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Leagoo S9 is an affordable good looking smartphone from Leagoo. A Chinese company that is based on manufacturing affordable smartphones for average users. The phone sports an iPhone X looks, so calling it a copycat is not a bad thing because Leagoo is good at copying other popular brands. The Wiko View 2 is not from a famous brand, but the phone comes in beautiful body design, and it packs generous inbuilt storage and capable processor. In this post, we will be comparing the Leagoo S9 with the Wiko View 2 smartphone side by side.
Leagoo S9 VS Wiko View 2: Design.
Leagoo S9 VS Wiko View 2: Display.
Leagoo S9 VS Wiko View 2: Camera.
Leagoo S9 VS Wiko View 2: Performance.
The Leagoo S9 is inspired by the iPhone X, so there is nothing special about the phone. It has a nice body that features metal and plastic, and it's available in Black, Blue, and Gold colors with body protection.
The Wiko View 2 sport a special design, the phone has a small notch which houses the round front camera, and the body is built with all metal. It measures 72.0 mm x 154.5 mm x 8.3 mm in dimensions and weighs 153 gram. The Wiko View 2 is also available in three colors variant that include Blue, Gold, and Gray colors.
The Leagoo S9 offer a bezel-less display of 5.85 inches with a screen resolution of 720×1512 Pixels and 286 pixels per inch density. It has a 2.5D curved glass and Dragontrail Glass that is scratch resistant. The Wiko View 2 has a bigger screen size of 6.0 inches with 720 x 1528 Pixels resolution and 282 pixels per inch density. Both phones have a display type of IPS, LCD Capacitive touchscreen and the Wiko View 2 also feature 2.5D curved glass, and it has 18:9 Aspect Ratio.
The Leagoo S9 has triple camera configuration while the Wiko View 2 has dual camera setup. Leagoo S9 has a dual rear camera of 13 Megapixels + 2 Megapixels with Dual LED flash and a front facing camera of 8 Megapixels with 4P Lens, F2.0 Aperture, OmniVision PureCel Sensor, and LED Flash as well. The Wiko View 2 offers a single rear camera of 13 Megapixels with dual LED flash and a front camera of 16 Megapixels for a selfie.
The Leagoo S9 still pack a MediaTek MT6750 chipset with an octa-core that clocked at 1.5GHz speed coupled with 4GB of RAM. Wiko View 2 has a Qualcomm Snapdragon 435 SoC with an Octa-Core processor that runs at 1.4GHz. It has a Qualcomm Adreno 505 GPU with 3GB of RAM for smooth performance. Both phones have internal storage of 32GB which is also expandable with micro SD card.
They are powered by Android 8.1 Oreo operating system, while the Leagoo S9 has a nonremovable battery capacity of 3300mAh. Wiko View 2 has 3000mAh, and they both support fast charging technology. On the overall performance, the Wiko View 2 will outperform the Leagoo S9, while the Leagoo S9 has a battery capacity that will last longer than it's rival. So both phones have an advantage over another, and they are under budget phones with excellent specifications.


Integral quality assurance is crucial in every production process. We achieve this initially by avoiding potential errors in the production process, in the second place by checking and testing the (end) products. Verification of whether the product meets all requirements and is suitable for the intended use is therefore crucial in every production process. Product tests, such as a safety tests or functional tests, must also be efficient and effective, preferably without production loss or extra efforts by operators. This can be achieved by integrating test automation optimally in the production process.
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January 10, 2020Health & Medical, Weird
Human Body Temperature In The U.S. Has Decreased Over Time, Study Finds
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Doctor: 'What everybody grew up learning, which is that our normal temperature is 98.6, is wrong.'
STANFORD, Calif. — Way back in 1851 German physician Carl Reinhold August Wunderlich declared that the standard human body temperature was 98.6 degrees Fahrenheit. Ever since, that reading has been universally considered the optimal body temperature of a healthy, "normal" human being. A whole lot has changed since the 19th century, and according to a new study conducted at Stanford University, that includes the average human body temperature.
Researchers say that the body temperature (Fahrenheit) of men born in the 2000s is on average 1.06 degrees lower than men born in the early 1800s. Similarly, women born in the 2000s have an average body temperature that is 0.58 degrees lower than women born in the 1890s. All in all, these conclusions point to a decrease of 0.05 degrees among the U.S. population each and every decade.
"Our temperature's not what people think it is," says Dr. Julie Parsonnet, a professor of medicine and of health research and policy, in a release. "What everybody grew up learning, which is that our normal temperature is 98.6, is wrong."
While one could probably produce a number of theories or ideas as to why this is happening, the study's authors say their temperature observations likely represent a "true historical pattern." Essentially, researchers believe that our bodies are cooling off in response to changes in our living environment over the past 200 years.
Three distinct data sets from different time periods were analyzed for this study. The first consisted of U.S. military service, medical, and pension records for Union Army veterans from the Civil War. This dataset encompassed body temperature readings between 1862-1930, and included individuals born as far back as the early 1800s. The second was taken from a U.S. nutrition survey from 1971-75, and the third consisted of patient data from Stanford Health Care between 2007-2017.
All three of these datasets amounted to a total of 677,423 temperature measurements for researchers to study. Using all of that information, they constructed a linear model of U.S. body temperatures over time.
Now, thermometry has obviously improved over the past 200 years, and the study's authors wanted to be sure that their findings didn't simply represent improvements in thermometer technology. So, they looked into fluctuating body temperature trends within each individual dataset, working off the assumption that measurements within each set would have been taken using similar thermometers. Even then, they noted incremental decreases in body temperature across individual decades, effectively confirming their findings regarding the dataset as a whole.
As far as identifying a new ideal human body temperature, the research team say there are a number of influential factors on body temperature, such as age, gender, and time of day, that make if very difficult to settle upon one set temperature for everyone at any given point in time.
Expanding on the possible reasons for this nation-wide decline in body temperature, researchers say it could be connected to a drop in metabolic rate, which basically means we're all using less energy. This drop in energy usage may be due a decline in inflammation among Americans.
"Inflammation produces all sorts of proteins and cytokines that rev up your metabolism and raise your temperature," Parsonnet explains.
It shouldn't come as much of a surprise that inflammation is largely down among the population, standard of living has drastically improved over the past 200 years, as well as health care, hygiene, and food availability. The American population largely live in comfortable settings, and in most cases, in homes complete with central heating and air conditioning. These wonderful temperature stabilizing tools make it much easier for our bodies to maintain a stable temperature, meaning we're expending less energy.
"Physiologically, we're just different from what we were in the past," Parsonnet concludes. "The environment that we're living in has changed, including the temperature in our homes, our contact with microorganisms and the food that we have access to. All these things mean that although we think of human beings as if we're monomorphic and have been the same for all of human evolution, we're not the same. We're actually changing physiologically."
The study is published in eLife.
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Earth Day: A Car Free NYC guide to closing Manhattan's Broadway to traffic
Vincent Barone
There will be a wide range of activities on Broadway for the occasion.
For a brief period to celebrate Car Free NYC on Earth Day, urban planners will get another glimpse of something they've long sought: a complete closure of a 1.5-mile stretch of Broadway, between Times Square and Union Square, to vehicular traffic.
