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A Conversation With Hayley Angela Gilbert
Posted on November 2, 2016 November 2, 2016 Author Alis	Comments Off on A Conversation With Hayley Angela Gilbert
Hayley Gilbert is a professional actress born in the UK. Known for her vivid style, bright eyes and big smile. Hayley has built a successful career in the television, theatre, music and stand up comedy industries. Her lead credits includes hits such as The Diary of Anne Frank (in which she played Anne), Crime Team and she can be seen performing alongside celebrities such as Charlie Sheen and Hilary Duff (She Wants Me).We are sharing here our recent interview with her
How did you start acting?
I was 16 years old and rebelled against my parents and signed up to a drama school. I was paying for it myself through my part time job. I loved the classes and knew I wanted to take it further. I had found something that I really enjoyed.
What do you enjoy most about acting?
I love the challenge of creating believable characters, and experiencing a life you would not normally get the chance to. You can be cast in a science fiction film at one moment and the next your on a period drama. Plus I always love viewing the final product and get great satisfaction out of people liking my work. I love to see peoples reactions, they either cry from laughing or are taken back by an emotional scene. I love it because a lot the time people will be like 'I didn't not know you had it in you'. I can be a quiet person but when I am performing I completely change. Like no believes I am doing stand up comedy until they come to my shows.
What has been the hardest part of your career?
Competition and auditions I guess. Everyone wants to be an actor. I use to really hate auditions but now I've become to love them. It's a chance to show off your acting ability. I always go in with the idea that this is me on set and my chance to show a slice of life for the character that I'm playing. Now I see it as an opportunity to show my ability. But competition is tough and you always have to be working at your craft.
The only thing I hate about auditions is when you go in and there are some many different types of people and you realize casting doesn't really know what they want. That's what I love about self tapes. Because sometimes it can be a waste of time and particularly in Los Angeles, it takes time
to get to places.
Where do you see yourself in a few years?
I see myself in television. I really want to have a regular character that people get to know and follow. But also I'm a stand up comedian, so I plan on more tours and would love to tape a Netflix special or even have my own Talk Show like Chelsea Lately. I'm ambitious.
When did you first know you wanted to become an actor?
It's really funny because when I was growing up I didn't even realize acting was a profession I could do. I thought it was something you were born into. But I remember watching lots of TV programs wishing I could be that person. I wanted to be Louis Lane from Superman or Elizabeth Montgomery from Bewitched. Then one day I heard about drama schools and knew I wanted to give it a try, so I enrolled at Crystal Arts Theatre School and was hit by the acting bug. I started off working in Repertory Theater and moved onto more professional productions.
What kind of roles do you prefer?
I like roles that you can really show your ability as an actress. Back in the UK I was a lead actress in a TV series called 'Crime Team' and it was great because I played Constance Kent in the series 'Cut Throat Killer' and she was this young psycho girl jealous of her younger brother, so much that she could not handle the envy of affection that he got, she went insane and killed her brother by suffocating him to death. Nice right. But that's something that challenges you as an actress plus it was based on true events, which means you have to really do your research.
What was the first show you ever did?
I was cast as 'Paperboy' at a well known West End Theatre 'The London Palladium'. I could not believe my luck, first job and I'm treading the boards of the theatre were famous stars got their start. All my favorite musicals as I was growing up were at this theatre. I remember I never told anyone I was auditioning for the part. I was honestly going for the experience of what an audition was like. A few weeks later I got a letter in the post saying congratulations we would like to cast you in the production of 'In Our Time' at the London Palladium. As you can imagine I was over the moon. I booked a West End show. I went running to my mother to tell her the news and she didn't believe me. But when she realized I was not joking she was straight on the phone to all the family. So there I was performing at the London Palladium at night and cleaning offices by day.
Do you prefer acting for film or for the theatre?
Omg that's hard. I mean theatre you have live interaction and you can feel what the audience is feeling. I did a lot of Pantomime back in the UK.
I was Nancy in 'Oliver Twist' and played Alice Fitzwarren in 'Dick Whittington'. I love Pantomime and interacting with the kids. Its so much fun. But film I have to say I like slightly more as I love working on camera. You have to be more in the moment and really produce the goods as the camera never lies. There are huge budgets in film and you really have to know what you are doing.
What has been your favorite role so far?
I was the lead actress 'Anne Frank' in The Diary of Anne Frank at central arts studios Basingstoke Its a really lovely theatre back home in the UK.
I love history, so it was really great to play somebody's actual life which change the world we live in today and someone we are all fascinated about. It's a challenge as everyone knows her story. But I loved completing all the research into her life and transforming myself into this historical figure. I remember telling my friends 'Hey I just got cast as Anne Frank', but I had blonde hair and I knew they were questioning me, how is she going to pull that off. But when it came to the show they could not believe the transformation. The director pulled me aside at the end of the run and said it was one of the best shows he has ever been involved with. I loved it.
What role would you love to play that you haven't yet?
Think that's going back to TV just having a character that you can develop over a long period of time. I would love to be in 'The Walking Dead' or a program like The X Files playing a detective.
There are some projects in the pipeline just waiting for the green light.
Have you ever played someone of the opposite gender? What was that like?
Yes, I was in a play directed my a well known UK director Mark Walger. The play was 'Teechers' by John Godber. I had to play many different characters. One was Doug the caretaker. He was a miserable old man who was very strict and hated kids. I had to have a beard. I enjoyed it as I like character work but I remember having to watch a lot of older men and watching their behavior and characteristics. I think they thought I was weird. But men and woman are different in mind and how they physically carry themselves.
What is the scariest part of an audition?
Trusting yourself and that you know your lines and just letting go and living the character.
We all want to please and be liked but really we
should be trusting are shelves and letting go.
Enjoy the moment.
What is a show you would never do again?
When I first came out to Los Angeles I auditioned for a company, which I cannot name but the show was called 'Happily Whatever After'. I played sleeping beauty. But it was awful. Not professional. No one came to the show. But I was new to LA and knew nothing about them.
What show could you do for years?
A TV drama. I would love it. A crime series of some kind. It has action, drama, thriller and even romance. Love it.
What are you auditioning for next?
I have some commercial auditions coming up and one feature film.
What show are you doing next?
