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Reporter's Notebook: Top stories we covered in 2021
Music review: Gustaf closes the book on the pandemic
CGTN's Owen Fairclough reviews punk band Gustaf's latest album that speaks to the COVID-19 era.
What happens when two Lower48 journalists visit Alaska
See how two journalists from California's Bay Area in the "Lower 48 states" of the U.S. fared in the last frontier of Alaska.
After the Capitol siege, what is the future for Trumpism?
A week after the deadly siege of the U.S Congress, Owen Fairclough reflects on where Trump's insurrectionist supporters can take their movement
Reporter's Diary: Covering the George Floyd protests
More than two weeks after George Floyd's death, and subsequent protests around the country, correspondent Dan Williams reflects on what it was like to talk to people coping with the tragedy and report on the events happening.
Uncontained: the sound of a crisis
Owen Fairclough is unnerved by the timing of a post-punk masterpiece.
Cheetahs, baboons, and conservation: A Namibian adventure
A first hand look at traveling to Namibia to volunteer at a wildlife sanctuary.
Drab Majesty: the band we need right now
Owen Fairclough thinks Drab Majesty can save us from disinformation overload
Reporter's Notebook: Iran's foreign minister says country has 'Ph.D in sanctions busting'
CGTN's Asieh Namdar recently attended a meeting with Iran's Foreign Minister Javad Zarif. Here's what he said.
Reporter's Notebook: Celebrating Cambodian New Year
CGTN's Chanlee Saray-Yim describes Cambodian New Year celebrations in Silver Spring, Maryland.
Reporter's Notebook: Remembering the 2010 Haiti earthquake
It's been nine years since my deployment to cover the aftermath of Haiti's earthquake in January of 2010. At that time, I was a correspondent for a Latin American Spanish news network.
Reporter's Notebook: How the UN series on languages was produced
Part CGTN's Liling Tan's job as a journalist is to turn the language of diplomacy at the United Nations into normal-people words. In that effort she decided to report in the official languages of the UN. She reflects on what she learned in this Reporter's Notebook.
Reporter's Notebook: Covering guns in the midterm elections
CGTN's Sean Callebs recounts how he covered guns in the 2018 midterm elections.
On the road through Lhasa to Kathmandu to Paro
Two weeks and over 700 miles through southern Asia provided amazing sights and adventure for CGTN Video Editor Chris Bach. Here is a first-person account of the wonders he experienced.
Reporter's Notebook: Solitary confinement set me free
CGTN's Shane Hahm isolated himself from the outside world, voluntarily, for 24 hours. In "prison" he set his mind free.
Russia 2018 proving skeptics wrong, but what will be the legacy for the country?
The 2018 Russia World Cup is in full swing, but once the final kick has been taken, what will the legacy of the tournament be for the people? Russian authorities hope it will have a long-term impact, boosting trade and tourism, but some economists are less convinced.
Reporter's Notebook: Fighting human-trafficking by rescuing children in Thailand
CGTN's Connie Lee recently volunteered in Thailand with a group fighting human-trafficking by rescuing children. She shares some of her observations from spending time with the kids.
Galapagos adventure is one more check off the bucket list
A visit to the Galapagos Islands to experience the beauty and wildlife was on CGTN Editor Chris Bach's bucket list. He takes you on the journey.
One year after his death Cubans remember Fidel Castro
Thousands of Cubans gathered at the University of Havana on Saturday evening to pay tribute and mark the first anniversary of the death of former leader Fidel Castro. He died, age 90, on November 25, 2016. CGTN's Michael Voss attended the rally and files this Reporter's Notebook.
Reporter's Notebook: Covering Trump in China
I hope to see China with the experience of the past seven years working for China Global Television, but the new eyes of someone who has read, dreamed and written about a place, but not yet had the privilege to visit.
Reporter's Notebook: The Challenge of getting to the Northern California Fires
In one area, homes were burned to the ground…completely annihilated. But right next door, a home stood unscathed. CGTN's May Lee shares personal observations while covering the massive wildfires in California in this Reporter's Notebook.
Reporter's Notebook: When the hurricane hits home
CGTN's Nitza Soledad Perez has been covering the hurricanes in Puerto Rico, Texas, and Florida for the last few weeks. Here's how she did it.
Reporter's Notebook: Trying to get to Hurricane Irma
CGTN Correspondent Sean Callebs describes getting to Hurricane Irma.
This is China, too
When people talk about China, they mostly talk about the big cities. They talk about how modern and flourishing these crowded metropolises are. They rarely talk about the countryside like my hometown, or farmers like my grandparents.
Joining the dots on Donald Trump
CCTV business correspondent Owen Fairclough has witnessed two insurgent populist movements cause global shock waves this year and thinks it's time to join the dots on historic changes.
Unique aspects of American baseball as the World Series begins
Tuesday ushers in the first game of America's great national pastime of baseball. From the National League, the Chicago Cubs face off against the American League's Cleveland Indians.
Desert Trip: Three days of Oldchella amazed the world
The Desert Trip festival just ended its second epic concert, leaving the crowd totally amazed by the Oldchella. CCTV's May Lee was there and shares her experience.
Dallas shooting: Tragic event's impact on police brutality discussion
The opportunity to face injustice is unfortunately gone for all the wrong reasons. Now, the people who are looking for reasons not to listen have found it.
Brexit: I'm the outsider now
CCTV's Owen Fairclough is traveling in his native England and has a first hand account of the country on the Brexit vote.
LeBron James crowned king of the basketball world with historic title
Now that Kobe Bryant has retired the mantle of best basketball player on the planet rests firmly on the shoulder of King James.
Brexit: Has the damage already been done?
My casual Friday with 'The Greatest'
Around 1994 the epicenter of Black politico was Atlanta City Hall where legions of obnoxious incompetent people literally stole money by working inefficiently and collecting big paychecks often basking in the arrogance of their own ignorance.
A personal look at life in Iran
CCTV's Elmira Jafari recently visited her home country and offers her personal observations on what she saw.
Falling in love with Prince; a lifetime affair
Do you remember the first time you fell in love? I do. I was 8 years old. The object of my affection: a diminutive young man from Minnesota named Prince Rogers Nelson.
Walking with lions in Zimbabwe's Antelope Park
What is it like to spend two weeks around lions in Africa? CCTV America's editor Chris Bach recently made the trip and brought back this story and images of his experiences.
The rise of Chinese football: Chinese investment in Portugal
Luís Aguilar is a journalist and sports commentator and has authored many books covering world football. Here he contributes to CCTV America with insight into how China is helping the sport of football in Portugal.
Hoop dreams: My Paris, a reporter's notebook
CCTV America reporter Owen Fairclough shares his thoughts on on the recent terrorist attacks in Paris. He had previously lived in Paris for six years. For the second time in less than a year, I am thousands of miles away reporting on another atrocity in […]
10 questions about Iran, women and youth with Negar Mortazavi
Negar Mortazavi is an Iranian-American journalist based in New York City. She's discussed the Iran nuclear deal on CCTV America, and we asked her to tell us more about the youth and women in Iran. Here's what she had to say in a Q-and-A with anchor […]
Voices: The Iran deal moving forward
Elmira Jafari is a guest producer with CCTV America in Washington, D.C. She occasionally blogs opinions and observations about Iran and Iranian culture.
After Bangkok bombing, fears give way to strength
As the week of the Bangkok bombing comes to a close, life continues as normal for those unaffected by the events earlier in the week. But a sense of nervousness still permeates the city.
Hope: A new vibe in the streets of Tehran
There's a new vibe in the city of Tehran. It's optimism.
Backpacking the world with a purpose
Traveling has always been a passion of Clemens Sehi, but now he does it with a purpose. Elmira Jafari talked to him about his backpack treks.
Facebook's Sheryl Sandberg addresses Tsinghua University's graduates
Facebook's Sheryl Sandberg was the first female speaker to be invited as the guest speaker at Tsinghua University's School of Economics and Management graduation ceremony.
Happy (Persian) New Year! Here's how to celebrate
Elmira Jafari is a guest producer with CCTV America in Washington, D.C. She occasionally blogs about Iran and Iranian culture.
Going beyond the news headlines to the people, culture, land of Iran
The 1979 Islamic revolution, the U.S. hostage crisis, and the on-going nuclear negotiations: just some of the things that might come to mind when you think about Iran. But there is much more to this ancient land and its people than what's portrayed in the […]
Iran: A visit home after 14 years
Elmira Jafari is a guest producer with CCTV America in Washington D.C. This blog contains some of her impressions on a return visit to Iran after being away 14 years.
Mike Kirsch's reporter's notebook: portraits from oil country
Read Mike Kirsch's travel log from his visit to Williston, North Dakota.
Reporters Notebook: U.S. economy gets its groove back
In 2014, the training wheels came off the U.S. economy when one of the biggest stimulus programs in history came to an end, and in the last few months of the year, U.S. economy has outstripped every major developed country. However it still faces competition […]
Reporters Notebook: Havana's doors open to global economy
Another major development for the U.S. economy in 2014 had to do with its Caribbean neighbor to the south, Cuba. CCTV America's Michael Voss reported this story from Havana.
Our favorite images from 2014
Sometimes the biggest stories of the year included images so powerful they seared into our collective memories. Sometimes, they were from not so well known stories. Take a look at the images we at the Digital Media team for CCTV America found the most compelling, […]
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No nail polishes used up this month!
Maple Holistics Argan Shampoo - This was nice enough, quite a stripping shampoo though so needed a good conditioner to follow up with [full review].
L'Oreal - Elvive Clay Masque - I didn't have much hope for this, but it did actually help stretch the time in between washing my hair, I think I got an extra day from using this sample but I would have to trial it again to make my mind up fully.
Avon Far Away Perfume - Glad to have used this up but this is not a scent I would have chosen for myself.
Yankee Candle Egyptian Musk Votive Candle - A vaguely masculine scent but didn't have much of a scent throw.
Yankee Candle Christmas Eve Votive Candle - Scent is very much a generic candle shop. Didn't have much of a scent throw.
Miss Beauty - Setting Powder Ivory 18 - This powder was a good match for my pale skin tone. I think it may be a contender to my ELF complexion perfection, although I have heard rumours ELF may be coming back to the UK in to Superdrug.
Maybelline - The Falsies Mascara - I like the curved brush on this mascara, the formula though always seemed to make my bottom lashes get stuck and tangled with my bottom lashes. I don't know if that is because I have particularly long straight lashes or if it were the formula.
ELF - Blush Brush - I won this brush, but I never really liked it, I think it is animal hair based but it sheds and it isn't soft at all. I have other blush brushes I prefer.