The second annual Car Free NYC celebration, organizers said, offers the city test runs to make these closures more permanent, or at least more frequent, in order to reduce greenhouse gas emissions—as other cities of the world have done. Car Free Day has become an institution throughout Bogota, Colombia. Paris last year announced car-free Sundays the first Sunday of each month. In New York, there will be a wide range of activities on Broadway for the occasion on April 22.
"I think it is time for us … to say New York City should be leading this initiative," said Councilman Ydanis Rodriguez, chair of the council's Transportation Committee, who helped organize the event. "We know that climate change is real and it is our responsibility to make our city more walkable."
Why Broadway? The idea is that, as the oldest north-south thoroughfare in the city, Broadway disrupts Manhattan's grid with its diagonal path, creating messy three-way intersections along the way where traffic clogs up. That was the inspiration for then-Mayor Michael Bloomberg to close Times Square, now teeming with pedestrians and considered a wild success.
One bit of closures could stick, if there's community support: The New York City Department of Transportation wants to transform a block of Broadway in the Flatiron District, between 24th and 25th streets, into a permanent "shared street" this summer, meaning vehicles will get one lane with a speed limit of 5 miles per hour. The rest of the real estate goes to cyclists and pedestrians.
For any naysayers complaining about the loss of vehicle space, DOT Commissioner Polly Trottenberg points to the latent demand. During peak evening hour, pedestrians on the block outnumber vehicles by about an 18 to 1 margin, or 2,700 walkers versus 150 drivers.
"We thought that was a street that was really ripe to opening up to more pedestrians," Trottenberg said.
In a subway city, that justification could be made on plenty of corridors. So if Bloomberg brought a permanent Times Square closure, could Mayor de Blasio do the same for Broadway, south of the Crossroads of the World?
"I'd say we're starting the journey," Trottenberg said. "I don't know if we're going to get there immediately, but I think we're taking some exciting steps this year."
Correction: An earlier version of this article incorrectly said the distance between Times Square and Union Square is 3 miles.
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The Mouscape Podcast: Disneyland + the Rock = Better!
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This is the Mouscape Podcast episode 56, and this time around Tim and Evan decide to pitch: 3 ways adding Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson into the Disneyland Resort would make the place even better!


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Ronaldo will live with his girlfriend in Saudi Arabia, going to flout this law
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Cristiano Ronaldo and Georgina Rodriguez: Cristiano Ronaldo, one of the world's legendary footballers, has recently joined Saudi Arabia's Al-Nasr Club leaving Manchester United. Ronaldo has reached Saudi after joining the club. He will earn around 175 million pounds annually from this club. After reaching here, he will be seen breaking a law of the country. Actually, Ronald will live in Saudi with his girlfriend Georgina Rodriguez. According to Saudi rules, no one can live in the same house with a girlfriend without marriage.
Will Ronaldo be punished?
In this case, it is expected that Ronaldo will not be punished. Because Ronaldo is counted among the most fit athletes in the world. According to the Spanish news agency EFE, Ronaldo will not be punished because of his special status. Two Saudi lawyers told that the authorities here do not want to interfere in this matter.
A lawyer explained, "Although the law still prohibits cohabitation without a marriage contract, the authorities have turned a blind eye and persecuted no one. Of course, these laws are used when there is a problem or a crime."
Another lawyer said about the matter, "Saudi Arabian authorities, today, do not interfere in this matter (in the case of foreigners), but the law continues to prohibit cohabitation outside marriage."
Significantly, Ronaldo and his girlfriend Georgina Rodriguez also have two children, whose names are Bella and Alana. Let us inform that Ronaldo and Georgina met in 2016, when Ronaldo was playing for Real Madrid. Apart from this, Ronald has three more children, named Kistiano Junior and Eva & Mateo, both of whom are twins.
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So eating chocolate fights cancer, prevents heart disease, improves brain function, and makes you happy, and we have not even mentioned all of the vitamins and minerals it contains.


Sept 11, the Big Lie by Thierry Meyssan, originally in French, will be in English and in the USA by the end of this month. We need many more books like this challenging the official story which is obviously a lie.
This book was originally published in French as "L'Effroyable Imposture" ("The Appalling Fraud"). Its author, Theirry Meyssan, contends correctly what is more commonly called the Reichstag Fire of 9/11/01 was an excuse for scapegoating and war. He also contends that a section of the military used remote control to hit the Twin Towers and a missile, not an airplane, to hit the Pentagon, which is a very credible theory.
We need lots more books like this. There are now reams of information provided on the Internet that must be put in book format. I urge those of you in the publishing business to start compiling all of it. The theories of Michael Ruppert, Carol Valentine, Michael Moore and all the others deserve to be in one book. You can be sure there is a market for this. In France, Meyssan's book already has sold 200,000 copies.


A panic attack is a feeling of sudden and intense anxiety.
Panic attacks can also have physical symptoms, including shaking, feeling disorientated, nausea, rapid, irregular heartbeats, dry mouth, breathlessness, sweating and dizziness.
The symptoms of a panic attack are not dangerous, but can be very frightening.
They can make you feel as though you are having a heart attack, or that you are going to collapse or even die.
Most panic attacks last somewhere from 5 minutes to half an hour.
"If you're having a short, sudden panic attack, it can be helpful to have someone with you, reassuring you that it will pass and the symptoms are nothing to worry about," says Professor Salkovskis.
Some people find it helpful to count steadily from 1 to 5 on each in-breath and each out-breath.
You should start to feel better in a few minutes. You may feel tired afterwards.
Visit the No Panic website for another breathing exercise to calm panic.
"You need to try to work out what particular stress you might be under that could make your symptoms worse," says Professor Salkovskis. "It's important not to restrict your movements and daily activities."
Doing breathing exercises every day will help to prevent panic attacks and relieve them when they are happening.
Regular exercise, especially aerobic exercise, will help you to manage stress levels, release tension, improve your mood and boost confidence.
Eat regular meals to stabilise your blood sugar levels.
Avoid caffeine, alcohol and smoking – these can make panic attacks worse.
Panic support groups like No Panic have useful advice about how you can effectively manage your attacks. Knowing that other people are experiencing the same feelings can be reassuring.
If you feel constantly stressed and anxious, particularly about when your next panic attack may be, you may have panic disorder.
People with panic disorder may avoid situations that might cause a panic attack. They may also fear and avoid public spaces (agoraphobia).
"There's no quick fix, but if your attacks are happening time after time, seek medical help," says Professor Salkovskis.


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Educating for the digital age
Higher Colleges of Technology
Abdullatif Alshamsi
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Higher Colleges of Technology (HCT)
HCT is showing how technology can transform the traditional campus in the interest of employability: we learn from its visionary President and CEO
HE Professor Abdullatif Al Shamsi, a leading intellectual and educationalist, is the President and CEO of the Higher Colleges of Technology (HCT), as well as holding the Chair of Engineering. From 2017 he has been the driving force behind the HCT 4.0 Strategic Plan, titled Employability and Beyond and inaugurated by UAE Prime Minister, Vice President, and Dubai's Ruler, Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum in 2019. An early initiative under the plan established on-campus Sector Skills Academies to provide students with multiple career pathways, coupled with flexible and agile workforce development programmes.
