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Pierce Brosnan was spotted buying a bunch of flowers ahead of The King's Daughter release
Pierce Brosnan was looking to brighten someone's day as he was seen walking out of a Whole Foods grocery store in Los Angeles holding two handfuls of flowers on Thursday.The 68-year-old actor wore an all black look with a black jacket barely zipped up to show his black t-shirt underneath. The James Bond star had a few different color bouquets of roses, including yellow, white and orange.This sighting comes just a week before his film The King's Daughter, in which he wears long brown hair to star as King Louis XIV, debuts.
Handful of flowers:Pierce Brosnan was looking to brighten someone's day as he was seen walking out of a Whole Foods grocery store holding two handfuls of flowers on Thursday King Louis XIV: Pierce has been busy filming his new movie, The King's Daughter, which is set to be released January 21Pierce and wife, Keely Shaye, celebrated their 20th wedding anniversary last year. Pierce tied the knot with the journalist in Ireland in August of 2001.
He took to Instagram this past summer with a touching tribute to his spouse of two decades.'Happy anniversary my darling Keely, my love forever grows with you…' the actor wrote, adding emojis of a clover and a heart. Grocery store run: The 68-year-old actor wore an all black look with a black jacket barely zipped up to show his black t-shirt underneath Twenty years together: Pierce and his wife Keely Shaye were recently seen in December going for a romantic bike ride in Malibu.
The duo share two children, Dylan, 24, and Paris, 20.The couple was recently seen in December going for a romantic bike ride in Malibu. The duo share two children, Dylan, 24, and Paris, 20.Pierce has been busy filming his new movie, The King's Daughter, which is set to be released January
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James Bond star Pierce Brosnan unrecognisable with long hair after dramatic movie makeover
HOLLYWOOD actor Pierce Brosnan is unrecognisable in his latest movie role thanks to a new head of long brown hair. The silver fox and James Bond star, 68, has undergone the dramatic makeover for his role in upcoming film The King's Daughter. His short grey tresses have been replaced with a thick brunette wig that reaches his shoulders, and he has also trimmed off his beard.
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'The King's Daughter' Trailer: Long-Delayed Historical Fantasy Film Finally Hits Theaters In January
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Pierce Brosnan and wife Keely Shaye Smith enjoyed a bike ride in Malibu, California on a chilly winter Sunday.Brosnan, 68, donned a navy blue coat over a dark top with black pants, black shoes and sunglasses on the outing in the luxe locale.Smith, 58, matched her spouse in a black coat with black pants, black shoes, a purple scarf and a light blue knit cap as she pedaled alongside him.
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Express.co.uk that Page would make a "brilliant" James Bond.The Netflix star said: "I mean, like, I don't know, I have absolutely no idea."But that would be brilliant.That'd be brilliant. "I mean, who knows if, or when, or how? "But I mean, who wouldn't want to see that?"Ladbrokes' favourite to be the next James Bond is Page.He is closely followed at 4/1 by acting Batman actor Tom Hardy. Alongside Ruby's seal of approval, Pierce Brosnan, who played James Bond in the late 90s, said Page would be
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Eastenders star Milly Zero recently opened up about having an unexpected connection with Hollywood martial arts legend Jackie Chan. Before scoring her big TV break as Dotty Cotton on the BBC soap, the 22-year-old managed to bag a role that saw her sharing screen time with the iconic actor.The actress once worked on quite a different set from that of Walford with Jackie back in 2017 for film The Foreigner, which also starred Pierce Brosnan – another acting giant.
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EASTENDERS star Milly Zero has revealed a very surprising connection to Hollywood legend Jackie Chan. The young actress' life is a world away from that on Albert Square, with glam nights out and a famous rapper boyfriend - not to mention a role alongside the famous martial artist and director.
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Eddie Kidd began his career at fourteen, leading to over 12,000 successful jumps over cars and buses - and a few world records in the bag.
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A mermaid's life could hold the key to immortality in "The King's Daughter." The adaptation of Vonda N. McIntyre's novel "The Moon and the Sun" sees a young creature captured by none other than King Louis XIV.
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Samantha Bond turns 60: 007's Bond Girl celebrates birthday while flaunting ageless beauty
007 actress Samantha Bond celebrates turning 60 today.The English actress is best known for her role as Miss Moneypenny, the private secretary of M, across four Bond films, in which she starred opposite actor Pierce Brosnan.
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Pierce Brosnan's Wife: Everything To Know About Keely Shaye Smith, Plus His Past Marriage
Pierce Brosnan, 68, has been a staple of the entertainment industry, since he burst onto the theater scene in London's West End and later began making appearances in movies and TV shows. He was lead in the crime drama Remington Steele from 1982 to 1987, but his biggest break came in 1995, when he starred as James Bond in the movie Goldeneye.
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Pierce Brosnan's Sons Hit 'GQ' Men Of The Year Party With Their Girlfriends — Photos
Good genes run in the family and Pierce Brosnan's two sons – Dylan, 24, and Paris, 20, proved that when they walked the red carpet at the GQ Men Of The Year Party at EDITION in West Hollywood on Nov. 18. Dylan arrived with his girlfriend Avery Wheless, while Paris embraced his girlfriend Alex Lee-Aillón, on the carpet.
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Scots actor Dougray Scott says he was 'approached' about playing James Bond
Scots actor Dougray Scott has spoken about how James Bond producers approached him to replace Pierce Brosnan before he lost out to Daniel Craig.
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He's still got it! Pierce misses out on Sexiest Man award to another Hollywood heartthrob
Whether he's saving the world from impending doom as James Bond or singing his heart out in Mamma Mia, Pierce Brosnan's presence on screen has been setting hearts a-fluttering for decades.
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Pierce Brosnan To Star In Phillip Noyce's Hitman Thriller 'Fast Charlie' — AFM
EXCLUSIVE: Pierce Brosnan has signed on to star in Fast Charlie, a hitman thriller from director Phillip Noyce (Salt, Clear and Present Danger), which is scheduled to enter production in January, Boomtown Media Partners & Screen Media Ventures, a Chicken Soup for the Soul Entertainment Company, announced today.
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Russian Distribution Company Arna Media Launches With Slate Featuring 'Good Luck To You, Leo Grande', 'JFK Revisited', 'Decision To Leave'
Experienced Russian executive Nadezda Motina is launching Arna Media, a theatrical distribution company for the local market that is also planning to expand into co-productions.
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'The King's Daughter': Gravitas Ventures Nabs Rights To Fantasy Film Starring Pierce Brosnan & More, With Narration By Julie Andrews
EXCLUSIVE: Gravitas Ventures has acquired North American rights to The King's Daughter, a family adventure film starring Pierce Brosnan, William Hurt, Kaya Scodelario, Benjamin Walker, Rachel Griffiths, Pablo Schreiber, and Bingbing Fan, which is narrated by Oscar winner Julie Andrews, setting it for a theatrically exclusive release at upwards of 1000 locations across the U.S. and Canada on January 21, 2022.
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James Bond after 15 years in the role. But now his predecessor Pierce Brosnan has given his fellow 007 a challenge.
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Dwayne Johnson Shares Epic 'Black Adam' First Look and Scene During DC FanDome
Black Adam!Dwayne Johnson shared the epic first look at The Man in Black during Saturday's DC FanDome. The actor took to social media to post a four-minute video with behind the scenes footage, interviews and a scene from the upcoming super villain flick.«Ladies & gents…Enjoy your WORLD EXCLUSIVE first look.
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Dwayne Johnson Debuts First 'Black Adam' Footage During DC FanDome - Watch Now!
The first look at the upcoming DC Comics movie Black Adam has been revealed!
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When movie fans think of the DCEU, they think more often of Batman, Superman, and other members of the Justice League that have already received standalone films. There's more to the DCEU than the Justice League, though, and 2019's "Shazam!" was a preview of that broader canon.
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Daniel Craig got emotional after shooting his final scene as James Bond
Daniel Craig that his time as James Bond is coming to a close.The actor stopped by The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon on Tuesday, October 12, where he talked to the late night host about what it was like filming his final scene as 007 for No Time to Die.
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Best James Bond movies: All 25 films ranked, from sublime to subpar
Pierce Brosnan's final outing from 2002 begins with Bond being tortured in a North Korean prison camp for a year and only gets worse from there.You'll start to notice a trend that an actor's last time playing Bond is often his worst. Writers throw everything at the wall to distract from the fact that their 007 is disenchanted, sleepy and, frankly, a bit long in the tooth.
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No Time To Die: James Bond actor Daniel Craig honoured with star on Hollywood Walk Of Fame
Daniel Craig has become the 2,704th celebrity to be given a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. The 53-year-old Briton is the fourth James Bond actor to be honoured with a star on the popular Los Angeles tourist attraction.
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How James Bond's Look Evolved for 'No Time to Die'
Malina Saval Associate Editor, FeaturesThe 16th-century Dutch theologian Desiderius Erasmus famously proclaimed "Clothes make the man." This is categorically true of James Bond, Ian Fleming's swashbuckling secret agent, whose costumes through the years — from the Savile Row suits worn by Sean Connery in "Dr.
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'Not exactly svelte!' Joan Collins mocks 'snappy' Raquel Welch in brutal swipe in new book
Kevin Costner and Raquel Welch.In a swipe at the latter, she said of her outfit: "Raquel is wearing the most awful rhinestone necklace, bracelet and earrings and she is not exactly svelte, although her skin is good."Joan went on to say her fellow actress looked as though she borrowed a "dinner jacket from her boyfriend", who she claimed looked like Pierce Brosnan."When I ask her where she met him, she's snappy and doesn't want to answer," she added.The actress went on to say she "raised
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Daniel Craig receives star on Hollywood Walk of Fame as he bids farewell to Bond
Daniel Craig's name will be amongst some of the biggest names in the celebrity world as he is set to get his own star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
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Daniel Craig is getting a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame!
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Daniel Craig's final bow as James Bond will end with a star.
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Daniel Craig reveals Pierce Brosnan advice that got him through Bond films
NME the piece of advice that helped him most during his five-film stint as James Bond.No Time To Die, Craig's final outing as the MI6 agent, is released today (September 30) in cinemas after multiple delays due to COVID-19 and the closure of cinemas around the world.Craig was first cast as Bond back in 2006 ahead of franchise reboot Casino Royale, and he says Pierce Brosnan, who he replaced after four movies, gave him some valuable advice."I got a nice piece of advice from Pierce Brosnan," Craig
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Best James Bond watches: 8 of the most iconic timepieces with a licence to thrill
No Time To Die on the horizon, we're taking a look back at James Bond's more iconic watches, from Sean Connery's Rolex Submariner with NATO strap, to Roger Moore's Seikos and the Omega Seamasters of Pierce Brosnan and Daniel Craig. Here are some of the best, and what they're likely to cost you today:Believed to be Sean Connery's own watch, this Rolex was worn by the actor as he played Bond in the first four films of the franchise.
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Pierce Brosnan gushes over 'beautiful and luscious' wife of 20 years Keely in birthday tribute
Pierce Brosnan has proven he's still totally smitten with his wife, Keely Shaye Smith, after 20 years of marriage.The former James Bond star took to social media on Tuesday to gush about his wife on her 58th birthday. Pierce, 68, posted a photo of his wife in a purple swimsuit making coconut water as he described her as 'beautiful' and 'luscious'.
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Pierce Brosnan, 68, Gushes Over Wife Keely, 58, Wearing A Swimsuit: My 'Luscious Love'
Pierce Brosnan penned a sweet tribute to wife Keely for her 58th birthday. The actor, 68, shared a snapshot of his longtime partner in a swimsuit on Instagram a day after her September 25 birthday and gushed about his "luscious love."
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th birthday. The 68-year-old Mamma Mia star posted a sweet image to social media of the brunette beauty in a purple swimsuit as she turned 58-years-old.The pictures show the pair kissing by the ocean and Keely wearing a pair of shades sitting next to a large coconut as the pair vacationed in Hawaii."My beautiful luscious love Keely on her 58th trip around the sun yesterday… après swim, making coconut water.
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Pierce Brosnan pens emotional love letter to his wife Keely on her 58th birthday
Pierce Brosnan is still very much smitten with wife of 20 years, Keely Shaye Smith, as he proved on Tuesday.The former James Bond actor, 68, posted a sweet image to social media of the brunette beauty in a purple swimsuit as she turned 58-years-old.And The Thomas Crown Affair star added a gushing love note for his better half, calling her 'beautiful' and 'luscious.' His lady love:Pierce Brosnan posted a sweet image to social media of his brunette beauty, wife Keely, as she turns 58-years-old He
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James Bond star Pierce Brosnan, 68, shares rare picture of his wife Keely, 58, as he posts emotional love letter
JAMES Bond star Pierce Brosnan has posted a picture of his wife Keely alongside a loved-up message. The 007 and Mamma Mia! actor shared the cute snap on her 58th birthday calling her "my beautiful luscious love".
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Pierce Brosnan shares candid photo of wife Keely - and sparks big reaction