I'm actually performing at The Ha Ha club on the 14th of November, its a show that I host called 'Hayley's Comedy Cocktails'. On the show we have Helen Hong from Showtime and Erik Myers from Dopeless Romantic. Then I am working with Flappers Comedy Club hosting their new show 'The Comedy Voice', as you guessed it's like The Voice TV show but comedians in front of industry peeps. It should be fun.
What is the strangest thing a role required you to do?
I think working with green screen can be weird. That when we truly use our imaginations.
And often when you are onset filming sometimes you are having a conversation the director will move you right next to that person's face. It feels weird to the actors but works well on camera.
What is something that you know now that you wish you knew when you were first starting out as an actor?
Get really good training. I'm mean as an actor you are constantly training going to the actors gym with life time membership. But training is important. But also I realize today you really have to know the business side of acting.
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Shower Me Blue
Posted on December 22, 2018 Author Alis
Hello Shower Me Blue, tell us about your recent time in the studio, how was the recording process? Hello, hello hello! The studio was AWESOME! eTown Studios is located in downtown Boulder, CO about a block away from the Pearl St mall. The studio has a great vibe, and the acoustics are just fantastic! It […]
Interview With Revilution Band
Posted on June 30, 2018 June 30, 2018 Author Alis
1. Your new recording is set to be released in August, tell us about your release and how many songs? Dan Seitz, guitar, lead vocals: It's a three-song EP consisting of tunes I recorded and released with my girlfriend, Marie, several years ago. Back then I played all the instruments myself, and Marie and I […]
Interview with the owner of Xpromotions
Posted on September 17, 2015 Author Alis
Celebsfans: We been watching you and been hearing a lot about you and your company " Xpromotions " from plenty people we notice your starting to gain a lot of attention how does it feel? A. It's a great feeling… I think it's kind of cool. Q. How did you get started with Xpromotions? A. […]
New Producer To Watch Out For
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What does obe mean?
Asked by: Johathan Dach
The Most Excellent Order of the British Empire is a British order of chivalry, rewarding contributions to the arts and sciences, work with charitable and welfare organisations, and public service outside the civil service.
What does OBE in business mean?
OBE. Other Business Enterprise (classification)
What does an OBE entitle you to?
What does an OBE entitle you to? The OBE does not bestow any special legal entitlement or power. Recipients are entitled to put the letters OBE after their name and enjoy the prestige and possible raised profile this brings.
What does it mean to say something is OBE?
/ˌəʊ biː ˈiː/ an award given in the UK for a special achievement; a person who has received this award (the abbreviation for 'Officer of the Order of the British Empire') She was made an OBE.
How do you get an OBE?
An OBE is awarded for having a major local role in any activity, including people whose work has made them known nationally in their chosen area. An MBE is given for an outstanding achievement or service to the community. This will have had a long-term, significant impact and stand out as an example to others.
Do You Know the difference between an MBE, OBE and CBE?
Whats does obsolete mean?
1a : no longer in use or no longer useful an obsolete word. b : of a kind or style no longer current : old-fashioned an obsolete technology farming methods that are now obsolete. 2 of a plant or animal part : indistinct or imperfect as compared with a corresponding part in related organisms : vestigial. obsolete.
Is Ed Sheeran an OBE?
Ed Sheeran is not knighted, but he does have an MBE which means he is a Member of the Order of the British Empire. The award was bestowed to Sheeran just months after he was involved in a pretend knighting incident with Princess Beatrice and James Blunt.
Who can be called sir?
Sir is a formal English honorific address for men, derived from Sire in the High Middle Ages. Traditionally, as governed by law and custom, "Sir" is used for men titled as knights, i.e., of orders of chivalry, and later also applied to baronets and other offices.
Who gets knighted?
Nations with a monarch as their head of state would, once upon a time, issue knighthoods to their loyal subjects and foreign citizens who have done great deeds for their country. Today, you can earn a knighthood through military badassery or if your artistic, scientific, or civil service shines greatly upon the crown.
What is OBE overcome by events?
: forced to be changed because of something that has suddenly and unexpectedly happened The original date for the meeting was overtaken by events and had to be changed.
What does Alcon stand for Military?
ALCON, a U.S. military standard abbreviation for "all concerned"; see List of U.S. government and military acronyms. ALcons, an abbreviation for "Articulation Loss of Consonants", a measure of intelligibility.
Why is Tommy Shelby OBE?
In the Peaky Blinders series four opener, gangster Tommy Shelby was awarded an OBE – not for services to the British Empire, though as a decorated WWI veteran he sacrificed enough for that cause, nor was it for his extensive charity work as a Birmingham public figure – no, Tommy blackmailed his way to the title.
What does OBE mean in email?
Overcome By Events. Online jargon, also known as text message shorthand, used in texting, online chat, instant messaging, email, blogs, and newsgroup postings, these types of abbreviations are also referred to as chat acronyms.
What is the meaning of OBE in peaky blinders?
OBE stands for "Officer of the British Empire." It's a chivalric title granted by the monarch to an exemplary member of British society. This honor can be awarded for anything from outstanding military service to profound contributions to the arts to exemplary charity work.
What does OBE mean in agile?
Use "Overcome by Events" (O.B.E.) to avoid the dangers of "get-there-itis."
Can you call a woman Sir?
Can Sir be used for females? In the American military, you would never address a female officer as "Sir." In the United States, you would address the officer as "Ma'am" and not "Sir". It's considered disrespectful to use the term "Sir" for a female in both the army/navy and outside.
Can I call myself Sir?
Not only will you be able to call yourself Sir or Dame, on purchasing your Sir title or Dame title, you will receive a full title pack for your Knighthood or Damehood, included in this is a framed and personalised Individual Title Deed, the Sealand Knight's Code Of Chivalry, an elegant official documents folder to keep ...
Does having an OBE make you a Sir?
While a CBE, OBE and MBE are some of the top ranking honours, only the top two ranks can use the title "Sir" or "Dame". People awarded a GBE, KBE or DBE can use these titles. The very top rank in the Order is a GBE - a Knight or Dame Grand Cross - but these are very rare.
What is the highest OBE or MBE?
As well as a CBE, people can also be awarded an Officer (OBE) or Member (MBE). CBE is the highest ranking Order of the British Empire award, followed by OBE and then MBE. They are given to people to recognise a positive impact they have made in their work.
Who is the youngest person to get an MBE?
Four-time gold medal winner, British Paralympian swimmer, Ellie Simmonds (pictured above) was appointed Member of the Order of the British Empire (MBE) in the 2009 New Year Honours List. At just 14 years old, she became the youngest person ever to have received this honour.
Is MBE a knight?
Ranks in the Order are Knight or Dame Grand Cross (GBE), Knight or Dame Commander (KBE or DBE), Commander (CBE), Officer (OBE) and Member (MBE). ... The Order takes its name from the symbolic bathing, which in former times was often part of the preparation of a candidate for knighthood.
What is called that no longer in use?
no longer in general use; fallen into disuse: an obsolete expression.
Which is no longer in use?
A thing no longer in use : Obsolete.
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Zwarte is the Dutch word for black and may refer to:

Zwarte Piet, companion of Saint Nicholas in the folklore and legends of the Netherlands and Flanders
The Zwarte Water, a Dutch river
The Étangs Noirs/Zwarte Vijvers metro station, a Brussels Metro station
Zwarte Paard, a Dutch hamlet
Piet de Zwarte, Dutch water polo player

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FROM PANEL TO PANEL | What's Up, Princess Decomposia and Count Spatula?
September 28, 2015 • Cee • Comics
I love comics and graphic novels, so what do I do with that love? Well, I turn it into a new feature!
From Panel to Panel is a new feature where I talk about the awesome (and perhaps not-so awesome) comic books and graphic novels I've read. Basically, this will be me pushing them onto your laps. You're welcome.
Want a graphic novel that's gothic, cute, and charming about the Underworld? Look no further than Princess Decomposia and Count Spatula.
What is it about? Because of her supposedly ailing father (who is actually pretending to be unwell), Princess Decomposia has to cover her father's royal duties, which has to do with lots of paperwork and discussions with supernatural diplomats/groups to improve relations, and all the work is driving her to exhaustion. She hires a new chef, adorably called Count Spatula, who becomes her confidante, urging her to eat and take a break. With him by her side, things begin to change in the way she does her duties, and that causes unease for her father.
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Hot beverages are, after all, the oldest of brewing traditions. Bhuman, surprisingly, was thousands of miles away from India when he discovered his love for tea.
As he recalls, "I got exposed to the world of teas when I moved to London in 2014."
In London, when everyone else was relishing local beers to their hearts' content, Bhuman would spend time at the Amanzi tea bar. One thing led to another, and the next thing he knew, he was walking through the doors of the famous East India Company store. At that moment, little did he know that the visit was going to be a life-changer.
"I started to think of this space," he says, adding, "Since I had no background in teas, I decided to learn under Jane Pettigrew, who is not only a recipient of the famous British Empire medal but also part of the existing UK Tea Council."
While Bhuman was getting initiated into the world of brewed wonders, his co-founder, Shariq, who has always been an avid tea drinker, was enjoying his own Eureka moment. He crossed paths with Ines Berton, the owner of Tealosophy, South America's biggest specialty tea company.
It was all falling in place after all - the duo's journey, their shared passion for entrepreneurship, and their love affair with brews and blends.
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Of humble beginnings
TGL was born out of Bhuman and Shariq's personal experiences, but the founders believe it has a bigger role to play: bridging the gap in the Indian specialty tea and coffee market.
Says the founding duo, "On researching more about this market, we realised that it was primarily governed by geographies rather than brands. People associate specialty tea with Darjeeling, Assam, and Nilgiris while specialty coffee is predominantly associated with Chikmagalur and Coorg."
This realisation prompted them into building a brand that would become ubiquitous when it comes to specialty tea and coffee. And The Good Life Company, in its very essence, is true to this philosophy.
Interestingly, the startup's origin was rather humble.
"Shariq and I started TGL out of a coworking space in 2016," Bhuman recalls. "Today, we are a team of over 170 professionals with offices in Mumbai, Delhi-NCR, and Bengaluru, and a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Bhiwandi."
Their business model comprises at least six different channels of sales, including retail, online marketplaces, gifting, and exports. The brand also has a presence in more than 150 hotels, restaurants, and cafes including names such as Burj Al Arab, Taj, Sofitel, Westin, Grand Hyatt, The Lalit, Indigo etc. In addition to this, TGL is also available at duty-free shops at Mumbai International Airport and at airport lounges and QSRs across Mumbai, Bengaluru, Kolkata, Goa, and Chennai.
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Curating a loyal customer base
A startup life is incomplete without unprecedented crisis and operational challenges. For the duo, who bootstrapped The Good Life Company with Rs 55 lakh, this started when they suddenly realised that their brand was growing at a phenomenal rate.
"We grew too fast, too early," they remember. "While we were extremely happy with the response we received, we weren't prepared operationally to match the demand. And, we experienced a phase where we had delays in order processing and manual errors in some orders."
These lags, however, are a part and parcel of starting up. As soon as the brand recuperated from these operational blocks, says the founding duo, they began clocking in the big numbers.
In just 12 months, their revenues grew 2.1X, in 18 months it grew 4X, and in 24 months, 8X. The maximum growth, however, has come from the online business, which has grown 12X in the past five months, as per the duo.
"We already have a loyal customer base across India and the UAE, and have sold around eight tonnes of tea and six tonnes of coffee in the past 12 months," the founders claim. "We now plan to launch our products on Amazon's US, UK, and EU platforms," they add.
Evidently, the humble chai and coffee have come a long way, and along with it, so have brands like The Good Life Company. In it's truly global presence, after all, is reassured our undying love for that hot cup of happiness.
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Who doesn't need a ladder?
Let's explore a few ideas about how to build a ladder for your homestead. This project is fun and it has its purposes, but the main thing is that you can save a few dollars in the process while learning new things, especially basic carpentry, and that's always fun and useful for a true prepper/homesteader.
If you take a look on Amazon for example, you'll find cheap Chinese-made ladders starting from $30-$40 apiece; ladders that look pretty frail and fragile; truth be told, I wouldn't bet my life and limb on their sturdiness if I'd ever have to use'em.
Not to mention that you can't use one of those for decorative purposes, which is the case with an authentic wooden ladder.
Okay, maybe I am exaggerating a little bit, but you understand what I am talking about. Now, if you want to buy a rustic-looking, genuine solid-wood ladder, you can get one of those bad boys from specialty stores, too, but the price tag will skyrocket.
The idea is that, provided you have the willpower, some minor carpentry skills, and a few tools, you can DIY your own wooden ladder for a fraction of the price and you'll also have some fun in the process.
Building a ladder is a super easy endeavor and, considering that the price tag of an authentic wood-ladder starts from $249 and goes up to $400 and even more, you'll understand what's up with today's article.
Let's begin with the supply list. I would advise you to get cedar boards instead of pine ones as cedar has a rough side, which works wonders in terms of the rustic look and feel.
Here's what you're going to buy for DIY-ing a 6-foot-tall and 18-inches-wide wood ladder with 4 rungs. Obviously, if you want a bigger or a smaller ladder, you can always adjust the amount/dimensions of the lumber required in order to fit your desired size.
3 paint brushes (go for the cheapest ones, it doesn't really matter).
With the supply list taken care of, in the first part of the DIY job, you'll have to cut the lumber to your desired size. In our case, the 2 pieces of 1x2x8 must be cut to 72'' long (each), as they'll be the sides of your ladder.
The 1x4x8 cedar board will make for the rungs, i.e. you'll have to cut it in 18'' long pieces.
Next, you'll have to assemble the pieces and build the actual ladder, so put the two 1x2x8 cedar boards side by side at sixteen inches apart and make sure they're parallel, i..e the tops and bottoms line up.
Keep in mind that if using the cedar boards I've recommended, you'll need to turn them with the rough side up before proceeding to assembling them.
Now, you must measure and mark the location of each of the rungs, then attach the rungs one by one to each side of the cedar board using 2 wood screws each. When you're attaching the rungs, you should permit room for each to hang over the side boards by one inch on each side, thus making for an 18'' wide wooden ladder.
Video first seen on Home Hardware.
Be very careful that they're level from one side to another, or else you'll end up with a wobbly ladder and that's a no-no procedure.
As an alternative building/assembly method for your rustic-looking ladder, instead of using wood screws you can cut out notches for the rungs and put wood-glue inside the notches for securing the rungs firmly into place.
You'll have to make sure that the rungs go all the way in and that the notches are centered and even, whilst the two 1x2x8 cedar boards are perfectly parallel after all the rungs are in. This design is more complicated to build but it's sturdier. You can use the ladder for practical purposes anytime you want with much more confidence.
After you've assembled your rustic cedar ladder (don't worry if you didn't get your rungs spaced out evenly, it will add to the rustic flavor), it's time to give it its final finish.
Here's where the paint and stain come into play. You can use whatever paint you want, especially if you're going to be using leftover stuff.
For the sake of argument, let's say you'll use black paint. Be careful to apply it strategically via the dry brush method, i.e. you'll dip the top of the brush into the paint then use a rag/cloth/whatever to wipe most of the paint off.
Try to begin with the minimum amount of paint on the brush, as you can always add more if required. The other way around is more complicated, as you can easily imagine.
Using the dry brush method for painting your ladder is a strategic trick for making it look old, like it was sitting for a hundred years in your barn accumulating dust and dirt. Obviously, if you're not into the old-looking/vintage school of thought, you can paint your ladder using the classic method. Just make sure you paint it, as paint protects the wood from rotting and pests.
After the paint job is complete, allow it to dry and then, provided you enjoy the look of vintage ladders, apply the gray stain using the same dry brush technique. Once it dries, apply the wood-colored stain. The end result will be a brand new cedar ladder that looks old and as vintage as it gets.
The advantage of a vintage-looking wooden ladder is that it can be used outdoors as well as indoors for decorative purposes. For example, you can use it for hanging your blankets or towels; there's nothing like a unique, hand-made piece of furniture for storing your things.
Here's a video tutorial about how to build a very simple lean-to wood ladder using common tools and pressure-treated 2 by 4s. Unlike the previous "vintage" job, which is more on the decorative side, this baby is everything about functionality; it's like art vs engineering.
Have you ever tried to build your own ladder for your homestead?
Looks like Knotty Pine! I would not use that for carrying weight! Pine breaks very easy!
Yes, knots in pine can weaken it, but in this case using 2x4s that have plenty of excess material it should hold up ok. I received a hard lesson from an old time carpenter who I watched building a ladder as shown with two screws in each side. Then a couple years later I was up picking peaches from the top of my favorite tree when a rung failed and I almost took a nasty long fall. Fact is, putting screws straight into endgrain wood is a really bad idea as they have very little holding power that way. A much stronger and safer way is to use some of your scrap to make up 6 in cleats to attach on the inside of the runners for the steps to rest on. Dont forget when working near the ends of any wood to drill a hole for the screw to go in. Otherwise the screw splits the end and is worthless. You may not even notice it until it fails.
I always thought ladders shouldn't be painted, but I forget the reason.
Yes, I've made ladders in the pasts w/ treated 2 x 2s. I space the rungs 12″ apart, cutting the width of rung about 1/2″ into each side. The rung is supported by this 1/2″ deep ledge. Stainless steel screws secure the rungs to side.
I leave the last top rung about 8″ longer than others, drilling holes to insert screwdrivers and plier handles into them, as well as hanging a small bucket of fasteners when needed (Caution – remove bucket when dismounting ladder or risk counterweight causing ladder to fall).
Thanks for post – good topic !
Want to see the notches with fittings way.
This is unsafe. Never use a faster attached to the endgrain of a board to support weight. Even cleats which are a much better choice should be avoided.


