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50 Celebrities With a History of Protest
Chris Compendio
Chris Compendio Published: October 5, 2020
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When there are so many perceived injustices observed by society, the first reaction from ordinary citizens is to organize and mobilize the masses to fight for change. This can take on the forms of petitions and donations, but many will take to the streets and march, protest, give speeches, and spread the word to others. In the past several decades, entertainers and other types of celebrities have contributed to a number of causes.
Because these celebrities have a platform, whether it is general public interest from being followed by the tabloids, or in more recent decades, a large social media following, whatever cause they support will instantly garner more attention. Celebrities may create organizations and other initiatives to support protesting citizens, speak at rallies and protests, or use televised platforms such as award ceremonies to promote a certain issue.
The issues that celebrities highlight cover a large range, including animal cruelty, police brutality, government surveillance, military action, environmental injustice, and civil rights relating to Black Americans or LGBTQ+ citizens. The fame that a number of celebrities have garnered is partially due to the work they have done in advocating and promoting these topics to the general public and the news at large.
Most recently, 2020 brought worldwide protests against police brutality in support of the Black Lives Matter movement, stemming from the killings of Breonna Taylor and George Floyd. Several celebrities have been observed as taking part in these in-person protests. With all of these famous names also out in the streets, the role of the celebrity in these moments in time of social strife has been brought into a discussion.
Stacker looked back in history for other similar moments in time: the Vietnam War, the civil rights movement, governmental action against communism, Proposition 8, and several environmental incidents are included. Through news articles, listicles, and retrospectives, Stacker has compiled a list of 50 celebrities of different races fighting for different causes who have a history of participating in protests or have made significant news through their participation.
Celebrities With a History of Protest
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OverTraining is a major concern nowadays, among everyone whether they are male or female.
They don't understand that doing gym more than the required limit will cause a catabolic stress in their muscles which will definitely reduce their gains.
Overtraining is a process of giving your body more stress and work it can handle, by giving your body so much overload through a workout by exercising faster than their body can repair the muscle repair.
Appropriate Time for a Workout is 45 min to 1-hour maximum not beyond it, or else the body will be completed in a catabolic state and it will start breaking down the body, it doesn't matter how heavy you are lifting in the gym.
Nowadays it is very much common in a gym, where people are doing a workout for more than 1 hour, just to impress others or by just copying the workout pattern of other celebrities.
Muscle Soreness is caused by heavy workouts, which causes muscle tissues to break down due to overtraining which causes a huge amount of pressure on to the muscle fibers, which causes muscle pain.
Starting a workout or a new exercise first time or after a long break of time.
Adding a new variation to the workout.
Increase the intensity of the exercise like a number of sets, amount of reps, weight, etc.
Shortening the rest periods between two exercises or sets.
Doing overtraining will make you weaker by stopping your gains, as because of lack of rest and muscle repair your body hit a plateau much faster.
Doing the same workout each day.
The same intensity of workouts.
Due to overtraining the muscle recovery process becomes slow, the muscle does not get time to recover due to which it stopped growing and this is the worst case scenario for the body.
Body Becomes too much catabolic or breaks down of muscles.
No Proper rest given to muscles in a form of OFF day.
Wastage of Protein Synthesis process due to lack of rest.
The strength of muscles is also started to drop due to overtraining which makes muscle to lift lighter weights as the fast twitch muscle fiber do not have proper strength to use muscle glycogen for a heavy lift for a Low Repetitions and High-Intensity workouts & slow twitch muscle fiber can't be able to use the glucose properly for High Repetitions & Low-Intensity workouts.
No OFF day is given to the body.
Body hits a plateau due to too much training.
Insomnia is caused by overtraining due to which a person can't be able to sleep properly. Therefore due to which a person face problems like lack of muscle growth, no fat loss, weakness, depression, lack of energy, increase in stress levels, poor focusing power, etc.
Overtraining can cause injury at any time and place, therefore a person must always be aware of his or her body, or always consider a spotter whenever they are performing power movements which are involving strength and explosiveness.
Too much intensity during a workout.
This is a common problem which is faced by the persons who are doing overtraining, there have uneven heart rate issues which sometimes speed up their metabolism and sometimes slow it down.
Yes, it is right, overtraining not only affects the body externally but it also affects the body internally by weakens the immune system, which will make you vulnerable for any kind of disease that can attack you at any time.
Overtraining can cause a rapid weight loss, due to which the metabolism of the body increased because of overtraining which also causes lack of hunger with fewer sugar cravings.
These are the major side effects which are caused by overtraining, whether it is in a gym or outside.
Remember one thing overtraining not only involves in bodybuilding or strength workouts but also included in endurance workouts like sprinting, marathon, HIIT, cardio, etc.
Training your body is really important but it doesn't mean that you don't give your body too much time to grow by becoming so much catabolic, that anabolic process doesn't take place in your body which will help you to gain muscles or lose body fat.
Any growth in our body takes place when we give our body complete rest, which is the Anabolic Window for Growth, therefore never try to miss this window or else all blood and sweat during the workout will mean Nothing.
Growth Hormones activate inside our body when we give complete rest to our body after the intense workout, which helps the muscles to grow and most importantly it controls all the basic functions of our body.
If you like this blog post, then share your thoughts below and share this blog with all of those people who are overtraining according to you.


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This is one of the subjects we get a lot of questions on in seminars and personally one of my favorites to teach. If you peruse the Internet you will see questions on the triple acting aquastat control show up over and over again, and it's no wonder when you find out how it really works. In a recent seminar it was described as 'the most confusing control we work on" by one of the participants, he's right!
