the sentinel amsterdam vol. 6 #4
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The Sentinel, Amsterdam tri-weekly e-zine with all that is good and informative on lifestyles with perspectives, opinion and sport from Amsterdam looking out at the rest of the world. We inform, update and entertain from our city just under sea-level.TRANSCRIPT
vol 6 4 ndash 25 December 2012
technology
INDIA ndash TIGERS AND PALACES
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The SentinelAmsterdamIntegrity heart humour
NO NEWS IS GOOD NEWS
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E-mail sentinelpostgmailcomWebsite wwwthesentineleu
Contributors Maureen Bancroft Tatiana Igumensheva Sam van Dam David King Simon Owusu Dirkje Bakker-Pierre Evelina Kvartunaite and Ananda Welij
EditorsGary Rudland amp Denson PierreDesign realisation and form Andrei Barburas amp No-OfficenlWebmasterwwwsio-bytestumblrcomWebhost Amsterjammincom
The Sentinel Amsterdam does not intentionally include unaccredited photosillustrations that are subject to copyright If you consider your copyright to have been infringed please contact us at sentinelpostgmailcom
3in this issue
The Sentinel Amsterdam
feature - p04
technology - p 78
city gems - p 38 art - p 51 cafeacutebar review - p 60
star beer guide - p 66 amsterdam city life - p 69
health amp well-being - p 76
spotted - p 72
trends - p 74film review - p 73
India tigers and palaces
No news is good news
Silent nights Iron wolves Batavia 1920
Grimbergen blonde Bring back
Shine
Where is this in Amsterdam
All caked outRoom 2C
lsquoVisits to Delhi Agra and Jaipur as well as Ranthambore National Parkrsquo
lsquoA bid to counter the majority of lacklustre storiesrsquo
lsquoWe usually experience a grey rainy mess around Christmas timersquo
lsquoI departed Moscow for Hong Kongrsquo
lsquoTime for me to click into my skis againrsquo
Wintry wonders
White out
A russian bears a chinese panda
The Gold Room
perspectives - p20
sport - p 82
travel - p 26
sport - p 88
more
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By Maureen Bancroft
My recent trip to India was both a journey of discovery and renewal to a place that has been in my imagination ever since childhood I was born and grew up on the island of Trinidad West Indies in a place named Delhi Road Fyzabad The name was given to this small town by Indians (Faizabad Uttar Pradesh) who were transported there by the British as indentured slaves They were sent out to work on sugar cane plantations following the abolition of African slavery and mainly settled in central and southern Trinidad My childhood was enriched by Indian culture religions and food Anglo-Indian friends who have since visited Trinidad commented on how Indian traditions and cultures have survived making this small island in the Caribbean a vibrant mix of both India and Africa
India Tigers and
Palaces
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lsquoMy childhood was enriched by Indian culture religions and foodrsquo
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over the streets and alleys would give Health and Safety experts from the West nightmares but this also added to the mix and seemed to be a link between the old and antiquated and the new
On our second day we set off by Indian Railway to the city of Agra Travelling by Indian rail is cheap and reliable but agility and concentration is essential as the drivers will only wait at the platform for about 50 seconds We arrived in Agra also known as Akbarabad the former capital of the Mughal Empire (1526 -1658) and visited the magnificent Agra Fort the Taj Mahal and Fatehpur Sikri These three sites have all been granted UNESCO World Heritage status Unfortunately our visit to the much-anticipated Taj Mahal was a little disappointing due to smog Pollution is a problem and is made worse by the practice of farmers burning fields after the harvest Divali celebrations were also in the air and spent firecrackers added to it all The monument itself was built as a token of undying love by Emperor Shah Jahan for his beloved queen Mumtaz and is considered the jewel of Islamic art as well as one of the Seven Wonders of the World It would have been amazing to see it bathed in sunlight at sunrise and sunset when the marble takes on different hues because of its translucence It is truly a magnificent building Agra fort is very impressive and is sometimes referred to as the lsquowalled cityrsquo due to its size There are a number of impressive buildings to explore
The following day we left Agra to visit the ancient sandstone city of Fatehpur Sikri We travelled there by
India has therefore always been on my list of places to visit so it seemed like a good start to my post-retirement travels An advert in one of the daily British newspapers for a trip to Delhi called Indiarsquos Tigers and Palaces caught my imagination The trip included visits to Delhi Agra and Jaipur as well as Ranthambore National Park to see tigers I was keen to travel with a guided tour company as both my husband and I were first-timers We arrived at Delhi airport and were greeted by our Indian guide at the start of eleven wonderful days
Nothing can prepare the novice visitor for the array of humans (rich poor destitute) animals traffic noise colours and smells Delhi is an international metropolis and one of the oldest existing cities in the world It is said to consist of seven successive cities with the British-built New Delhi making it eight New Delhi was built to be the capital of the British Empirersquos most prized possession India It is an impressive city with tree-lined boulevards along the Rajpath stretching from India Gate a war memorial reminiscent of Parisrsquo Arc de Triomphe to the Presidential Palace The tallest monument Quitb Minar is an architectural marvel of ancient India It is one of the tallest minarets in the world Our visit to old Delhi also included a visit to the Jama Masjid mosque which can accommodate 20000 worshippers at a time The highlight of the day was a ride on a rickshaw through the narrow alleys observing the vendors with their wonderful array of leafy vegetables fresh fruit and colourful spices The bundles of live electric wires that hang precariously
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lsquoNothing can prepare the novice visitor for the array of humans (rich poor destitute) animals
traffic noise colours and smellsrsquo
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lsquoA link between the old and antiquated and the newrsquo
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by Maharaja Sawai Singh II in 1727 Its buildings are striking and sites include the magnificent Amber Fort the Palace of the Winds and a fascinating observatory consisting of 14 geometric structures designed to record astronomical measurements Our final day was spent in the historic city of Patan Mahal which was founded in the 12th century It occupies a strategic defensive position nestled in a valley surrounded by three hills We stayed at the impressive Patan Mahal Palace which represents traditional Rajasthani architecture The Palace is situated on a hillside with terrific views We were transferred by camels through the village accompanied by a local brass band All the local children were amused at the site of British holiday makers indulging in a bit of nostalgia maybe regretting the days of Empire a little I particularly enjoyed seeing the children playing cricket which also reminded me of the British legacy The villagers are very poor but there is hope that with the growth of the Indian economy the quality of their lives will improve A walk through the village was interesting as we stumbled across small industries such as pottery and jewellery making
We were entertained on our final night with traditional dancing and wonderful food Sadly our tour had come to an end and all that now remain are dreams and the desire to return soon The vibrant colours of the women in their saris delicious food walking through a village tiger spotting and amazing palaces will forever live on in my memory
air-conditioned coach Indian roads and Indian driving is not for the faint hearted Cows bicycles tractors and pedestrians pass on any side they can and the rule of the road seems to be simply get from here to there by the shortest route Each individual driver seems to have their own interpretation of how to negotiate dual carriageways and roundabouts Sacred cows and all other animals have right of way and the loudest horn takes precedence Our next stop was Fatehpur Sikri an ancient sandstone city built by Mogul Emperor Akbar in the 16th century as Indiarsquos political capital It was abandoned only 15 years after construction when the capital was relocated back to Agra leaving Fatehpur Sikri preserved as a medieval fortress of red sandstone The intricate architecture including Islamic Hindu and Christian symbols is breathtaking
Our next rail journey was to Sawai Madhopur lodge This accommodation had the wow factor since it had previously belonged to a Maharaja The lodge was the perfect setting for the most exciting two days of our trip the visit to Ranthambore National Park I didnrsquot believe that I would actually see tigers as animals in the wild can be unpredictable I was humbled and amazed when we first spotted a female tiger with her two cubs This majestic and beautiful beast has starred in television documentaries and it was a privilege to see her in her natural habitat The park covers 159 hectares and is home to more than 300 species of birds as well as monkeys and deer
On the eighth day we travelled to Jaipur or lsquothe pink cityrsquo It is the capital of Rajasthan and was founded
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lsquoThe jewel of Islamic art as well as one of the Seven Wonders of the World lsquo
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lsquoSacred cows and all other animals have right of way and the loudest horn takes
precedencelsquo
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lsquoThere is hope that with the growth of the Indian economy the quality of their lives will
improversquo
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Wintry Wonders
ndashlsquoThe sturdy weather-defying people we arersquo
perspectives20
Wintry Wonders
By Sam van Dam
In recent years Amsterdam has been blessed or cursed depending on your point of view by regular snowfall in the winter to spring period It still feels like a bit of a novelty given that we usually experience a grey rainy mess around Christmas time instead of a white blanket With snow becoming a regular but still novel visitor to our beloved city and country our reactions to it cover the full range of emotions from childlike joy that makes us look up into the sky with our tongue sticking out to catch some of the little fluffy flakes followed by a frantic run to the attic to find those old ice-skates among all the rubble to angry fist-shaking at the heavens followed by a desperate soul-crushing ldquoNoooooordquo usually from those who own a car and have to start their day with some hand-numbing ice removal from the frozen windows of their vehicles not to mention the inevitable traffic jams
ndashlsquoNegotiate your steel horse through piles of ice and snow covering every surfacersquo
perspectives21
ndashlsquoAn iced-over surface is the natural enemy of anything moving across itrsquo
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clouds Going by the sheer number of mangled locals hauled off to hospital emergency rooms each January it often seems like we forget everything wersquove learned in previous winters or we simply enjoy kissing the cold asphalt while the bike chain wraps itself around our cold stiffened necks No other explanation makes sense The safest advice is to stay inside until the worst is over but since most of us need to go out and make a living or at least visit the shops to stock up on hot chocolate and whipped cream for those long dark evenings by the fireplace hibernation is sadly not an option Luckily the periods of time when we have to deal with ice and snow are usually short lived and there is always the alternative of the public transport system for those who donrsquot dare to confront the frozen world wheel-on And of course there is one thing that unites all of us in a feverish winter dream and makes us forget all the downsides of the cold season the thought that we might be able to ice-skate on the canals rivers and waterways of our lovely little country There is a magic word that we only dare to whisper for fear that once itrsquos spoken out loud the temperature will rise instantly so Irsquom going to write it in tiny letters only Elfstedentocht (Eleven city tour) This ice-skating race of over 200 kilometres through the beautiful frozen Frisian landscape is the pinnacle of winter wonderland fun for the entire family We were last able to enjoy this mysterious and elusive pleasure in 1997 so wish us luck and hopefully this season we can live the dream again May the winter gods be with us
Being the sturdy weather-defying people we are it does not bother us much to hop on our bikes and face the white landscape But there are a few things to consider before throwing yourself into a winter storm trying to negotiate your steel horse through piles of ice and snow covering every surface Make sure to dress properly ndash itrsquos best to wear several layers of clothing which allows the air trapped in between to warm up and keep you comfortable The outer layer should really be waterproof as snow can become rain in an instant here and you donrsquot want to be stuck in a woollen jacket that will freeze solid and cover you with an icy crust when the wind turns in your direction A nice thick hat and gloves are mandatory the head being the area of your body from which most heat exits and you donrsquot want to let that happen Keep it under wraps to ensure proper brain activity and intact ears even if yoursquore caught out in one of those mini-blizzards that can just pop up out of nowhere Once yoursquore all bundled up and ready for the ride there is of course the small issue of the streets being completely covered in icy sludge the kind that has created wrinkles of despair and fear across the foreheads of generations of Dutch men and women An iced-over surface is the natural enemy of anything moving across it and especially those with only two wheels which have a natural tendency to fall over when not held in check by the trained thighs of a road warrior It is highly advisable to ride slowly and carefully keeping an eye on the road ahead of you for frozen patches These can usually be easily identified by the number of falling bodies and crashing bikes of those who seem to think that gravity is suspended once the fluffy stuff starts drifting down from the
travelperspectives23
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ndashlsquoWrite it in tiny letters only Elfstedentocht (Eleven city tour)rsquo
perspectives25
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A Russian bears a Chinese panda
Moscow
Once a year I take a foreign holiday and every time I want it to be something special In order to experience the gorgeous Chinese culture and to faint at the sight of enormous skyscrapers in November 2012 I departed Moscow for Hong Kong I wanted my trip to include cultural aspects be affordable and bring something new into my life Looking back I am happy to say that my holiday completely satisfied all these criteria
27travel
By Tatiana Igumensheva
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lsquoA casino which is often the only purpose for visiting Macau especially for people from mainland China and
Hong Kongrsquo
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travel
Macau
Having landed in Honk Kong I took a ferry to Macau which is not as large as its nickname the lsquoAsian Las Vegasrsquo suggests It took me just a day to complete my sightseeing and another to buy souvenirs The only place I omitted from my explorations was a casino which is often the only purpose for visiting Macau especially for people from mainland China and Hong Kong Temples natas (exquisite tarts) Portuguese architecture from the 19th century alongside huge skyscrapers this is the Macau I will remember It is very clean and most museums and temples do not charge for admission I enjoyed the Mandarinrsquos House most of all ndash a great example of home and everyday life habits Jesuit temples are gorgeous as well as the fortress with its lighthouse and of course Macaursquos most famous landmark the ruins of St Paulrsquos cathedral
Macau is a former Portuguese colony and if this one is anything to go by this is something the Portuguese were great at The old city centre has the atmosphere of a small tranquil town ndash very safe and friendly ndash which is exactly what it is both Macau and Hong Kong are probably the two safest places in the world The only thing that was a constant worry was the fact that Macau (and Hong Kong) has no open spaces at all The roads just keep going up and down up and downhellip
Good cardio exercise though I went through it for two days in Macau and then continued my hiking in Hong Kong
Hong Kong
Signs of British colonialism in Hong Kong are noticeable by their absence It was all destroyed in order to make use of every square metre An absence of land has made Hong Kong a temple to skyscrapers and the Chinese appear to have mastered this art perfectly
The first place to see is surely The Peak however Even if you are hysterically afraid of heights you simply must go there This is one view you will never forget Visit it at least twice ndash in the afternoon and in the evening ndash and you will see two different cities below Then take a walk through the central area The way the buildings almost literally scrape the sky excites me every time I look up ndash itlsquos amazing By the way despite being such a technological nation the local Chinese care about the environment in all aspects of their lives They are fond of trees even in a small city-centre park so they can take a little rest on their way to work and they really seem to care about nature There are huge penalties for littering smoking in prohibited areas and great attention to recycling Hong Kong is a city that cares ndash thatrsquos my first impression
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lsquoAn absence of land has made Hong Kong a temple to skyscrapersrsquo
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travel
Another thought I had about all of this progress around me is that being such a progressive society the local Chinese never stopped to become fundamentally religious There are many temples and statues so many religions live together in this peaceful place That was a completely new lifestyle experience for me skyscrapers happily standing alongside all sorts of religious buildings Maybe thatrsquos what freedom of faith is all about
If you manage to get there try to visit all the places described in the tourist guidebooks They are really worth seeing Hong Kong residents spend their weekends visiting these places themselves Ocean Park Big Buddha Mid-levels the Avenue of Stars Hong Kong Park the Botanical and Zoological Gardenshellip I enjoyed all of them greatly
However what struck me the most was the people Forever smiling kind and always helpful Talking to them was a pleasure And some of them cook such delicious dishes that I was ready to eat the plate By the way do not forget that Hong Kong is the capital of international cuisine ndash so try everything Except for Borsch (some restaurants offer it) with which I still believe it is better to get acquainted in Russia or Ukraine All sorts of noodles rice and dumplings are
available here I tried Vietnamese Indian and Hong Kong cuisine and I cannot say which I like morehellip So Hong Kong is a wonderful opportunity to try everything
One last bit of advice if you can afford it take a hotel room with harbour view which will pay you back with interest My harbour-view hotel room suited me perfectly When I was tired of walking I went to my room had a glass of wine watched the lights shimmering on the other side of harbour and was completely happy
I am just reaching the end of my holiday taking a rest in my room and feeling really jealous of anyone about to visit Hong Kong for the first time You are going to enjoy so many exciting emotionshellip
travel30
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lsquoThe local Chinese care about the environment in all aspects of their livesrsquo
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lsquoHong Kong is a city that caresrsquo
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lsquoHong Kong is the capital of international cuisine ndash so try everythingrsquo
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city gems38
Silent nights
Winter nights are well suited to staying indoors in the warmth especially after dark Not everyone is a lowland bear however and most of us need thoughtful stimulation to keep smiling through cold nights spent away from living quarters Luckily for Amsterdammers who pay attention from time to time extremely interesting and creative happenings are staged at a price anyone can afford The idea is simple tour the lights of lsquoNew Cityrsquo Amsterdam at night spending a couple of hours on a sturdy comfortable and warm (enclosed) historical craft The city falls silent as soon as you leave the pier and the transformation is complete when the city becomes simply unrecognisable with its flat lines interrupted by a few high-rising buildings shimmering back at you Some things in Amsterdam remain refreshingly surprising even to its well-cured darlings Not much beats having couple glasses of wine while splashing across the IJsselmeer and struggling to figure out which section of the city you are gazing upon through the silence of an icy night
Watch out for repeats wwwlichtophetijnl
city gems
By Denson Pierre
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The Sentinel took up the enthusiastic invitation from the people of the annually occurring Dutch-Lithuanian art event on December 1 The Dutch aspect of the event day and night together with the displayed art was not particularly significant in this case however given that it was one of the more complete cultural cuisine musical and heartily drinking events that the recent European Union arrivalrsquos creative set could conjure with the help of their foreign desk and local culture funds A well produced and expansive programme could be sampled and lightning insight garnered into the culture and artistic impressions of a pearl of Baltic civilisation Vilnius met Amsterdam It just may be time for this e-zine to delve even deeper into Lithuania
See wwwltartnl
Iron Wolves
By Denson Pierre
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MechelenAuthentic and full of surprises Thatrsquos Mechelen Hospitable and honourable Thatrsquos the people of Mechelen Come and experience the cityrsquos urban charms for yourself Mechelen
Authentic and full of surprises Thatrsquos Mechelen Hospitable and honourable Thatrsquos the people of Mechelen Come and experience the cityrsquos urban charms for yourself
photography copy Layla Aerts
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CafeacuteBar Review Batavia 1920
lsquoClassic bar art embraces you as you enterrsquo
cafebar review60
Batavia 1920Prins Hendrikkade 85 1012 AE Amsterdam
It is always handy to know of a wholesome cafeacutebar that ticks all the boxes even if it happens to be located at the busiest point of the old city (obliquely opposite Central Station) Over the course of the different seasons I managed to assess this fine establishment which serves as another reminder of what good honest bars are all about There is still quality available in Amsterdam
AmbianceThoughtful solid furniture easy lighting and classic bar art embraces you as you enter With a chess club professional dart board regular parties and borrels the vibe ranges daily from mellow to vibrant Rating 5
StaffregularsOn my most recent visit I had the pleasure of Elizabeth and Jamie leading the service but staff members are always experienced service is quick and drinks are de-livered with fresh smiles whoever happens to be work-ing The regulars are plentiful and the bar emanates the energy of a good professional lsquoIrishrsquo bar attracting an eclectic international mix to this super-central location It is a perfect meeting point for friends from any cardi-nal direction with the national transportation hub being literally just across the road Rating 5
Televised sportAmple flat screens and channels Rating 4
PricesIn general the prices are standard Central Amsterdam levels which is sadly typical of grand cafeacutes in this post-code area What works in Bataviarsquos favour is that it has an above-average selection of lsquoBelgian beautiesrsquo (beer) on offer Given the advised dosage having two or three should not leave you broke or broken The kitchen also has quite a strong reputation for above-average pub fare The Sunday roast dinner is especially popular and keeps folk who like that sort of thing coming back as often as they can afford it Rating 3
MusicGenuinely diverse popular and world music from a crisp-sounding digital sound system and staff members seem to have cool taste in music Rating 5
Smoking area provisionThere is a large smoking room on the lower level Sim-ple and ingenious air-conditioning allows you to spend your full upstairs session there without the sense of be-ing fumigated If you were not told about the smoking area below you would not know there was one Rating 5
Total rating 2730(Ratings from 1-5 where 1 = Very poor and 5 = Excel-lent)
By Denson Pierre
lsquoA perfect meeting point for friends from any cardinal directionrsquo
cafebar review6
1
lsquoIt has an above-average selection of lsquoBelgian beautiesrsquorsquo
cafebar review62
lsquoStaff members seem to have cool taste in musicrsquo
cafebar review63
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These are detailed tours designed for visitors who wish to explore with great detail and not suitable for simply sight-seeing tourists
Day segments and ratesPR 0800-1230hrs AG 1330-1630hrs UE 1730-2130hrsAll sessions are priced at u 25 per single adult Group size upper limit = 8 Accompanied children under the age of five are gratis and school aged children pay 25 Family package rates are negotiable
ContactJaroslav Cernosek+420 602 228 797Mail jcernosekcentrumcz
wwwyourtuliptourcom
JC Tours
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star beer guide
The SentinelStar beer guide
lsquoFind the better bars serving it at the right price in the New Yearrsquo
Clever marketing and an effective pricing campaign has led to this A-class standard-bearing blonde becoming one of the most easily found lsquorealrsquo beers in Amsterdam cafeacutes and bars With its distinctive charisma and fresh fruity taste it sits just on the edge in terms of strength and only the brave and seasoned can be found using it as a session beer Prices across Amsterdam for the same Trappist-glass measure can range dramatically from euro 250 to euro 425 per glass so there is fun to be had trying to find the better bars serving it at the right price in the New Year Your search will be rewarded by this cool classic
Grimbergen Blonde is brewed by Alken-Maes Alken Belgium
By Denson Pierre
GRIMBERGEN BLONDE (67 ABV)
67star beer guide
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BRING BACK
A substantial amount of the culture on mainland Europe revolves around platinum-standard beer of various descriptions and fl avours being easily available Amsterdam is not lacking in cafeacutes bars off licences supermarkets and online outlets stocking truly great beers available either immediately or within 24 hours With the growing popularity of high-yeast and high alcohol by volume brands how these drinks are served is a cause for concern however
Led by the Belgians and French the art of designing a glass that refl ects the individual quality of the liquid experience within is among these productsrsquo most out-standing features after their fl avour and power to in-toxicate Any beer of decent repute has its own glass in which it is intended to be served This always takes the form and size of a sensible measure to ensure a taste experience at the correct temperature and allow people to enjoy the evoked sensations before fi nding them-selves suddenly and blindingly drunk What we now often fi nd in tourist-pressed Amsterdam are these lsquoreal beersrsquo being off ered and served to ignorant punters in pint (or half-litre) measures leading to people becom-ing drunk at speed and destroying the overall aesthetic of lsquobeering itrsquo with style
The Sentinel says bring back the serving of high-alco-hol-content drinks in appropriate measures and if pos-sible in the glasses especially designed for the purpose This would be desirable for all manner of reasons not least health and safety Barkeepers can be educators too and it shouldnrsquot be too diffi cult to persuade tourists (usually German British and Irish) who represent the majority of volume drinkers in the cityrsquos more desirable watering holes It is foolish greedy and uncouth to con-sume high-alcohol beverages in such volumes and not expect to end up senselessly drunk and ultimately spoil the whole experience Volume drinkers should simply be directed to the lsquopiss waterrsquo beers of which there are many to satiate their needs and leave the quality beer tours for when they have educated themselves in the culture and manner of consumption that ensures maxi-mum pleasure and above all style
By Denson Pierre
STYLED BEER GLASSES
69amsterdam city life
We find the best most fun most typical exciting or local favourite restaurants etcetera in Amsterdam and bring them to you an easy way to feel like a local
Het Compagnie Theater Amsterdam 12122012
Recommended
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EUROGIFTSXenonweg 9 3812 SZ Amersfoort
Tel 033 - 454 35 75 - Fax 033 - 454 35 79E-mail lmproefeurogiftsnl
Website wwweurogiftsnl
FILMPROEF
ORDERNUMMER 6021022ARTIKELNUMMER 65123
Ware grootte (indien uitgeprint)Kleur opdruk Wit
Mulligans Irish Music BarAmsterdamrsquos best address for live Irish music Five (5) nights a week Check our agenda for upcoming sessions
Cafeacute KostverlorenCafeacute Kostverloren is a contemporary cafe offering the cosiness of a saloon an open kitchen and the intimacy of a living room During summer there is a large sunny terrace and during winter an open fi replace
VibesVibes is a relaxing cafecocktail bar art gallery with a large selection of coffees herbal teas homemade cakes and an amazing card of cocktails made with fresh fruit by a professional cocktail bartenderEnjoy our Italian kitchen in a cosy and friendly atmosphere
IncantoIncanto is a restaurant with a classic Italian kitchen Venetian chef Simone Ambrosin is known for his pure and simple style of cooking with feeling for nuance The wine list contains over 150 Italian wines
Planet RosePlanet Rose is the fi rst Caribbean restaurant in the Netherlands which specializes in Jamaican cuisine The menu features a daily changing selection of JamaicanCaribbean dishes and they ensure that you enjoy the whole expe-rience while dining with them
Cafe TisfrisCafe Tisfris is recognisable for its landmarks funky pillars and terrace Tisfris offers a friendly service and is a great pit stop for ldquoyummyrdquo refreshments
Cafe restaurant EdelCafe restaurant Edel is the perfect place for lunch dinner or to simply enjoy a drink Edel is a unique place in Amsterdam
Cafeacute OportoCafeacute Oporto is a traditional Amsterdam lsquobrown cafersquo Welcoming tourists and regular customers alike they offer televised sports wireless internet connection and a wide range of reasonably priced beers and spirits
Connoisseurs Delight Fun Drinking amp MusicTo Be Seen and Tasted
To Be Seen and Tasted
Fun Drinking amp Music
Connoisseurs Delight
Connoisseurs Delight
To Be Seen and Tasted
Neighbourhood cosy
Opera Prima - Patisserie Bistro TraiteurThe best place in town for lunch exquisite high teas or brunches and all of your luxury catering both private and corporate
Kinkerstraat 228 Amsterdamwwwoperaprimanl
St Antoniebreestraat 142 Amsterdamwwwtisfrisnl
Postjesweg 1 1057 DT Amsterdamwwwedelamsterdamnl
Zoutsteeg 1 1012 LX Amsterdamwwwcafeoportonethome
Amstel 100 1017 AC Amsterdamwwwmulligansnl
2e Kostverlorenkade 70 Amsterdamwwwcafekostverlorennl
Jan Pieter Heijestraat 137 Amsterdamwwwwixcomvibes137vibes
Amstel 2 Amsterdamwwwrestaurant-incantonl
Nicolaas Beetsstraat 47 Amsterdamwwwplanetroseinfo
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Answer to sentinelpostgmailcom
Where is this inAmsterdam
72spotted
Room 2cfilm
This is the one that will make you pause James Stewart one of my top ten actors of all time plays a businessman fighting to keep his life and family together while everything is crashing down around him In steps an lsquoangelrsquo to try and convince him that life is not as bad as it seems and that other people would be a lot worse off without him Probably the highest rated film Irsquove ever reviewed and one of the most Christmas-delicious I know
Could you walk 2400 kilometres while being pursued with little more than a longing to return to your homeland and mother to keep you and your dependant companions going Would you do this twice This utterly moving film highlights the true-life Australian apartheid practices of the twentieth century and the trauma it caused to native Australians The barren landscapes provide the perfect backdrop for compelling cinema-tography and its dryness will be irrigated by your tears
By David King
By dpmotions
Itrsquos a Wonderful Life (1946)
Rabbit-Proof Fence (2002)
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74trends
lsquoFacebook in particular is responsible for exacerbating unspoken competitivenessrsquo
By Dirkje Bakker-Pierre
Trends in the food industry are moving faster than lightning and are harder and harder to keep up with When you are all geared up to create your own artsy cupcakes all of a sudden cupcakes are out and macaroons are the flavour of the day
Sweat dripping and cheeks burning with stress levels going through the roof women all around the country have been toiling night and day to create just the right pimped-up cakes (completely covered in layers of pink and red marzipan tiny silver sugar balls and rose petals made from feather-light sugar) which look like they come from one of the newly popped-up cupcake shops Facebook in particular is responsible for exacerbating unspoken competitiveness due to images being posted of better looking and prettier cakes just after you posted your own in comparison pretty sad creations forcing you back into the kitchen to try again
One day itrsquos cutting out names from layers of chocolate the next itrsquos squirting curls and swirls of rainbow colours or grating organic carrots for the rather awkward lsquohealthyrsquo version the carrot cupcake
Shops have adjusted their aisles to make way for endless shelves of specialised products in all ranges of sweetness and multicoloured cuteness shapes tools mixtures and machines It is a whole world of custom products which just keeps growing and changing and you need to keep up with it all or risk being hopelessly left behind There are pink-coloured cook books workshops websites self-help groups and neglected overweight children crying for something non-sweet for once
But then after all your attempts and when you finally think you have achieved perfection before you know it you make a complete fool of yourself by serving the wrong type of sweet and colourful titbits because a new trend has already arrived That really makes you feel like a macaroon
All Caked Out
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Winter solstice is an exciting time of year when we all start dreaming of more sun more light and more inspiration Continuing the gemstone theme I would like to draw your attention to the very lovely and sparkling sunstone also known as heliolite It is the official gemstone of the US state of Oregon which is a prime source for this beautiful gem The name heliolite is derived from the Greek lsquoheliosrsquo and lsquolithosrsquo which mean lsquosunrsquo and lsquostonersquo It was first discovered in Viking burial mounds but despite its long history is not found in abundance
Sunstone is metallic in appearance and comes in red orange or green colours However cleaner red sunstone is very rare and commands proper gemstone prices The stone is a composite of oligoclase feldspar which also contains hematite or goethite The presence of hematite or goethite gives the stone its ability to reflect light hence the name sunstone Sunstone is said to be an inspiration stone able to bestow freedom independence and happiness It also said to reduce fear alleviate stress and bring good luck in any game of chance This sparkly stone has a further use in healing and is believed to endow its wearers with enhanced self-healing powers Other properties
Shine
By Evelina Kvartunaite
ndash
lsquoDreaming of more sun more light and more inspirationrsquo
ndash
include stimulating the vegetative autonomic nervous system and enhancing the harmonious functioning of all the bodyrsquos organs It is also quite helpful in cases of exhaustion due to lack of sleep
The gemstone is used to treat chronic sore throats and relieves pain caused by stomach ulcers It has proved successful in alleviating Seasonal Affective Disorder (or SAD) and is also known for relieving cartilage problems rheumatism and general aches and pains Sunstone helps in dealing with depression and frees its wearers from feelings of discrimination and failure as well as from perceptions of an lsquoevil worldrsquo Sunstone increases a personrsquos sense of self-esteem and self-worth
Sunstone is particularly beneficial when used in sunshine or sunlight It brings abundance to a personrsquos life and transforms negative energy into positive energy
If you have any other helpful tips you would like to share please let me know at evelinakvartunaiteconsultancymarketmediacom
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lsquoBestow freedom independence and happinessrsquo
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lsquoIt has proved successful in alleviating Seasonal Affective
Disorderrsquo
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world this lsquotrickeryrsquo has moved online With todayrsquos short attention spans the potential to draw users to a website and retain them is a crucial skill which is rewarded by the revenue that can be generated based on how long a user stays on a website Link-baiting should have been foreseen since it is inevitable
Every click on a website is a revenue-generating moment in terms of advertising The amount of adverts to which you can expose an online user as they click to and through your website is the currency used to determine whether an advertising agency spends its budget on one publication over another Real journalism and insightful opinions once drove online traffic for web publications but link-baiting is now seriously derailing this approach
Most of the time the story behind the sensational link does not live up to expectations A typical example of this can be found in the online edition of the Watford Observer on Tuesday 31 July 2012 The link-bait read ldquoCameron Diaz vows to kick drug habit with help of stepdadrdquo However following the link or falling for the bait led to the underwhelming story ldquoDrug user Cameron Diaz of Broomfield Rise Abbots Langley has sworn to clean up his act with the help of his stepfatherrdquo Although the story was factually correct the intention of the publication was to trick the
One of my previous articles described how online technology publications are subverting reality by not correctly echoing the sentiments of the consuming public Part of the cause of this is that usually in a bid to counter the majority of lacklustre stories floating around they subvert reality to make it more interesting How many non-geeks really care about the advantages of modelling parallelism on serial programs with the Intelreg Advisor XE Itrsquos certainly not a typically newsworthy story
As a result an annoying phenomenon has slowly been building momentum This is now quite evident all over the internet and is destroying good journalism The phenomenon is called Link-baiting Our trustworthy source of internet knowledge describes Link-bait(ing) as anything ldquointeresting enough to catch peoplersquos attentionrdquo (httpenwikipediaorgwikiLink_bait)
Link-baiting is synonymous with the sensational cover stories used on the front of magazines to entice people walking past to pick up the magazines and delve into them As with most things from the print
No news is good news
lsquoQuite evident all over the internet and is destroying good
journalismrsquo
By Simon Owusu
technology
TechBit Sio-Bytes
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provider in America to the tune of US$ 400 million The initial story broke on the PRWEB website and the majority of online publications regurgitated the story with no additional insights such as the implications of such a deal which real journalism would call for None of them bothered to check the sources or the credibility of the story Millions of revenue-generating clicks later the more seasoned online publications such as CNN AllThings D and CNET broke the bigger story that the press release was fake and that both Google and ICOA Wireless had denied the story In a rush to break the story the first rule of journalism was contravened lsquoAlways check your sourcesrsquo
Given the transient nature of any false news stories posted on the internet these days the story quickly disappeared from most of the offending publications and today you will be hard pressed to find any mention of this slip-up The Sentinel we like to think always brings you the truth albeit typed on an iPad Mini so donrsquot count on us to follow such faulty phenomena and trends
online user into clicking on it due to the coincidental name-sharing of the Abbots Langley Cameron Diaz with the famous American actress Every link clicked demonstrates the potential for advertisers to reach larger audiences and generate revenue for the online publications
From the same school as link-baiting comes the phenomenon of lsquofirst past the postrsquo journalism within the advertising-driven online publication world In this type of journalism emphasis is placed on being first to publish or break a news story Online publications that are first to break a news story attract a high amount of traffic (which translates into large revenues generated by advertising) since they are the only source of that particular information for a short space of time Online users have no choice but to visit that particular site if they wish to read the scoop The downside of this is that in a bid to be first to reap the advertising revenues frequently news stories are not properly checked for credibility On Monday 26 November 2012 nearly every online technology publication published the story of Google purchasing ICOA Wireless a Wi-Fi hot-spot
lsquoFrequently news stories are not properly checked for credibilityrsquo
lsquolsquoAlways check your sourcesrsquorsquo
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these people in business suits are rushing to check in their business cases Irsquom manoeuvring my 19-metre ski bag between them Strange looks and questions donrsquot surprise me anymore The looks whispers and questions Irsquove had while on trains from one place to the next or on the tram after going to the beach on my way to the indoor slope this summer On the one hand they made me feel like I was some strange creature from another planet but on the other they got me extra stoked up about what Irsquom doing
As I write this itrsquos a week after I checked in my bags and Irsquom sitting in my favourite coffee shop Cuppa Joersquos in Breckenridge Colorado Over the past five days Irsquove been getting up every morning at around 630 am and getting out at around 800am Anyone who knows me will probably raise an eyebrow at this When Irsquom working at home on my photos and stories for the White Freeski Magazine where Irsquom editor-in-chief or on freelance assignments my daily rhythm is completely the opposite But I guess thatrsquos the nice thing about jetlag
Itrsquos hard to describe the feeling of finally getting back
You know that feeling of bubbly excitement you get when you are getting ready to go and do something yoursquove been anticipating for a long long time It might be finally nailing that presentation to finish up university cooking a great dinner for friends or excitement about meeting up with someone
Getting my bags out from the basement after they had been collecting dust for the past eight months prompted those feelings to rush through my veins once again Even though I donrsquot mind being home going to the beach and rehabbing my knee and visiting friends in different countries over the summer all this has taken place in the city and Irsquove been missing the mountains terribly As Irsquom getting my bags out it makes me realise that it really is almost time for me to click into my skis again and breathe in the fresh mountain air
After packing it was finally time to get on my flight to Denver Colorado on Monday morning While all
white outBubbles of Excitement
By Ananda van Welij
Just another girl from a country without mountains addicted to snow
lsquoGo and do something yoursquove been anticipating for a long long timersquo
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have ahead of me this winter Looking forward again instead of being bummed I try to focus on the bright side like I did while I was stuck at home rehabbing and walking on crutches Trying to be inspired by what I see around me and what others do and have instead of being frustrated by it
It makes me wonder about just working and meeting up with friends at home I know I have a privileged life as Irsquom sitting here but isnrsquot this something we all experience in our daily lives It can be hard to sit down let go of the frustration sadness and problems and look forward Itrsquos not always possible to do it overnight but I think that just trying makes you feel better and in the end it allows you to bubble with excitement again no matter if itrsquos for a day of skiing or for finishing that project
My new mission for this season is to stay positive and draw inspiration from the people and things around me Irsquoll let you know how Irsquom doing in three weeksrsquo time
onto my skis after being out for eight months due to a torn MCL Cruising down the hill feeling and hearing the snow crunch under my feet It might sound strange to you but to me itrsquos a special sort of magic I guess it has something to do with the dopamine your body makes while having a great rush of excitement Although Irsquom pretty tired right now and taking a day off from skiing just walking outside and knowing that I can go up the hill any moment I like makes me feel better
Being so excited to be back on the snow after an injury also has a downside It comes in the form of having to hold myself back Since my injury I havenrsquot been jumping or doing any crazy tricks Itrsquos hard seeing all my friends jump and having fun in the park knowing I really shouldnrsquot do any of that stuff yet My mind is screaming ldquoYou can do that toordquo But Irsquom scared of a repeat injury brought on by pushing myself too hard too fast I have to force myself to sit down talk to my friends and listen to their stories of having fun while being genuinely happy for them To enjoy the sun instead of freaking myself out eat some good food have a good laugh and think of all the fun trips I
lsquoExtra stoked up about what Irsquom doingrsquo
lsquoTo me itrsquos a special sort of magicrsquo
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We have reached the point of the season when the outstanding manager of the first half has his team profiled and receives a pat on the back An overall lead at Xmas more often than not means that the team has peaked during the first half of the season before going on to show signs of weakness This season unusually we have a manager who has led strongly from the very early weeks but who still has a full supply of substitutes in reserve This bodes ill for the other managers as even though he has been professionally hunted down to the point that his lead is now meagre (or even gone by the time this is published) Steven Fockema still holds all the aces given that his reserves remain intact while the chasersrsquo have been used up to varying degrees
Daft3Punks
GK Tim Krul (newcastle United) 25m ndash Out injured from the beginning of September until the end of November No proper form assessment possible so far this season and his team are in apparent gradual creep towards the relegation zone Rating 825
deF Jose enrique (Liverpool) 35m ndash At a work-in-progress team Now playing regularly as a midfielder and showing positive form Rating 85
deF daniel Agger (Liverpool) 4m ndash Still more bluster and posing than glory Rating 825
deF Winston Reid (West Ham) 1m ndash Doing New Zealand proud in the Premier League at his price West Ham may not secure a greater number of clean sheets in the second half of the season however Rating 80
deF Jan Vertonghen (Tottenham Hotspur) 45m ndash Handsome driving Belgian vanilla One of the stars of the season thus far Rating 90
mId Gareth Bale (Tottenham Hotspur) 55m ndash The most impressive individual player in the current Premier League Rating 915
mId michu (Swansea city) 2m ndash Incredible value at his price A natural goal-scorer extraordinaire who also gets around and shows versatility Rating 90
mId Yaya Toure (manchester city) 45m ndash Nowhere close to his form of the previous season even if that can change in the second half of this one Rating 850
FWd Fabio Borini (Liverpool) 3m ndash Tipped here to eventually do well but long-term injury befell him just at the time he was settling into his new team and system Rating 80
FWd olivier Giroud (Arsenal) 45m ndash Has been nudging levels above average of late Rating 850
FWd Papiss cisse (newcastle United) 5m ndash Another player showing an astonishing fall from the excellence of the final third of the previous season Newcastle United appear to need re-styling quickly Rating 825
overall rating 9340 (max 100)
The New Year will only bring fireworks given the keen match-up between FFG-CL managers
By Denson Pierre
The Gold Room
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Contributors Maureen Bancroft Tatiana Igumensheva Sam van Dam David King Simon Owusu Dirkje Bakker-Pierre Evelina Kvartunaite and Ananda Welij
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The Sentinel Amsterdam
feature - p04
technology - p 78
city gems - p 38 art - p 51 cafeacutebar review - p 60
star beer guide - p 66 amsterdam city life - p 69
health amp well-being - p 76
spotted - p 72
trends - p 74film review - p 73
India tigers and palaces
No news is good news
Silent nights Iron wolves Batavia 1920
Grimbergen blonde Bring back
Shine
Where is this in Amsterdam
All caked outRoom 2C
lsquoVisits to Delhi Agra and Jaipur as well as Ranthambore National Parkrsquo
lsquoA bid to counter the majority of lacklustre storiesrsquo
lsquoWe usually experience a grey rainy mess around Christmas timersquo
lsquoI departed Moscow for Hong Kongrsquo
lsquoTime for me to click into my skis againrsquo
Wintry wonders
White out
A russian bears a chinese panda
The Gold Room
perspectives - p20
sport - p 82
travel - p 26
sport - p 88
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By Maureen Bancroft
My recent trip to India was both a journey of discovery and renewal to a place that has been in my imagination ever since childhood I was born and grew up on the island of Trinidad West Indies in a place named Delhi Road Fyzabad The name was given to this small town by Indians (Faizabad Uttar Pradesh) who were transported there by the British as indentured slaves They were sent out to work on sugar cane plantations following the abolition of African slavery and mainly settled in central and southern Trinidad My childhood was enriched by Indian culture religions and food Anglo-Indian friends who have since visited Trinidad commented on how Indian traditions and cultures have survived making this small island in the Caribbean a vibrant mix of both India and Africa
India Tigers and
Palaces
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lsquoMy childhood was enriched by Indian culture religions and foodrsquo
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over the streets and alleys would give Health and Safety experts from the West nightmares but this also added to the mix and seemed to be a link between the old and antiquated and the new
On our second day we set off by Indian Railway to the city of Agra Travelling by Indian rail is cheap and reliable but agility and concentration is essential as the drivers will only wait at the platform for about 50 seconds We arrived in Agra also known as Akbarabad the former capital of the Mughal Empire (1526 -1658) and visited the magnificent Agra Fort the Taj Mahal and Fatehpur Sikri These three sites have all been granted UNESCO World Heritage status Unfortunately our visit to the much-anticipated Taj Mahal was a little disappointing due to smog Pollution is a problem and is made worse by the practice of farmers burning fields after the harvest Divali celebrations were also in the air and spent firecrackers added to it all The monument itself was built as a token of undying love by Emperor Shah Jahan for his beloved queen Mumtaz and is considered the jewel of Islamic art as well as one of the Seven Wonders of the World It would have been amazing to see it bathed in sunlight at sunrise and sunset when the marble takes on different hues because of its translucence It is truly a magnificent building Agra fort is very impressive and is sometimes referred to as the lsquowalled cityrsquo due to its size There are a number of impressive buildings to explore
The following day we left Agra to visit the ancient sandstone city of Fatehpur Sikri We travelled there by
India has therefore always been on my list of places to visit so it seemed like a good start to my post-retirement travels An advert in one of the daily British newspapers for a trip to Delhi called Indiarsquos Tigers and Palaces caught my imagination The trip included visits to Delhi Agra and Jaipur as well as Ranthambore National Park to see tigers I was keen to travel with a guided tour company as both my husband and I were first-timers We arrived at Delhi airport and were greeted by our Indian guide at the start of eleven wonderful days
Nothing can prepare the novice visitor for the array of humans (rich poor destitute) animals traffic noise colours and smells Delhi is an international metropolis and one of the oldest existing cities in the world It is said to consist of seven successive cities with the British-built New Delhi making it eight New Delhi was built to be the capital of the British Empirersquos most prized possession India It is an impressive city with tree-lined boulevards along the Rajpath stretching from India Gate a war memorial reminiscent of Parisrsquo Arc de Triomphe to the Presidential Palace The tallest monument Quitb Minar is an architectural marvel of ancient India It is one of the tallest minarets in the world Our visit to old Delhi also included a visit to the Jama Masjid mosque which can accommodate 20000 worshippers at a time The highlight of the day was a ride on a rickshaw through the narrow alleys observing the vendors with their wonderful array of leafy vegetables fresh fruit and colourful spices The bundles of live electric wires that hang precariously
ndash
lsquoNothing can prepare the novice visitor for the array of humans (rich poor destitute) animals
traffic noise colours and smellsrsquo
ndash
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lsquoA link between the old and antiquated and the newrsquo
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by Maharaja Sawai Singh II in 1727 Its buildings are striking and sites include the magnificent Amber Fort the Palace of the Winds and a fascinating observatory consisting of 14 geometric structures designed to record astronomical measurements Our final day was spent in the historic city of Patan Mahal which was founded in the 12th century It occupies a strategic defensive position nestled in a valley surrounded by three hills We stayed at the impressive Patan Mahal Palace which represents traditional Rajasthani architecture The Palace is situated on a hillside with terrific views We were transferred by camels through the village accompanied by a local brass band All the local children were amused at the site of British holiday makers indulging in a bit of nostalgia maybe regretting the days of Empire a little I particularly enjoyed seeing the children playing cricket which also reminded me of the British legacy The villagers are very poor but there is hope that with the growth of the Indian economy the quality of their lives will improve A walk through the village was interesting as we stumbled across small industries such as pottery and jewellery making
We were entertained on our final night with traditional dancing and wonderful food Sadly our tour had come to an end and all that now remain are dreams and the desire to return soon The vibrant colours of the women in their saris delicious food walking through a village tiger spotting and amazing palaces will forever live on in my memory
air-conditioned coach Indian roads and Indian driving is not for the faint hearted Cows bicycles tractors and pedestrians pass on any side they can and the rule of the road seems to be simply get from here to there by the shortest route Each individual driver seems to have their own interpretation of how to negotiate dual carriageways and roundabouts Sacred cows and all other animals have right of way and the loudest horn takes precedence Our next stop was Fatehpur Sikri an ancient sandstone city built by Mogul Emperor Akbar in the 16th century as Indiarsquos political capital It was abandoned only 15 years after construction when the capital was relocated back to Agra leaving Fatehpur Sikri preserved as a medieval fortress of red sandstone The intricate architecture including Islamic Hindu and Christian symbols is breathtaking
Our next rail journey was to Sawai Madhopur lodge This accommodation had the wow factor since it had previously belonged to a Maharaja The lodge was the perfect setting for the most exciting two days of our trip the visit to Ranthambore National Park I didnrsquot believe that I would actually see tigers as animals in the wild can be unpredictable I was humbled and amazed when we first spotted a female tiger with her two cubs This majestic and beautiful beast has starred in television documentaries and it was a privilege to see her in her natural habitat The park covers 159 hectares and is home to more than 300 species of birds as well as monkeys and deer
On the eighth day we travelled to Jaipur or lsquothe pink cityrsquo It is the capital of Rajasthan and was founded
ndash
lsquoThe jewel of Islamic art as well as one of the Seven Wonders of the World lsquo
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lsquoSacred cows and all other animals have right of way and the loudest horn takes
precedencelsquo
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lsquoThere is hope that with the growth of the Indian economy the quality of their lives will
improversquo
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Wintry Wonders
ndashlsquoThe sturdy weather-defying people we arersquo
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Wintry Wonders
By Sam van Dam
In recent years Amsterdam has been blessed or cursed depending on your point of view by regular snowfall in the winter to spring period It still feels like a bit of a novelty given that we usually experience a grey rainy mess around Christmas time instead of a white blanket With snow becoming a regular but still novel visitor to our beloved city and country our reactions to it cover the full range of emotions from childlike joy that makes us look up into the sky with our tongue sticking out to catch some of the little fluffy flakes followed by a frantic run to the attic to find those old ice-skates among all the rubble to angry fist-shaking at the heavens followed by a desperate soul-crushing ldquoNoooooordquo usually from those who own a car and have to start their day with some hand-numbing ice removal from the frozen windows of their vehicles not to mention the inevitable traffic jams
ndashlsquoNegotiate your steel horse through piles of ice and snow covering every surfacersquo
perspectives21
ndashlsquoAn iced-over surface is the natural enemy of anything moving across itrsquo
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clouds Going by the sheer number of mangled locals hauled off to hospital emergency rooms each January it often seems like we forget everything wersquove learned in previous winters or we simply enjoy kissing the cold asphalt while the bike chain wraps itself around our cold stiffened necks No other explanation makes sense The safest advice is to stay inside until the worst is over but since most of us need to go out and make a living or at least visit the shops to stock up on hot chocolate and whipped cream for those long dark evenings by the fireplace hibernation is sadly not an option Luckily the periods of time when we have to deal with ice and snow are usually short lived and there is always the alternative of the public transport system for those who donrsquot dare to confront the frozen world wheel-on And of course there is one thing that unites all of us in a feverish winter dream and makes us forget all the downsides of the cold season the thought that we might be able to ice-skate on the canals rivers and waterways of our lovely little country There is a magic word that we only dare to whisper for fear that once itrsquos spoken out loud the temperature will rise instantly so Irsquom going to write it in tiny letters only Elfstedentocht (Eleven city tour) This ice-skating race of over 200 kilometres through the beautiful frozen Frisian landscape is the pinnacle of winter wonderland fun for the entire family We were last able to enjoy this mysterious and elusive pleasure in 1997 so wish us luck and hopefully this season we can live the dream again May the winter gods be with us
Being the sturdy weather-defying people we are it does not bother us much to hop on our bikes and face the white landscape But there are a few things to consider before throwing yourself into a winter storm trying to negotiate your steel horse through piles of ice and snow covering every surface Make sure to dress properly ndash itrsquos best to wear several layers of clothing which allows the air trapped in between to warm up and keep you comfortable The outer layer should really be waterproof as snow can become rain in an instant here and you donrsquot want to be stuck in a woollen jacket that will freeze solid and cover you with an icy crust when the wind turns in your direction A nice thick hat and gloves are mandatory the head being the area of your body from which most heat exits and you donrsquot want to let that happen Keep it under wraps to ensure proper brain activity and intact ears even if yoursquore caught out in one of those mini-blizzards that can just pop up out of nowhere Once yoursquore all bundled up and ready for the ride there is of course the small issue of the streets being completely covered in icy sludge the kind that has created wrinkles of despair and fear across the foreheads of generations of Dutch men and women An iced-over surface is the natural enemy of anything moving across it and especially those with only two wheels which have a natural tendency to fall over when not held in check by the trained thighs of a road warrior It is highly advisable to ride slowly and carefully keeping an eye on the road ahead of you for frozen patches These can usually be easily identified by the number of falling bodies and crashing bikes of those who seem to think that gravity is suspended once the fluffy stuff starts drifting down from the
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A Russian bears a Chinese panda
Moscow
Once a year I take a foreign holiday and every time I want it to be something special In order to experience the gorgeous Chinese culture and to faint at the sight of enormous skyscrapers in November 2012 I departed Moscow for Hong Kong I wanted my trip to include cultural aspects be affordable and bring something new into my life Looking back I am happy to say that my holiday completely satisfied all these criteria
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By Tatiana Igumensheva
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lsquoA casino which is often the only purpose for visiting Macau especially for people from mainland China and
Hong Kongrsquo
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travel
Macau
Having landed in Honk Kong I took a ferry to Macau which is not as large as its nickname the lsquoAsian Las Vegasrsquo suggests It took me just a day to complete my sightseeing and another to buy souvenirs The only place I omitted from my explorations was a casino which is often the only purpose for visiting Macau especially for people from mainland China and Hong Kong Temples natas (exquisite tarts) Portuguese architecture from the 19th century alongside huge skyscrapers this is the Macau I will remember It is very clean and most museums and temples do not charge for admission I enjoyed the Mandarinrsquos House most of all ndash a great example of home and everyday life habits Jesuit temples are gorgeous as well as the fortress with its lighthouse and of course Macaursquos most famous landmark the ruins of St Paulrsquos cathedral
Macau is a former Portuguese colony and if this one is anything to go by this is something the Portuguese were great at The old city centre has the atmosphere of a small tranquil town ndash very safe and friendly ndash which is exactly what it is both Macau and Hong Kong are probably the two safest places in the world The only thing that was a constant worry was the fact that Macau (and Hong Kong) has no open spaces at all The roads just keep going up and down up and downhellip
Good cardio exercise though I went through it for two days in Macau and then continued my hiking in Hong Kong
Hong Kong
Signs of British colonialism in Hong Kong are noticeable by their absence It was all destroyed in order to make use of every square metre An absence of land has made Hong Kong a temple to skyscrapers and the Chinese appear to have mastered this art perfectly
The first place to see is surely The Peak however Even if you are hysterically afraid of heights you simply must go there This is one view you will never forget Visit it at least twice ndash in the afternoon and in the evening ndash and you will see two different cities below Then take a walk through the central area The way the buildings almost literally scrape the sky excites me every time I look up ndash itlsquos amazing By the way despite being such a technological nation the local Chinese care about the environment in all aspects of their lives They are fond of trees even in a small city-centre park so they can take a little rest on their way to work and they really seem to care about nature There are huge penalties for littering smoking in prohibited areas and great attention to recycling Hong Kong is a city that cares ndash thatrsquos my first impression
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lsquoAn absence of land has made Hong Kong a temple to skyscrapersrsquo
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Another thought I had about all of this progress around me is that being such a progressive society the local Chinese never stopped to become fundamentally religious There are many temples and statues so many religions live together in this peaceful place That was a completely new lifestyle experience for me skyscrapers happily standing alongside all sorts of religious buildings Maybe thatrsquos what freedom of faith is all about
If you manage to get there try to visit all the places described in the tourist guidebooks They are really worth seeing Hong Kong residents spend their weekends visiting these places themselves Ocean Park Big Buddha Mid-levels the Avenue of Stars Hong Kong Park the Botanical and Zoological Gardenshellip I enjoyed all of them greatly
However what struck me the most was the people Forever smiling kind and always helpful Talking to them was a pleasure And some of them cook such delicious dishes that I was ready to eat the plate By the way do not forget that Hong Kong is the capital of international cuisine ndash so try everything Except for Borsch (some restaurants offer it) with which I still believe it is better to get acquainted in Russia or Ukraine All sorts of noodles rice and dumplings are
available here I tried Vietnamese Indian and Hong Kong cuisine and I cannot say which I like morehellip So Hong Kong is a wonderful opportunity to try everything
One last bit of advice if you can afford it take a hotel room with harbour view which will pay you back with interest My harbour-view hotel room suited me perfectly When I was tired of walking I went to my room had a glass of wine watched the lights shimmering on the other side of harbour and was completely happy
I am just reaching the end of my holiday taking a rest in my room and feeling really jealous of anyone about to visit Hong Kong for the first time You are going to enjoy so many exciting emotionshellip
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lsquoHong Kong is the capital of international cuisine ndash so try everythingrsquo
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Silent nights
Winter nights are well suited to staying indoors in the warmth especially after dark Not everyone is a lowland bear however and most of us need thoughtful stimulation to keep smiling through cold nights spent away from living quarters Luckily for Amsterdammers who pay attention from time to time extremely interesting and creative happenings are staged at a price anyone can afford The idea is simple tour the lights of lsquoNew Cityrsquo Amsterdam at night spending a couple of hours on a sturdy comfortable and warm (enclosed) historical craft The city falls silent as soon as you leave the pier and the transformation is complete when the city becomes simply unrecognisable with its flat lines interrupted by a few high-rising buildings shimmering back at you Some things in Amsterdam remain refreshingly surprising even to its well-cured darlings Not much beats having couple glasses of wine while splashing across the IJsselmeer and struggling to figure out which section of the city you are gazing upon through the silence of an icy night
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The Sentinel took up the enthusiastic invitation from the people of the annually occurring Dutch-Lithuanian art event on December 1 The Dutch aspect of the event day and night together with the displayed art was not particularly significant in this case however given that it was one of the more complete cultural cuisine musical and heartily drinking events that the recent European Union arrivalrsquos creative set could conjure with the help of their foreign desk and local culture funds A well produced and expansive programme could be sampled and lightning insight garnered into the culture and artistic impressions of a pearl of Baltic civilisation Vilnius met Amsterdam It just may be time for this e-zine to delve even deeper into Lithuania
See wwwltartnl
Iron Wolves
By Denson Pierre
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MechelenAuthentic and full of surprises Thatrsquos Mechelen Hospitable and honourable Thatrsquos the people of Mechelen Come and experience the cityrsquos urban charms for yourself Mechelen
Authentic and full of surprises Thatrsquos Mechelen Hospitable and honourable Thatrsquos the people of Mechelen Come and experience the cityrsquos urban charms for yourself
photography copy Layla Aerts
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CafeacuteBar Review Batavia 1920
lsquoClassic bar art embraces you as you enterrsquo
cafebar review60
Batavia 1920Prins Hendrikkade 85 1012 AE Amsterdam
It is always handy to know of a wholesome cafeacutebar that ticks all the boxes even if it happens to be located at the busiest point of the old city (obliquely opposite Central Station) Over the course of the different seasons I managed to assess this fine establishment which serves as another reminder of what good honest bars are all about There is still quality available in Amsterdam
AmbianceThoughtful solid furniture easy lighting and classic bar art embraces you as you enter With a chess club professional dart board regular parties and borrels the vibe ranges daily from mellow to vibrant Rating 5
StaffregularsOn my most recent visit I had the pleasure of Elizabeth and Jamie leading the service but staff members are always experienced service is quick and drinks are de-livered with fresh smiles whoever happens to be work-ing The regulars are plentiful and the bar emanates the energy of a good professional lsquoIrishrsquo bar attracting an eclectic international mix to this super-central location It is a perfect meeting point for friends from any cardi-nal direction with the national transportation hub being literally just across the road Rating 5
Televised sportAmple flat screens and channels Rating 4
PricesIn general the prices are standard Central Amsterdam levels which is sadly typical of grand cafeacutes in this post-code area What works in Bataviarsquos favour is that it has an above-average selection of lsquoBelgian beautiesrsquo (beer) on offer Given the advised dosage having two or three should not leave you broke or broken The kitchen also has quite a strong reputation for above-average pub fare The Sunday roast dinner is especially popular and keeps folk who like that sort of thing coming back as often as they can afford it Rating 3
MusicGenuinely diverse popular and world music from a crisp-sounding digital sound system and staff members seem to have cool taste in music Rating 5
Smoking area provisionThere is a large smoking room on the lower level Sim-ple and ingenious air-conditioning allows you to spend your full upstairs session there without the sense of be-ing fumigated If you were not told about the smoking area below you would not know there was one Rating 5
Total rating 2730(Ratings from 1-5 where 1 = Very poor and 5 = Excel-lent)
By Denson Pierre
lsquoA perfect meeting point for friends from any cardinal directionrsquo
cafebar review6
1
lsquoIt has an above-average selection of lsquoBelgian beautiesrsquorsquo
cafebar review62
lsquoStaff members seem to have cool taste in musicrsquo
cafebar review63
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star beer guide
The SentinelStar beer guide
lsquoFind the better bars serving it at the right price in the New Yearrsquo
Clever marketing and an effective pricing campaign has led to this A-class standard-bearing blonde becoming one of the most easily found lsquorealrsquo beers in Amsterdam cafeacutes and bars With its distinctive charisma and fresh fruity taste it sits just on the edge in terms of strength and only the brave and seasoned can be found using it as a session beer Prices across Amsterdam for the same Trappist-glass measure can range dramatically from euro 250 to euro 425 per glass so there is fun to be had trying to find the better bars serving it at the right price in the New Year Your search will be rewarded by this cool classic
Grimbergen Blonde is brewed by Alken-Maes Alken Belgium
By Denson Pierre
GRIMBERGEN BLONDE (67 ABV)
67star beer guide
68
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BRING BACK
A substantial amount of the culture on mainland Europe revolves around platinum-standard beer of various descriptions and fl avours being easily available Amsterdam is not lacking in cafeacutes bars off licences supermarkets and online outlets stocking truly great beers available either immediately or within 24 hours With the growing popularity of high-yeast and high alcohol by volume brands how these drinks are served is a cause for concern however
Led by the Belgians and French the art of designing a glass that refl ects the individual quality of the liquid experience within is among these productsrsquo most out-standing features after their fl avour and power to in-toxicate Any beer of decent repute has its own glass in which it is intended to be served This always takes the form and size of a sensible measure to ensure a taste experience at the correct temperature and allow people to enjoy the evoked sensations before fi nding them-selves suddenly and blindingly drunk What we now often fi nd in tourist-pressed Amsterdam are these lsquoreal beersrsquo being off ered and served to ignorant punters in pint (or half-litre) measures leading to people becom-ing drunk at speed and destroying the overall aesthetic of lsquobeering itrsquo with style
The Sentinel says bring back the serving of high-alco-hol-content drinks in appropriate measures and if pos-sible in the glasses especially designed for the purpose This would be desirable for all manner of reasons not least health and safety Barkeepers can be educators too and it shouldnrsquot be too diffi cult to persuade tourists (usually German British and Irish) who represent the majority of volume drinkers in the cityrsquos more desirable watering holes It is foolish greedy and uncouth to con-sume high-alcohol beverages in such volumes and not expect to end up senselessly drunk and ultimately spoil the whole experience Volume drinkers should simply be directed to the lsquopiss waterrsquo beers of which there are many to satiate their needs and leave the quality beer tours for when they have educated themselves in the culture and manner of consumption that ensures maxi-mum pleasure and above all style
By Denson Pierre
STYLED BEER GLASSES
69amsterdam city life
We find the best most fun most typical exciting or local favourite restaurants etcetera in Amsterdam and bring them to you an easy way to feel like a local
Het Compagnie Theater Amsterdam 12122012
Recommended
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EUROGIFTSXenonweg 9 3812 SZ Amersfoort
Tel 033 - 454 35 75 - Fax 033 - 454 35 79E-mail lmproefeurogiftsnl
Website wwweurogiftsnl
FILMPROEF
ORDERNUMMER 6021022ARTIKELNUMMER 65123
Ware grootte (indien uitgeprint)Kleur opdruk Wit
Mulligans Irish Music BarAmsterdamrsquos best address for live Irish music Five (5) nights a week Check our agenda for upcoming sessions
Cafeacute KostverlorenCafeacute Kostverloren is a contemporary cafe offering the cosiness of a saloon an open kitchen and the intimacy of a living room During summer there is a large sunny terrace and during winter an open fi replace
VibesVibes is a relaxing cafecocktail bar art gallery with a large selection of coffees herbal teas homemade cakes and an amazing card of cocktails made with fresh fruit by a professional cocktail bartenderEnjoy our Italian kitchen in a cosy and friendly atmosphere
IncantoIncanto is a restaurant with a classic Italian kitchen Venetian chef Simone Ambrosin is known for his pure and simple style of cooking with feeling for nuance The wine list contains over 150 Italian wines
Planet RosePlanet Rose is the fi rst Caribbean restaurant in the Netherlands which specializes in Jamaican cuisine The menu features a daily changing selection of JamaicanCaribbean dishes and they ensure that you enjoy the whole expe-rience while dining with them
Cafe TisfrisCafe Tisfris is recognisable for its landmarks funky pillars and terrace Tisfris offers a friendly service and is a great pit stop for ldquoyummyrdquo refreshments
Cafe restaurant EdelCafe restaurant Edel is the perfect place for lunch dinner or to simply enjoy a drink Edel is a unique place in Amsterdam
Cafeacute OportoCafeacute Oporto is a traditional Amsterdam lsquobrown cafersquo Welcoming tourists and regular customers alike they offer televised sports wireless internet connection and a wide range of reasonably priced beers and spirits
Connoisseurs Delight Fun Drinking amp MusicTo Be Seen and Tasted
To Be Seen and Tasted
Fun Drinking amp Music
Connoisseurs Delight
Connoisseurs Delight
To Be Seen and Tasted
Neighbourhood cosy
Opera Prima - Patisserie Bistro TraiteurThe best place in town for lunch exquisite high teas or brunches and all of your luxury catering both private and corporate
Kinkerstraat 228 Amsterdamwwwoperaprimanl
St Antoniebreestraat 142 Amsterdamwwwtisfrisnl
Postjesweg 1 1057 DT Amsterdamwwwedelamsterdamnl
Zoutsteeg 1 1012 LX Amsterdamwwwcafeoportonethome
Amstel 100 1017 AC Amsterdamwwwmulligansnl
2e Kostverlorenkade 70 Amsterdamwwwcafekostverlorennl
Jan Pieter Heijestraat 137 Amsterdamwwwwixcomvibes137vibes
Amstel 2 Amsterdamwwwrestaurant-incantonl
Nicolaas Beetsstraat 47 Amsterdamwwwplanetroseinfo
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Where is this inAmsterdam
72spotted
Room 2cfilm
This is the one that will make you pause James Stewart one of my top ten actors of all time plays a businessman fighting to keep his life and family together while everything is crashing down around him In steps an lsquoangelrsquo to try and convince him that life is not as bad as it seems and that other people would be a lot worse off without him Probably the highest rated film Irsquove ever reviewed and one of the most Christmas-delicious I know
Could you walk 2400 kilometres while being pursued with little more than a longing to return to your homeland and mother to keep you and your dependant companions going Would you do this twice This utterly moving film highlights the true-life Australian apartheid practices of the twentieth century and the trauma it caused to native Australians The barren landscapes provide the perfect backdrop for compelling cinema-tography and its dryness will be irrigated by your tears
By David King
By dpmotions
Itrsquos a Wonderful Life (1946)
Rabbit-Proof Fence (2002)
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74trends
lsquoFacebook in particular is responsible for exacerbating unspoken competitivenessrsquo
By Dirkje Bakker-Pierre
Trends in the food industry are moving faster than lightning and are harder and harder to keep up with When you are all geared up to create your own artsy cupcakes all of a sudden cupcakes are out and macaroons are the flavour of the day
Sweat dripping and cheeks burning with stress levels going through the roof women all around the country have been toiling night and day to create just the right pimped-up cakes (completely covered in layers of pink and red marzipan tiny silver sugar balls and rose petals made from feather-light sugar) which look like they come from one of the newly popped-up cupcake shops Facebook in particular is responsible for exacerbating unspoken competitiveness due to images being posted of better looking and prettier cakes just after you posted your own in comparison pretty sad creations forcing you back into the kitchen to try again
One day itrsquos cutting out names from layers of chocolate the next itrsquos squirting curls and swirls of rainbow colours or grating organic carrots for the rather awkward lsquohealthyrsquo version the carrot cupcake
Shops have adjusted their aisles to make way for endless shelves of specialised products in all ranges of sweetness and multicoloured cuteness shapes tools mixtures and machines It is a whole world of custom products which just keeps growing and changing and you need to keep up with it all or risk being hopelessly left behind There are pink-coloured cook books workshops websites self-help groups and neglected overweight children crying for something non-sweet for once
But then after all your attempts and when you finally think you have achieved perfection before you know it you make a complete fool of yourself by serving the wrong type of sweet and colourful titbits because a new trend has already arrived That really makes you feel like a macaroon
All Caked Out
75trends
Winter solstice is an exciting time of year when we all start dreaming of more sun more light and more inspiration Continuing the gemstone theme I would like to draw your attention to the very lovely and sparkling sunstone also known as heliolite It is the official gemstone of the US state of Oregon which is a prime source for this beautiful gem The name heliolite is derived from the Greek lsquoheliosrsquo and lsquolithosrsquo which mean lsquosunrsquo and lsquostonersquo It was first discovered in Viking burial mounds but despite its long history is not found in abundance
Sunstone is metallic in appearance and comes in red orange or green colours However cleaner red sunstone is very rare and commands proper gemstone prices The stone is a composite of oligoclase feldspar which also contains hematite or goethite The presence of hematite or goethite gives the stone its ability to reflect light hence the name sunstone Sunstone is said to be an inspiration stone able to bestow freedom independence and happiness It also said to reduce fear alleviate stress and bring good luck in any game of chance This sparkly stone has a further use in healing and is believed to endow its wearers with enhanced self-healing powers Other properties
Shine
By Evelina Kvartunaite
ndash
lsquoDreaming of more sun more light and more inspirationrsquo
ndash
include stimulating the vegetative autonomic nervous system and enhancing the harmonious functioning of all the bodyrsquos organs It is also quite helpful in cases of exhaustion due to lack of sleep
The gemstone is used to treat chronic sore throats and relieves pain caused by stomach ulcers It has proved successful in alleviating Seasonal Affective Disorder (or SAD) and is also known for relieving cartilage problems rheumatism and general aches and pains Sunstone helps in dealing with depression and frees its wearers from feelings of discrimination and failure as well as from perceptions of an lsquoevil worldrsquo Sunstone increases a personrsquos sense of self-esteem and self-worth
Sunstone is particularly beneficial when used in sunshine or sunlight It brings abundance to a personrsquos life and transforms negative energy into positive energy
If you have any other helpful tips you would like to share please let me know at evelinakvartunaiteconsultancymarketmediacom
76health amp well-being
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lsquoBestow freedom independence and happinessrsquo
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lsquoIt has proved successful in alleviating Seasonal Affective
Disorderrsquo
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77health amp well-being
world this lsquotrickeryrsquo has moved online With todayrsquos short attention spans the potential to draw users to a website and retain them is a crucial skill which is rewarded by the revenue that can be generated based on how long a user stays on a website Link-baiting should have been foreseen since it is inevitable
Every click on a website is a revenue-generating moment in terms of advertising The amount of adverts to which you can expose an online user as they click to and through your website is the currency used to determine whether an advertising agency spends its budget on one publication over another Real journalism and insightful opinions once drove online traffic for web publications but link-baiting is now seriously derailing this approach
Most of the time the story behind the sensational link does not live up to expectations A typical example of this can be found in the online edition of the Watford Observer on Tuesday 31 July 2012 The link-bait read ldquoCameron Diaz vows to kick drug habit with help of stepdadrdquo However following the link or falling for the bait led to the underwhelming story ldquoDrug user Cameron Diaz of Broomfield Rise Abbots Langley has sworn to clean up his act with the help of his stepfatherrdquo Although the story was factually correct the intention of the publication was to trick the
One of my previous articles described how online technology publications are subverting reality by not correctly echoing the sentiments of the consuming public Part of the cause of this is that usually in a bid to counter the majority of lacklustre stories floating around they subvert reality to make it more interesting How many non-geeks really care about the advantages of modelling parallelism on serial programs with the Intelreg Advisor XE Itrsquos certainly not a typically newsworthy story
As a result an annoying phenomenon has slowly been building momentum This is now quite evident all over the internet and is destroying good journalism The phenomenon is called Link-baiting Our trustworthy source of internet knowledge describes Link-bait(ing) as anything ldquointeresting enough to catch peoplersquos attentionrdquo (httpenwikipediaorgwikiLink_bait)
Link-baiting is synonymous with the sensational cover stories used on the front of magazines to entice people walking past to pick up the magazines and delve into them As with most things from the print
No news is good news
lsquoQuite evident all over the internet and is destroying good
journalismrsquo
By Simon Owusu
technology
TechBit Sio-Bytes
78
provider in America to the tune of US$ 400 million The initial story broke on the PRWEB website and the majority of online publications regurgitated the story with no additional insights such as the implications of such a deal which real journalism would call for None of them bothered to check the sources or the credibility of the story Millions of revenue-generating clicks later the more seasoned online publications such as CNN AllThings D and CNET broke the bigger story that the press release was fake and that both Google and ICOA Wireless had denied the story In a rush to break the story the first rule of journalism was contravened lsquoAlways check your sourcesrsquo
Given the transient nature of any false news stories posted on the internet these days the story quickly disappeared from most of the offending publications and today you will be hard pressed to find any mention of this slip-up The Sentinel we like to think always brings you the truth albeit typed on an iPad Mini so donrsquot count on us to follow such faulty phenomena and trends
online user into clicking on it due to the coincidental name-sharing of the Abbots Langley Cameron Diaz with the famous American actress Every link clicked demonstrates the potential for advertisers to reach larger audiences and generate revenue for the online publications
From the same school as link-baiting comes the phenomenon of lsquofirst past the postrsquo journalism within the advertising-driven online publication world In this type of journalism emphasis is placed on being first to publish or break a news story Online publications that are first to break a news story attract a high amount of traffic (which translates into large revenues generated by advertising) since they are the only source of that particular information for a short space of time Online users have no choice but to visit that particular site if they wish to read the scoop The downside of this is that in a bid to be first to reap the advertising revenues frequently news stories are not properly checked for credibility On Monday 26 November 2012 nearly every online technology publication published the story of Google purchasing ICOA Wireless a Wi-Fi hot-spot
lsquoFrequently news stories are not properly checked for credibilityrsquo
lsquolsquoAlways check your sourcesrsquorsquo
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these people in business suits are rushing to check in their business cases Irsquom manoeuvring my 19-metre ski bag between them Strange looks and questions donrsquot surprise me anymore The looks whispers and questions Irsquove had while on trains from one place to the next or on the tram after going to the beach on my way to the indoor slope this summer On the one hand they made me feel like I was some strange creature from another planet but on the other they got me extra stoked up about what Irsquom doing
As I write this itrsquos a week after I checked in my bags and Irsquom sitting in my favourite coffee shop Cuppa Joersquos in Breckenridge Colorado Over the past five days Irsquove been getting up every morning at around 630 am and getting out at around 800am Anyone who knows me will probably raise an eyebrow at this When Irsquom working at home on my photos and stories for the White Freeski Magazine where Irsquom editor-in-chief or on freelance assignments my daily rhythm is completely the opposite But I guess thatrsquos the nice thing about jetlag
Itrsquos hard to describe the feeling of finally getting back
You know that feeling of bubbly excitement you get when you are getting ready to go and do something yoursquove been anticipating for a long long time It might be finally nailing that presentation to finish up university cooking a great dinner for friends or excitement about meeting up with someone
Getting my bags out from the basement after they had been collecting dust for the past eight months prompted those feelings to rush through my veins once again Even though I donrsquot mind being home going to the beach and rehabbing my knee and visiting friends in different countries over the summer all this has taken place in the city and Irsquove been missing the mountains terribly As Irsquom getting my bags out it makes me realise that it really is almost time for me to click into my skis again and breathe in the fresh mountain air
After packing it was finally time to get on my flight to Denver Colorado on Monday morning While all
white outBubbles of Excitement
By Ananda van Welij
Just another girl from a country without mountains addicted to snow
lsquoGo and do something yoursquove been anticipating for a long long timersquo
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have ahead of me this winter Looking forward again instead of being bummed I try to focus on the bright side like I did while I was stuck at home rehabbing and walking on crutches Trying to be inspired by what I see around me and what others do and have instead of being frustrated by it
It makes me wonder about just working and meeting up with friends at home I know I have a privileged life as Irsquom sitting here but isnrsquot this something we all experience in our daily lives It can be hard to sit down let go of the frustration sadness and problems and look forward Itrsquos not always possible to do it overnight but I think that just trying makes you feel better and in the end it allows you to bubble with excitement again no matter if itrsquos for a day of skiing or for finishing that project
My new mission for this season is to stay positive and draw inspiration from the people and things around me Irsquoll let you know how Irsquom doing in three weeksrsquo time
onto my skis after being out for eight months due to a torn MCL Cruising down the hill feeling and hearing the snow crunch under my feet It might sound strange to you but to me itrsquos a special sort of magic I guess it has something to do with the dopamine your body makes while having a great rush of excitement Although Irsquom pretty tired right now and taking a day off from skiing just walking outside and knowing that I can go up the hill any moment I like makes me feel better
Being so excited to be back on the snow after an injury also has a downside It comes in the form of having to hold myself back Since my injury I havenrsquot been jumping or doing any crazy tricks Itrsquos hard seeing all my friends jump and having fun in the park knowing I really shouldnrsquot do any of that stuff yet My mind is screaming ldquoYou can do that toordquo But Irsquom scared of a repeat injury brought on by pushing myself too hard too fast I have to force myself to sit down talk to my friends and listen to their stories of having fun while being genuinely happy for them To enjoy the sun instead of freaking myself out eat some good food have a good laugh and think of all the fun trips I
lsquoExtra stoked up about what Irsquom doingrsquo
lsquoTo me itrsquos a special sort of magicrsquo
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We have reached the point of the season when the outstanding manager of the first half has his team profiled and receives a pat on the back An overall lead at Xmas more often than not means that the team has peaked during the first half of the season before going on to show signs of weakness This season unusually we have a manager who has led strongly from the very early weeks but who still has a full supply of substitutes in reserve This bodes ill for the other managers as even though he has been professionally hunted down to the point that his lead is now meagre (or even gone by the time this is published) Steven Fockema still holds all the aces given that his reserves remain intact while the chasersrsquo have been used up to varying degrees
Daft3Punks
GK Tim Krul (newcastle United) 25m ndash Out injured from the beginning of September until the end of November No proper form assessment possible so far this season and his team are in apparent gradual creep towards the relegation zone Rating 825
deF Jose enrique (Liverpool) 35m ndash At a work-in-progress team Now playing regularly as a midfielder and showing positive form Rating 85
deF daniel Agger (Liverpool) 4m ndash Still more bluster and posing than glory Rating 825
deF Winston Reid (West Ham) 1m ndash Doing New Zealand proud in the Premier League at his price West Ham may not secure a greater number of clean sheets in the second half of the season however Rating 80
deF Jan Vertonghen (Tottenham Hotspur) 45m ndash Handsome driving Belgian vanilla One of the stars of the season thus far Rating 90
mId Gareth Bale (Tottenham Hotspur) 55m ndash The most impressive individual player in the current Premier League Rating 915
mId michu (Swansea city) 2m ndash Incredible value at his price A natural goal-scorer extraordinaire who also gets around and shows versatility Rating 90
mId Yaya Toure (manchester city) 45m ndash Nowhere close to his form of the previous season even if that can change in the second half of this one Rating 850
FWd Fabio Borini (Liverpool) 3m ndash Tipped here to eventually do well but long-term injury befell him just at the time he was settling into his new team and system Rating 80
FWd olivier Giroud (Arsenal) 45m ndash Has been nudging levels above average of late Rating 850
FWd Papiss cisse (newcastle United) 5m ndash Another player showing an astonishing fall from the excellence of the final third of the previous season Newcastle United appear to need re-styling quickly Rating 825
overall rating 9340 (max 100)
The New Year will only bring fireworks given the keen match-up between FFG-CL managers
By Denson Pierre
The Gold Room
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CZECH REPUBLIC - STUNNINGLY DIFFERENT
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E-mail sentinelpostgmailcomWebsite wwwthesentineleu
Contributors Maureen Bancroft Tatiana Igumensheva Sam van Dam David King Simon Owusu Dirkje Bakker-Pierre Evelina Kvartunaite and Ananda Welij
EditorsGary Rudland amp Denson PierreDesign realisation and form Andrei Barburas amp No-OfficenlWebmasterwwwsio-bytestumblrcomWebhost Amsterjammincom
The Sentinel Amsterdam does not intentionally include unaccredited photosillustrations that are subject to copyright If you consider your copyright to have been infringed please contact us at sentinelpostgmailcom
3in this issue
The Sentinel Amsterdam
feature - p04
technology - p 78
city gems - p 38 art - p 51 cafeacutebar review - p 60
star beer guide - p 66 amsterdam city life - p 69
health amp well-being - p 76
spotted - p 72
trends - p 74film review - p 73
India tigers and palaces
No news is good news
Silent nights Iron wolves Batavia 1920
Grimbergen blonde Bring back
Shine
Where is this in Amsterdam
All caked outRoom 2C
lsquoVisits to Delhi Agra and Jaipur as well as Ranthambore National Parkrsquo
lsquoA bid to counter the majority of lacklustre storiesrsquo
lsquoWe usually experience a grey rainy mess around Christmas timersquo
lsquoI departed Moscow for Hong Kongrsquo
lsquoTime for me to click into my skis againrsquo
Wintry wonders
White out
A russian bears a chinese panda
The Gold Room
perspectives - p20
sport - p 82
travel - p 26
sport - p 88
more
4feature
By Maureen Bancroft
My recent trip to India was both a journey of discovery and renewal to a place that has been in my imagination ever since childhood I was born and grew up on the island of Trinidad West Indies in a place named Delhi Road Fyzabad The name was given to this small town by Indians (Faizabad Uttar Pradesh) who were transported there by the British as indentured slaves They were sent out to work on sugar cane plantations following the abolition of African slavery and mainly settled in central and southern Trinidad My childhood was enriched by Indian culture religions and food Anglo-Indian friends who have since visited Trinidad commented on how Indian traditions and cultures have survived making this small island in the Caribbean a vibrant mix of both India and Africa
India Tigers and
Palaces
ndash
lsquoMy childhood was enriched by Indian culture religions and foodrsquo
ndash
feature5
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over the streets and alleys would give Health and Safety experts from the West nightmares but this also added to the mix and seemed to be a link between the old and antiquated and the new
On our second day we set off by Indian Railway to the city of Agra Travelling by Indian rail is cheap and reliable but agility and concentration is essential as the drivers will only wait at the platform for about 50 seconds We arrived in Agra also known as Akbarabad the former capital of the Mughal Empire (1526 -1658) and visited the magnificent Agra Fort the Taj Mahal and Fatehpur Sikri These three sites have all been granted UNESCO World Heritage status Unfortunately our visit to the much-anticipated Taj Mahal was a little disappointing due to smog Pollution is a problem and is made worse by the practice of farmers burning fields after the harvest Divali celebrations were also in the air and spent firecrackers added to it all The monument itself was built as a token of undying love by Emperor Shah Jahan for his beloved queen Mumtaz and is considered the jewel of Islamic art as well as one of the Seven Wonders of the World It would have been amazing to see it bathed in sunlight at sunrise and sunset when the marble takes on different hues because of its translucence It is truly a magnificent building Agra fort is very impressive and is sometimes referred to as the lsquowalled cityrsquo due to its size There are a number of impressive buildings to explore
The following day we left Agra to visit the ancient sandstone city of Fatehpur Sikri We travelled there by
India has therefore always been on my list of places to visit so it seemed like a good start to my post-retirement travels An advert in one of the daily British newspapers for a trip to Delhi called Indiarsquos Tigers and Palaces caught my imagination The trip included visits to Delhi Agra and Jaipur as well as Ranthambore National Park to see tigers I was keen to travel with a guided tour company as both my husband and I were first-timers We arrived at Delhi airport and were greeted by our Indian guide at the start of eleven wonderful days
Nothing can prepare the novice visitor for the array of humans (rich poor destitute) animals traffic noise colours and smells Delhi is an international metropolis and one of the oldest existing cities in the world It is said to consist of seven successive cities with the British-built New Delhi making it eight New Delhi was built to be the capital of the British Empirersquos most prized possession India It is an impressive city with tree-lined boulevards along the Rajpath stretching from India Gate a war memorial reminiscent of Parisrsquo Arc de Triomphe to the Presidential Palace The tallest monument Quitb Minar is an architectural marvel of ancient India It is one of the tallest minarets in the world Our visit to old Delhi also included a visit to the Jama Masjid mosque which can accommodate 20000 worshippers at a time The highlight of the day was a ride on a rickshaw through the narrow alleys observing the vendors with their wonderful array of leafy vegetables fresh fruit and colourful spices The bundles of live electric wires that hang precariously
ndash
lsquoNothing can prepare the novice visitor for the array of humans (rich poor destitute) animals
traffic noise colours and smellsrsquo
ndash
ndash
lsquoA link between the old and antiquated and the newrsquo
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by Maharaja Sawai Singh II in 1727 Its buildings are striking and sites include the magnificent Amber Fort the Palace of the Winds and a fascinating observatory consisting of 14 geometric structures designed to record astronomical measurements Our final day was spent in the historic city of Patan Mahal which was founded in the 12th century It occupies a strategic defensive position nestled in a valley surrounded by three hills We stayed at the impressive Patan Mahal Palace which represents traditional Rajasthani architecture The Palace is situated on a hillside with terrific views We were transferred by camels through the village accompanied by a local brass band All the local children were amused at the site of British holiday makers indulging in a bit of nostalgia maybe regretting the days of Empire a little I particularly enjoyed seeing the children playing cricket which also reminded me of the British legacy The villagers are very poor but there is hope that with the growth of the Indian economy the quality of their lives will improve A walk through the village was interesting as we stumbled across small industries such as pottery and jewellery making
We were entertained on our final night with traditional dancing and wonderful food Sadly our tour had come to an end and all that now remain are dreams and the desire to return soon The vibrant colours of the women in their saris delicious food walking through a village tiger spotting and amazing palaces will forever live on in my memory
air-conditioned coach Indian roads and Indian driving is not for the faint hearted Cows bicycles tractors and pedestrians pass on any side they can and the rule of the road seems to be simply get from here to there by the shortest route Each individual driver seems to have their own interpretation of how to negotiate dual carriageways and roundabouts Sacred cows and all other animals have right of way and the loudest horn takes precedence Our next stop was Fatehpur Sikri an ancient sandstone city built by Mogul Emperor Akbar in the 16th century as Indiarsquos political capital It was abandoned only 15 years after construction when the capital was relocated back to Agra leaving Fatehpur Sikri preserved as a medieval fortress of red sandstone The intricate architecture including Islamic Hindu and Christian symbols is breathtaking
Our next rail journey was to Sawai Madhopur lodge This accommodation had the wow factor since it had previously belonged to a Maharaja The lodge was the perfect setting for the most exciting two days of our trip the visit to Ranthambore National Park I didnrsquot believe that I would actually see tigers as animals in the wild can be unpredictable I was humbled and amazed when we first spotted a female tiger with her two cubs This majestic and beautiful beast has starred in television documentaries and it was a privilege to see her in her natural habitat The park covers 159 hectares and is home to more than 300 species of birds as well as monkeys and deer
On the eighth day we travelled to Jaipur or lsquothe pink cityrsquo It is the capital of Rajasthan and was founded
ndash
lsquoThe jewel of Islamic art as well as one of the Seven Wonders of the World lsquo
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Wintry Wonders
ndashlsquoThe sturdy weather-defying people we arersquo
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Wintry Wonders
By Sam van Dam
In recent years Amsterdam has been blessed or cursed depending on your point of view by regular snowfall in the winter to spring period It still feels like a bit of a novelty given that we usually experience a grey rainy mess around Christmas time instead of a white blanket With snow becoming a regular but still novel visitor to our beloved city and country our reactions to it cover the full range of emotions from childlike joy that makes us look up into the sky with our tongue sticking out to catch some of the little fluffy flakes followed by a frantic run to the attic to find those old ice-skates among all the rubble to angry fist-shaking at the heavens followed by a desperate soul-crushing ldquoNoooooordquo usually from those who own a car and have to start their day with some hand-numbing ice removal from the frozen windows of their vehicles not to mention the inevitable traffic jams
ndashlsquoNegotiate your steel horse through piles of ice and snow covering every surfacersquo
perspectives21
ndashlsquoAn iced-over surface is the natural enemy of anything moving across itrsquo
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clouds Going by the sheer number of mangled locals hauled off to hospital emergency rooms each January it often seems like we forget everything wersquove learned in previous winters or we simply enjoy kissing the cold asphalt while the bike chain wraps itself around our cold stiffened necks No other explanation makes sense The safest advice is to stay inside until the worst is over but since most of us need to go out and make a living or at least visit the shops to stock up on hot chocolate and whipped cream for those long dark evenings by the fireplace hibernation is sadly not an option Luckily the periods of time when we have to deal with ice and snow are usually short lived and there is always the alternative of the public transport system for those who donrsquot dare to confront the frozen world wheel-on And of course there is one thing that unites all of us in a feverish winter dream and makes us forget all the downsides of the cold season the thought that we might be able to ice-skate on the canals rivers and waterways of our lovely little country There is a magic word that we only dare to whisper for fear that once itrsquos spoken out loud the temperature will rise instantly so Irsquom going to write it in tiny letters only Elfstedentocht (Eleven city tour) This ice-skating race of over 200 kilometres through the beautiful frozen Frisian landscape is the pinnacle of winter wonderland fun for the entire family We were last able to enjoy this mysterious and elusive pleasure in 1997 so wish us luck and hopefully this season we can live the dream again May the winter gods be with us
Being the sturdy weather-defying people we are it does not bother us much to hop on our bikes and face the white landscape But there are a few things to consider before throwing yourself into a winter storm trying to negotiate your steel horse through piles of ice and snow covering every surface Make sure to dress properly ndash itrsquos best to wear several layers of clothing which allows the air trapped in between to warm up and keep you comfortable The outer layer should really be waterproof as snow can become rain in an instant here and you donrsquot want to be stuck in a woollen jacket that will freeze solid and cover you with an icy crust when the wind turns in your direction A nice thick hat and gloves are mandatory the head being the area of your body from which most heat exits and you donrsquot want to let that happen Keep it under wraps to ensure proper brain activity and intact ears even if yoursquore caught out in one of those mini-blizzards that can just pop up out of nowhere Once yoursquore all bundled up and ready for the ride there is of course the small issue of the streets being completely covered in icy sludge the kind that has created wrinkles of despair and fear across the foreheads of generations of Dutch men and women An iced-over surface is the natural enemy of anything moving across it and especially those with only two wheels which have a natural tendency to fall over when not held in check by the trained thighs of a road warrior It is highly advisable to ride slowly and carefully keeping an eye on the road ahead of you for frozen patches These can usually be easily identified by the number of falling bodies and crashing bikes of those who seem to think that gravity is suspended once the fluffy stuff starts drifting down from the
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A Russian bears a Chinese panda
Moscow
Once a year I take a foreign holiday and every time I want it to be something special In order to experience the gorgeous Chinese culture and to faint at the sight of enormous skyscrapers in November 2012 I departed Moscow for Hong Kong I wanted my trip to include cultural aspects be affordable and bring something new into my life Looking back I am happy to say that my holiday completely satisfied all these criteria
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By Tatiana Igumensheva
28
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lsquoA casino which is often the only purpose for visiting Macau especially for people from mainland China and
Hong Kongrsquo
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Macau
Having landed in Honk Kong I took a ferry to Macau which is not as large as its nickname the lsquoAsian Las Vegasrsquo suggests It took me just a day to complete my sightseeing and another to buy souvenirs The only place I omitted from my explorations was a casino which is often the only purpose for visiting Macau especially for people from mainland China and Hong Kong Temples natas (exquisite tarts) Portuguese architecture from the 19th century alongside huge skyscrapers this is the Macau I will remember It is very clean and most museums and temples do not charge for admission I enjoyed the Mandarinrsquos House most of all ndash a great example of home and everyday life habits Jesuit temples are gorgeous as well as the fortress with its lighthouse and of course Macaursquos most famous landmark the ruins of St Paulrsquos cathedral
Macau is a former Portuguese colony and if this one is anything to go by this is something the Portuguese were great at The old city centre has the atmosphere of a small tranquil town ndash very safe and friendly ndash which is exactly what it is both Macau and Hong Kong are probably the two safest places in the world The only thing that was a constant worry was the fact that Macau (and Hong Kong) has no open spaces at all The roads just keep going up and down up and downhellip
Good cardio exercise though I went through it for two days in Macau and then continued my hiking in Hong Kong
Hong Kong
Signs of British colonialism in Hong Kong are noticeable by their absence It was all destroyed in order to make use of every square metre An absence of land has made Hong Kong a temple to skyscrapers and the Chinese appear to have mastered this art perfectly
The first place to see is surely The Peak however Even if you are hysterically afraid of heights you simply must go there This is one view you will never forget Visit it at least twice ndash in the afternoon and in the evening ndash and you will see two different cities below Then take a walk through the central area The way the buildings almost literally scrape the sky excites me every time I look up ndash itlsquos amazing By the way despite being such a technological nation the local Chinese care about the environment in all aspects of their lives They are fond of trees even in a small city-centre park so they can take a little rest on their way to work and they really seem to care about nature There are huge penalties for littering smoking in prohibited areas and great attention to recycling Hong Kong is a city that cares ndash thatrsquos my first impression
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lsquoAn absence of land has made Hong Kong a temple to skyscrapersrsquo
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travel
Another thought I had about all of this progress around me is that being such a progressive society the local Chinese never stopped to become fundamentally religious There are many temples and statues so many religions live together in this peaceful place That was a completely new lifestyle experience for me skyscrapers happily standing alongside all sorts of religious buildings Maybe thatrsquos what freedom of faith is all about
If you manage to get there try to visit all the places described in the tourist guidebooks They are really worth seeing Hong Kong residents spend their weekends visiting these places themselves Ocean Park Big Buddha Mid-levels the Avenue of Stars Hong Kong Park the Botanical and Zoological Gardenshellip I enjoyed all of them greatly
However what struck me the most was the people Forever smiling kind and always helpful Talking to them was a pleasure And some of them cook such delicious dishes that I was ready to eat the plate By the way do not forget that Hong Kong is the capital of international cuisine ndash so try everything Except for Borsch (some restaurants offer it) with which I still believe it is better to get acquainted in Russia or Ukraine All sorts of noodles rice and dumplings are
available here I tried Vietnamese Indian and Hong Kong cuisine and I cannot say which I like morehellip So Hong Kong is a wonderful opportunity to try everything
One last bit of advice if you can afford it take a hotel room with harbour view which will pay you back with interest My harbour-view hotel room suited me perfectly When I was tired of walking I went to my room had a glass of wine watched the lights shimmering on the other side of harbour and was completely happy
I am just reaching the end of my holiday taking a rest in my room and feeling really jealous of anyone about to visit Hong Kong for the first time You are going to enjoy so many exciting emotionshellip
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lsquoThe local Chinese care about the environment in all aspects of their livesrsquo
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travel31
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lsquoHong Kong is a city that caresrsquo
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lsquoHong Kong is the capital of international cuisine ndash so try everythingrsquo
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Silent nights
Winter nights are well suited to staying indoors in the warmth especially after dark Not everyone is a lowland bear however and most of us need thoughtful stimulation to keep smiling through cold nights spent away from living quarters Luckily for Amsterdammers who pay attention from time to time extremely interesting and creative happenings are staged at a price anyone can afford The idea is simple tour the lights of lsquoNew Cityrsquo Amsterdam at night spending a couple of hours on a sturdy comfortable and warm (enclosed) historical craft The city falls silent as soon as you leave the pier and the transformation is complete when the city becomes simply unrecognisable with its flat lines interrupted by a few high-rising buildings shimmering back at you Some things in Amsterdam remain refreshingly surprising even to its well-cured darlings Not much beats having couple glasses of wine while splashing across the IJsselmeer and struggling to figure out which section of the city you are gazing upon through the silence of an icy night
Watch out for repeats wwwlichtophetijnl
city gems
By Denson Pierre
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The Sentinel took up the enthusiastic invitation from the people of the annually occurring Dutch-Lithuanian art event on December 1 The Dutch aspect of the event day and night together with the displayed art was not particularly significant in this case however given that it was one of the more complete cultural cuisine musical and heartily drinking events that the recent European Union arrivalrsquos creative set could conjure with the help of their foreign desk and local culture funds A well produced and expansive programme could be sampled and lightning insight garnered into the culture and artistic impressions of a pearl of Baltic civilisation Vilnius met Amsterdam It just may be time for this e-zine to delve even deeper into Lithuania
See wwwltartnl
Iron Wolves
By Denson Pierre
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MechelenAuthentic and full of surprises Thatrsquos Mechelen Hospitable and honourable Thatrsquos the people of Mechelen Come and experience the cityrsquos urban charms for yourself Mechelen
Authentic and full of surprises Thatrsquos Mechelen Hospitable and honourable Thatrsquos the people of Mechelen Come and experience the cityrsquos urban charms for yourself
photography copy Layla Aerts
59classifieds
CafeacuteBar Review Batavia 1920
lsquoClassic bar art embraces you as you enterrsquo
cafebar review60
Batavia 1920Prins Hendrikkade 85 1012 AE Amsterdam
It is always handy to know of a wholesome cafeacutebar that ticks all the boxes even if it happens to be located at the busiest point of the old city (obliquely opposite Central Station) Over the course of the different seasons I managed to assess this fine establishment which serves as another reminder of what good honest bars are all about There is still quality available in Amsterdam
AmbianceThoughtful solid furniture easy lighting and classic bar art embraces you as you enter With a chess club professional dart board regular parties and borrels the vibe ranges daily from mellow to vibrant Rating 5
StaffregularsOn my most recent visit I had the pleasure of Elizabeth and Jamie leading the service but staff members are always experienced service is quick and drinks are de-livered with fresh smiles whoever happens to be work-ing The regulars are plentiful and the bar emanates the energy of a good professional lsquoIrishrsquo bar attracting an eclectic international mix to this super-central location It is a perfect meeting point for friends from any cardi-nal direction with the national transportation hub being literally just across the road Rating 5
Televised sportAmple flat screens and channels Rating 4
PricesIn general the prices are standard Central Amsterdam levels which is sadly typical of grand cafeacutes in this post-code area What works in Bataviarsquos favour is that it has an above-average selection of lsquoBelgian beautiesrsquo (beer) on offer Given the advised dosage having two or three should not leave you broke or broken The kitchen also has quite a strong reputation for above-average pub fare The Sunday roast dinner is especially popular and keeps folk who like that sort of thing coming back as often as they can afford it Rating 3
MusicGenuinely diverse popular and world music from a crisp-sounding digital sound system and staff members seem to have cool taste in music Rating 5
Smoking area provisionThere is a large smoking room on the lower level Sim-ple and ingenious air-conditioning allows you to spend your full upstairs session there without the sense of be-ing fumigated If you were not told about the smoking area below you would not know there was one Rating 5
Total rating 2730(Ratings from 1-5 where 1 = Very poor and 5 = Excel-lent)
By Denson Pierre
lsquoA perfect meeting point for friends from any cardinal directionrsquo
cafebar review6
1
lsquoIt has an above-average selection of lsquoBelgian beautiesrsquorsquo
cafebar review62
lsquoStaff members seem to have cool taste in musicrsquo
cafebar review63
For complete and world class tours of Prague
Packages includebull Hidden and playful Prague (for families with young children)bull Literary Praguebull Prague Architecture through the agesbull Religion and the citybull The old city at night
These are detailed tours designed for visitors who wish to explore with great detail and not suitable for simply sight-seeing tourists
Day segments and ratesPR 0800-1230hrs AG 1330-1630hrs UE 1730-2130hrsAll sessions are priced at u 25 per single adult Group size upper limit = 8 Accompanied children under the age of five are gratis and school aged children pay 25 Family package rates are negotiable
ContactJaroslav Cernosek+420 602 228 797Mail jcernosekcentrumcz
wwwyourtuliptourcom
JC Tours
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star beer guide
The SentinelStar beer guide
lsquoFind the better bars serving it at the right price in the New Yearrsquo
Clever marketing and an effective pricing campaign has led to this A-class standard-bearing blonde becoming one of the most easily found lsquorealrsquo beers in Amsterdam cafeacutes and bars With its distinctive charisma and fresh fruity taste it sits just on the edge in terms of strength and only the brave and seasoned can be found using it as a session beer Prices across Amsterdam for the same Trappist-glass measure can range dramatically from euro 250 to euro 425 per glass so there is fun to be had trying to find the better bars serving it at the right price in the New Year Your search will be rewarded by this cool classic
Grimbergen Blonde is brewed by Alken-Maes Alken Belgium
By Denson Pierre
GRIMBERGEN BLONDE (67 ABV)
67star beer guide
68
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BRING BACK
A substantial amount of the culture on mainland Europe revolves around platinum-standard beer of various descriptions and fl avours being easily available Amsterdam is not lacking in cafeacutes bars off licences supermarkets and online outlets stocking truly great beers available either immediately or within 24 hours With the growing popularity of high-yeast and high alcohol by volume brands how these drinks are served is a cause for concern however
Led by the Belgians and French the art of designing a glass that refl ects the individual quality of the liquid experience within is among these productsrsquo most out-standing features after their fl avour and power to in-toxicate Any beer of decent repute has its own glass in which it is intended to be served This always takes the form and size of a sensible measure to ensure a taste experience at the correct temperature and allow people to enjoy the evoked sensations before fi nding them-selves suddenly and blindingly drunk What we now often fi nd in tourist-pressed Amsterdam are these lsquoreal beersrsquo being off ered and served to ignorant punters in pint (or half-litre) measures leading to people becom-ing drunk at speed and destroying the overall aesthetic of lsquobeering itrsquo with style
The Sentinel says bring back the serving of high-alco-hol-content drinks in appropriate measures and if pos-sible in the glasses especially designed for the purpose This would be desirable for all manner of reasons not least health and safety Barkeepers can be educators too and it shouldnrsquot be too diffi cult to persuade tourists (usually German British and Irish) who represent the majority of volume drinkers in the cityrsquos more desirable watering holes It is foolish greedy and uncouth to con-sume high-alcohol beverages in such volumes and not expect to end up senselessly drunk and ultimately spoil the whole experience Volume drinkers should simply be directed to the lsquopiss waterrsquo beers of which there are many to satiate their needs and leave the quality beer tours for when they have educated themselves in the culture and manner of consumption that ensures maxi-mum pleasure and above all style
By Denson Pierre
STYLED BEER GLASSES
69amsterdam city life
We find the best most fun most typical exciting or local favourite restaurants etcetera in Amsterdam and bring them to you an easy way to feel like a local
Het Compagnie Theater Amsterdam 12122012
Recommended
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EUROGIFTSXenonweg 9 3812 SZ Amersfoort
Tel 033 - 454 35 75 - Fax 033 - 454 35 79E-mail lmproefeurogiftsnl
Website wwweurogiftsnl
FILMPROEF
ORDERNUMMER 6021022ARTIKELNUMMER 65123
Ware grootte (indien uitgeprint)Kleur opdruk Wit
Mulligans Irish Music BarAmsterdamrsquos best address for live Irish music Five (5) nights a week Check our agenda for upcoming sessions
Cafeacute KostverlorenCafeacute Kostverloren is a contemporary cafe offering the cosiness of a saloon an open kitchen and the intimacy of a living room During summer there is a large sunny terrace and during winter an open fi replace
VibesVibes is a relaxing cafecocktail bar art gallery with a large selection of coffees herbal teas homemade cakes and an amazing card of cocktails made with fresh fruit by a professional cocktail bartenderEnjoy our Italian kitchen in a cosy and friendly atmosphere
IncantoIncanto is a restaurant with a classic Italian kitchen Venetian chef Simone Ambrosin is known for his pure and simple style of cooking with feeling for nuance The wine list contains over 150 Italian wines
Planet RosePlanet Rose is the fi rst Caribbean restaurant in the Netherlands which specializes in Jamaican cuisine The menu features a daily changing selection of JamaicanCaribbean dishes and they ensure that you enjoy the whole expe-rience while dining with them
Cafe TisfrisCafe Tisfris is recognisable for its landmarks funky pillars and terrace Tisfris offers a friendly service and is a great pit stop for ldquoyummyrdquo refreshments
Cafe restaurant EdelCafe restaurant Edel is the perfect place for lunch dinner or to simply enjoy a drink Edel is a unique place in Amsterdam
Cafeacute OportoCafeacute Oporto is a traditional Amsterdam lsquobrown cafersquo Welcoming tourists and regular customers alike they offer televised sports wireless internet connection and a wide range of reasonably priced beers and spirits
Connoisseurs Delight Fun Drinking amp MusicTo Be Seen and Tasted
To Be Seen and Tasted
Fun Drinking amp Music
Connoisseurs Delight
Connoisseurs Delight
To Be Seen and Tasted
Neighbourhood cosy
Opera Prima - Patisserie Bistro TraiteurThe best place in town for lunch exquisite high teas or brunches and all of your luxury catering both private and corporate
Kinkerstraat 228 Amsterdamwwwoperaprimanl
St Antoniebreestraat 142 Amsterdamwwwtisfrisnl
Postjesweg 1 1057 DT Amsterdamwwwedelamsterdamnl
Zoutsteeg 1 1012 LX Amsterdamwwwcafeoportonethome
Amstel 100 1017 AC Amsterdamwwwmulligansnl
2e Kostverlorenkade 70 Amsterdamwwwcafekostverlorennl
Jan Pieter Heijestraat 137 Amsterdamwwwwixcomvibes137vibes
Amstel 2 Amsterdamwwwrestaurant-incantonl
Nicolaas Beetsstraat 47 Amsterdamwwwplanetroseinfo
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Answer to sentinelpostgmailcom
Where is this inAmsterdam
72spotted
Room 2cfilm
This is the one that will make you pause James Stewart one of my top ten actors of all time plays a businessman fighting to keep his life and family together while everything is crashing down around him In steps an lsquoangelrsquo to try and convince him that life is not as bad as it seems and that other people would be a lot worse off without him Probably the highest rated film Irsquove ever reviewed and one of the most Christmas-delicious I know
Could you walk 2400 kilometres while being pursued with little more than a longing to return to your homeland and mother to keep you and your dependant companions going Would you do this twice This utterly moving film highlights the true-life Australian apartheid practices of the twentieth century and the trauma it caused to native Australians The barren landscapes provide the perfect backdrop for compelling cinema-tography and its dryness will be irrigated by your tears
By David King
By dpmotions
Itrsquos a Wonderful Life (1946)
Rabbit-Proof Fence (2002)
73room2c
74trends
lsquoFacebook in particular is responsible for exacerbating unspoken competitivenessrsquo
By Dirkje Bakker-Pierre
Trends in the food industry are moving faster than lightning and are harder and harder to keep up with When you are all geared up to create your own artsy cupcakes all of a sudden cupcakes are out and macaroons are the flavour of the day
Sweat dripping and cheeks burning with stress levels going through the roof women all around the country have been toiling night and day to create just the right pimped-up cakes (completely covered in layers of pink and red marzipan tiny silver sugar balls and rose petals made from feather-light sugar) which look like they come from one of the newly popped-up cupcake shops Facebook in particular is responsible for exacerbating unspoken competitiveness due to images being posted of better looking and prettier cakes just after you posted your own in comparison pretty sad creations forcing you back into the kitchen to try again
One day itrsquos cutting out names from layers of chocolate the next itrsquos squirting curls and swirls of rainbow colours or grating organic carrots for the rather awkward lsquohealthyrsquo version the carrot cupcake
Shops have adjusted their aisles to make way for endless shelves of specialised products in all ranges of sweetness and multicoloured cuteness shapes tools mixtures and machines It is a whole world of custom products which just keeps growing and changing and you need to keep up with it all or risk being hopelessly left behind There are pink-coloured cook books workshops websites self-help groups and neglected overweight children crying for something non-sweet for once
But then after all your attempts and when you finally think you have achieved perfection before you know it you make a complete fool of yourself by serving the wrong type of sweet and colourful titbits because a new trend has already arrived That really makes you feel like a macaroon
All Caked Out
75trends
Winter solstice is an exciting time of year when we all start dreaming of more sun more light and more inspiration Continuing the gemstone theme I would like to draw your attention to the very lovely and sparkling sunstone also known as heliolite It is the official gemstone of the US state of Oregon which is a prime source for this beautiful gem The name heliolite is derived from the Greek lsquoheliosrsquo and lsquolithosrsquo which mean lsquosunrsquo and lsquostonersquo It was first discovered in Viking burial mounds but despite its long history is not found in abundance
Sunstone is metallic in appearance and comes in red orange or green colours However cleaner red sunstone is very rare and commands proper gemstone prices The stone is a composite of oligoclase feldspar which also contains hematite or goethite The presence of hematite or goethite gives the stone its ability to reflect light hence the name sunstone Sunstone is said to be an inspiration stone able to bestow freedom independence and happiness It also said to reduce fear alleviate stress and bring good luck in any game of chance This sparkly stone has a further use in healing and is believed to endow its wearers with enhanced self-healing powers Other properties
Shine
By Evelina Kvartunaite
ndash
lsquoDreaming of more sun more light and more inspirationrsquo
ndash
include stimulating the vegetative autonomic nervous system and enhancing the harmonious functioning of all the bodyrsquos organs It is also quite helpful in cases of exhaustion due to lack of sleep
The gemstone is used to treat chronic sore throats and relieves pain caused by stomach ulcers It has proved successful in alleviating Seasonal Affective Disorder (or SAD) and is also known for relieving cartilage problems rheumatism and general aches and pains Sunstone helps in dealing with depression and frees its wearers from feelings of discrimination and failure as well as from perceptions of an lsquoevil worldrsquo Sunstone increases a personrsquos sense of self-esteem and self-worth
Sunstone is particularly beneficial when used in sunshine or sunlight It brings abundance to a personrsquos life and transforms negative energy into positive energy
If you have any other helpful tips you would like to share please let me know at evelinakvartunaiteconsultancymarketmediacom
76health amp well-being
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lsquoBestow freedom independence and happinessrsquo
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lsquoIt has proved successful in alleviating Seasonal Affective
Disorderrsquo
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77health amp well-being
world this lsquotrickeryrsquo has moved online With todayrsquos short attention spans the potential to draw users to a website and retain them is a crucial skill which is rewarded by the revenue that can be generated based on how long a user stays on a website Link-baiting should have been foreseen since it is inevitable
Every click on a website is a revenue-generating moment in terms of advertising The amount of adverts to which you can expose an online user as they click to and through your website is the currency used to determine whether an advertising agency spends its budget on one publication over another Real journalism and insightful opinions once drove online traffic for web publications but link-baiting is now seriously derailing this approach
Most of the time the story behind the sensational link does not live up to expectations A typical example of this can be found in the online edition of the Watford Observer on Tuesday 31 July 2012 The link-bait read ldquoCameron Diaz vows to kick drug habit with help of stepdadrdquo However following the link or falling for the bait led to the underwhelming story ldquoDrug user Cameron Diaz of Broomfield Rise Abbots Langley has sworn to clean up his act with the help of his stepfatherrdquo Although the story was factually correct the intention of the publication was to trick the
One of my previous articles described how online technology publications are subverting reality by not correctly echoing the sentiments of the consuming public Part of the cause of this is that usually in a bid to counter the majority of lacklustre stories floating around they subvert reality to make it more interesting How many non-geeks really care about the advantages of modelling parallelism on serial programs with the Intelreg Advisor XE Itrsquos certainly not a typically newsworthy story
As a result an annoying phenomenon has slowly been building momentum This is now quite evident all over the internet and is destroying good journalism The phenomenon is called Link-baiting Our trustworthy source of internet knowledge describes Link-bait(ing) as anything ldquointeresting enough to catch peoplersquos attentionrdquo (httpenwikipediaorgwikiLink_bait)
Link-baiting is synonymous with the sensational cover stories used on the front of magazines to entice people walking past to pick up the magazines and delve into them As with most things from the print
No news is good news
lsquoQuite evident all over the internet and is destroying good
journalismrsquo
By Simon Owusu
technology
TechBit Sio-Bytes
78
provider in America to the tune of US$ 400 million The initial story broke on the PRWEB website and the majority of online publications regurgitated the story with no additional insights such as the implications of such a deal which real journalism would call for None of them bothered to check the sources or the credibility of the story Millions of revenue-generating clicks later the more seasoned online publications such as CNN AllThings D and CNET broke the bigger story that the press release was fake and that both Google and ICOA Wireless had denied the story In a rush to break the story the first rule of journalism was contravened lsquoAlways check your sourcesrsquo
Given the transient nature of any false news stories posted on the internet these days the story quickly disappeared from most of the offending publications and today you will be hard pressed to find any mention of this slip-up The Sentinel we like to think always brings you the truth albeit typed on an iPad Mini so donrsquot count on us to follow such faulty phenomena and trends
online user into clicking on it due to the coincidental name-sharing of the Abbots Langley Cameron Diaz with the famous American actress Every link clicked demonstrates the potential for advertisers to reach larger audiences and generate revenue for the online publications
From the same school as link-baiting comes the phenomenon of lsquofirst past the postrsquo journalism within the advertising-driven online publication world In this type of journalism emphasis is placed on being first to publish or break a news story Online publications that are first to break a news story attract a high amount of traffic (which translates into large revenues generated by advertising) since they are the only source of that particular information for a short space of time Online users have no choice but to visit that particular site if they wish to read the scoop The downside of this is that in a bid to be first to reap the advertising revenues frequently news stories are not properly checked for credibility On Monday 26 November 2012 nearly every online technology publication published the story of Google purchasing ICOA Wireless a Wi-Fi hot-spot
lsquoFrequently news stories are not properly checked for credibilityrsquo
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these people in business suits are rushing to check in their business cases Irsquom manoeuvring my 19-metre ski bag between them Strange looks and questions donrsquot surprise me anymore The looks whispers and questions Irsquove had while on trains from one place to the next or on the tram after going to the beach on my way to the indoor slope this summer On the one hand they made me feel like I was some strange creature from another planet but on the other they got me extra stoked up about what Irsquom doing
As I write this itrsquos a week after I checked in my bags and Irsquom sitting in my favourite coffee shop Cuppa Joersquos in Breckenridge Colorado Over the past five days Irsquove been getting up every morning at around 630 am and getting out at around 800am Anyone who knows me will probably raise an eyebrow at this When Irsquom working at home on my photos and stories for the White Freeski Magazine where Irsquom editor-in-chief or on freelance assignments my daily rhythm is completely the opposite But I guess thatrsquos the nice thing about jetlag
Itrsquos hard to describe the feeling of finally getting back
You know that feeling of bubbly excitement you get when you are getting ready to go and do something yoursquove been anticipating for a long long time It might be finally nailing that presentation to finish up university cooking a great dinner for friends or excitement about meeting up with someone
Getting my bags out from the basement after they had been collecting dust for the past eight months prompted those feelings to rush through my veins once again Even though I donrsquot mind being home going to the beach and rehabbing my knee and visiting friends in different countries over the summer all this has taken place in the city and Irsquove been missing the mountains terribly As Irsquom getting my bags out it makes me realise that it really is almost time for me to click into my skis again and breathe in the fresh mountain air
After packing it was finally time to get on my flight to Denver Colorado on Monday morning While all
white outBubbles of Excitement
By Ananda van Welij
Just another girl from a country without mountains addicted to snow
lsquoGo and do something yoursquove been anticipating for a long long timersquo
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have ahead of me this winter Looking forward again instead of being bummed I try to focus on the bright side like I did while I was stuck at home rehabbing and walking on crutches Trying to be inspired by what I see around me and what others do and have instead of being frustrated by it
It makes me wonder about just working and meeting up with friends at home I know I have a privileged life as Irsquom sitting here but isnrsquot this something we all experience in our daily lives It can be hard to sit down let go of the frustration sadness and problems and look forward Itrsquos not always possible to do it overnight but I think that just trying makes you feel better and in the end it allows you to bubble with excitement again no matter if itrsquos for a day of skiing or for finishing that project
My new mission for this season is to stay positive and draw inspiration from the people and things around me Irsquoll let you know how Irsquom doing in three weeksrsquo time
onto my skis after being out for eight months due to a torn MCL Cruising down the hill feeling and hearing the snow crunch under my feet It might sound strange to you but to me itrsquos a special sort of magic I guess it has something to do with the dopamine your body makes while having a great rush of excitement Although Irsquom pretty tired right now and taking a day off from skiing just walking outside and knowing that I can go up the hill any moment I like makes me feel better
Being so excited to be back on the snow after an injury also has a downside It comes in the form of having to hold myself back Since my injury I havenrsquot been jumping or doing any crazy tricks Itrsquos hard seeing all my friends jump and having fun in the park knowing I really shouldnrsquot do any of that stuff yet My mind is screaming ldquoYou can do that toordquo But Irsquom scared of a repeat injury brought on by pushing myself too hard too fast I have to force myself to sit down talk to my friends and listen to their stories of having fun while being genuinely happy for them To enjoy the sun instead of freaking myself out eat some good food have a good laugh and think of all the fun trips I
lsquoExtra stoked up about what Irsquom doingrsquo
lsquoTo me itrsquos a special sort of magicrsquo
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We have reached the point of the season when the outstanding manager of the first half has his team profiled and receives a pat on the back An overall lead at Xmas more often than not means that the team has peaked during the first half of the season before going on to show signs of weakness This season unusually we have a manager who has led strongly from the very early weeks but who still has a full supply of substitutes in reserve This bodes ill for the other managers as even though he has been professionally hunted down to the point that his lead is now meagre (or even gone by the time this is published) Steven Fockema still holds all the aces given that his reserves remain intact while the chasersrsquo have been used up to varying degrees
Daft3Punks
GK Tim Krul (newcastle United) 25m ndash Out injured from the beginning of September until the end of November No proper form assessment possible so far this season and his team are in apparent gradual creep towards the relegation zone Rating 825
deF Jose enrique (Liverpool) 35m ndash At a work-in-progress team Now playing regularly as a midfielder and showing positive form Rating 85
deF daniel Agger (Liverpool) 4m ndash Still more bluster and posing than glory Rating 825
deF Winston Reid (West Ham) 1m ndash Doing New Zealand proud in the Premier League at his price West Ham may not secure a greater number of clean sheets in the second half of the season however Rating 80
deF Jan Vertonghen (Tottenham Hotspur) 45m ndash Handsome driving Belgian vanilla One of the stars of the season thus far Rating 90
mId Gareth Bale (Tottenham Hotspur) 55m ndash The most impressive individual player in the current Premier League Rating 915
mId michu (Swansea city) 2m ndash Incredible value at his price A natural goal-scorer extraordinaire who also gets around and shows versatility Rating 90
mId Yaya Toure (manchester city) 45m ndash Nowhere close to his form of the previous season even if that can change in the second half of this one Rating 850
FWd Fabio Borini (Liverpool) 3m ndash Tipped here to eventually do well but long-term injury befell him just at the time he was settling into his new team and system Rating 80
FWd olivier Giroud (Arsenal) 45m ndash Has been nudging levels above average of late Rating 850
FWd Papiss cisse (newcastle United) 5m ndash Another player showing an astonishing fall from the excellence of the final third of the previous season Newcastle United appear to need re-styling quickly Rating 825
overall rating 9340 (max 100)
The New Year will only bring fireworks given the keen match-up between FFG-CL managers
By Denson Pierre
The Gold Room
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By Maureen Bancroft
My recent trip to India was both a journey of discovery and renewal to a place that has been in my imagination ever since childhood I was born and grew up on the island of Trinidad West Indies in a place named Delhi Road Fyzabad The name was given to this small town by Indians (Faizabad Uttar Pradesh) who were transported there by the British as indentured slaves They were sent out to work on sugar cane plantations following the abolition of African slavery and mainly settled in central and southern Trinidad My childhood was enriched by Indian culture religions and food Anglo-Indian friends who have since visited Trinidad commented on how Indian traditions and cultures have survived making this small island in the Caribbean a vibrant mix of both India and Africa
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over the streets and alleys would give Health and Safety experts from the West nightmares but this also added to the mix and seemed to be a link between the old and antiquated and the new
On our second day we set off by Indian Railway to the city of Agra Travelling by Indian rail is cheap and reliable but agility and concentration is essential as the drivers will only wait at the platform for about 50 seconds We arrived in Agra also known as Akbarabad the former capital of the Mughal Empire (1526 -1658) and visited the magnificent Agra Fort the Taj Mahal and Fatehpur Sikri These three sites have all been granted UNESCO World Heritage status Unfortunately our visit to the much-anticipated Taj Mahal was a little disappointing due to smog Pollution is a problem and is made worse by the practice of farmers burning fields after the harvest Divali celebrations were also in the air and spent firecrackers added to it all The monument itself was built as a token of undying love by Emperor Shah Jahan for his beloved queen Mumtaz and is considered the jewel of Islamic art as well as one of the Seven Wonders of the World It would have been amazing to see it bathed in sunlight at sunrise and sunset when the marble takes on different hues because of its translucence It is truly a magnificent building Agra fort is very impressive and is sometimes referred to as the lsquowalled cityrsquo due to its size There are a number of impressive buildings to explore
The following day we left Agra to visit the ancient sandstone city of Fatehpur Sikri We travelled there by
India has therefore always been on my list of places to visit so it seemed like a good start to my post-retirement travels An advert in one of the daily British newspapers for a trip to Delhi called Indiarsquos Tigers and Palaces caught my imagination The trip included visits to Delhi Agra and Jaipur as well as Ranthambore National Park to see tigers I was keen to travel with a guided tour company as both my husband and I were first-timers We arrived at Delhi airport and were greeted by our Indian guide at the start of eleven wonderful days
Nothing can prepare the novice visitor for the array of humans (rich poor destitute) animals traffic noise colours and smells Delhi is an international metropolis and one of the oldest existing cities in the world It is said to consist of seven successive cities with the British-built New Delhi making it eight New Delhi was built to be the capital of the British Empirersquos most prized possession India It is an impressive city with tree-lined boulevards along the Rajpath stretching from India Gate a war memorial reminiscent of Parisrsquo Arc de Triomphe to the Presidential Palace The tallest monument Quitb Minar is an architectural marvel of ancient India It is one of the tallest minarets in the world Our visit to old Delhi also included a visit to the Jama Masjid mosque which can accommodate 20000 worshippers at a time The highlight of the day was a ride on a rickshaw through the narrow alleys observing the vendors with their wonderful array of leafy vegetables fresh fruit and colourful spices The bundles of live electric wires that hang precariously
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by Maharaja Sawai Singh II in 1727 Its buildings are striking and sites include the magnificent Amber Fort the Palace of the Winds and a fascinating observatory consisting of 14 geometric structures designed to record astronomical measurements Our final day was spent in the historic city of Patan Mahal which was founded in the 12th century It occupies a strategic defensive position nestled in a valley surrounded by three hills We stayed at the impressive Patan Mahal Palace which represents traditional Rajasthani architecture The Palace is situated on a hillside with terrific views We were transferred by camels through the village accompanied by a local brass band All the local children were amused at the site of British holiday makers indulging in a bit of nostalgia maybe regretting the days of Empire a little I particularly enjoyed seeing the children playing cricket which also reminded me of the British legacy The villagers are very poor but there is hope that with the growth of the Indian economy the quality of their lives will improve A walk through the village was interesting as we stumbled across small industries such as pottery and jewellery making
We were entertained on our final night with traditional dancing and wonderful food Sadly our tour had come to an end and all that now remain are dreams and the desire to return soon The vibrant colours of the women in their saris delicious food walking through a village tiger spotting and amazing palaces will forever live on in my memory
air-conditioned coach Indian roads and Indian driving is not for the faint hearted Cows bicycles tractors and pedestrians pass on any side they can and the rule of the road seems to be simply get from here to there by the shortest route Each individual driver seems to have their own interpretation of how to negotiate dual carriageways and roundabouts Sacred cows and all other animals have right of way and the loudest horn takes precedence Our next stop was Fatehpur Sikri an ancient sandstone city built by Mogul Emperor Akbar in the 16th century as Indiarsquos political capital It was abandoned only 15 years after construction when the capital was relocated back to Agra leaving Fatehpur Sikri preserved as a medieval fortress of red sandstone The intricate architecture including Islamic Hindu and Christian symbols is breathtaking
Our next rail journey was to Sawai Madhopur lodge This accommodation had the wow factor since it had previously belonged to a Maharaja The lodge was the perfect setting for the most exciting two days of our trip the visit to Ranthambore National Park I didnrsquot believe that I would actually see tigers as animals in the wild can be unpredictable I was humbled and amazed when we first spotted a female tiger with her two cubs This majestic and beautiful beast has starred in television documentaries and it was a privilege to see her in her natural habitat The park covers 159 hectares and is home to more than 300 species of birds as well as monkeys and deer
On the eighth day we travelled to Jaipur or lsquothe pink cityrsquo It is the capital of Rajasthan and was founded
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Wintry Wonders
ndashlsquoThe sturdy weather-defying people we arersquo
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Wintry Wonders
By Sam van Dam
In recent years Amsterdam has been blessed or cursed depending on your point of view by regular snowfall in the winter to spring period It still feels like a bit of a novelty given that we usually experience a grey rainy mess around Christmas time instead of a white blanket With snow becoming a regular but still novel visitor to our beloved city and country our reactions to it cover the full range of emotions from childlike joy that makes us look up into the sky with our tongue sticking out to catch some of the little fluffy flakes followed by a frantic run to the attic to find those old ice-skates among all the rubble to angry fist-shaking at the heavens followed by a desperate soul-crushing ldquoNoooooordquo usually from those who own a car and have to start their day with some hand-numbing ice removal from the frozen windows of their vehicles not to mention the inevitable traffic jams
ndashlsquoNegotiate your steel horse through piles of ice and snow covering every surfacersquo
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ndashlsquoAn iced-over surface is the natural enemy of anything moving across itrsquo
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clouds Going by the sheer number of mangled locals hauled off to hospital emergency rooms each January it often seems like we forget everything wersquove learned in previous winters or we simply enjoy kissing the cold asphalt while the bike chain wraps itself around our cold stiffened necks No other explanation makes sense The safest advice is to stay inside until the worst is over but since most of us need to go out and make a living or at least visit the shops to stock up on hot chocolate and whipped cream for those long dark evenings by the fireplace hibernation is sadly not an option Luckily the periods of time when we have to deal with ice and snow are usually short lived and there is always the alternative of the public transport system for those who donrsquot dare to confront the frozen world wheel-on And of course there is one thing that unites all of us in a feverish winter dream and makes us forget all the downsides of the cold season the thought that we might be able to ice-skate on the canals rivers and waterways of our lovely little country There is a magic word that we only dare to whisper for fear that once itrsquos spoken out loud the temperature will rise instantly so Irsquom going to write it in tiny letters only Elfstedentocht (Eleven city tour) This ice-skating race of over 200 kilometres through the beautiful frozen Frisian landscape is the pinnacle of winter wonderland fun for the entire family We were last able to enjoy this mysterious and elusive pleasure in 1997 so wish us luck and hopefully this season we can live the dream again May the winter gods be with us
Being the sturdy weather-defying people we are it does not bother us much to hop on our bikes and face the white landscape But there are a few things to consider before throwing yourself into a winter storm trying to negotiate your steel horse through piles of ice and snow covering every surface Make sure to dress properly ndash itrsquos best to wear several layers of clothing which allows the air trapped in between to warm up and keep you comfortable The outer layer should really be waterproof as snow can become rain in an instant here and you donrsquot want to be stuck in a woollen jacket that will freeze solid and cover you with an icy crust when the wind turns in your direction A nice thick hat and gloves are mandatory the head being the area of your body from which most heat exits and you donrsquot want to let that happen Keep it under wraps to ensure proper brain activity and intact ears even if yoursquore caught out in one of those mini-blizzards that can just pop up out of nowhere Once yoursquore all bundled up and ready for the ride there is of course the small issue of the streets being completely covered in icy sludge the kind that has created wrinkles of despair and fear across the foreheads of generations of Dutch men and women An iced-over surface is the natural enemy of anything moving across it and especially those with only two wheels which have a natural tendency to fall over when not held in check by the trained thighs of a road warrior It is highly advisable to ride slowly and carefully keeping an eye on the road ahead of you for frozen patches These can usually be easily identified by the number of falling bodies and crashing bikes of those who seem to think that gravity is suspended once the fluffy stuff starts drifting down from the
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A Russian bears a Chinese panda
Moscow
Once a year I take a foreign holiday and every time I want it to be something special In order to experience the gorgeous Chinese culture and to faint at the sight of enormous skyscrapers in November 2012 I departed Moscow for Hong Kong I wanted my trip to include cultural aspects be affordable and bring something new into my life Looking back I am happy to say that my holiday completely satisfied all these criteria
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Having landed in Honk Kong I took a ferry to Macau which is not as large as its nickname the lsquoAsian Las Vegasrsquo suggests It took me just a day to complete my sightseeing and another to buy souvenirs The only place I omitted from my explorations was a casino which is often the only purpose for visiting Macau especially for people from mainland China and Hong Kong Temples natas (exquisite tarts) Portuguese architecture from the 19th century alongside huge skyscrapers this is the Macau I will remember It is very clean and most museums and temples do not charge for admission I enjoyed the Mandarinrsquos House most of all ndash a great example of home and everyday life habits Jesuit temples are gorgeous as well as the fortress with its lighthouse and of course Macaursquos most famous landmark the ruins of St Paulrsquos cathedral
Macau is a former Portuguese colony and if this one is anything to go by this is something the Portuguese were great at The old city centre has the atmosphere of a small tranquil town ndash very safe and friendly ndash which is exactly what it is both Macau and Hong Kong are probably the two safest places in the world The only thing that was a constant worry was the fact that Macau (and Hong Kong) has no open spaces at all The roads just keep going up and down up and downhellip
Good cardio exercise though I went through it for two days in Macau and then continued my hiking in Hong Kong
Hong Kong
Signs of British colonialism in Hong Kong are noticeable by their absence It was all destroyed in order to make use of every square metre An absence of land has made Hong Kong a temple to skyscrapers and the Chinese appear to have mastered this art perfectly
The first place to see is surely The Peak however Even if you are hysterically afraid of heights you simply must go there This is one view you will never forget Visit it at least twice ndash in the afternoon and in the evening ndash and you will see two different cities below Then take a walk through the central area The way the buildings almost literally scrape the sky excites me every time I look up ndash itlsquos amazing By the way despite being such a technological nation the local Chinese care about the environment in all aspects of their lives They are fond of trees even in a small city-centre park so they can take a little rest on their way to work and they really seem to care about nature There are huge penalties for littering smoking in prohibited areas and great attention to recycling Hong Kong is a city that cares ndash thatrsquos my first impression
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Another thought I had about all of this progress around me is that being such a progressive society the local Chinese never stopped to become fundamentally religious There are many temples and statues so many religions live together in this peaceful place That was a completely new lifestyle experience for me skyscrapers happily standing alongside all sorts of religious buildings Maybe thatrsquos what freedom of faith is all about
If you manage to get there try to visit all the places described in the tourist guidebooks They are really worth seeing Hong Kong residents spend their weekends visiting these places themselves Ocean Park Big Buddha Mid-levels the Avenue of Stars Hong Kong Park the Botanical and Zoological Gardenshellip I enjoyed all of them greatly
However what struck me the most was the people Forever smiling kind and always helpful Talking to them was a pleasure And some of them cook such delicious dishes that I was ready to eat the plate By the way do not forget that Hong Kong is the capital of international cuisine ndash so try everything Except for Borsch (some restaurants offer it) with which I still believe it is better to get acquainted in Russia or Ukraine All sorts of noodles rice and dumplings are
available here I tried Vietnamese Indian and Hong Kong cuisine and I cannot say which I like morehellip So Hong Kong is a wonderful opportunity to try everything
One last bit of advice if you can afford it take a hotel room with harbour view which will pay you back with interest My harbour-view hotel room suited me perfectly When I was tired of walking I went to my room had a glass of wine watched the lights shimmering on the other side of harbour and was completely happy
I am just reaching the end of my holiday taking a rest in my room and feeling really jealous of anyone about to visit Hong Kong for the first time You are going to enjoy so many exciting emotionshellip
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Silent nights
Winter nights are well suited to staying indoors in the warmth especially after dark Not everyone is a lowland bear however and most of us need thoughtful stimulation to keep smiling through cold nights spent away from living quarters Luckily for Amsterdammers who pay attention from time to time extremely interesting and creative happenings are staged at a price anyone can afford The idea is simple tour the lights of lsquoNew Cityrsquo Amsterdam at night spending a couple of hours on a sturdy comfortable and warm (enclosed) historical craft The city falls silent as soon as you leave the pier and the transformation is complete when the city becomes simply unrecognisable with its flat lines interrupted by a few high-rising buildings shimmering back at you Some things in Amsterdam remain refreshingly surprising even to its well-cured darlings Not much beats having couple glasses of wine while splashing across the IJsselmeer and struggling to figure out which section of the city you are gazing upon through the silence of an icy night
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The Sentinel took up the enthusiastic invitation from the people of the annually occurring Dutch-Lithuanian art event on December 1 The Dutch aspect of the event day and night together with the displayed art was not particularly significant in this case however given that it was one of the more complete cultural cuisine musical and heartily drinking events that the recent European Union arrivalrsquos creative set could conjure with the help of their foreign desk and local culture funds A well produced and expansive programme could be sampled and lightning insight garnered into the culture and artistic impressions of a pearl of Baltic civilisation Vilnius met Amsterdam It just may be time for this e-zine to delve even deeper into Lithuania
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MechelenAuthentic and full of surprises Thatrsquos Mechelen Hospitable and honourable Thatrsquos the people of Mechelen Come and experience the cityrsquos urban charms for yourself Mechelen
Authentic and full of surprises Thatrsquos Mechelen Hospitable and honourable Thatrsquos the people of Mechelen Come and experience the cityrsquos urban charms for yourself
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CafeacuteBar Review Batavia 1920
lsquoClassic bar art embraces you as you enterrsquo
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Batavia 1920Prins Hendrikkade 85 1012 AE Amsterdam
It is always handy to know of a wholesome cafeacutebar that ticks all the boxes even if it happens to be located at the busiest point of the old city (obliquely opposite Central Station) Over the course of the different seasons I managed to assess this fine establishment which serves as another reminder of what good honest bars are all about There is still quality available in Amsterdam
AmbianceThoughtful solid furniture easy lighting and classic bar art embraces you as you enter With a chess club professional dart board regular parties and borrels the vibe ranges daily from mellow to vibrant Rating 5
StaffregularsOn my most recent visit I had the pleasure of Elizabeth and Jamie leading the service but staff members are always experienced service is quick and drinks are de-livered with fresh smiles whoever happens to be work-ing The regulars are plentiful and the bar emanates the energy of a good professional lsquoIrishrsquo bar attracting an eclectic international mix to this super-central location It is a perfect meeting point for friends from any cardi-nal direction with the national transportation hub being literally just across the road Rating 5
Televised sportAmple flat screens and channels Rating 4
PricesIn general the prices are standard Central Amsterdam levels which is sadly typical of grand cafeacutes in this post-code area What works in Bataviarsquos favour is that it has an above-average selection of lsquoBelgian beautiesrsquo (beer) on offer Given the advised dosage having two or three should not leave you broke or broken The kitchen also has quite a strong reputation for above-average pub fare The Sunday roast dinner is especially popular and keeps folk who like that sort of thing coming back as often as they can afford it Rating 3
MusicGenuinely diverse popular and world music from a crisp-sounding digital sound system and staff members seem to have cool taste in music Rating 5
Smoking area provisionThere is a large smoking room on the lower level Sim-ple and ingenious air-conditioning allows you to spend your full upstairs session there without the sense of be-ing fumigated If you were not told about the smoking area below you would not know there was one Rating 5
Total rating 2730(Ratings from 1-5 where 1 = Very poor and 5 = Excel-lent)
By Denson Pierre
lsquoA perfect meeting point for friends from any cardinal directionrsquo
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The SentinelStar beer guide
lsquoFind the better bars serving it at the right price in the New Yearrsquo
Clever marketing and an effective pricing campaign has led to this A-class standard-bearing blonde becoming one of the most easily found lsquorealrsquo beers in Amsterdam cafeacutes and bars With its distinctive charisma and fresh fruity taste it sits just on the edge in terms of strength and only the brave and seasoned can be found using it as a session beer Prices across Amsterdam for the same Trappist-glass measure can range dramatically from euro 250 to euro 425 per glass so there is fun to be had trying to find the better bars serving it at the right price in the New Year Your search will be rewarded by this cool classic
Grimbergen Blonde is brewed by Alken-Maes Alken Belgium
By Denson Pierre
GRIMBERGEN BLONDE (67 ABV)
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BRING BACK
A substantial amount of the culture on mainland Europe revolves around platinum-standard beer of various descriptions and fl avours being easily available Amsterdam is not lacking in cafeacutes bars off licences supermarkets and online outlets stocking truly great beers available either immediately or within 24 hours With the growing popularity of high-yeast and high alcohol by volume brands how these drinks are served is a cause for concern however
Led by the Belgians and French the art of designing a glass that refl ects the individual quality of the liquid experience within is among these productsrsquo most out-standing features after their fl avour and power to in-toxicate Any beer of decent repute has its own glass in which it is intended to be served This always takes the form and size of a sensible measure to ensure a taste experience at the correct temperature and allow people to enjoy the evoked sensations before fi nding them-selves suddenly and blindingly drunk What we now often fi nd in tourist-pressed Amsterdam are these lsquoreal beersrsquo being off ered and served to ignorant punters in pint (or half-litre) measures leading to people becom-ing drunk at speed and destroying the overall aesthetic of lsquobeering itrsquo with style
The Sentinel says bring back the serving of high-alco-hol-content drinks in appropriate measures and if pos-sible in the glasses especially designed for the purpose This would be desirable for all manner of reasons not least health and safety Barkeepers can be educators too and it shouldnrsquot be too diffi cult to persuade tourists (usually German British and Irish) who represent the majority of volume drinkers in the cityrsquos more desirable watering holes It is foolish greedy and uncouth to con-sume high-alcohol beverages in such volumes and not expect to end up senselessly drunk and ultimately spoil the whole experience Volume drinkers should simply be directed to the lsquopiss waterrsquo beers of which there are many to satiate their needs and leave the quality beer tours for when they have educated themselves in the culture and manner of consumption that ensures maxi-mum pleasure and above all style
By Denson Pierre
STYLED BEER GLASSES
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We find the best most fun most typical exciting or local favourite restaurants etcetera in Amsterdam and bring them to you an easy way to feel like a local
Het Compagnie Theater Amsterdam 12122012
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EUROGIFTSXenonweg 9 3812 SZ Amersfoort
Tel 033 - 454 35 75 - Fax 033 - 454 35 79E-mail lmproefeurogiftsnl
Website wwweurogiftsnl
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ORDERNUMMER 6021022ARTIKELNUMMER 65123
Ware grootte (indien uitgeprint)Kleur opdruk Wit
Mulligans Irish Music BarAmsterdamrsquos best address for live Irish music Five (5) nights a week Check our agenda for upcoming sessions
Cafeacute KostverlorenCafeacute Kostverloren is a contemporary cafe offering the cosiness of a saloon an open kitchen and the intimacy of a living room During summer there is a large sunny terrace and during winter an open fi replace
VibesVibes is a relaxing cafecocktail bar art gallery with a large selection of coffees herbal teas homemade cakes and an amazing card of cocktails made with fresh fruit by a professional cocktail bartenderEnjoy our Italian kitchen in a cosy and friendly atmosphere
IncantoIncanto is a restaurant with a classic Italian kitchen Venetian chef Simone Ambrosin is known for his pure and simple style of cooking with feeling for nuance The wine list contains over 150 Italian wines
Planet RosePlanet Rose is the fi rst Caribbean restaurant in the Netherlands which specializes in Jamaican cuisine The menu features a daily changing selection of JamaicanCaribbean dishes and they ensure that you enjoy the whole expe-rience while dining with them
Cafe TisfrisCafe Tisfris is recognisable for its landmarks funky pillars and terrace Tisfris offers a friendly service and is a great pit stop for ldquoyummyrdquo refreshments
Cafe restaurant EdelCafe restaurant Edel is the perfect place for lunch dinner or to simply enjoy a drink Edel is a unique place in Amsterdam
Cafeacute OportoCafeacute Oporto is a traditional Amsterdam lsquobrown cafersquo Welcoming tourists and regular customers alike they offer televised sports wireless internet connection and a wide range of reasonably priced beers and spirits
Connoisseurs Delight Fun Drinking amp MusicTo Be Seen and Tasted
To Be Seen and Tasted
Fun Drinking amp Music
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Connoisseurs Delight
To Be Seen and Tasted
Neighbourhood cosy
Opera Prima - Patisserie Bistro TraiteurThe best place in town for lunch exquisite high teas or brunches and all of your luxury catering both private and corporate
Kinkerstraat 228 Amsterdamwwwoperaprimanl
St Antoniebreestraat 142 Amsterdamwwwtisfrisnl
Postjesweg 1 1057 DT Amsterdamwwwedelamsterdamnl
Zoutsteeg 1 1012 LX Amsterdamwwwcafeoportonethome
Amstel 100 1017 AC Amsterdamwwwmulligansnl
2e Kostverlorenkade 70 Amsterdamwwwcafekostverlorennl
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Room 2cfilm
This is the one that will make you pause James Stewart one of my top ten actors of all time plays a businessman fighting to keep his life and family together while everything is crashing down around him In steps an lsquoangelrsquo to try and convince him that life is not as bad as it seems and that other people would be a lot worse off without him Probably the highest rated film Irsquove ever reviewed and one of the most Christmas-delicious I know
Could you walk 2400 kilometres while being pursued with little more than a longing to return to your homeland and mother to keep you and your dependant companions going Would you do this twice This utterly moving film highlights the true-life Australian apartheid practices of the twentieth century and the trauma it caused to native Australians The barren landscapes provide the perfect backdrop for compelling cinema-tography and its dryness will be irrigated by your tears
By David King
By dpmotions
Itrsquos a Wonderful Life (1946)
Rabbit-Proof Fence (2002)
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lsquoFacebook in particular is responsible for exacerbating unspoken competitivenessrsquo
By Dirkje Bakker-Pierre
Trends in the food industry are moving faster than lightning and are harder and harder to keep up with When you are all geared up to create your own artsy cupcakes all of a sudden cupcakes are out and macaroons are the flavour of the day
Sweat dripping and cheeks burning with stress levels going through the roof women all around the country have been toiling night and day to create just the right pimped-up cakes (completely covered in layers of pink and red marzipan tiny silver sugar balls and rose petals made from feather-light sugar) which look like they come from one of the newly popped-up cupcake shops Facebook in particular is responsible for exacerbating unspoken competitiveness due to images being posted of better looking and prettier cakes just after you posted your own in comparison pretty sad creations forcing you back into the kitchen to try again
One day itrsquos cutting out names from layers of chocolate the next itrsquos squirting curls and swirls of rainbow colours or grating organic carrots for the rather awkward lsquohealthyrsquo version the carrot cupcake
Shops have adjusted their aisles to make way for endless shelves of specialised products in all ranges of sweetness and multicoloured cuteness shapes tools mixtures and machines It is a whole world of custom products which just keeps growing and changing and you need to keep up with it all or risk being hopelessly left behind There are pink-coloured cook books workshops websites self-help groups and neglected overweight children crying for something non-sweet for once
But then after all your attempts and when you finally think you have achieved perfection before you know it you make a complete fool of yourself by serving the wrong type of sweet and colourful titbits because a new trend has already arrived That really makes you feel like a macaroon
All Caked Out
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Winter solstice is an exciting time of year when we all start dreaming of more sun more light and more inspiration Continuing the gemstone theme I would like to draw your attention to the very lovely and sparkling sunstone also known as heliolite It is the official gemstone of the US state of Oregon which is a prime source for this beautiful gem The name heliolite is derived from the Greek lsquoheliosrsquo and lsquolithosrsquo which mean lsquosunrsquo and lsquostonersquo It was first discovered in Viking burial mounds but despite its long history is not found in abundance
Sunstone is metallic in appearance and comes in red orange or green colours However cleaner red sunstone is very rare and commands proper gemstone prices The stone is a composite of oligoclase feldspar which also contains hematite or goethite The presence of hematite or goethite gives the stone its ability to reflect light hence the name sunstone Sunstone is said to be an inspiration stone able to bestow freedom independence and happiness It also said to reduce fear alleviate stress and bring good luck in any game of chance This sparkly stone has a further use in healing and is believed to endow its wearers with enhanced self-healing powers Other properties
Shine
By Evelina Kvartunaite
ndash
lsquoDreaming of more sun more light and more inspirationrsquo
ndash
include stimulating the vegetative autonomic nervous system and enhancing the harmonious functioning of all the bodyrsquos organs It is also quite helpful in cases of exhaustion due to lack of sleep
The gemstone is used to treat chronic sore throats and relieves pain caused by stomach ulcers It has proved successful in alleviating Seasonal Affective Disorder (or SAD) and is also known for relieving cartilage problems rheumatism and general aches and pains Sunstone helps in dealing with depression and frees its wearers from feelings of discrimination and failure as well as from perceptions of an lsquoevil worldrsquo Sunstone increases a personrsquos sense of self-esteem and self-worth
Sunstone is particularly beneficial when used in sunshine or sunlight It brings abundance to a personrsquos life and transforms negative energy into positive energy
If you have any other helpful tips you would like to share please let me know at evelinakvartunaiteconsultancymarketmediacom
76health amp well-being
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lsquoBestow freedom independence and happinessrsquo
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lsquoIt has proved successful in alleviating Seasonal Affective
Disorderrsquo
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world this lsquotrickeryrsquo has moved online With todayrsquos short attention spans the potential to draw users to a website and retain them is a crucial skill which is rewarded by the revenue that can be generated based on how long a user stays on a website Link-baiting should have been foreseen since it is inevitable
Every click on a website is a revenue-generating moment in terms of advertising The amount of adverts to which you can expose an online user as they click to and through your website is the currency used to determine whether an advertising agency spends its budget on one publication over another Real journalism and insightful opinions once drove online traffic for web publications but link-baiting is now seriously derailing this approach
Most of the time the story behind the sensational link does not live up to expectations A typical example of this can be found in the online edition of the Watford Observer on Tuesday 31 July 2012 The link-bait read ldquoCameron Diaz vows to kick drug habit with help of stepdadrdquo However following the link or falling for the bait led to the underwhelming story ldquoDrug user Cameron Diaz of Broomfield Rise Abbots Langley has sworn to clean up his act with the help of his stepfatherrdquo Although the story was factually correct the intention of the publication was to trick the
One of my previous articles described how online technology publications are subverting reality by not correctly echoing the sentiments of the consuming public Part of the cause of this is that usually in a bid to counter the majority of lacklustre stories floating around they subvert reality to make it more interesting How many non-geeks really care about the advantages of modelling parallelism on serial programs with the Intelreg Advisor XE Itrsquos certainly not a typically newsworthy story
As a result an annoying phenomenon has slowly been building momentum This is now quite evident all over the internet and is destroying good journalism The phenomenon is called Link-baiting Our trustworthy source of internet knowledge describes Link-bait(ing) as anything ldquointeresting enough to catch peoplersquos attentionrdquo (httpenwikipediaorgwikiLink_bait)
Link-baiting is synonymous with the sensational cover stories used on the front of magazines to entice people walking past to pick up the magazines and delve into them As with most things from the print
No news is good news
lsquoQuite evident all over the internet and is destroying good
journalismrsquo
By Simon Owusu
technology
TechBit Sio-Bytes
78
provider in America to the tune of US$ 400 million The initial story broke on the PRWEB website and the majority of online publications regurgitated the story with no additional insights such as the implications of such a deal which real journalism would call for None of them bothered to check the sources or the credibility of the story Millions of revenue-generating clicks later the more seasoned online publications such as CNN AllThings D and CNET broke the bigger story that the press release was fake and that both Google and ICOA Wireless had denied the story In a rush to break the story the first rule of journalism was contravened lsquoAlways check your sourcesrsquo
Given the transient nature of any false news stories posted on the internet these days the story quickly disappeared from most of the offending publications and today you will be hard pressed to find any mention of this slip-up The Sentinel we like to think always brings you the truth albeit typed on an iPad Mini so donrsquot count on us to follow such faulty phenomena and trends
online user into clicking on it due to the coincidental name-sharing of the Abbots Langley Cameron Diaz with the famous American actress Every link clicked demonstrates the potential for advertisers to reach larger audiences and generate revenue for the online publications
From the same school as link-baiting comes the phenomenon of lsquofirst past the postrsquo journalism within the advertising-driven online publication world In this type of journalism emphasis is placed on being first to publish or break a news story Online publications that are first to break a news story attract a high amount of traffic (which translates into large revenues generated by advertising) since they are the only source of that particular information for a short space of time Online users have no choice but to visit that particular site if they wish to read the scoop The downside of this is that in a bid to be first to reap the advertising revenues frequently news stories are not properly checked for credibility On Monday 26 November 2012 nearly every online technology publication published the story of Google purchasing ICOA Wireless a Wi-Fi hot-spot
lsquoFrequently news stories are not properly checked for credibilityrsquo
lsquolsquoAlways check your sourcesrsquorsquo
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these people in business suits are rushing to check in their business cases Irsquom manoeuvring my 19-metre ski bag between them Strange looks and questions donrsquot surprise me anymore The looks whispers and questions Irsquove had while on trains from one place to the next or on the tram after going to the beach on my way to the indoor slope this summer On the one hand they made me feel like I was some strange creature from another planet but on the other they got me extra stoked up about what Irsquom doing
As I write this itrsquos a week after I checked in my bags and Irsquom sitting in my favourite coffee shop Cuppa Joersquos in Breckenridge Colorado Over the past five days Irsquove been getting up every morning at around 630 am and getting out at around 800am Anyone who knows me will probably raise an eyebrow at this When Irsquom working at home on my photos and stories for the White Freeski Magazine where Irsquom editor-in-chief or on freelance assignments my daily rhythm is completely the opposite But I guess thatrsquos the nice thing about jetlag
Itrsquos hard to describe the feeling of finally getting back
You know that feeling of bubbly excitement you get when you are getting ready to go and do something yoursquove been anticipating for a long long time It might be finally nailing that presentation to finish up university cooking a great dinner for friends or excitement about meeting up with someone
Getting my bags out from the basement after they had been collecting dust for the past eight months prompted those feelings to rush through my veins once again Even though I donrsquot mind being home going to the beach and rehabbing my knee and visiting friends in different countries over the summer all this has taken place in the city and Irsquove been missing the mountains terribly As Irsquom getting my bags out it makes me realise that it really is almost time for me to click into my skis again and breathe in the fresh mountain air
After packing it was finally time to get on my flight to Denver Colorado on Monday morning While all
white outBubbles of Excitement
By Ananda van Welij
Just another girl from a country without mountains addicted to snow
lsquoGo and do something yoursquove been anticipating for a long long timersquo
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have ahead of me this winter Looking forward again instead of being bummed I try to focus on the bright side like I did while I was stuck at home rehabbing and walking on crutches Trying to be inspired by what I see around me and what others do and have instead of being frustrated by it
It makes me wonder about just working and meeting up with friends at home I know I have a privileged life as Irsquom sitting here but isnrsquot this something we all experience in our daily lives It can be hard to sit down let go of the frustration sadness and problems and look forward Itrsquos not always possible to do it overnight but I think that just trying makes you feel better and in the end it allows you to bubble with excitement again no matter if itrsquos for a day of skiing or for finishing that project
My new mission for this season is to stay positive and draw inspiration from the people and things around me Irsquoll let you know how Irsquom doing in three weeksrsquo time