The plan offered Professional Certification Qualifications (where students gain academic and professional qualifications concurrently) and a Fast-Track degree system for high-achieving students to receive a bachelor's degree in three years. It pioneered the concept of 'Graduating Companies' – awarding graduate status to start-up companies, not just individuals, with HCT becoming the first higher technical institution to create its own on-campus economic free trade zone. This is one of three core principles of HCT 4.0, together with focusing on technical leadership, and empowering graduates to know that they are employable, and indeed have the potential to be innovators and entrepreneurs so that no Emirati would be left behind.
Radical reforms
Prof. Al Shamsi has been developing his educational philosophy in publications for more than a decade, passionately promoting the need to revamp education – to rethink it in the light of present-day realities and emerging technologies like IoT and robotics. "We are fed up with the traditional ways of delivering instruction. For the present generation the traditional model of classroom teaching has become boring, and it creates the attitude of 'I just want to get my degree and get out of here: after that, I'll think about what work I'm going to do!' I was drawing attention to the implications of the fourth industrial revolution before that term became current, and I am proud of that and the interest it has attracted."
He has led the growth of HCT for six years now, and is pleased with the steep rate of progress to date, while anticipating further huge changes in the coming five years. "With 16 separate campuses and 23,000 students, we have a secure place on the global academic scene, but we are more concerned with the applied nature of our programme: to prepare our youth to serve and to be the number one choice for employers in different industry and business sectors. We maintain the academic rigour of our courses to the highest international level while always keeping a clear eye on real-world relevance. We think we have a different educational blend, one that is more demanding."
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We have embedded professional certification in disciplines within every programme we deliver today, awarded by internationally recognised professional bodies
Professor Al Shamsi's campus of tomorrow will be re-engineered on the foundation of HCT 4.0. The pandemic was a paradoxical blessing on his vision. "In some ways Covid-19 brought positive as well as negative outcomes: the pandemic forced universities to accelerate their new models of hybrid learning. Our instructors became more comfortable with online teaching using technological tools, simulations and apps, and engaging with students on-screen. No need for travelling to meetings – in the academic world, as in the business world, it has brought us the freedom, convenience and flexibility to engage anytime, anyhow, anywhere, optimising online resources. As for the students, they are already more receptive to online working than their elders. What we have gained through Covid-19 will continue with us for years to come: even when we're going back to campus. I don't need to bring my students in five days a week when they can perhaps come in for one or two days for hands-on programmes, workshops and labs. The campus will become more of a social place where they can meet and exchange ideas with their peers and their tutors as needed."
Accelerating ideas
His intention is that many of the ideas being exchanged on-campus will lead to innovation, entrepreneurial thinking and start-ups. "This generation is extremely smart. They generate thousands of innovative ideas – I think their brains are digitally rewired in a way that enables them to think outside the box and come up with solutions we have never thought about. They don't need consultants and experts – bring those kids together and they will come up with a project. The next question is how do you convert those student projects to a commercial product or service?
"This is where our journey is taking us. Developing an idea into a product that can go to the market and compete. That is why we need an 'InnCuvation' space – a place where innovation, incubation and venture is under one roof. InnCuvation space activities include workshops, boot camps, proceeding to accelerators, and connecingt with an angel investor to scale their project and build their prototype. Then, as 'company alumni ' of the programme they can retain their connection with HCT for a further two years. Because we know that nine out of ten start-ups will fail, these filtration processes give them support to ensure their businesses can be sustained."
This is what he means when he says that HCT is no longer just in the business of graduating students, but graduating companies as well. It's a thoroughly thought out, ten-step process. Funding has to be in place, and HCT has its own 'pre-seed funding' resources to cover the initial setting up costs, then connect them with clients to create a revenue stream, then help them to access funding sources within the UAE, of which there are many.
InnCuVation is taking place already, and the rate will only accelerate. The plan is being executed. Within the next ten years Prof. Al Shamsi is aiming to graduate 500 new companies and already this year celebrated the first batch of HCT companies, companies that all focus on high tech industries, leveraging robotics, AI and IoT solutions and involving a variety of app developers. "What do we mean by technical leadership? Well, we have embedded professional certification in disciplines like IT, accountancy and finance, engineering, project management or health and safety within every programme we deliver today, awarded by internationally recognised professional bodies. And we're already seeing the outcomes – in the last year alone 12,000 certifications have been awarded to our students. And that's in addition to their academic qualification – it makes our graduates competitive, not only in the local UAE and Middle East markets, but in the global market."
These students, graduates, and companies are already showing their potential, with some projects already well established and growing. "I can give you a couple examples from the top of my head. One of our companies has seen an opportunity in recycling old electronic devices – so many devices are thrown away, and our entrepreneurs have put collection points across the UAE. They recycle them and retrieve the materials so they can go into new products, and they have already collected hundreds of tons of this material. Another of our HCT graduate companies is pioneering 3D printed buildings in this country with a focus on insulation to cut energy consumption here. Some construction is already taking place. There are many more success stories we could point to." These companies, E-FATE and 3DCP, as can be seen below, have been thought up and developed by students in their early 20s, supported by HCT and helped by experienced mentors.
The campus re-engineered
The traditional campus has closed classrooms, sports and club facilities, labs and workshops. That won't serve tomorrow's students. "The question is, do we need hundreds of classes physically on campus? About 70% of university campuses consist of classrooms within four walls. But all of this information is available online, virtually. To create the campus of tomorrow we need to convert our campuses to become more of an open lab space for innovation, to incubate those ideas, open labs for learning spaces to discuss a project. More importantly, create more of a simulated work environment for students to gain experiential learning. We want to create a networking and social environment here. We want our students to feel excited about coming to the campus, and not just because they have to.
"One big advantage of this opportunity is that it will reduce the footprint of our campus. Future campuses will accommodate many times more students, lowering the cost of higher education and at the same time making it more exciting for them. Our young people's prospects will be better because they will be more skilled and have better prospects of employment in their chosen field than those from traditional institutions."
In place of one-size-fits all, lecture-based teaching does (which does not serve the 'Gen Zs'!) the vision is to offer customised curricula for every student, enabled by technology. "At HCT today we have 23,000 students, and around 70 different programmes. Not all of these will meet their expectations: some they are excited about, others may be a filler that they have to do to get their degree. So what do we mean by customised curricula? Well instead of 70 programmes we should have 23,000! We can do that. We have big data relating to the students – social media from their high school days and other experiences that reveal their interests and will define for us their interests, what motivates them, where their strengths lie and what excites them. On the other hand, we have access to the needs of employers. With this framework, I can come up, aided by AI, with a study programme specially designed for this student only, and surely that will make him or her more engaged and excited."
This part of the transformation, he admits, may take a little longer but he believes it can be fulfilled within 20 years. But another initiative, on which personalised learning will depend, is already in place. The days when employers took on people solely on their potential, then trained them to do the job, are gone, he says. "We strongly believe that any job today depends 80% on the skills and competencies the candidate already has, and this is what we must give our students. Knowledge is easily accessible today, but you need the skills to access the knowledge. It's neither the instructor nor the textbook that's the main source of the knowledge – it is open source. But accessing the knowledge you need requires skills. Four years ago at HCT we shut down our physical library and moved it online, creating an advanced digital library. We contracted with McGraw-Hill and gained access to tens of thousands of books and supplemental materials online. That's a major step forward and a very special partnership. Sadly education has lagged behind other sectors in adopting technology of this type up till now, but this concept will have to be widely adopted." By ditching the bureaucratic mindset of face-to-face teaching and written exams, HCT can turn out students ready to hit the ground running, and contribute to employers at the speed required by today's employers.
