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'Friends From College' Review: Is A Bumpy Trip Down Memory Lane
Strong performances from Cobie Smulders, Keegan-Micheal Key, and Billy Eichner make Friends From College worth your consideration.
Friends From College centers around the lives of six college buddies who are reunited when two of them (Ethan played by Keegan-Michael Key and Lisa played by Cobie Smulders) move back to New York. Their group consists of a trust fund kid named Nick (Nat Faxon), Sam (Anne Parisse), playwright Marianne (Jae Suh Park), and literary agent Max (Fred Savage). They all graduated from Harvard and manage to take every opportunity possible to remind the audience of this. Even though they had slightly grown apart over the last twenty years, this group certainly has some unresolved issues. Ethan and Sam have been having an affair since college which hasn't ended (even though both are now married). Nick tries to mask his feelings for Lisa by throwing himself at every young lady who saunters his way. Marianne seems to be getting nowhere with her playwriting career and Max is own worst enemy in both his professional and personal life.
What Worked
Lisa's storyline involving her desire to get pregnant was some of the best writing and contained the most scintillating on-screen moments in the whole series. As someone who has had friends and has personally tackled the possibility of infertility, Smulders and Key captured the anguish that comes over a couple when faced with the possibility of not having kids. Lisa has to go through a series of crazy involved shots that have to be timed to the second. Each of these shots is extremely painful and towards the end of the sequence when things go wrong, she loses it. Ethan just wants to make her happy and begins to lose it as well. He seems willing to anything to make it right, even offer up sexual favors to random pharmacists.
Billy Eichner is cast as Max's (Fred Savage) boyfriend and acts as a reality check for everyone in the group. He reminds Max constantly that they are grown ups, Lisa and Ethan are not given any special treatment at his fertility practice, and he won't put up with any of the group nonsense. In the end, he even ends up serving as a wake-up call for his boyfriend.
What Didn't Work
Sam, Max, Marianne, and Nick were written very one dimensionally. While Lisa and Ethan seemed more layered, the rest of the cast seemed to be playing archetypes. Sam is the confused middle aged woman who doesn't know what she wants. Max is the guy who longs for the past. Nick who loves to avoid dealing with any of his personal feelings. Marianne is just a lost 30 something who doesn't know what she wants.
While Friends From College is not the strongest release that Netflix has ever had, it does offer up enough entertainment value. They have the show set up in eight 30 minute parts which will make getting through the show extremely efficient. Don't expect to be blown away like when you first saw GLOW but that doesn't mean a show like this shouldn't be on your radar.
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Strong performances from Cobie Smulders, Keegan-Micheal Key, and Billy Eichner make Friends From College worth your consideration. Summary Friends From College centers around the lives of six college buddies who are reunited when two of them (Ethan played by Keegan-Michael Key and Lisa played by Cobie Smulders) move back...'Friends From College' Review: Is A Bumpy Trip Down Memory Lane


Technology is changing industries in many ways which are positive. It is helping to increase productivity, boost efficiency and make running businesses much more accessible. Another benefit of technology is what it's doing in terms of enabling enterprises to become more pervasive. As a result of the many innovations we see in this day and age, geographical restrictions are gradually being eliminated. One of the industries that is immensely benefiting from technology is the business sector. Cloud computing especially has positively impacted the way they operate and how they access information. Below, you're going to discover how cloud computing is changing the business sector.
Software and upgrades can be relatively expensive, especially when they need to be purchased on a regular basis. However, businesses who use cloud computing have the option of scaling up and down which, in return, could save them a significant amount of money. It means they only have to buy the software that they need and are going to use, which will eliminate waste and unnecessary expenses. It is more or less a pay-as-you-go system, so you only pick products and services that are beneficial to your business, and you can stop paying for them if at any point they're no longer needed. Another benefit in this regard is that instead of having to pay for upgrades yourself, the service provider typically does it for you.
Another benefit of the cloud for businesses is how easily accessible it is. As a result, employees can work from anywhere and access the information and data they need irrespective of geographical location. This is crucial as most businesses have expansion in their horizons and hope to conquer new territory, so need to be able to work from anywhere. Also, increasing numbers of staff are becoming mobile as well as working remotely, so them being able to work from their mobiles and tablets can be beneficial too. For security reasons, they could also use a residential proxy network as a means of improving security and monitoring the online activities of employees.
As mentioned above, often businesses have projects they need to work on but employees who are located in different parts of the world. By using the cloud, however, they can easily share files with people that are working on a project no matter where they are. You could essentially give employees, contractors, and third parties the same files if you needed to. There is also flexibility in the sense that you could choose a cloud computing model that makes it easy to share your records with advisers and anyone else you're working with. In this globalized world, collaboration across continents isn't something that's uncommon, so technologies that can help facilitate this are invaluable.
Another benefit of the cloud for businesses is the long-term cost implications. The initial cost required to migrate to the cloud may seem intimidating, but it's imperative that you look at the return on investment. For starters, once you have migrated to the cloud, you should find that you save time and money by being able to access data easily. Additionally, you'll only be paying for the space that you need, which means you don't have to worry about spending money on unused storage space. Also, you won't need a designated IT team to manage your hardware as it will be handled off-site. These things should ultimately result in lower costs and higher returns in the future.
There is an ongoing debate about how secure using the cloud is seeing as your data and information isn't being monitored on an in-house system. However, it can be argued that the cloud is a secure option as a host's job is to carefully monitor security whereas a business would have its attention divided between a number of IT challenges. It's also worth noting that a high percentage of data theft actually happens internally by employees. Taking this into consideration, businesses may find that it's a lot safer to keep sensitive information and data off-site. Research completed by RapidClaim also claims that 94 percent of businesses saw an improvement in security when they moved to the cloud. Also, the good thing is that different security measures can be set based on the user for most cloud-based services.
The loss of data can be a nightmare for any business. This is because its such a valuable tool that can be used to improve products and services, meet customer needs and help develop and grow an organization. In light of this, the cloud is beneficial as it helps create a sense of security when it comes to data back-up. Many providers often offer geo-redundant backup which means that if anything unexpected occurs, you know your data is saved in multiple places and across numerous centers. It should mitigate if not almost eliminate the chances of businesses having to experience the detrimental effects of lost data.
Businesses are often looking for ways to increase efficiency, and the cloud can help them do so. As mentioned earlier, using such services can help them save a significant amount of time which would have otherwise been used trying to resolve problems or manage hardware. Seeing as data is managed off-site and with professionals, there is time to focus on more significant aspects of running a business. Also, if there are any challenges that need to be addressed, there is always someone on standby with an adequate amount of experience to help. They're likely going to help you resolve your issues a lot faster than if you had to handle it on your own in-house.
Cloud computing is something that not all businesses have started using, but it's had a positive impact for several others. Moving with the times and changes in technology is essential as a business because it's one of the only ways to stay ahead and remain relevant. Cloud computing is one of many innovations that have given companies a competitive edge and helped made operating a lot easier.


