8 events to check out in Dayton this weekend
By Don Thrasher
Spring is finally here. The Dayton Dragons will return soon, the summer concert season gets closer every day, and new and returning events are starting to pop up like bright flowers.
In the next week alone, Daytonians can choose from diverse offerings such as the Industrial Strength Bluegrass Festival, the Boonshoft Block Party and a Broadway-themed concert starring Dayton native Julie James of SiriusXM. Here's a look at these and other upcoming area events.
When: March 24-26; Thursday at 6 p.m. Doors opens at 4 p.m.; Friday and Saturday at noon. Doors open at 10 a.m.
Where: Roberts Convention Centre, 123 Gano Road, Wilmington
Details: Award-winners Joe Mullins & the Radio Ramblers host the spring installment of its Industrial Strength Bluegrass Festival. The twice-yearly event also features performances by Larry Sparks & the Lonesome Ramblers, Appalachian Road Show, Russell Moore & IIIrd Tyme Out, Blue Highway and others.
Cost: Advance tickets are $100 for three-day reserved seats, $90 for three-day general admission. Single day general admission tickets are $30 Thursday and $40 Friday and Saturday. Door tickets are $110 for three-day general admission and $80 for two-day general admission. Single day general admission tickets at the door are $35 Thursday and $45 Friday and Saturday.
More info: 800-965-9324 or industrialstrengthbluegrass.com
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Boonshoft Block Party
When: Saturday, March 26 at 7 p.m. The movie begins at 8 p.m.
Where: Dixie Twin Drive-In, 6201 N. Dixie Dr., Dayton
Details: A screening of Jerry Seinfeld's "Bee Movie" headlines Boonshoft Block Party presented by Dayton Society for Natural History. The annual spring fundraiser offers an evening of lawn games, face painting, food trucks, a 50/50 raffle, a photo booth and giveaways from special guest Kristi Leigh from Mix 107.7.
Cost: $60 per car and $100 VIP package
More info: 937-275-7431 or www.boonshoftmuseum.org
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"The Julie James Show"
When: Saturday, March 26 at 7:30 p.m.
Where: Fitton Center for Creative Arts, 101 S. Monument Ave., Hamilton
Details: Dayton Christian High School graduate Julie James, host of the entertaining "Broadway Names with Julie James" on SiriusXM, returns to the Miami Valley for an evening of show tunes, theme songs and storytelling. She will also showcase her three-and-a-half octave range. "I consider this a real love letter to my upbringing, without which I don't think I'd be living out so many dreams here in NYC," James said.
Cost: Members: $29; Non-members: $37
More info: 513-863-8873 or fittoncenter.org
When: March 25-April 10; 8 p.m. Friday and Saturday, and 3 p.m. Sunday opening weekend; and 8 p.m. Friday, 5 p.m. Saturday and 3 p.m. Sunday the following weekends.
Where: Dayton Theatre Guild, 430 Wayne Ave., Dayton
Details: Arthur Miller's drama "The Price" is described as a play about "family dynamics, the price of furniture and the price of one's decisions." Debra Kent directs a cast featuring Dave Williamson as Solomon, Wendi Michael as Esther, Brendan Sheehan as Victor and Ted Eltzroth as Walter.
Cost: $21 adults, $19 seniors and $14 students
More info: 937-278-5993 or daytontheatreguild.org
World Championship ICE Racing Series
When: Saturday, March 26 at 7:30 p.m. Doors open at 6:30 p.m.
Where: Hobart Arena, 255 Adams St., Troy
Details: International Championship Events presents World Championship ICE Racing Series Revival Tour.
Cost: Reserved seats are $22 in advance, $24 day of show. General admission tickets in advance are $17 adults and $7 youth 12 and younger. Prices day of show are $19 adults and $9 youth 12 and younger. Add $5 for Pit Party Passes, which includes early entry at 5:30 p.m.
More info: 937-339-2911 or hobartarena.com
When: Thursday, March 31 at 8 p.m. Doors open at 7:30 p.m.
Where: The Brightside, 905 E. Third St., Dayton
Details: The two founders of this Nashville-based country act are from very different parts of the country, but they found a way to make it work. Phil Evans, a singer-songwriter from Arkansas, and Max Martilik, a guitarist from Los Angeles, bring The Roads Below to town for a show with local opener Jamie Suttle.
Cost: $12 in advance, $15 day of show
More info: 937-410-0450 or www.thebrightsidedayton.com
Gabe Kea
When: Friday, March 25 at 8 p.m. and Saturday, March 26 at 7:15 p.m. and 9:30 p.m.
Where: Wiley's Comedy Club, 101 Pine St., Dayton
Details: With his big personality and imposing 6-foot-5-inch frame, Gabe Kea started using humor to put people at ease at early age. His easygoing nature and a quick wit honed while growing up in Canada and the United States made the Cincinnati-based comedian a natural on stage. His debut comedy album, "Dumber Than a Fish," was released in October 2020.
More info: 937-224-5653 or visit wileyscomedy.com
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The NEON Oscar Party
When: Sunday, March 27
Where: The NEON, 130 E. Fifth St., Dayton
Details: The NEON's annual Oscar Party. Official ballots are available at the Neon's box office. Doors will open at 7 p.m. Official presentation begins at 8 p.m. Completed ballots must be turned in by 7:45 p.m. on March 27 and you must be present to be eligible for prizes. You can reserve your seats by dropping off your ballot we doors open Saturday, March 26 at noon. (Only two advanced reserved seats per person). Current COVID protocols will be enforced.
More info: 937-222-8452 or visit neonmovies.com
Contact this contributing writer at 937-287-6139 or e-mail at donthrasher100@gmail.com.
Russell Florence Jr. also contributed to this report.
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The World Is Running Out Of A Critical Snakebite Antidote
Published September 9, 2015 at 4:28 PM CDT
Black mambas are one of the fastest snakes in the world and grow up to 14 feet long. But their venom is no match for the antidote Fav-Afrique.
The treatment is called Fav-Afrique. It's the only anti-venom approved to neutralize the bites of 10 deadly African snakes, like spitting cobras, carpet vipers and black mambas. And the world's stockpiles of it are dwindling, Doctors Without Borders said Tuesday. The last batch expires next June.
"I think this is really a health crisis," says Dr. Gabriel Alcoba, the snakebite medical adviser for Doctors Without Borders. "We're talking about more than 30,000 deaths per year. This is an epidemic. This is comparable to many other diseases."
Alcoba says he has seen many lives saved by Fav-Afrique. "I saw a small child who had been bitten on the face," he says. "The child's whole face was swollen. He could practically not breathe, and you could not see his eyes."
Doctors gave the child the anti-venom. "And this [his symptoms] all resolved in two days, and the child could go home."
This time next year, though, there may not be any Fav-Afrique at clinics across Africa, Alcoba says.
