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How Destinations Are Redefining Themselves for the Decade Ahead
The tourism economy in the beachside city of Santa Monica, California has been increasingly strong year over year. In 2018, the city's 8.4 million visitors spent nearly $2 billion on lodging, dining, shopping, and other activities and Santa Monica is anticipating nearly 85 percent hotel occupancy for 2019. Those numbers would make any destination leader excited as we head into 2020.
But Santa Monica Travel & Tourism (SMTT) CEO Misti Kerns is thinking longer-term, setting her sights ten years ahead toward 2030 and how the destination and the marketing organization will evolve. "
Many of us live here in the community, including our board of directors," said Kerns, who recently completed the Santa Monica Experience Management Plan with Coraggio Group, a consultancy which helps destinations plan long-term strategies. "For us, it was really about taking a hard look at the long-term economic sustainability for the city and our businesses, trying to be proactive and looking to the future. We needed to ask, 'what is the experience that we are delivering to both our residents and our visitors today and what does that need to look like in 2030?'
This thinking underpins a larger trend in tourism: the evolution from destination marketing, which focuses on driving tourism revenue, to destination management and eventually to stewardship, which widens the scope to benefit everyone in the community. In an era of rising concern about overtourism, climate change, and local quality of life, the transformation toward destination stewardship will be the defining factor of a future-ready destination.
How Visitors Perceive a Destination
You can't draw the map to the future if you don't know where you stand in the present. With that in mind, SMTT and Coraggio began their engagement by forming an initial hypothesis about what the most pressing perceptual issue might be through the eyes of both visitors and residents: the local population of people experiencing homelessness, a widely reported concern throughout many west coast cities.
They began a discovery phase conducting stakeholder interviews, surveying residents at local farmer's markets and visitors via social media platforms, and hosting focus groups with travel planners. Working with City officials to distribute surveys to gain insights from local stakeholders was key – in total, more than 3,000 comments from cultural institutions, businesses, City Council members, and hospitality leaders were taken into account. Additionally, Coraggio worked with their partners at Sparkloft Media to analyze 8 million social media posts from the past three years about Santa Monica to better understand visitor sentiment trends.
As it turned out, while homelessness remained a concern for residents, it was less of a driver of visitor consideration for the destination than originally hypothesized. Instead, it was the overall destination experience that mattered most, a broadened lens that included everything from rising hotel rates and increasing rents for mom and pop shops to the seemingly overnight emergence of electric scooters and the safety concerns that follow them. No singular issue took precedence, but the confluence of opinions accumulated from stakeholders drove Santa Monica Travel & Tourism and Coraggio to imagine a more holistic vision for the future of the destination, one that would ensure long-term growth of the visitor economy without sacrificing local quality of life or the city's independent, bohemian-luxe spirit.
"One of the interesting things we found was that visitors were missing the funky, local, artsy vibe that Santa Monica was historically known for," says Matthew Landkamer, the lead of Coraggio's travel and tourism practice.
"Independently-owned businesses were being replaced with national chains and franchises. And so, all these things came together for us to be able to say, 'look, you have a challenge for small businesses. It's creating a growing negative perception among your visitors who come here for that quintessential beach town and aren't getting it anymore. What can you do as a city to make the business climate work for small businesses? What can you do to make permitting easier? What can you do to work on affordability? How can you ensure better workforce housing so service sector folks can afford to live here?'," said Landkamer. "It got beyond the marketing questions and got into those bigger things that the city needs to wrestle with in order to enable this major part of their economy to keep humming."
Becoming a Long-Term Catalyst for Change Starts with Locals
Destination Marketing and Management Organizations (DMMOs) that step up to the steward role will find themselves uniquely situated to drive the long-term health and progress of their destination. They listen to a wide array of stakeholder voices, connecting the dots between visitors, residents, public institutions, and local businesses to inform the design of the day-to-day destination experience. As a representative of these voices, they can identify the pain points, opportunities, and synergies to move their destination forward, helping to ensure its relevance far into the future.
"If you think of scenario planning or the sort of levers of change you need to think about, there's some big changes coming down the pike with climate change, with international relations, with the potential economic downturn that I would say is more than potentially imminent," says Landkamer. "Destinations that aren't thinking long-term now, laying the groundwork, are probably going to suffer the consequences in terms of either a loss in room nights, or a loss in the quality of their visitors because somebody is competing for that visitor who spends more, stays longer and respects the environment."
And when it comes to respecting the environment, DMMOs need to be mindful of the resident experience first and foremost.
"A lot of this time and effort has been spent on the resident experience, because we all know that if residents aren't happy and they don't want to stay in their own backyard, it's unlikely that visitors are going to want to do so," says Kerns. "So the residents' input has been critically important to us and will continue to be because it's an important, ethical thing to do. It matters."
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Meeting Design: Agile Style Daily Scrum
Kevin Hoffman is the master of meetings. In his new book Meeting Design from Rosenfeld Media, Kevin lays out exactly how to take on meetings as a design problem, but you don't have to be a designer to appreciate this advice. He deftly illustrates how the designer's toolkit—a collection of questions, activities, and conversations—can be applied to create the best outcomes for these age-old activities. We're excited to provide the excerpt from Meeting Design below.
The daily scrum is the heart of an agile process—it's the meeting you'll have the most often. The name "scrum" is based on the "scrummage:" the part of a rugby game when play restarts after a foul occurs or the ball goes out of bounds. Everyone from each team grabs for the ball huddled together in a circle and then puts their heads together in interlocking fashion. Afterward, play continues from that point. In an agile scrum style meeting, everyone is grabbing for work to undertake.
Goal of an Agile Style Daily Scrum
Hopefully, daily scrum meetings are not as dangerous as a scrummage on the rugby field. But the intention is similar: getting the project back into play from where work last stopped. It usually happens in the morning, and its goal is broadcasting information. A scrum meeting establishes a shared awareness of what everyone on the project completed yesterday, what they are working on today, and what barriers they are encountering in their tasks.
It's not uncommon for people outside a project team, such as senior leadership, to sit in on a daily scrum as a way of checking on progress. But it's not a good idea for those people to contribute to the discussion. Extended analysis is against a scrum's purpose, which is to get a detailed picture of project progress that has happened in the past 24 hours. Further discussions or problem resolution should happen immediately following a scrum, but outside of it, so as to protect the working time of the team.
Measuring the Outcomes of a Daily Scrum
Kanban is a flavor of agile methodology, which uses a "kanban board." The board is a visual tool for capturing the activities reported within a scrum meeting. It's a series of columns in which cards (work activities) can be placed. A basic kanban has three columns (from left to right): items to do, items being done, and items completed. These correspond to the three components of the daily scrum discussion: work identified that hasn't been done yet (column 1); work that is in process (column 2); and work that has been completed (column 3). A productive daily scrum meeting can be measured by the quantity of items that exist on a kanban board, and the overall progress those items are making from the left to the right.
When there are a lot of items added in the first column (to do), you know the scrum is working because work is being identified. When items are moved to the second or third column, the kanban board conveys the active health of the project. Time-lapsed photography of a kanban provides insight into the increases and decreases in work quantity. Tasks that are problematic will get stuck in the middle column, so it's a good idea to include a limit for the center column. This can be based on the number of items assigned to a single person at any given time. For example, "There should never be more than three items assigned to anyone in the center column." These limits are referred to as work-in-progress limits, or WIP limits.
Kanbans can be much more complex than three columns. If you're new to the concept, these three columns are a good place to start. More advanced variations on the kanban board might include fully articulated steps in software development. Here's a five-column one that includes steps for backlog and quality assurance testing.
Sample Agenda for Agile Style Daily Scrum
(Roughly 10 minutes, not to exceed 8 people)
The person who facilitates a daily scrum is called a scrum master. That person is tasked with facilitating the movement from scrum to scrum and column to column. There are plenty of articles, books, courses, and certifications out there promising to make you a good scrum master, if that is your role. At a basic level, keep in mind that the scrum master is a manager of tasks, not people.
Any new assignments that result from completed work are noted by the scrum master for later addition to the kanban board. The scrum master and the team are careful to note any WIP (work-in-progress) limits for the "doing" column.
Each team member reports the work that they intend to undertake today. The scrum master moves the corresponding tasks from "to-do" into "getting done."
Finally, team members share if they feel unable to begin or continue a task due to an unmet dependency. The scrum master notes those dependencies and identifies which team members will need to have further discussion, outside of but immediately following the scrum meeting.
That's it—it may sound simple but it's highly effective at identifying workflow dependencies inside (and outside) of a team. An effective scrum master will keep the meeting duration to a minimum, as well as remove a few task barriers if possible.
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AMG a45 Mercedes Benz, is one of the most amazing cars. With amazing numbers in the nurburgring it's one of the most impressive hot hatches.
First off what is AMG.? Amg Aufrecht Melcher Großaspach (Mercedes Benz racing) specifically is the Mercedes division that works on high-performance cars. This is where the Formula One team "AMG Petronas" comes from, being the driver and constructor champions for the last 5 years and earning more points than all the other teams. Even though performance comes with a high price mark, this isn't necessarily the case for the a45. Tobias Moers AMG CEO wanted a high-performance car with a not so high price tag. This is the definition of the a45 a fire-breathing track demon that costs € 49,682.50, " For a car that is under 50 thousand euros the a45 is abnormal" stated (TCS student and Alejandro Gomez).
After very in-depth testing of 1 year owning and daily driving an a45 AMG we can conclude it is an incredibly intuitive car. It is a car that doesn't need an outstanding pilot to achieve high speeds, but in the case that there is an experienced pilot in the driver's seat, the a45 can Top off that. Its competitors can't do Like the BMW m240i. The M240 is a car that is very tough to drive and is a car that is only recommended for very experienced pilots. Instead, the a45 is a car that can follow a learning curve. You won't outgrow it too fast or too slow.
Some of the specs of the a45 AMG include a 0-62mph time of 4.2 seconds. A defect considering that its most aggressive competitor the RS3 has a 3.5 second 0-62 sprint. This is given to the fact that this car is centered on the Mercedes "4Matic" transmission. The "4Matic" transmission is a four wheel drive transmission that transfers the power from the 2.0 liter inline 4 381 hp engine crank directly to the four wheels thus making the a45 all of the power the engine can provide to the pavement with a very little loss of power. I think, the best overall hot Hatch is the A45 followed by the RS3. The A45 offers a true driving experience. You can almost feel a stick shift car when driving the A45. It also, shreds through turns and does a decent job on the 0-62 mile sprint.
The a45 AMG as a daily driver can be called a manageable headache. It has enough trunk space for grocery shopping or everyday tasks, but the problem comes to the car's height when it comes to speed bumps the front lip and rear diffuser will take a beating. Especially on Medellin's roads. Also, take into consideration that this is not a car for dirt roads or rocky roads. After one year of owning an a45, I have had six flat tires most of which after driving on dirt roads. Also, this car doesn't have a spare tire it has a special foam that you put into the tire, and it gives you about 30 extra miles of prolonged driving. Apart from this, the a45 is an excellent daily driver.
Some of the Competitors the a45 faces in the "HOT-HATCH" category (the one that includes vehicles in the a45 price range) include vehicles like the "Ford Focus RS," The "Audi RS3" and the "BMW m240i". All of this vehicles have ups and downs, but the a45s closest competitor has to be the Mighty RS3 Directly out of the oven from AUDI'S Headquarters. Unfortunately, the RS3 is not available in Colombia for purchase. Also, these vehicles have been known for having defective gearboxes. And there warranty service not being even close to what AMG has to offer. The "AMG performance center" A Mechanic station for Mercedes AMG vehicles only. This facility is open close to 24/7 operation for the client to have a pleasant experience.


