WELLINGTON - New Zealand are looking to head to South Africa for the World Cup finals earlier than planned after they were drawn to play all three of their group matches at altitude.
Coach Ricki Herbert told reporters the All Whites would need to acclimatise as soon as possible for their Group F games against World Cup holders Italy, Paraguay and Slovakia.
The Oceania champions play Slovakia on June 15 in Rustenburg, Italy in Nelspruit on June 20 and their final group game against Paraguay in Polokwane on June 24.
All three venues are at altitude with Rustenburg 1500 metres above sea level, according to FIFA's World Cup website.
Polokwane is 1300m above sea level while Nelspruit is the lowest altitude at 600m above sea level.
"From a planning point of view we will look to move as quickly as possible now," Herbert told reporters on a conference call on Saturday, a day after the draw in Cape Town.
"Getting two European teams shapes our thinking a little bit and we may try to get some games in that part of the world prior to going, but we need to assemble now into South Africa a little bit sooner than what we thought (to acclimatise)."
Herbert said New Zealand Football (NZF) officials in South Africa for the draw would finalise training venues and accommodation on the high veldt and also arrange a series of friendlies over the next few days.
"Conversations get struck pretty quickly and it moves pretty fast," Herbert said, adding that they would ideally look at five or six matches in the lead-up to the tournament.
"I think it was just great to see New Zealand come out in the draw and get the country back on the world stage again ... (and) we go there with some confidence.
"If we get our planning and preparation right and the volume of games needed then I think we can go across there in a very positive way."


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WeWork boss to walk away with $1.7bn after SoftBank rescue deal
WeWork's co-founder Adam Neumann is in line for a $1.7bn (£1.3bn) payout as investors seize control of the troubled office rentals empire he co-founded and thousands of employees wait to hear if they will lose their jobs.
Neumann, 40, used to describe WeWork as "largest physical social network in the world" and a company so important it would one day solve the problem of orphaned children.
Now his business – once the US's most valuable private company – is in crisis. And the only winner appears to be Neumann, who is reportedly stepping back from the corporate crisis he created with a lucrative deal that will hand him $1bn from the sale of his shares plus a $185m "consultancy fee" and a $500m line of credit.
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Under the terms of a rescue deal first reported by The Wall Street Journal, SoftBank, the Japanese investment firm that is WeWork's largest shareholder, will now take control of the company.
The bailout deal will once again slash the valuation of the company. Once valued at as much as $65bn, WeWork is now thought to be worth $8bn – less than the $10bn SoftBank had invested in the company before the rescue package. It is an investment that has tarnished the reputation of one of the world's biggest tech investors.
The payout to Neumann comes as WeWork weighs up sacking about 2,000 people. The redundancies are on hold while WeWork refinances but are expected soon and have triggered widespread bitterness among WeWork's 15,000 employees. Many had expected to become millionaires when the company floated but now face losing their jobs. WeWork did not immediately return calls for comment.
Adam Neumann. Photograph: Mark Lennihan/AP
Neumann, whose previous business ventures included a business selling women's shoes with collapsible high heels and baby romper suits with reinforced knees, started his office rentals company in 2008 as an "eco-friendly co-working space" in Brooklyn, New York, with co-founder Miguel McKelvey.
As a new generation of tech entrepreneurs looked for office space, the company grew rapidly, financed by SoftBank and other blue chip Wall Street investors including Goldman Sachs and JP Morgan Chase.
By the end of June this year, WeWork had grown to a business with 528 locations worldwide with 527,000 tenants – or "members" as WeWork calls them.
For Neumann, We – as the company is known – was a trailblazer for a new era.
"The 90s and early 2000s were the 'I' decade," Neumann told The Daily News back in 2011. "The iPhone, the iPod — everything was about me. Look where that got us? In a terrible recession. The next decade is the 'We' decade, where collaboration is the future of innovation."
The firm takes long-term leases on office buildings, then adds the WeWork aesthetic, such as beer taps on each floor, skateboard ramps, communal areas, a jungle of potted plants and a party atmosphere. It then rents the spaces out on a short-term basis. The company is the largest private sector tenant in both London and New York, and rents space to businesses varying from single freelancers to corporations such as HSBC.
Softbank's roadmap to WeWork's flotation may prove quite tricky
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The last time SoftBank injected money into the business, it was valued at $47bn, despite vast losses that have totalled $3bn in the last three years. Earlier this year some bankers predicted WeWork could be worth as much as $65bn, which would have valued Neumann's stakeat $14bn.
However, after the publication of the share sale prospectus already sceptical investors began to question We's business model, its huge losses and Neumann's sometimes eccentric behaviour.
Apart from his belief that WeWork could "solve the problem of children without parents", Neumann has mused that he could one day become immortal, expand his business into communal living spaces and schools, and become the world's first trillionaire.
Neumann is married to Rebekah Paltrow Neumann, a former actor and cousin of Gwyneth Paltrow. Paltrow Neumann acted as her husband's "strategic thought partner" and was instrumental in launching an ill-fated primary school, WeGrow, that offered daily Beatles sing-a-longs, meditation sessions and billed itself as a "conscious entrepreneurial school". The Manhattan school, part of a planned chain and which charged up to $42,000 a year, will close this year.
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Investors were scared off by losses of close to $700m in the first half of 2019, $1.6bn in 2018, almost $900m in 2017, and more than $400m in 2016. Neumann also intended to retain special voting shares which would have kept control of the company even after the share sale, and allowed him to dismiss dissident directors. Investors were also unimpressed by news that Neumann had cashed out $700m of his shares ahead of the sale.
The backlash led to the IPO's cancellation and he stepped down as chief executive last month when it became clear the firm could run out of cash in November.
Under the terms of the rescue deal, Marcelo Claure, SoftBank's chief operating officer, would become chairman. The Japanese conglomerate would end up owning 60% to 80% of WeWork under the proposal, which includes $5bn of new debt, as well as injecting $1.5bn in equity and an offer to buy up to $3bn of existing shares.
There is a rival funding package also on the table, from JP Morgan Chase, worth $5bn. That deal includes $2bn of unsecured debt. The board will decide on Tuesday which one to accept.
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card for a sample so here's what I came up with. My card base is 7 1/2 by 10 1/2. The 10 1/2 inch side was scored at 3 1/2 and 7 to get my three panels. I cut the top two inches off of the third panel (5 inches high) and rounded the top corner then folded it in to create the money pocket. To secure the pocket I used some sticky strip along the bottom of the flap.
Here's a view of the front of the card and the matching envelope.
I didn't have any envelopes to fit the card so I had to create my own. I'll try to include the directions for the envelope in my next post.
For the card front I used the retired SU Ruff Day set and greeting from Papertrey Ink. They're both stamped with Brown Stazon and the puppy is colored with an aqua painter and Distress ink re-inkers. The designer paper is from Chatterbox and the red is from Bazzill. I tied a piece of ribbon around the image panel and mounted it with pop dots to finish the card.
Here's another money card using the same layout, more Chatterbox papers and the TAC Monkey Business set.
Thanks so much for stopping by. Please check back if you're interested in the details for the envelopes.
My on-hand supply of masculine cards is very small so I pulled out this unmounted elk image and made up a couple of cards.
For this first card, I stamped the image with palette hybrid black and colored it with my copics. The sentiment is from Paper Trey Ink and stamped in Timber Brown Staz-on. The patterned paper is from My Mind's Eye and the card base is SU Kraft. I added a row of paper piercing across the top instead of using ribbon.
For the second card I stamped the same image with Brown Staz-on and colored it with my prismacolor pencils and OMS. I used the same greeting from Paper Trey Ink and punched it out with the small oval punch from SU. The patterned paper and red solid are a piece of unmarked double sided paper I found in my craft room. I think it might be from CosmoCricket. The mat on the image is SU Chocolate Chip and the card base is SU Kraft. Instead of using ribbon on this card I added some thin twine.
I don't know where the elk image is from. I've had it for a couple of years and I know it was part of a grab bag but I don't remember where I bought it.
dinner, consider bringing a hand decorated towel as a hostess gift.
I altered a flour sack towel by sewing a strip of ribbon along the bottom of the towel and then stamping just above the ribbon. For the stamping I arranged the silverware and words from the Bon Appetit set by Clear and Simple Stamps on my acrylic block and then stamped them repeatedly along the bottom of the towel using VersaCraft ink and heat set them with my iron.
I picked up the little tin for $1 at Michael's and thought it would work well to hold the towel so I stamped the Let's Eat sentiment and put that on the front of the tin then added a bow and small little matching gift card to the top. I plan to roll the towel up to fit in the tin.
This will be great to have on hand the next time I need a little hostess gift. Thank you so much for stopping by. I hope you're all having a wonderful day!
I love this set from Gina K Designs but really haven't taken the time to use it so I pulled it out this morning before work and put this card together.
I used SU certainly celery for the base with a mat of wild wasabi and groovy guava. I stamped the words on the whisper white piece with palette hybrid noir and then I stamped the little man on another piece of whisper white and cut him out leaving the hat extending past the circle and matted him on wild wasabi. I colored him with prismacolor pencils and OMS and mounted him to the card with popdots. Side Note: I just noticed that I forgot to color the gift he's holding so I'll have to finish it before I use it. Oops! Is that a sign of age? Forgetful?!
I hope you're all having a wonderful week. I can't believe it's Wednesday already. Thanks for stopping by!
Here's my first card using SU's Fresh Cuts set. I decided to emboss the image with white on Kraft cardstock and add a little bit of color using my Prisma color pencils. I added a couple of mats (olive and white) and attached it to a Kraft cardbase. The happy anniversary on the bottom of the card is also embossed with white. For the finishing touch I added some olive green ribbon and a charm.
I think I'm going to get a lot of use out of this set. Thanks for stopping by!
Have you seen the Bon Appetit set from Clear and Simple stamps? It's great for party invitations. I made up this set of 3x3 invitations to use for our next party.
I arranged the spoon, knife and fork together on my acrylic block and stamped them on the corner of the envelopes with SU Certainly celery ink and again on a piece of white cardstock. I used my nestabilities with my cuttlebug for the circles. Over the silverware I stamped the words in Archival ink. The card base is white and the polka dot paper is from SU.
This picture shows the inside of the invitations.
Thanks for stopping by! I hope you're all having a wonderful day!
Just playing with some different color combinations of Distress inks to create background paper. For this one I stamped the script background with black archival ink on white cardstock and then I stamped the swirl from the SU Baroque Motifs set ink versamark and heat embossed it with clear embossing powder. Finally I laid brushed corduroy, antique linen and faded jeans distress inks on my craft sheet and ran the background piece through the inks.
The quote from the Quotopia set by Inque Boutique. I stamped it with brown chalk ink and added some antique linen distress ink around the edge of the panel. The flowers are also stamped in chalk ink then cut out and mounted with dimensionals.
Here's a side view of the flowers.
Also, if you're interested you can stop by the Artistic Outpost blog today and see my cards. What an honor to have Lisa Somerville ask if she could share my cards on the company blog. Thanks Lisa!
As always, thanks for stopping by. I hope you're having a great day!
Here are a couple more cards using the scor-pal to create my own patterned paper. See original post here for details.
For the patterned paper on both cards I used the Fontwerks Signature Flowers set again. The first card uses antique linen and worn lipstick Distress Inks. The sentiment is from Inque Boutique's Quotopia set. It is stamped in brushed corduroy Distress Ink on vanilla cardstock and the edges are sponged with antique linen. The card base is Kraft and the flower is from Prima.
The second card uses only worn lipstick Distress Ink. The quote stamp is also from the Inque Boutique Quotopia set.
Here's just a simple tri-fold card using some neglected Hero Arts stamps. For the first two panels I stamped the coneflower with colorbox white pigment ink and let it dry. Then I colored over the white with Prisma color pencils. For the third panel I stamped the flower in versamark and colored over it very lightly because I wanted to make sure the words would show up. Each panel is stitched with my Janome Sew Mini and the "thanks a lot" are heat embossed with white.
I love the new Keeper set from Artistic Outpost! It just reminds me of all those lazy days spent at the cabin. For this card I stamped the image with Vintage Photo Distress Ink then distressed the edges with my Heidi Swapp distressing tool and sponged the edges with more Vintage Photo Distress Ink. The patterned paper is from My Mind's Eye (I think) and the brown is a scrap from my LSS. I used a SU slip punch to create the scallop border and then punched each scallop with my mini circle punch. I cut the heart from felt and added some ribbon, a prima flower and a dew drop.
Thanks for stopping. I hope you're all having a Happy 4th of July!
Just a quick post to show you another card using my scor-pal to create patterned paper.
When I saw Nichole Heady's sneak peak of her new Guide Lines set I pulled out my Scor-pal and came up with my own version. I knew the Signature Flowers set from Fontwerks that I had would be perfect for this.
Using my Scor-pal and plain white cardstock I scored the cardstock every half inch in one direction, turned it 90 degrees and scored every half inch again creating a grid.
Next I stamped one of the square patterns with tattered rose Distress Ink using my scored lines as a guide.
After I stamped the entire sheet with the square I inked up one of the circle stamps using antique linen Distress Ink and stamped that in the center of each remaining square.
For my card, I sponged the edges with more antique linen Distress Ink and matted it with some pink cardstock from my LSS. The pansy stamp is from Rubbernecker Stamp Company and stamped in tattered rose Distress Ink. I added a little shabby shutters reinker to the flower stems and leaves and some tattered rose to the flowers. I also stamped a second flower and cut out just the center one and mounted it with pop-dots for some dimension.
Take a look at your stamps and see what you have that might be perfect for this technique. I know I'll be getting a lot more use out of this set now using this idea. Thanks for stopping by!


