Produced and written by the band, this is the first full length project from Guys On a Bus. Love Brings Out the Worst In Us showcases the diverse sound and stylings of a very young and energetic alt rock quartet. The new music has been compared by audience members to a very wide variety of indie acts, from Hippo Campus and Vampire Weekend, to Relient K and Colony House. The four-part harmonies also tend to remind listeners of a vintage surfer rock style (and occasionally are compared to mo-town bands).
From the moment the opening track "Love Brings Out The Worst In Us" you get a sense that these boys from Joplin, MO are a indie rock/pop force to be reckoned with. Previously released single "Bella" is a indie pop anthem that any takes you from the distinctly lovely intro track into a world that feels brighter than the current state we are all dwelling in. The entire album shows a versatility you rarely see in such a young band. Take a spin, and don't miss out on those harmonies on the closing track "I Wait".
Guys On a Bus brings a party experience to the indie scene every time. Packaging tight four-part harmonies, reminiscent of the Beach Boys, with their simple pop/rock choruses, in the neighborhood of COIN, Guys On a Bus tap into a wide variety with their original music. Their primary fanbase is the college and high-school crowd, but they have developed fans and listeners spanning over four generations. They have drawn a diverse audience with the passion and drive displayed in their live show. The group's unique blend of upbeat melodies and lyricism will turn casual listeners to fans by the end of any festival showcase or full set. By the end of the night audience members will find Guys On a Bus' songs stuck in their heads. Keep up with the guys and be sure to come out for their next show.


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"The Fairytale Castle" photo montage contest
The Photomontage contest that will earn you € 700
Deadline: 10 May 2017
Website: http://www.voubs.com/contests/quot-the-fairytale-castle-quot-photo-montage-contest/415
Do you believe in fairytales?
"The Fairytale Castle" is a photographic contest open for advanced and professional photographers worldwide. The contest is suitable for photographers, designers, artists and for everyone, who can work with Photoshop or other similar programs for photo manipulation.
The objective for participants is to reveal their professional skills and creativity on the topic, by specialized software and different techniques of photo montage and processing on specially uploaded media for the purpose by the organizer "In love with the wind" castle.
This is the first contest for photomontage on VOUBS thanks to "In love with the wind" castle - one of the biggest attractions in Bulgaria, which attracts both Bulgarians and foreigners. Built entirely from 20,000 tons stone, which is specially gained from the bowels of Strandzha Mountain. The stone is marbled limestone and is everywhere - in the fence, artificial lake, walls and towers, chapel and cellar. It contains traces of microdiamonds and that is why the castle in the different parts of the day changes its color. - in the morning is with a tinge of pink, during the day is white, and on full moon shines.
Unleash your imagination and make the most creative photo montage of the castle. It will be high evaluated, photo montages that present the castle in an unusual way. You have the opportunity to browse and download photos of "In love with the wind" castle on this link: http://voubs.com/stuff/zamaka.rar, which you can process according to your feeling for fairy and magic and participate in the contest.
The contest will be held in 1 round with duration of 60 days. The organizer "In love with the wind" castle guarantees prize fund of € 1500. Every registered user may participate without entry fee.
Voting and determining the winners will be by a jury in a team of 5 people. The maximum rating that can achieve a participant in this contest is 75%, of which 60% is the share of jury vote and 15% user vote(Number of votes - 4 % share, 4% average rating, Number of views - 3% share, Voting with WINGS - 4%). The jury will have 45 days in which to review and assess the participants.
Meet the jury team
Jury team is presented by:
1. Georgi Tumpalov - owner of The Castle "In love with the wind";
2. Alberta Alkalaj - owner of PR agency "Image Advertising";
3. Stefan Sharlopov – owner of "Sharlopov Group";
4. Nadia Pancheva - owner of advertising agency " Global Print";
5. Natalia Malcheva - journalist " Standard" newspaper.
Participate and win great prizes
The prize fund that the organizer will provide for this contest is € 1500. First 3 winners (from 1st to 3rd place) will receive € 1400 Euro in cash prizes, and ranked from 4th to 13th place a total of € 100 encouraging awards in WINGS.
1st prize - € 700
2nd prize - € 400
3rd prize - € 300
The organizer will give out 10 encouraging awards of 20 WINGS to the participants ranked from 4th to 13th place.
· Registration starts on 13.03.2017 and ends on 26.04.2017.
· Voting starts on 27.03.2017 and ends on 10.05.2017.
· Ranking and results will be visible in the last 7 days of the contest.
· The winners and the final ranking will be announced on 11.05.2017.
The photo montage contest "The Fairytale Castle" is organized by Renesans Ltd, v. Ravadinovo - Castle. VOUBS is an independent intermediary between the Organizer and participants by providing the Organizer platform on rent and guaranteeing transparency and reliability for the Organizer and participants.
Worldwide, Age 18+;
Each participant owns the copyright of the submitted images. Participant certifies the work as his own.
Participant allows the organizer of the contest to use free license right for period of 3 years of submitted images for advertising purposes related with the photo contest.
By participating in the contests, each entrant agrees that his image will remain part of the history and final ranking of the contest and could not be erased.
8. Rights and obligations of the Organizer and Participants
8.1. For the purpose of participating in the Contest the Participants shall submit a completely new material – media files created specifically for the Contest.
8.2. By entering the Contest, the Participants understand and agree that upon receipt of an award their names and media/s could be used in audio, print and video materials by the Organizer, for which the Organizer does not owe any payment.
8.3. The Participants agree the Organizer or authorized by him persons to communicate with them through phone calls, e-mail and SMS messages during the Contest and for a period of three months thereafter. The access to personal data of the Participants serves to establish contact therewith.
8.4. The Participant is personally liable for the correctness of the data submitted during the Contest. The provided information will be used for the purposes of the Contest and may be disclosed to third parties.
8.5. The Organizer is not liable for MEDIA files which have been lost.
8.6. The Organizer reserves the right to suspend or terminate the Contest or to amend the GENERAL TERMS at any time, for any valid technical or commercial reason.
8.7. The Organizer has the right to disqualify any applicant who does not meet the requirements to the Participants and their MEDIA files and Projects, indicated in these GENERAL TERMS, even in case the application of the Participant has been presented on the VOUBS Contest page.
9.1. The Participants undertake until the determination of the winner of the Contest not to transfer and make available to third parties copyrights over the MEDIA files, arising under the Law on Copyright and Related Rights.
9.2. Unless otherwise stipulated in the specific contest rules, by accepting the current GENERAL TERMS, the Contestant agrees that, in case s/he is the award winner, all copyrights over the MEDIA files arising under the Copyright and Related Rights Act, remain the property of the Contestant.
9.3. The Participant reserves the right to change and alter the provided MEDIA files by sending a request to the Organizer at info@zamaka.bg;
9.4. With presenting the MEDIA files, the Participant declares that he is the sole author of the latter and that the MEDIA file is his original work. The Participant declares that he is the sole holder of the copyright and that the latter does not include trademarks or other intellectual property rights of a third individual or corporation.
9.5. By applying to participate in the Contest the Participants declare that they have accepted these GENERAL TERMS.
9.6. The participant shall indemnify the Organizer:
9.6.1. At any claims by third parties relating to the rights and use of the MEDIA files, provided to the Organizer, under these GENERAL TERMS as well as in case of damages incurred to the Organizer as a result of the acquisition and use of the PHOTOS.
9.6.2. The Participant shall indemnify the Organizer and all third parties for all damages and lost benefits, including paid fines, for all costs and paid legal fees, that have occurred as a result of claims by and/or compensations paid to third parties in connection with his participation in the Contest in violation of the applicable law and these GENERAL TERMS.

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The BBC on the Taylor Woolrich story
This past August the CPRC co-sponsored and organized a conference for Students for Concealed Carry. The first speaker was Taylor Woolrich. Her story is continuing to make a difference in explaining to people why it is important that stalking victims have the right to be able to defend themselves. From the BBC:
A former beauty pageant contestant from California, 20-year-old Taylor Woolrich is the first to admit she's not your usual guns rights campaigner.
She's fighting for the right to carry a weapon on campus, for a very personal reason.
For years she's been stalked by a man she first came into contact with while waitressing at a cafe.
He would turn up to see her every day and began to track her down outside work. An emergency restraining order failed to deter him.
Things became even more terrifying when she moved across the country to study at Dartmouth college in New Hampshire.
"It wasn't even on my mind, and then he contacted me via LinkedIn and used social media to continue to contact me – sent me various very frightening messages, making it very specific he knew where I was," she says.
One summer, when she went home to California, he turned up at her parents' doorstep. She says police found what they call a "rape kit" – rope tied as a slip-noose, gloves, duct-tape, flash light, and a sweatshirt – inside his car.
Taylor's stalker is currently in jail. His sentence will soon be up. . . .
The rest of the piece is available here.
gun free zones, Taylor Woolrich
By johnrlott
Montana moves to eliminate gun-free zones on college campuses and other places
UPDATE: 83 Congressmen want to keep the ability to carry concealed handguns in the Capitol
Gun Control Myths: How politicians, the media, and botched "studies" have twisted the facts on gun control
The War On Guns: Arming Yourself Against Gun Control Lies
More Guns, Less Crime (University of Chicago Press, 3rd ed, 2010)
The Bias Against Guns
Straight Shooting: Firearms, Economics and Public Policy
Stalked and Defenseless: How Gun Control Helped My Stalker Murder My Husband in Front of Me
Freedomnomics, see Chapter 4 for a general overview of the economics of crime
Dumbing Down the Courts: How Politics Keeps the Smartest Judges Off the Bench


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Q: É possível fazer autenticação/validação de formulário com Node.js puro? Hoje me interessei pelo Node.js pelo fato de poder programar javascript no back-end e front-end.
Pelo que eu entendi - corrijam-me se eu estiver errado - o Node é uma plataforma que me permite criar aplicações server-side usando JavaScript.
Procurando por tutoriais de como resgatar dados de um formulário ou como autenticar um usuário, só achei resultados usando Express ou outro framework.
É possível fazer isso com Node puro? Pesquisei na documentação do Node mas não achei nada relacionado.

