text:
Home Space News
Mysteries of the Milky Way Are Revealed in Spectacular Detail
TOPICS:AstronomyAstrophysicsAURAMilky WayPopular
By Association of Universities for Research in Astronomy (AURA) February 23, 2021
This color-composite shows a main part of the new Blanco DECam Bulge Survey of 250 million stars in our galaxy's bulge. The 4 x 2 degrees excerpt can be explored in all its whopping 50,000 x 25,000 pixels in the zoomable version. In the image interstellar dust and gas seemingly acts like a red "filter" in front of the background stars, scattering the blue light away. Since we are surrounded by dust and gas in the Milky Way, this scattering effect is important to many parts of astronomy and is known as interstellar reddening. Credit: CTIO/NOIRLab/DOE/NSF/AURA, Acknowledgment: Image processing: W. Clarkson (UM-Dearborn), C. Johnson (STScI), and M. Rich (UCLA), Travis Rector (University of Alaska Anchorage), Mahdi Zamani & Davide de Martin.
Astronomers are Bulging with Data
Star-studded image shows the glittering central parts of the Milky Way
For the first time, over 250 million stars in our galaxy's bulge have been surveyed in near-ultraviolet, optical, and near-infrared light, opening the door for astronomers to reexamine key questions about the Milky Way's formation and history. Using ultraviolet data, and with 450,000 individual images, the team was able to measure the chemical composition of tens of thousands of stars spanning a large area of the bulge. The vast dataset can be explored in spectacular detail in this image.
The mysteries of the Milky Way are revealed in spectacular detail, thanks to the efforts of a team of astronomers who have observed 250 million stars in the bulge at the heart of the Milky Way using the Dark Energy Camera (DECam). DECam, primarily funded by the U.S. Department of Energy, is mounted on the Víctor M.Blanco 4-meter Telescope at the Cerro Tololo Inter-American Observatory (CTIO) in Chile, a program of NSF's NOIRLab. By detecting the ultraviolet light from stars in the bulge known as Red Clump stars, they were able to analyze the chemical composition of over 70,000 stars over an area of sky 1,000 times as large as the full Moon (an area larger than 20 x 10 degrees stretching over the constellations Sagittarius and Scorpius).
This image of a region near the center of the Milky Way galaxy covers 0.5 by 0.25 degrees on the sky (an area about twice as wide as the full Moon) and contains over 180,000 stars. The image captures a portion of our galaxy about 220 by 110 light-years across. It was taken with the Dark Energy Camera on the Víctor M. Blanco 4-meter Telescope at the Cerro Tololo Inter-American Observatory in Chile, a Program of NSF's NOIRLab. By studying the brightnesses of these stars at different wavelengths of light, astronomers were able to determine how many heavy elements they contain, which is related to their formation history. Credit: CTIO/NOIRLab/DOE/NSF/AURA/STScI, W. Clarkson (UM-Dearborn), C. Johnson (STScI), and M. Rich (UCLA)
The data are hosted and served to the community by NOIRLab's Community Science and Data Center (CSDC), also a program of NSF's NOIRLab, which handled the more than 7,000 DECam exposures, comprising more than 3.5 trillion pixels. A color-composite showing a main part of these data is shown in this image, and can be explored in all its whopping 50,000 x 25,000 pixels in this zoomable version.
The newly published study has shown that the stars near the very center of the Milky Way have a very similar composition, which suggests that they formed at around the same time. Normally composition is measured with a spectrograph, targeting a relatively small number of stars at a time (although the revolutionary DESI instrument at Kitt Peak National Observatory, a program of NSF's NOIRLab, will soon be able to do thousands). However, the Blanco DECam Bulge Survey took a different approach and instead precisely measured the stars' brightness differences from ultraviolet to infrared wavelengths. These differences in brightness at different wavelengths are called photometric colors by astronomers, and can reveal the composition of stars when the dataset is calibrated with stars measured spectroscopically.
This image shows a wide-field view of the center of the Milky Way with a pull-out image of the Dark Energy Camera (DECam) at the Cerro Tololo Inter-American Observatory in Chile, a Program of NSF's NOIRLab. The DECam image covers around 4 x 2 degrees (an area about 8 times as wide as the full Moon). Credit: CTIO/NOIRLab/DOE/NSF/AURA/STScI, W. Clarkson (UM-Dearborn), C. Johnson (STScI), and M. Rich (UCLA)/E.Slawik
The team used DECam's three square degree field of view to take over 450,000 individual images, before focusing on the subsample of 70,000 stars, which is substantially larger than previous spectroscopic bulge surveys. Future work with the full DECam data set will yield millions of composition measurements, a sample size more than 200 times that of even the largest spectroscopic surveys.
Kathy Vivas, co-author and NOIRLab astronomer said, "This is exactly the strength of the Dark Energy Camera — to undertake these kinds of studies. While it was originally aimed at the study of the distant Universe to measure its expansion, DECam has proven to be a powerful instrument to study our Milky Way as well."
The survey results are providing key insights into the formation of the bulge and a glimpse of what is to come when the upcoming Vera C. Rubin Observatory begins acquiring its own images of the Milky Way. "Many other spiral galaxies look like the Milky Way and have similar bulges, so if we can understand how the Milky Way formed its bulge then we'll have a good idea of how the other galaxies did too," said study co-leader Christian Johnson of Space Telescope Science Institute.
These data would also surely have fascinated Víctor M. Blanco and his wife Betty Blanco, after whom the Blanco DECam Bulge Survey is named. Almost 50 years ago they used the same telescope to explore, amongst other things, the Milky Way's bulge. Half a century later, our home galaxy has plenty of surprises to offer.
The Víctor M. Blanco 4-meter Telescope has a 4-meter (13 feet) diameter mirror, which weighs 15,400 kg (34,000 lbs). It was designed in the 1960's. The Dark Energy Camera (black paint) is mounted at the prime (first) focus near the top of the Serrurier truss (white paint). The blue-painted structure is the large bearing that allows the telescope to move in right ascension. The telescope declination axis is located at the level of the middle of the right ascension bearing and is best seen on the left side of the large u-shaped notch. The primary mirror is located a few feet lower than the declination axis. Credit: DOE/LBNL/DECam/R. Hahn/CTIO/NOIRLab/NSF/AURA
This research was presented in two papers that appeared in the journal Monthly Notices of the Royal Astronomical Society.
"The Blanco DECam bulge survey. I. The survey description and early results" by R Michael Rich, Christian I Johnson, Michael Young, Iulia T Simion, William I Clarkson, Catherine Pilachowski, Scott Michael, Andrea Kunder, A Katherina Vivas, Andreas Koch, Tommaso Marchetti, Rodrigo Ibata, Nicolas Martin, Annie C Robin, Nadége Lagarde, Michelle Collins, Željko Ivezić, Roberto de Propris, Juntai Shen, Ortwin Gerhard and Mario Soto, 18 August 2020, Monthly Notices of the Royal Astronomical Society.
DOI: 10.1093/mnras/staa2426
"Blanco DECam Bulge Survey (BDBS) II: project performance, data analysis, and early science results" by Christian I Johnson, Robert Michael Rich, Michael D Young, Iulia T Simion, William I Clarkson, Catherine A Pilachowski, Scott Michael, Andrea Kunder, Andreas Koch and Anna Katherina Vivas, 3 September 2020, Monthly Notices of the Royal Astronomical Society.
The team involved is composed of R. Michael Rich (University of California, Los Angeles), Christian I. Johnson (Space Telescope Science Institute), Michael Young (Indiana University), Iulia T. Simion (Shanghai Astronomical Observatory), William I. Clarkson (University of Michigan-Dearborn), Catherine Pilachowski (Indiana University), Scott Michael (Indiana University), Andrea Kunder (St Martin's University), A. Katherina Vivas (NSF's NOIRLab), Andreas Koch (University of Heidelberg), Tommaso Marchetti (European Southern Observatory), Rodrigo Ibata (Strasbourg Observatory), Nicolas Martin (Strasbourg Observatory), Annie C. Robin (University of Bourgogne Franche-Comté), Nadége Lagarde (University of Bourgogne Franche-Comté), Michelle Collins (University of Surrey), Željko Ivezic (University of Washington), Roberto de Propris (Finnish Centre for Astronomy with ESO), and Juntai Shen (Shanghai Jiao Tong University).
NSF's NOIRLab (National Optical-Infrared Astronomy Research Laboratory), the US center for ground-based optical-infrared astronomy, operates the international Gemini Observatory (a facility of NSF, NRC–Canada, ANID–Chile, MCTIC–Brazil, MINCyT–Argentina, and KASI–Republic of Korea), Kitt Peak National Observatory (KPNO), Cerro Tololo Inter-American Observatory (CTIO), the Community Science and Data Center (CSDC), and Vera C. Rubin Observatory (in cooperation with DOE's SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory). It is managed by the Association of Universities for Research in Astronomy (AURA) under a cooperative agreement with NSF and is headquartered in Tucson, Arizona. The astronomical community is honored to have the opportunity to conduct astronomical research on Iolkam Du'ag (Kitt Peak) in Arizona, on Maunakea in Hawaiʻi, and on Cerro Tololo and Cerro Pachón in Chile. We recognize and acknowledge the very significant cultural role and reverence that these sites have to the Tohono O'odham Nation, to the Native Hawaiian community, and to the local communities in Chile, respectively.
More on SciTechDaily
Shining a New Light on Dark Energy: DES Releases Catalog of 700 Million Objects
Camera Designed to Reveal the Deepest Secrets of Our Universe Captures the Southern Pinwheel Galaxy in Glorious Detail
Nearly 100 Cool New Worlds Found in Our Cosmic Backyard With Key Help From Citizen Scientists
Detailed 3D Map Reveals Peanut Shape of Milky Way's Inner Regions
WISE Reveals the X-Shaped Bulge of the Milky Way
Astronomers Sink Their Teeth Into Special Supernova – Exploding Stars Produce the Calcium in Our Bones and Teeth
Hubble Uncovers the Blueprints of Our Galaxy's Early Construction Phase
Hubble Telescope Probes the Archeology of Our Milky Way's Ancient Hub
Be the first to comment on "Mysteries of the Milky Way Are Revealed in Spectacular Detail"
Email address is optional. If provided, your email will not be published or shared.


