway Society with the aim of re-opening the line.
Initially a Steam Centre was opened at Buxton. Attention later moved to the southern end of the line, where undergrowth was hacked away and rails reinstated. Services commenced between Matlock and Darley Dale in 1991. The northern extension to the site of the former Rowsley locomotive depot saw its first passenger trains in 1997, and where further facilities are currently being developed.
Peak Rail run regular Steam and Diesel-hauled heritage passenger trains between Matlock Riverside and Rowsley. A large car park at Rowsley makes it an ideal way to beat the traffic jams leading into Matlock. We also offer an on-train dining service on selected trains, and footplate experience courses where you can get your hands on the steam engine's controls. Special events are featured at different times of the year, with Santa Specials running through December.
From M1 junctions 28, 29, 30 signposted Matlock. For Matlock station use Public car park near BR station.
A6 to Darley Dale (follow brown signs) use DFS car park or station car park.
A6 to Rowsley (best parking) use Peak Rail car park.
From Stockport, Derby or Manchester, again use A6.
From Stoke on Trent A52, then A5035 from Ashbourne.
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Please mention Visit Derbyshire when you call.

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Sono abbastanza libero, mi piacerebbe conoscere il tuo progetto.
After completing a BA (Hons) Graphic Design and Advertising, specialising in Illustration Graphics, Nicola’s career began as an Illustrator. Her career started when she joined Advocate Art and her Illustrations have been used for many different products from Children’s Books and Greetings Cards through to products such as mugs, placemats, fine art prints and CD covers
Her passion for experimenting has enabled her work to continually evolve and Nicola quickly discovered a talent for painting with oils. Her work uses movement and colour to create abstract, atmospheric pieces that convey the mood of the moment.
Nicola’s inspiration comes from everyday things, from flicking through a magazine to purely observing the people and nature around her. Working from her garden studio, by the coast in East Sussex, where she lives with her husband and two children, provides her very own creative space where she can happily experiment with colours and textures, explore new techniques and materials and best of all, make as much mess as she likes!
“It’s such a great feeling to be working in an industry that I have always wanted to be a part of. There’s nothing better than to be able to walk in to the gallery and have your exhibited work admiredVai alla biografia intera

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HORNETS HOST SPARTANS IN SEASON FINALE
Game #19: Sacramento State Hornets vs. San Jose State Spartans
Sunday, Nov. 18, Hornet Soccer Field, 1 p.m.
AT A GLANCE
The end of the 2007 season brings with it a battle between San Jose State and Sacramento State in a game that could determine third place in the Mountain Pacific Sports Federation. San Jose State is coming off of a 1-1 weekend, defeating UNLV 3-1 on Fri., Nov. 9, before falling to then No. 22 New Mexico 5-1 on Sun., Nov. 11. The Spartans, who downed the Hornets 2-1 in their previous meeting on Oct. 7, have dropped four of their last five contests inside the MPSF. Senior Ismael Ibarra is tied for second place in the conference in goals with 9, while Julio Gonzalez ranks in a tie for fifth in the conference with six goals. As a team, San Jose State ranks second in the MPSF in goals per game, averaging 2.0 per game. Defensively, the Spartans have struggled, ranking last in the conference in goals allowed, giving up 1.75 per game. With their win this season, the Spartans lifetime record over the Hornets improved to 13-5-2. Depending on the result of UNLV’s contests this weekend at Denver and Air Force, the winners of this contest will most likely stake claim to third place in the conference standings. The conference’s automatic bid into the NCAA Tournament is still up for grabs entering the final weekend, as Denver controls its own destiny toward clinching their first MPSF title. Denver wins over UNLV and New Mexico this weekend would clinch the Pioneers their first MPSF title. While a New Mexico win over Denver would clinch the Lobos their fourth straight title.
UNLV SCORES 9TH MINUTE GOAL TO DOWN HORNETS
Sacramento State fell to Mountain Pacific Sports Federation rival UNLV on the road by a score of 1-0, on Sunday, Nov. 11.
After being shutout for nearly 100 minutes of game time earlier this season in Sacramento, UNLV wasted little time getting on the scoreboard. Ben Haugland scored what would become the game-winning goal in the ninth minute off of a feed from Stephen Sifuentes, making the score 1-0.
The Hornets had their first scoring opportunity in the 30th minute, as junior Adam Owens had a headed attempt off of a free kick go just over the goal.
Sacramento State had another strong opportunity turned away, as in the 84th minute junior Brady Nunes’ shot was blocked by a Rebel defender for a team save.
For the match the Hornets were outshot by the Rebels 14-7, with freshman Fernando Cabadas leading the Hornets in shots with four. Lamar Neagle posted five shots, including three on goal to lead UNLV.
HORNETS FALL TO NO. 22 NEW MEXICO 3-0
Sacramento State fell to No. 22 ranked New Mexico by a score of 3-0 on Friday, Nov. 9 at UNM Soccer Complex.
Justin Davis broke a scoreless tie in the 31st minute with a goal off of a cross from Ryan Faquharson, and the Lobos took the 1-0 lead into the intermission.
The Lobos controlled play in the second, as Chris Wright scored two goals, in the 54th and 61st minutes to account for the 3-0 victory.
New Mexico outshot the Hornets 12-1 in the contest, including 8-1 in the second half of play. New Mexico had four players take two shots apiece, while the lone Hornet shot came from senior Brandon Baggett.
BAGGETT’S HEADER LIFTS HORNETS PAST AIR FORCE
For the second time in two weeks, senior Brandon Baggett sent Air Force packing with a game-winning header, this time in the 79th minute, propelling the Hornets to a 1-0 victory on Sunday, Nov. 4 at Hornet Soccer Field.
The contest was a hard fought battle, with 40 combined fouls and five cautions awarded between the two teams. Shots, however, were at a premium, as the teams combined for just five shots in the first 45 minutes of soccer.
Action picked up in the second half, as the teams combined for 15 shots, including eight on goal. Sacramento State was awarded a throw in deep in its own offensive third, and was able to capitalize in the 79th minute. Junior defender Omar Martinez took the throw in, and found fellow junior defender Adam Owens’ head. Owens was then able to flick the ball backwards to the awaiting head of Baggett, who was able to float a header over Falcon ‘keeper Brian Guyette to give the Hornets a 1-0 advantage.
Air Force then had a golden opportunity to tie the match at 1-1 in the 87th minute, as the Falcons were awarded a penalty kick for a foul inside the penalty area. Andy Nigro, who has three goals against the Hornets over the past two seasons, took the shot, but Hornet sophomore ‘keeper Ryan Kenny was able to make a punch save and then corral the ball to keep the shutout intact.
Both teams finished the contest with 10 shots apiece, with Guyette posting five saves and Kenny posting four saves. Air Force also collected a team save in the loss.
Kenny collected his second shutout of the season in the victory, while Owens collected his second assist in as many games. A first team all-MPSF defender a season ago, Owens now has four points on the season, which account for the first four of his career.


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She applied the “Page 99 Test” to her new book, The Breakup 2.0: Disconnecting over New Media, and reported the following:
I opened my book to page 99, and my heart sank a little bit – no good breakup stories. My book is filled with funny, quirky breakup stories, none here. Instead I am introducing a theoretical framework to address an issue that came up in almost all of my interviews. I interviewed 72 people at Indiana University about how they use new media to break up, primarily undergraduates. I was asking people about their media ideologies, about their beliefs about how a medium affects a message, especially when it is a series of messages about ending a relationship. But someone’s media ideology about texting is also always informed by their media ideology about Facebook or instant messaging (even if they aren’t on Facebook or don’t use instant messaging all that often).Read more about The Breakup 2.0 at the Cornell University Press website.
One of the interesting things I noticed in all my interviews is that these breakup stories were all collections of conversations that took place in a number of different media. Very few people only broke up by email or by text message, even if The Breakup Conversation only took place in one medium. Breakups often involve many conversations, and people will use a wide range of media as they disentangle.
In addition, when you are breaking up by Gmail chat, you are also not breaking up by phone, in person, or by texting. Every breakup conversation is a choice of one medium, and a decision against other possible media. So how should one analyze the ways in which all these different understandings of media are interconnected (what media scholars call remediation)?
On page 99, I discuss how two scholars, Jay Bolter and Richard Grusin, discuss remediation. They talk about the ways in which all media are interconnected in terms of media ideologies about immediacy and hypermediation. For these authors, different media lie on a continuum of mediation: how much a medium can seem to alter an image or text or scene from the imagined original moment. But this isn’t necessarily what people care about when they are breaking up with each other. They might care more about how formal or informal a medium seems to be. How do you decide whether texting is more formal than instant messaging? And once you decide, how does this affect the way you will respond if your lover sends you a text message “it’s over?” Do you call them? Do you say: "who behaves this badly?" and refuse all further contact?

