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New to VR? A beginner's guide
February 11, 2018 February 11, 2018 Magdalena Golczynski
Virtual reality (VR) produces a computer-generated environment–complete with realistic sights, sounds and other sensations–which a person can explore by wearing a special kind of headset and, in some cases, using certain props. Basically every VR experience will allow the user to feel as though they are in this simulated world and look around it, while more advanced systems allow for movement and interaction. While the ability of VR to provide valuable, realistic experiences without introducing real-world risks has found many fans across various industries (from healthcare to real estate), the most popular types of virtual reality content remain video games, movies and television. For those
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Las Vegas Strip's Big Apple roller coaster has a new VR experience option
February 6, 2018 Magdalena Golczynski
The New York-New York Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas has teamed up with German company VR Coaster to add a virtual reality experience to its Big Apple roller coaster starting Feb. 7. This development will make the 4,777-foot long Big Apple coaster the longest in the world to be equipped with VR. For an extra $5 in ride fees, riders will be able to don wireless VR headsets once they board the coaster; the storyline will take them to an alien research facility in the Nevada desert where an extraterrestrial specimen has just escaped, and as the ride begins, so does a search for
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VRWorld: Our Most Popular Stories of 2017
February 1, 2018 February 1, 2018 Reece Sellin
While we have recently covered our choices for the Top 10 VR/AR Stories of 2017, and while some of those stories happened to also be among the most popular amongst our readers last year, there were also a number of additional stories that proved popular. In this piece, we take at the top ten stories — based on reader popularity — in 2017. #10: Bethesda's VR World: DOOM VFR, Fallout 4 VR and Skyrim PSVR This summertime article addressed how AAA game developer Bethesda was poised to bring a dramatic improvement to VR gaming with the then-pending releases of Doom VFR, Fallout 4 VR and
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December's Top VR Gaming Announcements
December 18, 2017 December 18, 2017 Christopher Harper
Thanks to PSX (PlayStation Experience) and The Game Awards 2017, December has been chockfull of VR gaming announcements. We've gone through all of them and picked the most notable ones. New Game Announcements Vacation Simulator Platforms: PC, PSVR Launch Window: 2018 Vacation Simulator is billed as a sequel, since "after you job, you vacation". In contrast to the small office environment of Job Simulator, players will tackle a full island of activities in this game, accompanied by a few robots. Judging by the trailer and Owlchemy Labs' former work in the industry, this game is gonna be a good one. Accounting+ Platforms: PSVR, PC (eventually)
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Sony unveils several new Playstation VR titles
November 2, 2017 November 2, 2017 Reece Sellin
As we previously anticipated, Sony announced a number of new titles on Monday for their now one-year-old Playstation VR platform. The announcements push the number of games available for the platform ever closer to the three hundred mark. Following is a brief overview of the titles unveiled Monday: Megalith Produced by Destructive Games, this is billed as "an action-packed hero shooter that transforms you into a titan, letting you use your massive size and firepower to compete with others in a quest to become a god." Bow to Blood Developed by TribeToy, gamers will use VR to serve as "captain of a powerful airship," set
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Killer Software: Best New Thing in Internet Experience For Casual Users
September 29, 2017 September 29, 2017 Kresimir Zelenika
Being online is increasingly becoming one of most prevalent functions of modern life. Every day we tweet, post statuses, watch videos and pictures, listen to music, watch series or movies, chat, game, pay bills, being paid and so on. Since the time of dial up modems, numerous companies tried and still are trying to improve the internet experience, and become able to satisfy your every need. One of such companies is Rivet Networks from Texas, and their Killer Networking technology. The company got acquired by Qualcomm and then spun off several years later, is now focusing on delivering the best experience not just for gamers,
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Linksys Kills Lag by Launching Killer Wireless Router for Gaming, VR
August 22, 2017 Theo Valich
The quest for seamless wireless experience still represents a challenge for the network industry. Regardless of are we talking about smartphones, eSports, conventional multiplayer games or even VR, any network-induced lag breaks the user experience. In order to address the issue Linksys teamed with Rivet Networks to develop a Killer-powered wireless router, named WRT32X. If the name WRT sounds familiar, it's no secret that this product shares the name with WRT54 series, one of most successful networking products of all times, still being sold today, 15 years after its introduction – thanks to Linksys making a decision to endorse support OpenWRT for the fans of
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Xiaomi Mijia MI SPHERE 360 Camera Review
June 8, 2017 June 8, 2017 Kresimir Zelenika
Xiaomi is slowly opening itself and their products to the west. The Chinese smartphone giant is expanding its availability on global markets thanks to its e-tailers. One of their leading partners is turning out to be GearBest, who recently sent us the Xiaomi Mijia MI SPHERE 360 Camera. I took the camera to the city of Varazdin in Croatia and checked the real world performance. Given the price of mere $255, can Xiaomi's 360 degree camera offer the ultimate price / performance ratio? First off, I have to admit that setting the camera was a real pain in the behind, trying to figure out how to install phone
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Rivet Networks Launches Networking Software, Wi-Fi and 10 Gbps
June 1, 2017 Kresimir Zelenika
AMD and Intel both came out with guns blazing at this year's Computex Taipei. Core i9 and the X299 chipset is a reaction to AMD's RYZEN THREADRIPPER (yes, it's not written in all caps, but it looks better) and their X399 chipset. Yet, perhaps the most important thing for the PC of 2017/2018 isn't the processor, but the fact that we're finally getting Wi-Fi as a standard on PC motherboards (yes, only 14 years after Intel launched Centrino) and the proliferation of 5 and 10 Gigabit networking for the enthusiast and gaming market. Let's face it, if you have a fast NVMe SSD storage, the best
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Xiaomi Mi Band 2 First Look
April 27, 2017 April 28, 2017 Kresimir Zelenika
It has been a long overdue, the time has come to write an article on physical activity i.e. sports. Over the past couple of decades, we're witnessing a big problem everywhere in a world – people just do not exercise and make dubious choices of removing the balanced diet. From Hawaii to the continental U.S., Germany or Croatia, Singapore or China – high percentage of people on this planet do not exercise at all (I know I don't do it regularly). If you plan on challenging the status quo with your own body, we have a cool gadget named Xiaomi Mi Band 2. Design The default
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Easeus Data Recovery Wizard to the Rescue
March 7, 2017 March 8, 2017 Kresimir Zelenika
Since ever there was computing, we needed to save the information somewhere safe. Today, more than ever – we're generating immense number of different data sets, and consuming data at ever higher rate. Every significant event is captured on a camera or smartphone, and every document is stored on our PC, it is really important to save all those personal and business files somewhere safe. However, what if our "safe place", such as the ubiquitous hard drive gets formatted, you delete file or lose the whole partition? In that case, you would need a good data recovery software to get all those pictures or documents.
March 7, 2017 March 8, 2017 0
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Hands On: Xiaomi Mi MIX White Version
January 19, 2017 January 20, 2017 Kresimir Zelenika
Over the past couple of years we haven't seen any noticeable change in smartphone designs – candy bar form and some minor changes. The last big thing was edge screen we saw on Samsung Galaxy "Edge" family. Not so long ago Xiaomi decided to change that with what I call, the "XPS of Smartphones" (yes, we're referring to Dell's Apple-killer design notebooks). Mi Mix is smartphone with no bezels, and in that way is one of the first smartphones to bring this design to life. But let's get it clear, this phone looks like one of those leaked fake designs of future Apple or Samsung
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How Does OnePlus 3T Smartphone Performs VR?
December 28, 2016 December 28, 2016 Kresimir Zelenika
After the new OnePlus 3T smartphone came out, with the same display as the original "3", we decided to test this not so pricey flagship killer in Virtual Reality. Before that we did a comparison of OnePlus 3 and OnePlus 3T that you can read here. OnePlus decided not to upgrade their 1080×1920 pixels Optical AMOLED display, and although it does not suck – it can be better. The same thing repeated in the camera department. Overall, the camera is really good, even great if you are willing to play with manual options like tuning down ISO in low light. But back on the point here,
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Overkill VR Adds Oculus Touch Support
November 29, 2016 Kresimir Zelenika
Overkill keeps its name in the news. We've tested the game extensively through our first look, and reviewed the early access version of the game created by GameTroopers. Word has reached us that the game developers brought several new updates to the game which brings the title to more platforms. Yes, the biggest update is the expiry of HTC Vive "exclusiveness", as Overkill VR now fully supports Oculus Rift and its Touch controllers. Given the "dead race" both manufacturers have battled over, it is good to see the titles being available across the range of platforms. Besides Oculus Rift and Touch, this is one of first
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First Look: Overkill VR Early Access Reviewed
November 16, 2016 November 16, 2016 Kresimir Zelenika
Several weeks ago, we posted an article on the new virtual reality game called Overkill VR, and just a few days ago we finally got the chance to experience a beta version of the game. Developed by the Spanish game development team Game Troopers, Overkill VR is one of the many FPS games for VR, but it takes gameplay to more realistic direction. Steam Early Access for the game opens on November 16th, 2016. Your digital avatar in Overkill VR faces difficult situations as the leader of an resistance movement. The goal is to fight and win over the terrorist organization called "The Faction." Enemies are coming in waves and
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Hands On: YI M1 Mirrorless Digital 4K Camera
After some time looking at digital cameras for the new VR World office, we came across YI M1 Mirrorless ILC and decided to try it out. YI is a mainland China-based company that has already made its mark in the action camera market. After taking a closer look at M1 camera we think they might have ambitions beyond the action camera market. The YI M1 is built around a Sony-designed 20MP "Four Thirds" CMOS sensor that boasts RAW capability in the form of DNG output files and the ability to shoot 4K/30P video. As with its action cameras, YI publicly lists where its key components come from
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Cube i7 Book 2 Intel Tablet with Windows 10
After a recent review of Onda OBook 20, we were wondering what are further developments in the world of affordable tablets and convertibles. Onda's dual boot feature was quite intriguing, but being based on Cherry Trail meant the performance was somewhat lagging even behind the Qualcomm Snapdragon processors (in case of Android OS). After some digging, we discovered the Cube i7 Book 2 tablet/laptop. Amazingly, it isn't all that more expensive than the Cherry Trail-based Obook. Decision to name the product "I7" in order to bring attention to the processing side would pay dividends if the Cube I7 actually featured Intel's Core i7 processor. Instead, this
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Hands On Review: PIMAX 4K VR Headset
Several weeks ago, we posted the story on the very first 4K VR headset, coming from PIMAX. Apparently, the name of the company is "Maximum Pi" based on mathematical skills of the founder, but the similarity with a well known Canadian company – (P)IMAX is just too close. Given that headsets are bound to go into higher resolutions and refresh rates, we were intrigued can the relatively unknown manufacturer from Shenzhen beat the well established players on the market. First off, the packaging – the retail package is smaller than one might expect – significantly smaller than HTC Vive, and about a quarter smaller than Oculus Rift. Inside
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Review: Onda OBook 20 Plus Dual OS Tablet
November 7, 2016 November 22, 2016 Kresimir Zelenika
There are many Windows 10 tablets on the market. Labeled as "transformers", "2-in-1s" or "convertibles" – they mostly pack a decent specs list. The same can be said for Android tablets. However, it seems the two operating systems mentioned do not satisfy their customers and it isn't surprising to see dual boot tablets coming out of Far East. Of course, there are some technical issues related to the compatibility, but devices such as Onda OBook 20 seem to solve such problems. The design of the device is slick and thin. Back of the OBook 20 features a clean plastic back-plate in an champagne color. Front
November 7, 2016 November 22, 2016 1
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What Do You need to Play Battlefield 1
October 24, 2016 October 24, 2016 Kresimir Zelenika
In the eternal battle of Battlefield vs. Call of Duty, Electronic Arts once more pulled the trigger first and released Battlefield 1 on October 21th (to be followed by Call of Duty on November 4th). Following the first in-game experiences, we decided to do a review on game itself and on hardware needed to run this baby. There was much controversy surrounding Battlefield 1 and its return to World War I, also known as The Great War. Concerns about whether or not such delicate subject matter could ever be given the treatment it deserves, especially in a video game, are justified. This is unquestionably the
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Q: Recurring HDD failures My Debian linux home computer has 3 HDDs :
- 1 for my Debian installation (primary 250GB HDD) using EXT4
- another for Windows (rarely used)
- another which is a clone of the Debian one and is used exclusively as a backup
To this day, I have bought 3 new 500GB 2.5 Inch Internal HDDs and 1 32GB SSD to replace the Debian clone HDD. They break every 1 to 4 months approximately. The backup is done just once a week and consists of copying a single 5GB folder containing 15,000 files. (The other 2 HDDs have never been replaced/broken.) My computer is on 24/7 using the primary Debian 250GB HDD and never has a problem happened. I've bought from different brands: Samsung, Seagate, and Western Digital.
What is going on ?
EDIT 1
- All 4 drives have failed (including the SSD).
- The drives no longer appear in the BIOS screen. fdisk cannot locate the drive either. (I have not opened the CPU box nor have I even touched the HDDs.)
EDIT 2
- I replaced the HDD's cable and the BIOS still does not locate the drive.
- I did not RMA any drive

