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Is the metaverse payments' next frontier?
Joe Baker
Growing numbers of traditional payment companies are entering the metaverse, but what potential does this emerging space present for the industry?
Joe Baker visits JP Morgan's Onyx Lounge in the metaverse.
At the end of May, Worldline became the latest payments company to enter the metaverse – the umbrella term referring to persistent, immersive and fully online worlds where people can interact, buy digital goods and land, and engage in virtual experiences.
The metaverse isn't an entirely new concept. For years, online video games such as Fortnite and Roblox have allowed users to enter online persistent worlds that enable transactions for digital goods and services. However, if metaverse supporters are to be believed, it could eventually grow to become a global hub for trade and ecommerce, making it a potentially lucrative market for payment players.
It's important to stress that the aspirational version of the metaverse – painted by companies such as Meta – is still more concept than reality, which makes it hard to do more than speculate about what it will mean for payments. That said, the hype surrounding non-fungible tokens (NFT) and the anticipated demand for transactions in the metaverse has already led several payment companies to launch metaverse-related projects, suggesting that there is at least the potential for this to become a key area.
Graphic: Key details of metaverse projects by traditional payment companies
How will metaverse payments work?
Graphic: Examples of ongoing metaverse projects and linked cryptocurrencies
The importance of blockchain for metaverse
How are payment companies entering the metaverse?
Worldline's approach to the metaverse
Potential challenges for metaverse payments
Just like in the real world, buying and selling virtual goods requires payment rails. The question for payments companies is whether the rails in these aspirational metaverses of the future will be more around fiat and legacy rails such as card networks, or if they will revolve around cryptocurrency transactions stored on the blockchain. That's because the metaverse has often been described as the embodiment of Web3 – a new iteration of the internet based on blockchain technology.
Many previous online worlds, such as the aforementioned Fortnite and Roblox, use their own in-game currency that can be bought with either fiat or crypto. Other more recent metaverse projects, such as Decentraland, NFT Worlds and The Sandbox, focus on cryptocurrencies with blockchain as their main payment rail.
Taking a closer look at one of these examples, Decentraland is based on the Ethereum blockchain, and allows users to buy plots of lands as NFTs using the metaverse's native cryptocurrency MANA. In order to make the payment, users need to buy MANA via an exchange and store it in a browser-based wallet such as MetaMask. Other examples of metaverse coins include ApeCoin (for the Otherside metaverse) SAND (The Sandbox) and HIGH (Highstreet).
The importance of blockchain for the metaverse
Some argue that the metaverse will need blockchain to reach its full potential, not just for transaction security but also for authenticity.
The idea is that NFTs will bestow ownership on digital goods, which could otherwise be copied or stolen. They authenticate the transaction of an asset, such as a virtual artwork, from one person to another in the metaverse. Some argue that NFTs will bridge the gap between the physical and virtual world, as they would be needed to authenticate transactions in the metaverse that could then have real-world consequences (e.g. buying an item or service online that can be redeemed for something else in the real world).
It's also about interoperability. The argument goes that in the future (like now) there won't be just one metaverse platform but several, all forming a large open ecosystem that can be traversed, like moving from one web page to another on a browser. Commentators say this would only work if users have a single wallet for storing currency that they can use to purchase digital goods, and take those with them across metaverses.
On the other hand, it should be noted that it's still uncertain whether blockchains will be the backbone of all upcoming metaverse projects, and if they will be interoperable. For example, following the collapse of its project to launch a cryptocurrency, Meta was allegedly exploring the creation of 'Zuck Bucks', a form of centralised payment system that sounds essentially similar to in-game currencies and so may not need a blockchain.
Another uncertainty is the extent to which merchants that want to sell real-life services via the metaverse will need payments to be made in crypto, and how easy it will be to convert fiat to crypto to facilitate more seamless payments.
How are payments companies entering the metaverse?
If the fully realised metaverse of the future does rely on blockchain technology, crypto payment processors such as Coinbase and Bitpay could benefit from increased transactions made to merchants using cryptocurrencies. For other payment companies, the potential might be in supporting the adoption and on-ramping of cryptocurrencies, so that fiat can be exchanged for crypto seamlessly for use in the metaverse.
See checkout platform Pockyt, which says it wants to add a crypto ramp to its integration, allowing consumers to pay in fiat for digital assets in the metaverse from merchants. PayPal has recently launched its super app that allows users to buy, sell and hold crypto, and has also revealed it is exploring creating its own stablecoin. And Stripe is now helping crypto exchanges to process fiat-to-crypto payments through a single API.
Some of the moves made by payment companies suggest that they do see a financial opportunity in the metaverse, and are futureproofing their services accordingly. Mastercard and American Express have filed trademark applications to use their names, logos and slogans across a variety of banking services, such as processing virtual card transactions in the metaverse and powering NFT marketplaces. This June, Mastercard announced it is working with NFT marketplaces, including Immutable X, Candy Digital and the Sandbox, to allow people to use Mastercard for NFT purchases. It mentioned "metaverse platforms" as one of the beneficiaries of the growing NFT space.
Visa is also investing in the metaverse, seemingly to cash in on hype from interested businesses. Since buying the 'CryptoPunk' NFT-based digital avatar in 2021, the company has since launched an NFT creator programme to support small businesses, and has also begun advising financial institutions on metaverse strategy.
Meanwhile, some payments companies and banks are snapping up real estate in the metaverse with the expectation that their customers will eventually enter these worlds, creating a market for them to promote and conduct financial services. Worldline has opened its own Metaverse showroom in Decentraland, including social spaces for staff and its merchants, and a 'merchant of the month area'. According to the company, the showroom allows end consumers to purchase goods and services with or without owning cryptocurrencies themselves.
Similarly, HSBC, Standard Chartered and JPMorgan have built virtual spaces inside metaverses to create networking spaces that appeal to tech-savvy audiences, but also with the suggestion that they will eventually provide their banking services from the metaverse. UK-based cross-border transfer startup Sokin wants to go a step further, setting up an ecommerce-focused online world where consumers can explore 3D retail outlets and make purchases via a mobile app.
However, it should be noted that a lack of traditional navigation in the metaverse still poses a challenge. In researching this piece, for example, we spent considerable time searching for Worldline's location in Decentraland, and ultimately had to ask the company for coordinates.
We caught up with Guillaume Lefebvre, R&D Manager at Worldline, at Money20/20 Europe to find out more about how the company views the metaverse and why it has chosen to launch projects in the space.
Primarily, he said, the company was exploring the metaverse because every aspect of it, from virtual reality (VR) to games and NFTs to augmented reality (AR), involved transactions, and therefore there was significant potential for the payments space. However, he stressed that the industry was still relatively nascent.
"Today everything is metaverse, but we don't know what the future of the metaverse is," he said.
In addition to its Decentraland project, Worldline also has a Meta project, where it is demoing use of VR metaverse experiences for customer meetings.
At present, Lefebvre sees key challenges to solve for payments. The company is developing solutions to enable customers to pay without leaving metaverse spaces, which is currently a key source of friction. This includes those in AR and VR, and involves the use of identify verification based on biometrics, including controllers.
However, he also sees crypto as key to many payments in the metaverse, and said that there still needed to be more done to make the use of wallets that can hold both cryptocurrencies and NFTs more accessable.
Beyond this, he said that reducing the carbon footprint of metaverse projects was vital.
While the company's research in the space is still fairly new, it has seen interest from a wide range of companies, including merchants, insurance companies and banks.
Worldline's view of the range of products and platforms that make up the metaverse, on show at Money20/20 Europe.
Questions remain about the future of payments in the metaverse. One of the biggest is about whether the concept will actually meet the high expectations many companies have set for it.
Sceptics argue that the metaverse won't produce killer apps that make them sticky for consumers and businesses in the long run. The worlds being depicted in popular science fiction (such as the Oasis in Ernest Cline's Ready Player One) are years away from becoming reality, as the technology just isn't there yet. There's certainly enough excitement about the metaverse's potential to spark sector-wide interest, but a failure to meet this potential could mean a wasted investment for payments companies.
If metaverse projects are crypto-native and require the use of crypto wallets, will consumers be inclined to make payments in the metaverse? Worldline said its customers in the metaverse wouldn't need to use cryptocurrency, enabling a more 'seamless' experience – but if crypto is required to fully access the benefits of the virtual world, this could be a barrier to entry for some.
Furthermore, even if there are already many metaverse platforms, one platform could end up monopolising the metaverse (similar to how Apple now has huge power over app developers in the mobile space). If that happens, will the leading metaverse insist on the use of its own coin across all goods and services? If so, that could be bad news for payment companies who invest time and money into a losing platform.
Crucially, there's still no clear definition for what the metaverse is, how it will work and whether it will meet its potential. That being said, with major businesses and ecommerce giants continuing to test the waters, it's a good idea to stay abreast of the metaverse as it evolves.
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Joe is a Senior Copywriter at FXC Intelligence, writing and editing reports, news and analysis to support the company's weekly content and client projects. Before joining FXC Intelligence, he worked as a B2B copywriter, journalist and editor covering a broad range of topics, including technology, transport, retail and the food and beverage industries. He has a BA in Philosophy from the University of Warwick.


