The event took place at Provocateur on Monday, May 2nd , 2016. "Code Rouge" by Gérard Bertrand, award-winning winemaker from the South of France, is the new bubbly in Gérard's wine portfolio and is poised to be the only red bottle of sparkling wine in the world and on the cusp of making a splash in America!
The event exclusively featured a range from the Gérard Bertrand wine portfolio – a selection of rosé wines, the organic and biodynamic wines, the estate wines and Baie des Perles, the new Pure Sauvignon Blanc wine in a bottle designed by Chantal Thomas. A musical performance by Bobbie Grei took place later in the evening, as she has been chosen as the face of Code Rouge.
This cuvée comes exclusively from terroirs located within the oceanic climates of Limoux. Code Rouge is an ode to excellence and a tribute to the world's first sparkling wine, made by the monks of Saint Hilaire Abbey near Limoux. A Blanc de blancs made with Chardonnay, Chenin and Mauzac, this wine of great finesse and elegance typifies the terroir which nurtures it. This Cuvée has all the traditional features of Gérard Bertrand's wines: the emblematic red color of the bottle and the Alpha and Omega symbols, symbolizing the endless cycle of nature which inspired its name Brut Eternel.


Great Ormond Street Hospital is a specialist children's hospital and a world leader in paediatric medicine, treating children from across the UK and beyone, suffering from complex, life threatening and life shortening conditions. Each year, the Trust has over 200,000 patient visits from children ranging in age from premature babies to late teens; of these, over 42 per cent of the children are under three years old and 63 per cent require 24-hour intensive care.
We have the broadest range of dedicated children's healthcare specialists under one roof in the UK and provide the widest range of medical, surgical and diagnostic specialities for children in Europe. The hospital is home to several of the UK's largest paediatric programmes including kidney, heart and lung transplantation, brain surgery, cancer services, intensive care, craniofacial reconstruction, gene therapy, valve replacement as well as thirteen further national services. Great Ormond Street Hospital is also the only centre in the UK providing inpatient treatment for very young children with eating disorders and other mental health problems.
We operate at the frontiers of modern medicine with some treatments currently being developed at Great Ormond Street Hospital would not have been available even a few months ago, let alone a few years ago.
Since the official launch of the Tick Tock Club in May 2006 the Club has been tremendously successful, having raised over £11 million for Great Ormond Street Hospital. This was possible thanks to the enthusiastic support of all the people who joined the Tick Tock Club, with an interest in improving the health and wellbeing of seriously ill children.
The greatest need of the hospital now is to continue it's planned, phased redevelopment programme. The new challenge for the Tick Tock Club is to raise £10 million to build a much needed new Children's Kidney Centre providing spacious, updated facilities. With this new challenge in mind, the Tick Tock Club aims to raise £10 million to allow us to treat 40 per cent more children with serious kidney disease in state-of-the-art facilities. The Centre will allow for more pioneering research to take place and, most importantly, allow us to continuing developing better procedures and treatments for the many children suffering with serious kidney conditions who badly need our help, like Xavier (right).
"With new improved facilities we could further our pioneering research into severe kidney conditions, developing new and better ways of treating kidney problems and even working to prevent them in the first place. The new Children's Kidney Centre will literally mean a new life for the thousands of children we see every year who suffer from kidney problems."
The Peter Cruddas Foundation is a registered charity No. 1117323. Registered as a company limited by guarantee in England & Wales No. 5940210.
Registered address: 133 Houndsditch, London, EC3A 7BX United Kingdom.


There are a lot of people getting pretty sick of parents not having to take responsibility for their own children (Girl kicked in face by horse loses lawsuit, May 20).
Instead of them being allowed to try and sue, they should be charged with child endangering!
I have an inn with lots of horses around, and in spite of signs, I see parents encouraging their children into dangerous situations. It's as though they don't care if they get hurt – it could mean money in their pocket.
Why aren't we being protected from people who have little or no common sense. We had one moron put his baby on the back of a horse, grazing in the field, then stood back 50 feet and took a picture.
Luckily my horses are very tame or I may have been sued for his baby getting hurt. Legally he could have tried, costing me time, money and stress.
I truly hope the Castors got restitution for the time and money they spent defending themselves from their relatives.
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Q: Grab array components from string created from text file using Swift 2.0 I have a text file in the following format (abbreviated below):
Title";"SeriesID";"ChannelName
Title1";"00000001";"Channel1
Title2";"00000002";"Channel2
Title3";"00000003";"Channel3
...
Title99999999";"99999999";"Channel99999999

I have loaded this text file as a resource in Xcode 7 and am parsing it as follows:
class TVSeriesTableViewController: UITableViewController {

    var seriesDict = [String:String]()
    var seriesArray = NSMutableArray()

    override func viewDidLoad() {
        super.viewDidLoad()

        let path = NSBundle.mainBundle().pathForResource("series", ofType: "txt")

        let filemgr = NSFileManager.defaultManager()
        if filemgr.fileExistsAtPath(path!) {

            do {

                let fullText = try String(contentsOfFile: path!, encoding: NSUTF8StringEncoding)

                let readings = fullText.componentsSeparatedByString("\n") as [String]

                for i in 1..<readings.count {

                    let seriesData = readings[i].componentsSeparatedByString("\";\"")

                    seriesDict["Title"] = "\(seriesData[0])"
                    seriesDict["SeriesID"] = "\(seriesData[1])"
                    seriesDict["ChannelName"] = "\(seriesData[2])"

                    seriesArray.addObject(seriesDict)

                }

                for element in seriesArray {

                    print(element)

                }

            } catch let error as NSError {

                print("Error: \(error)")

            }

        }

        self.title = "TV Series"

    }
}

For some reason, the above script throws up an index out of range error, but if I switch
seriesDict["Title"] = "\(seriesData[0])"
seriesDict["SeriesID"] = "\(seriesData[1])"
seriesDict["ChannelName"] = "\(seriesData[2])"

to
seriesDict["Title"] = "\(seriesData[0])"
seriesDict["SeriesID"] = "\(seriesData[0])"
seriesDict["ChannelName"] = "\(seriesData[0])"

There is no error. I have been trying to figure out why I can't seem to access the second and third component of seriesData. After some debugging, I have noted that seriesData is structured as follows:
["Title1", "00000001", "Channel1"]
["Title2", "00000002", "Channel2"]
["Title3", "00000003", "Channel3"]
[...]
["Title99999999", "99999999", "Channel99999999"]

I am new to Xcode/Swift so any help would be much appreciated (along with an explanation for why the above is failing. Thanks!

A: I am gonna guess that your problem is that Xcode didn't add the "series.txt" file to your project's copy bundle resources. To do this click on the blue project icon in your navigation view on the left panel of the interface. (It should be at the top).
(icon highlighted in blue).
After clicking that, go to Build Phases (the tab with blue lettering)
And at the bottom of the view click Copy Bundle Resources then press the plus and add your series.txt file
Doing this will add the series.txt file to the main bundle and thus make it accessible via NSBundle.mainBundle().pathForResource("series", ofType: "txt")
Hope this help! :D

A: The error was being thrown up because the very last line of the file was a blank line. Trying to figure out how to not read that but that's a separate issue I think I'll be able to figure out.

