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Argentina Beats Nigeria in Its World Cup opener
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Argentina beat Nigeria 1-0 on Saturday's World Cup action. It was arguably the first WC favorite team making its debut and Argentina did not disappoint.
With a star-studded cast that included the likes of Diego Milito and Maxí Rodriguez coming off the bench (which national team wouldn't like to have players like these on their side?), Argentina dominated the entire game but couldn't score the tranquilizer, much due to Enyeama's (Nigeria's goalkeeper) stellar performance.
The South Americans got off to a fast and furious start while managing to create several chances. With a corner kick in the 6th minute they were able to score the game's first and only goal; veteran Verón crossed it in and defender Gabriel Heinze was able to drive a header home, into the corner of Nigeria's goal. More finesse than power, but it is hard to explain how the African defenders left Heinze alone in the box.
Argentina were exchanging the ball with ease and Nigeria kept eyeing the counter-attack. Walter Samuel almost scored an own goal and that was actually Nigeria's best chance in the first half. The green team were not able to deliver the final pass and their midfield and defense were shaky throughout. Messi and Higuaín had chances in the 18th and 21st minutes but Enyeama came through for his side. There is a reason why FIFA considered him "Player of the Match". Incredible if we consider that he plays in the Israeli league. In fact, all three Nigerian goalkeepers play in Israel, which is strange.
The first half ended with Messi having another chance (another great save by Enyeama to a crossed shot), Argentina in solid control and the feeling that Nigeria would have to do more in the 2nd half, they would have to risk more and push the tempo.
The 2nd half wasn't as good as the first one, with Argentina going with a strategy of ball possession and Nigeria trying to get the equalizer by way of counter-attack.
Messi almost scored right in the beginning of the second half but the ball just went a little wide. Three substitutions by Nigeria were able to shake things a little bit and Romero finally made his first save – albeit a relatively easy one – in the 62nd minute.
The best chance of the 2nd half came in the 64th minute with a fast counter-attack by Argentina, led by Tevez, which saw 4 Argentinians going against only 2 Nigerian defenders. In the end, Tevez passed it to Messi (probably not the best solution Tevez had) who shot it just inches away from the defenders' post. Higuain also had a good chance afterwards.
The best chances for Nigeria would come after the 70th minute, with Taiwo, Odemwingie and Uche all having their shot at goal.
After that Argentina had good ball control and movement, while managing their 1-0 advantage. Good offense in the first half and ball possession in the second, this was the approach Argentina had.
Enyeama was clearly Nigeria's best player and no doubt many clubs are, as we speak, taking a good look at him. Odemwingie, which came in the 60th minute, was also a good factor for the African side.
Taking a look at the Argentinian players, Messi played well (great ball control, shifts in velocity and overall stellar pitch vision), Tevez ran and worked a lot (a workmanlike approach) and Demichelis was their best defender. To that we can add, of course, Heinze, especially for the decisive goal he scored.
Who didn't play as well as they should have? Higuaín did not have an inspired game (perhaps Milito will start in the following game, let's wait and see what Maradona does) and Di María was essentially absent from most of the action.
Next for Argentina: a date with South Korea. If anything, the South Koreans showed great conditioning and speed against Greece earlier today. This Group B game 2 will most likely decide who wins this group, with Argentina maintaining their status as prohibitive favorites.
Next for Nigeria: they get to square off against Greece, who also lost their opener. This is a must win game for both sides, with Nigeria having more power and Greece being a better tactical side.
Both these games will be played on the 17th of June.

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Parkview HS 4/29/14 There were some pretty impressive PR's despite the cold wet cruddy weather!
Andrew: triple PR's 100/200/ topping it off with a 57ish 400! YOU are very close to team all-time HS records in these events …time to wipe MR off the sheet!
Aaron: double season PR's 800/1600 despite the airhead award for the meet forgetting your singlet for two races, you showed forth some aggressive racing while not going out too fast!
Sio & Goog: continuing to shave time off miles towards all time PR's and breaking your own team records.
Ben: 1 sec shave in 400 and jumped over 12' for the first time!
Jaimee: some very good first time triple jumps and consistent 400's; working hard for sub 85!
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Perry Wellington Winnipeg Painters
General / By Dana Lewis
Perry Wellington Winnipeg Painters – Perry Wellington is located in the historic district of Portage Place in the North end of the city. This area has been a popular place for many years and is referred to as being "The New Centre of Canadian Art". This is due to the fact that it houses a myriad of cultural, artistic and heritage activities that bring people from all over the city together. It also has been the home of many well-known painters and artists including Sir Richard Branson who spent a lot of time here between his various ventures in different areas of art.
Portage Place is a historical district and was once the headquarters of the Canadian Pacific Railway and the Canadian Pacific Electric Railway. Nowadays it is the heart of the performing arts industry and is home to many well-known venues such as the Performing Arts Centre and the Performing Arts Theatre. The area also includes such famous venues as the theatre and concert hall known as the rink. These buildings often play host to major touring artists and other local talents that come to town for shows and performances.
As it happens, Sir Richard Branson actually started out his career in this area by starting out doing some work on a building which he then called the Warehouse. The structure has long since closed down but is now used for a variety of events such as wedding receptions and conferences. Because of this, Sir Richard and others such as Perry Wellington have decided to use this large warehouse as a canvas for their wonderful paintings. This has been an ongoing activity ever since. Many other artists have followed suit and many of their work is housed in this very same large complex.
One of the most well-known names in the painting world is Perry Wellington. Known worldwide for his large paintings that are meant to be enjoyed, this man operates out of two studios in Winnipeg, situated just west of the Portage Place strip. He also has an office on the same block. Known for his distinctive style, he began his career painting commercial subjects before moving on to more abstract subjects. Today, he paints anything from portraits to landscapes to portraits.
When you consider this colourful career and the quality of work you're going to get from a renowned artist such as Perry Wellington, you can understand why so many people choose him. His friendly manner and friendly smile will make anyone feel welcome at his studio. While some of his subjects may be industrial, such as conveyor belts, others are more residential, such as a simple family portrait. These are works of art, no doubt, but they're also extremely meaningful to the person who creates them. There's something wonderfully charming about having a work of art that you didn't create and have created for yourself. You can feel a sense of pride for having done the work.
It's easy to see how this area of Winnipeg has maintained its status as a hot spot for the painting community. Because of the variety of styles available, you're bound to find a style that suits you. And if you like what you see, you can simply contact the artist or studio and make arrangements for more works to be done in the area. By doing just that, you'll add another dimension to your home and take part in something truly unique and artistic.
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Q: In what sense Fraissean view point shows Model Theory can be done without any formal syntax and deduction rule? In this post I want to look at an issue I was in doubt when looking at the comment of F. G. Dorais in the post In model theory, does compactness easily imply completeness?
F. G. Dorais remark was:

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   ...The first, which comes through rather clearly, is that Model Theory could ultimately be done without any formal syntax and deduction rules...

