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According to Sunday Times, Sportingbet and Unibet were reportedly working on a merger deal. It is a more and more common practice, so it doesn't suprise me much, it's almost industry standard in the times of such economic problems. Sadly, the negatiations fell short as Unibet announced its withdrawal.
"The board of Sportingbet notes continuing press speculation following an article which specifically referred to merger discussions with Unibet Group, a company listed on the OMX Nordic Exchange Stockholm. Unibet informed the company today that it has withdrawn from those talks".


text: For high-speed laser operations the use of parallel robots potentially offers many benefits, due to their structural stiffness and limited moving masses. This paper deals with a particular Delta, developed for high-speed laser cutting. Three RUU parallel chains allow only pure translations of the moving platform carrying the laser equipment, without any rotation: for this feature the machine is suitable for plane sheet metal cutting. The kinematic model, the workspace and singularity analyses, the functional design of the robot are treated. The proposed mechanical architecture seems to be efficient and industrially competitive for all the laser-cutting applications in which high speed, extreme accuracy and flexibility are required in a relatively small workspace.

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What advantages do United Studios offer over other traditional studios?
First of all, thanks to the USHDPRO technology the United Studios are the easiest most advanced do-it-yourself studios in the world. Furthermore, thanks to the state-of-the-art equipment, at a fraction of the cost of a traditional TV studio our clients can produce content for whatever purpose at an extremely low cost and therefore open an entirely new market, mass producing creative and sophisticated content that was and is not possible without our USHDPRO technology.
What practical skills will I need to work with the United Studios?
Our staff at United Studios will guide you step by step to make your project a one-of-a-kind masterpiece. And if you would like to master more United Studios techniques so that you can control and orchestrate your future video projects even more we have various courses to teach you the basics of how to produce professional quality video programs. This includes "above-the-line" experience in producing, writing, directing, casting, and art direction. Since you will do with our courses all of the production work yourself, you will also need to learn "below-the-line" skills such as camera operation; lighting; scene composition; audio miking and mixing; video editing and motion graphics.
What types of video projects will I be able to produce with United Studios?
By the time you finish our courses you will have produced your own Documentary Program , TV Commercial or Public Service Announcement or Client-Based Productions that provide you with real-world experience producing projects for your corporate needs, community, or nonprofit projects.

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1. What is the history of this area? How did the Berrenda Creek and Lake Valley ranch community get its start?
The ranches are near the historic mining towns of Hillsboro, Kingston and Lake Valley. When the heyday of gold and silver mining played out in the late 1800’s, ranching provided a more stable, economic base for the area. In fact, some of the ranches are still owned by original ranch family descendants.
Fast forward to today — the Berrenda Creek and Lake Valley ranch community is part of conservation land established though a partnership between the ranch owner/developer and New Mexico Land Conservancy in the 2004 -2008 timeframe. There are currently 34 custom homes, including true adobe, rammed earth, log home, and traditional frame construction. More information on how the ranch community got its start at this link.
2. Are these second homes or are the residents living here year-round? From where did people move?
There are 34 homes at the Berrenda Creek and Lake Valley ranch community. The community is the primary residence for most of the homeowners. There are a few properties being used as second homes. The homeowners are a people who work in the local area or have professions where they can work from home, and a mix of new and seasoned retirees. Broadband internet services at the ranch allow several of us to work remotely.
People living at the ranch come from near and far, including Albuquerque, Connecticut, Colorado, Florida, Massachusetts, Rhode Island, New Jersey, Minnesota, Michigan, Arizona, Iowa, Indiana, Maryland, Virginia, and California.
3. The ranch community looks very remote. What do the people do all day?
Yes, the ranches are very remote. When friends and relatives come to visit and see the remote landscape of the ranch, they often ask me, “What do people do out here all day?”. It’s hard to generalize what keeps the ranch residents busy on a daily basis, but it’s safe to say everyone in this community moved here to enjoy a remote, yet comfortable, lifestyle. The beauty of southern New Mexico high desert makes the community an ideal location for active retirement, work from home, or part-time residence.
When I think about my neighbors at Berrenda Creek and Lake Valley, the list of hobbies and recreational interests seems endless. I know amateur astronomers and photographers, hikers, tennis lovers, horse lovers, birders, quilters, artists, a Native American artifact enthusiast, a musician, a horse trainer, wildlife lovers, a pigeon keeper, woodworking and metal art hobbyists, a fine art photographer, Internet junkies, those who love to cook and garden, coffee snobs, EMTs, mahjong players, people learning Spanish, sport game hunters, private plane hobbyists, Hillsboro Community Library board members, public lands protection advocates, as well as volunteers for the Hillsboro Fire Department, Deming Animal Shelter, Hillsboro Community Center, and Komen Race for the Cure. Whew!
4. What is the HOA responsible for?
The homeowner associations at both Berrenda Creek and Lake Valley maintain the HOA roads, approve new construction design plans, and conduct the business of the respective HOA’s. If you would like to review a copy of the HOA covenants please contact us.
5. How restrictive are the HOA covenants?
If you would like to review a copy of the HOA covenants please contact us.
6. What type of recreational access do residents have to ranch and public lands?
Recreation, wildlife, and the wide-open views of the Black Range foothills are why many of the residents have made their home at Berrenda Creek and Lake Valley. The ranch and adjacent public lands provide an amazing opportunity to explore a beautiful, remote part of New Mexico. Homeowners use the ranch and public lands for hiking, horseback riding, mountain biking, and sport game hunting as well as bird, wildflower, ancient artifact, and wildlife observation. Direct access to the Gila National Forest is available from Berrenda Road. These maps show the public lands surrounding the ranches. Depending on what type of recreation you are planning, permits may be required — even for residents. This link details when New Mexico residents need a permit to access public lands from the ranch community. If you would like to review a copy of the Berrenda Creek Ranch or Lake Valley Ranch Recreation Use Easement please contact us.
7. Can I pasture horses?
8. Are hunting and firearms permitted?
People considering a home at the ranch community often want to know what the covenants say about hunting and the use of firearms. Hunting on the adjacent public lands is permitted in accordance with New Mexico Game and Fish. These maps show the public lands surrounding the ranches. The topics of firearms and hunting on the HOA common land are covered in the covenants documents. You can request a copy using the contact form.
9. How large are the ranches and is there a map showing the private ranch and adjacent private lands?
Berrenda Creek Ranch is approximately 24,000 acres and Lake Valley Ranch is approximately 50,000 acres. These maps show the proximity of the Berrenda Creek and Lake Valley ranches to the adjacent public lands.
10. Are there crime and security problems at the Berrenda Creek and Lake Valley Ranch Community?
This is a good question for anyone buying a home in any part of the U.S., but given the remoteness of the ranch and proximity to the Mexican border, it is a very astute question. Over the weekend, I decided to connect with a few of the residents at the ranch to ask about their experience. The feedback came fast and furious to my inbox. In summary, residents told me that they recognize that there are parts of southern New Mexico that have security issues related to crime and drug trade; that said, residents say that they feel safe at the ranch and were very willing to cite their individual experiences. Some take daily precautions and others indicate that they don’t take any precautions at all. And finally, there seems to be an informal community watch in place to keep and eye out for unusual behavior that might pose a security risk.
11. What’s the weather like?
This is the high desert of southern New Mexico. Mild winters and cool summer evenings at 5,300-foot elevation offer a comfortable four seasons climate to residents and the diverse vegetation is ideal for cattle and wildlife. The average temperature in January is 45˚F and 87˚F in July; of course, there is very little humidity all year long. This location has 300+ days of sunshine and 13″ of annual rainfall, on average. Most of the rain comes to the ranch during the summer monsoons during July and August. The weather statistics say that we get 6″ of snow, but I have not seen that much snow in the five years we have lived here.
12. I'm an amateur astronomer. How dark are the skies?
We are starting to get this question a lot. Here is feedback from my husband, the amateur astronomer in the family.
“The link below shows the dark sky map for Berrenda Creek ranch and vicinity. The cross marks the location of one of the houses on the ranch. The map, which is calculated, shows Berrenda skies to be Bortle 2. I measure the sky brightness with a Unihedron Sky Quality Meter with an angle of acceptance of 20deg and get about 21.6 Mags/sq arcsec at zenith, which corresponds to Bortle 4 and fits the description stated in the map notes. From Berrenda, cities of Las Cruces and El Paso line up towards the southeast. Their light dome extends to about 15degs alt. Other than that dome there are no other domes of any significance present.” Here’s the link.
Both ranches are accessible from Hwy 27, a paved road and part of the New Mexico scenic back country byways. The roads at Berrenda Creek and Lake Valley are dirt and the respective homeowners associations maintain these roads. Sierra County maintains Berrenda Road and Horse Thief Pass. Both of the county roads are dirt and they cut through Berrenda Creek Ranch. If you visit the ranch, you’ll find that the HOA-maintained roads are in better shape than the County roads.With any high clearance four-wheel or all-wheel-drive vehicle, you generally do not need to worry about getting around the ranch roads.
14. How is the well water supply?
The drilling of domestic wells has been successful at Berrenda Creek and Lake Valley Ranch communities. All homeowners were provided with a permitted well when they purchased their property from the developer. Well output varies around the ranch. At my house, we have a 8-gpm well output and we drink our well water.
15. Are there telephone, cable TV, Internet, and cell phone services available? Do FedX, UPS, and USPS deliver to the ranches?
The Berrenda Creek Ranch community has broadband Internet and phone service from a newly installed microwave canopy system provided by Windstream. Windstream standard rates apply to this rural installation. Satellite TV service is available through Direct TV and Hughes.
The Lake Valley Ranch community has access to satellite Internet and TV services through Hughes and Direct TV. For phone service, some of the homeowners use the Windstream microwave canopy system mentioned above and others have a Windstream radio-based service.
Cell phone services are available on the ranches from national carriers. The coverage varies depending on where you are on the ranch and there are some dead spots.
16. What about health services?
In Deming and Truth or Consequences there are hospitals with community health facilities and emergency services. Mimbres Memorial Hospital is located one hour south in Deming, while Sierra Vista Hospital is one hour north in Truth or Consequences.
A more extensive selection of health services, including university and private hospitals as well as medical specialists, are available in Las Cruces (1.5 hours away) and Albuquerque (three hours away).
The Hillsboro Fire Department offers 7×24 ambulance service through Sierra County. I needed the service on a Sunday night a few years ago. The 911 call was dispatched to TorC and the ambulance picked up the EMTs in Hillsboro. I am really glad to know that there are trained EMTs available for health emergencies.
Airports are far away, so you need to plan ahead when travelling. The Albuquerque International Sunport is 195 miles north, about three hours on I-25 North. The El Paso International Airport is 125 miles south, about two hours on I-25 South. Deming has a municipal airport for private planes.
18. Tell me more about the cattle operation and grazing rights. How does this impact the residents?
The Berrenda Creek and Lake Valley ranches include both residential homes and open rangeland. Heritage Cattle Company currently runs cattle on both ranches and the adjacent public lands.
Residents are not involved in the cattle business, but there is plenty to enjoy about living on a working cattle ranch. In the spring we see the cattle return from their winter grazing grounds to enjoy the high desert grasses on the ranch. During the summer and fall, the herd is moved to different grazing areas. Occasionally, I can see the cattle from my house, but more typically I see them at a distance in the pastures and especially near the water drinkers. It’s just part of a great day out hiking when I come upon a group of cattle shading themselves under a tree. Throughout the year, we see cowboys on horseback and in ranch vehicles doing routine maintenance, including trail improvement, fence mending, and checking water drinkers.
If you visit the ranches, you will see that many homeowners have opted to fence their building envelope to prevent cattle from being too close to their house and outbuildings. If you would like to know more about the grazing reservations, request a copy of the conservation easement deeds using the contact form.
19. Are there local contractors to call if you need maintenance at your property? Do UPS, FedEx, and USPS deliver? What about trash and recycling?
We are very fortunate to have a few local contractors at the ranches for handyman jobs, including minor plumbing, electrical repair, welding, excavation, driveway maintenance, housecleaning, and landscaping. A larger labor pool from nearby Deming, Hatch, TorC, and Las Cruces will come to the ranch for larger construction, landscaping, electrical, A/C maintenance, plumbing, and septic jobs.
UPS, FedEx, and USPS deliver to the ranches and there is a post office in Hillsboro.There is a local transfer station in Hillsboro for dumping trash and recycling.
20. Can I review the HOA covenant and conservation easement deed documents?
Yes. I can email you the documents. Request a copy using the contact form.
If you have additional questions or need help arranging a visit to the area, feel free to contact me at leslie@newmexicoranchcommunity.com.