The basic hydronic system controller has been sold by Honeywell as the L8124, the L8151, the L7124 and the new L7224. It consists of the triple acting aquastat and a built-in switching relay. The triple acting aquastat, a switching relay and a primary control make up the most elaborate of the system controllers for oil-fired systems, they are sold by Honeywell as the R8182. The L8124 and R8182 share the same aquastat assembly and are the subject of this article.
A drawing of the exterior of the traditional triple acting switch is shown in Figure 1, with an internal schematic for the switch shown in Figure 2. This is where all of the temperature control for the system, except for room comfort settings, is determined. Let's take a look at how it works. First of all let's look at the easiest part, the high limit, and then the low limit-reverse. The high limit is adjusted using the knob marked 'HI'. It is marked and adjustable from 130º F to 240º F, and has a fixed differential of 10º F. So, if it is set at 200º F, it will shut the burner off and interrupt power from the B1 terminal shown in Figure 1 at 200º F and turn the power on again at 190º F. The terminals in Figure 2 marked Black and Yellow relate to this switch.
The low-limit-reverse is adjusted using the knob marked 'LO'. It is marked and adjustable from 110º F to 220º F, and has an adjustable differential of between 10º F and 25º F. The differential is set using the knob marked 'DIFF'. Now here is where it gets a little complicated in the Honeywell control. If you have the LO set at 180º F with a 10º F differential or DIFF, it will shut the burner off for low limit at 180º F and turn it back on again at 170º F to maintain hot water. The circulator is able to run between these two temperatures. Not too hard to understand so far, but although most of us think that these are the 'normal' settings for any of these controls, with this setup they are probably wrong. These settings can lead to short-cycling of the burner and the circulator. With some heating systems like the series-loop, the last room or space on the loop may never get hot enough because the last piece of radiation may not get hot enough before the pump is shut off by the reverse control.
Another danger is the burner running off the high limit control all winter long. Why? Because the heat never gets out of the boiler fast enough. Why dangerous? Because the high limit is a safety control, not an operating control. Now you know why safety and code commercial people demand two high limits. Makes you wonder though, doesn't it?
Now let's take a more difficult example to understand and why everyone just sets the DIFF for 10º F. We will say that the LO is still set at 180º F, but the DIFF is set at 25º F. The burner will come on at 170º F to maintain hot water, but it will shut off at 195º F because of the differential or DIFF setting of 25º F. The circulator can run for heat between 170º F and 195º F, or higher if the burner input can exceed the circulator output in Btus. This type of operation is common with overfired boilers, under radiated houses, and in zoned systems. The terminals affected by these settings are C1, ZC and ZR in Figure 1. The terminals in Figure 2 marked blue, white and red relate to this switch.
For another example, and to try to get the domestic hot water temperature back to around an average of 175º F let's set the LO at 175º F, with the DIFF set at 20º F. The burner will come on at 165º F to maintain hot water, but it will shut off at 185º F because of the differential or DIFF setting of 20º F. The circulator can run for heat between 165º F and 185º F.
One more, okay? The LO is set at 170º F, with the DIFF set at 15º F. The burner will come on at 160º F to maintain hot water, but it will shut off at 175º F because of the differential or DIFF setting of 15º F. The circulator can run for heat between 160º F and 175º F. Now, are you starting to see the pattern?
Let's lay down a few ground rules about the L8124 style triple acting aquastat.
I set my thermostat at 65 and my house is staying at 85. What do I need to adjust?
I replaced my old Honeywell L8124E and it is about to run us out of the house.
Have a oil boiler with a Beckett burner and a L8024C Honeywell Aqustat. Boilers runs every 15-20 minutes for 5 minutes. Hi set at 190 Lo set at 160 with the differential dial set at 10. Going through oil like water. Could you please let me know what to do?
Sounds like maybe your system is circulating by gravity.


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Cup of Excellence (CoE), the largest quality competition for coffee on the globe, is still new to Peruvian farmers. The first edition took place in 2017, only 3 years ago and 18 years after the contest was launched in Brazil. Every year, the organizing committee strives to sell not only the winning lots, which go to auction, but also all shortlisted lots that don't make it to the subasta internacional. However, the COVID pandemic meant many buyers have retreated, leaving 12 shortlisted farmers stuck. Now, they face the prospect of selling their 85+ lots on the local market as commercials. Unless roasters are willing to step in...
12 farmers, 6 regions, 85+ points
In October, the general coordinator of Peru's CoE Geni Fundes - also general manager of Central Café & Cacao, responsible for organizing the competition - contacted Algrano through Pachamama Inversiones, an exporting partner in Central Peru. They wanted to give these 12 lots a second chance. Together, we decided to launch the Peru 2020 Shortlisted Series (CoE Submissions) on the Algrano platform. Their goal is to build a long-term relationship and to offer these lots through Algrano every year!
The 12 farmers in this project are smallholders (some of them dedicate only 1 hectare to coffee) from 6 regions: Cusco, Junin, Cajamarca, Huanuco, Amazonas and Pasco. Their coffees are mostly organically farmed and were grown by families at altitudes of up to 2200 m. All the coffees have scored above 85 points on the SCA scale. According to our Q Grader Veronika, the coffees have good consistent, elegance and vibrant acidity. Expect to find on the cup lots of dried and stone fruits, prunes, dark chocolate, a wide range of tea notes from cascara to black tea, florals, praline, and spices like vanilla.
Peru CoE: 13 years in the making
13 is the number of years needed by Geni Fundes to launch CoE in Peru. "We have tried to bring the Cup to Peru since 2004. However, as it demands a lot of resources and the Peruvian coffee sector was focused on certified coffees - mainly organic and Fairtrade - we didn't find the will to make it happen," Geni says. According to him, support for the initiative only grew after the leaf rust outbreak in 2013.