A: A maneira mais comum é usando o Express e um dos seus plugins BodyParser para converter um formulário por exemplo num objeto fácil de trabalhar.
Tendo em conta que ambos são escritos em JavaScript é possivel fazer com código nativo, ou seja "re-inventar a roda". Eu desaconselho. O conceito do Node é ir à npm buscar os módulos todos que se precise para tornar o código mais fácil de escrever, uma vez que se trata de um servidor o desempenho a carregar esse módulos é irrelevante pois carregam antes de se iniciar o servidor.
Mas respondendo à tua pergunta aqui fica:
http = require('http');
fs = require('fs');
server = http.createServer( function(req, res) {

    console.dir(req.param);
    console.log(req.method);
    var body = '';
    req.on('data', function (data) {
        body += data;
        console.log("Partial body: " + body);
    });
    req.on('end', function () {
        console.log("Body: " + body);
        // aqui podes usar o body, com
        var dados = JSON.parse(body);
        // etc...
        // enviar a resposta para o browser:
        res.writeHead(200, {'Content-Type': 'text/html'});
        res.end('post received'); // ou outra mensagem de validação
    });
});

port = 3000;
host = '127.0.0.1';
server.listen(port, host);
console.log('Listening at http://' + host + ':' + port);

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G. "Anand" Anandalingam is currently Ralph J. Tyser Professor of Management Science at the University of Maryland. He was dean of Imperial College Business School at Imperial College London from 2013 to 2017. Prior to that, from 2008 to 2013, he was dean of Robert H. Smith School of Business at the University of Maryland. Before joining the Smith School in 2001, Anandalingam worked at the University of Pennsylvania.

Academic career
Anandalingam received his Ph.D. from Harvard University in 1981, and his B.A./M.A. in electrical sciences from Cambridge University. Before joining the Smith School in 2001, Anandalingam was a faculty member at the University of Pennsylvania for nearly 15 years. At Penn, he was the National Center Professor of Resource and Technology Management and a professor in both the Engineering School and the Wharton School. He also served as the chair of the Department of Systems Engineering and directed the Executive Master's Program in Technology Management.

Anandalingam was appointed dean of the University of Maryland's Smith School of Business in 2008. The school was ranked 24th best business school in the United States by Bloomberg BusinessWeek at the time of Anandalingam's departure as dean. U.S. News ranked the school 37th and Poets and Quants ranked the school 31st at the same time. Anandalingam raised $45 million in donor contributions in five years at Smith despite the 2008 financial crisis.

In 2017, the American University in Cairo (AUC) School of Business announced Anandalingam as a Dean's Strategic Advisory Board member.

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Az Ál/Arc (angolul Face/Off) című film egy 1997-es Oscar-díjra jelölt amerikai akciófilm, amit John Woo rendezett. A főszerepben John Travolta és Nicolas Cage látható mint Sean Archer és Castor Troy. Olyan örök riválisokat játszanak, akik egymás arcát öltik magukra.

A filmet a közönség és a kritika is Woo legsikeresebb alkotásának értékelte. Tartalmazza Woo stílusjegyeit, mint például a lassítások és az általa kitalált hősies vérontás. Ez volt Woo első olyan hollywoodi filmje, amiben teljes szabadságot adtak neki a megvalósításhoz, és melyet a kritikusok és a közönség is jól fogadott. Az Ál/Arc világszerte 245 millió dolláros bevételt hozott.

Cselekmény

A film elején Sean Archer, a terrorista-elhárítás egyik ügynöke éppen 5 éves kisfiával, Michaellel ül egy körhintán és nagyon jól érzik magukat. Nem messze tőlük a hírhedt alvilági bűnöző, Castor Troy előkészíti mesterlövész-puskáját, célba veszi Archert, és rálő (Seant bízták meg a gengszter elkapásával, ezért akarja az eltenni láb alól). A merénylet azonban nem a tervezett módon sül el: Archer egy könnyebb sérülést szerez a mellkasán (a szíve mellett), fiának viszont a fejét éri a golyó, így a kis Michael a helyszínen azonnal meghal.

6 évvel később Archer ügynök még mindig elkeseredetten nyomoz a fia gyilkosa után, aki jelenleg titokban egy bombával fenyegeti Los Angeles városát. Egy nyomasztó reggelen azonban váratlan dolog történik. Archer munkatársa, Tito ront be hozzá, és meglepő hírt közöl: sikerült Castor Troy és az öccse, Pollux nyomára akadni, méghozzá egy repülőtéren.

A fejleményeket hallva Sean nem sokat tétovázik: FBI-ügynökök és rendőrök tucatjaival az oldalán indul a helyszínre. Mikor a repülőtérre érnek, Castor és Pollux éppen egy magánrepülővel próbálnak elmenekülni, ám Archer vakmerő közbelépésével a földön ragadnak (egy helikopterrel ránehezedik a repülő szárnyára, így az képtelen fölszállni).  Miután Sean kilövi a gép egyik motorját is, a jármű irányíthatatlanná válik, és végül egy közeli raktár falába ütközik. A rendőrök bekerítik őket, ám Castor és öccse kirontanak a gépből, majd pisztollyal a kezükben rengeteg ügynököt és rendőrt megölnek vagy megsebesítenek. Polluxot hamar elfogják, bátyja viszont elszánt harcba kezd Archerrel a raktárban. A pisztolypárbaj meglepő módon ér véget: Castort beszívja egy repülőgép turbinája, és fejsérülése miatt látszólag életét veszti. A történtek után Seant odahaza mindenki hősként ünnepli, ám ő maga nem kér a dicsőségből, hisz elesett bajtársait gyászolja.

Archert és Titot ezután felkeresi a Különleges Ügyosztály egyik ügynöke, Hollis Miller, és átad nekik egy lemezt, amit Pollux Troy táskájában találtak. A lemezen egy nagy hatóerejű biológiai fegyver műszaki leírása látható, ami nem más mint a Castor által beindított bomba. Sean azonnal kihallgattatja Polluxot a bomba hollétéről, mivel ő az egyetlen, aki tudhatja, hol van elrejtve, ám az nem hajlandó beszélni. Miller ezután megemlíti, hogy lenne egy másik megoldás is, majd elviszi Archert Titoval együtt a munkahelyére. Itt elmondja nekik, hogy Castor Troy nem halt meg, csupán kómába esett, és megmutatja nekik annak testét. Ekkor toppan be egy profi plasztikai sebész, Dr. Malcolm Walsh is, aki Millerrel együtt lehetetlennek tűnő tervet eszelt ki: ha Archer beleegyezne, akkor egy rendkívül modern eljárással leoperálnák a férfi arcát, és a helyébe Castor Troy-é kerülne, valamint a testén is megváltoztatnának néhány dolgot. Így a börtönbe bejutva megtudhatná Polluxtól, hogy hol van a várost fenyegető bomba, majd visszacsinálnák az egészet. Sean először hevesen tiltakozik, ám végül mégis belátja, hogy ez az egyetlen megoldás.

Bár Sean nem árulhatja el a családjának, hogy mire készül, este elbúcsúzik tőlük: tinédzser lányától, Jamie-től, és feleségétől, Eve-től. Másnap Sean, a nagy esemény előtt legjobb barátjára, Titóra bízza a jegygyűrűjét, hogy vigyázzon rá, és megkéri Dr. Walsht, hogy majd a küldetés után varrja vissza mellkasára azt a bizonyos sebhelyet, amit 6 éve, a fia meggyilkolásakor kapott. A műtét elkezdődik…

Néhány óra múlva amikor Sean fölébred az altatásból és tükörbe néz, megdöbbenten látja, hogy teljesen úgy néz ki, mint Castor Troy, csak a hangja az eredeti, ami alaposan feldühíti. Később a hangját is megváltoztatják, majd egy helikopterrel abba a börtönbe szállítják, amelyben Pollux Troy is raboskodik.

Érkezésekor az őrök egy speciális, mágneses, nyomkövetővel felszerelt vascsizmát szerelnek Sean lábára, majd berakják a többi fogoly közé. A börtön csarnokában Sean belebotlik Castor néhány régi riválisába, akik rövidesen verekedésbe bonyolódnak vele, de Sean egymaga intézi el ellenfeleit. Másnap végre sikerül beszélnie Polluxszal, és megtudja, hogy a bomba a Kongresszusi Központban van elrejtve, majd a szükséges információval a birtokában visszavonul a cellájába.

Megkönnyebbülése azonban nem tart sokáig, mivel hamarosan váratlan látogatója érkezik: a Sean Archer bőrébe bújt Castor Troy. Castor elmondja, hogy felébredt a kómából, magára operáltatta Archer arcát, és megölt minden embert, aki tudott erről a bizonyos akcióról. Ezenkívül pedig átvette Archer helyét a munkahelyén és a családjában is.