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It's basically a given that anyone under the age of 30 remembers MTV original reality-TV smash hit The Jersey Shore. Whether you were a fan or a critic, you knew who Snooki, JWoww, and The Situation were, and through them probably learned more than you ever thought you would about dating, bronzer, and fighting on the boardwalk. What you may not have realized is you were also learning some valuable lessons about relationships.
To celebrate the recent news that cast member Sammi Giancola is engaged to her boyfriend of two years, Christian Biscardi, here is our list of 5 things we learned about relationships from Jersey Shore.
Cheating is never a good thing, but there's usually a reason why someone would even consider it. Instead of talking with Sammi about his uncertainties and insecurities, Ronnie cheated. This behavior continued even after the show wrapped, which is what ultimately ended their on again-off again dance for good.
While the Jersey Shore cast is famous for drunken partying and general debauchery, some of the cast members who coupled up focused their air-time and personal energy on working on their relationships.
Snooki and Jianni are a perfect example. They met through a hook up, ended up dating for a few months, broke it off after a huge blow out, and then tried again. Since then, they have had a child, got married, had another child and are currently living like adults.
Both Snooki and Jianni made the decision to work together as a team on their second try, with snooki toning down her partying and Jianni becoming more understanding of how Snooki is as a person. It's due to this work that the couple are still together today.
During the third season of the shows original run, Jwoww ended her long distance, much troubled relationship with then-boyfriend Tom Lippolis. It's completely rational to be upset when a long time relationship ends, however, Tom wanted to deal damage to Jwoww. He stole several of her possessions from the home they had shared, and locked her dogs inside the house with no food, water, or ventilation in 100+ degree temperatures. Jwoww had to go rescue her dogs (a scene which, of course, made it into that season of Jersey Shore).
When a person hears bad news, it's reasonable to be upset. What's important is how you handle it.
In season 3 of Jersey Shore, Ronnie and Sammi had an infamous blowout after Mike "The Situation" Sorrentino tells Sammi that Ronnie had cheated on her while they were still together. The Situation counsels her that the two of them have to move on from each other. Wise advice, Situation, except this is Jersey Shore, where mature behavior is as scarce as tasteful clothing and healthy skin. All of the unaddressed problems in the relationship came out in one epic blowout, in which Ronnie goes overboard and tries to remove her bed from their shared room–while she is still laying in it. After they're pried apart, he destroys a number of her things, throws her clothing off the balcony, and smashes her glasses.
Yes, they continued to have on-and-off dalliances for the remainder of the show's run, but this was the defining moment that everyone remembers.
Ronnie didn't deal with his emotions in a productive way. He didn't talk about why his feelings were hurt, nor did he acknowledge that it was his own indiscretions that lead up to that point. He didn't go out to take a breather, or channel his upset feelings into something else. He chose to violently remove Sammi from his space, which is never okay. In a relationship, is it necessary to think and process first before reacting.
There is only one couple from the Jersey Shore's original run that is still together, Snooki and Jianni, and even they had split up once before ultimately going back to one another.
No one wants to go through a break up, but sometimes it's the best course of action. In the case of Ronnie and Sam, the couple tried to make it work for almost 7 years and couldn't. Ultimately, the two of them moved on and were able to find happiness with someone else. As important as it is to put work, time, and effort into a relationship. it's just as important to know when it's time to move on.


