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Handy Tips and the Know-hows for Purchasing Property in Thailand
Phathu Kesonsukhon | Condominium, Land, Property, Villa
Situated at the center of the Southeast Asian region with it's tourist attracting slogan; Amazing Thailand, the country has been seeing a high increase of tourists visits over the years. According to 2013's Global Destination Cities Index, Bangkok was listed as the number one tourist destination with roughly 15 million visitors.1 Seeing how attractive a destination Thailand is, it is not difficult to see why many visitors have chosen to make Thailand their second home or foresee a blooming business opportunity.
Property purchases in Thailand by foreigners have spiked in both Bangkok as Condominiums rise up to surround the current expansion of the Mass transit system attempting meet demands as well as in Pattaya, another famous tourist attraction.2 Purchase of Thai real estate in the city area or the Pattaya seaside are seen as an attractive investment with low costs yet bearing high rental yields. For the same amount you spend in your home country, you may be able to purchase a luxury Condo in Thailand's megacity.
There are many success stories out there as well as the horror stories of property purchases in a country that generally speaks another language from you. Navigating through the Thai Sale-Purchase processes may appear daunting, however, not as difficult as it appears with some research or aid or a qualified Thai local. This article will seek to point you in the right direction.
Things That Can Go Wrong and What to Look Out For
Unfamiliarity with the local legal system and a local measurement system may make you appear prone to being taken advantage of
Purchaser has no right to ownership
Seller does not or cannot validly transfer ownership
Not knowing your rights and entitlements
Miscommunication of intents or wants during negotiations affected by the language barrier.
Lack of care with paper work leading to further complications that may result in loss of right.
Problems with lease term
Sellers or Developers defaults
Off-plan developers fail to complete construction
Ownership of Real Estate by Foreigners
Real estate in Thailand that may be purchased includes land and buildings such as houses, condominiums and villas. As a general rule, the law prohibits if not restrict foreigners from owning any parcel of land. As buildings often form part of the land, it may pose a problem for prospective foreign buyers. This is not to say ownership is not possible. There are always some exceptions to the rule. These are options to acquire ownership of your purchased properties in Thailand;
1) Ownership of land
Individual foreigners will be allowed ownership as a freehold (to the exclusion of others) of up to 1 rai (approximately 0.40 Acres) in a specified area through the Board of Investment for residential purposes on the condition that they had to have invested at least 40 million baht into the Thai economy through government bonds for instance.3 This may not be the most practical option as one may not have such funds or equity on hand. In addition to that, ministerial approval is still required and the land you obtained is non-transferable. Furthermore, if the parcel of land is not utilized for residential purposes within 2 years from registration of acquisition, it may be disposed of by the Director-General.
Foreign companies (juristic persons) may also own land in the same manner as foreign individuals. The trend appears to be that the Thai government will allow exemptions if the foreign company substantially contribute to the Thai economy.
Ministerial permission to inherit property of the deceased obtained by virtue of a Treaty provision4 as a statutory heir thus allowing ownership. Unfortunately, with the current absence of treaties permitting this, you will not be capable of registering title over your inherited property and will be obliged to dispose of it within a specified time.5
2) Ownership of building
Freehold ownership by foreigners in one building must not exceed 49% of the total ownership.6 The co-owners will jointly hold the land which the building is built upon. Foreigners who wish to purchase units in a Condominium which already reached its foreign ownership allowances can opt for ownership through leasehold.
As buildings seldom have separate title deeds from land, you may obtain a separate title for structures or buildings by leasing the land and purchasing the building constructed on it. If you obtain permit to build structures on a lease land, you will own that structure.
Consequentially, a building with a separate title from the land can be dealt with as the owner wishes though the correct execution of required documents.
The paperwork required to effect your transaction will be discussed on the next article.
See also Thailand Property Common Questions (FAQs).
1 Global Destination Cities Index', MasterCard (http://insights.mastercard.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/MasterCard_GDCI_Final.pdf)
2 Property Indicators', Bank of Thailand (http://www2.bot.or.th/statistics/ReportPage.aspx?reportID=102&language=eng)
3 Section 96 bis, Land Code Promulgating Act, B.E. 2497 (1954).
4 Sections 86, 93 Land Code Promulgating Act, B.E. 2497 (1954).
5 Section 94, Land Code Promulgating Act, B.E. 2497 (1954).
6 Section 19/2 bis, Condominium Act, B.E. 2552 (1979) as amended in 2008.
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Pat took law at the University of Tasmania in Hobart, Australia. She completed her course and was awarded a Graduate Diploma of Legal Practice and subsequently admitted to the Supreme Court of Tasmania as a qualified Australian legal practitioner. Her language skills coupled with experience from her legal practice and work with Australia's Commonwealth Director of Public Prosecutions enable her to provide insight on the practical differences between Thai and foreign law. She writes more on Property and Commercial cases in Thailand.


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DNA Uncle - Aunt testing involves complicated methods of analysis. The number of participants required for the test depends on the degree of relationship (the degree of cousin relationship – cousinship) that needs to be determined, and 17 - 24 genetic markers are analyzed.
If both the participants are male (uncle-nephew) and the question is whether the uncle is brother of the child's father, then a Y chromosome DNA analysis can be performed in order to test the common paternal lineage.
If the alleged aunt/uncle is brother/sister of the child's mother, then a mtDNA analysis can be performed in order to test the common maternal lineage. The mtDNA analysis is recommended only when the nuclear DNA is not enough o of a bad quality.


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No party is complete without a signature drink (and every birthday girl should have one). This drink was born the moment I saw the kumquats at the store. Kumquats are an interesting little fruit that felt Moroccan to me at the time, so I went with it. They are similar to a tiny orange in some ways. The outside peel is bitter; the inside is a little sweet. It makes for a lovely entrance drink that set the tone for the night. And one I will make again.
Add all ingredients to the glass and swirl. Top with a dash of bitters.
The drinks I made were small, sampler sized. Adjust to your preference.
Slice the kumquats. Place everything in a pan over medium heat. Bring to just below a boil, cover and remove from heat. Let cool then strain. The longer you can keep the kumquats in the syrup the more flavorful it will be; try to muddle them a bit, too. This insures you'll get the most flavor out of them.
You will need an ice mold to actually make the round ball but you could use paper cups for a fun shape without the added expense of an ice mold. Just freeze water in cups and then peel away the paper.
To get the clearest ice, boil the water first and let cool covered. Fill your ice mold with flavors that will enhance the drink as it melts. For this Moroccan Punch I used lemon peel, mint, kumquats and clove.
Fat and Happy Food Blog Tips and Techniques: The dash of bitters really adds to this drink. It's important not to skip this ingredient.


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Julie was Director of Operations for BABTAC & CIBTAC from 2010 to 2013. Julie has been business partner to Debbie Moore for 25 years and worked with John Holman to develop training courses to enable salons and spas to welcome people with experience of cancer; with the full support of Penny Brohn Cancer Care.
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Debbie has been business partner to Julie Speed for 25 years and worked with John Holman to develop training courses to enable salons and spas to welcome people with experience of cancer; with the full support of Penny Brohn Cancer Care.
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'There were tears and there was laughter' - Reepham students open time capsules
Published: 9:55 AM February 20, 2018 Updated: 12:53 PM October 6, 2020
Reepham students opening their time capsules buried three years ago. Picture: Reepham High School - Credit: Archant
Students from a Norfolk school uncovered historical treasures from their own lives when they opened time capsules buried three years ago.
Students from Reepham High School sealed the time capsules on February 6, 2015, when they were studying a unit on time.
Inside the capsules they packed photographs, notes from friends, predictions and a letter written to their future selves, then sealed them and agree to reopen them three years later.
English teacher, Ros Thacker, said: 'There were tears, there was uproarious laughter and there was the need for quiet reflection as well.
'Childhood sweethearts had long since split up, height conscious boys had shot up and in some cases, loved ones mentioned in letters had passed away. When you're well into your adulthood, three years seems like nothing but when you're a young teenager, it's a good percentage of your life.'

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Q: Expression to use for somebody very lucky In Italian, to mean that somebody is very lucky, we say nato con la camicia (literally, "born with the shirt").
Is there an expression I could use in English that is more colorful than very lucky?

A: There is a phrase:
born under a lucky star
and also
born with a silver spoon in his mouth although this connotes more of being born wealthy (which is a pretty lucky thing to have happened) than just being straight lucky.

A: There are a number of expressions for someone who seems to have all the luck; for example, we might say he has all the luck. A perpetually fortunate person might also

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*lead a charmed life or blessed life. She lives as if under a magic spell that grants only good luck, or is looked with favor upon by God.