Seant sokkolóan éri a tény, miszerint soha nem fogják megtudni, hogy ő nem az akinek látszik és börtönben fog raboskodni élete végéig, ezért elhatározza, hogy megszökik. Első lépésnek azt tervezi, hogy megszabadul a mágneses csizmájától, amit azonban csak az elektrosokk-terápiás helyiségben vesznek le. Seannak feltett szándéka oda bejutni, ezért az egyik őrnél kiprovokálja magának azt, egy kis erőszakos jelenettel. A borzalmas légkörű helyiségben megvárja amíg leveszik róla a csizmát, majd mielőtt rákötnék a gépekre, egy rögtönzött manőverrel sikerül kivágnia magát a szorult helyzetből. A börtönben ezt követően hatalmas zűrzavar lesz úrrá, miközben az őrök Seant próbálják elkapni. Archernek az egyik rabtársa, Dubov segítségével sikerül megszöknie, de ahhoz kénytelen több őrt is megsebesíteni. Egy vészkijáraton át sikerül távoznia, ami a tetőre nyílik, ám ekkor olyasmit vesz észre amire semmiképp sem számított: a börtön a tengerre épült, ezért kénytelen úszva visszatérni Los Angelesbe.

Mindeközben persze Castor sem tétlenkedik: kihozatja öccsét a börtönből, majd eljátsszák a saját bombájuknak megtalálását. Troy sikert sikerre halmoz az új munkájában, valamint elmélyíti kapcsolatát Archer feleségével és lányával. Az utóbbinak egy tőrt ajándékoz és annak használatára is megtanítja. Mikor értesül róla, hogy Archer kiszabadult a börtönből, és visszatért a városba, a hatóságokkal és Pollux-szal a nyomába ered.

Sean eközben kénytelen meglátogatnia Castor egyik legjobb barátját, Dietrich Hasslert és annak bűnbandáját, ahol szállást is kap estére. Mikor a helyszínen éjszaka találkozik Dietrich húgával, Sashával (aki Castor barátnője) és annak 5 éves kisfiával, Adammel, kísérteties hasonlóságot fedez fel a gyermek és az ő meggyilkolt fia között. Ekkor váratlanul kommandósok törnek be a házba Castor vezetésével, és hatalmas lövöldözés, valamint vérfürdő veszi kezdetét. A hosszasan elhúzódó tűzharcban Dietrich és bandájának tagjai meghalnak a kommandósok többségével együtt. Sasha és fia elmenekülnek, Sean pedig Castorral kezd ismét pisztolypárbajba. Végül Archer futni kényszerül, és a tetőn át sikerül is kereket oldania, ám előtte még lelöki onnan Pollux-ot, aki a zuhanástól szörnyethal.

Másnap Castor Archer irodájában gyászolja öccsét, amikor a főnök, Victor Lazzaro lép be hozzá, és kritizálni kezdi. Amikor Castor már nem bírja idegekkel a dolgot föláll, és Lazarro fülébe súgja valódi kilétét, majd a földhöz löki a rendőrfőnököt, aki ekkor szívrohamot kap és rövidesen meg is hal. Ezalatt Sean felkeresi otthonában feleségét, Eve-et, és elmondja neki, mi történt vele az elmúlt néhány napban. Eve először nem akar hinni neki, viszont Sean megkéri, hogy vizsgálja meg a férjének hitt Castor vércsoportját, hiszen az nem egyezik az övével. A megérzésére hallgatva este Eve egy tűvel mintát vesz Castor véréből, és munkahelyére, a kórházba megy, ahol megvizsgálja azt. Az eredményt látva a nő most már mindent elhisz amit a férje mond, ám egyelőre nem mer nyíltan fellépni Castor ellen.

Másnap elérkezik a végső megütközés órája, méghozzá Victor Lazarro temetésének napján. A gyászszertartáson Archer és Castor is részt vesz, majd esemény után a két fél ismét szemtől szembe találja magát egymással, és immár harmadszor kezdenek heves tűzharcba. Hirtelen azonban megjelenik a helyszínen Sasha Hassler, és Castor két cinkosa is, akik Archer feleségét és lányát hozzák túszként. Sasha bosszút akar állni az Archernek hitt Castoron a bátyja haláláért, ezért tűzharcot kezdeményez. A felek közti újabb lövöldözés végére azonban Sasha és a két bűnöző életét veszti, Castor pedig megpróbál elmenekülni, de Sean elszántan üldözni kezdi a temetőben. Mikor kettejük harcába Archer lánya, Jamie is véletlenül beleavatkozik, Castor elfogja, de Jamie a még tőle kapott tőrrel súlyos lábsérülést okoz Castornak, és kiszabadul. A hajsza ezután a temető kapuin kívül folytatódik hosszas, motorcsónakokos üldözéssel a tengeren, majd a végső leszámolásra egy kikötőben kerül sor: Sean és Castor itt kézitusába kezdenek, amiben aztán Sean kerekedik felül és sarokba szorítja ellenfelét. Castor ekkor kénytelen belátni, hogy veszített, de az utolsó erejéből még megpróbálja elcsúfítani Archer arcát egy éles fémdarabbal, ám nem sikerül neki, mert Sean egy szigonypuskával végez vele.

A történtek után Sean visszakapja régi arcát és életét, és Sasha végakarata szerint családjával örökbe fogadja annak kisfiát.

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Sean Archer: FBI ügynök, akinek csak az a cél lebeg a szeme előtt, hogy elkapja  fia gyilkosát, Castor Troy-t. Miután Castor kómába esik egy sikeres akció végén, Sean egy műtét segítségével magára ölti ősellensége arcát, hogy egy létfontosságú információt megtudhasson Castor öccsétől. A dolgok azonban máshogy alakulnak, Seannak pedig utána már azért kell küzdenie, hogy megvédje a becsületét, és visszavegye az életét a kómából felébredt Castortól, aki Archer arcával szabadlábon jár.

Castor Troy: Hírhedt terrorista, aki évekkel ezelőtt megölte Sean fiát, most pedig egy bombával fenyegeti a várost. Amikor kómába esik egy baleset következtében, Archer átmenetileg "kölcsönveszi" az arcát. Troy azonban felébred a kómából, és követelné vissza az arcát, ám inkább Seanét ölti magára, és átveszi gyűlölője szerepét annak életében.

Dr. Eve Archer: Doktornő, Sean felesége. Ő is legalább annyira nehezen viseli a fia elvesztését, mint a férje. Mivel Sean nem avatja be az arcátültetős akciójába, ezért Eve nem is sejti hogy amíg az igazi férje börtönben raboskodik, addig ő valójában a fia gyilkosával fekszik egy ágyban. Ezért is éri olyan sokkolóan, amikor az igazi Sean titokban felkeresi és vérvizsgálattal bebizonyítja, hogy egyikük sem az, akinek látszik.

Pollux Troy: Castor öccse, paranoid személyiségzavarban szenved: senkiben sem bízik, a bátyján kívül. A betegségéből adódóan zárkózottabb természetű, mint Castor, de a bűnre ugyanolyan fogékony. Sean tőle tudja meg, hogy hol van elrejtve a várost fenyegető bomba. Polluxot azonban kihozza az igazi bátyja a börtönből, majd ketten eljátsszák a saját ördögi tervük meghiúsítását. Pollux Castor egyik magánakciója során veszti életét, amikor Sean lelöki egy háztetőről.

Sasha Hassler: Castor volt barátnője. A kisfia, Adam, akinek Castor az apja, megszólalásig hasonlít Sean elhunyt fiára. Amikor Sasha a Sean és Castor közti végső összecsapás során meghal, a fiát a végakarata szerint Seanra bízza, mivel ő sincs tisztában a két ellenség valódi kilétével.

Produkció
Az Ál/Arc legelső forgatókönyv-vázlatával Mike Werb és Michael Colleary már 1990-ben házalt a stúdióknál, mielőtt a hongkongi rendezőt, John Woo-t bevonták volna a projektbe.

Eredetileg a film a távoli jövőben játszódott volna, a két főszerepet pedig Arnold Schwarzenegger és Sylvester Stallone játszotta volna. Ezután Harrison Ford-ra és Michael Douglas-re gondoltak a producerek, majd mikor a forgatás elkezdődött, Michael Douglas volt a film executive producere. A két író, Werb és Colleary a Megszállottság (1949) és a Második lehetőség (1966) című filmeket használták inspirációnak.

Mikor szóba került a rendező személye, azonnal Woo-t keresték meg, ő azonban először visszautasította a felkérést, mivel nem adtak neki elég szabadságot és kreativitást a film elkészítéséhez. Később, mikor a stúdió mégis beleegyezett, Woo az egyik szerepre John Travoltát jelölte ki, aki korábbi filmjében, a Rés a pajzsonban szerepelt (később Cage szintén játszott Woo másik filmjében, A fegyverek szavában). Mivel a rendező szabad kezet kapott, lehetősége nyílott kitérni a pszichológiai elemekre, melyek a két ellenfél, valamint "Archer" és családja közötti viszonyt befolyásolják.

A gyártási költség 80 millió dollár volt, így a koordinátoroknak és a speciális effektusok csoportjának lehetősége nyílt kemény, látványos és véres jeleneteket csinálni. A film egészét Los Angelesben forgatták. A jelenetekben feltűnnek Woo gyakran használt stílusjegyei, mint például az akciók közbeni lassított felvételek.

