Rosa Vilma Santos tugged the hearstring of the Filipino moviegoers via Trudis Litt in 1963, her first movie at age nine that gave her the Famas Best Child Actress award. At that tender age, Vilma was also tapped to star with Gloria Romero and Rita Gomez in the movie Anak, Ang Iyong Ina, thus making her busy with two pictures. It might interest non-Vilmanians to know that little Vilma’s auditions for Trudis Liit was accidental. When she went to the Sampaguita compound with her mother, she was prodded to join the queue of hundred kids for an audition. When her turn came, she acted with premier villainess, Bella Flores. The Sampaguita patriarch, Dr. Jose Perez, was so impressed with Vilma’s performance that the plum role had to fall on Vilma’s lap. That was the start of Vilma’s reign up to the early ‘70s with box-office outings via Lipad, Darna, Dyesebel at and Mahiwagang Kabibe, Kampanerang Kuba, Wonder Vi, Anak ng Aswang, Batya’t Palu-Palo, and many more. These pictures were preceded with the tweezum-craze of the period – Teenage Señorita, Young Lovers, The Sensations, The Young Idols, Sixteen, Love at First Sight, My Pledge of Love and other Vi-Bot (Edgar Mortiz) starrers.
Phenomenon – But the early ‘70s saw the emergence of a phenomenon that defied all traditions and stereotypes – Nora Villamayor, the little brown girl from Bicol. Nora Aunor to all of us, practically swept us off our feet and she rose to dizzying heights never before seen in the Philippine cinema. Gifted with a golden voice, Nora is an illustrious alumna of Tawag ng Tanghalan. That was her passport to fame and fortune. Her meteoric ascent to superstardom marked Vilma’s descent to background attraction. Chanteuse Carmen Soriano recommended Nora to Alpha Records. The little brown girl from Bicol broke existing records in the local music industry, which marked the Golden Age of Local Recording. She spawned hits after hits and the airlanes played to the mass in a Nora mania. The next most logical step was to cross borders – to the movies – and this was where the fiercest of competitions began.
The Rivalry – Pitted against Vilma in a musical vs. musical, drama vs. drama, Nora, no doubt, had Vilma struggling for breath. Vi-Bot came a distant to Guy-Pip (Tirso Cruz III). The non-singer could not hold a candle to the gifted, awarded singer. In terms of early movie outputs, Banaue, And God Smiled At Me, showed Nora’s intensity as an actress – profound and eloquent. The eyes showed it all – which Vilma hadn’t really experimented at the beginning, except being hysterical which was taken for good acting. “Trudis Liit” in the battle for movie supremacy had to maneuver herself into a paradigm shift, she dared to tackle roles where Nora feared to tread. That was the spark of Vilma’s own genius. Vilma Santos in a complete turnaround showed ample flesh and gyrated like there was no tomorrow in the controversy-laden Burlesk Queen. She played a rape victim in Lino Brocka’s Rubia Servios – which many observers thought could have won her the Best Actress plum. Nora in Atsay bested her. To Vilmanians and to Vilma herself, that was a bitter pill to swallow. Undaunted, the actress continued improving and reinventing her screen persona. She also did Celso Ad Castillo’s multi-awarded Pagputi ng Uwak, Pag-Itim ng Tagak, and then came Relasyon in 1982, megged by Ismael Bernal, which gave Vilma the Grand Slam from the Urian, FAP, FAMAS, and Catholic Mass Media. The mistress role, which Nora may play with discomfort fitted Vilma to a T. Equally compelling were the roles she essayed in Broken Marriage, Sister Stella L., Tagos Ng Dugo, Pahiram ng Isang Umaga, Imortal, Ipagpatawad Mo, The Dolzura Cortez Story, Bata, Bata, Paano Ka Ginawa (Vilma won as Best Actress in Brussels), Anak,
Dekada ’70, and Mano Po 3. With sch kind of hypnotizing filmography would Vilma accept the backseat – with Nora at the driver’s seat? This is a battleground of cinematic excellence like no other. Nora Aunor, Vilma’s tormentor, chumed out classics like Tatlong Taong Walang Diyos, Bona, Andrea, Paano ang Maging Isang Ina, Bilangin ang Bituin Sa Langit, Ang Totoong Buhay ni Pacita M., The Flor Contemplacion Story, (Nora won as Best Actress in the Cairo International Filmfest.), Bulaklak sa City Jail, Muling Umawit ang Puso, Bakit May Kahapon Pa (another Best Actress for Nora in Malaysia International Filmfest) and of course, Naglalayag, Nora’s starrer which gave her third international Best Actress in Brussels. Lest we forget, Nora Aunor did the Filipinos proud with Bona in Cannes and Himala in Berlin where the actress received Certificates of Honor. With these outstanding accomplishments, couldn’t she claim her place of honor as the “Greatest Filipino Actress” ever? The two icons paired of with the ultimate in Philippine movies – Vilma with FPJ (Fernando Poe Jr.), Nora with Erap (Joseph Estrada) – blockbusters all, but the Vi-FPJ proved the bigger draw.
The Match-up – In terms of film output, Vilma has the slight edge with almost 200 movies to her credit since she started her film career as a child actress. Nora is not far behind though with more than 170 films to her credit. Although they understandably seldom make movies now, there was a time in their careers when Nora and Vilma each did 20 movies or so in a year especially in the early ‘70s during the height of popularity of their loveteams with Pip and Bot, respectively. In terms of film awards, the two are almost even. They are both FAMAS Hall of Fame awardees having won Best Actress five times – Vilma for Dama de Noche (1972), Pakawalan Mo Ako (1981), Relasyon (1982), Tagos ng Dugo (1987), and Ibulong Mo Sa Diyos (1988); Nora Tatlong Taong Walang Diyos (1976), Ina Ka ng Anak Mo (1979), Bulaklak Sa City Jail (1984), Bilangin Ang Bituin Sa Langit (1989), and Andrea, Paano Ba Ang Maging Isa Ina (1990). Not counting the awards season this year. Vilma has more Urian Best Actress trophies than Nora, 8-6, and Star Awards for Movies Best Actress tropies, 5-4; Nora and Vilma have the same number of Film Academy of the Philippines (FAP) trophies, 4-4, and Manila Film Festival trophies, one apiece; Nora, meanwhile, has more Metro Manila Film Festival best Actress trophies, 7-4 and international recognition, 3-2.
Vilma’s Urian trophies were for Relasyon (1982), Broken Marriage (1983), Sister Stella L. (1984), Pahiram ng Isang Umaga (1989), Ipagpatawad Mo (1991), Dahil Mahal Kita; The Dolzura Cortez Story (1983), Bata, Bata, Paano Ka Ginawa? (1998), and Dekada ’70 (2002). Nora won Urian for Tatlong Taong Walang Diyos, Bona (1980) Bilangin ang Bituin sa Langit, Andrea, Paano Ba Ang Maging Isang Ina, The Flor Contemplacion Story (1995), and Bakit May Kahapon Pa (1996). In the FAP Awards, Vilma won for Relasyon, Dolzura Cortez Story, Bata, Bata, Paano Ka Ginawa?, and Dekada ’70. Nora, on the other hand, won for her performances in Bilangin and Bituin Sa Langit, Andrea, Paano Ba ang Maging Isang Ina, Ang Totoong Buhay ni Pacita M. (1991), and The Flor Contemplacion Story. In Star Awards, Vilma was acknowledged for her roles in Pahiram ng Isang Umaga, The Dolzura Cortez Story, Bata, Bata, Paano Ka Ginawa?, Anak (2000), Dekada ’70 and Mano Po 3 (2005). Nora won for Merika (1984), Andrea, Paano Ba ang Maging Isang Ina, Ang Totoong Buhay ni Pacita M., and Muling Umawit Ang Puso (1995). Vilma was adjudged MMFF Best Actress for Burlesk Queen (1977), Karma (1981(, Imortal (1989), and Mano Po 3: My Love (2204).
