Lunar sun dial, also referred to as moondial, is only accurate on the night of the full moon. Each night following, it becomes an additional (on average) 48 minutes slow, while every night preceding the full moon it is (on average) 49 minutes fast, if there is even enough light by which to take a reading.
Thus, one week to either side of the full moon the moondial will read 5 hours and 36 minutes before or after the proper time. More advanced moondials can include charts showing exact calculations to get the correct time, as well as dials designed with latitude and longitude. Moondials are very closely associated with lunar gardening (night-blooming plants) and comprehensive gardening books will often refer to them; indeed, the original biodynamic farming.


"Comparison of the Effects of Aerobic Dance to Water Aerobic Training o" by Terri L. Bedford, Tamara A. Dusterwinkle et al.
Water aerobics is one mode of exercise that is gaining popularity. Water aerobics allows adults who participate in an exercise program to improve their cardiorespiratory fitness. The purpose of this study was to determine if water aerobic training is as effective as land dance aerobic training in improving cardiorespiratory fitness in sedentary healthy adults. Eighteen subjects participated in this study; nine in dance aerobics and nine in water aerobics. Before and after eight weeks of training, subjects performed a graded maximal exercise test on a Schwinn Air-Dyne while maximal oxygen uptake was measured via a Beckman Metabolic Cart. ANCOVA was used to analyze the data with mode, age, weight, and prior activity level as covariates. There was no significant difference found in the training effects between the water and land aerobics and both groups improved their maximal oxygen uptake significantly (p-value = 0.004). Therefore, water aerobics appears to be an effective means of improving cardiorespiratory fitness in sedentary healthy adults.
Bedford, Terri L.; Dusterwinkle, Tamara A.; and Hoppman, Darcy J., "Comparison of the Effects of Aerobic Dance to Water Aerobic Training on Maximal Oxygen Consumption" (1996). Masters Theses. 270.


The overall population of the municipality named Milpa Alta is 115895 citizens, 57013 males and 58882 females.
The population of Milpa Alta is divided into 43371 minors and 72524 adults, with 7878 of them older than 60 years.
8013 people in Milpa Alta live in indigenous households. An indigenous language is spoken by 3195 people who are older than 5 years. The number of people who only speak an indigenous language is 16 and 3039 speak both an indigenous language and Spanish.
A legal claim on health care and social insurance benefits have 37301 citizens of Milpa Alta.
In Milpa Alta about 27671 households are registered.
26861 of these households are common houses or apartments, 1609 are without floor and about 3447 consist of one room only.
25794 of the normal households have sanitary installations, 23112 are connected to the public water supply, 26289 have access to electricity.
The economic situation allows 4086 households to own a computer, 15103 own a washing machine and 25478 households are equipped with one ore more televisions.
Besides the 3953 analphabets aged 15 or older, about 651 minors between 6 and 14 are not visiting a school.
3871 inhabitants of the population of 15 years and older did not visit a school and 25199 persons did not finish the school. 22809 visited only the 6 years lasting primary school, 26535 visited and finished the college or similar scholar institutions.
A total of 9495 aged 15 to 24 years visited a school, the medium time school is visited through the whole population is 9 years.


TORONTO—The global demand for cleaner economic growth is opening up tens of trillions of dollars of opportunity around the world—giving Canadian developers of clean solutions access to new markets and creating good jobs for Canada's middle class. The federal government is investing in climate action and clean competitiveness to ensure Canadians can participate in and prosper from these opportunities, today and in the decades ahead.
Canada's financial sector has an important role to play in unlocking the potential of clean growth in Canada. That was the focus of a round table discussion, today, on sustainable finance, with the Governor of the Bank of England, Mark Carney, and Canadian business leaders. The round table was hosted by the Minister of Environment and Climate Change, Catherine McKenna, and the Minister of Finance, Bill Morneau. Accelerating action to support sustainable finance is an important part of Canada's G7 presidency.
At the round table, representatives of Canada's business and financial sectors—including banks, pension funds, insurers, and the energy sector—discussed what Canada needs to do to avoid missing out on the opportunities associated with clean growth as well as the climate-related risks—such as more intense forest fires, storms, and floods—that could affect their operations and financial outlook.
The ministers announced the creation of the Expert Panel on Sustainable Finance, to be chaired by Tiff Macklem, Dean of the University of Toronto's Rotman School of Management and former Senior Deputy Governor of the Bank of Canada. The Expert Panel will consult members of the business community about the opportunities associated with sustainable finance. The Expert Panel will also explore the opportunities and challenges for companies facing voluntary standards for corporate disclosure of the financial risks associated with climate change.
The Expert Panel builds on the work of the Task Force on Climate-related Financial Disclosures (TCDF), led by Michael Bloomberg, established by the Financial Stability Board, and chaired by Governor Carney. The Task Force is recognized worldwide for its ground-breaking work to develop voluntary recommendations on climate-related information that companies can disclose to help investors, lenders, and others make sound financial decisions.
Other members of the Expert Panel are: Andy Chisholm, member of the Board of Directors of the Royal Bank of Canada; Kim Thomassin, Executive Vice-President, Legal Affairs and Secretariat, Caisse de dépôt et placement du Québec, and; Barbara Zvan, Chief Risk and Strategy Officer, Ontario Teachers' Pension Plan.
The four panel members will complete their work and provide recommendations to the federal government by the fall of 2018.


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Aspirational, inspiring individual and collective health and wellbeing.
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This is how we care. It's what we stand for. And how we work to put our patients, customers and colleagues at the heart of everything we do.
Our values are at the heart of a workplace where people can flourish, feeling energised, involved and inspired. Where, united as One Nuffield Health, we all have a part to play in making a lasting difference to the nation's health. A place where, no matter what our role, we focus on pioneering better ways of working to create personalised healthcare experiences. And where everyone shares a passion for doing the right thing, for our patients, our customers and each other.
By living our values, every single one of us is empowered to be the best that we can be.
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Understanding the part that each of us has to play, we focus on quality outcomes and take pride in providing services that put people first.
Confident in challenging the status quo, we positively embrace new ways of working and thinking to find new ways to change things for the better.


Do I buy my husband a Father's Day gift this year or next?
My husband and I were talking today and discussing whether or not this Mother's Day and this Father's Day we buy each other gifts. Baby won't be here till December.
This is better suited to a birth board than this one.


