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Hallmark Channel Announces the Season Nine Premiere Date of "When Calls the Heart"
Hallmark Channel Announces the Season Nine Premiere Date of the Network's Highly Rated and Longest-Running Original Series "When Calls the Heart"
The series returns Sunday, March 6 at 9:00/8:00c with the first of 12 all-new episodes.
[via press release from The Hallmark Channel]
STUDIO CITY, CA – January 5, 2022 – Season nine of Hallmark Channel's beloved primetime drama series, "When Calls the Heart," will make its compelling return with more romance and drama in store for the residents of Hope Valley, premiering on Sunday, March 6, 2022 at 9pm/8c with 12 all-new episodes!
Hope Valley is in a state of growth, with the foundry's progress and the evolution of key relationships. The Mayoral race has the town buzzing with a few members of the town running against one another. Elizabeth and Lucas focus on their relationship beyond courtship, and as she gets to know Lucas better, she learns about his past which gives Elizabeth pause about their future.
"'When Calls the Heart' is a cherished series that continues to grow in the ratings annually. It continues to gain fans and is a tentpole of our network's storytelling, said Lisa Hamilton Daly, Executive Vice President, Programming, Crown Media Family Networks. "We are thrilled to showcase a new season from the talented writers and amazing cast. Continuing with original stories of romance, drama and friendship, we are thrilled for viewers to tune in to the new season."
The hit drama "When Calls the Heart" ended its eighth season on a high, with this season's final episode (8012) ranking as the most-watched episode of the series in Households (2.9 million) and among Total Viewers (3.6 million) on a Live+3 basis. In fact, season 8 became the most watched of the series in Households, and among Total Viewers and Women 18+, with the program delivering 2.7 million Households, 3.3 million Total Viewers, and 2.4 million Women 18+. The program also ranked as the #1 original scripted series on ad-supported cable in 2021-to-date among Households and Women 18+. However, among Women 18+, the program was also this year's #1 original series (including reality) on ad-supported cable in 2021-to-date.
With its 12 episodes, the season reached 9.5 million unduplicated Total Viewers.
Source: Nielsen, Season 8 (2/21-5/9/21), Live+3 Days. Original scripted series ranker excludes news, sports & repeats, and they reflect rank standings at time of air, thru 5/9/21 only.
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Hallmark Channel Kicks Off Production on Season Nine of Hit Series "When Calls the Heart"
Posted on July 21, 2021 by Danielle Langer
The hit drama ended its eighth season on a high, with this season's final episode ranking as the most-watched episode of the series.
STUDIO CITY, CA – July 21, 2021 — Season 9 of "When Calls the Heart," Hallmark Channel's longest-running, most-watched primetime series to date, has started production on twelve all-new episodes. Premiere to be announced at a later date.
"We couldn't be more excited to begin shooting season 9 of 'When Calls the Heart,' said star and executive producer Erin Krakow. "It's a wonderful feeling being back on set with the amazing cast and crew. There are a lot more stories to tell this season and thanks to the talented writing staff, there will be more drama, adventure and romance and we can't wait for our fans to see what Hope Valley has in store."
The hit drama "When Calls the Heart" ended its eighth season on a high, with this season's final episode (8012) ranking as the most-watched episode of the series in Households (2.9 million) and among Total Viewers (3.6 million) on a Live+3 basis.
In fact, season 8 became the most watched of the series in Households, and among Total Viewers and Women 18+, with the program delivering 2.7 million Households, 3.3 million Total Viewers, and 2.4 million Women 18+.
The program also ranked as this year's #1 original scripted series on ad-supported cable in 2021-to-date among Households and Women 18+. However, among Women 18+, the program was also this year's #1 original series (including reality) on ad-supported cable in 2021-to-date.
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Posted on July 9, 2021 by Danielle Langer
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NOTE: this title has been released on DVD several times in the past, but has been discontinued; it is now being re-released on DVD again for any fans who previously might have missed purchasing it
* When Calls the Heart – Year 8 Six-Movie Collection (Shout! Factory)
—–Welcome back to Hope Valley for incredible adventures and heart-warming friendships. Elizabeth finds a second chance at love as she comes to terms with how she feels about Nathan and Lucas. Rosemary reflects upon her life's purpose, and the entire town comes together for a memorable wedding. 3-disc set.
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NOTE: "SDS" (Studio Distribution Services) is a new company created earlier this year, as a joint effort between AT&T/WarnerMedia and Comcast/NBCUniversal to continue to distribute physical discs – DVD, Blu-ray, and 4K UHD – at retail in a world where viewers are increasingly turning to streaming services. Artwork for this title, shown in the attached collage below, is not yet finalized and could be subject to change.
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* Long Way Round – Complete Series (Long Way Productions)
—–From London to New York, Ewan McGregor (Trainspotting, Moulin Rouge!, Star Wars prequel trilogy) and Charley Boorman (The Emerald Forest, Excalibur, Deliverance) chased their shadows through Europe, the Ukraine, Kazakhstan, Mongolia and Russia, across the Pacific to Alaska, then down through Canada and America. Exhaustion, injury and accidents tested their strength. Treacherous roads, unpredictable weather and turbulent politics challenged their stamina. They were chased by paparazzi in Kazakhstan, courted by men with very large guns in the Ukraine, hassled by the police, and given bulls' testicles for supper by Mongolian nomads. And yet despite all these obstacles they managed to ride more than twenty thousand miles in four months, changing their lives forever in the process. As they traveled they documented their trip, taking photographs, and writing diaries by the campfire. 2004. 10 episodes.
NOTE: DVDs for this limited series (the first of a trilogy of adventure docushows) were first released in 2005, but all previous DVDs are discontinued; it is coming back in print via this upcoming release
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—–After their trip round the world in 2004, fellow actors and bike fanatics Ewan McGregor (Trainspotting, Moulin Rouge!, Star Wars prequel trilogy) and Charley Boorman (The Emerald Forest, Excalibur, Deliverance) couldn't shake the travel bug. And after an inspirational UNICEF visit to Africa, they knew they had to go back and experience this extraordinary continent in more depth. And so they set off on their 15,000-mile journey with two new BMWs loaded up for the trip. Joining up with producer/directors Russ Malkin and David Alexanian and the Long Way Round team, their route took them from John O'Groats at the northernmost tip of Scotland to Cape Agulhas on the southernmost tip of South Africa. Riding through spectacular scenery, often in extreme temperatures, Ewan and Charley faced their hardest challenges yet. With their trademark humor and honesty they tell their story – the drama, the dangers and the sheer exhilaration of riding together again, through a continent filled with magic and wonder. 2007. 10 episodes.
NOTE: DVDs for this limited series (the second of a trilogy of adventure docushows) were first released in 2008, but all previous DVDs are discontinued; it is coming back in print via this upcoming release
* Long Way Up – Complete Series (Long Way Productions)
—–Best friends Ewan McGregor (Trainspotting, Moulin Rouge!, Star Wars prequel trilogy) and Charley Boorman (The Emerald Forest, Excalibur, Deliverance) reunite for "Long Way Up," after more than a decade since their last motorbike adventure around the world. Covering 13,000 miles over 100 days through 16 border crossings and 13 countries, starting from the city of Ushuaia at the tip of South America, Ewan and Charley journey through the glorious and underexposed landscapes of South and Central America in their most challenging expedition to date, using cutting-edge technology on the backs of their prototype electric Harley-Davidsons in order to contribute to the sustainability of the planet. 2020. 11 episodes.
NOTE: this is the first-ever DVD release for this limited series (the third of a trilogy of adventure docushows), and it is the second-ever disc release for a show that is an original program for the Apple TV+ streaming service (this week's release of Defending Jacob, on DVD and Blu-ray, is the first Apple TV+ original show to be available on disc)
* Long Way Round/Down/Up – Trilogy Box Set (Long Way Productions)
