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<![CDATA[Sport Jet Boat - NEWS]]>Sat, 20 Jul 2019 00:13:52 -0700Weebly<![CDATA[JetBoat Parts diagram]]>Thu, 18 Jul 2019 07:00:00 GMThttp://www.sportjetboat.com/news/jetboat-parts-diagramNew JetBoat parts diagram with broad view of your Jet Boat. This JetBoat parts diagram has part #'s and pricing to go along a parts break down.
<![CDATA[The Lake of the Ozarks Shootout Boating Event August]]>Wed, 27 Mar 2019 21:54:23 GMThttp://www.sportjetboat.com/news/the-lake-of-the-ozarks-shootout-boating-event-august
The Lake of the Ozarks Shootout is the largest unsanctioned boat race in the US, named one of the nation’s eight “must-see” boating events according to Powerboat Magazine, the Shootout will take place for the ninth year at Captain Ron’s Bar & Grill in Sunrise Beach (Lake Road 5-50, mile marker 34.5). The event raises funds for eight Lake-area rescue teams and numerous other charitable organizations; last year, $300,000.00 to 32 different Charities and 8 Fire Departments. The Lake of the Ozarks Shootout is alive and well and looking forward to the 31st year in August of 2019.
SAT, AUG 25TH, 2018 - SUN, AUG 26TH, 2018
  • 8:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Captain Ron’s breakfast
  • 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Racer Registration on Cannonball Beach
  • 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Safety Inspections & Class Identification
  • 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Vendor Village and Racer Village open to the public at Buccaneer Bay and Captain Ron’s
  • 9:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. PWC Classes Run
  • 9:45 a.m. Opening Ceremony – National Anthem
Classes have priority runs:
  • 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Non-Professional
  • 11:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Manufacturer
  • 12:30 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. Professional
  • 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. Non-Professional
  • 4:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. Open Class Runs
  • 7:00 p.m. –1:00 a.m. Entertainment at Captain Ron’s
  • 8:00 p.m. Super Cat Fest. Details »
  • Live Auction – Camden on the Lake
  • 8:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Captain Ron’s open for breakfast
  • 8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Racer Registration on Cannonball Beach
  • 8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Safety Inspections & Class Identification
  • 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Vendor Village and Racer Village open to the public at Buccaneer Bay and Captain Ron’s
  • 10:00 a.m. National Anthem
Classes have priority runs:
  • 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Professional
  • 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 a.m. Manufacturer
  • 12:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. Non-Professional
  • 2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Open for final runs
  • 4:00 p.m. Awards Ceremony
  • 4:00 p.m. Vendor Village & Racer Village take down
<![CDATA[Aquapalooza 2019 Largest Family Boating Event July 20th]]>Wed, 27 Mar 2019 21:47:50 GMThttp://www.sportjetboat.com/news/aquapalooza-2019-largest-family-boating-event-july-20thThe Lake's Largest FAMILY Boating event will be held July 20th. The Lake of the Ozarks Marine Dealers invites ALL BOATERS to join them for a great day on the water. Live music and activities will keep you having fun all day long. On the Water Party at Dog Days Restaurant at the 19mm, just west of the Grand Glaize Bridge.