*have been born under a lucky star, or other astrological phenomena.

*be a lucky dog or lucky duck, informally. This expression is used both to say someone has enjoyed a recent string of good luck, and to say s/he lives with good luck in general. To tease enviously, one might say he's a lucky stiff, or in British English, a jammy bastard.

*have nine lives. Such a person has escape perilous, perhaps deadly situations on many occasions.

A: In British English, there's a great term for this:

He came off his motorcycle going at 70mph and walked away? That's awfully jammy
Dave won the lottery? That jammy sod.

(In this case the offensiveness of the term "sod" is offset by the term "jammy", but be careful when using it).
The phrase jammy in this context comes from a brand of biscuits in the UK called Jammy Dodgers, hence someone who is able to dodge bad events or is very lucky can be referred to as jammy. Generally the word jammy is applied as an adjective to an offensive noun, such as jammy bastard, jammy sod etc, but a less offensive (and less common) form is to use the original:

You woke up two hours late for your interview, caught the wrong bus, and were still there before the interviewer? You jammy dodger.

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The normal daily human activities include different levels of energy and strength needs, and this applies also for walking such that walking at high speeds needs more stiff muscles compared with walking slowly, and walking during carrying heavy loads or on inclined surfaces needs more energy than during doing the light housekeeping activities. For a healthy individual the human foot has already the ability to change its stiffness and to store and return a part of the elastic energy in a compliant structure of muscle fibres and series elastic elements. In the case of amputations in the lower limbs the amputated limbs are replaced with artificial limbs. A problem appears by this replacement that the new artificial limbs are designed to satisfy some described tasks and any change in these tasks or in the boundary conditions leads to an incompliance and unsatisfactory motion of the amputees. For example, the use of soft foot for walking at high speeds leads to a larger motion of the body centre of mass compared with walking at the preferred walking speed. In order to overcome these problems or reduce their effects, the need arises to design adaptive prostheses that have the ability to change their properties according to the surrounding conditions. This work has the goal to evaluate the usefulness of using adaptive elastic foot prosthesis, through the numerical modelling and simulation of the human gait of an above-knee amputee with an adaptive elastic foot. The body of the amputee is divided into a limited number of rigid bodies (segments) connected together by hinge joints. A two dimensional model of the human body is built from these segments using a commercial multibody simulation program. The initial conditions of the system, some of the body segments relative motions and forces are given as inputs in the model. In order to integrate the adaptive elastic foot in the rigid bodies system a numerical model of the foot is built using the finite element method and then reduced by static condensation. The reduced elastic model is then integrated in the rigid bodies' model of the human gait. This model is used to simulate the stance period of the human gait. Four parameters, the vertical ground reaction force (GRF), the body centre of mass (BCoM), the ankle joint moment and the hip joint rotation are considered as defining characteristics of the human gait. These characteristics are used in the evaluation of the model results and latterly in the evaluation of the adaptive foot usefulness. The simulation model is validated through comparison with experimental results of the human gait. The model shows good consistency with experimental results and can be further used in simulating the human gait using prosthetic feet with different mechanical properties and positions. Different prosthetic foot properties and walking conditions are studied for the adaptive elastic prosthetic foot. The stiffness of the foot sole is changed for normal walking on level and inclined surfaces and for fast walking on level surfaces. The changes in stiffness show changes in the vertical BCoM motion which improve the gait form for walking faster than the normal walking speed but show no significant changes on the other parameters. The ankle joint inclination is also changed for walking on uphill inclined surfaces; the results show that increasing the inclination angle reduces the vertical GRF and increases the horizontal motion of the BCoM and relatively the step size, which improves the uphill motion on inclined surfaces. Also designs of beam elements with changeable stiffness that could be used in an adaptive prosthetic foot's sole are considered. In this part two concepts are developed and studied theoretically then two models are manufactured and proved experimentally. The results show good changes in the stiffness of the models, then the first model consisting of two plates sliding one in the other shows experimentally a change of ± 8.5% in the stiffness and the second model consisting of two plates screwed together gives experimentally an average change of ±18% in the stiffness. Since these models are designed to be used as replacements for human limbs (where the available external energy sources are limited) attention was given to model a light weight system with minimum energy consumption for controlling and driving it. Also attention was given to design a system that could be used with the different commercially available prosthetic feet without the need to make large changes in the original models designs and sizes.


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Singaporean Composer-Conductor Darius Lim is the Founder and Artistic Director of the Voices of Singapore Choir Festival and the Music Director of the Voices of Singapore Choral Society. In the past decade, he has risen to prominence in the national and international music scene with more than 40 national and international awards that include Gold medals, 1st and 2nd Prizes, Category Champions, and other special prizes in both local and international choral and composition competitions. An internationally published composer (Edition Peters, Walton Music, Cypress Publishing, Pana Musica) and award-winning conductor, he is one of the most sought-after Singaporean choral composer-conductors working today, and is most known for his unique infusion of lyrical, dramatic, instrumental, and theatrical elements in both the choirs he directs as well as his choral music.
With a strong belief in instilling lifelong appreciation for choral music and promoting Singaporean music, Darius has carved a reputation as an advocate of choral music whose choirs and works inspire, engage, educate and entertain audiences around the world. He has given lectures on choral conducting at the Yong Siew Toh Conservatory of Music and the School of the Arts, Singapore. He has also given conducting and choir workshops in Asia, America and Europe.
The choral music of Darius Lim has inspired thousands of singers across the world. His music has been presented on some of the world's biggest international platforms such as the World Choir Games, World Youth Choir Festival (Austria), the Schubert International Sing'n'Joy Vienna, CEDROS Choral Festival (Spain), Hong Kong Music Festival, World Peace Choral Festival (Austria), Tokyo International Choir Competition, Grand Prix of Nations (Riga), ATKV National Choir Competition (South Africa), Taiwan National Music Competition, World Choral Expo (Macau), and the Choir & Organ Magazine (UK). His choral works have been performed by world-renowned choirs such as VOCES8, The Choir of Royal Holloway, Hong Kong Children's Choir, Leioa Kantika Koral, Diocesan Girls' Choir, and the University of North Texas Women's Choir just to name a few. His works have been performed in China, United States, Hong Kong, Australia, Japan, Spain, South Korea, Finland, Malaysia, Taiwan, Russia, Mexico, United Kingdom, South Africa, and The Philippines. His most popular work The Fire Dance of Luna which sold more than 30,000 copies has garnered critical acclaim and has won top prizes by choirs in international and national competitions around the world. Darius's work Puppet's Dream has also been presented the "Discovery of the Month" by legendary composer John Rutter. He is now published internationally by the world's top choral publishing companies Edition Peters Publications (London), Cypress Publications (Canada), and Walton Music Publications (America).
Lim's extensive work in the choral art includes chorus-mastering for Leonard Bernstein's Mass, Humperdinck's Hansel & Gretel, John Sharpley's Fences- An Opera in Two Acts, Aseanapol in Harmony, and Unity in Diversity. He has directed choruses for musicals like Phua Chu Kang The Musical and contemporary greats like Josh Groban for his inaugural Singapore Concert in 2019. He has held former posts as President of the Choral Directors' Association of Singapore, Associate Choirmaster of the Singapore Symphony Children's Choir and Music Director of the National University of Singapore Society Choir.
Choirs under Lim's direction have shared the stage with some of the world's most celebrated groups that include the Vienna Boys' Choir, Philomela (Finland), the Hong Kong Children's Choir, Berlin State Opera Children's Choir, Vox Nativa Children's Choir, and the University of London Chamber Choir. Youth and children's choirs under Lim's baton have been presented in numerous national events such as the Singapore Youth Festival Opening & Closing concerts, Singapore Youth Festival Presentations, Singapore Youth Festival Celebrations, Aseanapol in Harmony Celebrations and Singapore Youth Festival International Night.
An established concert pianist, Lim studied with Benjamin Loh and Yu Chun Yee . He has performed the Liszt Piano Concerto No.1 with the Braddell Heights Symphony Orchestra and has given numerous piano recitals in Asia. His awards include the Gold Prizes in the 2nd and 3rd International Piano Festival and Competition in South Korea, 1st Prize in the Cristofori Piano Competition, and the Silver Medalist of the 6th Asian Youth Music Competition (Open Category).
A former conducting student of BBC Choral Director Neil Ferris and Dr Sarah Tenant-Flowers, Darius Lim graduated from the Royal Welsh College of Music & Drama (UK) with a Masters in Choral Conducting (with Distinction). Most recently, Lim has been nominated to represent Singapore on the Asia Pacific Choir Council. He is currently a doctoral candidate at the Queensland Conservatorium of Music pursuing Doctor of Musical Arts.
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Adhesion of bituminous and cementitious materials using Particle-Probe Scanning Force Microscopy
Yujie Li, University of VermontFollow
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As the most important materials in civil engineering, bituminous and cementitious materials have been used widely in pavements and constructions for many years. Accurate determination of adhesion is important to the bonding properties of bituminous and cementitious materials. In this work, we presented a novel approach to measure the adhesion between binders and aggregate mineral particles at microscopic scale.
Particle probe scanning force microscopes (SFM) were used to study the adhesion between mineral microspheres representing the primary aggregate constituents (Al2O3, SiO2 and CaCO3) and various control (PG 64-22 and PG 58-22) and modified binders. Results showed that these modified SFM probes could effectively measure the adhesion between binders and aggregate minerals. Consistent adhesion measurements were obtained between different asphalt binders and aggregate mineral particles. Statistical analyses were performed to evaluate effects of different factors on the aggregate-modified binder adhesion, including aggregate constituents, binder types, modifier types and cantilever properties. Due to the stronger polarity of alumina particles, stronger interactions occur within alumina-binder pairs than within silica- and calcium carbonate-binder pairs. Meanwhile, morphologies of different modified binders clearly demonstrated microstructural variations in these binders.
The adhesion between steel and different cement hydrated products was measured using particle probe SFM. Adhesive forces are collected between steel microspheres and new (four-week old) and old (six-month old) cement in air and saturated lime water. Mixed Gaussian models were applied to predict phase distributions in the cement paste, i.e., low density C-S-H, high density C-S-H, CH, other hydrated products and the unreacted components. For new cement in saturated lime water, adhesive forces between steel and low density C-S-H, high density C-S-H and other hydrated products are intermediate among all groups selected. The adhesive forces between steel and calcium hydroxide are smallest, whereas the adhesive forces between steel and the unreacted phases are largest. For the six-month old cement, the interweaving of calcium carbonate crystals and C-S-H during the carbonation produces greater adhesive forces to steel, consistent with the adhesive forces between steel and the control calcium carbonate specimen. CH turned into calcium carbonate by reacting with carbon dioxide in air. An increase in adhesive forces was found between steel and calcium carbonate in the old cement than those between steel and CH in the new cement.
Particle probe SFM is able to measure the adhesion in bimaterials. For bituminous materials, this methodology provides opportunities to evaluate the effects of different processing methods and to generate quantitative information for the development of multi- scale asphalt mixture cracking models. For cementitious materials, these studies opened new avenues to study the interactions between steel and cement at microscale under a variety of environmental conditions and can be formulated as crack initiation and propagation criteria incorporated in multiscale models for reinforced concrete structures.
Li, Yujie, "Adhesion of bituminous and cementitious materials using Particle-Probe Scanning Force Microscopy" (2019). Graduate College Dissertations and Theses. 1014.
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Female beauty merging with the beauty of nature is vividly represented in this subtle embroidery. The force of gravity can be this beautiful – in the background, a waterfall is dropping, and in the foreground, her hair is falling.
Chris de Bode is drawn to dramatic stories of people, especially children. His photographic work was commissioned by several non-governmental organisations like Save the Children, Aids Funds/Stop Aids Now, MSF, Greenpeace, VSO, CARE, Oxfam, Cordaid and also several UN branches like UNFPA, UNHCR and WHO. He is also acknowledged author of documentary films. He has broad experience in mentoring workshops in several countries educating photographers on all levels focusing on story telling in pictures. A winner of first prize World Press Photo award. Born 1965 in the Netherlands.
Based on an exclusive licence agreement with Ercigoj, five of his best photographs were monumentalized in Ercigoj stitch technique. They encompass a wide range of motifs, from art to documentary photography. Each one is available in limited edition in different sizes. Each one comes with a Certificate of authenticity, hand signed by de Bode.


