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After the iPhone SE reportedly comes to the market in March or April, the iPhone 7, iPhone 7 Plus and iPhone Pro units might arrive in the early weeks of the fourth quarter of 2016.iPad Mini 5 Release Date is Expected to Launch Together With iPad Pro Line, New Specs Updated Features. Since Apple loves to start selling iPhones on Fridays, we might be looking at a September 16 release date. Obviously, at the moment, we cant really confirm anything.iPhone 2016 release: week of September 12th. Apple finalized iPhone 7 release date already. The iPhone 7 launch event is hosting today at 10 AM.iPhone 7 Released, Pre-Orders Starts from Today! (iPhone 7 Release Date). Published on September 6, 2016 By Hamza Sheikh. June 23, 2016 by lakshmi 1 Comment. Apple iPhone 7 is the most awaited Smartphone of the year.The most anticipated iPhone 7 is rumored to release in September this year. But, there is no official confirmation from the makers yet. Release Date Portal. A Perfect Home For All Release Dates!Rumors say it will hit the market till 18 March,2016. Apple is prepping to bring iPhone 5se ahead of iPhone 7 and iPhone 7 Plus and it is being said that it will appear similar to iPhone 5s. Further grapevines suggest that the 4-inch Apple smartphone to be unveiled during Apples March 2016 rumored event will run a new firmware, theNow that the Apple iPhone Upgrade plan lets you buy the new iPhone every year with a monthly payment, it is very unlikely that the iPhone 7 release date will Directory: iPhone 7 Price, iPhone 7 Release Date, iPhone 7 Specifications, iPhone 7 New Features. Tired of iTunes? Try the Best iTunes Alternative - WinX MediaTrans to Manage iPhone 7/7 Plus Data. iPhone 7 Rumor Roundup: Release Date, Features and More.Apple typically releases its new iPhones in September, and it seems like this year will be no different. The Cupertino, Calif.-based company is holding an invitation-only event on Sept. But now we may have exact dates for the iPhone 7. The ever reliable evleaks has (in his own words) confirmed pre-orders for the iPhone 7 will begin on September 9th, with a subsequent release date of September 16th.
The iPhone 7 release date is one we expect in 2016, but you will need to wait a little while as we dont anticipate a launch until the fall.In March 2o16 Apple is expected to announce a 4-inch iPhone 5se. Though there have been no official declarations made yet, the companys next big event is rumored to happen in March 2016. With Apple Watch releasing in April 2016, the event might be a platform to announce the new iPhone successor. Here are its specs, price, release date info. In short, heres everything you need to know about Apples 2016 iPhone range. The handset will go on pre-order on from September 9th in the following countries iPhone 7 - Specs, Camera, Design, Display, Release Date Price. Subscribe! Apple Event (March 2016) - What to Expect? iPhone 7 New Concept 2016. Related Posts. iPhone 7 Plus Volume Down Button Stuck Defect from Manufacturing | Cant Reset iPhone 7 Plus. WHATS ON MY IPHONE 7/Review.
iPhone 7 vs Samsung Galaxy S8 Full Comparison YouTube. In March 2016, Apple unveiled iPhone SE.This page may be out of date. Save your draft before refreshing this page.Submit any pending changes before refreshing this page. Hide this message. iPhone 7 and iPhone 7 Plus Release Date and Availability. Posted by Rajesh Pandey on Sep 07, 2016 in Featured, iPhone 7.In typical Apple style, the company will be aggressively releasing its new iPhones in key markets across the world. Wade Byrd, March 27, 2015.New iPhone 8, iPhone 7, and iPhone 7 Plus Release Date Rumors. Apple and Samsung are Expected to Compete with their New Smartphones 2016. To solve this problem Apple recently collaborated with IBM and planned to overcome this issue in iPhone 7. March 15, 2016 was confirmed as release date of iPhone 7 and its price was not yet decided. By Jaries Villavicencio on March 23, 2016 03:13 PM.iPhone 7 release date is still unclear, but rumors have suggested that the upcoming device from Apple may be revealed sometime during this summer. The release date of iPhone 7 is going to not tough one to guess here.So, it pretty common to guess that Apple will release iPhone in Q4 2016.March 9, 2017 at 5:15 am. Unvbbielaele how well-written and informative this was. Reply. Geek.com also reported that TSMC is contracted to start volume production of the A10 chip beginning in March 2016.Nokia 7 Plus Dual-lens Zeiss camera, 18:9 aspect ratio | Specifications, Features, Release Date Price. 2. Monday 29 February 2016 11:12.Among the products expected to be revealed during the event on March 21 is a new smaller iPhone, set to replace the iPhone 5s. The 5s is currently the cheapest and lowest-powered iPhone still on sale, with the iPhone 6 and 6s being more recent models. iPhone 7 release date: When can we buy it? Related: iPhone 7 vs iPhone 6S.Gif. Next article. 6 MacBook Pro 2016 features that will make you want to upgrade your laptop. Video is ready, Click Here to View . IPhone 7 New Concept 2016. Apple concept ios IOS (Operating System) iOS 10 IOS 9 iphone iphone 6 iphone 6s drop test iphone 6s gaming performance iphone 6s review iphone 6s review cnet iphone 6s speed test iPhone 7 iphone 7 conc iphone 7 leaks iphone Due to the increase in sales since March 2016, Samsung was able to reclaim the 1 spot in terms of overall smartphone market share in the US. This is an ongoing battle between Apple and Samsung, in April 2015 the iPhone 6 helped Apple reclaim the throne Apples next iPhone will go on sale on March 18.Gurman also predicts Apple will release its next iPad, the iPad Air 3, that same day. Apple will reportedly announce both products during an event on March 15. Taking Apples release date history into account, its likely well see the iPhone 7 officially revealed in September 2016.Apple iPhone7 pic.twitter.com/WBphT2zUsJ. — OnLeaks (OnLeaks) March 9, 2016. I want to know features of iPhone 7 as well as price and release date.IPhone release three phone on this year, 4 inch display iPhone SE was release in March 2016, and 4.7 inch iPhone 7 and 5.5inch iPhone 7 plus will release in September. Email. Other Apps. iPhone 7 Release Date, Features, News and Rumors - The iPhone 7 discharge date is one we expect in 2016, however you should hold up a short time as we dont envision a dispatch until the fall.In March 2016 Apple is relied upon to report a 4-inch iPhone 5se. iPhone 7 Specs, Camera, Design, Display, Release Date Price. Apple Event (March 2016) What to Expect? iPhone 7 FINAL Leaks Rumors (PART 1 Design Display). March 3, 2016JarvisPhones, Tech Buzz1080p, acquisition, amoled, Apple, Apple watch, apps, arm, battery, Beats, camera, cameras, case, charging, chi, china, dock, financial, Force Touch, galaxy, GoProIphone 7 release date UK us when will the new iphone 7 come out? March 19, 2016 12:15 pm by Christopher Morris.The iPhone has been the market-leader for several generations now, and this is extremely unlikely to change when the iPhone 7 is released. The rumors about iPhone 7 release date have been surfacing around the world and it is being predicted that the this premium device could be launched in Q4 of the year 2016.March 2016. Apple iPhone 7 iPhone 7 plus release date specs and price from apple iphone 7 release date, source:n4bb.com.The Incredible as well as Attractive apple iphone 7 release date with regard to Encourage Your house Current Household Inviting DesireHouse]. iPhone 7 release date: When can we expect it?There was no mention of it at Marchs iPhone SE unveiling, so theres little reason not to expect the iPhone 7 to formally enter the realms of reality in September 2016. Iphone Release Dates Australia 2016 Best Mobile Phone 2017. Le Investigates Iphone 7 Fire Incident In Australia. Iphone New 8 Plus X More At T.Select Month December 2017 November 2017 October 2017 September 2017 August 2017 July 2017 June 2017 May 2017 April 2017 March 2017 February Later, with 9.7 inches iPad Pro, iOS 9.3 and Apple Watch bands, an iPhone SE (Special Edition) aka iPhone mini was launched as newest 4-inch iPhone on March 21, 2016.iPhone 7 release date with iPhone 7 Plus is 9 September 2016 (expected). Probably the same as the iPhone 6S. iPhone 7 release date.March 16, 2016 10:57 am Reply. Apple are getting rid of it so they can sell you an over priced adapter for the lightening port The same way they got rid of all the other ports except usb c for the Macbook. PRESS RELEASE March 21, 2017.The introduction of this special edition iPhone in a gorgeous red finish is our biggest (PRODUCT)RED offering to date in celebration of our partnership with (RED), and we cant wait to get it into customers hands. We examine the latest information, leaks and rumours about the iPhone SE 2s release date, tech specs and price. By Karen Haslam | 21 Feb 18.The original iPhone SE was announced in March 2016, but it didnt get a significant update in 2017. When is the iphone 7 coming out? iPhone 7 release date, pricing or new features in 2016. It may seem a little premature, but youll be surprised at how much speculation there is about the iPhone 7 already.
If youd like to read about the 5.5-inch iPhone 7 Plus, take a look at our iPhone 7 Plus release date and new features rumour roundup.We now know that Apple is holding a press event on 21 March 2016 (starting at 5pm UK time), and we strongly expect new iPhones to be unveiled there. Our readers know that Apple will be released their 4-inch named iPhone 5se or iPhone 6c with features in March (official keynote 15-th March).Next time > iPhone 5se / iPhone 6c Release Date Friday, 25-th March, 2016. Sources say, that Apple iPhone 7 and iPhone 7 Plus release date may set to early 2016 and iPhone 6C can be expected as well.by Robin C Last Updated On: March 14, 2016 2 Comments. Ksa - iPhone 7 Plus Official Video By Apple - iPhone 7 Logo - iPhone 7 Release Date March 2016 - iPhone 7 Revealed - iPhone 7 Con Pantalla Expandible - iPhone 7 Case Leak - Quand L iPhone 7 Va Sortir - iPhone 7 Y Precio. by planetasia 24 March 2016.Apple has just announced the iPhone SE, a new 4-inch smartphone that offers a smaller and cheaper option to the companys flagship iPhone 6S and 6S Plus. Expect the release date for the iPhone 7 and iPhone 7 Plus around Septemberfor Apples next round of sales, will they beat last years sales margin?spark455 on March 6, 2016 at 10:13 pm said: It kind of blows my mind that theres such a thing called Electromagnetic Interference Shielding Technology. We talk about the iPhone 7 Release Date and discuss the latest rumors, news, updates, leaks and specs.Update March 5, 2016 The Apple iPhone 7 could feature new LTE modems made by Intel, according to an analyst at CLSA Securities. Hailey Elizabeth. - March 1, 2016.Release Date and Price: The iPhone 7 and 7 Plus will not likely see the light of day until the end of 2016, probably around September, as this is when Apple usually launches its phones. iPhone 7s NO headphone jack SOLUTION.September 30, 2016 at 7:36 am. Hello, you have a beautiful channel, i subscribe and leave a like, do the same? thank you.