onto my skis after being out for eight months due to a torn MCL Cruising down the hill feeling and hearing the snow crunch under my feet It might sound strange to you but to me itrsquos a special sort of magic I guess it has something to do with the dopamine your body makes while having a great rush of excitement Although Irsquom pretty tired right now and taking a day off from skiing just walking outside and knowing that I can go up the hill any moment I like makes me feel better
Being so excited to be back on the snow after an injury also has a downside It comes in the form of having to hold myself back Since my injury I havenrsquot been jumping or doing any crazy tricks Itrsquos hard seeing all my friends jump and having fun in the park knowing I really shouldnrsquot do any of that stuff yet My mind is screaming ldquoYou can do that toordquo But Irsquom scared of a repeat injury brought on by pushing myself too hard too fast I have to force myself to sit down talk to my friends and listen to their stories of having fun while being genuinely happy for them To enjoy the sun instead of freaking myself out eat some good food have a good laugh and think of all the fun trips I
lsquoExtra stoked up about what Irsquom doingrsquo
lsquoTo me itrsquos a special sort of magicrsquo
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We have reached the point of the season when the outstanding manager of the first half has his team profiled and receives a pat on the back An overall lead at Xmas more often than not means that the team has peaked during the first half of the season before going on to show signs of weakness This season unusually we have a manager who has led strongly from the very early weeks but who still has a full supply of substitutes in reserve This bodes ill for the other managers as even though he has been professionally hunted down to the point that his lead is now meagre (or even gone by the time this is published) Steven Fockema still holds all the aces given that his reserves remain intact while the chasersrsquo have been used up to varying degrees
Daft3Punks
GK Tim Krul (newcastle United) 25m ndash Out injured from the beginning of September until the end of November No proper form assessment possible so far this season and his team are in apparent gradual creep towards the relegation zone Rating 825
deF Jose enrique (Liverpool) 35m ndash At a work-in-progress team Now playing regularly as a midfielder and showing positive form Rating 85
deF daniel Agger (Liverpool) 4m ndash Still more bluster and posing than glory Rating 825
deF Winston Reid (West Ham) 1m ndash Doing New Zealand proud in the Premier League at his price West Ham may not secure a greater number of clean sheets in the second half of the season however Rating 80
deF Jan Vertonghen (Tottenham Hotspur) 45m ndash Handsome driving Belgian vanilla One of the stars of the season thus far Rating 90
mId Gareth Bale (Tottenham Hotspur) 55m ndash The most impressive individual player in the current Premier League Rating 915
mId michu (Swansea city) 2m ndash Incredible value at his price A natural goal-scorer extraordinaire who also gets around and shows versatility Rating 90
mId Yaya Toure (manchester city) 45m ndash Nowhere close to his form of the previous season even if that can change in the second half of this one Rating 850
FWd Fabio Borini (Liverpool) 3m ndash Tipped here to eventually do well but long-term injury befell him just at the time he was settling into his new team and system Rating 80
FWd olivier Giroud (Arsenal) 45m ndash Has been nudging levels above average of late Rating 850
FWd Papiss cisse (newcastle United) 5m ndash Another player showing an astonishing fall from the excellence of the final third of the previous season Newcastle United appear to need re-styling quickly Rating 825
overall rating 9340 (max 100)
The New Year will only bring fireworks given the keen match-up between FFG-CL managers
By Denson Pierre
The Gold Room
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CZECH REPUBLIC - STUNNINGLY DIFFERENT
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By Maureen Bancroft
My recent trip to India was both a journey of discovery and renewal to a place that has been in my imagination ever since childhood I was born and grew up on the island of Trinidad West Indies in a place named Delhi Road Fyzabad The name was given to this small town by Indians (Faizabad Uttar Pradesh) who were transported there by the British as indentured slaves They were sent out to work on sugar cane plantations following the abolition of African slavery and mainly settled in central and southern Trinidad My childhood was enriched by Indian culture religions and food Anglo-Indian friends who have since visited Trinidad commented on how Indian traditions and cultures have survived making this small island in the Caribbean a vibrant mix of both India and Africa
India Tigers and
Palaces
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lsquoMy childhood was enriched by Indian culture religions and foodrsquo
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over the streets and alleys would give Health and Safety experts from the West nightmares but this also added to the mix and seemed to be a link between the old and antiquated and the new
On our second day we set off by Indian Railway to the city of Agra Travelling by Indian rail is cheap and reliable but agility and concentration is essential as the drivers will only wait at the platform for about 50 seconds We arrived in Agra also known as Akbarabad the former capital of the Mughal Empire (1526 -1658) and visited the magnificent Agra Fort the Taj Mahal and Fatehpur Sikri These three sites have all been granted UNESCO World Heritage status Unfortunately our visit to the much-anticipated Taj Mahal was a little disappointing due to smog Pollution is a problem and is made worse by the practice of farmers burning fields after the harvest Divali celebrations were also in the air and spent firecrackers added to it all The monument itself was built as a token of undying love by Emperor Shah Jahan for his beloved queen Mumtaz and is considered the jewel of Islamic art as well as one of the Seven Wonders of the World It would have been amazing to see it bathed in sunlight at sunrise and sunset when the marble takes on different hues because of its translucence It is truly a magnificent building Agra fort is very impressive and is sometimes referred to as the lsquowalled cityrsquo due to its size There are a number of impressive buildings to explore
The following day we left Agra to visit the ancient sandstone city of Fatehpur Sikri We travelled there by
India has therefore always been on my list of places to visit so it seemed like a good start to my post-retirement travels An advert in one of the daily British newspapers for a trip to Delhi called Indiarsquos Tigers and Palaces caught my imagination The trip included visits to Delhi Agra and Jaipur as well as Ranthambore National Park to see tigers I was keen to travel with a guided tour company as both my husband and I were first-timers We arrived at Delhi airport and were greeted by our Indian guide at the start of eleven wonderful days
Nothing can prepare the novice visitor for the array of humans (rich poor destitute) animals traffic noise colours and smells Delhi is an international metropolis and one of the oldest existing cities in the world It is said to consist of seven successive cities with the British-built New Delhi making it eight New Delhi was built to be the capital of the British Empirersquos most prized possession India It is an impressive city with tree-lined boulevards along the Rajpath stretching from India Gate a war memorial reminiscent of Parisrsquo Arc de Triomphe to the Presidential Palace The tallest monument Quitb Minar is an architectural marvel of ancient India It is one of the tallest minarets in the world Our visit to old Delhi also included a visit to the Jama Masjid mosque which can accommodate 20000 worshippers at a time The highlight of the day was a ride on a rickshaw through the narrow alleys observing the vendors with their wonderful array of leafy vegetables fresh fruit and colourful spices The bundles of live electric wires that hang precariously
ndash
lsquoNothing can prepare the novice visitor for the array of humans (rich poor destitute) animals
traffic noise colours and smellsrsquo
ndash
ndash
lsquoA link between the old and antiquated and the newrsquo
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by Maharaja Sawai Singh II in 1727 Its buildings are striking and sites include the magnificent Amber Fort the Palace of the Winds and a fascinating observatory consisting of 14 geometric structures designed to record astronomical measurements Our final day was spent in the historic city of Patan Mahal which was founded in the 12th century It occupies a strategic defensive position nestled in a valley surrounded by three hills We stayed at the impressive Patan Mahal Palace which represents traditional Rajasthani architecture The Palace is situated on a hillside with terrific views We were transferred by camels through the village accompanied by a local brass band All the local children were amused at the site of British holiday makers indulging in a bit of nostalgia maybe regretting the days of Empire a little I particularly enjoyed seeing the children playing cricket which also reminded me of the British legacy The villagers are very poor but there is hope that with the growth of the Indian economy the quality of their lives will improve A walk through the village was interesting as we stumbled across small industries such as pottery and jewellery making
We were entertained on our final night with traditional dancing and wonderful food Sadly our tour had come to an end and all that now remain are dreams and the desire to return soon The vibrant colours of the women in their saris delicious food walking through a village tiger spotting and amazing palaces will forever live on in my memory
air-conditioned coach Indian roads and Indian driving is not for the faint hearted Cows bicycles tractors and pedestrians pass on any side they can and the rule of the road seems to be simply get from here to there by the shortest route Each individual driver seems to have their own interpretation of how to negotiate dual carriageways and roundabouts Sacred cows and all other animals have right of way and the loudest horn takes precedence Our next stop was Fatehpur Sikri an ancient sandstone city built by Mogul Emperor Akbar in the 16th century as Indiarsquos political capital It was abandoned only 15 years after construction when the capital was relocated back to Agra leaving Fatehpur Sikri preserved as a medieval fortress of red sandstone The intricate architecture including Islamic Hindu and Christian symbols is breathtaking
Our next rail journey was to Sawai Madhopur lodge This accommodation had the wow factor since it had previously belonged to a Maharaja The lodge was the perfect setting for the most exciting two days of our trip the visit to Ranthambore National Park I didnrsquot believe that I would actually see tigers as animals in the wild can be unpredictable I was humbled and amazed when we first spotted a female tiger with her two cubs This majestic and beautiful beast has starred in television documentaries and it was a privilege to see her in her natural habitat The park covers 159 hectares and is home to more than 300 species of birds as well as monkeys and deer
On the eighth day we travelled to Jaipur or lsquothe pink cityrsquo It is the capital of Rajasthan and was founded
ndash
lsquoThe jewel of Islamic art as well as one of the Seven Wonders of the World lsquo
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lsquoSacred cows and all other animals have right of way and the loudest horn takes
precedencelsquo
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lsquoThere is hope that with the growth of the Indian economy the quality of their lives will
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Wintry Wonders
ndashlsquoThe sturdy weather-defying people we arersquo
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Wintry Wonders
By Sam van Dam
In recent years Amsterdam has been blessed or cursed depending on your point of view by regular snowfall in the winter to spring period It still feels like a bit of a novelty given that we usually experience a grey rainy mess around Christmas time instead of a white blanket With snow becoming a regular but still novel visitor to our beloved city and country our reactions to it cover the full range of emotions from childlike joy that makes us look up into the sky with our tongue sticking out to catch some of the little fluffy flakes followed by a frantic run to the attic to find those old ice-skates among all the rubble to angry fist-shaking at the heavens followed by a desperate soul-crushing ldquoNoooooordquo usually from those who own a car and have to start their day with some hand-numbing ice removal from the frozen windows of their vehicles not to mention the inevitable traffic jams
ndashlsquoNegotiate your steel horse through piles of ice and snow covering every surfacersquo
perspectives21
ndashlsquoAn iced-over surface is the natural enemy of anything moving across itrsquo
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clouds Going by the sheer number of mangled locals hauled off to hospital emergency rooms each January it often seems like we forget everything wersquove learned in previous winters or we simply enjoy kissing the cold asphalt while the bike chain wraps itself around our cold stiffened necks No other explanation makes sense The safest advice is to stay inside until the worst is over but since most of us need to go out and make a living or at least visit the shops to stock up on hot chocolate and whipped cream for those long dark evenings by the fireplace hibernation is sadly not an option Luckily the periods of time when we have to deal with ice and snow are usually short lived and there is always the alternative of the public transport system for those who donrsquot dare to confront the frozen world wheel-on And of course there is one thing that unites all of us in a feverish winter dream and makes us forget all the downsides of the cold season the thought that we might be able to ice-skate on the canals rivers and waterways of our lovely little country There is a magic word that we only dare to whisper for fear that once itrsquos spoken out loud the temperature will rise instantly so Irsquom going to write it in tiny letters only Elfstedentocht (Eleven city tour) This ice-skating race of over 200 kilometres through the beautiful frozen Frisian landscape is the pinnacle of winter wonderland fun for the entire family We were last able to enjoy this mysterious and elusive pleasure in 1997 so wish us luck and hopefully this season we can live the dream again May the winter gods be with us
Being the sturdy weather-defying people we are it does not bother us much to hop on our bikes and face the white landscape But there are a few things to consider before throwing yourself into a winter storm trying to negotiate your steel horse through piles of ice and snow covering every surface Make sure to dress properly ndash itrsquos best to wear several layers of clothing which allows the air trapped in between to warm up and keep you comfortable The outer layer should really be waterproof as snow can become rain in an instant here and you donrsquot want to be stuck in a woollen jacket that will freeze solid and cover you with an icy crust when the wind turns in your direction A nice thick hat and gloves are mandatory the head being the area of your body from which most heat exits and you donrsquot want to let that happen Keep it under wraps to ensure proper brain activity and intact ears even if yoursquore caught out in one of those mini-blizzards that can just pop up out of nowhere Once yoursquore all bundled up and ready for the ride there is of course the small issue of the streets being completely covered in icy sludge the kind that has created wrinkles of despair and fear across the foreheads of generations of Dutch men and women An iced-over surface is the natural enemy of anything moving across it and especially those with only two wheels which have a natural tendency to fall over when not held in check by the trained thighs of a road warrior It is highly advisable to ride slowly and carefully keeping an eye on the road ahead of you for frozen patches These can usually be easily identified by the number of falling bodies and crashing bikes of those who seem to think that gravity is suspended once the fluffy stuff starts drifting down from the
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ndashlsquoWrite it in tiny letters only Elfstedentocht (Eleven city tour)rsquo
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A Russian bears a Chinese panda
Moscow
Once a year I take a foreign holiday and every time I want it to be something special In order to experience the gorgeous Chinese culture and to faint at the sight of enormous skyscrapers in November 2012 I departed Moscow for Hong Kong I wanted my trip to include cultural aspects be affordable and bring something new into my life Looking back I am happy to say that my holiday completely satisfied all these criteria
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By Tatiana Igumensheva
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lsquoA casino which is often the only purpose for visiting Macau especially for people from mainland China and
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Macau
Having landed in Honk Kong I took a ferry to Macau which is not as large as its nickname the lsquoAsian Las Vegasrsquo suggests It took me just a day to complete my sightseeing and another to buy souvenirs The only place I omitted from my explorations was a casino which is often the only purpose for visiting Macau especially for people from mainland China and Hong Kong Temples natas (exquisite tarts) Portuguese architecture from the 19th century alongside huge skyscrapers this is the Macau I will remember It is very clean and most museums and temples do not charge for admission I enjoyed the Mandarinrsquos House most of all ndash a great example of home and everyday life habits Jesuit temples are gorgeous as well as the fortress with its lighthouse and of course Macaursquos most famous landmark the ruins of St Paulrsquos cathedral
Macau is a former Portuguese colony and if this one is anything to go by this is something the Portuguese were great at The old city centre has the atmosphere of a small tranquil town ndash very safe and friendly ndash which is exactly what it is both Macau and Hong Kong are probably the two safest places in the world The only thing that was a constant worry was the fact that Macau (and Hong Kong) has no open spaces at all The roads just keep going up and down up and downhellip
Good cardio exercise though I went through it for two days in Macau and then continued my hiking in Hong Kong
Hong Kong
Signs of British colonialism in Hong Kong are noticeable by their absence It was all destroyed in order to make use of every square metre An absence of land has made Hong Kong a temple to skyscrapers and the Chinese appear to have mastered this art perfectly
The first place to see is surely The Peak however Even if you are hysterically afraid of heights you simply must go there This is one view you will never forget Visit it at least twice ndash in the afternoon and in the evening ndash and you will see two different cities below Then take a walk through the central area The way the buildings almost literally scrape the sky excites me every time I look up ndash itlsquos amazing By the way despite being such a technological nation the local Chinese care about the environment in all aspects of their lives They are fond of trees even in a small city-centre park so they can take a little rest on their way to work and they really seem to care about nature There are huge penalties for littering smoking in prohibited areas and great attention to recycling Hong Kong is a city that cares ndash thatrsquos my first impression
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Another thought I had about all of this progress around me is that being such a progressive society the local Chinese never stopped to become fundamentally religious There are many temples and statues so many religions live together in this peaceful place That was a completely new lifestyle experience for me skyscrapers happily standing alongside all sorts of religious buildings Maybe thatrsquos what freedom of faith is all about
If you manage to get there try to visit all the places described in the tourist guidebooks They are really worth seeing Hong Kong residents spend their weekends visiting these places themselves Ocean Park Big Buddha Mid-levels the Avenue of Stars Hong Kong Park the Botanical and Zoological Gardenshellip I enjoyed all of them greatly
However what struck me the most was the people Forever smiling kind and always helpful Talking to them was a pleasure And some of them cook such delicious dishes that I was ready to eat the plate By the way do not forget that Hong Kong is the capital of international cuisine ndash so try everything Except for Borsch (some restaurants offer it) with which I still believe it is better to get acquainted in Russia or Ukraine All sorts of noodles rice and dumplings are
available here I tried Vietnamese Indian and Hong Kong cuisine and I cannot say which I like morehellip So Hong Kong is a wonderful opportunity to try everything
One last bit of advice if you can afford it take a hotel room with harbour view which will pay you back with interest My harbour-view hotel room suited me perfectly When I was tired of walking I went to my room had a glass of wine watched the lights shimmering on the other side of harbour and was completely happy
I am just reaching the end of my holiday taking a rest in my room and feeling really jealous of anyone about to visit Hong Kong for the first time You are going to enjoy so many exciting emotionshellip
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Silent nights
Winter nights are well suited to staying indoors in the warmth especially after dark Not everyone is a lowland bear however and most of us need thoughtful stimulation to keep smiling through cold nights spent away from living quarters Luckily for Amsterdammers who pay attention from time to time extremely interesting and creative happenings are staged at a price anyone can afford The idea is simple tour the lights of lsquoNew Cityrsquo Amsterdam at night spending a couple of hours on a sturdy comfortable and warm (enclosed) historical craft The city falls silent as soon as you leave the pier and the transformation is complete when the city becomes simply unrecognisable with its flat lines interrupted by a few high-rising buildings shimmering back at you Some things in Amsterdam remain refreshingly surprising even to its well-cured darlings Not much beats having couple glasses of wine while splashing across the IJsselmeer and struggling to figure out which section of the city you are gazing upon through the silence of an icy night
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By Denson Pierre
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The Sentinel took up the enthusiastic invitation from the people of the annually occurring Dutch-Lithuanian art event on December 1 The Dutch aspect of the event day and night together with the displayed art was not particularly significant in this case however given that it was one of the more complete cultural cuisine musical and heartily drinking events that the recent European Union arrivalrsquos creative set could conjure with the help of their foreign desk and local culture funds A well produced and expansive programme could be sampled and lightning insight garnered into the culture and artistic impressions of a pearl of Baltic civilisation Vilnius met Amsterdam It just may be time for this e-zine to delve even deeper into Lithuania
See wwwltartnl
Iron Wolves
By Denson Pierre
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MechelenAuthentic and full of surprises Thatrsquos Mechelen Hospitable and honourable Thatrsquos the people of Mechelen Come and experience the cityrsquos urban charms for yourself Mechelen
Authentic and full of surprises Thatrsquos Mechelen Hospitable and honourable Thatrsquos the people of Mechelen Come and experience the cityrsquos urban charms for yourself
photography copy Layla Aerts
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CafeacuteBar Review Batavia 1920
lsquoClassic bar art embraces you as you enterrsquo
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Batavia 1920Prins Hendrikkade 85 1012 AE Amsterdam
It is always handy to know of a wholesome cafeacutebar that ticks all the boxes even if it happens to be located at the busiest point of the old city (obliquely opposite Central Station) Over the course of the different seasons I managed to assess this fine establishment which serves as another reminder of what good honest bars are all about There is still quality available in Amsterdam
AmbianceThoughtful solid furniture easy lighting and classic bar art embraces you as you enter With a chess club professional dart board regular parties and borrels the vibe ranges daily from mellow to vibrant Rating 5
StaffregularsOn my most recent visit I had the pleasure of Elizabeth and Jamie leading the service but staff members are always experienced service is quick and drinks are de-livered with fresh smiles whoever happens to be work-ing The regulars are plentiful and the bar emanates the energy of a good professional lsquoIrishrsquo bar attracting an eclectic international mix to this super-central location It is a perfect meeting point for friends from any cardi-nal direction with the national transportation hub being literally just across the road Rating 5
Televised sportAmple flat screens and channels Rating 4
PricesIn general the prices are standard Central Amsterdam levels which is sadly typical of grand cafeacutes in this post-code area What works in Bataviarsquos favour is that it has an above-average selection of lsquoBelgian beautiesrsquo (beer) on offer Given the advised dosage having two or three should not leave you broke or broken The kitchen also has quite a strong reputation for above-average pub fare The Sunday roast dinner is especially popular and keeps folk who like that sort of thing coming back as often as they can afford it Rating 3
MusicGenuinely diverse popular and world music from a crisp-sounding digital sound system and staff members seem to have cool taste in music Rating 5
Smoking area provisionThere is a large smoking room on the lower level Sim-ple and ingenious air-conditioning allows you to spend your full upstairs session there without the sense of be-ing fumigated If you were not told about the smoking area below you would not know there was one Rating 5
Total rating 2730(Ratings from 1-5 where 1 = Very poor and 5 = Excel-lent)
By Denson Pierre
lsquoA perfect meeting point for friends from any cardinal directionrsquo
cafebar review6
1
lsquoIt has an above-average selection of lsquoBelgian beautiesrsquorsquo
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lsquoStaff members seem to have cool taste in musicrsquo
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star beer guide
The SentinelStar beer guide
lsquoFind the better bars serving it at the right price in the New Yearrsquo
Clever marketing and an effective pricing campaign has led to this A-class standard-bearing blonde becoming one of the most easily found lsquorealrsquo beers in Amsterdam cafeacutes and bars With its distinctive charisma and fresh fruity taste it sits just on the edge in terms of strength and only the brave and seasoned can be found using it as a session beer Prices across Amsterdam for the same Trappist-glass measure can range dramatically from euro 250 to euro 425 per glass so there is fun to be had trying to find the better bars serving it at the right price in the New Year Your search will be rewarded by this cool classic
Grimbergen Blonde is brewed by Alken-Maes Alken Belgium
By Denson Pierre
GRIMBERGEN BLONDE (67 ABV)
67star beer guide
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BRING BACK
A substantial amount of the culture on mainland Europe revolves around platinum-standard beer of various descriptions and fl avours being easily available Amsterdam is not lacking in cafeacutes bars off licences supermarkets and online outlets stocking truly great beers available either immediately or within 24 hours With the growing popularity of high-yeast and high alcohol by volume brands how these drinks are served is a cause for concern however
Led by the Belgians and French the art of designing a glass that refl ects the individual quality of the liquid experience within is among these productsrsquo most out-standing features after their fl avour and power to in-toxicate Any beer of decent repute has its own glass in which it is intended to be served This always takes the form and size of a sensible measure to ensure a taste experience at the correct temperature and allow people to enjoy the evoked sensations before fi nding them-selves suddenly and blindingly drunk What we now often fi nd in tourist-pressed Amsterdam are these lsquoreal beersrsquo being off ered and served to ignorant punters in pint (or half-litre) measures leading to people becom-ing drunk at speed and destroying the overall aesthetic of lsquobeering itrsquo with style
The Sentinel says bring back the serving of high-alco-hol-content drinks in appropriate measures and if pos-sible in the glasses especially designed for the purpose This would be desirable for all manner of reasons not least health and safety Barkeepers can be educators too and it shouldnrsquot be too diffi cult to persuade tourists (usually German British and Irish) who represent the majority of volume drinkers in the cityrsquos more desirable watering holes It is foolish greedy and uncouth to con-sume high-alcohol beverages in such volumes and not expect to end up senselessly drunk and ultimately spoil the whole experience Volume drinkers should simply be directed to the lsquopiss waterrsquo beers of which there are many to satiate their needs and leave the quality beer tours for when they have educated themselves in the culture and manner of consumption that ensures maxi-mum pleasure and above all style
By Denson Pierre
STYLED BEER GLASSES
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We find the best most fun most typical exciting or local favourite restaurants etcetera in Amsterdam and bring them to you an easy way to feel like a local
Het Compagnie Theater Amsterdam 12122012
Recommended
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EUROGIFTSXenonweg 9 3812 SZ Amersfoort
Tel 033 - 454 35 75 - Fax 033 - 454 35 79E-mail lmproefeurogiftsnl
Website wwweurogiftsnl
FILMPROEF
ORDERNUMMER 6021022ARTIKELNUMMER 65123
Ware grootte (indien uitgeprint)Kleur opdruk Wit
Mulligans Irish Music BarAmsterdamrsquos best address for live Irish music Five (5) nights a week Check our agenda for upcoming sessions
Cafeacute KostverlorenCafeacute Kostverloren is a contemporary cafe offering the cosiness of a saloon an open kitchen and the intimacy of a living room During summer there is a large sunny terrace and during winter an open fi replace
VibesVibes is a relaxing cafecocktail bar art gallery with a large selection of coffees herbal teas homemade cakes and an amazing card of cocktails made with fresh fruit by a professional cocktail bartenderEnjoy our Italian kitchen in a cosy and friendly atmosphere
IncantoIncanto is a restaurant with a classic Italian kitchen Venetian chef Simone Ambrosin is known for his pure and simple style of cooking with feeling for nuance The wine list contains over 150 Italian wines
Planet RosePlanet Rose is the fi rst Caribbean restaurant in the Netherlands which specializes in Jamaican cuisine The menu features a daily changing selection of JamaicanCaribbean dishes and they ensure that you enjoy the whole expe-rience while dining with them
Cafe TisfrisCafe Tisfris is recognisable for its landmarks funky pillars and terrace Tisfris offers a friendly service and is a great pit stop for ldquoyummyrdquo refreshments
Cafe restaurant EdelCafe restaurant Edel is the perfect place for lunch dinner or to simply enjoy a drink Edel is a unique place in Amsterdam
Cafeacute OportoCafeacute Oporto is a traditional Amsterdam lsquobrown cafersquo Welcoming tourists and regular customers alike they offer televised sports wireless internet connection and a wide range of reasonably priced beers and spirits
Connoisseurs Delight Fun Drinking amp MusicTo Be Seen and Tasted
To Be Seen and Tasted
Fun Drinking amp Music
Connoisseurs Delight
Connoisseurs Delight
To Be Seen and Tasted
Neighbourhood cosy
Opera Prima - Patisserie Bistro TraiteurThe best place in town for lunch exquisite high teas or brunches and all of your luxury catering both private and corporate
Kinkerstraat 228 Amsterdamwwwoperaprimanl
St Antoniebreestraat 142 Amsterdamwwwtisfrisnl
Postjesweg 1 1057 DT Amsterdamwwwedelamsterdamnl
Zoutsteeg 1 1012 LX Amsterdamwwwcafeoportonethome
Amstel 100 1017 AC Amsterdamwwwmulligansnl
2e Kostverlorenkade 70 Amsterdamwwwcafekostverlorennl
Jan Pieter Heijestraat 137 Amsterdamwwwwixcomvibes137vibes
Amstel 2 Amsterdamwwwrestaurant-incantonl
Nicolaas Beetsstraat 47 Amsterdamwwwplanetroseinfo
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Where is this inAmsterdam
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Room 2cfilm
This is the one that will make you pause James Stewart one of my top ten actors of all time plays a businessman fighting to keep his life and family together while everything is crashing down around him In steps an lsquoangelrsquo to try and convince him that life is not as bad as it seems and that other people would be a lot worse off without him Probably the highest rated film Irsquove ever reviewed and one of the most Christmas-delicious I know
Could you walk 2400 kilometres while being pursued with little more than a longing to return to your homeland and mother to keep you and your dependant companions going Would you do this twice This utterly moving film highlights the true-life Australian apartheid practices of the twentieth century and the trauma it caused to native Australians The barren landscapes provide the perfect backdrop for compelling cinema-tography and its dryness will be irrigated by your tears
By David King
By dpmotions
Itrsquos a Wonderful Life (1946)
Rabbit-Proof Fence (2002)
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74trends
lsquoFacebook in particular is responsible for exacerbating unspoken competitivenessrsquo
By Dirkje Bakker-Pierre
Trends in the food industry are moving faster than lightning and are harder and harder to keep up with When you are all geared up to create your own artsy cupcakes all of a sudden cupcakes are out and macaroons are the flavour of the day
Sweat dripping and cheeks burning with stress levels going through the roof women all around the country have been toiling night and day to create just the right pimped-up cakes (completely covered in layers of pink and red marzipan tiny silver sugar balls and rose petals made from feather-light sugar) which look like they come from one of the newly popped-up cupcake shops Facebook in particular is responsible for exacerbating unspoken competitiveness due to images being posted of better looking and prettier cakes just after you posted your own in comparison pretty sad creations forcing you back into the kitchen to try again
One day itrsquos cutting out names from layers of chocolate the next itrsquos squirting curls and swirls of rainbow colours or grating organic carrots for the rather awkward lsquohealthyrsquo version the carrot cupcake
Shops have adjusted their aisles to make way for endless shelves of specialised products in all ranges of sweetness and multicoloured cuteness shapes tools mixtures and machines It is a whole world of custom products which just keeps growing and changing and you need to keep up with it all or risk being hopelessly left behind There are pink-coloured cook books workshops websites self-help groups and neglected overweight children crying for something non-sweet for once
But then after all your attempts and when you finally think you have achieved perfection before you know it you make a complete fool of yourself by serving the wrong type of sweet and colourful titbits because a new trend has already arrived That really makes you feel like a macaroon
All Caked Out
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Winter solstice is an exciting time of year when we all start dreaming of more sun more light and more inspiration Continuing the gemstone theme I would like to draw your attention to the very lovely and sparkling sunstone also known as heliolite It is the official gemstone of the US state of Oregon which is a prime source for this beautiful gem The name heliolite is derived from the Greek lsquoheliosrsquo and lsquolithosrsquo which mean lsquosunrsquo and lsquostonersquo It was first discovered in Viking burial mounds but despite its long history is not found in abundance
Sunstone is metallic in appearance and comes in red orange or green colours However cleaner red sunstone is very rare and commands proper gemstone prices The stone is a composite of oligoclase feldspar which also contains hematite or goethite The presence of hematite or goethite gives the stone its ability to reflect light hence the name sunstone Sunstone is said to be an inspiration stone able to bestow freedom independence and happiness It also said to reduce fear alleviate stress and bring good luck in any game of chance This sparkly stone has a further use in healing and is believed to endow its wearers with enhanced self-healing powers Other properties
Shine
By Evelina Kvartunaite
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lsquoDreaming of more sun more light and more inspirationrsquo
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include stimulating the vegetative autonomic nervous system and enhancing the harmonious functioning of all the bodyrsquos organs It is also quite helpful in cases of exhaustion due to lack of sleep
The gemstone is used to treat chronic sore throats and relieves pain caused by stomach ulcers It has proved successful in alleviating Seasonal Affective Disorder (or SAD) and is also known for relieving cartilage problems rheumatism and general aches and pains Sunstone helps in dealing with depression and frees its wearers from feelings of discrimination and failure as well as from perceptions of an lsquoevil worldrsquo Sunstone increases a personrsquos sense of self-esteem and self-worth
Sunstone is particularly beneficial when used in sunshine or sunlight It brings abundance to a personrsquos life and transforms negative energy into positive energy
If you have any other helpful tips you would like to share please let me know at evelinakvartunaiteconsultancymarketmediacom
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lsquoBestow freedom independence and happinessrsquo
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lsquoIt has proved successful in alleviating Seasonal Affective
Disorderrsquo
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world this lsquotrickeryrsquo has moved online With todayrsquos short attention spans the potential to draw users to a website and retain them is a crucial skill which is rewarded by the revenue that can be generated based on how long a user stays on a website Link-baiting should have been foreseen since it is inevitable
Every click on a website is a revenue-generating moment in terms of advertising The amount of adverts to which you can expose an online user as they click to and through your website is the currency used to determine whether an advertising agency spends its budget on one publication over another Real journalism and insightful opinions once drove online traffic for web publications but link-baiting is now seriously derailing this approach
Most of the time the story behind the sensational link does not live up to expectations A typical example of this can be found in the online edition of the Watford Observer on Tuesday 31 July 2012 The link-bait read ldquoCameron Diaz vows to kick drug habit with help of stepdadrdquo However following the link or falling for the bait led to the underwhelming story ldquoDrug user Cameron Diaz of Broomfield Rise Abbots Langley has sworn to clean up his act with the help of his stepfatherrdquo Although the story was factually correct the intention of the publication was to trick the
One of my previous articles described how online technology publications are subverting reality by not correctly echoing the sentiments of the consuming public Part of the cause of this is that usually in a bid to counter the majority of lacklustre stories floating around they subvert reality to make it more interesting How many non-geeks really care about the advantages of modelling parallelism on serial programs with the Intelreg Advisor XE Itrsquos certainly not a typically newsworthy story
As a result an annoying phenomenon has slowly been building momentum This is now quite evident all over the internet and is destroying good journalism The phenomenon is called Link-baiting Our trustworthy source of internet knowledge describes Link-bait(ing) as anything ldquointeresting enough to catch peoplersquos attentionrdquo (httpenwikipediaorgwikiLink_bait)
Link-baiting is synonymous with the sensational cover stories used on the front of magazines to entice people walking past to pick up the magazines and delve into them As with most things from the print
No news is good news
lsquoQuite evident all over the internet and is destroying good
journalismrsquo
By Simon Owusu
technology
TechBit Sio-Bytes
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provider in America to the tune of US$ 400 million The initial story broke on the PRWEB website and the majority of online publications regurgitated the story with no additional insights such as the implications of such a deal which real journalism would call for None of them bothered to check the sources or the credibility of the story Millions of revenue-generating clicks later the more seasoned online publications such as CNN AllThings D and CNET broke the bigger story that the press release was fake and that both Google and ICOA Wireless had denied the story In a rush to break the story the first rule of journalism was contravened lsquoAlways check your sourcesrsquo
Given the transient nature of any false news stories posted on the internet these days the story quickly disappeared from most of the offending publications and today you will be hard pressed to find any mention of this slip-up The Sentinel we like to think always brings you the truth albeit typed on an iPad Mini so donrsquot count on us to follow such faulty phenomena and trends
online user into clicking on it due to the coincidental name-sharing of the Abbots Langley Cameron Diaz with the famous American actress Every link clicked demonstrates the potential for advertisers to reach larger audiences and generate revenue for the online publications
From the same school as link-baiting comes the phenomenon of lsquofirst past the postrsquo journalism within the advertising-driven online publication world In this type of journalism emphasis is placed on being first to publish or break a news story Online publications that are first to break a news story attract a high amount of traffic (which translates into large revenues generated by advertising) since they are the only source of that particular information for a short space of time Online users have no choice but to visit that particular site if they wish to read the scoop The downside of this is that in a bid to be first to reap the advertising revenues frequently news stories are not properly checked for credibility On Monday 26 November 2012 nearly every online technology publication published the story of Google purchasing ICOA Wireless a Wi-Fi hot-spot
lsquoFrequently news stories are not properly checked for credibilityrsquo
lsquolsquoAlways check your sourcesrsquorsquo
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these people in business suits are rushing to check in their business cases Irsquom manoeuvring my 19-metre ski bag between them Strange looks and questions donrsquot surprise me anymore The looks whispers and questions Irsquove had while on trains from one place to the next or on the tram after going to the beach on my way to the indoor slope this summer On the one hand they made me feel like I was some strange creature from another planet but on the other they got me extra stoked up about what Irsquom doing
As I write this itrsquos a week after I checked in my bags and Irsquom sitting in my favourite coffee shop Cuppa Joersquos in Breckenridge Colorado Over the past five days Irsquove been getting up every morning at around 630 am and getting out at around 800am Anyone who knows me will probably raise an eyebrow at this When Irsquom working at home on my photos and stories for the White Freeski Magazine where Irsquom editor-in-chief or on freelance assignments my daily rhythm is completely the opposite But I guess thatrsquos the nice thing about jetlag
Itrsquos hard to describe the feeling of finally getting back
You know that feeling of bubbly excitement you get when you are getting ready to go and do something yoursquove been anticipating for a long long time It might be finally nailing that presentation to finish up university cooking a great dinner for friends or excitement about meeting up with someone
Getting my bags out from the basement after they had been collecting dust for the past eight months prompted those feelings to rush through my veins once again Even though I donrsquot mind being home going to the beach and rehabbing my knee and visiting friends in different countries over the summer all this has taken place in the city and Irsquove been missing the mountains terribly As Irsquom getting my bags out it makes me realise that it really is almost time for me to click into my skis again and breathe in the fresh mountain air
After packing it was finally time to get on my flight to Denver Colorado on Monday morning While all
white outBubbles of Excitement
By Ananda van Welij
Just another girl from a country without mountains addicted to snow
lsquoGo and do something yoursquove been anticipating for a long long timersquo
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have ahead of me this winter Looking forward again instead of being bummed I try to focus on the bright side like I did while I was stuck at home rehabbing and walking on crutches Trying to be inspired by what I see around me and what others do and have instead of being frustrated by it
It makes me wonder about just working and meeting up with friends at home I know I have a privileged life as Irsquom sitting here but isnrsquot this something we all experience in our daily lives It can be hard to sit down let go of the frustration sadness and problems and look forward Itrsquos not always possible to do it overnight but I think that just trying makes you feel better and in the end it allows you to bubble with excitement again no matter if itrsquos for a day of skiing or for finishing that project
My new mission for this season is to stay positive and draw inspiration from the people and things around me Irsquoll let you know how Irsquom doing in three weeksrsquo time
onto my skis after being out for eight months due to a torn MCL Cruising down the hill feeling and hearing the snow crunch under my feet It might sound strange to you but to me itrsquos a special sort of magic I guess it has something to do with the dopamine your body makes while having a great rush of excitement Although Irsquom pretty tired right now and taking a day off from skiing just walking outside and knowing that I can go up the hill any moment I like makes me feel better
Being so excited to be back on the snow after an injury also has a downside It comes in the form of having to hold myself back Since my injury I havenrsquot been jumping or doing any crazy tricks Itrsquos hard seeing all my friends jump and having fun in the park knowing I really shouldnrsquot do any of that stuff yet My mind is screaming ldquoYou can do that toordquo But Irsquom scared of a repeat injury brought on by pushing myself too hard too fast I have to force myself to sit down talk to my friends and listen to their stories of having fun while being genuinely happy for them To enjoy the sun instead of freaking myself out eat some good food have a good laugh and think of all the fun trips I
lsquoExtra stoked up about what Irsquom doingrsquo
lsquoTo me itrsquos a special sort of magicrsquo
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We have reached the point of the season when the outstanding manager of the first half has his team profiled and receives a pat on the back An overall lead at Xmas more often than not means that the team has peaked during the first half of the season before going on to show signs of weakness This season unusually we have a manager who has led strongly from the very early weeks but who still has a full supply of substitutes in reserve This bodes ill for the other managers as even though he has been professionally hunted down to the point that his lead is now meagre (or even gone by the time this is published) Steven Fockema still holds all the aces given that his reserves remain intact while the chasersrsquo have been used up to varying degrees
Daft3Punks
GK Tim Krul (newcastle United) 25m ndash Out injured from the beginning of September until the end of November No proper form assessment possible so far this season and his team are in apparent gradual creep towards the relegation zone Rating 825
deF Jose enrique (Liverpool) 35m ndash At a work-in-progress team Now playing regularly as a midfielder and showing positive form Rating 85
deF daniel Agger (Liverpool) 4m ndash Still more bluster and posing than glory Rating 825
deF Winston Reid (West Ham) 1m ndash Doing New Zealand proud in the Premier League at his price West Ham may not secure a greater number of clean sheets in the second half of the season however Rating 80
deF Jan Vertonghen (Tottenham Hotspur) 45m ndash Handsome driving Belgian vanilla One of the stars of the season thus far Rating 90
mId Gareth Bale (Tottenham Hotspur) 55m ndash The most impressive individual player in the current Premier League Rating 915
mId michu (Swansea city) 2m ndash Incredible value at his price A natural goal-scorer extraordinaire who also gets around and shows versatility Rating 90
mId Yaya Toure (manchester city) 45m ndash Nowhere close to his form of the previous season even if that can change in the second half of this one Rating 850
FWd Fabio Borini (Liverpool) 3m ndash Tipped here to eventually do well but long-term injury befell him just at the time he was settling into his new team and system Rating 80
FWd olivier Giroud (Arsenal) 45m ndash Has been nudging levels above average of late Rating 850
FWd Papiss cisse (newcastle United) 5m ndash Another player showing an astonishing fall from the excellence of the final third of the previous season Newcastle United appear to need re-styling quickly Rating 825
overall rating 9340 (max 100)
The New Year will only bring fireworks given the keen match-up between FFG-CL managers
By Denson Pierre
The Gold Room
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over the streets and alleys would give Health and Safety experts from the West nightmares but this also added to the mix and seemed to be a link between the old and antiquated and the new
On our second day we set off by Indian Railway to the city of Agra Travelling by Indian rail is cheap and reliable but agility and concentration is essential as the drivers will only wait at the platform for about 50 seconds We arrived in Agra also known as Akbarabad the former capital of the Mughal Empire (1526 -1658) and visited the magnificent Agra Fort the Taj Mahal and Fatehpur Sikri These three sites have all been granted UNESCO World Heritage status Unfortunately our visit to the much-anticipated Taj Mahal was a little disappointing due to smog Pollution is a problem and is made worse by the practice of farmers burning fields after the harvest Divali celebrations were also in the air and spent firecrackers added to it all The monument itself was built as a token of undying love by Emperor Shah Jahan for his beloved queen Mumtaz and is considered the jewel of Islamic art as well as one of the Seven Wonders of the World It would have been amazing to see it bathed in sunlight at sunrise and sunset when the marble takes on different hues because of its translucence It is truly a magnificent building Agra fort is very impressive and is sometimes referred to as the lsquowalled cityrsquo due to its size There are a number of impressive buildings to explore
The following day we left Agra to visit the ancient sandstone city of Fatehpur Sikri We travelled there by
India has therefore always been on my list of places to visit so it seemed like a good start to my post-retirement travels An advert in one of the daily British newspapers for a trip to Delhi called Indiarsquos Tigers and Palaces caught my imagination The trip included visits to Delhi Agra and Jaipur as well as Ranthambore National Park to see tigers I was keen to travel with a guided tour company as both my husband and I were first-timers We arrived at Delhi airport and were greeted by our Indian guide at the start of eleven wonderful days
Nothing can prepare the novice visitor for the array of humans (rich poor destitute) animals traffic noise colours and smells Delhi is an international metropolis and one of the oldest existing cities in the world It is said to consist of seven successive cities with the British-built New Delhi making it eight New Delhi was built to be the capital of the British Empirersquos most prized possession India It is an impressive city with tree-lined boulevards along the Rajpath stretching from India Gate a war memorial reminiscent of Parisrsquo Arc de Triomphe to the Presidential Palace The tallest monument Quitb Minar is an architectural marvel of ancient India It is one of the tallest minarets in the world Our visit to old Delhi also included a visit to the Jama Masjid mosque which can accommodate 20000 worshippers at a time The highlight of the day was a ride on a rickshaw through the narrow alleys observing the vendors with their wonderful array of leafy vegetables fresh fruit and colourful spices The bundles of live electric wires that hang precariously
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traffic noise colours and smellsrsquo
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by Maharaja Sawai Singh II in 1727 Its buildings are striking and sites include the magnificent Amber Fort the Palace of the Winds and a fascinating observatory consisting of 14 geometric structures designed to record astronomical measurements Our final day was spent in the historic city of Patan Mahal which was founded in the 12th century It occupies a strategic defensive position nestled in a valley surrounded by three hills We stayed at the impressive Patan Mahal Palace which represents traditional Rajasthani architecture The Palace is situated on a hillside with terrific views We were transferred by camels through the village accompanied by a local brass band All the local children were amused at the site of British holiday makers indulging in a bit of nostalgia maybe regretting the days of Empire a little I particularly enjoyed seeing the children playing cricket which also reminded me of the British legacy The villagers are very poor but there is hope that with the growth of the Indian economy the quality of their lives will improve A walk through the village was interesting as we stumbled across small industries such as pottery and jewellery making
We were entertained on our final night with traditional dancing and wonderful food Sadly our tour had come to an end and all that now remain are dreams and the desire to return soon The vibrant colours of the women in their saris delicious food walking through a village tiger spotting and amazing palaces will forever live on in my memory
air-conditioned coach Indian roads and Indian driving is not for the faint hearted Cows bicycles tractors and pedestrians pass on any side they can and the rule of the road seems to be simply get from here to there by the shortest route Each individual driver seems to have their own interpretation of how to negotiate dual carriageways and roundabouts Sacred cows and all other animals have right of way and the loudest horn takes precedence Our next stop was Fatehpur Sikri an ancient sandstone city built by Mogul Emperor Akbar in the 16th century as Indiarsquos political capital It was abandoned only 15 years after construction when the capital was relocated back to Agra leaving Fatehpur Sikri preserved as a medieval fortress of red sandstone The intricate architecture including Islamic Hindu and Christian symbols is breathtaking
Our next rail journey was to Sawai Madhopur lodge This accommodation had the wow factor since it had previously belonged to a Maharaja The lodge was the perfect setting for the most exciting two days of our trip the visit to Ranthambore National Park I didnrsquot believe that I would actually see tigers as animals in the wild can be unpredictable I was humbled and amazed when we first spotted a female tiger with her two cubs This majestic and beautiful beast has starred in television documentaries and it was a privilege to see her in her natural habitat The park covers 159 hectares and is home to more than 300 species of birds as well as monkeys and deer
On the eighth day we travelled to Jaipur or lsquothe pink cityrsquo It is the capital of Rajasthan and was founded
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lsquoThe jewel of Islamic art as well as one of the Seven Wonders of the World lsquo
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Wintry Wonders
ndashlsquoThe sturdy weather-defying people we arersquo
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Wintry Wonders
By Sam van Dam
In recent years Amsterdam has been blessed or cursed depending on your point of view by regular snowfall in the winter to spring period It still feels like a bit of a novelty given that we usually experience a grey rainy mess around Christmas time instead of a white blanket With snow becoming a regular but still novel visitor to our beloved city and country our reactions to it cover the full range of emotions from childlike joy that makes us look up into the sky with our tongue sticking out to catch some of the little fluffy flakes followed by a frantic run to the attic to find those old ice-skates among all the rubble to angry fist-shaking at the heavens followed by a desperate soul-crushing ldquoNoooooordquo usually from those who own a car and have to start their day with some hand-numbing ice removal from the frozen windows of their vehicles not to mention the inevitable traffic jams
ndashlsquoNegotiate your steel horse through piles of ice and snow covering every surfacersquo
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ndashlsquoAn iced-over surface is the natural enemy of anything moving across itrsquo
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clouds Going by the sheer number of mangled locals hauled off to hospital emergency rooms each January it often seems like we forget everything wersquove learned in previous winters or we simply enjoy kissing the cold asphalt while the bike chain wraps itself around our cold stiffened necks No other explanation makes sense The safest advice is to stay inside until the worst is over but since most of us need to go out and make a living or at least visit the shops to stock up on hot chocolate and whipped cream for those long dark evenings by the fireplace hibernation is sadly not an option Luckily the periods of time when we have to deal with ice and snow are usually short lived and there is always the alternative of the public transport system for those who donrsquot dare to confront the frozen world wheel-on And of course there is one thing that unites all of us in a feverish winter dream and makes us forget all the downsides of the cold season the thought that we might be able to ice-skate on the canals rivers and waterways of our lovely little country There is a magic word that we only dare to whisper for fear that once itrsquos spoken out loud the temperature will rise instantly so Irsquom going to write it in tiny letters only Elfstedentocht (Eleven city tour) This ice-skating race of over 200 kilometres through the beautiful frozen Frisian landscape is the pinnacle of winter wonderland fun for the entire family We were last able to enjoy this mysterious and elusive pleasure in 1997 so wish us luck and hopefully this season we can live the dream again May the winter gods be with us
Being the sturdy weather-defying people we are it does not bother us much to hop on our bikes and face the white landscape But there are a few things to consider before throwing yourself into a winter storm trying to negotiate your steel horse through piles of ice and snow covering every surface Make sure to dress properly ndash itrsquos best to wear several layers of clothing which allows the air trapped in between to warm up and keep you comfortable The outer layer should really be waterproof as snow can become rain in an instant here and you donrsquot want to be stuck in a woollen jacket that will freeze solid and cover you with an icy crust when the wind turns in your direction A nice thick hat and gloves are mandatory the head being the area of your body from which most heat exits and you donrsquot want to let that happen Keep it under wraps to ensure proper brain activity and intact ears even if yoursquore caught out in one of those mini-blizzards that can just pop up out of nowhere Once yoursquore all bundled up and ready for the ride there is of course the small issue of the streets being completely covered in icy sludge the kind that has created wrinkles of despair and fear across the foreheads of generations of Dutch men and women An iced-over surface is the natural enemy of anything moving across it and especially those with only two wheels which have a natural tendency to fall over when not held in check by the trained thighs of a road warrior It is highly advisable to ride slowly and carefully keeping an eye on the road ahead of you for frozen patches These can usually be easily identified by the number of falling bodies and crashing bikes of those who seem to think that gravity is suspended once the fluffy stuff starts drifting down from the
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A Russian bears a Chinese panda
Moscow
Once a year I take a foreign holiday and every time I want it to be something special In order to experience the gorgeous Chinese culture and to faint at the sight of enormous skyscrapers in November 2012 I departed Moscow for Hong Kong I wanted my trip to include cultural aspects be affordable and bring something new into my life Looking back I am happy to say that my holiday completely satisfied all these criteria
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By Tatiana Igumensheva
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lsquoA casino which is often the only purpose for visiting Macau especially for people from mainland China and
Hong Kongrsquo
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Macau
Having landed in Honk Kong I took a ferry to Macau which is not as large as its nickname the lsquoAsian Las Vegasrsquo suggests It took me just a day to complete my sightseeing and another to buy souvenirs The only place I omitted from my explorations was a casino which is often the only purpose for visiting Macau especially for people from mainland China and Hong Kong Temples natas (exquisite tarts) Portuguese architecture from the 19th century alongside huge skyscrapers this is the Macau I will remember It is very clean and most museums and temples do not charge for admission I enjoyed the Mandarinrsquos House most of all ndash a great example of home and everyday life habits Jesuit temples are gorgeous as well as the fortress with its lighthouse and of course Macaursquos most famous landmark the ruins of St Paulrsquos cathedral
Macau is a former Portuguese colony and if this one is anything to go by this is something the Portuguese were great at The old city centre has the atmosphere of a small tranquil town ndash very safe and friendly ndash which is exactly what it is both Macau and Hong Kong are probably the two safest places in the world The only thing that was a constant worry was the fact that Macau (and Hong Kong) has no open spaces at all The roads just keep going up and down up and downhellip
Good cardio exercise though I went through it for two days in Macau and then continued my hiking in Hong Kong
Hong Kong
Signs of British colonialism in Hong Kong are noticeable by their absence It was all destroyed in order to make use of every square metre An absence of land has made Hong Kong a temple to skyscrapers and the Chinese appear to have mastered this art perfectly
The first place to see is surely The Peak however Even if you are hysterically afraid of heights you simply must go there This is one view you will never forget Visit it at least twice ndash in the afternoon and in the evening ndash and you will see two different cities below Then take a walk through the central area The way the buildings almost literally scrape the sky excites me every time I look up ndash itlsquos amazing By the way despite being such a technological nation the local Chinese care about the environment in all aspects of their lives They are fond of trees even in a small city-centre park so they can take a little rest on their way to work and they really seem to care about nature There are huge penalties for littering smoking in prohibited areas and great attention to recycling Hong Kong is a city that cares ndash thatrsquos my first impression
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lsquoAn absence of land has made Hong Kong a temple to skyscrapersrsquo
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Another thought I had about all of this progress around me is that being such a progressive society the local Chinese never stopped to become fundamentally religious There are many temples and statues so many religions live together in this peaceful place That was a completely new lifestyle experience for me skyscrapers happily standing alongside all sorts of religious buildings Maybe thatrsquos what freedom of faith is all about
If you manage to get there try to visit all the places described in the tourist guidebooks They are really worth seeing Hong Kong residents spend their weekends visiting these places themselves Ocean Park Big Buddha Mid-levels the Avenue of Stars Hong Kong Park the Botanical and Zoological Gardenshellip I enjoyed all of them greatly
However what struck me the most was the people Forever smiling kind and always helpful Talking to them was a pleasure And some of them cook such delicious dishes that I was ready to eat the plate By the way do not forget that Hong Kong is the capital of international cuisine ndash so try everything Except for Borsch (some restaurants offer it) with which I still believe it is better to get acquainted in Russia or Ukraine All sorts of noodles rice and dumplings are
available here I tried Vietnamese Indian and Hong Kong cuisine and I cannot say which I like morehellip So Hong Kong is a wonderful opportunity to try everything
One last bit of advice if you can afford it take a hotel room with harbour view which will pay you back with interest My harbour-view hotel room suited me perfectly When I was tired of walking I went to my room had a glass of wine watched the lights shimmering on the other side of harbour and was completely happy
I am just reaching the end of my holiday taking a rest in my room and feeling really jealous of anyone about to visit Hong Kong for the first time You are going to enjoy so many exciting emotionshellip
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lsquoThe local Chinese care about the environment in all aspects of their livesrsquo
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lsquoHong Kong is a city that caresrsquo
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lsquoHong Kong is the capital of international cuisine ndash so try everythingrsquo
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Silent nights
Winter nights are well suited to staying indoors in the warmth especially after dark Not everyone is a lowland bear however and most of us need thoughtful stimulation to keep smiling through cold nights spent away from living quarters Luckily for Amsterdammers who pay attention from time to time extremely interesting and creative happenings are staged at a price anyone can afford The idea is simple tour the lights of lsquoNew Cityrsquo Amsterdam at night spending a couple of hours on a sturdy comfortable and warm (enclosed) historical craft The city falls silent as soon as you leave the pier and the transformation is complete when the city becomes simply unrecognisable with its flat lines interrupted by a few high-rising buildings shimmering back at you Some things in Amsterdam remain refreshingly surprising even to its well-cured darlings Not much beats having couple glasses of wine while splashing across the IJsselmeer and struggling to figure out which section of the city you are gazing upon through the silence of an icy night
Watch out for repeats wwwlichtophetijnl
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By Denson Pierre
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The Sentinel took up the enthusiastic invitation from the people of the annually occurring Dutch-Lithuanian art event on December 1 The Dutch aspect of the event day and night together with the displayed art was not particularly significant in this case however given that it was one of the more complete cultural cuisine musical and heartily drinking events that the recent European Union arrivalrsquos creative set could conjure with the help of their foreign desk and local culture funds A well produced and expansive programme could be sampled and lightning insight garnered into the culture and artistic impressions of a pearl of Baltic civilisation Vilnius met Amsterdam It just may be time for this e-zine to delve even deeper into Lithuania
See wwwltartnl
Iron Wolves
By Denson Pierre
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MechelenAuthentic and full of surprises Thatrsquos Mechelen Hospitable and honourable Thatrsquos the people of Mechelen Come and experience the cityrsquos urban charms for yourself Mechelen
Authentic and full of surprises Thatrsquos Mechelen Hospitable and honourable Thatrsquos the people of Mechelen Come and experience the cityrsquos urban charms for yourself
photography copy Layla Aerts
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CafeacuteBar Review Batavia 1920
lsquoClassic bar art embraces you as you enterrsquo
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Batavia 1920Prins Hendrikkade 85 1012 AE Amsterdam
It is always handy to know of a wholesome cafeacutebar that ticks all the boxes even if it happens to be located at the busiest point of the old city (obliquely opposite Central Station) Over the course of the different seasons I managed to assess this fine establishment which serves as another reminder of what good honest bars are all about There is still quality available in Amsterdam
AmbianceThoughtful solid furniture easy lighting and classic bar art embraces you as you enter With a chess club professional dart board regular parties and borrels the vibe ranges daily from mellow to vibrant Rating 5
StaffregularsOn my most recent visit I had the pleasure of Elizabeth and Jamie leading the service but staff members are always experienced service is quick and drinks are de-livered with fresh smiles whoever happens to be work-ing The regulars are plentiful and the bar emanates the energy of a good professional lsquoIrishrsquo bar attracting an eclectic international mix to this super-central location It is a perfect meeting point for friends from any cardi-nal direction with the national transportation hub being literally just across the road Rating 5
Televised sportAmple flat screens and channels Rating 4
PricesIn general the prices are standard Central Amsterdam levels which is sadly typical of grand cafeacutes in this post-code area What works in Bataviarsquos favour is that it has an above-average selection of lsquoBelgian beautiesrsquo (beer) on offer Given the advised dosage having two or three should not leave you broke or broken The kitchen also has quite a strong reputation for above-average pub fare The Sunday roast dinner is especially popular and keeps folk who like that sort of thing coming back as often as they can afford it Rating 3
MusicGenuinely diverse popular and world music from a crisp-sounding digital sound system and staff members seem to have cool taste in music Rating 5
Smoking area provisionThere is a large smoking room on the lower level Sim-ple and ingenious air-conditioning allows you to spend your full upstairs session there without the sense of be-ing fumigated If you were not told about the smoking area below you would not know there was one Rating 5
Total rating 2730(Ratings from 1-5 where 1 = Very poor and 5 = Excel-lent)
By Denson Pierre
lsquoA perfect meeting point for friends from any cardinal directionrsquo
cafebar review6
1
lsquoIt has an above-average selection of lsquoBelgian beautiesrsquorsquo
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lsquoStaff members seem to have cool taste in musicrsquo
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For complete and world class tours of Prague
Packages includebull Hidden and playful Prague (for families with young children)bull Literary Praguebull Prague Architecture through the agesbull Religion and the citybull The old city at night
These are detailed tours designed for visitors who wish to explore with great detail and not suitable for simply sight-seeing tourists
Day segments and ratesPR 0800-1230hrs AG 1330-1630hrs UE 1730-2130hrsAll sessions are priced at u 25 per single adult Group size upper limit = 8 Accompanied children under the age of five are gratis and school aged children pay 25 Family package rates are negotiable
ContactJaroslav Cernosek+420 602 228 797Mail jcernosekcentrumcz
wwwyourtuliptourcom
JC Tours
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star beer guide
The SentinelStar beer guide
lsquoFind the better bars serving it at the right price in the New Yearrsquo
Clever marketing and an effective pricing campaign has led to this A-class standard-bearing blonde becoming one of the most easily found lsquorealrsquo beers in Amsterdam cafeacutes and bars With its distinctive charisma and fresh fruity taste it sits just on the edge in terms of strength and only the brave and seasoned can be found using it as a session beer Prices across Amsterdam for the same Trappist-glass measure can range dramatically from euro 250 to euro 425 per glass so there is fun to be had trying to find the better bars serving it at the right price in the New Year Your search will be rewarded by this cool classic
Grimbergen Blonde is brewed by Alken-Maes Alken Belgium
By Denson Pierre
GRIMBERGEN BLONDE (67 ABV)
67star beer guide
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BRING BACK
A substantial amount of the culture on mainland Europe revolves around platinum-standard beer of various descriptions and fl avours being easily available Amsterdam is not lacking in cafeacutes bars off licences supermarkets and online outlets stocking truly great beers available either immediately or within 24 hours With the growing popularity of high-yeast and high alcohol by volume brands how these drinks are served is a cause for concern however
Led by the Belgians and French the art of designing a glass that refl ects the individual quality of the liquid experience within is among these productsrsquo most out-standing features after their fl avour and power to in-toxicate Any beer of decent repute has its own glass in which it is intended to be served This always takes the form and size of a sensible measure to ensure a taste experience at the correct temperature and allow people to enjoy the evoked sensations before fi nding them-selves suddenly and blindingly drunk What we now often fi nd in tourist-pressed Amsterdam are these lsquoreal beersrsquo being off ered and served to ignorant punters in pint (or half-litre) measures leading to people becom-ing drunk at speed and destroying the overall aesthetic of lsquobeering itrsquo with style
The Sentinel says bring back the serving of high-alco-hol-content drinks in appropriate measures and if pos-sible in the glasses especially designed for the purpose This would be desirable for all manner of reasons not least health and safety Barkeepers can be educators too and it shouldnrsquot be too diffi cult to persuade tourists (usually German British and Irish) who represent the majority of volume drinkers in the cityrsquos more desirable watering holes It is foolish greedy and uncouth to con-sume high-alcohol beverages in such volumes and not expect to end up senselessly drunk and ultimately spoil the whole experience Volume drinkers should simply be directed to the lsquopiss waterrsquo beers of which there are many to satiate their needs and leave the quality beer tours for when they have educated themselves in the culture and manner of consumption that ensures maxi-mum pleasure and above all style
By Denson Pierre
STYLED BEER GLASSES
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We find the best most fun most typical exciting or local favourite restaurants etcetera in Amsterdam and bring them to you an easy way to feel like a local
Het Compagnie Theater Amsterdam 12122012
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EUROGIFTSXenonweg 9 3812 SZ Amersfoort
Tel 033 - 454 35 75 - Fax 033 - 454 35 79E-mail lmproefeurogiftsnl
Website wwweurogiftsnl
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ORDERNUMMER 6021022ARTIKELNUMMER 65123
Ware grootte (indien uitgeprint)Kleur opdruk Wit
Mulligans Irish Music BarAmsterdamrsquos best address for live Irish music Five (5) nights a week Check our agenda for upcoming sessions
Cafeacute KostverlorenCafeacute Kostverloren is a contemporary cafe offering the cosiness of a saloon an open kitchen and the intimacy of a living room During summer there is a large sunny terrace and during winter an open fi replace
VibesVibes is a relaxing cafecocktail bar art gallery with a large selection of coffees herbal teas homemade cakes and an amazing card of cocktails made with fresh fruit by a professional cocktail bartenderEnjoy our Italian kitchen in a cosy and friendly atmosphere
IncantoIncanto is a restaurant with a classic Italian kitchen Venetian chef Simone Ambrosin is known for his pure and simple style of cooking with feeling for nuance The wine list contains over 150 Italian wines
Planet RosePlanet Rose is the fi rst Caribbean restaurant in the Netherlands which specializes in Jamaican cuisine The menu features a daily changing selection of JamaicanCaribbean dishes and they ensure that you enjoy the whole expe-rience while dining with them
Cafe TisfrisCafe Tisfris is recognisable for its landmarks funky pillars and terrace Tisfris offers a friendly service and is a great pit stop for ldquoyummyrdquo refreshments
Cafe restaurant EdelCafe restaurant Edel is the perfect place for lunch dinner or to simply enjoy a drink Edel is a unique place in Amsterdam
Cafeacute OportoCafeacute Oporto is a traditional Amsterdam lsquobrown cafersquo Welcoming tourists and regular customers alike they offer televised sports wireless internet connection and a wide range of reasonably priced beers and spirits
Connoisseurs Delight Fun Drinking amp MusicTo Be Seen and Tasted
To Be Seen and Tasted
Fun Drinking amp Music
Connoisseurs Delight
Connoisseurs Delight
To Be Seen and Tasted
Neighbourhood cosy
Opera Prima - Patisserie Bistro TraiteurThe best place in town for lunch exquisite high teas or brunches and all of your luxury catering both private and corporate
Kinkerstraat 228 Amsterdamwwwoperaprimanl
St Antoniebreestraat 142 Amsterdamwwwtisfrisnl
Postjesweg 1 1057 DT Amsterdamwwwedelamsterdamnl
Zoutsteeg 1 1012 LX Amsterdamwwwcafeoportonethome
Amstel 100 1017 AC Amsterdamwwwmulligansnl
2e Kostverlorenkade 70 Amsterdamwwwcafekostverlorennl
Jan Pieter Heijestraat 137 Amsterdamwwwwixcomvibes137vibes
Amstel 2 Amsterdamwwwrestaurant-incantonl
Nicolaas Beetsstraat 47 Amsterdamwwwplanetroseinfo
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Where is this inAmsterdam
72spotted
Room 2cfilm
This is the one that will make you pause James Stewart one of my top ten actors of all time plays a businessman fighting to keep his life and family together while everything is crashing down around him In steps an lsquoangelrsquo to try and convince him that life is not as bad as it seems and that other people would be a lot worse off without him Probably the highest rated film Irsquove ever reviewed and one of the most Christmas-delicious I know
Could you walk 2400 kilometres while being pursued with little more than a longing to return to your homeland and mother to keep you and your dependant companions going Would you do this twice This utterly moving film highlights the true-life Australian apartheid practices of the twentieth century and the trauma it caused to native Australians The barren landscapes provide the perfect backdrop for compelling cinema-tography and its dryness will be irrigated by your tears
By David King
By dpmotions
Itrsquos a Wonderful Life (1946)
Rabbit-Proof Fence (2002)
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74trends
lsquoFacebook in particular is responsible for exacerbating unspoken competitivenessrsquo
By Dirkje Bakker-Pierre
Trends in the food industry are moving faster than lightning and are harder and harder to keep up with When you are all geared up to create your own artsy cupcakes all of a sudden cupcakes are out and macaroons are the flavour of the day
Sweat dripping and cheeks burning with stress levels going through the roof women all around the country have been toiling night and day to create just the right pimped-up cakes (completely covered in layers of pink and red marzipan tiny silver sugar balls and rose petals made from feather-light sugar) which look like they come from one of the newly popped-up cupcake shops Facebook in particular is responsible for exacerbating unspoken competitiveness due to images being posted of better looking and prettier cakes just after you posted your own in comparison pretty sad creations forcing you back into the kitchen to try again
One day itrsquos cutting out names from layers of chocolate the next itrsquos squirting curls and swirls of rainbow colours or grating organic carrots for the rather awkward lsquohealthyrsquo version the carrot cupcake
Shops have adjusted their aisles to make way for endless shelves of specialised products in all ranges of sweetness and multicoloured cuteness shapes tools mixtures and machines It is a whole world of custom products which just keeps growing and changing and you need to keep up with it all or risk being hopelessly left behind There are pink-coloured cook books workshops websites self-help groups and neglected overweight children crying for something non-sweet for once
But then after all your attempts and when you finally think you have achieved perfection before you know it you make a complete fool of yourself by serving the wrong type of sweet and colourful titbits because a new trend has already arrived That really makes you feel like a macaroon
All Caked Out
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Winter solstice is an exciting time of year when we all start dreaming of more sun more light and more inspiration Continuing the gemstone theme I would like to draw your attention to the very lovely and sparkling sunstone also known as heliolite It is the official gemstone of the US state of Oregon which is a prime source for this beautiful gem The name heliolite is derived from the Greek lsquoheliosrsquo and lsquolithosrsquo which mean lsquosunrsquo and lsquostonersquo It was first discovered in Viking burial mounds but despite its long history is not found in abundance
Sunstone is metallic in appearance and comes in red orange or green colours However cleaner red sunstone is very rare and commands proper gemstone prices The stone is a composite of oligoclase feldspar which also contains hematite or goethite The presence of hematite or goethite gives the stone its ability to reflect light hence the name sunstone Sunstone is said to be an inspiration stone able to bestow freedom independence and happiness It also said to reduce fear alleviate stress and bring good luck in any game of chance This sparkly stone has a further use in healing and is believed to endow its wearers with enhanced self-healing powers Other properties
Shine
By Evelina Kvartunaite
ndash
lsquoDreaming of more sun more light and more inspirationrsquo
ndash
include stimulating the vegetative autonomic nervous system and enhancing the harmonious functioning of all the bodyrsquos organs It is also quite helpful in cases of exhaustion due to lack of sleep
The gemstone is used to treat chronic sore throats and relieves pain caused by stomach ulcers It has proved successful in alleviating Seasonal Affective Disorder (or SAD) and is also known for relieving cartilage problems rheumatism and general aches and pains Sunstone helps in dealing with depression and frees its wearers from feelings of discrimination and failure as well as from perceptions of an lsquoevil worldrsquo Sunstone increases a personrsquos sense of self-esteem and self-worth
Sunstone is particularly beneficial when used in sunshine or sunlight It brings abundance to a personrsquos life and transforms negative energy into positive energy
If you have any other helpful tips you would like to share please let me know at evelinakvartunaiteconsultancymarketmediacom
76health amp well-being
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lsquoBestow freedom independence and happinessrsquo
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lsquoIt has proved successful in alleviating Seasonal Affective
Disorderrsquo
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77health amp well-being
world this lsquotrickeryrsquo has moved online With todayrsquos short attention spans the potential to draw users to a website and retain them is a crucial skill which is rewarded by the revenue that can be generated based on how long a user stays on a website Link-baiting should have been foreseen since it is inevitable
Every click on a website is a revenue-generating moment in terms of advertising The amount of adverts to which you can expose an online user as they click to and through your website is the currency used to determine whether an advertising agency spends its budget on one publication over another Real journalism and insightful opinions once drove online traffic for web publications but link-baiting is now seriously derailing this approach
Most of the time the story behind the sensational link does not live up to expectations A typical example of this can be found in the online edition of the Watford Observer on Tuesday 31 July 2012 The link-bait read ldquoCameron Diaz vows to kick drug habit with help of stepdadrdquo However following the link or falling for the bait led to the underwhelming story ldquoDrug user Cameron Diaz of Broomfield Rise Abbots Langley has sworn to clean up his act with the help of his stepfatherrdquo Although the story was factually correct the intention of the publication was to trick the
One of my previous articles described how online technology publications are subverting reality by not correctly echoing the sentiments of the consuming public Part of the cause of this is that usually in a bid to counter the majority of lacklustre stories floating around they subvert reality to make it more interesting How many non-geeks really care about the advantages of modelling parallelism on serial programs with the Intelreg Advisor XE Itrsquos certainly not a typically newsworthy story
As a result an annoying phenomenon has slowly been building momentum This is now quite evident all over the internet and is destroying good journalism The phenomenon is called Link-baiting Our trustworthy source of internet knowledge describes Link-bait(ing) as anything ldquointeresting enough to catch peoplersquos attentionrdquo (httpenwikipediaorgwikiLink_bait)
Link-baiting is synonymous with the sensational cover stories used on the front of magazines to entice people walking past to pick up the magazines and delve into them As with most things from the print
No news is good news
lsquoQuite evident all over the internet and is destroying good
journalismrsquo
By Simon Owusu
technology
TechBit Sio-Bytes
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provider in America to the tune of US$ 400 million The initial story broke on the PRWEB website and the majority of online publications regurgitated the story with no additional insights such as the implications of such a deal which real journalism would call for None of them bothered to check the sources or the credibility of the story Millions of revenue-generating clicks later the more seasoned online publications such as CNN AllThings D and CNET broke the bigger story that the press release was fake and that both Google and ICOA Wireless had denied the story In a rush to break the story the first rule of journalism was contravened lsquoAlways check your sourcesrsquo
Given the transient nature of any false news stories posted on the internet these days the story quickly disappeared from most of the offending publications and today you will be hard pressed to find any mention of this slip-up The Sentinel we like to think always brings you the truth albeit typed on an iPad Mini so donrsquot count on us to follow such faulty phenomena and trends
online user into clicking on it due to the coincidental name-sharing of the Abbots Langley Cameron Diaz with the famous American actress Every link clicked demonstrates the potential for advertisers to reach larger audiences and generate revenue for the online publications
From the same school as link-baiting comes the phenomenon of lsquofirst past the postrsquo journalism within the advertising-driven online publication world In this type of journalism emphasis is placed on being first to publish or break a news story Online publications that are first to break a news story attract a high amount of traffic (which translates into large revenues generated by advertising) since they are the only source of that particular information for a short space of time Online users have no choice but to visit that particular site if they wish to read the scoop The downside of this is that in a bid to be first to reap the advertising revenues frequently news stories are not properly checked for credibility On Monday 26 November 2012 nearly every online technology publication published the story of Google purchasing ICOA Wireless a Wi-Fi hot-spot
lsquoFrequently news stories are not properly checked for credibilityrsquo
lsquolsquoAlways check your sourcesrsquorsquo
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these people in business suits are rushing to check in their business cases Irsquom manoeuvring my 19-metre ski bag between them Strange looks and questions donrsquot surprise me anymore The looks whispers and questions Irsquove had while on trains from one place to the next or on the tram after going to the beach on my way to the indoor slope this summer On the one hand they made me feel like I was some strange creature from another planet but on the other they got me extra stoked up about what Irsquom doing
As I write this itrsquos a week after I checked in my bags and Irsquom sitting in my favourite coffee shop Cuppa Joersquos in Breckenridge Colorado Over the past five days Irsquove been getting up every morning at around 630 am and getting out at around 800am Anyone who knows me will probably raise an eyebrow at this When Irsquom working at home on my photos and stories for the White Freeski Magazine where Irsquom editor-in-chief or on freelance assignments my daily rhythm is completely the opposite But I guess thatrsquos the nice thing about jetlag
Itrsquos hard to describe the feeling of finally getting back
You know that feeling of bubbly excitement you get when you are getting ready to go and do something yoursquove been anticipating for a long long time It might be finally nailing that presentation to finish up university cooking a great dinner for friends or excitement about meeting up with someone
Getting my bags out from the basement after they had been collecting dust for the past eight months prompted those feelings to rush through my veins once again Even though I donrsquot mind being home going to the beach and rehabbing my knee and visiting friends in different countries over the summer all this has taken place in the city and Irsquove been missing the mountains terribly As Irsquom getting my bags out it makes me realise that it really is almost time for me to click into my skis again and breathe in the fresh mountain air
After packing it was finally time to get on my flight to Denver Colorado on Monday morning While all
white outBubbles of Excitement
By Ananda van Welij
Just another girl from a country without mountains addicted to snow
lsquoGo and do something yoursquove been anticipating for a long long timersquo
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have ahead of me this winter Looking forward again instead of being bummed I try to focus on the bright side like I did while I was stuck at home rehabbing and walking on crutches Trying to be inspired by what I see around me and what others do and have instead of being frustrated by it
It makes me wonder about just working and meeting up with friends at home I know I have a privileged life as Irsquom sitting here but isnrsquot this something we all experience in our daily lives It can be hard to sit down let go of the frustration sadness and problems and look forward Itrsquos not always possible to do it overnight but I think that just trying makes you feel better and in the end it allows you to bubble with excitement again no matter if itrsquos for a day of skiing or for finishing that project
My new mission for this season is to stay positive and draw inspiration from the people and things around me Irsquoll let you know how Irsquom doing in three weeksrsquo time
onto my skis after being out for eight months due to a torn MCL Cruising down the hill feeling and hearing the snow crunch under my feet It might sound strange to you but to me itrsquos a special sort of magic I guess it has something to do with the dopamine your body makes while having a great rush of excitement Although Irsquom pretty tired right now and taking a day off from skiing just walking outside and knowing that I can go up the hill any moment I like makes me feel better
Being so excited to be back on the snow after an injury also has a downside It comes in the form of having to hold myself back Since my injury I havenrsquot been jumping or doing any crazy tricks Itrsquos hard seeing all my friends jump and having fun in the park knowing I really shouldnrsquot do any of that stuff yet My mind is screaming ldquoYou can do that toordquo But Irsquom scared of a repeat injury brought on by pushing myself too hard too fast I have to force myself to sit down talk to my friends and listen to their stories of having fun while being genuinely happy for them To enjoy the sun instead of freaking myself out eat some good food have a good laugh and think of all the fun trips I
lsquoExtra stoked up about what Irsquom doingrsquo
lsquoTo me itrsquos a special sort of magicrsquo
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We have reached the point of the season when the outstanding manager of the first half has his team profiled and receives a pat on the back An overall lead at Xmas more often than not means that the team has peaked during the first half of the season before going on to show signs of weakness This season unusually we have a manager who has led strongly from the very early weeks but who still has a full supply of substitutes in reserve This bodes ill for the other managers as even though he has been professionally hunted down to the point that his lead is now meagre (or even gone by the time this is published) Steven Fockema still holds all the aces given that his reserves remain intact while the chasersrsquo have been used up to varying degrees
Daft3Punks
GK Tim Krul (newcastle United) 25m ndash Out injured from the beginning of September until the end of November No proper form assessment possible so far this season and his team are in apparent gradual creep towards the relegation zone Rating 825
deF Jose enrique (Liverpool) 35m ndash At a work-in-progress team Now playing regularly as a midfielder and showing positive form Rating 85
deF daniel Agger (Liverpool) 4m ndash Still more bluster and posing than glory Rating 825
deF Winston Reid (West Ham) 1m ndash Doing New Zealand proud in the Premier League at his price West Ham may not secure a greater number of clean sheets in the second half of the season however Rating 80
deF Jan Vertonghen (Tottenham Hotspur) 45m ndash Handsome driving Belgian vanilla One of the stars of the season thus far Rating 90
mId Gareth Bale (Tottenham Hotspur) 55m ndash The most impressive individual player in the current Premier League Rating 915
mId michu (Swansea city) 2m ndash Incredible value at his price A natural goal-scorer extraordinaire who also gets around and shows versatility Rating 90
mId Yaya Toure (manchester city) 45m ndash Nowhere close to his form of the previous season even if that can change in the second half of this one Rating 850
FWd Fabio Borini (Liverpool) 3m ndash Tipped here to eventually do well but long-term injury befell him just at the time he was settling into his new team and system Rating 80
FWd olivier Giroud (Arsenal) 45m ndash Has been nudging levels above average of late Rating 850
FWd Papiss cisse (newcastle United) 5m ndash Another player showing an astonishing fall from the excellence of the final third of the previous season Newcastle United appear to need re-styling quickly Rating 825
overall rating 9340 (max 100)
The New Year will only bring fireworks given the keen match-up between FFG-CL managers
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The Gold Room
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over the streets and alleys would give Health and Safety experts from the West nightmares but this also added to the mix and seemed to be a link between the old and antiquated and the new
On our second day we set off by Indian Railway to the city of Agra Travelling by Indian rail is cheap and reliable but agility and concentration is essential as the drivers will only wait at the platform for about 50 seconds We arrived in Agra also known as Akbarabad the former capital of the Mughal Empire (1526 -1658) and visited the magnificent Agra Fort the Taj Mahal and Fatehpur Sikri These three sites have all been granted UNESCO World Heritage status Unfortunately our visit to the much-anticipated Taj Mahal was a little disappointing due to smog Pollution is a problem and is made worse by the practice of farmers burning fields after the harvest Divali celebrations were also in the air and spent firecrackers added to it all The monument itself was built as a token of undying love by Emperor Shah Jahan for his beloved queen Mumtaz and is considered the jewel of Islamic art as well as one of the Seven Wonders of the World It would have been amazing to see it bathed in sunlight at sunrise and sunset when the marble takes on different hues because of its translucence It is truly a magnificent building Agra fort is very impressive and is sometimes referred to as the lsquowalled cityrsquo due to its size There are a number of impressive buildings to explore
The following day we left Agra to visit the ancient sandstone city of Fatehpur Sikri We travelled there by
India has therefore always been on my list of places to visit so it seemed like a good start to my post-retirement travels An advert in one of the daily British newspapers for a trip to Delhi called Indiarsquos Tigers and Palaces caught my imagination The trip included visits to Delhi Agra and Jaipur as well as Ranthambore National Park to see tigers I was keen to travel with a guided tour company as both my husband and I were first-timers We arrived at Delhi airport and were greeted by our Indian guide at the start of eleven wonderful days
Nothing can prepare the novice visitor for the array of humans (rich poor destitute) animals traffic noise colours and smells Delhi is an international metropolis and one of the oldest existing cities in the world It is said to consist of seven successive cities with the British-built New Delhi making it eight New Delhi was built to be the capital of the British Empirersquos most prized possession India It is an impressive city with tree-lined boulevards along the Rajpath stretching from India Gate a war memorial reminiscent of Parisrsquo Arc de Triomphe to the Presidential Palace The tallest monument Quitb Minar is an architectural marvel of ancient India It is one of the tallest minarets in the world Our visit to old Delhi also included a visit to the Jama Masjid mosque which can accommodate 20000 worshippers at a time The highlight of the day was a ride on a rickshaw through the narrow alleys observing the vendors with their wonderful array of leafy vegetables fresh fruit and colourful spices The bundles of live electric wires that hang precariously
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by Maharaja Sawai Singh II in 1727 Its buildings are striking and sites include the magnificent Amber Fort the Palace of the Winds and a fascinating observatory consisting of 14 geometric structures designed to record astronomical measurements Our final day was spent in the historic city of Patan Mahal which was founded in the 12th century It occupies a strategic defensive position nestled in a valley surrounded by three hills We stayed at the impressive Patan Mahal Palace which represents traditional Rajasthani architecture The Palace is situated on a hillside with terrific views We were transferred by camels through the village accompanied by a local brass band All the local children were amused at the site of British holiday makers indulging in a bit of nostalgia maybe regretting the days of Empire a little I particularly enjoyed seeing the children playing cricket which also reminded me of the British legacy The villagers are very poor but there is hope that with the growth of the Indian economy the quality of their lives will improve A walk through the village was interesting as we stumbled across small industries such as pottery and jewellery making
We were entertained on our final night with traditional dancing and wonderful food Sadly our tour had come to an end and all that now remain are dreams and the desire to return soon The vibrant colours of the women in their saris delicious food walking through a village tiger spotting and amazing palaces will forever live on in my memory
air-conditioned coach Indian roads and Indian driving is not for the faint hearted Cows bicycles tractors and pedestrians pass on any side they can and the rule of the road seems to be simply get from here to there by the shortest route Each individual driver seems to have their own interpretation of how to negotiate dual carriageways and roundabouts Sacred cows and all other animals have right of way and the loudest horn takes precedence Our next stop was Fatehpur Sikri an ancient sandstone city built by Mogul Emperor Akbar in the 16th century as Indiarsquos political capital It was abandoned only 15 years after construction when the capital was relocated back to Agra leaving Fatehpur Sikri preserved as a medieval fortress of red sandstone The intricate architecture including Islamic Hindu and Christian symbols is breathtaking
Our next rail journey was to Sawai Madhopur lodge This accommodation had the wow factor since it had previously belonged to a Maharaja The lodge was the perfect setting for the most exciting two days of our trip the visit to Ranthambore National Park I didnrsquot believe that I would actually see tigers as animals in the wild can be unpredictable I was humbled and amazed when we first spotted a female tiger with her two cubs This majestic and beautiful beast has starred in television documentaries and it was a privilege to see her in her natural habitat The park covers 159 hectares and is home to more than 300 species of birds as well as monkeys and deer
On the eighth day we travelled to Jaipur or lsquothe pink cityrsquo It is the capital of Rajasthan and was founded
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Wintry Wonders
ndashlsquoThe sturdy weather-defying people we arersquo
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Wintry Wonders
By Sam van Dam
In recent years Amsterdam has been blessed or cursed depending on your point of view by regular snowfall in the winter to spring period It still feels like a bit of a novelty given that we usually experience a grey rainy mess around Christmas time instead of a white blanket With snow becoming a regular but still novel visitor to our beloved city and country our reactions to it cover the full range of emotions from childlike joy that makes us look up into the sky with our tongue sticking out to catch some of the little fluffy flakes followed by a frantic run to the attic to find those old ice-skates among all the rubble to angry fist-shaking at the heavens followed by a desperate soul-crushing ldquoNoooooordquo usually from those who own a car and have to start their day with some hand-numbing ice removal from the frozen windows of their vehicles not to mention the inevitable traffic jams
ndashlsquoNegotiate your steel horse through piles of ice and snow covering every surfacersquo
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ndashlsquoAn iced-over surface is the natural enemy of anything moving across itrsquo
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clouds Going by the sheer number of mangled locals hauled off to hospital emergency rooms each January it often seems like we forget everything wersquove learned in previous winters or we simply enjoy kissing the cold asphalt while the bike chain wraps itself around our cold stiffened necks No other explanation makes sense The safest advice is to stay inside until the worst is over but since most of us need to go out and make a living or at least visit the shops to stock up on hot chocolate and whipped cream for those long dark evenings by the fireplace hibernation is sadly not an option Luckily the periods of time when we have to deal with ice and snow are usually short lived and there is always the alternative of the public transport system for those who donrsquot dare to confront the frozen world wheel-on And of course there is one thing that unites all of us in a feverish winter dream and makes us forget all the downsides of the cold season the thought that we might be able to ice-skate on the canals rivers and waterways of our lovely little country There is a magic word that we only dare to whisper for fear that once itrsquos spoken out loud the temperature will rise instantly so Irsquom going to write it in tiny letters only Elfstedentocht (Eleven city tour) This ice-skating race of over 200 kilometres through the beautiful frozen Frisian landscape is the pinnacle of winter wonderland fun for the entire family We were last able to enjoy this mysterious and elusive pleasure in 1997 so wish us luck and hopefully this season we can live the dream again May the winter gods be with us
Being the sturdy weather-defying people we are it does not bother us much to hop on our bikes and face the white landscape But there are a few things to consider before throwing yourself into a winter storm trying to negotiate your steel horse through piles of ice and snow covering every surface Make sure to dress properly ndash itrsquos best to wear several layers of clothing which allows the air trapped in between to warm up and keep you comfortable The outer layer should really be waterproof as snow can become rain in an instant here and you donrsquot want to be stuck in a woollen jacket that will freeze solid and cover you with an icy crust when the wind turns in your direction A nice thick hat and gloves are mandatory the head being the area of your body from which most heat exits and you donrsquot want to let that happen Keep it under wraps to ensure proper brain activity and intact ears even if yoursquore caught out in one of those mini-blizzards that can just pop up out of nowhere Once yoursquore all bundled up and ready for the ride there is of course the small issue of the streets being completely covered in icy sludge the kind that has created wrinkles of despair and fear across the foreheads of generations of Dutch men and women An iced-over surface is the natural enemy of anything moving across it and especially those with only two wheels which have a natural tendency to fall over when not held in check by the trained thighs of a road warrior It is highly advisable to ride slowly and carefully keeping an eye on the road ahead of you for frozen patches These can usually be easily identified by the number of falling bodies and crashing bikes of those who seem to think that gravity is suspended once the fluffy stuff starts drifting down from the
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Moscow
Once a year I take a foreign holiday and every time I want it to be something special In order to experience the gorgeous Chinese culture and to faint at the sight of enormous skyscrapers in November 2012 I departed Moscow for Hong Kong I wanted my trip to include cultural aspects be affordable and bring something new into my life Looking back I am happy to say that my holiday completely satisfied all these criteria
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Having landed in Honk Kong I took a ferry to Macau which is not as large as its nickname the lsquoAsian Las Vegasrsquo suggests It took me just a day to complete my sightseeing and another to buy souvenirs The only place I omitted from my explorations was a casino which is often the only purpose for visiting Macau especially for people from mainland China and Hong Kong Temples natas (exquisite tarts) Portuguese architecture from the 19th century alongside huge skyscrapers this is the Macau I will remember It is very clean and most museums and temples do not charge for admission I enjoyed the Mandarinrsquos House most of all ndash a great example of home and everyday life habits Jesuit temples are gorgeous as well as the fortress with its lighthouse and of course Macaursquos most famous landmark the ruins of St Paulrsquos cathedral
Macau is a former Portuguese colony and if this one is anything to go by this is something the Portuguese were great at The old city centre has the atmosphere of a small tranquil town ndash very safe and friendly ndash which is exactly what it is both Macau and Hong Kong are probably the two safest places in the world The only thing that was a constant worry was the fact that Macau (and Hong Kong) has no open spaces at all The roads just keep going up and down up and downhellip
Good cardio exercise though I went through it for two days in Macau and then continued my hiking in Hong Kong
Hong Kong
Signs of British colonialism in Hong Kong are noticeable by their absence It was all destroyed in order to make use of every square metre An absence of land has made Hong Kong a temple to skyscrapers and the Chinese appear to have mastered this art perfectly
The first place to see is surely The Peak however Even if you are hysterically afraid of heights you simply must go there This is one view you will never forget Visit it at least twice ndash in the afternoon and in the evening ndash and you will see two different cities below Then take a walk through the central area The way the buildings almost literally scrape the sky excites me every time I look up ndash itlsquos amazing By the way despite being such a technological nation the local Chinese care about the environment in all aspects of their lives They are fond of trees even in a small city-centre park so they can take a little rest on their way to work and they really seem to care about nature There are huge penalties for littering smoking in prohibited areas and great attention to recycling Hong Kong is a city that cares ndash thatrsquos my first impression
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Another thought I had about all of this progress around me is that being such a progressive society the local Chinese never stopped to become fundamentally religious There are many temples and statues so many religions live together in this peaceful place That was a completely new lifestyle experience for me skyscrapers happily standing alongside all sorts of religious buildings Maybe thatrsquos what freedom of faith is all about
If you manage to get there try to visit all the places described in the tourist guidebooks They are really worth seeing Hong Kong residents spend their weekends visiting these places themselves Ocean Park Big Buddha Mid-levels the Avenue of Stars Hong Kong Park the Botanical and Zoological Gardenshellip I enjoyed all of them greatly
However what struck me the most was the people Forever smiling kind and always helpful Talking to them was a pleasure And some of them cook such delicious dishes that I was ready to eat the plate By the way do not forget that Hong Kong is the capital of international cuisine ndash so try everything Except for Borsch (some restaurants offer it) with which I still believe it is better to get acquainted in Russia or Ukraine All sorts of noodles rice and dumplings are
available here I tried Vietnamese Indian and Hong Kong cuisine and I cannot say which I like morehellip So Hong Kong is a wonderful opportunity to try everything
One last bit of advice if you can afford it take a hotel room with harbour view which will pay you back with interest My harbour-view hotel room suited me perfectly When I was tired of walking I went to my room had a glass of wine watched the lights shimmering on the other side of harbour and was completely happy
I am just reaching the end of my holiday taking a rest in my room and feeling really jealous of anyone about to visit Hong Kong for the first time You are going to enjoy so many exciting emotionshellip
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Silent nights
Winter nights are well suited to staying indoors in the warmth especially after dark Not everyone is a lowland bear however and most of us need thoughtful stimulation to keep smiling through cold nights spent away from living quarters Luckily for Amsterdammers who pay attention from time to time extremely interesting and creative happenings are staged at a price anyone can afford The idea is simple tour the lights of lsquoNew Cityrsquo Amsterdam at night spending a couple of hours on a sturdy comfortable and warm (enclosed) historical craft The city falls silent as soon as you leave the pier and the transformation is complete when the city becomes simply unrecognisable with its flat lines interrupted by a few high-rising buildings shimmering back at you Some things in Amsterdam remain refreshingly surprising even to its well-cured darlings Not much beats having couple glasses of wine while splashing across the IJsselmeer and struggling to figure out which section of the city you are gazing upon through the silence of an icy night
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The Sentinel took up the enthusiastic invitation from the people of the annually occurring Dutch-Lithuanian art event on December 1 The Dutch aspect of the event day and night together with the displayed art was not particularly significant in this case however given that it was one of the more complete cultural cuisine musical and heartily drinking events that the recent European Union arrivalrsquos creative set could conjure with the help of their foreign desk and local culture funds A well produced and expansive programme could be sampled and lightning insight garnered into the culture and artistic impressions of a pearl of Baltic civilisation Vilnius met Amsterdam It just may be time for this e-zine to delve even deeper into Lithuania
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MechelenAuthentic and full of surprises Thatrsquos Mechelen Hospitable and honourable Thatrsquos the people of Mechelen Come and experience the cityrsquos urban charms for yourself Mechelen
Authentic and full of surprises Thatrsquos Mechelen Hospitable and honourable Thatrsquos the people of Mechelen Come and experience the cityrsquos urban charms for yourself
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CafeacuteBar Review Batavia 1920
lsquoClassic bar art embraces you as you enterrsquo
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Batavia 1920Prins Hendrikkade 85 1012 AE Amsterdam
It is always handy to know of a wholesome cafeacutebar that ticks all the boxes even if it happens to be located at the busiest point of the old city (obliquely opposite Central Station) Over the course of the different seasons I managed to assess this fine establishment which serves as another reminder of what good honest bars are all about There is still quality available in Amsterdam
AmbianceThoughtful solid furniture easy lighting and classic bar art embraces you as you enter With a chess club professional dart board regular parties and borrels the vibe ranges daily from mellow to vibrant Rating 5
StaffregularsOn my most recent visit I had the pleasure of Elizabeth and Jamie leading the service but staff members are always experienced service is quick and drinks are de-livered with fresh smiles whoever happens to be work-ing The regulars are plentiful and the bar emanates the energy of a good professional lsquoIrishrsquo bar attracting an eclectic international mix to this super-central location It is a perfect meeting point for friends from any cardi-nal direction with the national transportation hub being literally just across the road Rating 5
Televised sportAmple flat screens and channels Rating 4
PricesIn general the prices are standard Central Amsterdam levels which is sadly typical of grand cafeacutes in this post-code area What works in Bataviarsquos favour is that it has an above-average selection of lsquoBelgian beautiesrsquo (beer) on offer Given the advised dosage having two or three should not leave you broke or broken The kitchen also has quite a strong reputation for above-average pub fare The Sunday roast dinner is especially popular and keeps folk who like that sort of thing coming back as often as they can afford it Rating 3
MusicGenuinely diverse popular and world music from a crisp-sounding digital sound system and staff members seem to have cool taste in music Rating 5
Smoking area provisionThere is a large smoking room on the lower level Sim-ple and ingenious air-conditioning allows you to spend your full upstairs session there without the sense of be-ing fumigated If you were not told about the smoking area below you would not know there was one Rating 5
Total rating 2730(Ratings from 1-5 where 1 = Very poor and 5 = Excel-lent)
By Denson Pierre
lsquoA perfect meeting point for friends from any cardinal directionrsquo
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lsquoIt has an above-average selection of lsquoBelgian beautiesrsquorsquo
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The SentinelStar beer guide
lsquoFind the better bars serving it at the right price in the New Yearrsquo
Clever marketing and an effective pricing campaign has led to this A-class standard-bearing blonde becoming one of the most easily found lsquorealrsquo beers in Amsterdam cafeacutes and bars With its distinctive charisma and fresh fruity taste it sits just on the edge in terms of strength and only the brave and seasoned can be found using it as a session beer Prices across Amsterdam for the same Trappist-glass measure can range dramatically from euro 250 to euro 425 per glass so there is fun to be had trying to find the better bars serving it at the right price in the New Year Your search will be rewarded by this cool classic
Grimbergen Blonde is brewed by Alken-Maes Alken Belgium
By Denson Pierre
GRIMBERGEN BLONDE (67 ABV)
67star beer guide
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BRING BACK
A substantial amount of the culture on mainland Europe revolves around platinum-standard beer of various descriptions and fl avours being easily available Amsterdam is not lacking in cafeacutes bars off licences supermarkets and online outlets stocking truly great beers available either immediately or within 24 hours With the growing popularity of high-yeast and high alcohol by volume brands how these drinks are served is a cause for concern however
Led by the Belgians and French the art of designing a glass that refl ects the individual quality of the liquid experience within is among these productsrsquo most out-standing features after their fl avour and power to in-toxicate Any beer of decent repute has its own glass in which it is intended to be served This always takes the form and size of a sensible measure to ensure a taste experience at the correct temperature and allow people to enjoy the evoked sensations before fi nding them-selves suddenly and blindingly drunk What we now often fi nd in tourist-pressed Amsterdam are these lsquoreal beersrsquo being off ered and served to ignorant punters in pint (or half-litre) measures leading to people becom-ing drunk at speed and destroying the overall aesthetic of lsquobeering itrsquo with style
The Sentinel says bring back the serving of high-alco-hol-content drinks in appropriate measures and if pos-sible in the glasses especially designed for the purpose This would be desirable for all manner of reasons not least health and safety Barkeepers can be educators too and it shouldnrsquot be too diffi cult to persuade tourists (usually German British and Irish) who represent the majority of volume drinkers in the cityrsquos more desirable watering holes It is foolish greedy and uncouth to con-sume high-alcohol beverages in such volumes and not expect to end up senselessly drunk and ultimately spoil the whole experience Volume drinkers should simply be directed to the lsquopiss waterrsquo beers of which there are many to satiate their needs and leave the quality beer tours for when they have educated themselves in the culture and manner of consumption that ensures maxi-mum pleasure and above all style
By Denson Pierre
STYLED BEER GLASSES
69amsterdam city life
We find the best most fun most typical exciting or local favourite restaurants etcetera in Amsterdam and bring them to you an easy way to feel like a local
Het Compagnie Theater Amsterdam 12122012
Recommended
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EUROGIFTSXenonweg 9 3812 SZ Amersfoort
Tel 033 - 454 35 75 - Fax 033 - 454 35 79E-mail lmproefeurogiftsnl
Website wwweurogiftsnl
FILMPROEF
ORDERNUMMER 6021022ARTIKELNUMMER 65123
Ware grootte (indien uitgeprint)Kleur opdruk Wit
Mulligans Irish Music BarAmsterdamrsquos best address for live Irish music Five (5) nights a week Check our agenda for upcoming sessions
Cafeacute KostverlorenCafeacute Kostverloren is a contemporary cafe offering the cosiness of a saloon an open kitchen and the intimacy of a living room During summer there is a large sunny terrace and during winter an open fi replace
VibesVibes is a relaxing cafecocktail bar art gallery with a large selection of coffees herbal teas homemade cakes and an amazing card of cocktails made with fresh fruit by a professional cocktail bartenderEnjoy our Italian kitchen in a cosy and friendly atmosphere
IncantoIncanto is a restaurant with a classic Italian kitchen Venetian chef Simone Ambrosin is known for his pure and simple style of cooking with feeling for nuance The wine list contains over 150 Italian wines
Planet RosePlanet Rose is the fi rst Caribbean restaurant in the Netherlands which specializes in Jamaican cuisine The menu features a daily changing selection of JamaicanCaribbean dishes and they ensure that you enjoy the whole expe-rience while dining with them
Cafe TisfrisCafe Tisfris is recognisable for its landmarks funky pillars and terrace Tisfris offers a friendly service and is a great pit stop for ldquoyummyrdquo refreshments
Cafe restaurant EdelCafe restaurant Edel is the perfect place for lunch dinner or to simply enjoy a drink Edel is a unique place in Amsterdam
Cafeacute OportoCafeacute Oporto is a traditional Amsterdam lsquobrown cafersquo Welcoming tourists and regular customers alike they offer televised sports wireless internet connection and a wide range of reasonably priced beers and spirits
Connoisseurs Delight Fun Drinking amp MusicTo Be Seen and Tasted
To Be Seen and Tasted
Fun Drinking amp Music
Connoisseurs Delight
Connoisseurs Delight
To Be Seen and Tasted
Neighbourhood cosy
Opera Prima - Patisserie Bistro TraiteurThe best place in town for lunch exquisite high teas or brunches and all of your luxury catering both private and corporate
Kinkerstraat 228 Amsterdamwwwoperaprimanl
St Antoniebreestraat 142 Amsterdamwwwtisfrisnl
Postjesweg 1 1057 DT Amsterdamwwwedelamsterdamnl
Zoutsteeg 1 1012 LX Amsterdamwwwcafeoportonethome
Amstel 100 1017 AC Amsterdamwwwmulligansnl
2e Kostverlorenkade 70 Amsterdamwwwcafekostverlorennl
Jan Pieter Heijestraat 137 Amsterdamwwwwixcomvibes137vibes
Amstel 2 Amsterdamwwwrestaurant-incantonl
Nicolaas Beetsstraat 47 Amsterdamwwwplanetroseinfo
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Room 2cfilm
This is the one that will make you pause James Stewart one of my top ten actors of all time plays a businessman fighting to keep his life and family together while everything is crashing down around him In steps an lsquoangelrsquo to try and convince him that life is not as bad as it seems and that other people would be a lot worse off without him Probably the highest rated film Irsquove ever reviewed and one of the most Christmas-delicious I know
Could you walk 2400 kilometres while being pursued with little more than a longing to return to your homeland and mother to keep you and your dependant companions going Would you do this twice This utterly moving film highlights the true-life Australian apartheid practices of the twentieth century and the trauma it caused to native Australians The barren landscapes provide the perfect backdrop for compelling cinema-tography and its dryness will be irrigated by your tears
By David King
By dpmotions
Itrsquos a Wonderful Life (1946)
Rabbit-Proof Fence (2002)
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lsquoFacebook in particular is responsible for exacerbating unspoken competitivenessrsquo
By Dirkje Bakker-Pierre
Trends in the food industry are moving faster than lightning and are harder and harder to keep up with When you are all geared up to create your own artsy cupcakes all of a sudden cupcakes are out and macaroons are the flavour of the day
Sweat dripping and cheeks burning with stress levels going through the roof women all around the country have been toiling night and day to create just the right pimped-up cakes (completely covered in layers of pink and red marzipan tiny silver sugar balls and rose petals made from feather-light sugar) which look like they come from one of the newly popped-up cupcake shops Facebook in particular is responsible for exacerbating unspoken competitiveness due to images being posted of better looking and prettier cakes just after you posted your own in comparison pretty sad creations forcing you back into the kitchen to try again
One day itrsquos cutting out names from layers of chocolate the next itrsquos squirting curls and swirls of rainbow colours or grating organic carrots for the rather awkward lsquohealthyrsquo version the carrot cupcake
Shops have adjusted their aisles to make way for endless shelves of specialised products in all ranges of sweetness and multicoloured cuteness shapes tools mixtures and machines It is a whole world of custom products which just keeps growing and changing and you need to keep up with it all or risk being hopelessly left behind There are pink-coloured cook books workshops websites self-help groups and neglected overweight children crying for something non-sweet for once
But then after all your attempts and when you finally think you have achieved perfection before you know it you make a complete fool of yourself by serving the wrong type of sweet and colourful titbits because a new trend has already arrived That really makes you feel like a macaroon
All Caked Out
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Winter solstice is an exciting time of year when we all start dreaming of more sun more light and more inspiration Continuing the gemstone theme I would like to draw your attention to the very lovely and sparkling sunstone also known as heliolite It is the official gemstone of the US state of Oregon which is a prime source for this beautiful gem The name heliolite is derived from the Greek lsquoheliosrsquo and lsquolithosrsquo which mean lsquosunrsquo and lsquostonersquo It was first discovered in Viking burial mounds but despite its long history is not found in abundance
Sunstone is metallic in appearance and comes in red orange or green colours However cleaner red sunstone is very rare and commands proper gemstone prices The stone is a composite of oligoclase feldspar which also contains hematite or goethite The presence of hematite or goethite gives the stone its ability to reflect light hence the name sunstone Sunstone is said to be an inspiration stone able to bestow freedom independence and happiness It also said to reduce fear alleviate stress and bring good luck in any game of chance This sparkly stone has a further use in healing and is believed to endow its wearers with enhanced self-healing powers Other properties
Shine
By Evelina Kvartunaite
ndash
lsquoDreaming of more sun more light and more inspirationrsquo
ndash
include stimulating the vegetative autonomic nervous system and enhancing the harmonious functioning of all the bodyrsquos organs It is also quite helpful in cases of exhaustion due to lack of sleep
The gemstone is used to treat chronic sore throats and relieves pain caused by stomach ulcers It has proved successful in alleviating Seasonal Affective Disorder (or SAD) and is also known for relieving cartilage problems rheumatism and general aches and pains Sunstone helps in dealing with depression and frees its wearers from feelings of discrimination and failure as well as from perceptions of an lsquoevil worldrsquo Sunstone increases a personrsquos sense of self-esteem and self-worth
Sunstone is particularly beneficial when used in sunshine or sunlight It brings abundance to a personrsquos life and transforms negative energy into positive energy
If you have any other helpful tips you would like to share please let me know at evelinakvartunaiteconsultancymarketmediacom
76health amp well-being
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lsquoBestow freedom independence and happinessrsquo
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lsquoIt has proved successful in alleviating Seasonal Affective
Disorderrsquo
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world this lsquotrickeryrsquo has moved online With todayrsquos short attention spans the potential to draw users to a website and retain them is a crucial skill which is rewarded by the revenue that can be generated based on how long a user stays on a website Link-baiting should have been foreseen since it is inevitable
Every click on a website is a revenue-generating moment in terms of advertising The amount of adverts to which you can expose an online user as they click to and through your website is the currency used to determine whether an advertising agency spends its budget on one publication over another Real journalism and insightful opinions once drove online traffic for web publications but link-baiting is now seriously derailing this approach
Most of the time the story behind the sensational link does not live up to expectations A typical example of this can be found in the online edition of the Watford Observer on Tuesday 31 July 2012 The link-bait read ldquoCameron Diaz vows to kick drug habit with help of stepdadrdquo However following the link or falling for the bait led to the underwhelming story ldquoDrug user Cameron Diaz of Broomfield Rise Abbots Langley has sworn to clean up his act with the help of his stepfatherrdquo Although the story was factually correct the intention of the publication was to trick the
One of my previous articles described how online technology publications are subverting reality by not correctly echoing the sentiments of the consuming public Part of the cause of this is that usually in a bid to counter the majority of lacklustre stories floating around they subvert reality to make it more interesting How many non-geeks really care about the advantages of modelling parallelism on serial programs with the Intelreg Advisor XE Itrsquos certainly not a typically newsworthy story
As a result an annoying phenomenon has slowly been building momentum This is now quite evident all over the internet and is destroying good journalism The phenomenon is called Link-baiting Our trustworthy source of internet knowledge describes Link-bait(ing) as anything ldquointeresting enough to catch peoplersquos attentionrdquo (httpenwikipediaorgwikiLink_bait)
Link-baiting is synonymous with the sensational cover stories used on the front of magazines to entice people walking past to pick up the magazines and delve into them As with most things from the print
No news is good news
lsquoQuite evident all over the internet and is destroying good
journalismrsquo
By Simon Owusu
technology
TechBit Sio-Bytes
78
provider in America to the tune of US$ 400 million The initial story broke on the PRWEB website and the majority of online publications regurgitated the story with no additional insights such as the implications of such a deal which real journalism would call for None of them bothered to check the sources or the credibility of the story Millions of revenue-generating clicks later the more seasoned online publications such as CNN AllThings D and CNET broke the bigger story that the press release was fake and that both Google and ICOA Wireless had denied the story In a rush to break the story the first rule of journalism was contravened lsquoAlways check your sourcesrsquo
Given the transient nature of any false news stories posted on the internet these days the story quickly disappeared from most of the offending publications and today you will be hard pressed to find any mention of this slip-up The Sentinel we like to think always brings you the truth albeit typed on an iPad Mini so donrsquot count on us to follow such faulty phenomena and trends
online user into clicking on it due to the coincidental name-sharing of the Abbots Langley Cameron Diaz with the famous American actress Every link clicked demonstrates the potential for advertisers to reach larger audiences and generate revenue for the online publications
From the same school as link-baiting comes the phenomenon of lsquofirst past the postrsquo journalism within the advertising-driven online publication world In this type of journalism emphasis is placed on being first to publish or break a news story Online publications that are first to break a news story attract a high amount of traffic (which translates into large revenues generated by advertising) since they are the only source of that particular information for a short space of time Online users have no choice but to visit that particular site if they wish to read the scoop The downside of this is that in a bid to be first to reap the advertising revenues frequently news stories are not properly checked for credibility On Monday 26 November 2012 nearly every online technology publication published the story of Google purchasing ICOA Wireless a Wi-Fi hot-spot
lsquoFrequently news stories are not properly checked for credibilityrsquo
lsquolsquoAlways check your sourcesrsquorsquo
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these people in business suits are rushing to check in their business cases Irsquom manoeuvring my 19-metre ski bag between them Strange looks and questions donrsquot surprise me anymore The looks whispers and questions Irsquove had while on trains from one place to the next or on the tram after going to the beach on my way to the indoor slope this summer On the one hand they made me feel like I was some strange creature from another planet but on the other they got me extra stoked up about what Irsquom doing
As I write this itrsquos a week after I checked in my bags and Irsquom sitting in my favourite coffee shop Cuppa Joersquos in Breckenridge Colorado Over the past five days Irsquove been getting up every morning at around 630 am and getting out at around 800am Anyone who knows me will probably raise an eyebrow at this When Irsquom working at home on my photos and stories for the White Freeski Magazine where Irsquom editor-in-chief or on freelance assignments my daily rhythm is completely the opposite But I guess thatrsquos the nice thing about jetlag
Itrsquos hard to describe the feeling of finally getting back
You know that feeling of bubbly excitement you get when you are getting ready to go and do something yoursquove been anticipating for a long long time It might be finally nailing that presentation to finish up university cooking a great dinner for friends or excitement about meeting up with someone
Getting my bags out from the basement after they had been collecting dust for the past eight months prompted those feelings to rush through my veins once again Even though I donrsquot mind being home going to the beach and rehabbing my knee and visiting friends in different countries over the summer all this has taken place in the city and Irsquove been missing the mountains terribly As Irsquom getting my bags out it makes me realise that it really is almost time for me to click into my skis again and breathe in the fresh mountain air
After packing it was finally time to get on my flight to Denver Colorado on Monday morning While all
white outBubbles of Excitement
By Ananda van Welij
Just another girl from a country without mountains addicted to snow
lsquoGo and do something yoursquove been anticipating for a long long timersquo
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have ahead of me this winter Looking forward again instead of being bummed I try to focus on the bright side like I did while I was stuck at home rehabbing and walking on crutches Trying to be inspired by what I see around me and what others do and have instead of being frustrated by it
It makes me wonder about just working and meeting up with friends at home I know I have a privileged life as Irsquom sitting here but isnrsquot this something we all experience in our daily lives It can be hard to sit down let go of the frustration sadness and problems and look forward Itrsquos not always possible to do it overnight but I think that just trying makes you feel better and in the end it allows you to bubble with excitement again no matter if itrsquos for a day of skiing or for finishing that project
My new mission for this season is to stay positive and draw inspiration from the people and things around me Irsquoll let you know how Irsquom doing in three weeksrsquo time
onto my skis after being out for eight months due to a torn MCL Cruising down the hill feeling and hearing the snow crunch under my feet It might sound strange to you but to me itrsquos a special sort of magic I guess it has something to do with the dopamine your body makes while having a great rush of excitement Although Irsquom pretty tired right now and taking a day off from skiing just walking outside and knowing that I can go up the hill any moment I like makes me feel better
Being so excited to be back on the snow after an injury also has a downside It comes in the form of having to hold myself back Since my injury I havenrsquot been jumping or doing any crazy tricks Itrsquos hard seeing all my friends jump and having fun in the park knowing I really shouldnrsquot do any of that stuff yet My mind is screaming ldquoYou can do that toordquo But Irsquom scared of a repeat injury brought on by pushing myself too hard too fast I have to force myself to sit down talk to my friends and listen to their stories of having fun while being genuinely happy for them To enjoy the sun instead of freaking myself out eat some good food have a good laugh and think of all the fun trips I
lsquoExtra stoked up about what Irsquom doingrsquo
lsquoTo me itrsquos a special sort of magicrsquo
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We have reached the point of the season when the outstanding manager of the first half has his team profiled and receives a pat on the back An overall lead at Xmas more often than not means that the team has peaked during the first half of the season before going on to show signs of weakness This season unusually we have a manager who has led strongly from the very early weeks but who still has a full supply of substitutes in reserve This bodes ill for the other managers as even though he has been professionally hunted down to the point that his lead is now meagre (or even gone by the time this is published) Steven Fockema still holds all the aces given that his reserves remain intact while the chasersrsquo have been used up to varying degrees
Daft3Punks
GK Tim Krul (newcastle United) 25m ndash Out injured from the beginning of September until the end of November No proper form assessment possible so far this season and his team are in apparent gradual creep towards the relegation zone Rating 825
deF Jose enrique (Liverpool) 35m ndash At a work-in-progress team Now playing regularly as a midfielder and showing positive form Rating 85
deF daniel Agger (Liverpool) 4m ndash Still more bluster and posing than glory Rating 825
deF Winston Reid (West Ham) 1m ndash Doing New Zealand proud in the Premier League at his price West Ham may not secure a greater number of clean sheets in the second half of the season however Rating 80
deF Jan Vertonghen (Tottenham Hotspur) 45m ndash Handsome driving Belgian vanilla One of the stars of the season thus far Rating 90
mId Gareth Bale (Tottenham Hotspur) 55m ndash The most impressive individual player in the current Premier League Rating 915
mId michu (Swansea city) 2m ndash Incredible value at his price A natural goal-scorer extraordinaire who also gets around and shows versatility Rating 90
mId Yaya Toure (manchester city) 45m ndash Nowhere close to his form of the previous season even if that can change in the second half of this one Rating 850
FWd Fabio Borini (Liverpool) 3m ndash Tipped here to eventually do well but long-term injury befell him just at the time he was settling into his new team and system Rating 80
FWd olivier Giroud (Arsenal) 45m ndash Has been nudging levels above average of late Rating 850
FWd Papiss cisse (newcastle United) 5m ndash Another player showing an astonishing fall from the excellence of the final third of the previous season Newcastle United appear to need re-styling quickly Rating 825
overall rating 9340 (max 100)
The New Year will only bring fireworks given the keen match-up between FFG-CL managers
By Denson Pierre
The Gold Room
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CZECH REPUBLIC - STUNNINGLY DIFFERENT
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by Maharaja Sawai Singh II in 1727 Its buildings are striking and sites include the magnificent Amber Fort the Palace of the Winds and a fascinating observatory consisting of 14 geometric structures designed to record astronomical measurements Our final day was spent in the historic city of Patan Mahal which was founded in the 12th century It occupies a strategic defensive position nestled in a valley surrounded by three hills We stayed at the impressive Patan Mahal Palace which represents traditional Rajasthani architecture The Palace is situated on a hillside with terrific views We were transferred by camels through the village accompanied by a local brass band All the local children were amused at the site of British holiday makers indulging in a bit of nostalgia maybe regretting the days of Empire a little I particularly enjoyed seeing the children playing cricket which also reminded me of the British legacy The villagers are very poor but there is hope that with the growth of the Indian economy the quality of their lives will improve A walk through the village was interesting as we stumbled across small industries such as pottery and jewellery making
We were entertained on our final night with traditional dancing and wonderful food Sadly our tour had come to an end and all that now remain are dreams and the desire to return soon The vibrant colours of the women in their saris delicious food walking through a village tiger spotting and amazing palaces will forever live on in my memory
air-conditioned coach Indian roads and Indian driving is not for the faint hearted Cows bicycles tractors and pedestrians pass on any side they can and the rule of the road seems to be simply get from here to there by the shortest route Each individual driver seems to have their own interpretation of how to negotiate dual carriageways and roundabouts Sacred cows and all other animals have right of way and the loudest horn takes precedence Our next stop was Fatehpur Sikri an ancient sandstone city built by Mogul Emperor Akbar in the 16th century as Indiarsquos political capital It was abandoned only 15 years after construction when the capital was relocated back to Agra leaving Fatehpur Sikri preserved as a medieval fortress of red sandstone The intricate architecture including Islamic Hindu and Christian symbols is breathtaking
Our next rail journey was to Sawai Madhopur lodge This accommodation had the wow factor since it had previously belonged to a Maharaja The lodge was the perfect setting for the most exciting two days of our trip the visit to Ranthambore National Park I didnrsquot believe that I would actually see tigers as animals in the wild can be unpredictable I was humbled and amazed when we first spotted a female tiger with her two cubs This majestic and beautiful beast has starred in television documentaries and it was a privilege to see her in her natural habitat The park covers 159 hectares and is home to more than 300 species of birds as well as monkeys and deer
On the eighth day we travelled to Jaipur or lsquothe pink cityrsquo It is the capital of Rajasthan and was founded
ndash
lsquoThe jewel of Islamic art as well as one of the Seven Wonders of the World lsquo
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ndash
lsquoSacred cows and all other animals have right of way and the loudest horn takes
precedencelsquo
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lsquoThere is hope that with the growth of the Indian economy the quality of their lives will
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Wintry Wonders
ndashlsquoThe sturdy weather-defying people we arersquo
perspectives20
Wintry Wonders
By Sam van Dam
In recent years Amsterdam has been blessed or cursed depending on your point of view by regular snowfall in the winter to spring period It still feels like a bit of a novelty given that we usually experience a grey rainy mess around Christmas time instead of a white blanket With snow becoming a regular but still novel visitor to our beloved city and country our reactions to it cover the full range of emotions from childlike joy that makes us look up into the sky with our tongue sticking out to catch some of the little fluffy flakes followed by a frantic run to the attic to find those old ice-skates among all the rubble to angry fist-shaking at the heavens followed by a desperate soul-crushing ldquoNoooooordquo usually from those who own a car and have to start their day with some hand-numbing ice removal from the frozen windows of their vehicles not to mention the inevitable traffic jams
ndashlsquoNegotiate your steel horse through piles of ice and snow covering every surfacersquo
perspectives21
ndashlsquoAn iced-over surface is the natural enemy of anything moving across itrsquo
perspectives22
clouds Going by the sheer number of mangled locals hauled off to hospital emergency rooms each January it often seems like we forget everything wersquove learned in previous winters or we simply enjoy kissing the cold asphalt while the bike chain wraps itself around our cold stiffened necks No other explanation makes sense The safest advice is to stay inside until the worst is over but since most of us need to go out and make a living or at least visit the shops to stock up on hot chocolate and whipped cream for those long dark evenings by the fireplace hibernation is sadly not an option Luckily the periods of time when we have to deal with ice and snow are usually short lived and there is always the alternative of the public transport system for those who donrsquot dare to confront the frozen world wheel-on And of course there is one thing that unites all of us in a feverish winter dream and makes us forget all the downsides of the cold season the thought that we might be able to ice-skate on the canals rivers and waterways of our lovely little country There is a magic word that we only dare to whisper for fear that once itrsquos spoken out loud the temperature will rise instantly so Irsquom going to write it in tiny letters only Elfstedentocht (Eleven city tour) This ice-skating race of over 200 kilometres through the beautiful frozen Frisian landscape is the pinnacle of winter wonderland fun for the entire family We were last able to enjoy this mysterious and elusive pleasure in 1997 so wish us luck and hopefully this season we can live the dream again May the winter gods be with us
Being the sturdy weather-defying people we are it does not bother us much to hop on our bikes and face the white landscape But there are a few things to consider before throwing yourself into a winter storm trying to negotiate your steel horse through piles of ice and snow covering every surface Make sure to dress properly ndash itrsquos best to wear several layers of clothing which allows the air trapped in between to warm up and keep you comfortable The outer layer should really be waterproof as snow can become rain in an instant here and you donrsquot want to be stuck in a woollen jacket that will freeze solid and cover you with an icy crust when the wind turns in your direction A nice thick hat and gloves are mandatory the head being the area of your body from which most heat exits and you donrsquot want to let that happen Keep it under wraps to ensure proper brain activity and intact ears even if yoursquore caught out in one of those mini-blizzards that can just pop up out of nowhere Once yoursquore all bundled up and ready for the ride there is of course the small issue of the streets being completely covered in icy sludge the kind that has created wrinkles of despair and fear across the foreheads of generations of Dutch men and women An iced-over surface is the natural enemy of anything moving across it and especially those with only two wheels which have a natural tendency to fall over when not held in check by the trained thighs of a road warrior It is highly advisable to ride slowly and carefully keeping an eye on the road ahead of you for frozen patches These can usually be easily identified by the number of falling bodies and crashing bikes of those who seem to think that gravity is suspended once the fluffy stuff starts drifting down from the
travelperspectives23
perspectives24
ndashlsquoWrite it in tiny letters only Elfstedentocht (Eleven city tour)rsquo
perspectives25
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A Russian bears a Chinese panda
Moscow
Once a year I take a foreign holiday and every time I want it to be something special In order to experience the gorgeous Chinese culture and to faint at the sight of enormous skyscrapers in November 2012 I departed Moscow for Hong Kong I wanted my trip to include cultural aspects be affordable and bring something new into my life Looking back I am happy to say that my holiday completely satisfied all these criteria
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By Tatiana Igumensheva
28
ndash
lsquoA casino which is often the only purpose for visiting Macau especially for people from mainland China and
Hong Kongrsquo
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travel
Macau
Having landed in Honk Kong I took a ferry to Macau which is not as large as its nickname the lsquoAsian Las Vegasrsquo suggests It took me just a day to complete my sightseeing and another to buy souvenirs The only place I omitted from my explorations was a casino which is often the only purpose for visiting Macau especially for people from mainland China and Hong Kong Temples natas (exquisite tarts) Portuguese architecture from the 19th century alongside huge skyscrapers this is the Macau I will remember It is very clean and most museums and temples do not charge for admission I enjoyed the Mandarinrsquos House most of all ndash a great example of home and everyday life habits Jesuit temples are gorgeous as well as the fortress with its lighthouse and of course Macaursquos most famous landmark the ruins of St Paulrsquos cathedral
Macau is a former Portuguese colony and if this one is anything to go by this is something the Portuguese were great at The old city centre has the atmosphere of a small tranquil town ndash very safe and friendly ndash which is exactly what it is both Macau and Hong Kong are probably the two safest places in the world The only thing that was a constant worry was the fact that Macau (and Hong Kong) has no open spaces at all The roads just keep going up and down up and downhellip
Good cardio exercise though I went through it for two days in Macau and then continued my hiking in Hong Kong
Hong Kong
Signs of British colonialism in Hong Kong are noticeable by their absence It was all destroyed in order to make use of every square metre An absence of land has made Hong Kong a temple to skyscrapers and the Chinese appear to have mastered this art perfectly
The first place to see is surely The Peak however Even if you are hysterically afraid of heights you simply must go there This is one view you will never forget Visit it at least twice ndash in the afternoon and in the evening ndash and you will see two different cities below Then take a walk through the central area The way the buildings almost literally scrape the sky excites me every time I look up ndash itlsquos amazing By the way despite being such a technological nation the local Chinese care about the environment in all aspects of their lives They are fond of trees even in a small city-centre park so they can take a little rest on their way to work and they really seem to care about nature There are huge penalties for littering smoking in prohibited areas and great attention to recycling Hong Kong is a city that cares ndash thatrsquos my first impression
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lsquoAn absence of land has made Hong Kong a temple to skyscrapersrsquo
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Another thought I had about all of this progress around me is that being such a progressive society the local Chinese never stopped to become fundamentally religious There are many temples and statues so many religions live together in this peaceful place That was a completely new lifestyle experience for me skyscrapers happily standing alongside all sorts of religious buildings Maybe thatrsquos what freedom of faith is all about
If you manage to get there try to visit all the places described in the tourist guidebooks They are really worth seeing Hong Kong residents spend their weekends visiting these places themselves Ocean Park Big Buddha Mid-levels the Avenue of Stars Hong Kong Park the Botanical and Zoological Gardenshellip I enjoyed all of them greatly
However what struck me the most was the people Forever smiling kind and always helpful Talking to them was a pleasure And some of them cook such delicious dishes that I was ready to eat the plate By the way do not forget that Hong Kong is the capital of international cuisine ndash so try everything Except for Borsch (some restaurants offer it) with which I still believe it is better to get acquainted in Russia or Ukraine All sorts of noodles rice and dumplings are
available here I tried Vietnamese Indian and Hong Kong cuisine and I cannot say which I like morehellip So Hong Kong is a wonderful opportunity to try everything
One last bit of advice if you can afford it take a hotel room with harbour view which will pay you back with interest My harbour-view hotel room suited me perfectly When I was tired of walking I went to my room had a glass of wine watched the lights shimmering on the other side of harbour and was completely happy
I am just reaching the end of my holiday taking a rest in my room and feeling really jealous of anyone about to visit Hong Kong for the first time You are going to enjoy so many exciting emotionshellip
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lsquoThe local Chinese care about the environment in all aspects of their livesrsquo
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lsquoHong Kong is a city that caresrsquo
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Silent nights
Winter nights are well suited to staying indoors in the warmth especially after dark Not everyone is a lowland bear however and most of us need thoughtful stimulation to keep smiling through cold nights spent away from living quarters Luckily for Amsterdammers who pay attention from time to time extremely interesting and creative happenings are staged at a price anyone can afford The idea is simple tour the lights of lsquoNew Cityrsquo Amsterdam at night spending a couple of hours on a sturdy comfortable and warm (enclosed) historical craft The city falls silent as soon as you leave the pier and the transformation is complete when the city becomes simply unrecognisable with its flat lines interrupted by a few high-rising buildings shimmering back at you Some things in Amsterdam remain refreshingly surprising even to its well-cured darlings Not much beats having couple glasses of wine while splashing across the IJsselmeer and struggling to figure out which section of the city you are gazing upon through the silence of an icy night
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The Sentinel took up the enthusiastic invitation from the people of the annually occurring Dutch-Lithuanian art event on December 1 The Dutch aspect of the event day and night together with the displayed art was not particularly significant in this case however given that it was one of the more complete cultural cuisine musical and heartily drinking events that the recent European Union arrivalrsquos creative set could conjure with the help of their foreign desk and local culture funds A well produced and expansive programme could be sampled and lightning insight garnered into the culture and artistic impressions of a pearl of Baltic civilisation Vilnius met Amsterdam It just may be time for this e-zine to delve even deeper into Lithuania
See wwwltartnl
Iron Wolves
By Denson Pierre
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MechelenAuthentic and full of surprises Thatrsquos Mechelen Hospitable and honourable Thatrsquos the people of Mechelen Come and experience the cityrsquos urban charms for yourself Mechelen
Authentic and full of surprises Thatrsquos Mechelen Hospitable and honourable Thatrsquos the people of Mechelen Come and experience the cityrsquos urban charms for yourself
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CafeacuteBar Review Batavia 1920
lsquoClassic bar art embraces you as you enterrsquo
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Batavia 1920Prins Hendrikkade 85 1012 AE Amsterdam
It is always handy to know of a wholesome cafeacutebar that ticks all the boxes even if it happens to be located at the busiest point of the old city (obliquely opposite Central Station) Over the course of the different seasons I managed to assess this fine establishment which serves as another reminder of what good honest bars are all about There is still quality available in Amsterdam
AmbianceThoughtful solid furniture easy lighting and classic bar art embraces you as you enter With a chess club professional dart board regular parties and borrels the vibe ranges daily from mellow to vibrant Rating 5
StaffregularsOn my most recent visit I had the pleasure of Elizabeth and Jamie leading the service but staff members are always experienced service is quick and drinks are de-livered with fresh smiles whoever happens to be work-ing The regulars are plentiful and the bar emanates the energy of a good professional lsquoIrishrsquo bar attracting an eclectic international mix to this super-central location It is a perfect meeting point for friends from any cardi-nal direction with the national transportation hub being literally just across the road Rating 5
Televised sportAmple flat screens and channels Rating 4
PricesIn general the prices are standard Central Amsterdam levels which is sadly typical of grand cafeacutes in this post-code area What works in Bataviarsquos favour is that it has an above-average selection of lsquoBelgian beautiesrsquo (beer) on offer Given the advised dosage having two or three should not leave you broke or broken The kitchen also has quite a strong reputation for above-average pub fare The Sunday roast dinner is especially popular and keeps folk who like that sort of thing coming back as often as they can afford it Rating 3
MusicGenuinely diverse popular and world music from a crisp-sounding digital sound system and staff members seem to have cool taste in music Rating 5
Smoking area provisionThere is a large smoking room on the lower level Sim-ple and ingenious air-conditioning allows you to spend your full upstairs session there without the sense of be-ing fumigated If you were not told about the smoking area below you would not know there was one Rating 5
Total rating 2730(Ratings from 1-5 where 1 = Very poor and 5 = Excel-lent)
By Denson Pierre
lsquoA perfect meeting point for friends from any cardinal directionrsquo
cafebar review6
1
lsquoIt has an above-average selection of lsquoBelgian beautiesrsquorsquo
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lsquoStaff members seem to have cool taste in musicrsquo
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star beer guide
The SentinelStar beer guide
lsquoFind the better bars serving it at the right price in the New Yearrsquo
Clever marketing and an effective pricing campaign has led to this A-class standard-bearing blonde becoming one of the most easily found lsquorealrsquo beers in Amsterdam cafeacutes and bars With its distinctive charisma and fresh fruity taste it sits just on the edge in terms of strength and only the brave and seasoned can be found using it as a session beer Prices across Amsterdam for the same Trappist-glass measure can range dramatically from euro 250 to euro 425 per glass so there is fun to be had trying to find the better bars serving it at the right price in the New Year Your search will be rewarded by this cool classic
Grimbergen Blonde is brewed by Alken-Maes Alken Belgium
By Denson Pierre
GRIMBERGEN BLONDE (67 ABV)
67star beer guide
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BRING BACK
A substantial amount of the culture on mainland Europe revolves around platinum-standard beer of various descriptions and fl avours being easily available Amsterdam is not lacking in cafeacutes bars off licences supermarkets and online outlets stocking truly great beers available either immediately or within 24 hours With the growing popularity of high-yeast and high alcohol by volume brands how these drinks are served is a cause for concern however
Led by the Belgians and French the art of designing a glass that refl ects the individual quality of the liquid experience within is among these productsrsquo most out-standing features after their fl avour and power to in-toxicate Any beer of decent repute has its own glass in which it is intended to be served This always takes the form and size of a sensible measure to ensure a taste experience at the correct temperature and allow people to enjoy the evoked sensations before fi nding them-selves suddenly and blindingly drunk What we now often fi nd in tourist-pressed Amsterdam are these lsquoreal beersrsquo being off ered and served to ignorant punters in pint (or half-litre) measures leading to people becom-ing drunk at speed and destroying the overall aesthetic of lsquobeering itrsquo with style
The Sentinel says bring back the serving of high-alco-hol-content drinks in appropriate measures and if pos-sible in the glasses especially designed for the purpose This would be desirable for all manner of reasons not least health and safety Barkeepers can be educators too and it shouldnrsquot be too diffi cult to persuade tourists (usually German British and Irish) who represent the majority of volume drinkers in the cityrsquos more desirable watering holes It is foolish greedy and uncouth to con-sume high-alcohol beverages in such volumes and not expect to end up senselessly drunk and ultimately spoil the whole experience Volume drinkers should simply be directed to the lsquopiss waterrsquo beers of which there are many to satiate their needs and leave the quality beer tours for when they have educated themselves in the culture and manner of consumption that ensures maxi-mum pleasure and above all style
By Denson Pierre
STYLED BEER GLASSES
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We find the best most fun most typical exciting or local favourite restaurants etcetera in Amsterdam and bring them to you an easy way to feel like a local
Het Compagnie Theater Amsterdam 12122012
Recommended
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EUROGIFTSXenonweg 9 3812 SZ Amersfoort
Tel 033 - 454 35 75 - Fax 033 - 454 35 79E-mail lmproefeurogiftsnl
Website wwweurogiftsnl
FILMPROEF
ORDERNUMMER 6021022ARTIKELNUMMER 65123
Ware grootte (indien uitgeprint)Kleur opdruk Wit
Mulligans Irish Music BarAmsterdamrsquos best address for live Irish music Five (5) nights a week Check our agenda for upcoming sessions
Cafeacute KostverlorenCafeacute Kostverloren is a contemporary cafe offering the cosiness of a saloon an open kitchen and the intimacy of a living room During summer there is a large sunny terrace and during winter an open fi replace
VibesVibes is a relaxing cafecocktail bar art gallery with a large selection of coffees herbal teas homemade cakes and an amazing card of cocktails made with fresh fruit by a professional cocktail bartenderEnjoy our Italian kitchen in a cosy and friendly atmosphere
IncantoIncanto is a restaurant with a classic Italian kitchen Venetian chef Simone Ambrosin is known for his pure and simple style of cooking with feeling for nuance The wine list contains over 150 Italian wines
Planet RosePlanet Rose is the fi rst Caribbean restaurant in the Netherlands which specializes in Jamaican cuisine The menu features a daily changing selection of JamaicanCaribbean dishes and they ensure that you enjoy the whole expe-rience while dining with them
Cafe TisfrisCafe Tisfris is recognisable for its landmarks funky pillars and terrace Tisfris offers a friendly service and is a great pit stop for ldquoyummyrdquo refreshments
Cafe restaurant EdelCafe restaurant Edel is the perfect place for lunch dinner or to simply enjoy a drink Edel is a unique place in Amsterdam
Cafeacute OportoCafeacute Oporto is a traditional Amsterdam lsquobrown cafersquo Welcoming tourists and regular customers alike they offer televised sports wireless internet connection and a wide range of reasonably priced beers and spirits
Connoisseurs Delight Fun Drinking amp MusicTo Be Seen and Tasted
To Be Seen and Tasted
Fun Drinking amp Music
Connoisseurs Delight
Connoisseurs Delight
To Be Seen and Tasted
Neighbourhood cosy
Opera Prima - Patisserie Bistro TraiteurThe best place in town for lunch exquisite high teas or brunches and all of your luxury catering both private and corporate
Kinkerstraat 228 Amsterdamwwwoperaprimanl
St Antoniebreestraat 142 Amsterdamwwwtisfrisnl
Postjesweg 1 1057 DT Amsterdamwwwedelamsterdamnl
Zoutsteeg 1 1012 LX Amsterdamwwwcafeoportonethome
Amstel 100 1017 AC Amsterdamwwwmulligansnl
2e Kostverlorenkade 70 Amsterdamwwwcafekostverlorennl
Jan Pieter Heijestraat 137 Amsterdamwwwwixcomvibes137vibes
Amstel 2 Amsterdamwwwrestaurant-incantonl
Nicolaas Beetsstraat 47 Amsterdamwwwplanetroseinfo
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Where is this inAmsterdam
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Room 2cfilm
This is the one that will make you pause James Stewart one of my top ten actors of all time plays a businessman fighting to keep his life and family together while everything is crashing down around him In steps an lsquoangelrsquo to try and convince him that life is not as bad as it seems and that other people would be a lot worse off without him Probably the highest rated film Irsquove ever reviewed and one of the most Christmas-delicious I know
Could you walk 2400 kilometres while being pursued with little more than a longing to return to your homeland and mother to keep you and your dependant companions going Would you do this twice This utterly moving film highlights the true-life Australian apartheid practices of the twentieth century and the trauma it caused to native Australians The barren landscapes provide the perfect backdrop for compelling cinema-tography and its dryness will be irrigated by your tears
By David King
By dpmotions
Itrsquos a Wonderful Life (1946)
Rabbit-Proof Fence (2002)
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74trends
lsquoFacebook in particular is responsible for exacerbating unspoken competitivenessrsquo
By Dirkje Bakker-Pierre
Trends in the food industry are moving faster than lightning and are harder and harder to keep up with When you are all geared up to create your own artsy cupcakes all of a sudden cupcakes are out and macaroons are the flavour of the day
Sweat dripping and cheeks burning with stress levels going through the roof women all around the country have been toiling night and day to create just the right pimped-up cakes (completely covered in layers of pink and red marzipan tiny silver sugar balls and rose petals made from feather-light sugar) which look like they come from one of the newly popped-up cupcake shops Facebook in particular is responsible for exacerbating unspoken competitiveness due to images being posted of better looking and prettier cakes just after you posted your own in comparison pretty sad creations forcing you back into the kitchen to try again
One day itrsquos cutting out names from layers of chocolate the next itrsquos squirting curls and swirls of rainbow colours or grating organic carrots for the rather awkward lsquohealthyrsquo version the carrot cupcake
Shops have adjusted their aisles to make way for endless shelves of specialised products in all ranges of sweetness and multicoloured cuteness shapes tools mixtures and machines It is a whole world of custom products which just keeps growing and changing and you need to keep up with it all or risk being hopelessly left behind There are pink-coloured cook books workshops websites self-help groups and neglected overweight children crying for something non-sweet for once
But then after all your attempts and when you finally think you have achieved perfection before you know it you make a complete fool of yourself by serving the wrong type of sweet and colourful titbits because a new trend has already arrived That really makes you feel like a macaroon
All Caked Out
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Winter solstice is an exciting time of year when we all start dreaming of more sun more light and more inspiration Continuing the gemstone theme I would like to draw your attention to the very lovely and sparkling sunstone also known as heliolite It is the official gemstone of the US state of Oregon which is a prime source for this beautiful gem The name heliolite is derived from the Greek lsquoheliosrsquo and lsquolithosrsquo which mean lsquosunrsquo and lsquostonersquo It was first discovered in Viking burial mounds but despite its long history is not found in abundance
Sunstone is metallic in appearance and comes in red orange or green colours However cleaner red sunstone is very rare and commands proper gemstone prices The stone is a composite of oligoclase feldspar which also contains hematite or goethite The presence of hematite or goethite gives the stone its ability to reflect light hence the name sunstone Sunstone is said to be an inspiration stone able to bestow freedom independence and happiness It also said to reduce fear alleviate stress and bring good luck in any game of chance This sparkly stone has a further use in healing and is believed to endow its wearers with enhanced self-healing powers Other properties
Shine
By Evelina Kvartunaite
ndash
lsquoDreaming of more sun more light and more inspirationrsquo
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include stimulating the vegetative autonomic nervous system and enhancing the harmonious functioning of all the bodyrsquos organs It is also quite helpful in cases of exhaustion due to lack of sleep
The gemstone is used to treat chronic sore throats and relieves pain caused by stomach ulcers It has proved successful in alleviating Seasonal Affective Disorder (or SAD) and is also known for relieving cartilage problems rheumatism and general aches and pains Sunstone helps in dealing with depression and frees its wearers from feelings of discrimination and failure as well as from perceptions of an lsquoevil worldrsquo Sunstone increases a personrsquos sense of self-esteem and self-worth
Sunstone is particularly beneficial when used in sunshine or sunlight It brings abundance to a personrsquos life and transforms negative energy into positive energy
If you have any other helpful tips you would like to share please let me know at evelinakvartunaiteconsultancymarketmediacom
76health amp well-being
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lsquoBestow freedom independence and happinessrsquo
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lsquoIt has proved successful in alleviating Seasonal Affective
Disorderrsquo
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world this lsquotrickeryrsquo has moved online With todayrsquos short attention spans the potential to draw users to a website and retain them is a crucial skill which is rewarded by the revenue that can be generated based on how long a user stays on a website Link-baiting should have been foreseen since it is inevitable
Every click on a website is a revenue-generating moment in terms of advertising The amount of adverts to which you can expose an online user as they click to and through your website is the currency used to determine whether an advertising agency spends its budget on one publication over another Real journalism and insightful opinions once drove online traffic for web publications but link-baiting is now seriously derailing this approach
Most of the time the story behind the sensational link does not live up to expectations A typical example of this can be found in the online edition of the Watford Observer on Tuesday 31 July 2012 The link-bait read ldquoCameron Diaz vows to kick drug habit with help of stepdadrdquo However following the link or falling for the bait led to the underwhelming story ldquoDrug user Cameron Diaz of Broomfield Rise Abbots Langley has sworn to clean up his act with the help of his stepfatherrdquo Although the story was factually correct the intention of the publication was to trick the
One of my previous articles described how online technology publications are subverting reality by not correctly echoing the sentiments of the consuming public Part of the cause of this is that usually in a bid to counter the majority of lacklustre stories floating around they subvert reality to make it more interesting How many non-geeks really care about the advantages of modelling parallelism on serial programs with the Intelreg Advisor XE Itrsquos certainly not a typically newsworthy story
As a result an annoying phenomenon has slowly been building momentum This is now quite evident all over the internet and is destroying good journalism The phenomenon is called Link-baiting Our trustworthy source of internet knowledge describes Link-bait(ing) as anything ldquointeresting enough to catch peoplersquos attentionrdquo (httpenwikipediaorgwikiLink_bait)
Link-baiting is synonymous with the sensational cover stories used on the front of magazines to entice people walking past to pick up the magazines and delve into them As with most things from the print
No news is good news
lsquoQuite evident all over the internet and is destroying good
journalismrsquo
By Simon Owusu
technology
TechBit Sio-Bytes
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provider in America to the tune of US$ 400 million The initial story broke on the PRWEB website and the majority of online publications regurgitated the story with no additional insights such as the implications of such a deal which real journalism would call for None of them bothered to check the sources or the credibility of the story Millions of revenue-generating clicks later the more seasoned online publications such as CNN AllThings D and CNET broke the bigger story that the press release was fake and that both Google and ICOA Wireless had denied the story In a rush to break the story the first rule of journalism was contravened lsquoAlways check your sourcesrsquo
Given the transient nature of any false news stories posted on the internet these days the story quickly disappeared from most of the offending publications and today you will be hard pressed to find any mention of this slip-up The Sentinel we like to think always brings you the truth albeit typed on an iPad Mini so donrsquot count on us to follow such faulty phenomena and trends
online user into clicking on it due to the coincidental name-sharing of the Abbots Langley Cameron Diaz with the famous American actress Every link clicked demonstrates the potential for advertisers to reach larger audiences and generate revenue for the online publications
From the same school as link-baiting comes the phenomenon of lsquofirst past the postrsquo journalism within the advertising-driven online publication world In this type of journalism emphasis is placed on being first to publish or break a news story Online publications that are first to break a news story attract a high amount of traffic (which translates into large revenues generated by advertising) since they are the only source of that particular information for a short space of time Online users have no choice but to visit that particular site if they wish to read the scoop The downside of this is that in a bid to be first to reap the advertising revenues frequently news stories are not properly checked for credibility On Monday 26 November 2012 nearly every online technology publication published the story of Google purchasing ICOA Wireless a Wi-Fi hot-spot
lsquoFrequently news stories are not properly checked for credibilityrsquo
lsquolsquoAlways check your sourcesrsquorsquo
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these people in business suits are rushing to check in their business cases Irsquom manoeuvring my 19-metre ski bag between them Strange looks and questions donrsquot surprise me anymore The looks whispers and questions Irsquove had while on trains from one place to the next or on the tram after going to the beach on my way to the indoor slope this summer On the one hand they made me feel like I was some strange creature from another planet but on the other they got me extra stoked up about what Irsquom doing
As I write this itrsquos a week after I checked in my bags and Irsquom sitting in my favourite coffee shop Cuppa Joersquos in Breckenridge Colorado Over the past five days Irsquove been getting up every morning at around 630 am and getting out at around 800am Anyone who knows me will probably raise an eyebrow at this When Irsquom working at home on my photos and stories for the White Freeski Magazine where Irsquom editor-in-chief or on freelance assignments my daily rhythm is completely the opposite But I guess thatrsquos the nice thing about jetlag
Itrsquos hard to describe the feeling of finally getting back
You know that feeling of bubbly excitement you get when you are getting ready to go and do something yoursquove been anticipating for a long long time It might be finally nailing that presentation to finish up university cooking a great dinner for friends or excitement about meeting up with someone
Getting my bags out from the basement after they had been collecting dust for the past eight months prompted those feelings to rush through my veins once again Even though I donrsquot mind being home going to the beach and rehabbing my knee and visiting friends in different countries over the summer all this has taken place in the city and Irsquove been missing the mountains terribly As Irsquom getting my bags out it makes me realise that it really is almost time for me to click into my skis again and breathe in the fresh mountain air
After packing it was finally time to get on my flight to Denver Colorado on Monday morning While all
white outBubbles of Excitement
By Ananda van Welij
Just another girl from a country without mountains addicted to snow
lsquoGo and do something yoursquove been anticipating for a long long timersquo
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have ahead of me this winter Looking forward again instead of being bummed I try to focus on the bright side like I did while I was stuck at home rehabbing and walking on crutches Trying to be inspired by what I see around me and what others do and have instead of being frustrated by it
It makes me wonder about just working and meeting up with friends at home I know I have a privileged life as Irsquom sitting here but isnrsquot this something we all experience in our daily lives It can be hard to sit down let go of the frustration sadness and problems and look forward Itrsquos not always possible to do it overnight but I think that just trying makes you feel better and in the end it allows you to bubble with excitement again no matter if itrsquos for a day of skiing or for finishing that project
My new mission for this season is to stay positive and draw inspiration from the people and things around me Irsquoll let you know how Irsquom doing in three weeksrsquo time
onto my skis after being out for eight months due to a torn MCL Cruising down the hill feeling and hearing the snow crunch under my feet It might sound strange to you but to me itrsquos a special sort of magic I guess it has something to do with the dopamine your body makes while having a great rush of excitement Although Irsquom pretty tired right now and taking a day off from skiing just walking outside and knowing that I can go up the hill any moment I like makes me feel better
Being so excited to be back on the snow after an injury also has a downside It comes in the form of having to hold myself back Since my injury I havenrsquot been jumping or doing any crazy tricks Itrsquos hard seeing all my friends jump and having fun in the park knowing I really shouldnrsquot do any of that stuff yet My mind is screaming ldquoYou can do that toordquo But Irsquom scared of a repeat injury brought on by pushing myself too hard too fast I have to force myself to sit down talk to my friends and listen to their stories of having fun while being genuinely happy for them To enjoy the sun instead of freaking myself out eat some good food have a good laugh and think of all the fun trips I
lsquoExtra stoked up about what Irsquom doingrsquo
lsquoTo me itrsquos a special sort of magicrsquo
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We have reached the point of the season when the outstanding manager of the first half has his team profiled and receives a pat on the back An overall lead at Xmas more often than not means that the team has peaked during the first half of the season before going on to show signs of weakness This season unusually we have a manager who has led strongly from the very early weeks but who still has a full supply of substitutes in reserve This bodes ill for the other managers as even though he has been professionally hunted down to the point that his lead is now meagre (or even gone by the time this is published) Steven Fockema still holds all the aces given that his reserves remain intact while the chasersrsquo have been used up to varying degrees
Daft3Punks
GK Tim Krul (newcastle United) 25m ndash Out injured from the beginning of September until the end of November No proper form assessment possible so far this season and his team are in apparent gradual creep towards the relegation zone Rating 825
deF Jose enrique (Liverpool) 35m ndash At a work-in-progress team Now playing regularly as a midfielder and showing positive form Rating 85
deF daniel Agger (Liverpool) 4m ndash Still more bluster and posing than glory Rating 825
deF Winston Reid (West Ham) 1m ndash Doing New Zealand proud in the Premier League at his price West Ham may not secure a greater number of clean sheets in the second half of the season however Rating 80
deF Jan Vertonghen (Tottenham Hotspur) 45m ndash Handsome driving Belgian vanilla One of the stars of the season thus far Rating 90
mId Gareth Bale (Tottenham Hotspur) 55m ndash The most impressive individual player in the current Premier League Rating 915
mId michu (Swansea city) 2m ndash Incredible value at his price A natural goal-scorer extraordinaire who also gets around and shows versatility Rating 90
mId Yaya Toure (manchester city) 45m ndash Nowhere close to his form of the previous season even if that can change in the second half of this one Rating 850
FWd Fabio Borini (Liverpool) 3m ndash Tipped here to eventually do well but long-term injury befell him just at the time he was settling into his new team and system Rating 80
FWd olivier Giroud (Arsenal) 45m ndash Has been nudging levels above average of late Rating 850
FWd Papiss cisse (newcastle United) 5m ndash Another player showing an astonishing fall from the excellence of the final third of the previous season Newcastle United appear to need re-styling quickly Rating 825
overall rating 9340 (max 100)
The New Year will only bring fireworks given the keen match-up between FFG-CL managers
By Denson Pierre
The Gold Room
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CZECH REPUBLIC - STUNNINGLY DIFFERENT
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Wintry Wonders
ndashlsquoThe sturdy weather-defying people we arersquo
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Wintry Wonders
By Sam van Dam
In recent years Amsterdam has been blessed or cursed depending on your point of view by regular snowfall in the winter to spring period It still feels like a bit of a novelty given that we usually experience a grey rainy mess around Christmas time instead of a white blanket With snow becoming a regular but still novel visitor to our beloved city and country our reactions to it cover the full range of emotions from childlike joy that makes us look up into the sky with our tongue sticking out to catch some of the little fluffy flakes followed by a frantic run to the attic to find those old ice-skates among all the rubble to angry fist-shaking at the heavens followed by a desperate soul-crushing ldquoNoooooordquo usually from those who own a car and have to start their day with some hand-numbing ice removal from the frozen windows of their vehicles not to mention the inevitable traffic jams
ndashlsquoNegotiate your steel horse through piles of ice and snow covering every surfacersquo
perspectives21
ndashlsquoAn iced-over surface is the natural enemy of anything moving across itrsquo
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clouds Going by the sheer number of mangled locals hauled off to hospital emergency rooms each January it often seems like we forget everything wersquove learned in previous winters or we simply enjoy kissing the cold asphalt while the bike chain wraps itself around our cold stiffened necks No other explanation makes sense The safest advice is to stay inside until the worst is over but since most of us need to go out and make a living or at least visit the shops to stock up on hot chocolate and whipped cream for those long dark evenings by the fireplace hibernation is sadly not an option Luckily the periods of time when we have to deal with ice and snow are usually short lived and there is always the alternative of the public transport system for those who donrsquot dare to confront the frozen world wheel-on And of course there is one thing that unites all of us in a feverish winter dream and makes us forget all the downsides of the cold season the thought that we might be able to ice-skate on the canals rivers and waterways of our lovely little country There is a magic word that we only dare to whisper for fear that once itrsquos spoken out loud the temperature will rise instantly so Irsquom going to write it in tiny letters only Elfstedentocht (Eleven city tour) This ice-skating race of over 200 kilometres through the beautiful frozen Frisian landscape is the pinnacle of winter wonderland fun for the entire family We were last able to enjoy this mysterious and elusive pleasure in 1997 so wish us luck and hopefully this season we can live the dream again May the winter gods be with us