This conversion to a digital, paperless campus customised for its principal stakeholders, the students, is in full spate at HCT and Professor Al-Shamsi is determined to deliver it over the coming five years. It might have taken 50 years, he says, had not the pandemic accelerated the process. Make no mistake, in executing this plan HCT is showing the path to global higher education transformation. "Unless digital change is done, and done quickly, higher education across the globe, like another Kodak, would be put out of business, and a whole generation of students let down."


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Read on for our fun things to do in St. John, US Virgin Islands! Have a vacation with a difference on the exotic island of St. John. It offers everything from watersports to hiking and shopping. Go touristy on a trendy beach or escape to a secluded paradise islet with azure blue waters. Explore underwater reefs and walk along miles of pristine sands. Learn about the chilling slave trade and the massive sugar cane industry. Sample famous beers, fruity cocktails and traditional Caribbean cuisine and create memories to last a lifetime.
The sun is shining, warming your skin as the crisp salty air fills your lungs. The breeze tickles your hair as you sit on the deck of a luxurious sailing boat sipping on a traditional cocktail. Sound good?
Taking one of the wonderful cruise and boat tours on offer is one of the best things to do in St. John. Spend a day cruising to the British Virgin Islands and Jost Van Dyke complete with lunch at Foxy's, the local's favourite sea-side restaurant. Dock at Virgin Gorda and snorkel among the colourful coral just off the shore or frolic in the tidal pools, hidden grottoes and tunnels that make this a sort of natural adventure park.
Head back into the ocean and spot glorious schools of tropical fish that call Diamond Reef home. You may even spot a sea turtle or manta ray, so keep your eyes peeled!
Spend a full day out and about in the glorious Caribbean sun, visiting different British Virgin Islands on this adventure filled excursion. One thing to do in St. John is to climb onboard a boat and set sail to one of the first of many stops on the Day Cruise to the British Virgin Islands from St Thomas or St. John Tour. Kick off your day with a hearty breakfast before your boat docks at Virgin Gorda known for its white sandy beaches and beautiful rock formations that make up a natural water park. After splashing about in the tidal pools do a bit of snorkelling around Diamond Reef that is thriving with colourful marine life. Next head to Jost Van Dyke Island for an exotic cocktail at the beachside bar. We recommend the "painkiller" cocktail. Before heading back to port, browse the local shops and have a bite to eat before settling down to work on your tan back on the boat.
Grab your snorkelling gear and get a little wet. With snorkelling being one of the best things to do in St. John, the question will not be if, it will be when! With so many tours to choose from, you can decide whether you just want to spend the day snorkelling or add an activity such as kayaking or hiking to your day. If you are all about seeing the world from a sea turtle's eye view, take the Snorkel Gear Rental in St. John Tour and set off on your own to explore the island on your terms. Included in your rental is all the necessities and you will be flippering like a dolphin in no time. Discover beautiful coral reefs, tropical fish, sea turtles and wondrous rock formations before settling down with a cold one at a quaint seaside bar. You will certainly have second thoughts about going home after this fabulous experience.
Stretch out those arms and get ready for some adventure. For sports lovers, kayaking is one great thing to do in St. John and makes a unique and unusual way to see the island in all its glory. Set off on a day of excitement from Honeymoon Beach where your guide will assist you with your kayak and paddles and always be close by for your safety. Once ready to go, you will paddle out into the crystal clear water and across the shimmering bay. After a short while, you will reach Henley Cay, completely uninhabited with a magnificent sense of tranquillity. Relax on the sandy protected shore or plunge into the water for some snorkelling. Colourful coral juts out of the rock and teems with tropical fish. After your snorkelling adventure set off along Henley Cay's trail that offers incredible views of the British Virgin Islands. Take a moment to breathe it all in before heading back to your starting point.
The Virgin Island National Park stretches over most of the St. John island and it is quite amazing that this richly thriving environment was once a site that was cleared for sugar plantations.
Hiking one of the hiking trails and visiting one of the historic sites like the Annaberg plantation ruins are just some of the great things to do in St. John. The trips are suitable for all ages and you need not be super fit. Head through dense vegetation down to one of the favourite beaches called Trunk Bay, located on the north western side of the island. Cool off with a refreshing swim after your 2-hour hike or continue on to Hurricane Hole which is a amazing mangrove bay and a perfect spot for snorkelling. If you prefer to have a guided tour, join the Caneel Bay Kayak, Hike and Snorkel with Sea Turtle tour where your guide will be with you every step of the way pointing out little gems on the island.
You are sitting in the office, flipping through a holiday magazine when you turn to a photograph of the perfect tropical beach. Clear waters shimmering in the light, palms swaying in the background and crisp white beach sand. Wow! Caneel Bay is everything you see in that photograph and more! Just outside of the main port of St. Johns, Cruz Bay, you will find this little piece of heaven. Restaurants line the shore, fresh fruity cocktails waiting to be tasted. Once an old sugar plantation, this beach is now a hot spot for snorkelling and one of the great things to do in St. John. Hire your snorkelling gear and drift into the warm water. Look out for sting rays and even barracudas and don't forget your camera to snap a better picture than the one you drooled over in that holiday magazine. After soaking up the sun, take a walk to the nearby ruins of the old sugar works, lovers of history will find them fascinating!
Enjoy a little bit of time out and take your family to Hawksnest Bay for the perfect day of picnicking and relaxation. The best thing about Hawksnest Bay is its position - the glorious morning sun warms the sand with shade arriving at the perfect time to cool things down.
One thing to do in St. John is to test out your snorkelling skills and Hawksnest is the best place for beginners to do so. With the reef just a short way from the shore you will be snorkelling up a storm in no time. Discover colourful coral and stunning marine life. If you are more experienced, venture deeper out to discover more exotic creatures like sea turtles and sting rays. The beach has great amenities with restrooms, grills and a shaded picnic area. It does get busy so if you are looking for something quieter, simply head to Little Hawknest, a much quieter section lying to the west of the main beach.
Want to impress your sweetheart? Head over to Maho Bay and spend some time in the water, another fantastic thing to do in St. John. Named after the Maho tree which you can easily recognise by its gorgeous heart-shaped leaves and yellow flowers it is the perfect place to relax with your better half.
The narrow shore is situated in a protected bay on St. John's northern coastline and is ideal for yachts to drop anchor, creating a picture-postcard scene. Look out for lazy sea turtles drifting in the water and among the sea grass. Just off the shore is a shallow reef that is great for snorkelers to discover the beautiful marine life. Then take a casual stroll along the Goat Trail to see the Eco-Camps where a little enclave of tent cabins are placed. End the day with a romantic seafood dinner at one of the restaurants lit by candle light complete with delicious tropical cocktails. You will definitely be in the good books.
One of the first things to do after arriving in St. John is to visit Cruz Bay. Known as Love City, this gorgeous destination has a unique laid back and casual atmosphere, with a vibrant town square and a fun beach. Cruz Bay is the main town and is close to the ferry docks, making it easily accessible for the whole family. The surrounding hills are full of hotels and apartments, making this a focal point. Stroll around the town square and browse through the quaint shops, stop at a restaurant for a bite and a bar for a refreshing drink. Mongoose Junction is the perfect place for a bit of shopping with a mixture of Spanish architecture and Caribbean vibe. Visit stores selling locally made goods and artworks. Browse for gorgeous jewellery and pick up a gift for a special someone at home. Then venture down Wharfside Village and King Street for more retail therapy before heading back to your hotel.
