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Charles Hendry
Former Conservative MP for Wealden
A selection of Charles Hendry's votes
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Generally voted for encouraging occupational pensions Show votes 2 votes for, 1 vote against, 2 absences, between 2004–2011
Generally voted against removing hereditary peers from the House of Lords Show votes 1 vote for, 2 votes against, 1 absence, between 2007–2012
Almost always voted for a reduction in spending on welfare benefits Show votes 26 votes for, 0 votes against, 5 absences, between 2012–2015
Almost always voted for increasing the rate of VAT Show votes 17 votes for, 0 votes against, 5 absences, between 2008–2013
Consistently voted for greater restrictions on campaigning by third parties, such as charities, during elections Show votes 11 votes for, 0 votes against, between 2013–2014
Consistently voted for an equal number of electors per parliamentary constituency Show votes 10 votes for, 0 votes against, between 2010–2013
We have lots more plain English analysis of Charles Hendry's voting record on issues like health, welfare, taxation and more. Visit Charles Hendry's full vote analysis page for more.
Elections for Positions in the House: Backbench Business — Valedictory Debate 26 Mar 2015
Thank you for that guidance, Mr Speaker, and I shall endeavour to show that consideration. This is for me where the journey ends—a journey that started when I was an 11-year-old and met Sir Geoffrey Johnson-Smith, the MP where I grew up, and said to my parents that that was what I should like to do one day. I was incredibly fortunate some decades later to be selected as the candidate to...
Infrastructure Bill [Lords]: New Clause 15 — Advice on likely impact of onshore petroleum on the carbon budget 26 Jan 2015
My hon. Friend is talking about the extent to which we are increasingly dependent on imports. By 2030, probably 75% of our gas will be from imports. Does that not make the case for our doing more now on gas storage, as set out in new clauses 10 and 11? It takes more than five years to build such facilities, and our vulnerability is increasing all the time.
Written Answers — HM Treasury: Insurance: EU Law 9 Jan 2015
To ask Mr Chancellor of the Exchequer, what the cost has been to the UK of the EU's Solvency II Initiative to date; and what recent estimate he has made of the cost of full implementation of that initiative.
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Entered the House of Commons on 9 April 1992 — General election
Left the House of Commons on 30 March 2015 — General election
Also represented High Peak
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Expenses from 2004 to 2009
Expenses from 2010 onwards
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Other offices held in the past
The Minister of State, Department of Energy and Climate Change (13 May 2010 to 6 Sep 2012)
Member, Energy and Climate Change Committee (19 Jan 2009 to 6 May 2010)
Shadow Minister (Energy and Climate Change) (6 Oct 2008 to 6 May 2010)
Shadow Minister (Business, Enterprise and Regulatory Reform) (8 Dec 2005 to 6 Oct 2008)
Shadow Minister (Higher Education and Intellectual Property) (10 May 2005 to 8 Dec 2005)
Member, Culture, Media and Sport Committee (8 Dec 2003 to 14 Jun 2004)
Deputy Chair, Conservative Party (1 Jul 2003 to 1 Jul 2005)
Shadow Minister (Children, Young People and Families) (1 Jun 2002 to 1 Jun 2005)
Opposition Whip (Commons) (1 Jun 2001 to 1 Jun 2002)
Vice-Chair, Conservative Party (1 Jul 1995 to 1 Jul 1997)
Member, Northern Ireland Affairs Committee (16 Nov 1994 to 21 Mar 1997)
Member, Procedure Committee (27 Apr 1992 to 24 Mar 1995)
Previous MPs in this constituency
Geoffrey Johnson Smith
Future MPs in this constituency
Nusrat Ghani
Public bill committees (Sittings attended)
Energy Bill Committee (2 out of 2)
Energy Bill Committee (12 out of 12)
Children, Schools and Families Bill Committee (4 out of 12)
Green Energy (Definition and Promotion) Bill Committee (1 out of 1)
Consumer Credit Bill Committee (4 out of 4)
Highways (Obstruction by Body Corporate) Bill Committee (1 out of 1)
Export Control Bill Committee (3 out of 6)
Employment Bill Committee (17 out of 17)
Enterprise Bill Committee (16 out of 19)
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Has spoken in 6 debates in the last year — well below average amongst MPs. See all Charles Hendry's speeches
Has received answers to 1 written question in the last year — below average amongst MPs.
Replied within 2 or 3 weeks to a high number of messages sent via WriteToThem.com during 2014, according to constituents.
Has voted in 70.46% of votes in this Parliament with this affiliation — average amongst MPs. (From Public Whip)
This MP's speeches, in Hansard, are readable by an average 17–18 year old, going by the Flesch-Kincaid Grade Level score.
80 people are tracking this MP
Has used three-word alliterative phrases (e.g. "she sells seashells") 587 times in debates — above average amongst MPs. (Why is this here?)
Register of Members' Interests
Last updated: 30 Mar 2015.
1. Directorships
Bombo Ltd; a business consultancy, of 21 Bedford Square, London WC1B 3HH. (Registered 23 September 2014)
2. Remunerated employment, office, profession etc
From 4 February 2013, Non-executive Chairman of Forewind Ltd, an offshore wind development company. Address: Davidson House, Forbury Square, Reading RG1 3EU. Annual salary of £48,000 for one day per month. (Registered 6 February 2013)
31 March 2014, received £4,000 for March 2014. Hours: 5 hrs. (Registered 28 April 2014)
30 April 2014, received £4,000 for April 2014. Hours: 11 hrs. (Registered 29 May 2014)
30 May 2014, received £4,000 for May 2014. Hours: 4 hrs. (Registered 16 June 2014)
30 June 2014, received £4,000 for June 2014. Hours: 8 hrs. (Registered 25 July 2014)
31 July 2014, received £4,000 for July 2014. Hours: 5 hrs. (Registered 29 August 2014)
28 August 2014, received £4,000 for August 2014. Hours: 4 hrs. (Registered 29 August 2014)
30 September 2014, received £4,000 for September 2014. Hours: 8 hrs. (Registered 21 October 2014)
31 October 2014, received £4,000 for October 2014. Hours: 5 hrs. (Registered 26 November 2014)
28 November 2014, received £4,000 for November 2014. Hours: 8 hrs. (Registered 13 January 2015)
31 December 2014, received £4,000 for December 2014. Hours: 4 hrs. (Registered 13 January 2015)
30 January 2015, received £4,000 for January 2015. Hours: 8 hrs. (Registered 24 February 2015)
27 February 2015, received £4,000 for February 2015. Hours: 4 hrs. (Registered 23 March 2015)
From 18 June 2013, Senior Adviser to Atlantic Superconnection Corporation (formerly Atlantic Supergrid Corporation Ltd), a company researching the scope for a transmission cable between Iceland and the UK/continental Europe.Address: Vestry House, Laurence Pountney Hill, London EC4R 0EH. Annual income of £18,000 for one and half days per month. (Registered 18 June 2013, updated 25 July 2014)
4 March 2014, received £1,500 for March 2014. Hours: 6 hrs. (Registered 31 March 2014)
1 April 2014, received £1,500 for April 2014. Hours: 5 hrs. (Registered 28 April 2014)
1 May 2014, received £1,500 for May 2014. Hours: 2 hrs. (Registered 29 May 2014)
2 June 2014, received £1,500 for June 2014. Hours: 14 hrs. (Registered 27 June 2014)
1 July 2014, received £1,500 for July 2014. Hours: 5 hrs. (Registered 25 July 2014)
From 1 February 2014, consultant to Vitol Group, an energy trading and service company. Address: Belgrave House, 76 Buckingham Palace Road, London SW1W 9TQ. Annual remuneration: £60,000, for one and a half days per month. (Registered 20 February 2014)
27 March 2014, received £5,000 for February 2014. Hours: 5 hrs. (Registered 8 April 2014)
9 May 2014, received £5,000 for April 2014. Hours: 7 hrs. (Registered 29 May 2014)
29 April 2014, received £5,000 for March 2014. Hours: 8 hrs. (Registered 2 June 2014, updated 16 June 2014)
26 June 2014, received £5,000 for May 2014. Hours: 6 hrs. (Registered 25 July 2014)
9 July 2014, received £5,000 for June 2014. Hours: 10 hrs. (Registered 29 August 2014)
28 August 2014, received £5,000 for July 2014. Hours: 5 hrs. (Registered 29 August 2014)
24 September 2014, received £5,000 for August 2014. Hours: 6 hrs. (Registered 21 October 2014)
14 March 2014, received £500 from the University of Cambridge, 10 Trumpington St, Cambridge CB2 1QA, for lecture at the Centre for Science and Policy. Hours: 3 hrs. (Registered 9 April 2014)
3. Clients
Of Bombo Ltd:
Atlantic Superconnection (listed under Category 2 above):
27 August 2014, received £3,000 for work undertaken in the months of August and September 2014. Hours: 10 hrs. (Registered 23 September 2014)
14 October 2014, received £1,500 for work undertaken in the month of October 2014. Hours: 12 hrs. (Registered 3 November 2014)
6 November 2014, received £1,500 for work undertaken in the month of November 2014. Hours: 8 hrs. (Registered 26 November 2014)
3 December 2014, received £1,500 for work undertaken in the month of December 2014. Hours: 10 hrs. (Registered 13 January 2015)
6 January 2015, received £1,500 for work undertaken in the month of January 2015. Hours: 6 hrs. (Registered 24 February 2015)
6 February 2015, received £1,500 for work undertaken in the month of February 2015. Hours: 12 hrs. (Registered 23 March 2015)
Vitol Group (listed under Category 2 above):
29 October 2014, received £5,000 for work undertaken in the month of September 2014. Hours: 12 hrs. (Registered 26 November 2014)
3 November 2014, received £5,000 for work undertaken in the month of October 2014. Hours: 8 hrs. (Registered 26 November 2014)
9 December 2014, received £5,000 for work undertaken in the month of November 2014. Hours: 8 hrs. (Registered 13 January 2015)
27 January 2015, received £5,000 for work undertaken in the month of December 2014. Hours: 6 hrs. (Registered 24 February 2015)