—–Best friends Ewan McGregor (Trainspotting, Moulin Rouge!, Star Wars prequel trilogy) and Charley Boorman (The Emerald Forest, Excalibur, Deliverance) travel over various parts of the globe on motorbikes in 2004's Long Way Round, 2007's Long Way Down, and 2020's Long Way Up. 31 episodes altogether.
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Posted on June 4, 2021 by Danielle Langer
* No Activity – Season 2 (ViacomCBS)
—–NO ACTIVITY celebrates the mundane in what should be a high-stakes operation. Season Two finds us back in Car 27 with SDPD detectives Cullen and Tolbeck as they stake out the seedy underbelly of a cockfighting ring. Meanwhile, the SDPD is rocked by a massive corruption scandal, and the culprit might be close to home. Patrick Brammall and Tim Meadows reprise their roles as Detectives Cullen and Tolbeck, and are joined by returning guest stars Jake Johnson as Detective Haldeman, Sunita Mani as SDPD Dispatch's Fatima, Jason Mantzoukas as haphazard criminal Marco, Amy Sedaris as SDPD Dispatch's mother hen, Janice, and Academy Award Winner J.K. Simmons as Leon, the internal affairs investigator with a fondness for deep sea fishing. New guest stars joining them this season include Jessica Alba, Chris Gethard, Max Greenfield, Joe Manganiello, Cristin Milioti and Nasim Pedrad, among others. Single-disc title.
* I Dream of Jeannie – The Complete Series (Mill Creek)
—–Your Wish is Our Command! All 139 episodes filled with hilarious blinks! With the blink of her eyes and a nod of her head, Barbara Eden will make your wishes come true in I Dream of Jeannie: The Complete Series. Enjoy all 139 episodes in their original broadcast presentation – including the first season in black & white – on this 12-disc collection that re-introduces Larry Hagman as Captain Anthony Tony Nelson, an astronaut who finds himself Master to a beautiful and crafty genie (Eden) whom he unknowingly releases from a bottle. Together, he and Jeannie are a magical match. Packed with some of television's brightest guest stars, I Dream Of Jeannie is the beloved must-own comedy series that will have you dreaming of TV's Golden Age. 12-disc set.
NOTE: this first-ever Blu-ray Disc edition of the title was originally scheduled for release on June 29th, but has now been delayed until July 13th.
* The Walking Dead – The Complete 10th Season (AMC/Lionsgate)
EXTRAS: 6 bonus episodes including the backstory "Here's Negan"; Audio Commentaries; In Memoriam featurette; Digital Copy (Blu-ray only)
—–Winter has turned to spring, and the collected communities are grudgingly respecting the new borders imposed upon them by the ever-brutal Alpha. But having organized themselves into a militia-style fighting force, our group of survivors is prepared for battle…though they're keenly aware that the Whisperers, and the horde of dead they mingle with, pose a threat unlike any they've ever faced. Paranoia, propaganda, secret agendas, infighting – all of these will test the group, individually and collectively, with the survival of civilization in a world filled with the walking dead hanging in the balance. Featuring the six additional episodes of the extended 10th season, including Negan's long-awaited backstory, "Here's Negan." 6-disc set in either format.
* The Spanish Princess – Part 2 (Starz/Lionsgate)
—–The epic story of Queen Catherine and King Henry VIII continues in this conclusion to the dramatic miniseries. Beloved by their people and presiding over the most glamorous court in Europe, Catherine and Henry see their relationship tested as Catherine prepares to give birth to an heir, and England wars with France. Charlotte Hope, Stephanie Levi-John, Rauiri O'Connor, Aaron Cobham, Richard Pepper, Laura Carmichael, Georgie Henley, Philip Cumbus, Jordan Renzo. 2-disc set.
* Keeping Faith – Series 3 (RLJ/Acorn)
—–This record-setting, award-winning thriller comes to a close in a dramatic final season. Series 3 finds small town lawyer Faith Howells (Eve Myles; Broadchurch, Torchwood) attempting to navigate the disillusion of her marriage, while taking on an emotionally wrenching case involving a gravely ill young boy. Into this mix, Faith is confronted by a terrible and long-buried figure from her past: her mother, Rose Fairchild (Celia Imrie; The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel), whose reappearance uncovers secrets in Faith's background and will force audiences to ask the question: Who is Faith Howells? 2-disc set in either format.
NOTE: this item was originally scheduled for release on June 29th, but has now been delayed until July 27th.
* When Calls The Heart – Pre-Wedding Jitters And Changing Times (Shout! Factory)
—–In Pre-Wedding Jitters, Elizabeth is distraught over the revelation of Nathan's secret, causing friction – even between Elizabeth and Rosemary – until everyone puts their differences aside to help Ned and Florence prepare for their wedding. Then, in Changing Times, Carson and Faith's relationship is put to the ultimate test, while Elizabeth's own romantic destiny finally becomes clear – though a threat to the Jack Thornton School might interfere with her plans! Single-disc title.
* Gridman: The Hyper Agent (Mill Creek)
—–Three computer-savvy kids – Naoto, Yuka and Ippei – created their own videogame superhero, but then discover it's possessed by an inter-dimensional police officer, Gridman. Pursuing an evil program called Kahn Digifer, he merges with Naoto and fights Kahn Digifer's digitized monsters in order to prevent the computerized demon from wreaking havoc on the Human World. 4-disc set.
* Superman & Lois – The Complete 1st Season (Warner/SDS)
—–After years of facing supervillains, monsters, and alien invaders intent on wiping out the human race, the world's most famous superhero (Tyler Hoechlin) and comic books' most famous journalist (Elizabeth Tulloch) come face to face with one of their greatest challenges ever: dealing with all the stress, pressures and complexities that come with being working parents in today's society.
* Batwoman – The Complete 2nd Season (Warner/SDS)
—–At the end of the first season, Crows Commander Kane has declared war on Batwoman, forcing everyone around them to choose sides. Season two kicks off with a major game-changer, that will alter Gotham and The Bat-Team forever. A new hero emerges from the shadows. Relatable, messy, loyal, a little goofy, Ryan Wilder couldn't be more different than the woman who wore the Batsuit before her, billionaire Kate Kane. Living in her van, Ryan has been made to feel trapped and powerless by the system her whole life, and believes the Batsuit is the key to breaking out of it. But what she'll come to discover is that it's not the suit that makes Ryan Wilder powerful, it's the woman inside of it…who finds her destiny in changing Gotham City for good!
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HALLMARK CHANNEL'S WHEN CALLS THE HEART WRAPS SEASON EIGHT AS #1 MOST-WATCHED
Posted on May 14, 2021 by Danielle Langer
ORIGINAL SERIES OF THE YEAR
Season Propels Network to be #1 Most-Watched
in Weekend Primetime for Entire 12-Episode Run
NEW YORK – May 14, 2021 –Hallmark Channel fans tuned in in droves for Season Eight of hit original drama series When Calls the Heart , which concluded on Sunday night as the #1 most-watched original series on ad-supported cable in the year-to-date among Women 18+. On a L+3 basis, the season finished strong with the finale episode ranking as the #1 most-watched entertainment cable program of the week among Households and Women 18+, which further propelled the network to be #1 most-watched in Weekend Primetime among Households, Women 18+, and Total Viewers. What's more, the episode reached 4.2 million unduplicated Total Viewers and became the #1 most-watched episode in the series-to-date among Households and Total Viewers.
Overall, the series' 12-episode run averaged 3.3 million Total Viewers, 2.7 million Homes, and 432,000 Women 25-54, becoming the most-watched season of the series among Households and Total Viewers. Further, while Season Eight was on air, the series boosted Hallmark Channel to be the #1 most-watched entertainment cable network in Weekend Primetime and #2 most-watched in Total Day among Households, Women 18+, and Total Viewers. Eleven of the twelve episodes became the #1 most-watched entertainment programs of the week among Women 18+.
Key Nielsen Highlights (L+3)
Hallmark Channel's When Calls the Heart Season Eight
The Season Eight finale episode averaged 3.6 million Total Viewers, 2.9 million Homes, and 388,000 Women 25-54, and reached 4.2 million unduplicated Total Viewers
Overall, Season Eight's 12-episode run averaged 3.3 million Total Viewers, 2.7 million Homes, and 432,000 Women 25-54
While Season Eight was on air, the series boosted Hallmark Channel to be the #1 most-watched entertainment cable network in Weekend Primetime and #2 most-watched in Total Day among Households, Women 18+, and Total Viewers
When Calls the Heart ranked as the #1 most-watched original series in 2021-to-date on ad-supported cable among Women 18+
11 of the 12 episodes became the #1 most-watched entertainment programs of the week among Women 18+
Became the most-watched season of the series among Households and Total Viewers
Season Eight reached 9.5 million unduplicated Total Viewers