Being the sturdy weather-defying people we are it does not bother us much to hop on our bikes and face the white landscape But there are a few things to consider before throwing yourself into a winter storm trying to negotiate your steel horse through piles of ice and snow covering every surface Make sure to dress properly ndash itrsquos best to wear several layers of clothing which allows the air trapped in between to warm up and keep you comfortable The outer layer should really be waterproof as snow can become rain in an instant here and you donrsquot want to be stuck in a woollen jacket that will freeze solid and cover you with an icy crust when the wind turns in your direction A nice thick hat and gloves are mandatory the head being the area of your body from which most heat exits and you donrsquot want to let that happen Keep it under wraps to ensure proper brain activity and intact ears even if yoursquore caught out in one of those mini-blizzards that can just pop up out of nowhere Once yoursquore all bundled up and ready for the ride there is of course the small issue of the streets being completely covered in icy sludge the kind that has created wrinkles of despair and fear across the foreheads of generations of Dutch men and women An iced-over surface is the natural enemy of anything moving across it and especially those with only two wheels which have a natural tendency to fall over when not held in check by the trained thighs of a road warrior It is highly advisable to ride slowly and carefully keeping an eye on the road ahead of you for frozen patches These can usually be easily identified by the number of falling bodies and crashing bikes of those who seem to think that gravity is suspended once the fluffy stuff starts drifting down from the
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A Russian bears a Chinese panda
Moscow
Once a year I take a foreign holiday and every time I want it to be something special In order to experience the gorgeous Chinese culture and to faint at the sight of enormous skyscrapers in November 2012 I departed Moscow for Hong Kong I wanted my trip to include cultural aspects be affordable and bring something new into my life Looking back I am happy to say that my holiday completely satisfied all these criteria
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By Tatiana Igumensheva
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lsquoA casino which is often the only purpose for visiting Macau especially for people from mainland China and
Hong Kongrsquo
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Macau
Having landed in Honk Kong I took a ferry to Macau which is not as large as its nickname the lsquoAsian Las Vegasrsquo suggests It took me just a day to complete my sightseeing and another to buy souvenirs The only place I omitted from my explorations was a casino which is often the only purpose for visiting Macau especially for people from mainland China and Hong Kong Temples natas (exquisite tarts) Portuguese architecture from the 19th century alongside huge skyscrapers this is the Macau I will remember It is very clean and most museums and temples do not charge for admission I enjoyed the Mandarinrsquos House most of all ndash a great example of home and everyday life habits Jesuit temples are gorgeous as well as the fortress with its lighthouse and of course Macaursquos most famous landmark the ruins of St Paulrsquos cathedral
Macau is a former Portuguese colony and if this one is anything to go by this is something the Portuguese were great at The old city centre has the atmosphere of a small tranquil town ndash very safe and friendly ndash which is exactly what it is both Macau and Hong Kong are probably the two safest places in the world The only thing that was a constant worry was the fact that Macau (and Hong Kong) has no open spaces at all The roads just keep going up and down up and downhellip
Good cardio exercise though I went through it for two days in Macau and then continued my hiking in Hong Kong
Hong Kong
Signs of British colonialism in Hong Kong are noticeable by their absence It was all destroyed in order to make use of every square metre An absence of land has made Hong Kong a temple to skyscrapers and the Chinese appear to have mastered this art perfectly
The first place to see is surely The Peak however Even if you are hysterically afraid of heights you simply must go there This is one view you will never forget Visit it at least twice ndash in the afternoon and in the evening ndash and you will see two different cities below Then take a walk through the central area The way the buildings almost literally scrape the sky excites me every time I look up ndash itlsquos amazing By the way despite being such a technological nation the local Chinese care about the environment in all aspects of their lives They are fond of trees even in a small city-centre park so they can take a little rest on their way to work and they really seem to care about nature There are huge penalties for littering smoking in prohibited areas and great attention to recycling Hong Kong is a city that cares ndash thatrsquos my first impression
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lsquoAn absence of land has made Hong Kong a temple to skyscrapersrsquo
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Another thought I had about all of this progress around me is that being such a progressive society the local Chinese never stopped to become fundamentally religious There are many temples and statues so many religions live together in this peaceful place That was a completely new lifestyle experience for me skyscrapers happily standing alongside all sorts of religious buildings Maybe thatrsquos what freedom of faith is all about
If you manage to get there try to visit all the places described in the tourist guidebooks They are really worth seeing Hong Kong residents spend their weekends visiting these places themselves Ocean Park Big Buddha Mid-levels the Avenue of Stars Hong Kong Park the Botanical and Zoological Gardenshellip I enjoyed all of them greatly
However what struck me the most was the people Forever smiling kind and always helpful Talking to them was a pleasure And some of them cook such delicious dishes that I was ready to eat the plate By the way do not forget that Hong Kong is the capital of international cuisine ndash so try everything Except for Borsch (some restaurants offer it) with which I still believe it is better to get acquainted in Russia or Ukraine All sorts of noodles rice and dumplings are
available here I tried Vietnamese Indian and Hong Kong cuisine and I cannot say which I like morehellip So Hong Kong is a wonderful opportunity to try everything
One last bit of advice if you can afford it take a hotel room with harbour view which will pay you back with interest My harbour-view hotel room suited me perfectly When I was tired of walking I went to my room had a glass of wine watched the lights shimmering on the other side of harbour and was completely happy
I am just reaching the end of my holiday taking a rest in my room and feeling really jealous of anyone about to visit Hong Kong for the first time You are going to enjoy so many exciting emotionshellip
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lsquoThe local Chinese care about the environment in all aspects of their livesrsquo
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lsquoHong Kong is a city that caresrsquo
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lsquoHong Kong is the capital of international cuisine ndash so try everythingrsquo
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Silent nights
Winter nights are well suited to staying indoors in the warmth especially after dark Not everyone is a lowland bear however and most of us need thoughtful stimulation to keep smiling through cold nights spent away from living quarters Luckily for Amsterdammers who pay attention from time to time extremely interesting and creative happenings are staged at a price anyone can afford The idea is simple tour the lights of lsquoNew Cityrsquo Amsterdam at night spending a couple of hours on a sturdy comfortable and warm (enclosed) historical craft The city falls silent as soon as you leave the pier and the transformation is complete when the city becomes simply unrecognisable with its flat lines interrupted by a few high-rising buildings shimmering back at you Some things in Amsterdam remain refreshingly surprising even to its well-cured darlings Not much beats having couple glasses of wine while splashing across the IJsselmeer and struggling to figure out which section of the city you are gazing upon through the silence of an icy night
Watch out for repeats wwwlichtophetijnl
city gems
By Denson Pierre
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The Sentinel took up the enthusiastic invitation from the people of the annually occurring Dutch-Lithuanian art event on December 1 The Dutch aspect of the event day and night together with the displayed art was not particularly significant in this case however given that it was one of the more complete cultural cuisine musical and heartily drinking events that the recent European Union arrivalrsquos creative set could conjure with the help of their foreign desk and local culture funds A well produced and expansive programme could be sampled and lightning insight garnered into the culture and artistic impressions of a pearl of Baltic civilisation Vilnius met Amsterdam It just may be time for this e-zine to delve even deeper into Lithuania
See wwwltartnl
Iron Wolves
By Denson Pierre
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MechelenAuthentic and full of surprises Thatrsquos Mechelen Hospitable and honourable Thatrsquos the people of Mechelen Come and experience the cityrsquos urban charms for yourself Mechelen
Authentic and full of surprises Thatrsquos Mechelen Hospitable and honourable Thatrsquos the people of Mechelen Come and experience the cityrsquos urban charms for yourself
photography copy Layla Aerts
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CafeacuteBar Review Batavia 1920
lsquoClassic bar art embraces you as you enterrsquo
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Batavia 1920Prins Hendrikkade 85 1012 AE Amsterdam
It is always handy to know of a wholesome cafeacutebar that ticks all the boxes even if it happens to be located at the busiest point of the old city (obliquely opposite Central Station) Over the course of the different seasons I managed to assess this fine establishment which serves as another reminder of what good honest bars are all about There is still quality available in Amsterdam
AmbianceThoughtful solid furniture easy lighting and classic bar art embraces you as you enter With a chess club professional dart board regular parties and borrels the vibe ranges daily from mellow to vibrant Rating 5
StaffregularsOn my most recent visit I had the pleasure of Elizabeth and Jamie leading the service but staff members are always experienced service is quick and drinks are de-livered with fresh smiles whoever happens to be work-ing The regulars are plentiful and the bar emanates the energy of a good professional lsquoIrishrsquo bar attracting an eclectic international mix to this super-central location It is a perfect meeting point for friends from any cardi-nal direction with the national transportation hub being literally just across the road Rating 5
Televised sportAmple flat screens and channels Rating 4
PricesIn general the prices are standard Central Amsterdam levels which is sadly typical of grand cafeacutes in this post-code area What works in Bataviarsquos favour is that it has an above-average selection of lsquoBelgian beautiesrsquo (beer) on offer Given the advised dosage having two or three should not leave you broke or broken The kitchen also has quite a strong reputation for above-average pub fare The Sunday roast dinner is especially popular and keeps folk who like that sort of thing coming back as often as they can afford it Rating 3
MusicGenuinely diverse popular and world music from a crisp-sounding digital sound system and staff members seem to have cool taste in music Rating 5
Smoking area provisionThere is a large smoking room on the lower level Sim-ple and ingenious air-conditioning allows you to spend your full upstairs session there without the sense of be-ing fumigated If you were not told about the smoking area below you would not know there was one Rating 5
Total rating 2730(Ratings from 1-5 where 1 = Very poor and 5 = Excel-lent)
By Denson Pierre
lsquoA perfect meeting point for friends from any cardinal directionrsquo
cafebar review6
1
lsquoIt has an above-average selection of lsquoBelgian beautiesrsquorsquo
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lsquoStaff members seem to have cool taste in musicrsquo
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For complete and world class tours of Prague
Packages includebull Hidden and playful Prague (for families with young children)bull Literary Praguebull Prague Architecture through the agesbull Religion and the citybull The old city at night
These are detailed tours designed for visitors who wish to explore with great detail and not suitable for simply sight-seeing tourists
Day segments and ratesPR 0800-1230hrs AG 1330-1630hrs UE 1730-2130hrsAll sessions are priced at u 25 per single adult Group size upper limit = 8 Accompanied children under the age of five are gratis and school aged children pay 25 Family package rates are negotiable
ContactJaroslav Cernosek+420 602 228 797Mail jcernosekcentrumcz
wwwyourtuliptourcom
JC Tours
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star beer guide
The SentinelStar beer guide
lsquoFind the better bars serving it at the right price in the New Yearrsquo
Clever marketing and an effective pricing campaign has led to this A-class standard-bearing blonde becoming one of the most easily found lsquorealrsquo beers in Amsterdam cafeacutes and bars With its distinctive charisma and fresh fruity taste it sits just on the edge in terms of strength and only the brave and seasoned can be found using it as a session beer Prices across Amsterdam for the same Trappist-glass measure can range dramatically from euro 250 to euro 425 per glass so there is fun to be had trying to find the better bars serving it at the right price in the New Year Your search will be rewarded by this cool classic
Grimbergen Blonde is brewed by Alken-Maes Alken Belgium
By Denson Pierre
GRIMBERGEN BLONDE (67 ABV)
67star beer guide
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BRING BACK
A substantial amount of the culture on mainland Europe revolves around platinum-standard beer of various descriptions and fl avours being easily available Amsterdam is not lacking in cafeacutes bars off licences supermarkets and online outlets stocking truly great beers available either immediately or within 24 hours With the growing popularity of high-yeast and high alcohol by volume brands how these drinks are served is a cause for concern however
Led by the Belgians and French the art of designing a glass that refl ects the individual quality of the liquid experience within is among these productsrsquo most out-standing features after their fl avour and power to in-toxicate Any beer of decent repute has its own glass in which it is intended to be served This always takes the form and size of a sensible measure to ensure a taste experience at the correct temperature and allow people to enjoy the evoked sensations before fi nding them-selves suddenly and blindingly drunk What we now often fi nd in tourist-pressed Amsterdam are these lsquoreal beersrsquo being off ered and served to ignorant punters in pint (or half-litre) measures leading to people becom-ing drunk at speed and destroying the overall aesthetic of lsquobeering itrsquo with style
The Sentinel says bring back the serving of high-alco-hol-content drinks in appropriate measures and if pos-sible in the glasses especially designed for the purpose This would be desirable for all manner of reasons not least health and safety Barkeepers can be educators too and it shouldnrsquot be too diffi cult to persuade tourists (usually German British and Irish) who represent the majority of volume drinkers in the cityrsquos more desirable watering holes It is foolish greedy and uncouth to con-sume high-alcohol beverages in such volumes and not expect to end up senselessly drunk and ultimately spoil the whole experience Volume drinkers should simply be directed to the lsquopiss waterrsquo beers of which there are many to satiate their needs and leave the quality beer tours for when they have educated themselves in the culture and manner of consumption that ensures maxi-mum pleasure and above all style
By Denson Pierre
STYLED BEER GLASSES
69amsterdam city life
We find the best most fun most typical exciting or local favourite restaurants etcetera in Amsterdam and bring them to you an easy way to feel like a local
Het Compagnie Theater Amsterdam 12122012
Recommended
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EUROGIFTSXenonweg 9 3812 SZ Amersfoort
Tel 033 - 454 35 75 - Fax 033 - 454 35 79E-mail lmproefeurogiftsnl
Website wwweurogiftsnl
FILMPROEF
ORDERNUMMER 6021022ARTIKELNUMMER 65123
Ware grootte (indien uitgeprint)Kleur opdruk Wit
Mulligans Irish Music BarAmsterdamrsquos best address for live Irish music Five (5) nights a week Check our agenda for upcoming sessions
Cafeacute KostverlorenCafeacute Kostverloren is a contemporary cafe offering the cosiness of a saloon an open kitchen and the intimacy of a living room During summer there is a large sunny terrace and during winter an open fi replace
VibesVibes is a relaxing cafecocktail bar art gallery with a large selection of coffees herbal teas homemade cakes and an amazing card of cocktails made with fresh fruit by a professional cocktail bartenderEnjoy our Italian kitchen in a cosy and friendly atmosphere
IncantoIncanto is a restaurant with a classic Italian kitchen Venetian chef Simone Ambrosin is known for his pure and simple style of cooking with feeling for nuance The wine list contains over 150 Italian wines
Planet RosePlanet Rose is the fi rst Caribbean restaurant in the Netherlands which specializes in Jamaican cuisine The menu features a daily changing selection of JamaicanCaribbean dishes and they ensure that you enjoy the whole expe-rience while dining with them
Cafe TisfrisCafe Tisfris is recognisable for its landmarks funky pillars and terrace Tisfris offers a friendly service and is a great pit stop for ldquoyummyrdquo refreshments
Cafe restaurant EdelCafe restaurant Edel is the perfect place for lunch dinner or to simply enjoy a drink Edel is a unique place in Amsterdam
Cafeacute OportoCafeacute Oporto is a traditional Amsterdam lsquobrown cafersquo Welcoming tourists and regular customers alike they offer televised sports wireless internet connection and a wide range of reasonably priced beers and spirits
Connoisseurs Delight Fun Drinking amp MusicTo Be Seen and Tasted
To Be Seen and Tasted
Fun Drinking amp Music
Connoisseurs Delight
Connoisseurs Delight
To Be Seen and Tasted
Neighbourhood cosy
Opera Prima - Patisserie Bistro TraiteurThe best place in town for lunch exquisite high teas or brunches and all of your luxury catering both private and corporate
Kinkerstraat 228 Amsterdamwwwoperaprimanl
St Antoniebreestraat 142 Amsterdamwwwtisfrisnl
Postjesweg 1 1057 DT Amsterdamwwwedelamsterdamnl
Zoutsteeg 1 1012 LX Amsterdamwwwcafeoportonethome
Amstel 100 1017 AC Amsterdamwwwmulligansnl
2e Kostverlorenkade 70 Amsterdamwwwcafekostverlorennl
Jan Pieter Heijestraat 137 Amsterdamwwwwixcomvibes137vibes
Amstel 2 Amsterdamwwwrestaurant-incantonl
Nicolaas Beetsstraat 47 Amsterdamwwwplanetroseinfo
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Answer to sentinelpostgmailcom
Where is this inAmsterdam
72spotted
Room 2cfilm
This is the one that will make you pause James Stewart one of my top ten actors of all time plays a businessman fighting to keep his life and family together while everything is crashing down around him In steps an lsquoangelrsquo to try and convince him that life is not as bad as it seems and that other people would be a lot worse off without him Probably the highest rated film Irsquove ever reviewed and one of the most Christmas-delicious I know
Could you walk 2400 kilometres while being pursued with little more than a longing to return to your homeland and mother to keep you and your dependant companions going Would you do this twice This utterly moving film highlights the true-life Australian apartheid practices of the twentieth century and the trauma it caused to native Australians The barren landscapes provide the perfect backdrop for compelling cinema-tography and its dryness will be irrigated by your tears
By David King
By dpmotions
Itrsquos a Wonderful Life (1946)
Rabbit-Proof Fence (2002)
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74trends
lsquoFacebook in particular is responsible for exacerbating unspoken competitivenessrsquo
By Dirkje Bakker-Pierre
Trends in the food industry are moving faster than lightning and are harder and harder to keep up with When you are all geared up to create your own artsy cupcakes all of a sudden cupcakes are out and macaroons are the flavour of the day
Sweat dripping and cheeks burning with stress levels going through the roof women all around the country have been toiling night and day to create just the right pimped-up cakes (completely covered in layers of pink and red marzipan tiny silver sugar balls and rose petals made from feather-light sugar) which look like they come from one of the newly popped-up cupcake shops Facebook in particular is responsible for exacerbating unspoken competitiveness due to images being posted of better looking and prettier cakes just after you posted your own in comparison pretty sad creations forcing you back into the kitchen to try again
One day itrsquos cutting out names from layers of chocolate the next itrsquos squirting curls and swirls of rainbow colours or grating organic carrots for the rather awkward lsquohealthyrsquo version the carrot cupcake
Shops have adjusted their aisles to make way for endless shelves of specialised products in all ranges of sweetness and multicoloured cuteness shapes tools mixtures and machines It is a whole world of custom products which just keeps growing and changing and you need to keep up with it all or risk being hopelessly left behind There are pink-coloured cook books workshops websites self-help groups and neglected overweight children crying for something non-sweet for once
But then after all your attempts and when you finally think you have achieved perfection before you know it you make a complete fool of yourself by serving the wrong type of sweet and colourful titbits because a new trend has already arrived That really makes you feel like a macaroon
All Caked Out
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Winter solstice is an exciting time of year when we all start dreaming of more sun more light and more inspiration Continuing the gemstone theme I would like to draw your attention to the very lovely and sparkling sunstone also known as heliolite It is the official gemstone of the US state of Oregon which is a prime source for this beautiful gem The name heliolite is derived from the Greek lsquoheliosrsquo and lsquolithosrsquo which mean lsquosunrsquo and lsquostonersquo It was first discovered in Viking burial mounds but despite its long history is not found in abundance
Sunstone is metallic in appearance and comes in red orange or green colours However cleaner red sunstone is very rare and commands proper gemstone prices The stone is a composite of oligoclase feldspar which also contains hematite or goethite The presence of hematite or goethite gives the stone its ability to reflect light hence the name sunstone Sunstone is said to be an inspiration stone able to bestow freedom independence and happiness It also said to reduce fear alleviate stress and bring good luck in any game of chance This sparkly stone has a further use in healing and is believed to endow its wearers with enhanced self-healing powers Other properties
Shine
By Evelina Kvartunaite
ndash
lsquoDreaming of more sun more light and more inspirationrsquo
ndash
include stimulating the vegetative autonomic nervous system and enhancing the harmonious functioning of all the bodyrsquos organs It is also quite helpful in cases of exhaustion due to lack of sleep
The gemstone is used to treat chronic sore throats and relieves pain caused by stomach ulcers It has proved successful in alleviating Seasonal Affective Disorder (or SAD) and is also known for relieving cartilage problems rheumatism and general aches and pains Sunstone helps in dealing with depression and frees its wearers from feelings of discrimination and failure as well as from perceptions of an lsquoevil worldrsquo Sunstone increases a personrsquos sense of self-esteem and self-worth
Sunstone is particularly beneficial when used in sunshine or sunlight It brings abundance to a personrsquos life and transforms negative energy into positive energy
If you have any other helpful tips you would like to share please let me know at evelinakvartunaiteconsultancymarketmediacom
76health amp well-being
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lsquoBestow freedom independence and happinessrsquo
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lsquoIt has proved successful in alleviating Seasonal Affective
Disorderrsquo
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77health amp well-being
world this lsquotrickeryrsquo has moved online With todayrsquos short attention spans the potential to draw users to a website and retain them is a crucial skill which is rewarded by the revenue that can be generated based on how long a user stays on a website Link-baiting should have been foreseen since it is inevitable
Every click on a website is a revenue-generating moment in terms of advertising The amount of adverts to which you can expose an online user as they click to and through your website is the currency used to determine whether an advertising agency spends its budget on one publication over another Real journalism and insightful opinions once drove online traffic for web publications but link-baiting is now seriously derailing this approach
Most of the time the story behind the sensational link does not live up to expectations A typical example of this can be found in the online edition of the Watford Observer on Tuesday 31 July 2012 The link-bait read ldquoCameron Diaz vows to kick drug habit with help of stepdadrdquo However following the link or falling for the bait led to the underwhelming story ldquoDrug user Cameron Diaz of Broomfield Rise Abbots Langley has sworn to clean up his act with the help of his stepfatherrdquo Although the story was factually correct the intention of the publication was to trick the
One of my previous articles described how online technology publications are subverting reality by not correctly echoing the sentiments of the consuming public Part of the cause of this is that usually in a bid to counter the majority of lacklustre stories floating around they subvert reality to make it more interesting How many non-geeks really care about the advantages of modelling parallelism on serial programs with the Intelreg Advisor XE Itrsquos certainly not a typically newsworthy story
As a result an annoying phenomenon has slowly been building momentum This is now quite evident all over the internet and is destroying good journalism The phenomenon is called Link-baiting Our trustworthy source of internet knowledge describes Link-bait(ing) as anything ldquointeresting enough to catch peoplersquos attentionrdquo (httpenwikipediaorgwikiLink_bait)
Link-baiting is synonymous with the sensational cover stories used on the front of magazines to entice people walking past to pick up the magazines and delve into them As with most things from the print
No news is good news
lsquoQuite evident all over the internet and is destroying good
journalismrsquo
By Simon Owusu
technology
TechBit Sio-Bytes
78
provider in America to the tune of US$ 400 million The initial story broke on the PRWEB website and the majority of online publications regurgitated the story with no additional insights such as the implications of such a deal which real journalism would call for None of them bothered to check the sources or the credibility of the story Millions of revenue-generating clicks later the more seasoned online publications such as CNN AllThings D and CNET broke the bigger story that the press release was fake and that both Google and ICOA Wireless had denied the story In a rush to break the story the first rule of journalism was contravened lsquoAlways check your sourcesrsquo
Given the transient nature of any false news stories posted on the internet these days the story quickly disappeared from most of the offending publications and today you will be hard pressed to find any mention of this slip-up The Sentinel we like to think always brings you the truth albeit typed on an iPad Mini so donrsquot count on us to follow such faulty phenomena and trends
online user into clicking on it due to the coincidental name-sharing of the Abbots Langley Cameron Diaz with the famous American actress Every link clicked demonstrates the potential for advertisers to reach larger audiences and generate revenue for the online publications
From the same school as link-baiting comes the phenomenon of lsquofirst past the postrsquo journalism within the advertising-driven online publication world In this type of journalism emphasis is placed on being first to publish or break a news story Online publications that are first to break a news story attract a high amount of traffic (which translates into large revenues generated by advertising) since they are the only source of that particular information for a short space of time Online users have no choice but to visit that particular site if they wish to read the scoop The downside of this is that in a bid to be first to reap the advertising revenues frequently news stories are not properly checked for credibility On Monday 26 November 2012 nearly every online technology publication published the story of Google purchasing ICOA Wireless a Wi-Fi hot-spot
lsquoFrequently news stories are not properly checked for credibilityrsquo
lsquolsquoAlways check your sourcesrsquorsquo
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these people in business suits are rushing to check in their business cases Irsquom manoeuvring my 19-metre ski bag between them Strange looks and questions donrsquot surprise me anymore The looks whispers and questions Irsquove had while on trains from one place to the next or on the tram after going to the beach on my way to the indoor slope this summer On the one hand they made me feel like I was some strange creature from another planet but on the other they got me extra stoked up about what Irsquom doing
As I write this itrsquos a week after I checked in my bags and Irsquom sitting in my favourite coffee shop Cuppa Joersquos in Breckenridge Colorado Over the past five days Irsquove been getting up every morning at around 630 am and getting out at around 800am Anyone who knows me will probably raise an eyebrow at this When Irsquom working at home on my photos and stories for the White Freeski Magazine where Irsquom editor-in-chief or on freelance assignments my daily rhythm is completely the opposite But I guess thatrsquos the nice thing about jetlag
Itrsquos hard to describe the feeling of finally getting back
You know that feeling of bubbly excitement you get when you are getting ready to go and do something yoursquove been anticipating for a long long time It might be finally nailing that presentation to finish up university cooking a great dinner for friends or excitement about meeting up with someone
Getting my bags out from the basement after they had been collecting dust for the past eight months prompted those feelings to rush through my veins once again Even though I donrsquot mind being home going to the beach and rehabbing my knee and visiting friends in different countries over the summer all this has taken place in the city and Irsquove been missing the mountains terribly As Irsquom getting my bags out it makes me realise that it really is almost time for me to click into my skis again and breathe in the fresh mountain air
After packing it was finally time to get on my flight to Denver Colorado on Monday morning While all
white outBubbles of Excitement
By Ananda van Welij
Just another girl from a country without mountains addicted to snow
lsquoGo and do something yoursquove been anticipating for a long long timersquo
82sport
have ahead of me this winter Looking forward again instead of being bummed I try to focus on the bright side like I did while I was stuck at home rehabbing and walking on crutches Trying to be inspired by what I see around me and what others do and have instead of being frustrated by it
It makes me wonder about just working and meeting up with friends at home I know I have a privileged life as Irsquom sitting here but isnrsquot this something we all experience in our daily lives It can be hard to sit down let go of the frustration sadness and problems and look forward Itrsquos not always possible to do it overnight but I think that just trying makes you feel better and in the end it allows you to bubble with excitement again no matter if itrsquos for a day of skiing or for finishing that project
My new mission for this season is to stay positive and draw inspiration from the people and things around me Irsquoll let you know how Irsquom doing in three weeksrsquo time
onto my skis after being out for eight months due to a torn MCL Cruising down the hill feeling and hearing the snow crunch under my feet It might sound strange to you but to me itrsquos a special sort of magic I guess it has something to do with the dopamine your body makes while having a great rush of excitement Although Irsquom pretty tired right now and taking a day off from skiing just walking outside and knowing that I can go up the hill any moment I like makes me feel better
Being so excited to be back on the snow after an injury also has a downside It comes in the form of having to hold myself back Since my injury I havenrsquot been jumping or doing any crazy tricks Itrsquos hard seeing all my friends jump and having fun in the park knowing I really shouldnrsquot do any of that stuff yet My mind is screaming ldquoYou can do that toordquo But Irsquom scared of a repeat injury brought on by pushing myself too hard too fast I have to force myself to sit down talk to my friends and listen to their stories of having fun while being genuinely happy for them To enjoy the sun instead of freaking myself out eat some good food have a good laugh and think of all the fun trips I
lsquoExtra stoked up about what Irsquom doingrsquo
lsquoTo me itrsquos a special sort of magicrsquo
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We have reached the point of the season when the outstanding manager of the first half has his team profiled and receives a pat on the back An overall lead at Xmas more often than not means that the team has peaked during the first half of the season before going on to show signs of weakness This season unusually we have a manager who has led strongly from the very early weeks but who still has a full supply of substitutes in reserve This bodes ill for the other managers as even though he has been professionally hunted down to the point that his lead is now meagre (or even gone by the time this is published) Steven Fockema still holds all the aces given that his reserves remain intact while the chasersrsquo have been used up to varying degrees
Daft3Punks
GK Tim Krul (newcastle United) 25m ndash Out injured from the beginning of September until the end of November No proper form assessment possible so far this season and his team are in apparent gradual creep towards the relegation zone Rating 825
deF Jose enrique (Liverpool) 35m ndash At a work-in-progress team Now playing regularly as a midfielder and showing positive form Rating 85
deF daniel Agger (Liverpool) 4m ndash Still more bluster and posing than glory Rating 825
deF Winston Reid (West Ham) 1m ndash Doing New Zealand proud in the Premier League at his price West Ham may not secure a greater number of clean sheets in the second half of the season however Rating 80
deF Jan Vertonghen (Tottenham Hotspur) 45m ndash Handsome driving Belgian vanilla One of the stars of the season thus far Rating 90
mId Gareth Bale (Tottenham Hotspur) 55m ndash The most impressive individual player in the current Premier League Rating 915
mId michu (Swansea city) 2m ndash Incredible value at his price A natural goal-scorer extraordinaire who also gets around and shows versatility Rating 90
mId Yaya Toure (manchester city) 45m ndash Nowhere close to his form of the previous season even if that can change in the second half of this one Rating 850
FWd Fabio Borini (Liverpool) 3m ndash Tipped here to eventually do well but long-term injury befell him just at the time he was settling into his new team and system Rating 80
FWd olivier Giroud (Arsenal) 45m ndash Has been nudging levels above average of late Rating 850
FWd Papiss cisse (newcastle United) 5m ndash Another player showing an astonishing fall from the excellence of the final third of the previous season Newcastle United appear to need re-styling quickly Rating 825
overall rating 9340 (max 100)
The New Year will only bring fireworks given the keen match-up between FFG-CL managers
By Denson Pierre
The Gold Room
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CZECH REPUBLIC - STUNNINGLY DIFFERENT
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Wintry Wonders
ndashlsquoThe sturdy weather-defying people we arersquo
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Wintry Wonders
By Sam van Dam
In recent years Amsterdam has been blessed or cursed depending on your point of view by regular snowfall in the winter to spring period It still feels like a bit of a novelty given that we usually experience a grey rainy mess around Christmas time instead of a white blanket With snow becoming a regular but still novel visitor to our beloved city and country our reactions to it cover the full range of emotions from childlike joy that makes us look up into the sky with our tongue sticking out to catch some of the little fluffy flakes followed by a frantic run to the attic to find those old ice-skates among all the rubble to angry fist-shaking at the heavens followed by a desperate soul-crushing ldquoNoooooordquo usually from those who own a car and have to start their day with some hand-numbing ice removal from the frozen windows of their vehicles not to mention the inevitable traffic jams
ndashlsquoNegotiate your steel horse through piles of ice and snow covering every surfacersquo
perspectives21
ndashlsquoAn iced-over surface is the natural enemy of anything moving across itrsquo
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clouds Going by the sheer number of mangled locals hauled off to hospital emergency rooms each January it often seems like we forget everything wersquove learned in previous winters or we simply enjoy kissing the cold asphalt while the bike chain wraps itself around our cold stiffened necks No other explanation makes sense The safest advice is to stay inside until the worst is over but since most of us need to go out and make a living or at least visit the shops to stock up on hot chocolate and whipped cream for those long dark evenings by the fireplace hibernation is sadly not an option Luckily the periods of time when we have to deal with ice and snow are usually short lived and there is always the alternative of the public transport system for those who donrsquot dare to confront the frozen world wheel-on And of course there is one thing that unites all of us in a feverish winter dream and makes us forget all the downsides of the cold season the thought that we might be able to ice-skate on the canals rivers and waterways of our lovely little country There is a magic word that we only dare to whisper for fear that once itrsquos spoken out loud the temperature will rise instantly so Irsquom going to write it in tiny letters only Elfstedentocht (Eleven city tour) This ice-skating race of over 200 kilometres through the beautiful frozen Frisian landscape is the pinnacle of winter wonderland fun for the entire family We were last able to enjoy this mysterious and elusive pleasure in 1997 so wish us luck and hopefully this season we can live the dream again May the winter gods be with us
Being the sturdy weather-defying people we are it does not bother us much to hop on our bikes and face the white landscape But there are a few things to consider before throwing yourself into a winter storm trying to negotiate your steel horse through piles of ice and snow covering every surface Make sure to dress properly ndash itrsquos best to wear several layers of clothing which allows the air trapped in between to warm up and keep you comfortable The outer layer should really be waterproof as snow can become rain in an instant here and you donrsquot want to be stuck in a woollen jacket that will freeze solid and cover you with an icy crust when the wind turns in your direction A nice thick hat and gloves are mandatory the head being the area of your body from which most heat exits and you donrsquot want to let that happen Keep it under wraps to ensure proper brain activity and intact ears even if yoursquore caught out in one of those mini-blizzards that can just pop up out of nowhere Once yoursquore all bundled up and ready for the ride there is of course the small issue of the streets being completely covered in icy sludge the kind that has created wrinkles of despair and fear across the foreheads of generations of Dutch men and women An iced-over surface is the natural enemy of anything moving across it and especially those with only two wheels which have a natural tendency to fall over when not held in check by the trained thighs of a road warrior It is highly advisable to ride slowly and carefully keeping an eye on the road ahead of you for frozen patches These can usually be easily identified by the number of falling bodies and crashing bikes of those who seem to think that gravity is suspended once the fluffy stuff starts drifting down from the
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A Russian bears a Chinese panda
Moscow
Once a year I take a foreign holiday and every time I want it to be something special In order to experience the gorgeous Chinese culture and to faint at the sight of enormous skyscrapers in November 2012 I departed Moscow for Hong Kong I wanted my trip to include cultural aspects be affordable and bring something new into my life Looking back I am happy to say that my holiday completely satisfied all these criteria
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By Tatiana Igumensheva
28
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lsquoA casino which is often the only purpose for visiting Macau especially for people from mainland China and
Hong Kongrsquo
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Macau
Having landed in Honk Kong I took a ferry to Macau which is not as large as its nickname the lsquoAsian Las Vegasrsquo suggests It took me just a day to complete my sightseeing and another to buy souvenirs The only place I omitted from my explorations was a casino which is often the only purpose for visiting Macau especially for people from mainland China and Hong Kong Temples natas (exquisite tarts) Portuguese architecture from the 19th century alongside huge skyscrapers this is the Macau I will remember It is very clean and most museums and temples do not charge for admission I enjoyed the Mandarinrsquos House most of all ndash a great example of home and everyday life habits Jesuit temples are gorgeous as well as the fortress with its lighthouse and of course Macaursquos most famous landmark the ruins of St Paulrsquos cathedral
Macau is a former Portuguese colony and if this one is anything to go by this is something the Portuguese were great at The old city centre has the atmosphere of a small tranquil town ndash very safe and friendly ndash which is exactly what it is both Macau and Hong Kong are probably the two safest places in the world The only thing that was a constant worry was the fact that Macau (and Hong Kong) has no open spaces at all The roads just keep going up and down up and downhellip
Good cardio exercise though I went through it for two days in Macau and then continued my hiking in Hong Kong
Hong Kong
Signs of British colonialism in Hong Kong are noticeable by their absence It was all destroyed in order to make use of every square metre An absence of land has made Hong Kong a temple to skyscrapers and the Chinese appear to have mastered this art perfectly
The first place to see is surely The Peak however Even if you are hysterically afraid of heights you simply must go there This is one view you will never forget Visit it at least twice ndash in the afternoon and in the evening ndash and you will see two different cities below Then take a walk through the central area The way the buildings almost literally scrape the sky excites me every time I look up ndash itlsquos amazing By the way despite being such a technological nation the local Chinese care about the environment in all aspects of their lives They are fond of trees even in a small city-centre park so they can take a little rest on their way to work and they really seem to care about nature There are huge penalties for littering smoking in prohibited areas and great attention to recycling Hong Kong is a city that cares ndash thatrsquos my first impression
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lsquoAn absence of land has made Hong Kong a temple to skyscrapersrsquo
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travel
Another thought I had about all of this progress around me is that being such a progressive society the local Chinese never stopped to become fundamentally religious There are many temples and statues so many religions live together in this peaceful place That was a completely new lifestyle experience for me skyscrapers happily standing alongside all sorts of religious buildings Maybe thatrsquos what freedom of faith is all about
If you manage to get there try to visit all the places described in the tourist guidebooks They are really worth seeing Hong Kong residents spend their weekends visiting these places themselves Ocean Park Big Buddha Mid-levels the Avenue of Stars Hong Kong Park the Botanical and Zoological Gardenshellip I enjoyed all of them greatly
However what struck me the most was the people Forever smiling kind and always helpful Talking to them was a pleasure And some of them cook such delicious dishes that I was ready to eat the plate By the way do not forget that Hong Kong is the capital of international cuisine ndash so try everything Except for Borsch (some restaurants offer it) with which I still believe it is better to get acquainted in Russia or Ukraine All sorts of noodles rice and dumplings are
available here I tried Vietnamese Indian and Hong Kong cuisine and I cannot say which I like morehellip So Hong Kong is a wonderful opportunity to try everything
One last bit of advice if you can afford it take a hotel room with harbour view which will pay you back with interest My harbour-view hotel room suited me perfectly When I was tired of walking I went to my room had a glass of wine watched the lights shimmering on the other side of harbour and was completely happy
I am just reaching the end of my holiday taking a rest in my room and feeling really jealous of anyone about to visit Hong Kong for the first time You are going to enjoy so many exciting emotionshellip
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lsquoThe local Chinese care about the environment in all aspects of their livesrsquo
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travel31
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lsquoHong Kong is a city that caresrsquo
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lsquoHong Kong is the capital of international cuisine ndash so try everythingrsquo
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Silent nights
Winter nights are well suited to staying indoors in the warmth especially after dark Not everyone is a lowland bear however and most of us need thoughtful stimulation to keep smiling through cold nights spent away from living quarters Luckily for Amsterdammers who pay attention from time to time extremely interesting and creative happenings are staged at a price anyone can afford The idea is simple tour the lights of lsquoNew Cityrsquo Amsterdam at night spending a couple of hours on a sturdy comfortable and warm (enclosed) historical craft The city falls silent as soon as you leave the pier and the transformation is complete when the city becomes simply unrecognisable with its flat lines interrupted by a few high-rising buildings shimmering back at you Some things in Amsterdam remain refreshingly surprising even to its well-cured darlings Not much beats having couple glasses of wine while splashing across the IJsselmeer and struggling to figure out which section of the city you are gazing upon through the silence of an icy night
Watch out for repeats wwwlichtophetijnl
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The Sentinel took up the enthusiastic invitation from the people of the annually occurring Dutch-Lithuanian art event on December 1 The Dutch aspect of the event day and night together with the displayed art was not particularly significant in this case however given that it was one of the more complete cultural cuisine musical and heartily drinking events that the recent European Union arrivalrsquos creative set could conjure with the help of their foreign desk and local culture funds A well produced and expansive programme could be sampled and lightning insight garnered into the culture and artistic impressions of a pearl of Baltic civilisation Vilnius met Amsterdam It just may be time for this e-zine to delve even deeper into Lithuania
See wwwltartnl
Iron Wolves
By Denson Pierre
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MechelenAuthentic and full of surprises Thatrsquos Mechelen Hospitable and honourable Thatrsquos the people of Mechelen Come and experience the cityrsquos urban charms for yourself Mechelen
Authentic and full of surprises Thatrsquos Mechelen Hospitable and honourable Thatrsquos the people of Mechelen Come and experience the cityrsquos urban charms for yourself
photography copy Layla Aerts
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CafeacuteBar Review Batavia 1920
lsquoClassic bar art embraces you as you enterrsquo
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Batavia 1920Prins Hendrikkade 85 1012 AE Amsterdam
It is always handy to know of a wholesome cafeacutebar that ticks all the boxes even if it happens to be located at the busiest point of the old city (obliquely opposite Central Station) Over the course of the different seasons I managed to assess this fine establishment which serves as another reminder of what good honest bars are all about There is still quality available in Amsterdam
AmbianceThoughtful solid furniture easy lighting and classic bar art embraces you as you enter With a chess club professional dart board regular parties and borrels the vibe ranges daily from mellow to vibrant Rating 5
StaffregularsOn my most recent visit I had the pleasure of Elizabeth and Jamie leading the service but staff members are always experienced service is quick and drinks are de-livered with fresh smiles whoever happens to be work-ing The regulars are plentiful and the bar emanates the energy of a good professional lsquoIrishrsquo bar attracting an eclectic international mix to this super-central location It is a perfect meeting point for friends from any cardi-nal direction with the national transportation hub being literally just across the road Rating 5
Televised sportAmple flat screens and channels Rating 4
PricesIn general the prices are standard Central Amsterdam levels which is sadly typical of grand cafeacutes in this post-code area What works in Bataviarsquos favour is that it has an above-average selection of lsquoBelgian beautiesrsquo (beer) on offer Given the advised dosage having two or three should not leave you broke or broken The kitchen also has quite a strong reputation for above-average pub fare The Sunday roast dinner is especially popular and keeps folk who like that sort of thing coming back as often as they can afford it Rating 3
MusicGenuinely diverse popular and world music from a crisp-sounding digital sound system and staff members seem to have cool taste in music Rating 5
Smoking area provisionThere is a large smoking room on the lower level Sim-ple and ingenious air-conditioning allows you to spend your full upstairs session there without the sense of be-ing fumigated If you were not told about the smoking area below you would not know there was one Rating 5
Total rating 2730(Ratings from 1-5 where 1 = Very poor and 5 = Excel-lent)
By Denson Pierre
lsquoA perfect meeting point for friends from any cardinal directionrsquo
cafebar review6
1
lsquoIt has an above-average selection of lsquoBelgian beautiesrsquorsquo
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lsquoStaff members seem to have cool taste in musicrsquo
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For complete and world class tours of Prague
Packages includebull Hidden and playful Prague (for families with young children)bull Literary Praguebull Prague Architecture through the agesbull Religion and the citybull The old city at night
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Day segments and ratesPR 0800-1230hrs AG 1330-1630hrs UE 1730-2130hrsAll sessions are priced at u 25 per single adult Group size upper limit = 8 Accompanied children under the age of five are gratis and school aged children pay 25 Family package rates are negotiable
ContactJaroslav Cernosek+420 602 228 797Mail jcernosekcentrumcz
wwwyourtuliptourcom
JC Tours
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star beer guide
The SentinelStar beer guide
lsquoFind the better bars serving it at the right price in the New Yearrsquo
Clever marketing and an effective pricing campaign has led to this A-class standard-bearing blonde becoming one of the most easily found lsquorealrsquo beers in Amsterdam cafeacutes and bars With its distinctive charisma and fresh fruity taste it sits just on the edge in terms of strength and only the brave and seasoned can be found using it as a session beer Prices across Amsterdam for the same Trappist-glass measure can range dramatically from euro 250 to euro 425 per glass so there is fun to be had trying to find the better bars serving it at the right price in the New Year Your search will be rewarded by this cool classic
Grimbergen Blonde is brewed by Alken-Maes Alken Belgium
By Denson Pierre
GRIMBERGEN BLONDE (67 ABV)
67star beer guide
68
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BRING BACK
A substantial amount of the culture on mainland Europe revolves around platinum-standard beer of various descriptions and fl avours being easily available Amsterdam is not lacking in cafeacutes bars off licences supermarkets and online outlets stocking truly great beers available either immediately or within 24 hours With the growing popularity of high-yeast and high alcohol by volume brands how these drinks are served is a cause for concern however
Led by the Belgians and French the art of designing a glass that refl ects the individual quality of the liquid experience within is among these productsrsquo most out-standing features after their fl avour and power to in-toxicate Any beer of decent repute has its own glass in which it is intended to be served This always takes the form and size of a sensible measure to ensure a taste experience at the correct temperature and allow people to enjoy the evoked sensations before fi nding them-selves suddenly and blindingly drunk What we now often fi nd in tourist-pressed Amsterdam are these lsquoreal beersrsquo being off ered and served to ignorant punters in pint (or half-litre) measures leading to people becom-ing drunk at speed and destroying the overall aesthetic of lsquobeering itrsquo with style
The Sentinel says bring back the serving of high-alco-hol-content drinks in appropriate measures and if pos-sible in the glasses especially designed for the purpose This would be desirable for all manner of reasons not least health and safety Barkeepers can be educators too and it shouldnrsquot be too diffi cult to persuade tourists (usually German British and Irish) who represent the majority of volume drinkers in the cityrsquos more desirable watering holes It is foolish greedy and uncouth to con-sume high-alcohol beverages in such volumes and not expect to end up senselessly drunk and ultimately spoil the whole experience Volume drinkers should simply be directed to the lsquopiss waterrsquo beers of which there are many to satiate their needs and leave the quality beer tours for when they have educated themselves in the culture and manner of consumption that ensures maxi-mum pleasure and above all style
By Denson Pierre
STYLED BEER GLASSES
69amsterdam city life
We find the best most fun most typical exciting or local favourite restaurants etcetera in Amsterdam and bring them to you an easy way to feel like a local
Het Compagnie Theater Amsterdam 12122012
Recommended
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EUROGIFTSXenonweg 9 3812 SZ Amersfoort
Tel 033 - 454 35 75 - Fax 033 - 454 35 79E-mail lmproefeurogiftsnl
Website wwweurogiftsnl
FILMPROEF
ORDERNUMMER 6021022ARTIKELNUMMER 65123
Ware grootte (indien uitgeprint)Kleur opdruk Wit
Mulligans Irish Music BarAmsterdamrsquos best address for live Irish music Five (5) nights a week Check our agenda for upcoming sessions
Cafeacute KostverlorenCafeacute Kostverloren is a contemporary cafe offering the cosiness of a saloon an open kitchen and the intimacy of a living room During summer there is a large sunny terrace and during winter an open fi replace
VibesVibes is a relaxing cafecocktail bar art gallery with a large selection of coffees herbal teas homemade cakes and an amazing card of cocktails made with fresh fruit by a professional cocktail bartenderEnjoy our Italian kitchen in a cosy and friendly atmosphere
IncantoIncanto is a restaurant with a classic Italian kitchen Venetian chef Simone Ambrosin is known for his pure and simple style of cooking with feeling for nuance The wine list contains over 150 Italian wines
Planet RosePlanet Rose is the fi rst Caribbean restaurant in the Netherlands which specializes in Jamaican cuisine The menu features a daily changing selection of JamaicanCaribbean dishes and they ensure that you enjoy the whole expe-rience while dining with them
Cafe TisfrisCafe Tisfris is recognisable for its landmarks funky pillars and terrace Tisfris offers a friendly service and is a great pit stop for ldquoyummyrdquo refreshments
Cafe restaurant EdelCafe restaurant Edel is the perfect place for lunch dinner or to simply enjoy a drink Edel is a unique place in Amsterdam
Cafeacute OportoCafeacute Oporto is a traditional Amsterdam lsquobrown cafersquo Welcoming tourists and regular customers alike they offer televised sports wireless internet connection and a wide range of reasonably priced beers and spirits
Connoisseurs Delight Fun Drinking amp MusicTo Be Seen and Tasted
To Be Seen and Tasted
Fun Drinking amp Music
Connoisseurs Delight
Connoisseurs Delight
To Be Seen and Tasted
Neighbourhood cosy
Opera Prima - Patisserie Bistro TraiteurThe best place in town for lunch exquisite high teas or brunches and all of your luxury catering both private and corporate
Kinkerstraat 228 Amsterdamwwwoperaprimanl
St Antoniebreestraat 142 Amsterdamwwwtisfrisnl
Postjesweg 1 1057 DT Amsterdamwwwedelamsterdamnl
Zoutsteeg 1 1012 LX Amsterdamwwwcafeoportonethome
Amstel 100 1017 AC Amsterdamwwwmulligansnl
2e Kostverlorenkade 70 Amsterdamwwwcafekostverlorennl
Jan Pieter Heijestraat 137 Amsterdamwwwwixcomvibes137vibes
Amstel 2 Amsterdamwwwrestaurant-incantonl
Nicolaas Beetsstraat 47 Amsterdamwwwplanetroseinfo
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Answer to sentinelpostgmailcom
Where is this inAmsterdam
72spotted
Room 2cfilm
This is the one that will make you pause James Stewart one of my top ten actors of all time plays a businessman fighting to keep his life and family together while everything is crashing down around him In steps an lsquoangelrsquo to try and convince him that life is not as bad as it seems and that other people would be a lot worse off without him Probably the highest rated film Irsquove ever reviewed and one of the most Christmas-delicious I know
Could you walk 2400 kilometres while being pursued with little more than a longing to return to your homeland and mother to keep you and your dependant companions going Would you do this twice This utterly moving film highlights the true-life Australian apartheid practices of the twentieth century and the trauma it caused to native Australians The barren landscapes provide the perfect backdrop for compelling cinema-tography and its dryness will be irrigated by your tears
By David King
By dpmotions
Itrsquos a Wonderful Life (1946)
Rabbit-Proof Fence (2002)
73room2c
74trends
lsquoFacebook in particular is responsible for exacerbating unspoken competitivenessrsquo
By Dirkje Bakker-Pierre
Trends in the food industry are moving faster than lightning and are harder and harder to keep up with When you are all geared up to create your own artsy cupcakes all of a sudden cupcakes are out and macaroons are the flavour of the day
Sweat dripping and cheeks burning with stress levels going through the roof women all around the country have been toiling night and day to create just the right pimped-up cakes (completely covered in layers of pink and red marzipan tiny silver sugar balls and rose petals made from feather-light sugar) which look like they come from one of the newly popped-up cupcake shops Facebook in particular is responsible for exacerbating unspoken competitiveness due to images being posted of better looking and prettier cakes just after you posted your own in comparison pretty sad creations forcing you back into the kitchen to try again
One day itrsquos cutting out names from layers of chocolate the next itrsquos squirting curls and swirls of rainbow colours or grating organic carrots for the rather awkward lsquohealthyrsquo version the carrot cupcake
Shops have adjusted their aisles to make way for endless shelves of specialised products in all ranges of sweetness and multicoloured cuteness shapes tools mixtures and machines It is a whole world of custom products which just keeps growing and changing and you need to keep up with it all or risk being hopelessly left behind There are pink-coloured cook books workshops websites self-help groups and neglected overweight children crying for something non-sweet for once
But then after all your attempts and when you finally think you have achieved perfection before you know it you make a complete fool of yourself by serving the wrong type of sweet and colourful titbits because a new trend has already arrived That really makes you feel like a macaroon
All Caked Out
75trends
Winter solstice is an exciting time of year when we all start dreaming of more sun more light and more inspiration Continuing the gemstone theme I would like to draw your attention to the very lovely and sparkling sunstone also known as heliolite It is the official gemstone of the US state of Oregon which is a prime source for this beautiful gem The name heliolite is derived from the Greek lsquoheliosrsquo and lsquolithosrsquo which mean lsquosunrsquo and lsquostonersquo It was first discovered in Viking burial mounds but despite its long history is not found in abundance
Sunstone is metallic in appearance and comes in red orange or green colours However cleaner red sunstone is very rare and commands proper gemstone prices The stone is a composite of oligoclase feldspar which also contains hematite or goethite The presence of hematite or goethite gives the stone its ability to reflect light hence the name sunstone Sunstone is said to be an inspiration stone able to bestow freedom independence and happiness It also said to reduce fear alleviate stress and bring good luck in any game of chance This sparkly stone has a further use in healing and is believed to endow its wearers with enhanced self-healing powers Other properties
Shine
By Evelina Kvartunaite
ndash
lsquoDreaming of more sun more light and more inspirationrsquo
ndash
include stimulating the vegetative autonomic nervous system and enhancing the harmonious functioning of all the bodyrsquos organs It is also quite helpful in cases of exhaustion due to lack of sleep
The gemstone is used to treat chronic sore throats and relieves pain caused by stomach ulcers It has proved successful in alleviating Seasonal Affective Disorder (or SAD) and is also known for relieving cartilage problems rheumatism and general aches and pains Sunstone helps in dealing with depression and frees its wearers from feelings of discrimination and failure as well as from perceptions of an lsquoevil worldrsquo Sunstone increases a personrsquos sense of self-esteem and self-worth
Sunstone is particularly beneficial when used in sunshine or sunlight It brings abundance to a personrsquos life and transforms negative energy into positive energy
If you have any other helpful tips you would like to share please let me know at evelinakvartunaiteconsultancymarketmediacom
76health amp well-being
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lsquoBestow freedom independence and happinessrsquo
ndash
ndash
lsquoIt has proved successful in alleviating Seasonal Affective
Disorderrsquo
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77health amp well-being
world this lsquotrickeryrsquo has moved online With todayrsquos short attention spans the potential to draw users to a website and retain them is a crucial skill which is rewarded by the revenue that can be generated based on how long a user stays on a website Link-baiting should have been foreseen since it is inevitable
Every click on a website is a revenue-generating moment in terms of advertising The amount of adverts to which you can expose an online user as they click to and through your website is the currency used to determine whether an advertising agency spends its budget on one publication over another Real journalism and insightful opinions once drove online traffic for web publications but link-baiting is now seriously derailing this approach
Most of the time the story behind the sensational link does not live up to expectations A typical example of this can be found in the online edition of the Watford Observer on Tuesday 31 July 2012 The link-bait read ldquoCameron Diaz vows to kick drug habit with help of stepdadrdquo However following the link or falling for the bait led to the underwhelming story ldquoDrug user Cameron Diaz of Broomfield Rise Abbots Langley has sworn to clean up his act with the help of his stepfatherrdquo Although the story was factually correct the intention of the publication was to trick the
One of my previous articles described how online technology publications are subverting reality by not correctly echoing the sentiments of the consuming public Part of the cause of this is that usually in a bid to counter the majority of lacklustre stories floating around they subvert reality to make it more interesting How many non-geeks really care about the advantages of modelling parallelism on serial programs with the Intelreg Advisor XE Itrsquos certainly not a typically newsworthy story
As a result an annoying phenomenon has slowly been building momentum This is now quite evident all over the internet and is destroying good journalism The phenomenon is called Link-baiting Our trustworthy source of internet knowledge describes Link-bait(ing) as anything ldquointeresting enough to catch peoplersquos attentionrdquo (httpenwikipediaorgwikiLink_bait)
Link-baiting is synonymous with the sensational cover stories used on the front of magazines to entice people walking past to pick up the magazines and delve into them As with most things from the print
No news is good news
lsquoQuite evident all over the internet and is destroying good
journalismrsquo
By Simon Owusu
technology
TechBit Sio-Bytes
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provider in America to the tune of US$ 400 million The initial story broke on the PRWEB website and the majority of online publications regurgitated the story with no additional insights such as the implications of such a deal which real journalism would call for None of them bothered to check the sources or the credibility of the story Millions of revenue-generating clicks later the more seasoned online publications such as CNN AllThings D and CNET broke the bigger story that the press release was fake and that both Google and ICOA Wireless had denied the story In a rush to break the story the first rule of journalism was contravened lsquoAlways check your sourcesrsquo
Given the transient nature of any false news stories posted on the internet these days the story quickly disappeared from most of the offending publications and today you will be hard pressed to find any mention of this slip-up The Sentinel we like to think always brings you the truth albeit typed on an iPad Mini so donrsquot count on us to follow such faulty phenomena and trends
online user into clicking on it due to the coincidental name-sharing of the Abbots Langley Cameron Diaz with the famous American actress Every link clicked demonstrates the potential for advertisers to reach larger audiences and generate revenue for the online publications
From the same school as link-baiting comes the phenomenon of lsquofirst past the postrsquo journalism within the advertising-driven online publication world In this type of journalism emphasis is placed on being first to publish or break a news story Online publications that are first to break a news story attract a high amount of traffic (which translates into large revenues generated by advertising) since they are the only source of that particular information for a short space of time Online users have no choice but to visit that particular site if they wish to read the scoop The downside of this is that in a bid to be first to reap the advertising revenues frequently news stories are not properly checked for credibility On Monday 26 November 2012 nearly every online technology publication published the story of Google purchasing ICOA Wireless a Wi-Fi hot-spot
lsquoFrequently news stories are not properly checked for credibilityrsquo
lsquolsquoAlways check your sourcesrsquorsquo
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these people in business suits are rushing to check in their business cases Irsquom manoeuvring my 19-metre ski bag between them Strange looks and questions donrsquot surprise me anymore The looks whispers and questions Irsquove had while on trains from one place to the next or on the tram after going to the beach on my way to the indoor slope this summer On the one hand they made me feel like I was some strange creature from another planet but on the other they got me extra stoked up about what Irsquom doing
As I write this itrsquos a week after I checked in my bags and Irsquom sitting in my favourite coffee shop Cuppa Joersquos in Breckenridge Colorado Over the past five days Irsquove been getting up every morning at around 630 am and getting out at around 800am Anyone who knows me will probably raise an eyebrow at this When Irsquom working at home on my photos and stories for the White Freeski Magazine where Irsquom editor-in-chief or on freelance assignments my daily rhythm is completely the opposite But I guess thatrsquos the nice thing about jetlag
Itrsquos hard to describe the feeling of finally getting back
You know that feeling of bubbly excitement you get when you are getting ready to go and do something yoursquove been anticipating for a long long time It might be finally nailing that presentation to finish up university cooking a great dinner for friends or excitement about meeting up with someone
Getting my bags out from the basement after they had been collecting dust for the past eight months prompted those feelings to rush through my veins once again Even though I donrsquot mind being home going to the beach and rehabbing my knee and visiting friends in different countries over the summer all this has taken place in the city and Irsquove been missing the mountains terribly As Irsquom getting my bags out it makes me realise that it really is almost time for me to click into my skis again and breathe in the fresh mountain air
After packing it was finally time to get on my flight to Denver Colorado on Monday morning While all
white outBubbles of Excitement
By Ananda van Welij
Just another girl from a country without mountains addicted to snow
lsquoGo and do something yoursquove been anticipating for a long long timersquo
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have ahead of me this winter Looking forward again instead of being bummed I try to focus on the bright side like I did while I was stuck at home rehabbing and walking on crutches Trying to be inspired by what I see around me and what others do and have instead of being frustrated by it
It makes me wonder about just working and meeting up with friends at home I know I have a privileged life as Irsquom sitting here but isnrsquot this something we all experience in our daily lives It can be hard to sit down let go of the frustration sadness and problems and look forward Itrsquos not always possible to do it overnight but I think that just trying makes you feel better and in the end it allows you to bubble with excitement again no matter if itrsquos for a day of skiing or for finishing that project
My new mission for this season is to stay positive and draw inspiration from the people and things around me Irsquoll let you know how Irsquom doing in three weeksrsquo time
onto my skis after being out for eight months due to a torn MCL Cruising down the hill feeling and hearing the snow crunch under my feet It might sound strange to you but to me itrsquos a special sort of magic I guess it has something to do with the dopamine your body makes while having a great rush of excitement Although Irsquom pretty tired right now and taking a day off from skiing just walking outside and knowing that I can go up the hill any moment I like makes me feel better
Being so excited to be back on the snow after an injury also has a downside It comes in the form of having to hold myself back Since my injury I havenrsquot been jumping or doing any crazy tricks Itrsquos hard seeing all my friends jump and having fun in the park knowing I really shouldnrsquot do any of that stuff yet My mind is screaming ldquoYou can do that toordquo But Irsquom scared of a repeat injury brought on by pushing myself too hard too fast I have to force myself to sit down talk to my friends and listen to their stories of having fun while being genuinely happy for them To enjoy the sun instead of freaking myself out eat some good food have a good laugh and think of all the fun trips I
lsquoExtra stoked up about what Irsquom doingrsquo
lsquoTo me itrsquos a special sort of magicrsquo
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We have reached the point of the season when the outstanding manager of the first half has his team profiled and receives a pat on the back An overall lead at Xmas more often than not means that the team has peaked during the first half of the season before going on to show signs of weakness This season unusually we have a manager who has led strongly from the very early weeks but who still has a full supply of substitutes in reserve This bodes ill for the other managers as even though he has been professionally hunted down to the point that his lead is now meagre (or even gone by the time this is published) Steven Fockema still holds all the aces given that his reserves remain intact while the chasersrsquo have been used up to varying degrees
Daft3Punks
GK Tim Krul (newcastle United) 25m ndash Out injured from the beginning of September until the end of November No proper form assessment possible so far this season and his team are in apparent gradual creep towards the relegation zone Rating 825
deF Jose enrique (Liverpool) 35m ndash At a work-in-progress team Now playing regularly as a midfielder and showing positive form Rating 85
deF daniel Agger (Liverpool) 4m ndash Still more bluster and posing than glory Rating 825
deF Winston Reid (West Ham) 1m ndash Doing New Zealand proud in the Premier League at his price West Ham may not secure a greater number of clean sheets in the second half of the season however Rating 80
deF Jan Vertonghen (Tottenham Hotspur) 45m ndash Handsome driving Belgian vanilla One of the stars of the season thus far Rating 90
mId Gareth Bale (Tottenham Hotspur) 55m ndash The most impressive individual player in the current Premier League Rating 915
mId michu (Swansea city) 2m ndash Incredible value at his price A natural goal-scorer extraordinaire who also gets around and shows versatility Rating 90
mId Yaya Toure (manchester city) 45m ndash Nowhere close to his form of the previous season even if that can change in the second half of this one Rating 850
FWd Fabio Borini (Liverpool) 3m ndash Tipped here to eventually do well but long-term injury befell him just at the time he was settling into his new team and system Rating 80
FWd olivier Giroud (Arsenal) 45m ndash Has been nudging levels above average of late Rating 850
FWd Papiss cisse (newcastle United) 5m ndash Another player showing an astonishing fall from the excellence of the final third of the previous season Newcastle United appear to need re-styling quickly Rating 825
overall rating 9340 (max 100)
The New Year will only bring fireworks given the keen match-up between FFG-CL managers
By Denson Pierre
The Gold Room
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CZECH REPUBLIC - STUNNINGLY DIFFERENT
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Wintry Wonders
ndashlsquoThe sturdy weather-defying people we arersquo
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Wintry Wonders
By Sam van Dam
In recent years Amsterdam has been blessed or cursed depending on your point of view by regular snowfall in the winter to spring period It still feels like a bit of a novelty given that we usually experience a grey rainy mess around Christmas time instead of a white blanket With snow becoming a regular but still novel visitor to our beloved city and country our reactions to it cover the full range of emotions from childlike joy that makes us look up into the sky with our tongue sticking out to catch some of the little fluffy flakes followed by a frantic run to the attic to find those old ice-skates among all the rubble to angry fist-shaking at the heavens followed by a desperate soul-crushing ldquoNoooooordquo usually from those who own a car and have to start their day with some hand-numbing ice removal from the frozen windows of their vehicles not to mention the inevitable traffic jams
ndashlsquoNegotiate your steel horse through piles of ice and snow covering every surfacersquo
perspectives21
ndashlsquoAn iced-over surface is the natural enemy of anything moving across itrsquo
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clouds Going by the sheer number of mangled locals hauled off to hospital emergency rooms each January it often seems like we forget everything wersquove learned in previous winters or we simply enjoy kissing the cold asphalt while the bike chain wraps itself around our cold stiffened necks No other explanation makes sense The safest advice is to stay inside until the worst is over but since most of us need to go out and make a living or at least visit the shops to stock up on hot chocolate and whipped cream for those long dark evenings by the fireplace hibernation is sadly not an option Luckily the periods of time when we have to deal with ice and snow are usually short lived and there is always the alternative of the public transport system for those who donrsquot dare to confront the frozen world wheel-on And of course there is one thing that unites all of us in a feverish winter dream and makes us forget all the downsides of the cold season the thought that we might be able to ice-skate on the canals rivers and waterways of our lovely little country There is a magic word that we only dare to whisper for fear that once itrsquos spoken out loud the temperature will rise instantly so Irsquom going to write it in tiny letters only Elfstedentocht (Eleven city tour) This ice-skating race of over 200 kilometres through the beautiful frozen Frisian landscape is the pinnacle of winter wonderland fun for the entire family We were last able to enjoy this mysterious and elusive pleasure in 1997 so wish us luck and hopefully this season we can live the dream again May the winter gods be with us
Being the sturdy weather-defying people we are it does not bother us much to hop on our bikes and face the white landscape But there are a few things to consider before throwing yourself into a winter storm trying to negotiate your steel horse through piles of ice and snow covering every surface Make sure to dress properly ndash itrsquos best to wear several layers of clothing which allows the air trapped in between to warm up and keep you comfortable The outer layer should really be waterproof as snow can become rain in an instant here and you donrsquot want to be stuck in a woollen jacket that will freeze solid and cover you with an icy crust when the wind turns in your direction A nice thick hat and gloves are mandatory the head being the area of your body from which most heat exits and you donrsquot want to let that happen Keep it under wraps to ensure proper brain activity and intact ears even if yoursquore caught out in one of those mini-blizzards that can just pop up out of nowhere Once yoursquore all bundled up and ready for the ride there is of course the small issue of the streets being completely covered in icy sludge the kind that has created wrinkles of despair and fear across the foreheads of generations of Dutch men and women An iced-over surface is the natural enemy of anything moving across it and especially those with only two wheels which have a natural tendency to fall over when not held in check by the trained thighs of a road warrior It is highly advisable to ride slowly and carefully keeping an eye on the road ahead of you for frozen patches These can usually be easily identified by the number of falling bodies and crashing bikes of those who seem to think that gravity is suspended once the fluffy stuff starts drifting down from the
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A Russian bears a Chinese panda
Moscow
Once a year I take a foreign holiday and every time I want it to be something special In order to experience the gorgeous Chinese culture and to faint at the sight of enormous skyscrapers in November 2012 I departed Moscow for Hong Kong I wanted my trip to include cultural aspects be affordable and bring something new into my life Looking back I am happy to say that my holiday completely satisfied all these criteria
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By Tatiana Igumensheva
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lsquoA casino which is often the only purpose for visiting Macau especially for people from mainland China and
Hong Kongrsquo
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Macau
Having landed in Honk Kong I took a ferry to Macau which is not as large as its nickname the lsquoAsian Las Vegasrsquo suggests It took me just a day to complete my sightseeing and another to buy souvenirs The only place I omitted from my explorations was a casino which is often the only purpose for visiting Macau especially for people from mainland China and Hong Kong Temples natas (exquisite tarts) Portuguese architecture from the 19th century alongside huge skyscrapers this is the Macau I will remember It is very clean and most museums and temples do not charge for admission I enjoyed the Mandarinrsquos House most of all ndash a great example of home and everyday life habits Jesuit temples are gorgeous as well as the fortress with its lighthouse and of course Macaursquos most famous landmark the ruins of St Paulrsquos cathedral
Macau is a former Portuguese colony and if this one is anything to go by this is something the Portuguese were great at The old city centre has the atmosphere of a small tranquil town ndash very safe and friendly ndash which is exactly what it is both Macau and Hong Kong are probably the two safest places in the world The only thing that was a constant worry was the fact that Macau (and Hong Kong) has no open spaces at all The roads just keep going up and down up and downhellip
Good cardio exercise though I went through it for two days in Macau and then continued my hiking in Hong Kong
Hong Kong
Signs of British colonialism in Hong Kong are noticeable by their absence It was all destroyed in order to make use of every square metre An absence of land has made Hong Kong a temple to skyscrapers and the Chinese appear to have mastered this art perfectly
The first place to see is surely The Peak however Even if you are hysterically afraid of heights you simply must go there This is one view you will never forget Visit it at least twice ndash in the afternoon and in the evening ndash and you will see two different cities below Then take a walk through the central area The way the buildings almost literally scrape the sky excites me every time I look up ndash itlsquos amazing By the way despite being such a technological nation the local Chinese care about the environment in all aspects of their lives They are fond of trees even in a small city-centre park so they can take a little rest on their way to work and they really seem to care about nature There are huge penalties for littering smoking in prohibited areas and great attention to recycling Hong Kong is a city that cares ndash thatrsquos my first impression
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lsquoAn absence of land has made Hong Kong a temple to skyscrapersrsquo
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Another thought I had about all of this progress around me is that being such a progressive society the local Chinese never stopped to become fundamentally religious There are many temples and statues so many religions live together in this peaceful place That was a completely new lifestyle experience for me skyscrapers happily standing alongside all sorts of religious buildings Maybe thatrsquos what freedom of faith is all about
If you manage to get there try to visit all the places described in the tourist guidebooks They are really worth seeing Hong Kong residents spend their weekends visiting these places themselves Ocean Park Big Buddha Mid-levels the Avenue of Stars Hong Kong Park the Botanical and Zoological Gardenshellip I enjoyed all of them greatly
However what struck me the most was the people Forever smiling kind and always helpful Talking to them was a pleasure And some of them cook such delicious dishes that I was ready to eat the plate By the way do not forget that Hong Kong is the capital of international cuisine ndash so try everything Except for Borsch (some restaurants offer it) with which I still believe it is better to get acquainted in Russia or Ukraine All sorts of noodles rice and dumplings are
available here I tried Vietnamese Indian and Hong Kong cuisine and I cannot say which I like morehellip So Hong Kong is a wonderful opportunity to try everything
One last bit of advice if you can afford it take a hotel room with harbour view which will pay you back with interest My harbour-view hotel room suited me perfectly When I was tired of walking I went to my room had a glass of wine watched the lights shimmering on the other side of harbour and was completely happy
I am just reaching the end of my holiday taking a rest in my room and feeling really jealous of anyone about to visit Hong Kong for the first time You are going to enjoy so many exciting emotionshellip
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lsquoThe local Chinese care about the environment in all aspects of their livesrsquo
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lsquoHong Kong is a city that caresrsquo
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lsquoHong Kong is the capital of international cuisine ndash so try everythingrsquo
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Silent nights
Winter nights are well suited to staying indoors in the warmth especially after dark Not everyone is a lowland bear however and most of us need thoughtful stimulation to keep smiling through cold nights spent away from living quarters Luckily for Amsterdammers who pay attention from time to time extremely interesting and creative happenings are staged at a price anyone can afford The idea is simple tour the lights of lsquoNew Cityrsquo Amsterdam at night spending a couple of hours on a sturdy comfortable and warm (enclosed) historical craft The city falls silent as soon as you leave the pier and the transformation is complete when the city becomes simply unrecognisable with its flat lines interrupted by a few high-rising buildings shimmering back at you Some things in Amsterdam remain refreshingly surprising even to its well-cured darlings Not much beats having couple glasses of wine while splashing across the IJsselmeer and struggling to figure out which section of the city you are gazing upon through the silence of an icy night
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The Sentinel took up the enthusiastic invitation from the people of the annually occurring Dutch-Lithuanian art event on December 1 The Dutch aspect of the event day and night together with the displayed art was not particularly significant in this case however given that it was one of the more complete cultural cuisine musical and heartily drinking events that the recent European Union arrivalrsquos creative set could conjure with the help of their foreign desk and local culture funds A well produced and expansive programme could be sampled and lightning insight garnered into the culture and artistic impressions of a pearl of Baltic civilisation Vilnius met Amsterdam It just may be time for this e-zine to delve even deeper into Lithuania
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Iron Wolves
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MechelenAuthentic and full of surprises Thatrsquos Mechelen Hospitable and honourable Thatrsquos the people of Mechelen Come and experience the cityrsquos urban charms for yourself Mechelen
Authentic and full of surprises Thatrsquos Mechelen Hospitable and honourable Thatrsquos the people of Mechelen Come and experience the cityrsquos urban charms for yourself
photography copy Layla Aerts
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CafeacuteBar Review Batavia 1920
lsquoClassic bar art embraces you as you enterrsquo
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Batavia 1920Prins Hendrikkade 85 1012 AE Amsterdam
It is always handy to know of a wholesome cafeacutebar that ticks all the boxes even if it happens to be located at the busiest point of the old city (obliquely opposite Central Station) Over the course of the different seasons I managed to assess this fine establishment which serves as another reminder of what good honest bars are all about There is still quality available in Amsterdam
AmbianceThoughtful solid furniture easy lighting and classic bar art embraces you as you enter With a chess club professional dart board regular parties and borrels the vibe ranges daily from mellow to vibrant Rating 5
StaffregularsOn my most recent visit I had the pleasure of Elizabeth and Jamie leading the service but staff members are always experienced service is quick and drinks are de-livered with fresh smiles whoever happens to be work-ing The regulars are plentiful and the bar emanates the energy of a good professional lsquoIrishrsquo bar attracting an eclectic international mix to this super-central location It is a perfect meeting point for friends from any cardi-nal direction with the national transportation hub being literally just across the road Rating 5
Televised sportAmple flat screens and channels Rating 4
PricesIn general the prices are standard Central Amsterdam levels which is sadly typical of grand cafeacutes in this post-code area What works in Bataviarsquos favour is that it has an above-average selection of lsquoBelgian beautiesrsquo (beer) on offer Given the advised dosage having two or three should not leave you broke or broken The kitchen also has quite a strong reputation for above-average pub fare The Sunday roast dinner is especially popular and keeps folk who like that sort of thing coming back as often as they can afford it Rating 3
MusicGenuinely diverse popular and world music from a crisp-sounding digital sound system and staff members seem to have cool taste in music Rating 5
Smoking area provisionThere is a large smoking room on the lower level Sim-ple and ingenious air-conditioning allows you to spend your full upstairs session there without the sense of be-ing fumigated If you were not told about the smoking area below you would not know there was one Rating 5
Total rating 2730(Ratings from 1-5 where 1 = Very poor and 5 = Excel-lent)
By Denson Pierre
lsquoA perfect meeting point for friends from any cardinal directionrsquo
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1
lsquoIt has an above-average selection of lsquoBelgian beautiesrsquorsquo
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star beer guide
The SentinelStar beer guide
lsquoFind the better bars serving it at the right price in the New Yearrsquo
Clever marketing and an effective pricing campaign has led to this A-class standard-bearing blonde becoming one of the most easily found lsquorealrsquo beers in Amsterdam cafeacutes and bars With its distinctive charisma and fresh fruity taste it sits just on the edge in terms of strength and only the brave and seasoned can be found using it as a session beer Prices across Amsterdam for the same Trappist-glass measure can range dramatically from euro 250 to euro 425 per glass so there is fun to be had trying to find the better bars serving it at the right price in the New Year Your search will be rewarded by this cool classic
Grimbergen Blonde is brewed by Alken-Maes Alken Belgium
By Denson Pierre
GRIMBERGEN BLONDE (67 ABV)
67star beer guide
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BRING BACK
A substantial amount of the culture on mainland Europe revolves around platinum-standard beer of various descriptions and fl avours being easily available Amsterdam is not lacking in cafeacutes bars off licences supermarkets and online outlets stocking truly great beers available either immediately or within 24 hours With the growing popularity of high-yeast and high alcohol by volume brands how these drinks are served is a cause for concern however
Led by the Belgians and French the art of designing a glass that refl ects the individual quality of the liquid experience within is among these productsrsquo most out-standing features after their fl avour and power to in-toxicate Any beer of decent repute has its own glass in which it is intended to be served This always takes the form and size of a sensible measure to ensure a taste experience at the correct temperature and allow people to enjoy the evoked sensations before fi nding them-selves suddenly and blindingly drunk What we now often fi nd in tourist-pressed Amsterdam are these lsquoreal beersrsquo being off ered and served to ignorant punters in pint (or half-litre) measures leading to people becom-ing drunk at speed and destroying the overall aesthetic of lsquobeering itrsquo with style
The Sentinel says bring back the serving of high-alco-hol-content drinks in appropriate measures and if pos-sible in the glasses especially designed for the purpose This would be desirable for all manner of reasons not least health and safety Barkeepers can be educators too and it shouldnrsquot be too diffi cult to persuade tourists (usually German British and Irish) who represent the majority of volume drinkers in the cityrsquos more desirable watering holes It is foolish greedy and uncouth to con-sume high-alcohol beverages in such volumes and not expect to end up senselessly drunk and ultimately spoil the whole experience Volume drinkers should simply be directed to the lsquopiss waterrsquo beers of which there are many to satiate their needs and leave the quality beer tours for when they have educated themselves in the culture and manner of consumption that ensures maxi-mum pleasure and above all style
By Denson Pierre
STYLED BEER GLASSES
69amsterdam city life
We find the best most fun most typical exciting or local favourite restaurants etcetera in Amsterdam and bring them to you an easy way to feel like a local
Het Compagnie Theater Amsterdam 12122012
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EUROGIFTSXenonweg 9 3812 SZ Amersfoort
Tel 033 - 454 35 75 - Fax 033 - 454 35 79E-mail lmproefeurogiftsnl
Website wwweurogiftsnl
FILMPROEF
ORDERNUMMER 6021022ARTIKELNUMMER 65123
Ware grootte (indien uitgeprint)Kleur opdruk Wit
Mulligans Irish Music BarAmsterdamrsquos best address for live Irish music Five (5) nights a week Check our agenda for upcoming sessions
Cafeacute KostverlorenCafeacute Kostverloren is a contemporary cafe offering the cosiness of a saloon an open kitchen and the intimacy of a living room During summer there is a large sunny terrace and during winter an open fi replace
VibesVibes is a relaxing cafecocktail bar art gallery with a large selection of coffees herbal teas homemade cakes and an amazing card of cocktails made with fresh fruit by a professional cocktail bartenderEnjoy our Italian kitchen in a cosy and friendly atmosphere
IncantoIncanto is a restaurant with a classic Italian kitchen Venetian chef Simone Ambrosin is known for his pure and simple style of cooking with feeling for nuance The wine list contains over 150 Italian wines
Planet RosePlanet Rose is the fi rst Caribbean restaurant in the Netherlands which specializes in Jamaican cuisine The menu features a daily changing selection of JamaicanCaribbean dishes and they ensure that you enjoy the whole expe-rience while dining with them
Cafe TisfrisCafe Tisfris is recognisable for its landmarks funky pillars and terrace Tisfris offers a friendly service and is a great pit stop for ldquoyummyrdquo refreshments
Cafe restaurant EdelCafe restaurant Edel is the perfect place for lunch dinner or to simply enjoy a drink Edel is a unique place in Amsterdam
Cafeacute OportoCafeacute Oporto is a traditional Amsterdam lsquobrown cafersquo Welcoming tourists and regular customers alike they offer televised sports wireless internet connection and a wide range of reasonably priced beers and spirits
Connoisseurs Delight Fun Drinking amp MusicTo Be Seen and Tasted
To Be Seen and Tasted
Fun Drinking amp Music
Connoisseurs Delight
Connoisseurs Delight
To Be Seen and Tasted
Neighbourhood cosy
Opera Prima - Patisserie Bistro TraiteurThe best place in town for lunch exquisite high teas or brunches and all of your luxury catering both private and corporate
Kinkerstraat 228 Amsterdamwwwoperaprimanl
St Antoniebreestraat 142 Amsterdamwwwtisfrisnl
Postjesweg 1 1057 DT Amsterdamwwwedelamsterdamnl
Zoutsteeg 1 1012 LX Amsterdamwwwcafeoportonethome
Amstel 100 1017 AC Amsterdamwwwmulligansnl
2e Kostverlorenkade 70 Amsterdamwwwcafekostverlorennl
Jan Pieter Heijestraat 137 Amsterdamwwwwixcomvibes137vibes
Amstel 2 Amsterdamwwwrestaurant-incantonl
Nicolaas Beetsstraat 47 Amsterdamwwwplanetroseinfo
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Room 2cfilm
This is the one that will make you pause James Stewart one of my top ten actors of all time plays a businessman fighting to keep his life and family together while everything is crashing down around him In steps an lsquoangelrsquo to try and convince him that life is not as bad as it seems and that other people would be a lot worse off without him Probably the highest rated film Irsquove ever reviewed and one of the most Christmas-delicious I know
Could you walk 2400 kilometres while being pursued with little more than a longing to return to your homeland and mother to keep you and your dependant companions going Would you do this twice This utterly moving film highlights the true-life Australian apartheid practices of the twentieth century and the trauma it caused to native Australians The barren landscapes provide the perfect backdrop for compelling cinema-tography and its dryness will be irrigated by your tears
By David King
By dpmotions
Itrsquos a Wonderful Life (1946)
Rabbit-Proof Fence (2002)
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74trends
lsquoFacebook in particular is responsible for exacerbating unspoken competitivenessrsquo
By Dirkje Bakker-Pierre
Trends in the food industry are moving faster than lightning and are harder and harder to keep up with When you are all geared up to create your own artsy cupcakes all of a sudden cupcakes are out and macaroons are the flavour of the day
Sweat dripping and cheeks burning with stress levels going through the roof women all around the country have been toiling night and day to create just the right pimped-up cakes (completely covered in layers of pink and red marzipan tiny silver sugar balls and rose petals made from feather-light sugar) which look like they come from one of the newly popped-up cupcake shops Facebook in particular is responsible for exacerbating unspoken competitiveness due to images being posted of better looking and prettier cakes just after you posted your own in comparison pretty sad creations forcing you back into the kitchen to try again
One day itrsquos cutting out names from layers of chocolate the next itrsquos squirting curls and swirls of rainbow colours or grating organic carrots for the rather awkward lsquohealthyrsquo version the carrot cupcake
Shops have adjusted their aisles to make way for endless shelves of specialised products in all ranges of sweetness and multicoloured cuteness shapes tools mixtures and machines It is a whole world of custom products which just keeps growing and changing and you need to keep up with it all or risk being hopelessly left behind There are pink-coloured cook books workshops websites self-help groups and neglected overweight children crying for something non-sweet for once
But then after all your attempts and when you finally think you have achieved perfection before you know it you make a complete fool of yourself by serving the wrong type of sweet and colourful titbits because a new trend has already arrived That really makes you feel like a macaroon
All Caked Out
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Winter solstice is an exciting time of year when we all start dreaming of more sun more light and more inspiration Continuing the gemstone theme I would like to draw your attention to the very lovely and sparkling sunstone also known as heliolite It is the official gemstone of the US state of Oregon which is a prime source for this beautiful gem The name heliolite is derived from the Greek lsquoheliosrsquo and lsquolithosrsquo which mean lsquosunrsquo and lsquostonersquo It was first discovered in Viking burial mounds but despite its long history is not found in abundance
Sunstone is metallic in appearance and comes in red orange or green colours However cleaner red sunstone is very rare and commands proper gemstone prices The stone is a composite of oligoclase feldspar which also contains hematite or goethite The presence of hematite or goethite gives the stone its ability to reflect light hence the name sunstone Sunstone is said to be an inspiration stone able to bestow freedom independence and happiness It also said to reduce fear alleviate stress and bring good luck in any game of chance This sparkly stone has a further use in healing and is believed to endow its wearers with enhanced self-healing powers Other properties
Shine
By Evelina Kvartunaite
ndash
lsquoDreaming of more sun more light and more inspirationrsquo
ndash
include stimulating the vegetative autonomic nervous system and enhancing the harmonious functioning of all the bodyrsquos organs It is also quite helpful in cases of exhaustion due to lack of sleep
The gemstone is used to treat chronic sore throats and relieves pain caused by stomach ulcers It has proved successful in alleviating Seasonal Affective Disorder (or SAD) and is also known for relieving cartilage problems rheumatism and general aches and pains Sunstone helps in dealing with depression and frees its wearers from feelings of discrimination and failure as well as from perceptions of an lsquoevil worldrsquo Sunstone increases a personrsquos sense of self-esteem and self-worth
Sunstone is particularly beneficial when used in sunshine or sunlight It brings abundance to a personrsquos life and transforms negative energy into positive energy
If you have any other helpful tips you would like to share please let me know at evelinakvartunaiteconsultancymarketmediacom
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lsquoBestow freedom independence and happinessrsquo
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lsquoIt has proved successful in alleviating Seasonal Affective
Disorderrsquo
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world this lsquotrickeryrsquo has moved online With todayrsquos short attention spans the potential to draw users to a website and retain them is a crucial skill which is rewarded by the revenue that can be generated based on how long a user stays on a website Link-baiting should have been foreseen since it is inevitable
Every click on a website is a revenue-generating moment in terms of advertising The amount of adverts to which you can expose an online user as they click to and through your website is the currency used to determine whether an advertising agency spends its budget on one publication over another Real journalism and insightful opinions once drove online traffic for web publications but link-baiting is now seriously derailing this approach
Most of the time the story behind the sensational link does not live up to expectations A typical example of this can be found in the online edition of the Watford Observer on Tuesday 31 July 2012 The link-bait read ldquoCameron Diaz vows to kick drug habit with help of stepdadrdquo However following the link or falling for the bait led to the underwhelming story ldquoDrug user Cameron Diaz of Broomfield Rise Abbots Langley has sworn to clean up his act with the help of his stepfatherrdquo Although the story was factually correct the intention of the publication was to trick the
One of my previous articles described how online technology publications are subverting reality by not correctly echoing the sentiments of the consuming public Part of the cause of this is that usually in a bid to counter the majority of lacklustre stories floating around they subvert reality to make it more interesting How many non-geeks really care about the advantages of modelling parallelism on serial programs with the Intelreg Advisor XE Itrsquos certainly not a typically newsworthy story
As a result an annoying phenomenon has slowly been building momentum This is now quite evident all over the internet and is destroying good journalism The phenomenon is called Link-baiting Our trustworthy source of internet knowledge describes Link-bait(ing) as anything ldquointeresting enough to catch peoplersquos attentionrdquo (httpenwikipediaorgwikiLink_bait)
Link-baiting is synonymous with the sensational cover stories used on the front of magazines to entice people walking past to pick up the magazines and delve into them As with most things from the print
No news is good news
lsquoQuite evident all over the internet and is destroying good
journalismrsquo
By Simon Owusu
technology
TechBit Sio-Bytes
78
provider in America to the tune of US$ 400 million The initial story broke on the PRWEB website and the majority of online publications regurgitated the story with no additional insights such as the implications of such a deal which real journalism would call for None of them bothered to check the sources or the credibility of the story Millions of revenue-generating clicks later the more seasoned online publications such as CNN AllThings D and CNET broke the bigger story that the press release was fake and that both Google and ICOA Wireless had denied the story In a rush to break the story the first rule of journalism was contravened lsquoAlways check your sourcesrsquo
Given the transient nature of any false news stories posted on the internet these days the story quickly disappeared from most of the offending publications and today you will be hard pressed to find any mention of this slip-up The Sentinel we like to think always brings you the truth albeit typed on an iPad Mini so donrsquot count on us to follow such faulty phenomena and trends
online user into clicking on it due to the coincidental name-sharing of the Abbots Langley Cameron Diaz with the famous American actress Every link clicked demonstrates the potential for advertisers to reach larger audiences and generate revenue for the online publications
From the same school as link-baiting comes the phenomenon of lsquofirst past the postrsquo journalism within the advertising-driven online publication world In this type of journalism emphasis is placed on being first to publish or break a news story Online publications that are first to break a news story attract a high amount of traffic (which translates into large revenues generated by advertising) since they are the only source of that particular information for a short space of time Online users have no choice but to visit that particular site if they wish to read the scoop The downside of this is that in a bid to be first to reap the advertising revenues frequently news stories are not properly checked for credibility On Monday 26 November 2012 nearly every online technology publication published the story of Google purchasing ICOA Wireless a Wi-Fi hot-spot
lsquoFrequently news stories are not properly checked for credibilityrsquo
lsquolsquoAlways check your sourcesrsquorsquo
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these people in business suits are rushing to check in their business cases Irsquom manoeuvring my 19-metre ski bag between them Strange looks and questions donrsquot surprise me anymore The looks whispers and questions Irsquove had while on trains from one place to the next or on the tram after going to the beach on my way to the indoor slope this summer On the one hand they made me feel like I was some strange creature from another planet but on the other they got me extra stoked up about what Irsquom doing
As I write this itrsquos a week after I checked in my bags and Irsquom sitting in my favourite coffee shop Cuppa Joersquos in Breckenridge Colorado Over the past five days Irsquove been getting up every morning at around 630 am and getting out at around 800am Anyone who knows me will probably raise an eyebrow at this When Irsquom working at home on my photos and stories for the White Freeski Magazine where Irsquom editor-in-chief or on freelance assignments my daily rhythm is completely the opposite But I guess thatrsquos the nice thing about jetlag
Itrsquos hard to describe the feeling of finally getting back
You know that feeling of bubbly excitement you get when you are getting ready to go and do something yoursquove been anticipating for a long long time It might be finally nailing that presentation to finish up university cooking a great dinner for friends or excitement about meeting up with someone
Getting my bags out from the basement after they had been collecting dust for the past eight months prompted those feelings to rush through my veins once again Even though I donrsquot mind being home going to the beach and rehabbing my knee and visiting friends in different countries over the summer all this has taken place in the city and Irsquove been missing the mountains terribly As Irsquom getting my bags out it makes me realise that it really is almost time for me to click into my skis again and breathe in the fresh mountain air
After packing it was finally time to get on my flight to Denver Colorado on Monday morning While all
white outBubbles of Excitement
By Ananda van Welij
Just another girl from a country without mountains addicted to snow
lsquoGo and do something yoursquove been anticipating for a long long timersquo
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have ahead of me this winter Looking forward again instead of being bummed I try to focus on the bright side like I did while I was stuck at home rehabbing and walking on crutches Trying to be inspired by what I see around me and what others do and have instead of being frustrated by it
It makes me wonder about just working and meeting up with friends at home I know I have a privileged life as Irsquom sitting here but isnrsquot this something we all experience in our daily lives It can be hard to sit down let go of the frustration sadness and problems and look forward Itrsquos not always possible to do it overnight but I think that just trying makes you feel better and in the end it allows you to bubble with excitement again no matter if itrsquos for a day of skiing or for finishing that project
My new mission for this season is to stay positive and draw inspiration from the people and things around me Irsquoll let you know how Irsquom doing in three weeksrsquo time
onto my skis after being out for eight months due to a torn MCL Cruising down the hill feeling and hearing the snow crunch under my feet It might sound strange to you but to me itrsquos a special sort of magic I guess it has something to do with the dopamine your body makes while having a great rush of excitement Although Irsquom pretty tired right now and taking a day off from skiing just walking outside and knowing that I can go up the hill any moment I like makes me feel better
Being so excited to be back on the snow after an injury also has a downside It comes in the form of having to hold myself back Since my injury I havenrsquot been jumping or doing any crazy tricks Itrsquos hard seeing all my friends jump and having fun in the park knowing I really shouldnrsquot do any of that stuff yet My mind is screaming ldquoYou can do that toordquo But Irsquom scared of a repeat injury brought on by pushing myself too hard too fast I have to force myself to sit down talk to my friends and listen to their stories of having fun while being genuinely happy for them To enjoy the sun instead of freaking myself out eat some good food have a good laugh and think of all the fun trips I
lsquoExtra stoked up about what Irsquom doingrsquo
lsquoTo me itrsquos a special sort of magicrsquo
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We have reached the point of the season when the outstanding manager of the first half has his team profiled and receives a pat on the back An overall lead at Xmas more often than not means that the team has peaked during the first half of the season before going on to show signs of weakness This season unusually we have a manager who has led strongly from the very early weeks but who still has a full supply of substitutes in reserve This bodes ill for the other managers as even though he has been professionally hunted down to the point that his lead is now meagre (or even gone by the time this is published) Steven Fockema still holds all the aces given that his reserves remain intact while the chasersrsquo have been used up to varying degrees
Daft3Punks
GK Tim Krul (newcastle United) 25m ndash Out injured from the beginning of September until the end of November No proper form assessment possible so far this season and his team are in apparent gradual creep towards the relegation zone Rating 825
deF Jose enrique (Liverpool) 35m ndash At a work-in-progress team Now playing regularly as a midfielder and showing positive form Rating 85
deF daniel Agger (Liverpool) 4m ndash Still more bluster and posing than glory Rating 825
deF Winston Reid (West Ham) 1m ndash Doing New Zealand proud in the Premier League at his price West Ham may not secure a greater number of clean sheets in the second half of the season however Rating 80
deF Jan Vertonghen (Tottenham Hotspur) 45m ndash Handsome driving Belgian vanilla One of the stars of the season thus far Rating 90
mId Gareth Bale (Tottenham Hotspur) 55m ndash The most impressive individual player in the current Premier League Rating 915
mId michu (Swansea city) 2m ndash Incredible value at his price A natural goal-scorer extraordinaire who also gets around and shows versatility Rating 90
mId Yaya Toure (manchester city) 45m ndash Nowhere close to his form of the previous season even if that can change in the second half of this one Rating 850
FWd Fabio Borini (Liverpool) 3m ndash Tipped here to eventually do well but long-term injury befell him just at the time he was settling into his new team and system Rating 80
FWd olivier Giroud (Arsenal) 45m ndash Has been nudging levels above average of late Rating 850
FWd Papiss cisse (newcastle United) 5m ndash Another player showing an astonishing fall from the excellence of the final third of the previous season Newcastle United appear to need re-styling quickly Rating 825
overall rating 9340 (max 100)
The New Year will only bring fireworks given the keen match-up between FFG-CL managers
By Denson Pierre
The Gold Room
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CZECH REPUBLIC - STUNNINGLY DIFFERENT
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improversquo
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Wintry Wonders
ndashlsquoThe sturdy weather-defying people we arersquo
perspectives20
Wintry Wonders
By Sam van Dam
In recent years Amsterdam has been blessed or cursed depending on your point of view by regular snowfall in the winter to spring period It still feels like a bit of a novelty given that we usually experience a grey rainy mess around Christmas time instead of a white blanket With snow becoming a regular but still novel visitor to our beloved city and country our reactions to it cover the full range of emotions from childlike joy that makes us look up into the sky with our tongue sticking out to catch some of the little fluffy flakes followed by a frantic run to the attic to find those old ice-skates among all the rubble to angry fist-shaking at the heavens followed by a desperate soul-crushing ldquoNoooooordquo usually from those who own a car and have to start their day with some hand-numbing ice removal from the frozen windows of their vehicles not to mention the inevitable traffic jams
ndashlsquoNegotiate your steel horse through piles of ice and snow covering every surfacersquo
perspectives21
ndashlsquoAn iced-over surface is the natural enemy of anything moving across itrsquo
perspectives22
clouds Going by the sheer number of mangled locals hauled off to hospital emergency rooms each January it often seems like we forget everything wersquove learned in previous winters or we simply enjoy kissing the cold asphalt while the bike chain wraps itself around our cold stiffened necks No other explanation makes sense The safest advice is to stay inside until the worst is over but since most of us need to go out and make a living or at least visit the shops to stock up on hot chocolate and whipped cream for those long dark evenings by the fireplace hibernation is sadly not an option Luckily the periods of time when we have to deal with ice and snow are usually short lived and there is always the alternative of the public transport system for those who donrsquot dare to confront the frozen world wheel-on And of course there is one thing that unites all of us in a feverish winter dream and makes us forget all the downsides of the cold season the thought that we might be able to ice-skate on the canals rivers and waterways of our lovely little country There is a magic word that we only dare to whisper for fear that once itrsquos spoken out loud the temperature will rise instantly so Irsquom going to write it in tiny letters only Elfstedentocht (Eleven city tour) This ice-skating race of over 200 kilometres through the beautiful frozen Frisian landscape is the pinnacle of winter wonderland fun for the entire family We were last able to enjoy this mysterious and elusive pleasure in 1997 so wish us luck and hopefully this season we can live the dream again May the winter gods be with us
Being the sturdy weather-defying people we are it does not bother us much to hop on our bikes and face the white landscape But there are a few things to consider before throwing yourself into a winter storm trying to negotiate your steel horse through piles of ice and snow covering every surface Make sure to dress properly ndash itrsquos best to wear several layers of clothing which allows the air trapped in between to warm up and keep you comfortable The outer layer should really be waterproof as snow can become rain in an instant here and you donrsquot want to be stuck in a woollen jacket that will freeze solid and cover you with an icy crust when the wind turns in your direction A nice thick hat and gloves are mandatory the head being the area of your body from which most heat exits and you donrsquot want to let that happen Keep it under wraps to ensure proper brain activity and intact ears even if yoursquore caught out in one of those mini-blizzards that can just pop up out of nowhere Once yoursquore all bundled up and ready for the ride there is of course the small issue of the streets being completely covered in icy sludge the kind that has created wrinkles of despair and fear across the foreheads of generations of Dutch men and women An iced-over surface is the natural enemy of anything moving across it and especially those with only two wheels which have a natural tendency to fall over when not held in check by the trained thighs of a road warrior It is highly advisable to ride slowly and carefully keeping an eye on the road ahead of you for frozen patches These can usually be easily identified by the number of falling bodies and crashing bikes of those who seem to think that gravity is suspended once the fluffy stuff starts drifting down from the
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A Russian bears a Chinese panda
Moscow
Once a year I take a foreign holiday and every time I want it to be something special In order to experience the gorgeous Chinese culture and to faint at the sight of enormous skyscrapers in November 2012 I departed Moscow for Hong Kong I wanted my trip to include cultural aspects be affordable and bring something new into my life Looking back I am happy to say that my holiday completely satisfied all these criteria
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By Tatiana Igumensheva
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lsquoA casino which is often the only purpose for visiting Macau especially for people from mainland China and
Hong Kongrsquo
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Macau
Having landed in Honk Kong I took a ferry to Macau which is not as large as its nickname the lsquoAsian Las Vegasrsquo suggests It took me just a day to complete my sightseeing and another to buy souvenirs The only place I omitted from my explorations was a casino which is often the only purpose for visiting Macau especially for people from mainland China and Hong Kong Temples natas (exquisite tarts) Portuguese architecture from the 19th century alongside huge skyscrapers this is the Macau I will remember It is very clean and most museums and temples do not charge for admission I enjoyed the Mandarinrsquos House most of all ndash a great example of home and everyday life habits Jesuit temples are gorgeous as well as the fortress with its lighthouse and of course Macaursquos most famous landmark the ruins of St Paulrsquos cathedral
Macau is a former Portuguese colony and if this one is anything to go by this is something the Portuguese were great at The old city centre has the atmosphere of a small tranquil town ndash very safe and friendly ndash which is exactly what it is both Macau and Hong Kong are probably the two safest places in the world The only thing that was a constant worry was the fact that Macau (and Hong Kong) has no open spaces at all The roads just keep going up and down up and downhellip
Good cardio exercise though I went through it for two days in Macau and then continued my hiking in Hong Kong
Hong Kong
Signs of British colonialism in Hong Kong are noticeable by their absence It was all destroyed in order to make use of every square metre An absence of land has made Hong Kong a temple to skyscrapers and the Chinese appear to have mastered this art perfectly
The first place to see is surely The Peak however Even if you are hysterically afraid of heights you simply must go there This is one view you will never forget Visit it at least twice ndash in the afternoon and in the evening ndash and you will see two different cities below Then take a walk through the central area The way the buildings almost literally scrape the sky excites me every time I look up ndash itlsquos amazing By the way despite being such a technological nation the local Chinese care about the environment in all aspects of their lives They are fond of trees even in a small city-centre park so they can take a little rest on their way to work and they really seem to care about nature There are huge penalties for littering smoking in prohibited areas and great attention to recycling Hong Kong is a city that cares ndash thatrsquos my first impression
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lsquoAn absence of land has made Hong Kong a temple to skyscrapersrsquo
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Another thought I had about all of this progress around me is that being such a progressive society the local Chinese never stopped to become fundamentally religious There are many temples and statues so many religions live together in this peaceful place That was a completely new lifestyle experience for me skyscrapers happily standing alongside all sorts of religious buildings Maybe thatrsquos what freedom of faith is all about
If you manage to get there try to visit all the places described in the tourist guidebooks They are really worth seeing Hong Kong residents spend their weekends visiting these places themselves Ocean Park Big Buddha Mid-levels the Avenue of Stars Hong Kong Park the Botanical and Zoological Gardenshellip I enjoyed all of them greatly
However what struck me the most was the people Forever smiling kind and always helpful Talking to them was a pleasure And some of them cook such delicious dishes that I was ready to eat the plate By the way do not forget that Hong Kong is the capital of international cuisine ndash so try everything Except for Borsch (some restaurants offer it) with which I still believe it is better to get acquainted in Russia or Ukraine All sorts of noodles rice and dumplings are
available here I tried Vietnamese Indian and Hong Kong cuisine and I cannot say which I like morehellip So Hong Kong is a wonderful opportunity to try everything
One last bit of advice if you can afford it take a hotel room with harbour view which will pay you back with interest My harbour-view hotel room suited me perfectly When I was tired of walking I went to my room had a glass of wine watched the lights shimmering on the other side of harbour and was completely happy
I am just reaching the end of my holiday taking a rest in my room and feeling really jealous of anyone about to visit Hong Kong for the first time You are going to enjoy so many exciting emotionshellip
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lsquoThe local Chinese care about the environment in all aspects of their livesrsquo
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travel31
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lsquoHong Kong is a city that caresrsquo
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lsquoHong Kong is the capital of international cuisine ndash so try everythingrsquo
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Silent nights
Winter nights are well suited to staying indoors in the warmth especially after dark Not everyone is a lowland bear however and most of us need thoughtful stimulation to keep smiling through cold nights spent away from living quarters Luckily for Amsterdammers who pay attention from time to time extremely interesting and creative happenings are staged at a price anyone can afford The idea is simple tour the lights of lsquoNew Cityrsquo Amsterdam at night spending a couple of hours on a sturdy comfortable and warm (enclosed) historical craft The city falls silent as soon as you leave the pier and the transformation is complete when the city becomes simply unrecognisable with its flat lines interrupted by a few high-rising buildings shimmering back at you Some things in Amsterdam remain refreshingly surprising even to its well-cured darlings Not much beats having couple glasses of wine while splashing across the IJsselmeer and struggling to figure out which section of the city you are gazing upon through the silence of an icy night
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The Sentinel took up the enthusiastic invitation from the people of the annually occurring Dutch-Lithuanian art event on December 1 The Dutch aspect of the event day and night together with the displayed art was not particularly significant in this case however given that it was one of the more complete cultural cuisine musical and heartily drinking events that the recent European Union arrivalrsquos creative set could conjure with the help of their foreign desk and local culture funds A well produced and expansive programme could be sampled and lightning insight garnered into the culture and artistic impressions of a pearl of Baltic civilisation Vilnius met Amsterdam It just may be time for this e-zine to delve even deeper into Lithuania
See wwwltartnl
Iron Wolves
By Denson Pierre
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MechelenAuthentic and full of surprises Thatrsquos Mechelen Hospitable and honourable Thatrsquos the people of Mechelen Come and experience the cityrsquos urban charms for yourself Mechelen
Authentic and full of surprises Thatrsquos Mechelen Hospitable and honourable Thatrsquos the people of Mechelen Come and experience the cityrsquos urban charms for yourself
photography copy Layla Aerts
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CafeacuteBar Review Batavia 1920
lsquoClassic bar art embraces you as you enterrsquo
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Batavia 1920Prins Hendrikkade 85 1012 AE Amsterdam
It is always handy to know of a wholesome cafeacutebar that ticks all the boxes even if it happens to be located at the busiest point of the old city (obliquely opposite Central Station) Over the course of the different seasons I managed to assess this fine establishment which serves as another reminder of what good honest bars are all about There is still quality available in Amsterdam
AmbianceThoughtful solid furniture easy lighting and classic bar art embraces you as you enter With a chess club professional dart board regular parties and borrels the vibe ranges daily from mellow to vibrant Rating 5
StaffregularsOn my most recent visit I had the pleasure of Elizabeth and Jamie leading the service but staff members are always experienced service is quick and drinks are de-livered with fresh smiles whoever happens to be work-ing The regulars are plentiful and the bar emanates the energy of a good professional lsquoIrishrsquo bar attracting an eclectic international mix to this super-central location It is a perfect meeting point for friends from any cardi-nal direction with the national transportation hub being literally just across the road Rating 5
Televised sportAmple flat screens and channels Rating 4
PricesIn general the prices are standard Central Amsterdam levels which is sadly typical of grand cafeacutes in this post-code area What works in Bataviarsquos favour is that it has an above-average selection of lsquoBelgian beautiesrsquo (beer) on offer Given the advised dosage having two or three should not leave you broke or broken The kitchen also has quite a strong reputation for above-average pub fare The Sunday roast dinner is especially popular and keeps folk who like that sort of thing coming back as often as they can afford it Rating 3
MusicGenuinely diverse popular and world music from a crisp-sounding digital sound system and staff members seem to have cool taste in music Rating 5
Smoking area provisionThere is a large smoking room on the lower level Sim-ple and ingenious air-conditioning allows you to spend your full upstairs session there without the sense of be-ing fumigated If you were not told about the smoking area below you would not know there was one Rating 5
Total rating 2730(Ratings from 1-5 where 1 = Very poor and 5 = Excel-lent)
By Denson Pierre
lsquoA perfect meeting point for friends from any cardinal directionrsquo
cafebar review6
1
lsquoIt has an above-average selection of lsquoBelgian beautiesrsquorsquo
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lsquoStaff members seem to have cool taste in musicrsquo
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star beer guide
The SentinelStar beer guide
lsquoFind the better bars serving it at the right price in the New Yearrsquo
Clever marketing and an effective pricing campaign has led to this A-class standard-bearing blonde becoming one of the most easily found lsquorealrsquo beers in Amsterdam cafeacutes and bars With its distinctive charisma and fresh fruity taste it sits just on the edge in terms of strength and only the brave and seasoned can be found using it as a session beer Prices across Amsterdam for the same Trappist-glass measure can range dramatically from euro 250 to euro 425 per glass so there is fun to be had trying to find the better bars serving it at the right price in the New Year Your search will be rewarded by this cool classic
Grimbergen Blonde is brewed by Alken-Maes Alken Belgium
By Denson Pierre
GRIMBERGEN BLONDE (67 ABV)
67star beer guide
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BRING BACK
A substantial amount of the culture on mainland Europe revolves around platinum-standard beer of various descriptions and fl avours being easily available Amsterdam is not lacking in cafeacutes bars off licences supermarkets and online outlets stocking truly great beers available either immediately or within 24 hours With the growing popularity of high-yeast and high alcohol by volume brands how these drinks are served is a cause for concern however
Led by the Belgians and French the art of designing a glass that refl ects the individual quality of the liquid experience within is among these productsrsquo most out-standing features after their fl avour and power to in-toxicate Any beer of decent repute has its own glass in which it is intended to be served This always takes the form and size of a sensible measure to ensure a taste experience at the correct temperature and allow people to enjoy the evoked sensations before fi nding them-selves suddenly and blindingly drunk What we now often fi nd in tourist-pressed Amsterdam are these lsquoreal beersrsquo being off ered and served to ignorant punters in pint (or half-litre) measures leading to people becom-ing drunk at speed and destroying the overall aesthetic of lsquobeering itrsquo with style
The Sentinel says bring back the serving of high-alco-hol-content drinks in appropriate measures and if pos-sible in the glasses especially designed for the purpose This would be desirable for all manner of reasons not least health and safety Barkeepers can be educators too and it shouldnrsquot be too diffi cult to persuade tourists (usually German British and Irish) who represent the majority of volume drinkers in the cityrsquos more desirable watering holes It is foolish greedy and uncouth to con-sume high-alcohol beverages in such volumes and not expect to end up senselessly drunk and ultimately spoil the whole experience Volume drinkers should simply be directed to the lsquopiss waterrsquo beers of which there are many to satiate their needs and leave the quality beer tours for when they have educated themselves in the culture and manner of consumption that ensures maxi-mum pleasure and above all style
By Denson Pierre
STYLED BEER GLASSES
69amsterdam city life
We find the best most fun most typical exciting or local favourite restaurants etcetera in Amsterdam and bring them to you an easy way to feel like a local
Het Compagnie Theater Amsterdam 12122012
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ORDERNUMMER 6021022ARTIKELNUMMER 65123
Ware grootte (indien uitgeprint)Kleur opdruk Wit
Mulligans Irish Music BarAmsterdamrsquos best address for live Irish music Five (5) nights a week Check our agenda for upcoming sessions
Cafeacute KostverlorenCafeacute Kostverloren is a contemporary cafe offering the cosiness of a saloon an open kitchen and the intimacy of a living room During summer there is a large sunny terrace and during winter an open fi replace
VibesVibes is a relaxing cafecocktail bar art gallery with a large selection of coffees herbal teas homemade cakes and an amazing card of cocktails made with fresh fruit by a professional cocktail bartenderEnjoy our Italian kitchen in a cosy and friendly atmosphere
IncantoIncanto is a restaurant with a classic Italian kitchen Venetian chef Simone Ambrosin is known for his pure and simple style of cooking with feeling for nuance The wine list contains over 150 Italian wines
Planet RosePlanet Rose is the fi rst Caribbean restaurant in the Netherlands which specializes in Jamaican cuisine The menu features a daily changing selection of JamaicanCaribbean dishes and they ensure that you enjoy the whole expe-rience while dining with them
Cafe TisfrisCafe Tisfris is recognisable for its landmarks funky pillars and terrace Tisfris offers a friendly service and is a great pit stop for ldquoyummyrdquo refreshments
Cafe restaurant EdelCafe restaurant Edel is the perfect place for lunch dinner or to simply enjoy a drink Edel is a unique place in Amsterdam
Cafeacute OportoCafeacute Oporto is a traditional Amsterdam lsquobrown cafersquo Welcoming tourists and regular customers alike they offer televised sports wireless internet connection and a wide range of reasonably priced beers and spirits
Connoisseurs Delight Fun Drinking amp MusicTo Be Seen and Tasted
To Be Seen and Tasted
Fun Drinking amp Music
Connoisseurs Delight
Connoisseurs Delight
To Be Seen and Tasted
Neighbourhood cosy
Opera Prima - Patisserie Bistro TraiteurThe best place in town for lunch exquisite high teas or brunches and all of your luxury catering both private and corporate
Kinkerstraat 228 Amsterdamwwwoperaprimanl
St Antoniebreestraat 142 Amsterdamwwwtisfrisnl
Postjesweg 1 1057 DT Amsterdamwwwedelamsterdamnl
Zoutsteeg 1 1012 LX Amsterdamwwwcafeoportonethome
Amstel 100 1017 AC Amsterdamwwwmulligansnl
2e Kostverlorenkade 70 Amsterdamwwwcafekostverlorennl
Jan Pieter Heijestraat 137 Amsterdamwwwwixcomvibes137vibes
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Nicolaas Beetsstraat 47 Amsterdamwwwplanetroseinfo
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Room 2cfilm
This is the one that will make you pause James Stewart one of my top ten actors of all time plays a businessman fighting to keep his life and family together while everything is crashing down around him In steps an lsquoangelrsquo to try and convince him that life is not as bad as it seems and that other people would be a lot worse off without him Probably the highest rated film Irsquove ever reviewed and one of the most Christmas-delicious I know
Could you walk 2400 kilometres while being pursued with little more than a longing to return to your homeland and mother to keep you and your dependant companions going Would you do this twice This utterly moving film highlights the true-life Australian apartheid practices of the twentieth century and the trauma it caused to native Australians The barren landscapes provide the perfect backdrop for compelling cinema-tography and its dryness will be irrigated by your tears
By David King
By dpmotions
Itrsquos a Wonderful Life (1946)
Rabbit-Proof Fence (2002)
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lsquoFacebook in particular is responsible for exacerbating unspoken competitivenessrsquo
By Dirkje Bakker-Pierre
Trends in the food industry are moving faster than lightning and are harder and harder to keep up with When you are all geared up to create your own artsy cupcakes all of a sudden cupcakes are out and macaroons are the flavour of the day
Sweat dripping and cheeks burning with stress levels going through the roof women all around the country have been toiling night and day to create just the right pimped-up cakes (completely covered in layers of pink and red marzipan tiny silver sugar balls and rose petals made from feather-light sugar) which look like they come from one of the newly popped-up cupcake shops Facebook in particular is responsible for exacerbating unspoken competitiveness due to images being posted of better looking and prettier cakes just after you posted your own in comparison pretty sad creations forcing you back into the kitchen to try again
One day itrsquos cutting out names from layers of chocolate the next itrsquos squirting curls and swirls of rainbow colours or grating organic carrots for the rather awkward lsquohealthyrsquo version the carrot cupcake
Shops have adjusted their aisles to make way for endless shelves of specialised products in all ranges of sweetness and multicoloured cuteness shapes tools mixtures and machines It is a whole world of custom products which just keeps growing and changing and you need to keep up with it all or risk being hopelessly left behind There are pink-coloured cook books workshops websites self-help groups and neglected overweight children crying for something non-sweet for once
But then after all your attempts and when you finally think you have achieved perfection before you know it you make a complete fool of yourself by serving the wrong type of sweet and colourful titbits because a new trend has already arrived That really makes you feel like a macaroon
All Caked Out
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Winter solstice is an exciting time of year when we all start dreaming of more sun more light and more inspiration Continuing the gemstone theme I would like to draw your attention to the very lovely and sparkling sunstone also known as heliolite It is the official gemstone of the US state of Oregon which is a prime source for this beautiful gem The name heliolite is derived from the Greek lsquoheliosrsquo and lsquolithosrsquo which mean lsquosunrsquo and lsquostonersquo It was first discovered in Viking burial mounds but despite its long history is not found in abundance
Sunstone is metallic in appearance and comes in red orange or green colours However cleaner red sunstone is very rare and commands proper gemstone prices The stone is a composite of oligoclase feldspar which also contains hematite or goethite The presence of hematite or goethite gives the stone its ability to reflect light hence the name sunstone Sunstone is said to be an inspiration stone able to bestow freedom independence and happiness It also said to reduce fear alleviate stress and bring good luck in any game of chance This sparkly stone has a further use in healing and is believed to endow its wearers with enhanced self-healing powers Other properties
Shine
By Evelina Kvartunaite
ndash
lsquoDreaming of more sun more light and more inspirationrsquo
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include stimulating the vegetative autonomic nervous system and enhancing the harmonious functioning of all the bodyrsquos organs It is also quite helpful in cases of exhaustion due to lack of sleep
The gemstone is used to treat chronic sore throats and relieves pain caused by stomach ulcers It has proved successful in alleviating Seasonal Affective Disorder (or SAD) and is also known for relieving cartilage problems rheumatism and general aches and pains Sunstone helps in dealing with depression and frees its wearers from feelings of discrimination and failure as well as from perceptions of an lsquoevil worldrsquo Sunstone increases a personrsquos sense of self-esteem and self-worth
Sunstone is particularly beneficial when used in sunshine or sunlight It brings abundance to a personrsquos life and transforms negative energy into positive energy
If you have any other helpful tips you would like to share please let me know at evelinakvartunaiteconsultancymarketmediacom
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lsquoBestow freedom independence and happinessrsquo
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lsquoIt has proved successful in alleviating Seasonal Affective
Disorderrsquo
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world this lsquotrickeryrsquo has moved online With todayrsquos short attention spans the potential to draw users to a website and retain them is a crucial skill which is rewarded by the revenue that can be generated based on how long a user stays on a website Link-baiting should have been foreseen since it is inevitable
Every click on a website is a revenue-generating moment in terms of advertising The amount of adverts to which you can expose an online user as they click to and through your website is the currency used to determine whether an advertising agency spends its budget on one publication over another Real journalism and insightful opinions once drove online traffic for web publications but link-baiting is now seriously derailing this approach
Most of the time the story behind the sensational link does not live up to expectations A typical example of this can be found in the online edition of the Watford Observer on Tuesday 31 July 2012 The link-bait read ldquoCameron Diaz vows to kick drug habit with help of stepdadrdquo However following the link or falling for the bait led to the underwhelming story ldquoDrug user Cameron Diaz of Broomfield Rise Abbots Langley has sworn to clean up his act with the help of his stepfatherrdquo Although the story was factually correct the intention of the publication was to trick the
One of my previous articles described how online technology publications are subverting reality by not correctly echoing the sentiments of the consuming public Part of the cause of this is that usually in a bid to counter the majority of lacklustre stories floating around they subvert reality to make it more interesting How many non-geeks really care about the advantages of modelling parallelism on serial programs with the Intelreg Advisor XE Itrsquos certainly not a typically newsworthy story
As a result an annoying phenomenon has slowly been building momentum This is now quite evident all over the internet and is destroying good journalism The phenomenon is called Link-baiting Our trustworthy source of internet knowledge describes Link-bait(ing) as anything ldquointeresting enough to catch peoplersquos attentionrdquo (httpenwikipediaorgwikiLink_bait)
Link-baiting is synonymous with the sensational cover stories used on the front of magazines to entice people walking past to pick up the magazines and delve into them As with most things from the print
No news is good news
lsquoQuite evident all over the internet and is destroying good
journalismrsquo
By Simon Owusu
technology
TechBit Sio-Bytes
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provider in America to the tune of US$ 400 million The initial story broke on the PRWEB website and the majority of online publications regurgitated the story with no additional insights such as the implications of such a deal which real journalism would call for None of them bothered to check the sources or the credibility of the story Millions of revenue-generating clicks later the more seasoned online publications such as CNN AllThings D and CNET broke the bigger story that the press release was fake and that both Google and ICOA Wireless had denied the story In a rush to break the story the first rule of journalism was contravened lsquoAlways check your sourcesrsquo
Given the transient nature of any false news stories posted on the internet these days the story quickly disappeared from most of the offending publications and today you will be hard pressed to find any mention of this slip-up The Sentinel we like to think always brings you the truth albeit typed on an iPad Mini so donrsquot count on us to follow such faulty phenomena and trends
online user into clicking on it due to the coincidental name-sharing of the Abbots Langley Cameron Diaz with the famous American actress Every link clicked demonstrates the potential for advertisers to reach larger audiences and generate revenue for the online publications
From the same school as link-baiting comes the phenomenon of lsquofirst past the postrsquo journalism within the advertising-driven online publication world In this type of journalism emphasis is placed on being first to publish or break a news story Online publications that are first to break a news story attract a high amount of traffic (which translates into large revenues generated by advertising) since they are the only source of that particular information for a short space of time Online users have no choice but to visit that particular site if they wish to read the scoop The downside of this is that in a bid to be first to reap the advertising revenues frequently news stories are not properly checked for credibility On Monday 26 November 2012 nearly every online technology publication published the story of Google purchasing ICOA Wireless a Wi-Fi hot-spot
lsquoFrequently news stories are not properly checked for credibilityrsquo
lsquolsquoAlways check your sourcesrsquorsquo
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these people in business suits are rushing to check in their business cases Irsquom manoeuvring my 19-metre ski bag between them Strange looks and questions donrsquot surprise me anymore The looks whispers and questions Irsquove had while on trains from one place to the next or on the tram after going to the beach on my way to the indoor slope this summer On the one hand they made me feel like I was some strange creature from another planet but on the other they got me extra stoked up about what Irsquom doing
As I write this itrsquos a week after I checked in my bags and Irsquom sitting in my favourite coffee shop Cuppa Joersquos in Breckenridge Colorado Over the past five days Irsquove been getting up every morning at around 630 am and getting out at around 800am Anyone who knows me will probably raise an eyebrow at this When Irsquom working at home on my photos and stories for the White Freeski Magazine where Irsquom editor-in-chief or on freelance assignments my daily rhythm is completely the opposite But I guess thatrsquos the nice thing about jetlag
Itrsquos hard to describe the feeling of finally getting back
You know that feeling of bubbly excitement you get when you are getting ready to go and do something yoursquove been anticipating for a long long time It might be finally nailing that presentation to finish up university cooking a great dinner for friends or excitement about meeting up with someone
Getting my bags out from the basement after they had been collecting dust for the past eight months prompted those feelings to rush through my veins once again Even though I donrsquot mind being home going to the beach and rehabbing my knee and visiting friends in different countries over the summer all this has taken place in the city and Irsquove been missing the mountains terribly As Irsquom getting my bags out it makes me realise that it really is almost time for me to click into my skis again and breathe in the fresh mountain air
After packing it was finally time to get on my flight to Denver Colorado on Monday morning While all
white outBubbles of Excitement
By Ananda van Welij
Just another girl from a country without mountains addicted to snow
lsquoGo and do something yoursquove been anticipating for a long long timersquo
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have ahead of me this winter Looking forward again instead of being bummed I try to focus on the bright side like I did while I was stuck at home rehabbing and walking on crutches Trying to be inspired by what I see around me and what others do and have instead of being frustrated by it
It makes me wonder about just working and meeting up with friends at home I know I have a privileged life as Irsquom sitting here but isnrsquot this something we all experience in our daily lives It can be hard to sit down let go of the frustration sadness and problems and look forward Itrsquos not always possible to do it overnight but I think that just trying makes you feel better and in the end it allows you to bubble with excitement again no matter if itrsquos for a day of skiing or for finishing that project
My new mission for this season is to stay positive and draw inspiration from the people and things around me Irsquoll let you know how Irsquom doing in three weeksrsquo time
onto my skis after being out for eight months due to a torn MCL Cruising down the hill feeling and hearing the snow crunch under my feet It might sound strange to you but to me itrsquos a special sort of magic I guess it has something to do with the dopamine your body makes while having a great rush of excitement Although Irsquom pretty tired right now and taking a day off from skiing just walking outside and knowing that I can go up the hill any moment I like makes me feel better
Being so excited to be back on the snow after an injury also has a downside It comes in the form of having to hold myself back Since my injury I havenrsquot been jumping or doing any crazy tricks Itrsquos hard seeing all my friends jump and having fun in the park knowing I really shouldnrsquot do any of that stuff yet My mind is screaming ldquoYou can do that toordquo But Irsquom scared of a repeat injury brought on by pushing myself too hard too fast I have to force myself to sit down talk to my friends and listen to their stories of having fun while being genuinely happy for them To enjoy the sun instead of freaking myself out eat some good food have a good laugh and think of all the fun trips I
lsquoExtra stoked up about what Irsquom doingrsquo
lsquoTo me itrsquos a special sort of magicrsquo
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We have reached the point of the season when the outstanding manager of the first half has his team profiled and receives a pat on the back An overall lead at Xmas more often than not means that the team has peaked during the first half of the season before going on to show signs of weakness This season unusually we have a manager who has led strongly from the very early weeks but who still has a full supply of substitutes in reserve This bodes ill for the other managers as even though he has been professionally hunted down to the point that his lead is now meagre (or even gone by the time this is published) Steven Fockema still holds all the aces given that his reserves remain intact while the chasersrsquo have been used up to varying degrees
Daft3Punks
GK Tim Krul (newcastle United) 25m ndash Out injured from the beginning of September until the end of November No proper form assessment possible so far this season and his team are in apparent gradual creep towards the relegation zone Rating 825
deF Jose enrique (Liverpool) 35m ndash At a work-in-progress team Now playing regularly as a midfielder and showing positive form Rating 85
deF daniel Agger (Liverpool) 4m ndash Still more bluster and posing than glory Rating 825
deF Winston Reid (West Ham) 1m ndash Doing New Zealand proud in the Premier League at his price West Ham may not secure a greater number of clean sheets in the second half of the season however Rating 80
deF Jan Vertonghen (Tottenham Hotspur) 45m ndash Handsome driving Belgian vanilla One of the stars of the season thus far Rating 90
mId Gareth Bale (Tottenham Hotspur) 55m ndash The most impressive individual player in the current Premier League Rating 915
mId michu (Swansea city) 2m ndash Incredible value at his price A natural goal-scorer extraordinaire who also gets around and shows versatility Rating 90
mId Yaya Toure (manchester city) 45m ndash Nowhere close to his form of the previous season even if that can change in the second half of this one Rating 850
FWd Fabio Borini (Liverpool) 3m ndash Tipped here to eventually do well but long-term injury befell him just at the time he was settling into his new team and system Rating 80
FWd olivier Giroud (Arsenal) 45m ndash Has been nudging levels above average of late Rating 850
FWd Papiss cisse (newcastle United) 5m ndash Another player showing an astonishing fall from the excellence of the final third of the previous season Newcastle United appear to need re-styling quickly Rating 825
overall rating 9340 (max 100)
The New Year will only bring fireworks given the keen match-up between FFG-CL managers
By Denson Pierre
The Gold Room
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CZECH REPUBLIC - STUNNINGLY DIFFERENT
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improversquo
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Wintry Wonders
ndashlsquoThe sturdy weather-defying people we arersquo
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Wintry Wonders
By Sam van Dam
In recent years Amsterdam has been blessed or cursed depending on your point of view by regular snowfall in the winter to spring period It still feels like a bit of a novelty given that we usually experience a grey rainy mess around Christmas time instead of a white blanket With snow becoming a regular but still novel visitor to our beloved city and country our reactions to it cover the full range of emotions from childlike joy that makes us look up into the sky with our tongue sticking out to catch some of the little fluffy flakes followed by a frantic run to the attic to find those old ice-skates among all the rubble to angry fist-shaking at the heavens followed by a desperate soul-crushing ldquoNoooooordquo usually from those who own a car and have to start their day with some hand-numbing ice removal from the frozen windows of their vehicles not to mention the inevitable traffic jams
ndashlsquoNegotiate your steel horse through piles of ice and snow covering every surfacersquo
perspectives21
ndashlsquoAn iced-over surface is the natural enemy of anything moving across itrsquo
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clouds Going by the sheer number of mangled locals hauled off to hospital emergency rooms each January it often seems like we forget everything wersquove learned in previous winters or we simply enjoy kissing the cold asphalt while the bike chain wraps itself around our cold stiffened necks No other explanation makes sense The safest advice is to stay inside until the worst is over but since most of us need to go out and make a living or at least visit the shops to stock up on hot chocolate and whipped cream for those long dark evenings by the fireplace hibernation is sadly not an option Luckily the periods of time when we have to deal with ice and snow are usually short lived and there is always the alternative of the public transport system for those who donrsquot dare to confront the frozen world wheel-on And of course there is one thing that unites all of us in a feverish winter dream and makes us forget all the downsides of the cold season the thought that we might be able to ice-skate on the canals rivers and waterways of our lovely little country There is a magic word that we only dare to whisper for fear that once itrsquos spoken out loud the temperature will rise instantly so Irsquom going to write it in tiny letters only Elfstedentocht (Eleven city tour) This ice-skating race of over 200 kilometres through the beautiful frozen Frisian landscape is the pinnacle of winter wonderland fun for the entire family We were last able to enjoy this mysterious and elusive pleasure in 1997 so wish us luck and hopefully this season we can live the dream again May the winter gods be with us
Being the sturdy weather-defying people we are it does not bother us much to hop on our bikes and face the white landscape But there are a few things to consider before throwing yourself into a winter storm trying to negotiate your steel horse through piles of ice and snow covering every surface Make sure to dress properly ndash itrsquos best to wear several layers of clothing which allows the air trapped in between to warm up and keep you comfortable The outer layer should really be waterproof as snow can become rain in an instant here and you donrsquot want to be stuck in a woollen jacket that will freeze solid and cover you with an icy crust when the wind turns in your direction A nice thick hat and gloves are mandatory the head being the area of your body from which most heat exits and you donrsquot want to let that happen Keep it under wraps to ensure proper brain activity and intact ears even if yoursquore caught out in one of those mini-blizzards that can just pop up out of nowhere Once yoursquore all bundled up and ready for the ride there is of course the small issue of the streets being completely covered in icy sludge the kind that has created wrinkles of despair and fear across the foreheads of generations of Dutch men and women An iced-over surface is the natural enemy of anything moving across it and especially those with only two wheels which have a natural tendency to fall over when not held in check by the trained thighs of a road warrior It is highly advisable to ride slowly and carefully keeping an eye on the road ahead of you for frozen patches These can usually be easily identified by the number of falling bodies and crashing bikes of those who seem to think that gravity is suspended once the fluffy stuff starts drifting down from the
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A Russian bears a Chinese panda
Moscow
Once a year I take a foreign holiday and every time I want it to be something special In order to experience the gorgeous Chinese culture and to faint at the sight of enormous skyscrapers in November 2012 I departed Moscow for Hong Kong I wanted my trip to include cultural aspects be affordable and bring something new into my life Looking back I am happy to say that my holiday completely satisfied all these criteria
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By Tatiana Igumensheva
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lsquoA casino which is often the only purpose for visiting Macau especially for people from mainland China and
Hong Kongrsquo
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Macau
Having landed in Honk Kong I took a ferry to Macau which is not as large as its nickname the lsquoAsian Las Vegasrsquo suggests It took me just a day to complete my sightseeing and another to buy souvenirs The only place I omitted from my explorations was a casino which is often the only purpose for visiting Macau especially for people from mainland China and Hong Kong Temples natas (exquisite tarts) Portuguese architecture from the 19th century alongside huge skyscrapers this is the Macau I will remember It is very clean and most museums and temples do not charge for admission I enjoyed the Mandarinrsquos House most of all ndash a great example of home and everyday life habits Jesuit temples are gorgeous as well as the fortress with its lighthouse and of course Macaursquos most famous landmark the ruins of St Paulrsquos cathedral
Macau is a former Portuguese colony and if this one is anything to go by this is something the Portuguese were great at The old city centre has the atmosphere of a small tranquil town ndash very safe and friendly ndash which is exactly what it is both Macau and Hong Kong are probably the two safest places in the world The only thing that was a constant worry was the fact that Macau (and Hong Kong) has no open spaces at all The roads just keep going up and down up and downhellip
Good cardio exercise though I went through it for two days in Macau and then continued my hiking in Hong Kong
Hong Kong
Signs of British colonialism in Hong Kong are noticeable by their absence It was all destroyed in order to make use of every square metre An absence of land has made Hong Kong a temple to skyscrapers and the Chinese appear to have mastered this art perfectly
The first place to see is surely The Peak however Even if you are hysterically afraid of heights you simply must go there This is one view you will never forget Visit it at least twice ndash in the afternoon and in the evening ndash and you will see two different cities below Then take a walk through the central area The way the buildings almost literally scrape the sky excites me every time I look up ndash itlsquos amazing By the way despite being such a technological nation the local Chinese care about the environment in all aspects of their lives They are fond of trees even in a small city-centre park so they can take a little rest on their way to work and they really seem to care about nature There are huge penalties for littering smoking in prohibited areas and great attention to recycling Hong Kong is a city that cares ndash thatrsquos my first impression
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lsquoAn absence of land has made Hong Kong a temple to skyscrapersrsquo
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Another thought I had about all of this progress around me is that being such a progressive society the local Chinese never stopped to become fundamentally religious There are many temples and statues so many religions live together in this peaceful place That was a completely new lifestyle experience for me skyscrapers happily standing alongside all sorts of religious buildings Maybe thatrsquos what freedom of faith is all about
If you manage to get there try to visit all the places described in the tourist guidebooks They are really worth seeing Hong Kong residents spend their weekends visiting these places themselves Ocean Park Big Buddha Mid-levels the Avenue of Stars Hong Kong Park the Botanical and Zoological Gardenshellip I enjoyed all of them greatly
However what struck me the most was the people Forever smiling kind and always helpful Talking to them was a pleasure And some of them cook such delicious dishes that I was ready to eat the plate By the way do not forget that Hong Kong is the capital of international cuisine ndash so try everything Except for Borsch (some restaurants offer it) with which I still believe it is better to get acquainted in Russia or Ukraine All sorts of noodles rice and dumplings are
available here I tried Vietnamese Indian and Hong Kong cuisine and I cannot say which I like morehellip So Hong Kong is a wonderful opportunity to try everything
One last bit of advice if you can afford it take a hotel room with harbour view which will pay you back with interest My harbour-view hotel room suited me perfectly When I was tired of walking I went to my room had a glass of wine watched the lights shimmering on the other side of harbour and was completely happy
I am just reaching the end of my holiday taking a rest in my room and feeling really jealous of anyone about to visit Hong Kong for the first time You are going to enjoy so many exciting emotionshellip
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lsquoThe local Chinese care about the environment in all aspects of their livesrsquo
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lsquoHong Kong is a city that caresrsquo
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lsquoHong Kong is the capital of international cuisine ndash so try everythingrsquo
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Silent nights
Winter nights are well suited to staying indoors in the warmth especially after dark Not everyone is a lowland bear however and most of us need thoughtful stimulation to keep smiling through cold nights spent away from living quarters Luckily for Amsterdammers who pay attention from time to time extremely interesting and creative happenings are staged at a price anyone can afford The idea is simple tour the lights of lsquoNew Cityrsquo Amsterdam at night spending a couple of hours on a sturdy comfortable and warm (enclosed) historical craft The city falls silent as soon as you leave the pier and the transformation is complete when the city becomes simply unrecognisable with its flat lines interrupted by a few high-rising buildings shimmering back at you Some things in Amsterdam remain refreshingly surprising even to its well-cured darlings Not much beats having couple glasses of wine while splashing across the IJsselmeer and struggling to figure out which section of the city you are gazing upon through the silence of an icy night
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The Sentinel took up the enthusiastic invitation from the people of the annually occurring Dutch-Lithuanian art event on December 1 The Dutch aspect of the event day and night together with the displayed art was not particularly significant in this case however given that it was one of the more complete cultural cuisine musical and heartily drinking events that the recent European Union arrivalrsquos creative set could conjure with the help of their foreign desk and local culture funds A well produced and expansive programme could be sampled and lightning insight garnered into the culture and artistic impressions of a pearl of Baltic civilisation Vilnius met Amsterdam It just may be time for this e-zine to delve even deeper into Lithuania
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Iron Wolves
By Denson Pierre
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MechelenAuthentic and full of surprises Thatrsquos Mechelen Hospitable and honourable Thatrsquos the people of Mechelen Come and experience the cityrsquos urban charms for yourself Mechelen
Authentic and full of surprises Thatrsquos Mechelen Hospitable and honourable Thatrsquos the people of Mechelen Come and experience the cityrsquos urban charms for yourself
photography copy Layla Aerts
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CafeacuteBar Review Batavia 1920
lsquoClassic bar art embraces you as you enterrsquo
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Batavia 1920Prins Hendrikkade 85 1012 AE Amsterdam
It is always handy to know of a wholesome cafeacutebar that ticks all the boxes even if it happens to be located at the busiest point of the old city (obliquely opposite Central Station) Over the course of the different seasons I managed to assess this fine establishment which serves as another reminder of what good honest bars are all about There is still quality available in Amsterdam
AmbianceThoughtful solid furniture easy lighting and classic bar art embraces you as you enter With a chess club professional dart board regular parties and borrels the vibe ranges daily from mellow to vibrant Rating 5
StaffregularsOn my most recent visit I had the pleasure of Elizabeth and Jamie leading the service but staff members are always experienced service is quick and drinks are de-livered with fresh smiles whoever happens to be work-ing The regulars are plentiful and the bar emanates the energy of a good professional lsquoIrishrsquo bar attracting an eclectic international mix to this super-central location It is a perfect meeting point for friends from any cardi-nal direction with the national transportation hub being literally just across the road Rating 5
Televised sportAmple flat screens and channels Rating 4
PricesIn general the prices are standard Central Amsterdam levels which is sadly typical of grand cafeacutes in this post-code area What works in Bataviarsquos favour is that it has an above-average selection of lsquoBelgian beautiesrsquo (beer) on offer Given the advised dosage having two or three should not leave you broke or broken The kitchen also has quite a strong reputation for above-average pub fare The Sunday roast dinner is especially popular and keeps folk who like that sort of thing coming back as often as they can afford it Rating 3
MusicGenuinely diverse popular and world music from a crisp-sounding digital sound system and staff members seem to have cool taste in music Rating 5
Smoking area provisionThere is a large smoking room on the lower level Sim-ple and ingenious air-conditioning allows you to spend your full upstairs session there without the sense of be-ing fumigated If you were not told about the smoking area below you would not know there was one Rating 5
Total rating 2730(Ratings from 1-5 where 1 = Very poor and 5 = Excel-lent)
By Denson Pierre
lsquoA perfect meeting point for friends from any cardinal directionrsquo
cafebar review6
1
lsquoIt has an above-average selection of lsquoBelgian beautiesrsquorsquo
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lsquoStaff members seem to have cool taste in musicrsquo
cafebar review63
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star beer guide
The SentinelStar beer guide
lsquoFind the better bars serving it at the right price in the New Yearrsquo
Clever marketing and an effective pricing campaign has led to this A-class standard-bearing blonde becoming one of the most easily found lsquorealrsquo beers in Amsterdam cafeacutes and bars With its distinctive charisma and fresh fruity taste it sits just on the edge in terms of strength and only the brave and seasoned can be found using it as a session beer Prices across Amsterdam for the same Trappist-glass measure can range dramatically from euro 250 to euro 425 per glass so there is fun to be had trying to find the better bars serving it at the right price in the New Year Your search will be rewarded by this cool classic
Grimbergen Blonde is brewed by Alken-Maes Alken Belgium
By Denson Pierre
GRIMBERGEN BLONDE (67 ABV)
67star beer guide
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BRING BACK
A substantial amount of the culture on mainland Europe revolves around platinum-standard beer of various descriptions and fl avours being easily available Amsterdam is not lacking in cafeacutes bars off licences supermarkets and online outlets stocking truly great beers available either immediately or within 24 hours With the growing popularity of high-yeast and high alcohol by volume brands how these drinks are served is a cause for concern however
Led by the Belgians and French the art of designing a glass that refl ects the individual quality of the liquid experience within is among these productsrsquo most out-standing features after their fl avour and power to in-toxicate Any beer of decent repute has its own glass in which it is intended to be served This always takes the form and size of a sensible measure to ensure a taste experience at the correct temperature and allow people to enjoy the evoked sensations before fi nding them-selves suddenly and blindingly drunk What we now often fi nd in tourist-pressed Amsterdam are these lsquoreal beersrsquo being off ered and served to ignorant punters in pint (or half-litre) measures leading to people becom-ing drunk at speed and destroying the overall aesthetic of lsquobeering itrsquo with style
The Sentinel says bring back the serving of high-alco-hol-content drinks in appropriate measures and if pos-sible in the glasses especially designed for the purpose This would be desirable for all manner of reasons not least health and safety Barkeepers can be educators too and it shouldnrsquot be too diffi cult to persuade tourists (usually German British and Irish) who represent the majority of volume drinkers in the cityrsquos more desirable watering holes It is foolish greedy and uncouth to con-sume high-alcohol beverages in such volumes and not expect to end up senselessly drunk and ultimately spoil the whole experience Volume drinkers should simply be directed to the lsquopiss waterrsquo beers of which there are many to satiate their needs and leave the quality beer tours for when they have educated themselves in the culture and manner of consumption that ensures maxi-mum pleasure and above all style
By Denson Pierre
STYLED BEER GLASSES
69amsterdam city life
We find the best most fun most typical exciting or local favourite restaurants etcetera in Amsterdam and bring them to you an easy way to feel like a local
Het Compagnie Theater Amsterdam 12122012
Recommended
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EUROGIFTSXenonweg 9 3812 SZ Amersfoort
Tel 033 - 454 35 75 - Fax 033 - 454 35 79E-mail lmproefeurogiftsnl
Website wwweurogiftsnl
FILMPROEF
ORDERNUMMER 6021022ARTIKELNUMMER 65123
Ware grootte (indien uitgeprint)Kleur opdruk Wit
Mulligans Irish Music BarAmsterdamrsquos best address for live Irish music Five (5) nights a week Check our agenda for upcoming sessions
Cafeacute KostverlorenCafeacute Kostverloren is a contemporary cafe offering the cosiness of a saloon an open kitchen and the intimacy of a living room During summer there is a large sunny terrace and during winter an open fi replace
VibesVibes is a relaxing cafecocktail bar art gallery with a large selection of coffees herbal teas homemade cakes and an amazing card of cocktails made with fresh fruit by a professional cocktail bartenderEnjoy our Italian kitchen in a cosy and friendly atmosphere
IncantoIncanto is a restaurant with a classic Italian kitchen Venetian chef Simone Ambrosin is known for his pure and simple style of cooking with feeling for nuance The wine list contains over 150 Italian wines
Planet RosePlanet Rose is the fi rst Caribbean restaurant in the Netherlands which specializes in Jamaican cuisine The menu features a daily changing selection of JamaicanCaribbean dishes and they ensure that you enjoy the whole expe-rience while dining with them
Cafe TisfrisCafe Tisfris is recognisable for its landmarks funky pillars and terrace Tisfris offers a friendly service and is a great pit stop for ldquoyummyrdquo refreshments
Cafe restaurant EdelCafe restaurant Edel is the perfect place for lunch dinner or to simply enjoy a drink Edel is a unique place in Amsterdam
Cafeacute OportoCafeacute Oporto is a traditional Amsterdam lsquobrown cafersquo Welcoming tourists and regular customers alike they offer televised sports wireless internet connection and a wide range of reasonably priced beers and spirits
Connoisseurs Delight Fun Drinking amp MusicTo Be Seen and Tasted
To Be Seen and Tasted
Fun Drinking amp Music
Connoisseurs Delight
Connoisseurs Delight
To Be Seen and Tasted
Neighbourhood cosy
Opera Prima - Patisserie Bistro TraiteurThe best place in town for lunch exquisite high teas or brunches and all of your luxury catering both private and corporate
Kinkerstraat 228 Amsterdamwwwoperaprimanl
St Antoniebreestraat 142 Amsterdamwwwtisfrisnl
Postjesweg 1 1057 DT Amsterdamwwwedelamsterdamnl
Zoutsteeg 1 1012 LX Amsterdamwwwcafeoportonethome
Amstel 100 1017 AC Amsterdamwwwmulligansnl
2e Kostverlorenkade 70 Amsterdamwwwcafekostverlorennl
Jan Pieter Heijestraat 137 Amsterdamwwwwixcomvibes137vibes
Amstel 2 Amsterdamwwwrestaurant-incantonl
Nicolaas Beetsstraat 47 Amsterdamwwwplanetroseinfo
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Where is this inAmsterdam
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Room 2cfilm
This is the one that will make you pause James Stewart one of my top ten actors of all time plays a businessman fighting to keep his life and family together while everything is crashing down around him In steps an lsquoangelrsquo to try and convince him that life is not as bad as it seems and that other people would be a lot worse off without him Probably the highest rated film Irsquove ever reviewed and one of the most Christmas-delicious I know
Could you walk 2400 kilometres while being pursued with little more than a longing to return to your homeland and mother to keep you and your dependant companions going Would you do this twice This utterly moving film highlights the true-life Australian apartheid practices of the twentieth century and the trauma it caused to native Australians The barren landscapes provide the perfect backdrop for compelling cinema-tography and its dryness will be irrigated by your tears
By David King
By dpmotions
Itrsquos a Wonderful Life (1946)
Rabbit-Proof Fence (2002)
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74trends
lsquoFacebook in particular is responsible for exacerbating unspoken competitivenessrsquo
By Dirkje Bakker-Pierre
Trends in the food industry are moving faster than lightning and are harder and harder to keep up with When you are all geared up to create your own artsy cupcakes all of a sudden cupcakes are out and macaroons are the flavour of the day
Sweat dripping and cheeks burning with stress levels going through the roof women all around the country have been toiling night and day to create just the right pimped-up cakes (completely covered in layers of pink and red marzipan tiny silver sugar balls and rose petals made from feather-light sugar) which look like they come from one of the newly popped-up cupcake shops Facebook in particular is responsible for exacerbating unspoken competitiveness due to images being posted of better looking and prettier cakes just after you posted your own in comparison pretty sad creations forcing you back into the kitchen to try again
One day itrsquos cutting out names from layers of chocolate the next itrsquos squirting curls and swirls of rainbow colours or grating organic carrots for the rather awkward lsquohealthyrsquo version the carrot cupcake
Shops have adjusted their aisles to make way for endless shelves of specialised products in all ranges of sweetness and multicoloured cuteness shapes tools mixtures and machines It is a whole world of custom products which just keeps growing and changing and you need to keep up with it all or risk being hopelessly left behind There are pink-coloured cook books workshops websites self-help groups and neglected overweight children crying for something non-sweet for once
But then after all your attempts and when you finally think you have achieved perfection before you know it you make a complete fool of yourself by serving the wrong type of sweet and colourful titbits because a new trend has already arrived That really makes you feel like a macaroon
All Caked Out
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Winter solstice is an exciting time of year when we all start dreaming of more sun more light and more inspiration Continuing the gemstone theme I would like to draw your attention to the very lovely and sparkling sunstone also known as heliolite It is the official gemstone of the US state of Oregon which is a prime source for this beautiful gem The name heliolite is derived from the Greek lsquoheliosrsquo and lsquolithosrsquo which mean lsquosunrsquo and lsquostonersquo It was first discovered in Viking burial mounds but despite its long history is not found in abundance
Sunstone is metallic in appearance and comes in red orange or green colours However cleaner red sunstone is very rare and commands proper gemstone prices The stone is a composite of oligoclase feldspar which also contains hematite or goethite The presence of hematite or goethite gives the stone its ability to reflect light hence the name sunstone Sunstone is said to be an inspiration stone able to bestow freedom independence and happiness It also said to reduce fear alleviate stress and bring good luck in any game of chance This sparkly stone has a further use in healing and is believed to endow its wearers with enhanced self-healing powers Other properties
Shine
By Evelina Kvartunaite
ndash
lsquoDreaming of more sun more light and more inspirationrsquo
ndash
include stimulating the vegetative autonomic nervous system and enhancing the harmonious functioning of all the bodyrsquos organs It is also quite helpful in cases of exhaustion due to lack of sleep
The gemstone is used to treat chronic sore throats and relieves pain caused by stomach ulcers It has proved successful in alleviating Seasonal Affective Disorder (or SAD) and is also known for relieving cartilage problems rheumatism and general aches and pains Sunstone helps in dealing with depression and frees its wearers from feelings of discrimination and failure as well as from perceptions of an lsquoevil worldrsquo Sunstone increases a personrsquos sense of self-esteem and self-worth
Sunstone is particularly beneficial when used in sunshine or sunlight It brings abundance to a personrsquos life and transforms negative energy into positive energy
If you have any other helpful tips you would like to share please let me know at evelinakvartunaiteconsultancymarketmediacom
76health amp well-being
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lsquoBestow freedom independence and happinessrsquo
ndash
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lsquoIt has proved successful in alleviating Seasonal Affective
Disorderrsquo
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world this lsquotrickeryrsquo has moved online With todayrsquos short attention spans the potential to draw users to a website and retain them is a crucial skill which is rewarded by the revenue that can be generated based on how long a user stays on a website Link-baiting should have been foreseen since it is inevitable
Every click on a website is a revenue-generating moment in terms of advertising The amount of adverts to which you can expose an online user as they click to and through your website is the currency used to determine whether an advertising agency spends its budget on one publication over another Real journalism and insightful opinions once drove online traffic for web publications but link-baiting is now seriously derailing this approach
Most of the time the story behind the sensational link does not live up to expectations A typical example of this can be found in the online edition of the Watford Observer on Tuesday 31 July 2012 The link-bait read ldquoCameron Diaz vows to kick drug habit with help of stepdadrdquo However following the link or falling for the bait led to the underwhelming story ldquoDrug user Cameron Diaz of Broomfield Rise Abbots Langley has sworn to clean up his act with the help of his stepfatherrdquo Although the story was factually correct the intention of the publication was to trick the
One of my previous articles described how online technology publications are subverting reality by not correctly echoing the sentiments of the consuming public Part of the cause of this is that usually in a bid to counter the majority of lacklustre stories floating around they subvert reality to make it more interesting How many non-geeks really care about the advantages of modelling parallelism on serial programs with the Intelreg Advisor XE Itrsquos certainly not a typically newsworthy story
As a result an annoying phenomenon has slowly been building momentum This is now quite evident all over the internet and is destroying good journalism The phenomenon is called Link-baiting Our trustworthy source of internet knowledge describes Link-bait(ing) as anything ldquointeresting enough to catch peoplersquos attentionrdquo (httpenwikipediaorgwikiLink_bait)
Link-baiting is synonymous with the sensational cover stories used on the front of magazines to entice people walking past to pick up the magazines and delve into them As with most things from the print
No news is good news
lsquoQuite evident all over the internet and is destroying good
journalismrsquo
By Simon Owusu
technology
TechBit Sio-Bytes
78
provider in America to the tune of US$ 400 million The initial story broke on the PRWEB website and the majority of online publications regurgitated the story with no additional insights such as the implications of such a deal which real journalism would call for None of them bothered to check the sources or the credibility of the story Millions of revenue-generating clicks later the more seasoned online publications such as CNN AllThings D and CNET broke the bigger story that the press release was fake and that both Google and ICOA Wireless had denied the story In a rush to break the story the first rule of journalism was contravened lsquoAlways check your sourcesrsquo
Given the transient nature of any false news stories posted on the internet these days the story quickly disappeared from most of the offending publications and today you will be hard pressed to find any mention of this slip-up The Sentinel we like to think always brings you the truth albeit typed on an iPad Mini so donrsquot count on us to follow such faulty phenomena and trends
online user into clicking on it due to the coincidental name-sharing of the Abbots Langley Cameron Diaz with the famous American actress Every link clicked demonstrates the potential for advertisers to reach larger audiences and generate revenue for the online publications
From the same school as link-baiting comes the phenomenon of lsquofirst past the postrsquo journalism within the advertising-driven online publication world In this type of journalism emphasis is placed on being first to publish or break a news story Online publications that are first to break a news story attract a high amount of traffic (which translates into large revenues generated by advertising) since they are the only source of that particular information for a short space of time Online users have no choice but to visit that particular site if they wish to read the scoop The downside of this is that in a bid to be first to reap the advertising revenues frequently news stories are not properly checked for credibility On Monday 26 November 2012 nearly every online technology publication published the story of Google purchasing ICOA Wireless a Wi-Fi hot-spot