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Greg Kelsey
AMERICAN ICON$ 2,000.00 Sold
DARK TIMBERSold
MOMMA'S NOT BLUFFIN'
PRETTY HANDY$ 2,200.00 Sold
READY TO ROPE$ 1,500.00 Sold
RODEO ROAD$ 900.00 Sold
SEARCHIN' SILHOUETTES$ 2,400.00 Sold
SHE HUNG THE MOON$ 4,500.00 Sold
SUNDANCE AND THE WILD BUNCH HIT THE UNION PACIFIC$ 15,000.00 Sold
THAT DAY OFF$ 900.00 Sold
THE ADVENTURES OF DUMBO & JACKASS -$ 2,100.00 Sold
TRYIN' TO COLLECT A BUCKSold
SUNDANCE AND THE WILD BUNCH HIT THE UNION PACIFIC
For the 40-year-old Colorado sculptor, complacency is the enemy, whether he's practicing team roping, caring for his horses and longhorn cattle or working clay. "There's nothing more common than a talented man finding himself unsuccessful in life," Kelsey says.
For him, living is about tackling each day as it comes and trying to get the most out of it. That intensity shows up in his Western-themed sculptures, whether he's portraying a bronc twisting and turning out of the chute, or cowboys wrestling a calf for branding. Kelsey's mantra is this: "You have to notice what's supposed to be noticed."
Cowboying and art appear to intertwine completely for this talented man. He's ridden the broncs, faced the challenge, and walked away with a hard-won confidence. "I've applied the bronc rider mentality to the artwork, and it's served me well," Kelsey says. Back when he first entered art shows and began to make his living with his art, others were astounded at the way Kelsey risked all to get into sculpting full time.
"You just have to take the leap and jump," he says. "I had a wife, a new baby, and a new property, and here I was taking a chance. But it's like that when you're on the back of a bronc. You get that self-belief. It's amazing what you can do when you don't hold yourself back."
Certain building blocks came early for Kelsey, as he was growing up in Oklahoma. His mother was an art teacher, who encouraged her son's artistic efforts. "I had art around me my whole life," Kelsey says. "In a way, you can equate it to a contractor's kid. What's better than giving a kid a hammer and nails? We didn't have television or all those kinds of distractions. What was a better babysitter than art materials? But i never considered making a career of art when I was a kid."...
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After first hearing their music shortly after the release of their debut album "We Were Made to Walk the Skies", I have become a big fan of Inherit the Stars and so I was very excited to be given the opportunity to interview the band about their career so far and tonight's show at the O2 Academy in Sheffield. I arrived at the Academy at around 2.30 and was greeted by lead singer Daniel Jeffery, who took me to the room where the sound check was taking place. The band played through a couple of songs, including their brand new single 'Ground Zero' which was released just this week, before heading to their dressing room ready for the interview.
I asked the group more about their new single, which has been put up as a free download for the fans. "it's about that next step, realising that this is ground zero, are you ready to go? It's about that moment when you realise that you need to do something with your life really that's it. It's just about that realisation and that moment. It's quite a happy, quite a positive chorus which is what the song is about really." Dan believes that the bands new material will be more positive, telling me about his vision for the bands songs. "I think the stuff that we've been writing going forward is a lot more positive as well. We Were Made To Walk The Skies was looking around, seeing what is wrong with everything and I think the stuff were writing now is more about how we can change that and taking that step forward." The headline show at the O2 Academy was the first time the new song was going to be performed live, and the band were clearly excited to see the reception that this new song would receive from the crowd.
The show itself was simply fantastic. After support from some great bands including 'Secret Romance' and 'Take the Seven', Inherit the Stars came out and gave a passionate, energetic performance that had the whole crowd buzzing. They started their set with 'Caught in the Crossfire', before playing a superb 40 minute set. 'Ground Zero' received a rapturous reception from the crowd who were quickly singing along with the encouragement of the lead singer. The show was brought to an end with 'If We Fall, We'll Fall Together', another great song that ended a hugely enjoyable day for both the band and myself alike.
Every band has a dream, but Inherit the Stars are certainly not getting ahead of themselves. "Obviously, the end goal is to make a career out of music. Whether that's the most successful , crazy stadium tour ever or something like that – I don't really care about that, I'd just like to be able to quit my day job and write music for the rest of my life just for other people to enjoy." said Dan as I asked about his music aspirations.
I'd like to say a huge thank you to Inherit the Stars – Daniel Jeffery, Lewis Wild, Theo Egginton, Chris Brayshaw and Jordan Rabjohn for allowing me to interview them. My first time interviewing a band was a great experience, particularly as it is a group I like and admire, and I hope it is the first of many band interviews I get to do!


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Great day, wish to go again soon.
After showing me endless videos of drifting, my son wanted an experience day for his birthday, he loved it! Fully recommended, thank you to all of the lovely staff.
Such a great day, teachers were very good – can't wait til next time!


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Q: What is the best rules for a App published on Play Store when using Firestore Database? i'll publish my app on Google Play Store but in test phases (Alpha Version), i was using this rules:
rules_version = '2';
service cloud.firestore {
  match /databases/{database}/documents {

    // This rule allows anyone on the internet to view, edit, and delete
    // all data in your Firestore database. It is useful for getting
    // started, but it is configured to expire after 30 days because it
    // leaves your app open to attackers. At that time, all client
    // requests to your Firestore database will be denied.
    //
    // Make sure to write security rules for your app before that time, or else
    // your app will lose access to your Firestore database
    match /{document=**} {
     // allow read, write: if request.time < timestamp.date(2020, 3, 25);
     allow read, write: if request.auth.uid != null;
    }
  }
}

But, when the app must be published to public i can't know the best path or the best rules that my app must have.
My app have a login screen and after login screen each user have your respectives documents and collections in your document generated from sign up.
I can't got think on a form to protect my app of invasors.


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Van Cleef & Arpels Perlée
August 22, 2022 (August 22, 2022) zelin0802
mediately became classics, adored by long-time and recent Van Cleef & Arpels Perlée enthusiasts. Aficionados recognized the spherical shapes and highly polished surfaces of mid-20th-century house collections, like Couscous or Bagatelle, or even the delightful La Boutique animal clips, dating from 1954 and later, which included animals as charming lambs were brought to life by touchable, articulated gold beads. As for new customers, many have adopted Perlée necklaces, bracelets or earrings, seduced by the sensual and sparkling round shapes that are both traditional and modern. The mix of old and new is deliberate. "The roundness of the gold pearls gives the collection a real touch of modernity, amplified by the shine of the polishing", specifies the house about Perlée.
This year, Van Cleef & Arpels Perlée is continuing its evolution with creations based on dazzling colored stones and, more particularly, five new watches that take up the sovereign characteristics of the collection: fluidity, playfulness, elegance, femininity and, of course, of course, modern classicism. All in yellow gold — four mignons 23 mm in diameter, one 34 mm — they feature a bezel with a double row of gold pearls, to enhance the brilliance of the famous mirror polish, and they create a marvelous play of light. finished off with a sunburst guilloché gold dial. The aesthetic research also applies to the mechanics: the traditional crown is replaced by a push-button on the back of the case, which allows a continuous line of gold pearls around the middle. The watches are presented on interchangeable grosgrain bracelets in elegant white, purple or black colors, or on the bracelet of yellow gold pearls which will undoubtedly be the most coveted, for its suppleness and the sensation of a second skin. he provides.
At Van Cleef & Arpels, secret watches are a mainstay. The Perlée collection welcomes three new ones that give it a retro, colorful and graphic touch, from the 1960s, thanks to a 360-degree swivel system. Van Cleef's talent for combining charm and sophistication is evident in the "You and Me" concept. The warm red carnelian is juxtaposed with the black pietersite, a stone introduced this year in the Perlée collection, to which multiple streaks bring depth and emotion. The other two watches catch the eye via divine turquoises, one accompanied by classic diamonds and yellow gold, the other counterbalanced by ecological coral in a temperate orange. The secret watches mounted on superb bracelets of gold pearls give a fine example of the marriage of jewelry and watchmaking: the bracelets are made in the French workshops of the house; the dials and movements are assembled in its watchmaking workshops in Geneva.
For watch enthusiasts, Van Cleef & Arpels Perlée is synonymous with complicated yet poetic, delightful and surprising creations — especially this year with the incredible automatons and animated watches presented at Watches & Wonders. The new Perlée watches — sensual, playful, refined and authentic jewels — remind us that Van Cleef & Arpels' jewelery expertise is as powerful, clear and distinctive as its horological genius.
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International outrage over execution of Iranian wrestler
Issued on: 16/09/2020 – 16:54
Sports associations and leaders from across the world have condemned the execution of Navid Afkari in Iran. The wrestler was hanged in a prison in Shiraz after he was convicted of stabbing a security guard in an anti-regime protest back in August 2018. He claimed he was innocent and that he was tortured into confessing the crime. The World Players Association, which represents tens of thousands of athletes worldwide, has made a call to ban Iran from the sporting world.
Also, Bahrain joins the United Arab Emirates in normalising ties with Israel. The move was brokered by the United States ahead of November's election.
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African Court says Ivory Coast should allow ex-PM Soro to run in election
Historic? Israel's normalisation of ties with UAE, Bahrain


Alberta is situated in west Canada bounded by the areas of British Columbia to the west and Saskatchewan to the east, the Northwest Territories to the north, and the U.S. State of Montana the south. Alberta is one of three Canadian areas and provinces to border only a single U.S. state and is also one of only two areas that are landlocked. Alberta is named after Princess Louise Caroline Alberta (1848–1939), the fourth daughter of Victoria, the Queen of Canada until 1901, and Albert, Prince Consort. Princess Louise was the wife of the Marquess of Lorne, Governor General of Canada from 1878 to 1883. Lake Louise, the Village of Caroline, and Mount Alberta were also named in honour of Princess Louise.
Alberta is Canada's most lively area noted for its amazing natural beauty, healthy atmosphere, cultural multiplicity, sparkling communities and strong wealth.
Alberta offers stimulating and exciting knowledge surroundings where you can maximize your education both inside and outside the classroom or lecture hall. From the establishment, the chronicle of Alberta has been united to the notable wealth of the land offered by different sites, fertile soils, rich forests, and added recently, oil and energy resources. Albertan persist to carry to this land their visions and aspirations, realizing opportunities, responding to challenges in strength of entrepreneurship and industry, their hard work rewarded by beautiful, healthy Alberta that is the best place to live, work, and raise a family.


Whilst developing my knockout dependency tracking application I realised I had to support access to it over https instead of http. This is because the website we're currently developing and all of the web services it talks to are secured via federated identity. Ideally we would be able to simply flick a switch to use http during development, but unfortunately I don't believe this is possible.
The application I'm building doesn't really need to be secure because there's no sensitive content being accessed, plus it's intended to be hosted and browsed to locally without being exposed over the internet. Therefore we can just use a self-signed certificate (these are often used in development before being replaced by one issued by an external authority for use in production).
Now that you have the certificate you need to write the server-code to read it. The following is taken from the node api site.
And voila! Browse to your site using https and you're good to go.