Trunk Bay, the unspoilt paradise of the Caribbean. Declared unique by National Geographic and one of the top ten beaches in the world by Conde Nast Traveler, this picture perfect slice of heaven is the perfect thing to do in St. John to spend some time away from the hustle and bustle of the city.
With silky soft sand, clear blue waters and glorious green vegetation as its backdrop, Trunk Bay is a popular spot to snorkel and walk along one of the many trails along the sea. It is located in the heart of the Virgin Islands National Park ensuring that this glorious place has yet to be touched by modern day construction. Taking the Half-Day Tour to Trunk Bay is one of the most highly recommended things to do in St. John as you will be shown the perfect places to snorkel. There are marked underwater trails, ensuring that you don't miss a thing! When you are done, relax on the beach with your guide, listen to local stories and catch the most wonderful tropical sunset.
Looking to get away from the busy Cruz Bay? Spend a day at Coral Bay, a beautifully protected cove alongside Coral Harbour. It is secluded and quiet with only a few quaint picturesque houses on the green slopes that surround the Bay. One great thing to do in St. John is to explore the old Moravian Church built in 1750, famous for its red roof. This is the perfect place to take it easy and experience life as the locals do by enjoying some local rum at an easy going bar or a bite to eat at one of the cozy restaurants. For sports lovers, there are some great snorkelling spots nearby at Salt Pond Bay. If you prefer to relax, you can spend some time on the beach at the secluded Lameshur Bay. If you are up for a bit of adventure, why not charter a boat out to the nearby British Virgin Islands with an enthusiastic local guide offering you interesting anecdotes as you cruise along.
Honeymoon beach is a quiet little gem, a perfect thing to do in St. John for those who want to avoid the crowds of the busier beaches of St. John. Accessible by a number of gorgeous walking trails, the beach is perfect for a number of water activities. Grab a kayak and take a paddle through the crystal clear waters as the sun warms your skin and the crisp air whips through your hair. Paddle a short way up the coast and slip on your flippers and snorkelling mask before plunging into the water to swim alongside tropical fish and dart among the coral and rock formations. Head back to shore for some "me time' and relax on a hammock shaded by a large palm tree as you sip on a delicious cocktail decorated with fresh fruit, or be daring and choose to do this on a thick wooden raft drifting off the shore! Close your eyes and sway in time to the local music that gently fills the air around you from a nearby beach bar. Pure Bliss.
Head off to what seems like a completely different world. A great thing to do in St. John is to visit Helen Cay. Embark out to sea on a boat to the 11 isles situated in crystal blue waters making this the perfect spot for snorkelling and kayaking. The magnificent reef is situated in shallow water and marine life can easily be seen even from the shore. This venue is classed as one of the best snorkeling spots in the world. You will be amazed by the colourful corals and tropical fish such as the angelfish, parrotfish, surgeonfish and wrasse that live here.
If you are fit, join a tour that paddles in a kayak to Helen Cay from Caneel Bay! Your guide will update you on the way and you will learn all about different types of corals, which is an unmissable fun thing to do in St. John for the curious. Become an expert in brain, sheet, star and staghorn varieties. After exploring the waters, hike up to the highest point for spectacular views. Helen Cay was believed to be home to locals back in the 18th century but is uninhabited today, making this a super special place!
Take a guided tour and explore one of the largest facilities on the island that produced sugar, rum and molasses, a really interesting thing to do in St. John. Today the sugar plantation is sadly only ruins, but it is an important part of St. John's history. Trails lead visitors through the plantation past iconic structures such as the slave quarters, windmills and the remains of the factory. With your knowledgeable guide leading the group, you will get an insiders view of what life was like back then. Learn how slaves were brought in to clear the slopes of the hillsides for farming and how they were involved in the production of the sugarcane. See the remains of the 16 slave cabins made from branches held together with a mixture called daub, made from lime, coral and mud. When the slave trade was abolished, Annaberg was split up into a number of smaller farms. This is a fun thing to do in St. John and a richly rewarding experience to understand the history of the Island.
Shop till you drop and shopping for authentic Caribbean products is one of the favourite things to do in St. John. Set off to Mongoose Junction, the island's best shopping and dining destination. Packed full of fabulous local stores, you will have a great time browsing furniture, art, clothing, jewellery, sculptures and pottery. Beer lovers must pop into St. John Brewers, a classic micro-brewery and bar and taste the locally brewed craft beer. Offer non-drinkers some root beer or ginger beer for fun. Visit Island Cork if you are more of a wine connoisseur and pick up a few bottles as a gift for friends at home. All this shopping will have certainly worked up an appetite so grab a bite to eat. If beef is your thing, head to the Tap Room, if not set off to Virgin Fire for more contemporary fare and don't miss out on their famous sauce, which is a must thing to do in St. John, that consists of locally grown mouth-watering peppers and Coral Bay Honey. Wash it down with a glass of cold root beer before heading back to your hotel. Delicious!
Located on the south east coast of the Island is an idyllic setting of crystal turquoise waters, clean white sands, surrounded by rocky outcrops. Escape the tourist crowds and find some me-time, this is our next recommended thing to do in St. John. In this Eden-like setting, the waters are calm and the tide pools hide all sorts of exotic aquatic creatures. Explore on foot or snorkel in the water to get a better view. Then find a spot on the beach and pitch an umbrella to shade you from the sun. Once you have spent a bit of time relaxing, hike along the trail that leads to a nearby salt pond with the most amazing views of Drunk Bay. You can also hike along the Ram Hill Trail, a distance of about a mile, rewarding you with stunning views. We recommend setting up on a rock with a picnic basket and watching the amazing sunset an incredible thing to do in St. John!
Climb onto a boat and head out to the islands best-kept secret off the north shore. Whistling Cay is a small island, only accessible by boat and offers a deep water snorkelling area, which is a must thing to do in St. John. The area is extremely special because of the crystal clear water that lets you see the gigantic coral formations below.
Admire this underwater world from the boat or get wet by jumping into the water and snorkelling. Experienced divers can scuba dive into the depths to take a closer look. Because of the depth of this spot, snorkelers and divers are often treated and can see very large fish such as the tarpon that is not found in the shallower snorkelling spots.
If you prefer to explore and remain dry, take a walk to the east side where an old stone structure can be seen. It is known locally as the Old Customs House, however it is believed that it was an old guards house in the 1800s and was used to spot slaves trying to escape through the channel to nearby Tortola.
Just when you think you have snorkeled at all the best spots around the Island, we recommend another great thing to do in St. John. Waterlemon Cay is a small cay located in Leinster Bay on the north tip. It is surrounded by a fringing reef and is considered as one of the best spots for snorkeling. This off-the-beaten-track piece of paradise is reached by a 20 minute hike along scenic and flat terrain, making it crowd free and ideal for the serious snorkelers. Enter the water at the small sandy beach just west of the Cay or at the boulder shoreline adjacent to the Cay. The Cay is perfectly protected from wind and waves and you can see green sea turtles, sting rays, conch and large orange and yellow Cushio starfish. The dramatic reef offers stunning corals and rock formations. If you choose to swim on the far side, be aware that strong currents to occur from time to time.
