Wednesday and Thursday centered around what were my two main desires for our Paris trip, visiting the Musée D'Orsay and the Louvre.
Wednesday I made Markus get up early and head out so that we wouldn't have to wait too long in line for the D'Orsay. Well, I mixed up the operating hours, so we were there an hour before the doors opened and no one was in sight. But that gave us an opportunity to finish our croissants and drink € 4 coffees in an overpriced (as they all are in the touristy centre of Paris) café.
Once inside, I was stunned by the beauty of the building. Formerly a train station built in late 1800's, the space was remodeled in the 1980's (thank goodness it missed the '70's!) Markus and I love the Impressionists (not very original, I know, but there is no accounting for taste), so we spent 3 hours getting our fill of Monet, Manet, and Degas. I have this incredible sense of well-being, calm, and inspiration when I am looking at art work that moves me. (Now I just need to figure out how to bottle that for injection during the rest of my life.) It was a perfect morning.
Here is a shot of the gorgeous interior, plus a couple of my favourite paintings (sorry about the quality…a photography class is next!).
In the afternoon Markus took a break, as he was battling a cold, and I headed for the shops. I only bought one top, but enjoyed browsing. All I have to say is "What financial crisis?!!" Everywhere was packed with people buying clothes and gifts and toys for their children. I guess that is why I continue to have faith that our little inner city hotel could do well; it has to get really, really, really bad before people give up their vacation plans entirely.
Thursday we headed out early again for the Louvre. There was a line but it snaked in very quickly. (I was actually amazing that, although people poured steadily in all day, the museum is so massive that we would still find ourselves in rooms all alone.) We had a bumpy start since I was getting a bit obstinate about wanting to be in a certain area of the museum, and were having trouble finding it. But eventually we got there, I relaxed, and Markus forgave me.
As everyone who has ever been to the Louvre told me, the place is so incredibly huge there is no chance of seeing everything…even if you had a month. So in the end we wandered a bit, got lost a bit, and saw all kinds of works from various periods.
One of the amazing areas was the artifacts from Ancient Egypt (and a bit from ancient Iran). The tombs, jewellery and stones covered with hieroglyphs made me just want to stand and stare for hours. As for paintings, Rembrandt was a favourite, so we spent a good amount of time viewing his works. We also toured Napoleon's apartments, which of course were ridiculously, deliciously opulent. Always fun to imagine myself living that life. Perhaps I'd just be bored. Or not.
Overall the D'Orsay was the more complete experience for me, but I would/will go back to the Louvre without a doubt should I ever find myself back in Paris.
After the Louvre we had fresh sandwiches in a gorgeous park and then in the afternoon walked down the Avenue des Champs-Élysées. What a madhouse. (Again, what financial crisis??) So many beautiful people going in and out of beautiful shops. What an eyeful. Of course we just window shopped, but we did treat ourselves to a couple of € 10 small drafts (ridiculous, but must be done) and people watched. Markus noted that it was easy to discern the tourists in their comfortable shoes from the Parisians who wouldn't be caught dead without heels. Like all big cities, it would be more fun to live in Paris if you have loads of disposable cash.
The weather had been perfect all week despite predictions of rain, so we weren't too surprised when the skies opened up just as we hopped in the car to make our way back to Innsbruck. We picked a very tired Rebecca up at the Munich airport (she was returning from 2 weeks in Canada for spring break) and had a quiet drive home.
I truly couldn't have designed a better way to usher in (hopefully at least) the next 40 years of my life. I am blessed.
Last week Markus and I kissed Annie and hugged my mom and Drew goodbye (with lots of instructions and several phone numbers), and headed out in the car for a relaxing (for me, the passenger), very scenic 9-hour drive to Paris. The weather was gorgeous, and the landscape of mountains, farms and rolling hills were soothing and stunning at the same time.
We pushed through with only a couple of coffee breaks until we got to France. We decided to stop for lunch in a town near the highway, as opposed to a road-side restaurant. It being Easter Monday, our first couple of attempts in little French villages were thwarted, as the towns were closed. Not just the shops and restaurants, but everything. Not a person in sight, not a dog on the streets. A bit weird, although we appreciated looking at the charming architecture.
With surprising little trouble (given that I am useless at navigating, as my car sickness means I can't look at a map for more than 2 seconds while the car is moving…not to mention my hopeless sense of direction,) we found our hotel.
We were very happy with our small suite (one bedroom and main eating/living area). And being able to pop down to the bakery and bring back Pain aux Chocolat with fresh juice and coffee in the room was a perfect way to start the day.
And they weren't kidding about the location. We were able to walk everywhere: Eiffel Tower, Louvre, Champs-Elysees. We took the metro a couple of times only because we had worn out our poor feet from hours and hours of strolling through the city and museums.
We were both pretty tired after the long drive, so after a short stroll around our 'hood, a few pics, and a quick dinner, we went back to the hotel for a relaxing and refreshing sleep.
Our first trek took us over the Pont-Neuf bridge to the Ile de la Cité, an island of land in the middle of the Seine. (Clearly I was quite taken with this river and the architecture surrounding it, as many of my photos are of this historic waterway.) We walked by the 18th century buildings and made our way to Notre Dame. The legendary church is massive and epic, and the details of the art work are a bit overwhelming. But I don't know if it is just that we have been to so many churches and so many castles in the last 6 months (I know, poor us), but neither of us were moved to spend hours looking around. It is, however, still an impressive memory.
Maybe some good Catholic could tell me the deal with the guy holding his head.
Our plan for our first day in Paris was to visit the Musée d'Orsay. However, the Louvre was closed that day so the line up was ridiculous. As neither Markus or I do long lineups unless absolutely unavoidable, we shifted plans and headed along the river to the Eiffel Tower.
Neither of us really wanted to go up the tower, even before we saw the massive line ups, so that was an easy decision. The park around the towers was beautiful, and we found a little cafe with street side tables for lunch.
After lunch we decided to hit the Paris Museum of Modern Art. We enjoyed looking at some of the sculptures as well as art deco furniture and glass work, and expressed our opinions about the paintings. Markus and I have similar tastes in historical paintings and sculptures, but different things move us with modern art. Interesting opinions ensue. We saw one artist that really reminded us of our friend Lucie Marlo's work, but unfortunately his/her name escapes me.
One thing I was really struck with throughout our trip was how much green space has been retained in the heart of Paris. Large parks and gardens are impressive, but also areas with just grass and trees are plentiful. It made strolling through the city a real treat.
After a rest/nap, we found a very French bistro with a very French waiter, and quenched our cravings for Steak Frites. That was fine, but it was the appy that really got me. Raw vegetables with a goat cheese fondue that was seriously spectacular, served in a little, scalding hot, cast iron pot. After the veggies were gone I dipped bread, and when I was starting to get worrisomely full, I took my spoon and just ate the melted cheese. YeeeUuuuMmmm!