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Grandeur and great conversations during CFO Awards judges dinner
Conversation flowed and sumptuous food was enjoyed during a inspirational get-together of the panel of judges for the 2017 CFO Awards. One of the highlights of the evening was the judging panel welcoming Prof Wiseman Nkuhlu, Chancellor of the University of Pretoria, in their midst. Wiseman is South Africa's first black Chartered Accountant and an incredibly experienced boardroom expert. CFO SA Graham Fehrsen thanked him for adding even more gravitas and quality to the - already impressive - judging panel.
(In the top photo: CFO Awards founder Alex van Groningen, SNG CEO Victor Sekese, JSE CFO Aarti Takoordeen and UP Chancellor Prof Wiseman Nkuhlu)
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Continuity is one of the crucial success factors behind the judging panel, with heavyweights like Victor Sekese (CEO SizweNtsalubaGobodo), Claudelle von Eck (CEO Institute for Internal Auditors SA), Prof Ben Marx (University of Johannesburg) and Jonathan Lang (Bowman Gilfillan) involved from the very first CFO Awards in 2014.
The intimate dinner took place in one of the exclusive dining facilities of the Saxon Boutique Hotel and the carefully prepared menu was enjoyed by all,. As Graham discussed the awards procedure with the panel, there was as much laughter as there was serious conversation - leaving the evening perfectly balanced. An incredible contribution came once again from former winners Deon Viljoen (Alexander Forbes) and Aarti Takoordeen (JSE Limited), who were added to the panel in 2016 - alongside other winners Simon Ridley (retired group FD Standard Bank) and Brett Tromp (Discovery Health).
The success of the awards relies heavily on the calibre of judges, the thorough two-hour interviews with each nominee and the "subjective power of the collective", as Graham described it. Nominations for the 2017 CFO Awards are open until the end of October, with the interviews mostly taking place in the first few months of next year, after which each individual judge will submit their scores.
Besides Prof Wiseman Nkuhlu the panel of judges is also strengthened with the inclusion of former Vocadom and Remgro CFO Leon Crouse, recipient of the lifetime achievement award at the CFO Awards 2016, alongside Simon Ridley. The panel is completed by experienced global operators Carel Smit (partner KPMG), Sneha Shah (Africa MD Thomson Reuters), Christo Els (Partner Webber Wentzel) and David Fine (MD McKinsey South Africa).
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We all are purchasing more products online, which means that there are more and more commercial trucks on the roadways making deliveries. A study by a trucking industry safety consultant has found that air brake-related components are responsible for 51% of all brake failures on trucks. This data is similar to what the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration found when it studied the issue over a 33-month time period and concluded that brake failure is responsible for 30% of all large truck crashes.
One recent study used an inspection reporting system for safety inspections to evaluate the data from 20,788 documented failures of freight, passenger, and vocational transportation industry brake systems from May 2021 to May 2022. The five most common causes of brake systems were:
- The automatic braking system (ABS) caused two-thirds of all air brake failures.
- The parking and emergency brake system caused 18% of air brake failures. The parking brake element caused 98% of all reported cases.
- The wheel end subsystem, which includes brake drums behind the tires, caused 16% of air brake failures.
- The hydraulic brake subsystem caused 12% of air brake failures.
- The master brake subsystem caused 3% of air brake failures.
Functioning air brakes are essential for roadway safety
Air brakes stop or slow down the 80,000-pound semi-trucks we see on our roads daily. While consumer vehicles use hydraulics, large commercial vehicles (and trains) use air brakes. The way they work is that compressed air presses on pistons that engage the brake pad of the truck and its trailer. Unlike the sensitive power brakes in consumer vehicles, air brakes have a split-second delay.
When air brake systems fail, the results can be catastrophic for others in smaller non-commercial vehicles. Victims are often severely injured and sometimes die from their injuries.


As the wait for The Umbrella Academy‘s third season stretches on, we’ve got some new intel to help pass the time.
Series co-creator Steve Blackman on Tuesday revealed the episode titles for Season 3, as part of Netflix’s Geeked Week announcements. Without further ado, let’s get speculating on these 10 titles:
* Episode 1: “Meet the Family”
* Episode 2: “World’s Biggest Ball of Twine”
* Episode 3: “Pocket Full of Lightning”
* Episode 4: “Kugelblitz” (“A real word,” Blackman noted, though he wouldn’t share what it means; Google, however, will happily inform you that the word describes a radiation-formed black hole. Gulp.)
* Episode 5: “Kindest Cut”
* Episode 6: “Marigold,” a title that Blackman said might hold special meaning for superfans, especially those familiar with the graphic novels on which Umbrella Academy is based
* Episode 7: “Auf Wiedersehen” (German for “goodbye,” of course!)
* Episode 8: “Wedding at the End of the World”
* Episode 9: “Six Bells,” which Blackman said will mean much more once viewers have started watching the season
* Episode 10: “Oblivion” (“It’s ominous, and it’s terrifying,” Blackman admitted — and he’s not wrong!)
The Umbrella Academy‘s second season ended with the Hargreeves stopping the apocalypse altogether and returning to 2019, only to find a new timeline had been created by their interference — one in which Sir Reginald hasn’t died, he’s the founder of the Sparrow Academy instead of the Umbrella Academy and, most shocking of all, Ben is alive and well.
To that end, series vet Justin H. Min — who has thus far only appeared as Afterlife Ben — will appear in Season 3 as Sparrow #2, though a previous teaser for the new episodes warned, “This is not the sweet Ben we know and love. This Ben is a Machiavellian tactician.”
The other Sparrows include Justin Cornwell (Training Day) as Marcus, Britne Oldford (The Flash) as Fei, Jake Epstein (Designated Survivor) as Alphonso, Genesis Rodriguez (The Fugitive) as Sloane, Cazzie David (Eighty-Sixed miniseries) as Jayme and, of course, TV “newcomer” Dread-Inducing Psykronium Cube as Christopher.
OK, time to theorize! What meaning do you find in these episode titles? Tell us below!


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‘Long Beach Mardi Gras at Rainbow Harbor’ Returns March 5th
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Mardi Gras conjures up images of masks, beads, parades, music, fun, and… Long Beach. Yes, Long Beach! Mardi Gras returns as an all day event to downtown Long Beach with the ‘Long Beach Mardi Gras at Rainbow Harbor’ on March 5, 2011! For the fourth year in a row, everyone can get a taste of a New Orleans style Mardi Gras with all day celebrations around Rainbow Harbor, including the return of the Long Beach Mardi Gras Parade, and activities and entertainment at Shoreline Village, the Pike and the Aquarium of the Pacific.
Before the parade, free family-friendly entertainment kicks off the festival with the Mardi Gras Kids Zone at the Pike, pre-parade entertainment at Bubba Gump, and other musical and art performances around the Harbor. Throughout the festival, Mardi Gras fun stations will feature mask-making, bead-making, face painting and other fun activities to get everyone in the spirit of Mardi Gras.
The Long Beach Mardi Gras Parade is scheduled to roll from the Aquarium of the Pacific at 3 pm, and will feature hundreds of costumed and decorated parade-goers. Last year’s inaugural parade was a hit with over 300 participants strolling, dancing, biking and strutting their stuff around the Harbor, throwing beads to the crowd and entertaining onlookers. The party kicks up a notch after the parade at the Shoreline Village “Party Gras”! Parade participants will roll right into the post-parade party at Shoreline Village, where live music, dancing, art displays, a beer garden, Louisiana inspired food and drink and lots of beads will turn the parking lot at Shoreline Village into Bourbon Street West! Costumes and masks are encouraged and everyone is invited to enter the Mardi Gras costume contest where prizes will be awarded for the best-dressed!
Also added this year is the Long Beach Mardi Gras Artist Village, an area featuring local artist’s displays, live art and music to spotlight and celebrate the cultural contributions of this community festival.
Mardi Gras should go well into the night as local restaurants and bars will be hosting special Mardi Gras menus, specials and after parties to keep the celebrations going.


