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Santuary Retreats
Enjoy extra on your safari getaway with Sanctuary Retreats' extended stay offer valid for 2018 and 2019, when you stay at one or more of Santuary's newly renovated properties:
Stay 4-6 nights & save up to 30%
Stay 7+ nights & save up to 40%
$3,550 - 4k
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The Bwindi Impenetrable Forest in southwest Uganda is home to just over half the world's last surviving mountain gorillas as well as our very own Sanctuary Gorilla Forest Camp. Comprising of just eight tents, it is one of the most remote and atmospheric camps in Africa.
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Game drives on Crater floor; walks within the lodge grounds; crater floor banquets; day trips to Olduvai Gorge and Shifting Sands; walking safaris
Black rhino, magnificently tusked elephants, flamingos, hyena, lion ETC.
$3,499- 4K
Tanzania beach & safari holiday – Deluxe rate. | 10 Days | Dar es Salaam, Selous, Zanzibar
The Best of South Africa Experience the dazzling beauty of Cape Town and the lush winelands, and a sublime safari experience in the Kruger National Park
10 Days, 9 Nights | From ZAR | Cape Town, Cape Winelands, Kruger National Park
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Available 1 May to 31 August
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Lion Recovery Fund: Our Strategy to Save Lions - Narrated by Leonardo DiCaprio
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Vintage African Travel Postcards
The Grevy's zebra (Equus grevyi), one of Africa's most endangered large mammals, has undergone a dramatic decline. Once occurring throughout large tracts of the Horn of Africa, the Grevy's zebra's range is now reduced to Kenya and Ethiopa. Over the past 30 years, the population has crashed from 15,000 to 2,500 with over 90% found in northern Kenya. Current threats to Grevy's zebra include loss of habitat, competition for resources with domestic livestock, poaching for meat and medicinal purposes, disease and drought.
With the support of the Saint Louis Zoo and others, the Grevy's Zebra Trust (GZT) was registered as an independent charitable wildlife conservation Trust based in Kenya in early 2007. Its mission is to conserve the endangered Grevy's zebra and its fragile habitat in partnership with communities. It operates in the Samburu and Marsabit Districts of Northern Kenya and provides technical support to Grevy's zebra conservation in Ethiopa.
The ban, and ivory smuggling. According to the American hunter Craig Boddington, elephant hunting was made illegal in Kenya in 1973 and all animal hunting without a permit in 1977. By the late 1970s, the elephant population was estimated around275,000, dropping to 20,000 in 1989. Many Aardvark Safaris' clients passing through Nairobi will visit the elephant orphanage founded by David's widow Daphne. The orphanage, whose aim is to release elephants back into the wild, is just one of the projects run by the trust and supports anti-poaching units, mobile vets, habitat rescue, conservation initiatives and community outreach. If you foster an elephant (approximately $50) you can visit by appointment at 5 pm when the elephants return to the stockades for the night.
Humans are pushing the mountain gorillas out of the wild and into extinction.
Fewer than 1,000 of these great apes remain in the wild. Even though the population is increasing the overall decline in eastern gorillas is averaging at 5 percent per year. The Grauer's gorilla population was previously estimated around 16,900 and dropped 77 percent to only 3,800. If this continues unabated, 93 percent of the eastern gorillas will be gone by 2054. For mountain gorillas, the biggest threats come from political instability, human encroachment, and forest degradation. Their sanctuary in Virunga National Park is fertile and rich in biodiversity making it one of the most populated regions in Africa. The Ellen Degeneres Wildlife Fund together with the Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund, in Rwanda along with local conservations are making strides to stop gorillas from extinction. "The first initiative of the Ellen DeGeneres Wildlife Fund is to help build a permanent home for Dian Fossey's organization, the Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund, in Rwanda. This campus will inspire and educate local communities and tourists, engage scientific and conservation trailblazers to share knowledge and provide a training ground for a new wave of African scientists committed to conservation."
The South African giraffe or Cape giraffe (Giraffa camelopardalis giraffa) is a subspecies of giraffe ranging fromSouth Africa, Namibia, Botswana, Zimbabwe, Mozambique. It has rounded or blotched spots, some with star-like extensions on a light tan background, running down to the hooves. Historical distribution has been fragmented through hunting, farming and disease (rinder-pest). However, today conserved populations are thriving and have been widely reintroduced to private ranches and game reserves.
african treats
Egg Sfinz, Libya
Sfinz is usually served for Friday breakfasts. Sfinz is a spongy fried bread that can be made plain and eaten with sweet toppings like date molasses and honey, or else fried with an egg.
Chakery (Thiakry), Gambia & Senegal
Traditional Thiakry is made with a millet, couscous with farmented milk and sugr. It is creamy, rich and amazingly delicious with a nice crunchy taste.
Strawberry-Dessert Tangier, Morocco
Try the Restaurant, Le Saveur De Poisson as seen on Anthony Bourdain's show,Parts Unknown .Fresh strawberries, raspberries, and pine nuts drizzled with honey.
Apple with Rambutan Cream, Zanzibar
Zanzibar apples served with Rambutan cream. Rambutan is an exotic fruit originating from Southeast Asia and then cultivated in other parts of the world.
Amarula Malva Pudding
A rich buttery syrup laden cake with an added saffa ingredient, Amarula.
Coconut Tart, Seychelles
Coconut tarts are popular, Seychelles being the coconut producer Island in Africa.
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marché Africa - souvenirs or Retail Therapy!
Beads were an for an acceptable currency form to exchange on African soil.. Many African Cultures use them for luxurious and unusual adornment. The classic traditions of African Adornment were finely crafted of gold, iron, ivory, and bone and other organic materials.
African Mask
African masks are the most popular pieces of African art.
They are also considered to be among the finest pieces in the world of art and are usually highly sought after. They are usually carved out of wood, although some are made of cloth and other materials.
African Arts Paintings
African art paintings splendidly capture the surrounding wildlife found within the continent, the different village scenes from everyday chores, tragic events, calamities, and pulsating ceremonial feats. Over time, the paintings not only served as artistic expressions but also some form of tribal communication of secret codes.
Today African textiles are being collected as pieces of art In the past however they were made not only for fashion but also to satisfy and provide pleasure for the wearer.The types of fabric and their use differ depending on the region and country in which they are made. The Akan tribes of Ghana and Ivory Coast used silk to make fabrics for kings and high ranking officials. Other forms of fabrics used included cotton and raffiawhich were less expensive and readily available.
Most jewelry in Morocco comes in high quality gold and silver. In the south, you can find some fabulous Berber necklaces and bracelets, very chunky and characterized by bold combinations of semiprecious (and sometimes plastic) stones and beads. Marrakech, Fes, Essaouira and Ouarzazate have particularly good jewelry souks. For gold jewelry, Fes is
Jewelry in Morocco
Pottery is colorful and often crudely made, however, the blue-and-white designs of Fes and the multicolored pots of Chefchaouen are very attractive. Morocco's major pottery center is located in Safi and boasts several shops filled with colorful plates, tajines, and garden pots. Safi tajines are generally more decorative. These earthenware tajines can also be found in any major city souks in Marrakech, Fes, Casablanca, Meknes, Ouarzazate or Tangier.
Wood and Pottery
Leather goods are of excellent quality in Morocco as they are hand dyed, most of natural vegetable dyes, sold in souks across the country and come in various shades of brown as well as hot pink, lime green, turquoise, ravishing reds, canary yellow and magenta. The classic item to purchase of leather in Morocco is babooshes (shoes) that are open at the heel, immensely comfortable, and produced in traditional yellow, white, red (for women) grey and black.
The best selection of leather goods can be found in Fes and Marrakesh.
Clothing, leather goods in Morocco
The making of pottery in Africa began around the 7th millennium BC and continues to this day in the various regions of the continent.
In most cases, pottery was made by women. Clay was worked on entirely by hand and shaped and fashioned into the desired shape. In other cases, the women would pour the clay into a mould made of pottery, wood or a calabash. Clay pots were and still are being used to cook food, store water and for various other food preparation functions.
Traditional wood carving and sculptures are universally common in all parts of Africa. Common carvings such as the ones depicting "The Great Five" (lion, buffalo, elephant, rhino, and leopard) are a good choice, no matter the size. Giraffes are an especially popular choice.
Hand-Carved Wooden Sculptures
For centuries African artists have used the tie dye technique to produce vivid fabrics for garments and home decor. Beginning with a base fabric, intricate patterns are deftly created by winding or tying string or small strips of grass to form a resist. After a cloth is fully tied it visits the dye bath where the tied areas form a resist against the new color.