Source: Nielsen Live+3 2/15/21-5/9/21, excluding news and sports; Original Series compares all ad-supported cable programs from 12/28/20-5/9/21, excluding repeats, news & sports
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* Baywatch – Remastered: All 9 Seasons! (VEI)
EXTRAS: Includes Pilot, Limited Edition Poster, and Fun Facts Booklet
—–First airing in 1989, Baywatch broadcast into over 200 different countries, was translated into 48 languages, reached an estimated audience of 1 billion viewers worldwide according to TV Guide, and was awarded a Guinness World Record for having the largest global TV audience in history. Described by Entertainment Weekly as 'the most popular show in the history of the planet', Baywatch spawned a legion of international stars including David Hasselhoff, Pamela Anderson, Carmen Electra, Gena Lee Nolan, and Yasmine Bleeth. All episodes (9 seasons, 198 episodes) are now available in High Definition, upscaled to 16:9 cinematic widescreen. In addition, 350 original songs have been created to score the iconic Baywatch montages.
NOTE: the studio, VEI, says on their Facebook page that a Blu-ray version is "coming very soon!": https://www.facebook.com/Visual…/posts/4581745591841873…
* Genius – Season 3: Aretha (National Geographic/Disney)
—–GENIUS is an Emmy-winning anthology series that dramatizes the fascinating stories of the world's most brilliant innovators, exploring their extraordinary achievements along with their volatile, passionate and complex personal relationships. The third season explores Aretha Franklin's musical genius and incomparable career, as well as the immeasurable impact and lasting influence she has had on music and culture around the world. Grammy Award winner Franklin was a gospel prodigy and outspoken civil rights champion; she is widely considered to be the greatest singer of the past 50 years, receiving countless honors throughout her career. 2-disc set.
* Doctor Who – Story #150: Delta And The Bannermen (BBC Archive)
—–With high hopes, the Seventh Doctor (Sylvester McCoy) and Mel (Bonnie Langford) embark on an intergalactic tour bus for a prize trip to Disneyland, 1959. Their luck begins to change when the ship collides with an early satellite, and everyone winds up in a Welsh holiday camp. Single-disc title.
* MacGyver – Season 4 (Lionsgate)
—–The thrilling reimagining of the classic series is back! In this action-packed fourth season, ex-MI6 agent Russ Taylor recruits former Phoenix Foundation members Mac, Riley, Bozer, Matty, and Desi to hunt down a bioweapon that's planned to be used by a mysterious organization for a devastating attack on a major U.S. city. Lucas Till, Tristin Mays, Justin Hires, Meredith Eaton, and Henry Ian Cusick. Created and executive produced by Lee David Zlotoff, the creator of the original series. 3-disc set.
* Power Book II: Ghost – Season 1 (Lionsgate)
PRE-ORDER LISTING IS NOT YET AVAILABLE
—–"Power Book II: Ghost" picks up after the events of "Power" as Tariq St. Patrick grapples with his father's death while his mother, Tasha, faces charges for the murder her son committed. Tariq is forced to split his time between school and hustling to pay for Davis MacLean, the defense lawyer who is Tasha's only hope of escaping prosecution by U.S. Attorney Cooper Saxe. Tariq turns to the drug game, entangling himself with a family headed by Monet Stewart Tejada. He figures out the only way to avoid the same fate his father met is to become him…only better.
* When Calls The Heart – What The Heart Wants & Before My Very Eyes (Shout!)
—–What the Heart Wants: Lucas and Elizabeth take their relationship to the next level, but Elizabeth worries she isn't ready for commitment. Rosemary and Lee adjust to life with their niece with them while Rosemary ponders her life's purpose. Before My Very Eyes: A health scare has everyone in Hope Valley worried about one of their own, and they band together to help with the recovery. Nathan works to finalize his adoption of Allie, and a new stranger comes to town with secrets of his own. Single-disc title.
* Bloodlands – Series 1 (RLJ/Acorn)
—–In the gripping thriller Bloodlands from Jed Mercurio (Line of Duty, Bodyguard), veteran detective Tom Brannick (James Nesbitt) connects a criminal's car pulled from the sea to a notorious series of disappearances…including his own wife's, 20 years earlier. Brannick begins an obsessive campaign to unmask a possible assassin, code-named Goliath, in a case that evokes Northern Ireland's dark past. 2-disc set.
* Ride with Norman Reedus, Season 2 (RLJ/Image)
—–The Walking Dead star and motorcycle enthusiast Norman Reedus hits the open road once again. This time he is joined by friends like TWD's co-star Jeffrey Dean Morgan, TWD's showrunner Greg Nicotero, and comedian Dave Chappelle, as he travels the globe taking in the sites and experiencing the local culture and biker community. From as far as Spain and Hawaii to the lowlands of North Carolina and the streets of NYC, the adventure continues… 2-disc set in either format.
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HALLMARK CHANNEL'S WHEN CALLS THE HEART BECOMES #1 MOST-WATCHED SCRIPTED SERIES OF 2021
Season Eight Premiere Episode Makes Network
#1 Most-Watched in Primetime for the Week Among Women 18+
NEW YORK – February 26, 2021 –Hallmark Channel's hit original series When Calls the Heartkicked off its eighth season on Sunday night, becoming the #1 most-watched original scripted series on ad-supported cable in the year-to-date among Total Viewers and Women 18+. The series premiere episode was the #1 most-watched entertainment cable program of the week among Women 18+, further propelling the network to tie as the #1 most-watched in primetime for the week among Women 18+. The program averaged 3 million Total Viewers and 397,000 Women 25-54 on a L+3 basis.
Hallmark Channel's When Calls the Heart Season Eight Premiere
Averaged 3 million Total Viewers and 397,000 Women 25-54
Ranked as the #1 most-watched original scripted series in 2021-to-date on ad-supported cable among Total Viewers and Women 18+
Became the #1 most-watched entertainment program of the week among Women 18+
Boosted Hallmark Channel to tie as the #1 most-watched entertainment cable network in primetime for the week among Women 18+, and #2 most-watched in Total Day among Women 18+, Total Viewers, and Households
Program reached nearly 3.5 million unduplicated Total Viewers
Source: Nielsen Live+3 2/15/21-2/21/21, excluding news and sports; Original Scripted Series compares all ad-supported cable programs from 12/28/20-2/21/21, excluding repeats, reality, news & sports
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* The State – The Complete Series (ViacomCBS)
EXTRAS: OVER TWO HOURS of bonus content that includes COMMENTARY: featuring Kevin Allison, Michael Ian Black, Robert Ben Garant, Todd Holoubek, Michael Patrick Jann, Kerri Kenney-Silver, Thomas Lennon, Joe Lo Truglio, Ken Marino, Michael Showalter and David Wain; and INTERVIEWS; OUTTAKES; an EXCLUSIVE BONUS DISC INCLUDING: The Pilot Episode, Over 90 minutes of Unaired Sketches with Commentary from the Cast, Special Appearances, Promos and more!
—–The State was simply one of the sharpest, funniest, and most underrated shows of the 1990's. Originally created as MTV's first foray into the sketch comedy genre, The State was a comedic gem that rocked Generation X with slapstick, smarts and witty sarcasm. The dynamic cast features 11 multi-talented actors who have continued to collaborate on such projects as RENO 911!, STELLA, VIVA VARIETY, WET HOT AMERICAN SUMMER and THE TEN. MTV's timeless sketch comedy show The State is finally here. 5-disc set.
NOTE: this title was originally released on DVD in 2009; the studio is now re-releasing it back into stores.
* Run's House – Complete Seasons 1 & 2 (ViacomCBS)
EXTRAS: Over an hour of bonus footage including interviews, extended scenes, music videos and room tours from "Run's House: Family Confidential"
—–There's never a dull moment when hip-hop meets holy, but that's just the way it is at Run's House. Run, of the legendary hip-hop group Run-DMC, has become a Reverend and a family man. With a chaotic household consisting of three sons – Jojo, Diggy, Russy – and two daughters, Vanessa and Angela, the funk never stops as the Reverend creates his own Heaven on Earth with his wife, former MC Justine. 3-disc set.
* When Calls The Heart – Open Season & From The Ashes (Shout! Factory)
—–In Open Season, Elizabeth has at last finished her manuscript, and frets when Lucas's mother Helen comes to Hope Valley to start edits … but Helen also has another reason for coming to town. And Nathan finally reveals how he truly feels about Elizabeth. Then, in From The Ashes, the town comes together when a geyser erupts at the oil rig, while Nathan's declaration is sidetracked when he is summoned for an inquiry by a Mountie from his past. Single-disc release.
* Supernatural – The Complete 15th and Final Season (Warner)
EXTRAS: Digital Copy (Blu-ray only)
