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Adam Scott has missed his first cut at the Australian Open as a professional despite putting up a valiant fight in the second round. The pre-tournament favourite left himself with an uphill battle to make the weekend having opened the event with four-over 75 at The Australian Golf Club in Sydney. Scott fought back on Friday with a 67 but his even-par total saw him miss the 36-hole cut by one shot. Since turning professional in 2000, Scott had never missed the cut at his national championship and his record includes a win in 2009. "I knew (even par) was going to be around the number," Scott said after his round. "I was just pleased to make some good swings out there today; it was much better than yesterday. Scott, who teed off on the 10th, picked up three birdies before the turn. He added another on the seventh (his 16th) to claw it back to even par with two holes remaining. A horrible break at the ninth had the 13-time US PGA Tour winner against the ropes. With 324 metres to reach the water hazard on the par-4, the 2013 Masters winner thought his drive was safe when he blasted it down the left side of the fairway. But it rolled into the hazard and forced Scott to take a penalty drop, then scramble for par from 100 metres out. "I didn't try and hammer it, it must have gotten a firm bounce down there," Scott said. Scott hit a sublime wedge shot and made an eight-foot, downhill par putt to give himself an outside chance at making the cut. But with the top 60 professionals and ties making the cut, the number was set at one under. Australian Associated Press
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Pre-tournament favourite Adam Scott has missed the cut at the Australian Open in Sydney.
Adam Scott has missed his first cut at the Australian Open as a professional despite putting up a valiant fight in the second round.
The pre-tournament favourite left himself with an uphill battle to make the weekend having opened the event with four-over 75 at The Australian Golf Club in Sydney.
Scott fought back on Friday with a 67 but his even-par total saw him miss the 36-hole cut by one shot.
Since turning professional in 2000, Scott had never missed the cut at his national championship and his record includes a win in 2009.
"I knew (even par) was going to be around the number," Scott said after his round.
"I was just pleased to make some good swings out there today; it was much better than yesterday.
Scott, who teed off on the 10th, picked up three birdies before the turn.
He added another on the seventh (his 16th) to claw it back to even par with two holes remaining.
A horrible break at the ninth had the 13-time US PGA Tour winner against the ropes.
With 324 metres to reach the water hazard on the par-4, the 2013 Masters winner thought his drive was safe when he blasted it down the left side of the fairway.
But it rolled into the hazard and forced Scott to take a penalty drop, then scramble for par from 100 metres out.
"I didn't try and hammer it, it must have gotten a firm bounce down there," Scott said.
Scott hit a sublime wedge shot and made an eight-foot, downhill par putt to give himself an outside chance at making the cut.
But with the top 60 professionals and ties making the cut, the number was set at one under.
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More Lib Dem by election GAINS – one right next to Witney
By Caron Lindsay | Thu 29th September 2016 - 11:31 pm
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Stow on the Wold is a gorgeous little Cotswolds town. Tonight it has a Liberal Democrat Councillor as Dilys Neill stormed to victory with a 21 point advance.
Stow (Cotswold) result:
LDEM: 64.9% (+21.0)
CON: 35.1% (-21.0)
— Britain Elects (@britainelects) September 29, 2016
This by-election gives a boost to Liz Leffman's campaign to win the parliamentary by-election in Witney as it's just 4 miles away.
In the Adeyfield West ward of Dacorum Town council, Liberal Democrat Adrian England gained a seat from the Conservatives. This is a ward we also won in another by-election in 2013 and held in 2015. We have now won the other seat in the ward – with a pretty massive swing.
Adeyfield West (Dacorum) result:
CON: 22.2% (-4.6)
LAB: 15.8% (-8.7)
UKIP: 10.9% (-12.7)
GRN: 1.6% (+1.6)
There was a big gain in the Lib Dem vote in Allestree in Derby. This by-election was caused by the conviction and subsequent imprisonment of the Conservative elected in 2015 for electoral fraud.
Update: Britain Elects had earlier reported a massive rise in vote share in the Tyldesley ward in Blackpool. Sadly, they got us and UKIP mixed up.
Tyldesley (Blackpool) result:
LAB: 48.3% (+10.0)
UKIP: 21.5% (-0.5)
LDEM: 3.3% (-2.3)
The results show that we really need to up our capacity in all areas of the country because when people are exposed to what we have to say, they tend to like it.
* Caron Lindsay is Editor of Liberal Democrat Voice and blogs at Caron's Musings
Read more by Caron Lindsay or more about local government by-elections.
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Simon Shaw 29th Sep '16 - 11:50pm
"In the Adeyfield West ward of Dacorum Town council, Liberal Democrat Adrian England gained a seat from the Conservatives."
Isn't that Dacorum Borough Council? i.e. a principal council.
Anyway, yet more brilliant results. Congratulations all round.
Gary 29th Sep '16 - 11:52pm
Yes Simon it is the BC
Peter Thornton 30th Sep '16 - 12:21am
Not so good in Tyldesley, the results were reported with LD and UKIP switched round.
Catherine Jane Crosland 30th Sep '16 - 7:50am
The result in Stow certainly bodes well for Witney
Caron Lindsay 30th Sep '16 - 7:57am
Thanks, Peter. Will amend. Serves me right for putting the post up and going to bed.
paul barker 30th Sep '16 - 9:14am
We stood in 6 of the 8 contests which is a lot better than we were doing even this spring. It looks like we are going to make more gains in Byelections than we made in May, a sign of how weel we might do next May.
Does anyone know why we did so badly in Blackpool ?
Andy Hyde 30th Sep '16 - 9:26am
Not an expert on LDs in Blackpool, but this has always been a weak part of the NW. The odd Councillor in the '80's, the last high spot for us may have been a near win in the Blackpool (N/S?) by-election just before Orpington in 1962.
Others will doubtless add to this.
theakes 30th Sep '16 - 10:27am
I remember in the 60's there was even a Liberal Mayor! There was a group of elected councillors during the 60's and 70's. 7 -9 . Up to the last election usually a good vote in neighbouring Fylde which includes St Annes and Lytham, that should now be recovering.
Since 1997 when Labour gained both Parliamentary seats in Blackpool it has been tortuious for Liberal Democrats. No real sign of this changing in the forseeable future.
The town has had a slump in its fortunes echoing the party!
Robin Grayson 30th Sep '16 - 10:37am
Blackpool differs from the rest of the North West.
Glance at the map of the percentage in Blackpool North and Blackpool South parliamentary constituencies who backed the petition to Parliament:
https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/131215
They had extremely low percentages signing it: 2.8% and 2.3%.
Compare that with Manchester Withington Parliamentary Constituency where 13.74% signed up to the petition to Parliament – the highest percentage north of Cambridge to the Shetlands. Manchester City voted for REMAIN, but Blackpool N&S wanted none of it. Point is, the North-West is a mosaic of very different ends of the spectrum. By-election results at Blackpool would be the last place I'd expect to see a LibDem upswing.
Jen 30th Sep '16 - 10:42am
We got as far as four councillors in Blackpool briefly in the early 00s but things started to slide back a decade ago. Even at the height of post-Iraq popularity Tyldesley was a ward we did poorly in though.
Andrew McCaig 30th Sep '16 - 11:49am
other positive results last night:
LD hold Glaven Valley, N Norfolk.
LD 429 (55.3%; +8.4)
Con 281 (36.2%; +3.8)
UKIP 32 (4.1%; -6.9)
Lab 23 (3.0%; -2.8)
Grn 11 (1.4%; -2.5)
Con hold in Allestree, Derby
Con 2006 (54.6%; -6.1)
LD 1053 (28.7%; +17.2)
Lab 409 (11.1%; -5.8)
Grn 115 (3.1%)
Read more: http://vote-2012.proboards.com/thread/8645/elections-september-29th?page=4#ixzz4LjdG2cDh
Sue Sutherland 30th Sep '16 - 1:36pm
These are great results. A huge congratulations to our Blackpool candidate for standing and keeping the flag flying. When Labour continues its in fighting these are areas that we may eventually be able to gain if we offer hope. You know we must be succeeding again when Paul Barker asks why we did so badly in Blackpool. There was a survey shared on Facebook that said, I think, that 80% of people had forgiven us for what we had to do in Coalition. I can't quite believe the way positive local by-election results keep on coming but maybe this has something to do with it. All we need now is a great result in a Parliamentary by-election!
Chris Bertram 30th Sep '16 - 2:54pm
"@Sue Sutherland: There was a survey shared on Facebook that said, I think, that 80% of people had forgiven us for what we had to do in Coalition. "
The remaining 20% are all posting bile on the Grauniad message boards whenever anyone tries to say anything remotely positive about us.
Caracatus 30th Sep '16 - 8:20pm
Hythe Parish Council Furzedown Ward (Hampshire)
Lib Dems won 210 to 120 votes. The Tories were really going for it and quite
confident, they left the count very quickly and with few words
Not sure if it quite makes up for the loss of 4 MPs and several councils.
Tony Greaves 30th Sep '16 - 10:12pm
The Liberal Party gained control of Blackpool BC in 1958. Revolt of small landladies/ladies against big hoteliers (Tories). Labour out of things. Blackpool has changed in all kinds of mostly sad ways since then.
PS One of the few good things about Blackpool nowadays is that if you get on a train at Blackpool South station it will bring you to Colne!
Stevan Rose 30th Sep '16 - 11:58pm
To misquote the not yet late and not that great Gyles Brandreth, happiness is Blackpool in the rear view mirror.