Tie Dye & Batik
African baskets are usually made of different materials like grass, vines, leaves, raffia, papyrus etc. The techniques used are often quite complex and are similar to the methods used in textile weaving. They are used for a variety of different purposes ranging from women carrying harvested crops from the fields, food from the market, goods for sale and also for storage.
Traditional Basket Weaving
A majority of the carpets in Morocco are from Berber villages and woven rather then knotted on old broad loams. Some of the finer rugs with Arab designs can be found in Fes and Rabat. Moroccan rugs or kellims are particularly famous for their rich yarns and lustrous colors created from henna, indigo, saffron, and other organic elements.
Moroccan Carpets
Africa - THE NEW INVESTMENT FRONTIER!
Historically, Africa has been seen as a wild frontier for investors. However, today, the continent is brimming with investment potential. Violence and political strife has been replaced with strong economic growth in more than a few places. Africa features many attributes that put it on par with many other emerging market leaders like China and India.
Africa is blessed with abundant natural resources. It's a massive continent, equivalent to the land masses of Europe, the United States, India, China and Argentina combined. That means lots of arable land as well as huge, untapped mineral reserves. Africa's borders hold nearly 40% of earth's total gold reserves and 30% of its mineral deposits. Additionally, the continent features vast amounts of oil and natural gas, which are just now beginning to be exploited in places like Mozambique and Nigeria. All of this vast natural resource wealth has begun to finally trickle down to Africa's residents, as well.
Sub-Saharan Africa has around 29 stock exchanges representing 38 countries including two regional exchanges. These exchanges have a lot of disparity in terms of their size and trading volume. The continent has a handful of prominent exchanges and many new and small exchanges which are characterized by small trading volumes and few listed stocks. Efforts are being put by all countries to boost their exchanges by improving investor education and confidence, access to funds and make the procedures more transparent and standardized.
Africa's economies are currently growing at widely varying speeds, as falling commodity prices have led to a divergence between the growth rates of commodity-exporting and commodity-importing countries.
Africa's strongest economies over the last two years have included commodity-importing East African countries such as Tanzania, Ethiopia, Kenya and Rwanda, while the West African economies of Côte d'Ivoire and Senegal have also emerged as star performers.
Rapid population growth and urbanization are key drivers of property market activity across Sub-Saharan Africa. Its population is growing at a faster rate than that of any other global region and its demographic profile is both young and increasingly urbanized.
Microsoft is collaborating with education ministries in countries like Cape Verde, Cote d'Ivoire, Rwanda and Kenya to provide technology in teaching and learning process. It recently added Mozambique to its list to modernize the learning process in the country. At the summit, the company used the opportunity to launch its African Microsoft 365 education Solution. The Microsoft will be in a position to improve creativity, enhance teamwork, and provide the simple and safe user experience. Africa's classes are becoming more digital for instance in the recently held Innovation Africa Summit. Technology companies like Microsoft, IBM, HP, and Intel had a chance to showcase their digital classroom solutions in Maputo Mozambique which was attended by African education and technology stakeholders. Technology jobs for women are also on Africa on the rise
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TANZANIA/ZANZIBAR
Tanzania is home to the tallest mountain in the world, Mt. Kilimanjaro but also offers wonderful big cat viewing (lion, leopard, and cheetah), especially in the renowned Serengeti National Park and Ngorongoro Crater. Held on a high plateau between the volcanic crater of Ngorongoro in northern Tanzania and the Masai Mara Reserve, it is perhaps the quintessential African safari destination. Lions, cheetahs, and buffalo can be seen on the savanna in the south of the park, elephants, and giraffe in the woodland to the north, and huge Nile crocodiles and eagles in the swamps around the Grumeti River. Zanzibar, on the other hand, is the majestic spice island of the Indian Ocean. Zanzibar is famous for white sand beaches and pristine environment which make the country a leader for ecotourism. There's a myriad of activities you could indulge in and being an island, beach sports feature strongly. Windsurfing (including kite surfing), snorkeling, dhow cruises, kayaking, parasailing, and stand up paddle boarding can be enjoyed all the year round.
The main wildlife highlight in Tanzania is the annual wildebeest and zebra migration which can be seen in the Serengeti year round. The herds tend to settle on the short grass plains of the southern Serengeti in December after the November short rains have created fresh grass and filled seasonal drinking spots. The wildebeest calves in late January/early February on the open plains. Between late April and June, they drift westwards and north through the central and western Serengeti, before arriving in the northern Serengeti in late July. Many wildebeest will spend August to October across the border in Kenya's Masai Mara. In November the herds start to move south through the park to reach the southern plains. River crossings, when the herds 'swim the gauntlet' across the croc-filled Mara and Grumeti rivers, can be seen from June to early November. Other regions such as the Tarangire, Ruaha, and Katavi are also excellent for lion and leopard (cheetah are harder to find outside the Serengeti and Ngorongoro eco-system).
The Great Migration is the main seasonal wildlife highlight in Kenya. An annual wildebeest migration of more than two million antelopes and zebra crosses the border from Tanzania's Serengeti into neighboring Kenya. And while the Great Migration is truly staggering, safaris in the reserve are a breathtaking experience year round. The migration usually arrives in the Masai Mara in late July and stays until mid-late October. River crossings across the croc-filled Mara and Talek rivers when the herds 'swim the gauntlet,' are also big scenery during the great migration. Eland, the largest antelope, mix with the other giants – elephant, buffalo, hippo, and giraffe, usually under the gaze of the predator species – lion, leopard, cheetah, hyena, and crocodile.
While Kenya's safaris are indeed the main attraction almost always associated with the country, it still has at least one more place to give a different perspective to all visitors: Lamu Island. Part of the Lamu Archipelago in Kenya, the island is home to one of the best preserved Swahili settlements in East Africa.
Civilization in the island is concentrated in Lamu Town, which is characterized by simple structural forms enriched with verandas, inner courtyards, and elaborate details on wooden doors. It is a cultural tourist destination sprinkled with lessons about their civilization and reminiscence of generations gone by. The old town of Lamu Island is said to be the oldest and the best preserved Swahili settlement in East Africa, where the Muslim call to prayer wafts through narrow winding alleys, past elaborate merchant houses and donkey carts and around an old port town almost as it did back in the eighth century.
Morocco is often referred to as a cold country with a hot sun. The Best Time to visit on a Morocco Private Tour is spring and fall. Morocco's summers are exceptionally hot and winters can be chill to the bone. Morocco's ranges of climates greatly fluctuate due to the country's geographic location between Europe, Asia, and Africa. Morocco's unique weather patterns make it possible to find an ideal area to take a Morocco Tour year round, however, recommended months to experience Morocco fall between October and May. On a trip to Morocco, Marrakech is a must. The culturally exciting and magical city is located in central Morocco, just two hours north of the High Atlas Mountains. Its closeness to the mountains and Sahara sand dunes make winters extremely cold and summers unbearable for the average traveler.
Autumn and springtime are the chosen seasons to take advantage of the central region as temperatures fall in a blissful range of 68-75 degrees. Vacation in Tangier Morocco and discover this seaside city's rich history and culture. Tangier is the Moroccan port city. Sites like boasts Cape Spartel and the Caves of Hercules as two top Morocco Travel sites to visit. Casablanca or more affectionately known as Casa has a population of six million and is the largest city and port in Morocco. It's also the biggest city in the Maghreb and the sixth biggest city in the entire continent ofAfrica. Casablanca, the most famous name in Morocco Travel, is considered the economic capital of Morocco because it is the heart of Moroccan business. Rabat has a population 2 million, is the main university town and the capital of the Kingdom of Morocco. Fes is the fourth largest city in Morocco and also known as one of the ancient imperial cities). It is separated into three parts, Fès el Bali (the old, walled city), Fès -Jdid (new Fes, home of the Mellah), and the Ville Nouvelle (the French-created, newest section of Fes. The Medina of Fes el Bali is believed to be the largest contiguous car-free urban area in the world.
South Africa lives up to its unofficial motto, A World in One Country with diversity of habitat, from harsh desert and high mountains to dense woodland and coastal fynbos, home to an enormous variety of natural wildlife; from the classic 'big five' (lion, leopard, elephant, rhino and buffalo) to colorful birds and 'marine' species such as African penguins, whales, dolphins, seals, turtles and sharks. The Big Five, a term originally used by hunters to describe the most difficult animals to kill is a popular term among safari experts.
South Africa is known for offering fantastic big-game viewing and various private reserves such as Sabi Sands, Timbavati, Madikwe, and Phinda are the best places in Africa to view the 'big five' in a short period of time. The animals are very habituated to vehicles, allowing superb photo opportunities. In particular, Sabi Sands is amazing for leopard viewing, whilst Timbavati is home to a lion population with a recessive gene, making it one of the few places in the world where you can see 'white lions' in the wild. The Lodges at Ulusaba and Shambala Private Game Reserve, you can get the Big Five–viewing experience without the crowds.
