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Exploring Eau Claire on foot is an enjoyable introduction to this charming Wisconsin city of about 70,000 people. The district was founded in 1872 when three villages at the Eau Claire and Chippewa Rivers confluence combined.
Approximately 90 miles east of Minneapolis, the city has been growing and reinventing itself since its earliest days. Plentiful white pine forests sparked the lumber industry, which peaked in the late 1800s. As logging waned, wheat and dairy farming and manufacturing gained popularity. Eau Claire’s residents have also long supported sports, music, and the arts. If you know where to look, evidence of all this history is abundant when walking around Eau Claire today.
There are almost too many ways to explore Eau Claire on foot. With multiple natural areas, regional trails, a sculpture tour, and pedestrian bridges, you could walk all year in Eau Claire. I’ve highlighted some of the best walking opportunities below.
Eau Claire Sculpture Tour
Eau Claire is famous for its Sculpture Tour, currently the country’s most extensive outdoor sculpture tour. Every year, a panel selects new sculptures for outdoor placement around the city, with the majority being in the downtown area. However, the Sculpture Tour has become so large that sculptures are now found in the regions of River Prairie, Carson Park, Banbury Place, and along Water Street, as well as the nearby towns of Altoona, Osseo, and Menomonie.
Diversity in style, size, subject matter, and materials leads to an engaging and entertaining array of art pieces. Downtown Eau Claire is compact; thus, viewing many sculptures on a leisurely stroll or two or three is easy. The City of Eau Claire provides maps laying out the sculpture locations. To plan your walk, pick up a brochure at various locations around town or download a PDF version. And if you’re in the market for a sculpture of your own, many are for sale.
From left to right, these animal sculptures are Queenie (Steve Feren), Tortoise (Adam and Eve Turney), and Billy the Goat (Don Gaber).
Walk Everywhere from Phoenix Park
Phoenix Park is a small park at the confluence of the Chippewa and Eau Claire Rivers. The park is a community gathering area hosting a farmer’s market, concerts, and Food Truck Fridays, among other events. While it is not huge, it’s notable for its historic location and views and is an ideal place to start or end walking excursions.
For instance, a model solar system walk starts in Phoenix Park at a marker for the sun. The remaining planets are distributed along a one-mile route ending on the Eau Claire Campus of the University of Wisconsin.
The 37-mile (59.5 km) Old Abe State Trail ends in Phoenix Park. This trail connects the city with Chippewa Falls and Cornell further to the north along an abandoned railroad bed route passing through various built and natural environments. (Outside of Eau Claire city limits, bicyclists and skaters, but not walkers, must have a Wisconsin State Trail Pass on this trail).
Additionally, three pedestrian bridges are visible from Phoenix Park.
The Haymarket Plaza Pedestrian Bridge crosses the Eau Claire River to Haymarket Plaza and the adjacent Pablo Center event venue. Haymarket Plaza is so named because it was the site of an actual hay market when the Chippewa Valley was an agricultural center.
South of Phoenix Park, the Grand Avenue Pedestrian Bridge crosses the Chippewa River. Eau Claire residents have been connected by a bridge at this location since 1869.
Finally, Phoenix Park is a trailhead for the Chippewa River State Trail, which crosses the Eau Claire River on a pedestrian bridge on the park’s west side. The Chippewa River State Trail is described below.
Take a Long Walk on the Chippewa River State Trail
Exploring Eau Claire on foot on the Chippewa River State Trail. Starting in Phoenix Park, this hard surface trail connects Eau Claire to Durand. It covers the path of an abandoned railroad line dating from 1882.
This 10-foot (3 m) wide scenic trail roughly follows the banks of the Chippewa River, skirting more developed parts of the city. The Eau Claire part of the trail is around 11 miles (17.7 km). Walkers will share the path with runners, cyclists, in-line skaters, and, in the winter, cross-country skiers.
Outside of Eau Claire city limits, bicyclists and skaters, but not walkers, must have a Wisconsin State Trail Pass on the Chippewa River State Trail.
This tail is part of the 76-mile (122.3 km) Chippewa Valley Trail system that connects with the Old Abe State Trail mentioned above and the Red Cedar Trail, which ends in Menomonie.
Walking in Eau Claire’s Carson Park
Carson Park is a 134-acre (54.2 ha) peninsula surrounded by Halfmoon Lake. It’s a destination for recreation, sports, art, and history. Walking into the park on the Lakeview Trail near the Carson Park Drive entrance, look for one of the Sculpture Tour pieces, Viking Boat (sculptor: Dale Lewis).
Chippewa Valley Railroad
The Lakeview Trail also passes the Chippewa Valley Railroad (CVRR), a 1/4-scale railroad with several buildings and miniature trains that take visitors on a loop ride through the wooded part of the park.
Near the park’s north end, it will be hard to miss a sculpture set of the fabled Paul Bunyan and Babe the Blue Ox (Sculptor: Kim Nessel) right in front of the Wisconsin Logging Museum.
Historic buildings nearby include an 1890s Logging Camp, a Machine Shed Gallery, the 1867 Anderson Log House, and the Sunnyview School building adjacent to the Chippewa Valley Museum. The two museums and historic buildings offer a captivating journey through the region’s rich forestry heritage.
It’s fitting that these historic buildings back to a wooded area. Take a stroll down Pavilion Road for a close-up look at these tall trees and a quiet respite in nature while contemplating the forests here that supplied the logging industry in the 1800s.
Other park facilities
The park’s southern section includes ball fields, picnic areas, and a large playground. Baseball fans will enjoy walking around the Carson Park baseball stadium, built in 1935. Hank Aaron Plaza outside the stadium honors the baseball great who played for the Eau Claire Bears here starting in 1952 and features a sculpture of Aaron.
Remember to stop by Braun’s Bay near the Carson Ave. entrance to admire the views across the water.
Whether you’re into sports, history, the arts, or simply seeking some quiet time in the woods, a walk in Carson Park has it covered!
Walking Tour of Historic Downtown Eau Claire
Downtown Eau Claire is highly walkable. Not only is it filled with dozens of sculptures that are part of the Sculpture Tour described above, but it’s also home to various historic buildings from multiple time points in Eau Claire’s evolution. Take a self-guided audio walking tour on the VoiceMap app to appreciate downtown Eau Claire’s roots.
This audio tour takes about 90 minutes and covers 2.6 miles (4.2 km) of Eau Claire’s city streets. Walking around the city, you’ll learn about Eau Claire from the first settlers through the 1930’s.
Eau Claire was and continues to be a cultural hotspot. You can see this on the walking tour stops at the former Grand Opera House, the Eau Claire Auditorium, and the State Theater.
Additionally, many of the city’s impressive historic buildings are highlighted on the VoiceMap tour. Some of my favorites:
- The Federal Building, built in 1930 and originally a post office–is on the National Register of Historic Places.
- City Hall. This 1916 building is a replica of the Petit Trianon, Marie-Antoinette’s palace at Versailles.
- Schlegelmilch House. This residence-turned-museum is the oldest brick house in the city, dating from 1871.
Left: Federal Building; Right, City Hall:
On this walking tour, you’ll also learn quirky facts about Eau Claire, such as:
- The location of its first traffic light, the 4th in the country;
- Where the Huebsh company did laundry in the river in the logging era; and
- How a devastating flood in September 1884 affected the city.
(If you like exploring city buildings, see my article on An Urban Walk in Downtown Waco, Texas)
Walking in Eau Claire’s Putnam Park – A State Natural Area
To get back to nature, visit Putnam Park, owned by the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire. It’s been a State Natural Area since 1976. The forested land extends in a curving strip around residential neighborhoods. It has an incredible diversity of plants–at least 400 species, and animals–100 species of birds and 23 mammal types. The different topographies, bedrock exposure, and soil types on the parkland contribute to habitat formation. Tree varieties include white and red pines, river birch, silver maple, hackberry, red maple, and paper birch, to name a few. It’s a rare wild area practically hidden in the city, but the Putnam Trail makes it easy to explore.
How to get to Eau Claire
Eau Claire is about 90 miles (145 km) west of Minneapolis. If you fly into the Minneapolis airport (MSP), consider using Groome Transporation’s hourly shuttle (reservations highly recommended). The shuttle stops at both airport terminals and drops off at the slightly-out-of-the-way Groome office. But from there, it’s only a 10-15 min drive to downtown.
Food and Drink in Eau Claire
There is no shortage of excellent eateries in Eau Claire. Following are a few that I enjoyed.
- Randy’s Family Restaurant (1132 W. MacArthur Ave). All-day breakfast with ultra-friendly service. Randy’s also serves classic diner fare and house-made specialties for lunch and dinner.
- Acoustic Cafe (505 S. Barstow Street). Downtown staple for coffee, breakfast bites, soups, sandwiches, and desserts.
- Ramone’s Ice Cream Parlor (503 Galloway Street). You can always return for a cone if you didn’t indulge during the historical walking tour.
- The Firehouse (202 Gibson Street). Airy tap room with dozens of rotating craft beers and free popcorn.
- The Cranky Buzzard (409 Galloway Street). Seasonal, midwest-sourced American menu items in a historical building. Try a burger with house-made potato chips.
From left to right: bunless cheeseburger and homemade potato chips from the Cranky Buzzard, craft beer sample at The Firehouse, a cup of Zanzibar Chocolate ice cream from Ramone’s
Where to Stay in Eau Claire
Eau Claire’s accommodations are plentiful, with styles and budgets to suit many traveler preferences. You’ll find a range of options for where to stay.
Well-established chain hotels with comfortable rooms and convenient access to local attractions are well-located throughout the city. Use this map to book your Eau Claire hotel:
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Wrapping up the Exploration of Eau Claire on Foot
Overall, Eau Claire is a charming city that provides walking opportunities to enjoy its natural beauty, appreciate its artistic endeavors, and delve into the area’s rich history. Exploring Eau Claire on foot can offer a delightful experience for visitors with open eyes and curious minds.


