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Language: English , Spanish
Duration: Flexible
Discover the Alhambra unique complex
Admire the architecture of this impressive feature
Learn the history of the Nasrid Kingdom together with a guide
If you're planning to visit Granada you can't miss the city's must-see, the Alhambra, a unique complex that became an icon for Granada as well as one of the most visited monuments in Spain.
On this experience, you'll discover the entire complex accompanied by a professional guide that will share with you the history and secrets that made the Alhambra a monument unique in the world, being listed as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO as well. On this 2.5-hour tour, you'll visit the Alhambra and the Generalife. Don't miss the opportunity to fall in love with the whole monumental complex, admiring the impressive Nasrid Palaces, the unique Gardens of the Generalife, as well as the impressive Alcazaba. The tour includes skip-the-line tickets that will allow you to access quickly and start this unforgettable tour. Don't miss the opportunity to admire the architecture as well as the gardens, and get ready to travel to the Nasrid Kingdom era with the history and anecdotes that the guide will share with you. A unique experience you can't absolutely miss!
Tickets to the Alhambra
Radio guide
Infant (0-1 years): free
Child (2-11 years): reduced
P.º de la Sabica, 24, 18009 Granada, Spagna
Right in front of the Casa Torcuato Alhambra restaurant, down the stairs that lead to the P1 car park.
The Patronage of Alhambra and Generalife requires us to indicate the full name, age, passport (or identity card) and nationality of each visitor; this information is essential when purchasing a ticket. The name given at the time of booking must be the same name that appears on the identity card or passport of each participant
Daily from 8.30am to 7.00pm
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Сonsolidation of the BRICS Countries Positions — a Factor of Intensification of the World Community Development on the Basis of International Law in Defiance of the "Global Rules" That Meet the Interests of the USA
Victoria Perskaya
NEW GEOECONOMICS
#6. Very "Big Data"
Polycentrism (multipolarity)
DOI: 10.33917/es-6.164.2019.60-66
Formation of the world system after the Second World War was based on international law, but later the United States began to apply efforts to subdue the development of the world system to the rules and norms developed by them. With collapse of the USSR and the socialist countries bloc, the US hegemony has gained dominant importance, underpinned by both transformation of functions and replacement of appropriately trained personnel of the UN, IMF, WB, WTO and a number of international organizations and NGOs created in different countries. The dominant position of the USA could be remedied at the level of international organizations, without altering the existing international community. Сonsolidating positions of the BRICS countries, primarily at international forums, can provide restoration of justice in the world community development, including preservation of the sovereignty, historical, sociocultural and religious identity of nations and peoples in order to ensure steady increase in the well-being of the world's population, external and domestic policy independence, can establish mutually beneficial economic cooperation and political partnership meeting the national interest, as well as to eliminate interference in the internal affairs of third countries, attempts to change political regimes therein. The article discusses examples of pressure on the BRICS countries, attempts to exercise a destabilizing effect on the part of Western countries aimed at separation of the BRICS members; it analyzes the role of "soft power" in the foreign policy contour of the BRICS states in the regions where they play the role of development locomotives. Based on results of the analysis, relevant conclusions are drawn and suggestions are made
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Troubleshooter helps Raleigh mom after postal service loses passport application
RALEIGH, N.C. (WTVD) -- Lost mail and packages are a common frustration ABC11 viewers write to the Troubleshooter about regularly.
Raleigh mom Katherine Garcia knows firsthand about the frustration as USPS lost her daughter's passports application.
"This is private information of a minor, my social, her social, heaven forbids somebody can get it and anything can happen," Garcia said.
She applied for her daughter's passport at the Raleigh Post Office on New Bern Avenue. She was told to expect the passport within six to eight weeks.
"It would be sent off in two separate shipments," she said. "First, it would be the actual passport and then all of the documents that had to be sent out that day would come back in a separate package."
After two months of waiting, Garcia checked on the status of the passport in the USPS system.
"When I would check, it would say no information is found. There is no information here, anywhere."
Garcia went to the New Bern Avenue post office and says the manager just told her to give it more time. After three months of waiting and no sign of her daughter's passport, Garcia says a USPS worker told her to just apply again.
"It's a lot of money and at the same time I have to get another birth certificate for her," Garcia added.
Garcia got in touch with Troubleshooter and Diane Wilson reached out to a USPS representative.
He apologized and said Garcia is not the only victim of lost passport applications, but there were also three other customers. He said labels would fall off the envelopes containing the applications during the mailing processing.
He said the envelopes were directed to a facility in Atlanta where items go when the address cannot be identified. When it comes to the four customers who paid for a passport but didn't get it, he says the USPS offered refunds for new documents and the postal service would pay for a new passport application.
Garcia took USPS up on that offer and is now waiting for her daughter's passport to arrive any day now.
"Thank you so much for helping me," Garcia said to Troubleshooter.
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Troubleshooter suggests before mailing anything important, make copies of everything so if something happens, you have additional copies and proof of what was sent.
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Living in a small apartment that is currently surrounded by snow, it should come as no surprise that I don't get a lot of opportunity for gardening. Lucky for me, I have an iPhone, so even when I can't commune with nature, nature can come commune with me. The free Flower Garden app may not have quite the same earthy flair as a real garden, but at least you don't have to deal with bugs or dirt under your nails.
In many ways, Flower Garden feels a lot like playing Farm Story, We Rule, or any other social game that has you obsessively checking your stuff throughout the day, but in a much gentler and calmer manner, and random Facebook friends are more likely to appreciate getting a pretty bouquet of digital flowers instead of ingredients for a game they don't play.
Instead of crops, sheep, or zombies, you're just tending to flowers in pots. You start with a handful of pots and must grow your plants from seeds. Flowers can grow in a matter of minutes, hours, or even days, depending on the type. Tending to newly planted seedlings mainly consists of keeping them properly watered; not too much or too little water or else the plant will wither or wilt, and you have to check up on them regularly, just like a real plant.
Each seed packet will yield a different number of blossoms each time, and in random configurations, so it does feel a bit like you're tending to a new plant every time. When the flowers have bloomed, you can cut the blossoms and add them to a digital bouquet, which you can send to friends either through Facebook or via email with a nice note.
There aren't a whole lot of basic seeds to grow initially, but you unlock more as you plant new flowers or by sending bouquets to friends. You can also make in-game purchases of new seed types, more garden space, or packs of special fertilizer that let you grow flowers faster, so parents should keep an eye on kids when playing with this app.
The app was made free for a limited time for Valentine's Day, so jump on this one if you're interested. It's essentially a kinder, sweeter, more mom-friendly version of the near limitless freemium games out there, and while it's easy to play with and somewhat relaxing, it doesn't offer anything particularly amazing. The graphics, while pretty and pleasant, are nothing to write home about.
Overall, it's not a mind-blowing app, but there's a fair amount of gentle satisfaction to be had from tending your digital garden. Also, the bouquets, because of their interactive and customizable nature, become a cheap and simple way to brighten someone's day.
AppSafari review of Flower Garden – Grow Flowers and Send Bouquets was written by Tracy Yonemoto on March 11th, 2011 and categorized under App Store, Free, Games, iPad apps, Mini Games, Universal. Page viewed 7475 times, 1 so far today. Need help on using these apps? Please read the Help Page.