Taken strolling along the Seine. Too bad it was too early for a beer.
I woke up before Annie did, a big treat, and then heard her toddle into our room. She gave me a big snuggle and then, when I told her it was my birthday, attempted to sing Happy Birthday and claimed, "but it isn't in your closet." O.K. then.
Markus and Annie made me crepes with strawberries and Canadian Maple syrup, which is one of my favourites. Even Rebecca woke up early to join us. Right now, after chatting with Markus and my mom, I'm sitting on our balcony reading a book. I feel content and happy and pretty lucky to be in this beautiful setting.
Tonight we will all go out for dinner and then back to the cafe for cake. A lovely way to spend my birthday.
The mountains actually feel even closer in person.
I'm celebrating my first day being able to type with two hands by resuming my blogging. The cast came off on Tuesday, and after yesterday's physio session, I can turn my wrist enough to lay it on the keyboard and type. Yahoo! I'll keep this short though, as I'm pretty sure my forearm will start to ache soon.
Mom and Drew arrived Tuesday for a visit to Innsbruck. Drew had a 4 week volunteer management stint in Serbia, so Mom joined him for the last week. They enjoyed Belgrade and then visited Budapest and Vienna on route to Innsbruck. Mom will be here for another 2 weeks (and look after Annie while we go to Paris) and Drew will be here until next Tuesday.
This last week has brought almost summer-like conditions here in this part of Europe. So strange. A week before there was snow on the ground, and then suddenly the temps are above 20 ° C. Markus wanted to get one last ski in before the season ended, so we all piled into the car and took the funicular to the top of Axamer Lizum, a mountain about 25 minutes drive from Innsbruck door-to-lift.
Markus had some beautiful runs while Mom, Drew and I enjoyed the sun, warm weather, and spectacular view. Here are some pics and a short video of the panoramic view of the mountains, including a shot of a cross, a required feature on the top of every mountain in this very Catholic country.
The gang waaaaay up high.
Markus ready to enjoy a gorgeous Spring ski.
Panorama at Axamer Lizum from Hillary Samson on Vimeo.
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A 14-year-old Wisconsin girl tried to kill her brother's girlfriend, slitting her throat and telling her during the attack that she was a psychopath looking for her first kill, according to investigators.
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MADISON, Wis. — A 14-year-old Wisconsin girl tried to kill her brother's girlfriend, slitting her throat and telling her during the attack that she was a psychopath looking for her first kill, according to investigators.
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Throughout the years, Guido managed to steer and grow the company with success, adapting it to the ever changing market. In 20 years he has turned to a talented manager and built around him a faithful and efficient team. Aware of the importance to keep in touch with the field, he kept acquiring additional professional qualifications, notably becoming a professional skipper and PADI Divemaster.
President of the Gryon Tourist Office for 5 years, Guido is also the head of the regional Mountain Rescue team since many years. He has actively participated in over 100 rescue missions, and shares this experience as head of training for the mountain rescue units within the French-speaking part of Switzerland.
Having trained as a professional pilot and flight instructor, Sandro went on to study mechanical engineering, followed by Business and Administration as a postgraduate.
Torn between his Italian and Valais roots, his boundless curiosity and sturdy character led him to live in Lebanon, United States, Malaysia, Hong-Kong, Japan and Algeria. Regularly in Switzerland, Sandro remains faithful to his origins in Valais, and more particularly to its delicious beverages.
In 1988, he joins his brother at the head of the company, participating in non-executive management, where he conveys his international experience and competences.
Mountain Guide and architect, he has the opportunity to work at both of these simultaneously. His cheeky smile hides his thorough professionalism; a multitalented guide, Christian will enjoy taking you to discover ice-falls, distant peaks, free-riding on a snowboard, and of course, will lead you to some of the best hidden restaurants.
Christian helped to develop the foundations upon which the Guides Office was built. His personality, together with his sense of business have lead to the creation of a network of experienced guides that spreads across the whole of the Alps.
In charge of the training for Regional Mountain Rescue, he is also a specialist at helicopter rescue missions with REGA.
A mountaineering and ski touring instructor, Martine is married to Christian and mother to her own little climber.
A recognised athlete, Martine can claim numerous ski-touring victories. She mainly enjoys endurance sports, but it doesn't prevent her from enjoying a tipple of red wine… just for the blood cells !!
Her knowledge of the alpine world coupled with her administrative rigour, enables her to manage the Mountain Guides Office with great efficiency
Carinne spent her childhood between Lausanne and the charming little village of La Forclaz. After studying commerce and administration, she works in Germany followed by England before settling down in Villars in 1984.
Guido's wife and mother of their two sons, Carinne is the early hours pillar that has supported Villars Expérience from its inception. She has always actively participated in the development of the business, notably taking care of accounting and administration.
Particularly strong in Air Fares and Ticketing, she has been awarded the IATA diploma. Carinne managed to create a solid and successful team at the travel agency. Confident on skis, climbing or on board a sailing boat, Carinne has also a strong interest for literature.
Coming from Alsace, Virginie achieved her professional training in tourism at the EuroAirport in Bâle-Mulhouse together with an Air Fare training at Air France. She settled down in Villars to join her husband and build a family. Two years ago, she became the proud mother of little Léo.
Her passion for travel led her to join the Villars Expérience team in 2003. Two years later, she was awarded the IATA diploma. With a smile on her face, Virginie will advise you in a professional and pleasant manner.
Née dans le hameau de l'Etivaz, Nadia a grandi dans les montagnes et la nature. Elle est passionnée de yoga, de randonnée, de grimpe et activités sportives en général.
Les voyages font également parties de ses passions; Amérique du Sud, Asie, marche à travers l'Europe, la diversité culturelle la fascine, les rencontres de tout horizon source d'apprentissage et d'évolution.
Elle intègre l'équipe de Villars Expérience en 2009 au sein du département de l'agence de voyage. A la suite de ses voyages et autres emplois, elle revient travailler avec nous pour le département événementiel.
Souriante et dynamique, à l'aise au bureau comme sur le terrain, Nadia se réjouit de vous accueillir à Villars.
Native to Villeneuve, on Lake Léman, but originally from Spain and Holland, Chantal settled in the mountains over 10 years ago, attracted by the natural surroundings and sporting activities.
After many travels, notably across Asia, South America, Africa and Australia, Chantal has now settled down in the region. She has been putting all her energy, creativity and good humour to the service of Villars Experience for a number of years now. In addition to this, Chantal also teaches children to ski in the Winter, working with the Swiss Ski School.