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Karabin małokalibrowy, trzy postawy, 50 m to jedna w sześciu konkurencji strzeleckich rozgrywanych podczas igrzysk olimpijskich w 1964 w Tokio. Wystartowało 53 zawodników z 33 krajów.

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A consortium comprising Skanska and the PFI Infrastructure Company (PFI Co) has achieved Financial Close on the 30-year, £172 million Midlothian Schools PPP Scheme – its second high profile education scheme to close this month, following the financial close of the first Building Schools for the Future programme in Bristol.
Under the contract, Skanska and PFI Co will design, construct, finance and operate eight new primary schools for Midlothian Council, providing completely new education facilities for the Council, covering a total built area of 20,000 square metres. The first six schools will be completed for the start of the new academic year in August 2007, with all schools being completed by October 2007.
Skanska and PFI Co are providing equity investment on a 50:50 basis. Following the completion of the construction of the new schools, Skanska will provide services and maintenance across all seven sites for a period of 30 years. The project has a capital value of £41.2 million and an annual FM value of £0.8 million. Skanska and PFI Co are each investing £1.65 million.


The change jar has been a staple for many years to teach people both young and old about the value of saving a buck. While most people don't think a penny is worth much anymore, the change jar can show you the power of saving money on a daily basis simply by dropping the change in your pocket at the end of the day into a big old glass jar. Before you know it, you can save $50, $100, or even more if you put your mind to it over the course of a few months or even the year. Look for my change jar tips coming up in a new year's article.
For those of you who like the idea of a change jar saving by making small deposits every day, there are now a few electronic websites to help you with a small dollar saving strategy. Try these out as well for your kids!!
Smarty Pig– Smarty Pig is a FREE online piggy bank for people saving for specific financial goals like a wedding, a vacation, or a flat-screen TV for their new movie room. Even if the goal is to just put away a few buck for a rainy day or next holiday season, Smarty Pig was designed to help people reach their goals faster and give you the most money for your money when you get to your goals (www.smartypig.com). All of your savings go into an FDIC insured bank account and you can even make some interest. What's interesting about this program is that if you redeem your SmartyPig cash for one of their retailer gift cards you can get a cash boost toward your upcoming purchase.
Tip Yourself– Tip yourself is an app that allows you to "tip yourself" a dollar amount of your choosing. You can give yourself a tip for motivation or habit building, but this app goes along with the concept of saving small amounts dollars each and every day to lead up to a large amount of money.
How does the tip yourself process work? First, you transfer money to yourself as a 'tip' into your secure Tip Jar account. In this world of social sharing much like a fit bit, the reason for your tip is shared with others so you can gain encouragement and support to save more. You are able to track how often you tip, your tip average, and begin building important money savings habits (www.tipyourself.com).
Digit– Digit is an interesting program that links to your checking account and this piece of software begins to analyze your income spending. The software then detects small opportunities where it thinks you can save money and automatically moves that money into an FDIC insured savings account for you. They use 128-bit bank level security, and they don't store your bank login.
Every 2 to 3 days, Digit transfer money from $5 to $50 from your checking account into the digit savings account. They never transfer more than you can afford, so you don't have to worry about over-drafting your account. In fact, they have a no-overdraft guarantee. Whenever you need your money, you can send Digit a text message and they will transfer the money back into your checking account. Digit allows unlimited transfers, with no minimums, and no fees.
Who wants to start saving in 2016???
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New Twitter Products Turn Customer Tweets into Advertisements
by Cynthia Boris Updates
Studies have shown that a kind word about a brand from your friend is much more likely to turn you into a new customer than a paid advertisement. It's a question of trust. Our friends wouldn't recommend a product or business if they didn't truly like it. The trick for brands is finding a way to leverage impromptu recommendations and push them out to a wider audience.
Twitter has a couple of ideas on this that could end up as either an advertising goldmine or the latest #PRFail.
Earlier this month, Twitter launched a beta test of their new Conversational Ads. These ads combine an interactive poll with a Twitter recommendation. Each ad contains a question and two hashtag call-to-action buttons. When a Twitter user taps one of the buttons, the Tweet composer opens with a pre-filled brand message including an image and the two original hashtag options. If the user chooses to publish the post, it appears on their timeline. Instant friend-to-friend recommendation. As an added bonus, the advertiser is only charged for the first viewing; the shared media is a free bonus.
At the end of the process, the original clicker also gets a thank you note from the brand. Which is the least the brand can do in return for free advertising.
Certainly, there's a percentage of Twitter users who will delete the pop-up post but a large number of users will click to share because it's easier. Technically, that intentional click equals explicit permission but we're still walking on shaky ground.
Remember those FTC rules that say all online ads have to have a clear and conspicuous disclosure?
Use disclosures in each ad.
If a disclosure is required in a space-constrained ad, such as a tweet, the disclosure should be in each and every ad that would require a disclosure if that ad were viewed in isolation. Do not assume that consumers will see and associate multiple space-constrained advertisements.
Short-form disclosures might or might not adequately inform consumers of the essence of a required disclosure.
For example, "Ad:" at the beginning of a tweet or similar short-form message should inform consumers that the message is an advertisement, and the word "Sponsored" likely informs consumers that the message was sponsored by an advertiser. Other abbreviations or icons may or may not be adequate, depending on whether they are presented clearly and conspicuously, and whether consumers understand their meaning so they are not misled. Misleading a significant minority of reasonable consumers is a violation of the FTC Act.
Looking at the graphics provided by Twitter, the original call-to-action ads have the word "promoted" at the bottom. But the shared Tweet does not. I suppose the shared Tweet isn't the same as a sponsored ad but it's still a Tweet generated by the brand. Do the FTC guidelines apply or not?
How about in this case. .
Twitter gave advertisers an early look at related product they're calling the "brand enthusiast gallery." The Twitter bots will scour the Twitterverse to find and catalog positive brand mentions from average people like you and me. The bot will then direct message said persons and ask their permission to reuse the Tweet on the brand's account. If they say yes, the Tweet goes into the gallery and the brand can then reTweet any or all of the Tweets through their own feed.
There's nothing to stop a brand from doing this right now, so the concept itself isn't revolutionary. Twitter is simply making it easier by putting the Tweets in one place. Also, since Twitter is asking permission, not forgiveness, that should keep consumers from complaining about any co-opting of their words.
Will the shared testimonials come with an ad disclosure? Probably not, because technically, these Tweets are unsolicited positive comments. The Tweeter doesn't expect and isn't going to get any compensation for being a nice person.
Disclosures and permissions aside, both of these advertising products come perilously close to invading customer privacy. We could say that when people post to a public forum, they can't expect their words to be kept private but they often do. I'm in the business and I'm still surprised when a brand replies to an off-handed Tweet I never thought anyone but my followers would see. It's like griping about a bad flight and getting an apology Tweet from every major airline.
Both of these ad products have the potential to be good money-makers for Twitter and easy reputation boosts for brands. That is, if the majority of Twitter users play along and don't object to their words being used as free advertising.
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It was a typical Friday morning on the Green train. Except it wasn't for me, I wasn't going to work I was headed to Dutchess County for the weekend. That means I had already been up for hours getting ready. Besides showering I had to clean my apartment before I left. I couldn't leave my apartment for an extended time with it looking the way it normally does since I might be murdered and the police would come to paw through my stuff and think, "what a slob".
There I was on the train headed to GCT, yes a rush hour train with a suitcase. I stayed on the 6 because I didn't want to lug my suitcase from one train to another. The man gets on with in his dress shirt & pants, tie clutching a briefcase and smartphone. As more people got on the train he moved to right in front me, I could see he was playing Monopoly on his phone. He was standing, swaying with the movement of the train, hanging on to the handhold next to me with on hand, in his other hand his briefcase and smartphone touching the screen with his thumb to make his moves. At one point he went to jail. Then the green train got to his stop and he got off.


