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About Summer Activities in Val d'Isere
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Best Activities in Val d'Isere
Discover the top Val d'Isere activities
Updated 13 July 2021 13/07/2021
The main draw for people coming to Val d'Isere in winter is, of course, skiing and snowboarding. However, there's a whole host of other activities to do in Val d'Isere in the summer as well as in the winter. So, whether you're just looking for something to do when the lifts close or you simply don't ski, we promise you you'll have no time to get bored here!
What to do in Val d'Isere?
Val d'Isere is an outdoor activities paradise. The Alpine town and its surrounding mountains offer hundreds of things to do for every ability and every age. Some activities are perfect for solo travellers while others are more suited to romantic couples. Families and groups will also find a wide range of things to do in Val d'Isere. From relaxing to full on adrenaline, from child friendly to adults only, from outdoor fun to bad weather indoor activities, there is something for everyone in Val d'Isere.
Top things to do in Val d'Isere
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Below are our three favourite activities in Val d'Isere but there are plenty more to choose from. Check out the selection of things to do below for some holiday inspiration – you'll see that there are plenty of alternatives to skiing and snowboarding in Val d'Isere.
1. Winter sports, skiing & snowboarding: Skiing and snowboarding are probably the most popular activities in the Espace Killy. But we're not talking about lift-assisted, downhill skiing and snowboarding only – there's a whole host of activities that involve boards strapped onto your feet including ski touring and split boarding, cross-country skiing or telemarking. But there's much more than just skiing and snowboarding in Val d'Isere in the winter. The Espace Killy mountains are the perfect setting to go snowshoeing and husky-dog sledging, while the ice skating rinks in Val d'Isere town centre will keep the whole family entertained.
2. Mountain biking: Many people would argue that it's actually mountain biking that's the number one activity in Val d'Isere. The Espace Killy trails and bike parks are considered the best in the world and attract hundreds of enduro and downhill biking aficionados every summer to its almost 150 km of tracks that meander through lush forests to reach stunning mountaintops with breathtaking views. An experience not to be missed!
3. Walking, hiking & running: In the summer, the Espace Killy pistes turn into meadows and deep-forested trails to explore on foot. From easy valley strolls to gruelling trail running climbs, everyone can explore the Val d'Isere valley's beautiful sunny landscapes.
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Val d'Isere is a great place rock climbing for both beginners and experienced climbers. Experienced climbers can tackle the mountain side rock and enjoy the fantastic views (just make sure you have all the right gear and safety equipment). For beginners there are a number of adventure companies or mountain guides who can take you out on your first climb and show you the 'ropes'! Learn all the technique and skills in the safe hands of a well-trained mountain guide. Climbing is also a great activity for all the family, just check with the guide beforehand what their minimum age is.
How much does it cost to go rock climbing in Val d'Isere? Rock climbing course prices in Val d'Isere start at around €45 per person for a half-day group lesson and up to €400 for a full-day climbing private guide.
If you don't fancy climbing outdoors, or you're new to climbing and want to give it a go in an indoor centre, then Val d'Isere has somewhere for you to go. The sports centre has seven routes graded from 5a to 6c on its 12-metre vertical indoor climbing wall. Climbing equipment is normally provided, or you can bring your own and insurance is normally needed before you hit the climbing wall.
If climbing up sheer rock on the end of a piece of rope sounds a bit scary, then Via Ferrata climbing offers an element of security that still allows beginners to enjoy the achievement of having scaled a mountain! This form of climbing was invented by Italian soldiers in the Dolomites who used it to enable them to scale vertiginous faces easily and quickly. These days it is a popular sport that makes the thrill of mountain climbing more accessible to children, beginners and those who want a bit more security when they climb. Following marked routes through the mountains you are helped along by steps, bridges and ladders whilst being roped up for extra safety. Suitable for adults and children over the age of eight, guides can be arranged on request and there are a number of adventure companies who can organise your via ferrata experience. Beginners can take their first steps at Roc de Tovière, behind the residential buildings in La Daille, where you will find some fairly easy routes on which to find your head for heights. There are more challenging routes at the same site, which leave from the same point but then branch off into longer routes. If you feel like pushing yourself you can try the tougher route 'Via Ferrata des Plates', which leaves from behind the Pierre et Vacances building.
How much does it cost to try out Via Ferrata in Val d'Isere? You can hire all the essential equipment, including helmet, harness and "cows tails" at most sports shops in resort – it'll set you back around €20. If you're a beginner, you should also book a mountain guide or instructor. Prices for Via Ferrata group lessons in Val d'Isere start at around €45, with private guides charging around €220 for a half-day.
If you want to try something different in Val d'Isere, other than hitting the slopes, then why not try ice climbing. This is a fantastic sport, whether you are an experienced climber or a beginner, you can have a go at ice climbing on a 40m wide and 200m high ice waterfall. Although it sounds like a very specialised sport, ice climbing is suitable for everyone. Some knowledge of ropes and basic climbing skills will give you a head start, but if you are a complete novice then your guide should be able to teach you from scratch.
How much does ice climbing cost in Val d'Isere? Ice climbing prices in Val d'Isere start at around €250 for a half-day group course.
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If you want to know more about the region of Val d'Isere and its history, head to the Musée Val d'Histoire, located in the heart of the resort.
The Vanoise National Park is located in the heart of the Savoie region. Created in 1963, it was the first French national park and it covers a large territory where you can find a stunning mountain landscape with lakes, and beautiful vegetation. It is also well-known for its population of Alpine ibex, as well as many other animals like chamois, marmots and more than 100 species of birds.
Donkey trek
Experience the beautiful mountain scenery with these lovely gentle animals. Guides will take you on a donkey trek around Val d'Isere giving you an opportunity to explore the Val d'Isere mountains in a fun and different way. The perfect activity for children as these timid animals take you on a journey through the mountain terrain.
Farm visit
Take the family into the Manchet valley and discover the Ferme de l'Adroit. It's open in summer and winter, and you can buy some of the delicious cheeses they produce on site.
Wilderness camp
Spend the evening dining in a yurt in the forest and finish the night with a drink by the fire and torchlit sledge ride back down the mountain. This is suitable for anyone over 14 years of age and offers a unique evening experience in the wilderness of Val d'Isere.
How much does it cost to do a wilderness camp in Val d'Isere? It's approximately €70 per person.
Sights in Val d'Isere
Val d'Isere offers challenging mountain roads where to cycle while enjoying the stunning scenery. However, riding in the Alps is much more demanding than your favourite local route back in the UK. The roads around Val d'Isere are the setting for some of the most gruelling sections of the Tour de France but they can be tackled by enthusiasts as well as professionals. To gain the most from your riding in the area it goes without saying you need to have a reasonable level of fitness. You do not need to be a super man or woman but the ability to ride comfortably for up to three to four hours in the UK should see you enjoy the mountain routes.
How much does it cost to go cycling in Val d'Isere? Once more, cycling prices in Val d'Isere are a matter of your personal wants and needs. If you've brought your bike with you, then you can just get on the road and challenge your fitness as you climb some of the Alps most famous mountain 'cols' at no cost. Those in need of wheels will be glad to know that renting a carbon road bike starts at around €45 per day.
Val d'Isere is a Mecca for mountain biking, with varying terrain and fantastic views it is perfect for mountain biking enthusiasts. With the whole of the mountain area to explore, Val d'Isere is definitely a great place for biking as the different and varied terrains suit bikers of all levels. Whether you enjoy a leisurely cycle around some of the lower level trails, or a day's hardcore downhill mountain is more your 'thang', Val d'Isere definitely has something to suit all tastes.
How much does it cost to go mountain biking in Val d'Isere? Mountain bike prices in Val d'Isere depend on what you need. If you have all the gear and all you want is to access the trails, then you'll only need a mountain bike lift pass. Then there's bike hire – renting a hardtail or full-suspension mountain bike for a day starts at around €70, and about €350 for a seven-day electric mountain bike hire. Finally, you may want to get a private guide to show you around the local trails – expect to pay around €45 per hour.
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If you fancy a spot of fishing whilst in Val d'Isere then there are a few local and nearby lakes where you can catch some fish and enjoy the Alpine scenery. There are many altitude lakes in the area and a multitude of small rivers near Val d'Isere. Some of the most famous are the l'Ouillette or the La Sassière lakes, perfect for trout fishing. You must, however, ensure that you have the correct fishing permit and are aware of the local fishing regulations.
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A public gym & fitness classes can be found at the main sports centre in Val d'Isere. It comprises 320m2 of weights and cardio equipment.
How much does gym access cost in Val d'Isere? Expect to pay around €15 for one entry to the gym or €35 for the whole week.
Whether you like to take a dip indoors or outdoors, you'll be able to find somewhere to go for a swim in Val d'Isere. Most hotels, lots of chalets and apartments have their own swimming facilities, however there are also municipal swimming baths that you can visit, which often come free with your lift pass purchase. In summer and winter you should be able to find somewhere to take a dip, so don't forget your towel and your swimming costume or shorts.
How much does it cost to go swimming in Val d'Isere? Swimming pool access prices in Val d'Isere start at around €6 for adults.
Facilities to play indoor football and basketball are available at the multi-activity sports hall in the sports centre at Val d'Isere.
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Sit back and admire the mountains from even higher up. Daily panoramic helicopter flights are available in Val d'Isere (weather permitting) with a number of local flight companies. Relax and enjoy the stunning views as you fly over the snow-capped mountain tops, glaciers and alpine forests of the Alps.
How much does it cost to explore Val d'Isere by helicopter? Helicopter tours in Val d'Isere start at around €100 per person for a 10-minute flight.
If you've never tried paragliding before, then Val d'Isere is a great place to learn how to fly. Known as 'parapenting' in France, there are a great number of clubs and organisations in the area whose sole purpose is to give you the experience of flying. Top tip: go on a sunny, warm day when the thermals will keep you airborne for longer.
How much does a tandem paragliding flight cost in Val d'Isere? Anyone can take part in a tandem paragliding flight, even if you've never paraglided before. You'll be attached to an instructor who'll take care of the wing, so you just need to relax and enjoy the views. Tandem flights start at around €90.
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Val d'Isere's sports centre features a modern golf simulator where you can work on your swing whatever the weather!
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Catch the latest films and releases in Val d'Isere on your holiday. Some cinemas open their doors early on a bad weather day, otherwise you'll find most screenings in the evenings. Look out for VOST for English speaking films.
Lift-assisted downhill skiing and snowboarding are the most popular activities in Val d'Isere. So much so that we could write several guides dedicated to them... and, in fact, we have! Take a look at our Ski Areas, Pistes and Parks Guide where you'll not only find a lot of information on the Val d'Isere ski area but also links to many other articles: Ski Lifts Guide, Best Pistes Guide, Snowparks Guide, Beginner Ski Areas Guide, Advanced Ski Areas Guide, Off-Piste Ski Areas Guide, Ski Itineraries Guide and even a guide on the best places to go skiing when the weather is bad.
However, lift-assisted downhill skiing and snowboarding aren't the only things you can do in Val d'Isere while having a pair of skis or a board strapped to your feet.
Ski touring & split boarding
Whether it's going up the pistes that most people normally ski down or tackling a backcountry route, ski touring and split boarding allow you to get off the beaten path while working a sweat up the slopes. A number of ski schools, private instructors and companies can show you around or, if you've got all the necessary knowledge, you can head out in your own group.
How much does it cost to go ski touring or split boarding in Val d'Isere? It depends. Ski touring prices in Val d'Isere range between €60 per day if you're only renting the gear and around €400 if you're also getting a guide for the day to help you explore the backcountry. Of course, if you already have the equipment and the local knowledge, ski touring in Val d'Isere is free!
Val d'Isere has six different track loops of 20 km total, for you to take to the snowy tracks and enjoy the wild nature and magnificent views of the Vanoise. Access is via the free bus, Solaise express chairlift or cable car, and you can choose from yellow, blue or red runs.
How much does it cost to go cross-country skiing in Val d'Isere? You can hire the comfortable boots and lightweight skis and poles fairly inexpensively from most sports shops in Val d'Isere, with cross-country rental prices starting at around €15 per day. You may also want to book a group or private lesson to learn the basics, in which case prices start at around €180 for a six-day group lesson.
Telemarking
Telemarking is a form of downhill skiing where you are only attached to the binding at the toe so, to turn, you have to lunge and bring your heel upwards. Talk to one of the ski schools or private instructors who can teach you how to telemark and take you out on excursions using this technique.
How much does it cost to go telemarking in Val d'Isere? It depends. Telemarking prices in Val d'Isere range between around €40 if you're only buying a ski pass for a day, plus around €70 if you're adding one-day gear rental, and around €90 if you're also getting a private instructor for an hour to teach you the basics.
Heliskiing & heliboarding
Heliskiing is not permitted in France but there are a couple of companies in Val d'Isere offering panoramic helicopter rides that include heliskiing. They pick you up in resort and take you over the border into Italy or Switzerland from where you will ski down accompanied by a mountain guide. It is expensive, but definitely a once in a lifetime experience!
How much does it cost to go heliskiing in Val d'Isere? Perhaps unsurprisingly, heliskiing is one of the most expensive activities on this list – after all, you're swapping the lifts for your very own helicopter! Prices start at around €300 per person and include the helicopter ride and a guide to go with you as you ski down the remotest areas in Val d'Isere.