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TRINITY BURR RIDGE ANNOUNCES TUITION FREEZE FOR 2018-2019!!!
Trinity Lutheran School in Burr Ridge has announced its tuition will be frozen at the current rate for the next school year.
Tuition rates for community members begin at $6200. There are discounted rates for members of Trinity Lutheran Church and other LCMS congregations. Also, discounts for multiple children.
Current enrolled families can receive discounts for re-enrollment and referrals!


Looks like a great month of reading! What did you think of Drought?? The only Pam Bachorz book I've read is Candor, and I thought it was really creative and original. I'm curious to learn more about her other books.
It was a strange and interesting book! I can't wait to review it.


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Pencils: Howard Porter
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As the agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. and the Fantastic Four struggle to deal with the possessed Sue, we see Doom is using his new body to take a tour of Latveria, where he discovers Reed has been busy in his absence. What follows is a desperate battle where Doom jumps from host body to host body, and in the end the Fantastic Four are forced to kill one of their own to save the life of another. Oh my god! They've killed...
The idea of the death of a character is hardly new ground as even the Fantastic Four have faced this shocking surprise before, back during Tom DeFalco's run. In fact looking back on the team's history I'm actually surprised that the shocking death card hasn't been played more often as the simple mention of the Fantastic Three is enough to make most comic fans sit up and take notice. Now I'm not going to spoil the surprise, but I will say that the means of this character's death was a bit of a surprise, as the idea that S.H.I.E.L.D. has technology designed to take down each member of the Fantastic Four is a fascinating revelation, and I hope that there is some fallout regarding this betrayal (though I suspect that Reed might've played a role in the in the design and development of the technology). The issue also leaves the team in a very interesting place as not only is the team minus one of its members, but they've also lost the trust of the public, as well as the financial security that Reed's patents provided. In the end this is a highly entertaining finish to what has been a very exciting arc where Mark Waid has made it quite clear that he's not afraid to shake up the apple cart. Heck, Mark Waid even manages to make the final panel declaration sound exciting even if it acts to tell readers that the shocking death they've been treated to in this issue is about to be reversed. I can't wait for the next issue, and this is what makes for a great monthly series.
As for the art, Howard Porter is making a fairly convincing case for why I should be excited about his being announced as the new regular artist for the "Flash", as his work does seem to have become more focused since his departure from the JLA. The opening action scene where the team battles the possessed Sue is a highly energetic display, and the art does a pretty fair job of capturing the chaos of the situation without losing its ability to clearly detail the action. I also loved the sense of true evil that the art managed the convey when the various members of the team play host to Doom's mental energies, with our initial look at the possessed Ben being the highlight of the issue. The scene where our member of the Fantastic Four is stuck down is also quite impressive, and the art also does a nice job of conveying the collective grief of the team as they gather around their fallen teammate.
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Superb Single: Vincent Comet
10th June 2020 Shannon Butcher Features
Words: ANDY WESTLAKE | Photographs: GARY CHAPMAN
"High performance single with magnificent roadholding, steering and brakes," was the way The MotorCycle described the Vincent Comet when they tested it in 1950 and, riding a similar machine (a 1949 Series C) through the sun-dappled lanes of West Wiltshire seven decades on, I can vouch for the fact that it this rings true.
With the healthy note of the silencer singing out behind me, and safe in the knowledge that, if required, the superb brakes were more than a match for bringing the 413lb machine to a rapid halt, it was a joy to be riding what some – myself included – consider to be the best 500cc single ever produced by a British motorcycle company.
The bike carrying the registration number of GAY 81 has been in the West Country for much of its life and is now owned by Steve Morris, a man who bought it from his near neighbour – and great enthusiast – Colin Groves just before Christmas in 2016. Regular readers will recognise Colin's name, as I've tested six bikes from his eclectic collection and he told me how he came to acquire the Stevenage single over 25 years ago.
"Over the years I've owned several Vincent twins, on which I covered lots of miles, but I always fancied a Comet, and when I saw this one advertised in Bristol, I decided it was perfect for my needs.
"The previous owner had been admitted to an old person's home and had arranged for a friend and neighbour – a non-motorcyclist – to sell the bike for him. At that time it was a non-runner but it was obvious that it had been well loved and although some light restoration had been done, it was basically original.
"The deal was done and back home in my workshop I discovered that the magneto was duff and with this replaced it started and ran perfectly. At some time it had lost its original number plate – GAY 81 – but through their records the Vincent Owners' Club were able to verify that it was an original machine, manufactured in September 1949 and first registered in March the following year.
"There was a number stamped on the bottom of the crankcase and they were able to inform me that it was the 15th Series C Comet to roll off the Stevenage production lines. The first registered owner was Norman Peach – who was both a wheel builder and tester at the Vincent factory – and once, when out testing the bike, he'd suffered a slight spill, which resulted in a broken offside footrest.
"He'd ridden it back to the factory but for some reason they didn't have a replacement, so the footrest was welded up and put back on. This was still evident when I got the bike, which reinforced my thoughts that it had never been restored and it's still on the bike.
"I had to replace the rusty exhaust and silencer, renew the clutch and valves and replace the timing gear but, basically, there was little I had to do to get it back on the road. Over the 25 years I owned the Comet, I covered thousands of miles, and it really was a lovely machine to ride."
Due to ill health, Colin had to give up riding in 2017 but before then he'd started to thin down his collection and, as previously mentioned, by December 2016 the Vincent had a new owner in the form of Steve Morris. Before we fired the bike into action, Steve told me a little about his motorcycling career and how he eventually persuaded Colin to part with the Stevenage thoroughbred.
"My first bike was a Garelli Tiger Cross which I paid £12 for – including a helmet – in 1974, it also taught me a lot about mechanics as it frequently seized when I didn't have the correct mix of oil and petrol in the tank. Through my teens and twenties I had lots of different machines, but then I had a break from two wheels when I got married and it wasn't until the early 1990s that I got back into bikes when I bought a very rough Honda CX500 for £100 and had a lot of satisfaction in bringing it back to life for my first restoration.
"Although I've had modern bikes for touring, the 'oldies' are my first love and I've presently got a couple of Sunbeams (S7 De Luxe and a S8), a Royal Enfield Continental and a 1926 250cc BSA. Since my teens, I longed for a Vincent, but the price of the twins has now risen to beyond my means and when I met Colin I was immediately drawn to his Comet.
"Several times I asked him if he was interested in selling it but the answer was 'no, but if I do I'll give you first refusal'. Just before Christmas in 2016, my wife and I were off to Scotland for a holiday and on our way we stopped at Colin's house to say hello. Out of the blue he asked me if I was still interested in buying the Comet and, as you can imagine, it didn't take too long for me to say 'yes, please'. The deal was done and a month later the Vincent was tucked away in my workshop, awaiting the first sunshine of the year.
"On closer inspection I was intrigued to notice that on the bottom of the crankcase there was evidence that a name had been deleted. I've since discovered that this machine was known as a 'transition' bike, as it was originally stamped with 'HRD' on the case and when the company became 'Vincent' they still had some of these in the stores, so the engine builders were given instructions to machine the name off.
"I also discovered that although it had been given an age-related number the original one of GAY 81 – a Vincent factory one – was still available and I was lucky enough to secure it and transfer it over. In the last three years, I've done quite a few miles on it – including a couple of 'Distinguished Gentleman's Rides' – and the bike has run faultlessly.
"There are some superb roads around where I live in West Wiltshire and after a hard day's work, getting it out and taking it for a spin is the best therapy I could possible ask for."
The Series C Comet was a new model added to the Stevenage company's range in 1948 and although before the Second World War there had been both singles and twins in the Vincent-HRD line up, it was a fresh design. Although all earlier singles had rear springing, the oil-bearing central spine, from which the engine was hung, was a new development.
As was pointed out in the 1950 road test, this frame and the Girdraulic forks were identical to those fitted on the 1000cc twin and earned accolades from the period testers: "The handling was of the highest order and has earned praise from experienced riders throughout the world. A feeling of tautness and rigidity is provided by the frame of the Comet.
"The rear wheel, controlled by the twin spring cylinders and separate hydraulic unit, maintains contact with the road in a leech-like fashion, but so effective is the hydraulic damper that, as with the front fork, there is never any suggestion of excessive reaction or patter.
"Front and rear suspension characteristics harmonise in an exemplary manner and result in steering and roadholding, which is not only a sheer delight, especially at high speeds, but which also makes maximum contribution to safety."
…For the full feature, pick up the February 2020 issue of The Classic MotorCycle. For more information on how to get your hands on a copy, click HERE.
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KANSAS CITY, Mo. — For the first time since his arrest on suspicion of driving under the influence, Councilman Quinton Lucas spoke exclusively to 41 Action News.
"I recognize that I think I made the right choice not trying to come back to Kansas City and making sure that I wasn't a risk to anyone else," Lucas said.
Lucas attended a University of Kansas event and a gathering afterward in Lawrence on Oct. 18. He said when he got to his car around 10:45 p.m., he realized he couldn't safely drive home. He decided to sit in his car.
We asked why Lucas didn't just go to a hotel instead.
"Certainly we could go back over it. I was thinking between the idea of, are we trying to get back to Kansas City? Which, I think, would have been irresponsible versus actually, just in essence, take a break, sit down, right, spend some time... In essence, try to cool down and make sure you're not a greater threat," Lucas said.
Lawrence police officers later found him asleep and placed him under arrest for suspicion of driving under the influence.
A recording of a police radio call shows an officer saying a man was found unconscious in a running vehicle. Lucas declined to answer whether the car was running, citing legal reasons.
He did, however, stress he has no animosity towards the officers who arrested him.
"I respect the work the police department did, and I'm not going to second guess any steps that they made," Lucas said.
The councilman maintains he did not break the law and believes the charge could be dismissed within the next few weeks or even days.
"Regardless of legalities, I think it was a reasonable choice," Lucas said. "And I would encourage somebody if they're thinking about driving a long distance versus—heck—sitting anywhere, including in their vehicle, I would say don't drink and drive, and that's the most important choice."
In Kansas, driving under the influence includes operating or attempting to operate a vehicle. Lucas said he never moved his car and believes recent supreme court and appeals decisions will clear him in this case.