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What was the inspiration to start or run this business? To create a space where inspiration rules, fun prevails and a stress free, drama free zone where people can forget their problems.
What do you love most about your job? Making people feel amazing and giving them a one-of-a-kind experience.
What is the best reaction you've ever gotten from a customer? Unfortunately, one of our customers passed away in an accident shortly after getting Henna done. The family came in and got the same Henna design that their fallen family member had gotten. They laughed, they cried, it was an experience we will never forget.

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Phuket is an exotic destination loved by millions of people all around the world. It is Thailand’s largest island and is known for its gorgeous beaches, vibrant night markets, and bustling nightlife. The island also boasts a rich cultural heritage with landmarks such as the famous Big Buddha statue and the Thai Hua Museum.
But is Thailand safe? We know it has plenty of great places to live in, and holidaymakers and ex-pats alike love it there. But it has somewhat of a reputation when it comes to substances and scam-related crime. This article will tell you everything you need to know about Phuket, how safe it really is, and even tips on keeping yourself safe while you’re there.
Why Visit Phuket
Located in the Andaman Sea in southern Thailand, Phuket has a rich history, from tin mining to its booming tourist industry today. This history has shaped the island into a culturally diverse and peaceful location.
Phuket is known for its delicious seafood, exciting nightlife, watersports, and captivating sights. The island is predominantly Buddhist, with temples housing monks whose rituals tourists can respectfully spectate.
You can also go to Phuket’s Old Town and view the architecture left by former colonists. Old Town has become a hub for merchants, making it exciting for tourists to visit.
Top Tip: If you do plan to visit the temples in Phuket, dress conservatively and follow the rules given.
Is Phuket Dangerous
In all honesty, Phuket’s danger levels are incredibly low compared to many cities and countries around the globe. Most of Thailand’s provinces are safe; in fact, the country is a favorite for many people to work and live in.
The crime rating of Phuket on Numbeo is 44.75%, which is moderate. There are also very few incidences of violent crime. The moderate rating stems from increased scams, pickpocketing incidents, and muggings in popular areas like Patong.
However, the main dangers in Phuket are natural disasters. Phuket is known for being hit by the deadliest tsunami ever recorded in 2004. Luckily these occurrences are rare, and Phuket is thriving nearly 20 years later.
Dangerous Areas in Phuket
Patong, in its entirety, is not unsafe. It is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Phuket because of its dazzling nightlife, beach, and cuisine. The main concern for danger in Patong is when tourists visit Bangla Road.
Bangla road is one of the most popular areas for nightlife. That includes its red-light district. Tourists should be wary when in the area as pickpocketing is more prevalent there.
The risk of crime is increased by the large numbers of tourists drinking and partying there every night. Awareness is your best friend in Patong.
Phuket Town is similar to Patong in terms of popularity, but it’s far less busy. There is more traffic created by large groups of tourists, however, and this increases the risk of pickpocketing and bag snatching.
The main concerns for safety in Phuket Town are taxi scams, tuk-tuk scams, and the low-level crime mentioned above. These scams can happen anywhere in Phuket and are not linked to just one area, though.
Nevertheless, Phuket Town is generally safe during the day and night as long as you are aware of your surroundings. Don’t feel discouraged from visiting any area in Phuket; just keep your guard up a little.
Is it Safe to Live in Phuket
Phuket is safe to live in with its moderate crime index and lack of violent crime. If you decide to live in Phuket, take into consideration the present issues the island faces in terms of crime. The island is known more for its positives than its negatives.
Many ex-pats love living and working in Phuket. You can even meet new people in co-working spaces and enjoy the easygoing attitude of the locals and immigrants alike. With its beautiful beaches, kind people, interesting culture, and relaxing vibe, Phuket ranks highly for people of all ages.
Safe Areas in Phuket
Kata is a great spot for digital nomads and solo travelers alike. The area is trendy, with nightlife outside quiet resorts. You can enjoy the long, sandy beaches and find luxury accommodation that suits your every whim. Behind Kata beach, there is tons of entertainment, fabulous restaurants, and shops that you can explore.
If you visit Kata, you can go and play mini-golf at Dino Park Mini Golf and relax at nearby cafés and restaurants. You can also learn how to surf at Kata beach in a safe environment.
Kamala is a serene area near Patong in Phuket. It is the go-to area for families looking for a comfortable beach holiday. Kamala beach is lined with resorts and is surrounded by lush mountain terrain. The mountains enclose Kamala and make you feel safe while you enjoy the fun activities the area has to offer, from watersports to snorkeling.
A short distance away is Surin beach, which is a busy tourist area where you can buy authentic Thai cuisine and nicknacks to bring home. There are also many spas and wellness centers in the area that caters to tourists looking to relax.
Karon is a popular area in Phuket known for being safe and budget friendly. Karon Beach is one of the biggest on the island and is lined with entertainment and restaurants for people of all ages. If you’re interested in kayaking, snorkeling, jetskiing or playing volleyball, you might enjoy this beach.
Adults and couples can enjoy the accessible nightlife of Patong nearby, and the bars and restaurants are open until late. In the daytime, you can visit the Karon temple, Wat Suwan Khirikhet, which hosts a market twice a week. Karon is a great place for a fun, activity-filled holiday.
Tips for Staying Safe in Phuket
Although Phuket is one of the safer places to visit, you might have concerns for your safety while you’re there anyway. Here are five tips for staying safe in Phuket.
- Beware of scams — Phuket has numerous scams, from overpriced taxis, tuk-tuks, and scooter scams, to fake scooter insurance and jetski insurance.
- Choose the right street food — Phuket’s cuisine is delicious, but be wary of food that has been sitting uncovered in the sun as you could get food poisoning. Look for stalls that are busy and seem to have fresh ingredients.
- Be cautious at night — Be aware of your surroundings at night and opt to walk in groups if you can. Avoid shady-looking places and dark areas, and you should be just fine.
- Don’t drink too much — While certain areas in Phuket are party focused, getting too drunk could lead to you being taken advantage of and getting robbed.
- Remember, if it’s offered to you, it’s likely, not free — For example, if performers offer to take a photo with you, they likely want to be paid for it.
Is Phuket Safe | Frequently Asked Questions
Can I Drink The Water in Phuket?
You cannot drink tap water in Phuket, unfortunately. The water is generally unsafe to drink and could make you vulnerable to dysentery. You can drink bottled or filtered water instead.
If you are worried about whether the ice in your drinks is safe, the ice is made with filtered water in Phuket. It is suggested that you bring a reusable water bottle as you can buy filtered water from water shops around the city.
Do I Need to Carry Cash in Phuket?
Yes. While restaurants and many stores accept card payments, taxis, local businesses, and bazaars do not. It would be good to carry a variety of notes and coins when paying local businesses.
You should always carry change, especially at night markets where you could be overcharged for being a tourist. Remember that 30 USD (1000 Baht) can get you quite far as Thailand’s currency is weaker than the dollar, pound, euro, etc.
When Should I Visit Phuket?
There are three seasons in which you can visit Phuket: the hot, wet, and ‘cool’ seasons. The hot season falls between April and June, and temperatures are scorching. The wet season between July and November is monsoon season, so it rains all the time.
Finally, the cool season (supposedly the best time to go) is from December to March. You can choose to go anytime you like, but most people go during the cool season.
How Can I Respect Local Customs?
The simple answer is to follow the rules. Some examples of these rules include dressing appropriately at the temples by covering your shoulders and legs. Don’t gesture with your feet, as it is considered very rude.
Respect the image of Buddha. If you aren’t Buddhist, don’t tattoo his image on yourself or take home religious artefacts. You will have to stand for the national anthem, and you cannot say anything bad about the royal family.

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I was in the Reno airport pretty early in the day, so options for an early lunch were still pretty limited. The healthiest option I could find was a ham and cheese panini, but because I wasn’t going to eat it for 2 hours (the longest you can have meat/cheese out of the fridge and have it be safe).
When I got the cold/unpressed panini, I was shocked to see how thick the bread was! I thought paninis were made out of thin bread, but nope, they are made of thick bread that’s been pressed thin (see the top image to see what one looks like after being pressed).
Knowing that that much bread (especially white bread) would cause me hypoglycemia blood sugar issues, I hollowed-out one side of the bread as thin as I could, put all of the meat and cheese on one side, and ate that. When I got to San Francisco airport a few hours later, I ate a super-healthy salad.
So lesson-learned: If you want a hot sandwich or panini, ask to see the bread ahead of time and make sure it’s thin and a low-glycemic index bread.
Addition fun fact: According to my native-speaking Italian friends, “panini” actually translates to “bread” not “sandwich,” so if you ask for a “panini” in Italy, unless they’ve been Americanized, they might just hand you bread.

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But rain showers possible early & late
What a gross, miserable Friday afternoon. It’s felt more like late February than late April as our rain has been accompanied by temperatures in the mid-to-upper 40s. I’ve even heard reports of sleet as close by as Baltimore. Rain continues tonight, but after a warm front pushes to our north, we should enjoy a dry interval for part of Saturday morning and afternoon. However, rain may return later in the day.
Through Tonight: Periods of light rain are likely, with temperatures holding steady around where they are now. That means raw mid-40s for overnight lows. Winds are from the east at 10 mph. Additional rainfall may be another 0.1-0.2” or so.
Tomorrow (Saturday): The morning isn’t looking too promising, with a 50-60% chance of some lingering light rain, especially early. By mid-to-late morning, the rain may begin to taper and skies brighten as a warm front lifts to our north. The afternoon presents the best opportunity for some drying, and maybe even some sunshine, with highs from the upper 60s to mid-70s depending on the amount of sunshine we can muster. The highest temps and most abundant sunshine will be to the south. By late in the day, as a cold front approaches from the northwest, scattered showers and thunderstorms could develop (30% chance), with the best chance in the northwest suburbs (Montgomery/Frederick counties).
Tropics: The disturbance north of Puerto Rico and south of Bermuda continues to spin but has yet to be named the first tropical or subtropical storm of 2011, or “Arlene”. The National Hurricane Center says there’s a 20 percent chance that could happen by tomorrow, after which the window of opportunity for further development ends as the system moves into a hostile environment.