Modern winter biathlon is a combination of cross-country skiing and rifle shooting that tests not only fitness but also patience and control. In Val d'Isere you can try your hand at this Olympic sport. If you like cross-country skiing but want to add another challenge, then biathlon is the perfect way to escape into the natural, quiet surrounding mountains and then shoot stuff. Bit of a contradiction this one, but it's fun all the same.
How much does it cost to try out biathlon in Val d'Isere? Biathlon lessons usually start at around €150 for a half-day and they include all the equipment but for the cross-country ski rental, which starts at around €15 per day.
Speed-riding
The idea behind speed riding is to combine the sensations of skiing and paragliding into one activity, and then descend off-piste sections of the mountain using a mini-wing to enable you to access areas that you might not normally go. Learning and having fun with speed riding comes very fast as long as you are a competent skier – you need to be able to ski red pistes with confidence in any type of snow.
How much does it cost to try out speed riding in Val d'Isere? Beginner speed riding lessons usually start at around €100 for a half-day group lesson and they include the wing but not the ski hire – high-end ski hire for advanced skiers starts at around €30 per day in Val d'Isere. Speak to one of the companies offering this activity who can show you the ropes (literally).
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Enjoying the thrill of being on the pistes need not escape you if you're less mobile or have special physical needs. Resorts all over the Alps offer equipment and fully qualified guides to help you get the most out of your experience. Sit-ski, taxi ski, Vertiski, Handiski... whichever method you're used to, or would like to try there will be at least one ski school or activity company in Val d'Isere that offers this service.
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Snowshoeing or, as the French call them, "raquettes à neige", is a perfect activity for bad weather conditions and a wonderful way for non-skiers to explore the mountains in and around Val d'Isere. Either set out on your own or join a group led by a knowledgeable local guide and discover the hidden parts of the ski area. The trails will take you to places from where you can enjoy stunning views or explore forests where local fauna such as chamois, wild goats and deer roam free.
How much does snowshoeing cost in Val d'Isere? If you don't know the local area well, we recommend you get a private guide or join a group on a snowshoe expedition – it may seem safer than skiing but you'll be exploring backcountry trails where the avalanche danger is high so it's better to go with someone who knows what they're doing. These outings start at around €30 for a half-day. Snowshoes and ski poles are provided by most companies offering this as an experience, but you can also hire them from most ski hire shops in Val d'Isere starting at around €10 per day.
This is one winter activity that doesn't require a lot of expensive equipment, just grab your sledge and head for the nearest snow-covered hill!
How much does it cost to go sledging in Val d'Isere? You can rent a sledge at one of the many local ski hire shops for as little as €5, while most of the sports shops in Val d'Isere will also have them for sale. Several activity companies also offer you the chance to sledge at night, down the ski slopes.
Husky-dog rides
Be in charge of your own sledge and team of excitable husky dogs, driving them along forest paths in winter. After a brief explanation of how to make your team stop and start, you set off following the guide's team. There are also child-dedicated rides. It's a very popular winter activity, so booking at least 48 hours in advance is a must.
How much do husky rides cost in Val d'Isere? Husky-dog ride prices in Val d'Isere start at around €100 for a half-day, with discounts for kids.
In Val d'Isere you can enjoy ice skating. It's a fun thing to do with the family, or in a group if you want to do something a little bit different for apres ski. Perfect for children and families and those who just want to enjoy the beautiful mountain views whilst playing around on some skates. It's an outdoor rink, open from 15:00 to 20:00 every day.
How much does it cost to go ice skating in Val d'Isere? A single entry to the ice rink in Val d'Isere is around €4, with skate hire costing around the same.
Val d'Isere does not have an official long toboggan run, it does however have a designated area for tobogganing located next to the nursery slope on the left hand side of the Savonette lift. The area is open everyday from 10:00 to 17:00 and it is the perfect place to take your children for some sledging fun.
How much does snowshoeing cost in Val d'Isere? The entry to the area is free and you can hire sledges of different sizes from many ski hire shops or sports shops in Val d'Isere.
If it is calm and relaxation you are after then head to a luxury day spa or book in for massage therapies and beauty treatments. A day spa is also the perfect activity when the weather turns. You can keep warm and revive aching muscles in saunas, steam rooms and jacuzzis or take a refreshing dip in a swimming pool. Unwind, relax and indulge.
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There are a couple of places to play tennis in and around Val d'Isere. In Val d'Isere village there is a small sports centre with two grass tennis courts which is open from 10:00 - 20:00. The Manchet sport centre is open from 9:00 until 19:30 and has four clay courts & eight grass courts. There is a free shuttle bus to take you there from the centre of Val d'Isere.
How much does it cost to play tennis in Val d'Isere? Tennis court rental prices in Val d'Isere start at around €12 per hour, with rackets available to hire for €4.
The modern sports centre in Val d'Isere has a multi-activity sports hall where you can play badminton and there are two squash courts. You can rent all you need at the sports centre.
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If you are looking for a fun filled group activity then Val d'Isere can provide just that with its paintballing course. Paintballing is a game where two teams play against each other to try and get the scarf located in the middle of the course without getting hit by a paintball from the opposing team.
How much does paintball cost in Val d'Isere? Paintball prices in Val d'Isere start at around €30 per person.
There are a number for children's play areas in Val d'Isere in summer, and one has a zip wire for some extra thrills.
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In the summer months Val d'Isere is a mecca for walking and hiking in the beautiful Alpine mountains. As the snow melts and the sun begins to shine the mountains make an excellent place to head out on a hike or walk. Walking is the perfect activity for groups, families and friends. Pick from a number of routes ranging in difficulty, from easy child friendly walks to challenging day long hikes. Along the way enjoy the fantastic mountain views, beautiful scenery and wildlife that is normally hidden in the winter months. Check out our walking and hiking guide for more details on hiking in the Alps.
For a truly unique experience, clamp on your crampons and go hiking on one of the Espace Killy's Grand Motte or Pissaillas glaciers. The breathtaking views and spectacular crevasses make this an incredible adventure. There are a number of glacial hikes, of varying difficulty, in this region of the Alps. Most mountain guiding companies will run organised excursions to the most accessible. To read more about glaciers and the environment please go to our Glacier Meltdown article.
Winter walking
Val d'Isere is a winter walker's paradise, with lifts giving access to the higher ground and a network of groomed trails in the winter, it's very easy to discover the resort on foot. Don't forget to check the weather forecast before you set out as conditions can change rapidly in the mountains. You do not need any particular equipment, just a pair of sturdy boots and layers of warm clothing that you can take off or put on as necessary. A pair of walking poles will come in handy for extra balance on icy patches and for checking snow depth before you go striding forth. Top tip: buy grippers for your walking boots to prevent slipping which you can buy from most local Sport Shops.
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If you haven't experienced white water rafting before then this is a definite 'must try' on your list of activities to do! There are a number of trained guides in resort who will let you experience some of the best white water rafting available in the Alps. From the middle of May until September, the mountain rivers flow furiously as they are fed from the melt waters running off the glaciers high above the town. There are various options available from a three hour adrenaline rush to a full days excursion - this activity is guaranteed not to disappoint.
How much does it cost to go white water rafting in Val d'Isere? Prices start at around €40 per person for about two hours of white water rafting in Val d'Isere.
Canoe rafts are an unsinkable, stable type of inflatable canoe that allow you, without too much technique to profit fully from the joys and fun of white water river descent. The descents are taken on by groups of 4 to 5 boats, accompanied by a fully qualified guide. You are equipped with neoprene suits and shoes, a safety jacket and a helmet. The course which you take is chosen according to the water levels and experience of the participants.
Not-so-gentle but extremely refreshing summer activity is one way to describe canyoning! Plunge yourself into the mountain streams via a series of abseil descents, jumps and natural water slides – just make sure you choose a warm day. You will make your way along rivers and rapids, using the river bed as a natural obstacle course. Not suitable for very young children but anyone over the age of about eight can take the (very cold) plunge and try canyoning. With the safety of a guide, everyone can abseil down cascades, splash into pools and ride the river rapids.
How much does it cost to go canyoning in Val d'Isere? Canyoning prices in Val d'Isere start at around €55 per person, including all the equipment.
Hydro speeding
Hydro speeding is one of the newer 'extreme' water sports to hit the market, it's a fun and exhilarating way to get yourselves down a river!. Using a large float, which bears resemblance to a bodyboard, be ready to cling on for dear life as you send yourself hurtling down the rapids! This activity is a little more demanding physically than rafting or canoe rafting, but allows you to discover the unique sensation of surfing down white water rivers. It is also accessible to all, no need to be a professional diver or swimmer, you just have to be smart at using the water movements, obstacles and waves. There's plenty of protection from the icy water elements as you'll be given a wetsuit, safety helmet and flippers. You will need to bring a towel, swim wear and if you wear glasses, a cord to keep them on. Guides will brief you with a safety demonstration at the beginning and there's a vehicle to meet you at the end of the rapids that will shuttle you back to your starting destination.
How much does it cost to try out hydrospeeding in Val d'Isere? Beginner hydrospeeding courses in Val d'Isere start at around €45-€50 per person.
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LONDON/ZURICH/NEW YORK (Reuters) - Regulators fined six major banks a total of $4.3 billion for failing to stop traders from trying to manipulate the foreign exchange market, following a yearlong global investigation.
HSBC Holdings Plc, Royal Bank of Scotland Group Plc, JPMorgan Chase & Co, Citigroup Inc, UBS AG and Bank of America Corp all faced penalties resulting from the inquiry, which has put the largely unregulated $5-trillion-a-day market on a tighter leash, accelerated the push to automate trading and ensnared the Bank of England.
Authorities accused dealers of sharing confidential information about client orders and coordinating trades to boost their own profits. The foreign exchange benchmark they allegedly manipulated is used by asset managers and corporate treasurers to value their holdings.
Dealers used code names to identify clients without naming them and swapped information in online chatrooms with pseudonyms such as "the players", "the 3 musketeers" and "1 team, 1 dream." Those who were not involved were belittled, and traders used obscene language to congratulate themselves on quick profits made from their scams, authorities said.
Wednesday's fines bring total penalties for benchmark manipulation to more than $10 billion over two years. Britain's Financial Conduct Authority levied the biggest penalty in the history of the City of London, $1.77 billion, against five of the lenders.
"Today's record fines mark the gravity of the failings we found, and firms need to take responsibility for putting it right," FCA Chief Executive Officer Martin Wheatley said.
He said bank managers needed to keep a closer eye on their traders rather than leaving it to compliance departments, which make sure employees follow the rules.
Barclays pulled out of FX settlement due to NY regulator: sources
The investigation already has triggered major changes to the market. Banks have suspended or fired more than 30 traders, clamped down on chatrooms and boosted their use of automated trading. World leaders are expected to sign off on regulatory changes to benchmarks this weekend at the G20 summit in Brisbane, Australia.
In the United States, which has typically been more aggressive on enforcement than other jurisdictions, the Department of Justice, Federal Reserve and New York's financial regulator are still probing banks over foreign exchange trading.
EXASPERATION
Regulators said the misconduct at the banks ran from 2008 until October 2013, more than a year after U.S. and British authorities started punishing banks for rigging the London interbank offered rate (Libor), an interest rate benchmark.
The foreign exchange probe has wrapped up faster than that investigation did, and Wednesday's fines reflected cooperation from the banks. Britain's FCA said the five banks in its action received a 30 percent discount on the fines for settling early.
The U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission ordered the same five banks to pay an extra $1.48 billion. Swiss regulator FINMA also ordered UBS, the country's biggest bank, to pay 134 million francs ($139 million) and cap dealers' bonuses over misconduct in foreign exchange and precious metals trading.
The U.S. Office of the Comptroller of the Currency fined the U.S. lenders a total of $950 million. It was the only authority to penalize Bank of America.
More penalties are likely to follow. Barclays Plc, which was not included in Wednesday's settlement, said it had pulled out of talks with the FCA and the CFTC to try to seek "a more general co-ordinated settlement" with other regulators that are investigating its activities.
The FCA said its enforcement activities were focused on those five plus Barclays, signaling it would not fine Deutsche Bank AG.
The CFTC declined to comment on whether it was looking at other banks.
Britain's Serious Fraud Office is conducting a criminal investigation, and disgruntled customers can still pursue civil litigation.
RBS, which is 80 percent owned by the British government, received client complaints about foreign exchange trading as far back as 2010. The bank said it regretted not responding more quickly.
The other banks were similarly apologetic.
The currency inquiry struck at the heart of the British establishment and the City of London, the global hub for foreign exchange dealing.
The Bank of England said on Wednesday that its chief foreign exchange dealer, Martin Mallet, had not alerted his bosses that traders were sharing information.
The British central bank, whose governor, Mark Carney, is leading global regulatory efforts to reform financial benchmarks, has dismissed Mallet but said he had not done anything illegal or improper.
It also said it had scrapped regular meetings with London-based chief currency dealers, a sign the BOE wants to put a distance between it and the banks after the scandal.
Shares of banks involved in the settlement were down slightly Wednesday afternoon. Bank of America dipped 0.2 percent, JPMorgan fell 1.6 percent, and Citi was 0.6 percent lower.
RBS was down 1 percent, HSBC was down 0.3 percent, and UBS was down 0.1 percent in after-hours trading.
(1 US dollar = 0.9630 Swiss franc)
Additional reporting by Steve Slater, Huw Jones, Jamie McGeever, Clare Hutchison and Matt Scuffham in London and Katharina Bart in Zurich; Writing by Carmel Crimmins and Emily Stephenson; Editing by Alexander Smith, Anna Willard, David Stamp and Lisa Von Ahn