27 January 2015, received £5,000 for work undertaken in the month of January 2015. Hours: 7 hrs. (Registered 24 February 2015)
5. Gifts, benefits and hospitality (UK)
Name of donor: BP plc
Address of donor: 1 St James's Square, London SW1Y 4PD
Amount of donation or nature and value if donation in kind: Attendance at sporting events and closing ceremony at the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow; accommodation and hospitality for my wife and myself: £1,000
Date of receipt of donation: 2-3 August 2014
Date of acceptance of donation: 2-3 August 2014
Donor status: company, registration 102498
(Registered 29 August 2014)
8. Land and Property
Residential property and agricultural land in Scotland, jointly owned with my wife, from which rental income is received. Forestry in Scotland from which occasional income is received. (Registered 16 April 2012)
9. Shareholdings
(a) Bombo Ltd; business consultancy. (Registered 23 September 2014)
Unremunerated Visiting Professor at the University of Edinburgh Business School and Academy of Government (effective from 26 November 2012). (Registered 13 December 2012)
President of the charity, National Energy Action (effective from 17 January 2013). This is an unremunerated position. (Registered 7 February 2013)
Trustee of the charity, The British Institute of Energy Economics (effective from 1 April 2014). This is an unremunerated position. (Registered 1 April 2014)
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Residents Find Career Success with Guidance from McGaw
How the McGaw YMCA is an employment resource for residents
The McGaw YMCA Men's Residence offers residents security, comfort and convenience at our historic 1000 Grove Street location. Along with flexible rooming rates, residents get access to many resources and enjoy a McGaw Y membership and access to our fitness facilities for no additional cost.
"I believe we are the gap-fillers for the community. We are for those who really need a place to stay temporarily, and for those that aren't interested in a temporary period, we are an option for long-term housing as well," says Inez Thomas, Director of the Men's Residence.
Tesfu, a resident and employee in the Building Services Department
Other than providing housing, the Men's Residence department offers wrap-around services through our community partners. The McGaw Y helps residents get into the community and become financially literate, receive medical attention and healthcare services, or seek employment at local Evanston businesses. All residents usually come in with a job, as income is a required part of the resident application; however, the McGaw Y can help residents advance in their careers or find other opportunities.
"We are helping them get connected to necessary services, ensuring that they don't live at McGaw Y all this time without realizing all of the potential resources they could be utilizing in Evanston," Inez says.
The McGaw Y keeps an open ear to employment opportunities that would suit the current residents in the Men's Residence.
Residents building community together at a cook-out, often hearing about new job opportunities from fellow residents.
"Mostly, we connect our residents to opportunities through communication with the community. As McGaw members, the city of Evanston and organizations like Connections For the Homeless and Trilogy tell us about potential openings, we are recommending potential jobs to our residents," Inez says. "Current residents are the best tools for determining whether their job would suit other residents who are seeking employment. They'll let us know if the environment is healthy, if there are multiple opportunities, if it's a position appropriate for individuals who might be facing physical or mental health challenges, among other things. We have really depended upon our guys and their experiences to gather detailed information about specific job openings."
The McGaw Y's greatest success in helping residents secure employment has been through hiring internally, as McGaw Y employees.
"There's nothing different in terms of the application process, with the interview, reference check, and background check," Inez says. "Some employed residents have been committed McGaw staff for 8+ years and have a great understanding of the Y culture that they can share with incoming residents, who are assimilating to a new environment."
Tesfu on the job at McGaw YMCA
In her role as Director of Men's Residence, Inez hopes to combat some of the misconceptions about the Men's Residence program and set the record straight.
"Some people believe that if you live here, there is something wrong with you. But that couldn't be further from the truth," Inez says. "Everyone at some point needs housing for one reason or another, and we are a housing option that assists people with where they are at on their journey, if they desire assistance. Many residents stay because they don't want to move into an apartment alone and lose the McGaw Y community. You are bound to meet and connect to people here. It's the Y."
From witnessing residents excelling in their jobs to finding new ways to serve the community, Inez attests that the Men's Residence Program provides a multitude of opportunities to meet and serve people.
Residents at a cooking demonstration program, learning new recipes.
"Every day, someone comes down to share their story, share good news or share struggles. I really enjoy that dialogue with the residents and getting to know them," Inez says. "I love reminding the residents of how far they have come and how much they have grown. No one would ever know the past hardships they've faced because of where they are in life and who they are as people today."
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Transdisciplinary Initiatives Program (TIP)
Upcoming Deadline in FY24
The Stanford Maternal and Child Health Research Institute (MCHRI) Transdisciplinary Initiatives Program (TIP) aims to support, for up to 2 years of funding, new, innovative maternal and child health research programs that could best (or only) be performed by faculty from different disciplines, interdisciplinary curricular innovations, seminars and symposia. We encourage faculty from different schools to work together on these initiatives, and strongly promote collaborations between basic and physician scientists. The TIP program aims to assist faculty in developing initial collaboration into larger research programs and bring investigators not currently engaged into maternal and child health research.
All projects must be significantly related to the health of expectant mothers and children and clearly state how the research will advance maternal and child health. The initiative must utilize a multi-PI approach where at least two of the lead investigators are from different disciplines and schools at Stanford. The two lead investigators will both make significant contributions to the research. *
*Should one of the lead investigators have an appointment in the Department of Bioengineering or have a 50/50 split appointment, please confirm the primary appointment of the investigator and provide the appointment breakdown with % FTE. If the faculty member has an appointment in Bioengineering, the primary appointment must be in BioE if the second lead investigator's appointment is in the School of Medicine.
Applications closed. Upcoming deadline: January 2024
Additional TIP Opportunity: Pediatric Cancer
MCHRI is offering a TIP award to faculty whose research is in any discipline involving pediatric brain tumor and cancer. Eligibility and application requirements are the same.
Forms for Applicants
FY23 TIP RFA
FY23 TIP Letter of Intent
FY23 TIP Budget Form
FY23 TIP Full Proposal Face Page
FY23 TIP Full Proposal Policy
LOI Deadline January 3, 2023
Full Proposal (by invitation) Deadline March 21, 2023
Notification of Awards May 2023
Award Start Date June 1, 2023
Total award is up to $100,000 / year for up to two years. Support could be for personnel (undergraduate, graduate, or postdoctoral students, research assistants, or associates, or faculty) and research-related expenses.
Funds cannot be used for student tuition or fees, computer equipment, office supplies, ITCC communications, journal subscriptions, membership dues, poster presentations, abstract submissions, or any indirect research costs.
Eligible applicants must be Stanford faculty holding Clinician Educator (CE), University Tenure Line (UTL), Research (NTL-Research), or University Medical Line (UML) positions for the duration of the award.
Utilize a multi-PI approach where at least two of the principal investigators are from two different disciplines and hold primary appointments in two different schools of the university (Graduate School of Business, Earth, Energy & Environmental Sciences, Education, Engineering, Humanities & Sciences, Law and Medicine).
One submission allowed per applicant, per cycle.
Visiting scholars are not eligible to serve as PI or Co-PI on TIP. They may serve as collaborators or sub-investigators.
Another TIP award does NOT currently fund eligible applicants (neither the PI nor Co-PIs)
Funding Rates
YEAR LOI Applicants Invited Full Proposal Applicants Grants Awarded Funding Rate Total Awarded
FY 21 17 11 6 35% $1,200,000
FY 20 18 8 5 62.5% $1,000,000
FY 19 7 4 57% $800,000
FY 18 26 12 4 33% $800,000
FY 17 16 8 4 25% $400,000
FY 16 22 9 5 23% $1,000,000
FY 15 - - - - -
FY 12 8 4 4 50% $800,000
Visit the Transdisciplinary Initiatives Program (TIP) awards page.
No-Cost Extension
If the project is not completed within 12 months due to unforeseen circumstances, a no-cost extension (NCX) of up to 6 additional months may be requested (total study period not to exceed 18 months). Please complete a No-Cost Extension Request Form.
Visit Policy Updates for more information.
Visit Frequently Asked Questions for more information.
Please contact MCHRI Administration at mchri_admin@stanford.edu or 650-724-0279 with any questions.