I think F. G. Dorais was talking about Fraisse's development of model theory via back and forth. It is, however, not clear to me that this is more free from syntax and deduction rule than the traditional one in a meaningful way.
I think Fraissen view does show that Model Theory could be done without a specific choice of syntax. But it seems unreasonable to think that the traditional model theorists would believe that a specific choice of syntax does matter.
The main question I want to ask:
Is there any difference between Fraissean point of view to traditional point of view BEYOND switching from formal syntax and deduction rule to its informal counter part?
It is not immediately clear to me that the Fraissean did anything more than doing so.
If this is the case then there is nothing genuine new about Fraissean point of view than the traditional one. For example, there seems to be no fundamental difference between writing $ N \vDash S0+S0=SS0 $ and speaking out loud "in $N$, one plus one is equal to two". In both cases, we use language which are ultimately meaningless. There is no more meaning in the utterance of "one"   than writing $S0$. (If a parrot shout "one plus one is equal to two", his statement would have no meaning).
In both cases meaning is given by the interpretations. The only difference is the interpretation in the case of "one" is more familiar than in the case of  $S0$. This difference has nothing to deal with the subject matter of mathematics. Likewise, there is no meaningful difference between " there exist .. in M" and $M \vDash \exists ...$.

A: After your answer, I think I understand better where you see a problem. I don't think you fully appreciate the way of interpreting formulas from Fraïssé's point of view. For simplicity, I will follow your lead and stick with the case of a language with just one relation symbol. It's not hard to generalize, but that would introduce some unnecessary tedium.
First, think about how you would actually define a formula in the Fraïssean style. What you have are the $n$-types (${\sim_\omega}$-equivalence classes of $n$-tuples). There is a (Hausdorff, in fact, zero-dimensional) topology on the space $S_n$ of $n$-types which is induced by the ${\sim_p}$-equivalences. A good way to think about this topology is to think of the set $S_n$ of $n$-types as the inverse limit of the ${\sim_p}$-quotients, so the basic clopen sets of the topology on $S_n$ correspond to ${\sim_p}$-equivalence classes for some $p < \omega$.
Formulas can then be viewed as clopen sets in $S_n$. The meaning of ${\land}$, ${\lor}$, ${\lnot}$, is clear since clopen sets form a Boolean algebra. Before thinking about quantifiers, let's see what it means to satisfy a formula $\phi$, i.e. a clopen set in $S_n$. Let's take a structure $(M,R)$ and pick an $n$-tuple $\bar{a}$ from $M$. Then $(M,R,\bar{a})$ has a specific type, which may or may not belong to the clopen set $\phi$ of $S_n$. To (ab)use classical symbolism, we can write $(M,R) \vDash \phi(\bar{a})$ when the type of $(M,R,\bar{a})$ does belong to $\phi$. This gives the usual interpretation of ${\land}$, ${\lor}$, ${\lnot}$.
Returning to quantifiers, the existential quantifier is, in a certain sense, the projection $\exists x_{n+1}:S_{n+1} \to S_n$ which simply forgets the last coordinate (suggested by the dummy variable symbol $x_{n+1}$). More precisely, if $\psi$ is a clopen set in $S_{n+1}$, then the set $\exists x_{n+1}\psi$ of $n$-types that extend to an $(n+1)$-type in $\psi$ is a well-defined subset of $S_n$. The fact that this is a clopen set is however not immediately obvious, nor is the fact that this is correct. (It's easier to think about this when $\psi$ is a basic clopen set, i.e. a ${\sim_p}$-equivalence class for some $p < \omega$. Working through the definitions, you see that $\exists x_{n+1}\psi$ is easy to understand in terms of ${\sim_{p+1}}$-equivalence. It's also easier to see that this is indeed correct.)
Now that we understand how to view formulas from Fraïssé's point of view. How does compactness enter? The Compactness Theorem, in Fraïssé's view, simply says that the spaces $S_n$ are all compact. (Or, in a more restricted sense, that $S_0$ is compact.) In our case, the fact that the spaces $S_n$ are compact is obvious, since they are inverse limits of finite spaces. However, this fact uses the cheat that we're only considering a language with only one relation symbol. For the general case, the ultrafilter construction reduces the problem to the case where the language is finite. (This works well in a relational language with constants, to handle functions you need some magic tricks.)
The point here is that you prove that the spaces $S_n$ are compact directly, you don't need to know that clopen sets are actually formulas. The Classical Compactness Theorem then follows from the simple observation that formulas are closed sets. The other big theorems follow in the same way. For example, the Omitting Types Theorem follows from the fact that the Baire Category Theorem holds for compact spaces, again without explicit mention formulas.
What about the Completeness Theorem? Here, you definitely need formulas (or at least sentences), but we know how to interpret those so it's not a big deal. The Compactness Theorem tells us that any inconsistent set of sentences has a finite inconsistent subset. As a collection of deduction rules, we can take all rules
$\phi_1,\dots,\phi_k \vdash \psi$
where $\{\phi_1,\dots,\phi_k,\lnot\psi\}$ is an inconsistent set of sentences. This is a horrible system, but it's finitary, sound and complete for semantical consequence. (You can do something similar if you want deduction rules for formulas, but there's really no point to any of this.) This is a completely useless completeness theorem since there it does not give a useful description of this set of deduction rules. You would have a very hard time proving the Gödel Incompleteness Theorems from this...

A: This is a partial answer to the above question. It is too long for a comment. I write it hear hoping to hear idea from those senior than me, and in case it is useful.
Here is some back ground, you might skip it if you are familiar with Poizat's definition:
There are two definitions of p- equivalent given in Poizat's A course in Model Theory, one via local isomorphism and the other via formal language. I think to compare the two view, it is crucial to compare this twos definitions.
Let ${\bf M}=(M, R)$, ${\bf N}=(N, S)$ structures with $ R, S$ $m$-ary relations.
Formal language definition:
Two $n$-tupe $\vec{a},\vec{b}$ are $p$-equivalent if and only if they satisfy the same formula in the language with quantifier rank at most $p$.
Local isomorphism definition: (Fraissean point of view)
A local isomorphism $s$ from $\bf M$ to $\bf N$ is defined to be an isomorphism between the a restriction of $\bf M$ to a finite set $\vec{a}$ to the restriction of  $\bf N$ to a finite set $\vec{b}$.
0-isomorphism are local isomorphisms. A local isomorphism $s$ is a $p+1$-isomorphism iff
1) Forth condition: for any element $c$ in $M$ there is $d$ in $N$, and $t$ a $p$-isomorphism which map $c$ to$d$ and extends $s$.
2) Back condition: for any element $d$ in $N$ there is $c$ in $M$, and $t$ a $p$-isomorphism which map $c$ to $d$ and extends $s$.
Two $n$-tupe $\vec{a},\vec{b}$ are $p$-equivalent if there is a $p$ automorphism that maps one into another
First, we try to answer the question about syntax. We can unravel the local isomorphism definition to make it more like the language one, we get the following:
Two $n$-tupe $\vec{a},\vec{b}$ are $p$-equivalent iff all the following are satisfied
$ \forall c_p \in M, \exists d_p \in N,$ $ \forall c_{p-1} \in M, \exists d_{p-1} \in N,$...( all statements about $\vec{a}, c_p, c_{p-1}, c_{p-2}, ...c_1 ) \leftrightarrow$ ( all statements about $\vec{b}, d_p, d_{p-1}, d_{p-2}, ...d_1 $ )
$ \forall d_p \in N, \exists c_p \in M,$ $ \forall c_{p-1} \in M, \exists d_{p-1} \in N,$...( all statements about $\vec{a}, c_p, c_{p-1}, c_{p-2}, ...c_1 ) \leftrightarrow$ ( all statements about $\vec{b}, d_p, d_{p-1}, d_{p-2}, ...d_1 $ )
... ( all alternation between $c_i \in M$ and $d_i \in N$).
I think was wrong in the question. There was some genuine difference between the Fraissean view and the traditional view. In both cases we do use (formal or informal) quantifiers. But in traditional view the quantifier was on each domain and in the Fraissean view the quantifier is running back and forth between two domains. However, this difference does NOT shows Fraissean view point is anymore free from language than the traditional view. (The quantifier is even more complicated, in fact. But it is not the point).
I think the difference is like this: The traditional view point characterize local morphism in term of invariance. (In this case, it preserve the statements with at most p quantifier). The Fraissean view point describe the morphisms directly through induction.
Both are useful. The traditional view point is used in the proof of compactness (I don't know if this can be done in an easy way using the Fraissean view). The Fraissean view is important in many applications: To show that many theories are complete.
How about deduction rules?
I think we can define the deduction rule on the model side in an adhoc  way (or may be not so adhoc) but it seems rather irrelevant here. So my previous concern is not correct.
I think that it is right that model theory can be developed independent of deduction rules. Perhaps that is because two equivalent statement are exactly the same to all model. I still don't understand exactly the relationship between Fraissean approach and this.

