Chicago—ALA Publishing eLearning Solutions announces a new iteration of our popular eCourse, Introduction to Critical Information Literacy: Promoting Social Justice through Librarianship. Dawn Stahura and Des Alaniz will serve as the instructors for a 5-week facilitated eCourse starting on Monday, November 5, 2018.
Librarians have a long history of fighting for social justice, and today the need to continue the fight seems as strong as ever. You may find that members of your community are eager to get involved as well, but how can you help them? How can you provide them with resources that you know are unbiased, reliable, and accurate?
In this eCourse, information literacy experts Dawn Stahura and Des Alaniz will show you how. Together, you'll look at instruction sessions through the lens of critical information literacy, discussing the inherent biases and systemic oppression in how information is disseminated and processed. This eCourse will provide you with useful strategies to incorporate the process of knowledge creation into your instruction sessions, while highlighting the racial disparities found in publishing.
Throughout the eCourse, you, along with your instructors and fellow participants, will discuss the creation of critical annotated bibliographies and ho your students can take evaluation a step further and learn more effective ways to evaluate sources. You will look at alternative texts and resources to not only humanize the research process but address the lack of marginalized voices in the scholarly pursuit for information.
Each week will consist of a discussion board question, readings, and an assignment that allow students to practice incorporating each week's theme into an instruction session.
Week 2: Inherent biases in subject headings, Library of Congress subject headings, and controlled vocabulary.
Week 3: Process of knowledge creation and critical annotated bibliographies.
Week 4: Evaluation of sources, fake news sites, and critical cultural producers.
Week 5: Zines and other alternative media.
Dawn Stahura is a Research and Instruction Librarian for the Social Sciences and the Zine Librarian at Simmons College. Stahura is an adjunct faculty teaching Reference and Information Sources for Simmons College. Along with her normal duties on the reference desk, she teaches instructional sessions, does one-on-one research consultations with students and faculty, and works closely with several faculty members to include zines in their course curricula as primary sources. Her instruction sessions are focused on critical information literacy, drawing awareness to the inherent biases found in library systems as well as critically evaluating sources. She also works closely with the Coordinator of Violence Prevention Outreach at Simmons on a variety of events focused on activism, social justice, consent, and craftivism.
Des Alaniz is a queer, nonbinary chicane/librarian/archivist/zinester who lives in Boston with their handsome kitty Ze. Des is interested in community and nontraditional archives, outreach, and instruction.
Registration for this ALA Publishing eLearning Solutions facilitated eCourse, which begins on November 5, 2018, can be purchased at the ALA Store. Participants in this course will need regular access to a computer with an internet connection for online message board participation, viewing online video, listening to streaming audio (MP3 files), and downloading and viewing PDF and PowerPoint files.


The art world as we know it is changing, and digital art is gaining a strong foothold in it...come learn the basic tools of the trade, so you won't miss out on all the new possibilities of creating your artwork with digital painting methods.
This is a class based on traditional techniques - but with a digital twist.
Starting with a very simple painting, I will introduce you to the tools you will be using to create your first digital masterpiece, using your ipad, and a simple digital painting program.
• which painting software to get - it's a big pond to fish from out there.
• What do do with your finished painting - creating the right file type for social media, printing, etc.
• you should know the meanings of the words "file", "copy", "paste", "save", "select"
• patience: new skills take a lot of that.
• humor: life is too short not to laugh at it.
• Stylus if you have one - best would be a pressure-sensitive one, if you have it. No worries if you do not - we will "finger-paint"
• notepad for notes, ideas, tips, and tricks.
Group size is limited to 6 people for this beginning class.
Class location: if you have a group of 6 together already, we can arrange for me to travel to you, to save on costs and timel - contact the studio for inquiries: (864) 634-2150.
Mixed group will meet in Anderson, SC, location to be announced a few days prior to class on the Sheep Incognito Facebook page: http://www.facebook.com/sheepincognito.
Anderson, SC has quite a few good hotels, restaurants, etc. - it is right by Lake Hartwell, which is a vacation destination for many.
Lake house, cabins, hotels, rentals, etc. are all available online.
Snacks, coffee, drinks, will be provided...let us know of any food allergies when you register.
Cancellations with full refund up to 14 days before the event. Cancellations 14 days - 5 days before the event will be a 50% refund. Cancellations after 5 days before the event will not be refunded.
Each event is approx. 5 hours long, 10 am to 12am, 1:30pm-4:30pm - times are flexible to a degree, so we can make sure you leave with what you need to continue at home.
We really look forward to spending time with you, and getting to see what you create!


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Transgender student policy and procedure.
(1)(a) By January 31, 2020, each school district must adopt or amend if necessary policies and procedures that, at a minimum, incorporate all the elements of the model transgender student policy and procedure described in subsection (3) of this section.
(b) School districts must share the policies and procedures that meet the requirements of (a) of this subsection with parents or guardians, students, volunteers, and school employees in accordance with rules adopted by the office of the superintendent of public instruction.
(c)(i) Each school district must designate one person in the school district as the primary contact regarding the policies and procedures relating to transgender students that meet the requirements of (a) of this subsection. In addition to any other duties required by law and the school district, the primary contact must:
(A) Ensure the implementation of the policies and procedures relating to transgender students that meet the requirements of (a) of this subsection;
(B) Receive copies of all formal and informal complaints relating to transgender students;
(C) Communicate with the school district employees responsible for monitoring school district compliance with this chapter, and the primary contact regarding the school district's policy and procedure prohibiting harassment, intimidation, and bullying under RCW 28A.600.477; and
(D) Serve as the primary contact between the school district, the office of the education ombuds, and the office of the superintendent of public instruction on policies and procedures relating to transgender students that meet the requirements of (a) of this subsection.
(ii) The primary contact from each school district must attend at least one training class as provided in RCW 28A.600.477, once this training is available.
(iii) The primary contact may also serve as the primary contact regarding the school district's policy and procedure prohibiting harassment, intimidation, and bullying under RCW 28A.600.477.
(2) As required by the office of the superintendent of public instruction, each school district must provide to the office of the superintendent of public instruction its policies and procedures relating to transgender students that meet the requirements of subsection (1)(a) of this section.
(3)(a) By September 1, 2019, and periodically thereafter, the Washington state school directors' association must collaborate with the office of the superintendent of public instruction to develop and update a model transgender student policy and procedure.
(b) The elements of the model transgender student policy and procedure must, at a minimum: Incorporate the office of the superintendent of public instruction's rules and guidelines developed under RCW 28A.642.020 to eliminate discrimination in Washington public schools on the basis of gender identity and expression; address the unique challenges and needs faced by transgender students in public schools; and describe the application of the model policy and procedure prohibiting harassment, intimidation, and bullying, required under RCW 28A.600.477, to transgender students.
(c) The office of the superintendent of public instruction and the Washington state school directors' association must maintain the model policy and procedure on each agency's website at no cost to school districts.
(4)(a) By December 31, 2020, the office of the superintendent of public instruction must develop online training material available to all school staff based on the model transgender student policy and procedure described in subsection (3) of this section and the office of the superintendent of public instruction's rules and guidance as provided under this chapter.
(b) The online training material must describe the role of school district primary contacts for monitoring school district compliance with this chapter prohibiting discrimination in public schools, RCW 28A.600.477 related to the policies and procedures prohibiting harassment, intimidation, and bullying, and this section related to policies and procedures relating to transgender students.
(c) The online training material must include best practices for policy and procedure implementation and cultural change that are guided by school district experiences.
(d) The office of the superintendent of public instruction must annually notify school districts of the availability of the online training material.
[ 2019 c 194 § 2.]