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Exuma is a district of the Bahamas, consisting of over 365 cays.
The largest of the cays is Great Exuma, which is 37 mi (60 km) in length and joined to another island, Little Exuma by a small bridge. The capital and largest city in the district is George Town (population 1,437), founded 1793 and located on Great Exuma. The Tropic of Cancer runs across a beach close to the city. The entire island chain is 130 mi (209 km) long and 72 sq mi (187 km²) in area. Great Exuma island has an area of 61 sq mi (158 km²) while Little Exuma has an area of 11 sq mi (29 km²).
Between 2000 and 2010, the population of Exuma more than doubled, reflecting the construction of large and small resort properties and the related direct air traffic to Great Exuma from locations as distant as Toronto, Ontario, Canada. The population is 6,928.
History of Exuma
Exuma was settled in or around 1783 by American loyalists fleeing the Revolutionary War. The expatriates brought a cotton plantation economy to the islands. George Town was named in honour of George III, to whom the settlers maintained their loyalty. A few smaller cays still remain partially or wholly privately owned, albeit they are still referred to as part of the Exuma–Bahamas Cays; they are distinguished by a three-digit suffix number. The best known examples are adjoined cays Exuma 642 and 643, which are suffering from receding shorelines.
John Rolle, 1st Baron Rolle, a major Loyalist settler of the Exumas, is a major figure in the islands' heritage. Upon his death in 1842, he bestowed all of his significant Exuma land holdings to his slaves. As a result, towns on Great Exuma such as Rolleville and Rolletown were named after him.
The islands are a popular spot for yachting, sailing, diving, and coral reef and cave exploring.[5] Many of the unnamed beaches and coves of the islands, including extensive offshore reef areas, are included in the protected Exuma National Land and Sea Park of the Bahamas National Trust. Some of the islands on which there are permanent residents and resorts include Staniel Cay (home of the Staniel Cay Yacht Club, a fixture in the Exumas), Fowl Cay, Musha Cay and Iguana Cay.[6] Thunderball Grotto, located just a few hundred yards off Staniel Cay, is one location where the James Bond film Thunderball was filmed. Sandy Cay, just a short boat ride from Little Exuma was the location used for filming the Pirates of the Caribbean beach scenes and a Shell commercial. The novel Wind from the Carolinas was set in Great Exuma.
The Exumas are the historic home of the Lucayan Natives, who were wholly enslaved in the 16th century, leaving the islands uninhabited until the 18th century. In the intervening period, the Exumas provided many hideouts and stashes for pirates. Elizabeth Harbor was a favorite lair of Captain Kidd.
Exuma International Airport serves the city of George Town directly from Nassau, Miami, Atlanta and Toronto. Staniel Cay also has a small airstrip. Boat travel from Nassau to the Northern Exuma Cays is approximately one hour. From Nassau to Pig Beach is 89 miles (143 km) and takes 2 hours by speed boat.
The Exumas are known for fresh food and cultural significance to The Bahamas. Sea life regularly caught for commercial purpose include bonefish, conch, grouper, lobster, marlin, sailfish, snapper, tarpon, tuna and wahoo.
The George Town Fish Fry is a collection of businesses that open at night - serving a variety of menus and meals. It is popular among local residents.
Business of Exuma
The capital city, George Town, is home to many different shops and services that serve both the travelling public and residents of the islands. The islands have built a reputation as a luxury travel destination.
Known as the "Grey Ghost", bonefish can be found in the flat areas covered by as little as one foot of water. Their fair colouration is perfectly adapted as camouflage against the sandy ocean bottom, making the fish difficult to spot in spite of the clear Bahamian waters. Anglers may employ spin casting equipment, but more often opt for fly-fishing in their hunt.
Culture of Exuma
The annual Bahamian Music and Heritage Festival is highly anticipated in The Exumas by tourists and islanders alike. The festival focuses on the food, arts, and music of the local culture.
In 2017 it was the site of the Fyre Festival, a luxury music festival which became notorious online and in the media for its shambolic organization.
Because the population is so tiny, there is a small traditional media industry. The Bahamas is served by many newspapers, radio stations and web sites, whereas the local media in George Town consists of Exuma Breeze FM, and a collection of mostly smaller business websites which publicize the much-needed tourism industry.
The Chain is a free newspaper published monthly and is the 'one source for current and accurate information' on the chain of islands.
Religion of Exuma
St. John's Baptist Church was built in 1892; St. Theresa's Church was built in 1960; St. Andrews Anglican Parish is the oldest church in Georgetown.
The Baptist church of Farmer's Hill ordained Rev. Stephen Smith in 2015. Rev. Smith 'supersedes' Dr. Irvin Clarke Sr., who has been pastor for the past 45 years. The culvert at Farmer's Hill is being repaired, with sustainable development by an islands construction company.
Sandals Emerald Bay offers an 18-hole championship golf course designed by golf pro, Greg Norman. Emerald Bay is home to Great Exuma Classic on the Web.com Tour.[14] This course was once named by Travel & Leisure as "Best Golf Course in the Caribbean".
Sailing is a popular sport in Exuma and there are many competitions year-round. The Family Island Regatta in George Town is a recurring event at the beginning of every year. Others include the George Town Cruising Regatta, Black Point Regatta and more.
For fishing-enthusiasts, the Exumas offers many fishing tournaments.
Rowing is also being introduced and developed in Exuma with the aim of developing the island as an outlet for competitive and recreational rowing.
Running has been brought to the island with the Run for Pompey; an international event with an ultra-marathon, marathon, half marathon and 10 km road race.
Kiteboarding - Exuma is one of kiteboarding's best kept secrets spots. Known for it's crystal clear waters, consistent winds and flat-water, Exuma is a kitesurfers paradise, with optimum conditions for beginner and advanced kiteboarders ... best of all, there are no crowds. Exuma Kitesurfing offers IKO certified kiteboarding lessons and Kiteventure trips. The windy season in Exuma is November through Apri. There is also a brief trade winds season July through mid-August.
The main island has been a haven for celebrities for years. Until recently, the tourist population on the island was extremely minimal, allowing anonymity for anyone escaping the spotlight. Frequent visitors included Princess Margaret, Countess of Snowdon, who stayed at the Goat Cay home of Babbie Holt, Jackie Onassis, Jessica Tandy and Hume Cronyn, and Sigourney Weaver, who vacationed there with her family.
In light of the relatively low cost of purchasing islands and the relatively low Bahamian tax regime for non-locals, a number of rich people from America own islands in the Exumas. These include Aga Khan, Nicolas Cage, David Copperfield, Ali Daei, Johnny Depp, Faith Hill and Tim McGraw, Ali Karimi, Eddie Murphy, Eddie Irvine and Tyler Perry.
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by Will Jones | Jun 11, 2018 | Reviews | 0 comments
The Elder Scrolls: Blades, a new Elder Scrolls title for mobile, has been announced at Bethesda's E3 conference.
The game features console-level graphics comparable to a Playstation 3 or Xbox 360 graphics. The game is built from the ground up for mobile, VR mobile, PC, and VR PC and features interconnected cross-play across all said platforms. On mobile, the game can be played one-handed and in portrait or landscape mode.
In the game, you play as a 'Blade', an elite soldier of the empire, who returns home from war to find their town ruined. By raiding dungeons, collecting treasure, and participating in PvP.