The little kowhai tree that I've been nurturing along over the last 17 years, is very happy about all the attention. Here it is, flowering in May! What will happen when the cold nights nip those tender yellow flowers? I'm feeling protective.


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How To Be a Good Bridesmaid/Maid of Honor to a South Asian Bride
2015 Apr 28 - by dulhan
While traditional South Asian weddings don't include a bridal party (all female relatives have a part to play in Hindu weddings), modern weddings include the fusion concept of bridesmaids and maids of honor.
Photo via Nadia & Malcolm's Wedding
It's a big deal to be a part of the bride's special day, but what does that entail for a ceremony that's neither completely traditional nor completely Western?
Here's a simple guide to help you help your friend on her big day:
1. Ask about the program
It's easier to be a bridesmaid/maid of honor at a traditional wedding, Western especially, where certain duties are to be expected. Standard events, such as throwing the bridal show and helping out with planning.
Photo via Banga Studios
However, in a South Asian wedding, such duties might vary. A bridesmaid might not have to come along for venue scouting, food tasting, or dress selection because a bride's mother and family might be more involved in that. There may be a bridal shower, but maybe it's not only for females. If there is a maid of honor, her duties might be very specific - such as greeting the guests.
The only way to get around the confusion to is ask the bride up front what is to be expected. Don't be shy - you're taking on the responsibilities for a reason! Offer her assistance in wedding planning, decor selection, invitation writing - and even provide support for hair/makeup/touchups and seating arrangements on the big day. Just make sure you're both clear on what's to be expected so there's less confusion.
2. Know her family
If you're a friend of the bride, chances are you've met her family. However, South Asian weddings often include the whole family - even members the bride herself hasn't met or seen in ages!
Photo via Kerry & Jason's Wedding
Especially if you're helping with seating arrangements or accomodations, ask your bride or a less busy family member to catch you up on who's who and who's coming from where. That way, you'll be able to mingle more easily with the guests and keep them busy while the bride is flitting about on her busy day. You'll also know who to keep away from who, who doesn't eat what, and all the tiny details that come with planning a huge family gathering.
3. Establish the finances
As with any bridal party responsibility, you should first confirm that you're financially able to do the job. In many Western weddings, the bride pays for the bridesmaids dresses and the bridal party pays for the bridal shower/bachelorette party.
Eastern weddings are a bit more vague on this issue: if the wedding is hosted in India or a foreign destination, you'll be expected to front your own airline ticket and possibly a hotel. Account for these expenses, and make sure to ask for clarification.
Finally, set a time and place for a bridal shower/bacholerette if the bride wants one and figure out who's paying for it (this will traditionally be the Maid of Honor/bridesmaids). Indian weddings consist of days of events, such as the mehndi and sangeet. These are separate from a bridal party get-together, since they'll include all family members. If you're planning a separate shindig, confirm the plans well in advance before you spend anything on a deposit, and so that the bride and her family can account for them before booking for other pre-wedding events.
4. Match, don't clash
Many modern South Asian brides choose to dress their bridesmaids and Maid of Honor in matching sarees or Indian ensembles. If this is the case, the bride has you covered and you'll be sure to look great in photos with her.
Photo via Naureen & Ghazaly's Mayoon and Mehndi
If the wedding is more traditional, there's no formal dress code for the bridal party - but you still want to ensure that you don't clash with the bride. South Asian weddings are notoriously colorful, so it's not as simple as not wearing white. If possible, ask the bride in advance what color scheme she'll be wearing so you don't accidentally wear a similiar outfit. But don't fret too much - lehengas and sarees are like snowflakes in that no two are exactly alike!
5. Prepare yourself and stay hydrated!
South Asian weddings are like Catholic weddings times 10 - there's more ceremonies, more guests, and more chaos (but also more time to celebrate!) Your traditional bridesmaids/Maid of Honor duties won't just last one day. You'll have to keep your cool and help the bride manage her wardrobe, venue, guests, and any mishaps throughout the multiday wedding.
Photo via Kimberly Photography
So treat yourself well. Stay hydrated (especially if the wedding is in super hot India), take breaks for food, and most of all, take a long, deep breath and remember how much you love the bride and want to help her make her special day as amazing as possible!