Pierce Brosnan married Keely Shaye Smith - and he's still completely head over heels in love.The James Bond star took to Instagram this week in celebration of his wife's 58th birthday, sharing a candid family snapshot with his fans.MORE: All there is to know about Pierce Brosnan's love life WATCH: Pierce Brosnan shares hopeful message with fans from inside his Hawaii homeThe image shows Keely smiling up at the camera wearing oversized sunglasses and a short purple dress.
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Daniel Craig Reacts To The Idea Of Hugh Jackman Playing James Bond
Daniel Craig is opening up about the possibility that Hugh Jackman could be in line for the role of James Bond once again.
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James Bond star Daniel Craig shares his big plans for Ireland
James Bond actor Daniel Craig has revealed he's got some big plans for Ireland.
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James Bond series. No Time To Die will be the 25th official Bond made by Eon Productions.Three other films have been made by separate production companies.Daniel Craig will be stepping down as Bond after the film.
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Check out a pre-fame Idris Elba in 'GoldenEye' promo clip
video shows audience reactions to GoldenEye after one of the first screenings back in 1995.Towards the end of the 36-second clip, Idris Elba shares his thoughts. "He's really good," he begins, discussing Pierce Brosnan's performance.
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James Bond, Pierce Brosnan bagged the role, debuting in 1995's GoldenEye. And now unearthed reactions to the then-new 007 have seen Idris Elba spotted giving his take on the film.
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Old Video Of Idris Elba Praising 'James Bond' Surfaces
The internet is in a frenzy as an old video of Idris Elba praising the "James Bond" film "GoldenEye" back in 1995 has surfaced.
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Idris Elba spotted giving his reaction to Pierce Brosnan as James Bond in unearthed clip
Bond film, No Time To Die, has been so long it's easy to forget it will be Daniel Craig's last outing as 007.Many British actors have been on the wish list of movie fans to replace him, including Idris Elba, 49.Now a keen-eyed Twitter user has unearthed footage of UK cinemagoers reacting to the debut of Piers Brosnan as Bond in 1995's GoldenEye.At the end of the clip are two young men, who enthuse about the new 007.
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Pierce Brosnan's Kids: Meet The Actor's Five Grown Children
Pierce Brosnan has taken on many roles in his life. He was 007 during the mid-1990s, playing secret agent James Bond in a series of films.
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Pierce Brosnan melts hearts with rare family photos
Pierce Brosnan doesn't often share insights into his personal life on social media, but on Monday, the James Bond star posted some rare family photos to mark his son Sean's 38th birthday.MORE: All there is to know about Pierce Brosnan's love lifePierce raised Sean with his wife Cassandra Harris, who sadly passed away from ovarian cancer in 1991.WATCH: Catch the official trailer for No Time to DieThe doting father shared three snaps, one a polaroid capture of the pair, a second showing them at a
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Pierce Brosnan proved yet again that good looks never die during a recent trip to Hawaii. The famous James Bond star was seen enjoying a dip in the Pacific Ocean on the island of Kauai, where he has a second home that he shares with his wife of 20 years, Keely Shaye Smith.
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Pierce Brosnan has paid a heartfelt tribute to his son Sean on his 38th birthday.
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As leaders, we are often reluctant to share more of who we are in the workplace for fear we will lose the respect of our bosses, colleagues and staff. We think we need to guard against people knowing too much about us so that we can protect ourselves from criticism. All of us have seen the damage "oversharing" personal information in the online world can do to professional reputations.
Successful leaders are seen as approachable and easy to talk to. They share more information and get more in return. They disclose some things about themselves because it is hard for people to relate to an enigma. They inspire trust and confidence because people know more about them. So what do you share and where do you draw the line?
I think you can share information about yourself, who you are, your personal history, interests and leadership point of view. Your role in the organization and your comfort level with the amount of information you share will need to be your guide. Talking about challenges you have faced and how you have overcome them can be particularly helpful in encouraging others to persevere in their own difficult circumstances.
Where do you draw the line? You cannot share information about other people, including your family, without their permission. You should never share anything that would be seen as destructive to the reputation of your organization, its leaders and staff, including yourself.
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If you are not used to sharing information about yourself, here are some fun questions you can answer and share and encourage your leadership team to do the same. They come from James Lipton, host of Inside the Actors Studio. So you can get to know me better, I have added my answers:
What is your favourite word? Stupendous.
What is your least favourite word? Booty (not the pirate kind).
What sound or noise do you love? Mozart in a church in Prague.
What sound or noise do you hate? Someone shouting in anger.
What is your favourite curse word? Bloody hell (said softly, of course).
What song/band/music you would risk wreck and injury to turn off when it comes on the radio?
Anything heavy metal -- feels like fingernails on a blackboard.
What is your favourite TV show? Mad Men, especially the episode of Zou Bisou Bisou with Jessica Pare
What is your favourite movie? Anything with Meryl Streep in it. Lately, the Girl with the Dragon Tattoo, both versions with Noomi Rapace and Rooney Mara.
What is the best concert you have been to? Leonard Cohen at the National Arts Centre several years ago as part of his world tour.
If you could have anything put on your t-shirt, what would it be? Tell me more.
What is your favourite meal? My husband's rotisserie chicken on the barbecue, fresh corn-on-the-cob and fresh heirloom tomatoes with olive oil, balsamic vinegar and basil -- and a good Pinot Noir to go with it.
What talent do you wish you had? To be able to sing.
Your dream vacation? An all-expenses-paid, personalized guided tour of the top wine regions of the world, one by one. It would take years.
What is on your nightstand? A lamp; a Chinese lacquer box containing reading glasses, hand lotion and the latest reading recommendations from the Globe and Mail; a kindle reader with many, many detective and mystery stories; and a picture of my husband.
Tell us something about you that would surprise us? I am a certified sommelier. I love thunderstorms, as long as I am not out in the open or on water, and I am terrified of bats.
To conclude, Brene Brown tells us in her blog, Ordinary Courage (see sidebar):
"When we spend our lives waiting until we're perfect or bulletproof before we walk into the arena we ultimately sacrifice relationships and opportunities that may not be recoverable, we squander our precious time, and we turn our backs on our gifts, those unique contributions that only we can make."
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The Port of New Orleans has purchases land in Violet for the container port and opponents are gearing up.
A group from St. Bernard Parish said it plans to increase pressure to stop a proposed $1.5 billion contatiner ship terminal, after the Port of New Orleans announced this week that it has completed the purchase of 1,100 acres in Violet where it plans to build the facility. About 30 members of the group Save our St. Bernard attended the St. Bernard Parish Council meeting Tuesday night and demanded the council pass resolutions to further study the environmental impact of the terminal and to seek more information from Port Nola. Though council members unanimously adopted the resolutions, the meeting turned testy as frustrated group members accused some of council of not doing enough to oppose the terminal, which they say will bring traffic congestion and pollution and disrupt their way of life. "Why is my organization having to lead the charge on this?" S.O.S. president Bobby Showalter asked council members. "Because the Parish Council and administration is not taking a lead and representing their constituents, even though we have 10,000 signatures on our petition."
Rendering of the proposed $1.5 billion container terminal at Violet, St. Bernard Parish.
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The Parish Council has not approved the port facility but they have no control over the Port which is continuing in the face of opposition.
Though the Parish Council has consistently voted to oppose the container terminal, several members have noted that the council has no jurisdiction over the ports, which are state entities. "We could pass 100 resolutions and it won't matter," Council Chair Richard Lewis said. "We've hired someone to make sure (Port Nola) follows the law, gets the right permits, and so on." But he suggested to the S.O.S. contingent that their next move should be to go to the state Legislature and try and get members there to take action. St. Bernard Council member Joshua Moran noted the promise of 700 jobs to come from the container terminal, called the Louisiana International Terminal. "They already bought the property so let us as a council do our jobs and try and get the infrastructure money to build the roads which would alleviate the traffic," Moran said. A group from the longshoreman union, ILA Local 1422, attended Tuesday's meeting in support of the LIT and murmured in agreement at Moran's comments. But S.O.S. supporters in attendance and on social media have vowed to fight on.
The parish residents were notified by email that the land had been bought.
On Monday, Port Nola told St. Bernard Parish residents residents in an email that the land purchase had been completed. "This comes after a year of due diligence, surveying, and ongoing community engagement," the Port Nola email said. "The next step will be the multi-year permitting process through the Army Corps of Engineers, (which) will include many more studies on the impacts, benefits, and infrastructure investments needed to make the container terminal a successful project for all, particularly the St. Bernard community." Port Nola has for years sought to build a downriver port that will be able to handle rapidly growing container volume on ever-larger vessels. As Port Nola CEO Brandy Christian has pointed out, the port's volume has grown but its share of business coming to the Gulf of Mexico has shrunk because of lack of capacity to handle the big ships that cannot make it past the Crescent City Connection upriver. But opponents to the plan in St. Bernard say that alternative container terminals, including one proposed to be built at Plaquemines Port, make more sense as they aren't in populated areas.
Peaceful protest goes so far so the courts have been approached.
Showalter's group last month sued Port Nola in state District Court in St. Bernard Parish, asking a judge to stop the LIT, largely on the grounds that it would cause environmental damage, damage culturally significant areas, and disrupt the lives of residents by causing traffic congestion turmoil. "There are several other angles we're working on now," said Showalter. There will be more physical protests and petition gathering events. He said they plan to press state legislators to support their opposition, especially state Rep. Ray Garofalo and Sen. Sharon Hewitt, who represent the parish. So far they haven't taken a firm position, as is the case for both U.S. Sens. John Kennedy and Bill Cassidy, and U.S. Rep. Steve Scalise. "We're trying to set up meetings with the various representatives to try and make them realize that the port is in the wrong place," said Showalter. Other initiatives S.O.S. is taking include seeking the official endorsement and support from groups that include the NAACP and the Sierra Club, as well as lining them and others up to provide expert testimony for the legal proceedings, he said. They are also expecting to get the support of neighborhood organizations in the Lower 9th Ward who would be affected by traffic from the LIT.
I have not heard that the land was bought with Eminent Domain but this is a case of business running roughshod over the community. Having driven from Violet to New Orleans a number of times it is not a road designed for container trucks. The Port does need to expand and I can recognize why they want a more down river site. Yet with the development of the area and the condition of the roads is there a good site that does not impact the citizens? That is what they are trying to figure out. Good luck!
George Bond January 6, 2022 Advocacy, Media Watch
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As a business owner, you have probably noticed your employees looking at the telltale blue screen of Facebook dozens of times as you walk through the office. The average person will check his or her Facebook and Twitter accounts a whopping fourteen times per day—and while bosses nationwide may lose patience with the social media obsession, a true entrepreneur will use it to his advantage.
Set goals. What do you hope to achieve by using Facebook, Twitter, or YouTube for your business? You should consider the question carefully, and create short- and long-term goals to get the desired results. If you already have a robust website for your business (and you should!), your goal can be to raise awareness of your business, attract local clientele, provide information, or generate leads. Each platform will offer a way to track your success (such as shares, likes, etc.), making it easy to see at a glance which posts get the most engagement from the public.
Provide value. Social media platforms give you an inside look at the lives of your clients, giving you a unique opportunity to organically provide what they want. If your followers are posting about medical bills after a car accident or problems getting their truck repaired after a crash, posting a timely article about how to get insurance claims paid will give you traffic and give your followers the answers they are looking for. Resist the urge to "sell yourself" by talking about your case record or offering contact information (that's what your website is for). Instead, give your audience something of value, like an answer to a common question or a link to an entertaining news story that is relevant to your business.
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A blazing fire has burnt down a house in Rivers state on Tuesday killing two children and destroying properties worth millions of naira along SDP Road in Bonny LGA of Rivers State.
The children involved are said to be 10 and 14 years respectively. It was gathered that the fire started in the early hours of today with an uncontrollable speed and force as it enveloped the home of the victims.
The CTC Chairman of the LGA, Hon. Sim Emmanuel Hart, accompanied by his Secretary Lady Helen Jack-Wilson Pepple, Supervisors and Advisers of Council were at the scene to confirm the unfortunate incident.