The 'Abyss' mode is a roguelike mode where the player must trawl and endless procedurally generated dungeon.
'Arena' is a 1v1, player-versus-player game mode.
Finally 'Town' mode is the main portion of the game- using building mechanics built on Fallout 4's example, the player is free to rebuild their hometown to their own taste. Over time, new NPCs will come to the town to offer quests and story. The game features multiplayer in this mode, allowing other players to visit and participate in your town. As per the cross-platform mentioned earlier, one player experiencing the game in VR could be visited by a friend who is playing from their phone.
The game arrives as free-to-play this Autumn, and players who sign up at Playblades.com will be granted access to the game early.
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Garlic is an underappreciated culinary gift. Not only does it ward off vampires, this herb, which is part of the Allium genus related to plants like onions, leeks, and chives, can instantly add a burst of flavor and aroma to any dish with just a few chopped cloves. Roasted garlic is prized for its ability to give depth and a pungent kick of flavor.
Heating garlic in a hot oven or pan mellows out the stinging bitter, raw, and sulfurous notes. Once a golden amber color appears, the garlic will soften into a buttery, savory-sweet condiment that can be used to enhance any meal. Learn how to roast garlic like a pro using either the oven or stove top and let the heat work its magic.
If you're a fan of melt in your mouth, super creamy and lightly sweet garlic, use the roasting method. It's best for making recipes like garlic mashed potatoes, cream sauces, garlic bread, garlic butter, aioli, or spread on flatbread or pizza.
A paper-thin skin surrounds the bulbous cloves of garlic, and it can easily be removed by peeling the outer most layers. Doing so gives more exposure to the oven's heat, and prevents it from burning in the foil pouch. Make sure to keep the bulbs intact at the root end, so they stay together when trimmed.
Trim the tops of the cloves to release some characteristic garlic flavors and allow for oil to coat the surface. About 1/4-inch down from the tip of the bulb is recommended. Use a paring knife to trim the outer cloves individually. You don't want to cut too much of the garlic and lose all of the tasty product.
Seasoning the garlic cloves with a small amount of high smoke point oil accelerates the cooking process. When in the wrapped up foil packets, the cloves will roast and lightly fry in the oil for a super tender and spreadable ingredient. I also like to sprinkle a little bit of salt over the tops to enhance its savory taste.
It's easy to roast garlic as individual bulbs or as a larger batch, depending on the quantity needed. If making just one or two, I separate them into individual foil pouches, drizzle with olive oil, and place them in a muffin tin, so they stay put. For many cloves, place all the cut bulbs in a large piece of foil, wrap into a tight pouch and roast on a sheet pan.
The oven is set to 400 degrees, so it quickly begins to soften the bulbs and halts the alliinase enzymes production of sulfurous flavors.
Once the garlic is done roasting, it's time to get them out! The easiest way I found is using the tip of a paring knife to remove each clove. For cooled roasted garlic bulbs, you can use your fingers to squeeze them out of their skins.
For a quick way to get roasted notes with a balanced bite of spiciness, cook whole unpeeled cloves on the stovetop in their skin. The garlic doesn't entirely caramelize like in the oven because it's not cooking in oil, nor is it enclosed in a foil packet that allows for it to steam and softens. The stove top method still mellows out the sulfur aromas and becomes more tender. I like to use it in pesto sauce, hummus, and homemade gravy.
Separate the cloves and add them unpeeled in a saute pan. Cooking over medium heat and flipping them occasionally for about 15 to 20 minutes will lightly char the outside while softening the entire clove. You'll notice that the strong garlic aroma changes to a more mellow, sweet smell over time. If you want a stronger pungent flavor, reduce the cooking time by half, about 7 to 10 minutes.
I like to cool the roasted garlic cloves before attempting to peel. A little bit of time gives the flesh a chance to soften, which makes it easier to scrape away any charred parts on the surface. If you like a more smokey flavor, incorporate the cloves into the recipes as is.
Roasting mellows out the spicy bite of raw garlic: The high heat inactivates the alliinase enzyme once the internal temperature reaches 140 degrees or higher. As the cloves roast and brown in about an hour, the result is a creamy textured, lightly caramelized flavor.
Add depth to dishes: The buttery texture and light sweetness add another layer of flavor to recipes like sauces, soups, stews, pasta, and bread. Incorporate as little or as much as you like, for me, the more the merrier!
Nutrition: Roasted garlic is a low-calorie flavor enhancer. There have been numerous studies conducted on the health benefits of garlic as a superfood, such as prevention of heart disease, cancer, infections, and stroke when eaten on a regular basis (Source: Oregan State University). According to the USDA National Nutrient Database, in 1 garlic clove (3 grams) provides approximately 1.76 calories, 0.19 grams of protein, 0.01 grams of fat, 0.99 grams of carbohydrates and 0.1 grams of total dietary fiber.
Learn two simple methods for how to roast garlic in the oven and over the stovetop if you want to enhance the flavor of your dishes.
Cut about 1/4-inch off the top of the head of garlic. If any cloves on the sides do not get cut, carefully use the knife to slice the top off.
Drizzle olive oil over the cut cloves and sprinkle with salt if desired.
Tightly wrap the head of garlic in the foil.
If roasting just one head of garlic place in a muffin pan. If roasting multiple heads of garlic in one foil packet, place on a sheet pan.
Remove each clove with a small fork or paring knife to dig out the flesh, or use your fingers to squeeze out each piece.
Remove the garlic cloves from the root and leave the skin on.
Add garlic cloves to a medium saute pan, turn heat to medium.
Toast garlic cloves, shaking the pan occasionally until the surface is lightly charred and cloves are soft when squeezed, about 15 to 20 minutes.
Cool garlic cloves completely before peeling.
To remove the roasted garlic, use your fingers to peel it out of the skin. Alternatively, cut the tips off the clove and then use the spine of a small knife to scrape out the flesh.
Roasted garlic can be stored for up to 7 days in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Roasted garlic cloves can be stored in the freezer for about 1 month, and defrosted when ready to use.
Multiple heads of garlic can be roasted together in one foil package.
When oven roasting garlic, drizzle with 1 teaspoon of oil per head of garlic.
OVen roasted garlic is a favorite of mine and I don't do it often enough. Thanks for reminding me of that Jessica. I am putting that on my Wednesday shopping list.
It's such a healthy way to add a ton of flavor to food!
Nice!! I'll give this a try.
Question: how does roasted garlic pair with turkey gravy??
Yes, absolutely! I would just add a clove or two per cup. Just mash it up into a paste and whisk it into the gravy.
I love reading your blog – so helpful and educational!
Does roasting garlic diminish the health benefits of eating garlic?
Thank you Patty! From what I've read most of the studies have been on eating raw garlic for the highest potential health benefits.
I love to roast garlic on the grill (charcoal not gas). I put a couple heads of garlic away from the direct heat when charring veggies for salsa or chili. I don't bother to even cup the tops. But no matter how it's done, I love roasted garlic.
That is a genius idea Scott! I'm definitely going to have to do that next time I fire up the grill.