Sneakers are really good shoes and very versatile. Brand makers offer so many variations; as a result, there are sneakers which are clearly for running or other outdoor sporting activities. There are even a few sneaker models which pass the test for wearing with formal clothing. We can all proudly say that our own individual feet are unique, and each of us has our own personal motivations for enjoying regular running. With that in mind, take a look at our picks for the best running sneakers below!
Our goal with these buyer guides is to provide you with a quick reference of the top products for you to consider. During our most recent review to ensure our guides continue to provide accurate and up to date information, we have added three new products for your consideration: the PUMA Men's Tazon 6 FM, the ASICS GEL Venture 5, and the PengCheng.
The Nike Juvenate is a lightweight flexible running sneaker that allows for breathability and comfort. Made of a high-quality material, it is built to last with an impeccable design.
This is a comfortable running sneaker. Reviewers like that it is lightweight and seamless. It has evenly distributed cushioning in the midsole for extra support. You can slip them on easily to go for a run and if you have difficulty finding a shoe that has a tongue that doesn't slip around you won't need to worry about that with this one because it doesn't have a tongue.
They have a mesh material on the top of the shoe to allow air to flow through easily so your feet can breathe. The rubber sole on the bottom is durable. Reviewers have noted that the mesh is a bit sensitive and can fall apart if not properly cared for.
The price of this running shoe runs from average to quite pricey but is definitely worth the investment since you would be getting a highly durable pair of running shoes.
The PUMA Tazon 6 FM is a great example of a high-quality running shoe that provides runners with a comfortable, supportive, durable, and stylish option for their running shoe needs. The shoe comes in different unique colors so there are many options available and it is a great option for beginning and seasoned runners who want a great shoe to add to their running attire.
When one looked at the upper portion of the PUMA Tazon 6 FM it is easy to see how the unique design allows for breathability and a great fit that makes it a perfect addition to your running gear wardrobe. Air can flow through the shoe as you run so your feet stay cool and dry and the interior material of the shoe is designed to help wick sweat away from the feet. It also is designed with great supportive insoles and superior cushioning and shock absorption properties.
These shoes are quite durable and the PUMA Tazon 6 FM continues the brand's great legacy of quality and durability that runners have come to expect from their shoes. The outsole of these shoes is specifically designed to enhance their durability and traction. Reviewers like the support and stability these shoes offer and most comment that they are happy with the durability and overall performance of the PUMA Tazon 6 FM.
The cost of this shoe is a bit on the expensive side, even for more seasons runners but it is important to look at the price tag along with all of the benefits you gain. The PUMA Men's Tazon 6 FM is a great investment for anyone who needs a pair of high quality running sneakers!
It's Oxford sneaker appearance boosts style and bags of very good comfort. The styling of this Skechers shoe means you can wear it for informal casual wear, running or other sports. Built-in air cooling memory foam ensures dry and comfortable feet while the upper is made from a soft foot embracing fabric.
The shoe gives exceptional arch support for running, though the shoe is nice for a ride it can even be worn with informal and formal clothing due to the classy Oxford styling built into the shoe appearance. You will get exceptional comfort and many runners have suggested a near "walking on a cloud" feeling. The shoe gives reliable resilience and comfort as a result of high-quality memory foam built into the midsole region.
All the materials used in conjunction with the construction of this shoe are designed with long lasting durability in mind, the shoe is a purchase which is made to last. The use of high performing durable quality materials blended with an exceptionally stylish silhouette means that the shoe is going to give long-term quality and durability because of the selective choice of materials put into building this shoe.
Yes, the price is higher than some other brands but the resulting quality, durability, comfort and stand-alone stylish appearance does ensure you get real value for your money. The Outsole has a good high level of surface traction even in slippery conditions. You get a unique style, comfort, stability, protection, and a lot of durabilities combined with quality.
The ASICS Gel-Lyte V is another pair that is considered a running sneaker that is cushioned and provides heel & arch support. With great style and design, this is definitely one of the better running shoe brands.
This is definitely one of the most comfortable running sneakers. It has arch & heel support that provides cushioning in the midsection of the shoe as well as the heel. Its mesh material will allow for ventilation and keep sweat away.
This is a durable running sneaker that has the rubber outsole providing durability and traction. The fact that it is made of a high-quality material saves you the cost of getting a new pair.
The price of these running shoes varies greatly from quite inexpensive to expensive in price. Either way, you know you are not making a wrong choice in having one in your collection.
The updated Gazelle retains a superb silhouette, a style which is appealingly classic. This shoe presents as attractive and stylish. The Adidas Gazelle is a very comfortable shoe with good stability, protective leather upper and very reliable surface traction. It's a good running shoe and equally at home as a really upmarket and good looking casual shoe.
As a soundly comfortable shoe, it has a nice stylish design which is very popular, wear these for running or wear them with any other type of clothing as casual shoes. Constructed with an Ortholite lining to ensure comfort and super comfortable insoles, runners are unanimous about the shoe giving very good arch support. The upper is constructed of high-quality leather which allows breathability, protection, and good comfort.
Durability is assured due to the shoe being constructed from top quality leather which assures longevity and leather is really easy to clean. Quality is beyond question when good quality leather is the main element used for making a shoe.
It is surprisingly affordable for a good quality leather shoe. Moreover, the shoe has a durable sole which gives very good traction on most standard surfaces.
When you are looking for stylish running shoes that feel as good as they look, ASICS is one brand many runners turn to. The ASICS GEL Venture 5 is the newest model from this respected brand that offers comfortable, durable, breathable, reliable running sneakers.
The ASICS GEL Venture 5 is reported by professional runners to be very comfortable and easy to wear. It is made with a specially designed breathable mesh overlay to enhance airflow so your feet are cool and dry even after the longest and most intense of workouts. Also, the ASICS GEL Venture 5 has been designed with added gel cushioning in the soles for better stability and support, regardless of the terrain.
The durability of these shoes is also superior as it has a strong outsole and midsole design which allows for a more natural foot fall and enhanced stability during your runs. Traction is good and the gel insoles of the ASICS GEL Venture 5 offer enhanced durability and longevity to the shoes.
The price tag associated with these running shoes is a bit pricy for some beginners but seasoned pros will recognize the value they offer and will see the benefits of investing in the ASICS GEL Venture 5 running shoe. If you are looking for a quality shoe that is worth the investment and that will serve you well for a long time to come then this is one who you do not want to pass up!
The ASICS GEL Evate 3 is a comfortable sneaker that provides stability and comfort for your run. The front and rear of the sneaker also have gel cushioning to reduce the amount of impact you feel when your foot hits the ground.