A: One thing I have to assume that these are SATA drives.
The underpower situation can be tested in a very simple way:

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*Disconnect all drives from the power

*Connect Single drive

*Power Up the system.  See if the drive is seen.

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Lille Driving Tour by Convertible Citroen 2CV
Duration options: 30 minutes - 1.5 hours
Popular Sightseeing Tours in Nord-Pas-de-Calais
From Bruges: Great War of Flanders Fields Remembrance Tour
Remembrance Tour: Bruges & Flanders Fields Tour
Vieux Lille 2-Hour Guided Walking Tour
Lille: 2-Hour Segway Tour
From Paris: Battle of Arras & Vimy Ridge Day Tour by Minibus
Our most recommended Nord-Pas-de-Calais Sightseeing Tours
1. Vieux Lille 2-Hour Guided Walking Tour
Visit Lille's most charming district and admire its architecture, shops, and museums on a 2-hour guided walk. Learn about the old town's heritage and history from your guide as you pass Vieux Lille's landmarks and monuments. Some of the attractions you'll see include the Palais Rihour, the main square, the Old Stock Exchange, the Opera House, the Chamber of Commerce, and Notre-Dame de la Treille Cathedral. The tour will conclude near the Hospice Comtesse. Founded in 1237 by Jeanne de Flandre, the Hospice features a display of works from Lille's past including objects from everyday life, wooden sculptures, earthenware, furniture, and paintings.
2. Lille Driving Tour by Convertible Citroen 2CV
Take a retro guided tour of the beautiful city of Lille on board an iconic Citroen 2CV, as idiosyncratically French as a beret or baguette. Tours can vary from 30 minutes to 1.5 hours, with room for up to 3 passengers. Riding in the famous car, feel the vroom-vroom of its tiny engine (2CV literally means "2 tax horsepower")! Lean over at every bend in the road and enjoy the vintage upholstery. If the weather's right, you'll tackle the cobbled streets with the roof rolled back and the wind in your hair. Your driver-guide will tell anecdotes about the city at every nook and cranny en route, and they'll advise you on the best places to go when you've regained your street legs! Lille is an ideal city to tour in a 2CV; the streets are narrow, and though the cobbles might shake and rattle your bones a bit, you'll feel every part a native.
3. Lille: 2-Hour Segway Tour
Choose to start your 2-hour Segway tour of Lille by getting picked up from your accommodation or meeting your guide at the starting point. Wander along the walls of the well-preserved Citadelle and get acquainted with 17th-century military architecture. Then, head to the heart of the Old Town and soak in the elegant atmosphere of "le Vieux-Lille" in front of the neo-Gothic Notre-Dame de la Treille. From there, wander on to reach the oldest monument in Lille: the Hospice Comtesse. Originally used as a hospital, the Hospice Comtesse today hosts a historical museum that immerses you in the lifestyle and historical events of previous centuries. Next, ride along the Rue de Gand, taking time to appreciate its collection of typical "estaminets" (combination cafe-pub-restaurants). Leap back into the 21st century with a stop in Euralille, the modern commercial center that shows how the capital city of Flanders has changed with the times. Finally, arrive at La Place du Théâtre and La Grand Place to check out the Opera and the famous Vieille Bourse, the old stock exchange that stands today as one of the city's most important monuments.
4. From Bruges: Great War of Flanders Fields Remembrance Tour
In Bruges you will enjoy the view of the peaceful Lake of Love and the picturesque Beguinage. Your guide will explain the stories and secrets behind the city's history from the Viking period until the end of the Middle Ages. Catch many of the highlights of Bruges: the Basilica of the Holly blood of Jesus, the Belfry tower, our Lady's Church, Saint John's hospital and enjoy a pleasant boat trip along the narrow canals. After a short lunch break you willl leave for Flanders Fields. Your expert guide will lead you throughout the visit to help you understand the events that led to the first world war and how the catastrophe developed. Visit Passchendaele battlefield and the Tyne Cot Cemetery, the largest Commonwealth cemetery in the world where British, Australian and Canadian soldiers were laid to rest. Close by is Polygone where every year Anzac Day is celebrated at dawn. Then visit the Monument of the 'Brooding Soldier', which commemorates the sacrifice of 2,000 Canadian soldiers during the first German gas attack. Next, your coach will take you to Essex Farm. This was the dressing station where Dr. John McCrae wrote the famous poem 'In Flanders Fields.' After a set lunch in the outskirts of Ypres, drive to France to visit the awesome Vimy Memorial, museum and trenches. If time allows, you will also visit close to Ypres Hill 60 where Australian diggers detonated great underground mines. At 8:00 PM, you attend the Last Post Ceremony at Menin Gate, a daily tribute to all Commonwealth soldiers and officers that were missing after battle. The tour offers ample opportunity for reflection and to take pictures.
5. Remembrance Tour: Bruges & Flanders Fields Tour
This visit starts at a German cemetery, from where you will move onto the WW1 trenches and Essex Farm Cemetery, where John McCrae wrote the famous poem "In Flanders Fields", after a friend's burial on the site. Head to your first stop, Bruges. Enjoy the view of the peaceful Lake of Love and the picturesque Beguinage. Learn about the stories and secrets behind the city's history from the Viking period until the end of the Middle Ages from your guide. See the highlights of Bruges like the Basilica of the Holy Blood of Jesus, the Belfry Tower, our Lady's Church, Saint John's Hospital, and more. You even have the option to enjoy a pleasant boat trip along the narrow canals. After a short lunch break, leave for Flanders Fields. At The Brooding Soldier, a statue towering over Langemark in permanent honor of the Canadian resistance during the German gas attack of 1915, take a moment for commemoration and photos. Continue to the Tyne Cot Cemetery, the largest Commonwealth cemetery in the world, and Hill 60 or Hill 62. In France, visit of Vimy Memorial and the trench site. As the highlight of the tour, attend the Last Post Ceremony at the Menin Gate, a daily tribute to all of Britain's missing soldiers and officers. Choose between a private and a shared option.
6. From Paris: Battle of Arras & Vimy Ridge Day Tour by Minibus
Join a small group for a thought provoking day of remembrance. Discover the many cemeteries, memorials and traces of battles from the First World War along the path of the Western Front. Stop off for a exploration of The Artois where the gently rolling landscape is full of reminders of the bloody battles fought there. Visit a site of major significance to Canadians, The Canadian National Commemorative Park at Vimy. Here, see many scars on the land such as trenches, mine craters, and ridge tunnels which were used to shelter Allied troops as they came under fire from German artillery. The strategic value of Vimy Ridge and its famous network of tunnels made it a strategic possession, and the German occupation of Vimy Ridge was a major threat to any advance in the Somme region. The British- and Canadian-led battle took possession back during April 1917. Also enjoy free time in the beautiful historical town of Arras. As the day progresses major sites such as the Cabaret Rouge Cemetery in Souchez will be revealed, all reminders of those other soldiers, from Britain, France, Australia, New Zealand, and other countries who also contributed and fought to give us the peace we enjoy today. This tour will give you the opportunity to honor all those who gave up their lives.
Top Attractions in Nord-Pas-de-Calais
1 Palais des Beaux Arts, Lille
2 Lille Métropole Museum of Modern, Contemporary and Outsider Art
3 Town Hall Belfry
4 Hospice Comtesse Museum
5 Lille Old Stock Exchange
6 Notre-Dame-de-la-Treille Cathedral
7 Lille Opera
8 Nausicaá National Sea Center
9 Canadian National Vimy Memorial
10 Vieux-Lille
11 Lille Airport
12 Opal Coast
13 Birthplace of Charles de Gaulle
14 Cabaret-Rouge British Cemetery
15 Vimy WWI Trenches
16 Le Touquet Beach
17 V.C. Corner Australian Cemetery and Memorial
18 Australian Memorial Park
Things to Do in Nord-Pas-de-Calais
1 Nord-Pas-de-Calais Day Trips
2 Nord-Pas-de-Calais Culture & History
3 Nord-Pas-de-Calais Culinary & Nightlife
4 Nord-Pas-de-Calais Tours
5 Nord-Pas-de-Calais Food & Drinks
6 Nord-Pas-de-Calais Walking Tours
7 Nord-Pas-de-Calais Driving Experiences
8 Nord-Pas-de-Calais Museum Tickets
9 Nord-Pas-de-Calais Air & Helicopter Tours
10 Nord-Pas-de-Calais Private Experiences
11 Nord-Pas-de-Calais Museums & Exhibitions
12 Nord-Pas-de-Calais Bus & Minivan Tours
13 Nord-Pas-de-Calais Urban Exploration
14 Nord-Pas-de-Calais Bike Tours
15 Nord-Pas-de-Calais Tickets
16 Nord-Pas-de-Calais Sightseeing Tours
17 Nord-Pas-de-Calais Theme Tours
18 Nord-Pas-de-Calais Architecture
19 Nord-Pas-de-Calais Local Food
20 Nord-Pas-de-Calais Activities
Cities in Nord-Pas-de-Calais
1 Lille
2 Vimy
3 Boulogne-sur-Mer
4 Lesquin
5 Neuville-Saint-Vaast
6 Villeneuve-d'Ascq
7 Arras
8 Roubaix
Other Sightseeing Options in Nord-Pas-de-Calais
Want to discover all there is to do in Nord-Pas-de-Calais? Click here for a full list.
What people are saying about Nord-Pas-de-Calais
Absolutely fantastic, from booking and arranging the time and pick up from our hotel to the tour itself! The two drivers who took our party of 6 (and our luggage after finding out our hotel was closing for the afternoon hours before we were due to leave for the tour) on an hours tour of the city, pointing out historical buildings of interest that lead to interesting conversation topics throughout the journey.
Lille Driving Tour by Convertible Citroen 2CV Reviewed by Natalie, 12/2/2019
My guide Archi was fabulous! The tour in the Citron was intimate, educational and enlightening. My wife and I are moving Lille and the tour really helped me to more easily grasp the lay of the land and begin to understand and appreciate the prideful people and the different culture of Northern France.
Lille Driving Tour by Convertible Citroen 2CV Reviewed by Bret, 8/26/2021
Julian was excellent, very informative, able to bring both WW 1 and WW 2 to life so that you could understand what the French, Allies and Germans went through.
From Paris: Battle of Arras & Vimy Ridge Day Tour by Minibus Reviewed by Judith, 9/22/2019
Friendly cultural walk in Lille Speaker listening to the smiling participants with whom we braved the cold
Vieux Lille 2-Hour Guided Walking Tour Reviewed by Marie, 1/3/2020
Frank is very easy person to communicate. We love every minute of the tour.
Lille: 2-Hour Segway Tour Reviewed by Inna, 9/14/2021