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When I was in the Broken Hill area in far north-western NSW a few years ago, I had a group of 3 Black Falcons on the ground (which I also saw at that same spot 2 days before) and was amazed how close I got to them within 15 metres or so (and even more closer while in the car). If I got too close they wouldn't fly too far away on their slightly down curved and long pointed wings and relatively long tail. I also got close to one of the Black Falcons last year at the East Maitland tip as it perched for over an hour on a antennae. But despite being this close, they have got to be watched in flight, typically seen slowly circling over the area (at times Raven like) than picking up with amazing speed when pursuing prey with wings held or slightly drooped (different to any other falcon in Australia).
At least one of the Black Falcons sean at the East Maitland Tip in NSW (there could be an adult pair and a juv. bird hanging about) appears to be a fairly young (juv./Imm.) bird with lack of any visible facial and cheek markings (and is quite a dark bird).


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Enhanced commitment to aerospace in British Columbia
By Carey Fredericks
Jan. 22, 2013, Victoria, B.C. - Today the Honourable Lynne Yelich, Minister of State for Western Economic Diversification, announced $2.56 million in federal funding to strengthen skills training in British Columbia through support for the Marine, Aerospace, and Resource Industry Centre for Training and Technology Support (MARCenTTS) at Camosun College's new Trades Education & Innovation facility.
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"Over the last year, our Government's Shipbuilding Action Plan has helped contribute to the thriving and competitive shipbuilding industry in Western Canada," said Minister Yelich. "Today's investment supports our Plan by ensuring that Canadians have the skills needed to address the demand for 30,000 skilled workers in the shipbuilding, repair and resource industries."
Federal funding will support the purchase and installation of marine, aerospace and trades training equipment, and electrical service for new trades facilities at the college's Interurban campus. Funding will also expand and upgrade the college's Technology Access Centre, which helps industries adopt and commercialize technologies. Project partners include Wartsila and Seaspan.
"Canadian colleges have added another role to their broad community-oriented portfolio – that of being a local resource for technology expertise and innovation," said Dr. Tom Roemer, Camosun College's Vice President of Strategic Development. "Camosun College has stood up to this new challenge by making marine, aerospace and resource industry training and technology (MARCenTTS) our focus and the basis for the creation of our new centre of excellence for modern trades education and innovation."
To complement WD's announcement, Camosun's industry partner, Wartsila Canada, also donated a 19-ton ship's engine to the college for teaching purposes.
"We at Wartsila Canada are pleased to do everything possible to support higher education and to build a strong partnership with marine institutions that will serve excellence. We are honored that generations of students will be able to get hands-on experience with our partnership donation of a modern ship's engine. Our future maritime leaders need to keep pace with the latest in marine industry technology, and today's announcements will do just that," stated Mark Keneford, Senior Account Manager Ship Power, Managing Director Wartsila Canada, Inc.
Today also marks the official grand opening of the Industrial Marine Training and Applied Research Centre (IMTARC), which will work cooperatively with institutions like Camosun College in supporting trades training.
Aerospace, defence firms make green commitment
Funds available for collaborative aerospace projects
Provincial commitment to B.C. aerospace confirmed in budget
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The genus Rhamphothrips
comprises 20 leaf-feeding species, most of them recorded in the Old World ( Thrips Wiki 2021
). Bhatti (1978) provided a key to distinguish 10 species, but since that publication a further 10 species have been described from various countries. Mound and Tree (2011) published a key to four species from Australia, Tyagi and Kumar (2013) compiled a key to six species from India, Masumoto and Okajima (2018) described two new species from Japan. Li et al. (2018) provided a key to five species of Rhamphothrips
from China, with descriptions of two newly recorded species, aureus
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to be unusual in this genus in having one strong and one shaded seta on the mesosternum, but this seems to conflict with the key in Bhatti (1978) in which both female and male have one strong and shaded seta on the mesosternum. Ananthakrishnan (1954) described the abdominal tergites of the male of aureus
as "without teeth". However, Bhatti (1977) stated that the craspedum on tergite II is without any discernible teeth, but on III is produced into finely pointed triangular teeth which are directed backward; IV–VI each with teeth directed backward in middle third, directed laterally on either side; VII and VIII each with similar laterally directed teeth, the median part of the flange smooth in each case. Otherwise, the aureus
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October is LGBT History Month. The month of observance was first organized in 1994 by high school teacher Rodney Wilson to coincide with National Coming Out Day (Oct. 11) and was meant to highlight the lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender rights movement.
In 2006, the Equality Forum began promoting the annual commemoration by featuring a different LGBT icon each day.
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The International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) recently announced a number of organizational changes in its Geneva, Switzerland-based Central Office.
According to Aharon Amit, IEC General Secretary, the changes were put in place on September 1, 2003 in light of the approaching retirement of Jean-Pierre Brotons-Dias, the IEC Technical Director since 1989.
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BilbaoBest nightclubs
The 50 best clubs and nightclubs in Bilbao
Many of us love traveling on the Wanderlog team, so naturally we're always on the hunt find the most popular spots anytime we travel somewhere new. With favorites like Baobab Bar Tetería, Nerbion kafetegi-taberna, and Hotel ILUNION Bilbao and more, get ready to experience the best places in Bilbao.
We scoured through the internet and read through 7 reputable sites and blogs like Culture Trip and Lonely Planet. We gathered all the results in one place and ranked them by how many times they were mentioned so you know you're getting the best of the best. Just look for the "mentioned by" tags on each place like these:
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1Baobab Bar Tetería
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Baobab Bar Tetería is a lively and atmospheric tea room that features a wide variety of aromatic teas from all over the world. It also offers an excellent selection of juices and local and international beers, making it a popular spot for unwinding with friends. The cosy vintage interior is perfect for catching up on some reading or just relaxing after a busy day.
Printzipe Kalea, 1, 48001 Bilbao, Biscay, Spain•http://baobabteteria.com/
2Nerbion kafetegi-taberna
Nervion Café Bar, located in the heart of historic Casco Viejo, is a vibrant dual-styled bar and café. The interior mixes vintage furniture with hip modern elements, while the exterior boasts a view of the river. It's popular with students and young locals alike, who come for coffee and boccadillos but also to socialize.
Naxa Kalea, 7, 48003 Bilbo, Bizkaia, Spain
3Hotel ILUNION Bilbao
The Hotel Ilunion Bilbao is a hip art-inspired hotel located in the heart of Bilbao. It features a gym, restaurant and tapas bar. The rooms are streamlined with an art vibe and all come with a private bathroom.
Rodríguez Arias Kalea, 66, 48013 Bilbao, Biscay, Spain•https://www.ilunionbilbao.com/?partner=5989&utm_source=Google.my…
4Bihotz
Bihotz is a popular brewpub in Bilbao known for its constantly changing selection of craft beers. It is also a cafe, with specialty coffees and teas as well as moist slabs of chocolate cake available on the menu. The bar has six draught taps with beer ranging from 6.5% to 15%. It's a great place to enjoy a good pint or some snacks.
