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Grammaretto Thu 25-Apr-19 11:28:53
I'm well over 50 but still feel a resistance to join any club specifically for older people.
What do others think? I would love to know if you are members, what you get up to and any things to avoid!
I have reluctantly joined an easier yoga group recently so I could be converted if you come up with some really good reasons. After all I've joined GN, been to a few meet-ups which I thoroughly enjoyed.
Tartlet Tue 30-Apr-19 11:45:27
No-one has mentioned the WI. The old image has long gone and I very much enjoy the varied activities the WI provides. There a many local branches around and the one I'm a member of has a very mixed age range. At 70 I'm joint oldest and our President is in her 30s with most people being somewhere in the middle. It's a very friendly branch and we have lots of fun at the monthly meetings and the assorted spin offs such as craft evenings where we play about with a different craft each month to disguise that it's really an excuse for tea, cakes and general conviviality. Lots of opportunities to get out in friendly company.
BlueBelle Tue 30-Apr-19 12:36:12
There is an over 60 s club here and when I looked in the window as I went past they were all old dears I m 74 but a long way away from an old dear So no not for me I d prefer a mixed age group
jenpax Tue 30-Apr-19 13:49:36
SirChenjin Exactly! I too am in my early 50,s and I consider myself young! I work full time and won't be retiring until I am 67 I was horrified to find out that I qualified for Age concerns services at age 50! For heavens sake I am still youngish and feel more in common with friends in their 40's than my parents generation in their 80's! I get very cross by being called an older person after all we all love do much longer now
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SirChenjin Tue 30-Apr-19 14:20:13
Jenpax - I absolutely agree! On a more serious note, I think it's hugely dangerous for these organisations and clubs to encourage a societal mindset which says that we are old (or in our golden years 😂) at 50. We're only just over half way through our lifespan at 50 - it's important to have a young outlook in order to keep fit, healthy and active as opposed to thinking that it's time to slow down and take it easy.
M0nica Tue 30-Apr-19 19:53:00
SirChenjin the purpose of these clubs is not to encourage a societal mindset which says that we are old (or in our golden years) at 50.
But you need to remember when many of these clubs were set up many people, men and women, were exhausted and old at 50. Worn down by a lifetime of heavy manual labour in all weathers and low incomes and for most of their lives unable to afford medical care. The introduction of the NHS has probably done more to improve the health of older poor people than almost anything else.
I think there are very few people, if any, in their early older age who are remotely tempted to think themselves old, just because a club for older people takes members from 50.
It is like retirement schemes that take residents from 50. I never met anyone under 70 in one of those developments but they have to allow for the occasional older resident with a much younger partner.
It was a shock and revelation to me when I became a volunteer home visitor with what was known then as Age Concern, how many times I was going out to visit 'old' people, who were actually younger than me (I did the work between my mid 50s and mid-60s.
I think we should talk of the people who attend these clubs with respect. Most members continue to come from the less well off in society and most have still had a life of poorly paid unskilled manual labour, even if not as hard as that of their parents and grandparents. Had you had the lives they had had, you too would be glad of an over 60s club and the chance to meet up once a week for a cup of tea, possibly a singsong, and a day trip to Blackpool.
I'm well aware that when some of these clubs were set up things were different for many, but the club that was advertising locally for people in their golden years over 50 was absolutely not set up years ago - it's a relatively recent thing, but obviously has people running it who think of over 50 as 'old' or 'in their golden years' It's not an area of high deprivation and I am very well aware from a professional perspective that the NHS and improvements in social care, housing, public health and so on has done wonders for people (and continues to do so) but I'm also very aware that we need to do more to challenge the idea that keeping fit and active for as long isn't within the reach of many.
When groups (funded centrally) are advertising their over 50 clubs through the week when the majority of us are working and feature things such as 'gentle exercise' that concerns me as it fails to recognise the changes that have taken place in society. It's not being disrespectful to believe that.
Probably run by people in their 50s. I do also think there is some government threshold that enables groups to get funding if what they do is open to the 'over 50s.
I attend a regular Tai Chi class in the village hall, this is part funded by some government initiative to get people over 50 into activity. I could do it at the local sports centre where I do pilates, but it is cheaper to do it in the village hall.
I think there is some evidence that people start slowing down physically after 50, but you really need tospeak to the government. I can only guess.
Do you have many people in their 50s attending or are they at work during the day (assuming that they're on during traditional business hours)?
The classes are on a Monday afternoon. I doubt there is any one under retirement age attending.
However given how many people work shifts these day, there are probably many working people under 50 who could attend. DD worked shifts for over 20 years and was a regular at the local sports centre in 'working' hours. Now she has moved to a 9 - 5 job she really misses being able to go swimming or to the gym in off peak hours.
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They have a 13 bit input and 12 bit output instead of the 16 bit resolution of the original modules and we removed the fancy OLED display. And since all these new modules have the same form factor as the previous modules, all the same zip-link cables work with these modules too! On the software side, there are la bunch of new features that can make your life a whole lot easier. First, you can now color code the instruction boxes. Just right click on an instruction group to enable coloring for all groups. Each groups color is shown here so now you can quickly see which instructions are which and if you need to quickly to locate an instruction in a long listing, just change the color to something that will pop out. Now when you scroll through the ladder code it's real easy to find. You can turn off the coloring by right clicking on any instruction group and unchecking this box. The HSI Module now supports a Programmable limit switch instruction. You just pick the channel you want to use on a given HSI module and specify a range of encoder values and which outputs should be on during that range. You could do all of this in ladder code yourself, but this instruction makes it so easy to do and it also presents all the information in a nice clean format so you can an see at a glance what is going on without having to decipher a bunch of ladder code. That makes your code more reliable and maintainable. Another new instruction is the Preset Table function. Again, you select the Channel and module but this time you say starting at this position turn on his output. Then at this position turn off this output. This function literally steps through these states – nothing happens if the encoder goes backwards for a while – this instruction will simply wait here until the encoder reaches the next position in this table to take action. If we go back and look at that Programmable Limit Switch instruction we saw a minute ago, anytime the encoder is between these values this output will be active – if the count leaves and comes back to within this range, then these outputs will respond. Compare that to the Table Preset Function where you literally walk through these steps in this order. It's kinda like a DRUM instruction except the DRUM instruction uses time to move on to the next step and can control any 16 outputs – this Table Preset function uses an HSI input counter to decide when to move to the next step and can only control the 4 outputs provided on the HSI module. In automation we do a lot of packing bytes into words, bits into bytes and the unpacking them back out again to format data for different devices that have different needs and that can be a real pain. The good news is the Productivity Suite Software now supports instructions to do all of that for you. You can pack bytes and words into larger tags using the PKW instruction and unpack them using the UPW instruction You can now pack arrays of bytes into larger destination arrays using the PWA instruction and unpack them using this instruction. And you can now pack an array of bits into a larger destination array. All of these are super flexible so you can pack and unpack pretty much any combination of bits bytes and words in one instruction. Which saves you the time and effort of creating all of that yourself with rungs and rungs of ladder code. The new Productivity Suite also has added structure support for the Ethernet IP instruction which means you type one name here and the software creates all these standard tags for you automatically. I love that. And finally, in this new 2.1 version of the Productivity Suite software you can copy and paste GS Drives and EtherNet/IP devices. That's great because so often we have multiple drives for example, and they all do the exact same thing. Before you had to go create each one individually. Now you just copy and paste and you are done. That's awesome. And of course, this is software so there are always little things that need to be tweaked or cleaned up or fixed, so as usual you can see a list of exactly what has changed in this version of the software in the start menu, AutomationDirect, Productivity Suite Folder. The release notes in that folder has a list of all of the improvements and fixes in this release. If you have any questions please contact AutomationDirect's Free award winning tech support during regular business hours. They will be happy to help you. And don't forget the forums. There are lots of helpful folks there that love to share their years of experience. Just don't post any questions intended for AutomationDirect's support staff there, they don't monitor the forums on a regular basis.