2019 Artist Line-Up: TBA
Aquapalooza is a Benne Media Production.
Jul 20, 2019
Dog Days Bar & Grill
Dog Days Bar & Grill
1232 Jeffries Rd.
Osage Beach MO 65065
Phone: 573-348-1958
Website: http://www.funlake.com/aquapalooza
Hours of Operation: 12:00 pm – 5:00 pm
<![CDATA[22nd Annual Boating Spring Harbor Hop Event May 14th]]>Wed, 27 Mar 2019 21:41:13 GMThttp://www.sportjetboat.com/news/22nd-annual-boating-spring-harbor-hop-event-may-14th
Kick off the 2019 boating season by participating in the 22nd Annual Spring Harbor Hop, The Lake's largest Boating Poker Hop event on the water! Visit over 40 of our participating locations on the water to collect your poker hand. Enter the Harbor hop by stopping at any of the check points. To obtain a hand, sign up and pay an optional $20 donation. Any player can enter more than once. The 1st card is drawn at the checkpoint where the hand is purchased; 6 additional cards are obtained by hopping to six more checkpoints drawing one card, per hand, at each location. The hand is complete when the 7th card is drawn. To qualify the hand must be turned in by 7pm at your last checkpoint. Prizes are awarded to winners, and anyone can play! Winners will be notified by certified mail. A few Harbor Hop checkpoints open as early as 9:00 am, but most open at 11:00 am. Check the website listed above for a complete list of participating locations and scheduled times.
May 04, 2019
Lake Wide Event
Osage Beach Missouri 65065
Phone: 1-800-386-5253
Region: L
<![CDATA[2019 Lake Havasu Spring Boat Show April 5-7th]]>Wed, 27 Mar 2019 21:23:16 GMThttp://www.sportjetboat.com/news/2019-lake-havasu-spring-boat-show-april-5-7th“They'll have to go some to beat last year,” remarked Lake Havasu Boat Show organizer, Bob Brown. “Our 2018 Lake Havasu Boat Show was a record setter, largest in our history with over 140 exhibitors and more than 9,000 attending visitors. We’ve set the bar really high, but we’re looking forward to an even better show this year, April 5-7, 2019 at Lake Havasu State Park, Windsor 4.
Unlike conventional boat shows which occupy indoor land-locked venues, the Lake Havasu Boat Show, co-sponsored by Jet Renu and Mohave State Bank, is all outdoors and on-the-water. The Windsor 4 area borders the famous London Bridge Channel and the northern basin of Lake Havasu, and that immediate water access will again be put to good use.
“Windsor 4 has a first-class seven-lane launch ramp, courtesy docks and two large white-sand beaches,” said Brown. “There will be a variety of demo boat models at the courtesy docks including pontoons, wakesport boats, JetBoats and family sportboats.  For those interested in checking out and test riding on some the newest jet boats, personal watercraft, kayaks and stand-up paddleboards, that activity will be happening from the main beach. There’s no boat show in the country that offers more boater interaction with product for consumers.”
Something else Jet boaters will find appealing is the ability to ‘boat-to-the-boat-show’ with their own boat. There’s a finely manicured 600-foot long white-sand beach directly adjacent to the boat show London Bridge Channel’s northern shore. Boaters can pull their boats up on the beach for no charge and walk directly into the boat show. Normal Jet Boat boat show admission prices do prevail.
“We expect between 250 to 300 new boats to be on display at the boat show,” commented Brown, “including a lot of the latest 2019 models. And if you’re into high performance and exotic marine equipment, no place in the western United States will have as many custom boat manufacturers present plus Mercury Racing with their full complement of engine and propulsion models.”
The 28th Annual Lake Havasu Boat Show, presented in conjunction with the Lake Havasu Marine Association, opens to the public on Friday, April 5 at noon. Saturday and Sunday, gates open at 9am. Admission is $8.00 for adults and kids six and under are free, and parking is also free. The Lake Havasu State Park, Windsor 4 is located at 171 London Bridge Road, next to the Hampton Inn. Exhibitors interested in participating at the boat show should call 951-501-0210 or email info@lakehavasuboatshow.com. More information is available on the website at www.lakehavasuboatshow.com
Coming to the 2019 Lake Havasu Boat Show? Here’s everything you need to know.
Dates: Friday, Saturday and Sunday, April 5-7, 2019
Location: Lake Havasu State Park, Windsor 4
(between the Hampton Inn and Motel 6 on London Bridge Road).
Show hours: Friday noon to 6pm, Saturday 9am to 6pm, and Sunday 9am to 3pm.
Admission: $8.00 per adult, kids 6 & under are free, parking is also free (cash only at the gate).
Food courts and beer gardens on-site. Dogs on leash are okay.
Largest boat show in Arizona and Nevada – over 140 exhibitors.
<![CDATA[Zup YouGotThis Board 2.0]]>Wed, 27 Feb 2019 20:54:01 GMThttp://www.sportjetboat.com/news/zup-yougotthis-board-20Zup The one that does it all! This board offers riders of the largest variety the change to lay, kneel, stand and so much more! Easy for the most amateur rider but still offering more exoerienced riders the ability to be challenged. Friendly and stable, the Yougotthis 2.0 is ZUP's most popular board! Key Features: Comfortable Non Skid EVA foam padding so feet can go anywhere on the surface, easy slip-in multifunctional foot straps(elbow and knee pads + foot straps), and indestructable co molded side handles for soft and safe ride.
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<![CDATA[NEW 2019 Yamaha 275 Series Jetboat]]>Fri, 15 Feb 2019 18:15:24 GMThttp://www.sportjetboat.com/news/new-2019-yamaha-275-series-jetboat
Introducing the largest, most luxurious jet drive Jet Boats featuring Yamaha’s all-new, world’s first DRiVE technology for enhanced maneuverability
• Yamaha’s first foray into the luxury 27-foot Jetboat category.
• First Yamaha Jet boats powered by twin, supercharged Yamaha marine engines.
• Features world’s first DRiVE technology for enhanced low speed maneuverability.
• Features “floating” 12.3-inch Connext touchscreen with 16 million colors and 1000 nits brightness.
• Comes standard with industry-first, patent pending swim up seating that attaches to stern and sits just below the waterline.
• First Yamaha jet drive boats with galley area that includes a premium counter and plumbed sink.
The all-new Yamaha 275 Series Jet boat is the “Rev Your Heart” brand’s first foray into the luxury 27-foot category and is now the largest and widest jet drive Jetboat available today. For 2019, The 275 Series is available in three choices, the base model 275E, the more deluxe 275SE, and the flagship 275SD.
The 275SE features a semi-rigid top while the SD model features a hardtop with skylight. Exclusive to the top-of-the-line 275SD model is Yamaha’s new DRiVE system with paddle controls on the steering wheel that provides new levels of confidence for maneuvering a 27-foot jet boat in tight spaces and around the dock.
All-New Styling Concept from Yamaha
The added length of the 275 Series jet boat inspired Yamaha engineers to stretch their imagination and design prowess, and they succeeded beyond expectation. The profile of the 275 Series is powerful and unique, with the flair of a luxury jet boat that one might see moored in Monaco and Cannes.
The driver-forward position and bold wrap-around window treatment add to the 275’s sophisticated allure, and the expansive stern play area and open walkthrough transom give the impression that a party could go off at a moment’s notice.
Twin, Yamaha Supercharged Marine Engines
The Yamaha 275 Series jet boats are the first to feature twin, supercharged Yamaha 1.8L SVHO marine engines. These engines are the most technologically-advanced motors in a jet drive boat today. The Yamaha SVHO engine is powerful, fuel-efficient, and virtually maintenance-free.
And because these compact, lightweight engines and the driveline are placed deep inside the hull, acceleration is instant, bow rise is minimal, and more deck space is available for fun that would otherwise be wasted by a large, intruding engine compartment like that found on other brands’ jet boats.
Yamaha DRiVE Function with Paddle Controls
Yamaha’s flagship 275SD model features an industry-first low speed function called DRiVE. The patented DRiVE system allows the operator to maneuver this 27-foot jetboat precisely around docks, launch ramps, and other tight, congested spaces with confidence.
The DRiVE function is engaged using the Connext touchscreen. One touch and DRiVE is enabled. It’s that simple. Then, by using actuating paddle controls on the steering wheel, the operator can toggle between forward or reverse and can control speeds in both directions. And because there’s no gearcase to shift with a jet driveline, the action is completely seamless. At no time does the driver need to remove their hands from the steering wheel. The result is a new standard of slow speed maneuverability that is intuitive, comfortable, and convenient.
Yamaha Connext Touchscreen
Yamaha’s award-winning Connext touchscreen is the hub for the 275 Series entertainment functions, DRiVE control, GPS mapping, and important boat data when underway. And its minimalistic 12.3-inch “floating” design adds to the 275’s sophisticated helm layout
With more than 16 million colors and 1000 nits backlight, the Connext display is much brighter than a smartphone, making it easy to see in direct sunlight.
With the motors turned on, the main screen displays engine RPMs, water depth, fuel level, and operating speed. To control the other functions of the 275, just select the appropriate tab located across the top of the display.
Yamaha’s Connext touchscreen is intuitive, reliable, and made from the most durable materials available for marine electronics.
Industry-First Swim Up Stern Seating
Industry-first features can be found everywhere on the new Yamaha 275 series jetboats, including a new patent pending innovation on the stern
At anchor, two removable seats can be attached to the stern. These seats sit just below the water’s surface, providing comfortable in-water seating facing the transom of the jetboat.
With the ladder in between both seats, egress back on the boat is a breeze. When ready to go underway, merely bring the seats back on board.
Convertible Stern Lounges
One of the chief goals in the design of the new Yamaha 275 Series was to connect the stern and the cockpit areas so that the inside of the 275 feels like one large area for all types of entertaining.
To do that, Yamaha designers chose new convertible stern seating with seat backs that can be flipped forward or aft to provide versatile seating options throughout the stern and cockpit. The area overall is slightly larger than a full-size bed, so the options for lounging and entertaining are bigger than ever before.
Galley with Premium Counter and Plumbed Sink
The Yamaha 275 Series is designed for socializing, which makes its galley area such a great addition. This galley comes with one of the largest counters in its class and a plumbed sink that comes standard.
The galley area integrates perfectly with the flow of the boat, sculpted in aft of the driver and easily accessible for all passengers in the cockpit. Large storage areas under the counter provide space for a full weekend’s worth of supplies.
The sleek design combined with complete functionality makes this galley design a feature the premium boater will appreciate every time they’re out on the water.
Expansive Port-Side Storage/Head Compartment
Taking advantage of the wide beam on the 275 Series, Yamaha engineers were able to create an extra-large head compartment and port side storage area located just in front of the passenger captain’s seat.
With a huge door that swings open wide, accessing the area is a breeze, even for adults. The premium features continue inside the compartment with a new extendable shelf area with storage compartments.
From bow to stern, there is nothing cookie-cutter about the Yamaha 275 Series. From its striking good looks to industry-first innovations like DRiVE, the 275’s are the most exciting new models to enter the 27-foot runabout category in decades.
Engine Type: Twin 1.8L supercharged Yamaha SVHO marine engines
Displacement: 1812cc
Impeller: 3-blade, stainless steel Length: 27’
Beam: 9’ Fuel Capacity: 90 gallons Person
Capacity: Yacht Certified Storage
Capacity: 740 gallons
Assembled: Yamaha Jet Boat Manufacturing in Vonore, TN
<![CDATA[Boating Magazine Names Yamaha 210 FSH the 2018 Boat of the Year]]>Sat, 26 Jan 2019 20:29:52 GMThttp://www.sportjetboat.com/news/boating-magazine-names-yamaha-210-fsh-the-2018-boat-of-the-yearYamaha WaterCraft Group, a division of the Yamaha U.S. Marine Business Unit, announced today that Boating magazine named the Yamaha 210 FSH center console JetBoat as their choice for the 2018 Boat of Year.
Boat of the Year is the most prestigious media honor in the recreational boating industry, based on the opinion of Boating magazine editors who test more than 120 different makes and models of boats annually, and bring more than 100 years of combined professional boat-testing experience to the table.
“There exists no other group of experts with such a depth and breadth of experience. The choice for Boat of the Year is a decision forged in the crucible of this team’s experience. It is a choice for the boat that excels in its category more than any other boat excels in any other category,” said Boating Editor-InChief Kevin Falvey. “Yamaha’s affordable, jet-powered center-console for Jet boaters seeking a multi-mission vessel resulted in a well-designed Jet boat that proved versatile, finely crafted and laden with innovation.”
“We spent years researching the market, evaluating ways people use their Jet boats the most, and explored how to innovate to create something completely new. And that was the birth of the FSH Jetboat line for Yamaha,” said Bryan Seti, general manager of Yamaha’s WaterCraft Group. “To receive this prestigious award from Boating magazine commemorates all the hard work from our product team that went into creating this boat, and we’re thrilled to be able to share the fruits of their efforts with our FSH customers.”
The Yamaha 210 FSH Jetboat is the 21-foot edition of Yamaha’s center console FSH line that includes 19-foot models too. The 210 FSH Jetboat is available in three variations – the base model 210 FSH, an upgraded 210 FSH Deluxe, and the flagship 210 FSH Sport that comes with the features of the Deluxe with the addition of a custom T-top. All three jetboat models come with Yamaha's award-winning TR-1™ High Output marine engines.
The 210 FSH jet boat is special in that the boat includes all the features that fishing enthusiasts require, along with family features that are perfect for an entire day out on the water to include watersports, swimming, and lounging – all in the same jet boat, and at a competitive price starting under $40,000.
<![CDATA[YAMAHA‘S NEW WAKEBOOSTER WAKESURF TECHNOLOGY]]>Tue, 22 Jan 2019 00:30:00 GMThttp://www.sportjetboat.com/news/yamahas-new-wakebooster-wakesurf-technologyPicture
Yamaha also introduced a new technology that changes the game for wakesurfing. The new Yamaha Surf Package includes the Yamaha WakeBooster™, which attaches to the stern tie down and can be outfitted on either side of the boat to accommodate riders on both sides of the wake.