Back then, the Peruvian government dedicated funds to a wide coffee recovery program. Exports were down 40% due to the fungus and the sector was looking for new initiatives to boost the sector. "There were many factors that led to the creation of the Cup in Peru. Other than the roya, the market was already full of certified coffees," Geni explains. After meeting members of ACE (Association for Coffee Excellence) in an event in Ireland in 2016 and discussing the subject, Geni decided it was time to give it another shot.
From certification to specialty: a tidal shift
Once again Geni sat different sector representatives - from exporters to cooperatives, the government and now ACE - on the same table. "The farmer reps were really keen to make it happen but we had to have everyone behind it," Geni remembers. The decisive moment came when the Ministry for Agriculture backed the competition financially, covering 70% of all costs. It was a green light for the production of specialty coffee in the country, followed by numerous local initiatives to provide farmers with training and infrastructure.
The first year of the competition was a success. More than 300 producers from 11 regions submitted samples and 19 lots went to auction. The prices passed the mark of 100 dollars per pound. There were a total of 76 pre-selected coffees and they were all sold. The same happened in 2018 and 2019. The competition moved from Lima to Cajamarca in the North, a region that had been put on the spotlight thanks to local farmers' results on CoE.
The effects of CoE were felt all over the country. "In 2019, 5% of all the coffees that left Peru were classed as specialty. Importers focused on high-quality started establishing local offices for the first time. The perception of Peruvian coffees is also changing in the international market. The high prices have been motivating farmers to invest in post-harvest and better drying practices," lists Geni.
How roasters can give these farmers a second chance
"Our panel of specialists indicated that the quality has improved greatly over the years. There is a big leap from 2019 as well. The highlight of this year is definitely the consistency. Thanks to better processing techniques, the sensory quality of the coffees is being kept throughout time," Geni explains. Each coffee is submitted to 4 rounds of cupping by Q Graders with international experience before the auction phase.
This year, the COVID pandemic had a dramatic impact on Peruvian production. Restrictions of movement in between districts led to work shortages on coffee areas, who usually rely on seasonal workers from other parts of the country. Geni fears production will be down by 30%, with COVID being potentially equally as disrupting as the roya. Production of micro-lots is down and only 184 farmers submitted samples to CoE. To avoid further harm to the sector, check the micro-lots on offer. Give these farmers a second chance.
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Q: Nested form fields with Single Table Inheritance on Rails 4.1 I search everywhere but did not found any solution. I am using Rails 4.1 nested_form with Single table inheritance.
I have model - suspects and victims inherited from model person.
Each alert have many suspects and many victims
On submit, it only populate alert data into database but not its nested_attributes. Please see model name alert and its model.
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what I am getting is:
Started POST "/alerts" for 127.0.0.1 at 2014-04-25 13:50:26 -0500
Processing by AlertsController#create as HTML
  Parameters: {"utf8"=>"✓", "authenticity_token"=>"4RHZ6i0eWIWnyYwmick7VlmGouTRiTFciKiQUw/Ea54=", "alert"=>{"victims_attributes"=>{"0"=>{"first_name"=>"", "last_name"=>"", "race"=>"", "gender"=>"", "hair_color"=>"", "eye_color"=>"", "height_ft"=>"", "height_inch"=>"", "age"=>"", "age_unit"=>"", "birth_date"=>"__/__/____", "weight"=>"", "additional_info"=>"", "_destroy"=>"false"}}, "created_at"=>"____/__/__ __:__", "nic"=>"", "investigating_officer_name"=>"", "investigating_officer_title"=>"", "investigating_officer_phone"=>"", "agency_name"=>"", "agency_phone"=>"", "reporting_agency_phone"=>"", "reporting_agency_email"=>""}, "commit"=>"Create Alert"}
  User Load (0.0ms)  SELECT  "users".* FROM "users"  WHERE "users"."id" = 8  ORDER BY "users"."id" ASC LIMIT 1
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  SQL (2.0ms)  INSERT INTO "alerts" ("agency_name", "agency_phone", "created_at", "investigating_officer_name", "investigating_officer_phone", "investigating_officer_title", "nic", "reporting_agency_email", "reporting_agency_phone", "updated_at") VALUES ($1, $2, $3, $4, $5, $6, $7, $8, $9, $10) RETURNING "id"  [["agency_name", ""], ["agency_phone", ""], ["created_at", "2014-04-25 18:50:26.422890"], ["investigating_officer_name", ""], ["investigating_officer_phone", ""], ["investigating_officer_title", ""], ["nic", ""], ["reporting_agency_email", ""], ["reporting_agency_phone", ""], ["updated_at", "2014-04-25 18:50:26.422890"]]
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but I am also expecting its nested_attributes (using STI) suspects, vehicles and victims on query too, but its not happening.
any helps/suggestions appreciate.
I am expecting this query to show up twice One for Victim and one for Suspect. I am not seeing any error on log.
SQL (2.0ms)  INSERT INTO "people" ("additional_info", "age_unit", "alert_id", "created_at", "eye_color", "first_name", "gender", "hair_color", "last_name", "race", "type", "updated_at") VALUES ($1, $2, $3, $4, $5, $6, $7, $8, $9, $10, $11, $12) RETURNING "id"  [["additional_info", ""], ["age_unit", ""], ["alert_id", 16], ["created_at", "2014-04-25 19:27:29.080890"], ["eye_color", ""], ["first_name", ""], ["gender", ""], ["hair_color", ""], ["last_name", ""], ["race", ""], ["type", "victim"], ["updated_at", "2014-04-25 19:27:29.080890"]]

SQL (2.0ms)  INSERT INTO "vehicle" ("additional_info", "age_unit", "alert_id", "created_at", "eye_color", "first_name", "gender", "hair_color", "last_name", "race", "type", "updated_at") .....