Fav-Afrique has been produced by just one company — Sanofi Pasteur in France. The company stopped production last year because it was priced out of the anti-venom market, a spokesperson told the BBC. Sanofi is willing to give the recipe to another company. But so far, no plans have been finalized.
Across the world, about 100,000 people die of snakebites each year, Doctors Without Borders says. Even more have limbs amputated or disfigured because of bites. To put that into perspective, Ebola has killed about 11,000 people in West Africa.
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Anti-venoms aren't cheap. One treatment of Fav-Afrique costs up to $500 — more than a month's salary for many families in Africa.


Sacrifices of Special Forces Soldiers recognized during ceremony
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EGLIN AIR FORCE BASE, Fla. – Soldiers assigned to the 1st Battalion, 7th Special Forces Group (Airborne), held a Rock Garden Memorial and Valor Award Ceremony, on the 7th SFG(A) compound, Aug 21st.
The Rock Garden Memorial is a memorial commemorating the fallen soldiers from past to present.
During the Memorial, 1st Battalion honored three of their fallen, Master Sergeant Luis Felipe Deleon-Figueroa, Master Sergeant Jose Juan Gonzalez and Sergeant First Class Michael James Goble. MSG Deleon-Figueroa and MSG Gonzalez were killed August 21, 2019 and SFC Goble was killed December 23, 2019 while conducting combat operations in Afghanistan.
"This event is humbling. Every year we remember the men and women of this formation, their legacy and acts of heroism." said CSM Brock Buddles, Command Sergeant Major, 1st Battalion, 7th Special Forces Group (Airborne).
The Army considers gallantry as a courageous behavior, especially in battle. Today's memorial recognized not only our fallen, but those still serving within our formation.
Lt. Gen. Francis Beaudette, Commanding General, USASOC, presented three Silver Stars, seven Bronze Star Medals with Valor device, three Army Commendation Medals with Valor device and four Purple Hearts.
The Silver Star is third highest medal for valor in combat and reserved for exceptional gallantry in action.
Lt. Gen. Beaudette said "The actions of the Warriors we are recognizing today speak volumes about them as individuals. They also clearly reflect the Families and communities that shaped these men. Even if they cannot be here physically – thank you for what your Families do to support you every day."
The 7th Special Forces Group (Airborne) continues to support the nation's global fight against terrorism. The fallen warriors will never be forgotten and their sacrifice was not in vain.
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FireWorks and Sticky Buns
I have to admit, although I'm a dedicated fitness enthusiast, another passion that I have to counterbalance is my love of food. Our recent summer holiday offered the perfect blend of exercise and indulging in the farm and seafood culture of Prince Edward Island. My husband, Mark, and I had planned a week on the […]
By Kiley Torti
I have to admit, although I'm a dedicated fitness enthusiast, another passion that I have to counterbalance is my love of food. Our recent summer holiday offered the perfect blend of exercise and indulging in the farm and seafood culture of Prince Edward Island. My husband, Mark, and I had planned a week on the Island, with a five-day tip-to-tip self-guided bike adventure starting at North Cape and pedalling though to the East Point Lighthouse.
My sister, who has both family and friend connections on the Island and has made multiple visits over the years, was my ear to the ground when it came to building our custom "must-see, -do and -eat" list. After an initial exchange of ideas, she put me in touch with some Islander friends for the inside seaside scoop. Mark and I were celebrating our wedding anniversary, too. What would be a worthy splurge to mark the occasion? The overwhelming vote was to stay at The Inn at Bay Fortune and experience The Feast. I didn't need much convincing.
The Inn at Bay Fortune is the only five-star country inn in eastern Prince Edward Island. It's the home of celebrity chef Michael Smith and wife Chastity, plus the legendary dining experience at his restaurant, FireWorks.
FireWorks the Inn at Bay FortuneThe author of 10 cookbooks, Smith is also the affable star of five different Food Network TV series. His current goal is to put The Inn at Bay Fortune and FireWorks on the map as an international culinary destination.
As we pedalled against a mighty Atlantic headwind, we were motivated by the promise of an epic meal and boutique accommodations. While most guests arrive in slightly more upscale attire, we were greeted with warm Maritime hospitality and our bikes were treated to VIP parking in one of the vegetable barns. After being handed cold glasses of mint-infused water, Mark and I were taken on a tour of the inn before being shown to our room. We were encouraged to wander the whimsical grounds of the organic farm, host to heirloom vegetables, fragrant herbs, flower beds exploding with colour, and rows of regal sunflowers proudly presiding. A friendly feline, whom we named Jeeves, showed us around his stomping grounds. The property embraces both the farm and the sea: 46 acres of land overlooks Bay Fortune and beyond to the Northumberland Strait.
For those arriving by car, The Inn at Bay Fortune is a pleasant and pastoral one-hour drive from Charlottetown and 90 minutes from the Confederation Bridge. The seaside property was originally built in 1913 as the summer home for Broadway playwright Elmer Harris and his family. The humble hamlet of Fortune was known as an artist colony and offered summer residence for many Broadway stars to flee the heat of New York City. There are 15 unique and newly refurbished guest rooms—nine rooms face the courtyard and another six rooms are located in the two towers.
In keeping with the artisan spirit, the Smiths have partnered with the Artisans on Main gallery in nearby Souris. The restaurant, common areas and guest rooms have been enriched with colourful, original artwork. See something you like? Arrangements can be made to help you transport it home, and all of the proceeds go to the artist.
Each room has been thoughtfully decorated with a blend of rustic seaside charm, treasured antiques and modern amenities that the sophisticated traveller has come to expect: cozy fireplaces, Nespresso coffee machines, high-thread-count sheets, luxurious terry-cloth robes and living plants. A gourmet breakfast is also included with your stay.
After a walk down to the beach (only 10 minutes on foot), we had a quick shower so that we could arrive promptly for the evening's celebratory kickoff at 6 p.m. in the garden. Oyster Hour takes guests on a culinary sampling journey of flavours, with appetizers from the firepits, stone ovens, herb garden and smokehouse and, of course, the all-you-can-slurp, world-famous Colville Bay and Fortune Bay oysters in the kitchen.
Before we began our food tour around the grounds, we were forced to choose between creative, enticing drink stations. Would it be local craft beer? Island grapes? A blueberry smash with vodka from the Island's distillery? A classic G&T? FireWorks fiercely embraces the farm-to-fork movement and is proud to feature a wide variety of Island ingredients sourced from the fields, forests, streams and beaches.
What's in a name? FireWorks is the 7.6-metre (25 foot) wood-burning brick stove (a.k.a. "the fire-breathing beast") that is the anchor of the restaurant's Fire Kitchen. The restaurant has enveloped every form of live-fire cooking known to man, with a smokehouse, open hearth, grill, rotisserie, plancha and wood oven. Here, no dials, no switches, no gas and no power can be found—it's just old-school fire cooking, the traditional way.