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If you've just started learning digital marketing, then you've probably been bombarded with hundreds of different acronyms. From PPC, to SEO, to SEM, the list can seem endless.
Although most of them are reasonably easy to understand and remember, there are some in particular that make even the most experienced digital marketers weep. One of those acronyms is CRO.
But what is CRO? And just what makes it so scary?
To set you on the right path, today we're focusing solely on CRO. By the time you've finished reading this, not only will you understand what it means, but you'll also understand why it's so darn important.
To get things started, let's take a look at what CRO stands for and what it has to do with websites.
CRO actually stands for Conversion Rate Optimization. If you've never heard of this before then don't worry, there's probably no reason you've needed to. The chances are if you've had your own blog or website in the past then you've never needed to sell anything to anyone.
However, if you're trying to learn digital marketing for your business, then you have to understand CRO.
The point of a business's website is not only to increase your online presence but to also drive leads and conversions. No matter if you have a corporate website, an online e-commerce store, or a charity site, every business can benefit from CRO.
Conversion rate optimization helps businesses take their existing traffic and squeeze extra conversions out of it. Imagine you're getting 2000 visitors a month to your website and bringing in around 20 leads. This would work out at a 1% conversion rate (20 / 2000). But what if you could improve your conversion rate just by moving a few things around on your website?
This is exactly what conversion rate optimization is about.
In the example above, after conducting conversion rate optimization, there's a good chance you'll get more conversions from the same traffic. Of course, conversion rate optimization isn't a one-time thing. Instead, it's a continual process that involves making lots of tweaks to see if it improves or decreases your conversion rate. You'd be amazed how such a simple change can cause such a big increase in conversions.
However, how do you know when a change has increased or decreased your conversion rate? You'll need to use A/B testing!
A/B testing is one of the core foundations of conversion rate optimization and is essential to learn. That being said, it's not exactly the most complicated thing, and with hundreds of tools out there to make your life easier, performing an A/B test is a breeze.
If you paid attention in your science classes while growing up then you should understand what a "fair test" it. Remember when you thought you'd never use anything you learned in school? Well, who knew you'd need to conduct a fair test in digital marketing!
The process behind an A/B test is simple, you change 1 element on the web page and monitor your conversion rate to see if it increase or decreases. Since you only changed 1 element, whatever the change in conversion rate can be attributed back to the element changed. If you remember from school, this is called a "fair test".
Once you have data before and after the change, you can then compare the 2 to see if it's made an improvement or not. Most A/B testing software nowadays will actually allow you to test both variations at the same time. This is useful as it means you can time the time difference out of the equation.
Imagine you tested a new change just before Christmas and got some statistics to work off. A few weeks later during the Christmas period you make a change to your website and your conversions increase dramatically. How do you know if it was the change on your website or the Christmas period being responsible for the boom? A/B testing at the same time is the best way to get around this.
Now you understand what conversion rate optimization is and what it involves, how can you start making changes to your website? And more importantly, what changes should you be making?
If you've read our post on the colours of marketing, then you should know how big of an effect colours can have on someone's decisions. Changing the colours of your website, or certain elements of it, can have a massive increase in your conversion rate. Our suggestion would be to try changing important parts of your website such as the buttons or certain text to bright colours. This will make them stand out a lot and make it even more likely a user will interact with them.
A good example of colour in action and how it can affect conversion rates is the website PharmaVaccs. Originally, the entire colour scheme of the website was black which gave it a dark and underground feeling. Considering the website offers travel vaccines and medicine, it came across as really dodgy and suspicious to most users. This meant that customers weren't converting as they were concerned over the legitimacy of the website. A few months later, the company changed its colour scheme to a much brighter range of colours which helped boost their conversions dramatically. Not only does the website look more professional and legitimate now, but the colours help instil trust and an identifiable brand.
If you want a user to do something on a web page then you need to give them a call to action. No matter if it's a button or a bit of text, making your call to action effective is essential if you want users to convert. We suggest you try moving your call to action around as well as adding in another. If you have a button, add some CTA text. If you just have some CTA text, then add a button. It never hurts to reinforce your message to the user.
Depending on your industry, sales copy can play an important role in convincing a user. Sometimes you need to get straight to the point and tell people why they should buy your product or service. Other times, you need to convince them with longer copy that goes into detail about the main features of your service/product. We suggest trying variations of both to see if people prefer the straight to the point, copy, or the more detailed one.
If you're looking for a comprehensive list of all the things you could change, then don't forget to read our post on 70 useful ways to help you increase conversion rates online.
Not only that, but judging from the data it's going to become even more important than ever in 2019!
Why spend more money on getting extra traffic and hopefully conversions when you squeeze extra conversions out of the traffic you already have?
As you can probably tell, conversion rate optimization can be very time-consuming work that takes a lot of trial and error before you get it right. If you don't have the time to spend messing around with website changes then luckily we can help.
Here at Piccana, we've helped several of our clients completely transform their website to help boost their conversions. Our team of in-house CRO trained experts will give you the best advice on how to get the most out of your existing traffic. To see how we can help, contact us below.