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interCaribbean accelerates introduction of Sint Maarten Services
TORTOLA, British Virgin Islands, Feb. 5, 2018 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ – interCaribbean Airways celebrating its 26th year of continuous services, is accelerating its start date of services from Sint Maarten to Tortola with onward connections to Santo Domingo, San Juan and Antigua.
The original start of service to and from Sint Maarten of March 22, is moved forward in response to the challenges of travel to and from Santo Domingo following recent air service interruptions.
The new services will begin immediately from February 9, 2018. Travelers in Santo Domingo and Sint Maarten can make immediate connections via the Tortola hub with a very short layover en-route.
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interCaribbean has been serving the Dominican Republic for over 15 years, with over a current schedule of 19 weekly flights.
"interCaribbean is pleased to be able to quickly update our Sint Maarten start date to ensure the communities in Sint Maarten and in Santo Domingo have available air service options," said Mr. Trevor Sadler, CEO for interCaribbean.
Founded as InterIsland Airways in 1991 by Turks Islander, Mr. Lyndon R. Gardiner, Chairman of interCaribbean, the company has embarked on adding international destinations and soon the introduction of jet service. interCaribbean serves twenty-two cities. For more Information and reservations visit www.intercaribbean.com.
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Blackmail and Extortion
Four people, including residents of H.B. and Newport, plead not guilty in Irvine woman's kidnapping
By Julia Sclafani
From left, Ezra Schley, 71, and Yang "Rose" Wang, 37, both of Huntington Beach, Reha Soylular, 54, of Newport Beach and George Armando Medrano, 34, of Norco are charged in connection with an Irvine woman's abduction Aug 28. (Courtesy of Orange County district attorney's office)
Two Huntington Beach residents and a Newport Beach man were among four defendants who pleaded not guilty Wednesday to charges connected to an Irvine woman's abduction that prosecutors said had the goal of extorting a "large sum" of money from her family.
Ezra Schley, 71, and Yang "Rose" Wang, 37, both of Huntington Beach, Reha Soylular, 54, of Newport Beach and George Armando Medrano, 34, of Norco are each charged with one felony count of aggravated kidnapping for ransom and extortion, one felony count of residential burglary and one felony count of attempted extortion, according to the criminal complaint.
Medrano also was charged with one felony count of being a felon in possession of ammunition and one misdemeanor count of possession of marijuana for sale.
Schley also was charged with one misdemeanor count of carrying a loaded firearm in public.
The four are accused of kidnapping a woman from her Irvine apartment on Aug. 28 with intent to extort money from her husband and mother-in-law, prosecutors said.
Authorities allege the defendants sent pictures of the captive woman to her husband.
Irvine police rescued the woman after her mother-in-law requested a welfare check, authorities said. It's unclear where she was rescued from.
The woman knew at least one of the defendants, prosecutors said.
Schley, Wang and Soylular were arrested Friday, Medrano on Saturday, according to Orange County Jail records.
All four were booked into jail with bail set at $1 million. Each is scheduled to be in court Sept. 12, court records show.
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Julia Sclafani covers cops and courts for the Daily Pilot. A native of Orange County, she joined the Pilot in September 2018 after earning a master's degree from the City University of New York's Graduate School of Journalism.


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Q: Yii very weird save() behaviour I have encountered something very, very weird. Working in VirtualBox, Ubuntu, Apache2, PHP, MySQL I got some very strange behaviour from one particular model.
I wanted to add ability to enter multiple language versions of the same string, say product name. I used jQuery to make nice tabs with languages and created temporary array to store all that information, used CActiveForm widget to collect and present data.
<?php foreach($languages as $language): ?>
  <div id="tab_<?=$language->code?>">

      <?php echo $form->labelEx($model,'name'); ?>
      <?php echo $form->textField($model,"translations[$language->code][name]",array('size'=>60,'maxlength'=>128)); ?>
      <?php echo $form->error($model,"translations[$language->code][name]"); ?>

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So this is how I collect data into a $translations array. This is my $translations array:
$translations = array(
  'name' => 'NewName',
  'sub_name' => 'Subname'
);

Then I obviously assign it to a proper model in Controler action:
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foreach ($translations as $key => $value){
  $x = new Translations();
  $x->language = $key;
  $x->id = $product->id;
  $x->name = $value['name'];
  $x->sub_name = $value['sub_name']
  $x->save();
}
[...]

Now there are also other fields that are only one per product:
[...]

  <?php echo $form->labelEx($model,'something'); ?>
  <?php echo $form->textField($model,'something',array('size'=>60,'maxlength'=>128)); ?>
  <?php echo $form->error($model,"something"); ?>

And those are stored simply by
$product->save();

Everything is in a neat transaction.
HOWEVER....
What I get in result is like this (join on translations and product table):
id       name        subname        something
1        NewN
2        NewName     S
3        NewName     Subname        Som
4        NewName     Subname        Something

4 records when I only add ONE.... and more text I put in, more records are created. Split by random number of characters, sometimes as little as 4 sometimes as much as 12. This is repeatable but not always.... I am totaly dumbstruck by this behaviour.
Anyone ever saw anything like this and can shed ANY light on it?
Thanks in advance!

A: The problem could be coming in at many stages:

*

*the form

*the controller

*binding the data from the form to the model

*the model saving (ActiveRecord)

*or even the database

So 'divide and conquer' your problem.
MySQL
Turn on your 'general mysql log' to see the queries that are being sent to MySQL. If they look like the weird forms you are seeing above, then it's not the database. It's unlikely you'll have any problems at this stage, but it's good to rule it out.
ActiveRecord
Then hardcode your values into the model. In your controller, just create an instance of the model and save it. Does that replicate the problem you're having? If so, it's a problem with your implementation of ActiveRecord. Try removing the relationships and work on that.
Controller
There could be something weird in your controller. Again, hardcode the data that you want to pass to the model when you create the instance.
Binding
It could be a problem with how you are binding data from the form to the model. Manually set the values of the form, then bind that data to the model as normal.
This is where back-end testing can really help you, as you can isolate what's working from what's not. Look into tools like Behat and PHPUnit.