For want of something different other from the traditional fare of Christmas season's readings during the previous year did I venture forth with my first Agatha Christie, And Then Were None, offering a bewildering ride that indeed while away the humdrum of my week-long sabbatical.
The book begins with ten people, complete strangers to one another, who are invited by means of a carefully worded letter by some distant acquaintance in the past, or through an unknown business undertaking, to an excursion to Indian Island — a location off the coast on the province of Devon that has been the object of newspaper gossip lately. Each has a strong purpose to comply with the strange request. Each has reasons of their own for desiring a place far away from home.
On the island, the visitors were distressed by the absence of their host and only the servants to greet them upon their arrival. Queer goings on set afoot during the guests' dinner when a mysterious recording reveals crime they have allegedly committed. It doesn't take long for each of them to gather that this quiet sojourn is not what it seems as each of them are hunted down by a cunning murderer whose pattern for killing is inspired by an innocent nursery rhyme hanging over the fireplace.
And Then There Were None proclaims why Agatha Christie is the Queen of Crime Fiction bar none. For one thing the novel displays her ingenuity for plotting, bringing to the table a new approach to one of genre's hackneyed plot devices: the locked room mystery — or rather the locked island mystery as the novel portrays. As it follows a lot of characters on its initial chapters, it may leave the reader a bit confused and pressed hard to keep track of them individually (this is where the character list on the front of book comes in handy) as the narrative shifts from their respective point of view. Taxing though it may be, this in my opinion appropriately reflects the sense of chaos that ensues on the island. As the reader bears witness to increasing suspicions that each characters feel for one another, he too becomes part of the inquiry to hunt down the identity of the murderer, examining each guest through the lens of their minute actions and motivations.
And this is where the fun the part of Christie's novel begins: just when the reader has it down pat or by the better of his hunches ascertained who the murderer is, she disproves him wrong chapter after baffling chapter. This clever puzzle leaves and tantalizes the reader as each episode raises the level of suspense and dread down to the novel's chilling outcome.
While in all honesty the novel doesn't have a compact plot — that it's quite implausible that the planned murder is followed through down to the letter of the nursery rhyme and the victims were too obliging to the killer's machinations, it appears somewhat all too convenient, all too neat for my taste — no one can argue, though, that the crime is one brilliant masterstroke! All the red herrings and tricks directed by Agatha Christie's simple prose marked with the complexity of her deception makes it one of the crime novels no else but she can pull off.
If you enjoy being fooled or in the search for one stimulating and enjoyable read, And Then There Were None is that wonderful diversion you may need. Rightly so, for I think there were none to equal it in feat.


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Oct 8, 2022 Accord
The Accord Party candidate for the 2023 Ibarapa Central/North Federal Constituency election, Engr. (Dr.) David Olusegun Okanlawon (DOO), flagged off his campaign on Friday 7th October, 2022 by commissioning the first of nine (9) motorized boreholes he is sinking across Ibarapa land and donation of football kits to the eight (8) football teams that will participate in the forthcoming 4th annual Ibarapa Unity Cup Sports Fiesta organized by the Olusegun Okanlawon Foundation (OOF).
The flag off event was gracefully attended by the Oyo State Accord Gubernatorial candidate, Oloye Adebayo Adelabu alongside Oyo South Senator hopeful, Hon Kolapo Kola Daisi and also Hon Olusola Omiyale the House of Assembly candidate in Ibarapa Central/North state constituency, alongside party dignitaries. The program was held at Teacher's Plaza, Igboora after which attendees went in procession to Idere, at the family residence of Engr. Okanlawon where the motorized borehole was commissioned by Oloye Adebayo Adelabu (Penkelemesi). The project was dedicated to Idere community in loving memory of Pa, Emmanuel Ishola Okanlawon, DOO's grandfather. The borehole was commissioned with a dedicated brand new generator.
While commissioning the Project, Oloye Adebayo Adelabu Penkelemesi thanked Okanlawon for being insightful and considerate to have set up such a project.
In his characteristic development-focussed manner, Engr. Okanlawon reiterated his desire to champion the development and transformation of Ibarapa if given the opportunity. In his words, "These borehole projects are just some efforts to arrest the drudgery faced by our people, especially during dry season."
He noted that a situation where residents of the constituency (mostly women and children) would trek miles to fetch water is unacceptable in a world where access to clean and healthy water is a Sustainable Development Goal. "It is unfortunate that dwellers of our farm settlements drink water from the same dirty lakes with their domestic animals," he continued.
Okanlawon concluded that "the borehole projects are like testing microphones" when compared to the sustainable developmental music that will be sung across the constituency as a result of his representation at the Federal House of Representatives.
He requested the support of all and sundry as he seeks the constituency's representation mandate in the forthcoming 2023 general election.
"We are most grateful to our party members and our co-constituents for their generous show of love to DOO. Despite the heavy rains, our people stood solidly with us throughout the event. This can only be a result of your belief in his agenda for our constituency. Indeed, it is a new day in Ibarapa Central/North Federal Constituency" said Okanlawon
Oloye Adebayo Adelabu Penkelemesi conducted a constituency assessment tour, to be intimately aware of the state of affairs of Ibarapa Central/North Constituency as we vote accordingly in 2023.
Okanlawon Media Team
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Griffith Film School students have launched a short film featuring renowned Aussie actor Hugo Weaving.
The project was a deeply personal one for Weaving, whose screen credits include Lord of the Rings, the Matrix trilogy and Priscilla Queen of the Desert.
Living with autism: Ky's Story follows Hugo's 16-year-old nephew, Ky Greenwood, who has autism spectrum disorder.
Blending live action sequences with cutting-edge animation, the film aims to raise awareness of the disorder and will be available as a free resource for organisations working with autism.
The film was produced through LiveLab, the commercial production arm of the Griffith Film School in Brisbane.
LiveLab Creative Director Richard Fabb said it was the only school in Australia with a permanent in-house commercial studio.
Film school student Cameron March directed the live action sequences featuring Hugo and Ky, and said the experience was 'a real honour'.
Cameron says he was pleasantly surprised by the actor's approach.
"He was the most genuine, down to earth guy – he was very open and approachable.
Ashley volunteered to work on the film after hearing Ky's story.
"I found his story touching and it made me want to understand more about what he's going through so I could reflect that in my character designs and storyboards. I learned more about autism and how it changes family's lives, but most importantly the strength and love they have to help their family," she says.