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Adelaide Evening Journal
Adelaide, South Australia, Australia
Adelaide Express and Telegraph
Adelaide South Australian Advertiser
Adelaide South Australian Register
Alexandria Gazette
Alexandria, Virginia, United States Of America
Alton Daily Telegraph
Alton, Illinois, United States Of America
Annapolis Evening Capital
Annapolis, Maryland, United States Of America
Ashburton Guardian
Ashburton, Canterbury, New Zealand
Atchison Daily Globe
Atchison, Kansas, United States Of America
Auckland Star
Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand
Ballarat Star
Ballarat, Victoria, Australia
Baltijas Vestnesis
Riga, Vidzeme, Latvia
Baltimore Der Deutsche Correspondent
Baltimore, Maryland, United States Of America
Baltimore Sun
Bangor Daily Whig and Courier
Bangor, Maine, United States Of America
Barton Orleans County Monitor
Barton, Vermont, United States Of America
Batavia Daily News
Batavia, New York, United States Of America
Bataviaasch Handelsblad
Jakarta, Jakarta Raya, Indonesia
Battleford Saskatchewan Herald
Bells Life In London
London, Middlesex, United Kingdom
Bendigo Advertiser
Bendigo, Victoria, Australia
Berliner Borsen Zeitung
Berlin, Berlin, Germany
Berliner Tageblatt
Biddeford Daily Journal
Biddeford, Maine, United States Of America
Biddeford Journal
Bloomington Daily Leader
Bloomington, Illinois, United States Of America
Borsen Halle
Hamburg, Hamburg, Germany
Boston Daily Globe
Boston, Massachusetts, United States Of America
Boston Post
Brenham Daily Banner
Brenham, Texas, United States Of America
Brisbane Courier
Brisbane Telegraph
Brooklyn Daily Eagle
Brooklyn, New York, United States Of America
Buffalo Daily Republic
Buffalo, New York, United States Of America
Butte Daily Miner
Butte, Montana, United States Of America
Castlemaine Mount Alexander Mail
Castlemaine, Victoria, Australia
Cedar Rapids Evening Gazette
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States Of America
Centralia Daily Sentinel
Centralia, Illinois, United States Of America
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The Independent employs reporters around the world to bring you truly independent journalism. O ne of the cruellest games to play when confronted by a new boy band is speculating which members will vanish once they split. Like all the best pop groups, they flamed out relatively quickly after that. By , Malik had quit the group under vague acrimony with his bandmates, with the rest embarking on an indefinite hiatus soon after. He was quick to confirm in interviews that he had grown tired of feeling creatively stagnant in One Direction, and his solo material only perpetuated that. It was well reviewed and produced a few hit singles, even if Malik appeared to retreat from a number of promotional opportunities. His second album, the track Icarus Falls , spoke to his feelings of insecurity and the pressures of fame, and appropriately received minimal promotion from the man himself. Since its release just before Christmas , Malik has largely retreated from the limelight. But the recent news that he is expecting a baby with his girlfriend, supermodel Gigi Hadid , indicates he today has very different priorities.
The only thing One Direction has more of than hit songs is ex-girlfriends. Within six years, the four dudes have collectively dated almost 20 girls. It's an impressive figure, especially given the fact that they spend at least 9 months of the year on the road.
One Direction members refollow Zayn Malik on Twitter, sparking Dating dish: Malik has been in an on-again, off-again relationship with.
Rebecca Caroline Ferguson is an English singer-songwriter. She was the runner-up in the seventh series of The X Factor. She briefly dated former One Direction member Zayn Malik in Her second album, "Freedom" spawned the top 20 single "I Hope". Ferguson revealed her two children were the inspiration behind the album. She is currently recording her fourth album. Zayn and Rebecca were photographed leaving a nightclub together in April Media speculated they were an item and they confirmed they were dating in May By July, break up rumours had already begun and the pair later confirmed they were only together for four months.
Ferguson called her relationship with Zayn her "first mistake" after becoming famous, in a interview, stating "That was my first mistake. I was 23, he was Of course, if it was a year-old guy dating an year-old girl, no one would have batted an eyelid, but this way around was a big deal, apparently. I didn't realise that. I was just a hippy, free-loving person, but that's not a good thing to be in this industry.
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Subscriber Account active since. Although they didn't win the competition, the band went on to have an illustrious career, releasing five albums in five years, touring the world from to , and winning countless musical awards. On March 25, , Malik officially left One Direction and the four remaining members continued to release music until when One Direction took an indefinite hiatus.
But in the past few years, the band's five initial members have come a long way in terms of their solo careers. The judges unanimously advanced Malik to the next round of the show but the singer nearly sabotaged his chances of moving forward when he refused to perform in the choreography round of the series that followed.
After a pep talk from Cowell, one of the show's judges, Malik went through with the dance performance that would eventually help to lead him to his union with the other future members of One Direction. On March 25, , Malik left One Direction and the remaining band members continued to tour and record an album without him.
One Direction practically ruled the s, releasing five albums in six years. Is there potential for a reunion in the s? But if Fleetwood Mac can do it, anyone can do it! Get this: Niall and Harry were recently in the same room. Granted, Niall was in the audience and Harry was onstage.
Niall Horan reveals Zayn Malik doesn't keep in touch with the other members of the band at all, and essentially cut himself off once he left the.
Although there wasn't a One Direction reunion planned , it didn't stop the boys posting emotional statements about their time in the band. The week before their anniversary, One Direction also announced their plan for the special day which included a special website called ' 10 Years of One Direction '. As expected the website was in high demand all day after going live in the early hours of the 23rd July, with many fans struggling to get it to load. Harry Styles and his fellow One Direction members Liam Payne , Louis Tomlinson , Niall Horan and former member Zayn Malik may have all started out their careers on The X Factor , but they've gone from strength to strength as solo artists too, with Harry recently releasing his single ' Watermelon Sugar '.
Since announcing their hiatus in , all five of the boys have gone on to do amazing things and are still friends, with Niall and Liam reuniting on Instagram Live and mocking Louis Tomlinson for being 'busy'. His star sign in Virgo.
Niall Horan is currently dating Hailee Steinfeld. The couple started dating in and have been together for around 2 years, 7 months, and 21 days. The band also won eight Teen Choice Awards in
The love lives of One Direction members get lots of attention. According to E News, Tomlinson is dating his childhood sweetheart, Eleanor.
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Welcome to Glamour UK. This site uses cookies to improve your experience and deliver personalised advertising. You can opt out at any time or find out more by reading our cookie policy. As Liam Payne prepares to become a dad , Louis Tomlinson gets back with his ex-girlfriend, Niall Horan has fun as a single man about town, and Harry Styles takes the movie world by storm with Dunkirk , we can all agree that despite our efforts, it's been hard to keep up with the One Direction boys.
Liam Payne. Taken by no one other than Miss Cheryl Cole. The couple first met when Liam auditioned for the X Factor in when he was a year-old teenager and Cheryl was years-old. The duo first started dating in , and now they they are one of our favourite X Factor couples. The duo are expecting their first child this month. His girl: Cheryl Cole. For those not in the know, Cheryl is a singer and TV personality, and best known for her tumultuous love life.
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It's been four years since One Direction announced to the world that they were going on hiatus. Fans who have been with the boys from the beginning were devastated by the news that their favorite boyband was disbanding indefinitely. Although it was the end of the road for One Direction, it didn't mean the end of their music careers. Each member has embarked on a solo career in which he has been incredibly successful!
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Niall Horan has revealed that he will have to wear a medical boot for weeks after snapping the ligaments in his foot during a boozy night out. The One Direction star, 26, told fans he was now struggling to walk following the mishap which he blamed on alcohol as well as a hidden kerb. He took to Instagram on Monday with pictures of his foot in the brace before sharing close up snaps of the unsettling green and black bruising around his ankle.
Niall and girlfriend of three months Amelia were seen getting cosy as they strolled home from a boozy dinner with friends at Fiume Battersea on Saturday. In an open letter shared online, around artists and label executives called for the British music industry to 'wipe out racism' and declared 'silence is not an option'. Liam Payne has marked One Direction's 10th anniversary by sharing the text he sent his dad the day the band were put together.
The former One Direction star, 26, said he's been keeping busy by working out regularly and cooking for his pals. Niall added that he had also discovered that 'cleaning is so therapeutic'.
Niall Horan has been keeping himself busy these past few months, while on lockdown, between making some music and even taking some much needed time off. Moreover, the handsome singer has also been quite active on social media and interacts with fans through Instagram Live sessions, where he mostly jams on his guitar. However, the One Direction member also happily makes his presence felt in IG Lives' of other celebrities. Meanwhile, the Heartbreak Weather singer has been making headlines for sparking dating rumours with Amelia Woolley, a shoe buyer for Nicholas Kirkwood.
