At Approved Technical Service Ltd, we've worked tirelessly to establish ourselves as an industry leader for boiler installation in Leicester during the past 10 years. Our Gas Safe registered engineers work with all models and makes, and therefore have a wide range of boilers for you to choose from.
Our Gas Safe registered engineers are familiar with all models and makes, and therefore we offer a wide range of boilers for you to choose from.
The typical life span of a boiler is 12 years, and a gas fired boiler makes up about around 55% of what you spend in a year on energy bills, so an energy efficient boiler makes a huge difference. If you were to replace an outdated gas boiler with a new, A-rated condensing boiler, you would save on average £300 per year and significantly reduce your carbon dioxide emissions. For more information, please see www.energysavingtrust.co.uk. Approved Technical Service Ltd specialises in supplying and installing energy efficient systems. As well as being more environmentally friendly than conventional gas boilers, they also will pay for themselves within 6-7 years, meaning they're a shrewd investment too. In addition to offering highly competitive prices for new boiler installations, we're also able to negotiate extended product warranties due to our long standing relationships with suppliers.
To arrange a free, no obligation estimate for a boiler installation, call our team now to book your appointment. All of our quotes and estimates are free and fixed price, with each stage of the job explained from start to completion, meaning you'll know exactly what you'll pay.
We take gas safety seriously at Approved Technical Service Ltd. All of our engineers carry their official identity card, so you can be sure they are registered.
The official gas safety organisation in Great Britain is the Gas Safe Register. On 1st April 2009, the Gas Safe Register replaced CORGI. The regulation and registration of gas engineers falls to the Gas Safe Register. For companies and engineers working with gas appliances, membership is mandatory. You can visit the Gas Safe Register website or call 0800 408 5500 if you wish to find out more.
Our goal is to get the correct boiler for your needs, not the least difficult system to fit.
Combi boilers are the UK's most widely used sort of boiler for gas central heating and domestic warm water. They're simple to install, easy to use and cost-effective to run.
A combi boiler only heats water when a hot tap or shower is switched on, guaranteeing optimum efficiency. You don't have to find space for a water storage cylinder or have a tank within the attic. Hot water is sent to your taps at mains pressure, so you can enjoy a powerful shower without the need for a pump.
A system boiler heats your heating system directly and generates hot water for the cylinder.
A system boiler, like a regular (conventional) boiler works on the basic principle of stored hot water. However, a system boiler is different from a regular boiler in certain essential respects.
First of all, most of the main individual components of the heating and hot water system are constructed into a system boiler, meaning installation is faster, tidier, simpler and much more efficient.
Secondly, the hot water is pumped from the system boiler throughout the heating system to the radiators and hot water cylinder, providing a fast response and more cost effective running costs. The system boiler removes the requirement for a feed and expansion cistern.
Heat only boilers are also known as 'regular' or 'conventional' boilers. If you're replacing an old boiler and have a small expansion tank and a larger cold water storage cistern in your attic space, you most likely have already got a heat only boiler.
Heat only boilers are generally installed on an open vented system. The system will often comprise two tanks in the attic, a hot water storage cylinder in the airing cupboard and a separate pump.