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For World Book Night 2014 we asked Ventnor readers to let us know what were their favourite books – their 'Desert Island' books. Here they are, in no particular order, just a lovely collection of personal reading pleasure – we hope you might be inspired to seek one out to seew what has made a book so much enjoyed.
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Evelyn Knowles:
My favourite book? I have no one favourite, I have always loved The Wind in the Willows and I find so much excitement in reading Wolf Hall (even the second time), but I suppose the book which always transports me to other times and places, makes me laugh and cry, is David Mitchell's ?The Thousand Autumns of Jacob de Zoet?. The year is 1799 when a young Dutch clerk, employed by the Dutch East Indies Company is sent to trade with Japan at a time when foreigners are excluded. He finds himself on an artificial Island connected to Nagasaki through which all trading activity is conducted. It is a book at times terrifying, sometimes hilarious and yet contains some of the most beautiful passages of love. You will be transported.
Beryl Couchman:
The book I dip into fairly regularly is called 'One Hundred Favourite Poems', with introduction and biographies of the poets by Mike Read. They remind me of so many happy days. Printed by Hodder and Stoughton, ISBN 0-340-71320-8.
Jon Idle:
My favourite book is Black Lamb and Grey Falcon by Rebecca West. There is a copy at Ryde Library. It is a huge book, mainly about her observations on her travels in Yugoslavia in the early 20th century. But it is so much more than a travel book – a small incident will lead onto a whole section of the book discussing human nature, European history, and pretty well everything else. A book appeals to me if the writer is observant and wise – Rebecca West is both. (Jon Idle)
Leigh Geddes:
The Dresden Greenby Nicholas Freeling. This stand-alone thriller tells the story of Louis whose carefully-controlled life as an EU interpreter is derailed by his discovery of the Dresden Green, a famous diamond lost in the fire-bombing of Dresden during WWII. Now read on . . . )
Christine Benson:
Two of my favourite books are Two Lives by Vikram Seth and The Hare with Amber Eyes by Edmund de Waal. Then of course there's Middlemarch Then of course there's The Book Thief. Love, love, love it. Narrated by Death, but in the most beautiful way, set during World War Two. I love the way it's written and how it makes you feel empathy and compassion for Death. I also have a keen interest in that era. I won't give too much away!
Becky Newman:
Wuthering Heights, obsession and possession. A complete contrast to boring chick lit. It's written well, atmospheric with a sense of foreboding from the start and weaves destructively through further generations.
Karen Tweed:
I have 2 favourite books – one fiction and one non but if I had to say THE one I return to every time it's '99 Words: You have breath for no more than 99 words. What would they be?' by Liz Gray, who asked this question of ninety nine people whose voices she admired – this book gives their responses. It is a favourite of mine because I needed to place myself in that position before major surgery last year and now I consider that idea every day. The contributors range from poets to peacemakers, artists to scientists, philosophers to musicians, the famous and not very . . . A tiny five minute dip into this book will change your life and give you so much to think about; it has made me love life and every tiny moment. (I have a copy which I am happy to lend).
Sarah Marriot:
The Curious Incident Of The Dog In The Night Time. It's brilliantly written.
Jen Roberts:
Middlesex by Jeffrey Eugenides. I've re-read it so many times. It deals with a taboo subject in a such a humourous way. He writes women so well.
Pixie Willow Moon:
The Traveller by John Twelve Hawkes, it's a stark look at the dystopian world that we live in with such uncomprehendable accuracy yet a hopefulness of redemption by spirit travellers guarded by a network of dedicated warriors I loved it so much when I finished it and immediately started again back at page one. Mists Of Avalon by Marion Zimmerman Bradley because it's a very matriarchal view of the Arthurian legend and the imagery she uses is beautiful.
Julia Aratoon:
The Great Gatsby. First read at fifteen and was seduced by the era, the charisma and the sadness in the characters. Have loved it ever since, re-read every year or so and find a different pleasure each time. Amazing how visual scenes from the book are, in glorious 3D senses.
Eileen Schaff:
Ooohhh, dilemma! 2012 favourite was Witch Light by Susan Fletcher: Witch Light was stunning. A review without reveal is hard, but the character Corrag, is small, intense and wise and her story, set in the Highlands is intensely moving. The language is mesmerising, as lyrical as poetry. This is How by M J Hyland: a slow start that moves into a slow emotional reveal. The main characters are not loveable, but I found it thought provoking for that reason. It's very tender and astute. Both highly recommended.
Mikaela Kate Hennessey:
Anything by Sharon Shinn. She brings together worlds apart and makes sense of them in magnificent storytelling.
Bee Stingle:
Private Peaceful by Michael Morpugo. The Kite Runner by Khaled Hosseini. A Town like Alice: awesome determination of a woman and a true story.
Leigh Otsuka Curran:
Lamb by Christopher Moore. The gospel of Jesus Christ as told by his best friend Biff. The funny parts are pee your pants, irreverently funny. The sad parts break my heart. And if Jesus was the guy who is in this book, then he is a dude I want to hang out with.
James Mansfield:
The War of the Worlds by H.G. Wells. Rich in late Victorian horror, replete with deeply unsettling psychological tension and strange terror. A story that reminds us of a Comsos so Vast, Impersonal and Monstrous that it dwarfs the Finite Mind and Ego with utmost brutality and cruel efficiency.
Mark Sonlyne:
The Chymical Wedding by Lindsay Clarke. It is an interesting story about mythology, alchemy, social attitudes, a mix of different periods (modern day and Victorian), the leading female character in the Victorian era is a really strong person..a bit spooky, with things crossing over the time periods . . . not a good explanation but difficult to sum up in a few words!
Sue Morgan:
I would like to recommend a book that really made a deep impression on me when I read it when I was about nineteen or twenty, The Grapes of Wrath by John Steinbeck. It made me aware of issues such as social justice, poverty and environmental degradation and was a turning point in my political development. Books can help you to understand "how the other half lives" and be agents for social change (hence the attempts by various political regimes to burn them)!
Elizabeth Jane Lovely:
The Particular Sadness of Lemon Cake by Aimee Bender. Chocolat by Joanne Harris. Cooking With Bones by Jess Richards. One Hundred Years of Solitude by Gabriel Garcia Marquez. Gorgeous strokable books that feel like curling up in a mug of hot chocolate with marshmallows! Characters I wish I were or wish were my friends that I never wanted to leave.
Gail Mathie:
My two favourite books were both reading for my O level exam. Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen: though written in 1813 the story is just as fresh today,all the characters are recognisable and as always the course of true love does not run smoothly but with a few twists and turns all ends happily for Elizabeth Bennett and Mr Darcy. My Family and Other Animals by Gerald Durrell: one of the funniest books I have read but also informs without the reader even realising so much about the wild life of Corfu. Each member of the family is dysfunctional in their own way and the people they meet in Corfu are wonderfully described. A snapshot of life just before the start of the second world war.
Lesley Telford:
Mariana by Monica Dickens: This book is about a young woman growing up in the 1930s in England – I re-read it regularly. It is true, and funny, and just a great story. Monica Dickens is a grand-daughter of Charles Dickens and she has a wicked way with words that brings her characters alive. Case Histories by Kate Atkinson: I think this is my favourite of Kate Atkinson's books. It is funny and sad and witty, and really several stories woven linked together by her wonderful off-beat private detective Jackson Brodie and his obsession with 'lost girls'. Catch 22 by Joseph Heller: I discovered this when I was a teenager, and it is still just as good. How can I describe it? If you don't know it, just read it!
Cath Lovely:
The Horse Whisperer – I get lost in the story and can relate to it.
Scott Moger:
Altered Carbon by Richard Morgan. It's an amazing mix of sci-fi and old school gumshoe genres. An amazing book I recommend to anyone who will listen.
Basil Barrett:
My Secret Garden by Nancy Friday used to be one of my faves – no, not the kiddy one, the other one – a wonderful celebration of the rich diversity of female sexuality and a great gift for any woman who worries that she has 'odd' fantasies – I've given away quite a few copies in my time.