Justin McLaughlin is a Navy veteran who began leading worship through music at the age of 16. While pursuing a degree in Aeronautics from Embry-Riddle University, God called him into full-time ministry. He earned his Bachelor's Degree in music from Trinity Baptist Bible College in 2007 as well as his Master's Degree in Worship and Church Leadership from Liberty University Theological Seminary in March of 2014 and is now currently working on his Doctorate. Justin served at a local church in Orlando for 9.5 years before God calling him to Westside Baptist Church in Gainesville, Florida this past June. In his off time, Justin loves to golf and play any other kind of sport. He is also an avid Chicago Cubs, Buffalo Bills, and Iowa Hawkeye fan!


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Feminine Styling and Up-and-Coming Brands Can Give Retailers an Edge Over the Internet
By Barbara Schneider-Levy
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More Stories By Barbara
How Wolverine Worldwide's Blake Krueger Built a Legendary Career in Footwear
Why Soles4Souls Embarked on the Most Ambitious Charitable Project in Its 15-Year History
As the Need for Aid Grows, Two Ten Footwear Foundation Is Becoming Faster and More Efficient
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The economy may be challenging, but there remain opportunities for retailers and brands that are willing to test the fashion waters with fresh product.
According to Laura Conwell-O'Brien, executive director of The Atlanta Shoe Market, which held its biannual trade show on Feb. 17-19, today's brick-and-mortar stores can compete against online retailers if they stay on top of trends and tap into up-and-coming brands.
Here, Conwell-O'Brien weighs in on the fashion demands of customers in the southeast, the impact of tax reform and the struggles of young brands.
Laura Conwell-O'Brien
What are some of the biggest challenges for retailers today?
"The competition to stay in business because of online stores. But if you're a good store, you always get fresh, new product. You know your area, what people are looking for and you cater to them."
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What distinguishes consumers in the Southeast from those in other parts of the country?
"We hear that ladies here still like to dress. Out West, they're a little more casual, and on the East Coast, they have to dress warmer. In the southern territory, people like to wear pumps. Women like to be treated like women and dress feminine. Salon and better-grade shoes sell very well here because women will spend the dollars. They don't have to worry about slushing in the snow [in their shoes]."
Will the recent tax reform likely to impact business in the region?
"I don't think it will have an impact one way or the other. If you want to buy a pair of shoes, you will still buy them. [However], some people might need [the money] for groceries."
Since women tend to dress up in the Southeast, what is the outlook here for the athleisure trend?
"It [targets] millennials. Here, when we dress, even if it's not a pump, we like to have a cute sandal, wedge or slide. [However], we all have three or four pairs of tennis shoes in our closets for working out and fitness activities."
What is the outlook for new brands in the current economy?
"I'm a little afraid for them. It's hard for a good brand that's been around for a long time to be successful in this economic environment. New brands are treading cautiously. Some are great and you want to see them stay in business. It's tough for these people, but if they do things right, there's a place for them."
The Jury Is Still Out on Whether Tall or Short Boots Will Dominate Fall '18
Is the 'It' Sneaker Replacing the 'It' Handbag?
Why Shoe Executives Are Feeling Optimistic About Business in 2018
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Modular Robotics Market to Hit $15.1 Billion Revenue by 2030
The growing demand for collaborative modular robotics system and automation in the manufacturing industry are the key factors that positively impact the growth of the global modular robotics market. The market is expected to generate $15.1 billion revenue by 2030, advancing at a CAGR of 9.9% during the forecast period (2020–2030), according to P&S Intelligence.
This COVID-19 disruption has impacted the original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) in every region, which, in turn, has discontinued the global shipments up to some extent. With a rising number of cases, countries have faced proper shutdown due to which supply chain and manufacturing industries are largely impacted.
Articulated Modular robotics system to Hold the Largest Share in the Industry throughout the Forecast Period
The global modular robotics market, on the basis of robot type, is classified into articulated modular robotics system, SCARA modular robotics system, cartesian modular robots, collaborative modular robots, parallel modular robots, and others. Of these, the articulated modular robotics system category held a larger share in 2019 and is expected to retain the trend in the forecast period. This can be attributed to the high rate of adoption of these robots in the automotive industry for handling heavy automotive parts and in the metal and machinery industry for handling heavy metal sheets and components.
The market, based on offering, is categorized into hardware, software, and services. The hardware category is expected to hold the largest revenue share during the forecast period. This category is further classified into controller, sensor, manipulator, driver module, and others. Among these, the controller subcategory led the market with the largest revenue. This is primarily due to the use of robot controllers in industrial robots for point-to-point repetitive processes.
Geographically, the APAC region held the largest share in the modular robotics market and is expected to maintain the dominance during the forecast period. This can be attributed to the increasing investment in automation by the automotive, electrical, and electronics players, especially in China, South Korea, and India.
Geographical Expansion of Facilities Is the Strongest Strategic Measure Taken by the Players in the Market
Key players in the modular robotics industry are rapidly expanding their geographical presence to increase their market share. For instance, in October 2019, ABB Ltd. opened the first global healthcare research hub on the Texas Medical Center (TMC) campus, in Houston, Texas. During the opening, the company showcased several concept technologies, including a mobile YuMi robot, which is designed to assist medical and laboratory staff in laboratory and logistics tasks in hospitals.
Browse report overview with detailed TOC on "Modular Robotics Market Research Report: By Offering (Hardware, Software, Services), Robot Type (Articulated Modular Robots, Cartesian Modular Robots, SCARA Modular Robots, Parallel Modular Robots, Collaborative Modular Robots), Payload Capacity (1–16 Kg, 16.1–60 Kg, 60.1–225 Kg, More Than 225 Kg), End User (Industrial, Commercial, Residential) - Global Industry Analysis and Growth Forecast to 2030" at:https://www.psmarketresearch.com/market-analysis/modular-robotics-market-report
Similarly, in September 2019, ABB Ltd. announced the construction of robotics manufacturing and research facility in Kangqiao, China. The facility is expected to open during 2021 and represents a total investment of $150 million (1.1 billion RMB). The factory would be spread in 67,000 square meter and would deploy the manufacturing processes along with machine learning and digital and collaborative solutions.
Some of the major players operating in the global modular robotics market are Rethink Robotics GmbH, DENSO Products and Services Americas Inc., ABB Ltd., KUKA AG, Mitsubishi Electric Corporation, Schneider Electric SE, FANUC Corporation, Kawasaki Heavy Industries Ltd., Yaskawa Electric Corporation, Nachi-Fujikoshi Corporation, Universal Robots A/S, OTC DAIHEN Inc., Vision Machinery Inc., Stäubli International AG, and Yamaha Motor Co. Ltd.


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Douglas rewriting zoning ordinance
STEVE RALPH
Douglas officials are rewriting the city's zoning ordinance, but residents and property owners won't notice much difference.
"The zoning rewrite isn't to change how we're doing things. It's just to make clarifications," said Douglas Mayor Matt Balmer.
"What we want to do is clean up the language so it's more black and white and cut out the gray areas," he said.
The Michigan Zoning Enabling Act of 2006 established uniform zoning parameters that all counties, townships, cities and villages in the state must conform. Passage of the act by the Legislature was the catalyst for the change in Douglas, said planning commission Chairman Chris Nern.
"The statute is designed to get communities to reconfigure their zoning ordinances to comply with some general overall statewide guidelines," he said.
The city has had a moratorium on new developments in place since October 2007, to be lifted after the rewrite is completed, a process Balmer said he hopes will be wrapped up within a couple of months.
Nern said challenges confront a municipality trying to write a balanced zoning law.
"The challenge every community has is to protect the (general) health, safety and welfare, and at the same provide for meaningful property rights. How do we meet the standards of the new statute and keep everyone reasonably happy, and recognize the realities of what's going on in our community?" Nern asked.
There are many compromises, he said, and getting definitions cleared up is half the battle.
"Issues like, what's a road, what's a driveway? Before I got into this, I thought that was easy enough. It's not," he said.
"What's the difference between a coffee shop and a restaurant? Does a coffee shop cause traffic increases? Should parking be in back, for improved aesthetics and safety? But, you can't tell Respite (Cappuccino Court, 48 Center St.), 'You need to have 35 parking spaces.'"
Nern said new definitions would be added to the ordinance as well, such as "boat launch," "retail establishment," "living area" and "flower shop."
"Does a flower shop sell only fresh flowers, or silk, or vases?" he queried.
Nern said the revised ordinance will take into consideration such matters as potential consolidation of zones, downtown parking standards, trees and green space, the Saugatuck-Douglas-Saugatuck Township Tri-Community Master Plan and fire services.
"Should you look at your zoning in relation to your fire equipment? For example, how tall should the highest building be, if your fire equipment goes only so high? A resident said we ought to have something to address wind energy," he added.
The mayor said he wanted to reassure residents that the adjustments will be minor and benign.
"What I'd like to tell the general public is that we won't be making any major changes to land use as we see it now," Balmer said.
"This is something we initiated because we have a lot of areas to develop, and we want to make sure the ordinance reflects what people want."