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What´s TRUE on that?!
In Greek mythology, the Amazons were a nation of militant women, who used various weapons and ride on horses. But this nation wasn´t only myth, Greek historians describing them as an existing nation located in the area from the northern coast of Asia Minor under Caucasus to the territory of today´s Crimea. They did not have a single state, but lived in smaller groups under matriarchal arrangement.
In mythology helped Amazons in Trojan War again the Greeks. Next, they can be find also in myth of Heracles, in his ninth labor, for which he must bring the belt of Hippolyte, the queen of Amazons.
There is an idea, that these warriors were cutting their right breast, but this is not true. Part of their name ´mazon´ sound like Greek word which mean without breast. In fact, no of the artist never depicted them only with one breast.
Also, Amazons are depicted as women society in matriarchal arrangement, which hated men, and have men only because of children. But, we must mention also that another Greek name for Amazon was translated as ´equals to men´ and poets called these warriors as man-lovers. Even in myth of Heracles, Hippolyte felt in love with Heracles and wanted to give him her belt.
We can think that the story of Amazons is based on existing warriors from distant countries. In the nomadic tribes from the eastern steppes came from Scythian warriors, where were fighting also women. Archeological researches confirmed that every fourth women was buried with weapons.
But all around the world are experts discovering graves of women, which were buried as warriors. For example, for a long time, people thought that Viking warriors were only men, because of the attributes considered to be male like shields and swords. But after DNA analysis was proved that in grave Bj 581 on Björkö Island was buried woman. Warrior was buried together with sword, arrows, two horses and a game set, which indicated that the owner worked as a tactician.
From modern women warrior group we can mention Dahomey Fighters, a group of women, whose original aim was to hunt an elephants, because of food. However, in 17th century they became the personal security of the king. At the end of the 19th century was unit destroyed in the attack of the French city.
Amazon warriors were more real that only myth and in different history times and on different places. Amazon-like warriors could be finding even in the Egypt, Persia, Caucasia, Central Asia, India, China, Japan and so on.
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Heather Mills is poised to buy a £2.5million flat in New York – keeping her promise to leave Britain after her divorce from Sir Paul McCartney.
The 40-year-old has signed contracts on a two-bedroom apartment in the trendy West Village. 'It's a very special property,' an insider said.
'She will have some pretty important neighbours.' Mills has decided to cross the pond since winning a £24.3million divorce settlement in March.
The posh, loft-style pad is in a glass skyscraper designed by American architect Richard Meier.
Other past owners of the flats inside include Nicole Kidman and Calvin Klein.
Animal rights activist Mills will have fantastic views of the Statue of Liberty and the Empire State Building.
Her new home is '1,808 sq ft with a living-dining space running the full length of the building'. It is decked out with temperature-controlled blinds and 'zen-like furnishings', estate agent Brown Harris Stevens said.
She can take advantage of a doorman, a gym and – for her strict vegan diet – a butler service provided by the prestigious restaurant downstairs.
Wilbur Gonzalez, an estate agent who has another flat on a lower floor up for sale for £2million, insisted the building was very prestigious.
He added: 'It has the cachet and amenities to attract a bold-face crowd.' Mills will feel right at home, then.


This course will give you the knowledge and skills that you need to work in the fast-growing financial sector. Whether you're already working in this dynamic industry or fancy a change of direction, you'll leave this course with the right balance of academic knowledge and workplace experience to start your dream career. With over 2 million people in the UK employed in the financial services sector, there are career opportunities in areas such as accountancy and finance, banks and building societies, financial planning, insurance or investments and pensions.
You will be taught through a mixture of lectures, workshops, tutorials and computer lab-based sessions, supported by online learning materials. Work based learning is a vital part of the foundation degree to give you valuable experience to maximise your employment prospects.
Usually 160 UCAS points and/or relevant experience of working in the industry. For those who don't have the right qualifications, each case will be considered individually.


The Associate Council is made up of vendors, suppliers, trades, Realtors™, mortgage lenders and more. Making up about 50% of the membership, associates are the heart of GHBA. There is a place for everyone in the Associate Council.
Monthly luncheons provide valuable opportunities to network with peers, develop relationships with potential clients, share ideas and contribute your expertise. Fun networking events, tournaments and charitable projects hosted by the Associate Council provide direct access to your target audience—the builder/remodeler community.
Luncheons typically feature a "builder speaker" who will discuss topics such as, "How to Market to Builders," "The Right and Wrong Way to Make Sales Calls," and other tips for interacting with builder/remodeler members.
A raffle drawing is held at each meeting, and the winner gets their picture with the speaker in Houston Builder magazine and will be invited to an exclusive end of the year party along with the other drawing winners and all of the guest speakers for the year.
All GHBA members are invited to attend. Registration is required.
Tee up for networking at the annual Spring Golf Tournament! Organized as four-person scramble with awards presented to the top teams. Typically held in March/April.
Can you handle the heat? Your taste buds are in for a treat at the annual Chili & Salsa Cookoff. Enter as a cooking team or just swing by and enjoy a delicious meal, live entertainment and networking. Typically held in February.
GHBA welcomes all of its members to not only compete but to judge this cookoff competition. Come out to support your favorite teams, enjoy great food and network with other members in a fun, relaxed setting. Held in November.
The Frank Aranza "Adopt-a-Family Project" is a long-standing GHBA tradition. Share in the joy by adopting a family ranging in size from 2 to 10 and provide children's gifts, basic necessities like food and hygiene items, and even holiday trimmings. Gifts are hand-delivered by our holiday "elves" on the first Saturday of December.
The Associate Council is proud to offer the annual GHBA Scholarship Program, which provides assistance to members' children in pursuing a college degree.
These scholarships are made possible through the donations of generous members. All funds donated go directly to student scholarships.
Eligibility: Every employee of a member company is eligible for their child to apply.
Active participation is an essential tool in getting the most out of your membership.