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ArianeGroup, nota in precedenza come Airbus Safran Launchers, è una joint venture della compagnia europea Airbus e del gruppo francese Safran, con tre settori di interesse: aerospazio (sistemi di propulsione orbitale ed equipaggiamento), difesa e sicurezza, con l'obiettivo di sviluppare e in seguito produrre l'Ariane 6. La compagnia è stata fondata il 1º gennaio 2015 con sede in Issy-les-Moulineux, vicino a Parigi.

L'amministratore delegato della compagnia è Alain Charmeau, il presidente del consiglio di amministrazione è Marc Ventre.

Le sedi della compagnia si trovano a Issy-les-Moulineaux, Saint-Médard-en-Jalles, Kourou (centro spaziale), Vernon, Le Haillan e Les Mureaux in Francia ma anche a Lampoldshausen, Bremen e Ottobrunn in Germania.

Prodotti

Lanciatori Ariane
ArianeGroup è il primo appaltatore per la produzione del lanciatore spaziale Ariane 5 e offre i servizi commerciali per il lancio attraverso la sua sussidiaria Arianespace.

Nel 2015 l'Agenzia Spaziale Europea ha nominato ArianeGroup il principale appaltatore per lo sviluppo del vettore di nuova generazione Ariane 6.

Missili balistici
Dal 2016 la joint venture si occupa dell'upgrade del missile balistico M51 alla versione M51.3 per la marina francese.

Sistemi di propulsione orbitale
Il Centro di Propulsione Orbitale, una divisione dell'ArianeGroup, si trova in Lampoldshausen, Germania. La sede di Lampoldshausen è il centro europeo dell'eccellenza nel campo della propulsione di navicelle. La maggior parte dei satelliti dell'ESA e dei velivoli spaziali vola con propulsori o componenti prodotti proprio a Lampoldshausen.

Il centro fornisce sistemi di propulsione completi, sottosistemi e parti di componenti per satelliti, navicelle spaziali, sonde interplanetarie, veicoli per il rientro, e velicoli per il rifornimento della Stazione Spaziale internazionale e attualmente per il Modulo di Servizio della capsula Orion della NASA.