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Beloved Marat Basharova will convince him to marry
According to numerology, the actor will take his beloved to the Registrar under the influence requests. Also the expert is sure that the birth of a son affect the Outlook of Marat Basharova and renews his character.
Marat Basharov will become a father for the second time. Son 41-year-old actor will give his beloved Elizabeth Shevarkov. From his first marriage with Elizabeth Crocco Marat is 11-year-old daughter Amelie, which, by the way, eagerly awaits the arrival of her brother into the light. The girl asked when will be able to play with the son of his famous father and his beloved, incredibly touched by the Marat. "StarHit" figured out how fatherhood will change Basharova and if he marries in the end a young friend who will give him an heir.
"Marat is a winner of a weak numerological code– 22.08.1974 /33 /6. Only one number 1 is masculine, it makes him gentle, kind, and weak-willed in some situations, explained numerologist Vitaly Bograd. But under the rule of "3" is feminine, he's also very vulnerable. And here oil on the fire adds "2" is independent of his will, the mind, the intellect, which can pile on the speculation of the owner. Literally, "Woe from wit". Marat is a very gentle person, with an internal complaint, even scandalous, is not restrained".
According to the expert, the actor is still married to the mother of the unborn child, but it will not protect her from his aggression. Many remember how scandal turned into a family life with Basharova Catherine Ancharovoj, and, according to numerologist, this can happen in the relationship of the actor with a new lady. However, the birth of a child calmed him.
"I am confident that, under the influence of Elizabeth's requests Marat soon marries her. This is inherent in his nature – to keep a woman at his side. But there is one subtle point that can delay a marriage, the birth of a child can cool his ardent mind, as he already "has a bird in the hand", continues Vitaly Bograd. – Last year, Basharova was loud divorce with actress Catherine Ancharovoj, accused him of beating. And Lisa in this case is not protected from the manifestations of aggression Marat, like Catherine. Salvation from outbursts Basharova in family routine. When he and Lisa will live together and take care of the baby, the habit will take over and calm actor. Very soon we will see Marat in a new project. As for health, you should pay attention to the heart and vessels of the head".
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Lot of people avoid investing in shares because of lack of knowledge about stock market investments. In this article I'm going to tell you about the important terms and terminologies related to investment, finances, insurance and tax.
First of all let's know the meaning of each term.
Share or Stock : A Share is a representation of the amount of a company that you own. So if you own 100 shares of a company which has 100000 shares you are owner for 1/1000th part.
Entry Load : Commission paid while purchasing units of a mutual fund from a broker, No Entry Load to be paid if directly purchased from Mutual Fund Office or its Website online.
Exit Load : Commission paid while selling off the mutual funds before a specified time limit. generally it is. 5% or 1% if exit before 6 months or 1 year.
NAV : The current price of each Unit of Mutual Fund, it goes up or down depending on the growth or decline in value of mutual fund investment.
NFO : New Fund Offer, When a new Mutual Fund is Launched, its call NFO of that Mutual Fund.
Open Ended Mutual Funds : Mutual funds without restriction on Entry or Exit, Anyone can buy or sell the units anytime.
Close Ended Mutual Funds : Mutual Funds having restriction time on entry and exit , there is some particular time duration to buy the units and then its locked for some pre-decided period. For Eg. ABC mutual fund, a 3 years Close Ended Fund.
Growth option in Mutual Funds : Upon choosing this option, a unit holder does not receives any dividend from Mutual funds but the money it is added to investments which helps in increasing the NAV of mutual fund. Its good for people who do not want to receive cash regularly as dividend.
Dividend Option in Mutual Funds : By choosing this option a investor receives the dividend from the mutual funds whenever it is declared. Its good for investors who need regular cash.
Equity Fund : These are the funds which put most of there money in Equity and less in Debt. Equity refers to instruments with high risk and high returns like Shares, and Debt refers to instruments with no risk or low risk and less returns like bonds, Fixed deposits etc. These are high risky and with high returns.
Debt Fund : The funds which put more money in Debt and less in Equity. these are Less risky and with less returns.
Balanced Fund : The Funds which have money in both the categories in a ratio such that it makes it medium risk and medium return Fund. The ratio need not be 50:50 … even a ratio of 70:30 in booming markets can be considered as balanced. and 20:80 in bad situation will be considered as balanced.
Sectoral Funds : These funds put money in a specific sector or a group of inter-related sectors. They have high risk, high return nature.
Mutual Fund Benchmark : Every mutual fund has a benchmark against which they measure there performance, They they perform better than there benchmark its considered that they have done good, else bad. For Eg. A lot of mutual funds have Sensex as benchmark, some sectoral fund investing in Pharmaceutical may have BSE Heath care as its benchmark.
SIP (Systematic investment Plan) : This a investment method through which you can invest in mutual funds every month. Instead of paying 60,000 together, one can take an SIP of 5,000 for an year.
Stock Market : Its a market which facilitates the buying and selling the shares of companies by connecting buyers and sellers. It can be considered as a mediator between buyer and seller. So anyone who wants to buy or sell shares can do it from stock market.
Sensex and Nifty : These are indexes of BSE (Bombay Stock Exchange) and NSE(National Stock Exchange). Sensex and Nifty, both are indicators of how prices of major stocks are moving at any point of time. Sensex comprises of 30 Shares and Nifty comprises of 50 shares.
They are calculated by a method called "Free Flow Market Capitalization" . When sensex moves up it indicates that on an average more shares have increased there value and some have declined and vice-verse. It moves up or down depending on the combined valuations of the shares they comprise of.
Market Capitalization = Total number of shares available X Current Price .
Its the total money required to buy all the shares of the company available to public.
IPO (Initial Public Offer) : When a company offers shares to general public for the first time, its call IPO. The purpose of this is generally to raise funds to finance there future project and expanding there business.
Term Insurance : In this you are insured for a big amount for very less annual premium,But dont receive anything when your maturity expires. Its a very cheap form of insurance and considered as the best insurance anyone can get.
Endowment and Money Back Plans : In this you get insurance and you get a big lump sum after the tenure expires along with periodic payments in between. The premium is high per Annam.
ULIP's : These are insurance+investment product, from the premium you pay, some amount is used as your premium towards insurance and rest is invested as per your choice. this product needs a lot of questions to be answered before taking.
Portfolio : Total investments combined are called Portfolio. So if Person ABC has invested Rs x in shares, Rs.y in Insurance, Rs z in PPF and Rs k in Real Estate, it will combined be his Portfolio.
Trading Account : An account through which a person deal in instruments on stock market.
Demat Account : An account where shares are stored in electronic format. Its just a account which stores shares.
Commodities : Commodities are things like sugar, steel etc … A person can trade in these things also just like shares and mutual funds. Multi Commodity Exchange of India Limited (MCX) is the commodity exchange in india just like BSE and NSE for shares.
very simply put. very easy to understand. thanks.
Thanks Manish ji. I think this is the most informative and orderly arranged site I have ever seen on Internet. This is one stop shop for all financial matters. Thanks for all the efforts made………….
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Please keep doing this and make us all financially aware .
Thanks Sir, for u r valuable guaidance. With the help of such article anyone can invest his/her income successfully.
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Чемпионат Испании по баскетболу в сезоне 2000/2001 стал 18-м розыгрышем АБК Лиги. В турнире приняли участие 18 клубов. Чемпионат был разбит на регулярный чемпионат и стадию плей-офф. Победителем как регулярного чемпионата, так и плей-офф стал клуб «Барселона».

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18 команд играли двухкруговой турнир регулярного чемпионата. За победу назначалось два очка, за поражение — одно. В случае ничейного результата игрались овертаймы до выявления победителя. По результатам регулярного чемпионата 8 лучших команд попадали в плей-офф. Матчи плей-офф игрались до трёх побед по системе 2-2-1.