industry_corpus2: Real Estate & Construction


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Land availability is one of the core structural issues that impact almost all the infrastructure sectors.
Land availability is one of the core structural issues that impact almost all the infrastructure sectors. In the past, land acquisition for public purpose had been beset by several issues surrounding processes, procedures and compensation. Under the 120-year-old prevailing act, the definition of "public purpose" was never clearly defined. The new Act is far-reaching insofar as it attempts to address the social inequities in the existing framework of land acquisition.
First, it clearly defines public purpose employing unambiguous vocabulary. It recognises that ownership benefits and livelihood benefits are two different factors that need to be factored in a compensation framework. For the first time, securing a minimum "consent to sell" by landowners is recognised as an important step in the acquisition process.
The Act also mandates a detailed diligence exercise supported by a dedicated hierarchy of institutions, including local government. However, in its efforts to plug the loopholes in the existing law, the Act is so thoroughly prescriptive that its implementability, utility and costs for compliance have been called into question.
1) Fragmentation and challenges in establishing ownership. Unlike in several other countries, the state does not guarantee the unassailability of land titles, despite being an intermediary in the registration process. However, where the government acquires land under existing laws, the title becomes established de novo. This is arguably one of the most important reasons cited by investors for government-supported land acquisition for private projects. The new Act has prescribed a very high threshold for securing a "minimum consent to sell" (between 70 and 80 per cent for projects with private investment) before the government can get involved in this process.
2) A new variable "market value of the land": This is defined to be the higher of the reckoner rates, average prices of recent transactions in the vicinity and the compensation agreed with the landowners as part of the "consent process". The consequent steep increase in the cost of land has been one of the most widely reported concerns from the investors. However, there is a lack of definition of the terms "recent" and "vicinity". Speculative trading by vested interests with very small parcels of land can move prices by a large amount in either direction. Observed prices are also determined by the land use and development control restrictions. Finally, the very process of securing consent from a significant majority of landholders could effectively kick-start a speculative bubble, which can increase the asset prices to unreasonably high values.
3) The importance of grassroots institutions like the Gram Sabha, Panchayats and the Collector in a consultative decision-making process. While this can bring greater credibility and reduce timelines for reaching consensus, the institutional bandwidth needed from central and state entities to govern the Rehabilitation and Resettlement (R&R) process seems onerous. However, the Act fails to establish the powers of these project level R&R committees and there are unclear penal provisions against abuse of official power during land acquisition.
4) The R&R package is applicable for all private acquisitions of land over 100 acres in rural areas, and 50 acres in urban areas. Most developers lack expertise in the area of rehabilitation or skill training, which are mandatory under the R&R process. For example, this could lead to a situation where private developers acquire land parcels that are in multiple lots, each under the prescribed threshold for R&R compensation through other entities. There may be several cases where a 50-acre plot displaces more number of people than a 100-acre plot.
There are several other provisions of the Act that need to be detailed out further to understand their implications. For example, it has been stipulated that all infrastructure projects falling under the PPP route, should secure a minimum consent to sell of at least 70 per cent. However, one can think of a scenario where the government acquires land for development of capital projects, and achieves substantial progress in development, before co-opting a private investor. Such a scenario may happen several decades after the land acquisition. In such cases, this clause can be circumvented in practice.
The present Act is retrospectively applicable for areas where allocation has been made, but no development has been carried out for five years. This will give an impetus to present projects which have completed land acquisition but haven't begun development yet. Private players sitting on large tracts of land will now be pushed to develop the land with greater urgency or risk losing it to government land bank.
In order for the Act to genuinely strike a good balance, it needs process, administrative and bureaucratic support from several external agencies. There is a need for extensive institutional reform, downstream reforms to allied laws, greater co-ordination across federal agencies, and investor-friendly rules and regulations in downstream implementation of the Act. Unless these fall in place very quickly, enactment of the Act can become a Pyrrhic victory for the government leading to long-term damage for the economy.


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I'm trying to identify an episode of Law & Order (the original) I saw a long time ago. I remember some sketchy plot points, but very few specifics. Worse yet, I only saw the first 3/4 or the episode, and I can't even remember what season or cast the episode was, though I'm pretty sure it was one of the Jerry Orbach seasons. Maybe Benjamin Bratt or Chris Noth as well -- I don't think it was in the Jesse L. Martin part of the run, but who knows.
Anyway, the plot had to do with two rich teenage girls, and a neighbor boy. The boy had driven one or both of the sisters home from some party or something on the night the crime was committed, and his family tried to stonewall a search of his car by playing the "wealthy and powerful card." I remember that the girls' Hispanic nanny/maid was really reluctant to talk to the cops. I think they were heading toward a revelation that the younger sister was really the older one's niece or something like that, but I really don't know.
I know it's really sketchy, and I'm reading through 16 seasons of plot summaries on an episode guide trying to jog my memory, but I figured I'd take a shot with the crowd here.
Sounds like it could be, but the description's a little thin for me to tell. Thanks, though!
There's a more detailed description. Does that help?
Neenaboy, that's the episode that sprang to ming when I read the OP. I'm pretty sure that's right.
Sounds good! And it's on TNT next week! Thanks!
You know that would be an amazingly freaky coincidence if it were not for the fact that every episode of L&O is on during any given moment somewhere in the world. As it is, it's amazing there's going to be a week's wait.