A: It is occurring because you are passing additional form tag, check the source code. You are not suppose to create form tag inside fields_for.

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Home Page>>Discover Hangzhou>>Where to Go>>Scenic Area
Yanggong Causeway Scenic Area 2019-07-17
Yanggong Causeway is one of "Three Causeways of West Lake" along with Bai Causeway and Su Causeway. It's so named to commemorate Yang Mengying (杨孟瑛), the then governor of Hangzhou. It's he who ordered the dredging of West Lake, and the construction of a causeway out of silt. Connected by six bridges, the causeway is otherwise known as "Inner Six Bridges".
Along Yanggong Causeway lines seven scenic areas from north to south: Breeze-ruffled Lotus at Quyuan Garden (曲院风荷), Golden Sand Harbor (金沙港), Hangzhou Flower Nursery (杭州花圃), Maojiabu (茅家埠), the Turtle Pool (乌龟潭), Yuhu Bay (浴鹄湾) and Viewing Fish at Flower Pond (花港观鱼). Together, they form Yanggong Causeway Scenic Area.
Breeze-ruffled Lotus at Quyuan Garden
Well-known for its pink lotus blossoms and green lotus leaves swaying along with summer breeze, Breeze-ruffled Lotus at Quyuan Garden is one of "Top Ten Views of West Lake". The view even captured Kangxi Emperor of Qing Dynasty (1644-1912)'s attention who personally inscribed "Breeze-ruffled Lotus at Quyuan Garden" for the view. The stele with the original inscription on still stands in the park.
With a total area of 300 thousand square meters, it is the largest lotus park in China. During the Southern Song Dynasty (1127-1279), Quyuan Garden used to be a notable wine workshop where in the summer, the bouquet of wine intermingled with the fragrance of lotus flowers. Now the wine workshop has been restored and visitors can get a glimpse of the art of Chinese ancient wine-making.
Golden Sand Harbor
Golden Sand Harbor is the place where the largest natural source of West Lake — Golden Sand Stream flows into the lake. Golden Sand Stream is so named because its sand is clear and shines like gold. For its rustic and serene environment, many notables left their footprints here. The outstanding artist of Peking Opera Gai Jiaotian (盖叫天: 1888—1971) spent half of his life here. Even now, there are numerous locals bringing their tents and picnic baskets to spend their day here.
Not far from the Old Home of Gai Jiaotian lies Little Hidden Garden. The current garden features constructions made of red sandalwood with winding corridors, ancient-style carved windows, and now it's a resort for tourists to enjoy chrysanthemums. The history of the garden can be traced back to the Southern Song Dynasty (1127-1279) which was then known as Shi'an Garden (适安园). Behind the garden lies a sad story. It's said there used to be a Lady Chrysanthemum good at both singing and dancing. She was working in court at the time; however, she got sick and resigned from the court. A eunuch, Chen Yuan admired her so much that he employed her to work in the Little Hidden Garden. For her incredible talent, Lady Chrysanthemum was again invited to work in the court which made Chen Yuan unable to see her performances, and he later died of lovesickness.
In addition, Tianze Pavilion (天泽楼) and Around-the-Jade Lakeside Residence (环碧湖舍) are also worth visiting.
Hangzhou Flower Nursery
Hangzhou Flower Nursery was originally built in 1956 and has long been known as the best place to appreciate all kinds of flowers. Praised as "a pearl by West Lake", it faces West Lake in front and Western Hill at back. The flower nursery features over 2,000 flowers that are grown in an area of 300 thousand square meters. It consists of nine sections for potted Plants, Chinese roses, orchids, chrysanthemums, herbaceous flowers, aquatic flowers, greenhouse flowers, tree peonies and herbaceous peonies.
Maojiabu
Named after its wide-spread cough grasses (mao), Maojiabu is a Jiangnan style water village featuring rustic scenery. Compared to other scenic spots, it's kind of off the beaten track which somehow contributes to its good preservation of its original style. In Maojiabu, Sipping a cup of tea while enjoying the golden swaying couch grasses would be a good option. In addition, Maojiabu used to serve as a transfer station for water and land transportation as well as the gathering place for pilgrims which established its important role in Hangzhou Buddhist culture.
Hence, Maojiabu provides a window for visitors to understand Hangzhou Buddhist culture and the living style of water villagers. Historical attractions like Former Residence of Du Jinsheng (都锦生故居), Drunken Bai's Wine Tower (醉白楼, Drunken Bai refers to Bai Juyi — the then governor of Hangzhou) and Reclining Dragon Bridge (卧龙桥) have been well-preserved there.
The Turtle Pool
The pool got the name for the fact that viewed from nearby hills, it resembles a turtle. The Turtle Pool is a natural wetland with human beings and animals and plants live in harmony. It offers a variety of landscape in all seasons: winding banks linked with islets by wooden bridges, hills bathing in water, all kinds of hydrophytic plants growing in and around the water area, waterside thatched pavilions and houses standing side by side. The scenic area mainly features two places of interest: Temple to Yu Qian (于谦祠) and Eternal Happiness Bridge (永福桥) dating from the Ming Dynasty (1368-1644).
Yuhu Bay
Yuhu Bay became known as early as the Yuan Dynasty (1271-1368). It's characterized by being natural, rustic and picturesque. In the scenic area, there is Zijiu Thatched House (子久草堂), the Memorial Gateway for Military Number One (武状元坊), Rainbow Bridge (霁虹桥), Reminiscence of Ancient Noted Personages at Santai Hill (三台梦迹).