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Altri progetti

Collegamenti esterni

Aziende aeronautiche francesi
Aziende francesi del settore difesa

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Blizzard responds to Diablo III hackusations
By Russell Holly 05.22.2012 :: 5:55PM EST 05.22.2012
@russellholly
I laughed really hard the first time I saw the Blizzard Authenticator, an RSA key fob-style secure code generator, to protect my video game. I couldn't imagine a world where I would care enough about my game, much less allow my personal security to be compromised to that level. That little keychain seemed like a symbol of nerddom that rivaled the tape on the bridge of my glasses and the pencil traces on an overclocked processor. About a year into my addiction to World of Warcraft, my girlfriend's account was hacked and a year of her digital life was emptied.
Keeping yourself safe on the Internet today is a growing challenge not just for users, but for companies as well. Shortly after the release of Diablo III, a growing volume of users began to see their accounts emptied and the fruits of their demon slaying stolen from them. Some users saw patterns in the users that were having this issue, which led them to the conclusion that the Battle.Net or Diablo III servers were victimized. In an attempt to resolve these issues, Blizzard has released a statement addressing these claims.
There's money to be made in the unauthorized sale of items and account in Blizzard games, specifically World of Warcraft. And with the Diablo III real money Auction House on the way, there's an increased desire to try and make real money on the game.
In the statement released by Blizzard, it is noted that every time there is a release of a new title or an expansion to WoW, there's a spike in compromised accounts. Since Diablo III is a brand new game, and there's probably more than a few Diablo III players who never bothered with WoW, there's bound to be some account compromising things going on. As it stands right now, Blizzard is offering the ability to roll-back many compromised accounts, but notes that this is most likely a once in a lifetime kind of thing.
Blizzard's recommendation is to take advantage of their Authenticator tools. You can get the keyfob, or you can install the Blizzard Authenticator app for Android and iOS.
Additionally, there' s new SMS Protect service that allows you to access features in your account with an SMS. The Authenticator app seems to work well, but in the end doesn't really solve the problem at hand. Two-factor authentication is always a useful add-on in this day and age, but it is also important to remember that you are on the Internet, and to behave accordingly. Blizzard's account creation process could offer a little more in the way of encouraging secure password creation, for example.
Until it is proven otherwise, Blizzard is assuring everyone that their systems have not been compromised, and offers more information about their authentication methods in their forums.
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Horror Hospital (1973) review
HORROR HOSPITAL 1973 aka COMPUTER KILLERS
Michael Gough (Dr. Christian Storm), Robin Askwith (Jason Jones), Vanessa Shaw (Judy Peters), Ellen Pollock (Aunt Harris), Dennis Price (Mr. Pollack), Skip Martin (Frederick), Kurt Christian (Abraham)
Directed by Antony Balch
The Short Version: This enjoyably and intentionally tongue-in-cheek, bawdy British horror movie is a gruesome good time for those with a taste for 70's style European terror tales. Deliciously tasteless dialog benefits the witty and goofy script. Fans of kung fu movies will delight in the plethora of stock music used here. A fun, party romp perfect for Halloween for those who can appreciate such things.
Jason is a rock singer who decides to take a sabbatical out in the British countryside at a health clinic run by a doctor Storm. He meets a young lady on the train who is also headed for the resort. Once there, the young couple soon surmise that their creepy caretakers are involved in experiments creating zombies and murdering those who learn of their diabolical plans of mind control and commanding the lure of human desire.
This thoroughly bizarre, intentionally campy British horror opus is one of the nuttiest, most bonkers films to ever seep out of the United Kingdom in the 1970's. THE ROCKY HORROR PICTURE SHOW (1975) without the music is one way to describe this one. It's never boring and even when someone isn't being beaten up, decapitated, or being thrown into a smoldering, bubbling pit of quicksand, the bawdy dialog keeps things both lively and humorous. Not only that, but there's a long list of macabre and comically creepy characters to hold it all together.
Michael Gough (the mad doctor from KONGA) plays another insane scientist who performs lobotomies on his patients for his mind control experiments. He also has a gruesome contraption attached to his black sedan that conveniently lops off the heads of escaping victims, the noggins falling into a bloody sack. There's also a gas room, a gaggle of leather clad, motorcycle helmet wearing thugs and a moldy monster that looks like its covered in melting candle wax. Gough is deliciously evil as the pasty faced and wheelchair bound Dr. Storm. He's so outlandishly over the top, he'd of made a great Bond villain.
The candle wax creature strikes!
Skip Martin, the maniacal midget from VAMPIRE CIRCUS (1972) nearly steals the show here as Frederick, Dr. Storm's assistant who eventually helps our heroes escape. There's a great scene where he knocks out the guards, but can't reach the door of the room holding the two captives. So the resourceful dwarf decides to stack the two leather clad automatons on top of each other using them as a stepping stool! Of course, getting the two lifeless thugs in position proves difficult as Frederick stumbles and falls before finally releasing his two friends.
"How many times this been eatin', eh?"
The two male protagonists attempt several rescue attempts of their girlfriends and end up captured to be used as future experiments for Dr. Storm. Both are ably played by Robin Askwith (TOWER OF EVIL) and Kurt Christian (GOLDEN VOYAGE OF SINBAD). Askwith enjoyed his chance at playing a hero and gets to show off in a couple of energetic fight scenes, one of which has him getting a thorough, yet laughably campy beat down. He manages to escape the clinic (accompanied by the most inappropriate action music), but is caught. You expect the scene to end, but the camera stays on the two thugs carrying him away, frequently stopping to punch, kick and pound him with clubs. To top that, during the fiery conclusion, Jason runs through the kitchen and decides to have a quick bite to eat while the place is burning down around him!
The music is also peculiar and totally out of place most of the time. Kung fu fans will get a major kick out of guessing which Shaw Brothers production these DeWolfe tunes were used in. The opening musical cue from CLAN OF THE WHITE LOTUS (1979) is heard during the above mentioned escape scene and adds an additional layer of comical camp to this sequence.
I honestly can't recommend the gaudy delights of HORROR HOSPITAL (1973) enough. I remember seeing it back in the mid 80's when it was on VHS in one of those oversized clamshell cases. This new DVD from Dark Sky is a major improvement and the best this film is ever going to look. An obscure gem, this is one cracking good Brit horror containing all the ingredients for a ghoulish good time in front of the tube.
This review is representative of the Dark Sky DVD
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Ubisoft Could Reconsider Its New NFTs If Environmental Impacts Aren't Solved
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Ubisoft has today announced Ubisoft Quartz, its first blockchain-powered NFT system. But while NFTs are a source of excitement for some, many are concerned about their environmental impact due to the energy consumption they require. Ubisoft says that it has chosen an energy efficient system for Quartz, but has told IGN that it will reconsider the project if the blockchain ecosystem proves to be unsustainable.
Talking to IGN ahead of the Ubisoft Quartz announcement, Nicolas Pouard, VP of Ubisoft's Strategic Innovation Lab, said: "That's a first step for us. If we see [blockchain technology] cannot go [more energy efficient], if it's not sustainable, of course, we will think again of what we are doing. But for now, on the technology we decided to work on, we are taking this concern very seriously."
Pouard explained that Ubisoft's Strategic Innovation Lab eventually settled on using Tezos, a blockchain system that uses the 'proof-of-stake' concept. Proof-of-stake systems are more energy efficient than the alternative 'proof-of-work', a system used by Bitcoin and other blockchains that has been repeatedly criticised for its negative environmental impact. Tezos, according to Ubisoft, uses one million times less energy per transaction than Bitcoin. For comparison, that's 30 seconds of streaming a video versus one whole year.
However, the whole ecosystem is not clear cut. While Ubisoft Quartz uses Tezos and the proof-of-stake model for its NFTs, those items can then be sold on third-party marketplaces for cryptocurrency. That cryptocurrency is likely to be Ethereum, which is currently based on proof-of-work. Essentially, while Ubisoft's own operation may be more energy efficient than some other blockchain solutions, it's still putting items out into the world that can be purchased using environmentally damaging currency.
Pouard is hopeful that things will soon change, though. "The ecosystem linked to what we're doing with NFTs is Ethereum, and the whole Ethereum ecosystem is moving towards proof-of-stake," he says. Ethereum plans to move to proof-of-stake in 2022.
For more, check out what Ubisoft Quartz is and how it works. This is the first Ubisoft's blockchain project, and will initially roll out for Ghost Recon Breakpoint. NFTs and blockchain use in games is already a hot topic among developers; while Ubisoft and Epic Games are pro, Valve has already banned blockchain games on Steam.
Matt Purslow is IGN's UK News and Entertainment Writer.


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Q: Seeming contradiction about P vs NP between graphclasses.org and at least two papers about clique in even-hole-free graphs I believe correctness about clique in even-hole-free graphs
of graphclasses.org
and the paper Vertex elimination orderings for hereditary graph classes, Pierre Aboulker, Pierre Charbit, Nicolas Trotignon, Kristina Vuskovic would imply $P=NP$.
Accordinth to graphclasses:
Clique:  NP-complete by IS on complement,
the comeplement
is related to IS on 2-subdivision
citing S. Poljak, A note on the stable sets and coloring of graphs
Comment. Math. Univ. Carolin. 15 (1974) 307-309 ZMath 0284.05105
According to the paper, p. 4:
(Improve) Maximum weighted clique in even-hole-free graphs in time $O(nm)$.
Related paper is LexBFS, structure and algorithms, Pierre Aboulker, Pierre Charbit, Maria Chudnovsky, Nicolas Trotignon, Kristina Vuskovic which claims the same.
The sources appear credible to me, though an error is
certainly possible.
Added Third paper gives $O(n^2m)$ algorithm for MWC.
On graph classes, to get an explanation about complexity
click on [+]Details.

What went wrong?