Sheesh, time flies when you're having fun!
Having arrived in Taiwan seemingly just yesterday, five days zoomed by, and I'm already en route back to the Continent. People do refer to Europe as "the Continent", right? I feel like I've heard that before. And if not, let's be clear: I'm currently amid the sluggishly long travel back across the world to Europe right about… now.
Immediately upon arriving to Taiwan, I felt like a fish not just out of water, but like a fish out of water and flopping helplessly on the moon! That is to say, it was abruptly foreign in every sense of the word. In all my previous experiences overseas — beit in Italy or France, even Canada or Chile — I can milk my way through any language barriers, read signs, order coffee, and all in all feel acquainted. Touching down in Taiwan, boy oh boy, I was out of my element. And truly, man oh man, how things have changed over these brief few days!
To begin, I've learned a variety of words which assist in my social lubrication. My hello and thank you have been joined by the likes of both yes and no. No is interesting, as it's actually two words which amount to "not yes", if I understand even mildly correctly. So I think I can say not thank you and not hello; the former I use to say "You're welcome" and the latter I use to say "Goodbye". Which I'm nearly certain is entirely incorrect, but that's besides the point. Saying it with enough confidence, I gain satisfaction in pretending to know what I'm doing.
In practice, I do say thank you about a billion times per day which is a testament to how friendly and hospitable the Taiwanese are. This race has been a distinct pleasure and I can't thank the local liaisons, sponsors, race officials and directors, fans, and everyone else for making it so enjoyable.
–There is no such thing as too much fresh sushi when in Asia.
–Breakfast buffets offer a fascinating glimpse in cultural cuisine. Cabbage for breakfast, lunch, and dinner is great; that much I expected. The chicken nuggets, though, came as more of a surprise served three times per day. From left to right, mysterious and succulent sauteed mushrooms, boiled eggs — maybe chicken or perhaps goose — I had both this week. Next, creamed potatoes and fish, the ubiquitous chicken nuggets, and I believe that final flash of color is the Taiwanese take on collard greens. Yup, this is breakfast.
–Coffee cultures feature a vast variation from nation to nation. Italian coffee is utterly distinct from French, American, Turkish, et cetera. As a coffee lover but far from a coffee snob, I declare Taiwanese coffee culture among the best. That being said, I am just a touch remiss I didn't visit this all-under-one-roof establishment.
–When enjoying an evening stroll through city streets, you may pump the brakes on your excitement when the enticing ice-cream-truck music comes within earshot. Those alluring tunes are announcing to locals to bring out their trash — yup, that's the garbage truck.
–Airport bathrooms often feature a dramatic, big, red button on the wall, akin to what the evil antagonists in James Bond movies have to launch nuclear missiles. No nuclear disaster here folks; when pushed they announce, "Please do not smoke in the bathroom! Please do not smoke in the bathroom!" Disaster averted.
–It is very windy in Taiwan. Stage two was a mighty gale and yesterday I reckon was a categorical hurricane. Albeit a welcomed warm and dry one.
–I already mentioned in a previous entry that 7-Eleven is iconic in Taiwan. Last night from this one vantage point in which I'm standing, I could see four different 7-Eleven stores. Fact.
–Taiwanese pickle everything. I have a broad and accepting palate for most things, but from my experience they're all delicious.
–Much like Goldilocks and the Three Bears, there are Ted&Cameron and the Three Beers. Pineapple was far too sweet; liche fruit was simply too subtle; Honeydew Melon, however, was refreshingly just right.
And on that note as I bid you a sleepy adieu, if you don't want Melon beer, you could practice your Taiwanese, point at the fruity beer in front of you, and proficiently say "No, NOT Beer". You might then end up with this, THE Beer.
Your no idea is lotus root.
This might be handy during future cultural excursions.
my inability to grasp any semblance of cultural awareness in asia always made me feel lost as an illegitimate child on father's day. I could never tell if people were inviting me to dinner or mugging me.


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The venue is a splendid masia located in the Glorieta river valley, close to the village of Montral on the Brugent river. The village sits at the foot of Puig Pelat, the highest peak in the Prades mountain range, and offers us incomparable views.
The fairytale castle, the natural pool and the large finca are set in remote woodland so we can enjoy the weekend in complete privacy.
This year, as well as camping in tents and campervans, we are thrilled to offer rooms in a fantastic castle and masia. There are double rooms, double rooms ensuite and dorm rooms, some ensuite, for between 3/4/5 people. Places are limited so don't delay in getting yours!
The Masia is at the top of the land and closer to the camping area, two of the workshops spaces, the restaurant and the bar.
The Castle is closer to the natural swimming pool and the lower workshop space.
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Making Humans a Multi-Planetary Species
By: Jesse Rogerson, PhD
Source: Mary Ann Liebert, Inc. publishers
Elon Musk makes his case for why humans should be a multi-planetary species
Late last year, Elon Musk gave a talk at the 67th International Astronautical Congress outlining why he believes humans need to be a multi-planetary species, and how he plans to do it. Musk's talk, which you can watch here, has also been transcribed into this helpful document. This is a plain-language description of putting humans on Mars written by one of the leaders in the game. It's worth a read (or a watch).
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As a passionate science communicator, Jesse Rogerson loves promoting science literacy to the public. He frequently represents the Canada Aviation and Space Museum on television and radio, social media, and at conferences. A trained and practicing astrophysicist, Jesse holds a PhD in observational astrophysics from York University, and publishes his research in peer-reviewed journals. Jesse enjoys riding his motorcycle, board games, and ultimate frisbee.
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AS A PRACTICAL MATTER GOV. NORTHAM MUST RESIGN
Virginia Governor Ralph Northam has confirmed a racist picture is he in a 1984 yearbook. He has acknowledged his actions were wrong and racist and apologized. He said his actions then do not reflect his attitude, views or policies now or at any time throughout his military, medical or public career.
I believe a person can be redeemed from a hideous past. Grace and redemption must remain operative. His overall record as governor has been very positive. He acted heroically during the racist protests in Charlottesville that killed Heather Heyer, he has advocated for taking down the Confederate statues around Virginia and he has advanced voting rights in Virginia.
However, because of the depth of the offense, as a practical matter and under the avalanche of criticism, it will be virtually impossible for Governor Northam to govern. Therefore, it would be wise for him to resign.
Rainbow PUSH Coalition is a multi-racial, multi-issue, progressive, international organization that was formed in December 1996 by the Reverend Jesse L. Jackson, Sr. through merging of two organizations he founded Operation PUSH People United to Serve Humanity (estab. 1971) and the Rainbow Coalition (estab. 1984). With headquarters in Chicago and offices in Washington, D.C., Atlanta, Detroit, Houston, Los Angeles, New York and Oakland, the organization works to make the American Dream a reality for all citizens while advocating for peace and justice around the world. RPC is dedicated to improving the lives of all people by serving as a voice for the voiceless. Its mission is to protect, defend and gain civil rights by leveling the economic and educational playing fields while promoting peace and justice around the world.


