Compass Point Business Park is a perfect location for successful, growing businesses. It combines high quality premises with practical design to provide a prestigious, stimulating working environment.
Through careful consideration given to locality, park layout, building architecture and specification, Compass Point has been designed to create a spacious environment where your business can flourish.
The business park is positioned prominently to the northeast of St Ives and is easily accessible by road. Each building has been furnished with ample parking space both for your staff and for visitors.
Bordering open countryside and with its own natural lake, which is home to a host of wildlife, Compass Point provides a pleasant, relaxing environment for staff. A day nursery for up to 100 children is planned along with a restaurant to help foster a 'sense of community' and to help you build customer relationships.
Premises at the business park have been designed to accommodate a range of business sizes, with individual units available from 1,500 to 27,000 ft2 on two or three floors. Each building is self-contained with its own entrance; each has fully fitted facilities, raised access floors and comfort cooling systems.
Premises are available on either a virtual freehold or leasehold basis.
St Ives is a buoyant, historic market town on the banks of the Great Ouse River with a population of over 13,000 people. It has a picturesque shopping centre which includes high street multiples, supermarkets and a range of other speciality shops. The town's good quality hotels are used to welcoming business guests.
The town is located just off of the A14, which provides access across the country both east and west. This is also linked to the M11, which provides fast access to London and the South East, and the Al providing access to the North.
Airports - including Stansted, Luton and Heathrow - are easily accessible and the nearest railway station is within 20 minutes drive.


Every member of Skillum team believes strongly in the empowering power of knowledge.
LLF's vision and guiding principle is to empower people through high quality knowledge and workplace skills training in different fields. As part of that vision, we are committed to being a catalyst for social change, and we believe that the power of education can change peoples lives for the better.


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1950's Crime Comics
By the early 1950's the popularity of superhero comics was waning only to be replaced by crime story comic books. A selection of great covers.
Labels: 1950's Crime Comics, Crime must pay the penalty, Justice Traps the Guilty, Mr. District Attorney
More Cool Cars/1936 Chevy Business Coupe
Spotted on the street, this is a 1936-38 Chevy Business Coupe.
A good looking car!
Labels: More Cool Cars/1936 Chevy Business Coupe
Farr House/John Cornell House/Queen West
905 Queen Street West, this is from a 1991 report by the Conservation Review Board:
The property located at 905 Queen Street West is recommended for designation for architectural and historical reasons. The house was constructed in 1847 for John Farr, who established the Farr Brewery on the adjacent site in 1819. While the business was sold in 1858, the house was occupied by Farr's daughter, Mary E. Farr, until 1905. The buildings at 899 and 905 Queen Street West are operated as a community centre by the Polish National Union.
The John Cornell House
899 Queen West as it was in it's final days.
There was another house immediately to the east that mysteriously burned to the ground shortly after the report was issued making room for the condos that now occupy the site.
This poloroid of the house was taken by Andrew Dziedziola who was kind enough to share it with me (and you).
Again, from the 1991 report:
The house is located on the south side of Queen Street, facing toward the park, former site of Trinity College. It is set fairly close to the street and approximately 5' above the sidewalk.
The exterior is rough cast plaster over wood lath, 1" boards and undressed stud framing. The rear wing appeared to have pre-dated - or been added to - the late Gothic Revival main house. This section was reported to be older. At the north west junction, the exterior stucco of the rear section and adjacent house wall had fallen away. Both walls were constructed of stucco over wood lath nailed to wood studs. On the rear wing, the lath was hand split undressed wood nailed horizontally with square hand wrought nails to the wood boards. The main house had sawn lath nailed at 45 degrees to the wall studs.
The above indicated that the rear section probably pre-dated the 1870s main house, but by only 10 to 20 years.
The house appears to be quite original, inside and out. The bell shaped roof of the front porch, the heavy wood window and door trim, the "french doors" from the front parlour to porch are all original. The interior base board, trim and stair are all original and even the interior room divisions have been little altered, allowing the original room forms to be easily assessed. Much of the upper floor rooms show serious water damage and the roof and roof boards are in very poor condition.
Another poloroid from Andrew Dziedziola of the backyard looking towards Queen.
Labels: Farr House/John Cornell House/Queen West

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package com.palantir.docker.compose.logging;

import static com.palantir.docker.compose.connection.waiting.HealthChecks.toHaveAllPortsOpen;
import static com.palantir.docker.compose.matchers.IoMatchers.fileWithConents;
import static com.palantir.docker.compose.matchers.IoMatchers.matchingPattern;
import static org.hamcrest.MatcherAssert.assertThat;
import static org.hamcrest.core.Is.is;

import com.palantir.docker.compose.DockerComposeManager;
import java.io.File;
import java.io.IOException;
import org.junit.Before;
import org.junit.Rule;
import org.junit.Test;
import org.junit.rules.TemporaryFolder;

public class LoggingIntegrationTest {

    @Rule
    public TemporaryFolder logFolder = new TemporaryFolder();

    private DockerComposeManager dockerComposeRule;

    @Before
    public void before() {
        dockerComposeRule = new DockerComposeManager.Builder()
                .file("src/test/resources/docker-compose.yaml")
                .waitingForService("db", toHaveAllPortsOpen())
                .waitingForService("db2", toHaveAllPortsOpen())
                .saveLogsTo(logFolder.getRoot().getAbsolutePath())
                .build();
    }

    @Test
    public void logs_can_be_saved_to_a_directory() throws IOException, InterruptedException {
        try {
            dockerComposeRule.before();
        } finally {
            dockerComposeRule.after();
        }
        assertThat(
                new File(logFolder.getRoot(), "db.log"),
                is(fileWithConents(matchingPattern(".*Attaching to \\w+_db_1.*server started.*"))));
        assertThat(
                new File(logFolder.getRoot(), "db2.log"),
                is(fileWithConents(matchingPattern(".*Attaching to \\w+_db2_1.*server started.*"))));
    }
}

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This advice comes courtesy of a relative with a husband needing care. She told me that if he cannot recover enough to come home from the rehab facility, she will sell the house for a smaller place to live.
This seems like a logical thought until one understand how Medicaid treats you when you must request it's assistance in paying for care. Medicaid is a needs based program that will pay for LTC when you are impoverished. It allows a single person to keep only $2000 of assets, $45/month for spending money, $1500 of life insurance, and a prepaid irrevocable burial trust up to $15,000 for burial expenses (limits may vary by state).
The married spouse at home can keep the home, one vehicle, half of their joint savings up to a maximum retained of $119,220, and some income. The state will recover from the at-home spouse's assets after last death.
Here is the problem: If the house is sold before the other spouse is on Medicaid, then the house value (an initially protected asset) is exchanged for cash – which is not protected. Thus selling that house before the other spouse is on Medicaid can result in all the proceeds being spent back down to Medicaid impoverishment. If the at-home spouse waits until the other is on Medicaid, the house can be sold and the proceeds banked.
Another misconception is that the money being spent-down must be used for care. Actually, you cannot give money away at that time, but you can exchange it for things you want or need. This could include trading in the old car for a new one, or granite countertops, or the new roof you need.
Medicaid, which pays for LTC when you are impoverished, has many rules. These are not readily understood or remembered when other, seemingly not connected financial transactions, are done years earlier. Planning for LTC does not always mean buying insurance for such care. For many people such insurance is either not appropriate, or unavailable due to health history. It is not guaranteed issue like health insurance is now through the exchanges.
Feel free to contact TheLongTermCareGuy.com if you have questions, or simply want to learn how this affects you. Family meetings in my conference room are a regular occurrence.


It is strictly prohibited for international students of UIBE to drive motorcycle, whether it is his or her own motorcycle, whether on campus or outside. Once detected, he or she shall be expelled from UIBE and reported to Visa Office (Gong An Ju) to cancel UIBE visa. UIBE-SIE will suggest Visa Office (Gong An Ju) to make records and never issue visa for these students to study in Beijing or even China.
This Rules shall be implemented as of the day it is promulgated, and UIBESIE reserves all the rights for the final explanation.


