We start the Posidonia 2012 exhibition tour from the Ports sector, immediately after the opening; Tanger Med Port Authority engages in the management and development of port activities in the Mediterranean area. Its facilities include container terminals, ro-ro and passengers' terminals, bulk and general cargo terminals, and car carriers, as well as hydrocarbons terminals that provide bunkering services and supplies refined products. The company was founded in 2007 and is based in Tanger, Morocco. Tanger Med Port Authority operates as a subsidiary of Agence Spéciale Tanger Méditerranée.
PSB & Co – the Gregory Papadakis stand (pictured on the left with Gregory in the middle talking with staff and guests) which also included the Exa Industries Group, The Sponge-Jet Inc and Vitoria Bay Marine Services Ltad. PSB & Co was launched in 2005 and deals mainly with the representation of most reputable foreign shipyards, manufacturers of spare parts and service companies from all over the shipping spectrum – over fifty companies!
The entrance to the British Pavilion with The Nautical Institute's stand in centre stage – Bridget Hogan attending. The Nautical Institute is an international representative body for maritime professionals involved in the control of sea-going ships and provides a wide range of services to enhance the professional standing and knowledge of members who are drawn from all sectors of the maritime world.
Coming to paints, one of the most important ingredient of the shipping industry with debates going on every day, particularly by environmentalists and their likes with respect preservation of the environment but equally from those wanting safety and maintenance to be the number one issue, PPG Protective & Marine Coatings had right from the beginning a very busy stand – see the picture with Dimitris Monogioudis a centre stage. PPG is a world leader in protective and marine coatings with application in the Marine Industry Civil Infrastructure, Petrochemicals, Rail to mention but a few.
Next stop The Elliniki Etairia – the Society for the Environmental and Cultural Heritage, which was founded in 1972. Its aim is to enhance the interest of Greek citizens in the value of their cultural and natural heritage and to raise their awareness on the importance of maintaining an ecological balance. Within this context, the Society is involved in a wide range of actions, namely proposing and promoting environmental policies, working for the conservation of natural habitats and landscapes of natural beauty, protecting monuments, traditional settlements and historical sites, and raising public awareness.
Members of the Piraeus office in a jubilant mood!
Bureau Veritas' stand was in a more than a festive mood. Created in 1828, Bureau Veritas is a world leader in conformity assessment and certification services. A member of IACS controls a great stake in the world of Class Societies from ships to the offshore industry and beyond.
BV helps its clients to improve their performances by offering services and innovative solutions in order to ensure that their products, infrastructures and processes meet standards and regulations in terms of quality, health and safety, environmental protection and social responsibility.
WISTA's Angie Hartmann, third from the left in the picture below and guests with Aris Papatheodorou – in white on the right. BPCO's stand – the up and coming shiprepairs brokers, who provide clients with technical and shipmanager services was once again providing their expertise to the international visitors. With offices and a reliable network of associates in various countries and regions, notably the Far East, UAE, India, Inited States, South Africa and the Baltic Sea As far as the Technical Consultancy division is concerned, BPCO provides its clients with services that include Feasibility studies, New-Building Supervision, New-Building Plan Approval and Conversions of Single Hull Oil Tankers.
At the turn towards the exit of Hall 2 spotted Lieutenant (HCG) George Mandalakis, Admiral Theodore Foustanos, Deputy Commandant of the Hellenic Coast Guard, Captain (HCG) Alekos Tselikis and Adm. Foustanos' aid-du-camp Lieutenant (HCG) Nikos Matoulas.
Before leaving for the day and join the receptions, we spotted our good old friend Commodore (Rt.HCG) Nicholas Nesteroulis and his colleague Yianni Lymberopoulos in front of their company's stand The INSB. The International Naval Survey Bureau is a non-governmental ship classification society activated in the international maritime industry.
Ah, …we missed the exit but bumped to another group of friends who are now together in the promising field of shipmanagement. Rajaish Bajpee (at the centre of the picture on the left) , Bernard Schulte's Shipmanagement CEO with Andreas Droussiotis the non-executive Chairman (next to him on the left), Adonis Violaris the Marketing and Corporate Communications Director (at the far left) and other guests. BSM as it is also known, this is a highly integrated maritime services company and a market leader in quality, versatility and fleet size. BSM provides an unparalleled concentration of shore and ship-based maritime and engineering expertise. Looking after 650 ships and with over 17, 000 employees onboard and ashore, is not by chance..
The opening of the exhibition to the public on the 5th of June found our team spread all over the place – others at the TradeWinds mega debate (see our previous reporting on June) others at the American Embassy's organised Piracy event and others taking their…rounds and meeting people, friends and clients at the stands.
The Lloyd's Register stand at Hall 4 was not only busy, but provided mini seminars, something very unique as we witnessed visitors saying: "…Lloyd's (Register) are on the educational mode…" Lloyd's Register, the oldest classification society, has built a reputation for improving safety and environmental performance at every stage of the ship's life working closely with owners, operators, shipmanagers, and builders worldwide, delivering tailored solutions based on unrivalled experience and the latest technical insight.
The MAN Diesel & Turbo Hellas Ltd stand was amongst the busiest ones. Headed by old pal Dimitris Vlantos – studied shipping business together, the company MAN Diesel & Turbo SE is the world's leading provider of large-bore diesel engines and turbomachinery for marine and stationary applications. Customers receive worldwide after-sales services marketed under the MAN PrimServ brand.
Now this is a catch, a hit to spot Fotis Karamitsos – pictured on the left. Karamitsos is a Director within the Directorate General for Mobility and Transport (DG MOVE) of the European Commission, a well travelled technocrat and speaker in many international events, forums and symposiums. He couldn't miss Posidonia!
Now here she is, Dr. Aleka Mandaraka-Sheppard the founding Director of the London Shipping Law Centre, one of the most powerful Legal Centre's in the world, headed by a woman. Log on and see what's up and be ready for the 2012/2013 events and lectures; it benefits all!
The Korean National pavilion, one of the biggest and given the importance in shipping, trading, shipbuilding, shiprepair as well as the off-shore industries – car making, IT and communications to name but a few, was visited by the majority of this year's Posidonia visitors.
Informa's publications, books in particular; well you dead well know how to order! Lloyd's List complementing the other side of the stand was in full force covering every event of Posidonia 2012.
Aspida's stand and its staff were there to tackle every eventuality; a very busy stand according to our statistics held prior to the closing of the Posidonia show. The company, Aspida Maritime Security Corporation headed by its up and coming CEO Panos Moraitis continues to deliver and also furthering this specialist field!
As always smiling, Vanessa Stephens, the Managing Director of Seatrade for the Middle East and India sub-continent and Global events director and other members of the Seatrade and Naftiliaki, was greeting guests and visitors at the Seatrade/Naftiliaki stand. Naftiliaki Greek Shipping Review is now in its sixth decade and by many its the prime source of objective, reliable and up-to-date information on the Greek maritime marketplace. Add the electronic email newsletter, Naftiliaki Greek Shipping Intelligence, and you get a good view of the greek shipping markets.
Yet another engine maker of high quality Marine Engines and Auxiliaries: Wartsila, for many epitomizing the market leader in complete lifecycle power solutions for the marine and energy markets. Last year toped Euros 4, 2 billion in net sales with over 18, 000 employees in some 170 locations in 70 countries; and it's a listed company in Helsinki on the NASDAQ OMX. Records eh!
The busy ABS stand attracted many visitor like all previous Posidonia. Celebrating 150 years of service, ABS pursues its mission to serve the public interest as well as the needs of its clients by promoting the security of life, property and preventing the natural environment. Its global network ensures total support to customers, add also the ABS Nautical systems which offers leading management software solutions and offshore operations and your full service is at your fingertips!
Petrobras, one of the largest energy companies in the world was there too. Petrobras supplies more than 10, 000 vessels per annum worldwide. Petrobras is involved in exploration, production, refining, transportation, distribution and commercialization of oil and oil products, petrochemicals, natural gas, biofuels and energy.
Very helpful the information obtained from Marine Cluster Bulgaria. This five year-old organisation of companies and NGO's working in the maritime industry aims are to create conditions for the development of the marine industry in Bulgaria; unite the efforts of all branches for improving the competitiveness of the sector; popularize the marine sector on a national and international level; facilitate international transport network integration and support association members in their activities.
The Hellenic Navy's Hydrographic Service stand was indeed busy. The HNHS is a government organisation responsible for the production of official charts and nautical publications according to the specification of the International Hydrographic Organisation. The HNHA carries out scientific research and development and professional projects including hydrogrpahic surveys, marine geodesy, oceanographic research, submarine geology research and other related activities concerning safety of navigation in the Aegean, Ionian and adjacent seas.
The RINA Services SPA stand was vibrant all through the exhibition! The Registro Italiano Navale is a multinational group fully capable of supporting its clients in the development and management of the various phases of heir activities, sharing its innovation potential, competency, integrity and experience for the success of new initiatives. RINA Hellas Ltd, the society established in Piraeus by the RINA Group offers classification services to all kinds of ship, specialised yachting services, training and ISO certification, and cooperates with the most reputable shipping companies in Greece.
Cass Technava, the shipbroking company involved with Newbuilding, S & P and Chartering had the busiest shipbroking stand of this Posidonia – no objection; period!
And the Oceanking, …err Costas Hassiotis, always smiling was as busy as ever with his colleagues and clients. Oceanking Technical & Trading S.A., is the leading engineering and commercial company which offers a wide spectrum of marine technical services, all provided by qualified personnel. Oceanking's representations are second to none, amongst them Cargotec/Macgregor, Aker Solutions, Kockumation, Stone Marine Group to name but a few.
from the left, Captain Panagiotis Tsakos and his PA with Constantinos Diveris, Michael Stefanakis and Charis Chatzicharalambous from M &C.
The M & C Group's stand was vibrant too! This up and coming group was established by naval architects, marine/mechanical engineers with the purpose to provide the maritime industry with integrated solutions. A full menu of operations, an-one-stop-technical and services market place!
Cargotec/Macgregor, two very powerful names in the maritime industry. Cargotec improves the efficiency of cargo flows on land and at sea – whenever cargo is on the move. Cargotec's daughter brands Hiab, Kalmar and Macgregor are recognised leaders in cargo and load cargo solutions around the world. Cargotec's global network is positioned close to customers and offers extensive services that ensure the continuous, reliable and sustainable performance of equipment. Macgregor is the global market leading brand in marine cargo handling and offshore load-handling solutions. Both are constantly referred in this site's news and information; just log on and see; excellent!
The Piraeus Marine Services, P.M.S. in short, was established with the goal of providing efficient solutions to clients and partners, covering a wide range of marine services and forming solid strategic alliances in the maritime industry. The founders of P.M.S., have over twenty year of experience and an excellent reputation in the shipping business. At a very prominent location in the heart of Piraeus water-front monitors the industry and its accessibility contributes to both the company's further development as well as to its clients benefit.
Many visitors from many companies formed groups for the better benefit of their companies and must say that this shows the importance of this unique exhibition which over the last 43 years goes from better to excellent… Spotted Mathew A. Fafalios, Zenon Kleopas and Spyros Capralos from Star Bulk Carriers with the third from the group, Chiot Simon Spyrou, at the other end of the stand…. on the phone…business wherever we stand!
CCS, the China Classification Society, is the only organisation to carry out classification to ships in China and one of the ten full members of IACS as well as one of the biggest classification societies in the world. Its ultra modern but simple stand attracted many visitors and given the newbuilding spree in China, an important ally for all!
IMarEST's friendly stand too attracted many visitors given the high level of expertise the Institute of Marine Engineering, Science and Technology possesses. ImarEST is the leading professional membership body for the global marine community with over 50 branches worldwide. Worth attending its technical conferences and be part of its training and academic courses. For more than 100 years the Institute leads the way and with its many publications provides special information and expertise.
Now this is what charity is all about. The last two or three Posidonia events finds Apostolos Domvros at the Greek Committee for Kenya stand. This distinctive charity offers hope to young Kenyans granting annual renewable scholarship, opening wells in arid regions and building schools, libraries and kindergartens. The "Costas Domvros" organisation does what should have been done a long time ago and it is worth to contribute. Apostolos Domvros who set up Technoship, a very successful marine representations and technical bureau entity who dominated the market for many decades, is also a great writer and in this charity's magazines he also contributes with unique articles. In the latest magazine Jambo we spotted many well known members of the Greek shipping community and allaboutshipping congratulates all and also all those you voluntarily participate in this charity.
The Japanese pavilion was magnificent depicting Japan's glory, success and supremacy to all intents and purposes in the shipping field. Simply the best shipping nation in the world; everything available at a price!
All major conglomerates had booths and all were busy indeed with demanding visitors' enquiries. Besides the two major Japanese associations, Japan Marine Equipment Association and Japan Ship Exporters' Association many mega companies where there in full force.
For nearly 60 years Japan dominates the field of Shipbuilding and Marine Engineering despite the surge of Korea and China, as well as the specialsit competition from Western European Shipyards and that's a fact. In our view, "Compare" is Japan's maxim in this competitive market.
It wasn't just Japan for the mid-fifties, sixties and seventies, it was Japan beyond that. The expertise of the Japanese in our view is still second to none in the shipbuilding field; in its entirety!
The GL Group's stand was, as always unique. At times it was one of the busiest stands of the entire exhibition and too difficult to have a good shot. At the end we manage to find the most appropriate moment and get a glimpse of simplicity coupled with projectability. Germanischer Lloyd has driven a whole series of maritime innovation since 1867. Today GL supervises over 7, 000 vessels of more than 100 million gross tons, across all vessels segments. GL possesses a level of expertise and a high record in ensuring operational safety and minimizing the risk of detention!
Did I hear you say communications…? Did I hear you say safe communications particularly shipping business -wise? Well then, here you are; INMARSAT's futuristic stand – simple and approachable for all in the game of safe and fast communication coverage.
Franman's mega stand was once again one of the dominants at this year's Posidonia. Franman who just come to age – 21 this year, covers a wide spectrum of services in the shipping industry including the promotion of Shipbuilding Equipment, Trading of Spare Parts, Risk Management, Consultancy and Service. Costis Frangoulis at the forefront of the company's operations ensures a smooth development and personal handling by experts in the field for the benefit of the client.
And a bit of more paints, this time from International, one of the leaders in the field.
Greece's second pillar of its economy is Tourism; here the Greek National Tourism Organisation erected a special purpose stand which attracted both local visitors as well as international ones; Maritime Tourism is the name of the game. Preserve it! What's up with the passenger ports and terminals, the marinas and the yachts, the airports, underwater tourism, the lot! It is an immediate necessity for Greece and the world to create multi opportunites for Maritime Tourism; short out the taxation issue too as it is simply: unfair!
George Valtagis' Cross Technical Services was once again exhibiting its capabilities. This merchant marine company since 1986 goes from strength to strength as it is widely recognized for its reliable supply of equipment, systems and project management expertise as well as technical after-sales service. The group has one of the best teams of marine engineers, naval architects, electronic engineers and marketing experts. An expert in the bunkering field the company has a lot more to offer!
The TradeWinds stand was busy too; Marina Panopoulou managed well, given that more than 5, 000 passed from the stand. News moving… TradeWinds is as entertaining as it is informative and with just over 20 years in the field has taken a dominant place and adheres to continue more dynamically! The TradeWinds Forum which we covered in previous reporting was one of the best ever!
The Dutch National Pavilion; very compact and efficient… The Netherlands have gone strides of success and their Maritime Cluster works; Holland is also an example of how the ports system works as well as the inland waterways assisted by short sea-shipping. Moreover the Dutch heavy industry despite the swift to the east, continues to produce unique and reliable marine equipment promoting its country's interests. Forgot to mention services too!
The Aegean Marine Petroleum's impressive stand showing the power of a unique Greek company engaged in the provision of petroleum products in Greece and abroad in all aspects.
Indeed a good motto here; the Power to lead, and rightly so: DNV leads the way in the classification societies world with unique services. From its 300 offices in 100 countries DNV serves a wide range of industries with a special focus on the maritime and energy sectors, combining its technology expertise and industry knowledge.
Ending this first report from the stands, by sheer coincidence we have one more paints company from the glossy end of our reporting: Jotun!
The team from www.allaboutshipping.co.uk comprised from: Elena Sendona, Lilian Eugenides, Elena Kritikou and John Faraclas with Panos Nikoulis taking some excellent shots!