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Buddhism is a religion which is based on the teachings of Siddhartha Gautama, the son of a wealthy landowner born in northern India around 560 B.C. In order to achieve spiritual peace, Gautma renounced his worldly advantages and became known as Buddha, or "the enlightened one". He preached his religious views his entire life throughout South Asia.
The story of Gautma's path to enlightenment has mythological quality. The son of a ruler, a prophecy at the time of his birth said that he would be a great king if he stayed at home, but would become a savior for mankind if he were to leave home. Therefore, his father kept him at home and surrounded him with all the worldly pleasures a boy could want, and kept all painful and ugly things out of his sight.
Gautma eventually married and fathered a son, but still had not left his father's palace. One day, he told his father that he wished to see the world. This excursion would change his life, for during this journey, he saw the "four passing sights". Even though his father had ordered the streets to be cleaned and decorated and all elderly or infirmed people hidden, some people did not listen. Gautma saw a decrepit old man, and learned for the first time that everyone someday becomes old. Next, he met a sick man, who taught him that people are liable to sickness and suffering. He saw a funeral procession which taught him that people die. Lastly, he saw a monk begging for food. He longed for the tranquility which he saw on the monk's face and decided this was the lifestyle for him. He left his father, wife, and son to live on the streets and meditate.
While in meditation, he reached the highest degree of nirvana. He stayed under a fig tree which was later called the bodhi or bo tree (the tree of wisdom) for seven days. During this time, he learned truths which he, Buddha, would impart to the world until his death at age 80.
Buddhism became a strong force in India before Buddha's death. The diffusion of Buddhism, however, was limited until the Indian emperor Asoka became a convert and supported missionary activities. Soon, Buddhism became established in China, Japan, Korea, and Southeast Asia, where it is most practiced today. Hinduism is now the predominant Indian religion.
Buddhism Terms
Bhikkhu A Buddhist monk who wanders about depending upon others for his basic necessities .
Bodhi A Buddhist term for the wisdom by which one attains enlightenment.
Bodhisattva In Mahayana Buddhism, one who postpones attaining nirvana in order to help others achieve this goal. In Theravada Buddhism, it is one who is on the way to becoming a Buddha. Gautama was called a Bodhisattva before he attained enlightenment.
Buddha"enlightened one"- This title was given to Siddhartha Gautama, the founder of Buddhism, upon his enlightenment. Likewise, a person can gain this position through following the fourfold path to enlightenment.
BuddhismThe religion based upon the teachings of the Buddha (Siddhartha Gautama). The Buddha's main teaching revolved around the causes for human suffering and the way to salvation from this suffering could be achieved. The two main branches of Buddhism are called Mahayana and Theravada or Hinayana.
Dhamma The teachings of the Buddha.
Dukkha Suffering, which is rooted in desire and attachment.
Mahayana The form of Buddhism prevalent in China, Japan, Korea and Vietnam. Literally translated, means "the great vehicle."
Nirvana In Buddhism, it is basically a blissful spiritual condition where the heart extinguishes passion, hatred and delusion. It is the highest spiritual plane one person can attain.
Pitaka Literally, "basket." Refers to the "three baskets" (Tripitaka) of sacred Buddhist writings.
Samsara The cycle of birth, suffering, death and rebirth.
Sangha The Buddhist monastic order literally translated as "group" or "community."
Theravada Literally the "teachings of the elders." The form of Buddhism that arose early among Buddha's disciples. Also called Hinayana Buddhism. Prevails in Southeast Asia.
McDowell, Josh and Don Stewart, Handbook of Today's Religions. Nashville: Thomas Nelson Publishers, 1983. Twelfth printing, June 1992.
Written by Sara Wenner, 2001
Basic Beliefs of Buddhism
The basic beliefs of Buddhism can be demonstrated in the following concepts and doctrines:
The First Noble Truthis the existence of suffering. Birth is painful and death is painful; disease and old age are painful. Not having what we desire is painful and having what we do not desire is also painful.
The Second Noble Truth is the cause of suffering. It is the craving desire for the pleasures of the senses, which seeks satisfaction now here, now there; the craving for happiness and prosperity in this life and in future lives.
The Third Noble Truth is the ending of suffering. To be free of suffering one must give up, get rid of, extinguish this very craving, so that no passion and no desire remain.
The Fourth Noble Truth leads to the ending of all pain by way of the Eightfold Path.
The first step on that path is Right Views: You must accept the Four Noble Truths and the Eightfold Path.
The second is Right Resolve: You must renounce the pleasures of the senses; you must harbor no ill will toward anyone and harm no living creature.
The third is Right Speech: Do not lie; do not slander or abuse anyone. Do not indulge in idle talk.
The fourth is Right Behavior: Do not destroy any living creature; take only what is given to you; do not commit any unlawful sexual act.
The fifth is Right Occupation: You must earn your livelihood in a way that will harm no one.