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Long-term care insurance is a vital part of a financial plan, especially for retirement. If you decide to purchase a policy, here are five common mistakes that you need to avoid as you shop around.
The ideal time to buy long-term care insurance is during your 50s even if you're most likely to make claims during your 70s or 80s, because buying early gives you access to more affordable rates. It also raises your chances of qualifying because of good health.
Rates of long-term care insurance greatly vary by an applicant's age. Experts say that carriers raise premiums simply because of how old an applicant is. In fact, each year that those in their 50s wait to apply can correspond to a 3 to 4 percent increase in premiums.
Though inflation protection adds up to the cost of your policy, it's important to incorporate it in your coverage. This feature grows your benefits each year, so that it can keep up with the rising cost of care services. Failing to protect your benefits from inflation can result to out of pocket payments in the future.
Insurance companies offer different levels of inflation protection to suit every need. You can choose based on your age and how much risk you're willing to take.
There are factors that you need to consider when buying long-term care insurance, and affordability is one of them. However, you shouldn't base your decision on the price alone. You should also look into how reliable the insurance company is. Make it a point to purchase from a company who has the financial strength to stay in business and pay your future claims.
You can check an insurance company's performance through the ratings of independent organizations such as Moody's, Standard and Poor's, and A.M. Best.
Long-term care insurance is one of the most significant purchases you'll make, and you should take time in shopping around. Aside from comparing rates, make it a point to look into other products that offer long-term care coverage such as life insurance and annuities that offer benefits for qualified care expenses.
Traditional long-term care insurance and hybrid policies both have their advantages and disadvantages. Most hybrid policies are appealing because they offer the flexibility that traditional long-term care insurance doesn't. They are designed to offer long-term care benefits if you need them and benefits if you don't. However, coverage from combo policies may not be as comprehensive as what a traditional policy offers. That's why you need to evaluate your needs and determine which makes more sense for you.
It's important to know what you're buying. You need to read and understand what's written on the policy to avoid conflicts during claim time. Before you buy, it's important that you familiarize yourself with insurance terms and how the key features work.
Insurance language can be hard to comprehend, but don't fret. Your insurance agent is responsible to explain the policy to you, and you can always contact them for clarification. Meanwhile, you can seek the assistance of another financial professional to help you in understanding what's actually included in the policy that you're eyeing to buy.


Analytical Services Inc. announced that Dan Lambert has been named vice president of advanced technologies. Lambert brings more than 16 years experience in information technology and systems and software engineering.
Before joining ASI, Lambert served as director of information engineering for L-3 Communications, where he managed a diverse team of engineering professionals operating primarily in the systems integration, software development, and information and physical security domains. He also served as deputy program manager on the Missile Defense Agency's Missile Defense Data Center contract.
Lambert served in the U.S. Marine Corps. He holds bachelor's and master's degrees in engineering from the University of Alabama in Huntsville and a Master of Business Administration from the University of Alabama.


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Australia Plays Catch Up With E-Waste Recycling Law
Archive, News by SmartHouse Admin March 24, 2011 June 16, 2017 Share
Australian TV and computer industries have welcomed the introduction of a new Bill, that if passed into law, will force companies to fund a national recycling service for electronic waste.
In the UK and Europe, appliance retailers are legally required to reclaim electronic goods from customers at the end of their life, but such legislation has not made its way to Australian shores as yet.
Less than 20% of businesses offer this option to customers in Australia, and many consumers simply don't know what to do with them when it comes to replacing consumer electronic goods.
Figures from the Australian Bureau of Statistics show e-Waste is growing faster than any other waste stream.
A report by Hyder Consulting and PriceWaterhouse Coopers found that 32 million new televisions and computer products were sold in 2008, and16.8 million televisions, computers and other computer products reached the end of their lifecycle by the end of that year, with 88 percent ending up in landfill sites.
The Product Stewardship Bill, introduced to Federal Parliament yesterday will enforce manufacturers, suppliers and importers of information technology equipment and TVs to deliver a permanent e-waste recycling service to the community.
TV and Computer companies have been lobbying the government on the plans for several years, with the Australian Information Industry Association (AIIA), the nation's peak body on ICT matters, saying the scheme will require nationwide participation and funding.
To date, both the Product Stewardship Association (PSA) and AIIA have played a critical role in working collaboratively with Government on the logistics and operational aspects of e-waste recycling in Australia.
Ian Birks, CEO of the AIIA, said: "The AIIA and its Environmental Special Interest Group are very pleased to see the Federal Government act on such an important environmental issue. Our members have been especially pro-active in developing computer recycling solutions through the ByteBack program currently in operation in Victoria" said Ian Birks, CEO of the AIIA.
John Gertsakis, the Executive Director of PSA, also welcomed the Bill's introduction. "PSA has been a strong supporter of legislation which balances Government intervention, measurable environmental outcomes and social demand. The importance of Government policies and regulations which meet community expectations but are also flexible and enable industry to operate efficiently, is paramount" said Gertsakis.
Both PSA and AIIA agree that much detail is yet to be finalised by Government, however ongoing and transparent discussions between industry and Government are considered essential if industry is to fund a national e-waste recycling scheme.
It is expected that collection services will be rolled out over a five year period.
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After her launch at Fremantle Harbour she was taken up the river to the Royal Freshwater Bay Yacht Club.
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Source: VCIB and PNLT
October 26, 2020 09:00 ET
VCIB and PNLT launch impact investment program to address Parkdale's housing crisis
$4 million in investments already committed for the acquisition of at-risk affordable rental housing in Parkdale, Toronto
Toronto, ON, Oct. 26, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Traditional Territories of multiple Indigenous Nations, including the Haudenosaunee and the Treaty Territory of the Mississaugas of the Credit/Toronto, ON – Vancity Community Investment Bank (VCIB), in partnership with Parkdale Neighbourhood Land Trust (PNLT), today announced a new financing solution to increase community access to affordable rental housing in Parkdale, Toronto. The first-of-its-kind Preserve and Protect Guarantee Program will support the Neighbourhood Land Trust (NLT) – PNLT's charitable arm – to rapidly acquire at-risk affordable rental buildings in Parkdale, helping to fill a gap in existing funding for the preservation of affordable housing.
"Affordable rentals provide crucial housing for our communities. Yet over the past decade, Parkdale has lost 28 rooming houses to gentrification and renoviction, displacing hundreds of renters – many of whom have now been pushed into homelessness – and disproportionately impacting BIPOC people and working class residents," said Joshua Barndt, Executive Director of Parkdale Neighbourhood Land Trust.
"The new Preserve and Protect Program is a solution to this problem as we fight for a just recovery," Joshua Barndt continued. "It will allow the Neighbourhood Land Trust to respond quickly to acquire at-risk properties that are put up for sale, protecting our supply of affordable rental housing and tackling Toronto's affordability crisis head-on."
To date, over $4 million has been committed from five investors, with the Atkinson, Metcalf, ECHO and Fairmount Foundations providing the anchor investments to kickstart the Preserve and Protect Program – and progress is already being made. The NLT is currently monitoring 59 at-risk rental properties in Parkdale, with the objective of protecting over 40 units of affordable rental housing in the first round of the program. This initiative builds on the success of the NLT's Rooming House Acquisition Pilot Project in 2019, which saw the preservation of a 15-unit building as permanently affordable housing and involved financing from VCIB.
"We're inspired to see impact investors across sectors coming together to support an innovative solution that addresses the affordability crisis and helps facilitate an inclusive recovery for all," said Jay-Ann Gilfoy, CEO of VCIB. "Following VCIB's support for PNLT's first acquisition in 2019, we're pleased to now be able to co-develop a program that allows them to replicate that success and secure as many homes as possible, as quickly as possible."
Colette Murphy, CEO of the Atkinson Foundation, said: "The Atkinson Foundation's commitment to the residents of Parkdale goes back four decades. In recent years, we've backed the efforts of the Parkdale Activity Recreation Centre and the Parkdale People's Economy project to enact their exciting vision for equitable local economic development that centres on residents' well being. As an anchor investor in the Preserve and Protect Program, we can see how our support for the Neighbourhood Land Trust and VCIB will preserve affordable rental housing in Parkdale in perpetuity. That's an outstanding return on investment!"
As Canada's first and only values-driven bank, VCIB is committed to driving positive social and environmental change within the communities in which it operates. The Preserve and Protect Guarantee Program signals the bank's ongoing commitment to use the tools of finance to create innovative, long-lasting solutions to address Toronto's housing crisis.
The Preserve & Protect Program remains open to additional investment, with a first close scheduled for December this year. Under the Program, VCIB will hold funds from investing organizations in a VCIB Impact GIC that will be used to guarantee a loan to the NLT for the acquisition of at-risk properties.
About Vancity Community Investment Bank (VCIB)
VCIB is an Ontario-based schedule 1 federally chartered bank and a subsidiary of Vancouver City Savings Credit Union (Vancity). As Canada's first values-driven bank, VCIB partners exclusively with organizations that drive social, economic, and environmental change. The bank is committed to connecting these visionary enterprises with financial solutions that allow them to create, grow, and foster change. VCIB's primary focus is lending for social purpose real estate (affordable housing, co-op housing, co-working spaces, green and heritage buildings), as well as meeting the needs of non-profit organizations, foundations, and social enterprises. For more information, visit vcib.ca, tweet us at @BankVancity and connect with us at Facebook.com/BankVancity.
About Parkdale Neighbourhood Land Trust
Parkdale Neighbourhood Land Trust (PNLT) is a community land trust in Parkdale led by a group of residents and organizations trying to protect the social, cultural and economic diversity of Parkdale by redefining how land is used and developed. The Neighbourhood Land Trust is the charitable arm of the PNLT. Through the community land trust model, PNLT and NLT will acquire land and use it to meet the needs of Parkdale by leasing it to non-profit charitable partners who can provide affordable housing, supportive housing and community economic development.
About Atkinson Foundation The Atkinson Foundation is a Canadian charitable foundation committed to social and economic justice. We are part of a global movement that believes income, wealth and democractic inequality are not inevitable. As a grantmaker, investor and advocate, we work alongside community organizers, workers, policy innovators and investors who are creating more decent work and a fair economy.
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Humans have long formed bonds with horses, but a new study may show the species is even more emotionally connected to us than we thought.
The study, performed by psychologists at the University of Sussex, found horses have the ability to distinguish between positive and negative human emotions. Researchers showed horses life-size images of humans either smiling or baring their teeth in anger. As they wrote in their findings in the journal Biology Letters, the horses were able to distinguish between the two, reacting to the angry photos by turning their heads to look at them with the left eye. As the Guardian explains, viewing something through the left eye allows it to be interpreted in the right hemisphere of the brain, where threatening stimuli are processed.
Sussex researchers had previously shown that horses have distinct facial expressions of their own that are not dissimilar to human expressions, including smiling and widening the eyes in fear.