You can not help it. When a woman in a red dress walks into a room, or a man in a striking black suit wearing a vibrant red tie, you turn and look. Or how about how relaxed you feel in a green room? Color is all around us and has more influence over our moods then you might think. When it comes to fashion, color is a powerful way to send non-verbal messages about your confidence and ability.
"The colors a man chooses for his business attire tell the world a lot about him," says Dana Persia, image consultant and owner of DP Image Consulting. "Color implies his level of success, background, status, authority, personality and more."
For suits, choose dark blue and dark grey in solids or pinstripes to create more credibility. Other acceptable colors for suits are brown and beige. Black can be severe; the darker the color, the more weight it carries. Black is your most authoritative choice, followed by dark navy.
As for the color of your shirt, white is the safest and most versatile since it will go with every color of suit and match all of your ties. The next best choice is light or medium blue and then light pastels like yellow or even pink, if you are so bold. A man who wears pink actually creates an air of confidence because any man who dares to where it must be just that!
Coordinate ties in bold colors like red (power, strength, ambition, leadership), blue (coolness, confidence, conservatism, dependabilty), purple (creativity, wisdom, flamboyance) depending on the business situation you are in.
And what do the color experts say about the meaning of color?
The same goes for your dress shirt. If you are not wearing a tie, a black dress shirt with subtle white stripes is professional and modern. We like Dolce & Gabbana's Striped Cotton Dress Shirt. But if you want the bad boy mysterious look, go for a solid black dress shirt and pair it with jeans for a night out with the boys or for a first date. The StretchPoplin Shirt in Black says sophisticated and a little bit dangerous.
In many cultures, white is a symbol of purity. Traditionally viewed as a summer color, white can now be worn year round. For fashion white goes with almost anything; however it does show dirt and is more challenging to keep clean.
White ties are hard to come by but you may see more of them with the popularity of the monochromatic looks. The Belisi Cloud Dancer tie looks great paired with a crisp, white dress shirt or any color buttondown.
Without a doubt, red packs a punch. An emotional and vibrant color, red simulates blood – the source of life. Red clothes get noticed, which can work for or against you. Red is intense, so if you're involved in negotiations it could work against you, as red could be seen as intimidating and threatening. Red cars are also a popular target for car thieves.
For men, red is best when worn as an accent color such as in a tie.
Pink is associated with romance and tranquility. A recent trend is men wearing pink dress shirts or ties. If you've ever heard the saying "real men wear pink", there's something to it. A man who wears pink screams confident.
If you're not ready to commit to a pink dress shirt, a pink tie is a great way to subtly infuse a little color.
Have a legal face-off coming up? If you want to pacify the opposition and appear less threatening (like to an arbitrator or judge), a light blue dress shirt, like the The Burberry Herringbone Dress Shirt is a good choice. Or, accent a white, gray or black dress shirt with a light blue tie.
You might notice your friends painting their walls green. And with good reason; green is calming, refreshing and easy on the eye. Green has been associated with fertility and wealth. A man who wants to convey status might wear a dark green tie or shirt.
Yellow is associated with cheerfulness and morning. But studies show that people lost their tempers more often in yellow rooms, and the color appears to upset infants. It's a noticeable color but hard on the eyes. On a positive note, yellow can improve concentration (explaining why legal pads are yellow) and improves metabolism – hence the reason many kitchens are painted yellow. Brighten up a gloomy day with a soft yellow tie.
Purple denotes royalty, wealth and luxury. It is a romantic and feminine color, especially in violets and deep purple velvet fabrics. Purple can appear artificial, since the color is rare in nature, so if you're going for a natural look, purple may not be the right color for you. Wearing purple is all about balance. Choose a tie that is colorful yet not overpowering.
Brown is the color of earth and looks great on people with Autumn skin tones. Light brown implies genuineness and dark brown gives off a rustic, earthy feel with its closeness to wood and tanned leather. Brown can also be a dull color, so make sure to fill your wardrobe with a variety of colors and tones. When worn properly, brown is sophisticated in a non-intimidating way. A brown tie is a great way to send the message that you're open and honest.
Spice up your wardrobe, add a little color!


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Opera Canada magazine celebrates 60 years
Beth Hagerman
New Brunswick native Beth Hagerman is a Toronto-based soprano and one of the 2014-2015 Rebanks Family Fellows at the Glenn Gould School (GGS). In November, she was featured in the Canadian Opera Company's Noon Hour Concert series in a program of chamber music, including Bolcom's Let Evening Come and Chausson's Chanson Perpétuelle. Miss Hagerman recorded a short recital with John O'Conor in CBC's Studio One in Vancouver in December to be broadcasted later this year. Also, the celebrated new series, Pocket Concerts presented Miss Hagerman in December in a program entitled, Songs From My Cupboard, featuring works by Toronto composer and pianist, Peter Tiefenbach. In October, she performed a recital, Fun with Song, as part of the Colours of Music Festival with Patricia O'Callaghan, Peter Tiefenbach, and Robert Kortgaard. This performance led to a review in The Barrie Examiner which described audiences as "delighted" and Beth's voice as "enormous" and a "great beauty".
In the summer of 2014, she was engaged by Maritime Concert Opera to sing Rosalinde in Die Fledermaus and by Opera Nova Scotia to appear as Donna Elvira in Don Giovanni. Her role as Rosalinde was touted by Opera Canada as "perfectly cast" with singing that was "superb". She also performed the title role in Halifax Summer Opera Festival's production of Dvořák's Rusalka. In fall 2013, she was involved in the world premiere of the English version of Korngold's The Silent Serenade as Sylvia Lombardi with the GGS. She made her Toronto Operetta Theatre debut in November 2013 as Mari Pepa in their production, The Saucy Señorita, based on Ruperto Chapi's zarzuela, La Revoltosa. She has performed other leading roles in GGS productions such as in 2011 as Pamina in Mozart's The Magic Flute and in 2012 as Giunone in La Calisto by Cavalli. In the summer of 2011, her Antonia in Offenbach's Les Contes D'Hoffman with The Halifax Summer Opera Workshop was lauded by Opera Canada as, "spectacular."
Miss Hagerman is a graduate of the Artist Diploma Program in Voice at the Glenn Gould School, where she studied with Monica Whicher and coached with Peter Tiefenbach. In 2010, Ms. Hagerman graduated from Dalhousie University with a Bachelor of Arts with a double major in German and Italian Studies. There, she studied voice with Lucy Hayes-Davis. In 2007, Hagerman obtained her Bachelor of Music from Mount Allison University, where her voice teachers included, Dr. Helen Pridmore and Wendy Nielsen.
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Weekly Weird: Surprise Baby on Board!
A baby snuck aboard an Aeroflot flight this week by making an unexpected appearance mid-air. Bloomberg reports that a passenger gave birth during a flight from Ukraine to Moscow. The woman was only around 30 weeks pregnant, so the baby was quite the surprise! The flight made an emergency landing, and both mother and baby are reportedly doing well.
In other painful TSA news, a passenger at LAX alleges that a TSA agent stole $100 from his wallet during a security screening. NBC News reports that a flyer claims that he put his wallet in a bin to be X-rayed, only to have it returned to him $100 lighter. TSA Agent Clyde Reese was arrested on suspicion of theft, following the incident.


