The national team has played 820 Test matches, winning 386, losing 222, drawing 210 and tying 2. As of March 2019[update], Australia is ranked fourth in the ICC Test Championship on 104 rating points. Australia is the most successful team in Test cricket history, in terms of overall wins, win-loss ratio and wins percentage.
The Australian cricket team has played 932 ODI matches, winning 566, losing 323, tying 9 and with 34 ending in a no-result. As of March 2019[update], Australia is ranked fifth in the ICC ODI Championship on 102 rating points, though have been ranked first for 141 of 185 months since its introduction in 2002. Australia have made a record seven World Cup final appearances (1975, 1987, 1996, 1999, 2003, 2007 and 2015) and have won the World Cup a record five times in total; 1987, 1999, 2003, 2007 and 2015. Australia is the first team to appear in four consecutive World Cup finals (1996, 1999, 2003 and 2007), surpassing the old record of three consecutive World Cup appearances by the West Indies (1975, 1979 and 1983) and the first team to win 3 consecutive World Cups (1999, 2003 and 2007). The team was undefeated in 34 consecutive World Cup matches until 19 March at the 2011 Cricket World Cup where Pakistan beat them by 4 wickets. It is also the second team to win a World Cup (2015) on home soil, after India (2011). Australia have also won the ICC Champions Trophy twice (2006 and 2009) making them the first and the only team to become back to back winners in the Champions Trophy tournaments.
The national team has played 116 Twenty20 International matches, winning 60, losing 52, tying 2 and with 2 ending in a no-result. As of March 2019[update], Australia is ranked third in the ICC T20I Championship on 120 rating points,. Additionally, the team made the final of the 2010 ICC World Twenty20, in which they lost to England.
A highlight of Australia's early history was the 1882 Test match against England at The Oval. In this match, Fred Spofforth took 7/44 in the game's fourth innings to save the match by preventing England from making their 85-run target. After this match The Sporting Times, a major newspaper in London at the time, printed a mock obituary in which the death of English cricket was proclaimed and the announcement made that "the body was cremated and the ashes taken to Australia." This was the start of the famous Ashes series in which Australia and England play a series of Test matches to decide the holder of the Ashes. To this day, the contest is one of the fiercest rivalries in sport.
The 1930 tour of England heralded a new age of success for the Australian team. The team, led by Bill Woodfull – the "Great Un-bowlable" – featured legends of the game including Bill Ponsford, Stan McCabe, Clarrie Grimmett and the young pair of Archie Jackson and Don Bradman. Bradman was the outstanding batsman of the series, scoring a record 974 runs, including one century, two double centuries and one triple century, a massive score of 334 at Leeds which including 309 runs in a day. Jackson died of tuberculosis at the age of 23 three years later, after playing eight Tests. The team was widely considered unstoppable, winning nine of its next ten Tests.
The Australian team put the result of this series behind them, winning their next tour of England in 1934. The team was led by Bill Woodfull on his final tour and was notably dominated by Ponsford and Bradman, who twice put on partnerships of over 380 runs, with Bradman once again scoring a triple-century at Leeds. The bowling was dominated by the spin pair of Bill O'Reilly and Clarrie Grimmett, who took 53 wickets between them, with O'Reilly twice taking seven-wicket hauls.
Test cricket was again interrupted by war, with the last Test series in 1938 made notable by Len Hutton scoring a world record 364 for England, with Chuck Fleetwood-Smith conceding 298 runs in England's world record total of 7/903. Ross Gregory, a notable young batsman who played two Tests before the war, was killed in the war.
However, the team rebounded to win five consecutive series in the latter half of the 1950s, first under the leadership of Ian Johnson, then Ian Craig and Richie Benaud. The series against the West Indies in the 1960–61 season was notable for the Tied Test in the first game at the Gabba, which was the first in Test cricket. Australia ended up winning the series 2–1 after a hard-fought series that was praised for its excellent standards and sense of fair play. Stand-out players in that series as well as through the early part of the 1960s were Richie Benaud, who took a then-record number of wickets as a leg-spinner and who also captained Australia in 28 Tests, including 24 without defeat; Alan Davidson, who was a notable fast-bowler and also became the first player to take 10 wickets and make 100 runs in the same game in the first Test; Bob Simpson, who also later captained Australia for two different periods of time; Colin McDonald, the first-choice opening batsman for most of the 1950s and early '60s; Norm O'Neill, who made 181 in the Tied Test; Neil Harvey, towards the end of his long career; and Wally Grout, an excellent wicket-keeper who died at the age of 41.
In May 1977, Kerry Packer announced he was organising a breakaway competition – World Series Cricket (WSC) – after the Australian Cricket Board (ACB) refused to accept Channel Nine's bid to gain exclusive television rights to Australia's Test matches in 1976. Packer secretly signed leading international cricketers to his competition, including 28 Australians. Almost all of the Australian Test team at the time were signed to WSC – notable exceptions including Gary Cosier, Geoff Dymock, Kim Hughes and Craig Serjeant – and the Australian selectors were forced to pick what was generally considered a third-rate team from players in the Sheffield Shield. Former player Bob Simpson, who had retired 10 years previously after a conflict with the board, was recalled at the age of 41 to captain Australia against India. Jeff Thomson was named deputy in a team that included seven debutants. Australia managed to win the series 3–2, mainly thanks to the batting of Simpson, who scored 539 runs, including two centuries; and the bowling of Wayne Clark, who took 28 wickets. Australia lost the next series 3–1 against the West Indies, which was fielding a full strength team; and also lost the 1978–79 Ashes series 5–1, the team's worst Ashes result in Australia. Graham Yallop was named as captain for the Ashes, with Kim Hughes taking over for the 1979–80 tour of India. Rodney Hogg took 41 wickets in his debut series, an Australian record. WSC players returned to the team for the 1979–80 season after a settlement between the ACB and Kerry Packer. Greg Chappell was reinstated as captain.
The 1990s and early 21st century were arguably Australia's most successful periods, unbeaten in all Ashes series played bar the famous 2005 series and achieving a hat-trick of World Cups. This success has been attributed to the restructuring of the team and system by Border, successive aggressive captains, and the effectiveness of several key players, most notably Glenn McGrath, Shane Warne, Justin Langer, Matthew Hayden, Steve Waugh, Adam Gilchrist, Michael Hussey and Ricky Ponting. Following the 2006/07 Ashes series which Australia won 5 nil, Australia slipped in the rankings after the retirements of key players. In the 2013/14 Ashes series, Australia again defeated England 5 nil and climbed back to third in the ICC International Test rankings. In February/March 2014, Australia beat South Africa, the number 1 team in the world, 2–1 and overtook them to return to the top of the rankings. In 2015, Australia won the World Cup, losing just one game for the tournament.
As of December 2018[update], Australia was ranked fifth in the ICC Test Championship, sixth in the ICC ODI Championship and fourth in the ICC T20I Championship.
On 25 March 2018, during the third Test match against hosts South Africa; players Cameron Bancroft, Steve Smith, David Warner and the leadership group of the team were implicated in a ball tampering scandal. Smith and Bancroft admitted to conspiring to alter the condition of the ball by rubbing it with a piece of adhesive tape containing abrasive granules picked up from the ground (it was later revealed that sandpaper was used). Smith stated that the purpose was to gain an advantage by unlawfully changing the ball's surface in order to generate reverse swing. Bancroft had been filmed tampering with the ball and after being informed he had been caught, he was seen to transfer a yellow object from a pocket to the inside front of his trousers to hide the evidence. Steve Smith and David Warner were stood down as captain and vice-captain during the third Test while head coach, Darren Lehmann was suspected to have assisted Cameron Bancroft to tamper the ball. The ICC imposed a one-match ban and 100%-match-fee fine on Smith, while Bancroft was fined 75 per cent of his match fee and received 3 demerit points. Smith and Warner were both stripped of their captaincy roles by Cricket Australia and sent home from the tour (along with Bancroft). Tim Paine was appointed as captain for the fourth Test. Cricket Australia then suspended Smith and Warner from playing for 12 months and Bancroft for 9 months. Smith and Bancroft cannot be considered for leadership roles for 12 months after the suspension, while Warner is barred permanently from leadership. In the aftermath of these events, Darren Lehmann announced his resignation as head coach at the end of the series. On 8 May 2018, Tim Paine was also named as ODI captain and Aaron Finch was re-inserted as T20I captain hours later.