The sixth is Right Effort: You must resolve and strive heroically to prevent any evil qualities from arising in you and to abandon any evil qualities that you may possess. Strive to acquire good qualities and encourage those you do possess to grow, increase, and be perfected.
The seventh is Right Contemplation: Be observant, strenuous, alert, contemplative, and free of desire and of sorrow.
The eighth is Right Meditation: When you have abandoned all sensuous pleasures, all evil qualities, both joy and sorrow, you must then enter the four degrees of meditation, which are produced by concentration.
Buddhist Precepts
There are five precepts taught by Buddhism that all Buddhists should follow:
Kill no living thing.
Do not steal.
Do not commit adultery.
Tell no lies.
Do not drink intoxicants or take drugs.
Other precepts apply only to monks and nuns:
Eat moderately and only at the appointed time.
Avoid that which excites the senses.
Do not wear adornments.
Do not sleep in luxurious beds.
Accept no silver or gold.
Sacred Scriptures
In Theravada (Southeast Asian) Buddhism, there are three groups of writings considered to be holy scripture, known as the "Three Baskets" (Tripitaka). The Vinaya Pitaka (discipline basket) contains rules for the higher class of Buddhists; the Sutta Pitaka (teaching basket) contains the discourses of Buddha; and the Abidhamma Pitaka (metaphysical basket) contains Buddhist theology.
Mahayana (Chinese, Japanese, Vietnamese, etc.) Buddhism contains an incredibly large amount of holy writings, over five thousand volumes. The oldest scriptures are based on Sanskrit, while others have been written in Nepalese, Tibetan, and Chinese. There are no clear limits as to what should be admitted as scripture, so thousands of writings on the topic have been admitted.
Shelley, Fred M. and Audrey E. Clarke, eds. Human and Cultural Geography. Dubuque, Iowa: Wm. C. Brown Publishers, 1994.


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(Vancouver, BC) On October 24, 2018, Family Services of Greater Vancouver (FSGV)—one of Canada's oldest continuing social services agencies—will mark its 90th anniversary by whisking guests back in time to the roaring twenties.
For one night Vancouver's grand Terminal City Club will transform into a 1920s speakeasy where roaming performers and swing band The Gatsby Strutters will entertain party goers. Tickets include a delectable cocktail menu, delicious European wine courtesy of the Consulate General of Italy and the Consulate General of France in Vancouver, and beer from Whistler Brewing. All proceeds from FSGV's Speakeasy Soirée will support the Agency's life-changing programs and services for local youth and families in need. Live and silent auction items include a stunning Whistler getaway, a Patricia Johnston oil painting courtesy of Winsor Art Projects, and a custom art piece by Daniel Fox.
Family Services of Greater Vancouver first opened its doors in 1928 in the historic Dominion Building with a $25 donation, a single case worker and mission to support struggling families in British Columbia. The Agency has since grown to almost 500 staff operating more than 80 community and social services programs across 13 locations in Vancouver and the Lower Mainland. Through counselling and other critical social supports, FSGV has helped hundreds of thousands of families and individuals navigate life's challenges, and create a better, brighter future for themselves and their children.
Tickets include live entertainment, a cocktail menu with hosted wine and beer. Proceeds will allow FSGV to continue delivering life-changing programs and services to families and youth in need.
Family Services of Greater Vancouver (FSGV) is a community-based not-for-profit organization that provides counselling and other essential services to the most vulnerable people in our community. For 90 years FSGV has been transforming the lives of those most at-risk—from youth experiencing homelessness, families impacted by trauma, women and children escaping violence, and isolated seniors and newcomers to Canada seeking community and connection.


Tomorrow is World Narcissist Abuse Awareness Day. Below I copied some information from their website. The more people know about narcissistic abuse, the easier it will be to recognise it and stop it. I had no idea that I was being abused which is why I stayed in my relationship for so long. Covert narcissists are experts at inflicting serious emotional and psychological injuries while remaining innocent. When our wounds are invisible, it is very hard to prove that they exist. Yet the pain that we feel is immense. I can honestly say that never in my life had I experienced such a level of pain. Ans I sincerely hope that I will never again. Please read the information below. Share it. Spread the word.
Unlike physical abuse, narcissistic abuse leaves no physical marks. A form of psychological and emotional abuse, it is invisible and difficult to prove. Yet, its effects are lasting and harmful. One of the reasons why emotional abuse goes unnoticed is there aren't any laws prohibiting mind games, browbeating, or name calling. Even though, bruises and broken bones heal much faster than a broken spirit. Narcissistic Abuse can cause mental, cognitive and physical health issues for victims, which can last for years after they escape an abusive relationship. Many victims develop post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) or complex PTSD and the road to recovery is long and difficult.
According to studies between 1% and 6% of the population suffer from narcissistic personality disorder. This statistic doesn't include the other cluster B disorders. Psychologist, Martha Stout, says that 1 in 25 people are sociopaths, the equivalent of Antisocial personality disorder. If we use a conservative estimate of 4% and apply Sandra L. Brown's (2010) estimates that each of these individuals will have relationships with approximately five partners across their lifetimes, the impact of this abuse is huge. Sandra Brown estimates 80.8 million people are affected in the US, a number which does not include the children of narcissists. In Australia, a startling one in four women experiences emotional abuse by their partner. And it pays to bear in mind that the narcissist or sociopath isn't always a significant other, they could be a parent, child, friend or co-worker. Trying to calculate that number is near impossible, though undeniably huge. Yet there is no campaign, funding, or education specifically focused on the effects of narcissistic abuse or public pathology education.
The only way to end narcissistic abuse, is to start by raising awareness and educate people about what it is, the warning signs, and how to avoid pathological people. Arming people with this knowledge is critical since those who tend to inflict narcissistic abuse, most notably people diagnosed with a cluster B personality disorder such as; Narcissistic Personality Disorder, Antisocial Personality and psychopathy, have a pervasive pattern of not taking responsibility, impulsivity, and a lack of empathy, making them extremely resistant to treatment and change.
Learn the red flags and visit www.wnaad.com to find out how you can join the movement and make a difference.
Thank you for sharing the link. Narcissistic Personality Disorder is such a difficult thing to recognise. Especially covert narcissists. I am hoping that the more we spread the word then the less people will suffer narcissistic abuse.
I think the word is getting around and more of them are now getting their narcissistic supply at work. This may be leading to increased workplace bullying. It was interesting to me that within a year of me going no-contact with my ex, he was sacked from work. They definitely seem to need an outlet for their negative impulses. If they are not putting us through Hell they find ways to inflict it onother people.