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Philippe Gilbert and his Monument Odyssey
Daniel Benson 2019-12-19T06:09:00Z
'If you don't adapt then you don't stay at the top' says the serial winner
Philippe Gilbert on his way to winning his first Monument in 2010 (Image credit: Getty Images)
At the end of the 2011 season, Philippe Gilbert departed Omega Pharma-Lotto and set sail on an eight-year voyage that stretched across BMC Racing and then QuickStep. Finally, after all those years away he's returned home. Yet the 37-year-old finds a very different team to the one he left all those years ago.
The roster is virtually unrecognisable; the management a little thinner and greyer on top, and Omega-Pharma has been scrubbed from the livery to be replaced by Soudal. Little has stayed the same, and even Gilbert has changed – or adapted as he explains. And according to the multiple Monument winner, it's that dedication to evolution that has kept him at the peak of his powers for all of these years.
With the hope of winning Milan-San Remo and joining an elite club of Rik Van Looy, Eddy Merckx and Roger De Vlaeminck, Gilbert will need to be at his adaptive best this season if he is to achieve his greatest landmark.
"I was here for three years, in a similar team with Lotto and they're a sponsor that remains, but this project is completely new but I'm happy to be part of that now," he says after a long day in the saddle on the island of Mallorca.
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Adaption can take many forms in sport but it's worthless without the key element of dedication. That is perhaps Gilbert's main strength as he heads towards the final years of his tenure at the top of the sport. For instance, on a day in which most of his teammates took in a relatively light spin around Balearic island, Gilbert and a handful of colleagues crunched out a six-hour training session.
By the time Gilbert arrived back – alone of course – the sun had almost set. A cynic might pose that this brutal ride was simply a self-prescribed medicine designed to cut short a batch of media obligations, but when Gilbert finally arrives he's as amicable as ever.
"I've had to adapt, maybe not 100 per cent, but if I hadn't then I wouldn't have been able to stay at this level. If you want to stay at the top for a long time then you need to adapt," he says when the longevity of his career comes up in conversation.
"But racing has adapted too. Now racing is a lot more controlled. There are more sprinters in cycling. The goal of 70 per cent of the bunch is to arrive for a sprint at the end of the race. In the past that was the goal of just Cipollini and Petacchi, just two teams, and the rest were attacking. It was 18 teams wanting a sprint against two.
"But everything is easier now. There's a lot more science behind everything, and they collect a million more pieces of data. The trainers get smarter so that makes it easier. Before there was more guessing, and you were never sure about reaching the right level. Now you know what speed you're going to take a climb in three weeks."
Winning the world title in 2012 (Image credit: Getty Images)
Not that Gilbert has entirely embedded himself with the modernity of professional sport. The former FDJ rider who burst onto the scene in the early 2000s still holds something in his heart for more old school methods.
"I still sometimes work without a power meter, and I like that. When that happens I get the trainer calling me to ask if there's something wrong, but those days are good for the head.
"When you like cycling it's easier to do it for longer. I like these moments, like now when you're building the condition and you've had your rest. You start with a low base but then there are these moments when you see the really quick evolution of your form. First, it's three hours, and then a month later you can do six hours fast. Every time it's a challenge, but it doesn't get harder to perform at a high level. It's hard to still win, but I just try and do my best. Being in the final is not that difficult in a race but winning is difficult."
For now, age appears to be no barrier, especially when you consider that Gilbert signed a three-year deal when he linked up with Lotto Soudal and two of his previous managers, Marc Sergeant and John Lelangue, who oversaw Gilbert at Lotto and BMC respectively. Gilbert will be 38 in July.
"Everyone is different," Gilbert says when asked about his age.
"Some guys stop when they are 30, but it's about more than what's in the legs, and my head is really strong. I have no problems there. You've had guys like Horner, Voigt, and Hincapie who have been on a high level. There are others who were not as famous so we don't speak about them, but I'm not the exception. Spend 10 minutes on the internet and you'll find 20 guys like me."
You could spend a lot longer on the world wide web and struggle to find a rider over the past 20 years who have been able to flourish in as many different ways, and over as many alternate terrains, as Gilbert.
After all, he is a rider who has collected Monuments and titles throughout his career and but for a Classics lull during his BMC days – has been a consistent winner. The doubters, and there were many, claimed he would never win the Tour of Flanders, that he couldn't win Paris-Roubaix but he ticked them both off his bucket list in the space of three spring campaigns.
His adaption for a race like Roubaix, for instance, was remarkable in itself.
Milan-San Remo dreams
In 2020, the Lotto rider will turn his attention the final Monument missing from his palmares – Milan-San Remo.
Arguably considered the hardest to win of the five Monuments, Gilbert will find his work cut out for him come next March when he has to contend with faster finishers and more explosive climbers.
"Milan-San Remo is the ambition but it's going to be difficult. I'm going to try, as I did in the past. Everything is important, but if you don't have the legs you'll never win. I could have Eddy Merckx in the car behind me, and he won the race seven times, but if I don't have the legs, then it's not going to happen.
"But I think I've done I've done that race 15 times and I've seen the race end in five or six different styles or scenarios. I was there when Pozzato won from the breakaway on the Cipressa; I was there when Nibali attacked on the Poggio; when Cancellara attacked in the last kilometre; and I've seen so many different finals that it's hard to know which one is the best for me."
Gilbert started his Monument collection back in 2010 with his first of two Il Lombardia titles. A career-defining Liege-Bastogne-Liege and Ardennes week domination followed a year later before the Tour of Flanders and Paris-Roubaix were added.
Whether Gilbert can successfully navigate the final part of his career and land a Milan-San Remo title is still an unknown but at the very least he has three years to try. Gilbert may have found a home at Lotto Soudal but his odyssey continues.


Striker Collin Quaner and winger Gwion Edwards are expected to be back in the squad for Wednesday's home game against Derby County but James Collins remains unavailable, Freddie Sears has joined the long-term injured and skipper Luke Chambers will be assessed before a decision is made on whether he'll be involved.
On-loan Huddersfield frontman Quaner watched the Norwich match from the stands due to a hamstring injury but manager Paul Lambert expects the German to be in the squad against the Rams.
"Hopefully he's going to be OK, he trained this morning," he said. "Hopefully there's no reaction to it and if there's no reaction to it he'll be in the squad.
Regarding centre-half Collins, who has also had a hamstring problem, Lambert added: "James is still feeling it a little bit, but it's getting better. Maybe this one's just a little bit early for him.
"We need to see how Luke Chambers is. We'll have to wait and see, there are one or two little bumps and bruises and we'll have to wait and see.
Gwion Edwards has been out for a few weeks with a groin injury which required an injection but is now back in training.
"He's been injured with a really frustrating groin problem and he trained this morning for the first time in a few weeks," the Blues boss continued.
Yesterday brought the news that Sears will be out for between nine and 12 months with an anterior cruciate knee ligament injury, joining plenty of others who are out until next season.
"I've never been at a club where I've seen so many [long-term injuries]," Lambert reflected.
"I think that's Freddie, ACL, Wardy, ACL, Ben Morris, ACL. Huwsy's been out for over a year [also knee], Tom Adeyemi [achilles] for over a year.
"Ben Folami, his achilles is going to keep him out for seven or eight months, it's incredible, it really is.
"I don't know why it's like that, but it's a blow for Freddie, first and foremost and for the the football club it's a huge, huge blow.
"It is [a chance for somebody else to step forward], but I can't get away from it, for the lads who have got the long-term injuries it must be horrific for them.
Lambert added: "He tried to run it off, we weren't quite sure how bad it was, I don't think Freddie did.
"Even yesterday I don't think he did until the results came back from the scan. That was the big thing for me, I never expected that to happen to him.
"It's an absolute blow, for him and the club. But nowadays ACLs, they're not as bad as they used to be.
"There's no other way to look at it, it's going to be a blow for him and it's going to be a long rehab.
Anybody getting the feeling we might only get a handful of starts (at best) from Collins.
I am guessing Huws is out for rest of season ?
I thought Huws was making a comeback?
Our injury list is laughable, if Edwards is back can it please be the pacey, tricky wideman from the first few games please!!!
Anyone else thinking Danny Rowe shouldn't have been loaned out?
Teddy has got to start tomorrow !!
...... as expected from Collins unfortunately - was always going to be the case from the moment he signed, such a shame because a fit Collins has so much to offer us, now and potentially in the future.
The loss of Sears now just compounds a horrible, forgettable season.
Edwards coming back is a boost but it seems fate is against us at every turn.
I can't wait for this season to end and for the big rebuild to begin.
Start to play the team we will be using next year as that gives them 15 matches to bond and then the pre season for the two new strikers that we will buy as boy do we need goal scorers.
Let's hit the ground running next season not by December.
..... why do you think Huws was allowed to come to us so easily ? - for the reason we have seen ever since he arrived. Sicknote extrodinaire.
Forget him. So much potential talent, but players have to have more than that, and want to get out there and do it. So do, some don't, and do whatever they can not to.
Harsh maybe - but true.
blueboy1981 I think you have made a very valid point. We need players who to be frank have the real grit and desire. Luke Chambers has his critics but no one can criticise his heart and I do not see that in one or two whose second home is our treatment room. That may be harsh too but what on earth can be that bad that we have not seen Huws or Adeyami for the best part of two years?
David McGoldrick also fell into that category and only wanted to play in successful teams.
If Lambert is serious in his quest to turn our fortunes around long term.
Then Chambo, Skuse and Jonas need to move on come May. Jonas will be gone regardless.
Off as a free transfer no doubt offered 20k per week over 3 years. (Footys gone mad!).
We need to offload any way we can Huws and Adeyami.
How many millions have those 2 cost the club in fees, wages, and treatments?
Both in the top 5 of the clubs worst ever signings. Along with Coke and the polish fella.
Sadly Collins fits into that group also. I'll be shocked if he plays more than 1 more time this season.
Another half a million in wasted wages. It was a huge gamble on him that was never going to succeed. He will retire at season end after taking a huge wedge from us we don't have.