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Medieval Warfare Transformed
On Saturday, October 14, 1066, the rays of the early morning sun revealed a dramatic scene near England's southern coast. Approximately eight thousand Englishmen, called Saxons, had gathered in an open i eld about 7 miles (11 km) northwest of the coastal town of Hastings. h e mood among these men was solemn, and many of them wore grim looks. All were carrying weapons, and those who could af ord it were decked out in chain mail and other kinds of armor. h ese warriors had carefully lined up across the i eld, standing in ranks, one behind another, in preparation for a bloody battle. Each was well aware that he might be among those unfortunate individuals who would be lying dead a few hours later, and fear was in the air. Hoping for reassurance, some of the soldiers looked toward their leader. A tall, handsome man in his mid-forties—and known for his formidable i ghting skills— stood, his expression determined, beside the national banners atop a low hill in the center of the i eld. He was King Harold II. Less than nine months before, he had ascended the throne upon the death of the former Saxon ruler, Edward the Confessor. Gazing out across the meadows, Harold could see the crowded ranks of the opposing army arrayed directly in front of his own forces. A large proportion of the enemy i ghters were cavalry (mounted warriors). It was clear that they would soon push forward and attack the lines of his infantry (foot soldiers), who he hoped would be able to hold their ground and keep the invaders from winning the day. Harold and his troops viewed their opponents as invaders for good reason. h ese adversaries had recently crossed the English Channel with the intention of conquering Saxon England. h eir leader, William, Duke of Normandy (in northwest France), believed that he, not Harold, was the rightful heir to Edward's throne, and he had come to claim it. After gathering a Norman army at least as large as Harold's, William had loaded his forces onto small ships, crossed the channel, and landed at Pevensey, on the English coast several miles southwest of Hastings. His spies had told him that Harold's army was approaching the area, so the duke had hastily marched his own forces northeastward. He had no way of knowing that the ensuing encounter would turn out to be one of the largest and most fateful battles of Europe's medieval era.
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Five Things Employers Need to Know as the PFML Kickoff Date Approaches
By Contributor October 27, 2020 1423
Planning for PFML
By John Gannon, Esq. and Meaghan Murphy, Esq.
John S. Gannon
Meaghan Murphy
COVID-19 has created an extraordinary level of uncertainty and anxiety for businesses across the world. Since March, countless employers have been forced to dedicate just about all their energy and resources to sustaining a viable business in the face of mandatory closures, layoffs and furloughs, and ever-changing reopening regulations and guidelines.
In the midst of this chaos, it is easy to forget that the most generous paid-leave law in the country is coming to Massachusetts on Jan. 1, 2021. The Massachusetts Paid Family and Medical Leave (PFML) law provides all employees up to a total of 26 weeks of paid, job-protected family and/or medical leave to each year (up to 12 weeks of paid family leave and up to 20 weeks of paid medical leave). The PFML obligations extend to all employers in Massachusetts, regardless of size. As we approach the Jan. 1 PFML kickoff date, here are five things all businesses should be thinking about as they prepare to implement this complex new law.
Private-plan Exemption
The Massachusetts PFML program is a state-offered paid-leave benefit available to anyone who works in the Commonwealth. PFML is funded through a Massachusetts payroll tax paid by employees and employers with 25 or more employees. Interestingly, there is an avenue for employers to receive an exemption from collecting and paying PFML contributions. If a business offers company-provided paid-leave benefits that are greater than or equal to the benefits provided by the PFML law — typically through a private insurance carrier — it may be granted an exemption from the state PFML program.
Employers seeking an exemption need to submit an application with the state, which usually can be facilitated by the private carrier that is administrating the paid family and medical leave benefit.
Importantly, businesses that opt out of the state PFML program still need to abide by the job-protection and anti-retaliation provisions in the PFML law. Generally, employees who take family or medical leave under the law must be restored to their previous position or to an equivalent position when they return from leave, with the same status, pay, employment benefits, and seniority as of the date of leave. In addition, it is unlawful for any employer to discriminate or retaliate against an employee for exercising PFML rights (more on this below).