Arechaga Kalea, 6, 48003 Bilbo, Bizkaia, Spain•https://www.facebook.com/bihotzsanfrancisco
5Café Bar Bilbao
The Café Bar Bilbao is a popular bar serving pintxos (small tapas style dishes) in Plaza Nueva. The atmosphere is lively and local, with plenty of locals enjoying a drink and some snacks. The tapas range from goat's cheese with walnuts to ham with wild mushrooms, and are all delicious.
Pl. Nueva, 6, 48005 Bilbao, Biscay, Spain•http://www.bilbao-cafebar.com/
6Marzana taberna
Located in the heart of Bilbao, Marzana is a popular bar that offers beer, wine and cider as well as tapas and snacks. The outside seating is perfect for enjoying views of the River Nervión.
Martzana Kalea, 16, 48003 Bilbo, Bizkaia, Spain•http://www.barmarzana.com/
7Kubrick Bar Bilbao 🍻🍔☕🥗🍷
Kubrick Bar Bilbao is a dedicated bar to Stanley Kubrick, with posters and screens recalling memorable scenes from the director's films. It comes alive after dark, serving full meals and pintxos in a very cinematic setting.
Villarías Kalea, 2, 48001 Bilbao, Biscay, Spain•http://kubrickbilbao.es/
8Kafe Antzokia
Basque restaurant
Basque-themed night club Kafe Antzokia is popular among locals and tourists alike for its varied entertainment, good value lunchtime menú del día, and extensive programme of events. The club hosts regular concert venues and cultural evenings, including nightclub nights that often keep patrons entertained till the early morning hours.
Done Bikendi Kalea, 2, 48001 Bilbao, Biscay, Spain•http://www.kafeantzokia.eus/
9Lamiak
Lamiak Bar is a popular go-to spot in Bilbao for locals and tourists alike, with a relaxed and inclusive atmosphere. It's served as a meeting point for feminists and LGBTQ community, hosting various events over the years including art exhibitions and local concerts. The bar has pleasant outdoor seating perfect for drinks and snacks, making it an ideal spot to relax after exploring the city.
Pilota Kalea, 8, 48005 Bilbao, Biscay, Spain
10Cotton Bilbao
The Cotton Club is a popular club and music venue in Bilbao, Biscay, Spain. It has sumptuous black and red decoration and is often packed with dancers to the sound of 80s and 90s hits played by DJs. Live music is usually on at weekends.
Gregorio de la Revilla Zumarkalea, 25, 48010 Bilbao, Biscay, Spain•https://cottonbilbao.com/
11El Globo taberna
El Globo is a popular tapas bar in Madrid that serves up exquisite, plump pintxos. The low-lit, wood-clad dining room provides a warm and upscale atmosphere, perfect for well-heeled locals. The tapas menu features starters such as artichokes Tempura with bacon jam and marinated anchovies, as well as spider crab gratinéed. This is one of the city's favorite bars, with patrons praising its delicious mini dishes.
Diputazio Kalea, 8, 48008 Bilbo, Bizkaia, Spain•https://barelglobo.es/
12Café Iruña
Café Iruña is a longstanding tapas bar in Bilbao, located in a beautiful building that was once used as a monument to the Islamic palaces of Andalucía. The architect's love of the renaissance palace architecture of Andalusia makes this 1903 Monumento Singular setting perfect for breakfast.
Colón de Larreátegui Kalea, 13, 48001 Bilbo, Bizkaia, Spain•http://www.cafeirunabilbao.net/
13Barceló Bilbao Nervión
The Barceló Bilbao Nervión offers contemporary rooms with free Wi-Fi and a wine bar. The area known as the Siete Calles [Seven Streets] offers all this and so much more, making it the perfect place to browse shops while strolling through Bilbao's most historic area.
Campo de Volantín Pasealekua, 11, 48007 Bilbao, Biscay, Spain•https://www.barcelo.com/es-es/barcelo-bilbao-nervion/?utm_source…
14Yandiola jatetxea
$$$$expensive
The restaurant Yandiola jatetxea has a beautiful view of Bilbao from its rooftop bar. It offers high-quality Basque and Spanish food, as well as a stylish atmosphere. The place can be quite crowded in the afternoon, but the service is good and the coffee and pastries are delicious.
Arriquíbar Plaza, 4, 48010 Bilbo, Bizkaia, Spain
15Peso Neto taberna-jatetxea
This bar and grill, Peso Neto, definitely has a signature vibe – one that may seem strange at first, but which really works in the end. The unique presentation of the food coupled with high-quality ingredients and an affordable menu makes it a perfect choice for anyone looking for a hipster hangout or simply some good eats. Plus, there's always something happening here – from live music to cocktails to kiln jar dishes!
San Frantzisko Kalea, 1, 48003 Bilbo, Bizkaia, Spain•http://www.pesoneto.es/
16Bilborock
Bilborock is a beautiful art hall located near metro station Casco Viejo and Abandon in Bilbao, Spain. It offers different types of events like concerts, lectures, and dance lessons. It's also a great place to enjoy the view from different sides of the hall.
Mesedeetako Kaia, 1, 48003 Bilbao, Biscay, Spain•http://bilbaogazte.bilbao.eus/
17Irrintzi
Irrintzi is a trendy bar with murals, serving globally inspired pintxos. The bartenders are skilled in creating unique and delicious combinations of these small bites. The bar has a great mixed menu of tapas and pinxtos, wine, live music, and an inviting atmosphere.
Andra Maria Kalea, 8, 48005 Bilbao, Biscay, Spain•http://www.irrintzi.es/
18The Beetle Bar
The Beetle Bar is a small cafe in Casco Viejo that serves up great coffee and delicious food. It's a popular spot for locals to stop by for a quick bite or drink, and the staff are always friendly and welcoming. There's not much seating inside the bar, but it has plazas next to it where customers can eat their food if they choose.
Plaza Unamuno, 3, K. Barria, 3, 48005 Bilbao, Biscay, Spain
19ibis Bilbao Centro
The Ibis Bilbao Centro is located in the heart of Bilbao, just a short walk from some of the city's most popular attractions. The hotel features air conditioned rooms with a contemporary design, and free Wi-Fi access. There is also a 24-hour bar and business center available, as well as 2 meeting rooms that can accommodate up to 50 people each.
Calle General Concha 28, Nº Reg H.Bi.01209, 48010 Bilbao, Vizcaya, Spain•https://all.accor.com/lien_externe.svlt?goto=fiche_hotel&code_ho…
20Singular
Singular is a bar in Bilbao with a great selection of beers and a friendly atmosphere. It's also LGBTQ-friendly, making it an ideal spot for everyone.