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The Missouri State Lady Bears will play in the NCAA Tournament's Sweet 16 on Saturday evening in Chicago.
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All of these popular locations welcome your four-legged friends.
JJ, a Cockapoo puppy, at Middleport Pottery.
We are a nation of animal lovers but sometimes it can be difficult to find somewhere that is dog-friendly to go for a drink, have a bite to eat, or even shop.
But we have compiled a list of dog-friendly venues across Staffordshire and Cheshire so you don't have to 'paws' for thought when trying to pick where to go.
Trentham Estate has a number of shops that allow dogs, including the Trentham Garden Centre for smaller dogs, Doggie Fashions, Whittard of Chelsea, and Cadwaladers Ice Cream Café.
Of course, the Trentham Gardens welcomes dogs as well so long as they are kept on a short lead.
Burslem Park contains a Victorian terrace garden and ornamental foundtains complete with restored buildings, terracotta period details, and a lake.
The Green Flag park welcomes your pooches and even has a Pavilion Café where you can stop for a cup of tea or a sweet treat.
Located on the edge of Westport Lake the visitor centre is an idea spot for bird-watching and walking – a great attractions for families and nature lovers.
Westport Lake and the surrounding grounds are looked after by Stoke-on-Trent City Council and are ideal for a stroll, while the centre offers and variety of family activities throughout the year.
Dogs are allowed on the balcony that overlooks the lake.
The relaxing canal side pub in Cheshire offers a range of great beers and food, including lighter options such as sandwiches and grazing dishes.
The family-run pub serves traditional food and has an outdoor seating area where you can soak up the atmosphere next to the canal.
There is a car park and pool table with dogs welcome.
Hetty's Tea Shop is a converted heritage building with its own trip boat operating from the wharf.
Dog owners can enjoy a selection of homemade cakes and scones outside with the company of their dogs at the covered tables.
The outdoor seating is perfect for taking in the views of the Staffordshire Moorlands and Froghall Wharf.
Found between the Stafford registry office and library, the Verso Lounge has water bowls and dog biscuits available for pets of all sizes as they sit happily on the floor next to you.
The lounge prioritises a communal atmosphere and easygoing nature that will make you and your dog feel at ease the moment you walk in.
This canal-side pub is co-owned by the actor Neil Morrissey with many of its visitors reporting a run in with the celebrity himself.
The pub also boasts a great selection of ales for all to enjoy.
Dog owners can choose to rest their favourite pets in the bar area or front outside seating after exploring the canal together.
There is parking available if you want to drive your pooch there and a cozy fire inside.
Middleport Pottery, Port Street, Middleport, ST6 3PE.
Well-behaved dogs are welcome at Middleport Pottery.
And while you're at this much-loved heritage site you can get a decent brew and some food at the Totally Delicious cafe.
Dogs are welcome outside on the benches and also upstairs in the activity area.
Saracens Head has its own dog menu of "snappy meals" and offers a wide range of food for dog owners as well.
Dogs are welcome both inside the bar area and outside where they can watch the friendly alpacas in the field next door. Saracens Head also offers dog biscuits for when your pooch deserves a special treat.
Built in 1880 by Taylor Walker and set on the main route into Nantwich the Leopard is a dog friendly pub that was once the headquarters for Nantwich Town Football Club.
The pub was taken over by Joule's Brewery in 2012 and now serves a range of beers and acts as the company's flagship pub in Nantwich.
The Stafford Arms dates back to the 16th Century and is found in front of a village green on which your dog can lounge before going inside.
Pets are encouraged in Bar 2 and Bar 3 where owners can treat themselves with the pub's wide variety of food and drink.
Serving a range of high quality cask ales with eight hand pumps and an extensive menu the Vine Inn, in Nantwich, welcomes your four-legged friends through its door.
The pub has a number of events and offers on throughout the week including 50p off all cask ales on Mondays and savings on wine on Wednesdays.
The Top Pub provides homemade food all-year round and a cosy fire in the colder months.
Dogs have the choice between the outside beer garden or the small but comfy inside, both areas have dog water bowls are available.
The pub boasts a family atmosphere that you and your dog can enjoy together.
The Bulls Head, Burslem; The Greyhound, Newcastle; The White Star, Stoke; The Royal Exchange, Stone; The Sun, Stafford; and The Roebuck, Leek.
Titantic Brewery is based in Burslem and has a range of pubs across Staffordshire as well as The Cheshire Cheese, in Buxton.
All of its pubs are dog-friendly and serve traditional pub grub using local ingredients.
The Black Lion Pub is a traditional, independent canal-side pub.
The Black Lion the perfect stop for a locally made pie in front of the fire after a good long walk with your pooch.
Owner Ian Bradford and springer Sparky.
The Borehole in Stone has won Enjoy Staffordshire's Dog Friendly Business of the Year two years running and offers a basket of toys to keep dogs happy during their trip.
Serving up a range of Lymestone Brewery ales the pub has become a popular stop-off point for dog lovers.
Dogs are welcome in the bar area of the Draycott Arms, making it a perfect spot for a drink after a long hike around the local area with your favourite pet.
The Draycott Arms also provides a great variety of food, all of which can be enjoyed in the comfy countryside atmosphere of the pub.
Located in the heart of Newcastle Ten Green Bottles (or TGB) is a craft beer and bottle shop that also carries with it a range of popular gins.
The bar actively encourages customers to bring in their pooches and takes part in the Dogs of Instagram hashtag on the popular image sharing website.
The Plough is a local village pub where you enjoy some great local food after a calm walk around the village with your pooch.
There is also a beer garden for when your dog wants to laze in the sun while you eat. Ale drinkers are also well looked after with their wide variety of ales on offer.
Based in Newcastle's Ironmarket the Capello Lounge is part of a nation wide chain and has dog biscuits and water bowls.
As well as catering for animals if has an extensive list of drinks and a menu packed full of goodies for vegans, kids, and people with gluten intolerances.
The Bridge Inn is a canal-side pub restaurant in Brewood village that stages live music every Friday and a quiz on Monday nights.
The bar area is dog friendly, giving you a chance to try the large range of real cask ales on offer. There is also an open fire in winter time.
An independent bar in Newcastle the Thirsty Giraffe serves up four cask beers, eight kegs, and an array of other refreshments that will quench your thirst.
For dog lovers the bar has a selections of treats as well as a bowl to keep your animal friends happy.
Having won 'The Pubzine Readers Choice' for the best food in Staffordshire, Cheshire and the surrounding areas, it is obvious that The Greyhound Inn has a great selection of food.
The inn also welcomes dogs into the bar area so that you and your four-legged friend can enjoy the cozy surroundings together.
The Archer is a busy neighbourhood pub and has become popular with the rambler crowd as it has a spacious walled patio along with a beer garden.
It welcomes dogs and has a choice of four regular beers, including Abbot Ale, three changing beers, and real cider.
The Bleeding Wolf is a thatched Tudor inn with a beautiful conservatory for you and your dog to relax in while you enjoy food and water together.
The pub has a lively atmosphere and is easy to spot from the roadside thanks to its distinctive look. The pub is also known for its Real Ale, Cider and Gin Festival.
Operated by LUOSKO Dog Care and Rescue Timo's is a bar where dogs come first.
Set up in memory of shepherd Timo v Jirkova dvora the bar has treats, water, and even dog beer and wine - non-alcoholic - to keep pets happy.
The Hop Inn opened in February 2014 and since then has had more than 590 guest ales available.
The pub itself was built in 1871 and boasts a large airy bar, a lounge, and an outside area. Dogs are welcome on site.
Have we missed off anywhere that you like to go with your pooch? Let us know in the comments section below or via our Facebook page.