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For eight agonizing months Chase Tinker's guilt over the despicable act he committed on Halloween night has been eating away at his heart and mind. Chase's life gets even more complicated when secrets about the mysterious Relic in the attic are revealed, right before an unwelcome caller arrives on the day of Chase's fourteenth birthday!
Despite his problems, his biggest concern is that his family's Dark Enemy, the Marlowe Family, is becoming more powerful with each passing day, fueled by the energy they continue to pillage from the many magical beings of the world. If Chase and his family are ever going to win, they will need a whole lot of magical help; they must destroy the most evil threat the world has ever known!
The Chase Tinker books never fail to put a smile on my face when I read them, and Chase Tinker and the House of Destiny was no exception to that rule. This is a really fun middle grade series, and was a perfect read during the Halloween season.
Chase's portrayal in this book was fantastic. It's so realistic, he's probably one of the best-written thirteen-year-old boys I've read about. He wants to be the hero, he tries so hard to do the right thing, but still falls short at times, and isn't afraid of having the occasional hissy fit, particularly when things don't go his way! I love his friendship with Persephone, although I felt for him at times, as not only is he struggling with his feelings for her, but also the jealousy that comes with her dating another guy. He really came into his own with this book, desperate to find a solution to beat the Marlowes without relying on anyone else's help, and I really admired him for that.
I didn't like Nori much in House of Destiny, I will admit. I found her quite rude and annoying at times, and wished she tried to see Chase's point of view instead of just shooting whatever he said down in flames. She really got under my skin at points, which may have been the point, but still. She annoyed me a lot.
That being said, the ending for House of Destiny was ridiculously cliffhanger-y in all the best ways, and has left me desperately pining for that fourth book. I need to know what happens next. Need. To. Know.


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Amazon Opening Brick-and-mortar Fashion Store
Diptyque Alights on Madison Avenue
Parisian fragrance marketer Diptyque has opened a flagship on Manhattan's Upper East Side, its second shop in the city.
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Call it Diptyque times two.
The Parisian fragrance marketer has opened a flagship on Manhattan's Upper East Side, less than a year after opening a shop downtown.
The new location was opened on Madison Avenue near 76th Street on Nov. 27. It measures 500 square feet, which is 100 square feet bigger than the location the firm opened on Bleecker Street between Perry and Charles Streets in December 2008.
"It's a jewel box concept," said Andrew Sedlock, managing director for North America at Diptyque. "You want to make it intimate. It becomes confusing to the customer if it's too large."
This was the case with a Diptyque store on Newbury Street in Boston, that was 1,300 square feet and was closed in summer 2008, Sedlock acknowledged. He called the 500-square-foot size optimal for the Diptyque retail concept.
Diptyque, which was established in 1961 and sold by its original founders to London-based private equity firm Manzanita Capital three years ago, now has three freestanding stores in the U.S., including a 700-square-foot shop in San Francisco.
While more stores are planned, according to Sedlock, the details of such a strategy are being hammered out.
Worldwide, Diptyque operates 10 stores, including three in London, two in Paris, one in Dubai and another in Qatar.
In the U.S., Diptyque products are carried in 85 doors, including Bergdorf Goodman, Barneys New York, Saks Fifth Avenue, Space NK and independent boutiques.
The Madison Avenue flagship, which was designed by Olivier Lempereur, features motifs found in the London and Paris stores, Sedlock noted. "The concept was to make something more contemporary but true to the brand," said Sedlock. "Black and white is signature to the products. The idea was to keep it very simple and to be inspired by nature. Nature was very important to the original founders [Christiane Gautrot, Desmond Knox-Leet and Yves Coueslant]."
White light boxes to the left of the store's entrance feature graphics meant to be reminiscent of wooden twigs. To the right, small black cabinets and shelves display product, and the store carries Diptyque's full assortment of candles, room sprays, soaps, eaux de toilette, colognes and bath and body care items, which range from $15 to $135.
"We're known for candles," said Sedlock, "but we want to focus more on personal scents and body care." He noted that last spring, the brand introduced a line of five products called The Art of Body Care and that three new Art of Body Care items are planned.
"I think Madison Avenue is going to be a very interesting [location] for this store," said Sedlock. "It's a traveled customer and the brand is recognized by a customer who is international."
Industry sources estimate the Madison Avenue store could generate first-year retail sales volume of $1 million.
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Under-the-radar Instagrammable locations for this summer
A summer break is a grand opportunity to jazz up your Instagram with some envy-inducing shots, be it idyllic golden beaches, super luxurious hotels or drollworthy cuisine.
One way to elevate your social media feed above everything else out there is to feature leftfield locations, unlikely to appear on the radars of other users. So, we've scrolled around the globe for some of the lesser-known but highly Instagrammable locations you could jet off to this summer.
Soneva Jani (Medhufaru Island, Noonu Atoll, Maldives)
With uninterrupted ocean views, a snaking walkway and beautiful villas off the scenic island of Medhufaru, Soneva Jani delivers Instagrammable moments by the dozen.
It's the ultimate in privacy and laid-back luxury, but the eco-conscious resort isn't afraid to embrace its silly side with some villas featuring a water slide that zooms from the upper deck straight into the glistening turquoise waters of a picturesque lagoon.
Elsewhere, the villas' sunken glass-bottom seating areas are perfect for admiring the marine life without getting your toes wet.
Keemala (Phuket, Thailand)
This all-pool villa resort, located in the Kamala rainforest, is known for its weird and wonderful accommodation, with villas designed to look like treehouses, tents and clay cottages.
Perhaps the most Instagrammable of the bunch though are the bird's nest villas. Their interwoven bird's nest design was inspired by the secretive Rung-Nok Clan, the members of which would bathe under the moonlight with the belief that their souls would be replenished, hence the inspiration for these beautiful private pool villas.
Keemala embraces a Thai cultural philosophy and realises it with distinctive design and guest experiences like spa treatments, holistic programmes, gastronomic choices, activities and magical villas and cottages which all promise to be beyond enchanting.
Sugar Beach, a Viceroy Resort (Saint Lucia)
There's no shortage of Instagrammable features at Saint Lucia's Sugar Beach, a Viceroy Resort. It is set within over 100 acres of pristine rainforest on the site of an 18th-century sugar plantation beneath the gaze of the 2,500ft Pitons volcanic plugs that dominate the landscape.
Usually, that would usually be enough material for most Instagrammers. However, the resort is also blessed with pristinely landscaped grounds that sweep down to a gorgeous white sand beach and the glimmering Caribbean Sea. It'd be tough to resist snapping the plantation-style accommodation for your Insta too.
"Dragging ourselves away from the wonderful beach and pool area at Sugar Beach, a Viceroy Resort, the natural landscape of unspoiled rainforest, waterfalls and breathtaking views around every corner were stunning. The majestic twin peaks of the Pitons dominate the south and the soaring mountains descend as far underwater as they rise above it, making the area particularly interesting for diving and snorkelling."
Janet, Travel Counsellor
Read more: What we love about Sugar Beach, a Viceroy Resort
Atlantis, The Palm (Dubai, UAE)
If it's good enough for A-list stars like Kim Kardashian, David Beckham and Drake, then it's probably worthy of your Instagram.
This dazzling hotel boasts an underwater Signature Suite with floor-to-ceiling windows that look out upon the majestic Ambassador Lagoon towards the ancient ruins of the mythical lost city of Atlantis, while the hotel's unparalleled view of the famous Dubai skyline is another highly Instagrammable moment.
"Dubai's Atlantis The Palm is a truly magical and amazing place - a real treat for anyone of any age. The hotel can be very busy with the Aquaventure Water Park and The Lost Chambers being open to the public, but hotel guests get complimentary access. I would definitely recommend upgrading to the Imperial Club Level, where you'll enjoy unlimited access to the Imperial Lounge for breakfast and light snacks and drinks throughout the day, and full use of the sauna and jet pool facilities."
Kay, Travel Counsellor
Read more: Why we recommend Atlantis The Palm, Dubai
Pine Cliffs Hotel (Algarve, Portugal)
Perched on a clifftop overlooking the Atlantic Ocean, the Pine Cliffs Hotel offers breathtaking views while the immaculate 168-acre grounds complement the resort's light, charming Mediterranean feel and emphasis on unparalleled wellbeing.
Pine Cliffs has racked up an enviable raft of awards over the years. Aside from bagging the title of Europe's leading family resort at the World Travel Awards, its spa was named the best in Portugal at 2018's World Luxury Spa Awards, while its nine-hole course helped it win the prize of Portugal's best golf hotel at the 2015 World Golf Awards. So, any Instagram junkies know where they should head to first…
Read more: Other things we love about Pine Cliffs Hotel
Elephant Hills & Khao Sok National Park (Thailand)
Conveniently situated between Phuket, Krabi and Khao Lak is the Khao Sok National Park – one of Southern Thailand's most popular destinations.
It is an unforgettable (and totally Instagrammable) place, thanks in part to the stunningly beautiful Cheow Larn Lake, located at the heart of the national park with its floating raft houses and luxury tents. Khao Sok's broad diversity gives visitors the chance to embark on a jungle lake safari, visit native Asian elephants or trek through the rainforest.
Just a 15-minute drive away from Khao Sok National Park is Elephant Hills - Thailand's first luxury tented camp – which lets you get up close to elephants and learn about these endangered animals while ensuring the elephants' safety and respect.
A stay here means you'll be sleeping in an African-style safari tent in a proper comfortable bed, surrounded by one of the world's oldest rainforests, lulled to sleep by the sounds of the jungle and the many birds, amphibians and insects that inhabit it.
The tents come with wooden floors, electricity (solar and wind-sourced) and an en-suite bathroom with a shower and western-style toilet, while mosquito nets ensure accommodation remains bug-free.
If you'd like to book a stay at any of these Insta-friendly resorts, contact your Travel Counsellor and take advantage of exclusive benefits including full financial protection and a 24-hour duty office ready to assist you before, during and after your stay.