Employer-notice Obligations
Businesses are required to notify their workforce about the Massachusetts PFML program, including the new benefits and protections that apply to them. This notification includes displaying the PFML workplace poster in a highly visible location; providing written notice of contributions, benefits, and workforce protections to your eligible employees; and collecting acknowledgments of receipt of such written notice signed by all eligible employees.
Both the workplace poster and model employer-notice forms can be found on the state's PFML website: www.mass.gov/info-details/informing-your-workforce-about-paid-family-and-medical-leave. Failure to provide the notice can lead to in a fine of $50 per employee for first violations, increasing to $300 per worker for subsequent violations.
Handbook Policies
In addition to meeting their PFML poster and written-notice requirements, employers should review and update other workplace policies that will be impacted by the new law. For example, other leave policies (e.g., sick, PTO) should be updated to note that PFML leave runs concurrently with those other leaves. Employers may also want to update attendance and related discipline policies, including procedures for requesting time off and/or call-out procedures.
It goes without saying — but we'll say it anyway — that employers should establish and enforce their PFML policy and all other workplace policies consistently.
Employers should examine and recommit to their performance-management, discipline, and documentation policies and procedures. This is because employees who are let go or disciplined after taking PFML may have a lawsuit for retaliation if a business cannot prove the employment decision was related to poor performance or misbehavior. In fact, any adverse action taken against an employee during or within six months of PFML leave is presumed to be unlawful interference or retaliation.
As a result, employers' expectations for performance and workplace conduct, and the consequences for failing to meet those expectations, should be clearly defined, and employers should document all such failures in a timely manner. This is critical to defending against a potential claim by an employee that his termination constitutes unlawful retaliation for his PFML leave use.
Employers should make sure all managers receive training on performance-management and discipline policies and procedures, as well as how to properly document such issues. Managers should be disciplining employees consistently and holding them accountable for performance and discipline issues. If an employee who has used PFML leave is terminated for performance-related or disciplinary reasons, employers want to be in a position to support their lawful reasons for termination with proper documentation.
A manager turning a blind eye to performance or discipline issues, or failing to properly document them, can cost employers significantly down the road in the face of a lawsuit filed by a disgruntled employee. Well-trained managers are worth their weight in gold.
Jan. 1 is fast approaching. Massachusetts employers need to be prepared to meet their PFML compliance obligations, which not only involves understanding how PFML benefits work, but also planning for increased frequency of employee time-off requests and longer leaves of absence. Employers with questions about how the new PFML law will impact their business should seek advice from legal counsel. u
John Gannon is a partner with Springfield-based Skoler, Abbott & Presser, specializing in employment law and regularly counseling employers on compliance with state and federal laws, including the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Fair Labor Standards Act, and the Occupational Health and Safety Act. Meaghan Murphy is an associate with the firm and specializes in labor and employment law; (413) 737-4753.
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In the latest changes announced Friday, the UPDF spokesperson Lt Col Paddy Ankunda has been replaced by Brig Richard Karemire, formerly deputy CMI boss.
This is the first time an officer at the rank of brigadier is made spokesperson of the UPDF.
Brigadier Proscovia Nalweyiso has been promoted to Major General and becomes the first female soldier to hold such a rank in East Africa.
UPDF chief political commissioner, Col Felix Kulayigye has also been replaced by Col Henry Matsiko, formerly working under president's office.
Brig Sam Kavuma is now deputy commander Air Force.