A: On http://www.graphclasses.org, an even hole means at least 6 vertices. If you open the details of the forbidden subgraphs list of the page for even-hole-free graphs  and click on the link for even-hole, you'll see the definition.
In the articles you refer to, an even hole means at least 4 vertices. The even-hole-free of the articles is what on graphclasses.org is called  even-cycle-free.
Hence, P=NP is still open.


Need a Summary of the Crime&Safety Town Hall meeting held on Monday, 8/17/15?
Thanks to all who helped me, Barbara Arredondo, put this meeting together in a short time! Also, a huge thank you to Thomas Buck, Lochwood NA who took this Audio recording and Meeting minutes. Great job, Thomas. We had approx. 200 people attend.
1. DPD and Dallas ISD Police have stepped up patrol in our neighborhood. Extra patrol officer's have been patrolling the area where Suzy Renz lives (Easton, Bon Aire area to Northwest Hwy). Several neighbors have reported seeing the Officer's presence this week.
2. DPD and Dallas ISD Police have also started extra patrol in our entire neighborhood. They have committed to doing this in the interim (meaning between now and 8/17).
3. They have committed to attending a Town Hall meeting on 8/17/15. The OLHNA Board is working on locking down the location. Please stay tuned for more info., but please SAVE THE DATE. Start time will be 7 PM - 8 PM.
4. They have asked us to KEEP ON HIGH ALERT! Report anything to THEM via 911 that looks suspicious. PLEASE PLEASE don't report it on Next Door first. This does nothing but generate lots of posts and we need our Residents to STAY PLUGGED IN! This isn't the time for residents to shut off Next Door because of too many un-useful message/response alerts.
5. Our Volunteers and Patrol (VIP) members (25 that have the certification) were alerted today! We asked for volunteers and have about 4-5 people who responded. The first patrol occurred from 1-3 today, 8/6. Tomorrow, there will be another patrol from 5 - 7 PM. There is a possible 7 - 9 PM shift as well. THANK YOU TO THOSE WHO RESPONDED! We need more of our VIPS to sign-up to keep the momentum going. As a reminder, we will re-imburse you for gas!
6. There is an opportunity for our OLH Residents to attend the next VIP Training - You must attend both sessions to complete the certification. 8/31 and 9/1 from 7 - 9 PM are the dates! However, Melissa our Security Director is reaching out to DPD to find out if we can have an earlier event scheduled for us. Stay tuned for an update on this action item.
8. We would like to thank our Board members for support and requesting an emergency Board meeting today, Kelye Robinson who will be helping out to volunteer at the Town Hall meeting on 8/17, Natalie Masters for calling the DPD and getting the ball rolling on many things (check out her next door updates), those that volunteered for VIP Patrol (Sam, Chris, Jim, Gary), Thank you Jo, with Elle Realty for allowing our Board to use your office for our meetings, Also, to all that I know have provided useful and helpful information - no names to mention, but thank you for volunteering your time and energy to making our neighborhood safer without anyone having to ask for your help.
OLH Residents, call 911 if you see any suspicious activity! Listen to your gut and CALL 911 to report the incident. With recent robbery attempts at the home of one our residents who lives off of Bon Aire, which involved the 1st attempt on a Sunday at 8 a.m. - the guy walked into the home and ran out when the homeowner met them in the kitchen! Then they came back at 4:30 a.m. the next morning and attempted to get in from the bedroom window. Last night, a resident was walking near Hexter and the Baptist Church at the corner of Northcliff and Brookhurst and was robbed at Gunpoint for her iPhone.
I've talked to police twice this week. They plan to send an extra patrol daily for the next week or so to the Bon Aire area. But, said the same thing, keep your front porch lights on every night, call 911 to report anything out of the ordinary, don't open your doors to anyone you're not expecting or recognize. Obviously, the gunpoint robbery was in broad day light and during a time that many of us our walking our dogs, walking with our children, jogging, biking, etc. so please just keep an eye out for your neighbors.
To join in on Residents patrolling our neighborhood, you must take the DPD's Volunteers in Patrol course. Hopefully these latest crime sprees in our neighborhood will tug at you to join in and start patrolling - There are 2 opportunities for VIP training - Monday, August 31, and Tues., Sept. 1. Each training class is from 7-9 at the DPD substation on NW Highway.
VIP is a volunteer patrol of our neighborhood. Partners drive the neighborhood at designated hours for 2 hours at a time, and keep an eye out for suspicious activity. If you are interested, please email Melissa at Security@oldlakehighlands.com or call her at 214/552-4972 and I can give you more information. Melissa is our Security Director for Old Lake Highlands Neighborhood Association.
DPD tells us that VIP Patrols are a major deterrent to crime in Dallas neighborhoods.


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What is the importance of DRR?
Across all of the countries we work in, disaster risk reduction (DRR) is a crucial component of almost every program. Resourcing communities with the materials, skills and knowledge is essential in order to minimise damage, and prevent the heartache and desperation caused by natural disasters.
It has been estimated that every $1 invested in disaster risk reduction saves $7 in response costs when an emergency strikes (as estimated by the United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs and United Nations Development Programme).
This small investment can make a big difference in the lives of the most vulnerable in Asia Pacific.
In Vietnam alone, more than 70% of the population are at risk from natural disasters. Each year over two million people are affected and the economy loses hundreds of millions of dollars.
When Vietnamese authorities announced that Typhoon Nari was about to hit Quang Nam province in October 2013, father-of-three Truong was not overly worried for his home – "my house will not be destroyed since I built it firmly – using bricks to build the walls and tile to cover the roof". But by the time the typhoon tore through the area, his house and all of his family's meagre possessions had been completely destroyed.
Despite Truong's confidence, the house had not been built to withstand strong storms or typhoons. The foundations were built with locally sourced stones and the walls were made with bricks, but there were no support beams or reinforcement. The roof was tiled, but was also built without beams and many of the roof tiles were broken and leaking even before Typhoon Nari struck.
Following the Typhoon, Truong joined Habitat's training program and was able to access the education, skills training and materials he needed to build a safe home that would withstand destructive weather and natural disasters well into the future.
Truong recalls, "I participated in a home repair training session provided by Habitat for Humanity. Thanks to that training I now know why my house was destroyed by the typhoon and I know how to build and fix a house that can resist disasters, particularly strong winds and typhoons. With [their] support, we built a new house. Now my family feels safe, comfortable and happy to live in the new house because we have applied the knowledge gained from the training".
In the aftermath of Tropical Cyclone Pam in Vanuatu, and the earthquakes in Nepal, we were gratified to learn that homes built by Habitat for Humanity had withstood the worst effects of the disasters.
In Nepal, Sidhi, 71, lives in a home she built with Habitat for Humanity in 2010. Sidhi recalls, "I was outside gathering vegetables in the garden when the ground began to shake. My daughter was at work and my grandchildren were playing outside. The old houses suffered some cracks, while my Habitat house did not. I was afraid that my house would break away and fall down, but it did not. It is a strong house."
In Vanuatu, Rachel, a 34 year old mother of two, took shelter with her family in their Habitat built home during Tropical Cyclone Pam. As the wind gusts reached 320km/hr, their 10 year old home stood strong. Rachel recalls their frightening experience, "we were afraid of the strong wind, but we felt safe inside the house. Nothing was damaged. The house was strong."
Positive stories like these serve as an encouraging reminder of the huge impact that preventative work can have on a community facing regular threat of natural disasters.
We know a safe and decent home has a transformative effect on the lives of families living in poverty. Parents can concentrate on earning an income and providing for their families, children can attend school and have a dry, safe place to study. Families have a true opportunity to lead independent lives, many for the first time ever.
To help make a difference, donate to our Spring Appeal to empower families to build safer and stronger communities for the long term.
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More so than ever before, today's car buyers are empowering themselves to make choices that are best suited to the unique demands of their lifestyles. This means more than just enjoying the diverse offerings being served up by automakers; it means being able to explore all buying options with far more confidence than had been allowed in the past.
To the first point, current model year offerings represent some of the most well-realized and diverse line-ups ever served up. Truly offering 'something for everyone', there is value to be found in nearly every car, crossover, SUV or truck. But such value is not exclusive to new vehicles. In fact, 2018 models only build upon the momentum that has already been established by earlier model years. With this in mind, it's more worthwhile than ever to consider used car values when deciding to purchase a vehicle.
This speaks to the second point and the importance of exploring all buying options that are available to you. Gone are the days where buying used implied an inability to afford buying new. There are any number of reasons why more people than ever are choosing to buy pre-owned vehicles; let's explore some of them further to help you decide if buying pre-owned is the right choice for you.
Consider for a moment that automakers release approximately 350 new models into the marketplace each year. While this may seem like ample variety, and possibly even 'too many' vehicles to choose from, the number dwindles once you factor budget and vehicle style into consideration.
By considering pre-owned vehicles, you expand this selection exponentially. For example, opening your search to include vehicles over the past three model years results in over 1,000 vehicles to choose from. More than just a wider selection of make and model, it also expands your choices in terms of available trim levels (and yes, even colors).
Understanding that many car buyers are hesitant to buy a pre-owned vehicle, it's important to separate the stigma of the past from the reality of the present. Whether you refer to them as 'pre-owned' or 'used' is beside the point, most people equate years and mileage with a decrease in long-term reliability.
The simple truth is that more vehicles than ever are lasting well over 250,000 miles. Whether you credit engineering, superior maintenance or a combination of the two, the simple truth is that vehicles are lasting longer than ever. In fact, recent studies show that many extended vehicle life is prompting drivers to hold onto their vehicles longer than ever (up to 11 years or more, in many cases).
There is, of course, the understandable concern re: previous ownership. Was the vehicle well-maintained? Had it sustained any significant damage or endured any major repairs? While many of these questions went unanswered in years past, the increased prevalence of Vehicle History Reports (such as CarFAX) has whittled much of that concern away.
Such reports rely on the accuracy of reported data, but still, provide far more assurance and transparency that had been offered to yesterday's car buyers. The fact that they are becoming more standardized over time means that many reputable dealers make them available (often free of cost) for each and every vehicle in their online inventory. This means that you can explore a vehicle history before you ever decide to schedule a test drive or run the numbers to see if it fits your budget.
Possibly the greatest attribute of buying pre-owned is that you empower yourself to get more car for your money. Most vehicles lose the majority of their value within the first 3-5 years, meaning that the original owner usually shoulders the lion's share of the vehicle's depreciation.
Consider a new vehicle, priced to sell at $30,000. Do you realize that the vehicle loses approximately 11% of its value before the rear wheels hit the street? Fast-forward a year, and it's now valued 25% lower than what you had bought it for. Three years, and it's valued 46% lower on average. Five years, and it may have decreased as much as 63%.
By purchasing a vehicle pre-owned, you are able to purchase a vehicle at a lower price, and the slower rate of depreciation means a better return on your investment. Plus, the lower price means that you might be able to afford a higher trim level, or features that would have been outside your budget had you attempted to buy the vehicle new.
Another benefit to purchasing a pre-owned vehicle is the likelihood that you'll pay less to ensure the vehicle and to register it. While the extent of these benefits might differ from state-to-state, they are well worth exploring.
And finally (at least for this list) is another buying option that is well-deserving of your consideration: Certified Pre-Owned (CPO) programs.
These days, most every automaker offers such a program which differentiates certain pre-owned vehicles based on their ability to meet preferred criteria. This includes (but is not limited to) limitation in age and mileage, 'clean' vehicle history, and the ability to pass a rigorous inspection to ensure that it meets factory standards.
In return, you gain manufacturer-backed extended warranties, a scheduled maintenance program, and often a number of additional perks. By choosing a CPO vehicle, you are able to enjoy some of the savings of buying pre-owned, but gain added assurance as to the quality, reliability and long-term dependability of the vehicle.
One could argue that it makes more sense to ask 'why not'? Pre-owned vehicles come with a number of benefits that could have significant impact on your finances, and the return on your investment. Perform your due diligence, buy from a reputable dealer, and you might find that a pre-owned vehicle is the right one for you.