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 Самым ценным игроком чемпионата был признан Лу Роэ из «Хихона Балончесто».

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I've been freelancing since July 2017 and whilst it's had it's benefits, it's also had it's downfalls. With the freedom of being your own boss, there was also the added insecurity of not knowing when an invoice would be paid and when you might eventually be dropped. Just over a year after I begun the freelance life I was dropped by two clients through no fault of my own. I had hit a mini rock bottom and I didn't know where to turn.
Between losing clients, chasing invoices and feeling stressed over a job that was supposed to be the dream one for me, I realised that I needed a change. After applying for every job I could think of I was faced with a barrage of rejections and no replies. I was honestly feeling so lost and after a night of wallowing in my own self pity, I knew that there was only one thing I could do. After volunteering for the Young Women's Trust for three years and less than a month after my award win, I signed up for their Work It Out coaching service.
Work It Out is a free coaching service aimed at young women aged 16-30 who need some confidence building, life coaching and generally need a listening ear to help work through any troubles or issues. As soon as I received and email from Charlotte my coach, I knew that I had made the right choice. I had this gut feeling that it would be life changing coaching.
My first chat with Charlotte involved me talking about why I was interested in the service, what I wanted to get out of it and how I was truly feeling. With a lot of pent up emotions it was a really raw chat that was a bit of a rollercoaster. For me the big problem was the imposter syndrome rearing it's ugly head on my shoulder whenever I thought I was good enough.
I ended the call feeling like the fog was clearing slightly. I was prepared for the interviews. I had set a little mantra for myself to remind myself I was worthy and I felt that I was slightly more confident in terms of believing in myself. And each week and time I spoke to her I just felt that my confidence was growing and I was ready to conquer. The old Laura was back, the one that knew she was amazing at what she did, the one that knew that she was worthy.
The Laura that got the job she never expected to even get an interview for. The Laura that turned those moments on the phone in tears into the moments on the phone with a huge smile on her face. The Laura that said thank you over and over again to the coach that helped her believe in herself. But Charlotte reminded me that it wasn't anything she said or did, it was the skills that I used, the knowledge that I had. It was all me.
In the space of 6 weeks I had gone from a nervous wreck on the verge of a breakdown into a woman that was about to start a job that she was excited for and was filled with confidence. I can honestly say that without Young Women's Trust I wouldn't be where I am today, and the Work It Out coaching service is just one of the reasons why I will forever shout about how brilliant they are.
Thank you Young Women's Trust for introducing me to Charlotte, helping me find the right path and giving me the strength to believe in myself.
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Lydia Morgan 9 November 2018 at 09:43


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\section{Introduction}
A long-standing puzzle in the particle physics is the nature of the Pomeron (${I\!\!P}$). This object, with the vacuum quantum numbers, was introduced phenomenologically in the Regge theory as a simple moving pole in the complex angular momentum plane, to describe the high-energy behavior of the total and elastic cross-sections of the hadronic reactions \cite{collins}. Due to its zero color charge the Pomeron is associated with diffractive events, characterized by the presence of large rapidity gaps in the hadronic final state. The diffractive processes have attracted much attention as a way of amplifying the physics programme at hadronic colliders, including searching for New Physics (For a recent review see, e.g. Ref. \cite{forshaw}). The investigation of these reactions at high energies gives important information about the structure of hadrons and their interaction mechanisms.

The diffractive processes can be classified as inclusive or exclusive events (See e.g. \cite{forshaw}).
In exclusive events, empty regions in pseudo-rapidity, called rapidity gaps, separate the intact very forward hadron from the central massive object. Exclusivity means that nothing else is produced except the leading hadrons and the central object.
The inclusive processes also exhibit rapidity gaps. However, they contain soft particles accompanying the production of a hard diffractive object, with the rapidity gaps becoming, in general, smaller than in the exclusive case. Moreover,
the inclusive  processes can also be classified as single or double diffractive, which is directly associated to the presence of one or two rapidity gaps in the final state, respectively.

The diffractive physics has been tested in hadron-hadron collisions considering  distinct final states like dijets, dileptons, heavy quarks, quarkonium + photon, and different theoretical approaches. One of these approaches is the Resolved Pomeron Model, which assumes the validity of the diffractive factorization formalism and that Pomeron has a partonic structure. The basic idea is that the hard scattering resolves the quark and gluon content in the Pomeron \cite{IS} and it can be obtained analysing the experimental data from diffractive deep inelastic scattering (DDIS) at HERA, providing us with the diffractive distributions of singlet quarks and gluons in the Pomeron \cite{H1diff}. However, other approaches based on very distinct assumptions,  for example the BFKL Pomeron, are also able to describe the current scarce experimental data. Consequently, the present scenario for diffractive processes is unclear, motivating the study of alternative processes which allow to constrain the correct description of the Pomeron.

In this contribution we study the prompt photon production as a complementary test of diffractive processes and the pomeron structure. We stress that this process has still not been calculated in the literature, and this is the first approach to that.
 The production of prompt photons in nondiffractive processes in hadron-hadron collisions is considered usually as a  probe of the proton's gluon distribution due to dominance of the LO Compton-like subprocess $q g \rightarrow \gamma q$ (See, e.g., \cite{crisvic_foton}). Our goal is to extend there previous analysis for diffractive processes considering parton - Pomeron and Pomeron - Pomeron interactions and predict the pseudorapidity and transverse momentum dependences, as well as the total cross section, for the Photon + jet and double photon production (For a more detailed study see Ref. \cite{Mariotto:2013kca}).

\section{Single and Double Diffractive prompt photon production}

At leading order the prompt photon production is determined by
 the Compton process $qg \rightarrow q \gamma$, which is dominant at high energies, the annihilation process  $q \bar q  \rightarrow g \gamma$ and the processes  $q \bar q  \rightarrow \gamma \gamma$ (pure EM), $g g  \rightarrow \gamma \gamma$ and $g g  \rightarrow g \gamma$, which are subdominant. In order to estimate the hadronic cross sections we have to convolute the cross sections for these partonic subprocesses with the inclusive and/or diffractive parton distribution functions. In the Resolved Pomeron Model, the diffractive parton distributions in the proton are defined as a convolution of the Pomeron flux emitted from the proton, $f_{I\!\!P}(x_{I\!\!P})= \int_{t_{min}}^{t_{max}} dt f_{{I\!\!P}}(x_{{I\!\!P}}, t)$, and the parton distributions in the Pomeron, $g_{I\!\!P}(\beta, \mu^2)$, $q_{I\!\!P}(\beta, \mu^2)$, where $\beta$ is the momentum fraction carried by the partons inside the Pomeron.
The diffractive quark and gluon distributions are given by
\begin{eqnarray}
{ q^D(x,\mu^2)}=\int dx_{I\!\!P}d\beta \delta (x-x_{I\!\!P}\beta)f_{I\!\!P}(x_{I\!\!P})q_{I\!\!P}(\beta, \mu^2)={ \int_x^1 \frac{dx_{I\!\!P}}{x_{I\!\!P}} f_{I\!\!P}(x_{I\!\!P}) q_{I\!\!P}\left(\frac{x}{x_{I\!\!P}}, \mu^2\right)} \\
{ g^D(x,\mu^2)}=\int dx_{I\!\!P}d\beta \delta (x-x_{I\!\!P}\beta)f_{I\!\!P}(x_{I\!\!P})g_{I\!\!P}(\beta, \mu^2)={ \int_x^1 \frac{dx_{I\!\!P}}{x_{I\!\!P}} f_{I\!\!P}(x_{I\!\!P}) g_{I\!\!P}\left(\frac{x}{x_{I\!\!P}}, \mu^2\right)}
\end{eqnarray}

\begin{figure}[t]
\begin{center}
\scalebox{0.30}{\includegraphics{single.eps}}
\scalebox{0.25}{\includegraphics{double.eps}}
\caption{Photon + jet production in single (left panel) and double (right panel) diffractive processes.}
\label{single}
\end{center}
\end{figure}