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Tinkering by Georgia leads to stronger run game
Tim Tucker, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution
ATHENS -- Georgia's running game has showed definite signs of progress in recent games -- a result of both a reconfigured line and maturing backs, offensive coordinator Mike Bobo said.
The Dogs have started the same line in each of the past three games -- Clint Boling at left tackle, Cordy Glenn at left guard, Ben Jones at center, Chris Davis at right guard and Josh Davis at right tackle -- and have settled on two primary running backs in Caleb King and freshman Washaun Ealey.
"It's been great to see the continuity up front and to see the backs run hard," Bobo said.
Bobo on the line: "You've got five guys in there right now who have been very consistent on assignments. We haven't been as dominant as we'd like [in] maybe knocking people off the ball all the time, but we've put our hat in the right spot, and the missed assignments have gone down tremendously."
And Bobo on the backs: "They have been running hard, with [Ealey] coming on and breaking tackles and getting more confidence. That's more competition, and [King] has picked it up. ... The linemen love it when they got a back running hard and breaking tackles."
Georgia ran for 169 yards against Auburn last week, the Bulldogs' most rushing yards in an SEC game this season except for 173 vs. Vanderbilt.
Fifty-seven percent of football players who enrolled at Georgia between 1999 and 2002 graduated within six years, according to the NCAA's latest Graduation Success Rate (GSR) report released Wednesday.
That's up from the UGA football program's 48-percent graduation rate in last year's report.
"That's a good step in the right direction," coach Mark Richt said Wednesday night. "It's going to continue to rise."
Nationwide, the graduation rate for Division I-A football players in Wednesday's report was 67 percent.
In all men's and women's sports, 75 percent of UGA athletes who enrolled from 1999-2002 graduated -- up from 70 percent in last year's report, which covered 1998-2001 enrollees. The national average for all sports in the latest report was 79 percent.
Georgia continued to lag badly in men's basketball with 18 percent of the players who enrolled in 1999-2002 graduating, compared to 64 percent nationally.
The GSR is one of two academic measures compiled by the NCAA. The other -- the Academic Progress Rate (APR) -- is released in the spring and measures current athletes' academic performance. The NCAA levies penalties for poor showings in the APR, but no penalties are associated with the GSR.