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Here's Every single time Zayn Malik and One Direction have shaded each other over the years oops starting with the latest update:. Niall Horan reveals Zayn Malik doesn't keep in touch with the other members of the band at all, and essentially cut himself off once he left the band. After the band, he left for his reasons and then he never really spoke to us much afterwards.
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In , he auditioned as a solo contestant on the British music competition series The X Factor. He was eliminated as a solo performer before he was put into a group with four other contestants, forming One Direction. The band has released five albums , embarked on four world tours, and won nearly awards. Following the group's hiatus in , " Just Hold On " was released as Tomlinson's debut single as a solo artist in December , it peaked at number two on the UK Singles Chart and was certified platinum in the UK.
In Tomlinson appeared on the fifteenth series of The X Factor as a judge and a mentor of the "Boys" category. He became the first former contestant of the show to become the winning mentor due to his mentee Dalton Harris winning the show. In Tomlinson released " Walls ", the title track of his debut solo album. The album Walls was released on 31 January In , Tomlinson was signed as a footballer by Doncaster Rovers of the Football League Championship on a non-contract basis.
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Situated along the Rhine about halfway between the supremely scenic towns of Freiburg and Colmar, Breisach is the perfect place from which to launch explorations into the surrounding Black Forest. Yet there is much to keep travelers within the embrace of this lively city, including its Romanesque church with late-Gothic altar and cobbled streets lined by pastel-hued buildings. Just a few miles west of Breisach is the remarkable star-shaped fortress town of Neuf-Brisach, or New Breisach, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Overnight in Breisach.
When you glimpse the steep-peaked, half-timbered buildings, the place waters of narrow canals, flowers blooming on balconies and bridges, and old towers standing sentry over the scene, you know you have stepped into Strasbourg – either that, or the very pretty pages of a fairytale. The capital of the Alsace region and seat of the European Parliament, Strasbourg is simply one of the most photogenic old towns in existence. It boasts a breathtakingly gorgeous Gothic cathedral (with the tallest cathedral tower in France), twisting alleyways, a sweet collection of the aforementioned half-timbered buildings and a charm that oozes from virtually every cozy corner of Grande Île, or "Large Island," the first city center to be named a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
In 1885, "driving a Benz" meant operating a three-wheeled, open-air carriage glorified by the world's first purpose-built, rear-mounted internal combustion engine – the brainchild of Karl Benz, innovator and engineer extraordinaire. The name Benz is still synonymous with automotive innovation, of course, and the city of Mannheim is where this legacy began. It is still home to Daimler, the automotive giant with whom Mercedes-Benz eventually merged. Also born in Mannheim was the "man-powered running machine" (better known as a bicycle), the Lanz Bulldog tractor and first rocket-powered aircraft, firmly establishing Mannheim as the place for innovation and industry. Mannheim is actually the place for many things. A university town on the banks of the Rhine and Neckar, Mannheim is alive with hubs of diverse food, drink and shopping, as well as a thriving art and musical culture.
During the holidays, the Rüdesheim Christmas Market takes center stage. Try some deliciously made Rüdesheim Coffee, locally made with Asbach Uralt Brandy and whipped cream, exclusively offered during the season. With more that 100 kiosks and stalls offering local wares and seasonal gifts, there is much to see at this annual event—from local Rüdesheim coffee to global flavors like Finnish specialties and even Mongolian food fare.
Located where the Rhine and Moselle rivers and three low mountain ranges meet, Koblenz has a leg up in the scenery department. Add to that the city's 2,000-year-old history, hilltop fortress and squares lined by classic Germanic architecture and you have a place ready made for photographs. You might start by aiming your lens at the Deutsches Eck, or German Corner, where the rivers merge around a corner of land marked by a monument to Emperor William I. Ambling along the river promenade and exploring the town's narrow lanes, you might encounter medieval churches, flower-filled parks, sidewalk cafes and perhaps a weinstube, or wine tavern, an ideal venue for sipping dry Riesling and drinking in the atmosphere. Overnight in Koblenz.
For a city whose history can be traced to the 7th and 8th centuries, Düsseldorf's contemporary architecture, edgy art culture and innovative business landscape is all the more impressive. The capital city of the North Rhine-Westphalia is decidedly posh, pushing the boundaries of high fashion and high-rise design, and a culinary and nightlife scene that caters to the international elite who populate the city. Indeed, banking and cutting-edge technology industries have brought the city great wealth, while its flair for the creative and collective passion for celebrations of all kinds take some of that serious edge off the atmosphere, making Dusseldorf one of the world's most livable cities. In the Altstadt, the historical quarter along the Rhine, look for an intriguing blend of time-honored sites and traditions and a lively modern neighborhood filled with energetic bars and restaurants.
People have been fighting over Arnhem for centuries. It's no mystery, given its natural beauty, abundant parks and bicycle pathways, and lively scene of cafes and creative hubs. Perhaps Arnhem's most famous – and darkest – occupation came during World War II, when the Nazi German 10th Army invaded the Netherlands, occupying the whole country within one week. In resistance, Arnhem became the site of the largest airborne military operation in history, Operation Market-Garden, deploying more than 35,000 paratroopers over the bridges and occupied land. Today, if you look skyward, you're more likely to see vast canopies of treetops than parachuting soldiers, though the event is commemorated at the nearby Airborne Museum, boasting an impressive collection of photography, weaponry, documents and other accounts of the conflict.
Everyone has an image of Amsterdam. For some, it's small boats gliding on the canals and locals two-wheeling on bikes to and from work and, as frequently, to meet friends for drinks. For others, it's gabled buildings leaning, seemingly precariously, over cobbled streets and cozy taverns illuminated by candles. Still others imagine tulips in bloom and the colors, both muted and vibrant, of the paintings Vermeer, Van Gogh and Rembrandt. All images are true and even more beguiling when experienced in person. Sit a spell in a convivial cafe, explore world-class museums and feel the significance of a unique history—one of a city reclaimed from the sea, rising in prestige and influence as merchants built trade and wealth, and forever known for its attics and attitudes that offered refuge from war. Narrow streets and great manses tell the story not only in images but with the aroma of appeltaart, a taste of the avant garde in newly constructed buildings and a feeling of warmth from the amiable locals. Overnight in Amsterdam.
Overnight in Amsterdam on Day 11; disembark in the morning of Day 12.
Experience the holidays on a fairytale voyage along the enchanting Rhine River. Strasbourg's gothic architecture, Mannheim's thriving art scene and Basel's picturesque Old Town enchant on a journey designed to ring in the New Year in style.
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March 17, 2019 at 7:11 pm.
The Miami Dolphins reportedly signed 36-year-old quarterback Ryan Fitzpatrick to a two-year deal on Sunday, two days after trading Ryan Tannehill to the Tennessee Titans.
The journeyman Fitzpatrick joins his third AFC East organization and eighth team overall.
ESPN's Adam Schefter reported the deal was worth $11 million, with incentives that could boost the total to $17 to $20 million.
The Dolphins are hoping for some "Fitzmagic" in South Beach. Last season with Tampa Bay, Fitzpatrick made headlines by becoming the first player in NFL history to throw for 400-plus yards in three consecutive games.
While juggling the Buccaneers' starting job with Jameis Winston, Fitzpatrick finished the season with a 2-5 record. He completed 66.7 percent of his passes for 2,366 yards, 17 touchdowns and 12 interceptions.
He played previously in the AFC East as a starter with the Buffalo Bills (2009-12) and the New York Jets (2015-16). His best season was with New York in 2015 when he went 10-6 and set career highs in passing yards (3,905) and touchdowns (31).
Fitzpatrick began his career with the then-St. Louis Rams (2005-06) and has also played for the Cincinnati Bengals (2007-08), Tennessee Titans (2013) and Houston Texans (2014).
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I definitely agree there could have been more backstory, but the book does explain a bit about her father. Zara says she considered looking him up to see if he was alive but decides she'd rather not know since he didn't seem to care about her. Also, she states that her mother told her about him. Her mother and him had an affair while he was in the military and stationed on the east coast. When the affair resulted in her mother's pregnancy he left them. Her mother said he had no powers of his own but his father(Zara's grandfather) could read minds.
I guess I missed that detail about her father not having powers, although to me that doesn't make sense. If she somehow had dual powers, it should have been strong through her family line..but maybe I just misunderstood. I don't know. Either way, I just wanted more of a backstory in general about her father and grandfather.
Yeah, me too. And the father thing didn't make sense to me either. I thought maybe her mom might be hiding something , but again, not enough backstory to ever clear that up.