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QUICK TAKE: Beauty and the Beast (2017)
Title: Beauty and the Beast | Rated: PG | Runtime: 129 min | Theaters nationwide
We must come to terms with the fact that great movies, movies that we love, will be remade in one way or another in today's Hollywood. It's easy to think that a remake will be tarnished just by virtue of the original existing, but that doesn't mean it's a guaranteed recipe for disaster. Disney has been developing live-action remakes of their animated films over the past few years now, and there are reasons for encouragement, as evidenced by Cinderella, The Jungle Book, and Pete's Dragon. The studio's latest live-action remake is none other than Beauty and the Beast, and upon first look, it appears to have the ingredients for success: a director with musical experience in Bill Condon (who helmed Dreamgirls and wrote Chicago), an extremely accomplished cast, the original film's composer and songwriter Alan Menken, and a clear reverence for said film. And yet, the picture as a whole is less than the sum of its parts.
This entry was posted in Movies on March 22, 2017 by Jun I.
QUICK TAKE: Kong: Skull Island
Title: Kong: Skull Island | Rated: PG-13 | Runtime: 120 min | Theaters nationwide
Lo and behold! A new cinematic universe has risen, and "massive" is certainly a word to describe it. This is the MonsterVerse, which began with 2014's Godzilla and seeks to cultivate rumbles that pit the King of the Monsters against King Kong (Godzilla vs. Kong arrives in 2020) and many other gargantuan beasts. It sounds like a franchise catered to 8-year-old boys, but hey, who can resist the thought of monsters duking it out amid mass destruction? It sounds fun, and if there's one thing Kong: Skull Island is full of, that's just it.
QUICK TAKE: Logan
Title: Logan | Rated: R | Runtime: 137 min | Theaters nationwide
Logan marks the end of an era for the X-Men films. Having debuted in 2000, the first film not only spawned the franchise, but also began the run of comic book films that became the active and formidable juggernaut it is today. Nearly 17 years have passed since then, and while plenty of new faces assume the characters we've come to know, two pillars remain from the first film: Hugh Jackman as James "Logan" Howlett / Wolverine and Patrick Stewart as Charles Xavier / Professor X. We've known for a while now that the latest film marks their final appearances, and given how the actors are quite synonymous with their characters, it must be nothing less than a fitting send-off. Sure enough, this intimate and rousing film – while imperfect – lives up to the occasion and proves to be one of the best entries in the franchise.
This entry was posted in Movies on March 8, 2017 by Jun I.
FEBRUARY CAPSULES
Photos courtesy of Warner Bros. / Summit Entertainment / Universal Pictures
Last month, I mentioned that I won't be writing as often this year due to some personal projects. However, I've gone to the cinema few times, and it feels odd to not write down my thoughts for the movies I've seen. That said, I'm introducing capsules: paragraph-long critiques about the films I watch. Depending on the time afforded to me, I can write a single capsule per movie I watch or compile a bunch of them into a post that will be published at month's end (like this one). These won't replace reviews or quick takes, though it's safe to say that you'll be seeing more capsules and quick takes from me this year compared to reviews.
The movies being covered in the February capsules include John Wick: Chapter 2, The Lego Batman Movie, and Get Out.