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Q: Display message when the vector is empty I would like to know how to display a message when a vector is empty. I know what is required but I don't know how to must be structured.
void displaypoints(const vector<int>& vec) {

    cout << "[";
    for (const auto& i : vec) {
        cout << i << ' ';
    }
    cout << "]" << endl;

};

int main() {

vector <int> myvec {};
vector <int> newvec {1,2,3,4,5};
cout << "myvec";
displaypoints(myvec);
cout << "newvec";
displaypoints(newvec);

if (newvec.at(0) == 1) {
    auto iq = find(newvec.begin(), newvec.end(), 1);
    if (iq != newvec.end()) {
        newvec.erase(iq);
    }

if (newvec.begin(), newvec.end(), 2) {

    auto ik = find(newvec.begin(), newvec.end(), 2);
    if (ik!= newvec.end()) {
    myvec.push_back(*ik);
    newvec.erase(ik);

}

else if (newvec.begin(), newvec.end(), 3) {

    auto ik = find(newvec.begin(), newvec.end(), 3);
    if (ik!= newvec.end()) {
    myvec.push_back(*ik);
    newvec.erase(ik);

    }
}
}
}

if (newvec.at(0) == 5) {
    auto ik = find(newvec.begin(), newvec.end(), 5);
    if (ik!= newvec.end()) {
    myvec.push_back(*ik);
    newvec.erase(ik);

    }

}

displaypoints(newvec);
displaypoints(myvec);

}

The code above looks for the number 1, erases it then moves 2 to the myvec vector. If there is no 2 then it moves 3 because of the position 0 I have added. There is also another if statement that moves 5 if it is placed at position 0. What I want is another if statement to print a message if there is nothing in the newvec vector.

A: #include <algorithm>
#include <iostream>
#include <vector>

void
display_points(const std::vector<int>& v)
{
  if (v.empty()) {
    std::cout << "Empty vector.\n";
  } else {
    std::cout << "[ ";
    for (const auto& i : v) {
      std::cout << i << ' ';
    }
    std::cout << "]\n";
  }
}

int
main()
{
  std::vector<int> myvec;
  std::vector<int> newvec{ 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 };

  std::cout << "myvec: ";
  display_points(myvec);
  std::cout << "newvec:";
  display_points(newvec);

  int i = 1;
  while (newvec.size() > 0) {
    auto it = std::find(newvec.begin(), newvec.end(), i);
    if (it != newvec.end()) {
      myvec.push_back(*it);
      newvec.erase(it);
    }
    ++i;
  }

  std::cout << "myvec: ";
  display_points(myvec);
  std::cout << "newvec:";
  display_points(newvec);
}

A: void displaypoints(vector<int> & vec){
    if(vec.empty()){
        cout<<"Vector Empty \n";
    }
    else {
        //do your operations
    }
}

whatever Ide you are using try first clean build and then build all and run the code it will work.


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La Asociación Egipcia de Fútbol (en árabe منتخب مصر الوطني لكرة القدم), es el ente que rige al fútbol en Egipto. Fue fundada en 1921 y afiliada a la FIFA en 1923. Es un miembro de la Confederación Africana de Fútbol (CAF) y está a cargo de la Selección de fútbol de Egipto y todas las categorías juveniles.
La Asociación Egipcia de Fútbol fue disuelta el 1 de febrero de 2012 debido a la Tragedia de Port Said, que dejó más de 75 muertos. Joseph Blatter, presidente de la FIFA, declaró que era un día triste para el fútbol.

Referencias

Campeonatos de clubes
 Primera División de Egipto (16 equipos de Primera división).
 Segunda División de Egipto (48 equipos de Segunda división).
 Copa de Egipto
 Supercopa de Egipto
 Campeonatos regionales de fútbol de Egipto

Enlaces externos
 Sitio web oficial (Bloqueado)
 Egipto en FIFA.com

Egipto
Fútbol en Egipto
Egipto


Yung Swiss – Dead Guys. Playground Productions rapper Yung Swiss returns with a brand new record titled Dead Guys. The song was announced earlier in the week and it arrives right in time.
Dead Guys is the second release in few weeks following Die Yung, released August 31st.
Download Dead Guys audio by Yung Swiss below also don't forget to share.


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Alyse Kotyk
B.C. is in a new and complex phase of the COVID-19 pandemic, one in which transmission of the virus is primarily in private settings where public health measures are difficult to enforce. In this phase, health officials' "soft-hands" approach – prioritizing education over enforcement – appears to have little impact.
COVID-19 enforcement stepped up in B.C. in the last two weeks of 2020, with dozens of tickets handed out to rule breakers.
In a news release also announcing a renewed state of emergency in the province, B.C.'s public safety ministry revealed a total of 574 COVID-19 violation tickets were handed out between Aug. 21 – when the fines were first introduced – and Jan. 1.
"Police have done excellent work this year enforcing the public health orders designed to protect public safety," Mike Farnworth, B.C.'s public safety minister said in a new release.
"I want to thank them and the vast majority of people in B.C. who are observing the rules and masking up."
But that number is up from 387, which was the figure given last month for the period between Aug. 21 and Dec. 18, suggesting another 187 tickets were given in the two weeks over Christmas and New Year's Eve.
Of the 187 new tickets, 34 were $2,300 fines to business owners or event organizers breaking the health order on gatherings. Another 153 tickets costing $230 each were given to individuals who didn't comply with direction from law enforcement.
During that two-week period, two more Quarantine Act violation tickets were issued, totalling $2,300. Since the pandemic began, 77 of those tickets have been handed out across the province.
"I want to be crystal clear that if people break the rules, they will be held accountable," Farnworth said.
Current rules limiting social gatherings to households only, except for those who live alone, remain in place until Friday. Dr. Bonnie Henry has not yet indicated whether those health orders will be renewed.
On Tuesday, B.C. renewed its state of emergency for the 22nd time, which has already been in place for 42 weeks. The declaration was first made back in March to give officials extra powers to enforce orders associated with COVID-19.


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Q: Lombok hashCode:: 1. Why good? 2. Why no compile error? I have the following simple Java code,
import lombok.EqualsAndHashCode;

@EqualsAndHashCode
public class Test{
}

When I look at the delomboked code generated I see the following:
public class Test {
    public Test() {
    }

    public boolean equals(Object o) {
        if (o == this) {
            return true;
        } else if (!(o instanceof Test)) {
            return false;
        } else {
            Test other = (Test)o;
            return other.canEqual(this);
        }
    }

    protected boolean canEqual(Object other) {
        return other instanceof Test;
    }

    public int hashCode() {
        int result = true;
        return 1;
    }
}

I don't understand the implementation of the hashCode(). How is this a good hashing method? And why is there no compile problem with int result = true;?
I suspect this is related to hashCode() being native, but I don't understand why I see this implementation.

UPDATE: My main question is in regards to the lack of compile error. If I add two fields for example I would have:
import lombok.EqualsAndHashCode;

@EqualsAndHashCode
public class Test{
    private String name;
    public int age;
}

and
...

public int hashCode() {
        int PRIME = true;
        int result = 1;
        int result = result * 59 + this.age;
        Object $name = this.name;
        result = result * 59 + ($name == null ? 43 : $name.hashCode());
        return result;
    }

...

A: That you see the hashCode() method like this is probably an artifact of the tool you use to analyze the generated bytecode.
Internally the boolean values true and false are represented by the values 1 and 0 respectively. Some bytecode decompilers blindly translate 0 into false and 1 into true - this is what seems to be happening in your case.
The hashCode() method should read as
public int hashCode() {
    int result = 1;
    return 1;
}

Now to the question:
Is this a valid hashCode implementation?
Sure it is. The contracts for equals() and hashCode() state that for any two objects o1 and o2 when o1.equals(o2) is true then it must also be that o1.hashCode() == o2.hashCode().
Lomboks @EqualsAndHashCode annotation generates code so that two objects having the same field values are deemed equal (and therefore must have the same hashCode).
Since your class doesn't have any fields, all instances are considered equal and therefore must have the same hashCode. The actual value of the hashCode doesn't matter, as long as it is the same value for all instances.