On 7 October 2018, Australia played their first Test match under new coach Justin Langer and new leadership group, which included Tim Paine as Australia's 46th Test captain.
For Test matches, the team wears Cricket Whites, with an optional sweater or sweater-vest with a green and gold V-neck for use in cold weather. The sponsor's (currently Alinta for home matches and Qantas for away matches) logo is displayed on the right side of the chest while the Cricket Australia coat-of-arms is displayed on the left. If the sweater is being worn the coat-of-arms is displayed under the V-neck and the sponsor's logo is again displayed on the right side of the chest. The baggy green, the Australian cricket cap, is considered an essential part of the cricketing uniform and as a symbol of the national team, with new players being presented with one upon their selection in the team. The helmet also prominently displays the Australian cricketing coat-of-arms. At the end of 2011, ASICS was named the manufacturer of the whites and limited over uniforms from Adidas, with the ASICS logo being displayed on the shirt and pants. Players may choose any manufacturer for their other gear (bat, pads, shoes, gloves, etc.).
In One Day International (ODI) cricket and Twenty20 International cricket, the team wears uniforms usually coloured green and gold, the national colours of Australia. There has been a variety of different styles and layouts used in both forms of the limited-overs game, with coloured clothing (sometimes known as "pyjamas") being introduced for World Series Cricket in the late 1970s. The Alinta or Qantas logo is prominently displayed on the shirts and other gears. The current home ODI kit consists of green as the primary colour and gold as the secondary colour. The away kit is the opposite of the home kit with gold as the primary colour and green as the secondary colour. The home Twenty20 kit consists of black with the natural colours of Australia, green and gold strips. However, since Australia beat New Zealand at the MCG in the 2015 Cricket World Cup wearing the gold uniform, it has also become their primary colour, with the hats used being called 'floppy gold', formerly known as 'baggy gold', a limited-overs equivalent to a baggy green. Until the late 2000s, in the ODIs, Australia wore yellow helmets, before switching to green helmets.
Former suppliers were Asics (1999), ISC (2000–2001), Fila (2002–2003) and Adidas (2004–2010) among others. Before Travelex, some of the former sponsors were Coca-Cola (1993–1998), Fly Emirates (1999) and Carlton & United Breweries (2000–2001).
This lists all the active players who have played for Australia in the past year (since 30 March 2018) and the forms in which they have played in that time, along with any players outside this criteria who've been selected in the team's most recent squad (these players appear in italics).
For the 2019–20 season, Cricket Australia's National Selection Panel (NSP) have announced 20 players contracted to the national side from which selectors choose Test, One-day and Twenty20 International teams. Salaries are based on a player ranking system decided by the NSP as well as match fees, tour fees and prize money for on-field success. Uncontracted players remain eligible for selection and can be upgraded to a Cricket Australia contract if they gain regular selection.
Australia is the most successful Test team in cricketing history. It has won more than 350 Test matches at a rate of almost 47%. The next best performance is by South Africa at 37%.
Australia have been involved in the only two Tied Tests played. The first occurred in December 1960, against the West Indies in Brisbane. The second occurred in September 1986, against India in Madras.
Australia's largest victory in a Test match came on 24 February 2002. Australia defeated South Africa by an innings and 360 runs in Johannesburg.
Australia holds the record for the most consecutive wins with 16. This has been achieved twice; from October 1999 to February 2001 and from December 2005 to January 2008.
Australia shares the record for the most consecutive series victories winning 9 series from October 2005 to June 2008. This record is shared with England.
Australia's highest total in a Test match innings was recorded in Kingston, Jamaica against the West Indies in June 1955. Australia posted 758/8 in their first innings, with five players scoring a century.
Australia's lowest total in a Test match innings was recorded in Birmingham against England in May 1902. Australia were bowled all out for 36.
The first Test in the 1894–95 Ashes.
The third Test of the 1981 Ashes.
The second Test in the 2000–01 Border-Gavaskar Trophy series against India.
Against India in March 2013, Australia became the first team in Test history to declare in their first innings and then lose by an innings.
In the 2013–14 Ashes series, Australia took all 100 wickets on offer in the 5–0 sweep over England.
Ricky Ponting and Steve Waugh have played in the most Test matches for Australia, both playing in 168 matches.
Charles Bannerman faced the first ball in Test cricket, scored the first runs in Test cricket and also scored the first Test century.
Charles Bannerman also scored 67.34% of the Australian first innings total in match 1. This record remains to this day as the highest percentage of a completed innings total that has been scored by a single batsman.
Ricky Ponting has scored the most runs for Australia in Test cricket with 13,378 runs. Allan Border is second with 11,174 runs in 265 innings while Steve Waugh has 10,927 in 260 innings.
Allan Border was the first Australian batsman to pass 10,000 and 11,000 Test runs.
Ricky Ponting was the first Australian batsman to pass 12,000 and 13,000 Test runs.
Matthew Hayden holds the record for the most runs in a single innings by an Australian with 380 in the first Test against Zimbabwe in Perth in October 2003.
Donald Bradman holds the record for the highest average by an Australian (or any other) cricketer of 99.94 runs per dismissal. Bradman played 52 Tests, scoring 29 centuries and a further 13 fifties.
Ricky Ponting holds the record for the most centuries by an Australian cricketer with 41. Former Australian captain Steve Waugh is in second position with 32 centuries from 260 innings.
Allan Border holds the record for the most fifties by an Australian cricketer with 63 in 265 innings.
Adam Gilchrist holds the record for the fastest century by an Australian.
Glenn McGrath holds the record for the most ducks by an Australian cricketer with 35 in 138 innings.
Billy Midwinter picked up the first five-wicket haul in a Test innings in match 1.
Fred Spofforth performed Test cricket's first hat-trick by dismissing Vernon Royle, Francis McKinnon and Tom Emmett in successive balls.
Fred Spofforth also took the first 10-wicket match haul in Test cricket.
Shane Warne holds the record for the most wickets by an Australian cricketer with 708 wickets in 145 Test matches.
Arthur Mailey holds the record for the best bowling figures in an innings by an Australian cricketer with 9/121 against England in February 1921.
Bob Massie holds the record for the best bowling figures in a match by an Australian cricketer with 16/137 against England in June 1972. That was also his first Test match for Australia.
J. J. Ferris holds the record for the best bowling average by an Australian bowler, taking 61 wickets at 12.70 in his career.
Clarrie Grimmett holds the record for the most wickets in a Test series with 44 against South Africa in 1935–36.
Ricky Ponting holds the record for the most catches in a career by an Australian fielder with 196 in 168 matches.
Jack Blackham performed the first stumping in Test cricket in match 1.
Adam Gilchrist holds the record for the most dismissals in a career by an Australian wicketkeeper with 416 in 96 matches.
Australia's highest total in a One Day International innings is 434/4, scored off 50 overs against South Africa in Johannesburg on 12 March 2006. This was a world record score before the South Africans later surpassed it in the same match.
Australia's lowest total in a One Day International innings is 70. This score has occurred twice; once against England in 1977 and once against New Zealand in 1986.
Australia's largest victory in One Day International cricket is 275 runs. This occurred against Afghanistan at the 2015 World Cup in Australia.
Australia are the only team in the history of the World Cup to win 3 consecutive tournaments; 1999, 2003 and 2007.
Australia went undefeated at the World Cup for a record 34 consecutive matches. After being defeated by Pakistan in 1999, Australia would remain unbeaten until they were again defeated by Pakistan in 2011.
Australia have won the most World Cups – 5.
Ricky Ponting has played in the most One Day International matches for Australia, playing 375 matches.
Ricky Ponting has the most One Day International runs by an Australian batsman with 13,291.
Ricky Ponting has the most One Day International centuries by an Australian batsman with 30.
Ricky Ponting has the most One Day International fifties by an Australian batsman with 82.
Ricky Ponting is the first Australian batsman to pass 10,000 One Day International runs.