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19th Century Novelists
Find out more about the greatest 19th Century Novelists, including Lucy Maud Montgomery, Ernest Hemingway, Charles Dickens, Mark Twain and J. R. R. Tolkien.
Vote for Your Favourite 19th Century Novelists
(Poet)
Birthdate: May 7, 1861
Birthplace: Kolkata, West Bengal, India
Rabindranath Tagore was an Indian polymath who contributed greatly to the fields of literature, art, and philosophy. Referred to as the Bard of Bengal, Tagore is credited with reshaping Bengali literature and music. The first non-European to receive the Nobel Prize in Literature, Tagore is also credited with composing the national anthems of India and Bangladesh.
(One of the Greatest Playwrights of the 'Victorian Era')
Birthplace: Dublin, Ireland
Widely regarded as one of the most popular writers of all time, Oscar Wilde is best remembered for his plays and epigrams. He was also one of the best-known personalities during his time as he was popular for his conversational skills, flamboyant dressing sense, and biting wit. Imprisoned in 1895 for consensual homosexual acts, Oscar Wilde was pardoned posthumously in 2017.
(English Author Best Known for Her Novels: 'Sense and Sensibility', 'Pride and Prejudice', 'Mansfield Park' and 'Emma')
Birthplace: Steventon, Hampshire, England, United Kingdom
Considered one of the greatest writers in English history, Jane Austen is best known for her six major novels - Sense and Sensibility, Pride and Prejudice, Mansfield Park, Emma, Persuasion and Northanger Abbey. Her writing was set among the British landed gentry and dealt with ordinary people in everyday ordinary situation. The author achieved great fame after her death.
(Lauded as the 'Greatest Humorist' the United States Has Produced)
Birthplace: Florida, Missouri, United States
Mark Twain, "the father of American literature," was one of the world's greatest 19-th century humorists and authors. His novels The Adventures of Tom Sawyer and the Adventures of Huckleberry Finn were drawn from his childhood experiences in Missouri. In his later life, he sunk into bankruptcy and also recovered.
(One of the Greatest Authors of All Time)
Birthplace: Yasnaya Polyana, Russia
Russian writer, Leo Tolstoy, is widely considered as one of the greatest authors ever. After experiencing a profound moral crisis in the 1870s, Tolstoy went through a phase of spiritual awakening, which had a great impact on his subsequent works that incorporated ideas on nonviolent resistance. These works influenced personalities like Mahatma Gandhi, thereby effectively changing the course of history.
(British Author Best Known for Her Gothic Novel 'Frankenstein; or, The Modern Prometheus')
Birthplace: Somers Town, London, England
An author who was admired for her exploration of the Gothic genre, Mary Shelley is best remembered for her novel Frankenstein. She also edited the works of her husband, Romantic poet P.B. Shelley. She lost her husband to a drowning accident and eventually passed away due to brain tumor.
(Novelist and Short-Story Writer, Widely Regarded as One of the Major Figures of 20th-Century Literature)
Birthplace: Prague, Czech Republic
Considered one of the major authors of the 20th century, Franz Kafka was a Bohemian short-story writer and novelist. Franz Kafka is credited for being one of the earliest German-speaking authors to explore themes like absurdity, existential anxiety, and alienation. The term Kafkaesque is now widely used in the English language to explain those situations experienced by his characters.
(British Writer Who Created the Character of Sherlock Holmes)
Birthplace: Scotland
Physician-turned-author Sir Arthur Conan Doyle is remembered for creating the iconic character Sherlock Holmes. He wrote four novels and 56 short stories on Holmes's detective adventures and also created the characters Professor Challenger and Brigadier Gerard. A sports lover, he had dabbled in cricket, football, and bodybuilding, too.
(Journalist, Poet & Novelist)
Birthplace: Mumbai, India
English journalist, short-story writer, poet, and novelist Rudyard Kipling is best remembered for his fiction work The Jungle Book. He was born in India and many of his works are inspired by his life in the country. He was one of the most popular English writers in the late 19th and early 20th century.
(British Author Who Has Been Called the 'Father of Science Fiction')
Birthplace: Kent, England, United Kingdom
H. G. Wells was an English writer. Although he was prolific in many genres, he is best remembered for his work on sci-fi novels, for which he is often referred to as the father of science fiction. His 1901 novel The First Men in the Moon became so influential that a lunar impact crater is named after him.
Birthplace: Germantown, Pennsylvania, United States
Novelist and short story writer Louisa May Alcott is best remembered as the author of the 1868 novel Little Women and its sequels, Little Men and Jo's Boys. She initially wrote using the pseudonym "A. M. Barnard." She never married and remained a life-long feminist and abolitionist.
(English Author Best Known for His Works: 'Alice's Adventures in Wonderland' & Its Sequel 'Through the Looking-Glass')
Birthplace: Cheshire, England, United Kingdom
Charles Lutwidge Dodgson, better known by his pseudonym, Lewis Carroll, is remembered for his iconic children's fiction such as Alice's Adventures in Wonderland and Through the Looking-Glass. He explored the genre of literary nonsense with his poems such as Jabberwocky. He was also a photographer, a mathematician, and an inventor.
(French Writer of the Romantic Movement Best Known for His Novel 'Les Misérables' and Play 'Ruy Blas')
Birthplace: Besançon, Doubs, France
Victor Hugo was a French poet, dramatist, and novelist of the Romantic movement. Regarded as one of the best-known and greatest French writers of all time, Victor Hugo wrote abundantly during his career that spanned over six decades. Thanks to his works, such as Hernani and Cromwell, Victor Hugo was one of the leading figures of the Romantic literary movement.
(One of the Most Popular and Widely Read French Authors of the 19th Century)
Birthplace: Villers-Cotterêts, France
One of the most widely read French authors of all time, Alexandre Dumas was prolific in several genres. He joined the army as a young man and later became a full-time writer. Starting his writing career as a playwright, he moved on to writing novels. His novels have been adapted into nearly 200 films in the past century.
(French Author Who Was One of the Pioneers of the Modern Science Fiction Genre)
Birthplace: Nantes, France
French author Jules Verne, also known as the "Father of Science Fiction," is best remembered for his legendary adventure novels Journey to the Center of the Earth, Around the World in Eighty Days, and Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Sea. He also became the world's second most-translated writer since 1979.
(Novelist Best Known for 'The Sorrows of Young Werther', the First Novel of The Sturm Und Drang Movement)
Birthplace: Goethe House, Frankfurt, Germany
Regarded as the greatest literary figure in Germany's modern era, Johann Wolfgang von Goethe was a statesman and writer. Apart from writing poetry and prose, he also wrote treatises on color, anatomy, and botany. Thanks to his literary genius, Goethe was made part of the Duke's privy council in Weimar and he implemented several reforms at the University of Jena.
(Author of Famous Novels: 'Treasure Island' and 'Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde')
Birthplace: Edinburgh, Scotland
Robert Louis Stevenson was a Scottish travel writer, poet, and novelist. A popular writer in his lifetime, Stevenson went about traveling widely and writing prolifically even as he suffered from bronchial trouble; his will power and love for writing won the hearts of many other writers. In 2018, he was ranked as the world's 26th-most-translated author.
(Novelist & Journalist)
Birthplace: San Francisco, California, United States
Jack London was an American novelist, social activist, and journalist. A pioneer of American magazines and commercial fiction, London was one of the first authors from the US to become an international celebrity. His life and work inspired several films, such as the 1943 movie Jack London and 1980 film Klondike Fever. He was also portrayed in several TV series.
Birthplace: Thornton, Yorkshire, England
Charlotte Bronte, remembered for her iconic novel Jane Eyre, was one of the most significant literary figures of the 19th century. She was the eldest of the Bronte sisters who survived into adulthood. She and her sisters Emily and Anne wrote under the pseudonyms Currer, Ellis, and Acton Bell.
(Best Known for His Novella Notes from The 'Underground')
Russian author Fyodor Dostoevsky is remembered as one of the pioneers of existentialism. He is best known for psychological and philosophical themes in his works, such as Crime and Punishment and The Idiot. He was arrested for being critical of Tsarist Russia and spent a 4-year prison term in Siberia.
(Novelist & Poet)
Birthplace: Stinsford, Dorset, England
Victorian novelist and poet Thomas Hardy exhibited strong influences of Romanticism in his works. He wrote classic novels such as Far from the Madding Crowd, The Mayor of Casterbridge, and Tess of the d'Urbervilles. He mostly showed his characters struggling against social conditions and ending up in tragic situations.
(Known for Short Stories and Novels Like Lord Jim, Heart of Darkness and the Secret Agent)
Birthdate: December 3, 1857
Birthplace: Berdychiv, Ukraine
Joseph Conrad was a Polish-British writer. Considered one of the greatest English-language novelists of all time, Conrad is credited with bringing a non-English sensibility into English-language literature. Many of his works have inspired several films, TV series, and video games. His anti-heroic characters and narrative style have influenced many authors like Salman Rushdie, F. Scott Fitzgerald, and T. S. Eliot.
Birthplace: Thornton, West Yorkshire
Victorian novelist/poet Emily Brontë, also known as Ellis Bell, is best remembered for her iconic novel Wuthering Heights. Her book of poems, written with her sisters Charlotte and Anne, was titled Poems by Currer, Ellis and Acton Bell, highlighting their pseudonyms. She suffered from prolonged illness and died of tuberculosis.
(English Novelist, Poet and One of the Leading Writers of the Victorian Era)
Birthplace: Warwickshire, England
Mary Ann Evans, known by her pseudonym George Eliot, was an English poet, novelist, translator, and journalist. One of the most prominent writers of the Victorian era, Eliot's works are known for their psychological insight, realism, and detailed description of the countryside. Her novel Middlemarch was voted one of the greatest literary works in a 2007 poll conducted by Time.