MARINA DEL REY, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS) has announced the election of Grant Stevens, MD, FACS, a board-certified plastic surgeon in Marina del Rey, California, as its new President. ASAPS, comprising more than 2,600 plastic surgeons, is recognized as the world's leading organization devoted entirely to aesthetic plastic surgery and cosmetic medicine of the face and body. A dedicated ASAPS member for 24 years, Dr. Stevens is currently on the editorial board of the Aesthetic Surgery Journal, the Aesthetic Surgery Education and Research Foundation's Board of Directors and has served on the ASAPS Board of Directors since 2011.
Dr. Stevens will drive the critical initiatives identified by the Board to expand the reach of The Aesthetic Society and grow the organization. These include attracting more new, young members to ASAPS and attracting more female plastic surgeons as more women are becoming plastic surgeons than ever before. Part of the recruitment efforts will also include expanding ASAPS' resident education offerings, thereby increasing the number of candidates for membership. Expansion of ASAPS' body of international members will also be a focus to enhance and exchange knowledge within the global aesthetic community.
"With Grant Stevens as president, the Aesthetic Society is in great hands to continue its mission of providing the best aesthetic education for our members. Dr. Stevens has a long history of commitment to our organization's mission," said Clyde Ishii, MD, Immediate Past-President of ASAPS.
"It is a distinct honor to assume the role of president. I look forward to continuing to work with my peers, the top board-certified aesthetic plastic surgeons in the industry, to grow our membership and expand our organization's diversity on every level – gender, age, geographic locale, culture and beyond," states Dr. Stevens.
Dr. Stevens is the founder and Medical Director of Marina Plastic Surgery, The OrangeTwist Institute and Orange Twist Brands, a multi-location company offering non-invasive and minimally invasive aesthetic treatments. He is Chairman of the USC-Marina Aesthetic Surgery Fellowship, Director of the USC Division of Aesthetic Surgery and a Clinical Professor of Surgery at the USC Keck School of Medicine. Dr. Stevens is a board certified Diplomate of the American Board of Plastic Surgery and a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons and International College of Surgeons. He serves as Third Vice President and traveling professor for the International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery.
Dr. Stevens has lectured around the world on virtually all aesthetic procedures and has published extensively in journals including the Aesthetic Surgery Journal and Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery. He has been elected by his peers into The Guide to Top Doctors and Castle Connolly's Top Doctor Guide, recognizing him as one of the best plastic surgeons in America and is one of the select few to be featured in Plastic Surgery: The World's Top Surgeons & Clinics.
Other newly named Aesthetic Society officers serving on ASAPS' Executive Committee are as follows: Vice President: Charles H. Thorne, MD of New York; Vice President: Herluf G. Lund Jr., MD of St. Louis; Treasurer: William P. Adams, Jr., MD of Dallas, TX; Secretary: Jennifer L. Walden, MD of Austin, TX.
For more information, visit www.marinaplasticsurgery.com; like Marina Plastic Surgery on Facebook; sign up for the BeautyByStevens.com blog and follow on Twitter @DrGrantStevens.


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ZTE is now center stage in the US-China trade fight
by Sherisse Pham @Sherisse May 10, 2018: 12:22 PM ET
If Chinese tech company ZTE falls, the shock waves will be felt around the globe.
The smartphone and telecom equipment maker announced Wednesday that it has halted its main operations after the US government last month banned American companies from selling it vital components.
The spiraling crisis at ZTE (ZTCOF) has thrust it into the heart of the escalating clash between the United States and China over trade and technology.
ZTE's brief statement gave few details, but the implications were clear: a major Chinese company is warning it could go out of business because of the US government.
ZTE employs about 75,000 people, and its products are sold around the world. It is the fourth largest provider of smartphones in the United States.
Related: China's ZTE says main operations have ceased after US ban
The US government said it imposed the export ban because ZTE breached a deal struck last year in which it agreed to pay a $1.2 billion fine for violating sanctions on Iran and North Korea.
ZTE is appealing the ban. Meanwhile, the Chinese government has linked the fate of the company to the trade dispute between the two countries, raising the issue with top US officials who traveled to Beijing last week for talks.
China's efforts to boost its high-tech industries are a key source of tension between the two countries. And ZTE plays a role in Beijing's tech ambitions.
It is one of several Chinese tech firms aggressively pursuing the development of 5G, the next generation in wireless network technology. The company boasts government and corporate clients in more than 160 countries and regions.
Government pressure
ZTE has repeatedly come under the scrutiny of regulators and officials in the United States, which is wary of its ties to the Chinese government. The company's controlling shareholder is Shenzhen Zhongxingxin Telecommunications Equipment, a Chinese state-owned corporation.
In 2012, ZTE and Huawei, another huge Chinese tech company, were the subject of a US congressional report that focused on the equipment they make for telecommunications networks.
The report said the companies "cannot be trusted to be free of foreign state influence and thus pose a security threat to the United States and to our systems." Both companies strongly disputed the report's findings.
US pressure has mounted this year. In February, US intelligence agencies warned Americans against buying ZTE and Huawei phones, saying the companies posed a security threat to American customers. And earlier this month, the Pentagon told stores on US military bases to stop selling phones made by Huawei and ZTE, citing security risks to the Department of Defense.
US companies already hurting
But the ban on buying parts and software from US companies has been the most damaging move for ZTE. It threatens the company's survival and will hurt suppliers and customers, including in the United States.
ZTE halting operations "will hit every company in the value network across the globe," said Charlie Dai, an analyst with research firm Forrester. He said the company relies heavily on foreign suppliers for many core components.
ZTE buys chips from Qualcomm (QCOM), Intel (INTC) and Broadcom (AVGO), and optical component parts from Maynard, Acacia (ABGLF), Oclaro (OCLR) and Lumentum (LITE), among others, according to Jefferies analyst Edison Lee.
The optical component makers are smaller companies and are therefore "more negatively affected by this," Lee added.
Related: China's ZTE to US: Let us buy American technology again
Acacia, based in Massachusetts, has been hit especially hard. The company sold about $116 million worth of chips and modules to ZTE last year, accounting for roughly 30% of its annual revenue.
In a recent earnings call, Acacia executives said the company had to write off $7.1 million in inventory that was slated for ZTE. Acacia shares are down more than 30% since the US government banned ZTE from buying.
China will double down on its own technology
If ZTE's crisis worsens, it will start to affect wireless carriers in Africa, the Middle East and Europe.
It would also handicap the development of 5G, slowing down the wireless technology's evolution and adoption, especially in China, analysts say.
ZTE "plays a key role in China's pursuit of owning more self-developed technologies and (building) the most advanced communications network," Lee said.
Because the company is so important to Beijing's tech ambitions, Lee believes the Chinese government will "do its best" to help ZTE resolve its dispute with the United States.
Related: Analysis: Tariffs won't slow China's tech rise
Whatever happens to ZTE, experts say the US crackdown on the company is likely to prompt Beijing to redouble its efforts to bolster homegrown technology -- the same efforts that have fueled tensions with Washington.
"China will devote even more effort and resources to the quest for core technology," Louis Kuijs, head of Asia Economics at research firm Oxford Economics, wrote in a recent note to clients.
"The doubling down will make China an even fiercer competitor sooner," he warned.
CNNMoney (Hong Kong) First published May 10, 2018: 9:06 AM ET