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All prices are the cheapest available (at the time of going to press) for July/August and calculated on maximum occupancy
Under £100 a week
MCM Camping is on a long, blue-flag beach in southern Montenegro with pitches under the pines for tents, campervans and caravans. There are also bungalows with garden or sea views and facilities include an outdoor pool, children’s playground and barbecue areas. There is a beach club vibe, with swing seats, cabana-style loungers and a restaurant on the sands that’s open until midnight every night and serves traditional Montenegrin dishes, plus seafood, pizza and cocktails. The campsite is four miles from pretty Ulcinj, which has several beaches and a walled old town, near the Albanian border.
From £65pp for seven nights camping
Black Sea, Bulgaria
Camping Krapec is backed by woodland and four miles of wide sandy beach which is part of a nature reserve on Bulgaria’s northernmost Black Sea coast, north of the resort town of Varna, near the border with Romania. The site has 300 shady tent pitches beneath the trees, 80 places for campervans and caravans, and five types of bungalow (120 in total). Bar Sunrise is a party spot in the summer, with live music, an arts festival and cinema screenings. It serves fish specialities, homegrown fruit and veg, plus cold beers and homemade brandy.
From £48pp for seven nights camping
Aran Islands, Ireland
Three camping fields overlook white-sand Frenchman’s Beach on Inis Mór, the biggest of the three Aran Islands in Galway Bay. Aran Islands Camping and Glamping also has 24 glamping pods, based on ancient beehive-shaped stone huts that used to be occupied by religious recluses and are still scattered over the island. Buildings are made from sustainable materials – the reception block is made from stones that washed up on the beach during winter storms – and hot water and lighting is solar-powered. The site is a short walk from the island’s main town, Kilronan, which has shops, bars, restaurants and the ferry port.
From £93pp for seven nights camping
Tent pitches are set among olive, eucalyptus and pine trees next to two private white-sand beaches on family-owned land on the Sithonia peninsula in Halkidiki. Areti Camping & Bungalows also has 19 wooden cottages and eight stone bungalows to rent. Campers can swim to three small Aegean islands 300 metres from land; other activities include watersports, tennis, volleyball and hiking. The closest town is Neos Marmaras, seven miles away and it’s a day trip to the Unesco-listed rock formations and monasteries of Meteora.
From €63pp for seven nights camping
Under £250 a week
Slovenia may only have 30 miles of coastline but Camping Adria makes the most of it, with six pitches right on the beach and many more close to it. There are 430 pitches in total, spread over 17 acres, some further back in the pine and cedar trees. There is an Olympic-size salt-water pool by the sea, a watersports centre, a sports area with beach volleyball, and a gym and spa. Restaurants and bars include a taverna with sea views and a beach cafe. The campsite is part of the Adria Ankaran resort, which includes a hotel in a former Benedictine monastery. The resort is 10 minutes from the medieval port town of Koper, halfway between Trieste in Italy and Piran in Slovenia.
From £197pp for seven nights
Brännskär, an island and old fishing homestead in Finland’s Åboland archipelago, is a now a nature lover’s adventure playground called Living Archipelago. There are beaches and a nature trail, plus paddleboards, kayaks, boats and fishing hire. Log cabins are available to rent, and from 1 June four furnished tents are being added, sleeping up to four each, with sea views. There are compost toilets, plus showers, barbecues and a swimming beach 300 metres away. Breakfast can be served at the tent or in the cafe or restaurant. A beachside wood-fired sauna, campfire and regular live music complete the experience.
From £226pp for seven nights glamping
Costa Brava, Spain
Cala Llevado is a wooded, rocky campsite overlooking a large bay, reached by steep paths and steps. There is access to four beaches: a big sandy one, a pebbly one that is good for kayaking, one with a bar, and a rocky cove for nudists. The site also has a large pool with sea views and paddling pool. Pitches (tents, camper vans and caravans) are in the pine and cork oak forest, with those closest to the sea reserved for tents. There are also mobile homes and glamping pods, plus a bar-restaurant, shop and kids’ club. The site is two miles from Tossa de Mar on the Costa Brava, between Barcelona and the French border.
From €122.50pp for seven nights camping
Near Perpignan, France
A new waterfront aparthotel opens on 28 April in Saint-Cyprien, a village near the Mediterranean town of Perpignan. Les Bulles de Mer has bright one- to three-bedroom apartments with terraces, plus beach access, an outdoor pool with a bar and a restaurant serving food from the local market. Guests can hire paddleboards and bikes, do daily yoga and pilates, and destress in flotation tanks in the spa. A free shuttle runs from the beach to the centre of the village, which has Cayrou architecture, a Romanesque church, an excellent gallery (based on the painter François Desnoyer’s art collection) and Catalan festivals.
From €240pp for seven nights
Under £350 a week
Croatia’s “first full glamping site”, Arena One 99 is in a pine forest in Pomer on the southern tip of the Istrian peninsula, near Medulin and Pula. Two hundred lodge tents, sleeping two to six, have proper beds and bathrooms, private decks and top tech (Bose sound systems, Illy espresso machines); bigger tents have kitchenettes and a second bedroom – some even have another storey. There is a windsurfing centre on pebbly Pomer beach, a yoga deck in the forest, a sauna and hot tubs, spa treatments and a beach-based kids’ club. Self-caterers have a grocery store on-site, and there is a cafe, two beach bars and a restaurant.
From £276pp for seven nights
Six simple apartments overlook big sandy Pembroke Bay, and 100 metres away The Bay’s family-run apartments sleep two to six and share a swimming pool, tennis court and barbecue area. Two other beaches aren’t much further, and there are a couple of restaurants and the bus stop to St Peter Port, the island’s “capital”, right on the doorstep. Guests get discounts on trips to Herm island.
From £267pp for seven nights
A trio of ultra-modern wood and glass cabins sit by the beach on the Kassandra peninsula, Halkidiki. The iHouses have huge sliding glass doors, sea-facing balconies, open-plan living spaces with sleek, custom-made wooden furniture, and shower rooms. They share an outdoor kitchen, a wooden terrace and a barbecue area – guests can buy fish from the nearby small port. Paliouri beach is a few steps away, where there is a beach bar and restaurant. Paliouri village is a 10-minute drive.
From £326pp for seven nights
Hotel Les Tourelles is the former home of the perfumer Pierre Guerlain, who popularised the resort of Le Crotoy in the 19th century. Its long sandy beach is the only one in northern France that faces south, and inspired painters including Sisley, Toulouse-Lautrec and Seurat. Today, the 35-room hotel has the same panoramic views over the Somme Bay, but the decor is a more modern Nordic style. There is a seafood-heavy restaurant and a terrace facing the beach. A steam train chugs around the bay from Le Crotoy to St Valery.
From £308pp for seven nights
Under £450 a week
Near Lisbon, Portugal
Noah’s Surf House in Santa Cruz has eight rooms and 13 bungalows facing the sea, plus a rooftop with a whirlpool bath and sunset deck; a pool, gym and skatepark; a restaurant and an organic vegetable garden. The cheapest rooms sleep up to eight in bunkbeds, hanging beds or mezzanines. The eye-catching building is made from concrete, glass, cork and wood; it uses solar panels, heat pumps and a rainwater system, and incorporates green roofs and lots of upcycled design features. Prices include breakfast and all group activities (skateboarding, trekking, yoga, fitness etc) except surf and paddleboard lessons.
From £460pp for seven nights B&B and activities
This four-bedroom beach house has a garden out front and the beach behind. The stone property, which was built in the 1950s and has been recently refurbished, is less than a mile from the town of Boiro. It has two double bedrooms and two singles, an open-plan lounge/kitchen with sea views, three bathrooms and a balcony. Barrana beach is a quiet two-mile stretch of sand with a promenade for walking or cycling (two bikes are included), while livelier Carragueiros beach is within walking distance. It is a 40-minute drive to Santiago de Compostela.
£398pp for seven nights
A three-bedroom villa, 10 metres from a sandy beach, Beach House I Gelsi has been recently renovated by its interior design-trained owners. It has a garden with an allotment and grape vine, outdoor dining area with a barbecue, and a terrace. Torre Chianca is a quiet Puglian summer resort – there is a bar, but the nearest shops (baker, butcher, greengrocer) and restaurants (a cafe, pizzerias, fish restaurants) are a five-minute drive away in Frigole, while baroque Lecce is seven miles south.
From £405pp for seven nights (£315pp first week of July), essentialitaly.co.uk
Cottage do Mar is a cosy fisherman’s place for two near Calheta, above what is essentially a private beach for a handful of properties. The cottage is open-plan, with doors that open the full width, giving sea views. Plenty of original features have been retained, such as the old bread oven. The bougainvillea-bedecked yard has a table, barbecue and sunbeds. The beach, 30 metres below, is reached by a stepped path, and has a beach hut (shared with two other cottages). Car hire is essential to reach the secluded property.
From £455pp for seven nights
Under £550 a week
A former oceanfront restaurant in Charco del Palo has been converted into a villa. Eco Romantico Beach, which opens in April, has five en-suite bedrooms with kitchenettes (two yurt bedrooms will be added later), a living/dining area, roof terrace and solar-heated swimming pool. Guests can also swim in the sea pools below the villa. Charco del Palo is the island’s only naturist resort, so clothes are optional. The property is owned by Lanzarote Retreats, which has rentals across the island, from yurts and cottages to penthouse apartments.
From £462pp for seven nights
Côte d’Azur, France
Menton, despite being known as “the pearl of the French Riviera”, is much more affordable than its glitzy neighbours Saint-Tropez, Cannes and Monaco. The Napoleon hotel on the seafront, right across the road from one of the 11 beaches of the Bay of Garavan, is a budget but stylish option. The 44 contemporary rooms have a white and blue palette with artworks by Jean Cocteau and Graham Sutherland, who both had connections with Menton, and views of either the sea, the mountains or the hotel’s tropical gardens. There is a solar-powered pool, a gym and bar.
From £510pp, room only
Agni Beach Cotttage is a converted cafe that has been in the Katsaros family since it was built in 1898, and is now a cosy beachfront bolthole. It is an end-terrace one-bedroom cottage with a kitchen, lounge and shady terrace with a hammock, barbecue and two sunbeds. The cottage is on Agni Bay, a white-pebble beach in Gimari, 17 miles north of Corfu town. There are jetties for swimming, snorkelling and boating, plus three tavernas and a bar/cafe. It is 20 minutes’ walk north to Kalami Bay, a beach resort where novelist Lawrence Durrell once lived.
From £529.50pp for seven nights in July (£710 for seven nights from 12 July onwards)
Med-Inn is a laid-back, family-friendly beach hotel on the Bay of Güllük, 25 miles from Bodrum (and more than 500 miles from the earthquake zone of eastern Turkey). As well as a private beach, there is a jetty with sunloungers, a pool and gardens. All 26 rooms are suites with sea views and balconies (family suites have twin beds in the living room). There are two restaurants specialising in seafood and a top-floor dining room. The nearest village is Güllük, which has a handful of cafes and shops. Guests can also book a sailing trip on a gulet, take a boat trip to the ancient Greek city of Iasos, spend a day in Bodrum or beach hop along the Bodrum peninsula. A stay here will just break the budget, but you have to factor in the generous buffet breakfast that’s included.
Seven nights from £565pp