Performance Motion Devices's Prodigy/CME Stand-Alone Motion Cards provide machine designers the capability to download and run motion programs directly on Prodigy cards. They communicate via 16-bit parallel, Ethernet, serial, and CANbus. PMD's Stand-Alone Motion Cards offer high-performance motion control for scientific, automation, industrial, and robotic applications. These motion control cards support multiple motor types, including DC brush, brushless DC, microstepping, and step motors. Prodigy/CME Stand-Alone cards are available in 1, 2, 3, and 4-axis versions.
DMS Motion Server features 4-16 Axes ISA Card Motion Controller, AMD 486DX5 32 Bit Processor Running at 128 MHz, and integrated 48 TTL I/O, Inputs or Outputs Configured in 4 bit Groups.
The Motion Group offers multiple axis OEM card sets that include the MME system, a compact component system for 1, 2, 3, or 4 axes applications. The MME-4C motion control card (5.6" x 3.7" x 1.8 high) consists of stepper motor controller and up to 4 MD 1.2 stepper motor drivers (1.2 Amp/phase).
Delta Tau's PMAC (Programmable Multi Axis Controller) offer a wide variety of formats including PCI, VME and PC/104 which can be used on a corresponding bus or standalone.
Advantech ISA-bus stepping/pulse-type servo motor control cards are designed for general-purpose extreme motion applications. Advantech encoder cards include 24-bit quadruple AB phase encoder counters, 24-bit timers/counters and digital I/O channels.
Precision MicroControl provides a wide range of powerful, flexible and cost-effective motion control cards, accessories, and software.
MTS Systems Corp, Sensors Div.
MTS Systems offers Plug-in Servo Control Cards. Features include one to four axis motion controllers, for VME bus-based PLC's such as Allen Bradley PLC 5-40, GE Fan 90-70, Siemens Simatic TI 575.
Adlink Technology products include the PCI-8154 that features 4-axis stepper and servo motion control card with modularized design and the PCI-8158 8-axis stepping and servo motion control card.
Saelig's motion control board for DC motors (with brushes) uses communication protocol (Ethernet: TCP/IP-HTTP) giving it an easy interfacing. The board is compatible with the POE-IEEE 802.3af norm allowing its power supply through the Ethernet cable. The PID controller (32 bits) may be used to manage a motor from 1 to 70[W] (continuous) with a regulation loop time up to 500[us]. The regulators implemented are position and speed PID with a trapezoid trajectory.
HF Technology offers PC-based industrial automation control and measurement solutions. Products include 2-axis stepper and servo motion controller cards that feature 2-axis linear interpolation, Trapezoidal and S-curve velocity profiles, and Pulse output options: OUT/DIR, CW/CCW.
Optimal Engineering Systems, Inc. (OES) is a manufacturer of motion control products. The company's product line includes motion control systems, drive electronics, modules and controller cards. Offers Stepper Motor Control Cards, Motion Controller and Motor Driver Cards, and Integrated Motion Controller and Motor Drivers.
Provides 4-axis motion control cards for servo/stepping motor control. Applications for Precision positioning control, X-Y table control, Robotics control, Precision speed control, and others.
Siemens manufactures motion control cards for feed-drive axes in permanently energized synchronous motor technology, for feed-drive axes with hydraulic linear drives, and for main spindle drive axes in 1PH asynchronous or in permanently energized 1FE1 synchronous motor technology.
Provider of The POSYS® 3004, a PC/104 form factor board dedicated to high performance motion control applications with extensive interpolation functionality. The POSYS® 3004 is designed to control up to 4 axes of servo and stepper motors and provides hardware linear, circular, Bit Pattern and continuous interpolationmost complex motion profiles. Update rates per axis do not exist as each axis runs in absolute real-time mode simultaneously which makes these boards to one of the best performing motion controllers for up to 4 axes in the market.
MICOS offers a motion control card which has been optimized for unprecedented versatility, ease of use and affordability. To provide the user with the ultimate in flexibility, all motion control and I/O processing is performed on-board. Since DC2 pc cards do not rely on a PC for any processing functions, they deliver the same level of performance in Stand-Alone applications as they do when installed in a PC.