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There are a multitude of benefits to scanning business documents in bulk – here are the main advantages.
Bulk scanning can save significant amounts of time, compared to implementing paperless operations bit-by-bit. Gathering all documents into one place to be scanned can be a stressful and sometimes overwhelming experience however; once this is out of the way bulk scanning can be a quick, simple and effective process and you can reap the benefits of electronic document management straight away.
By bulk scanning documents, businesses benefit from faster paperless operations integration. This gives them the chance to implement operations faster and iron out any issues experienced all at once. Incorporating scanning into day-to-day business gives managers and employees alike the chance to see exactly how things will change, as well as understanding exactly how the process will affect their roles.
Companies that take the time to switch an entire department over to paperless operations are allowing a business and its employees to draw benefits from a big transition. Managers should answer questions, ease worries and ensure that all employees understand what a digital move means for a business and its departments. This allows each staff member to work off the same page and recognise what they need to do to help a business move forward, meet goals and exceed expectations. Scanning documents department by department can be effective, but why not save time and do everything all at once?
Bulk document scanning can transform an office space, reducing paperwork and unneeded filing cabinets. This space can be utilised in many ways from adding more workstations for staff without having to relocate to a new premises.
Some businesses may discover that their office is too big for purpose once all documents have been digitised. This gives companies the opportunity to move to a smaller space and benefit from the savings of lower rent.
Saved space can be used to improve the office environment and improve employee productivity thanks to a less cluttered area.
Getting rid of excessive filing systems and investing in bulk scanning puts all documents in one digital place. This increases turnaround times, reduces the time spent searching for a document and gives employees the opportunity to focus on other important areas such as customer service. Focussing on other things rather than spending this time wandering in search of a lone piece of paper helps businesses identify strengths and weaknesses; which can be built upon to help a company grow and develop.
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Renewals for 2019/20 will be open from 6th May. Should you have any questions regarding your renewal please contact us on 1800 134 835 or etu.members@etuvic.com.au.
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DnA, our work, Design and Art, while each hold to their distinctions and are often understood as separate fields of creative practice and enquiry they are also widely acknowledged as inherently intertwined. The DnA project was initiated by a keen desire to identify the intrinsic connections amongst peers. This is a generative research study set in parallel to the way we work, the way we understand our work and the way our work evolves. It has been built on the premise that the acts of listening, questioning and riposte might help to unravel the complex matrix that makes up research within the creative fields. Our aim is to make our form of research more easily understood between ourselves and in turn to our peers situated in other fields of study or context.
The DnA project responds to a rich and vibrant university commons: a collective of individuals working with a plethora of different mediums, distinct material practices and methodologies who form a critical creative mass. It is an emergent enquiry connected to Emily Carr University of Art + Design in Vancouver, Canada.
Through Individual Practitioner Interviews, construction of Responsive Spaces and Dissemination Events the DnA team aims to investigate the unique aspects of individual and collaborative practices; to document design and art methodologies at work amongst peers.
Treating topic and resource as native, the DnA project frames creative practice in research through the active use of creative research methodologies. It is a reflexive, generative effort that is still in process. This paper frames work done to date.
The project has several goals: To identify convergence amongst disciplines; to facilitate accessible collaborative expression; to promote further interest in emergent topical conversations centered on research; to generate and promote new, (open – positive – collaborative) works and methods that reflect the strengths within each of the creative disciplines represented in the University and finally to develop emergent strategies for conversation and collaboration.

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The Air Knight is designed to eliminate sick building syndrome risks by reducing odors, air pollutants, VOCs ( chemical odors ), smoke, mold bacteria and viruses. The Air Knight Cells are easily mounted into air conditioning and heating systems air ducts where most sick building problems start. When the HVAC system is in operation the Air Knight Cell creates an advanced oxidation process consisting of: Hydro-per-oxides, super oxide ions and hydroxide ions. All are friendly oxidizers. By friendly oxidizer s we mean oxi-dizers that revert back to oxygen and hydrogen after the oxidation of the pollutant.
The combination of UV light enhanced by a hydrated quad-metallic compound target develops an advanced oxidation plasma. This process also produces hydro-peroxides, super oxide ions and hydroxides. By engineering the proper UV light wavelength, in combination with triple function, no maintenance unit, the PHI cell provides safe hydro-peroxides, super oxide ions and hydroxides to purify the air.

industry_corpus2: Power & Energy


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Personally, I see nothing wrong with the list the way it is.
Guess what... Life and people and human relations are messy. There are days, sometimes even weeks that I scan my digest for something that looks useful, and never find it. Other times I find something very useful. I'm probably guilty of trivia posts, or whatever you want to call them. If I have to stop and think, "Is this post totally and completely business-oriented?" before I post, I will drop out of the list. Just like I tend to avoid meetings where people aren't allowed to smooth things over with a little banter.
If you get too many interruptions from trivial or rude posts - switch to digest.

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If you think you have a bunion, you know how painful it can be and how important it is to receive treatment, but you may not know what is causing you the pain.
What kind of bunion treatment options are available?
A bunion is a bone deformity on the foot that forms when the toe moves out of place. Bunions are caused by an enlargement of the joint located at the base and side of the big toe. This enlargement creates a bump that causes friction and pressure as it rubs against footwear. Bunion treatment and in some cases, bunion surgery, is available to help alleviate the pain.
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When the long bone of the foot, specifically known as the first metatarsal, moves toward the other foot so it’s at an angle when it’s supposed to be parallel. This causes a loss of cartilage between the two bones which is painful because cartilage is what allows the bones to move over each other.
What Kind of Bunion Treatment Is Available?
The use of protective padding or bandaging to eliminate the friction against shoes.
Depending on the size of the enlargement, misalignment of the toe, and the degree of pain experienced, bunion treatment may require more complex alternatives. Bunion surgery, known as a bunionectomy, is a possibility that may be advised to remove the bunion and realign the toe.
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This interactive experiential workshop offers the content and activities from day 1 of our three-day Improvement Kata/Coaching Kata program with the intent to demonstrate two core Kata routines through hands-on practice.
Developing managers and leaders as coaches for creating a culture of continuous improvement, adaption, and innovation. This is done through simple, easy-to-teach, time-efficient, daily routines.
Attendees gain direct insight into the power of these methods through repeated personal practice. At the heart of the training experience is a challenge that requires a high level of ingenuity and continuous improvement, on the spot, real time. Small teams work together striving to achieve ever higher levels of performance using the Improvement Kata methods, thereby gaining familiarity with those methods.
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Develop familiarity and a budding sense of confidence with two essential Improvement Kata methods: the 5-Question Coaching Dialog and Rapid PDCA Cycles.
Senior managers, leaders and managers from all industries and businesses that have been implementing lean and/or interested in creating a sustainable culture of continuous improvement through use of the cutting-edge management methodology of Improvement Kata.


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text: Cables Beachfront Holiday House is spacious has 3 bedrooms and accommodates up to 9 guests, absolute beachfront. Ideal for the extended family or 2 families travelling together. Kitchen with microwave, lounge with TV, DVD, reverse cycle air-conditioning, bathroom with separate toilet. Gas BBQ, outdoor setting. Sit, relax and enjoy the beautiful sea views. garage not for use. No pets. Pillows and quilts provided, guests need to bring their own linen – pillow cases, top/bottom sheets, towels/bath mat, tea towels. No smoking inside, no pets. No washing machine however guests can use the coin operated washing machines at the Point Turton Caravan Park. Off peak special available, booking fee $22, cleaning fee $66, refundable bond applies. 2 to 4 night minimum stay applies (off peak/high/peak).