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Citing the need to keep its massive pipeline project on schedule, the Southern Nevada Water Authority plans to use a type of labor agreement that Gov. Jim Gibbons sought to get rid of last month.
Authority board members on Thursday voted to extend an existing project labor agreement to cover the agency’s multibillion-dollar pipeline network in rural Clark, Lincoln and White Pine counties. Doing so will protect the proposed project from delays that could be caused by a strike or other labor dispute, authority officials said.
Project labor agreements are collective bargaining agreements between public agencies and local construction unions.
“We use PLAs very effectively here. We save money. We save time,” said North Las Vegas Councilwoman Shari Buck, who is chairwoman of the water authority board.
In early January, Gibbons signed an executive order repealing the use of such agreements on new state-funded construction projects.
The move was hailed by nonunion contractors and others as a way to save taxpayers millions of dollars.
Under a PLA, the project owner is required to use only contractors that adhere to the rules set forth in the agreement, which includes wages, hours, benefits and other labor terms. In exchange, union workers pledge not to strike or pursue any other job actions.
Nonunion contractors have long contended that PLAs drive up the cost of public projects such as schools and roads by excluding nonunion workers and limiting competition for contracts.
But Marc Jensen, director of engineering for the authority, said the PLA has worked well for the valley’s wholesale water supplier.
Over the last 12 years, the authority has seen more than 8 million man-hours of construction work completed under the existing agreement. That work includes the second water intake at Lake Mead and the River Mountains water treatment plant in Henderson.
“We’ve had no labor disruption during that time,” said Jensen, not even in 2000 when 400 Teamsters union members went on strike over their contract with concrete suppliers.
He said about 40 percent of the workers used under the authority’s project labor agreement have been nonunion.
“It doesn’t exclude open-shop contractors. You don’t have to be a union contractor,” said Steve Ross, secretary-treasurer for the Southern Nevada Building and Construction Trades Council.
Jensen said the authority pioneered the use of project labor agreements in 1996, and successfully defended the practice before the Nevada Supreme Court in 1999.
Ross said the authority’s expanded project labor agreement is “historic” because it includes unions statewide.
What the authority gets from the agreement is a reliable and highly qualified workforce, Ross said. What workers get is Southern Nevada’s prevailing wage, which is the highest in the state.
Preliminary cost estimates for the water authority’s pipeline project range from $2 billion to $3.5 billion, but critics insist the final price tag will be much higher.
Using a network of wells, pipelines, pump stations and reservoirs, the authority plans to slake the Las Vegas Valley’s growing thirst with groundwater from rural valleys as much as 250 miles away.
Construction is expected to take 10 to 15 years.
Contact reporter Henry Brean at firstname.lastname@example.org or (702) 383-0350.

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Set Backs…..and Progress!
Progress… My Sandhurst Pullover is done and worn! It only took about 4 weeks to knit…on and off. But, since I finished in winter…catching a bit of bright daylight to weave in ends was scarce so took a bit more time to actually be wearable than I would have liked. The yarn is so soft. […]Read More