If you have difficulty with overpronation (foot rolls inward) or under pronation (flat feet, feet roll outwards) these shoes will allow for cushioning and stability in the right places. It is a breathable sneaker with mesh material allowing for air to flow easily through the shoe. The midsole of the sneaker is cushioned and allows compression and stability.
There is a vertical flex groove on the outsole that allows for stride efficiency. It is constructed to enhance your gait efficiency. The outsole abrasion is placed throughout the shoe in high areas of impact in order to promote durability.
The cost of this running shoe runs average to quite expensive in price. However, they are a very stylish and comfortable pair and this increases their value.
The Adidas Liquid Ride is a lightweight comfortable sneaker that is stylish and comfortable. The design makes it possible for the shoe to double up as a casual accessory.
This sneaker has mesh material on the top of the shoe to allow flexibility while you run. You will also benefit from the mesh material as it allows air to flow easily through the sneaker allowing your feet to breathe more easily. It also provides cushioning.
This sneaker is a good quality running shoe; it will be durable. The rubber outsole will provide traction and durability while you run.
The price of this running shoe is quite average in price. Therefore, you get a stylish, durable and comfortable Adidas pair that will maximize your performance on the track.
The Nike LunarGlide 7 Flash is a comfortable water repellent sneaker that is cushioned and provides support while you run.
Reviewers are pleased with the comfort of this running sneaker. It is lightweight and it has a cushioned underfoot. Its three-layer mesh in the toe box will help assist in repelling water. It has flywire cables that wrap around the midsection of the shoe for extra support and stability without feeling heavy.
This will be a quality durable running sneaker. Its outsole is pressure mapped for traction and durability. The rubber outsole has flex grooves to help with traction and flexibility.
The price of this running shoe varies from average to quite expensive, but it is worth every penny. It has a beautiful reflective design that increases safety in the dark.
The PengCheng running shoe is a great choice for runners looking for a basic shoe that is affordable and that meets a runner's basic needs. It is a basic shoe but is still rated as being very comfortable and supportive and is a good running sneaker that offers arch support and decent shock absorption.
Reviewers rate the PengCheng shoe as being a comfortable running shoe that is a great choice for beginning runners or as a backup shoe. It has a supportive sole and a cushioned insole for added comfort and stability. The design is simple but executed at a high level of quality that earns the PengCheng a place on our list. With a breathable mesh fabric covering on the shoe's top area this sneaker will allow your feet to breathe and stay cool even on longer runs and workout sessions.
If you want a quality shoe that is durable and that can handle the wear and tear of your daily runs then the PengCheng is a great place to start. There were some durability issues reported after extensive use but most runners find it to be a reliable shoe that serves its purpose and allows runners to have a durable yet affordable training shoe.
The price associated with the PengCheng running shoes varies depending on where you buy them and the color style you ultimately decide to go with. It is still a good investment and many professional runners find it a great choice for a standby shoe or a training shoe. For beginners, the PengCheng sneaker is a perfect choice to get them started on their running adventure!
Like any other pair, when reviewing the best running shoes, this is one of the most important criteria we used to evaluate quality. You need a pair of shoes that can fit your feet perfectly without causing you any discomfort. After all, we perform best on the track when comfortable. The most quality brands normally consider a wider variety of sizes for each individual. When they manufacture, width, breadth, height, heel space and other feet features are considered to create perfect sizing.
Another critical factor that determines which brand you would go for, regardless of the price. Durability as a criteria tells you which shoes have the best quality. Since in running, our feet will be under high pressure and friction. A durable shoe not only saves on the cost incurred when purchasing a paif, but it will protect your feet for the longest time.
Leather material and rubber soles would be an ideal set of material for a quality pair. However, with the current technology in shoe manufacture, companies have used methods to produce even tougher materials to make shoes. Nike and Addidas have been considered some of the best shoes beause of the technology used to make high quality durable material. A good running shoe should also be made of a comfortable material to make sure your feet are protected at all times.
The general outlook and design of a shoe matters a lot to most runners. We all want to put on fancy-looking shoes that may double up as casual wear. Therefore, this criteria was important for evaluation because athletes also value the design aspect in shoes when looking for the best pair. Some have extra features in cladding, tough sole and adjusted heel to boost comfort. Some of the best pair listed above are beautifully designed and come in various colors to suit their ranking.
Should have been amonst the first criteria on the list but I choose to put it last because most experienced runners would know the value of overlooking this creteria to determine a good shoe. Actually, most people would prefer to buy expensive shoes because they know that they are getting a good deal. Most cheap shoes do not have most or even all of the criterias listed above. They do not have a good design, good material and are mostly not durable. However, we want a pair that is affordable and worth the price we are getting them for. Otherwise, it would not be considered a very good pair.
With running sneakers, it can be tough to find a pair that is both stylish and supportive. Fortunately, there's an easy shortcut that will allow you to experience the best of both worlds: orthotic inserts. If you check your local sporting goods or shoe store you can find a nice pair of replaceable inserts that are perfect for running, training, or treating specific repetitive stress injuries.
Something that is frequently disregarded during the sneaker selection process is the laces. The fact is that laces can make or break a pair of sneakers and more thought should be given to them than simply tying them up and hiding them from view. Anything from swapping them out for a different color scheme to investing in no-tie laces can vastly improve your experience and appearance.
Brand makers offer so many variations; as a result, there are sneakers which are clearly for running or other outdoor sporting activities. There are even a few sneaker models which pass the test for wearing with formal clothing. We can all proudly say that our own individual feet are unique, and each of us has our own personal motivations for enjoying regular running.
q: Can I get injured easily running on hard surface?
No. In fact, running makes your muscles stronger and keeps your body fit. Therefore, it does not matter which terrain you are running on because the more you do it, the stronger you will become.
q: Does it matter which shoes I am using to run? Can't I run in my sandles or even casual shoes?
Yes it does. Running shoes are made of the highest quality material and are build to protect your feet. You are guaranteed heel protection and a smooth stride when you have the perfect shoes. Moreover, the cushioning and rubber soles in most of these shoes increases your performance.
q: Do I need different pairs for different terrains?
Not really. Most good running shoes are built to be used on both soft and rough terrains. They do not wear easily and provide the best cushioning to help you overcome any terrain you will be running on. Normally, go for shoes that are tested and known brands and you will certainly know you are doing it right.
q: Can running shoes boost my performance and make me run faster?
It is all in your effort on the track. What running shoes do is to make you feel comfortable and protect your feet when running. They do not have a special design to make you run faster of for longer period but that all depends on your effort. the more you train with running shoes on, the better you will get.