A filmbeli terrorista testvérek, Castor és Pollux a görög mitológiában Kasztór és Polüdeukész, az Ikrek csillagkép két legfényesebb csillaga, Zeusz és Léda közös gyermeke. A fivérek együtt küzdöttek a trójai háborúban (ld.: Troy vezetéknév). Anyjuk, Léda a trójai Heléna anyja volt. Polüdeukész halhatatlan volt, Kasztór halandó. Az apjuk megengedte nekik, hogy napokat töltsenek az alvilág és az Olümposz között, mert megsajnálta őket, emellett Zeusz Kasztórnak adta fivére fél halhatatlanságát, mert tudta, hogy a fivérek nem viselik el, ha a halál elválasztja őket.

A film végénél látható lövöldözés a templomban Woo korábbi filmjéhez, az 1989-es A bérgyilkoshoz hasonlítható, a fehér galambokkal együtt. A fehér galambok a béke szimbólumai. Szintén a film végén látható motorcsónakos üldözés eredetileg Woo első amerikai filmjében, a Tökéletes célpontban lett volna látható.

Az ál/arcot viselő Archer és felesége közötti kórházi dialógus is sokat változott a forgatókönyvhöz képest. Cage eredetileg érzelemmentesen adta elő a jelenetet, de Woo azt mondta neki: Szeretném, ha sírnál., így másodjára Cage sírni kezdett. Abban a jelenetben, mikor Archer arcáról lekerül a kötés, és meglátja ellensége arcát a tükörben, a forgatókönyv szerint Nicolas Cage-nek csak dühösen be kellett volna hajtania a tükröt. Leforgatták ezt a változatot, de Cage-nek nem tetszett, ezért megkérdezte John Woo-tól, hogy kimondhatja-e, Basszátok meg!. A rendező beleegyezett, mire Cage üvöltözni kezdett, és ahogy a filmben látjuk, egy ruhafogassal betörte a tükröt. Az alakítás után Woo közölte Cage-dzsel, hogy elfelejtette bekapcsolni a kamerát. Cage nem bánta, ezért ismét megcsinálta a jelenetet.

A filmben 63 ember hal meg.

Megjelenés
Az Ál/Arc bemutatója 1997. június 27-én volt és a nyitóhétvégén rögtön 23 millió dolláros bevételt hozott, majd az 1997-es év 11. legtöbbet hozó filmje volt az USA-ban és 14. az egész világon. Az Amerikai Egyesült Államokban 112 276 146 dollárt hozott, világszerte pedig 245 676 146 dollárt szedett össze.

Az Régió 1-es DVD-t 1998. október 7-én adták ki, ez volt az első filmek egyike, ami DVD-re jelent meg. A Tizedik Jubileumi Kiadást 2007. szeptember 11-én adták ki, szintén DVD-n, október 30-án pedig az Egyesült Államokban, HD-DVD-n. Az új DVD-s kiadás 7 kimaradt jelenetet, egy alternatív befejezést és több tucat extrát is tartalmaz.

A Blu-Ray változatot 2007-ben adták ki az Egyesült Királyságban, majd a következő évben az USA-ban, a Paramount Pictures forgalmazásában.

Fogadtatás
A filmet szinte csak pozitívan értékelték a kritikusok, dicsérték a szerepcserés megoldást, valamint Travolta és Cage alakítását. Az Internet Movie Database-on  7,2 ponton áll, így jóval a középmezőny felett teljesített, a Rotten Tomatoes honlapon 93%-os "friss" értékelést kapott.

A filmet jelölték a  Oscar-on a Legjobb hang kategóriában, de  a Titanic című film nyerte meg ezt a díjat, az Ál/Arc a Legjobb hangvágás kategóriában kapta meg.

Szaturnusz-díjra jelölték  a Legjobb rendezés és forgatókönyv kategóriában, amit meg is nyert, valamint az MTV Movie Awards-on a Legjobb jelenet (a motorcsónakos üldözés) és a Legjobb páros (Travolta és Cage) kategóriában.

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Local teams shoot it out at Denison
Dave Weidig
GRANVILLE - Newark-Northridge is not a matchup you're going to see during boys basketball season, but at Friday's Mid Ohio Shootout, hosted by Denison University, it was what Vikings' coach Brian Blume wanted.
"I asked to play a bigger school," Blume said, after Northridge beat its two opponents earlier in the day. "I wanted to see how we would handle ball pressure against bigger, athletic kids, and I think we did a pretty good job. It's not like we have anyone 6-foot-6. Our tallest guy is 6-2."
The Vikings stunned Newark early on, jumping out to a 12-point lead. But the veteran Wildcats, who blew through opponents all day long including a 30-point win against Kettering Fairmont, finally came back and pulled away to a 76-54 victory.
"I told them to hold their heads high," Blume said. "We came here to get better, and I think we definitely did. We lost our legs there a little bit at the end, but we played really hard, and we competed."
Senior-to-be Daniel Hatfield, who led the Vikings in scoring and assists during the tournament, was well aware how good Newark was. But he and his teammates welcomed the challenge.
"I had heard a lot about them, and played with a couple of them," he said. "We had to be confident coming in, and I think we were. We have a new weight room at the school now, and everyone is getting stronger. We have more confidence, and our new players and guys up from the JVs have stepped up."
Friday's games, which took place in Denison's Livingston Gymnasium and the auxiliary gym, also featured another Newark team, plus Licking Valley and Newark Catholic from the Licking County League. Also on hand were Franklin Heights, Kettering Fairmont, Waterford, Big Walnut, a pair of Olentangy teams, New Hope Christian and Hopewell Loudon.
It gave first-year Licking Valley coach Tim Pethtel a chance to see how quickly the Panthers are taking to the new offensive and defensive systems he has installed.
"Our biggest thing right now is learning, and learning how to compete," he said. "If we compete and not give up, when we give up 10 straight points, we're going to be fine. We're doing team activities for all but five days of June, which is something different."
He was pleased by the progress the Panthers made during the day Friday.
"Our last game against Olentangy, which is Division I, we had them with about 10 minutes, but ran out of gas," he said. "We're going to be young. We're looking at starting a freshman point guard, plus a couple of sophomores and juniors. But we have loaded upcoming freshman and sophomore classes, so the future looks bright."
Newark Catholic went 3-0 on the day before falling to Newark in the overtime tournament. NC is rebuilding after graduating Max Hogue and a strong senior class, but coach Eric Sheck was pleased with his team's performance Friday. So was senior guard Jake Priest.
"We played really hard, and when we do, we can be good," Priest said. "We're trying to prove to people that we're still going to be good, and we've had some younger guys step up and they're working hard.
"Today was good for situational stuff, like playing close games, coming back from a deficit, holding leads and just playing together. I think we accomplished a lot."
Denison coach Bob Ghiloni, who led the Big Red to the North Coast Athletic Conference tourney title and an NCAA berth, has hosted the shootout ever since he got the job. Last Saturday, there were 20 teams including Watkins Memorial, Northridge, Granville Christian and Utica. Last Friday, 14 were on hand including Granville.
"It gives us a chance to make some contacts and do a little recruiting, but it's really not much," he said. "I've always enjoyed Licking County basketball, and we like having their teams here. Newark is always here. Most teams play three games, but Newark wanted to play a fourth, plus we have the overtime tournament for teams that want it. It's just nice to have basketball in these gyms."
Other schools that took part over the three days included Grove City, Springboro, Linden McKinley, Walsh Jesuit, Crooksville, Fairfield Union, Northmor, Bloom-Carroll, Hamilton Township, Alexander, Madison Plains, Grove City Christian, River, Millersport, two from Sheridan and Fairbanks, Maysville, Delaware, Marion Harding, Westland, Bellefontaine, Circleville, Westfall, Fairfield Christian and North Union.
dweidig@newarkadvocate.com
Twitter: @noz75


I can't eat mac and cheese without burying it in ketchup. It's just about the only thing I ever eat ketchup on.
Hmm. That isn't really relevant to the Stouffer's vs. Michelina's debate, is it? Sorry.
That's okay Dave, we're here for all your snacking thoughts 🙂 I do think that's interesting though. I know it's not uncommon but I don't know anyone who puts ketchup on their m&c. Hot sauce, but not ketchup. I'll give it a try!
Howard Johnson's food products were sold off in the early 2000's, and apparently have been sold/distributed to various food makers of dubious financial stability. I miss their mac n cheese, too (an occasional treat), and especially the blueberry toasties – those were my husband's favorite! If you want some interesting reading, visit hojoland.com for the Howard Johnson's restaurant history.
Thanks Dave. At least I'm not the only one. I like to brown hamburger and add it to my mac & cheese along with a little ketchup. You're not alone Dave.
Oh, geez, I couldn't get over "vomit fest" in the intro.
Anyway… I have tried both. I prefer Stouffers.
Oh, and long time reader… first time commenter, I think. Love the blog. Keep up the good work.
Crazy for Stouffer's in college. Consumed thousands. Today, they kind of pricey at $2.37 to $2.99 depending on where you buy them.
Michelina's is usually 5 boxes for $5.00. So they're half the price! Possibly even less. So, at a buck a box how can you really go wrong? Sure Stouffer's is creamier, cheezier and better tasting…but saving so much money I quickly changed to Michelina's. And now I'd never go back to Stouffer's… Never. Way too expensive compared to Michelina's. In fact, Michelina is such a success at some stores that they had to take it off the shelf because the Stouffer's doesn't sell. This really makes me mad too. Stouffer's is using their power and leverage from other frozen products to keep Michelina from moving in as a better value.
I say buy Michelina's until Stouffer's lowers their price.
I love Stouffer's. It's so cheesy and tastes homemade. I like all the sauce too. I feel like this review is a bit biased because how could you approach a food you barfed up a dozen times and not automatically dislike it a little bit? I rarely get sick, but the past 3 times (over 20 years!), it has been after eating spaghetti. Each time I couldn't eat spaghetti for about 2 years after and wouldn't have been able to judge it fairly. I didn't get sick because the spaghetti was bad either, it was just that I ate a lot of spaghetti growing up!
Might I suggest Trader Joe's – Joe's Diner Mac & Cheese … it will make you smile.
To be honest, I don't like the look of that. Reminds me of something.
If you don't like ketchup try a little salsa on your Mac And Cheese, it is pretty good.
I will probably never by Michelina's again. Bought two Cheeseburger Mac packages. Mac and Cheese tasted fine, sauce was alright neither too much or too little. But the sausage. What Sausage. The first package I prepared had 1 little piece of hamburger half the size of my pinkies finger nail. The second package, Nada, nil, none. Not one scrap of hamburger. As I said I'll never buy the product again.
Stouffers: Stank, I know it is cooked cheese but it was too strong for my liking. I didn't like the texture when eating it. The flavor was ok at best, edible.
Michelinas: Amazing price. I didn't smell a stinky odor after cooking like I did with Stouffers. The noodles were great, the sauce was good and although it could probably use a little more it covered it enough where I have no complaints. I love this Mac and cheese and will definitely be stocking up on it next time I go grocery shopping.