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2-4 Players Aged 6+
Published by BLUE ORANGE
Designed by Stéphane Escapa
The very first thing I want to say about Dr Eureka is that it is brilliant! It’s so simple yet it is so much fun. I have to admit that I have a problem seeing it as playable by 6 year olds because most six year olds aren’t dexterous enough to cope with the mechanics; I think 8 year old and upwards would be a better starting point.
The game is about mixing ingredients in test tubes to complete the formulae shown on challenge cards. The game is a race between the players, fellow apprentice scientists, to be the first to create the correct formula.
Each player is given 3 test tubes, for the game these are plastic instead of glass, and the ingredients are coloured plastic balls, Red, Green and Purple, 2 of each being placed in the player’s tubes so that all players begin with the same ingredients and the same number of test tubes.
The Challenge card deck is shuffled and the top card is turned face up. For fairness it is best to have the player turning the card over to count to, perhaps five, before each player, at the same time, picks up their test tubes and begins to move the balls around until they can match the Tubes shown on the card. The first to complete wins the round and the first player to win 5 rounds is the overall winner.
Of course you can play for longer or if only two players then the best of five or seven or any reasonable number of rounds, as long as you select an odd number of rounds to play. The game moves so fast that the best of 11 for example, isn’t going to take that long to play with just 2 or 3 players.
The way the ingredients are mixed is what makes the game so much fun. The players have to move the balls from one test tube to another by tipping the test tubes together at their edges so that the ball or balls slide from one tube to the other. Players may never touch the ingredients with their hands. If a ball drops to the floor they may not pick it up, the player has to resign from the challenge.
Once a player claims success all players stop mixing and the claimant’s tubes are checked. If they are correct that apprentice is awarded the points, but if they are incorrect they are out of the challenge and the other player or players continue until the correct formula is mixed.
After a winning formula is made, the players leave their test tubes as they were at the end of the round and a new Challenge card is turned over so that the next round can begin. Play continues in this fashion until an apprentice gains enough points to be awarded the title “scientist of the year”. Okay I made that up but it sounds good.
There is a variation on play which is more for the players who have quick minds as well as dexterous fingers. In turn each player calls out the number of moves (mixes – one test tube to another) they believe the challenge can be completed in. The player who calls out the lowest number then proceeds to mix their ingredients while the other players count each move (nothing like putting on a bit of friendly pressure). If the apprentice is successful they score the point, if they cannot do it in the called number (or lower) then play passes to the next lowest number called and so the game proceeds until someone wins the point or no-one does.
The test tubes are extremely smooth plastic and the ingredient balls are even more slippery. It is very easy to drop the balls, or/and the test tubes, when removing the components from the game – I know I did it first time I opened the box – and those balls are very clever at rolling across wooden floors and under pieces of furniture. The test tubes are quite strong and will usually survive a fall from table to floor, but if you accidentally tread on one it will crack and that will ruin your game for one player at least. I am not complaining about the quality of the components, they are very good in design and manufacture, I just want to impress upon you that the pieces are breakable, so please take care of them as this is a really good game that you will want to play with your children until they are grown up and have children of their own to play it with.

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President Trump and his administration are continuing to cast doubt on mail-in voting two months ahead of the election. Speaking to his supporters in North Carolina, President Trump encouraged them to test the system and illegally vote by mail and in person, a potential felony. Ben Tracy reports.
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SAN JOSE — The number of people who have become “acutely ill” after eating at a San Jose restaurant has grown to more than 40 as of Tuesday, and Santa Clara County health officials are searching for others who may be ill with Shigella, a severe stomach ailment that was probably spread by an infected food handler.
More than 40 people who ate at the Mariscos San Juan restaurant at 205 North 4th Street in San Jose on Friday or Saturday have become acutely ill with fever, abdominal pain, and diarrhea, including 12 who are being treated in intensive care units, according to a release issued Tuesday morning by the Santa Clara County Public Health Department.
So far, 15 people have been confirmed through lab tests to have Shigella, food poisoning which causes severe fever, diarrhea, vomiting and stomach pain and can be spread to others. In rare cases, Shigella can be fatal.
Everyone who became sick told health officials they ate at the Mariscos San Juan restaurant on Friday or Saturday, according to the release. The health department shut down the restaurant Sunday morning.
Health officials are searching for more people who became ill after eating at Mariscos.
“We urge anyone who is ill to seek medical care and to take steps to not spread the infection further. Meticulous hand washing by those who are sick is critical,” said Dr. Sara Cody, Santa Clara County Health Officer and Public Health Director. “Our thoughts are with those who are sick as we work to prevent any further illnesses.”
Health officials suspect the disease was spread by a contaminated food handler, but “all possible sources of contamination are currently being investigated.” It is spread by eating or drinking something that has come into contact with stool of a person infected with Shigella.
A local hospital alerted the department to about five cases on Saturday, and the restaurant was closed on Sunday after officials determined that dozens of customers who ate there had come down with symptoms.
County public health officials say anyone who ate at the restaurant and is experiencing symptoms should immediately see a doctor for treatment.
Contact Mark Gomez at 408-920-5869. Follow him at Twitter.com/markmgomez.

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Paintings that consist of three painted panels, such as The Annunciation [Mérode Altarpiece] by Robert Campin, are called:
With the technique of fresco secco, as illustrated in the Ajanta Buddhist caves, the artist:
applies the paint into fresh plaster making the painting very durable.
How did Xu Wei, with paintings like Grapes, change traditional Chinese watercolor painting?
He introduced a more free-form and expressive style.
Helen Frankenthaler and David Hockney both created large shapes with _______. Frankenthaler diluted it and poured it on her canvas to create abstract organic shapes; Hockney brushed it on his canvas to create large representational geometric shapes.
What is the main advantage of using oil paint over other paint media?
It dries slower allowing for more naturalistic development.
the accurate representation of appearances
Why did Giotto organize his murals in the Arena Chapel in panels?
to create fresco segments that could be completed before the plaster dried
The _____________is the substance in paint that holds the particles of pigment together and often defines the characteristics of the various painting media.
Watercolor painting is such a spontaneous process that many people think of it as:
a form of drawing.
Winslow Homer's A Wall, Nassau was made using:
Marcia Gygli King's Springs Upstate is different from traditional painting in that:
it projects into three-dimensional space.
What is the binder in "encaustic" painting?
Andrew Wyeth's Braids illustrates the detail the artist is able to achieve using the medium of _______.
Abstraction in painting came about because of a growing interest in _______.
When an artist paints with a mixture of watercolor pigment and Chinese white chalk, the process is called:
Craft becomes art when the object ______ the material from which it was made.
Stained glass was first developed:
in the 12thcentury, commissioned by Abbot Suger for Saint-Denis
Historically, the distinction between arts and crafts was based on purpose: art for _______ purposes and craft for _______ purposes.
What technique was used in creating Tutankhamun Hunting Ostriches from His Chariot?
repousse and embossing
Judy Chicago’s _______ is an iconic ceramic installation from the 70’s that commemorates 39 important women from history whose contributions were often overlooked.
The Dinner Party
Blades and beads are the earliest objects created from _______ as early as the Paleolithic.
_______ is the primary process for creating overall form and surface design in wood.
The Bent-Corner Chest is carved from cedar, a wood that is native to which region and favored by Native American artists there?
the Northwest American coast
We can trace the earliest distinction between the crafts and fine arts to:
Josiah Wedgwood, who in 1759 began manufacturing both cheap earthenware table settings and elegant hand-made luxury items.
Typically, a ceramic object will be painted with a(n) to give it a glassy appearance after firing.
Native Americans used a traditional method for producing pots that did not involve the potter's wheel. What was it?
_______ is the defining characteristic of fiber that allows it to be woven for two-dimensional work or three-dimensional work.
Porcelain reached its height of refinement in
Fiber arts can be considered to be a three-dimensional medium because textiles
1. are used to fill space.
2. are an extraordinarily textural medium.
3. lend themselves to sculpture.
Originally, when an artist worked in "the crafts", it meant that they:
produced functional objects.
Glassblowing into a mold was first pioneered by the _______ in the 1st-century BCE.
Louis Sullivan utilized this type of construction in the late 19th century in Chicago to build increasingly tall buildings.
steel and reinforced concrete
Frederick Olmsted conceived of a residential community outside the city, but within commuting distancE, that became an integral part of American life. What was it?
Which of these is not a basic principle of "green architecture"?
buildings that make maximum use of energy supplies like coal and nuclear power
To stand out from the vast sameness of the "world metropolis," cities favor competition to foster innovation and creativity for their monumental construction projects. The success of ______ stands out in this process as seen through projects such as the Turning Torso Residential Tower in Malmø, Sweden.
St. Sernin and Amiens Cathedral drew their inspiration from architecture that had been built some 1000 years prior. They are called ____________cathedrals.
Gustav Stickley’s _______ is an example of the new "democratic" domestic architecture of the early twentieth-century that was inexpensive and simple to build.
The "look" of our buildings and communities (p. 348) depends on two different factors and their interrelation. What are those factors?
environment and technology
The Romans perfected which architectural innovation by the end of the first century bce?
When and why were the Pyramids at Giza built?
roughly 4500 years ago to be used as tombs and monuments for deceased pharaohs
Which of these previous architectural styles does Emilio Ambasz's ACROS building most resemble?
Notre Dame Cathedral, in Paris, is an example of _______ architecture.
The Pont du Gard, in Nîmes, France, is an excellent example of a(n) _______ method of construction.
The Anasazi cliffside caves at Mesa Verde show the roofs of two _______, which are the underground space for ceremonial life.
The basic technological challenge for architecture is to
construct upright walls and put a roof over the empty space created.
This building, designed by Tom Wills-Wright, was recently built in ___________, which is one of the world's present hot-spots for extravagant and monumental architecture.
It is thought that the sloping sides of the pyramids in Egypt were intended to mimic:
the rays of the sun.
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Discord's Decision: An Epilogue to the Gas App
Discord's venture into the world of anonymous social media with the acquisition of the mobile application "Gas" yielded surprising results. Gas, a platform that garnered popularity among teenagers due to its unique approach to spreading positivity, will no longer be operational after November 7, as confirmed by Discord.
Stepping into the application's history, Gas, launched in August 2022, swiftly made its mark in the Apple App Store rankings, surpassing power players like TikTok. The platform's distinctive feature of allowing anonymous compliments based on user-created polls quickly resonated with its audience, reaching 1 million daily active users within just two months. Outranking traditional toxic social media platforms, Gas set a milestone for creating a positive social impact.
However, the turning point came with a memo from Discord’s CEO, Jason Citron. While the acquisition of Gas was strategically intended for the assimilation of its engineering talent into Discord, the justification for shutting the platform seemed to be the slowed growth. A significant drop in app downloads from 3.1 million to just 2,900 clearly indicated a diminishing popularity.
Founded by Nikita Bier, who previously sold his other high-school-friendly app 'TBH' to Facebook, Gas could not escape a similar fate. Yet, in this short run, it managed to secure a place among the top 20 iOS social media apps downloaded in the United States and Canada, with total global downloads reaching 7 million.
Drawing the curtains on Gas may seem like the end of the road, but it only signifies a turning point. The cycles of creation and dissolution are inherent in the tech industry. But on a brighter note, Bier has hinted at a new launch on his Twitter, raising speculation about yet another venture. Regardless, the impact of Gas' short-lived existence will be remembered for its unique approach towards positivity and social integration in the virtual world.