Yes, there is a lot of narcissistic abuse going round in the workplace too. My ex got sacked from two jobs because he went into narcissistic rage mode. I am not sure what triggered it though. As a personal trainer it was easy for him to get narcissistic supply from clients and co workers but people eventually disappointed him and the devaluation started. He would then ignore them or be rude to them. Keeping a job is hard for them because they always believe that they are undervalued. Let's hope that people will indeed become more aware.
I only know mine got sacked fot serious misconduct. I assumed that he had flown into a narcissistic rage. It had to have been bad, as he was a partner.
It must have been bad indeed. Narcissists have a propensity for self sabotage.
Thanks for sharing this awareness tips…. Never knew such abuse existed.
Unfortunately not many people know, unless they have been through it. That's why it's important to raise awareness. Thank you for reading.


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USS McCampbell destroyer conducts FONOP near Paracel Islands
The US Navy's Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS McCampbell (DDG-85) has sailed near the Paracel Islands, a disputed territory claimed by China in the South China Sea.
The guided-missile destroyer USS McCampbell (DDG 85) is anchored at full dress ship during the International Fleet Review 'Pass and Review'. Credit: US Navy / Mass Communication 1st Class Bobbie G Attaway / Released.
McCampbell performed a 'freedom of navigation' operation (FONOP), sailing within 12nm of the Paracel Island chain, Reuters reported.
In a statement, Pacific Fleet spokesperson Rachel McMarr told the news agency that the operation was conducted to challenge excessive maritime claims.
Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Lu Kang said that the US vessel entered China's territorial seas without permission.
He also said that a Chinese military ship and aircraft were immediately sent to carry out 'verification and identification on the US ship and warned it to leave'.
"Properly resolving all kind of issues between the two sides, including economic and trade issues, are beneficial to the two countries and the whole world."
Lu Kang said: "The Chinese side firmly opposes the relevant action by the US side and urges the US to immediately stop such provocations. We will continue to take necessary measures to safeguard our national sovereignty and security."
The aggressive move comes at a time when China and the US started talks to diffuse trade tensions between them.
Last month, US President Donald Trump reached an agreement for a 90-day truce in the trade war with China. The parties had agreed to resolve the differences over trade tariffs during the truce period.
Lu Kang added: "As for how this action will affect the current China-US trade talks, properly resolving all kind of issues between the two sides, including economic and trade issues, are beneficial to the two countries and the whole world."
China claims nearly all of the strategic South China Sea. Other Asian nations, Vietnam, the Philippines, Brunei, Malaysia, Indonesia and Taiwan, also claim sovereignty over the disputed South China Sea region.
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Frost got into the ground at Exeter on Friday morning and we're now entering the time of the year when meetings will be abandoned for all manner of weather related reasons.
Saturday should be OK. There are good meetings on both sides of the Irish sea. Sandown stages what looks to me to be a disappointing size of field for the Tingle Creek, Aintree offers us an ultra competitive looking big field Becher Chase and, over in Ireland, there is some good racing on both Saturday and Sunday.
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By Vern on 2nd December 2016
It's time for fireworks, parking, pie & peas and to set light to a figure stuffed full of paper and straw. At least it was when I was a lad. Frankly, I have no idea what happens when November 5th falls on a Saturday in this day and age. I'm guessing people now pay money to attend official fireworks displays. Some racecourses even stage them. They have to make money how and when they can.
Before night falls on Saturday there will be racing up and down the UK. As far south as Wincanton. As far north as . . .
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50/1 tip wins the Grand National as VG TIPS rules the world
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VG TIPS members won the Grand National when backing my 50/1 tip, Rule the World. Indeed, I tipped the...
The Grand National of 1967. The year of my first bet. When was yours?
It is lost in the mists of time as to why I asked my Dad to put my pocket...
Special Offer! Sign up to VG TIPS now for Cheltenham & Aintree tips
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Geoff Banks rides again!
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Here he is. The man you've all been waiting for. Geoff Banks speaks in part two of my on...
Pineau De Re wins the 2014 Grand National
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My Grand National winnings – 1967
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Labrador pet owners urged to vaccinate after fox tests positive for rabies
SaltWire Network | Posted: Aug. 3, 2018, 2:50 p.m. | Updated: Aug. 3, 2018, 4:20 p.m. | 1 Min Read
RIGOLET, N.L. – A fox that was recently killed in Rigolet has tested positive for rabies.
It's the first case of rabies reported in Labrador in two years.
Samples from the fox were sent to Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) laboratories in Ottawa for confirmation.
The provincial government is encouraging pet owners Labrador to vaccinate their animals.
Rabies vaccination help protect animals and humans against rabies. Dogs and cats can be vaccinated through local veterinary clinics. In areas where no private veterinary services are available, on the northeast coast of Labrador, Nuniasiavut public health nurses offer free rabies vaccine for pets.
Rabies is common in wild animals in Labrador. It is also cyclical with the last major outbreak in 2012.
Rabies is spread through the bite or scratch of an infected animal. Any wild animal, unvaccinated dogs and cats can be infected. You cannot tell if an animal is infected with rabies by sight. Animals in the late stages of the disease, however, often act strangely or cannot move properly.
Any unusual behaviour in wild or domestic animals should be reported to conservation officers, wildlife enforcement officers, veterinarians, police or public health officials.
Rabies education information is available at www.faa.gov.nl.ca/agrifoods/animals/health/rabies.html.
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Social Media in the Defence & Military Sector
20th November to 21st November 2019,
SMi is proud to present the 9th annual Social Media in the Defence and Military Sector conference, taking place on the 20th and 21st November in London, United Kingdom.
Social Media has become an increasingly vital tool for the Armed Forces in the 21st Century. Not only in order to reach out to a wider and younger audience globally for recruitment and information purposes but as a new front in warfare. What soldiers, airmen, and sailors post online can be crucial to winning the hearts and minds of local populations, weakening the enemy's narrative, and as an instrument in the proliferation of cyber warfare. This year's conference will focus on cyber defence, operational use of social media, individual nations' and organisations' social media campaigns, open-source intelligence gathering, and much more!