In the past, weight loss strategies have solely revolved around adhering to a specific diet and exercise plan. However, scientists are discovering that lifestyle habits are not the only factors affecting how we lose and gain weight.
Genetic traits can predispose individuals to certain physical and emotional attributes. A trait is an observable manifestation that is determined by the genes you inherit. Some examples of traits include hair color, blood type, and even the presence or absence of a genetic disease. Genetic traits can also affect how your body gains and loses weight. Below, we outline four genetic traits that have a known association with weight loss and weight gain.
Metabolism is a collection of reactions in our bodies that is responsible for breaking down the foods that we eat and supplying our cells with energy in order to perform vital tasks. This process is essential to keeping us alive and occurs all the time, not only when we eat.
Resting metabolism describes the amount of energy we burn when the body is not in motion. Even when we rest, our bodies need energy for vital functions such as breathing, blood circulation, and brain activity. Some individuals have a higher resting metabolism rate than others, meaning that they can eat slightly more and maintain their weight without diet or exercise. Individuals who have a lower resting metabolism rate may need to participate in more physical activity in order to maintain their weight.
The World Health Organization defines obesity as a body mass index (BMI) of 30 or higher. If both of your parents are or have been obese, you may have a genetic predisposition to this condition. You may be able to prevent obesity by paying attention to the eating habits of your friends and family in addition to participating in a diet and exercise plan that's right for you.
Some individuals are more prone to gaining weight back after they have lost it, while other individuals inherit genes that protect them from regaining lost weight. These tendencies are determined by differences in specific genes that vary from person to person.
Adiponectin is a hormone that is secreted by fat cells and plays a vital role in metabolism. Low amounts of adiponectin in the body put individuals at an increased risk of developing chronic conditions relating to obesity, such as diabetes. Higher levels of adiponectin have been linked to weight loss and overall good health.
Some individuals are genetically predisposed to having low adiponectin. If this is the case, it is possible to eat certain foods that will naturally raise adiponectin levels in the body, such as fish, vegetables, and whole grains. You can also ask your doctor to monitor your adiponectin levels regularly.
How Do You Know If Your Genes Are Inhibiting You From Losing Weight?
Genetic testing for metabolism and other factors associated with weight loss and weight gain provides answers regarding your genetic predispositions. Results are sent directly to your physician and you can work with your doctor to understand what they mean for your health.
Inheriting a specific gene for certain genetic traits does not determine the amount of weight you will lose or gain and does not necessarily mean that it will be impossible for you to maintain a healthy weight. In fact, scientists have emphasized the impact of environmental factors in exacerbating genetic predispositions to obesity.
When you understand how the genes you inherit may be affecting your ability to lose weight, you are able to understand how your body is unique, and can use this information to take better control of your health.


Explore Tokyo from behind the wheel of your own personal go-kart. Dress up in costume, if you choose. Feel as though you're in a game: navigate the streets with you guide with ease, for wherever your whim takes you, and see all the city's famous areas. An exciting way to see the city of Tokyo; choose from 1 - 5 hour options when you book. Customize your desired departure time between 10am and 7pm.
One of the most unique activities in Tokyo! Get dressed up in costumes and explore downtown. It is not necessary to wear a helmet or protection, so you will feel the exhilarating wind as you navigate the streets. Your local guide will lead you, so there is no need to worry. This guided go-kart rental is highly recommended for the fist time visitor and driver in Japan.
Drive your go-kart on the public road from Akihabara, the place well-known as an Otaku city, to your requested places, such as Imperial Palace and Ginza district. This is a rare opportunity to see the town from the street with wheel in your hand!
The facility has costumes that you can borrow for no charge; however, you can buy some inexpensive costumes at the nearby Don Quixote shop if you would like your own. All karts are for one person. There are no multi-person karts. The guide will drive in a separate kart.
Please note: it is not recommend you park the kart anywhere because there are not many parking lots in Tokyo, and the supplier does not take any responsibility if any accidents happen to the kart.


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Close Call After Tree Knocks Wire Into Truck, Trapping Driver
By Kathryn Sotnik	• Published on February 14, 2020 at 12:09 am
NBCUniversal, Inc.
A close call came Thursday afternoon in Hanson, Massachusetts, after a large tree took down power poles and lines.
The tree came down around 4 p.m. at Monponsett Street and Briggs Street. The lines then fell on top of a pickup truck, trapping the driver inside.
There was fear of electrocution.
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"Come to find out the tree took down a utility pole with wires, and the wires were actually on top of the vehicle," said Lt. Sherri Malley of the Hanson Fire Department.
Ironically, the Hanson deputy fire chief was behind the driver when it happened.
"He was right on scene, he was able to talk to him right away, said, 'Stay in the vehicle,'" Malley said.
When the electricity was cut, crews were able to get the man out.
"Thankfully, he wasn't any further down, or he would have had the tree on top of him," Malley said.
Firefighters believe it was a freak accident, and that the tree was rotten.
Everyone is just thankful that the driver is OK, with the number of wires that came down.
The driver had someone pick him up. The roads in the area were shut down for hours as the scene was cleared.
Electricity, at one point, was out to 200 National Grid customers.
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Q: OpenCV C++ resize() not found I installed opencv 2.4.9 for macOS and integrated it with Xcode. However, although it finds most functions, when calling the resize() function, I get the build error 'Use of undeclared identifier resize'.
Can anybody please tell me how to fix this?

A: You don't mention how you are calling it, but there are two resize functions: a member of Mat that changes the number of rows, and cv::resize() that interpolates to resize an image.  For the latter you need imgproc.hpp.
#include <opencv2/imgproc/imgproc.hpp>
//...
cv::resize(src, dst, dst.size(), 0, 0, interpolation);

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Three cast sterling silver charms and a wax arrowhead pattern with dime shown for size comparison.
I threw a dime into the image so you could see the size of the little charms we cast. The red arrowhead was one I made that I used one of their demo molds for, to try out the wax injection system, after Gregg had shown us how to make and cut the molds. That is something that has intrigued me for a long while now and it was very exciting to learn it. The arrowhead got a bit smooshed on it's way back to the hotel though, so if I decide to cast it I'd need to repair the bail and add a sprue first. Both were already on there when I pulled it from the mold though. Mind you, it took three tries before I managed to get one of those out of the mold with a bail intact. There's a little bit of a learning curve in bending the silicon enough to get the piece out safely when there are looping bits like that.
I need to let this week percolate a little before I try to sum it all up. Tomorrow will disappear in travel and Sunday will be "family time," I'm sure. So, sometime during the week I will have to get another post in on this trip. And now that I've started blogging here I will hopefully keep up with more posts on the progress as I take my little home studio and turn it into my career.
This was written by amyhoward. Posted on Friday, February 1, 2013, at 6:49 pm. Filed under Education. Tagged casting, Gregg Burgard, injection molds, jewelry, lost wax casting, Phillip Scott, silver, wax molds. Bookmark the permalink. Follow comments here with the RSS feed.	Both comments and trackbacks are currently closed.