If you want to know more, the Fire Brigade is an energetic team of young chefs and serving staff who are proud to share their trade secrets. You're invited into the kitchen to take pictures, and the passionate crew loves to answer questions. It is equal parts live kitchen show and long-table-style dining on butcher-block tables that transcends the stuffy boundaries of your typical restaurant meal. It's an inspiring experience made ever more intoxicating by the flavours and tastes of the six-course meal.
According to the inn's website, FireWorks is an atelier "devoted to rediscovering, respecting and reimagining the food ways of the past." Sitting in the kitchen, it truly does feel like a family affair, as the staff continually sing the praises of on-site organic farmers Jeff and Carey Wood, an integral part of the team. The Woods grow more than 200 different fruits and vegetables, and the cooks are helping on the farm every day.
The house salad is an impressive affair: each evening, it features over 50 different organic greens, tender shoots, leaves, herbs and flowers, all of which are grown on site. A new menu is created daily, using ingredients from the organic farm and herb gardens, as well as a rotating roster of local farmers, fisherfolk, foragers and culinary artisans. While the daily details change, guests can expect freshly baked wood-oven bread, a taste-of-the-Island charcuterie board, smoked fish, local seafood chowder (divine), and the oh-so-fresh salad accompanied by wood-roasted meats, fish and vegetables. The evening finishes, of course, with freshly baked desserts. I was grateful for logging in a 70 km (43.5 mile) bike ride earlier in the day.
To walk off our food belly, Mark and I took a moonlight stroll down to the water before rolling back to our room and falling asleep to the gentle Maritime breeze. The next day, the gourmet breakfast did not disappoint. The fire theme continued in the morning, with a hot skillet, house-made bacon, hand-squeezed orange juice, all-natural smoothies, locally roasted coffee and freshly baked cinnamon buns.
The best part? They took pity on us cyclists and sent us away at checkout with a bag of the cinnamon buns to fuel our upcoming miles. At our first pit stop, fingers sticky from the last of our fancy doggy-bag buns, we knew one thing for sure: we'd cycle the entire distance of the Island again for The Inn at Bay Fortune experience.
Kiley Torti
Kiley Torti is a health and fitness professional living in Banff, Alberta. She is an Ontario refugee who is happiest when wandering through the backcountry in pursuit of a Rocky Mountain high. Hiking, biking, or skiing, she is always on the lookout for new adventures in far-flung places on her extended backyard.
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Listen to the sound of the waves and marvel at "the most beautiful sunset in the world" (A. Hitchcock)
Take a ferry or a catamaran to one of the nearby islands and take a dip in the bluest sea
Sip some coffee or a cocktail with the locals at the many cafés, lounge bars or restaurants
Greeting to the Sun and the Sea Organ
All senses awakened
First you have to meet THE SEA ORGAN – a sound art object and experimental musical instrument that creates lovely chimed tunes using only the rolling power of sea waves. The installation looks like a series of broad steps leading down into the sea hiding clever engineering beneath their surface. Nikola Bašić, a renowned architect, has devised an ingenious system of resonant chambers that produces syncopated ever-changing tunes which soothe and excite the minds of countless amazed visitors "chilling" on Riva.
Right next to it is THE GREETING TO THE SUN - another installation of the brilliant architect symbolizing the communication between man and nature. This stirring monument consists of 300 multi-layered glass plates that absorb solar energy during the day and create a spectacular waterfront light show just after sunset. These installations are a holiday for all your senses.
Explore 3000 Years of History
Get to know the symbol of Zadar – the Church of St. Donatus and travel through time. The Church of St. Donatus is an amazing church from the 9th century, a sightseeing must and the largest pre-Romanesque structure in Croatia! It's 27 m high and 22 m wide, has a specific cylindrical shape, a double interior and it stands out with its originality. Today, it mostly serves as a remarkable venue for medieval renaissance music. The whole structure is an architectural example of the Carolingian period and it is considered the most significant of its kind in Europe. Most of its ornaments largely originate from the ruins of the nearby Roman Forum. Built between the 1st century BC and the 3rd century AD and commissioned by the first Roman Emperor Augustus, the forum complex features an elaborate design of temples and colonnades with one proud column standing intact to this day. Take spectacular photos on the site!
UNESCO Fortifications
Feel like a knight!
See if you like the City Walls as much as UNESCO does. Zadar was once the largest city-fortress in the Republic of Venice and its City Walls were an important part of an elaborate defence system.The City Walls of Zadar, together with the other five components of the Venetian Works of Defence of the 16th and 17th century, located in today's Croatia, Italy and Montenegro, joined UNESCO's World Heritage List in 2017 as an outstanding monument of the modern maritime fortification scheme.The most impressive part of the Walls is the Land Gate, the main historical entrance to the city built in 1543 by Michele Sanmicheli, a famous Venetian architect. As an integral part of the Walls, it is considered one of the finest Renaissance monuments in whole Dalmatia, boasting its triumphal arch, central passage and two smaller side arches for pedestrians. Study history in a new way!
Step by step hedonism
Learn about the local food and rituals every step of your walk-through Zadar – from colourful markets, fresh Mediterranean ingredients, local dishes and coffee get-togethers that last for hours. Zadar nucleus' lively feel, with its restaurants, bars, coffee shops and bakeries makes spending time here one of the most enjoyable things to do. This vibrant quarter with a great atmosphere is in the oldest part of the Town of Zadar where the present meets the past. Wander around many narrow streets and stone-paved alleyways or splendid, picturesque squares. When you feel the need to take a break, stop at a traditional "konoba"- a trattoria style restaurant featuring local delicacies. Afterwards, act like the local people: find your favourite spot and experience the feeling of coffee drinking being less of a habit and more of a sacred ritual. They enjoy drinking it for hours. Try some delicious, fresh Mediterranean local foods, taste some of the excellent regional wines, or find the best ice-cream in town. Regardless of what you do, just soak up that cheery atmosphere.
Street style in Zadar
Also known as the Wide Street, Kalelarga is the main and the most beloved street in Zadar, probably older than the city itself! Extending in the east-west direction, following the print of the main longitudinal Roman street (Decumanus Maximus), Kalelarga, for many, is a place of fun and leisure, processions and celebrations.
Five reasons to love the centre
Five Wells Square
The Five Wells Square is located on a site between the medieval City Walls and the Renaissance Grimani Bastion. It features five lined-up wells built during the siege by the Turks in the 16th century. You can find the oldest park in Croatia on top of its adjacent bastion.
Take me to church!
Episcopal Complex (Churches)
Or even better – a whole complex. The Episcopal complex of Zadar includes the Roman Forum, the Cathedral of St. Anastasia, the Archbishop's Palace, the Church of St. Donatus, the Zmajević Seminary, the Orthodox Church of St. Elias, the Benedictine Nunnery and several other buildings. For some golden moments, visit the permanent Exhibition of Church Art – the Gold and Silver of Zadar!