In contrast to other wake systems that push water down or away from the boat, the Yamaha WakeBooster pulls water energy in to the center of the wake, creating a larger, cleaner wave for surfing.
Also part of the Surf Package is a Yamaha tow rope and a custom wakesurf board that was co-designed with Slingshot®
“To develop this new surf technology we had to approach it from an entirely new standpoint, searching for ways to best capitalize on the advantages of jet propulsion in ways that had never been tried before,” continued Ricciardi.
“After years of testing, we began to realize the possibility of pulling water into the center of the wake, via a “scoop” design, where the influx of water combined with the power of our jets, created a larger surf pocket that extends further behind the boat, with a clean face, plenty of push and wave size to surf with ease.”
“The Yamaha WakeBooster totally changed the face of surfing behind Yamaha’s wake series boats for me,” said pro wake rider Danny Hampson. “With quick and easy installation, the WakeBooster shapes not only a surfable wave but a wave that lends itself to more progressive surfing. No longer are you worried about staying with the wave but instead, you can focus on what your next maneuver will be. This is surfing as it should be.”
<![CDATA[Yamaha WaterCraft Group, today introduced its 2019 boat line]]>Sun, 20 Jan 2019 23:30:00 GMThttp://www.sportjetboat.com/news/yamaha-watercraft-group-today-introduced-its-2019-boat-line
Yamaha WaterCraft Group, today introduced its 2019 boat line that includes a ground-up redesign of the top-selling 19- foot models, and enhancements to low-speed maneuverability, corrosion resistance and new interfaces on its touchscreen helm controls. In addition, the company announced a new wakesurfing technology that creates the largest, cleanest wake surf ever seen behind a jet powered boat.
The products were unveiled at the annual dealer meeting being held in San Diego, CA, where Yamaha also set out its strategy to remain the best-selling boat brand in the 19-foot, 21-foot, and 24-foot family runabout category.
“Our boats earned their place at the top of their class by offering a combination of innovative features, technology and performance that remain unmatched by the competition,” said Br yan Seti, Yamaha WaterCraft’s general manager. “Now we’re building on that foundation with a whole new design to our 19-foot boats that offers customers more value than ever before, as well as introducing important updates throughout the line for 2019.”


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Ballet in two acts and six scenes

Choreography Marius Petipa / Patrice Bart · Composer Ludwig Minkus

Saturday, 07. May 2016
07:30 pm – 10:05 pm

Duration est. 2 hours 35 minutes · 1. Akt (est. 07:30 pm - 08:40 pm ) · Interval (est. 08:40 pm - 09:10 pm ) · 2. Akt (est. 09:10 pm - 10:05 pm )

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Musikalische Leitung
Michael Schmidtsdorff
Marius Petipa
Patrice Bart
Bühne und Kostüme
Tomio Mohri
Maurizio Montobbio
Musikalische Einrichtung
Maria Babanina
Wolfgang Oberender

Ekaterina Petina
Daria Sukhorukova
Maxim Chashchegorov
Norbert Graf
Ilya Shcherbakov
Elaine Underwood
1. Variation
Alisa Scetinina
2. Variation
Mai Kono
3. Variation
Luiza Bernardes Bertho
Das Goldene Idol
Jonah Cook
  • Soloists and corps de ballet of the Bavarian State Ballet
  • Bayerisches Staatsorchester
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La Bayadère was the first work in a series of successful reconstructions of 19th century repertory which has been completed with Paquita in December 2014.

Created in 1877, La Bayadère is a mixture of an exotic tale, a thriller and a celebration of virtuosity. At its center are the two lovers: the priestess, the Bayadère, Nikija and the soldier Solor. The latter however is promised in marriage to Gamzatti, the daughter of the Radja, whilst the Great Brahman has fallen in love with his priestess Nikija. Nikija falls victim to murder by her rival and Solor dreams himself into the 'Kingdom of Shades' in order to be reunited with his love. What follows is one of the most famous, magnificent white acts in ballet history.

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Act I

Scene One: In front of the temple
The Great Brahmin, his priests and the temple dancers, called Bayadères, assemble for the festivities of the Holy Fire. The last to appear is Nikiya, the noblest and holiest of the Bayadères. The Great Brahmin vows Love to her, but she refuses him. Solor, a rich and noble warrior of royal caste, is on his way to a hunt. While he sends on his friends he secretly awaits Nikiya. Solor and Nikiya confess their love. The Bayadère demands of him his vow of fidelity. The Great Brahmin who has witnessed the meeting of the lovers desperately swears revenge.

Scene Two: In the palace of the Rajah
The Rajah announces to his daughter Gamzatti that her wedding with Solor, to whom she has been betrothed since childhood, will soon take place. She is enchanted by Solor, but does not understand why he behave in such a restrained way towards her. After a few dancers presented some entertainment the Great Brahmin appears to confess a secret to the Rajah. He tells him of the forbidden love between Nikiya and Solor, hoping that the Rajah might dispose of Solor. Instead, to the dismay of the Great Brahmin, the Rajah in blind fury orders Nikiya`s death. Gamzatti has overheard the conversation and sends her servant Aiya to call the Bayadère. She asks Nikiya to abandon Solor, offers her jewels as a reward. Nikiya refuses and in her despair attacks Gamzatti with a dagger. Aiya stops her, she can escape, Gamzatti swears her death.

Scene Three: In the garden of the palace
The engagement festivities of Solor and Ganzatti. A grand procession opens the festivities during which Solor presents a tiger as bag. The Great Brahmin brings Nikiya as a temple dancer in honour of the ceremony. Nikiya is given a basket with flowers by Aiya, which she takes to be a secret sign of love by Solor. However, it is by the rajah and his daughter who had a snake hidden in it. When Nikiya continues to dance, embracing the small basket, the viper attacks her with a deadly bite. The Great Brahmin offers Nikiya an antidote if only she would accept his love. She refuses it and dies, urging Solor never to forget his vow of love.

Act II

Scene Four: The Kingdom of Shades

Solar, haunted by reminiscences of Nikiya, seeks oblivion in opium. He finds himself in the Kingdom of Shades, united with Nikiya who introduces him to the world of shades and reminds him of his vow of eternal fidelity. On awakening he sees his friends and the Rajah who wants to accompany him to his wedding.

Scene Five: In the temple
A ritual procession unites Gamzatti and Solor for their wedding ceremony. The dance of the lotus flowers with Solor`s friends and the dance of the Golden Idol are symbols of the good wishes for beauty and riches to the couple. In the ensuing dance of Solor with Gamzatti Nikiya shade takes part, visible only for Solor. Solor decides in favour of life, of Gamzatti. In the moment of the wedding oath to which the couple is summoned by the Great Brahmin there happens a earthquake. The temple falls in ruins and everybody is buried under them.

Scene Six: Apotheosis
In the world hereafter we see Solor, Nikiya and Gamzatti united in the picture of eternal light.

The Bavarian State Ballet has worked on this version, together with the French choreographer Patrice Bart and the Japanese stage- and costume designer Tomio Mohri. The heart of the piece, the 'Kingdom of Shades' act, the betrothal celebration scene with it ceremonious line filing dance and some elaborate pantomime scenes can be seen in its original version.

The final act, lost in Russia since the beginning of the century, is part a new creation, part reconstruction.

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Guest Artist

Ekaterina Petina was born in Sevastopol. Ten years old she started training at the Waganova Academy in St. Petersburg. In 2001 she assumed her first engagement at the Mariinsky Theatre St. Petersburg where she among others danced solo parts. She also participated in various Mariinsky Theatre tours across Japan, England, China, Canada and Mexico. In 2009/2010 she became a Soloist with the Bavarian State Ballet and from the beginning of the season 2011/2012 she performed as First Solist. Ekaterina danced in the rank of Principal Dancer from the season 2014/2015 until the season 2015/2016. In the season 2016/2017 she returned as a guest artist.