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Sagittarius Ponderosa
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"Even though Kaufman sets 'Sagittarius Ponderosa' squarely within an Asian-American family, each of these stories is universal...Katigbak's portrayal of the devastated wife is extremely touching...The challenge with Kaufman's writing in 'Sagittarius Ponderosa' is the short, stilted scenes, which seem more appropriate for television than the stage...With audiences on two sides of a central playing area, it doesn't lend itself well to scene changes." Full Review
Now Is the Time, Now Is the Best Time. Now is the Best Time of Your Life
Lower E Side
"Fearless and weird...There is never enough story to know which end is up...It is all just odd and disjointed...The play tosses out interesting snippets of New York history like popcorn, but the story never develops beyond witnessing the madness of a man who dresses like a homeless King George, his nonsensical interaction with Rip Van Winkle, or his hiding from his wife...Without more backstory and some continuity, it's going to take a lot more than pickles and beer to clear the haze." Full Review
"Director Julián Mesri invests the script with a tempo that draws the audience in...Stolzer's script, with an ample amount of intrigue, and Mesri's keen staging keep everything moving smoothly until the last five minutes, when it all just sputters...Even the actors, who until this point were spot-on, appear lost...For 65 minutes, or 92% of the time, 'Storage Locker' and its quirky, delicious contents deliver." Full Review
Midtown W
"Luckily for Cusick, the director of her new play hired very good actors; they are the saving grace for a rambling and extremely shopworn script...'Austin' is riddled with narratives, most of which are poorly thought out...Setrakian's staging for the most part is passable. However, he hasn't helped the writer clear up some of the clumsy story lines, and much of the blame for the play's failure belongs to him...Even with the quality of the actors, there isn't a character worth caring about." Full Review
"Adolf Hitler and the Nazis created an extraordinary propaganda machine and manipulated a nation; 'Good' shows exactly how it was accomplished...The overall set design is inventive yet simple...The lighting is sketchy, too often leaves the actors in the dark, and feels like an afterthought...Frankly, the great challenge for director Jim Petosa's heart-wrenching revival is the backdrop of politics 2016." Full Review
Radiant Vermin
Midtown E
"Ridley is known for examining the darker side of humanity, and 'Radiant Vermin' is no exception...Between Ridley's fantastical writing, Mercatali's direction, and Verey and Johnson's acting, numerous neighbors come to life in a frenzy of mime, dialect, and comedic timing...Verey and Johnson are the heart of this fast-paced black comedy, delivering Ridley's satiric dialogue...If this is the best Britain has to export, long live Brits Off Broadway." Full Review
A Persistent Memory
"Hoffman's nonlinear approach to memory issues works well…However, because none of the story lines is linear, they prove so confusing that the ending, when it comes, is unexpectedly abrupt. Both playwright and director allow the script to get lost in an abundance of stories that never dig deep enough...Director Hill uses the actors well to create a fluid expression of time against David's memories weaving in and out, but in the end 'A Persistent Memory' still feels like a series of vignettes." Full Review
Ross & Rachel
"A tightly written tour de force for Molly Vevers…She is quite good in this challenging role…Vevers is too fine an actress and the dialogue too complex to incorporate silly moves and allow for a nonsensical set design—it's unnecessary and distracting. 'Ross & Rachel' is strong and powerful, and it demands attention, and Vevers brings the words alive...She has a manner and a presence reminiscent of fine actresses from another era. This is her era, her time." Full Review
"'This Time' is an extraordinary example of juggling multiple timelines with exacting deftness. The storylines weave in and through one another, much like a memory comes in and out of consciousness...Harrington is brilliant...The direction by Fahmy keeps the action moving smoothly between decades...The end of the play is abrupt...Greene's storytelling is compelling and fresh, with engaging narratives." Full Review
Body: Anatomies of Being
"As much as it wants to break the audience out of being shocked by nudity, the script doesn't measure up...For so many things like these that are right about 'Body,' there are too many more that don't line up...A stronger hand to cut extraneous dialogue, direction that needs to shave off the two extra endings, and even a lighter touch, giving actors time to enjoy the comedy when it lands, are just a few starting places that might help bring 'Body' into alignment." Full Review
The Dingdong
"Director Hal Brooks unbridles five actors in 'The Dingdong'...He propels it even further into the absurd by having those five actors bring to charming, boisterous and nuanced life 12 distinct characters...George Feydeau is one of the most famous writers of bedroom farce, and Mark Shanahan's adaptation is a remarkable homage. Witty banter, along with exaggerated physicality, are at the heart of 'The Dingdong.' Even the most pursed lip might be cajoled to laugh out loud." Full Review
Fly, You Fools!
"Three actors recreate with great hilarity and intimate reverence the story of Frodo, Sam, Merry and Pippin…Abeel, Schaefer and Zambrano, along with Busbee, in the style of the golden age of radio, refreshingly deliver 'Lord of the Rings' with extraordinary deference to the art of great storytelling and comedy…This is a live-action radio show at its finest, and the audience loved every minute due to the comedic timing and expressively talented actors." Full Review
Light, A Dark Comedy
"'Light, A Dark Comedy' is a clever and smartly written play wrapped neatly with an amazing array of costumes, puppetry, lighting and media...The story languishes in the middle and it might be a tough sell for children due to the length and heavy subject matter. However, the detail in the story woven by Steinbruner and the tightly choreographed production is incredibly engaging...With the extraordinary direction of Kapstein the cast utilizes every opportunity to nuance 16 characters to life." Full Review
Jupiter (A Play About Power)
"'Jupiter' is a well-thought-out, cutting-edge play…It is clear that they not only embody a worldview but also deliver it with extraordinary purpose and aplomb. Pickard's script is powerful and concise...The play/performance progresses with such deference to the experience of the audience that the focused collaboration produces its intent boldly and with great detail…The deeply moving 'Jupiter' delivers its message in an insightful and powerful evening, and beyond." Full Review
"Kevin Confoy took complete advantage of the brisk dialogue with his direction by giving the actors the space to move about and the motivation behind the written words…Although not an endearing play, 'Creditors' is captivating and full of well-crafted characters. Stone brings the middle-aged woman not wanting to be considered old, and longing to be desired, to full breadth. The young, tortured artist and husband, who really does love his wife, is fully present in Tyson." Full Review
Allen Wilder 2.0
"The fast-paced dialogue is handled aptly by three, age-appropriate actors...While the overall direction of 'Allen Wilder 2.0' by Matt Morillo is exceptional, the challenge is in his script, which brings little that is new to the conversation of self-worth, family dynamics, aging, abandonment, parental divorce, sex, fear of intimacy, and the longing for approval." Full Review
Tick, Tick ... Boom!
"Fans of his 1996 hit rock musical are likely to thoroughly enjoy the Keen Company production of 'Tick, Tick… Boom!'...The actors, backed by four extremely talented musicians, successfully deliver Larson's material song after song...Under Jonathan Silverstein's direction, Blaemire's talent is central to the production; however, it is Renée who owns it. Silverstein's staging is fun—distinctly and expressively building the anxiety of turning 30 to a rich crescendo." Full Review
Soho/Tribeca
"On the one hand, it is a unique combination of original music, puppetry, video, and live action, yet on the other it comes across as disjointed and meaningless...The audience is seated on a platform that moves left or right, and sometimes rotates completely, giving the performers time to set up the next vignette on the perimeter. The challenge of this production is that it is a series of quirky, random scenes with little, if any, cohesiveness." Full Review
Toscana, or What I Remember
"Director Tara Elliott keeps things moving along smoothly. However, she was not able to elicit from the actors the subtleties necessary to portray Fred and Emma convincingly…Furthermore, Mondelli's script is underdeveloped. Too many times the conversations come off as inane cocktail conversation…Surprisingly, the play resonated more the next day than immediately after. Maybe the dust had to settle on too much unfinished, stilted dialogue to get to the heart of 'Toscana.'" Full Review
A Man Like You
"A powerful and thought-provoking drama…Director Heyer heightens the emotional and often violent physical relationship between North and Abdi. By design, the tension is palpable…It is wrenching and skillfully presented, with acting that is complete and detailed…Credit is due Cassini for what must have been exhaustive research, resulting in a script that is as tightly crafted as a century-old Berber carpet." Full Review
Here I Sit, Broken Hearted…A Bathroom Odyssey
"'Here I go again, I hear those trumpets blow again. Me on my throne again, Taking a chance on love!' Sadly, the comedy of 'Here I Sit, Broken Hearted' never rises above these lyrics; it misses the mark on practically every level. The saving grace, beyond the short 60-minute length, is the pure joie de vivre of the cast…If the actors suspect that the material isn't funny, current, or satirical, they never let on. Purely for trying to make it work they deserve kudos." Full Review
#liberated
"'#liberated' is co-directed by Rachel Karp and Jaki Bradley—it's almost as if one directed the first half with the other directing the second. There are some good comedic moments early on, although not sustained, and it's easy to see that the women enjoy each other...'#liberated' seemed to want to say something profound. Unfortunately, it never said enough. It did not include women of color, or create a powerful, lasting conversation." Full Review
Cherchez La Femme: The Musical
"The music is recorded, but the singing is live and jumpin'—the party is in full swing...The many threads of the story require a suspension of disbelief...Other aspects are also less than credible...The music is where the juice is...While it's evident director Kristic brought a lot to the production, some editing of the extraneous stories is needed...'Cherchez La Femme' has some really good bones—just a few too many to give it the long run it deserves." Full Review
Cal in Camo
"Given the somber plot, 'Cal in Camo' is often surprisingly humorous, with actors who reach deep to pull out emotionally charged performances…Relish the amusing moments, because 'Cal in Camo' is a gut-wrenching play…'Cal in Camo' is meant to be uneasy, and director Adrienne Campbell-Holt makes sure of it. The dialogue is fast and the narrative hard, begging to be heard...The camouflage is ripped aside and the human spirit is revealed, bruises and all." Full Review
Gorey: The Secret Lives of Edward Gorey
for a previous production "A delicious observation of a well-lived, if secret, life...Writer and director Travis Russ has crafted an engaging script, assembled a trio of charming and vibrant actors and a production team that bring to life a vision of the artist, brimming with creativity...There is a moment or two near the end where 'Gorey' falters and seems unsure where it should end...For the greater part of the evening, 'Gorey' is smart and cleverly crafted." Full Review
"The hour-long production is rich with symbolism, European and Asian sensibilities, and movement choreographed to haunting original music...The word creative is particularly limiting if used to describe Meyyappan, especially given the way he sees and delivers life onto the stage...What becomes clear is that he is a master storyteller. Expressing all of these emotions while conveying complicated humans without words is what propels 'Butterfly' to soar." Full Review
Wrestling Jerusalem
"His affinity for the material, as well as the struggle and heartbreak of people, is breathtaking...Davidman's skill reaches well beyond his writing. His talent as an actor, adept at the nuance and complexities of characterization, is thoroughly engaging...There are many profound and wrenching moments in the 90-minute 'Wrestling Jerusalem.'" Full Review
The Oy of Sex
"Dattner is smart, funny, entertaining, talented and full of energy...The confluence of a great writer with a talented actor can bring out the depth that comes with the desperate actions of an addict wrapped up with self-effacing humor. Dattner's range remains in the realm of stand-up, and make no mistake she is quite funny...While she is quite adept at choreographing her use of a microphone, it got between her and the audience, limiting her range of emotion." Full Review
The Goodbye Room
"Gilde has done an exemplary job of capturing the essence of this experience, and, as the director, creates the space for four talented actors to bring it to life. It is a detailed re-creation that, without nuanced performances, could easily come off as flat. There is nothing new, there are no great surprises and no profound personal breakthroughs... However, it's the precise manner in which Gilde wrote the dialogue, directed the actors, and how they delivered it that enhances the drama." Full Review
"Heffernan has molded her actors into an effective ensemble...As a large, tight ensemble piece, each actor plays very well off the other as scenes meld seamlessly from one to another…From the opening processional to the final shot, this is a vibrant production with a dedicated and talented cast. Revenge, in any century, may be sweet; however, the ensemble of 'Monte Cristo' is rich with talent and proves it." Full Review
"The playwright crafted an ensemble piece in 'The Gambler,' and with the direction of Karen Lordi-Kirkham, we are invited to experience a vivid ensemble, led by the affable Alexi, played by John Cosentino…The details are where the script becomes uneven, lacking deference to Russia and St. Petersburg in the 1860s." Full Review