Shane Watson has the highest individual not out score in an innings by an Australian batsman with 185*.
Shane Watson has hit the most sixes in a single innings by an Australian player with 15.
Phillip Hughes was the only Australian player to score a century on debut in One Day International cricket.
Glenn McGrath has the most One Day International wickets by an Australian bowler with 381.
Glenn McGrath has the best bowling figures by an Australian bowler with 7/15.
Brett Lee has the most five-wicket hauls by an Australian bowler with 9.
Ricky Ponting has the most catches taken by an Australian fielder with 154.
Adam Gilchrist has the most dismissals by an Australian wicketkeeper with 470.
Adam Gilchrist has the most catches taken by an Australian wicketkeeper with 416.
Adam Gilchrist has the most stumpings made by an Australian wicketkeeper with 54.
The team song is "Under the Southern Cross I Stand", which is sung by the players after every victory and "treated with reverential consideration and respect" within the team. The official lyrics are as follows, though when it is sung by the players, the word "little" in the last line is instead replaced by "bloody" or an expletive.
The authorship of this "Under the Southern Cross I Stand" is credited to former wicketkeeper Rod Marsh, who was apparently inspired by Henry Lawson's 1887 poem, "Flag of the Southern Cross". Marsh initially had the role of leading the team in singing it and, on his retirement, passed it on to Allan Border. The other players to have taken on the role are David Boon (when Border took over the captaincy), Ian Healy (on Boon's retirement), Ricky Ponting (on Healy's retirement), Justin Langer (when Ponting took over the captaincy). The role was then passed on to Michael Hussey, who took it on when Langer retired in January 2007. Following Hussey's retirement on 6 January 2013, he announced that he would be handing the duties over to Nathan Lyon.
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It would seem, if you had offline docs enabled and the docs sync'd you could happily carry on working - at least during this particular issue.
Here's how you enable offline Google Docs, it's pretty simple.
There are a lot of people on Twitter compaining about Google, complaining about cloud computing etc. they are understandably frustrated. Once this has all blown over I hope they remember that this type of issue is rare enough that the advatages of these services far outstrip the downsides, at least that's how I feel.
I hope everybody enables offline mode as soon as they can!


This Corrections Working Group has been meeting for six months now and is being supported by the four Districts of: 39 (Abbotsford) – 43 (Langley) – 44 (Mission) – 45 (Chilliwack).
These Districts have eight of the nine Federal Institutions and one Provincial Jail in BC/Yukon Area 79. Each Institute has between one and two meetings a week (with an average of 8 – 12 people in attendance) and is in need of support from those of us on the outside!
We are putting on an A.A. Corrections Round Up called "SECONDS & INCHES" on March 23rd in Abbotsford which will run from 10 AM – 8:30 PM. The cost is $15.00 and includes Dinner. We have two Main Speakers, an Al-Anon Speaker, Panel Discussions which will include some Inside Speakers and a Trivia Quiz. Please see the attached Poster (pdf).
How can those of us on the outside be of assistance?
1. We can volunteer to go in to the many Jail meetings.
Federal Institutes take about three months. You will receive a "Reliability Status" that is good for ten years. This is for both Men and Women who are incarcerated.
Our District Correction Chairs will gladly help you with the process and any questions that you may have.
3. We can volunteer for the Pre-Release (Bridging the Gap) Program to meet people upon their release (at the gate, plane, train, boat or bus) and take them to their first couple of meetings.
b. We are planning our February meeting to be in Abbotsford at the Level Ground Church where we are having our Corrections Round Up. Date yet to be decided.
Yours in love and service, Clifford T.


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In response, Car2Go is phasing out the two-seaters in favor of Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class sedans and GLA-Class compact crossovers. With their three-pointed stars and swoopy styling, they're ritzy—and they have heftier rental fees to match. In Austin, Texas, Car2Go's American home and its initial launch city, the Mercedes models run $19 an hour, while leftover Smarts cost $15 per hour.
Car2Go's global communications chief, Christian Müller, says that the company's future lineup could consist of both Mercedes and Smart vehicles—but they'll need a better charging station infrastructure here before they consider introducing electric vehicles.
"Europe is more progressive with charging stations," Müller said. "But the future of car-sharing everywhere is purely electric."
Car2Go is working with Hamburg, Germany, to develop a charging infrastructure conducive to a fleet of ride-sharing vehicles. While the city is on the hook for charging stations, Car2Go is doing the research on just where to put them. The company expects that its experiment in Hamburg will be helpful in convincing other global cities to do the same.
Car2Go's future will be in self-driving pods that will automatically relocate themselves when the system predicts demand. Using the example of an Ohio State football game in Columbus, Ohio, where Car2Go currently has a fleet of Smarts, Müller said that Car2Go's vehicles could position themselves in front of Ohio Stadium before the game ends.
With a Car2Go vehicle rented every second and a half globally, the company is already gathering massive amounts of vehicle usage data in order to become better at demand prediction. Today, Car2Go employees relocate cars throughout the day—typically using the opportunity to move them when they may need cleaning or servicing anyway.
For now, Car2Go floats the idea of the year 2030 as its target for a self-driving car fleet. Level 5 autonomous driving technology is ready for a roll-out, but Müller concedes that it's not yet feasible for car-sharing.
"It's a matter of the technology becoming less expensive," he said.
Car2Go may be a Daimler subsidiary, but its integration into the brand's future is massive. The Smart brand recently showed off a concept car billed the Smart Vision EQ Fortwo set to bow at next week's Frankfurt Motor Show. It looks vaguely like the current Smart Fortwo outside, but its bench seat and steering wheel-free dashboard inside is a stark reminder that future cars will probably pilot themselves with zero driver intervention.
Certainly, self-driving cars weren't on Müller's mind back in 2009, but the evolution seems perfectly natural.


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Category Archives: End Polio Now
Orange Plaza Rotary members and friends are looking forward to a day of fun at Angel Stadium raising funds to End Polio Now. This year's event begins at 3:00 p.m., August 26th, with the Angels taking on the Houston Astros.
WIth only 6 new cases of polio in the world this year, Rotary and its partners are "this close" to eradicating polio forever. This would mark only the second time a disease as been totally eliminated around the world.
Rotary began the effort to eradicate polio in 1985 and has since been joined by its partners: the World Health Organization, the Centers for Disease Control, UNICEF, and the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation. Rotary District 5320, covering Orange County and southern Los Angeles County, began the annual Angels fundraising event in 2009. Tickets to game are purchased at a discount and sold at a premium, with the difference donated to the Rotary Foundation. The pre-game tailgate party includes live music and District-wide chili cook-off, where more than a dozen Rotary clubs compete for the "After Burner" trophy and bragging rights.
For more information, and to purchase tickets, contact Orange Plaza Rotarian Teri Snyder.
This entry was posted in End Polio Now, Just for Fun!, The Rotary Foundation on July 17, 2017 by Rae.
Making Friends Around the World
Orange Plaza Rotary member Kristen Davis traveled to Caborca, Mexico with a group of Rotarians to assist with polio vaccinations in the poor villages surrounding Caborca.
Kristen writes: "Rotary is not only about volunteer service in our local communities, but it's also about giving back to those in need around the world. This weekend in Mexico has made a huge impact in Kristen's life… it's eye opening to see the conditions these families are in but it's also very special to see how happy these people are and how appreciative they are to see us helping them keep their children healthy. Another special thing about trips like this is the fellowship that is created between all the Rotarians. The Caborca Rotarians opened their clubhouse with open arms to the group of Americans from California, Arizona, Louisiana, Alabama, and Arkansas and the group from Canada. So many friendships and connections were formed this weekend all because of our common interest in making this world a better place!"
This entry was posted in End Polio Now, International Service on February 13, 2017 by Rae.
Cruise-In to End Polio Now
We've raised $250 this season with our "Cruise-In to End Polio Now", but we ain't done yet! Join us for one last night out under the lights at the Village of Orange on November 30th. Our partner, The Habit Grille, will donate 20% of that evening's sales to our "Polio Plus" campaign. But only if you come and enjoy some of their yummy food! Download the Cruise Night Flyer and present the coupon when ordering.
Thank you to our car community for helping us make history!