All of these proposed measures would be welcomed by Problem Gambling Ireland, as the current vacuum in legislation only serves to create an environment where gambling-related harm can thrive. A dedicated Gambling Regulator with the power to press criminal charges against gambling licence-holders who breach the proposed laws would greatly reduce some of the sharp practices currently in evidence. Also, a Social Fund, into which gambling licence-holders would be compelled to contribute, would greatly increase the provision of dedicated gambling addiction services in the areas of treatment, prevention, education, research and evaluation of services.
However, the response from one of Ireland's Gambling Industry heavy-weights, Paddy Power, may be indicative of the general attitude to the proposed legislation within the industry. In their submission to government in relation to the Heads of the Bill, they stated "We are concerned however by the proposal to apply the contribution to the Social Fund based on turnover (Head 80) given the intense international competition for online gambling and the narrow margins which generally apply for gambling products. We would encourage the Department to explore models from other jurisdictions that have similar systems in place which are working effectively, for example the UK where operators contribute voluntarily to the Responsible Gambling Trust (RGT) on a flat rate based on scale". It is worth noting that only 63% of gambling licence-holders in the UK actually contributed to the fund in 2014/2015 and that they raised the paltry sum of £6.5 million from an industry which posted profits of of £1.42 billion in 2013 from Fixed Odds Betting Terminals alone. Paddy Power's group operating profits were €180.4 million.
Ireland has been cited as having the highest gross gambling revenue by capita in Europe (2009 figures).
Ireland has an estimated 28,000 - 40,000 problem gamblers (Irish Institute of Public Health, 2010).
Ireland has never had a gambling prevalence study.
There is currently no state agency dedicated to reducing gambling-related harm.
Ireland currently has no state agency dedicated to regulating the actions of the gambling industry.
On behalf of the tens of thousands of people in Ireland, whose lives are negatively impacted by gambling-related harm, all of us at Problem Gambling Ireland ask that the new Government act quickly to enact the Gambling Control Bill.
We are jointly lobbying the Government in collaboration with the Union of Students in Ireland (USI), the Rutland Centre and with the support of Please Talk. A PDF copy of our submission can be viewed/downloaded here.
Gambling Control Bill Lobbying Video from Barry Grant on Vimeo.


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Most of the Serengeti is grassland plains but intermittently can be found riverine forests, woodlands, small hills, and swamps that create a varied ecosystem that both attracts and supports this incredible variety of wildlife. Hippos, cheetahs, lions, leopards, elephants, zebras, giraffe, gazelles, wildebeests, hyenas, elands, buffalo, rhinos, baboon, warthogs are just a sampling of what may be experienced in the Serengeti. It is also a bird lovers paradise with thousands of birds to encounter in the various ecosystem settings.
Have you been to the Serengeti? What was your favorite part?
What was your most unusual experience?
The Serengeti is one of the 7 Natural Wonders of Africa.


It is definitely that time of year when you can't go the day without hearing that someone is on a diet, cleanse or lifestyle change. I'm not unlike everyone else. Although it was already a lifestyle for me, I just fell off track over the holidays. So, I'm back in the kitchen preparing all sorts of yummy, healthy meals.
I am going to focus on adding more raw food into my life again. Start my day with a warm glass of lemon cayenne water, a veggerific smoothie with protein powder (Vega One, Sun Warrior or Garden of Health), at lunch I will focus on 60-80% raw and the rest can be cooked and dinner will be the same ratios. Snacks will be fresh juices made by me, smoothie, almonds, veggies and hummus, fruit, rice cakes/crackers and many more.
Seeing how I'll be eating a lot of salads I thought a new dressing is in order.
Place garlic, parsley and green onion in a food processor and process for 30 seconds. Add remaining ingredients and process until smooth. Add sea salt to taste.
I found processing the garlic, parsley and green onion a bit before adding the remaining ingredients beneficial as it ensure that they get minced up sufficiently. 30 seconds was good for me, but keep going if you need to.
The consistency was perfect; thick and creamy but liquid enough that it poured freely out of the jar. Start with 1/2 cup and go from their until you find the consistency you prefer.
This salad consists of mixed greens, broccoli sprouts, shredded carrots, cucumber, sliced red pepper and broccoli. With a side of brown rice, tempeh bacon and steamed kale. This is about 70% raw and 30% cooked! I was very satisfied. In fact I could just barely finish it.


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Admiral James Caldwell assumed his duties as the Director of the Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program in August 2015.
Admiral Caldwell commanded USS Jacksonville (SSN 699) homeported in Norfolk, Virginia; Submarine Development Squadron (DEVRON) 12 in New London, Connecticut; Submarine Group 9 in Bangor, Washington; and the Submarine Force, U.S. Pacific Fleet, Hawaii. His sea tours include service in both the Atlantic and Pacific Fleets. His operational assignments include duty as a Division Officer on USS Boston (SSN 703), Engineering Officer on USS Alabama (SSBN 731) (GOLD), and Executive Officer on USS Buffalo (SSN 715).
Ashore, Admiral Caldwell served on the Pacific Fleet Nuclear Propulsion Examining Board and later as Undersea Warfare Requirements Officer on the staff of Commander in Chief, U.S. Pacific Fleet. He also served as Senior Member of the Naval Submarine Force's Tactical Readiness Evaluation Team; on the Joint Staff as Deputy Director for Politico-Military Affairs for Europe, the North Atlantic Treaty Organization, Russia and Africa; and Deputy Commander for U.S. Strategic Command's Joint Functional Component Command for Global Strike in Omaha, Nebraska, and as Naval Inspector General, Washington Navy Yard, D.C. Prior to leading the Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program, he was on the Office of Naval Operations Staff as the Director, Navy Staff.
He received his commission graduating with distinction from the United States Naval Academy in 1981 with a bachelor of science in marine engineering. He also holds a master of science in operations research from the Naval Postgraduate School.
Admiral Caldwell's awards include the Distinguished Service Medal, Defense Superior Service Medal, Legion of Merit, Meritorious Service Medal, Navy Commendation Medal, Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal, and the Naval Submarine League's Charles A. Lockwood Award for Submarine Professional Excellence.


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Note: Several Authors (Compilation), Iqbal Review: October, 1972, ed. by Abdul Hameed Kamali (Karachi: Iqbal Academy Pakistan, 1972), p. 162.
Bibliography: Iqbal Review: October, 1972. Edited by Kamali, Abdul Hameed. Karachi: Iqbal Academy Pakistan, 1972.


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Football notes: Jackson Kurth shakes off sprained ankle to churn out 100-yard games for Valparaiso
By Mike Hutton
Post-Tribune |
Valparaiso's Jesse Harper, left, congratulates Jackson Kurth (26) on a touchdown during a Class 6A sectional final on Friday, Nov. 2, 2018. (Michael Gard / Post-Tribune)
Valparaiso's Jackson Kurth is making up for lost time.
Some of it was his own doing. Some he couldn't control.
Doesn't matter now.
The senior running back is on a confident roll heading into Valparaiso's Class 6A semistate game Friday against Carmel.
Kurth rushed for 214 yards against Crown Point during a 23-6 victory in the regional. Against Penn for the Class 6A Sectional 2 title, Kurth ran for 152 yards and two touchdowns in a 21-0 victory.
The 5-foot-10 Kurth missed his junior year due to disciplinary reasons. He played early this season, but sporadically. He was hobbled with a sprained ankle for the first three games.
Kurth hurt it in practice before the season started, according to Valparaiso coach Bill Marshall, and aggravated it again in the opener against Penn.
After failing to break the 100-yard mark in the first three games, Kurth has rushed for over 100 yards in nine straight games. His performance against Crown Point last week was his highest rushing total of the season.
"I really started to feel healthy against Chesterton (the fourth game)," said Kurth, who has rushed for 1,413 yards in 2018. "I was about 75 percent healthy for the first part of the season."
Valparaiso's Jackson Kurth barrels into the end zone for a touchdown during the second half of the Class 6A regional against Crown Point on Friday, Nov. 9, 2018. (Suzanne Tennant / Post-Tribune)
Kurth said he was "set on being a leader" this year after missing last season.
The Vikings (10-2) have the state's best scoring defense. They also allow only 9.33 points per game. Their offense, though, is very good.
After struggling early, Valparaiso scored 48 points against Lake Central in the regular-season finale and 55 against Chesterton in the playoff opener.
Kurth and Jesse Harper, an inside-outside duo, have been tough on opponents. Harper is more of an outside runner and receiving threat.
"It definitely helps having Jesse on the field," Kurth said. "We are a dual threat with him and me out there. He's more of our outside guy but I don't mind going outside. We're both pretty fast.
"I think the key has been our linemen have been great."
Marshall said he's happy for Kurth.
"This is the Jackson Kurth we knew we could have," he said. "We are super excited for him and the way he's played. He had to sit back and watch last year.
"Now, with the success he's had, he has made a name for himself."
Tough one on tap: Michigan City plays New Palestine at 3 p.m. Saturday in a Class 5A semistate at New Palestine.
New Palestine (12-0) is ranked No. 1 in the 5A poll and the Wolves (10-2) are ranked No. 4. The Dragons have had games where they scored 77, 81, 64, 76, 77, 84 and 78 points. They're averaging 60.5 points.
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New Palestine's star is Charlie Spiegel, a 5-10, 221-pound junior running back who has rushed for 2,941 yards. That currently ranks 12th in Indiana for rushing yards in a single season, according to the IHSAA.
Spiegel averages 245 yards a game and 11.1 yards per carry. The Wolves lost to Kokomo last year in the semistate. Kokomo opened the season against New Palestine with a 77-0 loss.
DAC honor roll: Harper was named the offensive MVP by the Duneland Athletic Conference. He rushed for 929 yards and caught 23 passes for 408 yards. He averaged 6.7 yards per carry rushing and finished with 13 touchdowns.
Merrillville's Justen Ramsey, a 6-1, 295-pound senior defensive linemen, was named the conference's defensive MVP. The Ball State recruit finished with four sacks and 16 tackles for losses.
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This is a list of British television related events from 1948.