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'487' more than just paint
By James D'Angina, 455 Air Expeditionary Wing History / Published April 24, 2008
BAGRAM AIR FIELD, Afghanistan -- F-15E Strike Eagle #89-0487 armed for a close air support mission over Afghanistan. (U.S. Air Force photo by James D'Angina)
BAGRAM AIR FIELD, Afghanistan -- The green star on Aircraft #89-0487 represents an air-to-air victory achieved during Operation Desert Storm. 335th Expeditionary Fighter Squadron flight crews continue to add to the aircraft's historic scoreboard. (U.S. Air Force photo by James D'Angina)
BAGRAM AIR FIELD, Afghanistan -- Airmen from the 335th Expeditionary Fighter Squadron here are making history daily, as the "Chiefs" from Seymour Johnson Air Force Base, N.C., take the fight to the Anti-Afghanistan Forces in combat operations throughout Afghanistan.
But one of the squadron's aircraft, F-15E Strike Eagle #89-0487, or "487" for short, carries with it a unique distinction in air combat history - it is the only F-15E in the Air Force inventory to be credited with an air-to-air kill.
The historic aircraft deployed in 1991 for Operation Desert Shield/Storm, and has seen multiple deployments in Afghanistan and Iraq supporting Operations Enduring and Iraqi Freedom.
The aircraft, delivered to the 4th Fighter Wing at Seymour Johnson in 1989, was assigned to the 335th Fighter Squadron, a unit with a long and decorated history -- over 370 air-to-air kills to its credit.
One of the most unique air-to-air kills credited to the squadron took place Feb. 14, 1991 during Operation Desert Storm. Capts. Richard T. Bennett, pilot, and. Daniel B. Bakke, weapon systems operator, scored the first and only air-to-air kill for an F-15E Strike Eagle.
A Special Forces team made an urgent call to an E-3 Sentry requesting assistance with three Iraqi Mi-24 Hind helicopter gunships in the area. The AWACS contacted Captains Bennett and Bakke who were already airborne leading a flight of F-15Es during a Scud combat air patrol mission.
Captain Bennett brought "487" up to full military power--top speed without the use of afterburners. After breaking through the weather, the crew had to deal with Iraqi anti-aircraft artillery batteries. The crew picked up the three Mi-24 Hind helicopters on their target pod and observed that the Hinds were offloading troops at different points in an attempt to surround the Special Forces team.
The Strike Eagle crew decided to take out the lead helicopter with a GBU-10 while the helicopter was on the ground. If the Hind should take back off, the bomb would at least affect the troops in the immediate area. The crew pickled off the GBU-10 just as the helicopter picked up into a hover. The weapon systems officer kept lasing the target even though their radar showed the helicopter at 100 knots and gaining altitude.
Captain Bennett felt they had missed the target and began to ready an AIM-9 Sidewinder for a second shot. The crew then observed a flash of light; the explosion nearly vaporized the Iraqi helicopter gunship.
The Special Forces team estimated that the helicopter was at least 245 meters off the ground when it disintegrated in mid air. The other Mi-24 gunships bugged out, giving the Special Forces team a chance to move back to a secure location to be extracted.
Today, "487"is still assigned to the same squadron it made history with in 1991. It's the Chiefs' flagship and still has a small green star adorned on the aircraft's port side representing that moment in the squadron's history. Alongside the prominent green star are current mission markings symbolizing strafing and air strikes flown against Anti-Afghanistan Forces.
Pilots and weapon system officers from the Chiefs are continuing to make history with the squadron's F-15E Strike Eagles, to include "487," fighting terror and building peace throughout Afghanistan.


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package com.hazelcast.partition;

import com.hazelcast.core.HazelcastInstance;
import com.hazelcast.spi.Operation;
import com.hazelcast.spi.OperationService;
import com.hazelcast.spi.PartitionAwareOperation;
import com.hazelcast.spi.UrgentSystemOperation;
import com.hazelcast.test.AssertTask;
import com.hazelcast.test.HazelcastSerialClassRunner;
import com.hazelcast.test.HazelcastTestSupport;
import com.hazelcast.test.annotation.QuickTest;
import org.junit.Test;
import org.junit.experimental.categories.Category;
import org.junit.runner.RunWith;

import java.util.concurrent.CountDownLatch;

import static org.junit.Assert.assertEquals;

/**
 * This test verifies that system operations are picked up with a higher priority than regular operations.
 */
@RunWith(HazelcastSerialClassRunner.class)
@Category(QuickTest.class)
public class SystemOperationPrecedenseTest extends HazelcastTestSupport {

    @Test
    public void testPartitionAware() {
        HazelcastInstance hz = createHazelcastInstance();
        OperationService opService = getNode(hz).nodeEngine.getOperationService();

        int pendingOperations = 10000;
        final CountDownLatch latch = new CountDownLatch(1);
        int partitionid = 1;

        //we are going to fill up the partition first with tons of normal operations with take a lot of time
        for (int k = 0; k < pendingOperations; k++) {
            opService.execute(new NormalPartitionAwareOperation(partitionid));
        }

        opService.execute(new UrgentPartitionAwareOperation(latch, partitionid));

        //if the system operation would be given urgency, we should only wait for 1 operation to be processed before
        //our system operation is processed.
        assertTrueEventually(new AssertTask() {
            @Override
            public void run() {
                assertEquals(0, latch.getCount());
            }
        });
    }

    @Test
    public void testPartitionUnaware() {
        HazelcastInstance hz = createHazelcastInstance();
        OperationService opService = getNode(hz).nodeEngine.getOperationService();

        int pendingOperations = 10000;
        final CountDownLatch latch = new CountDownLatch(1);

        //we are going to fill up the partition first with tons of normal operations with take a lot of time
        for (int k = 0; k < pendingOperations; k++) {
            opService.execute(new NormalPartitionUnawareOperation());
        }

        //then we place the system operation
        opService.execute(new UrgentPartitionUnawareOperation(latch));

        //if the system operation would be given urgency, we should only wait for 1 operation to be processed before
        //our system operation is processed.
        assertTrueEventually(new AssertTask() {
            @Override
            public void run() {
                assertEquals(0, latch.getCount());
            }
        });
    }

    public static class UrgentPartitionAwareOperation extends Operation
            implements UrgentSystemOperation, PartitionAwareOperation {

        private final CountDownLatch latch;

        UrgentPartitionAwareOperation(CountDownLatch completedLatch, int partitionId) {
            this.latch = completedLatch;
            setPartitionId(partitionId);
        }

        @Override
        public void run() throws Exception {
            latch.countDown();
        }
    }

    public static class NormalPartitionAwareOperation extends Operation implements PartitionAwareOperation {

        NormalPartitionAwareOperation(int partitionId) {
            setPartitionId(partitionId);
        }

        @Override
        public void run() throws Exception {
            Thread.sleep(1000);
        }
    }

    public static class UrgentPartitionUnawareOperation extends Operation implements UrgentSystemOperation {

        private final CountDownLatch latch;

        UrgentPartitionUnawareOperation(CountDownLatch completedLatch) {
            this.latch = completedLatch;
        }

        @Override
        public void run() throws Exception {
            latch.countDown();
        }
    }

    public static class NormalPartitionUnawareOperation extends Operation {
        @Override
        public void run() throws Exception {
            Thread.sleep(1000);
        }
    }
}

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Manchin-Toomey represents a breakthrough or just another compromise on a road to ultimate defeat.
Hey, I've gotten a bit of flack too! Maybe we have the same friend?
Under current law, if you buy a gun at a gun show from a licensed dealer, you have to undergo a background check by that dealer. But you can go to a nondealer table at the gun show, or into the parking lot, and buy a gun without a background check. Our bill ensures that anyone buying a gun at a gun show has to undergo a background check by a licensed dealer.
As under current law, transfers between family, friends, and neighbors do not require background checks. You can give or sell a gun to your brother, your neighbor, your coworker without a background check. You can post a gun for sale on the cork bulletin board at your church or your job without a background check.
This represents progress. Instead of going out to the parking lot of a gun show, you'll have to go a bit further—or maybe agree to meet the next day somewhere else. That's an extra hurdle, and that will make it a little less convenient for felons and the mentally ill to get hold of guns. However, it only make it a little bit less convenient, and the data is decidedly mixed on just how much effect this will have in the real world.
Bottom line: I'm a little more bullish on this than I was yesterday, but only a little. This is a baby step indeed. And it's telling that despite its very modest ambitions—and despite the fact that it offers up several goodies for gun owners to make up for expanded background checks—the NRA has announced that they're officially opposed to Manchin-Toomey and that this will be a scorable bill. If you vote for it, your NRA report card will suffer. This makes it worth supporting just for the symbolic value of demonstrating the NRA's extremism, but it also makes it a lot less likely that even this baby step will ever see the light of day.


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There will also be the opportunity to hear stories from several ladies within the church who will be sharing what God means to them.
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I recently served this jam at a fancy cheese table with some lovely goat cheese. It quickly became everyone's favorite. But it also tastes great on a simple piece of toast and butter.
It is quick, easy and cheap, and a great way to use up any leftover papaya.
Put all ingredients in a saucepan and bring to the boil. Simmer for 15 minutes while stirring occasionally. Let cool and store in a preserving jar or airtight container.
If you do not want to use alcohol you can replace the Cointreau by some fresh orange juice.