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Q: What's wrong in detection of location? I need to get location of android device. But have some problem with it : getLastKnownLocation() returns null value. Perhaps problem in custom LocationListener, but i don't know how to fix it. Can somebody help me?
Here is my code:
MainActivity:
locationManager = (LocationManager) getSystemService(LOCATION_SERVICE);

private Pair <String, String>  getLocation()
{
    Pair< String, String > result = Pair.create("null", "null");
    GeoLocatorListener geoLocatorListener = new GeoLocatorListener();
    Location currentLocation;
    Boolean isGpsEnabled = locationManager.isProviderEnabled(LocationManager.GPS_PROVIDER);
    Boolean isNetworkEnabled = locationManager.isProviderEnabled(LocationManager.NETWORK_PROVIDER);
    if ( !isGpsEnabled && !isNetworkEnabled )
        return result;

    long minWaitTime = 1000 * 10;       // 10 minutes
    float minDistance = 100;            // 100 metres

    if ( isGpsEnabled )
    {
        locationManager.requestLocationUpdates(LocationManager.GPS_PROVIDER, minWaitTime, minDistance, geoLocatorListener);
        currentLocation = locationManager.getLastKnownLocation(LocationManager.GPS_PROVIDER);
    }
    else
    {
        locationManager.requestLocationUpdates(LocationManager.NETWORK_PROVIDER, minWaitTime, minDistance, geoLocatorListener);
        currentLocation = locationManager.getLastKnownLocation(LocationManager.NETWORK_PROVIDER);
    }
    if ( currentLocation != null )
        return Pair.create(String.valueOf(currentLocation.getAltitude()),String.valueOf(currentLocation.getLongitude()));
    return result;
}

custom LocationListener class - GeoLocatorListener
public class GeoLocatorListener implements LocationListener {
@Override
public void onLocationChanged(Location location) {}
@Override
public void onProviderDisabled(String provider) {}
@Override
public void onProviderEnabled(String provider) {}
@Override
public void onStatusChanged(String provider, int status, Bundle extras) {}
}

A: basically when you ask for the lastKnownLocation(), you can get back a location or null. Another thing that you have to check is that your location is updated because it can be out of time.
I guess/suppose that you are developing an application that will run on devices with the Google Play installed (+GooglePlay services) and because of that I suggest you to have a look at fused location.
In this way you can delegate and take advantage of the GooglePlay Services to retrieve your location getting rid of all the algorithms and problems those raise when you're doing a location based app.


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John Stamos scores fun new role as women's basketball coach in new Disney+ series 'Big Shot'
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By George Pennacchio
John Stamos proves he's a 'Big Shot' in new Disney+ role
HOLLYWOOD -- John Stamos wants you to know one thing: he is not a sports fan. But he finds himself on the basketball court for this latest role in the new Disney+ series, "Big Shot."
In "Big Shot," Stamos plays Marvyn Korn, a former NCAA basketball coach, kicked out of the league for bad behavior. The only job he can get after that: Head coach of the basketball team at an all-girl's private high school.
"All these girls stand up to him right away and it's great. I mean, they put him in his place the first scene. You know, 'Don't talk to us like that. You can't fat shame me. You can't say this.' And he goes, 'Whoa whoa whoa," said Stamos.
Everyone will be learning things here!
"And the reality of a character like Korn, you know, releasing his assumptions and connecting with these girls is, you know, it's--I think we hit it right," said Stamos.
If there is a bit of irony in John's casting, it's this.
"Anybody that knows me, I am the opposite of a sports fan," admits Stamos. "I know nothing about sports. I don't like sports. Someone always has to lose. And I thought, 'I've got to figure out how to play this coach."
His research included spending time with Jerry West and The L.A. Clippers.
"The first dumb thing I saw was about the Clippers being a college team, which they weren't, I guess," said Stamos. "And I said, 'Thanks for inviting me to rehearsal.' And he said, 'Son, it's practice, not rehearsal.' Dummy."
"Big Shot" was co-created by "Big Sky's" David E. Kelley. And Stamos says it's one of the best jobs he's ever had.
"Big Shot" debuts on Disney+ on Friday, April 16.
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Current Augustana students Candice (piano) and Shamah (singer) will be performing at this year's University Music Student Gala Recital.
Don't miss the Augustana Music Student Gala Recital slated for the evening of Wednesday, February 27, at 8:00 pm in the Augustana Faith & Life Chapel. There will be no admission charged and all are welcome!
Listen to Augustana piano, voice and instrumental music students perform for the public at a special gala recital. Witness these students of today, stars of tomorrow bring you their best performances in a program of great quality and variety. The talent is second to none, and the price is right!
The recital will feature students from far and wide, as well as hometown favourites, performing works by various significant composers.
For further information, contact the Augustana Fine Arts Office at 780-679-1532.
There is no charge for admission. The public is welcome. R.A.R.E.