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Laurie Hope Beechman (April 14, 1953 – March 8, 1998) was an American singer. As a performer, she was known for her Broadway performances in Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, Cats, and Les Misérables. In addition to her Broadway work, she led a solo career as a cabaret performer and a recording artist. more »
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Mediated by Pedro Barateiro and Ricardo Valentim, Activity is a collaboratively created artist's book authored by multiple individuals. For over three years these contributors engaged in ongoing discussions around issues of collaboration, accountability, and democracy. The format of an artist's book was chosen as the vehicle for mapping their activity. As the impetus for the project was based primarily in conversation, they decided to employ "the dialogue" itself as the "medium," transforming this project from a mere publication into something more expansive.
With projects ranging from image-based dialogues to the production of social experiences, chain-letter style networks to outsourced interviews and email conversations, Activity gave total agency to the authors by providing them with a unique venue to demonstrate how their own personal practices relate to its themes.
Barateiro and Valentim's withdrawal from their positions as the book's authors enabled the shared authorship of all the participants. Unlike the typical artist's book, which usually functions as an extension of an individual artist's practice, Activity instead represents a collective artistic experience, effectively rethinking the role of the artist's book today.
The same concept has been extended to the format of the book launch, with New York based artists Alejandro Cesarco and Adam Pendleton invited. As Activity considers the book as a site of production, so the launch event will function in a similar manner, referencing the entire arena of action created by the project. Alejandro Cesarco is reprinting a letter by Christoph Keller to Roger Willems (originally published in Books Make Friends by Roma Publications, 2006) in the form of a bookmark. The letter is an inspirational text for anyone involved with book production or for those who simply love books. The bookmark will be distributed for free as a token of attendance at the launch. Adam Pendleton will stage a reading in 'no particular order' of some conversation passages in Activity, with the aim of creating a parallel conversation over the multiple voices present in the book.
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Welcome one, welcome all, welcome the one without a thought, and the ones who whisper curses under their breaths in lectures. I am new here; if you haven�t realized that I applaud myself for being able to fool you. As for writing, though, I�m not extremely new to that, though the aspect of writing for such a prestige audience such as yourselves makes me kind of wary of how I place this or that. Yeah, a nervous wreck I am, neh?
Well, to introduce myself, I am Mute Angel, haha, the irony that you wouldn�t understand. This is a form of how I write. Many thoughts within the actual writing cloud my word so that soon it doesn�t make any sense. I�m trying my best at keeping fragments out of my stories. I�ll get onto ideas for stories in a moment. I want to brag a bit, I don�t usually get to do that, and I shouldn�t be doing it now but I�ll do it anyway.
I�ve taken classes on non-fiction, poetry, fiction, and script writing. I�ve written several two hundred page manuscripts. I�ve never been published. I don�t think I�ll ever be published. I work on my school newsletter. I work on my school�s website/literary blog.
Now for what I�m useless at: Everything. Isn�t that sad? Confidence drops into the waves and screams as it floats farther away from me. I can�t swim. Nor can it. This makes it completely difficult. Why can�t I have plot bunnies like some of you? I want those, can I have some, please? Just put them right in front of me, I�ll love you for it, haha.
I laugh way more than I actually should, just so you know that.
Right now, I�m working on multiple things. For this site I want to publish two stories. One is Switchblade and another is Armored Night Mares, but who knows how far that will go?
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DreamCloud vs. Saatva Mattress Comparison
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DreamCloud and Saatva are two popular direct-to-consumer mattress manufacturers. Both companies manufacture high-quality mattresses that are sold directly to consumers over the internet.
If you're comparing DreamCloud vs Saatva, there is a lot to consider. First off, Saatva offers several models, and multiple configurations of each model. So, you must first narrow down your options by choosing the right Saatva model for you. For many, that's the Saatva Classic. Other models from the brand include the Saatva HD designed for people who weigh more than 230 pounds, the eco-friendly Saatva Latex Hybrid, and the reversible Saatva Youth for kids.
DreamCloud produces two mattresses, the flagship DreamCloud Luxury Hybrid – also known simply as the DreamCloud – and the DreamCloud Premier, which is also a hybrid. Both of these mattresses can be compared to the Saatva Classic, though there are some differences to consider. Customers should base their decision on factors such as preferred firmness level and mattress shopping budget.
In the guide below, we'll take a close look at each model from both DreamCloud and Saatva. We'll compare constructions, performance, price points, warranty coverage, and everything else you need to know to make an informed decision.
Check Price on DreamCloudSleep.com
Check Price on Saatva.com
Price Range (Queen)
Firmness Options
Medium Firm (6)
Soft (3), Medium Firm (6), Firm (7-8)
Standout Features
Durable design with lifetime warranty
Luxury cashmere blend cover
Good cooling due to hybrid design and gel-infused memory foam
A unique dual-layer innerspring hybrid
Zoned support system provides extra support where it's needed most
Individually wrapped coils for a responsive feel
Saatva HD
Saatva Latex Hybrid
Saatva Youth
Sleep Trial & Warranty
12-year non-prorated warranty (Saatva Youth)
15-year non-prorated warranty (Saatva Classic and Saatva Latex Hybrid)
20-year non-prorated warranty (Saatva HD)
Get $200 off a DreamCloud Mattress, no code necessary.
Get $200 off when you spend $1,000 or more at Saatva.com
Sizing and Weight Options
Picking the right mattress size is nearly as important as picking the right mattress model. Smaller sizes offer a more economical option, but can feel cramped. Likewise, larger sizes feel spacious and luxurious, but are both more expensive and more difficult to transport.
A mattress's height and weight are also worth considering. Weight may influence the type of frame that is best to use, and will certainly change how easy the mattress is to move. Height can affect how a mattress looks and feels, and how well it fits with various bed frames.
14" Twin, Twin XL, Full, Queen, King, California King
11.5 Twin, Twin XL, Full, Queen, King, Split King, California King, Split Cal King
15.5" Twin, Twin XL, Full, Queen, King, California King, Split King
13" Twin, Twin XL, Full, Queen, King, California King, Split King
10" Twin, Twin XL, Full
If you're comparing DreamCloud vs. Saatva, there are a few things to consider. DreamCloud offers two hybrid mattresses, the DreamCloud Luxury Hybrid Mattress (aka the DreamCloud) and the DreamCloud Premier. Both offer similar medium firm feels. These models are available in the six standard mattress sizes, but DreamCloud does not offer split size options for couples with adjustable bed bases.
Saatva offers three mattresses designed for adults: the Saatva Classic, Saatva HD, and Saatva Latex Hybrid. All three of these models are available in the six standard mattress sizes, as well as split kings; additionally, the Saatva Classic is available in a split California king. Saatva also offers the Saatva Youth, a reversible innerspring intended for children. This model is available in twin, twin XL, and full sizes only.
The Saatva Classic is available in a few different configurations. Shoppers can choose between a soft, medium firm, or firm feel for their mattress. The mattress is also offered with an 11.5-inch or 14.5-inch profile; the taller option features a thicker support core. Considering these customizable features, the Saatva Classic offers more options than either DreamCloud model.
Other Saatva models are available in one firmness only. The Saatva HD is designed for people who weigh at least 230 pounds. This model is quite firm and stable thanks to its robust comfort and support layers. Shoppers in this weight group may want to consider the Saatva HD. The Saatva Latex Hybrid is medium firm, so it will not feel as firm as the Saatva HD, but this is another mattress that delivers strong support for people who weigh more than 230 pounds.
Construction and Materials Comparison
The design of each mattress model, as well as the materials used in its construction, will have a significant impact on the bed's comfort, durability, and support. Below, we compare the construction of each model from DreamCloud and Saatva.
Before we get started, it's helpful to understand the main differences between the different types of mattresses:
Hybrid mattresses use a mix of traditional metal coils and modern foam materials. Hybrids are versatile mattresses, offering the cushy comfort of foams and other materials with the deep support of coils.
Innerspring mattresses use metal coils, plush materials and sometimes thin layers of transition foam. They are in many cases a simpler, more affordable option. However, the Saatva Classic, Saatva's flagship model, is an advanced innerspring that rivals high-quality hybrids, both in performance and price-point.
Next, let's explore the specific construction of each model from these two mattress manufacturers:
The DreamCloud is a hybrid mattress made with:
Quilted cashmere-blend cover
Euro-top cushioned with 1.5″ of memory foam
Gel-infused memory foam comfort layer
Polyfoam transitional layer
Pocketed coil support core
High-density polyfoam base layer
The DreamCloud is a luxury hybrid featuring premium memory foam, supportive pocketed coils, and a cashmere-blend Euro-top padded with additional memory foam. It's designed for supportive comfort that's well-suited to a variety of sleep styles and comfort preferences. It's available in just one option: "Luxury Firm", which our testing rates at around a 6 out of 10 on the firmness scale.
As a hybrid, the DreamCloud combines many of the positive features of innerspring and all-foam mattresses. Its support core is made up of individually pocketed metal coils. Because the coils are wrapped individually in fabric, they are able to move independently from one another. This allows for excellent contouring and conforming, while maintaining solid support.
Memory foam quilted into the cover creates a plush surface for the DreamCloud, creating a "body-hugging" feel characteristic of this material. The comfort layer of gel-infused memory foam also contours while drawing heat away from the body to help you sleep cool.
The DreamCloud is offered at a very approachable price-point. Despite offering many of the features of luxury mattresses, it's priced well below the industry average. It's also backed by a lifetime warranty, which adds significant value.
The DreamCloud Premier is a hybrid mattress made with:
As you can see, the DreamCloud Premier's design is quite similar to the DreamCloud's. One key difference is Euro-top construction. The DreamCloud Premier's Euro-top is padded with an additional inch of memory foam, so the surface is even plusher compared to the DreamCloud's. That said, the DreamCloud Premier is also considered medium firm (6).
Other components are the same for both beds. These include the cashmere-blend cover, gel-infused memory foam comfort layer, polyfoam transitional layer, and pocketed coil support core reinforced with high-density base foam. Due to their comparable components and feels, both DreamCloud mattresses have earned comparable ratings across all performance categories.
The DreamCloud measures 14 inches thick. Thanks to the additional memory foam padding, the DreamCloud Premier is 15 inches thick. Both are considered high-profile models. Buyers may need to purchase new sheets for their DreamCloud or DreamCloud Premier, as some bedding sets include fitted sheets that do not offer enough pocket depth.
The DreamCloud Premier costs more than the DreamCloud but its price-point is still reasonable compared to the average hybrid model. It also comes with a lifetime warranty.
The Saatva Classic is an innerspring mattress made with:
Organic cotton cover
Eurotop with polyfoam, fiber and Dacron sewn-in
Memory foam lumbar pad
4" foam-encased, 14.5-gauge pocketed coils
Fiber pad
Hourglass coil (4" or 7", depending on configuration) support core
The Saatva Classic is the flagship product in Saatva's diverse lineup of beds. It's an innerspring mattress, but its design is significantly more advanced than typical innersprings. The Saatva Classic utilizes a hybrid innerspring design, with two distinct layers of metal coils.
The support core consists of hourglass coils, in a layer that is either 4 or 7 inches thick, depending on your preferences. This layer provides the deep compression support, and gives the mattress its overall structure.
A thinner, 4-inch layer of foam-encased coils provides a more responsive and conforming feel. The coils are all individually pocketed and able to move independently from one another, adding to this bed's responsive performance.
Unlike the DreamCloud, the Saatva Classic is available in several different configurations. Customers will have a choice of soft, medium, and firm versions, which measure at about 3, 6 or 7.5 out of 10 on the firmness scale. Additionally, two height options are available: 11.5 inches, or 14.5 inches. Each height configuration feels identical, so this is mostly a height and aesthetic choice.
The Saatva HD is a luxury hybrid made with:
Organic cotton quilted pillow top
1.5" Talalay latex zoned comfort layer
1.5" memory foam comfort layer
2" polyfoam transition layer
Polyfoam-encased, offset coil support core
The Saatva HD is a luxury hybrid innerspring mattress that's designed for heavier people. It's engineered to provide the deep support needed for sleepers weighing between 300 and 500 pounds. It combines plush upper layers with a high-durability coil base, for both cushy comfort and deep compression support. Talalay latex is used to provide extra bounce and responsiveness, while also helping to keep the bed cooler at night.
The Saatva HD is significantly more expensive than their other models. However, it's tailor-made for a specific audience: heavier sleepers who want to invest in a durable, high-quality mattress.
The Saatva Latex Hybrid is made with:
GOTS-certified organic cotton cover
GOTS-certified organic wool fire barrier
3″ ventilated Talalay latex
8″ zoned pocketed coils (14.5-gauge perimeter, 13.75-gauge interior)
Organic "Eco Loft" pad
The Saatva Latex Hybrid boasts an eco-friendly design. Its components include an organic cotton cover and an organic wool fire barrier, both of which have earned certification from the Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS). These materials also promote breathability and wick away moisture to help the surface feel cool.
The mattress also includes a 3-inch comfort layer of Talalay latex. This material conforms evenly to the body much like memory foam, but it is also more responsive and won't "hug" as closely. The latex is ventilated with small holes for added airflow near the surface. Talalay latex is exceptionally durable, as well.
The Saatva Latex Hybrid's support core consists of 8-inch pocketed coils over an organic Eco Loft pad. The coil system is zoned. Thicker 14.5-gauge coils are positioned around the perimeter to minimize sinkage when you get in and out of bed, while thinner, gentler 13.75-gauge coils make up the interior. The Eco Loft pad offers additional reinforcement for the coils.
The Saatva Latex Hybrid offers a medium firm (6) feel, which delivers comfortable cushioning for sleepers who weigh between 130 and 230 pounds, while its robust support system ensures adequate reinforcement for people who weigh more than 230 pounds. Altogether it measures 13 inches thick. The Saatva Latex Hybrid's price-point is on par with the average hybrid model's.
The Saatva Youth is a flippable innerspring mattress made with:
5-zone polyfoam (side 1)
Convoluted HD polyfoam (side 2)
Reversible bonnell coil support core
The Saatva Youth is a dual-sided innerspring mattress that's designed to meet the needs of growing children. It's available in twin, twin XL and full sizes. Its design is fully reversible, so your child can sleep on either side of the mattress. The dual-sided design is meant to help provide optimal support for children of all ages. Side 1 is designed for children ages three and up, while side 2 is better suited to children ages 8 and up.
Beyond its dual-sided design, the Saatva Youth has several features implemented with children in mind. A water-resistant finish and internal waterproof barrier protect the mattress against spills and accidents, while making cleaning easier. An organic cotton cover offers hypoallergenic and antimicrobial properties. The foams used are guaranteed to be free of harmful chemicals, so you can rest assured knowing that your child is sleeping on a comfortable and safe mattress.
Checking customer reviews can be a great way to help evaluate any new product. It's particularly important for major purchases like a new mattress. Reading customer reviews and looking at average ratings gives you a great birds-eye view of what hundreds of people think about the product.
While we do recommend looking at customer reviews before buying a new mattress, keep in mind that mattress reviews should be taken with a grain of salt. Every person has different preferences when it comes to comfort, so a mattress that is perfect for one person may be a poor fit for someone else. For this reason, it's more helpful to look at the average rating for mattresses, rather than focusing too hard on specific reviews.
Beyond customer reviews, it's also a good practice to look at how each company is rated. To do this, you can check each manufacturer's rating with the Better Business Bureau (BBB) and other similar organizations. For your convenience, we have compiled ratings for both DreamCloud and Saatva below.
DreamCloud Mattress 4.6/5
DreamCloud Premier 4.6/5
Saatva Mattress 4.9/5
Saatva HD 4.9/5
Saatva Latex Hybrid -
Saatva Youth -
In-Depth Ratings
At first glance, many mattresses seem quite similar. However, on closer examination, key differences in materials, construction, features, and performance can be distinguished. Each of these factors are very important to the sleeper's overall experience with a new mattress, and each should be closely considered. In this section, we will take a look at the main factors that contribute to a mattress' overall performance, comfort, and value.
Durability: Durability ratings refer to how well a mattress will hold up over time, and what its expected lifespan might be. During normal use, mattresses are put under significant strain. Supporting our bodies for 8 hours a night will take a toll on even the most high-quality mattresses. Most beds will last 5-10 years or so before they may need replacement. However, poorly constructed beds with cheaper materials may wear out far sooner than that. Durability plays a key role in a mattress' longevity, and also its performance and comfort over time. A mattress could feel very comfortable and supportive on day one, but if it lacks a durable and well-designed construction, it could degrade rapidly and be far less comfortable within a few years.
Motion Isolation: Motion isolation refers to how well a mattress keeps motion from one person from disturbing the opposite side of the bed. For couples, or parents who share their bed with a child, motion isolation is an important factor. Beds with good motion isolation will make it easier to change positions, or get in and out of bed without disturbing your sleeping partner. Beds utilising foam materials tend to perform well in this category, while innerspring and hybrid mattresses may transfer more motion.
Sex: For couples, how a mattress feels during sex is something to consider. There are many factors that contribute to a mattress' performance in this category, but some key components are support, bounce, cooling and edge support. Choosing an appropriate firmness level is also important. Beds that are too soft tend to sink in too much, restricting movement during sex. Likewise, very firm mattresses may feel uncomfortable. Typically, hybrid or all-foam mattresses with moderate firmness levels tend to perform best for couples.
Temperature Neutrality: Temperature neutrality is a measure of how well a bed maintains a comfortable sleeping temperature. For those living in warm climates, or anyone who tends to sleep hot at night, this can be a very important factor. Some foam materials, like traditional memory foam, tend to trap body heat, leading to an uncomfortably warm sleeping experience. Thankfully, many manufacturers now use more advanced foams that have cooling properties built-in. Hybrid and innerspring mattresses also tend to perform better in this category, due to the increased airflow they allow for.
Pressure Relief: Pressure relief is a measure of how well a bed distributes the impact of body weight throughout the mattress, reducing excessive pressure on common problem areas. Beds that are too soft or have poor pressure relief performance will often place too much pressure on the shoulders, hips, and lower back. Mattresses with good pressure relief will display a good balance of conforming and support. This helps alleviate pressure in problem areas, while still maintaining the strong support needed for proper spinal alignment.
Off-gassing: For several days after initial set-up, most mattresses will release some odors. This is a result of so-called "off-gassing," a process during which volatile organic compounds that are trapped in the foam materials are released. This can result in an unpleasant, chemical-like odor. Most modern mattresses will off-gas to some extent, but the duration and severity of the odors will depend on the materials that the manufacturer uses. Most of these odors come from the foam materials, so innerspring beds will off-gas less than all-foam models.
Ease of Movement: Ease of movement is a measure of how even the surface of the mattress feels, and how easy it is to change positions. Excessively soft mattresses tend to have poor ease of movement, because the body sinks into them further. Firmer beds with a more responsive, bouncy feel will tend to have better ease of movement. This factor is important for those with limited mobility, and for couples concerned with their mattress' performance during sex.
Edge Support: Edge support refers to how much a mattress sags when pressure is applied around the outer perimeter of the bed. A bed's degree of edge support is most noticeable when you're sitting on the edge of the mattress, sleeping near the edge, or getting in and out of bed. The biggest impact on the performance of a mattress in this category is the material that is used for the support core of the bed. Hybrid and innerspring mattresses tend to score well, while all-foam models usually have less edge support.
Firmness Medium Firm (6) Medium Firm (6)
Durability 3/5 3/5
Motion Isolation 3/5 3/5
Sex 4/5 4/5
Sleeps Cool 4/5 4/5
Pressure Relief 4/5 5/5
Off-Gassing 3/5 3/5
Ease of Movement 4/5 4/5
Edge Support 3/5 3/5
Firmness Soft (2-3), Medium Firm (6), Firm (7-8) Firm (7) Medium Firm (6) Medium Firm (6), Firm (7)
Durability 3/5 4/5 5/5 4/5
Motion Isolation 2/5 3/5 3/5 3/5
Sex 4/5 4/5 4/5 -
Sleeps Cool 4/5 5/5 4/5 4/5
Pressure Relief 4/5 3/5 3/5 3/5
Off-Gassing 5/5 4/5 3/5 4/5
Ease of Movement 4/5 4/5 2/5 4/5
Edge Support 4/5 4/5 4/5 5/5
Prices and Sizing
A new mattress is a major purchase, and the price point of each model will be an important consideration for most buyers. You don't want to cut corners when it comes to mattresses, but that doesn't mean you need to overpay, either. For a high-quality queen mattress, you can typically expect to pay around $1,500 to $2,000 – but there are models available for as little as a few hundred, and as much as $3,000+.
The pricing of various mattress models depends on a variety of factors. The biggest variables are the mattress type (innerspring, hybrid, or all-foam), the quality of the materials and craftsmanship, and any unique features that the mattress offers. Generally speaking, all-foam and innerspring beds are typically the least expensive, while hybrids cost more. Secondary factors like the warranty, return policy, or shipping costs can also impact the purchase price.
The table below summarizes the price points of each model from both DreamCloud and Saatva.
Twin $799 $899
Twin XL $899 $1,099
Full $999 $1,299
Queen $1099 $1,399
King $1299 $1,599
California King $1299 $1,599
Split King - -
Split California King - -
Twin $799 $1499 $1,099 $699
Twin XL $999 $1699 $1,249 $799
Full $1,299 $1999 $1,599 $899
Queen $1,399 $2599 $1,799 -
King $1,799 $2899 $2,199 -
California King $1,799 $2899 $2,199 -
Split King $1,999 $3298 $2,499 -
Split California King $1,999 - - -
The DreamCloud models are on par with the Saatva Classic in terms of cost, as well as construction and overall performance. All three carry reasonable price-points compared to average hybrid and innerspring models from online mattress brands.
The Saatva Latex Hybrid costs a bit more, but its price-point is still in line with the average hybrid model. The Saatva HD is the brand's most expensive mattress. Its sticker price is above-average for a hybrid.
Trials, Warranty, and Delivery
365 nights
Sleep Trial & Returns
Lifetime warranty Free shipping to contiguous US
15 Year, Limited Free White Glove delivery to contiguous U.S.
DreamCloud and Saatva both offer free shipping within the contiguous U.S. DreamCloud customers in Alaska, Hawaii, and Guam must pay additional delivery charges. Saatva does not offer shipping to these locations, but in some cases they can help customers coordinate their mattress delivery with local couriers.
Saatva offers free White Glove delivery, meaning they send people to your home to complete an in-home delivery and set-up.
DreamCloud uses ground shipping services, so the mattress will ship compressed in a box, and will need to be set up by the purchaser. Shipping time for both companies depends on your location, but most orders will arrive within 7 to 10 business days.
Returns are allowed by both companies, during their "sleep trial" periods.
DreamCloud offers a full year sleep trial, so you can return the mattress at any point during the first 365 days. However, they require a mandatory 30-day break-in period, to allow for adequate time to really evaluate the mattress. There are no return costs or fees from DreamCloud.
Saatva offers returns during their 180-day sleep trial. There is no mandatory break-in period. Saatva will coordinate a pickup of the mattress. There is a $99 return fee, however, to cover the costs of transportation.
Both companies will typically work to donate returned mattresses to local charities, whenever possible.
Both Saatva and DreamCloud offer warranties on their mattresses. These manufacturer warranties are intended to protect consumers from damage to their mattresses due to a manufacturer defect. In other words, these warranties cover damage that is caused by errors in craftsmanship, faulty materials, and the like, but do not cover damage caused by normal wear-and-tear or accidents. The warranties come with the mattress, so you do not have to pay for them separately. There may be fees associated with actually making a warranty claim, however.
DreamCloud offers a lifetime warranty on their flagship mattress. For the first 10 years, the mattress will be replaced at no cost. After 10 years, the mattress will be repaired or replaced, but the customer may be responsible for shipping costs of $50 each way. If a covered defect is detected and the warranty claim verified, this shipping cost will be refunded to the customer.
Saatva offers a 12-year warranty for the Saatva Youth; a 15-year warranty for the Saatva Classic and Saatva Latex Hybrid; and a 20-year warranty for the Saatva HD. For the first two years, Saatva will repair or replace any defective mattress at no extra charge to the owner. Beginning in the third year, Saatva charges a transportation fee of $99 each way; otherwise, repairs and replacements are still free.
In addition to the standard warranty, Saatva offers the 'Fairness Replacement Option' for all mattresses. Under this coverage option, repairs and replacements are still free for the first two years. Beginning in the third year, you can replace your mattress if it develops a defect by paying a certain percentage of the original sticker price. This percentage depends on how long you've owned the mattress, and will range from 40% to 80%. You'll also get to keep the damaged mattress in addition to its replacement.