Couple's often forget that there is generally three songs that are required for a ceremony.
It's important that you choose three songs, no one likes awkward silence…especially at a wedding ceremony.
The song you chose to walk down the isle to is probably the most important out of the three, so decide on this one first. Choose a song that you love which meaningful to you. Don't feel like you have to pick a "wedding song" or a song three of your girl friends chose for their ceremony. This is your wedding, do it your way.
Leave your ceremony and enter married life in style. Consider choosing another upbeat and fun song! You've already mastered the act of walking down the isle, so dance your way out into the best night of your new life together as husband and wife!
Your wedding ceremony is a special moment in your life. Make it unique, make it memorable and make it you. CHOOSE SONGS YOU LOVE!


Picture cobblestone roads, pastel hue coloured low rise houses, donkeys dragging carts along the bumpy roads, vintage cars everywhere, old men playing chess in the street, and waking up in a traditional colonial home. This my friends, is Trinidad.
This wonderfully retained Spanish Colonial town was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1988, and it's easy to see why. Imagine being stuck in a time warp, think 1850's, Trinidad is a world away from the 21st century that you and I are used too.
You'll be pleased to know that despite tourism increasing year on year, you really wouldn't notice it. Perhaps we have the controversial US ban to thank for this, but for me, this couldn't have been better!
We spent four nights in Trinidad which worked out about right I'd say. We split our time between quietly wandering the back streets getting lost in the local life, visiting a handful of historical museums and churches, and topping up our tan on the beach. Heading out for dinner was a different story though, as once the sun had set, the town lit up with live-music as the rum was flowing.
There is plenty here to do, but in this sleepy town you want to be taking your time and enjoying yourself.
Cuba's best beach in the south, Playa Ancon sits just 12 km south of Trinidad, so you'll be able to tie in some sunbathing during your visit. We visited twice, and took the local bus both times which was easy to locate from the town centre. If you are visiting in peak season, then just be aware that those public buses depart roughly every hour, and do get extremely busy.
The heart and soul of Trinidad! This large square is home to a small park, the church of the Holy Trinity, Casa Padron, Casa de las Sánchez Iznaga, and the Galería de Arte Universal Benito Ortiz. Lined with beautiful buildings, Plaza Mayor is easily the most photographed spot in Trinidad – and where I took my favourite photo of the three guys in one of the images above!
During the day you'd probably just walk on by, past these steps without giving them a second thought – but make sure you stop by here at night for a spot of salsa action! Cuban's have a serious flare for dance when it comes to salsa, and you'll be able to watch some authentic hip shaking here. Live music was played later in the evenings, where locals got up to shake their thing and have a good old dance too. Every last table was filled with rum and beer guzzling spectators, but you'll find the steps leading down to Plaza Mayor were filled with visitors too. Order a drink (the barmen will bring your drinks to you on the stairs) and get involved!
Escape the town and head up to The Escambray Mountains where you can hike, explore the waterfalls, discover the limestone cliffs, and cool down in the natural ponds. This protected ecological reserve spans 200 sq km, is 800m above sea level, and is roughly 22 km north-west of Trinidad.
Join a day tour as the National Park is otherwise quite difficult to reach. There are a number of different hikes, ranging in different levels of difficulty. Something for everyone I say!
If you are going to learn how to Salsa, then you might as well do it properly! Here in Trinidad, you'll find several different places offering classes for roughly $5 per hour. Check out Salsa Express, one of the popular dance schools.
Getting lost is the best way to discover a place, but if you'd prefer not to wander too far off the radar, then follow this handy walking tour that can be found in the Cuban Lonely Planet. This photographic self-guided tour covers 2km and should take you roughly 1.5 hours. You'll find yourselves amongst the back streets deep in the heart of the local life. Plus, there will be endless opportunities to capture one of those timeless vintage car shots like my image below.
The most common form of accommodation in Cuba is a Casa Particular – a local homestay that is much like a bed & breakfast. These days you'll find a heap of residential houses that have been converted into a Casa's, but check for reviews before you book. You'll have no problem finding somewhere upon arrival, but do expect to be approached by the jintero (hustlers) who are working on behalf of the Casa's and will herd you towards their Casa's to earn their share in commission.
We stayed in a wonderful Casa that was recommended by friends – Casa Yahima & Janio. They were building an additional two rooms at the time of our visit, and have since rebranded as Las Margaritas. Four private en-suite rooms are available from $27 per night. Bit of an increase from the $20 pn that we paid!
International visitors to Cuba will no doubt find themselves flying into Havana's main airport, however there is another airport (Alberto Delgado) roughly 1km south of Trinidad. Although, only chartered flights arrive there!
You'll want a few days to explore Havana anyway, so I suggest you fly into Havana and then take a bus or private transfer directly to Trinidad. Public buses take between 6 – 7 hours, depart twice a day, and cost $25 each way. It's worth checking in with a handful of tour providers though, as you might be able to join a tour just for the transfer. That's basically what we did!
Here's a few other travel distances should you be travelling from elsewhere within the country.
Trains do exist, but Trinidad has been cut off from the main rail network for some 30 years since a hurricane effected the line.
Do you have any hot tips for Trinidad to share as well? Post a comment if so!