In Manila Film Festival, Vilma won for Dolzura Cortez Story while Nora won for Naglalayag (2004). Nora boasts three international best actress trophies: Cairo International Film Festival for The Flor Contemplacion Story, Malaysia International Film Festival for Bakit May Kahapon Pa and Brussels International Film Festival for Naglalayag. Likewise, Vilma also has a Best Actress trophy from Brussels International Film Festival for Bata, Bata, Paano Ka Ginawa and another award from CineManila International Film Festival for Dekada ’70. The breakdown of their awards is as of 2004 only and does not include the awards season this year where both Nora and Vilma are frontrunners. We also just mentioned the major award-giving bodies that have television coverage and exclude other award-giving bodies handed out by different critics’ groups.
Their Firsts – Aside from these, Nora and Vilma each registered their own “firsts.” Consider these: Vilma is the first and only actress, so far, to win the prestigious Gawad Urian Best Actress Award for three consecutive years – Relasyon, 1982; Broken Marriage, 1983; Sister Stella L., 1984; the first and only actress to score an unprecedented three-time grand slam win for Best Actress Award – Relasyon, 1982; The Dolzura Cortez Story, 1983; and Bata, Bata, Paano Ka Ginawa?, 1988; the only actress play Darna four times – Lipad, Darna, Lipad and the Giants, Darna vs. the Planetwoman, Darna at Ding, and the first female mayor of Lipa, premier city of Batangas. Nora, on the other hand, is the first Filipina actress to win a number of international Best Actress accolade; the first actress to topple down the box-office supremacy of the bold genre in the ‘70s; the first singer-actress whose discography broke all existing records in the local recording industry; and the first certified “Cinderella of the Philippine Movies.” Until…Nora allowed herself to be bogged won by some domestic problems, which could not be said of archival Vilma Santos, whose professionalism has never been questioned. A character, which in the words of critic Nestor Torre, made Vilma the “Producers’ Choice.”
Somehow, this also affected Nora’s box-office record while Vilma continue to attract moviegoers and, in fact, still managed to be crowned as Box-Office Queen in 2001 with the monstrous hit Anak. Where does the parallelism lie in their married life? With Senator Ralph Rector as Vi’s husband and Nora long estranged from Christopher de Leon, it looks like Vilma has got the upper hand. Not that being estranged is a misfortune, but Nora is perceived to have fallen for the wrong men.
Politics – How about their excursion into the political arena? Though admittedly Nora made a President, she miserably failed her own bid when she miserably failed her own bid when she ran as Governor in her hometown. Whereas Vilma’s political star practically rose brighter and brighter as a three-time Mayor of Lipa City. Vilma is as luminous as ever – the true ‘Star for All Seasons,’ Nora is busy concerting abroad – singing, a craft she excels in where she began and made her the only “Superstar.” Circa 2005 awards season. Nora vies for Naglalayag and Vilma for Mano Po 3. For the nth time, Nora completes with her patent restrained acting, Vilma with her hysterical trademark. Let the competition begin…again! – Source: S Magazine READ MORE
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The Feywild, also called the Plane of Faerie, is a land of soft lights and wonder, a country of little people with great desires, a place of music and death. It is a realm of eternal twilight, with slow lanterns bobbing in the gentle breeze and huge fireflies buzzing through groves and fields. The sky is alight with the faded colors of the setting, or perhaps rising, sun. But in fact, the sun never truly sets or rises; it remains stationary, dusky, and low in the sky. Away from the settled areas ruled by the Seelie Court, the land is a tangle of sharp-toothed brambles and syrupy fens – perfect territory for the Unseelie to hunt their prey. Fey creatures, such as those brought into the world by conjure woodland beings and similar spells, dwell in the Feywild.
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The Seelie Court is the ruling class of the Feywild. There are many Lords and Ladies, but there is only one King and Queen, Oberon and Titania, who would rarely appear before their subjects. Their ranks are made up mostly of Gnomes and Elves, although other magical creatures may appear among their ranks.
The nobility usually act as judges to the rest of the Feywild, dispensing judgement or arbitrating differences. They are most often mischievous towards either to each other or even to those from other planes. There is a legend that the moon is a result of a Fey prank intent on fooling humans into thinking that their sun had dimmed.
Their pranks rarely go too far, as they hold quite tightly to a rigid code of conduct:
- Death Before Dishonor: A member of the Seelie Court protects his or her honor to the death. Honor is the single source of glory for the Seelie, the only way to attain recognition. A true Seelie would rather die than live with personal dishonor, and would never bring dishonor to another of the Seelie.
- Love Conquers All: For the Seelie, love is the perfect expression of the soul. It transcends all other things. Though romantic love is considered to be the highest and purest form of love, platonic love is also encouraged.
- Beauty is Life: Beauty is one of the first tenets of the Seelie Court. To belong, a faery has to be beautiful, and all beauty is to be protected. The Seelie are known to go to war to protect beauty, whether it is a beautiful person, place, or thing.
- Never Forget a Debt: This tenet works in two ways. The Seelie are bound by their code of honor to repay any debt owed as soon as is possible. This includes both favors and insults. The Seelie will repay a favor in a timely fashion. At the same time, they will exact vengeance almost immediately.
The Unseelie Court
Not all Unseelie are evil, but most are. They will always act to their own benefit, even though it may not appear that way at first. Some of the Unseelie are fallen Seelie, who could not live up to the high standards given by the Seelie Court, while others are simply monstrous personalities intent on their own good.
Their code of conduct is:
- Change is Good: The Unseelie firmly believe that security is an illusion. They consider chaos to be the ruling force in the universe, and accept that they have to adapt and change to survive.
- Honor is a Lie: The Unseelie place no stock in the ideals of honor. Instead, they pursue their own self-interests vigorously. The Unseelie feel as if truth can only be reached through a devotion to self, not a devotion to others.
- Passion Before Duty: Passion is considered to be the truest state of being. The Unseelie act without thought on pure instinct and passion.
Not all creatures in the Feywild fall into either court. Most wild beasts are happy to frolic among the wild forests, and several monsters happily consume the wild beasts, as well as members of the Seelie and Unseelie Courts alike.


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You know you’ve arrived as a parent when you find yourself facing your offspring in a spinning teacup at Disneyland. THAT, my friends, is a milestone. And while the assorted amusement park food vied for first place in the race to return from my gullet, I couldn’t help but feel happiness from every fiber of my being.
Do I really get to have this memory forever and ever? I do! Well, as long as I don’t lose my skittles to dementia, I do.
Disneyland was so fun. We went with my in-laws to celebrate a couple of birthdays and an anniversary. We all knew that the day would be incredible, but nothing prepared me for such sweet moments that came out of the blue at the Happiest Place on Earth.
I know I will want to share a few stories more in depth later on, but for now I’d like to throw out my top-ten unforgettable moments. I gotta do it while it’s still fresh, ya know?
Top Ten Disneyland Moments
1.) Experiencing and watching others experience total bliss while in Disneyland traffic.
It was the darndest thing, you guys. I first noticed the phenomenon occurring in our own little car.
Unmeditated, that jolly chorus slipped our lips and some crazy buoyancy seemed to tickle us all into dance.
And it wasn’t just us.
Lo and behold– vehicles of all sorts and families of all shapes were positively giddy in traffic.
Wha??? Had I been my usual cynical self I would have questioned the air quality and maybe taken some pictures of these goofy passengers.
Instead, I saw this and yah, kinda got emotional in the parking lot. Oh, and this was probably the only real, thought-out photo I got for the day. Once we got in the park I was a total space cadet for taking pictures. I’m telling you, something in the air…
2.) Watching my kids get over-the-top-excited over the character pictures in the parking lot and ticket booth.