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Smallwood scores 16, Chattanooga tops VMI 71-70
- Feb. 08, 2019 09:48 AM EST
LEXINGTON, Va. (AP) — Thomas Smallwood scored 16 points, including four of Chattanooga's 12 3-pointers and the Mocs defeated VMI 71-70 on Thursday night.
Smallwood, a 7-foot backup center who averages 6.1 points per game, made all four of his 3-point tries and the Mocs (11-14, 6-6 Southern Conference) made 12 of 30 for 40 percent. Ramon Vila, David Jean-Baptiste and Donovann Toatley scored 11 each for UTC.
SoCon scoring leader Bubba Parham had 21 points for the Keydets (7-16, 1-10). Myles Lewis had 15 points and Sarju Patel added 14.
The Mocs took the lead for good when Smallwood hit a 3-pointer from the right side for a 70-68 lead with 4:25 remaining. Toatley scored UTC's final point when he made the first of two free throws with 3:02 to go. With 17 seconds left, a steal by Lewis set up a fast-break layup for Garrett Gilkeson and VMI was within one at 71-70. UTC's Kevin Easley missed the front end of a one-and-one with 7 seconds left, but VMI's Jake Stephens missed a 3-pointer as time ran out.
Earlier Thursday, VMI extended the contract of coach Dan Earl through the 2021-22 season.


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Chris Froome – Tour de France 2021
Jun 15, 2021 | Chris Froome, Mark Cavendish, Road Racing, Tour de France
In a terrible summer of lock-downs and very little Bike Racing, it has been announced that that Chris Froome (36) will ride for the Israel Start Up Team in the 2021 edition of the Tour de France. (26th June – 18th July). He will ride as Road Captain, supporting their...
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It has been announced that one of Britain's most successful rod cyclists, Chris Froome (35) is leaving Team Ineos at the end of the 2020 season, after they have decided not to renew his contract. With 10 years and 7 Grand Tour wins (4 x Tour de France; 2016,15,16 and...


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All state parks closed Sunday morning after the County of Hawaii closed beach parks on Saturday night, Hawaii County Mayor Harry Kim tweeted. The Honolulu Zoo closed before noon Sunday because of falling branches. Two African ground hornbills escaped from their enclosure, local station KITV reported, and officials asked the public not to approach the black birds "bigger than a chicken" with red skin under their beaks.


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Next Up: 2021 – Switzerland
Being one of the possible contenders in 2020, it makes perfect sense that Switzerland has selected Gjon's Tears for the upcoming Eurovision Song Contest 2021. Here is what we expect from Switzerland in 2021.
In today's episode we look at Switzerland in 2021. For a full review of their potential entry for 2020, check out this article on our partner website Eurovision Union. Check out our thoughts for next year below.
Key takeaways: strong emotional connection by a true musician
The singer-songwriter Gjon's Tears made an immediate impact when his French song 'Répondez-moi' was released. This is the type of song where the emotion comes through strongly just from the way it is performed. In his live performance this was noticable as well. He has proven that it's not just a feature of the studio version, but he can certainly deliver live. The song features some challenging notes, but he does it with ease.
How should Switzerland proceed with Gjon's Tears in Eurovision 2021?
We will be seeing Gjon's Tears next year, and that was a good call from the Swiss broadcaster. It didn't come as much of a surprise though, because when you have a potential winner in your grip, you don't let them go. Also coming from an internal selection, it made sense for Gjon to return to Eurovision. Ballads suit his voice, so I would love to see another ballad next year, and I'd also like to see the French language carried through. Whatever he does, I hope that it's strong enough to see Switzerland as a favourite once again.
This was supposed to be Switzerland's Eurovision 2020 entry
About "Next Up: Eurovision 2021"
In our series Next Up: 2021, we look ahead to the Eurovision Song Contest 2021. After the cancellation of Eurovision 2020, all participating countries now face the choice: Stick with their Eurovision singer, or come up with a new preselection or internal selection.
We make an analysis based on what we know so far. What will this country do, or most likely do? And is that the wise choice, looking at the fact that the Eurovision Song Contest remains a music competition?
Next Up: 2021 – Italy
2000 and Whatever – Romania
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Next Up: 2021 – Norway
Allie Lindo (USA)
When she heard that Eurovision 2020 would not take place, Ulrikke Brandstorp was heartbroken. She immediately announced that she would not take part in MGP 2021. So what now for Norway?
Next Up: 2021 – United Kingdom
Joshua Mayne (Australia)
The United Kingdom selected successful singer-songwriter James Newman as their act for this year's cancelled contest. But will he return for the struggling Eurovision nation in 2021?
Next up: 2021 – Austria
He was the intended artist for Eurovision 2020, and broadcaster ORF announced that Vincent Bueno will also sing for Austria at the contest in 2021. But, there is still a lot of work to be done.
robbert-rotterdam says:
How should Switzerland proceed with Blas Canto?
Ah, now I see there a rectification has been made! OK.