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Yeah, I feel like what 123987 said 3 pages ago is going to happen: that Jr thinks Minnie got abducted and he'll really yell at her when he finds out she went there out of her own free will.
I'm already feeling sorry for Minnie, she just wanted to prove she was useful.
Hey, Senji, I see that all pages from chapter 4 page 65 onward are not in the archive.
It'd be nice to add them there so we can browse through them more easily when searching for a specific page instead of loading them one by one until we get to the page we're looking for.
I just tested now and the pages are all added. But the way it's linking to them now isn't the same way as before, and some of the pages lead to a "Page not found" link.
Before they linked to the URL with the page's name, like this one here, named "Today's victim". But now they are linking to the page number within the chapter, which in the case of this page, it's 93.
I think Senji should try going back to the old linking system, that linked to the file with the name of the page, like it is currently working in chapters 1, 2 and 3.
I tested it now and it's been fixed.
Only 2 pages have a problem: the thumbnail of the page "A day to remember" is repeatedly linking to the previous page, "you're late". And the thumbnail of the page "Nightmare part 2" doesn't have a link.
now everything should be up to date.
I was just giving you a heads up.
now that what i call making an entrance!


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An intern for a for-profit business must be paid unless the internship meets the requirements of the narrow "learner/trainee" exemption under the federal Fair Labor Standards Act ("FLSA"), the law governing payment of minimum wages and overtime. Failure to meet this narrow exemption could result in costly litigation and possibly significant liability; some of the businesses recently sued have had thousands of interns in the purported "class" of plaintiffs.
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Looks like an advanced password wheel,like that one to Their finest hour.
Looks almost like part of a bombsight As it seems to calculate true airspeed / altitude given barometric pressure temperature and indicated altitude and speed but I am not convinced ?
My guess; part of a bombsight. It appears to have the function of telling you your height off the ground. Interseting that it asks for the "ground pressure". I assume they mean the air pressure at ground level. Weather conditions must have affected how it was read.
Must be a precursor to the E6-B, which looks a lot like this and actually performs the same function amongst others, such as unit conversion, fuel consumption, wind correction angle, and so on. Basically a specialized circular slide rule.