Lersundi Kalea, 2, 48009 Bilbao, Biscay, Spain•http://www.singularbar.com/
21Pub "Witch"
Pub Witch provides a great atmosphere for late night drinks with DJ sets and Dance Nights. The pub also has interesting cocktails on the menu and is always tweaking its specials to keep drinkers coming back.
Cosme Echevarrieta Kalea, 4, 48009 Bilbao, Biscay, Spain•http://www.pubwitch.tk/
22Bar Luzea
Luzea is a tapas bar that serves excellent food and provides great customer service. The food is hearty, yet very tasty, and the prices are reasonable. The bar has a relaxed atmosphere that is perfect for enjoying a pint or two with friends.
García Rivero Maisuaren Kalea, 8, 48011 Bilbo, Bizkaia, Spain•http://barluzea.com/
23Molly Malone
Molly Malone is the most Irish bar that you'll find in Spain. It's got everything from beer to food to music that all reflects Ireland. The prices are good and it's a great place to watch Premier League matches.
Calle Particular de Estraunza, 8, 48011 Bilbao, Biscay, Spain•http://www.mollymalone.info/
24PUB K2
Pub K2 is a popular bar in Bilbao that offers vegan pinchos and great beers. The locals love to drink outside so you may still find seating inside. The staff are friendly and the prices are not expensive at all. If you're vegan or not, you can go there. It has a nice vibe.
Goienkale, 10, 48005 Bilbao, Biscay, Spain
25kukusoak taberna
The tavern kukusoak taberna is frequented by locals and tourists in Bilbao, Spain for its killer sandwiches and amazing happy hour. The tavern regularly offers unique gin & tonic drinks that are exclusive to the establishment. Be sure to drop by for one of the many events they host, such as DJ sets, live concerts, or karaoke nights!
Barrenkale-Barrena Kalea, 18, 48005 Bilbao, Biscay, Spain•http://www.kukusoak.com/
26Fever "Caminar Sobre El Fuego"
Dance restaurant
Fever is a nightclub that usually hosts concerts by well-known DJs and live acts. Their Art After Dark Parties feature installations in the atrium of the Guggenheim Museum, which are presented by Fever. The venue is popular with locals and features lively vibes all night long.
Telleria Kalea, 27, 48004 Bilbao, Biscay, Spain•http://santana27.com/
27Karaoke RENDEZ VOUS 2.0 Borja
If you're looking for a karaoke bar with good vibes, then Rendez Vous is the place to go. Owner Borja is charming and the karaoke is great fun. If you're in Bilbao, this is definitely the place to go!
Cosme Echevarrieta Kalea, 4, 48009 Bilbao, Biscay, Spain
28Gure Txoko
Gure Txoko is a small beer bar that specializes in rock music. The atmosphere is great and there's something for everyone to enjoy. They have a great selection of beers from all over the world which makes it the perfect spot to catch a show or relax with friends.
Barrenkale, 31, 48005 Bilbo, Bizkaia, Spain
29Ercilla Hotel
The Hotel Ercilla has gorgeous views of Bilbao's skyline and is perfect for relaxing in luxurious rooms and suites or taking in the city sights from its rooftop bar. It also has a trendy cocktail bar and a gym, making it the perfect spot to stay when in town.
Ercilla Kalea, 37, 39, 48011 Bilbo, Bizkaia, Spain•http://www.ercilladebilbao.com/
30Mr Marvelous
This trendy bar and cafe is perfect for any hipster/radical chic/gauche caviar person. The interior designer has done a great job with the look, with stylish pavement, mixed vintage furniture, quotes on the walls, good-looking bartenders and elegant pintxos. They also have a decent selection of cocktails well made.
Heros Kalea, 18, 48009 Bilbo, Bizkaia, Spain
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31Bohemian Lane Pastelería Vegana
Dog cafe
Bohemian Lane Pastelería Vegana is a vegan bakery that specializes in cakes, cupcakes, and cookies. They are organic and handmade, selling everything from cheesecake to chocolate chip cookies. The toast was small but the cake and drinks were very good. Unfortunately, they did not have tortillas when we visited.
Harategi Zahar Kalea, 3, 48005 Bilbao, Biscay, Spain•http://www.bohemianlanebilbao.com/
32Peña Athletic del Casco Viejo
Rice restaurant
Peña Athletic del Casco Viejo is a historic sports bar in the heart of Bilbao that offers delicious snacks and drinks, as well as a variety of history-packed walls filled with memorabilia from the club's illustrious past. Both old-timers and newcomers are welcome at this vibrant hangout, which is always bustling with football fans of all levels of interest.
Pilota Kalea, 7, 48005 Bilbao, Biscay, Spain•https://restauranteathleticcascoviejo.es/
33Residence kafetegia
The intimate and charming Residence kafetegia welcomes patrons with an extensive range of drinks, including whisky, gin and tonics, as well as innovative cocktails. Thursday nights see live music in various styles, while throughout the month residents host acoustic jam sessions that are sure to entertain.
Barraincúa Kalea, 1, 48009 Bilbo, Bizkaia, Spain•http://www.residencecafe.com/
34Opila
Opila is a great place to stop for coffee or a breakfast pastry. The staff is friendly and the coffee is excellent. The bakery has a great selection of pastries to choose from, and the upstairs seating area makes it a perfect spot to enjoy them in peace.
ZIngira Kalea, 4, 48007 Bilbao, Biscay, Spain
Yandiola jatetxea is a popular restaurant in Bilbao, which offers great food and stunning views from its rooftop terrace. The menu features cuisines from around the world, so there's sure to be something for everyone to enjoy. This spot is perfect for a romantic evening with your loved one, or a group of friends who want to catch up over some delicious food and drinks.
36Badulake
Badulake is a popular gay bar in Bilbao that busts to life on Thursday evenings when local cabaret act Las Fellini takes to the stage. The fun continues into Friday and Saturday nights with strong Spanish and Basque language showings, as well as plenty of lively visitors.
Hernani Kalea, 10, 48003 Bilbao, Biscay, Spain•https://www.facebook.com/badulake.bilbao/
37Petit Palace Arana
Pet friendly accommodation
The Petit Palace Arana Bilbao is a modern and brightly lit hotel located in the heart of the city, near some of Bilbao's most popular attractions. It features comfortable and stylish rooms with all the amenities you need, including free bikes and Wi-Fi access. There's also a breakfast option available for guests.
C. Bidebarrieta Kalea, 2, 48005 Bilbao, Biscay, Spain•https://www.petitpalacearanabilbao.com/en/?utm_source=google&utm…
38Hotel NH Bilbao Deusto
Conveniently located near one of Spain's most renowned museums, the NH Bilbao Deusto offers modern and comfortable accommodation with free WiFi. The on-site restaurant offers meals of local cuisine.