(Novelist & Short Story Writer of the American Renaissance Period Best Known for His Works 'Moby-Dick' & 'Typee')
Herman Melville was an American short story writer, novelist, and poet. One of his best-known works, Moby-Dick is widely regarded as one of the great American novels, although it did not garner much attention during his lifetime. Livyatan melvillei, a species of an extinct sperm whale, which was discovered in 2010, was named in his honor.
English writer, D. H. Lawrence, was known for exploring sensitive issues, such as sexuality, emotional health, and instinct. In his works, he often reflected upon the dehumanizing effects of modernity and industrialization. The sexual nature of his writings earned him many enemies. Even though he died at the relatively young age of 44, he left behind a rich literary legacy.
Alexander Pushkin
(The Greatest Russian Poet and the Founder of Modern Russian Literature)
Legendary Russian playwright, poet, and novelist Alexander Pushkin is considered one of the most prominent figures of the Romantic era and of Russian literature. He is remembered for his poem Ode to Liberty, one of his works that led him to be exiled by Tsar Alexander I.
(British Author Who is Regarded as a Key Transitional Figure Between Literary Realism and Literary Modernism)
Birthplace: New York, New York City, United States
Henry James was an author, regarded as one of the greatest novelists ever to write in the English language. One of his novellas titled The Turn of the Screw has been the most analyzed ghost story in the history of English language literature. While his works have been adapted into films, he has been the subject of several other stories.
(Poet, Novelist & Painter Who Won the 1946 Nobel Prize in Literature)
Birthplace: Calw, Germany
German-born Swiss poet, novelist, and painter Hermann Hesse received the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1946. He explored individuals' search for authenticity, self-knowledge, and spirituality in his works. An intense and headstrong person from childhood, he developed an early interest in reading. He started writing as a young man and became an influential author in the German-speaking world.
(English Author Known for His Novels: 'A Room with a View', 'Howards End' and 'A Passage to India')
Birthplace: Marylebone, London, United Kingdom
Best known for his iconic novels Howard's End and A Passage to India, British author E. M. Forster dealt with themes such as class division and gender. Born in England and educated at Cambridge, he had also spent some time as a secretary to Maharaja Tukojirao III of India.
(French Short Story Writer and Naturalist )
Birthplace: Tourville-sur-Arques, France
Guy de Maupassant was a French author who wrote 300 short stories during his illustrious career. Widely regarded as the father of the modern short story, Maupassant's stories are characterized by economy of style and depicted human lives in pessimistic terms,
(The Greatest Novelist of the Victorian Era)
Birthplace: Landport, Hampshire, England
Widely considered the greatest novelist of the Victorian era, Charles Dickens was an English writer famous for creating world-renowned fictional characters. Regarded by critics and scholars as a literary genius, most of his short stories and novels are read around the world even today. His distinctive style of writing is referred to as Dickensian.
(French Author Best Known for His Novels: 'Madame Bovary', 'Sentimental Education', 'Salammbô' and 'Three Tales')
Birthplace: Rouen, France
Died: May 8, 1880
Gustave Flaubert was a French novelist best remembered for his first novel Madame Bovary, which was later adapted into an opera. One of the most influential French novelists of all time, Flaubert is widely regarded as the main exponent of literary realism in France. His work inspired his protégé and short story writer Guy de Maupassant, who later achieved much acclaim.
(French Writer Whose Perverse Sexual Preferences and Erotic Writings gave Rise to the Term 'Sadism')
Marquis de Sade is remembered for his erotic books such as The 120 Days of Sodom. He was known for his peculiar way of deriving sexual pleasure by torturing his victims, now known as "sadism." He was jailed for several years for sexual abuse against men, women, and children.
(Irish Author Best Known for His Horror Novel 'Dracula')
Birthplace: Clontarf, Dublin, Ireland
Irish author Bram Stoker wrote the iconic Gothic novel Dracula, which has inspired scores of movies over the years. The Victorian-era author also served as the personal assistant of actor Sir Henry Irving and managed the Lyceum Theatre, which was owned by Irving. He had also written many short stories.
(Novelist and Short Story Writer)
Birthplace: Salem, Massachusetts, United States
Nathaniel Hawthorne was an American writer, known for dark romanticism and moral-themed novels and short stories. A descendant of judge John Hathorne of the Salem witch trials infamy, the writer was a friend of late American president Franklin Pierce. His well-known books include Twice-Told Tales, The Scarlet Letter and The House of the Seven Gables. Nathaniel was married to painter Sophia Peabody.
(American Novelist, Poet and Playwright)
Gertrude Stein was an American playwright, novelist, poet, and art collector. She is remembered for publishing works about lesbian sexuality, which was considered a taboo at that time. Over the years, Gertrude Stein has been the subject of several works of art. In the 2011 movie Midnight in Paris, Stein was portrayed by Kathy Bates.
(One of the Greatest Writers of the 20th Century Best Known as the 'Prince of Paradox')
Birthplace: Kensington, London, United Kingdom
Died: June 14, 1936
Gilbert K. Chesterton was an English writer, philosopher, and art critic. A prolific writer, he composed around 80 books, hundreds of poems, around 200 short stories, and 4,000 essays. Often referred to as the "prince of paradox", he had as many detractors as he had admirers. He is considered a successor to Victorian authors like Matthew Arnold and John Ruskin.
Sir James Matthew Barrie
Birthplace: Kirriemuir, Angus, Scotland
Sir James Matthew Barrie was a Scottish playwright and novelist. He is credited and remembered for creating the famous fictional character, Peter Pan. In the 1922 New Year Honours, Barrie was made a member of the Order of Merit. Before his death, he gifted the Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children with the rights of his Peter Pan works.
Upton Sinclair
(American writer)
Birthplace: Baltimore, Maryland
Pulitzer Prize-winning author and political activist Upton Sinclair is best remembered for his novels such as The Jungle and The Brass Check, which mirrored the exploitative and unjust nature of various sectors. He was also an occult and telepathy enthusiast. He was actively involved with the Socialist and Democratic parties.
(Folklorist, Anthropologist)
Birthplace: Notasulga
Zora Neale Hurston was an author, anthropologist, and filmmaker. As an African American woman, she often depicted racial issues in the films she made. Her works also reflected her struggles as a black woman. In her early career, she conducted anthropological and ethnographic research and focused more on writing and film-making in her later years.
(Best Known for Her Novel 'Gigi')
Birthplace: Saint-Sauveur-en-Puisaye, France
Colette was a French author who received a nomination for the prestigious Nobel Prize in Literature in 1948. She is remembered for her novella Gigi, which inspired the 1958 movie and the 1973 musical of the same name. Her life and work have inspired several films, including the 2018 biographical drama film Colette, where Keira Knightley played the title role.
(Novelist and Poet known for his Works Ivanhoe, Rob Roy, and The Lady of the Lake)
Walter Scott was a Scottish novelist, poet, historian, and playwright. Scott's ability as a writer and his knowledge of history made him a pioneering figure in the formation of the historical novel genre. An influential writer, many of his works remain classics of Scottish as well as English-language literature. Scott was admired by other prominent writers like Letitia Elizabeth Landon.
(French Writer Best Known for His Novels 'The Red and the Black' and 'The Charterhouse of Parma')
Birthplace: Grenoble, France
French author Marie-Henri Beyle, better known by his pseudonym, Stendhal, had used a number of other pseudonyms, too. He had lost his mother early in life and had also served in the French army briefly. He is remembered for novels such as The Red and the Black.
(French Novelist & Playwright Known for His Works 'Les Rougon-Macquart' and 'Thérèse Raquin')
Birthdate: April 2, 1840
Emile Zola was a French novelist, journalist, and playwright. He played a key role in the development of theatrical naturalism and was a well-known practitioner of the literary school of naturalism. He was also a political journalist and was influential in the political liberalization of France. He was nominated for the Nobel Prize in Literature twice.
Birthplace: Guildford, England
(German Novelist Who Won the 1929 Nobel Prize in Literature)
Birthplace: Lübeck, Germany
German author Thomas Mann, known for his epic novels, was part of the Hanseatic Mann family of authors. He depicted his own family in his novel Buddenbrooks. He won the 1929 Nobel Prize in Literature. During Hitler's reign, he fled to Switzerland and then to the U.S.
(Best Known for His Children's Books Like 'The Wonderful Wizard of Oz' and its Sequels)
Birthplace: Chittenango, New York, United States
L. Frank Baum was an author remembered for writing children's books including The Wonderful Wizard of Oz, which inspired the 1902 Broadway musical and the 1939 live-action film of the same name. His works anticipated the invention of gadgets like TV that would be invented later. In 2013, Baum was made an inductee of the Chicago Literary Hall of Fame.
(Creator of Tarzan)
Birthplace: Chicago, Illinois, United States
(French Novelist and Playwright Known for His Magnum Opus 'La Comédie humaine')
Birthplace: Tours, France
Honoré de Balzac was a French playwright and novelist. Since his works gave a detailed, unfiltered representation of society, Honoré de Balzac is generally considered one of the founders of realism and an important figure in European literature. Renowned for creating multi-faceted characters, Balzac influenced several popular writers like Charles John Huffam Dickens, Émile Zola, Henry James, and Gustave Flaubert.
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/**
 *
 */
package com.hsjawanda.gaeobjectify.util;