—–The epic journey of the Winchester brothers come to a close as SUPERNATURAL enters its fifteenth and final season. Sam (Jared Padalecki) and Dean (Jensen Ackles) and the angel Castiel (Misha Collins) have battled demons and angels, mythical creatures and monsters, in a seemingly unending quest to save the world. But in the final battle of the show's 14th season, they faced off against God Himself (Rob Benedict) – refusing to kill their surrogate nephilim son Jack (Alexander Calvert), and thus bringing about God's decision to end this reality once and for all. 5-disc set on DVD format; 4-disc set on Blu-ray format.
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* Supernatural – The Complete Series (Warner)
$329.99 SRP DVD; $359.99 SRP Blu-ray
—–Supernatural stars Jared Padalecki as Sam Winchester and Jensen Ackles as Dean Winchester, brothers bound by tragedy and their family's eerie history. Together, they criss-cross mysterious back roads in their '67 Chevy Impala in search of their missing father, while hunting down every evil supernatural force they encounter along the way.
COMING ON 6/1 (Canada):
* Doctor Who – Jon Pertwee: Complete Season 2 (BBC)
CA$79.99 SRP Blu-ray
EXTRAS: Behind the Sofa – New episodes with Katy Manning, Stewart Bevan, Janet Fielding, Sarah Sutton, Sacha Dhawan and Anjli Mohindra; In Conversation – Matthew Sweet chats to companion Katy Manning; A Devils Weekend – Actors Katy Manning and John Levene take a personal trip back to the picturesque village of Aldbourne, 50 years after they recorded the Doctor Who story The Daemons there; The Direct Route – Doctor Who directors Michael Briant, Graeme Harper and Tim Combe take an epic road trip to all the filming locations from Season 8 as they discuss directing the show in the early 1970s; Terrance and Me – Lifelong Doctor Who fan, Frank Skinner sets out to meet the family, friends and colleagues of the late, much-loved writer, Terrance Dicks; Blu-Ray trailer – A specially shot mini-episode; Extended Episode 1 of The Claws of Axos; 90-minute omnibus edition of The Daemons; Immersive 5.1 surround sound on Terror of the Autons and The Daemons; Optional updated special effects and CSO clean-up on Terror of the Autons; Unseen studio footage; Rare archive treats; Convention footage; HD photo galleries; Scripts, costume designs, rare BBC production files; The eight-disc box set also includes hours of special features previously released on DVD; And lots more!
—–Stranded on 20th Century Earth, the Third Doctor teams up with UNIT and new companion Jo Grant to thwart alien invasions! And that's not all, he must also contend with the arrival of his deadliest foe: arch-nemesis The Master. Battling Autons, Axons, an alien mind parasite and a mighty Daemon, the Doctor, Jo and UNIT must defend the Earth – and its future pioneers – in five action-packed adventures from 1971: Terror of the Autons; The Mind of Evil; The Claws of Axos; Colony in Space; The Dæmons. Features the debuts of Katy Manning as Jo Grant, Roger Delgado as The Master, and Richard Franklin as Captain Mike Yates. 8-disc set.
***NOTE: this title is listed for pre-order at Amazon's Canadian branch, but is NOT yet formally announced by the studio. It also has NOT been listed for pre-order in the United States as of this writing. All of the information provided above comes from the U.K. release of the item, and it may possibly change for North America when the studio officially announces it for Region A (the North American region for Blu-ray). Our thanks to ALL of the readers who made sure we were aware of this listing during the past few weeks; we've held off on including it as part of the Roundup in the hopes it would get an official announcement. Since that hasn't happened up until this time, and since many of you out there are assuming we're unaware of the Canadian listing at Amazon, we have decided to include it as part of today's Roundup…at least as a placeholder, if nothing else. Stay tuned for updates!
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Hallmark Channel Announces "Love Ever After" Month with All New Movies
Hallmark Channel Announces "Love Ever After" Month with All New Movies, Return of the Networks Hit Series and More This February
The all new romance movies include "Beverly Hills Wedding" (February 6), "Playing Cupid" (February 13), "Valentine's Again" (February 14), "Mix up in the Mediterranean" (February 20), and "It Was Always You" (February 27).
HALLMARK CHANNEL ANNOUNCES: "LOVE EVER AFTER" MONTH WITH ALL NEW MOVIES, RETURN OF THE NETWORKS HIT SERIES AND MORE THIS FEBRUARY
Hallmark Channel is the place to celebrate love all February, with the network's Love Ever After programming event; celebrating romance, the relationships you have in your community, with your best friends and your pets!
February means the network's beloved series "When Calls the Heart" is back (Sunday, February 21, 9 p.m. ET/PT) with the season eight premiere. All new romance movies premiere in February: "Beverly Hills Wedding" (Saturday, February 6, 9 p.m. ET/PT), "Playing Cupid" (Saturday, February 13, 9 p.m. ET/PT), "Valentine's Again" (Sunday, February 14, 9 p.m. ET/PT), "Mix up in the Mediterranean" (Saturday, February 20, 9 p.m. ET/PT), and "It Was Always You" (Saturday, February 27, 9 p.m. ET/PT). Enjoy the big game with "Kitten Bowl VIII" (Sunday, February 7, 2 p.m. ET/PT) and a very special super Sunday "Golden Girls" marathon (Sunday, February 7, 6 p.m. – 5 a.m. ET/PT).
PREMIERING ON HALLMARK CHANNEL:
'BEVERLY HILLS WEDDING'
A Hallmark Channel Original Movie World Premiere
Saturday, February 6 (9 p.m. ET/PT)
Starring: Brooke D'Orsay, Brendan Penny
When small-town wedding photographer Molly's (D'Orsay) baby sister gets engaged, she enters the budget-conscious couple in a contest and wins a dream wedding – an all-expenses-paid, celeb-worthy event at an historic Beverly Hills hotel, thrown by "planner to the stars," Terrence Roquefort. It all seems perfect, but when the engaged couple seem uneasy with the new plans, and maid of honor duties bring Molly closer to the best man, her ex-boyfriend Cory (Penny), she reconsiders whose dreams she is trying to fulfill.
'KITTEN BOWL VIII'
A Hallmark Channel Original Event
Sunday, February 7 (2 p.m. ET/PT)
Hosted By: Beth Stern, Cameron Mathison, Tamera Mowry-Housley
Adorable and adoptable kittens compete for the coveted Kitten Bowl VIII trophy. Hosted by TV personality and animal advocate, Beth Stern, this year's feline catstravaganza promises to be more PAW-SOME than ever!
'PLAYING CUPID'
Saturday, February 13 (9 p.m. ET/PT)
Starring: Laura Vandervoort, Nicholas Gonzalez
Middle-school teacher, Kerri Fox (Vandervoort), a favorite among her students, assigns a project in her class where each student must create and run his/her own small business. Thirteen-year-old Clara Martinez (Mia Quaranta De La Rosa) decides to put her vast matchmaking skills to the test and becomes Cupid Clara, much to the chagrin of her newly single father, David (Gonzalez). As the weeks progress and Cupid Clara begins to flourish, Kerri gets more than she bargained for when Clara sets her sights on her newly single teacher as a potential match for her divorced dad. Can these two opposites really attract, and will they become yet another successful match for Cupid Clara?
'VALENTINE'S AGAIN'
A Hallmark Channel Original Movie
Sunday, February 14 (9 p.m. ET/PT)
Starring: Nicky Whelan, Greg Vaughan
Katherine endures the worst Valentine's Day date of her life. On her way home a gypsy casts a magical spell on her. The next morning, she soon realizes she's reliving the day until she finds Mr. Right.
'MIX UP IN THE MEDITERRANEAN'
Starring: Jessica Lowndes, Jeremy Jordan
A small-town cook impersonates his big city chef twin to compete in a culinary contest and falls for the woman in charge of the event, who thinks he is the brother who is married.
'WHEN CALLS THE HEART SEASON 8 PREMIERE – 'OPEN SEASON'
A Hallmark Channel Original Series
Starring: Erin Krakow, Jack Wagner, Pascale Hutton, Kavan Smith, Paul Greene, Andrea Brooks, Chris McNally, Kevin McGarry
Elizabeth has finished her manuscript. An unwelcome visitor stirs up trouble for Nathan and Allie. A homesick Rosemary and Lee cut their South American trip short. Faith arrives back from medical school. Clara and Jesse haven't been getting along. Fiona has a new business venture.
'IT WAS ALWAYS YOU'
Starring: Erin Krakow, Tyler Hynes
Elizabeth's engagement plans are thrown into disarray when her fiancée's free-spirited brother David returns home. David's unexpected influence prompts Elizabeth to question her life decisions.
'WHEN CALLS THE HEART – 'HONESTLY, ELIZABETH'
Teryl Rothery guest stars as Helen Bouchard, who starts the edits of Elizabeth's manuscript. When Lee gets injured, a newcomer's words of comfort cause Rosemary to reflect on what she wants in life.
'GOLDEN GIRLS' MARATHON
Sunday, February 7 (6 p.m. – 5 a.m. ET/PT)
Starring: Betty White, Bea Arthur, Estelle Getty, Rue McClanahan
What better way to spend the big game than gathering with your favorite women – Rose, Blanche, Dorothy and Sophia. Grab a cheesecake, your favorite beverage and enjoy hours of this beloved series full of laughs and fun.
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Římskokatolická farnost Dolní Vltavice je zaniklým územním společenstvím římských katolíků v rámci českokrumlovského vikariátu českobudějovické diecéze.