Mogul announces newest addition to label roster at NYC event.
NEW YORK — There's a new Jay in the Roc Nation camp.
At an event at downtown New York burlesque venue The Box Friday night, hip-hop kingpin [artist id="1269"]Jay-Z[/artist] announced that New Orleans lyricist and Hottest Breakthrough MC of 2010 candidate Jay Electronica is the latest signee to his Roc Nation label.
"My whole goal is to reintroduce magic to hip hop," Jay said of bringing Electronica into his fold. "We watched this wizard do his thing. Y'all supported him. And he's an official Roc Nation signee."
Rocking a black suit, white shirt and black tie, Electronica performed notable e-bangers "Exhibit A" and "Exhibit C" to the packed house. Although he's characterized by his unique and progressive approach to hip-hop, Jay Elect followed in the tradition of many Hov signees before him and threw up the Roc symbol.
"My name is Jay Electronica and my mama is here so you can't tell me sh--," the MC proclaimed. However, despite the moment of bravado, Jay Elect did politely ask his new boss if he could have the floor.
"Hov, permission to speak freely, sir," he queried.
However, the Brooklyn legend made it clear the night was all about "The Ghost of Christopher Wallace" lyricist.
"This is your show," Jay said. "You better get it."
The announcement comes after Jay Elect spent years building buzz on the underground circuit and snagging the attention of hip-hop luminaries such as Nas and Diddy.
The MC is also the latest MC to join the increasingly diverse Roc Nation family, which counts pint-size, swagger queen Willow Smith and Loud songstress Rihanna among its new additions.


Join us for the Big Book Study on The Gospel of Mark. Who is Jesus? We'll take a close, personal look in the sermons, Sunday School and Bible Studies for 4 weeks starting January 13th . Your free copy of the study guide is available on Sundays in the lobby at Westney.


text:
McDuffie or MacDuffie is a surname of Scottish and Irish origin. McDuffie/MacDuffie is an Anglicization of the Gaelic Mac Duibhshíthe ("son of Duibhshíth"). The Gaelic name is composed of two elements; dubh ("black") + síth ("peace"). The name is sometimes shortened to McPhee or McFee. Notable people with the surname include:

Arthur McDuffie (1946–1979), American citizen
Chris McDuffie, American musician
Duncan McDuffie (1877–1951), American architect
Dwayne McDuffie (1962–2011), American animator
George McDuffie (1790–1851), American politician
Glenn McDuffie (1927–2014), American sailor
Isaiah McDuffie (born 1999), American football player
J. D. McDuffie (1938–1991), American racing driver
James McDuffie (1929–2015), American politician
John McDuffie (1883–1950), American politician
John Van McDuffie (1841–1896), American politician
Kenyan McDuffie, American politician
O. J. McDuffie (born 1969), American football player
Robert McDuffie, American violinist
Trent McDuffie, American football player

See also
McDuffie County, Georgia – A county located in the U.S. state of Georgia
Tydings–McDuffie Act – Officially the Philippine Independence Act; Public Law 73-127
MacDuffie School – A private school for grades 6-12 located in Granby, Massachusetts, United States
Clan Macfie – A Scottish clan, whose ancestral lands were on the island of Colonsay, Inner Hebrides, Scotland
Mount McDuffie – A mountain in the Sierra Nevada, California

Notes

External links
McDuffie Y chromosome DNA project

Scottish surnames
Surnames of Irish origin
Anglicised Irish-language surnames

redpajama_set_name: RedPajamaWikipedia


I want to personally thank you for your faithful support of this vital ministry to our city. Our city has many individuals who, without proper exposure to the good news of the Gospel, will continue to spiral downward. At Mission: Possible! Austin (MP Austin) our mission is to Connect, Equip the Body of Christ, and empower individuals in life Transformation. Individuals and volunteers through MP Austin activities have the opportunity to be recipients of the transformation that only God brings… the gift of reconciliation. After 25 years of ministry through annual camps and on-going children's programs, outreach to the elderly with nourishing meals, loving our neighbors that live on the street, community Bible studies, and Church Under the Bridge we are blessed to see God's transformative power in lives and in the central East Austin neighborhood.
There are many opportunities for Christ's Body to connect and be involved in someone's life. Our vision for central East Austin is a growing collaborative community, bringing the hope of Christ with humility, justice and mercy resulting in Personal, Community and Generational Transformation.
a program providing free cell phones to anyone with valid identification and that receives federal assistance.
MP Austin is an independent non-profit 501c3 organization that partners with believers and nonprofits, connecting and equipping through the MP Austin community and programs, with our neighbors resulting in Personal, Community and Generational Transformation.
When you pray for us think of our name: Mission: Possible! Austin – not impossible. God has called us to this section of our City (78702), placed us strategically in central East Austin (12th & Chicon), and uniquely gifted us to reach three distinct communities: high-risk children (orphans), widows and the least and last who live on our city streets. Please pray that our monthly financial commitments will continue to grow and that folks will commit to this ministry with their talents and treasure. We need $100,000.00 to meet our projected 2016 faith budget.
Thanks again for your faithful prayers and contributions to this vital ministry as we serve the least and last of our city.


text:
Q: Java log request with corresponding response I have web application which interacts with SOAP and REST external web services for some use cases as a client, and as a server for other use cases.
By the business requirements I need to log all outcoming requests to the external systems with the corresponding response, and I also need to log all incoming requests with the corresponding response.
So i need to write the list of objects like this:
{communicationId, timestamp, OUT[IN], request, response}.
What is the best way to achieve it from several perspectives:
1. To have the code in the single place if it is possible.
2. To map request with corresponding response effectively.

A: The best solution is dependent on the tooling you are using.
I assume you have an ESB (such as Mule) in front of your web application. If so, you have the ESB log the necessary information on the way in/out of the app.
If you have Apache CXF available, you could use interceptors to do the logging for you.
As for logging the 'response' - does this mean the actual object? If so, you could use JAXB to convert to XML and then log.

redpajama_set_name: RedPajamaStackExchange


Selected innovators will have free access to packages offered by IRSUS networks collaborators including marketing, legal, finance, AMAZON Web Services special conditions, office space in DOCOMO Digital offices in Italy (Milano/Firenze), in Spain (Madrid) or in other international offices where DOCOMO Digital is present.
IRSUS consortium provides support in setting up a Digital Marketing Strategy, to be integrated into a Communication Plan. The services cover the promotion of the brand, products or services through various forms of digital media to reach the potential consumers of the innovation.
Historical data – input of at least 3 years of historical financial information for the business.
Ratios & metrics – calculate the historical ratios/metrics for the business such as margins, growth rates, asset turnover, inventory changes etc.
Assumptions – continue building the ratios and metrics into the future by making assumptions about what future margins, growth rates, asset turnover, and inventory changes will be going forward.
Forecast – forecast the income statement, balance sheet, and cash flow statement into the future by reversing all the calculations you used to calculate historical ratios & metrics.
Valuation – after the forecast is built, the company can be additionally valued using the Discounted Cash Flow (DCF) analysis method.
IRSUS consortium support innovators in setting up a SEO and ASO strategy. Services include Search Engine Optimization techniques to optimize your site's content so that it appeals to the search engines. The end goal is to rank higher on the search engine results page (SERP) to increase visibility in your target market. The higher you rank on the SERP, the more organic traffic you can drive back to your website. App Store Optimization techniques aim to optimize your app to rank higher on the app store search and to increase visibility in your target market. The higher you rank on app stores, the more organic downloads you reach.
IRSUS consortium is active in several other EU funded projects; therefore, can build up synergies in order to provide individual support to the innovators as well.
IRSUS project may provide consultancy activities to identify valuable intangible assets and potential vulnerabilities within your organization (product) and to help in taking appropriate steps for their security.
Upon demand free access to office space is available in DOCOMO Digital offices in Italy (Milan/Florence), in Spain (Madrid), France (Paris), UK (London) and Germany (Düsseldorf).


In this pattern the attacker is able to load and execute arbitrary code remotely available from the application. This is usually accomplished through an insecurely configured PHP runtime environment and an improperly sanitized "include" or "require" call, which the user can then control to point to any web-accessible file. This allows attackers to hijack the targeted application and force it to execute their own instructions.
Using a browser or an automated tool, an attacker follows all public links on a web site. He records all the links he finds..
Use a spidering tool to follow and record all links. Make special note of any links that include parameters in the URL.
Use a proxy tool to record all links visited during a manual traversal of the web application. Make special note of any links that include parameters in the URL. Manual traversal of this type is frequently necessary to identify forms that are GET method forms rather than POST forms.
Use a browser to manually explore the website and analyze how it is constructed. Many browser's plugins are available to facilitate the analysis or automate the URL discovery.
Using URL rewriting, parameters may be part of the URL path.
No parameters appear on the URL. Even though none appear, the web application may still use them if they are provided.
Applications that have only static pages or that simply present information without accepting input are unlikely to be susceptible.
Monitor velocity of page fetching in web logs. Humans who view a page and select a link from it will click far slower and far less regularly than tools. Tools make requests very quickly and the requests are typically spaced apart regularly (e.g. 0.8 seconds between them).
Create links on some pages that are visually hidden from web browsers. Using iframes, images, or other HTML techniques, the links can be hidden from web browsing humans, but visible to spiders and programs. A request for the page, then, becomes a good predictor of an automated tool probing the application.
Use CAPTCHA to prevent the use of the application by an automated tool.
Actively monitor the application and either deny or redirect requests from origins that appear to be automated.
A list of URLs, with their corresponding parameters is created by the attacker.
The attack variants make use of a remotely available PHP script that generates a uniquely identifiable output when executed on the target application server. Possibly using an automated tool, an attacker requests variations on the inputs he surveyed before. He sends parameters that include variations of payloads which include a reference to the remote PHP script. He records all the responses from the server that include the output of the execution of remote PHP script..
Use a list of probe strings to inject in parameters of known URLs. The probe strings are variants of PHP remote file inclusion payloads which include a reference to the attackers' controlled remote PHP script.
Use a proxy tool to record results of manual input of remote file inclusion probes in known URLs.
The output of the remote PHP script is included in the response web page.
The application returns an error associated with the inclusion of remote file.
The application server doesn't download the remote PHP script.
Monitor input to web servers, application servers, and other HTTP infrastructure (e.g., load balancers). Alert on standard Remote File Inclusion (RFI) probes. The majority of attackers use well-known strings to check for vulnerabilities. Use the same vulnerability catalogs that adversaries use.
Actively monitor the application and either deny or redirect requests from origins that appear to be generating RFI probes.
The remote PHP script doesn't appear to have been executed by the application server. It is possible to create behaviors to monitor the execution such as, for example, the remote PHP script tries to make an HTTP request to an attacker controlled web server, and therefore if the remote PHP script is executed on the application server, the attacker would have evidence in the access log file of his web server.
As the attacker succeeds in exploiting the vulnerability, he is able to execute server-side code within the application. The malicious code has virtual access to the same resources as the targeted application. Note that the attacker might include shell code in his script and execute commands on the server under the same privileges as the PHP runtime is running with..
Develop malicious PHP script that is injected through vectors identified during the Experiment Phase and executed by the application server to execute a custom PHP script.