Coffee-Loving People
But first, coffee!
Whether you have just arrived, got up or need a break –everything starts with a coffee in Croatia. Coffee lovers, you have found your paradise!
The Most Beautiful Sunset
A sunset more beautiful than any movie
If you don't take our word for it, take Alfred Hitchcok's. One of the most famous directors in the world said that the sunset in Zadar was the most beautiful one in the world. See it for yourself.
The Boatsmen of Zadar
The most romantic way to see Zadar
You don't have to go to Venice to enjoy a gondola ride, as the city's barkajoli will transport you to the other end of the old town, as well as back in time.
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History treasure more valuable than silver and gold
The Gold and Silver permanent exhibition in Zadar is definitely a must. But, while there, look for another type of treasure – the history behind the story.
St. Simeon
The legendary saint
Holy moly, what a story! Find out about Saint Simeon and his story about Zadar!
Zadar is a city of the people, by the people and for the people. This is the home of tightly-connected communities that appreciate culture and tradition and show a profound interest in social interaction on every occasion. These friendly outgoing people gladly spend free afternoons with their friends sipping coffee on the dazzling Riva, relishing in the warm embrace of the hot sun, gazing at the beauties of the open sea and discussing some common topics of their daily lives. They also spin a gripping yarn or two for all absorbed visitors who pass the famous Kalelarga in their quest to experience the pulse of the town in the most beloved of all of Zadar's streets. They reveal a gleam of joy in their eyes while dining in superb local restaurants and show a unique zest for life in attending great cultural venues or the vibrant club scene. Zadrani (people of Zadar) know how to appreciate the finer things in life and display a true flair of their treasured vibrant town, so come and join them and enjoy them!
After a long day of sightseeing the city, you will be rewarded with the best sight yet – the Zadar sunset. The best place to watch it is definitely by the sea, walking along the promenade. You can take photos or even better – try remembering it in your head, because no pictures and no words can describe it. Afterwards, you can move along to a modern light installation called "Greeting to the Sun" that is charged by the sun during the day and emits a light show during the night. It's in Zadar that one realizes why the sun is in the centre (of attention).
One of the most notable symbols of Zadar are barkajoli (lat. barcatores), an 800-year-long father-to-son lineage of traditional boat rowers! The beloved barkajoli have survived the challenges of modern times and even today they transport their faithful customers for one and a half minutes, crossing just 71 m between the two ports of the city. Although there are only a couple of barkajoli left, they are very proud of their profession passed from generation to generation all the way from the 14th century. Many use it to save time, but riding in a barka can offer so much more. You haven't really been in Zadar until you have ridden in a barka. See, or better said, sea Zadar from another perspective!
The treasure was not kept by kings and emperors – but by nuns! The treasure of Zadar history is inseparable from the Benedictine convent of St. Mary and its nuns guardians. Their shared history goes back to the time of the Byzantine Empire. In newer history, the Benedictines once again proved essential when they hid the treasure in a deep hole under the church bell tower during the bombings of the Allies in 1943. Many items that have been preserved with love, knowledge and pride have great value. But for the people of Zadar, the most valuable item is the so-called Čika's cross. Although small in size and without gems, it has held a special meaning for the people here since the 8th century. Find your favourite item while you find out more about the history of this treasure.
The legend says that, in 1203, a merchant who was carrying the body of St. Simeon from the Holy Land to Venice sought shelter in Zadar because of a storm. He didn't reveal the identity of the body he was carrying, but when he became ill and before he died, he gave the nurses a hint. That is why they dug up the grave with the local priests. Simultaneously, three city rectors had the same dream the night before the body of Saint Simeon was to be excavated. St. Simeon has been revered in Zadar ever since. The Chest of Saint Simeon, a masterpiece of medieval art, is a rectangular cedar wood sarcophagus in the shape of a chasse, overlaid with silver and silver-gilt plaques, said to hold the relics of St. Simon the God-receiver. On Oct. 8th, the Patron's Day, the chest is opened and the mummy of the saint is displayed for a week. But you can visit the Church of Saint Simeon any day of the year!
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THE MAGIC OF MUSIC IN ZADAR
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location ZADAR
date May 15, 2021 - May 15, 2021
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Smart Luggage That Follows You, Drives You, Weighs Itself And More
Looking for luggage that will follow you on its own? Or maybe a rideable suitcase to save you from a long walk across an airport? Or a bag that weighs itself and never gets lost? Maybe having "baggage" isn't so bad after all...
Desiree Higareda November 21, 2016 • 5 min read
Traveling can be fun or annoying, and sometimes certainly both. While traveling, all kinds of things can ruin the mood; over-packing (and the ensuing fees), losing your luggage, or running the distance of a marathon between all your gates and all your connections, dragging around a heavy suitcase the whole time. Thanks to advances in technology, a number of startups are offering smart luggage that can take a lot of the unfortunate torture out of travel. From foldability and GPS tracking to built-in weight scales and robot bags that follow you around like good puppy, here are a few smart luggage solutions to consider for your next trip:
Barracuda is collapsible luggage. BAM! The founders say it takes about 10 second to completely fold down the 8.5lbs bag into its compact, even-more-portable state. Another unique feature is a built-in tray, helpful for business travelers who need something other than their lap on which to prop their laptop while catching up on work.
Barracuda also includes: a portable weight scale, a GPS tracker (activated by downloading the companion app) and USB charger (said to fully charge most smartphones up to five times). Both the scale and tracker, however, are not built into the luggage. On Barracuda.co, you can stock up for $299 per bag–it's an additional $50 for the tracker.
Cowarobot R1
Hands free traveling is a primary feature of the Cowarobot, and its app; it's trying to take the "lugging around" out of the luggage experience. This fully autonomous smart suitcase comes equipped with sensors that detect the environment, registering and reacting to obstacles in its path, like stairs and sidewalk drop-offs. Each user is also provided with a customized bracelet that links to the suitcase sensor system to ensure that it's following the right owner.
The Cowarobot moves at 4.5 mph, and on a full charge can travel up to 12.5 miles. The app will alert users if they are too far from their luggage, and it will find its way back to a user in the unfortunate case of separation. The Cowarobot will retail for approximately $699–pre-orders are very sold out on their Indiegogo campaign.
Modobag is a bag that you can ride like a little scooter. The speed goes up to 8mph, which is three times as fast as a normal walking pace. Crowding and traffic in airports is already challenging for many travelers, and having people riding motorized bags around may be an issue for travelers and the airport authorities. But still, you're riding a motorized suitcase–who doesn't want to play bumper-cars while waiting for their US Airways jet to find its second wing?