industry_corpus2: Travel & Geography


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Last week, I presented a summary of the principles for the ordering of images in psalters, such as those that might have been produced in the Gothic period. This week, I want to consider how we might illuminate the psalms and the Divine Office today. I will be referring to some of the principles articulated last week without going into detail, so you may need to refer back to that original article from time to time. You can read it here.
My purpose in writing this is to encourage the praying of the psalms and the Divine Office fruitfully. It is not primarily to reestablish the tradition of sacred art for psalters, but because I believe that sacred art is necessary for the most fruitful encounter with the Word, whether it be at the Mass or the Divine Office.
There is one obvious problem. Most people today can’t read it. Beautiful though it is, it would not be an aid to prayer for most people because they have no idea what the words means, are unfamiliar with the calligraphic style of writing. Even if it were in the vernacular, people would struggle to decipher it, and likely wouldn’t want to try.
It might be possible to adapt this idea, though. I think that the style of some of the images from this period does connect with people today, so those images that relate to the general themes of salvation history, themes which are contained within the psalms, could be reproduced and put into, say, an English- or Spanish-language psalter, with an attractive but readable typeface.
We could begin by using reproductions of great art from the past that we feel are most likely to connect with people today, and use these as the foundation for an artistic tradition that develops organically from this point on, so as to speak to people today powerfully. This is same approach to re-establishing the traditions of liturgical art in general that I have suggested in the past.
In regard to which psalters to choose, my suggestion for a starting place is the art of Englishman Matthew Paris and the 13th-century School of St Albans, as we see in the Westminster Psalter. I have found that people respond well to this style when praying, and when I teach this style in art workshops, students seem to understand it so naturally that the quality of the art they produce is high.
Sacred art of this type is designed to communicate in a single visual statement a story or an idea that might take a lot of text to articulate in words. It this sense, it is in a visual poetic statement that tells the story in one moment of looking, that is, to those who know what they are seeing. Through this, the artist can add to the story through the beauty of the work, which tells aspects of the mystery that are beyond words. While people can pick up what it is telling us intuitively, and they can certainly enjoy it and be drawn into what it reveals through its beauty, it would still help if there was catechesis available on the meaning of the psalms, salvation history, the study of scripture, and how traditional sacred art and symbolism encapsulates these truths.
This form of instruction is the mystagogical/liturgical catechesis, rooted in scripture, that has been asked for by recent Popes, and like so many other such requests, seems to be largely ignored. I would say that it should be included in the general education of every Catholic as a matter of absolute priority. It should be there at the start and the finish. It is surprising to me, for example, how little emphasis on the study of scripture, the greatest book, we see in some Catholic Great Books programs.
Realistically, however, this is not going to happen soon, but given that the liturgy itself is the best vehicle for catechesis, our newly designed psalter can contain this catechesis too. There can be explanations to support the images, supplied in some detail in supporting text sidebars. Keywords and references to connected scripture from elsewhere can be placed by the artist in the painting itself. It has always been part of the tradition to name key figures, and for a festal icon, to write the name of the feast day on the icon. This is part of the tradition that should be reestablished today and perhaps, with judgment, extended slightly.
Many people today pray the office via smartphones, using, for example, Universalis.com or prayer.covert.org. It might be possible to have the option of accessing an appropriate image through a tap or a stroke of the screen and then with a further action seeing its accompanying explanation.
After the question of what images we would have, the next is, Where do we put them? This is where I might use a different approach to the psalters of the past. It has to be useable to the modern reader. I would not take the route of commissioning a new “retro” psalter along the lines of the St John’s Bible Project. This was the project commissioned in 1998, in which the text of the Gospel was written by an expert calligrapher, and master artists who worked in traditional styles (sometimes with a deliberate modern twist). For all the value that this might have had artistically, I am not convinced that it encouraged many to read the Bible because it was large and unwieldy, and therefore difficult to read.
I would aim for a high-standard mass-produced psalter as described, in which the placement of paintings within the pages is changed for the modern reader too. To explain: many of the images in the Gothic psalters were placed in particular places in the psalter for practical reasons that don’t apply today. They were used, for example as bookmarks, to help people locate a particular psalm. We don’t need whole pages devoted to an image in order to create a bookmark nowadays, because we use page numbers to find a psalm, and this works much better.
I would retain the broad-themed images at the start of the book, such as King David to represent the psalms as a whole, and some incidental illustrations within the book itself. Many of these generally themed images which relate salvation history to the mysteries of the Faith are the same as those that are the basis of the icon corner and of the liturgical art in the church (and which are described in my book, co-written with Leila Lawler, called The Little Oratory). The following image of King David was painted for that book and was based on an original which is found in the Westminster Psalter.
Because the smartphone has a small screen, photographic images of large paintings reduced in size drastically, say from 3 feet to 3 inches, will lose much valuable detail. The best images for such a medium will be those painted small (like those of Matthew Paris, incidentally) or designed deliberately for reproduction on the device. If artists paint art intended for social media and smartphones, they could also take into account in a positive way the changes in color, clarity and transmitted detail that occur in an electronic reproduction, so that their effectiveness is optimized. This represents an opportunity for the contemporary artists; art that is good and reproduces well on smartphones and social media is more likely to attract attention.
Furthermore, the placement of images should be considered in conjunction with the particular way that the psalms are prayed, so as to encourage actual engagement with them. As part of the ritual of praying the Office, we can pause after the opening versicles, look at the images, and venerate them with a kiss (if in a book) or a bow, and with incensing if we are at the icon corner or church. We could develop the same habit during the Glory Be. Perhaps the day will come when the person who studies and kisses his smartphone in church is not someone who is hooked on technology, but the pious man praying the Office well!
A similar ritual can be established for the repeated texts, such as the Gospel canticles: Magnificat, when we can venerate an icon of Mary, or if we have one, an image of the Annunciation; for the Benedictus, any image of John the Baptist would be good, and for the Nunc Dimittis, the Presentation or of Mary presenting her son to us, (which would be the Simeon’s-eye view of the scene!).
One would like to think that there is a place for them today. It would serve as a theme that summarizes a particular psalm, providing a moment’s reflection; or could it perhaps be presented as the equivalent of a visual antiphon? You never know, it might happen, but I’m not holding my breath. Remember, all of these are built into the Latin text, and it would be a lot of work to create the art to have every psalms like this today for the vernacular psalter which, realistically, will be the choice of most people.


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You will also receive information of the upcoming term course that commences 30th October.


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PLA helps clients with a variety of homeownership problems.
For example, many people in Philadelphia live in homes they inherited from deceased family members. If their name is not on the deed, however, this can lead to problems. PLA can help clients work through the probate process and prepare and file a deed with the Philadelphia Department of Records. We also help homeowners who are having trouble paying real estate taxes.


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Case studies fascinate because they link individual instances to general patterns and knowledge to action without denying the priority of individual situations over the generalizations derived from them. In this volume, an international group of senior scholars comes together to consider the use of cases to produce empirical knowledge in premodern China. They trace the process by which the project of thinking with cases acquired a systematic and public character in the ninth century CE and after. Premodern Chinese experts on medicine and law circulated printed case collections to demonstrate efficacy or claim validity for their judgments. They were joined by authors of religious and philosophical texts. The rhetorical strategies and forms of argument used by all of these writers were allied with historical narratives, exemplary biographies, and case examples composed as aids to imperial statecraft.
The study of cases reveals historically specific epistemologies that offer insight into how Chinese experts dealt with the tensions between classical norms and practice-based judgment and between techno/magical and literati/scholarly styles of constructing authority. By the late Ming dynasty, case collections, defined as an, were a recognized genre of writing in a variety of fields, becoming a sign of the historical sociology of emerging occupational specialties in China, those of the physician, judge, official, priest.
The innovative and productive explorations gathered here present a coherent set of interlocking arguments that will be of interest to comparativists as well as specialists on premodern East Asia. For China scholars, they examine the interaction of different fields of learning in the late imperial period, the relationship of evidential reasoning and literary forms, and the philosophical frameworks that linked knowledge to experience and action. For comparativists, the essays bring China into a global conversation about the methodologies of the human sciences, where the records of a civilization without an indigenous history of experimental science provide new insight into the resources of action-oriented strategies of practical reason.
Charlotte Furth is professor of history at the University of Southern California. Judith T. Zeitlin is professor of Chinese literature and chair of the Department of East Asian Languages and Civilizations, University of Chicago. Hsiung Pingchen is fellow at the Institute of Modern History, Academia Sinica, and dean of the College of Liberal Arts, National Central University, in Taipei.


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Odell Beckham Jr. is one of the NFL's most explosive playmakers, highlighting an exceptional rookie season with an electrifying one-handed catch against the Dallas Cowboys in primetime. In his rookie season, Beckham broke out with over 1,300 yards and 12 touchdowns, despite playing in only 12 games. Today, EA and ESPN announced that Beckham will be featured on this years Madden NFL 16.
"Odell Beckham Jr. is a true playmaker and a perfect fit for this year's game," said Randy Chase, Senior Director of Marketing for EA SPORTS. "He's an unstoppable force out on the field, and the Madden NFL 16 cover is further vindication that the fans believe he's a player to watch in the coming years."

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Fair and Lovely Foundation is a philanthropic wing of Unilever Bangladesh with a mission to economically empower Bangladeshi women.
Fair and Lovely Foundation had initiated its Vocational Training Program from 1st August 2005. In this training program, 450 women were selected from thousands of applicants from across the country, and were given hands on training in 8 different topics of interest. Each course spanned over 15 days.
The courses included Beauty and Makeup, Bakery and Confectionery, Flower arrangements and Food processing in August. In September the courses covered were Block /Batik, Chinese and Indian cooking, Handicrafts and Tailoring..
Fair and Lovely Foundation has involved leading personalities in each of these areas to conduct the training courses and has also arranged for all necessary facilities and logistical support to ensure a learning environment of high standards. After the training, the participating women said they feel empowered to start their own business to improve their own lives as well as become a valuable source of support for other women as well.


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The Santa Clara County Sheriff's Office was searching for a small plane that reportedly crashed about 9 p.m. Wednesday night in the Coyote Reservoir area near the Gilroy outlet malls, according to a sheriff's spokesman.
Local forest and fire agencies were also on the scene, but rain and mud had forced rescue crews to search on foot and had made it difficult to locate a crash site, said Federal Aviation Administration spokeswoman Larri Frelow.
Frelow said the plane was possibly a Cessna that sat two to three people.

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Our fellow blogger Federico is a funny guy. Not only does he share his quirky and witty thoughts on his blog, he has also started a new project that has the Italian Berliner invent a new German word every day for 100 days in a row. Obviously the guy has a fascination with the German language and the fact that our grammar allows us to combine several nouns to one word (which requires a whole sentence to express in English) seems to have been a great inspiration for his new word inventions. Let me tell you one thing up front: They are not actually correct German words and therefore should not be understood as value German lessons such as the words from Days of Deutsch, but they do make so much sense, so maybe the guys from the Duden should consider some of them for inclusion into our vocabulary. Words like Kotzerleichterung (the feeling of relieve after you threw up), Finanzangst (the fear of dealing with the tax officials) and Lieberechenbarkeit (the predictability of someone you love) are so relatable to me and I don’t understand why no-one ever came up with them before. After the jump we have a couple of our favorites of Federico’s new German words. And if you want to hear more of his wit you should tune into tonight’s episode of Off the Record on Flux FM at 22h where he will be a guest of the show.
More word inventions on Federico’s Twitter and Instagram.
None of this is actually a german word…. some are just combined words, but never would ever use them.
It’s like saying “chooseofanavocado” and tell the people that would be a typical english word….
@Peter Förtser: well, someone didn’t catch the humor… these words are made-up, I said so in my introduction.
The one we’ve started using quite a lot is Freudigebettwiedersehen (Joyful Bed Reunion).
The feeling of returning home to your own bed after spending a long time working away, staying in hotels or guest rooms.
I’m German and I love those words! Can’t stop laughing! 😀 I try to integrate those words to my vocabulary!
A friend of mine was unable to join our group at a bar because he had to stay home and mind the kids while his wife was out. When asked where he was, I accidentally said he was “verkindert”.
And so you will pronounce it right!
Hey Germans, do people actually use these ? Would people understand them?