Kruger Park is South Africa's most exciting African safari destination. Steeped in legend and history, the iconic Kruger National Park in South Africa is waiting for you to explore its vast landscapes and spectacular African wildlife. The Kruger Park is an all year round destination, with each season bringing its own highlights. Whatever time you decide to safari in the Kruger National Park - you will not be disappointed.
Game viewing can be at its best during the dry winters months, however, the wet summer season brings full waterholes, lush bushveld, many newborn wildlife and the summer migrant birds arrive.
The Kruger Park has a hot, sub-tropical climate and most of the year it is hot during the day (above 25 ° C).
Uganda offers a spectacular site for gorilla tracking. Tracking mountain gorillas through the dense African forests is a magical experience. Typically, tracking can take from 3 to 8 hours and requires some agility and fitness; however, all fitness levels can be accommodated and no one should feel deterred from missing this once in a lifetime experience. Both Uganda and Rwanda offer some of the world's best bird watching, with a vast diversity of bird species. Uganda has over 1,000 bird species with 150 found only in Uganda.
UNESCO Heritage sites such as the Bwindi Impenetrable National Park located on the border of plain and mountain forests, the park in south-western Uganda is home to over 160 species of trees, over a hundred species of ferns, and various species of birds and butterflies. Many endangered species are within its boundaries as well, including the mountain gorilla.
The Rwenzori Mountains National Park, covering most of the Rwenzori Mountains, including Mount Margherita, Africa's third-highest peak, the park features glaciers, waterfalls, and lakes in an Alpine landscape. It also features various endangered species and unusual flora.
Egypt lives up to being the land of the Pharaohs and home to the Nile river. Mystical and timeless, Egypt is the ancient civilization that still lives today making it one of the most spectacular destinations in the world. The Egyptian pyramids hardly need an introduction – they are the only surviving member of the ancient Seven Wonders of the World, and the most widely-recognised monuments in Africa. The antiquity of these massive structures – the tombs of pharaohs - is simply mind-boggling: the first of the great pyramids – the world's earliest stone monument – was built at Saqqara in 2650 BC – more than 4,650 years ago! Nearby the ancient capital Memphis was built around 3,100 BC, symbolically located at the spot where the Nile Delta meets the river valley, thus serving as a bridge, unifying the lands of Upper and Lower Egypt. Today, it is a tiny village 24 km south of Cairo, and about 3 km from the most ancient of the pyramids at Saqqara.
The magnificent monuments of Ancient Thebes stand proudly near the banks of the Nile around the modern city of Luxor in Upper Egypt, about 500 km south of Cairo. They include the Temples of Luxor and Karnak within the city, and the Colossi of Memnon, the temples of Deir al-Bahri and Medinat Habu and the concealed tombs of the Valleys of the Kings and Queens on the west bank.
Considered a cradle of civilisation, Ancient Egypt saw some of the earliest developments of writing, agriculture, urbanisation, organised religion and central government. Iconic monuments such as the Giza Necropolis and its Great Sphinx, as well the ruins of Memphis, Thebes, Karnak, and the Valley of the Kings, reflect this legacy and remain a significant focus of scientific and popular interest. Egypt's long and rich cultural heritage is an integral part of its national identity, which has endured, and often assimilated, various foreign influences including Greek, Persian, Roman, Arab, Ottoman, and Nubian.
Hailed as the "cradle of humanity," Ethiopia boasts a human history that dates back millions of years. The Lower Valley of the Omo is in the remote southwest corner of Ethiopia, close to the border with Kenya, in the Great Rift Valley. The site is of immense importance for its hominid fossils, which have contributed immeasurably to our understanding of human origins. These fossils include the remains of Homo gracilis and Australopithicines, as well as the earliest known bone fragments of Homo sapiens, dating from 195,000 years ago. In addition there are rich beds of other mammal fossils. Ethiopia is also home to the mythical volcanoe Erta ale. Erta Ale is one of the four permanent lava lakes on the planet, located in the Danakil Depression (or Afar Depression) in the Afar Region of northeastern Ethiopia.
The fortified historic town of Harar is situated on a low plateau on the eastern flank of the Great Rift Valley, about 50 km south-east of Dire Dawe. It is a walled Muslim city, said to be the fourth holiest city of Islam, with 82 mosques and 102 shrines dating back as far as the 10th century. The city walls were completed in the 16th century, and it served as capital of the Harari Kingdom from 1520 to 1568, becoming an independent emirate in the 17th century.
Today, the town is particularly noted for the architecture of its townhouses, packed within the city walls with 368 narrow alleyways providing access. Its urban fabric combines traditional African and Islamic elements in a unique way, with the infusion of Indian immigrants at the end of the 19th century adding a further dimension to the architectural character of the town.
The Democratic Republic of Congo is home to Mountain Gorillas in Africa. The country has both Lowland and Mountain Gorillas. Gorilla Trekking safaris in Congo are becoming popular worldwide. The country is safe and open to all International visitors. The critically endangered mountain gorillas are found in Virunga National Park, accessed from Kisoro town in South western Uganda. Kisoro town (Near by town to the Boarder) is 2-3 hour drive from Kigali in Rwanda, and 6-8 hours from kampala (Uganda's Capital). Virunga National Park which is also a UNESCO Heritage site. This park is located in the eastern side of democratic Republic of Congo and boarders both Uganda and Rwanda. The park covers an area of 7800 km2 and is home to over 200 gorilla individuals mostly situated in the southern part of the park.
The mountain gorillas in Virunga national park can be visited anytime during the year, however some paths are hard to navigate during the wet seasons of (May/April and November & October), in this season, Congo gorilla trekking permits are reduced. Other months are okay for gorilla trekking since it's a dry season.
Botswana is home to a very wide range of wildlife, from the great herbivores and elusive predators to the smaller antelopes, colorful birds, reptiles and nocturnal species. The varied habitats of Botswana and the variety of different activities on offer allow visitors on safari to enjoy a very wide-ranging game-viewing experience. Big cat viewing is excellent, with lion and leopard prevalent through all regions, and cheetah thriving in the Okavango, Linyanti, central Kalahari and Tuli Block regions. Night drives are especially productive for leopard sightings, as well as some of the smaller cats such as serval and African wildcat.
Elephants favor the mopane and mixed woodland which stretches across much of northern Botswana and gather in huge numbers during the dry season when water sources are most limited. Boat cruises on the Chobe River are especially productive for elephant viewing and photography. In the Okavango Delta, elephant-back safaris and specialist 'elephant interaction' experiences are possible. Mashatu is also excellent for elephant.
Botswana is arguably the best country in Africa to see wild dogs in the wild. The Okavango Delta and Chobe National Park are home to several packs of wild dogs, though it is perhaps the Linyanti region where sightings are most regular. Chobe is situated within the vast Okavango Delta, where the Okavango River cuts into the Kalahari Desert and spreads out across the surrounding landscape, creating a unique array of eco-systems which are contained in this national park. Lush floodplains covered with thick woodland run into lagoon-dotted marshland, while a hot and dry grassy hinterland takes up the remaining space. A dense concentration of creatures inhabits this varied terrain, including over 50,000 elephants, zebra, eland, giraffes, cheetahs and brown hyena, running through it all is the brilliant blue of the Okavango River, a hub for the region's wildlife and a birdwatcher's paradise.
Rwanda is the land of a thousand hills. Rwanda has the most established sites for gorilla trekking and tracking, thanks to the Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund. Tracking mountain gorillas through the dense African forests is a magical experience. In September 1967, Dr. Dian Fossey established the Karisoke Research Center in Rwanda's Virunga Mountains and set in motion one of the longest-running studies of any animal species anywhere in the world. The Fossey fund has 50 years of successful conservation work in saving gorillas based on a holistic model with four key parts: direct, daily protection of gorillas; scientific research on gorillas and their ecosystems; educating the next generation of scientists and conservationists in Africa; and helping local people with basic needs, so that communities can thrive and work together with the fund. The Ellen DeGeneres Wildlife Fund on the other hand, is to help build a permanent home for Dian Fossey's organization, the Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund, in Rwanda. This campus will inspire and educate local communities and tourists, engage scientific and conservation trailblazers to share knowledge and provide a training ground for a new wave of African scientists committed to conservation.
Gorilla trekking is the most favorite activity in volcanoes national park attracting roughly 80 people, on a daily basis to have a face-to-face interaction with the endangered gorillas. Volcanoes national park has a total of 10 gorilla groups, which have been habituated. The experience of trekking each of gorilla groups is different from the other in terms of size, history and the location.