Engage with a dynamic audience of military officers, government officials, industry experts and social media platform specialists on crucial topics such recruitment, cyber-security, audience engagement, crisis response tactics and combating fake news
Exclusive Host Nation presentations from the UK MoD, Royal Navy and the British Army
Hear from the US military on Operationalizing the Science of the Human Domain for Effective Global Engagement – A US Special Operations Forces (SOF) Approach
Two half day pre-conference workshops focusing on social media strategies and the utilisation of immersive technologies in military communications campaigns
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Major Laurence Roche, Press Officer, British Army, Defence Academy of the United Kingdom
9:00 Furthering Community Engagement between High-Level Leadership and the Public
Colonel Paul Haverstick, Acting Director, Defense Media Activity, Office of the Secretary of Defense (OSD), US DoD
Highlighting strategic-level decisions to make them available and understood by targeted audiences
Personalizing the message delivered via integrated platforms
Analysing strategy to increase reach and social engagement
Gathering intelligence and listening to audience responses
Maintain audience to shape future engagements
9:40 How to be Great at Digital Communications – The MoD's digital journey
Matthew Clarke, Head of Digital Strategy, UK MoD
Digital planning and strategy development
Content, distribution and measurement
How to engage with your audience on digital and social
Benchmarking digital performance
What does digital great look like?
10:50 Fighting with Facts – The British Army
Colonel Christopher MacGregor, Assistant Head, Army Media & Communications, British Army
Context – Trust and misinformation
Story so far – Telling the Army's story through external social media
Culture is king – Trust is our currency
The way ahead – Building knowledge through enterprise social networks and fighting with facts
11:30 The Impact of Social Media to Support Regional Campaigns
Company's social media strategy
Social media to support communication campaigns
Success story: Leonardo in the UK
Lamberto Martinello, Communication Campaigns, Leonardo
Mark Gunning, Digital Campaigns, UK, Leonardo
12:10 The Brazilian Army Social Media Strategies
Lieutenant Colonel Paulo Onofre Silva de Sousa, Brazilian Army Social Media Coordinator, Brazilian Army
Language to best engage
Max, our AI social media bot
Be different on each social media
13:50 Thinking Differently About Communicating
Colonel Allen Herritage, Director, Public Affairs, Air Combat Command, USAF
Social stalwarts like Facebook/Twitter don't reach age of most military
Senior Leaders settle into comfort zones of communication if not pushed
The military has not tapped into Gaming as a communication tool
14:30 How the Bundeswehr is Employing Social Media to Boost Recruitment in 2019
Comissioner Dirk Von Holleben, Press and Information Staff - Bundeswehr Social media, German MoD
An insight into the latest developments in the Bundeswehr's recruitment strategies
The recruits: the success of the world's first YouTube series for recruiting
Chatbots: how we use chatbots for storytelling and recruiting
15:10 How the Canadian Armed Forces are Achieving True Social Engagement Through Social Media
Lucy Ellis, Communications Advisor, Canadian Department of National Defense
Keeping the focus on people: finding an emotional hook
Building connections with domestic and international audiences
Utilising a wide range of models, platforms and social media initiatives
16:20 Women in Defence UK: Strategically growing and engaging
Rachael Clamp, Leadership Team, Women in Defence UK
Promoting your personality
Social media is not easy
Taking advantage of social media reach
17:00 Lessons from the Enemy: what we can learn from ISIS and how we win hearts and minds in this new age?
Klisman Murati, Director, Pangaea Wire
What lessons can we learn from the strategy ISIS and other groups use online
Breaking down the demographic so we know what we want to achieve with who
Social media as a tool not a silver bullet: how perception needs backing up
17:40 Chairman's Closing Remarks and Close of Day One
9:10 Mutual Support Between the PSYOPS and Special Operations Forces
Brigadier General Ivan Caruso, Commander, Italian Army Special Forces Command, Italian MoD
Can PSYOPS be used in support of SOF?
Can SOF be usefully used in support of PSYOPS?
The alternative way: the Italian Solution (Job)
9:50 Operationalizing the Science of the Human Domain for Effective Global Engagement - the US Special Operations Forces (SOF) Approach
Dr Aleksandra Nesic, Visiting Professor	, Joint Special Operations University, USSOCOM
Leveraging Big & Thick Data to Analyse Human Geography and Behaviour
How US SOF navigate a kaleidoscope of complex psycho-social and cultural landscapes
Brief overview of field research and operational examples – stories from the field
Ongoing Research with USSOCOM, DARPA, and the British Army
11:00 Social Media: A Tool for a Component Commander?
Commander Ward De Grieve, Strategic Communications advisor, Belgian Navy
As commander of the Navy, the Admiral must make sure his messages reach the right audiences – how can this be done effectively?
Are Social Media the right tools to achieve his goals? Does size matter in this case?
Highlighting the importance of developing a rigorous strategy and methodology
11:40 A Media Challenge: change of command and relocation of a Headquarters during a running operation
Rebecca Dahl, Deputy Spokesperson, EU NAVFOR Operation ATALANTA
What is Operation Atalanta?
How Atalanta's Media team dealt with piracy actions
How was planned the change of command and relocation of a HQ from a media perspective
Lesson Learned and Media strategy for Operation Atalanta
13:20 The Importance of Social Media Listening
Mr Luca Lamorte, Social Media Manager, IOM
Online Engagement and PR crises
Silence vs Engagement
How to manage conflict on Social Media
14:00 The Future of Communications
Steven Mehringer, International Communications Advisor, (Formerly NATO Head of Communications)
Digital transformations and the future of communications
Preparing for AI
Negotiating an increasingly complicated communications landscape
Communications and large scale international organisations
15:10 Combating False Narratives in Defence Discussion
Major David Bergman, PhD-candidate in Military Psychology at the Swedish Defence University and fellow of the Royal Academy of War Sciences, Swedish Armed Forces
"Trolls vs Elves" - fighting disinformation in the public social media discussion
Case studies in hijacked defence narratives and their effect
"So what?" - The future Stratcom-environment
15:50 Crisis Communications: Mitigating Cyber Incidents
Fredrik Johnsen, Communications Advisor, Norwegian National Security Authority
Crisis Communications: Mitigating Cyber Incidents
Providing support to counter-adversarial information activity
Cyber crisis communications best practices
Brigadier General Ivan Caruso
Commander, Italian Army Special Forces Command, Italian MoD
Colonel Paul Haverstick
Acting Director, Defense Media Activity, Office of the Secretary of Defense (OSD), US DoD
Dr Aleksandra Nesic
Visiting Professor	, Joint Special Operations University, USSOCOM
Lamberto Martinello
Communication Campaigns, Leonardo
Communications Advisor, Canadian Department of National Defense
Matthew Clarke
Head of Digital Strategy, UK MoD
Colonel Allen Herritage
Director, Public Affairs, Air Combat Command, USAF
Colonel Christopher MacGregor
Assistant Head, Army Media & Communications, British Army
Comissioner Dirk Von Holleben
Press and Information Staff - Bundeswehr Social media, German MoD
Commander Ward De Grieve
Strategic Communications advisor, Belgian Navy
Fredrik Johnsen
Communications Advisor, Norwegian National Security Authority
Klisman Murati
Director, Pangaea Wire
Lieutenant Colonel Paulo Onofre Silva de Sousa
Brazilian Army Social Media Coordinator, Brazilian Army
Major David Bergman
PhD-candidate in Military Psychology at the Swedish Defence University and fellow of the Royal Academy of War Sciences, Swedish Armed Forces
Major Laurence Roche
Press Officer, British Army, Defence Academy of the United Kingdom
Mark Gunning
Digital Campaigns, UK, Leonardo
Mr Luca Lamorte
Social Media Manager, IOM
Managing Director, VRAI
Rachael Clamp
Leadership Team, Women in Defence UK
Rebecca Dahl
Deputy Spokesperson, EU NAVFOR Operation ATALANTA
Steven Mehringer
International Communications Advisor, (Formerly NATO Head of Communications)
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View details Air International Supporting Media Partners http://www.airinternational.com Over the years, AIR International has established an unrivalled reputation for authoritative reporting and coverage across the full spectrum of aviation subjects. With more pages than ever, all still dedicated to commercial and military aviation, we have more correspondents and top aviation writers from around the world, offering even more exciting news, features and stunning photography.