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UFC Fights No Longer Available Through Cable and Satellite Providers
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If you want to watch some upcoming UFC PPV events, you are gonna have to go through ESPN. According to Sports Business Journal, the two companies have agreed to allow ESPN+ to become the MMA outfit's exclusive PPV provider.
What does that mean for you? Well, all UFC events will not be available from any Cable, Satellite or Telco provider. All UFC viewers will have to subscribe to ESPN+ and then order the PPV event through that platform for an incremental fee.
Endeavor President Mark Shapiro, whose company owns UFC, said in a statement: "We're really redefining the pay-per-view business, It's evolving the pay-per-view model to be more in line with how fans are watching sports today."
ESPN does not plan to sell UFC PPVs through other distributors though UFC will sell PPV rights for bars and restaurants. The change will begin with UFC 236 on April 13, 2019.
Source: sportsbusinessdaily
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The Best Free Online Shooting Game
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Kartini Masa Kini Dan Teknologi Masa Kini
Kartini masa kini dan teknologi masa kini. Seperti yang diketahui semua orang bahwa setiap tanggal 21 April tiap tahun diperingati sebagai hari kartini. Tanggal 21 april merupakan hari untuk memperingati jasa-jasa beliau salah satu pahlawan wanita yang Indonesia miliki yaitu Raden Ajeng Kartini. Kartini sang pelopor kebangkitan wanita-wanita di Indonesia. Semangat yang di ajarkan kartini akan terus mendarah daging dalam diri wanita-wanita Indonesia untuk setiap generasi dan pastinya ikut mengikuti alur perkembangan zaman.
Di era saat ini wanita tidak hanya soal mengurus segala keperluan dan kebutuhan rumah tangga saja. Wanita-wanita saat ini juga turut andil berperan dalam meningkatkan perekonomian keluarganya, daerahnya atau bahkan bangsanya. Salah satu contohnyan yaitu arni susanti yang merupakan salah satu kartini masa kini. Arni yang telah berusia 33 tahun ini tengah mengelola bisnis keluarganya hingga menjadi salah satu penggerak ekonomi di daerahnya yaitu kota padang sumatera barat. Arni memiliki suatu bisnis di bidang makanan ringan semenjak 2015 lalu.
Dalam kegiatan produksinya, arni dibantu 3 orang karyawannya. Arni dalam usahnya memproduksi berbagai jenis camilan seperti marning jagung, serundeng talas serta serundeng ubi. Camilan-camilan ini tidak hanya dijual di toko secara fisik saja, namun arni menjual secara online dengan memanfaatkan kecanggihan teknologi masa kini. Arni pun juga mempunyai banyak reseller yang tesebar di berabgai kota-kota di Indonesia. Dengan adanya reseller akan lebih mempermudah arni dalam memasarkan produknya ke seluruh Indonesia bahkan mancanegara.
Arni mengelola bisnis ini selama enam tahun menghadapi banyak sekali tantangan dalam berbisnis. Mulai dari terbatasnya modal yang dimiliki, hingga mengalami kesulitan dalam mengatur keuangan bahkan menurunnya tingkat permintaaan produk. Namun arni mampu mengatasi tantangan itu semua dengan melatih kemampuan pemasaran digital yang dimiliki arni. Dari hal itu arni mengetahuo mengenai program gapura digital dan womenwill hingga arni sering mengiktui kelas tersebut. Hingga membuat arni terpilih sebagai salah satu fasilitator womenwill yang ada di padang.
Salah satu kartini masa kini selanjutnya yaitu monika diah pramodho sang mantan karyawan bank. Ia keluar dari zona nyamannya setelah 11 tahun berkarir di dunia perbankan. Perempuan dengan usia kepala 4 ini saat ini menekuni bisnis kue dengan tujuan bisa berbisnis namun tak melupakan kodrat dia sebagai wanita dengan mengurus keluarganya. Wanita pebisnis yang panggilan akrabnya adalah monik mendirikan usaha Karin kukis pada bulan desember 2004 lalu yang menjual aneka kue kering saat hari raya idul fitri. Monik juga memasarkan produk kue kering, kue basah bahkan kue ulang tahun dengan memanfaatkan kecanggihan teknologi masa kini.
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Semakin ketatnya persaingan,monik pun melakukan berbagai inovasi di kue keringnya.mulai dari menjual kue kering dengan berbagai karakter yang dikemas plastik hingga buket kue. Dalam berbisnis selama 15 tahun berbisnis, monik dapat melihat pergeseran dari pola belanja konsumen yang semakin kesini semakin menginginkan kecepatan serta kemudahan dalam berbelanja. Karena hal ini, monik memanfaatkan teknologi yang ada di internet untuk meningkatkan produknya. Saat pandemi covid 19 seperti sekarang, penjualan kue di Karin kukis mengalami penurunan yang signifikan. Namun monik memiliki keyakinan yang kuat jika usahanya ini akan meningkatkan setelah pandemi covid 19 ini berlalu.
Itulah beberapa contoh kartini masa kini yang memanfatkan keberadaan teknologi masa kini. Semoga ulasan ini dapat memberikan motivasi khususnya untuk wanita-wanita tangguh yang ada di Indonesia.
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How to Download the Best Modern Combat Game
There are many great games available to download onto your computer for free. The shooting game is one of them and here is a quick guide on how to download the best Modern Combat game.
The main aim of any Modern Combat game is to eliminate enemies and win at the end of the game. The good news is that this type of game is incredibly popular and is enjoyed by countless people.
One way of ensuring you get to play this game for free is to use the internet to find a number of free downloadable games for the PC. These types of games are a lot easier to find because there are so many of them and it is very easy to sign up with several websites offering it.
It is important that you play each of the different types of game on offer to gain an understanding of them. This is a good way of ensuring you are going to be able to move on to other games once you have found the game you are most interested in.
The best online shooting game for you may well differ depending on your preferences. The types of games that you want to try are going to depend on what type of game you want to play.
If you want a pure, single player game then you are going to be looking for something that is more of a linear shooter such as Counter-Strike or Day of Defeat. These types of games allow you to shoot at other people and they will shoot back at you.
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However, if you are looking for something that is more challenging then you may want to consider the type of game known as Stealth. This type of game requires you to use cover as well as the strategy to achieve success.
There are numerous different types of games available for download onto your computer. The best strategy is to take your time when searching for the perfect game so that you can take as much time as you need in order to decide which one is the right one for you.
Sniper Assassin Review
You are an assassin, hunting for your next target to eliminate. How can you accomplish this? It's simple, you kill them before they kill you. With Sniper Assassin you have the opportunity to become a sniper as your primary and secondary weapon, and the ability to choose your target, as well as to customize your armor, weapon, and even your look.
Sniper Assassin is a fully automated shooting game. There are no enemies to shoot. It is played with a mouse and keyboard, using the arrow keys to move your character around, and the spaces to activate different weapons. It's a shooting game that has you shooting at enemies from a first person perspective. Enemies come in different sizes, some of which can be eliminated instantly, others take a little more time, but without taking down your armor.
The way it works is that each time you get a shot on a target, you will be shown a series of icons on the screen. At the bottom of the screen you will see a bullet icon. This means that your target has been hit, or that it has died. If you want to get your reward for that kill, you need to click on the arrow button.
The advantages of playing Sniper Assassin is that it has its own story. You don't have to worry about reading a boring story of good guys vs. bad guys. It's up to you whether you shoot or run, and that is your choice.
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Even if you have the entire armor, you can still be killed if you are shot in the head or the neck. It's very much like the old days of playing Atari, where if you were shot in the knee, your character would fall over dead.
Characters can die as easily as heads. Characters can die because of a hit in the chest, chest, stomach, groin, or stomach. It all depends on what type of character you are. There are monsters, which can't be killed even with a single shot, and there are also humans, which can be killed with one shot.
There are different types of enemies you can face. Some of them have heads that blow up when you shoot them, some of them have legs that explode when shot, and some of them even have their insides splattered on the ground when you shoot them. This is a game with a lot of diversity, and you can choose which type of enemy you want to face.
Sniper Assassin is a very fast-paced shooting game. You can easily become a professional assassin with just a few quick clicks.
Hitman – The Shooting Game
The "Hitman" series by IO Interactive is a unique shooting game where the player chooses his or her assassin and kills people. The different kinds of assassins available are selected from a selection menu before starting the game.
The storyline in this game is about a former American soldier who uses his military training and experience to become a hitman. He has all the skills he needs to complete the assignments assigned to him by his boss, director John Luther. His mission, however, is to protect one particular woman, Alicia, while she is staying in Rome, Italy.
Hitman: Blood Money by IO Interactive also includes a main storyline, although the two games are very different. In this game, players play as agents 47, an assassin who killed two people in the last mission. He now needs to kill a businessman named Sal Marcano and protect his family while doing so.
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In Hitman: Absolution, Agent 47 must solve the case of a missing baby that has been kidnapped. He has the ability to cut off a person's arm and head using a saw and also a knife and stun an opponent. He can escape from any location at will. In addition, he can use firearms and explosives.
In addition to the original gameplay, Hitman is also considered to be a very enjoyable shooting game. The main character, which is Agent 47, moves at a very fast pace and can do a lot of damage to his opponents. If you like shooting games where you kill as many people as possible in a short time, then Hitman is the right game for you.
The characters of Blood Money are more action-oriented than the previous one. Many of the characters are aggressive and make decisions based on their own agendas.
This game is also different in that the gun types available, such as pistols, shotguns, submachine guns, automatic weapons, and sniper rifles, are more deadly than in other shooting games. Most of the weapons are appropriate for various environments and all are available for purchase at the start of the game.
The best part about Hitman is that you can replay missions from each level, provided you have completed all the objectives of the previous levels. In addition, the replay feature of this game makes it so you can try out different ways to complete your missions. So if you enjoyed the game in the first level, you can replay it and try out the different tactics you can use.
What is Half-Life? – An Alien Killing Game With Half-Life Source Code
It's true, in Half-Life there are a lot of sci-fi games. The best way to compare these is to compare Half-Life with the Alien game. Many fans say that the unique atmosphere of the Half-Life game is a direct copy of the Xeno game from the famous movie Alien.
Aliens was first released in 1979 and has a huge fan base. Many people are unable to stop talking about it for a long time. The movie had a lot of things that are unique that you cannot find in a shooting game today.
The plot of the movie Alien was very complex and different from the current version of Half-Life. The movie had a good story line and was very original. The movie had aliens that were affected by some unknown substance that caused them to change into a new life form. The only way to save the world was to activate an alien bomb.
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In the movie Alien, it was made to look like the Xenomorph which was the name of the alien. It had a long body and several arms. Although, most of the time, the aliens were portrayed as humans, there were some who argued that they should have been treated differently.