Volcanoes National Park, also track the fast moving golden monkeys, a face to face interaction with the wild chimpanzees, hike the Volcanoes, get yourself immersed in the culture and traditions of the Rwandan people. Also, has over 700 bird species and is home to the second highest number of Albertine endemics in the Albertine region.
Namibia is predominantly a desert country and the range of wildlife that can be seen throughout much of the country reflects this. Species best adapted to the desert conditions include oryx, springbok, ostrich, bat-eared fox, black-backed jackal, meerkat and Hartmanns mountain zebra. Nocturnal species (only likely to be seen on night drives) can include shy creatures such as Brown hyaena, Cape fox, aardvark, aardwolf and caracal.
In the north-west of the country, in particular northern Damaraland and southern
Kaokoland, desert elephant and desert rhino survive in surprisingly harsh conditions. Rhino are more limited in their range but ongoing conservation efforts are continually extending their protected habitat. It is possible to track black rhino on foot, a rewarding and potentially thrilling experience.
In Etosha National Park, a wide range of wildlife can be enjoyed. In particular, the floodlit waterhole at Okaukuejo Restcamp is very productive in the evenings, with many rhino visiting to drink in the dry season. Lion will also use the waterhole as an 'ambush point' during the height of the dry season when game has little choice but to drink there. The elephant are particularly large, and Etosha is also home to the rare black-faced Impala. At first glance, Etosha in Namibia looks an odd choice for a safari, especially during the bone-dry winter months when most travelers visit. Its primary feature is a vast salt pan shimmering in the bright sun, fringed by grasslands, camel thorn trees and waterholes. But these waterholes draw a breathtaking variety of wildlife, including some of Africa's biggest elephants, endangered black rhinos, zebra, wildebeest and antelope among many other species. Lions roam the surrounding grasslands and there's also a good chance of seeing cheetahs and leopards.
In the short summer rainy season, Etosha becomes a verdant oasis and a haven for birdlife, with flocks of flamingos drawn to the glimmering pools of algae. In Etosha, there is a vagrant blue crane population. The different regions offer very specific and individual birding opportunities.
Zambia is home to an abundance of wildlife, from the great herbivores and elusive predators to rarer antelopes, colorful birds and more unusual nocturnal species.
Whilst there are healthy lion populations in all major parks, it is fantastic leopard viewing that Zambia is best known for, especially in the South Luangwa and Lower Zambezi national parks. Cheetah can be found in Kafue, principally around the Busanga Plains, and in recent years wild dogs have been making a reasonable recovery throughout the major parks, but you should not 'expect' to see either species. South Luangwa hosted Africa's first walking safaris, which continue today and are an incredibly immersive way to experience the bush: smell the baked earth, hear trumpeting elephants and watch hard-working dung beetles as you in stroll this life-filled wilderness.
The mighty Zambezi Rivers of Zambia are home to a wide range of birds and huge populations of hippo and crocodile, whilst also attracting large numbers of buffalo and elephant. The wetland region of Bangweulu is home to vast numbers of black lechwe, whilst the Kafue lechwe is found in Lochinvar. Both regions have significant numbers of water birds, including Shoebill in Bangweulu. It is a raw, pristine, glorious wilderness, the private game reserve of the Zambian President until 1983 and so protected from the ravages of early unregulated tourism. It's a prettier area than South Luangwa, its landscape carpeted with thick grasslands and supporting leafy clusters of leadwoods, ebonies, acacias and figs. The valley's main predators are lions, leopards and spotted hyenas, while crocodiles lurk in the Zambezi's slow-moving water.
Birding is superb in Zambia, with approximately 750 species recorded. Particular highlights include the rare shoebill found exclusively in the Bangweulu Swamps, the endemic Chaplin's barbet, and Pels fishing owl, found in both Luangwa and Lower Zambezi national parks.
Senegal is known as the "Gateway to Africa" due to its location on the westernmost point of the continent and served by multiple air and maritime travel routes. Also, the city Dakar, is the most westerly point on mainland Africa, meaning it's the last place on the continent to see sunrise and sunset. Senegal is one of the key economic hubs in West Africa and also one of the most stable. The Senegalese capital, Dakar, is a vibrant city famous for its nightlife, lively markets and rich musical culture. The country boasts one of the most varied music scenes in Africa. Mbalax, French jazz, American funk and hip-hop, and percussion-based genres all thrive in the country, and Senegal's many musical exports include Youssou N'Dour, Baba Maal, Daara J and Akon. In what is probably one of the world's most original recycling projects, the seafood-loving Senegalese have made an island out of millions of mollusk shells. Houses, pathways and even graveyards on Fadiouth are made from seashells, which crunch under your feet wherever you walk.
Senegal was used as a filming location for the seminal surf movie, The Endless Summer, Senegal is claiming the top spot as one of the best places to g surfing in Africa. N'gor Island Surf Camp, an Endless Summer-styled retreat attracts surfers from all corners of life. Birdwatchers flock to the shores of Senegal, in particular, the Unesco Heritage site, Saloum Delta, which is one of the best places to go twitching in the country. "On a sailing trip across the delta, I watched fish leap out the water, their scales shimmering in the setting sun," recalled Telegraph Travel's Gavin Haines, who visited recently. "This was a dangerous game: Goliath herons, kingfishers, pink-backed pelicans and myriad other birds were waiting hungrily above the water to pick them off."
The Gambia is well known as the "smiling coast of Africa," simply because of her friendly and hospitality towards people from all parts of the world and her beautiful prestine beaches. The River Gambia is a major tourist attraction and a dominant feature running through the heart of the country. The Gambia coastline borders the Atlantic Ocean. The Gambia provides some spectacular opportunities for birdwatching. With over 540 species and everything in relatively close proximity, you don't have to travel far to see some fascinating birdlife; you'll even find a whole host of exotic species in your hotel gardens. "The Gambia remains a top birding destination. Easily accessible, affordable and packed with a range of exciting species, it's a great place to get an introduction to African birds or snap some super photographs. The guides are brilliant, the people are friendly, the hotels and food are good and the sun shines. That's why I go back for more every year!" saya Chris Packham, BBC Presenter.
Since the early 1990s, the growing popularity for recreational fishing has now made The Gambia one of the most sought after fishing holiday destinations in the world. The Gambian beaches play host to the Masterline International Beach Fishing Festival every year and for good reason, the surf casting is excellent during the period from October through to May and beach fishermen can expect to take Large Guitarfish, Stingrays, Captain fish, Jack Crevalle, Cassava, Groupers and many more.
The Gambia's climate is a sub-tropical climate with two variations of distinct dry and rainy seasons. The dry season generally starts in October and ends around mid-June each year. The best time of the year to go on holiday to Gambia is between early November to early April, when the beaches are a lot more pleasant for sunbathing.
The pearl of the Indian Ocean, Mozambique boasts 2 500 km (1 550 miles) of pristine beachfront on the mainland, with a string of beautiful and idyllic tropical islands, glittering like jewels in the warm, azure waters of the Indian Ocean.
Soft, white sand beaches lined with coconut palms stretch as far as the eye can see. Mozambique has remained an exclusive destination as many of its islands and mainland beaches are isolated and secluded, offering travellers the ultimate escape. There are no golf courses or shopping malls here, but the unspoiled natural beauty and rich marine life has pushed the country to the top of the list for honeymooners, scuba divers and water sport fanatics. Azure waters, bountiful marine life and idyllic accommodation await those visiting the five islands that make up Mozambique's Bazaruto Archipelago. Declared a National Park in 1971, the islands include Santa Carolina, Bangué, Benguerra Island, Magaruque, and Bazaruto. The waters that lap the archipelago are filled to the brim with an array of reef fish, sea turtles and game fish. An assortment of endangered marine life have also been documented here such as whale sharks, manta rays, leatherback turtles, humpback whales and the very rare dugong.
The magnificent Quirimbas National Park offers nature lovers the opportunity to explore a vast expanse of enchanted forest. The Quirimbas boast enormous cultural and historical value. The islands represent a melting-pot of Portuguese, Arabian and African influences, while historic landmarks such as the old fort on Ibo Island tell tales of slavery, pirates and the ominous ivory trade.
A pleasant time to visit Mozambique is between May and October. This is the winter, when days are dry, sunny and not too hot – daytime temperatures reach 28ºC (82ºF). The rainy season occurs in summer, when temperatures can rise to 35ºC (95º).
From the Northeast to the East coast of the red island, go on a 4×4 raid to discover the "Magic Triangle" of Madagascar. If you are into adventure and learning about species that you will never find anywhere else, Madagascar is your island break. Start your tour tasting seafood on the idyllic beaches of Nosy Be, then go fishing in the deep waters off the Emerald Sea, to finally finish your tour by discovering a plantation of vanilla from Madagascar, cocoa, and tropical fruits in the region of SAVA. You will meet adventure and fine cuisine at every step of your trip.