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Patrick Soon-Shiong (born July 29, 1952) is a South African-born Chinese-American transplant surgeon, billionaire businessman, bioscientist, and media proprietor. He is the inventor of the drug Abraxane, which became known for its efficacy against lung, breast, and pancreatic cancer. Soon-Shiong is the founder of NantWorks, a network of healthcare, biotech, and artificial intelligence startups; an adjunct professor of surgery and executive director of the Wireless Health Institute at the University of California, Los Angeles; and a visiting professor at Imperial College London and Dartmouth College. Soon-Shiong has published more than 100 scientific papers and has more than 230 issued patents worldwide on advancements spanning numerous fields in technology and medicine.

Soon-Shiong is the chairman of three nonprofit organizations: the Chan Soon-Shiong Family Foundation, which aims to fund research and erase disparities in access to health care and education; the Chan Soon-Shiong Institute for Advanced Health, which is focused on changing the way health information is shared; and the Healthcare Transformation Institute, a partnership with the University of Arizona and Arizona State University. He has been a minority owner of the Los Angeles Lakers since 2010, and since June 2018, he has been the owner and executive chairman of the Los Angeles Times and The San Diego Union-Tribune. , Soon-Shiong is estimated by Forbes to have a net worth of 11.5 billion. He has committed to the Giving Pledge and has pledged to give away at least half of his wealth to philanthropy.

Early life and education
Soon-Shiong was born in Port Elizabeth, Union of South Africa, to Chinese immigrant parents who fled from China during the Japanese occupation in World War II. His parents were Hakka originally from Meixian District in Guangdong province. His ancestral surname is Wong (黃).

Soon-Shiong graduated 4th out of his class of 189 from the University of Witwatersrand, receiving a bachelor's degree in medicine (MBBCh) at age 23. He completed his medical internship at Johannesburg's General Hospital. He then studied at the University of British Columbia, where he earned a master's degree in 1979, with research awards from the American College of Surgeons, the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada, and the American Association of Academic Surgery.