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Fifty-two runs at an average of 13.00. Three overs, 19 runs, one wicket. One twisted ankle. At 34, these might well be the last set of numbers generated by Yuvraj Singh at an ICC event. A modest set of numbers for a limited-overs great, but they do not reveal the importance of some of his contributions, his batting in partnership with Virat Kohli easing India through pressure situations against Pakistan and Australia, and his three overs against Australia helping India drag their way back into a must-win game.
Ravi Shastri, India's team director, highlighted those three overs when asked what impact Yuvraj's injury would have on India's plans for Thursday's semi-final against West Indies at the Wankhede Stadium.
"It will have an impact because he's had his moments," Shastri said. "I thought his three overs were brilliant in the last game. That really put the brakes on the scoring and allowed us to come back into the game. After the first four overs it was a no-contest, because at one stage it looked like [Australia would score] 200-plus, which would have been very difficult to chase on that surface. So he will be missed. [It's] unfortunate. It's an injury that happened during the game. Looking to take off [for a run], he did his ankle in, and I believe it's a minor tear in the ankle."
India have played the same eleven right through the World T20, and Yuvraj's injury will force them into changing their combination for the first time. They have three possible replacements, none of them exactly like-for-like. Ajinkya Rahane is viewed as a back-up for India's top three, and not as a middle-order batsman. Pawan Negi bats left-handed and bowls left-arm spin, like Yuvraj, but is a bits-and-pieces allrounder rather than a specialist batsman who bowls part-time. Manish Pandey, who has replaced Yuvraj in India's squad, is a middle-order batsman who doesn't really offer a bowling option.
Facing West Indies: "I've said it from the beginning - they're probably one of the most dangerous sides in this format because they've got explosive players, match-winners. We know what we're up against. But we're up and ready as well. This is not a knockout for us, our knockout was the last game [against Australia]. That was a quarter-final, this is a semi-final."
Virat Kohli's innings against Australia: "Outstanding innings, one of the best you'll ever see in T20 cricket. I don't know how long T20 cricket will be played but when you consider the occasion, the pressure, and the kind of shots he played - all cricketing shots - it was quite unbelievable."
The poor form of India's batsmen apart from Kohli: "You'll need [them to step up] in a big game like this, a semi-final. We've played to 70% of our abilities in this tournament. So there's still 30% in areas we need to improve, so let's hope it happens tomorrow. In a semi-final you've got to get your A game. You cannot rely on a couple of players. You need six or seven to step up to the plate and it's not happened really in this tournament, so let's hope tomorrow is a start."
Whether the bowlers can cope on a flat Wankhede pitch: "I see no reason why [they can't cope]. I thought Bangalore and Mohali were good surfaces, this has always been a good surface, so again, it's repeating what they've been doing. Keeping things simple."
Shastri hinted that India might need a bowling option.
"We've not decided [who will replace Yuvraj] because Manish has just joined the party yesterday," Shastri said. "We'll take a good look at everything in the nets and see what our best options will be for tomorrow's game. We'll have to keep those overs in mind."
India's practice session began soon after Shastri's press conference. The players occupied three of the Wankhede's practice pitches, two on the eastern side of the ground and one on the west. As if on a conveyor belt, their batsmen moved from east to west, facing the quick bowlers first, then the spinners, and then - after a break for water and electrolytes - throwdowns. This was their order: Shikhar Dhawan, Rohit Sharma, Kohli, Suresh Raina, Pandey, MS Dhoni, Hardik Pandya, Ravindra Jadeja, R Ashwin, Harbhajan Singh, Negi.
Negi batted as late as he did because he had been bowling for around 20 minutes to Raina, Pandey, Dhoni and Pandya. And while Harbhajan only got to face a set of net bowlers at the seamers' net, Bhuvneshwar Kumar was summoned up for a second bowling stint when Negi came in to bat.
Rahane wasn't part of this sequence: he was the first batsman to face throwdowns, but did not spend any time at either the seamers' or spinners' nets.
From all this, it seemed safe to assume the choice was between Pandey and Negi, two entirely different cricketers.
Pandey is a proper batsman with a 50-plus first-class average and a reputation for scoring runs in crunch situations, particularly in steep run-chases: whether it's a Ranji Trophy final , an IPL final, or an ODI against Australia. He can play his shots, but his T20 strike rate is 115.84, which is less even than Rahane's.
Negi is a T20 specialist - he has played 57 T20s, but only three first-class matches and 19 List A games - who can hit big in the lower middle order. He has a strike rate of 134.92, and hits a four or six roughly once every six balls. He has taken 47 wickets at 26.06, while maintaining an economy rate of 7.38.
The fact that he can bowl, and left-arm spin at that, might tilt the choice Negi's way, given that everyone in West Indies' batting line-up bats right-handed apart from Chris Gayle and Sulieman Benn. But that may not be a significant factor considering the Wankhede's short boundaries, particularly if its pitch is as flat as it was in the early part of the tournament. And given the iffy form of the top order barring Kohli, India might value the batting pedigree of Pandey over Negi's utility value. Either way, they have a difficult choice to make on Thursday morning.