Is the code that you see an error in the decompiler?
Yes, it clearly is (because the decompiler generates invalid source code).
Lombok itself contains an integrated "delombok" feature (https://projectlombok.org/features/delombok) and that feature creates for your first Test class the following source code (using Lombok 1.18.22):
public class Test {
    @Override
    public boolean equals(final Object o) {
        if (o == this) return true;
        if (!(o instanceof Test)) return false;
        final Test other = (Test) o;
        if (!other.canEqual((Object) this)) return false;
        return true;
    }

    protected boolean canEqual(final Object other) {
        return other instanceof Test;
    }

    @Override
    public int hashCode() {
        final int result = 1;
        return result;
    }
}

A: I think it's because your Test class doesn't have any field. So all instances of the class would be considered "equal" when using @EqualsAndHashCode. So the delomboked implementation reflects that.


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Tag: A to Z Challenge
Reflections on the 2022 #AtoZ Challenge
Hey, it's over! For two months each year, I blog every day. November is reserved for the annual "Book-a-Day Giveaway" event here, where I feature local authors and offer up books and gift cards, and April brings the annual "Blogging from A to Z Challenge," in which I have participated for – I believe – 12 years now.
This year I had my theme picked out months ahead of time. That's usually the case for me, as I am the ultimate planner. It just works better if I have the theme, if I know I can cover all the letters, and I have pre-written and pre-scheduled my posts. Because I had a new novel out (October 2021) that is set in 1981, I looked into the possibility of featuring songs from 1981 as my theme. And it worked! What a variety of music – from classic rock (The Stones, The Who, George Harrison, John Lennon) to country crossovers (Eddie Rabbit, Rosanne Cash, Juice Newton) to new wave and punk (Blondie, Adam Ant) to fading disco and folk (Air Supply, Olivia Newton-John), there was truly a wide range of songs. If you missed out, you can start here: https://wordpress.com/post/marthareynoldswrites.com/9561
March and April are always busy months for me. This year I traveled to Portugal and Spain with my sister in March, and I chair and edit the annual anthology produced by the Association of Rhode Island Authors. It didn't leave me with much time to visit other blogs, but I tried to find a few new ones. And, as always, I'm very grateful for the folks who took the time to visit my posts and like/comment. But having participated in this challenge for so long now, I no longer worry about whether people stop by.
So. on we go. I'm back to posting book reviews on Tuesdays (focusing mainly on my fellow Rhode Island authors) and I'm back to working on a new book, with the hopes of publishing later in the year. So stay tuned for that! And congratulations to all the bloggers who completed the challenge this year!
http://www.a-to-zchallenge.com/p/what-is-blogging-from-to-z.html
Martha Reynolds 2022 A to Z 15 Comments May 3, 2022 May 3, 2022 1 Minute
#AtoZ 1981 Songs to Remember – "X" is for "JukeboX Babe"
I chose 1981 music as my theme this year. My newest novel The Summer of Princess Diana is set in the summer of 1981, and oh! the music! Let's take a look back at a pivotal time in the music industry.
Oh boy. Well, you know that I usually have to get a little creative by the time I reach the letter X, and today is no exception. I found this song on a list of 1981 songs and found the video on YouTube. So, I'm thinking, let's see how this goes.
"Jukebox Babe" (not "Jukebox Baby" as it is often sung) was released as a single in 1981. This singer? Alan Vega, born Alan Bermowitz in 1938 – so yep, he was 43 when this song was released (I read that he lied about his age often). He was primarily known as a vocalist with the electronic duo Suicide. "Jukebox Babe" was a hit single in France, but to be honest, I had never heard of it, and I listened to a lot of music in the early 80s.
Here is Alan Vega, looking like he'd rather be anywhere else but on that stage:
Martha Reynolds 2022 A to Z 7 Comments April 28, 2022 February 28, 2022 1 Minute
#AtoZ 1981 BONUS SUNDAY!
It's the last bonus Sunday of the month, and I wanted to feature a song that did make it big. Issued in January 1981 by the Dutch pop group Stars on 45, the song is called "Stars on 45 Medley" and was a medley of hits (you'll see). It reached #1 in the Netherlands in February, #2 in the UK in April, and #1 in the US in June 1981.
The song kind of kicked off a craze of various medleys. Copyright issues? I have no idea.
Martha Reynolds 2022 A to Z 5 Comments April 24, 2022 March 12, 2022 1 Minute
#AtoZ 1981 Songs to Remember – "S" is for "Start Me Up"
From their album Tattoo You, "Start Me Up" was the lead single released off the album, and reached #2 on Billboard's Hot 100 in 1981. It was the biggest hit of the 80s for The Rolling Stones in the US.
Music critic Stewart Mason noted, "There were hits after 'Start Me Up,' but…it's undeniable that this…was the last great Rolling Stones song." Here are The Stones live in 2006:
Martha Reynolds 2022 A to Z 13 Comments April 22, 2022 February 28, 2022 1 Minute
#AtoZ 1981 Songs to Remember – "P" is for "Physical"
Are you ready for this? "Physical," by Olivia Newton-John, was the lead single on her eleventh album, released in September 1981. The song was originally offered to Tina Turner, who declined it (but Tina had plenty of big hits). "Physical" was a huge success and spent ten weeks at #1 on the charts. The suggestive lyrics even caused it to be banned in some areas, but check out the video.
#AtoZ 1981 Songs to Remember – "O" is for "One of Us"
Released in 1981 on ABBA's eighth album, The Visitors, "One of Us" would be ABBA's last #1 single of their career.
ABBA, if you didn't already know, took the names of the two women in the group (Agnetha and Anni-Frid) and the names of the two men in the group (Björn and Benny) to form the group's name.
Fans of the musical Mamma Mia will recall this number in Act II, sung by Donna.
It's Sunday (and Happy Easter to those who celebrate). Another Bonus Sunday to cram in a few extra 1981 songs for you.
Written and sung by Rosanne Cash, "Seven Year Ache" was released in February 1981 on Cash's album of the same name. Yes, she's the daughter of Johnny Cash and his first wife, Vivian.
This was Rosanne Cash's first music video, filmed in Nashville and features Cash singing live to a crowd.
Martha Reynolds 2022 A to Z 11 Comments April 17, 2022 March 12, 2022 1 Minute
#AtoZ 1981 Songs to Remember – "N" is for "(The) Night Owls"
Little River Band was an Australian group originally formed in 1975. Probably best known in the US for their hit "Reminiscing" (1978), this song, "The Night Owls," was released in September 1981 as the lead single from their album Time Exposure.
Little River Band is considered to be one of Australia's most significant bands. As of 2004 they had sold more than 30 million records and had 13 US Top 40 hits.
#AtoZ 1981 Songs to Remember "M" is for "Message of Love"
Written by the most fabulous Chrissie Hynde, "Message of Love" was originally released as a single in early 1981, then included on The Pretenders' album Pretenders II in late 1981. It reached #20 in the UK and got as high as #5 in the US on the Mainstream Rock chart and #44 on the Dance Club chart.
It might not be as well known as some of The Pretenders' other hits ("Brass in Pocket," "Back on the Chain Gang"), but it's really a great song. Everybody stand up!
#AtoZ 1981 Songs to Remember – "K" is for "Kiss on My List"
Daryl Hall and John Oates, together the duo Hall & Oates, were one of the biggest hitmakers from the mid-1970s to the late 1980s. "Kiss on my List" was released in January 1981 and spent three weeks at #1.
A little interesting trivia about the duo (thanks, Wikipedia) says that Daryl Hohl (his birth name) and John Oates first met in Philadelphia in 1967 at a band competition. When gunfire rang out between two rival gangs, they escaped and ended up in the same service elevator. On further discovering that they were interested in the same music and that both were attending Temple University, they started hanging out together and eventually shared an apartment in the city. One of the apartments they shared had "Hall & Oates" on the mailbox, which became the duo's nickname.


MUNCIE, INDIANA – DANNAR, a leader in zero-emission off-road technologies, is partnering with the San Joaquin Valley Air Pollution Control District to deploy the first Mobile Power Stations (MPS) in California at the Port of Stockton. The MPS is a robust off-road battery-electric mobile platform that offers multi-function capabilities that can efficiently replace multiple pieces of single-purpose, conventional diesel off-road equipment. Funded in-part by the California Air Resources Board through California Climate Investments, the project will help accelerate the commercial deployment of zero-emission off-road technologies, as well as significantly reduce greenhouse gas emissions, criteria pollutants, and diesel emissions to benefit adjacent and surrounding disadvantaged communities.
Ports, airports, warehouses, and logistic centers throughout California today rely primarily on diesel technologies to move, load, and unload higher tonnage loads. To improve air quality impacts and accelerate the commercial deployment of zero-emission off-road technologies, the Port of Stockton will demonstrate two battery-electric 30,000-pound capacity forklifts with additional cargo handling attachments, including a multi-purpose cargo truck bed and scissor-lift.
To support the battery-electric off-road equipment, ChargePoint, the world's largest network of electric vehicle charging stations, will install two DC fast-chargers at the Port of Stockton. Bosch, a leading global supplier of technology and services, will install telematics on the vehicles to collect data and provide analysis for the Project.
The zero-emission off-road equipment project is part of California Climate Investments, a statewide program that puts billions of cap-and-trade dollars to work reducing greenhouse gas emissions, strengthening the economy and improving public health and the environment — particularly in disadvantaged communities. The cap-and-trade program also creates a financial incentive for industries to invest in clean technologies and develop innovative ways to reduce pollution. California Climate Investments projects include affordable housing, renewable energy, public transportation, zero-emission vehicles, environmental restoration, more sustainable agriculture, recycling and much more. At least 35 percent of these investments are made in disadvantaged and low-income communities. For more information, visit California Climate Investments.
Port of Stockton: "The Port of Stockton is excited to participate with our partners to demonstrate zero-emission off-road equipment to provide environmental and economic benefits to our community," Richard Aschieris, Director of the Port of Stockton.
Bosch: "Connectivity services provide a wealth of opportunities for improving our quality of life. Bosch is proud to provide connectivity-based services together with the Port of San Joaquin Valley Air Pollution Control District, DANNAR and ChargePoint as part of a comprehensive plan to help the Port achieve its emissions objectives," Ron Ritz, Regional President Powertrain Solutions North America.