Viewing Fish at Flower Pond (Huagang Park)
The three elements can summarize the beauty of the Park of "Viewing Fish at Flower Pond": the fish, the flower and the stream. In the Red Carp Pond (红鱼池), visitors can see the remarkable view "Viewing Fish at Flower Pond" – one of "Top Ten Views of West Lake". It's a chief attraction of the park.
The highlight of the Peony Garden (牡丹园) is various species of precious peonies and 200 varieties of other flowers revealing their beauty in different seasons. It's the kingdom of flowers. In addition, the garden's design is also exquisite - a perfect combination of Chinese gardening and Western gardening.
In the park, there is a clear stream connecting the West Inner Lake and the Small South Lake and enclosing the whole park. Usually, a boat trip around Huagang Park is a must-do.


This project entailed the addition of a five-story (plus basement) patient tower for 96 new patient beds in ICU (med-surg and telemetry), six new ORs, and a new emergency department. Additional central plant equipment and upgrades are included as is a new helipad and restructuring of the driveway.
The quality of the workmanship, the Lean tools that have been used, and the incredible safety record are all a direct reflections of the management at KCI.


Today Hackers defeced David Beckham official website and posted an image with message: "ScooterDAshooter = FAIL".
I think that David is not good in security as in football. the website now is back online and working.


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The Turner Sims Concert Hall refurbishment project was to include all new seating, carpets and lighting.
Client: University of Southampton
Location: Southampton, United Kingdom
We were awarded this project following a successful and competitive tender to refurbish The Turner Sims concert hall.
The concert hall was constructed forty years ago, and had already undergone some refurbishments over the years.
This new refurbishment was the largest to date and saw the replacement of carpets, house lighting and seating.
The project to refurbish the concert hall was undertaken within a very short timescale, with a total of six weeks on site.
The first operation was to remove all 350 numbered seats and carpets over a 24 hour period. This was followed by installing a birdcage scaffolding to the entire area of the concert hall to allow access to the house lights. We then replaced all of the original house lights with new wireless LED lighting. This element of the works took up 50% of the total programme.
Following these works, the scaffolding was removed which allowed us to replace all of the entrance doors and decorations works.
This was following by the new LED illuminated stair treads and new carpets.
The final section of the works was to install the new purpose made theatre seating a total of 350 numbered seats which had to be mechanically fixed individually. These were supplied by a company in Belgium called Jezet Seating. The work to install the seating took five days, allowing us to hand back the concert hall on the scheduled completion date.


Are you silly enough to take on the challenge of doing twelve months worth of random camping?
What other excuse could you make up for bivvying in the woods in January, sleeping on the beach in April or camping on top of a climbing tower in May?
Spend one night per calendar month (not necessarily in the same year) for a total of twelve months under canvas, bivouac or bothy completing 12 different challenges.


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Jobs Working with the Elderly
Degrees & Careers in Aging
For most people, a desire to pursue a career working with the elderly is inspired by a personal, often familial, experience. With a growing elderly population, a career in aging offers plenty of job opportunities, in fields ranging from healthcare to personal finance. This guide explores various career paths in aging and highlights degrees that can take you there. Whether you're a high school student considering college majors or a baby boomer changing careers, this guide can help you chart the right course.
Why Elder Care Is a Good Career Move
A career in elder care can be both personally and financially rewarding. There are a wide variety of careers to choose from, depending on your interests and educational background. Here are six reasons to consider working with the elderly:
In 1992, only one state (New York) reported the healthcare and social assistance sector as their largest employer. The rest of the country was dominated by manufacturing and retail jobs. By 2013, however, health care and social assistance was the biggest employer in 13 states. What changed? In short, people got older. Baby Boomers – those born in the 1940s and '50s – began to retire and experienced health challenges as they aged. As a result, millions of new jobs were needed to take care of this aging population.
Despite the huge numbers of people employed in elder care positions, demand for workers is still higher than supply. Five of the 10 fastest growing occupations from 2016 to 2026, according to projections by the Bureau of Labor Statistics, are in health care. Better yet, they're at various skill levels. Those who enter the field today should have plenty of job security, especially as they build their skills and acquire new credentials to move up the career ladder.
Jobs for all education levels
The fastest growing jobs in the industry include both entry-level positions requiring minimal formal education, such as home health aides, and high-paying positions for master's degree holders, like physician assistants. Those new to the field may find entry-level jobs provide a good opportunity for discovering whether they enjoy elder care.
Room for innovation
The rules of old age are being rewritten. By roughly 2050, over 15 million people will be over the age of 85, according to the Association for Gerontology in Higher Education and The Gerontological Society of America. And they're not all going to be in poor health. There are opportunities to work with both active and vulnerable seniors to help make their later years golden. And since the U.S. doesn't have a blueprint for working with an older population, you can be a pioneer in crafting innovative programs and services.
Job diversity
There's a lot more to working with the elderly than checking vital signs or being a home health aide. Recreational therapists use art, music and sports to improve the physical and emotional wellbeing of patients with disabilities or illnesses. Similarly, fitness trainers are increasingly marketing their services to the elderly. Fitness can be a great area to work in because many older people often have the time and money to dedicate to exercise, but their physical needs differ from those of young adults. But jobs aren't restricted to health and fitness. As people live longer, their retirement incomes have to stretch further. Careers in the finance sector are becoming more specialized to accommodate seniors. Real estate agents also work with clients who need homes with elderly-friendly features, such as railings, ramps and easily-accessible showers. Members of the National Association of Senior Move Managers help clients downsize their possessions to move into smaller dwellings, such as retirement communities.