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From Mayflower Families in Progress: Henry Samson for Four Generations (Plymouth: General Society of Mayflower Descendants, 1992).
HENRY SAMSON apparently bp. Henlow, Co. Bedford, England 15 Jan. 1603/04; d. Duxbury 24 Dec. 1684; son of James and Martha (Cooper) Samson.
He m. Plymouth 6 Feb. 1635/36 ANN PLUMMER. She predeceased him but was livng 24 Dec. 1668 (deed). The will of John Barnes dated 6 March 1667/68 names "my cozen the wife of Henery Samson."
Henry Samson came on the MAYFLOWER with Edward and ann Tilley who brought their "cousins" Henry Samson and Jumility Cooper.
Bradford wrote, early in 1651: "But the youth Henry Sampson is still living and is married and hath seven children."
In 1637 Henry Samson fought against Pequots.
Henry Samson was a Freeman before 7 March 1636'37, prob. in 1635. Henry Samson was in the 1643 list of Duxbury men able to bear arms. On 4 June 1661 Henry Samson was a Constable in Duxbury.
On 24 Dec. 1668, acknowledged same day, Henry Sampson of Duxborough sold a lot in Namasket to Edward Gray: wife Ann acknowledged deed.
On 20 May 1675 Henry Sampson of Duxborough, planter, deeded land to daughter Hannah Holmes, wife of Josiah Holmes, land given to him by the town of Duxbury.
The will of Henery Sampson of Duxburrow dated 24 Dec. 1684, sworn 5 March 1684/85, names sons: Stephen executor, John, James, Caleb; daus.: Elizabeth, wife of Roberd Sprout; Mary, wife of John Summers; Hannah, wife of Josias Holmes: Dorcas, wife of Thomas Bony; (unnamed) dau., wife of John Hanmore.
BIOGRAPHICAL SUMMARY: Henry Samson came as a young sixteen year old boy on the Mayflower, under the care of his aunt and uncle Edward and Ann (Cooper) Tilley. Henry Samson volunteered and fought in the Pequot War of 1637, and during his life took on several civil positions including constable of Duxbury, property surveyor, and tax collector. Henry Samson married Ann Plummer, whose ancestry is unknown. However, Ann had a sister Mary Plummer, who married John Barnes in Plymouth on 12 September 1633.
Henry Samson was the son of James Samson and Martha Cooper of Henlow, Bedford, England. James was the son of John Samson. Martha Cooper was the daughter of Edmund Cooper and Mary Wyne. Edmund Cooper was the son of Michael Cooper and Elizabeth Page. Michael Cooper was the son of Michael Cooper and Margaret (---). Michael Cooper is the son of John Cooper and Joan (---).
Elizabeth Page is the daughter of Robert Page and Cicily Greene. Cicily Greene is the daughter of John Greene and Edith Latimer. Edith Latimer can trace her ancestry to several Barons and Lords, including Wido de Reinbudcourt (born about 1040 AD), who was a Doomsday governor under William the Conqueror. While Henry Samson's lines do not connect to any known royalty, there are many Lords, Sheriffs, Governors, and Barons.
For much more detailed information on the Samson ancestry, see the following series of articles written by Robert Leigh Ward in The American Genealogist, 52:198-209 and 56:141-143, and The Genealogist, 6:166-186. Most libraries do not subscribe to The Genealogist, but copies of the article can be obtained through any public library's interlibrary loan service.
Robert Leigh Ward, "English Ancestry of Seven Mayflower Passengers: Tilley, Sampson, and Cooper," The American Genealogist 52:198-208.
Robert Leigh Ward, "Henry Sampson's Paternal Grandfather," The American Genealogist 56:141-143.
Robert Leigh Ward, "The Baronial Ancestry of Henry Sampson, Humility Cooper, and Ann (Cooper) Tilley," The Genealogist 6:166-186.
Robert and Ruth Sherman, et. al. Mayflower Families in Progress: Henry Samson for Four Generations (Plymouth: General Society of Mayflower Descendants, 1992).


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Q: Does Android productFlavors need separate application in google dev console? I would like to have 2 different applications in google playstore : "My App Free" and "My App Pro". From the research I have made for this subject, the best way for that is to use productFlavors so here is an extract of my build.gradle :
buildTypes {
    debug {
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    release {
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}

productFlavors {
    free {
        ...
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    pro {
        applicationIdSuffix ".pro"
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When I try to build the build variant myapp-pro-release, I get this error :
Error:Execution failed for task ':myapppro:processProReleaseGoogleServices'. > No matching client found for package name 'com.myapp.pro'

Does that mean that I have to add a dedicated my-app-pro app in google dev console that would have com.myapp.pro as applicationId? Or is there an other way to fix the error of build with gradle?

A: Generate new google-service.json with package name com.myapp.pro and place it in app/src/pro