The rideable suitcase also comes equipped with dual USB connection ports, LED lights, releasable foot pegs, telescopic handle bars and GPS tracking capabilities (available at an additional cost of $69). It is designed to last up to three hours on a single charge (fully charges in one-hour). The bag also complies with carry-on regulations, and is TSA and FAA compliant. Modobag is 22x9x14, and weighs 19lbs. – the max rider weight is 260lbs. The rideable bag is priced at $1,095 on Indiegogo.com, and is estimated to ship in January 2017.
Floatti
This suitcase and app duo allows users to control functions of their smartphone directly from the bag's app-connected smart handle, including: pick up calls, receive notifications, play music and compose voice-to-text messages. Floatti was designed with a docking strap and integrated hooks for extra backpacks, or accessories. The luggage also comes equipped with a detachable gadget compartment, which aims to simplify a user's experience through airport security. Floatti also includes an integrated weight scale, and tracker.
The suitcase is available in six colors, and two sizes; 21.5×13.8×8.27 (8.27lbs) and 26.8×17.9×9.6 (9.9lbs); the carry-on size is available on Indiegogo.com for $320, and the check-in bag is $360. Both come with a 10-year warranty, and are planned to ship December 2016.
Like the Cowarobot, Travelmate is an autonomous suitcase that automatically follows its owner when connected to its companion app. The suitcase can move while vertical or horizontal, and has built-in sensors that help avoid people and objects in its path. Travelmate even comes equipped with a speaker that will notify you if any obstacle is in the way, and LED indicator lights that tell you what direction the luggage is going. The luggage has a battery life of 4 hours and lasts up to 100 hours in standby mode.
Overall, the motor and components take up less than 5 percent of the suitcase's volume, so packing space is less of an issue. A removable battery is also included and could be used to charge smartphones. The luggage is available in three different sizes, and prices start at $399. Travelmate's Indiegogo campaign has raised just over $12,000 on a $4,000 goal and there is a bit more than three weeks left in the fundraising.
Bluesmart luggage is another feature-rich, app-connected piece of smart luggage that seems to hit all the key concerns. The suitcase offers features such as: location tracking, separation notification, a built-in scale, remote digital lock, and it includes a battery for cell-phone charging. The 9.4 lbs suitcase is 22x14x9 and meets all international carry-on limitations. The design includes an easy-access front compartment to quickly store and remove electronic devices. On their website, pricing starts at $449 per bag, and the company offers a 2-year warranty at no additional charge.
Unlike Barracuda and Modobag, Raden is designed with an integrated scale, among a few other smart-tricks (like the now-standard built-in charger). Paired with its app, Raden allows users to track their baggage (near and far) and receive information related to their trip, like security wait times and travel time to the airport.
Raden smart luggage is available in two different sizes; 22 in (8.4lbs) or 28 in (13lbs). The suitcase also includes two built-in USB ports, and a security lock. On Raden.com the small luggage is priced at $295 each, and the large is $395; both are available in 10 different colors.
Desiree Higareda
CONTRIBUTOR at SnapMunk
Desiree Higareda is a journalist and freelance writer based in Anaheim, California. She writes about all kinds of stuff, and believes it is good to know a little bit about everything--especially products that will make our lives easier. In her free time, she enjoys learning new vegetarian recipes, gardening and bargain shopping.
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Delores Cooper says
LOL, where was this luggage when Casey Niestat had to get around the airport?
Paula Smiley says
Not only is this product something to think about if you find yourself going through the airport a hundred times per year, but the airport is likely to put a stop to folks riding around on the things!
Brent Evans says
When I see Kickstart products like this, it starts to make me wonder if there are more products on the site from the SAME group of people, or if EACH Kickstarter is the idea of 1 person? Do you know what I mean?
Isn't it cool to see some of these products coming through the Kickstarter process? I really enjoy watching these campaigns, it has become an obsession of mine.


Ethiopia security crisis self-inflicted, Eritrea innocent – Ex-US Diplomat
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by Newsroom Mar 20, 2018 0
Ethiopia must deal with its home generated security crisis and stop using Eritrea as a smokescreen, this is the view of a former United States Assistant Secretary of State.
Herman Cohen on Monday waded into renewed claims by Ethiopia that neighbouring Eritrea was backing groups aimed at destabilizing the country.
Cohen described the Ethiopian claims as false and averred that the current security crisis in the country was "self-inflicted by a minority kleptocratic regime," in apparent reference to the Tigray Peoples Liberation Front (TPLF).
Ethiopia is currently under a state of emergency imposed on February 16 this year, a day after Prime Minister Hailemariam Desalegn resigned his position to allow for political reforms.
The ruling coalition, the Ethiopian Peoples Revolutionary Democratic Front (EPRDF) is set to meet to elect his successor. The country is currently under a Command Post administering the state of emergency.
The latest accusation against Eritrea was by the federal police chief who whiles giving a briefing on the state of emergency late last week, reportedly cited Eritrean involvement in the crisis. The Eritrean Information minister dismissed the claims in an email exchange with Bloomberg.
"The regime is desperately trying to deflect attention from its intractable domestic crisis — of its own making — and find external scapegoats," Yemane Ghebre Meskel said describing the claims as false and one that did not merit a serious response.
The ex-ambassador has been a regular commentator on African politics and has previously spoken about the Ethiopian situation.
"In Ethiopia, instead of an all-parties reconciliation conference, I fear a Middle East type military dictatorship takeover and a zero sum game bloody outcome. USG, do not let it happen," he said hours after a state of emergency was imposed on February 16.
"While in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, Secretary Tillerson should have talks with Ethiopian government about their internal political crisis, and should encourage the regime in power not to fear an opening to transparent democracy," he tweeted on March 3, 2018.
"Ethiopia regime should withdraw SOE declaration prior to naming OPDO leader Abiy Ahmed as new Prime Minister, thereby avoiding tense vote in Parliament, and setting stage for political reforms," he tweeted two days earlier.
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Penske Media Corporation, Rockbridge in Robb Report Joint Venture
PMC has invested in the guide to the luxury lifestyle.
By Kara Bloomgarden-Smoke on December 30, 2016
Penske Media Corporation is partnering with Rockbridge Growth Equity on the Robb Report, the companies revealed today. With this deal, PMC will add a stake in the authority on luxury lifestyle for the ultra-affluent consumer to a stable of titles that includes WWD, Variety, Hollywood Life and Deadline.
"Over the past four decades Robb Report has cemented its position as the world's leading brand for luxury lifestyle," PMC chairman and chief executive officer Jay Penske said. "To bring the Robb Report onto the PMC digital platform is a remarkable opportunity to further propel this pioneering media brand."
Robb Report, which was founded in 1976, provides advice and recommendations in superluxe categories such as aviation, boating, automobiles and watches. The brand has steadily expanded its global footprint in the last couple of years. It was acquired in 2014 by the Detroit-based Rockbridge Growth.
The deal between PMC and Rockbridge is scheduled to close in early January and will provide an opportunity for both companies to expand on the current strengths of the Robb Report's consumer reach while growing its reach and building up its digital platform.