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Where else in the world can you ride motorcycles, surf, skate, and snowboard in a single day?
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California gets a bad wrap at times. Sure, San Diego is an endless sea of bros in lifted 2WD pick-up trucks. And yes, everyone in LA is a DJ. But if you look past all the clichés and Governator jokes, you'll find an a truly remarkable state with incredibly diverse geography and outdoor offerings. Outside of NZ or Iceland (if you're Chris Burkard), it's just about the only place on planet Earth where you can surf, skate, and snowboard all in one day. From the rugged beauty of the Sierras to the streets of SF and the swells of Santa Cruz, California is truly a mecca of all things radical.
Knowing this well, film series projectDETOUR set out to capture the vibe of this unique state, with pro snowboarders Markus Keller, Eric Messier, Shayne Pospisil, and DBK in tow. The result is five full minutes of badass fun. Motorcycles, surfing, skateboards, beers, backcountry boarding—what else could you ask for?
Directed, shot and edited by David Bertschinger Karg, the three-part series previously features the Alps and Greece.
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TORONTO--(Marketwire - July 17, 2008) - Element 21 Golf Company (OTCBB: ETGF) (FRANKFURT: BJQ), the leading manufacturer of advanced Scandium Alloy golf and fishing equipment, announced today that it has won best product award at The International Convention of Allied Sportfishing Trades (ICAST), the world's largest sportfishing trade show, being held at the Las Vegas Convention Center from July 16-18th. The Company won in the best Clothing Category with the introduction of the "CarroTex" insulation in its line of Wind, Rain and Ice thermal rain gear. This is the second year that Element 21 has won Best product awards at the iCAST, which is the cornerstone of the sportfishing industry, helping to drive sportfishing companies' product sales year round. From buyers to media to exhibitors, ICAST annually attracts 7,000 members of the international sportfishing community.
"This is our entry point into the hunting and fishing clothing market. Once again, our technology outperforms and delivers. The sports clothing market, yet again, will expand our sales and revenue opportunities in 2008-2009, just as entry into the fishing market did last year," said Nataliya Hearn, President and CEO of Element 21. "Due to the overwhelming response our freshwater and saltwater rods have already received, we believe that our latest products will help build on our reputation for innovation. We also believe that our Winning apparel line will allow us to generate the same interest among fishermen that our fishing rods have."
Element 21 winning Wind, Fire and Ice thermal rain gear showcases the Company's new "CarroTex" insulation. "CarroTex" is ultra thin, only 2 mm thick in Wind, Rain and Ice, but provides an insulation value equal to eight times that of conventional insulations such as Poly Fill or Thinsulate. "CarroTex" is composed of 90% air making it a highly effective insulator and has the lowest thermal conductivity of any material known to man. "CarroTex" is 100% breathable, extremely strong and durable, supple, as well as 100% fire resistant and uses a person's body heat for warmth. In the same way it keeps heat in, it keeps cold out because of its low thermal conductivity creating kind of a greenhouse effect within the suit. Another feature of "CarroTex" is that it does not lose insulation value in compression as do other insulations such as Thinsulate and Poly Fill. You can sit on an ice cold rock, lean up against a snow covered tree and never notice a thing.
Ken Whiting, dubbed "THE WIZARD OF RODS" by Field & Stream writer John Merwin, has been instrumental in developing Element 21 winning products. Whiting, who is widely known and respected in the tackle industry for his innovation and technology, brings to Element 21 some 27 years of successful product design and development experience. Ken has won six "Best of Show"s in the rod category out of the seven years he has been in the tackle industry, with five of them back to back.
The Company's products are on display at Booth # 2035.
Statements in this release, other than statements of historical fact, may be regarded, in certain instances, as "forward-looking statements" pursuant to Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933 and Section 21B of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, respectively. "Forward-looking statements" are based on expectations, estimates and projections at the time the statements are made, and involve risks and uncertainties which could cause actual results or events to differ materially from those currently anticipated, including but not limited to delays, difficulties, changed strategies, or unanticipated factors or circumstances affecting e21 and its business. A number of these risks and uncertainties are described in e21's periodic reports filed with Securities and Exchange Commission. There can be no assurance that such forward-looking statements will ever prove to be accurate and readers should not place undue reliance on any such forward-looking statements contained herein, which speak only as of the date hereof. Element 21 undertakes no obligation to republish revised forward-looking statements to reflect events or circumstances after the date hereof or to reflect the occurrence of unanticipated events.


For the last 3 months, Stevie participated in Confirmation.
"Behold thy Mother, Behold thy son."
All the cousins and family came up for the special church service.
Right before Church, Peter and Grandma had a big reunion.
Marky and Cute Kate read the "Find It" book during church. They are the cutest.
Steven's wonderful confirmation mentor, Phil Pompeii.
The met together weekly for the last 3 months.
We had a dinner at Church right before the big ceremony. Cute Marky in his cub scout uniform. Matt had to leave right after to take Marky to the Pinewood Derby. We were so sad to not be there for him (Little Marky actually came in 3rd place in the entire Pack.
Phil made Steven his own cross to represent their time together. It was actually pretty cool. He put nails in the cross to symbolize Christ's sacrifice and tied the wood together with twine.
He also gave Steven a Bible with a special message for him.
So grateful to Phil for all that he did for Steven.
Steven put together a candybar story with gift cards for Phil as a thank you for all the time that Phil spent with him.
Phil's brother, Sam, came over to enjoy the gift as Stevie read the story to them.
Steven and his buddy Jack. They may become brothers-in-law some day.
We love this boys so much! My heart swells at how lucky we are to be his parents.
This is when we all went up as Stevie was getting confirmed.
The last song was so awesome and upbeat.
Everyone was on their feet, singing, dancing, and clapping their hands.
At the end of the service, everyone in the audience drapes ribbons around the confirmands with messages of HOPE. It was pretty amazing.
Stevie missed a lot of lacrosse during confirmation which was hard on him. In the end, he accomplished something great as he grew spiritually and he was still able to excel at lacrosse.
And so our journey begins. . .
We boarded this cool plane. . .
and landed here during a storm.
The nicest Fijian woman rubbed my back on the descent and landing because I started to get sick from the turbulence.
After waiting 3 hours, the Port Authority deemed it was safe to sail across the ocean to get to our island during a torrential storm.
Truly was the scariest 2 hours of my life. Everyone on the boat were so excited about being on the boat and then about 8 minutes into the boat ride, everyone was dead silent. Everyone but me- I was crying and begging to get off the boat as I became violently ill. It was as if the boat was being swallowed by the water.
Even though we were being serenaded as we left the I boat, I had to be escorted off the boat because I could not walk. We went straight to our room and took a nap. We then woke up a little green but in time to enjoy the most beautiful south pacific sunset.
Fiji consists of more than 900 islands and is considered one of the most beautiful places on the planet.
We would have to agree. We woke up to warm weather, calm waters and very clear skies. We spent our days snorkeling in the clear waters. There is an abundance of coral to explore.
Beautiful 85 degree water just steps from our door.
Fiji is a beautiful destination for a relaxing holiday.
Ordered fish and I got a fish.
Steve walking on the dock.
This picture is for my mom as the calendar of events shows Hydroponics at 10:30.
Steve was trying out different lights and stages of the sunsets.
We enjoyed the simplicity of living on the island. With no cement roads, cars, tv, or air conditioning, it was amazing to just enjoy the beauty of the island.
The night sky was amazing to look up and see all the stars!
friendliest people of the Earth.
Tons of Monkey Bats on the island.
Very interesting to watch them leave at sunset and come back to sleep in the morning in this tree.
Our view just steps from our door.
As the sun set, we enjoyed watching the beautiful colors being showcased across the sky.
With our last South Pacific sunset. . . We were off to New Zealand.
Update from my cell phone. . .
Is More people causing Mischief necessary. . .