I am just blown away by Maxthon, far and away my favorite browser. Even more impressive is the fact that its primarily developed by one person with a community of plug-in developers. of course its developed upon the foundation of IE, which provides its core functions but the level of innovation is staggering. It reinforces my belief that a few good programmers who understand their market are better than a team ten times the size. If you want to read about productivity in programmers, read peopleware, but if you want the best browser get Maxthon and donate. What promoted me to write today, RSS reader integration. But there are loads of other great features I have written about in the past.
The immediate usefulness of Linux running under Windows is obvious. You can use all the Windows drivers for all the peripherals that don't run under Linux. Drivers have always been an issue with Linux as PC users have gotten spoiled with Windows driver support. Today's user wants to grab just about anything and not worry about installing it and making it work.
I have spent probably 30% of my working life writing reports and presentations, and now the thought of writing them fills me with dread. At this point those who know me probably think I am going to write about arthritic hands, but no, its the medium that's the problem. Having started to write a blog it's difficult to contemplate another medium for writing, and having started working with mind maps and concept maps it's difficult to go back to sequential presentations. I would happily accept wiki's for collaborative authoring as an alternative to blogs, but blogs have the amazing benefit of providing the author with full control of content and presentation, and allow the author to build not just on their own knowledge but on the knowledge of others, "on the shoulders of giants" and all that. On the subject of giants Don Box motivated me to write this little post.
I have worked in desktop computing for many years and promoted the need for different desktop capabilities to meet the needs of different user communities. I have always sought to address this with my corporate customers, whilst also trying to ensure some common enterprise application delivery capability was shared by all, in my company we call this a WorkStyle. I was therefore greatly encouraged to see that The Open Source Development Lab last week released four specifications for its Desktop Linux Capabilities document, which outlines what requirements a Linux distribution should have to meet the needs of certain desktop Linux users. This document describes the topic in more detail.
I am being bombarded by information and initiatives that relate to thinking from all directions. I thought it would be interesting to list the main ones and try and identify the many different perspectives.
Structure and rigour. It all started with David Pollard's structured problem solving process, which although not a perfect fit for me was an interesting insight into how formal and rigorous the process could be.
Quick and intuitive. Then I read reviews of books that discussed rapid decision making, I have not explored them further but they support my gut feeling that my intuition is a valuable skill that I should nurture. I don't have a very good memory for facts, but am good at remembering relationships. I have specifically avoided learning memory improvement techniques because I worry that whilst I will be better at remembering names my intuition and innovation will suffer.
Innovation. I came across a blog entry on types of innovation, quickly followed by one of my colleagues sending me a presentation, which led to me exploring innovation processes, in particular TRIZ and some of the tools that support it.


On 24 June 2017, activists in Washington DC gathered at DuPont Circle to recognize 20 June, the International Day in Support of Political Prisoners in Iran. The activists had prepared a canvas representing the jail cells in which many political prisoners are consigned. Passers-by were invited to learn about the situation of political prisoners in Iran, and then invited to toss water balloons at the "jail" in order to free all political prisoners now!


The guys behind Stevie May match their boho mood to their delicate prints, soft textures and layers of lace. Inspired by far off places, floaty dresses and flared silhouettes are mixed-up with textured knits and heavy leathers for a complete festival-ready wardrobe.
Tessuto principale: 100% poliestere. Fodera: 100% rayon.


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import DateUtil from "../DateUtil";

describe("DateUtil", () => {
  describe("#msToMultiplicants", () => {
    it("decomposes milliseconds only", () => {
      const result = DateUtil.msToMultiplicants(987);

      expect(result).toEqual(["987 ms"]);
    });

    it("decomposes seconds only", () => {
      const result = DateUtil.msToMultiplicants(12000);

      expect(result).toEqual(["12 sec"]);
    });

    it("decomposes minutes only", () => {
      const result = DateUtil.msToMultiplicants(720000);

      expect(result).toEqual(["12 min"]);
    });

    it("decomposes hours only", () => {
      const result = DateUtil.msToMultiplicants(43200000);

      expect(result).toEqual(["12 h"]);
    });

    it("decomposes days only", () => {
      const result = DateUtil.msToMultiplicants(1036800000);

      expect(result).toEqual(["12 d"]);
    });

    it("decomposes milliseconds and seconds", () => {
      const result = DateUtil.msToMultiplicants(9878);

      expect(result).toEqual(["9 sec", "878 ms"]);
    });

    it("decomposes seconds and minutes", () => {
      const result = DateUtil.msToMultiplicants(732000);

      expect(result).toEqual(["12 min", "12 sec"]);
    });

    it("decomposes minutes and hours", () => {
      const result = DateUtil.msToMultiplicants(43920000);

      expect(result).toEqual(["12 h", "12 min"]);
    });

    it("decomposes hours and days", () => {
      const result = DateUtil.msToMultiplicants(1080000000);

      expect(result).toEqual(["12 d", "12 h"]);
    });
  });

  describe("#msToRelativeTime", () => {
    it("defaults to returning the suffix", () => {
      const date = new Date();
      date.setYear(date.getFullYear() - 1);
      const result = DateUtil.msToRelativeTime(date.getTime());

      expect(result).toEqual("1 year ago");
    });

    it("suppresses the suffix if specified", () => {
      const date = new Date();
      date.setYear(date.getFullYear() - 1);
      const result = DateUtil.msToRelativeTime(date.getTime(), true);

      expect(result).toEqual("1 year");
    });

    it('returns "in a year" if the date in a year from now', () => {
      const date = new Date();
      date.setYear(date.getFullYear() + 1);
      const result = DateUtil.msToRelativeTime(date);

      expect(result).toEqual("in 1 year");
    });
  });