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View details ARMSCOM.net Supporting Media Partners http://www.armscom.net ARMSCOM.net is a B2B /B2G platform for brokers of military goods. ARMSCOM.net is dedicated for Aerospace and Defense Industry with database containing more than 4000 companies and 3400 defense industrial sectors. Add Company and Products Profiles. For more information e-mail: armscom.net@gmail.com or visit http://www.armscom.net, tel.: + 372 816 946 77
View details Army Technology Supporting Media Partners http://www.army-technology.com Army-technology.com brings you up-to-date international news and features on the defence industry, covering military projects, trends, products, services and more in the army sector. With a team of journalists around the world, army-technology.com, along with sister sites naval-technology.com and airforce-technology.com, is the only business service that focuses on the technologies required by military personnel and companies working in this important field. When you combine this with one of the most comprehensive and detailed listings of military equipment suppliers, products and services, free white paper downloads and company press releases, you see why army-technology.com is the key point of reference for the defence industry.
View details ASD MEDIA Supporting Media Partners http://www.asd-network.com Professionals in the Aerospace & Defence market use the ASD Media internet platforms to:
View details Asian Military Review Supporting Media Partners http://www.asianmilitaryreview.com/ Asian Military Review is ABC audited publication, read & discussed by key decision makers & advisors to Asia Pacific militaries. Published since 1993 it's widely recognised as authoritative provider of unbiased & objective information to Asian military. Editorial content comprises capability analysis, special reports & relevant news coverage from the region. AMR provides information, opinion & facts allowing military professionals to track & understand defence developments worldwide, concerning equipment, training, organisation & doctrine issues. The magazine is a proven source keeping military professionals up to date on national & international defence & security issues.
View details Aviation News Supporting Media Partners http://www.aviation-news.co.uk/ As Britain's longest established monthly aviation journal, Aviation News is renowned for providing the best coverage of every branch of aviation. Now incorporating Classic Aircraft, each issue features the latest news and in-depth features, plus firsthand accounts from pilots putting you in the cockpit. Covering both modern military and civil aircraft, as well as classic types from yesteryear, it features subjects from World War Two, through the Cold War years to present day. Aviation News brings you the past, present and future of flight.
View details Combat Aircraft magazine Supporting Media Partners http://www.combataircraft.net With in-depth editorial coverage alongside the finest imagery from the world's foremost aviation photographers, Combat Aircraft is America's best-selling military aviation magazine. With thought-provoking opinion pieces, detailed information and rare archive imagery, Combat Aircraft is your one-stop-source of military aviation news and features from across the globe. Visit www.combataircraft.net for more information.
View details Defence and Security Alert Supporting Media Partners http://www.dsalert.org Defence and Security Alert (DSA) is the first and only ISO 9001:2015 certified, world-class monthly Indian magazine in defence and security journalism. Covering a strictly research based spectrum of dynamic scenarios in India and challenging horizons beyond national borders, DSA is the only Indian defence magazine available on the intranets of Indian Air Force (IAF) and Border Security Force (BSF). DSA is an ideal platform in this domain to showcase your products, services and cutting-edge technologies. DSA is very extensively circulated among key policy and decision makers in the federal and 28 state governments and corporate world in India and worldwide through print and online editions.
View details Defense Conferences Supporting Media Partners https://marketanalysis.com Market Research Media Ltd, a leading market research firm, provides comprehensive market research reports and forecasts to assist governmental and corporate decision makers understand the dynamics of world's technology markets. Fortune 500 companies, US Congress and EU government bodies rely on our strategic insights.
View details Homeland Security Research Corporation Supporting Media Partners http://www.homelandsecurityresearch.com HSRC provides premium off-the-shelf market reports on present and emerging technologies and industry expertise, enabling global clients to gain time-critical insight into business opportunities. All reports include in-depth information and analysis of emerging markets, technologies, and industries broken down by geography, market, vertical, technology, product, and revenue stream. Our reports support Homeland Security & Public Safety communities worldwide in their strategic decision-making process, providing up-to-date market knowledge, analysis, and insights. HSRC offers customized research services geared towards providing our clients with clear, actionable recommendations designed to empower decision-making and to help exploit emerging opportunities in the market. The customized research services provide a deep analysis of specific markets and eco-systems, target geographies, strategic segments and verticals, competitor analysis and technological benchmarks. The custom research services are provided as an ad hoc assignment or as an ongoing service.