O farnosti

Historie
Plebánie je v místě (Dolní Vltavice nesla tehdy název Heršov) doložena v roce 1355. Duchovní správu zde obstarávali cisterciáci ze Zlaté Koruny. V roce 1958 byl dolnovltavický kostel zatopen v souvislosti se stavbou Lipenské přehradní nádrže. Při nízkém stavu vody nicméně jeho věž vyčnívala nad hladinu a proto byla jeho vyčnívající část následně odstřelena.

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Farnost dne 31.12.2019 zanikla. Jejím právním nástupcem je Římskokatolická farnost Černá v Pošumaví.

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It is a late 19th, perhaps early, early 19th century Italian inlay coffee or tea tray that also plays music (music box style works). The piece measures 24 inches by roughly 11.5 inches wide. It is a dark wood - mahogany with what looks like a lighter stained fruitwood inlay. Please see the photos for design. Some unique factors about this piece are (1) obviously, the wind-up music feature, (2) the veneer marquetry in an ornate and elegant patter as well as (3) wood handles instead of brass - very hard to find on these kind of trays - usually the gallery and handles are brass - in this instance they are delicate wood inlay.
Condition is generally very good - some crackling from age (see photos) but no breaks or loss. There is a minor veneer loss on the side (see photo 5).
Overall impressive for the age. The item "Stunning Antique Italian Tea Coffee Serving Tray, Marquetry Inlay Musical" is in sale since Saturday, January 19, 2019. This item is in the category "Antiques\Decorative Arts\Woodenware\Trays".
The seller is "us-pmich" and is located in Sonoma, California. This item can be shipped worldwide.