Coco: “Mom!!! Loooooook! Minnie Mouse is on that wall!”
Me: “You have no idea what’s about to happen to you.”
3) Listening to a group of 13-year-old girls swap memories of “when they were little” on the tram ride into the park. My eyes kept jumping from them to Coco and back again.
You’re still little, I said in a quiet voice. Then I hugged my little girl a little closer.
4.) Taking a lovely respite in Downtown Disney. Tortilla Joes has some of the best Mexican food I’ve ever eaten. Being able to eat real, delicious food while at a theme park adds an extra component of bliss to the day.
5.) Visiting the Build-A-Bear workshop and having Chaucer ask if Baby could get more stuffing. Now, this is one of those moments that is a whole story, but for now let me say this: cutest thing ever to watch my son talk to the Build-A-Bear worker. She was a sweetheart and totally hooked us up.
I learned that Baby fits in all the Build-A-Bear clothing and accessories. Oh boy. I have no problem with this, however, as I’m still reeling from our Toy Story.
6.) Letting my kids try cotton candy for the first time. They were disappointed, and I was delighted that it didn’t meet their expectations.
7.) Discovering that Splash Mountain does NOT have seat belts.
Um. Why? What are they thinking? I sat in the very back with Coco and held onto her with every ounce of strength I could muster. I am sorry to say it, but she got off the ride in tears because her “tummy” hurt.
No darling, I believe Mommy just crushed several of your ribs to keep you from joining Brer Rabbit in the Briar Patch.
8.) Watching the parade and seeing Coco’s face when Sleeping Beauty blew her a kiss. I’ve never seen my kid so deliriously happy. I’d pay a whole ticket price just for that.
Ok, maybe half a ticket price. And throw in the TeaCups.
9.) Feeling the love. We all got so many hugs and kisses from the kids.
They were thankful and appreciative of everything. I mean it. I felt so very blessed to have them in such sweet spirits. There wasn’t one meltdown. I repeat:
10. Not getting our group photo until the end of the day. The rest of us were so over it, but my vigilant mother-in-law buckled down and made us obey.
I am so glad she did. Even though we look like a rag-tag crew, we have OUR picture for that sweet day.
Also, we were all under the impression that Chaucer was asleep during this time.
What a little creeper–he wasn’t!
So there you have it. My top ten memories. I’d love to hear about your favorite Disneyland memories! Have you gotten to take your kids yet? What age do you think is best for a kid’s first time?


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The Fed’s balance sheet grew by over $162 billion in the month of October 2019, the largest monthly increase since October of 2008, the height of the Financial Crisis. In fact, the only two months in the history of the Federal Reserve that have seen a larger increase of its balance sheet were September and October of 2008. Figuratively speaking, the Fed’s printing presses are currently running at crisis-era speeds.
The growth in the Fed’s balance sheet is the result of its recently introduced standing repo facility, with a size of $110 billion, as well as a $60 billion-a-month QE program which the Fed insists is not QE, but which meets any conventional definition of QE.
Indeed, the most striking difference between the Fed’s current balance sheet expansion and its past QE programs is not which part of the yield curve the Fed is targeting, it is that expansions in the past were aimed at bailing the economy out of the worst recession in nearly a century. Today’s QE program is the result of a dollar shortage in overnight lending that is arguably the result of swelling treasury and corporate bond issuance out-competing for existing liquidity. We are not printing money because the economy needs it. We are printing money because the Federal government and Corporate America need it.
The Fed plans to continue its repo facility until at least January 2020 and its QE program into the second quarter of 2020. As we noted here, because any further rate cuts from the Fed will put more pressure on it to do yet more balance sheet expansion, and because the underlying driver of the liquidity crunch in overnight markets is swelling treasury debt issuance, I suspect that the Fed’s balance sheet expansion will become permanent.
A subtle but all important inversion has just occurred. Fiscal policy (aka runaway deficits), and the funding pressure it is creating, is now driving monetary policy, not vice versa. That seems like a very dangerous dynamic in an age of guaranteed fiscal profligacy.
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Blurb: She feared the dark visions and the magic within her. And she dreamed of the miraculous love that could save her.
Like an enchanted fairy tale prince he stepped from the sky to claim her—the Fey King, her destiny, her one and true love.
But behind the mesmerizing beauty of Rain’s violet eyes Ellysetta saw the passionate hunger of the beast . . . and a sorrow, deep and ancient, that she alone could heal. Only for him would she
embrace the frightening power that dwells within her. Only with him at her side could she confront the shadows that haunt her soul. For an epic battle looms on the horizon—and only united can they hope to turn back the armies of the darkness.
Review: This second book was just as excellent as the first in this series. It was definitely more intense. Normally, that level of on the edge of your seat kind of tension pulls me away from a story because I’ll need to get a break from it for a bit. This pushed those limits for me, but there were just enough breaks throughout to keep me dug deep into the story.
We get to see Ellysetta pull out the backbone that we were promised in book one as well as the promise for even more later. She isn’t going to shrivel up the second she is challenged or forced to face difficulty, she is going to face it kicking and screaming the whole way. We also get to learn a bit more about where exactly she gets her magic.
Rain shows that he isn’t perfect and makes mistakes, but is willing to own up to them. I want to say that I didn’t like the biggie one he made, but if you think about the weight of years and the beliefs that those years ingrained in him, you can kind of understand it.
While there is a tiny bit of the “miraculous save” kind of thing going on here, really, no one character carries the entire weight of those saves. Usually, it takes many people to pull them off and that is refreshing as far as I’m concerned. I love the teamwork.
Just loving this one all around.


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The grime that accumulates within the fuel system will eventually restrict the flow of fuel through the fuel induction system. If this happens, the engine will not receive the fuel it needs to operate efficiently and warning signs of a problem will likely show up in reduced driving experience, poor fuel efficiency, and if left unattended, might choke the engine of the fuel it needs to start.
A dirty fuel system won’t remain a secret for very long because the filth will eventually start choking the engine of the fuel it needs to operate smoothly and efficiently. If any of the symptoms of a dirty fuel system emerge in your driving experience, we recommend getting certified service from a reputable service department because the filth is far beyond what a fuel additive can accomplish. Rest assured that any of these symptoms will only worsen as the fuel system accumulates more filth. Here are the telltale symptoms of a dirty fuel system:
At Rolling Hills Nissan, our fuel system cleaning features a certified technician, specialized fuel induction cleaning instruments and a cleaning agent specifically designed to remove buildup. The objective of the service is to remove dirt, carbon, and all other unwanted filth from the fuel tank to the combustion chambers.
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Yes, yes, I was expecting the usual slagging I get for telling the truth
I see some of the posters on this thread don't even have 5 years here to speak of.....
Oh well, I suppose if your mind is made up you'll just have to dive in an give it a try.
Sorry Kavi but your not "telling the truth" you are, as usual, giving your one sided, constant, negative opinion of these isles, and to be quite honest your negativity regarding Shetland gets up people's noses, and yet you fail to understand why you get the ."usual slagging" as you put it.
I for one can't understand why you continue to live here, when you think so little of the place.
Why don't you list 5 things that make Shetland a special place to live, just to prove your not all doom and gloom


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The Rear View Storytelling Bus is an alternative sightseeing journey unique to Halifax, presented in partnership with Piece Hall & Square Chapel. The Rear View bus was conceived, designed and made by IOU in their Halifax workshop and is the only one of its kind in the world. The bus is generously maintained by First Bus, Halifax.
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The Tap Room can be requested as an outreach program and you can also find it in certain places every week.
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Dominica hosts its first regional cricket match this weekend in the new Windsor Park Stadium.