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Mark Cuban seeks to create college football playoff
Posted by John Paulsen (12/16/2010 @ 11:40 am)
After two failed bids to buy a baseball team, Mavs owner Mark Cuban has now set his sights on fixing the college football postseason.
"The more I think about it, the more sense it makes as opposed to buying a baseball team," said Cuban, who tried to buy the Chicago Cubs and Texas Rangers within the last few years. "You can do something the whole country wants done."
Cuban said he envisions either a 12- or 16-team playoff field with the higher seeds getting homefield advantage. The homefield advantage, Cuban said, would ensure the college football regular-season games would not lose any importance.
The bowl games could still exist under Cuban's plan, but he said he would make it more profitable for programs to make the playoffs than a bowl.
"Put $500 million in the bank and go to all the schools and pay them money as an option," Cuban said. "Say, 'Look, I'm going to give you X amount every five years. In exchange, you say if you're picked for the playoff system, you'll go.' "
I think 12 or 16 teams is too aggressive too early. In my proposed eight-team playoff, all of the teams that would miss the playoffs (Michigan State, LSU, Arkansas) had an opportunity to seal a bid earlier in the year, but failed to do so. This ensures the regular season keeps its importance, which is something that BCS apologists bring up every time they attempt to defend their flawed system.
Other than that, I'm glad to see Cuban focusing his efforts on this, because a college football playoff seems to be going nowhere fast. Maybe throwing money at the problem will convince schools to go to the playoff instead of the BCS, but it's going to take a lot of convincing.
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Albon aiming to be "as strong as possible"
Having impressed in his opening twelve F1 races, this weekend sees Alexander Albon step up to the 'big team', Red Bull, where he replaces Pierre Gasly.
A team not known for its patience - witness Gasly's dumping during the summer break - Albon is aware that he must impress from the outset.
"Not many drivers get the chance to drive a car capable of winning a race so early in their F1 career," said the Thai driver as he looks forward to this weekend's Belgian Grand Prix, "so it's a great opportunity to be driving for Red Bull.
"It's a big step," he admits, "a big difference, and the factory's a lot closer to my house which is handy!
"We know what the car is capable of and we've seen what Max has been able to do this year. I want to see what it's like compared to what I'm used to, but at the same time, I know this weekend is my first time in the car, I'm still learning and improving as a driver and there's definitely more to come.
"I know one of the main differences will be the noise and attention that comes with the move but I'm keeping my feet on the ground," he said. "I'm just focusing on the job I have to do for Spa, I'll be doing a lot of listening and observing.
"The track is cool and I think it's one that everyone loves. It's definitely a drivers track, it's quick and there aren't many run-off areas. It kind of goes back to that old school driving feeling where you really feel like you're on the limit and you know if you make a mistake, you're in the wall. That's something that drivers crave.
"Spa hasn't necessarily been that successful of a track for me, but we got podiums there in Formula 2 last year so it's still been good.
Also, you never know what's going to happen there with the weather.
"We've got as much simulator prep done as we can, so now it's about going through procedural things with the team and getting to know everyone.
"It should be good! This is a big step, but I feel I've been through these big jumps before and taken the opportunities - I'm not worried about that. I'm focused and ready to be as strong as possible for the second half of the year."
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This post will show you how to add multiple custom fields to Horde 5's Address Book Application. Annoyingly the system only has an email field by default but there are several ways to easily enable a workEmail and HomeEmail field. There are many tutorials showing you how to do this but I couldn't find an up to date tutorial on adding a custom field.
Any horde configuration file should not be edited! You should create a .local.php file instead and begin the file with <?php and then add any edits in there.
These map the field names defined in the attributes file to the MySQL column names in the table.
I also added the fields to the communications section so they actually display in the web interface.
The extra fields still do not display in the web interface as of yet. We still need to add the custom fields to the attributes file and then add the extra entries to the MySQL database.
The following will add an extra email column called object_other1email. Make sure the names match the names given in the backends.local.php file.
The table should look like this now (I removed most of the columns to shorten the post).
But I think it is even better to map any created field name dynamically.
E.g. on your iphone, you create a custom field of type phone.
Then Turba should at least create a field for it with a name like "Other Phone", "Other Phone 2" and so on.
Static field names are not practicable I think.
The best would be to create the custom field in Turba when synced from mobile.
Thanks for the tip! I did not know you could map fields dynamically.
I will look into this as it does sound like a better method.
Thanks for this, looks like exactly what I need to sync my Outlook contacts to a CARDdav server on cpanel. But I'm a bit lost as to how you go about modifying these files via cpanel – can it be done? Have browsed using the file manager but can't find the /var directory so not feeling hopeful….