The fauna and flora of Madagascar are considered by every scientist as being a nature sanctuary as well as the cradle of endemic species of the island. There are unique species such as seven different types of baobabs, 19,000 plant species, and more than 100,000 of species of fauna. Some have attributed this uniqueness to its isolated location in the middle of the Indian Ocean. This bountiful and colorful journey awaits you. You will also enjoy meeting the emblematic species of Madagascar, Lemurs. Lemurs are a monkey species endemic to Madagascar. They are five families atypical monkey species found only on the "Great Island." They can be found in National Parks, natural reserves, Tsimbazaza Zoo, or in their natural habitat, the rainforest. There are more than 100 species of lemurs and new species are still being discovered, such as the dwarf lemur of Ankarana.
Most of the tourists visit the "Golden Triangle" of Timbuktu–Djenné–Dogon Country (also known as "Cliff of Bandiagara–Land of the Dogon"), three World Heritage Sites classified by UNESCO between 1988 and 1989. Located 750 km to the northeast of Bamako, this large mountain range reaches 1155 m at its peak, Mount Hombori. Due to the high cliffs surrounding its summit plateau, Mount Hombori is home to unique unspoiled vegetation and fauna, which have been preserved from pasture and agriculture. With more than 150 species on only around 1.5 km2, Mount Hombori is a refuge for various plants requiring higher levels of rainfall such as the rare Gloriosa superba, Amorphophallus aphyllus and Bombax costatum, and those occurring only in rocky areas such as Enteropogon rupestris, Kalanchoe lanceolata and Lannea humilis (Kissling and Renaud, 2008). More specifically, Mount Hombori houses several plants considered useful or medicinal which are now rare in, or have completely disappeared from, the Hombori region (Kissling et al., 2005), thus representing a unique opportunity to conserve in vivo both those species and their associated knowledge.
As one of the wonders of Africa, and one of the most unique religious buildings in the world, the Great Mosque of Djenné, in present-day Mali, is also the greatest achievement of Sudano-Sahelian architecture (Sudano-Sahelian refers to the Sudanian and Sahel grassland of West Africa). It is also the largest mud-built structure in the world. Djenné was founded between 800 and 1250 C.E., and it flourished as a great center of commerce, learning, and Islam, which had been practiced from the beginning of the 13th century. Soon thereafter, the Great Mosque became one of the most important buildings in town primarily because it became a political symbol for local residents and for colonial powers like the French who took control of Mali in 1892. Over the centuries, the Great Mosque has become the epicenter of the religious and cultural life of Mali, and the community of Djenné. It is also the site of a unique annual festival called the Crepissage de la Grand Mosquée (Plastering of the Great Mosque).
The island also call "another world" which couldn't be more true because once you landed in the country you know for sure you are in another world. Perhaps it could be the cool breeze from the Indian Ocean, or the immaculate white sands and welcoming clear blue water; whatever it is this spectacular country is also home to a vibrant diversity of cultures that will truly inspire you and fuel your imagination. If you wish to experience exotic and rare plant and animal life as well as stunning palm fringed beaches and clear turquoise waters and exotic marine life, Seychelles is truly a paradise island that should be on your bucket list. These are just some of the many factors that make this nation such a sought-after paradise for holidaymakers and investors alike.
Seychelles is a dream destination for all the newlyweds! Romantic Getaway, Luxury accommodations in the midst of unspoiled nature facing a clear blue sea, walking on long white sandy beaches with your lover watching while an amazing sunset this is why honeymoon in Seychelles are so popular. When it comes to seeking luxury, Seychelles islands Seychelles has a wealth of beautiful options. Whether you want white-glove service in the tropics or a Robinson Crusoe experience with expert catering, Just Seychelles knows where to find it. Set like rare jewels in sparkling topaz seas, the islands of the Seychelles make up one of the world's most precious natural wonders. Prince William and Kate Middleton spent their honeymoon on the Seychelles islands.
Located at the northern entrance of the Mozambique Channel, between the eastern shore of the continent and the island of south east, Comoros island is a four major island volcanic and perfume archipelago. The northwestern most and largest island of the four is Grande Comore (Ngazidja), then Mohéli (Mwali), Anjouan (Nzwani), and southeastern most Mayotte (Maore). Mayotte, however, has never been administered by an independent Comoros government and continues to be administered by France. There are also several small islands. The capital city Moroni, is located at the western edge of the island of Grande Comore. The islands are volcanic in origin and their highest peak, Mt. Kartala at 2,360 meters (7,743 feet), is an active volcano located near the southern tip of the island of Grande Comore. In the center of Grande Comore lies a desert lava field. This beautiful island is an ecological and perfume paradise. If you want to have an enchanting experience with beautiful coastlines, clear blue water, a sight of various ecological species and sweet scents of perfume that you will not find anywhere else, Comoros is your ideal destination.
Anjouan is called "the Perfume Island" because of the quality and quantity of the islands fragrant agricultural products which include ylang-ylang, jasmine, basil, cloves, vanilla, coffee and more. Like vanilla and cloves, ylang ylang is a potentially lucrative crop that is subject to volatile markets. The yellow flower has a strong, sweet fragrance which is used in perfumes, soaps and other toiletries.
The south of the island has more to offer tourists, this is where the southern slope of Mount Ntrigui is found, between Moya and Foumbani. The fauna and flora is rich and diverse in Pomoni including species such as aquatic plants and garlands forests where you will find the Livingstone fruit bats and lemurs, (check out the island o Madagascar for details on Lemurs).


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Luca Anthony Hoole (born 2 June 2002) is a Welsh professional footballer who plays as a  full-back or centre-back for Bristol Rovers and the Wales national under-21 football team.

Club career

Bristol Rovers
Hoole attended Ysgol Gyfun Gwynllyw, a Welsh language school in Pontypool. In 2014, Hoole joined the Bristol Rovers academy. In April 2018, Bristol Rovers confirmed Hoole had signed a scholarship with the club. On 3 September 2019, Hoole made his debut for Bristol Rovers in a 1–1 EFL Trophy draw against Plymouth Argyle.

Taunton Town (loan)
On 30 October 2020, Hoole joined Taunton Town on a one-month loan deal. Taunton played one match, a match that Hoole was not registered in time to feature in, before football was suspended on account of the lockdown measures brought in for COVID-19.

Breakthrough at Bristol Rovers
After impressing for the club in pre-season, Hoole made his league debut on the opening day of the 2021–22 season, impressing in the right-back position during a 2–1 away defeat to Mansfield Town. On 29 January 2022, Hoole received a first sending off of his career as he received two bookings in the space of five first-half minutes as ten-man Rovers scored a last-minute winner to defeat Walsall. In February 2022, Hoole signed a new two-year extension to his contract. Following a 4–0 thrashing of Stevenage, Rovers' manager Joey Barton said that Hoole had made the right-back position his own having dipped in and out of the team earlier in the season. On 26 February 2022, Hoole scored a first senior goal with the opener in a 1–1 draw with Exeter City. Hoole's first senior season ended with Rovers overtaking Northampton Town on the final day of the season to gain automatic promotion by goals scored, a dramatic 7–0 victory over Scunthorpe United securing this feat.

Ahead of the 2022–23 season, Hoole featured for the club in pre-season in a less familiar centre-back role, impressing as Rovers defeated Championship side Stoke City. For the first match of the new season, Hoole continued in this role with defensive partner James Connolly as Rovers fell to a late 2–1 defeat against Forest Green Rovers. As the season developed, he began to find himself out of favour at the club and suffered from low confidence, however an impressive return to the first-team in December leading manager Barton to claim that he could one day captain the side.

International career
On 13 November 2019, Hoole made his debut for Wales under-19's in a 3–0 win against Poland U19.

In May 2022, Hoole was called up to the Wales U21 team for the first time for the final 2023 U21 European Championship qualifiers against the Netherlands and Gibraltar. Hoole made his debut in the second of the two matches, coming off of the bench with fifteen minutes left as Wales finished their campaign with a 2–0 win.