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Honeypreet Insan is reportedly avoiding phone calls to elude police, while her former husband has made fresh revelations about her relationship with Ram Rahim. Read to know more.
Oct 1, 2017
- Kapil Sharma Show: Kapil Sharma asks Arshad Warsi to leave the show midway [Video]
- After Rabi Pirzada, Pakistani model Samra Chaudhry's private pictures, videos leaked online
- Action movie review and ratings: Live updates
- Sangathamizhan movie review by audience: Live update
- Aishwarya Rai looks like a spitting image of her daughter Aaradhya in this childhood pic


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An FBI agent known only by the alias ‘David Jordan’ is revealing the details of his life spent undercover to gather evidence from the inside of San Francisco’s Chinatown crime circles. This new information is a part of Jordan’s testimony for the trail against alleged mob boss Raymond ‘Shrimp Boy’ Chow—pictured above—who stands accused of murder, organized drug crimes, racketeering and more.
The agent revealed that he posed as an Italian-American gangster to gain favor with ‘Shrimp Boy’. He said that to be a member of the kingpin’s syndicate, he had to play the part of a vulgar, racist monster to get information.
During Jordan’s testimony in court, the courtroom was cleared and his true identity was concealed behind screens to preserve his cover since he reportedly continues his work gathering evidence from the inside.
In his testimony he said that he first approached Chow under the pretense of needing help with a money laundering operation for a fake company.
Jordan explained how over the last five years he’s met regularly with Chow, usually in high-end bars and restaurants where the pair would get drunk on expensive cognac, to discuss business that was often of an illegal nature.
Many of the meetings were recorded, and have subsequently led to several arrests.
Through information from Chow’s co-defendants, as well as the recordings made by Jordan the FBI has been able to build their case against Chow and shed light on organized murders and shady businesses and drug dealings.
If convicted, Chow could face 150 years behind bars.


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Pizza in the Piazza
Pizza in the Piazza is a family-friendly restaurant which serves fabulous Italian dishes.
Come to Pizza in the Piazza for a taste of Italy in a modern, family-friendly environment. A wide variety of choices are on offer here including pasta, pizza, salad and many more exciting dishes including Duck served with a sticky plum and red wine reduction and Roasted Salmon. A children's menu is also available.
If you'd like to see exactly what tasty treats are on offer here then simply click on the links below to view our menus online!
In the warmer months why not soak up the sun whilst enjoying a glass of wine, tasty cocktail or ice cream on the terrace?
Call ahead to reserve your table at Pizza in the Piazza for the night you arrive? Call us on: 01425 651 213


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At the end of a predictably combative season of racing the Avon Tyres British GT Championship titles will be decided this weekend with a two hour race at Donington Park.
A total of six driver pairings have a chance of at least one wheelman celebrating the title come Sunday night, with three able to guarantee themselves the title with victory in the race that yields extra points over the series’ more usual 60 minute encounters.
In the box seat by half a point – if there is such an advantage when the points standings are so close – is Andrew Howard. The Beechdean driver is one of two men able to take the title alone as a six point penalty for co-driver Jonny Adam has taken him out of contention for the title, though he remains third in the points. As well as the championship leader at the start of the weekend the Aston Martin contingent of the British GT grid also boasts two new members for the final weekend of the year.
In GT3 long-time co-drivers Phil Burton and Adam Wilcox return to the grid with the Predator CCTV team, though with a Vantage replacing the Ferrari 430 Scuderia the pair have previously campaigned. It will be their second appearance of the 2013 season, following on from their outing with MTECH at May’s Silverstone 500 meeting.
In GT4 works driver Richie Stanaway and Nick Whale share a second Vantage in the class, their entry joining the Complete Racing car of Steve Chaplin and Tom Wilson that rejoins the series having missed the Zandvoort races of early September. Also making a welcome return to the series are Mark Poole and Richard Abra, who missed the Dutch weekend as they were racing their Barwell Motorsport Vantage GT3 in Barcelona.
They are one of a number of teams who will race at Donington Park after opting out of the series’; foreign trip. Brands Hatch runners-up Von Ryan Racing – with drivers Duncan Tappy and Gregoire Demoustier – will line up, though they will be the lone McLaren MP4-12C GT3 on the grid following the withdrawal of United Autosports’ pair of scissor-doored machines and the decision of the Jones brothers to bring their Mercedes SLS back to domestic competition to close out the season.
Also in GT3 Jacques Duyver and Charlie Hollings will race an AF Corse Ferrari 458. The pair have previously driven a GTC class Ferrari under the FF Corse banner but have stepped up to the premier class to end the season. Having debuted in GTC at Zandvoort Paul Bailey and Andy Schulz continue their exploration of the series with another outing in the Horsepower Racing Ferrari 458.
Both the GT3 cars of Duyver and Hollings and Wilcox and Burton will be eligible for points – adding further complications for the men chasing the title. However, the additions to GT4 in the shape of the additional Aston Martin as well as the Twisted Team Parker Ginetta G50 of former champion Bradley Ellis and Adrian Barwick, will be ‘invisible’ in terms of the points standings, leaving the battle to the four full season entries who could take the title.
The full race will be broadcast live on MotorsTV at 1:05pm on Sunday. www.theCheckeredFlag.co.uk will have full coverage of every session in the build-up to the all-important title decider.


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Get a start on your own magic kingdom with these Jacobean inspired Enchanted Flowers machine embroidery designs. Light and airy blooms float over delicate stems and leaves to add colorful grace to your embroidery projects. Remember to choose your size in the drop down selection!
- Ten (10) designs for 4x4 or 5x7 hoops.
- Machine formats included: ART, DST, EXP, HUS, JEF, PES, VIP, VP3, and XXX.
- Color charts in PDF format included.
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U.S. Senate FCU Lesson: Speed Is of the Essence in PR Crisis
The importance of staying true to one’s brand, was recently made painfully clear with the fallout from U.S. Senate Federal Credit Union’s targeted loan ad featuring a buxom blonde’s cleavage.
The direct mailing piece represented a small sliver of the $563 million credit union’s yearlong targeted “Got Big Plans?” campaign to build awareness of the variety of loans available and that the Alexandria, Va., credit union–which has offices in the Senate Hart Office Building and the Government Accountability Office–stands ready to “help with all that life dishes out.”
He said the next step credit unions need to take should be setting up a social media/online monitoring system to find such issues before they get larger.
“Hopefully, more credit unions will see the need to monitor their mentions online and work through issues like this, should they arise,” said Hodson.


