Carnaby Street [where Shaftesbury is the landlord] is celebrating 50 years this year - how has the area changed from its swinging 1960s heyday?
Carnaby Street in the 1960s was all about youthful energy and creativity in fashion, music and lifestyle. The area became world famous as the centre for the boutique revolution, and was the place you went to find things you couldn't find anywhere else. Its prominence as a fashion destination went hand in hand with the pop music revolution, with the Rolling Stones, the Beatles, the Kinks and Jimi Hendrix among many others not only performing in the clubs and bars in the area but also being regular shoppers, which all helped to create the vibe.
In this respect, Carnaby Street today is very similar - it's unashamedly a destination for youth fashion and the area is a hub of creativity with new designers and exciting new concepts.
You commissioned London College of Fashion's Judith Clark and Amy de la Haye to curate an exhibition of the history of Carnaby Street - what interesting facts and anecdotes came up?
Judith and Amy's research went back to the early 16th century, when Carnaby was just green fields with a windmill.
It was later the location for the first plague pestilence house in London, a centre for immigrant workers and where the cause and subsequent prevention of cholera was discovered. In the 1960s, this was where Paul McCartney met Linda, John Profumo 'entertained' Christine Keeler and Jimi Hendrix allegedly released a pair of parakeets.
How do you see the area developing in the next 10 years?
Our vision is to keep the area fresh and dynamic and a true destination for youth fashion and leisure. We are constantly seeking new British and international brands, as well as new design talent from the fashion colleges.
Last year you did a "swap" between indies in New York and those in Newburgh Quarter, just off Carnaby Street. Was it a success? The project was very successful and the press coverage generated awareness for the Newburgh Quarter, which is where many of our independents and concept stores are located in Carnaby. We'll look to do something similar in the future, maybe encompassing the whole Carnaby area, or on a smaller scale for Kingly Court.
What other initiatives are in the pipeline for Carnaby Street? As part of the 50th anniversary, we have a Summer of Love music festival on the weekend of June 5-6. We will have emerging bands performing in and around Carnaby Street.
How is the retail property market faring in general?
I can only really comment on London's West End, where trading figures have been very encouraging. London has a unique mix of theatres, museums, galleries, shops and restaurants, making it the world's most popular city destination for visitors, and so helps it to withstand poor economic conditions elsewhere.
Diesel Male store on Carnaby Street.
What would you like to do if you weren't working in fashion?
Be a game warden in Botswana.
Isaac Mizrahi, who has designed the artwork on our sponsored elephant, part of the Elephant Parade charity, which will be resident in Carnaby throughout the months of May and June.
Who in fashion do you most admire?
The London College of Fashion and Central Saint Martins. They produce a constant stream of talent in all areas of the industry, which maintains such a high quality of UK design and innovation.


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Things to Know before Entering the Sellers Market!
Buying a home for sale in Novi, Michigan is no walk in the park. It is not entirely a seller's market. The sellers market keeps popping one out and if you are right on time, with the right offer, you might get lucky. This is why it is important to let a realtor handle this job because not only do they have up-to-date knowledge about the real estate market but they have some savvy skills to tip the offer in your favor.
When entering the bidding war, remember one thing: sellers are fickle. When they see a better offer coming their way, they abandon the buyer they are dealing with. This is why you need to be on your A-game when purchasing a house.
The mortgage pre-approval letter shows the seller that you are a serious buyer. The moment the final asking price is settled, get in touch with your lender and get the mortgage ball rolling. Show the seller the mortgage papers, so that he doesn't pursue other buyers.
As mentioned earlier, the realtor will make sure that the offer you are receiving is in your benefit. In case you feel that certain clauses mentioned in the contract don't look good, the realtor will be at the negotiations table again, to make sure that you are happy.
There's a high possibility that you might not find some of the amenities you were looking for in your home for sale in Novi, Michigan. This doesn't mean that you should walk away from a good offer. Remember, never go for houses that are listed at a high price because the seller might not lower the price and then you will be left disappointed.
20% is the ideal down payment that every buyer loves. This will give you an edge in the competition and the seller will be more inclined towards selling you the house.