  describe("#strToMs", () => {
    it("returns value of date in ms (1)", () => {
      expect(DateUtil.strToMs("1990-01-03T00:00:00Z-1")).toEqual(631324800000);
    });
    it("returns value of date in ms (2)", () => {
      expect(DateUtil.strToMs("1990-01-03t00:00:00z-1")).toEqual(631324800000);
    });
    it("returns value of date in ms (3)", () => {
      expect(DateUtil.strToMs("1990-01-03T00:00:00Z")).toEqual(631324800000);
    });
    it("returns value of date in ms (4)", () => {
      expect(DateUtil.strToMs("1990-01-03t00:00:00z")).toEqual(631324800000);
    });

    it("returns null if called with something other then string (int)", () => {
      expect(DateUtil.strToMs(0)).toEqual(null);
    });
    it("returns null if called with something other then string (array)", () => {
      expect(DateUtil.strToMs([])).toEqual(null);
    });

    it("returns null if the string is undefined or null", () => {
      expect(DateUtil.strToMs(null)).toEqual(null);
      expect(DateUtil.strToMs(undefined)).toEqual(null);
    });
  });

  describe("#isValidDate", () => {
    it("return true for a valid date", () => {
      expect(DateUtil.isValidDate("1990-01-03T00:00:00.000+0000")).toEqual(
        true
      );
    });

    it("return false for an invalid date", () => {
      expect(DateUtil.isValidDate("foo")).toEqual(false);
    });

    it("returns false for null", () => {
      expect(DateUtil.isValidDate(null)).toEqual(false);
    });
  });

  describe("#msToUTCDay", () => {
    it("return the day from a milliseconds value", () => {
      expect(DateUtil.msToUTCDay(631324800000)).toEqual("1990-01-03");
    });
  });
});


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Transition Pasadena aims to repair…
Transition Pasadena aims to repair what's broken: Larry Wilson
How does your garden grow? (Staff photo by Walt Mancini)
By Larry Wilson | lwilson@scng.com | Pasadena Star News
We get houseproud enough when a local organization is doing good stuff for the community, but when one gets international recognition, we ought to shout it to the rooftops.
That's what I'm doing about the Pasadena Repair Cafe, a grassroots effort that is one of the worldwide loving-hands-at-home projects recently celebrated in a book called "21 Stories of Transition," as "harvested" by Rob Hopkins, a British social activist.
A quote from a happy participant pretty much says it all: "I can't believe the guy who built the Mars Rover just repaired my electric shaver!"
But believe it or nuts, 'cause that's what happened at the Repair Cafe as set up by Transition Pasadena after cofounder Therese Brummel heard in 2010 about a similar effort in the Netherlands. Great tinkerers, including at least one JPL engineer, made themselves available to fix household items that had seen better days — a rarity in our throw-away society in which once something stops working well, we often chuck it.
Transition Pasadena has also created the Throop Church Learning Garden along with workshops on low-energy living, mulching your garden, fruit trees in public places with food for the picking and how to create a cooler roof for your home.
Asked by the book's editors how the Repair Cafe found its repairers, Pasadena neighborhood activist Sylvia Holmes replied, "We just ask. There's the San Gabriel Valley Hackers, people who work at Caltech … they come. People just know people. They make it fun."
Member Laurel Beck added: "You feel part of a community that is getting on and doing things, and recycling. There's a sense of welcome. … We're glad to see people when they show up with their broken stuff."
I had coffee with Sylvia, a neighbor and longtime friend of mine and daughter of the wonderful late Pasadena Mayor John Crowley, recently at Lincoln Cafe, and she was both proud of the group's recognition and wishing to spin it forward. In the last five years the diverse group has logged over 6,000 volunteer hours, screened and created dozens of small-scale local projects.
"We've learned to be careful about how many ideas we have, because they are a lot of work," she told the editors.
She's got that right. But how nice to be recognized for that work along groups from 15 countries that fit into the low-key Transition movement's ideal of small-scale experiments in doing things right "at a practical and meaningful level." Here's the attitude they share about getting help from officials, as expressed by Peter Capener of Bath, England: "We don't need governments to show us how to make the changes we need, but we do need governments to work with us to create the conditions within which change can flourish."
For more information on how to get involved, go to www.transitionpasadena.org.
Keep Pasadena Beautiful
Monday evening at Westridge School, the annual Golden Arrow awards were bestowed by Pasadena Beautiful on 36 homeowners who have made their gardens grow in wonderful ways. I love the manner in which the volunteers decide the winners: The city is divided into nine districts, and two members drive every street within each to pick out the beauties, many of which have gone xeriscapey in the ongoing dryness. A winner at 830 N. Pasadena Ave. said: "It started a few years ago when my husband tried to get rid of some weeds and went too far. But now our garden reflects my personality: drought-tolerant!" Another gardener who had been working for some time joked: "I was expecting a Golden Arrow about 20 years ago, but I guess I had to tear out my grass to get it!" Like the MacArthur "genius" awards, you can't apply; you just do good and wait. A full list of winners will be posted soon at www.pasadenabeautiful.org.
Write the public editor at larry.wilson@langnews.com
San Bernardino has plenty of Italian connections
As promised, Pasadena developer sues city
Motorcyclist killed in South Pasadena crash
Pasadena worries about Metro Gold Line crime despite reassurances
Elderly woman found dead near Alhambra Golf Course believed to be missing San Gabriel woman
Video: Thief grabs heart box containing estimated $20,000 in wedding gift money from Rosemead restaurant
Parents of 6-year-old who drowned in Altadena camp pool speak out
Explaining Pasadena's misadventures with cannabis
Proposed development would replace entire block in Pasadena
Larry Wilson
Larry Wilson is public editor of the San Gabriel Valley Newspapers and a columnist and member of the editorial board for the Southern California News Group. He was hired as editorial page editor of the Pasadena Star-News in 1987, and then for 12 years was that paper's editor. He now writes editorials for SCNG, a local column in the Star-News on Wednesdays and a regional column for the group on Sundays.
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Vampire's Kiss (1989)
"I'm a vampire! I'm a vampire! I'm a vampire!" Although I highly recommend this dark, dark comedy (a notorious box office flop), I realize that it may not be for all tastes. In fact, a couple of friends still haven't forgiven me for once recommending this flick all these years later! An uptight, New York City yuppie literary agent named "Peter Loew" (Nicolas Cage), who is on the edge of a total mental breakdown, falls under the spell of the mysterious "Rachel" (Jennifer Beals) and starts believing he is a vampire. He even picks up a pair of cheap plastic fangs at a novelty store and starts wearing dark sunglasses 24/7. Maria Conchita Alonso portrays Loew's terrorized secretary, "Alva Restrepo" (at one point he forces her to search the office futilely for a long-forgotten contract), while Elizabeth Ashley portrays Loew's therapist, "Dr. Glaser." Cage, who really chews the scenery in this one, actually took his method acting to the extreme by swallowing a live cockroach for the cause. "I don't really see this movie as a vampire film, per se," Cage once remarked. "I see it more as a black comedy about a man who is going out of his mind because of a lack of love—loneliness being the reason." The film was directed by Robert Bierman. If you hate some of Cage's more offbeat films like Valley Girl (1983) and Raising Arizona (1987), you should avoid this thing like the plague. Believe it or not, Judd Nelson was reportedly considered for the "Peter Loew" role.
On the Bowery (1956)
The Wild Life (1984)