Sewage is now being used to power a heating system at the Scottish Borders Campus in the Scottish Borders.
Energy Minister Fergus Ewing today launched the UK�s first SHARC energy recovery system at the campus in Galashiels.
Backed by investment from Equitix and the UK Green Investment Bank, the SHARC heat recovery system intercepts waste water from a sewer close to the local treatment works operated by Scottish Water.
The system now provides around 95% of the heat needed by the Galashiels campus and does not impact on the normal operation of the local waste water network.
�We are delighted to see the first UK installation of the SHARC system up and running at Borders College. This has been an extremely important project for us in the UK and Europe, and we have seen a lot of interest in the system elsewhere."
Scottish Water Horizons, a subsidiary of the public utility, which supports the development of a sustainable economy in Scotland, has played a key role in turning the project into reality.
�Every day, Scottish Water provides customers with a massive 1.34 billion litres of drinking water, before collecting and treating 847 million litres of waste water. From industrial use to tourism, renewable energy and heating systems, Scotland�s vast water resources offer tremendous opportunities for added economic benefit.
�The UK�s first sewage to heat scheme in Galashiels is an excellent example of how water resources can be harnessed and maximised, furthering the development of Scotland�s low carbon economy.
�Scottish Water Horizons is delighted to have played a leading role in turning this initiative into reality. With 32,000 miles of sewer pipes throughout Scotland, we�re exploring the potential for this approach to be replicated at other locations, offering further environmental and heating cost benefits.
�Heat is estimated to account for over half of Scotland�s total energy use and is responsible for nearly half of our greenhouse gas emissions.
�The move towards low carbon and renewable heat offers enormous potential to boost Scotland�s economic growth while providing affordable warmth by exploiting the opportunity for more productive use of energy for heating and cooling from a range of sources.
�Borders College is delighted to be the client in this project which places us at the forefront of renewable energy use in the UK. Before deciding on SHARC, we did consider other renewable heat source options such as biomass and involvement in a large-scale district heating scheme but, after considering all options, SHARC was clearly the front-runner.


Please, take a survey and help us make a better site for you. Start survey >> Guide to Japanese statements phrases... How will the Japanese and Koreans react to my very light blond hair, pale skin, and blue eyes (I�m going to Japan and Korea soon)? I'm a blond haired, blue eyed, fair skinned, tall guy. Will I be rejected in Japanese society?
For centuries, long hair was the standard of beauty for women. In a recent blog post for Huffington Post Women , Lucinda Ellery, a hair specialist, expands on the significance of long hair for how to make kitchen drawers in existing cupboards 17/04/2016�� ?Furusato?Japanese Children's Song/kids Nursery Rhymes with romaji lyrics?learn japanese ? - Duration: 2:56. ????? ????????(??????????
In general, you can say. ?????(?????????kami wo totonoeru) If you want to say �straighten up one�s hair right after waking up�, you can say how to say flag in spanish 2/01/2010�� Well, I'm native of Japan, but I don't have sufficient answer to you about why Japanese don't have facial hair. But I can certainty say that there is no negative stigmas, or considered unsightly.
How do you say 'I have long brown hair' in Japanese?
Similarly, long vowels such as ?? in "far" and ?? in "fur" both become Japanese a. Japanese has tended to favour British pronunciations, with words like "vitamin", becoming a British-sounding bitamin ( ???? ) rather than American-sounding baitamin ( ????? ).


text:
Trip Planner (0)
Explore The Villages
Trip Ideas & Resources/
Meetings/
Reunions/
Weddings/
Tourism Industry/
At Your Own Pace
Explore >>
Visitor Guide Email Signup
Weekly Travel Resources
Quaint Village Getaways
Delaware's Quaint Villages: An Uncommon Collection, at Your Own Pace.
Great vacations come in pieces: keepsakes, souvenirs, sensations and experiences. From time spent travelling to time spent exploring. From the feeling of a fresh peach in your hand, to a cold sip of craft beer, to cobblestone streets under your feet.
In Kent County, these small pieces build on each other to create something wholly unique, and completely unforgettable. No matter what speed you choose to take your visit, you're sure to leave with an incredible story. And maybe an impressive list of trinkets.
Discover the Artwork of Downtown Dover
Explore downtown Dover's vibrant art community. Gaze at colorful murals, hand-painted electrical boxes, local art galleries and artisan shops in Delaware's...
The Ultimate Libations Guide for...
After a rewarding day of exploring Delaware's Quaint Villages, unwind with a visit to one of Kent County's award-winning libations. With a diverse selection...
6 Weekend Getaway Ideas to Delaware's...
A weekend to Kent County, Delaware is closer than you think. Within 2.5 hours away from major metropolitan cities, including Philadelphia, PA, Washington D.C.,...
Vibrant and thriving getaway destinations
Whether planning a weekend getaway, a mid-week tax-free shopping trip, spending time with family, attending a sporting event, or wedding. VisitDelawareVillages.com is the best resource to start planning your next trip to Kent County where there is something for everyone.
You're invited to try
Discover >>
If you need some inspiration for your upcoming itinerary, this page is the perfect place to start. Delaware's Quaint Villages feature so many opportunities for historic culture, culinary adventures and outdoor escapades, you'll always have something to do during your stay — no matter what speed you take. Amish Countryside Good Libations Tour First State Capital History We "Bet"…
Explore Trip Ideas >>
One of the best things about visiting new places is discovering and indulging in local eateries. When you visit Kent County, you'll find a delectable lineup of more restaurants than you can count. Our selection of eateries includes bars, pizzerias, bakeries, delis and so much more, allowing you to satisfy all of your cravings. You can even visit the regional breweries, wineries and…
Explore Food & Drink >>
Amidst all the fun and excitement of vacationing in Delaware's Quaint Villages, you'll need a place to stay at the end of the day. After a long day of outdoor adventures, historical exploration and shopping, it's nice to wrap up the evening with a cozy bed and comfortable accommodations. Luckily, there is no shortage of snug and charming places to stay in Delaware. From cool hotels in…
Explore Where to Stay >>
AN ADVENTURE FOR EVERY VACATION STYLE There's always something to see, hear and experience on a visit to Delaware's Quaint Villages. Step into a museum and learn something new, take a quiet moment for yourself in nature, pick up a souvenir on a shopping excursion or get your blood pumping with a trip to the racetrack. Whatever you're looking for in a vacation, you can find it here. Go…
Explore Things to Do >>
Small town, big possibilities.
Known for its ecotourism and numerous water activities, Bowers Beach is a great spot for those who love water sports, fishing and indulging in fresh seafood. Delaware's Quaint Villages are known for their small-town shops and museums.
Make your way through the Bowers Beach Maritime Museum, spend an afternoon kayaking through the bay or simply stroll…
Explore Bowers Beach >>
Small Town, Big Possibilities
Dover is more than just a home for music festivals and race cars — it is a place filled with history and culture. Enjoy shopping in country stores and local malls or taking a walk in one of our many public parks. Finish the night with some gambling or beer tasting at one of our local craft breweries. From museums to farms to dining and more, the nation's first capital has so many…
Explore Dover >>
Perfect Balance of Historical and Modern
Harrington is home to horse racing, a casino, historical sites and even Delaware's state fair!
A great spot for thrill-seekers, the quaint village of Harrington has an award-winning casino filled with a variety of slot machines, table games, bars, horse racing and incredible restaurants. Gambling isn't your thing? No problem! Be sure to check out Harrington's Historical Society or go…
Explore Harrington >>
Harrington is home to horse racing, a casino, historical sites, and even Delaware's State Fair!
Video by Kyle Walls
Much like the other towns in Delaware's Quaint Villages, Smyrna offers many cultural activities for those who love both fine and performing arts. Between live music performances, art galleries, and even operas, Smyrna is the ideal spot for an artistic excursion. Looking for a place to eat and drink? Smyrna also hosts microbreweries, restaurants, and diners perfect for…
Explore Smyrna >>
Stop and smell the roses with a visit to Smyrna.
Bike past beautiful, historic houses on your way to enjoy some family-friendly dining during your visit to Camden, Delaware. Home to plenty of green space, Camden is the place to visit for the small-town America experience. Unwind with a massage from Mind Body and Soul spa, or go on a tour of the Underground Railroad through some of Delaware's most historic spots. In Delaware's Quaint…
Explore Camden >>
Visit Camden!
Known for having a charming culture with strong roots in farming, Wyoming has vibrant small-town appeal and is a fun destination for shopping, exploring parks and attending local events and happenings. Wyoming is also home to Fifer's Orchards, a charming farm, country store and popular destination for travelers to pick up fresh produce and homemade pastries. This unique community,…
Explore Wyoming >>
Charming Culture, Strong Roots
The community began as a critical stop on the Delaware Railroad in 1856, and has developed into a small town that takes deep pride in its past. Explore its quiet streets, get to know the locals at various community events around the area or drive by one of the National Historic Landmarks and get a deeper sense of this quaint village's history.
Explore Felton >>
History is at the heart of the town of Felton.
A classic Kent County river town at its core (and home to the new sportsplex DE Turf), Frederica is a quaint and idyllic spot to escape to for a moment of quiet reflection by the water. Nicknamed "Frogtown" because of its location near the wetlands (and their amphibian residents), Frederica is a former port site that has evolved into a charming Delaware village with gorgeous nature views…
Explore Frederica >>
A Classic Kent County River Town
Video by Joseph Phillips
This extraordinary and quaint small town blends a rich history with a creative spirit. A former shipbuilding hub, Milford has since transformed into a vibrant Delaware village packed with galleries, small businesses, performance spaces and gathering places. Milford proudly combines traditional small-town values with unconventional imagination and artistic…
Explore Milford >>
Small town with a creative spirit.
Named for a cluster of chestnut trees nestled in the heart of town, Cheswold is the perfect place to take a quiet escape into the heart of Delaware. Formerly called Leipsic Station, Cheswold has evolved from a railroad depot, to a shipping hub for fruit and grain, to a gorgeous destination for visitors to retreat into a small town surrounded by lush countryside. Visit Cheswold on a day…
Explore Cheswold >>
Close to Greenery, and Everything Else
With a bustling roster of local events and small-town celebrations, as well as a close proximity to rich park space and peaceful lakes, Clayton is a tranquil retreat from the rest of the outside world. The town first built its reputation on agricultural commodities, particularly peaches, and has since established a proud history, thriving economy, and quaint, historic charm beloved by…
Explore Clayton >>
Get Away From It All in Our Thriving Small Town
Hartly is one of Delaware's most closely knit communities, with a history that stretches to as far back as 1734 (back when the town was nicknamed "Butterpot"). Several residents of Hartly are actually direct descendants to the area's first settlers. Though it has a tucked-away small town charm, Hartly sits near Route 44, making it directly accessible to Washington, D.C., Baltimore and…
Explore Hartly >>
An Adventure at the Hart of Delaware
Visitors can feel Houston's warmth and friendly atmosphere as soon as they set foot in this small town. Sometimes called Houston Station, the town was originally named for the railroad president John W. Houston, and it exudes a quaint residential friendliness and deep roots in Delaware history. From brickyards to canneries to flour mills, Houston has always been a bustling hub of industry…
Explore Houston >>
Stop By, Stay Awhile, and Connect with Locals
The town of Kenton has held many a moniker throughout its celebrated history. From Lewis Crossroads to Grogtown, the town became known as a shopping center for farmers, with several grist mills and saw mills nearby, and had early potential for becoming one of the most important business centers in the county. Kenton is home to numerous storied properties, including the beautiful…
Explore Kenton >>
A Historic Town with Many Names
Don't let Farmington's quiet exterior fool you — this is a town full of fascinating stories. From weathering a historic fire in 1914, housing numerous pieces of beautiful and noteworthy architecture (including Alexander Johnson's gorgeous Greek revival-style house), to serving as the birthplace and boyhood home for the Governor of Delaware, the town formerly known as Flatiron is full of…
Explore Farmington >>
A verdant rural community, Leipsic was first home to a thriving farming economy in Delaware that included trapping, oystering, fishing and canning. Leipsic's relaxed location by the water has helped the town become a popular spot for fishermen and crabbers, and a quintessential spot for quiet living along the water.
When it's time to socialize, residents and visitors can be found at…
Explore Leipsic >>
Step into Relaxed Creek-Side Living
The Town of Little Creek is an approachable town with a rich history. The charming Bayshore community dates back to the early 1800's — when it was allegedly first inhabited by pirates! Originally the site of a thriving oyster industry, Little Creek developed a thriving community of local businesses, including bait shops, restaurants, and its storied Old Stone Tavern (which was never…
Explore Little Creek >>
Little Creek, Big Stories
Step into Magnolia, and you'll immediately notice its namesake: the beautiful magnolia trees lining the streets in the north end of town. Here, you'll find yourself at the center of the universe. Literally — those words are proudly written on a sign in front of the John B. Lindale House, which appears on the National Register of Historic Places. A circular boundary surrounds Magnolia and…
Explore Magnolia >>
A Gorgeous Town with a Low-Key Lifestyle
Life moves at a blissfully slower pace at Viola. This quiet residential community is full of character — and serene views of greenery. The residents of Viola have fallen in love with the art of small town life, and they firmly believe in the importance of getting to know their neighbors. This is a quiet retreat in nature, where you can unplug and reconnect.
Looking for more things to…
Explore Viola >>
A Quiet Village with a Lovely Name
Woodside is a folksy village just off of Del 10. Historically known for being a railroad depot, this charming town has evolved into a welcoming residential community with restaurants and shopping, including a thriving local market garden. Whether you're in the mood to pick up fresh produce or take in the historic architecture and natural scenery, at Woodside you've come to the right…
Explore Woodside >>
Charming history with a Railroad Depot
Wonders of the Wetlands Hike
Through 17 Jan
Guest Lecture: Dalí...
"Francis Barraud: His...
Fire Starting Program at...
Delaware Wildlife in Winter
Winter Workshop Series:...
Through 14 Feb
Birding Hike
Leave it to Beavers -...
Bird Banding and Mist...
Through 20 Mar
Free Beginning Bird Walks
Through 1 Apr
Copyright © 2021 Kent County Tourism Corporation. All rights reserved.
|Tourism Industry
|Email Signup
Kent County Tourism Corporation
435 North DuPont Highway
Dover, Delaware 19901
View Guide Online
Get Up Close and Take Our Survey
A Chance To Win $2,500!
Click To Enter