lsquoFrequently news stories are not properly checked for credibilityrsquo
lsquolsquoAlways check your sourcesrsquorsquo
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these people in business suits are rushing to check in their business cases Irsquom manoeuvring my 19-metre ski bag between them Strange looks and questions donrsquot surprise me anymore The looks whispers and questions Irsquove had while on trains from one place to the next or on the tram after going to the beach on my way to the indoor slope this summer On the one hand they made me feel like I was some strange creature from another planet but on the other they got me extra stoked up about what Irsquom doing
As I write this itrsquos a week after I checked in my bags and Irsquom sitting in my favourite coffee shop Cuppa Joersquos in Breckenridge Colorado Over the past five days Irsquove been getting up every morning at around 630 am and getting out at around 800am Anyone who knows me will probably raise an eyebrow at this When Irsquom working at home on my photos and stories for the White Freeski Magazine where Irsquom editor-in-chief or on freelance assignments my daily rhythm is completely the opposite But I guess thatrsquos the nice thing about jetlag
Itrsquos hard to describe the feeling of finally getting back
You know that feeling of bubbly excitement you get when you are getting ready to go and do something yoursquove been anticipating for a long long time It might be finally nailing that presentation to finish up university cooking a great dinner for friends or excitement about meeting up with someone
Getting my bags out from the basement after they had been collecting dust for the past eight months prompted those feelings to rush through my veins once again Even though I donrsquot mind being home going to the beach and rehabbing my knee and visiting friends in different countries over the summer all this has taken place in the city and Irsquove been missing the mountains terribly As Irsquom getting my bags out it makes me realise that it really is almost time for me to click into my skis again and breathe in the fresh mountain air
After packing it was finally time to get on my flight to Denver Colorado on Monday morning While all
white outBubbles of Excitement
By Ananda van Welij
Just another girl from a country without mountains addicted to snow
lsquoGo and do something yoursquove been anticipating for a long long timersquo
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have ahead of me this winter Looking forward again instead of being bummed I try to focus on the bright side like I did while I was stuck at home rehabbing and walking on crutches Trying to be inspired by what I see around me and what others do and have instead of being frustrated by it
It makes me wonder about just working and meeting up with friends at home I know I have a privileged life as Irsquom sitting here but isnrsquot this something we all experience in our daily lives It can be hard to sit down let go of the frustration sadness and problems and look forward Itrsquos not always possible to do it overnight but I think that just trying makes you feel better and in the end it allows you to bubble with excitement again no matter if itrsquos for a day of skiing or for finishing that project
My new mission for this season is to stay positive and draw inspiration from the people and things around me Irsquoll let you know how Irsquom doing in three weeksrsquo time
onto my skis after being out for eight months due to a torn MCL Cruising down the hill feeling and hearing the snow crunch under my feet It might sound strange to you but to me itrsquos a special sort of magic I guess it has something to do with the dopamine your body makes while having a great rush of excitement Although Irsquom pretty tired right now and taking a day off from skiing just walking outside and knowing that I can go up the hill any moment I like makes me feel better
Being so excited to be back on the snow after an injury also has a downside It comes in the form of having to hold myself back Since my injury I havenrsquot been jumping or doing any crazy tricks Itrsquos hard seeing all my friends jump and having fun in the park knowing I really shouldnrsquot do any of that stuff yet My mind is screaming ldquoYou can do that toordquo But Irsquom scared of a repeat injury brought on by pushing myself too hard too fast I have to force myself to sit down talk to my friends and listen to their stories of having fun while being genuinely happy for them To enjoy the sun instead of freaking myself out eat some good food have a good laugh and think of all the fun trips I
lsquoExtra stoked up about what Irsquom doingrsquo
lsquoTo me itrsquos a special sort of magicrsquo
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We have reached the point of the season when the outstanding manager of the first half has his team profiled and receives a pat on the back An overall lead at Xmas more often than not means that the team has peaked during the first half of the season before going on to show signs of weakness This season unusually we have a manager who has led strongly from the very early weeks but who still has a full supply of substitutes in reserve This bodes ill for the other managers as even though he has been professionally hunted down to the point that his lead is now meagre (or even gone by the time this is published) Steven Fockema still holds all the aces given that his reserves remain intact while the chasersrsquo have been used up to varying degrees
Daft3Punks
GK Tim Krul (newcastle United) 25m ndash Out injured from the beginning of September until the end of November No proper form assessment possible so far this season and his team are in apparent gradual creep towards the relegation zone Rating 825
deF Jose enrique (Liverpool) 35m ndash At a work-in-progress team Now playing regularly as a midfielder and showing positive form Rating 85
deF daniel Agger (Liverpool) 4m ndash Still more bluster and posing than glory Rating 825
deF Winston Reid (West Ham) 1m ndash Doing New Zealand proud in the Premier League at his price West Ham may not secure a greater number of clean sheets in the second half of the season however Rating 80
deF Jan Vertonghen (Tottenham Hotspur) 45m ndash Handsome driving Belgian vanilla One of the stars of the season thus far Rating 90
mId Gareth Bale (Tottenham Hotspur) 55m ndash The most impressive individual player in the current Premier League Rating 915
mId michu (Swansea city) 2m ndash Incredible value at his price A natural goal-scorer extraordinaire who also gets around and shows versatility Rating 90
mId Yaya Toure (manchester city) 45m ndash Nowhere close to his form of the previous season even if that can change in the second half of this one Rating 850
FWd Fabio Borini (Liverpool) 3m ndash Tipped here to eventually do well but long-term injury befell him just at the time he was settling into his new team and system Rating 80
FWd olivier Giroud (Arsenal) 45m ndash Has been nudging levels above average of late Rating 850
FWd Papiss cisse (newcastle United) 5m ndash Another player showing an astonishing fall from the excellence of the final third of the previous season Newcastle United appear to need re-styling quickly Rating 825
overall rating 9340 (max 100)
The New Year will only bring fireworks given the keen match-up between FFG-CL managers
By Denson Pierre
The Gold Room
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CZECH REPUBLIC - STUNNINGLY DIFFERENT
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Wintry Wonders
ndashlsquoThe sturdy weather-defying people we arersquo
perspectives20
Wintry Wonders
By Sam van Dam
In recent years Amsterdam has been blessed or cursed depending on your point of view by regular snowfall in the winter to spring period It still feels like a bit of a novelty given that we usually experience a grey rainy mess around Christmas time instead of a white blanket With snow becoming a regular but still novel visitor to our beloved city and country our reactions to it cover the full range of emotions from childlike joy that makes us look up into the sky with our tongue sticking out to catch some of the little fluffy flakes followed by a frantic run to the attic to find those old ice-skates among all the rubble to angry fist-shaking at the heavens followed by a desperate soul-crushing ldquoNoooooordquo usually from those who own a car and have to start their day with some hand-numbing ice removal from the frozen windows of their vehicles not to mention the inevitable traffic jams
ndashlsquoNegotiate your steel horse through piles of ice and snow covering every surfacersquo
perspectives21
ndashlsquoAn iced-over surface is the natural enemy of anything moving across itrsquo
perspectives22
clouds Going by the sheer number of mangled locals hauled off to hospital emergency rooms each January it often seems like we forget everything wersquove learned in previous winters or we simply enjoy kissing the cold asphalt while the bike chain wraps itself around our cold stiffened necks No other explanation makes sense The safest advice is to stay inside until the worst is over but since most of us need to go out and make a living or at least visit the shops to stock up on hot chocolate and whipped cream for those long dark evenings by the fireplace hibernation is sadly not an option Luckily the periods of time when we have to deal with ice and snow are usually short lived and there is always the alternative of the public transport system for those who donrsquot dare to confront the frozen world wheel-on And of course there is one thing that unites all of us in a feverish winter dream and makes us forget all the downsides of the cold season the thought that we might be able to ice-skate on the canals rivers and waterways of our lovely little country There is a magic word that we only dare to whisper for fear that once itrsquos spoken out loud the temperature will rise instantly so Irsquom going to write it in tiny letters only Elfstedentocht (Eleven city tour) This ice-skating race of over 200 kilometres through the beautiful frozen Frisian landscape is the pinnacle of winter wonderland fun for the entire family We were last able to enjoy this mysterious and elusive pleasure in 1997 so wish us luck and hopefully this season we can live the dream again May the winter gods be with us
Being the sturdy weather-defying people we are it does not bother us much to hop on our bikes and face the white landscape But there are a few things to consider before throwing yourself into a winter storm trying to negotiate your steel horse through piles of ice and snow covering every surface Make sure to dress properly ndash itrsquos best to wear several layers of clothing which allows the air trapped in between to warm up and keep you comfortable The outer layer should really be waterproof as snow can become rain in an instant here and you donrsquot want to be stuck in a woollen jacket that will freeze solid and cover you with an icy crust when the wind turns in your direction A nice thick hat and gloves are mandatory the head being the area of your body from which most heat exits and you donrsquot want to let that happen Keep it under wraps to ensure proper brain activity and intact ears even if yoursquore caught out in one of those mini-blizzards that can just pop up out of nowhere Once yoursquore all bundled up and ready for the ride there is of course the small issue of the streets being completely covered in icy sludge the kind that has created wrinkles of despair and fear across the foreheads of generations of Dutch men and women An iced-over surface is the natural enemy of anything moving across it and especially those with only two wheels which have a natural tendency to fall over when not held in check by the trained thighs of a road warrior It is highly advisable to ride slowly and carefully keeping an eye on the road ahead of you for frozen patches These can usually be easily identified by the number of falling bodies and crashing bikes of those who seem to think that gravity is suspended once the fluffy stuff starts drifting down from the
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ndashlsquoWrite it in tiny letters only Elfstedentocht (Eleven city tour)rsquo
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26travel
A Russian bears a Chinese panda
Moscow
Once a year I take a foreign holiday and every time I want it to be something special In order to experience the gorgeous Chinese culture and to faint at the sight of enormous skyscrapers in November 2012 I departed Moscow for Hong Kong I wanted my trip to include cultural aspects be affordable and bring something new into my life Looking back I am happy to say that my holiday completely satisfied all these criteria
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By Tatiana Igumensheva
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lsquoA casino which is often the only purpose for visiting Macau especially for people from mainland China and
Hong Kongrsquo
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travel
Macau
Having landed in Honk Kong I took a ferry to Macau which is not as large as its nickname the lsquoAsian Las Vegasrsquo suggests It took me just a day to complete my sightseeing and another to buy souvenirs The only place I omitted from my explorations was a casino which is often the only purpose for visiting Macau especially for people from mainland China and Hong Kong Temples natas (exquisite tarts) Portuguese architecture from the 19th century alongside huge skyscrapers this is the Macau I will remember It is very clean and most museums and temples do not charge for admission I enjoyed the Mandarinrsquos House most of all ndash a great example of home and everyday life habits Jesuit temples are gorgeous as well as the fortress with its lighthouse and of course Macaursquos most famous landmark the ruins of St Paulrsquos cathedral
Macau is a former Portuguese colony and if this one is anything to go by this is something the Portuguese were great at The old city centre has the atmosphere of a small tranquil town ndash very safe and friendly ndash which is exactly what it is both Macau and Hong Kong are probably the two safest places in the world The only thing that was a constant worry was the fact that Macau (and Hong Kong) has no open spaces at all The roads just keep going up and down up and downhellip
Good cardio exercise though I went through it for two days in Macau and then continued my hiking in Hong Kong
Hong Kong
Signs of British colonialism in Hong Kong are noticeable by their absence It was all destroyed in order to make use of every square metre An absence of land has made Hong Kong a temple to skyscrapers and the Chinese appear to have mastered this art perfectly
The first place to see is surely The Peak however Even if you are hysterically afraid of heights you simply must go there This is one view you will never forget Visit it at least twice ndash in the afternoon and in the evening ndash and you will see two different cities below Then take a walk through the central area The way the buildings almost literally scrape the sky excites me every time I look up ndash itlsquos amazing By the way despite being such a technological nation the local Chinese care about the environment in all aspects of their lives They are fond of trees even in a small city-centre park so they can take a little rest on their way to work and they really seem to care about nature There are huge penalties for littering smoking in prohibited areas and great attention to recycling Hong Kong is a city that cares ndash thatrsquos my first impression
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lsquoAn absence of land has made Hong Kong a temple to skyscrapersrsquo
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travel
Another thought I had about all of this progress around me is that being such a progressive society the local Chinese never stopped to become fundamentally religious There are many temples and statues so many religions live together in this peaceful place That was a completely new lifestyle experience for me skyscrapers happily standing alongside all sorts of religious buildings Maybe thatrsquos what freedom of faith is all about
If you manage to get there try to visit all the places described in the tourist guidebooks They are really worth seeing Hong Kong residents spend their weekends visiting these places themselves Ocean Park Big Buddha Mid-levels the Avenue of Stars Hong Kong Park the Botanical and Zoological Gardenshellip I enjoyed all of them greatly
However what struck me the most was the people Forever smiling kind and always helpful Talking to them was a pleasure And some of them cook such delicious dishes that I was ready to eat the plate By the way do not forget that Hong Kong is the capital of international cuisine ndash so try everything Except for Borsch (some restaurants offer it) with which I still believe it is better to get acquainted in Russia or Ukraine All sorts of noodles rice and dumplings are
available here I tried Vietnamese Indian and Hong Kong cuisine and I cannot say which I like morehellip So Hong Kong is a wonderful opportunity to try everything
One last bit of advice if you can afford it take a hotel room with harbour view which will pay you back with interest My harbour-view hotel room suited me perfectly When I was tired of walking I went to my room had a glass of wine watched the lights shimmering on the other side of harbour and was completely happy
I am just reaching the end of my holiday taking a rest in my room and feeling really jealous of anyone about to visit Hong Kong for the first time You are going to enjoy so many exciting emotionshellip
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lsquoThe local Chinese care about the environment in all aspects of their livesrsquo
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lsquoHong Kong is a city that caresrsquo
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lsquoHong Kong is the capital of international cuisine ndash so try everythingrsquo
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Silent nights
Winter nights are well suited to staying indoors in the warmth especially after dark Not everyone is a lowland bear however and most of us need thoughtful stimulation to keep smiling through cold nights spent away from living quarters Luckily for Amsterdammers who pay attention from time to time extremely interesting and creative happenings are staged at a price anyone can afford The idea is simple tour the lights of lsquoNew Cityrsquo Amsterdam at night spending a couple of hours on a sturdy comfortable and warm (enclosed) historical craft The city falls silent as soon as you leave the pier and the transformation is complete when the city becomes simply unrecognisable with its flat lines interrupted by a few high-rising buildings shimmering back at you Some things in Amsterdam remain refreshingly surprising even to its well-cured darlings Not much beats having couple glasses of wine while splashing across the IJsselmeer and struggling to figure out which section of the city you are gazing upon through the silence of an icy night
Watch out for repeats wwwlichtophetijnl
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The Sentinel took up the enthusiastic invitation from the people of the annually occurring Dutch-Lithuanian art event on December 1 The Dutch aspect of the event day and night together with the displayed art was not particularly significant in this case however given that it was one of the more complete cultural cuisine musical and heartily drinking events that the recent European Union arrivalrsquos creative set could conjure with the help of their foreign desk and local culture funds A well produced and expansive programme could be sampled and lightning insight garnered into the culture and artistic impressions of a pearl of Baltic civilisation Vilnius met Amsterdam It just may be time for this e-zine to delve even deeper into Lithuania
See wwwltartnl
Iron Wolves
By Denson Pierre
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MechelenAuthentic and full of surprises Thatrsquos Mechelen Hospitable and honourable Thatrsquos the people of Mechelen Come and experience the cityrsquos urban charms for yourself Mechelen
Authentic and full of surprises Thatrsquos Mechelen Hospitable and honourable Thatrsquos the people of Mechelen Come and experience the cityrsquos urban charms for yourself
photography copy Layla Aerts
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CafeacuteBar Review Batavia 1920
lsquoClassic bar art embraces you as you enterrsquo
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Batavia 1920Prins Hendrikkade 85 1012 AE Amsterdam
It is always handy to know of a wholesome cafeacutebar that ticks all the boxes even if it happens to be located at the busiest point of the old city (obliquely opposite Central Station) Over the course of the different seasons I managed to assess this fine establishment which serves as another reminder of what good honest bars are all about There is still quality available in Amsterdam
AmbianceThoughtful solid furniture easy lighting and classic bar art embraces you as you enter With a chess club professional dart board regular parties and borrels the vibe ranges daily from mellow to vibrant Rating 5
StaffregularsOn my most recent visit I had the pleasure of Elizabeth and Jamie leading the service but staff members are always experienced service is quick and drinks are de-livered with fresh smiles whoever happens to be work-ing The regulars are plentiful and the bar emanates the energy of a good professional lsquoIrishrsquo bar attracting an eclectic international mix to this super-central location It is a perfect meeting point for friends from any cardi-nal direction with the national transportation hub being literally just across the road Rating 5
Televised sportAmple flat screens and channels Rating 4
PricesIn general the prices are standard Central Amsterdam levels which is sadly typical of grand cafeacutes in this post-code area What works in Bataviarsquos favour is that it has an above-average selection of lsquoBelgian beautiesrsquo (beer) on offer Given the advised dosage having two or three should not leave you broke or broken The kitchen also has quite a strong reputation for above-average pub fare The Sunday roast dinner is especially popular and keeps folk who like that sort of thing coming back as often as they can afford it Rating 3
MusicGenuinely diverse popular and world music from a crisp-sounding digital sound system and staff members seem to have cool taste in music Rating 5
Smoking area provisionThere is a large smoking room on the lower level Sim-ple and ingenious air-conditioning allows you to spend your full upstairs session there without the sense of be-ing fumigated If you were not told about the smoking area below you would not know there was one Rating 5
Total rating 2730(Ratings from 1-5 where 1 = Very poor and 5 = Excel-lent)
By Denson Pierre
lsquoA perfect meeting point for friends from any cardinal directionrsquo
cafebar review6
1
lsquoIt has an above-average selection of lsquoBelgian beautiesrsquorsquo
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lsquoStaff members seem to have cool taste in musicrsquo
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star beer guide
The SentinelStar beer guide
lsquoFind the better bars serving it at the right price in the New Yearrsquo
Clever marketing and an effective pricing campaign has led to this A-class standard-bearing blonde becoming one of the most easily found lsquorealrsquo beers in Amsterdam cafeacutes and bars With its distinctive charisma and fresh fruity taste it sits just on the edge in terms of strength and only the brave and seasoned can be found using it as a session beer Prices across Amsterdam for the same Trappist-glass measure can range dramatically from euro 250 to euro 425 per glass so there is fun to be had trying to find the better bars serving it at the right price in the New Year Your search will be rewarded by this cool classic
Grimbergen Blonde is brewed by Alken-Maes Alken Belgium
By Denson Pierre
GRIMBERGEN BLONDE (67 ABV)
67star beer guide
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BRING BACK
A substantial amount of the culture on mainland Europe revolves around platinum-standard beer of various descriptions and fl avours being easily available Amsterdam is not lacking in cafeacutes bars off licences supermarkets and online outlets stocking truly great beers available either immediately or within 24 hours With the growing popularity of high-yeast and high alcohol by volume brands how these drinks are served is a cause for concern however
Led by the Belgians and French the art of designing a glass that refl ects the individual quality of the liquid experience within is among these productsrsquo most out-standing features after their fl avour and power to in-toxicate Any beer of decent repute has its own glass in which it is intended to be served This always takes the form and size of a sensible measure to ensure a taste experience at the correct temperature and allow people to enjoy the evoked sensations before fi nding them-selves suddenly and blindingly drunk What we now often fi nd in tourist-pressed Amsterdam are these lsquoreal beersrsquo being off ered and served to ignorant punters in pint (or half-litre) measures leading to people becom-ing drunk at speed and destroying the overall aesthetic of lsquobeering itrsquo with style
The Sentinel says bring back the serving of high-alco-hol-content drinks in appropriate measures and if pos-sible in the glasses especially designed for the purpose This would be desirable for all manner of reasons not least health and safety Barkeepers can be educators too and it shouldnrsquot be too diffi cult to persuade tourists (usually German British and Irish) who represent the majority of volume drinkers in the cityrsquos more desirable watering holes It is foolish greedy and uncouth to con-sume high-alcohol beverages in such volumes and not expect to end up senselessly drunk and ultimately spoil the whole experience Volume drinkers should simply be directed to the lsquopiss waterrsquo beers of which there are many to satiate their needs and leave the quality beer tours for when they have educated themselves in the culture and manner of consumption that ensures maxi-mum pleasure and above all style
By Denson Pierre
STYLED BEER GLASSES
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We find the best most fun most typical exciting or local favourite restaurants etcetera in Amsterdam and bring them to you an easy way to feel like a local
Het Compagnie Theater Amsterdam 12122012
Recommended
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EUROGIFTSXenonweg 9 3812 SZ Amersfoort
Tel 033 - 454 35 75 - Fax 033 - 454 35 79E-mail lmproefeurogiftsnl
Website wwweurogiftsnl
FILMPROEF
ORDERNUMMER 6021022ARTIKELNUMMER 65123
Ware grootte (indien uitgeprint)Kleur opdruk Wit
Mulligans Irish Music BarAmsterdamrsquos best address for live Irish music Five (5) nights a week Check our agenda for upcoming sessions
Cafeacute KostverlorenCafeacute Kostverloren is a contemporary cafe offering the cosiness of a saloon an open kitchen and the intimacy of a living room During summer there is a large sunny terrace and during winter an open fi replace
VibesVibes is a relaxing cafecocktail bar art gallery with a large selection of coffees herbal teas homemade cakes and an amazing card of cocktails made with fresh fruit by a professional cocktail bartenderEnjoy our Italian kitchen in a cosy and friendly atmosphere
IncantoIncanto is a restaurant with a classic Italian kitchen Venetian chef Simone Ambrosin is known for his pure and simple style of cooking with feeling for nuance The wine list contains over 150 Italian wines
Planet RosePlanet Rose is the fi rst Caribbean restaurant in the Netherlands which specializes in Jamaican cuisine The menu features a daily changing selection of JamaicanCaribbean dishes and they ensure that you enjoy the whole expe-rience while dining with them
Cafe TisfrisCafe Tisfris is recognisable for its landmarks funky pillars and terrace Tisfris offers a friendly service and is a great pit stop for ldquoyummyrdquo refreshments
Cafe restaurant EdelCafe restaurant Edel is the perfect place for lunch dinner or to simply enjoy a drink Edel is a unique place in Amsterdam
Cafeacute OportoCafeacute Oporto is a traditional Amsterdam lsquobrown cafersquo Welcoming tourists and regular customers alike they offer televised sports wireless internet connection and a wide range of reasonably priced beers and spirits
Connoisseurs Delight Fun Drinking amp MusicTo Be Seen and Tasted
To Be Seen and Tasted
Fun Drinking amp Music
Connoisseurs Delight
Connoisseurs Delight
To Be Seen and Tasted
Neighbourhood cosy
Opera Prima - Patisserie Bistro TraiteurThe best place in town for lunch exquisite high teas or brunches and all of your luxury catering both private and corporate
Kinkerstraat 228 Amsterdamwwwoperaprimanl
St Antoniebreestraat 142 Amsterdamwwwtisfrisnl
Postjesweg 1 1057 DT Amsterdamwwwedelamsterdamnl
Zoutsteeg 1 1012 LX Amsterdamwwwcafeoportonethome
Amstel 100 1017 AC Amsterdamwwwmulligansnl
2e Kostverlorenkade 70 Amsterdamwwwcafekostverlorennl
Jan Pieter Heijestraat 137 Amsterdamwwwwixcomvibes137vibes
Amstel 2 Amsterdamwwwrestaurant-incantonl
Nicolaas Beetsstraat 47 Amsterdamwwwplanetroseinfo
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Where is this inAmsterdam
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Room 2cfilm
This is the one that will make you pause James Stewart one of my top ten actors of all time plays a businessman fighting to keep his life and family together while everything is crashing down around him In steps an lsquoangelrsquo to try and convince him that life is not as bad as it seems and that other people would be a lot worse off without him Probably the highest rated film Irsquove ever reviewed and one of the most Christmas-delicious I know
Could you walk 2400 kilometres while being pursued with little more than a longing to return to your homeland and mother to keep you and your dependant companions going Would you do this twice This utterly moving film highlights the true-life Australian apartheid practices of the twentieth century and the trauma it caused to native Australians The barren landscapes provide the perfect backdrop for compelling cinema-tography and its dryness will be irrigated by your tears
By David King
By dpmotions
Itrsquos a Wonderful Life (1946)
Rabbit-Proof Fence (2002)
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74trends
lsquoFacebook in particular is responsible for exacerbating unspoken competitivenessrsquo
By Dirkje Bakker-Pierre
Trends in the food industry are moving faster than lightning and are harder and harder to keep up with When you are all geared up to create your own artsy cupcakes all of a sudden cupcakes are out and macaroons are the flavour of the day
Sweat dripping and cheeks burning with stress levels going through the roof women all around the country have been toiling night and day to create just the right pimped-up cakes (completely covered in layers of pink and red marzipan tiny silver sugar balls and rose petals made from feather-light sugar) which look like they come from one of the newly popped-up cupcake shops Facebook in particular is responsible for exacerbating unspoken competitiveness due to images being posted of better looking and prettier cakes just after you posted your own in comparison pretty sad creations forcing you back into the kitchen to try again
One day itrsquos cutting out names from layers of chocolate the next itrsquos squirting curls and swirls of rainbow colours or grating organic carrots for the rather awkward lsquohealthyrsquo version the carrot cupcake
Shops have adjusted their aisles to make way for endless shelves of specialised products in all ranges of sweetness and multicoloured cuteness shapes tools mixtures and machines It is a whole world of custom products which just keeps growing and changing and you need to keep up with it all or risk being hopelessly left behind There are pink-coloured cook books workshops websites self-help groups and neglected overweight children crying for something non-sweet for once
But then after all your attempts and when you finally think you have achieved perfection before you know it you make a complete fool of yourself by serving the wrong type of sweet and colourful titbits because a new trend has already arrived That really makes you feel like a macaroon
All Caked Out
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Winter solstice is an exciting time of year when we all start dreaming of more sun more light and more inspiration Continuing the gemstone theme I would like to draw your attention to the very lovely and sparkling sunstone also known as heliolite It is the official gemstone of the US state of Oregon which is a prime source for this beautiful gem The name heliolite is derived from the Greek lsquoheliosrsquo and lsquolithosrsquo which mean lsquosunrsquo and lsquostonersquo It was first discovered in Viking burial mounds but despite its long history is not found in abundance
Sunstone is metallic in appearance and comes in red orange or green colours However cleaner red sunstone is very rare and commands proper gemstone prices The stone is a composite of oligoclase feldspar which also contains hematite or goethite The presence of hematite or goethite gives the stone its ability to reflect light hence the name sunstone Sunstone is said to be an inspiration stone able to bestow freedom independence and happiness It also said to reduce fear alleviate stress and bring good luck in any game of chance This sparkly stone has a further use in healing and is believed to endow its wearers with enhanced self-healing powers Other properties
Shine
By Evelina Kvartunaite
ndash
lsquoDreaming of more sun more light and more inspirationrsquo
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include stimulating the vegetative autonomic nervous system and enhancing the harmonious functioning of all the bodyrsquos organs It is also quite helpful in cases of exhaustion due to lack of sleep
The gemstone is used to treat chronic sore throats and relieves pain caused by stomach ulcers It has proved successful in alleviating Seasonal Affective Disorder (or SAD) and is also known for relieving cartilage problems rheumatism and general aches and pains Sunstone helps in dealing with depression and frees its wearers from feelings of discrimination and failure as well as from perceptions of an lsquoevil worldrsquo Sunstone increases a personrsquos sense of self-esteem and self-worth
Sunstone is particularly beneficial when used in sunshine or sunlight It brings abundance to a personrsquos life and transforms negative energy into positive energy
If you have any other helpful tips you would like to share please let me know at evelinakvartunaiteconsultancymarketmediacom
76health amp well-being
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lsquoBestow freedom independence and happinessrsquo
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lsquoIt has proved successful in alleviating Seasonal Affective
Disorderrsquo
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world this lsquotrickeryrsquo has moved online With todayrsquos short attention spans the potential to draw users to a website and retain them is a crucial skill which is rewarded by the revenue that can be generated based on how long a user stays on a website Link-baiting should have been foreseen since it is inevitable
Every click on a website is a revenue-generating moment in terms of advertising The amount of adverts to which you can expose an online user as they click to and through your website is the currency used to determine whether an advertising agency spends its budget on one publication over another Real journalism and insightful opinions once drove online traffic for web publications but link-baiting is now seriously derailing this approach
Most of the time the story behind the sensational link does not live up to expectations A typical example of this can be found in the online edition of the Watford Observer on Tuesday 31 July 2012 The link-bait read ldquoCameron Diaz vows to kick drug habit with help of stepdadrdquo However following the link or falling for the bait led to the underwhelming story ldquoDrug user Cameron Diaz of Broomfield Rise Abbots Langley has sworn to clean up his act with the help of his stepfatherrdquo Although the story was factually correct the intention of the publication was to trick the
One of my previous articles described how online technology publications are subverting reality by not correctly echoing the sentiments of the consuming public Part of the cause of this is that usually in a bid to counter the majority of lacklustre stories floating around they subvert reality to make it more interesting How many non-geeks really care about the advantages of modelling parallelism on serial programs with the Intelreg Advisor XE Itrsquos certainly not a typically newsworthy story
As a result an annoying phenomenon has slowly been building momentum This is now quite evident all over the internet and is destroying good journalism The phenomenon is called Link-baiting Our trustworthy source of internet knowledge describes Link-bait(ing) as anything ldquointeresting enough to catch peoplersquos attentionrdquo (httpenwikipediaorgwikiLink_bait)
Link-baiting is synonymous with the sensational cover stories used on the front of magazines to entice people walking past to pick up the magazines and delve into them As with most things from the print
No news is good news
lsquoQuite evident all over the internet and is destroying good
journalismrsquo
By Simon Owusu
technology
TechBit Sio-Bytes
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provider in America to the tune of US$ 400 million The initial story broke on the PRWEB website and the majority of online publications regurgitated the story with no additional insights such as the implications of such a deal which real journalism would call for None of them bothered to check the sources or the credibility of the story Millions of revenue-generating clicks later the more seasoned online publications such as CNN AllThings D and CNET broke the bigger story that the press release was fake and that both Google and ICOA Wireless had denied the story In a rush to break the story the first rule of journalism was contravened lsquoAlways check your sourcesrsquo
Given the transient nature of any false news stories posted on the internet these days the story quickly disappeared from most of the offending publications and today you will be hard pressed to find any mention of this slip-up The Sentinel we like to think always brings you the truth albeit typed on an iPad Mini so donrsquot count on us to follow such faulty phenomena and trends
online user into clicking on it due to the coincidental name-sharing of the Abbots Langley Cameron Diaz with the famous American actress Every link clicked demonstrates the potential for advertisers to reach larger audiences and generate revenue for the online publications
From the same school as link-baiting comes the phenomenon of lsquofirst past the postrsquo journalism within the advertising-driven online publication world In this type of journalism emphasis is placed on being first to publish or break a news story Online publications that are first to break a news story attract a high amount of traffic (which translates into large revenues generated by advertising) since they are the only source of that particular information for a short space of time Online users have no choice but to visit that particular site if they wish to read the scoop The downside of this is that in a bid to be first to reap the advertising revenues frequently news stories are not properly checked for credibility On Monday 26 November 2012 nearly every online technology publication published the story of Google purchasing ICOA Wireless a Wi-Fi hot-spot
lsquoFrequently news stories are not properly checked for credibilityrsquo
lsquolsquoAlways check your sourcesrsquorsquo
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these people in business suits are rushing to check in their business cases Irsquom manoeuvring my 19-metre ski bag between them Strange looks and questions donrsquot surprise me anymore The looks whispers and questions Irsquove had while on trains from one place to the next or on the tram after going to the beach on my way to the indoor slope this summer On the one hand they made me feel like I was some strange creature from another planet but on the other they got me extra stoked up about what Irsquom doing
As I write this itrsquos a week after I checked in my bags and Irsquom sitting in my favourite coffee shop Cuppa Joersquos in Breckenridge Colorado Over the past five days Irsquove been getting up every morning at around 630 am and getting out at around 800am Anyone who knows me will probably raise an eyebrow at this When Irsquom working at home on my photos and stories for the White Freeski Magazine where Irsquom editor-in-chief or on freelance assignments my daily rhythm is completely the opposite But I guess thatrsquos the nice thing about jetlag
Itrsquos hard to describe the feeling of finally getting back
You know that feeling of bubbly excitement you get when you are getting ready to go and do something yoursquove been anticipating for a long long time It might be finally nailing that presentation to finish up university cooking a great dinner for friends or excitement about meeting up with someone
Getting my bags out from the basement after they had been collecting dust for the past eight months prompted those feelings to rush through my veins once again Even though I donrsquot mind being home going to the beach and rehabbing my knee and visiting friends in different countries over the summer all this has taken place in the city and Irsquove been missing the mountains terribly As Irsquom getting my bags out it makes me realise that it really is almost time for me to click into my skis again and breathe in the fresh mountain air
After packing it was finally time to get on my flight to Denver Colorado on Monday morning While all
white outBubbles of Excitement
By Ananda van Welij
Just another girl from a country without mountains addicted to snow
lsquoGo and do something yoursquove been anticipating for a long long timersquo
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have ahead of me this winter Looking forward again instead of being bummed I try to focus on the bright side like I did while I was stuck at home rehabbing and walking on crutches Trying to be inspired by what I see around me and what others do and have instead of being frustrated by it
It makes me wonder about just working and meeting up with friends at home I know I have a privileged life as Irsquom sitting here but isnrsquot this something we all experience in our daily lives It can be hard to sit down let go of the frustration sadness and problems and look forward Itrsquos not always possible to do it overnight but I think that just trying makes you feel better and in the end it allows you to bubble with excitement again no matter if itrsquos for a day of skiing or for finishing that project
My new mission for this season is to stay positive and draw inspiration from the people and things around me Irsquoll let you know how Irsquom doing in three weeksrsquo time
onto my skis after being out for eight months due to a torn MCL Cruising down the hill feeling and hearing the snow crunch under my feet It might sound strange to you but to me itrsquos a special sort of magic I guess it has something to do with the dopamine your body makes while having a great rush of excitement Although Irsquom pretty tired right now and taking a day off from skiing just walking outside and knowing that I can go up the hill any moment I like makes me feel better
Being so excited to be back on the snow after an injury also has a downside It comes in the form of having to hold myself back Since my injury I havenrsquot been jumping or doing any crazy tricks Itrsquos hard seeing all my friends jump and having fun in the park knowing I really shouldnrsquot do any of that stuff yet My mind is screaming ldquoYou can do that toordquo But Irsquom scared of a repeat injury brought on by pushing myself too hard too fast I have to force myself to sit down talk to my friends and listen to their stories of having fun while being genuinely happy for them To enjoy the sun instead of freaking myself out eat some good food have a good laugh and think of all the fun trips I
lsquoExtra stoked up about what Irsquom doingrsquo
lsquoTo me itrsquos a special sort of magicrsquo
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We have reached the point of the season when the outstanding manager of the first half has his team profiled and receives a pat on the back An overall lead at Xmas more often than not means that the team has peaked during the first half of the season before going on to show signs of weakness This season unusually we have a manager who has led strongly from the very early weeks but who still has a full supply of substitutes in reserve This bodes ill for the other managers as even though he has been professionally hunted down to the point that his lead is now meagre (or even gone by the time this is published) Steven Fockema still holds all the aces given that his reserves remain intact while the chasersrsquo have been used up to varying degrees
Daft3Punks
GK Tim Krul (newcastle United) 25m ndash Out injured from the beginning of September until the end of November No proper form assessment possible so far this season and his team are in apparent gradual creep towards the relegation zone Rating 825
deF Jose enrique (Liverpool) 35m ndash At a work-in-progress team Now playing regularly as a midfielder and showing positive form Rating 85
deF daniel Agger (Liverpool) 4m ndash Still more bluster and posing than glory Rating 825
deF Winston Reid (West Ham) 1m ndash Doing New Zealand proud in the Premier League at his price West Ham may not secure a greater number of clean sheets in the second half of the season however Rating 80
deF Jan Vertonghen (Tottenham Hotspur) 45m ndash Handsome driving Belgian vanilla One of the stars of the season thus far Rating 90
mId Gareth Bale (Tottenham Hotspur) 55m ndash The most impressive individual player in the current Premier League Rating 915
mId michu (Swansea city) 2m ndash Incredible value at his price A natural goal-scorer extraordinaire who also gets around and shows versatility Rating 90
mId Yaya Toure (manchester city) 45m ndash Nowhere close to his form of the previous season even if that can change in the second half of this one Rating 850
FWd Fabio Borini (Liverpool) 3m ndash Tipped here to eventually do well but long-term injury befell him just at the time he was settling into his new team and system Rating 80
FWd olivier Giroud (Arsenal) 45m ndash Has been nudging levels above average of late Rating 850
FWd Papiss cisse (newcastle United) 5m ndash Another player showing an astonishing fall from the excellence of the final third of the previous season Newcastle United appear to need re-styling quickly Rating 825
overall rating 9340 (max 100)
The New Year will only bring fireworks given the keen match-up between FFG-CL managers
By Denson Pierre
The Gold Room
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CZECH REPUBLIC - STUNNINGLY DIFFERENT
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Wintry Wonders
ndashlsquoThe sturdy weather-defying people we arersquo
perspectives20
Wintry Wonders
By Sam van Dam
In recent years Amsterdam has been blessed or cursed depending on your point of view by regular snowfall in the winter to spring period It still feels like a bit of a novelty given that we usually experience a grey rainy mess around Christmas time instead of a white blanket With snow becoming a regular but still novel visitor to our beloved city and country our reactions to it cover the full range of emotions from childlike joy that makes us look up into the sky with our tongue sticking out to catch some of the little fluffy flakes followed by a frantic run to the attic to find those old ice-skates among all the rubble to angry fist-shaking at the heavens followed by a desperate soul-crushing ldquoNoooooordquo usually from those who own a car and have to start their day with some hand-numbing ice removal from the frozen windows of their vehicles not to mention the inevitable traffic jams
ndashlsquoNegotiate your steel horse through piles of ice and snow covering every surfacersquo
perspectives21
ndashlsquoAn iced-over surface is the natural enemy of anything moving across itrsquo
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clouds Going by the sheer number of mangled locals hauled off to hospital emergency rooms each January it often seems like we forget everything wersquove learned in previous winters or we simply enjoy kissing the cold asphalt while the bike chain wraps itself around our cold stiffened necks No other explanation makes sense The safest advice is to stay inside until the worst is over but since most of us need to go out and make a living or at least visit the shops to stock up on hot chocolate and whipped cream for those long dark evenings by the fireplace hibernation is sadly not an option Luckily the periods of time when we have to deal with ice and snow are usually short lived and there is always the alternative of the public transport system for those who donrsquot dare to confront the frozen world wheel-on And of course there is one thing that unites all of us in a feverish winter dream and makes us forget all the downsides of the cold season the thought that we might be able to ice-skate on the canals rivers and waterways of our lovely little country There is a magic word that we only dare to whisper for fear that once itrsquos spoken out loud the temperature will rise instantly so Irsquom going to write it in tiny letters only Elfstedentocht (Eleven city tour) This ice-skating race of over 200 kilometres through the beautiful frozen Frisian landscape is the pinnacle of winter wonderland fun for the entire family We were last able to enjoy this mysterious and elusive pleasure in 1997 so wish us luck and hopefully this season we can live the dream again May the winter gods be with us
Being the sturdy weather-defying people we are it does not bother us much to hop on our bikes and face the white landscape But there are a few things to consider before throwing yourself into a winter storm trying to negotiate your steel horse through piles of ice and snow covering every surface Make sure to dress properly ndash itrsquos best to wear several layers of clothing which allows the air trapped in between to warm up and keep you comfortable The outer layer should really be waterproof as snow can become rain in an instant here and you donrsquot want to be stuck in a woollen jacket that will freeze solid and cover you with an icy crust when the wind turns in your direction A nice thick hat and gloves are mandatory the head being the area of your body from which most heat exits and you donrsquot want to let that happen Keep it under wraps to ensure proper brain activity and intact ears even if yoursquore caught out in one of those mini-blizzards that can just pop up out of nowhere Once yoursquore all bundled up and ready for the ride there is of course the small issue of the streets being completely covered in icy sludge the kind that has created wrinkles of despair and fear across the foreheads of generations of Dutch men and women An iced-over surface is the natural enemy of anything moving across it and especially those with only two wheels which have a natural tendency to fall over when not held in check by the trained thighs of a road warrior It is highly advisable to ride slowly and carefully keeping an eye on the road ahead of you for frozen patches These can usually be easily identified by the number of falling bodies and crashing bikes of those who seem to think that gravity is suspended once the fluffy stuff starts drifting down from the
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A Russian bears a Chinese panda
Moscow
Once a year I take a foreign holiday and every time I want it to be something special In order to experience the gorgeous Chinese culture and to faint at the sight of enormous skyscrapers in November 2012 I departed Moscow for Hong Kong I wanted my trip to include cultural aspects be affordable and bring something new into my life Looking back I am happy to say that my holiday completely satisfied all these criteria
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By Tatiana Igumensheva
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lsquoA casino which is often the only purpose for visiting Macau especially for people from mainland China and
Hong Kongrsquo
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Macau
Having landed in Honk Kong I took a ferry to Macau which is not as large as its nickname the lsquoAsian Las Vegasrsquo suggests It took me just a day to complete my sightseeing and another to buy souvenirs The only place I omitted from my explorations was a casino which is often the only purpose for visiting Macau especially for people from mainland China and Hong Kong Temples natas (exquisite tarts) Portuguese architecture from the 19th century alongside huge skyscrapers this is the Macau I will remember It is very clean and most museums and temples do not charge for admission I enjoyed the Mandarinrsquos House most of all ndash a great example of home and everyday life habits Jesuit temples are gorgeous as well as the fortress with its lighthouse and of course Macaursquos most famous landmark the ruins of St Paulrsquos cathedral
Macau is a former Portuguese colony and if this one is anything to go by this is something the Portuguese were great at The old city centre has the atmosphere of a small tranquil town ndash very safe and friendly ndash which is exactly what it is both Macau and Hong Kong are probably the two safest places in the world The only thing that was a constant worry was the fact that Macau (and Hong Kong) has no open spaces at all The roads just keep going up and down up and downhellip
Good cardio exercise though I went through it for two days in Macau and then continued my hiking in Hong Kong
Hong Kong
Signs of British colonialism in Hong Kong are noticeable by their absence It was all destroyed in order to make use of every square metre An absence of land has made Hong Kong a temple to skyscrapers and the Chinese appear to have mastered this art perfectly
The first place to see is surely The Peak however Even if you are hysterically afraid of heights you simply must go there This is one view you will never forget Visit it at least twice ndash in the afternoon and in the evening ndash and you will see two different cities below Then take a walk through the central area The way the buildings almost literally scrape the sky excites me every time I look up ndash itlsquos amazing By the way despite being such a technological nation the local Chinese care about the environment in all aspects of their lives They are fond of trees even in a small city-centre park so they can take a little rest on their way to work and they really seem to care about nature There are huge penalties for littering smoking in prohibited areas and great attention to recycling Hong Kong is a city that cares ndash thatrsquos my first impression
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lsquoAn absence of land has made Hong Kong a temple to skyscrapersrsquo
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Another thought I had about all of this progress around me is that being such a progressive society the local Chinese never stopped to become fundamentally religious There are many temples and statues so many religions live together in this peaceful place That was a completely new lifestyle experience for me skyscrapers happily standing alongside all sorts of religious buildings Maybe thatrsquos what freedom of faith is all about
If you manage to get there try to visit all the places described in the tourist guidebooks They are really worth seeing Hong Kong residents spend their weekends visiting these places themselves Ocean Park Big Buddha Mid-levels the Avenue of Stars Hong Kong Park the Botanical and Zoological Gardenshellip I enjoyed all of them greatly
However what struck me the most was the people Forever smiling kind and always helpful Talking to them was a pleasure And some of them cook such delicious dishes that I was ready to eat the plate By the way do not forget that Hong Kong is the capital of international cuisine ndash so try everything Except for Borsch (some restaurants offer it) with which I still believe it is better to get acquainted in Russia or Ukraine All sorts of noodles rice and dumplings are
available here I tried Vietnamese Indian and Hong Kong cuisine and I cannot say which I like morehellip So Hong Kong is a wonderful opportunity to try everything
One last bit of advice if you can afford it take a hotel room with harbour view which will pay you back with interest My harbour-view hotel room suited me perfectly When I was tired of walking I went to my room had a glass of wine watched the lights shimmering on the other side of harbour and was completely happy
I am just reaching the end of my holiday taking a rest in my room and feeling really jealous of anyone about to visit Hong Kong for the first time You are going to enjoy so many exciting emotionshellip
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lsquoThe local Chinese care about the environment in all aspects of their livesrsquo
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lsquoHong Kong is a city that caresrsquo
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lsquoHong Kong is the capital of international cuisine ndash so try everythingrsquo
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Silent nights
Winter nights are well suited to staying indoors in the warmth especially after dark Not everyone is a lowland bear however and most of us need thoughtful stimulation to keep smiling through cold nights spent away from living quarters Luckily for Amsterdammers who pay attention from time to time extremely interesting and creative happenings are staged at a price anyone can afford The idea is simple tour the lights of lsquoNew Cityrsquo Amsterdam at night spending a couple of hours on a sturdy comfortable and warm (enclosed) historical craft The city falls silent as soon as you leave the pier and the transformation is complete when the city becomes simply unrecognisable with its flat lines interrupted by a few high-rising buildings shimmering back at you Some things in Amsterdam remain refreshingly surprising even to its well-cured darlings Not much beats having couple glasses of wine while splashing across the IJsselmeer and struggling to figure out which section of the city you are gazing upon through the silence of an icy night
Watch out for repeats wwwlichtophetijnl
city gems
By Denson Pierre
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The Sentinel took up the enthusiastic invitation from the people of the annually occurring Dutch-Lithuanian art event on December 1 The Dutch aspect of the event day and night together with the displayed art was not particularly significant in this case however given that it was one of the more complete cultural cuisine musical and heartily drinking events that the recent European Union arrivalrsquos creative set could conjure with the help of their foreign desk and local culture funds A well produced and expansive programme could be sampled and lightning insight garnered into the culture and artistic impressions of a pearl of Baltic civilisation Vilnius met Amsterdam It just may be time for this e-zine to delve even deeper into Lithuania
See wwwltartnl
Iron Wolves
By Denson Pierre
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MechelenAuthentic and full of surprises Thatrsquos Mechelen Hospitable and honourable Thatrsquos the people of Mechelen Come and experience the cityrsquos urban charms for yourself Mechelen
Authentic and full of surprises Thatrsquos Mechelen Hospitable and honourable Thatrsquos the people of Mechelen Come and experience the cityrsquos urban charms for yourself
photography copy Layla Aerts
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CafeacuteBar Review Batavia 1920
lsquoClassic bar art embraces you as you enterrsquo
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Batavia 1920Prins Hendrikkade 85 1012 AE Amsterdam
It is always handy to know of a wholesome cafeacutebar that ticks all the boxes even if it happens to be located at the busiest point of the old city (obliquely opposite Central Station) Over the course of the different seasons I managed to assess this fine establishment which serves as another reminder of what good honest bars are all about There is still quality available in Amsterdam
AmbianceThoughtful solid furniture easy lighting and classic bar art embraces you as you enter With a chess club professional dart board regular parties and borrels the vibe ranges daily from mellow to vibrant Rating 5
StaffregularsOn my most recent visit I had the pleasure of Elizabeth and Jamie leading the service but staff members are always experienced service is quick and drinks are de-livered with fresh smiles whoever happens to be work-ing The regulars are plentiful and the bar emanates the energy of a good professional lsquoIrishrsquo bar attracting an eclectic international mix to this super-central location It is a perfect meeting point for friends from any cardi-nal direction with the national transportation hub being literally just across the road Rating 5
Televised sportAmple flat screens and channels Rating 4
PricesIn general the prices are standard Central Amsterdam levels which is sadly typical of grand cafeacutes in this post-code area What works in Bataviarsquos favour is that it has an above-average selection of lsquoBelgian beautiesrsquo (beer) on offer Given the advised dosage having two or three should not leave you broke or broken The kitchen also has quite a strong reputation for above-average pub fare The Sunday roast dinner is especially popular and keeps folk who like that sort of thing coming back as often as they can afford it Rating 3
MusicGenuinely diverse popular and world music from a crisp-sounding digital sound system and staff members seem to have cool taste in music Rating 5
Smoking area provisionThere is a large smoking room on the lower level Sim-ple and ingenious air-conditioning allows you to spend your full upstairs session there without the sense of be-ing fumigated If you were not told about the smoking area below you would not know there was one Rating 5
Total rating 2730(Ratings from 1-5 where 1 = Very poor and 5 = Excel-lent)
By Denson Pierre
lsquoA perfect meeting point for friends from any cardinal directionrsquo
cafebar review6
1
lsquoIt has an above-average selection of lsquoBelgian beautiesrsquorsquo
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lsquoStaff members seem to have cool taste in musicrsquo
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For complete and world class tours of Prague
Packages includebull Hidden and playful Prague (for families with young children)bull Literary Praguebull Prague Architecture through the agesbull Religion and the citybull The old city at night
These are detailed tours designed for visitors who wish to explore with great detail and not suitable for simply sight-seeing tourists
Day segments and ratesPR 0800-1230hrs AG 1330-1630hrs UE 1730-2130hrsAll sessions are priced at u 25 per single adult Group size upper limit = 8 Accompanied children under the age of five are gratis and school aged children pay 25 Family package rates are negotiable
ContactJaroslav Cernosek+420 602 228 797Mail jcernosekcentrumcz
wwwyourtuliptourcom
JC Tours
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star beer guide
The SentinelStar beer guide
lsquoFind the better bars serving it at the right price in the New Yearrsquo
Clever marketing and an effective pricing campaign has led to this A-class standard-bearing blonde becoming one of the most easily found lsquorealrsquo beers in Amsterdam cafeacutes and bars With its distinctive charisma and fresh fruity taste it sits just on the edge in terms of strength and only the brave and seasoned can be found using it as a session beer Prices across Amsterdam for the same Trappist-glass measure can range dramatically from euro 250 to euro 425 per glass so there is fun to be had trying to find the better bars serving it at the right price in the New Year Your search will be rewarded by this cool classic
Grimbergen Blonde is brewed by Alken-Maes Alken Belgium
By Denson Pierre
GRIMBERGEN BLONDE (67 ABV)
67star beer guide
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BRING BACK
A substantial amount of the culture on mainland Europe revolves around platinum-standard beer of various descriptions and fl avours being easily available Amsterdam is not lacking in cafeacutes bars off licences supermarkets and online outlets stocking truly great beers available either immediately or within 24 hours With the growing popularity of high-yeast and high alcohol by volume brands how these drinks are served is a cause for concern however
Led by the Belgians and French the art of designing a glass that refl ects the individual quality of the liquid experience within is among these productsrsquo most out-standing features after their fl avour and power to in-toxicate Any beer of decent repute has its own glass in which it is intended to be served This always takes the form and size of a sensible measure to ensure a taste experience at the correct temperature and allow people to enjoy the evoked sensations before fi nding them-selves suddenly and blindingly drunk What we now often fi nd in tourist-pressed Amsterdam are these lsquoreal beersrsquo being off ered and served to ignorant punters in pint (or half-litre) measures leading to people becom-ing drunk at speed and destroying the overall aesthetic of lsquobeering itrsquo with style
The Sentinel says bring back the serving of high-alco-hol-content drinks in appropriate measures and if pos-sible in the glasses especially designed for the purpose This would be desirable for all manner of reasons not least health and safety Barkeepers can be educators too and it shouldnrsquot be too diffi cult to persuade tourists (usually German British and Irish) who represent the majority of volume drinkers in the cityrsquos more desirable watering holes It is foolish greedy and uncouth to con-sume high-alcohol beverages in such volumes and not expect to end up senselessly drunk and ultimately spoil the whole experience Volume drinkers should simply be directed to the lsquopiss waterrsquo beers of which there are many to satiate their needs and leave the quality beer tours for when they have educated themselves in the culture and manner of consumption that ensures maxi-mum pleasure and above all style
By Denson Pierre
STYLED BEER GLASSES
69amsterdam city life
We find the best most fun most typical exciting or local favourite restaurants etcetera in Amsterdam and bring them to you an easy way to feel like a local
Het Compagnie Theater Amsterdam 12122012
Recommended
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EUROGIFTSXenonweg 9 3812 SZ Amersfoort
Tel 033 - 454 35 75 - Fax 033 - 454 35 79E-mail lmproefeurogiftsnl
Website wwweurogiftsnl
FILMPROEF
ORDERNUMMER 6021022ARTIKELNUMMER 65123
Ware grootte (indien uitgeprint)Kleur opdruk Wit
Mulligans Irish Music BarAmsterdamrsquos best address for live Irish music Five (5) nights a week Check our agenda for upcoming sessions
Cafeacute KostverlorenCafeacute Kostverloren is a contemporary cafe offering the cosiness of a saloon an open kitchen and the intimacy of a living room During summer there is a large sunny terrace and during winter an open fi replace
VibesVibes is a relaxing cafecocktail bar art gallery with a large selection of coffees herbal teas homemade cakes and an amazing card of cocktails made with fresh fruit by a professional cocktail bartenderEnjoy our Italian kitchen in a cosy and friendly atmosphere
IncantoIncanto is a restaurant with a classic Italian kitchen Venetian chef Simone Ambrosin is known for his pure and simple style of cooking with feeling for nuance The wine list contains over 150 Italian wines
Planet RosePlanet Rose is the fi rst Caribbean restaurant in the Netherlands which specializes in Jamaican cuisine The menu features a daily changing selection of JamaicanCaribbean dishes and they ensure that you enjoy the whole expe-rience while dining with them
Cafe TisfrisCafe Tisfris is recognisable for its landmarks funky pillars and terrace Tisfris offers a friendly service and is a great pit stop for ldquoyummyrdquo refreshments
Cafe restaurant EdelCafe restaurant Edel is the perfect place for lunch dinner or to simply enjoy a drink Edel is a unique place in Amsterdam
Cafeacute OportoCafeacute Oporto is a traditional Amsterdam lsquobrown cafersquo Welcoming tourists and regular customers alike they offer televised sports wireless internet connection and a wide range of reasonably priced beers and spirits
Connoisseurs Delight Fun Drinking amp MusicTo Be Seen and Tasted
To Be Seen and Tasted
Fun Drinking amp Music
Connoisseurs Delight
Connoisseurs Delight
To Be Seen and Tasted
Neighbourhood cosy
Opera Prima - Patisserie Bistro TraiteurThe best place in town for lunch exquisite high teas or brunches and all of your luxury catering both private and corporate
Kinkerstraat 228 Amsterdamwwwoperaprimanl
St Antoniebreestraat 142 Amsterdamwwwtisfrisnl
Postjesweg 1 1057 DT Amsterdamwwwedelamsterdamnl
Zoutsteeg 1 1012 LX Amsterdamwwwcafeoportonethome
Amstel 100 1017 AC Amsterdamwwwmulligansnl
2e Kostverlorenkade 70 Amsterdamwwwcafekostverlorennl
Jan Pieter Heijestraat 137 Amsterdamwwwwixcomvibes137vibes
Amstel 2 Amsterdamwwwrestaurant-incantonl
Nicolaas Beetsstraat 47 Amsterdamwwwplanetroseinfo
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Answer to sentinelpostgmailcom
Where is this inAmsterdam
72spotted
Room 2cfilm
This is the one that will make you pause James Stewart one of my top ten actors of all time plays a businessman fighting to keep his life and family together while everything is crashing down around him In steps an lsquoangelrsquo to try and convince him that life is not as bad as it seems and that other people would be a lot worse off without him Probably the highest rated film Irsquove ever reviewed and one of the most Christmas-delicious I know
Could you walk 2400 kilometres while being pursued with little more than a longing to return to your homeland and mother to keep you and your dependant companions going Would you do this twice This utterly moving film highlights the true-life Australian apartheid practices of the twentieth century and the trauma it caused to native Australians The barren landscapes provide the perfect backdrop for compelling cinema-tography and its dryness will be irrigated by your tears
By David King
By dpmotions
Itrsquos a Wonderful Life (1946)
Rabbit-Proof Fence (2002)
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74trends
lsquoFacebook in particular is responsible for exacerbating unspoken competitivenessrsquo
By Dirkje Bakker-Pierre
Trends in the food industry are moving faster than lightning and are harder and harder to keep up with When you are all geared up to create your own artsy cupcakes all of a sudden cupcakes are out and macaroons are the flavour of the day
Sweat dripping and cheeks burning with stress levels going through the roof women all around the country have been toiling night and day to create just the right pimped-up cakes (completely covered in layers of pink and red marzipan tiny silver sugar balls and rose petals made from feather-light sugar) which look like they come from one of the newly popped-up cupcake shops Facebook in particular is responsible for exacerbating unspoken competitiveness due to images being posted of better looking and prettier cakes just after you posted your own in comparison pretty sad creations forcing you back into the kitchen to try again
One day itrsquos cutting out names from layers of chocolate the next itrsquos squirting curls and swirls of rainbow colours or grating organic carrots for the rather awkward lsquohealthyrsquo version the carrot cupcake
Shops have adjusted their aisles to make way for endless shelves of specialised products in all ranges of sweetness and multicoloured cuteness shapes tools mixtures and machines It is a whole world of custom products which just keeps growing and changing and you need to keep up with it all or risk being hopelessly left behind There are pink-coloured cook books workshops websites self-help groups and neglected overweight children crying for something non-sweet for once
But then after all your attempts and when you finally think you have achieved perfection before you know it you make a complete fool of yourself by serving the wrong type of sweet and colourful titbits because a new trend has already arrived That really makes you feel like a macaroon
All Caked Out
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Winter solstice is an exciting time of year when we all start dreaming of more sun more light and more inspiration Continuing the gemstone theme I would like to draw your attention to the very lovely and sparkling sunstone also known as heliolite It is the official gemstone of the US state of Oregon which is a prime source for this beautiful gem The name heliolite is derived from the Greek lsquoheliosrsquo and lsquolithosrsquo which mean lsquosunrsquo and lsquostonersquo It was first discovered in Viking burial mounds but despite its long history is not found in abundance
Sunstone is metallic in appearance and comes in red orange or green colours However cleaner red sunstone is very rare and commands proper gemstone prices The stone is a composite of oligoclase feldspar which also contains hematite or goethite The presence of hematite or goethite gives the stone its ability to reflect light hence the name sunstone Sunstone is said to be an inspiration stone able to bestow freedom independence and happiness It also said to reduce fear alleviate stress and bring good luck in any game of chance This sparkly stone has a further use in healing and is believed to endow its wearers with enhanced self-healing powers Other properties
Shine
By Evelina Kvartunaite
ndash
lsquoDreaming of more sun more light and more inspirationrsquo
ndash
include stimulating the vegetative autonomic nervous system and enhancing the harmonious functioning of all the bodyrsquos organs It is also quite helpful in cases of exhaustion due to lack of sleep
The gemstone is used to treat chronic sore throats and relieves pain caused by stomach ulcers It has proved successful in alleviating Seasonal Affective Disorder (or SAD) and is also known for relieving cartilage problems rheumatism and general aches and pains Sunstone helps in dealing with depression and frees its wearers from feelings of discrimination and failure as well as from perceptions of an lsquoevil worldrsquo Sunstone increases a personrsquos sense of self-esteem and self-worth
Sunstone is particularly beneficial when used in sunshine or sunlight It brings abundance to a personrsquos life and transforms negative energy into positive energy
If you have any other helpful tips you would like to share please let me know at evelinakvartunaiteconsultancymarketmediacom
76health amp well-being
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lsquoBestow freedom independence and happinessrsquo
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lsquoIt has proved successful in alleviating Seasonal Affective
Disorderrsquo
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77health amp well-being
world this lsquotrickeryrsquo has moved online With todayrsquos short attention spans the potential to draw users to a website and retain them is a crucial skill which is rewarded by the revenue that can be generated based on how long a user stays on a website Link-baiting should have been foreseen since it is inevitable
Every click on a website is a revenue-generating moment in terms of advertising The amount of adverts to which you can expose an online user as they click to and through your website is the currency used to determine whether an advertising agency spends its budget on one publication over another Real journalism and insightful opinions once drove online traffic for web publications but link-baiting is now seriously derailing this approach
Most of the time the story behind the sensational link does not live up to expectations A typical example of this can be found in the online edition of the Watford Observer on Tuesday 31 July 2012 The link-bait read ldquoCameron Diaz vows to kick drug habit with help of stepdadrdquo However following the link or falling for the bait led to the underwhelming story ldquoDrug user Cameron Diaz of Broomfield Rise Abbots Langley has sworn to clean up his act with the help of his stepfatherrdquo Although the story was factually correct the intention of the publication was to trick the
One of my previous articles described how online technology publications are subverting reality by not correctly echoing the sentiments of the consuming public Part of the cause of this is that usually in a bid to counter the majority of lacklustre stories floating around they subvert reality to make it more interesting How many non-geeks really care about the advantages of modelling parallelism on serial programs with the Intelreg Advisor XE Itrsquos certainly not a typically newsworthy story
As a result an annoying phenomenon has slowly been building momentum This is now quite evident all over the internet and is destroying good journalism The phenomenon is called Link-baiting Our trustworthy source of internet knowledge describes Link-bait(ing) as anything ldquointeresting enough to catch peoplersquos attentionrdquo (httpenwikipediaorgwikiLink_bait)
Link-baiting is synonymous with the sensational cover stories used on the front of magazines to entice people walking past to pick up the magazines and delve into them As with most things from the print
No news is good news
lsquoQuite evident all over the internet and is destroying good
journalismrsquo
By Simon Owusu
technology
TechBit Sio-Bytes
78
provider in America to the tune of US$ 400 million The initial story broke on the PRWEB website and the majority of online publications regurgitated the story with no additional insights such as the implications of such a deal which real journalism would call for None of them bothered to check the sources or the credibility of the story Millions of revenue-generating clicks later the more seasoned online publications such as CNN AllThings D and CNET broke the bigger story that the press release was fake and that both Google and ICOA Wireless had denied the story In a rush to break the story the first rule of journalism was contravened lsquoAlways check your sourcesrsquo
Given the transient nature of any false news stories posted on the internet these days the story quickly disappeared from most of the offending publications and today you will be hard pressed to find any mention of this slip-up The Sentinel we like to think always brings you the truth albeit typed on an iPad Mini so donrsquot count on us to follow such faulty phenomena and trends
online user into clicking on it due to the coincidental name-sharing of the Abbots Langley Cameron Diaz with the famous American actress Every link clicked demonstrates the potential for advertisers to reach larger audiences and generate revenue for the online publications
From the same school as link-baiting comes the phenomenon of lsquofirst past the postrsquo journalism within the advertising-driven online publication world In this type of journalism emphasis is placed on being first to publish or break a news story Online publications that are first to break a news story attract a high amount of traffic (which translates into large revenues generated by advertising) since they are the only source of that particular information for a short space of time Online users have no choice but to visit that particular site if they wish to read the scoop The downside of this is that in a bid to be first to reap the advertising revenues frequently news stories are not properly checked for credibility On Monday 26 November 2012 nearly every online technology publication published the story of Google purchasing ICOA Wireless a Wi-Fi hot-spot
lsquoFrequently news stories are not properly checked for credibilityrsquo
lsquolsquoAlways check your sourcesrsquorsquo
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these people in business suits are rushing to check in their business cases Irsquom manoeuvring my 19-metre ski bag between them Strange looks and questions donrsquot surprise me anymore The looks whispers and questions Irsquove had while on trains from one place to the next or on the tram after going to the beach on my way to the indoor slope this summer On the one hand they made me feel like I was some strange creature from another planet but on the other they got me extra stoked up about what Irsquom doing
As I write this itrsquos a week after I checked in my bags and Irsquom sitting in my favourite coffee shop Cuppa Joersquos in Breckenridge Colorado Over the past five days Irsquove been getting up every morning at around 630 am and getting out at around 800am Anyone who knows me will probably raise an eyebrow at this When Irsquom working at home on my photos and stories for the White Freeski Magazine where Irsquom editor-in-chief or on freelance assignments my daily rhythm is completely the opposite But I guess thatrsquos the nice thing about jetlag
Itrsquos hard to describe the feeling of finally getting back
You know that feeling of bubbly excitement you get when you are getting ready to go and do something yoursquove been anticipating for a long long time It might be finally nailing that presentation to finish up university cooking a great dinner for friends or excitement about meeting up with someone
Getting my bags out from the basement after they had been collecting dust for the past eight months prompted those feelings to rush through my veins once again Even though I donrsquot mind being home going to the beach and rehabbing my knee and visiting friends in different countries over the summer all this has taken place in the city and Irsquove been missing the mountains terribly As Irsquom getting my bags out it makes me realise that it really is almost time for me to click into my skis again and breathe in the fresh mountain air
After packing it was finally time to get on my flight to Denver Colorado on Monday morning While all
white outBubbles of Excitement
By Ananda van Welij
Just another girl from a country without mountains addicted to snow
lsquoGo and do something yoursquove been anticipating for a long long timersquo
82sport
have ahead of me this winter Looking forward again instead of being bummed I try to focus on the bright side like I did while I was stuck at home rehabbing and walking on crutches Trying to be inspired by what I see around me and what others do and have instead of being frustrated by it
It makes me wonder about just working and meeting up with friends at home I know I have a privileged life as Irsquom sitting here but isnrsquot this something we all experience in our daily lives It can be hard to sit down let go of the frustration sadness and problems and look forward Itrsquos not always possible to do it overnight but I think that just trying makes you feel better and in the end it allows you to bubble with excitement again no matter if itrsquos for a day of skiing or for finishing that project
My new mission for this season is to stay positive and draw inspiration from the people and things around me Irsquoll let you know how Irsquom doing in three weeksrsquo time
onto my skis after being out for eight months due to a torn MCL Cruising down the hill feeling and hearing the snow crunch under my feet It might sound strange to you but to me itrsquos a special sort of magic I guess it has something to do with the dopamine your body makes while having a great rush of excitement Although Irsquom pretty tired right now and taking a day off from skiing just walking outside and knowing that I can go up the hill any moment I like makes me feel better
Being so excited to be back on the snow after an injury also has a downside It comes in the form of having to hold myself back Since my injury I havenrsquot been jumping or doing any crazy tricks Itrsquos hard seeing all my friends jump and having fun in the park knowing I really shouldnrsquot do any of that stuff yet My mind is screaming ldquoYou can do that toordquo But Irsquom scared of a repeat injury brought on by pushing myself too hard too fast I have to force myself to sit down talk to my friends and listen to their stories of having fun while being genuinely happy for them To enjoy the sun instead of freaking myself out eat some good food have a good laugh and think of all the fun trips I
lsquoExtra stoked up about what Irsquom doingrsquo
lsquoTo me itrsquos a special sort of magicrsquo
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We have reached the point of the season when the outstanding manager of the first half has his team profiled and receives a pat on the back An overall lead at Xmas more often than not means that the team has peaked during the first half of the season before going on to show signs of weakness This season unusually we have a manager who has led strongly from the very early weeks but who still has a full supply of substitutes in reserve This bodes ill for the other managers as even though he has been professionally hunted down to the point that his lead is now meagre (or even gone by the time this is published) Steven Fockema still holds all the aces given that his reserves remain intact while the chasersrsquo have been used up to varying degrees
Daft3Punks
GK Tim Krul (newcastle United) 25m ndash Out injured from the beginning of September until the end of November No proper form assessment possible so far this season and his team are in apparent gradual creep towards the relegation zone Rating 825
deF Jose enrique (Liverpool) 35m ndash At a work-in-progress team Now playing regularly as a midfielder and showing positive form Rating 85
deF daniel Agger (Liverpool) 4m ndash Still more bluster and posing than glory Rating 825
deF Winston Reid (West Ham) 1m ndash Doing New Zealand proud in the Premier League at his price West Ham may not secure a greater number of clean sheets in the second half of the season however Rating 80
deF Jan Vertonghen (Tottenham Hotspur) 45m ndash Handsome driving Belgian vanilla One of the stars of the season thus far Rating 90
mId Gareth Bale (Tottenham Hotspur) 55m ndash The most impressive individual player in the current Premier League Rating 915
mId michu (Swansea city) 2m ndash Incredible value at his price A natural goal-scorer extraordinaire who also gets around and shows versatility Rating 90
mId Yaya Toure (manchester city) 45m ndash Nowhere close to his form of the previous season even if that can change in the second half of this one Rating 850
FWd Fabio Borini (Liverpool) 3m ndash Tipped here to eventually do well but long-term injury befell him just at the time he was settling into his new team and system Rating 80
FWd olivier Giroud (Arsenal) 45m ndash Has been nudging levels above average of late Rating 850
FWd Papiss cisse (newcastle United) 5m ndash Another player showing an astonishing fall from the excellence of the final third of the previous season Newcastle United appear to need re-styling quickly Rating 825
overall rating 9340 (max 100)
The New Year will only bring fireworks given the keen match-up between FFG-CL managers
By Denson Pierre
The Gold Room
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Wintry Wonders
ndashlsquoThe sturdy weather-defying people we arersquo
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Wintry Wonders
By Sam van Dam
In recent years Amsterdam has been blessed or cursed depending on your point of view by regular snowfall in the winter to spring period It still feels like a bit of a novelty given that we usually experience a grey rainy mess around Christmas time instead of a white blanket With snow becoming a regular but still novel visitor to our beloved city and country our reactions to it cover the full range of emotions from childlike joy that makes us look up into the sky with our tongue sticking out to catch some of the little fluffy flakes followed by a frantic run to the attic to find those old ice-skates among all the rubble to angry fist-shaking at the heavens followed by a desperate soul-crushing ldquoNoooooordquo usually from those who own a car and have to start their day with some hand-numbing ice removal from the frozen windows of their vehicles not to mention the inevitable traffic jams
ndashlsquoNegotiate your steel horse through piles of ice and snow covering every surfacersquo
perspectives21
ndashlsquoAn iced-over surface is the natural enemy of anything moving across itrsquo
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clouds Going by the sheer number of mangled locals hauled off to hospital emergency rooms each January it often seems like we forget everything wersquove learned in previous winters or we simply enjoy kissing the cold asphalt while the bike chain wraps itself around our cold stiffened necks No other explanation makes sense The safest advice is to stay inside until the worst is over but since most of us need to go out and make a living or at least visit the shops to stock up on hot chocolate and whipped cream for those long dark evenings by the fireplace hibernation is sadly not an option Luckily the periods of time when we have to deal with ice and snow are usually short lived and there is always the alternative of the public transport system for those who donrsquot dare to confront the frozen world wheel-on And of course there is one thing that unites all of us in a feverish winter dream and makes us forget all the downsides of the cold season the thought that we might be able to ice-skate on the canals rivers and waterways of our lovely little country There is a magic word that we only dare to whisper for fear that once itrsquos spoken out loud the temperature will rise instantly so Irsquom going to write it in tiny letters only Elfstedentocht (Eleven city tour) This ice-skating race of over 200 kilometres through the beautiful frozen Frisian landscape is the pinnacle of winter wonderland fun for the entire family We were last able to enjoy this mysterious and elusive pleasure in 1997 so wish us luck and hopefully this season we can live the dream again May the winter gods be with us
Being the sturdy weather-defying people we are it does not bother us much to hop on our bikes and face the white landscape But there are a few things to consider before throwing yourself into a winter storm trying to negotiate your steel horse through piles of ice and snow covering every surface Make sure to dress properly ndash itrsquos best to wear several layers of clothing which allows the air trapped in between to warm up and keep you comfortable The outer layer should really be waterproof as snow can become rain in an instant here and you donrsquot want to be stuck in a woollen jacket that will freeze solid and cover you with an icy crust when the wind turns in your direction A nice thick hat and gloves are mandatory the head being the area of your body from which most heat exits and you donrsquot want to let that happen Keep it under wraps to ensure proper brain activity and intact ears even if yoursquore caught out in one of those mini-blizzards that can just pop up out of nowhere Once yoursquore all bundled up and ready for the ride there is of course the small issue of the streets being completely covered in icy sludge the kind that has created wrinkles of despair and fear across the foreheads of generations of Dutch men and women An iced-over surface is the natural enemy of anything moving across it and especially those with only two wheels which have a natural tendency to fall over when not held in check by the trained thighs of a road warrior It is highly advisable to ride slowly and carefully keeping an eye on the road ahead of you for frozen patches These can usually be easily identified by the number of falling bodies and crashing bikes of those who seem to think that gravity is suspended once the fluffy stuff starts drifting down from the
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A Russian bears a Chinese panda
Moscow
Once a year I take a foreign holiday and every time I want it to be something special In order to experience the gorgeous Chinese culture and to faint at the sight of enormous skyscrapers in November 2012 I departed Moscow for Hong Kong I wanted my trip to include cultural aspects be affordable and bring something new into my life Looking back I am happy to say that my holiday completely satisfied all these criteria
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By Tatiana Igumensheva
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lsquoA casino which is often the only purpose for visiting Macau especially for people from mainland China and
Hong Kongrsquo
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Macau
Having landed in Honk Kong I took a ferry to Macau which is not as large as its nickname the lsquoAsian Las Vegasrsquo suggests It took me just a day to complete my sightseeing and another to buy souvenirs The only place I omitted from my explorations was a casino which is often the only purpose for visiting Macau especially for people from mainland China and Hong Kong Temples natas (exquisite tarts) Portuguese architecture from the 19th century alongside huge skyscrapers this is the Macau I will remember It is very clean and most museums and temples do not charge for admission I enjoyed the Mandarinrsquos House most of all ndash a great example of home and everyday life habits Jesuit temples are gorgeous as well as the fortress with its lighthouse and of course Macaursquos most famous landmark the ruins of St Paulrsquos cathedral
Macau is a former Portuguese colony and if this one is anything to go by this is something the Portuguese were great at The old city centre has the atmosphere of a small tranquil town ndash very safe and friendly ndash which is exactly what it is both Macau and Hong Kong are probably the two safest places in the world The only thing that was a constant worry was the fact that Macau (and Hong Kong) has no open spaces at all The roads just keep going up and down up and downhellip
Good cardio exercise though I went through it for two days in Macau and then continued my hiking in Hong Kong
Hong Kong
Signs of British colonialism in Hong Kong are noticeable by their absence It was all destroyed in order to make use of every square metre An absence of land has made Hong Kong a temple to skyscrapers and the Chinese appear to have mastered this art perfectly
The first place to see is surely The Peak however Even if you are hysterically afraid of heights you simply must go there This is one view you will never forget Visit it at least twice ndash in the afternoon and in the evening ndash and you will see two different cities below Then take a walk through the central area The way the buildings almost literally scrape the sky excites me every time I look up ndash itlsquos amazing By the way despite being such a technological nation the local Chinese care about the environment in all aspects of their lives They are fond of trees even in a small city-centre park so they can take a little rest on their way to work and they really seem to care about nature There are huge penalties for littering smoking in prohibited areas and great attention to recycling Hong Kong is a city that cares ndash thatrsquos my first impression
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lsquoAn absence of land has made Hong Kong a temple to skyscrapersrsquo
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Another thought I had about all of this progress around me is that being such a progressive society the local Chinese never stopped to become fundamentally religious There are many temples and statues so many religions live together in this peaceful place That was a completely new lifestyle experience for me skyscrapers happily standing alongside all sorts of religious buildings Maybe thatrsquos what freedom of faith is all about
If you manage to get there try to visit all the places described in the tourist guidebooks They are really worth seeing Hong Kong residents spend their weekends visiting these places themselves Ocean Park Big Buddha Mid-levels the Avenue of Stars Hong Kong Park the Botanical and Zoological Gardenshellip I enjoyed all of them greatly
However what struck me the most was the people Forever smiling kind and always helpful Talking to them was a pleasure And some of them cook such delicious dishes that I was ready to eat the plate By the way do not forget that Hong Kong is the capital of international cuisine ndash so try everything Except for Borsch (some restaurants offer it) with which I still believe it is better to get acquainted in Russia or Ukraine All sorts of noodles rice and dumplings are
available here I tried Vietnamese Indian and Hong Kong cuisine and I cannot say which I like morehellip So Hong Kong is a wonderful opportunity to try everything
One last bit of advice if you can afford it take a hotel room with harbour view which will pay you back with interest My harbour-view hotel room suited me perfectly When I was tired of walking I went to my room had a glass of wine watched the lights shimmering on the other side of harbour and was completely happy
I am just reaching the end of my holiday taking a rest in my room and feeling really jealous of anyone about to visit Hong Kong for the first time You are going to enjoy so many exciting emotionshellip
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lsquoThe local Chinese care about the environment in all aspects of their livesrsquo
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lsquoHong Kong is a city that caresrsquo
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lsquoHong Kong is the capital of international cuisine ndash so try everythingrsquo
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Silent nights
Winter nights are well suited to staying indoors in the warmth especially after dark Not everyone is a lowland bear however and most of us need thoughtful stimulation to keep smiling through cold nights spent away from living quarters Luckily for Amsterdammers who pay attention from time to time extremely interesting and creative happenings are staged at a price anyone can afford The idea is simple tour the lights of lsquoNew Cityrsquo Amsterdam at night spending a couple of hours on a sturdy comfortable and warm (enclosed) historical craft The city falls silent as soon as you leave the pier and the transformation is complete when the city becomes simply unrecognisable with its flat lines interrupted by a few high-rising buildings shimmering back at you Some things in Amsterdam remain refreshingly surprising even to its well-cured darlings Not much beats having couple glasses of wine while splashing across the IJsselmeer and struggling to figure out which section of the city you are gazing upon through the silence of an icy night
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The Sentinel took up the enthusiastic invitation from the people of the annually occurring Dutch-Lithuanian art event on December 1 The Dutch aspect of the event day and night together with the displayed art was not particularly significant in this case however given that it was one of the more complete cultural cuisine musical and heartily drinking events that the recent European Union arrivalrsquos creative set could conjure with the help of their foreign desk and local culture funds A well produced and expansive programme could be sampled and lightning insight garnered into the culture and artistic impressions of a pearl of Baltic civilisation Vilnius met Amsterdam It just may be time for this e-zine to delve even deeper into Lithuania
See wwwltartnl
Iron Wolves
By Denson Pierre
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MechelenAuthentic and full of surprises Thatrsquos Mechelen Hospitable and honourable Thatrsquos the people of Mechelen Come and experience the cityrsquos urban charms for yourself Mechelen
Authentic and full of surprises Thatrsquos Mechelen Hospitable and honourable Thatrsquos the people of Mechelen Come and experience the cityrsquos urban charms for yourself
photography copy Layla Aerts
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CafeacuteBar Review Batavia 1920
lsquoClassic bar art embraces you as you enterrsquo
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Batavia 1920Prins Hendrikkade 85 1012 AE Amsterdam
It is always handy to know of a wholesome cafeacutebar that ticks all the boxes even if it happens to be located at the busiest point of the old city (obliquely opposite Central Station) Over the course of the different seasons I managed to assess this fine establishment which serves as another reminder of what good honest bars are all about There is still quality available in Amsterdam
AmbianceThoughtful solid furniture easy lighting and classic bar art embraces you as you enter With a chess club professional dart board regular parties and borrels the vibe ranges daily from mellow to vibrant Rating 5
StaffregularsOn my most recent visit I had the pleasure of Elizabeth and Jamie leading the service but staff members are always experienced service is quick and drinks are de-livered with fresh smiles whoever happens to be work-ing The regulars are plentiful and the bar emanates the energy of a good professional lsquoIrishrsquo bar attracting an eclectic international mix to this super-central location It is a perfect meeting point for friends from any cardi-nal direction with the national transportation hub being literally just across the road Rating 5
Televised sportAmple flat screens and channels Rating 4
PricesIn general the prices are standard Central Amsterdam levels which is sadly typical of grand cafeacutes in this post-code area What works in Bataviarsquos favour is that it has an above-average selection of lsquoBelgian beautiesrsquo (beer) on offer Given the advised dosage having two or three should not leave you broke or broken The kitchen also has quite a strong reputation for above-average pub fare The Sunday roast dinner is especially popular and keeps folk who like that sort of thing coming back as often as they can afford it Rating 3
MusicGenuinely diverse popular and world music from a crisp-sounding digital sound system and staff members seem to have cool taste in music Rating 5
Smoking area provisionThere is a large smoking room on the lower level Sim-ple and ingenious air-conditioning allows you to spend your full upstairs session there without the sense of be-ing fumigated If you were not told about the smoking area below you would not know there was one Rating 5
Total rating 2730(Ratings from 1-5 where 1 = Very poor and 5 = Excel-lent)
By Denson Pierre
lsquoA perfect meeting point for friends from any cardinal directionrsquo
cafebar review6
1
lsquoIt has an above-average selection of lsquoBelgian beautiesrsquorsquo
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lsquoStaff members seem to have cool taste in musicrsquo
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Day segments and ratesPR 0800-1230hrs AG 1330-1630hrs UE 1730-2130hrsAll sessions are priced at u 25 per single adult Group size upper limit = 8 Accompanied children under the age of five are gratis and school aged children pay 25 Family package rates are negotiable
ContactJaroslav Cernosek+420 602 228 797Mail jcernosekcentrumcz
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JC Tours
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star beer guide
The SentinelStar beer guide
lsquoFind the better bars serving it at the right price in the New Yearrsquo
Clever marketing and an effective pricing campaign has led to this A-class standard-bearing blonde becoming one of the most easily found lsquorealrsquo beers in Amsterdam cafeacutes and bars With its distinctive charisma and fresh fruity taste it sits just on the edge in terms of strength and only the brave and seasoned can be found using it as a session beer Prices across Amsterdam for the same Trappist-glass measure can range dramatically from euro 250 to euro 425 per glass so there is fun to be had trying to find the better bars serving it at the right price in the New Year Your search will be rewarded by this cool classic
Grimbergen Blonde is brewed by Alken-Maes Alken Belgium
By Denson Pierre
GRIMBERGEN BLONDE (67 ABV)
67star beer guide
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BRING BACK
A substantial amount of the culture on mainland Europe revolves around platinum-standard beer of various descriptions and fl avours being easily available Amsterdam is not lacking in cafeacutes bars off licences supermarkets and online outlets stocking truly great beers available either immediately or within 24 hours With the growing popularity of high-yeast and high alcohol by volume brands how these drinks are served is a cause for concern however
Led by the Belgians and French the art of designing a glass that refl ects the individual quality of the liquid experience within is among these productsrsquo most out-standing features after their fl avour and power to in-toxicate Any beer of decent repute has its own glass in which it is intended to be served This always takes the form and size of a sensible measure to ensure a taste experience at the correct temperature and allow people to enjoy the evoked sensations before fi nding them-selves suddenly and blindingly drunk What we now often fi nd in tourist-pressed Amsterdam are these lsquoreal beersrsquo being off ered and served to ignorant punters in pint (or half-litre) measures leading to people becom-ing drunk at speed and destroying the overall aesthetic of lsquobeering itrsquo with style
The Sentinel says bring back the serving of high-alco-hol-content drinks in appropriate measures and if pos-sible in the glasses especially designed for the purpose This would be desirable for all manner of reasons not least health and safety Barkeepers can be educators too and it shouldnrsquot be too diffi cult to persuade tourists (usually German British and Irish) who represent the majority of volume drinkers in the cityrsquos more desirable watering holes It is foolish greedy and uncouth to con-sume high-alcohol beverages in such volumes and not expect to end up senselessly drunk and ultimately spoil the whole experience Volume drinkers should simply be directed to the lsquopiss waterrsquo beers of which there are many to satiate their needs and leave the quality beer tours for when they have educated themselves in the culture and manner of consumption that ensures maxi-mum pleasure and above all style
By Denson Pierre
STYLED BEER GLASSES
69amsterdam city life
We find the best most fun most typical exciting or local favourite restaurants etcetera in Amsterdam and bring them to you an easy way to feel like a local
Het Compagnie Theater Amsterdam 12122012
Recommended
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EUROGIFTSXenonweg 9 3812 SZ Amersfoort
Tel 033 - 454 35 75 - Fax 033 - 454 35 79E-mail lmproefeurogiftsnl
Website wwweurogiftsnl
FILMPROEF
ORDERNUMMER 6021022ARTIKELNUMMER 65123
Ware grootte (indien uitgeprint)Kleur opdruk Wit
Mulligans Irish Music BarAmsterdamrsquos best address for live Irish music Five (5) nights a week Check our agenda for upcoming sessions
Cafeacute KostverlorenCafeacute Kostverloren is a contemporary cafe offering the cosiness of a saloon an open kitchen and the intimacy of a living room During summer there is a large sunny terrace and during winter an open fi replace
VibesVibes is a relaxing cafecocktail bar art gallery with a large selection of coffees herbal teas homemade cakes and an amazing card of cocktails made with fresh fruit by a professional cocktail bartenderEnjoy our Italian kitchen in a cosy and friendly atmosphere
IncantoIncanto is a restaurant with a classic Italian kitchen Venetian chef Simone Ambrosin is known for his pure and simple style of cooking with feeling for nuance The wine list contains over 150 Italian wines
Planet RosePlanet Rose is the fi rst Caribbean restaurant in the Netherlands which specializes in Jamaican cuisine The menu features a daily changing selection of JamaicanCaribbean dishes and they ensure that you enjoy the whole expe-rience while dining with them
Cafe TisfrisCafe Tisfris is recognisable for its landmarks funky pillars and terrace Tisfris offers a friendly service and is a great pit stop for ldquoyummyrdquo refreshments
Cafe restaurant EdelCafe restaurant Edel is the perfect place for lunch dinner or to simply enjoy a drink Edel is a unique place in Amsterdam
Cafeacute OportoCafeacute Oporto is a traditional Amsterdam lsquobrown cafersquo Welcoming tourists and regular customers alike they offer televised sports wireless internet connection and a wide range of reasonably priced beers and spirits
Connoisseurs Delight Fun Drinking amp MusicTo Be Seen and Tasted
To Be Seen and Tasted
Fun Drinking amp Music
Connoisseurs Delight
Connoisseurs Delight
To Be Seen and Tasted
Neighbourhood cosy
Opera Prima - Patisserie Bistro TraiteurThe best place in town for lunch exquisite high teas or brunches and all of your luxury catering both private and corporate
Kinkerstraat 228 Amsterdamwwwoperaprimanl
St Antoniebreestraat 142 Amsterdamwwwtisfrisnl
Postjesweg 1 1057 DT Amsterdamwwwedelamsterdamnl
Zoutsteeg 1 1012 LX Amsterdamwwwcafeoportonethome
Amstel 100 1017 AC Amsterdamwwwmulligansnl
2e Kostverlorenkade 70 Amsterdamwwwcafekostverlorennl
Jan Pieter Heijestraat 137 Amsterdamwwwwixcomvibes137vibes
Amstel 2 Amsterdamwwwrestaurant-incantonl
Nicolaas Beetsstraat 47 Amsterdamwwwplanetroseinfo
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Where is this inAmsterdam
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Room 2cfilm
This is the one that will make you pause James Stewart one of my top ten actors of all time plays a businessman fighting to keep his life and family together while everything is crashing down around him In steps an lsquoangelrsquo to try and convince him that life is not as bad as it seems and that other people would be a lot worse off without him Probably the highest rated film Irsquove ever reviewed and one of the most Christmas-delicious I know
Could you walk 2400 kilometres while being pursued with little more than a longing to return to your homeland and mother to keep you and your dependant companions going Would you do this twice This utterly moving film highlights the true-life Australian apartheid practices of the twentieth century and the trauma it caused to native Australians The barren landscapes provide the perfect backdrop for compelling cinema-tography and its dryness will be irrigated by your tears
By David King
By dpmotions
Itrsquos a Wonderful Life (1946)
Rabbit-Proof Fence (2002)
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74trends
lsquoFacebook in particular is responsible for exacerbating unspoken competitivenessrsquo
By Dirkje Bakker-Pierre
Trends in the food industry are moving faster than lightning and are harder and harder to keep up with When you are all geared up to create your own artsy cupcakes all of a sudden cupcakes are out and macaroons are the flavour of the day
Sweat dripping and cheeks burning with stress levels going through the roof women all around the country have been toiling night and day to create just the right pimped-up cakes (completely covered in layers of pink and red marzipan tiny silver sugar balls and rose petals made from feather-light sugar) which look like they come from one of the newly popped-up cupcake shops Facebook in particular is responsible for exacerbating unspoken competitiveness due to images being posted of better looking and prettier cakes just after you posted your own in comparison pretty sad creations forcing you back into the kitchen to try again
One day itrsquos cutting out names from layers of chocolate the next itrsquos squirting curls and swirls of rainbow colours or grating organic carrots for the rather awkward lsquohealthyrsquo version the carrot cupcake
Shops have adjusted their aisles to make way for endless shelves of specialised products in all ranges of sweetness and multicoloured cuteness shapes tools mixtures and machines It is a whole world of custom products which just keeps growing and changing and you need to keep up with it all or risk being hopelessly left behind There are pink-coloured cook books workshops websites self-help groups and neglected overweight children crying for something non-sweet for once
But then after all your attempts and when you finally think you have achieved perfection before you know it you make a complete fool of yourself by serving the wrong type of sweet and colourful titbits because a new trend has already arrived That really makes you feel like a macaroon
All Caked Out
75trends
Winter solstice is an exciting time of year when we all start dreaming of more sun more light and more inspiration Continuing the gemstone theme I would like to draw your attention to the very lovely and sparkling sunstone also known as heliolite It is the official gemstone of the US state of Oregon which is a prime source for this beautiful gem The name heliolite is derived from the Greek lsquoheliosrsquo and lsquolithosrsquo which mean lsquosunrsquo and lsquostonersquo It was first discovered in Viking burial mounds but despite its long history is not found in abundance
Sunstone is metallic in appearance and comes in red orange or green colours However cleaner red sunstone is very rare and commands proper gemstone prices The stone is a composite of oligoclase feldspar which also contains hematite or goethite The presence of hematite or goethite gives the stone its ability to reflect light hence the name sunstone Sunstone is said to be an inspiration stone able to bestow freedom independence and happiness It also said to reduce fear alleviate stress and bring good luck in any game of chance This sparkly stone has a further use in healing and is believed to endow its wearers with enhanced self-healing powers Other properties
Shine
By Evelina Kvartunaite
ndash
lsquoDreaming of more sun more light and more inspirationrsquo
ndash
include stimulating the vegetative autonomic nervous system and enhancing the harmonious functioning of all the bodyrsquos organs It is also quite helpful in cases of exhaustion due to lack of sleep
The gemstone is used to treat chronic sore throats and relieves pain caused by stomach ulcers It has proved successful in alleviating Seasonal Affective Disorder (or SAD) and is also known for relieving cartilage problems rheumatism and general aches and pains Sunstone helps in dealing with depression and frees its wearers from feelings of discrimination and failure as well as from perceptions of an lsquoevil worldrsquo Sunstone increases a personrsquos sense of self-esteem and self-worth
Sunstone is particularly beneficial when used in sunshine or sunlight It brings abundance to a personrsquos life and transforms negative energy into positive energy
If you have any other helpful tips you would like to share please let me know at evelinakvartunaiteconsultancymarketmediacom
76health amp well-being
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lsquoBestow freedom independence and happinessrsquo
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lsquoIt has proved successful in alleviating Seasonal Affective
Disorderrsquo
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77health amp well-being
world this lsquotrickeryrsquo has moved online With todayrsquos short attention spans the potential to draw users to a website and retain them is a crucial skill which is rewarded by the revenue that can be generated based on how long a user stays on a website Link-baiting should have been foreseen since it is inevitable
Every click on a website is a revenue-generating moment in terms of advertising The amount of adverts to which you can expose an online user as they click to and through your website is the currency used to determine whether an advertising agency spends its budget on one publication over another Real journalism and insightful opinions once drove online traffic for web publications but link-baiting is now seriously derailing this approach
Most of the time the story behind the sensational link does not live up to expectations A typical example of this can be found in the online edition of the Watford Observer on Tuesday 31 July 2012 The link-bait read ldquoCameron Diaz vows to kick drug habit with help of stepdadrdquo However following the link or falling for the bait led to the underwhelming story ldquoDrug user Cameron Diaz of Broomfield Rise Abbots Langley has sworn to clean up his act with the help of his stepfatherrdquo Although the story was factually correct the intention of the publication was to trick the
One of my previous articles described how online technology publications are subverting reality by not correctly echoing the sentiments of the consuming public Part of the cause of this is that usually in a bid to counter the majority of lacklustre stories floating around they subvert reality to make it more interesting How many non-geeks really care about the advantages of modelling parallelism on serial programs with the Intelreg Advisor XE Itrsquos certainly not a typically newsworthy story
As a result an annoying phenomenon has slowly been building momentum This is now quite evident all over the internet and is destroying good journalism The phenomenon is called Link-baiting Our trustworthy source of internet knowledge describes Link-bait(ing) as anything ldquointeresting enough to catch peoplersquos attentionrdquo (httpenwikipediaorgwikiLink_bait)
Link-baiting is synonymous with the sensational cover stories used on the front of magazines to entice people walking past to pick up the magazines and delve into them As with most things from the print
No news is good news
lsquoQuite evident all over the internet and is destroying good
journalismrsquo
By Simon Owusu
technology
TechBit Sio-Bytes
78
provider in America to the tune of US$ 400 million The initial story broke on the PRWEB website and the majority of online publications regurgitated the story with no additional insights such as the implications of such a deal which real journalism would call for None of them bothered to check the sources or the credibility of the story Millions of revenue-generating clicks later the more seasoned online publications such as CNN AllThings D and CNET broke the bigger story that the press release was fake and that both Google and ICOA Wireless had denied the story In a rush to break the story the first rule of journalism was contravened lsquoAlways check your sourcesrsquo
Given the transient nature of any false news stories posted on the internet these days the story quickly disappeared from most of the offending publications and today you will be hard pressed to find any mention of this slip-up The Sentinel we like to think always brings you the truth albeit typed on an iPad Mini so donrsquot count on us to follow such faulty phenomena and trends
online user into clicking on it due to the coincidental name-sharing of the Abbots Langley Cameron Diaz with the famous American actress Every link clicked demonstrates the potential for advertisers to reach larger audiences and generate revenue for the online publications
From the same school as link-baiting comes the phenomenon of lsquofirst past the postrsquo journalism within the advertising-driven online publication world In this type of journalism emphasis is placed on being first to publish or break a news story Online publications that are first to break a news story attract a high amount of traffic (which translates into large revenues generated by advertising) since they are the only source of that particular information for a short space of time Online users have no choice but to visit that particular site if they wish to read the scoop The downside of this is that in a bid to be first to reap the advertising revenues frequently news stories are not properly checked for credibility On Monday 26 November 2012 nearly every online technology publication published the story of Google purchasing ICOA Wireless a Wi-Fi hot-spot
lsquoFrequently news stories are not properly checked for credibilityrsquo
lsquolsquoAlways check your sourcesrsquorsquo
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these people in business suits are rushing to check in their business cases Irsquom manoeuvring my 19-metre ski bag between them Strange looks and questions donrsquot surprise me anymore The looks whispers and questions Irsquove had while on trains from one place to the next or on the tram after going to the beach on my way to the indoor slope this summer On the one hand they made me feel like I was some strange creature from another planet but on the other they got me extra stoked up about what Irsquom doing
As I write this itrsquos a week after I checked in my bags and Irsquom sitting in my favourite coffee shop Cuppa Joersquos in Breckenridge Colorado Over the past five days Irsquove been getting up every morning at around 630 am and getting out at around 800am Anyone who knows me will probably raise an eyebrow at this When Irsquom working at home on my photos and stories for the White Freeski Magazine where Irsquom editor-in-chief or on freelance assignments my daily rhythm is completely the opposite But I guess thatrsquos the nice thing about jetlag
Itrsquos hard to describe the feeling of finally getting back
You know that feeling of bubbly excitement you get when you are getting ready to go and do something yoursquove been anticipating for a long long time It might be finally nailing that presentation to finish up university cooking a great dinner for friends or excitement about meeting up with someone
Getting my bags out from the basement after they had been collecting dust for the past eight months prompted those feelings to rush through my veins once again Even though I donrsquot mind being home going to the beach and rehabbing my knee and visiting friends in different countries over the summer all this has taken place in the city and Irsquove been missing the mountains terribly As Irsquom getting my bags out it makes me realise that it really is almost time for me to click into my skis again and breathe in the fresh mountain air
After packing it was finally time to get on my flight to Denver Colorado on Monday morning While all
white outBubbles of Excitement
By Ananda van Welij
Just another girl from a country without mountains addicted to snow
lsquoGo and do something yoursquove been anticipating for a long long timersquo
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have ahead of me this winter Looking forward again instead of being bummed I try to focus on the bright side like I did while I was stuck at home rehabbing and walking on crutches Trying to be inspired by what I see around me and what others do and have instead of being frustrated by it
It makes me wonder about just working and meeting up with friends at home I know I have a privileged life as Irsquom sitting here but isnrsquot this something we all experience in our daily lives It can be hard to sit down let go of the frustration sadness and problems and look forward Itrsquos not always possible to do it overnight but I think that just trying makes you feel better and in the end it allows you to bubble with excitement again no matter if itrsquos for a day of skiing or for finishing that project
My new mission for this season is to stay positive and draw inspiration from the people and things around me Irsquoll let you know how Irsquom doing in three weeksrsquo time
onto my skis after being out for eight months due to a torn MCL Cruising down the hill feeling and hearing the snow crunch under my feet It might sound strange to you but to me itrsquos a special sort of magic I guess it has something to do with the dopamine your body makes while having a great rush of excitement Although Irsquom pretty tired right now and taking a day off from skiing just walking outside and knowing that I can go up the hill any moment I like makes me feel better
Being so excited to be back on the snow after an injury also has a downside It comes in the form of having to hold myself back Since my injury I havenrsquot been jumping or doing any crazy tricks Itrsquos hard seeing all my friends jump and having fun in the park knowing I really shouldnrsquot do any of that stuff yet My mind is screaming ldquoYou can do that toordquo But Irsquom scared of a repeat injury brought on by pushing myself too hard too fast I have to force myself to sit down talk to my friends and listen to their stories of having fun while being genuinely happy for them To enjoy the sun instead of freaking myself out eat some good food have a good laugh and think of all the fun trips I
lsquoExtra stoked up about what Irsquom doingrsquo
lsquoTo me itrsquos a special sort of magicrsquo
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We have reached the point of the season when the outstanding manager of the first half has his team profiled and receives a pat on the back An overall lead at Xmas more often than not means that the team has peaked during the first half of the season before going on to show signs of weakness This season unusually we have a manager who has led strongly from the very early weeks but who still has a full supply of substitutes in reserve This bodes ill for the other managers as even though he has been professionally hunted down to the point that his lead is now meagre (or even gone by the time this is published) Steven Fockema still holds all the aces given that his reserves remain intact while the chasersrsquo have been used up to varying degrees
Daft3Punks
GK Tim Krul (newcastle United) 25m ndash Out injured from the beginning of September until the end of November No proper form assessment possible so far this season and his team are in apparent gradual creep towards the relegation zone Rating 825
deF Jose enrique (Liverpool) 35m ndash At a work-in-progress team Now playing regularly as a midfielder and showing positive form Rating 85
deF daniel Agger (Liverpool) 4m ndash Still more bluster and posing than glory Rating 825
deF Winston Reid (West Ham) 1m ndash Doing New Zealand proud in the Premier League at his price West Ham may not secure a greater number of clean sheets in the second half of the season however Rating 80
deF Jan Vertonghen (Tottenham Hotspur) 45m ndash Handsome driving Belgian vanilla One of the stars of the season thus far Rating 90
mId Gareth Bale (Tottenham Hotspur) 55m ndash The most impressive individual player in the current Premier League Rating 915
mId michu (Swansea city) 2m ndash Incredible value at his price A natural goal-scorer extraordinaire who also gets around and shows versatility Rating 90
mId Yaya Toure (manchester city) 45m ndash Nowhere close to his form of the previous season even if that can change in the second half of this one Rating 850
FWd Fabio Borini (Liverpool) 3m ndash Tipped here to eventually do well but long-term injury befell him just at the time he was settling into his new team and system Rating 80
FWd olivier Giroud (Arsenal) 45m ndash Has been nudging levels above average of late Rating 850
FWd Papiss cisse (newcastle United) 5m ndash Another player showing an astonishing fall from the excellence of the final third of the previous season Newcastle United appear to need re-styling quickly Rating 825
overall rating 9340 (max 100)
The New Year will only bring fireworks given the keen match-up between FFG-CL managers
By Denson Pierre
The Gold Room
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Wintry Wonders
ndashlsquoThe sturdy weather-defying people we arersquo
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Wintry Wonders
By Sam van Dam
In recent years Amsterdam has been blessed or cursed depending on your point of view by regular snowfall in the winter to spring period It still feels like a bit of a novelty given that we usually experience a grey rainy mess around Christmas time instead of a white blanket With snow becoming a regular but still novel visitor to our beloved city and country our reactions to it cover the full range of emotions from childlike joy that makes us look up into the sky with our tongue sticking out to catch some of the little fluffy flakes followed by a frantic run to the attic to find those old ice-skates among all the rubble to angry fist-shaking at the heavens followed by a desperate soul-crushing ldquoNoooooordquo usually from those who own a car and have to start their day with some hand-numbing ice removal from the frozen windows of their vehicles not to mention the inevitable traffic jams
ndashlsquoNegotiate your steel horse through piles of ice and snow covering every surfacersquo
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ndashlsquoAn iced-over surface is the natural enemy of anything moving across itrsquo
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clouds Going by the sheer number of mangled locals hauled off to hospital emergency rooms each January it often seems like we forget everything wersquove learned in previous winters or we simply enjoy kissing the cold asphalt while the bike chain wraps itself around our cold stiffened necks No other explanation makes sense The safest advice is to stay inside until the worst is over but since most of us need to go out and make a living or at least visit the shops to stock up on hot chocolate and whipped cream for those long dark evenings by the fireplace hibernation is sadly not an option Luckily the periods of time when we have to deal with ice and snow are usually short lived and there is always the alternative of the public transport system for those who donrsquot dare to confront the frozen world wheel-on And of course there is one thing that unites all of us in a feverish winter dream and makes us forget all the downsides of the cold season the thought that we might be able to ice-skate on the canals rivers and waterways of our lovely little country There is a magic word that we only dare to whisper for fear that once itrsquos spoken out loud the temperature will rise instantly so Irsquom going to write it in tiny letters only Elfstedentocht (Eleven city tour) This ice-skating race of over 200 kilometres through the beautiful frozen Frisian landscape is the pinnacle of winter wonderland fun for the entire family We were last able to enjoy this mysterious and elusive pleasure in 1997 so wish us luck and hopefully this season we can live the dream again May the winter gods be with us
Being the sturdy weather-defying people we are it does not bother us much to hop on our bikes and face the white landscape But there are a few things to consider before throwing yourself into a winter storm trying to negotiate your steel horse through piles of ice and snow covering every surface Make sure to dress properly ndash itrsquos best to wear several layers of clothing which allows the air trapped in between to warm up and keep you comfortable The outer layer should really be waterproof as snow can become rain in an instant here and you donrsquot want to be stuck in a woollen jacket that will freeze solid and cover you with an icy crust when the wind turns in your direction A nice thick hat and gloves are mandatory the head being the area of your body from which most heat exits and you donrsquot want to let that happen Keep it under wraps to ensure proper brain activity and intact ears even if yoursquore caught out in one of those mini-blizzards that can just pop up out of nowhere Once yoursquore all bundled up and ready for the ride there is of course the small issue of the streets being completely covered in icy sludge the kind that has created wrinkles of despair and fear across the foreheads of generations of Dutch men and women An iced-over surface is the natural enemy of anything moving across it and especially those with only two wheels which have a natural tendency to fall over when not held in check by the trained thighs of a road warrior It is highly advisable to ride slowly and carefully keeping an eye on the road ahead of you for frozen patches These can usually be easily identified by the number of falling bodies and crashing bikes of those who seem to think that gravity is suspended once the fluffy stuff starts drifting down from the
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A Russian bears a Chinese panda
Moscow
Once a year I take a foreign holiday and every time I want it to be something special In order to experience the gorgeous Chinese culture and to faint at the sight of enormous skyscrapers in November 2012 I departed Moscow for Hong Kong I wanted my trip to include cultural aspects be affordable and bring something new into my life Looking back I am happy to say that my holiday completely satisfied all these criteria
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By Tatiana Igumensheva
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lsquoA casino which is often the only purpose for visiting Macau especially for people from mainland China and
Hong Kongrsquo
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Macau
Having landed in Honk Kong I took a ferry to Macau which is not as large as its nickname the lsquoAsian Las Vegasrsquo suggests It took me just a day to complete my sightseeing and another to buy souvenirs The only place I omitted from my explorations was a casino which is often the only purpose for visiting Macau especially for people from mainland China and Hong Kong Temples natas (exquisite tarts) Portuguese architecture from the 19th century alongside huge skyscrapers this is the Macau I will remember It is very clean and most museums and temples do not charge for admission I enjoyed the Mandarinrsquos House most of all ndash a great example of home and everyday life habits Jesuit temples are gorgeous as well as the fortress with its lighthouse and of course Macaursquos most famous landmark the ruins of St Paulrsquos cathedral
Macau is a former Portuguese colony and if this one is anything to go by this is something the Portuguese were great at The old city centre has the atmosphere of a small tranquil town ndash very safe and friendly ndash which is exactly what it is both Macau and Hong Kong are probably the two safest places in the world The only thing that was a constant worry was the fact that Macau (and Hong Kong) has no open spaces at all The roads just keep going up and down up and downhellip
Good cardio exercise though I went through it for two days in Macau and then continued my hiking in Hong Kong
Hong Kong
Signs of British colonialism in Hong Kong are noticeable by their absence It was all destroyed in order to make use of every square metre An absence of land has made Hong Kong a temple to skyscrapers and the Chinese appear to have mastered this art perfectly
The first place to see is surely The Peak however Even if you are hysterically afraid of heights you simply must go there This is one view you will never forget Visit it at least twice ndash in the afternoon and in the evening ndash and you will see two different cities below Then take a walk through the central area The way the buildings almost literally scrape the sky excites me every time I look up ndash itlsquos amazing By the way despite being such a technological nation the local Chinese care about the environment in all aspects of their lives They are fond of trees even in a small city-centre park so they can take a little rest on their way to work and they really seem to care about nature There are huge penalties for littering smoking in prohibited areas and great attention to recycling Hong Kong is a city that cares ndash thatrsquos my first impression
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lsquoAn absence of land has made Hong Kong a temple to skyscrapersrsquo
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Another thought I had about all of this progress around me is that being such a progressive society the local Chinese never stopped to become fundamentally religious There are many temples and statues so many religions live together in this peaceful place That was a completely new lifestyle experience for me skyscrapers happily standing alongside all sorts of religious buildings Maybe thatrsquos what freedom of faith is all about
If you manage to get there try to visit all the places described in the tourist guidebooks They are really worth seeing Hong Kong residents spend their weekends visiting these places themselves Ocean Park Big Buddha Mid-levels the Avenue of Stars Hong Kong Park the Botanical and Zoological Gardenshellip I enjoyed all of them greatly
However what struck me the most was the people Forever smiling kind and always helpful Talking to them was a pleasure And some of them cook such delicious dishes that I was ready to eat the plate By the way do not forget that Hong Kong is the capital of international cuisine ndash so try everything Except for Borsch (some restaurants offer it) with which I still believe it is better to get acquainted in Russia or Ukraine All sorts of noodles rice and dumplings are
available here I tried Vietnamese Indian and Hong Kong cuisine and I cannot say which I like morehellip So Hong Kong is a wonderful opportunity to try everything
One last bit of advice if you can afford it take a hotel room with harbour view which will pay you back with interest My harbour-view hotel room suited me perfectly When I was tired of walking I went to my room had a glass of wine watched the lights shimmering on the other side of harbour and was completely happy
I am just reaching the end of my holiday taking a rest in my room and feeling really jealous of anyone about to visit Hong Kong for the first time You are going to enjoy so many exciting emotionshellip
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lsquoThe local Chinese care about the environment in all aspects of their livesrsquo
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lsquoHong Kong is a city that caresrsquo
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lsquoHong Kong is the capital of international cuisine ndash so try everythingrsquo
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Silent nights
Winter nights are well suited to staying indoors in the warmth especially after dark Not everyone is a lowland bear however and most of us need thoughtful stimulation to keep smiling through cold nights spent away from living quarters Luckily for Amsterdammers who pay attention from time to time extremely interesting and creative happenings are staged at a price anyone can afford The idea is simple tour the lights of lsquoNew Cityrsquo Amsterdam at night spending a couple of hours on a sturdy comfortable and warm (enclosed) historical craft The city falls silent as soon as you leave the pier and the transformation is complete when the city becomes simply unrecognisable with its flat lines interrupted by a few high-rising buildings shimmering back at you Some things in Amsterdam remain refreshingly surprising even to its well-cured darlings Not much beats having couple glasses of wine while splashing across the IJsselmeer and struggling to figure out which section of the city you are gazing upon through the silence of an icy night
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The Sentinel took up the enthusiastic invitation from the people of the annually occurring Dutch-Lithuanian art event on December 1 The Dutch aspect of the event day and night together with the displayed art was not particularly significant in this case however given that it was one of the more complete cultural cuisine musical and heartily drinking events that the recent European Union arrivalrsquos creative set could conjure with the help of their foreign desk and local culture funds A well produced and expansive programme could be sampled and lightning insight garnered into the culture and artistic impressions of a pearl of Baltic civilisation Vilnius met Amsterdam It just may be time for this e-zine to delve even deeper into Lithuania
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Iron Wolves
By Denson Pierre
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MechelenAuthentic and full of surprises Thatrsquos Mechelen Hospitable and honourable Thatrsquos the people of Mechelen Come and experience the cityrsquos urban charms for yourself Mechelen
Authentic and full of surprises Thatrsquos Mechelen Hospitable and honourable Thatrsquos the people of Mechelen Come and experience the cityrsquos urban charms for yourself
photography copy Layla Aerts
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CafeacuteBar Review Batavia 1920
lsquoClassic bar art embraces you as you enterrsquo
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Batavia 1920Prins Hendrikkade 85 1012 AE Amsterdam
It is always handy to know of a wholesome cafeacutebar that ticks all the boxes even if it happens to be located at the busiest point of the old city (obliquely opposite Central Station) Over the course of the different seasons I managed to assess this fine establishment which serves as another reminder of what good honest bars are all about There is still quality available in Amsterdam
AmbianceThoughtful solid furniture easy lighting and classic bar art embraces you as you enter With a chess club professional dart board regular parties and borrels the vibe ranges daily from mellow to vibrant Rating 5
StaffregularsOn my most recent visit I had the pleasure of Elizabeth and Jamie leading the service but staff members are always experienced service is quick and drinks are de-livered with fresh smiles whoever happens to be work-ing The regulars are plentiful and the bar emanates the energy of a good professional lsquoIrishrsquo bar attracting an eclectic international mix to this super-central location It is a perfect meeting point for friends from any cardi-nal direction with the national transportation hub being literally just across the road Rating 5
Televised sportAmple flat screens and channels Rating 4
PricesIn general the prices are standard Central Amsterdam levels which is sadly typical of grand cafeacutes in this post-code area What works in Bataviarsquos favour is that it has an above-average selection of lsquoBelgian beautiesrsquo (beer) on offer Given the advised dosage having two or three should not leave you broke or broken The kitchen also has quite a strong reputation for above-average pub fare The Sunday roast dinner is especially popular and keeps folk who like that sort of thing coming back as often as they can afford it Rating 3
MusicGenuinely diverse popular and world music from a crisp-sounding digital sound system and staff members seem to have cool taste in music Rating 5
Smoking area provisionThere is a large smoking room on the lower level Sim-ple and ingenious air-conditioning allows you to spend your full upstairs session there without the sense of be-ing fumigated If you were not told about the smoking area below you would not know there was one Rating 5
Total rating 2730(Ratings from 1-5 where 1 = Very poor and 5 = Excel-lent)
By Denson Pierre
lsquoA perfect meeting point for friends from any cardinal directionrsquo
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1
lsquoIt has an above-average selection of lsquoBelgian beautiesrsquorsquo
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lsquoStaff members seem to have cool taste in musicrsquo
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star beer guide
The SentinelStar beer guide
lsquoFind the better bars serving it at the right price in the New Yearrsquo
Clever marketing and an effective pricing campaign has led to this A-class standard-bearing blonde becoming one of the most easily found lsquorealrsquo beers in Amsterdam cafeacutes and bars With its distinctive charisma and fresh fruity taste it sits just on the edge in terms of strength and only the brave and seasoned can be found using it as a session beer Prices across Amsterdam for the same Trappist-glass measure can range dramatically from euro 250 to euro 425 per glass so there is fun to be had trying to find the better bars serving it at the right price in the New Year Your search will be rewarded by this cool classic
Grimbergen Blonde is brewed by Alken-Maes Alken Belgium
By Denson Pierre
GRIMBERGEN BLONDE (67 ABV)
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BRING BACK
A substantial amount of the culture on mainland Europe revolves around platinum-standard beer of various descriptions and fl avours being easily available Amsterdam is not lacking in cafeacutes bars off licences supermarkets and online outlets stocking truly great beers available either immediately or within 24 hours With the growing popularity of high-yeast and high alcohol by volume brands how these drinks are served is a cause for concern however
Led by the Belgians and French the art of designing a glass that refl ects the individual quality of the liquid experience within is among these productsrsquo most out-standing features after their fl avour and power to in-toxicate Any beer of decent repute has its own glass in which it is intended to be served This always takes the form and size of a sensible measure to ensure a taste experience at the correct temperature and allow people to enjoy the evoked sensations before fi nding them-selves suddenly and blindingly drunk What we now often fi nd in tourist-pressed Amsterdam are these lsquoreal beersrsquo being off ered and served to ignorant punters in pint (or half-litre) measures leading to people becom-ing drunk at speed and destroying the overall aesthetic of lsquobeering itrsquo with style
The Sentinel says bring back the serving of high-alco-hol-content drinks in appropriate measures and if pos-sible in the glasses especially designed for the purpose This would be desirable for all manner of reasons not least health and safety Barkeepers can be educators too and it shouldnrsquot be too diffi cult to persuade tourists (usually German British and Irish) who represent the majority of volume drinkers in the cityrsquos more desirable watering holes It is foolish greedy and uncouth to con-sume high-alcohol beverages in such volumes and not expect to end up senselessly drunk and ultimately spoil the whole experience Volume drinkers should simply be directed to the lsquopiss waterrsquo beers of which there are many to satiate their needs and leave the quality beer tours for when they have educated themselves in the culture and manner of consumption that ensures maxi-mum pleasure and above all style
By Denson Pierre
STYLED BEER GLASSES
69amsterdam city life
We find the best most fun most typical exciting or local favourite restaurants etcetera in Amsterdam and bring them to you an easy way to feel like a local
Het Compagnie Theater Amsterdam 12122012
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EUROGIFTSXenonweg 9 3812 SZ Amersfoort
Tel 033 - 454 35 75 - Fax 033 - 454 35 79E-mail lmproefeurogiftsnl
Website wwweurogiftsnl
FILMPROEF
ORDERNUMMER 6021022ARTIKELNUMMER 65123
Ware grootte (indien uitgeprint)Kleur opdruk Wit
Mulligans Irish Music BarAmsterdamrsquos best address for live Irish music Five (5) nights a week Check our agenda for upcoming sessions
Cafeacute KostverlorenCafeacute Kostverloren is a contemporary cafe offering the cosiness of a saloon an open kitchen and the intimacy of a living room During summer there is a large sunny terrace and during winter an open fi replace
VibesVibes is a relaxing cafecocktail bar art gallery with a large selection of coffees herbal teas homemade cakes and an amazing card of cocktails made with fresh fruit by a professional cocktail bartenderEnjoy our Italian kitchen in a cosy and friendly atmosphere
IncantoIncanto is a restaurant with a classic Italian kitchen Venetian chef Simone Ambrosin is known for his pure and simple style of cooking with feeling for nuance The wine list contains over 150 Italian wines
Planet RosePlanet Rose is the fi rst Caribbean restaurant in the Netherlands which specializes in Jamaican cuisine The menu features a daily changing selection of JamaicanCaribbean dishes and they ensure that you enjoy the whole expe-rience while dining with them
Cafe TisfrisCafe Tisfris is recognisable for its landmarks funky pillars and terrace Tisfris offers a friendly service and is a great pit stop for ldquoyummyrdquo refreshments
Cafe restaurant EdelCafe restaurant Edel is the perfect place for lunch dinner or to simply enjoy a drink Edel is a unique place in Amsterdam
Cafeacute OportoCafeacute Oporto is a traditional Amsterdam lsquobrown cafersquo Welcoming tourists and regular customers alike they offer televised sports wireless internet connection and a wide range of reasonably priced beers and spirits
Connoisseurs Delight Fun Drinking amp MusicTo Be Seen and Tasted
To Be Seen and Tasted
Fun Drinking amp Music
Connoisseurs Delight
Connoisseurs Delight
To Be Seen and Tasted
Neighbourhood cosy
Opera Prima - Patisserie Bistro TraiteurThe best place in town for lunch exquisite high teas or brunches and all of your luxury catering both private and corporate
Kinkerstraat 228 Amsterdamwwwoperaprimanl
St Antoniebreestraat 142 Amsterdamwwwtisfrisnl
Postjesweg 1 1057 DT Amsterdamwwwedelamsterdamnl
Zoutsteeg 1 1012 LX Amsterdamwwwcafeoportonethome
Amstel 100 1017 AC Amsterdamwwwmulligansnl
2e Kostverlorenkade 70 Amsterdamwwwcafekostverlorennl
Jan Pieter Heijestraat 137 Amsterdamwwwwixcomvibes137vibes
Amstel 2 Amsterdamwwwrestaurant-incantonl
Nicolaas Beetsstraat 47 Amsterdamwwwplanetroseinfo
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Room 2cfilm
This is the one that will make you pause James Stewart one of my top ten actors of all time plays a businessman fighting to keep his life and family together while everything is crashing down around him In steps an lsquoangelrsquo to try and convince him that life is not as bad as it seems and that other people would be a lot worse off without him Probably the highest rated film Irsquove ever reviewed and one of the most Christmas-delicious I know
Could you walk 2400 kilometres while being pursued with little more than a longing to return to your homeland and mother to keep you and your dependant companions going Would you do this twice This utterly moving film highlights the true-life Australian apartheid practices of the twentieth century and the trauma it caused to native Australians The barren landscapes provide the perfect backdrop for compelling cinema-tography and its dryness will be irrigated by your tears
By David King
By dpmotions
Itrsquos a Wonderful Life (1946)
Rabbit-Proof Fence (2002)
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74trends
lsquoFacebook in particular is responsible for exacerbating unspoken competitivenessrsquo
By Dirkje Bakker-Pierre
Trends in the food industry are moving faster than lightning and are harder and harder to keep up with When you are all geared up to create your own artsy cupcakes all of a sudden cupcakes are out and macaroons are the flavour of the day
Sweat dripping and cheeks burning with stress levels going through the roof women all around the country have been toiling night and day to create just the right pimped-up cakes (completely covered in layers of pink and red marzipan tiny silver sugar balls and rose petals made from feather-light sugar) which look like they come from one of the newly popped-up cupcake shops Facebook in particular is responsible for exacerbating unspoken competitiveness due to images being posted of better looking and prettier cakes just after you posted your own in comparison pretty sad creations forcing you back into the kitchen to try again
One day itrsquos cutting out names from layers of chocolate the next itrsquos squirting curls and swirls of rainbow colours or grating organic carrots for the rather awkward lsquohealthyrsquo version the carrot cupcake
Shops have adjusted their aisles to make way for endless shelves of specialised products in all ranges of sweetness and multicoloured cuteness shapes tools mixtures and machines It is a whole world of custom products which just keeps growing and changing and you need to keep up with it all or risk being hopelessly left behind There are pink-coloured cook books workshops websites self-help groups and neglected overweight children crying for something non-sweet for once
But then after all your attempts and when you finally think you have achieved perfection before you know it you make a complete fool of yourself by serving the wrong type of sweet and colourful titbits because a new trend has already arrived That really makes you feel like a macaroon
All Caked Out
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Winter solstice is an exciting time of year when we all start dreaming of more sun more light and more inspiration Continuing the gemstone theme I would like to draw your attention to the very lovely and sparkling sunstone also known as heliolite It is the official gemstone of the US state of Oregon which is a prime source for this beautiful gem The name heliolite is derived from the Greek lsquoheliosrsquo and lsquolithosrsquo which mean lsquosunrsquo and lsquostonersquo It was first discovered in Viking burial mounds but despite its long history is not found in abundance
Sunstone is metallic in appearance and comes in red orange or green colours However cleaner red sunstone is very rare and commands proper gemstone prices The stone is a composite of oligoclase feldspar which also contains hematite or goethite The presence of hematite or goethite gives the stone its ability to reflect light hence the name sunstone Sunstone is said to be an inspiration stone able to bestow freedom independence and happiness It also said to reduce fear alleviate stress and bring good luck in any game of chance This sparkly stone has a further use in healing and is believed to endow its wearers with enhanced self-healing powers Other properties
Shine
By Evelina Kvartunaite
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lsquoDreaming of more sun more light and more inspirationrsquo
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include stimulating the vegetative autonomic nervous system and enhancing the harmonious functioning of all the bodyrsquos organs It is also quite helpful in cases of exhaustion due to lack of sleep
The gemstone is used to treat chronic sore throats and relieves pain caused by stomach ulcers It has proved successful in alleviating Seasonal Affective Disorder (or SAD) and is also known for relieving cartilage problems rheumatism and general aches and pains Sunstone helps in dealing with depression and frees its wearers from feelings of discrimination and failure as well as from perceptions of an lsquoevil worldrsquo Sunstone increases a personrsquos sense of self-esteem and self-worth
Sunstone is particularly beneficial when used in sunshine or sunlight It brings abundance to a personrsquos life and transforms negative energy into positive energy
If you have any other helpful tips you would like to share please let me know at evelinakvartunaiteconsultancymarketmediacom
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lsquoBestow freedom independence and happinessrsquo
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lsquoIt has proved successful in alleviating Seasonal Affective
Disorderrsquo
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world this lsquotrickeryrsquo has moved online With todayrsquos short attention spans the potential to draw users to a website and retain them is a crucial skill which is rewarded by the revenue that can be generated based on how long a user stays on a website Link-baiting should have been foreseen since it is inevitable
Every click on a website is a revenue-generating moment in terms of advertising The amount of adverts to which you can expose an online user as they click to and through your website is the currency used to determine whether an advertising agency spends its budget on one publication over another Real journalism and insightful opinions once drove online traffic for web publications but link-baiting is now seriously derailing this approach
Most of the time the story behind the sensational link does not live up to expectations A typical example of this can be found in the online edition of the Watford Observer on Tuesday 31 July 2012 The link-bait read ldquoCameron Diaz vows to kick drug habit with help of stepdadrdquo However following the link or falling for the bait led to the underwhelming story ldquoDrug user Cameron Diaz of Broomfield Rise Abbots Langley has sworn to clean up his act with the help of his stepfatherrdquo Although the story was factually correct the intention of the publication was to trick the
One of my previous articles described how online technology publications are subverting reality by not correctly echoing the sentiments of the consuming public Part of the cause of this is that usually in a bid to counter the majority of lacklustre stories floating around they subvert reality to make it more interesting How many non-geeks really care about the advantages of modelling parallelism on serial programs with the Intelreg Advisor XE Itrsquos certainly not a typically newsworthy story
As a result an annoying phenomenon has slowly been building momentum This is now quite evident all over the internet and is destroying good journalism The phenomenon is called Link-baiting Our trustworthy source of internet knowledge describes Link-bait(ing) as anything ldquointeresting enough to catch peoplersquos attentionrdquo (httpenwikipediaorgwikiLink_bait)
Link-baiting is synonymous with the sensational cover stories used on the front of magazines to entice people walking past to pick up the magazines and delve into them As with most things from the print
No news is good news
lsquoQuite evident all over the internet and is destroying good
journalismrsquo
By Simon Owusu
technology
TechBit Sio-Bytes
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provider in America to the tune of US$ 400 million The initial story broke on the PRWEB website and the majority of online publications regurgitated the story with no additional insights such as the implications of such a deal which real journalism would call for None of them bothered to check the sources or the credibility of the story Millions of revenue-generating clicks later the more seasoned online publications such as CNN AllThings D and CNET broke the bigger story that the press release was fake and that both Google and ICOA Wireless had denied the story In a rush to break the story the first rule of journalism was contravened lsquoAlways check your sourcesrsquo
Given the transient nature of any false news stories posted on the internet these days the story quickly disappeared from most of the offending publications and today you will be hard pressed to find any mention of this slip-up The Sentinel we like to think always brings you the truth albeit typed on an iPad Mini so donrsquot count on us to follow such faulty phenomena and trends
online user into clicking on it due to the coincidental name-sharing of the Abbots Langley Cameron Diaz with the famous American actress Every link clicked demonstrates the potential for advertisers to reach larger audiences and generate revenue for the online publications
From the same school as link-baiting comes the phenomenon of lsquofirst past the postrsquo journalism within the advertising-driven online publication world In this type of journalism emphasis is placed on being first to publish or break a news story Online publications that are first to break a news story attract a high amount of traffic (which translates into large revenues generated by advertising) since they are the only source of that particular information for a short space of time Online users have no choice but to visit that particular site if they wish to read the scoop The downside of this is that in a bid to be first to reap the advertising revenues frequently news stories are not properly checked for credibility On Monday 26 November 2012 nearly every online technology publication published the story of Google purchasing ICOA Wireless a Wi-Fi hot-spot
lsquoFrequently news stories are not properly checked for credibilityrsquo
lsquolsquoAlways check your sourcesrsquorsquo
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these people in business suits are rushing to check in their business cases Irsquom manoeuvring my 19-metre ski bag between them Strange looks and questions donrsquot surprise me anymore The looks whispers and questions Irsquove had while on trains from one place to the next or on the tram after going to the beach on my way to the indoor slope this summer On the one hand they made me feel like I was some strange creature from another planet but on the other they got me extra stoked up about what Irsquom doing
As I write this itrsquos a week after I checked in my bags and Irsquom sitting in my favourite coffee shop Cuppa Joersquos in Breckenridge Colorado Over the past five days Irsquove been getting up every morning at around 630 am and getting out at around 800am Anyone who knows me will probably raise an eyebrow at this When Irsquom working at home on my photos and stories for the White Freeski Magazine where Irsquom editor-in-chief or on freelance assignments my daily rhythm is completely the opposite But I guess thatrsquos the nice thing about jetlag
Itrsquos hard to describe the feeling of finally getting back
You know that feeling of bubbly excitement you get when you are getting ready to go and do something yoursquove been anticipating for a long long time It might be finally nailing that presentation to finish up university cooking a great dinner for friends or excitement about meeting up with someone
Getting my bags out from the basement after they had been collecting dust for the past eight months prompted those feelings to rush through my veins once again Even though I donrsquot mind being home going to the beach and rehabbing my knee and visiting friends in different countries over the summer all this has taken place in the city and Irsquove been missing the mountains terribly As Irsquom getting my bags out it makes me realise that it really is almost time for me to click into my skis again and breathe in the fresh mountain air
After packing it was finally time to get on my flight to Denver Colorado on Monday morning While all
white outBubbles of Excitement
By Ananda van Welij
Just another girl from a country without mountains addicted to snow
lsquoGo and do something yoursquove been anticipating for a long long timersquo
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have ahead of me this winter Looking forward again instead of being bummed I try to focus on the bright side like I did while I was stuck at home rehabbing and walking on crutches Trying to be inspired by what I see around me and what others do and have instead of being frustrated by it
It makes me wonder about just working and meeting up with friends at home I know I have a privileged life as Irsquom sitting here but isnrsquot this something we all experience in our daily lives It can be hard to sit down let go of the frustration sadness and problems and look forward Itrsquos not always possible to do it overnight but I think that just trying makes you feel better and in the end it allows you to bubble with excitement again no matter if itrsquos for a day of skiing or for finishing that project
My new mission for this season is to stay positive and draw inspiration from the people and things around me Irsquoll let you know how Irsquom doing in three weeksrsquo time
onto my skis after being out for eight months due to a torn MCL Cruising down the hill feeling and hearing the snow crunch under my feet It might sound strange to you but to me itrsquos a special sort of magic I guess it has something to do with the dopamine your body makes while having a great rush of excitement Although Irsquom pretty tired right now and taking a day off from skiing just walking outside and knowing that I can go up the hill any moment I like makes me feel better
Being so excited to be back on the snow after an injury also has a downside It comes in the form of having to hold myself back Since my injury I havenrsquot been jumping or doing any crazy tricks Itrsquos hard seeing all my friends jump and having fun in the park knowing I really shouldnrsquot do any of that stuff yet My mind is screaming ldquoYou can do that toordquo But Irsquom scared of a repeat injury brought on by pushing myself too hard too fast I have to force myself to sit down talk to my friends and listen to their stories of having fun while being genuinely happy for them To enjoy the sun instead of freaking myself out eat some good food have a good laugh and think of all the fun trips I
lsquoExtra stoked up about what Irsquom doingrsquo
lsquoTo me itrsquos a special sort of magicrsquo
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We have reached the point of the season when the outstanding manager of the first half has his team profiled and receives a pat on the back An overall lead at Xmas more often than not means that the team has peaked during the first half of the season before going on to show signs of weakness This season unusually we have a manager who has led strongly from the very early weeks but who still has a full supply of substitutes in reserve This bodes ill for the other managers as even though he has been professionally hunted down to the point that his lead is now meagre (or even gone by the time this is published) Steven Fockema still holds all the aces given that his reserves remain intact while the chasersrsquo have been used up to varying degrees
Daft3Punks
GK Tim Krul (newcastle United) 25m ndash Out injured from the beginning of September until the end of November No proper form assessment possible so far this season and his team are in apparent gradual creep towards the relegation zone Rating 825
deF Jose enrique (Liverpool) 35m ndash At a work-in-progress team Now playing regularly as a midfielder and showing positive form Rating 85
deF daniel Agger (Liverpool) 4m ndash Still more bluster and posing than glory Rating 825
deF Winston Reid (West Ham) 1m ndash Doing New Zealand proud in the Premier League at his price West Ham may not secure a greater number of clean sheets in the second half of the season however Rating 80
deF Jan Vertonghen (Tottenham Hotspur) 45m ndash Handsome driving Belgian vanilla One of the stars of the season thus far Rating 90
mId Gareth Bale (Tottenham Hotspur) 55m ndash The most impressive individual player in the current Premier League Rating 915
mId michu (Swansea city) 2m ndash Incredible value at his price A natural goal-scorer extraordinaire who also gets around and shows versatility Rating 90
mId Yaya Toure (manchester city) 45m ndash Nowhere close to his form of the previous season even if that can change in the second half of this one Rating 850
FWd Fabio Borini (Liverpool) 3m ndash Tipped here to eventually do well but long-term injury befell him just at the time he was settling into his new team and system Rating 80
FWd olivier Giroud (Arsenal) 45m ndash Has been nudging levels above average of late Rating 850
FWd Papiss cisse (newcastle United) 5m ndash Another player showing an astonishing fall from the excellence of the final third of the previous season Newcastle United appear to need re-styling quickly Rating 825
overall rating 9340 (max 100)
The New Year will only bring fireworks given the keen match-up between FFG-CL managers
By Denson Pierre
The Gold Room
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Wintry Wonders
ndashlsquoThe sturdy weather-defying people we arersquo
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Wintry Wonders
By Sam van Dam
In recent years Amsterdam has been blessed or cursed depending on your point of view by regular snowfall in the winter to spring period It still feels like a bit of a novelty given that we usually experience a grey rainy mess around Christmas time instead of a white blanket With snow becoming a regular but still novel visitor to our beloved city and country our reactions to it cover the full range of emotions from childlike joy that makes us look up into the sky with our tongue sticking out to catch some of the little fluffy flakes followed by a frantic run to the attic to find those old ice-skates among all the rubble to angry fist-shaking at the heavens followed by a desperate soul-crushing ldquoNoooooordquo usually from those who own a car and have to start their day with some hand-numbing ice removal from the frozen windows of their vehicles not to mention the inevitable traffic jams
ndashlsquoNegotiate your steel horse through piles of ice and snow covering every surfacersquo
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ndashlsquoAn iced-over surface is the natural enemy of anything moving across itrsquo
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clouds Going by the sheer number of mangled locals hauled off to hospital emergency rooms each January it often seems like we forget everything wersquove learned in previous winters or we simply enjoy kissing the cold asphalt while the bike chain wraps itself around our cold stiffened necks No other explanation makes sense The safest advice is to stay inside until the worst is over but since most of us need to go out and make a living or at least visit the shops to stock up on hot chocolate and whipped cream for those long dark evenings by the fireplace hibernation is sadly not an option Luckily the periods of time when we have to deal with ice and snow are usually short lived and there is always the alternative of the public transport system for those who donrsquot dare to confront the frozen world wheel-on And of course there is one thing that unites all of us in a feverish winter dream and makes us forget all the downsides of the cold season the thought that we might be able to ice-skate on the canals rivers and waterways of our lovely little country There is a magic word that we only dare to whisper for fear that once itrsquos spoken out loud the temperature will rise instantly so Irsquom going to write it in tiny letters only Elfstedentocht (Eleven city tour) This ice-skating race of over 200 kilometres through the beautiful frozen Frisian landscape is the pinnacle of winter wonderland fun for the entire family We were last able to enjoy this mysterious and elusive pleasure in 1997 so wish us luck and hopefully this season we can live the dream again May the winter gods be with us
Being the sturdy weather-defying people we are it does not bother us much to hop on our bikes and face the white landscape But there are a few things to consider before throwing yourself into a winter storm trying to negotiate your steel horse through piles of ice and snow covering every surface Make sure to dress properly ndash itrsquos best to wear several layers of clothing which allows the air trapped in between to warm up and keep you comfortable The outer layer should really be waterproof as snow can become rain in an instant here and you donrsquot want to be stuck in a woollen jacket that will freeze solid and cover you with an icy crust when the wind turns in your direction A nice thick hat and gloves are mandatory the head being the area of your body from which most heat exits and you donrsquot want to let that happen Keep it under wraps to ensure proper brain activity and intact ears even if yoursquore caught out in one of those mini-blizzards that can just pop up out of nowhere Once yoursquore all bundled up and ready for the ride there is of course the small issue of the streets being completely covered in icy sludge the kind that has created wrinkles of despair and fear across the foreheads of generations of Dutch men and women An iced-over surface is the natural enemy of anything moving across it and especially those with only two wheels which have a natural tendency to fall over when not held in check by the trained thighs of a road warrior It is highly advisable to ride slowly and carefully keeping an eye on the road ahead of you for frozen patches These can usually be easily identified by the number of falling bodies and crashing bikes of those who seem to think that gravity is suspended once the fluffy stuff starts drifting down from the
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A Russian bears a Chinese panda
Moscow
Once a year I take a foreign holiday and every time I want it to be something special In order to experience the gorgeous Chinese culture and to faint at the sight of enormous skyscrapers in November 2012 I departed Moscow for Hong Kong I wanted my trip to include cultural aspects be affordable and bring something new into my life Looking back I am happy to say that my holiday completely satisfied all these criteria
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By Tatiana Igumensheva
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lsquoA casino which is often the only purpose for visiting Macau especially for people from mainland China and
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Macau
Having landed in Honk Kong I took a ferry to Macau which is not as large as its nickname the lsquoAsian Las Vegasrsquo suggests It took me just a day to complete my sightseeing and another to buy souvenirs The only place I omitted from my explorations was a casino which is often the only purpose for visiting Macau especially for people from mainland China and Hong Kong Temples natas (exquisite tarts) Portuguese architecture from the 19th century alongside huge skyscrapers this is the Macau I will remember It is very clean and most museums and temples do not charge for admission I enjoyed the Mandarinrsquos House most of all ndash a great example of home and everyday life habits Jesuit temples are gorgeous as well as the fortress with its lighthouse and of course Macaursquos most famous landmark the ruins of St Paulrsquos cathedral
Macau is a former Portuguese colony and if this one is anything to go by this is something the Portuguese were great at The old city centre has the atmosphere of a small tranquil town ndash very safe and friendly ndash which is exactly what it is both Macau and Hong Kong are probably the two safest places in the world The only thing that was a constant worry was the fact that Macau (and Hong Kong) has no open spaces at all The roads just keep going up and down up and downhellip
Good cardio exercise though I went through it for two days in Macau and then continued my hiking in Hong Kong
Hong Kong
Signs of British colonialism in Hong Kong are noticeable by their absence It was all destroyed in order to make use of every square metre An absence of land has made Hong Kong a temple to skyscrapers and the Chinese appear to have mastered this art perfectly
The first place to see is surely The Peak however Even if you are hysterically afraid of heights you simply must go there This is one view you will never forget Visit it at least twice ndash in the afternoon and in the evening ndash and you will see two different cities below Then take a walk through the central area The way the buildings almost literally scrape the sky excites me every time I look up ndash itlsquos amazing By the way despite being such a technological nation the local Chinese care about the environment in all aspects of their lives They are fond of trees even in a small city-centre park so they can take a little rest on their way to work and they really seem to care about nature There are huge penalties for littering smoking in prohibited areas and great attention to recycling Hong Kong is a city that cares ndash thatrsquos my first impression
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lsquoAn absence of land has made Hong Kong a temple to skyscrapersrsquo
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Another thought I had about all of this progress around me is that being such a progressive society the local Chinese never stopped to become fundamentally religious There are many temples and statues so many religions live together in this peaceful place That was a completely new lifestyle experience for me skyscrapers happily standing alongside all sorts of religious buildings Maybe thatrsquos what freedom of faith is all about
If you manage to get there try to visit all the places described in the tourist guidebooks They are really worth seeing Hong Kong residents spend their weekends visiting these places themselves Ocean Park Big Buddha Mid-levels the Avenue of Stars Hong Kong Park the Botanical and Zoological Gardenshellip I enjoyed all of them greatly
However what struck me the most was the people Forever smiling kind and always helpful Talking to them was a pleasure And some of them cook such delicious dishes that I was ready to eat the plate By the way do not forget that Hong Kong is the capital of international cuisine ndash so try everything Except for Borsch (some restaurants offer it) with which I still believe it is better to get acquainted in Russia or Ukraine All sorts of noodles rice and dumplings are
available here I tried Vietnamese Indian and Hong Kong cuisine and I cannot say which I like morehellip So Hong Kong is a wonderful opportunity to try everything
One last bit of advice if you can afford it take a hotel room with harbour view which will pay you back with interest My harbour-view hotel room suited me perfectly When I was tired of walking I went to my room had a glass of wine watched the lights shimmering on the other side of harbour and was completely happy
I am just reaching the end of my holiday taking a rest in my room and feeling really jealous of anyone about to visit Hong Kong for the first time You are going to enjoy so many exciting emotionshellip
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lsquoThe local Chinese care about the environment in all aspects of their livesrsquo
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lsquoHong Kong is a city that caresrsquo
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lsquoHong Kong is the capital of international cuisine ndash so try everythingrsquo
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Silent nights
Winter nights are well suited to staying indoors in the warmth especially after dark Not everyone is a lowland bear however and most of us need thoughtful stimulation to keep smiling through cold nights spent away from living quarters Luckily for Amsterdammers who pay attention from time to time extremely interesting and creative happenings are staged at a price anyone can afford The idea is simple tour the lights of lsquoNew Cityrsquo Amsterdam at night spending a couple of hours on a sturdy comfortable and warm (enclosed) historical craft The city falls silent as soon as you leave the pier and the transformation is complete when the city becomes simply unrecognisable with its flat lines interrupted by a few high-rising buildings shimmering back at you Some things in Amsterdam remain refreshingly surprising even to its well-cured darlings Not much beats having couple glasses of wine while splashing across the IJsselmeer and struggling to figure out which section of the city you are gazing upon through the silence of an icy night
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The Sentinel took up the enthusiastic invitation from the people of the annually occurring Dutch-Lithuanian art event on December 1 The Dutch aspect of the event day and night together with the displayed art was not particularly significant in this case however given that it was one of the more complete cultural cuisine musical and heartily drinking events that the recent European Union arrivalrsquos creative set could conjure with the help of their foreign desk and local culture funds A well produced and expansive programme could be sampled and lightning insight garnered into the culture and artistic impressions of a pearl of Baltic civilisation Vilnius met Amsterdam It just may be time for this e-zine to delve even deeper into Lithuania
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Iron Wolves
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MechelenAuthentic and full of surprises Thatrsquos Mechelen Hospitable and honourable Thatrsquos the people of Mechelen Come and experience the cityrsquos urban charms for yourself Mechelen
Authentic and full of surprises Thatrsquos Mechelen Hospitable and honourable Thatrsquos the people of Mechelen Come and experience the cityrsquos urban charms for yourself
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CafeacuteBar Review Batavia 1920
lsquoClassic bar art embraces you as you enterrsquo
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Batavia 1920Prins Hendrikkade 85 1012 AE Amsterdam
It is always handy to know of a wholesome cafeacutebar that ticks all the boxes even if it happens to be located at the busiest point of the old city (obliquely opposite Central Station) Over the course of the different seasons I managed to assess this fine establishment which serves as another reminder of what good honest bars are all about There is still quality available in Amsterdam
AmbianceThoughtful solid furniture easy lighting and classic bar art embraces you as you enter With a chess club professional dart board regular parties and borrels the vibe ranges daily from mellow to vibrant Rating 5
StaffregularsOn my most recent visit I had the pleasure of Elizabeth and Jamie leading the service but staff members are always experienced service is quick and drinks are de-livered with fresh smiles whoever happens to be work-ing The regulars are plentiful and the bar emanates the energy of a good professional lsquoIrishrsquo bar attracting an eclectic international mix to this super-central location It is a perfect meeting point for friends from any cardi-nal direction with the national transportation hub being literally just across the road Rating 5
Televised sportAmple flat screens and channels Rating 4
PricesIn general the prices are standard Central Amsterdam levels which is sadly typical of grand cafeacutes in this post-code area What works in Bataviarsquos favour is that it has an above-average selection of lsquoBelgian beautiesrsquo (beer) on offer Given the advised dosage having two or three should not leave you broke or broken The kitchen also has quite a strong reputation for above-average pub fare The Sunday roast dinner is especially popular and keeps folk who like that sort of thing coming back as often as they can afford it Rating 3
MusicGenuinely diverse popular and world music from a crisp-sounding digital sound system and staff members seem to have cool taste in music Rating 5
Smoking area provisionThere is a large smoking room on the lower level Sim-ple and ingenious air-conditioning allows you to spend your full upstairs session there without the sense of be-ing fumigated If you were not told about the smoking area below you would not know there was one Rating 5
Total rating 2730(Ratings from 1-5 where 1 = Very poor and 5 = Excel-lent)
By Denson Pierre
lsquoA perfect meeting point for friends from any cardinal directionrsquo
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lsquoIt has an above-average selection of lsquoBelgian beautiesrsquorsquo
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star beer guide
The SentinelStar beer guide
lsquoFind the better bars serving it at the right price in the New Yearrsquo
Clever marketing and an effective pricing campaign has led to this A-class standard-bearing blonde becoming one of the most easily found lsquorealrsquo beers in Amsterdam cafeacutes and bars With its distinctive charisma and fresh fruity taste it sits just on the edge in terms of strength and only the brave and seasoned can be found using it as a session beer Prices across Amsterdam for the same Trappist-glass measure can range dramatically from euro 250 to euro 425 per glass so there is fun to be had trying to find the better bars serving it at the right price in the New Year Your search will be rewarded by this cool classic
Grimbergen Blonde is brewed by Alken-Maes Alken Belgium
By Denson Pierre
GRIMBERGEN BLONDE (67 ABV)
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BRING BACK
A substantial amount of the culture on mainland Europe revolves around platinum-standard beer of various descriptions and fl avours being easily available Amsterdam is not lacking in cafeacutes bars off licences supermarkets and online outlets stocking truly great beers available either immediately or within 24 hours With the growing popularity of high-yeast and high alcohol by volume brands how these drinks are served is a cause for concern however
Led by the Belgians and French the art of designing a glass that refl ects the individual quality of the liquid experience within is among these productsrsquo most out-standing features after their fl avour and power to in-toxicate Any beer of decent repute has its own glass in which it is intended to be served This always takes the form and size of a sensible measure to ensure a taste experience at the correct temperature and allow people to enjoy the evoked sensations before fi nding them-selves suddenly and blindingly drunk What we now often fi nd in tourist-pressed Amsterdam are these lsquoreal beersrsquo being off ered and served to ignorant punters in pint (or half-litre) measures leading to people becom-ing drunk at speed and destroying the overall aesthetic of lsquobeering itrsquo with style
The Sentinel says bring back the serving of high-alco-hol-content drinks in appropriate measures and if pos-sible in the glasses especially designed for the purpose This would be desirable for all manner of reasons not least health and safety Barkeepers can be educators too and it shouldnrsquot be too diffi cult to persuade tourists (usually German British and Irish) who represent the majority of volume drinkers in the cityrsquos more desirable watering holes It is foolish greedy and uncouth to con-sume high-alcohol beverages in such volumes and not expect to end up senselessly drunk and ultimately spoil the whole experience Volume drinkers should simply be directed to the lsquopiss waterrsquo beers of which there are many to satiate their needs and leave the quality beer tours for when they have educated themselves in the culture and manner of consumption that ensures maxi-mum pleasure and above all style
By Denson Pierre
STYLED BEER GLASSES
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We find the best most fun most typical exciting or local favourite restaurants etcetera in Amsterdam and bring them to you an easy way to feel like a local
Het Compagnie Theater Amsterdam 12122012
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Ware grootte (indien uitgeprint)Kleur opdruk Wit
Mulligans Irish Music BarAmsterdamrsquos best address for live Irish music Five (5) nights a week Check our agenda for upcoming sessions
Cafeacute KostverlorenCafeacute Kostverloren is a contemporary cafe offering the cosiness of a saloon an open kitchen and the intimacy of a living room During summer there is a large sunny terrace and during winter an open fi replace
VibesVibes is a relaxing cafecocktail bar art gallery with a large selection of coffees herbal teas homemade cakes and an amazing card of cocktails made with fresh fruit by a professional cocktail bartenderEnjoy our Italian kitchen in a cosy and friendly atmosphere
IncantoIncanto is a restaurant with a classic Italian kitchen Venetian chef Simone Ambrosin is known for his pure and simple style of cooking with feeling for nuance The wine list contains over 150 Italian wines
Planet RosePlanet Rose is the fi rst Caribbean restaurant in the Netherlands which specializes in Jamaican cuisine The menu features a daily changing selection of JamaicanCaribbean dishes and they ensure that you enjoy the whole expe-rience while dining with them
Cafe TisfrisCafe Tisfris is recognisable for its landmarks funky pillars and terrace Tisfris offers a friendly service and is a great pit stop for ldquoyummyrdquo refreshments
Cafe restaurant EdelCafe restaurant Edel is the perfect place for lunch dinner or to simply enjoy a drink Edel is a unique place in Amsterdam
Cafeacute OportoCafeacute Oporto is a traditional Amsterdam lsquobrown cafersquo Welcoming tourists and regular customers alike they offer televised sports wireless internet connection and a wide range of reasonably priced beers and spirits
Connoisseurs Delight Fun Drinking amp MusicTo Be Seen and Tasted
To Be Seen and Tasted
Fun Drinking amp Music
Connoisseurs Delight
Connoisseurs Delight
To Be Seen and Tasted
Neighbourhood cosy
Opera Prima - Patisserie Bistro TraiteurThe best place in town for lunch exquisite high teas or brunches and all of your luxury catering both private and corporate
Kinkerstraat 228 Amsterdamwwwoperaprimanl
St Antoniebreestraat 142 Amsterdamwwwtisfrisnl
Postjesweg 1 1057 DT Amsterdamwwwedelamsterdamnl
Zoutsteeg 1 1012 LX Amsterdamwwwcafeoportonethome
Amstel 100 1017 AC Amsterdamwwwmulligansnl
2e Kostverlorenkade 70 Amsterdamwwwcafekostverlorennl
Jan Pieter Heijestraat 137 Amsterdamwwwwixcomvibes137vibes
Amstel 2 Amsterdamwwwrestaurant-incantonl
Nicolaas Beetsstraat 47 Amsterdamwwwplanetroseinfo
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Where is this inAmsterdam
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Room 2cfilm
This is the one that will make you pause James Stewart one of my top ten actors of all time plays a businessman fighting to keep his life and family together while everything is crashing down around him In steps an lsquoangelrsquo to try and convince him that life is not as bad as it seems and that other people would be a lot worse off without him Probably the highest rated film Irsquove ever reviewed and one of the most Christmas-delicious I know