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It’s often recommended that you work out first thing in the morning before eating breakfast, in what’s known as a fasted state. This is believed to help with weight loss. However, working out after eating may give you more energy and improve your performance.
Can you eat and exercise at the same time?
You shouldn’t exercise right after eating a large meal, as you may feel bloating or muscle cramping. It’s better to eat low-fiber, low-fat, and high-carbohydrate snacks 30 to 45 minutes before exercising.
What happens if you eat and workout?
Some people may experience various side effects when exercising shortly after eating. These include bloating, nausea, cramping, reflux, vomiting, diarrhea, sluggishness, and potentially hindered performance.
Will I lose weight if I exercise but eat the same?
Unfortunately, it’s not that simple. Exercise while ignoring your diet just isn’t a good weight loss strategy, says exercise physiologist Katie Lawton, MEd. “To lose weight, you need to burn more calories than you consume or eat fewer calories than your body uses each day,” says Lawton.
Is it better to exercise before or after eating?
While the importance of eating before a workout may vary based on the situation, most scientists agree that it’s beneficial to eat after exercise. Research shows that some nutrients, particularly protein and carbs, can help your body recover and adapt after exercise.
Is it OK to workout on an empty stomach?
Working out on an empty stomach won’t hurt you—and it may actually help, depending on your goal. … But first, the downsides. Exercising before eating comes with the risk of “bonking”—the actual sports term for feeling lethargic or light-headed due to low blood sugar.
Is it bad to exercise at night?
A. Traditionally, experts have recommended not exercising at night as part of good sleep hygiene. Now a new study, published Oct. 29, 2018, in Sports Medicine, suggests that you can exercise in the evening as long as you avoid vigorous activity for at least one hour before bedtime.
Is it bad to run after eating?
Though food is fuel for runners, eating a large meal too soon before going out for a run can lead to digestive problems like cramping or diarrhea. Instead, try to wait at least 3 hours after a meal before going for a run.
What happens if you exercise and don’t eat?
When you exercise on an empty stomach, you may burn valuable energy sources and have less stamina. Low blood sugar levels may also leave you feeling lightheaded, nauseous, or shaky. Another possibility is that your body will adjust to continually using fat reserves for energy, and start to store more fat than usual.
Will I lose weight if I exercise 2 hours a day?
Working out twice per day can up the speed of weight loss when done properly and in combination with a balanced diet. The key is burning calories higher than what’s consumed.
How much weight will I lose if I exercise 1 hour a day?
Walking 1 hour each day can help you burn calories and, in turn, lose weight. In one study, 11 moderate-weight women lost an average of 17 pounds (7.7 kg), or 10% of their initial body weight, after 6 months of brisk daily walking ( 3 ).
What should not eat after workout?
8 foods you should avoid eating after a workout
- Sugary post-workout shakes. …
- Processed energy bars. …
- Low-carb meals. …
- Sports drinks. …
- Salty processed foods. …
- Fried foods. …
- Caffeine. …
- Eating nothing.
What is best food to eat before a workout?
Your pre-workout meal often depends on your choice of workout. The best things to eat 30 minutes before a workout include oats, protein shakes, bananas, whole grains, yogurt, fresh fruit, boiled eggs, caffeine and smoothies. Your pre-workout meal often depends on your choice of workout.
What is the best time to eat after a workout?
Protein is necessary to rebuild muscles, while carbs will re-stock glycogen, or energy stores, in your muscles. Eating within 15 to 30 minutes post-workout is ideal, but if this isn’t possible, aim for within 60 minutes. A turkey sandwich on whole wheat bread or a banana and plain yogurt are good, easy options.

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Chris Paul wasn't happy with some Dallas Mavericks fans following Game 4 on Sunday afternoon.
A video has been released and shows Paul screaming at the fans who put their hands on Paul's family, namely his mother.
In the video, Paul was yelling, "I'll see you later" to the fans who were getting escorted out for doing what he did. Paul's wife was also pushed, plus his kids got to witness it.
After this video surfaced, the Mavericks put out a statement condemning the action from the fans.
“The Dallas Mavericks are aware of an incident between a fan and the family of Chris Paul," a statement read. "It was unacceptable behavior and will not be tolerated. The Mavericks, along with American Airlines Center, swiftly removed the fan from today’s game.”
Incidents like this don't belong in sports and it's very unlikely these fans will be allowed back at future Mavericks games.
Paul fouled out in the fourth quarter of the game. He finished with five points and four rebounds.

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Carl Andre: The Complete Poems
Tate Publishing, London and The Carl Andre and Melissa L. Kretschmer Foundation are working together to create a complete catalogue of the poems of Carl Andre (American, born September 16 1935). The publication will record and illustrate some 1,500 poems made by the artist between 1957 and 2000. Each work will be accompanied by detailed information about its origin, provenance, exhibition history, and a bibliography, in addition to extensive supporting material.
While there have been numerous catalogues on Andre’s work since the 1960s, this will be the first comprehensive catalogue of the artist’s poetry. The Complete Poems will provide an indispensable resource for poets, artists, scholars, art institutions, and others interested in the artist’s oeuvre.
For More information on the project, please visit:
Rotor Reflector Review, 1967
Drawing on paper
© Carl Andre/VAGA, New York and DACS, London 2002