Who ever heard of prayers being loaded in a wagon? It seems that a poor man who lived in the country had an accident and broke his leg, which meant he was laid up for a long time, unable to work.
His family was large and he had no money saved, so someone thought it would be a good idea to hold a prayer meeting at the church to pray for the family. The announcement was made, and the night came to hold the prayer meeting. One after another, each believer asked God to help the family, to send them food and care for their needs.
Suddenly, there was a loud knock on the church's door. There stood a young farm boy who said, "My dad could not attend the prayer meeting tonight, so he sent his prayers in a wagon." And there was the wagon, loaded with pumpkins, potatoes, meat, canned goods, apples, and many other produce of the farm.
No doubt the people in the prayer meeting felt ashamed of themselves for asking God to do for the poor man what they themselves should have done. The Lord I'm sure was satisfied with the farmer who sent his "prayers" in a wagon.
The truth is we often waste time asking God to do things which we ought to be doing ourselves. Someone has said that if it is not worthwhile to try to answer our own prayers, we should not bother God with them. Perhaps that farmer should have attended the prayer meeting, but if he was absent because he was busy loading his wagon for the poor man, we can feel sure the Lord excused his absence.
@ Peggy – hey, per your comment on my 'about me' page referring to your comment here on this post….tranquilo! I'm not easily offended and didn't even think you said anything wrong. Besides, you have a right to your opinion, be it what it may. Todo bien.
@CB – so true! I hope your friend takes your good advice. Your goal is a good one for all of us to have as our own.
Sometimes it is if we ask God to send miracle answers to prayers that require our participation. Like asking God for a great job but never applying anywhere.
I have a friend who is single who was always praying for a husband but didn't want to leave the house…I told her she needed to get out and meet people if she wanted to get married. (I'm not talking about going to a bar or anything – our church actually had a single's group).
Right now, my prayer goal is to be more Kingdom focused instead of me focused.
Send me a WAGON! Thank you for this great story on Prayer the day before 10 days of Prayer start leading to May 11th, Prayer Day and then 90 days til Pentecost!
WOW! This is great and I'm so blessed by you!
I understood your itching but you can come back any time and as many times as you like.
But honestly, I am not into all the Mexican celebrations!
I'm glad that you miss them enough to encourage and draw you back here! But celebrations here bring parties in the streets! And music into the wee hours!
And reasons for alcoholism to soar its ugly head!BUT the worse for me are the usual fireworks that get my 5 dogs going and I'm miserable with no where to go! I love the church celebrations…at least they don't have greeting cards like us for all of these(((LOL))) No, I love the happiness of the people and if that requires a party and festivities…so be it!
God bless your preparations for your return!


The Delaware Chancery Court yesterday blocked Anderson, Clayton & Company, the Houston-based consumer products concern, from executing its management-sponsored recapitalization plan.
A preliminary injunction issued by Chancellor William T. Allen gave new life to a takeover bid made by two New York investment houses, Bear, Stearns & Company and Gruss & Company.
The investment houses offered at the end of May to acquire Anderson, Clayton for $655 million, or $54 a share, in cash.
Under Anderson, Clayton's plan, shareholders would receive $37 a share in cash plus a new share valued at up to $10 in exchange for the company's 12.2 million shares outstanding. The plan, which has been valued at $45 a share, was approved by shareholders.
In his ruling, Chancellor Allen said the proxy statements contained data ''that are likely to be found in a final hearing to be misleading'' and that shareholders had an ''extremely short period'' to consider the Bear, Stearns and Gruss offer. The investment houses' offer came a few days before the Anderson, Clayton shareholders were to vote.
Sources close to the case, who asked not to be identified, said the decision was a roadblock to Anderson, Clayton, adding that the company would either have to resolicit shareholders, see the matter through a full trial or appeal the case.
A spokesman for Anderson, Clayton said that the company planned to continue with the recapitalization plan when it was legally possible and offered no further comments.
Some analysts who follow the company said that Anderson, Clayton's best move would be to get Bear, Stearns to sweeten its offer, perhaps to around $56 or $57 a share. Anderson, Clayton stock closed at $54.50 a share, up $1.125, yesterday on the New York Stock Exchange.
Michael Tarnapol of Bear, Stearns said that the investment firms would be willing to discuss all aspects of their offer with Anderson, Clayton.
Sources said that if Anderson, Clayton refused to seriously consider the Bear, Stearns and Gruss offer, the investment banks might resort to a tender offer.
Anderson, Clayton makes Seven Seas salad dressings, Chiffon margarine, Gaines pet foods and Igloo ice chests. It also owns trucking and insurance concerns.
The Quaker Oats Company has said that, if the Bear, Stearns and Gruss offer was successful, it would buy the Gaines pet food subsidiary of Anderson, Clayton. The business is estimated to be worth around $240 million.
Last year Anderson, Clayton earned $16.5 million on sales of $1.83 billion.


Chapter 45. Let's Get Viral!
A client walks into my office and says, "I want you to make me a viral video." My answer? "I'll bet you a million bucks I can't do it." Either way, I win. If you like shooting craps in Vegas, then reaching for a viral video is for you. Indeed, there's more of a chance you're going to find a suitcase full of cash on the subway than there is of producing a video that is going to go viral. However, if you can find a way to produce something viral, the sky is the limit in terms of the benefits it can bring your business. All that being said, it's important to understand what a viral video can do for you.
BlendTec makes high-performance blending and dispensing equipment for restaurants. Not the kind you and I use to make a smoothie in our kitchens, but rather, those expensive blenders used in fancy juice and coffee shops.
Yes, blenders are boring, or so we all thought. It's hard to imagine anything fun, creative, and attention getting to do with a blender right? Not so fast! George Wright, the man behind the WillItBlend.com campaign begs to differ. Here's the story of how one attention-getting idea combined with a viral video campaign shocked the world and exploded profits.


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Ali Arkady, born in 1982, is a photojournalist and filmmaker from Khanaqin, Iraq. He graduated from Khanaqin's Institute of Fine Art in and has worked as an independent photographer since 2006. In 2014, he became a part of the VII Photo Mentor Program. Ali's work has focused on wounded and disabled Iraqis during wartime, as well as the daily life of his countrymen. He has done intimate work on the plight of the Yazidis after their expulsion by ISIS and more recently has produced some of the most important evidence of war crimes in the past 30 years while covering Iraqi forces in the battles for Mosul. He portrays humanitarian conditions and conflicts that Iraq has gone through with sensitivity and an unflinching eye. Ali chose to cover the deteriorating situations of people in his country following the regime change of 2003. This year he won the prestigious Bayeux Prize for War Correspondents and had his work shown as part of the Venice Biennale.
Free Press Awards 2019 Nominations
Ali Arkady wins Prix Bayeux-Calvados