View details Military Systems and Technology Supporting Media Partners http://www.militarysystems-tech.com Military Systems & Technology is a comprehensive web portal, design agency and publication designed for the International Defence & Aerospace Industry. It is a source of daily information for Manufacturers, OEM'S, System Integrators and Contractors. We even have Government & Military Readers. The portal encompasses all aspects of Military equipment, technology, design and services. www.militarysystems-tech.com info@militarysystems-tech.com +44 (0)1392 881545
View details Social Media Examiner Supporting Media Partners http://www.socialmediaexaminer.com The world's largest online social media magazine, Social Media Examiner helps businesses discover how to best use social media, blogs and podcasts to connect with customers, drive traffic, generate more brand awareness and increase sales. Social Media Examiner hosts the popular Social Media Marketing Podcast and the industry's leading physical conference, Social Media Marketing World - http://www.socialmediaexaminer.com
View details Social Media Portal Supporting Media Partners http://www.socialmediaportal.com The Social Media Portal (SMP) is a global news and information directory. Showcasing social media and related technology its free resources benefits academics, analysts, advertisers, businesses, marketers, PRs, researchers etc. Add your apps, blogs, press releases, campaigns, research, events and more for free. Keep up-to-date @smponline.
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View details TopSEOs Supporting Media Partners http://www.topseosglobal.com/ The independent authority on search vendors, topseos.com, evaluates and ranks the top internet marketing companies. Categories ranked by topseos include: search engine optimization, pay per click management, affiliate marketing, social media optimization, and many more. Since 2002, topseos has been a trusted resource for businesses looking to launch or improve internet marketing campaigns. The pathfinder service allows topseos to work directly with you to help find companies that best fit your business needs. Why waste time searching through thousands of sites with false promises? Go straight to the authority, gain insight into the industry, and work with the best.
View details Visibility Magazine Supporting Media Partners http://www.visibilitymagazineintl.com Visibility Magazine, founded in 2007, has become the guide to latest trends in internet marketing. Visibility conducts interviews with CEOs, shares opinions, reviews products, and provides a wealth of information about the movements in the industry. Additionally, Visibility will reach many fringe businesses that may have been contemplating entering or expanding their Internet marketing campaigns. Visibility is published quarterly and covers a wide range of topics including, but not limited to, organic optimization, pay-per-click marketing, website analytics, affiliate marketing, and press release distribution. Visibility embodies high-quality content, good sense, superior taste, and the character of conscientious journalism.
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An Interview with Steven Mehringer, Head of Communications Services, NATO
Speaker Interview with Klisman Murati, Director, Pangaea Wire
Speaker Interview with Commander Ward De Grieve, Strategic Communication Advisor, Belgian Navy
Speaker Interview with Lucy Ellis, Senior Communication Advisor, Canadian MoD
Speaker Interview with Dr Luca Lamorte, IOM
Past Attendees List
Imprint Social
https://imprint-social.com/
Military Systems and Technology
http://www.militarysystems-tech.com
Military Systems & Technology is a comprehensive web portal, design agency and publication designed for the International Defence & Aerospace Industry. It is a source of daily information for Manufacturers, OEM'S, System Integrators and Contractors. We even have Government & Military Readers. The portal encompasses all aspects of Military equipment, technology, design and services. www.militarysystems-tech.com info@militarysystems-tech.com +44 (0)1392 881545
Combat Aircraft magazine
http://www.combataircraft.net
With in-depth editorial coverage alongside the finest imagery from the world's foremost aviation photographers, Combat Aircraft is America's best-selling military aviation magazine. With thought-provoking opinion pieces, detailed information and rare archive imagery, Combat Aircraft is your one-stop-source of military aviation news and features from across the globe. Visit www.combataircraft.net for more information.
Armada International
http://armadainternational.com
ARMADA INTERNATIONAL is leading defence magazine which reports on and analyses defence systems, equipment and technology. Together with its Compendium supplements, ARMADA provides defence planners in the militaries, in government, in procurement and in the defence industry itself with the information they need to plan their strategies.
Army Technology
http://www.army-technology.com
Army-technology.com brings you up-to-date international news and features on the defence industry, covering military projects, trends, products, services and more in the army sector. With a team of journalists around the world, army-technology.com, along with sister sites naval-technology.com and airforce-technology.com, is the only business service that focuses on the technologies required by military personnel and companies working in this important field. When you combine this with one of the most comprehensive and detailed listings of military equipment suppliers, products and services, free white paper downloads and company press releases, you see why army-technology.com is the key point of reference for the defence industry.
Visibility Magazine
http://www.visibilitymagazineintl.com
Visibility Magazine, founded in 2007, has become the guide to latest trends in internet marketing. Visibility conducts interviews with CEOs, shares opinions, reviews products, and provides a wealth of information about the movements in the industry. Additionally, Visibility will reach many fringe businesses that may have been contemplating entering or expanding their Internet marketing campaigns. Visibility is published quarterly and covers a wide range of topics including, but not limited to, organic optimization, pay-per-click marketing, website analytics, affiliate marketing, and press release distribution. Visibility embodies high-quality content, good sense, superior taste, and the character of conscientious journalism.
ARMSCOM.net
http://www.armscom.net
ARMSCOM.net is a B2B /B2G platform for brokers of military goods. ARMSCOM.net is dedicated for Aerospace and Defense Industry with database containing more than 4000 companies and 3400 defense industrial sectors. Add Company and Products Profiles. For more information e-mail: armscom.net@gmail.com or visit http://www.armscom.net, tel.: + 372 816 946 77
Defence and Security Alert
http://www.dsalert.org
Defence and Security Alert (DSA) is the first and only ISO 9001:2015 certified, world-class monthly Indian magazine in defence and security journalism. Covering a strictly research based spectrum of dynamic scenarios in India and challenging horizons beyond national borders, DSA is the only Indian defence magazine available on the intranets of Indian Air Force (IAF) and Border Security Force (BSF). DSA is an ideal platform in this domain to showcase your products, services and cutting-edge technologies. DSA is very extensively circulated among key policy and decision makers in the federal and 28 state governments and corporate world in India and worldwide through print and online editions.
Airforce Technologies
Used daily as means of creating partnerships and as a point of reference by professionals within the air force industry, this comprehensive resource supplies the latest news releases, detailed information on industry projects, white papers, event information and a thorough breakdown of products and services.
http://www.aviation-news.co.uk/
As Britain's longest established monthly aviation journal, Aviation News is renowned for providing the best coverage of every branch of aviation. Now incorporating Classic Aircraft, each issue features the latest news and in-depth features, plus firsthand accounts from pilots putting you in the cockpit. Covering both modern military and civil aircraft, as well as classic types from yesteryear, it features subjects from World War Two, through the Cold War years to present day. Aviation News brings you the past, present and future of flight.
Social Media Portal
http://www.socialmediaportal.com
The Social Media Portal (SMP) is a global news and information directory. Showcasing social media and related technology its free resources benefits academics, analysts, advertisers, businesses, marketers, PRs, researchers etc. Add your apps, blogs, press releases, campaigns, research, events and more for free. Keep up-to-date @smponline.