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The analyzes for the processes in view of the presidential elections photograph the data of the present time, as we count a whole year before the elections and the photo of the moment focuses on the opposition and the processes that take place in AKEL, DIKO and between the two parties, given intention on both sides to make an effort for cooperation from the first round.
After the Central Committee of AKEL, the spotlight falls on the current conference of DIKO, with the participation of 1,620 members, in which it is inevitable not to raise the issue of presidencies.
In contrast to what followed at the meeting of the Central Committee of AKEL, DIKO intends to allow members to express their views on all issues related to the presidency, including the names of candidates and collaborations. “This is the appropriate step for such a discussion to take place”, he mentioned characteristically to POLITIS 107.6 and the Control Panel show of DIKO Athos Antoniadis.
According to party officials, the prevailing view at the congress will be to support the candidacy of DIKO president Nikola Papadopoulos and with this in hand as an argument they will be taken to Hezekiah Papaioannou for consultation. More in response to Stefanou's statement, that he would prefer the candidate not to be one of the leaders of the two parties.
It was considered an exclusion
AKEL may have tried with the glove to raise the issue of its preference for a common candidate who is not the leader of one or the other party, but in DIKO they saw it differently. As an exclusion of the president of their party. “The pre-exclusions make the collaborations difficult”, said Athos Antoniadis commenting on the issue.
More carefully, the president of the party Nikolas Papadopoulos, in the show of RIK “Challenges”, said “we do not start with exclusions, or with setting criteria for persons, but with political positions”.
The executives of DIKO, publicly when asked, give the name of Nikolas Papadopoulos as the most suitable for the anointing of the candidate, while there does not seem to be a single line of support if Mr. Papadopoulos leaves the equation.
We want EDEK
The prospect of the candidacy of the former Minister of Health George Pamporidis does not cause shocks only in AKEL, since his predominance is not a “walk” even in DIKO, whose executives leak their annoyance from the dynamics that this possibility took prematurely, which they charge at AKEL.
Nikolas Papadopoulos did not comment when asked, but set another parameter, which makes it difficult to support Pamporidis. The cooperation with EDEK, which does not have the best relations with the former Minister of Health, as it is known, due to the rupture in which they came for GESS. “It is important for us to have cooperation with EDEK, it is important for us,” he said.
In the Christodoulidis plan
The first cracks in the possibility of cooperation between AKEL and DIKO bring the discussions for plan B earlier and this is not a party. It is, according to converging information from DIKO, the former Minister of Foreign Affairs Nikos Christodoulidis.
Of course, the path of cooperation with AKEL is -conditional of finding a strong candidate- more certain, at the same time that the election of Christodoulidis carries personal risks for Nikolas Papadopoulos, who does not want a President of a decade or with the prospect of become the leader of the intermediate space.
I told Nikolas
However, AKEL Secretary General Stefanos Stefanou insisted, despite the apparent frictions, on the prospect of cooperation, on the view of avoiding putting party leaders on the table as candidates, even referring to the discussion that took place in the Central Committee. Speaking on the show “Without Rotations”, last Thursday, he even said that he discussed it with Nikolas Papadopoulos and told him that “the non-discussion of the leaders will help”.
In AKEL, which wants to run this time in the election race with the prospect of victory, however, they realize that only with collaborations can they get there. But the equation for reaching a candidate proves difficult.
In the exercises on paper, however, the autonomous descent of the two parties with separate candidates is not ruled out, keeping open the way for their cooperation later, in the second round.
The name of George Pamporidis has never been denied that he is in the thoughts, despite the fact that AKEL insists that it has not been discussed. Stefanos Stefanou tried to keep the nomenclature in the Central Committee, to avoid scuffles, and to a large extent he succeeded, however what he feared came from the New Forces and Irini Charalambidou, who is not a member of the Central Committee, which from the show “Morning Inspection” of POLITIS 107.6 did not hide words about the prospect of Pamporidis candidacy, openly stating her opposition to the possible former government minister Anastasiadis, who unleashed hatred against AKEL, his former Prime Minister and his policy. Dimitris Christofias, to become the candidate of the Left party. Indeed, relevant tweets of Mr. Pamporidis are still posted on his personal account and screenshots circulate from chat to chat. However, there are also screenshots by Irini Charalambidou, who cordially said goodbye to Mr. Pamporidis when he left the Minister of Health.
Irini Charalambidou's move, which may feel strong due to her outstanding performance in parliamentary crosses of preference and spending her last term in Parliament, was out of line. The reactions at the beginning were intense and after Stefanou's intervention softer, in an attempt to avoid introversion, which is moving, at least for the time being, away from the limelight.
Rebel and murmur
In AKEL, however, they do not only have to manage the possibility of a guerrilla from Mrs. Charalambidou, which could develop in a similar way to the turn that the Christodoulidis case takes in DISY. The possibility of supporting George Pamporidis causes a wider murmur, despite the apparent favor he has from the leadership or part of the party leadership.
The main argument of Pamporidis supporters is that he is the man who achieved the greatest social conquest of this place, the GESS, and that he is today openly against the Anastasiadis government and DISY.
However, as much as he is considered anti-conformist, dynamic, spontaneous, he does not stop being a member of the Anastasiadis government and a member of DISY and this causes a crisis of party identity in part of the AKEL base, which is not ready for such an excess.
Averoff at the start
Apparently, DISY closed with the candidacy of Averof Neophytou. And finally; On the contrary. Probably a start. Mr. Neophytou was relieved of his anxiety about whether he would be the party's candidate, but not whether he would be able to win or even finish.
The president of DISY still has many episodes ahead of him, starting with the alienation caused by his early announcement. DIKO already finds no reason to look for ways of cooperation, since the decisions of the ruling party leave only one option: To tie to Averoff's horse. The road is therefore more difficult in terms of finding alliances.
Mr. Neophytou also has to face the profile that he built and that he admitted in the Sigma show “Without Rotations”, that he broadcasts to the public. That is, the wicked one, the one who “comes in and out” to achieve what he wants. Something that is a double-edged sword, as some see it positively and some negatively.
He also has to face the comparison with Nikos Christodoulidis, or even Mr. Christodoulidis himself, under certain conditions. Of course, Mr. Christodoulidis will also need to explain when and what he disagreed with in the last 9 years with Averof Neophytou.
On the other hand, Averof Neophytou has the advantage that he can use the government mechanism to “give solutions” to problems faced by population groups and he is already doing so, in fact with the slogan “we give solutions”.
Christodoulidis on call
Nikos Christodoulidis, when he left the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, many thought he had the solution in his pocket. Various things were said, written or more whispered, but we did not see any movement.
Mr. Christodoulidis is currently fighting to stay in the news, as he has lost the step towards the media. His name is not in the daily bulletins, as he is no longer a minister, but he still enjoys great popularity and has a profile that helps him in a time that also helps him, which is disparaging to anything reminiscent of an old-fashioned politician.
At the level of strategy, finally the former Foreign Minister is waiting on the phone. In an ideal situation for him, that DIKO will not find with AKEL, and if the concerns of Nikolas Papadopoulos for his face are calmed down, he might get a phone call.
However, he appears determined to take the big step and it is expected that his candidacy will be announced in the spring.


The FTSE 100-listed energy supplier posted a loss before tax of £1.1bn for 2019 and cut its dividend 58% to 5p as it was hit by £1.75bn of charges and a £493mln cash contribution to its pension fund.
Charges included Centrica writing down its oil and gas exploration and production (E&P) assets by £476mln its stake in UK nuclear power plants by £372mln due to lower commodity prices.
The company wants to sell these assets, ideally by the end of 2020, to become a fully consumer-facing business.
“Centrica is a turnaround story still in its infancy and the company’s full results show there is a long way to go before the utility company is in a better shape for the next phase of its life,” said Russ Mould at AJ Bell.
While the results showed a lessening in the amount of customer churn that has plagued the group in recent years, as well as more positive customer feedback, Mould said the issues with the oil, gas and nuclear operations have clouded things somewhat and is likely to mean Centrica may have to sell them for a lower price than the market might have previously expected.
In the near term, he said investors will be inclined to give the company the benefit of the doubt after 2019 saw somewhat of a “perfect storm” of events, but he still has qualms about the lack of cover for the dividend.
Adjusted cash flow fell 18% to £1.8bn last year but free cash flow fell 71% to £141mln, which Mould noted would not even be able to cover the new dividend, which is likely to cost around £290mln in 2020.
With continued weakness in the contribution from E&P, the outlook for 2020 for cashflow and earnings “looks very weak”, said analysts at JP Morgan Cazenove, with cash expected to come in around £180m lower than its estimate.
“Given we previously considered 2019 to be a ‘one-off’ weak year and there is a beneficial reduction in D&A, this is very bearish indeed on an underlying basis,” they added.
UBS agreed that the broader outlook from the company suggests that in 2020 “growth in the customer facing business and contraction in the asset businesses could offset each other, implying limited room for earnings growth in 2020”, though UBS forecasts the dividend will be nudged up to 5.3p for 2020 and to 5.5p the year after.
But Mould said Centrica’s free cash flow cover for a dividend of 5p payment would have only exceeded 2.0 times or more on just three occasions in the past nine years, “so it would be unwise to take too much for granted.
“A 5p dividend on a 70p share price equates to a yield of more than 7%, which is bordering back on ‘too good to be true’ territory in a world where the Bank of England base rate is 0.75% and investors are demanding such a high yield (and only paying a low share price) to compensate themselves for the risks associated with owning the shares.”