He moved to the United States and began surgical training at University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), and became a board-certified surgeon in 1984. Soon-Shiong is a Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons (Canada) and a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons.

Career
Soon-Shiong joined UCLA Medical School in 1983 and served on that faculty until 1991, as a transplant surgeon. Between 1984 and 1987, he served as an associate investigator at the Center for Ulcer Research and Education. Soon-Shiong performed the first whole-pancreas transplant done at UCLA, and he developed and first performed the experimental Type 1 diabetes-treatment known as encapsulated-human-islet transplant, and the "first pig-to-man islet-cell transplant in diabetic patients." After a period in industry, he returned to UCLA in 2009, serving as a professor of microbiology, immunology, molecular genetics and bioengineering until this date. Soon-Shiong served as a visiting professor at Imperial College, London, in 2011.

Soon-Shiong purchased Fujisawa, which sold injectable generic drugs, in 1998. He used its revenues to develop Abraxane, which took an existing chemotherapy drug, Taxol, and wrapped it in protein that made it easier to deliver to tumors. He was able to quickly move it through the regulatory process and made his fortune with this medicine. In 1991, Soon-Shiong left UCLA to start a diabetes and cancer biotechnology firm called VivoRx Inc. This led to the founding in 1997 of APP Pharmaceuticals, of which he held 80% of outstanding stock and sold to Fresenius SE for $4.6 billion in July 2008. Soon-Shiong later founded Abraxis BioScience (maker of the drug, Abraxane), a company he sold to Celgene in 2010 in a cash-and-stock deal valued at over $3 billion.

Soon-Shiong founded NantHealth in 2007 to provide fiber-optic, cloud-based data infrastructure to share healthcare information. Soon-Shiong went on to found NantWorks in September 2011, whose mission was "to converge ultra-low power semiconductor technology, supercomputing, high performance, secure advanced networks and augmented intelligence to transform how we work, play, and live." It owns a number of technology companies in the fields of healthcare, commerce, digital entertainment as well as a venture capital firm in the healthcare, education, science, and technology sectors. Particular technologies include machine vision, object and voice recognition, low power semiconductors, supercomputing, and networking technologies.
In October 2012, Soon-Shiong announced that NantHealth's supercomputer-based system and network were able to analyze the genetic data from a tumor sample in 47 seconds and transfer the data in 18 seconds. The goal of developing this infrastructure and digital technologies was to share genomic information among sequencing centers, medical research hubs and hospitals, and to advance cancer research and big science endeavors such as The Cancer Genome Atlas. In January 2013, he founded another biotech company, NantOmics, to develop cancer drugs based on protein kinase inhibitors. NantOmics and its sister company, NantHealth, were subsidiaries of NantWorks. Soon-Shiong stated that NantWorks' vision for the future of cancer treatment was a convergence of multiple technologies that included diagnostics, supercomputing, network modeling of sharing data on tumor genes and personalized cocktails of cancer drugs in multi-target attacks, to achieve a sustained disease-free state.

In 2010, with Arizona State University and the University of Arizona, Soon-Shiong founded the Healthcare Transformation Institute (HTI), which he dubs a "do-tank". HTI's mission is to promote a shift in health care in the United States by better integrating the three now separate domains of medical science, health delivery, and healthcare finance. In July 2015, Soon-Shiong initiated an IPO for NantKwest (formerly ConkWest) that represented the highest value biotech IPO in history, at a market value of $2.6 billion. In April 2016, the Los Angeles Times reported that Soon-Shiong received a pay package in 2015 from NantKwest worth almost $148 million, making him one of the highest paid CEOs. Soon-Shiong is also a member of the Berggruen Institute's 21st Century Council.

In 2015, Soon-Shiong's NantPharma purchase the drug Cynviloq from Sorrento Theraputics for $90 million dollars, including more than $1 billion dollars in compensation for reaching regulatory and sales milestones Soon-Shiong did not push forward with FDA approval as the agreement dictated, and instead allowed critical patents and deadlines lapse, presumably due to his financial interest in another drug that would compete with Cynviloq. This "catch and kill" method of eliminating competition follows a pattern of questionable business practices by Soon-Shiong, and claims of "looting" by the cleberity actress and musician Cher.

In early 2016, Soon-Shiong launched the National Immunotherapy Coalition to encourage rival pharmaceutical companies to work together to test combinations of cancer-fighting drugs. He has also met numerous times with former vice president and current US president Joe Biden to discuss more ambitious approaches to fighting cancer, including conducting genomic sequencing of 100,000 patients to create a massive database of potential genetic factors.

In 2017, as announced by press secretary Sean Spicer, then President-elect Donald Trump met with Soon-Shiong at his Bedminster, New Jersey estate to discuss national medical priorities. In May 2017, Soon-Shiong was appointed by House Speaker Paul Ryan to the Health Information Technology Advisory Committee, a committee established by the 21st Century Cures Act.

In 2017, Soon-Shiong and his wife were invited by the Smithsonian to be part of the permanent exhibit "Many Voices, One Nation" in the West Wing of the Smithsonian museum in Washington DC.

In early 2021, Soon-Shiong merged a publicly traded company NantKwest (NASDAQ: NK) with a privately held entity ImmunityBio (formerly NantCell). The new public entity after the merger is known as ImmunityBio, Inc. trading in NASDAQ under ticker symbol: IBRX.

By summer 2021, ImmunityBio had developed a T cell-inducing universal COVID-19 vaccine booster shot had reached Phase III trials in his native South Africa, with a stated goal of completely blocking transmission and stemming an endemic tide of COVID-19 variants. In December 2021, Dr. Soon-Shiong shared pre-clinical results of giving two different vaccine platforms (heterologous) and showed beneficial T cell levels using an adenovirus and mRNA technology.

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In September 2021, Soon-Shiong and President Cyril Ramaphosa of South Africa announced via a virtual press conference a new venture called NantSA with NantWorks to expand the capability of vaccine development for Africa. NantWorks has signed a collaboration agreement with the South African government's Council for Scientific and Industrial Research, the South African Medical Research Council (SAMRC) and the Centre for Epidemic Response and Innovation.

In January 2022, Soon-Shiong opened a new manufacturing facility and campus in Cape Town, South Africa with President Ramaphosa. Soon-Shiong and his entities are reported to be investing over 4 billion RAND (~$250 million dollars) into the continent.

In Feb 2022, Soon-Shiong announced results from ImmunityBio regarding a clinical trial in Non-Muscle Invasive Bladder Cancer (NMIBC) with a 24.1 median duration and 71% complete remission.

Investments
In 2013, Soon-Shiong became an early investor in Zoom, a video conferencing company.

In September 2014, NantWorks LLC, a company headed by Soon-Shiong, invested $2.5 million in AccuRadio.

In 2015, NantWorks LLC invested in Wibbitz in their $8 million series B funding.