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Lausanne, 21st February 2018 -The ISMF competitions are back in the foothills of the Etna with the European Championships, after six years from the 2012 World Cup.
Everything is ready here in Nicolosi, (Sicily) just few kilometres from the city of Catania. The first competition is the Sprint race scheduled for tomorrow, followed by the Vertical on Thursday 23rd. The Individual race of Saturday 24th closes the European Championships.
All 19 countries competing with the exceptional presence of the Brazil as delegation arrived in the last few days to become familiar with the tracks.
The Local Organising Committee, under the lead of Vasco Agen, unfortunately due to unfavourable weather conditions took the tough decision to move the competitions to Piano Provenzana, on the North ridge of the volcano. The races should have been hosted on the South ridge close to the Rifugio Sapienza.
The parade of the National teams is scheduled for today afternoon in the centre of Nicolosi, while tomorrow the "White Circus" will fly higher up to face the first race. The Sprint race is an exciting mix of speed and technical skills, a really pulse-pounding race.
On Friday 23rd athletes will face with a 650m of difference in height Vertical race. This race, as the Individual race, is open to all FISI memberships. The last race of the 2018 ISMF European Championships will be disputed on Saturday 24th with an Individual race with a 1850m of difference in height spread over four ascents and a section to go through with the skis in the rucksack.
The European titles will be assigned to Cadet, Junior, Under 23 and Senior categories as for the previous races. The track drawn for cadets is 910m long, a little shorter than juniors one, which is a 1350m of positive difference in height.


Traditional living doesn't have to be stuffy! The Taylor Sofa is comfortable AND livable. Soft chenille fabric has an elegant look, but is durable enough for any family room setting. Thick cushioned seats and plenty of toss pillows make it easy to sink into this sofa for an afternoon read or your favorite TV show.
Unique Features: An elegant look, but is durable enough for any family room setting.
Beautiful chenille fabric is luxurious looking and long wearing.
Thick cushioned seats for added comfort.


Gordon Giltrap Sell-Out Show at Rous Lench Village Hall!!!
Gordon Giltrap, the world-famous and magnificently accomplished guitarist came to Rous Lench village hall for a sell-out show on Sat 14th March.
It was the only gig that Gordon played in Worcestershire on his current tour, so given his popularity among fans it was wonderful to welcome many new and first-time visitors to our lovely hall. There were of course many lucky local people who also managed to procure tickets.
Gordon Giltrap's most famous piece of music will be remembered as the theme to the BBC 's "Holiday" programme but he has written many more wonderful pieces. The evening was a mix of music and anecdotes from about his touring and playing with other great bands and musicians.
A Fladbury pie and pea supper was served in the interval, and word has it that the folks at the Fladbury kitchen truly outdid themselves for us.
The bar was open all night, helping to make it a fantastic evening.
We feel really proud to have been able to host such a great performer in our village and hope that we acquired many new fans of our venue who will come along and enjoy future shows and events.


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To provide a leading service that ensures our clients' interiorscapes are not only inspiring and beautiful but also healthy, imparting good well-being for those in its company.
To create vibrant and inspiring interiorscapes that improve the brand image of all businesses and bring client satisfaction. Through contemporary interior plant design ideas, further education for our staff, and excellent customer service inscape promise to provide a commitment to our clients where success is based on long-lasting relationships and client satisfaction.


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28 December 2022 | Paris
A consortium composed of DIF Capital Partners and PGGM has entered exclusive negotiations with EQT Infrastructure to acquire 50 percent of its stake in Saur, a leading provider of water services management solutions in France and internationally
Saur plays an essential part in the societies it operates in, fueled by its mission to protect and preserve water availability and quality, while minimizing discharge through efficient wastewater recycling
The broadened shareholder base adds new resources and expertise to support the continued long-term development of Saur's pure-play water infrastructure platform
DIF Capital Partners is pleased to announce to have formed a consortium with the Dutch pension fund service provider PGGM (together, "the Consortium") to enter exclusive negotiations with EQT Infrastructure III and IV funds (together, "EQT Infrastructure") to acquire 50 percent of its stake in Saur (the "Company"). The Consortium members will each acquire 25 percent of EQT Infrastructure's shares.
Headquartered in Paris, France, Saur is a leading innovator and service provider in the global water sector, working alongside thousands of municipalities across the globe to deliver drinking water and collect wastewater for more than 20 million people. In addition, through its Industrial Water division, the Company provides integrated water infrastructure solutions to hundreds of international blue-chip customers. Saur is present in more than 20 countries and enjoys strong market positions with long-term contracts in France, Portugal, Spain, and the Middle East.
Since the acquisition by EQT Infrastructure in 2018, Saur has undergone a successful commercial and operational transformation along with a refocus on core activities and geographical growth. EQT Infrastructure has supported the launch of a new organizational structure, accelerated organic and inorganic growth through the completion of 15 add-on acquisitions, while supporting expansion to Portugal and North America. Moreover, EQT Infrastructure has helped develop the Company's new Industrial Water division, while implementing an ambitious ESG strategy and digitalization roadmap.
EQT Infrastructure, DIF and PGGM are committed to investing in Saur's long-term development, providing the necessary resources and expertise to secure stability and continuous growth over the coming years. Saur is set to continue its strategic 2030 agenda focused on reinforcing its core water infrastructure activities in France and Iberia, while accelerating organic and inorganic geographic expansion and further developing its Industrial Water Solution division.
For PGGM Infrastructure Fund this acquisition contributes to the overall ambition of PGGM to invest its client PFZW's pension capital in such a way that good and stable financial returns are combined with positive social benefits that improve livability. At the end of Q3 2022, PGGM had invested EUR 44.9 billion in Sustainable Development Investments across different asset classes, of which EUR 1.52 billion has been in water-related investments (SDG 6) in different parts of the world.
Delivering returns responsibly is one of the goals of DIF's investment and asset management strategy, and the envisaged investment in Saur perfectly fits in this approach. DIF already has a strong footprint in water and energy transition investments as part of the more than EUR 15 billion in assets that it manages.
Matthias Fackler, Partner within EQT Infrastructure's Advisory Team, said, "In times of rising concerns around water scarcity, Saur is a critical pillar in the societies it operates in, providing local municipalities and their citizens with clean drinking water and efficient wastewater treatment. EQT Infrastructure is proud of Saur's development so far and we now look forward to entering its next phase of growth journey together with our new partners PGGM and DIF Capital Partners".
Patrick Blethon, Executive Chairman of Saur Group, said, "EQT Infrastructure has been and will continue to be our partner in the construction and execution of the group's transformation and growth acceleration strategy, mobilizing its platform to serve our corporate project. Welcoming PGGM and DIF Capital Partners onboard alongside EQT Infrastructure represents a great opportunity for Saur to develop faster and stronger."
Dennis van Alphen, Head of Infrastructure at PGGM, said, "In today's investment environment it is more and more important that pension capital is invested not just for financial return but to make an active contribution to society's challenges. The envisaged investment in Saur is a seamless fit with that strategy, providing communities and companies across the world with access to clean water. We are excited to embark on this journey with our partner DIF Capital Partners and EQT Infrastructure."
Gijs Voskuyl, Partner and Head of Infrastructure at DIF Capital Partners, said, "DIF is very excited to partner with PGGM and EQT Infrastructure in this transaction in the water sector. Saur has a very sizable and largely concession-based position in the French and Iberian Peninsula water sector and has strong growth potential, especially in the industrial water space. DIF firmly believes in Saur's management team and looks forward to jointly growing the company towards being a sustainable leader in the industry."
The transaction is subject to customary conditions and approvals and is expected to close in Q2 2023.
EQT Infrastructure was advised by Rothschild & Co. PGGM and DIF were advised by UBS.
About DIF Capital Partners
DIF Capital Partners is an independent infrastructure fund manager, with more than EUR 15 billion of AUM. DIF was founded in 2005 and has built a leading position in managing mid-market investments, primarily in Europe, North America and Australia.
DIF follows two strategies: its traditional DIF funds, of which DIF VII is the latest fund in the series, invest in lower risk mid-sized infrastructure projects and companies in the energy transition (incl. renewables) and utilities sector, as well as PPPs and concessions. The firm's CIF funds invest in small to mid-sized companies that will thrive in the new economy. These companies are typically active in the digital, energy transition and sustainable transportation sector.
With a team of over 200 professionals in 11 offices, DIF Capital Partners offers a unique market approach combining global presence with the benefits of strong local networks and investment capabilities. DIF is located in Amsterdam (Schiphol), Frankfurt, Helsinki, London, Luxembourg, Madrid, New York, Paris, Santiago, Sydney and Toronto.
For more information please visit www.dif.eu.
Contact DIF: Thijs Verburg, t.verburg@dif.eu
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Dina's Dirt for July 18, 2019.
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So, it looks like Courteney Cox has delayed her wedding to longtime love, Johnny McDaid, once again. Courtney and Johnny had planned on getting married back in 2015, when her daughter Coco was eleven years old. But at that time, she was going through a divorce from...
Pink is finally sick of all the mom-shaming she gets on social media. She always ends up having to defend herself, like most recently when people criticized her for letting her kids run at the Holocaust Memorial in Berlin. While some people said it was...
We told you before that "Teen Mom OG" star Amber Portwood was arrested for domestic battery. Because of that, she wasn't able to attend the "Teen Mom OG" season eight reunion taping, according to Us Weekly. But that's not the worst part of her situation. If Amber is...
Channing Tatum is in awe over this new app he discovered called "The Pattern." "The Pattern" is described as "a social network that helps you better understand yourself and connect with others on a deeper level." All you have to do is enter your birth date and...
According to TMZ, Dina Lohan and her long-distance man have called it quits. The main reason Dina dumped Jesse Nader was because he was friends with her ex-husband, Michael. She was already mad at Jesse for going to the media with her personal business, but his...
Nicole Kidman is so happy to share that she has gotten, for the first time in her whole life, at the age of 52….a dog! She shared a photo of herself snuggling up to what looks to be a small poodle. She wrote, "My first puppy. Actually, my first dog. Been waiting my...
Victoria Beckham is opening up about her decision to skip the Spice Girls reunion tour. She told Vogue Germany, "It took me a lot of courage not to go on tour with the Spice Girls again, but to be the one who says, 'You know, I'm not doing it because things feel...
Dina's Dirt for July 9, 2019.
Did Britney Spears break up with her boyfriend of two years, Sam Asghari? Fans think so after she shared a cryptic post on Instagram. On Sunday, she shared a quote by K. Towne Jr. that read, "Our lives may not have fit together, but ohhh did our souls know how to...
Share a picture of your kid, get mom-shamed. Isn't that the way social media works? According to The Blast, Hilary Duff is being accused of child abuse…for piercing her eight-month-old daughter's ears. She shared a picture of Banks Violet Bair sporting a pair of...
A comedienne is Scotland, Rachel Jackson, says she met Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson on the red carpet, and she's had a burning question since she met him 14 months ago – what was HIS question? He was about to ask her a question when his people pulled him away, but...