Events

January
5 January – Television Newsreel is first shown on the BBC Television Service.

February–June
No events.

July
29 July – The BBC Television Service begins its coverage of the Olympic Games in London by broadcasting the opening ceremony. From now until the closing ceremony on 14 August the BBC Television Service will broadcast an average three and a half hours a day of live coverage from the Games, using a special coaxial cable linking the main venue at Wembley Stadium to the television service's base at Alexandra Palace. This is the most ambitious sustained outside broadcast yet attempted by the BBC, but passes off with no serious problems.

August–December
No events.

Debuts
5 January – Television Newsreel (1948–1954)
8 February – Pygmalion (1948)
14 March – I Killed the Count (1948)
21 March – Men of Darkness (1948)
1 August – Kid Flanaghan (1948)
15 August – The Front Page (1948)
Unknown – Television Dancing Club (1948–1962) (Dancing Club from 1963–1964)

Continuing television shows

1920s
BBC Wimbledon (1927–1939, 1946–2019, 2021–2024)

1930s
Picture Page (1936–1939, 1946–1952)
For the Children (1937–1939, 1946–1952)
The Boat Race (1938–1939, 1946–2019)
BBC Cricket (1939, 1946–1999, 2020–2024)

1940s
Kaleidoscope (1946–1953)
Muffin the Mule (1946–1955, 2005–2006)
Café Continental (1947–1953)

Births
 2 January – Deborah Watling, actress (died 2017)
 19 January – Michael J. Jackson, actor
 24 February – Dennis Waterman, actor (died 2022)
 26 February – Roberta Taylor, actress
 10 March – Richard Park, media personality and businessman
 25 March – Lynn Faulds Wood, Scottish-born consumer affairs presenter (died 2020)
 28 March – Matthew Corbett, television presenter and comedian
 4 April – Derek Thompson, Northern Irish actor
 12 April – Jeremy Beadle, television presenter, writer and producer (died 2008)
 11 May – Pam Ferris, actress
 16 May – Judy Finnigan, television presenter
 31 May – Lynda Bellingham, actress and broadcaster (died 2014)
 18 June – Philip Jackson, actor
 8 August – Wincey Willis, broadcaster
 19 September – Jeremy Irons, actor
 27 September – Michele Dotrice, actress
 3 November – Lulu, singer and entertainer
 29 November – David Rintoul, actor
 22 December – Noel Edmonds, television presenter and executive

Deaths
 30 July — Hay Petrie, actor (born 1895)

See also
 1948 in British music
 1948 in the United Kingdom
 List of British films of 1948