import lombok.Builder;

import com.hsjawanda.gaeobjectify.repackaged.commons.lang3.RandomStringUtils;
import com.hsjawanda.gaeobjectify.repackaged.commons.lang3.StringUtils;
import com.hsjawanda.gaeobjectify.repackaged.commons.lang3.tuple.ImmutablePair;

import static com.hsjawanda.gaeobjectify.repackaged.commons.lang3.StringUtils.trimToEmpty;

import com.google.common.base.CharMatcher;
import com.google.common.collect.ImmutableList;
import com.google.common.collect.Lists;
import com.google.common.collect.UnmodifiableListIterator;

/**
 * @author Harshdeep S Jawanda (hsjawanda@gmail.com)
 *
 */
public class Passwords {

	private int minLowerChars, minUpperChars, minSpecialChars, minDigits, minLength;

	private static int _minLength = 8;

	private static String validChars = "abcdefghijklmnopqrstuvwxyzABCDEFGHJKLMNPQRSTUVWXYZ"
			+ "0123456789@!#$%*^";

	private static CharMatcher validMatcher = CharMatcher.anyOf(validChars);

	private Passwords() {
	}

	@Builder
	private Passwords(Long minLowerChars, Long minUpperChars, Long minSpecialChars, Long minDigits,
			Long minLength) {
		this.minLowerChars = null == minLowerChars ? 1 : (int) Math.max(0L, minLowerChars);
		this.minUpperChars = null == minUpperChars ? 1 : (int) Math.max(0L, minUpperChars);
		this.minSpecialChars = null == minSpecialChars ? 1 : (int) Math.max(0L, minSpecialChars);
		this.minDigits = null == minDigits ? 1 : (int) Math.max(0L, minDigits);
		this.minLength = null == minLength ? _minLength : (int) Math.max(_minLength, minLength);
	}

	public ImmutablePair<Boolean, String> isValidPassword(String pwd) {
		pwd = trimToEmpty(pwd);
		StringBuilder failureReason = new StringBuilder(
				"Invalid password. Doesn't meet the following requirement(s): ");
		if (pwd.length() < this.minLength) {
			addReason("minimum length", this.minLength, failureReason);
			return ImmutablePair.of(Boolean.FALSE, failureReason.toString());
		}
		int loChars = 0, upChars = 0, spChars = 0, numbers = 0, invalidChars = 0;
		ImmutableList<Character> chars = Lists.charactersOf(pwd);
		UnmodifiableListIterator<Character> iter = chars.listIterator();
		while (iter.hasNext()) {
			char c = iter.next();
			if (!validMatcher.matches(c)) {
				invalidChars++;
			}
			if (c >= 'a' && c <= 'z') {
				loChars++;
			} else if (c >= 'A' && c <= 'Z') {
				upChars++;
			} else if (c >= '0' && c <= '9') {
				numbers++;
			} else {
				spChars++;
			}
		}
		if (loChars < this.minLowerChars) {
			addReason("minimum lower-case characters", this.minLowerChars, failureReason);
		}
		if (upChars < this.minUpperChars) {
			addReason("minimum upper-case characters", this.minUpperChars, failureReason);
		}
		if (spChars < this.minSpecialChars) {
			addReason("minimum special characters", this.minSpecialChars, failureReason);
		}
		if (numbers < this.minDigits) {
			addReason("minimum numbers", this.minDigits, failureReason);
		}
		if (invalidChars > 0) {
			addReason("contains invalid characters (allowed: " + validChars + ")", 0,
					failureReason);
		}
		if (loChars >= this.minLowerChars && upChars >= this.minUpperChars
				&& spChars >= this.minSpecialChars && numbers >= this.minDigits)
			return ImmutablePair.of(Boolean.TRUE, StringUtils.EMPTY);
		else
			return ImmutablePair.of(Boolean.FALSE, failureReason.toString());
	}

	private void addReason(String partReason, int num, StringBuilder failureReason) {
		failureReason.append(partReason).append(" (").append(num).append("); ");
	}

	public String genRandomPassword(int length) {
		return RandomStringUtils.random(length, validChars);
	}

	public String genRandomPassword() {
		return genRandomPassword(this.minLength);
	}

	public static String genRandom() {
		int length = _minLength + 5;
		return RandomStringUtils.random(length, validChars);
	}

}

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Q: How do i fire a pipeline in another repo in bitbucket using a webhook I want to execute a pipeline in repo Z if theres any push to repos A,B,C... with maybe the repositories name as a variable passed in the webhoook.
also somehow make that pipeline use those variables when running.
the pipeline in repo Z is supposed to run a shell script by the way if that helps.
so far i learned that you can trigger pipelines from hooks with a url like this one
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https://api.bitbucket.org/2.0/repositories/{workspace}/pipelines/

but it doesnt seem to work,i might not be setting those fields correctly.
Thank you!