Debuts with the Bayerisches Staatsballett
Olympia in The Lady of the Camellias (J. Neumeier)
Odaliske in Shéhérazade (M. Fokine)
Girlfriend in Raymonda (R. Barra)
Odalisk in Le Corsaire (M. Petipa/I. Liška)
Pas de deux 2 in Artifact (W. Forsythe)
Rival in Série Noire - A choreographic murder mystery (T. Kohler)
Woman 3 in My Ravel: Whichever Way he looks... (J. Mannes), creation
Nymph in My Ravel: Daphnis and Chloé (T. Kohler), creation
Lilac Fairy, Violente fairy, Duchess and Rubin in Sleeping Beauty (M. Petipa/I. Liška)
Pas de Six in The Taming of the Shrew (J. Cranko)
Bianca in The Taming of the Shrew (J. Cranko)
Princess Odette in Illusions - like Swan Lake (J. Neumeier)
Dulcinea in Don Quijote (R. Barra after M. Petipa/A. Gorski, tradition)
Mercedes in Don Quijote (R. Barra after M. Petipa/A. Gorski, tradition)
Katharina in The Taming of the Shrew (J. Cranko)
Princess Natalia in Illusions - like Swan Lake (J. Neumeier)
Louise in The Nutcracker (J. Neumeier)
Broken Fall (R. Maliphant)
1st Pas de trois in Goldberg-Variations (J. Robbins)
1st Pas de deux in Goldberg-Variations (J. Robbins)
Odette/Odile in Swan Lake (R. Barra)
Nikiya in La Bayadère (M.Petipa/P. Bart)
2nd Pas de deux in Goldberg-Variations (J. Robbins)
The Woman in Song of the Earth (K. MacMillan)
6th Variation in Birthday Offering (F. Ashton)
Hippolyta/Titania in A Midsummer Night's Dream (J. Neumeier)
Paquita in Paquita (M. Petipa/A. Ratmansky)
Marguerite Gautier in The Lady of the Camellias (J. Neumeier)
Soloist 1st movement in Symphony in C (G. Balanchine)
2nd and 3rd Pas de deux in In the Night (J. Robbins)

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Mike Tyson reveals how smoking toad venom changed his life

By Mirror: Tuesday, May 21st 2019 at 09:06 GMT +3 | Boxing
Ex-World boxing champion Mike Tyson [Courtesy]

Mike Tyson has revealed smoking toad venom has mellowed him.

Former heavyweight champion Tyson was one of the most feared boxers in history due to his explosive style but also had problems away from the ring.

The American served three years of a six year sentence for raping a teenager in 1991.

But cannabis advocate Tyson no longer wants to been seen as a monster or leave a terrible legacy and believes that the hallucinogenic drug, which is found in Sonoran Desert toad of northern Mexico, has helped temper him.

“I don’t want to be that monster when I die, I don’t want to be remembered as that guy," Tyson, 52, told ESPN Player.

"He is very toxic and dangerous for my family and my wife. He doesn’t care about them but they are all I care about.

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“But I know what it took to make that guy and the experiences we went through to make him so I know he will not disappear overnight.

“I really don’t have much regret. My violence, my drug habits, my reckless sexual escapades, my street fights and car accidents, all that time is over and I am still here so now it is about making a better life for my family. I am grateful for existing and having another life.”

“Once I smoked it, everything went boom! When I came down my brain was functioning and I could talk but I was saying ‘I f***ed up’.

"I killed myself because I killed my ego and my life totally changed.

“It sounds like a movie script but it’s the real deal and now I wake up smiling and laughing and I wonder ‘what the f*** happened?’

“It lasts forever but it only took 15 minutes. As soon as I realised I was nothing, all my fancy stuff didn’t matter.

“When you think you know everything and then you realise you don’t know anything, then it is a big awakening. You can call it growth or divine intervention.

“I won’t say it is God but it was the death of my ego, I felt so naked and afraid because all I ever had was my ego and that made me a very special and famous person.”

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Employees today are no longer chained to their desks nine to five (or longer), Monday to Friday. According to the recent ‘Mobile Collaboration Survey’ from Plantronics, eight out of ten workers say that their companies allow flexible and mobile working.

But while the ability to work from anywhere at any time can boost employee productivity and efficiency – not to mention engagement – it also poses some challenges, especially for IT professionals.

Another Plantronics study, conducted by Spiceworks, surveyed 400 U.S. IT professionals and found that 60% say that their organisations don’t fully understand the challenges faced by remote workers, who still need to collaborate with each other regardless of where they are. As a result, IT is both dealing with increased requests for support from remote workers – 92% of remote workers call IT when they have technology issues – and grappling with the best way to equip these individuals so they can be effective at their jobs. Among survey respondents, 44% have increased support for mobile workers in the past two years, and 53% expect this trend will continue over the next two years.

According to the research, the key technology issues for remote workers are:

• Unreliable internet (49%)
• Background noise when on calls (28%)
• Distractions (16%)

Remote workers depend heavily on collaboration apps, relying on an average of three, all of which require some user proficiency to maximize their potential. Top tools include Skype for Business, GoToMeeting, Dropbox, Skype and WebEx. Yet only 50% of IT professionals offer users guidelines on how to optimise their remote working experience.

The research shone a light on small businesses too. These firms also support mobile workers by providing:

• Mobile phone data plan
• Mobile internet access/hotspot
• Headset for laptop/mobile device (76% of organizations purchased a professional headset; half were Plantronics)
• Internet access at home

Employee mobility is clearly the way forward for small businesses. By providing staff with the right mobile devices and the ability to get online anywhere, along with guidance on best practice, these companies can enable employees who are on the road to never feel too far from the office.

What challenges are today’s employees facing and what are the available solutions?
The way we work is changing. Increased mobility and collaboration mean a wider range of working styles is emerging. Collaboration is about working together to get the job done. And it can only happen when employees are able to share ideas, opinions, and information—in other words, when they can communicate with one another.

Our research also provided key insights into employees who rely on technology to work remotely. We found they were divided into three main types: the Flexi Worker, the Road Warrior and the Connected Executive

Flexible professionals
Flexible professionals can work from a fixed desk, but more often move around both within an office and between offices. You’ll also frequently see them taking work home. They’re always adjusting to different environments, and must cope with different levels of background noise and variable connectivity. These employees face challenges such as background noise when on a call, and collaboration with colleagues that they aren’t physically close to, as well as being out of the information loop when working remotely.

For Flexi Workers, our solution is:
Voyager Focus UC, the Stereo Bluetooth headset for both PC and mobile calls with the sophisticated noise cancelling and immersive stereo sound.

Mobile professionals
Whether they’re on the way to a sales meeting; en-route to fix a customer’s equipment; or heading off to a conference or exhibition, they’re always on the go. Connectivity can be an issue both when travelling and at customers’ premises. One of their biggest issues is that these employees have no control over background noise. They face challenges such as communicating when noise or bad connections make it tricky or getting connected when on the move.

For Mobile Professionals, our solution is:
Voyager 5200 UC, the Bluetooth headset featuring the most advanced, adaptive noise cancelling and WindSmart® technology that cancels out disruptive noise enabling you to be heard clearly regardless of where you are.

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These key decision-makers are often involved in important meetings. They’re major players resolving major issues and you’ll see them creating high-level opportunities too. A faulty connection or out-of-date information has a massive impact not just on their productivity, but on the image of the company too. These employees face challenges such as staying connected across all devices, hearing and being heard on a call when they’re a remote participant and background noise.

For Connected Executives, our solution is:
Savi W740, the wireless system allowing workers to simultaneously listen and communicate on both their PC and desk phone, offering full mobility in the office.

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Balance for Better: Being a Female Creative Director

Running a design studio is one of the things I’m most proud of - I love what I do and the people I get to work with on a daily basis. For me, this is the dream job. So I was shocked to learn that I’m in a very rare position. Only 3% of Creative Directors in the UK are women.

I am currently sitting on a green velvet sofa in the middle of the work space in our studio. The studio is very much a work-in-progress - the stairs are mid-way through their first coat of paint, the floor hasn’t been varnished yet and there’s a line of pictures leaning against the wall ready to be put up. But I love this studio. It is a place I have imagined for such a long time. A place where I can nurture talent, create beautiful work, meet fascinating people and do a job I adore.

For as long as I can remember I have wanted to run my own business. I didn’t always think it would be a design business, but I knew I wanted to start something of my own and grow it into something I could be proud of. When I met Ewan at university, we clicked over our shared love for a challenge - both of us had been selling our design work in one way or another since we were in high school and were deeply frustrated by being told we weren’t allowed to continue this while we studied. I was a fine artist, painting whenever I had a free moment (and often when I should really have been somewhere else).

When I was 16, my stepdad encouraged me to enter one of my pieces, an oil painting of a cat, into the Tate-Times Painting Challenge he had seen advertised in the newspaper. He saw something in my work and believed I had a shot. The theme was ‘Poetry and Dreams’, which fitted beautifully with my painting because the cat had huge, glassy eyes that looked very dream-like. I sent off my application and forgot all about it until a call came to say I had made the final cut and my piece would be hung in the Tate Modern.

He saw something in my work and believed I had a shot.

Seeing my work in the famous gallery gave me a taste for what could happen if I just put myself out there. It was the most incredible feeling. I spent that whole day thinking about what I was going to do next and how I could use this opportunity. I decided I would put on an exhibition of my other pieces, so I put a call out in the local paper for venues. A beautiful cider museum offered me the use of their gallery space free of charge, so I set about gathering sponsorship for the framing of my work. I approached all the businesses in my town and offered to have their logo included on a board in the exhibition, in exchange for them covering the cost of a frame. Within a month I had raised over £3,000. This was enough to cover all the framing, but also left me enough change to commission a basic website design so I could start selling online. At 17, I was in business.