So are you ready for some Baseball? Well the season is on as of Tuesday the 12th. If you spend much of any time on the Cape through the summers months you are well familiar with the Cape Cod Baseball Summer League. One of the premier summer leagues for guys in college looking to make it to the big leagues. If I am correct this league has sent more players to the MLB percentage wise than any other summer league. From the Falmouth Commodores to the Chatham Anglers to the Orleans Firebirds, the Brewster Whitecaps and 6 more teams around the Cape, you go on almost any given night. Check out their website at http://www.capecodbaseball.org/teams/ccbl/ for team and town info, schedules and more about the league. I know of folks around the Cape who have lived here for years and have never been to a game. This is a treasure that is very unique from many other vacation destinations, and especially with the caliber of players we get. Something I did not know about the league is that this is there 133rd season of playing and will play a 44 game season. So this summer as you are planning your vacation to do list, make sure you put on the list a Cape Cod League baseball game and go see the stars of tomorrow today.
I remember going outside with my Dad when we were on vacation and he would take the time to teach me how to throw a baseball, a frizbee, a football. The street the cottage was on, was at the end of the line right before Old Wharf Rd. For many years you could drive in and out so we would have to dodge the occasional incoming or outgoing car. Then they closed it off and there was no traffic what-so-ever. So we got even more time together. My Dad was so patient, chasing balls, chasing errantly thrown frizbees, finding brooms to get stuff off the roofs when I was playing with my summer friends and we would get overly wildly with the throws. I will always remember those days and will cherish them till the end of time. This is some of why I so love the Cape and wanted to be make it part of my life. Although my kids are grown and away from the nest I still love having them here and doing things with them as it reminds me of those times I had with my Dad. I hope you can make special times with your kids, grandkids or even the nieces and nephews. We have so much to do besides the beaches, take time to get to know them and then from year to year add a few new things while keeping the old things that keep bringing you back. What memories are you going to make this year? I hope you have a great and wonderful doing them and we will see you around, at a baseball game, miniature golf course, or maybe even a nature trail. Here's looking forward to seeing you soon.
Small business reports, first up is Chatham Jam and Jelly Shop, Find them at 16 Seaquanset Rd Chatham MA, right on the corner with Rt 28. Also on the web at http://www.chathamjamandjelly.com/, on facebook, Tumbler and a few others. Chatham Jam and Jelly has been around for some time like 1983, their shop hours are Monday-Saturday 10 am to 5 pm. If you go to there website you can also find many places around the Cape that carry their products, including my friends up at Truro Vineyards. If you want to take something that is truly Cape Cody this is it. Get it for yourself, get them as special occasion items, get them as welcome gifts or any other kind of gifts, and yes they ship so send them all over for holidays and anniversaries. These are some of the tastiest treats here on Cape Cod and you will enjoy them to the very last bite.
Another one of my all time favorites is The Local Scoop located at 34 MA-6A, Orleans, right off the Orleans rotary just past the light to Stop and Shop. Also online at http://thelocalscoopcapecod.com/, on facebook and twitter. You will also find them at farmers markets through the summer and craft shows and festivals. They have some of the best ice cream pops around and yes they even have couple that are for just us adults, and darn are they tasty. They have a great Frozen Yogurt and Ice Cream Bar at the shop and they can even do evens like birthday parties, office parties or parties at the ball games if that is what you want. I'm telling you, your kids will like this place but I'm not so sure you will like it even better than your kids. Check out The Local Scoop for a fantastic treat.
Last but not least on todays listing is Beef Jerky Outlet, found at 25 MA-28, West Yarmouth, or online at www.beefjerkyoutlet.com/westyarmouth or on facebook or twitter. They are located in the Christmas Tree Shop across from the Cape Cod Inflatable Park. They have one of the largest selections of Jerky that you will ever see. They have Jerky in all types of meat from you standard Beef to exotic Elk and more. I will give you a warning, if you like jerky this place could become habit forming and if you have a father who loves jerky what a place to get him a gift card to. I have to be careful how often I go, lest I be spending money I don't have on this pure joy of jerky. So while you are out and about stop by and pic up some great tasty jerky, for the beach, for the fishing trip or just while out watching a Cape Cod Baseball League game.
So a hi-ho to all you out there, I am so happy to have met those of you who choose to come up there this past weekend and spend some time at the quarters and tower. We had a steady flow of folks going up to the Candle room and got an up close and personal meeting with the beacon and a lovely panoramic view of our wonderful Cape Cod. Now I will say that the beacon is not as exciting as what it used to be when we had the Fresnel Lens 4th order. Now those were a work of art and something to look at. But sadly enough most are gone, but the happy news is if you want to see one still in use today, we here in New England have one at the oldest Lighthouse in the US in the Boston Light, and yes they do, do tours. So if you want some weekend go take a trip there after you have come and visited us. That wouldn't be right to see them first, when I'm the one telling you about it. Anywy, the weather is slowly getting getter, and we see even more warming into next week, so there is no excuse now for not coming and seeing us. I know a few of you still have kids in school but that is ending soon and what a great place to escape to. The water is slowing coming up and although it is not late August temperatures yet the beaches are in full mode for sunbathing, kite flying, and ball tossing. I have also been working on getting the rest of the Frizbee Golf course done and should be ready to go within the next week. We will have a donation box out as it does cost to upkeep the grounds, however we are not going to charge at this time. The boating is well underway and we the marina is pretty filled up. So as you day boaters come, please be mindful of those who moor their boats and just take your time getting out of the channel. Also keep an eye open at the mouth and for the first 100 or so yards out for seals. They seem to continue to populate and move further up the coast line, which also for you swimmers that this creates a tasty buffet for our friends the sharks. So just be mindful of your surroundings while you have fun on and in the water. Well I guess I have taken up as much of your time as needed for this week. You have a great and wonderful especially if you can do it right here on old Cape Cod, and maybe next time I will let the kid get in a word or two. LOL Until next time ya'll.
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Come visit me weekday mornings at ccrockhopper.com for Morning Thunks and thoughts & More. a fun way to start your morning and a couple things for the water cooler conversation. Someplace where you know you're not the only one struggling from day to day but able to leave with a smile knowing we are going to make through another day. Hope to see you there soon.


The Volkswagen Group which has brands like Audi, Porsche, Volkswagen, Seat and Bugatti has announced that it is currently testing autonomous parking and will begin using the technology in production cars in 2020. Anoher German company that was in the news for a similar system was Daimler which introduced an automated valet parking system for visitors to the Mercedes-Benz museum in Sttutgart.
Initially, the system will be available in multi-story parking garages. It is planned that autonomous vehicles will have their very own separate traffic routes so that they would not be interfering with vehicles that are driven by human beings. These vehicles will be using data pulled in from maps and visual indicators as well as data received from sensors within the car to help them navigate. The data will be processed within the vehicles by a central control unit. At a later stage, these vehicles will be able to handle mixed traffic, and will be able to park themselves in any parking area. Other plans Volkswagen has when it comes to technological innovations include the development of vehicles which can run errands autonomously, and robots that have the ability to automatically charge an electric Porsche after it parks itself.


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When the earth shakes, is it safest to shelter inside or run out of the building? Knowing what to do, and why, can save lives. Photo: Carlos Cabrera, Risk Management Solutions.
Protective Actions Guidance and Research Papers
Guidance on Developing Messages for Protective Actions to Take During Earthquake Shaking
Background Papers and Supplementary Technical Information. Includes:
Messages used to train people about earthquake response
Human behavior during earthquakes
How people are killed and severely injured by building damage
Behavior of different building types in earthquakes
Seismology considerations such as intensity of shaking
Protective Actions Implementation Workbook
Protective Actions Implementation Workbook (editable forms only)
Download Protective Actions Manual
Download Supplementary Information Protective Actions
Download Protective Actions Editable Forms
Download Protective Actions Workbook
More about Protective Actions:
"What Should You Do in a Shaking Building?"
"In Haiti, a New Approach to Developing Earthquake Safety Messages" (p. 4)
Protective Actions
During Earthquakes
Countries where U.S. provides disaster assistance
Haiti pilot project
In the unnerving seconds when earthquake shaking begins, a person's action may spell the difference between safety and suffering. But what to do? There is no simple answer.
Messages range from "Drop, Cover and Hold On" to its opposite, "run out of the building." In some regions, people are taught to "go to a safe zone in the building." And instructions persist in local folklore, such as "take 7 steps from danger."
Little data exist on why or when to recommend one protective action over another. The safest action may depend on the intensity of shaking, building type, a person's location in the building, and access to exits. If the building collapses rapidly--as can happen with poor construction--people may not have an option to act.
Our aim was to understand the conditions in which a particular protective action saves the most lives. We drew from available research, data from past earthquakes, and the judgment of experts in several fields.
We assembled an international team of earth scientists, social scientists, engineers and leaders who are responsible for safety messages. Sixty-nine professionals from 22 countries contributed experiences and critiques. The team also completed a survey about actions practiced in their countries. In parallel, we surveyed the general public in India, Peru and Turkey about what messages they hear and would follow.
The result: evidence-based recommendations. A major theme is the need to help the public develop situational awareness to understand the safest options, rather than present a one-size-fits-all message. We devised a local process, and local factors to consider, when developing protective actions messages. We also developed a workbook that contains planning worksheets and a survey tool. Click the links at left to download.
In 2016, we began a pilot program in Haiti. A diverse and representative messaging committee was formed in Anse-a-Veau, on the southern peninsula, where ongoing swarms of small earthquakes have left everyone anxious and confused. The committee created simple, easy-to-understand messages about how to stay safe in common situations. Thanks to a home-grown outreach effort, people in Anse-a-Veau have learned the safest actions to take in their environment.
Made possible by the generous support of the American people.