Could you walk 2400 kilometres while being pursued with little more than a longing to return to your homeland and mother to keep you and your dependant companions going Would you do this twice This utterly moving film highlights the true-life Australian apartheid practices of the twentieth century and the trauma it caused to native Australians The barren landscapes provide the perfect backdrop for compelling cinema-tography and its dryness will be irrigated by your tears
By David King
By dpmotions
Itrsquos a Wonderful Life (1946)
Rabbit-Proof Fence (2002)
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lsquoFacebook in particular is responsible for exacerbating unspoken competitivenessrsquo
By Dirkje Bakker-Pierre
Trends in the food industry are moving faster than lightning and are harder and harder to keep up with When you are all geared up to create your own artsy cupcakes all of a sudden cupcakes are out and macaroons are the flavour of the day
Sweat dripping and cheeks burning with stress levels going through the roof women all around the country have been toiling night and day to create just the right pimped-up cakes (completely covered in layers of pink and red marzipan tiny silver sugar balls and rose petals made from feather-light sugar) which look like they come from one of the newly popped-up cupcake shops Facebook in particular is responsible for exacerbating unspoken competitiveness due to images being posted of better looking and prettier cakes just after you posted your own in comparison pretty sad creations forcing you back into the kitchen to try again
One day itrsquos cutting out names from layers of chocolate the next itrsquos squirting curls and swirls of rainbow colours or grating organic carrots for the rather awkward lsquohealthyrsquo version the carrot cupcake
Shops have adjusted their aisles to make way for endless shelves of specialised products in all ranges of sweetness and multicoloured cuteness shapes tools mixtures and machines It is a whole world of custom products which just keeps growing and changing and you need to keep up with it all or risk being hopelessly left behind There are pink-coloured cook books workshops websites self-help groups and neglected overweight children crying for something non-sweet for once
But then after all your attempts and when you finally think you have achieved perfection before you know it you make a complete fool of yourself by serving the wrong type of sweet and colourful titbits because a new trend has already arrived That really makes you feel like a macaroon
All Caked Out
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Winter solstice is an exciting time of year when we all start dreaming of more sun more light and more inspiration Continuing the gemstone theme I would like to draw your attention to the very lovely and sparkling sunstone also known as heliolite It is the official gemstone of the US state of Oregon which is a prime source for this beautiful gem The name heliolite is derived from the Greek lsquoheliosrsquo and lsquolithosrsquo which mean lsquosunrsquo and lsquostonersquo It was first discovered in Viking burial mounds but despite its long history is not found in abundance
Sunstone is metallic in appearance and comes in red orange or green colours However cleaner red sunstone is very rare and commands proper gemstone prices The stone is a composite of oligoclase feldspar which also contains hematite or goethite The presence of hematite or goethite gives the stone its ability to reflect light hence the name sunstone Sunstone is said to be an inspiration stone able to bestow freedom independence and happiness It also said to reduce fear alleviate stress and bring good luck in any game of chance This sparkly stone has a further use in healing and is believed to endow its wearers with enhanced self-healing powers Other properties
Shine
By Evelina Kvartunaite
ndash
lsquoDreaming of more sun more light and more inspirationrsquo
ndash
include stimulating the vegetative autonomic nervous system and enhancing the harmonious functioning of all the bodyrsquos organs It is also quite helpful in cases of exhaustion due to lack of sleep
The gemstone is used to treat chronic sore throats and relieves pain caused by stomach ulcers It has proved successful in alleviating Seasonal Affective Disorder (or SAD) and is also known for relieving cartilage problems rheumatism and general aches and pains Sunstone helps in dealing with depression and frees its wearers from feelings of discrimination and failure as well as from perceptions of an lsquoevil worldrsquo Sunstone increases a personrsquos sense of self-esteem and self-worth
Sunstone is particularly beneficial when used in sunshine or sunlight It brings abundance to a personrsquos life and transforms negative energy into positive energy
If you have any other helpful tips you would like to share please let me know at evelinakvartunaiteconsultancymarketmediacom
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lsquoBestow freedom independence and happinessrsquo
ndash
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lsquoIt has proved successful in alleviating Seasonal Affective
Disorderrsquo
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world this lsquotrickeryrsquo has moved online With todayrsquos short attention spans the potential to draw users to a website and retain them is a crucial skill which is rewarded by the revenue that can be generated based on how long a user stays on a website Link-baiting should have been foreseen since it is inevitable
Every click on a website is a revenue-generating moment in terms of advertising The amount of adverts to which you can expose an online user as they click to and through your website is the currency used to determine whether an advertising agency spends its budget on one publication over another Real journalism and insightful opinions once drove online traffic for web publications but link-baiting is now seriously derailing this approach
Most of the time the story behind the sensational link does not live up to expectations A typical example of this can be found in the online edition of the Watford Observer on Tuesday 31 July 2012 The link-bait read ldquoCameron Diaz vows to kick drug habit with help of stepdadrdquo However following the link or falling for the bait led to the underwhelming story ldquoDrug user Cameron Diaz of Broomfield Rise Abbots Langley has sworn to clean up his act with the help of his stepfatherrdquo Although the story was factually correct the intention of the publication was to trick the
One of my previous articles described how online technology publications are subverting reality by not correctly echoing the sentiments of the consuming public Part of the cause of this is that usually in a bid to counter the majority of lacklustre stories floating around they subvert reality to make it more interesting How many non-geeks really care about the advantages of modelling parallelism on serial programs with the Intelreg Advisor XE Itrsquos certainly not a typically newsworthy story
As a result an annoying phenomenon has slowly been building momentum This is now quite evident all over the internet and is destroying good journalism The phenomenon is called Link-baiting Our trustworthy source of internet knowledge describes Link-bait(ing) as anything ldquointeresting enough to catch peoplersquos attentionrdquo (httpenwikipediaorgwikiLink_bait)
Link-baiting is synonymous with the sensational cover stories used on the front of magazines to entice people walking past to pick up the magazines and delve into them As with most things from the print
No news is good news
lsquoQuite evident all over the internet and is destroying good
journalismrsquo
By Simon Owusu
technology
TechBit Sio-Bytes
78
provider in America to the tune of US$ 400 million The initial story broke on the PRWEB website and the majority of online publications regurgitated the story with no additional insights such as the implications of such a deal which real journalism would call for None of them bothered to check the sources or the credibility of the story Millions of revenue-generating clicks later the more seasoned online publications such as CNN AllThings D and CNET broke the bigger story that the press release was fake and that both Google and ICOA Wireless had denied the story In a rush to break the story the first rule of journalism was contravened lsquoAlways check your sourcesrsquo
Given the transient nature of any false news stories posted on the internet these days the story quickly disappeared from most of the offending publications and today you will be hard pressed to find any mention of this slip-up The Sentinel we like to think always brings you the truth albeit typed on an iPad Mini so donrsquot count on us to follow such faulty phenomena and trends
online user into clicking on it due to the coincidental name-sharing of the Abbots Langley Cameron Diaz with the famous American actress Every link clicked demonstrates the potential for advertisers to reach larger audiences and generate revenue for the online publications
From the same school as link-baiting comes the phenomenon of lsquofirst past the postrsquo journalism within the advertising-driven online publication world In this type of journalism emphasis is placed on being first to publish or break a news story Online publications that are first to break a news story attract a high amount of traffic (which translates into large revenues generated by advertising) since they are the only source of that particular information for a short space of time Online users have no choice but to visit that particular site if they wish to read the scoop The downside of this is that in a bid to be first to reap the advertising revenues frequently news stories are not properly checked for credibility On Monday 26 November 2012 nearly every online technology publication published the story of Google purchasing ICOA Wireless a Wi-Fi hot-spot
lsquoFrequently news stories are not properly checked for credibilityrsquo
lsquolsquoAlways check your sourcesrsquorsquo
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these people in business suits are rushing to check in their business cases Irsquom manoeuvring my 19-metre ski bag between them Strange looks and questions donrsquot surprise me anymore The looks whispers and questions Irsquove had while on trains from one place to the next or on the tram after going to the beach on my way to the indoor slope this summer On the one hand they made me feel like I was some strange creature from another planet but on the other they got me extra stoked up about what Irsquom doing
As I write this itrsquos a week after I checked in my bags and Irsquom sitting in my favourite coffee shop Cuppa Joersquos in Breckenridge Colorado Over the past five days Irsquove been getting up every morning at around 630 am and getting out at around 800am Anyone who knows me will probably raise an eyebrow at this When Irsquom working at home on my photos and stories for the White Freeski Magazine where Irsquom editor-in-chief or on freelance assignments my daily rhythm is completely the opposite But I guess thatrsquos the nice thing about jetlag
Itrsquos hard to describe the feeling of finally getting back
You know that feeling of bubbly excitement you get when you are getting ready to go and do something yoursquove been anticipating for a long long time It might be finally nailing that presentation to finish up university cooking a great dinner for friends or excitement about meeting up with someone
Getting my bags out from the basement after they had been collecting dust for the past eight months prompted those feelings to rush through my veins once again Even though I donrsquot mind being home going to the beach and rehabbing my knee and visiting friends in different countries over the summer all this has taken place in the city and Irsquove been missing the mountains terribly As Irsquom getting my bags out it makes me realise that it really is almost time for me to click into my skis again and breathe in the fresh mountain air
After packing it was finally time to get on my flight to Denver Colorado on Monday morning While all
white outBubbles of Excitement
By Ananda van Welij
Just another girl from a country without mountains addicted to snow
lsquoGo and do something yoursquove been anticipating for a long long timersquo
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have ahead of me this winter Looking forward again instead of being bummed I try to focus on the bright side like I did while I was stuck at home rehabbing and walking on crutches Trying to be inspired by what I see around me and what others do and have instead of being frustrated by it
It makes me wonder about just working and meeting up with friends at home I know I have a privileged life as Irsquom sitting here but isnrsquot this something we all experience in our daily lives It can be hard to sit down let go of the frustration sadness and problems and look forward Itrsquos not always possible to do it overnight but I think that just trying makes you feel better and in the end it allows you to bubble with excitement again no matter if itrsquos for a day of skiing or for finishing that project
My new mission for this season is to stay positive and draw inspiration from the people and things around me Irsquoll let you know how Irsquom doing in three weeksrsquo time
onto my skis after being out for eight months due to a torn MCL Cruising down the hill feeling and hearing the snow crunch under my feet It might sound strange to you but to me itrsquos a special sort of magic I guess it has something to do with the dopamine your body makes while having a great rush of excitement Although Irsquom pretty tired right now and taking a day off from skiing just walking outside and knowing that I can go up the hill any moment I like makes me feel better
Being so excited to be back on the snow after an injury also has a downside It comes in the form of having to hold myself back Since my injury I havenrsquot been jumping or doing any crazy tricks Itrsquos hard seeing all my friends jump and having fun in the park knowing I really shouldnrsquot do any of that stuff yet My mind is screaming ldquoYou can do that toordquo But Irsquom scared of a repeat injury brought on by pushing myself too hard too fast I have to force myself to sit down talk to my friends and listen to their stories of having fun while being genuinely happy for them To enjoy the sun instead of freaking myself out eat some good food have a good laugh and think of all the fun trips I
lsquoExtra stoked up about what Irsquom doingrsquo
lsquoTo me itrsquos a special sort of magicrsquo
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We have reached the point of the season when the outstanding manager of the first half has his team profiled and receives a pat on the back An overall lead at Xmas more often than not means that the team has peaked during the first half of the season before going on to show signs of weakness This season unusually we have a manager who has led strongly from the very early weeks but who still has a full supply of substitutes in reserve This bodes ill for the other managers as even though he has been professionally hunted down to the point that his lead is now meagre (or even gone by the time this is published) Steven Fockema still holds all the aces given that his reserves remain intact while the chasersrsquo have been used up to varying degrees
Daft3Punks
GK Tim Krul (newcastle United) 25m ndash Out injured from the beginning of September until the end of November No proper form assessment possible so far this season and his team are in apparent gradual creep towards the relegation zone Rating 825
deF Jose enrique (Liverpool) 35m ndash At a work-in-progress team Now playing regularly as a midfielder and showing positive form Rating 85
deF daniel Agger (Liverpool) 4m ndash Still more bluster and posing than glory Rating 825
deF Winston Reid (West Ham) 1m ndash Doing New Zealand proud in the Premier League at his price West Ham may not secure a greater number of clean sheets in the second half of the season however Rating 80
deF Jan Vertonghen (Tottenham Hotspur) 45m ndash Handsome driving Belgian vanilla One of the stars of the season thus far Rating 90
mId Gareth Bale (Tottenham Hotspur) 55m ndash The most impressive individual player in the current Premier League Rating 915
mId michu (Swansea city) 2m ndash Incredible value at his price A natural goal-scorer extraordinaire who also gets around and shows versatility Rating 90
mId Yaya Toure (manchester city) 45m ndash Nowhere close to his form of the previous season even if that can change in the second half of this one Rating 850
FWd Fabio Borini (Liverpool) 3m ndash Tipped here to eventually do well but long-term injury befell him just at the time he was settling into his new team and system Rating 80
FWd olivier Giroud (Arsenal) 45m ndash Has been nudging levels above average of late Rating 850
FWd Papiss cisse (newcastle United) 5m ndash Another player showing an astonishing fall from the excellence of the final third of the previous season Newcastle United appear to need re-styling quickly Rating 825
overall rating 9340 (max 100)
The New Year will only bring fireworks given the keen match-up between FFG-CL managers
By Denson Pierre
The Gold Room
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CZECH REPUBLIC - STUNNINGLY DIFFERENT
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Wintry Wonders
ndashlsquoThe sturdy weather-defying people we arersquo
perspectives20
Wintry Wonders
By Sam van Dam
In recent years Amsterdam has been blessed or cursed depending on your point of view by regular snowfall in the winter to spring period It still feels like a bit of a novelty given that we usually experience a grey rainy mess around Christmas time instead of a white blanket With snow becoming a regular but still novel visitor to our beloved city and country our reactions to it cover the full range of emotions from childlike joy that makes us look up into the sky with our tongue sticking out to catch some of the little fluffy flakes followed by a frantic run to the attic to find those old ice-skates among all the rubble to angry fist-shaking at the heavens followed by a desperate soul-crushing ldquoNoooooordquo usually from those who own a car and have to start their day with some hand-numbing ice removal from the frozen windows of their vehicles not to mention the inevitable traffic jams
ndashlsquoNegotiate your steel horse through piles of ice and snow covering every surfacersquo
perspectives21
ndashlsquoAn iced-over surface is the natural enemy of anything moving across itrsquo
perspectives22
clouds Going by the sheer number of mangled locals hauled off to hospital emergency rooms each January it often seems like we forget everything wersquove learned in previous winters or we simply enjoy kissing the cold asphalt while the bike chain wraps itself around our cold stiffened necks No other explanation makes sense The safest advice is to stay inside until the worst is over but since most of us need to go out and make a living or at least visit the shops to stock up on hot chocolate and whipped cream for those long dark evenings by the fireplace hibernation is sadly not an option Luckily the periods of time when we have to deal with ice and snow are usually short lived and there is always the alternative of the public transport system for those who donrsquot dare to confront the frozen world wheel-on And of course there is one thing that unites all of us in a feverish winter dream and makes us forget all the downsides of the cold season the thought that we might be able to ice-skate on the canals rivers and waterways of our lovely little country There is a magic word that we only dare to whisper for fear that once itrsquos spoken out loud the temperature will rise instantly so Irsquom going to write it in tiny letters only Elfstedentocht (Eleven city tour) This ice-skating race of over 200 kilometres through the beautiful frozen Frisian landscape is the pinnacle of winter wonderland fun for the entire family We were last able to enjoy this mysterious and elusive pleasure in 1997 so wish us luck and hopefully this season we can live the dream again May the winter gods be with us
Being the sturdy weather-defying people we are it does not bother us much to hop on our bikes and face the white landscape But there are a few things to consider before throwing yourself into a winter storm trying to negotiate your steel horse through piles of ice and snow covering every surface Make sure to dress properly ndash itrsquos best to wear several layers of clothing which allows the air trapped in between to warm up and keep you comfortable The outer layer should really be waterproof as snow can become rain in an instant here and you donrsquot want to be stuck in a woollen jacket that will freeze solid and cover you with an icy crust when the wind turns in your direction A nice thick hat and gloves are mandatory the head being the area of your body from which most heat exits and you donrsquot want to let that happen Keep it under wraps to ensure proper brain activity and intact ears even if yoursquore caught out in one of those mini-blizzards that can just pop up out of nowhere Once yoursquore all bundled up and ready for the ride there is of course the small issue of the streets being completely covered in icy sludge the kind that has created wrinkles of despair and fear across the foreheads of generations of Dutch men and women An iced-over surface is the natural enemy of anything moving across it and especially those with only two wheels which have a natural tendency to fall over when not held in check by the trained thighs of a road warrior It is highly advisable to ride slowly and carefully keeping an eye on the road ahead of you for frozen patches These can usually be easily identified by the number of falling bodies and crashing bikes of those who seem to think that gravity is suspended once the fluffy stuff starts drifting down from the
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ndashlsquoWrite it in tiny letters only Elfstedentocht (Eleven city tour)rsquo
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A Russian bears a Chinese panda
Moscow
Once a year I take a foreign holiday and every time I want it to be something special In order to experience the gorgeous Chinese culture and to faint at the sight of enormous skyscrapers in November 2012 I departed Moscow for Hong Kong I wanted my trip to include cultural aspects be affordable and bring something new into my life Looking back I am happy to say that my holiday completely satisfied all these criteria
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By Tatiana Igumensheva
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lsquoA casino which is often the only purpose for visiting Macau especially for people from mainland China and
Hong Kongrsquo
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travel
Macau
Having landed in Honk Kong I took a ferry to Macau which is not as large as its nickname the lsquoAsian Las Vegasrsquo suggests It took me just a day to complete my sightseeing and another to buy souvenirs The only place I omitted from my explorations was a casino which is often the only purpose for visiting Macau especially for people from mainland China and Hong Kong Temples natas (exquisite tarts) Portuguese architecture from the 19th century alongside huge skyscrapers this is the Macau I will remember It is very clean and most museums and temples do not charge for admission I enjoyed the Mandarinrsquos House most of all ndash a great example of home and everyday life habits Jesuit temples are gorgeous as well as the fortress with its lighthouse and of course Macaursquos most famous landmark the ruins of St Paulrsquos cathedral
Macau is a former Portuguese colony and if this one is anything to go by this is something the Portuguese were great at The old city centre has the atmosphere of a small tranquil town ndash very safe and friendly ndash which is exactly what it is both Macau and Hong Kong are probably the two safest places in the world The only thing that was a constant worry was the fact that Macau (and Hong Kong) has no open spaces at all The roads just keep going up and down up and downhellip
Good cardio exercise though I went through it for two days in Macau and then continued my hiking in Hong Kong
Hong Kong
Signs of British colonialism in Hong Kong are noticeable by their absence It was all destroyed in order to make use of every square metre An absence of land has made Hong Kong a temple to skyscrapers and the Chinese appear to have mastered this art perfectly
The first place to see is surely The Peak however Even if you are hysterically afraid of heights you simply must go there This is one view you will never forget Visit it at least twice ndash in the afternoon and in the evening ndash and you will see two different cities below Then take a walk through the central area The way the buildings almost literally scrape the sky excites me every time I look up ndash itlsquos amazing By the way despite being such a technological nation the local Chinese care about the environment in all aspects of their lives They are fond of trees even in a small city-centre park so they can take a little rest on their way to work and they really seem to care about nature There are huge penalties for littering smoking in prohibited areas and great attention to recycling Hong Kong is a city that cares ndash thatrsquos my first impression
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lsquoAn absence of land has made Hong Kong a temple to skyscrapersrsquo
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Another thought I had about all of this progress around me is that being such a progressive society the local Chinese never stopped to become fundamentally religious There are many temples and statues so many religions live together in this peaceful place That was a completely new lifestyle experience for me skyscrapers happily standing alongside all sorts of religious buildings Maybe thatrsquos what freedom of faith is all about
If you manage to get there try to visit all the places described in the tourist guidebooks They are really worth seeing Hong Kong residents spend their weekends visiting these places themselves Ocean Park Big Buddha Mid-levels the Avenue of Stars Hong Kong Park the Botanical and Zoological Gardenshellip I enjoyed all of them greatly
However what struck me the most was the people Forever smiling kind and always helpful Talking to them was a pleasure And some of them cook such delicious dishes that I was ready to eat the plate By the way do not forget that Hong Kong is the capital of international cuisine ndash so try everything Except for Borsch (some restaurants offer it) with which I still believe it is better to get acquainted in Russia or Ukraine All sorts of noodles rice and dumplings are
available here I tried Vietnamese Indian and Hong Kong cuisine and I cannot say which I like morehellip So Hong Kong is a wonderful opportunity to try everything
One last bit of advice if you can afford it take a hotel room with harbour view which will pay you back with interest My harbour-view hotel room suited me perfectly When I was tired of walking I went to my room had a glass of wine watched the lights shimmering on the other side of harbour and was completely happy
I am just reaching the end of my holiday taking a rest in my room and feeling really jealous of anyone about to visit Hong Kong for the first time You are going to enjoy so many exciting emotionshellip
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lsquoThe local Chinese care about the environment in all aspects of their livesrsquo
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travel31
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lsquoHong Kong is a city that caresrsquo
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lsquoHong Kong is the capital of international cuisine ndash so try everythingrsquo
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Silent nights
Winter nights are well suited to staying indoors in the warmth especially after dark Not everyone is a lowland bear however and most of us need thoughtful stimulation to keep smiling through cold nights spent away from living quarters Luckily for Amsterdammers who pay attention from time to time extremely interesting and creative happenings are staged at a price anyone can afford The idea is simple tour the lights of lsquoNew Cityrsquo Amsterdam at night spending a couple of hours on a sturdy comfortable and warm (enclosed) historical craft The city falls silent as soon as you leave the pier and the transformation is complete when the city becomes simply unrecognisable with its flat lines interrupted by a few high-rising buildings shimmering back at you Some things in Amsterdam remain refreshingly surprising even to its well-cured darlings Not much beats having couple glasses of wine while splashing across the IJsselmeer and struggling to figure out which section of the city you are gazing upon through the silence of an icy night
Watch out for repeats wwwlichtophetijnl
city gems
By Denson Pierre
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The Sentinel took up the enthusiastic invitation from the people of the annually occurring Dutch-Lithuanian art event on December 1 The Dutch aspect of the event day and night together with the displayed art was not particularly significant in this case however given that it was one of the more complete cultural cuisine musical and heartily drinking events that the recent European Union arrivalrsquos creative set could conjure with the help of their foreign desk and local culture funds A well produced and expansive programme could be sampled and lightning insight garnered into the culture and artistic impressions of a pearl of Baltic civilisation Vilnius met Amsterdam It just may be time for this e-zine to delve even deeper into Lithuania
See wwwltartnl
Iron Wolves
By Denson Pierre
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MechelenAuthentic and full of surprises Thatrsquos Mechelen Hospitable and honourable Thatrsquos the people of Mechelen Come and experience the cityrsquos urban charms for yourself Mechelen
Authentic and full of surprises Thatrsquos Mechelen Hospitable and honourable Thatrsquos the people of Mechelen Come and experience the cityrsquos urban charms for yourself
photography copy Layla Aerts
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CafeacuteBar Review Batavia 1920
lsquoClassic bar art embraces you as you enterrsquo
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Batavia 1920Prins Hendrikkade 85 1012 AE Amsterdam
It is always handy to know of a wholesome cafeacutebar that ticks all the boxes even if it happens to be located at the busiest point of the old city (obliquely opposite Central Station) Over the course of the different seasons I managed to assess this fine establishment which serves as another reminder of what good honest bars are all about There is still quality available in Amsterdam
AmbianceThoughtful solid furniture easy lighting and classic bar art embraces you as you enter With a chess club professional dart board regular parties and borrels the vibe ranges daily from mellow to vibrant Rating 5
StaffregularsOn my most recent visit I had the pleasure of Elizabeth and Jamie leading the service but staff members are always experienced service is quick and drinks are de-livered with fresh smiles whoever happens to be work-ing The regulars are plentiful and the bar emanates the energy of a good professional lsquoIrishrsquo bar attracting an eclectic international mix to this super-central location It is a perfect meeting point for friends from any cardi-nal direction with the national transportation hub being literally just across the road Rating 5
Televised sportAmple flat screens and channels Rating 4
PricesIn general the prices are standard Central Amsterdam levels which is sadly typical of grand cafeacutes in this post-code area What works in Bataviarsquos favour is that it has an above-average selection of lsquoBelgian beautiesrsquo (beer) on offer Given the advised dosage having two or three should not leave you broke or broken The kitchen also has quite a strong reputation for above-average pub fare The Sunday roast dinner is especially popular and keeps folk who like that sort of thing coming back as often as they can afford it Rating 3
MusicGenuinely diverse popular and world music from a crisp-sounding digital sound system and staff members seem to have cool taste in music Rating 5
Smoking area provisionThere is a large smoking room on the lower level Sim-ple and ingenious air-conditioning allows you to spend your full upstairs session there without the sense of be-ing fumigated If you were not told about the smoking area below you would not know there was one Rating 5
Total rating 2730(Ratings from 1-5 where 1 = Very poor and 5 = Excel-lent)
By Denson Pierre
lsquoA perfect meeting point for friends from any cardinal directionrsquo
cafebar review6
1
lsquoIt has an above-average selection of lsquoBelgian beautiesrsquorsquo
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lsquoStaff members seem to have cool taste in musicrsquo
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For complete and world class tours of Prague
Packages includebull Hidden and playful Prague (for families with young children)bull Literary Praguebull Prague Architecture through the agesbull Religion and the citybull The old city at night
These are detailed tours designed for visitors who wish to explore with great detail and not suitable for simply sight-seeing tourists
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ContactJaroslav Cernosek+420 602 228 797Mail jcernosekcentrumcz
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star beer guide
The SentinelStar beer guide
lsquoFind the better bars serving it at the right price in the New Yearrsquo
Clever marketing and an effective pricing campaign has led to this A-class standard-bearing blonde becoming one of the most easily found lsquorealrsquo beers in Amsterdam cafeacutes and bars With its distinctive charisma and fresh fruity taste it sits just on the edge in terms of strength and only the brave and seasoned can be found using it as a session beer Prices across Amsterdam for the same Trappist-glass measure can range dramatically from euro 250 to euro 425 per glass so there is fun to be had trying to find the better bars serving it at the right price in the New Year Your search will be rewarded by this cool classic
Grimbergen Blonde is brewed by Alken-Maes Alken Belgium
By Denson Pierre
GRIMBERGEN BLONDE (67 ABV)
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BRING BACK
A substantial amount of the culture on mainland Europe revolves around platinum-standard beer of various descriptions and fl avours being easily available Amsterdam is not lacking in cafeacutes bars off licences supermarkets and online outlets stocking truly great beers available either immediately or within 24 hours With the growing popularity of high-yeast and high alcohol by volume brands how these drinks are served is a cause for concern however
Led by the Belgians and French the art of designing a glass that refl ects the individual quality of the liquid experience within is among these productsrsquo most out-standing features after their fl avour and power to in-toxicate Any beer of decent repute has its own glass in which it is intended to be served This always takes the form and size of a sensible measure to ensure a taste experience at the correct temperature and allow people to enjoy the evoked sensations before fi nding them-selves suddenly and blindingly drunk What we now often fi nd in tourist-pressed Amsterdam are these lsquoreal beersrsquo being off ered and served to ignorant punters in pint (or half-litre) measures leading to people becom-ing drunk at speed and destroying the overall aesthetic of lsquobeering itrsquo with style
The Sentinel says bring back the serving of high-alco-hol-content drinks in appropriate measures and if pos-sible in the glasses especially designed for the purpose This would be desirable for all manner of reasons not least health and safety Barkeepers can be educators too and it shouldnrsquot be too diffi cult to persuade tourists (usually German British and Irish) who represent the majority of volume drinkers in the cityrsquos more desirable watering holes It is foolish greedy and uncouth to con-sume high-alcohol beverages in such volumes and not expect to end up senselessly drunk and ultimately spoil the whole experience Volume drinkers should simply be directed to the lsquopiss waterrsquo beers of which there are many to satiate their needs and leave the quality beer tours for when they have educated themselves in the culture and manner of consumption that ensures maxi-mum pleasure and above all style
By Denson Pierre
STYLED BEER GLASSES
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We find the best most fun most typical exciting or local favourite restaurants etcetera in Amsterdam and bring them to you an easy way to feel like a local
Het Compagnie Theater Amsterdam 12122012
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EUROGIFTSXenonweg 9 3812 SZ Amersfoort
Tel 033 - 454 35 75 - Fax 033 - 454 35 79E-mail lmproefeurogiftsnl
Website wwweurogiftsnl
FILMPROEF
ORDERNUMMER 6021022ARTIKELNUMMER 65123
Ware grootte (indien uitgeprint)Kleur opdruk Wit
Mulligans Irish Music BarAmsterdamrsquos best address for live Irish music Five (5) nights a week Check our agenda for upcoming sessions
Cafeacute KostverlorenCafeacute Kostverloren is a contemporary cafe offering the cosiness of a saloon an open kitchen and the intimacy of a living room During summer there is a large sunny terrace and during winter an open fi replace
VibesVibes is a relaxing cafecocktail bar art gallery with a large selection of coffees herbal teas homemade cakes and an amazing card of cocktails made with fresh fruit by a professional cocktail bartenderEnjoy our Italian kitchen in a cosy and friendly atmosphere
IncantoIncanto is a restaurant with a classic Italian kitchen Venetian chef Simone Ambrosin is known for his pure and simple style of cooking with feeling for nuance The wine list contains over 150 Italian wines
Planet RosePlanet Rose is the fi rst Caribbean restaurant in the Netherlands which specializes in Jamaican cuisine The menu features a daily changing selection of JamaicanCaribbean dishes and they ensure that you enjoy the whole expe-rience while dining with them
Cafe TisfrisCafe Tisfris is recognisable for its landmarks funky pillars and terrace Tisfris offers a friendly service and is a great pit stop for ldquoyummyrdquo refreshments
Cafe restaurant EdelCafe restaurant Edel is the perfect place for lunch dinner or to simply enjoy a drink Edel is a unique place in Amsterdam
Cafeacute OportoCafeacute Oporto is a traditional Amsterdam lsquobrown cafersquo Welcoming tourists and regular customers alike they offer televised sports wireless internet connection and a wide range of reasonably priced beers and spirits
Connoisseurs Delight Fun Drinking amp MusicTo Be Seen and Tasted
To Be Seen and Tasted
Fun Drinking amp Music
Connoisseurs Delight
Connoisseurs Delight
To Be Seen and Tasted
Neighbourhood cosy
Opera Prima - Patisserie Bistro TraiteurThe best place in town for lunch exquisite high teas or brunches and all of your luxury catering both private and corporate
Kinkerstraat 228 Amsterdamwwwoperaprimanl
St Antoniebreestraat 142 Amsterdamwwwtisfrisnl
Postjesweg 1 1057 DT Amsterdamwwwedelamsterdamnl
Zoutsteeg 1 1012 LX Amsterdamwwwcafeoportonethome
Amstel 100 1017 AC Amsterdamwwwmulligansnl
2e Kostverlorenkade 70 Amsterdamwwwcafekostverlorennl
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Where is this inAmsterdam
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Room 2cfilm
This is the one that will make you pause James Stewart one of my top ten actors of all time plays a businessman fighting to keep his life and family together while everything is crashing down around him In steps an lsquoangelrsquo to try and convince him that life is not as bad as it seems and that other people would be a lot worse off without him Probably the highest rated film Irsquove ever reviewed and one of the most Christmas-delicious I know
Could you walk 2400 kilometres while being pursued with little more than a longing to return to your homeland and mother to keep you and your dependant companions going Would you do this twice This utterly moving film highlights the true-life Australian apartheid practices of the twentieth century and the trauma it caused to native Australians The barren landscapes provide the perfect backdrop for compelling cinema-tography and its dryness will be irrigated by your tears
By David King
By dpmotions
Itrsquos a Wonderful Life (1946)
Rabbit-Proof Fence (2002)
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lsquoFacebook in particular is responsible for exacerbating unspoken competitivenessrsquo
By Dirkje Bakker-Pierre
Trends in the food industry are moving faster than lightning and are harder and harder to keep up with When you are all geared up to create your own artsy cupcakes all of a sudden cupcakes are out and macaroons are the flavour of the day
Sweat dripping and cheeks burning with stress levels going through the roof women all around the country have been toiling night and day to create just the right pimped-up cakes (completely covered in layers of pink and red marzipan tiny silver sugar balls and rose petals made from feather-light sugar) which look like they come from one of the newly popped-up cupcake shops Facebook in particular is responsible for exacerbating unspoken competitiveness due to images being posted of better looking and prettier cakes just after you posted your own in comparison pretty sad creations forcing you back into the kitchen to try again
One day itrsquos cutting out names from layers of chocolate the next itrsquos squirting curls and swirls of rainbow colours or grating organic carrots for the rather awkward lsquohealthyrsquo version the carrot cupcake
Shops have adjusted their aisles to make way for endless shelves of specialised products in all ranges of sweetness and multicoloured cuteness shapes tools mixtures and machines It is a whole world of custom products which just keeps growing and changing and you need to keep up with it all or risk being hopelessly left behind There are pink-coloured cook books workshops websites self-help groups and neglected overweight children crying for something non-sweet for once
But then after all your attempts and when you finally think you have achieved perfection before you know it you make a complete fool of yourself by serving the wrong type of sweet and colourful titbits because a new trend has already arrived That really makes you feel like a macaroon
All Caked Out
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Winter solstice is an exciting time of year when we all start dreaming of more sun more light and more inspiration Continuing the gemstone theme I would like to draw your attention to the very lovely and sparkling sunstone also known as heliolite It is the official gemstone of the US state of Oregon which is a prime source for this beautiful gem The name heliolite is derived from the Greek lsquoheliosrsquo and lsquolithosrsquo which mean lsquosunrsquo and lsquostonersquo It was first discovered in Viking burial mounds but despite its long history is not found in abundance
Sunstone is metallic in appearance and comes in red orange or green colours However cleaner red sunstone is very rare and commands proper gemstone prices The stone is a composite of oligoclase feldspar which also contains hematite or goethite The presence of hematite or goethite gives the stone its ability to reflect light hence the name sunstone Sunstone is said to be an inspiration stone able to bestow freedom independence and happiness It also said to reduce fear alleviate stress and bring good luck in any game of chance This sparkly stone has a further use in healing and is believed to endow its wearers with enhanced self-healing powers Other properties
Shine
By Evelina Kvartunaite
ndash
lsquoDreaming of more sun more light and more inspirationrsquo
ndash
include stimulating the vegetative autonomic nervous system and enhancing the harmonious functioning of all the bodyrsquos organs It is also quite helpful in cases of exhaustion due to lack of sleep
The gemstone is used to treat chronic sore throats and relieves pain caused by stomach ulcers It has proved successful in alleviating Seasonal Affective Disorder (or SAD) and is also known for relieving cartilage problems rheumatism and general aches and pains Sunstone helps in dealing with depression and frees its wearers from feelings of discrimination and failure as well as from perceptions of an lsquoevil worldrsquo Sunstone increases a personrsquos sense of self-esteem and self-worth
Sunstone is particularly beneficial when used in sunshine or sunlight It brings abundance to a personrsquos life and transforms negative energy into positive energy
If you have any other helpful tips you would like to share please let me know at evelinakvartunaiteconsultancymarketmediacom
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lsquoBestow freedom independence and happinessrsquo
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lsquoIt has proved successful in alleviating Seasonal Affective
Disorderrsquo
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world this lsquotrickeryrsquo has moved online With todayrsquos short attention spans the potential to draw users to a website and retain them is a crucial skill which is rewarded by the revenue that can be generated based on how long a user stays on a website Link-baiting should have been foreseen since it is inevitable
Every click on a website is a revenue-generating moment in terms of advertising The amount of adverts to which you can expose an online user as they click to and through your website is the currency used to determine whether an advertising agency spends its budget on one publication over another Real journalism and insightful opinions once drove online traffic for web publications but link-baiting is now seriously derailing this approach
Most of the time the story behind the sensational link does not live up to expectations A typical example of this can be found in the online edition of the Watford Observer on Tuesday 31 July 2012 The link-bait read ldquoCameron Diaz vows to kick drug habit with help of stepdadrdquo However following the link or falling for the bait led to the underwhelming story ldquoDrug user Cameron Diaz of Broomfield Rise Abbots Langley has sworn to clean up his act with the help of his stepfatherrdquo Although the story was factually correct the intention of the publication was to trick the
One of my previous articles described how online technology publications are subverting reality by not correctly echoing the sentiments of the consuming public Part of the cause of this is that usually in a bid to counter the majority of lacklustre stories floating around they subvert reality to make it more interesting How many non-geeks really care about the advantages of modelling parallelism on serial programs with the Intelreg Advisor XE Itrsquos certainly not a typically newsworthy story
As a result an annoying phenomenon has slowly been building momentum This is now quite evident all over the internet and is destroying good journalism The phenomenon is called Link-baiting Our trustworthy source of internet knowledge describes Link-bait(ing) as anything ldquointeresting enough to catch peoplersquos attentionrdquo (httpenwikipediaorgwikiLink_bait)
Link-baiting is synonymous with the sensational cover stories used on the front of magazines to entice people walking past to pick up the magazines and delve into them As with most things from the print
No news is good news
lsquoQuite evident all over the internet and is destroying good
journalismrsquo
By Simon Owusu
technology
TechBit Sio-Bytes
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provider in America to the tune of US$ 400 million The initial story broke on the PRWEB website and the majority of online publications regurgitated the story with no additional insights such as the implications of such a deal which real journalism would call for None of them bothered to check the sources or the credibility of the story Millions of revenue-generating clicks later the more seasoned online publications such as CNN AllThings D and CNET broke the bigger story that the press release was fake and that both Google and ICOA Wireless had denied the story In a rush to break the story the first rule of journalism was contravened lsquoAlways check your sourcesrsquo
Given the transient nature of any false news stories posted on the internet these days the story quickly disappeared from most of the offending publications and today you will be hard pressed to find any mention of this slip-up The Sentinel we like to think always brings you the truth albeit typed on an iPad Mini so donrsquot count on us to follow such faulty phenomena and trends
online user into clicking on it due to the coincidental name-sharing of the Abbots Langley Cameron Diaz with the famous American actress Every link clicked demonstrates the potential for advertisers to reach larger audiences and generate revenue for the online publications
From the same school as link-baiting comes the phenomenon of lsquofirst past the postrsquo journalism within the advertising-driven online publication world In this type of journalism emphasis is placed on being first to publish or break a news story Online publications that are first to break a news story attract a high amount of traffic (which translates into large revenues generated by advertising) since they are the only source of that particular information for a short space of time Online users have no choice but to visit that particular site if they wish to read the scoop The downside of this is that in a bid to be first to reap the advertising revenues frequently news stories are not properly checked for credibility On Monday 26 November 2012 nearly every online technology publication published the story of Google purchasing ICOA Wireless a Wi-Fi hot-spot
lsquoFrequently news stories are not properly checked for credibilityrsquo
lsquolsquoAlways check your sourcesrsquorsquo
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these people in business suits are rushing to check in their business cases Irsquom manoeuvring my 19-metre ski bag between them Strange looks and questions donrsquot surprise me anymore The looks whispers and questions Irsquove had while on trains from one place to the next or on the tram after going to the beach on my way to the indoor slope this summer On the one hand they made me feel like I was some strange creature from another planet but on the other they got me extra stoked up about what Irsquom doing
As I write this itrsquos a week after I checked in my bags and Irsquom sitting in my favourite coffee shop Cuppa Joersquos in Breckenridge Colorado Over the past five days Irsquove been getting up every morning at around 630 am and getting out at around 800am Anyone who knows me will probably raise an eyebrow at this When Irsquom working at home on my photos and stories for the White Freeski Magazine where Irsquom editor-in-chief or on freelance assignments my daily rhythm is completely the opposite But I guess thatrsquos the nice thing about jetlag
Itrsquos hard to describe the feeling of finally getting back
You know that feeling of bubbly excitement you get when you are getting ready to go and do something yoursquove been anticipating for a long long time It might be finally nailing that presentation to finish up university cooking a great dinner for friends or excitement about meeting up with someone
Getting my bags out from the basement after they had been collecting dust for the past eight months prompted those feelings to rush through my veins once again Even though I donrsquot mind being home going to the beach and rehabbing my knee and visiting friends in different countries over the summer all this has taken place in the city and Irsquove been missing the mountains terribly As Irsquom getting my bags out it makes me realise that it really is almost time for me to click into my skis again and breathe in the fresh mountain air
After packing it was finally time to get on my flight to Denver Colorado on Monday morning While all
white outBubbles of Excitement
By Ananda van Welij
Just another girl from a country without mountains addicted to snow
lsquoGo and do something yoursquove been anticipating for a long long timersquo
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have ahead of me this winter Looking forward again instead of being bummed I try to focus on the bright side like I did while I was stuck at home rehabbing and walking on crutches Trying to be inspired by what I see around me and what others do and have instead of being frustrated by it
It makes me wonder about just working and meeting up with friends at home I know I have a privileged life as Irsquom sitting here but isnrsquot this something we all experience in our daily lives It can be hard to sit down let go of the frustration sadness and problems and look forward Itrsquos not always possible to do it overnight but I think that just trying makes you feel better and in the end it allows you to bubble with excitement again no matter if itrsquos for a day of skiing or for finishing that project
My new mission for this season is to stay positive and draw inspiration from the people and things around me Irsquoll let you know how Irsquom doing in three weeksrsquo time
onto my skis after being out for eight months due to a torn MCL Cruising down the hill feeling and hearing the snow crunch under my feet It might sound strange to you but to me itrsquos a special sort of magic I guess it has something to do with the dopamine your body makes while having a great rush of excitement Although Irsquom pretty tired right now and taking a day off from skiing just walking outside and knowing that I can go up the hill any moment I like makes me feel better
Being so excited to be back on the snow after an injury also has a downside It comes in the form of having to hold myself back Since my injury I havenrsquot been jumping or doing any crazy tricks Itrsquos hard seeing all my friends jump and having fun in the park knowing I really shouldnrsquot do any of that stuff yet My mind is screaming ldquoYou can do that toordquo But Irsquom scared of a repeat injury brought on by pushing myself too hard too fast I have to force myself to sit down talk to my friends and listen to their stories of having fun while being genuinely happy for them To enjoy the sun instead of freaking myself out eat some good food have a good laugh and think of all the fun trips I
lsquoExtra stoked up about what Irsquom doingrsquo
lsquoTo me itrsquos a special sort of magicrsquo
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We have reached the point of the season when the outstanding manager of the first half has his team profiled and receives a pat on the back An overall lead at Xmas more often than not means that the team has peaked during the first half of the season before going on to show signs of weakness This season unusually we have a manager who has led strongly from the very early weeks but who still has a full supply of substitutes in reserve This bodes ill for the other managers as even though he has been professionally hunted down to the point that his lead is now meagre (or even gone by the time this is published) Steven Fockema still holds all the aces given that his reserves remain intact while the chasersrsquo have been used up to varying degrees
Daft3Punks
GK Tim Krul (newcastle United) 25m ndash Out injured from the beginning of September until the end of November No proper form assessment possible so far this season and his team are in apparent gradual creep towards the relegation zone Rating 825
deF Jose enrique (Liverpool) 35m ndash At a work-in-progress team Now playing regularly as a midfielder and showing positive form Rating 85
deF daniel Agger (Liverpool) 4m ndash Still more bluster and posing than glory Rating 825
deF Winston Reid (West Ham) 1m ndash Doing New Zealand proud in the Premier League at his price West Ham may not secure a greater number of clean sheets in the second half of the season however Rating 80
deF Jan Vertonghen (Tottenham Hotspur) 45m ndash Handsome driving Belgian vanilla One of the stars of the season thus far Rating 90
mId Gareth Bale (Tottenham Hotspur) 55m ndash The most impressive individual player in the current Premier League Rating 915
mId michu (Swansea city) 2m ndash Incredible value at his price A natural goal-scorer extraordinaire who also gets around and shows versatility Rating 90
mId Yaya Toure (manchester city) 45m ndash Nowhere close to his form of the previous season even if that can change in the second half of this one Rating 850
FWd Fabio Borini (Liverpool) 3m ndash Tipped here to eventually do well but long-term injury befell him just at the time he was settling into his new team and system Rating 80
FWd olivier Giroud (Arsenal) 45m ndash Has been nudging levels above average of late Rating 850
FWd Papiss cisse (newcastle United) 5m ndash Another player showing an astonishing fall from the excellence of the final third of the previous season Newcastle United appear to need re-styling quickly Rating 825
overall rating 9340 (max 100)
The New Year will only bring fireworks given the keen match-up between FFG-CL managers
By Denson Pierre
The Gold Room
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Wintry Wonders
ndashlsquoThe sturdy weather-defying people we arersquo
perspectives20
Wintry Wonders
By Sam van Dam
In recent years Amsterdam has been blessed or cursed depending on your point of view by regular snowfall in the winter to spring period It still feels like a bit of a novelty given that we usually experience a grey rainy mess around Christmas time instead of a white blanket With snow becoming a regular but still novel visitor to our beloved city and country our reactions to it cover the full range of emotions from childlike joy that makes us look up into the sky with our tongue sticking out to catch some of the little fluffy flakes followed by a frantic run to the attic to find those old ice-skates among all the rubble to angry fist-shaking at the heavens followed by a desperate soul-crushing ldquoNoooooordquo usually from those who own a car and have to start their day with some hand-numbing ice removal from the frozen windows of their vehicles not to mention the inevitable traffic jams
ndashlsquoNegotiate your steel horse through piles of ice and snow covering every surfacersquo
perspectives21
ndashlsquoAn iced-over surface is the natural enemy of anything moving across itrsquo
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clouds Going by the sheer number of mangled locals hauled off to hospital emergency rooms each January it often seems like we forget everything wersquove learned in previous winters or we simply enjoy kissing the cold asphalt while the bike chain wraps itself around our cold stiffened necks No other explanation makes sense The safest advice is to stay inside until the worst is over but since most of us need to go out and make a living or at least visit the shops to stock up on hot chocolate and whipped cream for those long dark evenings by the fireplace hibernation is sadly not an option Luckily the periods of time when we have to deal with ice and snow are usually short lived and there is always the alternative of the public transport system for those who donrsquot dare to confront the frozen world wheel-on And of course there is one thing that unites all of us in a feverish winter dream and makes us forget all the downsides of the cold season the thought that we might be able to ice-skate on the canals rivers and waterways of our lovely little country There is a magic word that we only dare to whisper for fear that once itrsquos spoken out loud the temperature will rise instantly so Irsquom going to write it in tiny letters only Elfstedentocht (Eleven city tour) This ice-skating race of over 200 kilometres through the beautiful frozen Frisian landscape is the pinnacle of winter wonderland fun for the entire family We were last able to enjoy this mysterious and elusive pleasure in 1997 so wish us luck and hopefully this season we can live the dream again May the winter gods be with us
Being the sturdy weather-defying people we are it does not bother us much to hop on our bikes and face the white landscape But there are a few things to consider before throwing yourself into a winter storm trying to negotiate your steel horse through piles of ice and snow covering every surface Make sure to dress properly ndash itrsquos best to wear several layers of clothing which allows the air trapped in between to warm up and keep you comfortable The outer layer should really be waterproof as snow can become rain in an instant here and you donrsquot want to be stuck in a woollen jacket that will freeze solid and cover you with an icy crust when the wind turns in your direction A nice thick hat and gloves are mandatory the head being the area of your body from which most heat exits and you donrsquot want to let that happen Keep it under wraps to ensure proper brain activity and intact ears even if yoursquore caught out in one of those mini-blizzards that can just pop up out of nowhere Once yoursquore all bundled up and ready for the ride there is of course the small issue of the streets being completely covered in icy sludge the kind that has created wrinkles of despair and fear across the foreheads of generations of Dutch men and women An iced-over surface is the natural enemy of anything moving across it and especially those with only two wheels which have a natural tendency to fall over when not held in check by the trained thighs of a road warrior It is highly advisable to ride slowly and carefully keeping an eye on the road ahead of you for frozen patches These can usually be easily identified by the number of falling bodies and crashing bikes of those who seem to think that gravity is suspended once the fluffy stuff starts drifting down from the
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A Russian bears a Chinese panda
Moscow
Once a year I take a foreign holiday and every time I want it to be something special In order to experience the gorgeous Chinese culture and to faint at the sight of enormous skyscrapers in November 2012 I departed Moscow for Hong Kong I wanted my trip to include cultural aspects be affordable and bring something new into my life Looking back I am happy to say that my holiday completely satisfied all these criteria
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By Tatiana Igumensheva
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lsquoA casino which is often the only purpose for visiting Macau especially for people from mainland China and
Hong Kongrsquo
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Macau
Having landed in Honk Kong I took a ferry to Macau which is not as large as its nickname the lsquoAsian Las Vegasrsquo suggests It took me just a day to complete my sightseeing and another to buy souvenirs The only place I omitted from my explorations was a casino which is often the only purpose for visiting Macau especially for people from mainland China and Hong Kong Temples natas (exquisite tarts) Portuguese architecture from the 19th century alongside huge skyscrapers this is the Macau I will remember It is very clean and most museums and temples do not charge for admission I enjoyed the Mandarinrsquos House most of all ndash a great example of home and everyday life habits Jesuit temples are gorgeous as well as the fortress with its lighthouse and of course Macaursquos most famous landmark the ruins of St Paulrsquos cathedral
Macau is a former Portuguese colony and if this one is anything to go by this is something the Portuguese were great at The old city centre has the atmosphere of a small tranquil town ndash very safe and friendly ndash which is exactly what it is both Macau and Hong Kong are probably the two safest places in the world The only thing that was a constant worry was the fact that Macau (and Hong Kong) has no open spaces at all The roads just keep going up and down up and downhellip
Good cardio exercise though I went through it for two days in Macau and then continued my hiking in Hong Kong
Hong Kong
Signs of British colonialism in Hong Kong are noticeable by their absence It was all destroyed in order to make use of every square metre An absence of land has made Hong Kong a temple to skyscrapers and the Chinese appear to have mastered this art perfectly
The first place to see is surely The Peak however Even if you are hysterically afraid of heights you simply must go there This is one view you will never forget Visit it at least twice ndash in the afternoon and in the evening ndash and you will see two different cities below Then take a walk through the central area The way the buildings almost literally scrape the sky excites me every time I look up ndash itlsquos amazing By the way despite being such a technological nation the local Chinese care about the environment in all aspects of their lives They are fond of trees even in a small city-centre park so they can take a little rest on their way to work and they really seem to care about nature There are huge penalties for littering smoking in prohibited areas and great attention to recycling Hong Kong is a city that cares ndash thatrsquos my first impression
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lsquoAn absence of land has made Hong Kong a temple to skyscrapersrsquo
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Another thought I had about all of this progress around me is that being such a progressive society the local Chinese never stopped to become fundamentally religious There are many temples and statues so many religions live together in this peaceful place That was a completely new lifestyle experience for me skyscrapers happily standing alongside all sorts of religious buildings Maybe thatrsquos what freedom of faith is all about
If you manage to get there try to visit all the places described in the tourist guidebooks They are really worth seeing Hong Kong residents spend their weekends visiting these places themselves Ocean Park Big Buddha Mid-levels the Avenue of Stars Hong Kong Park the Botanical and Zoological Gardenshellip I enjoyed all of them greatly
However what struck me the most was the people Forever smiling kind and always helpful Talking to them was a pleasure And some of them cook such delicious dishes that I was ready to eat the plate By the way do not forget that Hong Kong is the capital of international cuisine ndash so try everything Except for Borsch (some restaurants offer it) with which I still believe it is better to get acquainted in Russia or Ukraine All sorts of noodles rice and dumplings are
available here I tried Vietnamese Indian and Hong Kong cuisine and I cannot say which I like morehellip So Hong Kong is a wonderful opportunity to try everything
One last bit of advice if you can afford it take a hotel room with harbour view which will pay you back with interest My harbour-view hotel room suited me perfectly When I was tired of walking I went to my room had a glass of wine watched the lights shimmering on the other side of harbour and was completely happy
I am just reaching the end of my holiday taking a rest in my room and feeling really jealous of anyone about to visit Hong Kong for the first time You are going to enjoy so many exciting emotionshellip
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lsquoThe local Chinese care about the environment in all aspects of their livesrsquo
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lsquoHong Kong is a city that caresrsquo
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lsquoHong Kong is the capital of international cuisine ndash so try everythingrsquo
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Silent nights
Winter nights are well suited to staying indoors in the warmth especially after dark Not everyone is a lowland bear however and most of us need thoughtful stimulation to keep smiling through cold nights spent away from living quarters Luckily for Amsterdammers who pay attention from time to time extremely interesting and creative happenings are staged at a price anyone can afford The idea is simple tour the lights of lsquoNew Cityrsquo Amsterdam at night spending a couple of hours on a sturdy comfortable and warm (enclosed) historical craft The city falls silent as soon as you leave the pier and the transformation is complete when the city becomes simply unrecognisable with its flat lines interrupted by a few high-rising buildings shimmering back at you Some things in Amsterdam remain refreshingly surprising even to its well-cured darlings Not much beats having couple glasses of wine while splashing across the IJsselmeer and struggling to figure out which section of the city you are gazing upon through the silence of an icy night
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The Sentinel took up the enthusiastic invitation from the people of the annually occurring Dutch-Lithuanian art event on December 1 The Dutch aspect of the event day and night together with the displayed art was not particularly significant in this case however given that it was one of the more complete cultural cuisine musical and heartily drinking events that the recent European Union arrivalrsquos creative set could conjure with the help of their foreign desk and local culture funds A well produced and expansive programme could be sampled and lightning insight garnered into the culture and artistic impressions of a pearl of Baltic civilisation Vilnius met Amsterdam It just may be time for this e-zine to delve even deeper into Lithuania
See wwwltartnl
Iron Wolves
By Denson Pierre
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MechelenAuthentic and full of surprises Thatrsquos Mechelen Hospitable and honourable Thatrsquos the people of Mechelen Come and experience the cityrsquos urban charms for yourself Mechelen
Authentic and full of surprises Thatrsquos Mechelen Hospitable and honourable Thatrsquos the people of Mechelen Come and experience the cityrsquos urban charms for yourself
photography copy Layla Aerts
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CafeacuteBar Review Batavia 1920
lsquoClassic bar art embraces you as you enterrsquo
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Batavia 1920Prins Hendrikkade 85 1012 AE Amsterdam
It is always handy to know of a wholesome cafeacutebar that ticks all the boxes even if it happens to be located at the busiest point of the old city (obliquely opposite Central Station) Over the course of the different seasons I managed to assess this fine establishment which serves as another reminder of what good honest bars are all about There is still quality available in Amsterdam
AmbianceThoughtful solid furniture easy lighting and classic bar art embraces you as you enter With a chess club professional dart board regular parties and borrels the vibe ranges daily from mellow to vibrant Rating 5
StaffregularsOn my most recent visit I had the pleasure of Elizabeth and Jamie leading the service but staff members are always experienced service is quick and drinks are de-livered with fresh smiles whoever happens to be work-ing The regulars are plentiful and the bar emanates the energy of a good professional lsquoIrishrsquo bar attracting an eclectic international mix to this super-central location It is a perfect meeting point for friends from any cardi-nal direction with the national transportation hub being literally just across the road Rating 5
Televised sportAmple flat screens and channels Rating 4
PricesIn general the prices are standard Central Amsterdam levels which is sadly typical of grand cafeacutes in this post-code area What works in Bataviarsquos favour is that it has an above-average selection of lsquoBelgian beautiesrsquo (beer) on offer Given the advised dosage having two or three should not leave you broke or broken The kitchen also has quite a strong reputation for above-average pub fare The Sunday roast dinner is especially popular and keeps folk who like that sort of thing coming back as often as they can afford it Rating 3
MusicGenuinely diverse popular and world music from a crisp-sounding digital sound system and staff members seem to have cool taste in music Rating 5
Smoking area provisionThere is a large smoking room on the lower level Sim-ple and ingenious air-conditioning allows you to spend your full upstairs session there without the sense of be-ing fumigated If you were not told about the smoking area below you would not know there was one Rating 5
Total rating 2730(Ratings from 1-5 where 1 = Very poor and 5 = Excel-lent)
By Denson Pierre
lsquoA perfect meeting point for friends from any cardinal directionrsquo
cafebar review6
1
lsquoIt has an above-average selection of lsquoBelgian beautiesrsquorsquo
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lsquoStaff members seem to have cool taste in musicrsquo
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For complete and world class tours of Prague
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Day segments and ratesPR 0800-1230hrs AG 1330-1630hrs UE 1730-2130hrsAll sessions are priced at u 25 per single adult Group size upper limit = 8 Accompanied children under the age of five are gratis and school aged children pay 25 Family package rates are negotiable
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star beer guide
The SentinelStar beer guide
lsquoFind the better bars serving it at the right price in the New Yearrsquo
Clever marketing and an effective pricing campaign has led to this A-class standard-bearing blonde becoming one of the most easily found lsquorealrsquo beers in Amsterdam cafeacutes and bars With its distinctive charisma and fresh fruity taste it sits just on the edge in terms of strength and only the brave and seasoned can be found using it as a session beer Prices across Amsterdam for the same Trappist-glass measure can range dramatically from euro 250 to euro 425 per glass so there is fun to be had trying to find the better bars serving it at the right price in the New Year Your search will be rewarded by this cool classic
Grimbergen Blonde is brewed by Alken-Maes Alken Belgium
By Denson Pierre
GRIMBERGEN BLONDE (67 ABV)
67star beer guide
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BRING BACK
A substantial amount of the culture on mainland Europe revolves around platinum-standard beer of various descriptions and fl avours being easily available Amsterdam is not lacking in cafeacutes bars off licences supermarkets and online outlets stocking truly great beers available either immediately or within 24 hours With the growing popularity of high-yeast and high alcohol by volume brands how these drinks are served is a cause for concern however
Led by the Belgians and French the art of designing a glass that refl ects the individual quality of the liquid experience within is among these productsrsquo most out-standing features after their fl avour and power to in-toxicate Any beer of decent repute has its own glass in which it is intended to be served This always takes the form and size of a sensible measure to ensure a taste experience at the correct temperature and allow people to enjoy the evoked sensations before fi nding them-selves suddenly and blindingly drunk What we now often fi nd in tourist-pressed Amsterdam are these lsquoreal beersrsquo being off ered and served to ignorant punters in pint (or half-litre) measures leading to people becom-ing drunk at speed and destroying the overall aesthetic of lsquobeering itrsquo with style
The Sentinel says bring back the serving of high-alco-hol-content drinks in appropriate measures and if pos-sible in the glasses especially designed for the purpose This would be desirable for all manner of reasons not least health and safety Barkeepers can be educators too and it shouldnrsquot be too diffi cult to persuade tourists (usually German British and Irish) who represent the majority of volume drinkers in the cityrsquos more desirable watering holes It is foolish greedy and uncouth to con-sume high-alcohol beverages in such volumes and not expect to end up senselessly drunk and ultimately spoil the whole experience Volume drinkers should simply be directed to the lsquopiss waterrsquo beers of which there are many to satiate their needs and leave the quality beer tours for when they have educated themselves in the culture and manner of consumption that ensures maxi-mum pleasure and above all style
By Denson Pierre
STYLED BEER GLASSES
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We find the best most fun most typical exciting or local favourite restaurants etcetera in Amsterdam and bring them to you an easy way to feel like a local
Het Compagnie Theater Amsterdam 12122012
Recommended
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EUROGIFTSXenonweg 9 3812 SZ Amersfoort
Tel 033 - 454 35 75 - Fax 033 - 454 35 79E-mail lmproefeurogiftsnl
Website wwweurogiftsnl
FILMPROEF
ORDERNUMMER 6021022ARTIKELNUMMER 65123
Ware grootte (indien uitgeprint)Kleur opdruk Wit
Mulligans Irish Music BarAmsterdamrsquos best address for live Irish music Five (5) nights a week Check our agenda for upcoming sessions
Cafeacute KostverlorenCafeacute Kostverloren is a contemporary cafe offering the cosiness of a saloon an open kitchen and the intimacy of a living room During summer there is a large sunny terrace and during winter an open fi replace
VibesVibes is a relaxing cafecocktail bar art gallery with a large selection of coffees herbal teas homemade cakes and an amazing card of cocktails made with fresh fruit by a professional cocktail bartenderEnjoy our Italian kitchen in a cosy and friendly atmosphere
IncantoIncanto is a restaurant with a classic Italian kitchen Venetian chef Simone Ambrosin is known for his pure and simple style of cooking with feeling for nuance The wine list contains over 150 Italian wines
Planet RosePlanet Rose is the fi rst Caribbean restaurant in the Netherlands which specializes in Jamaican cuisine The menu features a daily changing selection of JamaicanCaribbean dishes and they ensure that you enjoy the whole expe-rience while dining with them
Cafe TisfrisCafe Tisfris is recognisable for its landmarks funky pillars and terrace Tisfris offers a friendly service and is a great pit stop for ldquoyummyrdquo refreshments
Cafe restaurant EdelCafe restaurant Edel is the perfect place for lunch dinner or to simply enjoy a drink Edel is a unique place in Amsterdam
Cafeacute OportoCafeacute Oporto is a traditional Amsterdam lsquobrown cafersquo Welcoming tourists and regular customers alike they offer televised sports wireless internet connection and a wide range of reasonably priced beers and spirits
Connoisseurs Delight Fun Drinking amp MusicTo Be Seen and Tasted
To Be Seen and Tasted
Fun Drinking amp Music
Connoisseurs Delight
Connoisseurs Delight
To Be Seen and Tasted
Neighbourhood cosy
Opera Prima - Patisserie Bistro TraiteurThe best place in town for lunch exquisite high teas or brunches and all of your luxury catering both private and corporate
Kinkerstraat 228 Amsterdamwwwoperaprimanl
St Antoniebreestraat 142 Amsterdamwwwtisfrisnl
Postjesweg 1 1057 DT Amsterdamwwwedelamsterdamnl
Zoutsteeg 1 1012 LX Amsterdamwwwcafeoportonethome
Amstel 100 1017 AC Amsterdamwwwmulligansnl
2e Kostverlorenkade 70 Amsterdamwwwcafekostverlorennl
Jan Pieter Heijestraat 137 Amsterdamwwwwixcomvibes137vibes
Amstel 2 Amsterdamwwwrestaurant-incantonl
Nicolaas Beetsstraat 47 Amsterdamwwwplanetroseinfo
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Where is this inAmsterdam
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Room 2cfilm
This is the one that will make you pause James Stewart one of my top ten actors of all time plays a businessman fighting to keep his life and family together while everything is crashing down around him In steps an lsquoangelrsquo to try and convince him that life is not as bad as it seems and that other people would be a lot worse off without him Probably the highest rated film Irsquove ever reviewed and one of the most Christmas-delicious I know
Could you walk 2400 kilometres while being pursued with little more than a longing to return to your homeland and mother to keep you and your dependant companions going Would you do this twice This utterly moving film highlights the true-life Australian apartheid practices of the twentieth century and the trauma it caused to native Australians The barren landscapes provide the perfect backdrop for compelling cinema-tography and its dryness will be irrigated by your tears
By David King
By dpmotions
Itrsquos a Wonderful Life (1946)
Rabbit-Proof Fence (2002)
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lsquoFacebook in particular is responsible for exacerbating unspoken competitivenessrsquo
By Dirkje Bakker-Pierre
Trends in the food industry are moving faster than lightning and are harder and harder to keep up with When you are all geared up to create your own artsy cupcakes all of a sudden cupcakes are out and macaroons are the flavour of the day
Sweat dripping and cheeks burning with stress levels going through the roof women all around the country have been toiling night and day to create just the right pimped-up cakes (completely covered in layers of pink and red marzipan tiny silver sugar balls and rose petals made from feather-light sugar) which look like they come from one of the newly popped-up cupcake shops Facebook in particular is responsible for exacerbating unspoken competitiveness due to images being posted of better looking and prettier cakes just after you posted your own in comparison pretty sad creations forcing you back into the kitchen to try again
One day itrsquos cutting out names from layers of chocolate the next itrsquos squirting curls and swirls of rainbow colours or grating organic carrots for the rather awkward lsquohealthyrsquo version the carrot cupcake
Shops have adjusted their aisles to make way for endless shelves of specialised products in all ranges of sweetness and multicoloured cuteness shapes tools mixtures and machines It is a whole world of custom products which just keeps growing and changing and you need to keep up with it all or risk being hopelessly left behind There are pink-coloured cook books workshops websites self-help groups and neglected overweight children crying for something non-sweet for once
But then after all your attempts and when you finally think you have achieved perfection before you know it you make a complete fool of yourself by serving the wrong type of sweet and colourful titbits because a new trend has already arrived That really makes you feel like a macaroon
All Caked Out
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Winter solstice is an exciting time of year when we all start dreaming of more sun more light and more inspiration Continuing the gemstone theme I would like to draw your attention to the very lovely and sparkling sunstone also known as heliolite It is the official gemstone of the US state of Oregon which is a prime source for this beautiful gem The name heliolite is derived from the Greek lsquoheliosrsquo and lsquolithosrsquo which mean lsquosunrsquo and lsquostonersquo It was first discovered in Viking burial mounds but despite its long history is not found in abundance
Sunstone is metallic in appearance and comes in red orange or green colours However cleaner red sunstone is very rare and commands proper gemstone prices The stone is a composite of oligoclase feldspar which also contains hematite or goethite The presence of hematite or goethite gives the stone its ability to reflect light hence the name sunstone Sunstone is said to be an inspiration stone able to bestow freedom independence and happiness It also said to reduce fear alleviate stress and bring good luck in any game of chance This sparkly stone has a further use in healing and is believed to endow its wearers with enhanced self-healing powers Other properties
Shine
By Evelina Kvartunaite
ndash
lsquoDreaming of more sun more light and more inspirationrsquo
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include stimulating the vegetative autonomic nervous system and enhancing the harmonious functioning of all the bodyrsquos organs It is also quite helpful in cases of exhaustion due to lack of sleep
The gemstone is used to treat chronic sore throats and relieves pain caused by stomach ulcers It has proved successful in alleviating Seasonal Affective Disorder (or SAD) and is also known for relieving cartilage problems rheumatism and general aches and pains Sunstone helps in dealing with depression and frees its wearers from feelings of discrimination and failure as well as from perceptions of an lsquoevil worldrsquo Sunstone increases a personrsquos sense of self-esteem and self-worth
Sunstone is particularly beneficial when used in sunshine or sunlight It brings abundance to a personrsquos life and transforms negative energy into positive energy
If you have any other helpful tips you would like to share please let me know at evelinakvartunaiteconsultancymarketmediacom
76health amp well-being
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lsquoBestow freedom independence and happinessrsquo
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lsquoIt has proved successful in alleviating Seasonal Affective
Disorderrsquo
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world this lsquotrickeryrsquo has moved online With todayrsquos short attention spans the potential to draw users to a website and retain them is a crucial skill which is rewarded by the revenue that can be generated based on how long a user stays on a website Link-baiting should have been foreseen since it is inevitable
Every click on a website is a revenue-generating moment in terms of advertising The amount of adverts to which you can expose an online user as they click to and through your website is the currency used to determine whether an advertising agency spends its budget on one publication over another Real journalism and insightful opinions once drove online traffic for web publications but link-baiting is now seriously derailing this approach
Most of the time the story behind the sensational link does not live up to expectations A typical example of this can be found in the online edition of the Watford Observer on Tuesday 31 July 2012 The link-bait read ldquoCameron Diaz vows to kick drug habit with help of stepdadrdquo However following the link or falling for the bait led to the underwhelming story ldquoDrug user Cameron Diaz of Broomfield Rise Abbots Langley has sworn to clean up his act with the help of his stepfatherrdquo Although the story was factually correct the intention of the publication was to trick the
One of my previous articles described how online technology publications are subverting reality by not correctly echoing the sentiments of the consuming public Part of the cause of this is that usually in a bid to counter the majority of lacklustre stories floating around they subvert reality to make it more interesting How many non-geeks really care about the advantages of modelling parallelism on serial programs with the Intelreg Advisor XE Itrsquos certainly not a typically newsworthy story
As a result an annoying phenomenon has slowly been building momentum This is now quite evident all over the internet and is destroying good journalism The phenomenon is called Link-baiting Our trustworthy source of internet knowledge describes Link-bait(ing) as anything ldquointeresting enough to catch peoplersquos attentionrdquo (httpenwikipediaorgwikiLink_bait)
Link-baiting is synonymous with the sensational cover stories used on the front of magazines to entice people walking past to pick up the magazines and delve into them As with most things from the print
No news is good news
lsquoQuite evident all over the internet and is destroying good
journalismrsquo
By Simon Owusu
technology
TechBit Sio-Bytes
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provider in America to the tune of US$ 400 million The initial story broke on the PRWEB website and the majority of online publications regurgitated the story with no additional insights such as the implications of such a deal which real journalism would call for None of them bothered to check the sources or the credibility of the story Millions of revenue-generating clicks later the more seasoned online publications such as CNN AllThings D and CNET broke the bigger story that the press release was fake and that both Google and ICOA Wireless had denied the story In a rush to break the story the first rule of journalism was contravened lsquoAlways check your sourcesrsquo
Given the transient nature of any false news stories posted on the internet these days the story quickly disappeared from most of the offending publications and today you will be hard pressed to find any mention of this slip-up The Sentinel we like to think always brings you the truth albeit typed on an iPad Mini so donrsquot count on us to follow such faulty phenomena and trends
online user into clicking on it due to the coincidental name-sharing of the Abbots Langley Cameron Diaz with the famous American actress Every link clicked demonstrates the potential for advertisers to reach larger audiences and generate revenue for the online publications
From the same school as link-baiting comes the phenomenon of lsquofirst past the postrsquo journalism within the advertising-driven online publication world In this type of journalism emphasis is placed on being first to publish or break a news story Online publications that are first to break a news story attract a high amount of traffic (which translates into large revenues generated by advertising) since they are the only source of that particular information for a short space of time Online users have no choice but to visit that particular site if they wish to read the scoop The downside of this is that in a bid to be first to reap the advertising revenues frequently news stories are not properly checked for credibility On Monday 26 November 2012 nearly every online technology publication published the story of Google purchasing ICOA Wireless a Wi-Fi hot-spot
lsquoFrequently news stories are not properly checked for credibilityrsquo
lsquolsquoAlways check your sourcesrsquorsquo
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these people in business suits are rushing to check in their business cases Irsquom manoeuvring my 19-metre ski bag between them Strange looks and questions donrsquot surprise me anymore The looks whispers and questions Irsquove had while on trains from one place to the next or on the tram after going to the beach on my way to the indoor slope this summer On the one hand they made me feel like I was some strange creature from another planet but on the other they got me extra stoked up about what Irsquom doing
As I write this itrsquos a week after I checked in my bags and Irsquom sitting in my favourite coffee shop Cuppa Joersquos in Breckenridge Colorado Over the past five days Irsquove been getting up every morning at around 630 am and getting out at around 800am Anyone who knows me will probably raise an eyebrow at this When Irsquom working at home on my photos and stories for the White Freeski Magazine where Irsquom editor-in-chief or on freelance assignments my daily rhythm is completely the opposite But I guess thatrsquos the nice thing about jetlag
Itrsquos hard to describe the feeling of finally getting back
You know that feeling of bubbly excitement you get when you are getting ready to go and do something yoursquove been anticipating for a long long time It might be finally nailing that presentation to finish up university cooking a great dinner for friends or excitement about meeting up with someone
Getting my bags out from the basement after they had been collecting dust for the past eight months prompted those feelings to rush through my veins once again Even though I donrsquot mind being home going to the beach and rehabbing my knee and visiting friends in different countries over the summer all this has taken place in the city and Irsquove been missing the mountains terribly As Irsquom getting my bags out it makes me realise that it really is almost time for me to click into my skis again and breathe in the fresh mountain air
After packing it was finally time to get on my flight to Denver Colorado on Monday morning While all
white outBubbles of Excitement
By Ananda van Welij
Just another girl from a country without mountains addicted to snow
lsquoGo and do something yoursquove been anticipating for a long long timersquo
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have ahead of me this winter Looking forward again instead of being bummed I try to focus on the bright side like I did while I was stuck at home rehabbing and walking on crutches Trying to be inspired by what I see around me and what others do and have instead of being frustrated by it
It makes me wonder about just working and meeting up with friends at home I know I have a privileged life as Irsquom sitting here but isnrsquot this something we all experience in our daily lives It can be hard to sit down let go of the frustration sadness and problems and look forward Itrsquos not always possible to do it overnight but I think that just trying makes you feel better and in the end it allows you to bubble with excitement again no matter if itrsquos for a day of skiing or for finishing that project
My new mission for this season is to stay positive and draw inspiration from the people and things around me Irsquoll let you know how Irsquom doing in three weeksrsquo time
onto my skis after being out for eight months due to a torn MCL Cruising down the hill feeling and hearing the snow crunch under my feet It might sound strange to you but to me itrsquos a special sort of magic I guess it has something to do with the dopamine your body makes while having a great rush of excitement Although Irsquom pretty tired right now and taking a day off from skiing just walking outside and knowing that I can go up the hill any moment I like makes me feel better
Being so excited to be back on the snow after an injury also has a downside It comes in the form of having to hold myself back Since my injury I havenrsquot been jumping or doing any crazy tricks Itrsquos hard seeing all my friends jump and having fun in the park knowing I really shouldnrsquot do any of that stuff yet My mind is screaming ldquoYou can do that toordquo But Irsquom scared of a repeat injury brought on by pushing myself too hard too fast I have to force myself to sit down talk to my friends and listen to their stories of having fun while being genuinely happy for them To enjoy the sun instead of freaking myself out eat some good food have a good laugh and think of all the fun trips I
lsquoExtra stoked up about what Irsquom doingrsquo
lsquoTo me itrsquos a special sort of magicrsquo
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We have reached the point of the season when the outstanding manager of the first half has his team profiled and receives a pat on the back An overall lead at Xmas more often than not means that the team has peaked during the first half of the season before going on to show signs of weakness This season unusually we have a manager who has led strongly from the very early weeks but who still has a full supply of substitutes in reserve This bodes ill for the other managers as even though he has been professionally hunted down to the point that his lead is now meagre (or even gone by the time this is published) Steven Fockema still holds all the aces given that his reserves remain intact while the chasersrsquo have been used up to varying degrees
Daft3Punks
GK Tim Krul (newcastle United) 25m ndash Out injured from the beginning of September until the end of November No proper form assessment possible so far this season and his team are in apparent gradual creep towards the relegation zone Rating 825
deF Jose enrique (Liverpool) 35m ndash At a work-in-progress team Now playing regularly as a midfielder and showing positive form Rating 85
deF daniel Agger (Liverpool) 4m ndash Still more bluster and posing than glory Rating 825
deF Winston Reid (West Ham) 1m ndash Doing New Zealand proud in the Premier League at his price West Ham may not secure a greater number of clean sheets in the second half of the season however Rating 80
deF Jan Vertonghen (Tottenham Hotspur) 45m ndash Handsome driving Belgian vanilla One of the stars of the season thus far Rating 90
mId Gareth Bale (Tottenham Hotspur) 55m ndash The most impressive individual player in the current Premier League Rating 915
mId michu (Swansea city) 2m ndash Incredible value at his price A natural goal-scorer extraordinaire who also gets around and shows versatility Rating 90
mId Yaya Toure (manchester city) 45m ndash Nowhere close to his form of the previous season even if that can change in the second half of this one Rating 850
FWd Fabio Borini (Liverpool) 3m ndash Tipped here to eventually do well but long-term injury befell him just at the time he was settling into his new team and system Rating 80
FWd olivier Giroud (Arsenal) 45m ndash Has been nudging levels above average of late Rating 850
FWd Papiss cisse (newcastle United) 5m ndash Another player showing an astonishing fall from the excellence of the final third of the previous season Newcastle United appear to need re-styling quickly Rating 825
overall rating 9340 (max 100)
The New Year will only bring fireworks given the keen match-up between FFG-CL managers
By Denson Pierre
The Gold Room
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CZECH REPUBLIC - STUNNINGLY DIFFERENT
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Wintry Wonders
By Sam van Dam
In recent years Amsterdam has been blessed or cursed depending on your point of view by regular snowfall in the winter to spring period It still feels like a bit of a novelty given that we usually experience a grey rainy mess around Christmas time instead of a white blanket With snow becoming a regular but still novel visitor to our beloved city and country our reactions to it cover the full range of emotions from childlike joy that makes us look up into the sky with our tongue sticking out to catch some of the little fluffy flakes followed by a frantic run to the attic to find those old ice-skates among all the rubble to angry fist-shaking at the heavens followed by a desperate soul-crushing ldquoNoooooordquo usually from those who own a car and have to start their day with some hand-numbing ice removal from the frozen windows of their vehicles not to mention the inevitable traffic jams
ndashlsquoNegotiate your steel horse through piles of ice and snow covering every surfacersquo
perspectives21
ndashlsquoAn iced-over surface is the natural enemy of anything moving across itrsquo
perspectives22
clouds Going by the sheer number of mangled locals hauled off to hospital emergency rooms each January it often seems like we forget everything wersquove learned in previous winters or we simply enjoy kissing the cold asphalt while the bike chain wraps itself around our cold stiffened necks No other explanation makes sense The safest advice is to stay inside until the worst is over but since most of us need to go out and make a living or at least visit the shops to stock up on hot chocolate and whipped cream for those long dark evenings by the fireplace hibernation is sadly not an option Luckily the periods of time when we have to deal with ice and snow are usually short lived and there is always the alternative of the public transport system for those who donrsquot dare to confront the frozen world wheel-on And of course there is one thing that unites all of us in a feverish winter dream and makes us forget all the downsides of the cold season the thought that we might be able to ice-skate on the canals rivers and waterways of our lovely little country There is a magic word that we only dare to whisper for fear that once itrsquos spoken out loud the temperature will rise instantly so Irsquom going to write it in tiny letters only Elfstedentocht (Eleven city tour) This ice-skating race of over 200 kilometres through the beautiful frozen Frisian landscape is the pinnacle of winter wonderland fun for the entire family We were last able to enjoy this mysterious and elusive pleasure in 1997 so wish us luck and hopefully this season we can live the dream again May the winter gods be with us
Being the sturdy weather-defying people we are it does not bother us much to hop on our bikes and face the white landscape But there are a few things to consider before throwing yourself into a winter storm trying to negotiate your steel horse through piles of ice and snow covering every surface Make sure to dress properly ndash itrsquos best to wear several layers of clothing which allows the air trapped in between to warm up and keep you comfortable The outer layer should really be waterproof as snow can become rain in an instant here and you donrsquot want to be stuck in a woollen jacket that will freeze solid and cover you with an icy crust when the wind turns in your direction A nice thick hat and gloves are mandatory the head being the area of your body from which most heat exits and you donrsquot want to let that happen Keep it under wraps to ensure proper brain activity and intact ears even if yoursquore caught out in one of those mini-blizzards that can just pop up out of nowhere Once yoursquore all bundled up and ready for the ride there is of course the small issue of the streets being completely covered in icy sludge the kind that has created wrinkles of despair and fear across the foreheads of generations of Dutch men and women An iced-over surface is the natural enemy of anything moving across it and especially those with only two wheels which have a natural tendency to fall over when not held in check by the trained thighs of a road warrior It is highly advisable to ride slowly and carefully keeping an eye on the road ahead of you for frozen patches These can usually be easily identified by the number of falling bodies and crashing bikes of those who seem to think that gravity is suspended once the fluffy stuff starts drifting down from the
travelperspectives23
perspectives24
ndashlsquoWrite it in tiny letters only Elfstedentocht (Eleven city tour)rsquo
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26travel
A Russian bears a Chinese panda
Moscow
Once a year I take a foreign holiday and every time I want it to be something special In order to experience the gorgeous Chinese culture and to faint at the sight of enormous skyscrapers in November 2012 I departed Moscow for Hong Kong I wanted my trip to include cultural aspects be affordable and bring something new into my life Looking back I am happy to say that my holiday completely satisfied all these criteria
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By Tatiana Igumensheva
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lsquoA casino which is often the only purpose for visiting Macau especially for people from mainland China and
Hong Kongrsquo
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travel
Macau
Having landed in Honk Kong I took a ferry to Macau which is not as large as its nickname the lsquoAsian Las Vegasrsquo suggests It took me just a day to complete my sightseeing and another to buy souvenirs The only place I omitted from my explorations was a casino which is often the only purpose for visiting Macau especially for people from mainland China and Hong Kong Temples natas (exquisite tarts) Portuguese architecture from the 19th century alongside huge skyscrapers this is the Macau I will remember It is very clean and most museums and temples do not charge for admission I enjoyed the Mandarinrsquos House most of all ndash a great example of home and everyday life habits Jesuit temples are gorgeous as well as the fortress with its lighthouse and of course Macaursquos most famous landmark the ruins of St Paulrsquos cathedral
Macau is a former Portuguese colony and if this one is anything to go by this is something the Portuguese were great at The old city centre has the atmosphere of a small tranquil town ndash very safe and friendly ndash which is exactly what it is both Macau and Hong Kong are probably the two safest places in the world The only thing that was a constant worry was the fact that Macau (and Hong Kong) has no open spaces at all The roads just keep going up and down up and downhellip
Good cardio exercise though I went through it for two days in Macau and then continued my hiking in Hong Kong
Hong Kong
Signs of British colonialism in Hong Kong are noticeable by their absence It was all destroyed in order to make use of every square metre An absence of land has made Hong Kong a temple to skyscrapers and the Chinese appear to have mastered this art perfectly
The first place to see is surely The Peak however Even if you are hysterically afraid of heights you simply must go there This is one view you will never forget Visit it at least twice ndash in the afternoon and in the evening ndash and you will see two different cities below Then take a walk through the central area The way the buildings almost literally scrape the sky excites me every time I look up ndash itlsquos amazing By the way despite being such a technological nation the local Chinese care about the environment in all aspects of their lives They are fond of trees even in a small city-centre park so they can take a little rest on their way to work and they really seem to care about nature There are huge penalties for littering smoking in prohibited areas and great attention to recycling Hong Kong is a city that cares ndash thatrsquos my first impression
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Another thought I had about all of this progress around me is that being such a progressive society the local Chinese never stopped to become fundamentally religious There are many temples and statues so many religions live together in this peaceful place That was a completely new lifestyle experience for me skyscrapers happily standing alongside all sorts of religious buildings Maybe thatrsquos what freedom of faith is all about
If you manage to get there try to visit all the places described in the tourist guidebooks They are really worth seeing Hong Kong residents spend their weekends visiting these places themselves Ocean Park Big Buddha Mid-levels the Avenue of Stars Hong Kong Park the Botanical and Zoological Gardenshellip I enjoyed all of them greatly
However what struck me the most was the people Forever smiling kind and always helpful Talking to them was a pleasure And some of them cook such delicious dishes that I was ready to eat the plate By the way do not forget that Hong Kong is the capital of international cuisine ndash so try everything Except for Borsch (some restaurants offer it) with which I still believe it is better to get acquainted in Russia or Ukraine All sorts of noodles rice and dumplings are
available here I tried Vietnamese Indian and Hong Kong cuisine and I cannot say which I like morehellip So Hong Kong is a wonderful opportunity to try everything
One last bit of advice if you can afford it take a hotel room with harbour view which will pay you back with interest My harbour-view hotel room suited me perfectly When I was tired of walking I went to my room had a glass of wine watched the lights shimmering on the other side of harbour and was completely happy
I am just reaching the end of my holiday taking a rest in my room and feeling really jealous of anyone about to visit Hong Kong for the first time You are going to enjoy so many exciting emotionshellip
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Silent nights
Winter nights are well suited to staying indoors in the warmth especially after dark Not everyone is a lowland bear however and most of us need thoughtful stimulation to keep smiling through cold nights spent away from living quarters Luckily for Amsterdammers who pay attention from time to time extremely interesting and creative happenings are staged at a price anyone can afford The idea is simple tour the lights of lsquoNew Cityrsquo Amsterdam at night spending a couple of hours on a sturdy comfortable and warm (enclosed) historical craft The city falls silent as soon as you leave the pier and the transformation is complete when the city becomes simply unrecognisable with its flat lines interrupted by a few high-rising buildings shimmering back at you Some things in Amsterdam remain refreshingly surprising even to its well-cured darlings Not much beats having couple glasses of wine while splashing across the IJsselmeer and struggling to figure out which section of the city you are gazing upon through the silence of an icy night
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The Sentinel took up the enthusiastic invitation from the people of the annually occurring Dutch-Lithuanian art event on December 1 The Dutch aspect of the event day and night together with the displayed art was not particularly significant in this case however given that it was one of the more complete cultural cuisine musical and heartily drinking events that the recent European Union arrivalrsquos creative set could conjure with the help of their foreign desk and local culture funds A well produced and expansive programme could be sampled and lightning insight garnered into the culture and artistic impressions of a pearl of Baltic civilisation Vilnius met Amsterdam It just may be time for this e-zine to delve even deeper into Lithuania
See wwwltartnl
Iron Wolves
By Denson Pierre
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MechelenAuthentic and full of surprises Thatrsquos Mechelen Hospitable and honourable Thatrsquos the people of Mechelen Come and experience the cityrsquos urban charms for yourself Mechelen
Authentic and full of surprises Thatrsquos Mechelen Hospitable and honourable Thatrsquos the people of Mechelen Come and experience the cityrsquos urban charms for yourself
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CafeacuteBar Review Batavia 1920
lsquoClassic bar art embraces you as you enterrsquo
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Batavia 1920Prins Hendrikkade 85 1012 AE Amsterdam
It is always handy to know of a wholesome cafeacutebar that ticks all the boxes even if it happens to be located at the busiest point of the old city (obliquely opposite Central Station) Over the course of the different seasons I managed to assess this fine establishment which serves as another reminder of what good honest bars are all about There is still quality available in Amsterdam
AmbianceThoughtful solid furniture easy lighting and classic bar art embraces you as you enter With a chess club professional dart board regular parties and borrels the vibe ranges daily from mellow to vibrant Rating 5
StaffregularsOn my most recent visit I had the pleasure of Elizabeth and Jamie leading the service but staff members are always experienced service is quick and drinks are de-livered with fresh smiles whoever happens to be work-ing The regulars are plentiful and the bar emanates the energy of a good professional lsquoIrishrsquo bar attracting an eclectic international mix to this super-central location It is a perfect meeting point for friends from any cardi-nal direction with the national transportation hub being literally just across the road Rating 5
Televised sportAmple flat screens and channels Rating 4
PricesIn general the prices are standard Central Amsterdam levels which is sadly typical of grand cafeacutes in this post-code area What works in Bataviarsquos favour is that it has an above-average selection of lsquoBelgian beautiesrsquo (beer) on offer Given the advised dosage having two or three should not leave you broke or broken The kitchen also has quite a strong reputation for above-average pub fare The Sunday roast dinner is especially popular and keeps folk who like that sort of thing coming back as often as they can afford it Rating 3
MusicGenuinely diverse popular and world music from a crisp-sounding digital sound system and staff members seem to have cool taste in music Rating 5
Smoking area provisionThere is a large smoking room on the lower level Sim-ple and ingenious air-conditioning allows you to spend your full upstairs session there without the sense of be-ing fumigated If you were not told about the smoking area below you would not know there was one Rating 5
Total rating 2730(Ratings from 1-5 where 1 = Very poor and 5 = Excel-lent)
By Denson Pierre
lsquoA perfect meeting point for friends from any cardinal directionrsquo
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1
lsquoIt has an above-average selection of lsquoBelgian beautiesrsquorsquo
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lsquoStaff members seem to have cool taste in musicrsquo
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star beer guide
The SentinelStar beer guide
lsquoFind the better bars serving it at the right price in the New Yearrsquo
Clever marketing and an effective pricing campaign has led to this A-class standard-bearing blonde becoming one of the most easily found lsquorealrsquo beers in Amsterdam cafeacutes and bars With its distinctive charisma and fresh fruity taste it sits just on the edge in terms of strength and only the brave and seasoned can be found using it as a session beer Prices across Amsterdam for the same Trappist-glass measure can range dramatically from euro 250 to euro 425 per glass so there is fun to be had trying to find the better bars serving it at the right price in the New Year Your search will be rewarded by this cool classic
Grimbergen Blonde is brewed by Alken-Maes Alken Belgium
By Denson Pierre
GRIMBERGEN BLONDE (67 ABV)
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BRING BACK
A substantial amount of the culture on mainland Europe revolves around platinum-standard beer of various descriptions and fl avours being easily available Amsterdam is not lacking in cafeacutes bars off licences supermarkets and online outlets stocking truly great beers available either immediately or within 24 hours With the growing popularity of high-yeast and high alcohol by volume brands how these drinks are served is a cause for concern however
Led by the Belgians and French the art of designing a glass that refl ects the individual quality of the liquid experience within is among these productsrsquo most out-standing features after their fl avour and power to in-toxicate Any beer of decent repute has its own glass in which it is intended to be served This always takes the form and size of a sensible measure to ensure a taste experience at the correct temperature and allow people to enjoy the evoked sensations before fi nding them-selves suddenly and blindingly drunk What we now often fi nd in tourist-pressed Amsterdam are these lsquoreal beersrsquo being off ered and served to ignorant punters in pint (or half-litre) measures leading to people becom-ing drunk at speed and destroying the overall aesthetic of lsquobeering itrsquo with style
The Sentinel says bring back the serving of high-alco-hol-content drinks in appropriate measures and if pos-sible in the glasses especially designed for the purpose This would be desirable for all manner of reasons not least health and safety Barkeepers can be educators too and it shouldnrsquot be too diffi cult to persuade tourists (usually German British and Irish) who represent the majority of volume drinkers in the cityrsquos more desirable watering holes It is foolish greedy and uncouth to con-sume high-alcohol beverages in such volumes and not expect to end up senselessly drunk and ultimately spoil the whole experience Volume drinkers should simply be directed to the lsquopiss waterrsquo beers of which there are many to satiate their needs and leave the quality beer tours for when they have educated themselves in the culture and manner of consumption that ensures maxi-mum pleasure and above all style
By Denson Pierre
STYLED BEER GLASSES
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We find the best most fun most typical exciting or local favourite restaurants etcetera in Amsterdam and bring them to you an easy way to feel like a local
Het Compagnie Theater Amsterdam 12122012
Recommended
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EUROGIFTSXenonweg 9 3812 SZ Amersfoort
Tel 033 - 454 35 75 - Fax 033 - 454 35 79E-mail lmproefeurogiftsnl
Website wwweurogiftsnl
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ORDERNUMMER 6021022ARTIKELNUMMER 65123
Ware grootte (indien uitgeprint)Kleur opdruk Wit
Mulligans Irish Music BarAmsterdamrsquos best address for live Irish music Five (5) nights a week Check our agenda for upcoming sessions
Cafeacute KostverlorenCafeacute Kostverloren is a contemporary cafe offering the cosiness of a saloon an open kitchen and the intimacy of a living room During summer there is a large sunny terrace and during winter an open fi replace
VibesVibes is a relaxing cafecocktail bar art gallery with a large selection of coffees herbal teas homemade cakes and an amazing card of cocktails made with fresh fruit by a professional cocktail bartenderEnjoy our Italian kitchen in a cosy and friendly atmosphere
IncantoIncanto is a restaurant with a classic Italian kitchen Venetian chef Simone Ambrosin is known for his pure and simple style of cooking with feeling for nuance The wine list contains over 150 Italian wines
Planet RosePlanet Rose is the fi rst Caribbean restaurant in the Netherlands which specializes in Jamaican cuisine The menu features a daily changing selection of JamaicanCaribbean dishes and they ensure that you enjoy the whole expe-rience while dining with them
Cafe TisfrisCafe Tisfris is recognisable for its landmarks funky pillars and terrace Tisfris offers a friendly service and is a great pit stop for ldquoyummyrdquo refreshments
Cafe restaurant EdelCafe restaurant Edel is the perfect place for lunch dinner or to simply enjoy a drink Edel is a unique place in Amsterdam
Cafeacute OportoCafeacute Oporto is a traditional Amsterdam lsquobrown cafersquo Welcoming tourists and regular customers alike they offer televised sports wireless internet connection and a wide range of reasonably priced beers and spirits
Connoisseurs Delight Fun Drinking amp MusicTo Be Seen and Tasted
To Be Seen and Tasted
Fun Drinking amp Music
Connoisseurs Delight
Connoisseurs Delight
To Be Seen and Tasted
Neighbourhood cosy
Opera Prima - Patisserie Bistro TraiteurThe best place in town for lunch exquisite high teas or brunches and all of your luxury catering both private and corporate
Kinkerstraat 228 Amsterdamwwwoperaprimanl
St Antoniebreestraat 142 Amsterdamwwwtisfrisnl
Postjesweg 1 1057 DT Amsterdamwwwedelamsterdamnl
Zoutsteeg 1 1012 LX Amsterdamwwwcafeoportonethome
Amstel 100 1017 AC Amsterdamwwwmulligansnl
2e Kostverlorenkade 70 Amsterdamwwwcafekostverlorennl
Jan Pieter Heijestraat 137 Amsterdamwwwwixcomvibes137vibes
Amstel 2 Amsterdamwwwrestaurant-incantonl
Nicolaas Beetsstraat 47 Amsterdamwwwplanetroseinfo
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Where is this inAmsterdam
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Room 2cfilm
This is the one that will make you pause James Stewart one of my top ten actors of all time plays a businessman fighting to keep his life and family together while everything is crashing down around him In steps an lsquoangelrsquo to try and convince him that life is not as bad as it seems and that other people would be a lot worse off without him Probably the highest rated film Irsquove ever reviewed and one of the most Christmas-delicious I know
Could you walk 2400 kilometres while being pursued with little more than a longing to return to your homeland and mother to keep you and your dependant companions going Would you do this twice This utterly moving film highlights the true-life Australian apartheid practices of the twentieth century and the trauma it caused to native Australians The barren landscapes provide the perfect backdrop for compelling cinema-tography and its dryness will be irrigated by your tears
By David King
By dpmotions
Itrsquos a Wonderful Life (1946)
Rabbit-Proof Fence (2002)
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74trends
lsquoFacebook in particular is responsible for exacerbating unspoken competitivenessrsquo
By Dirkje Bakker-Pierre
Trends in the food industry are moving faster than lightning and are harder and harder to keep up with When you are all geared up to create your own artsy cupcakes all of a sudden cupcakes are out and macaroons are the flavour of the day
Sweat dripping and cheeks burning with stress levels going through the roof women all around the country have been toiling night and day to create just the right pimped-up cakes (completely covered in layers of pink and red marzipan tiny silver sugar balls and rose petals made from feather-light sugar) which look like they come from one of the newly popped-up cupcake shops Facebook in particular is responsible for exacerbating unspoken competitiveness due to images being posted of better looking and prettier cakes just after you posted your own in comparison pretty sad creations forcing you back into the kitchen to try again
One day itrsquos cutting out names from layers of chocolate the next itrsquos squirting curls and swirls of rainbow colours or grating organic carrots for the rather awkward lsquohealthyrsquo version the carrot cupcake
Shops have adjusted their aisles to make way for endless shelves of specialised products in all ranges of sweetness and multicoloured cuteness shapes tools mixtures and machines It is a whole world of custom products which just keeps growing and changing and you need to keep up with it all or risk being hopelessly left behind There are pink-coloured cook books workshops websites self-help groups and neglected overweight children crying for something non-sweet for once
But then after all your attempts and when you finally think you have achieved perfection before you know it you make a complete fool of yourself by serving the wrong type of sweet and colourful titbits because a new trend has already arrived That really makes you feel like a macaroon
All Caked Out
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Winter solstice is an exciting time of year when we all start dreaming of more sun more light and more inspiration Continuing the gemstone theme I would like to draw your attention to the very lovely and sparkling sunstone also known as heliolite It is the official gemstone of the US state of Oregon which is a prime source for this beautiful gem The name heliolite is derived from the Greek lsquoheliosrsquo and lsquolithosrsquo which mean lsquosunrsquo and lsquostonersquo It was first discovered in Viking burial mounds but despite its long history is not found in abundance
Sunstone is metallic in appearance and comes in red orange or green colours However cleaner red sunstone is very rare and commands proper gemstone prices The stone is a composite of oligoclase feldspar which also contains hematite or goethite The presence of hematite or goethite gives the stone its ability to reflect light hence the name sunstone Sunstone is said to be an inspiration stone able to bestow freedom independence and happiness It also said to reduce fear alleviate stress and bring good luck in any game of chance This sparkly stone has a further use in healing and is believed to endow its wearers with enhanced self-healing powers Other properties
Shine
By Evelina Kvartunaite
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lsquoDreaming of more sun more light and more inspirationrsquo
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include stimulating the vegetative autonomic nervous system and enhancing the harmonious functioning of all the bodyrsquos organs It is also quite helpful in cases of exhaustion due to lack of sleep
The gemstone is used to treat chronic sore throats and relieves pain caused by stomach ulcers It has proved successful in alleviating Seasonal Affective Disorder (or SAD) and is also known for relieving cartilage problems rheumatism and general aches and pains Sunstone helps in dealing with depression and frees its wearers from feelings of discrimination and failure as well as from perceptions of an lsquoevil worldrsquo Sunstone increases a personrsquos sense of self-esteem and self-worth
Sunstone is particularly beneficial when used in sunshine or sunlight It brings abundance to a personrsquos life and transforms negative energy into positive energy
If you have any other helpful tips you would like to share please let me know at evelinakvartunaiteconsultancymarketmediacom
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lsquoBestow freedom independence and happinessrsquo
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lsquoIt has proved successful in alleviating Seasonal Affective
Disorderrsquo
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world this lsquotrickeryrsquo has moved online With todayrsquos short attention spans the potential to draw users to a website and retain them is a crucial skill which is rewarded by the revenue that can be generated based on how long a user stays on a website Link-baiting should have been foreseen since it is inevitable
Every click on a website is a revenue-generating moment in terms of advertising The amount of adverts to which you can expose an online user as they click to and through your website is the currency used to determine whether an advertising agency spends its budget on one publication over another Real journalism and insightful opinions once drove online traffic for web publications but link-baiting is now seriously derailing this approach
Most of the time the story behind the sensational link does not live up to expectations A typical example of this can be found in the online edition of the Watford Observer on Tuesday 31 July 2012 The link-bait read ldquoCameron Diaz vows to kick drug habit with help of stepdadrdquo However following the link or falling for the bait led to the underwhelming story ldquoDrug user Cameron Diaz of Broomfield Rise Abbots Langley has sworn to clean up his act with the help of his stepfatherrdquo Although the story was factually correct the intention of the publication was to trick the
One of my previous articles described how online technology publications are subverting reality by not correctly echoing the sentiments of the consuming public Part of the cause of this is that usually in a bid to counter the majority of lacklustre stories floating around they subvert reality to make it more interesting How many non-geeks really care about the advantages of modelling parallelism on serial programs with the Intelreg Advisor XE Itrsquos certainly not a typically newsworthy story
As a result an annoying phenomenon has slowly been building momentum This is now quite evident all over the internet and is destroying good journalism The phenomenon is called Link-baiting Our trustworthy source of internet knowledge describes Link-bait(ing) as anything ldquointeresting enough to catch peoplersquos attentionrdquo (httpenwikipediaorgwikiLink_bait)
Link-baiting is synonymous with the sensational cover stories used on the front of magazines to entice people walking past to pick up the magazines and delve into them As with most things from the print
No news is good news
lsquoQuite evident all over the internet and is destroying good
journalismrsquo
By Simon Owusu
technology
TechBit Sio-Bytes
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provider in America to the tune of US$ 400 million The initial story broke on the PRWEB website and the majority of online publications regurgitated the story with no additional insights such as the implications of such a deal which real journalism would call for None of them bothered to check the sources or the credibility of the story Millions of revenue-generating clicks later the more seasoned online publications such as CNN AllThings D and CNET broke the bigger story that the press release was fake and that both Google and ICOA Wireless had denied the story In a rush to break the story the first rule of journalism was contravened lsquoAlways check your sourcesrsquo
Given the transient nature of any false news stories posted on the internet these days the story quickly disappeared from most of the offending publications and today you will be hard pressed to find any mention of this slip-up The Sentinel we like to think always brings you the truth albeit typed on an iPad Mini so donrsquot count on us to follow such faulty phenomena and trends
online user into clicking on it due to the coincidental name-sharing of the Abbots Langley Cameron Diaz with the famous American actress Every link clicked demonstrates the potential for advertisers to reach larger audiences and generate revenue for the online publications
From the same school as link-baiting comes the phenomenon of lsquofirst past the postrsquo journalism within the advertising-driven online publication world In this type of journalism emphasis is placed on being first to publish or break a news story Online publications that are first to break a news story attract a high amount of traffic (which translates into large revenues generated by advertising) since they are the only source of that particular information for a short space of time Online users have no choice but to visit that particular site if they wish to read the scoop The downside of this is that in a bid to be first to reap the advertising revenues frequently news stories are not properly checked for credibility On Monday 26 November 2012 nearly every online technology publication published the story of Google purchasing ICOA Wireless a Wi-Fi hot-spot
lsquoFrequently news stories are not properly checked for credibilityrsquo
lsquolsquoAlways check your sourcesrsquorsquo
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these people in business suits are rushing to check in their business cases Irsquom manoeuvring my 19-metre ski bag between them Strange looks and questions donrsquot surprise me anymore The looks whispers and questions Irsquove had while on trains from one place to the next or on the tram after going to the beach on my way to the indoor slope this summer On the one hand they made me feel like I was some strange creature from another planet but on the other they got me extra stoked up about what Irsquom doing
As I write this itrsquos a week after I checked in my bags and Irsquom sitting in my favourite coffee shop Cuppa Joersquos in Breckenridge Colorado Over the past five days Irsquove been getting up every morning at around 630 am and getting out at around 800am Anyone who knows me will probably raise an eyebrow at this When Irsquom working at home on my photos and stories for the White Freeski Magazine where Irsquom editor-in-chief or on freelance assignments my daily rhythm is completely the opposite But I guess thatrsquos the nice thing about jetlag
Itrsquos hard to describe the feeling of finally getting back
You know that feeling of bubbly excitement you get when you are getting ready to go and do something yoursquove been anticipating for a long long time It might be finally nailing that presentation to finish up university cooking a great dinner for friends or excitement about meeting up with someone
Getting my bags out from the basement after they had been collecting dust for the past eight months prompted those feelings to rush through my veins once again Even though I donrsquot mind being home going to the beach and rehabbing my knee and visiting friends in different countries over the summer all this has taken place in the city and Irsquove been missing the mountains terribly As Irsquom getting my bags out it makes me realise that it really is almost time for me to click into my skis again and breathe in the fresh mountain air
After packing it was finally time to get on my flight to Denver Colorado on Monday morning While all
white outBubbles of Excitement
By Ananda van Welij
Just another girl from a country without mountains addicted to snow
lsquoGo and do something yoursquove been anticipating for a long long timersquo
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have ahead of me this winter Looking forward again instead of being bummed I try to focus on the bright side like I did while I was stuck at home rehabbing and walking on crutches Trying to be inspired by what I see around me and what others do and have instead of being frustrated by it
It makes me wonder about just working and meeting up with friends at home I know I have a privileged life as Irsquom sitting here but isnrsquot this something we all experience in our daily lives It can be hard to sit down let go of the frustration sadness and problems and look forward Itrsquos not always possible to do it overnight but I think that just trying makes you feel better and in the end it allows you to bubble with excitement again no matter if itrsquos for a day of skiing or for finishing that project
My new mission for this season is to stay positive and draw inspiration from the people and things around me Irsquoll let you know how Irsquom doing in three weeksrsquo time
onto my skis after being out for eight months due to a torn MCL Cruising down the hill feeling and hearing the snow crunch under my feet It might sound strange to you but to me itrsquos a special sort of magic I guess it has something to do with the dopamine your body makes while having a great rush of excitement Although Irsquom pretty tired right now and taking a day off from skiing just walking outside and knowing that I can go up the hill any moment I like makes me feel better
Being so excited to be back on the snow after an injury also has a downside It comes in the form of having to hold myself back Since my injury I havenrsquot been jumping or doing any crazy tricks Itrsquos hard seeing all my friends jump and having fun in the park knowing I really shouldnrsquot do any of that stuff yet My mind is screaming ldquoYou can do that toordquo But Irsquom scared of a repeat injury brought on by pushing myself too hard too fast I have to force myself to sit down talk to my friends and listen to their stories of having fun while being genuinely happy for them To enjoy the sun instead of freaking myself out eat some good food have a good laugh and think of all the fun trips I
lsquoExtra stoked up about what Irsquom doingrsquo
lsquoTo me itrsquos a special sort of magicrsquo
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We have reached the point of the season when the outstanding manager of the first half has his team profiled and receives a pat on the back An overall lead at Xmas more often than not means that the team has peaked during the first half of the season before going on to show signs of weakness This season unusually we have a manager who has led strongly from the very early weeks but who still has a full supply of substitutes in reserve This bodes ill for the other managers as even though he has been professionally hunted down to the point that his lead is now meagre (or even gone by the time this is published) Steven Fockema still holds all the aces given that his reserves remain intact while the chasersrsquo have been used up to varying degrees
Daft3Punks
GK Tim Krul (newcastle United) 25m ndash Out injured from the beginning of September until the end of November No proper form assessment possible so far this season and his team are in apparent gradual creep towards the relegation zone Rating 825
deF Jose enrique (Liverpool) 35m ndash At a work-in-progress team Now playing regularly as a midfielder and showing positive form Rating 85
deF daniel Agger (Liverpool) 4m ndash Still more bluster and posing than glory Rating 825
deF Winston Reid (West Ham) 1m ndash Doing New Zealand proud in the Premier League at his price West Ham may not secure a greater number of clean sheets in the second half of the season however Rating 80
deF Jan Vertonghen (Tottenham Hotspur) 45m ndash Handsome driving Belgian vanilla One of the stars of the season thus far Rating 90
mId Gareth Bale (Tottenham Hotspur) 55m ndash The most impressive individual player in the current Premier League Rating 915
mId michu (Swansea city) 2m ndash Incredible value at his price A natural goal-scorer extraordinaire who also gets around and shows versatility Rating 90
mId Yaya Toure (manchester city) 45m ndash Nowhere close to his form of the previous season even if that can change in the second half of this one Rating 850
FWd Fabio Borini (Liverpool) 3m ndash Tipped here to eventually do well but long-term injury befell him just at the time he was settling into his new team and system Rating 80
FWd olivier Giroud (Arsenal) 45m ndash Has been nudging levels above average of late Rating 850
FWd Papiss cisse (newcastle United) 5m ndash Another player showing an astonishing fall from the excellence of the final third of the previous season Newcastle United appear to need re-styling quickly Rating 825
overall rating 9340 (max 100)
The New Year will only bring fireworks given the keen match-up between FFG-CL managers
By Denson Pierre
The Gold Room
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CZECH REPUBLIC - STUNNINGLY DIFFERENT
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ndashlsquoAn iced-over surface is the natural enemy of anything moving across itrsquo
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clouds Going by the sheer number of mangled locals hauled off to hospital emergency rooms each January it often seems like we forget everything wersquove learned in previous winters or we simply enjoy kissing the cold asphalt while the bike chain wraps itself around our cold stiffened necks No other explanation makes sense The safest advice is to stay inside until the worst is over but since most of us need to go out and make a living or at least visit the shops to stock up on hot chocolate and whipped cream for those long dark evenings by the fireplace hibernation is sadly not an option Luckily the periods of time when we have to deal with ice and snow are usually short lived and there is always the alternative of the public transport system for those who donrsquot dare to confront the frozen world wheel-on And of course there is one thing that unites all of us in a feverish winter dream and makes us forget all the downsides of the cold season the thought that we might be able to ice-skate on the canals rivers and waterways of our lovely little country There is a magic word that we only dare to whisper for fear that once itrsquos spoken out loud the temperature will rise instantly so Irsquom going to write it in tiny letters only Elfstedentocht (Eleven city tour) This ice-skating race of over 200 kilometres through the beautiful frozen Frisian landscape is the pinnacle of winter wonderland fun for the entire family We were last able to enjoy this mysterious and elusive pleasure in 1997 so wish us luck and hopefully this season we can live the dream again May the winter gods be with us
Being the sturdy weather-defying people we are it does not bother us much to hop on our bikes and face the white landscape But there are a few things to consider before throwing yourself into a winter storm trying to negotiate your steel horse through piles of ice and snow covering every surface Make sure to dress properly ndash itrsquos best to wear several layers of clothing which allows the air trapped in between to warm up and keep you comfortable The outer layer should really be waterproof as snow can become rain in an instant here and you donrsquot want to be stuck in a woollen jacket that will freeze solid and cover you with an icy crust when the wind turns in your direction A nice thick hat and gloves are mandatory the head being the area of your body from which most heat exits and you donrsquot want to let that happen Keep it under wraps to ensure proper brain activity and intact ears even if yoursquore caught out in one of those mini-blizzards that can just pop up out of nowhere Once yoursquore all bundled up and ready for the ride there is of course the small issue of the streets being completely covered in icy sludge the kind that has created wrinkles of despair and fear across the foreheads of generations of Dutch men and women An iced-over surface is the natural enemy of anything moving across it and especially those with only two wheels which have a natural tendency to fall over when not held in check by the trained thighs of a road warrior It is highly advisable to ride slowly and carefully keeping an eye on the road ahead of you for frozen patches These can usually be easily identified by the number of falling bodies and crashing bikes of those who seem to think that gravity is suspended once the fluffy stuff starts drifting down from the
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A Russian bears a Chinese panda
Moscow
Once a year I take a foreign holiday and every time I want it to be something special In order to experience the gorgeous Chinese culture and to faint at the sight of enormous skyscrapers in November 2012 I departed Moscow for Hong Kong I wanted my trip to include cultural aspects be affordable and bring something new into my life Looking back I am happy to say that my holiday completely satisfied all these criteria
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By Tatiana Igumensheva
28
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lsquoA casino which is often the only purpose for visiting Macau especially for people from mainland China and
Hong Kongrsquo
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travel
Macau
Having landed in Honk Kong I took a ferry to Macau which is not as large as its nickname the lsquoAsian Las Vegasrsquo suggests It took me just a day to complete my sightseeing and another to buy souvenirs The only place I omitted from my explorations was a casino which is often the only purpose for visiting Macau especially for people from mainland China and Hong Kong Temples natas (exquisite tarts) Portuguese architecture from the 19th century alongside huge skyscrapers this is the Macau I will remember It is very clean and most museums and temples do not charge for admission I enjoyed the Mandarinrsquos House most of all ndash a great example of home and everyday life habits Jesuit temples are gorgeous as well as the fortress with its lighthouse and of course Macaursquos most famous landmark the ruins of St Paulrsquos cathedral
Macau is a former Portuguese colony and if this one is anything to go by this is something the Portuguese were great at The old city centre has the atmosphere of a small tranquil town ndash very safe and friendly ndash which is exactly what it is both Macau and Hong Kong are probably the two safest places in the world The only thing that was a constant worry was the fact that Macau (and Hong Kong) has no open spaces at all The roads just keep going up and down up and downhellip
Good cardio exercise though I went through it for two days in Macau and then continued my hiking in Hong Kong
Hong Kong
Signs of British colonialism in Hong Kong are noticeable by their absence It was all destroyed in order to make use of every square metre An absence of land has made Hong Kong a temple to skyscrapers and the Chinese appear to have mastered this art perfectly
The first place to see is surely The Peak however Even if you are hysterically afraid of heights you simply must go there This is one view you will never forget Visit it at least twice ndash in the afternoon and in the evening ndash and you will see two different cities below Then take a walk through the central area The way the buildings almost literally scrape the sky excites me every time I look up ndash itlsquos amazing By the way despite being such a technological nation the local Chinese care about the environment in all aspects of their lives They are fond of trees even in a small city-centre park so they can take a little rest on their way to work and they really seem to care about nature There are huge penalties for littering smoking in prohibited areas and great attention to recycling Hong Kong is a city that cares ndash thatrsquos my first impression
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lsquoAn absence of land has made Hong Kong a temple to skyscrapersrsquo
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travel
Another thought I had about all of this progress around me is that being such a progressive society the local Chinese never stopped to become fundamentally religious There are many temples and statues so many religions live together in this peaceful place That was a completely new lifestyle experience for me skyscrapers happily standing alongside all sorts of religious buildings Maybe thatrsquos what freedom of faith is all about
If you manage to get there try to visit all the places described in the tourist guidebooks They are really worth seeing Hong Kong residents spend their weekends visiting these places themselves Ocean Park Big Buddha Mid-levels the Avenue of Stars Hong Kong Park the Botanical and Zoological Gardenshellip I enjoyed all of them greatly
However what struck me the most was the people Forever smiling kind and always helpful Talking to them was a pleasure And some of them cook such delicious dishes that I was ready to eat the plate By the way do not forget that Hong Kong is the capital of international cuisine ndash so try everything Except for Borsch (some restaurants offer it) with which I still believe it is better to get acquainted in Russia or Ukraine All sorts of noodles rice and dumplings are
available here I tried Vietnamese Indian and Hong Kong cuisine and I cannot say which I like morehellip So Hong Kong is a wonderful opportunity to try everything
One last bit of advice if you can afford it take a hotel room with harbour view which will pay you back with interest My harbour-view hotel room suited me perfectly When I was tired of walking I went to my room had a glass of wine watched the lights shimmering on the other side of harbour and was completely happy
I am just reaching the end of my holiday taking a rest in my room and feeling really jealous of anyone about to visit Hong Kong for the first time You are going to enjoy so many exciting emotionshellip
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lsquoThe local Chinese care about the environment in all aspects of their livesrsquo
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travel31
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lsquoHong Kong is a city that caresrsquo
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lsquoHong Kong is the capital of international cuisine ndash so try everythingrsquo
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Silent nights
Winter nights are well suited to staying indoors in the warmth especially after dark Not everyone is a lowland bear however and most of us need thoughtful stimulation to keep smiling through cold nights spent away from living quarters Luckily for Amsterdammers who pay attention from time to time extremely interesting and creative happenings are staged at a price anyone can afford The idea is simple tour the lights of lsquoNew Cityrsquo Amsterdam at night spending a couple of hours on a sturdy comfortable and warm (enclosed) historical craft The city falls silent as soon as you leave the pier and the transformation is complete when the city becomes simply unrecognisable with its flat lines interrupted by a few high-rising buildings shimmering back at you Some things in Amsterdam remain refreshingly surprising even to its well-cured darlings Not much beats having couple glasses of wine while splashing across the IJsselmeer and struggling to figure out which section of the city you are gazing upon through the silence of an icy night
Watch out for repeats wwwlichtophetijnl
city gems
By Denson Pierre
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The Sentinel took up the enthusiastic invitation from the people of the annually occurring Dutch-Lithuanian art event on December 1 The Dutch aspect of the event day and night together with the displayed art was not particularly significant in this case however given that it was one of the more complete cultural cuisine musical and heartily drinking events that the recent European Union arrivalrsquos creative set could conjure with the help of their foreign desk and local culture funds A well produced and expansive programme could be sampled and lightning insight garnered into the culture and artistic impressions of a pearl of Baltic civilisation Vilnius met Amsterdam It just may be time for this e-zine to delve even deeper into Lithuania
See wwwltartnl
Iron Wolves
By Denson Pierre
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MechelenAuthentic and full of surprises Thatrsquos Mechelen Hospitable and honourable Thatrsquos the people of Mechelen Come and experience the cityrsquos urban charms for yourself Mechelen
Authentic and full of surprises Thatrsquos Mechelen Hospitable and honourable Thatrsquos the people of Mechelen Come and experience the cityrsquos urban charms for yourself
photography copy Layla Aerts
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CafeacuteBar Review Batavia 1920
lsquoClassic bar art embraces you as you enterrsquo
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Batavia 1920Prins Hendrikkade 85 1012 AE Amsterdam
It is always handy to know of a wholesome cafeacutebar that ticks all the boxes even if it happens to be located at the busiest point of the old city (obliquely opposite Central Station) Over the course of the different seasons I managed to assess this fine establishment which serves as another reminder of what good honest bars are all about There is still quality available in Amsterdam
AmbianceThoughtful solid furniture easy lighting and classic bar art embraces you as you enter With a chess club professional dart board regular parties and borrels the vibe ranges daily from mellow to vibrant Rating 5
StaffregularsOn my most recent visit I had the pleasure of Elizabeth and Jamie leading the service but staff members are always experienced service is quick and drinks are de-livered with fresh smiles whoever happens to be work-ing The regulars are plentiful and the bar emanates the energy of a good professional lsquoIrishrsquo bar attracting an eclectic international mix to this super-central location It is a perfect meeting point for friends from any cardi-nal direction with the national transportation hub being literally just across the road Rating 5
Televised sportAmple flat screens and channels Rating 4
PricesIn general the prices are standard Central Amsterdam levels which is sadly typical of grand cafeacutes in this post-code area What works in Bataviarsquos favour is that it has an above-average selection of lsquoBelgian beautiesrsquo (beer) on offer Given the advised dosage having two or three should not leave you broke or broken The kitchen also has quite a strong reputation for above-average pub fare The Sunday roast dinner is especially popular and keeps folk who like that sort of thing coming back as often as they can afford it Rating 3
MusicGenuinely diverse popular and world music from a crisp-sounding digital sound system and staff members seem to have cool taste in music Rating 5
Smoking area provisionThere is a large smoking room on the lower level Sim-ple and ingenious air-conditioning allows you to spend your full upstairs session there without the sense of be-ing fumigated If you were not told about the smoking area below you would not know there was one Rating 5
Total rating 2730(Ratings from 1-5 where 1 = Very poor and 5 = Excel-lent)
By Denson Pierre
lsquoA perfect meeting point for friends from any cardinal directionrsquo
cafebar review6
1
lsquoIt has an above-average selection of lsquoBelgian beautiesrsquorsquo
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lsquoStaff members seem to have cool taste in musicrsquo
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For complete and world class tours of Prague
Packages includebull Hidden and playful Prague (for families with young children)bull Literary Praguebull Prague Architecture through the agesbull Religion and the citybull The old city at night
These are detailed tours designed for visitors who wish to explore with great detail and not suitable for simply sight-seeing tourists
Day segments and ratesPR 0800-1230hrs AG 1330-1630hrs UE 1730-2130hrsAll sessions are priced at u 25 per single adult Group size upper limit = 8 Accompanied children under the age of five are gratis and school aged children pay 25 Family package rates are negotiable
ContactJaroslav Cernosek+420 602 228 797Mail jcernosekcentrumcz
wwwyourtuliptourcom
JC Tours
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star beer guide
The SentinelStar beer guide
lsquoFind the better bars serving it at the right price in the New Yearrsquo
Clever marketing and an effective pricing campaign has led to this A-class standard-bearing blonde becoming one of the most easily found lsquorealrsquo beers in Amsterdam cafeacutes and bars With its distinctive charisma and fresh fruity taste it sits just on the edge in terms of strength and only the brave and seasoned can be found using it as a session beer Prices across Amsterdam for the same Trappist-glass measure can range dramatically from euro 250 to euro 425 per glass so there is fun to be had trying to find the better bars serving it at the right price in the New Year Your search will be rewarded by this cool classic
Grimbergen Blonde is brewed by Alken-Maes Alken Belgium
By Denson Pierre
GRIMBERGEN BLONDE (67 ABV)
67star beer guide
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BRING BACK
A substantial amount of the culture on mainland Europe revolves around platinum-standard beer of various descriptions and fl avours being easily available Amsterdam is not lacking in cafeacutes bars off licences supermarkets and online outlets stocking truly great beers available either immediately or within 24 hours With the growing popularity of high-yeast and high alcohol by volume brands how these drinks are served is a cause for concern however
Led by the Belgians and French the art of designing a glass that refl ects the individual quality of the liquid experience within is among these productsrsquo most out-standing features after their fl avour and power to in-toxicate Any beer of decent repute has its own glass in which it is intended to be served This always takes the form and size of a sensible measure to ensure a taste experience at the correct temperature and allow people to enjoy the evoked sensations before fi nding them-selves suddenly and blindingly drunk What we now often fi nd in tourist-pressed Amsterdam are these lsquoreal beersrsquo being off ered and served to ignorant punters in pint (or half-litre) measures leading to people becom-ing drunk at speed and destroying the overall aesthetic of lsquobeering itrsquo with style
The Sentinel says bring back the serving of high-alco-hol-content drinks in appropriate measures and if pos-sible in the glasses especially designed for the purpose This would be desirable for all manner of reasons not least health and safety Barkeepers can be educators too and it shouldnrsquot be too diffi cult to persuade tourists (usually German British and Irish) who represent the majority of volume drinkers in the cityrsquos more desirable watering holes It is foolish greedy and uncouth to con-sume high-alcohol beverages in such volumes and not expect to end up senselessly drunk and ultimately spoil the whole experience Volume drinkers should simply be directed to the lsquopiss waterrsquo beers of which there are many to satiate their needs and leave the quality beer tours for when they have educated themselves in the culture and manner of consumption that ensures maxi-mum pleasure and above all style
By Denson Pierre
STYLED BEER GLASSES
69amsterdam city life
We find the best most fun most typical exciting or local favourite restaurants etcetera in Amsterdam and bring them to you an easy way to feel like a local
Het Compagnie Theater Amsterdam 12122012
Recommended
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EUROGIFTSXenonweg 9 3812 SZ Amersfoort
Tel 033 - 454 35 75 - Fax 033 - 454 35 79E-mail lmproefeurogiftsnl
Website wwweurogiftsnl
FILMPROEF
ORDERNUMMER 6021022ARTIKELNUMMER 65123
Ware grootte (indien uitgeprint)Kleur opdruk Wit
Mulligans Irish Music BarAmsterdamrsquos best address for live Irish music Five (5) nights a week Check our agenda for upcoming sessions
Cafeacute KostverlorenCafeacute Kostverloren is a contemporary cafe offering the cosiness of a saloon an open kitchen and the intimacy of a living room During summer there is a large sunny terrace and during winter an open fi replace
VibesVibes is a relaxing cafecocktail bar art gallery with a large selection of coffees herbal teas homemade cakes and an amazing card of cocktails made with fresh fruit by a professional cocktail bartenderEnjoy our Italian kitchen in a cosy and friendly atmosphere
IncantoIncanto is a restaurant with a classic Italian kitchen Venetian chef Simone Ambrosin is known for his pure and simple style of cooking with feeling for nuance The wine list contains over 150 Italian wines
Planet RosePlanet Rose is the fi rst Caribbean restaurant in the Netherlands which specializes in Jamaican cuisine The menu features a daily changing selection of JamaicanCaribbean dishes and they ensure that you enjoy the whole expe-rience while dining with them
Cafe TisfrisCafe Tisfris is recognisable for its landmarks funky pillars and terrace Tisfris offers a friendly service and is a great pit stop for ldquoyummyrdquo refreshments
Cafe restaurant EdelCafe restaurant Edel is the perfect place for lunch dinner or to simply enjoy a drink Edel is a unique place in Amsterdam
Cafeacute OportoCafeacute Oporto is a traditional Amsterdam lsquobrown cafersquo Welcoming tourists and regular customers alike they offer televised sports wireless internet connection and a wide range of reasonably priced beers and spirits
Connoisseurs Delight Fun Drinking amp MusicTo Be Seen and Tasted
To Be Seen and Tasted
Fun Drinking amp Music
Connoisseurs Delight
Connoisseurs Delight
To Be Seen and Tasted
Neighbourhood cosy
Opera Prima - Patisserie Bistro TraiteurThe best place in town for lunch exquisite high teas or brunches and all of your luxury catering both private and corporate
Kinkerstraat 228 Amsterdamwwwoperaprimanl
St Antoniebreestraat 142 Amsterdamwwwtisfrisnl
Postjesweg 1 1057 DT Amsterdamwwwedelamsterdamnl
Zoutsteeg 1 1012 LX Amsterdamwwwcafeoportonethome
Amstel 100 1017 AC Amsterdamwwwmulligansnl
2e Kostverlorenkade 70 Amsterdamwwwcafekostverlorennl
Jan Pieter Heijestraat 137 Amsterdamwwwwixcomvibes137vibes
Amstel 2 Amsterdamwwwrestaurant-incantonl
Nicolaas Beetsstraat 47 Amsterdamwwwplanetroseinfo
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Answer to sentinelpostgmailcom
Where is this inAmsterdam
72spotted
Room 2cfilm
This is the one that will make you pause James Stewart one of my top ten actors of all time plays a businessman fighting to keep his life and family together while everything is crashing down around him In steps an lsquoangelrsquo to try and convince him that life is not as bad as it seems and that other people would be a lot worse off without him Probably the highest rated film Irsquove ever reviewed and one of the most Christmas-delicious I know
Could you walk 2400 kilometres while being pursued with little more than a longing to return to your homeland and mother to keep you and your dependant companions going Would you do this twice This utterly moving film highlights the true-life Australian apartheid practices of the twentieth century and the trauma it caused to native Australians The barren landscapes provide the perfect backdrop for compelling cinema-tography and its dryness will be irrigated by your tears
By David King
By dpmotions
Itrsquos a Wonderful Life (1946)
Rabbit-Proof Fence (2002)
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74trends
lsquoFacebook in particular is responsible for exacerbating unspoken competitivenessrsquo
By Dirkje Bakker-Pierre
Trends in the food industry are moving faster than lightning and are harder and harder to keep up with When you are all geared up to create your own artsy cupcakes all of a sudden cupcakes are out and macaroons are the flavour of the day
Sweat dripping and cheeks burning with stress levels going through the roof women all around the country have been toiling night and day to create just the right pimped-up cakes (completely covered in layers of pink and red marzipan tiny silver sugar balls and rose petals made from feather-light sugar) which look like they come from one of the newly popped-up cupcake shops Facebook in particular is responsible for exacerbating unspoken competitiveness due to images being posted of better looking and prettier cakes just after you posted your own in comparison pretty sad creations forcing you back into the kitchen to try again
One day itrsquos cutting out names from layers of chocolate the next itrsquos squirting curls and swirls of rainbow colours or grating organic carrots for the rather awkward lsquohealthyrsquo version the carrot cupcake
Shops have adjusted their aisles to make way for endless shelves of specialised products in all ranges of sweetness and multicoloured cuteness shapes tools mixtures and machines It is a whole world of custom products which just keeps growing and changing and you need to keep up with it all or risk being hopelessly left behind There are pink-coloured cook books workshops websites self-help groups and neglected overweight children crying for something non-sweet for once
But then after all your attempts and when you finally think you have achieved perfection before you know it you make a complete fool of yourself by serving the wrong type of sweet and colourful titbits because a new trend has already arrived That really makes you feel like a macaroon
All Caked Out
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Winter solstice is an exciting time of year when we all start dreaming of more sun more light and more inspiration Continuing the gemstone theme I would like to draw your attention to the very lovely and sparkling sunstone also known as heliolite It is the official gemstone of the US state of Oregon which is a prime source for this beautiful gem The name heliolite is derived from the Greek lsquoheliosrsquo and lsquolithosrsquo which mean lsquosunrsquo and lsquostonersquo It was first discovered in Viking burial mounds but despite its long history is not found in abundance
Sunstone is metallic in appearance and comes in red orange or green colours However cleaner red sunstone is very rare and commands proper gemstone prices The stone is a composite of oligoclase feldspar which also contains hematite or goethite The presence of hematite or goethite gives the stone its ability to reflect light hence the name sunstone Sunstone is said to be an inspiration stone able to bestow freedom independence and happiness It also said to reduce fear alleviate stress and bring good luck in any game of chance This sparkly stone has a further use in healing and is believed to endow its wearers with enhanced self-healing powers Other properties
Shine
By Evelina Kvartunaite
ndash
lsquoDreaming of more sun more light and more inspirationrsquo
ndash
include stimulating the vegetative autonomic nervous system and enhancing the harmonious functioning of all the bodyrsquos organs It is also quite helpful in cases of exhaustion due to lack of sleep
The gemstone is used to treat chronic sore throats and relieves pain caused by stomach ulcers It has proved successful in alleviating Seasonal Affective Disorder (or SAD) and is also known for relieving cartilage problems rheumatism and general aches and pains Sunstone helps in dealing with depression and frees its wearers from feelings of discrimination and failure as well as from perceptions of an lsquoevil worldrsquo Sunstone increases a personrsquos sense of self-esteem and self-worth
Sunstone is particularly beneficial when used in sunshine or sunlight It brings abundance to a personrsquos life and transforms negative energy into positive energy
If you have any other helpful tips you would like to share please let me know at evelinakvartunaiteconsultancymarketmediacom
76health amp well-being
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lsquoBestow freedom independence and happinessrsquo
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lsquoIt has proved successful in alleviating Seasonal Affective
Disorderrsquo
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77health amp well-being
world this lsquotrickeryrsquo has moved online With todayrsquos short attention spans the potential to draw users to a website and retain them is a crucial skill which is rewarded by the revenue that can be generated based on how long a user stays on a website Link-baiting should have been foreseen since it is inevitable
Every click on a website is a revenue-generating moment in terms of advertising The amount of adverts to which you can expose an online user as they click to and through your website is the currency used to determine whether an advertising agency spends its budget on one publication over another Real journalism and insightful opinions once drove online traffic for web publications but link-baiting is now seriously derailing this approach
Most of the time the story behind the sensational link does not live up to expectations A typical example of this can be found in the online edition of the Watford Observer on Tuesday 31 July 2012 The link-bait read ldquoCameron Diaz vows to kick drug habit with help of stepdadrdquo However following the link or falling for the bait led to the underwhelming story ldquoDrug user Cameron Diaz of Broomfield Rise Abbots Langley has sworn to clean up his act with the help of his stepfatherrdquo Although the story was factually correct the intention of the publication was to trick the
One of my previous articles described how online technology publications are subverting reality by not correctly echoing the sentiments of the consuming public Part of the cause of this is that usually in a bid to counter the majority of lacklustre stories floating around they subvert reality to make it more interesting How many non-geeks really care about the advantages of modelling parallelism on serial programs with the Intelreg Advisor XE Itrsquos certainly not a typically newsworthy story
As a result an annoying phenomenon has slowly been building momentum This is now quite evident all over the internet and is destroying good journalism The phenomenon is called Link-baiting Our trustworthy source of internet knowledge describes Link-bait(ing) as anything ldquointeresting enough to catch peoplersquos attentionrdquo (httpenwikipediaorgwikiLink_bait)
Link-baiting is synonymous with the sensational cover stories used on the front of magazines to entice people walking past to pick up the magazines and delve into them As with most things from the print
No news is good news
lsquoQuite evident all over the internet and is destroying good
journalismrsquo
By Simon Owusu
technology
TechBit Sio-Bytes
78
provider in America to the tune of US$ 400 million The initial story broke on the PRWEB website and the majority of online publications regurgitated the story with no additional insights such as the implications of such a deal which real journalism would call for None of them bothered to check the sources or the credibility of the story Millions of revenue-generating clicks later the more seasoned online publications such as CNN AllThings D and CNET broke the bigger story that the press release was fake and that both Google and ICOA Wireless had denied the story In a rush to break the story the first rule of journalism was contravened lsquoAlways check your sourcesrsquo
Given the transient nature of any false news stories posted on the internet these days the story quickly disappeared from most of the offending publications and today you will be hard pressed to find any mention of this slip-up The Sentinel we like to think always brings you the truth albeit typed on an iPad Mini so donrsquot count on us to follow such faulty phenomena and trends
online user into clicking on it due to the coincidental name-sharing of the Abbots Langley Cameron Diaz with the famous American actress Every link clicked demonstrates the potential for advertisers to reach larger audiences and generate revenue for the online publications
From the same school as link-baiting comes the phenomenon of lsquofirst past the postrsquo journalism within the advertising-driven online publication world In this type of journalism emphasis is placed on being first to publish or break a news story Online publications that are first to break a news story attract a high amount of traffic (which translates into large revenues generated by advertising) since they are the only source of that particular information for a short space of time Online users have no choice but to visit that particular site if they wish to read the scoop The downside of this is that in a bid to be first to reap the advertising revenues frequently news stories are not properly checked for credibility On Monday 26 November 2012 nearly every online technology publication published the story of Google purchasing ICOA Wireless a Wi-Fi hot-spot
lsquoFrequently news stories are not properly checked for credibilityrsquo
lsquolsquoAlways check your sourcesrsquorsquo
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these people in business suits are rushing to check in their business cases Irsquom manoeuvring my 19-metre ski bag between them Strange looks and questions donrsquot surprise me anymore The looks whispers and questions Irsquove had while on trains from one place to the next or on the tram after going to the beach on my way to the indoor slope this summer On the one hand they made me feel like I was some strange creature from another planet but on the other they got me extra stoked up about what Irsquom doing
As I write this itrsquos a week after I checked in my bags and Irsquom sitting in my favourite coffee shop Cuppa Joersquos in Breckenridge Colorado Over the past five days Irsquove been getting up every morning at around 630 am and getting out at around 800am Anyone who knows me will probably raise an eyebrow at this When Irsquom working at home on my photos and stories for the White Freeski Magazine where Irsquom editor-in-chief or on freelance assignments my daily rhythm is completely the opposite But I guess thatrsquos the nice thing about jetlag
Itrsquos hard to describe the feeling of finally getting back
You know that feeling of bubbly excitement you get when you are getting ready to go and do something yoursquove been anticipating for a long long time It might be finally nailing that presentation to finish up university cooking a great dinner for friends or excitement about meeting up with someone
Getting my bags out from the basement after they had been collecting dust for the past eight months prompted those feelings to rush through my veins once again Even though I donrsquot mind being home going to the beach and rehabbing my knee and visiting friends in different countries over the summer all this has taken place in the city and Irsquove been missing the mountains terribly As Irsquom getting my bags out it makes me realise that it really is almost time for me to click into my skis again and breathe in the fresh mountain air
After packing it was finally time to get on my flight to Denver Colorado on Monday morning While all
white outBubbles of Excitement
By Ananda van Welij
Just another girl from a country without mountains addicted to snow
lsquoGo and do something yoursquove been anticipating for a long long timersquo
82sport
have ahead of me this winter Looking forward again instead of being bummed I try to focus on the bright side like I did while I was stuck at home rehabbing and walking on crutches Trying to be inspired by what I see around me and what others do and have instead of being frustrated by it
It makes me wonder about just working and meeting up with friends at home I know I have a privileged life as Irsquom sitting here but isnrsquot this something we all experience in our daily lives It can be hard to sit down let go of the frustration sadness and problems and look forward Itrsquos not always possible to do it overnight but I think that just trying makes you feel better and in the end it allows you to bubble with excitement again no matter if itrsquos for a day of skiing or for finishing that project
My new mission for this season is to stay positive and draw inspiration from the people and things around me Irsquoll let you know how Irsquom doing in three weeksrsquo time
onto my skis after being out for eight months due to a torn MCL Cruising down the hill feeling and hearing the snow crunch under my feet It might sound strange to you but to me itrsquos a special sort of magic I guess it has something to do with the dopamine your body makes while having a great rush of excitement Although Irsquom pretty tired right now and taking a day off from skiing just walking outside and knowing that I can go up the hill any moment I like makes me feel better
Being so excited to be back on the snow after an injury also has a downside It comes in the form of having to hold myself back Since my injury I havenrsquot been jumping or doing any crazy tricks Itrsquos hard seeing all my friends jump and having fun in the park knowing I really shouldnrsquot do any of that stuff yet My mind is screaming ldquoYou can do that toordquo But Irsquom scared of a repeat injury brought on by pushing myself too hard too fast I have to force myself to sit down talk to my friends and listen to their stories of having fun while being genuinely happy for them To enjoy the sun instead of freaking myself out eat some good food have a good laugh and think of all the fun trips I
lsquoExtra stoked up about what Irsquom doingrsquo
lsquoTo me itrsquos a special sort of magicrsquo
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We have reached the point of the season when the outstanding manager of the first half has his team profiled and receives a pat on the back An overall lead at Xmas more often than not means that the team has peaked during the first half of the season before going on to show signs of weakness This season unusually we have a manager who has led strongly from the very early weeks but who still has a full supply of substitutes in reserve This bodes ill for the other managers as even though he has been professionally hunted down to the point that his lead is now meagre (or even gone by the time this is published) Steven Fockema still holds all the aces given that his reserves remain intact while the chasersrsquo have been used up to varying degrees
Daft3Punks
GK Tim Krul (newcastle United) 25m ndash Out injured from the beginning of September until the end of November No proper form assessment possible so far this season and his team are in apparent gradual creep towards the relegation zone Rating 825
deF Jose enrique (Liverpool) 35m ndash At a work-in-progress team Now playing regularly as a midfielder and showing positive form Rating 85
deF daniel Agger (Liverpool) 4m ndash Still more bluster and posing than glory Rating 825
deF Winston Reid (West Ham) 1m ndash Doing New Zealand proud in the Premier League at his price West Ham may not secure a greater number of clean sheets in the second half of the season however Rating 80
deF Jan Vertonghen (Tottenham Hotspur) 45m ndash Handsome driving Belgian vanilla One of the stars of the season thus far Rating 90
mId Gareth Bale (Tottenham Hotspur) 55m ndash The most impressive individual player in the current Premier League Rating 915
mId michu (Swansea city) 2m ndash Incredible value at his price A natural goal-scorer extraordinaire who also gets around and shows versatility Rating 90
mId Yaya Toure (manchester city) 45m ndash Nowhere close to his form of the previous season even if that can change in the second half of this one Rating 850
FWd Fabio Borini (Liverpool) 3m ndash Tipped here to eventually do well but long-term injury befell him just at the time he was settling into his new team and system Rating 80
FWd olivier Giroud (Arsenal) 45m ndash Has been nudging levels above average of late Rating 850
FWd Papiss cisse (newcastle United) 5m ndash Another player showing an astonishing fall from the excellence of the final third of the previous season Newcastle United appear to need re-styling quickly Rating 825
overall rating 9340 (max 100)
The New Year will only bring fireworks given the keen match-up between FFG-CL managers
By Denson Pierre
The Gold Room
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clouds Going by the sheer number of mangled locals hauled off to hospital emergency rooms each January it often seems like we forget everything wersquove learned in previous winters or we simply enjoy kissing the cold asphalt while the bike chain wraps itself around our cold stiffened necks No other explanation makes sense The safest advice is to stay inside until the worst is over but since most of us need to go out and make a living or at least visit the shops to stock up on hot chocolate and whipped cream for those long dark evenings by the fireplace hibernation is sadly not an option Luckily the periods of time when we have to deal with ice and snow are usually short lived and there is always the alternative of the public transport system for those who donrsquot dare to confront the frozen world wheel-on And of course there is one thing that unites all of us in a feverish winter dream and makes us forget all the downsides of the cold season the thought that we might be able to ice-skate on the canals rivers and waterways of our lovely little country There is a magic word that we only dare to whisper for fear that once itrsquos spoken out loud the temperature will rise instantly so Irsquom going to write it in tiny letters only Elfstedentocht (Eleven city tour) This ice-skating race of over 200 kilometres through the beautiful frozen Frisian landscape is the pinnacle of winter wonderland fun for the entire family We were last able to enjoy this mysterious and elusive pleasure in 1997 so wish us luck and hopefully this season we can live the dream again May the winter gods be with us
Being the sturdy weather-defying people we are it does not bother us much to hop on our bikes and face the white landscape But there are a few things to consider before throwing yourself into a winter storm trying to negotiate your steel horse through piles of ice and snow covering every surface Make sure to dress properly ndash itrsquos best to wear several layers of clothing which allows the air trapped in between to warm up and keep you comfortable The outer layer should really be waterproof as snow can become rain in an instant here and you donrsquot want to be stuck in a woollen jacket that will freeze solid and cover you with an icy crust when the wind turns in your direction A nice thick hat and gloves are mandatory the head being the area of your body from which most heat exits and you donrsquot want to let that happen Keep it under wraps to ensure proper brain activity and intact ears even if yoursquore caught out in one of those mini-blizzards that can just pop up out of nowhere Once yoursquore all bundled up and ready for the ride there is of course the small issue of the streets being completely covered in icy sludge the kind that has created wrinkles of despair and fear across the foreheads of generations of Dutch men and women An iced-over surface is the natural enemy of anything moving across it and especially those with only two wheels which have a natural tendency to fall over when not held in check by the trained thighs of a road warrior It is highly advisable to ride slowly and carefully keeping an eye on the road ahead of you for frozen patches These can usually be easily identified by the number of falling bodies and crashing bikes of those who seem to think that gravity is suspended once the fluffy stuff starts drifting down from the
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A Russian bears a Chinese panda
Moscow
Once a year I take a foreign holiday and every time I want it to be something special In order to experience the gorgeous Chinese culture and to faint at the sight of enormous skyscrapers in November 2012 I departed Moscow for Hong Kong I wanted my trip to include cultural aspects be affordable and bring something new into my life Looking back I am happy to say that my holiday completely satisfied all these criteria
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By Tatiana Igumensheva
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lsquoA casino which is often the only purpose for visiting Macau especially for people from mainland China and
Hong Kongrsquo
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Macau
Having landed in Honk Kong I took a ferry to Macau which is not as large as its nickname the lsquoAsian Las Vegasrsquo suggests It took me just a day to complete my sightseeing and another to buy souvenirs The only place I omitted from my explorations was a casino which is often the only purpose for visiting Macau especially for people from mainland China and Hong Kong Temples natas (exquisite tarts) Portuguese architecture from the 19th century alongside huge skyscrapers this is the Macau I will remember It is very clean and most museums and temples do not charge for admission I enjoyed the Mandarinrsquos House most of all ndash a great example of home and everyday life habits Jesuit temples are gorgeous as well as the fortress with its lighthouse and of course Macaursquos most famous landmark the ruins of St Paulrsquos cathedral
Macau is a former Portuguese colony and if this one is anything to go by this is something the Portuguese were great at The old city centre has the atmosphere of a small tranquil town ndash very safe and friendly ndash which is exactly what it is both Macau and Hong Kong are probably the two safest places in the world The only thing that was a constant worry was the fact that Macau (and Hong Kong) has no open spaces at all The roads just keep going up and down up and downhellip
Good cardio exercise though I went through it for two days in Macau and then continued my hiking in Hong Kong
Hong Kong
Signs of British colonialism in Hong Kong are noticeable by their absence It was all destroyed in order to make use of every square metre An absence of land has made Hong Kong a temple to skyscrapers and the Chinese appear to have mastered this art perfectly
The first place to see is surely The Peak however Even if you are hysterically afraid of heights you simply must go there This is one view you will never forget Visit it at least twice ndash in the afternoon and in the evening ndash and you will see two different cities below Then take a walk through the central area The way the buildings almost literally scrape the sky excites me every time I look up ndash itlsquos amazing By the way despite being such a technological nation the local Chinese care about the environment in all aspects of their lives They are fond of trees even in a small city-centre park so they can take a little rest on their way to work and they really seem to care about nature There are huge penalties for littering smoking in prohibited areas and great attention to recycling Hong Kong is a city that cares ndash thatrsquos my first impression
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lsquoAn absence of land has made Hong Kong a temple to skyscrapersrsquo
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Another thought I had about all of this progress around me is that being such a progressive society the local Chinese never stopped to become fundamentally religious There are many temples and statues so many religions live together in this peaceful place That was a completely new lifestyle experience for me skyscrapers happily standing alongside all sorts of religious buildings Maybe thatrsquos what freedom of faith is all about
If you manage to get there try to visit all the places described in the tourist guidebooks They are really worth seeing Hong Kong residents spend their weekends visiting these places themselves Ocean Park Big Buddha Mid-levels the Avenue of Stars Hong Kong Park the Botanical and Zoological Gardenshellip I enjoyed all of them greatly
However what struck me the most was the people Forever smiling kind and always helpful Talking to them was a pleasure And some of them cook such delicious dishes that I was ready to eat the plate By the way do not forget that Hong Kong is the capital of international cuisine ndash so try everything Except for Borsch (some restaurants offer it) with which I still believe it is better to get acquainted in Russia or Ukraine All sorts of noodles rice and dumplings are
available here I tried Vietnamese Indian and Hong Kong cuisine and I cannot say which I like morehellip So Hong Kong is a wonderful opportunity to try everything
One last bit of advice if you can afford it take a hotel room with harbour view which will pay you back with interest My harbour-view hotel room suited me perfectly When I was tired of walking I went to my room had a glass of wine watched the lights shimmering on the other side of harbour and was completely happy
I am just reaching the end of my holiday taking a rest in my room and feeling really jealous of anyone about to visit Hong Kong for the first time You are going to enjoy so many exciting emotionshellip
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lsquoThe local Chinese care about the environment in all aspects of their livesrsquo
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lsquoHong Kong is the capital of international cuisine ndash so try everythingrsquo
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Silent nights
Winter nights are well suited to staying indoors in the warmth especially after dark Not everyone is a lowland bear however and most of us need thoughtful stimulation to keep smiling through cold nights spent away from living quarters Luckily for Amsterdammers who pay attention from time to time extremely interesting and creative happenings are staged at a price anyone can afford The idea is simple tour the lights of lsquoNew Cityrsquo Amsterdam at night spending a couple of hours on a sturdy comfortable and warm (enclosed) historical craft The city falls silent as soon as you leave the pier and the transformation is complete when the city becomes simply unrecognisable with its flat lines interrupted by a few high-rising buildings shimmering back at you Some things in Amsterdam remain refreshingly surprising even to its well-cured darlings Not much beats having couple glasses of wine while splashing across the IJsselmeer and struggling to figure out which section of the city you are gazing upon through the silence of an icy night
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The Sentinel took up the enthusiastic invitation from the people of the annually occurring Dutch-Lithuanian art event on December 1 The Dutch aspect of the event day and night together with the displayed art was not particularly significant in this case however given that it was one of the more complete cultural cuisine musical and heartily drinking events that the recent European Union arrivalrsquos creative set could conjure with the help of their foreign desk and local culture funds A well produced and expansive programme could be sampled and lightning insight garnered into the culture and artistic impressions of a pearl of Baltic civilisation Vilnius met Amsterdam It just may be time for this e-zine to delve even deeper into Lithuania
See wwwltartnl
Iron Wolves
By Denson Pierre
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MechelenAuthentic and full of surprises Thatrsquos Mechelen Hospitable and honourable Thatrsquos the people of Mechelen Come and experience the cityrsquos urban charms for yourself Mechelen
Authentic and full of surprises Thatrsquos Mechelen Hospitable and honourable Thatrsquos the people of Mechelen Come and experience the cityrsquos urban charms for yourself
photography copy Layla Aerts
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CafeacuteBar Review Batavia 1920
lsquoClassic bar art embraces you as you enterrsquo
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Batavia 1920Prins Hendrikkade 85 1012 AE Amsterdam
It is always handy to know of a wholesome cafeacutebar that ticks all the boxes even if it happens to be located at the busiest point of the old city (obliquely opposite Central Station) Over the course of the different seasons I managed to assess this fine establishment which serves as another reminder of what good honest bars are all about There is still quality available in Amsterdam
AmbianceThoughtful solid furniture easy lighting and classic bar art embraces you as you enter With a chess club professional dart board regular parties and borrels the vibe ranges daily from mellow to vibrant Rating 5
StaffregularsOn my most recent visit I had the pleasure of Elizabeth and Jamie leading the service but staff members are always experienced service is quick and drinks are de-livered with fresh smiles whoever happens to be work-ing The regulars are plentiful and the bar emanates the energy of a good professional lsquoIrishrsquo bar attracting an eclectic international mix to this super-central location It is a perfect meeting point for friends from any cardi-nal direction with the national transportation hub being literally just across the road Rating 5
Televised sportAmple flat screens and channels Rating 4
PricesIn general the prices are standard Central Amsterdam levels which is sadly typical of grand cafeacutes in this post-code area What works in Bataviarsquos favour is that it has an above-average selection of lsquoBelgian beautiesrsquo (beer) on offer Given the advised dosage having two or three should not leave you broke or broken The kitchen also has quite a strong reputation for above-average pub fare The Sunday roast dinner is especially popular and keeps folk who like that sort of thing coming back as often as they can afford it Rating 3