Calle Francisco Maciá, 9, 48014 Bilbao, Biscay, Spain•https://www.nh-hotels.com/hotel/nh-bilbao-deusto?utm_campaign=lo…
39Pub Sir Winston Churchill


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International Medical Corps Teams Up with Other U.S.-based Relief Organizations to Fight Famine
War, drought, and displacement is fueling the largest hunger crisis in decades, with more than 20 million people teetering on the edge of famine and starvation. Among them, 1.4 million children at severe risk of death without immediate help. In Yemen alone, a child dies every 10 minutes from preventable causes such as malnutrition and diarrhea. The U.N. has called it "the worst crisis since World War II."
The unprecedented scale of this crisis requires an immediate and massive response. This is why International Medical Corps partnered with seven other U.S.-based international relief organizations—CARE, International Rescue Committee, Mercy Corps, Oxfam, Plan International, Save the Children, and World Vision—to form the Global Emergency Response Coalition. The alliance ran a two-week appeal in July to raise awareness and funds to fight hunger and famine in Yemen, South Sudan, Somalia, Nigeria, and neighboring countries.
Corporate partners in the Global Emergency Response Coalition included BlackRock, Google, PepsiCo, Twitter, and Visa joined the campaign. The PepsiCo Foundation and BlackRock each generously matched donations up to $1 million.
The Washington Post: More than 20 million people are at risk of starving to death. Will the world step up?
George Clooney lent his voice to the campaign, recording the campaign's official public service announcement, while supermodel Lily Donaldson also showed her support by recording an appeal following her recent trip to South Sudan with International Medical Corps. The Washington Post, CNN, NPR, ABC News, and PBS were just a few of the media outlets that covered the coalition and the massive food crisis.
Funds raised through the appeal will make it possible for International Medical Corps and our Global Emergency Response Coalition partners to deliver food, medical care, and other life-saving services to millions of malnourished children and families who do not know where their next meals are coming from.
To learn more about the campaign and how you can help, visit the Global Emergency Response Coalition website.
Learn more about International Medical Corps' work responding to the hunger crisis:
Yemen • Nigeria • South Sudan • Horn of Africa
Drought & Hunger in East Africa


Roger & I are hosting a house party to kick off the next wave of Climate Direct Action and help raise money for the legal fund for the tar sands Valve Turners.
On October 11, 2016, five brave individuals turned the emergency shut off valves of the major tar sands pipelines in the USA, effectively shutting 15% of the oil used in a day. Now these activists, and three support people, are facing multiple felony charges, with maximum sentences ranging from 10-81 years in prison! Our son was a part of this direct action in Montana.
We need to raise another $50,000 (as of February 2016) to cover legal expenses, trial expenses, and the support we need to ensure these stories get told to elevate the conversation around why we need climate action now.
So we hope you can join us on the 25th for some food, drink, conversation and some fun with FB and bolt cutters!


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Comics Review: "NIGHT OF THE GHOUL #3" Welcomes the "Gul"
NIGHT OF THE GHOUL #3 (OF 6)
comiXology/Best Jacket Press
STORY: Scott Snyder
ART: Francesco Francavilla
COLORS: Francesco Francavilla
LETTERS: Andworld Design
EDITOR: Will Dennis
COVER: Francesco Francavilla
24pp, Colors, 3.99 U.S. (December 2021)
Age Rating: 15+
Night of the Ghoul co-created by Scott Snyder and Francesco Francavilla
Night of the Ghoul is a digital comic book miniseries created by writer Scott Snyder and artist Francesco Francavilla. It is published by comiXology as part of its "comiXology Originals" line of digital comics. This six-issue series will later be collected in trade paperback form by Dark Horse Comics. Night of the Ghoul focuses on the dark conspiracy behind a lost horror film from 1936.
Night of the Ghoul finds film fanatic, Forest Innman, and his son, Orson, at an old folks home deep in the desert. There, Forest meets one of the home's residents, Charles Patrick, who is really T.F. Merritt, a screenwriter and film director from the Golden Age of Hollywood. In 1936, Merritt shot a a cursed horror film, "Night of the Ghoul," that never made it to the silver screen. A mysterious studio fire destroyed the footage and killed the cast and crew at the wrap-party. The film became a legend, but no footage was ever recovered … until Forest finds some footage. And the trouble begins.
As Night of the Ghoul #3 opens, Dr. Skeen, head of the facility, interrupts Forest's interview with Merritt. Skeen also rebuffs Orson's story about the corpses of children being in the facility. Father and son depart the facility and during an argument, Orson reveals some surprising news about his mother, Forest's wife. It all leads to Forest witnessing something shocking.
Meanwhile, inside the film, "Night of the Ghoul," Alex and Johnny Polaris continue their investigation into the Ghoul. Alex is the son of Sgt. Kurt Powell of Eagle Company, and Polaris, Powell's friend and fellow veteran of World War I, was also in the Eagle Company. They believe that Kurt became infected with the Ghoul during a secret mission in Italy during the war.
Alex and Polaris meet Dale Holloway, a professor of Anthropological Studies. She once researched "Gul" legends, and she actually tried to find the Ghoul. The result is that she has terrible story to tell.
THE LOWDOWN: In Night of the Ghoul, Francavilla and Snyder have created a masterpiece of atmospheric horror. I can never get enough of this visually splendid comic book.
In Episode 3, Snyder ups the ante by revealing more about the precarious state of Forest Innman's marriage and his frayed relationship. Inside the Night of the Ghoul film, Francavilla presents beautiful graphic design, especially in the "Gul" artifacts. The artist also creates an appropriately chilly atmosphere for Prof. Holloway's tale.
I will continue to recommend Night of the Ghoul because it is the kind of horror comic book that makes me remember my earliest horror comics experiences. As I said in my review of issues #1 and #2, this is the kind of comic book that gives me a reason to keep reading comic books.
I READS YOU RECOMMENDS: Fans of Scott Snyder and of Francesco Francavilla will want to try Night of the Ghoul.
Reviewed by Leroy Douresseaux a.k.a. "I Reads You"
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1. Plan your renovation properly and stick to your plans, as changing your mind during a project can be cost and can really slow down your progress.
Ensure you apply for and get permission, if needed, from the correct regulatory bodies for your project before you begin work. You will not want to have undo any hard work you undertake because of a technicality.
Do not try to take on a whole property at once, you should work on one room at a time ideally. That being said, do not blow your budget on a single room. New homeowners especially, find this very easy to do. You can initially finish a room and go back to add decoration or other finishing touches later on.
2. Always double, and even triple, check all your measurements and remember that judging perception can be very difficult for an untrained eye.
Whether you are measuring for new stairs, doors, kitchen units, or even just so you can organize your furniture in a different way, accurately measuring is always vital. If measurements are just slightly off it can mean that things do not fit properly and the finish will not look good. The key to an expensive and professional looking finish, even when working to a tight budget, it accurate measuring and taking note of each dimension. Spending that extra time at the start of the project can save you a lot of time and money later down the line.