It is a great pleasure for me to be here tonight to officiate at the presentation of the Youth Achievement Awards and I would like to express my sincere thanks to Marie Stanley, Chairperson, South West Inner City Network for inviting me to attend.
Awards like this do not happen by themselves. They need a vibrant, hard working team to drive it forward and plan its success and I would like to say a special thanks to all associated with organising these proceedings and to St. Catherine's for being our host venue for this special event tonight.
I very much appreciate the valuable work and role played by the many groups and organisations around the country who are proactively involved in promoting and facilitating the development of their local communities. The South West Inner City Network is a community development umbrella organisation which represents close to fifty community and voluntary organisations in the South West inner city area of Dublin. Since its establishment in 1994 it has continuously provided a forum where issues affecting the community are identified and collective action is taken to address them.
To ensure that the area and its people receive a fair share of available resources, both National and European.
I am sure you will all join with me in paying tribute to all those involved in the South West Inner City Network who work so tirelessly, with enthusiasm and commitment, to achieve these aims. I wish you all every success in your continuing endeavours in this regard for the future.
On behalf of everyone present here tonight, I would like to commend the South West Inner City Network who, in association with An Garda Síochána, Kevin Street have been organising these awards since 1999. The Youth Achievement Awards formally recognise and acknowledge the achievements and the good work being done by the young people in the area. The awards also highlight the positive aspects of this vibrant community and the fact that the majority of young people in the area are not involved in drugs, crime and anti-social behaviour, despite the area being portrayed as having many such social problems.
It is heartening to see so many young people involving themselves in the life of their local community. I am pleased to see that the Awards tonight cover five broad categories of achievement which includes Sport, Personal Development, Community Involvement, Academic Development and Group. Each of these offer young people opportunities not only for personal development but also the chance to help their communities. The fifth category acknowledges the importance of bestowing recognition on the achievements of young people working together in groups.
I know that the award ceremony tonight is a very important event for the South West Inner City Network and has grown in popularity over the last number of years. I would like to especially thank the Selection Committee - Superintendent Thady Muldoon, Kevin Street Garda Station, Evan Moore, Chief Executive Officer of the Network and Sladjana Malich, South Inner City Drugs Education/Prevention Officer for their enormous help in adjudicating on the award nominations and the many sponsors for their generous and valuable support in making this event possible.
I would like at this stage to say a few brief words about the South West Inner City Community Policing Forum which has been in operation for a number of years and acts as a communication mechanism between the various representatives groups in the community and the Gardaí. The Forum usually meets once a month at which issues relating to anti-social behaviour and policing matters are meaningfully discussed.
I understand that the Community Policing Forum has proven to be a very effective framework in building on the good relationship that exists between the Gardaí and the local communities. It has also been instrumental in working towards the creation of a safer community environment for all who live and work in the area and in developing proactive approaches to address identified concerns and potential problems.
There is no doubt that initiatives such as the Community Policing Forum and the Youth Achievement Awards play a very valuable role in building and maintaining communities and are a testament to the commitment, vision and partnership approach of the community. I very much welcome and support collaborative approaches such as these within local communities.
Of course the real stars of tonight's proceedings are the recipients of the awards and I know you are all quite anxious to hear the announcement of the winners of the 2006 Youth Achievement Awards. So to conclude, I would like to avail of the opportunity to extend my warm congratulations to all concerned and to wish them every success in the future.


A health group is seeking a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to add to their team. Provider will work in an outpatient and first assist setting. Candidate needs to be comfortable with surgery and be able to harvest veins.
Coastal North Carolina is just off the beaches of the Atlantic Ocean. Cape Lookout, Atlantic Beach and Emerald Isle all less than 1 hour. Popular area for retirement with many golf courses and waterfront communities. Every water sport imaginable is available and popular.


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The Ecumenical Patriarchate
A Brief Historical Note (In Greek)
List of Ecumenical Patriarchs
Hierarchy of the Throne
Patriarchates and Autocephalous Churches
Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew
Official Photographs
Patriarchal Documents
Quotes on Environment and Peace
Orthodoxy & The Environment
The Green Patriarch
Patriarchal Addresses
Common Declarations
Ecological Symposia
The Halki Summit
Toward a Greener Attica
Patriarchal News Bulletin
Patriarchal Proclamations-Encyclicals
Addresses - Homilies
Synodal Decisions
Various Addresses
Theological and Other Studies
Patriarchal Church of St. George
About the Patriarchal Church of St. George
Schedule of Divine Services
The Ecumenical Patriarchate/
Administrative Structure/
Hierarchy of the Throne/
Auxiliary Bishops of the Throne/
Iakovos of Militoupolis
AUXILIARY BISHOPS OF THE ECUMENICAL THRONE
Print Iakovos of Militoupolis
His Grace Bishop Iakovos of Militoupolis, born John Tsigounis in Kogarah, Sydney, in 1996, completed his secondary studies at Model Farms High School, Baulkham Hills, in 1983. He then studied at St Andrew's Theological College of the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of Australia between 1992-1996, before completing three years of postgraduate studies at the Sydney College of Divinity. Having been ordained Deacon by His Eminence Archbishop Stylianos in 1993, he served as his Protodeacon for the following seven years, while also working as the on-campus Tutor of the Theological College until 2001. In 1999 he was ordained Presbyter by His Eminence, receiving the name Iakovos, in honour of the Dean of the Theological School of Halki and spiritual father of His Eminence, the late Metropolitan Iakovos of Ikonium. In 2000 he was bestowed the title of Archimandrite. Following his ordination to the Priesthood, he served the Cathedral of the Annunciation of the Theotokos, Redfern, and then the Parish-Community of the Resurrection of Christ, Kogarah. In 2002 His Eminence appointed him to the large Parish-Community of Sts Anargyri, in Oakleigh, Melbourne, as well as to the administration offices of our Archdiocese in Melbourne, with His Grace Bishop Ezekiel of Dervis, where he served until his election to the Episcopate. On 11th January 2011, he was unanimously elected Bishop with the esteemed title of Militoupolis, and serves in the Second District of Melbourne.
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If you are looking to burn fat and become more toned, then increasing your exercise intensity is critical. Many people have the misconception that if you workout at a higher intensity you will no longer be burning fat since you will be in your "cardio zone". Whereas, if you keep your intensity low for a longer duration you will burn more fat since you will be in your "fat burning zone". Let me clarify this for you once and for all. By training at a low intensity (<70% max) it is true that you use fat as your predominant source of fuel. While exercising at a higher intensity (>75% max) your main fuel source is carbohydrate but you will ultimately burn more calories. And since 1 pound of fat is equivalent to 3500 calories, the ultimate goal is to burn as many calories as possible to create a negative energy balance!
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1. Intervals and circuits vastly reduce boredom. Traditional steady state cardio training and/or weight lifting can become quite boring. Interval training and circuit training offer more variety and excitement to your workouts.
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The question keeps coming up about whether or not there is a Commerce Server certification. As of right now, there is not – nor are there any definitive plans to offer this through the typical Microsoft Training and Certification channels now or in the future. Given the size of the customer base of Commerce Server relative to, say, Windows Server, it simply does not meet the typical models for certification. Hope this helps.