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Cis White Men … Say Something.
The first on-campus interview I ever got was at a school in the Midwest. After giving a job talk and teaching demo I was scheduled to go to dinner with two white men faculty members. I was informed that one faculty member would meet us at the restaurant and I was to ride to the restaurant with the other. In the car ride, the one faculty member expressed having enjoyed my research talk and engaged in a discussion about sociological theory. I was exhausted after a full day of meeting with faculty and Deans. I remember wishing he would be quiet so that I could have a moment to myself before the dinner. Obviously, I refrained from suggesting as much. Given my status, I simply did my best to remain engaged in the conversation.
I remember very little about the dinner itself. I don’t even have any recollection of the type of food we were served. I remember it was a dimly lit restaurant and we sat on a round couch, a small table in front of us held candles. I wondered how this might look to others, me, a brown woman sitting here with a much older white man on either side of me. One faculty member was focused on selling the city to me. However, he never asked what I valued in a city of residence. If he had asked, he might have known that I was much more interested in the K-12 public education system and racial segregation in the city’s neighborhoods than I was about night life. Nonetheless, he assumed I would be most interested in the city’s social scene and thus began telling me about the bars and clubs in the area. He told me about a younger woman whom he spent lots of time with going to these bars and clubs. You would like her, he said. I remember being confused about why he kept talking about this woman and their outings.
Toward the end of the evening, he suggested in front of his colleague that if I was interested, he’d be willing to take me to a club. He would call the girl, he said, and we could all three go to the club together. I politely stated that I’d had a long day and would likely be too tired to go to a club. He insisted that the club was really nice and that it was close by. When I didn’t look convinced, he said “Listen, the job interview is over. Now we can go out and have a good time.” When I still did not appear interested, he suggested I go back to my hotel, relax for a bit and then we could go out later. After dinner, He drove me back to my hotel. As we pulled into the front entrance, he got out of the car and shuck my hand. I told him it had been a pleasure meeting him and he again reiterated that the interview was over. I will call you later, he said, and see if you want to go out.
I went up to my hotel room, shut the door and tried to process this painfully awkward dinner. Did this man seriously think I would feel comfortable going out on the town with him and his “friend”? He was a tenured professor, easily twenty years my senior and I a newly-minted PhD student on a job interview. I categorized the dinner as inappropriate at best. But a feeling of dread came over me as I considered the other possibilities. Was this man wanting to get me drunk? Was he trying to hook me up with his “friend”? Was he interested in a threesome? Why the hell did this guy keep pushing me to go out with him? What did he want from me?
About 10 pm that night the phone in my hotel room rang. My stomach turned. I didn’t want to answer it and almost didn’t but then I thought “What if, he keeps calling? What if he doesn’t hear from me and decides to drop by my hotel room to “make sure I’m okay”? I answered the phone, “Hey, so the interview is over. You ready to go out?” He said. “I’m tired”, I said, I’m going to stay in”. Okay he finally said, and I hung up.
A few days later, I was offered that job. I did not take it.
In the backdrop of the metoo movement in the academy, I’ve watched my colleagues share their experiences with rape, coercion and sexual harassment. My heart bleeds for them and for all of us who have experienced unwanted sexual advances. But I’m going to venture that more of us in the academy have experiences that look like the one I describe above. I suspect that on-campus job interviews, in particular, is one of the places where these inappropriate behaviors fester.
In the corporate world if an employer is interested in hiring you, they arrange a specific time for you to meet for an hour. The end. In the academy, on-campus interviews involve spending so much more time with prospective colleagues. We pick candidates up at the airport in our cars, give them our cell phone numbers, take them out to dinner, and breakfast and a lunch. The process is elaborate and involves many moments of intimacy that reach outside the professional realm. So many opportunities for things to go very wrong.
Given the uniqueness of the academic job market, it amazes me that we don’t more openly discuss how to maintain boundaries during these encounters. At best, I’ve seen some schools pass around a list of forbidden questions (usually from Human Resources). But even that is something I’ve seen disregarded on academic job searches.
As a discipline, our organizations are coming together to develop policies around sexual harassment at our annual meetings and offering best practices for scholarly engagement. At this years’ American Sociological Association meeting, we will have a workshop on bystander intervention and another on sexual violence within the discipline. These are all good steps. But they are not enough. As a discipline, we need to unpack the climate we foster. We must pay more attention to the power imbalances inherent in our working relationships and remain mindful of those imbalances in all our interactions with one another. Most importantly, we need to be holding one another accountable for these transgressions. Accountability at the institutional, departmental and individual level is imperative.
When I think back on that dinner that night … what bugs me most is the other guy. Not the one who kept insisting I go to the club but the other guy at the table who watched this whole encounter and said nothing. The one who watched this whole encounter and still let his colleague drive me back to my hotel room that night … Men. Cis White men. You want to be an ally? You want to foster better rapport? Stop watching silently as these things happen. Stop sitting on your privilege. Say something.

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Firefighters have been tackling a fire in an industrial building in Long Clawson this morning (Monday).
Crews from Melton, Birstall and West Bridgford, plus a command support team from Shepshed, were called to the incident, in Hickling Lane, at 3.43am.
A spokesperson for Leicestershire Fire and Rescue Service said: “We were called after smoke was seen issuing from a building.
“Two appliances were initially sent and on arrival it was discovered the building was well alight.
“A further two appliances were requested to attend to assist.
“It involved a single storey industrial building and crews used four breathing apparatus, one hose reel jet and one main jet.”


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Mona lisa details, portrait of a woman by the Italian artist Leonardo Mona lisa details in Urdu is a half-length portrait of a woman by the Italian artist Leonardo da Vinci, which has been acclaimed as “the best known, the most visited, the most written about, the most sung about, the most parodied work of art […]
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The Potato's Place attraction, fully rumbling in the afternoon park light
September 25, 1978
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Saunter through Potato's place, snoop in her oven, and read the sign bolted to her backyard pond.
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Tunis foils attacks on envoys
21 October 2014, 09:36
Tunis - Tunisian authorities have foiled planned attacks by militants on foreign diplomats and economic installations in recent weeks, Interior Minister Lotfi Ben Jeddou said on Monday.
"Many planned terrorist assassinations and car bombings, targeting ambassadors and factories, have been thwarted by preemptive security operations," the official said, without elaborating.
His remarks were made days after the Interior Ministry said it had dismantled several networks linked to the banned Islamist group Ansar al-Sharia, purportedly planning to carry out attacks in the run-up to next week's parliamentary elections.
Around 46 000 members of the security forces will be deployed to guard polling stations and state institutions across the country on polling day, private broadcaster Shems FM quoted Ben Jeddou as saying.
Also read: Five Al Shabaab militants killed, car bomb recovered
The elections on 26 October are a major step in the process of democratisation in Tunisia, the birthplace from late 2010 of the Arab Spring uprisings.
The Tunisian government has in recent weeks stepped up an anti-terrorism campaign against insurgents believed to be linked to al-Qaeda in the Islamic Maghreb.


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Numerous factors, including habits and health issues, can sway testosterone levels. A grasp of these factors can guide you in preserving ideal testosterone levels and enhance your overall wellness. Key considerations include:
Nutritional Habits: A lack of proper nutrition can diminish testosterone. Consuming lean proteins, healthy fats, fruits, vegetables, and whole grains can nurture hormone synthesis.
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- European E coli Outbreaks Could Continue
July 26, 2011 — New E. coli outbreaks or continued sporadic cases are likely over the next three years as the apparent source of the recent outbreak in Europe, contaminated fenugreek seeds, have been widely distributed across the continent, reports the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA).
With the now-widespread distribution of the seeds, a recall would be complex. The best hope for protection is the five-year shelf life of the seeds, which were originally shipped two years ago, the EFSA report indicated.
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Listen up all hot-hatch fans: Ford's all-wheel drive Focus RS all set to thrill!
Motorists no longer need to liaise with third parties, workshops and other insurers in the event of accidents
In an unexpected twist, Porsche surprises everyone with the new Cayman GT4; queue starts here
An excess of 690 bhp per tonne power-to-weight ratio achieved through motorsport derived weight saving and powertrain optimisation
'Mazda MX-5 Miata' by Brian Long is the book for fans of the world's favourite sportscar.
Key highlights, according to Porsche, includes better fuel efficiency than before, along with impressive driving comfort and greater agility
More than 52,000 visitors (children excluded) came to experience more than 150 cars on display at the recently concluded Singapore Motorshow 2015.
BMW's successful hatchback receives a more stylish exterior and new engines
Graffiti artist Armando Gomes designs the Skoda Fabia Street Art, giving it a crisp appearance
Acura takes the wraps off its highly anticipated next-generation NSX super car. Like, finally...
Handling and high-speed stability supported by reinforced body shell, tuned suspension and deployment of Lexus’s innovative Torque Vectoring Differential
Second generation controversial X6 gets a new mature face and a host of improvements
Is this the pinnacle of SUVs?
Seat's Leon ST Cupra 280 promises both practicality and fun - we think it's crazy sexy and want one!
We drove some of Porsche’s finest around the Sepang International Circuit, after months of admiring it from photos
Customers to have more personal attention at Volkswagen Exclusive
Audi aiming to set new standards in 2015 with a grand plan of launching a new range of cars
Following on from the successful A 45 AMG, CLA 45 AMG and GLA 45 AMG models, the Mercedes-Benz CLA 45 AMG Shooting Brake is now the fourth high-performance compact car to be brought out
With industry sales in Middle East and Africa expected to grow by 40 percent to 5.5 million by 2020, Bill Ford inaugurate Ford's latest business unit
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Mississippi Sen. Thad Cochran, ranking Republican on the Senate Agriculture Committee, is hopeful legislation to allow tax-exempt donations to advance agriculture research will be acted on during this Congress.
Cochran is a primary cosponsor of the Charitable Agricultural Research Act(S.1280), bipartisan legislation introduced by Michigan Sen. Debbie Stabenow, chairwoman of the Senate Agriculture Committee, to amend the federal tax code to authorize the creation of new charitable, tax-exempt agricultural research organizations (AROs) dedicated to supporting breakthroughs in food and agriculture production. The bill has been referred to the Senate Finance Committee.
“This legislation would create opportunities to move agriculture research beyond industry-only or government-funded research by using the potential of our universities to improve American agriculture production and practices. I am hopeful that as the Finance Committee looks at tax-related legislation that this bipartisan measure will be considered,” said Cochran, who supported similar legislation in the 112th Congress.
“Mississippi is fortunate to have universities with excellent agriculture research capabilities that could take part in these tax-exempt organizations,” he added.
Modeled after the successful medical research organization program, AROs would partner private entities and universities funded through by tax-exempt donations. The AROs would conduct agriculture research in conjunction with agricultural and land-grant colleges and universities, and complement existing public and private research into improving agriculture production and practices.
U.S. farm productivity has risen 158 percent since 1948, primarily based on improved farming practices resulting from advances in agricultural research and technology, according to the USDA Economic Research Service. Farmers and ranchers in the United States today produce $312 billion in agricultural products and export $108 billion annually.
In addition to Cochran and Stabenow, the Senate measure is cosponsored by Missouri Sen. Roy Blunt, Delaware Sen. Christopher Coons, Oklahoma Sen. James Inhofe, Minnesota Sen. Amy Klobuchar, South Dakota Sen. John Thune, and Oregon Sen. Ron Wyden. Similar legislation (HR.2671) has been introduced in the House of Representatives.