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COVID-19 vaccine myths debunked
Published Jan. 19, 2021 , Updated Jan. 19, 2021
Get the truth behind these COVID-19 vaccine myths.
As the COVID-19 vaccine becomes available, misinformation has begun to spread like the virus itself. Let's take a look at these myths and uncover the truths behind them, so you have all the facts about the vaccine.
Myth 1: The COVID-19 vaccine can cause infertility.
There are claims that antibodies to the spike protein of COVID-19, which are produced by the vaccine, will bind to placenta proteins and prevent pregnancy. But, for those hoping to have children in the future, there is no evidence that the COVID-19 vaccine can cause infertility.
"In fact, a number of women actually became pregnant while going through the vaccine trials," says family medicine physician Dr. Amit Mehta, medical director of community medicine for Geisinger in Centre County.
Myth 2: The COVID-19 vaccine isn't safe and was rapidly tested and distributed.
While it may seem like the vaccine was developed quickly, it's important to know that mRNA vaccines had been studied for years before we saw the first case of COVID-19 and were already in development.
"The emergency situation of the pandemic warranted an emergency response and dedication to vaccine development — as well as an emergency release of the vaccine once it was approved," says Dr. Mehta. "And the vaccine still needed to pass safety protocols and testing set by the FDA in order to be released in any capacity."
What also saved a lot of time in the development and release of this vaccine is that it was manufactured in conjunction with testing.
Myth 3: I've already had COVID-19, so I don't need the vaccine.
"If you're eligible to get the vaccine, we recommend that you get it — even if you've already had COVID-19," says Dr. Mehta.
Why? Because there isn't enough information on how long natural immunity (antibodies your body makes from having the virus) lasts, but we do know that it declines over time. So getting boosted immunity from the vaccine will help to protect you from getting the virus again.
"But, if you've recently had or currently have COVID-19, it's recommended that you wait to get the vaccine until you're feeling better," says Dr. Mehta. "You should wait at least 10 days after your symptoms started and 20 days if you were hospitalized." This will allow others a chance to get the vaccine while you do have newly formed natural antibodies against the virus.
Myth 4: There's a microchip in the vaccine.
Perhaps one of the most popular rumors, this one is simply false. The goal of the vaccine is to keep people from getting sick — and save lives from a potentially deadly virus. Not to track people or gather information on them.
"There's also no way to put a microchip in a vaccine," says Dr. Mehta.
Myth 5: Getting the vaccine can give me COVID-19.
The COVID-19 vaccine doesn't contain the live virus, so it can't give you the virus. This myth probably arose because some people experience symptoms similar to the virus after getting the vaccine, including fever, body aches and headache.
"These are normal symptoms and show that your body is forming an immunity against the virus," says Dr. Mehta. "Most people experience these symptoms after the second dose, and they go away within 24 to 48 hours."
The most common side effect from the first dose of the vaccine is redness and soreness in the arm where you got the injection.
"If you have any additional questions about the vaccine or whether you should get it, contact your doctor," says Dr. Mehta. "They can give you advice based on your medical history and answer all your questions."
To sum up, when you can get the vaccine, you should. Not only is it safe, it's our best defense against the virus — and the beginning of the end of the global pandemic.
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Powerful British "class drama" marked Lindsay Anderson's feature directorial debut. Richard Harris is a coal miner who finds success as a violent rugby star, and Rachel Roberts is the lonely widow who falls for him. Gritty, compelling tale also stars Colin Blakely, William Hartnell. 134 min. Widescreen (Enhanced); Soundtrack: English Dolby Digital mono; Subtitles: English (SDH); audio commentary; bonus shorts "Meet the Pioneers" (1948), "Wakefield Express" (1952), "Is That All There Is?" (1992) documentary; interview; theatrical trailer. Two-disc set.