Hiking is the next awesome thing to do in St. John. Explore the Reef Bay Trail that offers 3 hikes for experienced, average and beginners. The trails take you into the tropical forests where magnificent waterfalls, fresh water pools and caves are found. See the exotic fauna and flora and watch out for deer, bats, crabs and termite nests. You can also explore the ruins of the old sugar mills Look for the petroglyphs, mysterious carvings of the Taino Indians, done more than 1000 years ago. These sacred symbols will send shivers down your spine. If you are doing the experienced 3 mile hike, dress in suitable gear and take water and snacks with you, it is a strenuous climb but well worth it! At the end of the trail you will find yourself on the beach, so a swimsuit is a must for cooling down. Guided tours are available with a local guide who knows the area well.
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Susan Granger's review of "THE MUSE" (USA Films release of an October Films =
movie)

 Sharon Stone is an irresistible comedienne in Albert Brooks'
slightly surreal send-up of the motion picture business. Taking a
whiny cue from Woody Allen, Brooks plays a skewed version of himself -
a neurotic middle-aged screenwriter, comparing his job with "a eunuch
at an orgy - except that the eunuch can, at least, watch, while the
screenwriter is not even allowed on the set." When he receives a
Humanitarian Award, he facetiously describes a "humanitarian" to his
daughter as "someone who has never won an Oscar." But when he's fired
by a weaselly studio exec who claims he's "lost his edge," even his
agent agrees. Desperate to save his career, he consults his successful
buddy (Jeff Bridges) who admits he owes everything to a Muse - that's
Sharon Stone. As a daughter of Zeus, she gets people in touch with
their creativity. But she's a pampered muse - demanding a suite at the
Four Seasons Hotel ($10,000 a week), limo, and dutiful attendance to
her desires. Frantically, Brooks tries to satisfy her capricious whims
- as does his wife, earnestly played by Andie MacDowell, whom the Muse
encourages to pursue her cookie dream of being the next
Mrs. Fields. And it's funny as Martin Scorese, James Cameron, Rob
Reiner, and Wolfgang Puck pay Tiffany tributes to the divine
diva. Albert Brooks ("Mother," "Defending Your Life," "Lost in
America") is an acute and adept observer of the nutty, ruthless
Hollywood scene, skewering its self-absorption and gullibility, but
his ironic concept fizzles out as he misses some screwball
opportunities with the Muse's legendary use of the magical power of
sex - and his riff on Steven Spielberg falls flat. On the Granger
Movie Gauge of 1 to 10, "The Muse" is a droll, satiric 7. It's wryly
amusing, pointing out that people are who you think they are.

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By Shaye Weaver
In addition to keeping up with requirements, district officials have been struggling to meet the demands of tuition rates in recent years. Just last year, the district paid approximately $22,000 for each student who attended Southampton High School, and $76,212 for a special needs student. For students who attend Westhampton Beach High School, the district paid $19,000 for each student and $61,000 for a special needs student.
Actively searching for a solution to an expensive problem, district officials are considering a one-year exclusivity deal with Southampton High School that would lower tuition for students by 15 percent and by 25 percent for special needs students—a cost savings of almost $600,000.
If the choice between two high schools remains and no reductions are made, the district estimates it would be spending almost $5 million in tuition by the 2015-16 school year.
Both the Tuckahoe and Southampton school districts have put in for a merger feasibility study to determine the benefits of a full consolidation. The results aren't expected until next summer.
Just this year, the district's total assessment dropped 6.67 percent because of grieved assessments. According to Ms. Loughlin, the school lost $1.8 million in revenue from golf courses that grieved their assessments this year. Unique to the Tuckahoe district, four golf courses lie within its borders.
"The town's hands are tied, but we lost 35 percent of assessed valuation to golf courses over the last two years," said board member Robert Grisnik. "But we don't give up—we fight all the time to keep this school going as long as we can. With community involvement, it's going to work. I know that."
Mr. Thiele said he and State Senator Kenneth P. LaValle, who was not present on Thursday and was unavailable for comment, will try their best to help Tuckahoe get funding, and said he commended the board members for seriously considering a merger with the Southampton School District.
"We will facilitate discussions, urge you along and provide funding—but it's a local decision," he said about the consolidation process, noting that it would have to be approved by residents of both districts. "We'll help you make an informed decision."
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Predator Nation.
By Mr. Z (11847), North Sea on Nov 30, 12 8:37 PM
Then get the hell out, unless you're a fool or enjoy being a victim.
Are you waiting for someone to rescue you?
By RealityFirst (597), Bridgehampton on Dec 1, 12 1:26 PM
He don't know me very well do he?
By Mr. Z (11847), North Sea on Dec 1, 12 6:52 PM
It's time to consolidate schools as soon as possible. We don't need to spend hundreds of thousands to figure out Tuckahoe needs to be merged with Southampton. We can get rid of a couple greedy administrators and duplicate expenses at Tuckahoe that will save millions. The education situation will become even worse in the future. The federal govt will be giving less to states, and the state will have less money to fund with. This country needs to take it Obama medicine of cuts, and education is ...more one of the things being cut. The education in this state is going down hill and the idiots on the East End elect the same stooges Bishop, Thiele, and Lavalle. When will we learn nothing is for free, and twenty Hispanic kids is one house will ruin all the Islands school districts.
By chief1 (2800), southampton on Nov 30, 12 9:13 PM
double-D, joan s
Always some ignorant git looking for a way to blame Hispanic kids. Why don't you focus your rage on the real culprits, rich, entitled golf course owners and their corporate welfare tax breaks? Open your eyes and your mind and focus on real solutions instead of racial scapegoating. Sounds like you and your tea party comrades will never realize you've lost, eh? Your simplistic, hate-filled view of things is not the solution, but the problem, chief
By peoplefirst (787), Southampton on Dec 1, 12 3:48 PM
pstevens,Mr. Z,But I'm a blank!,witch hazel
Focus your rage on the people that pay the bills. And the usual suspects approve of that comment. Makes sense.
By razza5350 (1911), East Hampton on Dec 9, 12 7:06 AM
It never fails some ignorant Liberal will twist the words of someone telling the truth. First off I'm not a tea Party person I am an independent, and I actually like some Democrats such as our Governor. I like where you think I am blaming Hispanic kids when I am actually blaming their parents. They have many children they can't afford and live many kids to a house and on top of it most don't pay income tax. Not to mention on North Hwy there is a hotel that costs the district over one million dollar ...more in tuition, and collects less than 25k in school taxes. And you think that comment is racist? It's the truth!!! I hate to tell you stupid, corporations pay a 38% tax rate in this country and our lazy welfare blood suckers pay zero. I love your ignorant statement corporate welfare. Name one specific of corporate welfare. You just puke out talking points you hear from your MSNBC filth channel. You can ignore the truth and continue looking at the world through rose colored glasses, but the reality will remain.
By chief1 (2800), southampton on Dec 1, 12 6:58 PM
Citizen2468
Chief, even if an unthinking, tea party, talking point zombie can be considered independent, you would still have failed to earn the distinction. You are to intelligence and coherence what Rush Limbaugh is to charm and good looks.
By witch hazel (224), tatooine on Dec 1, 12 8:30 PM
"Independent-isn't that what all republicans are calling themselves these days?"
Nope, just the ones who have misplaced their principles.