MusicGenuinely diverse popular and world music from a crisp-sounding digital sound system and staff members seem to have cool taste in music Rating 5
Smoking area provisionThere is a large smoking room on the lower level Sim-ple and ingenious air-conditioning allows you to spend your full upstairs session there without the sense of be-ing fumigated If you were not told about the smoking area below you would not know there was one Rating 5
Total rating 2730(Ratings from 1-5 where 1 = Very poor and 5 = Excel-lent)
By Denson Pierre
lsquoA perfect meeting point for friends from any cardinal directionrsquo
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1
lsquoIt has an above-average selection of lsquoBelgian beautiesrsquorsquo
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Day segments and ratesPR 0800-1230hrs AG 1330-1630hrs UE 1730-2130hrsAll sessions are priced at u 25 per single adult Group size upper limit = 8 Accompanied children under the age of five are gratis and school aged children pay 25 Family package rates are negotiable
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star beer guide
The SentinelStar beer guide
lsquoFind the better bars serving it at the right price in the New Yearrsquo
Clever marketing and an effective pricing campaign has led to this A-class standard-bearing blonde becoming one of the most easily found lsquorealrsquo beers in Amsterdam cafeacutes and bars With its distinctive charisma and fresh fruity taste it sits just on the edge in terms of strength and only the brave and seasoned can be found using it as a session beer Prices across Amsterdam for the same Trappist-glass measure can range dramatically from euro 250 to euro 425 per glass so there is fun to be had trying to find the better bars serving it at the right price in the New Year Your search will be rewarded by this cool classic
Grimbergen Blonde is brewed by Alken-Maes Alken Belgium
By Denson Pierre
GRIMBERGEN BLONDE (67 ABV)
67star beer guide
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BRING BACK
A substantial amount of the culture on mainland Europe revolves around platinum-standard beer of various descriptions and fl avours being easily available Amsterdam is not lacking in cafeacutes bars off licences supermarkets and online outlets stocking truly great beers available either immediately or within 24 hours With the growing popularity of high-yeast and high alcohol by volume brands how these drinks are served is a cause for concern however
Led by the Belgians and French the art of designing a glass that refl ects the individual quality of the liquid experience within is among these productsrsquo most out-standing features after their fl avour and power to in-toxicate Any beer of decent repute has its own glass in which it is intended to be served This always takes the form and size of a sensible measure to ensure a taste experience at the correct temperature and allow people to enjoy the evoked sensations before fi nding them-selves suddenly and blindingly drunk What we now often fi nd in tourist-pressed Amsterdam are these lsquoreal beersrsquo being off ered and served to ignorant punters in pint (or half-litre) measures leading to people becom-ing drunk at speed and destroying the overall aesthetic of lsquobeering itrsquo with style
The Sentinel says bring back the serving of high-alco-hol-content drinks in appropriate measures and if pos-sible in the glasses especially designed for the purpose This would be desirable for all manner of reasons not least health and safety Barkeepers can be educators too and it shouldnrsquot be too diffi cult to persuade tourists (usually German British and Irish) who represent the majority of volume drinkers in the cityrsquos more desirable watering holes It is foolish greedy and uncouth to con-sume high-alcohol beverages in such volumes and not expect to end up senselessly drunk and ultimately spoil the whole experience Volume drinkers should simply be directed to the lsquopiss waterrsquo beers of which there are many to satiate their needs and leave the quality beer tours for when they have educated themselves in the culture and manner of consumption that ensures maxi-mum pleasure and above all style
By Denson Pierre
STYLED BEER GLASSES
69amsterdam city life
We find the best most fun most typical exciting or local favourite restaurants etcetera in Amsterdam and bring them to you an easy way to feel like a local
Het Compagnie Theater Amsterdam 12122012
Recommended
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EUROGIFTSXenonweg 9 3812 SZ Amersfoort
Tel 033 - 454 35 75 - Fax 033 - 454 35 79E-mail lmproefeurogiftsnl
Website wwweurogiftsnl
FILMPROEF
ORDERNUMMER 6021022ARTIKELNUMMER 65123
Ware grootte (indien uitgeprint)Kleur opdruk Wit
Mulligans Irish Music BarAmsterdamrsquos best address for live Irish music Five (5) nights a week Check our agenda for upcoming sessions
Cafeacute KostverlorenCafeacute Kostverloren is a contemporary cafe offering the cosiness of a saloon an open kitchen and the intimacy of a living room During summer there is a large sunny terrace and during winter an open fi replace
VibesVibes is a relaxing cafecocktail bar art gallery with a large selection of coffees herbal teas homemade cakes and an amazing card of cocktails made with fresh fruit by a professional cocktail bartenderEnjoy our Italian kitchen in a cosy and friendly atmosphere
IncantoIncanto is a restaurant with a classic Italian kitchen Venetian chef Simone Ambrosin is known for his pure and simple style of cooking with feeling for nuance The wine list contains over 150 Italian wines
Planet RosePlanet Rose is the fi rst Caribbean restaurant in the Netherlands which specializes in Jamaican cuisine The menu features a daily changing selection of JamaicanCaribbean dishes and they ensure that you enjoy the whole expe-rience while dining with them
Cafe TisfrisCafe Tisfris is recognisable for its landmarks funky pillars and terrace Tisfris offers a friendly service and is a great pit stop for ldquoyummyrdquo refreshments
Cafe restaurant EdelCafe restaurant Edel is the perfect place for lunch dinner or to simply enjoy a drink Edel is a unique place in Amsterdam
Cafeacute OportoCafeacute Oporto is a traditional Amsterdam lsquobrown cafersquo Welcoming tourists and regular customers alike they offer televised sports wireless internet connection and a wide range of reasonably priced beers and spirits
Connoisseurs Delight Fun Drinking amp MusicTo Be Seen and Tasted
To Be Seen and Tasted
Fun Drinking amp Music
Connoisseurs Delight
Connoisseurs Delight
To Be Seen and Tasted
Neighbourhood cosy
Opera Prima - Patisserie Bistro TraiteurThe best place in town for lunch exquisite high teas or brunches and all of your luxury catering both private and corporate
Kinkerstraat 228 Amsterdamwwwoperaprimanl
St Antoniebreestraat 142 Amsterdamwwwtisfrisnl
Postjesweg 1 1057 DT Amsterdamwwwedelamsterdamnl
Zoutsteeg 1 1012 LX Amsterdamwwwcafeoportonethome
Amstel 100 1017 AC Amsterdamwwwmulligansnl
2e Kostverlorenkade 70 Amsterdamwwwcafekostverlorennl
Jan Pieter Heijestraat 137 Amsterdamwwwwixcomvibes137vibes
Amstel 2 Amsterdamwwwrestaurant-incantonl
Nicolaas Beetsstraat 47 Amsterdamwwwplanetroseinfo
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Where is this inAmsterdam
72spotted
Room 2cfilm
This is the one that will make you pause James Stewart one of my top ten actors of all time plays a businessman fighting to keep his life and family together while everything is crashing down around him In steps an lsquoangelrsquo to try and convince him that life is not as bad as it seems and that other people would be a lot worse off without him Probably the highest rated film Irsquove ever reviewed and one of the most Christmas-delicious I know
Could you walk 2400 kilometres while being pursued with little more than a longing to return to your homeland and mother to keep you and your dependant companions going Would you do this twice This utterly moving film highlights the true-life Australian apartheid practices of the twentieth century and the trauma it caused to native Australians The barren landscapes provide the perfect backdrop for compelling cinema-tography and its dryness will be irrigated by your tears
By David King
By dpmotions
Itrsquos a Wonderful Life (1946)
Rabbit-Proof Fence (2002)
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74trends
lsquoFacebook in particular is responsible for exacerbating unspoken competitivenessrsquo
By Dirkje Bakker-Pierre
Trends in the food industry are moving faster than lightning and are harder and harder to keep up with When you are all geared up to create your own artsy cupcakes all of a sudden cupcakes are out and macaroons are the flavour of the day
Sweat dripping and cheeks burning with stress levels going through the roof women all around the country have been toiling night and day to create just the right pimped-up cakes (completely covered in layers of pink and red marzipan tiny silver sugar balls and rose petals made from feather-light sugar) which look like they come from one of the newly popped-up cupcake shops Facebook in particular is responsible for exacerbating unspoken competitiveness due to images being posted of better looking and prettier cakes just after you posted your own in comparison pretty sad creations forcing you back into the kitchen to try again
One day itrsquos cutting out names from layers of chocolate the next itrsquos squirting curls and swirls of rainbow colours or grating organic carrots for the rather awkward lsquohealthyrsquo version the carrot cupcake
Shops have adjusted their aisles to make way for endless shelves of specialised products in all ranges of sweetness and multicoloured cuteness shapes tools mixtures and machines It is a whole world of custom products which just keeps growing and changing and you need to keep up with it all or risk being hopelessly left behind There are pink-coloured cook books workshops websites self-help groups and neglected overweight children crying for something non-sweet for once
But then after all your attempts and when you finally think you have achieved perfection before you know it you make a complete fool of yourself by serving the wrong type of sweet and colourful titbits because a new trend has already arrived That really makes you feel like a macaroon
All Caked Out
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Winter solstice is an exciting time of year when we all start dreaming of more sun more light and more inspiration Continuing the gemstone theme I would like to draw your attention to the very lovely and sparkling sunstone also known as heliolite It is the official gemstone of the US state of Oregon which is a prime source for this beautiful gem The name heliolite is derived from the Greek lsquoheliosrsquo and lsquolithosrsquo which mean lsquosunrsquo and lsquostonersquo It was first discovered in Viking burial mounds but despite its long history is not found in abundance
Sunstone is metallic in appearance and comes in red orange or green colours However cleaner red sunstone is very rare and commands proper gemstone prices The stone is a composite of oligoclase feldspar which also contains hematite or goethite The presence of hematite or goethite gives the stone its ability to reflect light hence the name sunstone Sunstone is said to be an inspiration stone able to bestow freedom independence and happiness It also said to reduce fear alleviate stress and bring good luck in any game of chance This sparkly stone has a further use in healing and is believed to endow its wearers with enhanced self-healing powers Other properties
Shine
By Evelina Kvartunaite
ndash
lsquoDreaming of more sun more light and more inspirationrsquo
ndash
include stimulating the vegetative autonomic nervous system and enhancing the harmonious functioning of all the bodyrsquos organs It is also quite helpful in cases of exhaustion due to lack of sleep
The gemstone is used to treat chronic sore throats and relieves pain caused by stomach ulcers It has proved successful in alleviating Seasonal Affective Disorder (or SAD) and is also known for relieving cartilage problems rheumatism and general aches and pains Sunstone helps in dealing with depression and frees its wearers from feelings of discrimination and failure as well as from perceptions of an lsquoevil worldrsquo Sunstone increases a personrsquos sense of self-esteem and self-worth
Sunstone is particularly beneficial when used in sunshine or sunlight It brings abundance to a personrsquos life and transforms negative energy into positive energy
If you have any other helpful tips you would like to share please let me know at evelinakvartunaiteconsultancymarketmediacom
76health amp well-being
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lsquoBestow freedom independence and happinessrsquo
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lsquoIt has proved successful in alleviating Seasonal Affective
Disorderrsquo
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77health amp well-being
world this lsquotrickeryrsquo has moved online With todayrsquos short attention spans the potential to draw users to a website and retain them is a crucial skill which is rewarded by the revenue that can be generated based on how long a user stays on a website Link-baiting should have been foreseen since it is inevitable
Every click on a website is a revenue-generating moment in terms of advertising The amount of adverts to which you can expose an online user as they click to and through your website is the currency used to determine whether an advertising agency spends its budget on one publication over another Real journalism and insightful opinions once drove online traffic for web publications but link-baiting is now seriously derailing this approach
Most of the time the story behind the sensational link does not live up to expectations A typical example of this can be found in the online edition of the Watford Observer on Tuesday 31 July 2012 The link-bait read ldquoCameron Diaz vows to kick drug habit with help of stepdadrdquo However following the link or falling for the bait led to the underwhelming story ldquoDrug user Cameron Diaz of Broomfield Rise Abbots Langley has sworn to clean up his act with the help of his stepfatherrdquo Although the story was factually correct the intention of the publication was to trick the
One of my previous articles described how online technology publications are subverting reality by not correctly echoing the sentiments of the consuming public Part of the cause of this is that usually in a bid to counter the majority of lacklustre stories floating around they subvert reality to make it more interesting How many non-geeks really care about the advantages of modelling parallelism on serial programs with the Intelreg Advisor XE Itrsquos certainly not a typically newsworthy story
As a result an annoying phenomenon has slowly been building momentum This is now quite evident all over the internet and is destroying good journalism The phenomenon is called Link-baiting Our trustworthy source of internet knowledge describes Link-bait(ing) as anything ldquointeresting enough to catch peoplersquos attentionrdquo (httpenwikipediaorgwikiLink_bait)
Link-baiting is synonymous with the sensational cover stories used on the front of magazines to entice people walking past to pick up the magazines and delve into them As with most things from the print
No news is good news
lsquoQuite evident all over the internet and is destroying good
journalismrsquo
By Simon Owusu
technology
TechBit Sio-Bytes
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provider in America to the tune of US$ 400 million The initial story broke on the PRWEB website and the majority of online publications regurgitated the story with no additional insights such as the implications of such a deal which real journalism would call for None of them bothered to check the sources or the credibility of the story Millions of revenue-generating clicks later the more seasoned online publications such as CNN AllThings D and CNET broke the bigger story that the press release was fake and that both Google and ICOA Wireless had denied the story In a rush to break the story the first rule of journalism was contravened lsquoAlways check your sourcesrsquo
Given the transient nature of any false news stories posted on the internet these days the story quickly disappeared from most of the offending publications and today you will be hard pressed to find any mention of this slip-up The Sentinel we like to think always brings you the truth albeit typed on an iPad Mini so donrsquot count on us to follow such faulty phenomena and trends
online user into clicking on it due to the coincidental name-sharing of the Abbots Langley Cameron Diaz with the famous American actress Every link clicked demonstrates the potential for advertisers to reach larger audiences and generate revenue for the online publications
From the same school as link-baiting comes the phenomenon of lsquofirst past the postrsquo journalism within the advertising-driven online publication world In this type of journalism emphasis is placed on being first to publish or break a news story Online publications that are first to break a news story attract a high amount of traffic (which translates into large revenues generated by advertising) since they are the only source of that particular information for a short space of time Online users have no choice but to visit that particular site if they wish to read the scoop The downside of this is that in a bid to be first to reap the advertising revenues frequently news stories are not properly checked for credibility On Monday 26 November 2012 nearly every online technology publication published the story of Google purchasing ICOA Wireless a Wi-Fi hot-spot
lsquoFrequently news stories are not properly checked for credibilityrsquo
lsquolsquoAlways check your sourcesrsquorsquo
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these people in business suits are rushing to check in their business cases Irsquom manoeuvring my 19-metre ski bag between them Strange looks and questions donrsquot surprise me anymore The looks whispers and questions Irsquove had while on trains from one place to the next or on the tram after going to the beach on my way to the indoor slope this summer On the one hand they made me feel like I was some strange creature from another planet but on the other they got me extra stoked up about what Irsquom doing
As I write this itrsquos a week after I checked in my bags and Irsquom sitting in my favourite coffee shop Cuppa Joersquos in Breckenridge Colorado Over the past five days Irsquove been getting up every morning at around 630 am and getting out at around 800am Anyone who knows me will probably raise an eyebrow at this When Irsquom working at home on my photos and stories for the White Freeski Magazine where Irsquom editor-in-chief or on freelance assignments my daily rhythm is completely the opposite But I guess thatrsquos the nice thing about jetlag
Itrsquos hard to describe the feeling of finally getting back
You know that feeling of bubbly excitement you get when you are getting ready to go and do something yoursquove been anticipating for a long long time It might be finally nailing that presentation to finish up university cooking a great dinner for friends or excitement about meeting up with someone
Getting my bags out from the basement after they had been collecting dust for the past eight months prompted those feelings to rush through my veins once again Even though I donrsquot mind being home going to the beach and rehabbing my knee and visiting friends in different countries over the summer all this has taken place in the city and Irsquove been missing the mountains terribly As Irsquom getting my bags out it makes me realise that it really is almost time for me to click into my skis again and breathe in the fresh mountain air
After packing it was finally time to get on my flight to Denver Colorado on Monday morning While all
white outBubbles of Excitement
By Ananda van Welij
Just another girl from a country without mountains addicted to snow
lsquoGo and do something yoursquove been anticipating for a long long timersquo
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have ahead of me this winter Looking forward again instead of being bummed I try to focus on the bright side like I did while I was stuck at home rehabbing and walking on crutches Trying to be inspired by what I see around me and what others do and have instead of being frustrated by it
It makes me wonder about just working and meeting up with friends at home I know I have a privileged life as Irsquom sitting here but isnrsquot this something we all experience in our daily lives It can be hard to sit down let go of the frustration sadness and problems and look forward Itrsquos not always possible to do it overnight but I think that just trying makes you feel better and in the end it allows you to bubble with excitement again no matter if itrsquos for a day of skiing or for finishing that project
My new mission for this season is to stay positive and draw inspiration from the people and things around me Irsquoll let you know how Irsquom doing in three weeksrsquo time
onto my skis after being out for eight months due to a torn MCL Cruising down the hill feeling and hearing the snow crunch under my feet It might sound strange to you but to me itrsquos a special sort of magic I guess it has something to do with the dopamine your body makes while having a great rush of excitement Although Irsquom pretty tired right now and taking a day off from skiing just walking outside and knowing that I can go up the hill any moment I like makes me feel better
Being so excited to be back on the snow after an injury also has a downside It comes in the form of having to hold myself back Since my injury I havenrsquot been jumping or doing any crazy tricks Itrsquos hard seeing all my friends jump and having fun in the park knowing I really shouldnrsquot do any of that stuff yet My mind is screaming ldquoYou can do that toordquo But Irsquom scared of a repeat injury brought on by pushing myself too hard too fast I have to force myself to sit down talk to my friends and listen to their stories of having fun while being genuinely happy for them To enjoy the sun instead of freaking myself out eat some good food have a good laugh and think of all the fun trips I
lsquoExtra stoked up about what Irsquom doingrsquo
lsquoTo me itrsquos a special sort of magicrsquo
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We have reached the point of the season when the outstanding manager of the first half has his team profiled and receives a pat on the back An overall lead at Xmas more often than not means that the team has peaked during the first half of the season before going on to show signs of weakness This season unusually we have a manager who has led strongly from the very early weeks but who still has a full supply of substitutes in reserve This bodes ill for the other managers as even though he has been professionally hunted down to the point that his lead is now meagre (or even gone by the time this is published) Steven Fockema still holds all the aces given that his reserves remain intact while the chasersrsquo have been used up to varying degrees
Daft3Punks
GK Tim Krul (newcastle United) 25m ndash Out injured from the beginning of September until the end of November No proper form assessment possible so far this season and his team are in apparent gradual creep towards the relegation zone Rating 825
deF Jose enrique (Liverpool) 35m ndash At a work-in-progress team Now playing regularly as a midfielder and showing positive form Rating 85
deF daniel Agger (Liverpool) 4m ndash Still more bluster and posing than glory Rating 825
deF Winston Reid (West Ham) 1m ndash Doing New Zealand proud in the Premier League at his price West Ham may not secure a greater number of clean sheets in the second half of the season however Rating 80
deF Jan Vertonghen (Tottenham Hotspur) 45m ndash Handsome driving Belgian vanilla One of the stars of the season thus far Rating 90
mId Gareth Bale (Tottenham Hotspur) 55m ndash The most impressive individual player in the current Premier League Rating 915
mId michu (Swansea city) 2m ndash Incredible value at his price A natural goal-scorer extraordinaire who also gets around and shows versatility Rating 90
mId Yaya Toure (manchester city) 45m ndash Nowhere close to his form of the previous season even if that can change in the second half of this one Rating 850
FWd Fabio Borini (Liverpool) 3m ndash Tipped here to eventually do well but long-term injury befell him just at the time he was settling into his new team and system Rating 80
FWd olivier Giroud (Arsenal) 45m ndash Has been nudging levels above average of late Rating 850
FWd Papiss cisse (newcastle United) 5m ndash Another player showing an astonishing fall from the excellence of the final third of the previous season Newcastle United appear to need re-styling quickly Rating 825
overall rating 9340 (max 100)
The New Year will only bring fireworks given the keen match-up between FFG-CL managers
By Denson Pierre
The Gold Room
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CZECH REPUBLIC - STUNNINGLY DIFFERENT
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A Russian bears a Chinese panda
Moscow
Once a year I take a foreign holiday and every time I want it to be something special In order to experience the gorgeous Chinese culture and to faint at the sight of enormous skyscrapers in November 2012 I departed Moscow for Hong Kong I wanted my trip to include cultural aspects be affordable and bring something new into my life Looking back I am happy to say that my holiday completely satisfied all these criteria
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By Tatiana Igumensheva
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lsquoA casino which is often the only purpose for visiting Macau especially for people from mainland China and
Hong Kongrsquo
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Macau
Having landed in Honk Kong I took a ferry to Macau which is not as large as its nickname the lsquoAsian Las Vegasrsquo suggests It took me just a day to complete my sightseeing and another to buy souvenirs The only place I omitted from my explorations was a casino which is often the only purpose for visiting Macau especially for people from mainland China and Hong Kong Temples natas (exquisite tarts) Portuguese architecture from the 19th century alongside huge skyscrapers this is the Macau I will remember It is very clean and most museums and temples do not charge for admission I enjoyed the Mandarinrsquos House most of all ndash a great example of home and everyday life habits Jesuit temples are gorgeous as well as the fortress with its lighthouse and of course Macaursquos most famous landmark the ruins of St Paulrsquos cathedral
Macau is a former Portuguese colony and if this one is anything to go by this is something the Portuguese were great at The old city centre has the atmosphere of a small tranquil town ndash very safe and friendly ndash which is exactly what it is both Macau and Hong Kong are probably the two safest places in the world The only thing that was a constant worry was the fact that Macau (and Hong Kong) has no open spaces at all The roads just keep going up and down up and downhellip
Good cardio exercise though I went through it for two days in Macau and then continued my hiking in Hong Kong
Hong Kong
Signs of British colonialism in Hong Kong are noticeable by their absence It was all destroyed in order to make use of every square metre An absence of land has made Hong Kong a temple to skyscrapers and the Chinese appear to have mastered this art perfectly
The first place to see is surely The Peak however Even if you are hysterically afraid of heights you simply must go there This is one view you will never forget Visit it at least twice ndash in the afternoon and in the evening ndash and you will see two different cities below Then take a walk through the central area The way the buildings almost literally scrape the sky excites me every time I look up ndash itlsquos amazing By the way despite being such a technological nation the local Chinese care about the environment in all aspects of their lives They are fond of trees even in a small city-centre park so they can take a little rest on their way to work and they really seem to care about nature There are huge penalties for littering smoking in prohibited areas and great attention to recycling Hong Kong is a city that cares ndash thatrsquos my first impression
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Another thought I had about all of this progress around me is that being such a progressive society the local Chinese never stopped to become fundamentally religious There are many temples and statues so many religions live together in this peaceful place That was a completely new lifestyle experience for me skyscrapers happily standing alongside all sorts of religious buildings Maybe thatrsquos what freedom of faith is all about
If you manage to get there try to visit all the places described in the tourist guidebooks They are really worth seeing Hong Kong residents spend their weekends visiting these places themselves Ocean Park Big Buddha Mid-levels the Avenue of Stars Hong Kong Park the Botanical and Zoological Gardenshellip I enjoyed all of them greatly
However what struck me the most was the people Forever smiling kind and always helpful Talking to them was a pleasure And some of them cook such delicious dishes that I was ready to eat the plate By the way do not forget that Hong Kong is the capital of international cuisine ndash so try everything Except for Borsch (some restaurants offer it) with which I still believe it is better to get acquainted in Russia or Ukraine All sorts of noodles rice and dumplings are
available here I tried Vietnamese Indian and Hong Kong cuisine and I cannot say which I like morehellip So Hong Kong is a wonderful opportunity to try everything
One last bit of advice if you can afford it take a hotel room with harbour view which will pay you back with interest My harbour-view hotel room suited me perfectly When I was tired of walking I went to my room had a glass of wine watched the lights shimmering on the other side of harbour and was completely happy
I am just reaching the end of my holiday taking a rest in my room and feeling really jealous of anyone about to visit Hong Kong for the first time You are going to enjoy so many exciting emotionshellip
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Silent nights
Winter nights are well suited to staying indoors in the warmth especially after dark Not everyone is a lowland bear however and most of us need thoughtful stimulation to keep smiling through cold nights spent away from living quarters Luckily for Amsterdammers who pay attention from time to time extremely interesting and creative happenings are staged at a price anyone can afford The idea is simple tour the lights of lsquoNew Cityrsquo Amsterdam at night spending a couple of hours on a sturdy comfortable and warm (enclosed) historical craft The city falls silent as soon as you leave the pier and the transformation is complete when the city becomes simply unrecognisable with its flat lines interrupted by a few high-rising buildings shimmering back at you Some things in Amsterdam remain refreshingly surprising even to its well-cured darlings Not much beats having couple glasses of wine while splashing across the IJsselmeer and struggling to figure out which section of the city you are gazing upon through the silence of an icy night
Watch out for repeats wwwlichtophetijnl
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The Sentinel took up the enthusiastic invitation from the people of the annually occurring Dutch-Lithuanian art event on December 1 The Dutch aspect of the event day and night together with the displayed art was not particularly significant in this case however given that it was one of the more complete cultural cuisine musical and heartily drinking events that the recent European Union arrivalrsquos creative set could conjure with the help of their foreign desk and local culture funds A well produced and expansive programme could be sampled and lightning insight garnered into the culture and artistic impressions of a pearl of Baltic civilisation Vilnius met Amsterdam It just may be time for this e-zine to delve even deeper into Lithuania
See wwwltartnl
Iron Wolves
By Denson Pierre
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MechelenAuthentic and full of surprises Thatrsquos Mechelen Hospitable and honourable Thatrsquos the people of Mechelen Come and experience the cityrsquos urban charms for yourself Mechelen
Authentic and full of surprises Thatrsquos Mechelen Hospitable and honourable Thatrsquos the people of Mechelen Come and experience the cityrsquos urban charms for yourself
photography copy Layla Aerts
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CafeacuteBar Review Batavia 1920
lsquoClassic bar art embraces you as you enterrsquo
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Batavia 1920Prins Hendrikkade 85 1012 AE Amsterdam
It is always handy to know of a wholesome cafeacutebar that ticks all the boxes even if it happens to be located at the busiest point of the old city (obliquely opposite Central Station) Over the course of the different seasons I managed to assess this fine establishment which serves as another reminder of what good honest bars are all about There is still quality available in Amsterdam
AmbianceThoughtful solid furniture easy lighting and classic bar art embraces you as you enter With a chess club professional dart board regular parties and borrels the vibe ranges daily from mellow to vibrant Rating 5
StaffregularsOn my most recent visit I had the pleasure of Elizabeth and Jamie leading the service but staff members are always experienced service is quick and drinks are de-livered with fresh smiles whoever happens to be work-ing The regulars are plentiful and the bar emanates the energy of a good professional lsquoIrishrsquo bar attracting an eclectic international mix to this super-central location It is a perfect meeting point for friends from any cardi-nal direction with the national transportation hub being literally just across the road Rating 5
Televised sportAmple flat screens and channels Rating 4
PricesIn general the prices are standard Central Amsterdam levels which is sadly typical of grand cafeacutes in this post-code area What works in Bataviarsquos favour is that it has an above-average selection of lsquoBelgian beautiesrsquo (beer) on offer Given the advised dosage having two or three should not leave you broke or broken The kitchen also has quite a strong reputation for above-average pub fare The Sunday roast dinner is especially popular and keeps folk who like that sort of thing coming back as often as they can afford it Rating 3
MusicGenuinely diverse popular and world music from a crisp-sounding digital sound system and staff members seem to have cool taste in music Rating 5
Smoking area provisionThere is a large smoking room on the lower level Sim-ple and ingenious air-conditioning allows you to spend your full upstairs session there without the sense of be-ing fumigated If you were not told about the smoking area below you would not know there was one Rating 5
Total rating 2730(Ratings from 1-5 where 1 = Very poor and 5 = Excel-lent)
By Denson Pierre
lsquoA perfect meeting point for friends from any cardinal directionrsquo
cafebar review6
1
lsquoIt has an above-average selection of lsquoBelgian beautiesrsquorsquo
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lsquoStaff members seem to have cool taste in musicrsquo
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For complete and world class tours of Prague
Packages includebull Hidden and playful Prague (for families with young children)bull Literary Praguebull Prague Architecture through the agesbull Religion and the citybull The old city at night
These are detailed tours designed for visitors who wish to explore with great detail and not suitable for simply sight-seeing tourists
Day segments and ratesPR 0800-1230hrs AG 1330-1630hrs UE 1730-2130hrsAll sessions are priced at u 25 per single adult Group size upper limit = 8 Accompanied children under the age of five are gratis and school aged children pay 25 Family package rates are negotiable
ContactJaroslav Cernosek+420 602 228 797Mail jcernosekcentrumcz
wwwyourtuliptourcom
JC Tours
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star beer guide
The SentinelStar beer guide
lsquoFind the better bars serving it at the right price in the New Yearrsquo
Clever marketing and an effective pricing campaign has led to this A-class standard-bearing blonde becoming one of the most easily found lsquorealrsquo beers in Amsterdam cafeacutes and bars With its distinctive charisma and fresh fruity taste it sits just on the edge in terms of strength and only the brave and seasoned can be found using it as a session beer Prices across Amsterdam for the same Trappist-glass measure can range dramatically from euro 250 to euro 425 per glass so there is fun to be had trying to find the better bars serving it at the right price in the New Year Your search will be rewarded by this cool classic
Grimbergen Blonde is brewed by Alken-Maes Alken Belgium
By Denson Pierre
GRIMBERGEN BLONDE (67 ABV)
67star beer guide
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BRING BACK
A substantial amount of the culture on mainland Europe revolves around platinum-standard beer of various descriptions and fl avours being easily available Amsterdam is not lacking in cafeacutes bars off licences supermarkets and online outlets stocking truly great beers available either immediately or within 24 hours With the growing popularity of high-yeast and high alcohol by volume brands how these drinks are served is a cause for concern however
Led by the Belgians and French the art of designing a glass that refl ects the individual quality of the liquid experience within is among these productsrsquo most out-standing features after their fl avour and power to in-toxicate Any beer of decent repute has its own glass in which it is intended to be served This always takes the form and size of a sensible measure to ensure a taste experience at the correct temperature and allow people to enjoy the evoked sensations before fi nding them-selves suddenly and blindingly drunk What we now often fi nd in tourist-pressed Amsterdam are these lsquoreal beersrsquo being off ered and served to ignorant punters in pint (or half-litre) measures leading to people becom-ing drunk at speed and destroying the overall aesthetic of lsquobeering itrsquo with style
The Sentinel says bring back the serving of high-alco-hol-content drinks in appropriate measures and if pos-sible in the glasses especially designed for the purpose This would be desirable for all manner of reasons not least health and safety Barkeepers can be educators too and it shouldnrsquot be too diffi cult to persuade tourists (usually German British and Irish) who represent the majority of volume drinkers in the cityrsquos more desirable watering holes It is foolish greedy and uncouth to con-sume high-alcohol beverages in such volumes and not expect to end up senselessly drunk and ultimately spoil the whole experience Volume drinkers should simply be directed to the lsquopiss waterrsquo beers of which there are many to satiate their needs and leave the quality beer tours for when they have educated themselves in the culture and manner of consumption that ensures maxi-mum pleasure and above all style
By Denson Pierre
STYLED BEER GLASSES
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We find the best most fun most typical exciting or local favourite restaurants etcetera in Amsterdam and bring them to you an easy way to feel like a local
Het Compagnie Theater Amsterdam 12122012
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EUROGIFTSXenonweg 9 3812 SZ Amersfoort
Tel 033 - 454 35 75 - Fax 033 - 454 35 79E-mail lmproefeurogiftsnl
Website wwweurogiftsnl
FILMPROEF
ORDERNUMMER 6021022ARTIKELNUMMER 65123
Ware grootte (indien uitgeprint)Kleur opdruk Wit
Mulligans Irish Music BarAmsterdamrsquos best address for live Irish music Five (5) nights a week Check our agenda for upcoming sessions
Cafeacute KostverlorenCafeacute Kostverloren is a contemporary cafe offering the cosiness of a saloon an open kitchen and the intimacy of a living room During summer there is a large sunny terrace and during winter an open fi replace
VibesVibes is a relaxing cafecocktail bar art gallery with a large selection of coffees herbal teas homemade cakes and an amazing card of cocktails made with fresh fruit by a professional cocktail bartenderEnjoy our Italian kitchen in a cosy and friendly atmosphere
IncantoIncanto is a restaurant with a classic Italian kitchen Venetian chef Simone Ambrosin is known for his pure and simple style of cooking with feeling for nuance The wine list contains over 150 Italian wines
Planet RosePlanet Rose is the fi rst Caribbean restaurant in the Netherlands which specializes in Jamaican cuisine The menu features a daily changing selection of JamaicanCaribbean dishes and they ensure that you enjoy the whole expe-rience while dining with them
Cafe TisfrisCafe Tisfris is recognisable for its landmarks funky pillars and terrace Tisfris offers a friendly service and is a great pit stop for ldquoyummyrdquo refreshments
Cafe restaurant EdelCafe restaurant Edel is the perfect place for lunch dinner or to simply enjoy a drink Edel is a unique place in Amsterdam
Cafeacute OportoCafeacute Oporto is a traditional Amsterdam lsquobrown cafersquo Welcoming tourists and regular customers alike they offer televised sports wireless internet connection and a wide range of reasonably priced beers and spirits
Connoisseurs Delight Fun Drinking amp MusicTo Be Seen and Tasted
To Be Seen and Tasted
Fun Drinking amp Music
Connoisseurs Delight
Connoisseurs Delight
To Be Seen and Tasted
Neighbourhood cosy
Opera Prima - Patisserie Bistro TraiteurThe best place in town for lunch exquisite high teas or brunches and all of your luxury catering both private and corporate
Kinkerstraat 228 Amsterdamwwwoperaprimanl
St Antoniebreestraat 142 Amsterdamwwwtisfrisnl
Postjesweg 1 1057 DT Amsterdamwwwedelamsterdamnl
Zoutsteeg 1 1012 LX Amsterdamwwwcafeoportonethome
Amstel 100 1017 AC Amsterdamwwwmulligansnl
2e Kostverlorenkade 70 Amsterdamwwwcafekostverlorennl
Jan Pieter Heijestraat 137 Amsterdamwwwwixcomvibes137vibes
Amstel 2 Amsterdamwwwrestaurant-incantonl
Nicolaas Beetsstraat 47 Amsterdamwwwplanetroseinfo
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Where is this inAmsterdam
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Room 2cfilm
This is the one that will make you pause James Stewart one of my top ten actors of all time plays a businessman fighting to keep his life and family together while everything is crashing down around him In steps an lsquoangelrsquo to try and convince him that life is not as bad as it seems and that other people would be a lot worse off without him Probably the highest rated film Irsquove ever reviewed and one of the most Christmas-delicious I know
Could you walk 2400 kilometres while being pursued with little more than a longing to return to your homeland and mother to keep you and your dependant companions going Would you do this twice This utterly moving film highlights the true-life Australian apartheid practices of the twentieth century and the trauma it caused to native Australians The barren landscapes provide the perfect backdrop for compelling cinema-tography and its dryness will be irrigated by your tears
By David King
By dpmotions
Itrsquos a Wonderful Life (1946)
Rabbit-Proof Fence (2002)
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74trends
lsquoFacebook in particular is responsible for exacerbating unspoken competitivenessrsquo
By Dirkje Bakker-Pierre
Trends in the food industry are moving faster than lightning and are harder and harder to keep up with When you are all geared up to create your own artsy cupcakes all of a sudden cupcakes are out and macaroons are the flavour of the day
Sweat dripping and cheeks burning with stress levels going through the roof women all around the country have been toiling night and day to create just the right pimped-up cakes (completely covered in layers of pink and red marzipan tiny silver sugar balls and rose petals made from feather-light sugar) which look like they come from one of the newly popped-up cupcake shops Facebook in particular is responsible for exacerbating unspoken competitiveness due to images being posted of better looking and prettier cakes just after you posted your own in comparison pretty sad creations forcing you back into the kitchen to try again
One day itrsquos cutting out names from layers of chocolate the next itrsquos squirting curls and swirls of rainbow colours or grating organic carrots for the rather awkward lsquohealthyrsquo version the carrot cupcake
Shops have adjusted their aisles to make way for endless shelves of specialised products in all ranges of sweetness and multicoloured cuteness shapes tools mixtures and machines It is a whole world of custom products which just keeps growing and changing and you need to keep up with it all or risk being hopelessly left behind There are pink-coloured cook books workshops websites self-help groups and neglected overweight children crying for something non-sweet for once
But then after all your attempts and when you finally think you have achieved perfection before you know it you make a complete fool of yourself by serving the wrong type of sweet and colourful titbits because a new trend has already arrived That really makes you feel like a macaroon
All Caked Out
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Winter solstice is an exciting time of year when we all start dreaming of more sun more light and more inspiration Continuing the gemstone theme I would like to draw your attention to the very lovely and sparkling sunstone also known as heliolite It is the official gemstone of the US state of Oregon which is a prime source for this beautiful gem The name heliolite is derived from the Greek lsquoheliosrsquo and lsquolithosrsquo which mean lsquosunrsquo and lsquostonersquo It was first discovered in Viking burial mounds but despite its long history is not found in abundance
Sunstone is metallic in appearance and comes in red orange or green colours However cleaner red sunstone is very rare and commands proper gemstone prices The stone is a composite of oligoclase feldspar which also contains hematite or goethite The presence of hematite or goethite gives the stone its ability to reflect light hence the name sunstone Sunstone is said to be an inspiration stone able to bestow freedom independence and happiness It also said to reduce fear alleviate stress and bring good luck in any game of chance This sparkly stone has a further use in healing and is believed to endow its wearers with enhanced self-healing powers Other properties
Shine
By Evelina Kvartunaite
ndash
lsquoDreaming of more sun more light and more inspirationrsquo
ndash
include stimulating the vegetative autonomic nervous system and enhancing the harmonious functioning of all the bodyrsquos organs It is also quite helpful in cases of exhaustion due to lack of sleep
The gemstone is used to treat chronic sore throats and relieves pain caused by stomach ulcers It has proved successful in alleviating Seasonal Affective Disorder (or SAD) and is also known for relieving cartilage problems rheumatism and general aches and pains Sunstone helps in dealing with depression and frees its wearers from feelings of discrimination and failure as well as from perceptions of an lsquoevil worldrsquo Sunstone increases a personrsquos sense of self-esteem and self-worth
Sunstone is particularly beneficial when used in sunshine or sunlight It brings abundance to a personrsquos life and transforms negative energy into positive energy
If you have any other helpful tips you would like to share please let me know at evelinakvartunaiteconsultancymarketmediacom
76health amp well-being
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lsquoBestow freedom independence and happinessrsquo
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lsquoIt has proved successful in alleviating Seasonal Affective
Disorderrsquo
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77health amp well-being
world this lsquotrickeryrsquo has moved online With todayrsquos short attention spans the potential to draw users to a website and retain them is a crucial skill which is rewarded by the revenue that can be generated based on how long a user stays on a website Link-baiting should have been foreseen since it is inevitable
Every click on a website is a revenue-generating moment in terms of advertising The amount of adverts to which you can expose an online user as they click to and through your website is the currency used to determine whether an advertising agency spends its budget on one publication over another Real journalism and insightful opinions once drove online traffic for web publications but link-baiting is now seriously derailing this approach
Most of the time the story behind the sensational link does not live up to expectations A typical example of this can be found in the online edition of the Watford Observer on Tuesday 31 July 2012 The link-bait read ldquoCameron Diaz vows to kick drug habit with help of stepdadrdquo However following the link or falling for the bait led to the underwhelming story ldquoDrug user Cameron Diaz of Broomfield Rise Abbots Langley has sworn to clean up his act with the help of his stepfatherrdquo Although the story was factually correct the intention of the publication was to trick the
One of my previous articles described how online technology publications are subverting reality by not correctly echoing the sentiments of the consuming public Part of the cause of this is that usually in a bid to counter the majority of lacklustre stories floating around they subvert reality to make it more interesting How many non-geeks really care about the advantages of modelling parallelism on serial programs with the Intelreg Advisor XE Itrsquos certainly not a typically newsworthy story
As a result an annoying phenomenon has slowly been building momentum This is now quite evident all over the internet and is destroying good journalism The phenomenon is called Link-baiting Our trustworthy source of internet knowledge describes Link-bait(ing) as anything ldquointeresting enough to catch peoplersquos attentionrdquo (httpenwikipediaorgwikiLink_bait)
Link-baiting is synonymous with the sensational cover stories used on the front of magazines to entice people walking past to pick up the magazines and delve into them As with most things from the print
No news is good news
lsquoQuite evident all over the internet and is destroying good
journalismrsquo
By Simon Owusu
technology
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provider in America to the tune of US$ 400 million The initial story broke on the PRWEB website and the majority of online publications regurgitated the story with no additional insights such as the implications of such a deal which real journalism would call for None of them bothered to check the sources or the credibility of the story Millions of revenue-generating clicks later the more seasoned online publications such as CNN AllThings D and CNET broke the bigger story that the press release was fake and that both Google and ICOA Wireless had denied the story In a rush to break the story the first rule of journalism was contravened lsquoAlways check your sourcesrsquo
Given the transient nature of any false news stories posted on the internet these days the story quickly disappeared from most of the offending publications and today you will be hard pressed to find any mention of this slip-up The Sentinel we like to think always brings you the truth albeit typed on an iPad Mini so donrsquot count on us to follow such faulty phenomena and trends
online user into clicking on it due to the coincidental name-sharing of the Abbots Langley Cameron Diaz with the famous American actress Every link clicked demonstrates the potential for advertisers to reach larger audiences and generate revenue for the online publications
From the same school as link-baiting comes the phenomenon of lsquofirst past the postrsquo journalism within the advertising-driven online publication world In this type of journalism emphasis is placed on being first to publish or break a news story Online publications that are first to break a news story attract a high amount of traffic (which translates into large revenues generated by advertising) since they are the only source of that particular information for a short space of time Online users have no choice but to visit that particular site if they wish to read the scoop The downside of this is that in a bid to be first to reap the advertising revenues frequently news stories are not properly checked for credibility On Monday 26 November 2012 nearly every online technology publication published the story of Google purchasing ICOA Wireless a Wi-Fi hot-spot
lsquoFrequently news stories are not properly checked for credibilityrsquo
lsquolsquoAlways check your sourcesrsquorsquo
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these people in business suits are rushing to check in their business cases Irsquom manoeuvring my 19-metre ski bag between them Strange looks and questions donrsquot surprise me anymore The looks whispers and questions Irsquove had while on trains from one place to the next or on the tram after going to the beach on my way to the indoor slope this summer On the one hand they made me feel like I was some strange creature from another planet but on the other they got me extra stoked up about what Irsquom doing
As I write this itrsquos a week after I checked in my bags and Irsquom sitting in my favourite coffee shop Cuppa Joersquos in Breckenridge Colorado Over the past five days Irsquove been getting up every morning at around 630 am and getting out at around 800am Anyone who knows me will probably raise an eyebrow at this When Irsquom working at home on my photos and stories for the White Freeski Magazine where Irsquom editor-in-chief or on freelance assignments my daily rhythm is completely the opposite But I guess thatrsquos the nice thing about jetlag
Itrsquos hard to describe the feeling of finally getting back
You know that feeling of bubbly excitement you get when you are getting ready to go and do something yoursquove been anticipating for a long long time It might be finally nailing that presentation to finish up university cooking a great dinner for friends or excitement about meeting up with someone
Getting my bags out from the basement after they had been collecting dust for the past eight months prompted those feelings to rush through my veins once again Even though I donrsquot mind being home going to the beach and rehabbing my knee and visiting friends in different countries over the summer all this has taken place in the city and Irsquove been missing the mountains terribly As Irsquom getting my bags out it makes me realise that it really is almost time for me to click into my skis again and breathe in the fresh mountain air
After packing it was finally time to get on my flight to Denver Colorado on Monday morning While all
white outBubbles of Excitement
By Ananda van Welij
Just another girl from a country without mountains addicted to snow
lsquoGo and do something yoursquove been anticipating for a long long timersquo
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have ahead of me this winter Looking forward again instead of being bummed I try to focus on the bright side like I did while I was stuck at home rehabbing and walking on crutches Trying to be inspired by what I see around me and what others do and have instead of being frustrated by it
It makes me wonder about just working and meeting up with friends at home I know I have a privileged life as Irsquom sitting here but isnrsquot this something we all experience in our daily lives It can be hard to sit down let go of the frustration sadness and problems and look forward Itrsquos not always possible to do it overnight but I think that just trying makes you feel better and in the end it allows you to bubble with excitement again no matter if itrsquos for a day of skiing or for finishing that project
My new mission for this season is to stay positive and draw inspiration from the people and things around me Irsquoll let you know how Irsquom doing in three weeksrsquo time
onto my skis after being out for eight months due to a torn MCL Cruising down the hill feeling and hearing the snow crunch under my feet It might sound strange to you but to me itrsquos a special sort of magic I guess it has something to do with the dopamine your body makes while having a great rush of excitement Although Irsquom pretty tired right now and taking a day off from skiing just walking outside and knowing that I can go up the hill any moment I like makes me feel better
Being so excited to be back on the snow after an injury also has a downside It comes in the form of having to hold myself back Since my injury I havenrsquot been jumping or doing any crazy tricks Itrsquos hard seeing all my friends jump and having fun in the park knowing I really shouldnrsquot do any of that stuff yet My mind is screaming ldquoYou can do that toordquo But Irsquom scared of a repeat injury brought on by pushing myself too hard too fast I have to force myself to sit down talk to my friends and listen to their stories of having fun while being genuinely happy for them To enjoy the sun instead of freaking myself out eat some good food have a good laugh and think of all the fun trips I
lsquoExtra stoked up about what Irsquom doingrsquo
lsquoTo me itrsquos a special sort of magicrsquo
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We have reached the point of the season when the outstanding manager of the first half has his team profiled and receives a pat on the back An overall lead at Xmas more often than not means that the team has peaked during the first half of the season before going on to show signs of weakness This season unusually we have a manager who has led strongly from the very early weeks but who still has a full supply of substitutes in reserve This bodes ill for the other managers as even though he has been professionally hunted down to the point that his lead is now meagre (or even gone by the time this is published) Steven Fockema still holds all the aces given that his reserves remain intact while the chasersrsquo have been used up to varying degrees
Daft3Punks
GK Tim Krul (newcastle United) 25m ndash Out injured from the beginning of September until the end of November No proper form assessment possible so far this season and his team are in apparent gradual creep towards the relegation zone Rating 825
deF Jose enrique (Liverpool) 35m ndash At a work-in-progress team Now playing regularly as a midfielder and showing positive form Rating 85
deF daniel Agger (Liverpool) 4m ndash Still more bluster and posing than glory Rating 825
deF Winston Reid (West Ham) 1m ndash Doing New Zealand proud in the Premier League at his price West Ham may not secure a greater number of clean sheets in the second half of the season however Rating 80
deF Jan Vertonghen (Tottenham Hotspur) 45m ndash Handsome driving Belgian vanilla One of the stars of the season thus far Rating 90
mId Gareth Bale (Tottenham Hotspur) 55m ndash The most impressive individual player in the current Premier League Rating 915
mId michu (Swansea city) 2m ndash Incredible value at his price A natural goal-scorer extraordinaire who also gets around and shows versatility Rating 90
mId Yaya Toure (manchester city) 45m ndash Nowhere close to his form of the previous season even if that can change in the second half of this one Rating 850
FWd Fabio Borini (Liverpool) 3m ndash Tipped here to eventually do well but long-term injury befell him just at the time he was settling into his new team and system Rating 80
FWd olivier Giroud (Arsenal) 45m ndash Has been nudging levels above average of late Rating 850
FWd Papiss cisse (newcastle United) 5m ndash Another player showing an astonishing fall from the excellence of the final third of the previous season Newcastle United appear to need re-styling quickly Rating 825
overall rating 9340 (max 100)
The New Year will only bring fireworks given the keen match-up between FFG-CL managers
By Denson Pierre
The Gold Room
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CZECH REPUBLIC - STUNNINGLY DIFFERENT
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A Russian bears a Chinese panda
Moscow
Once a year I take a foreign holiday and every time I want it to be something special In order to experience the gorgeous Chinese culture and to faint at the sight of enormous skyscrapers in November 2012 I departed Moscow for Hong Kong I wanted my trip to include cultural aspects be affordable and bring something new into my life Looking back I am happy to say that my holiday completely satisfied all these criteria
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By Tatiana Igumensheva
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lsquoA casino which is often the only purpose for visiting Macau especially for people from mainland China and
Hong Kongrsquo
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Macau
Having landed in Honk Kong I took a ferry to Macau which is not as large as its nickname the lsquoAsian Las Vegasrsquo suggests It took me just a day to complete my sightseeing and another to buy souvenirs The only place I omitted from my explorations was a casino which is often the only purpose for visiting Macau especially for people from mainland China and Hong Kong Temples natas (exquisite tarts) Portuguese architecture from the 19th century alongside huge skyscrapers this is the Macau I will remember It is very clean and most museums and temples do not charge for admission I enjoyed the Mandarinrsquos House most of all ndash a great example of home and everyday life habits Jesuit temples are gorgeous as well as the fortress with its lighthouse and of course Macaursquos most famous landmark the ruins of St Paulrsquos cathedral
Macau is a former Portuguese colony and if this one is anything to go by this is something the Portuguese were great at The old city centre has the atmosphere of a small tranquil town ndash very safe and friendly ndash which is exactly what it is both Macau and Hong Kong are probably the two safest places in the world The only thing that was a constant worry was the fact that Macau (and Hong Kong) has no open spaces at all The roads just keep going up and down up and downhellip
Good cardio exercise though I went through it for two days in Macau and then continued my hiking in Hong Kong
Hong Kong
Signs of British colonialism in Hong Kong are noticeable by their absence It was all destroyed in order to make use of every square metre An absence of land has made Hong Kong a temple to skyscrapers and the Chinese appear to have mastered this art perfectly
The first place to see is surely The Peak however Even if you are hysterically afraid of heights you simply must go there This is one view you will never forget Visit it at least twice ndash in the afternoon and in the evening ndash and you will see two different cities below Then take a walk through the central area The way the buildings almost literally scrape the sky excites me every time I look up ndash itlsquos amazing By the way despite being such a technological nation the local Chinese care about the environment in all aspects of their lives They are fond of trees even in a small city-centre park so they can take a little rest on their way to work and they really seem to care about nature There are huge penalties for littering smoking in prohibited areas and great attention to recycling Hong Kong is a city that cares ndash thatrsquos my first impression
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lsquoAn absence of land has made Hong Kong a temple to skyscrapersrsquo
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Another thought I had about all of this progress around me is that being such a progressive society the local Chinese never stopped to become fundamentally religious There are many temples and statues so many religions live together in this peaceful place That was a completely new lifestyle experience for me skyscrapers happily standing alongside all sorts of religious buildings Maybe thatrsquos what freedom of faith is all about
If you manage to get there try to visit all the places described in the tourist guidebooks They are really worth seeing Hong Kong residents spend their weekends visiting these places themselves Ocean Park Big Buddha Mid-levels the Avenue of Stars Hong Kong Park the Botanical and Zoological Gardenshellip I enjoyed all of them greatly
However what struck me the most was the people Forever smiling kind and always helpful Talking to them was a pleasure And some of them cook such delicious dishes that I was ready to eat the plate By the way do not forget that Hong Kong is the capital of international cuisine ndash so try everything Except for Borsch (some restaurants offer it) with which I still believe it is better to get acquainted in Russia or Ukraine All sorts of noodles rice and dumplings are
available here I tried Vietnamese Indian and Hong Kong cuisine and I cannot say which I like morehellip So Hong Kong is a wonderful opportunity to try everything
One last bit of advice if you can afford it take a hotel room with harbour view which will pay you back with interest My harbour-view hotel room suited me perfectly When I was tired of walking I went to my room had a glass of wine watched the lights shimmering on the other side of harbour and was completely happy
I am just reaching the end of my holiday taking a rest in my room and feeling really jealous of anyone about to visit Hong Kong for the first time You are going to enjoy so many exciting emotionshellip
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Silent nights
Winter nights are well suited to staying indoors in the warmth especially after dark Not everyone is a lowland bear however and most of us need thoughtful stimulation to keep smiling through cold nights spent away from living quarters Luckily for Amsterdammers who pay attention from time to time extremely interesting and creative happenings are staged at a price anyone can afford The idea is simple tour the lights of lsquoNew Cityrsquo Amsterdam at night spending a couple of hours on a sturdy comfortable and warm (enclosed) historical craft The city falls silent as soon as you leave the pier and the transformation is complete when the city becomes simply unrecognisable with its flat lines interrupted by a few high-rising buildings shimmering back at you Some things in Amsterdam remain refreshingly surprising even to its well-cured darlings Not much beats having couple glasses of wine while splashing across the IJsselmeer and struggling to figure out which section of the city you are gazing upon through the silence of an icy night
Watch out for repeats wwwlichtophetijnl
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The Sentinel took up the enthusiastic invitation from the people of the annually occurring Dutch-Lithuanian art event on December 1 The Dutch aspect of the event day and night together with the displayed art was not particularly significant in this case however given that it was one of the more complete cultural cuisine musical and heartily drinking events that the recent European Union arrivalrsquos creative set could conjure with the help of their foreign desk and local culture funds A well produced and expansive programme could be sampled and lightning insight garnered into the culture and artistic impressions of a pearl of Baltic civilisation Vilnius met Amsterdam It just may be time for this e-zine to delve even deeper into Lithuania
See wwwltartnl
Iron Wolves
By Denson Pierre
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MechelenAuthentic and full of surprises Thatrsquos Mechelen Hospitable and honourable Thatrsquos the people of Mechelen Come and experience the cityrsquos urban charms for yourself Mechelen
Authentic and full of surprises Thatrsquos Mechelen Hospitable and honourable Thatrsquos the people of Mechelen Come and experience the cityrsquos urban charms for yourself
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CafeacuteBar Review Batavia 1920
lsquoClassic bar art embraces you as you enterrsquo
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Batavia 1920Prins Hendrikkade 85 1012 AE Amsterdam
It is always handy to know of a wholesome cafeacutebar that ticks all the boxes even if it happens to be located at the busiest point of the old city (obliquely opposite Central Station) Over the course of the different seasons I managed to assess this fine establishment which serves as another reminder of what good honest bars are all about There is still quality available in Amsterdam
AmbianceThoughtful solid furniture easy lighting and classic bar art embraces you as you enter With a chess club professional dart board regular parties and borrels the vibe ranges daily from mellow to vibrant Rating 5
StaffregularsOn my most recent visit I had the pleasure of Elizabeth and Jamie leading the service but staff members are always experienced service is quick and drinks are de-livered with fresh smiles whoever happens to be work-ing The regulars are plentiful and the bar emanates the energy of a good professional lsquoIrishrsquo bar attracting an eclectic international mix to this super-central location It is a perfect meeting point for friends from any cardi-nal direction with the national transportation hub being literally just across the road Rating 5
Televised sportAmple flat screens and channels Rating 4
PricesIn general the prices are standard Central Amsterdam levels which is sadly typical of grand cafeacutes in this post-code area What works in Bataviarsquos favour is that it has an above-average selection of lsquoBelgian beautiesrsquo (beer) on offer Given the advised dosage having two or three should not leave you broke or broken The kitchen also has quite a strong reputation for above-average pub fare The Sunday roast dinner is especially popular and keeps folk who like that sort of thing coming back as often as they can afford it Rating 3
MusicGenuinely diverse popular and world music from a crisp-sounding digital sound system and staff members seem to have cool taste in music Rating 5
Smoking area provisionThere is a large smoking room on the lower level Sim-ple and ingenious air-conditioning allows you to spend your full upstairs session there without the sense of be-ing fumigated If you were not told about the smoking area below you would not know there was one Rating 5
Total rating 2730(Ratings from 1-5 where 1 = Very poor and 5 = Excel-lent)
By Denson Pierre
lsquoA perfect meeting point for friends from any cardinal directionrsquo
cafebar review6
1
lsquoIt has an above-average selection of lsquoBelgian beautiesrsquorsquo
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lsquoStaff members seem to have cool taste in musicrsquo
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For complete and world class tours of Prague
Packages includebull Hidden and playful Prague (for families with young children)bull Literary Praguebull Prague Architecture through the agesbull Religion and the citybull The old city at night
These are detailed tours designed for visitors who wish to explore with great detail and not suitable for simply sight-seeing tourists
Day segments and ratesPR 0800-1230hrs AG 1330-1630hrs UE 1730-2130hrsAll sessions are priced at u 25 per single adult Group size upper limit = 8 Accompanied children under the age of five are gratis and school aged children pay 25 Family package rates are negotiable
ContactJaroslav Cernosek+420 602 228 797Mail jcernosekcentrumcz
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JC Tours
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star beer guide
The SentinelStar beer guide
lsquoFind the better bars serving it at the right price in the New Yearrsquo
Clever marketing and an effective pricing campaign has led to this A-class standard-bearing blonde becoming one of the most easily found lsquorealrsquo beers in Amsterdam cafeacutes and bars With its distinctive charisma and fresh fruity taste it sits just on the edge in terms of strength and only the brave and seasoned can be found using it as a session beer Prices across Amsterdam for the same Trappist-glass measure can range dramatically from euro 250 to euro 425 per glass so there is fun to be had trying to find the better bars serving it at the right price in the New Year Your search will be rewarded by this cool classic
Grimbergen Blonde is brewed by Alken-Maes Alken Belgium
By Denson Pierre
GRIMBERGEN BLONDE (67 ABV)
67star beer guide
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BRING BACK
A substantial amount of the culture on mainland Europe revolves around platinum-standard beer of various descriptions and fl avours being easily available Amsterdam is not lacking in cafeacutes bars off licences supermarkets and online outlets stocking truly great beers available either immediately or within 24 hours With the growing popularity of high-yeast and high alcohol by volume brands how these drinks are served is a cause for concern however
Led by the Belgians and French the art of designing a glass that refl ects the individual quality of the liquid experience within is among these productsrsquo most out-standing features after their fl avour and power to in-toxicate Any beer of decent repute has its own glass in which it is intended to be served This always takes the form and size of a sensible measure to ensure a taste experience at the correct temperature and allow people to enjoy the evoked sensations before fi nding them-selves suddenly and blindingly drunk What we now often fi nd in tourist-pressed Amsterdam are these lsquoreal beersrsquo being off ered and served to ignorant punters in pint (or half-litre) measures leading to people becom-ing drunk at speed and destroying the overall aesthetic of lsquobeering itrsquo with style
The Sentinel says bring back the serving of high-alco-hol-content drinks in appropriate measures and if pos-sible in the glasses especially designed for the purpose This would be desirable for all manner of reasons not least health and safety Barkeepers can be educators too and it shouldnrsquot be too diffi cult to persuade tourists (usually German British and Irish) who represent the majority of volume drinkers in the cityrsquos more desirable watering holes It is foolish greedy and uncouth to con-sume high-alcohol beverages in such volumes and not expect to end up senselessly drunk and ultimately spoil the whole experience Volume drinkers should simply be directed to the lsquopiss waterrsquo beers of which there are many to satiate their needs and leave the quality beer tours for when they have educated themselves in the culture and manner of consumption that ensures maxi-mum pleasure and above all style
By Denson Pierre
STYLED BEER GLASSES
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We find the best most fun most typical exciting or local favourite restaurants etcetera in Amsterdam and bring them to you an easy way to feel like a local
Het Compagnie Theater Amsterdam 12122012
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EUROGIFTSXenonweg 9 3812 SZ Amersfoort
Tel 033 - 454 35 75 - Fax 033 - 454 35 79E-mail lmproefeurogiftsnl
Website wwweurogiftsnl
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ORDERNUMMER 6021022ARTIKELNUMMER 65123
Ware grootte (indien uitgeprint)Kleur opdruk Wit
Mulligans Irish Music BarAmsterdamrsquos best address for live Irish music Five (5) nights a week Check our agenda for upcoming sessions
Cafeacute KostverlorenCafeacute Kostverloren is a contemporary cafe offering the cosiness of a saloon an open kitchen and the intimacy of a living room During summer there is a large sunny terrace and during winter an open fi replace
VibesVibes is a relaxing cafecocktail bar art gallery with a large selection of coffees herbal teas homemade cakes and an amazing card of cocktails made with fresh fruit by a professional cocktail bartenderEnjoy our Italian kitchen in a cosy and friendly atmosphere
IncantoIncanto is a restaurant with a classic Italian kitchen Venetian chef Simone Ambrosin is known for his pure and simple style of cooking with feeling for nuance The wine list contains over 150 Italian wines
Planet RosePlanet Rose is the fi rst Caribbean restaurant in the Netherlands which specializes in Jamaican cuisine The menu features a daily changing selection of JamaicanCaribbean dishes and they ensure that you enjoy the whole expe-rience while dining with them
Cafe TisfrisCafe Tisfris is recognisable for its landmarks funky pillars and terrace Tisfris offers a friendly service and is a great pit stop for ldquoyummyrdquo refreshments
Cafe restaurant EdelCafe restaurant Edel is the perfect place for lunch dinner or to simply enjoy a drink Edel is a unique place in Amsterdam
Cafeacute OportoCafeacute Oporto is a traditional Amsterdam lsquobrown cafersquo Welcoming tourists and regular customers alike they offer televised sports wireless internet connection and a wide range of reasonably priced beers and spirits
Connoisseurs Delight Fun Drinking amp MusicTo Be Seen and Tasted
To Be Seen and Tasted
Fun Drinking amp Music
Connoisseurs Delight
Connoisseurs Delight
To Be Seen and Tasted
Neighbourhood cosy
Opera Prima - Patisserie Bistro TraiteurThe best place in town for lunch exquisite high teas or brunches and all of your luxury catering both private and corporate
Kinkerstraat 228 Amsterdamwwwoperaprimanl
St Antoniebreestraat 142 Amsterdamwwwtisfrisnl
Postjesweg 1 1057 DT Amsterdamwwwedelamsterdamnl
Zoutsteeg 1 1012 LX Amsterdamwwwcafeoportonethome
Amstel 100 1017 AC Amsterdamwwwmulligansnl
2e Kostverlorenkade 70 Amsterdamwwwcafekostverlorennl
Jan Pieter Heijestraat 137 Amsterdamwwwwixcomvibes137vibes
Amstel 2 Amsterdamwwwrestaurant-incantonl
Nicolaas Beetsstraat 47 Amsterdamwwwplanetroseinfo
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Where is this inAmsterdam
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Room 2cfilm
This is the one that will make you pause James Stewart one of my top ten actors of all time plays a businessman fighting to keep his life and family together while everything is crashing down around him In steps an lsquoangelrsquo to try and convince him that life is not as bad as it seems and that other people would be a lot worse off without him Probably the highest rated film Irsquove ever reviewed and one of the most Christmas-delicious I know
Could you walk 2400 kilometres while being pursued with little more than a longing to return to your homeland and mother to keep you and your dependant companions going Would you do this twice This utterly moving film highlights the true-life Australian apartheid practices of the twentieth century and the trauma it caused to native Australians The barren landscapes provide the perfect backdrop for compelling cinema-tography and its dryness will be irrigated by your tears
By David King
By dpmotions
Itrsquos a Wonderful Life (1946)
Rabbit-Proof Fence (2002)
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74trends
lsquoFacebook in particular is responsible for exacerbating unspoken competitivenessrsquo
By Dirkje Bakker-Pierre
Trends in the food industry are moving faster than lightning and are harder and harder to keep up with When you are all geared up to create your own artsy cupcakes all of a sudden cupcakes are out and macaroons are the flavour of the day
Sweat dripping and cheeks burning with stress levels going through the roof women all around the country have been toiling night and day to create just the right pimped-up cakes (completely covered in layers of pink and red marzipan tiny silver sugar balls and rose petals made from feather-light sugar) which look like they come from one of the newly popped-up cupcake shops Facebook in particular is responsible for exacerbating unspoken competitiveness due to images being posted of better looking and prettier cakes just after you posted your own in comparison pretty sad creations forcing you back into the kitchen to try again
One day itrsquos cutting out names from layers of chocolate the next itrsquos squirting curls and swirls of rainbow colours or grating organic carrots for the rather awkward lsquohealthyrsquo version the carrot cupcake
Shops have adjusted their aisles to make way for endless shelves of specialised products in all ranges of sweetness and multicoloured cuteness shapes tools mixtures and machines It is a whole world of custom products which just keeps growing and changing and you need to keep up with it all or risk being hopelessly left behind There are pink-coloured cook books workshops websites self-help groups and neglected overweight children crying for something non-sweet for once
But then after all your attempts and when you finally think you have achieved perfection before you know it you make a complete fool of yourself by serving the wrong type of sweet and colourful titbits because a new trend has already arrived That really makes you feel like a macaroon
All Caked Out
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Winter solstice is an exciting time of year when we all start dreaming of more sun more light and more inspiration Continuing the gemstone theme I would like to draw your attention to the very lovely and sparkling sunstone also known as heliolite It is the official gemstone of the US state of Oregon which is a prime source for this beautiful gem The name heliolite is derived from the Greek lsquoheliosrsquo and lsquolithosrsquo which mean lsquosunrsquo and lsquostonersquo It was first discovered in Viking burial mounds but despite its long history is not found in abundance
Sunstone is metallic in appearance and comes in red orange or green colours However cleaner red sunstone is very rare and commands proper gemstone prices The stone is a composite of oligoclase feldspar which also contains hematite or goethite The presence of hematite or goethite gives the stone its ability to reflect light hence the name sunstone Sunstone is said to be an inspiration stone able to bestow freedom independence and happiness It also said to reduce fear alleviate stress and bring good luck in any game of chance This sparkly stone has a further use in healing and is believed to endow its wearers with enhanced self-healing powers Other properties
Shine
By Evelina Kvartunaite
ndash
lsquoDreaming of more sun more light and more inspirationrsquo
ndash
include stimulating the vegetative autonomic nervous system and enhancing the harmonious functioning of all the bodyrsquos organs It is also quite helpful in cases of exhaustion due to lack of sleep
The gemstone is used to treat chronic sore throats and relieves pain caused by stomach ulcers It has proved successful in alleviating Seasonal Affective Disorder (or SAD) and is also known for relieving cartilage problems rheumatism and general aches and pains Sunstone helps in dealing with depression and frees its wearers from feelings of discrimination and failure as well as from perceptions of an lsquoevil worldrsquo Sunstone increases a personrsquos sense of self-esteem and self-worth
Sunstone is particularly beneficial when used in sunshine or sunlight It brings abundance to a personrsquos life and transforms negative energy into positive energy
If you have any other helpful tips you would like to share please let me know at evelinakvartunaiteconsultancymarketmediacom
76health amp well-being
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lsquoBestow freedom independence and happinessrsquo
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lsquoIt has proved successful in alleviating Seasonal Affective
Disorderrsquo
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world this lsquotrickeryrsquo has moved online With todayrsquos short attention spans the potential to draw users to a website and retain them is a crucial skill which is rewarded by the revenue that can be generated based on how long a user stays on a website Link-baiting should have been foreseen since it is inevitable
Every click on a website is a revenue-generating moment in terms of advertising The amount of adverts to which you can expose an online user as they click to and through your website is the currency used to determine whether an advertising agency spends its budget on one publication over another Real journalism and insightful opinions once drove online traffic for web publications but link-baiting is now seriously derailing this approach
Most of the time the story behind the sensational link does not live up to expectations A typical example of this can be found in the online edition of the Watford Observer on Tuesday 31 July 2012 The link-bait read ldquoCameron Diaz vows to kick drug habit with help of stepdadrdquo However following the link or falling for the bait led to the underwhelming story ldquoDrug user Cameron Diaz of Broomfield Rise Abbots Langley has sworn to clean up his act with the help of his stepfatherrdquo Although the story was factually correct the intention of the publication was to trick the
One of my previous articles described how online technology publications are subverting reality by not correctly echoing the sentiments of the consuming public Part of the cause of this is that usually in a bid to counter the majority of lacklustre stories floating around they subvert reality to make it more interesting How many non-geeks really care about the advantages of modelling parallelism on serial programs with the Intelreg Advisor XE Itrsquos certainly not a typically newsworthy story
As a result an annoying phenomenon has slowly been building momentum This is now quite evident all over the internet and is destroying good journalism The phenomenon is called Link-baiting Our trustworthy source of internet knowledge describes Link-bait(ing) as anything ldquointeresting enough to catch peoplersquos attentionrdquo (httpenwikipediaorgwikiLink_bait)
Link-baiting is synonymous with the sensational cover stories used on the front of magazines to entice people walking past to pick up the magazines and delve into them As with most things from the print
No news is good news
lsquoQuite evident all over the internet and is destroying good
journalismrsquo
By Simon Owusu
technology
TechBit Sio-Bytes
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provider in America to the tune of US$ 400 million The initial story broke on the PRWEB website and the majority of online publications regurgitated the story with no additional insights such as the implications of such a deal which real journalism would call for None of them bothered to check the sources or the credibility of the story Millions of revenue-generating clicks later the more seasoned online publications such as CNN AllThings D and CNET broke the bigger story that the press release was fake and that both Google and ICOA Wireless had denied the story In a rush to break the story the first rule of journalism was contravened lsquoAlways check your sourcesrsquo
Given the transient nature of any false news stories posted on the internet these days the story quickly disappeared from most of the offending publications and today you will be hard pressed to find any mention of this slip-up The Sentinel we like to think always brings you the truth albeit typed on an iPad Mini so donrsquot count on us to follow such faulty phenomena and trends
online user into clicking on it due to the coincidental name-sharing of the Abbots Langley Cameron Diaz with the famous American actress Every link clicked demonstrates the potential for advertisers to reach larger audiences and generate revenue for the online publications
From the same school as link-baiting comes the phenomenon of lsquofirst past the postrsquo journalism within the advertising-driven online publication world In this type of journalism emphasis is placed on being first to publish or break a news story Online publications that are first to break a news story attract a high amount of traffic (which translates into large revenues generated by advertising) since they are the only source of that particular information for a short space of time Online users have no choice but to visit that particular site if they wish to read the scoop The downside of this is that in a bid to be first to reap the advertising revenues frequently news stories are not properly checked for credibility On Monday 26 November 2012 nearly every online technology publication published the story of Google purchasing ICOA Wireless a Wi-Fi hot-spot
lsquoFrequently news stories are not properly checked for credibilityrsquo
lsquolsquoAlways check your sourcesrsquorsquo
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these people in business suits are rushing to check in their business cases Irsquom manoeuvring my 19-metre ski bag between them Strange looks and questions donrsquot surprise me anymore The looks whispers and questions Irsquove had while on trains from one place to the next or on the tram after going to the beach on my way to the indoor slope this summer On the one hand they made me feel like I was some strange creature from another planet but on the other they got me extra stoked up about what Irsquom doing
As I write this itrsquos a week after I checked in my bags and Irsquom sitting in my favourite coffee shop Cuppa Joersquos in Breckenridge Colorado Over the past five days Irsquove been getting up every morning at around 630 am and getting out at around 800am Anyone who knows me will probably raise an eyebrow at this When Irsquom working at home on my photos and stories for the White Freeski Magazine where Irsquom editor-in-chief or on freelance assignments my daily rhythm is completely the opposite But I guess thatrsquos the nice thing about jetlag
Itrsquos hard to describe the feeling of finally getting back
You know that feeling of bubbly excitement you get when you are getting ready to go and do something yoursquove been anticipating for a long long time It might be finally nailing that presentation to finish up university cooking a great dinner for friends or excitement about meeting up with someone
Getting my bags out from the basement after they had been collecting dust for the past eight months prompted those feelings to rush through my veins once again Even though I donrsquot mind being home going to the beach and rehabbing my knee and visiting friends in different countries over the summer all this has taken place in the city and Irsquove been missing the mountains terribly As Irsquom getting my bags out it makes me realise that it really is almost time for me to click into my skis again and breathe in the fresh mountain air
After packing it was finally time to get on my flight to Denver Colorado on Monday morning While all
white outBubbles of Excitement
By Ananda van Welij
Just another girl from a country without mountains addicted to snow
lsquoGo and do something yoursquove been anticipating for a long long timersquo
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have ahead of me this winter Looking forward again instead of being bummed I try to focus on the bright side like I did while I was stuck at home rehabbing and walking on crutches Trying to be inspired by what I see around me and what others do and have instead of being frustrated by it
It makes me wonder about just working and meeting up with friends at home I know I have a privileged life as Irsquom sitting here but isnrsquot this something we all experience in our daily lives It can be hard to sit down let go of the frustration sadness and problems and look forward Itrsquos not always possible to do it overnight but I think that just trying makes you feel better and in the end it allows you to bubble with excitement again no matter if itrsquos for a day of skiing or for finishing that project
My new mission for this season is to stay positive and draw inspiration from the people and things around me Irsquoll let you know how Irsquom doing in three weeksrsquo time
onto my skis after being out for eight months due to a torn MCL Cruising down the hill feeling and hearing the snow crunch under my feet It might sound strange to you but to me itrsquos a special sort of magic I guess it has something to do with the dopamine your body makes while having a great rush of excitement Although Irsquom pretty tired right now and taking a day off from skiing just walking outside and knowing that I can go up the hill any moment I like makes me feel better
Being so excited to be back on the snow after an injury also has a downside It comes in the form of having to hold myself back Since my injury I havenrsquot been jumping or doing any crazy tricks Itrsquos hard seeing all my friends jump and having fun in the park knowing I really shouldnrsquot do any of that stuff yet My mind is screaming ldquoYou can do that toordquo But Irsquom scared of a repeat injury brought on by pushing myself too hard too fast I have to force myself to sit down talk to my friends and listen to their stories of having fun while being genuinely happy for them To enjoy the sun instead of freaking myself out eat some good food have a good laugh and think of all the fun trips I
lsquoExtra stoked up about what Irsquom doingrsquo
lsquoTo me itrsquos a special sort of magicrsquo
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We have reached the point of the season when the outstanding manager of the first half has his team profiled and receives a pat on the back An overall lead at Xmas more often than not means that the team has peaked during the first half of the season before going on to show signs of weakness This season unusually we have a manager who has led strongly from the very early weeks but who still has a full supply of substitutes in reserve This bodes ill for the other managers as even though he has been professionally hunted down to the point that his lead is now meagre (or even gone by the time this is published) Steven Fockema still holds all the aces given that his reserves remain intact while the chasersrsquo have been used up to varying degrees
Daft3Punks
GK Tim Krul (newcastle United) 25m ndash Out injured from the beginning of September until the end of November No proper form assessment possible so far this season and his team are in apparent gradual creep towards the relegation zone Rating 825
deF Jose enrique (Liverpool) 35m ndash At a work-in-progress team Now playing regularly as a midfielder and showing positive form Rating 85
deF daniel Agger (Liverpool) 4m ndash Still more bluster and posing than glory Rating 825
deF Winston Reid (West Ham) 1m ndash Doing New Zealand proud in the Premier League at his price West Ham may not secure a greater number of clean sheets in the second half of the season however Rating 80
deF Jan Vertonghen (Tottenham Hotspur) 45m ndash Handsome driving Belgian vanilla One of the stars of the season thus far Rating 90
mId Gareth Bale (Tottenham Hotspur) 55m ndash The most impressive individual player in the current Premier League Rating 915
mId michu (Swansea city) 2m ndash Incredible value at his price A natural goal-scorer extraordinaire who also gets around and shows versatility Rating 90
mId Yaya Toure (manchester city) 45m ndash Nowhere close to his form of the previous season even if that can change in the second half of this one Rating 850
FWd Fabio Borini (Liverpool) 3m ndash Tipped here to eventually do well but long-term injury befell him just at the time he was settling into his new team and system Rating 80
FWd olivier Giroud (Arsenal) 45m ndash Has been nudging levels above average of late Rating 850
FWd Papiss cisse (newcastle United) 5m ndash Another player showing an astonishing fall from the excellence of the final third of the previous season Newcastle United appear to need re-styling quickly Rating 825
overall rating 9340 (max 100)
The New Year will only bring fireworks given the keen match-up between FFG-CL managers
By Denson Pierre
The Gold Room
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CZECH REPUBLIC - STUNNINGLY DIFFERENT
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A Russian bears a Chinese panda
Moscow
Once a year I take a foreign holiday and every time I want it to be something special In order to experience the gorgeous Chinese culture and to faint at the sight of enormous skyscrapers in November 2012 I departed Moscow for Hong Kong I wanted my trip to include cultural aspects be affordable and bring something new into my life Looking back I am happy to say that my holiday completely satisfied all these criteria
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By Tatiana Igumensheva
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lsquoA casino which is often the only purpose for visiting Macau especially for people from mainland China and
Hong Kongrsquo
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Macau
Having landed in Honk Kong I took a ferry to Macau which is not as large as its nickname the lsquoAsian Las Vegasrsquo suggests It took me just a day to complete my sightseeing and another to buy souvenirs The only place I omitted from my explorations was a casino which is often the only purpose for visiting Macau especially for people from mainland China and Hong Kong Temples natas (exquisite tarts) Portuguese architecture from the 19th century alongside huge skyscrapers this is the Macau I will remember It is very clean and most museums and temples do not charge for admission I enjoyed the Mandarinrsquos House most of all ndash a great example of home and everyday life habits Jesuit temples are gorgeous as well as the fortress with its lighthouse and of course Macaursquos most famous landmark the ruins of St Paulrsquos cathedral
Macau is a former Portuguese colony and if this one is anything to go by this is something the Portuguese were great at The old city centre has the atmosphere of a small tranquil town ndash very safe and friendly ndash which is exactly what it is both Macau and Hong Kong are probably the two safest places in the world The only thing that was a constant worry was the fact that Macau (and Hong Kong) has no open spaces at all The roads just keep going up and down up and downhellip
Good cardio exercise though I went through it for two days in Macau and then continued my hiking in Hong Kong
Hong Kong
Signs of British colonialism in Hong Kong are noticeable by their absence It was all destroyed in order to make use of every square metre An absence of land has made Hong Kong a temple to skyscrapers and the Chinese appear to have mastered this art perfectly
The first place to see is surely The Peak however Even if you are hysterically afraid of heights you simply must go there This is one view you will never forget Visit it at least twice ndash in the afternoon and in the evening ndash and you will see two different cities below Then take a walk through the central area The way the buildings almost literally scrape the sky excites me every time I look up ndash itlsquos amazing By the way despite being such a technological nation the local Chinese care about the environment in all aspects of their lives They are fond of trees even in a small city-centre park so they can take a little rest on their way to work and they really seem to care about nature There are huge penalties for littering smoking in prohibited areas and great attention to recycling Hong Kong is a city that cares ndash thatrsquos my first impression
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lsquoAn absence of land has made Hong Kong a temple to skyscrapersrsquo
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Another thought I had about all of this progress around me is that being such a progressive society the local Chinese never stopped to become fundamentally religious There are many temples and statues so many religions live together in this peaceful place That was a completely new lifestyle experience for me skyscrapers happily standing alongside all sorts of religious buildings Maybe thatrsquos what freedom of faith is all about
If you manage to get there try to visit all the places described in the tourist guidebooks They are really worth seeing Hong Kong residents spend their weekends visiting these places themselves Ocean Park Big Buddha Mid-levels the Avenue of Stars Hong Kong Park the Botanical and Zoological Gardenshellip I enjoyed all of them greatly
However what struck me the most was the people Forever smiling kind and always helpful Talking to them was a pleasure And some of them cook such delicious dishes that I was ready to eat the plate By the way do not forget that Hong Kong is the capital of international cuisine ndash so try everything Except for Borsch (some restaurants offer it) with which I still believe it is better to get acquainted in Russia or Ukraine All sorts of noodles rice and dumplings are
available here I tried Vietnamese Indian and Hong Kong cuisine and I cannot say which I like morehellip So Hong Kong is a wonderful opportunity to try everything
One last bit of advice if you can afford it take a hotel room with harbour view which will pay you back with interest My harbour-view hotel room suited me perfectly When I was tired of walking I went to my room had a glass of wine watched the lights shimmering on the other side of harbour and was completely happy
I am just reaching the end of my holiday taking a rest in my room and feeling really jealous of anyone about to visit Hong Kong for the first time You are going to enjoy so many exciting emotionshellip
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lsquoHong Kong is the capital of international cuisine ndash so try everythingrsquo
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Silent nights
Winter nights are well suited to staying indoors in the warmth especially after dark Not everyone is a lowland bear however and most of us need thoughtful stimulation to keep smiling through cold nights spent away from living quarters Luckily for Amsterdammers who pay attention from time to time extremely interesting and creative happenings are staged at a price anyone can afford The idea is simple tour the lights of lsquoNew Cityrsquo Amsterdam at night spending a couple of hours on a sturdy comfortable and warm (enclosed) historical craft The city falls silent as soon as you leave the pier and the transformation is complete when the city becomes simply unrecognisable with its flat lines interrupted by a few high-rising buildings shimmering back at you Some things in Amsterdam remain refreshingly surprising even to its well-cured darlings Not much beats having couple glasses of wine while splashing across the IJsselmeer and struggling to figure out which section of the city you are gazing upon through the silence of an icy night
Watch out for repeats wwwlichtophetijnl
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The Sentinel took up the enthusiastic invitation from the people of the annually occurring Dutch-Lithuanian art event on December 1 The Dutch aspect of the event day and night together with the displayed art was not particularly significant in this case however given that it was one of the more complete cultural cuisine musical and heartily drinking events that the recent European Union arrivalrsquos creative set could conjure with the help of their foreign desk and local culture funds A well produced and expansive programme could be sampled and lightning insight garnered into the culture and artistic impressions of a pearl of Baltic civilisation Vilnius met Amsterdam It just may be time for this e-zine to delve even deeper into Lithuania
See wwwltartnl
Iron Wolves
By Denson Pierre
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MechelenAuthentic and full of surprises Thatrsquos Mechelen Hospitable and honourable Thatrsquos the people of Mechelen Come and experience the cityrsquos urban charms for yourself Mechelen
Authentic and full of surprises Thatrsquos Mechelen Hospitable and honourable Thatrsquos the people of Mechelen Come and experience the cityrsquos urban charms for yourself
photography copy Layla Aerts
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CafeacuteBar Review Batavia 1920
lsquoClassic bar art embraces you as you enterrsquo
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Batavia 1920Prins Hendrikkade 85 1012 AE Amsterdam
It is always handy to know of a wholesome cafeacutebar that ticks all the boxes even if it happens to be located at the busiest point of the old city (obliquely opposite Central Station) Over the course of the different seasons I managed to assess this fine establishment which serves as another reminder of what good honest bars are all about There is still quality available in Amsterdam
AmbianceThoughtful solid furniture easy lighting and classic bar art embraces you as you enter With a chess club professional dart board regular parties and borrels the vibe ranges daily from mellow to vibrant Rating 5
StaffregularsOn my most recent visit I had the pleasure of Elizabeth and Jamie leading the service but staff members are always experienced service is quick and drinks are de-livered with fresh smiles whoever happens to be work-ing The regulars are plentiful and the bar emanates the energy of a good professional lsquoIrishrsquo bar attracting an eclectic international mix to this super-central location It is a perfect meeting point for friends from any cardi-nal direction with the national transportation hub being literally just across the road Rating 5
Televised sportAmple flat screens and channels Rating 4
PricesIn general the prices are standard Central Amsterdam levels which is sadly typical of grand cafeacutes in this post-code area What works in Bataviarsquos favour is that it has an above-average selection of lsquoBelgian beautiesrsquo (beer) on offer Given the advised dosage having two or three should not leave you broke or broken The kitchen also has quite a strong reputation for above-average pub fare The Sunday roast dinner is especially popular and keeps folk who like that sort of thing coming back as often as they can afford it Rating 3
MusicGenuinely diverse popular and world music from a crisp-sounding digital sound system and staff members seem to have cool taste in music Rating 5
Smoking area provisionThere is a large smoking room on the lower level Sim-ple and ingenious air-conditioning allows you to spend your full upstairs session there without the sense of be-ing fumigated If you were not told about the smoking area below you would not know there was one Rating 5
Total rating 2730(Ratings from 1-5 where 1 = Very poor and 5 = Excel-lent)
By Denson Pierre
lsquoA perfect meeting point for friends from any cardinal directionrsquo
cafebar review6
1
lsquoIt has an above-average selection of lsquoBelgian beautiesrsquorsquo
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lsquoStaff members seem to have cool taste in musicrsquo
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ContactJaroslav Cernosek+420 602 228 797Mail jcernosekcentrumcz
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star beer guide
The SentinelStar beer guide
lsquoFind the better bars serving it at the right price in the New Yearrsquo
Clever marketing and an effective pricing campaign has led to this A-class standard-bearing blonde becoming one of the most easily found lsquorealrsquo beers in Amsterdam cafeacutes and bars With its distinctive charisma and fresh fruity taste it sits just on the edge in terms of strength and only the brave and seasoned can be found using it as a session beer Prices across Amsterdam for the same Trappist-glass measure can range dramatically from euro 250 to euro 425 per glass so there is fun to be had trying to find the better bars serving it at the right price in the New Year Your search will be rewarded by this cool classic
Grimbergen Blonde is brewed by Alken-Maes Alken Belgium
By Denson Pierre
GRIMBERGEN BLONDE (67 ABV)
67star beer guide
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BRING BACK
A substantial amount of the culture on mainland Europe revolves around platinum-standard beer of various descriptions and fl avours being easily available Amsterdam is not lacking in cafeacutes bars off licences supermarkets and online outlets stocking truly great beers available either immediately or within 24 hours With the growing popularity of high-yeast and high alcohol by volume brands how these drinks are served is a cause for concern however
Led by the Belgians and French the art of designing a glass that refl ects the individual quality of the liquid experience within is among these productsrsquo most out-standing features after their fl avour and power to in-toxicate Any beer of decent repute has its own glass in which it is intended to be served This always takes the form and size of a sensible measure to ensure a taste experience at the correct temperature and allow people to enjoy the evoked sensations before fi nding them-selves suddenly and blindingly drunk What we now often fi nd in tourist-pressed Amsterdam are these lsquoreal beersrsquo being off ered and served to ignorant punters in pint (or half-litre) measures leading to people becom-ing drunk at speed and destroying the overall aesthetic of lsquobeering itrsquo with style
The Sentinel says bring back the serving of high-alco-hol-content drinks in appropriate measures and if pos-sible in the glasses especially designed for the purpose This would be desirable for all manner of reasons not least health and safety Barkeepers can be educators too and it shouldnrsquot be too diffi cult to persuade tourists (usually German British and Irish) who represent the majority of volume drinkers in the cityrsquos more desirable watering holes It is foolish greedy and uncouth to con-sume high-alcohol beverages in such volumes and not expect to end up senselessly drunk and ultimately spoil the whole experience Volume drinkers should simply be directed to the lsquopiss waterrsquo beers of which there are many to satiate their needs and leave the quality beer tours for when they have educated themselves in the culture and manner of consumption that ensures maxi-mum pleasure and above all style
By Denson Pierre
STYLED BEER GLASSES
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We find the best most fun most typical exciting or local favourite restaurants etcetera in Amsterdam and bring them to you an easy way to feel like a local
Het Compagnie Theater Amsterdam 12122012
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EUROGIFTSXenonweg 9 3812 SZ Amersfoort
Tel 033 - 454 35 75 - Fax 033 - 454 35 79E-mail lmproefeurogiftsnl
Website wwweurogiftsnl
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ORDERNUMMER 6021022ARTIKELNUMMER 65123
Ware grootte (indien uitgeprint)Kleur opdruk Wit
Mulligans Irish Music BarAmsterdamrsquos best address for live Irish music Five (5) nights a week Check our agenda for upcoming sessions
Cafeacute KostverlorenCafeacute Kostverloren is a contemporary cafe offering the cosiness of a saloon an open kitchen and the intimacy of a living room During summer there is a large sunny terrace and during winter an open fi replace
VibesVibes is a relaxing cafecocktail bar art gallery with a large selection of coffees herbal teas homemade cakes and an amazing card of cocktails made with fresh fruit by a professional cocktail bartenderEnjoy our Italian kitchen in a cosy and friendly atmosphere
IncantoIncanto is a restaurant with a classic Italian kitchen Venetian chef Simone Ambrosin is known for his pure and simple style of cooking with feeling for nuance The wine list contains over 150 Italian wines
Planet RosePlanet Rose is the fi rst Caribbean restaurant in the Netherlands which specializes in Jamaican cuisine The menu features a daily changing selection of JamaicanCaribbean dishes and they ensure that you enjoy the whole expe-rience while dining with them
Cafe TisfrisCafe Tisfris is recognisable for its landmarks funky pillars and terrace Tisfris offers a friendly service and is a great pit stop for ldquoyummyrdquo refreshments
Cafe restaurant EdelCafe restaurant Edel is the perfect place for lunch dinner or to simply enjoy a drink Edel is a unique place in Amsterdam
Cafeacute OportoCafeacute Oporto is a traditional Amsterdam lsquobrown cafersquo Welcoming tourists and regular customers alike they offer televised sports wireless internet connection and a wide range of reasonably priced beers and spirits
Connoisseurs Delight Fun Drinking amp MusicTo Be Seen and Tasted
To Be Seen and Tasted
Fun Drinking amp Music
Connoisseurs Delight
Connoisseurs Delight
To Be Seen and Tasted
Neighbourhood cosy
Opera Prima - Patisserie Bistro TraiteurThe best place in town for lunch exquisite high teas or brunches and all of your luxury catering both private and corporate
Kinkerstraat 228 Amsterdamwwwoperaprimanl
St Antoniebreestraat 142 Amsterdamwwwtisfrisnl
Postjesweg 1 1057 DT Amsterdamwwwedelamsterdamnl
Zoutsteeg 1 1012 LX Amsterdamwwwcafeoportonethome
Amstel 100 1017 AC Amsterdamwwwmulligansnl
2e Kostverlorenkade 70 Amsterdamwwwcafekostverlorennl
Jan Pieter Heijestraat 137 Amsterdamwwwwixcomvibes137vibes
Amstel 2 Amsterdamwwwrestaurant-incantonl
Nicolaas Beetsstraat 47 Amsterdamwwwplanetroseinfo
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Where is this inAmsterdam
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Room 2cfilm
This is the one that will make you pause James Stewart one of my top ten actors of all time plays a businessman fighting to keep his life and family together while everything is crashing down around him In steps an lsquoangelrsquo to try and convince him that life is not as bad as it seems and that other people would be a lot worse off without him Probably the highest rated film Irsquove ever reviewed and one of the most Christmas-delicious I know
Could you walk 2400 kilometres while being pursued with little more than a longing to return to your homeland and mother to keep you and your dependant companions going Would you do this twice This utterly moving film highlights the true-life Australian apartheid practices of the twentieth century and the trauma it caused to native Australians The barren landscapes provide the perfect backdrop for compelling cinema-tography and its dryness will be irrigated by your tears
By David King
By dpmotions
Itrsquos a Wonderful Life (1946)
Rabbit-Proof Fence (2002)
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74trends
lsquoFacebook in particular is responsible for exacerbating unspoken competitivenessrsquo
By Dirkje Bakker-Pierre
Trends in the food industry are moving faster than lightning and are harder and harder to keep up with When you are all geared up to create your own artsy cupcakes all of a sudden cupcakes are out and macaroons are the flavour of the day
Sweat dripping and cheeks burning with stress levels going through the roof women all around the country have been toiling night and day to create just the right pimped-up cakes (completely covered in layers of pink and red marzipan tiny silver sugar balls and rose petals made from feather-light sugar) which look like they come from one of the newly popped-up cupcake shops Facebook in particular is responsible for exacerbating unspoken competitiveness due to images being posted of better looking and prettier cakes just after you posted your own in comparison pretty sad creations forcing you back into the kitchen to try again
One day itrsquos cutting out names from layers of chocolate the next itrsquos squirting curls and swirls of rainbow colours or grating organic carrots for the rather awkward lsquohealthyrsquo version the carrot cupcake
Shops have adjusted their aisles to make way for endless shelves of specialised products in all ranges of sweetness and multicoloured cuteness shapes tools mixtures and machines It is a whole world of custom products which just keeps growing and changing and you need to keep up with it all or risk being hopelessly left behind There are pink-coloured cook books workshops websites self-help groups and neglected overweight children crying for something non-sweet for once
But then after all your attempts and when you finally think you have achieved perfection before you know it you make a complete fool of yourself by serving the wrong type of sweet and colourful titbits because a new trend has already arrived That really makes you feel like a macaroon
All Caked Out
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Winter solstice is an exciting time of year when we all start dreaming of more sun more light and more inspiration Continuing the gemstone theme I would like to draw your attention to the very lovely and sparkling sunstone also known as heliolite It is the official gemstone of the US state of Oregon which is a prime source for this beautiful gem The name heliolite is derived from the Greek lsquoheliosrsquo and lsquolithosrsquo which mean lsquosunrsquo and lsquostonersquo It was first discovered in Viking burial mounds but despite its long history is not found in abundance
Sunstone is metallic in appearance and comes in red orange or green colours However cleaner red sunstone is very rare and commands proper gemstone prices The stone is a composite of oligoclase feldspar which also contains hematite or goethite The presence of hematite or goethite gives the stone its ability to reflect light hence the name sunstone Sunstone is said to be an inspiration stone able to bestow freedom independence and happiness It also said to reduce fear alleviate stress and bring good luck in any game of chance This sparkly stone has a further use in healing and is believed to endow its wearers with enhanced self-healing powers Other properties
Shine
By Evelina Kvartunaite
ndash
lsquoDreaming of more sun more light and more inspirationrsquo
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include stimulating the vegetative autonomic nervous system and enhancing the harmonious functioning of all the bodyrsquos organs It is also quite helpful in cases of exhaustion due to lack of sleep
The gemstone is used to treat chronic sore throats and relieves pain caused by stomach ulcers It has proved successful in alleviating Seasonal Affective Disorder (or SAD) and is also known for relieving cartilage problems rheumatism and general aches and pains Sunstone helps in dealing with depression and frees its wearers from feelings of discrimination and failure as well as from perceptions of an lsquoevil worldrsquo Sunstone increases a personrsquos sense of self-esteem and self-worth
Sunstone is particularly beneficial when used in sunshine or sunlight It brings abundance to a personrsquos life and transforms negative energy into positive energy
If you have any other helpful tips you would like to share please let me know at evelinakvartunaiteconsultancymarketmediacom
76health amp well-being
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lsquoBestow freedom independence and happinessrsquo
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lsquoIt has proved successful in alleviating Seasonal Affective
Disorderrsquo
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world this lsquotrickeryrsquo has moved online With todayrsquos short attention spans the potential to draw users to a website and retain them is a crucial skill which is rewarded by the revenue that can be generated based on how long a user stays on a website Link-baiting should have been foreseen since it is inevitable
Every click on a website is a revenue-generating moment in terms of advertising The amount of adverts to which you can expose an online user as they click to and through your website is the currency used to determine whether an advertising agency spends its budget on one publication over another Real journalism and insightful opinions once drove online traffic for web publications but link-baiting is now seriously derailing this approach
Most of the time the story behind the sensational link does not live up to expectations A typical example of this can be found in the online edition of the Watford Observer on Tuesday 31 July 2012 The link-bait read ldquoCameron Diaz vows to kick drug habit with help of stepdadrdquo However following the link or falling for the bait led to the underwhelming story ldquoDrug user Cameron Diaz of Broomfield Rise Abbots Langley has sworn to clean up his act with the help of his stepfatherrdquo Although the story was factually correct the intention of the publication was to trick the
One of my previous articles described how online technology publications are subverting reality by not correctly echoing the sentiments of the consuming public Part of the cause of this is that usually in a bid to counter the majority of lacklustre stories floating around they subvert reality to make it more interesting How many non-geeks really care about the advantages of modelling parallelism on serial programs with the Intelreg Advisor XE Itrsquos certainly not a typically newsworthy story
As a result an annoying phenomenon has slowly been building momentum This is now quite evident all over the internet and is destroying good journalism The phenomenon is called Link-baiting Our trustworthy source of internet knowledge describes Link-bait(ing) as anything ldquointeresting enough to catch peoplersquos attentionrdquo (httpenwikipediaorgwikiLink_bait)
Link-baiting is synonymous with the sensational cover stories used on the front of magazines to entice people walking past to pick up the magazines and delve into them As with most things from the print
No news is good news
lsquoQuite evident all over the internet and is destroying good
journalismrsquo
By Simon Owusu
technology
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provider in America to the tune of US$ 400 million The initial story broke on the PRWEB website and the majority of online publications regurgitated the story with no additional insights such as the implications of such a deal which real journalism would call for None of them bothered to check the sources or the credibility of the story Millions of revenue-generating clicks later the more seasoned online publications such as CNN AllThings D and CNET broke the bigger story that the press release was fake and that both Google and ICOA Wireless had denied the story In a rush to break the story the first rule of journalism was contravened lsquoAlways check your sourcesrsquo
Given the transient nature of any false news stories posted on the internet these days the story quickly disappeared from most of the offending publications and today you will be hard pressed to find any mention of this slip-up The Sentinel we like to think always brings you the truth albeit typed on an iPad Mini so donrsquot count on us to follow such faulty phenomena and trends
online user into clicking on it due to the coincidental name-sharing of the Abbots Langley Cameron Diaz with the famous American actress Every link clicked demonstrates the potential for advertisers to reach larger audiences and generate revenue for the online publications
From the same school as link-baiting comes the phenomenon of lsquofirst past the postrsquo journalism within the advertising-driven online publication world In this type of journalism emphasis is placed on being first to publish or break a news story Online publications that are first to break a news story attract a high amount of traffic (which translates into large revenues generated by advertising) since they are the only source of that particular information for a short space of time Online users have no choice but to visit that particular site if they wish to read the scoop The downside of this is that in a bid to be first to reap the advertising revenues frequently news stories are not properly checked for credibility On Monday 26 November 2012 nearly every online technology publication published the story of Google purchasing ICOA Wireless a Wi-Fi hot-spot
lsquoFrequently news stories are not properly checked for credibilityrsquo
lsquolsquoAlways check your sourcesrsquorsquo
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these people in business suits are rushing to check in their business cases Irsquom manoeuvring my 19-metre ski bag between them Strange looks and questions donrsquot surprise me anymore The looks whispers and questions Irsquove had while on trains from one place to the next or on the tram after going to the beach on my way to the indoor slope this summer On the one hand they made me feel like I was some strange creature from another planet but on the other they got me extra stoked up about what Irsquom doing
As I write this itrsquos a week after I checked in my bags and Irsquom sitting in my favourite coffee shop Cuppa Joersquos in Breckenridge Colorado Over the past five days Irsquove been getting up every morning at around 630 am and getting out at around 800am Anyone who knows me will probably raise an eyebrow at this When Irsquom working at home on my photos and stories for the White Freeski Magazine where Irsquom editor-in-chief or on freelance assignments my daily rhythm is completely the opposite But I guess thatrsquos the nice thing about jetlag
Itrsquos hard to describe the feeling of finally getting back
You know that feeling of bubbly excitement you get when you are getting ready to go and do something yoursquove been anticipating for a long long time It might be finally nailing that presentation to finish up university cooking a great dinner for friends or excitement about meeting up with someone
Getting my bags out from the basement after they had been collecting dust for the past eight months prompted those feelings to rush through my veins once again Even though I donrsquot mind being home going to the beach and rehabbing my knee and visiting friends in different countries over the summer all this has taken place in the city and Irsquove been missing the mountains terribly As Irsquom getting my bags out it makes me realise that it really is almost time for me to click into my skis again and breathe in the fresh mountain air
After packing it was finally time to get on my flight to Denver Colorado on Monday morning While all
white outBubbles of Excitement
By Ananda van Welij
Just another girl from a country without mountains addicted to snow
lsquoGo and do something yoursquove been anticipating for a long long timersquo
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have ahead of me this winter Looking forward again instead of being bummed I try to focus on the bright side like I did while I was stuck at home rehabbing and walking on crutches Trying to be inspired by what I see around me and what others do and have instead of being frustrated by it
It makes me wonder about just working and meeting up with friends at home I know I have a privileged life as Irsquom sitting here but isnrsquot this something we all experience in our daily lives It can be hard to sit down let go of the frustration sadness and problems and look forward Itrsquos not always possible to do it overnight but I think that just trying makes you feel better and in the end it allows you to bubble with excitement again no matter if itrsquos for a day of skiing or for finishing that project
My new mission for this season is to stay positive and draw inspiration from the people and things around me Irsquoll let you know how Irsquom doing in three weeksrsquo time
onto my skis after being out for eight months due to a torn MCL Cruising down the hill feeling and hearing the snow crunch under my feet It might sound strange to you but to me itrsquos a special sort of magic I guess it has something to do with the dopamine your body makes while having a great rush of excitement Although Irsquom pretty tired right now and taking a day off from skiing just walking outside and knowing that I can go up the hill any moment I like makes me feel better
Being so excited to be back on the snow after an injury also has a downside It comes in the form of having to hold myself back Since my injury I havenrsquot been jumping or doing any crazy tricks Itrsquos hard seeing all my friends jump and having fun in the park knowing I really shouldnrsquot do any of that stuff yet My mind is screaming ldquoYou can do that toordquo But Irsquom scared of a repeat injury brought on by pushing myself too hard too fast I have to force myself to sit down talk to my friends and listen to their stories of having fun while being genuinely happy for them To enjoy the sun instead of freaking myself out eat some good food have a good laugh and think of all the fun trips I
lsquoExtra stoked up about what Irsquom doingrsquo
lsquoTo me itrsquos a special sort of magicrsquo
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We have reached the point of the season when the outstanding manager of the first half has his team profiled and receives a pat on the back An overall lead at Xmas more often than not means that the team has peaked during the first half of the season before going on to show signs of weakness This season unusually we have a manager who has led strongly from the very early weeks but who still has a full supply of substitutes in reserve This bodes ill for the other managers as even though he has been professionally hunted down to the point that his lead is now meagre (or even gone by the time this is published) Steven Fockema still holds all the aces given that his reserves remain intact while the chasersrsquo have been used up to varying degrees
Daft3Punks
GK Tim Krul (newcastle United) 25m ndash Out injured from the beginning of September until the end of November No proper form assessment possible so far this season and his team are in apparent gradual creep towards the relegation zone Rating 825
deF Jose enrique (Liverpool) 35m ndash At a work-in-progress team Now playing regularly as a midfielder and showing positive form Rating 85
deF daniel Agger (Liverpool) 4m ndash Still more bluster and posing than glory Rating 825
deF Winston Reid (West Ham) 1m ndash Doing New Zealand proud in the Premier League at his price West Ham may not secure a greater number of clean sheets in the second half of the season however Rating 80
deF Jan Vertonghen (Tottenham Hotspur) 45m ndash Handsome driving Belgian vanilla One of the stars of the season thus far Rating 90
mId Gareth Bale (Tottenham Hotspur) 55m ndash The most impressive individual player in the current Premier League Rating 915
mId michu (Swansea city) 2m ndash Incredible value at his price A natural goal-scorer extraordinaire who also gets around and shows versatility Rating 90
mId Yaya Toure (manchester city) 45m ndash Nowhere close to his form of the previous season even if that can change in the second half of this one Rating 850
FWd Fabio Borini (Liverpool) 3m ndash Tipped here to eventually do well but long-term injury befell him just at the time he was settling into his new team and system Rating 80
FWd olivier Giroud (Arsenal) 45m ndash Has been nudging levels above average of late Rating 850
FWd Papiss cisse (newcastle United) 5m ndash Another player showing an astonishing fall from the excellence of the final third of the previous season Newcastle United appear to need re-styling quickly Rating 825
overall rating 9340 (max 100)
The New Year will only bring fireworks given the keen match-up between FFG-CL managers
By Denson Pierre
The Gold Room
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CZECH REPUBLIC - STUNNINGLY DIFFERENT
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A Russian bears a Chinese panda
Moscow
Once a year I take a foreign holiday and every time I want it to be something special In order to experience the gorgeous Chinese culture and to faint at the sight of enormous skyscrapers in November 2012 I departed Moscow for Hong Kong I wanted my trip to include cultural aspects be affordable and bring something new into my life Looking back I am happy to say that my holiday completely satisfied all these criteria
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By Tatiana Igumensheva
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lsquoA casino which is often the only purpose for visiting Macau especially for people from mainland China and
Hong Kongrsquo
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Macau
Having landed in Honk Kong I took a ferry to Macau which is not as large as its nickname the lsquoAsian Las Vegasrsquo suggests It took me just a day to complete my sightseeing and another to buy souvenirs The only place I omitted from my explorations was a casino which is often the only purpose for visiting Macau especially for people from mainland China and Hong Kong Temples natas (exquisite tarts) Portuguese architecture from the 19th century alongside huge skyscrapers this is the Macau I will remember It is very clean and most museums and temples do not charge for admission I enjoyed the Mandarinrsquos House most of all ndash a great example of home and everyday life habits Jesuit temples are gorgeous as well as the fortress with its lighthouse and of course Macaursquos most famous landmark the ruins of St Paulrsquos cathedral
Macau is a former Portuguese colony and if this one is anything to go by this is something the Portuguese were great at The old city centre has the atmosphere of a small tranquil town ndash very safe and friendly ndash which is exactly what it is both Macau and Hong Kong are probably the two safest places in the world The only thing that was a constant worry was the fact that Macau (and Hong Kong) has no open spaces at all The roads just keep going up and down up and downhellip
Good cardio exercise though I went through it for two days in Macau and then continued my hiking in Hong Kong
Hong Kong
Signs of British colonialism in Hong Kong are noticeable by their absence It was all destroyed in order to make use of every square metre An absence of land has made Hong Kong a temple to skyscrapers and the Chinese appear to have mastered this art perfectly
The first place to see is surely The Peak however Even if you are hysterically afraid of heights you simply must go there This is one view you will never forget Visit it at least twice ndash in the afternoon and in the evening ndash and you will see two different cities below Then take a walk through the central area The way the buildings almost literally scrape the sky excites me every time I look up ndash itlsquos amazing By the way despite being such a technological nation the local Chinese care about the environment in all aspects of their lives They are fond of trees even in a small city-centre park so they can take a little rest on their way to work and they really seem to care about nature There are huge penalties for littering smoking in prohibited areas and great attention to recycling Hong Kong is a city that cares ndash thatrsquos my first impression
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lsquoAn absence of land has made Hong Kong a temple to skyscrapersrsquo
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Another thought I had about all of this progress around me is that being such a progressive society the local Chinese never stopped to become fundamentally religious There are many temples and statues so many religions live together in this peaceful place That was a completely new lifestyle experience for me skyscrapers happily standing alongside all sorts of religious buildings Maybe thatrsquos what freedom of faith is all about
If you manage to get there try to visit all the places described in the tourist guidebooks They are really worth seeing Hong Kong residents spend their weekends visiting these places themselves Ocean Park Big Buddha Mid-levels the Avenue of Stars Hong Kong Park the Botanical and Zoological Gardenshellip I enjoyed all of them greatly
However what struck me the most was the people Forever smiling kind and always helpful Talking to them was a pleasure And some of them cook such delicious dishes that I was ready to eat the plate By the way do not forget that Hong Kong is the capital of international cuisine ndash so try everything Except for Borsch (some restaurants offer it) with which I still believe it is better to get acquainted in Russia or Ukraine All sorts of noodles rice and dumplings are
available here I tried Vietnamese Indian and Hong Kong cuisine and I cannot say which I like morehellip So Hong Kong is a wonderful opportunity to try everything
One last bit of advice if you can afford it take a hotel room with harbour view which will pay you back with interest My harbour-view hotel room suited me perfectly When I was tired of walking I went to my room had a glass of wine watched the lights shimmering on the other side of harbour and was completely happy
I am just reaching the end of my holiday taking a rest in my room and feeling really jealous of anyone about to visit Hong Kong for the first time You are going to enjoy so many exciting emotionshellip
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lsquoHong Kong is the capital of international cuisine ndash so try everythingrsquo
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Silent nights
Winter nights are well suited to staying indoors in the warmth especially after dark Not everyone is a lowland bear however and most of us need thoughtful stimulation to keep smiling through cold nights spent away from living quarters Luckily for Amsterdammers who pay attention from time to time extremely interesting and creative happenings are staged at a price anyone can afford The idea is simple tour the lights of lsquoNew Cityrsquo Amsterdam at night spending a couple of hours on a sturdy comfortable and warm (enclosed) historical craft The city falls silent as soon as you leave the pier and the transformation is complete when the city becomes simply unrecognisable with its flat lines interrupted by a few high-rising buildings shimmering back at you Some things in Amsterdam remain refreshingly surprising even to its well-cured darlings Not much beats having couple glasses of wine while splashing across the IJsselmeer and struggling to figure out which section of the city you are gazing upon through the silence of an icy night
Watch out for repeats wwwlichtophetijnl
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The Sentinel took up the enthusiastic invitation from the people of the annually occurring Dutch-Lithuanian art event on December 1 The Dutch aspect of the event day and night together with the displayed art was not particularly significant in this case however given that it was one of the more complete cultural cuisine musical and heartily drinking events that the recent European Union arrivalrsquos creative set could conjure with the help of their foreign desk and local culture funds A well produced and expansive programme could be sampled and lightning insight garnered into the culture and artistic impressions of a pearl of Baltic civilisation Vilnius met Amsterdam It just may be time for this e-zine to delve even deeper into Lithuania
See wwwltartnl
Iron Wolves
By Denson Pierre
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MechelenAuthentic and full of surprises Thatrsquos Mechelen Hospitable and honourable Thatrsquos the people of Mechelen Come and experience the cityrsquos urban charms for yourself Mechelen
Authentic and full of surprises Thatrsquos Mechelen Hospitable and honourable Thatrsquos the people of Mechelen Come and experience the cityrsquos urban charms for yourself
photography copy Layla Aerts
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CafeacuteBar Review Batavia 1920
lsquoClassic bar art embraces you as you enterrsquo
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Batavia 1920Prins Hendrikkade 85 1012 AE Amsterdam
It is always handy to know of a wholesome cafeacutebar that ticks all the boxes even if it happens to be located at the busiest point of the old city (obliquely opposite Central Station) Over the course of the different seasons I managed to assess this fine establishment which serves as another reminder of what good honest bars are all about There is still quality available in Amsterdam
AmbianceThoughtful solid furniture easy lighting and classic bar art embraces you as you enter With a chess club professional dart board regular parties and borrels the vibe ranges daily from mellow to vibrant Rating 5
StaffregularsOn my most recent visit I had the pleasure of Elizabeth and Jamie leading the service but staff members are always experienced service is quick and drinks are de-livered with fresh smiles whoever happens to be work-ing The regulars are plentiful and the bar emanates the energy of a good professional lsquoIrishrsquo bar attracting an eclectic international mix to this super-central location It is a perfect meeting point for friends from any cardi-nal direction with the national transportation hub being literally just across the road Rating 5
Televised sportAmple flat screens and channels Rating 4
PricesIn general the prices are standard Central Amsterdam levels which is sadly typical of grand cafeacutes in this post-code area What works in Bataviarsquos favour is that it has an above-average selection of lsquoBelgian beautiesrsquo (beer) on offer Given the advised dosage having two or three should not leave you broke or broken The kitchen also has quite a strong reputation for above-average pub fare The Sunday roast dinner is especially popular and keeps folk who like that sort of thing coming back as often as they can afford it Rating 3
MusicGenuinely diverse popular and world music from a crisp-sounding digital sound system and staff members seem to have cool taste in music Rating 5
Smoking area provisionThere is a large smoking room on the lower level Sim-ple and ingenious air-conditioning allows you to spend your full upstairs session there without the sense of be-ing fumigated If you were not told about the smoking area below you would not know there was one Rating 5
Total rating 2730(Ratings from 1-5 where 1 = Very poor and 5 = Excel-lent)
By Denson Pierre
lsquoA perfect meeting point for friends from any cardinal directionrsquo
cafebar review6
1
lsquoIt has an above-average selection of lsquoBelgian beautiesrsquorsquo
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lsquoStaff members seem to have cool taste in musicrsquo
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Day segments and ratesPR 0800-1230hrs AG 1330-1630hrs UE 1730-2130hrsAll sessions are priced at u 25 per single adult Group size upper limit = 8 Accompanied children under the age of five are gratis and school aged children pay 25 Family package rates are negotiable
ContactJaroslav Cernosek+420 602 228 797Mail jcernosekcentrumcz
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star beer guide
The SentinelStar beer guide
lsquoFind the better bars serving it at the right price in the New Yearrsquo
Clever marketing and an effective pricing campaign has led to this A-class standard-bearing blonde becoming one of the most easily found lsquorealrsquo beers in Amsterdam cafeacutes and bars With its distinctive charisma and fresh fruity taste it sits just on the edge in terms of strength and only the brave and seasoned can be found using it as a session beer Prices across Amsterdam for the same Trappist-glass measure can range dramatically from euro 250 to euro 425 per glass so there is fun to be had trying to find the better bars serving it at the right price in the New Year Your search will be rewarded by this cool classic
Grimbergen Blonde is brewed by Alken-Maes Alken Belgium
By Denson Pierre
GRIMBERGEN BLONDE (67 ABV)
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BRING BACK
A substantial amount of the culture on mainland Europe revolves around platinum-standard beer of various descriptions and fl avours being easily available Amsterdam is not lacking in cafeacutes bars off licences supermarkets and online outlets stocking truly great beers available either immediately or within 24 hours With the growing popularity of high-yeast and high alcohol by volume brands how these drinks are served is a cause for concern however
Led by the Belgians and French the art of designing a glass that refl ects the individual quality of the liquid experience within is among these productsrsquo most out-standing features after their fl avour and power to in-toxicate Any beer of decent repute has its own glass in which it is intended to be served This always takes the form and size of a sensible measure to ensure a taste experience at the correct temperature and allow people to enjoy the evoked sensations before fi nding them-selves suddenly and blindingly drunk What we now often fi nd in tourist-pressed Amsterdam are these lsquoreal beersrsquo being off ered and served to ignorant punters in pint (or half-litre) measures leading to people becom-ing drunk at speed and destroying the overall aesthetic of lsquobeering itrsquo with style
The Sentinel says bring back the serving of high-alco-hol-content drinks in appropriate measures and if pos-sible in the glasses especially designed for the purpose This would be desirable for all manner of reasons not least health and safety Barkeepers can be educators too and it shouldnrsquot be too diffi cult to persuade tourists (usually German British and Irish) who represent the majority of volume drinkers in the cityrsquos more desirable watering holes It is foolish greedy and uncouth to con-sume high-alcohol beverages in such volumes and not expect to end up senselessly drunk and ultimately spoil the whole experience Volume drinkers should simply be directed to the lsquopiss waterrsquo beers of which there are many to satiate their needs and leave the quality beer tours for when they have educated themselves in the culture and manner of consumption that ensures maxi-mum pleasure and above all style
By Denson Pierre
STYLED BEER GLASSES
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We find the best most fun most typical exciting or local favourite restaurants etcetera in Amsterdam and bring them to you an easy way to feel like a local
Het Compagnie Theater Amsterdam 12122012
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EUROGIFTSXenonweg 9 3812 SZ Amersfoort
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ORDERNUMMER 6021022ARTIKELNUMMER 65123
Ware grootte (indien uitgeprint)Kleur opdruk Wit
Mulligans Irish Music BarAmsterdamrsquos best address for live Irish music Five (5) nights a week Check our agenda for upcoming sessions
Cafeacute KostverlorenCafeacute Kostverloren is a contemporary cafe offering the cosiness of a saloon an open kitchen and the intimacy of a living room During summer there is a large sunny terrace and during winter an open fi replace
VibesVibes is a relaxing cafecocktail bar art gallery with a large selection of coffees herbal teas homemade cakes and an amazing card of cocktails made with fresh fruit by a professional cocktail bartenderEnjoy our Italian kitchen in a cosy and friendly atmosphere
IncantoIncanto is a restaurant with a classic Italian kitchen Venetian chef Simone Ambrosin is known for his pure and simple style of cooking with feeling for nuance The wine list contains over 150 Italian wines
Planet RosePlanet Rose is the fi rst Caribbean restaurant in the Netherlands which specializes in Jamaican cuisine The menu features a daily changing selection of JamaicanCaribbean dishes and they ensure that you enjoy the whole expe-rience while dining with them
Cafe TisfrisCafe Tisfris is recognisable for its landmarks funky pillars and terrace Tisfris offers a friendly service and is a great pit stop for ldquoyummyrdquo refreshments
Cafe restaurant EdelCafe restaurant Edel is the perfect place for lunch dinner or to simply enjoy a drink Edel is a unique place in Amsterdam
Cafeacute OportoCafeacute Oporto is a traditional Amsterdam lsquobrown cafersquo Welcoming tourists and regular customers alike they offer televised sports wireless internet connection and a wide range of reasonably priced beers and spirits
Connoisseurs Delight Fun Drinking amp MusicTo Be Seen and Tasted
To Be Seen and Tasted
Fun Drinking amp Music
Connoisseurs Delight
Connoisseurs Delight
To Be Seen and Tasted
Neighbourhood cosy
Opera Prima - Patisserie Bistro TraiteurThe best place in town for lunch exquisite high teas or brunches and all of your luxury catering both private and corporate
Kinkerstraat 228 Amsterdamwwwoperaprimanl
St Antoniebreestraat 142 Amsterdamwwwtisfrisnl
Postjesweg 1 1057 DT Amsterdamwwwedelamsterdamnl
Zoutsteeg 1 1012 LX Amsterdamwwwcafeoportonethome
Amstel 100 1017 AC Amsterdamwwwmulligansnl
2e Kostverlorenkade 70 Amsterdamwwwcafekostverlorennl
Jan Pieter Heijestraat 137 Amsterdamwwwwixcomvibes137vibes
Amstel 2 Amsterdamwwwrestaurant-incantonl
Nicolaas Beetsstraat 47 Amsterdamwwwplanetroseinfo
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Where is this inAmsterdam
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Room 2cfilm
This is the one that will make you pause James Stewart one of my top ten actors of all time plays a businessman fighting to keep his life and family together while everything is crashing down around him In steps an lsquoangelrsquo to try and convince him that life is not as bad as it seems and that other people would be a lot worse off without him Probably the highest rated film Irsquove ever reviewed and one of the most Christmas-delicious I know
Could you walk 2400 kilometres while being pursued with little more than a longing to return to your homeland and mother to keep you and your dependant companions going Would you do this twice This utterly moving film highlights the true-life Australian apartheid practices of the twentieth century and the trauma it caused to native Australians The barren landscapes provide the perfect backdrop for compelling cinema-tography and its dryness will be irrigated by your tears
By David King
By dpmotions
Itrsquos a Wonderful Life (1946)
Rabbit-Proof Fence (2002)
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74trends
lsquoFacebook in particular is responsible for exacerbating unspoken competitivenessrsquo
By Dirkje Bakker-Pierre
Trends in the food industry are moving faster than lightning and are harder and harder to keep up with When you are all geared up to create your own artsy cupcakes all of a sudden cupcakes are out and macaroons are the flavour of the day
Sweat dripping and cheeks burning with stress levels going through the roof women all around the country have been toiling night and day to create just the right pimped-up cakes (completely covered in layers of pink and red marzipan tiny silver sugar balls and rose petals made from feather-light sugar) which look like they come from one of the newly popped-up cupcake shops Facebook in particular is responsible for exacerbating unspoken competitiveness due to images being posted of better looking and prettier cakes just after you posted your own in comparison pretty sad creations forcing you back into the kitchen to try again
One day itrsquos cutting out names from layers of chocolate the next itrsquos squirting curls and swirls of rainbow colours or grating organic carrots for the rather awkward lsquohealthyrsquo version the carrot cupcake
Shops have adjusted their aisles to make way for endless shelves of specialised products in all ranges of sweetness and multicoloured cuteness shapes tools mixtures and machines It is a whole world of custom products which just keeps growing and changing and you need to keep up with it all or risk being hopelessly left behind There are pink-coloured cook books workshops websites self-help groups and neglected overweight children crying for something non-sweet for once
But then after all your attempts and when you finally think you have achieved perfection before you know it you make a complete fool of yourself by serving the wrong type of sweet and colourful titbits because a new trend has already arrived That really makes you feel like a macaroon
All Caked Out
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Winter solstice is an exciting time of year when we all start dreaming of more sun more light and more inspiration Continuing the gemstone theme I would like to draw your attention to the very lovely and sparkling sunstone also known as heliolite It is the official gemstone of the US state of Oregon which is a prime source for this beautiful gem The name heliolite is derived from the Greek lsquoheliosrsquo and lsquolithosrsquo which mean lsquosunrsquo and lsquostonersquo It was first discovered in Viking burial mounds but despite its long history is not found in abundance
Sunstone is metallic in appearance and comes in red orange or green colours However cleaner red sunstone is very rare and commands proper gemstone prices The stone is a composite of oligoclase feldspar which also contains hematite or goethite The presence of hematite or goethite gives the stone its ability to reflect light hence the name sunstone Sunstone is said to be an inspiration stone able to bestow freedom independence and happiness It also said to reduce fear alleviate stress and bring good luck in any game of chance This sparkly stone has a further use in healing and is believed to endow its wearers with enhanced self-healing powers Other properties
Shine
By Evelina Kvartunaite
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lsquoDreaming of more sun more light and more inspirationrsquo
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include stimulating the vegetative autonomic nervous system and enhancing the harmonious functioning of all the bodyrsquos organs It is also quite helpful in cases of exhaustion due to lack of sleep
The gemstone is used to treat chronic sore throats and relieves pain caused by stomach ulcers It has proved successful in alleviating Seasonal Affective Disorder (or SAD) and is also known for relieving cartilage problems rheumatism and general aches and pains Sunstone helps in dealing with depression and frees its wearers from feelings of discrimination and failure as well as from perceptions of an lsquoevil worldrsquo Sunstone increases a personrsquos sense of self-esteem and self-worth
Sunstone is particularly beneficial when used in sunshine or sunlight It brings abundance to a personrsquos life and transforms negative energy into positive energy
If you have any other helpful tips you would like to share please let me know at evelinakvartunaiteconsultancymarketmediacom
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lsquoBestow freedom independence and happinessrsquo
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world this lsquotrickeryrsquo has moved online With todayrsquos short attention spans the potential to draw users to a website and retain them is a crucial skill which is rewarded by the revenue that can be generated based on how long a user stays on a website Link-baiting should have been foreseen since it is inevitable
Every click on a website is a revenue-generating moment in terms of advertising The amount of adverts to which you can expose an online user as they click to and through your website is the currency used to determine whether an advertising agency spends its budget on one publication over another Real journalism and insightful opinions once drove online traffic for web publications but link-baiting is now seriously derailing this approach
Most of the time the story behind the sensational link does not live up to expectations A typical example of this can be found in the online edition of the Watford Observer on Tuesday 31 July 2012 The link-bait read ldquoCameron Diaz vows to kick drug habit with help of stepdadrdquo However following the link or falling for the bait led to the underwhelming story ldquoDrug user Cameron Diaz of Broomfield Rise Abbots Langley has sworn to clean up his act with the help of his stepfatherrdquo Although the story was factually correct the intention of the publication was to trick the
One of my previous articles described how online technology publications are subverting reality by not correctly echoing the sentiments of the consuming public Part of the cause of this is that usually in a bid to counter the majority of lacklustre stories floating around they subvert reality to make it more interesting How many non-geeks really care about the advantages of modelling parallelism on serial programs with the Intelreg Advisor XE Itrsquos certainly not a typically newsworthy story
As a result an annoying phenomenon has slowly been building momentum This is now quite evident all over the internet and is destroying good journalism The phenomenon is called Link-baiting Our trustworthy source of internet knowledge describes Link-bait(ing) as anything ldquointeresting enough to catch peoplersquos attentionrdquo (httpenwikipediaorgwikiLink_bait)
Link-baiting is synonymous with the sensational cover stories used on the front of magazines to entice people walking past to pick up the magazines and delve into them As with most things from the print
No news is good news
lsquoQuite evident all over the internet and is destroying good
journalismrsquo
By Simon Owusu
technology
TechBit Sio-Bytes
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provider in America to the tune of US$ 400 million The initial story broke on the PRWEB website and the majority of online publications regurgitated the story with no additional insights such as the implications of such a deal which real journalism would call for None of them bothered to check the sources or the credibility of the story Millions of revenue-generating clicks later the more seasoned online publications such as CNN AllThings D and CNET broke the bigger story that the press release was fake and that both Google and ICOA Wireless had denied the story In a rush to break the story the first rule of journalism was contravened lsquoAlways check your sourcesrsquo
Given the transient nature of any false news stories posted on the internet these days the story quickly disappeared from most of the offending publications and today you will be hard pressed to find any mention of this slip-up The Sentinel we like to think always brings you the truth albeit typed on an iPad Mini so donrsquot count on us to follow such faulty phenomena and trends
online user into clicking on it due to the coincidental name-sharing of the Abbots Langley Cameron Diaz with the famous American actress Every link clicked demonstrates the potential for advertisers to reach larger audiences and generate revenue for the online publications
From the same school as link-baiting comes the phenomenon of lsquofirst past the postrsquo journalism within the advertising-driven online publication world In this type of journalism emphasis is placed on being first to publish or break a news story Online publications that are first to break a news story attract a high amount of traffic (which translates into large revenues generated by advertising) since they are the only source of that particular information for a short space of time Online users have no choice but to visit that particular site if they wish to read the scoop The downside of this is that in a bid to be first to reap the advertising revenues frequently news stories are not properly checked for credibility On Monday 26 November 2012 nearly every online technology publication published the story of Google purchasing ICOA Wireless a Wi-Fi hot-spot
lsquoFrequently news stories are not properly checked for credibilityrsquo
lsquolsquoAlways check your sourcesrsquorsquo
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these people in business suits are rushing to check in their business cases Irsquom manoeuvring my 19-metre ski bag between them Strange looks and questions donrsquot surprise me anymore The looks whispers and questions Irsquove had while on trains from one place to the next or on the tram after going to the beach on my way to the indoor slope this summer On the one hand they made me feel like I was some strange creature from another planet but on the other they got me extra stoked up about what Irsquom doing
As I write this itrsquos a week after I checked in my bags and Irsquom sitting in my favourite coffee shop Cuppa Joersquos in Breckenridge Colorado Over the past five days Irsquove been getting up every morning at around 630 am and getting out at around 800am Anyone who knows me will probably raise an eyebrow at this When Irsquom working at home on my photos and stories for the White Freeski Magazine where Irsquom editor-in-chief or on freelance assignments my daily rhythm is completely the opposite But I guess thatrsquos the nice thing about jetlag
Itrsquos hard to describe the feeling of finally getting back
You know that feeling of bubbly excitement you get when you are getting ready to go and do something yoursquove been anticipating for a long long time It might be finally nailing that presentation to finish up university cooking a great dinner for friends or excitement about meeting up with someone
Getting my bags out from the basement after they had been collecting dust for the past eight months prompted those feelings to rush through my veins once again Even though I donrsquot mind being home going to the beach and rehabbing my knee and visiting friends in different countries over the summer all this has taken place in the city and Irsquove been missing the mountains terribly As Irsquom getting my bags out it makes me realise that it really is almost time for me to click into my skis again and breathe in the fresh mountain air
After packing it was finally time to get on my flight to Denver Colorado on Monday morning While all
white outBubbles of Excitement
By Ananda van Welij
Just another girl from a country without mountains addicted to snow
lsquoGo and do something yoursquove been anticipating for a long long timersquo
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have ahead of me this winter Looking forward again instead of being bummed I try to focus on the bright side like I did while I was stuck at home rehabbing and walking on crutches Trying to be inspired by what I see around me and what others do and have instead of being frustrated by it
It makes me wonder about just working and meeting up with friends at home I know I have a privileged life as Irsquom sitting here but isnrsquot this something we all experience in our daily lives It can be hard to sit down let go of the frustration sadness and problems and look forward Itrsquos not always possible to do it overnight but I think that just trying makes you feel better and in the end it allows you to bubble with excitement again no matter if itrsquos for a day of skiing or for finishing that project
My new mission for this season is to stay positive and draw inspiration from the people and things around me Irsquoll let you know how Irsquom doing in three weeksrsquo time
onto my skis after being out for eight months due to a torn MCL Cruising down the hill feeling and hearing the snow crunch under my feet It might sound strange to you but to me itrsquos a special sort of magic I guess it has something to do with the dopamine your body makes while having a great rush of excitement Although Irsquom pretty tired right now and taking a day off from skiing just walking outside and knowing that I can go up the hill any moment I like makes me feel better
Being so excited to be back on the snow after an injury also has a downside It comes in the form of having to hold myself back Since my injury I havenrsquot been jumping or doing any crazy tricks Itrsquos hard seeing all my friends jump and having fun in the park knowing I really shouldnrsquot do any of that stuff yet My mind is screaming ldquoYou can do that toordquo But Irsquom scared of a repeat injury brought on by pushing myself too hard too fast I have to force myself to sit down talk to my friends and listen to their stories of having fun while being genuinely happy for them To enjoy the sun instead of freaking myself out eat some good food have a good laugh and think of all the fun trips I
lsquoExtra stoked up about what Irsquom doingrsquo
lsquoTo me itrsquos a special sort of magicrsquo
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We have reached the point of the season when the outstanding manager of the first half has his team profiled and receives a pat on the back An overall lead at Xmas more often than not means that the team has peaked during the first half of the season before going on to show signs of weakness This season unusually we have a manager who has led strongly from the very early weeks but who still has a full supply of substitutes in reserve This bodes ill for the other managers as even though he has been professionally hunted down to the point that his lead is now meagre (or even gone by the time this is published) Steven Fockema still holds all the aces given that his reserves remain intact while the chasersrsquo have been used up to varying degrees
Daft3Punks
GK Tim Krul (newcastle United) 25m ndash Out injured from the beginning of September until the end of November No proper form assessment possible so far this season and his team are in apparent gradual creep towards the relegation zone Rating 825
deF Jose enrique (Liverpool) 35m ndash At a work-in-progress team Now playing regularly as a midfielder and showing positive form Rating 85
deF daniel Agger (Liverpool) 4m ndash Still more bluster and posing than glory Rating 825
deF Winston Reid (West Ham) 1m ndash Doing New Zealand proud in the Premier League at his price West Ham may not secure a greater number of clean sheets in the second half of the season however Rating 80
deF Jan Vertonghen (Tottenham Hotspur) 45m ndash Handsome driving Belgian vanilla One of the stars of the season thus far Rating 90
mId Gareth Bale (Tottenham Hotspur) 55m ndash The most impressive individual player in the current Premier League Rating 915
mId michu (Swansea city) 2m ndash Incredible value at his price A natural goal-scorer extraordinaire who also gets around and shows versatility Rating 90
mId Yaya Toure (manchester city) 45m ndash Nowhere close to his form of the previous season even if that can change in the second half of this one Rating 850
FWd Fabio Borini (Liverpool) 3m ndash Tipped here to eventually do well but long-term injury befell him just at the time he was settling into his new team and system Rating 80
FWd olivier Giroud (Arsenal) 45m ndash Has been nudging levels above average of late Rating 850
FWd Papiss cisse (newcastle United) 5m ndash Another player showing an astonishing fall from the excellence of the final third of the previous season Newcastle United appear to need re-styling quickly Rating 825
overall rating 9340 (max 100)
The New Year will only bring fireworks given the keen match-up between FFG-CL managers
By Denson Pierre
The Gold Room
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CZECH REPUBLIC - STUNNINGLY DIFFERENT
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lsquoA casino which is often the only purpose for visiting Macau especially for people from mainland China and
Hong Kongrsquo
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travel
Macau
Having landed in Honk Kong I took a ferry to Macau which is not as large as its nickname the lsquoAsian Las Vegasrsquo suggests It took me just a day to complete my sightseeing and another to buy souvenirs The only place I omitted from my explorations was a casino which is often the only purpose for visiting Macau especially for people from mainland China and Hong Kong Temples natas (exquisite tarts) Portuguese architecture from the 19th century alongside huge skyscrapers this is the Macau I will remember It is very clean and most museums and temples do not charge for admission I enjoyed the Mandarinrsquos House most of all ndash a great example of home and everyday life habits Jesuit temples are gorgeous as well as the fortress with its lighthouse and of course Macaursquos most famous landmark the ruins of St Paulrsquos cathedral
Macau is a former Portuguese colony and if this one is anything to go by this is something the Portuguese were great at The old city centre has the atmosphere of a small tranquil town ndash very safe and friendly ndash which is exactly what it is both Macau and Hong Kong are probably the two safest places in the world The only thing that was a constant worry was the fact that Macau (and Hong Kong) has no open spaces at all The roads just keep going up and down up and downhellip
Good cardio exercise though I went through it for two days in Macau and then continued my hiking in Hong Kong
Hong Kong
Signs of British colonialism in Hong Kong are noticeable by their absence It was all destroyed in order to make use of every square metre An absence of land has made Hong Kong a temple to skyscrapers and the Chinese appear to have mastered this art perfectly
The first place to see is surely The Peak however Even if you are hysterically afraid of heights you simply must go there This is one view you will never forget Visit it at least twice ndash in the afternoon and in the evening ndash and you will see two different cities below Then take a walk through the central area The way the buildings almost literally scrape the sky excites me every time I look up ndash itlsquos amazing By the way despite being such a technological nation the local Chinese care about the environment in all aspects of their lives They are fond of trees even in a small city-centre park so they can take a little rest on their way to work and they really seem to care about nature There are huge penalties for littering smoking in prohibited areas and great attention to recycling Hong Kong is a city that cares ndash thatrsquos my first impression
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lsquoAn absence of land has made Hong Kong a temple to skyscrapersrsquo
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Another thought I had about all of this progress around me is that being such a progressive society the local Chinese never stopped to become fundamentally religious There are many temples and statues so many religions live together in this peaceful place That was a completely new lifestyle experience for me skyscrapers happily standing alongside all sorts of religious buildings Maybe thatrsquos what freedom of faith is all about
If you manage to get there try to visit all the places described in the tourist guidebooks They are really worth seeing Hong Kong residents spend their weekends visiting these places themselves Ocean Park Big Buddha Mid-levels the Avenue of Stars Hong Kong Park the Botanical and Zoological Gardenshellip I enjoyed all of them greatly
However what struck me the most was the people Forever smiling kind and always helpful Talking to them was a pleasure And some of them cook such delicious dishes that I was ready to eat the plate By the way do not forget that Hong Kong is the capital of international cuisine ndash so try everything Except for Borsch (some restaurants offer it) with which I still believe it is better to get acquainted in Russia or Ukraine All sorts of noodles rice and dumplings are
available here I tried Vietnamese Indian and Hong Kong cuisine and I cannot say which I like morehellip So Hong Kong is a wonderful opportunity to try everything
One last bit of advice if you can afford it take a hotel room with harbour view which will pay you back with interest My harbour-view hotel room suited me perfectly When I was tired of walking I went to my room had a glass of wine watched the lights shimmering on the other side of harbour and was completely happy
I am just reaching the end of my holiday taking a rest in my room and feeling really jealous of anyone about to visit Hong Kong for the first time You are going to enjoy so many exciting emotionshellip
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lsquoHong Kong is the capital of international cuisine ndash so try everythingrsquo
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Silent nights
Winter nights are well suited to staying indoors in the warmth especially after dark Not everyone is a lowland bear however and most of us need thoughtful stimulation to keep smiling through cold nights spent away from living quarters Luckily for Amsterdammers who pay attention from time to time extremely interesting and creative happenings are staged at a price anyone can afford The idea is simple tour the lights of lsquoNew Cityrsquo Amsterdam at night spending a couple of hours on a sturdy comfortable and warm (enclosed) historical craft The city falls silent as soon as you leave the pier and the transformation is complete when the city becomes simply unrecognisable with its flat lines interrupted by a few high-rising buildings shimmering back at you Some things in Amsterdam remain refreshingly surprising even to its well-cured darlings Not much beats having couple glasses of wine while splashing across the IJsselmeer and struggling to figure out which section of the city you are gazing upon through the silence of an icy night
Watch out for repeats wwwlichtophetijnl
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The Sentinel took up the enthusiastic invitation from the people of the annually occurring Dutch-Lithuanian art event on December 1 The Dutch aspect of the event day and night together with the displayed art was not particularly significant in this case however given that it was one of the more complete cultural cuisine musical and heartily drinking events that the recent European Union arrivalrsquos creative set could conjure with the help of their foreign desk and local culture funds A well produced and expansive programme could be sampled and lightning insight garnered into the culture and artistic impressions of a pearl of Baltic civilisation Vilnius met Amsterdam It just may be time for this e-zine to delve even deeper into Lithuania
See wwwltartnl
Iron Wolves
By Denson Pierre
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MechelenAuthentic and full of surprises Thatrsquos Mechelen Hospitable and honourable Thatrsquos the people of Mechelen Come and experience the cityrsquos urban charms for yourself Mechelen
Authentic and full of surprises Thatrsquos Mechelen Hospitable and honourable Thatrsquos the people of Mechelen Come and experience the cityrsquos urban charms for yourself
photography copy Layla Aerts
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CafeacuteBar Review Batavia 1920
lsquoClassic bar art embraces you as you enterrsquo
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Batavia 1920Prins Hendrikkade 85 1012 AE Amsterdam
It is always handy to know of a wholesome cafeacutebar that ticks all the boxes even if it happens to be located at the busiest point of the old city (obliquely opposite Central Station) Over the course of the different seasons I managed to assess this fine establishment which serves as another reminder of what good honest bars are all about There is still quality available in Amsterdam
AmbianceThoughtful solid furniture easy lighting and classic bar art embraces you as you enter With a chess club professional dart board regular parties and borrels the vibe ranges daily from mellow to vibrant Rating 5
StaffregularsOn my most recent visit I had the pleasure of Elizabeth and Jamie leading the service but staff members are always experienced service is quick and drinks are de-livered with fresh smiles whoever happens to be work-ing The regulars are plentiful and the bar emanates the energy of a good professional lsquoIrishrsquo bar attracting an eclectic international mix to this super-central location It is a perfect meeting point for friends from any cardi-nal direction with the national transportation hub being literally just across the road Rating 5
Televised sportAmple flat screens and channels Rating 4
PricesIn general the prices are standard Central Amsterdam levels which is sadly typical of grand cafeacutes in this post-code area What works in Bataviarsquos favour is that it has an above-average selection of lsquoBelgian beautiesrsquo (beer) on offer Given the advised dosage having two or three should not leave you broke or broken The kitchen also has quite a strong reputation for above-average pub fare The Sunday roast dinner is especially popular and keeps folk who like that sort of thing coming back as often as they can afford it Rating 3
MusicGenuinely diverse popular and world music from a crisp-sounding digital sound system and staff members seem to have cool taste in music Rating 5
Smoking area provisionThere is a large smoking room on the lower level Sim-ple and ingenious air-conditioning allows you to spend your full upstairs session there without the sense of be-ing fumigated If you were not told about the smoking area below you would not know there was one Rating 5
Total rating 2730(Ratings from 1-5 where 1 = Very poor and 5 = Excel-lent)
By Denson Pierre
lsquoA perfect meeting point for friends from any cardinal directionrsquo
cafebar review6
1
lsquoIt has an above-average selection of lsquoBelgian beautiesrsquorsquo
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lsquoStaff members seem to have cool taste in musicrsquo
cafebar review63
For complete and world class tours of Prague
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Day segments and ratesPR 0800-1230hrs AG 1330-1630hrs UE 1730-2130hrsAll sessions are priced at u 25 per single adult Group size upper limit = 8 Accompanied children under the age of five are gratis and school aged children pay 25 Family package rates are negotiable
ContactJaroslav Cernosek+420 602 228 797Mail jcernosekcentrumcz
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JC Tours
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star beer guide
The SentinelStar beer guide
lsquoFind the better bars serving it at the right price in the New Yearrsquo
Clever marketing and an effective pricing campaign has led to this A-class standard-bearing blonde becoming one of the most easily found lsquorealrsquo beers in Amsterdam cafeacutes and bars With its distinctive charisma and fresh fruity taste it sits just on the edge in terms of strength and only the brave and seasoned can be found using it as a session beer Prices across Amsterdam for the same Trappist-glass measure can range dramatically from euro 250 to euro 425 per glass so there is fun to be had trying to find the better bars serving it at the right price in the New Year Your search will be rewarded by this cool classic
Grimbergen Blonde is brewed by Alken-Maes Alken Belgium
By Denson Pierre
GRIMBERGEN BLONDE (67 ABV)
67star beer guide
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BRING BACK
A substantial amount of the culture on mainland Europe revolves around platinum-standard beer of various descriptions and fl avours being easily available Amsterdam is not lacking in cafeacutes bars off licences supermarkets and online outlets stocking truly great beers available either immediately or within 24 hours With the growing popularity of high-yeast and high alcohol by volume brands how these drinks are served is a cause for concern however
Led by the Belgians and French the art of designing a glass that refl ects the individual quality of the liquid experience within is among these productsrsquo most out-standing features after their fl avour and power to in-toxicate Any beer of decent repute has its own glass in which it is intended to be served This always takes the form and size of a sensible measure to ensure a taste experience at the correct temperature and allow people to enjoy the evoked sensations before fi nding them-selves suddenly and blindingly drunk What we now often fi nd in tourist-pressed Amsterdam are these lsquoreal beersrsquo being off ered and served to ignorant punters in pint (or half-litre) measures leading to people becom-ing drunk at speed and destroying the overall aesthetic of lsquobeering itrsquo with style
The Sentinel says bring back the serving of high-alco-hol-content drinks in appropriate measures and if pos-sible in the glasses especially designed for the purpose This would be desirable for all manner of reasons not least health and safety Barkeepers can be educators too and it shouldnrsquot be too diffi cult to persuade tourists (usually German British and Irish) who represent the majority of volume drinkers in the cityrsquos more desirable watering holes It is foolish greedy and uncouth to con-sume high-alcohol beverages in such volumes and not expect to end up senselessly drunk and ultimately spoil the whole experience Volume drinkers should simply be directed to the lsquopiss waterrsquo beers of which there are many to satiate their needs and leave the quality beer tours for when they have educated themselves in the culture and manner of consumption that ensures maxi-mum pleasure and above all style
By Denson Pierre
STYLED BEER GLASSES
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We find the best most fun most typical exciting or local favourite restaurants etcetera in Amsterdam and bring them to you an easy way to feel like a local
Het Compagnie Theater Amsterdam 12122012
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EUROGIFTSXenonweg 9 3812 SZ Amersfoort
Tel 033 - 454 35 75 - Fax 033 - 454 35 79E-mail lmproefeurogiftsnl
Website wwweurogiftsnl
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ORDERNUMMER 6021022ARTIKELNUMMER 65123
Ware grootte (indien uitgeprint)Kleur opdruk Wit
Mulligans Irish Music BarAmsterdamrsquos best address for live Irish music Five (5) nights a week Check our agenda for upcoming sessions
Cafeacute KostverlorenCafeacute Kostverloren is a contemporary cafe offering the cosiness of a saloon an open kitchen and the intimacy of a living room During summer there is a large sunny terrace and during winter an open fi replace
VibesVibes is a relaxing cafecocktail bar art gallery with a large selection of coffees herbal teas homemade cakes and an amazing card of cocktails made with fresh fruit by a professional cocktail bartenderEnjoy our Italian kitchen in a cosy and friendly atmosphere
IncantoIncanto is a restaurant with a classic Italian kitchen Venetian chef Simone Ambrosin is known for his pure and simple style of cooking with feeling for nuance The wine list contains over 150 Italian wines
Planet RosePlanet Rose is the fi rst Caribbean restaurant in the Netherlands which specializes in Jamaican cuisine The menu features a daily changing selection of JamaicanCaribbean dishes and they ensure that you enjoy the whole expe-rience while dining with them
Cafe TisfrisCafe Tisfris is recognisable for its landmarks funky pillars and terrace Tisfris offers a friendly service and is a great pit stop for ldquoyummyrdquo refreshments
Cafe restaurant EdelCafe restaurant Edel is the perfect place for lunch dinner or to simply enjoy a drink Edel is a unique place in Amsterdam
Cafeacute OportoCafeacute Oporto is a traditional Amsterdam lsquobrown cafersquo Welcoming tourists and regular customers alike they offer televised sports wireless internet connection and a wide range of reasonably priced beers and spirits
Connoisseurs Delight Fun Drinking amp MusicTo Be Seen and Tasted
To Be Seen and Tasted
Fun Drinking amp Music
Connoisseurs Delight
Connoisseurs Delight
To Be Seen and Tasted
Neighbourhood cosy
Opera Prima - Patisserie Bistro TraiteurThe best place in town for lunch exquisite high teas or brunches and all of your luxury catering both private and corporate
Kinkerstraat 228 Amsterdamwwwoperaprimanl
St Antoniebreestraat 142 Amsterdamwwwtisfrisnl
Postjesweg 1 1057 DT Amsterdamwwwedelamsterdamnl
Zoutsteeg 1 1012 LX Amsterdamwwwcafeoportonethome
Amstel 100 1017 AC Amsterdamwwwmulligansnl
2e Kostverlorenkade 70 Amsterdamwwwcafekostverlorennl
Jan Pieter Heijestraat 137 Amsterdamwwwwixcomvibes137vibes
Amstel 2 Amsterdamwwwrestaurant-incantonl
Nicolaas Beetsstraat 47 Amsterdamwwwplanetroseinfo
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Where is this inAmsterdam
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Room 2cfilm
This is the one that will make you pause James Stewart one of my top ten actors of all time plays a businessman fighting to keep his life and family together while everything is crashing down around him In steps an lsquoangelrsquo to try and convince him that life is not as bad as it seems and that other people would be a lot worse off without him Probably the highest rated film Irsquove ever reviewed and one of the most Christmas-delicious I know
Could you walk 2400 kilometres while being pursued with little more than a longing to return to your homeland and mother to keep you and your dependant companions going Would you do this twice This utterly moving film highlights the true-life Australian apartheid practices of the twentieth century and the trauma it caused to native Australians The barren landscapes provide the perfect backdrop for compelling cinema-tography and its dryness will be irrigated by your tears
By David King
By dpmotions
Itrsquos a Wonderful Life (1946)
Rabbit-Proof Fence (2002)
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74trends
lsquoFacebook in particular is responsible for exacerbating unspoken competitivenessrsquo
By Dirkje Bakker-Pierre
Trends in the food industry are moving faster than lightning and are harder and harder to keep up with When you are all geared up to create your own artsy cupcakes all of a sudden cupcakes are out and macaroons are the flavour of the day
Sweat dripping and cheeks burning with stress levels going through the roof women all around the country have been toiling night and day to create just the right pimped-up cakes (completely covered in layers of pink and red marzipan tiny silver sugar balls and rose petals made from feather-light sugar) which look like they come from one of the newly popped-up cupcake shops Facebook in particular is responsible for exacerbating unspoken competitiveness due to images being posted of better looking and prettier cakes just after you posted your own in comparison pretty sad creations forcing you back into the kitchen to try again
One day itrsquos cutting out names from layers of chocolate the next itrsquos squirting curls and swirls of rainbow colours or grating organic carrots for the rather awkward lsquohealthyrsquo version the carrot cupcake
Shops have adjusted their aisles to make way for endless shelves of specialised products in all ranges of sweetness and multicoloured cuteness shapes tools mixtures and machines It is a whole world of custom products which just keeps growing and changing and you need to keep up with it all or risk being hopelessly left behind There are pink-coloured cook books workshops websites self-help groups and neglected overweight children crying for something non-sweet for once
But then after all your attempts and when you finally think you have achieved perfection before you know it you make a complete fool of yourself by serving the wrong type of sweet and colourful titbits because a new trend has already arrived That really makes you feel like a macaroon
All Caked Out
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Winter solstice is an exciting time of year when we all start dreaming of more sun more light and more inspiration Continuing the gemstone theme I would like to draw your attention to the very lovely and sparkling sunstone also known as heliolite It is the official gemstone of the US state of Oregon which is a prime source for this beautiful gem The name heliolite is derived from the Greek lsquoheliosrsquo and lsquolithosrsquo which mean lsquosunrsquo and lsquostonersquo It was first discovered in Viking burial mounds but despite its long history is not found in abundance
Sunstone is metallic in appearance and comes in red orange or green colours However cleaner red sunstone is very rare and commands proper gemstone prices The stone is a composite of oligoclase feldspar which also contains hematite or goethite The presence of hematite or goethite gives the stone its ability to reflect light hence the name sunstone Sunstone is said to be an inspiration stone able to bestow freedom independence and happiness It also said to reduce fear alleviate stress and bring good luck in any game of chance This sparkly stone has a further use in healing and is believed to endow its wearers with enhanced self-healing powers Other properties
Shine
By Evelina Kvartunaite
ndash
lsquoDreaming of more sun more light and more inspirationrsquo
ndash
include stimulating the vegetative autonomic nervous system and enhancing the harmonious functioning of all the bodyrsquos organs It is also quite helpful in cases of exhaustion due to lack of sleep
The gemstone is used to treat chronic sore throats and relieves pain caused by stomach ulcers It has proved successful in alleviating Seasonal Affective Disorder (or SAD) and is also known for relieving cartilage problems rheumatism and general aches and pains Sunstone helps in dealing with depression and frees its wearers from feelings of discrimination and failure as well as from perceptions of an lsquoevil worldrsquo Sunstone increases a personrsquos sense of self-esteem and self-worth
Sunstone is particularly beneficial when used in sunshine or sunlight It brings abundance to a personrsquos life and transforms negative energy into positive energy
If you have any other helpful tips you would like to share please let me know at evelinakvartunaiteconsultancymarketmediacom
76health amp well-being
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lsquoBestow freedom independence and happinessrsquo
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lsquoIt has proved successful in alleviating Seasonal Affective
Disorderrsquo
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world this lsquotrickeryrsquo has moved online With todayrsquos short attention spans the potential to draw users to a website and retain them is a crucial skill which is rewarded by the revenue that can be generated based on how long a user stays on a website Link-baiting should have been foreseen since it is inevitable