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Q: Firebase Firestore iOS Multiple Models I am new to Firestore and am struggling to try to find examples of projects with a few layers on iOS. I want to utilize all Firestore has to offer.
I have a user setup that maps Quizzes to a user. (All works perfectly) Now I want to build my Quiz structure. A Quiz object that has Questions and these questions have Answers.
I have built it to a certain level but it feels hacky. Can anyone share their best practice knowledge with me? It would be greatly appreciated.
Work so far:
Firestore format: "/quizzes/idone/questions/idtwo/questions"

struct Quiz: Codable, Identifiable {
  @DocumentID var id: String?
  var title: String
  var score: Int?
  var completed: Bool
  @ServerTimestamp var createdTime: Timestamp?
  var userId: String?
  var questions: [Question]?
}

struct Question: Codable, Identifiable {
  @DocumentID var id: String?
  var title: String?
  var completed: Bool?
  //TODO: Answers
}

    do {
      var userQuiz = quiz
      userQuiz.userId = self.userId
        let questionOne = Question(title: "What day is it today?",
                                 imageName: "test.jpeg",
                                 completed: false)
        let questioTwo = Question(title: "What is the meaning of life?",
                                 imageName: "test.jpeg",
                                 completed: false)
      let _ = try db
            .collection("quizzes").addDocument(from: userQuiz) // Works perfect
            .collection("questions").addDocument(from: questionOne) // Here is the issue I can't add multiple questions.
    }
    catch {
      fatalError("Unable to encode quiz: \(error.localizedDescription).")
    }

  private func loadData() {
    if listenerRegistration != nil {
      listenerRegistration?.remove()
    }
    listenerRegistration = db.collection(quizzesPath)
      .whereField("userId", isEqualTo: self.userId)
      .order(by: "createdTime")
      .addSnapshotListener { (querySnapshot, error) in
        if let querySnapshot = querySnapshot {
          self.quizzes = querySnapshot.documents.compactMap { document -> Quiz? in
            try? document.data(as: Quiz.self)
          }
          //Todo: This is the main part I have a issue at. How do I consume my questions and mapp them to quizzes
          let questions = querySnapshot.documents.compactMap { document -> [Question]? in
            try? document.data(as: [Question].self)
          }
          //self.quizzes.questions = questions
        }
      }
  }

A: If you would like to know best practices on data models and how to structure your data take a look at these two links [1] [2]. It also has videos as well that will be informative on getting you started with Firestore.
[1] https://firebase.google.com/docs/firestore/data-model
[2] https://firebase.google.com/docs/firestore/manage-data/structure-data

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Gone Home launched last year to very divisive opinions. Some adored the exploratory adventure game and its method of storytelling while others found it droll. If you fall into the first camp then this news should excite you.
All in all, it's a pretty packed special edition. You can buy Gone Home in physical form now for $29.99 off the TopatoCo website.