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Around the world, favourable social and political circumstances have encouraged the development of academically non-traditional ways of researching. This article explores the recent proliferation of research approaches from Pacific and Pasifika communities which, in some Australian and New Zealand contexts, are attracting increased interest from policymakers and researchers. We present a socio-historical account of how the Pacific research paradigm emerged and some key contemporary Pacific research approaches within this paradigm.
Te reo Māori, the Indigenous language of Aotearoa New Zealand Māori, suffered great marginalisation due to British colonisation, the effects of which are still experienced today. We interpreted national probability data from the New Zealand Attitudes and Values Study and constructed two models. Participants rated how strongly they supported teaching Māori language in New Zealand primary schools, from 1 (strongly oppose) to 7 (strongly support). Model 1 assessed how demographics related to support in 2015 (N = 15,821).
The overarching policy strategy for Māori education is contained in the document Ka Hikitia— Accelerating Success 2013–2017: The Māori Education Strategy (preceded by Ka Hikitia—Managing for Success 2008–2012), out of which fall some specific Māori education resources. One of these is Tātaiako: Cultural Competencies for Teachers of Māori Learners. The Tātaiako framework purports to define behaviours and skills that reflect a teacher’s Māori cultural competence to ensure the success of Māori students, as Māori.
How does cultural identity matter for Māori economic decision-making? Te Rangahau o Te Tuakiri Māori me Ngā Waiaro ā-Pūtea | The Māori Identity and Financial Attitudes Study (MIFAS) aims to address this question. The MIFAS is the first large-scale (n = 7,019) nationwide study of Māori aged 18 and over that aims to correlate personal cultural beliefs and practices to economic choices.
This paper discusses experiences of Māori who self-report that they are socially assigned as Pākehā and explores these experiences in relation to Māori identity and colonisation. Utilising Kaupapa Māori theory, methodology and methods, semi-structured interviews were undertaken with 10 participants. Three interrelated themes were identified through a thematic analysis: claims of identity, challenges to identity and reinforcement of identity.
This article reports the findings of a two-year transdisciplinary research project that explored the implications of climate change for the security and safety of drinking water supplies in three communities in Te Hiku o te Ika in Aotearoa New Zealand. In this region, potable water comes mainly from “roof and tank” systems. The project was designed as integrative Kaupapa Māori research utilising climate science, microbiology and social science to develop community-oriented approaches for dealing with the complex issues at the nexus of climate change.
This article illuminates the embryonic academic practice of writing doctoral theses in te reo Māori, storying the experiences of graduates, supervisors, examiners and senior managers involved in this pathway. In keeping with Indigenous sensibilities, a narrative research approach is adopted, whereby analysis proceeds by carefully curating interview data to tell a compelling insider story of the reo Māori doctoral journey.
Lifecourse research examines people’s trajectories through life and factors that influence those trajectories. It has the potential to build an evidence base around programmes that are effective for Māori. This paper describes the development and initial stages of Te Kura Mai i Tawhiti (TKMT), an innovative long-term research programme run as a collaboration between Taranaki Māori community organisation Te Pou Tiringa and the University of Otago’s National Centre for Lifecourse Research.
Due to processes of colonisation, te reo Māori is currently identified as being in a state of endangerment (Reedy et al., 2011), which heightens the need for positive Māori language education outcomes. At a national level, reo Māori educators have begun incorporating technology into language classrooms to increase student engagement with the language (Heavey, 2014; McKenzie, 2014). This research evaluates a pilot study of Māori language auditory resources involving introductory to intermediate level learners of te reo Māori from Victoria University of Wellington.


Congratulation to the condos in South False Creek Village who will be working cooperatively to benefit all. Here is their recent correspondence with the FCRA..
Village at False Creek Committee of Strata Presidents
Chairperson: Perry Leslie, Canada House
Vice-chairperson: Mary Fines, Kayak
1. To enhance communications on shared Village strata operations – for example, the Neighbourhood Energy Utility, heating/cooling systems and billing (Enerpro).
2. To enhance communications and create efficiencies on common strata issues – for example, security, management and janitorial services.
3. To raise, discuss, or act on matters of common concern or interest – for example, the South East False Creek Development Plan and development applications as they relate to living in the Village at False Creek.
4. To support the False Creek Residents Association.


Television host Sugar Mercado answered the netizens who were asking if she really had a relationship with her former boss Willie Revillame.
Sugar who became popular as one of the hosts of Eat Bulaga returned to television after becoming one of the hosts of Willie’s show Wowowin.
Netizens couldn’t stop noticing the closeness between Sugar and Willie, sparking rumors that the two were dating.
However, during a press conference for her latest project, Sugar denied that she had a relationship with the popular television host.
Sugar was wondering why she was the only one being linked to Willie despite the fact that many people received help from the host.
She also denied that she had a child with the host.
“Ano ‘yon, dyowa? Huwag n’yong ipagpilitan ang iniisip n’yo!” Sugar said.
In another interview, the 33-year-old dancer said that she was thankful for the help she received from Willie.
“Ako, kahit anong mangyari sa future or what, ipagdadasal ko siya lagi, araw-araw, na humaba pa yung buhay niya dahil sobrang ang dami pa niyang matutulungan na taong salat sa buhay tsaka gusto ng pag-asa.” she stated.
As of writing, Willie has yet to respond to the rumors about his real score with Sugar.


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A North Bergen woman and a Fort Lee woman pleaded guilty Monday to participating in a fraud scheme that cost credit card companies and lenders more than $2 million.
Hyon-Suk Chung, 50, of North Bergen, and Rita S. Kim, 49, of Fort Lee, each pleaded guilty before U.S. District Judge Katharine Hayden in Newark to conspiracy to commit mail and wire fraud.
They each face a maximum penalty of 5 years in prison when they are sentenced on Jan. 8, 2014. Also, they will be ordered to pay restitution of more than $2 million, authorities said.
Chung and Kim were part of the large scheme -- led by ring leader Sang-Hyun Park of Palisades Park -- in which more than 50 people have pleaded guilty since the initial arrests in September 2010.
The scheme involved a group of people obtaining Social Security number of Chinese people who were working in U.S. territories and paying Chung and Kim to add their identities to Chung and Kim's credit card accounts to build up credit scores.
After building up the credit scores, ring members used them to open bank accounts and obtain more credit cards that were used to commit fraud, authorities said.Kim and Chung admitted they created credit scores for approximately 100 identities, all of whom had no previous credit scores, causing credit card companies and other lenders $2,047,651 in losses.
Sentencing for both women is scheduled for Jan. 8, 2014.