redpajama_set_name: RedPajamaCommonCrawl


The aura is long gone and recent performances have been inconsistent but Indian hockey's former technical adviser Ric Charlesworth, who had a controversial stint with the team, still expects his former wards to qualify for London Olympics during the qualifiers starting here on Saturday.
"India still has some very exciting players and can play some fabulous hockey but perhaps they are not consistent enough and they haven't planned well enough for a long time," the Australian said in an e-mail interview.
"I do think it can be turned around. If you mean their aura was their dominance then obviously that no longer exists. When I first played, to beat India was exceptional and rare... now it is expected," he added.
Charlesworth had a controversy-ridden tenure with the Indian hockey team and walked out of the job after a major stand-off with the administrators within ten months of joining in 2008.
The legendary former player is currently in charge of the Australian team, which won the 2009 and 2010 Champions Trophy and the 2010 World Cup and the Commonwealth Games gold medal that same year under his guidance.
Talking about India's chances at the qualifiers, Charlesworth said the hosts should have it easy against oppositions who are at best capable of causing nothing more than an upset or two.
"I expect India to qualify as they have easily the easiest path... Canada, Poland and France can cause an upset but against India at home they do not have enough weapons," Charlesworth said.
Charlesworth was technical adviser of the team when India lost to Great Britain at Santiago and failed to qualify for the 2008 Beijing Olympics.


Essay writing service presents a distinguishing chance to manage the overwhelming school program and receive any score that is certainly employed nicely for you. With Essaysexperts, you can be totally certain of exceptional quality of service inclusive of real-time email notification the essays are today prepared that you down load. When you get really adequate article help, writing isn't a difficulty about them at all. Exactly like with several other solutions and products maybe not all writing essay suppliers are equivalent. True quality is challenging to find, surely when you're trying to find an internet custom essay solutions! In addition you must send in the highest quality documents to ensure you do not are losing grades. Essayservicewriting is an article writing paper-helper service which cares about its clients and undertake to retain the top quality degree high. Now, you will find hundreds and numerous custom writing services available available on the market, where you might be able to order academic paper via the net.
Sometimes i make an effort to publish a card.
Aside from basic article writing you can also purchase an educational composition that'll match the conditions the job you're now delegated. Now it's quite easy to discover original composition writer solutions. To save time and the effort, it's also advised to get custom essay from us that has all of the factors that you would like to contain as the article writing advances. It is especially good to supply your essay to somebody who'sn't an expert within the spend for writing an essay you're authoring. If you do not desire to over-pay for composition, our crew of experts is prepared to help you. This is the important cause people favor our first article documents support. Surfing the web, it's simple to locate an extended record of online essay writing providers prepared to get a helping hands to every one in need. There are several choices on line and a number of the services are completely assuring the exact same results. Over recent years that we've supplied writing providers we've accumulated a big staff of writers from every type of academic background and the amount of specialists is growing continuously.
U.s.a level 1 commenterfascinating centre.
With several years of achievement on the web creating providers, we've compiled a document of stuff we do for every single client. People who do not actually understand the way to write a suitable article will repeatedly endure and get lousy marks, also whenever content and investigation they've done is as much as the mark. Should youn't understand which method to begin and you consider who'll please help me or who'll compose my composition, the very best remedy to which will locate a reputable and economical essay writing service company. You will end up certain that your article will be completed privately, alongside your personal data will probably be firmly safeguarded. Just in case you can not pay attention to your project and positively demand aid composing an article, simply contact us. The principal intent of the composition is consistently to answer these concerns. Documents are personalized to serve your requirements. Recent studies have revealed that finding out how exactly to compose an composition doesn't have all sorts of effect on locating a livelihood later.


text:
Analysis: A benevolent twist among the recruiting implications emanating from Irish loss
Eric Hansen
SOUTH BEND — A day after the entrée portion of a momentous football recruiting weekend at Notre Dame — the game itself — turned rancid, there was at least one benevolent twist to emerge from the 24-13 loss to Cincinnati Saturday and the QB chaos that came with it.
"I think Dante Moore's takeaway from his visit is that he could play for Notre Dame right away," CBS recruiting analyst Tom Lemming said after meeting in person with Moore and some of the other top underclass prospects Sunday in Detroit.
The recruiting profile for Moore, a 6-3, 199-pound junior quarterback from Detroit King High, goes well beyond that, actually.
He's one of the top junior prospects nationally regardless of position — No. 17 in the 2023 class per 247Sports, No. 35 per Rivals — which would put him on a trajectory for five-star status or close to it if he closes the recruiting cycle ranked similarly or higher.
► James Analysis:Five plays: Breaking down the key moments of Notre Dame's 24-13 loss to Cincinnati
► ND Men's Hoops:Noie: Mike Brey has steered Notre Dame back to NCAA tournament before but can he again?
The Irish have extended scholarship offers to five other QBs in the class, four of whom are still uncommitted: The nation's No. 1 prospect Arch Manning of New Orleans; No. 48 Nico Iamaleava of Downey, Calif.; No. 244 Avery Johnson of Maize, Kan., and unranked Jackson Arnold from Denton, Texas.
All but Manning have been on the Notre Dame campus for a camp or visit since the NCAA's recruiting pandemic restrictions were lifted in June. Moore's visit Saturday was his third to ND.
"It's not only the talent, it's the fit," Lemming said of Moore, who holds scholarship offers from 26 schools — and counting. "He's the kind of the quarterback that Notre Dame has been missing, that they need to make a run for a national championship. They're doing a good job of collecting all the other pieces they need."
Some possible future pieces on hand on campus Saturday of note, beyond Moore, included defensive end Sam M'Pemba, wide receiver Carnell Tate, linebacker Drayk Bowen, defensive tackle Luke Montgomery, offensive tackle Monroe Freeling and rover/safety Sonny Styles..
All but Freeling, a top 150 prospect from Mt. Pleasant, S.C., are ranked among the top 100 in the 2023 class by Rivals, 247Sports or both. Styles, the younger brother of ND freshman wide receiver Lorenzo Styles Jr., is the top prospect among them — No. 12 via 247Sports and No. 6 by Rivals.
"I don't think Notre Dame losing that game affects recruits that were visiting the same way it affects fans," Lemming said. "Notre Dame and other schools are pretty good at spinning when they lose a game on a big recruiting weekend.
"What can maybe take a toll, though, is if the fans get too carried away on social media — complaining about the head coach, the coordinator or the recruit's future position coach. Kids read that stuff. It can hurt, and it certainly doesn't help."
One consolation along those lines is that Notre Dame (4-1) — down five spots Sunday to No. 14 in the latest AP poll (and 13th) in the coaches poll — has company in its misery. Eight other ranked teams also lost Saturday.
Per Matt Brown of The Athletic, that marked just the 24th time in the AP poll's 76-year history in which nine or more ranked teams went down on the same day.
No. 3 Oregon was the highest-ranked team to fall, succumbing to unranked Stanford, a future Irish opponent, in overtime (31-24).
The Irish visit the Cardinal (3-2) in their Nov. 27 regular-season finale. More immediately for Notre Dame, this weekend, is a road trip to Blacksburg, Va., to take on unranked Virginia Tech (3-1). Kickoff on Saturday is 7:30 p.m. EDT on the ACC Network.
The Hokies are the lone remaining ND opponent with fewer than two losses.
Because of that, the perception of the Irish moving forward — and indirectly their postseason destination as well — can be helped by Cincinnati continuing to win. The relationship is complementary. Bbecause the now No. 5 Bearcats (4-0) would be aided by a rebounding Irish squad.
Five weeks into the regular season, the eye test suggests there are two great teams — No. 1 Alabama and No. 2 Georgia, in some order — and 128 flawed teams, some more than others, some with shortcomings that can be fixed or at least convincingly camouflaged.
Consider this comparison:
• Team A is 124th in rushing offense nationally out of 130 FBS teams, 29th in passing offense, 95th in total offense, 58th in scoring offense, 69th in team pass efficiency, and 94th in third-down efficiency.
• Team B is 98th in rushing offense, 96th in passing offense, 118th in total offense, 44th in scoring offense, 89th in team pass efficiency, and 88th in third-down efficiency.
Neither one is in the top 75 nationally in sacks allowed.
Team A happens to be Notre Dame. Team B is the new consensus No. 3 team behind Alabama and Georgia — Iowa (5-0).
The difference is the Hawkeyes' elite defense (seventh in total yards per game allowed), their No. 1 ranking in turnover margin and much better-than-average special teams are giving the Iowa offense a chance to grow.
What can Notre Dame take from this?
The Irish offense can benefit if its defense can surge the way it did against Purdue and Wisconsin, and quite frankly, the way it played against Cincinnati except for the late scoring drives in each half.
The best self-help solution for the offense, though, is getting the quarterback right. And right now that's the one who best mitigates the offensive line's continual struggles.
The fan base and media seems to be in agreement that it's sophomore Drew Pyne, who led both scoring drives Saturday against UC and who was sharp in relief of a then-injured Jack Coan Sept. 25 against Wisconsin.
That's not to say the offensive line doesn't need a fix itself, but the most effective time frame for that would be the bye week after the Virginia Tech game.
The bad news? Virginia Tech is the top sacking team on Notre Dame's schedule (16th, 3.25 per game), including the five opponents it has already played.
"I liked Drew Pyne as a prospect in high school," Lemming said; "He was small as a high school freshman and still doesn't have much size. But he has the skill set to help Notre Dame right now and for the rest of this season.
"But Brian Kelly wants to win a national championship before he's done there at Notre Dame. And to do that he needs a truly elite quarterback. The good news is they've got some they're going after and who are interested.
"Now, it's a matter of closing and finishing."
HOW TO WATCH NOTRE DAME VS. VIRGINIA TECH
Who: No. 14 Notre Dame (4-1) vs. Virginia Tech (3-1)
Kickoff: Saturday at 7:30 p.m. EDT
Where: Lane Stadium; Blacksburg, Va.
TV: ACC Network
Radio: WSBT (AM 960), WNSN-FM (101.5)
Line: Notre Dame by 1 1/2
Follow ND Insider Eric Hansen on Twitter: @EHansenNDI