The Photon + jet production in single and double diffractive processes is described by the diagrams like those presented in Fig.
\ref{single}, where we have the  production of a photon plus a jet or an unobserved photon ($\gamma X$). In single prompt photon diffractive production the Pomeron might be emitted from one of the two protons and one should include both $pI\!\!P$ and $I\!\!Pp$ interactions. The corresponding cross section may be written as
 \begin{eqnarray}
\frac{d\sigma }{dydp_T^2}= \sum_{abcd} \int_{x_{a\, min}}^1 dx_a
{f^D_a(x_a,Q^2)}f_b(x_b,Q^2)\frac{x_ax_b}{2x_a-x_Te^y}\frac{d\hat{\sigma}}{d\hat{t}}(ab\rightarrow
cd)
\end{eqnarray}
where in fact one considers ${f^D_{a}}$ $f_{b/p}$ $+$ $f_{a/p}$ ${f^D_{b}}$ contributions,
$x_{a\, min}=\frac{x_Te^{y}}{2-x_Te^{-y} }$,
$x_b=\frac{x_ax_Te^{-y}}{2x_a-x_Te^y}$,
$x_T=2p_T/\sqrt{s}$ and $\frac{d\hat{\sigma}}{d\hat{t}}$ are the LO partonic cross sections.
In the case of double diffractive prompt photon production (also called central diffractive)  one has the ${I\!\!P} {I\!\!P} $ interactions (${f^D_{a}}{f^D_{b}}$ in the formula above) and one looks for events with two rapidity gaps and a $\gamma +$jet at the central region.
Moreover, we consider the double photon production in single and double diffractive processes, which are described by the diagrams like those shown in Fig. \ref{figsdddouble}, taking into account the $g g  \rightarrow \gamma \gamma$ and  $q \bar q  \rightarrow \gamma \gamma$ subprocesses.

\begin{figure}[t]
\begin{center}
\scalebox{0.30}{\includegraphics{single_double_photon.eps}}
\scalebox{0.25}{\includegraphics{double_double_photon.eps}}
\caption{Double photon production in single (left panel) and double (right panel) diffractive processes.}
\label{figsdddouble}
\end{center}
\end{figure}

\section{Results}
In what follows we present our results for total cross sections, the pseudorapidity $\eta$ and transverse momentum $p_T$ distributions at the LHC energy of $\sqrt{s} = 14$ TeV. For the sake of comparison, we also show the inclusive (non-diffractive) LO contribution.
Following previous studies for single and double diffractive production \cite{mag_hqdif,MMM1,schurek} we also include in our calculations a gap survival factor given by 0.05 (0.02) for single (double) diffraction.
In Tab. \ref{tab1} we present our predictions for the total cross sections.
One observes a reduction of two orders of magnitude
when going from the inclusive to single diffractive, and from single to double diffractive.
This behaviour is also observed in the differential distributions presented in Figs. \ref{figsdddsigle} and \ref{figsddddouble}. For prompt photon production, the cross sections are sizable and could be measured at the LHC. For double photon production, one has much cleaner processes than for prompt photon production because of the absence of a produced jet. On the other hand, the cross sections are much smaller (by three orders of magnitude), since only the subdominant subprocesses contribute. Anyway, these four extra channels considered in this work might be usefull to study the Pomeron structure and interactions.

\begin{table}[h]
\begin{center}
 \vspace{0.5cm}
\begin{tabular}{|c|c|c|c|}
\hline
\hline
Final state & Inclusive & Single diffractive & Double diffractive  \\
\hline
\hline
 $\gamma $ jet & $1.02\times 10^8$ pb & 1.37$\times 10^6$ pb &  2.95$\times 10^4$ pb \\
\hline
 $\gamma \gamma$ & $2.98\times 10^5$ pb & 4617.0 pb  & 128.0  pb  \\
  \hline
\hline
\end{tabular}
\caption{Total cross sections for photon+jet and double photon production.}
\label{tab1}
\end{center}
\end{table}

\begin{figure}[t]
\begin{center}
\scalebox{0.36}{\includegraphics{promptgamma_eta.eps}}
\scalebox{0.36}{\includegraphics{promptgamma_pt.eps}}
\caption{Pseudorapidity (left panel) and transverse momentum (right panel) distributions for the prompt photon production at $\sqrt{s}= 14$ TeV.}
\label{figsdddsigle}
\end{center}
\end{figure}

As a summary, in this contribution we have presented for the first time predictions for diffractive production of photons in $pp$ collisions at the LHC. Our results indicate that the experimental analysis is feasible and it would help in constraining the underlying model for the Pomeron and the diffractive parton distributions.

\begin{figure}[t]
\begin{center}
\scalebox{0.31}{\includegraphics{doublegamma_etav2.eps}}
\scalebox{0.31}{\includegraphics{doublegamma_ptv2.eps}}
\caption{Pseudorapidity (left panel) and transverse momentum (right panel) distributions for the double photon production at $\sqrt{s}= 14$ TeV.}\label{figsddddouble}
\end{center}
\end{figure}