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If your next trip to Turkey includes a blue cruise along the magnificent Turquoise coast, be sure to take a few days to experience the wonders of Olympos before or after your voyage (cruises travel in both directions, to and from the charming port town of Fethiye). Only a 1 ½ hour ride from Antalya, Turkey’s 8th largest city, Olympos is easy to reach and full of things to see and do.
The ancient city of Olympos is a well-preserved representation of the past and is only a few minutes walk from a stunning beach with crystal clear turquoise waters. The secluded nearby village is full of affordable accommodation and home-cooked Turkish food. Olympos will easily prove itself to be one of the best decisions you made during your adventure in Turkey.
Minivan rides from Antalya to Olympos are affordable and enjoyable, meandering along the coastal road with some magnificent views. If Olympos is the first stop on your Blue Cruise, this is the best way to arrive. Private cars can also be hired and your reserved accommodation in Olympos may offer this service. However, if you Blue Cruise ends in Olympos, the reverse trip is just as efficient. Similar minivan services are provided from other nearby coastal towns such a Kas and Demre.
Olympos was one of the ancient cities of Lycia and is ideally located in a river valley alongside the coast. The ruins are part of Olympos Beydaglari National Park and are open for exploration for a small fee (which also includes entrance to the beach). You can explore the ancient bathouse, amphitheater, and countless remains of buildings that served as communal areas, temples, and homes.
Olympos Beach is a long, stony stretch with the ruins of the ancient city on the west end and the hamlet of Cirali to the east. It is a pleasant destination year round and during the summer you can find it full with sunbathers, swimmers, and brave souls jumping from the nearby rocks that jut out high from the sea. Sellers walk back and forth, settling cold drinks and typical Turkish snacks of corn, mussels, and baked goods.
Olympos is known for its backpacker vibe which has added to the preferred style of accommodation in the valley. Small bungalows known as tree houses can be seen along the main road that leads through town. Many offer AC, wifi, and two meals a day and provide the ideal break from long days in the sun.
If lounging on the beach is not of interest, Olympos has many options for those looking for a more active getaway. Olympos is full of mountain trails, perfect for trekking or ATVing with local guides. The 500km Lycian Way passes directly through Olympos and day hikers can follow the route to their liking. In town you can also find tours to the Chimera eternal flames located on a mountainside about 7 kilometers from Olympos. You will find options to do this hike in its entirety as well as to take a minivan ride for the majority of the way. Kayaking is also a great option when visiting the beach. By kayak, you can explore the coastline up close, discovering caves and ruins unreachable by land.
So if you leave a few days after your Fethiye to Olympos Blue Cruise (or vice versa), you will not regret your decision to stay and explore Olympos. It is a quiet and secluded getaway filled with history and natural beauty. This gem of southern Turkey is not to be missed.
With so many beautiful places and beaches to explore, and Bodrum itself being a highlight of the area, blue cruises that traverse this part of Turkey are full of opportunities for adventure and relaxation.Many gulet cruise Turkey routes begin and end in this port town so leave a few days before or after your reservation to explore the rich culture and history that Bodrum has to offer. Bodrum was previously an ancient Greek city known as Halicarnassus. The castle of St. Peter overlooks the harbor and it partly constructed from the remains of a mausoleum that once stood in its place before it was destroyed by a devastating earthquake. Bodrum has an interesting mixture of the historical, the bohemian, and the modern. Take a water along the marina to the west or along a long stretch of beach lined with shops, cafes, and bars to the east.
Gokova is an area full of must-see places, including Turkish islands, striking bays, and charming villages. The Seven Islands and Orak Island are remote and untouched and are ideal for diving, snorkeling, and wandering on land. The English Harbor is another hidden gem. It is a bay, lush with greenery and calm water that is perfect for swimming. Sedir Island is filled with ancient ruins and the sandy and relaxing Cleopatra beach where you can easily spend a day exploring. The ruins provide the atmosphere of an open air museum and you can walk around freely to discover the artifacts and ancient amphitheater. Karacasogut village is a popular stop along the coast. The village is only 25km from Marmaris and is a lovely place to explore the local shops and cafes.
Depending on which Bodrum gulet cruise you choose, the nearby Greek islands might be on your itinerary. Visitors have a choice between two major routes – through either the north or south Greek islands. These routes also make stops along the Aegean Turkish coast, creating the perfect combination of Greek and Turkish culture in one relaxing holiday. The northern gulet route travels to the islands of Kos, Aspat, Leros, Patmos, Lipsi, Kalymnos, Pserimos, and Xerokampos. The island of Kos is a highlight along this route, it is only 4 kilometers from Bodrum and is known as the birthplace of Hippocrates. Sandy beaches, rich history, and a vibrant nightlight attract visitors to the island throughout the summer. The remaining island stops along this route are filled with lush greenery, beautiful beaches, and local culture and history. Turgutreis and Aspat, both in Turkey, are also included on this route.. Turgutreis is the second largest city on the Bodrum peninsula and the climate is ideal for windsurfing. The beach here is also a great place to spend the day and many charming nearby villages are only a short minibus ride away. Aspat is one of these villages. Aspat Bay is a small and quiet place with a view reachable by a narrow path leading to a stunning panorama of the area. Hikers will love this stop and for those interested more in a relaxing time, the bay also has a small and secluded beach to enjoy.
The southern route also makes a stop at Kos but makes further stops at Symi and Rhodes, two very popular holiday destinations in the area. Symi is a small island, less than an hour from Rhodes. It has colorful buildings that have been restored according to strict regulations. It is a mountainous island and there is plenty of history and nature to experience. Although it is ideal to visit Rhodes as part of a relaxing gulet cruise, it is also easily accessible by ferries making daily trips from Fethiye, Turkey. Rhodes is a much larger island with over 140 miles of coastline. The port town is full of restaurants, bars, and shops, with a castle and archaeological museum within walking distance. Be sure to join a tour group or rent a vespa so that you can explore the rest of the island and perhaps even the vibrant nightlife in the nearby town of Lindos.
Regardless of which route you choose, you are sure to enjoy your Bodrum Blue Cruise. All options include fabulous sights and food, and relaxing spots to enjoy the natural beauty that will surround you throughout each hour of the day.
As the largest harbor in Turkey, there are plenty of options for your Blue Cruise from Marmaris. Many cruises either begin or end in Marmaris, providing an ideal opportunity to explore this coastal town before or after embarking on your Mediterranean adventure.It is a bustling port town and has much to offer in the new center as well as in old town that surrounds the castle. Cruises depart and arrive daily and your options are limitless, particularly if you might be considering a chartered blue voyage for your private group. However, there are plenty of cabin cruises also available with predetermined routes that explore many of the following destinations.
This option makes various stops as the gulets head east towards Fethiye. Expect days filled with relaxing on board while exploring stops along the way such as Ekincik, Cleopatra’s Bath, Fethiye. the Yassica Islands, and Domuz Island. From Ekincik, there are two shore excursion options that will take you either to Dalyan or Kaunas where you can opt for a river boat trip or a few hours at the pristine Turtle beach where the Caretta sea turtles lay their eggs throughout the summer. Cleopatra’s bath was named after a wedding gift given to Cleopatra from the Roman general, Marc Anthony. The ruins of an ancient hamam still exist in this bay and can be freely explored.
Before turning around to return to Marmaris, this route makes a stop in Fethiye, famous as a mid-size port town with bustling markets, ancient Lycian rock tombs, and a beautiful harbor promenade. Be sure to enjoy a meal at the local fish market where fresh fish of any kind can be prepared to order. On your return to Marmaris, you will have the chance to island hop and explore the natural beauty that the Yassica islands and Domuz island have to offer.
This route combines the highlights of the Datca peninsula with visits to the Greek islands of Symi and Rhodes. Making stops at Bozukkale and Bozburun before continuing on to the Datca peninsula, there is endless culture and history to be experienced in this region as Bozukkale is home to the ancient city of Loryma and nine temples that visitors are able to tour. The 50 mile long Datca peninsula is the meeting point for the Mediterranean and Aegean seas. Because this pristine area is fairly difficult to reach by land (with many preferring to holiday in the nearby cities of Bodrum and Marmaris), this is a relatively untouched area with stunning natural beauty. There are plenty of hidden coves and beaches, only accessible by boat, and blue cruising is a fabulous way to enjoy this hard to reach places.
After Datca, your gulet will venture into Greek waters towards the Dodecandese Greek islands of Symi and Rhodes. Symi is the perfect place to watch the sunset and be sure to get out your camera while approaching the unique harbor with its 19th century neo-classical houses and pine covered hills. Rhodes is the largest of the Dodecandese islands and can be explored in a number of ways. The island boasts a large medieval city and tours from the city center can take you to beautiful spots located all around the 150 mile long coastline. The nightlife in the towns of Rhodes and Lindos are a great way to end your day after exploring historical sights and enjoying a delicious meal on board.
This Marmaris Blue Cruise route makes many of the stops you are already familiar with, including Cleopatra’s Bath and the Yassica Islands. However, stops in Gocek, St Nicholas Island, and the 12 Islands are also included on this tour. Gocek is a small port town that has avoided overdevelopment from the tourism of this area. It is a quiet bay and although there is no beach, it is a great spot to anchor and swim from your gulet. If you do decided to ride ashore, there are a few charming shops and restaurants along the waterfront and an evening stroll could be a perfect way to end your day here. St Nicholas Island and the 12 Islands are untouched gems that are perfect for light trekking and snorkeling. St Nicholas Island is also known for its stunning sunsets so be sure to catch one before returning back to Marmaris.
Bodrum is the blue cruising capital of Turkey and many routes can be explored via the fleet of gulet cruises you see filling the harbor. Bodrum is the beginning and end destinations for all of the following routes so be sure to take time to explore the town either before or after boarding you blue cruise. If your travel plans in Turkey land you in this charming seaside town, be sure to hop on a scheduled or private Blue Cruise to experience the scenery of this exquisite part of the world.Cruises are available for all itineraries and budgets and experienced captains will expertly guide you through these hard to choose from routes.
For the perfect balance of small seaside coves and ancient ruins, this route through the gulf of Gokova is the perfect choice. Orak Island is the first stop and a well known diving spot in the area. You will find yourself surrounded by smaller boats on day trips with divers exploring the extraordinary underwater scenery. The island is famous for a vertical reef wall descending almost 80 meters. The island is also the perfect place for snorkeling or simply floating around in these crystal clear calm waters.
Your cruise on this route will then meander through the Seven Islands, an ideal place to anchor and explore the natural scenery. Lazy snorkeling and wandering around the preserved islands will fill your day at this stop. Karacasogut Village comes next on this route. Full of even more places to explore for nature lovers, the town center is a close distance to nearby waterfalls, swimming holes, and caves.
The Greek island routes are ideal for those seeking to include some of the sights in both Turkey and Greece. Although this route begins in Bodrum, the gulet will pass through the northern Greek islands of this region before returning to Turkey to make a few stops along the turquoise coast. With plenty of time to swim and snorkel in many of the bays in between, this northern route makes stops at the islands of Kos, Pserimos, Xerakampos, Leros, Platanos, Lipsi, Patmos, and Kalymnos before returning to Turkey. There is always plenty of time to explore what each of these islands has to offer. The island of Kos in particular is a highlight along this route, known for its historical sights and sandy beaches. The harbor is dominated by a 15th century castle and will come into clear view as you approach the island.
This yet another unique opportunity to explore the culture and scenery of two countries in one relaxing trip. The south Greek island route also includes the island of Kos, but makes additional stops at Nisyros, Symi, and Rhodes before backtracking along the Turkish coast in the direction of Bodrum. This Bodrum Blue Cruise option explores islands known as some of the most population summer destinations for tourists from all over the world.
Nisyros is a volcanic island and is still relatively untouched by tourism. It is a quiet island with quaint cobbled streets and a few local tavernas and bars to enjoy. Symi is just a few miles off of the Turkish coast and is know for the rows of colorful restored homes along the harbor. It is a mountainous island with many small coves and beaches to explore. Panormitis, a small village on the island is famous for monastery that is frequented by Greek tourists.
You can also choose this shorter route which highlights Rhodes and also makes a few stops along the Turkish coast in secluded bays perfect for snorkeling and spending the night.
Rhodes is the largest of the Greek Dodecanese islands and the main city is home to a population of approximately 50,000 people. The old town still maintains World Heritage status and with its cobbled streets and sunny cafes, it is the perfect place for a stroll to take in the sights and local history. From the city of Rhodes, many options for day excursions around the remainder of the island are available. Rhodes boasts 140 miles of coastline with villages and resorts spread all around. The nearby town of Lindos on the island is also worth a visit for its vibrant nightlife.
Fethiye is known as a launching point for many group and private gulet cruises headed either east or west along the Mediterranean coast. However, Fethiye is a destination in itself and has much to offer those looking for a spot rich in culture, history, and natural beauty. It is likely that your holiday on the southern coast of Turkey will probably include a stop to the port town of Fethiye. Be sure to spend a few days exploring all that Fethiye has to offer.
Full of shaded bars, restaurants, and shops, the old town in Fethiye is the perfect setting for a pleasant stroll to enjoy beverage and purchase local souvenirs. Shops are colorful and stocked with home goods and jewelry known for intricate patterns and beautifully colored designs. There are plenty of places to stop for tea or a cold beer and endless people watching.
Local markets take place on Tuesdays, Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays and are a great way to wander and soak in Turkish culture. The Tuesday market is a great opportunity to find affordable clothing and electronics. Markets on the remaining days are known for brightly colored produce, homemade cheeses and breads, and local nuts and olives brought down from the surrounding villages.
Modern Fethiye was built at the site of the Ancient City of Telmessos and some of the ruins have survived over the centuries. The rock tomb of Amyntas is located on a mountainside near downtown Fethiye. The tomb was built around 350 BC by the Lycian people and is an impressive sight. Close to the tomb is the beginning of the Lycian Way, a 500 km trekking route that stretches from Fethiye to Antalya, meandering along the coast through forests, small villages, and charming coastal towns. Many different trekking routes of all levels surround Fethiye and nearby villages and provide an ideal way to appreciate the spectacular scenery that is Fethiye.
Although highly recommended, if you decide not to opt for a Blue Cruise Turkey during your holiday, there are plenty of day trip options to explore the coast and nearby islands. Scheduled Blue Cruises can run anywhere from 3 to 7 nights and private yacht charters can be arranged to suit any travel plans. However, if you are short on time, simply take a stroll along the harbor and choose from a variety of day trip options to Butterfly Valley, Oludeniz Blue Lagoon, the 12 Islands, and so much more. Half day trips, sunset cruises, and private rentals are also available.
The region of Fethiye is known for some of the most beautiful beaches in the world. Butterfly Valley and Oludeniz Blue Lagoon are a short ride away from downtown Fethiye and local beaches can also be accessed by public transportation along the Fethiye Peninsula (Aksazlar Bay, Samanlik Bays, Kuleli, and Boncuklu, to name a few).
Fethiye is full of restaurants and markets with delicious and fresh food made from local produce and fish caught daily in the Fethiye harbor. Join locals at the fish market where you can choose your fish and bring it to any of the restaurants in the market where they will then cook your meal and provide side dishes and drinks to compliment your choice.
Before taking off for your Fethiye to Olympos gulet cruise, be sure to reserve a few days for the culturally rich port town of Fethiye.