As tradition, Rhinelander High School holds a week of fun filled activities and theme days leading up to the Homecoming Football Game and Dance on Saturday, September 30th.
The themes this year were: Into the Jungle, Pairs, Music genres (divided up by grade) Camo VS. Khaki, and Green and White on Friday.
All the hustle and bustle starts on Monday morning, with window painting done across the school by the band, choir, FBLA/DECA, and many other clubs. Monday night, the junior and senior boys team up against each other and play a fun, yet very competitive game of Spike volleyball.
Spike volleyball has many reasons for being entertaining.
"It's men wearing short shorts that should not be worn", RHS senior coach Brittany Curby said.
Through lots of preparation, struggles for both classes, from seniors having to tone down their cockiness, or juniors being bribed with donuts, both sides put in vast amounts of effort. It was a close game Monday night, but though the help of the fans cheering "Send it" or "You want one?" the seniors scraped by with a 3-2 win.
"We're gonna absolutely crumble [the juniors]!" Tyler Olson, one of the senior players stated before the game.
Although the juniors lost, their coaches are still very confident for next year.
Wednesday night, it was Powderpuff. Not the animated TV series, but juniors and seniors facing off on the Varsity field for a competitive and action packed game of flag football. After the juniors loss at Spike, they were very optimistic for Powderpuff.
Just like Spike, the boys faced a new field of challenges. The Juniors had problems with people showing up, and seniors had problems with a few rebellious players.
But despite their trials, there was a lot of good accomplishments as well.
"Their defensive senses and awareness was better than we thought it would be." Stated Tjugum, when asked if there was anything that surprised them as coaches.
This was the Junior's first year playing, so while the seniors did have the upper hand, both teams were still beyond confident in their players readiness.
"Oh, definitely" Stated Junior coach Brock Lieder, when asked if he felt ready for the big game.
And with that, the game began. There was cheering from both sides of the field and while there were a few rough moments, it was an overall clean game. The seniors made several touchdowns and field goals throughout the night, resulting in a 34-0 win for the seniors, but yet another loss for the juniors. However, both juniors and seniors were optimistic.
"We haven't lost either!" Chimed in Senior coach Alec Kurtz, referencing last year's tie (21-21) against the now graduated class of 2017.
Given that the juniors only had about 20 players, the coaches were all very proud of how their girls did, and how they handled plays, directions, and conflicts.
With Spike and Powderpuff over for the year, that leaves the Friday pep rally.
During this time, the RHS pep band plays a few of their greatest hits, the dance team wows the student body with their Homecoming guy/girl dance routine, and the Homecoming court, this year consisting of Hope Wissbroecker, Alyssa Mitchell, Lexi Rick, Lauren Rosendahl, Mackenzie Pence, Tyler Olson, Jacob DeMeyer, Cole Spaulding, Scott Fox and Brad Quade, prepared a few skits to help get everyone pumped for the game following the parade that evening at Mike Webster Stadium. It was a close one, with a loss for the Hodags and a final score of 21-41.
All of this leads up to the Homecoming Dance Saturday Night. And this year, it's sure to be A Grand Affair.


So this is the beginning of our 5 week adventure – today we pack, tomorrow we fly!!!
Just a quick bike packing session. <—–click that!
In Sweden, Abra and I will be participating in what I believe is to be the largest orienteering festival in the world – currently 11,533 registered orienteers! Here is the website for you to check out: oringen.se . Majority of the participants are competing in foot-O but we are racing 5 days of MTBO. Looking forward to seeing this scene of 11,000 plus orienteers in one place!
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using Microsoft.VisualStudio.TestTools.UnitTesting;
using Ev3Controller.Ev3Command;
using System;
using System.Collections.Generic;
using System.Linq;
using System.Text;
using System.Threading.Tasks;

namespace Ev3Controller.Ev3Command.Tests
{
    [TestClass()]
    public class CommandParam_12_00_Tests
    {
        #region Unit test of Command_0E_00 Constructor.
        [TestMethod()]
        [TestCategory("Constructor")]
        [TestCategory("CommandParam_12_00")]
        [TestCategory("CommandParam_12_00_Constructor")]
        public void CommandParam_12_00_Constructor_001()
        {
            var CommandParam = new CommandParam_12_00(0, 0);

            Assert.AreEqual(0, CommandParam.Power);
            Assert.AreEqual(0, CommandParam.Direction);
        }
        [TestMethod()]
        [TestCategory("Constructor")]
        [TestCategory("CommandParam_12_00")]
        [TestCategory("CommandParam_12_00_Constructor")]
        public void CommandParam_12_00_Constructor_002()
        {
            var CommandParam = new CommandParam_12_00(0x64, 1);

            Assert.AreEqual(0x64, CommandParam.Power);
            Assert.AreEqual(1, CommandParam.Direction);
        }
        [TestMethod()]
        [TestCategory("Constructor")]
        [TestCategory("CommandParam_12_00")]
        [TestCategory("CommandParam_12_00_Constructor")]
        public void CommandParam_12_00_Constructor_003()
        {
            var CommandParam = new CommandParam_12_00(0x65, 2);

            Assert.AreEqual(0x64, CommandParam.Power);
            Assert.AreEqual(1, CommandParam.Direction);
        }
        #endregion
    }
}


First Bank of Nigeria has rewarded 30 of its customers who emerged winners in the maiden edition of its Xplore first account promotion.
They won N5000 airtime each. Five winners emerged from the six geo-political zones.
Speaking at the event, the Team Lead Liability Product, First Bank of Nigeria (FBN), Maxwell Ezenwa, noted that the bank recently commenced the inaugural edition of the promo, where customers are expected to win N5000 airtime in a monthly draw.
"We just started with the first inaugural draw in 2018. For the monthly draw, the customers are expected to win N5000 airtime credit.
"So, 30 of these account holders have benefitted from the initiative. You can also see how we have tried to spread it because First Bank is pan Nigeria and it is also international," he said.
He also stated that with over 700 branches, the bank has tried to spread the initiative across the six geopolitical zones of the country where the financial institution has presence.
Ezenwa, explained that from each zone, they produced five winners, thereby bringing the total to 30.
According to him, in the next six months, the bank would continue in this direction by rewarding winners.
According to him, "This is the maiden edition of the raffle draw for this segment. As far back as 2008, the bank has been running promotions on savings.
"But this year, the bank decided to break it down to favour the youth population. This is why we singled out this very product which is xplore first and customers that opened this account, in order this reward scheme. The bank actually has three different types of account for the youth segment.
"We have a special account for zero to 12 years which is known as the kids' first account. Then from 13-17, we have what is called the need first account and the third category which is known as the xplore First account. In terms of growth, we expect that there would be a lot of impacts because, this is something that is very new in the industry.
"What we hear other players in the industry do is the usually method of rewarding customers in promotion. But we try to segment the market and we have come down to this segment which is the youth segment and most are university undergraduates.


