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Dubrovnik: Paradise between the Mountains and the Sea
Standing on my hotel balcony on my first morning in Dubrovnik, I can see that the city hit the jackpot in terms of physical appeal. To my left is the green nub of Lokrum Island; to my right, a surging mountainside; and, straight ahead, the craggy coastline of the Adriatic Sea, culminating in the fortified walls of Old Town.
La carrera por la Bota de Oro en las principales ligas de Europa
Las batallas para coronarse como el máximo goleador de la Premier League, LaLiga, Bundesliga, Serie A y Ligue 1 se están calentando. Con el fútbol de clubes volviendo a un primer plano tras el primer parón internacional del año, se abre ante nosotros la recta final de la temporada 2024-25. Así que ahora parece un momento tan oportuno como cualquier otro para echar un vistazo a la carrera por la Bota de Oro en las cinco principales ligas de Europa.
Our Library team help honour our past with a set of recordings about children’s nursing | News
The Association of British Paediatric Nurses (ABPN), the oldest children’s nursing association in the world and our Library team at BWC has produced a set of oral recordings of the experiences of children’s nurses, relating to their education and careers. The project is part of the ABPN Oral History Project ‘Honouring Our Past, Seeing Our Future’ and is also part of their 85th Anniversary celebrations.
Premier League’s kings of transfers: Barbie, Teletubbies, WWE – ESPN – ESPN
As you may have noticed, Burnley have carved themselves a niche as the unlikely darlings of the transfer reveal video after amassing a vast repertoire of entertaining clips to welcome new faces to Turf Moor in recent months. Editor’s Picks 1 Related In fact, the Premier League club’s back catalogue now covers several years after their first mainstream hit: an amusing video to announce the arrival of Peter Crouch in February 2019.
How to make the most of delightful Dubrovnik
A paradise between mountains and sea, Dubrovnik has seen more than its share of calamities—but it has never lost its appealing spirit Standing on my hotel balcony on my first morning in Dubrovnik, I can see that the city hit the jackpot interms of physical appeal. To my left is the green nub of Lokrum Island; to my right, a surging mountainside; and, straight ahead, the craggy coastline of the Adriatic Sea, culminating in the fortified walls of Old Town.
How Olivier Giroud beat Thierry Henry's France goal record
Thierry Henry's long reign as the France men's national team's all-time top scorer has come to an end after AC Milan striker Olivier Giroud's goal against Poland in the round of 16 at the World Cup saw him take the record from his fellow ex-Arsenal forward. Worst World Cups: Was Germany's group stage exit a new low for them at a finals?
As England's Harry Kane, France's Olivier Giroud near goal records, which national teams could get new men's top scorers?
Mar 30, 2022 Chris WrightToe Poke writer While some major soccer stars have still been battling for World Cup qualification via the playoffs in this international break, England captain Harry Kane and France striker Olivier Giroud used the relative calm of friendly matches to edge closer to making history for their national teams.
What it's like to live as a modern hunter-gatherer |WIRED Middle East
| Culture | 16h ago From rewilding to biohacking, plenty of movements aim to get us more in touch with nature. Chris Wright gives it a try. Photo credit: JAMES ALLEN AT MOMENTS LIKE this, you can see why people are attracted to the backwoods. There’s a sense that your edges are becoming less defined, that you are somehow a part of this world, which may be as close to spirituality as someone like me can get.
Sativa vs. Indica: What You Need to Know
Thousands of years ago, mankind tried to classify the cannabis plant and founded the two main classifications, sativa and indica, based on the plant’s physical characteristics. When you’re trying to figure out sativa vs. indica, it’s all about looks. How to remember sativa vs. indica is sativa plants are always extra tall with thinner leaves. Indica plants are shorter, more squat, with wide leaves compared to indica.
Stay Legal with Recreational Cannabis in California
Whether you’re moving to the state or just considering California weed vacations, you need to know how to consume legal recreational cannabis. While medical marijuana has been legal since back in 1996, recreational use wasn’t legalized until 20 years later. California legalized recreational marijuana in 2016 and commenced selling it for recreational consumption in 2018. Legal recreational retailers must have both a local and state permit to sell marijuana legally.