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Is there telephone service at Aria?
Is the House fully screened?
Aria has two 10,000 btu AC units, one for each level - Please shut all outside doors and windows when using the air conditioners! The downstairs shower has a vent window above the sliding door - please shut it when using the downstairs A/C, and leave it open otherwise - to allow ventilation in the downstairs. The upstairs A/C will cool the entire upstairs, if the upstairs interior doors are left open. A wall switch (labeled) below each A/C unit turns the unit on and off - the temperature is set on the A/C unit.
Why does the Hot Tub stay hot all the time?
Why does the Dishwasher not work during an island-wide Power Outage?
We have had guests call to report that the dishwasher is not working. If we get the call when it's dark on St. John, we ask them to look out toward Coral Bay, and to see if there are any lights on... They usually report that it's dark! Aria has a whole-house backup system that keeps almost everything 'up' during a power outage. A few items (such as the dishwasher, pool and hot tub, ac, etc.) are automatically 'shed' from the load, in order to provide longer 'run-time' for the water pump, lights, fans, stereo, refrigerator, etc... When the power comes back on, the items that were 'shed' will automatically start functioning. There is a 'tell-tale' light by the front door that indicates when the power company is providing power to the house. If it goes out, it usually means the power company is temporarily unable to provide power to the island. Sometimes, this means the cable will be 'out' temporarily, as the St. John cable company isn't getting power either!!
Why do you have a limitation on the age of children staying?
We pay particular attention to detail at Aria, and feel that older children may be more respectful of their surroundings than young children. For this reason, we limit the age of children staying at Aria to 12 and above. We realize that there are some very mature younger children, and some less mature older children, but, we had to draw the line somewhere.
Do you allow smoking in the house?
We appreciate guests NOT smoking inside the house. You are welcome to smoke outside on one of three decks, however, we do have guests with allergies to smoke, and would like to insure that the house stays smoke free. Thank you for your consideration!
Do we need to lock the house when we go out for the day, or at night?
At the time of writing this, we have never had a problem with theft at Aria - that being said, we DO recommend locking the house when going out for the day (and closing windows to a crack) - Insurance companies will not pay against a theft or vandalism claim, unless the house is locked! It's a good idea to lock up a night, to avoid a door sliding open, or swinging open, and a stray local animal wandering into the house (like a donkey or goat!) - it has happened!!
Why do you have a Gate?
Aria is behind a private gate, shared with two neighbors - It is primarily to keep donkeys and goats from eating the landscaping, and braying next to the window, which can be startling, particularly at night!! - The gate will close automatically after 1.5 minutes of being opened (you need a code or a 'clicker' to open the gate), but we recommend closing it after passing through to minimize the chance of a goat or donkey getting through. The gate also minimizes 'lost' tourists who might be exploring St. John, disturbing your very private vacation at Aria!
Can I connect my iPod to the House Stereo?
Can I turn off the hot tub at night?
We have been asked if it is possible to turn off the hot tub, as it is outside the lower bedroom, and for very light sleepers, if it needs to warm the tub in the middle of the night (it's a 'hot all the time' tub), the pump might be loud enough to wake one up. The answer is Yes - just inside the hot tub access door, there is an on-off switch - If you leave it off for a long time, it may take a long time to warm back up... We recommend turning it back on in plenty of time to warm back up, if you (or the next guest) want to use it!
Do I need to bring my own beach towels on my vacation?
Aria has beach towels and pool towels for guests (we recommend keeping them separate, to minimize sand when drying off from the pool!) Please remember to leave them at the house on your departure. Bath towels and bed linens are also provided at Aria.
Do you have anything to use to float on, while in the pool?
Is there a cooler to use to take snacks or food to the beach?
There is a cooler for guest use that's the perfect size for taking snacks or lunch to the beach - it's bigger than a 'six pack' cooler, and smaller than a large two handled cooler. In addition, there are ice packs in the freezer that you can use to keep food cold in the cooler.
If you have a question that isn't asked/answered here, please contact us, and we will be happy to attempt to answer your question(s)!


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Born in Hollywood, Florida, Nathalie moved to New York to begin her professional career on Broadway in Les Miserables. She attended Professional Children's School and NYU. She went on to act in three ... read full biography
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San Francisco Remembers Leon Fleisher
By Janos Gereben
San Francisco audiences and fellow musicians locally mourn Leon Fleisher as one of their own. Fleisher, who died Sunday at age 92 in a Baltimore hospice, reportedly of cancer, was teaching and conducting master classes online as recently as last week.
Fleisher was born in San Francisco on July 23, 1928 and remained a frequent and treasured visitor, through the decades, to Davies Hall, Herbst Theatre, and the SF Conservatory of Music.
His last visit — and performance! — in the city came last year, as San Francisco Performances celebrated his 90th birthday. SF Performances shared this video today.
Fleisher's appearances with the SF Symphony numbered in the dozens, from April 16, 1943, with Pierre Monteux, in the War Memorial, playing the Liszt Second Piano Concerto, until his last, on Oct. 18, 2008, with Marek Janowski, in Davies Hall, playing the Beethoven "Emperor" Concerto.
Even in his late 80s, he recalled his San Francisco childhood with great clarity:
I came from a poor Jewish family. My mother [Bertha, born in Poland] really was a most extraordinary woman. My father [Isidor, born in Odessa] was a milliner, with Anatole of Paris, made ladies' hats, in San Francisco on Geary Street in a little store.
One of his first customers — he came home very proud — he said he had a young actress who came into the store and bought a little pill box hat. He was very happy. He thought for a moment: "I think her name was Lucille Ball."
And I don't quite know how or why, but there was an upright piano in our apartment. We lived in apartments and moved around a lot, but mostly in the Fillmore/McAllister area.
And Ray, my brother, took piano lessons. He was not too interested, and not very gifted, and in those days, like with doctors, piano teachers came to the house. At the age of 5 I remember Ray's lessons. I would kind of curl up in a little discreet corner and observe his lessons, and I thought they were really fun.
And when the teacher left and Ray would also leave because he'd go out and play ball in the schoolyard, I would go to the piano and apparently do everything that he was supposed to do at the lesson and also the preparation for the next lesson."
The little prodigy did not disappoint. Fleisher made his public debut at age 8, a year later Artur Schnabel accepted him as a student, and Pierre Monteux (SF Symphony's music director, 1936–1952) called him "the pianistic find of the century."
It was under Monteux that Fleisher made his New York Philharmonic debut in 1944 in Carnegie Hall, returning five years later, again with Monteux on the podium, in Lewisohn Stadium. Numerous New York performances followed, with George Szell as conductor.
Fleisher remained a favorite of Monteux and Szell, just two of the major conductors with whom he made many important recordings. In 1952, Fleisher became the first American to win the prestigious Queen Elisabeth Competition in Belgium.
His international stardom continued for another decade when, in the early '60s, focal dystonia, an untreatable muscle degeneration, struck him, crippling his right hand. For the next three decades, Fleisher's struggle with the handicap was a major medical-musical story, as well as his accomplishments in the left-hand repertory and invaluable work as educator and coach.
Fleisher was active at the Tanglewood Music Center, serving as artistic director from 1986 to 1997. In 2007, Fleisher was among Kennedy Center honorees, along with Steve Martin, Diana Ross, Martin Scorsese, and Brian Wilson.
Sixty-one years ago, Fleisher joined the faculty of the Peabody Conservatory of The Johns Hopkins University in Baltimore, remaining there through his long life. Yesterday, Peabody Dean Fred Bronstein responded to news of Fleisher's death:
"With the passing of Leon Fleisher, the music world has lost one of its towering figures. Our hearts go out to Leon's wife, Katherine, and his family and loved ones. For members of the Peabody family, it is a deeply personal loss. Leon's remarkable gifts as a musician, pianist, and teacher were matched only by his charm, wit, intelligence, and warmth as a human being.
"As a member of the Peabody Conservatory faculty, Mr. Fleisher provided inspiration, guidance, and singular insight to hundreds of students over the years both in his piano studio and on the podium. His approach to teaching went as deep as possible — showing young artists how to connect a love of music to the world around them.
"It seems simplistic to say that there was no one else like Leon. But that is the essence of it. We were extremely fortunate to have had this man in our midst for so many years. His impact here is profound and lasting, and his absence will be felt keenly throughout the Peabody community. We have lost a giant."
Janos Gereben appreciates news tips, corrections, and words of encouragement at [email protected].
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One night on her way back from shopping, Sakuno Uryuu gets lost and she calls her older brother Shingo to come find her.
Everything seems to be fine, but for some reason Sakuno follows a strange creature and gets lost again. He calls her sister, but Sakuno's cell phone battery is nearly dead. Shingo searches for her sister and suddenly he gets a phone call from an unknown number. As he answers, a female, Airi Sena, greets him and passes the phone to Sakuno. Shingo thanks Airi and tell the girls to meet at the near park.
Shortly afterwards, Shingo meets up with his sister and Airi. Now, both girls are tired, but still have the clear idea that they have become good friends and want to meet again soon.
The next day, school begins, and Shingo, Sakuno and Hayata Mukunashi, one of Shingo's friends have been chosen as part of a temporary transfer student's group that will attend the Yuihime Private Academy for ten months.
Yuihime is a prestigious all-girls school, as the new students coming from Kagamidai Private Academy begin to for gather, everything turns noisy and the principal is dragged into the room by Airi.
Airi is really loud as she speaks and says that everything is an idea of her mother, the school's principal. Sakuno and Shingo are surprised and greet Airi, once again, they thank her for helping them the last night.
Airi stops talking and with some regret makes it clear to Shingo and the others that not all of the students approve of the student transfer and that she is against the transfer of boys into the school.
Shingo Uryuu is a second-year student of Kagamidai Academy. He is very hardworking and kind and was selected as a test student, and transfered to Yuihime Girls' Academy to participate in 2-T, the second-year test class. He was elected the class representative. He quickly makes friends with several girls at Yuihime Girls' Academy, though Airi does not want to get along with him or any of the other boys.
Airi Sena is a second-year student of Yuihime Girls' Academy and the principal's daughter. She always gets the best grade among all second-year students. At first, she was against the plan for merge of two schools, and rejected male students from Kagamidai Academy, but she began getting along with them several weeks later. She was elected the class representative along with Shingo. She was born and brought up in an upper class family in the Old District, but she has lived by herself in a low-priced apartment in the New District since she attended Yuihime Girls' Academy.
Sakuno Uryuu is Shingo's younger stepsister and first-year student of Kagamidai Academy; her father remarried Shingo's mother about ten years ago. She has a quiet personality and is good at cooking, but has a poor sense of direction and often gets lost. She was selected as a test student with her brother, and transfered to Yuihime Girls' Academy to participate in 1-T, the first-year test class.
Angelina Nanatsu Sewell, nicknamed Ange, is a second-year student of Yuihime Girls' Academy. Unlike other female students, she does not wear school uniform, always wears a maid costume. She is a "stray maid" and wants to come across her master in the future. She is in Shingo's class and tries to help in the assimilation of the students from Kagamidai Academy. Her father is Japanese and her mother is British, but she speaks only Japanese because she was born and brought up in Japan.
Miu Amaha is a third-year student of Yuihime Girls' Academy. She lives in a house nearby the school with her mother and two cats. She is the founder and president of the Nuko Club, a school club to care various animals. She works part-time at a maid café named Dolce to earn money for activity of the club; the Nuko Club is not an official club, so the club's budget is not supplied by the school.
Mashiro-iro Symphony: The Color of Lovers (ましろ色シンフォニー -The color of lovers-) is a Japanese adult visual novel developed by Palette, and it was released in Japan on October 30, 2009 for Microsoft Windows PCs.
Futago Minazuki has illustrated three manga adaptations serialized in Kadokawa Shoten's Comp Ace magazine. Four drama CD adaptations titled Mashiroiro Symphony Original Drama CD Series were released by Lantis in 2010.
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HUGH PLAYS CLASSIC GRANT IN ENJOYABLE `ABOUT A BOY'
KYRIE O'CONNORTHE HARTFORD COURANT
No man is an island. Or every man is an island. This is the simple dichotomy toyed with by Will, a 38-year-old adorable Peter Pan in London with no job, no girl, no child -- but he does have money, an Audi TT and a flat-screen TV. Lucky guy, right?
Lucky guy indeed. Or so he sees himself as his friends shove their sticky, squalling babies into his unwelcoming arms. But when he finds, by accident, that attractive single mothers make for exceptionally hot dates, Will (Hugh Grant) is propelled on a course (involving cravenly inventing a child of his own) that takes him toward Marcus (Nicholas Hoult), a 12-year-old whose suicidal New Age-y mom, Fiona (Toni Collette), dresses him. The fun is watching Marcus' somewhat limited charms work on Will.
Grant does not deviate much from the classic fumbling Hugh Grant role, except his hair is better, and his characterization is terrific. He makes it possible to simultaneously want Will's life, want him to change and not feel sorry for him one bit. Collette generously lets go of any pretense of hotness as the depressed mom in baggy all-cotton. But it's Hoult as the terribly uncool Marcus who steals the show, hitting precisely the boldness of the kid who has nothing to lose. (He sings "Killing Me Softly" in front of his school assembly, poor thing.)
The writing -- owing, no doubt, to the Nick Hornby novel -- is superb. Rare is the commercial movie that knits together its themes so elegantly, even if it may be a bit wordy to some. And as a Hornby project (think "High Fidelity"), Will's guy-like thoughts ring true.
Yes, it turns out guys do think all that stuff you're afraid they do.
ABOUT A BOY 2002 comedy/romance starring Hugh Grant, Toni Collette, Nicholas Hoult, Rachel Weisz. Directed by Chris Weitz and Paul Weitz from a novel by Nick Hornby. Universal Home Entertainment, 102 min. Rated PG-13. Available in DVD wide-screen with outtakes, "making of," music videos.