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With more than 250 responses to our call for your favorite beaches, it's obvious that you love the feel of sand between your toes, sunlight on your face, and the sound of waves crashing. Not to mention that you have different ideas for what makes an ideal beach.
We've received nominations for beaches from all over the world, with quite a few in the U.S., especially in Florida and Hawaii. However, there's enough variety to keep the list interesting. So, without further ado, here are your favorite beaches in order from those that recieved the most comments to the least.
Siesta Key, Florida
Located just a hop, skip, and a jump from Sarasota, Florida, Siesta Key is at the top of many reader's lists. In fact, several people commented that this is by far the best beach they have ever stepped foot on. The reasons are plain to see when you consider the powder-like sand stretches that go on for miles and the potential for a wide variety of wildlife sightings.
Reader tmcree said, "I love Siesta Key, Florida. It has white, wide beaches with powder soft sand. I have never seen a better place to watch the sunset! You can walk the crescent shaped beach for miles without encountering any obstacles other than the other people who are doing the same. There are also some secluded spots on the island if you want a little more privacy. Great accommodations are steps from the beach, and many choices for good food."
Reader anitae added, "No question in our minds. The beach at Siesta Key, Florida, just outside of Sarasota, has the best sand and is a pleasant place in general despite the fact that it can get crowded and parking can be a problem. But what good beach doesn't have those problems!"
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Destin, Florida
Located along Florida's Emerald Coast, Destin offers sand as soft as sugar, and the crystal clear waters and natural surroundings are just as sweet. The city is a top spot among families, couples, beach-lovers, and those who come for water sports like fishing, snorkeling, dolphin cruising, and scuba diving. Our readers seem smitten with this beach and had a lot to say about why it is the best.
Reader acreighton said, "Destin, Florida has the finest, whitest sand and is a perfect spot for couples or families. There are many reasonable rental properties—condos, homes, time-shares, hotels and motels. Great secret along the Gulf Coast, between Pensacola and Panama City. Great golf courses, great fishing! Has all the amenities of larger resorts but less crowds. Beautiful place for weddings on the beach."
Another fan of the soft sand, reader QB01Mom added, "Our favorite beach is a family beach: Destin, Florida. The soft, white sand, emerald waters, and family-friendly atmosphere entice us to return every year for a 20-hour car ride to enjoy spring break. The locals have been very nice and seem to love sharing their fantastic waters with the rest of the world. We have watched dolphins swim next to us as well as played volleyball in the sand. We look forward to the middle of March every year!"
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Horseshoe Bay, Bermuda
Horseshoe Bay is shaped just as the name suggests, and some readers believe it is unmatched in its natural beauty and facilities. With concession stands renting everything from snorkeling equipment to beach chairs—while selling sunscreen, snacks, and towels—visitors want for very little while visiting.
Reader Melody Parris said, "The beach I enjoy the most is Horseshoe Beach in Southampton Parish of Bermuda. Its pink pristine sand is absolutely beautiful. The waters are sparkling blue inviting you to dive in. Very often there are various beach sports going on—volleyball, sports team training, etc. There is also an annual sand sculpture competition which lends to creativity and a kite flying competition on Good Friday. You will find people swimming all year round. The beach is also periodically used for special events such as parties and shows."
Reader Kell52 added, "We love Horseshoe Bay in Bermuda—we arrive in Bermuda, get out mopeds, and [head] off to the beach. Even when the cruise ships are in you can walk down the beach and usually find a quiet place. Up over a little incline there is a secluded place that is great for families with little ones—just small little waves perfect for children. There are showers and changing rooms, a place to rent chairs, water equipment, and a pretty decent snack shack. It is not unusual for us to spend eight to nine hours on this beach—it is just beautiful!"
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Kailua, Oahu, Hawaii
When reader coligny insisted, "Kailua Beach on Oahu in Hawaii has to be included in this list," we listened. Less than 15 miles northeast of Honolulu, Kailua offers a nice reprieve from the hustle-and-bustle of the popular city.
Reader manasi likes its location, and said, "Just a short ride away from the more popular, more crowded Waikiki beach. Almost empty of tourists and with sugary white sand, clear turquoise water, and mountains in the backdrop, it's exquisite. Best of all, there is an island not too far from shore where you can row to and watch a lot of birds and wildlife. Really makes a great break from Waikiki."
Reader Roomba1 added, "The beach at Kailua, Oahu in The Islands of Hawaii is the finest!!! The white sand feels like one is walking on fine sifted flour! The water is the purest aqua blue and clear, and there are trees and the sunsets are magnificent. One must take a trail between houses to get there, but it is totally worth it. It is the perfect place for family picnics or for romantic walks on the beach."
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Flamenco Beach, Culebra, Puerto Rico
With an endless horizon and sand as far as the eye can see, Flamenco Beach is a sun baby's delight. The beach has received accolades as one of the most beautiful beaches before from the Discovery Channel, and our readers agree.
Reader cattawissa said, "Flamenco Beach, Culebra, Puerto Rico, is the best! A huge ring of powder-white sand [surrounds] the most beautiful colors of blue--deep blue to turquoise. A nice campground and food kiosks with great Puerto Rican food make it accessible to any budget. So why is it peaceful and uncrowded? I guess I shouldn't tell anyone."
Reader justjewelz agrees that Flamenco is a hidden gem, and said, "Untouched surroundings, all natural, it is not commercialized, and it is pure beach heaven. Soft sand, clear blue water, and mountains in its natural state. Great to snorkel, float, and admire one of the world's greatest beaches.
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Baby Beach, Aruba
Located in Seroe Colorado at the southeastern tip of Aruba, Baby Beach surrounds a serene lagoon. A refreshment stand is available for those in need of a snack, but not many people stay on shore. Our readers were mesmerized by the shallow waters which eventually lead to a kaleidoscope of colorful fish in the deeper sea.
Reader leonidas said, "Baby Beach on the southern tip of Aruba is a new favorite. Frequented by locals (who must know something) it has a myriad of fish to view in warm and beautiful waters on a nice white sand beach cooled by Aruba's constant trade winds. Shallow for the most part and very calm."
Reader merrie57 added, "Baby Beach in Aruba is quiet [and] very large with white sand. It starts off ... [with] waters [so] shallow that a baby could play in. The farther you walk out or swim, the deeper it gets until you start seeing beautiful tropical fish. I referred to it as one giant bathtub."
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Hanalei Bay, Kauai, Hawaii
Shaped like a long half moon, Hanalei Bay makes some visitors believe they are in another world. Located in the shadow of Bali Hai, this beach is a favorite among our readers when it comes to a sandy escape.
Reader kauai33 said, "Hanalei Bay MUST be included on this list. Though part of me hesitates to broadcast it since more people might flock to it, and part of its charm and incredible beauty is its peaceful and uncrowded atmosphere. It is surrounded by the Bali Hai Mountains, is occupied by the famed Hanalei Pier, and is a spectacular two mile crescent of soft, white sand. I walk it often in my [mind], imagining every beautiful home surrounding this bay, seeing the surfers, and the rolling waves. I think I have even seen the word PARADISE inside the tunnels of these waves!"
Reader WalnutBaron added, "I nominate the beach at Hanalei Bay near Princeville on the island of Kaaui. It's a spectacular white sand beach stretching for more than a mile, ringing the beautiful inlet called Hanalei Bay. It's protected by a reef which makes it perfect for kids to play in the sand and water, but it's also ideal for surfers further out beyond the reef. And, to top it all off, it sits in the shadow of the mythical Bali Hai Mountain which plunges into the ocean and looks so close you can touch it. By the way, my nomination is apparently in good company: "Dr. Beach" named Hanalei Bay as America's Best Beach of all in May 2009."
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Waikiki, Oahu, Hawaii
With a backdrop of world-class restaurants, hotels, and shopping, Waikiki is a popular place to have fun in the sun, while enjoying the modern perks of a big city. Several readers think its close proximity to the hustle and bustle is what sets this beach apart.
Reader RobZonie said, "Best beach? Waikiki. Particularly the stretch of sand fronting the Royal Hawaiian—the Pink Palace of the Pacific. This is the quintessential Hawaiian beach. Near the top of the crescent running from Fort de Russy to Diamond Head, the water here is relatively calm, perfect for swimming. Further out you'll find respectable waves for the tourist surfer—nothing like North Shore, but that's not always a bad thing. Waikiki is a place to see and be seen, so don't be surprised if a celebrity makes a cameo as an extra in your vacation photos. And it is a world famous attraction; you're just as likely to spread a towel next to someone from Japan, France, or Rhode Island, as you are a local ... maybe more so. Sun, sand, scenery, and citizenry from around the world—perfect!"
Reader bdarrah added, "This is a beautiful beach with the backdrop of Diamond Head. Hawaiians have avoided construction or signs blocking the view of this volcano. The view of Waikiki from the top of Diamond Head is breathtaking. Waikiki is a melting pot of locals and visitors from all over the world. Having a Mai Tai at the Banyan Court of the Moana Hotel makes a special evening listening to Hawaiian music and the sound of the surf. Keep Smiling and Aloha."
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Seven Mile Beach, Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands
With crystal-clear waters and an array of water sports, such as parasailing, Seven Mile Beach—which isn't exactly seven miles, shhhh—attracts people from all over the world, including quite a few of our readers. The beach's location (close to many hotels, restaurants, and shops) makes it a convenient choice for those who appreciate amenities.
Reader jonellcarey is an obvious fan, and said, "Seven Mile Beach, Grand Cayman, is as close to heaven on earth as I can imagine. The pure white sugar sand beach is stunningly beautiful. The water color and quality is perfect inside a protective reef making it a world class location for snorkeling, water play, and wildlife viewing. The uncrowded beach is situated directly facing west so as to be able to experience breathtaking sunsets made even more perfect by a traditional Cayman rum punch. Add the one you love and who could possibly ask for more..."
Reader alm751 kept it simple, "Seven Mile Beach—beautiful during the day and at sunset—never get tired of going there."
(Photo: iStockphoto/Jodi Jacobson)
Bowman's Beach, Sanibel Island, Florida
Known as one of the best places for shelling, Bowman's Beach is more than just pretty husks. Its location on Sanibel Island provides an undiscovered quality not found with some of its bigger neighbors. Our readers enjoy the natural beauty and secluded feel of the surrounding area.
Reader JKinchen said, "Bowman's beach on Sanibel Island, Florida, is our favorite. It is situated in a state park so the views are uncluttered by condos or houses on the beach. There are tremendous amounts of wildlife—we've seen dolphins, manatees, ospreys, ibises, herons, and pelicans all in the same day. The shelling is legendary—the whole beach is just pulverized shell sand along with the beautiful specimens that get washed up. The surf is easy and pleasant—great for kids and shelling. But most spectacularly, the sunsets are amazing. Most people on the island plan their day so as to be on the beach at sunset. More days than not—it is truly breathtaking."
Though she started out on the fence, reader sylvia said, "This is a tough one. There are gorgeous beaches all over the world. But my favorite beach, Bowman's Beach on Sanibel Island, is unique. I had long known of the great shelling, but did not know how fantastic a place this is for nature viewing. All kinds of birds and dolphins can be seen every day. A day at the beach is a sight delight!"
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Boracay Island, Philippines
A bit off the beaten path, Boracay Island provides undeveloped scenery in a lush natural setting. Our readers like it because it offers a serene escape from the everyday life, with plenty of entertainment options.
Reader Sheila said, "My favorite Beach is Borocay in the Philippines. The sand is soft and white and the water is clear, clean, and brilliant turquoise and azure. The children and townspeople nearby are sweet. It isn't overdeveloped yet. You can sit at a bar, chat with friends, go dancing, have a quiet intimate dinner at the place of your choice along the main strip of beach, or you can rent a motorbike or tuk-tuk and discover more secluded areas."
Reader Haydne added, "Everything about it was awesome. Getting there was an experience; plane, bus, boat, moped. Crystal clear, blue water on your doorstep. Pure silky white sand. The hotels made from bamboo. The Asian food. The cliff top bar. The tropical jungle, and even the Flintstones style bowling alley, with concrete balls, bamboo floors, and some poor fella rolling the ball back to you!"
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Bavaro Beach, Punta Cana, Dominican Republic
Located in Punta Cana, Bavaro Beach wins big with our readers for its pristine white beaches and unique surroundings. The area is also popular for resort-goers, with a slew of all-inclusive places to stay.
Reader Ranger said, "Bavaro Beach in the Dominican Republic. The beach is 23 miles long, beautiful white fine grain sand, wide beach (from high tide to tree line). Gorgeous views any time of the day. Simply love this beach!"
Reader JazzerLG added, "Miles of beautiful fine white sand beach, beautiful serene blue water, very comfortable breezes, and many, many lovely people. I have found no comparison as of yet, but I am sure there are more."
(Photo: iStockphoto/radovan kraker)
Cannon Beach, Oregon
Oregon isn't typically thought of as a beach vacation spot, but according to our readers, it's time to think again. Cannon Beach offers four miles of soft sand ideal for strolling, shelling, or sitting by a fire. Haystack Rock, the beach's famous landmark, towers in the distance and provides a unique landscape.
Reader shanna58 said, "The magic of the Oregon coast is often missed because it doesn't fit the blue water/white sand stereotype. But drive the coast and end up at Cannon Beach, [and] I think you will have a great experience!"
Reader Gayle Löve Swanson added, "The whole Oregon coast is full of beaches and all are public access. The water is COLD, though, so not much swimming. They're great for gathering driftwood and shells and sea-glass, [especially] after storms. The beaches at Seaside and Cannon Beach are long and make for great beach walks, and bonfires complete with s'mores!"
(Photo: iStockphoto/Nils Kahle)
Trunk Bay, St. John
As one of the more popular beaches on St. John, Trunk Bay is also considered one of the most beautiful. Plus, it provides modern amenities without overshadowing its natural surroundings. Our readers raved about the snorkeling and soft sand.
Reader repleo said, "My favorite is Trunk Bay, St John, Virgin Islands. It has beautiful white sand, clear aqua warm water, spectacular views across the water to BVI with [a] small rocky islet in the foreground, snorkeling trail from the beach, comprehensive facilities hidden from the beach, no buildings visible from beach, [and] natural tree shade. The sand is soft but firm enough for walking on. Beach is long enough to be able to find a secluded area even if the cruise ships are in. Heaven on earth."
Reader barnesfest added, "I love Trunk Bay in St. John. Powdery white sand, aqua blue water—and less crowded than other top beaches. Try to make it on a day when there is no cruise ship traffic in from St. Thomas."
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Outer Banks, North Carolina
With outdoor activities, historic sites, and soft sandy beaches, the Outer Banks is a popular vacation spot among families, couples, and seniors. Our readers believe its claim to fame is its staying power, and visit it time and again.
Reader Lorri Robey said, "The very best beach in the world is in the Outer Banks of North Carolina. The town specifically is Kill Devil Hills. Just hearing the name brings back the best memories. We have been vacationing here every August for more than twenty years. Family and friends relaxing and having fun on the warm sunny sand, playing beach games; staying out on the beach until sunset, laughing, talking and making more memories. Just the thought can warm up a winter's day with anticipation of the summer to come. The water is warm, the waves are big and so much fun to ride. The breeze is always blowing with kites flying, sea grass on the dunes swaying. The days are perfect for strolling the beach, or playing with friends, or doing nothing at all, just simply taking a nap with the sounds of the surf rolling as you drift off to sleep. This truly is our paradise!"
Reader kd33 added, "My favorite beach to go to is Cape Hatteras National Seashore, North Carolina. There are miles and miles of private white sandy beaches—great dolphin watching and wind sailing."
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CPA Elites - CPA Marketing Forum CPA Marketing, Help Desk And Experiences Main CPA Discussions & Elites Helpdesk GSA for YouTube ?
Is spamming backlinks with gsa still working for youtube?
Or will it ends up getting deleted or it just won't rank?
A few days ago, i spammed my video and it got ranked on 1st page, but then it got flagged and removed.
I would say, depend on your competition, you will need to decide will it pay out or not.
How did you index your backlinks?
and How many backlinks you have spammed?
I have spammed 2k to my video, nothing happens..
So spamming backlinks with gsa is still working ?
(2014-06-24, 07:05 PM)NoS3D Wrote: How did you index your backlinks?
You need the indexing service like Lindexed or indexification to indexed yourl links.
I'm using gsa indexer and ahrefs is showing me 2k backlinks.
Yes this can work, just depends on your niche.
id suggest you to try it out.
(2014-06-24, 07:39 PM)DutchPride Wrote: Yes this can work, just depends on your niche.