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Toyota Corolla S 2009: Toyota's revamped Corolla is a little bit like the healthy-fare portion of a dining establishment menu: On paper, its high qualities need to attract plenty of left-brained customers, yet like the overcooked tilapia you're constantly stuck forking through, its total appeal is missing something. If compact cars drew just on prudent perceptiveness, this Corolla can have risen to the top-- as well as, without a doubt, with climbing gas prices, it still might. Considered that today's best little cars and trucks handle to pique both sides of the mind, however, Toyota's most recent entrance underwhelms.
The Corolla comes in Requirement, LE as well as XLE trim degrees; most include an automatic transmission. Click on this link to see a comparison with the 2008 version. A sportier variation is offered in S or XRS trims, while the revamped Toyota Matrix and Pontiac Ambiance function as hatchback descendants. I drove a Corolla XLE.
Most trim levels, consisting of the one I drove, have a 1.8-liter four-cylinder. As I've usually discovered to be the standard amongst portable automobiles, the Corolla's accelerator responds with a light touch, providing the engine an eager sensation around community. Freeway velocity is much less energised, where the Corolla's four-speed automated becomes something of a responsibility, especially if you're lugging passengers. Prompting the transmission to kick below fourth to third takes a collective prod on the gas, and speeding up from 30 to 50 mph in some cases requires 2nd gear-- as well as quite a bit of engine noise-- to obtain up to speed. The Honda Civic, which we had in the Cars.com fleet the week prior to the Corolla, has a five-speed automated, and its drivetrain really feels decidedly extra up to the job of high-speed death.
Antilock brakes are typical, though all trims but the XRS have low-tech drum brakes in back. The pedal in my examination car appeared a bit mushy, especially as compared to the braking reaction from four-wheel-disc automobiles like the Hyundai Elantra or uplevel Civics. Senior editor Joe Wiesenfelder took the Corolla out in the rain, and also he discovered in one instance that ABS begun prematurely and also resulted in an upsetting lateral lurch as the vehicle pulled up.
Suspension equipment consists of an independent front as well as semi-independent, torsion light beam back-- once again, inferior to rivals with four-wheel-independent suspensions. (Particular Matrixes have an independent back suspension, but also the Corolla XRS sticks to the torsion light beam; a Toyota representative stated that's because the Matrix is an inherently sportier vehicle.) Highway flight top quality is acceptable, with minimal wind as well as road noise, however or else the Corolla imparts a careless driving experience. Strike a development joint while rounding an offramp, as well as the wheels shimmy laterally significantly. The steering wheel has a comfy on-center feel, yet it turns with a numb, distant feel, as well as hard corners generate lots of body roll.
The Civic as well as Lancer, which both have four-wheel-independent suspensions, appear a lot more specific in all 3 relates to. The Corolla XRS may show sharper, also-- it has a quicker steering proportion and also a suspension-stiffening strut-tower support, so if you're searching for much better handling, it's most likely worth having a look at. Keep in mind that the XRS has a disappointing 36.3-foot transforming circle, while other trims make it in 35.6 feet. The last figure is competitive with the Civic as well as Sentra, though it sheds to the Elantra (33.9 feet) and also Lancer (32.8 ).
The Corolla's most recent expression, which Toyota states it developed with the help of style workshops in Italy, appears extra hostile than that of the Japanese-market Corolla. Triangular fronts lights and an impression in the grille for Toyota's logo design make it just like the larger Camry, while the tail recalls the outgoing Corolla's. It's an orderly look that takes couple of risks, and also I doubt it will certainly discover many fans or critics.
Wheels array from 15 to 17 inches in diameter. The Corolla S as well as XRS add haze lights, bumper extensions and a rear looter, elevating the styling mercury to someplace around that of the body-kitted Camry SE. You could decide whether that's an advantage.
For the most part, the Corolla's cabin appears affably clean-- the two-tone dash in my examination vehicle had regular, if not outstanding, quality, and also whatever from the center manages to the evaluates seemed tailored for straightforward functionality. The directional signal as well as window buttons operate with specifically fitted movements, and though most plastics are hard to the touch, total fit and also surface is commendable. Storage locations abound, with two piled handwear cover areas, an enough center console and even tiny pockets flanking the facility controls.
I'm unsure plain cleanliness cuts it, nevertheless. The Civic's cabin raises control accuracy to another realm-- the Corolla's AIR CONDITIONING dials really feel awkward in comparison-- and also the Elantra flaunts soft-touch products and upscale services. The Lancer and Focus choose broke with indoor designing. Caught in the crossfire, the Corolla seems average-- dumbed-down, also-- which could not be an area Toyota can manage to be.
Front-seat clearance suffices, though my test vehicle had no moonroof, which would eliminate about an inch of overhead room. The cloth seats were the topic of much dispute at Cars.com: I found the furniture comfy and well brushed, but editors Mike Hanley as well as David Thomas thought it was dated and also low-grade. The driver's seat modifications won little favor-- a height-adjustment jack is standard, but the seat has restricted back movement for taller chauffeurs.
Perhaps that's an advantage; if the front seats took a trip any type of farther back, rear legroom would come to be illogical. As it stands, legroom and also clearance in back are just ample for grownups. Congratulations to Toyota for maintaining the floor between the back seats hump-free, which suggests a fifth passenger could in fact have the ability to tolerate a brief trip in the facility seat there.
The 2009 Corolla made the greatest score, Great, in frontal crash examinations from the Insurance Institute for Freeway Safety. IIHS has actually not yet reviewed the auto for side-impacts. The Corolla's six conventional airbags consist of side-impact air bags for the front seats and side curtain air bags for both rows. Energetic front head restraints as well as anti-skid brakes are likewise conventional; a number of competitors make ABS optional.
Grip control and a digital security system run as a $250 bundle on all trims yet the XRS, where they're basic. The choice is well worth the price, given that several rivals get security control for greater trim levels or don't supply it in all. The outward bound Corolla billed $650 for the feature. Toyota states it's set up on simply 14 percent of all '09 Corollas, though, so it might take some searching to discover one with it.
Without the destination fee, the Corolla starts at $15,250. Conventional attributes include cooling, power mirrors as well as a CD stereo with an auxiliary jack. Keep in mind that there's no iPod-specific connection like Heir, Toyota's sibling nameplate, offers.
The Corolla LE adds power windows as well as locks, while the XLE obtains fake wood trim, backlit gauges and also keyless entrance-- a $245 alternative on the LE that truly should certainly be common. Both the LE and XLE include an automatic transmission. The S and XRS sport various outside attachments, in addition to sportier seats as well as a leather-trimmed steering wheel with audio controls. Both designs go back to hands-on door locks as well as home windows, however-- especially frustrating for the XRS, which sets you back more than the better-equipped XLE. Power accessories, warmed leather seats, a moonroof and also a navigation system are optional.
Gas gas mileage and security credentials lend the Corolla plenty of book appeal, and if the vehicle's 40-year background is any type of indicator, the most up to date variation must show as reputable as the sunup. Disallowing any type of high quality snafus-- a significant unknown, taking into consideration the most recent Camry V-6's track record-- these variables could be enough to drive the Corolla's success.
As a compact car that hits on all fronts, however, the Corolla disappoints. It's the sort of option substantiated of your inner sense of responsibility-- a solid choice, possibly, for parents shopping for their teen motorist. The problem for Toyota is that a lot of rivals have taken care of to package book sensibilities with compelling styling and fun-to-drive appeal. Judged versus these rivals, the Corolla comes off as an also-ran.


Ideally located in the community of Vista Del Mar is this beautiful family starter home, featuring 3 spacious bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, a big living room area, a brand new kitchen, and AC units in all the main rooms. This well built home has been continuously maintained and was recently fully repainted and refreshed. It is located in a quiet section of the community with a nice big yard, a side porch and great sea breeze. This house sits on a beautiful 7,500 sqft lot and is ready to move in.


All the gambling world of at this time is rife with dialogue of online casinos. These Internet-based gambling establishments aren't that new. They've been existing for over a decade right now, well before the World Wide Web has become a popular medium of information return. The thriving number of subscribers these casinos have are augmented buy doxycycline, buy zithromax. by the millions of bettors not beyond the Internet's reach.
Nevertheless, an interesting question concerning this is, "Can I perform live roulette at home? inch While this can be perceived as a great oxymoron, fact is that one can always do so. In fact, we can easily term this form of the adventure "online live roulette". In this article, one does not simply connect to an online client nonetheless actually play in a online casino from some other place, want home.
Online casinos have got brought with them different games of chance, most in digitized form nonetheless are played the same as they will be in land-based casinos. One of these is roulette which promptly became one of the most popular internet casino games.
Instead of being bodily present in a gambling facilities, the player is given your live feed of the roulette table, with clear perspective of the bets, the automotive dealer, and other players. Thus, this satisfies many players' have of human-to-human interaction. By means of this, you are able to communicate ones bets with the dealer, and send out messages to the gamblers you may or may not understand.
Playing at home with no more than a few ambient casino music really won't compare to having fun with in the roulette table quickly land-based casino's dynamic natural environment. Third is that, for connection to the previous two, on line roulette lacks socialization, nonetheless this may not matter for a good number of roulette supporters.
Online roulette is simply roulette played over the Internet, regardless of the setting. These games are often enjoyed on an online client, and very rarely on a web browser. All the clients are usually composed of some graphic wheel and bets board, plus a ton in menus every roulette fanatic can recognize.
It's not actually strange as roulette is famous in land-based casino establishments, going so far as to have ended up as a common representation of casinos. Roulette's solid reputation can be traced from its mere simplicity and fast-paced gameplay – characteristics that made roulette look boring to non-gamblers, although very addictive even to those who have just tried the adventure.
Also, there exists virtually no dealer so you can gamble as much as you like and spin the wheel whenever you want. Being online, this variety of roulette makes for a good option to the one being played relating to the casino, minus all the stress and extra expenses.
Also, the game is experienced on a physical roulette wheel, thus ensuring a totally arbitrary play. Simpler online roulette games in contrast presents a maximum of a random number turbine in graphical form. As opposed to the roulette wheel for live casinos, these may well follow a pattern that will be exploited.
Online live roulette reintroduces the internet casino atmosphere to online roulette. This is a great way of playing roulette, something that's to suit those who have left the casino to embrace the change that is online roulette.
However, you inevitably find online roulette wanting in the long run. First is usually that there is zero human issue present that one can interact with. The player only has to cope with the program, making it look like yet another video game. Second is that it lacks the merry atmosphere of the casino, a feature that live gambling establishments work with as a draw to entice and keep more online players.