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Reichsrat von Buhl is one of Germany's iconic estates. Founded in 1849, Reichsrat von Buhl's Rieslings soon became famous for their uncompromising quality and longevity. Starting with vintage 2013, Reichsrat von Buhl was handed back to the family after a 24 year lease and they are up for big changes.
When the late Andreas Jordan, owner of the winery Jordan in Deidesheim passed away in 1848, he passed the family estate on to his only son Ludwig Andreas. Ludwig Andreas' sisters Josefine and Margarete both received vineyards and founded new wineries with their husbands: Franz Peter Buhl (later renamed to Reichsrat von Buhl) und Friedrich Georg Deinhard (now known as von Winning). Franz peter Buhl was soon recognized as an outstanding winemaker and his wines became world famous. When the Suez channel was opened in 1869, a Riesling from Reichsrat von Buhl was served at the official opening ceremony in Egypt. It was Franz Peter's son Armand, though, who gave Reichsrat von Buhl the most precious thing a winery can have: world class vineyards. By marrying the daughter of a wealthy wine producer from Forst, Armand doubled the size of vineyards owned by the von Buhl estate to more than 100 hectares. The winery flourished and and the reputation grew. When the last von Buhl family member Frieda Piper died, she passed the estate over to a friend of her late husband, Georg Enoch von und zu Guttenberg. The von und zu Guttenberg family were not really interested in wine and sold half of the vineyards over the years – but never premier cru or grand cru vineyards. For this reason, Reichsrat von Buhl has such an unusually high percentage of classified vineyards: 50 percent.
It was the conductor Enoch von und zu Guttenberg who leased the winery in 1989 to a Japanese business man, Toyohiro Tokuoka, who started to invest into the winery and the vineyards and slowly brought the name Reichsrat von Buhl back to life. During the lease, the von Guttenberg family sold the winery to local businessman Achim Niederberger in 2005, owner of Bassermann-Jordan and as of 2007 von Winning. The original lease contract continued till December 31st 2013, but the new team, established by the Niederberger family, was already responsible for vintage 2013. Unfortunately Achim Niederberger passed away in July 2013 and he never got to taste the first vintage from Reichsrat von Buhl made by his team. The new Managing Director of the estate, Richard Grosche, has kept the entire vineyard team but had some changes in the cellar: Mathieu Kauffmann, former chef de cave at Champagne Bollinger, arrived in Deidesheim just in time for the harvest and has vinified his first vintage as Technical director and chief winemaker of Reichsrat von Buhl. A new chapter has begun at Reichsrat von Buhl.


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Arno Küttel (born 20 December 1963) is a Swiss former professional racing cyclist. He notably won a stage of the 1989 Tour de Suisse and the 1995 European Motor-paced Championships. He also won the bronze medal at the 1991 UCI Motor-paced World Championships.

Major results

1982
 1st Chur–Arosa
1983
 2nd Chur–Arosa
1984
 2nd Chur–Arosa
1985
 1st  Road race, National Amateur Road Championships
 1st Schynberg Rundfahrt
 3rd Giro del Lago Maggiore
 3rd Chur–Arosa
1986
 1st Chur–Arosa
 3rd Overall GP Tell
 3rd Schynberg Rundfahrt
1987
 2nd Chur–Arosa
 4th Tre Valli Varesine
 5th Gran Premio Città di Camaiore
 6th Coppa Placci
1988
 1st Overall Grabs–Voralp
1st Stage 1a
 1st Visp–Grächen
1989
 1st Stage 4 Tour de Suisse
 1st Chur–Arosa
 6th Tour du Nord-Ouest
1990
 3rd Time trial, National Road Championships
1991
 3rd  UCI Motor-paced World Championships
1993
 1st  National Motor-paced Championships
1995
 1st  European Motor-paced Championships