Thanks to Dan Bolles over at Seven Days for taking a listen to our new EP "Totem". We think he likes us!
"Totem" is now available for pre-order on iTunes!
You can now pre-order our upcoming EP "Totem" (set to be released on December 8th) through iTunes!
Our Totem EP is due out December 8th! Check out the first two singles now!
New single "Raise Your Head" out now!
We are pumped to announce the release of "Raise Your Head", the first single from our upcoming ep Totem!
You can listen to it on Spotify, iTunes, Google play, or anywhere else you bump your tunes!
In honor of one of our favorite holidays, we're taking over the old Vergennes Opera House on Saturday October 28th and transform it into a wild and spooky rock and roll party!
Our Masquerade Ball is all ages, and all costumes are encouraged!
Tickets are available at: https://gangofthievesvoh.eventbrite.com/ as well as at Classic Stitching in downtown Vergennes.


Our goal is 100% customer satisfaction on every tool we build.
Turn Key Tool & Die, Inc was formed on the principle that the customer comes first. With a combined total of 70 years of experience, the owners of Turn Key Tool & Die are capable of providing their customers with high quality Die Cast Tools and Trim Dies at an affordable price. Turn Key management and employees work together to insure that the quality of their product is best in the industry.
Our tools produce higher quality castings resulting in lower scrap rates. We strive to provide economical tooling, exceptional customer service, and the highest quality possible along with the goal of 100% on time delivery. To ensure the quality of our tools we invest in the latest machining technology and constantly improve our design and machining processes.
Our design engineers work with our customers during all phases of a project to understand their requirements and ensure the highest quality product.
We only use NADCA or GM certified steels and various materials from qualified suppliers. Steel shipments are approved only after reviewing the certifications to ensure the best heats are selected for your tooling.
Preventive maintenance, mold rebuilding, engineering changes, welding and mold base refurbishing.
The owners of Turn key Tool & Die, have a combined total of 70 years of experience. This experience allows the company to provide their customers with a cost efficient tools and Dies. The tools has a low scrap rate and higher quality casting. The customer receives the highest quality possible. We provide and economical and product die with the goal of 100% on time delivery.
We keep our machines to the latest technologies and keep improving our process.


Through CMI's established dialogue platform, emerging professionals from all sides of the conflict divides are reaching out to various groups within their societies, including marginalised ones such as youth, displaced people, refugees and radicals. Through capacity-building and study visits to other conflict areas, we help emerging professionals to design impact-oriented and more inclusive peacebuilding initiatives ranging from research and interviews to filmmaking.
Kvinna till Kvinna supports six local women's organisations that work across the conflict divide to strengthen Armenian and Azerbaijani women's ability to play a more active part in grassroots peacebuilding efforts and influence decisions that affect their lives. An important component is giving opportunities to these women to meet and share experiences, fostering solidarity and trust between each other. These women work in their communities to empower conflict-affected women and youth. We train local women how to advocate for women's rights in the peace process, and communicate to local and international decision-makers the message that women are important actors for peace and should be included in decision-making that shapes the future of their societies.
Conciliation Resources works with Armenian and Azerbaijani partners to engage their societies in internal dialogue around peacebuilding and conflict transformation, including in Nagorno-Karabakh. Through targeted film screenings, roundtable discussions and other activities local partners reach out to various groups, including displaced persons and youth.
International Alert supported a series of discussion events on lessons from other conflicts, where hundreds of people in marginalised communities, including those who do not usually have opportunities to engage in the debate, discussed peacebuilding possibilities through a new lens. Our local outreach methodology addresses the need for a more intensive internal reflection on the costs of the conflict, and constructively and sensitively visualises how communities perceive and understand peace.


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It can now be made easier to get a cheap car rental as the petrol price has fallen rapidly over the past seven months. This has caused problems for those countries exporting this commodity but other companies have been aloud to to expand because of a greater discretionary income.
The US are producing more oil than they know what to do with due to this new cracking method that extracts the oil from below the earth's surface. Also there is weak demand in some countries due to the financial crisis. OPEC is determined not to cut production as a way to prop up prices.
The good news for us as car users is that petrol is becoming so cheap but this means there are price wars starting to happen as oil suppliers increase and supermarkets engage in a price war. Low cost supermarkets such as Asda and Tesco were facing stiff competition from discount brands such as Aldi and Lidl.
With all this debating going on over the fuel prices I wonder if it is the electric cars we should be looking towards?


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"I Do Not Mean to Frown on Everything the Men Propose": California's First Assemblywomen in the Forty-Third Session of the Legislature, 1919
Out of the Shadows and into Politics: The Experiences of Chinese American Women in the American West
From Socialite to Public Servant: Luella Johnston and the Evolution of "True Womanhood" in Sacramento
"The Future of Women in Government Is Indeed a Bright One": March Fong Eu and Mid-century California Politics
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It may not be an exaggeration to say that today's Korean pop charts are literally "occupied" by boy bands and girl groups such as the Wonder Girls and TVXQ, whose members are in their late teens and early 20s and dance to computerized hip-hop music.
This trend is making it harder than ever to watch sophisticated performances by middle-aged artists on the small screen particularly during primetime hours.
Lim Jin-mo, one of the country's most influential music critics, said the unbalanced exposure of singers to the media will undermine K-pop's international competitiveness and eventually devastate the country's breeding ground for young musical prodigies.
1st week of November the week for the Korean singers on Oricon Chart?
Members of Downtown (T/N from Japan show "Downtown no Gaki no Tsukai ya Arahende") comedy group, an actor-director Hitoshi Matsumoto attended the press conference of "New World Culture" the 14th Pusan International Film Festival on October 10th, 4:30 pm at New World Haeundae Centum City Hall.
Matsumoto Hitoshi is currently hosting a music program in Fuji TV called "Hey Hey Hey Music Champ". He showed a deep affection to Korean singers who are advancing to Japan such as BoA, TVXQ, and SS501.
"There are a lot of Korean singers who come to the music program I'm hosting in. I met with TVXQ and BoA and they left me a purely good impression. They're sincere and having good attitude without thinking that they're actually popular group there." he praised highly.


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Obama: US re-establishing relations with Cuba
Obama's announcement marked an abrupt use of executive power
Obama: US re-establishing relations with Cuba Obama's announcement marked an abrupt use of executive power Check out this story on theleafchronicle.com: http://leafne.ws/1AHTkH6
JULIE PACE and MATTHEW LEE, Associated Press Published 11:50 a.m. CT Dec. 17, 2014
epa04532700 US President Barack Obama delivers an address to the Nation in the Cabinet Room of the White House, in Washington, DC, USA, 17 December 2014. The leaders of the United States and Cuba have agreed to restore diplomatic relations and plan the opening of embassies in each other's capitals as soon as possible, Obama administration officials said on 17 December. EPA/Doug Mills / POOL(Photo: EPA)
WASHINGTON – President Barack Obama announced the re-establishment of diplomatic relations as well as an easing in economic and travel restrictions on Cuba Wednesday, declaring an end to America's "outdated approach" to the communist island in a historic shift that aims to bring an end to a half-century of Cold War enmity.
"Isolation has not worked," Obama said in remarks from the White House. "It's time for a new approach."
As Obama spoke, Cuban President Raul Castro addressed his own nation from Havana. Obama and Castro spoke by phone for more than 45 minutes Tuesday, the first substantive presidential-level discussion between the U.S. and Cuba since 1961.
Obama's announcement marked an abrupt use of executive power. However, he cannot unilaterally end the longstanding U.S. economic embargo on Cuba, which was passed by Congress and would require action from lawmakers to overturn.
Wednesday's announcements followed more than a year of secret talks between the U.S. and Cuba. The re-establishment of diplomatic ties was accompanied by Cuba's release of American Alan Gross and the swap of a U.S. spy held in Cuba for three Cubans jailed in Florida.
Obama said Gross' five-year imprisonment had been a "major obstacle" in normalizing relations. Gross arrived at an American military base just outside Washington Wednesday, accompanied by his wife and a handful of U.S. lawmakers. He went immediately into a meeting with Secretary of State John Kerry.
As part of resuming diplomatic relations with Cuba, the U.S. will soon reopen an embassy in the capital of Havana and carry out high-level exchanges and visits between the governments. The U.S. is also easing travel bans to Cuba, including for family visits, official U.S. government business and educational activities. Tourist travel remains banned.
Licensed American travelers to Cuba will now be able to return to the U.S. with $400 in Cuban goods, including tobacco and alcohol products worth less than $100 combined. This means the long-standing ban on importing Cuban cigars is over, although there are still limits.
The U.S. is also increasing the amount of money Americans can send to Cubans from $500 to $2,000 every three months. Early in his presidency, Obama allowed unlimited family visits by Cuban-Americans and removed a $1,200 annual cap on remittances. Kerry is also launching a review of Cuba's designation as a state sponsor of terror.
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PartnerShip has over 20 years of experience building and managing LTL freight, small package, and tradeshow shipping programs for dozens of industry groups, over a hundred associations, and thousands of small businesses nationwide. We also provide specialized solutions that address many small business needs, including storage, invoice consolidation, and inbound shipment management, among others.
With the New Year approaching, it's time to look at the UPS and FedEx rate increases for 2018 and how they will affect your costs. In September, FedEx announced an average increase of 4.9% on Express and Ground services. UPS joined the party in October, announcing that they will also be increasing their rates by an average of 4.9%. The new UPS rates will take effect on December 24, 2017, while FedEx will be instating them a week later on January 1, 2018.