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Independent man: the life of Senator James Couzens
First published in 1958 by Charles Scribner's Sons, Independent Man is the only book-length biography of one of Michigan's most remarkable men. His many careers embraced both the business and political spheres.
Couzens was a prominent businessman who helped shape Ford Motor Company, but he left the company when he and Henry Ford clashed over politics. Upon leaving Ford, Couzens began his political career, first serving as Detroit's police commissioner. He went on to a controversial term as ma…
The iron hunter
Originally published in 1919, The Iron Hunter is the autobiography of one of Michigan's most influential and flamboyant historical figures: the reporter, publisher, explorer, politician, and twenty-seventh governor of Michigan, Chase Salmon Osborn (1860-1949). Making unprecedented use of the automobile in his 1910 campaign, Osborn ran a memorable campaign that was followed by an even more remarkable term as governor. In two years he eliminated Michigan's deficit, ended corruption, and produced t…
Steamboats and sailors of the Great Lakes
The Great Lakes shipping industry can trace its lineage to 1679 with the launching on Lake Erie of the Griffon, a sixty-foot galley weighing nearly fifty tons. Built by LaSalle, a French explorer who had been commissioned to search for a passage through North America to China, it was the first sailing ship to operate on the upper lakes, signaling the dawn of the Great Lakes shipping industry as we know it today.
Steamboats and Sailors of the Great Lakes is the most thorough and factual …
Maurice Sugar: law, labor, and the left in Detroit, 1912-1950
It was Maurice Sugar, labor activist and lawyer for the United Auto Workers, who played a key role in guiding the newly-formed union through the treacherous legal terrain obstructing its development in the 1930s. He orchestrated the injunction hearings on the Dodge Main strike and defended the legality of the sit-down tactic. As the UAW's General Council, he wrote the union's constitution in 1939, a model of democratic thinking. Sugar worked with George Addes, UAW Secretary-Treasurer, to nurture…
Detroit on stage: the Players Club, 1910-2005
Founded in 1910, Detroit's Players Club is an all-male club devoted to the production of theater by members for other members' enjoyment. Called simply "The Players," members of the club design, direct, and act in the shows, including playing the female roles. In Detroit on Stage, Marijean Levering takes readers behind the scenes of the club's private "frolics" to explore the unique history of The Players, discover what traditions they still hold dear, and examine why they have survived relat…
Without bounds: the life and death of Rabbi Ya'aqov Wazana
Without Bounds illuminates the life of the mysterious Rabbi Ya'aqov Wazana, a Jewish healer who worked in the Western High Atlas region in southern Morocco and died there in the early 1950s. Impressed by his healing powers and shamanic virtuosity, Moroccan Jews are intrigued by his lifestyle and contacts with the Muslim and the demonic worlds that dangerously blurred his Jewish identity.
Based on interviews with Moroccan Jews conducted in the late 1980s, Without Bounds proposes multipl…
Expanding the frontiers of civil rights: Michigan, 1948-1968
Although historians have devoted a great deal of attention to the development of federal government policy regarding civil rights in the quarter century following World War II, little attention has been paid to the equally important developments at the state level. Few states underwent a more dramatic transformation with regard to civil rights than Michigan did. In 1948, the Michigan Committee on Civil Rights characterized the state of civil rights in Michigan as presenting "an ugly picture." Tw…
All-American anarchist: Joseph A. Labadie and the labor movement
All-American Anarchist chronicles the life and work of Joseph A. Labadie (1850-1933), Detroit's prominent labor organizer and one of early labor's most influential activists. A dynamic participant in the major social reform movements of the Gilded Age, Labadie was a central figure in the pervasive struggle for a new social order as the American Midwest underwent rapid industrialization at the end of the nineteenth century.
This engaging biography follows Labadie's colorful career from …
The troubled origins of the Italian Catholic labor movement, 1878–1914
In his book, Sándor Agócs explores the conflicts that accompanied the emergence of the Italian Catholic labor movement. He examines the ideologies that were at work and details the organizational forms they inspired.
During the formative years of the Italian labor movement, Neo-Thomism became the official ideology of the church. Church leadership drew upon the central Thomistic principal of caritas, Christian love, in its response to the social climate in Italy, which had become increa…
Survival and regeneration: Detroit's American Indian community
Survival and Regeneration captures the heritage of Detroit's colorful Indian community through printed sources and the personal life stories of many Native Americans. During a ten-year period, Edmund Jefferson Danziger, Jr. interviewed hundreds of Indians about their past and their needs and aspirations for the future. This history is essentially their success story.
In search of new opportunities, a growing number of rural Indians journeyed to Detroit after World War II. Destitute rese…
Queen of the Lakes
This book is an account of the ships that have borne the name "Queen of the Lakes," an honorary title indicating that, at the time of its launching, a ship is the longest on the Great Lakes. In one of the most comprehensive books ever written on the maritime history of the lakes, Mark L. Thompson presents a vignette of each of the dozens of ships that have held the title, chronicling the dates the ship sailed, its dimensions, the derivation of its name, its role in the economic development of…
Detroit to Fort Sackville, 1778-1779: the journal of Normand MacLeod
In 1777 Normand MacLeod, a British army officer, assumed the post of town major of Detroit, then a British colony on the frontier of late eighteenth-century America. Although it was not in the forefront of action in the American Revolution, the fort at Detroit had an important role because its strategic location made it a point of interest to military leaders on both sides.
Under the leadership of Captain Normand MacLeod, the city of Detroit played a role in the War for Independence that is …
All our yesterdays: a brief history of Detroit
All Our Yesterdays is an accurate account based on extensive historical research when initially published in 1969, and is written in such a style as to make interesting and historical snapshot of the history of the city of Detroit.
The authors recount the founding of the town by the French, control by the British, and growth as an American city. These episodes are recounted in the words and deeds of the people who lived and worked here, men like Judge Woodward, Father Gabriel Richard, a…
American aliya: portrait of an innovative migration movement
The major focus is on the who, when, and where of American immigration to Israel, but it is the "why" of this aliya which constitutes the core of the book. Waxman analyzes the relationship between Zionism, aliya, and the Jewish experience. Chapters include "Zion in Jewish culture," a synopsis of Zionism through the years, and "American Jewry and the land of Israel in the Eighteenth and Nineteenth Centuries," an account of proto-Zionist ideas and movements in early America.
Chaim I. Wa…
John Jacob Astor: business and finance in the early republic
John Jacob Astor was the best-known and most important American businessman for more than a half-century. His career encompassed the country's formative economic years from the precarious days following the American Revolution to the emergence of an urban-centered manufacturing economy in the late 1840s. Change was the dominant motif of the period, and Astor either exemplified the varied economic, social, and political changes in his business career or he directly affected the course of event…
From East to West: the westward migration of Jews from Eastern Europe during the seventeenth and eighteenth centuries
Migration has been a major factor in the life of the Jewish people throughout the two and a half millennia of their dispersion. And yet, the history of the Jewish migratory movements has not been fully explored in Jewish history. While the Jewish migratory movements in the nineteenth and twentieth centuries, and especially immigration to the New World, have attracted the attention of scholars, earlier such movements did not. In the present book I propose to discuss such a movement of an earlier …
American Jewry and the Holocaust: the American Jewish Joint Distribution Committee, 1939-1945
In this volume Yehudi Bauer describes the efforts made to aid European victims of World War II by the New York-based American Jewish Joint Distribution Committee, American Jewry's chief representative abroad. Drawing on the mass of unpublished material in the JDC archives and other repositories, as well as on his thorough knowledge of recent and continuing research into the Holocaust, he focuses alternately on the personalities and institutional decisions in New York and their effects on the …
A bibliography of Jewish education in the United States
This book contains entries from thousands of publications whether in English, Hebrew, Yiddish, and German—books, research reports, educational and general periodicals, synagogue histories, conference proceedings, bibliographies, and encyclopedias—on all aspects of Jewish education from pre-school through secondary education
Constructing modern identities: Jewish university students in Germany, 1815-1914
The emergence of Jewish student associations in 1881 provided a forum for Jews to openly proclaim their religious heritage. By examining the lives and social dynamics of Jewish university students, Keith Pickus shows how German Jews rearranged their self-images and redefined what it meant to be Jewish. Not only did the identities crafted by these students enable them to actively participate in German society, they also left an indelible imprint on contemporary Jewish culture. Pickus's portrayal …
Anti-Semitic stereotypes without Jews: images of the Jews in England, 1290-1700
Anti-Semitic Stereotypes Without Jews offers an exploration of English history, 1290- 1700, tracing the growth and development of these attitudes. It demonstrates that it is possible for prejudice to thrive even in the absence of a scapegoat group.
Following the expulsion in the year 1290 until 1656, although there was no real Jewish community in England, the molders of public opinion kept a shadowy image of the Jew alive through sermons and religious tracts, travelogues, folklore, rel…


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