A brothel owner who died last month won a recent election in Nevada, and — surprise! — he was a Republican. "Family value" voters electing a dead pimp to own the libs: that's America, and American politics, in a nutshell for you.


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5 things to do in Bo Kaap, Cape Town
A visit to Bo Kaap – one of the Mother City's most famous inner-city locations – offers an exciting blend of food, art, scenery, culture and history.
Set on the slopes of Signal Hill, this vibrant area is best-known for its colourful cottages, rich Cape Malay heritage and its traditional mosques. Whether you are based nearby, or simply passing through the city, we recommend taking some time to explore this local gem.
Discover local art galleries. Bo Kaap is home to a number of art galleries, many of which can be found along Rose and Wale Streets, such as Brundyn+, which is contemporary art gallery showcasing artists work from around the world, including Nigeria, Angola and the USA. Other highlights include Monkeybiz on Wale Street.
Browse the spice market. Atlas Trading Company is a must-visit for anyone with a passion for heavenly spices. Situated in Wale Street, this spice market offers a broad selection of fresh and ground spices from around the world, including Cape Malay spices – a popular spice used in local cuisine.
Savour a Cape Malay meal. Situated on August Street, you will find the Bo Kaap Kombuisrestaurant, a veritable institution in the area that not only offers a selection of famous Cape Malay dishes to suit every taste bud, but also spectacular views overlooking the city. Whether you visit for lunch or dinner, this is the best place to enjoy traditional dishes, such as bobotie, sosati, butter chicken, dhal, roti and malva pudding.
Learn the history. On Wale Street, you will find the Bo Kaap Museum which offers a fascinating glimpse into the history of the area and its people. While there is a small entry fee, starting from R20 per adult and R10 per pensioner or child, it is a small price to pay for a peek into a lifetime of history.
See the iconic cottages. No visit to the Bo Kaap is complete without exploring the streets that are lined with their famous, brightly coloured cottages. Set on steeply sloped, cobble-stone streets, these cottages are found in every colour you could imagine – pink, purple, green, blue, red, yellow and even neon tones. Needless to say, these cottages make for some incredible travel photographs.
Book your stay today to experience the magic of Cape Town and its unique surroundings first hand. Let the Pepperclub concierge team help you plan the ultimate holiday and travel itinerary, complete with must-do activities and tours,
Planning a Cape Town holiday this Spring?
As warmer weather slowly approaches, as does the temptation for a Spring-time vacation. Cape Town and its surrounds should be a serious contender when deciding where to escape to, as the area truly comes alive with activity during the Spring and Summer months.
From the majestic whales that visit the Cape coastal regions between August and November, to the blanket of flowers that parade the most spectacular landscapes in September and numerous festivals, Spring in the Western Cape offers one of the most rewarding holiday experiences:
Flower Season: With the onset of Spring, the Western Cape awakens as if it had enjoyed a long, winter hibernation. Wild flowers in all shapes, sizes and forms burst into colour and cover the landscapes along the West Coast. There are a number of places from which to see the flowers including the West Coast National Park along the R27 (approx. 90 minutes outside of Cape Town) and the Namaqualand National Park (approximately a 6-hour drive), or Kirstenbosch National Botanical Gardens in Newlands just a 15-minute drive outside of Cape Town.
Whale Season: The Cape south coastline annually hosts various pods of whales – with the most popular being the Southern Right whale – who visit the area to mate, calve and nurse their young. With options to view from the land or a boat, visitors can view whales blowing, breaching, lob tailing or spy hopping along the False Bay coast in the Cape Town region. Another favourable option is to venture to Hermanus, a short and scenic 90-minute drive away from Cape Town. Often referred to as the whale viewing capital of the Cape – and recently named as one of the 12 best whale watching destinations in the world by the World Wildlife Fund – this seaside village makes an enjoyable day trip or weekend break. Be sure to fully charge your camera as the scenes put on by the whales can make for some wonderful photographs and holiday memories.
Festivals: As activity in Cape Town livens up, as do the line-ups of festivals and shows. For wine and foodie enthusiasts wanting to explore the wine regions, the Mmm McGregor Festival takes place in McGregor at the end of September and the Season of Sauvignon festival in the Durbanville Wine Valley in October. For those wanting to take in the nature, the Fynbosskou takes place in Hopefield in August, the Hermanus Flower Festival in September and the Cape Town Flower Show takes place in October and is just minutes from the city bowl. The annual Rocking the Daisies four-day music festival has also quickly grown in popularity for both locals and tourists alike since launching in 2005.
Looking for accommodation in Cape Town during your Spring vacation? Pepperclub Hotel & Spa offers 5-star luxury at its finest and boasts a host of luxurious facilities ranging from the world-class Cayenne Spa, multiple wining and dining options, outstanding guest concierge and beautifully furnished guest rooms. Make your booking today and start planning a Cape Town holiday that you will never forget!
Introducing the Cape Town Big 7
South Africa is synonymous with the Big 5 – in fact, the Big 5 are likely some of the most famous icons representing our country. The Cape, however, has in recent years become home to its own set of famous icons, today favourably known as the Cape Town Big 7. It may surprise you to know that this list has very little to do with wildlife, and instead incorporates a list of the top 7 attractions that visitors to Cape Town should add to their trip's itinerary:
Your Cape Town bucket-list includes:Cape Point. At the tip of the Cape Peninsula lies Cape Point – a scenic nature reserve which falls part of the Table Mountain National Park – famous for its wildlife, beaches, marine life, rocky shores, look-out points, birds and majestic views. This spot is often included in city tours, and for good reason.
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City Walk. If you are seeking a way to take in the city's top sights, this route is a must-try. This pedestrian must-do runs from the Iziko South African Museum at the entrance of Company's Gardens, all the way up the Fan Walk that leads into Green Point. Be sure to pop into one of the many art galleries and coffee shops that make this walk a truly unique experience.
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Groot Constantia. One of the oldest wine regions in the country, the Constantia Winelands boasts a small but exceptional selection of wine farms along the Constantia Valley Wine Route, including arguably one of the most famous, Groot Constantia. Here you can explore the gardens, visit the on-site museum, stop for lunch, conduct a wine tasting or join a cellar tour.
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Kirstenbosch National Botanical Gardens. Situated in Newlands, Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden is popular with visitors as well as locals. Day passes can be purchased at the ticket office and during Summer, the gardens also host weekly music concerts and open-air cinemas. In the gardens, you will find a gift shop, a few restaurants and tearooms, a tree-top canopy walkway and plenty of beautiful garden areas and paths to explore.
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Robben Island. A ferry boat leaves from the Gateway Museum at the V&A Waterfront Clock Tower and will transport you to the island where a guided tour will help you gain a deeper understanding of where former South African president, Nelson Mandela, spent many of his years of imprisonment during the Apartheid era. A guided tour of the prison, hosted by former political prisoners, includes a tour of the island and the prison, including Mandela's exact prison cell.
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Table Mountain. Likely one of the most iconic landmarks in the city, Table Mountain is South Africa's own New 7 Wonder of Nature. The flat-topped shape of the mountain is what gives it its name. Take a trip up the cable car to see the mountain in its full glory – and if you are in luck with good weather, you may be able to see as far as the Hottentots Holland mountain range in the Boland, just outside of Cape Town. Enjoy mesmerising the views from the top while having a bite to eat at the Table Mountain Café.
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V&A Waterfront. Home to a number of designer stores, restaurants, cafés, markets and a cinema, the V&A Waterfront is a favourite for locals and tourists alike. The Waterfront also boasts numerous activities, which include the Two Oceans Aquarium, Mineral World Scratch Patch, the Springbok Rugby Museum, the Wheel of Excellence and a few museums. Within the Clock Tower, you will find the Robben Island Gateway Museum along with the Shimansky Diamond Museum (free tours are offered here daily). Also on offer are various boat trips and sunset cruises.
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Ready to start planning your dream trip to the Cape Town? Contact the Pepperclub Hotel & Spa teamfor help with accommodation bookings, concierge and other exclusive services that are available to our guests. We look forward to showing you the Cape Town Big 7 and many other wonders during your stay!
Cape Town Hotel clinches top award at 2016 World Travel Awards
For the fourth consecutive year, Pepperclub Hotel & Spa has been named Africa's Leading City Hotel at the 23rd annual World Travel AwardsTM regional Africa and Indian Ocean Gala Ceremony held in Zanzibar this past weekend.
A coveted title which is widely regarded as the "Oscars" of the international tourism industry, the World Travel AwardsTM recognises and rewards excellence in all sectors of the global travel and tourism industry. All titles are awarded based on votes received from travellers and industry professionals.
With its prime position in the heart of Cape Town city centre, the hotel remains a favourite for many business and leisure travellers – both international and local – as they exploit its convenient, close proximity to the business district, and numerous tourism hot-spots.
Commenting on the achievement, Bruce Deneys, Director of Sales and Marketing at Pepperclub Hotel & Spa remarked: "We are delighted to have been recognised yet again, and our staff and management remain committed to delivering the highest quality experience to all guests. As we remain title holders of the title for another year, we hope we will be successful in being recognised as the World's Leading City Hotel in the global awards ceremony that will be held later this year.
"Given the international reach of the awards, the exposure for the hotel, as well as Cape Town, is significant. Having competed against the likes of the Hyatt Regency Casablanca Hotel in Morocco and The Michaelangelo in Johannesburg, winning this award places the Cape Town tourism industry on the global map as a top, internationally acclaimed destination," concludes Deneys.
Cape Town hotel nominated for 4 accolades
Pepperclub Hotel & Spa, a five star hotel in the heart of Cape Town, has been nominated for four categories in the 2016 World Travel AwardsTM.
As the current title holder of Africa's Leading City Hotel for three consecutive years and South Africa's Leading Hotel Suite 2015 award for the hotel's opulent penthouse, Nick Seewer, CEO of Pepperclub Hotel & Spa says the hotel is thrilled to be recognised yet again by the prestigious awards platform.
Pepperclub Hotel & Spa has been nominated for the following African titles: Africa's Leading City Hotel, Africa's Leading Hotel Residences, South Africa's Leading Hotel Residences and South Africa's Leading Hotel Suite: Penthouse Suite @ Pepperclub Hotel & Spa.
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I had wanted to go to Lincoln for a while and this was my day. I drove to the city the night before and a good was in the offing with sun promised the next day. 26 +27/6/2005
156473 passes the signals protecting Brayford level crossing with 2C76 1627 Lincoln to Hull service. To the left of the railway over the crossing is the remains of the former Great Northern Railway 1875 built four road loco shed. 15 months after this photo was taken the building opened as "The Engine Shed", a 1500 seat music venue as part of Lincoln University. Out of shot to the left is the former Great Central Railway warehouse now the university library.
On the line between Lincoln and Newark, 66114 passes Winthorpe level crossing with a Permanent Way train.
EWS 60021 passes over River Witham with 25 empty TEA bogie tanks running back to Lindsey. The train is 6E82 1251 off Rectory Junction, the last shot of the day. 27/6/2005