David Rockwell designed the interiors for the Oscars green room at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles. Features included a life-sized Oscar statuette at the entryway, light grey oak chevron wood flooring and a feature wall with off-white Venetian plaster finish and displays photographs of films from the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences (AMPAS) archives, co-curated by Oscar-winning actress Susan Sarandon and David Rockwell.
Milan-based consultancy Alquimia WRG has designed the HaiQ app, which aims to 'rescue and entertain' creatives. The app randomly selects Instagram pictures taken in the surroundings and 'proposes an enlightened vision on the things around us' by adding an inspirational thought, based on the idea of ancient Japanese haikus.
Bulletproof has designed the packaging for Strongbow cider's new Citrus Edge variant, a cider cut with lemon and lime. the designs are 'modern, yet masculine', according to Bulletproof. The consultancy rebranded Strongbow in 2012.
Manchester-based digital consultancy Bliss has produced a global app for Umbro to 'celebrate great goals'. The app encourages players to upload videos of themselves or their friends scoring a goal which is then judged by World Cup winner and former Brazilian international Roberto Carlos. The five best goal scorers will be flown to Brazil to meet Carlos.
Seymourpowell has designed a new luxury bathroom range for Ideal Standard. The Dea range aims to 'combine beautiful style and design with solid functionality and ease of use', says the consultancy.
Netherlands-based consultancy Cartils has been appointed as design partner for Italian water brand Acqua Panna.
Ave Design has created the event identity and print materials for The Gig Company's Heart Of Gold fundraiser for charity Kids Company.
The Jerwood Gallery in Hastings has redesigned its café, with a new look by local consultancies 44th Hill, Hastings & Bexhill Wood Recycling and Philip Oakley Illuminations inspired by the gallery's coastal site. Dark walls aim to reflect the surrounding fishermans' net huts and external tiles which clad the gallery; and wooden tables feature a herringbone design to reflect the fish and the boats on the fishing beach.
Holmes Wood has designed a series of wayfinding installations for Birmingham shopping centre The Mailbox. These include a 4.5m-tall doorway and lamp, which will be used throughout the year as canvases for art and cultural campaigns.
Cambridge-based consultancy Igentics has designed a new website for The UK Creative Industries, which provides statistics, case studies and news on the UK's creative industries.
Brown Studio has designed the interiors of the new Warehouse flagship on London's Oxford Street. The look and feel is inspired by 'the converted warehouses of New York's Meat Packing district and Soho', says the consultancy, and features exposed brick walls and rough rendered panels; and a staircase of metal, poured concrete and back-lit glass.
Motion graphics consultancy FullScream has created idents for Sky Cinema Oscar, a film channel showing Oscar-awarded films. You can view the work here. FullScream has just opened its firth London office, expanding its former from Milan.
Blacksheep has designed the interiors for Red's True Barbecue restaurant and bar in Manchester. The look and feel aims to reflect 'traditional American low n slow style barbecuing', says Blacksheep.
Designer Sarah Hyndman is taking her Type Tasting venture to the South by Southwest (SXSW) festival in Texas, America this weekend, running a day long 'Global Lettering Workshop'. Case studies used at the session include how typography and signage can reveal details about an area, based on Dalston in east London.
A Behaviour Changing (ABC) Syringe, developed by Dr. David Swann from the University of Huddersfield, has won the World Design Impact Prize, which 'recognises excellence and diverse ways of addressing societal challenges.' The ABC Syringe is an intelligent label that provides an easy way to recognise which syringes have been used and which have not; aiming to cut down on the spread of infection of diseases such as HIV.
The Workroom has designed a new campaign for National Bingo Game from the NBGA (National Bingo Game Association). The campaign is based on the idea SHOUT, showing 'what makes a Winning Shout pose', such as that used by athlete Usain Bolt.
DewGibbons + Partners has designed new packaging for Pure, Waitrose's own-label beauty range. The new designs use floral patterns by fabric and wallpaper designer Sabine Reinhart and a 'simple and understated' logo and typography, according to the consultancy.
Consultancy IncrediBull has rebranded US company NCR, which runs global transactions. At the core of the refreshed identity is work created by Saul Bass, who devised the NCR logo back in 1996.
Liverpool-based consultancy Liquid has refreshed the identity for Cabfind.com, which sells transport management software solutions and manages the private hire transport needs of corporate clients and the public sector. The new brand features an abstracted globe, 'which is given dynamism and movement by four curved lines,' says Liquid.
Martin Dawe Brand Design has created new packaging and branding for Musgraves sandwich range. The new packs feature food imagery and copywriting by Monique Holtman, with buzzwords such as 'fluffy', 'tasty' and 'fresh'.
Do we want happy, vacuous brands?