The human characters in the movie were mostly afraid of the alien and afraid of what it could do, which made the movie frightening and gives you a sense of anxiety while playing the game. The Half-Life games have been compared to the Alien game. There is a great alien in the Half-Life game.
The newest Half-Life is still very impressive, even if it does not have the story of the Alien film. However, it has a totally different feel from the game, while keeping the original Half-Life's feeling and sounds. The audio effects that Half-Life has been much better than the onesof the game.
However, the graphics and the sound effects are very bad compared to other shooting games, such as Star Wars: Epic Battles. If you want a game that is very different, then you should play Half-Life.
You can make a lot of money with this fun game, because it is very addictive. The enemies that are in the game to make it fun and challenging.
Bullet Force Review – What You Need to Know About This New Shooting Game
If you're looking for a new shooting game on the iPad, then Bullet Force might be just what you need. I reviewed it and here's my review of it:
Now, before I go into Bullet Force and what it has to offer, let me first talk about why I think it's one of the better shooting games for the iPad. It seems that a lot of these games for the iPad have had a very similar plot as all the other games. Whereas some of the other games have been quite solid in their execution, there are a few that come across as too much of a one-note humor approach.
But that being said, Bullet Force takes its direction from more of a Flash inspired shooting style. This allows it to come across as an original game from the onset.
Bullet Force is similar to a game called Kill Zone. The only difference is that Bullet Force takes its inspiration from the Doom games, while Kill Zone takes its inspiration from the Half Life games.
So what's the main idea behind Bullet Force? Well, the main concept is to shoot down bullets while avoiding walls and other obstacles.
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Bullet Force is a bit of a tricky shooter. For the most part, you can be very successful but have a few failures due to poor strategies. With this, you really do need to practice playing it and making sure that you're using the right strategies to use your bullets.
If you're interested in trying this game out, you'll need to download it to your iPad. It's only been made available for a while but if you're a fan of the game and wish to try this game, you'll be able to download it today.
Overall, Bullet Force is a fun game to play well. If you're looking for a unique new type of shooting game, Bullet Force could be exactly what you're looking for. But like any other game, there are many other shooters out there that are similar in some ways, so be sure to look around a bit before you decide which one to buy.
Sniper Fury Review
Being a sniper, Sniper Fury will put you right into the thick of things as a sniper. The game is pretty simple to get into. There are two main sniper rifles to choose from, each with its own scope. There are a wide variety of weapons and gadgets that are available in the game.
As the player, you must be aware of your surroundings and spot your enemy targets. Each of the three stages of the game is short. Each stage has only two levels. There are also multiple difficulties available. The graphics are pretty good, especially on the higher end machines.
Sniper Fury is available on the Wii, the PSP, and Xbox 360. It looks like the Wii version will feature more enemies, but we haven't had a chance to test it out. The PS3 version is on sale now for a very reasonable price. The price is quite reasonable considering the kind of game that you are getting.
This online game offers a number of maps to choose from. You are also given the option to choose from a number of difficulty levels. This game is great fun, no matter what kind of level you are at.
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This sniper game has a sound interface, which can be quite impressive. In general, each level has an icon on the screen. When the icon is clicked, you will get to a shooting game. The sound of the gun firing and other sounds like your ammo is almost ready are there to make the game a little more realistic. There are also some graphical errors, but it is much less of a problem than it might be on other games.
Shooting games with this type of interface are excellent. The controls aren't too difficult to figure out, and it really isn't difficult to get the hang of them. The game is a lot of fun.
The Sniper Fury Shooter is easy to use but doesn't have a lot of options. That is the first downside of the game. You won't find a lot of settings that you can tweak, but it's not a big deal.
This shooter has an innovative interface and does a great job with its shooting game. If you want a very fun shooting game with minimal controls, you should really look into this one.
Guide to Playing Overwatch Free
We've been talking about a shooting game, but what about something entirely different? You can do just that with Overwatch. If you are a fan of traditional first person shooter games, you might want to give this game a shot. This particular game does not follow the traditional gameplay elements of its peers.
So how do you get into Overwatch? In order to play, you need to download the software onto your computer. However, keep in mind that this is a closed beta test so some bugs might still be present as of yet.
Once you have downloaded the program and have an internet connection, Overwatch launches to show you the main menu. From here, you will be able to see the different game modes, or game modes. There are seven different game modes: Search and Destroy, Assault, Escort, Hybrid, Payload, Hybrid and Lijiang Tower.
Once you have selected a game mode, you will then be asked to choose a team. This selection is based on what type of game you are interested in playing. Some of the other options include what game modes you would like to play as well as how many players you would like to play with.
Once you have chosen a game mode, you will be prompted to pick your character for Overwatch. You will then be given a code for the character, which must be entered when prompted by the program. If you are not sure what you are doing, you can also use your Google login as a reference.
Once you have filled out the code, Overwatch will then download the character on to your computer. The first thing you will be asked to do once the character is installed is to save your current settings. This means you will be given an option to start the game. This can be done by going to the game's main menu and choosing the "Play" option.
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Overwatch is a very simple game to play. It is primarily a first person shooter game, but there are some elements from a free-to-play game thrown in. In fact, the majority of the characters in the game are those from the massively multiplayer online role-playing game, World of Warcraft.
The graphics of Overwatch look nice, but unfortunately, the game's performance is pretty bad. This is due to the fact that it is running on Windows Vista. Even though it is a very old version of Windows, it runs much slower than it should. The biggest issue is the fact that it is really slow, even for a game.
Cover Fire Review
While there is a huge number of shooting games on the market, only a few games are truly "must-haves" in order to fulfill the expectations of a very active shooter. For the majority of shooters, most fans opt for the online shooting games rather than play against the computer or in single player modes.
Cover Fire is one of the hottest shooting games right now. It comes with two different levels that are highly accessible to new players. The game is very easy to grasp and it won't take long for players to get going playing this game.
What makes this shooting game stand out from the others? For starters, the developers of the game say that the controls are very simple and they don't include any complex maneuvering maneuvers. It also comes with four different characters, which makes the gameplay experience more engaging and interesting.
The game includes several objects which can be controlled through the controller. Players can shoot the objects at enemies in the game to disable them and other enemies alike. This gives the players a wide variety of choices and tactics to pursue in order to get the objective done as fast as possible. The player should always try to shoot at the objects that are flying towards them in order to remove them before they reach the player.
In addition, players should learn to control their characters' attack patterns when it comes to playing the game. They can do a variety of things in order to make it a lot easier for them to handle the target objects. However, the player should not make the mistake of trying to make the characters "attack patterns" too complicated. They should always stick to the basics in order to play the game well.
Because of its simplicity, the Cover Fire has gained wide popularity and has also been voted as one of the best shooting games available on the market. It is also featured on a number of sites that serve as online video game review sites. Most of the reviews have praised the game's simplicity.
One thing that is really great about the game is that there are no complicated strategies needed to play Cover Fire. Players should therefore take their time and practice to master the game and make it very fun and exciting. If players become really good at it, they may even want to try their luck in the leaderboards.
Players should also know that if they choose to play against the computer in Cover Fire, they should also be very careful. They need to practice in order to become a great shooter.
The Shooting Game – Sniper 3D
Sniper 3D is a shooting game where you have to make your way through an area looking for enemies. The aim of the game is to kill all the enemy soldiers, so that you can win. The game is based on you using the sniper rifle in order to destroy all the enemy soldiers.
The controls of the game are very simple, you just need to turn your character's head from side to side, and press one button to fire, and then press another button to zoom the scope of the sniper rifle. When you want to fire, just tap the screen, and when you want to zoom, you simply move your hand up or down.
There are many challenges available in the game for you to complete, which include killing an enemy, destroying their vehicle, then there is also the level where you have to find three targets. The challenges are based on various aspects of the game, such as destroying a tank, making a bomb defuse, and even finding a weapon that is hidden in a vehicle. So you will find that the challenges are not only an entertaining way to play the game, but it also a great way to keep the challenge levels up, as you don't know what is going to come up next!
The graphics are top notch, so the game really does look good. There are many different kinds of bullets, such as armor piercing, high velocity, point blank, and, of course, ricochet bullets. Some of the weapons used can either be a sniper rifle, machine gun, grenade launcher, and even an air cannon.
You can increase your shooter's ability to be more accurate by holding down the trigger and turning your character to face the target. The higher your accuracy, the more points you can get. You can also get this bonus for each kill that you make.
It is pretty cool to have fun while playing the game, especially since you do not need to worry about the fact that you may bump into anything or your target may run away. The controls for this game are really simple, and the controls for this game are actually the same controls that you have when you play a normal FPS. But, the controls are a little bit easier than when you play a FPS, so you really should try it out.
This is a very addictive, and awesome shooting game. I believe this game was actually created to have an advantage over other shooters, but since it isn't as popular as some of the other FPS games, it does work pretty well.
Overall, if you are looking for a new game to play, then this game is a great one to try. If you aren't a fan of shooting games, I believe this is a great game for you to try. There are some challenges available in the game, and the shooting game is simple to pick up and play.
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Der Canmore Nordic Centre Provincial Park ist ein Provinzpark in der kanadischen Provinz Alberta. Er liegt entlang des Trans-Canada Highways, direkt westlich von Canmore und 105 km westlich von Calgary. Der Park hat eine Fläche von 4,5 km² und ist Teil des Kananaskis-Country-Parksystems. Bei dem Park handelt es sich um ein Schutzgebiet der IUCN-Kategorie II (Nationalpark).