This Carib Beer League match pits Trinidad & Tobago against the Windward Islands for a 4-day match from Friday, March 7th through Monday, March 10th. This is the first regional first class cricket match held in Dominica’s new stadium since its opening in October, 2007. Several Dominica cricketers are among the Windward Island players, including Mervin Mathew, Shane Shillingford and Liam Sebastien.
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Or join in the fun at the stadium! Daily tickets are EC $10. The Party Stand is EC $120.
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Ship and superyacht builder Piriou specialises in constructing commercial fishing, research, supply and military vessels, but recently added luxury explorer yachts to its portfolio. Luxury yacht builder Piriou operates shipyards in France, Africa and Vietnam.
History of Piriou
Superyacht builder Piriou opened in 1965. Headquartered in Concarneau, France, the shipyard specialises in building and repairing traditional and commercial fishing vessels through the 1980s. In the following decade, the shipyard diversified its products to include larger trawlers and oil-rig supply vessels. During a period of expansion from 2001-2005, ship builder Piriou established shipyards in Mauritius, Nigeria and Vietnam, along with a research and development facility in Poland.
Notable Piriou Yachts
In 2012, superyacht builder Piriou announced that they had an order in place to construct a luxury explorer yacht. In 2015, the shipyard launched the 76.6M custom luxury explorer yacht Yersin from its facility in Concarneau. Superyacht Yersin is classified Cleanship for environmentally aware operations, ICE IC due to a reinforced hull, and Passenger Class, which allows the luxury yacht to accommodate up to 18 passengers and 18 crew.
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French ship and superyacht builder Piriou constructs large commercial, military and leisure vessels from steel and other metals. The Piriou Group also provides refit and repair services at their three shipyards.


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Tampa was near the top of the nation for fatal car accidents as recent as 2012 with 12.6 deaths in one year per 100,000 people. Brooks is committed to helping those people affected by such dangerous conditions and offers free case reviews in Tampa to those interested in learning more about their rights after an accident.
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Blueberry & Vanilla Scones
Blueberry & Vanilla Scones Makes 8 Serve the warm scones with a dollop of clotted/freshly whipped cream and the vanilla strawberries Ingredients: 225g self-raising flour Small pinch of fine salt ½ tsp baking powder 50g caster sugar, plus 1 tsp for sprinkling 75g unsalted butter, cubed at room temperature 75g fresh blueberries 2 tbsp soured cream 1 large egg 1 tsp vanilla essence Method: Heat the oven to 200C. Sift the flour and baking powder in to a large bowl, then stir in the salt and sugar. Add the butter and using your fingertips, rub in to the flour until it resembles bread crumbs. Stir in the blueberries. In a jug, whisk together the soured cream, egg and vanilla. Add to the dry ingredients and mix with a round bladed knife, then bring together the mixture with your hands to form a soft dough. It’s important not to over-mix or knead the dough to keep the scones light. Roll out the dough on a lightly floured surface to about 2 cm thick and cut out 8 rounds using a 6cm round cutter. Transfer to a lightly greased baking tray. Brush the tops with a little beaten egg and sprinkle with caster sugar. Bake in the oven for 10-12 minutes until risen and golden. Transfer to a cooling rack. Meanwhile, put the strawberries in a bowl. In a small pan, gently heat the sugar, vanilla essence together with 1-2 tbsp water, until the sugar has dissolved, then simmer for 2 minutes until syrupy. Pour over the strawberries, toss and leave to cool until ready to serve.


Companies seeking a catalyst for growth or working to manage the choppy waters that often result from a changing competitive landscape or economic swings have a relatively new and effective option to consider. Increasingly, these businesses are turning to firms like Chief Outsiders, that are able to plug in part-time “Executives-as-a-Service” who can make an immediate impact.
Yet even as this concept has gained favor with a host of B2B and B2C companies across the globe, and has resonated in today’s atmosphere of “right-sized” expenditures, many CEOs are skeptical that a part-time resource can be the RIGHT resource. Whether instigated by mixed results from a general-market advertising agency, or the ghosts of a revolving door of marketing “experts”, many organizations are simply reluctant to try something new.
To these folks – and others who are just now being enlightened about the “Executive-as-a-Service” phenomenon – we have assembled this list of four advantages a fractional CMO can bring to your company leading it towards a new era of market-based growth:
- They are a Truly Objective Observer.
Why do the best run companies often have the hardest time growing? Though this sounds contradictory, there’s a fairly logical reason for this phenomenon: The skills needed to do an amazing job to mind the ship, operationally, as it sails smoothly through the waters of success, are not the same ones needed when a course change is prescribed.
Said in more practical terms – the skills you need to run your company – along with the metrics and procedures that keep it functioning at its best – are inwardly focused. But when it comes time for that big growth initiative – the one that leads to the next market segment – you’ll need the kind of global perspective that comes tucked into the fractional Chief Marketer’s kit bag.
- They Will Define Your Marketing Universe.
Defining – and redefining – the marketing landscape can be a formidable challenge. To answer the question of, “What should marketing look like for a midsized company?” requires a lot more than brochures, trade shows or Twitter. Marketing, especially for a midsized company, is really more about go-to-market, cash-register-ringing strategies and consumer intelligence.
To plan appropriately in this atmosphere, you need a process that starts with an understanding of your customer’s competitors, from the perspective of your broader market. What are their needs? How do your products fit into their needs, verses how much can you push towards them? Taking these market insights, and aligning your products and services with the market, is an ideal task for a fractional CMO -- someone who has performed the same objective assessment for others.
- They May Be the Only Marketing Expenditure You’ll Need to Make.
Though this is a bit of an exaggeration, it is true that many companies – particularly those in the B2B and industrial space, or even technology companies -- do their best marketing without spending a dime. For those companies, they understand that it’s not the glossy, budget-chomping advertising campaign that really matters.
As noted above, it’s about being certain that the products and services that you offer are aligned with the needs of the market. Many companies will open their wallets to hire a well-regarded marketing agency or an advertising agency that is good at prescribing a one-size-fits-all approach. But to say, “Here’s your product and here’s your consumer – so this is what your message should be,” is really a form of marketing malpractice. Good marketing starts with that empirical understanding – and often includes bringing in a resource that can sit with the sales, product marketing team and C-suite and get a “birds-eye” view of the landscape before spending Dollar One.
- They Can See What You Can’t.
Perspective – as hinted at the previous point – can’t be underplayed. Having an experienced outsider come in and facilitate the discussion helps, frankly, to cut through the B.S. that results from people on your team who are so enamored with your product or service that they can’t possibly be objective.
A fractional Chief Marketer can take a step back and and gauge things like: What does the customer care about? How do they make decisions? Who do they consider the competitors and what do they consider the strengths? The decision-making matrix for a consumer – an amalgam of physical needs, functional needs and emotional needs – can be complex. For example:
- The physical need can be something as simple as, “I need to move around the city of Houston to do business.” Well, I could do that with a motorcycle. That is a pretty low expense thing.
- Now, layer in a functional need, “Sometimes I need to be in a suit or a sport coat, and it is kind of humid in Houston, so I need a car with air conditioning.”
- Finally, add in the emotional need. “I am a CEO and I have built this company and I have done great things and that explains why I drive a Mercedes. In my case, I am willing to pay a lot more to satisfy that emotional need, than I would the physical or the functional.”
Though it can be daunting to consider entrusting your marketing direction with an outsider, consider whether you feel you have the expertise within your current organization to achieve the type of immediate momentum shift called for in today’s marketplace. If the answer is no, it may be the perfect time to engage an “Executive as a Service” to inspire, motivate and steer your enterprise toward a new frontier of growth and success.


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Darebin City Brass is a community-based group of approximately 100 musicians who strive to produce quality music and serve the people of Darebin in Melbourne’s northern suburbs. The three bands of Darebin City Brass (Preston Band, Northern Brass and the Youth Group) cater for all ability levels, from beginner, to developing player, to the upper echelon of banding in Australia. Preston Band are a 4-time Victorian State A-Grade Champion Brass Brand (2013-16).