Helping Veterans One Pot Plant at a Time
Thirty-three states plus the District of Columbia in the US legalized medical marijuana for their constituents. That’s 66 percent of the states in the US, not including the District of Columbia, that find merit in medical marijuana to treat a variety of conditions. Yet some of the nation’s population who may need the benefits of cannabis most are denied access.
Kush Isn’t the Only OG; Grandfather Strains That Set the Table For Today’s Bud
The year is 1969. The sounds of The Freewheelin’ Bob Dylan cover your muffled coughs as you try and hide the fact that you and your friends are “smoking dope” in your parent’s basement. You burn one down and get high as hell before you go upstairs and attempt to pull it together as you sit around the family dinner table and talk to your dad about the Apollo 11 mission to the moon.
Sunday morning: What we're reading (and listening to)
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A Brief History of Mobile Games: In the beginning, there was Snake
Feature March 14th, 2016 - 11:00pm Where did it all start? Obviously you can trace mobile games back to the earliest mobile phones, but mobile games didn't really take off until Nokia launched Snake. Still the most famous mobile game, Snake first appeared in 1997 on the Nokia 6610. It has been estimated that over 400 million copies have been shipped since and it's now in its eighth version. Not bad for a game that started life as a some black squares moving on a green background.
Commentary: Unions should learn from Hoffa
By Chris Wright/The Washington Post Friday Nov 29, 2019 at 6:07 PM Jimmy Hoffa used to say he'd be forgotten 10 years after his death. This was an uncharacteristically unintelligent judgment. Forty-four years after his murder on July 30, 1975, Hoffa is still famous enough that one of the most celebrated movies of the year, "The Irishman," which arrived on Netflix this week, is about the man who claims to have killed him, Frank Sheeran.
Commentary: Unions should learn from Hoffa
By Chris Wright/The Washington Post Friday Nov 29, 2019 at 6:07 PM Jimmy Hoffa used to say he'd be forgotten 10 years after his death. This was an uncharacteristically unintelligent judgment. Forty-four years after his murder on July 30, 1975, Hoffa is still famous enough that one of the most celebrated movies of the year, "The Irishman," which arrived on Netflix this week, is about the man who claims to have killed him, Frank Sheeran.
Union leaders take note: Hoffa helped create the American middle class
OPINION Union leaders take note: Hoffa helped create the American middle class By CHRIS WRIGHT | Special to The Washington Post | Published: November 29, 2019 Jimmy Hoffa used to say he’d be forgotten 10 years after his death. This was an uncharacteristically unintelligent judgment. Forty-four years after his murder on July 30, 1975, Hoffa is still famous enough that one of the most celebrated movies of the year, “The Irishman,” is about the man who claims to have killed him, Frank Sheeran.
Criminal investigation into 2018 and 2022 World Cup awards opened
Swiss federal prosecutors opened criminal proceedings related to the awarding of the 2018 and 2022 World Cups, throwing FIFA deeper into crisis only hours after nine former or current officials were among 14 people indicted Wednesday in a separate U.S. corruption probe. FIFA, meanwhile, said Friday's presidential election would go ahead as planned, with Sepp Blatter going for a fifth term.
Research on Graduate Assistants & Right to Unionize Challenges NLRB proposed rule
William Herbert William A. Herbert is a Distinguished Lecturer and Executive Director of the National Center for the Study of Collective Bargaining in Higher Education and the Professions at Hunter College. He is also a Faculty Associate at the Roosevelt House Institute of Public Policy. His scholarship and teaching focus on labor law, history, and policy.
Outdoor Voices is Making All the Right Moves
Birdwatching, gardening, water aerobics, skydiving, fly-fishing, walking the dog … These are all examples of Doing Things, the credo on which Austin-based activewear company Outdoor Voices was built. Founded in 2014 by Parsons School of Design graduate Ty Haney to create what she calls “technical apparel for recreation,” OV has emerged as the visionary alternative to both the harder, better, faster, stronger behemoth sportswear brands and the bougie, black leggings–led athleisure labels.
Youth charity Fixers to close
By Dan Parton | 30 May 2019 An ITV-endorsed youth charity has announced its closure after funding became unsustainable. Sir Martyn Lewis became Fixers' first president in January 2017. Image: Fixers The Big Lottery-funded Fixers, whose president is the veteran broadcaster Sir Martyn Lewis, is understood to have faced challenges following changes to its funding arrangements in recent years.