Barbara Walker is a British artist who lives and works in Birmingham. Her paintings and drawings of the human figure open up a dialogue with viewers concerning the notions about race identity, belonging, class, power and the politics of how we look at others. Working in a range of media and formats, from works on paper and canvas to large-scale wall installations, Walker is particularly concerned with social and political issues with particular reference to history and cultural differences in contemporary life. Her work often looks at the world around her, particularly what she sees reflected in the communities in which she lives and elsewhere.
Walker's recent solo exhibitions include Vanishing Point at Jerwood Gallery (2018), Shock and Awe at Midlands Arts Centre (2016), Sub Urban at the James Hockey Gallery, part of the University for the Creative Arts in Farnham (2015) and As Seen at Tiwani Contemporary, London, (2013). Forthcoming solo exhibition / residency is scheduled at Turner Contemporary in Margate (2019). Her works have been included in significant group exhibitions in the UK and internationally; exhibitions including Zeichen, MEWO Kunsthalle, Memmingen ( 2018), Diaspora Pavilion at the 57th Venice Biennale (2017), A Slice Through the World: Contemporary Artists' Drawings at Modern Art Oxford (2018) and The Gallery of Small Things at the Dakar Biennale, Senegal (2018) She received the inaugural Evelyn Williams Drawing Award in 2017, in association with the Jerwood Charitable Foundation. Walker was awarded an MBE in the 2019 New Year Honours for services to British Art.
Hew Locke was born in Edinburgh in 1959, lived in Guyana for his formative years, and returned to the UK to study in Falmouth and the RCA. He explores how nations fashion their identities through visual symbols of authority. He explores the imagery of ships as potent spiritual symbol, and an instrument of control in warfare, trade and culture. His fusing of historic sources with his own political or cultural concerns, via visual juxtapositions or through the re-working of a pre-existing object or photograph, leads to witty and innovative amalgamations of history and modernity. The merging of influences from The Caribbean and the UK leads to richly textured, vibrant pieces that stand on a crossroad of histories, cultures and media.
Locke's work is included in the collections of the Tate, Arts Council of England, Metropolitan Museum NY, Brooklyn Museum, New Art Gallery Walsall, V&A, Sheffield Museum of Art, British Museum, Henry Moore Institute, and the Government Art Collection, amongst others.
Previous solo presentations include Hales Gallery, The V&A, New Art Gallery Walsall, Chisenhale Gallery, Rivington Place and the Folkestone Triennale (all UK), and The Luckman Gallery LA and Atlanta Contemporary Arts (in the US). He has been included in The Thessaloniki Biennale of Contemporary Art, The San Juan Triennal, The Guangzhou Triennial The Diaspora Pavilion in Venice, and shows at The Museum of Art and Design, New York, The Power Plant, Toronto, and the Palacio de Abrantes, Spain, amongst many others.
Jessie Brennan is a London-based artist whose practice explores the inter-relations between people and places, informed by their social and political contexts and a direct engagement with the individuals who occupy them. She uses ethnography and drawing as critical methodologies for revealing urban social and spatial injustices, towards their productive political use in the form of exhibitions, publications and large-scale installations in the public realm. This has led her to become involved in projects, for example, with people on public housing estates and community gardens.
Jessie graduated from the Royal College of Art in 2007. She has exhibited extensively in the UK and Europe, and her work is held in public and private collections including the Victoria & Albert Museum, London, and The Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York City. Recent selected exhibitions include: Re: development – Inside The Green Backyard, Carroll/Fletcher Onscreen, London (solo, 2017); If This Were to Be Lost, dalla Rosa Gallery, London (solo, 2016); RESIDENT, City Gallery & Museum, Peterborough (2016); Progress, The Foundling Museum, London (2014); Talents Contemporains, François Schneider Foundation, France (2014); Coup de Ville, WARP, Belgium (2013). Her authored books include Regeneration! (2015) and Re: development (2016). In 2016 Brennan was Visiting Research Fellow at The Bartlett, UCL. In spring 2017, the South London Gallery (SLG) invited her to make new work for their inaugural Open Plan residency on Pelican Estate. She is currently developing artwork for the Royal Docks Commission produced by UP Projects, which launches in spring 2019.
Dr Rachel Dickinson is the Director for Education of the Guild of St George, the charity founded by John Ruskin in 1871. A Principal Lecturer at Manchester Metropolitan University, she teaches English literature from an interdisciplinary perspective.
Her primary research interest is John Ruskin. Initially, this related to her PhD from Lancaster University on letters by Ruskin, which gave rise to an edited collection: John Ruskin's Correspondence with Joan Severn: Sense and Nonsense Letters (Legenda 2008). In addition to publishing on Ruskin, she has given many lectures on him, been interviewed about him by BBC Radio 4 and Radio Scotland, and curated an exhibition ' "Teaching Silkworms to Spin": John Ruskin and the Ethics of Textiles' (Ruskin Library, Lancaster University 2013). Her current research interest is in Ruskin and textiles, and in Ruskin's vision for sustainable living during the nineteenth century and how this can be reinterpreted for the twenty-first century in areas such as art, business management, crafts, ethical consumerism, museum curation, and even farming and land management. She is co-ordinating the Festival of Ruskin in Manchester 2019 and curating an exhibition 'Ruskin's Manchester: from Devil's Dark to Beacon City' at Manchester Metropolitan's Special Collections (29 April – 23 August).
Dr Jonathan Foyle illustrates his numerous books on the histories of English cathedrals with drawings as records, reconstructions, and reasoning. A graduate of Lincoln Art College, leading to degrees in Architecture, History of Art and Archaeology, he believes graphic arts are essential educational tools that cultivate observation, analysis, appreciation, creativity and memory, while finished work conveys personality as well as mere information.
Unwilling to sacrifice his watercolours at the altar of computer-aided architectural design, he embarked on a career in supporting the crafted environment at Canterbury Cathedral and Hampton Court. On becoming CEO of World Monuments Fund (Britain) in 2007, he conceived an initiative called 'Drawn Together', using 'art carts' – wheeled boxes filled with art materials, to encourage families to spend more time in historic buildings through drawing.
His own sketches have featured in numerous television programmes abroad and at home, like BBC4's 'Henry VIII: Patron or Plunderer?' Jonathan now lives near Bath and his consultancy work includes research on historic buildings, cultural tourism initiatives and writing features for the Financial Times Weekend. He is also proud to be an ambassador for QEST- the Queen Elizabeth Scholarship Trust, supporting vocational craftspeople.
Tim Brennan has exhibited for 30 years. His concerns lie in the area of art's politicized relationship to space, place, writing, photography, archives and performance. Brennan's doctorate focused upon the methodology he developed surrounding the use of the guided walk to investigate our relations to place and history in new and imaginative ways.
Brennan has exhibited internationally in Europe, North America and Australasia (including the 50th and 54th Venice Biennales). He has contributed 15 monograph publications and to multiple academic journals. In 2007 he was shortlisted for the Northern Art Prize (UK).
Tim's contribution to the landscape of art education is instrumental. In the 1990's he established BA Visual Performance at the influential English art school Dartington and then MA Curating at Goldsmiths, London. Since 2000, Tim has developed new programmes and taught as a Lecturer, Head of Art & Design, and Associate Dean at the University of Sunderland and as Professor of Art and Director of Pre-Doctoral Studies at the College of Creative Arts, Massey University, New Zealand. Tim Brennan is Professor of Art and Head of the Department of Art at Manchester School of Art, Manchester Metroploitan University, UK.
His recent exhibition at Art Rooms, Art Space in Nicosia formed a retrospective survey of new works made since 2015.
For over twenty years, Kate Mason has worked consistently in a variety of roles across the arts, heritage, community, cultural and creative industries sectors. A strategist, persuader and cultural broker, she is a passionate advocate for the value of the arts as one of the key pillars of a balanced education and supports the belief that we all - regardless of age or background - have an entitlement to quality cultural learning.
Kate early passion kick-started her career with an MA in Heritage & Museum Studies and a thesis around the Arts & Crafts Movement and the role and influence of William Morris and John Ruskin.
Kate currently works at the arts education charity The Big Draw in her role as Director, channelling her personal passions in neat alignment in support of their visual literacy agenda. In 2018, Kate became Companion of The Guild of St George.


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Les Baux-de-Breteuil ist eine französische Gemeinde mit  Einwohnern (Stand ) im Département Eure in der Region Normandie (vor 2016 Haute-Normandie); sie gehört zum Arrondissement Bernay (bis 2017 Évreux) und zum Kanton Breteuil.

Geographie
Les Baux-de-Breteuil liegt etwa 28 Kilometer westsüdwestlich von Évreux. Umgeben wird Les Baux-de-Breteuil von den Nachbargemeinden Le Fidelaire im Norden, Le Lesme im Norden und Nordosten, Bémécourt im Osten, Chéronvilliers im Süden und Südwesten, Bois-Arnault im Südwesten, Ambenay im Westen und Südwesten, Neaufles-Auvergny im Westen sowie La Neuve-Lyre im Nordwesten.