Hose break couplings are designed to break & seal in the event of a vehicle driving off with the nozzle still in the tank.
A valve on each half of the coupling closes, preventing leaks.
Suitable with diesel & biodiesel up to B100.
Breaks when force is applied in a straight line.
Use in conjunction with the short "pigtail" hoses.
Safety break swivels also available.
Improved 1" version breaks at 337lbs.


text:
Judson (Also called Poplar Grove) is an unincorporated community in Ervin Township, Howard County, Indiana, United States. It is part of the Kokomo, Indiana Metropolitan Statistical Area.

Geography
Judson is located at .

References

Unincorporated communities in Howard County, Indiana
Unincorporated communities in Indiana
Kokomo, Indiana metropolitan area


parameters accordingly. Therefore, cognitive radio networks raise many challenges such as power management, spectrum management, route management, environment awareness, path robustness, and security issues.
As Cognitive Radio (CR) enables dynamic spectrum access which causes adverse effects on network performance because routing protocols that exists were designed considering fixed frequency band. Also, effective routing in CRNs needs local and continual knowledge of its environment. If licensed user (primary user) requests for its channel which is currently used by unlicensed user (secondary user) then unlicensed user has to return the channel to licensed user. However, unlicensed user has to search for another channel and accordingly it needs to seek for route discovery. So, all these important factors need to be accounted for while performing route management.
power transmission, probability of channel availability, probability of PU presence, and Expected Transmission Count. Central entity provides a route to destination based on the QoS level requested by unlicensed users.
connectivity and to increase the throughput of the communication, respectively, based on the QoS level requested by a secondary user.
Performance of the network is examined by simulating the network in NS2 under simulation environment with the help of end to end delay, throughput, packet delivery ratio, and % packet loss. Proposed model performs better than two other reference models mentioned in the thesis and is shown in the simulation results.


PetSmart announced it's spending $3.35 billion dollars buying Chewy.com, an e-commerce store for pet food.
The deal is by far the biggest e-commerce acquisition ever, bigger than when WalMart bought Jet.com.
Formed in 2011, Chewy.com is among the fastest growing e-commerce destinations on the Internet, with almost $900 million dollars in revenue last year.
The domain Chewy.com appears to have been sold by Frank Schilling's Name Administration at the time. There is no record about the sales amount; Schilling hand-registered the domain in 2004.
"PetSmart strives to be the trusted partner to pet parents and pets in every moment of their lives," said Michael Massey, president and chief executive officer of PetSmart.
The sale of Chewy.com is bigger even than that of Cars.com, an indication about how big the food and product industry for pets is.
Domainer Poll : Get a short .Store or a long .Com domain for your business ?
I suspect there was a lot of heavy petting going on during the negotiations.
Congrats to Ryan Cohen and Michael Day for sticking with the Pet Business despite not being initially profitable the first couple of years. When you really think about it….who would have ever, ever, thought that a Pet Product website would end up to be the largest e-commerce deal in history?


The English speaking world have a few myths surrounding Pyrenean skiing. Unfortunately this may lead them to miss out, while their French and Spanish counterparts enjoy some great skiing or boarding, in a beautiful part of the world!
Here are some of the most common myths, exploded.
Barèges-La Mongie ski resort (also known as Grand Tourmalet) ranges between 1250m and 2500m altitude for the main lifts and up to 2877m when you include the world-class off-piste itinerary from the Pic du Midi which is included in the ski pass. There's a maximum vertical descent of 1627m, or one vertical mile!
The central High Pyrenees regularly and on average every year receive more snow that the Alps due to their Atlantic – maritime climate. Example of a fairly normal/representative year: 2008-2009: We could ski home to Barèges virtually right through the season, from late November to late March. Right at the end of the Winter, in mid April, we still had over 3m of lying snow in the Neouvielle Nature Reserve above Barèges (unbelievably good ski touring!). Meanwhile, some of the resorts in the Northern Alps were closing early due to lack of snow! since arriving in 2004 we have never not skied over Christmas or in the last week of the season and several years have had significantly more snow than that (World records set for powder depth in 2012/13 and 2013/14).
Needless to say, there is no need for artificial snow-making most winters, but it's reassuring to know that the Tourmalet resort has snow cannons on almost all of the nursery slopes and blue pistes, covering the entire resort axis between Lienz and La Mongie.
As shown above, the Tourmalet resort is higher altitude than many of the major Alpine ski areas, so it keeps its snow right through the season.
Early in the winter, while you might be tempted to go to a high altitude mega-resort, barren rocky, high-level pistes require a thick cover of snow before they can open, while runs with a grassy base (the majority of the pistes here) need only a nice sprinkle to come into condition. All good news for the Pyrenees!
Skiing in the Pyrenees is around 1/3 cheaper than the Alps for lift passes, lessons, equipment hire and meals out on the slopes. Here, you can get a typical "plat du jour" for 10-12 euros, and a sandwich for 3-5 euros.


Back in '82 the running world was awash with colour, shoes bursting with neon tones filled the market in the hope of attracting the best athletes. New Balance shrewdly presented an alternative – the 574. Introduced as the first $100 running shoe, the 574 was arguably one of the most versatile sneakers of it's time. Adopted by the running world and fashion savvy alike, New Balance relied on the sneaker's high performance and premier tooling to attract the attention of the global running scene, whilst the traditionally monotone colour scheme gripped those who preferred a simpler aesthetic.
Honouring the brand's legacy, the shoe is reproduced in an iconic 'Grey Day' colourway. The shoe's timeless two-tone mesh and suede panelled upper is left untouched, whilst the ENCAP cushioned sole unit and signature 'N' emblem and remain are seen in a contrasting off white to finish things off. Reflective hits on the sidewall branding and heel panel ensured you were safe to head out running at any time of day.
The New Balance 574 will be available in UK sizes 4-11 from 08:00 on 15th March 2018 online and in selected size? stores, priced at £70.


For 2.5 years we waited for this little girl -- for our Nora. We waited and waited and waited. And we had to say goodbye to 4 angels before we saw her face. Have I ever mentioned before that 5 is my lucky number? Because it is. And, I don't just feel lucky to have Nora, I feel like I am honestly in the presence of a miracle.
Maybe Henry feels that too -- on some level. Maybe that's why he is so so in love.
Born June 18, 2014 at 2:06 a.m.
Never stop celebrating. Thank you Tiny Prints for helping us share our celebration!
Nora is absolutely beautiful! And those pictures of her with Henry just melt my heart - so sweet!