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There's nothing like Christmastime in New York City. Let's take a walk in Midtown and capture the spirit of the holidays!
After the shoot we'll have dinner at a nearby restaurant.

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Divers need to generate awareness for the environment that they act in and that is highly endangered by pollution, overfishing and irresponsible tourism practised on a purely profit oriented base.
Divers acting in a responsible way, streamline their equipment, master their buoyancy and trim and have proper fining techniques act as examples and should be role models.
ISE in Cooperation with TECLINE awards these individuals with the ECO-DIVER Patch, that displays the care & support of these outstanding divers for our oceans.
Introduction to Conservation and environmental protection and how this can be implemented in diving.
The program itself is free of charge but a donation is asked for our Conservation Partner.
Donations can be made online thru the Conservation Section of this website.
To apply for the Eco Diver Program please choose your Instructor and apply for a already set date or ask for an individual seminar. Pleas make sure to upload a picture in your profile to be present in the Hall of Conservationists.
Actual scheduling can be found at the bottom of this page.


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Save SAR 0 (0%) Earn 250 Shukrans What is Shukran? Shukran is the Landmark Group’s award-winning loyalty programme in the Middle East, which allows you to earn Shukrans when you shop any of our brands.
Now you can safely take your baby out in this five-point harness travel system, which combines a stroller and an infant car seat. Made from a high-grade material, this travel system is durable yet lightweight. It comes with convenient, removable trays with cup holders for your added convenience.


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The Common Buzzard (Buteo buteo) is a medium to large bird of prey, whose range covers most of Europe and extends into Asia. There are around 40,000 breeding pairs in Britain. It is usually resident all year except in the coldest parts of its range, and in the case of one subspecies.
Buzzards do not normally form flocks, but several may be seen together on migration or in good habitat. The Victorian writer on Dartmoor, William Crossing, noted that he had on occasions seen flocks of 15 or more at some places. Though a rare occurrence as many as 20 buzzards can been spotted in one field area, approx 30 meters apart, so cannot be classed as a flock in the general term, consisting of those males (and females) without a mate or territory.
They are fiercely territorial, and, though rare, fights do break out if one strays on another pair's territory, but dominant displays of aggression will normally see off the interloper.
It breeds in woodland, usually on the fringes, but favours hunting over open land.
It eats mainly small mammals, and will come to carrion. A great opportunist, it adapts well to a varied diet of pheasant, rabbit, other small mammals, snakes and lizards and can often be seen walking over recently ploughed fields looking for worms and insects.
Pairs mate for life. To attract a mate (or impress his existing mate) the male performs a ritual aerial display before the beginning of Spring. This spectacular display is known as 'the roller coaster'. He will rise high up in the sky, to turn and plummet downward, in a spiral, twisting and turning as he comes down. To then rise immediately upward to repeat the exercise.
It is typically between 51-57 cm in length with a 110 to 130 cm (48-60 inch) wingspan, making it a medium-sized raptor.
This broad-winged raptor has a wide variety of plumages, and in Europe can be confused with the similar Rough-legged Buzzard (Buteo lagopus) and the only distantly related Honey Buzzard (Pernis apivorus), which mimics the Common Buzzard's plumage for a degree of protection from Goshawks. The plumage can vary in Britain from almost pure white to black, but is usually shades of brown, with a pale 'necklace' of feathers.
This species was first described by Linnaeus in his Systema naturae in 1758 as Falco buteo.
The Forest Buzzard, B. (b.) trizonatus, is another form sometimes upgraded to a full species. This is a resident breeding species in woodlands in southern and eastern South Africa.
It is very similar to the abundant summer migrant Steppe Buzzard, but the adult can be distinguished with a good view by its whiter underparts and unbarred flanks. The Juvenile differs from the same-age Steppe Buzzard by its white front and tear-shaped flank streaks.
Forest Buzzard, as its name implies, is a species of evergreen woodlands including introduced eucalyptus and pines, whereas Steppe Buzzard prefers more open habitats. However, habitat alone is not a good indicator for these forms.


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We had never heard of them before we started getting these complaints. We did not share your personal information with them, and we did not authorize them to contact any of our providers.
In fact, we have repeatedly asked Yodle to stop misrepresenting themselves this way, but we continue to hear other reports of this behavior.
We are currently in talks with our legal counsel to resolve this issue. In the meantime, if you are contacted by Yodle, or any company who claims to be affiliated with ClearCorrect, please contact us immediately at (888) 331-3323.


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I bought Lucky a latex squeaker ice cream bar.
I haven't bought him a latex toy before. I wasn't sure if he'd like it, hate it, or destroy it. It turns out that he likes it and he walks around the apartment squeezing it in his mouth so it squeaks. Fortunately, he hasn't decided to try that during the night while I'm sleeping.
Dog toys end up in random places around the apartment sometimes. I accidentally stepped the ice cream bar toy while I was walking to the bathroom and it scared the crap out of me.
At least with this kind of ice cream, it doesn't leave a sticky mess or melt.
It looks like it has the mumps.


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I tried using the 'era' search on Photos, but it didn't work. Anyone else had problems?
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It seems to work for me as well. Remember that you have to pick a value and then click on the 'Find' button.
Works for me; tried them all and each provided relevant photos.


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The United States Anti-Doping Agency (USADA) today announced the launch of a pilot program for a new blood collection process designed to advance the athlete experience, enable more blood collections, and increase sample longevity.
The process will utilize TAP™, the world’s first push-button blood collection device, through a partnership between USADA and Seventh Sense Biosystems, Inc. (7SBio). Within minutes, and without creating discomfort for the athlete, a small amount of blood is collected and stored inside this state-of-the-art device.
The new program is initially being introduced to UFC® athletes, but WADA-accredited laboratories and other global anti-doping partners will also play an integral role in evaluating and adopting these new technologies designed to benefit athletes worldwide, including doping detection and deterrence programs in Olympic, Paralympic and emerging sport. “It’s an amazing new tool that has the potential to increase doping deterrence and more easily introduce young athletes in an athlete-friendly way to the anti-doping process,” said Dr. Fedoruk.
The TAP device received FDA clearance in early 2017 for the determination of HbA1c, a biomarker used to screen for, diagnose, and monitor diabetes. The device also supports USADA’s larger effort to evaluate alternative testing methods, including the use of dried blood spot testing (DBS). Recent peer-reviewed published scientific studies have shown that DBS testing provides a complementary testing method to current blood collections for a wide range of substances and biomarkers, while also enabling longer storage of blood samples and increasing reanalysis potential as new detection methods become available.
More information about the TAP device and DBS testing is available here: FAQ and Step-by-Step Guide.
The U.S. Anti-Doping Agency (USADA) is recognized by the United States Congress as the official anti-doping organization for all Olympic, Paralympic, Pan American, and Para Pan American sport in the United States. In addition, USADA is recognized by the UFC as its official, independent anti-doping agency. USADA is dedicated to preserving the integrity of competition, inspiring true sport, and protecting the rights of athletes. Learn more at www.USADA.org.
Seventh Sense Biosystems has designed and developed TAP™, the world’s first push-button blood collection device. It makes the process simple, convenient, and virtually painless. $50 billion is spent annually on diagnostics and consumers are demanding more from the healthcare system. The company aims to create a new standard for blood collection that increases patient compliance with testing orders, leading to faster diagnoses and better outcomes. Future versions of TAP will be designed to enable patients to collect their own blood anywhere. Seventh Sense is funded by Flagship Pioneering and Polaris Partners, as well as Novartis ($NVS), LabCorp ($LH), and Siemens ($SIEGn.DE). For more information: www.7sbio.com.