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With over 300 million users on its network, social network Linkedin is betting big on mobile to drive growth, as around 50 percent of its traffic is expected to have come from mobile devices.
“We know mobile is critical. Later this year, we are going to hit our mobile moment, where mobile accounts for more than 50% of all global traffic,” said Deep Nishar, Senior Vice President, Linkedin in a blog post.
Linkedin users from Costa Rica, Malaysia, Singapore, Sweden, United Arab Emirates and the United Kingdom, access their Linkedin profile more on their mobile devices than on their desktop computers. On an average, 15 million profile, 1.45 million job and 44,000 job applications are being viewed in over 200 countries through mobile everyday.
A jump from 200 million user milestone in January 2013, means that the company’s traffic figures have added an average of 6.6 million new users per month over the past 15 months.
“While this is an exciting moment, we still have a long way to go to realise our vision of creating economic opportunity for every one of the 3.3 billion people in the global workforce,” Nishar said. He further added that the company is working on delivering more personalized experience built around members and their identity, network and knowledge.
No wonder, the next big thing is getting smaller and smaller. As our daily internet consumption habits are changing, the social media industry is also witnessing a change in their native platforms and user behavior.
Smartphone hardware has matured, and this is not the case of Linkedin alone. Social media giant Facebook is also witnessing a similar trend. Following which, the company has doubled down on development of its mobile product, as stated by its founder Mark Zuckerberg in a recent interview with New York Times.
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"I am hearing poetry when awake,
dreaming poetry when asleep,
breathing poetry with each breath,
I am living in a poem."
©Susie Clevenger 2014
Very vivid analogy, Susie, and very well expressed. And you know I can seriously relate.
Neat! Painful. Pealed/peeled word play hit me as truth in eyes, ears, and memory. So few words, such a big truth.
Love the bloodshot words peeled from walls of insomnia. So visual.
Excellent description here, Susie. That 'peeled' is an excellent choice of word.
painful truth...and power packed words...
ouch - I feel this. Too close to home.
I'm loving the vivid imagery, too. Excellent, Susie.
Wow! That's something to feel and keep. <3
bloodshot words - a play, nearly, on bloodshot wounds ? ~
Oh, my. "Peeled from walls..." Fantastic.
Susie, these words set the tone so well "no lullabies". Vivid take on insomnia!
yeah, ouch! i know this feeling.
That is brutal. I hate when I can't sleep.
Unfortunately I can sooo relate.
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Today we’re signposting. We’re signposting you to Financial Business support in September 2020.
We’re looking at the Job Support Scheme and Winter Economy Plan announced last week, support for home workers, and reminding you about the North East funding for business.
We thought you may be sick of hearing from us, so this week we’re sharing articles to keep you up to date on financial business support.
Job Support Scheme and Winter Recovery Plan
The Chancellor, Rishi Sunak, announced on 24 September 2020, the Job Support Scheme, as to replace the Furlough Scheme when it ends in October.
This sets out to save “viable Jobs” and top up the salaries of workers on reduced hours.
Many companies have asked their staff to work from home for the near future, or even permanently. We know of some small businesses have given up their office space in favour of setting up office space at home.
But do you know your entitlements?
Martins Money gives a good insight into what you can claim when working from home.
SME Restart and Recovery Grants
We’ve been sending out updates since August on the SME Restart and Recovery Grants delivered by the North East Growth Hub. Many of you will recall the disappointment when their system crashed for second round applicants. They’ve changed their approach by staggering applications by Local Authority area:
Opens: Monday 28 September, 12noon.
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American designer Michael Kors paid tribute to US feminist icon Gloria Steinem on the final day of New York Fashion Week Wednesday.
His Fall-Winter 2023 parade saw several models wear round, low-hanging belts in a nod to the 88-year-old Steinem’s signature look.
Steinem, considered the leader of second-wave feminism in America in the late 1960s and early ’70s, sat front row at the show in Manhattan’s West Village.
She looked on alongside Vogue editor-in-chief and high priestess of fashion Anna Wintour, and actresses Mindy Kaling and Kate Hudson.
“The women who intrigued me then (and who) still intrigue me today are the women who break the rules, do things their own way,” Kors told reporters Tuesday, ahead of the show.
“Even though they’re strong or they’re powerful, and they’re smart, they’re happy to admit that they love fashion, and they enjoy fashion,” he added.
Steinem said in a 2015 interview that she often wore a “concho” belt.
A concho is a metal ornament, often silver and round, that has its origins in the culture of the Navajo Native American nation.
Uruguayan-American Gabriela Hearst is another designer who drew inspiration from non-conformist, pioneering women for the New York parade.
On Tuesday, she honored Irish architect Eileen Gray, who paved the way for the modernist architecture movement in the 1920s.
Her homage was evident in Hearst’s straight, functional cuts of recycled cashmere jackets, trousers and long coats.
Gray’s “Dragon’s” armchair sold at auction in Paris for almost 22 million euros ($28 million) in 2009, more than 30 years after her death aged 98.
It set a record for 20th Century decorative art.
“She never got to see this reality and, like many women, she undervalued herself and her excellence,” Hearst said in her designer’s notes.
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No general characteristics are present to tell the difference between the written and art form of calligraphy. But from what was gathered, it is stated that the strokes of a word are necessary to express meaning in the work (Chinese Calligraphy and Ink Painting). By doing this, emotions can be articulated through the visualization of the calligraphy composition. One example of this is the word for sun. This word combines cursive with standard script through the uses of dots and strokes to convey emotion (The Embodied Image, 1999, 36-37).
Here are a few examples of calligraphy in its artistic form:
Images from The Calligraphy of Jingjing Ye.
Harrist, Robert E., Jr. and Wen C. Fong. The Embodied Image: Chinese Calligraphy from the John B. Elliott Collection . Princeton, N.J. : Art Museum, Princeton University in association with Harry N. Abrams, 1999.
Morrow, Jan. Chinese Calligraphy and Ink Painting. 3 May 2007. <http://artsedge.kennedy-center.org/content/2217/>
Ye, Jingjing. The Calligraphy of Jingjing Ye. 2005 Apr. 3 May 2007. <http://www.bohememagazine.net/php/modules.php?name=News&file=article&sid=562>


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I recently did a live video broadcast on communication. Looking at miscommunication and lack of communication, especially when we are struggling. If you missed it, you can catch up on the video at http://bit.ly/2PfeJZi
It got me thinking more about it all. When I had depression, I couldn’t communicate with others about how I was feeling. I never consciously thought about being judged or rejected. But I do remember thinking ‘no one cares anyway’.
I would reach out to people in different ways. But if they weren’t accepting my attempts, it would just reinforce the thought that no one cares. So was I trying to communicate my struggles? When I almost begged a friend to come walking every week, I was definitely mis-communicating. How could they know I desperately needed that break out of the house?
How let down I felt when it didn’t happen?
I never told them. So in this story, where does the responsibility lie? Was it my responsibility to disclose? Or their responsibility to recognise the change in my behaviour?
It’s a tough one to answer. In an ideal world, I would have asked for help and they would have definitely obliged. But we don’t live in an ideal world. I’ve been both sides. I’ve been the one hiding my struggles and I’ve been the one asking if all is OK. In both situations, I have made mistakes.
So here is what I’m suggesting. How about that those of us struggling let someone we trust know that we are not feeling great. We share that we could do with help, some space or support. We’ll ask for a text to check in every day, or a phonecall.
For those of us who have friends who have changed their behaviours, we ask if they are ok. No matter how slight that change is. Asking if they are genuinely OK – not the standard ‘I’m fine!’ response we know isn’t true. We let them know that we are here no matter how busy we seem. If you let us know, we will give it our best shot to help.
Let’a create a communicating community again.

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Not a month after this groundbreaking designation was announced, The Crooked Road took a turn. Now its funding is at risk. This weekend, Virginia's Senate Finance Committee recommended striping about $290,000 from the budget of the Virginia Foundation for the Humanities, which is a principle funder for The Crooked Road.
The initiative already operates on a modest budget -- about $350,000 annually. Losing support from the The Virginia Foundation could be a major blow to this promotional platform, which has proven to be a cultural success as well as an economic one.
The Roanoke Times cites a 2008 economic impact study that attributed gains along the length of the trail at $23 million every year. For those business majors out there that's a staggering ROI, something like a 6500%.
What's more The Crooked Road promises to be a model for the rest of the nation. Rob Nieweg, director of the southern field office for the National Trust recently told The Roanoke Times, "We want other regions in the country to look at The Crooked Road and see how to take regional character and, in effect, build sustainable economic development."
It would be a local calamity to lose this attraction but also a regional one. While picking styles and accents vary form holler to holler, we are one Appalachia. When one of us shines, we are all in the spotlight. When one light goes out, life for all of us gets a little dimmer.
Virginian or not, I hope you'll write, email or call a Virginia state representative and encourage him or her to find another way to balance the budget. Ask that they drive on by this crooked road.