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In this short story retelling of Snow White, we not only encounter a brilliant gender-swap to the classic tale, but we also see familiar pieces to the beloved story put together in a new and unexpected way.
Fairest Son is no light fairytale. From the very first page, it is a tense story with very dark themes like magic, torture, and war. But there is a battle between light and darkness and I loved seeing that reflect in the characters' actions as they attempted to overcome the darkness with light.
The story is brilliant! I loved the twists and even though I knew that this was a Snow White story, I didn't know what was coming next or how key elements of the famous fairy-tale would be interwoven into this fresh new take.
Because this is a short story, it did move a lot faster than I would have liked. There was one aspect to the story that held all the promise for a fearsome battle, but it was resolved in just a few short pages with almost no consequences, so it was just slightly disappointing.
However, Fairest Son as a whole is an excellent story. Beautifully written and intricately cared for even as a short story, so I am certainly looking forward to more works from this author *fingers crossed for a full-length novel*!
So overall, I give Fairest Son 4 out of 5 stars and do warn readers that the torture present and dark themes may disturb some readers.
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For fans of Little Caesar, Tora Tora, Rhino Bucket and Hard Rock! Little Caesar is most remembered for their version of the soul music song "Chain of Fools", a 1989 hit single from their self-titled debut album. John Kalodner did A&R work for the group, and Bob Rock (Metallica, Motley Crue, etc...) produced their debut self-titled album, which was released in 1990 to positive reviews. On the strength of the singles "Chain of Fools" (a cover of the Aretha Franklin song) and "In Your Arms", Little Caesar hit number 139 on the US Billboard 200 in 1990. Lead vocalist Ron Young made a brief cameo in James Cameron's Terminator 2, as the biker thrown through the window of the bar by Arnold Schwarzenegger. The band reformed for some live shows in 2001, and released their comeback album, 'Redemption', in 2009. The album was well received by fans and critics alike. "Redemption, the band's first new material in 17 years, it sounds as if time has stood still over all these years. An endless stream of middle-aged musicians have returned in the last few years with dreams of recapturing the magic that they once (or never did) possessed, but few have managed to do it as well as Little Caesar use Redemption as the blueprint for how a band should stage their comeback." Sleaze Roxx 'Redemption' has now been re-mastered and repackaged for this Limited "Deluxe Edition" re-issue, which now features four live 'Redemption' tracks including the stand out track "Supersonic". This is the first of a series of re-issues coming through the bands new imprint label Dirty Deeds Records.
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Solskjaer understands why Manchester United wants Pochettino
Shhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh, Ole!
By Dustin George-Miller@dustingm Jan 10, 2019, 10:29pm GMT
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Manchester United and Tottenham Hotspur meet under very different circumstances from the first time they played in the fall. Back then, Jose Mourinho was an unhappy man with an unhappy team and they played with all the joy and splendor you would expect from a team under those circumstances. Tottenham rolled to a 3-0 win at Old Trafford, and it wasn't especially close.
But things are different now. The Special One is out and the Baby-Faced Assassin is in. United have now won five games on the spin under caretaker manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer, and while he has been very open about wanting the United job permanently, Solskjaer actually commented on his competition for the job for the very first time — Tottenham manager Mauricio Pochettino.
"[Pochettino has] done a very good job. That speculation is there for a reason because he's done well. But then again, it's not my job to rate different managers. My focus is on me and my team."
No, no no, Ole! This isn't how this works, you're supposed to say why YOU are the right person for the job! Don't you know how job interviews work? Stop bigging up Tottenham's manager, jeez!
The media narrative now wonders whether Solskjaer might (gasp) actually win the job if they're able to knock off Spurs at Wembley on Sunday, but it's still with a nod and a wink, as though nobody really expects him to get the job done. Poch is still the main man. The irony for Spurs fans is that beating United will in some ways just amp up the narrative connecting Pochettino with a move to Old Trafford. Oh well.
For his part, Solskjaer seems like a perfectly decent human being and is genuinely thrilled to have taken the reins at the Theater of Dreams. He even said nice things about Harry Kane!
"He's not bad, is he? He's a fantastic goalscorer, one of the best in the world. Then again, I've got a couple that I'm happy to work with. Having players like him, a top professional, I'm sure whoever plays with him and trains with can talk more about him. But from the outside, he's a fantastic finisher. He never misses chances really, so let's hope he doesn't get any against us."
With a new manager and a new confidence in their ability to win matches by playing attractive football, it's a little difficult to know what to expect from Manchester United. But we can at least rest comfortably in the knowledge that no matter what the scoreline the spotlight isn't coming off of Pochettino anytime soon, no matter how good Solskjaer does in Mourinho's chair.


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AMERICAN ARTISTS AND THE LOUVRE
By Patricia Boccadoro
PARIS, 12 September 2006—An attractive and most interesting exhibition of some thirty American paintings is currently being shown at the Louvre Museum in Paris. Entitled American Artists and the Louvre (until 18 September), the first part of the exhibition deals with the first half of the nineteenth century, bringing together works which have a direct link with the Louvre, being exhibited there during the salons, or because they had been part of the collections themselves, such as Benjamin West's The Death of Hyacinth . Works of American artists have been shown there since the museum opened in 1793. These historic paintings are displayed on walls of pale violet.
Benjamin West (1738 - 1820)
The Death of Hyacinth, 1771
Philadelphia Museum of Art, lent from Swarthmore College
Photo courtesy of Musée du Louvre
Beyond, where the decor changes to a pale pistachio shade, the second part presents works of American artists for whom the Louvre played a deciding factor in their art. Even though many of their paintings were completed years later, they clearly reveal the importance that the museum and its collections still had on both their style and subject matter. The museum, for instance, influenced American artistic training on a practical level via its copying practices, where students spent hours working on copies and casts from the Louvre's collection, and by the time spent in the galleries analysing the original artworks. Easels and paints were frequently set up there, and long after returning home, the American students would reminisce on their discoveries in France and on the museum's legendary support for artistic education. The Louvre was and still is, the first stop on art pilgrimages in Europe.
But in spite of the fact that the French had a high opinion of these artists on the other side of the Atlantic, few apart from perhaps Mary Cassatt won general recognition. Her paintings of women and children clearly reflect her familiarity with the master paintings in the Louvre while Thomas Hart Benton directly quoted Rubens' Marie de Medici cycle as his inspiration for Slaves. The black man, the slave, is shown as a martyred saint, face to face with the evil whip-cracking Simon Legree from Uncle Tom's Cabin. High art and popular culture were thus linked.
Thomas Hart Benton
Born: 1889, Neosho, Missouri, United States of America
Died: 1975, Kansas City, Missouri, United States of America
Slaves, 1924 – 27
Oil on cotton duck mounted on board
Image: 66 7/16 x 72 3/8 x 1 7/16 in. (168.8 x 183.8 x 3.7 cm) Frame: 68 1/2 x 74 5/8 x 2 in. (174 x 189.5 x 5.1 cm)
Terra Foundation for American Art, Daniel J. Terra Art Acquisition Endowment Fund, 2003.4
Henry Benbridge went to Corsica to paint Pascal Paoli, the Corsican liberator while Benjamin West, who was very popular in France, won acclaim for his romantic Rubens style works. And interestingly enough, The Return of the Prodigal Sonby Henry Mosler was the first work to be bought by the French Government in 1879. Whistler's At the Piano is also on display, a painting inspired by the artist's assimilation of 17th and 18th century Dutch and French paintings of bourgeois family life.
Pride of place, however, is given to Samuel F.B. Morse's painting, The Gallery of the Louvre, completed in 1833, which depicts the Salon Carré with an imaginative selection of the Louvre's most famous Old Masters, carefully reproduced in the style of the original artist. Morse himself is in the centre, leaning against a chair, while in the background you can see James Fennimore Cooper, author of The Last of the Mohicans, who was a great friend of his. The idea behind the work was to show the masterpieces of the Louvre to the American public to improve and form their taste, but alas, his painting was not at all well received and Morse turned his attention elsewhere, finally becoming famous as the inventor of the electric telegraph and the "Morse Code".
Samuel F. B. Morse
Born: 1791, Charlestown, Massachusetts, United States of America
Died: 1872, New York, New York, United States of America
Gallery of the Louvre , 1831–33
73 3/4 x 108 in. (187.3 x 274.3 cm) Frame: 88 3/4 x 123 in. (225.4 x 312.4 cm)
Terra Foundation for American Art, Daniel J. Terra Collection, 1992.51
14 June - 18 September 2006
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The spider species Argiope pulchella belongs to the genus Argiope, in the family Araneidae. Argiope pulchella spiders have been sighted 4 times by contributing members. Based on collected data, the geographic range for Argiope pulchella includes 1 countries and 0 states in the United States. Argiope pulchella is most often sighted during the month of February.
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The Atlanta Journal Constitution ran a story on the growth of Woodstock Georgia. TSW designed the Hedgewood project, created the Downtown Master Plan, and prepared the city's zoning code.
Dan Thornton laughs when asked if he thought he would ever use the words "Woodstock" and "urban" in the same sentence.
"Little country town" no longer applies to Woodstock.
In 1980, it had 2,699 residents and a downtown that had changed little since the 1930s.
Today, Woodstock's population is estimated at 20,000 — and growing steadily. And the little historic Main Street is being dwarfed by new development.
On 32 acres on the east side of Main Street, a massive five-story project, featuring condos over retail shops, is near completion. Directly behind that project, more than 200 tightly packed townhouses and single family homes, some priced at more than $500,000, have been selling rapidly.
Plans are in the works for more than 300 additional acres of pricey executive homes and dense mixed-use development in town.
Long-time residents like seeing their little town spring back to life. But they don't like some of the side effects, such as car-clogged roads.
Becky Wentzel, the owner of Hot Dog Heaven in one of Woodstock's older buildings on Main Street, slings dogs, sandwiches and smoking hot french fries to a steady stream of customers. Wentzel said she is no longer surprised when native Chicagoans, now living nearby, stop in for one of her Chicago-style hotdogs.
The growth is fueling her booming business, but she doesn't want Woodstock to lose it's first-name, friendly ambiance.
But "cool" might be inevitable. The Atlanta Regional Commission named the city the Development of Excellence in 2006 for its style, good planning and smart use of existing infrastructure.
George McGrath and his wife Nellie, formerly of Roswell, began looking last year for something other than a cookie-cutter neighborhood. They searched metro Atlanta's north side with no luck.
"Then my wife drove me to Woodstock. But I thought she was crazy," George said.
He quickly changed his mind when he saw restaurants, shops, the town square where concerts and festivals are held, and the old Ace Hardware, all within sight of their new home.
"The barbershop opens at 7 a.m. I love that," he said.
Polly Kullmann moved last year from one of the Cherokee County's sprawling subdivisions into a three-story townhouse off Main Street. Kullmann was looking for the convenience of shopping within walking distance.
"As I get older, I might get to the point that I may not be able to drive at night," 71-year-old Kullmann said.
Woodstock's makeover is mainly the result of a few factors: available land, the vision of city leaders and developers' recognition that people want to live in small urban settings.
Until three years ago, Woodstock featured older homes built on large lots. On the edge of town were some huge parcels, remnants of family farms.
Development company Hedgewood Properties was looking for a new downtown project when a company employee, who lived in Woodstock, pointed out all the available acreage in the city. The company put together a few tracts, totalling 32 acres, east of Main Street. Last year the company bought another 32 acres on the west side of Main Street for more mixed-use development. Initial plans call for more than 400 homes, apartments and retail sites.
Hedgewood's success and the town's work has attracted others to the area.
A few blocks north, Toll Brothers, a luxury homebuilder, has plans for 300 homes on 195-acres of horse pasture.
Just south of downtown, the 87-acre Breezy Hill horse farm is under contract with more mixed-use construction planned.
Lots in between the farms are up for grabs. One new infill development will have 32 craftsman style homes on five acres.
Thornton has several properties listed, from 2 to 15 acres, on or near Main Street.
Land values have surged in the last decade, and doubled in last three years, he said. Land in the city brings $200,000 an acre, unimaginable 10 years ago.
The growth is bringing new pains with it.
Woodstock implemented a sewer moratorium for a few months in 2003 until treatment capacity caught up to the growth.
City leaders hope to piece together a grid of new streets on developing tracts to provide some traffic relief.
And the city has a new problem to solve.
Councilman Randy Brewer, who lives on Main Street, said Woodstock had very little housing worth more than $300,000 when he was elected in 2001. He wanted to change that. Town leaders with an eye on the future rewrote zoning ordinances to allow mixed use and high density, which some residents opposed. The council set new architectural standards.
They won a grant from the Atlanta Regional Commission that helped them create a master plan for downtown. It helped attract the new high-dollar growth the town wanted.
Now, with older homes being bulldozed for new growth, the city may have to act to maintain a balance of affordable homes for teachers, firemen and service workers, Brewer said.
"That is something we may definitely have to look at this year," he said.