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But setting atribute class "table sortable" in the new window, does not take efect...
in the parent windows, it shows perfect with this class, but not in new window.
The table appears as text plain and its bad..
How can I keep the class of table in the new window?
thank you and excuse my english
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sortable is a js that makes table sortable by columns
table is a css that its loaded by:
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A: Setting the class attribute isn't sufficient. You'll need to define those classes in the new window's document. i.e. include the stylesheets defining those as well. Suppose the CSS classes table and sortable are defined in styles.css, you'll need to do the following:
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A quiet week for rigs counts.
The appetite to add rigs seems to be waning.
We have added a new section on shale oil production from the EIA's monthly Drilling Productivity Report (DPR), to compare rig counts to production gains.
As with the rig counts, the DPR indicates that plays outside the Permian have added minimal volumes since last November.
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By Stacey Leasca
In April, when Barbara Bush died at the age of 92, the country collectively came together to grieve the loss of one of the most popular first ladies in history. But, perhaps no one mourned the loss more than those closest to her, including her personal secret service agents who stood by her side for years.
Following her death, several agents shared stories of the former first lady's incredible kindness and generosity. But, most telling of all, they also shared her endearing and rather meaningful secret service code name.
"As a special agent with the United States Secret Service, I had the opportunity to work on many protective assignments with Mrs. Bush," Jonathan Wackrow, a former secret service agent, shared with CNN. Wackrow went on to share a personal story about his time protecting the Bushes at their summer home in Kennebunkport, Maine. There, he happened to run into the first lady on the grounds of the home in the early morning hours. She simply looked at Wackrow and said, "Well, it is good morning for me, but it looks like you have been up all night, so I will wish you a good night's sleep."
According to Wackrow, "She was the first Secret Service protectee I had ever spoken to. That encounter is only one of scores of examples my fellow agents could give of the genuine admiration and respect Barbara Bush showed to the people who protected her and her family — and her recognition of the sacrifices the agents made for the presidential security operation."
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"Typically, this was not the way that the former first lady liked to travel, as it drew undue attention," he wrote. "However, in this instance – with her husband's presidency behind her -- she was thrilled."
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So really, reading these stories and more, it's no surprise then that the Secret Service gave her the code name "Tranquility."
"It exemplified her demeanor and its calming, humanizing and gentle effect on those around her," Wackrow wrote. "She will be forever missed."
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The update will arrive on April 30th.
The team from Sea of Thieves announced the details of their "mega update" today – now officially called the Anniversary Update.
As well as The Arena (most of the details of which we've know since it was announced) the video, announcement and promo page give us some more details about things we know, and tip us off to some new things.
Tall Tales – Shores of Gold introduces a new epic storyline to the world of Sea of Thieves, delving deeper into the lore of our favourite pirate paradise. Follow a series of narrative adventures surrounding existing and all-new characters, taking you to undiscovered places and revealing surprising new gameplay features.
In the Tall Tales section of the trailer we also see some puzzling or riddle-solving in the form of a dynamic constellation, as well as some traps in action. And on the deck of the ship in another segment we see a female pirate holding a book. Mike Chapman seems pumped for these new quests and expanded lore.
While observers and fans have suggested a trading company or merchant to sell fish and sharks and the like, we'd not previously heard any rumblings of a fifth(!) trading company. This is a welcome surprise. The dev team have previously mentioned you only need to level up 3 of the 4 (at the time) announced trading companies with the addition of the Sea Dogs from The Arena. We assume that's still the case and pirates now have a wide range of play styles to follow through all the way to legend! In the image above, Merrick's fishing rod looks different to those in the trailer, so here's hoping for some fun cosmetic variants!
Luckily more questions will be answered as the dev team embarks on a series of live streams focused on several of the new features and systems coming to the Anniversary Update.
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«Жизнь с Луи» () — американский мультипликационный сериал, основанный на детстве комика Луи Андерсона и его жизни с семьёй в Висконсине. Каждая серия предварялась выступлением самого Луи Андерсона, также комментирующим повествование.