Bevölkerungsentwicklung

Sehenswürdigkeiten
 Kirche Saint-Christophe aus dem 13. Jahrhundert
 Priorat Sainte-Suzanne aus dem 12. Jahrhundert

Weblinks

Ort in der Normandie

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Reliance 1, riding on skipper Saurabh Tiwary's tremendous unbeaten 112, successfully defended the title at the 14th DY Patil T20 Cup here today. In the final, Reliance 1 defeated BPCL by 25 runs. Tiwary's blitzkrieg ensured that Reliance 1 posted a mammoth 185-6 in their 20 overs. His 112 came off 63 balls with five boundaries and eight sixes. He shepherded the innings despite regular fall of wickets. Wicketkeeper-batsman Rishabh Pant fell early, but Tiwary took charge. He aligned himself very well with Akshdeep Nath (23) and Nikhil Naik (19).
For BPCL ,Rishi Arothe ( 2-34 ) was the pick of the bowlers. In their response, the BPCL chase never really got going. Despite handy knocks by senior pro Abhishek Nayar (43) and India player Shreyas Iyer (35), the chase failed against some accurate bowling. India U19 World Cup star Anukul Roy, with a spell of 3-29, and his U19 teammate Kamlesh Nagarkoti (4-28) helped Reliance 1 defend the title. BPCL ended at 160-9 thanks largely to Shivam Dubey's late charge of unbeaten 40. Earlier in the semi-finals, BPCL prevailed over CAG in a high-scoring contest. And Reliance 1 beat DY Patil Sports 'B' in the other semi-final at the DY Patil Stadium.


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No navel-gazing here
Gurjit Hothi
What Would UK Exit from the EU Mean for the Life Sciences Industry?
There has been a lot of debate recently about the impact on the UK's life sciences industry should we leave the European Union. Nearly 100 business leaders and organisations, including the Association of the British Pharmaceutical Industry (ABPI), signed a letter to The Observer last week voicing concerns that an exit could create barriers to inward investment, attracting talent and access to medicines.The UK life sciences sector is worth £60 billion, making an important contribution to the UK economy. It supports over 220,000 jobs and last year life science exports to the EU were worth £11 billion.Some of the key topics of discussion include:
Regulatory processes – the European Medicines Agency is responsible for granting marketing authorisations for medicines in Europe. If the UK leaves the EU, companies may need to apply for separate market authorisations in both regions - which could delay access to the latest drugs and treatments.
Research and funding – the UK receives significant funding from the European Research Council which supports university research and this could be affected.
Access to medicines – the Brexit could jeopardise UK participation in pan-European projects intended to speed up patient access to innovation. It could also affect access to drugs in the UK as companies may decide to delay UK launch if there are separate approval processes.
Although the news is focusing on the uncertainty surrounding the Brexit, it has highlighted how much the UK life sciences sector contributes to the health and wealth of the nation. And raising awareness of all the exciting developments being made in this area can help attract more investment. It's also showed that innovation and access to medicines is key and being part of a well-established umbrella system that can accelerate this process will help to ultimately improve patient lives.


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Racism.... again? still?
(image borrowed from Expat in Denmark)
This map represents the latest proposal of Dansk Folkeparti; the "OK" stamp is given to those countries that DF says it is ok to immigrate to Denmark FROM.... the "Do Not Enter" stamp is given to those places that DF wants to BLOCK from entry to Denmark. In a nutshell-- this map says that those from non-Western countries should not be allowed to immigrate to Denmark.
Peter Skaarup, the immigration spokesman for DF (OMG, they have an IMMIGRATION SPOKESMAN??!!) said that this proposal is necessary to the survival of the welfare state in Denmark because (to paraphrase him), "the immigrants from non-Western countries are a drain on society because they do not pay taxes; they only receive social benefits."
Is he serious? So the doctor I personally know from India, who is working at one of the larger hospitals in DK, is a DRAIN on the society?????? And she is NOT contributing to the society? Again, is he serious?
So many expats that I know work really hard to dispel the "myths" that DK is a xenophobic country.... we tell stories to our friends and family about ways we are accepted (although it is in a different way than in our home countries) and we tell stories about the GOOD that we are finding in DK in our everyday lives. Then people like the IMMIGRATION SPOKESMAN for DK opens his mouth and basically UNDOES every good thing we have told. In a matter of one speech filled with hatred and racism, he mars the good images that we have worked so hard to create.
This blog post is not to gripe about the DF. God, if that was the purpose of the blog, I would never stop typing... LOL
This blog post is to REITERATE the following that I have said all along:
NOT ALL DANES ARE LIKE THOSE IN THE DANSK FOLKEPARTI.
NOT ALL DANES BELIEVE THE BULLSHIT THAT SPEWS FROM DF's MOUTHS; IN FACT MANY ARE EMBARRASSED WHEN DF SPEAKS AND CLAIMS TO REPRESENT "THE DANISH WAY".
NOT ALL DANES HATE/FEAR FOREIGNERS.
NOT ALL DANES WANT DENMARK TO BE 100% DANISH BECAUSE THEY SEE THE VALUE IN HAVING MULTICULTURAL INFLUENCES ON SOCIETY.
And perhaps, most important: THE LARGE MAJORITY OF DANES THAT I MEET ARE VERY WELCOMING AND SUPPORTIVE OF ME AS A FOREIGNER. (And please do not say it is because I am from the west..... please.)
Just when you though they couldn't get any worse, huh? Unfortunately it's not enough to just stay away from DF when you cast your vote. A vote for for Venstre, Konservative and Liberal Alliance is pretty much the same thing as a vote for DF since they are all dependent on each other to stay in power. I have, thank God, never voted for any of the above.
It can't get worse than this. Right?
the writer said...
I know you won't publish this comment, but I just want you to know:
OF COURSE it is because you are from the west, from the United States of America. And because you are white. I know black American girls who encounter racism here in Denmark too because obviously people are too dumb to know that not all blacks are from Somalia
I have encountered many racism acts in Denmark because of my yellow skin - they automatically thinks Asian women are stupid and only work as cleaners.
I have also a friend, engineer from Kenya and he's also treated badly by people on the street in Denmark because...*drum rolls* he's black.
If not all Danes don't agree with DF, are not racists, how come they didn't stand up against DF? How come nobody throw a protest?
Have you also read the latest proposal a party called Liberal Alliance? They want to cut free healthcare access to immigrants under 7 year stay in Denmark, because they think we're burden to the society.
How do you explain that? They're not DF and guess what? Venstre calls that proposal "interesting" and willing to discuss further about it.
It's just a matter of time before they close the border entirely and we'll (the non western kind) all be out of here when that happens and watch Denmark collapses - for who do they think they are that they could target special group of immigrants without offend the others when the rules they draft affect ALL immigrants?
It is sad to think that the spokesman decided to lump all immigrants into the drain on society category. I sympathize with the Danes especially after living in Arizona last year.
I do, however, think that the Danes as well as any other countries do have the right to say if you are going to live in our country, you must learn to speak the native tongue and follow certain laws/rules in order to take the benefits from said country.
Annemette Kuhlmann said...
It's not just the spokesman, it's all the people voting for DF: all so very scared of change and what's different, that they silently agree to what DF postulates.
I know it's a sad human factor to fear the unknown, which also means the strangeness and colours of other cultures, instead of beeing curious....but letting DF fuel this fear by accepting their rascist rhetorics is dangerous!
Beeing overhere I get goosebumps when I read or hear what the Danish politicians allow themselves to say....which words they use - and it's all degrading the discussions and our thoughts on "non-western"-immigrants.
Please, please would somebody stand up and give them proper answer.
......and when you ask around you in DK, you'll find nobody voting for DF....nobody admits they agree with them.....I guess they all know in their mind, it's wrong to agree, but when it gets to putting your mark on the voting ballot it's all about FEELINGS and beeing afraid......
Will somebody please tell all these afraid people, in an overwhelming fatherly/motherly voice, that there's nothing to be afraid of.....that everything is going to be allright, in a manner that will convince them to move their vote far far away from DF?!
My biggest fear is that it will indeed get far worse before it gets better. All that we can hope for is to continue to enlighten the average dane as to what is going on with immigration proposals. I know many of those I meet on a daily basis have no idea that I have to reapply for residency every few years, etc.
I so wish that DF would just shut up! They're an embarassement and they're given the wrong picture of Denmark. The people who know me, will know that I often speak ill of Denmark, because some things in this country frankly piss me of. But it is however my home country and it hurts me when people describe Denmark as a racist country because the majority of Danes are not that way. Most Danes welcome foreigners as long as they integrate into society; and by this I don't mean turn Danish, but follow Danish laws and respect the system and the culture. Most Danes think that foreigners bring a great and wonderful diversity to Denmark. Unfortunately, these are not the Danes who are heard around the world. I wish they were
Such a sad state of affairs. I hope the Danes get out there and really make their votes count so parties like this one can't get into power!
BABS said...
Jennie is right, while many will say they are ashamed of the DFP, they will then go onto vote for parties who allow the DFP to have power.
The problem is it's all about Islam with the DF. They know that Danes are sensitive about the idea of people doing Islam having equal rights here. DF want to outlaw certain nationalities in an effort to show they intend to keep the practice of Islam out of Denmark. Because someone doing Islam isn't a great match for the Danish way of doing things. Denmark is for the easily assimilated.
It's all a bit of a joke though, considering the number of people doing Islam in the US for example (and who would say an American Muslim wouldn't want to move to Denmark?) how do the DF plan to get around the fact that Islam is not about where a person comes from, it's about what someone does? Unless it really is about 'brown faces' (quote: a dane).
There is this extreme view that the Danish culture has to remain supreme in Denmark, and this is drummed into children here from being babies, and I believe this is the root of the problem. When multiculturalism is celebrated in the early years curriculum then Denmark will improve. Only then. As it is, vuggestue and børnehaven seem to be about training children to be Danish, and it's ryebread and the danish flags all the way. This, I feel, is the root of the problem. DFP are awful and extreme but they are only a product of the society we live in.
Most 'immigrants' who came here on refugee status I have met have been more integrated than Danes since the system forces them to walk carefully along the line, and Danes have slightly more freedom to explore options. So it's utterly unfair that immigrants get such bad press. They are generally doing their utmost, it's time they were recognized for the sacrifices they have made in order to be here at all.
Quote: "Then people like the IMMIGRATION SPOKESMAN for DK opens his mouth..."
He's not the immigration spokesman for DK (Denmark), but only for his political party DF (Dansk Folkeparti).
United Studies said...
That is what happens when you generalize people...I am sure there are some immigrants that live off the welfare system, but I am sure there are plenty of Danes that do the same that have never paid taxes!
But I can understand how/why this is happening...being married to a Dane has shown me that they do not adapt well to change. Change scares them. We Americans don't understand that mentality because we are from a society that is a melting pot of people and cultures. For eons Denmark has been a homogeneous society of blond hair blue eyed people. They are just using the welfare system as an excuse
Instead of barring all immigrants from non-Western nations, perhaps they should have a quota like they do here in the US. Give out X number of Visas per country, and when those visas are filled, they have to wait until the next year. That way you have control over who enters the country and for what reasons.
MoMo 2.0 said...
Tak, Pete! It was a typo, but thanks for catching it!
I think it's also important to see why people vote for the different parties. It is easy to say that everyone who votes for DF do it because of their immigration politics, but I know many elderly vote for them because they are a party whose elder-policy is one of the more reasonable.
I've also heard a vast number of young dog lovers vote for DF because of their animal welfare politics, and really don't pay much attention to their immigration politics, because it doesn't affect them.
Others vote DF, even if they don't support the party policies as such, but to even out the score, because they find the socialist parties too far out the other end.
The problem with people are that they tend to think "What can a political party do for ME? How does the vote I cast affect ME directly?" and only vote in relation to the issues that affect them directly, and DF knows how to take advantage of that. They are pampering to the masses and the lowest common denominator - and they do it well.
Hi Kelli
I want to disagree a little bit with you. Or maybe not disagree but comment on what you have written. At first I want to make it clear that I do not sympathize with DF. My point is just that we cant let everybody in. We just can't afford it here in DK! But if people want to come to DK and contribute to our society they are so very welcome.
And I don't think that DF hate foreigners - they just love DK (;. Okay joking apart.
My point is: "I do not agree with what you have to say, but I'll defend to the death your right to say it"