Opinion: Migration crisis looming in Venezuela?
Associate Fellow and Nuffield Alumna Olga Onuch has published an opinion piece in The Washington Post to share research findings that indicate citizens' growing discontent with Venezuelan President Maduro's regime will lead to an increasingly large group of ordinary people – those with few resources to fight and just enough network ties for flight – will leave the country.
Onuch's ongoing research (with LSE student Jeanmiguel Uva and sociologist Sorana Toma - also a Nuffield alumna) explores how ordinary people made choices (to protest, flee or remain) in previous upheavals (in Ukraine and Romania), and uses analysis of nationally representative survey data to posit that those who oppose the regime and those who are poorer are more likely to leave. These two groups' mass exit will relieve both political and economic pressure on the Maduro regime. The opposition will have fewer supporters to mobilize, and the regime will need to offer fewer conciliatory handouts to its most impoverished supporters.
Her findings don't bode well for hopes that stability will come to the region any time soon.
Read Olga Onuch's opinion piece in The Washington Post.
Olga Onuch is a Nuffield alumna (DPhil 2007-2010) and former post-doctoral fellow of Nuffield College (2011-2014). She has been an associate member of the College since 2014.
Sorana Toma is also a Nuffield Alumna (MSc 2006-7, DPhil 2007-12) and former post-doctoral fellow (2012-14).
Their research is part of project undertaken with Nuffield Professorial Fellow Gwendolyn Sasse.
Photo source: Wikimedia Commons "Peace message written using cartriges in Venezuela protests against the Nicolas Maduro government, Altamira Square"


Using Geo-routes can be the key to "avoid the fraud of drivers" within a GPS Tracking business and Telematic Fleet Management.
The importance of Geo-routes to reach destination?
Imagine that your GPS Tracking services company has an exclusive order of thousands of GPS Trackers units to develop a georeferencing project with "Google Maps".
He sent these products out from a starting point of the "Port of San Francisco" with final destination at the headquarters of the company "Google Inc.".
But what would happen if suddenly the driver of his fleet with such a valuable charge decides to deviate from the Geo-route? Towards San Francisco International Airport (SFO).
The answer is simple: your company could lose the burden and the most important thing is: "You would lose a great sale"; Like also your reputation within the GPS tracking business.
Creating a Geo-route can prevent fraud.
A great fleet manager always has to be consistent with the size of each project, so you can anticipate all kinds of bad habits of driver´s behaviour or possible fraud creating Geo-routes.
You will be able to program the Geo-routes and decide the speed limit of the route or stipulate the Geo-route width in meters.
if the vehicle leaves the Geo-route you can be notified in real time with the infringement committed and decide how to act to "avoid fraud by the driver of your company".
Reward drivers if they meet Geo-routes.
If the drivers of your fleet of vehicles meet all the Geo-routes created and arrive all destinations without presenting any problems or inconvenience for the company.
You can use the gamification to reward these drivers and increase the floor or give them a gift.