My name is Ruud Kuin and I live with my family in Alkmaar, Holland.
Been trying to find a small linux-distro to install on a 16Gb USB-key.
Antergos seems to be the answer, bleeding edge lightweight and FAST!
One small question, what package do I need to install for current locale/languagesupport?


text:
Bennett v Petit and others
Neutral Citation: [2013] EWHC 955 (Ch)
Court: Chancery Division
David Donaldson QC sitting as a deputy judge of the High Court
Will - Execution - Deceased executing two wills (1992 will and 2008 will) to benefit of defendants, his step-grandchildren - Deceased's natural son bringing proceedings against defendants seeking a pronouncement against 2008 will - First and second defendants accepting that 2008 will invalid but counterclaiming for pronouncement in favour of 1992 will - Whether court ought to grant pronouncement.
Will Execution. The Chancery Division pronounced in favour of a will made in 1992 which benefited the step-grandchildren of the deceased and not his son, from whom he had allegedly become estranged. In all the circumstances, it was unsurprising that the deceased had gone along with the idea that, in the event of his wife dying first, his estate should go to the step-grandchildren. That might have followed a persistent campaign of nagging or similar pressure and amounted to a resigned reaction of the deceased for the sake of a quieter life, but no case of undue influence had been advanced.


Alder Hey is a specialist Children's NHS Trust based in Liverpool and established in 1914. It is one of Europe's biggest and busiest children's hospital. They run a centre of excellence for numerous specialist services, are World Health Organisation accredited and employ over 2000 members of staff.
Alder Hey NHS Trust had an existing SharePoint installation but struggled with adoption and usage. The site structure of the trust had changed over time, and SharePoint had not been updated to reflect these changes, meaning that silos of information were out of date and inaccessible. It was critical to develop a solution that gave healthcare professionals information to help departments function correctly.
A series of workshops were organised for key members of staff at Alder Hey to discover what the current organisational structure looked like, how recent changes affected the current system, and what information was required to help them function.
A new architecture was created for document management through a new intranet, enabling staff to collaborate on work and better sharing of information.
Choosing Cloud Control, an automated resource management tool, and share AD servers, reduced the charities operating costs whilst maintaining the required high levels of data security.
The Azure platform with Cloud Control delivered 99.999% up-time with SLA.
The Microsoft cloud solution provided perfect compatibility with their existing software.