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The History collection serves the needs of faculty and students in the History Department as well as a number of other departments across campus. These include the Medieval Studies, Science, Technology and Society Studies, International Studies, and Ethnic Studies programs.
Current areas of collecting
The history selector covers Canadian, Asian, European, British, British Imperial and Commonwealth, American and Latin American History, and political, diplomatic, economic, social and intellectual history. Special emphasis is on Canada, B.C. and the Prairie West, France (particularly the 18th century and through Napoleon), Germany, Eastern Europe, radical movements in Europe and North America, and the Pacific Rim (particularly China and Japan).
Research and publishing characteristics
History is considered a pure discipline with high volume and price ranging from low to high. There is considerable overlap with many other departments and programs. All types of publication are essential, with emphasis on foreign language and retrospective materials, original sources (archives, manuscripts, special collections), ephemera, newspapers, journals, conference proceedings, some popular materials, and visual materials of all kinds (photographs, films, works of art). Use of machine readable texts and data is increasing.
Predominantly in English, French, German, and Russian. Selective coverage in other Germanic, Romance and Slavic languages.
Collections in other UBC Libraries/ Areas of overlap
Asian Library: Vernacular materials from South, Southeast and East Asia.
Koerner Library: Historical treatments of humanities and social sciences disciplines.
Special Collections: Manuscripts, private papers, archival materials and photographs on B.C. History, B.C. Labour History, NW Coast voyages and travels, ethnic groups in B.C. and historical maps (pre-1900 for North America and pre 1800 for the rest of the world), monographs on local history of B.C. and the Pacific Northwest, contemporary monographs on pre-Confederation Canadiana, and the University Archives, specializing in the history of the University of British Columbia.
Woodward: History of medicine and biomedical sciences.


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DENVER, Aug. 28, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Gasco Energy, Inc. (NYSE MKT: GSX) today announced management's participation in upcoming investor conferences.
Presentation times and webcasting are subject to change at the discretion of the conference organizer. Please reference Gasco Energy's Events and Webcasts page for further details regarding conferences and other events in which the Company may elect to participate.
About Gasco Energy
Denver-based Gasco Energy, Inc. is a natural gas and petroleum exploitation, development and production company engaged in locating and developing hydrocarbon resources, primarily in the Rocky Mountain region and in California's San Joaquin Basin. Gasco's principal business is the acquisition of leasehold interests in petroleum and natural gas rights, either directly or indirectly, and the exploitation and development of properties subject to these leases. Gasco focuses its drilling efforts in the Riverbend Project located in the Uinta Basin of northeastern Utah, targeting the oil-bearing Green River Formation and the natural gas-prone Wasatch, Mesaverde, Blackhawk, Mancos, Dakota and Morrison formations. To learn more, visit Gasco's website at www.gascoenergy.com.
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Tango Luxe Samui Beach Villa (SHA Extra Plus)
Wake up to the wonder of Koh Samui with a stay at Tango Luxe Samui Beach Villa (SHA Extra Plus), located only minutes from the heart of the city.
The facilities and services provided by Tango Luxe Samui Beach Villa (SHA Extra Plus) ensure a pleasant stay for guests. Post your pictures and answer your emails whenever you want, with the resort villa's free Wi-Fi internet access. Pre-plan your rides to and from the airport with the resort villa's easy to book transportation services. The resort villa provides taxi, car hire and shuttle services to help you get to where you want to go in Koh Samui.
Parking is available and free, provided by the resort villa for guests with their own transportation. While lodging at this wonderful resort villa, the helpful staff at the front desk can assist you with multiple services that include concierge service, luggage storage and safety deposit boxes. If you want seats to city's best entertainment, you can get help through the resort villa's tours. The resort villa's on-site laundry service helps you keep your favorite travel outfits clean so you can pack less.
In-room conveniences include room service and daily housekeeping, so you can relax and enjoy your stay. Some small or last-minute needs can be quickly fulfilled by the convenience stores without having to leave the resort villa. Smoking is restricted to the designated smoking areas.
Experience high-quality room facilities during your stay at Tango Luxe Samui Beach Villa (SHA Extra Plus). The resort villa provides linen service, blackout curtains and air conditioning in some rooms for the benefit of guests. Some selected rooms at Tango Luxe Samui Beach Villa (SHA Extra Plus) include a balcony or terrace, as part of the room design. Some selected rooms have daily newspaper, television, in-room video streaming and cable TV to keep guests entertained.
The resort villa also provides guests with a refrigerator, bottled water, a coffee or tea maker, instant tea and mini bar in some rooms. Tango Luxe Samui Beach Villa (SHA Extra Plus) also provides a hair dryer, toiletries, bathrobes and towels in bathrooms for select rooms.
Dining and things to do
Wake up bright and energetic in the mornings with a cup of good coffee offered at the cafe right at the resort villa. Never let hunger affect your travel plans! Restaurants on-site provide convenient and tasty dining options. Have fun at night with your travel companions right at the resort villa's bar.
To fill your days, be sure to check out the fantastic facilities offered at Tango Luxe Samui Beach Villa (SHA Extra Plus). The resort villa's host of recreational offerings ensures you have plenty to do during your stay. Be sure to enjoy the accessible beach nearby. Pamper and indulge yourself with a visit to the massage, hot tub and spa. The many offerings at Tango Luxe Samui Beach Villa (SHA Extra Plus) ensures you'll have plenty to do during your stay. No vacation is complete without a refreshing jump into the pool.
The poolside bar at Tango Luxe Samui Beach Villa (SHA Extra Plus) gives you a great reason to spend more time in your swimsuit. You won't need anything for water activity fun other than your own enthusiasm, with aquatic activity conveniences like canoes made available at Tango Luxe Samui Beach Villa (SHA Extra Plus).
Around the property
This is your chance to explore all that Koh Samui has to offer. Sit on the sand or sip a drink in leisure at Chaweng Beach located 4.5 km away. The most well-known nearby local attraction is Hin Ta & Hin Yai Rocks which is located just about 13.5 km away.
Reasons to stay here
Past guests rate facilities here higher than 95% of the city's accommodation.
This resort villa's food and dining score higher than 97% of accommodations in the city.
Room comfort is said to be outstanding here, scoring higher than 96% of accommodations in the city.

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The UK has joined a new global telecoms coalition that aims to improve the quality and resilience of telecommunications networks.
The Global Coalition on Telecommunications (GCOT) is a new initiative that brings together five leading countries: the US, Canada, Japan, Australia, and the UK.
The coalition launched earlier this month and will invest in and shape the future of telecoms.
Secretary of State for Science, Michelle Donelan, hailed the “historic partnership”.
She noted: “Telecommunications networks are the lifeline of global economies, and safeguarding their resilience and security in an evolving, interconnected world is a top priority for our governments.”
Donelan added that telecoms networks, which cover a range of technologies such as mobile and fibre broadband, are now critical to the UK economy.
That’s why the government will invest £70m in the initiative to develop next-generation technologies.
The UK and its global partners want to be at the vanguard of tech like 6G and space-based networks.
The coalition will make it easier to collaborate and conduct research and development that will expedite the roll-out of future products and services.
It will also improve information sharing and allow policymakers, businesses, and academia to discuss issues and achieve shared objectives.
This will also improve the security of telecoms networks.
NTIA Administrator, Alan Davidson said the coalition will help to improve response times to “cross-border” challenges and act decisively on new opportunities.
He concluded that telecoms should now be more “secure, diverse, resilient and innovative”.
That will be good news for the UK economy which is increasingly susceptible to supply chain issues and cyber-attacks.


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Hopes are high at Richard this season as the team has quite a few talented and experienced players back on the court.
Overall, Pioneers Coach Kristy Cameron has nine returners from a team that finished runner up at the CHSL Meet in 2015.
All four singles players will step back into their spots from last year, with senior Will Gajda at No. 1 senior Jacob Hanoian at No. 2, senior Yuri Alante at No. 3 and sophomore Chance DeSana at No. 4.
Last season, Gajda was runner up at the CHSL Meet and runner up at Division 2 Regionals, which qualified him for the state meet.
Hanoian, who earned All-Catholic honors in 2015, won titles at both the CHSL Meet and at Regionals and was runner at the News-Hearld “A” Invitational. Alonte was also a CHSL Meet champion and DeSana was a runner up.
Back at No. 1 doubles is senior Jon Donahey and this year he’ll be joined by fellow returning senior Shawn Szpaichler. Last season he was a part of a duo that finished runner up at both the CHSL Meet and at D2 Regionals.
Other doubles players this year for Richard will be seniors Brenden Wlodkowski, Trevor Rank and Dylan Reynolds and juniors Andy Koziol and Michael Moceri.
The Pioneers were scheduled for a trip to Dearborn High on Aug. 18 to open season at the Muldowney Snell Tournament.