Degrees That Lead to a Career in Aging
A gerontology degree may be what most often comes to mind for elder care, but there are dozens of degrees that can lead to a career working with the elderly. Here are some of the most popular options:
Adult Development/Human Development
Adult/Human Development programs focus on the biological, psychological and social issues that elderly people face. In many cases, an undergraduate degree is a precursor to a graduate gerontology degree. Successful graduates can become caseworkers or counselors who address the confluence of aging with other social and economic hardships.
A degree in counseling or psychology can open the doors to a range of careers working with the elderly. Tyler D. Staples, former hospice counselor and bereavement coordinator at One Community Hospice in Kansas City, says there's a field of study for geriatric psychology but notes that it's generally a specialty offered at the doctoral level. In Staples' case, he earned undergraduate degrees in biology and psychology, and a master's in counseling psychology. At the time, his goal was to become a therapist.
A bachelor's degree in health education covers issues of nutrition, public health and health promotion. It teaches people how to assess a community's health needs and develop programs and/or services that help those community members stay healthy and happy.
Nursing with a Specialization in Gerontology
Nurses automatically find themselves with many older patients, but those who specialize in gerontology are best placed to support that demographic. Both registered nurses and nurse practitioners can specialize in geriatric nursing. Older populations are often uncomfortable advocating for themselves, so in addition to their medical training, geriatric nurses learn valuable communication skills.
A Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) or Master of Social Work (MSW) program teaches students how to work with vulnerable populations, on social issues including poverty and disability. Social workers provide counseling and help clients access resources.
Career Options & Salary
Before choosing a degree program, consider what type of career in aging you want to pursue. Here is a sampling of 16 careers at varying levels, along with salary details, degree requirements and what to consider before making the leap.
Audiologist MEDIAN ANNUAL WAGE :$75,920
An estimated 48 million Americans suffer some degree of hearing loss, and unsurprisingly, older populations are more likely to need hearing aids. Audiologists examine patients with hearing problems.
Degrees/certificates that prepare you for this career: Doctorate in audiology, plus state licensure.
Something to think about: An audiologist needs four years of education beyond an undergraduate degree to earn a Doctor of Audiology (AuD).
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) MEDIAN ANNUAL WAGE:$27,520
Forty percent of nursing assistants work in nursing homes, where they take care of patients' basic needs, including helping with bathing and eating, moving patients, and taking vital signs.
Degrees/certificates that prepare you for this career: State-approved program, plus certification through an exam.
Something to think about: Many elderly hospital patients cannot bathe or use the bathroom on their own. Certified nursing assistants must be prepared to deal with bodily fluids.
Dietician/Nutritionist MEDIAN ANNUAL WAGE:$59,410
Since diets and lifestyles have changed from the meat and potato days of the '50s, many older people need nutritional advice to help them fight diabetes, cut their risk of stroke or just feel energetic in general.
Degrees/certificates that prepare you for this career: Bachelor's degree in nutrition (some states require certification or registration).
Something to think about: Populations aren't just getting older – they're also becoming more diverse. Nutritionists must recommend foods that are culturally appropriate for their clients.
Fitness InstructorMEDIAN ANNUAL WAGE:$39,210
Fitness instructors lead group classes or provide personalized training to help people meet their health goals. Because many older people have limited physical movement compared to young adults, instructors working with older clients have to design unique routines that help their clients lose fat and/or gain strength and stamina safely.
Degrees/certificates that prepare you for this career: Certification from an organization such as the National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM) or American Council on Exercise (ACE).
Something to think about: While top earners can pull in more than $70,000 a year, fitness training pays only a bit more than the national average. That said, extensive formal education isn't always required, depending on the employer.
Healthcare Social Worker MEDIAN ANNUAL WAGE:$54,870
Social workers help people experiencing difficulties in their lives. In the healthcare setting, they often help elderly adjust to growing old, work with them to transition out of a hospital and form support groups to help them manage disease, disability or feelings of loneliness.
Degrees/certificates that prepare you for this career: Bachelor of Social Work (BSW); clinical social workers require a Master of Social Work (MSW).
Something to think about: Robin McHaelen, executive director of True Colors in Hartford, Connecticut, notes that "the range of responsibilities for social workers continues to grow exponentially." There are diverse opportunities for growth, but the job can be very demanding so there's a high risk of burnout.
Home Health Aide MEDIAN ANNUAL WAGE:$23,210
Home health aides work in the homes of the elderly, where they assist with daily tasks like bathing, housekeeping, cooking and driving. In some states they also monitor health (e.g., taking temperature and pulse) and help clients take medications.
Degrees/certificates that prepare you for this career: Although home health aides typically only need a high school diploma or GED, attaining a certificate provides more routes for employment, as agencies that receive Medicare reimbursements require it.
Something to think about: The responsibilities of home health aides are somewhat like parenting. However, the pay is lower than other healthcare professions, so many home health aides work part-time work while they pursue a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) credential or another degree.
Licensed Practical Nurse / Licensed Vocational NurseMEDIAN ANNUAL WAGE:$45,030
Fifty percent of LPNs/LVNs go on to work in nursing facilities or home healthcare, where they monitor their patients and help with basic care. Unlike CNAs, they play a role in administering basic health care, but under the direction of a doctor.
Degrees/certificates that prepare you for this career: Certificate or diploma and state licensure.
Something to think about: Practical/Vocational nursing is a good transition point on the way to becoming a registered nurse. But most will still have some overlap with CNAs.