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Novartis AG (NVS - Get Report) said Monday that it will buy French drugmaker Advanced Accelerator Applications (AAAP for $3.9 billion in a deal to strengthen its oncology businesses.
The Swiss pharmaceutical company has entered into a memorandum of understanding to buy all of the share capital of Advanced Accelerator Application (AAA), a radiopharmaceutical company.
AAA develops, produces and commercializes Molecular Nuclear Medicines including Lutathera, which was approved in Europe in September 2017 for use use against gastroenteropancreatic neuroendocrine tumors. The drug, which treats the kind of cancer that killed Apple founder Steve Jobs, is under review for use in the U.S.
Under the deal Novarits will make a cash offer of $41 a share for Nasdaq-listed AAA and $82 per American Depositary Share, subject to certain conditions, valuing AAA at $3.9 billion. The deal has been approved by AAA's board of directors and the tender offer is expected to commence upon completion of consultation with work councils.
"Novartis has a strong legacy in the development and commercialization of medicines for neuroendocrine tumors where significant unmet need remains for patients," said Novartis Oncology CEO Bruno Strigini said in a statement.. "With Lutathera we can build on this legacy by expanding the global reach of this novel, differentiated treatment approach and work to maximize Advanced Accelerator Applications broader RLT pipeline and an exciting technology platform."
AAA, which was spun off from Europe's physics research center CERN 15 years ago, had sales of $78 million in the first half of 2017, with a net loss from continuing operations of $24.2 million.
AAA's ADR closed at $72.91 on Friday after gaining 5.68% and Novartis closed at $81.05.


Say goodbye to Baby's Colic.
Motherhood definitely isn't easy and has loads of hard times, but initially, they all pass and only good ones remain. As soon as that sweet little one arrives parents try to create the safest place for their newborn baby who is accustomed to living in her mother's womb and now he/she is adjusting to this new world.
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Colic is mother's worst nightmare and a child's most dreaded face as it involves sleepless nights and pain that cannot be described in words .I always wanted my baby to get instant relief without allopathic medications as it may take a toll on child's body.
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The best choice for RV yachts - flexible solar panels (TR SOLAR)
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The best choice for RV yachts - flexible solar panels
The best flexible solar panels must have good conversion efficiency and can be bent to a 30-degree arc without damage, these are the most important features for the best flexible solar panels. With that two important features, the flexible solar panels can be applied to more irregular surface applications, such as RVs, Boats, Cars, Marines, campers, and Vans.
What is more about the best flexible solar panels?
In addition to the above two features, another two features that are also very important, there are Service Life and Cost performance. In general, you should know the following four features about the best flexible solar panels.
1, Conversion Efficiency
Generally speaking, flexible solar panels are made from monocrystalline silicon wafers and laminated materials. The conversion efficiency of monocrystalline silicon wafers is uneven on the market, basically between 15% and 25% efficiency, usually the conversation efficiency less than 18% silicon wafers are not suitable for making the flexible solar panels.
2, Flexible
Base on this flexible solar panel that needs to be mounted to irregular surfaces that are on Vans, Cars, Home roofs, so it must be a little flexible and bendable. However, in fact, there are many mono-crystal flexible solar panels cannot be bent to a large arc
3, Service Life.
If the flexible solar panels are installed and maintained properly, the service life can last more than 10 years. There are two types due to the production process, one is PET laminated and another one is ETFE laminated solar panel. ETFE solar panel is better than PET's because it has better corrosion resistance and makes it more suitable for applications at sea, such as RVs, ships, sailboats, marines, boats, etc, and ETFE service life is longer than PET, but the price is much more expensive than PET.
4, Cost-Effective
The price/performance ratio of the flexible solar panel is mainly reflected in the wholesale price, and the wholesale price is actually mainly reflected in the cost of raw materials. PET laminated solar panel is much cheaper than ETFE flexible solar panel, but we strongly recommend the ETFE panel to use in the applications at the sea. Compared with the US solar cell, the most cost-effective is the monocrystalline silicon wafer of no less than 19% efficiency comes from China.
Well, above are the most important four features to judge the best flexible solar panels. If you have any questions, feel free to contact us. We offer OEM and ODM service to a lot of brands and make our own brand. Which is the best flexible solar panel for your own systems, give us an email.
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This campground and the following are lower elevation campgrounds in Kings Canyon proper.John Muir considered Kings Canyon as a rival to Yosemite Valley.Located in the southern Sierra Nevada, Kings Canyon National Park borders Sequoia National Park on the north.Follow the links for hotel descriptions, photographs and reservations.
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Whitewater rafting, Kaweah Lake, and golf all within easy access to this hotel.
These offer granite peaks, bustling rivers, numerous hiking trails, expansive meadows, and native wildlife.
Kings Canyon National Park is adjacent to Sequoia, and you can enter it directly from Sequoia NP via Route 198.Giant Forest and Cedar Grove lodges are open during the summer.
Lodging near kings canyon national park keyword after analyzing the system lists the list of keywords related and the list of websites with related content, in addition you can see which keywords most interested customers on the this website.Lodging in both Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks is available through Kings Canyon Park Services, PO Box 909, Kings Canyon NP, CA 93633 Grant Grove Lodge in Kings Canyon is open all year. Welcome to Sequoia Motel in Three Rivers, California The Ideal Lodging Spot for National Park Visitors. Find reviews for Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks, CA family vacations.
Complete hotel lodging information for Holiday Inn Express Three Rivers in (near) Kings Canyon, California - discount hotel reservations available.
Check out other sights like Zumwalt Meadow and Roaring River Falls.
Find the best lodging choices near all the entrances to Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Park, Sequoia Natioal Forest and Sequoia National Monument.The main towns with hotels close to Kings Canyon National Park are Three Rivers (41 miles), Dinuba (61 miles), Visalia (72 miles) and Fresno (73 miles) - distances from the CA 180-245 road junction near Grant Grove.
This Lodge is like a summer camp in the national park, far in the park so the cell service is spotty. Hotels in Kings Canyon National Park Big Stump Entrance Book reservations for Kings Canyon National Park Big Stump Entrance hotels, motels, and resorts, with thousands of reviews on ORBITZ.Kings Canyon National Park is a park and is nearby to Kid Peak, Goat Mountain and Munger Peak.
Looking to Visit Kings Canyon Scenic Byway in Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks, CA.The vast majority of sequoias are in a 70-mile-long stretch of the Sierra Nevada in Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks and the neighboring Sequoia National Monument.The Sequoia Motel offers comfortable rooms and cabins perfect for travelers visiting Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks in Three Rivers, California.Hike the trails of Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Park while you stay at Visalia Marriott at the Convention Center.
Govinda is a very nice host, and made our stay very pleasant and comfortable, with soup, pancakes, and good energy.In Sequoia and Kings Canyon national parks, you can treat yourself (and the family) to a high-quality meal in a wonderful setting in the Peaks restaurant at Wuksachi Lodge, but otherwise you.
The main, northern entrance lies about 50 miles east of Fresno along Highway 180.The house is close to the Kings Canyon National Park, and more affordable than the hotels nearby.
Explore the most popular trail running trails in Kings Canyon National Park with hand-curated trail maps and driving directions as well as detailed reviews and photos from hikers, campers and nature lovers like you.Travel to the Giant Forest to stare up in awe at the General Sherman Tree.