Over the next few years I painted commissions of people’s pets to fund my way through college and my first year at uni. I entered more competitions, winning prize money that covered the cost of a DSLR, new clothes and, in my second year, paid for the rent on a small flat in Cardiff. I worked in a little shop in my home town in the summer holidays and crammed in every hour I could there - turning up an hour before opening and staying late into the evening to redesign the shelves, work on the website or unpack stock. I was often there by myself and found there was something so addictive about looking after the business and helping it to succeed. I think that’s where my love of business really blossomed.

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Fast forward a few years and I meet Ewan at uni. We decide the Illustration course isn’t for us (mainly because we were being encouraged to focus on our studies rather than our commercial work) and we drop out at the end of second year. Our families are hugely supportive and everyone encourages us to do what we want to do in order to be happy.

In 2013 we found out we were having our daughter, Alex. When we started to look into our options for maternity/paternity leave, neither of us liked the way the system would work. The idea of one of us taking time off while the other worked seemed so unfair. At that time you couldn’t choose to split your time or alternate responsibilities - it was very much one of us could stay home for 6 or 12 months and the other needed to go back to work after 2 weeks. Neither of us wanted to miss out on watching Alex grow up, and we knew we’d go crazy if we couldn’t choose to work.

We decided that if the workplace wasn’t going to offer us the parental equality we wanted, we’d go and make it for ourselves - so in December 2013, two weeks before Alex was born, we started Steele & Stovell.

We decided that if the workplace wasn’t going to offer us the parental equality we wanted, we’d go and make it for ourselves.

Of course there’s a whole other story about how tricky it is to run a brand new business while bringing up a baby (and in our case, renovating our first home at the same time) but the short version is that we made it work. We put the hours in, we took everything in turns, and we worked as equals. Ewan and I are Partners in this business in every sense - we balance each other out, we help each other as best we can and we spend just the same amount of time with our daughter.

I’m sharing this with you because today is International Women’s day, and this year the focus of the campaign is #BalanceForBetter.

My role within Steele & Stovell is Creative Director - I am responsible for the direction of all of our design projects from start to finish. I work with my team to create concepts that I believe will deliver for the clients, and ensure all the details are exactly as they should be. I make all of the decisions within our studio. It’s a role I have naturally fallen into and therefore live and breathe. What I didn’t realise is that being a female Creative Director is an unusual thing.

Last year I became aware of Kerning the Gap - a collective of like-minded people who want to see more women in design leadership roles. It caught my eye because I didn’t realise there were a lack of women in senior positions in design. Turns out I couldn’t have been more wrong. 70% of design students are female, but only 3% make it into Creative Director roles.

Of course this isn’t an issue specific to design. We’re all aware of the pay gap and the lack of women sitting at board-level. I’m not here to shock you with statistics or make you feel rubbish about the world. In fact I’d like to do quite the opposite.

The Drum’s 2015 list of the top 100 ‘designerati’ features 13 women.
— Kerning the Gap

I wanted to thank all of the people who have encouraged me to step out and do the things I have wanted to do. My stepdad encouraged me to take that first step and send my painting off to The Times. My family supported me when I worked through the night on commissions and had to frantically play catch-up with coursework for school. My friends were kind when I couldn’t afford to get them birthday presents because I had a new business and a new baby, and now they have my back whenever I need advice or guidance. My in-laws helped us out with childcare whenever we were stuck. I wonder whether we would have such an issue with the gender gap at senior level if more people were as supportive and unbiased as those that were around me when I was starting out? If more people encouraged and supported the women around them when they wanted to work, and didn’t ridicule the men in their lives if they would rather be at home with the kids, would we have such issues surrounding the assumption that women are going to disappear off on maternity leave?

The design studios Ewan and I interned with and freelanced for in the early days were both female run - Betsy Benn and Kerstin Klerke (now Fruition London). They probably had no idea that they had made an impression, but because we had worked with them it never even entered my mind that a woman ‘couldn’t’ run a studio.

A balanced world is a better world. Celebrate women’s achievement. Raise awareness against bias.
— International Women's Day

There are lots of wonderful people out there working very hard to close this gap and bring balance into the workplace across all sectors, like Mary Portas who recently published her book ‘Work Like A Woman’. She looks at how traditionally ‘male’ traits have dominated the corporate world and made it impossible for anyone with ‘female’ values to reach the top, and explores how we can all do more to break this cycle and introduce a new way of working that will help to equalise the playing field. It’s well worth a read if it’s not already on your bedside table.

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In the design world, fabulous designer duo Two Girls Co. have released an enamel ‘Girls Who Design’ pin with the aim of opening up the conversation and bringing more diversity to creativity. We all have them and I’d encourage any other female designers to bag yourself one. These are great ladies doing a brilliant job of discussing the 3% issue.

And as far as our contribution - I’m making a conscious effort to educate myself about my industry and the lack of equality at senior level. I am trying to cultivate a working environment built on kindness, compassion and encouragement, where teamwork and collaboration is encouraged. I also visited a local secondary school last week to talk to year 8 and 9 kids about a career in design, and am pleased to say there were a pretty equal mix of boys and girls who came to chat to me and get more information. Frustratingly the GSCE design class only had three girls in it, but hopefully that will be a different story this time next year.

I hope that you will also take a moment today to consider your workplace and the decisions you make within your business to see if there are ways you can improve the balance. I’d be so interested to hear your thoughts on this topic so do pop me a message if you’d like to contribute to the discussion - @bekki_stovell and

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STEVENS POINT — When Joshua Fager started his five-year service in the United States Navy, he was looking for maturity and discipline.

His life wasn't on track the way he wanted it to be, and he decided the military could get him pointed in the right direction.

When he left active service in September 2013, he faced a new challenge: what to do with all his new freedom after years of living under strict military discipline. He was going to school at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point to earn a degree in ecosystem restoration and management, where no one was telling him when he had to wake up, when to eat or when to do his homework.

"It's tough, but it's definitely worthwhile," said Fager, who is president of the university's Veteran's Club.

The freedom associated with exiting the military is just one challenge veterans face when they transition into civilian life, and Portage County's veterans services officer Mike Clements wants to do more to improve that transition.

Clements is looking to relocate his office in the County-City Building on Strongs Avenue into a new space where he can set veterans up with a private space as they meet with various resources to help with life outside the military, particularly with employment.

Clements said he intends to take advantage of a program through AMVETS, which will supply the county with two computers that veterans can use to search for jobs and meet with the region's Disabled Veterans Outreach Program representative. The AMVETS program would pay for the computers, their upkeep and associated costs.

Veterans who now want time with the DVOP meet in a public space at the library. The county has one computer available in Clements' office for veterans who don't have computer access.

"I just wanted to have a nicer, dedicated space where the DVOP could come meet with them in a private space versus the library," Clements said. "It would be convenient because they wouldn't have to sit out here with other people in the waiting area; they would be in a private room and now everybody wouldn't have to be in their business."

Clements recommends that the county's approximately 4,600 veterans seek him out when they need help finding employment — which can range from needs such as finding opportunities to needing clothing for interviews to creating a resume suited for a civilian job.

"There is help available, and sometimes it can be frustrating (going) months and months being unemployed," he said. "If they use their resources that are available, hopefully it will help their job search immensely."

Sari Lesk can be reached at 715-345-2257. Follow her on Twitter as @Sari_Lesk.

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Parent Involvement

Thirty years of research confirms that parent/family involvement is a powerful influence on children’s achievement in school. As embodied in No Child Left Behind Act of 2001 and historically within The Elementary and Secondary Education Act, when schools work together with parents/families to support learning, children are inclined to succeed not just in school, but throughout life. Such participation of parents and families is critical not only in the very beginning of the educational process, but throughout a child’s entire academic career. When families are involved in their children’s education, children tend to earn higher grades, receive higher scores on tests, attend school more regularly, complete homework, demonstrate positive attitudes and behaviors, graduate from high school at higher rates, impart positive student achievement, and are more likely to enroll in higher education than students with less involved parents/families. Partnerships among parents/families, schools and communities help students reach high standards by addressing the range of barriers that can impede a student’s academic progress. By reaching out to involve parents in education, schools send a message that education is important and builds critical support for students as they learn.

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We’re really excited to be partnering with Make Lunch to help fill the Holiday Hunger Gap in our community. Make Lunch works with churches to provide a hot and healthy meal to children who would normally receive Free School Meals, in the School Holiday period. We launched this project in Summer 2018 and over the course of 5 weeks we

  • Opened for 10 sessions
  • Fed 107 unique children
  • Served 301 meals to children
  • Served 113 meals to parents
  • Were served by 38 volunteers giving over 350hours of their time

During the course of the project we have made good connections with local businesses and charities and are pleased that it has continued in every half term and school holiday

We are always seeking volunteers, in 3 teams- The Kitchen Team, The Kids Team and The Welcome Team.