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Monarch Casino to Acquire Riviera Black Hawk
RENO, NV; LAS VEGAS, NV
September 29, 2011 - Monarch Casino & Resort, Inc. (NASDAQ:
MCRI) ("Monarch"), owner of the Atlantis Casino Resort Spa (the "Atlantis") in Reno, Nevada, and Riviera Operating Corporation ("ROC") today announced that Monarch has entered into a definitive stock purchase agreement (the "Agreement") with ROC and ROC's parent company, Riviera Holdings Corporation ("RHC") (collectively "Riviera") to acquire Riviera Black Hawk, Inc. ("Riviera Black Hawk") from ROC and RHC for $76 million which includes $2.1 million of working capital. The transaction will be funded with proceeds from a new revolving credit facility with terms materially consistent with Monarch's existing credit facility.
Subject to the terms of the Agreement and satisfaction of various closing conditions, including the receipt of regulatory approvals, the transaction is expected to close before the end of the second quarter of 2012.
Riviera Black Hawk, which opened in 2000, is located in Black Hawk, Colorado, approximately 40 miles west of Denver. The property is the first casino encountered by visitors arriving from Denver on Highway 119 and features approximately 750 slot machines, 8 table games, a 250 seat buffet-style restaurant and a parking structure with approximately 500 spaces. For the twelve months ended August 31, 2011, Riviera Black Hawk had net revenue of $39.6 million and Adjusted EBITDA(1) of $10.3 million. Monarch expects the acquisition, when consummated, will be accretive to earnings, net of transaction costs.
"Today's announcement is an important milestone for us. Despite the significant challenges posed by the economy over the last several years, we have successfully positioned Monarch to take advantage of what we believe to be an attractive growth opportunity," said John Farahi, Co-Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Monarch. "Our decision to acquire this particular property was influenced by a combination of factors, including our desire for growth through geographic diversification, the Riviera Black Hawk's close proximity to the Denver market, its relatively favorable regulatory environment and our ability to maximize revenue potential by applying our operational expertise at a facility whose parent company recently emerged from bankruptcy. We look forward to welcoming the Riviera Black Hawk team of approximately 250 employees to the Monarch family."
"This transaction is a true win-win for everyone involved. Divesting the Black Hawk property allows us to focus on turning around the historic Riviera Las Vegas," said Andy Choy, Chief Executive Officer of Riviera Holdings Corporation. "Additionally, the employees of the Riviera Black Hawk will have access to the resources they need to take that property to the next level." Macquarie Capital acted as exclusive financial advisor to Monarch. Wells Fargo Bank will lead the syndication process of the new revolving credit facility. Houlihan Lokey acted as exclusive financial advisor to Riviera.
(1) "Adjusted EBITDA" consists of net income plus provision for income taxes, interest expense, depreciation and amortization and approximately $1 million of annualized slot machine lease expense expected to be eliminated by Monarch. EBITDA should not be construed as an alternative to operating income (as determined in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles) as an indicator of the operating performance, as an alternative to cash flows from operating activities (as determined in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles) or as a measure of liquidity. This item enables comparison of financial performance with that of other companies that report EBITDA, although some companies do not calculate this measure in the same manner and therefore, the measure as presented may not be comparable to similarly titled measures presented by other companies. Monarch through its subsidiary, Golden Road Motor Inn, Inc., owns and operates the Atlantis Casino Resort Spa, a hotel/casino facility in Reno, Nevada which features approximately 61,000 square feet of casino space; 824 guest rooms; eight food outlets; two espresso and pastry bars; an approximate 30,000 square foot health spa and salon with an enclosed year-round pool; two retail outlets offering clothing and traditional gift shop merchandise; an 8,000 square-foot family entertainment center; and approximately 52,000 square feet of banquet, convention and meeting room space. The casino features approximately 1,450 slot and video poker machines; approximately 38 table games, including blackjack, craps, roulette, and others; a race and sports book; a 24-hour live keno lounge and a poker room. Monarch and its predecessors have operated a facility on the Atlantis site since 1972. Riviera owns and operates the historic Riviera Hotel & Casino ("Riviera Casino") located on the Las Vegas Strip in Las Vegas, Nevada. The Riviera Casino features approximately 100,000 square feet of casino space; 2,075 guest rooms; four bars; five restaurants; three snack bars; a 200 seat food court; five showrooms capable of accommodating over 2,300 guests; and over 150,000 square feet of convention, meeting and banquet space which can be configured for multiple meetings of small groups or large gatherings and exhibitions of up to 5,000 people. The casino features over 950 slot machines, 48 live gaming tables, 6 poker tables and the only bingo room on the Las Vegas Strip. The casino also includes a race and sports book, which is operated by Brandywine Bookmaking LLC d/b/a Lucky's Race and Sports Book.
This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 which are subject to change, including, but not limited to, comments relating to (i) receipt of regulatory approvals, (ii) completion of the new revolving credit facility; (iii) compliance with all conditions to closing set forth in the Agreement, (iv) plans, objectives and expectations regarding Monarch's intended acquisition, (iv) economic and market conditions, and (vi) integration of the acquired company's business. Actual results and future events and conditions may differ materially from those described in any forward-looking statements. Additional information concerning potential factors that could affect Monarch or Riviera is included in the respective Securities and Exchange Commission filings, which are available on the respective company's website at www.MonarchCasino.com and www.RivieraHotel.com.
Monarch:
Ron Rowan, CFO of Monarch at (775) 825-4700 or RRowan@MonarchCasino.com
John Farahi, CEO of Monarch at (775) 825-4700 or JohnFarahi@MonarchCasino.com
Riviera:
Andy Choy, CEO of Riviera Holdings Corporation at (702) 734-5110 or AChoy@TheRiviera.com
Larry King, CFO of Riviera Holdings Corporation at (702) 734-5110 or LKing@TheRiviera.com
For additional information visit Monarch's website at MonarchCasino.com or Riviera's website at RivieraHotel.com


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function EnableToolBarDeleteButton(gridId) {
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}

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Q: jQuery Autocomplete. Load URL from the list of options. Do with local dataset So, here is the need.
I visit a few directories every day and my desktop is full of shortcuts. I want to eliminate this. So I came up with the idea that I will use a simple web page that will have a list of directory names (these names will be from the local datasource) that will auto-complete as I type and when I click them, they should open the directory. It's more like clicking on it an opening a URL. You get the idea right?
I have used the code from jQuery UI.
<!DOCTYPE html>

<meta charset="utf-8">
<title>jQuery UI Autocomplete - Default functionality</title>
<link rel="stylesheet" href="css/redmond/jquery-ui-1.8.20.custom.css">

<link rel="stylesheet" href="../demos.css">

Tags:
<input id="tags" />

Thanks in advance.

A: if it's asp.net then i would have done like this
markup  :
<asp:TextBox runat="server" ID="txtFileS" ></asp:TextBox>

Jquery :
$(document).ready(function() {
            $('#txtFileS').autocomplete({
                source: function(request, response) {
                    $.ajax({
                    url: "Default.aspx/GetFileList",
                        data: "{ 'query': '" + request.term + "' }",
                        dataType: "json",
                        type: "POST",
                        contentType: "application/json; charset=utf-8",
                        dataFilter: function(data) { return data; },
                        success: function(data) {
                            response($.map(data.d, function(item) {
                                return {
                                    value: item
                                };
                            }));
                        }
                    });
                }

            });
        });

Server Side method :
   [WebMethod]
    public static string[] GetFileList(string query)
    {
        var s = Directory.GetFiles("C:\\").ToArray();
        return s;  // you need to filter the array according to the query.
    }

PS : you need to filter the query as you type. in Server side code.

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From glaciers and frozen mountains in the south, to baking deserts and steaming El Tatio geysers in the north, Chile stretches almost 4,300 kilometres in length – over half the length of South America itself! Recognisable by its unique shape, this long and narrow country is paradise for those who love the outdoors.
Whether you're a backpacker at heart or prefer the comfort of an organised tour, there are Chile holidays to suit all kinds of travellers. Imagine exploring the spectacular waterfalls, mountains, forests and hot springs only hours from the capital Santiago, or touring Valle de Maipo – the oldest wine-producing region in Chile. Whatever your passion, there are virtually endless amounts of Chile tours to choose from.
A good Chile Travel Guide can help you discover some of the highlights you should add to your must-see list. Most international flights to Chile arrive into the capital Santiago, but you can also arrive overland from Argentina or Bolivia.
Santiago lies in a valley surrounded by the snow-capped Andean mountains. This modern, cosmopolitan city boasts many galleries, museums, lively bars and delicious food. For impressive panoramic views over the city, catch the funicular to Cerro San Cristóbal, a hill rising about 300-metres above Santiago. Those wanting a taste of Chile food should head to Santiago's Mercado Central, famous for its fresh seafood, before trying the infamous Chilean drink 'terremoto' at nearby bar, La Piojera. Some of the city's best dining is on offer in the stylish neighbourhoods of Lastarria or Bellavista.
In summer, head to white sandy beaches at Viño del Mar or a little farther to the bohemian seaside town Valparaíso – with its seaside views, brightly coloured houses and steep hills. Or explore the nearby Andes and spectacular landscape on horseback with the local working horsemen, known as 'arrieros'.
Consider flying to the enigmatic Easter Island, otherwise known as 'Rapa Nui'. This small, remote Polynesian island is famous for its spellbinding statues called 'moai' and is one of the most isolated places on Earth. Its haunting beauty and eerie solitude offers a unique holiday experience.
Head south to beautiful Pucón to ski or snowboard on an active volcano or hike to the nearby secluded hot springs. Don't miss the awe-inspiring Chilean Patagonia, an almost magical region bursting with lakes, rivers, craggy mountains and glaciers. See the granite pillars of Torres del Paine to trek, camp and relax in this remote and wild part of Chile.
At the opposite end of the country, lakes, coast and green valleys make way for cactus and dry mountains, right through to the baking Atacama Desert, renowned as the driest in the world.
Book your flights to Chile today to experience one of South American's most fascinating destinations.