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Meltdown of Public Opinon on Climate Change
RECENT events are now resulting in more people questioning the validity of the science behind climate change. Could this be the beginning of a meltdown in public opinion on global warming?
The recent period of freezing temperatures and the failure of the Copenhagen climate summit to agree legally binding greenhouse gas targets provided the backdrop for two events that have threatened the creditability of climate change science.
The "Climategate" fiasco saw the contents of emails stolen from the University of East Anglia's Climatic Research Unit leading to accusations that a number of researchers had manipulated data.
Meanwhile, the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC), the leading body for the assessment of the scientific evidence of climate change, admitted it had got it wrong on predicting Himalayan glaciers could disappear by 2035.
Taken all together, it is not surprising that the general public is beginning to question whether climate change is really happening. A recent BBC Poll suggests that scepticism about climate change is on the rise. Of the 1,001 adults polled, 25 per cent did not think global warming was happening.
This is a 10 per cent increase on a similar poll that was conducted last year. Those who said climate change was real had fallen from 83 to 75 per cent. Only 26 per cent believed that climate change was happening and was largely the result of human activities.
Climate change is unlike any other environmental issue. For some, it is seen as a new religion with those sceptical of the evidence labelled "deniers" as if they were questioning the existence of a divine being. Unless you live on a small island state such as Tuvalu, near Fiji, which is slowly sinking due to the rising sea level, it is easy to think climate change is a myth.
There is also public confusion over the difference between weather – atmospheric conditions over hours or days – and climate – changes in the atmosphere over years. This has led some people to think that the recent heavy snowfall and sub-zero temperatures are sufficient evidence that global warming is not real.
How climate change is communicated plays a powerful role in influencing public attitudes and determining whether people are willing to reduce their carbon footprint. The alarmist language used by the media to describe the potential impact of climate change has been referred to as "climate porn" – offering a thrilling spectacle but ultimately distancing the public from the problem. The use of apocalyptic media images of receding glaciers, scorched land, flooded metropolises and polar bears grappling for survival all foster public apathy.
It is no wonder the public feels disempowered. The issue is portrayed as being so big and multifaceted that it seems unreal and more like science fiction rather than science fact.
Climate sceptics are quick to claim that Climategate and the "Glaciergate" are evidence of "dodgy" climate science. While a few points in the IPCC report may be incorrect, this does not invalidate the last four assessments of the basic science of climate change. There is overwhelming evidence to suggest that global warming is due to human activity.
The reality is that climate science is still developing as new evidence comes to light. We are still trying to understand the complexity of the global climate system and the effect and speed of different feedback mechanisms.
For example, a scientific survey of Siberian tundra coastlines has reported methane levels are roughly 100 times above normal. Methane is a greenhouse gas 20 times more powerful than carbon dioxide.
More than 10 times the annual global greenhouse emissions are thought to be trapped in tundra across the world. As the tundra thaws will it become a "Methane Bomb"?
Health damaging particles in polluting gases emitted by industry, traffic and domestic heating have a "cooling" effect on the climate. In reducing local air pollution are we lowering this cooling effect and inadvertently accelerating global warming?
Many questions such as these require further scientific investigation.
It is too easy to dismiss the whole climate change issue as mass hysteria. Prevention is always much better than cure. It is right that we take action now to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, adapt to predicted climate change and move to a low carbon economy.
We need to become more efficient in our energy use and develop renewable energy sources. After all, whether climate change happens or not, we still have to face up to the fact of dwindling oil reserves and our over-consumption of natural resources.
Whatever doubt we may have about climate science, or whether climate change is really happening, a fundamental question remains – are we willing to gamble with our children's future on this planet?
Author garyhaqPosted on 15/02/2010 24/02/2010 Categories Climate Change, Global Politics, Human Ecology, Policy, PollutionTags Climate Change, Climate deniers, climate porn, Climate sceptics, climategate, Climatic Reserach Unit, evidence, glaciergate, Human Ecology, IPCC, methane time bomb
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tommoriarty says:
The tree-ring data that Michael Mann used in his 2008 version of the hockey stick has a worse correlation to temperature than to atmospheric CO2. You can see the details here.
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Dr Richard Lawson says:
"Could this be the beginning of a meltdown in public opinion on global warming?" Nah. The sceptics are having a flash in the pan, abetted by gullible journos. Truth will win out in the end, as things get worse. Eventually. After something like the Great Flood of London.
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Moodie C (Online 2015). Novel ways of using tobacco packaging to communicate health messages: Interviews with packaging and marketing experts. Addiction Research & Theory, online 17th July. doi: 10.3109/16066359.2015.1064905.


This 11×14 lithograph features Andy and Opie walking along carrying the prized "Eagle Eye Annie" fishing pole. Each lithograph comes matted and framed with certificate of authenticity.
The Andy Griffith Show is an American sitcom first televised by CBS between October 3, 1960 and April 1, 1968. Andy Griffith portrays a widowed sheriff in a fictional small community of Mayberry, North Carolina. His life is complicated by an inept but well-meaning deputy, Barney Fife (Don Knotts), an elderly aunt and housekeeper, Aunt Bee (Frances Bavier), and a young son, Opie (Ron Howard). Local ne'er-do-wells, bumbling pals, and temperamental girlfriends further complicate his life.
This collectible 11×14 lithograph features Jim Nabors as Gomer Pyle Comes matted and framed with certificate of authenticity.
January 14. 1963 (third season, episode 79) was the day Gomer Pyle made his debut on the Andy Griffith Show as the lovable, but dimwitted mechanic at Wally's Service Station. Gomer's skills as a mechanic may not have been popular with Sheriff Taylor and Deputy Fife, but his popularity with America was immediate and his catch phrases caught on fast. Gomer Pyle is best known for his trademark phrases "Shazam", "Gaaw-leee", and "Citizen's Arrest, Citizen's Arrest." After only one season, Gomer's overwhelming appeal led him to his own show "Gomer Pyle, U.S.M.C., which aired for 5 seasons at the top of the Nielsen ratings.
License Plate Holder – I'd Rather Be Watching . . .
Add some oomp to your automobile with this "I'd Rather be Watching the Andy Griffith Show" license plate holder.
This 11×14 lithograph features the Men of Mayberry at the fishing hole. Each lithograph comes matted and framed with certificate of authenticity.
Send your friends a flash from the past with these Andy Griffith vintage postcards. Each image caputures the personalities that made Mayberry everyone's favorite hometown! Package of 5 assorted cards.