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Alex Howard returns to Black & White Publishing, an imprint of Bonnier Books UK, to publish his new novel, The Ghost Cat.
World rights were acquired directly from the author by Campbell Brown, managing director at Black & White Publishing.
After the success of Library Cat, the imagined observations of Edinburgh University’s famous and much-missed cat-about-town, Alex Howard returns with a new feline friend and a brand new adventure to captivate his rapidly growing TikTok following, now approaching 300,000, and cat lovers everywhere.
12 decades, 9 lives, 1 cat: The Ghost Cat is a spirit-feline destined to live out his ghostly existence according to the medieval proverb of “The Cat with Nine Lives” – For Three He Plays, For Three He Strays, For Three He Stays.
Witnessing the changes of a century and more, The Ghost Cat purrs, shuffles and sniffs his way through the fashion, politics and technological advances of the modern era, alongside the ever-changing inhabitants of an Edinburgh tenement. This unique story unearths some startling revelations about the mystery of existence and the human condition and provides a feel-good read full of charm for any fan of history, humour and fur-ridden feline fun.
Alex Howard said: “I’m over the moon to be back with Black & White for The Ghost Cat! Their team is second to none and already I can sense their warmth and excitement for the book. I simply can’t wait to share The Ghost Cat’s story with readers far and wide…”
Campbell Brown said: “It’s wonderful to be back working with Alex on his new book. He always gives his readers a unique perspective, bringing fun and whimsy to his writing as he tackles life’s big topics. We can’t wait for everyone to meet The Ghost Cat and join him on his adventures through our ever-changing world.”
Born in London, Alex Howard moved up to Scotland for his degree in English Literature at the University of Edinburgh. Completing the MA(Hons) with a first, he went on to pursue a PhD in 20th century poetry, from which his academic book Larkin’s Travelling Spirit (Palgrave, 2020) emerged. Alex has also been published in the likes of New Writing Scotland, Gutter, The London Magazine and Orbis, including being invited to read at the Edinburgh International Book Festival, before winning a place in The Charles Causley Poetry Prize. When not writing, Alex works at Capital Theatres as a Creative Engagement Coordinator, along with documenting the renovation of his Edinburgh home to his large TikTok following.
The Ghost Cat will be published on 25th May 2023.

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(George Morland "The Fortune Teller" date unknown)
Keeping true to our Classical inspiration, the Ministers of Apollo offer a living history program that is both unique and unforgettable. In Classical antiquity, Apollo was not only the god of music and arts, but also prophecy and his shrine in Delphi was one of the most important temples in ancient Greece. Known as Phythia, the priestess who served it was one of the most prestigious oracles in Greece. The name itself derives from the Greek word "pythian" meaning "to rot" referring to the decomposition of the massive python Apollo slayed. The oracle would sit atop a small chasm that filled the room with fumes that would send the oracle ranting rambling nonsense. The priest with her would have to translate her rambles to the fortune seeker.
While the Ministers of Apollo don't deliver oracles in vapor-induced frenzies, we do offer a fascinating and unusual living history experience like no other. If you want a living history program full of magic and mystery, your search is over for the Ministers of Apollo have just the program! Eliza Vincz is an experienced tarot card reader and has done extensive research on arts of divination people in the late 18th century enjoyed. In her mesmerizing displays, Eliza discusses popular and surprisingly modern methods of fortune telling such as palmistry, tea leaf reading, physiognomy, dowsing with pendulums, tarot cards, horoscopes, and more using authentic visual aids. Eliza can even read reproduction tarot cards for willing participants and while it is fascinating, it is for ENTERTAINMENT PURPOSES ONLY!
Eliza reading Erik's fortune using reproduction 1790's Lenormand cards
Original tarot card from the 1780 Tarot de Marseilles we use in our living history display


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The Wellness Group
The benefits that chiropractors provide can be seen in a variety of health conditions. Even relatively healthy people can see improvements. Most of us put our bodies through a lot. Regular adjustments can help to restore balance within the body.
Your spine is designed to protect your spinal cord. Your spinal cord is responsible for moving information from your brain to the rest of your body. Your spine is the protective case for one of the most important parts of your body, and a Redmond chiropractor can help you maintain it.
- Chronic Fatigue
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THE EDUCATION OF A CHIROPRACTOR
Most patients don't realize how much education chiropractors in Redmond have. Chiropractors are held to some of the most intense educational standards of any health field. In fact, their education standards are very comparable to that of a medical doctor. After completing a strong emphasis of basic sciences in college, chiropractors attend a four-year chiropractic college. This means that chiropractors are primary care physicians. In other words, you don't have to have a referral to see a chiropractor.
Is chiropractic the right treatment for you? Call our team at The Wellness Group in Redmond. We will do our best to help you reach your goals.
You may not control all the events that happen to you, but you can decide not to be reduced by them. If you cannot make a change, change the way you have been thinking. You might find a new solution.
While other professions are concerned with changing the environment to suit the weakened body, chiropractic is concerned with strengthening the body to suit the environment.

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You can find below complementary water testing methods : Total Dissolved Solids (TDS) , Cyanuric Acid Testing, Copper Testing, Iron Testing, Test Strips for Water Chemistry Levels.
Total Dissolved Solids (TDS)
Total dissolved solids (TDS) is the measurement of all materials dissolved in the water, i.e. calcium, dissolved organic and inorganic materials, carbonates, salts from chlorine residue, swimmer waste, soluble hair and body lotion, or anything placed in the pool that can be dissolved. The total dissolved solids (TDS) in a pool should not exceed 1,500 ppm. High TDS is common with spa water with high bather load, high chemical needs and a relatively small volume of water. TDS can only be corrected by dilution with water with low TDS or completely draining and refilling with fresh water. Determining the TDS level requires a special meter or test kit. Testing meters normally have a scale with a range of 0-5,000 ppm. TDS kits are priced according to quality and accuracy.
Cyanuric Acid Testing
Cyanuric acid is commonly added to outdoor pools as a chlorine stabilizer or chlorine conditioner. The concentration of cyanuric acid must be monitored carefully to insure that the chlorine does not become over stabilized. Cyanuric acid products are not recommended for indoor pools and spas, since the need for chlorine protection from the sun is not a concern.
The acceptable range of cyanuric acid is generally between 30-80 ppm. Cyanuric acid levels above 100 ppm are prohibited by the MDEQ. Most cyanuric acid tests are conducted by mixing stabilized melamine solutions and pool water, which results in a cloudy solution. Astir or dip rod, with a black dot on the rod, is placed in the viewing test cell. The rod is lowered into the solution. A graduated scale is used to measure when the black dot disappears from view. Other test methods include tablets or more concentrated reagents. All tests are based on turbidity (cloudiness) of the solution. Melamine tests are not very accurate below 15 ppm or above 70 ppm.
Test kits are available to detect copper in pool water. Most copper test kits produce a blue or green color when copper is present in the pool water. The copper level (ppm) is measured by the color standard included with the test kit. Copper found in pool water contributes to staining of pool walls, water discoloration, and turns hair or nail cuticles of the pool users green or blue. Therefore, the recommended copper level is 0 ppm. If copper is present, maintaining a pH of 7.2 to 7.3 and a hardness of 350 ppm reduces the negative influences of copper.
Test kits are available for testing iron concentration levels. Reagents produce brown to red colors in the presence of iron. The reddish brown color is then measured with a color standard found in the test kit. Dissolved iron is responsible for staining and color problems in pool water and on pool surfaces. The addition of chlorine in an adequate concentration helps to precipitate out the iron and allows the filter to remove it.
Test Strips for Water Chemistry Levels
Test strips are available to determine chlorine and pH values as well as all other parameters of water chemistry. These test strips are easy to use but they are only useful as general guidelines. Do not rely upon test strips for accurate water chemistry readings. Record Keeping When performing your water tests, keep a written record of the results. This information is helpful for understanding the dynamics of your pool’s system. Over time, you may notice trends and be able to anticipate water needs and keep a tighter control on your water quality. This information is also useful for making purchasing decisions. The MDEQ requires that certain information be maintained.