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Café Society will meet at the Ron’s Barber Shop on Friday, February 11
James Thindwa, member of In These Times‘ Board of Directors and a labor and community activist, will be our guest speaker.
From What Ails the Black Body Politic by James Thindwa
“Can Black America, experiencing newfound pride in the first black president, challenge a Democratic Party in the grip of neoliberal orthodoxy and help reinvigorate progressive politics?…black political engagement is indispensable to the movement-building necessary to enact a real progressive agenda. Throughout history, African Americans have dissented, advocated and protested—translating those actions into public policy.”
Questions for Consideration
Why might Black voices of dissent feel stifled? How can Black America help reinvigorate progressive politics and what should a more progressive agenda look like? Polls show 90% of African Americans approving of the president’s job performance compared to 40 percent of white Democrats. What are possible reasons for this gap?
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Even in small towns there is a possibility of sinister evil, where the secrets of the past can turn even the most unlikely foe into a killer. Yet it is also true about small towns that dark secrets are often more difficult to extricate from gossip in an effort to reach the truth.
In Real Murder, A Lovers in Crime Mystery by Lauren Carr, we follow the exploits of Detective Cameron Gates. When she meets an irascible elderly lady she is fascinated by her stories. Yet her new friend, Dolly is labeled as senile and delusional. Dolly has been trying to get someone to help her investigate the murder of one of her girls. Yet as Cameron tries to decipher this story, she realizes that Dolly had never had children and understands the cautions from her friends.
In the meantime, Prosecutor Joshua Thornton is looking for answers to the disappearance of a close personal friend of his from long ago. The last to ever see him, Joshua is feeling like there is something important that must come to light. His friend is not just another missing person; he was a new sheriff deputy investigating the murder of a local prostitute on his own when he disappeared.
When Cameron’s friend, the elderly Dolly, is murdered, she struggles to make sense of things. Why would anyone murder such a sweet old lady? Yet when a cruiser is found in the bottom of a lake, and the body of Joshua’s friend comes to light, only these two, Cameron and Joshua, can find the tie that twists the two deaths together.
This is a fun and amazing journey into the past and into the mindset of a killer. Carr’s unerring description of character is spot on, and you grow to understand and have feelings for them as though they are quite real. The ability to create such realism has you unable to put down the story until its final page. Yet you will find yourself looking for more, missing the action and camaraderie, and hating on those who are responsible for the death of such wonderful personalities. The realism makes it personal, and that is a difficult chore for some writers.
If you love mystery and history and the interesting characters of small towns, you will be intrigued by this work. The oeuvre just keeps getting better. Carr has a particular way with infusing loving and trusting personalities into her character’s making them friends instead of just cardboard cutouts.
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Formed in 1967, The Missing Links reunited in 2008, to play at founding member Gary Roy's 40th high school reunion. But, the one-time gig turned into a permanent reunion.
Campers sang their hearts out June 10 to June 28, at the Sarasota Opera, where they learned about different aspects that make-up opera, including make-up, set design, acting, opera history, dance, percussion and costuming.
David Frayer submitted this photo, taken of the Sarasota skyline at night.
Florence Katz, 98, recently received the Salute to Senior Service Award for the entire state in a contest sponsored by Home Instead Senior Care.
Bird Key Yacht Club members enjoyed a spa day Monday, June 24, at The Met on St. Armands Circle. Hair stylist Raquel Ruiz gave ladies tips on how to use the proper tools and keep hair lifted during the summer months. Consultants talked to ladies in the fashion house about summer styling and make-up.
Kids at Opera Camp sang their hearts out June 10 to June 28 at the Sarasota Opera and learned about different aspects of an opera including make-up, set design, acting, opera history, dance, percussion and costuming. Children ages 8 to 18 learned from artists in the community and professionals in the field.
The Highlands Golf Course, part of the Meadows Country Club, will hold its grand reopening July 5-7.


According to recently rumors on NR, the next Nikon D5 flagship full frame DSLR camera will have a new 20MP full frame sensor, and native high ISO range will be 102,400, also it will be first 4K Video recording DSLR camera from Nikon.
Here updated specs list of Nikon D5:
- New 20MP FX sensor (Socionext announced MN2WS03101A chip with 4k video capabilities, which will probably used on Nikon D5)
- 4k video recording
- 173 autofocus points
- Native high ISO of 102,400
- 15 fps
- Body design similar to the D4S
- Announcement expected in late 2015 or in early 2016, previous rumored date is at CES 2016.
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Serge Ferrari recommits to ecological research through its presence on the Tara Oceans expedition vessel for an assignment focusing on the oceans and the impact of climate changes on the planet.
Stamoid Light composite membrane will protect scientific equipment on board and Stamoid Top will shelter 14 crew members against extreme weather conditions in the Arctic Circle’s icy seas.
Serge Ferrari Stamoid membranes’ lightness and resistance to marine environments and severe climatic conditions make them the ideal partners of Tara Oceans.
The partnership between Serge Ferrari and Tara Expéditions was founded during the Tara Océans venture in 2009.
This outstanding scientific expedition involved sending Tara, a 36 metre long schooner, on a 3-year mission to investigate plankton stocks in the globe’s oceans and seas and the impact of climate warming on the planet.
For this mission, Tara needed to be fitted out with high-performance materials capable of ensuring long, complex crossings subject to multiple climate changes.
Particularly sensitive to environmental issues, Serge Ferrari naturally agreed to support the crew during this venture and to supply all the composite materials needed for fitting out the research vessel:
• Serge Ferrari Stamoid Light was used for on-board auxiliary and scientific equipment covers
• Serge Ferrari Stamoid Top for canopies protecting crews from bad weather and UV radiation
• Soltis 86 for solar protection over a curved cockpit.
Throughout their long 3-year voyage, the different crew members were entirely satisfied with the resistance and lightness of the Serge Ferrari composite materials and wanted to renew the experience this year in relation to a new destination: the Far North and……. the Arctic!
From May to November 2013, Tara will navigate around the Arctic Ocean and through both through the North-Eastern and North-Western passages to study the marine polar ecosystem and complete the research undertaken since 2009.
Once again, Serge Ferrari stands next to Tara Arctic by supplying composite materials capable of resisting an icy marine environment and extreme climatic conditions:
• Lightweight, resistant Serge Ferrari Stamoid Light is again protecting all scientific equipment on the vessel
• Serge Ferrari Stamoid Top is sheltering the crew, while hard at work beneath a full deck canopy
• Stamskin Top, selected for its resistance to intense usage requirements, is covering all the entire mess seating.
Serge Ferrari is proud to accompany Tara Expéditions around the globe by ensuring optimum navigating conditions for its crews.
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One of the great surviving troves of New Zealand music photography is held by Kent Richardson, the son of legendary broadcaster Keith Richardson. Although he came from a theatre background Keith became one of the key radio figures of the 1960s with shows in Napier (broadcast on a transmitter loud enough to be heard across much of the nation) and then in Wellington where Keith was the voice of the chart shows for many years.
Keith was also a mighty hoarder and kept everything: recordings, notes, letters – and photographs. Boxes of unique images were passed to his son Kent when Keith passed away in 2011.
We are fortunate at AudioCulture to have been given access to these and this page is a sampling of the visual treasures in the Keith Richardson archive.
Keith Richardson at one of the many dances he DJed at over the years
Keith Richardson and touring UK pop star Sandie Shaw in 1965
Peter Posa writes to Keith Richardson: "met Sinatra and Dean Martin"
Hastings band The Rockets released several singles on Pacific and HMV in the early 1960s and were managed by Keith Richardson
Whangarei's The Classic Affair: Reggie Ruka, Peter Timperley, Peter Topp, Keith Murdoch and Billy Williams. Billy featured in many bands in the 1970s including Space Farm, BLERTA and the Australasian Band Of Light. Reggie Ruka was in Mississippi in Australia, who were later renamed The Little River Band.
A Sal Criscillo shot of The Avengers, likely taken at the same shoot used for the cover of their Electric Recording album in 1967
Lou and Simon
Late 1960s popstars The Challenge: Gary Clarke, Own Christian, Steve Clarke, Ricky Ball and John Bush. Ricky Ball was later in Ticket and Hello Sailor.
Judy and Suzanne Donaldson – The Chicks
Dinah Lee in Napier
Auckland's The Hi-Revving Tongues
The Larry's Rebels' business card
Maurice Greer, drummer and bandleader with The Human Instinct, circa 1970
The post Larry Morris The Rebels, with new vocalist Glyn Mason
The late Tommy Adderley
Hastings singer and bandleader Teddy Bennett, who recorded several early rock and roll singles for Pacific and more middle of the road releases for HMV
Napier band Troubled Mind. They included Bob Jackson who would go on to play with Larry Morris and others in the 1970s.
The Simple Image in a HMV promo shot taken by Barry Clothier