When you have put down the earnest deposit, you cannot back out of the deal or you will lose this money… unless the seller lied about something on the home inspection report. You are given a time period of 2 weeks, where you need to conduct all your investigations about the house. Get the home inspection done in the first week and spend the second week in calculating repairs to see whether the house is worth it or not. Will the house bring your profit when you will sell it in the future? These two weeks are crucial because after they have passed, you won't get your money back even if you back out of the deal thinking you don't like the house.
Ready to dive into the seller's market with your realtor? Follow these five tips and you will find your home for sale in Novi, Michigan in no time. If you want to buy a house that falls under your budget and has all the features you need, then visit Homes2MoveYou. Get in touch with a real estate agent and start seeing houses in areas of your liking.


This week on global news from the boycott, divestment and sanctions (BDS) movement, an Israeli dance company faces boycott actions for its role in the "Brand Israel" campaign; more musicians face calls to cancel their upcoming appearances in Israel; and the Presbyterian Church USA moves one step closer to divesting from three US companies that profit from Israel's military occupation of Palestine.
Batsheva will begin a five-week North American tour at the end of February, performing in San Francisco, Quebec City, Montréal, New York, Tulsa, Chicago, Austin and Scottsdale.
… The organizations state that they are acting in support of the Palestinian civil society call for BDS as a form of non-violent resistance to Israeli apartheid, and that should Batsheva fail to take action, their upcoming five-week tour of the United States will be met with demonstrations and a call for boycott of their performances.
Batsheva also receives funding from the MFA for their international tours, with the upcoming tour prominently advertised on the cultural calendar of the Israeli consulate in New York City.
The letter continues by pointing out that, while Israeli artists and performers are free to tour; exhibits and performances by Palestinian artists are systematically banned, sabotaged, and closed down by Israeli occupation.
This Friday, Batsheva Dance Company will be met by BDS activists and human rights supporters at their scheduled performance in San Francisco at the Yerba Buena Cultural Center at 7pm.
Boycott From Within has posted a letter to jazz musician McCoy Tyner, encouraging him to respect the Palestinian call for boycott and cancel his upcoming gig in Petach Tikva on 10 March.
Performing in Israel today would be lending your voice and image to the normalization of military occupation, systematic inequality and violation of international law. Many artists and public figures are already supporting the cultural boycott of Israel, which is backed by almost the entire community of Palestinian cultural workers.
… Please hear the Palestinian call and help bring an end to occupation and apartheid by refusing to send a green light to the continuation of such policies. We would greatly appreciate it if you stand with us, Palestinians and Israelis who are struggling for justice and equality for all people in this region. This non-violent campaign asks all artists not to perform in Israel until it abides by its obligations under international law and ends its occupation of Palestinian land, recognizes full equality for its Palestinian citizens and respects the rights of the refugees. We believe that standing for these basic rights is an essential component for a better future here and that being the privileged - it is also our duty to do so.
Al-Akhbar English reported this week that Engelbert Humperdinck is facing calls by Lebanese BDS activists not to travel to Israel ahead of a scheduled trip to Lebanon next month.
Humperdinck, famous for his hits "Release Me" and "The Last Waltz," performed in Tel Aviv in December despite a campaign led by British university students. He is due to perform at Casino Du Liban in Jounieh on March 9 and 10.
A letter from the Campaign to Boycott Supporters of Israel in Lebanon (CBSI) condemned Humperdinck for performing in Israel but did not call for his performances to be cancelled.
"What many artists have realized is that whether they would like it or not, performing in Israel nowadays does constitute a political act: it is a vote of confidence in the Israeli occupation of Palestine," the letter said.
Previously the movement had boycotted musicians and artists who had performed in the Jewish state.
The CBSI urged Humperdinck to undertake a tour of the south of the country to understand the impact Israel had.
"We are calling for him to commit to not playing in Israel again in the future, but we are not boycotting him," Asad Ghsoub, from the CBSI said.
The text of CBSI's letter is posted at the end of the Al-Akhbar article.
The Presbyterian Church's full General Assembly Mission Council voted on 17 February to approve a recommendation from the Mission Responsibility Through Investment (MRTI) committee to divest from its holdings in Caterpillar, Hewlett-Packard and Motorola Solutions. All three sell equipment, technology and communication systems to the Israeli military.