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Wildsouth Discovery offers their exclusively guided and hosted, private tours of South Island for the discerning traveller - the Wildsouth Discovery Tour. Personally guided and hosted, the Wildsouth Discovery team are passionate about New Zealand.
Come along and allow Wildsouth to show you the remarkable landscapes and picturesque locations, the soothing sounds and the tantalizing tastes of South Island. This tour is fully escorted with guided walks, first class service, superb food and exquisite accommodations.
"Explore the wonder of New Zealand's magnificent South Island. Your local Wildsouth guides will show you the natural wonders and heritage of Te Wai Pounamu / South island. Walk through primaeval forests, along deserted beaches and view glaciers pushing into rainforests, all on a Pacific Island! Your journey will include Arthur's Pass National Park and the "High Country", the South West New Zealand World Heritage Area with Glacier Country and Lake Moeraki, the rugged peaks of the Southern Alps and the awe of Piopiotahi / Milford Sound".
"Greeting, views, plains & alps"
After being met by your guide and host, Brian and Paula, you will be driven through the "Garden City" and up onto the Port Hills, the flanks of one of the ancient extinct volcanoes that form Banks Peninsula. From the hills, there are spectacular views of the city and the Kaikoura Range can be seen far to the north, while the Pacific Ocean sparkles to the east. To the south and west, the vast Canterbury Plains stretch to the horizon and in the distance, the Southern Alps. This is an opportunity to talk about where you will be going and what you will see on the tour.
You will then escape the city and start your journey west across the Canterbury Plains. As the distant mountains become closer, you may wonder, just like the Maori and the early settlers before us how you will find a way through. Crossing Porter's Pass, a dramatic landscape change occurs as you enter the high country, an inter-montane plateau bounded by the Torlesse Mountains to the east and the Craigieburn Mountains to the west. Travelling through this glacial shaped region, you will pass glacial formed lakes and the stunning spiritual limestone formations of Castle Hill which dominate the landscape.
Further on, you will reach the wide expanse of the Waimakariri River and the Wilderness Lodge Arthur's Pass.
"Mountains, sheep, beech trees and keas"
This is a day to discover the real high country - a day in which you can explore and learn about the alpine landscape, plants and the animals in the spectacular Southern Alps. A tour of the high country sheep farm which is part of the lodge will enable you to view and learn about the ways of sheep farming in the high country.
From the lodge, you will head into the heart of the Southern Alps - Arthur's Pass National Park which has an incredible diversity of flora and landscape. They range from the eastern beech clad hills and tussock grass valleys to the luxuriant rain forest in the west.
In Arthur's Pass National Park, you may take walks to see waterfalls, learn about the forests and alpine plants of this area and experience the alpine landscape. Explore the glacial landscape and learn about the features that the Ice Age left behind.
Seek out and hopefully find a unique South Island personality who is mischievous, inquisitive, comical and rowdy; the cheeky kea - the world's only alpine parrot. You may have to defend your mini coach, as they have been known to try and remove aerials and door trims with their beaks!
"Mountains, pioneers, greenstone and ice"
After breakfast, you will travel through Arthur's Pass National Park and depart Canterbury province for Westland – Te Wai Poutini or "The West Coast" as it is known. Originally used by the Maori to move greenstone from the west coast and later as a link to the gold rush fields, this route reveals great mountain valleys and the marvel of the road as it winds its way down the spectacular Otira Gorge - a geographer's dream.
Follow rivers that flow to the West Coast and observe the changes to the rainforest and the many varieties of ferns that define their character. Travel on a backcountry road, walk through old gold miners' tunnels and wonder at the tenacity of the miners in their quest for gold. Visit Hokitika, once the capital of Westland and a roaring gold mining town and now the pounamu / jade / greenstone centre of New Zealand. A visit is also made to view the dramatic Hokitika Gorge before you journey south to Glacier Country. Along the way, you will pass through villages that were once bustling and one now has a population of 2 (three, including the dog!).
Heading on, see the West Coast rainforests and further evidence of the last Ice Age in the kettle lakes created by the melting ice sheets.
Arrive at Franz Josef and view the Franz Josef Glacier pushing into rainforest - truly incredible! Overnight at Fox Glacier.
"Ice Age, podocarps, geology and lakes"
A day to explore the glaciated landscape of Glacier Country. Walks can be made to the terminal face of the Fox Glacier and to a glacier viewpoint to witness the Fox Glacier's descent down the mountain into the rainforest. An option is a beautiful and tranquil walk which can be taken around the edge of Lake Matheson.
It is here that incredible views (and sometimes reflections) of Mount Cook and Mount Tasman in the lake can often be seen. Alternatively, a drive through the lush rainforest to a remote beach on the Tasman Sea for views of the alps and where we can look for the rare Hectors Dolphins.
Optional trips available are guided hikes on the Fox Glacier with an alpine guide, or an exciting helicopter ride into the alpine area. These flights include a snow landing on the upper reaches of the glacier and close up views of Mt Cook, Mt Tasman and the Southern Alps.
From Fox Glacier, travel south to the Wilderness Lodge Lake Moeraki, set in the heart of Te Wahi Pounamu - the South West New Zealand World Heritage Area.
This lodge is a Tourism Award Winner providing a first class wilderness experience.
"Rainforest, wilderness, pristine and remote"
Untouched lowland rain forests spread between pristine lakes and rivers which drain the snow-capped Southern Alps - this is Lake Moeraki.
Few places on earth can match the unique natural setting of Lake Moeraki in the heart of the 2.7 million hectares of Te Wahi Pounamu - Southwest New Zealand World Heritage Area. The landscape has been shaped by successive glaciations into fjords, rocky coasts, towering cliffs, lakes and waterfalls. Two-thirds of the area is covered with southern beech and podocarps, some of which are over 800 years old. This special place is also home to breeding colonies of the rare Fiordland Crested Penguin (seasonal), the Hectors Dolphins (the world's smallest dolphin) and numerous varieties of native birds.
Lake Moeraki is a nature lover's paradise. Visits can be made to wild and remote beaches and activities include guided walks to get close to the wildlife, learning about the forest and experiencing amazing scenery. If you prefer to have a restful day then you can take a canoe out on the tranquil lake or just relax in the lodge.
"Beaches, waterfalls, tussocks and gold"
Depart Moeraki and travel south to Ship Creek. Here, from a viewing tower on the beach, there is a good chance of seeing the rare Hectors Dolphin playing beyond the surf. Walk through a primaeval swamp forest to see ancient "dinosaur" trees, view a coastal lagoon and fossick for greenstone on the remote beach.
From here, you will head south again to Haast where the road turns east, following the Haast Highway. You can now observe how the landscape again changes dramatically as the road climbs over the Haast Pass from the dense rainforest of the West Coast to the drier tussock lands of the Otago province. On the way, there are short walks to see waterfalls and if there has been recent rainfall, the Haast River passing through the gorge known as the Gates of Haast can be truly spectacular.
From Haast Pass the road eventually skirts first along the banks of Lake Wanaka and then making a slight turn and rising over a ridge, Lake Wanaka is left behind and Lake Hawea is before you. The road follows the shoreline of this lake and then we reach the alpine village of Wanaka. This is a quiet mountain resort on the southern shores of Lake Wanaka.
From Wanaka, pass the old gold mining village of Cardrona and head over the rugged and remote Crown Range, the site of gold diggings in the 1860's. From the top of the Crown Range, there are dramatic views of the Queenstown district. You will then descend to the valley floor and reach the quaint and historic village of Arrowtown. It is then a short drive to your Queenstown accommodation, Millbrook Resort.
"Adventure and relaxing in the mountains"
A "free" day for you to experience and enjoy some of the many activities which Queenstown has to offer. Your guides will be available to transfer you to the venues and activities of your choice in the Queenstown area.
You might like to enjoy a relaxing cruise on the old steamship Earnslaw, the lady of the lake. For those wanting more excitement, try an exhilarating jetboat trip through the Shotover Canyon.
Another New Zealand experience is bungy jumping at the Kawarau Bridge, the first bungy jumping site in the world or perhaps a Ziptrek ecotour through the trees. There are wineries to visit and also an art and craft trail around the district to visit some of the many artists and craft studios. Golf and horse trekking are other possibilities available in Queenstown.
For some, this is an ideal opportunity to do some shopping and a ride up the gondola offers spectacular views across to the mountains known as the Remarkables. Your guides will be available to advise and assist with transfers as required.
"Fiords, glacial lakes, cruise and alps"
Today, your highlight will be a flight to Piopiotahi / Milford Sound. Once you arrive at Milford, you will be transferred to your 2-hour nature cruise. Your catamaran explores nooks and crannies along the edge of the fiord, nudging into sheer rock faces to examine flora and fauna in detail.
This 'ecotour' is perfect for close-up shots of seals, birds and other Fiordland wildlife, including the rarest penguin in the world, the Fiordland crested penguin (Spring & Autumn). Your smaller boat helps you appreciate the sheer size and grandeur of the fiord's cliff faces rising hundreds of metres out of the water.
You'll get within touching distance of impressive geological features and close enough to catch and drink pure glacial water or feel the full force from the powerful 15,000-year old Stirling Falls. Join the skipper on the bridge for a birds-eye view and see first-hand how the boat operates, taking sheer U-shaped glaciated valleys.
After breakfast, perhaps relax and indulge in the odd bit of pampering with some of the many health and beauty facilities that are available at Millbrook. A range of products designed to revitalise and relax weary bodies are available and we all need a little care and attention sometimes! Perhaps spend some time for that last minute shopping or to experience that last piece of adventure, before it is time for your guides to bid you farewell.
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MI National Guard Adjutant General visits troops at Exercise Allied Spirit VI
By MI National Guard | MI National Guard News
HOHENFELS, Germany --
Maj. Gen. Gregory Vadnais, the adjutant general of the Michigan National Guard, visited Michigan Army National Guard and Latvian troops participating in Exercise Allied Spirit VI at the Joint Multinational Readiness Center in Hohenfels, Germany.
"What has been accomplished with the state partnership program between the Michigan National Guard and Latvia over the past 24 years is simply amazing," said Vadnais. "This exercise is an awesome opportunity for the land forces of Latvia because it's their first experience as command and control headquarters – and it's no small feat considering there are almost 3,000 troops here from at least a dozen different countries."
As brigade headquarters command and control, Latvian armed forces members conducted mission command, fire support coordination, along with offensive, defensive and stability maintaining tasks. The Michigan Army National Guard Soldiers were there to augment positions within the Latvian Headquarters Brigade, the Latvian Infantry Battalion, or other augmentations as need presented.
Allied Spirit VI provides a unique opportunity for MIARNG and Latvian Soldiers to exercise tactical interoperability and test secure communications with NATO allies and partners in Europe. About 1,250 participants from the NATO Partnership for Peace countries of Canada, Czech Republic, Estonia, France, Hungary, Germany, Italy, Macedonia, Latvia, the Netherlands and Slovenia joined forces for the exercise along with about 1,520 participants from the United States' 173rd Airborne Brigade, the U.S. 10th Special Forces Group (Airborne), the Oklahoma and Michigan National Guard, and a U.S. Army Reserve unit from Minnesota.
"The experience Soldiers gain from a large-scale exercise in this type of environment is priceless," Vadnais said. "Allied Spirit provides a platform for all Soldiers to share best practices and learn from one another. An exercise like this one increases the overall readiness of our armed forces."
Joint training and deployments with Latvian units have become second nature to MIARNG Soldiers since the partnership began in 1993.
"No other program within the Michigan National Guard brings as much value for cost as does the State Partnership Program," said Vadnais. "I see the future with the Latvian partnership continuing to grow as we keep pushing the ball ahead, as we work together and take advantage of these types of opportunities more and more in the future."
The National Guard State Partnership Program is a United States Department of Defense program managed by the National Guard that links states with partner countries around the world in order to promote access, enhance military capabilities, improve interoperability and enhance the principles of responsible governance.
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Final Round: Five Things to Know June 30, 2018 | Colorado Springs, Colo. By Dave Shedloski
Jerry Kelly will need to negotiate the demanding 17th hole on his way to potential victory on Sunday. (USGA/Chris Keane)
U.S. Senior Open Home Tickets
Three rounds are in the books at The Broadmoor. And if we've learned anything after 54 holes of this 39th U.S. Senior Open, it's that players are still learning the intricacies of the beguiling East Course.
We saw a few more low scores on Saturday, including 66s by David Toms, Brandt Jobe and 2010 U.S. Senior Open champion Bernhard Langer, but so far nobody is locked in. Not one competitor has put up three sub-par rounds. Among the seven players who own aggregate scores in red figures, four have broken par (70) only once.
Jerry Kelly continues to lead, but the leader board is bunched more tightly than a stalk of celery. Six shots separate the top 14 players, meaning no one can play safe. "I believe a low one is out there," Kelly said. "I just hope I'm the one to shoot it."
The field scoring average has improved each day, another indication that the boys are starting to decipher this mountain layout.
We again quote that famous philosopher Miguel Angel Jimenez, who said, "I think the one who can be the nerves, keeping more calmed down and hole more putts is the one who is going to win."
"It's going to be a nice contest," he added.
Also sounds about right. Here are five things to know for the final round:
1. Jerry Kelly. Sleeping on the lead for the third straight night isn't easy, especially when there was a chance to gain separation from the field. But that's the task ahead for Kelly, who at 4-under 206 is one stroke ahead of Toms. "I'm definitely disappointed," Kelly said after a third-round 71. Only three men have won this championship wire-to-wire – Dale Douglass (1986), Simon Hobday (1994) and Olin Browne (2011).
2. The Hartford connection. They won't be in the same pairing, but Kelly and Tim Petrovic, long ago teammates at the University of Hartford, are undoubtedly wishing the best for each other – if he can't win it himself. The pair shared a hug in the media center Saturday night after some friendly banter as Petrovic was wrapping up his press conference and Kelly was arriving for his. Kelly couldn't help getting in on the question part of the Q&A. "Can you sing the University of Hartford fight song, please?" One might be singing the other's praises by late Sunday afternoon.
3. The 17th hole, which some guys refer to as the hole that never ends. Yes, it's long. As the crow flies, the crow gets tired. The card says 545 yards, which makes it the longest par 4 in U.S. Senior Open history. Coming late in the round, when the legs are getting heavy, it seems even more arduous, which will make the all-important tee shot that much harder. "The tee shot's what makes you nervous. If you hit it in the rough it's hard to get anywhere near the green in two," said Davis Love III, who calls it "an easy par 5." This hole might decide the championship.
4. The hot putter. The bogey-free 66 Toms shot on Saturday came courtesy, primarily, of holing a few putts that weren't on the menu in the first two rounds. "I think my speed on the greens today was a lot better. That was the key," said Toms, who avoided stress with a lot of tap-ins. The greens here still present a conundrum. "That's where the hard work begins," said Fox analyst Paul Azinger. All it takes is one player to have a day like Toms and he might be hoisting the trophy.
5. Race for low amateur. By making the cut, Jeff Wilson, Mike Finster and Robby Funk extended to 14 years the streak of at least one amateur advancing to the weekend. At 7-over 217, Wilson, of Vallejo, Calif., is one stroke ahead of Finster, of St. Petersburg, Fla., in the battle for low amateur honors. Funk, who was low amateur last year at Salem Country Club, has work to do to be part of the conversation, sitting six behind at 223. Winner gets a couple of nice invites – to the U.S. Amateur at Pebble Beach in August and next year's U.S. Senior Open.
Dave Shedloski is an Ohio-based freelance writer who frequently contributes to USGA websites.
More from the 39th U.S. Senior Open
Championships U.S. Senior Open Round 3: Moving Day at The Broadmoor
Championships The Final Group: Jerry Kelly and David Toms Talk After Round 3
Championships After Keeping Cut Streak Alive, Langer Shines on Saturday
Championships Elway Gains New Appreciation for the Games of Senior Stars