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Stopping smoking is one of the single most beneficial things that you can do for your health.

We know that quitting smoking isn’t always easy. People who get support from their local stop smoking service find it easier to stop and are four times more likely to stay smokefree. Our Stop Smoking Advisors have lots of experience in helping people just like you to quit smoking.

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James had been smoking for over 46 years and was referred to the Vascular Clinic after having difficulties walking. It was having an impact on his daily routines, and he also frequently had pain at night, causing disturbed sleep. James was seen by his vascular consultant, Mr Stannard, in December 2016 and was strongly advised to quit smoking before having surgery, to reduce post-operative complications and improve his long term health.

He was referred to the Stop Smoking Service, seen by a Stop Smoking Advisor the same day, and both James and his wife quit the next day.

Making the decision to quit has had a huge impact on James’ daily life:
“Before, I couldn’t walk more than 50 metres at a time. From the house to the corner, that was it; I’d have to stop and rest my leg. Now I’m doing about two miles a day with the dog.”

James is now encouraging those around him to take the challenge and quit too!

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Why does my chimney need sweeping?

Chimney maintenance is extremley important to keep appliances and fires running safely. Having your chimney swept ensures the safety of you and your family and significantly reduces the risk of Carbon Monoxide poisoning or a devestating chimney fire.

Tar and soot collects in any type of chimney wether it be a clay pots or a stainless steel flexible liner, woodburner or gas fire. Getting your chimney swept also means appliances will run more efficiently and will be easier to light.

So if your looking for an annual sweep, considering bringing a disused flue back into use, having problems with birds and nesting or would just like some advice, please feel free to give me a call or make a booking.

How we sweep your chimney

As well as cleaning your chimney, a standard sweep includes an inspection of the appliance, flue, chimney stack, pot and terminal.

This allows me to select the appropriate method for cleaning your flue, be it the traditional way with rod and brush, a modern rotary power sweep, or the latest spring loaded flexible liner sweeping technology.

Your fireplace will be effectively sealed, sheets layed down and a purpose built triple filtered vacuum cleaner will be used to prevent any soot from escaping into the room.

Following the sweep we will carry out a smoke draw test and issue you with our own safety checklist certificate, which will record the results of the sweep and give any safety advice thats needed.

Your chimney is designed to withstand sweeping as part of its routine maintenance. If for any reason faulty cowls, pots, brickwork or linings should become dislodged during this process The Stove Doctor can not accept responsibility for these occurences.

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Is technology related change the key to business success?

The enterprise world is littered with technology-driven solutions that have been around for some time. Whether it’s server infrastructure or word processing packages, upgrading the entire company to the latest and greatest offerings can prove a costly exercise.

However, while it’s easy for an organization to get set in its ways to some extent, changes and innovation in the way the company leverages technology will likely breed success.

Technology and growth mechanisms

In Gartner’s latest CEO and Senior Business Executive Survey the research company revealed that more of the high-level decision makers within big businesses are shifting their focus from an interest in growth, to the technology mechanisms that can create it.

“When we examine the subtext of the responses [to the survey], the purpose of CEOs’ interest in technology becomes immediately obvious. Over half of the responses relate to revenue-and growth-related technology issues,” explained Mark Raskino, vice president and Gartner fellow.

Business intelligence and analytics were also high on the priority for C-suite executives, as the added focus on finding the most defined insights to pour back into the strategic management of the enterprise will continue well into 2016.

Digital security risks

As technology continues to fundamentally change the way that companies carry out business, the increased security risks and cyberthreats that more intricate IT infrastructure can present are being noted by high-level employees.

However, the level of capital needed to see off the most complex issues is leaving organizations in a precarious position. In Gartner’s survey, 65 per cent of 400 respondents maintained that ‘investment in risk management practices is not keeping up with new and higher levels of risk’.

While technology isn’t the be-all and end-all when it comes to tackling threats, there can be little denying that companies will benefit from investing in more innovative practices. When twinned with the role that digital infrastructure can play across the wider enterprise, the technology-focus of many organizations looks set to continue for some time to come.


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Our road spending is unsustainable and not worth it

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Our friends at City Observatory recently shared this article about the true cost of roads. In it, Joe Cortright discusses the findings in a recent Congressional Budget Office report that, while careful to tiptoe around the truth, nonetheless confirms what most Strong Towns readers already know: We cannot sustain our road spending and the return on our investment is minimal.

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Though couched in the careful technocratic language of the budget analyst—[in the report] you’ll read about how alternative financial arrangements would enable better “performance” and create greater “efficiency”—the translation is straightforward: the big cause of our transportation problems is that we’re charging road users the wrong price. [...] Collectively, road users are paying too little for what they use, which is why taxpayers have had to chip in more than $140 billion over the past seven years to make up shortfalls in the Highway Trust Fund.

$140 billion in taxpayer money to support infrastructure that only a fraction of the population can use, and which causes the deaths of thousands of people every year?

As if that weren't bad enough, Joe also points out that the report shows (again, something most of us probably already knew) that the return on road investment is limited.  We are channelling hundreds of billions into maintaining and expanding a system that does little for (and more often harm to) economic growth, and yet that's the number one reason the politicians and road lobbyists use to try and convince us that we need road funding.

As is the case with parking, the price of driving must be adjusted to reflect true costs, or we taxpayers will continue to subsidize unsustainable infrastructure. Joe writes:

The fact that many road users face prices that are far lower than the costs they impose on the system means that highways are over-used, and that there isn’t enough money to maintain or improve them. Getting prices right would lead to less peak demand (shifting travel to un-congested periods, when it can be accommodated with the existing infrastructure) and thus improving service for users who value travel time improvements.

This why we at Strong Towns advocate for #NoNewRoads until our leaders can come up with a better system for funding them. You can learn more about our campaign here.

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A NEET or neet is a young person who is “Not in Education, Employment, or Training”. The acronym NEET was first used in the United Kingdom but its use has spread to other countries including Japan and South Korea.

In the United Kingdom, the classification comprises people aged between 16 and 24 (some 16-year-olds are still of compulsory school age); the subgroup of NEETs aged 16–18 is frequently of particular focus. In Japan, the classification comprises people aged between 15 and 34 who are unemployed, not engaged in housework, not enrolled in school or work-related training, and not seeking work.

NEET is to be distinguished from the newly coined NLEET rate used in the 2013 report on Global Employment Trends for Youth by the International Labor Organization. The NLEET rate stands for “neither in the labor force nor in education, employment or training”. It is similar to NEET but excludes the unemployed since they are still included in the labor force.

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When purchasing a Silicon Valley home, smart buyers obtain a home inspection before signing on the dotted line. A professional inspector may be able to uncover problems that aren't readily seen during your first walkthrough. But did you know that inspections aren't only meant as a tool for buyers? They can be helpful for sellers, too. So, why should Silicon Valley home sellers get a home inspection before they list?

Did you know a home inspection isn't just for buyers? They help Silicon Valley home sellers, too. A pre-listing home inspection gives you time to fix problems before a buyer sees them. In turn, you could get more money for your home.

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Search North Bayshore Homes for SaleFirst, Silicon Valley home sellers benefit from a pre-listing home inspection for the exact reason a buyer does. It shows potential problems. Having a property inspection in hand allows you a chance to fix issues before your home hits the market. If you deem the cost of the problem to be fixed is too much for you to take care of, may I suggest you obtain three estimates on the price to repair from reputable Silicon Valley companies? Then, you can present the estimates to a buyer at a later time. Studies show that buyers overestimate the cost of repairs by as much as 200%. In turn, buyers often ask for a significant discount on the list price to offset the costs of these repairs (another reason doing repairs before listing benefits the seller).

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Next, once problems are identified, they can be addressed. When you take care of issues before you list, you have time to shop around for the best deals. If you're not in a rush, you can negotiate with repair companies for their services.

Buyers Like Transparency

One common mistake that Silicon Valley sellers make is not letting buyers know about past problems with a property. While you may worry that revealing this information might scare buyers away, it's just the opposite, buyers like transparency. And, if you've already addressed the problem and can show them it has been repaired or fully disclosed, they'll appreciate your honesty even more.

Whether you're selling your home in San Jose or Los Altos, Mountain View or Sunnyvale, it would be wise to have a professional home inspection performed before you list. Even in a highly sought-after market like ours, Silicon Valley home sellers want to get the best price they can for their homes. Taking care of problems before they list is an excellent step in accomplishing that goal. Contact me when you're ready to put your property on the market.

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  • Does Google Still Believe in Pagerank?