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The Steelers completed their first week of OTA practices on Thursday and one of the key points that were addressed was the aggressive coaching philosophy that new offensive line coach Adrian Klemm brings to the table.
"I feel like there is a little more intensity, Steelers guard Kevin Dotson said of Klemm. "There is more aggression even the way we come off the blocks. Even the verbiage he uses in meetings is way more aggressive. Not just saying 'get the blocks,' but 'run through his face.' He is using more aggressive terms and I feel like that pushes our mindset in that way."
Klemm has talked about becoming more physical on the offensive line throughout the offseason, which fits Dotson and offensive tackle Zach Banner perfectly, as they are both road graders.
"I want to be more of that aggressive guy. I am kind of aggressive already. I want to be that guy that they just know he is going to do extra; you better make sure you are ready for this game type of guy for the defensive line," Dotson said. "I am trying to improve upon that. I want to be conditioned enough to be able to go the whole game, going 100 percent."
Klemm is a blue-collar, no-nonsense type of coach and knows what it takes to build a winning culture. Klemm was a part of three Super Bowl-winning teams when he was with the Patriots from 2000-2004. He was also coached by Dante Scarnecchia in New England, who's considered as one of the be


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Decentralisation is a means to improve access to services and engage citizens and community representatives in public affairs and decision-making. We suggest reforms and best practice in order to strenghten the local political capacity.
SKL International's decentralisation reform services are specified through a close cooperation with our clients, often donors, ministries, and local or regional authority associations. The clients' requests vary from supporting the development of comprehensive policies to implementation plans and roll-outs for beneficiaries and donors.
By piloting certain reforms, we also strive to build good practice upon which to base a concept for roll-out on a wider regional and/or national level. Pilot reforms can for example relate to the instalment of key roles and functions, procedures and processes that increase local decision-making and improve service delivery.
In the Tunisia Local Governance Pilot Project, SKL International has partnered with the National Federation of Tunisian Cities (FNVT). The project aims to provide immediate exposure and analysis to Tunisian local actors in order to help them define and advocate for the most optimal system of regional and local government. The tasks in this project include forming a working group on decentralization, providing regional consultations and a detailed study to outline options for territorial reform, and to transfer competencies to future local government units.


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Now Playing Dec. 11-18: Theaters
By Staff Report , Herald-Tribune
/ Thursday, December 11, 2014
PROFESSIONAL THEATER
"BLACK NATIVITY": A rousing and joyous telling of the nativity story with poetry by Langston Hughes, soul-stirring performances of secular and religious holiday music and some vibrant dancing gets you in the spirit. (Reviewed by Jay Handelman.) Through Dec. 21. Westcoast Black Theatre, 1646 10th Way. 366-1505; wbttroupe.org
"DANCING IN THE STREETS WITH THE PRIMA DONNETTES": A sequel to last year's hit "The Prima Donnettes," featuring a female singing quartet performing hits from the 1950s and '60s, will have audiences singing in their seats if not necessarily dancing out the door. (Reviewed by Susan Rife). Through Feb. 5. John C. Court Cabaret, Florida Studio Theatre, 1247 First St., Sarasota. 366-9000; floridastudiotheatre.org
"DANCING LESSONS": Mark St. Germain's play about the unfolding of a relationship through dancing lessons when a young man seeks the instruction of a Broadway dancer who has been sidelined with injuries. Dec. 12-Feb. 27. Florida Studio Theatre, Keating Theatre, 1241 N. Palm Ave. 366-9000; floridastudiotheatre.org
"HAIRSPRAY": A lively and colorful production of the Tony Award-winning hit, led by Brooke Shapiro delivering a high-energy performance as the overweight Tracy Turnblad, ready to change the world in her small little part of 1960s Baltimore. (Reviewed by Jay Handelman.) Through Jan. 4. Florida Studio Theatre, Keating Mainstage, 1241 N. Palm Ave. 366-9000; floridastudiotheatre.org
"OUT OF BOUNDS": FST Improv returns with this team format show where two groups compete for the most audience laughs. Through Jan. 3. Bowne's Lab Theatre, Florida Studio Theatre, 1247 First St. 366-9000; floridastudiotheatre.org
"SOUTH PACIFIC": Romance sweeps over you in a beautifully intimate production of Rodgers and Hammerstein's classic musical, with robust voices giving new life to familiar songs in the story about two couples facing obstacles on a Pacific island during World War II. (Reviewed by Jay Handelman.) Through Dec. 28. Asolo Repertory Theatre, Mertz Mainstage, 5555 N. Tamiami Trail. 351-8000; asolorep.org
"LAUGHTER ON THE 23RD FLOOR": Inspired by Neil Simon's experience as a staff writer for Sid Caesar's "Your Show of Shows," a comedic drama about a group of writers scrambling to come up with the best jokes while wooing the star of the show. Through Dec. 14. Raymond James Theatre,163 Third St. N., St. Petersburg. (727) 823-7529; americanstage.org
"THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA": A new touring production of Andrew Lloyd Webber's classic Tony-winning musical now stars "The Voice" finalist Chris Mann as the masked Phantom who is in love with and tries to help the career of rising opera star Christine Daae. Dec. 17-Jan. 4. Morsani Hall, Straz Center for the Performing Arts, 1010 N. MacInnes Place, Tampa. (813) 229-7827; strazcenter.org
BAY AREA IMPROV THEATRE "BAIT": Every third Sun., 8 p.m. This improvisational show experiments with mid to long "improv" and unscripted scenes, also working in some games. It is fun for both audiences who want to participate or just watch and laugh. Raymond James Theatre, 163 Third St. N, St. Petersburg. $15. (727) 823-7529; americanstage.org
"THE MEMORY": This improvisational show uses audience suggestions to create comedic short plays. Every first Sunday, 8 p.m. Raymond James Theatre, 163 3rd St. N., St. Petersburg. $15 or pay-what-you-can at the door. (727) 823-7529; americanstage.org
"A CHRISTMAS STORY": Based on the classic holiday movie, a musical about a small town Indiana boy named Ralphie who will do anything to get a Red Rider BB gun for Christmas. Through Dec. 21. The Players Theatre, 838 Tamiami Trail. 365-2494; theplayers.org
"GHOSTLIGHT: SEASON SPIRIT": The Booker High School Visual & Performing Arts program presents a winter season musical revue. Through Dec. 13. VPA Theatre, 3201 N. Orange Ave. 355-2967
"AMAHL AND THE NIGHT VISITORS": Inspired by the Biblical tale of the Three Kings, a Christmas opera by Gian Carlo Menotti about a young crippled boy living with his mother who encounters the wise men as they journey to meet the Christ child. Through Dec. 21. Manatee Players, Stone Hall, Manatee Performing Arts Center, 502 3rd Ave. W.. manateeplayers.org
"MEET ME IN ST. LOUIS": Inspired by the 1944 movie, a romantic musical about the Smith family's four daughters as they come of age on the cusp of the 1904 St. Louis World's Fair. Through Dec. 21. Manatee Players, Stone Hall, Manatee Performing Arts Center, 502 3rd Ave. W. manateeplayers.org
"REGRETS ONLY": A Park Avenue-set comedy about Manhattan manners, following the lives of an attorney, his socialite wife and their closest friend, a highly successful fashion designer. Through Dec. 14. Island Players, 10009 Gulf Drive, Anna Maria. 778-5755; theislandplayers.org
"THE GREAT AMERICAN TRAILER PARK CHRISTMAS MUSICAL": A Christmastime story about a trailer park in fictional Starke, Florida with a plethora of colorful characters, including the village Scrooge. Through Dec. 21. Venice Theatre Cabaret, Pinkerton Stage, 140 W. Tampa Ave.. 488-1115; venicestage.com
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The Philosophy of Qutb Al-Din Shirazi; a Study in the Integration of Islamic Philosophy
John Tuthill Walbridge
Dissertation, Harvard University (1983)
Qutb al-Din al-Shirazi's life spanned the last two thirds of the seventh/thirteenth centuries. A student of Nasir al-Din al-Tusi, he was involved in the revival of Peripatetic philosophy and science that occurred at Maraghah under his influence. He was significant as a transitional figure, combining Suhrawardi's Illuminative philosophy with the revived Avicennism of his teacher. His commentary on Suhrawardi's Philosophy of Illumination was the main vehicle through which this work was studied by later Iranian philosophers. He was also associated with Ibn Arabi's most important student, Sadr al-Din al-Qunawi. ;Suhrawardi's Philosophy of Illumination contained a new "Science of Light", expressed largely in symbols, intended to provide a reformed basis for physics and metaphysics. Qutb al-Din frequently translated these views into Peripatetic terminology so as to make the relationships between the two systems clearer. Qutb al-Din's Pearly Crown is a popular account of philosophy, incorporating and elaborating much of Suhrawardi's philosophy but omitting or disguising the most controversial and esoteric aspects--especially those related to the World of Image, the Afterlife, and reincarnation. ;Qutb al-Din developed further the notion of the "World of Image." This "fourth world" served both philosophical and religious purposes. His ideas on reincarnation and the cyclical nature of time were especially distinctive and were developed beyond the views found in The Philosophy of Illumination. ;Also included in this dissertation are an annotated bibliography of Qutb al-Din's works and their known manuscripts and an edition and translation of his "Epistle Ascertaining the Reality of the World of Image" {Risalah fi Tahqiq )Alam al-Mithal}
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class MathUtil {
    /**
     * Convert a value from degrees to radians.
     * @param {!number} deg Value in degrees.
     * @return {!number} Equivalent value in radians.
     */
    static degToRad (deg) {
        return deg * Math.PI / 180;
    }