There are very few people lucky enough to be able to say that they have never lost a night's sleep for one reason or another. Even if you are one of the fortunate few and fall into a deep slumber the moment your head hits the pillow, worry, unfamiliar surroundings, noise and pain are just some of the reasons why almost everyone experiences insomnia (sleeplessness) on occasions.
Sleep gives our bodies the opportunity to repair themselves and our minds a chance to rest. Without enough sleep, we feel irritable and inefficient, and we are less able to concentrate on our daily tasks. Each individual needs a different amount of sleep, ranging from a brisk five hours to an indolent 12, although seven hours is about the average. The amount of sleep we need to revitalize and function efficiently during the day also changes as we grow older. Young babies sleep for up to 18 hours each day, but by the time we are elderly, this total has been cut to somewhere in the region of five or six hours. We also tend to wake more during the night as we age and take longer to get to sleep in the first place.
These are normal sleep patterns that alter as progress through life. Insomniacs, on the other hand, have regular difficulty in falling asleep, wake frequently and are restless throughout the night, and often wake early only to feel tired during the day. The effects of a few broken nights are not serious but, for insomniacs, sleeplessness can last years. They frequently find themselves in the relentless, vicious circle of overtiredness and worrying so much about the need for sleep that they cannot relax enough to drop off.
Sleeplessness, unless very prolonged or total (no sleep at all), can safely be assessed by Ayurvedic practitioners initially. The approach to insomnia looks at the reasons behind a patient's inability to sleep properly; we will advise an appropriate treatment that addresses the root causes of this problem, so that long-term improvement can be brought about.
As with many illnesses, a good place to start is with nutrition. Certain foods such as coffee can act as stimulants which keep us awake, while adequate intake of vitamins and minerals can be important in helping us get a good night's sleep. Allergic reaction can affect sleep – a certain food eaten at 7.30pm can activate adrenaline, which will wake you up at two in the morning.
There is a range of supportive treatments and self-care advice detailed in this section, which will further enhance the quality of sleep.
According to the principles of Ayurveda, the causes of insomnia may be physical, mental or environmental. If the cause is physical, treatments to reduce Vata (the driving force which controls the nervous system and all energies in the body) are indicated. Ayurvedic oral preparations to maintain good bowel movements and special herbal preparations, which have a hypnotic effect or are calming to the nerves, are given. Shiro Dhara (herbal oil treatment to the scalp) is recommended, together with a special oil massage. Detoxification of the person should be must before main therapy.


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Q: How do I add a custom field to the login dialog? When the screensaver has been disturbed, or the computer wakes from sleep, my system asks for a password.  I would like to add to this dialog. Along with username and password, there would be a third field asking for user text input on what they would like to do at the computer. After a successful login, the Automator would take the user input and put it in a stickie note in the corner of the desktop.
This is for productivity purposes, as I always get distracted whenever I go to the computer and after a long time surfing the internet, I forget what I actually logged on for.
I have seen a lot of questions & answers on adding your own text message to the login window, but not any on adding a user input text field.  I have a vague idea of how this might work (which could be totally wrong), but here is what I think:

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*I need to edit the com.apple.loginwindow.plist and add a custom field that asks for user input? (is this possible?)

*Use Automator to paste the user input into a Stickie.

*Somehow run a shell script to have the Automator perform this action after every login. (or do I even need this b/c I can do that in the Automator?)
Also not sure: so I need to use AppleScript?
Thanks for any help.  I am on Snow Leopard by the way.

A: Probably not.
I would imagine that the lock screen is locked down fairly tight - imagine a piece of malware that did just that - except the Automator action sent the password to a server in Bangladesh.

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