References

External links

1963 births
Living people
Swiss male cyclists
People from Bremgarten, Aargau
Swiss track cyclists
Sportspeople from Aargau
Tour de Suisse stage winners

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To provide an annual service award to a CDC employee for outstanding achievements.The CDC Medal of Excellence was established in 1977 as the premiere service award for CDC employees and was renamed for William Watson in 1985 on the occasion of his retirement from CDC. In 1999, Marge and William Watson established the Watson Endowment, which provides permanent funding for a cash award to be given by the Foundation to recipients of the Watson Medal of Excellence each year.
The CDC Medal of Excellence was established in 1977 as the premiere service award for CDC employees and was renamed for William Watson in 1985 on the occasion of his retirement from CDC. In 1999, Marge and William Watson established the Watson Endowment, which provides permanent funding for a cash award to be given by the Foundation to recipients of the Watson Medal of Excellence each year.
About William C. Watson, Jr.
William Watson, former deputy director at CDC, left a lasting legacy to public health. He passed away on December 23, 2013.


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This year started with a bang for me, and although there were moments when I did not feel like keeping up with my blog (because of other projects or happenings in my life), I managed to find that good balance between it all.
After reflecting a bit on what made this blogging year different from my previous year, there were a couple of things that stood out, amongst others. Firstly, growth … I am actually talking about personal growth. This year I found myself even busier than the last with events, work, and just living life. As you may have noticed, sometimes I needed to regroup, get rejuvenated, or take a holiday! So, I did! I was able to dig deep within myself to get the motivation that I needed, and other times even from unconventional places.
Secondly, I also travelled more, despite it being predominantly for business. I still made it a point to take little moments out of the day to have gratitude for even the smallest blessings, I visited more art exhibits, and blogged when I could. Guilt-free.
With daily affirmations, and writing out a list of attainable monthly objectives, I was able to meet and work with amazing people this year through my blog. There are loads of things that I wish I knew when I started my blog, but in each day, week, and year, you learn more about yourself and your blog -- I know that I certainly have.
You learn to progress and keep reaching for your goals, whatever they might be. This can also apply to life, not just blogging. Not everyone is going to like you and that's okay! One thing that I try to remember is that our words are powerful, so staying encouraged, keeping positive people around, and voicing positive words will always have an effect in your life.
As many fellow bloggers may be aware of, having a blog takes an incredible responsibility, and maintaining one even for a couple of years is a feat in itself. This week marks my fifth year of blogging. I am so proud to say that I have still preserved my passion and sole reason that I started a blog—to express my style, inspire others, and showcase global noteworthy talent.
So, whether you have followed my blog for five years or you are a new reader, I just want to extend a massive thank-you for reading, commenting, sharing, e-mailing, and supporting me and my blog. It's greatly appreciated! Here are several style highlights and a few special visual memories from this year.
What was one your favourite Fashion Tales outfits, memories, or posts this year?
Such a lovely post. Five years is an amazing achievement - look forward to the next five!
Wow five years!!! You can be proud, Congratulations!
Happy blog anniversary! 5 years, wow! That's quite some time! Wishing you many happy blogging days ahead!
congrats...I agree with you, blogging for any number of years is a feat in itself! This year I forgot to celebrate my blog's anniversary, but I'm still happy I made it I guess.
Finding balance is sooo important - and it sounds like you've managed to pull it off!
Happy Blog Birthday to Fashion Tales and cheers to many many more Madison! I agree that maintaining a blog for any extended amount of time is a feat in itself.
I like your outfit posts and this recap sure got the best of them.
Great post Madison and so proud of you that you had such a busy year and was able to balance it all because blogs are definitely time consuming. :) I love your idea of daily affirmations and your travel posts are always some of my fave because now that I'm actually traveling a bit I can appreciate them even more.
Can't wait to see what you do in 2015!!
Wow 5 years that IS impressive. I just hit my 2 year mark and oh yes is is quite the commitment and A LOT of work. And yes it is good to get out from behind the computer and live life!!
Here's to another 5 years of fabulousness!
kudos to you!! congratulations and the biggest hugs from me!!
Already 5 years!! That's great!!! Hope to arrive at this point....;-) . Like all the outfits you show above!!
Congratulations Madison! You do a superb job with your blog AND everything else. You've reached a balance. I'm still trying to achieve that. HaHaHa I love your home decorating overall. You come up with the best and most unique ideas. I'm always learning something. You also stay true to yourself. I respect that. Wishing you many more.
Danke für Deinen Kommentar. Schönes Wochenende!
Enjoying life is a must! Yes, it's true even a two year marker is an accomplishment, I do remember every year vividly! :-) Thank you for your comment!
I do really love it, and that makes a big difference. Thanks for your support!
Thank you for putting so much effort in inspiring others with your beautiful posts.
Congratulations! Wauw 5 years! I love your blog very much and am looking forward to more inspiring posts!
Happy blogversary! Wishing you many more years of blogging.
Liebe Rena, Danke!! Ich bin so froh, dass Sie mein Blog lieben und 5. Geburtstag. Ich finde die Erstellung von Inhalten aus dem Herzen immer ist die beste! Vielen Dank für Deine Blog-Besuche und Kommentare. :-) Ich wünsche Dir ein schönes Wochenende.