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Q: Trigger to show comma-separated products in the text area custom field whenever the order line item is changed Trigger to show comma-separated products in the below custom field whenever the order line item is added/updated/deleted. Custom field on Order - xyz(textArea)
I am completely new to development and have been trying a lot to write but can't move forward really. Not sure whether to write on Order Object or which one. Also, I am getting a error 1) Method does not exist or incorrect signature: void put(String, Order) from the type Map<Id,OrderItem> .
Below is the code which I wrote:-
trigger trigger_name on OrderItem (after insert, after update) {

    if (trigger.isInsert || trigger.isUpdate || trigger.isDelete) {
        Map<Id,OrderItem> items = new Map<Id,OrderItem>([Select id, Product2Id from OrderItem]);

        for (Order ord: trigger.new) {
            if (ord.OrdersProduct__c != null) {
                items.put(ord.OrdersProduct__c, ord);
            }
        }
    }
}

A: This is bit naive, doesn't work on update that changes Order header (you'd then need to update old & new order), delete, undelete (restore from recycle bin). It's just to give you an idea.
This should get you started. No promises it'll compile, written in notepad.
// Collect Ids of all order headers we must check
Set<Id> orderIds = new Set<Id>();
if(trigger.isInsert || trigger.isUpdate){
    for(OrderItem oi : trigger.new){
        orderIds.add(oi.OrderId);
    }
}
// Query them and all their line items in one go.
List<Order> orders = [SELECT Id,
    (SELECT Product2Id, Quantity, ListPrice
    FROM OrderItems
    ORDER BY OrderItemNumber)
    FROM Order
    WHERE Id IN :orderIds];

// actual "rollup"
for(Order o : orders){
    if(o.OrderItems.isEmpty()){
        o.OrdersProduct__c = null;
    } else {
        List<String> rows = new List<String>();
        for(OrderItem oi : o.OrderItems){
            rows.add(String.join(new List<String>{
                String.valueOf(oi.Product2Id),
                String.valueOf(oi.Quantity),
                String.valueOf(ListPrice)
            }, ';'));
        }
        o.OrdersProduct__c = String.join(rows, '\n');
    }
}
update orders;

A: Welcome to the community! You are on the right track, your trigger should be on the OrderItem object. One thing that I noticed is missing is the after delete event in the trigger definition.
A trigger like the one below should do the trick:
trigger OrderItemTrigger on OrderItem (after insert, after update, after delete) {

    // Get the modified OrderItems depending on the operation
    List<OrderItem> modifiedOrderItems;

    if (Trigger.isInsert || Trigger.isUpdate) {
        modifiedOrderItems = Trigger.new;
    }
    else if (Trigger.isDelete) {
        modifiedOrderItems = Trigger.old;
    }

    // Use the modified OrderItems to get the IDs of their parent Orders
    Set<Id> orderIds = new Set<Id>();

    for (OrderItem oi : modifiedOrderItems) {
        orderIds.add(oi.OrderId);
    }

    // Retrieve all OrderItems related to the modified Orders
    List<OrderItem> orderItems = [
        SELECT Id, OrderId, Product2.Name
        FROM OrderItem
        WHERE OrderId IN :orderIds
    ];

    // Update text area field (Order_Products__c) on Orders
    Map<Id, Order> orderMap = new Map<Id, Order>();

    for (OrderItem oi : orderItems) {
        Id parentOrderId = oi.OrderId;

        if (!orderMap.containsKey(parentOrderId)) {
            orderMap.put(parentOrderId, new Order(Id = parentOrderId));
        }

        Order parentOrder = orderMap.get(parentOrderId);
        parentOrder.Order_Products__c += oi.Product2.Name + '\n';
    }

    if (!orderMap.isEmpty()) {
        List<Order> parentOrders = orderMap.values();
        update parentOrders;
    }
}