London – The British film director and pop promo auteur Peter Whitehead's kaleidoscopic 1967 documentary is a vivid and controversial snapshot of the height of London's "Swinging" era.
Featuring interviews with a diverse selection of iconic figures in British and international pop culture – from artists such as David Hockney and Alan Aldridge, through to actors such as Michael Caine and Julie Christie, the author Edna O'Brien, Beat Poet and writer Allen Ginsberg, and Rolling Stones manager and founder of Immediate Records, Andrew Loog Oldham, the movie is rightly regarded as both a celebration and critique of the London "Summer of Love".
At its heart was a soundtrack album which featured renditions of "Interstellar Overdrive" by The Pink Floyd, "Here Come The Nice" by Small Faces, and contributions from the enigmatic Vashti Bunyan, Brit blue-eyed soulster Chris Farlowe and vocal duo Twice As Much.
Newly remastered from the original master tape, the album brilliantly captures the overheated atmosphere and ferocious pace of the times.
"Tonite Let's All Make Love In London" is available on 180-gram heavyweight audiophile vinyl (first 1000 copies pressed on pink vinyl)!
Also available on gatefold SleevePac CD and digital download.
FOR THE FIRST TIME SINCE 1968 THE COMPLETE ORIGINAL ALBUM!


text:
Health, Happiness & Dignity for All
inquiry@sajidafoundation.org
Who We AreA Unique Example of Social Enterprise
SAJIDA At A GlanceHow far we have come
Syed Humayun KabirFounder, SAJIDA Foundation
Leadership & GovernanceFront Liners of SAJIDA
Awards & RecognitionOur accomplishments in citizenship, innovation and sustainability.
FinancialsOur Analysis for the coming years
All our publications in one place
Video ArchivesAnnual ReportsPublished ArticlesAudit ReportsNewslettersResearch ReportsSAJIDA's Strategy Paper Final Draft 2020-25
SAJIDA HospitalsEnsuring Quality Care For All
Amrao ManushUrban Poverty Elimination
WASHWater, Sanitation & Hygiene
Humanitarian Crisis Disaster Response
Malaria EliminationProtecting Communities from Malaria
Working With Women Phase 2Empowering Women Through Awareness
PROSHOMONA Smart Card Health Voucher Scheme
SAMRIDDHISustainability through community action
Elder CareIn home care for your loved ones
Inner CircleChildren Specialist Services
PHWC – Psychological Health And Wellness ClinicOne-Stop Place Psychological Health And Wellness Needs
MicrofinanceLoan ProductsSavings ProductsCustomer Loyalty Program5 Year Performance AnalysisImpact
Completed Programs
Change A LifeAny amount you donate matters
৳Donate
Social Business PartnershipsPartner with us to make an impact
Internships and Volunteer ProgramLearn from experienced professionals in development field
Young Professional ProgramBecome a future leader!
CareerJoin SAJIDA's Family
Sajida at a Glance
Syed Humayun Kabir
ILUEP-PDC (Amrao Manush)
Malaria Elimination
Samriddhi
SAJIDA Hospitals
Inner Circle – Child Specialist Services
PSYCHOLOGICAL HEALTH AND WELLNESS CLINIC – PHWC
Change a Life
Social Business Partnerships
Internships & Volunteer Program
FOUNDER, SAJIDA FOUNDATION
Syed Humayun Kabir (1931 – 2015), chairman of Renata Ltd. and founder of SAJIDA Foundation, is among the country's most respected professionals and philanthropists. Born in Calcutta in 1931, Syed Humayun Kabir was one of five children of his father Syed Golam Kabir and mother Sara Kabir. His mother passed away in 1935 when he was just four years old. With his father in the government service, the young Syed Humayun Kabir had to transfer to various schools from an early age. He was admitted to the University of Dhaka where he completed his Honours in Chemistry and left for Glasgow, Scotland to study Pharmacy at the University of Strathclyde.
In 1957 Syed Humayun Kabir moved to the Tea Gardens where he started working as an Assistant Manager. In 1961 he was married to Sajida Fahmi and the two spent a few years at the Tea Garden until Syed Humayun Kabir went back to Dhaka and joined Pfizer Industries as Senior Manager.Syed Humayun Kabir was the first Managing Director of Pfizer Ltd. Bangladesh, which later turned into Renata Ltd. where Syed Humayun Kabir was Chairman for 21 years
Syed Humayun Kabir was the first Managing Director of Pfizer Ltd. Bangladesh, which later turned into Renata Ltd. where Syed Humayun Kabir was Chairman for 21 years till his death.Syed Humayun Kabir served as Chairman and President of the Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce and Industries, Bangladesh Employers Association, Foreign Investors' Chamber of Commerce and Industries, American-Bangladesh Economic Forum and Transparency International Bangladesh. He was also board members of several banks, an insurance company and a trustee of the Centre for Policy Dialogue (CPD). He held board-level association with BRAC since 1972.
Despite Syed Humayun Kabir's remarkable successes in the corporate world, he was essentially a simple, humble, compassionate and conscientious man who was deeply devoted to helping the poor and disadvantaged. And thus when Renata Pharmaceuticals Ltd. emerged, so did a unique model of social enterprise – SAJIDA Foundation – with 51% shareholding at Renata Ltd. to reach out to those less fortunate.
The organization has come a long way since its humble beginnings in 1993 when it was presented as a gift to his wife, Sajida Humayun Kabir on their 25th wedding anniversary. It serves not only as a symbol of philanthropy and goodwill, but also as a unique example of how business can contribute to the common good and corporate social responsibility.
He accredited the growth of SAJIDA to the competence and professionalism of its personnel and the organization's strong focus on empowering the mother in order to empower the family. The organization is driven by a strong family unit with strong social values of family unity that have been in the family for generations. Going forward, Syed Humayun Kabir emphasized the need to better understand and build knowledge about the poor. He believed that in order to work with and help the poor it is necessary to develop a greater understanding about how they think and react in different situations. As such, he highlighted knowledge at the field level as an important factor in achieving poverty alleviation goals.
Syed Humayun Kabir breathed his last at 6:36 pm on July 7th, 2015 at the age of 83 after a long and difficult struggle with Parkinson's Disease. Yet even when he was wheelchair bound and struggling with advanced stages of Parkinson's, Syed Humayun Kabir was dedicated to keep learning and keeping up with the changing times. He would learn how to use new technology for communication from his grandchildren, maintained a journal in his phone and looked up information on the Internet regarding his illnesses and how to best manage them.
Till the very end Syed Humayun Kabir fought for knowledge, empowerment and for a world where everyone embraced their social responsibilities. It is this legacy that his family and SAJIDA Foundation now carry forward and it is through his simple values of sharing and achieving goals that he has changed thousands of lives. The exemplary journey of his life and work is inspiration for future generations to make the world a better place.
Founder Videos
A Life Led By Conscience
Read about the inspiring journey of our Founder, Late Syed Humayun Kabir
Click to read the complete biography
Assistant Manager, Tea Garden, Sylhet 1957-1963
Chairman and Member of the Governing Body of BRAC Member of the Governing Body: 1972 – July 7, 2015
Chairman: 1982-2001
Chairman & Managing Director of Pfizer Laboratories Ltd. (Bangladesh) for 21 years 1972 – 1994
Chairman of Renata Limited 1994 – 7 July, 2015
Director of BRAC Bank Limited 2001-2008
Chairman and President of the Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce & Industry (Two terms): 1979-1980 & 1984-1985
Founding Member of Transparency International – Bangladesh Founder Chairman: 1996-2001
Member, Trustee Board: 2001-2005
President of the Bangladesh Employers' Association (Two Terms): 1981-1982 & 1982-1983
President of the Foreign Investors Chamber of Commerce & Industry Dec 1991- Nov 1992
President of the American- Bangladesh Economic Forum 1988 – 1993
Senior Fellow of the Bangladesh Institute of Development Studies Jan 1986 – Dec 1988
Director of Sadharan Bima Corporation 1979 -1982
Trustee of the Centre for Policy Dialogue (CPD) Founding Member – 16 Nov. 1993
Founder of SAJIDA Foundation 1987
Executive Director of SAJIDA Foundation 1991-2003
Lest We Forget | The Daily Star
http://www.thedailystar.net/op-ed/lest-we-forget-112507
Salute and farewell, Mr Kabir | DhakaTribune
https://www.dhakatribune.com/uncategorized/2015/07/20/salute-and-farewell-mr-kabir
Humayun Kabir: Remembering a good man | DhakaTribune
https://www.dhakatribune.com/uncategorized/2015/08/07/humayun-kabir-remembering-a-good-man
Business luminaries remembered | The Daily Star
http://www.thedailystar.net/business/business-luminaries-remembered-123835
A man in full | DhakaTribune
https://www.dhakatribune.com/uncategorized/2015/07/16/a-man-in-full
Nice guys don't finish last | DhakaTribune
http://www.dhakatribune.com/op-ed/2015/jul/11/nice-guys-dont-finish-last
Syed Humayun Kabir was one of Bangla's best | The Sunday Guardian
http://www.sunday-guardian.com/analysis/syed-humayun-kabir-was-one-of-banglas-best
OTOBI Center, 5th floor, plot 12,Block CWS(C), Gulshan South Avenue, Gulshan 1, Dhaka 1212


The student Research Forum is established with a view to cultivate Research culture among students.
The forum organizes research seminars on regular basis.
It organises training programs to train the students in conducting Variousresearch projects.
It recognises and declares awards for the best projects and research papers presented every year.
The department organises industrial visits to different industries enabling the students to acquire practical knowledge.
The department provides teaching internships for the students over a minimumperiod of 25 days with a view to acquire the prior teaching practice.
The students are also offered corporate internships to acquire prior administrate knowledge.


From Cambridge: take Hwy-401 East. Proceed east on Hwy-401 to Pickering. Follow the exit for RR-1/Brock Rd. and continue east on Hwy-401 Collectors approx. 2 km to Brock Rd. (exit 399). Turn right on Brock Rd. and proceed south approx. 0.75 km to Dillingham Rd (1st right past Bayly). Turn right on Dillingham Rd. and proceed west, then south approx. 0.5 km to arena on the right.


text:
I had pardoned Qandeel Baloch, says Mufti Abdul Qavi
LAHORE (92 News) – Mufti Abdul Qavi has said that he had pardoned model Qandeel Baloch. Talking to 92 News on Saturday, he said that Qandeel Balcoh had apologized to him five times over the pictures issue. He said that he had asked Qandeel Baloch to recite Quranic verses during their meeting. "Qandeel Baloch told me that she was observing fast," he said. Mufti Abdul Qavi said that Qandeel Baloch had asked him to arrange her meeting with Imran Khan. "Now the matter of Qandeel Baloch is with Allah Almighty," he said, adding that the people leveling allegations against the gentle should learn a lesson from such result.
Pakistan Punjab


Winners Revealed For B&T's 30 Under 30 Awards!
With more than 450 people in attendance, the event – held at the Ivy in Sydney – was a rip-roaring success once again.
This year, we ran things a little bit differently, offering 10 categories instead of six, but before we give a massive congratulations to the winners of each, we want to say a big thank you to those who entered, and give those who were shortlisted a pat on the back. Big thanks also to all our lovely sponsors and judges who helped make the 30 Under 30 Awards possible for another year.
Google had much to cheer about on the night, with its very own Shane Treeves and James Law taking home the Grand Prix and People's Choice awards respectively.
Check out the full list of winners by category below.
Jason Echo, Nine Entertainment Co.