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Album Review:
Conn Thornton - Destroyer
Conn Thornton's fantastic debut album Destroyer is proof that oftentimes the best singer-songwriter music is stripped down to the essentials. That isn't to say that Destroyer is minimal or simple; the lyrics are rich and highly poetic, Conn's voice sometimes almost theatrical, and the music nothing short of virtuosic, but the fact that these three elements are given full centre stage is what makes the album so brilliantly immersive, and what proves Conn's talent.
The Belfast-based artist made their first release, Abraham's Daughter, last year – a five track (one of which makes it onto Destroyer) EP that showcased their incredible piano-playing and songwriting ability. Much of Destroyer features Conn and a piano, which is all that's needed to keep you captivated throughout. A classically trained pianist, there are gorgeous piano segments all over the album, arranged and played to the tone of the songs and the lyrics, which are virtuosic in their own right.
Conn delves into heartbreak, relationships, identity and more with as much literacy as a Romantic poet; the result is something like 1970s piano ballads written by John Keats. Taking influence from contemporary singer-songwriters like Sufjan Stevens and Phoebe Bridgers, Conn's songwriting finds its strength in vulnerability.
'City Song', the lead single to the album, tracks the first stage of the heartbreak that is so central to much of Destroyer; 'are you safe from everything I gave you, cursed by all the love you had received?' The feelings towards this broken relationship map a kind of narrative in the album that progresses to antagonism on 'City Song II', and finally acceptance on the beautiful title track, which closes the album. The intimacy with which Conn deals with these feelings is what makes the album so compelling; 'Isaiah', the emotional centrepiece of Destroyer, recalls bittersweet memories with such vivid imagery and personal detail that you cannot help but reflect on your own life, including embarrassing moments spent waiting on someone and checking your phone every two seconds for them not to arrive.
This blend of poetics and the everyday comes through on a lot of the songs here, and it's one of the things that make Conn such a fascinated songwriter. As well as the fantastic piano playing, there are some dreampop-type guitars and some haunting ambient synths weaved through the tracklist, which gives the album a strong sense of a cohesive sound and aesthetic. On top of that, Conn's vocal chops aren't just technically great but also highly emotive, singing with a kind of classical baritone of a Morrissey or Orville Peck.
All in all, Destroyeris a startling debut album; from its character portraits on 'Wednesday Night Bar Scene', to the emotional devastation of its title track, Conn proves to be a unique voice and a performer that we will no doubt be hearing a lot from in the future.
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'I Find It Sickening' – Howard Stern Defends Kelly Clarkson Against Clive Davis Taking Credit For Her Work
By:dfairall
Feb. 22 2013, Published 1:26 p.m. ET
Count Howard Stern as an official member of Team Clarkson, as the battle between Kelly and music mogul Clive Davis continues to rage over comments he made in his memoir.
In his just-released book, The Soundtrack Of My Life, Davis claims he had a meeting with Clarkson in which "Kelly burst into hysterical sobbing" when he demanded that her song Since You Been Gone would be put on her 2004 album, Breakaway. (The song turned out to be a hit.)
But Kelly claims that version of events never happened, saying she fought for the song to be redone with a bigger sound, and won that battle. Now Stern has used his powerful radio show to defend her.
"I always find it sickening when management guys like to set the record straight about how f--king creative and what geniuses they are," Stern said.
Not holding back, per usual, Stern continued: "And, like, this guy's trying to diminish what she does? Doesn't he have enough in life? Can't he sort of tell his story without f***ing degrading her and putting her down?
"I think she has an amazing voice, and the girl has worked hard to get to where she is.
"I don't understand Clive Davis' motivation for knocking this chick down."
After Davis' version of events became public, Clarkson posted a lengthy rebuttal on the Web, writing in part: "So I just heard Clive Davis is releasing a memoir and spreading false information about me and my music. I refuse to be bullied and I just have to clear up his memory lapses and misinformation for myself and for my fans. It feels like a violation.
"First, he says I burst into "hysterical sobbing" in his office when he demanded Since You Been Gone be on my album. Not true at all. His stories and songs are mixed up."
She went on to describe how she did cry after she played the song Because of You and Davis hated it and called her a lousy writer. The song became a huge hit.
Davis responded with a statement standing by what he wrote and claiming he fact checked everything with "five independent individuals who were present on a daily basis through it all."
And while he has not backed down, it's clear that with Stern entering the arena, the war of the words isn't over.


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Piaggio Aerospace
Melbourne March 15, 2007
Scuderia Ferrari F1 Team Drivers Felipe Massa and Kimi Raikkonen Sign Agreement with Piaggio Aero
Melbourne, Australia (March 15, 2007) - Piaggio Aero Industries has signed a new sponsorship agreement with Felipe Massa and Kimi Raikkonen, both drivers of the Scuderia Ferrari F1 team. As part of the agreement the Piaggio Aero logo will be featured on the drivers' racing uniforms throughout the 2007 season. The P.180 Avanti II is the carrier of the Scuderia Ferrari team and is the only aircraft in the world to proudly display on its livery the 'prancing horse,' Ferrari's legendary trademark.
"I am pleased that Piaggio Aero is still by my side – a company that, like Ferrari, is synonymous with technological excellence and unique Italian style," Felipe Massa said.
"Flying aboard the P.180 Avanti II, which is the carrier of our team, I have come to appreciate its extraordinary features and am very happy to have become its spokesman alongside Felipe," Raikkonen said. "Speed has always been my passion and the new P.180 Avanti II is without doubt the Ferrari of the sky."
"Having partnered with Felipe last season, I am also enormously satisfied to welcome Kimi to our family," said Piero Ferrari, Vice Chairman of Ferrari S.p.A. "Felipe and Kimi are young drivers with proven experience and have the qualities that we want representing the image of Piaggio Aero. They often fly in our new executive P.180 Avanti II and are fully satisfied with its performance. I am thrilled that they have both offered to serve as spokesmen for the aircraft and our brand, and that the Piaggio Aero logo will be seen at race circuits around the world."
"It gives everyone at Piaggio Aero a great deal of satisfaction to link our logo with the Scuderia Ferrari racing team and its drivers," said Piaggio Aero Board Member Alberto Galassi, broker of the sponsorship agreement. "The Scuderia Ferrari racing team has won the most in the history of Formula One. Both are the leading championship contenders this season."
The Scuderia Ferrari racing team will also be sponsored by Mubadala Development, the strategic investment company of the Government of the Emirate of Abu Dhabi, which owns a five percent stake in Ferrari S.p.A. and a 35 percent stake in Piaggio Aero Industries S.p.A.
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The Japanese company Epson, best known for making printers, has moved in a different direction it seems judging from the latest news coming out of the company. In a bold move the Epson has released a new gaming laptop known as Endeavor NJ5900E. Let's see if the NJ5900E is any good.
In fact the specs list starts very well – the Endeavor NJ5900E comes with powerful Intel Core i7-4700QM, 4800QM and 4900QM processors, all installed on an Intel HM86 Express chipset motherboard. The notebook comes with a 15.6-inch display that works at Full HD resolution (1920 x 1080 pixels) but somehow skimps on the installed memory as it has just 4 GB of DDR3 SDRAM (expandable to 8 GB). A 250 GB 2.5-inch hard drive provides storage but users can opt for an additional 128 GB or 256 GB SSD.
The Endeavor NJ5900E is equipped with a separate GeForce GTX 740M graphics card with 2 GB of GDDR5 memory and has a built-in DVD-RW drive (an optional Blu-Ray drive is available too), a 3-in-1 card reader, Gigabit Ethernet, Bluetooth and 802.11n Wi-Fi. The machine also has USB 3.0 and USB 2.0 ports, audio outputs, a 2 MP web camera and HDMI and D-Sub/VGA outputs.
The entire device measures 374 x 252 x 30-35 mm and weighs 2.5 kilograms. It runs Windows 8 64-bit out of the box and offers software for burning CDs and DVDs too. All this hardware will cost you USD 1300 and for this money you get a 1-year warranty too.