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 Луи Андерсон — главный герой мультсериала, живущий в штате Висконсин в маленьком городе Сидер-Нолл. Луи 8 лет (в третьем сезоне — 9); он проживает в частном доме со своими родителями, а также многочисленными братьями и сёстрами. На протяжении всего сериала Луи влюблён в Джинни, свою подругу и одноклассницу. Воспитывал собаку-поводыря для слепых; до неё купил рыбку и дал ей имя Перец. Учится в начальной школе. К нему пристаёт местный задира Глен Гленн. Болеет за футбольную команду «Пекерс». Смотрит на жизнь взрослыми глазами, очень впечатлителен и чувствителен; имеет аллергию на злаки. Любит читать комиксы и смотреть сериал про «пса правосудия» — «Ночную Ищейку»; также очень любит есть пончики и ненавидит спорт, о чём открыто заявляет в одном из эпизодов, хотя в другом эпизоде выясняется, что Луи имеет талант к игре в баскетбол; также Луи, как и его отец, имеет талант к игре в шахматы. Луи невысокого роста, полного телосложения, блондин. Носит поло с короткими рукавами (в каждой серии — разного цвета) и коричневые шорты; зимой носит красный свитер и серые брюки, а когда выходит на улицу — синюю шубу, в которой не может опустить руки. Луи очень добродушный и любознательный мальчик, любит своих родных и друзей.