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BPA exposure linked to childhood obesity in older girls
By Ryan Jaslow
June 14, 2013 / 4:17 PM / CBS News
It's almost impossible to avoid BPA, a chemical that's found just about everywhere. But, a new study cautions that young girls who are exposed to high levels may become obese.
""Our study suggests that BPA could be a potential new environmental obesogen, a chemical compound that can disrupt the normal development and balance of lipid metabolism, which can lead to obesity," wrote the authors of the new study, published June 12 in PLoS One. "Worldwide exposure to BPA in the human population may be contributing to the worldwide obesity epidemic."
Worldwide obesity has almost doubled since 1980, according to the World Health Organization. More than 1.4 billion adults and 40 million children are estimated to be overweight.
About two-thirds of adults in the U.S. are overweight or obese, in addition to about one-third of children and adolescents, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports.
BPA refers to bisphenol-A, an industrial chemical widely used in plastics and in the lining of aluminum cans to protect them from corrosion. It's also found in other materials like cash register receipts.
BPA can disrupt the endocrine (hormones) system, and has been linked to health effects. Recent studies have linked BPA exposure to risk for asthma, kidney and heart disease, brain changes and thyroid problems. Animal studies have also found developmental risks.
The Food and Drug Administration says BPA "is safe at the very low levels that occur in some foods." The agency said it is conducting additional studies to determine whether or not the chemical is safe as currently used in packaging and containers, but in June 2013 reassured consumers that the currently approved uses of BPA in food containers and packaging was safe.
At the request of the American Chemistry Council in order to remove confusion from the marketplace, the FDA formally banned BPA from baby bottles and sippy cups in July 2012. Many companies had already been phasing the chemical out of those children's products by this time.
The FDA rejected a petition for an outright ban of BPA in March 2012, citing a lack of compelling scientific evidence.
The new study involved more than 1,300 children in grades 4 through 12, who attended school in Shanghai. The team led by researcher Dr. De-Kun Li, a reproductive and perinatal epidemiologist at the Kaiser Permanente Division of Research in Oakland, Calif., took urine samples from students to determine BPA exposure levels. They also assessed the students for other risk factors for childhood obesity, including physical activity levels, their dietary habits and family history.
Children were divided into groups based on their BPA exposure levels. The researchers found girls between ages 9 and 12 with higher-than-average BPA levels were two times more likely to be overweight or obese. Girls of those ages with "extremely high" BPA levels were five times more likely to be in the top weight percentile for children.
For all the 9- to 12-year-old girls studied, 36 percent of those with a higher-than-average level of BPA in their urine were overweight or obese compared with 21 percent of those with a lower-than-average level of BPA.
The researchers, however, found no risk increases in girls older than 12, or boys of all ages.
"Girls in the midst of puberty may be more sensitive to the impacts of BPA on their energy balance and fat metabolism," Dr. Li said in a statement.
BPA and obesity in kids: 3 facts
Previous research has also linked BPA to obesity. A Sept. 2012 study found children with highest levels of BPA exposure -- as measured in urine -- had two-fold increased chance of being obese compared to kids with the lowest levels, regardless of how many calories they were taking in through their diets.
That study's author, Dr. Leo Trasande, an associate professor in pediatrics, environmental medicine and health policy at NYU Langone Medical Center in New York City, told CBSNews.com Thursday that the new findings among Chinese school children corroborated what his team found.
" This study adds further concern about the recent FDA decision not to ban BPA from food uses," said Trasande. "While unhealthy diet and poor physical activity are clearly the leading causes of the obesity epidemic, environmental chemicals are increasingly known to be independent contributors," he added.
The American Chemistry Council, an industry group, disputed the "flawed study," pointing out it failed to show a causal link between BPA and obesity.
"Attempts to link our national obesity problem to minute exposures to chemicals found in common, everyday products are a distraction from the real efforts underway to address this important national health issue," the council said in a statement. "It is important to note that the FDA has said unequivocally that BPA is safe for its approved uses."
First published on June 14, 2013 / 4:17 PM
Ryan Jaslow is CBSNews.com's health editor.
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At the age of 22, he officially became a father. A decade later, he has three sons after initially fostering the boys
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Jia Sarnicola and Zuri Copeland may have their differences, but they are closer than close
Football coach shares story of perseverance
Rob Mendez was honored at the ESPYs with an award for perseverance
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"There's a reason dogs like country music. Thank you Miranda Lambert for your generous donation," the shelter posted on Facebook
11-year-old wins trip to the All-Star Game with powerful essay
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Officer Jerrick Wilson was about to carry the American flag when he needed some help


Bankruptcy declaration is a powerful tool for many individuals and companies whose debt-to-asset ratio is out of control. It allows a party to discharge, or eliminate, certain debts and reorganize or liquidate their assets so that some of their other creditors can be paid a portion of what they are owed. However, most types of taxes owed to the IRS are not usually one of these dischargeable debts. Certain taxes can be discharged in bankruptcy under very specific circumstances, but most back taxes do not fit this exception and qualifying tax debt under it can be an extremely complicated process.
As a solution to this dilemma, the article focused on the three different types of what are called Offers in Compromise, or OICs. Section 7122 of the Federal Bankruptcy Code allows taxpayers the ability to negotiate with the IRS to settle their debt for an amount less than what is owed. It is important to note that there is no legal right to have a tax bill that is valid reduced by the IRS; rather, it is entirely up to the agency's discretion.
The first type of Offer in Compromise occurs when there is a legitimate doubt that you owe all or part of what the IRS says you do. This type of OIC cannot be used if the calculated tax debt is based on current law or has been established by a final court judgment. This type of OIC is generally less common and more difficult to pursue.
The next type of Offer in Compromise applies when a taxpayer's assets and income are less than the full amount of their tax liability. It does not usually apply to taxpayers who can eventually pay their liabilities in full through an installment agreement or via other means. Individuals applying for this type of OIC must use specific forms collaborating their wages or business income with their OIC application.
This remaining type of offer in compromise appeals to the IRS to negotiate a tax bill based on the premises of hardship, public policy, and equity. It may only be used when a taxpayer does not qualify for either of the other two types of OIC. It asks the IRS to take a person's exceptional circumstances into account where paying the full tax liability would cause them severe economic hardship, i.e. unable to pay for their basic and reasonable (but not luxury) living expenses. The IRS will consider the individual's unique set circumstances in making this determination, including any history of noncompliance with tax laws.
An application for an Offer in Compromise is just that—an application. The IRS will review it and make a decision of whether or not to accept the applicant's offered amount, sometimes resulting in back-and-forth negotiations between the IRS and taxpayer until an acceptable amount is agreed upon.
It is important to note that the IRS will require mass amounts of financial documentation once you have applied for an OIC, and that if your application is rejected, the disclosures you made usually give the IRS all the information it needs to speed up its collection efforts against you. Because of this, it makes sense not to make an offer unless it is likely to be accepted.