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You won't see any white doctors' coats when you walk into an Iora Health clinic.
That doesn't mean board-certified physicians don't work there. chooses to underscore its team-based approach to care by doing away with this visual cue of traditional medical hierarchy.
Patient-centered, team-based care is receiving a great deal of attention throughout the healthcare industry, and Iora Health is joining the fray if not leading the way in that movement. The Cambridge-Mass.-based company couples that innovative approach to care delivery with an innovative payment mechanism that properly aligns the financial incentives among providers, payers and patients.
Iora Health has defined its job to be done as engaging patients in their own care by improving the primary care experience. The end result is better experience and health for patients, lower costs for payers and better business health for Iora Health's six clinics.
"Our mission is to transform healthcare by demonstrating that a better model of primary care allows you to change everything that follows," says Zander Packard, chief operating officer of Iora Health.
Iora Health runs primary care clinics for specific clientele, namely self-insured employers, unions and insurers seeking an improved experience for employees or members and better value per dollar spent on healthcare. Partners include Dartmouth College, the New England Carpenters Benefits Fund; the Freelancers Union in Brooklyn, N.Y.; and the Culinary Health Fund in Las Vegas.
The model jettisons traditional billing and coding (fee-for-service medicine) in favor of a flat per-person, per-month fee. There are no copayments for patient visits. This frees up providers to spend the appropriate amount of time with patients under their care — whether in person, over the phone or via email. Same-day access is a priority. One Iora Health clinic has seen a 12% year-over-year reduction in total net health costs with this model.
"We want to inspire other people to explore a more holistic, proactive, value-based way of delivering primary care," Packard says.
Iora Health applies a patient-centered model of team-based care, with physicians, nurses, social workers and health coaches all working together to deliver patient care. Like many other patient-centered clinics, Iora Health providers conduct team "huddles" each morning. Iora dedicates 45 minutes to this critical conversation and expects every member of the team to participate equally. During the huddle, the team reviews the appointment schedule and identifies patients who missed their appointments, who are in crisis or who require follow-up after a hospital discharge or for chronic illnesses or other conditions.
Iora Health employs four non-physician caregivers for every one physician. Health coaches work with patients to help them set goals, identify barriers, navigate the system and get the right care when they need it.
Iora Health is inclusive with its provider teams and patients, and Packard says this approach keeps leadership open to new ideas.
"We view innovation as something that happens all the time — not just by people who have innovation in their title," Packard explains.
For example, a health coach in Las Vegas suggested starting a diabetes club, an idea that has since been implemented.
"Our definition of innovation is that people across the organization are learning and sensing what patients need and are empowered," he says.
Iora Health has a patient advisory group, where each practice invites patients to give their input on a quarterly basis. Inclusiveness and attentiveness build trust, Packard says.
Technology is an important component to meeting patient needs, and Iora Health has developed a proprietary platform that combines claims, administrative and clinical data to better serve patients. It includes disease registries and other identifiers to follow up with and proactively manage relationships with patients who have chronic care needs. This system is also available to patients online to encourage their participation in care and treatment plans.
Trying new things in healthcare is necessary to drive improvement in an ever more costly system, Packard adds.
Innovator Insight: A good idea will only go as far as your team will take you. You need to hire the right people who believe in your vision of how to improve the healthcare experience for patients. Each person on your team needs to bring that attitude of changing things for the better to work with them each and every day.


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TalkBack: Sacha Jenkins on Part 1 of 'Wu-Tang Clan: Of Mics and Men'
The Showtime series is now available to stream.
Cortney Wills
Wu-Tang Clan: Of Mics and Men, debuted on Showtime on Friday and invited the masses into the world of Wu-Tang.
Throughout the history of hip-hop, no single group changed the game in the same way the Wu-Tang Clan did. In the early '90s, a group of young rappers from Staten Island and Brooklyn joined forces to escape the poverty, violence, and oppression of their neighborhoods through music. Hot off the success of their single "Protect Ya Neck," RZA, GZA, Ol' Dirty Bastard, Inspectah Deck, U-God, Ghostface Killah, Method Man, Raekwon da Chef, and Masta Killa "formed like Voltron" to release Enter the Wu-Tang (36 Chambers), a seminal album that redefined a genre and forever changed the economics of the industry.
Director, Sacha Jenkins poignantly captures their struggles and triumphs in intimate detail, creating a group portrait that transcends music and delves into broader themes of race, economic strife, and brotherhood while weaving their distinctly raw and resonant sound throughout the four-part docuseries.
'Of Mics and Men' director Sacha Jenkins on why Wu-Tang is such an important part of American history
Each week, he will share his thoughts on the latest installment and what went in to creating the masterpiece.
Part 1 of Wu-Tang Clan: Of Mics and Men showed the guys reuniting in a theater and reminiscing about how they forged a friendship that led them to become one of the most influential hip hop groups ever. Here's what Jenkins had to say about making the reunion happen.
"Getting the Wu together isn't easy. The days of the guys being spread out mainly between two housing projects in Staten Island are long gone. I needed a way to corral the cats, so to speak. Turns out that getting them together in the dark to watch moments from their collective and individual past created a womb-like intimacy. Here, we see the inter workings of a powerful family. And like with most families, everyone is not always on the same page. People disagree. Sometimes they argue. Still, at the end of the day, family is family. Their bond is strong. Their brotherhood is undeniable. The energy in the room was kinetic, but also very emotional. They felt comfortable watching moments that were sometimes uncomfortable."
Jenkins reveals he was just a moved as all of us by Wu-Tang's discussion of their childhoods in Staten Island.
"To me, learning about Staten Island and their experiences growing up there—that was a real revelation. I imagine things have changed there somewhat. There was a street naming—the Wu-Tang Clan District—that just happened there. I'm not saying that all of this was on the forefront of their minds—racism, a spotty educational system and the crime that would later play a role—but seeing how all of the obstacles that they faced there made them stronger and more determined—that's very inspiring to me."
On capturing the true meaning of Wu-Tang's work:
"I've always wondered if white People—and non New Yorkers in general—truly understand what the hell the Wu were talking about in their music. But with all hip hop, the only way to truly understand it is to consider and process the environment from which it came. That was my mission with the film. I'm not saying you can't just take Wu-Tang at face value—yes, sonically the shit is bangin'! I'm not saying that you can't just enjoy Wu-Tang for the beats and rhymes. To me though, the most important part of the equation is life," he explains.
"As Inspecta Deck has so eloquently stated on "C.R.E.A.M", "Life as a shorty shouldn't be so rough." Hip hop, just like all black music made in America, is a reflection of and a reaction to the environment from which it was born. You can't properly tell a hip hop story without touching the 'hood and where it sits in the gut of America."
With namesake district honors, Wu-Tang finally gets its props in Shaolin
Check back for more insight from Sacha Jenkins after Part 2 of Wu-Tang Clan: Of Mics and Men airs May 17 on Showtime.