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What is Shopping Center Puerto Rico?
The Shopping Center Puerto Rico is a big shopping mall at the bottom of the resort with restaurants, shops, discos, chemists, medical centers and supermarkets all under one roof.
In Spanish the phrase Shopping Center translates to Centro Comercial so this center in particular has earned the nickname ‘The Commercial Centre' with many English visitors, although this could mean any of the 9 shopping centers in Puerto Rico, so make sure you tell the taxi driver which one.
Now that we have more Shopping Centers in resort, it's easier for everyone to call it by name as Centro Comercial Puerto Rico or Shopping Center Puerto Rico.
There is a free carpark at the rear of the center, if this is full there is a paid parking building further up. There is a taxi rank at the side of the center and a bus stop. Taxis are frequent and a few euros ride back to most accommodations in the valley.
There are ramps throughout the center for wheelchair, scooter and buggy access, along with a lift that takes you to the top restaurant level.
Where is Shopping Center Puerto Rico?
The famous Shopping Center Puerto Rico can be found in the heart of the resort at the base of the valley. It's central location makes it easy to get to from many accommodation in Puerto Rico resort, either walking or by taxi.
Restaurants and Bars in Shopping Center Puerto Rico
Some of the best restaurants in Puerto Rico Gran Canaria are in the Shopping Center, all types of restaurants with different foods from typical Canarian restaurants like Balcon Canario Restaurant, Spanish and International food at San Miguel Restaurant, Chinese buffets, Steak Houses, Italian cuisine and even fast food chains such as McDonalds and Subway.
There are also places to grab a coffee and cake like Cafelito or Los Danieles and Coco's Bar which both do local home cooked food.
At night the Shopping Center Puerto Rico is the party central of the nightlife in Puerto Rico, open every night of the year with bars and discos. Joker Disco aka Jokers is open until 06:00am so you can party the night and morning away.
Shops in Shopping Center Puerto Rico
If it's souvenir shopping you want to do then this is your place. There are plenty of shops to buy keyrings, magnets and keepsakes from your holiday in Puerto Rico Gran Canaria.
There are clothing shops such as Mango and Charol where you can buy fashion items, shoes and trainers. Bags, belts and beachwear can be found in many of the shops along with novelty Gran Canaria t-shirts. Head to the discount stores if you are looking for bargains, shops like Yick Fung have something for everyone including cheap sunglasses.
Koala Bay is a trendy store with the latest in beach and summer fashion perfect for the Puerto Rico weather. There is a great selection of logo style beach tees and shorts, dresses, swimwear, footwear and accessories.
Treat yourself to some perfume, skincare or jewellery on holiday, there are several shops to choose from. If you are looking for vape juice or kit try Casa del Vape or iSmokeing, two of the vape shops in Shopping Center Puerto Rico.
At the back of the shopping center is a Hardware Store (a few doors away is a Stationery Shop) , so if you for any reason need to do a bit of DIY or need to fix something that's your place. It's conveniently located off the car park, so it's handy if you need to pick up anything heavy.
Shopping Center Services
If for any reason you need to see a Doctor, there are 2 medical centers inside the Shopping Center. There's a chemist (Farmacia) by the taxi rank, look for the green flashing cross.
(Not to be confused with a parafarmacia which by law can only sell natural remedies. If you are looking for that, you can find it in the middle of the center.)
There's an abundance of Hairdressers, Barbers, Nail Salons and Tattoo Shops in Puerto Rico Shopping Center, there really is a great choice.
You can also find banks, ATM machines and currency exchange offices. Amigo Cyber Center next to Balcon Canario Restaurant offer currency exchange and have a cyber cafe.
Place your bets at one of the official betting shops in Puerto Rico or head to the Lottery shop to put the EuroMillions on. Play pool, claw machines and other fun games at one of the arcades. There's nothing like a friendly game of air hockey on holiday to work off that evening meal before you head off for drinks.
Supermarket in Shopping Center Puerto Rico
There are several Supermarkets in the Shopping Center Puerto Rico, some of them open till 23:00, scattered around the center. There are 2 large Hiperdino supermarkets, one in the front entrance to the center and the other in the middle. Here you can find all you need grocery wise for your stay.
There is a smaller supermarket near to the back of the center which is great for quickly picking up some cold cans and other necessities. You can pick up a cheap pair of flip flops or swim shorts from most supermarkets.
Accommodation near Shopping Center Puerto Rico
If you are looking for a hotel near to the Shopping Center Puerto Rico you should take a look at Lufesa Apartments, Florida Apartments , Montecarlo Bungalows or Boston Apartments, which are literally across the road of the Shopping Center.
Only a few minutes walking distance from the Center is the excellent Servatur Terrazamar & Sunsuite.


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From the very first lines, we know that this story took place “thousands of years ago,” and this is driven home when we learn that the people live in caves. The text and illustrations show a primitive society, with water drawn from “a mountain pool,” and Yeh Hsien being sent off “into the hills to gather herbs.” Transportation is by horse and wagon, even if the horses are decked out in finery. At the Cave Festival, Yeh Hsien is blinded by “the lights of a hundred lanterns.” All of these add up to a long ago time and place.
Meilo So’s illustrations add depth to the story, as we view the cave in which the family lives and the fine clothes of the stepmother and stepsister vs. the heroine’s patched and ragged jacket. So’s pictures of the magic Wishbones occur over and over, and in brilliant red and blue colors that jump off the page at us. On the very last page, not only does the text tell us that the Wishbones have lost their magic, but they have also lost their bright colors - the skeleton is only bleached white now.
This version of the age-old dispute between daughters and stepmothers has its normal assortment of archetypes. We have the innocent child, symbol of all that is good. We have the bully, symbol of all that holds us back from what we want or desire. Finally, we have the magical being, the Angel archetype, who answers our prayers or wishes (Meta Religion).
The story of Cinderella/Yeh Hsien has a global theme. If we live a good life, we will earn our reward despite what obstacles or people try to stop us. This universal theme is why so many diverse cultures have their own versions of a Cinderella story.
Dr. Judy Rowen (Children's Literature)
Jan Lieberman (Children's Literature)
Horn Book (The Horn Book Guide, 1993)With the help of magic fishbones, Yeh Hsien, the Chinese Cinderella, dresses herself in finery to attend the Cave Festival. The inadvertent loss of her slipper results in her marrying the king. Rich in color, humor, and authentic details, So's brilliant illustrations give the old tale a refreshing and effective interpretation.


NIZHNY TAGIL, September 25 (RIA Novosti) – Russia’s Uralvagonzavod defense manufacturer on Wednesday unveiled the BMPT-72 tank support fighting vehicle, dubbed the “Terminator-2,” at the Russia Arms Expo 2013 in Nizhny Tagil.
The BMPT-72 is an extensive modernization of the world-famous T-72 main battle tank, also produced by Uralvagonzavod. Compared with its predecessor – the BMPT – the BMPT-72 has an improved fire control system and better turret weapon station protection.
“The key advantage that the BMPT-72 gives to all the counties that operate T-72 tanks is that they can promptly and at minimal cost upgrade their armies to an ultra-modern level, and enhance capacity, mobility, protection and armament without purchasing new high-cost machines,” Uralvgonzavod said in press release prior to the Nizhny Tagil show.
The BMPT-72 is armed with two 30-mm cannons, two 30-mm grenade launchers, four launchers for 130-mm Ataka-T anti-tank guided missiles, a 7.62-mm machine gun, and two 81-mm smoke grenade launchers.
Russian Deputy Prime Minister Dmitry Rogozin said Wednesday that the idea to build new heavily armed tank support vehicles emerged on the basis of experience acquired by the Russian military during the First Chechen War in North Caucasus, especially during the urban fighting in Grozny in 1995 when Russian troops lost a large number of combat vehicles to “guerrilla warfare” tactics used by Chechen separatists.
Rogozin, who oversees the Russian defense and space industries, said future versions of the BMPT would most likely be based on the platform of Russia’s highly anticipated new main battle tank: the Armata.
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Ukraine has not preserved its 1991 borders. The signing of the Geneva memorandum on April 17 reaffirmed the willingness of Russia, the United States and EU countries to reach a compromise. While the sides continue to trade tough talk and symbolic sanctions, the Kremlin and the White House are also holding a parallel dialogue on the coordinated geopolitical revision of Eastern Europe.


Alumni Voice Recital April 20
Andrzej Stec, tenor, graduated from the NIU School of Music with an undergraduate degree in voice performance. Among other notable performances, Andrzej sang in the opera theater production of "The Rakes Progress."
Andrzej will perform in recital at NIU with his mentor from the University of Montreal, Jean-Eudes Vaillancourt, piano. Andrzej has just attained his DMA from that institution. The recital is at 4:00 p.m. on April 20 in the Music Building Recital Hall. The next day, April 21, at 11:00 a.m. in room 155, Mr. Vaillancourt will present a master class.
Andrzej has been in Chicago Opera Theater's Young Artists Program (2007) and has performed with the Rockford Chamber Orchestra (2007). With Opera Circle, Cleveland, he sang in the U.S. premiere of Elsner's opera "Echo in the Woods," (2010) and was been re-engaged by that company to sing Arturo in Bellini's "I Puritani" in November of 2010 and Szymanowski's "King Roger" in June of 2011. Andrzej participated in the first Voices of Summer class in Vienna, Austria in 2004.
The recital is free and open to the public.


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Imagine working side-by-side with others who have all the benefits of being an employee of a company including paid sick days, a minimum wage, workers’ comp, unemployment insurance and more. Now imagine you are doing similar work without any of those protections because your boss decided to call you an “independent contractor” instead of an employee simply because he wants to cut corners on costs.
It’s called misclassification, and it’s a growing and devastating problem for workers, businesses that do the right thing and our economy as a whole.
The California labor movement joined Assemblymember Lorena Gonzalez Fletcher today to tackle this problem head on, codifying into state law a recent California Supreme Court decision that provides a simple test employers must meet to classify workers as independent contractors. The test, a version of which exists in other states, removes uncertainty and ensures workers who are doing the job of an employee have all the protections and rights that should be afforded to them.
The bill would strengthen rules that make it harder for employers to classify workers as contractors and limit their rights under state labor laws.
“Individuals are not able to make it on three side hustles. That shouldn’t be the norm. That shouldn’t be accepted,” Gonzalez Fletcher said. She said the court’s decision is essential for maintaining solid employment for workers in a changing economy and for combating the income inequality that has helped drive California’s poverty rate to one of the highest in the nation.
“What we permit, what we don’t permit, what has worked for generations and built the middle class of California, needs to be largely intact,” she said.
The bill is designed to protect those workers most vulnerable to exploitation, said the California Labor Federation’s Caitlin Vega.
But most workers who are being misclassified as independent contractors, she said, work in low-wage jobs, performing manual labor, and many of them are immigrants. She said labor groups would not compromise on the fundamental purpose of the court decision to extend employment rights to these workers who are vulnerable to exploitation.
“We’re all clear this is the law,” Vega said.
And as the article points out, it’s not just workers who benefit from this new bill, it’s employers who play by the rules as nail salon owner Nina Tran points out.
When Tran opened her nail salon, Agape, three years ago, it was important to her to use non-toxic products and to hire the technicians as employees, with hourly wages and breaks. Though she charges more for manicures and pedicures as a result, Tran said her approach has earned the loyalty of both her workers and consumers who like what the company stands for.
“Knowing that they’re contributing to a business that’s trying to do good for its employees and its community, they support us,” said Tran, who has lobbied at the Capitol to improve nail salon conditions. “We’re creating something of value.”
The bill has broad support already, including labor, workers’ rights groups and organizations that promote healthy workplaces.