The cell phone video is shaky, but it clearly displays the speed of the Volkswagen Golf – first 82.6 mph. A young woman, the front seat passenger, is heard giggling over the pulsing club music as the young male driver roars the engine and the vehicle works its way up to 115.6 mph. The film, just 10 seconds long, was posted to SnapChat, just moments before the 22-year-old driver and his 19-year-old passenger were killed, along with a mother and the youngest two of four children in the car with her, ages 9 and 10.
The video is at once tragic and infuriating.
The Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office and the Florida Highway Patrol have launched an investigation into the collision, which occurred on Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard near Coconut Palm Drive. The 22-year-old driver had been traveling westbound, while the other vehicle was traveling eastbound. For reasons authorities say are not entirely clear, the 22-year-old driver crossed over the median and slammed head-on into the other vehicle, a minivan carrying a mother and four children.The minivan caught fire upon impact.
The VW Golf, meanwhile, spun around and then slammed into another car, a Toyota Scion. Debris from that collision then struck another vehicle, a BMW 3-series.
At the scene of the car accident, the 39-year-old mother was pronounced dead, as was the 22-year-old driver and his 19-year-old girlfriend. The 9- and 10-year-old were transported to a local hospital, where they too died. The fourth- and fifth-graders attended Mango Elementary School. Their other two passengers, 15 and 18, were transported to the same hospital in critical condition. A family member said the mother was driving home with her three children and a relative visiting from Columbia.
A friend of the younger driver later told news reporters that he and his friends had been go-cart racing just before the crash.
Let's start with speed, which not only affects the severity of a crash, but also increases the risk of being involved in a crash in the first place. A 2006 study published in the journal Accident Analysis & Prevention indicates the risk of a crash increases sharply with an increase in speed, and this is true on both major and minor roads. Without exception, vehicles that moved much faster than other traffic had a much higher crash rate.
Combine that with distraction, and the odds are exponentially higher. The U.S. Department of Transportation reports that every year, 3,200 are killed and another 431,000 are seriously injured in car accidents involving drivers who are distracted. In this case, we have a driver who may not personally have been holding an electronic device, but we do know that interaction with passengers can be a huge source of distraction – particularly for younger drivers. That's why so many graduated driver's license laws prohibit younger drivers from transporting beyond a certain number of underage passengers.
This isn't the first time this SnapChat feature has come under fire either. In Georgia, a 19-year-old driver who recorded herself on the app reportedly traveling 107 mph and soon after caused a collision that resulted in the other driver suffering serious brain injuries. The teen was arrested, while the other driver sued SnapChat, alleging the technology company encouraged users by to engage with the devices while driving by doling out "points" for recording their speed.
This kind of evidence can be used in subsequent civil cases to establish fault on the part of a driver, which is one important step toward accountability and recovery of damages.


8am-outside air temperature – 80 degrees, warming to 87 degrees by 10am. 84-degree water temperature with a 10-mph east breeze, 2-3- foot seas, a mild north current and visibility of 40-plus feet on the reef.
Crew-Kelly Johnson, Charley Schram, Ken Udell and myself.
Today was an exciting day for the Chiefy Crew as we were participating in the 1st Annual Pompano Lionfish Derby organized to benefit Shipwreck Park. Pompano Beach has a rich history of sinking wrecks to provide artificial reefs, and the event was to raise money for the sinking of another wreck. As participants, we would donate our lionfish and a variety of area restaurants would cook them this evening at the historic Sample-McDougal House in Pompano.
Chiefy Team One consisted of Kelly and myself and we jumped into an area I had scouted last week. This was on the top of the third reef in an area north of the Deerfield Beach International Fishing pier. It has a lot of caves and crevices, and we found a very large lionfish, however, after sticking it with the pole spear, it ripped off and found its way to the very back of the cave. Sorry to say, it would have been a qualifying fish for the biggest.
We were able to harvest a few more and place them in our ZooKeeper ® which was provided to me by owner and founder Allie ElHage. These are perfect for collecting lionfish as they have a puncture-proof rigid tube with a one-way entrance. The idea is after you successfully hit the lionfish with your tri-tip pole spear you simply place it in the ZooKeeper ® without having to touch the lionfish.
Chiefy Team Two consisted of Ken and Charley, with Charley having the most experience of harvesting lionfish. They were in 90-100 feet of water along an edge of the reef and found some lionfish including a big one. As it turned out, it measured 16.92 inches, and was the largest lionfish collected by a private boat.
After checking in our lionfish, we attended the lionfish tasting event where the Chiefy Two Team collected their $300 prize. This was a great event highlighting the removal of 256 lionfish by 57 divers and 9 restaurants participating in the cooking portion. There is no doubt the Chiefy Crew will be back next year for the 2nd Annual Pompano Lionfish Derby to defend their title of capturing the Largest Lionfish.


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Review: 'Call of Duty: Modern Warfare' succeeds by going back to basics
The series relied on its multiplayer for success, but thematically, it needed the focus that accompanies a single-player experience. With such a scattershot approach, Infinity Ward went back to the basics and looked to its landmark entry to bring the series back on track.
With "Call of Duty: Modern Warfare," the series returns to what makes it great. The team leverages the nostalgia from fan-favorite characters such as Capt. John Price and throws it into a world that's evolved since 2007, the year that the original title launched.
The reboot, in effect, re-establishes modernity to "Modern Warfare" by emphasizing urban warfare, chaotic terrorist assaults and covert operations. The narrative focuses on three playable characters: Alex, a CIA agent; Farah Karim, a Urzik freedom fighter; and Kyle "Gaz" Garrick of the Special Air Service.
The three come together as they search for a Russian chemical gas that has gotten into the wrong hands. The investigation will take players to different locales across Europe and Asia. It puts players in the role of Gaz, who has to storm a terrorist safe house and clear the place floor by floor. That's a tense experience in close quarters when a wrong move could be mean death.
Elsewhere, stealth becomes vital as Alex infiltrates a Russian stronghold in order to cause a pivotal diversion. Players will need silenced weapons and disguises to get through guarded areas. Farah has the most unconventional missions as they explore her dark childhood amid war.
Although "Modern Warfare" emphasizes urban warfare, the game still has trademark action-movie elements. A sniper level will teach players how to use scopes and account for wind while taking a shot. In another stage, players will use a laser pointer to mark enemies for drone missiles. The diversity of missions keeps the gameplay fresh while Infinity Ward writes a tight, effective narrative.
Holding the story together is "Modern Warfare's" commitment to realism. The campaign relays the chaos and hazards of war as players fight terrorists in crowded cities. Players have to check their fire to avoid hitting civilians fleeing danger. Other times, the tumult of the battlefield makes it difficult to distinguish friend and foe, leading to Game Over screens as players accidentally kill innocents or allies.
If one is looking for a TV counterpart for "Modern Warfare," fans can find it in "Tom Clancy's Jack Ryan." Both paint a world of murky intentions and dangers that reflect what's going on in the real world. All of this hints that a likely sequel will deliver more fan favorites, since this reboot successfully establishes the foundation for that.
As for multiplayer, the current "Modern Warfare" benefits from years of development on that side of the franchise. Players can choose between competitive and cooperative modes. After that, they'll encounter several rule sets, customization opportunities and a solid progression system. Infinity Ward doesn't rock the boat and maintains the frantic, quick-twitch combat that the series is known for.
"Modern Warfare" multiplayer is still a blast to play as long as players improve their skills and post respectable scores and stats. As always, the competitive mode forces players to sink or swim. Players will have to learn the fairly polished map design that's aimed at creating a flow. They'll have to figure out sniper points and potential ambushes around corners. At times, some contests can feel too hectic as players respawn and enter roiling gunfights. If players are looking for another style of multiplayer, they can check out the new mode, Gunfight that pits teams of two against each other. It's a mode that requires teamwork and planning but also ratchets up the tension as every move matters.
Meanwhile, the cooperative mode is beefier this time around by extending the narrative from the single-player campaign. Instead of battling zombies, players focus on defeating the successor of the Al-Qatala terrorist group. This takes them through several difficult battles, where teamwork and the right loadout can mean the difference between failure and success.
It's a more cohesive way to add co-op to "Modern Warfare" without dressing it up as zombies. Instead of fighting the simplistic undead, players have to battle hordes of terrorists armed to the teeth. It's difficult at times and will test players' mettle. It's also a viable mode for those who still want to play online, but don't want to deal with the sometimes toxic nature of competitive play. Best of all, the levels and progress players make through all online sections are shared across both modes.
"Modern Warfare" feels like a polished game from yesteryear. A renewed focus on what made the franchise explosively popular is a smart move for Infinity Ward and the other teams involved in the series' future, but at the same time, they could have done more to experiment with the series on the multiplayer side. Gunfight is nice, but it would have been good to see the series continue more of the changes such as the battle royale mode in the previous entry.
"Call of Duty: Modern Warfare'
3 stars out of 4
Platform: PlayStation 4, Xbox One, PC
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Patpong Night Bazaar is one of the most popular tourist orientated markets in Bangkok. It's in the middle of the Silom nightlife district running down the middle of the notorious Patpong road. It's always busy and crawling with tourists but it's lively atmosphere and the cast of characters make it a must-see experience.
The market occupies the middle of the soi with 4 rows of stalls running its whole length. At the sides are Go-Go bars, live music lounges, dodgy upstairs clubs offering ping-pong shows and the odd shop house selling tourist goods. The shopping is a mixture of copy or fake products such as Rolex watches, Lacoste T-shirts, DVD's of the latest Hollywood movies and Louis Vuitton handbags along with general tourist souvenir stuff such as Thai boxing shorts, chopsticks, silk scarves etc. Prices are higher than other markets, often by 2 or 3 times. Nothing has a price tag so you need to bargain.
There are no food stalls in the market but there are plenty of places to eat nearby on Silom & Surawong roads. There are also a few lounge type bars on the edge of the market that have live music, dancing, sport on TV and a lively atmosphere. If you need a haircut keep an eye out for the pop-up barber who can usually be found a bit further down the road near Silom Soi 8.
Patpong is a completely safe area to visit, though you need to watch out for pickpockets. Some of the touts advertising ping-pong shows can be annoying but you just ignore them.
Location: Patpong Soi 1, Silom.