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Indianer grew up in Miami Beach, Florida. He attended the University of Alabama and the Southern College of Optometry. Before opening his practice in Daytona Beach, Florida, he served as a U. S. Air Force Bio-Medical Service Officer for three years. For many years L. E. Indianer was an avid skier, golfer and tennis player. It wasn't long before he, his family and friends began traveling worldwide, visiting sixty countries . . . giving him plenty of writing experiences. In the past, Indianer lectured on eye-related subjects, the Soviet Union, International Terrorism and his two novels. He first wrote two stage plays, ΣAMMY and A BRIDGE to ELNE, on which his first novel is based. He and his wife, Helaine, have two daughters, and seven grandchildren.
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Sauté spinach, shallots, garlic, salt and pepper in olive oil. Lay out tenderloin and place spinach mixture on two-thirds of steak. Roll up tenderloin and tie as you would a roast. Refrigerate overnight.
Heat a roasting pan on a burner. Season tenderloin with salt and pepper. Add oil to the roasting pan and quickly sear the meat. Finish the tenderloin in a preheated 350° oven for approximately 20-25 minutes.
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Bikers ride out in memory of murdered Sheffield church organist
Bikers in their dozens descended on a food bank this afternoon to make donations in memory of the murdered Sheffield church organist who helped to set it up.
Sunday, 19th November 2017, 1:18 pm
Updated Tuesday, 12th December 2017, 12:01 pm
Alan Greaves.
Alan Greaves launched the Saint Saviour's Community Project with his wife Maureen just three weeks before he was brutally beaten to death aged 68 on Christmas Eve five years ago.
Today more than 50 bikers rode in convoy from The Travellers pub in Chapeltown to the project on Mortomley Lane, High Green, where they delivered non-perishable goods, such as tinned foods, to help families who need it the most.
This was the sixth year more than 10 bikers groups, including the Yorkshire Trikers, Virago Star Owner's Club and the Independent Bikers of Sheffield, have joined forces to donate to the cause.
Event organiser Bob Ingham, aged 47, of Wakefield, said: "One of our members knew Alan and it is about helping to keep his memory alive.
"The motorcycle club community always tries to help out charitable causes and this is a vital one, especially in these economic times when people often really do need help."
There was added poignancy today as bikers also gathered to remember their friend who died in a road traffic collision on Upper Sheffield Road, Worsbrough in Barnsley, on Wednesday.
Police have not yet formally named him but bikers identified the man as 49-year-old Clive Burdett.
Mr Ingham added: "He used to come with us to the food bank so it is very sad. We held a one minute's silence in his memory."
Alan, a grandfather-of-two, was beaten to death as he walked to St Saviour's to play the organ at the midnight service.
His attackers, Jonathan Bowling, then aged 22, of Carwood Way, Pitsmoor, was jailed for life after admitting murder, while Ashley Foster, then also aged 22, of Wesley Road, High Green, was found guilty of manslaughter and jailed for nine years.
Since Alan's death, Maureen and an army of volunteers have worked tirelessly to make the St Saviour's Community Project a success.