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Chartres, George
by K. G. Allars
George Chartres (flourished 1810-1817), lawyer, was the son of George Chartres, physician, of Dublin, and his wife Letitia, née Booker. He was admitted as an attorney in the Irish courts about 1799 and practised in Dublin. There he was convicted for fraud on 14 July 1810 and sentenced to be transported for seven years. He arrived at Sydney in the Providence in July 1811. He was given a ticket-of-leave on his arrival and soon afterwards was appointed clerk to D'Arcy Wentworth, superintendent of police, at a salary of £30, a position he held throughout his stay in the colony. Next year he was acting as a land agent and as agent for Robert Campbell junior; when Campbell replaced him with George Crossley in September, Chartres advertised that he would transact all manner of conveyancing and was ready to render professional assistance 'as might appear requisite for the Prosecution or Defence of Suits' in the courts. He won several actions for payment for his services as scrivener and won damages in a case against Samuel Marsden. On 27 February 1813 he was sentenced to the Coal River (Newcastle) for misconduct, but received another ticket-of-leave in December, returned to Sydney and on 13 June 1814 was conditionally pardoned. Five days later he announced his intention of resuming his legal activities, now at 68 George Street, though he accompanied his practice by mercantile dealings and keeping a public house. On 4 July, like George Crossley, he was admitted as an 'agent' to act in the civil court and continued to do so until it was replaced by the Supreme Court created by the 1814 Charter of Justice. In May 1815 he joined with Crossley and Edward Eagar in seeking from Mr Justice J. H. Bent the right to practise in it, but like the others he was not admitted.
On 1 January 1816 Lachlan Macquarie granted him a free pardon, and for a time he continued to appear in the Judge-Advocate's Court, which during the illness and after the death of Ellis Bent was temporarily presided over by Frederick Garling, but in October arrived Earl Bathurst's dispatch to Macquarie which forbade any former convicts to practise in the courts unless there were no available free attorneys. As this condition no longer prevailed, Chartres decided to return home. He sold his stock, his house and other assets and departed with his wife in the Harriet on 22 December 1817. Though J. H. Bent wrote in 1819 that he had become bankrupt, nothing more of him is certainly known.
newspaper indexes under Chartres (State Library of New South Wales)
Wentworth papers (State Library of New South Wales)
Supreme Court records (State Records New South Wales).
K. G. Allars, 'Chartres, George (?–?)', Australian Dictionary of Biography, National Centre of Biography, Australian National University, http://adb.anu.edu.au/biography/chartres-george-1891/text2179, published first in hardcopy 1966, accessed online 17 July 2019.
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The aeronautical family in support of caregivers
Aviation Sans Frontières' action in the air
From the start of the crisis, Aviation Sans Frontières mobilized the aeronautical community to provide logistical support to hospitals and caregivers throughout France. The humanitarian association, whose field of action is usually sub-Saharan Africa, offered the possibility for healthcare personnel to reach the hospital establishments where they were mainly expected in the regions of Grand Est and Ile de France.
To increase the efficiency of the system and improve its responsiveness, an online platform coupled with a team of air operations managers has been set up to connect caregivers and private aircraft operators, manufacturers business aviation and flight schools.
In total, more than 420 caregivers were transported free of charge to 65 destinations, mainly in France (60), but also in Switzerland, Luxembourg and as far as Great Britain.
In hospitals and EPHADs of Ile de France
In parallel with the transport of caregivers, Aviation Sans Frontières has also succeeded in an unprecedented mobilization of air hostesses and airline stewards, stopped from flying due to the pandemic. After specific training, these air transport professionals came to support hospital staff from the Assistance Publique and Hôpitaux de Paris (APHP). They intervened in reinforcement, in terms of the care of patients and their families, in the city circuit.
In hospitals and EHPADs in Île de France, these aviation professionals now provide valuable assistance for reception, support or prevention missions. They also participate in the missions of the COVISAN system set up at the request of the government, to stop the spread of the epidemic after the deconfinement. To date, there are still nearly 100 volunteers in the field.
The results of the operations organized by Aviation Sans Frontières between April 7 and June 30, 2020.
• + 435 flight hours
• more than 300 stopovers (including set-ups)
• more than 420 passengers transported
• 26 different operators used
• 24 different aircraft types (from the Cirrus SR22 single-engine four-seater to the Dassault Falcon 8X business trijet)
• 65 airports used in France and abroad
More than 400 PNC and PS mobilized in health structures in Ile de France.
The world of aviation and that of health are getting closer and supporting each other. They have the same requirements, have no room for error, have continuous training and are at the service of others.
Gérard Feldzer, Aviation Sans Frontières president
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Kid Friendly Things To Do In Portland, Tennessee
Carrie Smith
There are many kid friendly things to do in Portland, Tennessee, a city located on the Cumberland River in the central part of the state. The Nashville Zoo is a great place to take the kids, and it is even home to a baby giraffe named Portland! The Adventure Science Center is another kid-friendly attraction in the city, where children can learn about space and the planets. The Frist Center for the Visual Arts is also worth a visit, as it features interactive exhibits and a planetarium. For some outdoor fun, head to Shelby Farms Park, a large urban park with hiking trails, a lake, and a playground.
10 Fun & Kid-Friendly Things To Do In Portland, Tennessee
1. Visit the Splash Pad and Water Park
The Splash Pad and Water Park is a great place to cool off during the summer months. The Splash Pad features a variety of water features, including a sprayground, spraying fountain, and two large slides. The Water Park also has a lazy river, zero-depth entry pool, and a dive well.
2. Go on a Scenic Bike Ride
Portland is home to a number of scenic bike trails that are perfect for a family bike ride. Some of our favorites include the Richland Creek Greenway, the Stones River Greenway, and the Harpeth River Greenway.
3. Play Mini Golf
Portland is home to a number of mini golf courses, including Adventure Golf, Broadway Mini Golf, and Putt-Putt Fun Center. These are perfect for a fun family outing.
4. Play at the Park
Portland has a number of parks that are perfect for family fun. Some of our favorites include Centennial Park, Riverfront Park, and Richland Park. These parks offer a variety of amenities, including playgrounds, picnic areas, and walking trails.
5. Visit the Nashville Zoo
The Nashville Zoo is a great place to take the family for a day of fun. The Zoo features a variety of animals, including lions, tigers, giraffes, and elephants. The Zoo also has a children's zoo, petting zoo, and splash pad.
6. Take a Hike
Portland is home to a number of hiking trails that are perfect for the whole family. Some of our favorites include the Percy Warner Park Trails, the Radnor Lake State Park Trails, and the Beaman Park Nature Center Trails.
7. Go on a Picnic
Portland is home to a number of great picnic spots, including Centennial Park, Riverfront Park, and Richland Park. These parks offer a variety of amenities, including picnic tables, grills, and playgrounds.
8. Visit the Farmer's Market
The Portland Farmer's Market is a great place to get locally grown fruits and vegetables. The Market is open from May through October, and features a variety of vendors selling fresh produce, baked goods, and more.
9. Go to the Movies
Portland is home to a number of movie theaters, including the Regal Hollywood 27, the UA Pavilion, and the IMAX Theater. These theaters offer a variety of films, from blockbusters to independent films.
10. Visit the Library
Portland is home to a number of great libraries, including the Nashville Public Library, the Williamson County Public Library, and the Bellevue branch of the Nashville Public Library. These libraries offer a variety of programs and events for families.
1. What Is The Population Of Portland, Tennessee?
The population of Portland, Tennessee is approximately 34,000.
2. What Is The History Of Portland, Tennessee?
Portland was first settled in 1786 and was officially incorporated in 1820. The city derives its name from Portland, Maine, and was originally settled as a port town on the Cumberland River.
3. What Are The Major Industries In Portland, Tennessee?
The major industries in Portland are manufacturing, healthcare, education, and retail.
4. What Are The Top Attractions In Portland, Tennessee?
Some of the top attractions in Portland include the Cumberland River, the Tennessee State Museum, and the Portland Art Museum.
5. What Is The Climate In Portland, Tennessee?
The climate in Portland is humid subtropical, with average highs in the summer months ranging from the low 80s to the mid 90s, and average lows in the winter months ranging from the low 30s to the mid 40s.
6. What Is The Cost Of Living In Portland, Tennessee?
The cost of living in Portland is relatively affordable, with the median home price being around $150,000 and the median rent price being around $850.
7. What Are The Schools In Portland, Tennessee Like?
There are a variety of schools in Portland, including public, private, and charter schools. Some of the top public schools in the city include Portland High School, Portland Middle School, and Portland Elementary School.
8. What Are The Crime Rates Like In Portland, Tennessee?
Portland has relatively low crime rates, with the overall crime rate being lower than the national average.
9. What Is The Job Market Like In Portland, Tennessee?
The job market in Portland is strong, with the unemployment rate being lower than the national average.
10. What Are The People Like In Portland, Tennessee?
The people of Portland are friendly and welcoming, and the city has a strong sense of community.
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Leonardo DiCaprio takes home his first Oscar for 'The Revenant'
By Erica Cupido
We always knew Leonardo DiCaprio was a winner – now he has the hardware to prove it. After earning four previous acting nominations at the Academy Awards, the Titanic star finally claimed the Oscar for Best Actor in a Leading Role. With his former co-star and good friend Kate Winslet rooting him on inside Hollywood's Dolby Theatre, Leo won his very first Oscar for his role in The Revenant.
Leonardo won his first Oscar. Photo: Getty Images
"To my parents none of this would be possible without you!" the actor told his parents. He took his moment on stage to highlight a cause very close to his heart, the earth. "Climate change is real. It is happening right now. We need to work collectively together and stop procrastinating. Let us not take this planet for granted. I do not take this night for granted"
The 41-year-old's first Oscar nomination was for Best Supporting Actor in What's Eating Gilbert Grape at the 1994 award ceremony, when he was just 19. Since then, the former teen heartthrob was up for the Best Actor prize for his memorable performances in The Aviator, Blood Diamond and The Wolf of Wall Street.
Prior to this career milestone, the newly minted Oscar winner took home honours for lead actor at the Golden Globe awards, the BAFTAs and the Screen Actors' Guild awards. Despite having so many fans at home and on the red carpet cheering him on, Leo has remained calm and cool throughout awards season.
"I think anyone appreciates those types of things, for sure, of course — you know, to be recognized by your peers," he told Today after the Golden Globes. And now, after so many years and nominations, he's been acknowledged by the academy too.
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European Commission's Overreaching Decision Fails to Protect Public Health
Washington, DC June 15, 2016
Endocrine Society experts say narrow definition will prevent effective regulation of endocrine disruptors
The Endocrine Society expressed disappointment and concern today that the European Commission's regulatory criteria are too strict to effectively protect the public from endocrine-disrupting chemicals.
"The European Commission has set the bar so high that it will be challenging for chemicals to meet the standard, even when there is scientific evidence of harm," said Society President Henry M. Kronenberg, MD. "To protect pregnant women, children and future generations from chemicals of concern, we need science-based regulation that reflects the growing body of evidence documenting this public health threat."
The Society is the oldest and largest global membership organization representing scientists and physicians who are experts on the body's system of glands and hormones. Endocrine-disrupting chemicals (EDCs) can mimic, block or interfere with hormones that regulate key biological functions, including brain development, reproduction, metabolism and growth.
More than 1,300 studies have tied EDC exposure to health problems such as infertility, diabetes, obesity, hormone-related cancers and neurological disorders, according to the Endocrine Society's 2015 Scientific Statement. Because the health effects of exposure can take years or even generations to become apparent, scientists have used a variety of animal and epidemiological studies to document the effects of EDCs.
The European Commission's overly strict criteria would result in very few EDCs being identified and regulated, at a high cost to the public's health. Recent studies have found that adverse health effects from EDC exposure cost the European Union more than €163 billion each year in healthcare expenses and lost productivity. Bisphenol A and other EDCs can be found in common products, including food containers, plastics, cosmetics and pesticides.
The European Commission selected a more restrictive version of option 2. The Endocrine Society supported option 3, which would have ranked EDCs in multiple categories based on available scientific evidence. This option allowed for new data to be incorporated as more studies are published.
The European Parliament and member countries still need to approve the regulatory criteria before they take effect. The Society will continue to advocate for changes to ensure the criteria are grounded in scientific evidence.
"The Society is disappointed that the Commission disregarded scientific evidence in its decision, but our member experts are prepared to advise policymakers on what criteria are needed to effectively identify endocrine-disrupting chemicals," Kronenberg said. "We want to work together to ensure the final result of the regulatory process will protect the public's health."