The three companies are Caterpillar, Motorola Solutions and Hewlett-Packard. At issue are their participation in the Israeli occupation of the West Bank, the construction of the "security barrier" between Israel and Palestinian territory, and the destruction of Palestinian homes, roads and fields to make way for the construction of Israeli settlements in the West Bank, which have been declared illegal under international law.
We write to you as members of the Jewish Voice for Peace Rabbinical Council to encourage your efforts to initiate phased selective divestment from corporations which profit from or support Israel's occupation of the West Bank. We applaud your initiative and want to communicate our support as Jewish leaders who also work for justice and peace for the people of Israel and Palestine.
As Jewish leaders, we believe the JCPA's stance does not represent the broader consensus of the American Jewish community. There is in fact a growing desire within the North American Jewish community to end our silence over Israel's oppressive occupation of Palestine. Every day Jewish leaders - we among them - are stepping forward to express outrage over the confiscation of Palestinian land, destruction of farms and groves and homes, the choking of the Palestinian economy and daily harassment and violence against Palestinian people. Jewish leaders are increasingly voicing their support for nonviolent popular resistance against these outrages - including the kind of cautious, highly-specified divestment such as the Presbyterian Church (USA) is preparing to undertake.
… To advocate for an end to an unjust policy is not anti-Semitic. To criticize Israel is not anti-Semitic. To invest your own resources in corporations which pursue your vision of a just and peaceful world, and to withdraw your resources from those which contradict this vision, is not anti-Semitic. There is a terrible history of actual anti-Semitism perpetrated by Christians at different times throughout the millennia, and conscientious Christians today do bear a burden of conscience on that account. We can understand that, with your commitment to paths of peace and justice, it must be terribly painful and inhibiting to be accused of anti-Semitism.
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You See CS: Muse Comics + Games is the best in town
November 8, 2019 Suzanne Seyfi	Colorado, Colorado Springs, comic books, dark horse, dc, first second, Marvel, muse comics, muse comics and games, UCCS, you see CS
Suzanne Seyfi
sseyfi@uccs.edu
Muse Comics + Games is the best comic store in Colorado Springs. I fell in love with it the first time I walked in—and that was before the move to a bigger and better location in 2017.
Muse, as it is known by its patrons, is designed to feel like a bookstore rather than a comic shop. Most comic book establishments organize their wares according to publisher: Marvel, DC, then whatever there is room left over for, like Dark Horse or First Second.
Except for their vast selection of single issues and their used-book section, Muse prefers to sort comics by genre. It is easier to find content (without talking to a store employee) when it is categorized as "fantasy and sci-fi" or "suspense and thriller and horror," for example. Finding comics similar to previously enjoyed content feels intuitive rather than like a needle in a haystack. After all, most publishers put out comics in a variety of categories besides the default superhero genre.
If one wishes for recommendations, Muse employees are an excellent resource. They are knowledgeable in multiple genres, as well as up to date on the latest hit storylines. They are also friendly and enthusiastic, eager to share their love of comics with everyone who walks in.
Muse is not simply a haven for comics fans. Their ridiculously broad selection of comics only takes up one-third of the store. Another third is devoted to board games such as Dominion, Munchkin and a shelf I like to call "Cats and Catan," because it features variations of Settlers of Catan as well as many cat-themed games.
In this section of the store, one can also find Magic the Gathering items, drinking glasses featuring popular superheroes, Dungeons and Dragons books and many other types of merchandise.
The back of Muse is devoted to events. This wide, inviting space hosts weekly Magic the Gathering tournaments, Dungeons and Dragons sessions and free art classes. Muse has held body painting classes with live models.
Anyone may use the space for free, so long as they reserve it beforehand. The Colorado Springs Astronomical Society, the local 501st and Colorado Geocaching have all held meetings and meet-and-greets there.
The event space also displays Muse's gallery. Many people showcase their artwork at the store, from local comic artists to tattooists to elementary school students. People can show their work for free with the added bonus of selling their art if they wish.
Muse has a special connection to UCCS, too. Last month, Muse donated several graphic novels to the Kraemer Family Library. Earlier this year, Muse Comics and Games owner Amanda Salmons participated in a comics panel discussion at the UCCS Downtown campus.