Medical Scientist/ResearcherMEDIAN ANNUAL WAGE:$82,090
Alzheimer's, osteoporosis and cancer are all related to growing old. Medical researchers look for the causes of these diseases and work to develop therapies to treat them.
Degrees/certificates that prepare you for this career: PhD in biology or another life science.
Something to think about: Medical scientists may enter the field hoping to cure cancer, but individual clinical trials take years and lead to yet more clinical trials. Researchers should be prepared to spend years on incremental advances.
Occupational Therapist MEDIAN ANNUAL WAGE:$83,200
Occupational therapists work with people with injuries, disabilities or illnesses to improve their ability to function day-to-day. They develop individualized treatment plans with specific exercises or tasks that help the body recover, adapt or strengthen.
Degrees/certificates that prepare you for this career: Master's degree in occupational therapy, plus state licensure.
Something to think about: Occupational therapists often work in hospitals and nursing homes, so they should be prepared to deal with bodily fluids. In outpatient settings, they might have to deal with wound care. Moreover, occupational therapists may find themselves working with patients who won't improve, no matter how much therapy they get.
Patient Advocate MEDIAN ANNUAL WAGE:$32,323
Patient advocates — many with a background in nursing or social work — help the elderly navigate the complicated healthcare and insurance industries. Patient navigators cover the same ground, but work within a hospital setting.
Degrees/certificates that prepare you for this career: The National Association of Healthcare Advocacy Consultants provides recommended credentials, but these aren't necessarily required to work in the field. Although formal education isn't required, some colleges do offer programs that are related to the career, such as Sarah Lawrence College.
Something to think about: Many seniors may not see the value of paying a consultant to help them with their healthcare and insurance concerns. And because patient advocacy is a relatively new field, wages are highly variable.
Personal Care Aide MEDIAN ANNUAL WAGE:$23,100
Like home health aides, personal care aides work with people in their homes, but they don't do any medical tasks. Instead, they may keep their older clients company, cook and clean, and drive them places.
Degrees/certificates that prepare you for this career: High school diploma or equivalent.
Something to think about: Salaries are relatively low, but being a personal care aide can provide valuable experience and income for someone pursuing a CNA credential.
Physical Therapist MEDIAN ANNUAL WAGE:$86,850
Like occupational therapists, physical therapists work with people who have injuries or disabilities. They tend to play a greater role in diagnosing problems but also get hands on in treating the underlying problem.
Degrees/certificates that prepare you for this career: Doctor of Physical Therapy, plus state licensure; physical therapist assistants need an associate degree.
Something to think about: Physical therapy can be both emotionally and physically demanding. PTs work with people with serious physical challenges. Work may involve lifting people out of wheelchairs, for example.
Recreational Therapist MEDIAN ANNUAL WAGE:$47,680
Recreational therapists move beyond physical wellbeing to address the emotional and social wellness of patients. When working with the elderly, recreational therapists plan activities to keep them engaged with their community – everything from bowling and hiking to chess tournaments and movie nights. Many also use physical therapy or counseling techniques.
Degrees/certificates that prepare you for this career: Bachelor's in recreational therapy; some states require licensure, and most employers prefer employees to hold the Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist credential.
Something to think about: Recreational therapists spend a lot of time on their feet. After all, the goal is to keep people active.
Registered NurseMEDIAN ANNUAL WAGE:$70,000
Geriatric nurses monitor older patients' health, administer treatment, perform tests and collaborate with doctors.
Degrees/certificates that prepare you for this career: Nursing diploma, associate degree in nursing or Bachelor of Science in nursing (BSN).
Something to think about: Many nurses work 12-hour shifts and have to care for multiple patients simultaneously. They must be on their feet all day and be able to shift gears from patient to patient.
Rehabilitation CounselorMEDIAN ANNUAL WAGE:$34,860
Rehabilitation counselors help elderly clients manage the effects of diseases and disabilities. The role blends psychological counseling and support with advocacy and referrals.
Degrees/certificates that prepare you for this career: Master's degree in rehabilitation counseling, plus state license.
Something to think about: The career is more a labor of love than a lucrative occupation. Rehab counselors who work in nursing facilities take home around $30,000 a year on average, which is below the U.S. average of $37,000.
Speech-Language Pathologist/Speech TherapistMEDIAN ANNUAL WAGE:$76,610
Though best known for their work with children, speech therapists also work with elderly stroke survivors and people with Parkinson's disease. They help patients strengthen the muscles used to swallow and may suggest ways of communicating without the spoken word.
Degrees/certificates that prepare you for this career: Master's degree in speech-language pathology, plus state licensure or registration.
Something to think about: In many cases, speech-language pathologists are working with adult patients whose health is declining. Unlike kids, who want to communicate, older adults may not be motivated to do the work necessary to get them back to 100 percent. Moreover, older patients may lack social interactions that could help them practice what they learn in a session.
Is This the Right Career for You?
Working with older people requires certain skills and personality traits. Before jumping in, make sure you not only have the knowledge but also the disposition to effectively help elderly people. If you have the following six traits, a career working with elder individuals could be a good fit:
In most cases, older people have a slower pace – they move slower, talk slower and may need a little more time to process some things, especially things they aren't familiar with. That said, working with older people – whether in healthcare, finance or another industry – requires patience. You'll likely have to slow things down and repeat yourself from time to time.
Each person is different: successful workers must adapt their approaches to find what motivates each individual they work with. Additionally, if you're working in healthcare, things are fast-paced and workers must sometimes step in to cover outside of their normal shift times.
The best elder care providers are kind, thoughtful and loving. Staples says, "The type of individual who wants to work for hospice is usually truly unique, and something I haven't found at any other job. The care, passion, kindness, and empathy, is completely fulfilling to witness."