Asian Military Review
http://www.asianmilitaryreview.com/
Asian Military Review is ABC audited publication, read & discussed by key decision makers & advisors to Asia Pacific militaries. Published since 1993 it's widely recognised as authoritative provider of unbiased & objective information to Asian military. Editorial content comprises capability analysis, special reports & relevant news coverage from the region. AMR provides information, opinion & facts allowing military professionals to track & understand defence developments worldwide, concerning equipment, training, organisation & doctrine issues. The magazine is a proven source keeping military professionals up to date on national & international defence & security issues.
http://www.airforcesmonthly.com
AirForces Monthly magazine is devoted to modern military aircraft and their air arms, it provides the best military aviation news coverage from its global network of correspondents and is essential reading for anyone seeking a well-informed view. AirForces Monthly has built up a formidable reputation worldwide by reporting from places not generally covered by other military magazines.
Homeland Security Research Corporation
http://www.homelandsecurityresearch.com
HSRC provides premium off-the-shelf market reports on present and emerging technologies and industry expertise, enabling global clients to gain time-critical insight into business opportunities. All reports include in-depth information and analysis of emerging markets, technologies, and industries broken down by geography, market, vertical, technology, product, and revenue stream. Our reports support Homeland Security & Public Safety communities worldwide in their strategic decision-making process, providing up-to-date market knowledge, analysis, and insights. HSRC offers customized research services geared towards providing our clients with clear, actionable recommendations designed to empower decision-making and to help exploit emerging opportunities in the market. The customized research services provide a deep analysis of specific markets and eco-systems, target geographies, strategic segments and verticals, competitor analysis and technological benchmarks. The custom research services are provided as an ad hoc assignment or as an ongoing service.
Defense Conferences
https://marketanalysis.com
Market Research Media Ltd, a leading market research firm, provides comprehensive market research reports and forecasts to assist governmental and corporate decision makers understand the dynamics of world's technology markets. Fortune 500 companies, US Congress and EU government bodies rely on our strategic insights.
Technology Conferences
http://www.technologyconference.com
TechnologyConference.com is a premier resource of professional events, providing the latest information on technology events for R&D, business development and marketing professionals in technology-intensive industries. TechnologyConference.com is one of the most widely-read technology event publications, providing the latest information on technology events for R&D, business development and marketing professionals in knowledge-intensive industries. Decision-makers at Fortune 500 companies, government agencies and R&D organizations watch the technology event announcements published at TechnologyConference.com and its media partnership network.
http://www.socialmediaexaminer.com
The world's largest online social media magazine, Social Media Examiner helps businesses discover how to best use social media, blogs and podcasts to connect with customers, drive traffic, generate more brand awareness and increase sales. Social Media Examiner hosts the popular Social Media Marketing Podcast and the industry's leading physical conference, Social Media Marketing World - http://www.socialmediaexaminer.com
Air International
http://www.airinternational.com
Over the years, AIR International has established an unrivalled reputation for authoritative reporting and coverage across the full spectrum of aviation subjects. With more pages than ever, all still dedicated to commercial and military aviation, we have more correspondents and top aviation writers from around the world, offering even more exciting news, features and stunning photography.
21st Century Asian Arms Race
https://21stcenturyasianarmsrace.com/
21st Century Asian Arms Race (21AAR) is an online resource for conflict and security related information specific to Eurasia. 21AAR's editorial style and open source approach to gathering public intelligence ensures a unique and independent presentation of events in real-time.
TopSEOs
http://www.topseosglobal.com/
The independent authority on search vendors, topseos.com, evaluates and ranks the top internet marketing companies. Categories ranked by topseos include: search engine optimization, pay per click management, affiliate marketing, social media optimization, and many more. Since 2002, topseos has been a trusted resource for businesses looking to launch or improve internet marketing campaigns. The pathfinder service allows topseos to work directly with you to help find companies that best fit your business needs. Why waste time searching through thousands of sites with false promises? Go straight to the authority, gain insight into the industry, and work with the best.
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The big third-party winner of 2018 was Take-Two. The publisher saw its market share increased by 5.8 per cent over 2017, driven (of course) by Red Dead Redemption 2. The Western game was the UK's second best-selling title with 1.76 million games sold over the year (in physical form). It saw Take-Two enter the Top Three boxed publishers of the year in the UK, up from seventh the year before.
Take-Two also benefitted from continued sales of GTA V. Although GTA V sales are (finally) starting to slow down, it was still the eleventh best-selling game of the year.
The biggest struggler - although you wouldn't know it from the charts - was Electronic Arts. EA was the biggest publisher of the year again, however, its share of the boxed market fell to 14.7 per cent - it was 17 per cent in 2017 and 22 per cent in 2016. The decline is caused by lower sales of this year's FIFA, although FIFA 19 was still the UK's most popular video game last year. Battlefield V also failed to match the sales of its predecessor.
What isn't factored in here is EA's growth in the digital space. Indeed, FIFA 18's sales were 20 per cent digital, whereas FIFA 19's sales were 25 per cent digital.
Activision Blizzard also saw a drop in market share by more than four per cent. This is due to slower sales for Call of Duty: Black Ops 4 versus Call of Duty: WWII. However, Activision Blizzard does have four games in the Top 20 best-sellers - more than any other third-party publisher (Call of Duty Black Ops 4, Crash Bandicoot N.Sane Trilogy, Spyro Reignited Trilogy and Call of Duty: WWII). Combined, those four games have sold more than two million copies in the UK.
Other companies that struggled slightly in 2018 includes Ubisoft, which posted lower sales of its new Assassin's Creed in physical form, and Bethesda, which saw disappointing results for Fallout 76.
One company we've not talked about is Xbox. The Xbox One saw a dip in market share, but Microsoft the publisher saw a slight rise in market share. This was driven by Forza Horizon 4, the fastest-selling game in the series so far, which shifted 392,960 copies in the UK last year.
For the Top 20 physical UK games chart for 2018, click here.


Business meetings through dinner put me in the North Loop of Minneapolis after dark. The North Loop is the hip new place to be in Minneapolis, with lots of restaurants, bars, and as I spied with my iPhone, new condo buildings going up on every corner. This one had a funky disco mood lighting the upper floor, which is either a marketing ploy or just construction workers with a sense of humor.
This is day 252 of Photo 365.
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