Keep an eye on Muse's website throughout November, because there will be sales leading up to Black Friday weekend.
Salmons said, "If you love to read and love hanging out in a bookstore, we invite you to come in and browse! If you love to play games and like hanging out at community events, we invite you to come in for those as well! We want people to feel comfortable and connect with the books and games they love."
Muse Comics + Games 1338 N Academy Blvd, Colorado Springs, CO 80909 www.musecomicscolorado.com
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How will the changes to JobKeeper affect SME's?
What you need to know about JobKeeper 2.0
With COVID-19 continuing to be troublesome in Australia, the government announced an extension to the JobKeeper program on 21st July, labeled JobKeeper 2.0. This will come into force on 29th September and last until 28th March 2021. These changes have been welcomed by many SMEs who fear that without financial support they will no longer be able to operate under COVID-19 restrictions.
Entitlement for the JobKeeper program, however, will change from the current one-time test to ongoing eligibility, along with reduced payments to eligible employees. It's possible that these changes may have a negative impact on some SMEs if they can't fulfill the new criteria for the JobKeeper 2.0 program. Conversely, others will reap the benefits of ongoing government support during the pandemic.
New Eligibility Criteria for JobKeeper
Currently, to be eligible for JobKeeper, businesses must prove eligibility by satisfying the "decline in turnover" test with the "test period" being either a relevant month or quarter. This test must only be satisfied once, even if your circumstances change. Businesses must also send monthly turnover data to the ATO (both current and projected turnovers), however if your turnover returns to pre-COVID19 numbers, you were still eligible for the JobKeeper program. As of 29th September, these requirements will change: https://treasury.gov.au/coronavirus/jobkeeper/extension
The new requirements of JobKeeper 2.0 are based on a comparison of quarterly turnover. So to be eligible for the JobKeeper 2.0 program during the October to December 2020 quarter you must satisfy the "decline in turnover" test in the two previous quarters: April to June 2020 and July to September 2020. For the January to March quarter, you must satisfy this test during the three previous quarters: April to June 2020, July to September 2020 and October to December 2020.
The rates of payments will also be changed from the current $1500 per fortnight for eligible employees to $1200 from 29th September and to $1000 from 4th January 2021 for employees working more than 20 hours per week. For employees working less than 20 hours per week, these fortnightly payments will be reduced to $750 from 29th September and $650 from 4th January 2021. These fundamental changes have been designed to ensure that businesses suffering the most from COVID-19 receive the financial support they need to remain open, while encouraging future sustainability and planning for these affected businesses. If your SME is eligible for continuing JobKeeper payments, it is anticipated this boost and support will assist in continuing operations and retaining your employees into 2021. Let's hope that by this time, the COVID-19 restrictions will be lifted and Australia can return to the new 'normal'.
Whilst the exact details of the decline in the turnover test are yet to be released for the October to December 2020 quarter, it's believed that some of Australia's most heavily impacted SMEs will benefit from these changes. These include hospitality and tourism, entertainment and the airline industries. It's also important to remember that many businesses in both Victoria and NSW are suffering through a second round of restrictions. Hopefully, these new changes to the JobKeeper 2.0 program will be sufficient to help these businesses remain in operation until the restrictions lift.
At Risk Guidance Insurance, we encourage any of our customers who are struggling through the COVID-19 pandemic in Australia to reach out. If you need advice about reducing your insurance risks or want to discuss whether your current policies are still relevant in these challenging times, please feel free to give us a call.
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Mornington (Irish: Baile Uí Mhornáin, meaning "Town of the Mariner") is a coastal village on the estuary of the River Boyne in County Meath, Ireland approximately 5 km downriver from the centre of Drogheda. Together with the neighbouring villages of Laytown and Bettystown it comprises the census town of Laytown-Bettystown-Mornington with a combined population of 10,889 at the 2011 Census, which is part of the wider area collectively known as East Meath.
The large townland of 1,223 acres (4.95 km2) is bound on the north by the River Boyne estuary and on the east by the Irish Sea. The townland extends along the seashore to Bettystown village and includes part of that village up to and including The Neptune Hotel.