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Gianni Morbidelli (Pesaro, 13 januari 1968) is een Italiaans autocoureur. Hij maakte zijn Formule 1-debuut in 1990 bij Scuderia Italia en nam deel aan 70 Grands Prix waarvan hij er 67 mocht starten. Hij scoorde 8,5 punten.

Hij werd Italiaans en Europees kampioen Formule 3 in 1989. In 1990 mocht hij al onmiddellijk debuteren in de Formule 1 voor het team Scuderia Italia, hij reed hiervoor 2 races. Hierna concentreerde hij zich op de Formule 3000 terwijl hij toch nog testrijder was voor Ferrari. Hetzelfde seizoen mocht hij ook nog twee races voor Minardi rijden in de Formule 1.

Hij bleef bij Minardi tot het einde van het seizoen 1992. Hij mocht de laatste Grand Prix van het seizoen voor Ferrari rijden nadat Alain Prost ontslagen was. Hij behaalde in Australië de zesde plaats. De race werd echter voor de helft stilgelegd en Morbidelli scoorde hierdoor maar een half puntje.

In 1994 en 1995 reed hij voor Footwork met als beste resultaat een derde plaats in de Grand Prix van Australië in 1995. In 1997 reed hij nog enkele races voor Sauber maar zonder al te veel succes. Daarnaast kon hij door blessures ook een aantal races niet rijden, waardoor zijn Formule 1-carrière erop zat.

Daarop stapte hij over naar het BTCC en waarin hij reed voor Volvo, maar hij was niet zo competitief als zijn teammaat Rickard Rydell die de titel won. Recentelijk reed hij ook nog voor Alfa Romeo in de ETCC en BTCC.