FIFA are set to confirm that the 2022 Qatar World Cup will take place in November and December
FIFA is set to confirm that the 2022 Qatar World Cup will take place in November and December of that year, according to reports. Sports Illustrated has revealed that a FIFA task force will meet in Doha next week and make the recommendation for a winter World Cup, and the FIFA Executive Committee is set to ratify the decision at its meeting in Zurich in March.
CIA's Advance Knowledge of 9/11 Date Including Nuclear Possibilities
Mr. President, Though it's impossible for most Americans to grasp to this day, without question US Intelligence possessed advance knowledge of the 9/11 attack in its precise configuration. Sworn civilian testimony in the Southern District of New York Federal Court in June, 2018 by Dr. Parke Godfrey, professor of Computer Technology at York University in Toronto and Kelly O'Meara former Chief of Staff for GOP Rep. Andrew Forbes of Long Island, has confirmed the following: 1.
Chris Wright, Beach to Bush for Mia
Hi Chris. Introduce us to your gorgeous great-niece, Mia … How old is she, and what are some of the physical/health issues she’s battled since birth? Mia is four, and she’s had prosthetics since she was nine months old. Mia was born with a rare condition called CFD (congenital femoral deficiency). What this means, is that Mia’s left leg and hip are severely underdeveloped, resulting in a much shorter left leg.
Senegal, Japan fans tidy up after themselves
Despite having just watched their team get off to a winning start at the World Cup, many Senegal fans put their celebrations on hold in the aftermath of the 2-1 victory over Poland.This was due to the fact that they were busy picking up litter and tidying their section of the stand at the Otkrytiye Arena in Moscow.#TyCSportsMundial Senegal consiguió un triunfo histórico. Pero sus hinchas en lugar de festejar a minutos de terminado el partido, se encargan de limpiar su sector antes de retirarse.
VAR officials to wear full referee kit at World Cup
FIFA have announced that all video assistant referees (VAR) at the 2018 World Cup will wear official match kit during games, despite not actually being inside the stadium. The VAR will be overseen remotely from a control room in Moscow throughout the tournament and, in a bid to control sweat levels, FIFA is insisting they forgo civilian suits and ties in favour of football shirts and shorts.
VAR officials to wear full referee kit at World Cup
FIFA have announced that all video assistant referees (VAR) at the 2018 World Cup will wear official match kit during games, despite not actually being inside the stadium. The VAR will be overseen remotely from a control room in Moscow throughout the tournament and, in a bid to control sweat levels, FIFA is insisting they forgo civilian suits and ties in favour of football shirts and shorts.
Antoine Griezmann throwback as France star asks World Cup 98 squad for autographs
It would appear that Antoine Griezmann was always destined for greatness, with recently resurfaced documentary footage dating from last century proving as much. During a film that was screened just two weeks before France won the 1998 World Cup, Thierry Henry can be seen autographing souvenirs for a couple of young fans. "They're our successors," Henry quips as he, Zinedine Zidane and Fabien Barthez sign footballs, shirts and the like. Little did he know how right he was.
Antoine Griezmann throwback as France star asks World Cup 98 squad for autographs
It would appear that Antoine Griezmann was always destined for greatness, with recently resurfaced documentary footage dating from last century proving as much.During a film that was screened just two weeks before France won the 1998 World Cup, Thierry Henry can be seen autographing souvenirs for a couple of young fans."They're our successors," Henry quips as he, Zinedine Zidane and Fabien Barthez sign footballs, shirts and the like.Little did he know how right he was.Archives, émotions et...
Adidas release new away kits for World Cup
With the 2018 World Cup now less than 12 weeks away, Adidas have released a batch of new away kits for their competing teams.Chief among the latest silo is the new Germany change strip, which is redolent in turquoise-green and subtle retro nods to the classic Mannschaft away kit of 1990.Die Mannschaft ð‡©ð‡ªIntroducing the @DFB_Team 2018 @FIFAWorldCup Away jersey.Exclusively available now: https://t.co/CfcAFlJRrM#HereToCreate pic.twitter.com/dDwxPb57Fs— adidas Football (@adidasfootball)...