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Mr Ripley's Enchanted Books: Children's Middle Grade Book Picks (9-12yrs) April 2017 - UK Post One
Sarah Driver - Sea (The Huntress Trilogy) - Published by Egmont (6 April 2017) - ISBN-13: 978-1405284677
The first book in a stunning new fantasy adventure trilogy, perfect for readers aged 9+ and fans of Philip Pullman, Piers Torday, Abi Elphinstone, Katherine Rundell and Frances Hardinge.
In the sky, the fire spirits dance and ripple. Grandma says they showed our Tribe that I'd be a captain, before I was even born.
Ever since Ma died, Mouse has looked after her little brother, Sparrow, dreaming of her destiny as captain of the Huntress. But now Da's missing, Sparrow is in danger, and a deathly cold is creeping across Trianukka . . .
Sea-churning, beast-chattering, dream-dancing, whale-riding, terrodyl-flying, world-saving adventure.
Justin Fisher - The Gold Thief (Ned's Circus of Marvels, Book 2) - Published by HarperCollins Children's Books (6 April 2017) - ISBN-13: 978-0008124557
From the author of bestselling debut NED'S CIRCUS OF MARVELS… Roll up, roll up, and prepare to be AMAZED AGAIN by Ned and the marvellous, magical, monstrous flying circus!
Ned and his family are trying to be ordinary except for the small fact that they AREN'T. AT ALL. Because on the run up to Christmas everything is ruined when all the world's gold goes missing, along with its leading scientists. Which doesn't really have anything to do with Ned… until it does. When an oily thief and his pet monster turn up at Ned's door, Ned finds himself on the run again… and racing to find out what this new villain wants.
Meanwhile, in the shadows, a machine with a mind of its own vies for power, and mysterious men in grey suits are watching the Circus of Marvels' every move. Together with his best friend Lucy, his clockwork mouse and his shadow, Ned must use his growing magical powers to try to uncover a secret that could end them all…
Dave Rudden - The Forever Court (Knights of the Borrowed Dark Book 2) - Published by Puffin (6 April 2017) - ISBN-13: 978-0141356617
The second book in the brilliant Knights of the Borrowed Dark trilogy, perfect for fans of Skulduggery Pleasant.
Life is returning to normal for Denizen Hardwick. Well, the new normal, where he has to battle monsters in quiet Dublin bookshops and constantly struggle to contain the new powers he has been given by Mercy, the daughter of the Endless King. But Denizen may need those powers sooner than he thinks - not only are the Tenebrous stirring again but the Order of the Borrowed Dark face a new threat from much closer to home...
Scarlett Thomas - Dragon's Green: Worldquake Book One (Worldquake Sequence 1) - Published by Canongate Books (6 April 2017) - ISBN-13: 978-1782117025
Effie's world comes to life with a magical GLOW-IN-THE-DARK cover
'Some people think opening a book is a simple thing. It's not.
Most people don't realise that you can get truly lost in a book. You can.
Especially you.'
AFTER THE WORLDQUAKE, MAGIC IS SEEPING INTO OUR WORLD
Effie Truelove is a new pupil at the Tusitala School for the Gifted, Troubled and Strange, with its twisted grey spires and an English teacher so frightening she gives the class nightmares.
When her beloved grandfather is brutally attacked, Effie promises to look after his magical books. But then shady book-collector Leonard Levar gets his hands on them and Effie has to embark on the most dangerous adventure of her life . . .
Effie must travel to the mysterious Otherworld, unlock the hidden meaning of an old book called Dragon's Green, and brave the terrifying Diberi, a secret organisation with plans that could destroy the entire universe.
But Effie can't face the Diberi alone. Can her new school-friends Maximilian, Wolf, Lexy and Raven combine their gifts and discover their true powers in time?
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Joining the world with Dance Bridges Festival
September 8, 2017 /in International Festival, News/by Dance Bridges
Stepping into its second edition, the biennial Dance Bridges Festival under the aegis of Vanessa Maria Mirza, director, and Dam Van Huynh, associate director, brought together over 70 artistes from 17 countries as they deftly continued with their objective of building a cultural bridge between local and international communities. The festival titled New Panoramas: In You I See My Dance, held from August 22 to 29 across five locations comprising contemporary dance performances, dance installations, workshops and film-screenings, presented a unique opportunity to the people of Calcutta to discover international artistes who, for most of them, were performing in India for the first time.
Pierre Palluet, the artistic programmer of the festival, pens a piece for t2 (Read the article online here)
PLAY OF EMOTIONS
The inaugural evening kicked off at the ICCR sculpture court on August 22 with Il Castrata by Beatriz Madrid from Foramen M Ballet (Mexico). The striking performance of a young woman strapped to the floor, desperately trying to escape the trap she had fallen into, was choreographed to play on emotions of endurance, struggle and triumph. A couple of dancers burst into the space later, constantly pushing, pulling and lifting each other in some sort of unresolved dispute with a choreographic language as they performed A Draft by Dam Van Huynh (UK).
Amarcord by Lin Yu-Ju (Taiwan) took the audience on a gentle journey of a couple, filled with tenderness, memories and mutual rediscovery. This was followed by Bea Debrabant (France) performing a striking solo called Esperanza. The evening ended with Make the Switch from Me by Birute Letukaite from Aura Dance Theatre (Lithuania). As the lights went out, the audience still seemed enraptured by the evening they had just experienced.
VISUAL AND AURAL DELIGHTS
The second performance evening on August 24 at GD Birla Sabhagar started with the quirky and comic duet The Empty Room by Ido Tadmor (Israel), depicting the joys and struggles of a couple in their relationship. Then taking centre stage was Diya Naidu (Bangalore) with Red Dress Waali Ladki, boldly addressing the serious issues encountered by women in India.
Lidy performed by Marcos Rossi from Foramen M Ballet was an intimate piece that began with the dancers exploring each other in silence as if walking on a tight rope, constantly shifting balance. This silent work had a meditative aspect, creating an interesting contrast to the hyperactive sound-scape of the city. The audience then encountered the fiery duet performers Ieva Navickaite and Tommaso Petrolo performing Under This Weight by Dam Van Huynh and Marcos Rossi performing Gestoanimal.
Surjit Nongmeikapam (Manipur) closed the evening with his installation — The Dance Without a Name. Crawling along a ray of light, rolling out paper and spreading salt and sand all over the floor, the performer used various mediums to bring the audience into a different realm, inviting them to let go and enjoy the visual and aural experience.
BRIDGING GAPS
The third evening, also at GD Birla Sabhagar, on August 25 began with 12 dancers from the National Youth Dance Company (Scotland) performing Maelstrom by Anna Kenrick — a piece bursting with energy and humour. Disco by Teita Iwabuchi (Japan) had the vibes of a night out in town through the use of loud music and strobe lights.
Just after this came the 'Crossover Project' with a powerful piece — Under This Weight by Dam Van Huynh — made in Calcutta during the festival involving Indian and international artistes that showed 10 performers often dancing in unison and reaching a point of continuous free fall that felt as if the floor had given way and there was no other choice but to fall.
Tien Hsiao-Tzu (Taiwan) entered the space covered with cloth from head to toe, with the fitted cloth stretching as the dancer moved and performed a piece titled Stem. The evening ended with a performance by the strong female cast of Aura Dance Theatre, delivering a tight work perfectly timed as they performed Godos by Anne Ekenes and Pia Holden.