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References

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Living people
Association football defenders
Footballers from Newport, Wales
Welsh footballers
Wales youth international footballers
Wales under-21 international footballers
Bristol Rovers F.C. players
Taunton Town F.C. players
English Football League players

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As far as Australian punk is concerned, Downer Edition not only shatters the boundaries applied by that descriptor, it does so with the lushest attack conceivable. Like their (admitted) influence, the enigmatic Ohio legends of obscurity, V3, seldom has the f*** word been sung (repeatedly) in such a believable and poetic manner. The visceral pounding of melodies throughout the album transforms their inspirations; desperation, neuroses, trauma, survival, hooliganism, violence, hope, rejuvenation, and their hometown of Sydney's full architectural and social scope - from a realm of intangibility to the very, very tangible. In the words of Mitch, "We're influenced by Sydney as a whole, whether it be the hot and muggy concrete streets of the West and South West, the "glorious beaches" of South Sydney, the racial tensions left over from the putrid Cronulla riots of 2006, the pompous and superficial fake tan/ bleached teeth combo suburbs of Bondi, as well as Sydney's iconography: The Harbour, the Bridge, the Opera House, Kings Cross. All the desperation embedded in and around these areas, including the eternal influx of troubled people looking to get into trouble, is our experience and main influence." Unified on 'RBB,' ruminating on '92', chasing the escape on 'Rave Slave,' and unwillingly defiant on 'Warrior,' Downer Edition reaches past the wild ride of Dogging - this truly is the album that Low Life have been threatening to make for nearly a decade. Downer Edition is out now on Goner Records in North America, Alter in Europe, and Cool Death in Australia.


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Q: save a number from one webpage on the server side and being able to retrieve it i have a website for E-invoice. I'm trying to find the best way where i can retrieve a number "in my case the invoice number" and when creating a new invoice the old number will be saved somewhere and retrieved to be +1.
for now i know that i can't use cookies or session of course and i can't use HTML5 local storage to save the last invoice number and i know that it have to be something on the server side.
can i use xml or save the value in a text file then retrieve it? can anyone please inform me of the best approach to do this.

A: here a possible solution (untested)
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Caption: Relating to the authority of the governing body of a local authority to impose a civil penalty for certain violations recorded by an automated traffic control system or a photographic traffic signal enforcement system; providing a civil penalty.
Author: Keough, Mark | et. al.
Caption: Relating to certain costs associated with certain court proceedings for cruelly treated animals; authorizing fees and costs.
Author: Farrar, Jessica
Committees: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence | Criminal Justice
Caption: Relating to information publicly available in a state court document database; authorizing a fee.
Author: Clardy, Travis | et. al.
Caption: Relating to jury summons questionnaires.
Author: Neave, Victoria
Caption: Relating to the powers and compensation of criminal law magistrates in Tarrant County.
Author: Capriglione, Giovanni
Sponsor: Burton, Konni
Committees: Criminal Jurisprudence | State Affairs
Caption: Relating to the operation and administration of the Walker County Court at Law.
Author: Bailes, Ernest
Caption: Relating to the repeal of certain statutes allowing a county attorney or commissioners court to accept gifts or grants to finance or assist the operation of the office of county attorney.
Author: Lang, Mike
Last Action: Considered in Calendars
Caption: Relating to the civil jurisdiction of a justice court.
Caption: Relating to the elimination of any preference given to cases and proceedings by the statutory county courts of Hidalgo County.
Caption: Relating to the salary of a bailiff in El Paso County.
Author: Ortega, Evelina "Lina" | et. al.
Caption: Relating to the appointment of a bailiff by district courts and county courts at law in Bowie County.
Author: VanDeaver, Gary
Last Action: Received from the House
Caption: Relating to jurisdiction of the county courts in certain counties.
Author: Frank, James
Caption: Relating to the operation and administration of and practice in courts in the judicial branch of state government.
Author: Smithee, John
Caption: Relating to the creation of magistrates in certain counties.
Caption: Relating to a defendant's right to appeal from a judgment or conviction in a municipal court of record.
Author: Kacal, Kyle
Caption: Relating to simultaneous translation from English to Spanish of certain hearings and meetings held by a committee of the legislature, the governing body of a municipality, or the commissioners court of a county.
Author: González, Mary
Committees: Government Transparency & Operation
Caption: Relating to the 32nd Judicial District Juvenile Board.
Author: Lambert, Stan | et. al.
Committees: Corrections | Criminal Justice
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Caption: Relating to the 1st Multicounty County Court at Law.
Committees: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence | Administration
Caption: Relating to the jurisdiction of the statutory county courts of Potter County in family law matters.
Author: Price, Four
Sponsor: Seliger, Kel
Committees: Juvenile Justice & Family Issues | State Affairs
Caption: Relating to the creation of a county court at law in Grimes County.
Author: Schubert, Leighton
Caption: Relating to the county courts at law in Hidalgo County.
Author: Longoria, Oscar
Caption: Relating to the jurisdiction of the statutory county courts of Hidalgo County.
Caption: Relating to the composition of the Comal County Juvenile Board.
Author: Biedermann, Kyle
Last Action: Comm. report sent to Local & Consent Calendar
Caption: Relating to the appointment of bailiffs by the district court and county courts at law in Wise County.
Author: King, Phil
Caption: Relating to the creation of County Court at Law No. 6 of Fort Bend County.
Author: Zerwas, John
HR 2528 (85th R.S.)
Caption: Suspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction, H.B. No. 555.
Author: Clardy, Travis
Last Action: Filed
SB 259 (85th R.S.)
Author: Huffines, Don
Sponsor: Neave, Victoria
Caption: Relating to the availability on the Internet of reports of political contributions and expenditures filed in connection with certain county judicial offices.
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Caption: Relating to the jurisdiction of county and justice courts in civil matters.
Caption: Relating to a review of state laws requiring an action or proceeding to be brought in Travis County or a Travis County court.
Author: Birdwell, Brian
Committees: Business & Commerce
Last Action: Referred to Business & Commerce
Caption: Relating to the filing fee imposed in civil cases in Hidalgo County and Cameron County.
Author: Hinojosa, Juan
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Caption: Relating to the establishment of a guardianship court pilot program.
Caption: Relating to the abolishment of the County Court at Law No. 3 of Dallas County, County Court at Law No. 4 of Dallas County, and County Court at Law No. 5 of Dallas County and the transfer of cases to the County Court at Law No. 1 of Dallas County and County Court at Law No. 2 of Dallas County.
SB 1039 (85th R.S.)
Caption: Relating to the filing requirements for certain documents in mental health cases.
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Committees: Health & Human Services
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Caption: Relating to the creation of an additional judicial district in Denton County and the jurisdiction of certain county criminal courts in Denton.
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Caption: Relating to a writ of mandamus by a court of appeals against certain judges.
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Sponsor: Thompson, Senfronia
Sponsor: Ortega, Evelina "Lina"
Caption: Relating to the operation and administration of and practice in courts in the judicial branch of state government; increasing a fee.
Author: Huffman, Joan
Sponsor: Smithee, John
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Caption: Relating to filing fees imposed in civil cases in Hidalgo County, Cameron County, and Willacy County.
Caption: Relating to the creation of an additional county court at law in Hidalgo County.
Caption: Relating to the administrative judicial regions in this state.
Author: Birdwell, Brian | et. al.
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Sponsor: VanDeaver, Gary
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Associate or Full Professor & Associate Director of the Northwest Health Education and Research Outcomes Network
Washington State University Pullman
Pullman, Washington
Location: Pullman, Washington
280-NN_FACULTY - Associate Professor
Additional Titles:
290-NN_FACULTY - Professor
MET PARK, WSU SPOKANE CAMPUS
Faculty - Academic - Not OT Eligible
Job Description Summary
Washington State University (WSU) Health Sciences and the Department of Medical Education and Clinical Sciences of the Elson S. Floyd College of Medicine invite applications for a dynamic and engaged Associate or Full Professor passionate about community health and health equity.
This position full-time, 12-month tenure-track position is administratively in either Seattle or Spokane, WA. The faculty member's primary responsibility will be as the Associate Director of the Northwest Health Education and Research Outcomes Network (NW HERON), a practice-based research network (PBRN) housed in the Institute for Research and Education to Advance Community Health (IREACH). NW HERON explicitly focuses on rural, tribal, and other underserved communities and the practices serving them in Washington, and neighboring regions. PBRNs are groups of primary care providers and practices working together to address health and health care priorities. Together, clinicians, patients, and academic researchers in PBRNs nationwide conduct breakthrough research on solutions to neglected and unaddressed aspects of primary care, improving the day-to-day delivery of health care. Successful academic research with PBRN partnerships requires faculty with the training and experience to conduct multi-site studies with diverse clinic and community partners, and who possess deep personal commitment to advancing health equity and social justice.