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Transgender woman Muhlaysia Booker found fatally shot, one month after viral group assault
One month after a group assault against transgender woman Muhlaysia Booker went viral, Dallas police on Sunday said she was found fatally shot.
Transgender woman Muhlaysia Booker found fatally shot, one month after viral group assault One month after a group assault against transgender woman Muhlaysia Booker went viral, Dallas police on Sunday said she was found fatally shot. Check out this story on lohud.com: https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/nation/2019/05/19/muhlaysia-booker-found-fatally-shot-one-month-viral-assault/3737137002/
Kristin Lam, USA TODAY Published 10:28 p.m. ET May 19, 2019
A transgender woman who survived a group assault a month ago, an attack that went viral on social media, was fatally shot this weekend, Texas police said.
Dallas police found Muhlaysia Booker, 23, lying face down in the street early Saturday morning, officials said at Sunday a press conference. They have no leads in the case.
Assistant Chief Avery Moore told The Dallas Morning News that investigators do not have enough information to say if whether the killing was motivated by hate or retaliation.
"We recognize that hate crimes, if you will, are a serious topic," he said. "We at the Dallas Police Department take them serious."
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Police declined to tell the newspaper whether Booker had reported receiving threats before the shooting.
Booker's death follows the slayings of at least 26 transgender Americans in 2018, the majority of whom were black transgender women, according to the Human Rights Campaign.
Last month, Dallas Police began investigating the group attack against Booker as a possible hate crime. She suffered a concussion and broken wrist from repeated punches and kicks, the Morning News reported. The group assault began after a minor traffic incident, according to police.
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One suspect was arrested two days after and indicted on aggravated assault, the newspaper reported, and later released from jail after posting bond.
Dallas Mayor Mike Rawlings confirmed he saw the video posted on social media and condemned the violence in a statement at the time.
"I am extremely angry about what appears to be mob violence against this woman," the statement read. "Those who did this do not represent how Dallasites feel about our thriving LGBTQ community. We will not stand for this kind of behavior."
More than a quarter of transgender people have faced a bias-driven assault, according to the National Center for Transgender Equality, with higher rates for transgender women and transgender people of color.
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Online Archiving is the email archiving service at Imperial College London and is provided by Office 365. Archives from the old Enterprise Vault archiving service have been migrated to Office 365. If you had used Enterprise Vault before, your archived emails from there can be found in your Office 365 archive mailbox.
You can access your archived emails by going to the Online Archive folder in the left hand navigation of the desktop version of Outlook. If you do not have Outlook, you can search your archive online via webmail. In webmail, the folder is called Personal archive and it is located on the left side as well under your primary mailbox.
Messages are moved to a folder in the archive mailbox that has the same name as the source folder in the primary mailbox. If a folder with the same name doesn't exist in the archive mailbox, it's created when the message is moved.
Online Archiving is enabled by default on all Office 365 email accounts, and all messages over two years old are archived.
If you would like to disable archiving completely, please contact the ICT Service Desk.
Personal 6 months move to archive: Moves emails to archive after 6 months.
NOTE: If the "Personal 6 months move to archive" policy is not visible, you can add it to the list under mail settings. Click on the cogwheel in the upper right corner then under Your app settings choose mail. Under options on the right side, click on Retention policies and click on the plus sign. Add the Personal 6 months to archive and click save. This should now appear under assign policy.
Personal 1 year move to archive: Moves emails to archive after 1 year.
Personal 5 year move to archive: Moves emails to archive after 5 year.
Personal never move to archive: No email will be archive from this folder.
Online Archiving cannot be accessed via mobile devices and from Outlook for Mac 2011.
If you do not have Outlook, you can contact the ICT Service Desk to arrange this, but please give as much notice as possible.