Serving the needs of this many musicians costs money. The City of Darebin has provided the band with great support over many years, and their continuing generous contributions ensures that we are able to meet the day-to-day expenses of the band.
By making a tax-deductible donation to Darebin City Brass, you are supporting the band to ensure the future success of the organisation, allowing us to buy new instruments, music and other identified items, which will benefit all three bands.
All donations over $2 are fully tax-deductible, with a receipt issued for your tax return records.
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What big buck corporation calls innovation can be the common man's undoing
caterpillars are bad news for agriculture, we knew that. Germany's Jrgen Tautz now gives us some good news; the hairy sensors of a caterpillar are not as evolved to tell a wasp from a bee. Bees, as pollinators are undoubtedly good news. But the fact that bees could be proxy wasps makes the news even better, they can be brilliant caterpillar repellants. That is exactly what Jrgen Tautz is trying out now. If successful, it will be called a great innovation in non-chemical farming. It is another matter that some big buck corporation's chemical option that promises to repel a host of insects, not just caterpillars, will be touted as a greater innovation.
Innovation is the buzzword in the institutional economy. There is concern over India going down on the global innovation index to the 41st rank from the 23rd last year. The global survey undertaken by a French business school simply suggests that Indians are becoming less innovative. There can be a debate on the definition of innovation. It seems the variables used in this study to rank countries are heavily tilted towards options that help an economy grow. The idea is not bad. But the story is not that simple.
In our last cover story (see 'Made it', Down To Earth , January 1-15, 2009), we brought you some innovations. Farmers in Andhra Pradesh came up with innovations to manage pests, based on observed phenomena. These are as simple as using light to attract insects, or female hormone to attract male insects and divert them from the crop. By doing these apparently simple things, they increased their earnings as they did not have to spend on expensive chemicals. This is not recognized as institutional innovation as it does not help a third party make money. Chemical insecticides were celebrated as one even if they have almost annihilated the world's bees that could have controlled pests.
Innovation happens when we have the urge and are clued in to ground realities. The drop in the innovation index should not be taken seriously as it probably only recognizes innovative business opportunities. The plan to inject millions of World Bank dollars will not accelerate innovation unless we are clear what we are innovating for--people's prosperity. Innovation happens everyday in India. Those who lament the low ranking despite India being a 'knowledge economy', should realize faking foreign accents is not innovation and has little to do with knowledge.


President Obama breaks his silence regarding the ongoing Trayvon Martin case.
President Obama broke his silence today regarding the ongoing Trayvon Martin murder investigation, reports The New York Times. Before he addressed the crowd of reporters at the White House, he warned his comments would be limited because the Justice Department is investigating.
“I think every parent in America should be able to understand why it is absolutely imperative that we investigate every aspect of this,” said the president. “All of us have to do some soul searching to figure out how does something like this happen.”
The president made it clear that Trayvon’s case hits home to many Americans, including himself — thinking about his own daughters. “Obviously, this is a tragedy. I can only imagine what these parents are going through. When I think about this boy, I think about my own kids,” he shared.
At the conclusion of his brief remarks, the president shared a “main message” to Trayvon’s parents, Tracy Martin and Sybrina Fulton. “You know, if I had a son, he’d look like Trayvon. I think they are right to expect that all of us as Americans are going to take this with the seriousness it deserves.” He also promised that authorities would get to the bottom of the matter.
Yesterday, the Sanford, Florida Police Chief, Bill Lee, “temporarily stepped down” from his position. He claims he’s become a distraction to the investigation. The news wasn’t surprising as the city’s commissioners gave him “no confidence” votes the evening before.
On Wednesday, hundreds of supports gathered in New York City’s Union Square to participate in the “Million Hoodie March” organized on Facebook.
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Fat Turtle Theatre Company was founded to bring a new style of theatre to Indianapolis. A nomadic tribe that loves to play around with the concept of theatre. Focusing on entertainment and understanding for actors, patrons, and the community. Theatre was created as a way to bring the masses together. That is what the Turtle is all about. Reinvigorating classics, Inviting new works, and doing a little bit of something for everyone to make you laugh and wonder at the joy of it all.
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Over 80 years of age and looking for affordable travel insurance? Compare options from Australian providers.
As an older traveller, it's important to compare the different policies available to ensure you find a policy with the right level of cover that won't be overpriced. Different providers will have different policies regarding age limits and pre-existing medical conditions, so the best way to find the right cover is to compare quotes and find out exactly what the insurer will cover you for.
If you are ready to receive a quote for travel insurance for your next trip, you can enter your details in the form below. Or you can keep reading to learn more about how to find affordable cover with the right protection for seniors.
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Compare conditions for travellers over 80 years of age in the table below.
|Brand||Conditions for travellers over 80 years old
|1Cover||If you're over 80 years old, you'll need to submit a Medical Declaration Form.|
|American Express||Cover is available for those under 89 years of age on the Comprehensive and Ultimate Single Trip policies.|
|Budget Direct||Comprehensive and domestic travel insurance policies are available if you're 100 years of age or under when you apply.|
|Citibank||Citibank single trip provides travel insurance if you're aged between 70-89 years of age.|
|Columbus Direct||You must be no more than 84 years old at the date of purchase to take out travel insurance.|
|Cover-More||Seniors travel insurance is available for people up to 84 years of age.|
|DU Insure||This insurance covers people that are 59 years of age or under on the date of application.|
|Easy (through QBE)||Travellers over 70 years of age will need to complete a Travellers Medical Appraisal Form.|
|Fast Cover||Travellers 90 years of age and over are subject to various conditions, depending on the policy.|
|InsureandGo||This travel insurance covers travellers who are 100 years of age or under at the date of application.|
|Southern Cross||Cover is available to travellers of all ages.|
|Travel Insurance Direct||Travel Insurance Direct offers its The Works and Domestic plans to senior travellers up to the age of 81.|
|Virgin||There is no age limit for comprehensive, domestic and non-medical plans. Multi-trip, essentials and basic plans have an age limit of 74 years or under.|
|Worldcare||There is no age limit for comprehensive, domestic, resident returning and non-medical plans. Multi-trip, essentials and basic plans have an age limit of 74 years or under.|
|youGo||youGo offers cover for travellers up to the age of 99, depending on the region and duration of travel.|
While there are a number of travel insurance policies available on the market, travellers aged over 80 can often find it difficult to find insurance cover. Many insurers only provide cover for people up to a certain age limit and will refuse cover to those aged over 80, but it is still possible to find travel insurance cover if you've blown out over 80 candles on your last birthday.
Travel insurance for people over 80 offers essential medical cover as well as flexible options for those with pre-existing medical conditions. In addition, there is affordable cover available for those on a wide range of budgets.
This is the most common type of travel insurance for Australian travellers. The most important feature is cover for overseas medical and dental expenses. This includes emergency medical costs, ambulance transportation, hospital costs and emergency dental expenses. Some single-trip policies are available that offer just medical cover, though it’s also possible to take out cover against a comprehensive range of risks. A comprehensive policy includes cover for the following:
- Loss of deposits
- Trip cancellation
- Loss or damage to luggage and personal belongings
- Loss and damage to travel documents
- Luggage delay
- Flight delay
- Theft of cash
- Rental vehicle excess
- Hospital cash allowance
- Personal liability
- Accidental death benefit
This policy covers against all the risks mentioned in the single-trip policy, but offers cover for multiple trips in a single year. If you’re a frequent traveller who takes more than one trip every year, this can be a more cost-effective cover option.