Several units within WSU including the College of Medicine and IREACH have partnered with regional health care facilities to establish NW HERON. Aligned with the land-grant missions of WSU and the College of Medicine, NW HERON aims to enhance the health and health care of residents of our state and region, especially rural, tribal, and other underserved populations. NW HERON has enjoyed rapid growth since 2019: today it has 200 clinical sites - 12 tribal partners - affiliated with the College of Medicine through memoranda of agreement. The team now includes the director, a tribal liaison, an operations manager, 2 research study staff, and co-research directors. Our new faculty member will augment existing personnel and resources within NW HERON to accelerate the pace of cutting-edge science focused on health equity and justice in Washington and across the United States. In the last year NW HERON has garnered $1.7 million in funding and has $13 million in funding pending. NW HERON is therefore poised to become an influential PBRN with the potential to facilitate groundbreaking health disparities research in service of rural, Native, and other minority communities.
The faculty member will work both on existing programs, grants, and centers; and will be fully supported to develop new areas of research aligned with his or her interests and ongoing research, primarily within the scope of NW HERON. The new hire will receive support and mentoring as needed to rapidly build connections with rural and tribal PBRN partners, to collaborate with WSU researchers and Extension faculty, and to pursue extramural funding to expand WSU's rural health research portfolio. The new hire will be integrated into IREACH, a diverse interdisciplinary group devoted to promoting health equity and quality health care, particularly in Native populations. IREACH is one of the largest units dedicated to American Indian, Alaska Native, and Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander health in the United States. Recent new areas of inquiry and active research include Hispanic/Latinx and rural health. Comprising about 85 faculty, post docs, and staff members, IREACH supports a multidisciplinary faculty who are conducting exciting, innovative extramurally funded research. Our 16 faculty and post docs come from public health, economics, demography, epidemiology, biostatistics, sociology, psychology, public health, public administration and management, and internal medicine. We have a strong community engagement team and have worked with more than 150 partners of all kinds in 17 states. IREACH is organized into units lead by master's or doctoral-level leaders as follows: Fiscal/Administrative, Outreach and Engagement; Methods and Study Design; Communication; and IT. Especially important for conducting rigorous, culturally informed research is the IREACH Methods and Study Design unit comprised of 3 epidemiologists, 1 demographer, and 3 biostatisticians. In addition, IREACH has an in-house editor and a dedicated IRB/compliance coordinator. IREACH research portfolio includes community-based work on Alzheimer's disease, cardiovascular disease, cancer, COVID-19, substance use, maternal/child health, and many other health inequities. The total active IREACH research portfolio exceeds $85 million dollars. More about the work of IREACH can be found on our home page (https://ireach.wsu.edu/).
We seek a scientist with a cutting-edge, theory-informed vision to shift paradigms and change the status quo in the context of the mission of a land-grant university. This successful candidate will, over time, assume responsibilities for and oversee the scientific, administrative, and fiscal matters within IREACH with the other faculty co-director. The position will require daily interactions with all the IREACH units described above. This individual will need to engage with diverse health care stakeholders such as farmers, primary care providers, addiction councilors, and tribal members, to develop innovative strategies that address and ultimately solve health and health care challenges faced by rural people. Dispelling the myth that rural residents are homogeneous and applying an intersectional lens to untangling rural health disparities will be critical to the success of these objectives. In addition, because PBRNs are ideal for group-randomized trials we hope the new hire will have a background in intervention science and clinical trials; such expertise will complement the work of clinical trialists and epidemiologists already engaged in health disparities research within IREACH and the College of Medicine. Working with NW HERON will be a core component of the position; equally essential will be engaging with and capitalizing on opportunities for collaboration offered by the complementary units across WSU. In short, we are seeking an extraordinary individual committed to change - a rainmaker - who can work across communities, academic units, and policymakers.
As an integral member of NW HERON and the Department of Community and Behavioral Health, this individual will galvanize diverse teams of researchers to address the complex factors affecting rural, tribal, and minority community health. This effort will include research with rural clinical and community partners to rigorously study and test interventions in real-world settings. Topics include but are not limited to social (e.g., built environment, health care access, and structural racism), biological (e.g., genetic and epigenetic factors), and cultural (e.g., ceremonial tobacco use, health behaviors associated with rural migrant lifestyles) determinants of health. Conducting high-quality science to conclusively identify causes of health inequities and generate evidence-based solutions is extremely challenging but essential to achieving authentic health equity for all Americans. The emphasis on underserved people is both central to WSU's mission and feasible given WSU's statewide outreach and IREACH's solid foundation of research with underserved populations. Because NW HERON is a network of clinical facilities, studies conducted through NW HERON offer novel opportunities not only to observe but to directly mitigate rural, racial and ethnic health disparities by changing on-the-ground practices and by helping to remove structural barriers that perpetuate inequity.
Publication in peer-reviewed journals, presentation at professional societies, and engagement with relevant community groups is expected. Our faculty typically mentor graduate students, post-doctoral fellows, and early career faculty. The successful candidate is expected to contribute to a robust and collaborative academic life, including participating in College of Medicine and university committees, and in IREACH service activities. Classroom teaching is not required or expected but may be negotiated if desired.
Most of the successful candidate's time - up to 90% - will be focused on extramural research. This time can represent a combination of independent, collaborative, or cross-disciplinary scholarship through both internal and external grant funding. The remaining time (up to 20%) comprises grant writing and service. If mentoring or teaching are undertaken, these activities will be considered academic service.
Travel (up to 20%) is required. IREACH faculty engage in both on- and off-site work.
An earned PhD in Public Health, Epidemiology, Biostatistics, Nursing, Medicine (i.e., an MD), or in another field relevant to public health research at the time of hire, and current appointment at the Associate or Professor rank at an academic institution of higher learning. If an Assistant Professor, must be in process of being promoted to Associate Professor and have at least 6 years' experience as a faculty member.
Associate Professor rank: At least 6 years' experience as an Assistant Professor or equivalent.
Professor rank: At least 6 years' experience as an Associate Professor or equivalent. A Professor is required to have a national or international reputation in their field.
Demonstrated experience conducting research in Native health, rural health, behavioral health/addictions, health technology, social determinants of health, environmental health or similar disciplines aligned with IREACH's mission.
At least 5 years' experience working with underserved populations, preferably American Indian, Alaska Native, Native Hawaiian, Pacific Islander, or rural populations.
Demonstrated extensive administrative skills and experience with fiscal and budgetary matters.
Demonstrated high level organizational and multi-tasking competencies while also being flexible.
Demonstrated ability to interact with large groups and individuals at all academic and community levels.
Proficiency in the use of computers and software applications.
Demonstrated experience mentoring junior faculty, and/or postdoctoral fellows.
Demonstrated experience bringing together community organizations and academic constituents.
Demonstrated experience engaging community organizations in the research process.
Demonstrated sensitivity to and desire to promote health equity, inclusion, and diversity.
Founded as the people's university in 1890, WSU fulfills that commitment by transforming lives through education, research, and community outreach. In 2015, the University celebrated 125 years of delivering life-changing knowledge and discoveries to citizens across the state, region, nation, and around the world. The state's only land-grant institution and one of two public research universities, WSU provides a world-class education to nearly 30,000 students through its multi-campus, statewide locations and online. The University strives to ensure that higher education is accessible at an affordable cost-a decades-long WSU commitment to the state's citizens. The University offers more than 200 undergraduate fields of study and 127 graduate and professional degree programs. Many academic programs win recognition nationally for excellence. WSU is one of just 108 public and private universities in the United States-out of more than 4,500-singled out for its 'very high research activity' by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching. The University's research agenda is focused on addressing challenges in health, sustainability, smart systems, national security, and opportunity and equity. WSU is a major driver of Washington's economy, partnering with many of the state's leading industries, including agribusiness, aerospace, health care, technology, and construction. The University is responsible for nearly 20,600 jobs statewide and generates an overall economic impact of more than $3.3 billion annually. The institution's operating budget expenditures total nearly $2 billion annually.
The Elson S. Floyd College of Medicine is Washington's premier community-based medical school. It is named after the university's late president, Elson S. Floyd. Dr. Floyd was committed to the vision that Washington State University, as the state's land-grant institution, should train doctors to serve all of Washington. The mission of the School is to: develop practical solutions to challenging problems in disease prevention, health care access and delivery; train primary care physicians who will work in Washington and help alleviate a shortage of doctors, especially in rural and under-served areas; and develop a strong research component, with faculty members who work on innovative projects, sharing what they know with students in classroom and research settings.
The Department of Medical Education and Clinical Sciences is a unique department within the Elson S. Floyd College of Medicine that aims to prepare insightful and compassionate physicians. Designed to ensure faculty unity and continuity across a range of clinical disciplines and specialties, members of the department work to establish educational goals, plan, and teach course content and conduct research.
The department's primary focuses include delivering the MD program; fostering scholarship; providing service to the university and community; and serving as the academic home for clinicians and researchers. As a faculty member, the candidate will be expected to participate in all required Department of Medical Education and Clinical Sciences faculty development opportunities and to monitor your WSU issued email account for official college communications.