This entry was posted in End Polio Now, Just for Fun!, The Rotary Foundation on October 26, 2016 by Rae.
Remembering Tom
We are heartbroken by the sudden loss of our dear friend and Rotarian, Tom Davis, who left us on October 13th.
Orange Plaza was Tom's last Rotary club, and we know how lucky we are. In nearly 40 years as a Rotarian, Tom Davis left his mark. He was the "tree guy" behind the Rotary Club of Villa Park, procuring the saplings given to grade schoolers in celebration of Arbor Day. Even after transferring to Orange Plaza Rotary, he continued to volunteer at Villa Park events and to stay in touch with good friends there. Tom supported youth programs, working directly with El Modena Interact, and kept us connected to international service, in partnership with the RC of Villa Park. For Tom, Rotary was a family affair and we were thrilled to welcome his daughter Kristen as a member. Tom opened his home to the family of Rotary as well, and we had a wonderful time celebrating the end of summer at his home with our friends. Thanks for the memories, Tom. We love you and will miss you!
A celebration of Tom's life will be held November 21st at 11am at Covenant Presbyterian Church in Orange, CA. A lunch reception will be held afterwards.
This entry was posted in Club Service, End Polio Now, Member News on October 14, 2016 by Rae.
And This Little Piggy Conquered Polio
Once upon a time, a little Rotary club joined with 20 other volunteers to build a home on the outskirts of Tijuana. At the end of a rewarding day, the volunteers caravanned back to the international border and waited in line for approval to cross into the USA. The volunteers told jokes and stories and communicated with the car of friends behind them by waving, making faces and other amusing gestures.
But the group was distracted by 1) the urgent need of a certain member to find a nearby restroom, and 2) the many fine wares being hawked by dozens of Mexican vendors along the route to the border. So, the certain member was dispatched with a Mexican guide to find relief, only to return with the announcement that he had located the perfect souvenir of the group's experience: Rotunda, the Polio Pig.
Much haggling ensued before Rotunda was purchased, but when the transaction was concluded, Rotunda was immediately delivered to the club treasurer, traveling in the car directly behind the SUV filled with generous pig-loving Rotarians. Dolores' expression when receiving this gift was not glee, exactly, but more of a look of astonishment and woe. Nonetheless, Rotunda occupied a place of honor in her office for many years and occasionally attended a Rotary meeting, car show or other special event.
Alas, little piggies do not live forever and the time came to slaughter Rotunda for market. With all the pomp and circumstance we can muster, Orange Plaza Rotary threw Rotunda a going-away soiree on August 17th. As you can tell by the photos, Rotunda enjoyed the proceedings immensely, even after we performed surgery to extract over $98 dollars from her posterior. Although Rotunda did not survive the surgery, her sacrifice will change the lives of children around the world who receive vaccinations through Rotary's campaign to End Polio Now. With only three countries left on the list of "endemic" regions, Rotary and its partners are truly "this close" to eradicating polio from the face of the earth. The polio campaign is just one of the programs of The Rotary Foundation, which celebrates its 100th year of service this year. Want to know how you too can change the world? Join us!
This entry was posted in End Polio Now, International Service, The Rotary Foundation on August 18, 2016 by Rae.
The Best Little Club in O.C.
So this happened…
The members of Orange Plaza Rotary attended the Saturday luncheon at the annual Rotary 5320 District Conference and then hung around for District awards afterward. Oh, how we cheered as our friends in San Clemente Sunrise and Anaheim Hills captured the flag for best project in Community, Youth and International Service! We patted ourselves on the back when we received a Public Image citation and a well-earned Presidential Citation but, truth be told, we were just a wee bit disappointed.
Yes, our motto is "Service Above Self", but if we are honest with ourselves, we have a competitive spirit running through our tight-knit group. We headed out into the afternoon sunshine, vowing to do better next year.
And then the sun went down, and the lights came up, and dinner was served. We danced, we ate, and we drank. Just a little. Not enough to miss our big moment when Governor Padilla announced Orange Plaza Rotary as the best small club in Rotary District 5320!
After the shock wore off, we got a good night's sleep. Now we're ready to do it all again.
'Cause yeah, we are a little club, but kind of a big deal.
This entry was posted in Club Service, Community Service, End Polio Now, International Service, The Rotary Foundation, Vocational Service, Youth Service on May 16, 2016 by Rae.
Fighting Disease and Ending Polio Now
Rotary's top priority is the eradication of polio, but our members take on far greater responsibilities to fight disease. They set up health camps and training facilities in undeveloped countries and in communities struggling with HIV/AIDS and malaria. They also design and build the infrastructure for doctors, nurses, governments, and partners to reach the one in six people in the world who can't afford to pay for health care.
Disease prevention and treatment takes on many forms, from supporting studies to helping immunize people to improving drinking water and the sanitation infrastructure. The world relies on Rotary to tackle these global challenges, and to set an example for others to follow.
Learn more about our work to prevent and eradicate disease on the Rotary International website.
This entry was posted in Community Service, End Polio Now, International Service on December 1, 2015 by Rae.
Orange Plaza Rotary Recognized for Charitable Giving
Members of Orange Plaza Rotary celebrated the work of The Rotary Foundation at the annual Rotary District 5320 Foundation Gala, held November 14th at Crevier Classic Cars. The event drew more than 300 supporters of The Rotary Foundation, which funds grants for service projects performed by Rotarians around the world. The Foundation's areas of focus include water and sanitation, basic education and literacy, disease prevention and treatment, maternal and child health, economic and community development, and peace and conflict resolution.
Orange Plaza Rotary was recognized for donations to the Foundation of more than $290 per member. In addition, the club was praised for encouraging every member to contribute during the Rotary year. And Orange Plaza Rotary was one of a few clubs in the District to donate more that $2,000 to the campaign to end polio.
The Rotary Foundation returns 93 cents of every dollar it receives to Rotary clubs in the form of service project grants. Orange Plaza has previously received grants to perform cleft palate and eye surgeries for children in Mexico, provide desks and computers to schools in India and fund the Mentor Meals program at El Modena High School.
For more information about The Rotary Foundation, visit the Rotary International website.
This entry was posted in End Polio Now, The Rotary Foundation on November 14, 2015 by Rae.
July Cruise-In to Fight Polio
Orange Plaza Rotary welcomed local car enthusiasts to our regular meeting spot at Marie Callender's on July 29th. The "cruise-in" was a chance to check out some great cars and catch up with old friends. Many participated in our "Dine-In and Donate" fundraiser, taking advantage of happy hour specials at Marie Callender's. The restaurant donated 20% of the proceeds to Orange Plaza Rotary, which will use the funds in the battle to End Polio Now. Join us for the next cruise-in event on August 26th at Marie Callender's.
This entry was posted in Club Service, End Polio Now, Just for Fun! on August 2, 2015 by Rae.
Announcing our Summer Cruise-In!
Cruise into the Marie Callender's parking lot on July 29th or August 26th for cool cars, happy hour specials and great food!
Present your ticket when you dine and Orange Plaza Rotary will receive 20% of the sale. And don't forget to order some delicious pie to go!
For Cruise-In July 29th and August 26th
Proceeds support the community and world service projects of Orange Plaza Rotary. Check out our website to learn more about Rotary in your town.
This entry was posted in Club Service, End Polio Now, Just for Fun!, The Rotary Foundation on July 6, 2015 by Rae.

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The Michelangelo
Above It All
Rising an impressive 570 feet above the Sandton skyline, the Michelangelo Towers offers panoramic views of the Johannesburg skyline. This all-suite hotel is conveniently located adjoining Sandton City and the Sandton Convention Center, and boasts its own mall - The Michelangelo Towers Mall. The Michelangelo offers accommodation in 242 en-suite rooms and suites. The Michelangelo offers 24-hour room service, digital safes in all rooms, a health and fitness center with sauna and steam room. All suites have an open-plan living area with a fully stocked kitchen, including all utensils and appliances, a dining area and a spacious lounge that is adorned with a large plasma TV and an IT desk.