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TWO STEPS FROM HELL
On February 14th, 2006 Two Steps From Hell was born. Nick Phoenix and Thomas Bergersen joined forces to write original music for movie trailers. In those short 6 years they have been featured in hundreds of movies, including some of the biggest blockbusters of recent time.
Everyone has heard their music most of us not knowingly. Their trailer music featured for films like Superman, Tron, Harry Potter, The Da Vinci Code, Twilight Saga, Narnia, Star Trek, X Men and also series on Television like, Frozen Planet, Dr. Who, Merlin and many more. Their compositions can be heard in "Britain got talent", the "X Factor", "Strictly come dancing" and some football events etc. They can also be heard on the History channel quite frequently.
Here is a listing with all their albums, whereas they cannot be bought except the last two featured on this page – Invincible and Archangel.
"Our music is not sold commercially and is available for licensing only. As the style of the music is geared for movie trailers, some television and media markets, it is only available to music supervisors, editors and producers at our clients' workplaces. Given the state of the music industry at the current moment, we find that this is the most sensible model for us. We appreciate the fans out there that love trailer music , actively participate in the various forums and send us email. Thank you so much for your comments."
This was their first album .
This first release displays the versatility, sophistication and range of the Two Steps philosophy.
SHADOWS AND NIGHTMARES
Two Steps From Hell released SHADOWS AND NIGHTMARES, unique in its artistic melding of live orchestra effects and custom sound design.
Two Steps From Hell released DYNASTY, an epic explosion from Thomas Bergersen and Nick Phoenix, featuring The Angeles Chorale and The Capellen Philharmonic Orchestra.
ALL DRUMS GO TO HELL
On July 9th, 2007, Two Steps From Hell released ALL DRUMS GO TO HELL: a furious, rhythmic explosion of drums from Thomas Bergersen and Nick Phoenix. This release features 64 tracks of percussive urgency, fantastic rhythmic artistry, massive hits and stunning rhythmic rises.
A stunning fusion of Electronica, Dark metal, Orchestra and Other-Worldly Rock. 18 original compositions from Two Steps co-founder: Nick Phoenix. Pathogen has a lot of driving electronica, but also features other-worldly rock and eerie, horror rock tracks, as well. Pathogen is set up as a listening experience, and so is not categorized. This is perhaps the most fun I've had as a composer, and the tracks are fun to listen to, as well." -Nick Phoenix
21 original compositions by Two Steps co-founder, Thomas J. Bergersen. NEMESIS is all about grandeur and monumental power, but these cues are undeniably, masterful compositions. NEMESIS features the seductive voice of Norwegian Merethe Soltvedt.
DREAMS AND IMAGINATIONS
Close to 100 different pieces… this huge collection of evocative music covers a lot of musical ground, with a primary focus on human emotions. Sweeping strings, beautiful angelic choirs, dramatic vocals, ethnic instruments, modern electronic elements, gorgeous sound design, all interacting in powerful synergy to provide music that is guaranteed to touch the hearts and souls of listeners all around the world.
LEGEND is an epic drama cd, and is quintessential trailer music, but manages to bring magic and artistry to the genre. Films like Indiana Jones, Mummy 3, No Country For Old Men, WALL-E, Horton Hears A Who, Chronicles of Narnia 2, The Happening, Hellboy 2, The Hulk, Speed Racer, Jumper, and Valkyrie.
Terrifying Audio From Disturbed Minds Interspersed With Haunting Themes And Beautiful Melodies From The Criminally Insane.
Beware: Highly infectious. Use at own risk.
Ashes combines innovative new sound design with orchestral recordings. The result is a hi-fi horror/thriller release unlike any other.
THE DEVIL WEARS NADA
A collection of orchestral music that covers styles of comedy, drama, adventure and family films, performed by the 80-piece world class Capellen Orchestra.
This album captures the true spirit of Hollywood with memorable themes, playful orchestrations and the power you've come to expect from Two Steps From Hell.
Composers Thomas Bergersen and Nick Phoenix once again blur the line between film-score and trailer music, and bring something fresh to the world of film advertising.
POWER OF DARKNESS
Power Of Darkness was released March 12 2010. One year in the making, it features 32 compositions recorded with the Capellen Orchestra in Czech, drums recorded in Los Angeles, various soloists from around the globe and choir recorded in Utah.
This stunning sequel to "Dreams and Imaginations" takes you on a journey through a seamless fusion of acoustic and electronic elements. Featuring 33 tracks, "Illumina" offers warm, elegant and beautiful music played by some of LA's best string players and vocalists. 30 of the 33 tracks on the album are from Thomas Bergersen, (Nick Phoenix has written "Missing Letters", "Rapture" and "Prelude to a Nightmare"). Because the music isn't really typical of what Two Steps are known for they decided not to release this one to the public, but perhaps some cues will be featured on a future release.
Sit back and enjoy a different side of Two Steps.
ALL DRONES GO TO HELL
Finally, Two Steps releases a very focused and original drones/trailer toolkit library. There is some amazing sound design in here. But "All Drones Go To Hell" takes the concept a step further and adds live cello, duduk, ney flute, irish lo whistle, electric violin and some incredible female vocalists, creating some very inspiring sound beds. Soloists include Azam Ali (300) and Tina Guo (Sherlock Holmes).
BALLS TO THE WALL
Two Steps From Hell presents "Balls To The Wall." Epic drums and furiously pounding sound design from the depths of….. well you know where. These extraordinarily high quality sound beds have been produced by Nick Phoenix, Thomas Bergersen and Alex Pfeffer.
Two years in the making, a lifetime of inspiration.Two Steps From Hell redefine the word "Epic" with the release "NERO". 40 new compositions from Two Steps From Hell composers Thomas Bergersen & Nick Phoenix.
Two Steps From Hell's first publicly available album, "Invincible" features popular tracks such as "Moving Mountains", "Hearth of Courage", "Master of Shadows", "Freedom Fighters" and many more. A best seller on iTunes, persisting for over a year in the top 10 list it is the most successful contemporary classical album of all time.
It is available on Audio CD on CDBaby.com, as well as digital downloads (MP3) on Amazon.com and iTunes.
"Archangel" is Two Steps From Hell's second public album and includes other favourites such as "Mercy in Darkness", "Titan Dune", "Atlantis", "Immortal Avenger" and more. It is enjoying a lot of success, and sides with the predecessor "Invincible" in the iTunes classical charts, where it at one point reached and held the 1st place position for over a week.
Thomas Bergersen released his own album which is available on Audio CD on CDbaby.com, as well as digital downloads (MP3) on Amazon.com and iTunes.
Please see my other blog on ILLUSIONS.
The next public album from Thomas Bergersen called "SUN"is planned for mid 2012. It will have unreleased tracks from "Illumina" and "Dreams and Imaginations" on it.
TWO STEPS FROM HEAVEN
New orchestral album with music written by Thomas Bergersen, performed by a 120 piece orchestra and choir, conducted by Petr Pololanik, out now but unfortunaltey not for the public, it's for motion picture advertising clients only and when TSF Heaven is released it'll be exclusive to trailer houses for 4-5 months till it gets put on Extrememusic.com
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I've had such a busy couple of weeks, so busy in fact that I realised I didn't even write last week. I'm not claiming to be the busiest person in the planet ~ hardly, I just mean I was busy by my standards.
I've got a few interesting things in the pipeline, one in particular that I'm very passionate about. Which is really exciting. I'm not sure if it's that or if being given a few more hours at work that has boosted my confidence and my self esteem. I'm not really sure, but I feel flipping amazing! I know! Weird right!
When you feel good on the inside I think it must shine out of you. I've had so many compliments in the last 10 days I'm getting a bit of a big head on!
hahahahahahahahahahaha...she cracks me up, and you can't get a better compliment than someone wanting all your stuff. Worryingly it's the second time something like that has been said to me. I sleep with one eye open these days that's for sure hahahahaha.
I did have Reflexolgy the other day so maybe that's helped make me feel fabulous too.
Straight after Reflexolgy I popped into my local town centre, I was just getting a few bits from the supermarket when I gravitated towards the clothing section, always worth a look, supermarkets do some cracking must have pieces most seasons.
Well Tesco didn't disappoint. So many goodies on offer.
I bought the trousers and the shorts version of the tiger stripes.
Top from Reiss, Trousers from Tesco, Bag from Goyard, Shoes from Chloe.
These trousers and their wearer had a big day ahead.
We (Chris, Ben and I) headed off to the south coast to visit Sam and Milly...and of course baby Zak. For an early Mother's Day visit. I had hoped my mum and dad could come but they couldn't make it so we'll have to have a late celebration next weekend. Zachary has changed so much in the last 2 weeks alone, he's growing so fast.
It was wonderful to be all together. All my favourite boys in one place. Absolute heaven.
No day out to Gosport is complete without a trip on the ferry over to Portsmouth, more importantly Gunwharf Quay. It's a discount shopping village that ranks between Freeport Braintree and Bicester village...none of which can hold a candle to Woodbury Common in New York (or upstate New York I guess it must be).
But it's decent enough and I treated myself to a few little bits.
I'm off to a very important wedding this Friday of my friend Gina. She's waited many years for her handsome prince to come along and she's finally going to get her fairytale ending. I literally can't wait!
I bought a dress which goes with a bag and shoes I already own. Which makes life easier and cheaper than having to buy the whole lot.
We had such a lovely early Mother's day. Had a fantastic meal in a really lovely restaurant/bar. I can imagine it would be heaving on a beautiful summers day. It was wonderful.
....And then came Mothering Sunday itself.
We headed up to London where Ben (and probably Chris) booked a table at Bluebird in Chelsea.
I love Bluebird, our dining there far predates its revived popularity on Made in Chelsea.
Top from Karl Largerfeld. (From Gunwharf Quays).
Now, I have to be careful with a flouncy sleeve, I've got form, many a time I've ruined an outfit by dipping my sleeves in food on the table. But I felt these would be controllable as they're not too flary.
I was super proud of Ben, he has a very narrow palate, not physically you understand, just a very fussy eater that never grew out of it...weirdly he grew into it. He ate everything except melon as a small child and then just chicken nuggets, pork products and steak when he got a bit older and definitely no veg. (can you sense I'm shaking my head at this point).
Well as it was a set menu and he didn't like the look of much on the starters menu he opted for steak tartare...a bold choice. Not one that I've ever chosen, I've only eaten fish and a bit of chicken for the last 24 years. Raw steak never appealed to me back in my bigger meat eating days.
After lunch there was time to hit the shops. Chris bought me my birthday present (a bit early but I'm happy with that as I can wear them now).
I love to look round high end shops for inspiration, I have a look at them and see if I can recreate them for less, a lot less. I saw an outfit in Ralph Lauren that I loved and that I already own some of the component parts, but no way am I paying over £300 for a white skirt (White is my nemesis at the best of times) anyway I found a great skirt in Zara for a fraction of the RL one, it wasn't the same of course but it would achieve the look that I wanted. I went to try it on...in LARGE...and it wouldn't do up! And Large is the largest size they do in that skirt. I couldn't do up the largest size they had!!!? I was just about to have the hump about it when I remembered I had the two desserts at lunch and thought well, I'm happy with my life choices even if my bum and belly aren't hahahahaha.
That said having a colostomy is no reason not to look good and feel good if you choose to. No one, absolutely no one can say having a colostomy means they have to dress badly, you can if you want to it's a free country, but you don't have to be contained or held back just because you have a stoma. I find that I have to dress according to what looks good on me rather than on the model in the shop. But then doesn't everyone have to do that.
I was drawn yet again to these silky skirts that a lot of the shops have at the moment that are like thick petticoats. But silk isn't my friend. I tried one on, no idea why, I knew it wouldn't look right, but I thought it was worth a go. Not only could you see the outline of my bag you could see the contents too. This is not a look I've ever aimed for.
Silky is off the menu.
I'm still on the hunt for the perfect skirt for the look I have in mind. It's out there, I know it is.
Anyway we had a fantastic lunch, we got chatting with the lovely lady next to us. We always end up chatting to people, unlike me O has a fantastically warm, friendly face. I love meeting up with her and the meal was outstanding in the Chinese restaurant in there, I didn't even know it had one but the store is so cavernous that you'd never know what they have in there unless you've got a inside man...or in this case woman!
Weirdly I felt fabulous Monday too. I'm on a roll at the moment I could get used to being happy with my reflection rather than feeling contempt and unhappy. (This is not bag related, just a left over from low self esteem in my youth).
If anything my colostomy has made me see the real me even better than I did before my surgery. In what may seem a weird way round I look at my naked body approvingly. Maybe it's just I'm still in awe of getting through something so nasty. But what ever it is I'm happy. Content with my shell and perfectly happy with the inside too.
I felt fabulous, I felt I looked pretty good too. And I got compliments from strangers and friends both times I've worn this cardigan...I think it's a magic cardi!
Cardigan from The White Company, Top from Tommy Hilfiger, Leggings from Next, Shoes from LV for my birthday.
On a serious note. It's bowel cancer awareness month. I put a post out on my social media.
It's very close to my heart that people get early diagnosis.
I didn't but, I got very lucky. I had bowel issues and symptoms for a good 15 years and it's likely I had a cancerous tumour for at least 5-7 years before I was diagnosed. So I really count my lucky stars that I made it.
I was fortunate as I had an older persons, slow growing cancer, so it had only spread to localised lymph nodes from the tumour site.
I was lucky that it was a slow grower but unlucky that my GP's had failed to pick it up even though I had been to them many times, year after year with the same symptoms.
If you think something isn't quite right with your health then push for further testing. I really wish I had.
I am lucky that they could save me. I'm very grateful, but early diagnosis is the key to success.