"The partnership with PMC is a strong strategic fit and joining forces will accelerate and drive Robb Report's future growth," said Brian Hermelin, managing partner for Rockbridge Growth Equity. "The joint venture and PMC's investment allows us to focus our combined energies on expanding Robb Report's digital capabilities as well as continuing to improve its print distribution channels and event activation to deliver optimal consumer and advertiser experiences."
Robb Report will continue to exist as an independent brand, but its New York and Los Angeles locations will join the PMC offices on either coast. Financial details of the partnership were not disclosed.
PMC is a leading digital media and information services company. Its owned and operated brands reach more than 179 million visitors monthly, according to comScore, and Penske Media was recently named one of the Top 100 Private Companies in the United States and North America. PMC is one of the largest digital media companies in the world, publishing more than 20 digital media brands, including its India.com joint venture with ZEE TV in India. PMC additionally owns and produces more than 80 annual events, summits, award shows and conferences while housing a dynamic research and emerging data business.
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Roger Stone's Excuse for His "Podesta Time in a Barrel" Comment Is Even Stupider Given the Paul Manafort Prosecution
September 5, 2018 /12 Comments/in 2016 Presidential Election, Mueller Probe, WikiLeaks /by emptywheel
In addition to Randy Credico, Jerome Corsi will testify before the Mueller grand jury on Friday. That means that the grand jury will hear testimony from two people who can address the truth of two claims Roger Stone made before the House Intelligence Committee on September 26, 2017.
First, there's Stone's claim he learned about WikiLeaks' plans to release the John Podesta emails in October via Credico.
Now, let me address the charge that I had advance knowledge of the timing, content and source of the WikiLeaks disclosures from the DNC. On June 12, 2016, WikiLeaks' publisher Julian Assange, announced that he was in possession of Clinton DNC emails. I learned this by reading it on Twitter. I asked a journalist who I knew had interviewed Assange to independently confirm this report, and he subsequently did. This journalist assured me that WikiLeaks would release this information in October and continued to assure me of this throughout the balance of August and all of September. This information proved to be correct. I have referred publicly to this journalist as an, "intermediary", "go-between" and "mutual friend." All of these monikers are equally true.
Credico has not only said this is not true, but that Stone threatened him to prevent him from testifying as much.
Then, there's Stone's claim (first made publicly by Corsi the previous March) that his tweet predicting John Podesta would soon catch political heat pertained to a project he and Corsi were working on at the time.
My Tweet of August 21, 2016, in which I said, "Trust me, it will soon be the Podesta's time in the barrel. #CrookedHillary" Must be examined in context. I posted this at a time that my boyhood friend and colleague, Paul Manafort, had just resigned from the Trump campaign over allegations regarding his business activities in Ukraine. I thought it manifestly unfair that John Podesta not be held to the same standard. Note, that my Tweet of August 21, 2016, makes no mention, whatsoever, of Mr. Podesta's email, but does accurately predict that the Podesta brothers' business activities in Russia with the oligarchs around Putin, their uranium deal, their bank deal, and their Gazprom deal, would come under public scrutiny. Podesta's activities were later reported by media outlets as diverse as the Wall Street Journal and Bloomberg. My extensive knowledge of the Podesta brothers' business dealings in Russia was based on The Panama Papers, which were released in early 2016, which revealed that the Podesta brothers had extensive business dealings in Russia. The Tweet is also based on a comprehensive, early August opposition research briefing provided to me by investigative journalist, Dr. Jerome Corsi, which I then asked him to memorialize in a memo that he sent me on August 31st , all of which was culled from public records. There was no need to have John Podesta's email to learn that he and his presidential candidate were in bed with the clique around Putin.
I noted at the time that that Corsi's explanation didn't make any sense, because while the July 31 report did pertain to John Podesta, his August 31 report focused exclusively on Tony (the Corsi materials start at page 39 of Stone's HPSCI testimony; note the conflation of Tony for John got repeated in Craig Murray's explanations for the WikiLeaks' go-between he met in September).
But the explanation is even less credible given what has happened since: Paul Manafort, whose plight the Corsi report was (per Stone) explicitly a response to, got indicted in part because he told Tony Podesta to hide his ties to Russian-backed Ukrainian politicians. Indeed, in classic Corsi style, he describes Podesta's role in Manafort's crime, without disclosing that Podesta was in legal trouble because of Manafort's effort to hide his own crimes; Corsi presented them as equal partners in this crime.
CNN further reported on Aug. 19 the Podesta Group had issued a statement affirming the firm has retained the boutique Washington-based law http://www.capdale.com firm Caplin & Drysdale "to determine if we were mislead by the Centre for a Modern Ukraine or any other individuals with potential ties to foreign governments or political parties." The Podesta Group statement issued to CNN continued: "When the Centre became a client, it certified in writing that 'none of the activities of the Centre are directly or indirectly supervised, directed, controlled, financed or subsidized in whole or in part by a government of a foreign country or a foreign political party.' We relied on that certification and advice from counsel in registering and reporting under the Lobbying Disclosure Act rather than the Foreign Agents Registration Act."
The CNN statement concluded with the statement, "We will take whatever measures are necessary to address this situation based on Caplin & Drysdale's review, including possible legal action against the Centre." In breaking the story that the Podesta Group had hired Caplin & Drysdale, Buzz Feed https://www.buzzfeed.com/rosiegray/top-lobbying-firm-hiresoutside-counsel-in-ukraine-manafort?utm term=.duLexkeKBx#.rj4gn3gmln reported on Aug. 19, that both the Podesta Group and Manafort's D.C. political firm were working under contract with the same group advising Yanukovych and his Ukrainian Party of Regions – namely the non-profit European Centre for a Modern Ukraine based in Brussels. On Dec. 20, 2013, Reuters reported http://www.reuters.com/article/us-usaukraine-lobbying-idUSBRE9BJ1B220131220#6oTXxKZp25obYxzF.99 the European Centre for a Modern Ukraine paid $900,000 to the Podesta Group for a two-year contract aimed at improving the image of the Yanukovych government in the United States that the Podesta Group told Reuters they were implementing through contacts with key congressional Democrats.
That detail is important of a number of reasons. First, because it makes it entirely unlikely that Stone (who was meeting with Rick Gates during this period, if not his "boyhood friend" Manafort himself) learned of Podesta's ties via Panama Papers and not from Manafort himself. But it also provides a reason why Corsi and Stone would be focusing on Tony at the time — to draw attention away from Manafort, and with it, the corruption that Manafort implicated the Trump Administration in. Indeed, the Manafort EDVA court record shows that Gates and Manafort were using a range of financial and political means of doing the same at precisely that time.
It's clear, given what we've learned as part of the Manafort prosecutions, that the effort to impugn Tony Podesta had everything (as Stone partly tells truthfully)to do with the plight of Manafort at the time.