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Scheen Jazzorkester is going into Rainbow Studio this weekend (week 4 – 2018) to record compositions of the great piano player Eyolf Dale and Eyolf himself is of course playing the piano. We very much look forward to hear what they are coming up with this time. This will be the 4th release of Scheen jazzorkester on Losen Records.


I love watching author interviews. It can be informative to hear how each authors' journeys to success have progressed differently. Watching an interview between two authors going back and forth can be an even better experience as they share their stories.
I find myself having some feelings though as I watch this recent video. It is a conversation between Stephen King and George R. R. Martin. They are asking each other questions back and forth and telling all kinds of stories about when they were young ones.
Thie first thing I feel is inspired. As I'm listening to the video I open the document that is one of the two novels I am actively working on. (As I work a full-time job, this means I write randomly and sporadically, and never as much as I wish I could).
As I continued to listen I also became a little disappointed in myself, because I don't write as much as I want or should and I haven't finished my novels. I haven't published anything in any significant publication and so it's easy to take that to mean that I'm not a real writer or that I'll never publish anything.
"Do I care?" What if this is true and I never get published. Would I stop writing my stories? And I know the answer of course not. Even if no one ever read anything I created I would still want to write it down, because I enjoy the act of creating. I enjoy committing the words onto the page. Of typing so fast to get a thought written that the sentences are littered with typos and illegible to anyone including myself.
So the only thing from this video I will hold onto is the advice and stories I enjoyed listening to and the feeling of initial inspiration I felt.
I am a writer. Nothing else is relevant.
For your viewing pleasure here is the video that sparked the train of thought that led to this post.
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I am noticing more and more books about dystopian societies. Some of the first ones that came out were pretty good, even some of the ones coming out now aren't bad. However, I can only read so many dystopian society books before I want to roll my eyes all the way back in to my head, groan, and mumble under my breadth "Again?".
I understand that some authors or maybe the publishers (since they're the ones who pick the books that get published) are recognizing a trend amongst readers. After all, look at how well The Hunger Games & Divergent did, to name a couple. Those books became popular to the point of becoming movies. That is quite an accomplishment and those particular books are in fact very good.
The problem is that smaller authors are attempting to do the same thing with the same results. Like plugging a formula in and waiting for the outcome. That isn't how writing or publishing should work, (I should say because I am certain publishers have utilized formulas at times). These little writers seem to think if they just do what these bestseller writers did then they will become them.
Wrong. They are in fact misinterpreting what these bestselling writers did. They wrote their own story. They didn't follow market trends. So when their book came out it was new and something readers could be excited about. But now when I see more dystopian books coming out I just want to cringe. "Couldn't the writer think of anything else?" The subject is no longer new and exciting but rather becoming old and tired in my mind.
Don't get me wrong I know that The Hunger Games was not the first dystopian novel ever written. Book genres move in cycles of popularity, but I am more than ready to move out of this particular genre and into something new. This also means that the next author to publish something new and well written will probably be the next crazy bestseller and the cycle will begin again.
What are your thoughts? Do you agree with me or think I'm totally wrong? I'd love to know. Everyone is entitled to their opinion just keep it respectful.