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Kandi Burruss shared a throwback clip with Tiny Harris on her social media account the other day. Fans were really impressed and continued to mention more songs from the same period.
Kandi shared more music on IG, and fans still can't stop talking about her in the comments.
‘FBF: Me and U many people talked about this song yesterday. Thank you, @neyo for the album, it's a setback from Kandi Koated's album around 2010, "Kandi captioned his post.
Someone talked about the song and said: favorita Favorite song on the album 🔥 !!!! You did what I had to do! "And another follower published this:" This was the absolute favorite song on the CD. Still, listen to it weekly! "
An Instagram installer also talked about Kandi's music and said: ‘I was listening to this song the other day. Love Love Love. & # 39;
Someone else published: Ese That complete album from beginning to end was a success! You don't have to skip any of the songs, they are all shot! "and another follower seems to be on the same page:" This song was everything !!!! I heard it the other day. "
A commenter praised Kandi's voice and said: Qué What a beautiful voice! Always love your voice and you are also so beautiful! ", While another fan posted this:" Yes! Taking this kind of music to the new generation. "
Another follower believes that this ‘It was definitely a good album, I still saw it to this day. I'm playing the introduction about 10 times before even starting the album. "
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At the 18th hole, Lena Schaeffner and Malene Kroboll Hansen found themselves in an usual spot.
The Coastal Carolina teammates were competing against each other for a title.
Schaeffner birdied the 295-yard par-4 and secured her second career individual victory in the 3M Jaguar Intercollegiate when Krolboll Hansen’s birdie attempt from 89 feet just missed.
Though only one of them could secure the individual honor, the duo led the Chanticleers to a six-stroke victory at Forest Hills Golf Club in Augusta, Ga.
“It was super close,” CCU coach Katie Quinney said. “They were literally tied on the last hole. Lena birdied the hole and Malene hit the ball in perfect position, giving herself a great opportunity to make birdie but just missed from 89 feet.”
While the situation also put Quinney in a strange spot, it was one she’d take any day.
“As a coach, you’re thrilled if either one wins,” she said.
Schaeffner, who entered the round tied for third, finished with a 3-under 68 to finish at 4-under 209, a stroke ahead of Krolboll Hansen (73), who started the round as the individual leader, and Furman’s Taylor Totland (69). Schaeffner’s total was the second-best three-round result in school history.
As a team, Coastal shot a final-round 4-over 288 to finish at 15-over 867, six strokes ahead of Kennesaw State and the Paladins.
It was the Chants’ third team win this season. They won the JU Classic (Ponte Vedra Beach, Fla.) and Palmetto Intercollegiate (Kiawah Island) in the fall.
“It was great. Winning those two in the fall really helped to calm their nerves when they were in a position to do it again,” Quinney said. “They played great, but it was tight toward the end. Knowing we had the experience and the players we had, it was easy to relax and enjoy it.”
Coastal’s Bailey Cocca (73) tied for 15th (223), Frida Castillo (73) tied for 30th (227) and Emee Herbert (75) tied for 35th (230).
“Our driving of the ball and ball-striking was great. We had more birdie opportunities inside of 15 feet than I can ever remember,” Quinney said. “They executed very well. They kept out of trouble and drove the ball really well. They gave themselves lots of opportunities.”
Schaeffner, who also was medalist in the Palmetto Intercollegiate, provided the Chants’ third individual win this season. The other came in the JU Classic by Marissa Hinchman, who has not been in the lineup the last two weeks.
The reason, Quinney said, is the Chanticleers are simply so deep that she’s been the odd player out as of late.
“It’s such an advantage,” Quinney said of the depth. “Any given day anyone can be the hero. It’s really nice. It’s really showing the talent is more than there and the hard work is showing. It’s really coming together and we’re starting to see some really positive results.”
Coastal has two more tournaments on the schedule ahead of the Big South Championship in mid-April, and Quinney believes the team is on the ascent.
“It’s exciting to know they’re capable of all of this,” said Quinney, who has led CCU to 12 team titles since 2009. “We haven’t even peaked yet. We’re still leaving a lot out on the golf course. It’s exciting to know our best golf is yet to come.”


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Posted by Shirley Wagener on 16 September 2021 9:10 AM CAT
September is Tourism Month!
Ceres Tourism would like to encourage everyone to celebrate Tourism month and World Tourism Day on 27 September, by being a tourist in their own town or area.
The purpose of World Tourism Day is also to create awareness on the importance of tourism and its social, cultural, political and economic value.
When last did you visit the Ceres Togryers Museum, taking you back in time to experience the history of the San and their rock paintings, meteorite fall, the life of the transport riders, the destructive earthquake in 1969 and the forced removals during 1960.
There is a whole range of other attractions and activities right at your doorstep for you to explore - ziplining; hiking & mountain biking trails; 4x4 routes; wine, beer & cider tasting facilities and many more.


On the streaming service Shudder, foreign series like “Jordskott” and “Penance” offer a classic psychological dread that’s in short supply on American TV.
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Four different “credit repair” operations have been ordered to pay a total of more than $2 million in penalties for allegedly tricking people into thinking their bad credit could be easily fixed.The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau announced today that it filed complaints and proposed judgments against Prime Credit, LLC, IMC Capital, LLC, Commercial Credit Consultants, and Park View Law, …
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The Horse-Shoe Trail is a 140-mile (230 km) trail that runs from the western edge of Valley Forge National Historical Park westward toward Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. It ends about 15 miles (24 km) northeast of Harrisburg at the Appalachian Trail.
The trail was developed for equestrian and pedestrian use, according to the Horse-Shoe Trail Club guide (see below), hence the name (horse + shoe).
A 17-mile segment of the trail in Chester and Berks counties has been designated a National Recreation Trail.
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Crowfall ACE Q&A March 2017
The monthly ACE Q&A arrives for Crowfall, this time focusing on the inclusion of placeholders in testing.
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In a nutshell, utilizing machine learning can help developers detect operational issues automatically, while at the same time being recommended specific actions needed for remediation. Amazon DevOps Guru is able to accomplish this feat through automated collection and analysis of the organization’s application metrics, logs, events, and behavior that deviate from normal operating patterns.
The AWS DeepRacer League, which is exclusive to women, is the first autonomous racing league that is set on the global stage. It introduces an advanced machine learning technique called reinforcement learning through a virtual and autonomous 3D racing simulator.
With the “new normal” reinforcing the need for companies to adopt digital strategies, cloud computing giant Amazon Web Services (AWS) has emphasized the important role of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) in the post-pandemic world.
The convergence of the cloud and AI is enabling widespread innovation in autonomous technology, especially in mobility.
The top regional executive for public sector at Amazon Web Services says the “cloud-first” policy adopted by the Philippine government is producing significant results.
The cloud model has completely upended the traditional computing system and this is the reason why the database market is also undergoing massive transformation.
AWS has built a huge headstart in the cloud space, having launched its first cloud service way back in 2006 when the company debuted.
Fortinet named Louie Castaneda as its top local executive while AWS appointed Stephen “Tep” Misa as its country manager for the Philippines.


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A lot of what we believe, deep down, about what relationships should look like comes from watching our parents.
When I was a kid, I thought that my family was pretty normal for the time. My dad worked, my mom stayed at home. But my mom was deeply depressed, and my dad was anxious. They didn’t really fight; but my mom was constantly angry at my dad, and I didn’t understand why. At the time, I swore I would never treat my husband the way my mom treated my dad.
So I went the complete opposite way, and became a “people pleaser.” Between my poor self-esteem and my desire to be the opposite of my mother, I ended up having codependent relationships, and let others take advantage of me It took years before I understood the role my parents had in my own failed relationships.
Here are some questions you can ask yourself about how your parents interacted. See how the answers point to issues in your own relationships!
How did your parents treat each other? With kindness and respect, dismissively, or with anger?
Were your parents equal partners in the relationship, or was one "the boss"?
How did your parents resolve conflict? Discussions, screaming, or by ignoring each other?
We learn how to behave in a relationship by observing how our parents interact.
As children, we don’t know that relationships can be different - what we observe is what we accept as being “truth.” It’s all we know.
Some of us may have absent parents. If your father was absent, for example, you may not be clear on exactly what you feel the role of a man in a relationship should be.
What did you learn from your parents about relationships? What similarities (or extreme opposites) can you see in your parents' relationship, and your own? And how can you change unhealthy patterns so you can attract the ideal partner for you, and have a healthy relationship, for a change?
It can be done! Everyone has different experiences; let's get you set up with a Perfect Partner Assessment. We'll identify the top 3 things that are sabotaging you (including stuff you've learned from your parents), and the #1 thing you can do to find your ideal partner. Click here to get yours: https://TheQuietZoneCalendar.as.me/
Until next time!
Warm wishes, cookies, and coffee!