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Louisiana House speaker expects special session to close gap
BATON ROUGE - The leader of the Louisiana House says he doesn't expect lawmakers to pass tax hikes this session to fill a looming, mid-2018 budget gap. Instead, Republican House Speaker Taylor Barras believes a special legislative session is inevitable to address the shortfall.
A more than $1 billion budget hole is projected when temporary sales taxes passed by the Legislature expire on June 30, 2018. Democratic Gov. John Bel Edwards wants lawmakers to pass tax measures to close the gap.
But Barras says tax hikes face heavy resistance from the public, which is why he says many House Republicans have been reticent to consider them this session.
The current legislative session that must end June 8 is the last regular session in which taxes can be considered before the 2018 revenue drop-off.
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At the 2023 ICCAT Annual Meeting, Parties have the opportunity to continue leading the world in international management of heavily fished blue sharks while catching up to other Regional Fishery Management Organizations (RFMOs) in the protection of endangered, filter-feeding elasmobranchs and the prevention of finning. Immediate action — based on science and the precautionary approach — is clearly warranted to safeguard these and other exceptionally vulnerable species.
London, November 9, 2023. A new Shark League gap analysis highlights where shark fishing and trading nations are falling short after decades of conservation commitments made through the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species (CITES, a global wildlife treaty) and the International Commission for Conservation of Atlantic Tunas (ICCAT, a regional fishery management organization). The authors:
An analysis of ICCAT Parties’ policies for CITES-listed Atlantic elasmobranchs
Analyzing pivotal international agreements such as the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species (CITES) and the International Commission for the Conservation of Atlantic Tunas (ICCAT), the Shark League’s latest analysis, “Bridging the Gaps that Hinder Shark Conservation,” scrutinizes the efficacy of existing conservation initiatives and recommends essential improvements.
Conservation treaties are only as strong as their implementation, both internationally and at the national level. The Shark League’s analysis zeroes in on the performance of ICCAT Parties, evaluating their adherence to obligations for CITES-listed elasmobranchs. By identifying gaps between restrictions and conservation needs, the report serves as a compass for actionable change.
The report highlights essential areas where current measures fall short of safeguarding Atlantic elasmobranchs. By pinpointing these gaps, the analysis sets the stage for recommended improvements, creating a roadmap for policymakers and conservationists alike. The success of conservation efforts hinges on addressing these key discrepancies to ensure a thriving future for sharks and rays.
As part of the release, the Shark League is organising a Side Event during the 28th Regular Meeting of the International Commission for the Conservation of Atlantic Tunas (ICCAT) on Saturday, November 11th, from 18:00 to 20:00 EGY. The event will take place at the Triumph Hotel in the Vienna Ballroom. Speakers include Shark League partners – Sonja Fordham from Shark Advocates International, Shannon Arnold from Ecology Action Centre, and Ali Hood from Shark Trust. The Side Events provide opportunities to gain insights into the latest analysis of Atlantic shark and ray protection measures under CITES and ICCAT, and learn about recommended improvements at both national and international levels.
A collective effort by 20 Environmental Organizations is underway to address pressing issues in Atlantic tuna fisheries and ecosystems at the International Commission for the Conservation of Atlantic Tunas (ICCAT). The letter, directed to Heads of Delegation, provides specific recommendations for sustainable tuna management.
Faro, Portugal. November 21, 2022. The International Commission for the Conservation of Atlantic Tunas (ICCAT) today agreed the world’s first population-wide fishing quota for highly vulnerable shortfin mako sharks. ICCAT set a South Atlantic catch limit (to cover landings as well as mortality from discarding) within the level recommended by scientists in 2019 and made allocations to individual fishing Parties that are calculated to cut their landings of the Endangered species by 40-60%. The agreement stems from a more precautionary proposal by the European Union and United Kingdom to extend a 2021 ban on particularly depleted North Atlantic shortfin makos to the South Atlantic. Pushback from Namibia and South Africa resulted in negotiations for short-term limits instead.
Fishing and Trade of Shortfin Mako Sharks Banned in Country Ranked Second for Regional Landings
The government of Morocco has announced a national prohibition on the fishing, storage, and trade of shortfin mako sharks (Isurus oxyrinchus), in line with a broader measure agreed in November 2021 through the International Commission for Conservation of Atlantic Tunas (ICCAT). Although the hard-won ICCAT ban could be weakened after two years (due to EU insistence), Morocco’s ban is set to remain in place for five.


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The Xbox 360 has trumped the PlayStation 3 again, following Microsoft’s announcement that its console will be the first to secure a downloadable update for Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2. Microsoft – speaking on Major Nelson blog – stated that “the first Modern Warfare 2 content packs will be available exclusively first on Xbox …
and Infinity Ward have already said
that Microsoft are making a huge deal of a 1 week exclusivity deal..
Personally as a PS3 owner, I am happy to see Sony invest in good developers that deliver games like Uncharted 2 and Killzone2, rather than waste Xbox subscription money on timed exclusivity deals that are likely to do nothing more than attract the eyes of European and US anti-competitive regulators..
Yeh yeh yeh, whatever pal...... you keep telling yourself that :-)
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Last Updated on February 22, 2024
Who is Eddie Van Halen?
Eddie Van Halen was a hyperkinetic guitarist who blazed the world of Rock’ n’ Roll music with his superb guitar skills and impressive energy. He redefined rock music with his brother, Alex Van Halen. Together, they co-founded the Van Halen band.
Van Halen was an American hard rock band, and Eddie was a strong force of the band. He was the lead guitarist, keyboardist, songwriter, and producer. In addition, he was famous for producing custom-made guitars that allowed guitarists to use both hands to perform.
In 2012, Eddie was rated number one among 100 highly gifted guitarists in a list compiled by the Guitar World Magazine. He was popularly renowned for his prolific gifts and hyperkinetic energy as a guitarist before his death on 6th October 2020.
|Edward Lodewijk Van Halen
|Eddie Van Halen
|January 26, 1955 – October 6, 2020
|Eugenia Van Halen (mother), Jan Van Halen (father)
|Alex Van Halen
|Amsterdam, The Netherlands
|Pasadena City College
|Valerie Bertinell (1981- 2007), Janie Liszewski (2009-2020)
|Wolfgang Van Halen
|Source of Wealth:
|Music, Sales of custom guitars.
|72kg (158 lbs)
Early Life and Career Information
Eddie was born Dutch in Amsterdam, the Netherlands, as Edward Lodewijk Van Halen. He was born in 1955, on 26th January. Eddie spent his first seven years in the Netherlands but moved to America with his family in 1962. The family settled in Pasadena, California, and Eddie and his brother attended a mixed elementary school there.
Eddie and Alex could play the piano at age six despite not being adequately trained in music. This wasn’t unusual as Eddie and Alex’s father was a Dutch jazz pianist, clarinetist, and saxophonist before the family’s relocation to Pasadena.
Eddie initially bought a drum while Alex got a guitar. However, after seeing Alex’s drum performance, he gave him the drums and decided to stick to the guitar. Afterward, the duo formed their band with three other boys, called The Broken Combs. They mostly played clubs and backyard parties in L.A.
A couple of years later, the band’s name changed to Mammoth, but they had to drop the name because another group had already adopted the name. The brothers decided to settle for Van Halen as a band name. Eddie had said, “there can’t be a better name to describe what we do.”
Van Halen was a tremendously popular band and constantly played clubs. The band released the Van Halen album in 1978, which hit it off immediately. It featured some of their top-rated songs like “Runnin with the Devil” and The Kinks’ “You Really Got Me.”
The band’s biggest single hit was Jump. It has had over 84 million views on Youtube since its upload in 2017.
After its release in 1984, it spent five weeks at No. 1 on the Billboard charts.
Van Halen released 12 albums together, but Eddie had other solo collaborations with individuals and firms, further accentuating his career.
In 1992, Van Halen won the Grammy Award for Best Hard Rock Performance.
Eddie played the solo on Michael Jackson’s Beat It. It was a favor, so he refused to accept payment for it. After the song was released, it became Record of the Year.
Eddie had his fair share of health difficulties, from hip replacement to two different kinds of cancer.
In 1999, Eddie underwent hip replacement surgery. The following year, he began to receive treatment for tongue cancer. He was announced cancer-free in 2002 after losing about one-third of his tongue.
Again, in 2019, he was hospitalized for treatment for throat cancer. He had struggled with it for five years before his announcement in 2019. This time, he didn’t survive cancer, and he died at 65.
Eddie was married twice. His first marriage ended in 2007 while he remained married to his second wife, Janie Liszewski, till his death.
Eddie Van Halen’s Net Worth
Most of Eddie’s fortune is believed to have come from the raving success Van Halen turned out to be. Evidently, Van Halen was one of the best-selling bands across the world.
His wealth also came from selling his custom-made guitars and other collaborations and royalties.
He also owned a 10,000 square feet home where he lived until his death. 5150 studios, where they produced most of their songs, was part of the property. Before his death, his fortune was estimated to be worth $100 million.
Lessons from the Life of Eddie Van Halen
There is More to You.
“Continuously innovate and improve” ~ Eddie Van Halen.
Eddie was big on personal improvement. From his teenage years until his career peaked, he was passionate about using different devices to create distinct sounds from his instruments.
His outstanding success directly results from his innovative nature and quest for personal growth.
Do Something New
“To hell with the rules. If it sounds right, then it is.” ~ Eddie Van Halen.
Eddie was never scared to break out of stereotypes. He understood the importance of change. As such, he wasn’t scared to try new things when what he was presently doing was no longer relevant. This is why he remains one of the best rock-guitarists throughout history.