I loooove making lists…but I have to admit that sometimes I add a few things I've already/just finished! It makes me feel like I've accomplished a bit more and gives me motivation to keep going and tick more things off.
Haha, that's a clever tactic. For me ticking off another thing on my list gives me immense satisfaction, although I find myself deviating from the list once I reach 2/3 completion. Need to work on that haha!


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Friends Say Farewell to Earle Robinson
By Jeanie Croope • Apr 16, 2013
Friends of Earle Robinson said farewell to the SportsTalk/870 host and WKAR sports director at a gala dinner following the Spartan Sports Journalism Spectacular on April 11. WATCH VIDEO HERE
Earle Robinson (center) flanked by his wife Yvette and WKAR general manager Gary Reid.
Friends of Earle Robinson said farewell to the SportsTalk/870 host and WKAR sports director at a gala dinner following the Spartan Sports Journalism Spectactular on April 11.
Robinson ended his career of 39 years at WKAR. Starting as a radio producer, he moved into sports as the co-host of SportsTalk with former WKAR staffer Jim Adams and stepped into the solo host role in 1995 at Adams' retirement.
Joining Earle for the dinner were members of his family, friends and colleagues from WKAR and a host of renowned sports journalists from around the country. Special guests at the dinner were three former MSU Spartans and former NBA players, Steve Smith, Greg Kelser and Mateen Cleaves.
The dinner wrapped up a day of activities with the journalists and former NBA stars who now cover sports themselves. Included in their agenda were talks to MSU sports journalism students, a "speed coaching" event, during which students had five minutes with each of the guests to "sell themselves" and back-to-back panels focusing on sports journalism today.
During the panels, which were live-streamed on WKAR.org, Al Martin, sports reporter/anchor for WLNS/6 in Lansing, was announced as WKAR's new sports producer/reporter.


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Kirani James at 1/25 to win Commonwealth Games
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GLASGOW (SportingAlert) — Ahead of this evening's 400 meters final, Grenadian star Kirani James is being backed at 1/25 to win the gold medal at the Commonwealth Games at Hampden Park in Glasgow.
James, the Olympic champion from London 2012, has been in fantastic form this season – where he leads the world with a personal best of 43.74 seconds.
The 21-year-old effortlessly strolled into the final with a 45.15secs performance on Tuesday night and Sky Bet believes it will a comfortable victory for the quarter-mile star in the deciding race.
James is also being back heavily to erase the 44.52secs Commonwealth Games record, set in 1998 by Iwan Thomas of Wales.
Botswana's Isaac Makwala, who came into the Commonwealth Games as he second fastest man in Glasgow, is out of the title race, which leaves the battle for the other medals wide open.
England's Martyn Rooney looked good in his semi-final heat and he has odds of 16/1, with veteran Chris Brown from the Bahamas at 20/1 and Trinidad and Tobago's Lalonde Gordon, the 2012 London Olympic Games bronze medal winner, at 50/1.
Rooney looked to be coming back into shape and Michael Johnson, the BBC Sport athletics expert said after he won his semi-finals in 45.22: "Martyn looks like he can run quicker.
"His execution of this race was good – he got round his first 200m well then composed himself before a strong finish. The biggest change in him is I see his attitude.
"It's a lot more serious, focused and with belief in his talent to say 'I should be here' now."
Sky Bet Commonwealth Games 400m Gold Medal Odds
Kirani James (GRN) 1/25
Martyn Rooney (ENG) 16/1
Chris Brown (BAH) 20/1
Lalonde Gordon (TRI) 50/1
Wayde Van Niekerk (RSA) 50/1
LeToy Williams (BAH) 66/1
Jarrin Solomon (TTO) 100/1
Renny Quow (TTO) 100/1
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