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This comfortable hotel is set in an ideal location for both the business and leisure travellers. Whether you are in London to explore the sights or you need to get to central London for business meetings, you can do so with ease from this four star hotel.
This secret hotel ‘A Pearl Near Chelsea London – 4 Star’ offers a range of top quality facilities and services to ensure you have a comfortable and memorable stay from room service, airport shuttles on request and banqueting facilities. There is also a club lounge, concierge service, currency exchange and lobby bar for your convenience. This eco-friendly hotel offers a twenty four hour reception desk, tour desk, theatre reservations and parking.
For the business traveller there is audio and visual equipment available, conference rooms, board rooms, executive lounge, meeting rooms, fax and photocopy services and secretarial services, all you need to get your work done when away from home.
During your stay take advantage of the beauty treatments on offer including massages. There is a fitness centre, indoor pool, sauna, spa and steam room, all available for your use while relaxing in this hotel.
Each of the comfortable guest rooms come with en-suite bathrooms, cable television, complimentary water and toiletries, double glazed windows and a safe. There is tea and coffee making facilities, a telephone and voice mail, internet access, a mini bar and safe. Some of the rooms also have a balcony, be sure to ask when booking.
Battersea Park is a great outing when in London with children. With two hundred acres of green space and a zoo, it’s easy to spend the day here, wander the zoo before relaxing under a tree and enjoying a family picnic.
Head to Little Venice where you can enjoy romantic walks along the waters edge or have a boat ride along the canal as you gaze at the sights and beauty of the area.
The National Army Museum is one of the favoured museums in the area where you can browse the galleries, see conflicts and so much more. A great cultural way to spend your day in London.
Not too far from your hotel you have a huge selection of top shopping areas with Kings Road, Harrods, Sloane Square and the Duke of York Square within easy distance. Browse the boutique shops, explore the designer stores and see what treasures you can find at the antique dealers.
Gordon Ramsay at Royal Hospital Road is a Michelin star restaurant offering modern French cuisine. The intimate interior combined with mouth watering dishes and excellent service make this restaurant a must when in the area.


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M. McCourt singled to center field.
J. Stone walked; M. McCourt advanced to second.
R. Devine to p for T. Garbee.
B. Doyle grounded out to ss, RBI; J. Stone advanced to third; M. McCourt scored.
J. Strunc singled down the rf line.
C. Prestegar reached first on a fielding error by 2b; J. Strunc advanced to third.
Hall, Jr to p for R. Devine.
C. Prestegar doubled to left field.
J. Cook singled through the left side; D. Toso advanced to second.
T. Adams singled to left center, 2 RBI; J. Cook scored; D. Toso scored.
R. Troutman to p for D. Harrison.
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Do's and Don'ts in the Island of Fernando de Noronha.
Wondering what are the Do's and Don’ts when visiting the Island of Fernando de Noronha?
Take your regular medications and basic travel medicines with you. Though there is a pharmacy on the island, the stocks are limited, and if they don’t have what you need, you will have no option but to fly back to the mainland.
Take a lot of sunscreen with you as the sun is quite harsh here.
Learn some basic Portuguese before you go, as most of the locals do not speak English.
Take lots of cash with you as you will not be able to use your credit card or travelers cheques at most places.
Conserve water as shortages are common on the island.
Pick up a map of the island from the airport, as you will need this to get around.
Take light clothes as Fernando de Noronha is warm throughout the year.
Make it a point to observe the spinning dolphins and turtle nesting activities, the two main highlights on the island.
Violate the rules and regulations of the protected areas. You will be penalized.
Camp or stay overnight outdoors or make a fire anywhere on the island.
Expect it to be a cheap holiday, especially during the peak season. The remoteness and exclusivity allow the hotels to be able to charge high rates.
Forget to keep well hydrated at all times, as the heat could easily make you dehydrated.


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Friday was a tough day. There was a strange cloud looming over us.
The start of the day was all about the music. Dom, our music maestro, brought his initial suggestions in for scoring the show. So, after spending the first couple of hours recapping lines and working any changes to the script, we then set for the top of the show and started to go through scenes with sound.
Dom is an immensely interesting and deep guy, and his sound design reflects this. He has created two distinct styles, two sound worlds that will ultimately finish the veneer of the show. LIKE ICING ON CAKE … MMMM CAKE!
I particularly like the music for Paris, it’s rich and vibrant, Django-ish music; it’s quite sparring and somehow dissolute; it totally suits.
At around 16:00, the mood changed. We had guests. GOOD EVENING ESTEEMED SIRS AND MADAMS!
It was quite a daunting thing to start, but after the run had come to a relatively firm end, the responses were encouraging. They have all passed on their thoughts and advice and we will be reflecting on them on Monday.
After the run, we legged it to the pub for many many drinks. FAREWELL SORROWS!


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David Pointcheval obtained his PhD in Computer Science from the University of Caen in 1996.
Since 1998, he has been a CNRS researcher, in the Computer Science Department at Ecole Normale Supérieure, Paris, France, in the Cryptography Team, that he has been leading since 2005. This team has also been associated to Inria since 2008.
Since 2017, he has been the chair of the Computer Science Department at ENS.
His research focuses on provable security of cryptographic primitives and protocols.
He is an author of more than 150 international conference and journal papers, and an inventor of a dozen of patents.
He has been one of the nine elected directors in the board of IACR, for 9 years.
He has been program chair for several international conferences in cryptography, including PKC 2010 and Eurocrypt 2012.
He has recently been awarded an ERC Advanced Grant, from the European Commission, on the Privacy for the Cloud.
Gigabits of data are regularly aggregated in order to deliver statistics and recommendations, or even to make decisions. These data are processed in clear by many providers that offer valuable services, but at the cost of a huge risk with respect to privacy. The providers themselves or even hackers could exploit these data for malicious purposes. Privacy-by-design would be preferable.
Cryptography has recently developed new tools in order to allow aggregation on encrypted data, with fully homomorphic encryption and functional encryption. However, whereas they work well for one user, they fail to aggregate data that come from different sources, in particular when these sources do not trust each other.
In this talk, we will present new techniques of aggregation for data that come from multiple mutually distrustful sources, so that privacy is guaranteed, and the data owners keep control on the performed aggregation.
This is joint work with Jérémy Chotard, Edouard Dufour Sans, Romain Gay, and Duong Hieu Phan.


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Can resilience improve health outcomes in Aboriginal young people? That's the question that will be explored by Telethon Kids Institute researcher Clair Scrine thanks to funding from Healthway.
Dr Scrine says there are many Western Australian Aboriginal young people who, despite living with adversity and in challenging circumstances are doing well.
Her project seeks to find out what makes them more resilient than others and whether that resilience encourages them to make better health and lifestyle choices.
"Aboriginal people experience a different set of contextual risks to non-Aboriginal people," Dr Scrine says. "The history and impact of colonisation, dispossession of land and traumatic loss of family and culture reverberate through generations," says Dr Scrine.
"We know that this can expose people to a range of poor health outcomes and severely compromised mental health and emotional wellbeing across their lifetime. Understanding how some young people avoid this predicament and manage to live healthy lives is a very important source of knowledge for Aboriginal health research."
Dr Scrine is conducting the research with the assistance of Aboriginal community based workers and an Aboriginal reference steering group, who will guide the project and the engagement of young people.
Researchers will use qualitative research methods for the study of groups of 12 - 17 year olds, which has three main components.
Firstly, researchers will establish each young person's level of resilience through a series of appropriate interview questions.
The participants will then use digital technology to take photographs and short videos of the places, people and things that are important to them and make them feel strong. These will then be explored by the group and the researchers.
Thirdly, researchers will conduct in-depth interviews with the young people to understand their attitudes to healthy living and wellbeing.
The research aims to identify the links between participants' resilience, a strong identity and self-esteem and whether these things directly relate to young people's attitude to health and wellbeing and their motivations to live active, positive lives.
Dr Scrine says the study should provide immediate positive value to the young people involved with the project, who will have the opportunity to reflect on their lives and their sense of self.
But in a broader sense, it is hoped the project will lead to better targeted and broad-based interventions, policies and programs aimed at fostering young people's health and wellbeing.
"It will provide health workers and relevant stakeholders with important insights into Aboriginal young people's views and attitudes about their health and wellbeing and help contribute to change in how programs and services, health promotion campaigns and strategies directed at Aboriginal young people are delivered," says Dr Scrine.
Dr Scrine says the study of resilience is important to the field of Aboriginal health because it moves away from the focus on deficits.
"It shifts the research to a strengths based approach that explores the importance of resistance, coping, recovery, and success in the face of adversity and the influence this has on other determinants," She says.
For more information on Aboriginal health research, click here.
First published Friday 10 July 2015.