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Home » Hírek » Soil: The Forgotten Miracle
Soil: The Forgotten Miracle
Soil is one of the building blocks of life, yet we pay so little attention. Time to shine a light on our forgotten origins.
CEEweb Series: Our Common Ground (1/4)
Other stories in CEEweb's 'Our Common Ground' Series:
Part 2 - Know your roots
Part 3 - One reaps what one sows
Part 4 - The good earth
By Andreas Candido
Ashes to ashes, dust to dust: since humankind can recall, we are interrelated to soil. Nevertheless, how much do we know about it? Several hundred years ago, when a big proportion of human population worked in agriculture, people were aware of just how important the soil is. Yet, today, we live in a world where most people are no longer farmers. Nor have any kind of contact with rural life. Currently, 55% of the globe lives in urban areas and, according to the United Nations (UN), this number will rise to 68% by 2050. Ashes to cement, then?
Part of the global drive into cities has meant that we have come to expect food to simply 'be there' — from supermarkets to food delivery services. We do not give much regard to where it comes from or how it was made. And fewer is the amount of people that go one step further to think about how one of the building blocks of our planet, soil, supports us.
Soil is a massively rich biodiverse and essential component of how the whole earth can sustain living creatures. As part of CEEweb's mission to highlight the importance of biodiversity, especially in the wake of the global pandemic in 2020, we have decided to launch a series of articles helping to raise awareness on one of the least developed issues in biodiversity. This is the first in the series and will give an overview of the issue and raise awareness of the work done in the 'Global Soil Biodiversity Atlas'*.
Soil can be considered the epitome of biodiversity. It is one of the building blocks of life that has allowed for nature to thrive.
Soil, what is it good for? Absolutely everything
Soil refers to many things and its meaning can change depending on who you are — a city dweller might think of dirt, while a farmer might think of the nutrients that allow life to grow. Soil, as described in the Atlas, is the 'living breathing skin of our planet.' It consists of a mixture of non-living minerals and living organisms that are the results of biological and weathering processes over many millennia. When soil is dug up, the many layers that are revealed show these processes. Parallels can be drawn between these natural phenomena and that of how natural wonders, such as the Grand Canyon, are formed through a similar pattern of erosion and dumping of new material on top over many millions of years.
One of the most fascinating parts about soil is just how much variation exists across the globe. The map below shows how geology changes dramatically across the globe. Even within one country, the geological variation can be enormous. With that in mind, one of the biggest drivers of diversity is the climate. In much the same way that climate affects the type of animals and their habitats, it also affects the very foundations that give life to these natural habitats. The climate's effect is varied, having an impact on a number of factors, including temperature (at above, below and around ground level), climatic zones, and precipitation to name a few.
There are so many different bacteria in soil globally that just listing them all would take several hundred pages. Source: Global Soil Biodiversity Atlas
Just as important as the climate are the living organisms who live on this planet (from animals to bacteria). Living organisms are responsible for adding the organic matter, one of the key components of soil, through processes which include excrement and the decomposition of dead roots. Human activity also has an increasingly large impact on the soil through the erecting of land management, cultivation and burrowing animals.
It is these diverse conditions that allow the soil to be the driver of life across the globe. According to the Global Soil Biodiversity Atlas, soil is responsible for contributing for the 'provision of food, fuel, fibre, the infiltration, storage and delivery of clean water, the regulation of nutrient cycles and atmospheric composition, and the provision of cultural values.'
The third and arguably most important factor in the formation of soil has been time. Over many thousands of years, just as the planet has undergone significant transformations, so too has the soil that covers our earth. While this may sound intuitive as the whole planet and its atmosphere was changing, the emergence of life could not have been sustained without the rich, widely diverse and specific composition that is soil.
Furthermore, soil also changes over time, and even within a 100-1000-year biological cycle it can undergo full transformations. These changes over time are sometimes natural, as a result of changing conditions, but more recently they have been fueled by humans' changing relationship with the climate. These changes have only accelerated as we have increasingly transformed the face of the earth for our own needs.
This article is the first of the CEEweb series 'Our common ground,' part of a wider drive to help teach people about the importance of soil. We will shortly be publishing more articles on the biodiversity of soil, an in-depth look at its benefits for humanity, the challenges and threats facing this sector, and how can everyone raise awareness about an overlooked and forgotten key aspect of nature that has sustained humanity's growth on this planet.
*The Global Soil Biodiversity Initiative, authoring body of the Global Soil Biodiversity Atlas, aims to bring awareness and educate on the importance of soil in our daily lives. The hope is that by increasing awareness on these aspects, people will have a greater understanding of the need for rich, diverse environments to protect our way of life and our planet. The Atlas was published by the European Commission in partnership with over 20 universities and organisations. It is free for anyone to download.


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What to do at Victoria Falls
by Abrie Coetzee | May 10, 2016 | Activities | 0 comments
The Victoria Falls is neither the highest nor the widest waterfall in the world. However, it is classified as the largest. This is based on its combined width of 1,708 meters and height of 108 meters which result in the world's largest sheet of falling water.
In height and width Victoria Falls is rivaled only by Argentina and Brazil's Iguazu Falls.
The Falls is one of the most spectacular natural wonders of the world and certainly a "must see" destination.
You can easily spend 2 or 3 days at the falls on:
Guided walking safari through the tropical, spray-drenched rain forest. The forest is on the very edge of the Victoria Falls
Sunset cruise on the mighty Zambezi River with its hippos and crocodiles
River bank game viewing by safari vehicle
Tour of the 100 year old bridge – the heart of Cecil John Rhodes' vision of a Cape to Cairo railway
Any of a variety of adventures activities of your choice:
– bungi jumping
– elephant back safari
– white water rafting
– river boarding
– helicopter ride
– bridge slide
– bridge swing
– microlight flight over the falls
Mosi-oa-Tunya (The Smoke that Thunders)
Best Time to Visit Victoria Falls
The best time to visit the spectacular Falls is from February to May. This is after the region's summer rains when the water level is at its greatest volume. The Falls is roughly twice the height of North America's Niagara Falls. The sheer force of the water drives a column of spray far into the air with a thunderous roar.
Victoria Falls town (in Zimbabwe) lies on the southern bank of the Zambezi River at the eastern end of the falls themselves. The Airport is 18 km south of the town and has international flights to Johannesburg (South Africa) and Windhoek (Namibia).
Livingstone (in Zambia) is a historic colonial city and tourism center for Victoria Falls lying 10 km south on the Zambezi River. It is a border town with road and rail connections to Zimbabwe on the other side of the Falls. The Airport has international flights to Lusaka and Johannesburg in South Africa.
View Accommodation options in Zimbabwe with guest ratings, grading and rates – request a quote and book online. See also the options for Accommodation in Livingstone across the river in Zambia. As alternative you can consider booking a tour to the Victoria Falls from Johannesburg.
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Since the beginning of time there has been struggle. The epic clash of being against being. Tyrannosaurus Rex vs. Triceratops. Giant Squid vs. the Sperm Whale. The Circle vs. the Square. This is a chronicling of some of the greatest confrontations in FILM HISTORY. These are the GREAT SHOWDOWNS. Acclaimed artist Scott Campbell's hugely popular Great Showdowns series returns following 2012's bestselling first volume.


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The National Jazz Trio Of Scotland
Standards Vol. V
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A masterclass in nuance, interpretation and the purifying power of the human voice, Standards Vol. V represents another captivating chapter in the career of a singular figure in contemporary music.
For his fifth album as the mischievously named National Jazz Trio Of Scotland, the prolific jazz outsider Bill Wells posits yet another collaborator in the diffuse light cast by his tender chord shifts and understated arrangements. Where Standards Vol. IV spun around the vocal talents of Kate Sugden with contributions from Gerard Black and Aby Vulliamy, the voice on Standards Vol. V is that of Black, whose other musical activities include the band Babe, François And The Atlas Mountains, Rozi Plain and Charlotte Gainsbourg.
For much of Standards Vol. V, Black's unstained tenor is the paint with which Wells fills the canvas on songs including four originals – among them the beatific wordless chorale Gradual Inclination and the contrasting So Much Power, an energetic stomp propelled by keyboard brass and drum machine – and versions of songs from the musical Fiddler On The Roof and George and Ira Gershwin's Of Thee I Sing (Sunrise, Sunset and Of Thee I Sing respectively).
As ever with Wells' work, whether under the NJTOS monicker or his own name (which typically appears alongside those of collaborators including Yo La Tengo, Jim O'Rourke and Annette Peacock), the melodic and lyrical elements are embellished with jazz-accented piano, samples and keyboards, with minimal rhythmic accompaniment other than electronic percussion.
Adding to the intrigue on Standards Vol. V are a new arrangement of the Scots/Irish ballad I Know Where I'm Going (from which Michael Powell and Emeric Pressburger took the title of their 1945 film of the same name), an entirely new musical interpretation of Sigh No More Ladies from Shakespeare's Much Ado About Nothing and the album's appropriately named finale, A Quiet Goodbye, with words by Aidan Moffat, Wells' partner on Everything's Getting Older (2011) – winner of the inaugural Scottish Album Of The Year award – and follow-up The Most Important Place In The World (2015).
Recorded in bursts over an eight-year period in Loathsome Reels, aka the kitchen in Wells' Glasgow flat, Standards Vol. V is the multi-instrumentalist and composer's third long-player in 12 months, following Remixes For Seksound (Seksound, October 2018) under his own name and The Sensory Illusions (Karaoke Kalk, January 2019), the eponymous debut from his duo with tuba player Danielle Price.
The National Jazz Trio Of Scotland: Standards Vol. V
I Know Where I'm Going The National Jazz Trio Of Scotland 1' 55''
Sigh No More Ladies The National Jazz Trio Of Scotland 2' 34''
Vox II The National Jazz Trio Of Scotland 3' 34''
Sunrise, Sunset The National Jazz Trio Of Scotland 4' 46''
Set Fire To Silver Light The National Jazz Trio Of Scotland 48''
So Much Power The National Jazz Trio Of Scotland 3' 23''
Gradual Inclination The National Jazz Trio Of Scotland 3' 31''
The King Tailors The National Jazz Trio Of Scotland 1' 26''
Of Thee I Sing The National Jazz Trio Of Scotland 5' 36''
Gradual Inclination (Reprise) The National Jazz Trio Of Scotland 1' 10''
A Quiet Goodbye The National Jazz Trio Of Scotland 2' 25''
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The property provides approx 100 sq.m. of living area spread over two floors. The ground floor comprise of an entrance lobby, a living room with a kitchen, a shower room with toilet and a bedroom. External staircase leads on to the first floor, which consist of a corridor, a shower room with toilette, a bedroom, open plan living room with a kitchen and a balcony with beautiful countryside views. The house has been fully renovated and it is being sold fully furnished. Next the the house is attached a summer kitchen with a barbecue, large barn, an outbuilding and a garage. The property is set in a large 5 700sq.m garden, which has several fruit trees and a vineyard. Rest of the land is free to grow or build anything you wish.
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