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Project Sleep was thrilled to present a live webcast performance by Kendall Patrick and the Headless Bettys for its Sleep In 2015 benefit. On March 8th 2015 at 6pm PST/9pm EST on Google Hangout, they rocked out with other participants from all around the world who had spent 12 to 48 hours in bed over the weekend of of March 6, 2015 to promote sleep health and sleep disorder awareness.
Singer-songwriter Kendall Patrick (above, center), accompanied by (l-r) Ameila Thomas (trumpet), Paul Cimolini (bass), Caleb Burness (drums), and Lena Birtistle (keyboards), have a cool sound that blends folk, pop, and rock. Kendall recently posted on her official website: “I tip my hat to every effort made by people living with narcolepsy to spread awareness, advocate for themselves, and for all others who struggle with sleep related conditions.”
That’s because the band’s manager, Ciro Di Ruocco, lives with narcolepsy — you can read an interview with him about it and his involvement with the event. He designed the official Sleep In 2015 T-shirt (available at Etsy) which will be awarded to the top three fundraisers and top the top three Sleep Spirit participants.
Participants were invited register and up fundraising sponsorship by themselves or other. All were welcome to the other SleepIn2015 events, which included an Instagram flash mob and a Twitter chat, and were provided with some ideas on how to pass the time while in bed — what, you thought they were expected to spend between 12 and 48 hours sleeping in?


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WASHINGTON, D.C. – In an effort to advance development of the Marcy Nanotech site, U.S. Rep. Michael Arcuri (NY-24) and U.S. Senators Charles Schumer (D-NY) and Kirsten Gillibrand (D-NY) called on the Commanding General of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), to remove the special condition in the draft wetlands permit issued to Mohawk Valley Economic Development Growth Enterprises (EDGE) that has prevented development until a semiconductor manufacturer can be identified and brought under contract.
“We’re requesting that the Army Corps stop preventing further development of the Marcy Nanotech site by granting EDGE’s appeal to the draft wetlands permit,” said Congressman Arcuri. “EDGE’s original intent has been to negotiate a permit with the Army Corps that would allow them to begin developing the site in an effort to attract a microchip manufacturer. The special condition attached to it by the Buffalo District completely ignores that understanding and the tremendous amount of effort and resources that have been expended on this project. For development to move forward, the Army Corps must reconsider.”
“We’ve got to end this bureaucratic Catch-22, where we need to have a chip manufacturer before we can develop the site, but we need to develop the site in order to attract a chip manufacturer,” said Senator Schumer. “This project has serious potential for economic development – just look at what is going on 100 miles east, at Global Foundries. To not permit development to go forward at this point would waste a vast amount of resources the community has already spent, and would be a weight around the neck of efforts to creating good paying jobs for residents of the Mohawk Valley.”
“This summer, I visited the future site of the Marcy Nanotech Manufacturing Project and saw firsthand how critical this is to our local economic development in the Mohawk Valley,” Senator Gillibrand said. “To move this project forward, the Army Corp must reconsider the special condition they have placed on Mohawk Valley Edge’s permit to develop this site. This project holds tremendous economic potential for the region and is far too important to squander.”
For more than four years, EDGE has worked diligently with the USACE Buffalo District Office to advance a wetlands permit application for the Marcy Nanotech site. The draft permit issued by the USACE on May 12, 2010, included a requirement that prohibits EDGE from disturbing the majority of existing wetlands on the site “until a semiconductor manufacturer has committed and been secured by executed written contract to utilize the subject project site for the stated project purpose in this permit.”
In a previous letter sent on June 17, 2010, Arcuri, Schumer and Gillibrand requested that USACE, Buffalo District Commander LTC Daniel Snead remove the special condition because it is contrary to the central purpose behind EDGE’s permit application—to begin development of the site for the expressed purpose of marketing it to a potential end user. LTC Snead replied that the limitation in the special condition is required by current regulations that protect wetlands, but that EDGE was entitled to formally appeal that determination.
EDGE has subsequently appealed the decision, made by the USACE Buffalo District, that they must first secure a tenant for the site before USACE will issue a wetlands permit for the Marcy site to be developed. The Great Lakes and Ohio River Division of USACE must now rule on EDGE’s appeal.
Today, Arcuri, Schumer and Gillibrand sent a letter supporting EDGE’s appeal to USACE Commanding General, LTG Robert L. Van Antwerp, and USACE Great Lakes and Ohio River Division Commander and Division Engineer, GEN John W. Peabody. In the letter, the three again stressed that the hope has always been for the issuance of a permit that would allow EDGE to not only market the site to a semiconductor manufacturer but also undertake significant site and infrastructure improvements that would position the site for development.
Steven J. DiMeo, President of Mohawk Valley Economic Development Growth Enterprises Corporation (EDGE) said, “After more than four years of effort and after spending in excess of $600,000 in scarce public dollars the Army Corps rendered an unvalidated permit decision that grants approval, but restricts EDGE’s ability to undertake improvements within the area where wetlands would be encroached until such time as an end user is secured. We are pleased that Senator Schumer, Senator Gillibrand and Congressman Arcuri are intervening with the Army Corps of Engineers to convince them to eliminate this special permit condition so that all of the required infrastructure and site improvements can begin without further delays. The ACOE has already determined that Mohawk Valley EDGE has met the conditions required to secure a permit and it is time for them get out of the way and let us undertake the improvements for the project and make the mitigation improvements that we are more than willing to make to replace the wetlands that would be impacted by this project.”
Mohawk Valley EDGE and the USACE have been involved in ongoing negotiations over just how large an area EDGE will need to clear at the Marcy site and the amount of corresponding new wetlands EDGE will be required to create at the Oriskany Flats State Wildlife Management Area in order to offset the impact at the Marcy site. In order for EDGE to clear the site and prepare it for construction, they must first obtain a permit from the USACE because the development will involve removal of stream segments and other federally protected wetlands.
Below is the text of the letter sent by Arcuri, Schumer and Gillibrand to USACE Commanding General LTG Van Antwerp:
Lieutenant General Robert L. Van Antwerp
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
Lieutenant General Van Antwerp:
We are contacting you today because we have significant concerns regarding the permitting process for an economic development project in Marcy, NY. Mohawk Valley Economic Development Growth Enterprises (EDGE) has been working with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers’ (ACOE) Buffalo District to obtain a permit for site preparations to attract a semiconductor manufacturer. EDGE has applied for a Section 404 permit application. Throughout the process, the intent has always been for the issuance of a permit that would allow EDGE to not only market the site to a semiconductor manufacturer but also undertake significant site and infrastructure improvements that would position this site for development. EDGE has secured significant state investment and other funds for wetlands mitigation, road and utility improvements, relocation of power lines, and site development. New York State has also made major investments at the SUNYIT campus, including a commitment for the construction of a Center for Advanced Technology, and has included within this facility a semiconductor clean room for commercialization activities resulting from the College of Nanoscale Science and Engineering.
It is our understanding that, in 2007, ACOE established that EDGE’s proposed site plan achieves the Least Environmentally Damaging Practicable Alternative (“LEDPA”). On that basis, EDGE has filed an objection to Special Permit Condition #1 with the ACOE, pursuant to the regulations, which details the need to perform site development activities immediately due to the unique character of the semiconductor industry.
EDGE has worked diligently with the ACOE to establish conditions in the draft permit that minimize the wetland disturbance at the site and provide adequate off-site mitigation. In fact, EDGE is prepared to move forward with the approved wetlands mitigation plan but also wants to undertake major infrastructure and other site development activities to enhance the development potential of this critical state and regional economic development asset. Also, EDGE will remain liable for any disturbances beyond the scope of the permit, and for the satisfactory completion of the mitigation plan.
Development of the Marcy site is critical to the long term economic development of the Mohawk Valley region, and it is extremely important that the ACOE takes this into consideration as the permitting process continues. Without further development, it will be very difficult to attract a semiconductor manufacturer. We respectfully request your assistance in removing Special Condition #1 from the permit, and allowing EDGE to commence developing the site in accordance with the mitigation plan.
We appreciate your careful consideration of this matter. Please contact us as soon as possible to discuss this issue further.


St. Joe's hires former La Salle star as assistant
PHILADELPHIA -- Former La Salle standout Doug Overton joined the staff of Saint Joseph's coach Phil Martelli on Tuesday.
Overton replaces Monte Ross, who left after 10 years with the Hawks to become head coach at the University of Delaware. Overton spent the past season as the director of player development for the Philadelphia 76ers.
"I don't think there's a better place in the country to start, under a great coach like Phil Martelli and with a great program like Saint Joseph's. It makes it even sweeter that this opportunity comes in my hometown," Overton said.
Overton led the Explorers to three consecutive NCAA Tournament appearances, averaging a team-high 22.3 points per game during his senior season in 1991. He is the Explorers' career leader in assists (671) and steals (277) and had an 11-year career in the NBA.
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