Das Canmore Nordic Centre wurde ursprünglich für die Olympischen Winterspiele 1988 in Calgary errichtet. Die Biathlon- und Langlaufwettbewerbe sowie die Nordische Kombination wurden hier ausgetragen.

2005 wurde das Zentrum für den Langlauf-Weltcup und zukünftige internationale Sportanlässe saniert. Im Park gibt es über 60 km Langlauf- und Biathlonstrecken. Das Sommerangebot im Park umfasst über 100 km Wanderwege und Mountainbike-Routen, vier Orientierungslauf-Strecken und einen Discgolfplatz mit 18 Bahnen.

Nachdem der Biathlon-Weltcup für die Wettkämpfe in der Saison 1993/94 im Canmore Nordic Centre zu Gast war, kehrte er für die Wettkämpfe in der Saison 2015/16 zurück.

Siehe auch
 Provincial Parks in Alberta

Weblinks
 Alberta Environment and Parks: Canmore Nordic Centre Provincial Park (engl.)
 Alberta Community Development:

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Provincial Park in Alberta
Schutzgebiet (Umwelt- und Naturschutz) in Nordamerika

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Planned for the Cape Breton Highlands National Park in Nova Scotia by the Toronto businessman Tony Trigiani, the 24-metre Mother Canada monument was intended to serve the dual purpose of honouring the country's war dead and boosting the area's largely seasonal fishing economy. However, its opponents saw it as a violation of protected public lands, a troubling appeal to 'one-dimensional nationalism', and an eyesore. Engaging and evenhanded, Craig Jackson's short documentary shifts between the varying perspectives of the planned monument's defenders and its detractors, capturing the vexing nature of public discourse. Beginning as a film about a local dispute, Mother Canada becomes a gripping tale of media sensationalism, contrasting notions of patriotism, jingoistic local politics and the purpose of public lands.


The Grape Growers Committee of Austin County is putting out a call to home wine makers and inviting them to the annual Austin County Fair Non-Commercial Wine Makers Contest & Show on Sunday, October14, 2018, at the Austin County Fairgrounds in Bellville. There is no entry fee and the number of samples is unlimited, however, entrants must pay an admission fee or display a season pass or life member pass to enter the grounds. Entry forms may be obtained from the Austin County Fair Office, or online at www.austincountyfair.com. Entries will be accepted from 12:30-1:30 p.m. The judging will begin at 1:30 p.m. The general rules and entry cards are also available on our website at https://austin.agrilife.org. For more information, please contact the Extension Office.


The NHS performs around 8,000 lower limb amputations each year with a mortality rate for major amputation of 7.5%.
Over 7,000 annual amputation procedures are related to diabetes. Leading charity, Diabetes UK, recently put the number of diabetes-related amputations at 20 a day, of which it estimates 80% (or four out of every five) could have been prevented.
The estimated number of preventable amputations is based on the large proportion of these cases which begin with foot ulcers, which are avoidable with proper foot care and treatable if the first signs are spotted early and acted upon quickly, but often go unrecognised and untreated in diabetics until it is too late to save the foot or avoid amputation.
Why are diabetics at greater risk of amputation?
Diabetes is related to various other conditions, including thyroid disease, coeliac disease, dental problems and muscular conditions, such as Dupuytren's contracture. Diabetes also has its own serious complications, including hypoglycaemia (low blood sugar), threats to eyesight from retinopathy and blindness, cardiovascular disease, nephropathy (kidney damage) and neuropathy (nerve damage).
Diabetics can reduce their risk of suffering these complications by controlling their blood pressure, blood glucose and blood fat levels, keeping active and maintaining a healthy body weight. Smoking and poor management of their diabetic health increase their risks. Good foot care is essential to reduce the risk of disability from amputation.
Diabetics tend to be at greater risk of lower limb amputation from foot problems because their condition can reduce the sensation and blood circulation in their feet. Whereas the pain from a minor cut, abrasion or blister would immediately be noticeable to someone who can feel their feet normally, alerting them to the need to protect the damaged skin to let it heal, a diabetic who cannot feel their feet will remain unaware of the cut or blister until it has developed into an ulcer or become infected and is more difficult to treat. The problem is compounded when the diabetic also has impaired vision from retinopathy, preventing them from carrying out effective visual checks of their feet.
How can diabetics care for their feet to reduce their risk of lower limb amputation?
Diabetics should carry out visual foot checks daily. If necessary, owing to impaired eyesight, they should seek the help of someone else who can carry out the checks for them, to ensure that minor injuries are spotted and medical help sought as soon as possible after any injury occurs. In addition to their own checks, diabetics should have regular check-ups with trained healthcare professionals and access to foot-care specialists and multi-disciplinary foot-care teams.
Charcot foot is a serious, limb threatening complication of diabetes and arises from a combination of factors, including reduced muscle control and tissue damage and loss of sensation from diabetic neuropathy.
The condition is often triggered by a minor injury, such as a sprain or a twisted ankle but, unnoticed and untreated, it develops into something far more serious as the bones of the ankle and foot degenerate and deform. If incorrectly treated, Charcot foot can lead to disability and amputation.
Diabetics are at increased risk of Charcot foot because as their condition causes their gait and balance deteriorate, they are more susceptible to sprains, knocks and cuts. They are then less likely to be aware of their injury, continuing to weight-bear and walk on the injured foot, which further damages the bones and tissues leading to serious disability.
How can diabetics reduce their risk of Charcot foot?
As with all diabetic foot conditions, the key to reducing the risk of Charcot foot is vigilant foot care, good diabetic health management, regular check-ups and prompt medical treatment of any injury (however minor).
If Charcot foot is suspected or diagnosed, the sufferer should be referred immediately to a multidisciplinary foot care team. Treatment will include taking weight-bearing pressure off the foot and immobilising the foot to allow it to heal in the correct position by putting it in a plaster cast. The patient will undergo regular x-rays and appointments with a podiatrist to monitor the condition.
Sufferers of Charcot foot have a high risk of further serious complications from infection and must remain vigilant about injuries or changes to their feet. If there is any sign of new ulceration, a wound, swelling or discolouration, the patient must be referred within 24 hours to a multidisciplinary foot care team as any infection must be treated urgently to avoid the need for amputation.