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Magic Words: The Extraordinary Life Of Alan Moore (Comic) Review
Lance Parkin's gorgeously designed Alan Moore biography comes with a rare treat in the world of Moore paraphernalia: not one, but two flippant/adoring quotes of approval from its subject. Granted that's not particularly rare in the world of biographies, but in the world of Alan Moore it's practically unheard of. This is an artist who rarely speaks his mind about anything connected to him, unless it's to scorn and mock the work of someone else who dares to create something connected to his genius. As you might expect, that means that Parkin's Magic Words is an adoring tome about all things Alan Moore. This isn't the first time that Parkin has written about the bearded comic book guru, and it likely won't be the last. So, it's safe to say that Parkin is a tremendous admirer of Moore who doesn't have much in the way of negative things to say about the writer or his work. That doesn't make for the most objective or complex book about Alan Moore imaginable, but thankfully Parkin's adoration for his subject is absolutely infectious and chances are that by the time you're done the book you'll want to bust out our old Alan Moore trades for a re-read or even sample some of the more obscure sections of his career that Parkin covers in detail here.
The book itself is part biography and part analysis, structured as a chronological study of Moore's life. All of the obvious ground is covered, from Moore's middle class English upbringing to his brief dalliance in cartooning before breaking into British comics after years of struggle. The bulk of the book is dedicated to Moore's groundbreaking work at DC and beyond with healthy portions allotted to the creation of Watchmen, Marvelman, V For Vendetta, The League Of Extraordinary Gentlemen, From Hell, Lost Girls and more (or Moore… please forgive the pun). Parkin weaves together the story with heaping spoonfuls of quotes from Moore taken from vintage interviews with the writer as well as new insights that Parkin got from current interviews after his unauthorized biography became unexpectedly authorized. Parkin also gets input from a few of Moore's collaborators, both those who love him like Eddie Campbell and spurned former artistic lovers like Warrior editor Dez Skinn. What emerges is the tale of a difficult yet undeniably ingenious artist. Parkin never skips details on Moore's (at times) irrational sense of bitterness and entitlement within the comics industry, nor does he gloss over Moore's unconventional lifestyle choices like polygamy and magic. However, he never slings mud either, always defending Moore or at least trying to come to a point of understanding about his complex subject.
At worst, it can feel like a bit of editorial whitewashing, but at best Parkin gets into some intriguing analysis of some of the biggest mysteries surrounding the comics legend. In particular, Parkin's recounting and examination of Moore's time as a magician is quite fascinating. The author is quick to acknowledge that Moore's psychedelic drug intake and desire to reinvent himself played a large role in that bizarre period while also delving into the philosophies behind Moore's magic fascination than runs deeper than a David Copperfield act. Better still is Parkin's running analysis of all of Moore's major works amidst the biographical details. The author has clearly read and studied these works a great deal and provides plenty of intriguing insights like the often ignored satirical black comedy of Watchmen (particularly Rorschach), the overlooked political brilliance of Moore's unfinished Big Numbers, the surprisingly intellectual content behind the sensationalistic/pornographic Lost Girls, and he even gets into thoughtful analysis of why the Hollywood adaptation of Moore's work have failed so thoroughly (too often these arguments are limited to "because they changed Moore's brilliant writing," so it's nice to hear from someone who put a little more thought into it). Throughout it all, Parkin writes in a clever and even playful style that mimics his subject's mix of high-brow ideas and guttural entertainment.
While there are books with deeper textual analysis of Moore's work and more balanced biographies out there, Lance Parkin's Magic Words feels like the definitive Alan Moore study because it provides a little bit of everything and does it all well. For what it's worth the physical book itself is also gorgeously designed with an intriguing/hilarious cover image of Moore smoking a mysterious substance and very pretty, durable black pages. It's a wonderful piece of work for Alan Moore aficionados that also doubles as a fascinating introduction of the man, myth, and legend for those somehow unfamiliar with the subject. It's inevitable that more Moore books will be published and perhaps future tomes will be more intriguing or balanced, but for now this is the finest study of Alan Moore's life and work currently on the market. Definitely pick it up for the comic book obsessive in your life (or for yourself, you count too).
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Thomas H. K. Brooks, who joined Ann Taylor Inc. in April, has been named a vice chairman of the fashion chain, which is rapidly expanding under his father, Joseph E. Brooks.
The elder Mr. Brooks, who is chairman of Ann Taylor, led a management group that, along with Merrill Lynch Capital Partners, bought the company from the Campeau Corporation for $430 million in late 1988. Ann Taylor was one of several businesses sold by Campeau to help reduce its heavy debt from its purchase of the Federated and Allied department store chains.
Before buying Ann Taylor, the senior Mr. Brooks, 60 years old, was chief executive of Lord & Taylor, and after he became head of Ann Taylor he brought with him six top executives who had been with him at Lord & Taylor, including his son.
At the time, Thomas Brooks, 38, was named executive vice president and director of stores. He will now be a vice chairman, along with Gerald H. Blum, 58, another former Lord & Taylor executive who joined Ann Taylor in October. The company's president, Michele Fortune, left abrubtly in October, saying she had been dismissed.
The company named three new executive vice presidents and said they would report to Thomas Brooks. They are Robert S. Bland, Joan E. Ryan and Martin I. Seitz.
His father is known for building Lord & Taylor profits, expanding the chain from 19 stores when he took over in 1975 to 46 when he left 12 years later. Mr. Brooks left in 1987 after Associated Dry Goods, then the Lord & Taylor parent, was sold to the May Department Stores Company.
His son began in the retail business with the Denver Dry Goods Company and Carson Pirie Scott in Chicago. With Lord & Taylor, his jobs included regional vice president for the New England stores, regional vice president for the Dade and Broward County stores in Florida, and regional merchandise manager. He is a graduate of Wabash College in Crawfordsville, Ind.