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Line a large baking sheet with parchment or wax paper. In a bowl, dissolve the yeast in the water. Add the salt, sugar, Parmesan, garlic, fennel leaves and Creole seasoning, and mix until thoroughly blended. Using a wooden spoon, mix in the flour until thoroughly incorporated into a ball of dough. Don't overmix. Preheat the oven to 300 degrees. On a lightly floured surface, pat out the dough with your hands until you have a rough square about 8 by 8 inches. Use a pastry cutter to cut 8 equal strips of the dough, and roll each out into a skinny log about 13 to 14 inches long. Place the sticks on the baking sheet, brush them with the olive oil, sprinkle with lightly with the kosher salt, and bake until brown, about 30 minutes. Remove from the oven and serve warm.
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$17.5 million Ponzi schemer Paul Hibbs may have hidden cash overseas
A fraudster who stole millions of dollars in a Ponzi scheme that robbed elderly people of their life savings is thought to have hidden large amounts of cash in Australia and the Caribbean.
Paul Clifford Hibbs faces years in jail after admitting taking $17.5 million from his victims – some he had known for two decades – when he siphoned off money while working as an investment adviser.
A judge in August ordered him to pay back more than $7m he stole between 2008 and 2016 through his firm Hansa.
But the 49-year-old is yet to return a single dollar to his victims and has repeatedly refused to cooperate with liquidators to help them recover assets for his victims, denying them access to his financial records.
Read the full article by Dominic Harris > Business Day - stuff.co.nz

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How would you describe your work to someone who has never seen it before?
I think I’d describe it as the Invisible Art, as you’re unlikely to see much of what I do directly on screen, or in print. Doing concept & design drawings, 3D, and matte paintings usually means you’re working as part of a team, so the end result on screen is a group effort. It makes for a varied day with many challenges.
How did you start off in the arts? How/when did you realise that you were an artist?
I was on holiday with my family at the age of about seven or eight. We were in a small Newsagents, and I noticed a paperback with a cover illustration by Frank Frazetta. It seemed to leap off the shelves at me, so visceral was my reaction to it. I couldn’t stop staring at it. For the rest of the week I made up as many excuses as I could to go back in to the shop and just look at this amazing painting again and again. I think my folks thought I just had a craving for sweet things, but that was the time when I decided that I really, really wanted to be able to paint like that. I never have been able to, but then nobody else can either, so I don’t feel too bad.
Please describe a typical day of art making for you.
Usually I’ll be working in-house in an animation production company, so after the obligatory strong cup of coffee I’ll be doing one of the following things: Sketching or visualising on paper or computer, taking a brief for a design then doing some drawings, building 3d models either for use in matte paintings or to be used as assets in the current production I’m working on, and doing some drawings. I might be working on a matte painting, in which case I’ll be spending the day in Photoshop and Painter, talking to the compositors and 3d guys if we are still at the pre-vis stage of the project because a lot of the look development goes back and forth between us all.
When I get back home, after family time, if I’ve got the beans I’ll look at tutorials online, do work for Artist Partners, if I have a commission to do, or do personal projects – try to learn something new, anyway.
What contemporary artists or developments in illustration do you find interesting right now?
When I started it was all Rotring pens, watercolour and airbrushes. Now it’s Photoshop, Modo and Nuke. The pace of change is speeding up and Illustrators need to be multi-skilled and adaptable to cope with this change.
How long does it typically take you to finish a piece?
Anything from half an hour to 3 months, depending on what it is.
What do you do (or what do you enjoy doing) when you’re not creating?
I don’t have much free time, but I love to read, I like woodwork and making things, pottering about. I don’t watch television, which helps.
Any advice for aspiring young illustrators?
You have to love what you do. The life is too hard otherwise! You’ll know if it’s the right thing for you – it sort of picks you, not the other way round. And draw, draw, draw! Be adaptable. Oh, and never try to eat anything bigger than your own head.
Thanks Adam. What a great insight into your busy life as a creative!