There has been a lot of hype about the harbor freight gantry crane, as it is one of the least expensive options out there. However, some people feel the low cost is a reflection of low quality in the crane. Read on to find out which cranes we think may be better alternatives.
A gantry crane is a serious purchase. Not only are they expensive, but they are relied upon to lift seriously heavy objects. It is not worth it to try and save a few bucks on crane of inferior quality. Not only will they cost you more money in the long run by breaking down faster, they will also cause frustration when they are not able to perform the task they were meant to. Lastly, they can be a serious danger if they are not able to properly hold the heavy item you are trying to lift.
That is why we put together this list of cranes that are better than the harbor freight version. All of them are well tested, and able to be purchased online.
Our top choice for the best product in this review is the Titan Adjustable Telescoping Gantry Crane. This crane has everything that we like to see in a product – Durability, functionality, and affordability.
One of the biggest reasons that this crane is an excellent choice is the price. At the time of writing this article, the 1 Ton Pittsburgh gantry crane by Harbor Freight was $729.99, with an additional $100.00 or so for shipping. While the 1 Ton titan model was just $599.99 with FREE shipping. If you wanted to, you could even buy the 2 Ton Titan crane for $739.00, and end up paying less than you would for the Pittsburgh model, but end up with twice the weight capacity.
The Titan is loaded with features that make purchasing it worthwhile. It has four locking castors that give you the option of mobility, while still being able to lock in place when you need to. Another nice feature of this crane is the telescoping boom, which allows you to raise and lower the crane height to give more versatility in lifting options. The last bonus to the Titan is the locking pins, which make adjusting the boom height of the crane a breeze.
One of the attributes we like to see in a product that we review is durability. It doesn't make any sense to spend money on a product that is going to need to be replaced shortly. We have a "buy it for life" mentality. The Titan surely fits that bill, as it is made with all steel construction. Using high quality materials is what gives certain Titan models the ability to lift up to two tons. Make sure you check the weight rating of each model, as some are only rated for a half ton.
When it comes to price, the Titan is one of the most affordable cranes on the market for its quality. The one downside of the crane is that it does not come with any hoisting gear. Although, at this price, you can purchase the crane, and all the necessary gear, and still spend less than you would on an equally capable crane.
The 2nd best option in our lineup of gantry cranes is the Vestil AHS-2-15-16 Steel Adjustable Height Gantry Crane. Similar to the Titan, this crane is durable and capable, although it is slightly more expensive.
The Vestil AHS comes standard with features such as an easy adjustable height system, and four nylon swivel castors with locking mechanisms. It is also made of welded steel construction, ensuring long-lasting durability. This crane is also compliant with ANSI and CMAA specifications, meaning that you don't have to worry about this crane being unsafe.
The steel construction gives this crane a heavy weight, totaling at 790 pounds. It has a maximum height of 192 inches, and a minimum height of 126 inches. The Vestil AHS has a width of 89 inches, and a total length of 177 inches. Large dimensions like this make it easy for the crane to lift up the biggest of objects.
Reviewers of this product mentioned that it is of good quality, and was relatively easy to assemble. It also received high marks from all of those who tested the crane.
Although it is more expensive than the Titan, it is a top quality crane that should offer a lifetime of high-quality service. For the quality, this is one of the best priced gantry cranes on the market.
The final item in our review of gantry cranes superior to the Harbor Freight model is the Vestil FHS-4-10 Fixed Height Steel Gantry Crane. In between the price of the previous two cranes, the Vestil FHS is the perfect combination of price-point and quality.
The Vestil FHS is very similar to the AHS model, with the exception of a few details. The FHS was designed to be fixed height, as opposed to the variable height of the other model. This offers both advantages and disadvantages. The tradeoff is a higher maximum weight capacity for less flexibility in lifting options. The FHS has double the lifting capacity of the AHS, at two tons. The other major difference between the models is the dimensions of the crane.
This model has a fixed height of 128 inches. The length of the FHS is 118 inches, and the width is 64.5 inches. This crane is nearly 200 pounds lighter than the AHS, weighing in at 598 pounds.
The Vestil FHS has all the same features as the AHS – the steel construction, locking swivel castors, and blue powder coat paint.
When comparing the the two cranes, the AHS might seem like the better model, but the lower price of the FHS makes up for the weaker specs.
When buying a gantry crane online it'ts really important to think a few things through before making the purchase. First, you need to think about what you will need the crane for – is it for lifting an engine out of a car? moving heavy products around a warehouse? etc. It obviously isn't for raising an entire vehicle – you need an auto lift for that. Whatever your purpose, make sure that the specs of the gantry crane are able to handle the task you have set for it. Another consideration is that the space you are using the crane in will accommodate it. Check to make sure that the minimum height of the crane is not taller than the ceiling of your work space.
A third thing to think about when purchasing a crane, is what other products you will need to buy to complete the job. Most likely you will need a hoist, as well as a trolley. The final consideration is in regard to assembly. These cranes are heavy, and do not come pre-assembled.
If you would like to compare the specs of these cranes to the harbor freight one, you can check it out here.


Our skilled nursing facility in The Villages area is seeking a Clinical Educator. The qualified candidate will be a leader, and educator to our nursing staff. The Clinical Educator assesses training needs and plans in-service education and certification training programs, maintains staff development policies, implements new employee orientation, and other duties assigned. The ideal Clinical Educator will provide the best in patient care.
A full health benefits package including paid time off and 401k is included.
The qualified candidate selected will also receive a $5,000 sign-on bonus.
Must be a qualified licensed RN in good standing and currently licensed by the state of Florida.
Must have one year full-time experience as a licensed nurse providing direct resident care in a long term healthcare facility in addition to one year of experience in planning, implementing, and evaluating educational programs in the field of nursing is desired.
Demonstrates understanding of state and federal rules and regulations that govern the practices of the community.
Must be able to relate positively and favorably to members and families and to work cooperatively with other associates.