In February 2018, the Los Angeles Times reported that Soon-Shiong's investment firm NantCapital reached a deal to purchase the paper and The San Diego Union-Tribune from Tronc Inc. for "nearly $500 million in cash" as well as the assumption of $90 million in pension obligations. Soon-Shiong, with this acquisition, became one of the first Asian-Americans to be a media proprietor through ownership in a major daily newspaper in the United States. The sale closed on June 18, 2018.

In September 2018, his company NantEnergy announced the development of a zinc air battery with a projected cost of $100 per kilowatt-hour (less than one-third the cost of lithium-ion batteries).

In 2019, Soon-Shiong became an investor in a graphene based technology company in Europe called Directa Plus. He is currently a 28% owner of the company.

In 2021, Soon-Shiong announced a new investment of $29 million in a biorenewables company called NantRenewables in SeaPoint, Savannah, Georgia.

In 2022, Soon-Shiong invested in Sienza, a lithium battery company in Pasadena, California.

Personal life
Soon-Shiong is married to former actress Michele B. Chan. They have two children, including Nika Soon-Shiong, and live in Los Angeles, California. He is an avid basketball and football fan.

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Perivan Technology Aspires to Form the Essential Core of All Regulated Financial and Professional Businesses
After 12 years, Perivan, formerly part of the Williams Lea Group, is rebranding to consolidate separate business units under one name: Perivan Technology. As Perivan Technology the company is aiming to form the essential core of all regulated financial and professional businesses; its tools currently include cloud software solutions (Software-as-a-Service): Virtualboardroom, DotApprove, and RightSlide.
When chairman, Philip Williams, led the management buyout of Perivan in 2003, he had a clear vision: to create a dynamic new business which could emerge triumphantly from the existing one; at the time, the company's core business was still focused on financial printing services.
Williams comments: "Like my great-grandfather, who drove Williams Lea, ambition is in my blood. I want Perivan Technology to be the market leader in compliant, secure document management. Compliance is already at the heart of these companies, our tools will become vital, enabling them to exercise complete compliance control. We're not shy of our ambitions; ultimately we would like to build software that automates all possible business processes."
Perivan Technology creates cloud software solutions that help boardrooms, marketing, compliance and governance teams in the financial and professional services sectors manage the increasing flow of documentation they are tasked with handling every day. A separate division will continue to offer financial printing and design services.
Managing Director, Nicholas Roi says: "I cannot stress enough how this rebrand marks a change in the very essence of Perivan Technology. We have a crystal-clear focus of our customers' needs and intend to be at the forefront of innovation from here-on-in."
As part of this, Perivan Technology is on a mission to seek out and attract a fresh range of business partners. Since its formation in 1937 the company has relied on its strong, returning customer base; these customers have stayed with Perivan having built trust as a partner and because of the company's integrity and service. Now it wants to go further; while maintaining existing relationships, Perivan wants to use its innovative software and start-up attitude to appeal to businesses, of all sizes, equally ready to embrace change and digital transformation.
Nicholas Roi, Managing Director, Perivan Technology, says: "Over the last twelve years we've been gearing up to this moment, making significant investments in the development of new software and services. From launch, all of Perivan's services have been created and developed in response to specific challenges faced by clients. When starting a new client relationship we aim to really get under the skin of that business to get to know, and act on their unique requirements. Once we've achieved that, there is minimum effort required on their part. We believe this is absolutely the right way to continue with Perivan Technology; we will be making products that we know first-hand there is a genuine thirst for within the industry."
While Perivan Technology has its eyes on future opportunities and innovation, it is determined to not lose the attributes that have made it successful up to this point. It will continue to practice open dialogue with customers, keeping them informed of product developments and asking them for feedback or input into future software development. With 24/7 support its customers can remain confident that their teams are fully supported in the creation, approval and publishing of compliant, on-brand materials.
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Beauty and the Beast (Blu-ray)
Review by: Matt Brighton and Matt Malouf
A few years ago Disney, or some studio execs at Disney, had a pretty good idea: take the animated classics that everyone knows and loves and make new, live-action films. And so we were graced with films like Maleficent, The Jungle Book and Cinderella raking in the cash. There was a bit of a misfire with Pete's Dragon, but that's ok. So the die was cast and Beauty and the Beast was next up. Given that the 1991 animated film was pretty much perfect in every way, this would be a hard one to top. What, if anything do they change? I mean, if it ain't broke…For Emma Watson it was a chance to finally shed her Harry Potter character and for Disney, a chance to get another billion in the bank. It wasn't a question of "will it work?" more like "how well will it work?"
If you've seen the animated version of the film, and let's face it – who hasn't, not a lot has changed here. We meet an arrogant prince (Dan Stevens) who's given a specific amount of time to find true love (in his current beast form) or else he'll be a beast for the rest of his life. His servants are also turned into strange household objects. We then move ahead some time and meet a young woman named Belle (Emma Watson) who feels a bit out of place in her small town. We then see Belle's father, Maurice (Kevin Kline) get lost on his way to a fair. Eventually, he's held captive by the beast. Maurice's horse is able to travel back to the village and inform them what has happened. At this point, Belle decides to go find her father and ultimately, encounters the beast. Seeing as how the beast simply won't release her father, Belle strikes a deal where she will trade places with her father. Indeed, that is what happens and Belle is now a prisoner. Several of the castle's staff hopes that Belle will be the true love of the beast so not only he, but they too will be transformed back into their human form. We then follow their relationship as the film progresses. Belle doesn't know the stipulations of the deal (she doesn't know that the beast will turn into a human) and we hope things work out.
Admittedly, Bill Condon didn't deter too much from the 1991 "source material". Even some of the shots are essentially live action versions of the animated frames. But hey, it worked. It got rave reviews. It cemented Emma Watson as a box office draw (sans wand) and it generated a ton of money for Disney. There was little to complain about. Still, we have to ask if there really was a need for this movie. Yes, with The Jungle Book – that was a major improvement. But with more live action films coming (Aladdin to name one of my personal favorites), it just seems that they're taking the easy way out. I'm really not trying to complain as the movie was enjoyable, but when so little was changed, it was like seeing a movie that you've already seen a dozen times before.
It's not all the same as the transition from animated to live action does have some very obvious benefits. The included 2.40:1 AVC HD transfer leaves very little to the imagination. Broad, sweeping visuals really do give this film a more "grand" look and feel. Disney is also the only major studio to (as of this writing) not embrace the Ultra HD/4K format and this would certainly be a prime contender for an early entry. Then again, it's hard to imagine it looking much better. The beast, nearly all CGI, looks realistic and lifelike. The hair, face and everything else really has a palpable texture to it. This is your typical big budget Disney film and it's "beauty"-ful!