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Silverstone Auctions Supports British Racing Drivers' Club Motor Sport Charity with Dedicated Auction
Friday, June 08, 2018 Car News
Silverstone Auctions will hold a special memorabilia auction in support of the British Racing Drivers' Club (BRDC) Motor Sport Charity at Silverstone Circuit, on Thursday 19th July, in the first of three days of auctions taking place as part of this year's Silverstone Classic.
With a strong motorsport theme, the BRDC Motor Sport Charity Memorabilia Auction will see over 50 auction lots generously donated by BRDC members go under the hammer to raise funds for the charity's work in supporting club members and people involved in the motor sport industry in times of need.
Highlight lots on offer include a signed Felipe Massa race suit worn in his very last Grand Prix, a pair of race boots used by Jenson Button MBE in the 2016 F1 season, an Ayrton Senna replica race helmet, lunch with Ross Brawn and a Classic Team Lotus experience day, as well as prints, photographs, books and personal items signed by motorsport legends including Sir Stirling Moss, Nigel Mansell CBE, Ayrton Senna, Sir Jackie Stewart and Damon Hill OBE.
All proceeds from the auction will be donated to the BRDC Motor Sport Charity.
David Richards, chairman of the BRDC Motor Sport Charity comments;
It's very fitting that this auction should be held here at the home of British motor sport, Silverstone. All the funds we raise will support those members of the motor sport community who are far less fortunate than ourselves.
Nick Whale, managing director, Silverstone Auctions, said;
the work carried out by the BRDC Motor Sport Charity is absolutely outstanding and it is our privilege to be holding this fundraising sale. There are some very special and highly collectible items on offer in the auction and we invite all motorsport enthusiasts to come along and bid for this wonderful cause.
The auction will take place on Thursday 19th July with bidding available in person, by phone, by commission bid or via the online bidding platform, Proxibid.
For more information about the BRDC Motor Sport Charity Memorabilia Auction, visit http://www.silverstoneauctions.com/brdc-benevolent-memorabilia-auction.
Silverstone Auctions Supports British Racing Drivers' Club Motor Sport Charity with Dedicated Auction Reviewed by Hayley Reeve on Friday, June 08, 2018 Rating: 5


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Iconic ruins, historical monuments, and world-class art are just a few of the many reasons why people from all over the world travel to Rome, one of the most popular cities in Italy. This charming city is also known for its famous attractions with religious significance, including impressive fountains, ornate sculptures and delicious food. No matter how you plan to fill your days of sightseeing in Rome, you'll want to come home to a comfortable and accommodating place at the end of the day. Here are our top picks for hotels in Rome.
The Hotel Hassler is a great place to stay for couples, families, and cruise ship travelers in Rome. It's in the heart of the city center and a popular spot for people to stay before or after their scheduled cruises. There are 87 rooms here that are all uniquely decorated and near the Spanish Steps, Piazza di Spagna, and the Trevi Fountain. Rooms come with Wi-Fi access, and there are some excellent fine dining options here too. Imago is a 6th-floor panoramic restaurant, Hassler Bistrot serves all meals and afternoon tea, the Hassler Bar is a cozy cocktail spot, and the 7th Floor Terrace offers incredible views of the city. There's also the Amorvero Spa here for massage and beauty treatments, as well as a fitness center, sauna, steam bath, and solarium.
The Inn at the Roman Forum is a small luxury hotel in Rome that is close to the ancient ruins of the Colosseum and the Roman Forum. The inn offers five-star accommodations with modern décor and views of Venice Square, the Campidoglio, and Palatine Hill. It's a pet-friendly option that offers coffee in the lobby all day and has a rooftop terrace for snacks. This is also where complimentary breakfast is served, including pancakes and eggs. The lounge at the inn is a perfect place for sipping mixed drinks. Meanwhile, families enjoy booking the exclusive floor with its three separate adjoining rooms for some extra space and round-trip airport transportation.
Another hotel that's in the heart of the city and close to the Vatican is the Gran Meliá Rome. This urban resort is also on Gianicolo Hill and within walking distance of Castel Sant'Angelo. Its Ossimoro Restaurant and Amaro Cocktail Bar are highly recommended, and the Liquid Pool Bar offers drinks and poolside Mediterranean dishes. Ossimoro serves Mediterranean and Italian cuisine, and Amaro specializes in fine wines and cocktails. My Blend Spa by Clarins is the onsite spa with a sauna, Turkish bath with chrome-aromatherapy, sensorial showers, vitality pool, and fitness area.
This hotel in Rome is a 19th-century neoclassical palazzo with a majestic fountain and 238 unique rooms to stay in. The rooms here come with free Wi-Fi, mini fridges, marble bathrooms, plush bedding, and pet-friendly accommodations. There's an outdoor pool, onsite spa, and fitness center here too. You'll be just steps from the city's most iconic landmarks when you stay here, including the Opera House, Spanish Steps, Trevi Fountain, and Pantheon. A buffet or continental breakfast is offered from a fee while the Ristorante Tazio serves Italian cuisine, and there's the Posh Bar & Sun Terrace for poolside fare. Fusion Spa here offers everything from body wraps to manicures/pedicures, massages, waxing, eye treatments, and more.
A five-star luxury hotel worth mentioning in Rome is Hotel Eden, which also enjoys a central location in the city. The hotel began welcoming guests in 1889. This elegant choice has sophisticated rooms with Italian décor and high ceilings. For fine dining, enjoy a meal at La Terrazza, or try modern Italian cuisine at Il Giardino Ristorante. Il Giardino Bar serves cocktails, while La Libreria is a perfect spot for afternoon tea. Meanwhile, there's a spa on site that offers spa packages, a blow-dry bar, and treatments especially for men. Children are welcome at the hotel, and it offers fun activities for little travelers. There's an outdoor swimming pool open between July and September, and airport transportation is available for an additional fee for guests. The onsite fitness center is open 24/7, and standard Wi-Fi is complimentary.
You can also stay at the Hotel Campo De' Fiori for a charming and cozy home base in Rome. You'll be right by Campo de' Fiori, the classic Roman piazza, when you stay here and near lots of other attractions too. This boutique hotel is beautifully decorated and has just 23 rooms to create an intimate vibe. The loveliest rooms are on the top floor, where there are two superior deluxe rooms with poster canopy beds that are perfect for romantic evenings. All rooms come with free Wi-Fi, safes, hair dryers, flat-screen TVs, and other amenities. Guests here also enjoy the babysitting service, buffet breakfast, terrace with solarium, and 24-hour reception.
This elegant hotel is charming and historic, with uniquely designed rooms and a history that dates back to the 15th century. There are 25 guest rooms in this boutique hotel that reflect 500 years of history. On-site amenities include motorbikes and bicycles for rent, free Wi-Fi, a bar, currency exchange, and a garden. Guests here can enjoy the breakfast buffet, open-air garden patio during the warm months, and meeting rooms available upon request. There's also some of Rome's most iconic attractions near the Pantheon.
Here's a five-star luxury hotel that you'll love in Rome because of its location between two picturesque piazzas, Piazza di Spagna and Piazza del Popolo. There are 120 rooms and suites here, as well as Italian cuisine served at Le Jardin de Russie and cocktails at the Stravinskij Bar. There's also a spa on site and programs for children and teens.
The J.K. Place Roma has a variety of room options to choose from and is about 18 miles from the Rome Leonardo da Vinci Airport and 11 miles from Rome Ciampino Airport. Guests can dine at the onsite JKCafe and enjoy market-fresh produce and Italian specialties. The onsite bar here serves cocktails and snacks throughout the day in a relaxed atmosphere.