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Antique Flags > American Flags
43 GILT-PAINTED STARS ON A SILK, ANTIQUE AMERICAN FLAG WITH BULLION FRINGE; REFLECTS THE ADDITION OF IDAHO AS THE 43RD STATE ON JULY 3RD, 1890, ONE OF THE RAREST STAR COUNTS AMONG SURVIVING AMERICAN FLAGS OF THE 19TH CENTURY
Web ID: 43j-805
Frame Size (H x L): Approx. 89" x 120"
Flag Size (H x L): 77" x 108"
Numerous flags appeared with unofficial star counts in early America, some of them produced by flag-makers in large quantity in anticipation of the addition of more states. Interestingly enough, other flags were officially adopted by the United States Congress, but for all practical purposes were never produced. Among these is the 43 star flag, which reflects the addition of Idaho. A tiny handful of flags with this star count are known, but they are among the most rare of all examples throughout American history. To understand why, one may turn back the clock to the 1876 and examine flag production from that year until the addition of the 44th state.
After the Flag Act of 1818, the official "flag year" began every July 4th. So on Independence Day, all states having been added to the Union over the previous year were officially given a star. Makers of flags, however, did not wait for July 4th and official star counts. Flag-making was a competitive industry and many manufacturers added stars before new states were actually added, wishing to create a reason for consumers to buy new flags and one-up each other in sales.
In 1876 the 37 star flag was official, but on August 1st we received our 38th state. Many flag-makers abandoned the 37 star flag when production began for the Centennial International Exposition, a six-month long World's Fair held in Philadelphia as the first of its kind in America, which served as the nucleus for celebrations of our 100-year anniversary of independence from Britain. In that year 38 stars was a common choice, but other flag-makers actually skipped past 38 all-together, choosing to instead produce 39 star flags, anticipating the addition of the Dakota Territory as one state.
Seeing that Dakota wasn't coming, production after 1876 seems to have reverted to the 38 star count. Then in 1889, thirteen years later, 39 star flags were once again manufactured with the anticipation of Dakota's statehood. On November 2nd of that year, a surprise was lay in store for the makers of 39 star flags, when the Dakotas arrived as two different states, which forever rendered 39 star flags both inaccurate and unofficial. Just a few days later, on November 8th, Montana entered the Union as the 41st state, followed by Washington State as number 42 just three days hence on November 11th.
40 star flags were made in limited quantity, reflecting the Dakotas entry. This count is extremely scarce, but not exceptionally rare. Perhaps this is because some flag-makers anticipated the number correctly, and so some of the 40's are anticipatory flags.
41 star flags, by contrast, are among the rarest that exist in 19th century America. This was a 3-day flag and an increase ending in a count of 41seems to not have been guessed.
In stark contrast, 42 star flags are common. These reflect the four new states that arrived in that week-and-a-half period between November 2nd and the 11th. For the next seven-eight months flag-makers seem to have favored this star count, producing many of them, probably with great enthusiasm for a reason to make new flags.
Just one day before the 42 star flag would have become official, on July 3rd, 1990, Idaho snuck in as the 43rd state, which rendered all of the 42 star flags forever unofficial. The 43 star flag became official on July 4th, but flag-makers basically skipped over the 43 star count entirely. This is because on July 10th, just 7 days after Idaho gained statehood, Wyoming was admitted. Practically all flag-makers seem to have predicted this and 43 star flags, while official for one year, were overlooked in favor of those with a count of 44 to add Wyoming as well. For all practical purposes, 43 star flags were not made. Only a tiny handful survive, perhaps 10-12 examples. Of these, three are printed parade flags (a.k.a., "hand-wavers"), while the remainder are larger, pieced-and-sewn examples. I have been privileged to own the majority of these.
Although too large to be hand-carried, this exceptional flag was made in the style of United States Infantry battle flags of the time. Made entirely of fine silk, the canton and stripes of the flag are hand-sewn with great care and precision. The flat-fell seams are tiny and the stitching is extraordinary throughout, with careful use of various colors of thread as required for the best results. By 1890, few flags were hand-sewn in this fashion, especially in the piecing of stripes, which could easily be joined with a treadle machine. The stars are executed in gilt paint, like those that appear on the majority of Civil War, Union Army battle flags. These are arranged in what may seem like a peculiar layout of staggered rows, in counts of 8-7-7-7-7-7, with the initial star in the first row off-set, but with the last star right-justified, so as to line up with those in the 3rd and 5th rows. This configuration, with its curious method of alignment, must have appeared in a photo of some nature that was widely distributed, because the same design appears on more than half of the known and very rare examples of 43 star flags, which otherwise vary drastically their manner of construction. This is made even more interesting by the fact that there was no official star pattern for the American national flag until 1912, so the design was left completely to the whims of the maker, or to the individual that commissioned the manufacture of any particular flag.
A metallic, gold bullion fringe is hand-sewn along the top, bottom, and fly end. The red, white, and blue fabric of the canton and the striped field below it were rolled over and hand-stitched. This was lined with lightweight cotton for reinforcement. A leather tab is hand-sewn into the lower opening of the sleeve, but there is no evidence of a corresponding tab at the top, and there is no evidence that one was ever present. Though leather tabs of this sort are typical on many silk flags, the manner of stitching on the lower one suggests that this feature was added by the buyer, or perhaps an outfitter that sold it, as opposed to the flag-maker.
Although there is no specific history of use, this is a ceremonial flag, made in military fashion, that may have seen military use of some sort. The colors of the flag are saturated and strong. The fabric is lustrous and the gilt-painted stars are beautiful. In summary, this is one of the rarest star counts that there is among antique American flags, on a stunning, hand-sewn flag, made of the finest materials available.
Mounting: The flag has been mounted and framed within our own conservation department, which is led by expert trained staff. We take great care in the mounting and preservation of flags and have framed thousands of examples.
The background is 100% cotton twill, black in color. The black-painted, hand-gilded and distressed molding is Italian. The glazing is U.V. protective plexiglass. Feel free to contact us for more details.
Condition: There is moderate to significant breakdown with associated loss along the fly end, accompanied by a number of minor splits elsewhere throughout, a couple with minor loss, the most significant of which is in the canton, between the 3rd and 4th rows of stars. There is minor to modest loss in the bullion fringe. There is very minor water staining and very minor soiling in the white stripes and there is modest of the same along the hoist end. There is a small cluster of very small brown spots in the white stripe beneath the canton, in addition to a number of even more minor incidents of the same elsewhere throughout. There is minor gilt loss in the stars from creasing and splits. Many of my clients prefer early flags to show their age and history of use. The flag presents beautifully.
Collector Level: Flags for the truest Patriots. My best offerings
Flag Type: Sewn flag
Star Count: 43
Earliest Date of Origin: 1890
Latest Date of Origin: 1890
State/Affiliation: Idaho
War Association: 1866-1890 Indian Wars
Price: Please call (717) 676-0545 or (717) 502-1281


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Edmund Wilson (Red Bank, New Jersey, 8. svibnja 1895. – Talcottville, New York, 12. lipnja 1972.) američki književni i društveni kritičar.

Životopis

Wilson je rođen u New Jerseyju. Njegovi roditelji su bili Helen Mather i odvjetnik Edmund Wilson. Wilson je pohađao školu Hill u Pennsylvaniji koji je završio 1912. Tamo je bio urednik glavnog školskog književnog časopisa  The Record. Od 1912. do 1916. pohađao je sveučilište Princeton. Počeo se baviti novinarstvom uređujući New York Sun te je sudjelovao u  Prvom svjetskom ratu.

Wilson je 1920. i 1921. godine bio urednik časopisa Vanity Fair. Njegova su djela utjecala na Uptona Sinclaira, Johna Dos Passosa, Sinclaira Lewisa, i Theodorea Dreisera. Pisao je drame, pjesme i romane, ali je najznačajniji kao književni kritičar. Na njega su snažno utjecala djela Freuda i Marxa.

Knjigu Axelov zamak je objavio 1931. pružajući u njoj pregled  simbolističke književnosti. U knjizi To the Finland Station, objavljenoj 1940. govori o razvoju socijalizma u Europi.

Bio je zagovornik književnika kao što su W. B. Yeats, T. S. Eliot, James Joyce, Ernest Hemingway, John Dos Passos, William Faulkner, F. Scott Fitzgerald i Vladimir Nabokov i uvelike je zaslužan za to što su dobili pozornost kritike. No bio je i žestoki protivnik "popularnih" pisaca koje je držao nekvalitetnima, kao što su J. R. R. Tolkien i H. P. Lovecraft.

Protivio se američkoj politici za vrijeme hladnog rata i protestno je odbijao plaćati porez zbog čega je izveden pred sud. Smatrao je da vlasti militarizacijom i antikomunističkom propagandom krše prava građana. Kritizirao je i američko miješanje u Vijetnamski rat.

Ženio se triput i bio je poznat po velikom broju ljubavnih veza. Umro je 1972. godine.

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