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Ortaea is a jewelry brand launched in 2016 by Mita Vohra. A sleek, hot, and very contemporary line of fine jewelry that is probably very different from what you have seen before. Ortaea is is the realization of the contemporary view of how a jewelry brand should communicate with the consumer of today.
An intriguing name; Ortaea. It combines the Latin word Ortus which means origin, rising and new beginnings and Gaea, the Greek Mythological Goddess of Earth and Creation. And Mita is no less intriguing: Mita has spent 14 years in the jewelry business before launching her own line but did you know that she also is a director of Sarova Hotels Kenya, sits on the boards of various property development companies and is a Trustee of the Sandy Vohra Foundation?
To be very honest with you, I discovered Mita Vohra’s jewelry brand through her PR lady, Sally Keeble. She brought the brand and the person to my attention and as soon as I saw the images of the jewelry and read the story behind it, I was intrigued and requested an interview.
Esther: Where did you grow up and what can you tell us about your younger years?
Mita: Born in Kenya to a family in hospitality, I had a truly magical childhood growing up amidst many cultures, adventuring on safaris and experiencing the wonders of nature. Kenya is the place where my heart feels at home. There is something grounding and special about it.
When you gaze at a starry night’s endless sky with full sight of the milky way, witness the laws of the natural world unfolding in front of you as you travel through a national park/reserve or dive into the gardens of the oceans and coral reefs – you feel elation and awe. You know at this moment that you are part of something so vast that it is almost unfathomable.
Ultimately we are all made of the same matter and we are so interconnected, as are all our ecosystems and I grew up in a family believing in the greater good. One door you help open, one child you educate one tree you plant, becomes part of a greater whole.
Esther: What was in your eyes, the moment you decided that your future was in jewelry?
Mita: Jewelry did not have its one moment as such for me but instead grew into my life in a deep and organic way, like it was meant for me. The passion began with beauty and adornment and grew into awe for the elemental nature of gold and gems as gifts from the earth. I am a curious person and I am deeply fascinated by nature and the interconnectivity of ecosystems. I believe creativity is boundless when you are curious and jewelry is an abounding form of expression.
With Ortaea I had that moment where a decision was made to launch my own brand. It was in Iceland in full view of the symphony of the Northern Lights where I knew that my passion for nature would be at the core of its inspiration and that the environment and also the sheer awe of nature would be part of my communication. It was a clarity that combined passion and purpose.
Esther: what was the scariest thing you had to overcome in order to create the jewelry you make today?
Mita: Launching a new brand in a crowded space of fine jewelry was definitely scary although I had a vision of the style of pieces and the voice that I wanted Ortaea to have. Sleepless nights! Many! I think it comes with the territory of being an entrepreneur, but so does faith and passion. In a way, I believe that there is less risk in fine jewelry as it holds an intrinsic value that cannot be lost and over time it appreciates. I have learned to manage sleep deprivation and run on adrenaline when it’s needed and allow the learning and transformation to flow and not resist it.
My experiences have taught me that there will always be challenges and many of them have pushed me to surpass limitations and to see a truth I could not see or break a boundary I didn’t believe I could. I do not as such belief in mistakes or failure but instead in experiences that you learn and grow from and the risks that sometimes surprise you.
I will say that the most stressful and unknown time for me was when I was about to launch Ortaea. The pressure of only 90 days to launch my brand in the Fine Jewellery Room at Harvey Nichols when we had not yet finalized the brand name and not a single piece was ready-made this period one of the most challenging, nerve-racking, sleepless and yet exciting times of my life. I have learned that there is ALWAYS a way. I have also learned that everything is a process and there is no perfection and that our fear can sometimes overpower our agile ability within, to rise to the occasion.
Esther: What is the best way to find and engage with consumers today, in your opinion?
Mita: On one hand, the marketing space online has allowed a brand’s visibility that at one time was unimaginable and I think that this is a very powerful space to create awareness and understand the audience. Data is more accessible than ever and can guide all our market and marketing moves. It’s about having the focus, creativity, and patience to market to and reach the people who truly connect to your brand. The importance of being dynamic, open and in constant learning is an important part of this and I know this because I have at times been surprised by who our core audience is for specific collections.
On the other hand, every space in fine jewelry has become more crowded than ever and it is important to distinguish ourselves and truly understand the client. From my experience, I believe that design, craft, and stories find their audience. I also believe that people connect to people and personalized service, experiences and engagement is key as a differentiating factor.
Esther: What can you share about your passion for nature and the well-being of the people and the planet? Are you concerned about the specific problems we face today, such as geopolitical powerplay, denial by certain world leaders of an existing climate crisis, and the mindless handling of so many of our -limited- natural resources?
Mita: My passion for nature is entrenched in me. When I am in nature I feel alive in every cell of my body. It is my space of curiosity, creativity, awe, and wonder. If we can just imagine how each ecosystem works within our environment and then the interconnectivity of all ecosystems to provide us with all our sustenance. Nature is everything.
Ortaea’s soul of inspiration lies in Nature. We also revel in the idea that the source of each gem is from the core of the earth and has a unique vibration, special hue, and reflection of light. We seek to work on projects that can contribute towards both the environment and empowerment. As Ortaea we build awareness through messaging that is part of the story of each collection. Our Koral collections speak to the significance of coral reefs within the ocean ecosystems, Maji is primarily about the magic and flow of water and the ocean whilst Imperium is about the Birch Tree as a symbol of Nature as Imperium. In 2018 we raised € 150,000 at the Monaco Gala for the Ocean presided by HSH Prince Albert of Monaco and this year we have raised €200,000. We also participated in AMFAR’s 2019 gala in Milan over fashion week to support AIDS research and have in the past donated pieces to Build Africa and Farms not Factories in London. Ortaea also contributes to the Sandy Vohra foundation which is focused on the environment, education/skill and health. We are currently participating in supporting and rebuilding a school of 300 children in one of Nairobi’s slums.
Ultimately even those who deny climate change recognize that oceans and education are key to our future as a society. This path is a process. It will take each person, each politician and combined resources but each step we each make also matters. We now see youth engaging in the environment on another level and we may see technology find a new and powerful way to reverse carbon footprint.
Esther: Best education tips for anyone interested in jewelry?
Mita: If it’s for you only buy what you absolutely love! If it’s an investment or heirloom either buy for iconic design and craft or for the intrinsic value and possible incremental values in the gems in a piece.
Esther: Of which, achievement, personal or professional are you the proudest?
Mita: I would say both personally and professionally Ortaea is what I am proudest of. I believe that as we build we will become a greater voice for the environment and empowerment and with it, we will increasingly have projects that invest in people and the environment.
Esther: What book(s) did you give away most and why, or what 3 books did have the most impact on your life? (and how or why?)
Esther: Your favorite gemstone?
Mita: To wear regularly I love diamonds. They represent Venus and are so amenable to highly designed and textured pieces and forms. They are also colorless and so translate with most of what one wears and they take you from day to evening. As a special piece, I would love a minor oil Columbian emerald because they speak to me and something in me is entranced when I look at such gems. Emerald is the color of nature, abundance and heart center, and healing so the resonance is also deep with me.
Esther: Something completely different: your favorite app?
Apple Music and Shazam because I love music from classical and opera to reggaetón and house it enlivens me.
Esther: What have you bought under 250 euro that you really loved, recently?
Mita: SK2 Serum.
Esther: What is your own favorite jewel and why?
Mita: I don’t have a favorite jewel. I love hoops earrings in all shapes and sizes and it’s a signature in every Ortaea collection even if the shapes are very abstract. I also love statement cuffs. As a creator, they provide so much design space and scope and they represent some of my most creative pieces. As a wearer, it is a piece that I enjoy the most because you can enjoy and appreciate it all the while you wear it.
Esther: Inspiration, it can come in many forms, nature is yours, what does nature mean to you? What does the animal kingdom mean to you? Your Amazonian collection is coming up. Can we expect animal jewelry? Or can you share more about this collection?
Amazon is a very exciting collection that we will be launching next year. The first series will be very focused on the trees and the waterfalls of the forest however we will have one of a kind and limited edition pieces representing key iconic birds/insects/animals of the forests. The collections are still in early development and we are planning to collaborate with a documentary filmmaker who is making an incredible awareness and hope story so that we can create awareness together. We also plan a line as part of this to raise funds for reforestation however we are yet to find the right medium for this.
We believe in the power of stories. We believe that all jewelry either has a story or will become part of the story of the owner. What is your take on storytelling in jewelry
We very much believe in telling stories through jewels. Each collection has a story behind it and each piece has a detail that expounds that story. Many of our coral and Waterflow pieces are derived from the forms and created around an important asset of an ecosystem to highlight its beauty and its importance. Our Armor collection speaks to the power within and it is the collection that connects us to the empowerment of children and youth through education but also a reminder to every woman every day that that power is within her.
Here is a brand that has everything sorted out. If you look at the consumer of today and tomorrow, Ortaea is the kind of brand that they seek. There is a strong sense of responsibility for people and the Earth, there are dreams and stories to tell. There is a strong coherent collection, which isn't burdened by past collections but is complete ''NOW". Obviously, Ortaea is a fine jewelry brand and prices are not found on the website, which normally indicates that they are on the higher side, but there is a large group of women who'll love to purchase this kind of jewelry. Mita told me that 75-80% of her clientele are self-purchasing women of all age groups. Women who are confident and have achieved goals in their life. Sure; reading her story may leave me and you a little blown away. How much can a person achieve! But I hope that through all that, you'll see that brands like Ortaea are what jewelry should be about in the future. A core value, a relatable story, relevant and yes; absolutely gorgeous jewelry!
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The Montage Tulle Dress has been designed for joyous occasions like birthdays and festive celebrations. This dress embodies the spirit of a visual collage, where layers of tulle come together to create a playful and dynamic ensemble.
Let your little one be the star of the celebration in the Montage Tulle Dress, where every twirl paints a picture of vibrant elegance and fun.
Elastic enclosed at waist, stretchy cotton bodice and adjustable straps for ease to wear over the years. We focus on creating garments that are true to size, however, If in between the sizes, please go a size up.
Please keep in mind that the size of the garment may not be equivalent to the age of your child. We strongly recommend to refer to our size guide before purchasing.

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Using U.S. Natural Resource Damage Assessment to Understand the Environmental Consequences of the War in Ukraine
By Theodore D. Tomasi, Ph.D., Managing Principal
The human toll of war is clearly devastating for both combatants and civilians. However, the environmental impacts of war, while less immediate, can have long-lasting and important effects on human wellbeing in the affected areas. Reparations for the impacts of war on natural capital can fund post-war restoration of the environment necessary to sustain recovery of human wellbeing in war zones. If claims for environmental reparations are to be successful, estimates of the amount of restoration needed and its cost must be based on defensible and transparent methods. Such methods will rely on a data-driven, science-based approach that provides information consistent with evidentiary requirements of western legal proceedings.
In this paper, it is proposed that approaches developed over decades of practice under natural resource damage provisions of U.S. and European environmental liability statutes satisfy these requirements. These methods have been used to estimate the injuries to natural capital caused by releases of oil and hazardous substances, and by physical impacts to resources. Next, the type and scale of natural resource restoration needed to offset these injuries is determined. Restoration is of appropriate scale when it re-establishes the stock of natural capital to what it would have been absent the impacts of the conflict. Monetary reparations then equal the cost of scaled restoration. The damage assessment process begins with a preliminary assessment of damages, which could be initiated during wartime to document effects, estimate the likely magnitude of injury, and inform restoration planning. The preliminary estimates of injury and restoration cost can be refined later using data collected via in-country investigations after cessation of hostilities. This phased approach helps ensure that restoration can begin in a timely manner, speeding the recovery of the resource base in an effective and targeted program of a size commensurate with the amount of harm inflicted on natural resources by wartime events.
This paper was co-authored by Richard J. Wenning, Ph.D. and Theodore Tomasi, Ph.D.
Using US Natural Resource Damage Assessment to understand the environmental consequences of the war in Ukraine. Richard J. Wenning, Theodore D. Tomasi. Integr Environ Assess Manag 2022;00:1–10. © 2022 SETAC.