If you’re over the age of 80 and applying for travel insurance, there’s a fair chance that you might have one or more pre-existing medical conditions. This can make it more difficult to obtain affordable travel insurance. A pre-existing medical condition is one of the following:
- An ongoing medical condition of which you are aware
- A medical condition that is currently being (or has been) investigated or treated by a medical professional
- Any condition for which you take prescribed medication or have had surgery
- Any condition for which you see a medical specialist.
How insurance providers handle pre-existing medical conditions can differ greatly between insurers. Some insurers exclude coverage for any pre-existing medical condition in people over 80 years of age. Others attach a higher excess to policies. While some insurers allow you to take out cover for certain pre-existing conditions, further medical testing may be required and the cover may only be offered up to a lower limit.
Speak to your insurance provider to find out their approach to pre-existing conditions. In addition, make sure that you disclose all relevant information about your medical history to your insurer when you apply for cover. Failing to do so could result in your cover being void when it comes time to make a claim.
Sadly, some seniors do face certain issues when looking for travel insurance.
- Age limits. One of the most common problems is policy age limits. Some insurers refuse cover to anyone over 65 or 70 years of age, which obviously makes it harder for people over 80 to find a suitable policy. However, remember that there are insurers who are willing and able to cater to your needs.
- Pre-existing conditions cover. As you get older, the chances of you having a pre-existing condition increases. Most policies don't cover pre-existing conditions, so this will affect the kind of cover you can take out.
- Joint cover. The age limits imposed by insurers can complicate matters for couples looking for cover. While in the past you may have been able to take out joint cover, this may no longer be possible if one spouse is above the insurer’s specified age limit. As a result, some find themselves having to spend significantly more to take out two separate policies.
- The price of policies. Unfortunately, many insurers seem to think that the older you are, the more of a health risk you are. Insurance premiums are calculated based on the risk you pose to an insurer, but many senior citizens have reported being charged exorbitant amounts.
- Assess your holiday plans carefully. Think about where you are going, how long you are going for and what sort of activities and experiences you plan on participating in. Once you’ve thought about this, you can start looking for a policy that matches your needs.
- Compare a number of policies. Shopping around is important when looking for travel insurance. Rather than simply taking out cover with the first insurer who meets your basic requirements, it pays to compare a number of policies to see exactly what is on offer. There are plenty of online product review sites to browse, plus you can seek out personal advice and recommendations from family and friends.
- Read the PDS in detail. Once you’ve narrowed your choice down to a few policies, read each product disclosure statement (PDS) closely to compare the exact level of cover offered. Familiarise yourself with the benefits, features, limits and exclusions offered by each policy, including any age limits that may apply and the handling of pre-existing medical conditions.
- Get quotes from more than one insurer. This is quick and easy to do online and will help you get a good idea of the costs involved and the true value offered by each competing policy.
Disclose all pre-existing conditions
Speak to the insurer's medical examiner and disclose all existing or known conditions. Although this may raise your premium, the cost of a potential hospital stay would largely outweigh this small expense. Without full disclosure, you may not be covered if it is later discovered that you knew of a condition before travelling.
Get written evidence
Make sure any cover that you are offered on the phone or in person by a travel agent or salesperson is in the insurance policy's PDS. This will help you avoid a situation where your claim is denied even though your travel agent said you would be covered.
Read the PDS in detail.
Be aware of age limits, limitations of coverage and wording in the PDS or you may run into trouble when making a claim. For instance, you may make a claim for a trip cancellation only to discover you will only be covered for up to $2,500 because of your age, while your cancellation costs amount to $4,000.
Cheap travel insurance for over 80s
It’s an unfortunate fact of life that travel insurance when you’re over 80 years of age is more expensive than it is for younger people. This is simply due to the fact that there’s an increased risk of illness and injury for older travellers, and this higher risk is reflected by inflated premiums.
However, that doesn’t mean you can’t find cheap travel insurance for over 80s. In fact, there are plenty of simple things you can do to save money on seniors travel insurance, including:
- Buy online. Thinking of buying travel insurance through your airline or travel agent? Think again. Airlines and travel agents usually add hefty commissions on top of the cost of a policy, so you can save a lot of money by hopping online and buying cover direct from an insurer.
- Only pay for the cover you need. Make sure you only pay for the cover you’re likely to need on your holiday. For example, would you rather an essentials policy rather than paying extra for the long list of benefits provided by a comprehensive policy? Can you avoid adding extra-cost options, such as golf cover or snow sports cover, to your policy if you’re unlikely to use them?
- Adjust your excess. Many insurers give you the option to vary the excess payable should you have to make a claim. By switching to a higher excess, you can enjoy a lower premium. Of course, you’ll need to make sure you’ll be able to reasonably afford the excess if you have to make a claim.
- Look for discounts. There are always discounts, deals and special offers to help you save money on travel insurance. Look for online promo and coupon codes, seniors discounts, multi-policy discounts and even discounts for purchasing a policy online instead of over the phone.
- Buy a joint policy. Travelling with a friend or relative? Instead of each of you purchasing separate travel insurance cover, save money by joining forces to buy a joint policy.
- Partner offers. If you’re a member of a motoring organisation or a customer of particular banks, you may be entitled to access discounted travel insurance through one of the organisation’s or bank’s partners. Check your membership or customer information for more details.
- Compare policies. It’s easy to obtain travel insurance quotes online, so get quotes from multiple insurers and see how they stack up against one another. Once you’ve found some policies in the right price range, compare their features to see what’s covered and what’s excluded.
Of course, it’s worth remembering that a cheap travel insurance policy isn’t necessarily the best policy for you. Cost should only be one of many factors you consider when choosing travel insurance – you’ll need to look closely at the cover features and limits to work out whether a policy provides good value for money.
Travel tips for older travellers
Age is just a number and should never stop you getting out there and exploring the world. However, if you’re a senior traveller planning your next trip, there are plenty of things you can do to ensure that you stay safe and comfortable when away from home:
- Check travel advice. Before going overseas, check the latest travel advisories on the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade’s Smart Traveller website. This can help you avoid trouble on your journey and offer specific travel advice tailored to your destination.
- Visit your doctor. If you’ve got a history of medical problems or pre-existing conditions, visit your doctor for a check-up before booking your trip. Your doctor can tell you if it’s safe for you to travel, offer tips on how you can look after your health during your trip, and advise you of any vaccinations you should have before travelling.
- Manage your medication. Your doctor can also ensure that you have enough medication for your journey. Make sure you always have easy access to your medications, and remember that some medications that are legal in Australia may not be available overseas.
- Plan ahead. Do you have special seating requirements for plane travel? Will you need to travel with a wheelchair or guide dog? If so, make sure you organise any special arrangements with airlines and tour operators well before your scheduled departure date.
- Looking after your luggage. Pack a medical kit in your carry-on with all the essential items you need. In addition, rather than lugging around a heavy bag everywhere you go, make sure your suitcase has wheels and is easy to manoeuvre.
- Reduce the risk of deep vein thrombosis (DVT). DVT is the formation of blood clots in the veins of the legs, and there’s an increased risk of this potentially serious condition when you sit still for long periods of time. So if you’re on a long-haul flight or bus trip, make sure to regularly stretch your legs and feet and to get up and walk around whenever possible.
- Jet lag. Allow yourself some additional time to recover from jet lag, and remember that the effects of jet lag can be reduced if you fly west rather than east.
- Avoid tummy troubles. Unsure of the water supply at your destination? Drink bottled water only. Also remember to practise good food hygiene at all times, avoid eating street food and avoid buffets.
- Take it easy. Resist the temptation to pack too many activities, events and experiences into your holiday. Make sure there are plenty of gaps in your itinerary so that you can put your feet up, relax and get some rest if necessary.
- Stay safe. Avoid travelling on your own at night, don’t carry large sums of money and consider wearing valuables on a belt under your clothes. When in busy public areas, keep an eye out for pickpockets and thieves.