Dr. Ted Baehr is IAI's Distinguished Senior Fellow for the Study of Culture, Media, and Mass Entertainment.
He is Founder and Publisher of Movieguide® (aka www.movieguide.org) and Chairman of the Christian Film & Television Commission®, as well as a noted critic, educator, lecturer, media pundit, and an attorney. His stated mission is to redeem the values of the media while educating audiences on how to use discernment in selecting their entertainment.
https://theinteramerican.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/law2.jpg 1130 1699 Inter-American https://theinteramerican.net/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/lg1.png Inter-American2012-03-28 15:35:512018-08-30 01:53:42By What Authority?


text:
Spandau Ballet's Tony Hadley: Staying True
by Keith Valcourt | Aug 26, 2011 | All Stories, Artist Interviews, Music | 0 comments
Rocker: Any future plans for more Spandau Ballet touring or recording?
Tony: Whether or not we'll even go out on tour again I don't know. It was only ever gonna be a one off. It ended up extending and going from October 2009 to June 2010. We had a fantastic time.
Rocker: You have also toured with in a show billed Tony Hadley vs. Martin Fry (of ABC) who is the better singer?
Tony: Oh god, it's two entirely different singers. What is interesting is although we were all part of this "New Romantic" thing, every singer in the bands – whether it was ABC, Duran Duran, Ultravox, Human League,… – had a distinctive voice. You can't compare my voice to his. It's entirely different.
Rocker: Then how about if you and Martin Fry got into a fight, who would win?
Tony: Oh I would. (Laughs) I come from a rougher neighborhood!
Rocker: Any truth to the rumor that you are working with Barry Gibb?
Tony: I was in Miami and I met him. A friend of a friend introduced us. So I went round his house to have a cup of tea, as you tend to do when you're English. We had a chat about music. So we're going to get together, me and Barry and his son Ashley. I've just got to find the time to spend a week in Miami. It's great when you meet a hero like that.
Rocker: Do you miss the 80's?
Tony: I'm not a nostalgic person. I never look back at the videos and go "Wow!" When I make an album – solo, Spandau, whatever – I make it, check the mix then I move on.
Rocker: You mentioned rappers sampling "True." What did you think about the first time you heard the PM Dawn song "Set Adrift On Memory Bliss?"
Tony: I thought it was great. People get freaked about the whole thing of sampling.
When someone says, "Oh you've taken the original beautiful record and ruined it by sampling it!" Oh shut up! It's rubbish. I think if someone samples your record it's a compliment. I don't see it as an offense. "True" is a great song. PM Dawn came along, sampled it and made another great song out of it. I say as many people as possible. If they want to sample it they can sample it. Because it keeps the whole thing alive, which is what you want.
Rocker: Why is "True" such a timeless song?
Tony: It's a real kinda white soul record. We recorded it in the Bahamas and I remember we were all kinda laid back and chill. It's got a sort of laid back feel. For some reason it just connects with people. I didn't think it was a single. I don't think anyone in the band thought it was a single at first. Radio picked up on it. It just connected. They've used it in films. I can't tell you how many times people have come up to me and said, "Tony thanks for that." Can't tell you how many times I've been on the "Right Side" with the wife or girlfriend while playing that record. It's THE wedding song. The first dance song. It's up there with "Every Breath You Take" as one of those classic love songs, and thank god!
Rocker: Spandau Ballet had a lot of female fans. Ever have any of them go to great lengths to meet you?
Tony: The nuttiest thing is when we were playing the Liverpool Empire. We were two floors up in the dressing room and Liverpool girls are really crazy. There are about five, maybe six hundred screaming fourteen and fifteen year old girls, going completely bananas. We've done the show, we're having drinks in the dressing rooms two floors up and suddenly there is bang bang bang on the window. What the hell? We open the window and there were two female fans, one behind the other that had shimmied up the drainpipe. We went, "Jesus Christ get in here!" If they had fallen they would have died. We signed all their things and sent them on their way. That was probably the most dedicated, stupid thing I've ever known fans to do. But they got to meet the band! (Laughs)


SEOUL, Feb. 24 (Korea Bizwire) - South Korea's financial authorities on Wednesday referred U.S. hedge fund Elliott Associates to state prosecutors for allegedly violating local disclosure rules when it tried to prevent a merger of two Samsung Group affiliates last year.
The Securities and Futures Commission said Elliott abused the total return swap (TRS) system to covertly increase its holdings. This marks the first time that the commission has taken issue with TRS and is expected to set an important precedence in the market.
It said all related files have been sent to state prosecutors, who will carry out an investigation into possible wrongdoings.
Last year, Elliott disclosed that it had bought an additional 2.17 percent stake on top of its 4.95 percent in Samsung C&T Corp, the conglomerate's fashion and trading arm, to own more than a 5 percent stake while making a clear objection to its merger with Cheil Industries.
The new shares, however, were found to have already been held by foreign brokerage houses under a TRS arrangement with Elliott, leading the Financial Services Commission (FSC) to conclude Elliott had bypassed the local disclosure rule by illegally "parking" its shares in the investment banks.
Under local law, such a parking deal is banned, where a stock owner keeps his or her security holdings in others' accounts in order to hide real ownership.
A trader is also obliged to issue a public disclosure within five days of acquiring a stake of more than 5 percent in a listed company.
Last September, the FSC launched a probe into the case, and the Capital Market Inquiry Committee under its Securities and Futures Committee concluded earlier this month that Elliott violated the disclosure rule.
After wrapping up its bumpy merger process after the tough battle with Elliott, Samsung C&T was reborn as a new entity in September 2015. The merger is part of the group's efforts to streamline its structure through big shakeups of its affiliates.


text:
Q: $\mathbb{Q}(\sqrt{p^*})$ is the only quadratic extension of $\mathbb{Q}$ contained in $\mathbb{Q}(\zeta_{p^n})$.
Let $p$ be an odd prime and let $p^*=(-1)^{\frac{p-1}{2}}p$. Let $n\geqslant 1$. Show that $\mathbb{Q}(\sqrt{p^*})$ is the only quadratic extension of $\mathbb{Q}$ contained in $\mathbb{Q}(\zeta_{p^n})$. (Hint. Consider the Gauss sum $g=\sum_{a=1}^{p-1}\left(\frac{a}{p}\right)\zeta_p^a$, where $\left(\frac{a}{p}\right)$ is the Legendre symbol.

My try: Since $g^2=\left(\frac{-1}{p}\right)p=p^*$, we have $\sqrt{p^*}=g\in\mathbb{Q}(\zeta_p, \zeta_p^2, \dotsc, \zeta_p^{p-1})=\mathbb{Q}(\zeta_p)$. I want to know what does $\mathbb{Q}(\zeta_{p^n})$ do and how to prove the uniqueness?
Any hints are appreciated, thanks in advance.

A: One could note that there is a counterexample for $p=2$ and, for example, $n=4$. Then $\Bbb Q(\zeta_{p^n})$ contains three different quadratic subfields:
Determining subfields of cyclotomic field extension
Otherwise the above answer and the comment by Jyrki show that the claim is true for $p>2$ and $n\ge 1$.

A: The Galois group of $\mathbb{Q}(\zeta_{p^n})/ \mathbb{Q}$ is isomorphic to $(\mathbb{Z}/p^n\mathbb{Z})^\times$, which is cyclic for all $n\geq 1$ since $p$ is odd.
In particular, it has a unique subgroup of order $\varphi(p^n)/2$, hence the Galois extension $\mathbb{Q}(\zeta_{p^n})/\mathbb{Q}$ has a unique quadratic subextension, by Galois correspondence.


text:
5 Great Songs
The song I want to feature from this album is titled Abacab. To me is was a real kick arse track that never reached the heights that it deserved. Some Genesis fans bailed after Peter Gabriel left and fair enough, Gabriel went on to have his own solo career and was quite successful. Phil Collins took over from A Trick of the Tail and Genesis soldiered on and thank Gordon they did. This is a great track. By the way Abacab was the structure of the song. Broken into parts and played that way. Enjoy this at your pleasure. I do.
This song comes from a UK band called Yes and I believe that this, Fragile, is about their best album. The track I want to feature is called Roundabout and it's big down fall was it was too long for popular radio at the time. This is where blues meets classical. Love it. The bass on this track is simply amazing. What a shame that radio insists on 3 to 4 minute tracks. This would have been a number one hit all round the world.
This track just won me over. Whether Dave Dobbyn wrote songs prior or after I didn't care. This pop tune has every angle covered and I love it. Written for Footrot Flats gives it even more appeal.
Now did you think you would get away from this without something from Steely Dan, you are kidding yourself. One of the best songs never to have made it is No static at All which we all refer to as FM. Beauty personified.
Yes. Even Hung succumbed to this song and why I didn't really gel with them like the Rolling Stones they did write some great pop tunes. This is the classic of all classics.
12 thoughts on "5 Great Songs"
sandshoe said:
An excellently interesting presentation of these numbers, Hung. Your writing as a reviewer is very powerfully sincere. Fancy I even have the luck to be a piglet too in your company.
vivienne29 said:
Slice of Heaven was great. In our home library we have every Footrot Flats 'books' – the lot.
Stoked the first time I heard it.
I always liked Genesis but I don't think I've heard that one before. Great musicianship.
Some Genesis is really dreary but I liked Trick of the Tail best, post Peter Gabriel, and not much after that. Abacab was great though. This word came from the break up of the song, Part A, then B, then A, then C then A then B and that is what it stands for.
Hung, was Yes from the early 70s. I seem to recall a friend from way back had a huge record collection including a Yes long play which we played. Sounds familiar. More serious, not like T-Rex at all.
Yes. Yes are a prog rock band from the seventies. They still go around today but have had so many line up changes it is not funny. I have about 20 of their albums, given to me by a fan but I only like one or two. This song came from an album called Fragile which to me was one of their best.
algernon1 said:
Two Gems there Hung, the first two. I'll get to the others later
Thanks Ace.
gerard oosterman said:
Great stuff, Hung. Especially the classic of all classics.
Thanks Gez, just us old guys tonight. 🙂
Having a jam session with a bong ( sorry, cup-o-tea)