References


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36 things do with the kids in the UAE in 2020 – TimeOut
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The UAE is full of family-friendly things to do, and we've pulled them all together in this comprehensive month-by-month list (and what mum doesn't love a list?), so that you can tick them off with your kids throughout the year, and rate them as you go.
Have loads of fun, and let us know when you've been there, done that by tagging us in your cool pics on Instagram (@TimeOutUAEKids). Now, go and have some fun with the gang.
A brand-new indoor and outdoor adventure park opened at the end of 2019 bringing with it the city's second Smash Room and a cool paintballing arena. But there are still plenty more attractions set to open at the massive entertainment destination this month, including the region's very first upside down house and a go-karting track. A top idea for active families.
From Dhs99 (per 100 paintballs). Sun-Wed, 10am-10pm; Thu-Sat, 11am-11pm. The Last Exit, Sheikh Zayed Road, Dubai, www.actionpark.ae (04 235 8893).
This huge funfair-style theme park where cultures mix together harmoniously, is a must for any family living in the UAE, or for any family visiting the UAE. With themed kiosks offering street food from around the world, fairground rides and attractions, arcade games and shows and concerts it's a must-visit, especially in January when the weather is cooler.
Dhs15. Sat-Wed 4pm-midnight; Thu & Fri 4pm-1am, until Sat Apr 4. Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road, www.globalvillage.ae.
Privilee
We know that this isn't an activity, but getting membership to Privilee is a great way to kick start your new year. Membership (one adult membership includes access for two children under 12) gives the whole gang access to more than 50 of the most luxurious beach clubs across Dubai and Abu Dhabi, 25 of which have kids' clubs. And when family or friends come to visit, you can get them their own pass for Dhs289 per week. We are sold.
From Dhs529 per month (adult). www.privilee.ae (04 554 7820).
Arabian Wildlife Centre
Budding conservationists will love learning about the different animals and ecosystems of the Arabian Peninsula here. Housing the world's largest collection of Arabian animals – such as oryx, antelopes, Arabian leopards, and flamingos – the zoo creates open and convincing examples of the animals' natural habitats. In the main building, nature lovers can see the animals through large panel windows, and enjoy the indoor exhibits and enclosures. For a particularly memorable sight, head to the snake section – if they dare – the colours and abundance of nature's most slithery specimens creates quite a spectacle.
Free (under 12), Dhs15 (over 12). Sun-Thu 9am-5.30pm, Fri 2pm-5.30pm, Sat 11am-5.30pm. Al Dhaid Rd, E88, Sharjah. (06 531 1999).
Emirates Airline Festival of Literature
Every year the huge book fair brings incredible literary talent to the UAE. This year the fair is taking place from Tuesday February 4 to Sunday February 9, and is welcoming a number of highly-acclaimed individuals such as Great British Bake Off winner and children's picture book author Nadiya Hussain, and Oliver Jeffers who has written over 13 kid's books including Stuck. There are dozens of seminars and workshops aimed at kids too. Little bookworms will love it.
Prices vary. Tue Feb 4-Sun Feb 9. InterContinental, Dubai Festival City, www.emirateslitfest.com (04 355 9844).
This massive Abu Dhabi attraction is a fantastic white-knuckle ride all-round. The theme park boasts more than 20 rides and activities, but the one you will want to strap yourself into is the record-smashing Formula Rossa. It's not for the fainthearted, however. There are heaps of less terrifying rides suitable for mini thrill-seekers such as the car carousel, driving school and an awesome super car museum – we can but dream as we gaze on the gorgeous motors.
From Dhs230 (kids), Dhs295 (adults). Open daily 11am-8pm. Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, www.ferrariworldabudhabi.com (02 496 8000).
Desert Safari with Platinum Heritage
Get a true taste of the deserts of Dubai from the air conditioned comfort of a 4×4 as you go up and down (and back up) the spectacular sand dunes. Give kids an education in local wildlife before ending up at a luxurious Bedouin camp where a brilliant falconry show, flame dancer and camel rides are laid on, alongside a six-course meal brimming with authentic Emirati cuisine.
Dhs595 per person (heritage desert safari and camel desert safari), Dhs1,595 per person (platinum safari). Open daily, 6.30am onwards. Office: Control Tower, Motor City, Dubai, www.platinum-heritage.com (04 440 9827).
motiongate
With two of the fastest rides in Dubai – The Madagascar Mad Pursuit and The Bullet Train – as well as plenty of less scary rides for younger theme park goers and an entire indoor area housing four themed zones – Kung Fu Panda, How to Train your Dragon, Shrek and Madagascar – there is something for everyone year round.
If you don't have a Dubai Parks & Resorts annual pass – and you live in the UAE – now's a good time to get one. That way you can use it to go to motiongate and again when you go to LEGOLAND and LEGOLAND waterpark later on in the year. We have no doubt that you will go more times in the year than we suggest.
Dhs275, Dubai Parks and Resorts, www.motiongatedubai.com (800 2629464).
The park, uniquely based on the Emirati "The Legend of the Lost Pearl", theme is divided into four thrill levels: Adrenaline Rush, Exciting Adventure, Moving and Grooving and, finally, Young Fun. Each zone caters to different age groups and with 40 exhilarating rides and slides there really is something for the whole crew to enjoy. The Tot's Playground is a popular spot for parents with tiny ones who are just looking to splash about.
Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, www.yaswaterworld.com (600 511 115).
Hub Zero
An amazing 18,000 square feet indoor entertainment park with an unparalleled amount for kids to do across all age groups. State-of-the-art gaming is mixed with retro classics, plus cool racing simulators, an inner-city sports court arena for Pro Evolution Soccer tournaments, a laser maze and a 46-seater 4D cinema. The exhilarating robocoaster is a must-try, as is The Void.
From Dhs165 (day passes). Sat-Wed 2pm-10pm, Thu-Fri 2pm-midnight. City Walk, Al Safa Street, Dubai, www.hubzerodubai.com (800 637227).
IMG Worlds of Adventure
The biggest indoor theme park on the planet features three zones – The Marvel Zone for diddy superhero fans, The Lost Valley where you can spot a dinosaur or two and The Cartoon Network Zone where all your favourite, colourful characters like the Powerpuff Girls and Ben 10 are hanging out. Each zone houses a host of heart-pumping rides from white-knuckle rollercoasters to less scary experiences for little ones.
Dhs257 (general admission), Dhs236 (kids under 1.2m in height), Dhs158 (ages 60 and over), free (kids under 1.05m in height). Open Sun-Wed 11am-11pm, Thu-Sat 11am-11pm. Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Road, Dubai, www.imgworlds.com (600 500 962).
Mattel Play! Town
A fun and colourful edutainment centre where lovable dinosaur Barney is a permanent fixture. Kids kids can meet Barney, go on an adventure with Thomas & Friends, be a hero with Fireman Sam, build their dream home with Bob the Builder and dance their little hearts out with Angelina Ballerina – and generally just have heaps of fun.
Free (kids under two), from Dhs110 (full-day), from Dhs59 (parents pass). Open Sat-Wed 10am-7pm, Thu & Fri 10am-8pm. City Walk, Al Safa, Dubai, www.playtowndubai.com (04 317 3999).
Aquaventure Waterpark
This huge waterpark is splashing fun for all the family from the tiniest tots up to the biggest kids – we mean you mums and dads! There are so many cool rides offering varying levels of terror – we dare you to slide down the transparent tube surrounded by sharks – and there are shady spots to chill out in.
The younger kids' area is safe for little ones to roam around, as they make their way up, over and through the giant wet pirate ship and try to avoid the enormous bucket that dumps out water periodically.
From Dhs195 (adults, residents), Dhs170 (kids less than 1.2m tall, UAE residents), free (kids under two). Open daily 10am-sundown. Atlantis The Palm, Palm Jumeirah, Dubai, www.atlantisthepalm.com (04 426 0000).
Cheeky Monkeys
A world of colour and fun awaits little explorers at the Cheeky Monkeys soft play centres. Innovative neon-lit slides, mini zip lines, brilliant dressing up area and an enormous ball pit provide endless entertainment that energetic tots love. Plus there's a café serving hot kid-friendly meals and Starbucks coffee for the mums and dads.
Dhs55 (first hour, Dhs30 (subsequent hours). Times vary. Various locations including J3 Mall, Dubai and Al Ain Mall, Al Ain, www.cheekymonkeys.com (04 276 0011).
From super cool exhibitions to awesome holiday camps, the Louvre Abu Dhabi is a hot pot of learning and fun for inquisitive little minds. With its own museum dedicated to the youngest members of the family, there is always plenty going on to keep even the smallest of visitors entertained.
The Children's Museum hosts family-friendly experiences and workshops in both Arabic and English throughout the year, and the latest one to take residency is "A Costume Adventure" that is running until July 2020 – so catch it before it's gone.
From Dhs30. Open Sat, Sun, Tue, Wed 10am-8pm; Thu-Fri 10am-10pm. Saadiyat Island, Abu Dhabi, www.louvreabudhabi.ae (600 565 566).
There's heaps of activities on offer in both the Abu Dhabi and Dubai branches, including the capital's "super tramp". This beast is four times the size of a standard trampoline and can generate a force of over 14Gs, which is what a fighter pilots feel.
X Park is a brilliant way to find your inner Spider-Man and jump around its many obstacles and pipes to work up a sweat, from its spider wall to its climbing wall. Kids can unleash all their pent up energy in this parkour zone.
Plus, billed as one of the most effective exercises you can do, trampolining is a fun, low-impact workout that tones muscles and improves coordination.
From Dhs75 (per session). Times vary. Al Quoz, Dubai and Marina Mall, Al Marina, Abu Dhabi, www.bounce.ae.
VR Park is home to a host of virtual reality games for kids of all ages, where they can challenge reality and learn at the same time.
Among the 18 separate attractions (within which there can be multiple games) found inside VR Park, you'll be taken to distant planets, the distant future and the not-so-distant world of a fully virtualized Dubai, in a series of games that have been specially designed with some of the world's top VR production houses.
VR Park is also designed to slowly and safely introduce kids to virtual reality, with various tame experiences for little ones.
Free entry, from Dhs90 (Super 7 pass). Open Sun-Wed 10am-midnight, Thu-Sat 10am-1am. The Dubai Mall, Downtown Dubai, www.vrparkdubai.com.
We Rock The Spectrum
Providing safe sensory experiences, this kids' gym is a real favourite for all the tribe.
While it encourages open play, We Rock the Spectrum Kids' Gym also offers arts and crafts classes for little creative kiddos to enjoy, as well as fitness and lab lessons for high-energy tots and inquisitive little minds.
A fab day out for your active little people.
From Dhs63 (per hour). Jumeirah Beach Road, www.werockthespectrumdubai.com (04 343 2442).
Extreme Fun
This is a popular soft play hotspot not just with the little ones, who can play safely in the separate toddler area, but with older balls of energy up to ten years old who love the climbing, exploring and sliding. The arts and crafts zone is always a huge hit too, with everyone.
Dhs50 (first hour, kids six months-12 years). Daily 9am-8pm. Various locations including Motor City, Dubai, www.extremefun.ae (04 452 5543).
There's just something fun about pretending to be a doctor, a fireman, a chef or a builder. KidZania is a magical world of make believe where children can role play more than 40 professions and earn their own KidZania money, which they can then spend on their way out in the on-site shop.
From Dhs94.5 (kids two-three), from Dhs166.5 (kids four-16). Times vary. The Dubai Mall, Dubai and Yas Mall, Abu Dhabi, www.kidzania.ae (800 382246255).
Warner Bros. World
This indoor (which is why the middle of summer is a great time to go) mega-park brings superheroes, villains, cartoons and favourite characters from your childhood to life on Yas Island. Split into six distinct and vibrant zones – Bedrock, Warner Bros. Plaza, Metropolis, Gotham City, Cartoon Junction and Dynamite Gulch – there is plenty to keep even the smallest of adrenalin junkies entertained for hours, while the real thrill seekers risk the faster, white-knuckle rides.
Dhs295 (adults), Dhs230 (kids up to 1.1m), free (kids under three). Open daily 10am-9pm. Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, www.wbworldabudhabi.com (600 511 115).
Air Maniax
This colourful, bouncy hangout is a huge hit with energetic kids. Spread over 23,000 square feet, Air Maniax's biggest zone is an inflatable arena for kids of all ages – and adults too. Older kids will love the challenging obstacle courses, the zip line and laser tag game, while the littlest bouncers have their own dedicated toddler area to go crazy in. The colour-coded, sensor-activated wristbands are an added bonus that allow competitive children to go up against each other to get the highest scores.
From Dhs80 (general access). Sat-Wed 10am-7pm, Thu 10am-9pm, Fri 9am-9pm. Street 1, Al Quoz 1, www.airmaniax.com (04 348 8981).
Dit It
A play space that's based on a real-life construction site, kids can dig, move, tunnel, climb, build and create here. They can also drive a remote controlled truck, pilot a mechanical arm and even try out a full-size digger while building their skills.
Dhs125. Daily 10am-10pm. The Springs Souk, www.digitdubai.com (04 438 4479).
Wavehouse
Wavehouse brings together live music, gaming, bowling, dining and a wave machine all in one place, giving you more options for those day-to-night outings with the brood.
Located in The Avenues and overlooking Aquaventure Waterpark, it blends grown-up time with family activities so that you can spend the day with the kiddies without jumping into a ball pit.
For youngsters and adults seeking a good strike, a four-lane, ten-pin bowling alley awaits complete with visual 3D mapping projections (and super plush couches). Lanes can be hired from Dhs60 per person, per game from noon to 1am daily.
Little and not-so-little ones can also head to the LEVELS arcade and soft play zone, where they'll find five levels of padded mazes, climbing frames and mega slides. Plus, over 50 games including the world's largest Pac Man.
Prices and timings vary. The Avenues, Atlantis The Palm, atlantisthepalm.com (04 426 2000).
Nickelodeon Kids Choice Awards
It's the biggest, slimiest party in the world and it was held in Abu Dhabi for the first of five yearly ceremonies celebrating kids entertainment in the UAE capital. The inaugural event was hosted by Jason Derulo and Haifa Beseisso with performances by Conor Maynard, Fnaire, Dyler and Nora. A huge celebration of children's entertainment that was a brilliant day out for the whole family – no doubt 2020 will be just as successful so don't miss it. The World of Nickelodeon is also worth a visit – a huge exhibition where kids can meet all their favourite characters and enjoy heaps of activities.
Prices, dates and timings to be announced, www.kca.nickelodeonarabia.com.
Oli Oli
Passionate about positive play and the power of imagination, there are eight galleries and more than 40 exhibits inspired by the work of leading educators, artists and development psychologists.
It's an interactive adventure that stimulates a child's body and mind.
Free (kids under 12 months), Dhs78 (kids 12-23 months), from Dhs156 (kids over 23 months), Dhs21 (adult). 9am-9pm, Sun Oct 18-Thu Oct 22. Al Quoz 1, www.olioli.ae (04 702 7300).
Wild Wadi
With over 30 rides, a wave simulator and lazy river, Dubai's original waterpark has a lot going for it.
The Wipeout and Riptide Flowriders offer the ultimate surfing experience.
It is also worth queuing up for the Burj Surj – two super-fast slides that cascade down into a "bowl" – and Tantrum Alley – which contains three hair-raising "tornado" slides. But the park's main attraction is the Jumeirah Sceirah, which has two 32 metre-high tandem slides and whizzes you downwards a speed of 80kph.
Dhs270 (adults), Dhs220 (kids under 1.1m). Open Sun-Thurs 10am-7pm, Fri 10am-10pm. Jumeirah Beach Hotel, Umm Suqeim, Dubai, www.jumeirah.com (04 348 4444).
Laguna Waterpark
With four distinct zones, half a dozen standalone rides, flumes and slides, a lazy river, an infinity pool and the region's first 180-degree surf park, Laguna has something for the teen adrenalin-seekers to the tiny tots looking to splash around.
And if you have little ones on your hands at the start of the week, take advantage of the Laguna Mamas on Mondays pass, which is valid every Monday between 9am and 1pm for Dhs95 (online price). The pass includes access to all rides and breakfast – winner.
From Dhs145 (day pass for UAE residents booking online). Daily 10am-sunset. La Mer, Jumeirah 1, Dubai, www.lagunawaterpark.com (800 637227).
Enjoy more than 40 rides, shows and attractions on six themed lands crammed with 15,000 LEGO models and more than 60,000 LEGO bricks.
Start off at the factory where you'll get a guided tour and find out how LEGO bricks are made, before moving onto LEGO City where you can learn to drive an electric car and fly a LEGO plane.
From there it's onto the various kingdoms and imagination zones, before taking a turn on some rides at the Adventure zone before heading to Miniland, where you'll be able to marvel at 20 miles of LEGO bricks.
The reason we have suggested you visit in October is because LEGOLAND throws the most spooctacular Halloween parties that little ghouls and monsters will love.
From Dhs275 (adults), free (kids under three). Open Sat-Wed 10am-6pm, Thur-Fri 10am-8pm. Dubai Parks And Resorts, Dubai, www.legoland.com/dubai (04 820 0000).
Imagine a rain forest right in the heart of Dubai, with colourful flora and exotic birds, animals and insects all existing in an ecosystem expertly put together by botanists, zoologists and scientists – and you've got The Green Planet.
The indoor bio-dome houses over 3,000 plants and animals including sloths, bats and snakes.
Dhs99 (adults), Dhs74 (kids aged three-11). Open Sun-Wed 10am-7pm; Thu-Sat 10am-8pm. City Walk, Al Safa Street, Dubai, www.thegreenplanetdubai.com.
Aventura Parks
Encourage them to reach for the skies as they hit the tree tops for some fun climbing, balancing, tree-surfing and zip lining action in Mushrif Park. Let them get back to nature as they safely explore the tight-ropes and rope bridges suspended high above the ground in the branches of the lofty trees.
Dhs149 (kids under 1.4 metres), Dhs185 (kids and adults over 1.4 metres), Dhs329 (kid season pass), Dhs399 (adult season pass). Mushrif Park, Gate 1, Dubai, www.aventuraparks.com (052 178 7616).
LEGOland Water Park Dubai
Aqua fun for the whole family at this water park where the rides are great, the water is cold and the sun always shines. The Joker Soaker kids' area has the perfect amount of tumbling buckets of water, water shooters and slides, the lazy river is a great way to chill out and stay cool and with 20 water slides throughout the park to enjoy, there is no excuse not to get wet.
Dhs165 (adults), free (kids under three). Open daily 10am-6pm. Dubai Parks And Resorts, Dubai, www.legoland.com/dubai (04 820 3123).
This family-friendly al fresco market pops up once a year between October and April at the Dubai Police Academy Park. There is loads to do for all the family in addition to local craftmakers selling their wares, with slime-making, arts and crafts, animal care experiences, pony rides and ninja warrior obstacle courses courtesy of Just Play.
Free. Fri 9am-7pm, Sat 1pm-8pm. Academy Park, Umm Suqeim, www.ripeme.com (04 315 7000).
Jingle All the Way at Dubai Opera
Grab the gang, head to Dubai Opera, and work on your vocals for this annual festive family sing-along that never fails to get everyone in a jolly Christmas state of mind. The London Concert Orchestra Show Band, Capital Voices and West End soloists lead the audience in singing all the carolling favourites including Frosty the Snowman, Silent Night, Santa Claus is Coming to Town and Let it Snow.
Prices and times vary. Dubai Opera, Downtown Dubai, www.dubaiopera.com.
Ski Dubai is a fun, albeit chilly destination throughout the year, but in our eyes there's no better time to visit than in December when the indoor snow resort becomes a winter wonderland for Christmas.
Kids will love the snow park where they can pull each other around the slippery snow on toboggans, climb an icy wall, mess around in the snow plough playground and enjoy a whole load of frozen fun.
Afterwards, grab a nice, warm cup of hot chocolate (you'll need it for those little icy fingers and toes) at the café next door and watch everyone else having fun in the snow through the huge glass windows.
Dhs190 (Snow Park for kids and adults). Mall of the Emirates, Dubai www..skidxb.com.
Sky Zone is an indoor trampoline park where little adrenalin junkies can work their way around the various areas that include a foam zone, dodgeball arena and zip line.
The youngest jumpers have their own toddler area to play in, which is supervised by staff to keep little ones safe.
There is also a great café for parents where healthy snacks are on offer for the mini bouncers in addition to the usual pizza and chicken nuggets. And a bonus for the parents? The coffee isn't half bad either.
From Dhs60 (60 minutes). Thu-Sat, 10am-midnight, Sun-Wed, 10am-1pm. www.skyzone.ae (800 759 9663).
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For our golf-lovers here at Hyde Park, we have just the place for you to check out this week! With the beautiful weather upon us, what's better than a day full of golfing at the beautiful River's Bend Golf Course! Located on the picturesque James River, River's Bend is a championship 18-hole course that offers golfers of any skill level tight fairways, deep bunkers and plenty of water! The course stretches a whopping 6,671 yards and is known for being "the best greens in Richmond." Take advantage of the gorgeous weather this week and come enjoy a truly amazing golf course, located at 11700 Hogans Alley right here in Chester!