    One of the factors that used to be the hallmark of Google as the search giant is its flagship concept, the “PageRank”. We can say that the entire world of SEO revolved around the concept of pagerank. Today you do not get to hear about pagerank. One of the questions that haunts the webmasters recently is whether Google still believes in Pagerank. One of the rumours that we keep hearing recently is that Google is going to drop the concept of pagerank. Is this true? Will Google drop one of its key concepts that made the search engine stand distinct from the rest of the search engines?

    Does Google Still Believe in Pagerank

    Let us take a little deeper look at Google’s stand on pagerank. Google says that pagerank is not the end goal but it is just an in-between goal to what Google wants. This is what Google actually says about PR in one of its post in its official blog, Beyond PageRank: Graduating to actionable metrics and this was posted way back in 2011. Despite that, many webmasters have not got the point and they try to propagate their false views and misconceptions.

    “the PR you see publicly is different from the number our algorithm actually uses for ranking. Why bother with a number that’s at best three steps removed from your actual goal, when you could instead directly measure what you want to achieve? Finding metrics that are directly related to your business goals allows you to spend your time furthering those goals.”

    SEOs observe that Google’s has not updated its pagerank tool bar for the past six months. Google has not made any changes to its pagerank tool bar since early February. This can mean that Google is shifting its focus.

    Are you too spending a lot of time in boosting your pagerank and doing things that you think will improve your pagerank? If you are doing this, it is high time that you changed your approach. Pagerank does not reflect your ranking directly any more the close connection that used to exist between pagerank and ranking is not there any longer. Google makes numerous changes to its algorithm constantly every month and this takes Google away from its pagerank concept further and further.

    Rather than wasting time on Pagerank and the related issues try to work on things that really matter the most. Today what matters the most to Google are good content and powerful signals from the social media. You focus on these two concepts and everything else that you wanted for your website will automatically follow. Design stringent social media marketing campaigns. Focus on your SMM efforts and keep them clean.

    Google has removed pagerank from the webmasters tool way back in 2009. You should be looking for alternatives to boost your page rank. Google visibly discourages webmasters to stop looking at the pagerank. When Google itself is going to underplay one of its distinguishing factors, why should we be bothered about it?

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BAC clinch Bulawayo Metropolitan cricket title

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BAC clinch Bulawayo Metropolitan cricket title Bulawayo Athletic Club captain Fleming Nkomo prepares to send down a delivery

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Mehluli Sibanda, Senior Sports Reporter

BULAWAYO Athletic Club are the winners of the recently concluded Bulawayo Metropolitan Cricket Association First League.

Led by all-rounder Fleming Nkomo, BAC finished on top of the log with 67 points, followed by Emakhandeni on 64.

Third were Queens Sports while Roosters ended at the bottom of the log. That meant that Roosters, champions of the BMCA First League the previous season have now been demoted.

BAC won 10 of the 15 league matches they played in the just ended season with three defeats and two abandoned fixtures. For Roosters, it was just a terrible season which saw them record just one win and lost 12 times with two of their matches called off.

 Nkomo felt that they deserved to be champions since they put in a lot of hard work during the course of the season.

“It feels great to win the league after a long time, I think as a team we deserved it because we put in the effort and it paid off,’’ Nkomo said.

On what was crucial in BAC winning the league, Nkomo pointed to the competition for slots in the team.

“The key thing in winning the league was the competition we created within ourselves as a team but mainly it was how close we were as teammates, we were one big family,’’ he said.

Some of the outstanding players for BAC were Tafara Mupariwa, Charlton Tshuma, Mandisi Moyo and Emmanuel Sharara. Schoolboys, Craig Moyo and Brandon James who are both at Christian Brothers College bowled extremely well with another youngster Talent Dzikiti.

Nust have now been promoted to the province’s top competition after years of trying. The students have for years been trying to earn promotion and while they managed to win their league, they were unable to win the play-off against the bottom team from the upper competition.

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Football fans miss Bulawayo derby

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Football fans miss Bulawayo derby Photo: Action from Highlanders versus Chicken Inn

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Lovemore Dube

THE ultimate Bulawayo derby from the country’s admission into Fifa in 1963 has been the Highlanders FC versus  Zimbabwe Saints clash.

Newspaper sales shot up with stories and pictures of everyone’s idol.

Yesterday Highlanders clashed with Chicken Inn at Barbourfields Stadium. There was no euphoria in the build-up to the game.

City residents went about life as usual during the week. Talk was mainly on price hikes and boardroom challenges at the country’s oldest club.

Back then we are told fights erupted in the streets the day the fixture was announced. Groups of men at street corners in Bulawayo’s Central Business District and at the once thriving industrial sites would review the previous encounter, preview the next game, anticipate changes precipitated by new arrivals.

Ever since the demise of Zimbabwe Saints a decade ago, Bulawayo has never been as abuzz in the build-up to any of the derbies as was the case in the 1970s and 1980s.

The big match fever between Bosso and Saints faded in the first part of the 1990s but came back to life in the last bit and the early 2000s.

The derbies created stars. Great footballers literally took the challenge to invent or re-invent themselves at such matches. Coaches did little in terms of input on tactics, every player felt compelled to be available for selection for bragging results at pubs and shebeens.

Some would even conceal injuries just to be part of the final 13 in the past. Derbies were self-motivating games and drew the real spirit of rivalry as there was so much at stake to fight for.

Until Saints’ collapse sets of both teams’ supporters found reason to put on regalia and display whatever club colours on their cars and yards. The atmosphere would be generated days before the event and everything about Bulawayo would be about the match.

In the 1970s Highlanders would parade gems like Tymon Mabaleka, Barry Daka, Cavin Duberly, Tommy Masuku, Isaac Mafaro, Stanley Nyika, Itai Chieza and the likes of Majuta Mpofu who would play for pride and the club logo. Saints too would not be short of stars fielding Gibson Homela, Francis Ngara, Chita Antonio, Simon Supiya, Andrew “Mai Maria” Kadengu, William Sibanda, Max Tshuma and Moses Moyo, who would take to the field knowing how high the stakes were.

It was not about the money to be earned after winning the derby as a pittance was paid if ever there was anything in the coffers. Apart from bragging rights there were other untold benefits in the community accruing to the stars of the day.

The Chibuku Cup Final at Barbourfields Stadium in 1988 pitting Bosso and Chikwata won by the latter through a Jimmy Phiri goal and the Rothmans Shield final in which Tshilamoyo got their revenge stand out as some of the most fiercely contested derbies of all time. There was cream on display from both sides.

A cup final pitting a Highlanders side with Peter Nkomo, Mercedes Sibanda, Dumisani Nyoni, Simon Ncube, Alexander Maseko, Willard Khumalo, Tobias Mudyambanje, Tito Paketh, Titus Majola and Tanny Banda and similarly John Sibanda, Misheck Sibanda, Josphat Humbasha, Ephraim Chawanda, Jimmy Phiri, Joseph Machingura, Obey Sova, Mayor Eric, Garikayi Rwodzi and Henry Mckop drew a full house.

Fans trickled out of the stadium happy with a really gruelling encounter with passion, skill and plenty of goalmouth action. Fireworks were what fans paid to watch.

The Big Bulawayo derby now is the match between Chicken Inn consistent performers in the Premiership in the last five years and Highlanders. For football on the pitch it is a titanic clash pitting the city’s two big guns with contrasting expectations.

Chicken Inn who are sponsored by the leading food outlets company in the country and a number of other partners, want to enhance brand visibility through football success. In the decade they have been in existence they have achieved that by winning the title and finishing in the top echelons of the league for fun. They may not be a team commanding hundreds of supporters, the players play for the club and themselves and have been boosted by successful buys by South African clubs of stars like Elvis Chipezeze and Teenage Hadebe.

On the other end Highlanders have built a beautiful resume since winning promotion to the elite league in 1972. They are the old guard of the league with Dynamos and Caps United and are the only three still standing since 1980 when a majority of the old clubs have been relegated like Hwange and Black Rhinos a number of times and a number of them now extinct.

Highlanders commands one of the biggest followings in Southern Africa and have dwarfed every other football project in the city in terms of fans. They are the team of choice, only second to Dynamos in the land in terms of achievements on the pitch with over 50 pieces of silverware since 1926.

Their derby with Chicken Inn is more of a damp squib than the full houses that the Bosso-Saints drew in the city. The match does not arouse much business interest even for vendors as not more than 200 people would be in the red and black corner which tends to be drowned by the Bosso multitudes at Barbourfields.

Chicken Inn need to aggressively market themselves as a Bulawayo team. They must start with recruiting more locals for their first team so that the masses relate with their project.

There is a need for more community projects involving the players as a majority are detached from the people they play for.

Throughout the week there was little save for the few articles in the dailies to suggest that yesterday’s match was a big game.

Yet for clubs coached by yesteryear greats Madinda Ndlovu a multi-nicknamed legend and Joey Antipas there should have been so much in Bulawayo to talk about the game in the build-up.