By Mr. Snerdley (397), Southampton on Dec 1, 12 8:58 PM
If you actually think that a corporation pays that 38%, it's no wonder your posts read the way they do.
As I recall, some pay even pay ZERO and get subsidies on top of that.
Those who have the gold, have conveniently written the rules. Bastiat was right as rain when he penned that phrase about plunder. We now have a society which glorifies it.
By Mr. Z (11847), North Sea on Dec 2, 12 10:04 AM
What corporation that made money paid no income tax? Stop reading crap and thinking it's real. You pretend to be a self proclaimed expert on financials, but you puke up non sense. The oil industry pays hundreds of billions a year in income tax in fact companies like Chevron pay over 20 billion a year to the feds alone not to mention state, payroll, and sales tax. Why dont you mention Solyandra the billion dollar loss for taxpayers after just 2 years something Pres Obama was involved in. Why no mention? ...more
You can go to Reuters, Forbes, pick your source, but what you will find is that during the most recent study done (2011 not in the study), 30 out of 280 Fortune 500 companies paid zero income tax. In fact, the highest negative tax rate due to subsidies, loopholes, and amoritization calculations was 57%.
The average effective tax rate after loopholes and deductions was 18% by the most recent study. So, keep blathering and b******* about the "highest tax rate in the world", which almost ...more never gets paid in full. It's actually rather entertaining.
"If ye love wealth better than liberty, the tranquillity of servitude better than the animating contest of freedom, go home from us in peace. We ask not your counsels or arms. Crouch down and lick the hands which feed you. May your chains set lightly upon you, and may posterity forget that ye were our countrymen."
~ Samuel Adams
Dec 2, 12 7:58 PM appended by Mr. Z
Almost forgot. When it comes to Solyndra, their failure had FAR more to do with their business model. Though innovative in design, the cost of materials dropped to a point where flat panels were more economical. Looks like a victim of the "free market" from here. Only difference is that unlike so many other failures, they had a DOE loan.
Still waiting genius what corporation paid no taxes? Come on look it up and paste it up here. Did you know most of your points are excerpts from the internet? Do you have an opinion or thought of yoour own? I doubt it.
Let's just get wasty pants.
~ Snooki
By Nature (2966), Hampton Bays on Dec 3, 12 4:28 PM
Thank you Henrietta.
It seems it is too much for chief to educate himself. We simply must hold him by his hand so he knows what we are talking about.
Tax dodging? What the hell are you talking about? These companies had no profit or brought losses foward. Thats tax dodging? If you lost your job and had no income would you pay taxees? Even when they didn't pay federal income taxes they still employ millions pay billions in state tax, sales tax, fuel tax among taxes. You guys should educate yourself rather than spewing your nonsense on subjects you know little about.
By chief1 (2800), southampton on Dec 4, 12 12:47 AM
razza5350
Cook the books ala Enron, and what you think you believe is possible.
"I'll believe corporations are people, when Texas starts executing corporations."
~ Robert Reich
You tell em Z. All companies are cooking the books, risking jail time for executives and risking the companies existence just like Enron.
Actually it is widely used by Dems. Check your local pols like Anna or flip flop Freddie.
By double-D (96), southampton on Dec 9, 12 12:09 PM
We have come to the fork in the road!!!! Many have stated their opinons
of what has effected our schools and in my opinion, increasing the density
for Suffolk County was accomplished by the OPEN DOOR POLICY we have
of welcoming everybody-- including those who have broken our laws and
have received entitlements and have placed a burden on our taxpaying
citizens! When will our citizens realize that they have been taken advantage
of by the "special interest groups"??? We ...more have tried to present our
concerns to our leadership, however, we have been shown the closed
door on this subject of enforcement of the law!!! The schools should require
residency requirements as follows: The First Child is accepted, the next
and all future children YOU pay full amount if you are not a citizen of
Suffolk County. I believe this is fair to the taxpaying citizens!!!
By East Ender (64), Southampton on Dec 2, 12 7:53 AM
Has the increased number of students in the Tuckahoe school been accompanied by an equal number of NEW HOMES in the district?
If so, congrats to all the newly arrived homeowners from south of the border. If not, there's the root of the problem.
The whole system is upside down. The system worked when a family paying taxes on a house sent a couple of kids to school, some families were bigger, but the average was 2 or 3 kids. Now , in Tuckahoe particularly, there are houses with 2 of 3 families ...more sending 2, 3, or 4 kids EACH to school. The tax base has remained the same but the number of students has exploded.
The liberals here will decrie this fact as somehow racist in nature, nothing can be farther from the truth.
By bigfresh (4666), north sea on Dec 2, 12 8:26 AM
bubby, Citizen2468
If you live in the district, even if you rent, the house you live in pays taxes to the school. The school has very strict residency rules and the verify it! Bling the Latino community is a canard!
By witch hazel (224), tatooine on Dec 2, 12 10:47 AM
If you rent a house the ownerpays the property taxes, true statement Witch. When 3 families live in said house and send ALL their kids to school, the taxes collected don't cover ALL those kids!! Simple math sweetheart. Do you see the problem now?
By bigfresh (4666), north sea on Dec 2, 12 5:31 PM
Yeah. I see a problem. It takes three families to afford a home.
philathome,aharkawik
Probably a little of both.
Why don't you offer some proof that that is happening in Tuckahoe, sweetheart? Put your petty money where your big mouth is.
hi - i put rwo examples below -- 5 Underhill, SH 11968 and 76 North Highway (bear right heading west at teh Lobster Inn ..just before the entrance to highway is that nasty little 'motel'place that id love to own but i dont .. many many many kids stop there each mornign to get on TWO school buses)
By david h (405), southampton on Dec 3, 12 10:31 PM
golf courses need to pay more taxes
By deKooning (106), southampton on Dec 3, 12 9:58 AM
Sure tax the ones that have nothing to do with the school nor send any kids to school. That's not to mention the millions they bring to local businesses. How about you charge these people that cram 3 families into each house?
so you advocate second homeowners not paying school taxes as well? They also have nothing to do with nor send any kids to school.
By C Law (354), Water Mill on Dec 4, 12 4:03 AM
in Tuckahoe, the address 5 Underhill, had approximately 20 kids going to Tuckahoe fro almost 4 years. its a 3 bed/2 bath house. its over now after 4 years of complaints. call the police and inquire how many complaints they had recieved about that place ..and over how long (yes since Rafael purchased it !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!). oh it was lso horrible pace for 20 kids late at night duing all the parties and wehn they were left by tmeselves many days after school until the adults drove over to pick them ...more up. messy messy yard also. literally double digits trucks parked all over. its over now, but anyone DARE YA TO CALL THE POLICE to verify.
...woulod anybody take this dare : I DARE ANYONE TO GO TO THAT MOTEL on North Road in the morning to see how many kids get onto the TWO BUses that pick them up. and watch the cars drive up !!!
..there ya go, two examples.
By david h (405), southampton on Dec 3, 12 9:03 PM
The house at 5 Underhill has been vacant this entire school year. There are no students registered at that address. As for the motel on North Rd - that needs to be addressed by the Town Code Enforcement and the Town administration - the school can do nothing but report what they see. It's up to the TOWN to enforce it - don't blame the school!!
By tuckahoemom (19), Southampton on Dec 4, 12 3:47 PM
yes..5years of complaints in the making & finally the poor children who had to live there with all the parties and confusion are safe somewhere else.