AN INTIMATE CLOSURE
The festival closed with a site-specific performance at the beautiful surroundings of Daga Nikunj. The evening started with a piece made in the city during the choreographic residency programme of the festival with artistes from India, Bangladesh and Canada working with the Van Huynh Company. The dancers took the audience on a journey from room to room and even invited them into the dance. This interactive experience allowed the audience to engage intimately with the artistes
The audience was then gathered into the same room where Alfredo Miralles (Spain) performed The Augmented Body, a highly poetic performance using real-time interaction with digital projections. The audience was also invited to come out into the garden, where artistes from the National Youth Dance Company welcomed them with Yael Flexer's Re-place. The dancers braved the mud in the garden as they danced their heart out.
"It's been brilliant to see everything come together so well. This time we've worked quite differently, having an international open call to artistes and working with a team based in London, Taipei and Calcutta," said Vanessa.
Apart from the performances, Dance Bridges Festival partnered with Nandan to screen short films like Atomos by Wayne McGregor and Mr. Gaga by Tomer Heymann, beside conducting workshops for local artistes.
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Indiegogo Crowdfunding Campaign: Support our 2017 edition!
June 26, 2017 /in International Festival, News, Performing Arts/by Dance Bridges
"A truly contemporary festival of dance… one of its stature in India! An extremely valuable effort – for opening exchanges of ideas, aesthetic experience, and creative journeys!"
– Dr. Urmimala Sarkar (Jawaharlal Nehru University)
" I have heard of Dance Bridges Festival and its impact on the dance community from my friends in Kolkata. I got to meet Vanessa, the director, last year and I was so impressed by her determination. The passion she shares and her enthusiasm to keep the festival going despite all the hurdles she faces is what sets her apart. It is a great initiative and it needs all the support"
-Meera Krishnan (Prakriti Foundation)
We have recently launched a crowdfunding campaign to raise additional funds to help cover technical costs, artist accommodation charges and production expenses. Watch our campaign video here .It would be wonderful to have your support in this endeavour.
We believe in the power of community and the collective creativity of artists working together. We believe that Dance Bridges Festival 2017 will impact many different lives in powerful ways by:
Bringing a new platform for international performance to the city of Kolkata
Making participation inclusive and accessible to new audiences and people of all socio-economic backgrounds by running events on a non-profit basis
Encouraging and empowering young dancers in their pursuit of a professional career
Nurturing local and international talent through the residency project, internship training, workshops and opportunities of collaboration
Imparting educative and fun experiences for everyone to encounter dance through various mediums and from different perspectives
Building long term relationships across cultures to enable ambitious artistic exchanges
Enabling the international community to experience the history, culture and creative atmosphere of a city like Kolkata and other places in India
We look forward to your support in making this exciting second edition of the Festival a grand success. We hope you can join us in Kolkata for the event, but even if you can't, do stay connected with Dance Bridges. Sign up for our newsletter and follow us on Facebook, Twitter & Instagram. Email your queries to info@dancebridges.in. Thank you!
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I have watched mysterious flowers appear randomly in yards every summer. They are usually orange, but this year I saw pink ones in a neighbor's yard. I would like to have some and wonder if they can be purchased somewhere. They resemble a lily.
Without a picture, I think you are talking about Lycoris- common names are surprise lilies and naked lady. While we do not have a common orange variety, the pink ones (Lycoris squamigera) are quite common and look just like a lily without foliage. The foliage emerges in late winter/early spring and lives for a couple of months, then dies back. The naked flower stem appears with the blooms weeks later. The red variety Lycoris radiata has foliage in the fall and winter which dies back in the spring. It remains dormant until the naked flower stem surprises you with red flowers in the fall. They are available at some MG plant sales in the spring or via catalogs.
I adopted a bucket full of miscellaneous bulbs from a friend of my mom's last year and these bulbs have grown to leaves but no blooms. I don't even know what they are. They came up with the hyacinths. The leaves are large, about a foot tall, with rounded tips. They are just filling this full sun bed but didn't bloom, and now they're drooping because I guess they're past the blooming stage. Any chance you can identify them so I can know why they didn't bloom (too much sun, bad soil, too deep…)?
The plants appear to be one of the lycoris or what is commonly called surprise lilies or naked ladies. I would say they are the naked lady type—Lycoris squamigera. The foliage on these appears in the early spring, grow for a couple of months, then disappear. In about 6-8 weeks, naked (leafless) stems appear with large pink trumpet shaped blooms. If the foliage has been with you all winter, then it is Lycoris radiata or the surprise lily or red spider lily. The foliage on these appears after bloom in the fall, persists all winter then dies in late spring. Then in the fall, naked stems appear with frilly red flowers. They are notorious for not blooming for a year or two after transplant. Be patient, let the foliage grow as it wants, and hopefully you will see some surprise flowers later.
Could you let me know the best time to transplant naked lady bulbs?
Naked ladies is the common name for Lycoris squamigera. They form the pink, trumpet shaped blossoms in mid to late summer. The other Lycoris commonly grown in Arkansas is L. radiata with the red spider like blooms, commonly called surprise lily or spider lily. It blooms in late summer to early fall. The naked lady foliage usually appears in the spring grows for a couple of months then dies back waiting for the naked stem with pink blooms in the summer. They can be transplanted either when the foliage is up or as the flowers fade in the summer. They may not bloom for a year or two after transplanting, but should rebound after that.
We live on a farm in Saline County and have many old surprise lilies and daffodils that we would love to transplant. When is the proper time? All of them are in the fields and somewhat hard to find after blooming. We are wondering if the lilies could be moved now? If so, when would we replant?
There are two types of surprise lilies or Lycoris that we commonly grow in Arkansas. The red more spider-like lilies are L. radiata and they have foliage all winter. The naked lady or pink surprise lilies L. squamigera put on foliage in the spring and then die down before blooming. Lycoris lilies can be moved either while the foliage is up or when the flowers begin to fade. I would not attempt moving them while it is so cold, but as the foliage begins to die in late winter to early spring, you could do it then. Replant immediately at the same depth they are currently growing. They may not bloom for a year or two after transplant, but should recover. As to the daffodils, let them bloom and then dig and divide. You can do so immediately after bloom and let the foliage die back where replanted, or allow six to eight weeks of green growth after bloom then dig and divide and either replant or store for a fall planting. They need at least six weeks of good growth after bloom to replenish a flower for next spring.