- Know who to call if you need help. Make sure you know the relevant emergency services number(s) to call at your destination if you ever need help. Have your travel insurer’s emergency assistance number handy at all times, and make a note of how you can get in contact with an Australian embassy if required.
Many travel insurers also offer optional covers that you can add to your policy if you’re willing to pay an extra premium. Options available on travel insurance for over 80s include:
- Additional car hire excess cover. Most policies will provide a certain level of car hire excess cover as standard, protecting you against the expensive excess you’ll be liable to pay to the rental company if your hire car is stolen, vandalised or involved in an accident. However, some insurers will offer the choice of increasing your level of car rental excess cover (for example from $3,000 to $6,000) as an extra-cost option.
- Additional specified items cover. All comprehensive travel insurance policies provide cover for stolen and damaged personal belongings on your trip, but there’s usually a limit to the amount your insurer will pay out per item. This option allows you to increase the level of cover for specific high-value items you’re taking with you on your journey, such as a laptop or camera.
- Golf cover. Packing your golf clubs for your next big trip? You should consider adding golf cover to your policy so you can enjoy protection for loss, theft and damage of your golf equipment, as well as cover for expenses such as golf equipment hire and unused green fees.
- Cruise cover. If your next holiday is a cruise, cruise travel insurance covers you for emergency medical transportation from your cruise ship to the nearest medical facility. It also pays benefits for cabin confinement, missed shore excursions, cruise delays, trip interruptions and more.
- Snow sports cover. Sure, most 80-plus year olds won’t be planning on hitting the slopes on their next holiday, but age is no barrier to having fun and staying active. If you’ll be going skiing or snowboarding on your next trip, purchasing optional snow sports cover ensures that you’re covered for injuries sustained on the slopes, as well as for things like stolen or damaged ski equipment, piste closure and unused lift passes.
- Adventure activities cover. Age is also no barrier to adventure, so you may want to purchase optional cover that provides protection if you want to participate in any adventure activities on your trip.
What is normally excluded from cover?
There are some situations, events and circumstances when your travel insurer will not provide any cover. You’ll need to check the PDS for a full list of what’s not covered by your policy, but generally you will not be covered if:
- Your claim arises due to a pre-existing condition not covered by your policy
- You leave your luggage or belongings unattended in a public place and they are stolen or damaged
- You visit a country for which the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade has issued a ‘Do Not Travel’ warning
- You fail to obey the road rules in the country which you are visiting
- Your claim arises due to an act of war or terrorism
- Your claim arises because you were under the influence of drugs or alcohol
- You change your mind about travelling
- You travel against medical advice
- Your claim is for consequential loss of any kind, for example loss of enjoyment
- You intentionally or recklessly act in a way that would pose a risk to your safety
- You do not do everything you can to reduce your loss as much as possible
- Your claim arises because a government authority confiscates, detains or destroys anything
- You drive a vehicle without a current licence valid for the country you are driving in
- Your claim arises due to errors or omissions in your booking arrangements
- Your claim arises due to an epidemic or pandemic
You can also find out more about what’s not covered in our guide to travel insurance exclusions.


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At a tender age, Judith* was "sexually tortured" by her then boyfriend.
At the time she didn't seek support. "It just sat inside me all that time," she said.
Never did she expect to find herself in yet another abusive relationship some years later.
She was in her 40s when her husband first raped her - a terrifying experience that left her feeling depressed and isolated.
"I didn't think rape happened to people like me," she told Get Surrey.
When the abuse started, shock and confusion made it hard for Judith to realise she had become a victim of rape.
"You feel like you have been raped but to say that your husband is the one raping you is really tough," she explained.
Since the perpetrator was her own husband, Judith felt like she couldn't open up about the issue with her loved ones. She said: "Some people asked me why I stayed with him, some didn't believe that it was actually happening.
"People couldn't believe that he could be one person in public and then someone completely different, much darker and evil behind closed doors."
It is "common" for women to be raped by those closest to them, Judith said. In fact, according to Rape Crisis, approximately 90% of those who are raped know the perpetrator prior to the offence.
Because of the situation Judith was in, it took her nearly 18 months to seek the support she "desperately" needed to walk out of the relationship - but accessing services proved to be harder than she thought.
Several organisations, including some based in Surrey, told Judith that they couldn't help her.
"The lack of support didn't put me off but it really upset me because it took a lot to reach out and to realise that I couldn't stop the abuse from happening by myself," she said.
Finally, Judith was referred to Rape Crisis Surrey and Sussex (RCSAS) through a helpline for victims of rape and sexual abuse.
The charity, now marking two years of providing support to women and girls across the county, offered Judith a counsellor who was able to listen to her experiences in a "safe" and "non-judgemental" environment.
Natalie Brook, RCSAS' centre manager, said: “The impact of rape or sexual abuse cannot be underestimated and our experience shows the need for specialist support to enable women to recover and lead fulfilled lives.
"Demand for our services continues to grow and now, more than ever, we need sustainable funding to enable us to meet the needs of local women and girls.”
Describing the centre staff as "lifesavers", Judith is thankful for everything the organisation has done for her.
"They have totally changed my life," she said.
She continued: "They [counsellors] don't tell you what you should be doing but it helped me realise that what was happening to me wasn't normal."
After receiving support from RCSAS, she decided to report the offence to the police. According to Judith, officers "carried out a long investigation" but the case wasn't able to proceed to trial.
Like her, 539 other women and men in Surrey reported a rape to the police in 2016/17 - but only 48 people were convicted of the crime.
In addition, data released by the Office for National Statistics revealed rape survivors in Surrey reporting the crime have to wait up to 144 days for an outcome to be achieved.
Even though the figures are unsettling, Judith felt "very supported" through the process and has encouraged women and girls going through a similar situation to "pick up the phone and talk to the helpline".
"Even if one woman reads this article and decides to take steps to get out of an abusive relationship, that would make a difference," she concluded.
The helpline is open daily between 12pm and 2.30pm and 7pm and 9.30pm, and on weekdays between 3pm and 5.30pm on 0808 802 9999.
Find out more about RCSAS' work here or email email@example.com
*Name has been changed to protect interviewee's privacy and right to anonymity under the Sexual Offences Act 2003
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Say It Right! contains a list of commonly mispronounced words with correct audio pronunciations and definitions in a Singaporean voice. Learn how to pronounce words like liaise, siphon, esplanade, almond, library.
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- The action of helping someone
- A person or thing that helps someone
- A person employed to do household tasks
- Make it easier for someone to do something
- Improve a situation or problem
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Fuel prices in the country were cut across the metro cities on Monday, as per the data on the official website of IOC (Indian Oil Corporation). It is the fourth consecutive day of price cuts in the metro cities, except for Delhi, where is it the fifth time.
Petrol price per litre in metro cities were lowered to Rs 76.30 in Delhi, Rs 83.75 in Mumbai, Rs 79.15 in Kolkata and Rs 79.25 in Chennai. On Sunday, it was priced at Rs Rs 76.37 in Delhi, Rs 83.82 in Mumbai, Rs 79.20 in Kolkata and Rs 79.33 in Chennai.
Diesel per litre, on the other hand, was at Rs 67.89 in Delhi, Rs 72.07 in Mumbai, Rs 70.56 in Kolkata and Rs 71.70 in Chennai.
Price for petrol and diesel in Indian cities are based on international crude oil rates and taxes levied by the central and state governments. The global benchmark Brent fell by 10 cents (0.1 percent) on Monday morning to $72.97 a barrel.
The oil market reacted to the increasing worries of demand for fuel after the finance ministers, as well as the central bank governors of the G20 countries, warned that the global economic growth will be hurt from the rising trade and geopolitical tensions. The leaders met in Buenos Aires over the weekend to discuss the issues concerning economic growth. A slower growth will reduce trade and demand for crude.