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Nearly 70% of the Bruce Peninsula is covered by forests ranging from dense deciduous, coniferous and mixed forests on the east side of the Bruce Peninsula to sparser coniferous forests on the west. Much of the forest has changed since European settlement in the mid-1800s as a result of historic logging, agricultural settlement and major forest fires that swept through the region. Despite these changes, the Bruce Peninsula has the largest remaining intact forested area in all of Southern Ontario, supporting a diverse suite of forest plants and animals.
Why are our forests important?
• Large, connected deciduous forests are critically important for the Bruce Peninsula's unique Black Bears
• Deep, interior forests provide habitat for area-sensitive breeding birds while coastal forests provide stopover habitat for migratory songbirds and raptors
• Diverse forest types support diverse plants including ancient lichens and mosses, ferns, and a colourful array of wildflowers
• Ephemeral pools within or adjacent to forests provide important breeding habitat for amphibians
• Fallen logs and rocks provide habitat for insects and other invertebrates, fungi and bacteria, all providing the vital service of decomposition
• Forests help to maintain air and water quality, and provide many local goods such as timber, firewood and maple syrup
Open Lands
Flat, pastoral landscapes, such as the Eastnor and Lindsay Flats, are an important part of the Bruce Peninsula's character and its biodiversity. Our agricultural landscapes include a mosaic of cultivated lands, hay lands, grazing lands and old fields, which are interspersed with other natural features such as woodlands, wetlands, rivers and streams, field margins and hedgerows. Although grasslands were historically not found on the Bruce Peninsula, our agricultural areas offer habitat for many wildlife species.
Why are our open lands important?
• Threatened grassland birds such as Bobolink, Eastern Meadowlark and Upland Sandpiper nest and raise their young in hayfields, pastures and old fields
• Raptors and migrating songbirds, waterbirds, and shorebirds feed in open lands
• Several species of bats feed in these areas and control many pest species that affect crop production
• Dragonflies, bees, butterflies and many other insects find nourishment in pastures, old fields and field margins, and many are important pollinators for wildflowers and crops
• Soil organisms such as bacteria, fungi and worms are critical for soil fertility
• Open lands are a significant economic resource for the community, predominantly through livestock and crop production, and ensure local food security in the future
Alvars
Alvars are among the rarest ecosystems in North America and are considered globally imperiled. The Bruce Peninsula has one of the greatest concentrations of alvars on the continent, which harbour an exceptional variety of globally and provincially rare species. These are harsh environments that are ice swept in the winter, flood in the spring, and face temperatures of up to 53oC and severe drought in the summer. Alvars have little or no soil and, in many cases, the only soil that persists is found in fissures and depressions in the bedrock surface. Despite these conditions, they are rich and irreplaceable habitats for rare plants and animals.
Why are our alvars important?
• Ancient white cedars more than 500 years old can be found in some alvars
• At least 47 alvar species are globally or provincially rare, and many are also endemic to the Great Lakes such as Dwarf Lake Iris, Hill's Thistle and Lakeside Daisy
• Open bedrock areas are often encrusted with an array of rare lichens and mosses while grasses, sedges and wildflowers take root in the few areas with soil
• Unique assemblages of insects and snails take refuge among the sparse vegetation
• Perched table rocks provide important cover for female Massasauga Rattlesnakes during gestation and some grassland birds use alvars as nesting habitat
We are all connected by our water – from the upland headwaters to the nearshore of Lake Huron and Georgian Bay. Our inland waters are the life blood of the Bruce Peninsula, providing clean water for our community and important habitats for plants, fish and wildlife. There are thirteen local watersheds, each associated with a series of small, shallow inland lakes and wetlands that drain into Lake Huron and Georgian Bay through a network of cold and warm water streams and underground channels.
Why are our inland waters important?
• Most lakes and streams provide warm water habitat for basses, minnows, darters and Northern Pike, while some streams offer cold water habitat for native Brook Trout and recreational species such as Rainbow Trout
• Provide breeding habitat for marsh birds and stopover habitat for migrating shorebirds and waterfowl
• Provide breeding and feeding habitat for several reptiles and amphibians
• Support many rare and endangered species, such as Hill's Pondweed, Eastern Prairie-fringed Orchid and Black Tern
• Wetlands and riparian vegetation around lakes, rivers and streams help to moderate floods and drought, slow runoff and control erosion
Great Lakes Shorelines
As its name suggests, the Bruce Peninsula is nearly surrounded by water with hundreds of kilometres of Great Lakes shoreline including the mainland and its archipelago of islands. Influenced by the geology of the Niagara Escarpment and the relentless forces of the Great Lakes, the Bruce Peninsula offers a rich assemblage of bedrock shores, cobble beaches, cliffs and talus, and sand beaches and dunes – we have them all and each has its own unique community of plants and animals.
Why are our Great Lakes shorelines important?
• Lichens and mosses are abundant on exposed bedrock areas while wildflowers and ferns grow in pockets of soil in small cracks and crevices
• Ancient 1,000 year old white cedars cling to cliff faces
• Several shoreline caves provide critical habitat for hibernating bats, including Ontario's third largest bat cave
• Many islands support unique plants and animals due to their isolation
• Undisturbed shoreline areas provide important stopover sites for migratory birds and nesting habitat for colonial waterbirds such as gulls, terns and herons
• Most people live on the shoreline, and recreational activities are often associated with these areas including hiking, boating, swimming and rock climbing
Coastal Wetlands
Coastal wetlands are the most productive areas in the Great Lakes with diverse plants, fish and wildlife concentrated in these areas. These wetlands are connected to and directly influenced by the waters of the Great Lakes. They are dynamic environments, adapted to natural fluctuations in water levels and storm events, and many plants require these natural cycles. Nearly 95 coastal wetlands have been identified on the Bruce Peninsula along the open shoreline, in protected bays or associated with the rivers.
Why are our coastal wetlands important?
• Coastal wetlands are critical areas for fish production in the Great Lakes, with a large percentage of species using these areas during some part of their life cycles
• Provide breeding and foraging habitat for a rich variety of amphibians and reptiles
• Provide important breeding habitats for marsh birds and stop-over sites for migratory birds that congregate to feast on the abundant food supplies
• Harbour several rare or endangered species such as Tuberous Indian Plantain, Spotted Turtle and Massasauga Rattlesnake
• Some coastal wetlands are fringed with coastal meadow marshes, a globally rare and imperiled habitat
• Improve water quality and reduce stormwater run-off, and prevent property damage by buffering Great Lakes storm activity
Nearshore Waters
The nearshore represents the waters of Lake Huron and Georgian Bay from the shoreline to a 30 metres depth. The sloping topography of the Bruce Peninsula creates contrasting nearshore ecosystems with steep cliffs plunging into Georgian Bay and the sloping shallows of Lake Huron. The waters at the tip of the Bruce Peninsula encompass a transition zone where Georgian Bay meets the waters of the main Lake Huron basin. These waterscapes combine with winds, water currents, islands and reefs, as well as the inland waters from rivers and streams, to create diverse and productive aquatic habitats.
Why are our nearshore waters important?
• Aquatic vegetation in protected bays provides significant spawning, nursery and feeding habitat for many warm water fish species
• Several fish species spawn in nearshore gravel, sand and cobble habitats
• Reefs and shoals are critical habitat for spawning lake trout and lake whitefish, and the western shores are considered to be the most productive lake whitefish spawning shoals and nursery grounds in Lake Huron
• Continentally significant migratory congregations of Rednecked Grebes return to Dyers Bay each year
• Tourism, commercial and recreational fishing, swimming, boating and other activities provide opportunities to interact with the lake
For more on these natural features and how to preserve
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While other single adoptive parents, slather walls of empty rooms with pastle colors or study up on the fine facts behind cribs and stollers. "Should I go for the $600 model or the $1000 dollar, I -rule- the-playground variety, I picked at scabs until they flake away, and the wounds bled. Even a late winter blizzard became a torment. Standing at the living room window, I watched cotton-ball sized flakes tumble to the ground, wishing my far away child were home to shape angels in the snow with me.
Right out the gate my Tuesday, a few weeks ago presented challenges. As I chugged cappuccino from a Grande Momma cup, The Today Show featured, before 9 AM a LIVE BIRTH! There was a woman flat on her back from popping out a real live baby! See the new dad! See the wrinkled ball of new flesh.
Knowing my mood wouldn't sustain those images, I clicked the remote to CBS. It's offering included the Greatest Super Bowl Spot ever. With that news my luck hadn't improved, it worsened. Sadly a Super Bowl Spot, since I'd come super close to that goal, seemed the most viable.
Now two days later, as I ran around my two-bedroom apartment it seemed Arlene had the better idea. This time unlike the first visit, I didn't scrub the place antiseptically clean. The vacuum never left the hall closet. I decided to go with a version of myself closer to truth than adoptive-hopeful-parent hyperbole.
Our appointment was set for 10 AM. The buzzer rang at 9:59AM; my mascara wand was in mid air, winging toward my demur lashes. What to do? I thought after I buzzed her in? One fast coat of mascara? One last sweep of my apartment? My lashes won.
Stella came in. I realized, instantly, how much I missed her instantly. I held back giving her a hug and within a few minutes gave in. Then the dog and pony show began.
" No I haven't been depressed.
Stella examined my paper work, and then we went to see my neighbors, and William, they're bouncing baby boy that I love to bounce on my knee and hip, singing songs and dancing. I wanted to show Stella that I had baby connections. As we sat down in Courtney and Scott's cozy home I said, "Stella just had a baby! "Trying to bridge the gap between strangers quickly.
"Good God I thought, I've been doing this for two years. I'd avoided counting how long I'd waited for a baby.
Now I wanted to put my head in an oven.
Stella left 30 minutes later. As the elevator doors closed, I hadn't quite made up my mind to laugh or to cry. When I went back into my appartment and discovered I'd forgotten to put out the fresh cake of hand soap, after tossing out the thin, used up chip of soap, the tears welled up in my eyes. Stella had used the bathroom. She'd seen I was soapless. Maybe I'd get a finaling grade. No Mom would forget the soap, I thought as a tear balance on my lash.
I sucked in a cool in take of air. Wipe the single loose tear away, went to the phone and ordered a deluxe sushi, shrimp tempura, eel, and spicy tuna. You have you comfort food. I have mine.


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Ultra effort in South African marathon by Harpenden dance school principal
Sophie Crockett
Philippa O'Donovan in the 56km Two Oceans Ultra Marathon - Credit: Archant
A dance school principal who ran 56km in South African heat has raised more than £2,000 for charity in memory of a dance teacher who died last year.
Philippa O'Donovan, principal of Harpenden's Louise Sheaves School of Dance, completed the Two Oceans Ultra Marathon around the Cape Peninsular, Cape Town, recently.
The epic run covers 56km, or 34.8 miles, making it 8.6 miles longer than a regular marathon.
Philippa ran the ultra marathon in memory of dance teacher at Louise Sheaves School of Dance Mary Schon, who died last year from a brain tumour.
Mary taught many dancers at the school, the Harpenden Summer School, Tring Park School for Performing Arts, as well as examining ballet worldwide.
Philippa said: "Sadly in July she found out that she had a brain tumour and after a short and courageous battle, she passed away in December, leaving many the richer for having known her.
"Marie Curie nurses provided her family with invaluable help and support."
Philippa trained for the race with the help of Harpenden Arrows Running Club and ran most of it with her twin sister Allie - who was getting married the following weekend.
She said: "Billed as the world's most beautiful marathon, it certainly lived up to its name; fantastic views of mountains, beaches, cliffs, and a pair of rugby players running in South African flag speedos."
She continued: "The feeling of achievement was immense; I managed to finish in five hours 43 minutes which was ahead of what I was expecting.
"We have raised far more money than I could have hoped for as well. Massive thank you to all who donated to Marie Curie nurses, so far this crazy endeavour has helped to raise £2,290 in memory of an inspirational lady."
Harpenden Arrows meet on Tuesdays and Thursdays at St George's School Sports Hall at 7.30pm. Email info@harpendenarrows.co.uk for more details.