This goes hand in hand with respect and even patience. From caregivers to financial advisors, older people need people who will listen to them and their needs. On top of that, some may be lonely and want to just talk, so you'll have to know when to just listen and when to politely steer a conversation back on topic to get things done.
Another trait that works best with some of the others outlined in this list. It isn't always easy to connect with older people, especially those who are in pain, lonely or depressed. Working with the elderly will require empathy. This not only helps you overcome the challenges that come with the job, but it also helps you develop a good working relationship with your older client.
Older people grew up in a society that venerates elders. They'll expect the people that work with them to treat them with respect. That may involve asking them questions instead of giving orders and doing things their way whenever possible.
Q&A with a Former Hospice Counselor & Bereavement Coordinator
Tyler D. Staples shares some of his experiences working with the elderly when he was a hospice counselor and bereavement coordinator. His answers below are meant to provide a closer look at just one type of career path within the aging industry.
What did a typical day look like for you?
Every morning began with a treatment team of sorts, including any current hospice patients (or family members) who were in relative crisis and in need of counselor support. I would prioritize those individuals and I would also help out with some basic patient care, particularly during my visits.
The bulk of my job was with the families who had lost someone on our hospice. I provided individual and family counseling as a free-of-charge service.
I also did group counseling with caregivers of individuals who were in assisted living, as a means to avoid "caregiver burnout." This included spouses, who sometimes themselves had a fair bit of physical limitation. And finally, as a community service outreach project, I provided free counseling to elderly individuals who were in transition from home to assisted living. We had recognized that grief and depression were major factors in the switch from living in your own home to a facility.
Why did you pursue a career working with the elderly?
I chose hospice specifically because of my personal experience in hospice. My grandfather was on hospice, and the services were a true blessing, including those services provided to my family. No one comes out of school wanting to have a career in hospice (usually); generally, it takes a personal experience to make you want to do it. That was mine.
I chose to work with the elderly in general because of the stories. I love therapy as a whole because, essentially, you're getting paid to listen to stories all day. Elder individuals tend to have the best stories. And really, as I've observed, the simple act of storytelling for a senior provides massive therapeutic benefit all on its own.
How did you get into the field?
I have always wanted to become a therapist (and at one point, a psychiatrist). One of my early fascinations with psychology came with the study of human development. One of the first things you learn is that, not only does development not stop at adulthood, it doesn't slow down, either. This is especially true for late adulthood.
What parts of your job were most challenging?
You would think "death" would be the most challenging facet for something like hospice, but it wasn't. The biggest challenge by far was the sadness that came with individuals realizing they would have to die without their family around. But even then, being allowed to be there for them when no one else would be, and seeing the comfort it brought — it does make up for some of it, but never all of it. That will always be a challenge.
How long were you a bereavement counselor? Why did you change roles?
I was a bereavement counselor for two years. I actually didn't want to leave, but it seemed like a necessary move. I still miss the work. However, I really wanted to get back to hospital work (it was my first real psych job out of school, and I loved every minute of it), and hospice work required a lot of time in the car — up to an hour each way just to get to work, plus driving to various nursing homes and clients' homes all day. I racked up 44,000 miles on my car in just the two years I was working there!
AARPFormally known as the American Association of Retired Persons, AARP is a nonprofit advocacy group that serves people 50 and older. Thanks to its massive membership, AARP does everything from lobbying for better healthcare policies to negotiating discounts for its members. Visit the policy section on its website for expert insight into seniors' needs.
Association for Gerontology in Higher Education: Learn About Careers in AgingAGHE's quick guide can expand one's thinking about the types of careers available. It also gives an overview of the different gerontology degrees, starting with associate programs, and what one is likely to encounter every step of the way.
Better Health While Aging PodcastMeant for the elderly and their caregivers, this biweekly podcast from a geriatrics specialist delves into health management and issues like dealing with senior parents. Most episodes include an interview with a caregiving expert.
The Caregivers' Living RoomA personal blog from a caregiver, The Caregivers' Living Room gives an unadulterated and up-close look at the emotional toll of working with older populations.
Gerontological Society of America (GSA)GSA promotes gerontological research and education in the field of aging. Students are eligible for discounted membership fees. Benefits include access to multiple scholarly journals, a mentor service, career services and networking.
Minding Our EldersA blog from renowned caregiving consultant Carol Bradley Bursack, Minding Our Elders provides resources and advice to caregivers. Bursack often responds to readers' questions about bereavement, nutrition, Alzheimer's and other topics.
National Institute on AgingPart of the National Institutes of Health, the NIA publishes health research for older Americans. The research is summarized into easy-to-read articles. It's also a great place to find the latest clinical trials.


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Manu Samoa at home in Iwaki
Senio Toleafoa spots for TJ Ioane during the Manu Samoa's first gym session in Japan (Photo: Samoa Rugby Union)
Manu Samoa
By Thomas Airey, 11/09/2019
After last night's welcoming reception, the Manu Samoa made their way to Iwaki, Fukushima, where they are being hosted as honoured guests of the city and have begun a weeklong training camp.
They met with the Mayor of Iwaki on Wednesday afternoon to give thanks for the city paying their accommodation costs for their weeklong camp.
Iwaki made the gesture in reciprocation for Samoa's donation of money to Fukushima after the Great East Japan Earthquake and Tsunami of 2011 which devastated the area.
Before the meeting they had lunch and trained at Iwaki Football Club, their first time training in Japan.
The Manu Samoa will spend the rest of the week in Iwaki, before heading to Yamagata for the official opening of their Rugby World Cup campaign.
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