We recently received a number of emails from people who feel outraged and distressed by the fact that the Mount Eliza Ashram (formerly Shiva Yoga) is attempting to market itself to the public again (despite Shiva Yoga Inc. being officially liquidated).
Of course there is no mention of any of the recent events that happened there, no acknowledgment or apology given to the hundreds of people hurt by this organisation or its leaders – simply a continuation of the "business as usual" policy they applied throughout the whole episode.
Some of the questions people have asked are: who is running the ashram and / or giving Satsang as no names are mentioned? Has Kruckman stepped down? Is the Mount Eliza Ashram still collecting tax free "donations" and if so under what legal body as some of the programs advertised have prices attached, including a $10 entry fee to Satsang and $95 for a meditation program.
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Colour Sergeant in "The Rum Corps"
article which is also listed on World Connect Project -Michael Bock under title "Mr"
The New South Wales Corps. ( Rum Corps. ) "Renamed 1st /102nd Regiment of Foot "
The New South Wales Corps ( The Rum Corps) was formed in England in 1789 as permanent regiment to relieve the marines who had accompanied the First Fleet. The regiment, led by Major Francis Grose consisted of three companies to begin with and due to the remoteness and unpopularity of the posting they were comprised of officers on half pay, troublemakers, soldiers paroled from military prisons , soldiers enlisted from general prisons such as Savoy Prison, ex convicts in New South Wales and Marines (who wished to remain) commanded by Captain George Johnston ,Governor Phillip's aide-de-camp. The regiment began arriving as guards on the Second Fleet in 1790. Major Grose arrived in Sydney in 1792 to take command and assume role of Lieutenant-Governor of the Colony.
William James Leviston's father, William Leviston was in the 73rd and a sergeant in the 102nd Regiment. He may have arrived on 11 Febuary 1796 on the "Marquis of Cornwallis". They must have been posted elsewhere during Willams service as some children of William and Margaret Leviston were born in Lancashire, England. In 1798, William James', his mother & siblings, came to Australia aboard the 'Barwell' which came to New South Wales specifically with an entire Company of recruits for the NSW Corps (AKA '100th Regiment'). The "Barwell", under Master John Cameron having embarked 296 prisoners, sailed from Portsmouth on November 7, 1797, and although detained for a fortnight by calms and adverse winds, ran out to the Cape in 74 days. She was detained there until March 19 because her officers, fearing they would not find a profitable market at Port Jackson, desired to dispose of their European trade goods, and she did not reach Sydney until May 18, 1798, 192 days out from England and 60 from the Cape (the plot/mutiny to seize the "Barwell" and how it was subsequently hushed up, may be read at The Plot on the Barwell.
There was a serious shortage of coins throughout the British Empire in the late 1700s which led to the development of a vigorous barter system in the colony of New South Wales. Being highly sought after, storable, transportable, and easy to divide into different size portions, imported rum became the most accepted currency. In 1793 the enterprising NSW Army Corps saw the opportunity to purchase all the rum as it arrived giving them control of Australia's first currency and thus becoming known as 'The Rum Corps'.
After Europeans first settled in New South Wales, there was a shortage of currency – the English pound – in the colony. This resulted in the rise of bartering as a system of payment, with rum becoming the primary form of financial exchange.
The NSW corps, who were formed in 1792 to protect the fledgling colony, had a monopoly on the supply and importation of rum, which they exchanged for goods and services at favourable rates, and thus dominated the early political scene. This led many people to refer to them as the "rum corps".
The prevalence of rum as a form of currency caused a number of social and economic problems to the colony, with workers squandering their wages for the inflated price of rum. By 1793, stills were being imported and distillation of rum was exacerbating the shortage of grain.
It may be a bit of a push to call it a public health measure, but Australia's first government-owned brewery commenced production in Parramatta in 1804, with a capacity of 1,800 gallons of beer per week, and an eventual capacity of 3,000 gallons.
William Bligh, who does not drink, arrived in NSW in 1806 and immediately set about to curb the use of Rum as a currency and to limit the power of existing and past members of the Rum Corps. Naturally this met with resistance from The Corps and from the wealthiest man in the colony, John Macarthur. After more than a year of power-play Macarthur and the Rum Corps prevail. Bligh is deposed of office exactly 20 years after the establishment of the colony. It is the only military insurrection in Australia's history.
Politics, greed and power go hand in hand whichever era or generation are involved. It maybe at the highest government levels or in a small business. It matters not if one person wishes for power, they scheme without remorse that their wishes beome paramount. Someone holds the purse strings and tries to influence another being or party. Resistance meets greed resulting in a loss situation for some or many. it is highly unlikely that the powerful will win long term, as honesty and turth do prevail, even if it takes longer than seems appropriate.
Sir Joseph Banks retained an interest in the colony ever since his visit to the new land with Captain James Cook. Sir Joseph was at 'odds' with John Macarthur. He considered Macarthur disruptive and tyrannical, especially since the shooting in a dual with a friend of Sir Joseph. He activaley lobbied against Macarthur's plan to export Merino sheep from England to the new colony as well as desiring a large land grant to establish the wool industry. Sir Joseph Banks recommended William Bligh for the role of Governor as he considered him to be a harsh man who would have sufficient strength to deal with Macarthur. At first Bligh was reluctant to accept the role, however Banks arranged for the salary to be doubled and for a man with six daughters this was a great incentive, especially with the promise that there was money to be amde in the new land. The outgoing governor, Philip King granted Bligh a large parcel of land. Bligh in return granted Mrs king land and then was reluctant to approve any other land grants which set up a field of resentment amongst the officers and other men of power within the community.
By the time Bligh arrived in the colony it was no longer just a penal colony. 10% of the population was made up of the New South Wales regiment, with a large proprotion of ex-convicts who had stayed to establish successful and influential businesses. The Regiment had been in the colony for a long enough period to have established property of value. As there was no jury system the Officers also controlled the courts, acting as Judge Advocate with the support of six officers.
Many of the community resented Bligh's coarse ways, honed from years at sea, coupled with his harsh views and being a stickler for the rules as set down by the Englsh Lords. Macarthur and Bligh continued to quarrel. Macarthur supported by his former colleagues, the officers of the "Corps'. Bligh was supported by many in the community but they didn't ahve the power or the money of the elite "Corps' group. Bligh wrote to Johnston chief officer of the Corps, while macarthur wrote his superiors. It appeared to Johnston that all avenues of diplomacy had broken down and with a contingent of men including Macarthur marched on government house in order to depose Bligh.
The outcome had long term effects on the colony as well as introducing social and cultural changes into Australian history.
The name "Rum Rebellion' was not coined for some 50 years after the event and as we can understand from events had very little to do with the actual rebellion, except in the first instance rum generated power and control for the officers of the Corp". This power from the use of rum had disintegrated years earlier with commercial business from free traders and the etnerprises ofex-convicts.
The regiment was recalled in disgrace to England, John Macarthur banished (in order to avoid conviction) for many years from the colony. Johnston was cashiered. England was far away where much antipathy still existed towards from his earlier foray "The Mutriny on the Bounty"
After the 26th January 1808 armed mutiny towards William Bligh, the Admiralty in England decided to no longer appoint naval officers and appointed in April 1809 Lachlan Macquarie as the new governor of the colony. Macquarie and his wife, Elizabeth sailed with the 73rd Regiment from Portsmouth in the storeship "Dromedary" and escorted by H.M.S Hindostan on 22 May 1809, and they arrived at Port Jackson on 28 December. He took up his commission as governor on 1 January 1810. (see biography of Lachlan Macquarie) He began a program of public works construction and town planning that gave opportunities to Emancipists (freed convicts), established the colony's currency, and encouraged exploration and settlement. His policy favouring Emancipist agriculture angered the large landowners and sheep farmers (Exclusionists), and he was recalled in 1821.
60 wives and children died as a result of the English conditions. When 'the Corps' returned to England they had no immunity to the diseases rampant in England. In the colony they had lived in an unpolluted environment, free of the usual disease. In the new land the major disease was starvation and dysentry.
In 1813 the new Governor Lachlan Macquarie ordered that 40,000 Spanish Dollars be punched making a small coin which became known as 'The Dump' and a larger one which was called 'The Holey Dollar'. The Holey Dollar and The Dump soon replaced rum as the currency of the colony and remained in circulation for the next 13 years.
•Birth: 25 MARCH 1781 in St James, Military Road, Dublin, Ireland.
He enlisted on 13th December 1798 (WO 25/1302) in the 100th Regiment of Foot (later 102nd Regiment) NSW Corps ( know as the 'Rum Corps') and served in the NSW Corps until 1810 when the Regiment was disbanded following the notorious "Rum Rebellion". The 100th Regiment was raised in England in 1789 for the specific purpose of garrisoning the Australian Colonies and Guarding and Overseeing Convicts, particularly in NSW. Many of its members returned to England to serve in the Regiment re-named the 102nd Regiment which then saw service in the American War of 1812 - 1817. Discharged 7th March 1818 (WO 97/1069) as a Colour Sergeant, this discharge also states he was born in the parish of St. James in the town of Dublin in the County of Dublin on the 25th March 1781.
After retiring from the British Army in 1818, he decided to return to the Australian Colonies and become a Free Settler. He brought his second wife, Jane Champion, and their two children with him. Upon William's return to Australia, he and his new family came to Hobart, Van Dieman's Land (Tasmania) and settled in Glenorchy where he was granted 200 acres of land. They had a large family and at one stage he had his mother, two brothers and a sister also in the colonies with him. William & Jane eventually moved to Victoria around 1844 and lived in Nicholas Street, Chilwell, Geelong where William died in 1857.
13 Dec. 1800 - 24 Oct. 1805 James Levingston/ Levinston serves in Captain Johnson's Company, Sydney as Private -- sick twice.
25 Oct. 1805 - 24 Apr. 1806 James becomes a drummer in Johnson's Co.
25 Apr. 1806 - 24 Jun. 1808 James transfers to Major's Co. as a Private, although is noted to be in the band.
25 Jun. 1808 - 24 Dec. 1808 James serves in Captain Lamb's Co., Sydney, in the band.
25 Dec. 1808 - 24 Jan. 1809 James serves in Captain John McArthur's Co., Sydney, in the band.
25 Jan. 1809 - 24 Mar. 1810 James serves in Lieutenant John Henderson's Co., Sydney, in the band.
25 Mar. 1810 - 24 Oct. 1810 William Levinston is a Coporal in the 1st Company and is on passage to England.
25 Oct. 1810 ----- William becomes a Sergeant, still in the 1st Company.
25 Jun. 1811 - Mar/Jun 1812 William Leviston, Sergeant, stationed at Guernsey.
Jun/Sep 1812 - 06 Jun. 1813 William Levingston, Sergeant, stationed at St. George's, Bermuda.
Jun. 1814 - 24 Mar. 1815 William, Sergeant, stationed Moose Island.
25 Mar. 1815 - Jun. 1817 William Leviston, Colour Sergeant, stationed at St. John, New Brunswick or Moose Island.
Jun/Sept 1817 - Sept/Dec1817 William at sea.
Sept/Dec 1817 - 19 Mar. 1818 William, Colour Sergeant, stationed at Hilsea.
19 Mar. 1818 - 28 Apr. 1818 William Leviston, Colour Sergeant, stationed at Chatham, Kent.
Service 4 yrs 161 days.
Born St James, Dublin, Ireland.
To be sold by Private Contract, a well built Dwelling House, weather-boarded and shingled, comprising two capital rooms, a good Kitchen well floored and lofted, with glass windows, a Garden, Stock Yard, and an excellent Well.
For further particulars apply to Wm Leviston, on the premises No.2, Soldiers Back Row.
To be sold by Private Contract, and entered on immediately, a capital shingled and Weather-boarded House, glazed thoughout, containing 2 good rooms and a Kitchen, with Stock Yards and every suitable conveniency.
In May 1810 the 102nd Regiment sailed for England on the DROMEDARY, HINDOSTAN and the PORPOISE. William James his wife and three small children also sailed with the Regiment.
Disembarking at Portmouth late in October, the Regiment moved to Horsham in Sussex. They are recorded as arriving there in December 1810.
Marriage 1 Anne Gibbs b: 4 DEC 1787 in Donyatt, Somerset, England.
•Married: 18 JAN 1807 in St. Philip's Church, Sydney, NSW.
1. William Leviston b: 1 OCT 1804 in Sydney, NSW.
2. Elizabeth Leviston b: 25 JAN 1807 in Sydney, NSW.
3. Joseph Leviston b: 6 FEB 1809 in Sydney, NSW.
Marriage 2 Jane Champion b: 14 FEB 1794 in Horsham, Sussex, UK.
•Married: 15 APRIL 1811 in Horsham, Sussex, UK.
1. Mary Ann Leviston b: 1812 in Gurnsey, UK or Bermuda.
3. Henry Pounder Glory Leviston b: 7 SEPT 1818 in On the Glory which arrived Sydney, NSW.
4. Joseph Daniel Samuel Hallery Leviston b: 25 MAY 1820 in Hobart, Tas. Bc #832.
5. Margaret Jane Leviston b: 9 APRIL 1821 in Hobart, Tas.
6. Maria Leviston b: 27 SEPT 1823 in Hobart Town, Tas.
7. Ann Elizabeth Leviston b: 30 SEPT 1825 in Hobart, Tasmania.
8. Thomas Leviston b: 6 JAN 1827 in Glenorchy, Hobart, Tasmania.
9. David Lester 'Les' Leviston b: 22 JAN 1830 in Hobart, Tasmania.
10. James Leviston b: 12 MAY 1832 in Glenorchy, Tasmania. Bc #4256.
11. Eleanor Leviston b: 22 DEC 1833 in Glenorchy, Tasmania. Bc #5261.


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I originally made this recipe using a homemade bechamel sauce. Using a jar of alfredo makes this recipe almost too easy!
Cook rigatoni for 5 minutes in a pot of boiling, salted water. Drain and toss with 1 tablespoon olive oil. Set aside.
Pour jar of alfredo into a large bowl and add the spinach, ricotta, and eggs. Season with nutmeg, salt, and pepper. Mix in rigatoni and transfer to a greased 9 by13-inch baking dish. Top with grated mozzarella. Cover loosely with aluminum foil and bake for 40 minutes. Remove foil and bake an additional 20 minutes, or until cheese is lightly browned on top, the center is no longer runny, and the sides are bubbly.
You could also substitute broccoli for the spinach if your kids prefer a different vegetable.