Which is to say, it didn't have anything to do with John, and so can't be used to explain that tweet.
On top of everything else. Mueller appears to be finishing up false statements charges against Stone.
Tags: Jerome Corsi, John Podesta, Paul Manafort, Randy Credico, Tony Podesta
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Bob Conyers says:
I hadn't realized Jerome Corsi was a bit player in this mess. I can't for the life of me imagine what he would be like under oath, and the outside chance that he faces some kind of legal danger makes me happy.
Corsi is in Alex Jones territory, and made the bizarre claim that Obama wears a ring that meant he was in a secret gay union with his college roommate, and Stephen Colbert interviewed one adherent to the theory who said that the CIA teleported him and Obama to Mars.
https://www.mediaite.com/tv/important-colbert-investigates-claims-that-barack-obama-is-a-gay-martian/
http://www.cc.com/video-clips/s190yi/the-colbert-report-this-changes-everything—obama-s-martian-gayness
punaise says:
If the real thing don't do the trick
You better make up something quick
You gonna burn it out to the wick
Aren't you, Barrel-Coulda?
Rayne says:
~laughing~
:~)
(at least I exercised some restraint and forwent the "low-hanging fruit" of an easy d*ck rhyme.
…and skipped the "down to my knees" part entirely, ick.)
Willis Warren says:
Is the electric chair on the table? Guillotine?
Bruce Olsen says:
Let's just, ummm, stone them all to death.
Rapier says:
Is the Kavanaugh hearing over? Some questions about his history with Rodger would possibly be a real hoot.
@Bruce (couldn't reply): Baseball bats. Up close and personal. I call dibs on "stones". The other 200M of you can have what's left.
Great scene in The Untouchables, isn't it?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QHH9EYZHoVU
Frank Probst says:
I have trouble keeping the Podestas straight, tbh.
On your first point, I think you've got "reasonable doubt" right out of the gate, because no matter who prosecutors say that Stone was talking about, Stone's defense is that he was talking about someone else.
On your second point, you're going to need a flowchart and a really good timeline as visual aids to make things clear to a jury. And everything has to pass the "I got my Podestas mixed up." defense. It sounds like the documentation is clear on this (and there's a clear record of who said what when), so it gets you past the problem that nobody here seems to have any credibility as a witness unless there's documentation to back up their testimony. But it's going to have be laid out VERY clearly for a jury to buy it.
joulie says:
stone on ingraham radio 8:30 am cdt
TravisV says:
Shelby Holliday at WSJ has news re: Credico. Twitter thread here:
https://twitter.com/shelbyholliday/status/1038082393377263616
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The dirty deed is done
Veröffentlicht am 10. August 2010 | 1 Kommentar
As I indicated yesterday, the Football Association of Saxony-Anhalt (FSA) does not agree with my opinion that culpability should play a role in determining which youth teams participate in the DFB-Pokal and NOFV-Pokal.
For reasons I cannot find in any of the statutes governing youth football or football in the FSA territory, officials have decided to register Hallescher FC's Under-19 team for the DFB-Pokal and 1. FC Magdeburg's Under-17 team for the much less prestigious NOFV-Pokal.1
1. FC Magdeburg have reacted with a press release that is mild in my opinion, but nevertheless manages to call the decision "unsportsmanlike". It further adds that the decision reflects exactly a statement from Halle's youth coordinator made last week and reported as "the only fair solution" in Halle-based newspaper Mitteldeutsche Zeitung. The press release closes with words of regret with regard to the notion of fair play that is always propagated by the FSA, but seems to not have any influence on the association itself.
Magdeburg's cooperation was not rewarded – the club had readily agreed to switch the final locations to Halle instead of Magdeburg in order to get the matches to be played. In essence, the decision rewards Halle's boycotting the final at the close of last season with a spot in the DFB-Pokal. And while FSA president Werner Georg has apparently assumed full responsibility for the mess and also promised an internal investigation, I am not holding my breath for anything constructive.
All I can hope for is a resounding defeat for Halle in the DFB-Pokal – and in the Under-19 Bundesliga match against Magdeburg that is scheduled for 22 August.
NOFV is the regional FA governing football in Brandeburg, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Berlin, Thuringia, Saxony and Saxony-Anhalt [↩]
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Chleb Ravenell and Kathryn Dennis still dating or not?
American reality TV star Kathryn Dennis gained notoriety after appearing on the "Southern Charm." The famous person from Charleston comes from a long line of powerful politicians who were the owners of "Lewisfield Plantation." Kathryn's appearance on "Southern Charm" affected her personal and professional life. She made acquaintances on the program and eventually started dating the politician and businessman Thomas Ravenel. The couple's relationship ended badly, and they were entangled in a bitter custody dispute over their two children. Kathryn and her ex-protracted boyfriend's argument usually makes news. Thomas and Kathryn have both received sentences for various offenses, raising concerns about their parenting skills.
Facts about Kathryn Dennis :
Full Name Kathryn Dennis
Birth Date 6 August 1991
Birth Place Charleston, South Carolina, United States
Nick Name Not found
Education Graduated
Father's Name Luke Dennis
Mother's Name Allison Dennis
Siblings 1
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Profession a model, a Southern socialite, and reality television star
Wife/Husband/Boyfriend/Girlfriend (Name) Not found
Net Worth $800 thousand.
Facebook https://www.facebook.com/BravoTVsKathrynCalhounDennis
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Instagram https://www.instagram.com/kathryndennis/?hl=en
Kathryn Dennis's boyfriend:
When Kathryn Dennis first appeared on Southern Charm in 2014, she was a 21-year-old college student who struck up a friendship with Thomas Ravenel, who was already a regular cast member.
Thomas and Kathryn's on-and-off romance produced a lot of the drama on the Bravo series during the following few seasons. Before their legal split, the couple welcomed two children: St. Julien Rembert Ravenel and Kensington "Kensie" Calhoun. So, Many Southern Charm fans hoped Kathryn would find love after her long-term, on-and-off romance with Thomas Ravenel ended in 2016.
She later dated musician Hunter Price and politician Joseph Abruzzo, but neither relationship worked out.
Viewers met Chleb Ravenell, Kathryn's new boyfriend, at the Southern Charm Season 7 reunion, which aired in January 2021. Before Chleb made his on-screen debut, the couple had been dating for a long time.
The couple started dating in the summer of 2020, and in October of that same year, they made their relationship official on Instagram.
In April 2021, Chleb and Kathryn shared a Charleston residence. When Season 8 of Southern Charm premieres, Chleb and Kathryn are dating and sharing a home, but they have since broken up. The reality stars dated for over a year before a source told Us Weekly in November 2021 that they had broken up.