Are you considering giving your home or business a fresh look? Do you have to repair water stains on ceilings and walls or over walls where mould has been eliminated? It could be tempting to do the task yourself, which can result in cost savings. However, there are lots of reasons you should consider selecting a professional painter and decorator service.
Proper painting of either interiors or exteriors requires an investment in gear — brushes, rollers, sprayers, tarp to protect surfaces and surfaces, ladders, scaffolding, sanders, compound knifes, patching materials, solvents, the list can become long and pricey. Employing a professional painter and decorator means that the painter comes with the tools they will require to do the job properly, will clean those tools up whenever they're done and will take them away to be stored elsewhere.
A professional painter and decorator will have the right gear and be knowledgeable and knowledgeable about how to protect furniture, flooring, cupboards, paths and other things which you don't need painted from any damage. If your work involves staining, an expert will have the right equipment and experience to apply the stain correctly to achieve the right finish and once achieved, shield the finish.
A professional painter and painter will know that preparation is the key to a good looking, long-lasting paint job. The walls or other surfaces which need to be painted might have to be thoroughly cleaned, patched, decreased and/or primed. Areas with water or mold staining may require additional treatment and diluting until they are ready for a final paint job. It is a lot of work and if it's not done properly with proper tools and techniques, it will not result in an excellent finish.
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In Dublin, there are a number of options a professional painter and decorator may start for you, which you could not have the skills or expertise to do your self, including special finishes (intumescent finishes (that are fireproof), faux finishes and textured painting, for instance ).
A professional painter will also understand the materials that are needed to do the work correctly. Which primer will provide the correct coverage? Latex or oil? Matte, semi-gloss, high gloss? Which primer foundation is required? What paint foundation? Roller or spray?
A professional painter will be able to recommend materials that are best to achieve the look you need, while avoiding any harm to your surfaces. With that advice, you can attain a higher quality finish that will endure.
For exterior jobs, a specialist will know the ideal weather, temperature and sun conditions to finish the job with all the best results. Stains respond differently in direct sunlight than when it is overcast, and at several temperatures. While rain obviously affects the job, heat and humidity can also affect the quality of exterior paint finishes. A regional professional painter will know the right stuff to use to produce your exterior last as long as you can in Dublin's climate.
Increasing on ladders while trying to apply paint correctly is a skilled job which takes careful attention and focus to avoid serious injury and damage. The higher the website which needs painting, the higher the risk for an crash. For inside jobs with high areas or outside jobs, an expert painter will have all the tools and experience necessary to do the job correctly and safely, including the right size and layout of ladder and scaffolding.
Your time is precious and painting yourself takes a substantial amount of time. Using a professional painter and decorator take care of the job for you can save you days and times of work, and can usually be done in a much shorter period of time.
A research from Trinity College Dublin suggests that the average Irish man requires 28 hours daily to accomplish all his or her tasks. Avoid including a paint job to that and speak to a professional painter about your needs.


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We empower women and girls by providing access to education, the single most effective anti-poverty intervention.
Our 2019 Day of Empowerment in partnership with the
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With the help of our members, supporters and donors, we are empowering women and girls, therefore, making their dreams come true through our "Dream Programs", Live Your Dream, Education & Training Awards for Women, and Dream It, Be It, Career Support for High School Girls who face obstacles to success.
We are excited to announce that this year we gave 8 Live Your Dream Awards, up from 5 last year. … and, next year, we will be giving 12 Live Your Dream Awards. We are doing our best to help Soroptimist International of the Americas reach its next big goal of improving the lives of 500,000 women and girls by 2031. If you think you are eligible and would like to apply for a Live Your Dream Award, please click HERE. If you need any assistance, please feel free to contact us at info@soroptimisthuntingtonbeach.org
This year we, conducted our own 7-week Dream It, Be It program in partnership with the Transitional Housing Program of Olive Crest and we once again, partnered with Soroptimist International of Newport Harbor Area on their Dream It, Be It Program with the girls at Back Bay High School in Newport Beach. We will begin our second program with the girls from Olive Crest this coming July.
Our focus is on education because, educated women and girls are:
Less vulnerable to sex traffickers
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