With Disney still not supporting Ultra HD/4K titles, their next generation sound is also lacking. While there's nothing to really complain about with the included DTS HD Master Audio soundtrack, I can imagine that a Dolby Atmos mix might bump it up a notch. The songs sound great, crystal clear and the fill the room with ambiance. Vocals are rich and pure, surrounds are used extensively and effectively. In addition to the visuals that, as I mentioned, are "broad and sweeping" so too is the sound stage which really seems to stretch out and gives a feeling that you're right there. And that's the point, right?
There are a few different versions of this floating around and even some exclusive content. However, this is what's available on the standard 2 disc Blu-ray/DVD combo.
Beauty and the Beast Music Video – Ariana Grande and John Legend tackle the iconic theme song for the film.
Enchanted Table Read – Pretty much that. This is a table read of the movie complete with singing and dancing and even some commentary by the crew.
A Beauty of a Tale – Running nearly a half hour, this is the most robust supplement, but it's also fairly typical with some behind the scenes footage, comments from the cast and crew and the like.
The Women Behind Beauty and the Beast – We start off with an introduction from Emma Watson and some comments from Director Bill Condon about the females who took part in the film. I can't help thinking that if this was focused on the men, some would consider it sexist.
From Song to Screen: Making the Musical Sequences – Four musical numbers from the film are dissected:
Extended Song: "Days in the Sun" – Condon gives us an introduction and this version, performed by Harriet Jones.
Deleted Scenes – Eight total, with an introduction by Director Bill Condon.
Gaston Courts Belle
Bread and Jam for Agathe
Storming the Ice Gates
Lumiere Torches LeFou
Monsieur Toilette
Cogsworth Rescues Lumiere
Treacle the Lasses
LeFou and Monsieur Toilette Reunite
Making a Moment with Celine Dion – Yeah, she's still around and offers some comments on being a part of the original as well as this one.
Making the Music Video: Beauty and the Beast – The title says it all – a behind the scenes look at the music video.
Disney Song Selection – You can jump to your favorite song via this menu.
How Does a Moment Last Forever (Music Box)
Belle (Reprise)
Days in the Sun
Something There
How Does a Moment Last Forever (Montmarte)
The Mob Song
Beauty and the Beast (Finale)
There's really nothing to dislike with this live action version of the animated classic. It's got everything that the audience wanted, but it still isn't the same as the animated 1991 version. This Blu-ray delivers the goods both looking and sounding amazing. The supplements are a bit "been there, done that" but do provide some insight on the film. It's tough not to recommend this one.
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Published: June 25, 2020, 2:27 PM
Updated: June 25, 2020, 7:24 PM
Tags: Patrick Cantlay, Webb Simpson, Health, Mackenzie Hughes, Jim Furyk, Graeme McDowell, Infectious diseases, Brooks Koepka, Sports, Lung disease, Nick Watney, Diseases, Rory McIlroy, Phil Mickelson, Coronavirus, Bryson DeChambeau, conditions, Cameron Champ
Mackenzie Hughes shoots 60 for 3-shot lead at Travelers
Published: June 25, 2020, 2:27 PM Updated: June 25, 2020, 7:24 PM
Mackenzie Hughes, of Canada, watches his tee shot from the third hole during the first round of the Travelers Championship golf tournament at TPC River Highlands, Thursday, June 25, 2020, in Cromwell, Conn. (AP Photo/Frank Franklin II)
CROMWELL, Conn. – Mackenzie Hughes shot a career-low 60 Thursday to take the first-round at the Travelers Championship as the PGA Tour tried to switch its focus back to golf amid growing concerns about the coronavirus.
Hughes, a 29-year-old Canadian, had a chance to shoot the 12th sub-60 round in PGA Tour history, but his 40-foot birdie attempt on his final hole came up short. Jim Furyk shot a 12-under 58 on the same TPC River Highlands course four years ago, the lowest score in a tour event.
"I kind of joked walking off there that 59 wasn't even the record because of Jim's 58," Hughes said. "It's probably not even that special around here. But as a personal milestone it would have been neat."
It was good enough for three-shot lead over Rory McIlroy, Xander Schauffele and Viktor Hovland, who each shot 63 on a day of low scoring.
Phil Mickelson, paired with McIlroy in his first competitive round since turning 50, was one of six players to shoot 64. Bryson DeChambeau's 65 was the worst score in the marquee threesome.
There were 106 players who broke par. The record for a day at TPC River Highlands was in 2011, when 111 players were 1-under or better in the second round.
Hughes' bogey-free round included a 30-foot birdie putt on his second-to-last hole, the par-3 eighth. Patrick Cantlay was the last to shoot 60 at TPC River Highlands as an amateur in 2011.
McIlroy, who also started on the back nine, eagled the par-5 13th and followed that up with two straight birdies. He made four more birdies on the front nine for a 31.
"It's just been nice to get back into some competitive golf again," McIlroy said. "You know, it doesn't feel the same because you're not having thousands of people reacting to your birdies and getting that going. I felt the weekends have been a little flat for me just because that's when you're in contention and that's where you sort of start to feel it. Thursdays and Fridays don't feel that different to be honest, but into the weekends they do."
Mickelson learned earlier Thursday that he was granted an exemption into this year's U.S. Open for being in the top 70 in the world on March 15, when golf was shut down because of the coronavirus pandemic.
"That worked out great, to be able to know that I have a chance to go back to Winged Foot and give it another shot," said Mickelson, who finished second at Winged Foot in 2006 after a double bogey on the 72nd hole. "But I've had 30 U.S. Opens. I've had plenty of opportunities, and so if I don't qualify, I want somebody else who deserves a spot, too, to play. As long as I'm playing well enough to compete to earn my way into the field, then I want to play and keep trying to win that tournament."
Schauffele and Hovland were the best among the afternoon wave. Schauffele was 8 under through 16 holes but missed a 7-footer for par on the 17th.
"The greens firmed up a little bit," he said. "The wind, just a little bit of wind can make any course hard, so in terms of hitting it really tight, it got a little trickier late in the day."
Hovland made a sloppy bogey on 17 but rebounded with a wedge to 4 feet on the par-4 18th for birdie.
Abraham Ancer, the runner-up at last week's RBC Heritage, aced the 155-yard 16th. His 8-iron landed just over the pond guarding the green and rolled 6 feet into the hole.
"It was very anticlimactic because there was nobody out there and we couldn't high-five or anything, but still, it was awesome to have my first PGA Tour ace," said Ancer, who shot 67.
The run-up to the tournament was consumed by news about the coronavirus and questions about how long the tour can continue after two players — Nick Watney and Cameron Champ — and the caddies for Brooks Koepka and Graeme McDowell tested positive. Those were the only four positive tests of the 1,382 conducted by the tour since its return.
Players who test positive are required to withdraw. Koepka, his brother Chase, McDowell and last week's winner, Webb Simpson, withdrew because of concerns about the virus. The Travelers is the third event on the tour calendar since golf resumed.
The withdrawals opened the door for alternates including Tyler McCumber, who arrived Wednesday night from his home in Florida and shot 65.
McCumber missed the cut on the Korn Ferry Tour last week and then went camping for a few days in North Carolina's Pisgah Forest.
"I got back Tuesday, thinking that I had no chance of getting into the tournament, and then got the call from the tour about the option of possibly getting up here," he said.
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