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Websites and digital assets are often the first interaction a potential customer has with your brand. Delivering a beautifully designed experience is key to communicating excellence to your customers and helping them capture the essence of your product or service.
We pride ourselves on creating striking websites that never cut corners. Our designers are perfectionists with an eye for detail who don't settle for cookie cutter websites. We focus on clean and modern designs that can be adapted to any type of business. Our team will work with you until you're completely sold on the design.
A beautiful website is pointless if it's not functional. That's why all of our designs take into extensive consideration how a user will interact with your site. We create fast websites with intuitive navigation and seamless delivery of your core information. User frustrations are real and losing a customer is one back button away. We make sure this never happens and that users are happy and engaged with your website.
We go beyond website design and create a variety of digital assets including animations, video, infographics, logos and more. Growing your business and establishing a strong brand image using compelling visual assets is what we are passionate about.


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In a world increasingly conscious of environmental issues, sustainable landscaping is gaining prominence. As we aim for a greener future, adopting eco-friendly landscaping practices is a crucial step. This article explores the significance of sustainable landscaping and offers insights into how you can make your outdoor spaces more environmentally friendly.
The Importance of Sustainable Landscaping
Sustainable landscaping goes beyond aesthetics. It’s about creating outdoor spaces that benefit both the environment and your well-being. By considering sustainability, you can contribute to reduced pollution, improved air and water quality, and the preservation of biodiversity.
Benefits of Eco-Friendly Landscaping
- Environmental Stewardship: Sustainable landscapes help protect the planet by reducing carbon footprint.
- Cost Savings: Lower maintenance costs and resource consumption.
- Healthier Living: Improved air and water quality leads to healthier living environments.
Native Plants: Your Green Allies
Using native plants in your landscaping not only preserves local biodiversity but also makes your garden easier to maintain. Native plants are adapted to local conditions, reducing the need for pesticides and excessive watering.
Soil Health and Sustainable Landscaping
Healthy soil is the foundation of a sustainable landscape. Techniques like mulching and composting enhance soil quality, promote plant growth, and reduce erosion.
Efficient water use is a key aspect of sustainability. Learn how to install drip irrigation systems, capture rainwater, and choose drought-tolerant plants to reduce water consumption in your landscape.
Strategically placed trees and shrubs can provide shade and reduce the energy needed for cooling your home in the summer. This section explores the concept of “climate-responsive” landscaping.
Organic Pest Control
Say goodbye to harmful pesticides. Discover organic methods to control pests and promote a healthy ecosystem within your garden.
Learn how to choose eco-friendly materials and designs for your hardscape elements, such as patios and walkways, to minimize environmental impact.
Composting and Mulching
Reduce waste and improve soil health simultaneously through composting and mulching. It’s a win-win for your garden and the environment.
Encourage biodiversity by creating habitats for birds, butterflies, and other wildlife. Find out how to make your landscape a welcoming haven for nature.
Sustainable Lawn Care
Maintaining a lush lawn can be eco-friendly. Discover practices like grasscycling and using electric lawn mowers to keep your lawn green and sustainable.
Designing a Sustainable Landscape
A well-thought-out design can help you optimize space, reduce maintenance, and enhance the beauty of your landscape. Learn the principles of sustainable landscape design.
Maintenance and Longevity
Sustainability isn’t a one-time effort. This section provides insights into how to maintain your eco-friendly landscape for years to come, ensuring its longevity.
Sustainable landscaping offers environmental stewardship, cost savings, and healthier living environments.
You can use drip irrigation, capture rainwater, and choose drought-tolerant plants.
Yes, native plants are crucial for preserving biodiversity and reducing maintenance.
Climate-responsive landscaping involves planting trees and shrubs strategically to provide shade, reducing the energy needed for cooling.
You can attract wildlife by planting native species and providing nesting sites and food sources.
Sustainable landscaping is not just a trend; it’s a way of contributing to a healthier planet and enjoying the benefits of a green, eco-friendly space. By implementing the practices discussed in this article, you can create a sustainable landscape that will thrive for generations to come.

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Poker is a card game in which players bet on the value of their hand, with each player contributing money to a common pot at the end of each betting round. It is a game of chance, but winning hands is more than just luck – it requires skill and knowledge of probability, psychology, and strategy. You can win the pot by forming a high-ranking hand, or you can bet heavily on other players, forcing them to fold and leaving you with the winnings.
The best poker players are always learning and improving their game. They study the odds and statistics of the game to make smart decisions, and they also observe other players to learn how to play better. In this way, they develop a set of quick instincts to play their cards right. However, they must take the time to consider all of their options and the implications of each one before making a decision.
One of the most important skills in poker is being able to read people. This is because you must be able to figure out when your opponents are bluffing or have good hands. You can also use this skill to read other situations, such as at work or in social settings. In addition, poker is a highly emotional game and you must be able to control your emotions during the game.
As a card game, poker is often played in a social setting and it is a great way to interact with others. Many poker games are held in casinos, bars, and restaurants, where players can talk and relax while playing their favorite card game. However, poker can also be a fun and engaging activity to do with friends at home or online. The social aspect of the game is what makes it so popular.
There are a number of different kinds of poker, but they all share some fundamentals. For example, they all have rules for betting and raising. Depending on the type of poker, players may also have to pay a small amount to enter the game. Regardless of the type of poker, it is important to remember the basic rules of betting and raising to avoid making any mistakes that could cost you money.
Poker is also a game of deception, which is why it’s so important to be able to read people’s body language. If you can’t tell if someone is bluffing or have the nuts, then they will know when to call your bets and your bluffs won’t be effective.
There are many benefits of learning to play poker, but the most important ones are discipline and perseverance. To be a successful poker player, you must have the ability to stick to a plan and keep studying. You must also be able to manage risk effectively by choosing the right game limits and variants for your bankroll and participating in profitable games only. You must also have the discipline to stay focused during the game and remain confident in your own abilities, even when things are not going well.


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New Delhi: While most of the cinema lovers are going gaga over Indian filmmaker SS Rajamouli's 'Baahubali 2: The Conclusion', there are some cyber citizens who have dissected the Prabhas starrer and pointed out some funny mistakes.
According to a viral video, posted on YouTube by EPIC COUNTER, the sequel to 'Baahubali: The Beginning' goes wrong fifteen times during its entire screen time. The clip has now received more than 140000 hits on the popular video-streaming website.
Watch for yourself:
On the Box Office front, 'Baahubali 2' has become the highest grossing blockbuster in the history of Indian cinema. It has minted more than RS 1000 crore worldwide.


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Chinese Medicine (CM) is a complete and natural medical system, which uses a holistic approach to diagnosing, preventing and treating disease and treats with Chinese herbs, acupuncture and massage.
CM is a one of the world’s oldest, unique and independent medical system which originated from China and developed down through the centuries imbued with the spirit of Chinese civilization and culture. For thousands of years, CM has played a major role in maintaining the health of Chinese people.
Chinese Medicine was established through centuries of clinical practice and following countless failures, taking a very long time from the beginning of the practice of Chinese Medicine to the establishment of a complete medical system. Thus although the recorded evidence for CM reveals its origins to be two thousand years ago, its social history, traditions and roots predates this, making it a fundamental part of Chinese civilization.
Chinese Medicine directly or indirectly influenced the development of many herbal medicines around the world, including but not limited to the herbal medicines in Japan, Korea, Tibet, Vietnam, Taiwan, Hong Kong, Singapore, Malaysia, Philippines, Indonesia, etc.
Through the Silk Road and other cultural exchanges, Chinese Medicine had been exported to Europe and other continents hundreds and thousands of years ago, being practiced in more than 100 countries around the world, and influencing the development of many other herbal medicines in regions outside Asia.
The influence of Chinese Medicine on other alternative medicines (including homeopathy, naturopathy, chiropractic, physiotherapy, etc.) can potentially be much more profound and significant than most people realize.
Therefore, Chinese Medicine is in a leading position in the Complementary and Alternative Medicine (CAM), and serves the largest CAM patient population in the world. Today, the term “Chinese Medicine” refers not only to the Chinese Medicine practiced inside China, as the word “Chinese” has lost its original regional or ethnic meaning, and has become an abstract term representing a system of medicine.

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