Group of 20 finance ministers warned on Monday that "heightened trade and geopolitical tensions" posed risks to global economic growth as two days of meetings came to a close. The G20 emphasized "the need to step up dialogue and actions to mitigate risks and enhance confidence", in its final communique after a summit dominated by fears over an escalating global trade conflict. The statement did not mention the United States, which is at the centre of multiple trade disputes, but was still stronger than the statement in March when the G20 avoided the issue altogether.
Inputs from PTI


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A team of astronomers has discovered a new way to unlock the mysteries of how the first galaxies formed and evolved.
In a study published today in Astrophysical Journal Letters, lead author Dawn Erb of the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee and her team – for the very first time – used new capabilities at W. M. Keck Observatory on Maunakea, Hawaii to examine Q2343-BX418, a small, young galaxy located about 10 billion light years away from Earth.
This distant galaxy is an analog for younger galaxies that are too faint to study in detail, making it an ideal candidate for learning more about what galaxies looked like shortly after the birth of the universe.
BX418 is also attracting astronomers’ attention because its gas halo is giving off a special type of light.
“In the last several years, we’ve learned that the gaseous halos surrounding galaxies glow with a particular ultraviolet wavelength called Lyman alpha emission. There are a lot of different theories about what produces this Lyman alpha emission in the halos of galaxies, but at least some of it is probably due to light that is originally produced by star formation in the galaxy being absorbed and re-emitted by gas in the halo,” said Erb.
Erb’s team, which includes Charles Steidel and Yuguang Chen of Caltech, used one of the observatory’s newest instruments, the Keck Cosmic Web Imager (KCWI), to perform a detailed spectral analysis of BX418’s gas halo; its properties could offer clues about the stars forming within the galaxy.
“Most of the ordinary matter in the universe isn’t in the form of a star or a planet, but gas. And most of that gas exists not in galaxies, but around and between them,” said Erb.
The halo is where gas enters and exits the system. The gas surrounding galaxies can fuel them; gas from within a galaxy can also escape into the halo. This inflow and outflow of gas influences the fate of stars.
“The inflow of new gas accreting into a galaxy provides fuel for new star formation, while outflows of gas limit a galaxy’s ability to form stars by removing gas,” says Erb.
“So, understanding the complex interactions happening in this gaseous halo is key to finding out how galaxies form stars and evolve.”
This study is part of a large ongoing survey that Steidel has been leading for many years. Previously, Steidel’s team studied BX418 using other instruments at Keck Observatory.
This most recent study using KCWI adds detail and clarity to the image of the galaxy and its gas halo that was not possible before; the instrument is specifically engineered to study wispy currents of faint gas that connect galaxies, known as the cosmic web.
“Our study was really enabled by the design and sensitivity of this new instrument. It’s not just an ordinary spectrograph–it’s an integral field spectrograph, which means that it’s a sort of combination camera and spectrograph, where you get a spectrum of every pixel in the image,” said Erb.
The power of KCWI, combined with the Keck telescopes’ location on Maunakea where viewing conditions are among the most pristine on Earth, provides some of the most detailed glimpses of the cosmos.
Erb’s team used KCWI to take spectra of the Lyman alpha emission of BX418’s halo. This allowed them to trace the gas, plot its velocity and spatial extent, then create a 3-D map showing the structure of the gas and its behavior.
The team’s data suggests that the galaxy is surrounded by a roughly spherical outflow of gas and that there are significant variations in the density and velocity range of this gas.
Erb says this analysis is the first of its kind. Because it has only been tested on one galaxy, other galaxies need to be studied to see if these results are typical.
Now that the team has discovered a new way to learn about the properties of the gaseous halo, the hope is that further analysis of the data they collected and computer simulations modeling the processes will yield additional insights into the characteristics of the first galaxies in our universe.
“As we work to complete more detailed modeling, we will be able to test how the properties of Lyman alpha emission in the gas halo are related to the properties of the galaxies themselves, which will then tell us something about how the star formation in the galaxy influences the gas in the halo,” Erb said.
Header Image : This is an artist’s concept showing the gaseous halo surrounding a galaxy, illuminated by a narrow band of ultraviolet light called Lyman alpha emission. BX418’s gas halo is about ten times the size of the galaxy itself. Credit : Tonia Klein, UWM


Dodge City in Ford County, Kansas — The American Midwest (Upper Plains)
The Reading Garden
This garden stands as a tribute to J. C. Denious and his family, who owned and operated the "Dodge City Daily Globe" from 1910 to 1988. The newspaper has a history dating back to 1878 as a weekly publication, but Denious is credited as the Father of the Daily Newspaper in Dodge City. He was active in politics, serving the region as State Senator from 1933 to 1941. Denious also served Kansas as Lieutenant Governor under Governor Andrew Schoeppel from 1943 to 1947.
J. C. Denious 1910-1953 • Jess Denious 1953-1969
Juliet Denious 1969-1973 • Martha Denious Muncy 1973-1988
Location. 37° 45.274′ N, 100° 1.17′ W. Marker is in Dodge City, Kansas, in Ford County. Marker is on Spruce Street west of 2nd Avenue, on the right when traveling west. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 701 North 2nd Avenue, Dodge City KS 67801, United States of America.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Carnegie Library Building (a few steps from this marker); From 'Cattle Capital' to modern city (within shouting distance of this marker); Hugh O'Brian (within shouting distance of this marker); Gene Barry Milburn Stone (about 400 feet away); Dennis Weaver (about 500 feet away); Charles Rath (about 500 feet away); Wild and woolly Front Street (about 600 feet away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Dodge City.
More about this marker. Marker and garden are on the grounds of the former Carnegie Library building.
Also see . . .
1. J. C. Denious Bio in Kansas Cyclopedia (1912). (Submitted on May 14, 2013, by William Fischer, Jr. of Scranton, Pennsylvania.)
2. Dodge City (Kansas) Daily Globe. (Submitted on May 14, 2013, by William Fischer, Jr. of Scranton, Pennsylvania.)
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Credits. This page was last revised on June 16, 2016. This page originally submitted on May 14, 2013, by William Fischer, Jr. of Scranton, Pennsylvania. This page has been viewed 264 times since then and 20 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on May 14, 2013, by William Fischer, Jr. of Scranton, Pennsylvania.


'The Duchess' has a duke with Fiennes
EmptyLONDON -- Ralph Fiennes will star opposite Keira Knightley in "The Duchess." The film is backed by Pathe Prods. and BBC Films.
Fiennes joins a cast that already includes Hayley Atwell and Dominic Cooper for the picture from Magnolia Mae Prods. and Qwerty Films.
The movie is scheduled to begin shooting in London this month. It is directed by Saul Dibb and produced by Qwerty's Michael Kuhn and Magnolia Mae's Gabrielle Tana.
Adapted by Jeffery Hatcher from Amanda Foreman's historical biography "Georgiana, Duchess of Devonshire," the film revolves around an 18th century duchess and her life and loves.
The backers said the film bears uncanny parallels with that of her descendant, Diana, Princess of Wales.
Pathe Distribution will distribute the film in the U.K. and France, and Pathe International will handle international sales.


Dear Leo, this week you need to sit back and take some time to think. these days will not be suitable for implementing our professional plans. Instead, make a new plan that will help you in your next steps. Your dynamism will make you think clearly and decisively. Around the end of the week, be prudent in your finances. Spend money on what is necessary and postpone everything else for the future, when things will be more positive for you.
Your love horoscope for this week
Your love life will be revived this week, since better communication will help your relationship. Your partner will understand your desires and will make them come true, in order to prove their love to you. If you are single, new, attractive people will come into your life. Choose wisely and don’t get carried away by your feelings.
Your career horoscope for this week
Spend time on things that make you feel good and help you express your creativity. This will boost your mood and will help you solve any unexpected problems. Your finances are more balanced, so make sure you settle pending obligations during this week.
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