So it looks as though today is one of those slow news days around MLS. Sure there is a SuperLiga final tonight with two MLS clubs involved but aside from that it appears that this day will just drag on until then. I will be in and out all day so updates may be few and far between. I do plan on doing some SuperLiga previewing and what not before long so stay tuned.
Until then, check out the WVH Facebook page (add us as a friend if you haven't already), or post some comments below about a trade or two in the league that you would like to see happen!


I honestly felt I was going to end up losing the plot.
When the children's mother went back to her abusive partner, little Jenny and Charlie were looked after full-time by their aunt who had three older children of her own.
"All contact stopped with Mum right at the beginning of the 6 weeks holidays. It couldn't have happened at a worse time. We had just moved house, so I was trying to unpack and pick up the pieces. I couldn't go anywhere because I had the house to sort out. All sorts needed doing and putting away. There wasn't a lot of time to spend with the kids. Charlie was angry at the time because of what happened and not best behaved.
"It was through social services that we heard about Safe Families. It was a Godsend! It took a couple of weeks to get going but it was a huge, huge help. It gave me that breathing space that I needed. It gave my daughter and me a chance to have time together; we couldn't talk with the children around. We just needed that one to one. I just needed one night, and I got more than that with Safe Families.
"Every other weekend the Host Family, Diane and Rob, would have them for the day and once a month they'd sleep over. Any extra days in between they'd phone and say, 'Can we take kids out for the day?'. They'd go to the play factory, walks, outdoor activities, sometimes to their home to play with their children.
"Diane and Rob, are so welcoming and homely. There was just something about them that I clicked with right away.
"The support helps the kids too. Charlie's behaviour is better.
"If it hadn't been for Safe Families I don't know what I would have done. It worked out brilliantly. We still have a relationship with our Host Family. One of my young ones now, he's actually out with our Host Family today. We've carried on that friendship after the support officially ended after 6 months. They'd built up a relationship with the kids and said it'd be a shame to drop all contact. It's been ideal, perfect. Really, really good. They're an absolutely lovely family as well.
If you'd like to support a family like Charlie and Jenny's please give us a shout below!
Posted April 10, 2018 & filed under News.


Discussion in 'Motorhome Accessories' started by siddle, Jun 30, 2014.
i would like to fit front and rear mud flaps to my new motorhome an elddis autoquest with a boxer cab, also any info on dirt skirts.
You can buy proper mudflaps for the front, either from your Fiat/Peugot/Citroen dealer or maybe on ebay. Easy enough to fit (make sure you fit them on the correct side) and are really good at keeping the cab and front section clean.
As for rear, because of the sheer number of different layouts, there doesn't seem to be a standard although I've read on another (!) forum in the past about people making their own up from ex-lorry mudflaps. No idea about dirt skirts - don't see them all that often.
thanks for getting back to me, i will look at the suggestions. you would think they would come with them already fitted. anybody any info on making your own for the rear and how to fit them. thanks , siddle.