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Breaking	Televisions
Samsung may get sued for stealing QLED tech from British company
Husnain Mustafa
Samsung is one of the leading Smart TV manufacturers today. The tech giant provides great displays not only in their televisions but also in computer monitors and mobile phones. QLED TVs. are one of the flagship products in the TV category from Samsung. This technology came a few years before and replaced the backlit LED panels used previously.
The concept of these devices is similar to a regular LED TV, but instead of a backlight, they use small nanoparticles called Quantum Dots to produce brightness and colors. The first commercial product using QLED technology came from sony, but soon after that, Samsung developed one too and gave licenses to other companies as well. While the name does include LED, this technology still uses a backlit LDC panel. Only the backlight is improved and consists of thousands of LEDs.
(Source: gizmochina.com )
QLEDs use a technology called Quantum Dots for displays. Samsung collaborated with a British company called Nanoco on developing quantum dots. The two companies, later on, had a falling out, and Samsung decided to part ways. Both of the companies failed to agree on an out of court settlement. Consequently, Nanoco is planning to sue Samsung now.
Based in England, Nanoco Technologies is valued at around 52 million pounds. The company's key developments are nanomaterials and the production of cadmium-free quantum dots. Samsung uses this Quantum Dot technology in their new displays. Nanoco says that they owned the patent for the development of Quantum dots, and Samsung stole this and used it in their flagship QLED TVs.
Also, Nanoco now plans to take this matter into court and is preparing to Sue the South Korean tech giant Samsung. They have hired a Litigation Finance Specialist from the US that has agreed to pay for the case for a share from the company's winnings. Commenting on this plan Michael Edelman CEO of Naonoco Technologies, said: "The successful outcome of their extensive and detailed due diligence, including the use of independent experts, adds to our significant confidence in our case against Samsung."
Patent disputes are not something new in the tech world. Most of the analysts think that this is just a deliberate move by Nanoco to defeat Samsung in the patent war and make Samsung acquire them. We all know how long and frustrating these court disputed turn out to be. Therefore companies always prefer to find an easy way out of them.
Source: Samsung
Samsung, on the other hand, refuses to put forward any comment on this case. The tech manufacturer has earned a lot of benefits from this new technology. Samsung has plans to replace LED-backlit LCD to QLED technology in all its panels for the future. As a result, this lawsuit could hurt Samsung's plans to launch microLED and QD-OLED TV devices as well. You can read more about future devices here.
Samsung sold around 5 million QLED TVs last year. It is one of the leading TV manufacturers and sellers in the market right now. The company expects to increase its market share even more in the next year. Now with this case out there, the numbers for 2020 could take a hit.
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Erdogan says Turkish troops have begun Libya deployment
TRIPOLI: Libyan mourners offer condolences to each other during the funeral of army cadets, who were killed in an air strike on a military school, in the Martyrs Square of Libya's capital Tripoli on Sunday. At least 28 people were killed and dozens injured on Saturday in an air strike on a military school in the Libyan capital Tripoli.-AFP
ANKARA: Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan on Sunday said Turkish soldiers had begun deploying to Libya after parliament approved such a move last week. "Our soldiers' duty there is coordination. They will develop the operation center there. Our soldiers are gradually going right now," he told CNN Turk broadcaster during an interview.
The Turkish parliament passed a bill allowing the government to send troops to Libya aimed at shoring up the UN-recognized government in Tripoli. The Tripoli government has come under sustained attack since military strongman general Khalifa Haftar launched his offensive in April.
Haftar is backed by Turkey's regional rivals, the United Arab Emirates and Egypt, while the UN-backed government has the support of Ankara and its ally Qatar. Erdogan said Turkey's objective was "not to fight", but "to support the legitimate government and avoid a humanitarian tragedy". He added that Turkey would not be deploying its own combat forces. "Right now, we will have different units serving as a combatant force," he said, without giving details on who the fighters would be and where they would come from. Senior Turkish military personnel would coordinate the "fighting force", Erdogan explained, sharing their experience and information to support Tripoli.
Turkey's move comes after the Tripoli-based Government of National Accord made a formal request for military support. Libya and Turkey signed security and maritime agreements in November last year, angering Mediterranean countries including Greece and Cyprus who also seek to exploit energy resources in the region.
The European Union's top diplomat meanwhile warned yesterday that more intense fighting could be about to break out around the Libyan capital Tripoli, calling for a political solution to the crisis. "Recent developments in Libya indicate that an escalation of violence around Tripoli could be imminent," said the EU high representative for foreign affairs, Josep Borrell. The UN Security Council was to meet later on the situation in Libya, where Turkish troops have begun deploying to protect the UN-recognized government from the forces of military strongman Khalifa Haftar.
"Today it is more urgent than ever to work genuinely towards a political solution to the crisis in Libya," he said. "The European Union calls on all sides to engage in a political process under the leadership of the United Nations. The European Union will continue to deploy all efforts towards finding a peaceful and political solution to this process."
The North African country was plunged into chaos with the killing of dictator Moamer Kadhafi in a 2011 NATO-backed uprising. It is now divided between the GNA and rival authorities based in the country's east. More than 280 civilians and more than 2,000 fighters have been killed since the start of Haftar's assault on Tripoli, according to the United Nations. The fighting has displaced some 146,000 people.
Egypt announced yesterday that it will hold a meeting with four European Mediterranean countries about developments in neighboring Libya after Turkey began deploying troops in the war-torn North African nation. The talks-to be held in Cairo tomorrow-will bring together foreign ministers from France, Italy, Greece and Cyprus, Egypt's foreign ministry said. The ministers will tackle the "rapid developments" in Libya and "ways to push efforts to reach a comprehensive settlement" between rival administrations there, a statement said.
Libya has seen an escalation of the turmoil that has gripped the oil-rich country since a NATO-backed uprising that toppled and killed dictator Muammar Gaddafi in 2011. Egypt, the United Arab Emirates and Russia back strongman general Khalifa Haftar, who launched an offensive in April to capture Tripoli from the UN-recognized Government of National Accord (GNA). – AFP


Father, I'm Ready addresses the timeless theme of love demonstrated through sacrifice. The biblical story of Jephthah, retold here with imagination and feeling, illustrates that, though a person may feel rejected by others, he need never feel rejected by God. As such, the tale is encouraging and reassuring, in that there is a place in the plan of salvation for everyone.
Although not raised in a Christian home, David J. Lamson was born into a Christian heritage. He received Christ at 19 while in the Navy stationed on the island of Guam. He was immediately attracted to the Bible and its insights into spiritual truths.
Lamson became affiliated with The Navigators organization while serving at the Naval Station near San Diego. Feeling the need to become a missionary, he was accepted into the New Tribes Mission. He and his wife were with NTM for 21 years, most of that time in Papua New Guinea. This support ministry kept him quite busy, but his thoughts of writing Father, I'm Ready began there.
After serving with NTM, Lamson had more time to study and put the story of his book together. He and his wife were also able to be near his dad before he died, and now to be close to her parents. They also have time for their hobby of kayaking and kayak fishing on flat water.


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Taiwan Cries Foul as China Snatches Ally Dominican Republic Away
Taiwanese Foreign Minister Joseph Wu attends a news conference, following an agreement by China and the Dominican Republic to establish diplomatic ties, in Taipei, Taiwan, May 1, 2018.
TAIPEI/BEIJING - The Dominican Republic severed ties with Taiwan and switched its allegiance to China on Tuesday, in another diplomatic blow to the self-ruled island, which accused the Caribbean nation of accepting false promises of aid from Beijing.
Taiwan, claimed by China as its own, has formal relations now with only 19 countries, many of them poor nations in Central America and the Pacific. China says Taiwan is simply a wayward province with no right to state-to-state ties.
China and Taiwan have tried to poach each other's allies over the years, often dangling generous aid packages in front of developing nations, though Taipei struggles to compete with an increasingly powerful China.
Panama ended its long-standing relationship with Taiwan last year in a major diplomatic victory for China.
China has stepped up the pressure on Taiwan since the 2016 election as president of Tsai Ing-wen from the pro-independence Democratic Progressive Party. Beijing fears she will push for Taiwan's formal independence, but Tsai says she wants to maintain the status quo.
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People walk next to the flag of the Dominican Republic (3rd R) inside the Taiwan Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Taipei, Taiwan, May 1, 2018.
The news on the Dominican Republic drew strong and swift condemnation from Taiwan Foreign Minister Joseph Wu, who told reporters that China had offered financial incentives to attract their support.
"President Danilo Medina of the Dominican Republic has ignored our long-term partnership, the wishes of the people of the Dominican Republic, and the years of development assistance provided by Taiwan, to accept false promises of investment and aid by China," Wu said.
Taiwan "strongly condemns China's objectionable decision to use dollar diplomacy to convert Taiwan's diplomatic allies.
Beijing's attempts at foreign policy have only served to drive a wedge between the people on both sides of the Taiwan Strait, erode mutual trust and further harm the feelings of the people of Taiwan," he added.
The Caribbean country had been a diplomatic ally of what is formally the Republic of China - Taiwan's official name - for 77 years, including when the government ruled all of China before being forced to Taiwan in 1949 after losing a civil war to the Communists.
Taiwan's presidential office said that despite the severe challenges, the government would not bow its head in pressure to Beijing, and vowed to do all it could to protect Taiwan's interests.
Dominican Republic Foreign Minister Miguel Vargas
Dominican Republic Foreign Minister Miguel Vargas (L) embraces China's Foreign Minister Wang Yi after a signing ceremony where they formally established relations, in Beijing, May 1, 2018.
The Chinese government's top diplomat, State Councillor Wang Yi, lauded the decision, in comments to reporters in Beijing at a hastily arranged news conference.
"This important and correct decision by the Dominican Republic absolutely accords with the basic interests of the country and its people," Wang said. "We highly appreciate this."
Growth potential immense
The Dominican Republic said it had taken the decision after a long process of consultation, taking its needs and potential into account, according to a statement on the president's website.
It said that even without formal diplomatic ties, China was already its second largest supplier of imported products.
"Of course we know that now we're establishing diplomatic relations, the growth potential of our trade links is immense," presidential legal advisor Flavio Dario Espinal said.
Espinal said that the government was grateful to Taiwan.
"We are deeply grateful for the cooperation we've shared for years," he said. "However, history and the socioeconomic reality force us now to change direction."
In Taipei, Wu said China had failed to follow through on its promises to former Taiwan diplomatic allies, including $140 million in aid to the small West African country of Sao Tome and Principe in late 2016.
"Developing nations should be aware of the danger of falling into a debt trap when engaging with China," he said.
Neither Wang, nor Dominican Republic Foreign Minister Miguel Vargas Maldonado, who stood by his side at the Beijing news conference, took questions from reporters.
Speaking in March, Wang said it was in the best interests of Taiwan's few remaining diplomatic allies to recognize an "irresistible trend" and ditch Taipei in favor "one China" ruled by Beijing.
The Vatican is possibly next on the list, as the Holy See and China edge closer to an accord on the appointment of bishops in China.
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I found a very helpful article on www.apartmenttherapy.com about first-time home buying and the budgeting headaches we, and first-time buyers oftern experience (or forget) and thought I'd share. I've also included some tips from personal experience wth buyers I've helped. Remember, if at any point you need advise or assistance, I'm always here to help you.
The countdown to buying your first home is innately defined by one thing: the balance in your savings account. Unlike car loans and the too-expensive shoes you put on your charge card, you can't exactly buy a home with zero money down, so most people who have their sights set on homeownership begin by saving for a (sizeable) down payment.
It's easy, as first-time buyers, to fixate on just the cost of your dream home. But the actual process of buying a home costs money, too, above and beyond the purchase price—usually between 2 percent to 5 percent. So if you're looking to put 5% down on a $300,000 home—$15,000—you'll have to come to the table on closing day with potentially double that amount, around $30,000 or more.
- The particulars of your closing costs will depend on your unique situation, including where you want to buy and what sort of agreements you make with your lender or build into your contract with the seller.
When you're serious about buying a home, your realtor and lender will begin to walk you through what closing costs you're likely to pay in your position. But if buying a home is on the horizon for you, the best thing you can do right now is to begin to budget for the closing costs. If you've set a goal for your down payment—on paper, through your budgeting software or just in your head—bump that amount up, by at least 2 percent of what your dream starter home will cost.