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Creating a new relationship, especially a romantic relationship, is creating a chance to hurt yourself in the future. Love and breakup are connected like life and death. This is a short poem about a pessimist guy who sincerely loved his sweetheart very much. Unfortunately, his sweetheart left him for another rich macho man. This is a breakup poem for all broken hearts out there.
I miss you, my sweetheart.
This is my life's hardest part.
Now I want my life to restart.
An absolutely amazing poem…poems written about love & breakup always come off the most strongly to me…there's so much emotion in this. I love it. I know exactly how you feel.
What to say? Lovely poem yet sad . Heartbreaks are always painful but it definitely brings out a poet, writer , philosopher in everyone who undergoes this.
The right lady will come when the time is right. .
Peru maatu Unni. This is embarrassing.
So sweet! I've experience this lost love once, it's both a lesson and a curse. A lesson at love because you've risked giving your heart to someone that took it for granted, but risk taking is what life is about. A curse because a heartbreak is a pain like none other.
Even the best delicious food feels tasteless during heartbreak.
I know – I thought that too! But we are so fortunate to believe there's hope. You will find yours – one day, as I found mine. Don't lose hope!
So nice, but we're here to also support one another! 😊🙏🏽 Try not to feel like you're alone or that there will never come another – it's all negative, dark lies. But patience is key. And before you know it! All is well with your heart again.
Haha! Happy to help 😆 Thank you!
Unni, I agree it's painful, but let me tell you ,it has brought out the best in you……A poet.
Haha….how many of them stick together for life you think, 5 out of 100. All others will have to go through the crushing stage of heart break….considering the pain what you are currently having is a Bliss. .Trust me Unni….