Price: From $201 per person per night
# of Beds: 484 beds
Amenities: Air Conditioning, Cell Phone Coverage, Ensuite Bathrooms, Hairdryer, Pool, Recharge Facilities, Wi-Fi, Workout Room
Type: Hotel
Included: Accommodation, breakfast, complimentary wireless internet, VAT
Additional Cost: Restaurant dining, bar, spa treatments, Pretoria City tour, Soweto Township tour, Apartheid Museum, DeWildt Cheetah Centre, Sterkfontein Caves, Maropeng ? Cradle of Humankind, Origins Centre, Elephant Educational at Hartbeespoort Dam
Apartheid Museum
Dark History and Enlightened Change
In 1948 the white-elected National Party government implemented the policy of apartheid, turning 20 million people into second class citizens. Their liberation in 1994 with the election of Nelson Mandela, the prisoner who became president, is a climax in the saga of a nation's resistance, courage and fortitude. In 1995 the South African government set up a process for the granting of casino licenses, establishing an agency to do this called the Gambling Board. The bid documents stipulated that bidders should demonstrate how they would attract tourism and thereby grow the economy and stimulate job creation. A consortium, called Akani Egoli, put in a bid that included the commitment to building a museum. Their bid was successful, the Gold Reef City casino was built and an adjacent piece of land given for the construction of a museum. The cost of the construction of the museum was paid for by Akani Egoli however, the museum is an independent, non-profit organization relying on donations to sustain its growth. The Apartheid Museum opened in 2001 and is considered the pre-eminent museum in the world dealing with 20th century South Africa, at the heart of which is the apartheid story. A series of 22 individual exhibition areas takes the visitor through a dramatic emotional journey that tells a story of a state-sanctioned system based on racial discrimination and the struggle of the majority to overthrow this tyranny. Visitors are supplied with a headphone set controlled by electronic transponders within the museum, which means that the visitor controls the speed at which they want to walk through the exhibits. ...show less
In 1948 the white-elected National Party government implemented the policy of apartheid, turning 20 million people into second class citizens. Their liberation in 1994 with the election of Nelson Mandela, the prisoner who became president, is a climax in the saga of a nation's resistance, courage and fortitude. In 1995 the South African...show more
DeWildt Cheetah Centre
Endangered Species Breeding Program
The De Wildt Cheetah Center was established in 1971 with the aim of breeding endangered species. Over the past two decades the Centre's efforts have resulted in the major achievement of breeding what was once a threatened species, the cheetah. Over the years, nearly 600 cheetah cubs have been born at De Wildt - a dramatic contrast to the days when the cheetah population of South Africa was estimated at a mere 700. While the cheetah project was the base from which the center launched its conservation ethic, it soon widened to include other rare and endangered animal species such as wild dog, brown hyena, serval, suni antelope, blue and red duiker, bontebok, riverine rabbit and vultures - including the very rare Egyptian vulture. Many of these have been successfully bred for later reintroduction into the wild, thus helping to repopulate areas where such species have disappeared or are no longer abundant. ...show less
The De Wildt Cheetah Center was established in 1971 with the aim of breeding endangered species. Over the past two decades the Centre's efforts have resulted in the major achievement of breeding what was once a threatened species, the cheetah. Over the years, nearly 600 cheetah cubs have been born at De Wildt - a dramatic contrast to the...show more
Elephant Educational at Hartebeespoort Dam
Walking with Giants
One of three Elephant Sanctuaries in South Africa, this extraordinary facility focuses on up-close encounters and the education of the elephants, and interaction, touching and activities with these giants. The sanctuary provides a stress free environment for the animals, as it is aware of the challenges of keeping these beasts in captivity
Maropeng: Cradle of Humanity
An Underground Journey Through How We Came to Be
An exciting 4-billion-year journey on an underground lake, through the elemental forces – water, air, fire and earth – dipping through waterfalls and real icebergs, into the eye of a storm, past erupting volcanoes and through the depths of the earth and emerging at the beginning of the world. From here, the journey continues through an experience highlighting the history of our world and humankind as a species, brought to life via audiovisual techniques, evocative sound effects, theme-park technology and theatrical displays. There are also real fossils on display at the visitor center. ...show less
An exciting 4-billion-year journey on an underground lake, through the elemental forces – water, air, fire and earth – dipping through waterfalls and real icebergs, into the eye of a storm, past erupting volcanoes and through the depths of the earth and emerging at the beginning of the world. From here, the journey continues through an...show more
Explore the Beginnings of Humanity
The Origins Centre at Wits, the newest heritage resource in South Africa, is one of the finest learning centers and home of Khoisan Rock Art in the world. It is a facility where we explore the origins of humans in Africa and peek into the fascinating world of the earliest humans. Visitors are also able to complete a basic questionnaire to trace their origins. The Origins Centre explores the very beginning of human technology, thought and spirituality – everything that makes us who we are today. ...show less
The Origins Centre at Wits, the newest heritage resource in South Africa, is one of the finest learning centers and home of Khoisan Rock Art in the world. It is a facility where we explore the origins of humans in Africa and peek into the fascinating world of the earliest humans. Visitors are also able to complete a basic questionnaire to...show more
Pretoria City Tour
Explore the History of South Africa's Capital City
Pretoria is the administrative capital of South Africa. Your guide will take you on a tour of : Voortrekker Monument - A commemorative museum for the courage of this country's pioneers during their 'Great Trek' into the unknown interior. City Hall and Transvaal museum (Entrance optional extra) – with statues of heroes of events leading up to the foundation days of Pretoria and the home of 'Mrs. Ples', fossil scull of one of the first known hominids to roam the earth. Church Square – here church services were held in the early days and it is dominated by the statue of 'Oom Paul', Paul Kruger, founder of the Kruger National Park. This square is the site of impressive historical buildings and is now a venue for trade and recreation; The Union Buildings – Designed by the famed architect, Sir Herbert Baker, this is where the Presidential and Administrative Offices are with its beautiful gardens and the replica of the Delville Wood Monument in France. When standing in these gardens you have an elevated view over the valley of this friendly city. ...show less
Pretoria is the administrative capital of South Africa. Your guide will take you on a tour of : Voortrekker Monument - A commemorative museum for the courage of this country's pioneers during their 'Great Trek' into the unknown interior. City Hall and Transvaal museum (Entrance optional extra) – with statues of heroes of events...show more
Soweto Township Tour
Uncover the Lessons of the South West Townships
The largest "township" in South Africa, Soweto became a city in its own right. Experience the history of this famous township, the root of the freedom struggle, Johannesburg Southwest Township (Soweto). Famous or notorious, Soweto is a former township from the times of Apartheid. Starting about 15 km away from the centre of Johannesburg, it comprises some 63 sq. km, where an estimated two million people live. Originally there were only temporary living quarters for the mine workers, before Soweto was declared a ghetto for the black population of Johannesburg by the infamous "Urban Areas Act" in 1923. Although the government had a housing program to build hundreds of thousands of plain two-room houses here, the illegal squatter camps kept on growing and spreading. Still Soweto is by no means only an accumulation of tin shacks. There are also better suburbs and a number of more or less functioning social institutions like schools and hospitals. The main impression though is that of great crowding and poverty, and Guides' approach are often that of the 'Good, the Bad and the Ugly'. The home that Nelson Mandela and Winnie Mandela shared is based in Soweto. ...show less
The largest "township" in South Africa, Soweto became a city in its own right. Experience the history of this famous township, the root of the freedom struggle, Johannesburg Southwest Township (Soweto). Famous or notorious, Soweto is a former township from the times of Apartheid. Starting about 15 km away from the centre of...show more
Sterkfontein Caves
Release Your Inner Paleontologist
Sterkfontein is one of the world's most productive and important palaeoanthropological sites. It is the place where the very first adult ape-man was found by Dr. Robert Broom in 1936. This ancient cave system has over the years revealed a sequence of deposits with fossils dating from about 3.5 to 1.5 million years ago, a period of time which spans the early development of the family of man- the hominids. In addition to almost 500 skull, jaw, teeth and skeletal fossils of these early hominids, there are many thousands of other animal fossils, over 300 fragments of fossils wood, and over 9,000 stone tools which include some of the earliest manifestations of human culture on earth. Some of the youngest deposits in the cave also contain fossils and tools from the period just prior to the emergence of modern humans, the period ca. 100.000 to 250,000 years ago, most widespread of which are the dolomites of the Transvaal Supergroup. ...show less
Sterkfontein is one of the world's most productive and important palaeoanthropological sites. It is the place where the very first adult ape-man was found by Dr. Robert Broom in 1936. This ancient cave system has over the years revealed a sequence of deposits with fossils dating from about 3.5 to 1.5 million years ago, a period of time which...show more
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JAY-Z and Solange's Infamous Elevator Fight: Everything They — and Beyoncé — Have Said
"That's my sister, not my sister-in-law. My sister. Period," JAY-Z recently said of Solange
By Stephanie Petit
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Surveillance video appeared to show Solange and JAY-Z getting into an argument as Beyoncé witnessed the incident in an elevator following a 2014 Met Gala afterparty. The footage showed Solange yelling at the rapper before wildly hitting and kicking him as a man who seems to be a security guard tried to restrain her. At one point, Beyoncé stepped in to stand between her husband and sister. The surveillance video was obtained by TMZ and widely circulated.