Ink Different With These 7 Sensibly Priced Fountain Pens
If the pen is mightier than the sword, the fountain pen might seem like the canon: outdated, unwieldy, and total overkill. But these nibbed scribblers have their benefits. For one, their refillable design is the antithesis to the plastic ballpoint’s planned obsolescence. But the biggest advantage becomes clear the moment you sign your name with one: the fountain pen offers a completely different sensory experience than any other pen, pencil, or stylus.
2017 Signing Class Spotlight: Robert Porcher IV, Defensive Line
Let’s get one thing straight out of the gate: it is pronounced “poor-shay”. You’ll want to learn the name, because you’ll be hearing it a lot over the next few years. Perhaps lost in the shuffle of the great defensive class the Hokies secured this year, 3-star recruit Robert Porcher IV is a 6’3? 250 lb force on the defensive line. He dominated in his senior season for the Panthers of Dr. Phillips High School in Orlando, FL.
Brazil legend Zico to stand for FIFA presidency
Rio de Janeiro (AFP) - Former Brazil star Zico on Wednesday confirmed he will stand in the election to succeed Sepp Blatter as president of FIFA, although he admitted he may struggle to find enough support. "I would like to confirm the decision to be a candidate," the 62-year-old told a news conference. "I feel I am capable. For sure, certain rules need to change," not least the constant "horse-trading" necessitated by the need to gather the support of at least five federations.
No More Worlds to Conquer: Sixteen People Who Defined Their Time
What do you do with the rest of your life, after you’ve achieved brilliance at an early age? This is the question posed by celebrated-journalist Chris Wright to some of the most renowned adventurers, athletes and politicians of the twentieth century. What happens if you are an athlete or gymnast and your career peaks at 14, like Nadia Comaneci, who scored the first perfect 10 in Olympic competition – and the second, and the third, fourth, fifth, sixth and seventh.
First Rio Games tickets go on sale
Rio de Janeiro (AFP) - Tickets for the Rio Olympics went on sale Tuesday with the first batch of a total 7.5 million being made available online to thousands of fans who had pre-registered via the official web portal. The www.rio2016.com portal urged fans to "hold on" just ahead of a sales process starting from 1700 GMT after organizers last week released a detailed competition schedule for each sport allowing fans to seek out their favoured events.
Green protests dog IOC in Rio
Rio de Janeiro (AFP) - Ecological protests on Saturday dogged the final day of an International Olympic Committee executive board meeting in Rio as green campaigners slated the choice of a nature reserve to hold the golf event neat year. "IOC go home!" protesters yelled at IOC president Thomas Bach as he exited the plush hotel hosting the meeting just off the iconic Copacabana beach.
Dali, parachutists, African polemic at Rio parade
Rio de Janeiro (AFP) - A Dali-style homage to Rio ahead of the city's 450th birthday, parachutists landing on the piste and a polemic on the funding of an elite samba school paying tribute to Africa marked Monday's carnival parade. There were highlights aplenty as some 30,000 participants from the final six elite schools strutted down the Sapucai Avenue at a Sambadrome packed with 72,000 flagwaving and gyrating people of all ages. Unlike Saturday, the weather did not rain on the parade.
Carnival spectacle tainted by violence in Brazil
Rio de Janeiro (AFP) - Tens of thousands of people flooded Rio's streets Sunday to watch samba dancers in dazzling costumes defy downpours and bare sparkly flesh in a fantasy Brazilians dream of year round. An estimated crowd of more than 72,000, from great-grandmothers to babes in arms, swayed and cheered on their favorite samba school in hours-long parades in Rio's annual party to end all parties.
Brazilians cast off cares as carnival hits top gear
Rio de Janeiro (AFP) - Dancers on stilts, bare-chested cowboys, Carmelite nuns in miniskirts and plenty of bare flesh flooded Rio's streets Saturday as revelers cranked up the volume at Brazil's intoxicating Carnival festival.
A Brief History of Mobile Games: 2007/8 - Thank God for Steve Jobs
We've made it. We're almost up to date with the current state of affairs for mobile games. In many ways, the past two years have been pretty dramatic, but when it comes to the corporate side, the industry that was born during the internet boom years and survived the backlash against WAP and 3G has finally starting to grow up and, dare I say it, become boring.
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