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Hospitalizations and emergency room visits by people bitten by a dog in California have increased markedly in recent years, according to new dog bite statistics published on the website maintained by the California Department of Public Health. Recently released statistics show a 30% increase in emergency room visits as a result of dog bite injury for the period covering 2006 – 2014. And there was an even higher increase in hospitalizations; namely, a 50% increase during this 9 yr. period.
How can these increases be explained? Changes in preferences for the type of dogs people keep may be one explanation. Namely, more now than previously, people favor ownership of dogs with strong tendencies for protection such as Cain Corsos, American bulldogs, Bullmastiffs, Brazilian mastiffs and pit bull type dogs. A vicious attack from a pit bull type dog or a mastiff would likely result in severe dog bite injury – hence, the need for hospitalization or emergency room treatment. Support for this belief comes from a study I reviewed elsewhere on this website. I have been critical of how some of the findings were interpreted in this study, however.
Why the high incidence of severe dog bite injury in Lake County, California?
Particularly noteworthy was the remarkable difference in hospitalization rates between different counties in California. For example, the rate of hospitalization per person caused by dog bite injury was 1/100,00 in Sara Clara County and this compares with the markedly higher rate of 7/100,000 in Lake County. How can these differences be explained?
One explanation is that Lake County, California is a rural, agricultural area. Population density is low. And in rural areas there's a tendency for dog owners to disregard leash laws. And some (but not all) dogs that run free in groups pose a danger to public safety and these unrestrained and free-ranging dogs often form large packs thereby exacerbating the danger that a group of unrestrained dogs poses to people. Hence, dog bite likelihood increases markedly in some dog groups because of "pack mentality".
Another explanation may be tied to the socioeconomic status of Lake County vs. Santa Clara County. Santa Clara County is an economically vibrant part of California. It is home to the high-tech industry (Silicon Valley). In contrast, Lake County (about 100 miles northwest of Sacramento) is the most economically depressed and poorest county in California. It has no major industry except tourism and some grape, wine and pear production. The rate of unemployment is high. These factors suppress the socioeconomics of the area. Studies have shown that the rate of dog bite injury is substantially higher in areas of low socioeconomic status.
In addition, I have been told by local residents that a disproportionately large number of ex-convicts are sent to live in Lake County. Apparently, the California penal system paroles their inmates to this part of California. I bring this to light because studies show a significant correlation between ownership of so-called "dangerous" breeds by individuals with criminal records. Hence, it would come as no surprise to find a large number of unrestrained, "dangerous-type" dogs – possibly used for protection – living in the area.
Coupled with the above, Lake County may be a haven for marijuana growers. The town of Clearlake has expressed concern about the illegal growing of marijuana. Given this, reasonable speculation would be that Lake County contains more illegal marijuana farms (or perhaps home-based drug laboratories) when compared with urban, wealthy Santa Clara County. And those who maintain clandestine marijuana farms often use "dangerous" dog breeds to protect the crops. It is believed that the Mexican Mafia utilizes extremely vicious pit bulls x mastiff crosses in this capacity. Granted, the above may be speculative, but I bring this to the attention of the reader because it helps shed light on differences between counties in dog bite statistics recently reported by the California Department of Public Health.


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Home Gossip News Boko Haram is Out to Destroy Islam – Sultan
Boko Haram is Out to Destroy Islam – Sultan
The leader of the Muslims in Nigeria, Alhaji Sa'ad Abubakar III has said the Boko Haram sect was out to destroy Islam in the country.
Abubakar, who is also the Sultan of Sokoto and president general, Nigeria Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs (NSCIA) made this known on Monday night, July 13, during a Ramadan dinner he hosted for members of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Sokoto state chapter.
He denied claims that the dreaded sect was carrying out their violent activities for the sake of Islam, saying they were against the religion of Islam since it means peace, Leadership reports.
Abubakar said: "The Boko Haram people, their ideology as well as their activities are not Islamic in any way and they are not aimed at strengthening Islam, but rather to destroy it. We as Islamic leaders must, therefore, condole with the families of all those who are victims of Boko Haram's senseless activities. We are also consoling Nigerians over the senseless killings of innocent people in the past one week in Kano, Borno, Yobe, Plateau and Zaria, among others. And I am calling on all our elected leaders to urgently do something about this menace so that Nigerians can go back to their normal lives in a country which is free."
According to the Sultan, the Muslim leaders were worried that the sect was going against the religion.
He therefore called on the insurgents to have a rethink and comprehend the true meaning of Islam, saying there is no compulsion in religion and nobody can Islamise Nigerians.
The Sultan urged elected leaders to act speedily towards curbing the Boko Haram menace, while advising Nigerians to complement government's efforts towards ending the menace of the insurgents.
He added that he would continue to work for sustenance of religious harmony in Nigeria.
The Nigerian government has been trying everything possible to curb this menace called Boko Haram. In recent times, the sect has renewed its attacks and has been bombing different places on a daily basis.
On July 13, a suicide bomber suspected to be Boko Haram member attacked the main checkpoint on the suburbs of Maiduguri, the Borno state capital.
That same day, the insurgents carried out another attack in Monguno local government area, shooting locals and slitting their throats.


Posts: 916 Very nice Jason. Thanks for posting. Cool to see some West Coast Epeorus!
Lovely stream and photos. What was that black elongated mass in the bottom of the pool in picture #4?
I assume wild rainbows and maybe some cutthroat? Any steelhead?


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Indian Statistical Institute (ISI), Kolkata is inviting applications for the recruitment of one (01) Project linked person purely on temporary basis to work full time in the interdisciplinary research project titled "Spatial modelling of Arsenic contamination data from West Bengal and Bangladesh" jointly at Interdisciplinary Statistical Research Unit and Geological Studies Unit of the Institute, Kolkata.
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It didn't take long for Sandra McPhee and her husband, James, to feel at home in Thornburg.
The couple moved to the area almost 10 years ago when they purchased 533 Hamilton Road, a spot-on Arts and Crafts bungalow in Thornburg's historic district. Shortly after, they had a visit from a local historian, who shared some of the home's past with them.
"Our home was one of the first groups of older houses built here," McPhee says of the bungalow, which was built in 1907. "It's one of the nice things that happens here. We have a beautiful front porch. People walk by, they would greet us and introduce themselves."
The porch is simply spectacular, with original robust stone columns, open beams and plank millwork. A swing and generous porch furniture help to make it a comfortable destination.
McPhee and her husband recall being equally impressed with the home's interior when they entered it for the first time.
"We walked in the door and the rooms were sun-filled with big windows," McPhee says. "We really liked that."
The couple is now downsizing from the five-bedroom, two full-bathroom and two half-bathroom home. It is listed for $450,000 (MLS#1523041, Meg Alarcon, Howard Hanna Real Estate, howardhanna.com) and is under agreement.
To the left of the home's entry is a 9-foot-tall, original pocket door with prairie-styling that features small windowpane details and leads to the 22-by-18 square-foot living room. Cobalt blue tiles surround a large fireplace with a gas insert.
The original hardwood oak floors, beams and woodwork are all intact, and another pair of pocket doors leads to the 16-by-11 square-foot dining room, which is where the need for new lighting set the couple on their initial design journey.
"We started looking at all of the different arms of the Arts and Crafts movement," McPhee says. "The dining room light was the impetus of changing the color palette in the house."
The couple took time to read about Roycroft, a reformist community of craft workers and artists that formed part of the Arts and Crafts movement, and used their research to determine which lighting and colors to use in the home.
They painted the living room a warm gray and installed a Mission-style chandelier in the dining room. In the kitchen, a black-and-white checkerboard floor plays nicely against walnut butcher block counters. Above the cooking range is a handcrafted Motawi art tile backsplash. At the far end of the kitchen, a tall café table sits neatly under Mission-style wall sconces. High-end appliances and simple shaker-style cabinets round out the design scheme.
Nearby, a 15-by-12 square-foot sunroom with golden yellow walls and banks of windows has served many purposes.
"We used it as a breakfast room, a craft room, a sunroom," McPhee recalls. "Currently, it's a good game room. You can sit and watch the birds and butterflies."
Upstairs, each of the five bedrooms has lovely features. The primary bedroom is a spacious 19-by-17 square feet. Painted a fresh green, it also has a decorative fireplace.
In the complementary bathroom across the hall, smart sliding barn doors save on space, while heated floors, mission-style vanities and a large/tub shower combo add luxury. More prairie window details let in the light.
The four other bedrooms include a large 22-by-12 square-foot retreat on the third floor. On the second floor is a pair of large bedrooms and a quaint 11-by-19 square-foot bedroom currently being used as an office. Another full bathroom has blue jacquard wallcovering previous owners added.
"It is so beautiful, we didn't want to change it," McPhee says. "We added subway tiles and changed out the decorative tiles."
The outdoors space, which includes a patio, has also undergone a transformation. An avid gardener, McPhee had a rock garden installed and added a plethora of Creeping Phlox and daffodils.
"We can hear the kids play ball in the summer," she says. "My husband and I both played softball and baseball when we were younger and we really enjoy hearing those sounds."
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About: Thornburg (thornburgboro.org)
Population: 455
Planes, Trains & Automobiles: A 20-minute commute to the airport. Some street parking.
Schools: Montour School District (montourschools.com)
Neighborhood: A true bedroom community in every sense of the word, Thornburg was founded in 1899 when two cousins, Frank and David Thornburg, formed a company to develop 250 acres into a suburban community. Today, Chartiers Country Club and the original school house/community center are hubs of activity for the neighborhood. A vibrant community life and proximity to shopping at Settlers Ridge and Robinson Town Center add to the convenience.
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Ржавая воротниковая акула () — вид рода воротниковых акул одноимённого семейства отряда воббегонгообразных. Обитает в восточной части Индийского океана на глубине до 150 м. Максимальный зарегистрированный размер 80 см. Размножается яйцеживорождением. Не является объектом коммерческого промысла.