    /**
     * Convert a value from radians to degrees.
     * @param {!number} rad Value in radians.
     * @return {!number} Equivalent value in degrees.
     */
    static radToDeg (rad) {
        return rad * 180 / Math.PI;
    }

    /**
     * Clamp a number between two limits.
     * If n < min, return min. If n > max, return max. Else, return n.
     * @param {!number} n Number to clamp.
     * @param {!number} min Minimum limit.
     * @param {!number} max Maximum limit.
     * @return {!number} Value of n clamped to min and max.
     */
    static clamp (n, min, max) {
        return Math.min(Math.max(n, min), max);
    }

    /**
     * Keep a number between two limits, wrapping "extra" into the range.
     * e.g., wrapClamp(7, 1, 5) == 2
     * wrapClamp(0, 1, 5) == 5
     * wrapClamp(-11, -10, 6) == 6, etc.
     * @param {!number} n Number to wrap.
     * @param {!number} min Minimum limit.
     * @param {!number} max Maximum limit.
     * @return {!number} Value of n wrapped between min and max.
     */
    static wrapClamp (n, min, max) {
        const range = (max - min) + 1;
        return n - (Math.floor((n - min) / range) * range);
    }

    /**
     * Convert a value from tan function in degrees.
     * @param {!number} angle in degrees
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     */
    static tan (angle) {
        angle = angle % 360;
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        case -270:
        case 90:
            return Infinity;
        case -90:
        case 270:
            return -Infinity;
        default:
            return parseFloat(Math.tan((Math.PI * angle) / 180).toFixed(10));
        }
    }

    /**
     * Given an array of unique numbers,
     * returns a reduced array such that each element of the reduced array
     * represents the position of that element in a sorted version of the
     * original array.
     * E.g. [5, 19. 13, 1] => [1, 3, 2, 0]
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     */
    static reducedSortOrdering (elts) {
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        return elts.map(e => sorted.indexOf(e));
    }

    /**
     * Return a random number given an inclusive range and a number in that
     * range that should be excluded.
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     * For instance, (1, 5, 3) will only pick 1, 2, 4, or 5 (with equal
     * probability)
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     * @param {number} lower - The lower bound (inlcusive)
     * @param {number} upper - The upper bound (inclusive), such that lower <= upper
     * @param {number} excluded - The number to exclude (MUST be in the range)
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     * @param {number} iMax input range maximum
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     * @param {number} oMax output range maximum
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package brooklyn.entity.nosql.redis;

import static org.testng.Assert.assertEquals;

import java.util.Collection;
import java.util.List;
import java.util.concurrent.Callable;

import org.testng.annotations.AfterMethod;
import org.testng.annotations.BeforeMethod;
import org.testng.annotations.Test;

import brooklyn.entity.basic.ApplicationBuilder;
import brooklyn.entity.basic.Entities;
import brooklyn.entity.group.DynamicCluster;
import brooklyn.entity.proxying.EntitySpec;
import brooklyn.entity.trait.Startable;
import brooklyn.location.Location;
import brooklyn.location.basic.LocalhostMachineProvisioningLocation;
import brooklyn.test.Asserts;
import brooklyn.test.EntityTestUtils;
import brooklyn.test.entity.TestApplication;

import com.google.common.collect.ImmutableList;

public class RedisClusterIntegrationTest {

    private TestApplication app;
    private Location loc;
    private RedisCluster cluster;

    @BeforeMethod(alwaysRun=true)
    public void setup() {
        app = ApplicationBuilder.newManagedApp(TestApplication.class);
        loc = new LocalhostMachineProvisioningLocation();
    }

    @AfterMethod(alwaysRun=true)
    public void shutdown() {
        if (app != null) Entities.destroyAll(app.getManagementContext());
    }

    @Test(groups = { "Integration" })
    public void testRedisClusterReplicates() throws Exception {
        final String key = "mykey";
        final String val = "1234567890";

        cluster = app.createAndManageChild(EntitySpec.create(RedisCluster.class)
                .configure(DynamicCluster.INITIAL_SIZE, 3));
        app.start(ImmutableList.of(loc));

        EntityTestUtils.assertAttributeEqualsEventually(cluster, Startable.SERVICE_UP, true);

        RedisStore master = cluster.getMaster();
        List<RedisSlave> slaves = ImmutableList.<RedisSlave>copyOf((Collection)cluster.getSlaves().getMembers());

        assertEquals(slaves.size(), 3);

        JedisSupport viaMaster = new JedisSupport(master);
        viaMaster.writeData(key, val);
        assertEquals(viaMaster.readData(key), val);

        for (RedisSlave slave : slaves) {
            final JedisSupport viaSlave = new JedisSupport(slave);
            Asserts.succeedsEventually(new Callable<Void>() {
                @Override public Void call() throws Exception {
                    assertEquals(viaSlave.readData(key), val);
                    return null;
                }});
        }

        // Check that stopping slave will not stop anything else
        // (it used to stop master because wasn't supplying port!)
        slaves.get(0).stop();
        EntityTestUtils.assertAttributeEqualsEventually(slaves.get(0), Startable.SERVICE_UP, false);

        assertEquals(master.getAttribute(Startable.SERVICE_UP), Boolean.TRUE);
        for (RedisSlave slave : slaves.subList(1, slaves.size())) {
            assertEquals(slave.getAttribute(Startable.SERVICE_UP), Boolean.TRUE);
        }

        // Check that stopping cluster will stop everything
        cluster.stop();

        EntityTestUtils.assertAttributeEqualsEventually(cluster, Startable.SERVICE_UP, false);
        assertEquals(master.getAttribute(Startable.SERVICE_UP), Boolean.FALSE);
        for (RedisSlave slave : slaves) {
            assertEquals(slave.getAttribute(Startable.SERVICE_UP), Boolean.FALSE);
        }
    }
}


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