Every click on a website is a revenue-generating moment in terms of advertising The amount of adverts to which you can expose an online user as they click to and through your website is the currency used to determine whether an advertising agency spends its budget on one publication over another Real journalism and insightful opinions once drove online traffic for web publications but link-baiting is now seriously derailing this approach
Most of the time the story behind the sensational link does not live up to expectations A typical example of this can be found in the online edition of the Watford Observer on Tuesday 31 July 2012 The link-bait read ldquoCameron Diaz vows to kick drug habit with help of stepdadrdquo However following the link or falling for the bait led to the underwhelming story ldquoDrug user Cameron Diaz of Broomfield Rise Abbots Langley has sworn to clean up his act with the help of his stepfatherrdquo Although the story was factually correct the intention of the publication was to trick the
One of my previous articles described how online technology publications are subverting reality by not correctly echoing the sentiments of the consuming public Part of the cause of this is that usually in a bid to counter the majority of lacklustre stories floating around they subvert reality to make it more interesting How many non-geeks really care about the advantages of modelling parallelism on serial programs with the Intelreg Advisor XE Itrsquos certainly not a typically newsworthy story
As a result an annoying phenomenon has slowly been building momentum This is now quite evident all over the internet and is destroying good journalism The phenomenon is called Link-baiting Our trustworthy source of internet knowledge describes Link-bait(ing) as anything ldquointeresting enough to catch peoplersquos attentionrdquo (httpenwikipediaorgwikiLink_bait)
Link-baiting is synonymous with the sensational cover stories used on the front of magazines to entice people walking past to pick up the magazines and delve into them As with most things from the print
No news is good news
lsquoQuite evident all over the internet and is destroying good
journalismrsquo
By Simon Owusu
technology
TechBit Sio-Bytes
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provider in America to the tune of US$ 400 million The initial story broke on the PRWEB website and the majority of online publications regurgitated the story with no additional insights such as the implications of such a deal which real journalism would call for None of them bothered to check the sources or the credibility of the story Millions of revenue-generating clicks later the more seasoned online publications such as CNN AllThings D and CNET broke the bigger story that the press release was fake and that both Google and ICOA Wireless had denied the story In a rush to break the story the first rule of journalism was contravened lsquoAlways check your sourcesrsquo
Given the transient nature of any false news stories posted on the internet these days the story quickly disappeared from most of the offending publications and today you will be hard pressed to find any mention of this slip-up The Sentinel we like to think always brings you the truth albeit typed on an iPad Mini so donrsquot count on us to follow such faulty phenomena and trends
online user into clicking on it due to the coincidental name-sharing of the Abbots Langley Cameron Diaz with the famous American actress Every link clicked demonstrates the potential for advertisers to reach larger audiences and generate revenue for the online publications
From the same school as link-baiting comes the phenomenon of lsquofirst past the postrsquo journalism within the advertising-driven online publication world In this type of journalism emphasis is placed on being first to publish or break a news story Online publications that are first to break a news story attract a high amount of traffic (which translates into large revenues generated by advertising) since they are the only source of that particular information for a short space of time Online users have no choice but to visit that particular site if they wish to read the scoop The downside of this is that in a bid to be first to reap the advertising revenues frequently news stories are not properly checked for credibility On Monday 26 November 2012 nearly every online technology publication published the story of Google purchasing ICOA Wireless a Wi-Fi hot-spot
lsquoFrequently news stories are not properly checked for credibilityrsquo
lsquolsquoAlways check your sourcesrsquorsquo
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these people in business suits are rushing to check in their business cases Irsquom manoeuvring my 19-metre ski bag between them Strange looks and questions donrsquot surprise me anymore The looks whispers and questions Irsquove had while on trains from one place to the next or on the tram after going to the beach on my way to the indoor slope this summer On the one hand they made me feel like I was some strange creature from another planet but on the other they got me extra stoked up about what Irsquom doing
As I write this itrsquos a week after I checked in my bags and Irsquom sitting in my favourite coffee shop Cuppa Joersquos in Breckenridge Colorado Over the past five days Irsquove been getting up every morning at around 630 am and getting out at around 800am Anyone who knows me will probably raise an eyebrow at this When Irsquom working at home on my photos and stories for the White Freeski Magazine where Irsquom editor-in-chief or on freelance assignments my daily rhythm is completely the opposite But I guess thatrsquos the nice thing about jetlag
Itrsquos hard to describe the feeling of finally getting back
You know that feeling of bubbly excitement you get when you are getting ready to go and do something yoursquove been anticipating for a long long time It might be finally nailing that presentation to finish up university cooking a great dinner for friends or excitement about meeting up with someone
Getting my bags out from the basement after they had been collecting dust for the past eight months prompted those feelings to rush through my veins once again Even though I donrsquot mind being home going to the beach and rehabbing my knee and visiting friends in different countries over the summer all this has taken place in the city and Irsquove been missing the mountains terribly As Irsquom getting my bags out it makes me realise that it really is almost time for me to click into my skis again and breathe in the fresh mountain air
After packing it was finally time to get on my flight to Denver Colorado on Monday morning While all
white outBubbles of Excitement
By Ananda van Welij
Just another girl from a country without mountains addicted to snow
lsquoGo and do something yoursquove been anticipating for a long long timersquo
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have ahead of me this winter Looking forward again instead of being bummed I try to focus on the bright side like I did while I was stuck at home rehabbing and walking on crutches Trying to be inspired by what I see around me and what others do and have instead of being frustrated by it
It makes me wonder about just working and meeting up with friends at home I know I have a privileged life as Irsquom sitting here but isnrsquot this something we all experience in our daily lives It can be hard to sit down let go of the frustration sadness and problems and look forward Itrsquos not always possible to do it overnight but I think that just trying makes you feel better and in the end it allows you to bubble with excitement again no matter if itrsquos for a day of skiing or for finishing that project
My new mission for this season is to stay positive and draw inspiration from the people and things around me Irsquoll let you know how Irsquom doing in three weeksrsquo time
onto my skis after being out for eight months due to a torn MCL Cruising down the hill feeling and hearing the snow crunch under my feet It might sound strange to you but to me itrsquos a special sort of magic I guess it has something to do with the dopamine your body makes while having a great rush of excitement Although Irsquom pretty tired right now and taking a day off from skiing just walking outside and knowing that I can go up the hill any moment I like makes me feel better
Being so excited to be back on the snow after an injury also has a downside It comes in the form of having to hold myself back Since my injury I havenrsquot been jumping or doing any crazy tricks Itrsquos hard seeing all my friends jump and having fun in the park knowing I really shouldnrsquot do any of that stuff yet My mind is screaming ldquoYou can do that toordquo But Irsquom scared of a repeat injury brought on by pushing myself too hard too fast I have to force myself to sit down talk to my friends and listen to their stories of having fun while being genuinely happy for them To enjoy the sun instead of freaking myself out eat some good food have a good laugh and think of all the fun trips I
lsquoExtra stoked up about what Irsquom doingrsquo
lsquoTo me itrsquos a special sort of magicrsquo
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We have reached the point of the season when the outstanding manager of the first half has his team profiled and receives a pat on the back An overall lead at Xmas more often than not means that the team has peaked during the first half of the season before going on to show signs of weakness This season unusually we have a manager who has led strongly from the very early weeks but who still has a full supply of substitutes in reserve This bodes ill for the other managers as even though he has been professionally hunted down to the point that his lead is now meagre (or even gone by the time this is published) Steven Fockema still holds all the aces given that his reserves remain intact while the chasersrsquo have been used up to varying degrees
Daft3Punks
GK Tim Krul (newcastle United) 25m ndash Out injured from the beginning of September until the end of November No proper form assessment possible so far this season and his team are in apparent gradual creep towards the relegation zone Rating 825
deF Jose enrique (Liverpool) 35m ndash At a work-in-progress team Now playing regularly as a midfielder and showing positive form Rating 85
deF daniel Agger (Liverpool) 4m ndash Still more bluster and posing than glory Rating 825
deF Winston Reid (West Ham) 1m ndash Doing New Zealand proud in the Premier League at his price West Ham may not secure a greater number of clean sheets in the second half of the season however Rating 80
deF Jan Vertonghen (Tottenham Hotspur) 45m ndash Handsome driving Belgian vanilla One of the stars of the season thus far Rating 90
mId Gareth Bale (Tottenham Hotspur) 55m ndash The most impressive individual player in the current Premier League Rating 915
mId michu (Swansea city) 2m ndash Incredible value at his price A natural goal-scorer extraordinaire who also gets around and shows versatility Rating 90
mId Yaya Toure (manchester city) 45m ndash Nowhere close to his form of the previous season even if that can change in the second half of this one Rating 850
FWd Fabio Borini (Liverpool) 3m ndash Tipped here to eventually do well but long-term injury befell him just at the time he was settling into his new team and system Rating 80
FWd olivier Giroud (Arsenal) 45m ndash Has been nudging levels above average of late Rating 850
FWd Papiss cisse (newcastle United) 5m ndash Another player showing an astonishing fall from the excellence of the final third of the previous season Newcastle United appear to need re-styling quickly Rating 825
overall rating 9340 (max 100)
The New Year will only bring fireworks given the keen match-up between FFG-CL managers
By Denson Pierre
The Gold Room
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CZECH REPUBLIC - STUNNINGLY DIFFERENT
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lsquoAn absence of land has made Hong Kong a temple to skyscrapersrsquo
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travel
Another thought I had about all of this progress around me is that being such a progressive society the local Chinese never stopped to become fundamentally religious There are many temples and statues so many religions live together in this peaceful place That was a completely new lifestyle experience for me skyscrapers happily standing alongside all sorts of religious buildings Maybe thatrsquos what freedom of faith is all about
If you manage to get there try to visit all the places described in the tourist guidebooks They are really worth seeing Hong Kong residents spend their weekends visiting these places themselves Ocean Park Big Buddha Mid-levels the Avenue of Stars Hong Kong Park the Botanical and Zoological Gardenshellip I enjoyed all of them greatly
However what struck me the most was the people Forever smiling kind and always helpful Talking to them was a pleasure And some of them cook such delicious dishes that I was ready to eat the plate By the way do not forget that Hong Kong is the capital of international cuisine ndash so try everything Except for Borsch (some restaurants offer it) with which I still believe it is better to get acquainted in Russia or Ukraine All sorts of noodles rice and dumplings are
available here I tried Vietnamese Indian and Hong Kong cuisine and I cannot say which I like morehellip So Hong Kong is a wonderful opportunity to try everything
One last bit of advice if you can afford it take a hotel room with harbour view which will pay you back with interest My harbour-view hotel room suited me perfectly When I was tired of walking I went to my room had a glass of wine watched the lights shimmering on the other side of harbour and was completely happy
I am just reaching the end of my holiday taking a rest in my room and feeling really jealous of anyone about to visit Hong Kong for the first time You are going to enjoy so many exciting emotionshellip
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lsquoThe local Chinese care about the environment in all aspects of their livesrsquo
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travel31
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lsquoHong Kong is a city that caresrsquo
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lsquoHong Kong is the capital of international cuisine ndash so try everythingrsquo
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Silent nights
Winter nights are well suited to staying indoors in the warmth especially after dark Not everyone is a lowland bear however and most of us need thoughtful stimulation to keep smiling through cold nights spent away from living quarters Luckily for Amsterdammers who pay attention from time to time extremely interesting and creative happenings are staged at a price anyone can afford The idea is simple tour the lights of lsquoNew Cityrsquo Amsterdam at night spending a couple of hours on a sturdy comfortable and warm (enclosed) historical craft The city falls silent as soon as you leave the pier and the transformation is complete when the city becomes simply unrecognisable with its flat lines interrupted by a few high-rising buildings shimmering back at you Some things in Amsterdam remain refreshingly surprising even to its well-cured darlings Not much beats having couple glasses of wine while splashing across the IJsselmeer and struggling to figure out which section of the city you are gazing upon through the silence of an icy night
Watch out for repeats wwwlichtophetijnl
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By Denson Pierre
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The Sentinel took up the enthusiastic invitation from the people of the annually occurring Dutch-Lithuanian art event on December 1 The Dutch aspect of the event day and night together with the displayed art was not particularly significant in this case however given that it was one of the more complete cultural cuisine musical and heartily drinking events that the recent European Union arrivalrsquos creative set could conjure with the help of their foreign desk and local culture funds A well produced and expansive programme could be sampled and lightning insight garnered into the culture and artistic impressions of a pearl of Baltic civilisation Vilnius met Amsterdam It just may be time for this e-zine to delve even deeper into Lithuania
See wwwltartnl
Iron Wolves
By Denson Pierre
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MechelenAuthentic and full of surprises Thatrsquos Mechelen Hospitable and honourable Thatrsquos the people of Mechelen Come and experience the cityrsquos urban charms for yourself Mechelen
Authentic and full of surprises Thatrsquos Mechelen Hospitable and honourable Thatrsquos the people of Mechelen Come and experience the cityrsquos urban charms for yourself
photography copy Layla Aerts
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CafeacuteBar Review Batavia 1920
lsquoClassic bar art embraces you as you enterrsquo
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Batavia 1920Prins Hendrikkade 85 1012 AE Amsterdam
It is always handy to know of a wholesome cafeacutebar that ticks all the boxes even if it happens to be located at the busiest point of the old city (obliquely opposite Central Station) Over the course of the different seasons I managed to assess this fine establishment which serves as another reminder of what good honest bars are all about There is still quality available in Amsterdam
AmbianceThoughtful solid furniture easy lighting and classic bar art embraces you as you enter With a chess club professional dart board regular parties and borrels the vibe ranges daily from mellow to vibrant Rating 5
StaffregularsOn my most recent visit I had the pleasure of Elizabeth and Jamie leading the service but staff members are always experienced service is quick and drinks are de-livered with fresh smiles whoever happens to be work-ing The regulars are plentiful and the bar emanates the energy of a good professional lsquoIrishrsquo bar attracting an eclectic international mix to this super-central location It is a perfect meeting point for friends from any cardi-nal direction with the national transportation hub being literally just across the road Rating 5
Televised sportAmple flat screens and channels Rating 4
PricesIn general the prices are standard Central Amsterdam levels which is sadly typical of grand cafeacutes in this post-code area What works in Bataviarsquos favour is that it has an above-average selection of lsquoBelgian beautiesrsquo (beer) on offer Given the advised dosage having two or three should not leave you broke or broken The kitchen also has quite a strong reputation for above-average pub fare The Sunday roast dinner is especially popular and keeps folk who like that sort of thing coming back as often as they can afford it Rating 3
MusicGenuinely diverse popular and world music from a crisp-sounding digital sound system and staff members seem to have cool taste in music Rating 5
Smoking area provisionThere is a large smoking room on the lower level Sim-ple and ingenious air-conditioning allows you to spend your full upstairs session there without the sense of be-ing fumigated If you were not told about the smoking area below you would not know there was one Rating 5
Total rating 2730(Ratings from 1-5 where 1 = Very poor and 5 = Excel-lent)
By Denson Pierre
lsquoA perfect meeting point for friends from any cardinal directionrsquo
cafebar review6
1
lsquoIt has an above-average selection of lsquoBelgian beautiesrsquorsquo
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lsquoStaff members seem to have cool taste in musicrsquo
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ContactJaroslav Cernosek+420 602 228 797Mail jcernosekcentrumcz
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star beer guide
The SentinelStar beer guide
lsquoFind the better bars serving it at the right price in the New Yearrsquo
Clever marketing and an effective pricing campaign has led to this A-class standard-bearing blonde becoming one of the most easily found lsquorealrsquo beers in Amsterdam cafeacutes and bars With its distinctive charisma and fresh fruity taste it sits just on the edge in terms of strength and only the brave and seasoned can be found using it as a session beer Prices across Amsterdam for the same Trappist-glass measure can range dramatically from euro 250 to euro 425 per glass so there is fun to be had trying to find the better bars serving it at the right price in the New Year Your search will be rewarded by this cool classic
Grimbergen Blonde is brewed by Alken-Maes Alken Belgium
By Denson Pierre
GRIMBERGEN BLONDE (67 ABV)
67star beer guide
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BRING BACK
A substantial amount of the culture on mainland Europe revolves around platinum-standard beer of various descriptions and fl avours being easily available Amsterdam is not lacking in cafeacutes bars off licences supermarkets and online outlets stocking truly great beers available either immediately or within 24 hours With the growing popularity of high-yeast and high alcohol by volume brands how these drinks are served is a cause for concern however
Led by the Belgians and French the art of designing a glass that refl ects the individual quality of the liquid experience within is among these productsrsquo most out-standing features after their fl avour and power to in-toxicate Any beer of decent repute has its own glass in which it is intended to be served This always takes the form and size of a sensible measure to ensure a taste experience at the correct temperature and allow people to enjoy the evoked sensations before fi nding them-selves suddenly and blindingly drunk What we now often fi nd in tourist-pressed Amsterdam are these lsquoreal beersrsquo being off ered and served to ignorant punters in pint (or half-litre) measures leading to people becom-ing drunk at speed and destroying the overall aesthetic of lsquobeering itrsquo with style
The Sentinel says bring back the serving of high-alco-hol-content drinks in appropriate measures and if pos-sible in the glasses especially designed for the purpose This would be desirable for all manner of reasons not least health and safety Barkeepers can be educators too and it shouldnrsquot be too diffi cult to persuade tourists (usually German British and Irish) who represent the majority of volume drinkers in the cityrsquos more desirable watering holes It is foolish greedy and uncouth to con-sume high-alcohol beverages in such volumes and not expect to end up senselessly drunk and ultimately spoil the whole experience Volume drinkers should simply be directed to the lsquopiss waterrsquo beers of which there are many to satiate their needs and leave the quality beer tours for when they have educated themselves in the culture and manner of consumption that ensures maxi-mum pleasure and above all style
By Denson Pierre
STYLED BEER GLASSES
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We find the best most fun most typical exciting or local favourite restaurants etcetera in Amsterdam and bring them to you an easy way to feel like a local
Het Compagnie Theater Amsterdam 12122012
Recommended
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EUROGIFTSXenonweg 9 3812 SZ Amersfoort
Tel 033 - 454 35 75 - Fax 033 - 454 35 79E-mail lmproefeurogiftsnl
Website wwweurogiftsnl
FILMPROEF
ORDERNUMMER 6021022ARTIKELNUMMER 65123
Ware grootte (indien uitgeprint)Kleur opdruk Wit
Mulligans Irish Music BarAmsterdamrsquos best address for live Irish music Five (5) nights a week Check our agenda for upcoming sessions
Cafeacute KostverlorenCafeacute Kostverloren is a contemporary cafe offering the cosiness of a saloon an open kitchen and the intimacy of a living room During summer there is a large sunny terrace and during winter an open fi replace
VibesVibes is a relaxing cafecocktail bar art gallery with a large selection of coffees herbal teas homemade cakes and an amazing card of cocktails made with fresh fruit by a professional cocktail bartenderEnjoy our Italian kitchen in a cosy and friendly atmosphere
IncantoIncanto is a restaurant with a classic Italian kitchen Venetian chef Simone Ambrosin is known for his pure and simple style of cooking with feeling for nuance The wine list contains over 150 Italian wines
Planet RosePlanet Rose is the fi rst Caribbean restaurant in the Netherlands which specializes in Jamaican cuisine The menu features a daily changing selection of JamaicanCaribbean dishes and they ensure that you enjoy the whole expe-rience while dining with them
Cafe TisfrisCafe Tisfris is recognisable for its landmarks funky pillars and terrace Tisfris offers a friendly service and is a great pit stop for ldquoyummyrdquo refreshments
Cafe restaurant EdelCafe restaurant Edel is the perfect place for lunch dinner or to simply enjoy a drink Edel is a unique place in Amsterdam
Cafeacute OportoCafeacute Oporto is a traditional Amsterdam lsquobrown cafersquo Welcoming tourists and regular customers alike they offer televised sports wireless internet connection and a wide range of reasonably priced beers and spirits
Connoisseurs Delight Fun Drinking amp MusicTo Be Seen and Tasted
To Be Seen and Tasted
Fun Drinking amp Music
Connoisseurs Delight
Connoisseurs Delight
To Be Seen and Tasted
Neighbourhood cosy
Opera Prima - Patisserie Bistro TraiteurThe best place in town for lunch exquisite high teas or brunches and all of your luxury catering both private and corporate
Kinkerstraat 228 Amsterdamwwwoperaprimanl
St Antoniebreestraat 142 Amsterdamwwwtisfrisnl
Postjesweg 1 1057 DT Amsterdamwwwedelamsterdamnl
Zoutsteeg 1 1012 LX Amsterdamwwwcafeoportonethome
Amstel 100 1017 AC Amsterdamwwwmulligansnl
2e Kostverlorenkade 70 Amsterdamwwwcafekostverlorennl
Jan Pieter Heijestraat 137 Amsterdamwwwwixcomvibes137vibes
Amstel 2 Amsterdamwwwrestaurant-incantonl
Nicolaas Beetsstraat 47 Amsterdamwwwplanetroseinfo
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Where is this inAmsterdam
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Room 2cfilm
This is the one that will make you pause James Stewart one of my top ten actors of all time plays a businessman fighting to keep his life and family together while everything is crashing down around him In steps an lsquoangelrsquo to try and convince him that life is not as bad as it seems and that other people would be a lot worse off without him Probably the highest rated film Irsquove ever reviewed and one of the most Christmas-delicious I know
Could you walk 2400 kilometres while being pursued with little more than a longing to return to your homeland and mother to keep you and your dependant companions going Would you do this twice This utterly moving film highlights the true-life Australian apartheid practices of the twentieth century and the trauma it caused to native Australians The barren landscapes provide the perfect backdrop for compelling cinema-tography and its dryness will be irrigated by your tears
By David King
By dpmotions
Itrsquos a Wonderful Life (1946)
Rabbit-Proof Fence (2002)
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74trends
lsquoFacebook in particular is responsible for exacerbating unspoken competitivenessrsquo
By Dirkje Bakker-Pierre
Trends in the food industry are moving faster than lightning and are harder and harder to keep up with When you are all geared up to create your own artsy cupcakes all of a sudden cupcakes are out and macaroons are the flavour of the day
Sweat dripping and cheeks burning with stress levels going through the roof women all around the country have been toiling night and day to create just the right pimped-up cakes (completely covered in layers of pink and red marzipan tiny silver sugar balls and rose petals made from feather-light sugar) which look like they come from one of the newly popped-up cupcake shops Facebook in particular is responsible for exacerbating unspoken competitiveness due to images being posted of better looking and prettier cakes just after you posted your own in comparison pretty sad creations forcing you back into the kitchen to try again
One day itrsquos cutting out names from layers of chocolate the next itrsquos squirting curls and swirls of rainbow colours or grating organic carrots for the rather awkward lsquohealthyrsquo version the carrot cupcake
Shops have adjusted their aisles to make way for endless shelves of specialised products in all ranges of sweetness and multicoloured cuteness shapes tools mixtures and machines It is a whole world of custom products which just keeps growing and changing and you need to keep up with it all or risk being hopelessly left behind There are pink-coloured cook books workshops websites self-help groups and neglected overweight children crying for something non-sweet for once
But then after all your attempts and when you finally think you have achieved perfection before you know it you make a complete fool of yourself by serving the wrong type of sweet and colourful titbits because a new trend has already arrived That really makes you feel like a macaroon
All Caked Out
75trends
Winter solstice is an exciting time of year when we all start dreaming of more sun more light and more inspiration Continuing the gemstone theme I would like to draw your attention to the very lovely and sparkling sunstone also known as heliolite It is the official gemstone of the US state of Oregon which is a prime source for this beautiful gem The name heliolite is derived from the Greek lsquoheliosrsquo and lsquolithosrsquo which mean lsquosunrsquo and lsquostonersquo It was first discovered in Viking burial mounds but despite its long history is not found in abundance
Sunstone is metallic in appearance and comes in red orange or green colours However cleaner red sunstone is very rare and commands proper gemstone prices The stone is a composite of oligoclase feldspar which also contains hematite or goethite The presence of hematite or goethite gives the stone its ability to reflect light hence the name sunstone Sunstone is said to be an inspiration stone able to bestow freedom independence and happiness It also said to reduce fear alleviate stress and bring good luck in any game of chance This sparkly stone has a further use in healing and is believed to endow its wearers with enhanced self-healing powers Other properties
Shine
By Evelina Kvartunaite
ndash
lsquoDreaming of more sun more light and more inspirationrsquo
ndash
include stimulating the vegetative autonomic nervous system and enhancing the harmonious functioning of all the bodyrsquos organs It is also quite helpful in cases of exhaustion due to lack of sleep
The gemstone is used to treat chronic sore throats and relieves pain caused by stomach ulcers It has proved successful in alleviating Seasonal Affective Disorder (or SAD) and is also known for relieving cartilage problems rheumatism and general aches and pains Sunstone helps in dealing with depression and frees its wearers from feelings of discrimination and failure as well as from perceptions of an lsquoevil worldrsquo Sunstone increases a personrsquos sense of self-esteem and self-worth
Sunstone is particularly beneficial when used in sunshine or sunlight It brings abundance to a personrsquos life and transforms negative energy into positive energy
If you have any other helpful tips you would like to share please let me know at evelinakvartunaiteconsultancymarketmediacom
76health amp well-being
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lsquoBestow freedom independence and happinessrsquo
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lsquoIt has proved successful in alleviating Seasonal Affective
Disorderrsquo
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77health amp well-being
world this lsquotrickeryrsquo has moved online With todayrsquos short attention spans the potential to draw users to a website and retain them is a crucial skill which is rewarded by the revenue that can be generated based on how long a user stays on a website Link-baiting should have been foreseen since it is inevitable
Every click on a website is a revenue-generating moment in terms of advertising The amount of adverts to which you can expose an online user as they click to and through your website is the currency used to determine whether an advertising agency spends its budget on one publication over another Real journalism and insightful opinions once drove online traffic for web publications but link-baiting is now seriously derailing this approach
Most of the time the story behind the sensational link does not live up to expectations A typical example of this can be found in the online edition of the Watford Observer on Tuesday 31 July 2012 The link-bait read ldquoCameron Diaz vows to kick drug habit with help of stepdadrdquo However following the link or falling for the bait led to the underwhelming story ldquoDrug user Cameron Diaz of Broomfield Rise Abbots Langley has sworn to clean up his act with the help of his stepfatherrdquo Although the story was factually correct the intention of the publication was to trick the
One of my previous articles described how online technology publications are subverting reality by not correctly echoing the sentiments of the consuming public Part of the cause of this is that usually in a bid to counter the majority of lacklustre stories floating around they subvert reality to make it more interesting How many non-geeks really care about the advantages of modelling parallelism on serial programs with the Intelreg Advisor XE Itrsquos certainly not a typically newsworthy story
As a result an annoying phenomenon has slowly been building momentum This is now quite evident all over the internet and is destroying good journalism The phenomenon is called Link-baiting Our trustworthy source of internet knowledge describes Link-bait(ing) as anything ldquointeresting enough to catch peoplersquos attentionrdquo (httpenwikipediaorgwikiLink_bait)
Link-baiting is synonymous with the sensational cover stories used on the front of magazines to entice people walking past to pick up the magazines and delve into them As with most things from the print
No news is good news
lsquoQuite evident all over the internet and is destroying good
journalismrsquo
By Simon Owusu
technology
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provider in America to the tune of US$ 400 million The initial story broke on the PRWEB website and the majority of online publications regurgitated the story with no additional insights such as the implications of such a deal which real journalism would call for None of them bothered to check the sources or the credibility of the story Millions of revenue-generating clicks later the more seasoned online publications such as CNN AllThings D and CNET broke the bigger story that the press release was fake and that both Google and ICOA Wireless had denied the story In a rush to break the story the first rule of journalism was contravened lsquoAlways check your sourcesrsquo
Given the transient nature of any false news stories posted on the internet these days the story quickly disappeared from most of the offending publications and today you will be hard pressed to find any mention of this slip-up The Sentinel we like to think always brings you the truth albeit typed on an iPad Mini so donrsquot count on us to follow such faulty phenomena and trends
online user into clicking on it due to the coincidental name-sharing of the Abbots Langley Cameron Diaz with the famous American actress Every link clicked demonstrates the potential for advertisers to reach larger audiences and generate revenue for the online publications
From the same school as link-baiting comes the phenomenon of lsquofirst past the postrsquo journalism within the advertising-driven online publication world In this type of journalism emphasis is placed on being first to publish or break a news story Online publications that are first to break a news story attract a high amount of traffic (which translates into large revenues generated by advertising) since they are the only source of that particular information for a short space of time Online users have no choice but to visit that particular site if they wish to read the scoop The downside of this is that in a bid to be first to reap the advertising revenues frequently news stories are not properly checked for credibility On Monday 26 November 2012 nearly every online technology publication published the story of Google purchasing ICOA Wireless a Wi-Fi hot-spot
lsquoFrequently news stories are not properly checked for credibilityrsquo
lsquolsquoAlways check your sourcesrsquorsquo
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these people in business suits are rushing to check in their business cases Irsquom manoeuvring my 19-metre ski bag between them Strange looks and questions donrsquot surprise me anymore The looks whispers and questions Irsquove had while on trains from one place to the next or on the tram after going to the beach on my way to the indoor slope this summer On the one hand they made me feel like I was some strange creature from another planet but on the other they got me extra stoked up about what Irsquom doing
As I write this itrsquos a week after I checked in my bags and Irsquom sitting in my favourite coffee shop Cuppa Joersquos in Breckenridge Colorado Over the past five days Irsquove been getting up every morning at around 630 am and getting out at around 800am Anyone who knows me will probably raise an eyebrow at this When Irsquom working at home on my photos and stories for the White Freeski Magazine where Irsquom editor-in-chief or on freelance assignments my daily rhythm is completely the opposite But I guess thatrsquos the nice thing about jetlag
Itrsquos hard to describe the feeling of finally getting back
You know that feeling of bubbly excitement you get when you are getting ready to go and do something yoursquove been anticipating for a long long time It might be finally nailing that presentation to finish up university cooking a great dinner for friends or excitement about meeting up with someone
Getting my bags out from the basement after they had been collecting dust for the past eight months prompted those feelings to rush through my veins once again Even though I donrsquot mind being home going to the beach and rehabbing my knee and visiting friends in different countries over the summer all this has taken place in the city and Irsquove been missing the mountains terribly As Irsquom getting my bags out it makes me realise that it really is almost time for me to click into my skis again and breathe in the fresh mountain air
After packing it was finally time to get on my flight to Denver Colorado on Monday morning While all
white outBubbles of Excitement
By Ananda van Welij
Just another girl from a country without mountains addicted to snow
lsquoGo and do something yoursquove been anticipating for a long long timersquo
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have ahead of me this winter Looking forward again instead of being bummed I try to focus on the bright side like I did while I was stuck at home rehabbing and walking on crutches Trying to be inspired by what I see around me and what others do and have instead of being frustrated by it
It makes me wonder about just working and meeting up with friends at home I know I have a privileged life as Irsquom sitting here but isnrsquot this something we all experience in our daily lives It can be hard to sit down let go of the frustration sadness and problems and look forward Itrsquos not always possible to do it overnight but I think that just trying makes you feel better and in the end it allows you to bubble with excitement again no matter if itrsquos for a day of skiing or for finishing that project
My new mission for this season is to stay positive and draw inspiration from the people and things around me Irsquoll let you know how Irsquom doing in three weeksrsquo time
onto my skis after being out for eight months due to a torn MCL Cruising down the hill feeling and hearing the snow crunch under my feet It might sound strange to you but to me itrsquos a special sort of magic I guess it has something to do with the dopamine your body makes while having a great rush of excitement Although Irsquom pretty tired right now and taking a day off from skiing just walking outside and knowing that I can go up the hill any moment I like makes me feel better
Being so excited to be back on the snow after an injury also has a downside It comes in the form of having to hold myself back Since my injury I havenrsquot been jumping or doing any crazy tricks Itrsquos hard seeing all my friends jump and having fun in the park knowing I really shouldnrsquot do any of that stuff yet My mind is screaming ldquoYou can do that toordquo But Irsquom scared of a repeat injury brought on by pushing myself too hard too fast I have to force myself to sit down talk to my friends and listen to their stories of having fun while being genuinely happy for them To enjoy the sun instead of freaking myself out eat some good food have a good laugh and think of all the fun trips I
lsquoExtra stoked up about what Irsquom doingrsquo
lsquoTo me itrsquos a special sort of magicrsquo
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We have reached the point of the season when the outstanding manager of the first half has his team profiled and receives a pat on the back An overall lead at Xmas more often than not means that the team has peaked during the first half of the season before going on to show signs of weakness This season unusually we have a manager who has led strongly from the very early weeks but who still has a full supply of substitutes in reserve This bodes ill for the other managers as even though he has been professionally hunted down to the point that his lead is now meagre (or even gone by the time this is published) Steven Fockema still holds all the aces given that his reserves remain intact while the chasersrsquo have been used up to varying degrees
Daft3Punks
GK Tim Krul (newcastle United) 25m ndash Out injured from the beginning of September until the end of November No proper form assessment possible so far this season and his team are in apparent gradual creep towards the relegation zone Rating 825
deF Jose enrique (Liverpool) 35m ndash At a work-in-progress team Now playing regularly as a midfielder and showing positive form Rating 85
deF daniel Agger (Liverpool) 4m ndash Still more bluster and posing than glory Rating 825
deF Winston Reid (West Ham) 1m ndash Doing New Zealand proud in the Premier League at his price West Ham may not secure a greater number of clean sheets in the second half of the season however Rating 80
deF Jan Vertonghen (Tottenham Hotspur) 45m ndash Handsome driving Belgian vanilla One of the stars of the season thus far Rating 90
mId Gareth Bale (Tottenham Hotspur) 55m ndash The most impressive individual player in the current Premier League Rating 915
mId michu (Swansea city) 2m ndash Incredible value at his price A natural goal-scorer extraordinaire who also gets around and shows versatility Rating 90
mId Yaya Toure (manchester city) 45m ndash Nowhere close to his form of the previous season even if that can change in the second half of this one Rating 850
FWd Fabio Borini (Liverpool) 3m ndash Tipped here to eventually do well but long-term injury befell him just at the time he was settling into his new team and system Rating 80
FWd olivier Giroud (Arsenal) 45m ndash Has been nudging levels above average of late Rating 850
FWd Papiss cisse (newcastle United) 5m ndash Another player showing an astonishing fall from the excellence of the final third of the previous season Newcastle United appear to need re-styling quickly Rating 825
overall rating 9340 (max 100)
The New Year will only bring fireworks given the keen match-up between FFG-CL managers
By Denson Pierre
The Gold Room
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CZECH REPUBLIC - STUNNINGLY DIFFERENT
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lsquoThe local Chinese care about the environment in all aspects of their livesrsquo
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travel31
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lsquoHong Kong is a city that caresrsquo
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lsquoHong Kong is the capital of international cuisine ndash so try everythingrsquo
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Silent nights
Winter nights are well suited to staying indoors in the warmth especially after dark Not everyone is a lowland bear however and most of us need thoughtful stimulation to keep smiling through cold nights spent away from living quarters Luckily for Amsterdammers who pay attention from time to time extremely interesting and creative happenings are staged at a price anyone can afford The idea is simple tour the lights of lsquoNew Cityrsquo Amsterdam at night spending a couple of hours on a sturdy comfortable and warm (enclosed) historical craft The city falls silent as soon as you leave the pier and the transformation is complete when the city becomes simply unrecognisable with its flat lines interrupted by a few high-rising buildings shimmering back at you Some things in Amsterdam remain refreshingly surprising even to its well-cured darlings Not much beats having couple glasses of wine while splashing across the IJsselmeer and struggling to figure out which section of the city you are gazing upon through the silence of an icy night
Watch out for repeats wwwlichtophetijnl
city gems
By Denson Pierre
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The Sentinel took up the enthusiastic invitation from the people of the annually occurring Dutch-Lithuanian art event on December 1 The Dutch aspect of the event day and night together with the displayed art was not particularly significant in this case however given that it was one of the more complete cultural cuisine musical and heartily drinking events that the recent European Union arrivalrsquos creative set could conjure with the help of their foreign desk and local culture funds A well produced and expansive programme could be sampled and lightning insight garnered into the culture and artistic impressions of a pearl of Baltic civilisation Vilnius met Amsterdam It just may be time for this e-zine to delve even deeper into Lithuania
See wwwltartnl
Iron Wolves
By Denson Pierre
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MechelenAuthentic and full of surprises Thatrsquos Mechelen Hospitable and honourable Thatrsquos the people of Mechelen Come and experience the cityrsquos urban charms for yourself Mechelen
Authentic and full of surprises Thatrsquos Mechelen Hospitable and honourable Thatrsquos the people of Mechelen Come and experience the cityrsquos urban charms for yourself
photography copy Layla Aerts
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CafeacuteBar Review Batavia 1920
lsquoClassic bar art embraces you as you enterrsquo
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Batavia 1920Prins Hendrikkade 85 1012 AE Amsterdam
It is always handy to know of a wholesome cafeacutebar that ticks all the boxes even if it happens to be located at the busiest point of the old city (obliquely opposite Central Station) Over the course of the different seasons I managed to assess this fine establishment which serves as another reminder of what good honest bars are all about There is still quality available in Amsterdam
AmbianceThoughtful solid furniture easy lighting and classic bar art embraces you as you enter With a chess club professional dart board regular parties and borrels the vibe ranges daily from mellow to vibrant Rating 5
StaffregularsOn my most recent visit I had the pleasure of Elizabeth and Jamie leading the service but staff members are always experienced service is quick and drinks are de-livered with fresh smiles whoever happens to be work-ing The regulars are plentiful and the bar emanates the energy of a good professional lsquoIrishrsquo bar attracting an eclectic international mix to this super-central location It is a perfect meeting point for friends from any cardi-nal direction with the national transportation hub being literally just across the road Rating 5
Televised sportAmple flat screens and channels Rating 4
PricesIn general the prices are standard Central Amsterdam levels which is sadly typical of grand cafeacutes in this post-code area What works in Bataviarsquos favour is that it has an above-average selection of lsquoBelgian beautiesrsquo (beer) on offer Given the advised dosage having two or three should not leave you broke or broken The kitchen also has quite a strong reputation for above-average pub fare The Sunday roast dinner is especially popular and keeps folk who like that sort of thing coming back as often as they can afford it Rating 3
MusicGenuinely diverse popular and world music from a crisp-sounding digital sound system and staff members seem to have cool taste in music Rating 5
Smoking area provisionThere is a large smoking room on the lower level Sim-ple and ingenious air-conditioning allows you to spend your full upstairs session there without the sense of be-ing fumigated If you were not told about the smoking area below you would not know there was one Rating 5
Total rating 2730(Ratings from 1-5 where 1 = Very poor and 5 = Excel-lent)
By Denson Pierre
lsquoA perfect meeting point for friends from any cardinal directionrsquo
cafebar review6
1
lsquoIt has an above-average selection of lsquoBelgian beautiesrsquorsquo
cafebar review62
lsquoStaff members seem to have cool taste in musicrsquo
cafebar review63
For complete and world class tours of Prague
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Day segments and ratesPR 0800-1230hrs AG 1330-1630hrs UE 1730-2130hrsAll sessions are priced at u 25 per single adult Group size upper limit = 8 Accompanied children under the age of five are gratis and school aged children pay 25 Family package rates are negotiable
ContactJaroslav Cernosek+420 602 228 797Mail jcernosekcentrumcz
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JC Tours
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star beer guide
The SentinelStar beer guide
lsquoFind the better bars serving it at the right price in the New Yearrsquo
Clever marketing and an effective pricing campaign has led to this A-class standard-bearing blonde becoming one of the most easily found lsquorealrsquo beers in Amsterdam cafeacutes and bars With its distinctive charisma and fresh fruity taste it sits just on the edge in terms of strength and only the brave and seasoned can be found using it as a session beer Prices across Amsterdam for the same Trappist-glass measure can range dramatically from euro 250 to euro 425 per glass so there is fun to be had trying to find the better bars serving it at the right price in the New Year Your search will be rewarded by this cool classic
Grimbergen Blonde is brewed by Alken-Maes Alken Belgium
By Denson Pierre
GRIMBERGEN BLONDE (67 ABV)
67star beer guide
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BRING BACK
A substantial amount of the culture on mainland Europe revolves around platinum-standard beer of various descriptions and fl avours being easily available Amsterdam is not lacking in cafeacutes bars off licences supermarkets and online outlets stocking truly great beers available either immediately or within 24 hours With the growing popularity of high-yeast and high alcohol by volume brands how these drinks are served is a cause for concern however
Led by the Belgians and French the art of designing a glass that refl ects the individual quality of the liquid experience within is among these productsrsquo most out-standing features after their fl avour and power to in-toxicate Any beer of decent repute has its own glass in which it is intended to be served This always takes the form and size of a sensible measure to ensure a taste experience at the correct temperature and allow people to enjoy the evoked sensations before fi nding them-selves suddenly and blindingly drunk What we now often fi nd in tourist-pressed Amsterdam are these lsquoreal beersrsquo being off ered and served to ignorant punters in pint (or half-litre) measures leading to people becom-ing drunk at speed and destroying the overall aesthetic of lsquobeering itrsquo with style
The Sentinel says bring back the serving of high-alco-hol-content drinks in appropriate measures and if pos-sible in the glasses especially designed for the purpose This would be desirable for all manner of reasons not least health and safety Barkeepers can be educators too and it shouldnrsquot be too diffi cult to persuade tourists (usually German British and Irish) who represent the majority of volume drinkers in the cityrsquos more desirable watering holes It is foolish greedy and uncouth to con-sume high-alcohol beverages in such volumes and not expect to end up senselessly drunk and ultimately spoil the whole experience Volume drinkers should simply be directed to the lsquopiss waterrsquo beers of which there are many to satiate their needs and leave the quality beer tours for when they have educated themselves in the culture and manner of consumption that ensures maxi-mum pleasure and above all style
By Denson Pierre
STYLED BEER GLASSES
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We find the best most fun most typical exciting or local favourite restaurants etcetera in Amsterdam and bring them to you an easy way to feel like a local
Het Compagnie Theater Amsterdam 12122012
Recommended
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EUROGIFTSXenonweg 9 3812 SZ Amersfoort
Tel 033 - 454 35 75 - Fax 033 - 454 35 79E-mail lmproefeurogiftsnl
Website wwweurogiftsnl
FILMPROEF
ORDERNUMMER 6021022ARTIKELNUMMER 65123
Ware grootte (indien uitgeprint)Kleur opdruk Wit
Mulligans Irish Music BarAmsterdamrsquos best address for live Irish music Five (5) nights a week Check our agenda for upcoming sessions
Cafeacute KostverlorenCafeacute Kostverloren is a contemporary cafe offering the cosiness of a saloon an open kitchen and the intimacy of a living room During summer there is a large sunny terrace and during winter an open fi replace
VibesVibes is a relaxing cafecocktail bar art gallery with a large selection of coffees herbal teas homemade cakes and an amazing card of cocktails made with fresh fruit by a professional cocktail bartenderEnjoy our Italian kitchen in a cosy and friendly atmosphere
IncantoIncanto is a restaurant with a classic Italian kitchen Venetian chef Simone Ambrosin is known for his pure and simple style of cooking with feeling for nuance The wine list contains over 150 Italian wines
Planet RosePlanet Rose is the fi rst Caribbean restaurant in the Netherlands which specializes in Jamaican cuisine The menu features a daily changing selection of JamaicanCaribbean dishes and they ensure that you enjoy the whole expe-rience while dining with them
Cafe TisfrisCafe Tisfris is recognisable for its landmarks funky pillars and terrace Tisfris offers a friendly service and is a great pit stop for ldquoyummyrdquo refreshments
Cafe restaurant EdelCafe restaurant Edel is the perfect place for lunch dinner or to simply enjoy a drink Edel is a unique place in Amsterdam
Cafeacute OportoCafeacute Oporto is a traditional Amsterdam lsquobrown cafersquo Welcoming tourists and regular customers alike they offer televised sports wireless internet connection and a wide range of reasonably priced beers and spirits
Connoisseurs Delight Fun Drinking amp MusicTo Be Seen and Tasted
To Be Seen and Tasted
Fun Drinking amp Music
Connoisseurs Delight
Connoisseurs Delight
To Be Seen and Tasted
Neighbourhood cosy
Opera Prima - Patisserie Bistro TraiteurThe best place in town for lunch exquisite high teas or brunches and all of your luxury catering both private and corporate
Kinkerstraat 228 Amsterdamwwwoperaprimanl
St Antoniebreestraat 142 Amsterdamwwwtisfrisnl
Postjesweg 1 1057 DT Amsterdamwwwedelamsterdamnl
Zoutsteeg 1 1012 LX Amsterdamwwwcafeoportonethome
Amstel 100 1017 AC Amsterdamwwwmulligansnl
2e Kostverlorenkade 70 Amsterdamwwwcafekostverlorennl
Jan Pieter Heijestraat 137 Amsterdamwwwwixcomvibes137vibes
Amstel 2 Amsterdamwwwrestaurant-incantonl
Nicolaas Beetsstraat 47 Amsterdamwwwplanetroseinfo
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Where is this inAmsterdam
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Room 2cfilm
This is the one that will make you pause James Stewart one of my top ten actors of all time plays a businessman fighting to keep his life and family together while everything is crashing down around him In steps an lsquoangelrsquo to try and convince him that life is not as bad as it seems and that other people would be a lot worse off without him Probably the highest rated film Irsquove ever reviewed and one of the most Christmas-delicious I know
Could you walk 2400 kilometres while being pursued with little more than a longing to return to your homeland and mother to keep you and your dependant companions going Would you do this twice This utterly moving film highlights the true-life Australian apartheid practices of the twentieth century and the trauma it caused to native Australians The barren landscapes provide the perfect backdrop for compelling cinema-tography and its dryness will be irrigated by your tears
By David King
By dpmotions
Itrsquos a Wonderful Life (1946)
Rabbit-Proof Fence (2002)
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74trends
lsquoFacebook in particular is responsible for exacerbating unspoken competitivenessrsquo
By Dirkje Bakker-Pierre
Trends in the food industry are moving faster than lightning and are harder and harder to keep up with When you are all geared up to create your own artsy cupcakes all of a sudden cupcakes are out and macaroons are the flavour of the day
Sweat dripping and cheeks burning with stress levels going through the roof women all around the country have been toiling night and day to create just the right pimped-up cakes (completely covered in layers of pink and red marzipan tiny silver sugar balls and rose petals made from feather-light sugar) which look like they come from one of the newly popped-up cupcake shops Facebook in particular is responsible for exacerbating unspoken competitiveness due to images being posted of better looking and prettier cakes just after you posted your own in comparison pretty sad creations forcing you back into the kitchen to try again
One day itrsquos cutting out names from layers of chocolate the next itrsquos squirting curls and swirls of rainbow colours or grating organic carrots for the rather awkward lsquohealthyrsquo version the carrot cupcake
Shops have adjusted their aisles to make way for endless shelves of specialised products in all ranges of sweetness and multicoloured cuteness shapes tools mixtures and machines It is a whole world of custom products which just keeps growing and changing and you need to keep up with it all or risk being hopelessly left behind There are pink-coloured cook books workshops websites self-help groups and neglected overweight children crying for something non-sweet for once
But then after all your attempts and when you finally think you have achieved perfection before you know it you make a complete fool of yourself by serving the wrong type of sweet and colourful titbits because a new trend has already arrived That really makes you feel like a macaroon
All Caked Out
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Winter solstice is an exciting time of year when we all start dreaming of more sun more light and more inspiration Continuing the gemstone theme I would like to draw your attention to the very lovely and sparkling sunstone also known as heliolite It is the official gemstone of the US state of Oregon which is a prime source for this beautiful gem The name heliolite is derived from the Greek lsquoheliosrsquo and lsquolithosrsquo which mean lsquosunrsquo and lsquostonersquo It was first discovered in Viking burial mounds but despite its long history is not found in abundance
Sunstone is metallic in appearance and comes in red orange or green colours However cleaner red sunstone is very rare and commands proper gemstone prices The stone is a composite of oligoclase feldspar which also contains hematite or goethite The presence of hematite or goethite gives the stone its ability to reflect light hence the name sunstone Sunstone is said to be an inspiration stone able to bestow freedom independence and happiness It also said to reduce fear alleviate stress and bring good luck in any game of chance This sparkly stone has a further use in healing and is believed to endow its wearers with enhanced self-healing powers Other properties
Shine
By Evelina Kvartunaite
ndash
lsquoDreaming of more sun more light and more inspirationrsquo
ndash
include stimulating the vegetative autonomic nervous system and enhancing the harmonious functioning of all the bodyrsquos organs It is also quite helpful in cases of exhaustion due to lack of sleep
The gemstone is used to treat chronic sore throats and relieves pain caused by stomach ulcers It has proved successful in alleviating Seasonal Affective Disorder (or SAD) and is also known for relieving cartilage problems rheumatism and general aches and pains Sunstone helps in dealing with depression and frees its wearers from feelings of discrimination and failure as well as from perceptions of an lsquoevil worldrsquo Sunstone increases a personrsquos sense of self-esteem and self-worth
Sunstone is particularly beneficial when used in sunshine or sunlight It brings abundance to a personrsquos life and transforms negative energy into positive energy
If you have any other helpful tips you would like to share please let me know at evelinakvartunaiteconsultancymarketmediacom
76health amp well-being
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lsquoBestow freedom independence and happinessrsquo
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lsquoIt has proved successful in alleviating Seasonal Affective
Disorderrsquo
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77health amp well-being
world this lsquotrickeryrsquo has moved online With todayrsquos short attention spans the potential to draw users to a website and retain them is a crucial skill which is rewarded by the revenue that can be generated based on how long a user stays on a website Link-baiting should have been foreseen since it is inevitable
Every click on a website is a revenue-generating moment in terms of advertising The amount of adverts to which you can expose an online user as they click to and through your website is the currency used to determine whether an advertising agency spends its budget on one publication over another Real journalism and insightful opinions once drove online traffic for web publications but link-baiting is now seriously derailing this approach
Most of the time the story behind the sensational link does not live up to expectations A typical example of this can be found in the online edition of the Watford Observer on Tuesday 31 July 2012 The link-bait read ldquoCameron Diaz vows to kick drug habit with help of stepdadrdquo However following the link or falling for the bait led to the underwhelming story ldquoDrug user Cameron Diaz of Broomfield Rise Abbots Langley has sworn to clean up his act with the help of his stepfatherrdquo Although the story was factually correct the intention of the publication was to trick the
One of my previous articles described how online technology publications are subverting reality by not correctly echoing the sentiments of the consuming public Part of the cause of this is that usually in a bid to counter the majority of lacklustre stories floating around they subvert reality to make it more interesting How many non-geeks really care about the advantages of modelling parallelism on serial programs with the Intelreg Advisor XE Itrsquos certainly not a typically newsworthy story
As a result an annoying phenomenon has slowly been building momentum This is now quite evident all over the internet and is destroying good journalism The phenomenon is called Link-baiting Our trustworthy source of internet knowledge describes Link-bait(ing) as anything ldquointeresting enough to catch peoplersquos attentionrdquo (httpenwikipediaorgwikiLink_bait)
Link-baiting is synonymous with the sensational cover stories used on the front of magazines to entice people walking past to pick up the magazines and delve into them As with most things from the print
No news is good news
lsquoQuite evident all over the internet and is destroying good
journalismrsquo
By Simon Owusu
technology
TechBit Sio-Bytes
78
provider in America to the tune of US$ 400 million The initial story broke on the PRWEB website and the majority of online publications regurgitated the story with no additional insights such as the implications of such a deal which real journalism would call for None of them bothered to check the sources or the credibility of the story Millions of revenue-generating clicks later the more seasoned online publications such as CNN AllThings D and CNET broke the bigger story that the press release was fake and that both Google and ICOA Wireless had denied the story In a rush to break the story the first rule of journalism was contravened lsquoAlways check your sourcesrsquo
Given the transient nature of any false news stories posted on the internet these days the story quickly disappeared from most of the offending publications and today you will be hard pressed to find any mention of this slip-up The Sentinel we like to think always brings you the truth albeit typed on an iPad Mini so donrsquot count on us to follow such faulty phenomena and trends
online user into clicking on it due to the coincidental name-sharing of the Abbots Langley Cameron Diaz with the famous American actress Every link clicked demonstrates the potential for advertisers to reach larger audiences and generate revenue for the online publications
From the same school as link-baiting comes the phenomenon of lsquofirst past the postrsquo journalism within the advertising-driven online publication world In this type of journalism emphasis is placed on being first to publish or break a news story Online publications that are first to break a news story attract a high amount of traffic (which translates into large revenues generated by advertising) since they are the only source of that particular information for a short space of time Online users have no choice but to visit that particular site if they wish to read the scoop The downside of this is that in a bid to be first to reap the advertising revenues frequently news stories are not properly checked for credibility On Monday 26 November 2012 nearly every online technology publication published the story of Google purchasing ICOA Wireless a Wi-Fi hot-spot
lsquoFrequently news stories are not properly checked for credibilityrsquo
lsquolsquoAlways check your sourcesrsquorsquo
technology79
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these people in business suits are rushing to check in their business cases Irsquom manoeuvring my 19-metre ski bag between them Strange looks and questions donrsquot surprise me anymore The looks whispers and questions Irsquove had while on trains from one place to the next or on the tram after going to the beach on my way to the indoor slope this summer On the one hand they made me feel like I was some strange creature from another planet but on the other they got me extra stoked up about what Irsquom doing
As I write this itrsquos a week after I checked in my bags and Irsquom sitting in my favourite coffee shop Cuppa Joersquos in Breckenridge Colorado Over the past five days Irsquove been getting up every morning at around 630 am and getting out at around 800am Anyone who knows me will probably raise an eyebrow at this When Irsquom working at home on my photos and stories for the White Freeski Magazine where Irsquom editor-in-chief or on freelance assignments my daily rhythm is completely the opposite But I guess thatrsquos the nice thing about jetlag
Itrsquos hard to describe the feeling of finally getting back
You know that feeling of bubbly excitement you get when you are getting ready to go and do something yoursquove been anticipating for a long long time It might be finally nailing that presentation to finish up university cooking a great dinner for friends or excitement about meeting up with someone
Getting my bags out from the basement after they had been collecting dust for the past eight months prompted those feelings to rush through my veins once again Even though I donrsquot mind being home going to the beach and rehabbing my knee and visiting friends in different countries over the summer all this has taken place in the city and Irsquove been missing the mountains terribly As Irsquom getting my bags out it makes me realise that it really is almost time for me to click into my skis again and breathe in the fresh mountain air
After packing it was finally time to get on my flight to Denver Colorado on Monday morning While all
white outBubbles of Excitement
By Ananda van Welij
Just another girl from a country without mountains addicted to snow
lsquoGo and do something yoursquove been anticipating for a long long timersquo
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have ahead of me this winter Looking forward again instead of being bummed I try to focus on the bright side like I did while I was stuck at home rehabbing and walking on crutches Trying to be inspired by what I see around me and what others do and have instead of being frustrated by it
It makes me wonder about just working and meeting up with friends at home I know I have a privileged life as Irsquom sitting here but isnrsquot this something we all experience in our daily lives It can be hard to sit down let go of the frustration sadness and problems and look forward Itrsquos not always possible to do it overnight but I think that just trying makes you feel better and in the end it allows you to bubble with excitement again no matter if itrsquos for a day of skiing or for finishing that project
My new mission for this season is to stay positive and draw inspiration from the people and things around me Irsquoll let you know how Irsquom doing in three weeksrsquo time
onto my skis after being out for eight months due to a torn MCL Cruising down the hill feeling and hearing the snow crunch under my feet It might sound strange to you but to me itrsquos a special sort of magic I guess it has something to do with the dopamine your body makes while having a great rush of excitement Although Irsquom pretty tired right now and taking a day off from skiing just walking outside and knowing that I can go up the hill any moment I like makes me feel better
Being so excited to be back on the snow after an injury also has a downside It comes in the form of having to hold myself back Since my injury I havenrsquot been jumping or doing any crazy tricks Itrsquos hard seeing all my friends jump and having fun in the park knowing I really shouldnrsquot do any of that stuff yet My mind is screaming ldquoYou can do that toordquo But Irsquom scared of a repeat injury brought on by pushing myself too hard too fast I have to force myself to sit down talk to my friends and listen to their stories of having fun while being genuinely happy for them To enjoy the sun instead of freaking myself out eat some good food have a good laugh and think of all the fun trips I
lsquoExtra stoked up about what Irsquom doingrsquo
lsquoTo me itrsquos a special sort of magicrsquo
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We have reached the point of the season when the outstanding manager of the first half has his team profiled and receives a pat on the back An overall lead at Xmas more often than not means that the team has peaked during the first half of the season before going on to show signs of weakness This season unusually we have a manager who has led strongly from the very early weeks but who still has a full supply of substitutes in reserve This bodes ill for the other managers as even though he has been professionally hunted down to the point that his lead is now meagre (or even gone by the time this is published) Steven Fockema still holds all the aces given that his reserves remain intact while the chasersrsquo have been used up to varying degrees
Daft3Punks
GK Tim Krul (newcastle United) 25m ndash Out injured from the beginning of September until the end of November No proper form assessment possible so far this season and his team are in apparent gradual creep towards the relegation zone Rating 825
deF Jose enrique (Liverpool) 35m ndash At a work-in-progress team Now playing regularly as a midfielder and showing positive form Rating 85
deF daniel Agger (Liverpool) 4m ndash Still more bluster and posing than glory Rating 825
deF Winston Reid (West Ham) 1m ndash Doing New Zealand proud in the Premier League at his price West Ham may not secure a greater number of clean sheets in the second half of the season however Rating 80
deF Jan Vertonghen (Tottenham Hotspur) 45m ndash Handsome driving Belgian vanilla One of the stars of the season thus far Rating 90
mId Gareth Bale (Tottenham Hotspur) 55m ndash The most impressive individual player in the current Premier League Rating 915
mId michu (Swansea city) 2m ndash Incredible value at his price A natural goal-scorer extraordinaire who also gets around and shows versatility Rating 90
mId Yaya Toure (manchester city) 45m ndash Nowhere close to his form of the previous season even if that can change in the second half of this one Rating 850
FWd Fabio Borini (Liverpool) 3m ndash Tipped here to eventually do well but long-term injury befell him just at the time he was settling into his new team and system Rating 80
FWd olivier Giroud (Arsenal) 45m ndash Has been nudging levels above average of late Rating 850
FWd Papiss cisse (newcastle United) 5m ndash Another player showing an astonishing fall from the excellence of the final third of the previous season Newcastle United appear to need re-styling quickly Rating 825
overall rating 9340 (max 100)
The New Year will only bring fireworks given the keen match-up between FFG-CL managers
By Denson Pierre
The Gold Room
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CZECH REPUBLIC - STUNNINGLY DIFFERENT
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travel31
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Silent nights
Winter nights are well suited to staying indoors in the warmth especially after dark Not everyone is a lowland bear however and most of us need thoughtful stimulation to keep smiling through cold nights spent away from living quarters Luckily for Amsterdammers who pay attention from time to time extremely interesting and creative happenings are staged at a price anyone can afford The idea is simple tour the lights of lsquoNew Cityrsquo Amsterdam at night spending a couple of hours on a sturdy comfortable and warm (enclosed) historical craft The city falls silent as soon as you leave the pier and the transformation is complete when the city becomes simply unrecognisable with its flat lines interrupted by a few high-rising buildings shimmering back at you Some things in Amsterdam remain refreshingly surprising even to its well-cured darlings Not much beats having couple glasses of wine while splashing across the IJsselmeer and struggling to figure out which section of the city you are gazing upon through the silence of an icy night
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The Sentinel took up the enthusiastic invitation from the people of the annually occurring Dutch-Lithuanian art event on December 1 The Dutch aspect of the event day and night together with the displayed art was not particularly significant in this case however given that it was one of the more complete cultural cuisine musical and heartily drinking events that the recent European Union arrivalrsquos creative set could conjure with the help of their foreign desk and local culture funds A well produced and expansive programme could be sampled and lightning insight garnered into the culture and artistic impressions of a pearl of Baltic civilisation Vilnius met Amsterdam It just may be time for this e-zine to delve even deeper into Lithuania
See wwwltartnl
Iron Wolves
By Denson Pierre
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MechelenAuthentic and full of surprises Thatrsquos Mechelen Hospitable and honourable Thatrsquos the people of Mechelen Come and experience the cityrsquos urban charms for yourself Mechelen
Authentic and full of surprises Thatrsquos Mechelen Hospitable and honourable Thatrsquos the people of Mechelen Come and experience the cityrsquos urban charms for yourself
photography copy Layla Aerts
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CafeacuteBar Review Batavia 1920
lsquoClassic bar art embraces you as you enterrsquo
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Batavia 1920Prins Hendrikkade 85 1012 AE Amsterdam
It is always handy to know of a wholesome cafeacutebar that ticks all the boxes even if it happens to be located at the busiest point of the old city (obliquely opposite Central Station) Over the course of the different seasons I managed to assess this fine establishment which serves as another reminder of what good honest bars are all about There is still quality available in Amsterdam
AmbianceThoughtful solid furniture easy lighting and classic bar art embraces you as you enter With a chess club professional dart board regular parties and borrels the vibe ranges daily from mellow to vibrant Rating 5
StaffregularsOn my most recent visit I had the pleasure of Elizabeth and Jamie leading the service but staff members are always experienced service is quick and drinks are de-livered with fresh smiles whoever happens to be work-ing The regulars are plentiful and the bar emanates the energy of a good professional lsquoIrishrsquo bar attracting an eclectic international mix to this super-central location It is a perfect meeting point for friends from any cardi-nal direction with the national transportation hub being literally just across the road Rating 5
Televised sportAmple flat screens and channels Rating 4
PricesIn general the prices are standard Central Amsterdam levels which is sadly typical of grand cafeacutes in this post-code area What works in Bataviarsquos favour is that it has an above-average selection of lsquoBelgian beautiesrsquo (beer) on offer Given the advised dosage having two or three should not leave you broke or broken The kitchen also has quite a strong reputation for above-average pub fare The Sunday roast dinner is especially popular and keeps folk who like that sort of thing coming back as often as they can afford it Rating 3
MusicGenuinely diverse popular and world music from a crisp-sounding digital sound system and staff members seem to have cool taste in music Rating 5
Smoking area provisionThere is a large smoking room on the lower level Sim-ple and ingenious air-conditioning allows you to spend your full upstairs session there without the sense of be-ing fumigated If you were not told about the smoking area below you would not know there was one Rating 5
Total rating 2730(Ratings from 1-5 where 1 = Very poor and 5 = Excel-lent)
By Denson Pierre
lsquoA perfect meeting point for friends from any cardinal directionrsquo
cafebar review6
1
lsquoIt has an above-average selection of lsquoBelgian beautiesrsquorsquo
cafebar review62
lsquoStaff members seem to have cool taste in musicrsquo
cafebar review63
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star beer guide
The SentinelStar beer guide
lsquoFind the better bars serving it at the right price in the New Yearrsquo
Clever marketing and an effective pricing campaign has led to this A-class standard-bearing blonde becoming one of the most easily found lsquorealrsquo beers in Amsterdam cafeacutes and bars With its distinctive charisma and fresh fruity taste it sits just on the edge in terms of strength and only the brave and seasoned can be found using it as a session beer Prices across Amsterdam for the same Trappist-glass measure can range dramatically from euro 250 to euro 425 per glass so there is fun to be had trying to find the better bars serving it at the right price in the New Year Your search will be rewarded by this cool classic
Grimbergen Blonde is brewed by Alken-Maes Alken Belgium
By Denson Pierre
GRIMBERGEN BLONDE (67 ABV)
67star beer guide
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BRING BACK
A substantial amount of the culture on mainland Europe revolves around platinum-standard beer of various descriptions and fl avours being easily available Amsterdam is not lacking in cafeacutes bars off licences supermarkets and online outlets stocking truly great beers available either immediately or within 24 hours With the growing popularity of high-yeast and high alcohol by volume brands how these drinks are served is a cause for concern however
Led by the Belgians and French the art of designing a glass that refl ects the individual quality of the liquid experience within is among these productsrsquo most out-standing features after their fl avour and power to in-toxicate Any beer of decent repute has its own glass in which it is intended to be served This always takes the form and size of a sensible measure to ensure a taste experience at the correct temperature and allow people to enjoy the evoked sensations before fi nding them-selves suddenly and blindingly drunk What we now often fi nd in tourist-pressed Amsterdam are these lsquoreal beersrsquo being off ered and served to ignorant punters in pint (or half-litre) measures leading to people becom-ing drunk at speed and destroying the overall aesthetic of lsquobeering itrsquo with style
The Sentinel says bring back the serving of high-alco-hol-content drinks in appropriate measures and if pos-sible in the glasses especially designed for the purpose This would be desirable for all manner of reasons not least health and safety Barkeepers can be educators too and it shouldnrsquot be too diffi cult to persuade tourists (usually German British and Irish) who represent the majority of volume drinkers in the cityrsquos more desirable watering holes It is foolish greedy and uncouth to con-sume high-alcohol beverages in such volumes and not expect to end up senselessly drunk and ultimately spoil the whole experience Volume drinkers should simply be directed to the lsquopiss waterrsquo beers of which there are many to satiate their needs and leave the quality beer tours for when they have educated themselves in the culture and manner of consumption that ensures maxi-mum pleasure and above all style
By Denson Pierre
STYLED BEER GLASSES
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We find the best most fun most typical exciting or local favourite restaurants etcetera in Amsterdam and bring them to you an easy way to feel like a local
Het Compagnie Theater Amsterdam 12122012
Recommended
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EUROGIFTSXenonweg 9 3812 SZ Amersfoort
Tel 033 - 454 35 75 - Fax 033 - 454 35 79E-mail lmproefeurogiftsnl
Website wwweurogiftsnl
FILMPROEF
ORDERNUMMER 6021022ARTIKELNUMMER 65123
Ware grootte (indien uitgeprint)Kleur opdruk Wit
Mulligans Irish Music BarAmsterdamrsquos best address for live Irish music Five (5) nights a week Check our agenda for upcoming sessions
Cafeacute KostverlorenCafeacute Kostverloren is a contemporary cafe offering the cosiness of a saloon an open kitchen and the intimacy of a living room During summer there is a large sunny terrace and during winter an open fi replace
VibesVibes is a relaxing cafecocktail bar art gallery with a large selection of coffees herbal teas homemade cakes and an amazing card of cocktails made with fresh fruit by a professional cocktail bartenderEnjoy our Italian kitchen in a cosy and friendly atmosphere
IncantoIncanto is a restaurant with a classic Italian kitchen Venetian chef Simone Ambrosin is known for his pure and simple style of cooking with feeling for nuance The wine list contains over 150 Italian wines
Planet RosePlanet Rose is the fi rst Caribbean restaurant in the Netherlands which specializes in Jamaican cuisine The menu features a daily changing selection of JamaicanCaribbean dishes and they ensure that you enjoy the whole expe-rience while dining with them
Cafe TisfrisCafe Tisfris is recognisable for its landmarks funky pillars and terrace Tisfris offers a friendly service and is a great pit stop for ldquoyummyrdquo refreshments
Cafe restaurant EdelCafe restaurant Edel is the perfect place for lunch dinner or to simply enjoy a drink Edel is a unique place in Amsterdam
Cafeacute OportoCafeacute Oporto is a traditional Amsterdam lsquobrown cafersquo Welcoming tourists and regular customers alike they offer televised sports wireless internet connection and a wide range of reasonably priced beers and spirits
Connoisseurs Delight Fun Drinking amp MusicTo Be Seen and Tasted
To Be Seen and Tasted
Fun Drinking amp Music
Connoisseurs Delight
Connoisseurs Delight
To Be Seen and Tasted
Neighbourhood cosy
Opera Prima - Patisserie Bistro TraiteurThe best place in town for lunch exquisite high teas or brunches and all of your luxury catering both private and corporate
Kinkerstraat 228 Amsterdamwwwoperaprimanl
St Antoniebreestraat 142 Amsterdamwwwtisfrisnl
Postjesweg 1 1057 DT Amsterdamwwwedelamsterdamnl
Zoutsteeg 1 1012 LX Amsterdamwwwcafeoportonethome
Amstel 100 1017 AC Amsterdamwwwmulligansnl
2e Kostverlorenkade 70 Amsterdamwwwcafekostverlorennl
Jan Pieter Heijestraat 137 Amsterdamwwwwixcomvibes137vibes
Amstel 2 Amsterdamwwwrestaurant-incantonl
Nicolaas Beetsstraat 47 Amsterdamwwwplanetroseinfo
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Where is this inAmsterdam
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Room 2cfilm
This is the one that will make you pause James Stewart one of my top ten actors of all time plays a businessman fighting to keep his life and family together while everything is crashing down around him In steps an lsquoangelrsquo to try and convince him that life is not as bad as it seems and that other people would be a lot worse off without him Probably the highest rated film Irsquove ever reviewed and one of the most Christmas-delicious I know
Could you walk 2400 kilometres while being pursued with little more than a longing to return to your homeland and mother to keep you and your dependant companions going Would you do this twice This utterly moving film highlights the true-life Australian apartheid practices of the twentieth century and the trauma it caused to native Australians The barren landscapes provide the perfect backdrop for compelling cinema-tography and its dryness will be irrigated by your tears
By David King
By dpmotions
Itrsquos a Wonderful Life (1946)
Rabbit-Proof Fence (2002)
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lsquoFacebook in particular is responsible for exacerbating unspoken competitivenessrsquo
By Dirkje Bakker-Pierre
Trends in the food industry are moving faster than lightning and are harder and harder to keep up with When you are all geared up to create your own artsy cupcakes all of a sudden cupcakes are out and macaroons are the flavour of the day
Sweat dripping and cheeks burning with stress levels going through the roof women all around the country have been toiling night and day to create just the right pimped-up cakes (completely covered in layers of pink and red marzipan tiny silver sugar balls and rose petals made from feather-light sugar) which look like they come from one of the newly popped-up cupcake shops Facebook in particular is responsible for exacerbating unspoken competitiveness due to images being posted of better looking and prettier cakes just after you posted your own in comparison pretty sad creations forcing you back into the kitchen to try again
One day itrsquos cutting out names from layers of chocolate the next itrsquos squirting curls and swirls of rainbow colours or grating organic carrots for the rather awkward lsquohealthyrsquo version the carrot cupcake
Shops have adjusted their aisles to make way for endless shelves of specialised products in all ranges of sweetness and multicoloured cuteness shapes tools mixtures and machines It is a whole world of custom products which just keeps growing and changing and you need to keep up with it all or risk being hopelessly left behind There are pink-coloured cook books workshops websites self-help groups and neglected overweight children crying for something non-sweet for once
But then after all your attempts and when you finally think you have achieved perfection before you know it you make a complete fool of yourself by serving the wrong type of sweet and colourful titbits because a new trend has already arrived That really makes you feel like a macaroon
All Caked Out
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Winter solstice is an exciting time of year when we all start dreaming of more sun more light and more inspiration Continuing the gemstone theme I would like to draw your attention to the very lovely and sparkling sunstone also known as heliolite It is the official gemstone of the US state of Oregon which is a prime source for this beautiful gem The name heliolite is derived from the Greek lsquoheliosrsquo and lsquolithosrsquo which mean lsquosunrsquo and lsquostonersquo It was first discovered in Viking burial mounds but despite its long history is not found in abundance
Sunstone is metallic in appearance and comes in red orange or green colours However cleaner red sunstone is very rare and commands proper gemstone prices The stone is a composite of oligoclase feldspar which also contains hematite or goethite The presence of hematite or goethite gives the stone its ability to reflect light hence the name sunstone Sunstone is said to be an inspiration stone able to bestow freedom independence and happiness It also said to reduce fear alleviate stress and bring good luck in any game of chance This sparkly stone has a further use in healing and is believed to endow its wearers with enhanced self-healing powers Other properties
Shine
By Evelina Kvartunaite
ndash
lsquoDreaming of more sun more light and more inspirationrsquo
ndash
include stimulating the vegetative autonomic nervous system and enhancing the harmonious functioning of all the bodyrsquos organs It is also quite helpful in cases of exhaustion due to lack of sleep
The gemstone is used to treat chronic sore throats and relieves pain caused by stomach ulcers It has proved successful in alleviating Seasonal Affective Disorder (or SAD) and is also known for relieving cartilage problems rheumatism and general aches and pains Sunstone helps in dealing with depression and frees its wearers from feelings of discrimination and failure as well as from perceptions of an lsquoevil worldrsquo Sunstone increases a personrsquos sense of self-esteem and self-worth
Sunstone is particularly beneficial when used in sunshine or sunlight It brings abundance to a personrsquos life and transforms negative energy into positive energy
If you have any other helpful tips you would like to share please let me know at evelinakvartunaiteconsultancymarketmediacom
76health amp well-being
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lsquoBestow freedom independence and happinessrsquo
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lsquoIt has proved successful in alleviating Seasonal Affective
Disorderrsquo
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world this lsquotrickeryrsquo has moved online With todayrsquos short attention spans the potential to draw users to a website and retain them is a crucial skill which is rewarded by the revenue that can be generated based on how long a user stays on a website Link-baiting should have been foreseen since it is inevitable
Every click on a website is a revenue-generating moment in terms of advertising The amount of adverts to which you can expose an online user as they click to and through your website is the currency used to determine whether an advertising agency spends its budget on one publication over another Real journalism and insightful opinions once drove online traffic for web publications but link-baiting is now seriously derailing this approach
Most of the time the story behind the sensational link does not live up to expectations A typical example of this can be found in the online edition of the Watford Observer on Tuesday 31 July 2012 The link-bait read ldquoCameron Diaz vows to kick drug habit with help of stepdadrdquo However following the link or falling for the bait led to the underwhelming story ldquoDrug user Cameron Diaz of Broomfield Rise Abbots Langley has sworn to clean up his act with the help of his stepfatherrdquo Although the story was factually correct the intention of the publication was to trick the
One of my previous articles described how online technology publications are subverting reality by not correctly echoing the sentiments of the consuming public Part of the cause of this is that usually in a bid to counter the majority of lacklustre stories floating around they subvert reality to make it more interesting How many non-geeks really care about the advantages of modelling parallelism on serial programs with the Intelreg Advisor XE Itrsquos certainly not a typically newsworthy story
As a result an annoying phenomenon has slowly been building momentum This is now quite evident all over the internet and is destroying good journalism The phenomenon is called Link-baiting Our trustworthy source of internet knowledge describes Link-bait(ing) as anything ldquointeresting enough to catch peoplersquos attentionrdquo (httpenwikipediaorgwikiLink_bait)
Link-baiting is synonymous with the sensational cover stories used on the front of magazines to entice people walking past to pick up the magazines and delve into them As with most things from the print
No news is good news
lsquoQuite evident all over the internet and is destroying good
journalismrsquo
By Simon Owusu
technology
TechBit Sio-Bytes
78
provider in America to the tune of US$ 400 million The initial story broke on the PRWEB website and the majority of online publications regurgitated the story with no additional insights such as the implications of such a deal which real journalism would call for None of them bothered to check the sources or the credibility of the story Millions of revenue-generating clicks later the more seasoned online publications such as CNN AllThings D and CNET broke the bigger story that the press release was fake and that both Google and ICOA Wireless had denied the story In a rush to break the story the first rule of journalism was contravened lsquoAlways check your sourcesrsquo
Given the transient nature of any false news stories posted on the internet these days the story quickly disappeared from most of the offending publications and today you will be hard pressed to find any mention of this slip-up The Sentinel we like to think always brings you the truth albeit typed on an iPad Mini so donrsquot count on us to follow such faulty phenomena and trends
online user into clicking on it due to the coincidental name-sharing of the Abbots Langley Cameron Diaz with the famous American actress Every link clicked demonstrates the potential for advertisers to reach larger audiences and generate revenue for the online publications
From the same school as link-baiting comes the phenomenon of lsquofirst past the postrsquo journalism within the advertising-driven online publication world In this type of journalism emphasis is placed on being first to publish or break a news story Online publications that are first to break a news story attract a high amount of traffic (which translates into large revenues generated by advertising) since they are the only source of that particular information for a short space of time Online users have no choice but to visit that particular site if they wish to read the scoop The downside of this is that in a bid to be first to reap the advertising revenues frequently news stories are not properly checked for credibility On Monday 26 November 2012 nearly every online technology publication published the story of Google purchasing ICOA Wireless a Wi-Fi hot-spot
lsquoFrequently news stories are not properly checked for credibilityrsquo
lsquolsquoAlways check your sourcesrsquorsquo
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these people in business suits are rushing to check in their business cases Irsquom manoeuvring my 19-metre ski bag between them Strange looks and questions donrsquot surprise me anymore The looks whispers and questions Irsquove had while on trains from one place to the next or on the tram after going to the beach on my way to the indoor slope this summer On the one hand they made me feel like I was some strange creature from another planet but on the other they got me extra stoked up about what Irsquom doing
As I write this itrsquos a week after I checked in my bags and Irsquom sitting in my favourite coffee shop Cuppa Joersquos in Breckenridge Colorado Over the past five days Irsquove been getting up every morning at around 630 am and getting out at around 800am Anyone who knows me will probably raise an eyebrow at this When Irsquom working at home on my photos and stories for the White Freeski Magazine where Irsquom editor-in-chief or on freelance assignments my daily rhythm is completely the opposite But I guess thatrsquos the nice thing about jetlag
Itrsquos hard to describe the feeling of finally getting back
You know that feeling of bubbly excitement you get when you are getting ready to go and do something yoursquove been anticipating for a long long time It might be finally nailing that presentation to finish up university cooking a great dinner for friends or excitement about meeting up with someone
Getting my bags out from the basement after they had been collecting dust for the past eight months prompted those feelings to rush through my veins once again Even though I donrsquot mind being home going to the beach and rehabbing my knee and visiting friends in different countries over the summer all this has taken place in the city and Irsquove been missing the mountains terribly As Irsquom getting my bags out it makes me realise that it really is almost time for me to click into my skis again and breathe in the fresh mountain air
After packing it was finally time to get on my flight to Denver Colorado on Monday morning While all
white outBubbles of Excitement
By Ananda van Welij
Just another girl from a country without mountains addicted to snow
lsquoGo and do something yoursquove been anticipating for a long long timersquo
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have ahead of me this winter Looking forward again instead of being bummed I try to focus on the bright side like I did while I was stuck at home rehabbing and walking on crutches Trying to be inspired by what I see around me and what others do and have instead of being frustrated by it
It makes me wonder about just working and meeting up with friends at home I know I have a privileged life as Irsquom sitting here but isnrsquot this something we all experience in our daily lives It can be hard to sit down let go of the frustration sadness and problems and look forward Itrsquos not always possible to do it overnight but I think that just trying makes you feel better and in the end it allows you to bubble with excitement again no matter if itrsquos for a day of skiing or for finishing that project
My new mission for this season is to stay positive and draw inspiration from the people and things around me Irsquoll let you know how Irsquom doing in three weeksrsquo time
onto my skis after being out for eight months due to a torn MCL Cruising down the hill feeling and hearing the snow crunch under my feet It might sound strange to you but to me itrsquos a special sort of magic I guess it has something to do with the dopamine your body makes while having a great rush of excitement Although Irsquom pretty tired right now and taking a day off from skiing just walking outside and knowing that I can go up the hill any moment I like makes me feel better
Being so excited to be back on the snow after an injury also has a downside It comes in the form of having to hold myself back Since my injury I havenrsquot been jumping or doing any crazy tricks Itrsquos hard seeing all my friends jump and having fun in the park knowing I really shouldnrsquot do any of that stuff yet My mind is screaming ldquoYou can do that toordquo But Irsquom scared of a repeat injury brought on by pushing myself too hard too fast I have to force myself to sit down talk to my friends and listen to their stories of having fun while being genuinely happy for them To enjoy the sun instead of freaking myself out eat some good food have a good laugh and think of all the fun trips I
lsquoExtra stoked up about what Irsquom doingrsquo
lsquoTo me itrsquos a special sort of magicrsquo
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We have reached the point of the season when the outstanding manager of the first half has his team profiled and receives a pat on the back An overall lead at Xmas more often than not means that the team has peaked during the first half of the season before going on to show signs of weakness This season unusually we have a manager who has led strongly from the very early weeks but who still has a full supply of substitutes in reserve This bodes ill for the other managers as even though he has been professionally hunted down to the point that his lead is now meagre (or even gone by the time this is published) Steven Fockema still holds all the aces given that his reserves remain intact while the chasersrsquo have been used up to varying degrees
Daft3Punks
GK Tim Krul (newcastle United) 25m ndash Out injured from the beginning of September until the end of November No proper form assessment possible so far this season and his team are in apparent gradual creep towards the relegation zone Rating 825
deF Jose enrique (Liverpool) 35m ndash At a work-in-progress team Now playing regularly as a midfielder and showing positive form Rating 85
deF daniel Agger (Liverpool) 4m ndash Still more bluster and posing than glory Rating 825
deF Winston Reid (West Ham) 1m ndash Doing New Zealand proud in the Premier League at his price West Ham may not secure a greater number of clean sheets in the second half of the season however Rating 80
deF Jan Vertonghen (Tottenham Hotspur) 45m ndash Handsome driving Belgian vanilla One of the stars of the season thus far Rating 90
mId Gareth Bale (Tottenham Hotspur) 55m ndash The most impressive individual player in the current Premier League Rating 915
mId michu (Swansea city) 2m ndash Incredible value at his price A natural goal-scorer extraordinaire who also gets around and shows versatility Rating 90
mId Yaya Toure (manchester city) 45m ndash Nowhere close to his form of the previous season even if that can change in the second half of this one Rating 850
FWd Fabio Borini (Liverpool) 3m ndash Tipped here to eventually do well but long-term injury befell him just at the time he was settling into his new team and system Rating 80
FWd olivier Giroud (Arsenal) 45m ndash Has been nudging levels above average of late Rating 850
FWd Papiss cisse (newcastle United) 5m ndash Another player showing an astonishing fall from the excellence of the final third of the previous season Newcastle United appear to need re-styling quickly Rating 825
overall rating 9340 (max 100)
The New Year will only bring fireworks given the keen match-up between FFG-CL managers
By Denson Pierre
The Gold Room
88
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CZECH REPUBLIC - STUNNINGLY DIFFERENT
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ndash
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Silent nights
Winter nights are well suited to staying indoors in the warmth especially after dark Not everyone is a lowland bear however and most of us need thoughtful stimulation to keep smiling through cold nights spent away from living quarters Luckily for Amsterdammers who pay attention from time to time extremely interesting and creative happenings are staged at a price anyone can afford The idea is simple tour the lights of lsquoNew Cityrsquo Amsterdam at night spending a couple of hours on a sturdy comfortable and warm (enclosed) historical craft The city falls silent as soon as you leave the pier and the transformation is complete when the city becomes simply unrecognisable with its flat lines interrupted by a few high-rising buildings shimmering back at you Some things in Amsterdam remain refreshingly surprising even to its well-cured darlings Not much beats having couple glasses of wine while splashing across the IJsselmeer and struggling to figure out which section of the city you are gazing upon through the silence of an icy night
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The Sentinel took up the enthusiastic invitation from the people of the annually occurring Dutch-Lithuanian art event on December 1 The Dutch aspect of the event day and night together with the displayed art was not particularly significant in this case however given that it was one of the more complete cultural cuisine musical and heartily drinking events that the recent European Union arrivalrsquos creative set could conjure with the help of their foreign desk and local culture funds A well produced and expansive programme could be sampled and lightning insight garnered into the culture and artistic impressions of a pearl of Baltic civilisation Vilnius met Amsterdam It just may be time for this e-zine to delve even deeper into Lithuania
See wwwltartnl
Iron Wolves
By Denson Pierre
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MechelenAuthentic and full of surprises Thatrsquos Mechelen Hospitable and honourable Thatrsquos the people of Mechelen Come and experience the cityrsquos urban charms for yourself Mechelen
Authentic and full of surprises Thatrsquos Mechelen Hospitable and honourable Thatrsquos the people of Mechelen Come and experience the cityrsquos urban charms for yourself
photography copy Layla Aerts
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CafeacuteBar Review Batavia 1920
lsquoClassic bar art embraces you as you enterrsquo
cafebar review60
Batavia 1920Prins Hendrikkade 85 1012 AE Amsterdam
It is always handy to know of a wholesome cafeacutebar that ticks all the boxes even if it happens to be located at the busiest point of the old city (obliquely opposite Central Station) Over the course of the different seasons I managed to assess this fine establishment which serves as another reminder of what good honest bars are all about There is still quality available in Amsterdam
AmbianceThoughtful solid furniture easy lighting and classic bar art embraces you as you enter With a chess club professional dart board regular parties and borrels the vibe ranges daily from mellow to vibrant Rating 5
StaffregularsOn my most recent visit I had the pleasure of Elizabeth and Jamie leading the service but staff members are always experienced service is quick and drinks are de-livered with fresh smiles whoever happens to be work-ing The regulars are plentiful and the bar emanates the energy of a good professional lsquoIrishrsquo bar attracting an eclectic international mix to this super-central location It is a perfect meeting point for friends from any cardi-nal direction with the national transportation hub being literally just across the road Rating 5
Televised sportAmple flat screens and channels Rating 4
PricesIn general the prices are standard Central Amsterdam levels which is sadly typical of grand cafeacutes in this post-code area What works in Bataviarsquos favour is that it has an above-average selection of lsquoBelgian beautiesrsquo (beer) on offer Given the advised dosage having two or three should not leave you broke or broken The kitchen also has quite a strong reputation for above-average pub fare The Sunday roast dinner is especially popular and keeps folk who like that sort of thing coming back as often as they can afford it Rating 3
MusicGenuinely diverse popular and world music from a crisp-sounding digital sound system and staff members seem to have cool taste in music Rating 5
Smoking area provisionThere is a large smoking room on the lower level Sim-ple and ingenious air-conditioning allows you to spend your full upstairs session there without the sense of be-ing fumigated If you were not told about the smoking area below you would not know there was one Rating 5
Total rating 2730(Ratings from 1-5 where 1 = Very poor and 5 = Excel-lent)
By Denson Pierre
lsquoA perfect meeting point for friends from any cardinal directionrsquo
cafebar review6
1
lsquoIt has an above-average selection of lsquoBelgian beautiesrsquorsquo
cafebar review62
lsquoStaff members seem to have cool taste in musicrsquo
cafebar review63
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star beer guide
The SentinelStar beer guide
lsquoFind the better bars serving it at the right price in the New Yearrsquo
Clever marketing and an effective pricing campaign has led to this A-class standard-bearing blonde becoming one of the most easily found lsquorealrsquo beers in Amsterdam cafeacutes and bars With its distinctive charisma and fresh fruity taste it sits just on the edge in terms of strength and only the brave and seasoned can be found using it as a session beer Prices across Amsterdam for the same Trappist-glass measure can range dramatically from euro 250 to euro 425 per glass so there is fun to be had trying to find the better bars serving it at the right price in the New Year Your search will be rewarded by this cool classic
Grimbergen Blonde is brewed by Alken-Maes Alken Belgium
By Denson Pierre
GRIMBERGEN BLONDE (67 ABV)
67star beer guide
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BRING BACK
A substantial amount of the culture on mainland Europe revolves around platinum-standard beer of various descriptions and fl avours being easily available Amsterdam is not lacking in cafeacutes bars off licences supermarkets and online outlets stocking truly great beers available either immediately or within 24 hours With the growing popularity of high-yeast and high alcohol by volume brands how these drinks are served is a cause for concern however
Led by the Belgians and French the art of designing a glass that refl ects the individual quality of the liquid experience within is among these productsrsquo most out-standing features after their fl avour and power to in-toxicate Any beer of decent repute has its own glass in which it is intended to be served This always takes the form and size of a sensible measure to ensure a taste experience at the correct temperature and allow people to enjoy the evoked sensations before fi nding them-selves suddenly and blindingly drunk What we now often fi nd in tourist-pressed Amsterdam are these lsquoreal beersrsquo being off ered and served to ignorant punters in pint (or half-litre) measures leading to people becom-ing drunk at speed and destroying the overall aesthetic of lsquobeering itrsquo with style
The Sentinel says bring back the serving of high-alco-hol-content drinks in appropriate measures and if pos-sible in the glasses especially designed for the purpose This would be desirable for all manner of reasons not least health and safety Barkeepers can be educators too and it shouldnrsquot be too diffi cult to persuade tourists (usually German British and Irish) who represent the majority of volume drinkers in the cityrsquos more desirable watering holes It is foolish greedy and uncouth to con-sume high-alcohol beverages in such volumes and not expect to end up senselessly drunk and ultimately spoil the whole experience Volume drinkers should simply be directed to the lsquopiss waterrsquo beers of which there are many to satiate their needs and leave the quality beer tours for when they have educated themselves in the culture and manner of consumption that ensures maxi-mum pleasure and above all style
By Denson Pierre
STYLED BEER GLASSES
69amsterdam city life
We find the best most fun most typical exciting or local favourite restaurants etcetera in Amsterdam and bring them to you an easy way to feel like a local
Het Compagnie Theater Amsterdam 12122012
Recommended
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EUROGIFTSXenonweg 9 3812 SZ Amersfoort
Tel 033 - 454 35 75 - Fax 033 - 454 35 79E-mail lmproefeurogiftsnl
Website wwweurogiftsnl
FILMPROEF
ORDERNUMMER 6021022ARTIKELNUMMER 65123
Ware grootte (indien uitgeprint)Kleur opdruk Wit
Mulligans Irish Music BarAmsterdamrsquos best address for live Irish music Five (5) nights a week Check our agenda for upcoming sessions
Cafeacute KostverlorenCafeacute Kostverloren is a contemporary cafe offering the cosiness of a saloon an open kitchen and the intimacy of a living room During summer there is a large sunny terrace and during winter an open fi replace
VibesVibes is a relaxing cafecocktail bar art gallery with a large selection of coffees herbal teas homemade cakes and an amazing card of cocktails made with fresh fruit by a professional cocktail bartenderEnjoy our Italian kitchen in a cosy and friendly atmosphere
IncantoIncanto is a restaurant with a classic Italian kitchen Venetian chef Simone Ambrosin is known for his pure and simple style of cooking with feeling for nuance The wine list contains over 150 Italian wines
Planet RosePlanet Rose is the fi rst Caribbean restaurant in the Netherlands which specializes in Jamaican cuisine The menu features a daily changing selection of JamaicanCaribbean dishes and they ensure that you enjoy the whole expe-rience while dining with them
Cafe TisfrisCafe Tisfris is recognisable for its landmarks funky pillars and terrace Tisfris offers a friendly service and is a great pit stop for ldquoyummyrdquo refreshments
Cafe restaurant EdelCafe restaurant Edel is the perfect place for lunch dinner or to simply enjoy a drink Edel is a unique place in Amsterdam
Cafeacute OportoCafeacute Oporto is a traditional Amsterdam lsquobrown cafersquo Welcoming tourists and regular customers alike they offer televised sports wireless internet connection and a wide range of reasonably priced beers and spirits
Connoisseurs Delight Fun Drinking amp MusicTo Be Seen and Tasted
To Be Seen and Tasted
Fun Drinking amp Music
Connoisseurs Delight
Connoisseurs Delight
To Be Seen and Tasted
Neighbourhood cosy
Opera Prima - Patisserie Bistro TraiteurThe best place in town for lunch exquisite high teas or brunches and all of your luxury catering both private and corporate
Kinkerstraat 228 Amsterdamwwwoperaprimanl
St Antoniebreestraat 142 Amsterdamwwwtisfrisnl
Postjesweg 1 1057 DT Amsterdamwwwedelamsterdamnl
Zoutsteeg 1 1012 LX Amsterdamwwwcafeoportonethome
Amstel 100 1017 AC Amsterdamwwwmulligansnl
2e Kostverlorenkade 70 Amsterdamwwwcafekostverlorennl
Jan Pieter Heijestraat 137 Amsterdamwwwwixcomvibes137vibes
Amstel 2 Amsterdamwwwrestaurant-incantonl
Nicolaas Beetsstraat 47 Amsterdamwwwplanetroseinfo
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Where is this inAmsterdam
72spotted
Room 2cfilm
This is the one that will make you pause James Stewart one of my top ten actors of all time plays a businessman fighting to keep his life and family together while everything is crashing down around him In steps an lsquoangelrsquo to try and convince him that life is not as bad as it seems and that other people would be a lot worse off without him Probably the highest rated film Irsquove ever reviewed and one of the most Christmas-delicious I know
Could you walk 2400 kilometres while being pursued with little more than a longing to return to your homeland and mother to keep you and your dependant companions going Would you do this twice This utterly moving film highlights the true-life Australian apartheid practices of the twentieth century and the trauma it caused to native Australians The barren landscapes provide the perfect backdrop for compelling cinema-tography and its dryness will be irrigated by your tears
By David King
By dpmotions
Itrsquos a Wonderful Life (1946)
Rabbit-Proof Fence (2002)
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74trends
lsquoFacebook in particular is responsible for exacerbating unspoken competitivenessrsquo
By Dirkje Bakker-Pierre
Trends in the food industry are moving faster than lightning and are harder and harder to keep up with When you are all geared up to create your own artsy cupcakes all of a sudden cupcakes are out and macaroons are the flavour of the day
Sweat dripping and cheeks burning with stress levels going through the roof women all around the country have been toiling night and day to create just the right pimped-up cakes (completely covered in layers of pink and red marzipan tiny silver sugar balls and rose petals made from feather-light sugar) which look like they come from one of the newly popped-up cupcake shops Facebook in particular is responsible for exacerbating unspoken competitiveness due to images being posted of better looking and prettier cakes just after you posted your own in comparison pretty sad creations forcing you back into the kitchen to try again
One day itrsquos cutting out names from layers of chocolate the next itrsquos squirting curls and swirls of rainbow colours or grating organic carrots for the rather awkward lsquohealthyrsquo version the carrot cupcake
Shops have adjusted their aisles to make way for endless shelves of specialised products in all ranges of sweetness and multicoloured cuteness shapes tools mixtures and machines It is a whole world of custom products which just keeps growing and changing and you need to keep up with it all or risk being hopelessly left behind There are pink-coloured cook books workshops websites self-help groups and neglected overweight children crying for something non-sweet for once
But then after all your attempts and when you finally think you have achieved perfection before you know it you make a complete fool of yourself by serving the wrong type of sweet and colourful titbits because a new trend has already arrived That really makes you feel like a macaroon
All Caked Out
75trends
Winter solstice is an exciting time of year when we all start dreaming of more sun more light and more inspiration Continuing the gemstone theme I would like to draw your attention to the very lovely and sparkling sunstone also known as heliolite It is the official gemstone of the US state of Oregon which is a prime source for this beautiful gem The name heliolite is derived from the Greek lsquoheliosrsquo and lsquolithosrsquo which mean lsquosunrsquo and lsquostonersquo It was first discovered in Viking burial mounds but despite its long history is not found in abundance
Sunstone is metallic in appearance and comes in red orange or green colours However cleaner red sunstone is very rare and commands proper gemstone prices The stone is a composite of oligoclase feldspar which also contains hematite or goethite The presence of hematite or goethite gives the stone its ability to reflect light hence the name sunstone Sunstone is said to be an inspiration stone able to bestow freedom independence and happiness It also said to reduce fear alleviate stress and bring good luck in any game of chance This sparkly stone has a further use in healing and is believed to endow its wearers with enhanced self-healing powers Other properties
Shine
By Evelina Kvartunaite
ndash
lsquoDreaming of more sun more light and more inspirationrsquo
ndash
include stimulating the vegetative autonomic nervous system and enhancing the harmonious functioning of all the bodyrsquos organs It is also quite helpful in cases of exhaustion due to lack of sleep
The gemstone is used to treat chronic sore throats and relieves pain caused by stomach ulcers It has proved successful in alleviating Seasonal Affective Disorder (or SAD) and is also known for relieving cartilage problems rheumatism and general aches and pains Sunstone helps in dealing with depression and frees its wearers from feelings of discrimination and failure as well as from perceptions of an lsquoevil worldrsquo Sunstone increases a personrsquos sense of self-esteem and self-worth
Sunstone is particularly beneficial when used in sunshine or sunlight It brings abundance to a personrsquos life and transforms negative energy into positive energy
If you have any other helpful tips you would like to share please let me know at evelinakvartunaiteconsultancymarketmediacom
76health amp well-being
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lsquoBestow freedom independence and happinessrsquo
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lsquoIt has proved successful in alleviating Seasonal Affective
Disorderrsquo
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77health amp well-being
world this lsquotrickeryrsquo has moved online With todayrsquos short attention spans the potential to draw users to a website and retain them is a crucial skill which is rewarded by the revenue that can be generated based on how long a user stays on a website Link-baiting should have been foreseen since it is inevitable
Every click on a website is a revenue-generating moment in terms of advertising The amount of adverts to which you can expose an online user as they click to and through your website is the currency used to determine whether an advertising agency spends its budget on one publication over another Real journalism and insightful opinions once drove online traffic for web publications but link-baiting is now seriously derailing this approach
Most of the time the story behind the sensational link does not live up to expectations A typical example of this can be found in the online edition of the Watford Observer on Tuesday 31 July 2012 The link-bait read ldquoCameron Diaz vows to kick drug habit with help of stepdadrdquo However following the link or falling for the bait led to the underwhelming story ldquoDrug user Cameron Diaz of Broomfield Rise Abbots Langley has sworn to clean up his act with the help of his stepfatherrdquo Although the story was factually correct the intention of the publication was to trick the
One of my previous articles described how online technology publications are subverting reality by not correctly echoing the sentiments of the consuming public Part of the cause of this is that usually in a bid to counter the majority of lacklustre stories floating around they subvert reality to make it more interesting How many non-geeks really care about the advantages of modelling parallelism on serial programs with the Intelreg Advisor XE Itrsquos certainly not a typically newsworthy story
As a result an annoying phenomenon has slowly been building momentum This is now quite evident all over the internet and is destroying good journalism The phenomenon is called Link-baiting Our trustworthy source of internet knowledge describes Link-bait(ing) as anything ldquointeresting enough to catch peoplersquos attentionrdquo (httpenwikipediaorgwikiLink_bait)
Link-baiting is synonymous with the sensational cover stories used on the front of magazines to entice people walking past to pick up the magazines and delve into them As with most things from the print
No news is good news
lsquoQuite evident all over the internet and is destroying good
journalismrsquo
By Simon Owusu
technology
TechBit Sio-Bytes
78
provider in America to the tune of US$ 400 million The initial story broke on the PRWEB website and the majority of online publications regurgitated the story with no additional insights such as the implications of such a deal which real journalism would call for None of them bothered to check the sources or the credibility of the story Millions of revenue-generating clicks later the more seasoned online publications such as CNN AllThings D and CNET broke the bigger story that the press release was fake and that both Google and ICOA Wireless had denied the story In a rush to break the story the first rule of journalism was contravened lsquoAlways check your sourcesrsquo
Given the transient nature of any false news stories posted on the internet these days the story quickly disappeared from most of the offending publications and today you will be hard pressed to find any mention of this slip-up The Sentinel we like to think always brings you the truth albeit typed on an iPad Mini so donrsquot count on us to follow such faulty phenomena and trends
online user into clicking on it due to the coincidental name-sharing of the Abbots Langley Cameron Diaz with the famous American actress Every link clicked demonstrates the potential for advertisers to reach larger audiences and generate revenue for the online publications
From the same school as link-baiting comes the phenomenon of lsquofirst past the postrsquo journalism within the advertising-driven online publication world In this type of journalism emphasis is placed on being first to publish or break a news story Online publications that are first to break a news story attract a high amount of traffic (which translates into large revenues generated by advertising) since they are the only source of that particular information for a short space of time Online users have no choice but to visit that particular site if they wish to read the scoop The downside of this is that in a bid to be first to reap the advertising revenues frequently news stories are not properly checked for credibility On Monday 26 November 2012 nearly every online technology publication published the story of Google purchasing ICOA Wireless a Wi-Fi hot-spot
lsquoFrequently news stories are not properly checked for credibilityrsquo
lsquolsquoAlways check your sourcesrsquorsquo
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these people in business suits are rushing to check in their business cases Irsquom manoeuvring my 19-metre ski bag between them Strange looks and questions donrsquot surprise me anymore The looks whispers and questions Irsquove had while on trains from one place to the next or on the tram after going to the beach on my way to the indoor slope this summer On the one hand they made me feel like I was some strange creature from another planet but on the other they got me extra stoked up about what Irsquom doing
As I write this itrsquos a week after I checked in my bags and Irsquom sitting in my favourite coffee shop Cuppa Joersquos in Breckenridge Colorado Over the past five days Irsquove been getting up every morning at around 630 am and getting out at around 800am Anyone who knows me will probably raise an eyebrow at this When Irsquom working at home on my photos and stories for the White Freeski Magazine where Irsquom editor-in-chief or on freelance assignments my daily rhythm is completely the opposite But I guess thatrsquos the nice thing about jetlag
Itrsquos hard to describe the feeling of finally getting back
You know that feeling of bubbly excitement you get when you are getting ready to go and do something yoursquove been anticipating for a long long time It might be finally nailing that presentation to finish up university cooking a great dinner for friends or excitement about meeting up with someone
Getting my bags out from the basement after they had been collecting dust for the past eight months prompted those feelings to rush through my veins once again Even though I donrsquot mind being home going to the beach and rehabbing my knee and visiting friends in different countries over the summer all this has taken place in the city and Irsquove been missing the mountains terribly As Irsquom getting my bags out it makes me realise that it really is almost time for me to click into my skis again and breathe in the fresh mountain air
After packing it was finally time to get on my flight to Denver Colorado on Monday morning While all
white outBubbles of Excitement
By Ananda van Welij
Just another girl from a country without mountains addicted to snow
lsquoGo and do something yoursquove been anticipating for a long long timersquo
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have ahead of me this winter Looking forward again instead of being bummed I try to focus on the bright side like I did while I was stuck at home rehabbing and walking on crutches Trying to be inspired by what I see around me and what others do and have instead of being frustrated by it
It makes me wonder about just working and meeting up with friends at home I know I have a privileged life as Irsquom sitting here but isnrsquot this something we all experience in our daily lives It can be hard to sit down let go of the frustration sadness and problems and look forward Itrsquos not always possible to do it overnight but I think that just trying makes you feel better and in the end it allows you to bubble with excitement again no matter if itrsquos for a day of skiing or for finishing that project
My new mission for this season is to stay positive and draw inspiration from the people and things around me Irsquoll let you know how Irsquom doing in three weeksrsquo time
onto my skis after being out for eight months due to a torn MCL Cruising down the hill feeling and hearing the snow crunch under my feet It might sound strange to you but to me itrsquos a special sort of magic I guess it has something to do with the dopamine your body makes while having a great rush of excitement Although Irsquom pretty tired right now and taking a day off from skiing just walking outside and knowing that I can go up the hill any moment I like makes me feel better
Being so excited to be back on the snow after an injury also has a downside It comes in the form of having to hold myself back Since my injury I havenrsquot been jumping or doing any crazy tricks Itrsquos hard seeing all my friends jump and having fun in the park knowing I really shouldnrsquot do any of that stuff yet My mind is screaming ldquoYou can do that toordquo But Irsquom scared of a repeat injury brought on by pushing myself too hard too fast I have to force myself to sit down talk to my friends and listen to their stories of having fun while being genuinely happy for them To enjoy the sun instead of freaking myself out eat some good food have a good laugh and think of all the fun trips I
lsquoExtra stoked up about what Irsquom doingrsquo
lsquoTo me itrsquos a special sort of magicrsquo
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We have reached the point of the season when the outstanding manager of the first half has his team profiled and receives a pat on the back An overall lead at Xmas more often than not means that the team has peaked during the first half of the season before going on to show signs of weakness This season unusually we have a manager who has led strongly from the very early weeks but who still has a full supply of substitutes in reserve This bodes ill for the other managers as even though he has been professionally hunted down to the point that his lead is now meagre (or even gone by the time this is published) Steven Fockema still holds all the aces given that his reserves remain intact while the chasersrsquo have been used up to varying degrees
Daft3Punks
GK Tim Krul (newcastle United) 25m ndash Out injured from the beginning of September until the end of November No proper form assessment possible so far this season and his team are in apparent gradual creep towards the relegation zone Rating 825
deF Jose enrique (Liverpool) 35m ndash At a work-in-progress team Now playing regularly as a midfielder and showing positive form Rating 85
deF daniel Agger (Liverpool) 4m ndash Still more bluster and posing than glory Rating 825
deF Winston Reid (West Ham) 1m ndash Doing New Zealand proud in the Premier League at his price West Ham may not secure a greater number of clean sheets in the second half of the season however Rating 80
deF Jan Vertonghen (Tottenham Hotspur) 45m ndash Handsome driving Belgian vanilla One of the stars of the season thus far Rating 90
mId Gareth Bale (Tottenham Hotspur) 55m ndash The most impressive individual player in the current Premier League Rating 915
mId michu (Swansea city) 2m ndash Incredible value at his price A natural goal-scorer extraordinaire who also gets around and shows versatility Rating 90
mId Yaya Toure (manchester city) 45m ndash Nowhere close to his form of the previous season even if that can change in the second half of this one Rating 850
FWd Fabio Borini (Liverpool) 3m ndash Tipped here to eventually do well but long-term injury befell him just at the time he was settling into his new team and system Rating 80
FWd olivier Giroud (Arsenal) 45m ndash Has been nudging levels above average of late Rating 850
FWd Papiss cisse (newcastle United) 5m ndash Another player showing an astonishing fall from the excellence of the final third of the previous season Newcastle United appear to need re-styling quickly Rating 825
overall rating 9340 (max 100)
The New Year will only bring fireworks given the keen match-up between FFG-CL managers
By Denson Pierre
The Gold Room
88
sport
89sport
wwwczechtourismcom
CZECH REPUBLIC - STUNNINGLY DIFFERENT
90
classifi eds
travel33
travel34
travel
ndash
lsquoHong Kong is the capital of international cuisine ndash so try everythingrsquo
ndash
35
36classifi eds
37classifieds
city gems38
Silent nights
Winter nights are well suited to staying indoors in the warmth especially after dark Not everyone is a lowland bear however and most of us need thoughtful stimulation to keep smiling through cold nights spent away from living quarters Luckily for Amsterdammers who pay attention from time to time extremely interesting and creative happenings are staged at a price anyone can afford The idea is simple tour the lights of lsquoNew Cityrsquo Amsterdam at night spending a couple of hours on a sturdy comfortable and warm (enclosed) historical craft The city falls silent as soon as you leave the pier and the transformation is complete when the city becomes simply unrecognisable with its flat lines interrupted by a few high-rising buildings shimmering back at you Some things in Amsterdam remain refreshingly surprising even to its well-cured darlings Not much beats having couple glasses of wine while splashing across the IJsselmeer and struggling to figure out which section of the city you are gazing upon through the silence of an icy night
Watch out for repeats wwwlichtophetijnl
city gems
By Denson Pierre
39
city gems4
0
city gems41
city gems42
city gems4
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city gems4
4
city gems4
5
city gems4
6
city gems47
The Sentinel took up the enthusiastic invitation from the people of the annually occurring Dutch-Lithuanian art event on December 1 The Dutch aspect of the event day and night together with the displayed art was not particularly significant in this case however given that it was one of the more complete cultural cuisine musical and heartily drinking events that the recent European Union arrivalrsquos creative set could conjure with the help of their foreign desk and local culture funds A well produced and expansive programme could be sampled and lightning insight garnered into the culture and artistic impressions of a pearl of Baltic civilisation Vilnius met Amsterdam It just may be time for this e-zine to delve even deeper into Lithuania
See wwwltartnl
Iron Wolves
By Denson Pierre
art4
8
art4
9
50art
51art
52art
53art
54art
55art
56art
art57
58classifi eds
MechelenAuthentic and full of surprises Thatrsquos Mechelen Hospitable and honourable Thatrsquos the people of Mechelen Come and experience the cityrsquos urban charms for yourself Mechelen
Authentic and full of surprises Thatrsquos Mechelen Hospitable and honourable Thatrsquos the people of Mechelen Come and experience the cityrsquos urban charms for yourself
photography copy Layla Aerts
59classifieds
CafeacuteBar Review Batavia 1920
lsquoClassic bar art embraces you as you enterrsquo
cafebar review60
Batavia 1920Prins Hendrikkade 85 1012 AE Amsterdam
It is always handy to know of a wholesome cafeacutebar that ticks all the boxes even if it happens to be located at the busiest point of the old city (obliquely opposite Central Station) Over the course of the different seasons I managed to assess this fine establishment which serves as another reminder of what good honest bars are all about There is still quality available in Amsterdam
AmbianceThoughtful solid furniture easy lighting and classic bar art embraces you as you enter With a chess club professional dart board regular parties and borrels the vibe ranges daily from mellow to vibrant Rating 5
StaffregularsOn my most recent visit I had the pleasure of Elizabeth and Jamie leading the service but staff members are always experienced service is quick and drinks are de-livered with fresh smiles whoever happens to be work-ing The regulars are plentiful and the bar emanates the energy of a good professional lsquoIrishrsquo bar attracting an eclectic international mix to this super-central location It is a perfect meeting point for friends from any cardi-nal direction with the national transportation hub being literally just across the road Rating 5
Televised sportAmple flat screens and channels Rating 4
PricesIn general the prices are standard Central Amsterdam levels which is sadly typical of grand cafeacutes in this post-code area What works in Bataviarsquos favour is that it has an above-average selection of lsquoBelgian beautiesrsquo (beer) on offer Given the advised dosage having two or three should not leave you broke or broken The kitchen also has quite a strong reputation for above-average pub fare The Sunday roast dinner is especially popular and keeps folk who like that sort of thing coming back as often as they can afford it Rating 3
MusicGenuinely diverse popular and world music from a crisp-sounding digital sound system and staff members seem to have cool taste in music Rating 5
Smoking area provisionThere is a large smoking room on the lower level Sim-ple and ingenious air-conditioning allows you to spend your full upstairs session there without the sense of be-ing fumigated If you were not told about the smoking area below you would not know there was one Rating 5
Total rating 2730(Ratings from 1-5 where 1 = Very poor and 5 = Excel-lent)
By Denson Pierre
lsquoA perfect meeting point for friends from any cardinal directionrsquo
cafebar review6
1
lsquoIt has an above-average selection of lsquoBelgian beautiesrsquorsquo
cafebar review62
lsquoStaff members seem to have cool taste in musicrsquo
cafebar review63
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Packages includebull Hidden and playful Prague (for families with young children)bull Literary Praguebull Prague Architecture through the agesbull Religion and the citybull The old city at night
These are detailed tours designed for visitors who wish to explore with great detail and not suitable for simply sight-seeing tourists
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star beer guide
The SentinelStar beer guide
lsquoFind the better bars serving it at the right price in the New Yearrsquo
Clever marketing and an effective pricing campaign has led to this A-class standard-bearing blonde becoming one of the most easily found lsquorealrsquo beers in Amsterdam cafeacutes and bars With its distinctive charisma and fresh fruity taste it sits just on the edge in terms of strength and only the brave and seasoned can be found using it as a session beer Prices across Amsterdam for the same Trappist-glass measure can range dramatically from euro 250 to euro 425 per glass so there is fun to be had trying to find the better bars serving it at the right price in the New Year Your search will be rewarded by this cool classic
Grimbergen Blonde is brewed by Alken-Maes Alken Belgium
By Denson Pierre
GRIMBERGEN BLONDE (67 ABV)
67star beer guide
68
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BRING BACK
A substantial amount of the culture on mainland Europe revolves around platinum-standard beer of various descriptions and fl avours being easily available Amsterdam is not lacking in cafeacutes bars off licences supermarkets and online outlets stocking truly great beers available either immediately or within 24 hours With the growing popularity of high-yeast and high alcohol by volume brands how these drinks are served is a cause for concern however
Led by the Belgians and French the art of designing a glass that refl ects the individual quality of the liquid experience within is among these productsrsquo most out-standing features after their fl avour and power to in-toxicate Any beer of decent repute has its own glass in which it is intended to be served This always takes the form and size of a sensible measure to ensure a taste experience at the correct temperature and allow people to enjoy the evoked sensations before fi nding them-selves suddenly and blindingly drunk What we now often fi nd in tourist-pressed Amsterdam are these lsquoreal beersrsquo being off ered and served to ignorant punters in pint (or half-litre) measures leading to people becom-ing drunk at speed and destroying the overall aesthetic of lsquobeering itrsquo with style
The Sentinel says bring back the serving of high-alco-hol-content drinks in appropriate measures and if pos-sible in the glasses especially designed for the purpose This would be desirable for all manner of reasons not least health and safety Barkeepers can be educators too and it shouldnrsquot be too diffi cult to persuade tourists (usually German British and Irish) who represent the majority of volume drinkers in the cityrsquos more desirable watering holes It is foolish greedy and uncouth to con-sume high-alcohol beverages in such volumes and not expect to end up senselessly drunk and ultimately spoil the whole experience Volume drinkers should simply be directed to the lsquopiss waterrsquo beers of which there are many to satiate their needs and leave the quality beer tours for when they have educated themselves in the culture and manner of consumption that ensures maxi-mum pleasure and above all style
By Denson Pierre
STYLED BEER GLASSES
69amsterdam city life
We find the best most fun most typical exciting or local favourite restaurants etcetera in Amsterdam and bring them to you an easy way to feel like a local
Het Compagnie Theater Amsterdam 12122012
Recommended
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EUROGIFTSXenonweg 9 3812 SZ Amersfoort
Tel 033 - 454 35 75 - Fax 033 - 454 35 79E-mail lmproefeurogiftsnl
Website wwweurogiftsnl
FILMPROEF
ORDERNUMMER 6021022ARTIKELNUMMER 65123
Ware grootte (indien uitgeprint)Kleur opdruk Wit
Mulligans Irish Music BarAmsterdamrsquos best address for live Irish music Five (5) nights a week Check our agenda for upcoming sessions
Cafeacute KostverlorenCafeacute Kostverloren is a contemporary cafe offering the cosiness of a saloon an open kitchen and the intimacy of a living room During summer there is a large sunny terrace and during winter an open fi replace
VibesVibes is a relaxing cafecocktail bar art gallery with a large selection of coffees herbal teas homemade cakes and an amazing card of cocktails made with fresh fruit by a professional cocktail bartenderEnjoy our Italian kitchen in a cosy and friendly atmosphere
IncantoIncanto is a restaurant with a classic Italian kitchen Venetian chef Simone Ambrosin is known for his pure and simple style of cooking with feeling for nuance The wine list contains over 150 Italian wines
Planet RosePlanet Rose is the fi rst Caribbean restaurant in the Netherlands which specializes in Jamaican cuisine The menu features a daily changing selection of JamaicanCaribbean dishes and they ensure that you enjoy the whole expe-rience while dining with them
Cafe TisfrisCafe Tisfris is recognisable for its landmarks funky pillars and terrace Tisfris offers a friendly service and is a great pit stop for ldquoyummyrdquo refreshments
Cafe restaurant EdelCafe restaurant Edel is the perfect place for lunch dinner or to simply enjoy a drink Edel is a unique place in Amsterdam
Cafeacute OportoCafeacute Oporto is a traditional Amsterdam lsquobrown cafersquo Welcoming tourists and regular customers alike they offer televised sports wireless internet connection and a wide range of reasonably priced beers and spirits
Connoisseurs Delight Fun Drinking amp MusicTo Be Seen and Tasted
To Be Seen and Tasted
Fun Drinking amp Music
Connoisseurs Delight
Connoisseurs Delight
To Be Seen and Tasted
Neighbourhood cosy
Opera Prima - Patisserie Bistro TraiteurThe best place in town for lunch exquisite high teas or brunches and all of your luxury catering both private and corporate
Kinkerstraat 228 Amsterdamwwwoperaprimanl
St Antoniebreestraat 142 Amsterdamwwwtisfrisnl
Postjesweg 1 1057 DT Amsterdamwwwedelamsterdamnl
Zoutsteeg 1 1012 LX Amsterdamwwwcafeoportonethome
Amstel 100 1017 AC Amsterdamwwwmulligansnl
2e Kostverlorenkade 70 Amsterdamwwwcafekostverlorennl
Jan Pieter Heijestraat 137 Amsterdamwwwwixcomvibes137vibes
Amstel 2 Amsterdamwwwrestaurant-incantonl
Nicolaas Beetsstraat 47 Amsterdamwwwplanetroseinfo
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Where is this inAmsterdam
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Room 2cfilm
This is the one that will make you pause James Stewart one of my top ten actors of all time plays a businessman fighting to keep his life and family together while everything is crashing down around him In steps an lsquoangelrsquo to try and convince him that life is not as bad as it seems and that other people would be a lot worse off without him Probably the highest rated film Irsquove ever reviewed and one of the most Christmas-delicious I know
Could you walk 2400 kilometres while being pursued with little more than a longing to return to your homeland and mother to keep you and your dependant companions going Would you do this twice This utterly moving film highlights the true-life Australian apartheid practices of the twentieth century and the trauma it caused to native Australians The barren landscapes provide the perfect backdrop for compelling cinema-tography and its dryness will be irrigated by your tears
By David King
By dpmotions
Itrsquos a Wonderful Life (1946)
Rabbit-Proof Fence (2002)
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74trends
lsquoFacebook in particular is responsible for exacerbating unspoken competitivenessrsquo
By Dirkje Bakker-Pierre
Trends in the food industry are moving faster than lightning and are harder and harder to keep up with When you are all geared up to create your own artsy cupcakes all of a sudden cupcakes are out and macaroons are the flavour of the day
Sweat dripping and cheeks burning with stress levels going through the roof women all around the country have been toiling night and day to create just the right pimped-up cakes (completely covered in layers of pink and red marzipan tiny silver sugar balls and rose petals made from feather-light sugar) which look like they come from one of the newly popped-up cupcake shops Facebook in particular is responsible for exacerbating unspoken competitiveness due to images being posted of better looking and prettier cakes just after you posted your own in comparison pretty sad creations forcing you back into the kitchen to try again
One day itrsquos cutting out names from layers of chocolate the next itrsquos squirting curls and swirls of rainbow colours or grating organic carrots for the rather awkward lsquohealthyrsquo version the carrot cupcake
Shops have adjusted their aisles to make way for endless shelves of specialised products in all ranges of sweetness and multicoloured cuteness shapes tools mixtures and machines It is a whole world of custom products which just keeps growing and changing and you need to keep up with it all or risk being hopelessly left behind There are pink-coloured cook books workshops websites self-help groups and neglected overweight children crying for something non-sweet for once
But then after all your attempts and when you finally think you have achieved perfection before you know it you make a complete fool of yourself by serving the wrong type of sweet and colourful titbits because a new trend has already arrived That really makes you feel like a macaroon
All Caked Out
75trends
Winter solstice is an exciting time of year when we all start dreaming of more sun more light and more inspiration Continuing the gemstone theme I would like to draw your attention to the very lovely and sparkling sunstone also known as heliolite It is the official gemstone of the US state of Oregon which is a prime source for this beautiful gem The name heliolite is derived from the Greek lsquoheliosrsquo and lsquolithosrsquo which mean lsquosunrsquo and lsquostonersquo It was first discovered in Viking burial mounds but despite its long history is not found in abundance
Sunstone is metallic in appearance and comes in red orange or green colours However cleaner red sunstone is very rare and commands proper gemstone prices The stone is a composite of oligoclase feldspar which also contains hematite or goethite The presence of hematite or goethite gives the stone its ability to reflect light hence the name sunstone Sunstone is said to be an inspiration stone able to bestow freedom independence and happiness It also said to reduce fear alleviate stress and bring good luck in any game of chance This sparkly stone has a further use in healing and is believed to endow its wearers with enhanced self-healing powers Other properties
Shine
By Evelina Kvartunaite
ndash
lsquoDreaming of more sun more light and more inspirationrsquo
ndash
include stimulating the vegetative autonomic nervous system and enhancing the harmonious functioning of all the bodyrsquos organs It is also quite helpful in cases of exhaustion due to lack of sleep
The gemstone is used to treat chronic sore throats and relieves pain caused by stomach ulcers It has proved successful in alleviating Seasonal Affective Disorder (or SAD) and is also known for relieving cartilage problems rheumatism and general aches and pains Sunstone helps in dealing with depression and frees its wearers from feelings of discrimination and failure as well as from perceptions of an lsquoevil worldrsquo Sunstone increases a personrsquos sense of self-esteem and self-worth
Sunstone is particularly beneficial when used in sunshine or sunlight It brings abundance to a personrsquos life and transforms negative energy into positive energy
If you have any other helpful tips you would like to share please let me know at evelinakvartunaiteconsultancymarketmediacom
76health amp well-being
ndash
lsquoBestow freedom independence and happinessrsquo
ndash
ndash
lsquoIt has proved successful in alleviating Seasonal Affective
Disorderrsquo
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77health amp well-being
world this lsquotrickeryrsquo has moved online With todayrsquos short attention spans the potential to draw users to a website and retain them is a crucial skill which is rewarded by the revenue that can be generated based on how long a user stays on a website Link-baiting should have been foreseen since it is inevitable
Every click on a website is a revenue-generating moment in terms of advertising The amount of adverts to which you can expose an online user as they click to and through your website is the currency used to determine whether an advertising agency spends its budget on one publication over another Real journalism and insightful opinions once drove online traffic for web publications but link-baiting is now seriously derailing this approach
Most of the time the story behind the sensational link does not live up to expectations A typical example of this can be found in the online edition of the Watford Observer on Tuesday 31 July 2012 The link-bait read ldquoCameron Diaz vows to kick drug habit with help of stepdadrdquo However following the link or falling for the bait led to the underwhelming story ldquoDrug user Cameron Diaz of Broomfield Rise Abbots Langley has sworn to clean up his act with the help of his stepfatherrdquo Although the story was factually correct the intention of the publication was to trick the
One of my previous articles described how online technology publications are subverting reality by not correctly echoing the sentiments of the consuming public Part of the cause of this is that usually in a bid to counter the majority of lacklustre stories floating around they subvert reality to make it more interesting How many non-geeks really care about the advantages of modelling parallelism on serial programs with the Intelreg Advisor XE Itrsquos certainly not a typically newsworthy story
As a result an annoying phenomenon has slowly been building momentum This is now quite evident all over the internet and is destroying good journalism The phenomenon is called Link-baiting Our trustworthy source of internet knowledge describes Link-bait(ing) as anything ldquointeresting enough to catch peoplersquos attentionrdquo (httpenwikipediaorgwikiLink_bait)
Link-baiting is synonymous with the sensational cover stories used on the front of magazines to entice people walking past to pick up the magazines and delve into them As with most things from the print
No news is good news
lsquoQuite evident all over the internet and is destroying good
journalismrsquo
By Simon Owusu
technology
TechBit Sio-Bytes
78
provider in America to the tune of US$ 400 million The initial story broke on the PRWEB website and the majority of online publications regurgitated the story with no additional insights such as the implications of such a deal which real journalism would call for None of them bothered to check the sources or the credibility of the story Millions of revenue-generating clicks later the more seasoned online publications such as CNN AllThings D and CNET broke the bigger story that the press release was fake and that both Google and ICOA Wireless had denied the story In a rush to break the story the first rule of journalism was contravened lsquoAlways check your sourcesrsquo
Given the transient nature of any false news stories posted on the internet these days the story quickly disappeared from most of the offending publications and today you will be hard pressed to find any mention of this slip-up The Sentinel we like to think always brings you the truth albeit typed on an iPad Mini so donrsquot count on us to follow such faulty phenomena and trends
online user into clicking on it due to the coincidental name-sharing of the Abbots Langley Cameron Diaz with the famous American actress Every link clicked demonstrates the potential for advertisers to reach larger audiences and generate revenue for the online publications
From the same school as link-baiting comes the phenomenon of lsquofirst past the postrsquo journalism within the advertising-driven online publication world In this type of journalism emphasis is placed on being first to publish or break a news story Online publications that are first to break a news story attract a high amount of traffic (which translates into large revenues generated by advertising) since they are the only source of that particular information for a short space of time Online users have no choice but to visit that particular site if they wish to read the scoop The downside of this is that in a bid to be first to reap the advertising revenues frequently news stories are not properly checked for credibility On Monday 26 November 2012 nearly every online technology publication published the story of Google purchasing ICOA Wireless a Wi-Fi hot-spot
lsquoFrequently news stories are not properly checked for credibilityrsquo
lsquolsquoAlways check your sourcesrsquorsquo
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these people in business suits are rushing to check in their business cases Irsquom manoeuvring my 19-metre ski bag between them Strange looks and questions donrsquot surprise me anymore The looks whispers and questions Irsquove had while on trains from one place to the next or on the tram after going to the beach on my way to the indoor slope this summer On the one hand they made me feel like I was some strange creature from another planet but on the other they got me extra stoked up about what Irsquom doing
As I write this itrsquos a week after I checked in my bags and Irsquom sitting in my favourite coffee shop Cuppa Joersquos in Breckenridge Colorado Over the past five days Irsquove been getting up every morning at around 630 am and getting out at around 800am Anyone who knows me will probably raise an eyebrow at this When Irsquom working at home on my photos and stories for the White Freeski Magazine where Irsquom editor-in-chief or on freelance assignments my daily rhythm is completely the opposite But I guess thatrsquos the nice thing about jetlag
Itrsquos hard to describe the feeling of finally getting back
You know that feeling of bubbly excitement you get when you are getting ready to go and do something yoursquove been anticipating for a long long time It might be finally nailing that presentation to finish up university cooking a great dinner for friends or excitement about meeting up with someone
Getting my bags out from the basement after they had been collecting dust for the past eight months prompted those feelings to rush through my veins once again Even though I donrsquot mind being home going to the beach and rehabbing my knee and visiting friends in different countries over the summer all this has taken place in the city and Irsquove been missing the mountains terribly As Irsquom getting my bags out it makes me realise that it really is almost time for me to click into my skis again and breathe in the fresh mountain air
After packing it was finally time to get on my flight to Denver Colorado on Monday morning While all
white outBubbles of Excitement
By Ananda van Welij
Just another girl from a country without mountains addicted to snow
lsquoGo and do something yoursquove been anticipating for a long long timersquo
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have ahead of me this winter Looking forward again instead of being bummed I try to focus on the bright side like I did while I was stuck at home rehabbing and walking on crutches Trying to be inspired by what I see around me and what others do and have instead of being frustrated by it
It makes me wonder about just working and meeting up with friends at home I know I have a privileged life as Irsquom sitting here but isnrsquot this something we all experience in our daily lives It can be hard to sit down let go of the frustration sadness and problems and look forward Itrsquos not always possible to do it overnight but I think that just trying makes you feel better and in the end it allows you to bubble with excitement again no matter if itrsquos for a day of skiing or for finishing that project
My new mission for this season is to stay positive and draw inspiration from the people and things around me Irsquoll let you know how Irsquom doing in three weeksrsquo time
onto my skis after being out for eight months due to a torn MCL Cruising down the hill feeling and hearing the snow crunch under my feet It might sound strange to you but to me itrsquos a special sort of magic I guess it has something to do with the dopamine your body makes while having a great rush of excitement Although Irsquom pretty tired right now and taking a day off from skiing just walking outside and knowing that I can go up the hill any moment I like makes me feel better
Being so excited to be back on the snow after an injury also has a downside It comes in the form of having to hold myself back Since my injury I havenrsquot been jumping or doing any crazy tricks Itrsquos hard seeing all my friends jump and having fun in the park knowing I really shouldnrsquot do any of that stuff yet My mind is screaming ldquoYou can do that toordquo But Irsquom scared of a repeat injury brought on by pushing myself too hard too fast I have to force myself to sit down talk to my friends and listen to their stories of having fun while being genuinely happy for them To enjoy the sun instead of freaking myself out eat some good food have a good laugh and think of all the fun trips I
lsquoExtra stoked up about what Irsquom doingrsquo
lsquoTo me itrsquos a special sort of magicrsquo
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We have reached the point of the season when the outstanding manager of the first half has his team profiled and receives a pat on the back An overall lead at Xmas more often than not means that the team has peaked during the first half of the season before going on to show signs of weakness This season unusually we have a manager who has led strongly from the very early weeks but who still has a full supply of substitutes in reserve This bodes ill for the other managers as even though he has been professionally hunted down to the point that his lead is now meagre (or even gone by the time this is published) Steven Fockema still holds all the aces given that his reserves remain intact while the chasersrsquo have been used up to varying degrees
Daft3Punks
GK Tim Krul (newcastle United) 25m ndash Out injured from the beginning of September until the end of November No proper form assessment possible so far this season and his team are in apparent gradual creep towards the relegation zone Rating 825
deF Jose enrique (Liverpool) 35m ndash At a work-in-progress team Now playing regularly as a midfielder and showing positive form Rating 85
deF daniel Agger (Liverpool) 4m ndash Still more bluster and posing than glory Rating 825
deF Winston Reid (West Ham) 1m ndash Doing New Zealand proud in the Premier League at his price West Ham may not secure a greater number of clean sheets in the second half of the season however Rating 80
deF Jan Vertonghen (Tottenham Hotspur) 45m ndash Handsome driving Belgian vanilla One of the stars of the season thus far Rating 90
mId Gareth Bale (Tottenham Hotspur) 55m ndash The most impressive individual player in the current Premier League Rating 915
mId michu (Swansea city) 2m ndash Incredible value at his price A natural goal-scorer extraordinaire who also gets around and shows versatility Rating 90
mId Yaya Toure (manchester city) 45m ndash Nowhere close to his form of the previous season even if that can change in the second half of this one Rating 850
FWd Fabio Borini (Liverpool) 3m ndash Tipped here to eventually do well but long-term injury befell him just at the time he was settling into his new team and system Rating 80
FWd olivier Giroud (Arsenal) 45m ndash Has been nudging levels above average of late Rating 850
FWd Papiss cisse (newcastle United) 5m ndash Another player showing an astonishing fall from the excellence of the final third of the previous season Newcastle United appear to need re-styling quickly Rating 825
overall rating 9340 (max 100)
The New Year will only bring fireworks given the keen match-up between FFG-CL managers
By Denson Pierre
The Gold Room
88
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wwwczechtourismcom
CZECH REPUBLIC - STUNNINGLY DIFFERENT
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travel
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lsquoHong Kong is the capital of international cuisine ndash so try everythingrsquo
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Silent nights
Winter nights are well suited to staying indoors in the warmth especially after dark Not everyone is a lowland bear however and most of us need thoughtful stimulation to keep smiling through cold nights spent away from living quarters Luckily for Amsterdammers who pay attention from time to time extremely interesting and creative happenings are staged at a price anyone can afford The idea is simple tour the lights of lsquoNew Cityrsquo Amsterdam at night spending a couple of hours on a sturdy comfortable and warm (enclosed) historical craft The city falls silent as soon as you leave the pier and the transformation is complete when the city becomes simply unrecognisable with its flat lines interrupted by a few high-rising buildings shimmering back at you Some things in Amsterdam remain refreshingly surprising even to its well-cured darlings Not much beats having couple glasses of wine while splashing across the IJsselmeer and struggling to figure out which section of the city you are gazing upon through the silence of an icy night
Watch out for repeats wwwlichtophetijnl
city gems
By Denson Pierre
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The Sentinel took up the enthusiastic invitation from the people of the annually occurring Dutch-Lithuanian art event on December 1 The Dutch aspect of the event day and night together with the displayed art was not particularly significant in this case however given that it was one of the more complete cultural cuisine musical and heartily drinking events that the recent European Union arrivalrsquos creative set could conjure with the help of their foreign desk and local culture funds A well produced and expansive programme could be sampled and lightning insight garnered into the culture and artistic impressions of a pearl of Baltic civilisation Vilnius met Amsterdam It just may be time for this e-zine to delve even deeper into Lithuania
See wwwltartnl
Iron Wolves
By Denson Pierre
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MechelenAuthentic and full of surprises Thatrsquos Mechelen Hospitable and honourable Thatrsquos the people of Mechelen Come and experience the cityrsquos urban charms for yourself Mechelen
Authentic and full of surprises Thatrsquos Mechelen Hospitable and honourable Thatrsquos the people of Mechelen Come and experience the cityrsquos urban charms for yourself
photography copy Layla Aerts
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CafeacuteBar Review Batavia 1920
lsquoClassic bar art embraces you as you enterrsquo
cafebar review60
Batavia 1920Prins Hendrikkade 85 1012 AE Amsterdam
It is always handy to know of a wholesome cafeacutebar that ticks all the boxes even if it happens to be located at the busiest point of the old city (obliquely opposite Central Station) Over the course of the different seasons I managed to assess this fine establishment which serves as another reminder of what good honest bars are all about There is still quality available in Amsterdam
AmbianceThoughtful solid furniture easy lighting and classic bar art embraces you as you enter With a chess club professional dart board regular parties and borrels the vibe ranges daily from mellow to vibrant Rating 5
StaffregularsOn my most recent visit I had the pleasure of Elizabeth and Jamie leading the service but staff members are always experienced service is quick and drinks are de-livered with fresh smiles whoever happens to be work-ing The regulars are plentiful and the bar emanates the energy of a good professional lsquoIrishrsquo bar attracting an eclectic international mix to this super-central location It is a perfect meeting point for friends from any cardi-nal direction with the national transportation hub being literally just across the road Rating 5
Televised sportAmple flat screens and channels Rating 4
PricesIn general the prices are standard Central Amsterdam levels which is sadly typical of grand cafeacutes in this post-code area What works in Bataviarsquos favour is that it has an above-average selection of lsquoBelgian beautiesrsquo (beer) on offer Given the advised dosage having two or three should not leave you broke or broken The kitchen also has quite a strong reputation for above-average pub fare The Sunday roast dinner is especially popular and keeps folk who like that sort of thing coming back as often as they can afford it Rating 3
MusicGenuinely diverse popular and world music from a crisp-sounding digital sound system and staff members seem to have cool taste in music Rating 5
Smoking area provisionThere is a large smoking room on the lower level Sim-ple and ingenious air-conditioning allows you to spend your full upstairs session there without the sense of be-ing fumigated If you were not told about the smoking area below you would not know there was one Rating 5
Total rating 2730(Ratings from 1-5 where 1 = Very poor and 5 = Excel-lent)
By Denson Pierre
lsquoA perfect meeting point for friends from any cardinal directionrsquo
cafebar review6
1
lsquoIt has an above-average selection of lsquoBelgian beautiesrsquorsquo
cafebar review62
lsquoStaff members seem to have cool taste in musicrsquo
cafebar review63
For complete and world class tours of Prague
Packages includebull Hidden and playful Prague (for families with young children)bull Literary Praguebull Prague Architecture through the agesbull Religion and the citybull The old city at night
These are detailed tours designed for visitors who wish to explore with great detail and not suitable for simply sight-seeing tourists
Day segments and ratesPR 0800-1230hrs AG 1330-1630hrs UE 1730-2130hrsAll sessions are priced at u 25 per single adult Group size upper limit = 8 Accompanied children under the age of five are gratis and school aged children pay 25 Family package rates are negotiable
ContactJaroslav Cernosek+420 602 228 797Mail jcernosekcentrumcz
wwwyourtuliptourcom
JC Tours
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classifieds
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star beer guide
The SentinelStar beer guide
lsquoFind the better bars serving it at the right price in the New Yearrsquo
Clever marketing and an effective pricing campaign has led to this A-class standard-bearing blonde becoming one of the most easily found lsquorealrsquo beers in Amsterdam cafeacutes and bars With its distinctive charisma and fresh fruity taste it sits just on the edge in terms of strength and only the brave and seasoned can be found using it as a session beer Prices across Amsterdam for the same Trappist-glass measure can range dramatically from euro 250 to euro 425 per glass so there is fun to be had trying to find the better bars serving it at the right price in the New Year Your search will be rewarded by this cool classic
Grimbergen Blonde is brewed by Alken-Maes Alken Belgium
By Denson Pierre
GRIMBERGEN BLONDE (67 ABV)
67star beer guide
68
classifi edsclassifi eds
BRING BACK
A substantial amount of the culture on mainland Europe revolves around platinum-standard beer of various descriptions and fl avours being easily available Amsterdam is not lacking in cafeacutes bars off licences supermarkets and online outlets stocking truly great beers available either immediately or within 24 hours With the growing popularity of high-yeast and high alcohol by volume brands how these drinks are served is a cause for concern however
Led by the Belgians and French the art of designing a glass that refl ects the individual quality of the liquid experience within is among these productsrsquo most out-standing features after their fl avour and power to in-toxicate Any beer of decent repute has its own glass in which it is intended to be served This always takes the form and size of a sensible measure to ensure a taste experience at the correct temperature and allow people to enjoy the evoked sensations before fi nding them-selves suddenly and blindingly drunk What we now often fi nd in tourist-pressed Amsterdam are these lsquoreal beersrsquo being off ered and served to ignorant punters in pint (or half-litre) measures leading to people becom-ing drunk at speed and destroying the overall aesthetic of lsquobeering itrsquo with style
The Sentinel says bring back the serving of high-alco-hol-content drinks in appropriate measures and if pos-sible in the glasses especially designed for the purpose This would be desirable for all manner of reasons not least health and safety Barkeepers can be educators too and it shouldnrsquot be too diffi cult to persuade tourists (usually German British and Irish) who represent the majority of volume drinkers in the cityrsquos more desirable watering holes It is foolish greedy and uncouth to con-sume high-alcohol beverages in such volumes and not expect to end up senselessly drunk and ultimately spoil the whole experience Volume drinkers should simply be directed to the lsquopiss waterrsquo beers of which there are many to satiate their needs and leave the quality beer tours for when they have educated themselves in the culture and manner of consumption that ensures maxi-mum pleasure and above all style
By Denson Pierre
STYLED BEER GLASSES
69amsterdam city life
We find the best most fun most typical exciting or local favourite restaurants etcetera in Amsterdam and bring them to you an easy way to feel like a local
Het Compagnie Theater Amsterdam 12122012
Recommended
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EUROGIFTSXenonweg 9 3812 SZ Amersfoort
Tel 033 - 454 35 75 - Fax 033 - 454 35 79E-mail lmproefeurogiftsnl
Website wwweurogiftsnl
FILMPROEF
ORDERNUMMER 6021022ARTIKELNUMMER 65123
Ware grootte (indien uitgeprint)Kleur opdruk Wit
Mulligans Irish Music BarAmsterdamrsquos best address for live Irish music Five (5) nights a week Check our agenda for upcoming sessions
Cafeacute KostverlorenCafeacute Kostverloren is a contemporary cafe offering the cosiness of a saloon an open kitchen and the intimacy of a living room During summer there is a large sunny terrace and during winter an open fi replace
VibesVibes is a relaxing cafecocktail bar art gallery with a large selection of coffees herbal teas homemade cakes and an amazing card of cocktails made with fresh fruit by a professional cocktail bartenderEnjoy our Italian kitchen in a cosy and friendly atmosphere
IncantoIncanto is a restaurant with a classic Italian kitchen Venetian chef Simone Ambrosin is known for his pure and simple style of cooking with feeling for nuance The wine list contains over 150 Italian wines
Planet RosePlanet Rose is the fi rst Caribbean restaurant in the Netherlands which specializes in Jamaican cuisine The menu features a daily changing selection of JamaicanCaribbean dishes and they ensure that you enjoy the whole expe-rience while dining with them
Cafe TisfrisCafe Tisfris is recognisable for its landmarks funky pillars and terrace Tisfris offers a friendly service and is a great pit stop for ldquoyummyrdquo refreshments
Cafe restaurant EdelCafe restaurant Edel is the perfect place for lunch dinner or to simply enjoy a drink Edel is a unique place in Amsterdam
Cafeacute OportoCafeacute Oporto is a traditional Amsterdam lsquobrown cafersquo Welcoming tourists and regular customers alike they offer televised sports wireless internet connection and a wide range of reasonably priced beers and spirits
Connoisseurs Delight Fun Drinking amp MusicTo Be Seen and Tasted
To Be Seen and Tasted
Fun Drinking amp Music
Connoisseurs Delight
Connoisseurs Delight
To Be Seen and Tasted
Neighbourhood cosy
Opera Prima - Patisserie Bistro TraiteurThe best place in town for lunch exquisite high teas or brunches and all of your luxury catering both private and corporate
Kinkerstraat 228 Amsterdamwwwoperaprimanl
St Antoniebreestraat 142 Amsterdamwwwtisfrisnl
Postjesweg 1 1057 DT Amsterdamwwwedelamsterdamnl
Zoutsteeg 1 1012 LX Amsterdamwwwcafeoportonethome
Amstel 100 1017 AC Amsterdamwwwmulligansnl
2e Kostverlorenkade 70 Amsterdamwwwcafekostverlorennl
Jan Pieter Heijestraat 137 Amsterdamwwwwixcomvibes137vibes
Amstel 2 Amsterdamwwwrestaurant-incantonl
Nicolaas Beetsstraat 47 Amsterdamwwwplanetroseinfo
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Room 2cfilm
This is the one that will make you pause James Stewart one of my top ten actors of all time plays a businessman fighting to keep his life and family together while everything is crashing down around him In steps an lsquoangelrsquo to try and convince him that life is not as bad as it seems and that other people would be a lot worse off without him Probably the highest rated film Irsquove ever reviewed and one of the most Christmas-delicious I know
Could you walk 2400 kilometres while being pursued with little more than a longing to return to your homeland and mother to keep you and your dependant companions going Would you do this twice This utterly moving film highlights the true-life Australian apartheid practices of the twentieth century and the trauma it caused to native Australians The barren landscapes provide the perfect backdrop for compelling cinema-tography and its dryness will be irrigated by your tears
By David King
By dpmotions
Itrsquos a Wonderful Life (1946)
Rabbit-Proof Fence (2002)
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lsquoFacebook in particular is responsible for exacerbating unspoken competitivenessrsquo
By Dirkje Bakker-Pierre
Trends in the food industry are moving faster than lightning and are harder and harder to keep up with When you are all geared up to create your own artsy cupcakes all of a sudden cupcakes are out and macaroons are the flavour of the day
Sweat dripping and cheeks burning with stress levels going through the roof women all around the country have been toiling night and day to create just the right pimped-up cakes (completely covered in layers of pink and red marzipan tiny silver sugar balls and rose petals made from feather-light sugar) which look like they come from one of the newly popped-up cupcake shops Facebook in particular is responsible for exacerbating unspoken competitiveness due to images being posted of better looking and prettier cakes just after you posted your own in comparison pretty sad creations forcing you back into the kitchen to try again
One day itrsquos cutting out names from layers of chocolate the next itrsquos squirting curls and swirls of rainbow colours or grating organic carrots for the rather awkward lsquohealthyrsquo version the carrot cupcake
Shops have adjusted their aisles to make way for endless shelves of specialised products in all ranges of sweetness and multicoloured cuteness shapes tools mixtures and machines It is a whole world of custom products which just keeps growing and changing and you need to keep up with it all or risk being hopelessly left behind There are pink-coloured cook books workshops websites self-help groups and neglected overweight children crying for something non-sweet for once
But then after all your attempts and when you finally think you have achieved perfection before you know it you make a complete fool of yourself by serving the wrong type of sweet and colourful titbits because a new trend has already arrived That really makes you feel like a macaroon
All Caked Out
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Winter solstice is an exciting time of year when we all start dreaming of more sun more light and more inspiration Continuing the gemstone theme I would like to draw your attention to the very lovely and sparkling sunstone also known as heliolite It is the official gemstone of the US state of Oregon which is a prime source for this beautiful gem The name heliolite is derived from the Greek lsquoheliosrsquo and lsquolithosrsquo which mean lsquosunrsquo and lsquostonersquo It was first discovered in Viking burial mounds but despite its long history is not found in abundance
Sunstone is metallic in appearance and comes in red orange or green colours However cleaner red sunstone is very rare and commands proper gemstone prices The stone is a composite of oligoclase feldspar which also contains hematite or goethite The presence of hematite or goethite gives the stone its ability to reflect light hence the name sunstone Sunstone is said to be an inspiration stone able to bestow freedom independence and happiness It also said to reduce fear alleviate stress and bring good luck in any game of chance This sparkly stone has a further use in healing and is believed to endow its wearers with enhanced self-healing powers Other properties
Shine
By Evelina Kvartunaite
ndash
lsquoDreaming of more sun more light and more inspirationrsquo
ndash
include stimulating the vegetative autonomic nervous system and enhancing the harmonious functioning of all the bodyrsquos organs It is also quite helpful in cases of exhaustion due to lack of sleep
The gemstone is used to treat chronic sore throats and relieves pain caused by stomach ulcers It has proved successful in alleviating Seasonal Affective Disorder (or SAD) and is also known for relieving cartilage problems rheumatism and general aches and pains Sunstone helps in dealing with depression and frees its wearers from feelings of discrimination and failure as well as from perceptions of an lsquoevil worldrsquo Sunstone increases a personrsquos sense of self-esteem and self-worth
Sunstone is particularly beneficial when used in sunshine or sunlight It brings abundance to a personrsquos life and transforms negative energy into positive energy
If you have any other helpful tips you would like to share please let me know at evelinakvartunaiteconsultancymarketmediacom
76health amp well-being
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lsquoBestow freedom independence and happinessrsquo
ndash
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lsquoIt has proved successful in alleviating Seasonal Affective
Disorderrsquo
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world this lsquotrickeryrsquo has moved online With todayrsquos short attention spans the potential to draw users to a website and retain them is a crucial skill which is rewarded by the revenue that can be generated based on how long a user stays on a website Link-baiting should have been foreseen since it is inevitable
Every click on a website is a revenue-generating moment in terms of advertising The amount of adverts to which you can expose an online user as they click to and through your website is the currency used to determine whether an advertising agency spends its budget on one publication over another Real journalism and insightful opinions once drove online traffic for web publications but link-baiting is now seriously derailing this approach
Most of the time the story behind the sensational link does not live up to expectations A typical example of this can be found in the online edition of the Watford Observer on Tuesday 31 July 2012 The link-bait read ldquoCameron Diaz vows to kick drug habit with help of stepdadrdquo However following the link or falling for the bait led to the underwhelming story ldquoDrug user Cameron Diaz of Broomfield Rise Abbots Langley has sworn to clean up his act with the help of his stepfatherrdquo Although the story was factually correct the intention of the publication was to trick the
One of my previous articles described how online technology publications are subverting reality by not correctly echoing the sentiments of the consuming public Part of the cause of this is that usually in a bid to counter the majority of lacklustre stories floating around they subvert reality to make it more interesting How many non-geeks really care about the advantages of modelling parallelism on serial programs with the Intelreg Advisor XE Itrsquos certainly not a typically newsworthy story
As a result an annoying phenomenon has slowly been building momentum This is now quite evident all over the internet and is destroying good journalism The phenomenon is called Link-baiting Our trustworthy source of internet knowledge describes Link-bait(ing) as anything ldquointeresting enough to catch peoplersquos attentionrdquo (httpenwikipediaorgwikiLink_bait)
Link-baiting is synonymous with the sensational cover stories used on the front of magazines to entice people walking past to pick up the magazines and delve into them As with most things from the print
No news is good news
lsquoQuite evident all over the internet and is destroying good
journalismrsquo
By Simon Owusu
technology
TechBit Sio-Bytes
78
provider in America to the tune of US$ 400 million The initial story broke on the PRWEB website and the majority of online publications regurgitated the story with no additional insights such as the implications of such a deal which real journalism would call for None of them bothered to check the sources or the credibility of the story Millions of revenue-generating clicks later the more seasoned online publications such as CNN AllThings D and CNET broke the bigger story that the press release was fake and that both Google and ICOA Wireless had denied the story In a rush to break the story the first rule of journalism was contravened lsquoAlways check your sourcesrsquo
Given the transient nature of any false news stories posted on the internet these days the story quickly disappeared from most of the offending publications and today you will be hard pressed to find any mention of this slip-up The Sentinel we like to think always brings you the truth albeit typed on an iPad Mini so donrsquot count on us to follow such faulty phenomena and trends
online user into clicking on it due to the coincidental name-sharing of the Abbots Langley Cameron Diaz with the famous American actress Every link clicked demonstrates the potential for advertisers to reach larger audiences and generate revenue for the online publications
From the same school as link-baiting comes the phenomenon of lsquofirst past the postrsquo journalism within the advertising-driven online publication world In this type of journalism emphasis is placed on being first to publish or break a news story Online publications that are first to break a news story attract a high amount of traffic (which translates into large revenues generated by advertising) since they are the only source of that particular information for a short space of time Online users have no choice but to visit that particular site if they wish to read the scoop The downside of this is that in a bid to be first to reap the advertising revenues frequently news stories are not properly checked for credibility On Monday 26 November 2012 nearly every online technology publication published the story of Google purchasing ICOA Wireless a Wi-Fi hot-spot
lsquoFrequently news stories are not properly checked for credibilityrsquo
lsquolsquoAlways check your sourcesrsquorsquo
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these people in business suits are rushing to check in their business cases Irsquom manoeuvring my 19-metre ski bag between them Strange looks and questions donrsquot surprise me anymore The looks whispers and questions Irsquove had while on trains from one place to the next or on the tram after going to the beach on my way to the indoor slope this summer On the one hand they made me feel like I was some strange creature from another planet but on the other they got me extra stoked up about what Irsquom doing
As I write this itrsquos a week after I checked in my bags and Irsquom sitting in my favourite coffee shop Cuppa Joersquos in Breckenridge Colorado Over the past five days Irsquove been getting up every morning at around 630 am and getting out at around 800am Anyone who knows me will probably raise an eyebrow at this When Irsquom working at home on my photos and stories for the White Freeski Magazine where Irsquom editor-in-chief or on freelance assignments my daily rhythm is completely the opposite But I guess thatrsquos the nice thing about jetlag
Itrsquos hard to describe the feeling of finally getting back
You know that feeling of bubbly excitement you get when you are getting ready to go and do something yoursquove been anticipating for a long long time It might be finally nailing that presentation to finish up university cooking a great dinner for friends or excitement about meeting up with someone
Getting my bags out from the basement after they had been collecting dust for the past eight months prompted those feelings to rush through my veins once again Even though I donrsquot mind being home going to the beach and rehabbing my knee and visiting friends in different countries over the summer all this has taken place in the city and Irsquove been missing the mountains terribly As Irsquom getting my bags out it makes me realise that it really is almost time for me to click into my skis again and breathe in the fresh mountain air
After packing it was finally time to get on my flight to Denver Colorado on Monday morning While all
white outBubbles of Excitement
By Ananda van Welij
Just another girl from a country without mountains addicted to snow
lsquoGo and do something yoursquove been anticipating for a long long timersquo
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have ahead of me this winter Looking forward again instead of being bummed I try to focus on the bright side like I did while I was stuck at home rehabbing and walking on crutches Trying to be inspired by what I see around me and what others do and have instead of being frustrated by it
It makes me wonder about just working and meeting up with friends at home I know I have a privileged life as Irsquom sitting here but isnrsquot this something we all experience in our daily lives It can be hard to sit down let go of the frustration sadness and problems and look forward Itrsquos not always possible to do it overnight but I think that just trying makes you feel better and in the end it allows you to bubble with excitement again no matter if itrsquos for a day of skiing or for finishing that project
My new mission for this season is to stay positive and draw inspiration from the people and things around me Irsquoll let you know how Irsquom doing in three weeksrsquo time
onto my skis after being out for eight months due to a torn MCL Cruising down the hill feeling and hearing the snow crunch under my feet It might sound strange to you but to me itrsquos a special sort of magic I guess it has something to do with the dopamine your body makes while having a great rush of excitement Although Irsquom pretty tired right now and taking a day off from skiing just walking outside and knowing that I can go up the hill any moment I like makes me feel better
Being so excited to be back on the snow after an injury also has a downside It comes in the form of having to hold myself back Since my injury I havenrsquot been jumping or doing any crazy tricks Itrsquos hard seeing all my friends jump and having fun in the park knowing I really shouldnrsquot do any of that stuff yet My mind is screaming ldquoYou can do that toordquo But Irsquom scared of a repeat injury brought on by pushing myself too hard too fast I have to force myself to sit down talk to my friends and listen to their stories of having fun while being genuinely happy for them To enjoy the sun instead of freaking myself out eat some good food have a good laugh and think of all the fun trips I
lsquoExtra stoked up about what Irsquom doingrsquo
lsquoTo me itrsquos a special sort of magicrsquo