As a really nerdy kid who loved history and books and things like mythology, I'm not sure there was ever a time when visiting Egypt wasn't on my travel bucket list. I wanted to see the tombs of the pharaohs and the ancient temples and the mighty Nile River. I wanted to visit the Pyramids and see all those exotic-sounding cities that I learned about in history class..
And I definitely am not alone. Prior to the Arab Spring and string of revolutions that rocked northern Africa beginning in 2011, Egypt was a hugely popular tourist destination. Everyone wanted that photo at the pyramids and to see King Tut's tomb and to sail on a felucca on the Nile.
Pre-2011, Egypt was seeing upwards of 12 million tourists per year. Post-revolution, however, tourist numbers in the country plummeted; at its lowest point, Egypt was getting less than 1 million visitors per year.
So many of these boats in Aswan now sit empty.
Thankfully, things have finally started to improve in Egypt. While there are still parts of the country that aren't safe for tourists, the vast majority of it (and definitely the major tourist sites) is safe and open for business.
So when I was debating over which destination in Africa to pair up with a trip to the Seychelles, my attention immediately went to Egypt.
Should you book a tour in Egypt?
Once I decided that I wanted to go to Egypt, I began shopping around for group tours in the country. This isn't necessarily because I was afraid to visit Egypt on my own, but more about the fact that I knew I would feel more comfortable in a small group and with a local guide.
This would be my first real trip to the Middle East, and I wanted to give myself the best chance of having a positive experience there. I've traveled with small groups all around the world and knew Egypt would be an ideal place to book a tour like this.
You don't *have* to book a tour in Egypt (plenty of people travel there independently), but after going, it IS a place that I'd recommend exploring with a guide in order to get the most out of your experience.
I settled on the 12-day Egypt Experience tour with Intrepid Travel, a company that I've traveled with 6 times previously. This is a "Comfort" trip with Intrepid (the most luxurious trip category they offer), meaning it was going to be a little more comfortable and a little more expensive – but at $2000-$2400 per person, I still think it's pretty affordable for a 12-day trip.
You most likely will need a visa for Egypt, but if you're from the US, Europe/UK, Australia, or Canada (as well as several other nations), you can get your visa when you arrive in Egypt. A visa costs $25 USD and is valid for 30 days. When booking this tour with Intrepid Travel, a representative will meet you when you arrive in Egypt and help you obtain your visa, which is a nice bonus.
Intrepid Travel does require you to have travel insurance for the entirety of your trip in Egypt. You may be covered under your regular insurance plan, but if you're not, I recommend buying coverage through World Nomads. They offer the most affordable basic travel insurance out there.
And if you're wondering what to pack, you can check out my Egypt packing guide!
What will you do on this tour?
This Egypt Experience tour is absolutely jam-packed with amazing ancient sites and experiences. It hits all the highlights of Egypt and then some.
Our guide, Ahmed, was also really intent on making sure that people saw as much as they wanted to. He was always happy to arrange extra outings for us, and usually came along to act as a guide.
There is SO much to do and see in Egypt, and this Intrepid tour really ensures that you see a ton of it.
I've now traveled with Intrepid on more than half a dozen trips, and the group make-up is always pretty similar. Ages in my group on this trip ranged from mid-20s to mid-60s, with people hailing from Australia, the US, Canada, Scotland, and Switzerland. Intrepid travelers tend to be fairly well-traveled and open-minded, which is one of the reasons I think I keep traveling with them again and again!
As always when traveling with Intrepid, our group was small – there were only 12 of us (the max on this tour is 16). And half of the people in my group were solo travelers like me!
Intrepid always hires local trip leaders who live in (and in most cases have grown up in) the country you're visiting. Our guide was Ahmed, an Alexandria native who has been guiding tours in Egypt for years. Ahmed was funny and friendly, but also super knowledgable and super passionate about Egypt. He could read hieroglyphics, knew all the lineages of the pharaohs, and recommended the best places in each city to get falafel (and also, you know, made sure we all got where we needed to be safely).
I think the biggest benefit of traveling in a small group is having a guide; you end up seeing and learning so much more than you would on your own. And Ahmed was one of the best guides I've ever had on a tour!
As far as transport goes, this tour was quite varied!
We traveled in a private mini bus in every city, spent one night on the train between Cairo and Aswan, and flew between Aswan and Abu Simbel and also from Luxor back to Cairo. Our tour also included traveling on a cruise ship up the Nile for 3 nights.
We also took a felucca ride, but didn't sleep on one on this tour.
The thing you should know about traveling in Egypt is that the traffic is INSANE. In Cairo especially, it will take forever to drive most places and nobody uses the lanes on the road – it's just mass chaos!
This is a "comfort" trip, but be aware that "5-star" in Egypt doesn't really equate to 5-star in other parts of the world. The hotels we stayed in often had opulent lobbies and amenities, but most rooms were fairly basic and usually a bit dated. The overnight train to Aswan is similarly not *that* fancy, but perfectly fine. And the cruise ship we sailed on was nice enough, but if you've been on "luxury" river cruise ships anywhere else in the world, this one really won't compare.
My cabin on the Nile cruise ship (I paid the single supplement to have my own room).
If you're traveling solo, you'll be paired up with another solo traveler (of the same gender) as a roommate, unless you pay the single supplement fee.
The yellow building was our hotel in Alexandria, right on the Mediterranean.
At the end of the day, though, this trip is all about the sites and not really about where you sleep at night.
How is this tour different?
One of the reasons I keep traveling with Intrepid Travel is because I really like the company as a whole. They are dedicated to responsible and sustainable tourism (they were the first major tour operator to stop including elephant rides in their itineraries), which I am happy to support.
On this Egypt tour in particular, we skipped what used to be an included visit to Edfu Temple as we sailed down the Nile because the only way to reach the temple is by horse carriage – and in Egypt, most people don't treat their working animals very nicely. The fact that Intrepid cares enough about animal welfare to remove the temple visit from the itinerary says a lot.
Sad horses in Luxor – Intrepid does not encourage taking these carriages.
Instead of visiting Edfu Temple, you now get a ticket to go into King Tutankhamen's tomb instead (which is actually a way more valuable thing to have included!). And you also visit Animal Care in Egypt, an Intrepid Foundation project that offers free animal care in Luxor as well as educational programs for local kids about animal welfare.
No country is completely safe, but Egypt is not as dangerous as the media might make you believe, either.
There are certain parts of Egypt that are no-gos right now (like most of the Sinai and the Western Desert), and yes there there have been recent terror attacks in Egypt that have claimed lives. But to put it in perspective, there have been terror attacks in places like London and Las Vegas in recent months that have been deadly, too.
The main touristy sites in Egypt are no more dangerous than popular places you might visit in the US or Europe. There's a strong military presence at most major sites in Egypt (armed guards, metal detectors, and bag checks become second nature as you visit temples and museums) but I didn't find myself feeling "in danger" at any point during my trip to Egypt.
I actually think safety is another good argument for traveling to Egypt on a tour. Having a local guide to look out for us (as well as fellow travelers to hang out with) made me feel much more comfortable overall in Egypt.
Absolutely, 100 times YES – both this Intrepid Travel tour specifically and Egypt in general. I loved geeking out over all the ancient sites, and really felt safe and comfortable during the entire tour.