Семья Луи Андерсона
 Энди Андерсон — юмористично грубый и любящий похвастаться отец Луи, имеющий 6 сыновей и 5 дочерей. Имеет привязанность к своей машине марки «Ремблер». Трудоголик, не любит признавать своих ошибок. Не может сдержать своих эмоций, от чего его спасает жена — Ора Андерсон. Ветеран Второй мировой войны , поэтому имеет военные издержки и постоянно вспоминает военные годы, часто приукрашивая события в своих рассказах, которые Луи приходится выслушивать чуть ли ни каждый день. Энди любит поорать и повозмущаться, но на самом деле человек он очень добрый и любящий. Лично знаком с Дуайтом Эйзенхауэром и Винсом Ломбарди. Не любит Генриету Шерманн — тёщу (бабушку Луи), а также соседа Йенсена. Работает на тракторном заводе Джона Доу. Второе имя — Мортимер, которое держит в секрете. У Энди есть брат Эрик. Любимые фразы: «Я всё слышал!» и «Когда я был на войне…». Энди высокого роста, имеет довольно большой живот, носит очки в роговой оправе, рубашку с короткими рукавами (зимой — с длинными) и брюки, а зимой — зелёную куртку и шапку с козырьком.
 Ора Андерсон (до замужества — Шерманн) — Мать Луи. Отличный повар и домохозяйка; доброжелательная по отношению ко всем и милая. Всегда поможет советом в трудной ситуации и помогает Энди сдерживать эмоции, когда он заходит слишком далеко. На удивление хорошо играет в бейсбол: вызвано это тем, что родом она из Восточной Европы и «в детстве с братьями играла в лапту». Родила 6 сыновей и 5 дочерей. У неё есть брат Сэм. Ора невысокого роста; полноватая, что, впрочем, ей «подходит»; имеет причёску «каре». Носит синюю рубашку без рукавов и шорты. Зимой надевает коричневые кардиган и брюки.
 Томми Андерсон — младший брат Луи, ему 5 лет. Луи иногда подшучивает и пугает малыша, но всё равно очень любит и часто заботится о нём, когда родителей нет поблизости. У Томми тёмно-рыжие волосы; он тоже плотного телосложения, как и Луи. Носит белую рубашку с короткими рукавами и шорты, зимой — зелёный свитер и брюки. Несмотря на юный возраст, довольно самостоятельный и смелый, что доказывает в эпизодах «Лето моих разочарований» и «Уикенд на лыжах».
 Генриетта Шерманн — бабушка Луи и мать Оры Андерсон, умершая в последней серии второго сезона. Любила лишний раз немного подшутить над Энди Андерсоном, а также горячо любила своих внуков Луи и Томми. Хорошо катается на коньках.
 Сид, Джон, Дэнни и Питер Андерсоны — старшие братья Луи. Сид живет отдельно от родителей.
 Лора, Кэрол, Чарли, Джули Андерсоны — старшие сёстры Луи.
 Хельга Андерсон — мать Энди Андерсона. Готовит ужасные кексы, которые Энди однажды использовал как блины для штанги. Занимается тяжёлой атлетикой, но, в основном, прикидывается слабой старушкой. Обожает своего второго сына Эрика и постоянно напоминает Энди о сломанном кресле-качалке.
 Эрик Андерсон — дядя Луи и родной брат Энди. Обеспеченный и удачливый, имеет жену и двоих детей. Появился в сериях «Семейное фото» и «Проект: День матери».
 Сэм Шерманн — брат Оры Андерсон. Семьи нет, в армии не служил. Очень богатый, за что его и не любит Энди. Появился в серии «Четвёртый четверг ноября». Прилетел на День Благодарения на собственном самолёте.