Kathryn Dennis Early Life
Kathryn Dennis is a Filipina singer, actor, and television personality. She was born Kathryn Dennis De Guzman Iringan on September 15, 1995. Grand Champion of Popstar Kids' inaugural season. After starring in the highly regarded teleseries My Special Tatay, she and Ken Chan gained popularity as a love team. She is one of the Journey Hosts on The Clash's third season and the primary hosts of All-Out Sundays, a show that airs on Sundays at noon.
Kathryn Dennis's Career
When Kathryn Dennis was a senior in high school, she worked as a receptionist for the first time. She began her career as a front desk agent at the "Old Santee Canal Park" before moving on to the "Fitness World." Before working as an intern in the Lieutenant Governor's office, she later worked as a page in the South Carolina Senate. Also, Kathryn joined the cast of "Southern Charm," a Bravo reality series that follows the lives of seven socialites in South Carolina in 2014. 2018 saw the end of her 70-episode tenure on the program.
Kathryn appeared on the pop culture-focused late-night chat show "Watch What Happens: Live" in the interim. Also, she appeared as a guest on "Celebrity Page," a syndicated program covering the entertainment industry. So, Kathryn has recently entered several business initiatives, primarily concerning fashion and lifestyle. She also introduced the "Kensie + Saint" brand of children's furniture. Also, Kathryn represents Gwynn's department store brand in Charleston. So, the reality star is eager to join the "Gwynn's Studio" as a partner in creativity. She also works on updating vintage items with contemporary designs.
Kathryn Dennis's Family Background
Luke Dennis and his wife Allison Dennis welcomed Kathryn Calhoun Dennis into the world on August 5, 1992. In Berkeley County, South Carolina, she was raised.
Kathryn Dennis's relationship status
Thomas Ravenel, a politician, former state treasurer, and Kathryn Dennis occasionally dated. They originally met while working together on the reality series "Southern Charm." Despite Thomas being thirty years Kathryn's senior, the two seemed to like one another and eventually fell in love. Together, they have two children: St. Julien Rembert Ravenel, who was born in 2016, and Kensington Calhoun Ravenel, who was born in 2014.
Their marriage started to falter in 2014, but they were able to patch things up after Kensington was born. In May 2016, the two's issues erupted again, and they have been engaged in a court dispute ever since. Kathryn, however, would not give up on getting custody of her kids, and she once more appealed to the judge. She charged Thomas with using drugs. She then received permission to share in the care of her kids. So, sadly, the agreement did not make their relationship more peaceful. Also, Kathryn talked to JD Madison and Elizabeth, her children's godparents, on the reality show about her problems.
On the other hand, Thomas used his Instagram posts to express his dissatisfaction. In a July 2018 report published on "The RadarOnline," it was revealed that Thomas and Kathryn's issues began when their child's nanny accused him of attacking her sexually in 2015. According to reports, Thomas gave the babysitter money to drop the lawsuit.
Kathryn Dennis's Background in Education
She graduated in 2009 from the "Berkeley High School" she had attended. At the "University of South Carolina," she later studied journalism, fashion, and visual communication. Kathryn participated in several volunteer endeavors at the university, such as the "Andre Bauer For Governor Campaign" and the "Red Ribbon Week Campaign." She also contributed to the political campaigns of Joe Wilson. Kathryn also held positions as the University of South Carolina College Republicans' creative director and chairwoman for recruitment.
What is Kathryn Dennis's net worth?
Her net worth is $800 thousand.
Who or what is Chleb Ravenell?
Chleb held several other positions and is currently employed full-time by Apple in Charleston as a Product Specialist.
Is Naomi and Kathryn Dennis still close?
Naomie claims that her friendship with Kathryn is still "strained."
Naomie revealed her reasons for leaving Southern Charm to Us Weekly two months after she departed the show.
What source of income does Kathryn have?
Kathryn Dennis receives a $25,000 episode pay for her work on Southern Charm. Gwynn's department store currently employs Kathryn as a brand representative.
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CAN EQUITY BE TOKENISED IN IRELAND? DAVID GILMORE, AKASHA
Taken from interview with Simon Cocking - https://irishtechnews.ie/equity-tokenised-ireland-david-gilmore-akasha/
AKASHA Innovation Hub and SORS Digital Assets are excited to host a panel discussion on Wednesday 5th February covering the topic of Tokenisation in Ireland. Quick interview with David Gilmore from Akasha.
How was the last year, what worked well, what didn't move as quickly as you would have liked?
We set up in Dublin in 2019, this was part of our global expansion having already established bases in Zug, Berlin and Barcelona. There were a number of highlights in 2019 for AKASHA, we solidified our partnership with CERN, presented at the World Economic Forum and at Devcon 5 in Osaka, Japan we announced Ethereum.World, a platform seeking to unify the Ethereum ecosystem by integrating decentralized apps into a simple, delightful social experience. At our Innovation Hub here in Dublin we have a number of Blockchain start ups taking part in our incubation and acceleration programs. I think that the issue of regulation in the Blockchain space in Ireland is lagging behind other countries such as the UK and Germany and it is important to address that issue. For example, the German Federal Ministry has issued a national Blockchain strategy for the Token economy and we need a similar initiative in Ireland at this point.
What are your plans for the future?
It is the goal of AKASHA to continue to develop distributed technologies that enable the creation of new Blockchain backed innovation driven economies and foster the emergence of knowledge driven societies through collective intelligence. Moving from proof of concept to rolling out production is a key target for 2020. We hope to expand to more locations and are currently collaborating with the Isle of Man government about taking an active role in their regulatory sandbox.
What will you be talking about at this event?
The primary topic at the Event will be the Tokenisation of equity in Ireland with specific focus on the Tokenization of Real Estate, Assets, Commodities and Securities. We are delighted that representatives from the Central Bank and the Department of Finance will be in attendance, it will be useful for them to hear from our German partners Black Manta about how regulation is actually working in the Blockchain space in Germany. Our panel comprises of a broad spectrum of the Blockchain industry including developers, legal experts, Blockchain entrepreneurs and venture capital funds looking to invest in the space.
What inspired you to organise it?
We feel that we need to start a conversation among the key stakeholders in the space and that it will be hugely beneficial to bring together the leading industry experts with representatives from the Central Bank and Department of Finance. Also we are determined to continue to increase awareness and education around the Blockchain development and applications in Ireland so we will be holding one event each month on various topical issues.
Which influencers and websites do you follow to keep up to date with the latest developments?
Obviously irishtechnews.ie continues to be a great resource for Blockchain information in Ireland. Other than the usual Twitter, Linkedin and Reddit sources, we like to go to as many meetups and conferences as possible, we find this is a great way of keeping our ear to the ground and find out all of the goings on that aren't necessarily in the public domain. This was one of the reasons we become proud sponsors of the BlockW event in Dublin.
How can people find out more about what you are working on? Anything else you'd like to add / we should have asked?
We have just launched our new website, www.akasha.ie and are always happy to have visitors drop in for a coffee in our offices in Dublin City Centre.
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