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It was three months ago that DJI first introduced the second generation of its OSMO camera and gimbal. The latest model includes a unique combination optical and digital zoom system. With a promise of delivering professional-grade video, DJI is hoping to turn GoPro-enthusiasts into OSMO believers. But at $649, buttery smooth 4K footage doesn't come cheap.
Hit the jump for our full video review with comparison footage between the OSMO+ and its competitors.
DJI ships the OSMO+ with everything you'll need to get started, including a microSD card and carrying case. The second of which has been a frustrating absence from some of its drones in the past. The camera, mobile device holder and wrist strap are accompanied by the battery charging system. OSMO+ uses an external microphone that is also a part of the base $649 bundle. Content creators that require higher quality audio can invest in a few different alternatives, if needed.
Thankfully, DJI includes a carrying pouch for OSMO+. If you've purchased a Phantom drone in recent years you know that DJI has made it a habit to forgo this opportunity in hopes of selling consumers aftermarket accessories. There isn't space for storing much other than the camera itself. It would've been nice to have room for the charger when traveling away from home.
Getting the OSMO+ up and running isn't a very difficult proposition. This is one of the shining features of DJI's latest camera. Simply open the spring-loaded mobile device holder and unlock the gimbal to get to started. A small switch just above the handgrip powers up the system.
Unlike its Phantom drones, DJI has opted to use Wi-Fi connectivity between your device and the OSMO+ as opposed to a Lightning or microUSB cable. I was unsure how it would perform given its lack of a hardwire connection but throughout my testing there was little issue. There tended to be a slight delay with the camera feed at startup, but that was the only noticeable complication.
The initial power-up requires a few system tests that check the gimbal for any inaccuracies or problems. It simply spins around a few times to make sure that nothing is amiss. Our review model required a firmware update that may take a few minutes to complete. Otherwise, it was a pretty painless unboxing.
If you've used the DJI GO app before with a Phantom drone, you'll notice the interface has largely gone unchanged. It's really no different from an advanced camera app on your iPhone or Android. You'll have access to basic features like video/picture quality, manual settings and more.
DJI does a nice job of balancing professional-grade features with simplicity. If you're just learning to use OSMO+, it won't be an overwhelming experience. Advanced users will be able to access settings like ISO to capture the perfect image, too. One of the more enjoyable OSMO features is the ability to tap-and-hold on a subject within the app. This causes the camera to automatically follow that person or object as it moves about. It really takes the guesswork out of keeping a moving subject in-frame. Bravo to DJI for this feature.
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Video Stabilization
The defining feature of OSMO+ is its video stabilization capabilities. Whether shooting in full 4K at 30fps or dropping down to 1080p, this camera shoots professional-grade footage that you just can't expect from competitors.
We haven't gotten our hands on the new HERO5 yet with image stabilization but OSMO+ goes above and beyond with its gimbal system. As you can see in the hands-on video above, this device has an amazing ability to smooth over natural human movements. The thumb-controlled joystick allows users to independently direct the camera but the shining feature is the ability to tap an object within the app and make OSMO track it automatically.
For example, recording a child that is riding a bike is as simple as identifying the subject and letting DJI's software handle the rest. All the user has to do is keep in range and the camera will automatically turn, zoom and stabilize the video. This really is a stellar feature.
Aside from the joystick control that I mentioned above, another key element to OSMO+ is the trigger system. The front of the handle has a single button that activates different gimbal movements when pressed. Holding it down puts OSMO into lock mode until the trigger is released. A double tap re-centers the camera (no matter the orientation) and three presses causes a 180-degree turn that faces the optics towards the user (selfie mode). This is particularly helpful when moving about and providing commentary.
I was very impressed with the ease-of-use and functionality that OSMO+ brings to the table. Just getting started could be an intimidating proposition for some consumers but DJI does a nice job of walking through each feature step-by-step.
Advanced Capabilities
OSMO+ also has a few extra features that are great for creators attempting to capture an extra special shot. One of my favorite modes to play around with was motion timelapse. Within the app, users can mark two different locations with OSMO's field of view and the camera will automatically capture moving footage over an extended period of time. Because of the 360-degree gimbal, it's easy to film long, sweeping views horizontally or vertically. This is a fun twist to the stationary timelapse we are used to on iPhone and the like.
Along those same lines, OSMO+ does a great job of taking panoramic photos. It will take up to nine still images as the gimbal moves across a landscape and automatically stitches it all together. Another fun feature is long exposure photos. Again, the gimbal system allows the camera to stay very still and capture movement without sacrificing clarity on stationary objects in the frame. Each of these features help OSMO+ standout from the competition.
The latest DJI handheld camera brings a number of fun and helpful features that are bound to be attractive to prosumers. Advanced image stabilization, 4K video and extras like motion timelapse are both helpful and fun when trying to take your footage to the next level. However, at $649, OSMO+ costs nearly as much as an iPhone, which may be a tough pill to swallow for some. Because it doesn't offer the same rugged, go anywhere design of GoPro, it's harder to say this camera is a priority. We can wholeheartedly recommend it for its quality and capabilities. If you make the jump to OSMO+, it certainly won't disappoint.
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From the DVD Extras from the Made of Stone Documentary.
A full uncut TV interview with The Stone Roses prior to their Reading 96 performance. This turned out to be the last time The Roses performed live.
Reaching number 11 in the charts in 1995, Ten Storey Love Song was the second single release from The Stone Roses' second album Second Coming.
The Stone Roses - Live: Made Of Stone + She Bangs The Drums @ Madison Square Garden • 06/30/2016.
The Stone Roses~Fools Gold [A Guy Called Gerald Remix] Classic Alternative/House Music Remix 1989. For entertainment/non-profit purposes only.
THE STONE ROSES " THIS IS THE ONE" LIVE MARLAY PARK 09/07/16.
From the single One Love.
Liam Gallagher on how The Stone Roses got him into music.
great song by the great stone roses =) !!
1. Elephant Stone (12" version) – 4:53 2. The Hardest Thing In The World – 2:39 3. Going Down – 2:46 4. Mersey Paradise – 2:44 5. Standing Here – 5:05 6.
Rare early track from the roses or waterfront as I have been informed.
The Stone Roses - Made of Stone - London Wembley Stadium 17th June 2017.
The Stone Roses - This Is The One @ Nuits de Fourvière, Lyon 2012-06-25.
Waterfall. The Stone Roses. Manchester Etihad Stadium. Saturday 18th June 2016.
The audience of the Stone Roses first major show in the UK since 1996 give their opinion on the band's Heaton Park reunion performance.