Mining hardware manufacturers have begun selling Cryptonight ASIC miners for next to nothing after privacy-centric cryptocurrency Monero carried out its threat to adopt a hard fork to maintain ASIC resistance.
Last week, Monero activated its semi-annual hard fork, an update that included an alteration to its instance of the Cryptonight Proof-of-Work (PoW) consensus algorithm.
This particular update had one purpose: ensure that no currently-existent Application Specific Integrated Circuit (ASIC) miners are compatible with the Monero network.
The hard fork came weeks after Bitmain — the dominant ASIC manufacturer and a subject of scorn among many cryptocurrency communities — unveiled the Antminer X3, its first Cryptonight ASIC miner.
At least one other manufacturer — lesser-known company Baikal Miners — claimed to have developed a Cryptonight ASIC, an announcement it made several days before Bitmain went public with the much more powerful Antminer X3.
Though vastly more efficient than GPU-based miners, ASICs have a critical vulnerability — they cannot currently be reprogrammed. Consequently, fundamental changes to a PoW algorithm can "brick" them permanently.
While the devices are still compatible with other Cryptonight coins, there is little consumer demand to mine an algorithm headlined by Electroneum, Bytecoin, and Sumokoin.
Consequently, Bitmain and Baikal are sitting on piles of now nearly-worthless devices, and while Bitmain can likely stomach the losses due to its reported $4 billion in profits last year, Baikal may have bitten off more than it can chew.
To wit, the Hong Kong-based firm is now offering a five-for-one deal on its Cryptonight ASICs in a bid to recoup something — anything — from the funds it poured into researching, development, and manufacturing for the nascent product.
Meanwhile, at least five different projects claim that they will continue to develop the old Monero blockchain, including two named "Monero Classic" and one that has been promoted by Bitmain's official Twitter account.
Monero is not the only major cryptocurrency that has considered using a hard fork to maintain ASIC resistance. Ethereum, the second-largest cryptocurrency, recently began this debate in response to Bitmain's announcement that it had developed an Ethash ASIC miner. While the fork appears wildly popular among users, developers have thus far been hesitant to pursue the potentially "chaotic" course.


Two fluffy, grey and white brothers named Jesse and Sam joined our family almost two years ago. They spend a lot of time on top of things. It's what they do. The photos for this challenge are of Jesse, who is the bigger, lazier, and my kids would say dumber brother. I don't know about dumb, but goofy? Definitely!
See what else is "on top" at the Weekly Photo Challenge.
Looks like a soft and good place to rest.
It is! He's a stuffed dog named Duke that belongs to my son. We all like to lean on him occasionally.


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2016 Toyota Camry in Charlottetown, PEI
Serving Prince Edward Island
Have you been looking for a midsize sedan that can suit your driving lifestyle? If so, pay Charlottetown Toyota in Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island (PEI) a visit. At our dealership, we carry a vast array of new Toyotas in stock for motorists to survey including the 2016 Toyota Camry. As one of Canada's premier Toyota dealerships, we have proudly served Prince Edward Island for a number of years. Stop by Charlottetown Toyota at 1 Superior Crescent and discover a new Camry today.
What's New For The Camry
For 2016, the Toyota Camry has mostly gone unchanged. There's a new model in the form of the Camry Special edition that features new exterior and interior changes. The Special Edition comes with new body panels, 18-inch wheels, new taillights, as well as a new paint job. On the inside, the Special Edition receives sportier seats, blue patterned inserts and blue stitching.
Engine Performance For The Camry
As a midsize sedan, the new Camry shines at tackling a variety of driving situations. To provide you with a comfortable ride and the ability to utilize the vehicle on a regular basis, the new Camry has two powerful engines for drivers to explore. The entry-level Camry comes with a 2.4-L four-cylinder engine that makes 178 hp and is matched to an electronically controlled six-speed automatic transmission. The 2.4-L engine can return 9.7L/100 km and 6.9L/100 km (city/hwy). For more versatility, the Camry can be fitted with a 3.5-L V-6 that produces 268 hp. The more powerful V-6 can get 11.0L/100 km and 7.7L/100 km (city/hwy).
Interior Features On The Camry
To provide you with a comfortable ride on a routine basis, the new Camry comes with an extensive list of interior features. Toyota packed the midsize sedan with all of the latest interior features to ensure that you receive an enjoyable ride on a routine basis. Interior features on the new Camry include:
Entune Premium JBL audio
Leather-trimmed steering wheel with Bluetooth and audio controls
Leather-trimmed multi-stage heated front seats
Explore The Camry At Charlottetown Toyota
If you've been searching for a stylish midsize sedan that can fulfill all of your driving needs, then check out the 2016 Toyota Camry. The new Camry has a lengthy list of interior features and two fuel-efficient engines for you to explore. To get our best price on a Toyota, visit Charlottetown Toyota in Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island (PEI). Visit Charlottetown Toyota at 1 Superior Crescent and test drive a Camry today.


HEAT EQUPMENT IS A WORKHORSE!
I supervise work crews on an American Indian reservation in Arizona. The new PestPro thermal equipment has stood up to extreme heat conditions of the Sonoran desert. We have called asking for advice on certain situations and our questions were answered. That is the best thing about the system, you are not abandoned after the purchase.
BEST DESIGNED & MOST POWERFUL HEAT EQUIPMENT ON THE MARKET!
We purchased our 55kW diesel generator powered PestPro Thermal trailer system in August of 2017 and it has worked as advertised! We received a full day of comprehensive job training which helped tremendously. The units are light weight and one person can do the set-up in a reasonable amount of time. Any questions I have had, have been answered quickly and they even drove out to my location to see how it was going a few months after I purchased it. Thank you for the great service!
In the midst of the bed bug epidemic of 2009-2011 we were inundated with rooms out of service throughout the summer season. We would have a room infested and then have the exterminator come in and do their job. The room would be out of service for three weeks while the chemical solution worked. Needless to say this cost us a lot.
When I was introduced to PestPro and purchased their product it was like all of our problems simply went away overnight. Heat has been the best killer for this bug. Now rooms come back into service within 24 hours and we know there are no chemicals in the room.
PestPro has been a god send. Thank you so much. I always try to recommend PestPro to everybody I know in the industry.
PROFESSIONAL, KNOWLEDGEABLE, HELPFUL AND GOT THE JOB DONE!
Michael and the PestPro team were a huge help with my bed bug remediation process. Steve taught me "everything bedbugs" and was kind, patient and extremely generous with his time and knowledge. The bugs were gone fairly quickly and the thermal treatments were a huge help. Thank you so much Michael and PestPro, I'm so glad I found you and that with your help the bugs are now gone!
GREAT EQUIPMENT + GREAT SUPPORT = HAPPY CUSTOMERS!
We want to take a moment to write a quick testimonial for Pest pro equipment. We have used their equipment going on SEVEN years. We have found it to be reliable and durable in day-to-day use that team members put it through. The equipment is user friendly and moves easily into positions in homes, apartments, and motel rooms. Their support staff has been quick to respond and answer our questions. We are very pleased with the revenue stream from this equipment and the customers are extremely happy with the results.
We purchased our 20kW PestPro bedbug heat treatment system in March of 2012, after researching available equipment and observing demonstrations by the two largest equipment manufacturers. Our PestPro system was easy to learn to operate, so much so that we never took advantage of the free day of training that is included in the purchase price. The system was delivered on time and has performed well, and the occasional small issue has been promptly resolved by PestPro to our complete satisfaction. Our reception in the marketplace and the economical purchase price of the equipment mean we will probably pay for the system in 6-8 months, and it is our intention to add a second PestPro system in the near future. The people at PestPro honored all of their commitments to us and we highly recommend the Company and their equipment.
Just a quick note to let you know the equipment arrived on schedule.
Also, we have done our first job with the units, and they performed flawlessly.
It is usually quite a gamble to send large sums of money to another country and trust that the goods purchased will arrive as promised. In this case the product, delivery, and communication exceeded our expectations.
It is rare in today's business climate to find a company that provides a measure of service beyond what was promised. I am referring to the "pig tails" sent at no charge to us.
We will continue to purchase from Pest Pro Thermal as we add to our service inventory.