Таксономия
Впервые вид научно описан в 1911 году. Голотип представляет особь длиной 53 см, пойманную у побережья Виктории, Австралия (38° ю.ш. 49° в.д.). Видовой эпитет происходит от слова — «ржавый».

Ареал
Ржавые воротниковые акулы обитают в восточной части Индийского океана. Они являются эндемиками южного побережья Австралии (Южная Австралия, Тасмания, Виктория, Западная Австралия). Они встречаются в умеренных водах по краю континентального шельфа на глубине от 5 до 150.

Описание
У ржавых воротниковых акул тонкое удлинённое тело и короткое рыло. Основание первого спинного плавника расположено позади свободного кончика брюшных плавников. Рот расположен перед глазами, имеются узкие назальные борозды, ноздри окружены складками. Щелевидные глаза вытянуты по горизонтали. Позади глаз имеются крошечные брызгальца. Спинные плавники одинакового размера, шипы у их основания отсутствуют. Грудные плавники среднего размера, закруглённые. Анальный плавник меньше второго спинного плавника. Его основание расположено перед основанием второго спинного плавника. Хвостовой плавник асимметричный, у края верхней лопасти имеется вентральная выемка. Нижняя лопасть отсутствует. Вокруг жаберной зоны имеется слабо выраженное «ожерелье». Тело, хвост и хвостовой плавник покрывают 6 седловидных тусклых отметин. Кроме того, по телу и плавникам, за исключением грудных, разбросаны крупные тёмные пятна. Плавники, за исключением грудных, покрывают крупные тёмные пятна. Основная окраска серо-коричневого цвета.

Биология
Ржавые воротниковые акулы размножаются яйцеживорождением. Рацион состоит из донных ракообразных и моллюсков. Эти акулы ведут ночной образ жизни, а днём прячутся в укрытиях.

Взаимодействие с человеком
Ржавые воротниковые акулы не являются объектом коммерческого промысла. В качестве прилова попадают в донные тралы. Международный союз охраны природы присвоил этому виду статус сохранности «Вызывающий наименьшие опасения».

Ссылки

Воббегонгообразные
Рыбы Индийского океана
Животные, описанные в 1911 году

Примечания

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Any Other Business: Part XLVI
Filed under: Talking Music,Talking Politics,Talking Television — Fergal Casey @ 4:00 pm
Tags: 1960s Batman, Batman, Bossa Nova, Catwoman, Channel 4, Courage!, COVID-19, Creedence Clearwater Revival, Dan Rather, Doolittle, Dr Ann MacGregor, Evan Rytlewski, Fear of Music, Irwin Allen, Land of the Giants, Led Zeppelin, Lee Meriwether, Leo Varadkar, Little Creatures, Lockdown, Nirvana, Pet Sounds, Pixies, REM, Remain in Light, Sky One, Social distancing, Speaking in Tongues, St Patrick's Day, Status Red, Stephen Errity, Surfer Rosa, Talking Heads, The Avengers, The Beach Boys, The Beatles, The coronavirus, The Doors, The Horror Channel, The Invaders, The Kinks, The Man from UNCLE, The Strokes, The Strokes Test, The Time Tunnel, The Who, Trompe le Monde, U2, Voyage to the Bottom of the Sea, Winston Churchill
As the title suggests, so forth.
Just in the nick of time!
I almost didn't notice it but the Horror Channel are re-running The Time Tunnel from the very beginning in their Sci-Fi Zone. I for one shall be tuning in at 12pm tomorrow for a triple bill. Irwin Allen's 1960s shows were re-run in the late 1980s and early 1990s on Channel 4 and Sky One and I have very fond memories of Voyage to the Bottom of the Sea, Land of the Giants, and The Time Tunnel. Having been highly impressed in the last few years by re-runs of The Avengers, The Man From UNCLE, and The Invaders I'll be interested to see how this stands up. In particular when I was originally watching the show I was totally unaware that Lee Meriwether, who played scientist Dr Ann MacGregor, was Catwoman in the 1966 Batman movie. And if you think a triple-bill on a Saturday afternoon is overdoing it then I merely say you can't excuse yourself on the basis that you possibly have anything else to do at this particular moment in time.
Who fears to take The Strokes Test?
Back in January Stephen Errity sent me on Evan Rytlewski's provocative tweet (https://twitter.com/Evanryt/status/1215008355149856768) about what he called The Strokes Test: Would people still care about this band if their best album did not exist? It is meant to knock out The Strokes but it also gravely endangers Nirvana, because of their tragically truncated discography. Pixies survive the test because if you get into an argument over whether Surfer Rosa or Doolittle should go then you are still left with either Surfer Rosa or Dootlittle to place beside Bossa Nova and Trompe le Monde. Talking Heads survive the test in style because if you get into a spat over Fear of Music, Remain in Light, Speaking in Tongues, or Little Creatures as their best album you are still left with three great albums and several more to boot. A similar embarrassment of riches occurs for the Beatles, the Doors, Led Zeppelin, U2 and REM. But, and here's a nagging thought, what about the Beach Boys? Absent Pet Sounds from their discography and what remains? And once you dwell on that you realise you could say the same for Creedence Clearwater Revival, the Kinks and the Who. Any band with a number of great songs that never truly perfected the art of making essential albums is imperilled by the test.
And normal service has been resumed…
We are a week into the social distancing shuttering of the country and yet the government won't admit what we all know – a more perfect lockdown is coming. The universities have abandoned the 2019/20 academic year; it's over, classes, exams, something something online, don't bother coming back to campus, have a good summer, see you in the autumn, maybe. The schools patently will be told to stay out until the Easter holidays begin, and then, sure why not take off all of April, and well, you know, May is kind of freewheeling into the end of the year anyway so who really needs it. Yet officially everything is still just on the mother of all pauses until March 29th. Are we supposed to take that seriously? Are we meant to believe all pubs and cinemas, cafes and theatres will re-open on that day and we all breathe a sigh of relief that we shut down that pesky coronavirus good? How does it help to keep the citizens of the country engaged in an idiotic guessing game? When will the actual status red lockdown begin? March 30th? April 1st? What is the point of Leo Varadkar embarrassing himself and us by going on national television on St Patrick's Day to plagiarise Winston Churchill? You do not become a statesman for our time by appropriating a resonant phrase from a statesman from another state at another time anymore than I would become Dan Rather by ending all these posts with the single word – Courage. Yet Varadkar decided to tell us what we already knew about the coronavirus, fail to elaborate on economic aids for people thrown out of work, and did not announce a lockdown – which one would have thought the only reason for such a state of the nation address. Instead he told us the Emergency was 'likely' to continue past March 29th. Good to know.
Arcade Fire & Pixies at Marlay Park
Filed under: Talking Music — Fergal Casey @ 2:19 pm
Tags: Afterlife, Arcade Fire, Bagboy, Black Francis, Bossanova, Dave Lovering, Debaser, Doolittle, Fight Club, Frank, Frank Black, Funeral, Glastonbury, Gouge Away, Greens and Blues, Haiti, Here Comes the Night Time, Here Comes Your Man, Indie Cindy, Intervention, Isla de Encanta, It's Never Over (Oh Orpheus), Joey Santiago, Kim Deal, Magdalena 318, Marlay Park, Michael Fassbender, Miley Cyrus, Month of May, Neighbourhood #3 (Power Out), Neon Bible, Nimrod's Son, No Cars Go, Nothing Compares 2 U, Pixies, Ready to Start, Rebellion (Lies), Red Hot Chili Peppers, Reflektor, Regine Chassagne, Rock Music, Rococo, Sinead O'Connor, Sprawl II (Mountains Beyond Mountains), Surfer Rosa, Tame, The Suburbs, Trompe le Monde, U2, Velouria, Wake Up, Wave of Mutilation, We Exist, Where is My Mind?, Where the Streets Have No Name, Win Butler
Arcade Fire arrived at Marlay Park on the back of triumphantly headlining Glastonbury, with super-support from Pixies touring their first new album in 23 years.
Pixies' new album Indie Cindy, culled from various EPs over the last while, is very reminiscent of 1990's Bossanova; with elements of 1991's Trompe le Monde. Their deafeningly loud 22 song set included new songs 'Bagboy', 'Magdalena 318', 'Indie Cindy', and 'Greens and Blues' interspersed with the old classics, and the old songs fitted in perfectly. The latest Kim Deal substitute was adept as a bassist but less so vocally in a Doolittle and Surfer Rosa heavy-set, but Dave Lovering and Joey Santiago were obviously having fun. Lovering in particular hammed up his rendition of 'La La Love You', even though the crowd started applauding before he'd actually finished… And therein lay the explanation for Frank Black's distant mood. This was far from the adulatory reception Pixies received when supporting Red Hot Chili Peppers in 2004. A blisteringly raucous finale saw Pixies run together 'Rock Music', 'Isla de Encanta', and 'Tame', before 'Debaser' was abandoned because Black's guitar had broken and he chose to take it as a sign. Truthfully the sign had come earlier when the moshpit went crazy for 'Here Comes Your Man' – this nearly 50 minutes in, and after 'Wave of Mutilation', 'Gouge Away', 'Velouria', and 'Nimrod's Son' had been played without any such reaction. When the crowd at the front then went wild again a few songs later for 'Where is My Mind?' you could almost see Fassbender's despairing lines as cult musician Frank run across Black's face: "They do not know and love us? They do not know us…" This was a crowd of face-painted teenagers there for Arcade Fire, and all the Pixies they knew was thru Fight Club's finale and their only song approved for daytime radio. This cast a slight pall over the end of the set, and, almost as if the gods had been angered, the sunny weather was replaced by a cold wind.Win Butler seemed ashamed on his fans' behalf, and later played the intro of 'Where is My Mind?' while stressing the seminal nature of Pixies – 'you really ought to know who they are' was the clear subtext…
The stage at Marlay has changed position a lot over the years and now the audience looks past it to the mountains, the perfect backdrop really for a band with a song called 'Sprawl II (Mountains Beyond Mountains)'. Arcade Fire took to the stage at 8:30 in order to play for over two hours, although they first had to boot off their bobble-head band which had started playing 'Where the Streets Have No Name'. Impressively the costumes used at Glastonbury were discarded for all new outfits, with Win Butler sporting a white suit with red birds adorning the jacket. After staggeringly tossing aside the totemic 'Rebellion (Lies)' as the second song sandwiched between two new tracks, they settled comfortably into The Suburbs; with 'Rococo', 'Month of May', 'The Suburbs', and 'Ready to Start' in succession. After some moody Funeral hits the already energised crowd were set dancing with 'Intervention', 'We Exist', 'No Cars Go', 'Haiti', 'Reflektor' and 'It's Never Over (Oh Orpheus)' one after another. And it was very noticeable just how much dancing there was going on in the crowd. Some of this may be because the gig didn't sell out (Recession, y'all), so people had space to really go for it; but most of it was surely because of the sheer energy of the small army of musicians bouncing around and effortlessly switching instruments onstage. And offstage, with dancers throwing shapes on a platform in the crowd for 'We Exist', and Regine Chassagne being menaced by dancing skeletons for 'Oh Orpheus' on the same platform. And then the band left to allow a bobble-head Pope to rip up a photo of Miley Cyrus while standing beside a TV-screen-head man playing Sinead O'Connor's 'Nothing Compares 2 U'. Arcade Fire returned, heralded by their mirror-ball man speaking Irish, for an encore of 'Afterlife', 'Neighbourhood #3 (Power Out)', 'Here Comes the Night Time', and 'Wake Up'. And after exploding a vast shower of confetti over the crowd there really could be no second encore after that closer… It was a really good gig, but I wasn't as blown away by it as other people were because I don't think Reflektor stands up to their previous work. I've been listening to Neon Bible and really enjoying it recently, and it has almost completely fallen out of their set-list. They played 7 songs from Reflektor, and I think by their next tour only 'Reflektor', 'Afterlife', 'It's Never Over (Oh Orpheus)' will still be played. But that's three new songs U2 would kill for.
I seem to be cursed to see huge bands when they're touring weak albums, but this will still surely be a strong contender for feel-good gig of the summer.