There is a sprinkling of good talent on both sides.

Saints’ demise left a big yawning football gap.

Bulawayo football fans yearn for yet another real derby atmosphere.

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The Full Marvel December 2018 Solicitations!

The full Marvel December 2018 solicitations!

The full Marvel December 2018 solicitations have been released, and in the gallery viewer below, you can now check out all the artwork, synopses and product images for more than 100 different upcoming Marvel releases!

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Included in the Marvel November 2018 solicitations is the debut of a brand new X-Force #1 from writer Ed Brisson and artist Dylan Burnett. In the series is Cable is dead…and now, the original X-Force team of Domino, Cannonball, Shatterstar, Boom Boom and Warpath. must hunt down the murderer of their former leader! The mutant militia are hot for blood…but when their target is the time-traveling younger version of their fallen mentor, is there a line they absolutely cannot cross? And what does Deathlok have to do with all of it?

Also debuting in November is the long anticipated wedding of Ben “The Thing” Grimm and Alicia Masters. No bait. No switch. Not a dream. Not a hoax. And we swear, not a single Skrull around. This is really happening! From the book that brought you the first, best and longest running super hero marriage in comics, we give you…the wedding of Ben Grimm and Alicia Masters! Featuring an untold tale of the courtship of Ben and Alicia. A bachelor party that only Johnny Storm could throw. And a very special ceremony brought to you in the Mighty Marvel Manner.

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Also debuting in November is the start of Star Wars: Age of Republic, Age of Rebellion, and Age Resistance, all of which will tell a series of spectacular adventures featuring your favorite characters from all three Star Wars trilogies. Starting with Age of Republic this December, writer Jody Houser teams with artists Cory Smith and Luke Ross to spotlight four of the greatest heroes and four of the coolest villains from the prequel films during the waning days of the Old Republic. Witness the never before seen moments that define the characters, the incredible battles that shaped them and the eternal conflict between the light and the dark, good and evil! The event begins with Qui-Gon and Darth Maul and continues in 2019 with Obi-Wan, Jango Fett, Anakin Skywalker, Count Dooku, Padme Amidala, and General Grievous.

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Problems with Disability Testing

  • BBC's Panorama highlights the problems people are having with ATOS disability testing and the work programme, following Iain Duncan Smith's pledge to not leave disabled people behind.

    The testing to find people who are able to work and get them off benefits and in to employment, has been proven to pull legitimately disabled people into the programme too without consideration for how their lives are affected.

    Last year, Panorama went under cover and found that ATOS testing has been wrongly and unfairly assessing people as fit for work.

    The programme, aired earlier this week, showed that people are still having troubles with the welfare reforms intending to get people who are fit for work off benefits and back to work.

    They told the story of Ruth who suffers severe learning disabilities and epilepsy. She struggles with almost all day to day tasks, such as making a drink.

    She was assessed by ATOS as capable of preparing for the work place, but when she attended the job centre to begin 'actively searching for a job', her mother was advised to appeal.

    They appealed and won! This is great news, except for the undue stress herself and her mother would have suffered, on top of the difficulties they already have to manage with Ruth's learning disabilities.

    Ruth suffers severe learning disabilities but was wrongly assessed as able to prepare for work.
    Follow the link to watch the full programme on BBC iPlayer.

    This is just an example case, and an extreme one, of some of the problems found with government assessments trying to get disabled people back in to the workplace. It is not the case for everyone, and is hopefully not the intention of the government.

    However, Panorama suggests that as this push continues, more cases like this will occur where people who should not be working are forced in to the work place.

    The company who have been put in charge of the work capability assessments do not seem to understand illnesses such as learning difficulties and cannot comprehend the challenges that people have in every day life.

    The show also highlights that the work programmes have worked for some people, such as a homeless man who was unable to work mostly due to not being able to socially interact with anyone, but with confidence building courses, help and encouragement he has been able to hold down a job.

    The payment by results work programme does not seem to be working for many disabilities, which come under the 'hard to place' category of work placements, in particular mental illnesses. The stress of the continuous assessments and pressure to work on people who are already suffering disabilities, with an almost accusatory tone, does not seem justified.

    The programme is definitely worth a watch, as it shows an insight into how some people have genuinely suffered from the scheme, but bear in mind that this is hopefully not the same experience for the majority and some people have been really helped by the work programme.

    It is made very clear however that the problems for those that have suffered do not seem to be addressed and the schemes continue as they are.

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Review of Restaurant Zollhaus, Olten/Switzerland

Wow, what a gem!

After being closed for almost five years the long-established restaurant Zollhaus reopened in September 2016. A young couple – both experienced in the field of gastronomy – had bought the building and had renovated it gently. Although having worked at top restaurants, the new hosts do not want to convert Zollhaus in a high-end eatery, but offer traditional Swiss and European food. At the same time, also fancier
dishes shall be available.

Unsure what to expect from this concept, I visited the restaurant a few weeks after the reopening and a second time in early winter. In brief, a treat for foodies! But I would like to be a bit more specific about my experiences …

Amuse bouche: Steak Tatar with Avocado

Normally, I start my reviews with the food concept because I think that is the main thing when eating out. Here, I have to do it differently because I was overwhelmed when it comes to the hospitality of the host, Sandra Mueller. While her husband is in charge of the cuisine, she is responsible for the service, and she is really a great host! Not only is she a very warm person, but also attentive and prompt. She does her job with heart and soul, nothing seems to be too much trouble for her. But you have also the chance to catch a glimpse of the chef, Adrian Mueller. After the meal, he checks on his guests and exchanges a few words with them.

Starter: Field Salad with Chopped Boiled Eggs & Bacon

Having said that, there is one thing in need of improvement and this is the waiting time between ordering the dessert and getting it. Both times Sandra Mueller announced that there might be a wait. While the first time the desserts were served rather quickly, the second time – the restaurant was packed – the “threat” became reality. I am quite aware that providing a fast service in a one-man kitchen is not always easy. Nevertheless, it is a desirable thing …

Starter: Salad with Fried Shrimps

Food concept

As already indicated, the idea is to offer mainly traditional Swiss and European food, mixed with fancier dishes now and then. Only quality and seasonal products are used. Everything is done in house, the use of semi-finished or even finished goods are out of the question for the young couple, even the ketchup is home made.

Starter: Foie Gras on Apple Tart with Licorice

There is a limited range of options, but the choice is well thought through. Whereas the starters often do not follow the well-beaten path (think for example of quail on lentil salad with redcurrant dip), the mains are mostly classics (i.e. Zurich-style veal stew). That applies to desserts as well, although partly made with a twist (such as crema catalana served with yoghurt ice cream).

The first time when I visited Zollhaus there was a written menu. The second time, the menu was presented on blackboards. I liked the latter because it shows that the menu is adjusted to what the market has to offer.

Main: Deer with Cranberry Sauce, Fall Vegetables & Spaetzle

Sampled food

When first visiting the place my husband and I choose a today’s special, Tournedos Rossini, and were delighted by the dish! Not only were the ingredients – filet mignon and duck liver – of high quality, but the red wine jus and the accompanying potato gratin were sublime.

On the occasion of our second visit we settled for following starters: foie gras on apple tart with licorice and salad with fried shrimps. The former was amazing, the liver and the tart together with the jus made a beautiful combination. As main course, we opted for deer with cranberry sauce, fall vegetables and spaetzle as well as a rib eye steak with port wine jus, vegetables and spaetzle. Both dishes were a culinary delight!

You cannot claim that you get extraordinarily imaginative mains at Zollhaus, but I cannot think of how they can be done much better! The same is true for the desserts. They are not exceptionally inventive, but perfectly executed.

Main: Rib Eye Steak with Port Wine Jus, Vegetables & Spaetzle

The building is somewhat unique, at least I have not come across to a similar one yet. It is an ancient customs house and is a listed monument. It is tiny and cute to look at. Its smallness shows of course also in the building's interior. It is parted in a small front room with four tables only and a back room, which is a bit larger. All in all, it is a cozy affair, you also feel that way! The restaurant is decorated in a classic style with well-thought details, e.g. small containers with handkerchiefs.

Before Zollhaus was opened, its young owners had announced in a local paper that they would plan a moderate price level and they kept their promise. Most of the mains including lamb rack and Zurich-style veal stew are under SFR 40. Also starters and desserts are reasonably priced. In this context you also have to point out that portions are generous.

Overall, the young couple that took over at Zollhaus does a great job. This restaurant is a great asset to the local culinary scene, which is already thriving by the way. Not only is the chef really talented and the host is an exceptionally warm person, but also both of them are very passionate about their work. I appoint this restaurant as my personal discovery of the year 2016 in the area!

Dessert: Crema Catalana with Yoghurt Ice Cream

Date of visit: November 2016

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