..it was so very sad to see them essentially abandoned in th yard of 5 Underhill until their parents or guardians or, HA 'cousins' would eventually drive over to pick them up and take them home.
... poor reflection on the police and child services. but surely the school must have seen too many 5 Underhill addresses associated with these poor ...more children, right ??
.. i mena if the police can point to the school and the school can point to the police and the police can point to child services ..its a hoorible game of "its not my job" .. emabrrasing.
congratulations if you helped clear this up and basically fight for the rights of the kids.
By david h (405), southampton on Dec 6, 12 11:50 AM
The board members, expressing concern about the school's future, asked the officials for support in light of state mandates, such as the tax levy cap and Annual Professional Performance Review teacher assessments.
Bizworldusa
By BizworldusaGcm (1), on Dec 4, 12 2:40 AM
Everyone is right and also wrong first off the teacher assesments costing 45k is not to blame that's 1/3 of one percent of the budget. It's probably 1/3 of the pension that some administrators get. Richly undeserved as they are the one partly responsible for the mess. Ineptitude should not be rewarded. Anyway yes added immigrants are part of the problem we should not be educating giving healthcare and foodstamps to people who are here ILLEGALLY. Come the proper way documented and with papers as ...more the law says and I have no problem with that. Secondly as I've said many times before WHY does it take twice the LI average and almost three times the state average to educate kids on the east end. It's runaway administrative and teacher costs. When everyone's house went up in value every year until 2008 no one noticed or cared how much the schools spent. people take a look at other districts and compare to the east end. The cost are so out of whack it's not even funny. mattintuck spends 15k per student southampton 31k. Where oh where is it going?
By maxwell (169), speonk on Dec 4, 12 2:04 PM
One of Obamas biggest contributers wants taxes raised on the rich and under 250 k He just doesn't want to pay it himself
When President Obama needed a business executive to come to his campaign defense, Jim Sinegal was there. The Costco COSTO co-founder, director and former CEO even made a prime-time speech at the Democratic Party convention in Charlotte. So what a surprise this week to see that Mr. Sinegal and the rest of the Costco board voted to give themselves a special dividend to ...more avoid Mr. Obama's looming tax increase. Is this what the President means by "tax fairness"?
Specifically, the giant retailer announced Wednesday that the company will pay a special dividend of $7 a share this month. That's a $3 billion Christmas gift for shareholders that will let them be taxed at the current dividend rate of 15%, rather than next year's rate of up to 43.4% -- an increase to 39.6% as the Bush-era rates expire plus another 3.8% from the new ObamaCare surchar
Blah Blah Blah.....Costco is helping their executives and share holders dodge 750 million in taxes. You are so blind and ignorant on any subject and can't comprehend how crooked politics are. By the way everything in a costco is from China, India or some other country treating their employees unfairly. So don't tell me they are worried about people making 2 dollars a day.
What does any of this have to do with the inept idiots running our schools? Focus on the problem. Why does it cost 18.5 million dollars to educate 300 kids. Lets add in all the kids in SHSD and WHSD so maybe 500 thats over 30k each. Mostschool districts on LI do it with 15k per student. If the government can tax me and then give to those who are lazy,udeducated and unmotivated then I think they can set school salaries how about 75k tops for teachers and 100k for administrators. Set by law like the ...more governor and president. Any comments from the teachers union would be welcome but we all know what they will say, don't we?
By maxwell (169), speonk on Dec 5, 12 12:35 PM
bigfresh


text:
Reports: China Chooses Fighter Pilot as First Spacewalker
By Tariq Malik
An artist's illustration of Chinese astronauts spacewalking outside their Shenzhou spacecraft. Future Shenzhou missions will feature spacewalks ahead of orbital rendezvous and docking demonstrations. (Image credit: China National Space Administration)
China hasrevealed the identities of its first spacewalker and his two crewmates set tolaunch on the country?s third manned spaceflight next week, according to statemedia reports.
Chinese AirForce fighter pilot Zhai Zhigang, 42, will be the first Chinese spacewalkerduring the upcomingShenzhou 7 mission with crewmates Liu Boming and Jing Haipeng, The PeopleDaily Online reported Tuesday. The mission is slated to launch Sept. 25from Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center in China?s Gansu Province.
Accordingto the wire service AFP, Zhai is married and has one son. He will don a$15 million (100 million yuan) spacesuit for a planned40-minute spacewalk that is slated to include the deployment ofsmall satellite capable of broadcasting images to Earth via a CCD camera.
The Shenzhou7 crew is China?s largest to date. The country launched its first astronaut, YangLiwei, aboard the Shenzhou 5 spacecraft in 2003. A two-man mission, Shenzhou 6flown by astronauts Fei Junlong and Nie Haisheng, followed in October 2005.
Like Zhai,Liu and Jing are also 42 years old and fighter pilots with the People?sLiberation Army, AFP reported. They served as backups for China?sShenzhou 6 mission.
Accordingto China?s CCTV television network, Shenzhou 7 is slated to launch in lateevening on Sept. 25, with landing set for Sept. 28.
China isthe third nation after Russia and the U.S. to develop spacecraft and boosterscapable of launching humans into space. The country?s space program is a sourceof national pride and a symbol of China?s technical prowess.
Shenzhouspacecraft are based on Russia?s Soyuz vehicles, but have been modernized andmodified by Chinese engineers. They consist of three segments — a crew capsule,orbital module and service module — and use solar panels to generate power.
The orbitalmodule has its own solar panels and can remain in orbit independently of thecrew and propulsion modules, unlike Russian Soyuz vehicles. But Shenzhouvehicles do return to Earth on land like Soyuz, with the spacecraft landing underparachutes and retrorockets on the plains of Inner Mongolia.
Chinesespace officials have said in the past that the country?s stepping stoneapproach to human spaceflight geared toward the development of a manned spacestation by 2010. Two follow-on missions, Shenzhou 8 and Shenzhou 9, areexpected to play a part in that goal, China Daily reported.
While Chinagears up for the launch of Shenzhou 7, the country is also looking to doubleits current cadre of 14 astronauts, also known as taikonauts. A new class ofastronauts has already begun training and is expected to add another 14spaceflyers to the Chinese corps, state media reported.
China's First Spacewalk: A Prelude of Things to Come
Shenzhou Rising: China's Second Manned Spaceflight
Special Report: Emerging China, Engaging China
Tariq Malik
Tariq is the Editor-in-Chief of Space.com and joined the team in 2001, first as an intern and staff writer, and later as an editor. He covers human spaceflight, exploration and space science, as well as skywatching and entertainment. He became Space.com's Managing Editor in 2009 and Editor-in-Chief in 2019. Before joining Space.com, Tariq was a staff reporter for The Los Angeles Times covering education and city beats in La Habra, Fullerton and Huntington Beach. In October 2022, Tariq received the Harry Kolcum Award (opens in new tab) for excellence in space reporting from the National Space Club Florida Committee. He is also an Eagle Scout (yes, he has the Space Exploration merit badge) and went to Space Camp four times as a kid and a fifth time as an adult. He has journalism degrees from the University of Southern California and New York University. You can find Tariq at Space.com and as the co-host to the This Week In Space podcast (opens in new tab) with space historian Rod Pyle on the TWiT network (opens in new tab). To see his latest project, you can follow Tariq on Twitter @tariqjmalik (opens in new tab).