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Kinza | Senior School | Streatham & Clapham High School
Each girl has the opportunity to enjoy learning for its own sake.
Enrichment through Kinza.
Fearless Wednesdays
'Kinza' — an Arabic term meaning 'hidden treasure'.
Streatham & Clapham High School's 'Kinza' programme is one of the most exciting features of our curriculum and exemplifies our commitment to 'fearless learning'.
Through the weekly Kinza sessions, each pupil has the opportunity to explore various types of subject enrichment freely, with no examination pressure at the end, all the while enjoying the process of learning and developing new skills. Each Kinza course reflects the personal interests and expertise of the teaching staff.
Our pupils rotate around a carousel of courses, giving them the opportunity to be bold and try out a variety of new activities, which are designed to provide academic stretch and challenge and an opportunity to collaborate with pupils, not in their classes or house.
The Kinza programme is a salient feature of an SCHS education.
Why is enrichment important?
We aim enable every girl to achieve beyond the bounds of expectation on a daily basis, across the spectrum of endeavour. That's why all of our enrichment options aim to inspire, nourish and develop each girl's skills, experiences and imagination. Explore our other enrichment options below.
Enrichment: Kinza Options 2021/22
Upper Third Kinza
Anthropology for the 21st Century
Anthropology's basic concern is humankind in its widest sense: from our evolutionary origins to current cultural practices. Through a variety of fun activities, the course will introduce you to relevant key terms such as cultural relativism, ethnography, fieldwork, informants, multiculturalism, ritual, social class and urbanisation. Learn more about the discipline's sub-fields – biological, social, development and medical anthropology in particular – and famous anthropologists by looking at both classic ethnographies and frontline research from around the world. Discover what anthropologists do and what your career options as an anthropologist are. We will also look at cross-cultural differences and similarities through the lens of fashion; you will research changes in indigenous dress in different cultures and get the opportunity to design a costume that you deem to represent your own 'cultural' identity.
Further details: see Dr van Heerden
If you like making things, this activity is for you. Engineering is the branch of science to do with mechanisms, structures and design. In Engineering, you will compete in practical challenges creating things that work. To start out, we will be looking at architectural structures, gliders and how to make cars go fast.
Further details: see Mr Lynch
Football is a game of teamwork, individual skill and a great way of having fun and keeping fit with friends, and indeed for making them! It is an aerobic sport which can help to improve your heart and lung function, as well as increasing your energy and stamina. The activity on the pitch can also help reduce stress and increase happiness. We will work through skills and fitness each week so be prepared to train as well as play. This is a course for all abilities from the complete novice to a club pro. Please wear PE kit and shin pads.
Further details: see Mr Spooner
'Once Upon a Time….' An Exploration of the Fairy Tale
From dazzling princesses, handsome princes, evil stepmothers, and goblins to carnivorous wolves, poisoned apples, glass slippers and mirrors, the protagonists and images of fairy tales have cast a spell over readers and audiences for centuries. Passed down from generation to generation, these tales reveal an incredible amount about the societies in which they were produced. During this activity, we will be looking at a wide range of fairy tales, focusing on original texts and how they have been subverted to incorporate the values of modern audiences. We will delve into the realms of poetry, creative writing, film, art and fashion- be prepared to be enchanted!
Further details: see Miss Shaw
Sportshall Athletics
Sportshall Athletics is an indoor form of track and field. The activity was created by George Bunner MBE to provide a safe and warm environment for young athletes to train during the cold and dark winter months. It developed into a new form of team competition and the first ever Sportshall competition took place in 1976. Today it is the largest competition in the School Games framework! Come join in this activity where we will focus on fitness and multi-skill development providing a grounding for all your sports. It is totally inclusive, encourages you to get fit and promotes friendship whilst having fun! It will provide you the stepping stone for the summer athletics and you might even compete for SCHS or Lambeth! Please wear your PE Kit.
Further details: see Mrs Eves
Lower Fourth Kinza
Creating Comics
Since Superman's first appearance in action comics in 1938, comics have been a huge part of our culture. Their influence has only grown in recent years with blockbuster movies such as Avengers and Batman vs. Superman. Come and learn what it takes to create comics. We will go through all the various processes of creating comics including writing, pencilling, inking, colouring and lettering. You will get the opportunity to learn the different skills that go into producing a comic page using both traditional art techniques and IT programs. This is a great opportunity to explore different creative outlets and express yourself in ways you may not have realised are possible.
Further details: see Mr McDougall
How do you like your crime fiction? Hard-boiled or cosy? Or maybe you prefer a good whodunit or police procedural. If you are a fan of stories about crime and criminals, this course is for you. You will be learning about different kinds of crime fiction, creating your own detectives and learning how to write the perfect murder mystery. You will also be studying examples of crime fiction and seeing what you can steal from other authors. So exercise your little grey cells, ignore the red herrings and solve the mystery of what to do on Wednesday afternoons.
Further details: see Mr Williams
We use programming for most things and Python is one of the most versatile and useful programming languages out there. We shall learn the foundation of Python and then use that to analyse data and graphs. These are useful skills that employers are on the look-out for!
Further details: see Ms Oreyomi
The main objective of touch rugby is to have fun and enjoy learning to play rugby, whilst experiencing the responsibility of being a member of a team. Touch is a brilliant social sport, suitable for all ages and sporting abilities, where pupils play together in a competitive environment. You do not need any rugby experience as the game is all about running and passing where agility, speed and hand-eye co-ordination are the key skills. Please wear your PE kit.
Further Details: see Miss Ruffman
¡Viva España!
Spanish culture is widely known for Flamenco music and dance, bullfights, fantastic beaches and lots of sunshine. But is that all Spain is known for? It has much more to offer than that. It is – and has been for thousands of years- one of the most famous and cultural centres of Europe. This is a great opportunity to discover the main traditions, festivals and food of the Spaniards. You will also learn about renowned Spanish artist such as Diego Velázquez, Miró, Dalí or Pablo Picasso and writers such as Miguel de Cervantes or Federico García Lorca. Do not miss this opportunity and join us!
Further details: see Miss García
Upper Fourth Kinza
Have you heard of BTS, Blackpink or Girls' Generation? Do you want to explore how the music industry of South Korea became so popular? Do you want to learn more about the Vietnam war? Do you want to find out about the Great Wall of China? Do you want to learn how to complete a brain-scratching sudoku puzzle or master the art of origami? There is a little bit of everything in Asian Fusion.
Further Details: see Ms Nguyen
Islamic Art Through the Ages
Islamic Art is not only the art created specifically in the service of the Muslim faith but also characterises the art and architecture historically produced in the lands ruled by Muslims. As it is not only a religion but a way of life, Islam fostered the development of a distinctive culture with its own unique artistic language that is reflected in art and architecture throughout the Muslim world.
Further details: see Ms Khan
Mexico – a land of contradictions?