Co-/ghostwriter Daniel Paisner voices Ray Lewis to the page about as vividly as is possible in the language without printing the thing on a stack of church suits. It isn't just the italics for emphasis—though, just look at them all; the whole thing is like that; it's like Magary transcribing First Take with a broken capslock key—but how he nails the rising and falling of cadence, the pithy bluntness of a Ray Lewis motivational, the call-and-self-response of a passage like, "We were nowhere. But we told ourselves nowhere was okay, long as we were headed somewhere. As long as we were rising. And we were." This poor man will be slipping in and out of Ray-speak for the next 18 months.
This seems like a bizarre way to open a chapter that climaxes in a double homicide, at least until you look at the underlying architecture. Ostensibly, the George business is about watching Eddie George play in the Super Bowl, and how jealous that made Lewis in the moment. What's actually going on here, though, is Lewis laying down a framework of de-escalation. As the two were ready to fight, agent Duane Martin stepped in and eased them back by offering each a paintball gun. Both players walked away, and the parable was cast: Ray Lewis is peaceable. He loves his mother. He really loves his wardrobe.
My postgame look was all about style. I put on a suit, a long mink coat. I put on some bling, too—a Piaget watch, a bold lock chain, a jammin' set of earrings. All that jewelry, plus my mink coat, I must have been wearing about a quarter-million dollars, but those were heady times, man. This was how we rolled, me and my boys, and when you come from nothing like I did, step into all this money like I did, you're bound to strut a little bit. I was over the top, I'll admit. Way, way over the top. I get that. I'm sorry. Frankly, I'm a little embarrassed about all that now, but this was the mentality, and I only mention it here because it became a part of the story.
It took me back, hearing this kind of ugly talk—from a black dude, no less. But I could see him and his gangbangers starting to circle, so I said, "Hey, look man. Ain't nobody doing all this right now. Let's just move on." Right then, I took this as my signal to get everybody out of there, and all hell broke loose from that moment. Remember, I was dressed out, had my jewelry on, my fine mink coat. I wasn't about to start mixing it up looking like that. That's a general rule of thumb when you're doing the town and looking good. The nicer you're dressed, the less inclined you are to fight—that is, if you're even inclined in that way to begin with. Anyway, we'd all been down this way before, knew enough to know it was just a bunch of noise, just a bunch of nonsense, so the thing to do to diffuse all that noise and nonsense was to show each other what you had. It was like a standoff-type situation, and there really wasn't any more to it than that. Only thing flying around was words, but at the same time there was trouble in the air. You could kind of feel it.
This is a baffling line of argument by Lewis, whose clothes on the night in question have always been of interest to the investigation. A witness for the prosecution in the murder case testified that she saw another limo passenger place a hotel laundry bag in a dumpster; prosecutors alleged that the bag contained Lewis's bloodied white suit. The suit was never found.
Reginald's head was just split, and he was bleeding all over the place, and people were yelling and menacing and scuffling. Those next few moments—maybe thirty seconds, maybe a full minute—were just crazy on top of crazy, but I didn't engage with these dudes. No, sir. I tried to disengage, pushing the girls back in the car, and we all piled inside. Reginald was able to separate himself from the mix and join us; we started to drive off.
The party drives away, under gunfire, but no one is injured. Ray Lewis once again avoids conflict that seems to be seeking him out.
At trial, Lewis testified that after the fight, Richard Sweeting told him he had thrown punches with a knife; this goes unaddressed by the book. Lewis also testified that he tried to stop the fight, which is left unclear in this retelling; others testified that they saw Lewis himself throw a punch, but did not see a knife. The gory details of what happened next are a matter of record, but not crucial to Lewis's telling here, as we come to the second and more major theme of the chapter, Lewis's treatment by the Atlanta police.
The remaining 16 pages of the chapter (about half its length) are dedicated to exactly what happened once Lewis was contacted by the police. Here's how the first exchange went down, after he'd worked out a meeting place for what he believed to be an interview as a witness.
Those were the first words out of his mouth.
I guarantee you'll fall for this one.
Like I needed this man to repeat himself—but he did. He elaborated on it, too. Told me it was people like me, with money, thought we were above the law, better than the law. That we were to blame for what was wrong in the world. There was all kinds of ignorant nonsense coming out of this hateful cop's mouth. And it set me off. I'm sorry, but I got my back up. I knew better, but there it was—in front of my kids, even.
The charges made no sense. Told myself, that district attorney, he would suffer for this. Told myself, Ray, you got praying folks in your corner. That was my mind-set at the time. I came at this thing from a place of rage, a place of revenge. But in the end, I would be the one to suffer. Those poor boys, they paid the ultimate price, how many things went down for them that night. But me, I was made to pay for their deaths. In the court of public opinion, I was made to pay. In the detention facilities of the city of Atlanta, Georgia, I was made to pay.
And underneath this voice, in the middle of that darkness, there was a message—came in clear and loud and true.
The message: whatever much and more I had to slog through in that jail cell in Atlanta, it would strengthen me.
Whatever shadows there were now, hanging over me and my family, it would strengthen me.
Whatever dirt these people in law enforcement were determined to do to my name, my standing, my pride, it would only strengthen me.
Oh yes—yes, I can hear you! Yes!
I was done walking in that darkness. I was tired of it. So I stepped outside and walked in the light.


An outstanding example of Viognier. Bright pale straw colour. Aroma of exotic tropical fruit, ripe spicy pears, followed by a hint of apricot and mango. The palate has excellent weight and mouth-feel, creamy texture with flavours of exotic tropical fruit, pear, mangoes and lime evident. Soft acid finish. A distinctive wine which has been matured in old oak, adding a layer of complexity.


text:
Go Home «» News «» World News «» Lovers are banned from teaching SAT candidates
Lovers are banned from teaching SAT candidates
December 19, 2022 Taiwo Gbolagade
For helping students prepare for their SAT tests, a primary school headmaster and a Year Six teacher who had an affair were both expelled from their positions.
In 2018, Mike Watt, 44, separated from his 15-year marriage to be with Emma Kelly, 29, a new teacher at his school.
When inspectors arrived to look into Miss Kelly's Year 6 class's SAT scores, parents' shock at the connection quickly turned to rage.
It was discovered that kids had gotten coaching from Mr. Watt and Miss Kelly to ensure her students performed better than they may have otherwise.
Both Mr. Watt and Miss Kelly left their £80,000-a-year positions as the head of Colburn Primary School in Catterick, North Yorkshire.
The Teaching Regulation Agency has now permanently barred both of them after discovering that they both engaged in cheating by instructing students.
The head of the school showed a very personal interest in Miss Kelly's class achievements, which is maybe not unexpected given their personal interest in one another, according to a school parent.
It resulted in the annulment of our kids' test results, which means they won't have assessment findings when they transfer to secondary school, which might be detrimental.
They put forth a lot of effort during the year and were informed how essential the SATs were, only to have their scores thrown out due to the manner they were taught. What kind of an example does it provide?
Despite neither of the two staff employees accepting the claims, the TRA determined that the wrongdoing had place throughout the academic year 2017–18 and came to the conclusion that both were dishonest.
"Ordinary decent individuals would consider Mr. Watt's acts dishonest," the panel said in reference to Mr. Watt.
There is an expectation that instructors would not tamper with students' assessment results since doing so would be dishonest.
The panel did agree that Mr. Watt had a history of moral integrity. The panel discovered that Mr. Watt had intentionally employed improper writing assessment administration to unjustly boost the assessment scores for a number of students. This was deemed dishonest by the panel.
The panel continued by debating whether Mr. Watt's conduct constituted a lack of integrity. The panel agreed that given the facts, and given that Mr. Watt was found to have acted dishonestly, it is difficult to imagine that this does not constitute a lack of integrity.
The panel kept in mind that Mr. Watt held a respected position at the school and in society as headteacher. The panel determined that Mr. Watt's acts constituted a lack of integrity and were inconsistent with the ethical norms of the teaching profession.
The panel discovered that Miss Kelly had written a letter that students had used as a model for a writing exam.
According to the TRA, there were "substantial and striking parallels" between each student's work and Miss Kelly's letter. This included the arrangement and content of the paragraphs as well as their phrasing, punctuation, and terminology.
She was also permanently barred when it was determined that she had behaved dishonestly and without integrity.
The school welcomed Miss Kelly in September 2016. She was then engaged to 34-year-old longtime lover Chris Robinson.
When parents started hearing rumors that Miss Kelly was seeing the head, the pair broke up in October of the following year.
As a matter of fact, as far as any of us knew, he was a happily married guy with two young boys, so it came as quite a shock, a parent said.
Friends said that the head's wife Helen was heartbroken by the dissolution of the marriage and that Mr. Watt and Miss Kelly had allegedly moved in together.
According to Judith Kirk, assistant director for education and skills at North Yorkshire County Council, at the time of their resignation, "The Standards and Testing Agency has written to the chair of governors at Colburn Community Primary School to confirm that key stage 2 test results have been annulled for a number of Year 6 pupils who were involved in end of key stage 2 SATS in the last academic year."
This comes after Colburn's Key Stage 2 Writing Assessments were canceled due to issues with how the required teacher evaluation of writing was conducted.
'Allegations surrounding the administration of the examinations were obtained during an inquiry that the school's board of governors ordered.
These claims were sent to the Standards and Testing Agency for review, Ms. Kirk said.
The STA inquiry has resulted in the annulment of several test results for the cohort from the previous year.
In order to ensure that the affected students' learning is not negatively impacted in any way, "We have supported Colburn Primary throughout the inquiry and worked with them to notify the affected students' future secondary schools."
Following an investigation by the Standards and Testing Agency, the headteacher acknowledged that the findings of the STA's inquiries were not in the school's best interests. The school governors have thus accepted his resignation.
The resignation of a teacher was also accepted in addition, as a consequence of the findings of the STA investigations.
Colburn's chair of governors, Angie Dale, called it "an unfortunate discovery."
news, Today's post
Royal Mint baffles Britons with Charles III coin tweet
Housebreaking is on the upswing this holiday season


text:
NatWest helps Salisbury-based business to continue its strong growth story
A Salisbury-based company that specialises in the distribution of health food products has benefited from a funding package which has enabled it to continue its strong growth, and also to refurbish its Salisbury healthfood store as a flagship healthier lifestyle brand known as "Well Natural".
NatWest has provided funding in excess of £1m to support working capital, investment in IT and additional office space.
CLF Distribution Ltd has been established since 1998, and is currently based in Downton Business Centre. However it is expecting to grow from its current £25m to £60m during the next 3 years.
The flagship store will showcase to consumers natural health and beauty items to nutritious foods, sports nutrition and healthy lifestyle recommendations. It will also illustrate to other independent healthfood retailers the benefits of state of the art stock replenishment and reporting systems to enhance the offering to its customers.
NatWest's team, co-ordinated by Gary Hodgson, senior relationship manager, has supported this expansion by providing £350k of further funding under the Government's Enterprise Finance Guarantee scheme, an increase in its invoice discounting line of £500k and a property loan of £175k.
Robin Holiday, Managing Director and founder of CLF Distribution said, "We are really excited about the opportunities to grow our business further, and to enable our existing and new customers to grow their businesses too. NatWest has shown a real interest in getting to know my business, including spending a whole day with us. They understand our goals and this funding package will enable us to take the next steps in that process."
Gary Hodgson, senior relationship manager at NatWest added: "I really enjoyed working in partnership with Robin and in collaboration with our specialist business partners across the bank. By spending time at CLF, as part of the banks "working with you" programme, this has really helped us to understand the unique strengths of this SME business and how we can support Robin's business moving forward."