In this episode all about constellations there are etymologies to your heart's desire. You'll find stories involving manuscript errors, learn how celestial navigation works, encounter exotic and fantastical creatures, and learn what selenography is in this episode about English words written in the stars. Listen on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Pippa, or Google Play, or follow us on Twitter @WordJourneysPod.
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In our first holiday episode, we discover the ultimate origin of the word"Christmas," along with other words originating from religious holy oil. Then, we use the holiday as an excuse to explore many modern "oily" words. Listen on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Pippa, or Google Play, or follow us on Twitter @WordJourneysPod.
This episode contains two stories about Egypt. The first involves Egypt's connection to alchemy, and we explore English words derived from that scientific tradition. The second concerns the Romani people, and words that have come about in attempts to pinpoint their geographical origin. Listen on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Pippa, or Google Play, or follow us on Twitter @WordJourneysPod.
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Episode 11: You Have Syphilis – Take a Pamphlet!
In the first episode of season 2, we look into the unique history of the word "syphilis" and trace its origin to a character in a Renaissance poem (involving parrots and Atlantis!). Plus, a story about how a comic lover led to an important word in the history of printing. Listen on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Pippa, or Google Play, or follow us on Twitter @WordJourneysPod.
In the final episode of season one, Dallas is joined by Ruben Post to discuss Jewish names and naming practices in various times and places, ranging from the Hellenistic Period to the Holy Roman Empire and all the way up to Zionist movement. We discuss many etymologies, translations, and calques, and dive into the specific historical moments which generated many Jewish surnames that are prevalent today.
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We'll be back with new episodes in a few months. In the meantime, subscribe so you'll catch them when they come out, and stay in touch by following us on Twitter @WordJourneysPod or leaving us a good review on iTunes!
We discuss how two bird calls became incorporated into Latin as bird names, which then led to many interesting English derivatives. Plus, we discuss onomatopoeia, talking birds, and a word derived from ancient Egyptian. Listen on SoundCloud, Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, or Google Play, or follow us on Twitter @WordJourneysPod.
Here you can find links to jay calls, hoopoe calls, and the specific hoopoe recording that was used in the episode.
We discuss the word "zero" – its origin, its importance, and some other English words that mean "zero" (with a Game of Thrones reference!). Listen on SoundCloud, Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, or Google Play.
We dive into the etymology for certain shades of red and discuss the common element that unites them all. It turns out to be an important and long-standing element of global trade, appearing in many places and influencing many different languages. Listen on SoundCloud, Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, or Google Play.
We look at the legacy of Latin words for horses and cows, and how the evolving use of these animals over time led to new societal roles and new words. Plus, we discuss Vulgar Latin and a special kind of cowboy. Listen on SoundCloud, Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, or Google Play.
Episode 5: And a Bottle of Rum!
A look at different theories for the origin of the word "rum," which takes us to Britain, Southeast Asia, and the Caribbean. Plus, an etymology originating with rum production in Alaska. Listen on SoundCloud, Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, or Google Play.