Ensure that larger installations will actually suit the space. Overly large units, fireplaces, staircases and other installations can ruin the look and feel of a room, and it can be difficult to judge how they will look before they are fitted.
3. Always have a contingency as well as an estimate for costs and materials.
You will want to have a ballpark figure of what you want to spend at the start of a project, but you should always prepare for overspending. Things can change and things can go wrong for any project and if you run out of money before things are finished it can turn a small problem into a disaster.
You must also allow for violations and over cuts of materials. It's advisable to order more than you need and return unused items. Things that can easily be cut short by mistake or broken include molding strips, such as dado and picture rails, stair spindles and handrails lengths and flooring panels.
4. Remember the unseen details. Skimping on the features that are not actually visible can be a big mistake in the long run.
Never ignore structural faults, like cracked walls, as this could create more work in the future. Having things such as adequate drainage, heating and ventilation are absolutely critical in all properties.
Other details to consider are things such as high-quality underlay for floors or linings for wallpaper can have a real benefit. Opting for underfloor heating rather than a luxury rug will keep your feet warmer for longer. Tackle the mundane first and work on the finished decoration later.
5. Consider all options when looking at materials generally. Cost, longevity and appearance should all be considered.
Hardwood floors are popular and can look stunning, but if you have kids and pets, or even if an area has high traffic, laminates may actually be much more suitable. You may also be surprised by the quality, feel and strength of modern laminate and vinyl flooring options.
Granite works can look stunning, but you should look around and consider that cheaper options as well.
Choosing the wrong paint or wood care product can cause problems and may require you to do regular touch-ups. Bathrooms, kitchens, and laundry rooms will need moisture resistant paints. Doors and windows need to be finished correctly at installation and also maintained over time to ensure they are as long as possible.
Remember sometimes it pays to choose the more expensive, longer thinking options, but not always, so do your research.
6. It does not always pay to go for the cheapest options. This goes for materials, furnishings, tools and contractors.
You should shop around and consider all options. Cheaper materials might actually cost more in the long run if they do not last, and you should always look at references and genuine examples of work with contractors as well as prices.
If you are undertaking any work yourself it will pay to invest in some high-quality tools to ensure high standards are met. These tools will usually come in handy at other times later on.
7. Do not be afraid of rearranging more permanent fittings and appliances, such as plumbed features. Adapting the layout of your bathroom or kitchen can have some real benefits in the long run that will outweigh the effort it takes initially. You may be surprised how easy it actually is to move a toilet or shower, and it can make a huge difference to the feel of the room.
8. The latest trend may not always suit your home's style and may not always be practical. You should always consider the heritage and the overall structure of your property and respect it. Some design schemes will just not suit every home.
You will also find that if you follow the latest trends too rarely you can shorten the lifespan of a room as trends change quickly and you can find yourself with something that suddenly looks dated not long after it's finished. Consider choosing a simple base design for a room that you can easily add accessories to when you want to incorporate the latest style choices.


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HomeAbout Press Room 2020 Press Releases Brookfield Zoo Raises Awareness of Decreasing Orangutan Population
Photo Captions (photo credit: Jim Schulz/Chicago Zoological Society)
6852: Bornean orangutans—Sophia and 3-year-old Heidi—at Brookfield Zoo's Tropic World: Asia habitat. Currently, the exhibit is temporarily closed due to the pandemic, but the public can still learn about the species on the zoo's website at CZS.org/OrangutanDay2020.
7482, 7510, and 7702: Heidi, a 3-year-old Bornean orangutan at Brookfield Zoo. Currently, guests are not able to see her and the other primates in the zoo's Tropic World habitat due to the pandemic. However, the public can go to CZS.org/OrangutanDay2020 to learn about orangutans and learn how they can help this critically endangered species.
7620: Orangutans—Ben and 3-year-old Heidi—at Brookfield Zoo's Tropic World: Asia habitat. Although the exhibit is temporarily closed due to the pandemic, guests can go to the zoo's website at CZS.org/OrangutanDay2020 to learn about orangutans and learn how they can help this critically endangered species.
7949: Brunei, an orangutan at Brookfield Zoo.
Brookfield Zoo Raises Awareness of Decreasing Orangutan Population
August 19 is World Orangutan Day
Brookfield, IL – Today, August 19, Brookfield Zoo is participating in World Orangutan Day—a day to recognize and bring awareness about the plight of one of the most iconic and critically endangered species that inhabits the rain-forest islands of Borneo and Sumatra in Southeast Asia.
Although guests are not able to see the orangutans at the zoo's Tropic World habitat due to indoor buildings being temporarily closed at this time because of the pandemic, Brookfield Zoo is encouraging primate-lovers of all ages to swing on over to its website at CZS.org/OrangutanDay2020 to learn how they can make a difference. The web page also features craft activities, including creating an orangutan mask out of recycled cardboard or a selfie photo booth. Kids can then share their orangutan-themed creations on the zoo's social media channels with the hashtag #iheartorangutan and #brookfieldzoo.
Orangutans' dependence on an arboreal lifestyle makes them very susceptible to habitat disruption. Prior to clear-cutting forests for extensive agricultural development—notably for palm oil plantations—companies burn the land. Many of these planned fires spread wildly with catastrophic effects of orangutans dying because they are trapped in the forest's canopy. Those animals able to escape end up in villages or on the plantations. In addition to habitat loss and fragmentation due to the palm oil industry, threats to the species include hunting, the illegal pet trade, and climate change. According to the International Union for Conservation of Nature, the Bornean orangutan population has declined 64 percent between 1973 and 2010, and predicts the species will suffer an overall total population decrease of 86 percent from 1950 to 2025.
However, there are ways that people can make a difference and help orangutans just by making simple changes in their daily lives. Palm oil is an ingredient in baked goods, candies, and other consumer products—found in one out of 10 supermarket items. Many manufacturers favor palm oil because it is low in trans-fat and allows them to label their products "no trans-fat" in order to appeal to increasingly health-conscious consumers. Brookfield Zoo has partnered with Cheyenne Mountain Zoo to promote orangutan-friendly choices. You can help keep wild orangutans and their habitats healthy, by following the recommendations of the Cheyenne Mountain Zoo and choosing products containing palm oil certified as sustainable by the Round table on Sustainable Palm Oil (RSPO). The RSPO ensures palm oil is harvested in a way that reduces CO2 emissions, does not harm wildlife or the environment and guarantees workers and their families have a living wage. The link to a list of recommended products is listed on CZS.org/OrangutanDay2020.