"SOLANGE WAS PROVOKED"
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A source told PEOPLE Solange had a run-in with designer Rachel Roy earlier in the night and said that "Solange was provoked by Rachel."
Towards the end of the night, "Jay said something inappropriate to Beyoncé and Solange, and she snapped. When they got in the elevator, it escalated quickly the way family tensions can. It got exceptionally heated the way family moments can," the insider revealed. "Solange is super protective of Beyoncé."
BREAKING THEIR SILENCE
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Ten days after the incident, the trio released a joint statement addressing the drama.
"As a result of the public release of the elevator security footage from Monday, May 5th, there has been a great deal of speculation about what triggered the unfortunate incident. But the most important thing is that our family has worked through it," they say in a statement to the Associated Press. "Jay and Solange each assume their share of responsibility for what has occurred. They both acknowledge their role in this private matter that has played out in the public. They both have apologized to each other and we have moved forward as a united family."
"The reports of Solange being intoxicated or displaying erratic behavior throughout that evening are simply false," the statement continued. "At the end of the day families have problems and we're no different. We love each other and above all we are family. We've put this behind us and hope everyone else will do the same."
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WE ARE "ALL GOOD"
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Two months later, Solange cleared the air about the altercation with Lucky magazine.
"What's important is that my family and I are all good," the singer said. "What we had to say collectively was in the statement that we put out, and we all feel at peace with that."
FUELING THE FIRE
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Beyoncé kept talk of the incident alive in August 2014 when she debuted a remix of her song "Flawless" that seemed to reference the famous elevator brawl. "Of course sometimes s— goes down when there's a billion dollars on an elevator," the lyrics state.
JAY-Z TAKES RESPONSIBILITY
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Following in his wife's footsteps, JAY-Z appeared to call out the famous footage in his song "Kill JAY-Z" off his 2017 album 4:44. He raps, "You egged Solange on / Knowin' all along /All you had to say you was wrong/ But you gotta do better, boy, you owe it to Blue / You had no father, you had the armor / But you got a daughter, gotta get softer."
"THAT'S MY SISTER"
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JAY-Z shared in a recent interview with Rap Radar hosts Elliott Wilson and Brian "B.Dot" Miller that the incident is far in the past for the family.
"We've always had a great relationship… We had one disagreement ever. Before and after we've been cool," he said of Solange. "She's like my sister. I will protect her. That's my sister, not my sister-in-law. My sister. Period."
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Home›East Midlands›First homes released for sale at new Calverton development
First homes released for sale at new Calverton development
East Midlands, Local Everyday News, Property & Construction
by Ellie Truscott
A new housing development in Calverton welcomed its first few visitors at the end of October as the first homes were released for sale.
Bellway East Midlands opened the doors to its new sales office, at its Willow Rise development, off Flatts Lane, on Saturday 30 October.
Bellway is delivering 82 new homes at the development, including 16 affordable properties for local people, alongside public open space and a children's play area.
The housebuilder is also investing more than £900,000 in the area as part of the planning agreement.
Kenny Lattimore, Sales Manager for Bellway East Midlands, said: "Construction is already underway on the first properties at Willow Rise and the work is progressing well.
"We wanted to coincide the launch of the first homes for sale at the development, with the opening of the on-site sales office at Willow Rise – which was a great success.
"The launch welcomed visitors and prospective buyers to the site, which has already generated a good level of interest.
"This development is already appealing to a wide range of buyers, including first-time buyers and growing families, and we are expecting the first selection of new homes to be snapped up quickly once they are released onto the market."
Willow Rise is Bellway's latest development in Nottinghamshire and will provide a mix of three and four-bedroom houses for sale. Each home will feature a private garden and parking.
As part of the scheme, Bellway will provide more than £460,000 in financial contributions towards primary and secondary education.
Kenny said: "Willow Rise is in a thriving village location in Nottinghamshire, with excellent transport connections to Nottingham city centre and well-regarded schools in the area – all of which makes this a particularly sought-after development.
"The significant financial contributions by Bellway will also further enhance local infrastructure and facilities for both existing and future residents in the village."
Prices for the first homes released for sale at Willow Rise currently start from £285,000 for a three-bedroom home.
For more information about Willow Rise and Bellway, visit https://www.bellway.co.uk/new-homes/east-midlands/willow-rise.
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The tables below show the monthly OPS for each league since 2006. June 2016 and August 2009 are both in red. The .751 the AL had in May is also good by recent standards as is the .737 for the NL in April. The AL had an .823 OPS over the last 7 days. The NL had .771. All data from the Baseball Reference Play Index.
The AL has an OPS of .749 so far this year and the last year that was higher was 2009 at .764.The NL has an OPS of .731 so far this year and the last year that was higher was 2009 at .739. The last table shows the annual OPS in each league since 2009. So you can see how things are picking up.


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AEW The First Dance was een televisie special van het televisieprogramma Rampage in het professioneel worstelen dat geproduceerd werd door All Elite Wrestling (AEW). De special werd live uitgezonden op TNT op 20 augustus 2021 vanuit het United Center in Chicago, Illinois.

Het evenement stond bekend van het debuut van CM Punk, die na 7 jaar terugkeerde naar het professioneel worstelen. Punk verscheen voor de laatste keer bij WWE's Royal Rumble pay-per-view (PPV) evenement dat plaatsvond in januari 2014.

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This colorful power point show has very clear and detailed iris slides, showing various pupil flattening's that relate to various areas of the spine with written explanations, and arrows pointing to the areas the pupil is flat. This will help the iridologist ask appropriate questions about a person's back and specific areas that may be out of balance. Often the person has had an accident or injury causing that pupil area to be flat and may need chiropractic assistance or acupuncture. It also teaches the various reasons why the pupil would become enlarged, very small or even elliptical. The size and shape of the pupil can show the iridologist a great deal about that person's spine, organs connected to that part of the spine or other more serious health concerns. Excellent for a student learning iridology or for an iridology instructor to use in the classroom.


In this video, learning and development expert, Pat D'Amico of About Face Development, LLC, discusses his experience driving deliberate practice and role play using Allego. Pat was able to improve sales certification scores by nearly 2x using Allego's modern learning tools.
We've done some actual study work where we've gathered data, where we've taken the individuals, and we recorded them at the end of a live training session, delivering messaging or answering key questions or objections. Then we sent them home, and we've given them a few weeks to practice using Allego and then also having them resubmit at that time.
Well, we know that practice was taking place in front of customers. Then the next question we say is, "Which customers was that practice taking place with?" The answer is, the best customers, because if I am a rep and I leave a training course, and I'm not completely comfortable with my messaging or the objection handling, I'm going to go to my best customers. I'm gonna go to those customers who trust me the most, that I feel the most comfortable, who I know if I make a mistake it's not going to be hugely potentially detrimental.
Those individuals could come back later and say, "I practiced that about 15 to 20 times." It was at that point I knew we were on to something here. I said, "Jeez, we weren't being that hard on you about mastering it." They said, "Yeah, but I watched myself, and I didn't like the way I looked, or I didn't like the way it sounded." It really helped me realize that that the role play we do in the classroom, where you and I are partnered together, and you're telling me how great I am the first time I do it, individuals are going to be far more critical of themselves than anyone else is ever going to be.