Mexico is larger than Europe and is a country of many contrasts. It has the largest Spanish-speaking population in the world with a population of 128 million people. It is a vibrant tourist destination with a Caribbean and a Pacific coastline, varied flora and fauna and an exciting history. We will study the Mayans and the Aztecs and the conquest by the Spanish. We will see how this affected the Mexico that we see today. We will investigate the art, architecture, gastronomy, festivals and even reality television of modern Mexico.
Further details: see Mrs Helszajn
Nature at Risk
With activists and scientists sounding the alarm on the climate and ecological crisis, what role can we play in engaging with this complex issue? During this course, you will deeply explore, discuss and understand the many issues and be given opportunities to bring about real, positive change.
Further details: see Ms Flanagan
So STEMpting!
The CREST Awards scheme is the British Science Association's flagship programme for young people, providing science enrichment activities. It is the only nationally recognised accreditation scheme for project work in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) subjects.  CREST gives students the chance to participate in hands-on science through investigations and enquiry-based learning. The awards are well regarded, high quality and a tangible recognition of success.  We will be offering the Bronze and Silver awards which both provide a real-life experience of 'being' a scientist and working on STEM projects, allowing you to experience the project process; improving your enquiry, problem solving and communication skills. This will be a great opportunity for anyone who has an interest in science and is enthusiastic about developing their laboratory and independent study skills. Please note that this option is not suitable for rowers.
Further details: see Miss Ferguson
Lower Fifth Kinza
Art History: The Reception of Greek Art
2500 years ago, a cultural revolution in Athens paved the way for a Golden Age in art that has influenced artists from Michelangelo to Henry Moore since. But was it actually a 'Golden Age'? Is the Greek idea of beauty really beauty? Where are the real women? In this course, we shall study how basic ideas in Greek art have been reflected in art through the ages, as well as analysing through discussion what the reception of this Greek art says about the ideals of society at that time.
Further details: see Ms Walker
Cirque du Streatham
Is performance your jam? Learn the basic skills to becoming a fire dancer. Over the course we shall focus on different moves for Poi to lead you on a journey through the performing arts. Improve your spatial awareness, coordination and bi-lateral motor skills while learning a fun new activity without the stress of competition. We shall learn the two-point and three-point weave, butterfly, flowers and the buzzsaw.
Feeling confident? Then try your hand at something different such as juggling, staff, hula hooping and other circus skills to wow the crowds as well as improve muscle tone, dexterity, determination and posture.
Further details: see Mr Ward
What is fashion? Is it a trend, an expression, a designer collection, a style? Fashion does not mean just clothes and shoes, fashion is a social system that uses dress to communicate meaning, both to the wearer and the wider society. We talk about fashion as aesthetic, cultural, social, qualitative, exclusive, sustainable, aspirational and more. Have you heard of sustainable fashion and haute couture? Do you know the difference? How is fashion created? Do you know what goes on to stage a fashion show at London Fashion Week? What is the business behind fashion? This course will take you into the fashion world. It will look at the history of fashion, its evolution through the ages, its relevance to many societies today and how it all works behind the scenes. We will also be discussing fashion sustainability and different ways fashion can be both trendy and eco-friendly. It may open your eyes to think about what fashion really is. Is it an art, a culture, an experience or a commercial business? Time to bring out your inner fashionistas!
Further details: see Miss Tabrizi
Animation and Programming
Computer animation is used in classic films, such as Frozen and Despicable Me, to entertain us. If you want to learn the basics of how characters such as "Gru" are animated, then this activity would be a good starting-place. In this activity, you will have the opportunity to create animations using a programming language called Processing.js. Processing.js is a visual programming language, designed for the web. This programming language makes data visualizations, digital art, interactive animations, educational graphs, video games, etc. You can write code using the processing language, include it in your web page, and Processing.js does the rest. Processing.js allows code to be run by any HTML5 compatible browser, including current versions of Firefox, Safari, Chrome, Opera, and Internet Explorer. Processing.js brings the best of visual programming to the web, both for processing and web developers.
Further details: see Mr Frost
'How does a credit card work – is it free money?' 'Pensions?! Aren't they just for older people?' Money can be a touchy subject and many of us feel awkward discussing our finances. To be really financially capable, young people need help understanding the practicalities of managing money, day-to-day and for the long term. Young Money will help you understand the different elements involved in making sound financial judgements now and when you are an adult. It is important to remember that while finance can come across as stuffy, it's an exciting, fast-moving industry that impacts every element of life. Think about the information you may need to use in day-to-day circumstances – budgeting, bank accounts, credit cards and how to save for a rainy day. In the end, you should have a much firmer understanding of how to make financial decisions as a young adult and feel confident about being financially independent when your life moves on from school.
Further details: see Ms Westerby-Jones
Upper Fifth Kinza
Can't Cook, Won't Cook!
Are you interested in cooking but just cannot cook? Do you love watching cooking programmes like Come Dine with Me? If so, come to Can't Cook Won't Cook; you will be given an opportunity to cook food that interests you. For example, you might be interested in foods from around the globe, or you might wonder how different tastes are created. If you are a foodie, or an aspiring gourmand, join us for this exciting experience. There is a small cost involved as you are responsible for providing your own ingredients.
Further details: see Ms Akintunde
Shinrin-Yoku
Shinrin-Yoku is the practice of 'forest bathing'. We all know how good being in nature can make us feel: the sounds of the forest, the scent of the trees, the sunlight playing through the leaves, the fresh, clean air. Come and ease your stress and worries by learning how to enjoy the woodland on our doorstep.
Further details: see Mr Powell
Film and Society
Films tell us a lot about society, both in their portrayal of different cultures, people and histories, and also in how they reflect society at the time. During this course, you will have the chance to i) critically dissect hidden meanings, motifs and motivations of different films, ii) analyse, compare and debate various themes raised in the films, and iii) reflect on our own values as a society.
Further details: see Mr Lee
Do you want to exercise, improve your posture and learn some breathing and relaxation techniques? Yoga is the place to incorporate all of these skills. Yoga comes from an ancient tradition developed over 5,000 years ago in Northern India, and many people today find it is good for both your body and mind. We will be drawing upon a few different types of yoga practice and using a variety of exercises and postures. You can go at your own pace, so this is suitable for all ages and experience with yoga. Please bring leggings or PE kit.
Further details: see Ms May and Ms Tuggey
Discover dining at SCHS
Senior School Small Group Tours
SCHS girls shine at the London Youth Games (LYG)
Gary Elden OBE Visits SCHS


Cassie Casablanca Joins Zekiah's Software Development Team – Zekiah Technologies, Inc.
Zekiah Technologies is pleased to announce that Cassandra Casablanca has joined our team of Software Developers. Ms. Casablanca graduated from University of Maryland, Baltimore Campus (UMBC) with a degree in Information Systems in 2005. Since college she has been honing her trade while working for the defense industry. She moved to southern New Mexico after graduating and returned to Maryland in 2013.
Ms. Casablanca states: "I was drawn to software development because software is like a puzzle to me. Whether it's designing a solution to a new problem or tracking down a bug in the code, I love trying to solve the puzzle." She will now be solving puzzles for Zekiah supporting our Dahlgren contracts.