I also think that right now is an excellent time to visit Egypt. Tourism is beginning to rebound in the country, but it's still nowhere near the overwhelming levels that it was back in 2010 and earlier.
The price: The tour price averages around $2300 per person, depending on departure date.
The best time of year to go: Egypt gets ridiculously HOT during the summer months, so I highly recommend visiting as close to winter as you can. I went in late November/early December, and temperatures averaged around 60 F in Cairo, and close to 80 F further south in Aswan and Luxor.
What to pack: Read my Egypt packing guide here.
Would you travel to Egypt on a tour?
I've not spent much time in that area of the world at all—other than a short trip to Dubai and a week in Israel—but like you, Egypt has always appealed to me. Shortly before I started working for Semester at Sea, they took it out of their regular rotation, meaning we went to other parts of Africa instead, which was fun but I feel like not going there was a missed opportunity, particularly for students of that age. I'd still like to go, but I think I'd only do it with a tour group. Not sure if that makes me sound like a timid traveler or what, but there are some places, I'd rather my trip be dictated by the professionals who know the place best!
Considering I felt the exact same way about Egypt, I definitely wouldn't call you timid! I agree that there are some destinations where it's just easier and less stressful to book a tour and let someone else worry about all the details. As someone who often travels alone, this just made the most sense to me!
Akatuki! you have shared a very nice post, I would also like to explore Egypt. But is it safe for a solo traveller?
I did not travel there solo (and I'm not sure I would feel comfortable traveling there completely solo as a woman), but there are people that travel solo in Egypt without major issues.
I'm not usually a group tour kind of person but this sounds really appealing when traveling to an unfamiliar country. I did one in Turkey years ago and was so happy I didn't go it alone. I'd love to see these ancient sites one day!
There's something to be said for not having to stress out over things like transportation and finding accommodation on top of being in a totally unfamiliar place and culture. I was so glad to be with a guide as well as other tourists – I felt comfortable and pretty darn relaxed the whole trip!
This looks awesome! I'll have to check this out someday. I've always wanted to see the pyramids. I had a professor in college who traveled all over the world and lived in many places, but Cairo was his favorite. He ended up living there for 20 some years before coming back to the states and teaching.
Very cool! Cairo is a fascinating city, though it's definitely too big and chaotic for me to ever fall in love with it. 😉 But it and the pyramids definitely worth seeing one day!
Thanks to your previous post about your Intrepid Egypt tour, my friend and I are now going to book our own trip for Egypt for this coming Oct/Nov. She was hesitant because of the way Egypt is being portrayed in the media but I pointed her to your posts and kept sending her pictures! Finally wore her down! Can't wait to see in person all of the sights pictured here.
That is so awesome to hear, Ying! I hope you both enjoy it as much as I did!
Before I would have huffed and puffed when I read this post about group tours, but after my trip to Cuba I have become a fan. It's nice to be with likeminded people, and to learn much more about a destination than a book could teach you.
I would certainly visit these sights in Egypt with a group tour! I would love to learn more about the culture and the history!
I find that you also usually meet some really cool people on group tours – both in the guide and your fellow travelers. I've met so many well-traveled people on tours!
Truly wonderful trip! It's nice to see people have started to go Egypt again. Such a wonderful country!
I really enjoyed it and am also glad that the tourism industry there is getting back on its feet!
This is a great example! Egypt (and Cairo especially) can definitely be an assault on the senses, so having a guide to help navigate things was so helpful and reassuring!
This was a fab review! I took Intrepid's 8 day tour in November and was pleasantly surprised by everything: Egypt, Intrepid, the group, the weather, the food, etc. It was my first week long group tour experience and I enjoyed it for many of the reasons you mentioned. I couldn't imagine going everywhere we went on my own (and I usually love exploring on my own). The entire trip was seamless. Having a great group and a great guide made all the difference for sure. Glad you had an amazing trip!
Glad to hear that you had a great trip in Egypt with Intrepid, too!
Would this tour be suitable to take my dad who is a very slow walker and can't really walk that far anyway? It's his dream to go to Egypt.
Is he just a slow walker, or does he also have trouble with uneven surfaces/steps? There's not a *ton* of walking on this tour, but there are several instances where you have to go up/down steps and over uneven surfaces since most of the sites are ruins. The only place where you do a bit of walking is at Abu Simbel, since you have to walk downhill to see the temples, but all the other sites include at least a little walking and time on your feet.
My wife and I did a month long independent tour of Egypt, Jordan, Israel and Turkey this April and thoroughly enjoyed the history and the diverse experiences of the places we went to. We felt perfectly safe throughout, even in the Israeli towns of Jerusalem and Hebron. Egypt, though, was the highlight – the pyramids, the Valley of the Kings and the Temple at Luxor are just incredible.
Glad to hear you enjoyed your trip, too! I still need to visit Jordan and Israel!
After reading your blog, my husband and I have booked this Intrepid tour of Egypt to travel in January. We are really looking forward to it. My question is around the visa for Egypt. Did you arrange your visa before you travelled or is it better to go the visa on arrival option? Research seems to indicate there may be issues with e-visas and I would love some feedback.
Hey Carol! That's great to hear! I really enjoyed this tour, and think it's a great way to see Egypt. As for the visa, if you are from the US, you can do the visa on arrival with no issues (and an Intrepid rep should actually meet you at the airport and help you with this!). If you're not from the US, then I'm afraid I can't give any advice since I don't know what the process is for non-Americans!
We are from Australia, but the visa process appears to be the same. Good to hear that the Intrepid rep helped with the visa on arrival. We might go with this option.
If you're looking for more of that ancient Egyptian history with temples and tombs, then definitely Luxor – Valley of the Kings is pretty incredible! But if you want more of a modern city feel, then I'd say Alexandria.
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Cooke v Secretary of State for Social Security
Judgment Cited authorities 7 Cited in 171 Precedent Map Related
Judge LADY JUSTICE HALE,MR. JUSTICE BUTTERFIELD,LORD JUSTICE CLARKE
Judgment Date 25 April 2001
Neutral Citation [2001] EWCA Civ 734
Docket Number A1/00/3249
Date 25 April 2001
Health and Safety Law
Non Contributory Benefit
[2001] EWCA Civ 734
IN THE SUPREME COURT OF JUDICATURE COURT OF APPEAL (CIVIL DIVISION)
ON APPEAL FROM THE SOCIAL SECURITY
AND CHILD SUPPORT COMMISSIONERS
Strand London WC2
Lord Justice Clarke
Lady Justice Hale
Mr. Justice Butterfield
A1/00/3249
Alwyn Cooke
Secretary Of State For Social Security
MR. R. THACKER (instructed by Messrs Stephensons, Leigh) appeared on behalf of the Appellant.
MR. D. FORSDICK (instructed by the Solicitor to the Department of Social Security) appeared on behalf of the Respondent.
1. This is a claimant's appeal against the decision of Deputy Social Security Commissioner Hereward dated 26th May 2000. She dismissed the claimant's appeal from the decision of the Wigan Disability Appeal Tribunal made on 12th April 1999. Permission to appeal to this court was refused by Social Security Commissioner Rowland on 31st August 2000. On 4th December 2000 I adjourned the application for an oral hearing with both parties to attend, and the appeal to follow if permission was granted. Among my reasons for doing so was that the question arises as to whether an application such as this, from a second and highly expert judicial tier of appeal, should be regarded as akin to a second tier appeal from the High Court or a county court and thus, although not technically within section 55(1) of the Access to Justice Act 1999, subject to a similar threshold test. We have today granted permission to appeal, in part to enable us to express a view on that question.