Друзья и одноклассники Луи
 Джинни Харпер — одноклассница и подруга Луи, в которую он влюблён, хотя и стесняется этого. Однажды Луи поцеловал её на школьном спектакле «Спящая красавица», что, однако, очень боялся сделать и не решался до дня выступления. Часто защищает Луи от нападок Глен Гленна. Джинни худая, высокая, у неё пышные, но не длинные волосы. Носит серую футболку и шорты.
 Майкл Грюнвальд — одноклассник и лучший друг Луи, который часто подшучивает над ним. По словам Луи, они родились в одной больничной палате. Высокого роста, худой, имеет длинные волосы. Носит коричневую футболку и светлые брюки.
 Карапет Лазани (в оригинале — Тоддлер Тоболински) — ещё один друг и одноклассник Луи. Часто появляется в компании с Джинни и Грюнвальдом. Ростом с Луи, плотного телосложения, имеет тёмные волосы. Носит жёлтую футболку и шорты.
 Глен Гленн — задира и главный хулиган Сидер-Нолла. Особенно туго приходится от него Луи, с которым он враждует, однако в нескольких сериях они ненадолго становились друзьями. Любимый приём против Луи — тереть его голову двумя пальцами, что Глен называет «временем для чесалки». Очень толстый и высокий, имеет светлые волосы и редкие зубы. Носит футболку с оторванными рукавами и серые спортивные штаны. Боится темноты; имеет собаку, которая, как он говорит, «учится на убийцу».
 Крэйг Эрик и Пол Джордж — хулиганы и друзья Глен Гленна. Крэйг — невысокий и плотный, носит необычную причёску; Пол — более высокий, худой и веснушчатый.
 Шон — новенький в классе Луи, появившийся в серии «Опус мистера Андерсона». Играет на саксофоне. Джинни влюбилась в него, что вызвало ревность самого Луи и заставило его начать играть на тубе.
 Мелвины (одного из них зовут Франклин, но «все называют его Мелвином») — неразлучная троица «ботаников». Являются объектами издевательств хулиганов во главе с Глен Гленном. Хорошо играют в шахматы, и в серии «Гроссмейстер в маске» к ним примыкает Луи, быстро всему учится и обыгрывает их за секунды.
 Тико (настоящее имя — Рассел) — одноклассник и близкий друг Луи, лучший спортсмен школы. Во всём поддерживает Луи и не даёт его в обиду Глен Гленну. Долго скрывал от друзей, что является сиротой и живёт в приюте, но Луи нисколько этому не удивился, и Рождество Тико провёл в семье Андерсонов.

Преподаватели
 Мистер Ламберт — классный руководитель Луи Андерсона и его друзей. Представляет собой типаж скучного педагога-зануды. Во время войны преподавал гигиену.
 Тренер Рокуэлл — учитель физкультуры в школе, где учится Луи. Постоянно получает увечья, чаще всего — по вине Луи. Любимая фраза «Андерсон, три круга!».
 Мисс Хэллоран — директор школы, где учится Луи. Строга и требовательна. Постоянно рекомендует прочесть написанные ей книги.
 Мистер Моррини — учитель музыки. Говорит с акцентом. Учил Луи играть на тубе в серии «Опус мистера Андерсона».
 Мисс Робертсон — молодая учительница, заменявшая заболевшего мистера Ламберта. Появилась в серии «Практикантка». Весь класс (в том числе и Луи) сразу же полюбил её. Благодаря практикантке Луи проникся любовью к поэзии Шекспира. В конце серии мисс Робертсон, по совету Энди, переходит работать в военную академию, чему она была очень рада.

Соседи Андерсонов
 Миссис Стиллмэн — соседка семьи Андерсонов по улице, вдова. Доброжелательная и милая старушка. Посещает синагогу.
 Эрл Грюнвальд — лучший друг и сослуживец Энди, отец Майкла. Китти — его жена и подруга Оры.
 Нортон Йенсен — отец семейства Йенсенов, новых соседей Андерсонов. Родом из Индии. Сдержан и тактичен. Работает патологоанатомом. Не сходится в некоторых взглядах с Энди Андерсоном, из-за чего между ними возникает иногда ссора, однако, в отличие от Энди, Нортон успешен и иногда выигрывает в городских конкурсах. У него есть жена и сын Скотт, который учится с Луи в одном классе.
 Гас Уилльямс — толстый сослуживец Энди. Афроамериканец.
 Джен Гленн — озлобленная на всех мать Глен Гленна. У неё жуткий голос, и в серии «Добро, Зло и Глены» Джен его сорвала.
 Бен Гленн — муж Джен и отец Глена. Несмотря на грозный вид, ведёт себя, в целом, спокойно. Был главным соперником Энди в серии «Когда Сидер-Нолл замерзает».