The Soviet-led military intervention in August 1968 caused an uproar throughout the world. In actual fact, it resulted in a split in the communist movement and principally discredited the ideas of communism. Public rallies in support of the Prague Spring prodemocracy movement were held in many big cities in the world, and the invasion of Czechoslovakia was discussed by the UN Security Council. Helped by the old-new leadership of the Communist Party of Czechoslovakia, the Kremlin eventually succeeded in pacifying the opposition of most Czechoslovak citizens only in the early 1970s. The Soviet occupation troops stayed on in the country for 22 years, leaving for good in June 1991.
The Prague Spring and its violent suppression also had a great impact on the countries whose troops were directly involved in the invasion. Archive documents and recollections of eyewitnesses illustrate many different forms of active resistance. These were strongest in the German Democratic Republic and Poland, where hundreds of protest rallies, distribution of leaflets or writing of slogans in public spaces were recorded. There were individuals in all the member countries of the "Warsaw Five" who openly showed their flat refusal of the invasion. Many of them did not hesitate to sacrifice their own freedom and risk imprisonment, forced "treatment" in psychiatric clinics, banishment or exile. Ryszard Siwiec and Sándor Bauer – just like Czech student Jan Palach – made the ultimate sacrifice - laid down their own lives. Opposition to the August 1968 occupation brought many people into the ranks of dissent and resistance to their communist regimes, and set them on the road of co-operation among dissident groups in the Eastern bloc.


Ricky Martin Net Worth - How Affluent Is Ricky Martin?
Ricky Martin Net Worth – How Much Is Ricky Martin Worth?
Ricky Martin net worth stands at 60 million dollars today. He is a popular singer of the Latin origin. He is among the richest celebrities from the region, in the entertainment industry. While many people know him as a singer, he is also an author and an actor too. Although these two have contributed to his massive net worth too, he has gained most of his wealth as a Latin singer. Just how has Ricky Martin made his money?
Ricky was born in 1971, in Puerto Rico. He gained prominence in the music industry, back in 1984, when he joined Menudo, a music band, which started. He was a talented singer even at an early age. He remained in the group for five years and then began to perform as a solo singer. This worked best for him since it earned much revenue and placed him on the international arena.
In 1991, Ricky Martin debut album came. It comprised of Spanish songs. Some more Spanish albums followed this. He came to release his first English album, much later. The album was called "Ricky Martin", which was the same name; he had given to his first Spanish album. This album had many hit singles such as "Vivin La Vida Loca". The song gained him popularity globally and augmented his net worth significantly. He sold 17 million copies of the album and it garnered positive evaluations. Besides, he was dubbed as the Spanish songs performer.
Other albums included "A Medio Vivir", "Sound Loaded", "Vuelve" and "She Bangs". In 2008, he released a compilation album, which he named "Ricky Martin 17". The sales of the aforementioned albums increased his net worth tremendously. Ricky has been very successful in music, sometimes he is compared with the likes of Enrique Iglesias and Alejandro Sanz.
About his personal life, in 2010, he announced to be homosexual and from his own words, he had not regrets whatsoever. Another thing you should know about Ricky is that he loves surfing and skydiving in India. In addition, even if he was brought up as a catholic, he enjoys yoga and Ricky has been reported saying that he embraces all religions. You may be wondering why he likes to sing in Spanish. This is because he has Spanish citizenship.
There you have it – the net worth Ricky Martin.