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package com.aspose.words.examples.featurescomparison.bookmarks.addbookmark;

import java.math.BigInteger;

import javax.xml.bind.JAXBContext;
import javax.xml.bind.JAXBElement;

import org.docx4j.XmlUtils;
import org.docx4j.jaxb.Context;
import org.docx4j.openpackaging.io.SaveToZipFile;
import org.docx4j.openpackaging.packages.WordprocessingMLPackage;
import org.docx4j.openpackaging.parts.WordprocessingML.MainDocumentPart;
import org.docx4j.samples.AbstractSample;
import org.docx4j.wml.CTBookmark;
import org.docx4j.wml.CTMarkupRange;
import org.docx4j.wml.ObjectFactory;
import org.docx4j.wml.P;
import org.docx4j.wml.P.Hyperlink;
import org.docx4j.wml.R;

import com.aspose.words.examples.Utils;

public class Docx4jBookmarkAdd  extends AbstractSample
{
    public static JAXBContext context = org.docx4j.jaxb.Context.jc;

    /**
     * @param args
     */
    public static void main(String[] args) throws Exception
    {
        // The path to the documents directory.
        String dataDir = Utils.getDataDir(Docx4jBookmarkAdd.class);

        WordprocessingMLPackage wordMLPackage = WordprocessingMLPackage.createPackage();

        String outputfilepath = dataDir + "Docx4j_BookmarkAdd.docx";

        wordMLPackage.getMainDocumentPart().addParagraphOfText("x");
        wordMLPackage.getMainDocumentPart().addParagraphOfText("x");
        wordMLPackage.getMainDocumentPart().addParagraphOfText("hello world");
        P p = (P)wordMLPackage.getMainDocumentPart().getContent().get(2);
        R r = (R)p.getContent().get(0);

        String bookmarkName = "abcd";
        bookmarkRun(p,r, bookmarkName, 123);

        wordMLPackage.getMainDocumentPart().addParagraphOfText("x");
        wordMLPackage.getMainDocumentPart().addParagraphOfText("x");

        // Now add an internal hyperlink to it
        Hyperlink h = MainDocumentPart.hyperlinkToBookmark(bookmarkName, "link to bookmark");
        wordMLPackage.getMainDocumentPart().addParagraphOfText("some text").getContent().add(h);

        System.out.println(XmlUtils.marshaltoString(p, true));

        SaveToZipFile saver = new SaveToZipFile(wordMLPackage);
        saver.save(outputfilepath);
        System.out.println("Done.");
    }

    /**
     * Surround the specified r in the specified p
     * with a bookmark (with specified name and id)
     * @param p
     * @param r
     * @param name
     * @param id
     */
    public static void bookmarkRun(P p, R r, String name, int id)
    {
        // Find the index
        int index = p.getContent().indexOf(r);

        if (index<0)
        {
                System.out.println("P does not contain R!");
                return;
        }

        ObjectFactory factory = Context.getWmlObjectFactory();
        BigInteger ID = BigInteger.valueOf(id);

        // Add bookmark end first
        CTMarkupRange mr = factory.createCTMarkupRange();
        mr.setId(ID);
        JAXBElement<CTMarkupRange> bmEnd = factory.createBodyBookmarkEnd(mr);
        p.getContent().add(index+1, bmEnd);

        // Next, bookmark start
        CTBookmark bm = factory.createCTBookmark();
        bm.setId(ID);
        bm.setName(name);
        JAXBElement<CTBookmark> bmStart =  factory.createBodyBookmarkStart(bm);
        p.getContent().add(index, bmStart);
    }
}


A lovely shop and a gorgeous selection of yarn and needles. Will go back every time I am in Munich.
absolutely gorgeous shop and seleccion of yarns. Very helpful staff and friendly owners.
I loved the shop and the yarn, simply fantastic. Wool heaven!


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Greta Thunberg, the 17-year-old Swedish activist, is due to address the annual World Economic Forum (WEF) gathering of global business and political leaders, where US President Donald Trump is the headline speaker. The 50th edition of the meeting sees the return of Trump after he pulled out in 2019.
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Sticking to the fiscal deficit target in this Budget would be a self goal. Agree?