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 Келли Бассет — странная девочка, с которой Луи виделся во время отдыха на озере Виннибогошиш. Влюблена в Луи. Она носит очки и брекеты, собирает головастиков и улиток, а также её отец — лучший рыбак. Ради того, чтобы дружить с тройняшками Ланза, Луи вместе с ними дразнил Келли «собачкой», но потом, проникшись к девочке сочувствием, подружился и с ней. В конце серии Луи целует Келли на прощание прямо на виду у тройняшек, а через долгие годы она становится победительницей конкурса красоты, что Луи увидел в газете. Также появилась в серии «Незабываемая ярмарка» среди стоящих в очереди детей.
 Тройняшки Ланза — братья-спортсмены, появившиеся в серии «Озеро Виннибогошиш». Наглые и уверенные в себе. После того как Луи, прыгнув с вышки в бассейн, забрызгал всех купающихся людей, они приняли его к себе в компанию, но ненадолго.
 Доктор Уэзерфилд — доктор в городской больнице, появившийся в серии «Болезни, злаки и уколы от аллергии». Помешан на всех видах спорта, даже кабинет у него завален спортивной утварью. Также появляется в серии «Деньги жгут карман», где берёт Карапета в качестве кедди.
 Лана Харпер — старшая сестра Джинни, появившаяся в серии «Когда Сидар-Нолл замерзает». Отлично катается на коньках, из-за чего Луи влюбился в неё и захотел с ней кататься на вечерних танцах — это заметила Джинни и обиделась на Луи. Лана называет Луи «Ленни» и в конце серии посмеялась над ним.
 Марвин — кузен Грюнвальда. Работает в магазине гольф-клуба. Взял Луи и друзей на работу кедди (Грюнвальд хитростью заставил его сделать это).
 Жожо Стамапулус — лучший в городе игрок в гольф, появившийся в серии «Деньги жгут карман». Имеет скверный характер. По словам Грюнвальда, он закопал своего кедди на 14-й лунке, когда промахнулся. По иронии судьбы, Луи попадает именно к нему в качестве кедди. Луи боится сурового игрока, но игра проходит успешно, и Жожо предлагает ему работу. После этого Луи становится одержимым до денег: он не проводит время с семьёй и серьёзно обижает Джинни, Грюнвальда и Карапета, пропадая с Жожо на поле и развлекаясь по-элитному. Однако Луи потом понял, что есть вещи более важные, чем деньги.
 Руди — вожатый в летнем лагере «Чаками» в серии «Лето моих разочарований». Называет Луи «Лонни» и не воспринимает его, да и вообще работу вожатым в лагере, всерьёз. Арестован в конце серии за то, что не усмотрел за Луи и Глен Гленном, которые потерялись в лесу, будучи связанными верёвкой.
 Пит Лоуман — бездомный, обитающий за супермаркетом. Появился в серии «Ради дяди». Некогда работал с Энди на одном заводе, и однажды отвёз Ору в больницу, когда у неё рождался Луи. Потом его жизнь круто изменилась: от Пита ушла жена. Спас Луи от катящихся на него тележек, после чего Луи пригласил Пита пожить в гараже.
 Марти Казу — известный комик, школьная любовь Оры Андерсон, но последняя обиделась на него из-за неудачной шутки на публике. В серии «В семье не без комика» приехал в Сидер-Нолл на время гастролей и познакомился с Луи, после чего тот понял, кем он хочет стать. Луи, узнав о его планах встретиться с Орой, просит его научить шутить. Казу не смог нормально поговорить с Орой, и во время совместного выступления с Луи, он начал жестоко шутить о тучных детях. Из-за этого Луи обижается и уходит прямо со своего номера, а Казу в итоге остаётся ни с чем.

Список Серий
Мультсериал «Жизнь с Луи» имеет 3 сезона: в каждом по 13 серий (в 1 сезоне — 12 и 1 спецвыпуск, не вошедший ни в один сезон), всего серий 39. Все сезоны были выпущены в 1995—1998 годах. Действие сериала происходит в 1961—1962 годах.

Спецвыпуски

Первый сезон

Второй сезон

Третий сезон

Награды
Сериал дважды получал Дневную премию «Эмми», а также трижды был награждён гуманитарной премией ().

Трансляция

В мире

В России транслировался Jetix (ранее Fox Kids).

Примечания

Мультсериалы по алфавиту
Мультсериалы о детях
Fox Kids
Программы телеканала Fox
Телесериалы, сюжет которых разворачивается в Висконсине
Мультсериалы США, запущенные в 1994 году
Мультсериалы США, завершённые в 1998 году

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My raffle prize was a free place on the first day of the Align, Bleach, Bond (ABB) course with IAS Academy's Tif Qureshi in London.
IAS Academy are an orthodontic training academy to help train GDPs in varying orthodontic systems to allow dentists to treat their patients with a range of appliances. They continue to support the dentists they train through an online forum with support from other GDPS, specialist orthodontists and technicians.
The ABB course is essentially one of the first courses the academy recommend for beginner GDP ortho - and they don't refer to GDP ortho as 'Short-Term Ortho', rather 'Anterior Alignment Ortho'. With the correct case selection, AAO can help align teeth in as little as 6-16 weeks!
The first day taught us about ClearSmile clear aligners and the Inman Aligner. The Inman can move teeth faster and the lab bill is cheaper than clear aligners but patients may prefer wearing clear aligners.
Both devices focus on movement of the anterior teeth only.
What Ortho records do I need?
IAS also run a photography course.
The day was structured as theory in the morning and in the afternoon we had the chance to get some practical skills with hands on doing IPR (interproximal reduction) and bonding a fixed retainer. I have been on other GDP ortho courses before, but I felt the background and theory Tif taught gave me more understanding of assessment and treatment planning rather than just relying on a lab or ClinCheck.
The advantage with IAS is not only a strong support network, but also the chance to enhance your skills by enrolling on some of the more advanced courses. If any GDP is looking to start an ortho journey, IAS will give a solid foundation of knowledge.
Check out the highlights video of the day!
Have you been on an IAS course? What did you think? Let me know in the comments below.


Orange lights in the sky.On my way to work, using a side road to hit a major highway, off to my left there were orange-ish lights in the sky. I stopped, and went in reverse then stopped to make sure what I was seeing was real. I pulled out my phone and recorded for a few seconds, looked at the lights for a bit longer then took off down the road as not to be late for work.


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David L. Eng
Plenary on LGBTQ Scholarship
David L. Eng is Richard L. Fisher Professor of English as well as Graduate Chair of the English Department at the University of Pennsylvania. He is also Professor in the Program in Asian American Studies, the Program in Comparative Literature & Literary Theory, and the Program in Gender, Sexuality & Women's Studies. His areas of specialization include American literature, Asian American studies, Asian diaspora, psychoanalysis, critical race theory, queer studies, gender studies, and visual culture.
Eng is author of The Feeling of Kinship: Queer Liberalism and the Racialization of Intimacy (Duke, 2010) and Racial Castration: Managing Masculinity in Asian America (Duke, 2001). He is co-editor with David Kazanjian of Loss: The Politics of Mourning (California, 2003) and with Alice Y. Hom of Q & A: Queer in Asian America (Temple, 1998, winner of a Lambda Literary Award and Association of Asian American Studies Book Award). In addition, he is co-editor of two special issues of the journal Social Text: with Teemu Ruskola and Shuang Shen, "China and the Human" (2011/2012), and with Judith Halberstam and José Esteban Muñoz, "What's Queer about Queer Studies Now?" (2005). His current book project, "Reparations and the Human," investigates the relationship between political and psychic genealogies of reparation in Cold War Asia. Eng is also completing a co-authored book with Shinhee Han, A Dialogue on Racial Melancholia: On the Social and Psychic Lives of Asian Americans, a collection of psychoanalytic case histories and commentaries on Asian immigrants in the diaspora (Duke, forthcoming).
At Penn, Eng is a founding convenor of the Faculty Working Group on Race and Empire Studies as well as a member of the Executive Board of Gender, Sexuality & Women's Studies and the Alice Paul Center. In 2013-14, he helped to organize a Mellon Sawyer Seminar on "Race, Across Time and Space" sponsored by the Mellon Foundation. Eng is on the Board of Trustees of the Development Fund for the American Studies Association as well as a member of the editorial boards of Criticism: A Quarterly for Literature and the Arts, GLQ: A Journal of Lesbian and Gay Studies, Queeries: A Journal of Queer Studies, Social Text, and Studies in Gender and Sexuality: Psychoanalysis, Cultural Studies, Treatment, Research. He is a former member of the Board of Directors of the Asian American Writers' Workshop and a former Chair of the Board of the Center for Lesbian and Gay Studies in New York City.
Plenary Session: LGBTQ Scholarship After Marriage
Katherine Franke's Wedlocked: The Perils of Marriage Equality
2:30 pm - 4:15 pm 1.76