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Q: Summarize from unlimited level depth parent-child in mysql I have 2 table master coa and coa transaction in MySQL like this,

master :

 id | coa  | id_parent |
----+------+-----------+
  1 | 1    |  NULL     |
  2 | 11   |   1       |
  3 | 111  |   2       |
  4 | 12   |   1       |
  5 | 121  |   4       |
  6 | 122  |   4       |

transaction :

 id | debit | credit |
----+-------+--------+
  3 |     0 |      5 |
  3 |     0 |     20 |
  5 |    10 |      0 |
  5 |    15 |      0 |
  5 |     5 |      0 |
  6 |     0 |      5 |

The depth level child-parent is unlimited. What i want to get is view like this,

 id | coa  | debit | credit |
----+------+-------+--------+
  1 | 1    |    20 |     30 |
  2 | 11   |     0 |     25 |
  3 | 111  |     0 |     25 |
  4 | 12   |    20 |      5 |
  5 | 121  |    20 |      0 |
  6 | 122  |     0 |      5 |

How can i accomplish this using SELECT ? so far i only can get debit credit only the lowest depth using GROUP SUM and join. Any suggestion?

A: The following query:
SELECT  m1.id, m1.coa, IFNULL(sum(t.debit), 0) as debit,
        IFNULL(sum(t.credit), 0) as credit
FROM master m1
JOIN master m2
    ON m2.coa like CONCAT(m1.coa, '%')
LEFT JOIN transaction t
    ON m2.id = t.id
GROUP BY m1.id;

Returns the following for me:
+----+------+-------+--------+
| id | coa  | debit | credit |
+----+------+-------+--------+
|  1 | 1    |    30 |     30 |
|  2 | 11   |     0 |     25 |
|  3 | 111  |     0 |     25 |
|  4 | 12   |    30 |      5 |
|  5 | 121  |    30 |      0 |
|  6 | 122  |     0 |      5 |
+----+------+-------+--------+
6 rows in set (0.00 sec)

Please note that all transactions are or have 1 as parent, so I am not sure why you didn't add up your third transaction.
My query returns 1 row for each id, even if it has not transactions (with credit and debit 0). Change the LEFT JOIN to a JOIN and get rid of the IFNULLs if you only want ids with movements.
Also please be aware that this query will be very badly improved in performance with indexes, and that I would recommend rethinking an alternative structure if the query is frequent and any of the two tables is very tall.


Rida Boutros also known as Reeda Boutros is famous Lebanese singer. Rida Boutros name was linked to her sister Nina Boutros as they both were known as Nina and Rida Boutros. They used to have a unique style in singing together and in harmony.
Nina and Rida boutros were famous in the early 90s, later on Nina got married and the group was broken, but Rida Boutros name came up again in the 2000s when she relaunched herself with a solo album and a new look. The album became a hit and Reeda Butros soon was back in the music scene.


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Home Update Cold hard facts on Hezbollah and Hariri assassination
Cold hard facts on Hezbollah and Hariri assassination
July 8, 2011 | Or Avi Guy
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Hezbollah has been going into overdrive this week as it tries to stop implementation of the indictment of four of its members by the special UN tribunal investigating the assassination of former Lebanese PM Rafik Hariri in 2005.
Hezbollah chief Hasan Nasrallah promised that Hezbollah would never hand over its members, and accused the tribunal of being an Israeli conspiracy and a plot.
Due to its effective control of the Lebanese government, the stakes for Hezbollah are high.
This week, Australian senior policeman Nick Kaldas, who played a pivotal role in the UN investigation in his capacity as chief investigator on the UN Special Tribunal for Lebanon, entered the fray and poured scorn on Nasrallah's claims.
An insider's view into the tribunal offers a completely different story that Nasrallah finds very threatening.
In a fascinating interview with ABC's 'Lateline' on July 7, Kaldas stressed the need to uncover the truth about Hariri's assassination, as a crucial part in the promotion of justice:
" I think there is still a hunger for justice, a hunger for the truth, a hunger for the reality of what happened to come out. "
Hezbollah's control over the political landscape in Lebanon makes it virtually impossible for the UN tribunal to apprehend the suspects in order to try them. However, according to Kaldas, there is a possibility that the tribunal will conduct a trial in absentia.
"… and in some sense, even though you may not have your hands on the suspects or the offenders, at least you have closure, and that's a very important thing for the victims, their families and for those in Lebanon who want to see justice done… I think getting the truth out in many ways is justice."
In an article in today's Australian newspaper Kaldas also dismissed Nasrallah's claims regarding Israeli involvement in the tribunal's investigations as "ludicrous".
"…He [Kaldas] said the case against the four- whom Hezbollah has vowed never to surrender- relied on a wealth of forensic evidence, witness statements and communication analysis. 'The investigation itself was carried out, in my view, in a very thorough, methodical, modern investigative way and no stone was left unturned,' Kaldas said."
Kaldas believes that support and cooperation with the tribunal is imperative. In his 'Lateline' interview he encouraged the international community to support the tribunal:
"… there is a very strong moral, almost sacred, duty for the international community to do the right thing by supporting the tribunal at this stage of the game and supporting the findings of the tribunal to allow for a proper, just trial to go ahead and get the truth out."
In the Australian article he placed responsibility on Hezbollah and urged it to cooperate with the tribunal: "There is a moral obligation on Hezbollah to produce the individuals to face a proper trial and they have a chance to put their defence, if they have any, to the court."
The new Lebanese Prime Minister, Najib Mikati, pledged Lebanese cooperation with the tribunal and the UN Security Council resolution establishing it, despite Hezbollah's presence in the government, but in Lebanon's political reality, it seems like the battle to end the cult of impunity is still a long way from being won.
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British trophy hunters brought home two tonnes of elephant tusks from Africa over the past decade, new figures show.
Nearly 400 'trophies' from the world's most endangered animals have been brought into Britain by hunters in recent years.
A motion calling for an urgent ban on trophy imports has now won the support of MPs from the Conservatives, Labour, Lib Dem, SNP, Plaid Cymru, Green Party, and Democratic Unionist Party.
The Campaign to Ban Trophy Hunting said UN figures showed that the most popular trophies for UK hunters included elephants, lions, leopards and rhinoceroses – all of which are included in Appendix I of CITES, the Convention on the International Trade in Endangered Species. Appendix I animals are considered to be at greatest risk of extinction.
Other Appendix I animals killed by British trophy hunters include cheetahs, Nile crocodiles, zebras and caracals.
Jeremy Corbyn, the Labour leader, criticised the loophole in CITES which currently allows trophy hunters to kill the world's most endangered animals.
"I'm totally opposed to trophy hunting and to the importing of animals that have been killed for trophy hunting. CITES needs to include trophy hunting because we have to protect animals that are facing extinction," he said.
Bill Oddie, the Conservationist and broadcaster, said trophy hunting was putting increasing pressure on vulnerable wildlife.
"When you've got a scattered, dwindling population, the loss of a handful of animals doesn't just cause a ripple effect – it can be like a tsunami wave.
"Trophy hunting has always been senseless cruelty. Letting people kill them because they think it's entertaining is just insane, especially when you're talking about wildlife with such a vulnerable status".
Zac Goldsmith is one of a number of leading Conservatives calling for a ban, and has now tabled a motion in Parliament which has won cross-party support.
Sir Ed Davey MP, the former Lib Dem minister, called for new laws to be introduced.
He said claims by trophy hunters that the 'sport' helped fund wildlife conservation and poverty eradication programmes were deliberately misleading.
"Trophy hunting should be banned across the world, and that ban should be enforced very strongly," he argued.
Caroline Lucas, the Green Party MP, said the government had failed to follow through on a 2015 promise to ban lion trophy imports.
"Our government is supposed to be doing something about this. They pledged to make a start by banning the imports of lion trophies.
Eduardo Gonçalves, from the Campaign to Ban Trophy Hunting, said the public would be shocked to learn both that British trophy hunters were deliberately killing endangered animals and bringing in elephant tusks, and that the law allowed them to do it.
"Over the last decade, UK hunters have brought home over 2500 trophies, of which nearly 400 were from some of the most endangered species on the planet.
"UK hunters have killed literally hundreds of elephants, hippos, leopards, zebras and lions – and then brought home their trophies and body parts for show.
Gonçalves accused the trophy hunting industry of deliberately encouraging the large-scale killing of rare wildlife.
"The Safari Club International 'Global Hunting Award' challenges hunters to kill a minimum of 12 species in Africa. Their 'Cats of the World' prize is handed to those who kill a lion, leopard, cheetah, jaguar, cougar and several other big cats.
"Its other awards include the infamous 'Africa 29' which is given to hunters who kill no fewer than 29 different wildlife species. This is grotesque, uncontrolled slaughter on a massive scale, and it's pushing threatened species to the brink of extinction".
He added that the loopholes in wildlife protection laws were being exploited by poachers posing as trophy hunters.
"Many people think the hunting of endangered wildlife is banned. In fact trophy hunters are exempted from CITES. It's an extraordinary loophole that poachers are taking advantage of. Around 300 rhino horns are known to have been exported by phony trophy hunters between 2009-2014 alone.
Brendan Montague is editor of The Ecologist. This article is based on a press release from the Campaign to Ban Trophy Hunting.


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