2. The history of the case is this. The claimant suffers from low back pain. She had a laminectomy twice in 1986. She also suffers from arthritis and fibromyalgia. She had a total right knee replacement in 1992 and she suffers from depression and a skin condition. She first claimed disability living allowance in February 1993. This was disallowed. On appeal, however, the higher rate mobility component was awarded until February 1995. This was later renewed until 9th February 1997. The highest rate care component was awarded on review until that same date. On 22nd August 1996 she applied for the renewal of both awards. She filled in a claim pack and a report was later obtained from her general practitioner. No other assessment was made at that time. On 9th October 1996 both awards were extended for life with effect from 9th February 1997. 3. However, she was visited by a visiting officer on 23rd April 1998. The visiting officer filled in the questionnaire on her behalf. The officer found a discrepancy between what had previously been on record and what was observed during the visit. As a result the claimant was examined by Dr. Spielmann. His report is dated 1st July 1998. This records her own account of her relevant symptoms, his own clinical findings and his opinion. His main conclusion was that "the clinical findings do not support the extent of the disability claimed." He did, however, state that there had been no change in the circumstances over the last 12 months, that is since 1st July 1997. 4. Hence the Secretary of State made an application to an adjudication officer for a review or correction of the earlier decision. This application was based on a relevant change of circumstances within the meaning of section 30(2)(b) of the Social Security Administration Act 1992 because of "a reduction in mobility and care needs as shown in recent medical evidence". The adjudication officer's decision on 24th July 1998 was that there had been a relevant change of circumstances since the last decision. Her mobility and care needs had been reduced. Initially disability living allowance was withdrawn altogether as from 1st July 1998, but the claimant applied for a review within three months as provided for under section 30(1) of the 1992 Act and the adjudication officer decided that she was entitled to care component at the lowest rate, but not to any mobility component.
5. She appealed to the Disability Appeal Tribunal. She produced evidence from her general practitioner and from her consultant rheumatologist, Dr. Jones. The tribunal upheld the adjudication officer's decision. On the mobility component they found that:
"There are conflicts in Ms Cooke's own evidence over the years. For example in a renewal claim submitted in August 1996 Ms Cooke stated that she gets severe discomfort as soon as she starts walking. In contrast in the Disability Living Allowance questionnaire completed by her on 23rd April 1998 she states that she cannot walk far, she is in pain all the time and could walk perhaps 50-60 yards in 10 minutes before the onset of severe discomfort."
They conclude that:
"Because of the inconsistencies in the distances stated by Ms Cooke between 1996 and 1999 the tribunal is satisfied, on the balance of probabilities, that she can walk at least 50 yards before the onset of severe discomfort brought on by pain in her back and left knee. We reached this conclusion because it is based on the evidence of the Examining Medical Practitioner [Dr Spielmann] and Dr. Jones.Their findings in this respect are in the opinion of the tribunal entirely consistent. Furthermore, taking account of Dr. Spielmann's findings, we consider, on the balance of probabilities, that at the date of the Adjudication Officer's review decision she should have been able to walk a further 50 yards before having to halt again because of the onset of severe discomfort."
That being so they concluded that she did not then qualify for the higher rate of mobility component. They went on to consider whether she qualified for the lower rate and found that she did not.
6. As far as the care component was concerned, they stated:
"We believe that Ms Cooke both in the questionnaire and in her evidence to the tribunal, was overstating her care needs. We do not doubt for one moment that she suffers pain because of her condition and noted that Dr Jones states that she is at the severe end of the pain spectrum. Nonetheless, taking account of Dr Speilmann's clinical findings, which the tribunal accept, we do not consider that her grip with either hand is as impaired as is suggested by Ms Cooke. Nor, for the same reason, do we consider that Ms Cooke is having the amount of difficulty getting up and downstairs most of the time as she maintains and as is stated by Dr Jones in his letter."
They earlier found that because of her physical disabilities as at 15th September 1998:
"Miss Cooke reasonably required assistance from another person in connection with her bodily functions of bathing (getting into and out of the bath once per day) and washing parts of her body difficult to reach (once or twice a day). She also reasonably required assistance with dressing (one/two times a day because of problems with buttons)."
They did not, however, find that she needed assistance with her toilet needs:
"In the 1996 renewal claim pack Ms Cooke stated that she needed help getting to and using the toilet 2 or 3 times per night taking 10-15 minutes each time. On the basis of that statement she was found to have night care needs at the time of renewal of her care award of 1996. In contrast in the 1998 Disability Living Allowance questionnaire Ms Cooke made no reference to needing assistance in using the toilet but stated that she needed assistance getting to the toilet on one or two occasions per night, taking about 10 minutes each time. In view of this difference between the 1996 claimed night needs and the 1998 claimed night needs we prefer, on the balance of probabilities, to accept the findings of Dr Spielmann to the effect that Ms Cooke does not require assistance getting out of the bed by day or by night and getting to the toilet at night. In these circumstances and in the absence of any other stated night care needs we are satisfied that Ms Cooke does not require from another person prolonged or repeated attention in connection with her bodily functions at night."
Therefore she did not qualify for the higher rate care component.
7. Their conclusion was this:
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Q: Webpack - Module build failed when bundling `swc-loader` I am working on a Webpack tool that can build itself. I am able to build the tool the first time but when I try to rebuild it a second time I get the error Cannot find module: swc-loader. The same issue exists when swapping swc-loader with babel-loader. My hunch is that this is related to webpack's resolveLoader
Here is a GitHub repository containing the tool.
Below are the steps to reproduce the issue:

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*Bundle the src directory by running node src/index.js

*Bundle the src directory again by running node dist/index.js
The goal is to be able to run step 2 over and over again.

A: swc-loader is not included in the core lib and needs to be installed via package manager - yarn install --dev swc-loader

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Enlace Arquitectura and Ciudad Laboratorio are part of the fourth edition of the Chicago Architecture Biennial 2021
Enlace Arquitectura and Ciudad Laboratorio are part of the fourth edition of the Chicago Architecture Biennial titled "The Available City", which opened to the public on September 17, 2021 and remains until December 18, 2021. This year, the Chicago Architecture Biennale is curated by the artistic director David Brown and includes more than 80 projects from 18 different countries that contribute ideas for collective spaces centered on communities.
The presentation of Enlace Arquitectura and Ciudad Laboratorio is titled "Microprocesses - a choreography of urban connections" with stages of the neighborhoods of La Palomera, El Calvario and Colinas de Bello Monte as small theaters perspectives made out of wood. Activities are projected onto these models that correspond to the programs and events: "Integración en Procesos Caracas", "El Calvario Puertas Abiertas" and "Ilumina-Revela". They communicate the intention of integrating the city through the participation and involvement of people, seduced by art and culture.
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