Located on the Puget Sound in northwestern Washington, Seattle is a large city home to over 770,000 residents, as well as Fortune 500 companies and a lively performing arts and sports scene. Known as the 'Emerald City' due to the lush surrounding greenery, the city's proximity to mountains and forest make it an eclectic mix of urban and rural living. Seattle is one of the fastest growing cities in the country. It is the home to major philanthropic organizations, many institutions of higher learning, a large diversity of cultural events, superb restaurants, parks and recreational opportunities, and international corporations such as Amazon, Facebook, Starbucks, and Boeing.
The IREACH offices in Seattle are in the middle of Seattle's three major urban hot spots - South Lake Union, the Central Business District, and Capitol Hill - and are easily accessible from almost anywhere. Virtually all IREACH faculty and staff walk to work or take public transportation. On-site perks include restaurants, green space and patio gathering spots, complimentary citywide shuttle, EV charging stations, on-site showers/locker rooms, and bike storage. The Seattle office is linked to both the Spokane and Pullman campuses through a sophisticated videoconferencing system used for teaching classes at a distance possible.
Located in the University District along the riverfront in downtown Spokane, WSU Spokane is the University's health sciences education and research campus. The campus is home to the Elson S. Floyd College of Medicine, which graduated its inaugural class in 2021. The University has relocated all health sciences disciplines to Spokane and built new facilities on the campus in recent years. Among the new construction is an $80 million Pharmaceutical and Biomedical Sciences Building and a $34.6 million Nursing Building. Nearly 1,700 undergraduate, professional, and graduate students pursue degrees at the 48-acre campus. The campus also houses programs offered by Eastern Washington University and is located just across the Spokane River from Gonzaga University.
Spokane is a major health care hub and the largest along the northern corridor of the United States between Minneapolis and Seattle. It offers the latest diagnostic and therapeutic care in all fields of medicine, and boasts four major hospitals, including Providence Health's 644-bed Sacred Heart Medical Center. Complete with a rich cultural scene, historic neighborhoods and beautiful homes, a unique urban appeal, and easy access to four-season outdoor recreation, Spokane offers a high quality of life for the nearly half million residents who live in the region.
Area/College: WSU Spokane Health Sciences
Department Name: Institute for Research and Education to Advance Community Health (IREACH)
City, State, Zip: Seattle, WA 98101 or Spokane, WA 99202
Department Link: https://ireach.wsu.edu
FTE: 100%
Position Term in months: 12 Months
Appointment Status: Permanent
Tenure-track: Yes
Annual Salary Range: $120,000-$250,000
In accordance with RCW 49.58.110, the above salary reflects the full salary range for this position. Individual placement within the range is based on the candidate's current experience, education, skills, and abilities related to the position or as mandated by a U.S. Department of Labor prevailing wage determination.
WSU offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes paid sick and vacation leave; paid holidays; medical, dental, life and disability insurance package for employees and dependents; retirement; deferred compensation and optional supplemental retirement accounts. For a more detailed summary of benefits offered by WSU for Faculty visit: https://hrs.wsu.edu/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/2022-Benefit-Overview-for-Faculty-and-AP.pdf. Find total compensation information here: https://hrs.wsu.edu/managers/recruitment-toolkit/total-compensation/.
Background Check: This position has been designated by the department to require a background check because it requires access to children or vulnerable adults as defined by RCW 74.34, engages in law enforcement, requires security clearance, interacts with WSU students in a counseling or advising capacity, has access to personal identifying and/or financial information, unsupervised access to university buildings/property, or other business-related need. A background check will not be completed until an initial determination of qualification for employment has been made.
Screening Begin Date: February 3, 2023; open until filled
Special Instructions to Applicants:
At the time of application, please be prepared to submit the following documents 1) cover letter, 2) curriculum vitae, 3) research statement, 4) diversity, equity and inclusion statement, and 5) names, addresses, and contact information of at least three references . Applicants are required to include contact information for three (3) professional reference within the application. Application materials should clearly communicate how the applicant meets all required qualifications.
1) Cover Letter
2) Curriculum Vitae
3) Research Statement
4) Diversity, equity, and inclusion statement
5) Names, addresses, and contact information of at least three references
Position Term:
WASHINGTON STATE UNIVERSITY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EDUCATOR AND EMPLOYER. Members of ethnic minorities, women, special disabled veterans, veterans of the Vietnam-era, recently separated veterans, and other protected veteran, persons of disability and/or persons age 40 and over are encouraged to apply.
WSU employs only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized non-U.S. citizens. All new employees must show employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.
WSU is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact Human Resource Services: 509-335-4521 (v), Washington State TDD Relay Service: Voice Callers: 1-800-833-6384; TDD Callers: 1-800-833-6388, 509-335-1259(f), or hrs@wsu.edu.
To apply, visit https://wsu.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/WSU_Jobs/job/Seattle-WA/Associate-or-Full-Professor---Associate-Director-of--the-Northwest-Health-Education-and-Research-Outcomes-Network_R-8381
Washington State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Educator and Employer.
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About Washington State University Pullman
Washington State University is a public research university committed to its land-grant heritage and tradition of service to society. Washington State College was established in 1890 as a land-grant institution. It has become a distinguished public research university, but its mission remains rooted in accessibility and public service. For more than 130 years, we have strived to unlock possibilities by empowering students, faculty, and others to create a world where all people can thrive. In that spirit, our community welcomes scholars from around the globe and prioritizes equitable opportunities for all.
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Lent is a time when we prepare our hearts to meet our risen Lord at Easter. As followers of Christ, we're called to live lives rooted in justice, and Lent provides a special opportunity to do just that--intentionally live out the Gospel and seek justice in our daily lives. So how can we live justly during this season of Lent?
We'll tackle this question on Do Justice throughout these next few weeks by featuring blog posts from a variety of writers--teachers, pastors, justice advocates, and more. From justice activities for the classroom to activities for you and your kids to activities to complete individually, use these ideas to give you the courage to act justly, love sacrificially, and rejoice in the triumph of God's justice in Jesus at Easter.


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What are the Different Grass Seed Types?
Bermuda grass is popular in the southern U.S.
The different grass seed types are usually broken down into categories depending on where they will grow best. Warm-area grass seed types include varieties such as Bermuda and bahiagrass seeds. Cool-season grass seeds include the Kentucky bluegrass among other types. Each variety of grass seed often has several subtypes.
Warm-season grass seeds include bahiagrass, which produces a coarse, low-maintenance lawn ideal for high-traffic areas. Bermuda grass seeds tend to produce a soft grass and are relatively cheap to grow. They are commonly planted on golf courses. Popular in the southern US, this seed is considered a perennial and grows well in coastal areas. It is also a favorite in pastures and parks.
Carpetgrass seeds are ideal for areas that get a lot of water exposure, producing a medium to thick lawn texture. Considered a creeping grass, these seeds typically grow best in sandy, wet soil. St. Augustine grass seeds produce very wide, heavy blades of grass. It grows well in South America, southern North America and in other tropical areas. Centipede and Zoysiagrass are also warm-season grass seed types and are most often used for lawns and range in texture from medium to coarse.
Cool-season seeds include those that grow during the spring and fall, lying dormant in the summer and winter. Kentucky bluegrass is possibly one of the most popular of these grass seed types, producing a bluish green, soft and low-maintenance lawn. These seeds are often best planted with a mix of other seeds if planted in a high-traffic area.
Ryegrass seeds grow extremely quickly and spread rapidly. The annual version of these seeds is typically added into mixes to provide quick ground cover while other, more slow-growing seeds develop. The perennial version can be used exclusively for a lawn or pasture, producing a soft green, healthy grass in very cool climates.
Fescue and bentgrass grass seed types are popular for use in sports areas. Often high-maintenance, these grass seed types grow well in cooler climates. Some varieties can be mixed with warm-climate seeds and planted in temperate areas that experience both hot summers and cold winters.
Each of these grass seeds, both warm- and cool-climate kinds, has different varieties of its own, often due to cross pollination when seeds are mixed. Depending on the climate, not all grass seed types are available in all areas. Typically, planting a mix of seeds produces a lower-maintenance, year-round lawn. Planting one type of grass seed often produces the most appealing lawn, although the grass can be difficult to take care of and may not provide adequate ground cover year-round.
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There is a novel from 1807 by Santō Kyōden, Mukashi banashi inazuma hyoshi (An Old Time Lightning Bolt Tale) in which the two major antagonists wear kimonos which identify them iconographically. Fuwa Banzaemon carries a sword called 'Thunder' and wears robes with a lightning and cloud motif. His opponent Nagoya Sanzaburō's sword is the 'Amorous Swallows' and his robe is decorated with the 'swallows-in-the-rain' motif.