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David Davis urges the Environment Agency to take action over Gilberdyke Landfill
As reported by the Hull Daily Mail
'Tougher action' to tackle landfill stink
Long-suffering residents have been assured tougher action will be taken to stop the stink from a Gilberdyke tip.
The Environment Agency has said enforcement notices sent to City Plant Ltd have not brought about the improvements required.
Residents had been given assurances in March following talks between the Environment Agency, East Riding Council and operator City Plant Ltd.
Richard Clarke, environment manager at the agency, said they are continuing to investigate the landfill site.
He said: "We previously served enforcement notices on City Plant Ltd requiring the company to bring the site into compliance, but neither of these have been completed.
"Enforcement notices often bring about the improvements required, but in this case the notices have expired, so the Environment Agency is now pursuing further, tougher enforcement options."
The agency said for legal reasons it cannot discuss the details of investigations while the case is active.
Mr Clarke said: "Waste operations of this nature can potentially have a big impact on the local environment and communities.
"This is why it is vital that waste operators work within environmental permitting rules to prevent harm to people or the environment."
East Riding ward councillor Victoria Aitken has described the whole situation as a nightmare for residents.
"At the end of the day, things need to move a lot quicker so this nightmare for residents can end," she said. "It is a horrendous smell and there is still an awful lot of work to do.
"Work is going too slowly to rectify an issue that shouldn't have happened in the first place.
"Residents are appalled by the situation. Tougher action needs to be taken."
In February this year MP David Davis challenged the Environment Agency to come up with an enforceable plan to stop the stink.
The Haltemprice and Howden MP said: "It is two years since the agency promised to bring the operation of the Gilberdyke tip to a properly managed conclusion.
"The people of Newport and Gilberdyke deserve better and it is time that the Environment Agency lived up to its expectations."
City Plant Ltd did not respond to a request to comment.


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Nigeria lifts Twitter ban, says the company has agreed to government demands
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Nigeria has lifted its ban on Twitter, first instated on June 5th, 2021. The Nigerian government says Twitter has agreed to meet all of its demands, according to a report from CNN. These include Twitter opening a local office in Nigeria, addressing concerns over its tax payments, and "managing prohibited publication in line with Nigerian law."
This last condition is particularly important, as the original ban was condemned by many international agencies as an act of censorship. The Nigerian government banned Twitter in 2021 just days after the company deleted a tweet by the country's president, Muhammadu Buhari, that threatened secessionists in Nigeria's southeast region. Some had interpreted the tweet as threatening genocide for its…
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KATHY MOREE
Daily Point of Light # 2271 Oct 17, 2002 By jaytennier
Kathy Moree has been a most valued supporter and contributor to the educational needs of the students of W. F. Burns-Oak Hill Elementary since she enrolled her grandson in the school in the summer of 1999.
Moree is not just a volunteer, for her mission is to provide "whatever needs to be done," so that the essential materials, supplies, decorations, or manpower are available to ensure that the school project or event comes off without a hitch. Her generous gifts of her time and talents, which are immeasurable, have benefited so many of the students and families at the W. F. Burns-Oak Hill Elementary School.
Moree is the volunteer coordinator, whose motto is "we do it for the students" and whose mission is to coordinate the efforts of business partners, community members, mentors and volunteers, to provide a solution to meet the needs of the families. The school is small and located in a rural area, with over 75% of the population on free/reduced lunch. The key support system is the Family Center, which Moree mans daily and stocks with basic home and school supplies. Families redeem "school volunteer coupons" to procure the items they need or want. The students can also visit the Family Center to borrow a toy or game to play, or to shop with coupons that the mentors donate back to the students.
Moree's accomplishments are many: she provided all the decorated cans for the school's "Pennies for Your Thoughts" September 11th campaign and the decorations for their Patriotic Celebration; she assisted with the set-up and dinners for FCAT Writes! Parent Night and the FCAT Hands-On for Parents Night; and, she provided the community volunteers for "Granny Reads to Me" Day, along with enough rocking chairs for the Grannies and helping them choose the right book to read; along with running the Family Center and volunteering in classrooms daily.
Moree is the action and involvement behind the effort to find the necessary volunteers, supplies and tools to support the teachers in the classroom, which ultimately focuses to student achievement. If they want accomplished results, they ask Moree to help. She is a sincere, dedicated and positive support for the students. It is through her true commitment to education that they obtain the means to help the students whose families are unable to provide the necessary tools themselves.


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A different type of horror movie. This is about a team of American soldiers encountering a scary and disturbing biological chemical experiment during the eve of D-day. This has a lot of action and war type of situations. On top of that it has some crazy horror. Think of resident evil type of things all the way back in 1944. Overall this is a decent movie that action and horror movie lovers will enjoy.


In this recipe, you learn several ways to open an ADO Connection object. You will also find lists of the required and optional connection properties for each of the SAS Data Providers.
To open a Connection object, you must specify which provider to use and the appropriate connection properties.
After you have this information, you can use one of these methods to send the information to your selected SAS Data Provider.
To specify the provider in your application, you enter its ProgID, which is a unique name that identifies a COM component. All providers support both version-dependent and version-independent ProgIDs, which enables you to install different versions of the providers on the same system and to write applications that use specific versions.
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I saw Joke Falls a few days ago and I was surprised to see a well made Kannada movie after sooooooooooo long (no exaggeration that).
I just love the songs in Joke Falls, they are very hummable and a heck of a lot better than the vulgar songs I (fortunately or unfortunately) see in most Kannada movies these days….
Thank you for your kind opinion of the film. It helps us make better films in the future. Thank you again.
what are u thinking?, there are so many kannada movies with good theme and music in recent days, i think u haven't watched movies from one year, please be careful while publishing your words on mass media like internet, it will harm sentiments of so many people. sorry to say this to one of my kannada friend. i think u will have a look at it.
Hey Adarsh, can you tell me names of some good recent Kannada movies ?
Happy new year to all and hope this year will bring more good kannada movies and music.
You asked abt some good movies with good music.. I can give u a list of over 20 albums with excellent music from 2000 to present..
Apthamitra, Kanti, Santosha, Chappaale, Nalla (these are few names from mid 2004 to jan 2005).
Going by nbumbers.. they are on par or in fact the hit albums are higher than in Hindi or tamil.
I just love the songs in Mungaru Malle, they are very hummable and the best in most Kannada movies these days….
Mano Murthy a superb piece of creation by god, really a great personality. i love you for the music that what you given to kannada people and kannada industry,i never dreamt of the background music as what you have given in mungaru male .
Hey swaroop you are doing great work by discussing and letting others know about good kannada movies and songs, keep doing !! Mungaru Male has been an excellent movie off late with good music and thanks a million to Mr. Mano Murthy for giving us some wonderful songs.
This is just a copy or remake of Hrishikesh Mukherjee's Chupke Chupke (1975) . So it takes 32 years to make one such movie in Kannada .
Missing Puttana Kanagal very much .


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Our carpet cleaners are internationally certified, highly trained, and experiences. Even unusual spots and spills are no match for these experts. Each job is unique and they will explain any unusual conditions that may exist.
Out of respect for your time, we guarantee a punctual arrival. We go out of our way to be on time. If the rare situation should arise when we fall behind in making our scheduled appointment period, we will leave you with a $25 gift card to express our apology.
A large part of our family of customers have been with us for years. We strive to impress you with our service and professionalism that you too will insist on using us for all of your future cleaning needs. We can at any time answer the full range of cleaning questions for your flooring and textiles.
Please call today to find out more or to schedule an appointment. We eagerly anticipate meeting your cleaning needs.