Ghana's new President Nana Akufo-Addo pledged to cut taxes to boost the economy at his swearing in ceremony on Saturday. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).
ROUGH CUT - NATURAL (NO REPORTER NARRATION) Ghana's new President Nana Akufo-Addo pledged to cut taxes to boost the economy at his swearing in ceremony on Saturday, whilst also promising to protect the public purse by getting value for money on services. Akufo-Addo, 72, defeated incumbent John Dramani Mahama in peaceful elections a month ago, a rare peaceful transfer of power in a region plagued by political crises. The major cocoa and gold exporter is half-way through a three-year aid programme with the International Monetary Fund to fix an economy dogged by high public debt and inflation. It is not clear how the new president will be able to cut taxes and still stick to an IMF austerity plan that was a condition of a $918 million bailout. "We will reduce taxes to recover the momentum of our economy," said Akufo-Addo, wrapped in a traditional kaleidoscopic "kente" robe. "Ghana is open for business again." At the venue for the inauguration in Black Star Square, thousands of Ghanaians also draped in traditional kente garments clapped. Outside the perimeters, revellers drummed and danced. Akufo-Addo suggested government money would be spent wisely. "I shall protect the public purse by insisting on value for money," he said. "Public service is just that: service, and (is) not be seen as an opportunity for making money." Ghana expects growth will return to above eight percent in 2017 as new oil and gas fields from Tullow and ENI come on tap. Akufo-Addo served as foreign minister and attorney general in the NPP government that ruled between 2001 and 2009. He twice previously lost close battles for the presidency. He is the son of a former chief justice and non-executive president of Ghana. During his campaign, he had accused the Mahama administration of corruption and incompetence, charges the outgoing president denied. Mahama attended the ceremony. It was also attended by dozens of African leaders and other international dignitaries, including Chadian President Idris Deby, President Ellen Johnson Sirleaf of Liberia and former UN chief Kofi Annan. Ghanaians are proud of having a stable democracy and acutely aware that it is a rarity in turbulent region. Akufo-Addo's New Patriotic Party also won a majority of 169 seats in Parliament while the former ruling National Democratic Congress now has 106 seats.


The world's largest particle accelerator (LHC) is taking a well-deserved break — but only as a preparation for greater things to come. Unlike that time in 2016 when a weasel chewed through some wires, this time it's all going according to plan: it's not a malfunction, but a preparation for an upgrade.
When you switch your computer on and off, it does it right away. If you need some software updates, at most you'd need a few minutes for them to be installed. But if your computer operates a 27-kilometer groundbreaking particle accelerator, things aren't nearly as simple. Scientists at the European Organization for Nuclear Research (CERN) will have to spend the next two years performing maintenance work and improving its capabilities.
The particle collisions that already took place at the LHC produced a tremendous amount of data, with more than 300 petabytes (300 million gigabytes) being stored in CERN's data center tape libraries. As a recent CERN press release explains, that's "the equivalent of 1000 years of 24/7 video streaming." So far, this data has already produced impressive results, especially being able to confirm the existence of the elusive Higgs Boson.
The next run of experiments will produce collisions at even higher energies. In order to achieve this, several components of the accelerator chain (injectors) that feed the LHC with protons will be renewed to produce more intense beams. The detectors (which monitor the effects of the particle collisions) and several other parts will also be upgraded, and a software update will also be required to fit these changes.
In and of itself, 14 TeV is not that remarkable; for comparison, 1 TeV is the energy required for a mosquito to fly — but instead of a mosquito, all that energy is concentrated into a single particle collision, trillions and trillions of times smaller than a mosquito. More intense beams will allow CERN scientists to smash particles together harder than ever before, which will unlock the "next level" of the LHC's capacity, and unleash a new set of experiments.
All of this will take just over two years — if everything goes according to plan, of course.


Edward Norton was among the mourners at a weekend wake for the New York City firefighter who died in a huge blaze on the set of the actor/director's new movie.
Michael Davidson was killed as he and his crew battled the fire in Harlem on Thursday, when flames erupted in a basement one floor below the St. Nick's Jazz Pub, where Norton had been filming Motherless Brooklyn, starring Bruce Willis, Willem Dafoe, and Alec Baldwin.
The Fight Club star heaped praise on Davidson and his fellow crewmembers for their bravery in a sombre post on Instagram on Saturday, and on Sunday, Norton paid his respects to the fallen firefighter's family at his wake in Long Island.
According to reports, the 48-year-old was escorted to the front of the long line of mourners to share his sorrow with Davidson's friends and family.
His funeral is set to take place at St. Patrick's Cathedral in Manhattan on Tuesday.
In his Instagram tribute, Norton, who is directing Motherless Brooklyn, expressed his awe at the firefighters for risking their lives to save others.
Norton has since also encouraged fans to consider donating to a scholarship fund set up by officials at the New York City Fire Department for Davidson's four kids.


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S&P Cuts Greece to 'Selective Default'
Standard & Poor's on Monday lowered its credit rating on Greece to 'selective default.'
S&P said it revised its 'CC' long-term and 'C' short-term sovereign credit ratings on Greece to 'SD,' or selective default.
The move was expected following a Greek debt restructuring agreement reached last week that will require Greek bondholders to accept haircuts in many cases of more than 50%.
S&P said the agreement, hammered together so that Greece could obtain a $170 billion bailout package, "materially changes the original terms of the affected debt and constitutes the launch of what we consider to be a distressed debt restructuring."
The ratings firm said it views the restructuring of Greece's debt, especially on terms that are unfavorable to its bondholders, as "a default by Standard & Poor's published definition."
Under certain circumstances, Greece could see its 'CCC' rating reinstated based on S&P's forward-looking assessment of Greece's creditworthiness, S&P said in a statement.
However, the fear of a Greek default still looms if "a sufficient number of bondholders do not accept the exchange offer," according to the ratings firm. S&P noted that additional bailout funds earmarked for Greece will only be released if a successful bond deal is completed. A default is likely if Greece doesn't get that bailout money.
Also Monday, S&P lowered its outlook on the European Financial Stability Facility [EFSF], the fund for bailing out debt-laden eurozone countries.