When we first started using the tool, we would actually do surveys with the folks that utilize it. We asked them that question, "What did you find most valuable about the tool?" I think more than anything what we got back was a fairly simple statement, which was, "The ability to watch and critique myself and know where I can improve" was the most valuable.
There's often no better coach than the individual themselves. Thy know what they're capable of, and they see what doesn't feel right or look right. The tool allows them to make that assessment themselves and in the moment make that correction, which really prevents them building bad habits.


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Every lesson begins with a listening audio. Only after completion of listening to the audio can students view the script of the audio or just proceed to questions.


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Reto-Moto announced today that the latest Heroes and Generals update, "Hallowes - XP for Friends," is now live and it brings with it some major news: the game's browser client has been ditched. In its place will be a standalone client that can be downloaded from the official website.
According to Reto-Moto, there are three core reasons that the browser client is no more: Chrome and Firefox are phasing out plugins that the browser client needs to work properly, making it so that only a client version of the game is available "simplifies [...] development," and features that they would like to add in the future are made more feasible by becoming an exclusively client-based game.
Reto-Moto Game Director Jacob Andersen had the following to say about the announcement.
We are aiming to make it both more fun and rewarding for soldiers to fight with their friends on the frontline. As part of the update all maps have been improved to ensure a better gameflow and allow for more intense battles. Tweaks have been made to the animation system resulting in a smoother visual experience. And we have added more bicycles to the game.
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Why Ripple (XRP) is the Most Resilient Altcoin of 2018
Ripple (XRP) – The dog that keeps on fighting. The cryptocurrency market has seen its share of rises and falls in the last few weeks. From soaring highs to a major crash one month ago where cryptocurrencies lost $200 billion across the board. The crash was caused by fears that South Korea could ban altcoin trading. While major altcoins plummeted by as much as 45%, one cryptocurrency held its ground. Ripple trades by the symbol XRP and can be regarded as one of the most resilient altcoins today. During the massive crash, Ripple only dropped in value by 9% to $0.91. As such, investors who had large amounts of this cryptocurrency in their portfolios did not bear a heavy loss. As a matter of fact, they will be laughing all the way to the bank now. The cryptocurrency has received major backing from financial institutions looking to experience the benefits of its seamless, decentralized value transfer service. Furthermore, it is about to get a major shot in the arm from one of the wealthiest countries in the world. Thanks to these developments, Ripple is now trading at $1.15. Read on to discover more of the juicy details.
Chart 1: Ripple price chart (Source: Coingecko, 2018)
Major support for Ripple
As of today, Ripple has secured the support of more than 100 banks around the world. The cryptocurrency provides a blockchain resource which allows banks to transfer value from one party to the other using a seamless, global network. The cryptocurrency had a running start with the financial institutions right after it launched.
One of the first orders of business was to ink an options deal with the R3 consortium of banks which was worth $12 billion. Big banks such as J.P. Morgan, Morgan Stanley, and Goldman Sachs were involved. This showed confidence in Ripple by financial giants and led to investor confidence. Having such trusted, solid establishments behind it makes Ripple stable. This is a major reason why it survived the cryptocurrency market crash. Despite a legal spat with the R3, The confidence continues as more than 100 banks indicate support for the cryptocurrency.
Saudi Arabia Central Bank makes a massive investment in Ripple
Ripple (XRP) has become the first cryptocurrency to sign a deal with a central bank. The Saudi Arabia central bank signed a deal with the cryptocurrency which was worth a whopping $4 billion. Through Saudi Arabia Monetary Authority (SAMA), the financial institution made the investment and empowered Ripple to create software based on the blockchain which can be used by Saudi banks for settling transactions. In addition to that, the deal effectively allowed Saudi banks to use Ripple's xCurrent software to handle payments across borders. SAMA also indicated that they would be ready to provide interested banks in the region with training and program management in Ripple.
The deal is still in its pilot stage but presents massive growth potential for Ripple. The deal increased the value of Ripple from $1.03 to $1.14. it also boosted Ripple's market capitalization from $40 billion to $44 billion. Setting a major milestone, Ripple grew 10% in one day thanks to Saudi Arabia Central Bank. Holders of this cryptocurrency can now rest assured that one of the biggest financial institutions in the world is now invested in Ripple. The good news does not stop there.
China's LianLian International signs deal with Ripple
The rally of support from Asia did not stop with Saudi Arabia. China's LianLian eCommerce company also signed a deal with Ripple in February. The company sought Ripple's xCurrent software so as to help facilitate cheaper payments for products and services between its 150 million users. Furthermore, LianLian International sought to use the software to help in facilitating quicker, more efficient money transfer with other online marketplaces such as Ali Express, Amazon, and eBay. By using Ripple's payment mechanism, the company will seamlessly link its customers in the U.S., China, and Europe. Not only did the deal bring more exposure to Ripple, it was put a pretty penny in the altcoin's coffers.
Japan jumps on the Ripple bandwagon
Continuing its rally across Asia, Ripple is set to be the only altcoin listed in Japan's SBI Virtual Currencies trading platform. The company is set to be the biggest financial services provider in the country. In a groundbreaking deal, the company signed a deal to utilize Ripple's xRapid ecosystem so as to gain access to crucial liquidity required to power cross-border transactions. By relying on the system, SBI Virtual Currencies will be linked with other financial institutions across the globe.
To some, it all up
In a silent, stealthy way, Ripple is garnering major support from various financial institutions across the world. Saudi Arabia Central Bank, LianLian International, and SBI Virtual Currencies are already on board. There are whispers that Moneygram and Western Union are also looking to make deals with Ripple. As such, if you have some Ripple coins in your portfolio, hold on to them. If you are looking to invest, Ripple is a great bet for 2018.
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Oman Air is adding flights connecting Muscat with 25 cities including Doha, Dubai and London. Flights are added starting early January 2021. Flights connecting Muscat and Doha will also increase from 2 to 4 per week. Flights connecting Muscat and Dubai will increase from 3 to 5 flights per week. Flights connecting Muscat and London will increase from 2 to 3 flights per week. Additionally, flights will be added to and from Muscat to Mumbai, Cairo, Kochi, Delhi, Hyderabad, Islamabad, Lahore and Chennai. Oman Air will continue to maintain its comprehensive safety program throughout all elements of the travel journey to ensure that guests fly confidently. Masks are required when guests are on board the aircraft and in Oman's airports. Distancing is maintained while guests board and exit the aircraft, which are carefully cleaned after each flight and at the end of every day. Cabin crew all wear a full set of personal protective equipment, meal service has been modified to further ensure safety and a number of other steps have been taken to ensure that the airline's guests and crew are safe at all times.
Pegasus Airlines announced commencement of Muscat (MCT) – Istanbul Sabiha (SAW) v.v., to thrice a week operations effective Monday January 18, 2021. One way fare starts from AED520/-including all taxes and 20kg check-in baggage + 01 piece hand luggage allowance.Round trip fares start from AED1000/- including all taxes and 20kg check-in baggage + 01 piece hand luggage allowance.
JW Marriott debuts in Muscat
JW Marriott announced the opening of JW Marriott Muscat, setting the stage for distinctive experiences in Oman's historic capital. Located in the heart of Muscat's new business hub, within the Sultanate's largest urban development project Madinat Al-Irfan, the hotel is an integral part of the prestigious Oman Convention & Exhibition Centre (OCEC) precinct. Directly linked to the OCEC, it also provides easy access to key city landmarks including Muscat Old Town, Royal Opera House, Old Souq and Mattrah Corniche. Overlooking inspiring surroundings, JW Marriott Muscat features 304 guest rooms and suites, many of them offering views of Oman's wadis, spectacular natural valleys flowing with water. With 2500 square metres of banqueting space flooded with natural daylight and equipped with the latest state-of-the-art technology, the new property is the perfect place to host artfully choreographed meetings and events. Whether it's a small board meeting, a large conference, a social gathering or a wedding, the hotel offers space and choice with two large ballrooms and six meeting rooms. Directly linked to the Oman Convention & Exhibition Centre (OCEC) precinct, JW Marriott Muscat invites business travellers to benefit from the acclaimed 'Events by JW' service, including multi-lingual and experienced event planners and tailored menus. JW Marriott Muscat houses the largest Executive Lounge in the country and is the first hotel to have an exclusive lounge for airline crew. Mitzi Gaskins, Vice President & Global Brand Leader, JW Marriott, said, "The hotel's extensive offerings encourage guests to live in the present and pursue their best selves while immersing themselves in the culturally authentic experiences of this enchanting city."