Keyhole Studios for the fourth year running are headline sponsors of Bliss Wedding Shows and The Liverpool Wedding Show, and they will be exhibiting at The Liverpool Wedding Show on 10th and 11th September 2016 at Exhibition Centre Liverpool, and at all our venue wedding shows throughout Autumn 2016. In an open and frank interview with Bliss Wedding Shows, we go behind the scenes with Keyhole Studios.
In an open and frank interview with Keyhole Studios, founding members Kris and Eugene tell us who they are, why they are so successful, and what their plans are for the future.
Keyhole Studios are one of Liverpool's leading photographer and videographers who have built a reputation over the last 10 years of offering quality of service to an extremely high standard. Keyhole Studios have also been the main sponsors of Bliss Wedding Shows and The Liverpool Wedding Show for the past 4 years and we are delighted they are once again the headline sponsors for the next 12 months.
Q. Can you give us a little background of when and why Keyhole started and who are the founding members?
A. Keyhole Productions is a corporate and broadcast production company that was founded by ourselves, Kris and Eugene McDonald. We started the company working with clients that such as Red Row, BMW, Land Rover, Inchcape and Arriva. We have also completed a two-part documentary with international release called The City That Rocked The World.
To run alongside this business we established Keyhole Studios which main focus was on wedding film and photography. The intention has always been to use our production background in our wedding photographs and videos. We approach a wedding with the exact same attitude, team and equipment as that of a corporate or broadcast production for Keyhole Productions. As such the standard and quality of service we offer is extremely high.
Based in Liverpool City Centre within the arts centre FACT, Keyhole has quickly grown and is currently shooting around 150 weddings per year and we regularly travel abroad for wedding shoots.
The business has continued to grow over the years and a third arm of the company was established last year, Keyhole Motors. Keyhole Motors offers wedding car transport and our fleet include two traditional wedding cars, a Aston Martin DB9, BMW 7 series and Jurassic Park Jeep from the 1994 movie.
We have a strong business ethic in everything we do as we strive to provide the best possible service at a reasonable cost and we were very proud to have this acknowledged as we picked up an award in 2010 at the prestigious business award, The Morgan Foundation.
Q. Keyhole Studios are known for wedding and videography, which is your biggest passion?
A. Both photography and film come hand-in-hand for us. Four members of our team have degrees in Media Professional Studies, plus we have a passion for cinematography which is at the heart of what we do as it very much combines the art of film with the framing and composition of photography.
All our team members are trained to the highest possible standard in technical elements on both film and photography. The cameras that are used to record film and the cameras we use for photography are identical. The only extra element for film-making is audio recording and the special tools we use such as Jibs, Sliders and Electronic Gimbals.
Q. The business is also split between commercial and wedding – what do you prefer?
A. We enjoy working on corporate films through the week and weddings at the weekend, as it keeps us fresh, keen to develop new ideas and push the boundaries of our work.
Working at a professional level in the broadcast and corporate arena is a massive advantage to us. The experience we have gained, plus the standard of our commercial work is filtered down into our wedding offerings.
The revenue created from working on international projects is quickly invested back into the business, allowing us to purchase state of the art 4K film cameras; plus supporting equipment such as drones and electronic gimbals. This investment directly enhances the end product of our offering, plus gives us a unique selling point.
The team who work on your wedding are a team that are trained to a professional standard, with industry experience. We are a full time, professional team, this is what we do.
Q. How many weddings do you cover a year?
A. 150 weddings this year, however with the introduction of Keyhole Motors and our accessories we should double this in 2017.
Q. What do you think is the main reason couples book you, what is unique about Keyhole?
A. We are one of the few full time professional companies in the area and this has a massive influence on our clients. A wedding is one of the most important days in a couples life, so choosing a company to shoot your wedding is difficult. With our scale and reputation we are able to offer satisfaction that we are here to stay and have a safe, creative and professional service offering.
Combined with the ability to offer wedding cars, Photo Booth, LED dance floor, post boxes, DJ, Venue Lighting, LED Love Letters, Ice Cream Cart and Candy Carts, we have probably the best offering in the city.
Q. In your opinion, is picking the photographer/videographer a joint decision for the bride or groom – or does the bride tend to have the final say?
A. Joint. Both the bride and groom need to be comfortable with their photographer and budget.
Q. What is the most unusual wedding you have attended?
A. We wouldn't describe any wedding as unusual, we think one of the best elements of our job is seeing couples interpretation of wedding receptions and ceremonies. Each wedding has a very similar format, however all the details and sometimes running orders are unique.
One of the most challenging and 'different' types of weddings is when we shoot abroad. The heat, harsh light, and climate combined with being in a country we have never been to before poses its own very unique challenges. However, from our point of view this is very exciting, as it allows us to push our limits and exceed our ambitions.
Q. Where is your favourite location you have travelled to for a wedding?
A. Sorrento, Italy is a lovely place to photograph weddings. We have been to this location multiple times now, and we have become accustomed to the area, we have a clear idea of the town and the key places to photograph. We have also been able to establish links with hotels and suppliers allowing us to provide discounts to our customers.
Q. What is the funniest moment that has taken place over the years?
A. One of the most comical moments for us took place while we were shooting a wedding a couple of years ago in the Crown Plaza (Speke) during the Best Man's speech. A centre-piece was placed to close to a candle which subsequently caught fire. In an overly dramatic fashion one of the guests unloaded the full contents of a nearby fire extinguisher to ensure the small fire posed no immediate danger to the bride and groom. A chain of events that the bride and groom found quite amusing, and lightened the atmosphere for the nervous best man…once the fire extinguisher smoke had settled.
Q. What is your favourite Liverpool venue and why?
A. There are so many fine venues in the city. It's been amazing to watch the growth of these venues over the past 10 years. Each venue has their very own special offerings. Whether it is city-scape views, amazing gardens, stunning architecture, history, good transport and offerings for guests. Therefore I don't think we could pick one venue. We also see venues differently than the bride and groom as we look at them for ease of photographing, the most photographic opportunity and best lighting. We can adapt to any location, so we would say this is a personal choice and go with the heart!
Q. Keyhole has now grown the business and moved in to wedding cars, what was the main reason for this?
A. We were restricted with the photography we could get on the day with the wedding cars and we are always looking at different ways to grow the business, so this seemed the ideal additional to the business and Keyhole Motors was established last year..
Q. What cars do you have and if you are taking photos, who drives the cars?
A. All the cars are driven by chauffeurs, experienced drivers with clear guidelines to ensure the bride, groom and photographers all receive the best possible service.
One of the most attractive features of the car is the fact the rear quarter section of the roof folds down, allowing you to arrive in style and the photographer to maximise both light and shot potential. The roof section is very simply to collapse and it can be decided on the day given the weather conditions if you have it up or down. The head room in the rear is also very high. This is important as the bride can semi stand whilst navigating in and out of the vehicle.
The rear seats can comfortably fit two passengers, although a child or additional petite passenger could also be carried. Plus there is a passenger seat in the front of the vehicle. Overall it comfortably seats 3 passengers, 4 maximum.
We have also selected white wall tyres to give the vehicle that extra 1930's look and feel. There is a rear luggage box which can accommodate small bags, plus we have a klaxon horn to alert any guests that may have missed our arrival.
Our Daimler DS420 is a true royal affair. Buckingham Palace run a number of Daimler DS420's in their vast fleet and it is believed to have been a firm favourite of the late Queen Mother. This car also played a part in the wedding of Prince William and Kate in 2011.
Royalty aside, the main reason for us having this vehicle in our fleet is that of practicality and appeal.
Whilst the Daimler looks very traditional, it is also extremely practical. With the option of carrying up to 7 passengers this car is very versatile. The Daimler gives you the option to transport all your bridal party, just the bride and groom or both in separate journeys. It also makes a perfect combination when booked with the Badsworth Landaulette, as they are in matching colours.
6 litre V12 engine….not a lot else needs to be said about this car, except of course James Bond drives one!
This car is a real head turner, combined with the roar of the engine, it really is a special vehicle. We decided to invest in this car with the groom in mind. It's the perfect partner to collect the nervous groom in the morning of the wedding and ensure he is at the ceremony on time!
The Aston Martin DB9 will look very stylish sat outside your ceremony and reception, offering your guests a chance to get a photograph with a top of the range high performance car. The car adds something different to your special day and will most certainly grab your guests' attention.
The BMW 7 series is the most luxurious BMW within their range. Offering a very comfortable ride and an elegant appearance.
This car can be used to transport the bride and groom, or the bridesmaids or both in separate journeys. It is also available for the transport of special guests at the wedding, grand parents, groomsmen etc.
There are 3 comfortable seats in the rear, plus a passenger seat in the front. The car has a large boot, useful for any luggage that needs carrying between venues on the day.
Overall this is a very comfortable and modern wedding car, or an additional vehicle for transporting VIPs between locations on the wedding day.
From the icon 1993 movie Jurassic Park, our Jeep Wrangler is the perfect grooms car, or bridal car with a difference.
We haven't official launched this vehicle yet, so we will have more info shortly. But for now, we can say we are very excited about this vehicle and can't wait to shoot the promo material for it!
Q. You also offer photo booths and 'love letters' – do you have plans to turn Keyhole in to a one-stop wedding house?
Q. Keyhole recently had your own wedding – what was it like being on the other side of the lens?
A. Very special. Getting married is a unique event in a person's life. Being the other side of the lens really gave the two of us a new appreciation for the images and film that we capture on a wedding day.
Q. Has this changed how you will cover future weddings?
A. Not at all, it's only given us more confidence in the service we supply and the approach we take. It has sealed the standards and ethics we have as a company and what better way to test the service you offer, than actually employing the team to shoot your own wedding.
Q. What are your plans for the next 5 years for Keyhole Studios?
A. We are looking to grow substantially in the coming years, our services offerings will grow, allowing us to offer the best possible deals to our clients.
Although we can't reveal everything we intend to offer in the immediate future, we will say that the main target it to acquire a venue where we can host events.
There is a very clear setting we have in mind which would offer a location perfect from the wedding photographers point of view. Keyhole Manor is far in the distance, but as a family we are working to get there.
Keyhole Studios and Keyhole Motors will be exhibiting at The Liverpool Wedding Show at the Exhibition Centre Liverpool, 10th and 11th September 2016. Click here to buy your tickets for the region's biggest wedding show.


Baingan Bharta recipe shared by Riddhima Nair from India Food Network.
How to Make Baingan Bharta – There are many people who love baingan ka bharta all over the world. It goes great with missi roti, bajra roti, chawal ki roti, tandoori roti, moghlai roti.
This week Roopa shows you an authentic coastal preparation of aubergine vangyache barit or baingan ka bharta as we all know it!
In a large bowl, mix in the flesh of the baingan, salt, onions, coconut, chilies and mix well.
Add in a little jaggery and tamrind paste. Mix it again.