Those interested in helping care for the orangutans at Brookfield Zoo can contribute to the Animal Adoption program. For $35, a recipient receives the Basic Package, which includes a 5-inch x 7-inch color photograph of an orangutan, a personalized certificate of adoption, an orangutan, and an Animal Adoption program decal,. To purchase a package, visit CZS.org/FeaturedCreature.
The mission of the Chicago Zoological Society is to inspire conservation leadership by engaging people and communities with wildlife and nature. The Chicago Zoological Society is a private nonprofit organization that operates Brookfield Zoo on land owned by the Forest Preserves of Cook County. The Society is known throughout the world for its international role in animal population management and wildlife conservation. Its Center for the Science of Animal Care and Welfare is at the forefront of animal care that strives to discover and implement innovative approaches to zoo animal management. Brookfield Zoo is the first zoo in the world to be awarded the Humane Certified™ certification mark for the care and welfare of its animals, meeting American Humane Association's rigorous certification standards. The zoo is located at 8400 31st Street in Brookfield, Illinois, between the Stevenson (I-55) and Eisenhower (I-290) expressways and also is accessible via the Tri-State Tollway (I-294), Metra commuter line, and CTA and PACE bus service. For further information, visit CZS.org.


In Berkeley, millennial mayor Jesse Arreguin tries to defend free speech, solve homelessness, address housing shortages—and pay his rent.
San Francisco: You're 32 years old and the mayor of one of America's iconic cities. How's that feel?
Jesse Arreguin: I was just in Europe, and everybody knew Berkeley as a center of academic thought and political action. To defend Berkeley's values against a hostile administration is surreal, but an enormous honor and privilege.
The battles between the far left and right—and the police's response to them—drew national media attention. Did the city handle them appropriately?
I don't think any of us expected Berkeley would be the focal point for these extremist groups on both sides to come to our city to fight. The campus and city have gone above and beyond to facilitate the right of people to engage in political expression. The last demonstration, when Ann Coulter was supposed to come, happened without any violence. People on both sides came and debated. That's what we want to allow.
Were the police aggressive enough in stopping violence?
Earlier this year, we settled a lawsuit with people involved in the 2014 Black Lives Matter protests. Compare that to how the police responded here, and it's a sea change. In that situation, they literally exhausted all their tear gas. They used batons on ministers and journalists. There was an overreaction. In this case, it was a very thoughtful strategy about when and how to engage.
You've spoken of homelessness as one of your chief priorities. Do you think you've made progress?
When I came into office, we were facing one of the coldest and wettest winters on record. We had roughly 600 unhoused residents in Berkeley. There was a real concern that people would die in the streets—several did. We activated our emergency operations center, the team that we would activate were there a major fire or civil unrest. We were able to serve hundreds of people and probably prevent more deaths.
Can the neighborhood-preservation arguments people have made in Berkeley for years be squared with the urgent need for more housing?
Past philosophies on housing have to change with the reality of an unprecedented housing crisis. I have certainly experienced the housing crisis firsthand. When I was young, living in San Francisco, my family was evicted several times. As a renter and a millennial, I am definitely a victim in this housing crisis. I can't move anywhere because rents are too expensive. Many of my friends and other millennials are also struggling to find affordable housing in Berkeley.
Yet on two recent developments, you've voted to curb the number of units being proposed. Wouldn't city government want more, not fewer, units?
I did vote with the majority of the council to oppose 1312 Haskell Street because I felt that the project did not meet legal requirements and there was a better project that would have worked for the builder and the neighborhood. However, I have voted for nearly every other development application that has come to the city council since I took office. While people may claim that the council is antidevelopment, we have approved lots of projects, and we want more housing built.
On 2902 Adeline Street, working with Councilmember Ben Bartlett, I helped lead negotiations with the builder to achieve a community benefits package. In the end we were successful in getting a new 50-unit project approved and achieving more onsite affordable housing, including moderate-income units and funding for anti-displacement. The project we approved has the same number of units as was originally proposed by the developer. So I did not vote to decrease the number of units in that project. Just wanted to clarify that.
How do you feel about plans to build housing at People's Park?
It's the university's property, but I support their vision that would develop the park to have supportive housing, student housing, and open space. Now's the time to talk about People's Park.
Speaking of which, you must be very excited that Raleigh's and Intermezzo [now Mezzo] on Telegraph reopened.
It's really cool. Finally, that corner is being reactivated. It was a dead zone for quite some time. The city really moved the permitting forward quickly. The next task is getting that rat-infested lot on Telegraph Avenue developed. The city has liens on that property for $750,000. We're going to foreclose soon. The owner has been dragging his feet for 20 or 25 years. It's absurd, but we're going to solve it.


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(1969-09-13) September 13, 1969 (age 52)
Chicago, Illinois, U.S.
Author, philosopher, speaker
Kellogg Business School of Management
Leadership, self-help, motivation, inspiration
The Cafe on The Edge of The World, The Big Five for Life, Life Safari
John Strelecky (born September 13, 1969) is an author of motivational books and the creator of the Big Five for Life concept.
As of 2020, Strelecky's books have sold more than six million copies worldwide and been translated into 42 languages.[citation needed]
In 2002, Strelecky wrote his first book, The Cafe on the Edge of the World. The book was initially self-published, but after it had sold more than ten thousand copies across twenty-four countries in less than a year, he was signed by a literary agent.[citation needed]
The book hit its first best-seller list in Singapore, then Taiwan. In 2009, it was released in French Canada under the title Le Why Cafe. In Germany, following the release of The Cafe on the Edge of the World sequel, it became one of the best selling books of the year for 2015, 2016, 2017.[1][2] It held on to the No. 1 spot every week of 2018.[citation needed]
Books[edit]
Strelecky has authored the following books:[3]
The Café on The Edge of The World
The Big Five for Life
Life Safari
Return The Café on The Edge of The World
AHAS! - Moments of Inspired Thought
The Big Five for Life Continued
How to be Rich and Happy
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^ "Selbstfindung bleibt beim Leser populär". Buchreport.de. January 4, 2018.
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Police in France fatally shot a man near Paris after he stabbed several people in a park, killing one person and wounding two more, a prosecutor said. The attack happened on Friday in the town of Villejuif, about 8km (5 miles) south of central Paris. The man's motives weren't immediately clear. Police cordoned off the area, and ambulances and police vehicles lined a road approaching the park. The two injured victims are being treated in nearby hospitals, Laure Beccuau, the prosecutor whose office is handling the case, told reporters.
France: Man stabs several people in park, killing one
"The suspect tried to attack other victims during his murderous spree... [and they] were able to escape," she said. The prosecutor declined to disclose details about the attacker. There was no indication of his identity or the motive for the attack. Laurent Nunez, France's deputy interior minister, visited the scene and said the attacker would likely have hurt more people if police had not shot him when they did. "It was an extremely courageous act," Nunez said.
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