SalamAir launches four weekly flights from Abu Dhabi to Muscat
Abu Dhabi Airports announced the commencement of four weekly flights between Abu Dhabi and Muscat in Oman with SalamAir. The flights will take-off from Muscat International Airport (MCT) at 9:00 am every Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Saturday, and will arrive at Abu Dhabi International Airport at 10:20 am. The return flights will take-off from Abu Dhabi at 11:05 am, arriving in Muscat at 12:05 pm local time. Commenting on the new route to Muscat, Maarten De Groof, Chief Commercial Officer at Abu Dhabi Airports, said, "Muscat is one of the most popular destinations among UAE citizens and residents, and these four new flights will give them new convenient options. This partnership demonstrates Abu Dhabi Airports' commitment to continuously developing its network and connectivity, with the aim of providing travellers with ever more choices. We are always keen to attract new airlines to our airport, particularly from popular destinations, such as Oman. The new flights will contribute to the growth of the tourism industry in Abu Dhabi, a city which is already a global aviation hub, alongside a major destination for tourists and business people alike."
Emirates inks codeshare with China Southern Airlines to expand network in China
Emirates and China Southern Airlines have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to progress on a comprehensive reciprocal codeshare agreement, which is set to open up new destinations for passengers travelling between China, Middle East and Africa. The partnership with the Guangzhou-based carrier also allows Emirates' passengers to enjoy seamless connectivity on domestic flights within China, adding eight new destinations to its global network. The Chinese cities covered by the codeshare agreement include Fuzhou, Chongqing, Kunming, Qingdao, Xiamen, Chengdu, Nanjing and Xi 'an during the initial phase of the partnership, subject to necessary government approvals. Passengers travelling from China will have more choice and travel seamlessly with minimum connection times when flying to destinations in Emirates' Middle East network such as Riyadh, Jeddah, Dammam, Muscat, Kuwait and Cairo. The codeshare agreement also includes flights to African destinations such as Seychelles and Lagos, operated by Emirates. With the UAE's visa-free policy for Chinese visitors, passengers can also enjoy hassle-free stopovers in Dubai and experience what the city has to offer before flying to their final destinations. The codeshare partnership will provide customers with the simplicity of purchasing connecting flights using one reservation and a smooth ticketing, check-in, boarding and baggage check experience during the entire journey. "We're pleased to establish a partnership with China Southern Airlines, allowing Emirates' customers to benefit from increased choice, flexibility and ease of connection to different cities across China's provinces, by connecting in Guangzhou. The addition of the eight domestic routes in the initial stage expands our reach in China, beyond the three Chinese hub cities of Beijing, Shanghai and Guangzhou," said Adnan Kazim, Divisional Senior Vice President of Strategic Planning, Revenue Optimisation & Aeropolitical Affairs, …
Al Bustan Palace reopens in Muscat
Following a period of extensive enhancements, Al Bustan Palace has reopened in Muscat. The Ritz-Carlton property includes redesigned rooms and suites, refreshed Ritz Kids experiences and new culinary options. A symbol of Omani culture and hospitality, the palace hotel offers new and inspiring experiences that bridge heritage with state-of-the-art technology and modern design. Commenting on the reopening of the hotel, HE Maitha bint Saif Al Mahrouqi, Undersecretary, Ministry of Tourism, Sultanate of Oman, said, "Oman continues to welcome record number of international visitors, thanks to our commitment to offering world-class experiences for the modern global traveller that honour and celebrate our beautiful natural surroundings, rich culture and history. The renovation of Al Bustan Palace supports this vision and we are confident that the hotel will continue to contribute to the Sultanate's thriving tourism industry." Royal Estates' Royal Court Affairs in Oman carried out the design of most of the refurbishment works, while renowned luxury integrated design firm WATG and affiliated design studio Wimberly Interiors provided the other architecture and interior renovation under the supervision of the Royal Estates.
Fraser Suites opens in Muscat
Tavellers to Muscat can now experience luxurious hospitality with the recent opening of Fraser Suites Muscat. The 120-key property is Frasers Hospitality's first in Oman, offering business and leisure to travellers in the heart of the capital. Under the ownership of Amer Al Suleimani and co-owners, Ammar Al Suleimani and Ahmed Al Suleimani, Fraser Suites Muscat seeks to redefine the concept of hospitality. Located in the landmark mixed-use complex, the serviced residence offers guests a range of one to three-bedroom apartments, each with stunning views of the city. Its prime location puts it in the vicinity of a host of F&B outlets, mega shopping and lifestyle destinations like the Mall of Oman and Muscat Grand Mall, several large multi-national companies and Muscat International Airport. This spacious property, with modern and elegant furnishing reflecting the essence of the city throughout, also hosts a range of amenities for residents to enjoy. A grand ballroom is also available for events and conferences for up to 800 people. The launch of the property is in line with the growth strategy of Frasers Hospitality, which aims at expanding its global presence with new properties in the Middle East and Africa.
Oman Air to resume flights to Maldives from October 2018
Oman Air will resume its flights to Maldives for the 2018-19 winter season from October 28, 2018. The service will be operated by the new Boeing 737 aircraft. Oman Air flights from Muscat to Maldives will operate on Sunday, Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday, while the flight from Maldives to Muscat will operate on Sunday, Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday. Well-known for its beaches, blue lagoons and extensive reefs, Maldives, which is 3.5 hours away from Oman, is a popular tourist destination with an increasing number of international visitors arriving year-on-year (YoY). Eng Abdulaziz Al Raisi, CEO, Oman Air said, "We are delighted to be resuming our Maldives route and look forward to welcoming our valued Oman Air guests on board our latest Boeing 737 aircraft. We thoroughly encourage our friends from Europe and the rest of our network, flying to Maldives to stop over and explore Oman en route. Our new Maldives service offers holidaymakers the perfect opportunity to explore Muscat, before escaping to the beautiful shores of Maldives
Mandarin Oriental announces new project in Oman
Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group has announced that it will manage a new resort and branded residences in Muscat, which is expected to open in 2021. Mandarin Oriental, Muscat will feature 150 guestrooms and suites, five restaurants and bars, a Spa at Mandarin Oriental and an outdoor swimming pool. A variety of banqueting and meeting spaces will accommodate social and business events. The group will also manage 155 Residences at Mandarin Oriental, which will feature some of the most select private apartments in the capital ranging from 75 to 260 square metres. The property will be located on the beach in a prime city location and the low-rise architectural design will take full advantage of the views over the Arabian sea. The developer is Eagle Hills Muscat, a private real estate investment and development company. "Muscat is an entrancing destination with character, charm and an abundance of visitor attractions. We are delighted to have the opportunity to expand our brand presence on the Arabian Peninsula with this exciting project in partnership with Eagle Hills," said James Riley, Group Chief Executive, Mandarin Oriental. "We look forward to bringing Mandarin Oriental's legendary service standards to Muscat," he added. "We are proud to be entering the Omani market, with our first project in the country. As we take this step, we are pleased to be working in partnership with Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group, one of the most prestigious names in hospitality," said Low Ping, CEO, Eagle Hills.
310-room Kempinski Hotel Muscat opens doors
Located in the modern community of Al Mouj, Muscat, the five-star Kempinski Hotel Muscat is an unparalleled luxury destination in the capital of Oman. The hotel features 310 rooms and suites, state-of-the-art meetings and events facilities, world-class restaurants and bars, a fully equipped fitness centre and a luxury spa, allowing visitors to revel in the beauty of both the location and warm Omani hospitality. Serving as the gateway to authentic Omani adventure, visitors can experience the unbeatable mix of local traditions and world-class European luxury at the luxury hotel.
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