Bankroll management is a fundamental aspect of sports betting or any form of gambling for that matter. We harp on bankroll strategy probably more than any other sports betting strategy site on the web, but that's for good reason. Even the most talented sports bettors have fallen victim to mismanagement of their bankrolls. As a sports bettor keeping accurate records of your betting activity it's a must.
Without keeping track of your bets, you'll be certainly spending more than you wanted at first. It's easy to get out of control and let's face it. Sports betting it's fun and the consequences of poor bankroll management and record keeping might be damaging in the long run. In this article, we once again talk about the importance of keeping a detailed track of your wins and losses while betting on sports online to have healthy bankroll management.
Once you've decided on a bankroll management plan, it's time to put that plan into action. We suggest doing this before you begin betting sports, but often, that's not how it works out. Most bettors begin their careers placing a number of -EV wagers and have little to no concept of value. Many don't even take the time to do proper sports line shopping. Sadly, and luckily, for the sportsbooks, the vast majority of people who bet never make it to a point where they genuinely want to improve their win rate or expand their sports betting knowledge. Most people have no idea how to find value in betting markets, so bankroll management and record keeping is far from a priority.
As far as how you decide to keep your records, that's up to you. It can be as simple as writing them down in a Microsoft Word document or even the old-fashioned way, with pen and paper. Although that's not ideal, it still worlds better than not keeping track of your betting history at all.
It's important to remember that even if you've already been wagering for a while, sportsbooks keep track of all your bets and transactions, at least for a certain period. Most bettors shouldn't have any trouble going back and seeing their wagering history for the last six months to a year. If a site doesn't have full records available online, speaking with support may get you the full account history.
Microsoft Excel is a wonderful tool for just about everything and sports betting is no exception. With a little Excel knowledge, recording your bets and keeping track of your wins and losses is as easy as entering your wagers each day. 2+2 Sports Betting Forum user "TomG" made a sports betting tracker spreadsheet available for keeping track of sports wagers. It's several years old, but it's the best spreadsheet we've for tracking results.
Best of all, it's completely free and available for download here. You also find a good number of free options that are excellent in this Reddit thread from r/Sportsbook. There are many websites that will track your bets for free or for a small fee. We prefer Excel because it can be as easy as you want, but can also be complex or more detailed depending on your preference. Regardless of the tool, what's relevant is to keep records of your betting activity.
Without accurate record keeping, you're not going to know how much you're up or down, which makes it a lot harder to determine your bankroll size and therefore, bet size. Furthermore, failure to keep records on the bets you make won't allow you to measure your edge accurately in betting markets. Look, we understand more than most that there is a big element of fun to sports betting. There are few things better than sitting down to watch a football game you've got a stake in with some beers and a few friends.
But, at some point, if you're serious about making money betting sports – you're going to have to keep records. It's the only way to analyze your results truly and correctly place wagers that correspond with your bankroll requirements. It also is a big help and perhaps a legal requirement when you file your U.S. income taxes on your winnings from sports betting.
At the very minimum, bettors should concern themselves with keeping track of all deposits and withdrawals at sportsbooks and recording the amount won or lost with each bet. However, we recommend going a bit further if possible. Bettors can do a much better job of quantifying their edge in certain markets if they record the type of sport they bet on, the event, wager type, selection, and the odds of each bet placed. Once again, the can also go the extra mile by adding additional information about each bet.
Stuff like the confidence level you had in the wager and the primary reason you decided to make the bet (handicapping, betting advice, steam betting move, etc.). If you're looking to go in-depth, you can note specific statistics or research tools that helped you make your decision.
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Keeping accurate records allows you to analyze your results, which is a vital part of your growth as a sports bettor. It's tough to gauge what a meaningful sample size is – a lot will depend on the sports you bet. For instance, a full NFL season probably isn't enough for evaluation, as it's only 17 weeks plus the playoffs, which isn't a large sample size. That's only 20 or so "game days", which is extremely small in comparison to other markets.
It's a bit different when it comes to other major sports, such as basketball for example, which has an 82-game regular season. It's especially true for baseball, which features the longest regular season in professional sports with 162 games for each franchise.
With that said, there's no hard-and-fast rule for how often you should evaluate your betting results or the number of bets it takes for it to become viable. What's important is that you record your results and analyze your records. As mentioned above, there's a lot of merit to writing as much information as possible regarding each bet, in addition to the amount, sport, and result of your wager. When it comes to evaluating your results, the more information, the better.


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Revealed: Top HR biases that derail job interviews
There are many faux pas employers may fall victim to – and keep in mind that they may be connected
BY Gary Waldon 30 Jul 2020
A candidate walks into the interview and for some reason that you can't quite put your finger on you just know they are perfect for the role. There is something about them that clicks with you. Even before the interview is finished you start to mentally prepare their job offer.
Hopefully though, rather than feeling a level of comfort about the fit, alarm bells ring and you challenge your first impressions. You take a step back and evaluate your choice to ensure you don't fall victim to your potential fake news or your personal biases.
A bias in its simplest form is a preference for someone or something, and can reveal themselves in our opinions, behaviours and actions. We are all guilty of falling victim to our personal biases, which are the result of the culmination of our life's experiences, beliefs and values, insecurities, fears and expectations. Biases may be about race, gender, sexual orientation right through to how you go about your everyday life.
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To allow ourselves to be more objective about our biases maybe give those voices inside our head that influence our opinions, behaviours and actions to a name, I call mine Bob. Our biases or heuristics are mental shortcuts Bob uses as a way to make life easier, so he doesn't have to think too much.
Being efficient, he likes to quickly jump to a conclusion based on our past experiences, biases or beliefs, regardless if they are right or wrong, and then move on to the next agenda item.
This may explain why we prefer one candidate over another even before we have finished the interview. There is an inherent danger in giving Bob free reign in certain circumstances – including interviews - and is why we are wise to employ tools such as personality tests, peer interviewing and involving multiple people on an interview panel.
These are some of the tools that help us remain balanced and kibosh Bob and his biases. Here are some biases we might fall victim to and keep in mind that they may be independently or could be interrelated:
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Halo effect is when we show a preference which taints our objectivity. First impressions count when it comes to the halo effect. Career coaching research shows that the only two consistent predictors of interview success (out of dozens) are extraversion and attractiveness. Simply put, the more we are attracted to someone (looks, personality, physique), the more this will influence how we rate everything else about them.
Confirmation bias We all like to be right, so rather than admit we're wrong Bob looks for things to support his opinions often ignoring evidence that contradicts it. If you liked the person when they walked in, you may unconsciously look for information or examples that support your opinion. You may even discount details that contradict your viewpoint. After all, if you like her, then she must be worth employing, Bob reasons.
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Blindspot or unconscious biases are those influences that affect our judgement and behaviours without us necessarily being aware of them. Race, gender, sexual preference, body type, education, sense of humour, wealth and creativity may be unconscious biases that influence our recruitment.
Self-serving bias is when Bob looks to get the best outcome for us. If the new employee is a great hire you will probably sit back and think "cool, how awesome am I" or alternatively if they don't work out for some reason you may think it is someone else's fault? Bob figures it hurts less when we can blame someone or something else. When we fall victim to the self-serving bias, we have a tendency to attribute positive events to our own character but attribute negative events to external factors.
Attentional bias is when we get lost in the moment and don't notice things happening around us, we are experiencing the attentional bias. Our focus becomes so intense that we block everything else out. Bob uses his need for efficiency (or laziness) and focuses on the things that he thinks matter to us, ignoring most of the other stuff, because he figures we don't really care about them anyway. Another term for this is tunnel vision.
Anchoring bias If the CEO recommends a candidate, then we will be more likely to show a preference for them based on the expectations we have now established. Usually, we look for things to measure ourselves and our expectations against and often it is from people or sources we respect.
The first step to managing our biases is to acknowledge they exist and that we all have them.
By owning them and recognising them when they arise, we can develop action plans to circumvent our biases and avoid them inappropriately influencing our decision making both at work and in our personal lives.
Gary Waldon is a business transformation specialist and the author of Sort Your Sh!t Out.
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Saltwater Fish Art Block Sign- Pick the Print- 4"x11"
The charming wood-mounted fish prints of this Saltwater Fish Art Block Series make colorful fishing wall decor and memorable fishing gifts. Starting under $25, they make great gifts for the fisherperson in your life. Looking for a gift for your husband? These unique pieces will let your husband know you get him like no one else does!
You can use these mounted fish prints to add a splash of color to any coastal or beach themed space. If you know someone who has ever caught one of these fish, they will surely love the thought you put into this gift. 3 or 4 (or more) of these together create a striking collection on any wall.
Listing is for one 11" x 4" Saltwater Fish Series Block. Also available in 6.5" x 18" and 7.6" x 21" via the Size pulldown menu.
Choose any one (or more) of the fish shown here to be mounted on 3/4" Birch plywood. You can easily specify your choice of fish using the Fish pulldown menu.
Image is applied and sealed using a non-toxic water-based sealer. Block has a cream wash finish of non-toxic cream paint. Back of block has a hole for wall hanging. Depth of block also makes it perfect for sitting on a shelf. Image is digitally created and reproduced on paper using ink designed to last 200 years. Image size as shown is around 4" x 11".