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We have reached the point of the season when the outstanding manager of the first half has his team profiled and receives a pat on the back An overall lead at Xmas more often than not means that the team has peaked during the first half of the season before going on to show signs of weakness This season unusually we have a manager who has led strongly from the very early weeks but who still has a full supply of substitutes in reserve This bodes ill for the other managers as even though he has been professionally hunted down to the point that his lead is now meagre (or even gone by the time this is published) Steven Fockema still holds all the aces given that his reserves remain intact while the chasersrsquo have been used up to varying degrees
Daft3Punks
GK Tim Krul (newcastle United) 25m ndash Out injured from the beginning of September until the end of November No proper form assessment possible so far this season and his team are in apparent gradual creep towards the relegation zone Rating 825
deF Jose enrique (Liverpool) 35m ndash At a work-in-progress team Now playing regularly as a midfielder and showing positive form Rating 85
deF daniel Agger (Liverpool) 4m ndash Still more bluster and posing than glory Rating 825
deF Winston Reid (West Ham) 1m ndash Doing New Zealand proud in the Premier League at his price West Ham may not secure a greater number of clean sheets in the second half of the season however Rating 80
deF Jan Vertonghen (Tottenham Hotspur) 45m ndash Handsome driving Belgian vanilla One of the stars of the season thus far Rating 90
mId Gareth Bale (Tottenham Hotspur) 55m ndash The most impressive individual player in the current Premier League Rating 915
mId michu (Swansea city) 2m ndash Incredible value at his price A natural goal-scorer extraordinaire who also gets around and shows versatility Rating 90
mId Yaya Toure (manchester city) 45m ndash Nowhere close to his form of the previous season even if that can change in the second half of this one Rating 850
FWd Fabio Borini (Liverpool) 3m ndash Tipped here to eventually do well but long-term injury befell him just at the time he was settling into his new team and system Rating 80
FWd olivier Giroud (Arsenal) 45m ndash Has been nudging levels above average of late Rating 850
FWd Papiss cisse (newcastle United) 5m ndash Another player showing an astonishing fall from the excellence of the final third of the previous season Newcastle United appear to need re-styling quickly Rating 825
overall rating 9340 (max 100)
The New Year will only bring fireworks given the keen match-up between FFG-CL managers
By Denson Pierre
The Gold Room
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CZECH REPUBLIC - STUNNINGLY DIFFERENT
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lsquoHong Kong is the capital of international cuisine ndash so try everythingrsquo
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Silent nights
Winter nights are well suited to staying indoors in the warmth especially after dark Not everyone is a lowland bear however and most of us need thoughtful stimulation to keep smiling through cold nights spent away from living quarters Luckily for Amsterdammers who pay attention from time to time extremely interesting and creative happenings are staged at a price anyone can afford The idea is simple tour the lights of lsquoNew Cityrsquo Amsterdam at night spending a couple of hours on a sturdy comfortable and warm (enclosed) historical craft The city falls silent as soon as you leave the pier and the transformation is complete when the city becomes simply unrecognisable with its flat lines interrupted by a few high-rising buildings shimmering back at you Some things in Amsterdam remain refreshingly surprising even to its well-cured darlings Not much beats having couple glasses of wine while splashing across the IJsselmeer and struggling to figure out which section of the city you are gazing upon through the silence of an icy night
Watch out for repeats wwwlichtophetijnl
city gems
By Denson Pierre
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The Sentinel took up the enthusiastic invitation from the people of the annually occurring Dutch-Lithuanian art event on December 1 The Dutch aspect of the event day and night together with the displayed art was not particularly significant in this case however given that it was one of the more complete cultural cuisine musical and heartily drinking events that the recent European Union arrivalrsquos creative set could conjure with the help of their foreign desk and local culture funds A well produced and expansive programme could be sampled and lightning insight garnered into the culture and artistic impressions of a pearl of Baltic civilisation Vilnius met Amsterdam It just may be time for this e-zine to delve even deeper into Lithuania
See wwwltartnl
Iron Wolves
By Denson Pierre
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MechelenAuthentic and full of surprises Thatrsquos Mechelen Hospitable and honourable Thatrsquos the people of Mechelen Come and experience the cityrsquos urban charms for yourself Mechelen
Authentic and full of surprises Thatrsquos Mechelen Hospitable and honourable Thatrsquos the people of Mechelen Come and experience the cityrsquos urban charms for yourself
photography copy Layla Aerts
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CafeacuteBar Review Batavia 1920
lsquoClassic bar art embraces you as you enterrsquo
cafebar review60
Batavia 1920Prins Hendrikkade 85 1012 AE Amsterdam
It is always handy to know of a wholesome cafeacutebar that ticks all the boxes even if it happens to be located at the busiest point of the old city (obliquely opposite Central Station) Over the course of the different seasons I managed to assess this fine establishment which serves as another reminder of what good honest bars are all about There is still quality available in Amsterdam
AmbianceThoughtful solid furniture easy lighting and classic bar art embraces you as you enter With a chess club professional dart board regular parties and borrels the vibe ranges daily from mellow to vibrant Rating 5
StaffregularsOn my most recent visit I had the pleasure of Elizabeth and Jamie leading the service but staff members are always experienced service is quick and drinks are de-livered with fresh smiles whoever happens to be work-ing The regulars are plentiful and the bar emanates the energy of a good professional lsquoIrishrsquo bar attracting an eclectic international mix to this super-central location It is a perfect meeting point for friends from any cardi-nal direction with the national transportation hub being literally just across the road Rating 5
Televised sportAmple flat screens and channels Rating 4
PricesIn general the prices are standard Central Amsterdam levels which is sadly typical of grand cafeacutes in this post-code area What works in Bataviarsquos favour is that it has an above-average selection of lsquoBelgian beautiesrsquo (beer) on offer Given the advised dosage having two or three should not leave you broke or broken The kitchen also has quite a strong reputation for above-average pub fare The Sunday roast dinner is especially popular and keeps folk who like that sort of thing coming back as often as they can afford it Rating 3
MusicGenuinely diverse popular and world music from a crisp-sounding digital sound system and staff members seem to have cool taste in music Rating 5
Smoking area provisionThere is a large smoking room on the lower level Sim-ple and ingenious air-conditioning allows you to spend your full upstairs session there without the sense of be-ing fumigated If you were not told about the smoking area below you would not know there was one Rating 5
Total rating 2730(Ratings from 1-5 where 1 = Very poor and 5 = Excel-lent)
By Denson Pierre
lsquoA perfect meeting point for friends from any cardinal directionrsquo
cafebar review6
1
lsquoIt has an above-average selection of lsquoBelgian beautiesrsquorsquo
cafebar review62
lsquoStaff members seem to have cool taste in musicrsquo
cafebar review63
For complete and world class tours of Prague
Packages includebull Hidden and playful Prague (for families with young children)bull Literary Praguebull Prague Architecture through the agesbull Religion and the citybull The old city at night
These are detailed tours designed for visitors who wish to explore with great detail and not suitable for simply sight-seeing tourists
Day segments and ratesPR 0800-1230hrs AG 1330-1630hrs UE 1730-2130hrsAll sessions are priced at u 25 per single adult Group size upper limit = 8 Accompanied children under the age of five are gratis and school aged children pay 25 Family package rates are negotiable
ContactJaroslav Cernosek+420 602 228 797Mail jcernosekcentrumcz
wwwyourtuliptourcom
JC Tours
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star beer guide
The SentinelStar beer guide
lsquoFind the better bars serving it at the right price in the New Yearrsquo
Clever marketing and an effective pricing campaign has led to this A-class standard-bearing blonde becoming one of the most easily found lsquorealrsquo beers in Amsterdam cafeacutes and bars With its distinctive charisma and fresh fruity taste it sits just on the edge in terms of strength and only the brave and seasoned can be found using it as a session beer Prices across Amsterdam for the same Trappist-glass measure can range dramatically from euro 250 to euro 425 per glass so there is fun to be had trying to find the better bars serving it at the right price in the New Year Your search will be rewarded by this cool classic
Grimbergen Blonde is brewed by Alken-Maes Alken Belgium
By Denson Pierre
GRIMBERGEN BLONDE (67 ABV)
67star beer guide
68
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BRING BACK
A substantial amount of the culture on mainland Europe revolves around platinum-standard beer of various descriptions and fl avours being easily available Amsterdam is not lacking in cafeacutes bars off licences supermarkets and online outlets stocking truly great beers available either immediately or within 24 hours With the growing popularity of high-yeast and high alcohol by volume brands how these drinks are served is a cause for concern however
Led by the Belgians and French the art of designing a glass that refl ects the individual quality of the liquid experience within is among these productsrsquo most out-standing features after their fl avour and power to in-toxicate Any beer of decent repute has its own glass in which it is intended to be served This always takes the form and size of a sensible measure to ensure a taste experience at the correct temperature and allow people to enjoy the evoked sensations before fi nding them-selves suddenly and blindingly drunk What we now often fi nd in tourist-pressed Amsterdam are these lsquoreal beersrsquo being off ered and served to ignorant punters in pint (or half-litre) measures leading to people becom-ing drunk at speed and destroying the overall aesthetic of lsquobeering itrsquo with style
The Sentinel says bring back the serving of high-alco-hol-content drinks in appropriate measures and if pos-sible in the glasses especially designed for the purpose This would be desirable for all manner of reasons not least health and safety Barkeepers can be educators too and it shouldnrsquot be too diffi cult to persuade tourists (usually German British and Irish) who represent the majority of volume drinkers in the cityrsquos more desirable watering holes It is foolish greedy and uncouth to con-sume high-alcohol beverages in such volumes and not expect to end up senselessly drunk and ultimately spoil the whole experience Volume drinkers should simply be directed to the lsquopiss waterrsquo beers of which there are many to satiate their needs and leave the quality beer tours for when they have educated themselves in the culture and manner of consumption that ensures maxi-mum pleasure and above all style
By Denson Pierre
STYLED BEER GLASSES
69amsterdam city life
We find the best most fun most typical exciting or local favourite restaurants etcetera in Amsterdam and bring them to you an easy way to feel like a local
Het Compagnie Theater Amsterdam 12122012
Recommended
70recommended
EUROGIFTSXenonweg 9 3812 SZ Amersfoort
Tel 033 - 454 35 75 - Fax 033 - 454 35 79E-mail lmproefeurogiftsnl
Website wwweurogiftsnl
FILMPROEF
ORDERNUMMER 6021022ARTIKELNUMMER 65123
Ware grootte (indien uitgeprint)Kleur opdruk Wit
Mulligans Irish Music BarAmsterdamrsquos best address for live Irish music Five (5) nights a week Check our agenda for upcoming sessions
Cafeacute KostverlorenCafeacute Kostverloren is a contemporary cafe offering the cosiness of a saloon an open kitchen and the intimacy of a living room During summer there is a large sunny terrace and during winter an open fi replace
VibesVibes is a relaxing cafecocktail bar art gallery with a large selection of coffees herbal teas homemade cakes and an amazing card of cocktails made with fresh fruit by a professional cocktail bartenderEnjoy our Italian kitchen in a cosy and friendly atmosphere
IncantoIncanto is a restaurant with a classic Italian kitchen Venetian chef Simone Ambrosin is known for his pure and simple style of cooking with feeling for nuance The wine list contains over 150 Italian wines
Planet RosePlanet Rose is the fi rst Caribbean restaurant in the Netherlands which specializes in Jamaican cuisine The menu features a daily changing selection of JamaicanCaribbean dishes and they ensure that you enjoy the whole expe-rience while dining with them
Cafe TisfrisCafe Tisfris is recognisable for its landmarks funky pillars and terrace Tisfris offers a friendly service and is a great pit stop for ldquoyummyrdquo refreshments
Cafe restaurant EdelCafe restaurant Edel is the perfect place for lunch dinner or to simply enjoy a drink Edel is a unique place in Amsterdam
Cafeacute OportoCafeacute Oporto is a traditional Amsterdam lsquobrown cafersquo Welcoming tourists and regular customers alike they offer televised sports wireless internet connection and a wide range of reasonably priced beers and spirits
Connoisseurs Delight Fun Drinking amp MusicTo Be Seen and Tasted
To Be Seen and Tasted
Fun Drinking amp Music
Connoisseurs Delight
Connoisseurs Delight
To Be Seen and Tasted
Neighbourhood cosy
Opera Prima - Patisserie Bistro TraiteurThe best place in town for lunch exquisite high teas or brunches and all of your luxury catering both private and corporate
Kinkerstraat 228 Amsterdamwwwoperaprimanl
St Antoniebreestraat 142 Amsterdamwwwtisfrisnl
Postjesweg 1 1057 DT Amsterdamwwwedelamsterdamnl
Zoutsteeg 1 1012 LX Amsterdamwwwcafeoportonethome
Amstel 100 1017 AC Amsterdamwwwmulligansnl
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Room 2cfilm
This is the one that will make you pause James Stewart one of my top ten actors of all time plays a businessman fighting to keep his life and family together while everything is crashing down around him In steps an lsquoangelrsquo to try and convince him that life is not as bad as it seems and that other people would be a lot worse off without him Probably the highest rated film Irsquove ever reviewed and one of the most Christmas-delicious I know
Could you walk 2400 kilometres while being pursued with little more than a longing to return to your homeland and mother to keep you and your dependant companions going Would you do this twice This utterly moving film highlights the true-life Australian apartheid practices of the twentieth century and the trauma it caused to native Australians The barren landscapes provide the perfect backdrop for compelling cinema-tography and its dryness will be irrigated by your tears
By David King
By dpmotions
Itrsquos a Wonderful Life (1946)
Rabbit-Proof Fence (2002)
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lsquoFacebook in particular is responsible for exacerbating unspoken competitivenessrsquo
By Dirkje Bakker-Pierre
Trends in the food industry are moving faster than lightning and are harder and harder to keep up with When you are all geared up to create your own artsy cupcakes all of a sudden cupcakes are out and macaroons are the flavour of the day
Sweat dripping and cheeks burning with stress levels going through the roof women all around the country have been toiling night and day to create just the right pimped-up cakes (completely covered in layers of pink and red marzipan tiny silver sugar balls and rose petals made from feather-light sugar) which look like they come from one of the newly popped-up cupcake shops Facebook in particular is responsible for exacerbating unspoken competitiveness due to images being posted of better looking and prettier cakes just after you posted your own in comparison pretty sad creations forcing you back into the kitchen to try again
One day itrsquos cutting out names from layers of chocolate the next itrsquos squirting curls and swirls of rainbow colours or grating organic carrots for the rather awkward lsquohealthyrsquo version the carrot cupcake
Shops have adjusted their aisles to make way for endless shelves of specialised products in all ranges of sweetness and multicoloured cuteness shapes tools mixtures and machines It is a whole world of custom products which just keeps growing and changing and you need to keep up with it all or risk being hopelessly left behind There are pink-coloured cook books workshops websites self-help groups and neglected overweight children crying for something non-sweet for once
But then after all your attempts and when you finally think you have achieved perfection before you know it you make a complete fool of yourself by serving the wrong type of sweet and colourful titbits because a new trend has already arrived That really makes you feel like a macaroon
All Caked Out
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Winter solstice is an exciting time of year when we all start dreaming of more sun more light and more inspiration Continuing the gemstone theme I would like to draw your attention to the very lovely and sparkling sunstone also known as heliolite It is the official gemstone of the US state of Oregon which is a prime source for this beautiful gem The name heliolite is derived from the Greek lsquoheliosrsquo and lsquolithosrsquo which mean lsquosunrsquo and lsquostonersquo It was first discovered in Viking burial mounds but despite its long history is not found in abundance
Sunstone is metallic in appearance and comes in red orange or green colours However cleaner red sunstone is very rare and commands proper gemstone prices The stone is a composite of oligoclase feldspar which also contains hematite or goethite The presence of hematite or goethite gives the stone its ability to reflect light hence the name sunstone Sunstone is said to be an inspiration stone able to bestow freedom independence and happiness It also said to reduce fear alleviate stress and bring good luck in any game of chance This sparkly stone has a further use in healing and is believed to endow its wearers with enhanced self-healing powers Other properties
Shine
By Evelina Kvartunaite
ndash
lsquoDreaming of more sun more light and more inspirationrsquo
ndash
include stimulating the vegetative autonomic nervous system and enhancing the harmonious functioning of all the bodyrsquos organs It is also quite helpful in cases of exhaustion due to lack of sleep
The gemstone is used to treat chronic sore throats and relieves pain caused by stomach ulcers It has proved successful in alleviating Seasonal Affective Disorder (or SAD) and is also known for relieving cartilage problems rheumatism and general aches and pains Sunstone helps in dealing with depression and frees its wearers from feelings of discrimination and failure as well as from perceptions of an lsquoevil worldrsquo Sunstone increases a personrsquos sense of self-esteem and self-worth
Sunstone is particularly beneficial when used in sunshine or sunlight It brings abundance to a personrsquos life and transforms negative energy into positive energy
If you have any other helpful tips you would like to share please let me know at evelinakvartunaiteconsultancymarketmediacom
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lsquoBestow freedom independence and happinessrsquo
ndash
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lsquoIt has proved successful in alleviating Seasonal Affective
Disorderrsquo
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world this lsquotrickeryrsquo has moved online With todayrsquos short attention spans the potential to draw users to a website and retain them is a crucial skill which is rewarded by the revenue that can be generated based on how long a user stays on a website Link-baiting should have been foreseen since it is inevitable
Every click on a website is a revenue-generating moment in terms of advertising The amount of adverts to which you can expose an online user as they click to and through your website is the currency used to determine whether an advertising agency spends its budget on one publication over another Real journalism and insightful opinions once drove online traffic for web publications but link-baiting is now seriously derailing this approach
Most of the time the story behind the sensational link does not live up to expectations A typical example of this can be found in the online edition of the Watford Observer on Tuesday 31 July 2012 The link-bait read ldquoCameron Diaz vows to kick drug habit with help of stepdadrdquo However following the link or falling for the bait led to the underwhelming story ldquoDrug user Cameron Diaz of Broomfield Rise Abbots Langley has sworn to clean up his act with the help of his stepfatherrdquo Although the story was factually correct the intention of the publication was to trick the
One of my previous articles described how online technology publications are subverting reality by not correctly echoing the sentiments of the consuming public Part of the cause of this is that usually in a bid to counter the majority of lacklustre stories floating around they subvert reality to make it more interesting How many non-geeks really care about the advantages of modelling parallelism on serial programs with the Intelreg Advisor XE Itrsquos certainly not a typically newsworthy story
As a result an annoying phenomenon has slowly been building momentum This is now quite evident all over the internet and is destroying good journalism The phenomenon is called Link-baiting Our trustworthy source of internet knowledge describes Link-bait(ing) as anything ldquointeresting enough to catch peoplersquos attentionrdquo (httpenwikipediaorgwikiLink_bait)
Link-baiting is synonymous with the sensational cover stories used on the front of magazines to entice people walking past to pick up the magazines and delve into them As with most things from the print
No news is good news
lsquoQuite evident all over the internet and is destroying good
journalismrsquo
By Simon Owusu
technology
TechBit Sio-Bytes
78
provider in America to the tune of US$ 400 million The initial story broke on the PRWEB website and the majority of online publications regurgitated the story with no additional insights such as the implications of such a deal which real journalism would call for None of them bothered to check the sources or the credibility of the story Millions of revenue-generating clicks later the more seasoned online publications such as CNN AllThings D and CNET broke the bigger story that the press release was fake and that both Google and ICOA Wireless had denied the story In a rush to break the story the first rule of journalism was contravened lsquoAlways check your sourcesrsquo
Given the transient nature of any false news stories posted on the internet these days the story quickly disappeared from most of the offending publications and today you will be hard pressed to find any mention of this slip-up The Sentinel we like to think always brings you the truth albeit typed on an iPad Mini so donrsquot count on us to follow such faulty phenomena and trends
online user into clicking on it due to the coincidental name-sharing of the Abbots Langley Cameron Diaz with the famous American actress Every link clicked demonstrates the potential for advertisers to reach larger audiences and generate revenue for the online publications
From the same school as link-baiting comes the phenomenon of lsquofirst past the postrsquo journalism within the advertising-driven online publication world In this type of journalism emphasis is placed on being first to publish or break a news story Online publications that are first to break a news story attract a high amount of traffic (which translates into large revenues generated by advertising) since they are the only source of that particular information for a short space of time Online users have no choice but to visit that particular site if they wish to read the scoop The downside of this is that in a bid to be first to reap the advertising revenues frequently news stories are not properly checked for credibility On Monday 26 November 2012 nearly every online technology publication published the story of Google purchasing ICOA Wireless a Wi-Fi hot-spot
lsquoFrequently news stories are not properly checked for credibilityrsquo
lsquolsquoAlways check your sourcesrsquorsquo
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these people in business suits are rushing to check in their business cases Irsquom manoeuvring my 19-metre ski bag between them Strange looks and questions donrsquot surprise me anymore The looks whispers and questions Irsquove had while on trains from one place to the next or on the tram after going to the beach on my way to the indoor slope this summer On the one hand they made me feel like I was some strange creature from another planet but on the other they got me extra stoked up about what Irsquom doing
As I write this itrsquos a week after I checked in my bags and Irsquom sitting in my favourite coffee shop Cuppa Joersquos in Breckenridge Colorado Over the past five days Irsquove been getting up every morning at around 630 am and getting out at around 800am Anyone who knows me will probably raise an eyebrow at this When Irsquom working at home on my photos and stories for the White Freeski Magazine where Irsquom editor-in-chief or on freelance assignments my daily rhythm is completely the opposite But I guess thatrsquos the nice thing about jetlag
Itrsquos hard to describe the feeling of finally getting back
You know that feeling of bubbly excitement you get when you are getting ready to go and do something yoursquove been anticipating for a long long time It might be finally nailing that presentation to finish up university cooking a great dinner for friends or excitement about meeting up with someone
Getting my bags out from the basement after they had been collecting dust for the past eight months prompted those feelings to rush through my veins once again Even though I donrsquot mind being home going to the beach and rehabbing my knee and visiting friends in different countries over the summer all this has taken place in the city and Irsquove been missing the mountains terribly As Irsquom getting my bags out it makes me realise that it really is almost time for me to click into my skis again and breathe in the fresh mountain air
After packing it was finally time to get on my flight to Denver Colorado on Monday morning While all
white outBubbles of Excitement
By Ananda van Welij
Just another girl from a country without mountains addicted to snow
lsquoGo and do something yoursquove been anticipating for a long long timersquo
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have ahead of me this winter Looking forward again instead of being bummed I try to focus on the bright side like I did while I was stuck at home rehabbing and walking on crutches Trying to be inspired by what I see around me and what others do and have instead of being frustrated by it
It makes me wonder about just working and meeting up with friends at home I know I have a privileged life as Irsquom sitting here but isnrsquot this something we all experience in our daily lives It can be hard to sit down let go of the frustration sadness and problems and look forward Itrsquos not always possible to do it overnight but I think that just trying makes you feel better and in the end it allows you to bubble with excitement again no matter if itrsquos for a day of skiing or for finishing that project
My new mission for this season is to stay positive and draw inspiration from the people and things around me Irsquoll let you know how Irsquom doing in three weeksrsquo time
onto my skis after being out for eight months due to a torn MCL Cruising down the hill feeling and hearing the snow crunch under my feet It might sound strange to you but to me itrsquos a special sort of magic I guess it has something to do with the dopamine your body makes while having a great rush of excitement Although Irsquom pretty tired right now and taking a day off from skiing just walking outside and knowing that I can go up the hill any moment I like makes me feel better
Being so excited to be back on the snow after an injury also has a downside It comes in the form of having to hold myself back Since my injury I havenrsquot been jumping or doing any crazy tricks Itrsquos hard seeing all my friends jump and having fun in the park knowing I really shouldnrsquot do any of that stuff yet My mind is screaming ldquoYou can do that toordquo But Irsquom scared of a repeat injury brought on by pushing myself too hard too fast I have to force myself to sit down talk to my friends and listen to their stories of having fun while being genuinely happy for them To enjoy the sun instead of freaking myself out eat some good food have a good laugh and think of all the fun trips I
lsquoExtra stoked up about what Irsquom doingrsquo
lsquoTo me itrsquos a special sort of magicrsquo
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We have reached the point of the season when the outstanding manager of the first half has his team profiled and receives a pat on the back An overall lead at Xmas more often than not means that the team has peaked during the first half of the season before going on to show signs of weakness This season unusually we have a manager who has led strongly from the very early weeks but who still has a full supply of substitutes in reserve This bodes ill for the other managers as even though he has been professionally hunted down to the point that his lead is now meagre (or even gone by the time this is published) Steven Fockema still holds all the aces given that his reserves remain intact while the chasersrsquo have been used up to varying degrees
Daft3Punks
GK Tim Krul (newcastle United) 25m ndash Out injured from the beginning of September until the end of November No proper form assessment possible so far this season and his team are in apparent gradual creep towards the relegation zone Rating 825
deF Jose enrique (Liverpool) 35m ndash At a work-in-progress team Now playing regularly as a midfielder and showing positive form Rating 85
deF daniel Agger (Liverpool) 4m ndash Still more bluster and posing than glory Rating 825
deF Winston Reid (West Ham) 1m ndash Doing New Zealand proud in the Premier League at his price West Ham may not secure a greater number of clean sheets in the second half of the season however Rating 80
deF Jan Vertonghen (Tottenham Hotspur) 45m ndash Handsome driving Belgian vanilla One of the stars of the season thus far Rating 90
mId Gareth Bale (Tottenham Hotspur) 55m ndash The most impressive individual player in the current Premier League Rating 915
mId michu (Swansea city) 2m ndash Incredible value at his price A natural goal-scorer extraordinaire who also gets around and shows versatility Rating 90
mId Yaya Toure (manchester city) 45m ndash Nowhere close to his form of the previous season even if that can change in the second half of this one Rating 850
FWd Fabio Borini (Liverpool) 3m ndash Tipped here to eventually do well but long-term injury befell him just at the time he was settling into his new team and system Rating 80
FWd olivier Giroud (Arsenal) 45m ndash Has been nudging levels above average of late Rating 850
FWd Papiss cisse (newcastle United) 5m ndash Another player showing an astonishing fall from the excellence of the final third of the previous season Newcastle United appear to need re-styling quickly Rating 825
overall rating 9340 (max 100)
The New Year will only bring fireworks given the keen match-up between FFG-CL managers
By Denson Pierre
The Gold Room
88
sport
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wwwczechtourismcom
CZECH REPUBLIC - STUNNINGLY DIFFERENT
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Silent nights
Winter nights are well suited to staying indoors in the warmth especially after dark Not everyone is a lowland bear however and most of us need thoughtful stimulation to keep smiling through cold nights spent away from living quarters Luckily for Amsterdammers who pay attention from time to time extremely interesting and creative happenings are staged at a price anyone can afford The idea is simple tour the lights of lsquoNew Cityrsquo Amsterdam at night spending a couple of hours on a sturdy comfortable and warm (enclosed) historical craft The city falls silent as soon as you leave the pier and the transformation is complete when the city becomes simply unrecognisable with its flat lines interrupted by a few high-rising buildings shimmering back at you Some things in Amsterdam remain refreshingly surprising even to its well-cured darlings Not much beats having couple glasses of wine while splashing across the IJsselmeer and struggling to figure out which section of the city you are gazing upon through the silence of an icy night
Watch out for repeats wwwlichtophetijnl
city gems
By Denson Pierre
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The Sentinel took up the enthusiastic invitation from the people of the annually occurring Dutch-Lithuanian art event on December 1 The Dutch aspect of the event day and night together with the displayed art was not particularly significant in this case however given that it was one of the more complete cultural cuisine musical and heartily drinking events that the recent European Union arrivalrsquos creative set could conjure with the help of their foreign desk and local culture funds A well produced and expansive programme could be sampled and lightning insight garnered into the culture and artistic impressions of a pearl of Baltic civilisation Vilnius met Amsterdam It just may be time for this e-zine to delve even deeper into Lithuania
See wwwltartnl
Iron Wolves
By Denson Pierre
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MechelenAuthentic and full of surprises Thatrsquos Mechelen Hospitable and honourable Thatrsquos the people of Mechelen Come and experience the cityrsquos urban charms for yourself Mechelen
Authentic and full of surprises Thatrsquos Mechelen Hospitable and honourable Thatrsquos the people of Mechelen Come and experience the cityrsquos urban charms for yourself
photography copy Layla Aerts
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CafeacuteBar Review Batavia 1920
lsquoClassic bar art embraces you as you enterrsquo
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Batavia 1920Prins Hendrikkade 85 1012 AE Amsterdam
It is always handy to know of a wholesome cafeacutebar that ticks all the boxes even if it happens to be located at the busiest point of the old city (obliquely opposite Central Station) Over the course of the different seasons I managed to assess this fine establishment which serves as another reminder of what good honest bars are all about There is still quality available in Amsterdam
AmbianceThoughtful solid furniture easy lighting and classic bar art embraces you as you enter With a chess club professional dart board regular parties and borrels the vibe ranges daily from mellow to vibrant Rating 5
StaffregularsOn my most recent visit I had the pleasure of Elizabeth and Jamie leading the service but staff members are always experienced service is quick and drinks are de-livered with fresh smiles whoever happens to be work-ing The regulars are plentiful and the bar emanates the energy of a good professional lsquoIrishrsquo bar attracting an eclectic international mix to this super-central location It is a perfect meeting point for friends from any cardi-nal direction with the national transportation hub being literally just across the road Rating 5
Televised sportAmple flat screens and channels Rating 4
PricesIn general the prices are standard Central Amsterdam levels which is sadly typical of grand cafeacutes in this post-code area What works in Bataviarsquos favour is that it has an above-average selection of lsquoBelgian beautiesrsquo (beer) on offer Given the advised dosage having two or three should not leave you broke or broken The kitchen also has quite a strong reputation for above-average pub fare The Sunday roast dinner is especially popular and keeps folk who like that sort of thing coming back as often as they can afford it Rating 3
MusicGenuinely diverse popular and world music from a crisp-sounding digital sound system and staff members seem to have cool taste in music Rating 5
Smoking area provisionThere is a large smoking room on the lower level Sim-ple and ingenious air-conditioning allows you to spend your full upstairs session there without the sense of be-ing fumigated If you were not told about the smoking area below you would not know there was one Rating 5
Total rating 2730(Ratings from 1-5 where 1 = Very poor and 5 = Excel-lent)
By Denson Pierre
lsquoA perfect meeting point for friends from any cardinal directionrsquo
cafebar review6
1
lsquoIt has an above-average selection of lsquoBelgian beautiesrsquorsquo
cafebar review62
lsquoStaff members seem to have cool taste in musicrsquo
cafebar review63
For complete and world class tours of Prague
Packages includebull Hidden and playful Prague (for families with young children)bull Literary Praguebull Prague Architecture through the agesbull Religion and the citybull The old city at night
These are detailed tours designed for visitors who wish to explore with great detail and not suitable for simply sight-seeing tourists
Day segments and ratesPR 0800-1230hrs AG 1330-1630hrs UE 1730-2130hrsAll sessions are priced at u 25 per single adult Group size upper limit = 8 Accompanied children under the age of five are gratis and school aged children pay 25 Family package rates are negotiable
ContactJaroslav Cernosek+420 602 228 797Mail jcernosekcentrumcz
wwwyourtuliptourcom
JC Tours
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star beer guide
The SentinelStar beer guide
lsquoFind the better bars serving it at the right price in the New Yearrsquo
Clever marketing and an effective pricing campaign has led to this A-class standard-bearing blonde becoming one of the most easily found lsquorealrsquo beers in Amsterdam cafeacutes and bars With its distinctive charisma and fresh fruity taste it sits just on the edge in terms of strength and only the brave and seasoned can be found using it as a session beer Prices across Amsterdam for the same Trappist-glass measure can range dramatically from euro 250 to euro 425 per glass so there is fun to be had trying to find the better bars serving it at the right price in the New Year Your search will be rewarded by this cool classic
Grimbergen Blonde is brewed by Alken-Maes Alken Belgium
By Denson Pierre
GRIMBERGEN BLONDE (67 ABV)
67star beer guide
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BRING BACK
A substantial amount of the culture on mainland Europe revolves around platinum-standard beer of various descriptions and fl avours being easily available Amsterdam is not lacking in cafeacutes bars off licences supermarkets and online outlets stocking truly great beers available either immediately or within 24 hours With the growing popularity of high-yeast and high alcohol by volume brands how these drinks are served is a cause for concern however
Led by the Belgians and French the art of designing a glass that refl ects the individual quality of the liquid experience within is among these productsrsquo most out-standing features after their fl avour and power to in-toxicate Any beer of decent repute has its own glass in which it is intended to be served This always takes the form and size of a sensible measure to ensure a taste experience at the correct temperature and allow people to enjoy the evoked sensations before fi nding them-selves suddenly and blindingly drunk What we now often fi nd in tourist-pressed Amsterdam are these lsquoreal beersrsquo being off ered and served to ignorant punters in pint (or half-litre) measures leading to people becom-ing drunk at speed and destroying the overall aesthetic of lsquobeering itrsquo with style
The Sentinel says bring back the serving of high-alco-hol-content drinks in appropriate measures and if pos-sible in the glasses especially designed for the purpose This would be desirable for all manner of reasons not least health and safety Barkeepers can be educators too and it shouldnrsquot be too diffi cult to persuade tourists (usually German British and Irish) who represent the majority of volume drinkers in the cityrsquos more desirable watering holes It is foolish greedy and uncouth to con-sume high-alcohol beverages in such volumes and not expect to end up senselessly drunk and ultimately spoil the whole experience Volume drinkers should simply be directed to the lsquopiss waterrsquo beers of which there are many to satiate their needs and leave the quality beer tours for when they have educated themselves in the culture and manner of consumption that ensures maxi-mum pleasure and above all style
By Denson Pierre
STYLED BEER GLASSES
69amsterdam city life
We find the best most fun most typical exciting or local favourite restaurants etcetera in Amsterdam and bring them to you an easy way to feel like a local
Het Compagnie Theater Amsterdam 12122012
Recommended
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EUROGIFTSXenonweg 9 3812 SZ Amersfoort
Tel 033 - 454 35 75 - Fax 033 - 454 35 79E-mail lmproefeurogiftsnl
Website wwweurogiftsnl
FILMPROEF
ORDERNUMMER 6021022ARTIKELNUMMER 65123
Ware grootte (indien uitgeprint)Kleur opdruk Wit
Mulligans Irish Music BarAmsterdamrsquos best address for live Irish music Five (5) nights a week Check our agenda for upcoming sessions
Cafeacute KostverlorenCafeacute Kostverloren is a contemporary cafe offering the cosiness of a saloon an open kitchen and the intimacy of a living room During summer there is a large sunny terrace and during winter an open fi replace
VibesVibes is a relaxing cafecocktail bar art gallery with a large selection of coffees herbal teas homemade cakes and an amazing card of cocktails made with fresh fruit by a professional cocktail bartenderEnjoy our Italian kitchen in a cosy and friendly atmosphere
IncantoIncanto is a restaurant with a classic Italian kitchen Venetian chef Simone Ambrosin is known for his pure and simple style of cooking with feeling for nuance The wine list contains over 150 Italian wines
Planet RosePlanet Rose is the fi rst Caribbean restaurant in the Netherlands which specializes in Jamaican cuisine The menu features a daily changing selection of JamaicanCaribbean dishes and they ensure that you enjoy the whole expe-rience while dining with them
Cafe TisfrisCafe Tisfris is recognisable for its landmarks funky pillars and terrace Tisfris offers a friendly service and is a great pit stop for ldquoyummyrdquo refreshments
Cafe restaurant EdelCafe restaurant Edel is the perfect place for lunch dinner or to simply enjoy a drink Edel is a unique place in Amsterdam
Cafeacute OportoCafeacute Oporto is a traditional Amsterdam lsquobrown cafersquo Welcoming tourists and regular customers alike they offer televised sports wireless internet connection and a wide range of reasonably priced beers and spirits
Connoisseurs Delight Fun Drinking amp MusicTo Be Seen and Tasted
To Be Seen and Tasted
Fun Drinking amp Music
Connoisseurs Delight
Connoisseurs Delight
To Be Seen and Tasted
Neighbourhood cosy
Opera Prima - Patisserie Bistro TraiteurThe best place in town for lunch exquisite high teas or brunches and all of your luxury catering both private and corporate
Kinkerstraat 228 Amsterdamwwwoperaprimanl
St Antoniebreestraat 142 Amsterdamwwwtisfrisnl
Postjesweg 1 1057 DT Amsterdamwwwedelamsterdamnl
Zoutsteeg 1 1012 LX Amsterdamwwwcafeoportonethome
Amstel 100 1017 AC Amsterdamwwwmulligansnl
2e Kostverlorenkade 70 Amsterdamwwwcafekostverlorennl
Jan Pieter Heijestraat 137 Amsterdamwwwwixcomvibes137vibes
Amstel 2 Amsterdamwwwrestaurant-incantonl
Nicolaas Beetsstraat 47 Amsterdamwwwplanetroseinfo
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Answer to sentinelpostgmailcom
Where is this inAmsterdam
72spotted
Room 2cfilm
This is the one that will make you pause James Stewart one of my top ten actors of all time plays a businessman fighting to keep his life and family together while everything is crashing down around him In steps an lsquoangelrsquo to try and convince him that life is not as bad as it seems and that other people would be a lot worse off without him Probably the highest rated film Irsquove ever reviewed and one of the most Christmas-delicious I know
Could you walk 2400 kilometres while being pursued with little more than a longing to return to your homeland and mother to keep you and your dependant companions going Would you do this twice This utterly moving film highlights the true-life Australian apartheid practices of the twentieth century and the trauma it caused to native Australians The barren landscapes provide the perfect backdrop for compelling cinema-tography and its dryness will be irrigated by your tears
By David King
By dpmotions
Itrsquos a Wonderful Life (1946)
Rabbit-Proof Fence (2002)
73room2c
74trends
lsquoFacebook in particular is responsible for exacerbating unspoken competitivenessrsquo
By Dirkje Bakker-Pierre
Trends in the food industry are moving faster than lightning and are harder and harder to keep up with When you are all geared up to create your own artsy cupcakes all of a sudden cupcakes are out and macaroons are the flavour of the day
Sweat dripping and cheeks burning with stress levels going through the roof women all around the country have been toiling night and day to create just the right pimped-up cakes (completely covered in layers of pink and red marzipan tiny silver sugar balls and rose petals made from feather-light sugar) which look like they come from one of the newly popped-up cupcake shops Facebook in particular is responsible for exacerbating unspoken competitiveness due to images being posted of better looking and prettier cakes just after you posted your own in comparison pretty sad creations forcing you back into the kitchen to try again
One day itrsquos cutting out names from layers of chocolate the next itrsquos squirting curls and swirls of rainbow colours or grating organic carrots for the rather awkward lsquohealthyrsquo version the carrot cupcake
Shops have adjusted their aisles to make way for endless shelves of specialised products in all ranges of sweetness and multicoloured cuteness shapes tools mixtures and machines It is a whole world of custom products which just keeps growing and changing and you need to keep up with it all or risk being hopelessly left behind There are pink-coloured cook books workshops websites self-help groups and neglected overweight children crying for something non-sweet for once
But then after all your attempts and when you finally think you have achieved perfection before you know it you make a complete fool of yourself by serving the wrong type of sweet and colourful titbits because a new trend has already arrived That really makes you feel like a macaroon
All Caked Out
75trends
Winter solstice is an exciting time of year when we all start dreaming of more sun more light and more inspiration Continuing the gemstone theme I would like to draw your attention to the very lovely and sparkling sunstone also known as heliolite It is the official gemstone of the US state of Oregon which is a prime source for this beautiful gem The name heliolite is derived from the Greek lsquoheliosrsquo and lsquolithosrsquo which mean lsquosunrsquo and lsquostonersquo It was first discovered in Viking burial mounds but despite its long history is not found in abundance
Sunstone is metallic in appearance and comes in red orange or green colours However cleaner red sunstone is very rare and commands proper gemstone prices The stone is a composite of oligoclase feldspar which also contains hematite or goethite The presence of hematite or goethite gives the stone its ability to reflect light hence the name sunstone Sunstone is said to be an inspiration stone able to bestow freedom independence and happiness It also said to reduce fear alleviate stress and bring good luck in any game of chance This sparkly stone has a further use in healing and is believed to endow its wearers with enhanced self-healing powers Other properties
Shine
By Evelina Kvartunaite
ndash
lsquoDreaming of more sun more light and more inspirationrsquo
ndash
include stimulating the vegetative autonomic nervous system and enhancing the harmonious functioning of all the bodyrsquos organs It is also quite helpful in cases of exhaustion due to lack of sleep
The gemstone is used to treat chronic sore throats and relieves pain caused by stomach ulcers It has proved successful in alleviating Seasonal Affective Disorder (or SAD) and is also known for relieving cartilage problems rheumatism and general aches and pains Sunstone helps in dealing with depression and frees its wearers from feelings of discrimination and failure as well as from perceptions of an lsquoevil worldrsquo Sunstone increases a personrsquos sense of self-esteem and self-worth
Sunstone is particularly beneficial when used in sunshine or sunlight It brings abundance to a personrsquos life and transforms negative energy into positive energy
If you have any other helpful tips you would like to share please let me know at evelinakvartunaiteconsultancymarketmediacom
76health amp well-being
ndash
lsquoBestow freedom independence and happinessrsquo
ndash
ndash
lsquoIt has proved successful in alleviating Seasonal Affective
Disorderrsquo
ndash
77health amp well-being
world this lsquotrickeryrsquo has moved online With todayrsquos short attention spans the potential to draw users to a website and retain them is a crucial skill which is rewarded by the revenue that can be generated based on how long a user stays on a website Link-baiting should have been foreseen since it is inevitable
Every click on a website is a revenue-generating moment in terms of advertising The amount of adverts to which you can expose an online user as they click to and through your website is the currency used to determine whether an advertising agency spends its budget on one publication over another Real journalism and insightful opinions once drove online traffic for web publications but link-baiting is now seriously derailing this approach
Most of the time the story behind the sensational link does not live up to expectations A typical example of this can be found in the online edition of the Watford Observer on Tuesday 31 July 2012 The link-bait read ldquoCameron Diaz vows to kick drug habit with help of stepdadrdquo However following the link or falling for the bait led to the underwhelming story ldquoDrug user Cameron Diaz of Broomfield Rise Abbots Langley has sworn to clean up his act with the help of his stepfatherrdquo Although the story was factually correct the intention of the publication was to trick the
One of my previous articles described how online technology publications are subverting reality by not correctly echoing the sentiments of the consuming public Part of the cause of this is that usually in a bid to counter the majority of lacklustre stories floating around they subvert reality to make it more interesting How many non-geeks really care about the advantages of modelling parallelism on serial programs with the Intelreg Advisor XE Itrsquos certainly not a typically newsworthy story
As a result an annoying phenomenon has slowly been building momentum This is now quite evident all over the internet and is destroying good journalism The phenomenon is called Link-baiting Our trustworthy source of internet knowledge describes Link-bait(ing) as anything ldquointeresting enough to catch peoplersquos attentionrdquo (httpenwikipediaorgwikiLink_bait)
Link-baiting is synonymous with the sensational cover stories used on the front of magazines to entice people walking past to pick up the magazines and delve into them As with most things from the print
No news is good news
lsquoQuite evident all over the internet and is destroying good
journalismrsquo
By Simon Owusu
technology
TechBit Sio-Bytes
78
provider in America to the tune of US$ 400 million The initial story broke on the PRWEB website and the majority of online publications regurgitated the story with no additional insights such as the implications of such a deal which real journalism would call for None of them bothered to check the sources or the credibility of the story Millions of revenue-generating clicks later the more seasoned online publications such as CNN AllThings D and CNET broke the bigger story that the press release was fake and that both Google and ICOA Wireless had denied the story In a rush to break the story the first rule of journalism was contravened lsquoAlways check your sourcesrsquo
Given the transient nature of any false news stories posted on the internet these days the story quickly disappeared from most of the offending publications and today you will be hard pressed to find any mention of this slip-up The Sentinel we like to think always brings you the truth albeit typed on an iPad Mini so donrsquot count on us to follow such faulty phenomena and trends
online user into clicking on it due to the coincidental name-sharing of the Abbots Langley Cameron Diaz with the famous American actress Every link clicked demonstrates the potential for advertisers to reach larger audiences and generate revenue for the online publications
From the same school as link-baiting comes the phenomenon of lsquofirst past the postrsquo journalism within the advertising-driven online publication world In this type of journalism emphasis is placed on being first to publish or break a news story Online publications that are first to break a news story attract a high amount of traffic (which translates into large revenues generated by advertising) since they are the only source of that particular information for a short space of time Online users have no choice but to visit that particular site if they wish to read the scoop The downside of this is that in a bid to be first to reap the advertising revenues frequently news stories are not properly checked for credibility On Monday 26 November 2012 nearly every online technology publication published the story of Google purchasing ICOA Wireless a Wi-Fi hot-spot
lsquoFrequently news stories are not properly checked for credibilityrsquo
lsquolsquoAlways check your sourcesrsquorsquo
technology79
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these people in business suits are rushing to check in their business cases Irsquom manoeuvring my 19-metre ski bag between them Strange looks and questions donrsquot surprise me anymore The looks whispers and questions Irsquove had while on trains from one place to the next or on the tram after going to the beach on my way to the indoor slope this summer On the one hand they made me feel like I was some strange creature from another planet but on the other they got me extra stoked up about what Irsquom doing
As I write this itrsquos a week after I checked in my bags and Irsquom sitting in my favourite coffee shop Cuppa Joersquos in Breckenridge Colorado Over the past five days Irsquove been getting up every morning at around 630 am and getting out at around 800am Anyone who knows me will probably raise an eyebrow at this When Irsquom working at home on my photos and stories for the White Freeski Magazine where Irsquom editor-in-chief or on freelance assignments my daily rhythm is completely the opposite But I guess thatrsquos the nice thing about jetlag
Itrsquos hard to describe the feeling of finally getting back
You know that feeling of bubbly excitement you get when you are getting ready to go and do something yoursquove been anticipating for a long long time It might be finally nailing that presentation to finish up university cooking a great dinner for friends or excitement about meeting up with someone
Getting my bags out from the basement after they had been collecting dust for the past eight months prompted those feelings to rush through my veins once again Even though I donrsquot mind being home going to the beach and rehabbing my knee and visiting friends in different countries over the summer all this has taken place in the city and Irsquove been missing the mountains terribly As Irsquom getting my bags out it makes me realise that it really is almost time for me to click into my skis again and breathe in the fresh mountain air
After packing it was finally time to get on my flight to Denver Colorado on Monday morning While all
white outBubbles of Excitement
By Ananda van Welij
Just another girl from a country without mountains addicted to snow
lsquoGo and do something yoursquove been anticipating for a long long timersquo
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have ahead of me this winter Looking forward again instead of being bummed I try to focus on the bright side like I did while I was stuck at home rehabbing and walking on crutches Trying to be inspired by what I see around me and what others do and have instead of being frustrated by it
It makes me wonder about just working and meeting up with friends at home I know I have a privileged life as Irsquom sitting here but isnrsquot this something we all experience in our daily lives It can be hard to sit down let go of the frustration sadness and problems and look forward Itrsquos not always possible to do it overnight but I think that just trying makes you feel better and in the end it allows you to bubble with excitement again no matter if itrsquos for a day of skiing or for finishing that project
My new mission for this season is to stay positive and draw inspiration from the people and things around me Irsquoll let you know how Irsquom doing in three weeksrsquo time
onto my skis after being out for eight months due to a torn MCL Cruising down the hill feeling and hearing the snow crunch under my feet It might sound strange to you but to me itrsquos a special sort of magic I guess it has something to do with the dopamine your body makes while having a great rush of excitement Although Irsquom pretty tired right now and taking a day off from skiing just walking outside and knowing that I can go up the hill any moment I like makes me feel better
Being so excited to be back on the snow after an injury also has a downside It comes in the form of having to hold myself back Since my injury I havenrsquot been jumping or doing any crazy tricks Itrsquos hard seeing all my friends jump and having fun in the park knowing I really shouldnrsquot do any of that stuff yet My mind is screaming ldquoYou can do that toordquo But Irsquom scared of a repeat injury brought on by pushing myself too hard too fast I have to force myself to sit down talk to my friends and listen to their stories of having fun while being genuinely happy for them To enjoy the sun instead of freaking myself out eat some good food have a good laugh and think of all the fun trips I
lsquoExtra stoked up about what Irsquom doingrsquo
lsquoTo me itrsquos a special sort of magicrsquo
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We have reached the point of the season when the outstanding manager of the first half has his team profiled and receives a pat on the back An overall lead at Xmas more often than not means that the team has peaked during the first half of the season before going on to show signs of weakness This season unusually we have a manager who has led strongly from the very early weeks but who still has a full supply of substitutes in reserve This bodes ill for the other managers as even though he has been professionally hunted down to the point that his lead is now meagre (or even gone by the time this is published) Steven Fockema still holds all the aces given that his reserves remain intact while the chasersrsquo have been used up to varying degrees
Daft3Punks
GK Tim Krul (newcastle United) 25m ndash Out injured from the beginning of September until the end of November No proper form assessment possible so far this season and his team are in apparent gradual creep towards the relegation zone Rating 825
deF Jose enrique (Liverpool) 35m ndash At a work-in-progress team Now playing regularly as a midfielder and showing positive form Rating 85
deF daniel Agger (Liverpool) 4m ndash Still more bluster and posing than glory Rating 825
deF Winston Reid (West Ham) 1m ndash Doing New Zealand proud in the Premier League at his price West Ham may not secure a greater number of clean sheets in the second half of the season however Rating 80
deF Jan Vertonghen (Tottenham Hotspur) 45m ndash Handsome driving Belgian vanilla One of the stars of the season thus far Rating 90
mId Gareth Bale (Tottenham Hotspur) 55m ndash The most impressive individual player in the current Premier League Rating 915
mId michu (Swansea city) 2m ndash Incredible value at his price A natural goal-scorer extraordinaire who also gets around and shows versatility Rating 90
mId Yaya Toure (manchester city) 45m ndash Nowhere close to his form of the previous season even if that can change in the second half of this one Rating 850
FWd Fabio Borini (Liverpool) 3m ndash Tipped here to eventually do well but long-term injury befell him just at the time he was settling into his new team and system Rating 80
FWd olivier Giroud (Arsenal) 45m ndash Has been nudging levels above average of late Rating 850
FWd Papiss cisse (newcastle United) 5m ndash Another player showing an astonishing fall from the excellence of the final third of the previous season Newcastle United appear to need re-styling quickly Rating 825
overall rating 9340 (max 100)
The New Year will only bring fireworks given the keen match-up between FFG-CL managers
By Denson Pierre
The Gold Room
88
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wwwczechtourismcom
CZECH REPUBLIC - STUNNINGLY DIFFERENT
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Silent nights
Winter nights are well suited to staying indoors in the warmth especially after dark Not everyone is a lowland bear however and most of us need thoughtful stimulation to keep smiling through cold nights spent away from living quarters Luckily for Amsterdammers who pay attention from time to time extremely interesting and creative happenings are staged at a price anyone can afford The idea is simple tour the lights of lsquoNew Cityrsquo Amsterdam at night spending a couple of hours on a sturdy comfortable and warm (enclosed) historical craft The city falls silent as soon as you leave the pier and the transformation is complete when the city becomes simply unrecognisable with its flat lines interrupted by a few high-rising buildings shimmering back at you Some things in Amsterdam remain refreshingly surprising even to its well-cured darlings Not much beats having couple glasses of wine while splashing across the IJsselmeer and struggling to figure out which section of the city you are gazing upon through the silence of an icy night
Watch out for repeats wwwlichtophetijnl
city gems
By Denson Pierre
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The Sentinel took up the enthusiastic invitation from the people of the annually occurring Dutch-Lithuanian art event on December 1 The Dutch aspect of the event day and night together with the displayed art was not particularly significant in this case however given that it was one of the more complete cultural cuisine musical and heartily drinking events that the recent European Union arrivalrsquos creative set could conjure with the help of their foreign desk and local culture funds A well produced and expansive programme could be sampled and lightning insight garnered into the culture and artistic impressions of a pearl of Baltic civilisation Vilnius met Amsterdam It just may be time for this e-zine to delve even deeper into Lithuania
See wwwltartnl
Iron Wolves
By Denson Pierre
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MechelenAuthentic and full of surprises Thatrsquos Mechelen Hospitable and honourable Thatrsquos the people of Mechelen Come and experience the cityrsquos urban charms for yourself Mechelen
Authentic and full of surprises Thatrsquos Mechelen Hospitable and honourable Thatrsquos the people of Mechelen Come and experience the cityrsquos urban charms for yourself
photography copy Layla Aerts
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CafeacuteBar Review Batavia 1920
lsquoClassic bar art embraces you as you enterrsquo
cafebar review60
Batavia 1920Prins Hendrikkade 85 1012 AE Amsterdam
It is always handy to know of a wholesome cafeacutebar that ticks all the boxes even if it happens to be located at the busiest point of the old city (obliquely opposite Central Station) Over the course of the different seasons I managed to assess this fine establishment which serves as another reminder of what good honest bars are all about There is still quality available in Amsterdam
AmbianceThoughtful solid furniture easy lighting and classic bar art embraces you as you enter With a chess club professional dart board regular parties and borrels the vibe ranges daily from mellow to vibrant Rating 5
StaffregularsOn my most recent visit I had the pleasure of Elizabeth and Jamie leading the service but staff members are always experienced service is quick and drinks are de-livered with fresh smiles whoever happens to be work-ing The regulars are plentiful and the bar emanates the energy of a good professional lsquoIrishrsquo bar attracting an eclectic international mix to this super-central location It is a perfect meeting point for friends from any cardi-nal direction with the national transportation hub being literally just across the road Rating 5
Televised sportAmple flat screens and channels Rating 4
PricesIn general the prices are standard Central Amsterdam levels which is sadly typical of grand cafeacutes in this post-code area What works in Bataviarsquos favour is that it has an above-average selection of lsquoBelgian beautiesrsquo (beer) on offer Given the advised dosage having two or three should not leave you broke or broken The kitchen also has quite a strong reputation for above-average pub fare The Sunday roast dinner is especially popular and keeps folk who like that sort of thing coming back as often as they can afford it Rating 3
MusicGenuinely diverse popular and world music from a crisp-sounding digital sound system and staff members seem to have cool taste in music Rating 5
Smoking area provisionThere is a large smoking room on the lower level Sim-ple and ingenious air-conditioning allows you to spend your full upstairs session there without the sense of be-ing fumigated If you were not told about the smoking area below you would not know there was one Rating 5
Total rating 2730(Ratings from 1-5 where 1 = Very poor and 5 = Excel-lent)
By Denson Pierre
lsquoA perfect meeting point for friends from any cardinal directionrsquo
cafebar review6
1
lsquoIt has an above-average selection of lsquoBelgian beautiesrsquorsquo
cafebar review62
lsquoStaff members seem to have cool taste in musicrsquo
cafebar review63
For complete and world class tours of Prague
Packages includebull Hidden and playful Prague (for families with young children)bull Literary Praguebull Prague Architecture through the agesbull Religion and the citybull The old city at night
These are detailed tours designed for visitors who wish to explore with great detail and not suitable for simply sight-seeing tourists
Day segments and ratesPR 0800-1230hrs AG 1330-1630hrs UE 1730-2130hrsAll sessions are priced at u 25 per single adult Group size upper limit = 8 Accompanied children under the age of five are gratis and school aged children pay 25 Family package rates are negotiable
ContactJaroslav Cernosek+420 602 228 797Mail jcernosekcentrumcz
wwwyourtuliptourcom
JC Tours
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star beer guide
The SentinelStar beer guide
lsquoFind the better bars serving it at the right price in the New Yearrsquo
Clever marketing and an effective pricing campaign has led to this A-class standard-bearing blonde becoming one of the most easily found lsquorealrsquo beers in Amsterdam cafeacutes and bars With its distinctive charisma and fresh fruity taste it sits just on the edge in terms of strength and only the brave and seasoned can be found using it as a session beer Prices across Amsterdam for the same Trappist-glass measure can range dramatically from euro 250 to euro 425 per glass so there is fun to be had trying to find the better bars serving it at the right price in the New Year Your search will be rewarded by this cool classic
Grimbergen Blonde is brewed by Alken-Maes Alken Belgium
By Denson Pierre
GRIMBERGEN BLONDE (67 ABV)
67star beer guide
68
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BRING BACK
A substantial amount of the culture on mainland Europe revolves around platinum-standard beer of various descriptions and fl avours being easily available Amsterdam is not lacking in cafeacutes bars off licences supermarkets and online outlets stocking truly great beers available either immediately or within 24 hours With the growing popularity of high-yeast and high alcohol by volume brands how these drinks are served is a cause for concern however
Led by the Belgians and French the art of designing a glass that refl ects the individual quality of the liquid experience within is among these productsrsquo most out-standing features after their fl avour and power to in-toxicate Any beer of decent repute has its own glass in which it is intended to be served This always takes the form and size of a sensible measure to ensure a taste experience at the correct temperature and allow people to enjoy the evoked sensations before fi nding them-selves suddenly and blindingly drunk What we now often fi nd in tourist-pressed Amsterdam are these lsquoreal beersrsquo being off ered and served to ignorant punters in pint (or half-litre) measures leading to people becom-ing drunk at speed and destroying the overall aesthetic of lsquobeering itrsquo with style
The Sentinel says bring back the serving of high-alco-hol-content drinks in appropriate measures and if pos-sible in the glasses especially designed for the purpose This would be desirable for all manner of reasons not least health and safety Barkeepers can be educators too and it shouldnrsquot be too diffi cult to persuade tourists (usually German British and Irish) who represent the majority of volume drinkers in the cityrsquos more desirable watering holes It is foolish greedy and uncouth to con-sume high-alcohol beverages in such volumes and not expect to end up senselessly drunk and ultimately spoil the whole experience Volume drinkers should simply be directed to the lsquopiss waterrsquo beers of which there are many to satiate their needs and leave the quality beer tours for when they have educated themselves in the culture and manner of consumption that ensures maxi-mum pleasure and above all style
By Denson Pierre
STYLED BEER GLASSES
69amsterdam city life
We find the best most fun most typical exciting or local favourite restaurants etcetera in Amsterdam and bring them to you an easy way to feel like a local
Het Compagnie Theater Amsterdam 12122012
Recommended
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EUROGIFTSXenonweg 9 3812 SZ Amersfoort
Tel 033 - 454 35 75 - Fax 033 - 454 35 79E-mail lmproefeurogiftsnl
Website wwweurogiftsnl
FILMPROEF
ORDERNUMMER 6021022ARTIKELNUMMER 65123
Ware grootte (indien uitgeprint)Kleur opdruk Wit
Mulligans Irish Music BarAmsterdamrsquos best address for live Irish music Five (5) nights a week Check our agenda for upcoming sessions
Cafeacute KostverlorenCafeacute Kostverloren is a contemporary cafe offering the cosiness of a saloon an open kitchen and the intimacy of a living room During summer there is a large sunny terrace and during winter an open fi replace
VibesVibes is a relaxing cafecocktail bar art gallery with a large selection of coffees herbal teas homemade cakes and an amazing card of cocktails made with fresh fruit by a professional cocktail bartenderEnjoy our Italian kitchen in a cosy and friendly atmosphere
IncantoIncanto is a restaurant with a classic Italian kitchen Venetian chef Simone Ambrosin is known for his pure and simple style of cooking with feeling for nuance The wine list contains over 150 Italian wines
Planet RosePlanet Rose is the fi rst Caribbean restaurant in the Netherlands which specializes in Jamaican cuisine The menu features a daily changing selection of JamaicanCaribbean dishes and they ensure that you enjoy the whole expe-rience while dining with them
Cafe TisfrisCafe Tisfris is recognisable for its landmarks funky pillars and terrace Tisfris offers a friendly service and is a great pit stop for ldquoyummyrdquo refreshments
Cafe restaurant EdelCafe restaurant Edel is the perfect place for lunch dinner or to simply enjoy a drink Edel is a unique place in Amsterdam
Cafeacute OportoCafeacute Oporto is a traditional Amsterdam lsquobrown cafersquo Welcoming tourists and regular customers alike they offer televised sports wireless internet connection and a wide range of reasonably priced beers and spirits
Connoisseurs Delight Fun Drinking amp MusicTo Be Seen and Tasted
To Be Seen and Tasted
Fun Drinking amp Music
Connoisseurs Delight
Connoisseurs Delight
To Be Seen and Tasted
Neighbourhood cosy
Opera Prima - Patisserie Bistro TraiteurThe best place in town for lunch exquisite high teas or brunches and all of your luxury catering both private and corporate
Kinkerstraat 228 Amsterdamwwwoperaprimanl
St Antoniebreestraat 142 Amsterdamwwwtisfrisnl
Postjesweg 1 1057 DT Amsterdamwwwedelamsterdamnl
Zoutsteeg 1 1012 LX Amsterdamwwwcafeoportonethome
Amstel 100 1017 AC Amsterdamwwwmulligansnl
2e Kostverlorenkade 70 Amsterdamwwwcafekostverlorennl
Jan Pieter Heijestraat 137 Amsterdamwwwwixcomvibes137vibes
Amstel 2 Amsterdamwwwrestaurant-incantonl
Nicolaas Beetsstraat 47 Amsterdamwwwplanetroseinfo
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Where is this inAmsterdam
72spotted
Room 2cfilm
This is the one that will make you pause James Stewart one of my top ten actors of all time plays a businessman fighting to keep his life and family together while everything is crashing down around him In steps an lsquoangelrsquo to try and convince him that life is not as bad as it seems and that other people would be a lot worse off without him Probably the highest rated film Irsquove ever reviewed and one of the most Christmas-delicious I know
Could you walk 2400 kilometres while being pursued with little more than a longing to return to your homeland and mother to keep you and your dependant companions going Would you do this twice This utterly moving film highlights the true-life Australian apartheid practices of the twentieth century and the trauma it caused to native Australians The barren landscapes provide the perfect backdrop for compelling cinema-tography and its dryness will be irrigated by your tears
By David King
By dpmotions
Itrsquos a Wonderful Life (1946)
Rabbit-Proof Fence (2002)
73room2c
74trends
lsquoFacebook in particular is responsible for exacerbating unspoken competitivenessrsquo
By Dirkje Bakker-Pierre
Trends in the food industry are moving faster than lightning and are harder and harder to keep up with When you are all geared up to create your own artsy cupcakes all of a sudden cupcakes are out and macaroons are the flavour of the day
Sweat dripping and cheeks burning with stress levels going through the roof women all around the country have been toiling night and day to create just the right pimped-up cakes (completely covered in layers of pink and red marzipan tiny silver sugar balls and rose petals made from feather-light sugar) which look like they come from one of the newly popped-up cupcake shops Facebook in particular is responsible for exacerbating unspoken competitiveness due to images being posted of better looking and prettier cakes just after you posted your own in comparison pretty sad creations forcing you back into the kitchen to try again
One day itrsquos cutting out names from layers of chocolate the next itrsquos squirting curls and swirls of rainbow colours or grating organic carrots for the rather awkward lsquohealthyrsquo version the carrot cupcake
Shops have adjusted their aisles to make way for endless shelves of specialised products in all ranges of sweetness and multicoloured cuteness shapes tools mixtures and machines It is a whole world of custom products which just keeps growing and changing and you need to keep up with it all or risk being hopelessly left behind There are pink-coloured cook books workshops websites self-help groups and neglected overweight children crying for something non-sweet for once
But then after all your attempts and when you finally think you have achieved perfection before you know it you make a complete fool of yourself by serving the wrong type of sweet and colourful titbits because a new trend has already arrived That really makes you feel like a macaroon
All Caked Out
75trends
Winter solstice is an exciting time of year when we all start dreaming of more sun more light and more inspiration Continuing the gemstone theme I would like to draw your attention to the very lovely and sparkling sunstone also known as heliolite It is the official gemstone of the US state of Oregon which is a prime source for this beautiful gem The name heliolite is derived from the Greek lsquoheliosrsquo and lsquolithosrsquo which mean lsquosunrsquo and lsquostonersquo It was first discovered in Viking burial mounds but despite its long history is not found in abundance
Sunstone is metallic in appearance and comes in red orange or green colours However cleaner red sunstone is very rare and commands proper gemstone prices The stone is a composite of oligoclase feldspar which also contains hematite or goethite The presence of hematite or goethite gives the stone its ability to reflect light hence the name sunstone Sunstone is said to be an inspiration stone able to bestow freedom independence and happiness It also said to reduce fear alleviate stress and bring good luck in any game of chance This sparkly stone has a further use in healing and is believed to endow its wearers with enhanced self-healing powers Other properties
Shine
By Evelina Kvartunaite
ndash
lsquoDreaming of more sun more light and more inspirationrsquo
ndash
include stimulating the vegetative autonomic nervous system and enhancing the harmonious functioning of all the bodyrsquos organs It is also quite helpful in cases of exhaustion due to lack of sleep
The gemstone is used to treat chronic sore throats and relieves pain caused by stomach ulcers It has proved successful in alleviating Seasonal Affective Disorder (or SAD) and is also known for relieving cartilage problems rheumatism and general aches and pains Sunstone helps in dealing with depression and frees its wearers from feelings of discrimination and failure as well as from perceptions of an lsquoevil worldrsquo Sunstone increases a personrsquos sense of self-esteem and self-worth
Sunstone is particularly beneficial when used in sunshine or sunlight It brings abundance to a personrsquos life and transforms negative energy into positive energy
If you have any other helpful tips you would like to share please let me know at evelinakvartunaiteconsultancymarketmediacom
76health amp well-being
ndash
lsquoBestow freedom independence and happinessrsquo
ndash
ndash
lsquoIt has proved successful in alleviating Seasonal Affective
Disorderrsquo
ndash
77health amp well-being
world this lsquotrickeryrsquo has moved online With todayrsquos short attention spans the potential to draw users to a website and retain them is a crucial skill which is rewarded by the revenue that can be generated based on how long a user stays on a website Link-baiting should have been foreseen since it is inevitable
Every click on a website is a revenue-generating moment in terms of advertising The amount of adverts to which you can expose an online user as they click to and through your website is the currency used to determine whether an advertising agency spends its budget on one publication over another Real journalism and insightful opinions once drove online traffic for web publications but link-baiting is now seriously derailing this approach
Most of the time the story behind the sensational link does not live up to expectations A typical example of this can be found in the online edition of the Watford Observer on Tuesday 31 July 2012 The link-bait read ldquoCameron Diaz vows to kick drug habit with help of stepdadrdquo However following the link or falling for the bait led to the underwhelming story ldquoDrug user Cameron Diaz of Broomfield Rise Abbots Langley has sworn to clean up his act with the help of his stepfatherrdquo Although the story was factually correct the intention of the publication was to trick the
One of my previous articles described how online technology publications are subverting reality by not correctly echoing the sentiments of the consuming public Part of the cause of this is that usually in a bid to counter the majority of lacklustre stories floating around they subvert reality to make it more interesting How many non-geeks really care about the advantages of modelling parallelism on serial programs with the Intelreg Advisor XE Itrsquos certainly not a typically newsworthy story
As a result an annoying phenomenon has slowly been building momentum This is now quite evident all over the internet and is destroying good journalism The phenomenon is called Link-baiting Our trustworthy source of internet knowledge describes Link-bait(ing) as anything ldquointeresting enough to catch peoplersquos attentionrdquo (httpenwikipediaorgwikiLink_bait)
Link-baiting is synonymous with the sensational cover stories used on the front of magazines to entice people walking past to pick up the magazines and delve into them As with most things from the print
No news is good news
lsquoQuite evident all over the internet and is destroying good
journalismrsquo
By Simon Owusu
technology
TechBit Sio-Bytes
78
provider in America to the tune of US$ 400 million The initial story broke on the PRWEB website and the majority of online publications regurgitated the story with no additional insights such as the implications of such a deal which real journalism would call for None of them bothered to check the sources or the credibility of the story Millions of revenue-generating clicks later the more seasoned online publications such as CNN AllThings D and CNET broke the bigger story that the press release was fake and that both Google and ICOA Wireless had denied the story In a rush to break the story the first rule of journalism was contravened lsquoAlways check your sourcesrsquo
Given the transient nature of any false news stories posted on the internet these days the story quickly disappeared from most of the offending publications and today you will be hard pressed to find any mention of this slip-up The Sentinel we like to think always brings you the truth albeit typed on an iPad Mini so donrsquot count on us to follow such faulty phenomena and trends
online user into clicking on it due to the coincidental name-sharing of the Abbots Langley Cameron Diaz with the famous American actress Every link clicked demonstrates the potential for advertisers to reach larger audiences and generate revenue for the online publications
From the same school as link-baiting comes the phenomenon of lsquofirst past the postrsquo journalism within the advertising-driven online publication world In this type of journalism emphasis is placed on being first to publish or break a news story Online publications that are first to break a news story attract a high amount of traffic (which translates into large revenues generated by advertising) since they are the only source of that particular information for a short space of time Online users have no choice but to visit that particular site if they wish to read the scoop The downside of this is that in a bid to be first to reap the advertising revenues frequently news stories are not properly checked for credibility On Monday 26 November 2012 nearly every online technology publication published the story of Google purchasing ICOA Wireless a Wi-Fi hot-spot
lsquoFrequently news stories are not properly checked for credibilityrsquo
lsquolsquoAlways check your sourcesrsquorsquo
technology79
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these people in business suits are rushing to check in their business cases Irsquom manoeuvring my 19-metre ski bag between them Strange looks and questions donrsquot surprise me anymore The looks whispers and questions Irsquove had while on trains from one place to the next or on the tram after going to the beach on my way to the indoor slope this summer On the one hand they made me feel like I was some strange creature from another planet but on the other they got me extra stoked up about what Irsquom doing
As I write this itrsquos a week after I checked in my bags and Irsquom sitting in my favourite coffee shop Cuppa Joersquos in Breckenridge Colorado Over the past five days Irsquove been getting up every morning at around 630 am and getting out at around 800am Anyone who knows me will probably raise an eyebrow at this When Irsquom working at home on my photos and stories for the White Freeski Magazine where Irsquom editor-in-chief or on freelance assignments my daily rhythm is completely the opposite But I guess thatrsquos the nice thing about jetlag
Itrsquos hard to describe the feeling of finally getting back
You know that feeling of bubbly excitement you get when you are getting ready to go and do something yoursquove been anticipating for a long long time It might be finally nailing that presentation to finish up university cooking a great dinner for friends or excitement about meeting up with someone
Getting my bags out from the basement after they had been collecting dust for the past eight months prompted those feelings to rush through my veins once again Even though I donrsquot mind being home going to the beach and rehabbing my knee and visiting friends in different countries over the summer all this has taken place in the city and Irsquove been missing the mountains terribly As Irsquom getting my bags out it makes me realise that it really is almost time for me to click into my skis again and breathe in the fresh mountain air
After packing it was finally time to get on my flight to Denver Colorado on Monday morning While all
white outBubbles of Excitement
By Ananda van Welij
Just another girl from a country without mountains addicted to snow
lsquoGo and do something yoursquove been anticipating for a long long timersquo
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have ahead of me this winter Looking forward again instead of being bummed I try to focus on the bright side like I did while I was stuck at home rehabbing and walking on crutches Trying to be inspired by what I see around me and what others do and have instead of being frustrated by it
It makes me wonder about just working and meeting up with friends at home I know I have a privileged life as Irsquom sitting here but isnrsquot this something we all experience in our daily lives It can be hard to sit down let go of the frustration sadness and problems and look forward Itrsquos not always possible to do it overnight but I think that just trying makes you feel better and in the end it allows you to bubble with excitement again no matter if itrsquos for a day of skiing or for finishing that project
My new mission for this season is to stay positive and draw inspiration from the people and things around me Irsquoll let you know how Irsquom doing in three weeksrsquo time
onto my skis after being out for eight months due to a torn MCL Cruising down the hill feeling and hearing the snow crunch under my feet It might sound strange to you but to me itrsquos a special sort of magic I guess it has something to do with the dopamine your body makes while having a great rush of excitement Although Irsquom pretty tired right now and taking a day off from skiing just walking outside and knowing that I can go up the hill any moment I like makes me feel better
Being so excited to be back on the snow after an injury also has a downside It comes in the form of having to hold myself back Since my injury I havenrsquot been jumping or doing any crazy tricks Itrsquos hard seeing all my friends jump and having fun in the park knowing I really shouldnrsquot do any of that stuff yet My mind is screaming ldquoYou can do that toordquo But Irsquom scared of a repeat injury brought on by pushing myself too hard too fast I have to force myself to sit down talk to my friends and listen to their stories of having fun while being genuinely happy for them To enjoy the sun instead of freaking myself out eat some good food have a good laugh and think of all the fun trips I
lsquoExtra stoked up about what Irsquom doingrsquo
lsquoTo me itrsquos a special sort of magicrsquo
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We have reached the point of the season when the outstanding manager of the first half has his team profiled and receives a pat on the back An overall lead at Xmas more often than not means that the team has peaked during the first half of the season before going on to show signs of weakness This season unusually we have a manager who has led strongly from the very early weeks but who still has a full supply of substitutes in reserve This bodes ill for the other managers as even though he has been professionally hunted down to the point that his lead is now meagre (or even gone by the time this is published) Steven Fockema still holds all the aces given that his reserves remain intact while the chasersrsquo have been used up to varying degrees
Daft3Punks
GK Tim Krul (newcastle United) 25m ndash Out injured from the beginning of September until the end of November No proper form assessment possible so far this season and his team are in apparent gradual creep towards the relegation zone Rating 825
deF Jose enrique (Liverpool) 35m ndash At a work-in-progress team Now playing regularly as a midfielder and showing positive form Rating 85
deF daniel Agger (Liverpool) 4m ndash Still more bluster and posing than glory Rating 825
deF Winston Reid (West Ham) 1m ndash Doing New Zealand proud in the Premier League at his price West Ham may not secure a greater number of clean sheets in the second half of the season however Rating 80
deF Jan Vertonghen (Tottenham Hotspur) 45m ndash Handsome driving Belgian vanilla One of the stars of the season thus far Rating 90
mId Gareth Bale (Tottenham Hotspur) 55m ndash The most impressive individual player in the current Premier League Rating 915
mId michu (Swansea city) 2m ndash Incredible value at his price A natural goal-scorer extraordinaire who also gets around and shows versatility Rating 90
mId Yaya Toure (manchester city) 45m ndash Nowhere close to his form of the previous season even if that can change in the second half of this one Rating 850
FWd Fabio Borini (Liverpool) 3m ndash Tipped here to eventually do well but long-term injury befell him just at the time he was settling into his new team and system Rating 80
FWd olivier Giroud (Arsenal) 45m ndash Has been nudging levels above average of late Rating 850
FWd Papiss cisse (newcastle United) 5m ndash Another player showing an astonishing fall from the excellence of the final third of the previous season Newcastle United appear to need re-styling quickly Rating 825
overall rating 9340 (max 100)
The New Year will only bring fireworks given the keen match-up between FFG-CL managers
By Denson Pierre
The Gold Room
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wwwczechtourismcom
CZECH REPUBLIC - STUNNINGLY DIFFERENT
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Silent nights
Winter nights are well suited to staying indoors in the warmth especially after dark Not everyone is a lowland bear however and most of us need thoughtful stimulation to keep smiling through cold nights spent away from living quarters Luckily for Amsterdammers who pay attention from time to time extremely interesting and creative happenings are staged at a price anyone can afford The idea is simple tour the lights of lsquoNew Cityrsquo Amsterdam at night spending a couple of hours on a sturdy comfortable and warm (enclosed) historical craft The city falls silent as soon as you leave the pier and the transformation is complete when the city becomes simply unrecognisable with its flat lines interrupted by a few high-rising buildings shimmering back at you Some things in Amsterdam remain refreshingly surprising even to its well-cured darlings Not much beats having couple glasses of wine while splashing across the IJsselmeer and struggling to figure out which section of the city you are gazing upon through the silence of an icy night
Watch out for repeats wwwlichtophetijnl
city gems
By Denson Pierre
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The Sentinel took up the enthusiastic invitation from the people of the annually occurring Dutch-Lithuanian art event on December 1 The Dutch aspect of the event day and night together with the displayed art was not particularly significant in this case however given that it was one of the more complete cultural cuisine musical and heartily drinking events that the recent European Union arrivalrsquos creative set could conjure with the help of their foreign desk and local culture funds A well produced and expansive programme could be sampled and lightning insight garnered into the culture and artistic impressions of a pearl of Baltic civilisation Vilnius met Amsterdam It just may be time for this e-zine to delve even deeper into Lithuania
See wwwltartnl
Iron Wolves
By Denson Pierre
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MechelenAuthentic and full of surprises Thatrsquos Mechelen Hospitable and honourable Thatrsquos the people of Mechelen Come and experience the cityrsquos urban charms for yourself Mechelen
Authentic and full of surprises Thatrsquos Mechelen Hospitable and honourable Thatrsquos the people of Mechelen Come and experience the cityrsquos urban charms for yourself
photography copy Layla Aerts
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CafeacuteBar Review Batavia 1920
lsquoClassic bar art embraces you as you enterrsquo
cafebar review60
Batavia 1920Prins Hendrikkade 85 1012 AE Amsterdam
It is always handy to know of a wholesome cafeacutebar that ticks all the boxes even if it happens to be located at the busiest point of the old city (obliquely opposite Central Station) Over the course of the different seasons I managed to assess this fine establishment which serves as another reminder of what good honest bars are all about There is still quality available in Amsterdam
AmbianceThoughtful solid furniture easy lighting and classic bar art embraces you as you enter With a chess club professional dart board regular parties and borrels the vibe ranges daily from mellow to vibrant Rating 5
StaffregularsOn my most recent visit I had the pleasure of Elizabeth and Jamie leading the service but staff members are always experienced service is quick and drinks are de-livered with fresh smiles whoever happens to be work-ing The regulars are plentiful and the bar emanates the energy of a good professional lsquoIrishrsquo bar attracting an eclectic international mix to this super-central location It is a perfect meeting point for friends from any cardi-nal direction with the national transportation hub being literally just across the road Rating 5
Televised sportAmple flat screens and channels Rating 4
PricesIn general the prices are standard Central Amsterdam levels which is sadly typical of grand cafeacutes in this post-code area What works in Bataviarsquos favour is that it has an above-average selection of lsquoBelgian beautiesrsquo (beer) on offer Given the advised dosage having two or three should not leave you broke or broken The kitchen also has quite a strong reputation for above-average pub fare The Sunday roast dinner is especially popular and keeps folk who like that sort of thing coming back as often as they can afford it Rating 3
MusicGenuinely diverse popular and world music from a crisp-sounding digital sound system and staff members seem to have cool taste in music Rating 5
Smoking area provisionThere is a large smoking room on the lower level Sim-ple and ingenious air-conditioning allows you to spend your full upstairs session there without the sense of be-ing fumigated If you were not told about the smoking area below you would not know there was one Rating 5
Total rating 2730(Ratings from 1-5 where 1 = Very poor and 5 = Excel-lent)
By Denson Pierre
lsquoA perfect meeting point for friends from any cardinal directionrsquo
cafebar review6
1
lsquoIt has an above-average selection of lsquoBelgian beautiesrsquorsquo
cafebar review62
lsquoStaff members seem to have cool taste in musicrsquo
cafebar review63
For complete and world class tours of Prague
Packages includebull Hidden and playful Prague (for families with young children)bull Literary Praguebull Prague Architecture through the agesbull Religion and the citybull The old city at night
These are detailed tours designed for visitors who wish to explore with great detail and not suitable for simply sight-seeing tourists
Day segments and ratesPR 0800-1230hrs AG 1330-1630hrs UE 1730-2130hrsAll sessions are priced at u 25 per single adult Group size upper limit = 8 Accompanied children under the age of five are gratis and school aged children pay 25 Family package rates are negotiable
ContactJaroslav Cernosek+420 602 228 797Mail jcernosekcentrumcz
wwwyourtuliptourcom
JC Tours
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star beer guide
The SentinelStar beer guide
lsquoFind the better bars serving it at the right price in the New Yearrsquo
Clever marketing and an effective pricing campaign has led to this A-class standard-bearing blonde becoming one of the most easily found lsquorealrsquo beers in Amsterdam cafeacutes and bars With its distinctive charisma and fresh fruity taste it sits just on the edge in terms of strength and only the brave and seasoned can be found using it as a session beer Prices across Amsterdam for the same Trappist-glass measure can range dramatically from euro 250 to euro 425 per glass so there is fun to be had trying to find the better bars serving it at the right price in the New Year Your search will be rewarded by this cool classic
Grimbergen Blonde is brewed by Alken-Maes Alken Belgium
By Denson Pierre
GRIMBERGEN BLONDE (67 ABV)
67star beer guide
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BRING BACK
A substantial amount of the culture on mainland Europe revolves around platinum-standard beer of various descriptions and fl avours being easily available Amsterdam is not lacking in cafeacutes bars off licences supermarkets and online outlets stocking truly great beers available either immediately or within 24 hours With the growing popularity of high-yeast and high alcohol by volume brands how these drinks are served is a cause for concern however
Led by the Belgians and French the art of designing a glass that refl ects the individual quality of the liquid experience within is among these productsrsquo most out-standing features after their fl avour and power to in-toxicate Any beer of decent repute has its own glass in which it is intended to be served This always takes the form and size of a sensible measure to ensure a taste experience at the correct temperature and allow people to enjoy the evoked sensations before fi nding them-selves suddenly and blindingly drunk What we now often fi nd in tourist-pressed Amsterdam are these lsquoreal beersrsquo being off ered and served to ignorant punters in pint (or half-litre) measures leading to people becom-ing drunk at speed and destroying the overall aesthetic of lsquobeering itrsquo with style
The Sentinel says bring back the serving of high-alco-hol-content drinks in appropriate measures and if pos-sible in the glasses especially designed for the purpose This would be desirable for all manner of reasons not least health and safety Barkeepers can be educators too and it shouldnrsquot be too diffi cult to persuade tourists (usually German British and Irish) who represent the majority of volume drinkers in the cityrsquos more desirable watering holes It is foolish greedy and uncouth to con-sume high-alcohol beverages in such volumes and not expect to end up senselessly drunk and ultimately spoil the whole experience Volume drinkers should simply be directed to the lsquopiss waterrsquo beers of which there are many to satiate their needs and leave the quality beer tours for when they have educated themselves in the culture and manner of consumption that ensures maxi-mum pleasure and above all style
By Denson Pierre
STYLED BEER GLASSES
69amsterdam city life
We find the best most fun most typical exciting or local favourite restaurants etcetera in Amsterdam and bring them to you an easy way to feel like a local
Het Compagnie Theater Amsterdam 12122012
Recommended
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EUROGIFTSXenonweg 9 3812 SZ Amersfoort
Tel 033 - 454 35 75 - Fax 033 - 454 35 79E-mail lmproefeurogiftsnl
Website wwweurogiftsnl
FILMPROEF
ORDERNUMMER 6021022ARTIKELNUMMER 65123
Ware grootte (indien uitgeprint)Kleur opdruk Wit
Mulligans Irish Music BarAmsterdamrsquos best address for live Irish music Five (5) nights a week Check our agenda for upcoming sessions
Cafeacute KostverlorenCafeacute Kostverloren is a contemporary cafe offering the cosiness of a saloon an open kitchen and the intimacy of a living room During summer there is a large sunny terrace and during winter an open fi replace
VibesVibes is a relaxing cafecocktail bar art gallery with a large selection of coffees herbal teas homemade cakes and an amazing card of cocktails made with fresh fruit by a professional cocktail bartenderEnjoy our Italian kitchen in a cosy and friendly atmosphere
IncantoIncanto is a restaurant with a classic Italian kitchen Venetian chef Simone Ambrosin is known for his pure and simple style of cooking with feeling for nuance The wine list contains over 150 Italian wines
Planet RosePlanet Rose is the fi rst Caribbean restaurant in the Netherlands which specializes in Jamaican cuisine The menu features a daily changing selection of JamaicanCaribbean dishes and they ensure that you enjoy the whole expe-rience while dining with them
Cafe TisfrisCafe Tisfris is recognisable for its landmarks funky pillars and terrace Tisfris offers a friendly service and is a great pit stop for ldquoyummyrdquo refreshments
Cafe restaurant EdelCafe restaurant Edel is the perfect place for lunch dinner or to simply enjoy a drink Edel is a unique place in Amsterdam
Cafeacute OportoCafeacute Oporto is a traditional Amsterdam lsquobrown cafersquo Welcoming tourists and regular customers alike they offer televised sports wireless internet connection and a wide range of reasonably priced beers and spirits
Connoisseurs Delight Fun Drinking amp MusicTo Be Seen and Tasted
To Be Seen and Tasted
Fun Drinking amp Music
Connoisseurs Delight
Connoisseurs Delight
To Be Seen and Tasted
Neighbourhood cosy
Opera Prima - Patisserie Bistro TraiteurThe best place in town for lunch exquisite high teas or brunches and all of your luxury catering both private and corporate
Kinkerstraat 228 Amsterdamwwwoperaprimanl
St Antoniebreestraat 142 Amsterdamwwwtisfrisnl
Postjesweg 1 1057 DT Amsterdamwwwedelamsterdamnl
Zoutsteeg 1 1012 LX Amsterdamwwwcafeoportonethome
Amstel 100 1017 AC Amsterdamwwwmulligansnl
2e Kostverlorenkade 70 Amsterdamwwwcafekostverlorennl
Jan Pieter Heijestraat 137 Amsterdamwwwwixcomvibes137vibes
Amstel 2 Amsterdamwwwrestaurant-incantonl
Nicolaas Beetsstraat 47 Amsterdamwwwplanetroseinfo
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Where is this inAmsterdam
72spotted
Room 2cfilm
This is the one that will make you pause James Stewart one of my top ten actors of all time plays a businessman fighting to keep his life and family together while everything is crashing down around him In steps an lsquoangelrsquo to try and convince him that life is not as bad as it seems and that other people would be a lot worse off without him Probably the highest rated film Irsquove ever reviewed and one of the most Christmas-delicious I know
Could you walk 2400 kilometres while being pursued with little more than a longing to return to your homeland and mother to keep you and your dependant companions going Would you do this twice This utterly moving film highlights the true-life Australian apartheid practices of the twentieth century and the trauma it caused to native Australians The barren landscapes provide the perfect backdrop for compelling cinema-tography and its dryness will be irrigated by your tears
By David King
By dpmotions
Itrsquos a Wonderful Life (1946)
Rabbit-Proof Fence (2002)
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74trends
lsquoFacebook in particular is responsible for exacerbating unspoken competitivenessrsquo
By Dirkje Bakker-Pierre
Trends in the food industry are moving faster than lightning and are harder and harder to keep up with When you are all geared up to create your own artsy cupcakes all of a sudden cupcakes are out and macaroons are the flavour of the day
Sweat dripping and cheeks burning with stress levels going through the roof women all around the country have been toiling night and day to create just the right pimped-up cakes (completely covered in layers of pink and red marzipan tiny silver sugar balls and rose petals made from feather-light sugar) which look like they come from one of the newly popped-up cupcake shops Facebook in particular is responsible for exacerbating unspoken competitiveness due to images being posted of better looking and prettier cakes just after you posted your own in comparison pretty sad creations forcing you back into the kitchen to try again
One day itrsquos cutting out names from layers of chocolate the next itrsquos squirting curls and swirls of rainbow colours or grating organic carrots for the rather awkward lsquohealthyrsquo version the carrot cupcake
Shops have adjusted their aisles to make way for endless shelves of specialised products in all ranges of sweetness and multicoloured cuteness shapes tools mixtures and machines It is a whole world of custom products which just keeps growing and changing and you need to keep up with it all or risk being hopelessly left behind There are pink-coloured cook books workshops websites self-help groups and neglected overweight children crying for something non-sweet for once
But then after all your attempts and when you finally think you have achieved perfection before you know it you make a complete fool of yourself by serving the wrong type of sweet and colourful titbits because a new trend has already arrived That really makes you feel like a macaroon
All Caked Out
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Winter solstice is an exciting time of year when we all start dreaming of more sun more light and more inspiration Continuing the gemstone theme I would like to draw your attention to the very lovely and sparkling sunstone also known as heliolite It is the official gemstone of the US state of Oregon which is a prime source for this beautiful gem The name heliolite is derived from the Greek lsquoheliosrsquo and lsquolithosrsquo which mean lsquosunrsquo and lsquostonersquo It was first discovered in Viking burial mounds but despite its long history is not found in abundance
Sunstone is metallic in appearance and comes in red orange or green colours However cleaner red sunstone is very rare and commands proper gemstone prices The stone is a composite of oligoclase feldspar which also contains hematite or goethite The presence of hematite or goethite gives the stone its ability to reflect light hence the name sunstone Sunstone is said to be an inspiration stone able to bestow freedom independence and happiness It also said to reduce fear alleviate stress and bring good luck in any game of chance This sparkly stone has a further use in healing and is believed to endow its wearers with enhanced self-healing powers Other properties
Shine
By Evelina Kvartunaite
ndash
lsquoDreaming of more sun more light and more inspirationrsquo
ndash
include stimulating the vegetative autonomic nervous system and enhancing the harmonious functioning of all the bodyrsquos organs It is also quite helpful in cases of exhaustion due to lack of sleep
The gemstone is used to treat chronic sore throats and relieves pain caused by stomach ulcers It has proved successful in alleviating Seasonal Affective Disorder (or SAD) and is also known for relieving cartilage problems rheumatism and general aches and pains Sunstone helps in dealing with depression and frees its wearers from feelings of discrimination and failure as well as from perceptions of an lsquoevil worldrsquo Sunstone increases a personrsquos sense of self-esteem and self-worth
Sunstone is particularly beneficial when used in sunshine or sunlight It brings abundance to a personrsquos life and transforms negative energy into positive energy
If you have any other helpful tips you would like to share please let me know at evelinakvartunaiteconsultancymarketmediacom
76health amp well-being
ndash
lsquoBestow freedom independence and happinessrsquo
ndash
ndash
lsquoIt has proved successful in alleviating Seasonal Affective
Disorderrsquo
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77health amp well-being
world this lsquotrickeryrsquo has moved online With todayrsquos short attention spans the potential to draw users to a website and retain them is a crucial skill which is rewarded by the revenue that can be generated based on how long a user stays on a website Link-baiting should have been foreseen since it is inevitable
Every click on a website is a revenue-generating moment in terms of advertising The amount of adverts to which you can expose an online user as they click to and through your website is the currency used to determine whether an advertising agency spends its budget on one publication over another Real journalism and insightful opinions once drove online traffic for web publications but link-baiting is now seriously derailing this approach
Most of the time the story behind the sensational link does not live up to expectations A typical example of this can be found in the online edition of the Watford Observer on Tuesday 31 July 2012 The link-bait read ldquoCameron Diaz vows to kick drug habit with help of stepdadrdquo However following the link or falling for the bait led to the underwhelming story ldquoDrug user Cameron Diaz of Broomfield Rise Abbots Langley has sworn to clean up his act with the help of his stepfatherrdquo Although the story was factually correct the intention of the publication was to trick the
One of my previous articles described how online technology publications are subverting reality by not correctly echoing the sentiments of the consuming public Part of the cause of this is that usually in a bid to counter the majority of lacklustre stories floating around they subvert reality to make it more interesting How many non-geeks really care about the advantages of modelling parallelism on serial programs with the Intelreg Advisor XE Itrsquos certainly not a typically newsworthy story
As a result an annoying phenomenon has slowly been building momentum This is now quite evident all over the internet and is destroying good journalism The phenomenon is called Link-baiting Our trustworthy source of internet knowledge describes Link-bait(ing) as anything ldquointeresting enough to catch peoplersquos attentionrdquo (httpenwikipediaorgwikiLink_bait)
Link-baiting is synonymous with the sensational cover stories used on the front of magazines to entice people walking past to pick up the magazines and delve into them As with most things from the print
No news is good news
lsquoQuite evident all over the internet and is destroying good
journalismrsquo
By Simon Owusu
technology
TechBit Sio-Bytes
78
provider in America to the tune of US$ 400 million The initial story broke on the PRWEB website and the majority of online publications regurgitated the story with no additional insights such as the implications of such a deal which real journalism would call for None of them bothered to check the sources or the credibility of the story Millions of revenue-generating clicks later the more seasoned online publications such as CNN AllThings D and CNET broke the bigger story that the press release was fake and that both Google and ICOA Wireless had denied the story In a rush to break the story the first rule of journalism was contravened lsquoAlways check your sourcesrsquo
Given the transient nature of any false news stories posted on the internet these days the story quickly disappeared from most of the offending publications and today you will be hard pressed to find any mention of this slip-up The Sentinel we like to think always brings you the truth albeit typed on an iPad Mini so donrsquot count on us to follow such faulty phenomena and trends
online user into clicking on it due to the coincidental name-sharing of the Abbots Langley Cameron Diaz with the famous American actress Every link clicked demonstrates the potential for advertisers to reach larger audiences and generate revenue for the online publications
From the same school as link-baiting comes the phenomenon of lsquofirst past the postrsquo journalism within the advertising-driven online publication world In this type of journalism emphasis is placed on being first to publish or break a news story Online publications that are first to break a news story attract a high amount of traffic (which translates into large revenues generated by advertising) since they are the only source of that particular information for a short space of time Online users have no choice but to visit that particular site if they wish to read the scoop The downside of this is that in a bid to be first to reap the advertising revenues frequently news stories are not properly checked for credibility On Monday 26 November 2012 nearly every online technology publication published the story of Google purchasing ICOA Wireless a Wi-Fi hot-spot
lsquoFrequently news stories are not properly checked for credibilityrsquo
lsquolsquoAlways check your sourcesrsquorsquo
technology79
80classifi eds
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these people in business suits are rushing to check in their business cases Irsquom manoeuvring my 19-metre ski bag between them Strange looks and questions donrsquot surprise me anymore The looks whispers and questions Irsquove had while on trains from one place to the next or on the tram after going to the beach on my way to the indoor slope this summer On the one hand they made me feel like I was some strange creature from another planet but on the other they got me extra stoked up about what Irsquom doing
As I write this itrsquos a week after I checked in my bags and Irsquom sitting in my favourite coffee shop Cuppa Joersquos in Breckenridge Colorado Over the past five days Irsquove been getting up every morning at around 630 am and getting out at around 800am Anyone who knows me will probably raise an eyebrow at this When Irsquom working at home on my photos and stories for the White Freeski Magazine where Irsquom editor-in-chief or on freelance assignments my daily rhythm is completely the opposite But I guess thatrsquos the nice thing about jetlag
Itrsquos hard to describe the feeling of finally getting back
You know that feeling of bubbly excitement you get when you are getting ready to go and do something yoursquove been anticipating for a long long time It might be finally nailing that presentation to finish up university cooking a great dinner for friends or excitement about meeting up with someone
Getting my bags out from the basement after they had been collecting dust for the past eight months prompted those feelings to rush through my veins once again Even though I donrsquot mind being home going to the beach and rehabbing my knee and visiting friends in different countries over the summer all this has taken place in the city and Irsquove been missing the mountains terribly As Irsquom getting my bags out it makes me realise that it really is almost time for me to click into my skis again and breathe in the fresh mountain air
After packing it was finally time to get on my flight to Denver Colorado on Monday morning While all
white outBubbles of Excitement
By Ananda van Welij
Just another girl from a country without mountains addicted to snow
lsquoGo and do something yoursquove been anticipating for a long long timersquo
82sport
have ahead of me this winter Looking forward again instead of being bummed I try to focus on the bright side like I did while I was stuck at home rehabbing and walking on crutches Trying to be inspired by what I see around me and what others do and have instead of being frustrated by it
It makes me wonder about just working and meeting up with friends at home I know I have a privileged life as Irsquom sitting here but isnrsquot this something we all experience in our daily lives It can be hard to sit down let go of the frustration sadness and problems and look forward Itrsquos not always possible to do it overnight but I think that just trying makes you feel better and in the end it allows you to bubble with excitement again no matter if itrsquos for a day of skiing or for finishing that project
My new mission for this season is to stay positive and draw inspiration from the people and things around me Irsquoll let you know how Irsquom doing in three weeksrsquo time
onto my skis after being out for eight months due to a torn MCL Cruising down the hill feeling and hearing the snow crunch under my feet It might sound strange to you but to me itrsquos a special sort of magic I guess it has something to do with the dopamine your body makes while having a great rush of excitement Although Irsquom pretty tired right now and taking a day off from skiing just walking outside and knowing that I can go up the hill any moment I like makes me feel better
Being so excited to be back on the snow after an injury also has a downside It comes in the form of having to hold myself back Since my injury I havenrsquot been jumping or doing any crazy tricks Itrsquos hard seeing all my friends jump and having fun in the park knowing I really shouldnrsquot do any of that stuff yet My mind is screaming ldquoYou can do that toordquo But Irsquom scared of a repeat injury brought on by pushing myself too hard too fast I have to force myself to sit down talk to my friends and listen to their stories of having fun while being genuinely happy for them To enjoy the sun instead of freaking myself out eat some good food have a good laugh and think of all the fun trips I
lsquoExtra stoked up about what Irsquom doingrsquo
lsquoTo me itrsquos a special sort of magicrsquo
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We have reached the point of the season when the outstanding manager of the first half has his team profiled and receives a pat on the back An overall lead at Xmas more often than not means that the team has peaked during the first half of the season before going on to show signs of weakness This season unusually we have a manager who has led strongly from the very early weeks but who still has a full supply of substitutes in reserve This bodes ill for the other managers as even though he has been professionally hunted down to the point that his lead is now meagre (or even gone by the time this is published) Steven Fockema still holds all the aces given that his reserves remain intact while the chasersrsquo have been used up to varying degrees
Daft3Punks
GK Tim Krul (newcastle United) 25m ndash Out injured from the beginning of September until the end of November No proper form assessment possible so far this season and his team are in apparent gradual creep towards the relegation zone Rating 825
deF Jose enrique (Liverpool) 35m ndash At a work-in-progress team Now playing regularly as a midfielder and showing positive form Rating 85
deF daniel Agger (Liverpool) 4m ndash Still more bluster and posing than glory Rating 825
deF Winston Reid (West Ham) 1m ndash Doing New Zealand proud in the Premier League at his price West Ham may not secure a greater number of clean sheets in the second half of the season however Rating 80
deF Jan Vertonghen (Tottenham Hotspur) 45m ndash Handsome driving Belgian vanilla One of the stars of the season thus far Rating 90
mId Gareth Bale (Tottenham Hotspur) 55m ndash The most impressive individual player in the current Premier League Rating 915
mId michu (Swansea city) 2m ndash Incredible value at his price A natural goal-scorer extraordinaire who also gets around and shows versatility Rating 90
mId Yaya Toure (manchester city) 45m ndash Nowhere close to his form of the previous season even if that can change in the second half of this one Rating 850
FWd Fabio Borini (Liverpool) 3m ndash Tipped here to eventually do well but long-term injury befell him just at the time he was settling into his new team and system Rating 80
FWd olivier Giroud (Arsenal) 45m ndash Has been nudging levels above average of late Rating 850
FWd Papiss cisse (newcastle United) 5m ndash Another player showing an astonishing fall from the excellence of the final third of the previous season Newcastle United appear to need re-styling quickly Rating 825
overall rating 9340 (max 100)
The New Year will only bring fireworks given the keen match-up between FFG-CL managers
By Denson Pierre
The Gold Room
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Silent nights
Winter nights are well suited to staying indoors in the warmth especially after dark Not everyone is a lowland bear however and most of us need thoughtful stimulation to keep smiling through cold nights spent away from living quarters Luckily for Amsterdammers who pay attention from time to time extremely interesting and creative happenings are staged at a price anyone can afford The idea is simple tour the lights of lsquoNew Cityrsquo Amsterdam at night spending a couple of hours on a sturdy comfortable and warm (enclosed) historical craft The city falls silent as soon as you leave the pier and the transformation is complete when the city becomes simply unrecognisable with its flat lines interrupted by a few high-rising buildings shimmering back at you Some things in Amsterdam remain refreshingly surprising even to its well-cured darlings Not much beats having couple glasses of wine while splashing across the IJsselmeer and struggling to figure out which section of the city you are gazing upon through the silence of an icy night
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The Sentinel took up the enthusiastic invitation from the people of the annually occurring Dutch-Lithuanian art event on December 1 The Dutch aspect of the event day and night together with the displayed art was not particularly significant in this case however given that it was one of the more complete cultural cuisine musical and heartily drinking events that the recent European Union arrivalrsquos creative set could conjure with the help of their foreign desk and local culture funds A well produced and expansive programme could be sampled and lightning insight garnered into the culture and artistic impressions of a pearl of Baltic civilisation Vilnius met Amsterdam It just may be time for this e-zine to delve even deeper into Lithuania
See wwwltartnl
Iron Wolves
By Denson Pierre
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MechelenAuthentic and full of surprises Thatrsquos Mechelen Hospitable and honourable Thatrsquos the people of Mechelen Come and experience the cityrsquos urban charms for yourself Mechelen
Authentic and full of surprises Thatrsquos Mechelen Hospitable and honourable Thatrsquos the people of Mechelen Come and experience the cityrsquos urban charms for yourself
photography copy Layla Aerts
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CafeacuteBar Review Batavia 1920
lsquoClassic bar art embraces you as you enterrsquo
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Batavia 1920Prins Hendrikkade 85 1012 AE Amsterdam
It is always handy to know of a wholesome cafeacutebar that ticks all the boxes even if it happens to be located at the busiest point of the old city (obliquely opposite Central Station) Over the course of the different seasons I managed to assess this fine establishment which serves as another reminder of what good honest bars are all about There is still quality available in Amsterdam
AmbianceThoughtful solid furniture easy lighting and classic bar art embraces you as you enter With a chess club professional dart board regular parties and borrels the vibe ranges daily from mellow to vibrant Rating 5
StaffregularsOn my most recent visit I had the pleasure of Elizabeth and Jamie leading the service but staff members are always experienced service is quick and drinks are de-livered with fresh smiles whoever happens to be work-ing The regulars are plentiful and the bar emanates the energy of a good professional lsquoIrishrsquo bar attracting an eclectic international mix to this super-central location It is a perfect meeting point for friends from any cardi-nal direction with the national transportation hub being literally just across the road Rating 5
Televised sportAmple flat screens and channels Rating 4
PricesIn general the prices are standard Central Amsterdam levels which is sadly typical of grand cafeacutes in this post-code area What works in Bataviarsquos favour is that it has an above-average selection of lsquoBelgian beautiesrsquo (beer) on offer Given the advised dosage having two or three should not leave you broke or broken The kitchen also has quite a strong reputation for above-average pub fare The Sunday roast dinner is especially popular and keeps folk who like that sort of thing coming back as often as they can afford it Rating 3
MusicGenuinely diverse popular and world music from a crisp-sounding digital sound system and staff members seem to have cool taste in music Rating 5
Smoking area provisionThere is a large smoking room on the lower level Sim-ple and ingenious air-conditioning allows you to spend your full upstairs session there without the sense of be-ing fumigated If you were not told about the smoking area below you would not know there was one Rating 5
Total rating 2730(Ratings from 1-5 where 1 = Very poor and 5 = Excel-lent)
By Denson Pierre
lsquoA perfect meeting point for friends from any cardinal directionrsquo
cafebar review6
1
lsquoIt has an above-average selection of lsquoBelgian beautiesrsquorsquo
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lsquoStaff members seem to have cool taste in musicrsquo
cafebar review63
For complete and world class tours of Prague
Packages includebull Hidden and playful Prague (for families with young children)bull Literary Praguebull Prague Architecture through the agesbull Religion and the citybull The old city at night
These are detailed tours designed for visitors who wish to explore with great detail and not suitable for simply sight-seeing tourists
Day segments and ratesPR 0800-1230hrs AG 1330-1630hrs UE 1730-2130hrsAll sessions are priced at u 25 per single adult Group size upper limit = 8 Accompanied children under the age of five are gratis and school aged children pay 25 Family package rates are negotiable
ContactJaroslav Cernosek+420 602 228 797Mail jcernosekcentrumcz
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star beer guide
The SentinelStar beer guide
lsquoFind the better bars serving it at the right price in the New Yearrsquo
Clever marketing and an effective pricing campaign has led to this A-class standard-bearing blonde becoming one of the most easily found lsquorealrsquo beers in Amsterdam cafeacutes and bars With its distinctive charisma and fresh fruity taste it sits just on the edge in terms of strength and only the brave and seasoned can be found using it as a session beer Prices across Amsterdam for the same Trappist-glass measure can range dramatically from euro 250 to euro 425 per glass so there is fun to be had trying to find the better bars serving it at the right price in the New Year Your search will be rewarded by this cool classic
Grimbergen Blonde is brewed by Alken-Maes Alken Belgium
By Denson Pierre
GRIMBERGEN BLONDE (67 ABV)
67star beer guide
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BRING BACK
A substantial amount of the culture on mainland Europe revolves around platinum-standard beer of various descriptions and fl avours being easily available Amsterdam is not lacking in cafeacutes bars off licences supermarkets and online outlets stocking truly great beers available either immediately or within 24 hours With the growing popularity of high-yeast and high alcohol by volume brands how these drinks are served is a cause for concern however
Led by the Belgians and French the art of designing a glass that refl ects the individual quality of the liquid experience within is among these productsrsquo most out-standing features after their fl avour and power to in-toxicate Any beer of decent repute has its own glass in which it is intended to be served This always takes the form and size of a sensible measure to ensure a taste experience at the correct temperature and allow people to enjoy the evoked sensations before fi nding them-selves suddenly and blindingly drunk What we now often fi nd in tourist-pressed Amsterdam are these lsquoreal beersrsquo being off ered and served to ignorant punters in pint (or half-litre) measures leading to people becom-ing drunk at speed and destroying the overall aesthetic of lsquobeering itrsquo with style
The Sentinel says bring back the serving of high-alco-hol-content drinks in appropriate measures and if pos-sible in the glasses especially designed for the purpose This would be desirable for all manner of reasons not least health and safety Barkeepers can be educators too and it shouldnrsquot be too diffi cult to persuade tourists (usually German British and Irish) who represent the majority of volume drinkers in the cityrsquos more desirable watering holes It is foolish greedy and uncouth to con-sume high-alcohol beverages in such volumes and not expect to end up senselessly drunk and ultimately spoil the whole experience Volume drinkers should simply be directed to the lsquopiss waterrsquo beers of which there are many to satiate their needs and leave the quality beer tours for when they have educated themselves in the culture and manner of consumption that ensures maxi-mum pleasure and above all style
By Denson Pierre
STYLED BEER GLASSES
69amsterdam city life
We find the best most fun most typical exciting or local favourite restaurants etcetera in Amsterdam and bring them to you an easy way to feel like a local
Het Compagnie Theater Amsterdam 12122012
Recommended
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EUROGIFTSXenonweg 9 3812 SZ Amersfoort
Tel 033 - 454 35 75 - Fax 033 - 454 35 79E-mail lmproefeurogiftsnl
Website wwweurogiftsnl
FILMPROEF
ORDERNUMMER 6021022ARTIKELNUMMER 65123
Ware grootte (indien uitgeprint)Kleur opdruk Wit
Mulligans Irish Music BarAmsterdamrsquos best address for live Irish music Five (5) nights a week Check our agenda for upcoming sessions
Cafeacute KostverlorenCafeacute Kostverloren is a contemporary cafe offering the cosiness of a saloon an open kitchen and the intimacy of a living room During summer there is a large sunny terrace and during winter an open fi replace
VibesVibes is a relaxing cafecocktail bar art gallery with a large selection of coffees herbal teas homemade cakes and an amazing card of cocktails made with fresh fruit by a professional cocktail bartenderEnjoy our Italian kitchen in a cosy and friendly atmosphere
IncantoIncanto is a restaurant with a classic Italian kitchen Venetian chef Simone Ambrosin is known for his pure and simple style of cooking with feeling for nuance The wine list contains over 150 Italian wines
Planet RosePlanet Rose is the fi rst Caribbean restaurant in the Netherlands which specializes in Jamaican cuisine The menu features a daily changing selection of JamaicanCaribbean dishes and they ensure that you enjoy the whole expe-rience while dining with them
Cafe TisfrisCafe Tisfris is recognisable for its landmarks funky pillars and terrace Tisfris offers a friendly service and is a great pit stop for ldquoyummyrdquo refreshments
Cafe restaurant EdelCafe restaurant Edel is the perfect place for lunch dinner or to simply enjoy a drink Edel is a unique place in Amsterdam
Cafeacute OportoCafeacute Oporto is a traditional Amsterdam lsquobrown cafersquo Welcoming tourists and regular customers alike they offer televised sports wireless internet connection and a wide range of reasonably priced beers and spirits
Connoisseurs Delight Fun Drinking amp MusicTo Be Seen and Tasted
To Be Seen and Tasted
Fun Drinking amp Music
Connoisseurs Delight
Connoisseurs Delight
To Be Seen and Tasted
Neighbourhood cosy
Opera Prima - Patisserie Bistro TraiteurThe best place in town for lunch exquisite high teas or brunches and all of your luxury catering both private and corporate
Kinkerstraat 228 Amsterdamwwwoperaprimanl
St Antoniebreestraat 142 Amsterdamwwwtisfrisnl
Postjesweg 1 1057 DT Amsterdamwwwedelamsterdamnl
Zoutsteeg 1 1012 LX Amsterdamwwwcafeoportonethome
Amstel 100 1017 AC Amsterdamwwwmulligansnl
2e Kostverlorenkade 70 Amsterdamwwwcafekostverlorennl
Jan Pieter Heijestraat 137 Amsterdamwwwwixcomvibes137vibes
Amstel 2 Amsterdamwwwrestaurant-incantonl
Nicolaas Beetsstraat 47 Amsterdamwwwplanetroseinfo
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Where is this inAmsterdam
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Room 2cfilm
This is the one that will make you pause James Stewart one of my top ten actors of all time plays a businessman fighting to keep his life and family together while everything is crashing down around him In steps an lsquoangelrsquo to try and convince him that life is not as bad as it seems and that other people would be a lot worse off without him Probably the highest rated film Irsquove ever reviewed and one of the most Christmas-delicious I know
Could you walk 2400 kilometres while being pursued with little more than a longing to return to your homeland and mother to keep you and your dependant companions going Would you do this twice This utterly moving film highlights the true-life Australian apartheid practices of the twentieth century and the trauma it caused to native Australians The barren landscapes provide the perfect backdrop for compelling cinema-tography and its dryness will be irrigated by your tears
By David King
By dpmotions
Itrsquos a Wonderful Life (1946)
Rabbit-Proof Fence (2002)
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lsquoFacebook in particular is responsible for exacerbating unspoken competitivenessrsquo
By Dirkje Bakker-Pierre
Trends in the food industry are moving faster than lightning and are harder and harder to keep up with When you are all geared up to create your own artsy cupcakes all of a sudden cupcakes are out and macaroons are the flavour of the day
Sweat dripping and cheeks burning with stress levels going through the roof women all around the country have been toiling night and day to create just the right pimped-up cakes (completely covered in layers of pink and red marzipan tiny silver sugar balls and rose petals made from feather-light sugar) which look like they come from one of the newly popped-up cupcake shops Facebook in particular is responsible for exacerbating unspoken competitiveness due to images being posted of better looking and prettier cakes just after you posted your own in comparison pretty sad creations forcing you back into the kitchen to try again
One day itrsquos cutting out names from layers of chocolate the next itrsquos squirting curls and swirls of rainbow colours or grating organic carrots for the rather awkward lsquohealthyrsquo version the carrot cupcake
Shops have adjusted their aisles to make way for endless shelves of specialised products in all ranges of sweetness and multicoloured cuteness shapes tools mixtures and machines It is a whole world of custom products which just keeps growing and changing and you need to keep up with it all or risk being hopelessly left behind There are pink-coloured cook books workshops websites self-help groups and neglected overweight children crying for something non-sweet for once
But then after all your attempts and when you finally think you have achieved perfection before you know it you make a complete fool of yourself by serving the wrong type of sweet and colourful titbits because a new trend has already arrived That really makes you feel like a macaroon
All Caked Out
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Winter solstice is an exciting time of year when we all start dreaming of more sun more light and more inspiration Continuing the gemstone theme I would like to draw your attention to the very lovely and sparkling sunstone also known as heliolite It is the official gemstone of the US state of Oregon which is a prime source for this beautiful gem The name heliolite is derived from the Greek lsquoheliosrsquo and lsquolithosrsquo which mean lsquosunrsquo and lsquostonersquo It was first discovered in Viking burial mounds but despite its long history is not found in abundance
Sunstone is metallic in appearance and comes in red orange or green colours However cleaner red sunstone is very rare and commands proper gemstone prices The stone is a composite of oligoclase feldspar which also contains hematite or goethite The presence of hematite or goethite gives the stone its ability to reflect light hence the name sunstone Sunstone is said to be an inspiration stone able to bestow freedom independence and happiness It also said to reduce fear alleviate stress and bring good luck in any game of chance This sparkly stone has a further use in healing and is believed to endow its wearers with enhanced self-healing powers Other properties
Shine
By Evelina Kvartunaite
ndash
lsquoDreaming of more sun more light and more inspirationrsquo
ndash
include stimulating the vegetative autonomic nervous system and enhancing the harmonious functioning of all the bodyrsquos organs It is also quite helpful in cases of exhaustion due to lack of sleep
The gemstone is used to treat chronic sore throats and relieves pain caused by stomach ulcers It has proved successful in alleviating Seasonal Affective Disorder (or SAD) and is also known for relieving cartilage problems rheumatism and general aches and pains Sunstone helps in dealing with depression and frees its wearers from feelings of discrimination and failure as well as from perceptions of an lsquoevil worldrsquo Sunstone increases a personrsquos sense of self-esteem and self-worth
Sunstone is particularly beneficial when used in sunshine or sunlight It brings abundance to a personrsquos life and transforms negative energy into positive energy
If you have any other helpful tips you would like to share please let me know at evelinakvartunaiteconsultancymarketmediacom
76health amp well-being
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lsquoBestow freedom independence and happinessrsquo
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lsquoIt has proved successful in alleviating Seasonal Affective
Disorderrsquo
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world this lsquotrickeryrsquo has moved online With todayrsquos short attention spans the potential to draw users to a website and retain them is a crucial skill which is rewarded by the revenue that can be generated based on how long a user stays on a website Link-baiting should have been foreseen since it is inevitable
Every click on a website is a revenue-generating moment in terms of advertising The amount of adverts to which you can expose an online user as they click to and through your website is the currency used to determine whether an advertising agency spends its budget on one publication over another Real journalism and insightful opinions once drove online traffic for web publications but link-baiting is now seriously derailing this approach
Most of the time the story behind the sensational link does not live up to expectations A typical example of this can be found in the online edition of the Watford Observer on Tuesday 31 July 2012 The link-bait read ldquoCameron Diaz vows to kick drug habit with help of stepdadrdquo However following the link or falling for the bait led to the underwhelming story ldquoDrug user Cameron Diaz of Broomfield Rise Abbots Langley has sworn to clean up his act with the help of his stepfatherrdquo Although the story was factually correct the intention of the publication was to trick the
One of my previous articles described how online technology publications are subverting reality by not correctly echoing the sentiments of the consuming public Part of the cause of this is that usually in a bid to counter the majority of lacklustre stories floating around they subvert reality to make it more interesting How many non-geeks really care about the advantages of modelling parallelism on serial programs with the Intelreg Advisor XE Itrsquos certainly not a typically newsworthy story
As a result an annoying phenomenon has slowly been building momentum This is now quite evident all over the internet and is destroying good journalism The phenomenon is called Link-baiting Our trustworthy source of internet knowledge describes Link-bait(ing) as anything ldquointeresting enough to catch peoplersquos attentionrdquo (httpenwikipediaorgwikiLink_bait)
Link-baiting is synonymous with the sensational cover stories used on the front of magazines to entice people walking past to pick up the magazines and delve into them As with most things from the print
No news is good news
lsquoQuite evident all over the internet and is destroying good
journalismrsquo
By Simon Owusu
technology
TechBit Sio-Bytes
78
provider in America to the tune of US$ 400 million The initial story broke on the PRWEB website and the majority of online publications regurgitated the story with no additional insights such as the implications of such a deal which real journalism would call for None of them bothered to check the sources or the credibility of the story Millions of revenue-generating clicks later the more seasoned online publications such as CNN AllThings D and CNET broke the bigger story that the press release was fake and that both Google and ICOA Wireless had denied the story In a rush to break the story the first rule of journalism was contravened lsquoAlways check your sourcesrsquo
Given the transient nature of any false news stories posted on the internet these days the story quickly disappeared from most of the offending publications and today you will be hard pressed to find any mention of this slip-up The Sentinel we like to think always brings you the truth albeit typed on an iPad Mini so donrsquot count on us to follow such faulty phenomena and trends
online user into clicking on it due to the coincidental name-sharing of the Abbots Langley Cameron Diaz with the famous American actress Every link clicked demonstrates the potential for advertisers to reach larger audiences and generate revenue for the online publications
From the same school as link-baiting comes the phenomenon of lsquofirst past the postrsquo journalism within the advertising-driven online publication world In this type of journalism emphasis is placed on being first to publish or break a news story Online publications that are first to break a news story attract a high amount of traffic (which translates into large revenues generated by advertising) since they are the only source of that particular information for a short space of time Online users have no choice but to visit that particular site if they wish to read the scoop The downside of this is that in a bid to be first to reap the advertising revenues frequently news stories are not properly checked for credibility On Monday 26 November 2012 nearly every online technology publication published the story of Google purchasing ICOA Wireless a Wi-Fi hot-spot
lsquoFrequently news stories are not properly checked for credibilityrsquo
lsquolsquoAlways check your sourcesrsquorsquo
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these people in business suits are rushing to check in their business cases Irsquom manoeuvring my 19-metre ski bag between them Strange looks and questions donrsquot surprise me anymore The looks whispers and questions Irsquove had while on trains from one place to the next or on the tram after going to the beach on my way to the indoor slope this summer On the one hand they made me feel like I was some strange creature from another planet but on the other they got me extra stoked up about what Irsquom doing
As I write this itrsquos a week after I checked in my bags and Irsquom sitting in my favourite coffee shop Cuppa Joersquos in Breckenridge Colorado Over the past five days Irsquove been getting up every morning at around 630 am and getting out at around 800am Anyone who knows me will probably raise an eyebrow at this When Irsquom working at home on my photos and stories for the White Freeski Magazine where Irsquom editor-in-chief or on freelance assignments my daily rhythm is completely the opposite But I guess thatrsquos the nice thing about jetlag
Itrsquos hard to describe the feeling of finally getting back
You know that feeling of bubbly excitement you get when you are getting ready to go and do something yoursquove been anticipating for a long long time It might be finally nailing that presentation to finish up university cooking a great dinner for friends or excitement about meeting up with someone
Getting my bags out from the basement after they had been collecting dust for the past eight months prompted those feelings to rush through my veins once again Even though I donrsquot mind being home going to the beach and rehabbing my knee and visiting friends in different countries over the summer all this has taken place in the city and Irsquove been missing the mountains terribly As Irsquom getting my bags out it makes me realise that it really is almost time for me to click into my skis again and breathe in the fresh mountain air
After packing it was finally time to get on my flight to Denver Colorado on Monday morning While all
white outBubbles of Excitement
By Ananda van Welij
Just another girl from a country without mountains addicted to snow
lsquoGo and do something yoursquove been anticipating for a long long timersquo
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have ahead of me this winter Looking forward again instead of being bummed I try to focus on the bright side like I did while I was stuck at home rehabbing and walking on crutches Trying to be inspired by what I see around me and what others do and have instead of being frustrated by it
It makes me wonder about just working and meeting up with friends at home I know I have a privileged life as Irsquom sitting here but isnrsquot this something we all experience in our daily lives It can be hard to sit down let go of the frustration sadness and problems and look forward Itrsquos not always possible to do it overnight but I think that just trying makes you feel better and in the end it allows you to bubble with excitement again no matter if itrsquos for a day of skiing or for finishing that project
My new mission for this season is to stay positive and draw inspiration from the people and things around me Irsquoll let you know how Irsquom doing in three weeksrsquo time
onto my skis after being out for eight months due to a torn MCL Cruising down the hill feeling and hearing the snow crunch under my feet It might sound strange to you but to me itrsquos a special sort of magic I guess it has something to do with the dopamine your body makes while having a great rush of excitement Although Irsquom pretty tired right now and taking a day off from skiing just walking outside and knowing that I can go up the hill any moment I like makes me feel better
Being so excited to be back on the snow after an injury also has a downside It comes in the form of having to hold myself back Since my injury I havenrsquot been jumping or doing any crazy tricks Itrsquos hard seeing all my friends jump and having fun in the park knowing I really shouldnrsquot do any of that stuff yet My mind is screaming ldquoYou can do that toordquo But Irsquom scared of a repeat injury brought on by pushing myself too hard too fast I have to force myself to sit down talk to my friends and listen to their stories of having fun while being genuinely happy for them To enjoy the sun instead of freaking myself out eat some good food have a good laugh and think of all the fun trips I
lsquoExtra stoked up about what Irsquom doingrsquo
lsquoTo me itrsquos a special sort of magicrsquo
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We have reached the point of the season when the outstanding manager of the first half has his team profiled and receives a pat on the back An overall lead at Xmas more often than not means that the team has peaked during the first half of the season before going on to show signs of weakness This season unusually we have a manager who has led strongly from the very early weeks but who still has a full supply of substitutes in reserve This bodes ill for the other managers as even though he has been professionally hunted down to the point that his lead is now meagre (or even gone by the time this is published) Steven Fockema still holds all the aces given that his reserves remain intact while the chasersrsquo have been used up to varying degrees
Daft3Punks
GK Tim Krul (newcastle United) 25m ndash Out injured from the beginning of September until the end of November No proper form assessment possible so far this season and his team are in apparent gradual creep towards the relegation zone Rating 825
deF Jose enrique (Liverpool) 35m ndash At a work-in-progress team Now playing regularly as a midfielder and showing positive form Rating 85
deF daniel Agger (Liverpool) 4m ndash Still more bluster and posing than glory Rating 825
deF Winston Reid (West Ham) 1m ndash Doing New Zealand proud in the Premier League at his price West Ham may not secure a greater number of clean sheets in the second half of the season however Rating 80
deF Jan Vertonghen (Tottenham Hotspur) 45m ndash Handsome driving Belgian vanilla One of the stars of the season thus far Rating 90
mId Gareth Bale (Tottenham Hotspur) 55m ndash The most impressive individual player in the current Premier League Rating 915
mId michu (Swansea city) 2m ndash Incredible value at his price A natural goal-scorer extraordinaire who also gets around and shows versatility Rating 90
mId Yaya Toure (manchester city) 45m ndash Nowhere close to his form of the previous season even if that can change in the second half of this one Rating 850
FWd Fabio Borini (Liverpool) 3m ndash Tipped here to eventually do well but long-term injury befell him just at the time he was settling into his new team and system Rating 80
FWd olivier Giroud (Arsenal) 45m ndash Has been nudging levels above average of late Rating 850
FWd Papiss cisse (newcastle United) 5m ndash Another player showing an astonishing fall from the excellence of the final third of the previous season Newcastle United appear to need re-styling quickly Rating 825
overall rating 9340 (max 100)
The New Year will only bring fireworks given the keen match-up between FFG-CL managers
By Denson Pierre
The Gold Room
88
sport
89sport
wwwczechtourismcom
CZECH REPUBLIC - STUNNINGLY DIFFERENT
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6
city gems47
The Sentinel took up the enthusiastic invitation from the people of the annually occurring Dutch-Lithuanian art event on December 1 The Dutch aspect of the event day and night together with the displayed art was not particularly significant in this case however given that it was one of the more complete cultural cuisine musical and heartily drinking events that the recent European Union arrivalrsquos creative set could conjure with the help of their foreign desk and local culture funds A well produced and expansive programme could be sampled and lightning insight garnered into the culture and artistic impressions of a pearl of Baltic civilisation Vilnius met Amsterdam It just may be time for this e-zine to delve even deeper into Lithuania
See wwwltartnl
Iron Wolves
By Denson Pierre
art4
8
art4
9
50art
51art
52art
53art
54art
55art
56art
art57
58classifi eds
MechelenAuthentic and full of surprises Thatrsquos Mechelen Hospitable and honourable Thatrsquos the people of Mechelen Come and experience the cityrsquos urban charms for yourself Mechelen
Authentic and full of surprises Thatrsquos Mechelen Hospitable and honourable Thatrsquos the people of Mechelen Come and experience the cityrsquos urban charms for yourself
photography copy Layla Aerts
59classifieds
CafeacuteBar Review Batavia 1920
lsquoClassic bar art embraces you as you enterrsquo
cafebar review60
Batavia 1920Prins Hendrikkade 85 1012 AE Amsterdam
It is always handy to know of a wholesome cafeacutebar that ticks all the boxes even if it happens to be located at the busiest point of the old city (obliquely opposite Central Station) Over the course of the different seasons I managed to assess this fine establishment which serves as another reminder of what good honest bars are all about There is still quality available in Amsterdam
AmbianceThoughtful solid furniture easy lighting and classic bar art embraces you as you enter With a chess club professional dart board regular parties and borrels the vibe ranges daily from mellow to vibrant Rating 5
StaffregularsOn my most recent visit I had the pleasure of Elizabeth and Jamie leading the service but staff members are always experienced service is quick and drinks are de-livered with fresh smiles whoever happens to be work-ing The regulars are plentiful and the bar emanates the energy of a good professional lsquoIrishrsquo bar attracting an eclectic international mix to this super-central location It is a perfect meeting point for friends from any cardi-nal direction with the national transportation hub being literally just across the road Rating 5
Televised sportAmple flat screens and channels Rating 4
PricesIn general the prices are standard Central Amsterdam levels which is sadly typical of grand cafeacutes in this post-code area What works in Bataviarsquos favour is that it has an above-average selection of lsquoBelgian beautiesrsquo (beer) on offer Given the advised dosage having two or three should not leave you broke or broken The kitchen also has quite a strong reputation for above-average pub fare The Sunday roast dinner is especially popular and keeps folk who like that sort of thing coming back as often as they can afford it Rating 3
MusicGenuinely diverse popular and world music from a crisp-sounding digital sound system and staff members seem to have cool taste in music Rating 5
Smoking area provisionThere is a large smoking room on the lower level Sim-ple and ingenious air-conditioning allows you to spend your full upstairs session there without the sense of be-ing fumigated If you were not told about the smoking area below you would not know there was one Rating 5
Total rating 2730(Ratings from 1-5 where 1 = Very poor and 5 = Excel-lent)
By Denson Pierre
lsquoA perfect meeting point for friends from any cardinal directionrsquo
cafebar review6
1
lsquoIt has an above-average selection of lsquoBelgian beautiesrsquorsquo
cafebar review62
lsquoStaff members seem to have cool taste in musicrsquo
cafebar review63
For complete and world class tours of Prague
Packages includebull Hidden and playful Prague (for families with young children)bull Literary Praguebull Prague Architecture through the agesbull Religion and the citybull The old city at night
These are detailed tours designed for visitors who wish to explore with great detail and not suitable for simply sight-seeing tourists
Day segments and ratesPR 0800-1230hrs AG 1330-1630hrs UE 1730-2130hrsAll sessions are priced at u 25 per single adult Group size upper limit = 8 Accompanied children under the age of five are gratis and school aged children pay 25 Family package rates are negotiable
ContactJaroslav Cernosek+420 602 228 797Mail jcernosekcentrumcz
wwwyourtuliptourcom
JC Tours
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classifieds
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star beer guide
The SentinelStar beer guide
lsquoFind the better bars serving it at the right price in the New Yearrsquo
Clever marketing and an effective pricing campaign has led to this A-class standard-bearing blonde becoming one of the most easily found lsquorealrsquo beers in Amsterdam cafeacutes and bars With its distinctive charisma and fresh fruity taste it sits just on the edge in terms of strength and only the brave and seasoned can be found using it as a session beer Prices across Amsterdam for the same Trappist-glass measure can range dramatically from euro 250 to euro 425 per glass so there is fun to be had trying to find the better bars serving it at the right price in the New Year Your search will be rewarded by this cool classic
Grimbergen Blonde is brewed by Alken-Maes Alken Belgium
By Denson Pierre
GRIMBERGEN BLONDE (67 ABV)
67star beer guide
68
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BRING BACK
A substantial amount of the culture on mainland Europe revolves around platinum-standard beer of various descriptions and fl avours being easily available Amsterdam is not lacking in cafeacutes bars off licences supermarkets and online outlets stocking truly great beers available either immediately or within 24 hours With the growing popularity of high-yeast and high alcohol by volume brands how these drinks are served is a cause for concern however
Led by the Belgians and French the art of designing a glass that refl ects the individual quality of the liquid experience within is among these productsrsquo most out-standing features after their fl avour and power to in-toxicate Any beer of decent repute has its own glass in which it is intended to be served This always takes the form and size of a sensible measure to ensure a taste experience at the correct temperature and allow people to enjoy the evoked sensations before fi nding them-selves suddenly and blindingly drunk What we now often fi nd in tourist-pressed Amsterdam are these lsquoreal beersrsquo being off ered and served to ignorant punters in pint (or half-litre) measures leading to people becom-ing drunk at speed and destroying the overall aesthetic of lsquobeering itrsquo with style
The Sentinel says bring back the serving of high-alco-hol-content drinks in appropriate measures and if pos-sible in the glasses especially designed for the purpose This would be desirable for all manner of reasons not least health and safety Barkeepers can be educators too and it shouldnrsquot be too diffi cult to persuade tourists (usually German British and Irish) who represent the majority of volume drinkers in the cityrsquos more desirable watering holes It is foolish greedy and uncouth to con-sume high-alcohol beverages in such volumes and not expect to end up senselessly drunk and ultimately spoil the whole experience Volume drinkers should simply be directed to the lsquopiss waterrsquo beers of which there are many to satiate their needs and leave the quality beer tours for when they have educated themselves in the culture and manner of consumption that ensures maxi-mum pleasure and above all style
By Denson Pierre
STYLED BEER GLASSES
69amsterdam city life
We find the best most fun most typical exciting or local favourite restaurants etcetera in Amsterdam and bring them to you an easy way to feel like a local
Het Compagnie Theater Amsterdam 12122012
Recommended
70recommended
EUROGIFTSXenonweg 9 3812 SZ Amersfoort
Tel 033 - 454 35 75 - Fax 033 - 454 35 79E-mail lmproefeurogiftsnl
Website wwweurogiftsnl
FILMPROEF
ORDERNUMMER 6021022ARTIKELNUMMER 65123
Ware grootte (indien uitgeprint)Kleur opdruk Wit
Mulligans Irish Music BarAmsterdamrsquos best address for live Irish music Five (5) nights a week Check our agenda for upcoming sessions
Cafeacute KostverlorenCafeacute Kostverloren is a contemporary cafe offering the cosiness of a saloon an open kitchen and the intimacy of a living room During summer there is a large sunny terrace and during winter an open fi replace
VibesVibes is a relaxing cafecocktail bar art gallery with a large selection of coffees herbal teas homemade cakes and an amazing card of cocktails made with fresh fruit by a professional cocktail bartenderEnjoy our Italian kitchen in a cosy and friendly atmosphere
IncantoIncanto is a restaurant with a classic Italian kitchen Venetian chef Simone Ambrosin is known for his pure and simple style of cooking with feeling for nuance The wine list contains over 150 Italian wines
Planet RosePlanet Rose is the fi rst Caribbean restaurant in the Netherlands which specializes in Jamaican cuisine The menu features a daily changing selection of JamaicanCaribbean dishes and they ensure that you enjoy the whole expe-rience while dining with them
Cafe TisfrisCafe Tisfris is recognisable for its landmarks funky pillars and terrace Tisfris offers a friendly service and is a great pit stop for ldquoyummyrdquo refreshments
Cafe restaurant EdelCafe restaurant Edel is the perfect place for lunch dinner or to simply enjoy a drink Edel is a unique place in Amsterdam
Cafeacute OportoCafeacute Oporto is a traditional Amsterdam lsquobrown cafersquo Welcoming tourists and regular customers alike they offer televised sports wireless internet connection and a wide range of reasonably priced beers and spirits
Connoisseurs Delight Fun Drinking amp MusicTo Be Seen and Tasted
To Be Seen and Tasted
Fun Drinking amp Music
Connoisseurs Delight
Connoisseurs Delight
To Be Seen and Tasted
Neighbourhood cosy
Opera Prima - Patisserie Bistro TraiteurThe best place in town for lunch exquisite high teas or brunches and all of your luxury catering both private and corporate
Kinkerstraat 228 Amsterdamwwwoperaprimanl
St Antoniebreestraat 142 Amsterdamwwwtisfrisnl
Postjesweg 1 1057 DT Amsterdamwwwedelamsterdamnl
Zoutsteeg 1 1012 LX Amsterdamwwwcafeoportonethome
Amstel 100 1017 AC Amsterdamwwwmulligansnl
2e Kostverlorenkade 70 Amsterdamwwwcafekostverlorennl
Jan Pieter Heijestraat 137 Amsterdamwwwwixcomvibes137vibes
Amstel 2 Amsterdamwwwrestaurant-incantonl
Nicolaas Beetsstraat 47 Amsterdamwwwplanetroseinfo
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Answer to sentinelpostgmailcom
Where is this inAmsterdam
72spotted
Room 2cfilm
This is the one that will make you pause James Stewart one of my top ten actors of all time plays a businessman fighting to keep his life and family together while everything is crashing down around him In steps an lsquoangelrsquo to try and convince him that life is not as bad as it seems and that other people would be a lot worse off without him Probably the highest rated film Irsquove ever reviewed and one of the most Christmas-delicious I know
Could you walk 2400 kilometres while being pursued with little more than a longing to return to your homeland and mother to keep you and your dependant companions going Would you do this twice This utterly moving film highlights the true-life Australian apartheid practices of the twentieth century and the trauma it caused to native Australians The barren landscapes provide the perfect backdrop for compelling cinema-tography and its dryness will be irrigated by your tears
By David King
By dpmotions
Itrsquos a Wonderful Life (1946)
Rabbit-Proof Fence (2002)
73room2c
74trends
lsquoFacebook in particular is responsible for exacerbating unspoken competitivenessrsquo
By Dirkje Bakker-Pierre
Trends in the food industry are moving faster than lightning and are harder and harder to keep up with When you are all geared up to create your own artsy cupcakes all of a sudden cupcakes are out and macaroons are the flavour of the day
Sweat dripping and cheeks burning with stress levels going through the roof women all around the country have been toiling night and day to create just the right pimped-up cakes (completely covered in layers of pink and red marzipan tiny silver sugar balls and rose petals made from feather-light sugar) which look like they come from one of the newly popped-up cupcake shops Facebook in particular is responsible for exacerbating unspoken competitiveness due to images being posted of better looking and prettier cakes just after you posted your own in comparison pretty sad creations forcing you back into the kitchen to try again
One day itrsquos cutting out names from layers of chocolate the next itrsquos squirting curls and swirls of rainbow colours or grating organic carrots for the rather awkward lsquohealthyrsquo version the carrot cupcake
Shops have adjusted their aisles to make way for endless shelves of specialised products in all ranges of sweetness and multicoloured cuteness shapes tools mixtures and machines It is a whole world of custom products which just keeps growing and changing and you need to keep up with it all or risk being hopelessly left behind There are pink-coloured cook books workshops websites self-help groups and neglected overweight children crying for something non-sweet for once
But then after all your attempts and when you finally think you have achieved perfection before you know it you make a complete fool of yourself by serving the wrong type of sweet and colourful titbits because a new trend has already arrived That really makes you feel like a macaroon
All Caked Out
75trends
Winter solstice is an exciting time of year when we all start dreaming of more sun more light and more inspiration Continuing the gemstone theme I would like to draw your attention to the very lovely and sparkling sunstone also known as heliolite It is the official gemstone of the US state of Oregon which is a prime source for this beautiful gem The name heliolite is derived from the Greek lsquoheliosrsquo and lsquolithosrsquo which mean lsquosunrsquo and lsquostonersquo It was first discovered in Viking burial mounds but despite its long history is not found in abundance
Sunstone is metallic in appearance and comes in red orange or green colours However cleaner red sunstone is very rare and commands proper gemstone prices The stone is a composite of oligoclase feldspar which also contains hematite or goethite The presence of hematite or goethite gives the stone its ability to reflect light hence the name sunstone Sunstone is said to be an inspiration stone able to bestow freedom independence and happiness It also said to reduce fear alleviate stress and bring good luck in any game of chance This sparkly stone has a further use in healing and is believed to endow its wearers with enhanced self-healing powers Other properties
Shine
By Evelina Kvartunaite
ndash
lsquoDreaming of more sun more light and more inspirationrsquo
ndash
include stimulating the vegetative autonomic nervous system and enhancing the harmonious functioning of all the bodyrsquos organs It is also quite helpful in cases of exhaustion due to lack of sleep
The gemstone is used to treat chronic sore throats and relieves pain caused by stomach ulcers It has proved successful in alleviating Seasonal Affective Disorder (or SAD) and is also known for relieving cartilage problems rheumatism and general aches and pains Sunstone helps in dealing with depression and frees its wearers from feelings of discrimination and failure as well as from perceptions of an lsquoevil worldrsquo Sunstone increases a personrsquos sense of self-esteem and self-worth
Sunstone is particularly beneficial when used in sunshine or sunlight It brings abundance to a personrsquos life and transforms negative energy into positive energy
If you have any other helpful tips you would like to share please let me know at evelinakvartunaiteconsultancymarketmediacom
76health amp well-being
ndash
lsquoBestow freedom independence and happinessrsquo
ndash
ndash
lsquoIt has proved successful in alleviating Seasonal Affective
Disorderrsquo
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77health amp well-being
world this lsquotrickeryrsquo has moved online With todayrsquos short attention spans the potential to draw users to a website and retain them is a crucial skill which is rewarded by the revenue that can be generated based on how long a user stays on a website Link-baiting should have been foreseen since it is inevitable
Every click on a website is a revenue-generating moment in terms of advertising The amount of adverts to which you can expose an online user as they click to and through your website is the currency used to determine whether an advertising agency spends its budget on one publication over another Real journalism and insightful opinions once drove online traffic for web publications but link-baiting is now seriously derailing this approach
Most of the time the story behind the sensational link does not live up to expectations A typical example of this can be found in the online edition of the Watford Observer on Tuesday 31 July 2012 The link-bait read ldquoCameron Diaz vows to kick drug habit with help of stepdadrdquo However following the link or falling for the bait led to the underwhelming story ldquoDrug user Cameron Diaz of Broomfield Rise Abbots Langley has sworn to clean up his act with the help of his stepfatherrdquo Although the story was factually correct the intention of the publication was to trick the
One of my previous articles described how online technology publications are subverting reality by not correctly echoing the sentiments of the consuming public Part of the cause of this is that usually in a bid to counter the majority of lacklustre stories floating around they subvert reality to make it more interesting How many non-geeks really care about the advantages of modelling parallelism on serial programs with the Intelreg Advisor XE Itrsquos certainly not a typically newsworthy story
As a result an annoying phenomenon has slowly been building momentum This is now quite evident all over the internet and is destroying good journalism The phenomenon is called Link-baiting Our trustworthy source of internet knowledge describes Link-bait(ing) as anything ldquointeresting enough to catch peoplersquos attentionrdquo (httpenwikipediaorgwikiLink_bait)
Link-baiting is synonymous with the sensational cover stories used on the front of magazines to entice people walking past to pick up the magazines and delve into them As with most things from the print
No news is good news
lsquoQuite evident all over the internet and is destroying good
journalismrsquo
By Simon Owusu
technology
TechBit Sio-Bytes
78
provider in America to the tune of US$ 400 million The initial story broke on the PRWEB website and the majority of online publications regurgitated the story with no additional insights such as the implications of such a deal which real journalism would call for None of them bothered to check the sources or the credibility of the story Millions of revenue-generating clicks later the more seasoned online publications such as CNN AllThings D and CNET broke the bigger story that the press release was fake and that both Google and ICOA Wireless had denied the story In a rush to break the story the first rule of journalism was contravened lsquoAlways check your sourcesrsquo
Given the transient nature of any false news stories posted on the internet these days the story quickly disappeared from most of the offending publications and today you will be hard pressed to find any mention of this slip-up The Sentinel we like to think always brings you the truth albeit typed on an iPad Mini so donrsquot count on us to follow such faulty phenomena and trends
online user into clicking on it due to the coincidental name-sharing of the Abbots Langley Cameron Diaz with the famous American actress Every link clicked demonstrates the potential for advertisers to reach larger audiences and generate revenue for the online publications
From the same school as link-baiting comes the phenomenon of lsquofirst past the postrsquo journalism within the advertising-driven online publication world In this type of journalism emphasis is placed on being first to publish or break a news story Online publications that are first to break a news story attract a high amount of traffic (which translates into large revenues generated by advertising) since they are the only source of that particular information for a short space of time Online users have no choice but to visit that particular site if they wish to read the scoop The downside of this is that in a bid to be first to reap the advertising revenues frequently news stories are not properly checked for credibility On Monday 26 November 2012 nearly every online technology publication published the story of Google purchasing ICOA Wireless a Wi-Fi hot-spot
lsquoFrequently news stories are not properly checked for credibilityrsquo
lsquolsquoAlways check your sourcesrsquorsquo
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these people in business suits are rushing to check in their business cases Irsquom manoeuvring my 19-metre ski bag between them Strange looks and questions donrsquot surprise me anymore The looks whispers and questions Irsquove had while on trains from one place to the next or on the tram after going to the beach on my way to the indoor slope this summer On the one hand they made me feel like I was some strange creature from another planet but on the other they got me extra stoked up about what Irsquom doing
As I write this itrsquos a week after I checked in my bags and Irsquom sitting in my favourite coffee shop Cuppa Joersquos in Breckenridge Colorado Over the past five days Irsquove been getting up every morning at around 630 am and getting out at around 800am Anyone who knows me will probably raise an eyebrow at this When Irsquom working at home on my photos and stories for the White Freeski Magazine where Irsquom editor-in-chief or on freelance assignments my daily rhythm is completely the opposite But I guess thatrsquos the nice thing about jetlag
Itrsquos hard to describe the feeling of finally getting back
You know that feeling of bubbly excitement you get when you are getting ready to go and do something yoursquove been anticipating for a long long time It might be finally nailing that presentation to finish up university cooking a great dinner for friends or excitement about meeting up with someone
Getting my bags out from the basement after they had been collecting dust for the past eight months prompted those feelings to rush through my veins once again Even though I donrsquot mind being home going to the beach and rehabbing my knee and visiting friends in different countries over the summer all this has taken place in the city and Irsquove been missing the mountains terribly As Irsquom getting my bags out it makes me realise that it really is almost time for me to click into my skis again and breathe in the fresh mountain air
After packing it was finally time to get on my flight to Denver Colorado on Monday morning While all
white outBubbles of Excitement
By Ananda van Welij
Just another girl from a country without mountains addicted to snow
lsquoGo and do something yoursquove been anticipating for a long long timersquo
82sport
have ahead of me this winter Looking forward again instead of being bummed I try to focus on the bright side like I did while I was stuck at home rehabbing and walking on crutches Trying to be inspired by what I see around me and what others do and have instead of being frustrated by it
It makes me wonder about just working and meeting up with friends at home I know I have a privileged life as Irsquom sitting here but isnrsquot this something we all experience in our daily lives It can be hard to sit down let go of the frustration sadness and problems and look forward Itrsquos not always possible to do it overnight but I think that just trying makes you feel better and in the end it allows you to bubble with excitement again no matter if itrsquos for a day of skiing or for finishing that project
My new mission for this season is to stay positive and draw inspiration from the people and things around me Irsquoll let you know how Irsquom doing in three weeksrsquo time
onto my skis after being out for eight months due to a torn MCL Cruising down the hill feeling and hearing the snow crunch under my feet It might sound strange to you but to me itrsquos a special sort of magic I guess it has something to do with the dopamine your body makes while having a great rush of excitement Although Irsquom pretty tired right now and taking a day off from skiing just walking outside and knowing that I can go up the hill any moment I like makes me feel better
Being so excited to be back on the snow after an injury also has a downside It comes in the form of having to hold myself back Since my injury I havenrsquot been jumping or doing any crazy tricks Itrsquos hard seeing all my friends jump and having fun in the park knowing I really shouldnrsquot do any of that stuff yet My mind is screaming ldquoYou can do that toordquo But Irsquom scared of a repeat injury brought on by pushing myself too hard too fast I have to force myself to sit down talk to my friends and listen to their stories of having fun while being genuinely happy for them To enjoy the sun instead of freaking myself out eat some good food have a good laugh and think of all the fun trips I
lsquoExtra stoked up about what Irsquom doingrsquo
lsquoTo me itrsquos a special sort of magicrsquo
83sport
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sport
sport85
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We have reached the point of the season when the outstanding manager of the first half has his team profiled and receives a pat on the back An overall lead at Xmas more often than not means that the team has peaked during the first half of the season before going on to show signs of weakness This season unusually we have a manager who has led strongly from the very early weeks but who still has a full supply of substitutes in reserve This bodes ill for the other managers as even though he has been professionally hunted down to the point that his lead is now meagre (or even gone by the time this is published) Steven Fockema still holds all the aces given that his reserves remain intact while the chasersrsquo have been used up to varying degrees
Daft3Punks
GK Tim Krul (newcastle United) 25m ndash Out injured from the beginning of September until the end of November No proper form assessment possible so far this season and his team are in apparent gradual creep towards the relegation zone Rating 825
deF Jose enrique (Liverpool) 35m ndash At a work-in-progress team Now playing regularly as a midfielder and showing positive form Rating 85
deF daniel Agger (Liverpool) 4m ndash Still more bluster and posing than glory Rating 825
deF Winston Reid (West Ham) 1m ndash Doing New Zealand proud in the Premier League at his price West Ham may not secure a greater number of clean sheets in the second half of the season however Rating 80
deF Jan Vertonghen (Tottenham Hotspur) 45m ndash Handsome driving Belgian vanilla One of the stars of the season thus far Rating 90
mId Gareth Bale (Tottenham Hotspur) 55m ndash The most impressive individual player in the current Premier League Rating 915
mId michu (Swansea city) 2m ndash Incredible value at his price A natural goal-scorer extraordinaire who also gets around and shows versatility Rating 90
mId Yaya Toure (manchester city) 45m ndash Nowhere close to his form of the previous season even if that can change in the second half of this one Rating 850
FWd Fabio Borini (Liverpool) 3m ndash Tipped here to eventually do well but long-term injury befell him just at the time he was settling into his new team and system Rating 80
FWd olivier Giroud (Arsenal) 45m ndash Has been nudging levels above average of late Rating 850
FWd Papiss cisse (newcastle United) 5m ndash Another player showing an astonishing fall from the excellence of the final third of the previous season Newcastle United appear to need re-styling quickly Rating 825
overall rating 9340 (max 100)
The New Year will only bring fireworks given the keen match-up between FFG-CL managers
By Denson Pierre
The Gold Room
88
sport
89sport
wwwczechtourismcom
CZECH REPUBLIC - STUNNINGLY DIFFERENT
90
classifi eds
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city gems42
city gems4
3
city gems4
4
city gems4
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city gems4
6
city gems47
The Sentinel took up the enthusiastic invitation from the people of the annually occurring Dutch-Lithuanian art event on December 1 The Dutch aspect of the event day and night together with the displayed art was not particularly significant in this case however given that it was one of the more complete cultural cuisine musical and heartily drinking events that the recent European Union arrivalrsquos creative set could conjure with the help of their foreign desk and local culture funds A well produced and expansive programme could be sampled and lightning insight garnered into the culture and artistic impressions of a pearl of Baltic civilisation Vilnius met Amsterdam It just may be time for this e-zine to delve even deeper into Lithuania
See wwwltartnl
Iron Wolves
By Denson Pierre
art4
8
art4
9
50art
51art
52art
53art
54art
55art
56art
art57
58classifi eds
MechelenAuthentic and full of surprises Thatrsquos Mechelen Hospitable and honourable Thatrsquos the people of Mechelen Come and experience the cityrsquos urban charms for yourself Mechelen
Authentic and full of surprises Thatrsquos Mechelen Hospitable and honourable Thatrsquos the people of Mechelen Come and experience the cityrsquos urban charms for yourself
photography copy Layla Aerts
59classifieds
CafeacuteBar Review Batavia 1920
lsquoClassic bar art embraces you as you enterrsquo
cafebar review60
Batavia 1920Prins Hendrikkade 85 1012 AE Amsterdam
It is always handy to know of a wholesome cafeacutebar that ticks all the boxes even if it happens to be located at the busiest point of the old city (obliquely opposite Central Station) Over the course of the different seasons I managed to assess this fine establishment which serves as another reminder of what good honest bars are all about There is still quality available in Amsterdam
AmbianceThoughtful solid furniture easy lighting and classic bar art embraces you as you enter With a chess club professional dart board regular parties and borrels the vibe ranges daily from mellow to vibrant Rating 5
StaffregularsOn my most recent visit I had the pleasure of Elizabeth and Jamie leading the service but staff members are always experienced service is quick and drinks are de-livered with fresh smiles whoever happens to be work-ing The regulars are plentiful and the bar emanates the energy of a good professional lsquoIrishrsquo bar attracting an eclectic international mix to this super-central location It is a perfect meeting point for friends from any cardi-nal direction with the national transportation hub being literally just across the road Rating 5
Televised sportAmple flat screens and channels Rating 4
PricesIn general the prices are standard Central Amsterdam levels which is sadly typical of grand cafeacutes in this post-code area What works in Bataviarsquos favour is that it has an above-average selection of lsquoBelgian beautiesrsquo (beer) on offer Given the advised dosage having two or three should not leave you broke or broken The kitchen also has quite a strong reputation for above-average pub fare The Sunday roast dinner is especially popular and keeps folk who like that sort of thing coming back as often as they can afford it Rating 3
MusicGenuinely diverse popular and world music from a crisp-sounding digital sound system and staff members seem to have cool taste in music Rating 5
Smoking area provisionThere is a large smoking room on the lower level Sim-ple and ingenious air-conditioning allows you to spend your full upstairs session there without the sense of be-ing fumigated If you were not told about the smoking area below you would not know there was one Rating 5
Total rating 2730(Ratings from 1-5 where 1 = Very poor and 5 = Excel-lent)
By Denson Pierre
lsquoA perfect meeting point for friends from any cardinal directionrsquo
cafebar review6
1
lsquoIt has an above-average selection of lsquoBelgian beautiesrsquorsquo
cafebar review62
lsquoStaff members seem to have cool taste in musicrsquo
cafebar review63
For complete and world class tours of Prague
Packages includebull Hidden and playful Prague (for families with young children)bull Literary Praguebull Prague Architecture through the agesbull Religion and the citybull The old city at night
These are detailed tours designed for visitors who wish to explore with great detail and not suitable for simply sight-seeing tourists
Day segments and ratesPR 0800-1230hrs AG 1330-1630hrs UE 1730-2130hrsAll sessions are priced at u 25 per single adult Group size upper limit = 8 Accompanied children under the age of five are gratis and school aged children pay 25 Family package rates are negotiable
ContactJaroslav Cernosek+420 602 228 797Mail jcernosekcentrumcz
wwwyourtuliptourcom
JC Tours
64
classifieds
65classifieds
66
star beer guide
The SentinelStar beer guide
lsquoFind the better bars serving it at the right price in the New Yearrsquo
Clever marketing and an effective pricing campaign has led to this A-class standard-bearing blonde becoming one of the most easily found lsquorealrsquo beers in Amsterdam cafeacutes and bars With its distinctive charisma and fresh fruity taste it sits just on the edge in terms of strength and only the brave and seasoned can be found using it as a session beer Prices across Amsterdam for the same Trappist-glass measure can range dramatically from euro 250 to euro 425 per glass so there is fun to be had trying to find the better bars serving it at the right price in the New Year Your search will be rewarded by this cool classic
Grimbergen Blonde is brewed by Alken-Maes Alken Belgium
By Denson Pierre
GRIMBERGEN BLONDE (67 ABV)
67star beer guide
68
classifi edsclassifi eds
BRING BACK
A substantial amount of the culture on mainland Europe revolves around platinum-standard beer of various descriptions and fl avours being easily available Amsterdam is not lacking in cafeacutes bars off licences supermarkets and online outlets stocking truly great beers available either immediately or within 24 hours With the growing popularity of high-yeast and high alcohol by volume brands how these drinks are served is a cause for concern however
Led by the Belgians and French the art of designing a glass that refl ects the individual quality of the liquid experience within is among these productsrsquo most out-standing features after their fl avour and power to in-toxicate Any beer of decent repute has its own glass in which it is intended to be served This always takes the form and size of a sensible measure to ensure a taste experience at the correct temperature and allow people to enjoy the evoked sensations before fi nding them-selves suddenly and blindingly drunk What we now often fi nd in tourist-pressed Amsterdam are these lsquoreal beersrsquo being off ered and served to ignorant punters in pint (or half-litre) measures leading to people becom-ing drunk at speed and destroying the overall aesthetic of lsquobeering itrsquo with style
The Sentinel says bring back the serving of high-alco-hol-content drinks in appropriate measures and if pos-sible in the glasses especially designed for the purpose This would be desirable for all manner of reasons not least health and safety Barkeepers can be educators too and it shouldnrsquot be too diffi cult to persuade tourists (usually German British and Irish) who represent the majority of volume drinkers in the cityrsquos more desirable watering holes It is foolish greedy and uncouth to con-sume high-alcohol beverages in such volumes and not expect to end up senselessly drunk and ultimately spoil the whole experience Volume drinkers should simply be directed to the lsquopiss waterrsquo beers of which there are many to satiate their needs and leave the quality beer tours for when they have educated themselves in the culture and manner of consumption that ensures maxi-mum pleasure and above all style
By Denson Pierre
STYLED BEER GLASSES
69amsterdam city life
We find the best most fun most typical exciting or local favourite restaurants etcetera in Amsterdam and bring them to you an easy way to feel like a local
Het Compagnie Theater Amsterdam 12122012
Recommended
70recommended
EUROGIFTSXenonweg 9 3812 SZ Amersfoort
Tel 033 - 454 35 75 - Fax 033 - 454 35 79E-mail lmproefeurogiftsnl
Website wwweurogiftsnl
FILMPROEF
ORDERNUMMER 6021022ARTIKELNUMMER 65123
Ware grootte (indien uitgeprint)Kleur opdruk Wit
Mulligans Irish Music BarAmsterdamrsquos best address for live Irish music Five (5) nights a week Check our agenda for upcoming sessions
Cafeacute KostverlorenCafeacute Kostverloren is a contemporary cafe offering the cosiness of a saloon an open kitchen and the intimacy of a living room During summer there is a large sunny terrace and during winter an open fi replace
VibesVibes is a relaxing cafecocktail bar art gallery with a large selection of coffees herbal teas homemade cakes and an amazing card of cocktails made with fresh fruit by a professional cocktail bartenderEnjoy our Italian kitchen in a cosy and friendly atmosphere
IncantoIncanto is a restaurant with a classic Italian kitchen Venetian chef Simone Ambrosin is known for his pure and simple style of cooking with feeling for nuance The wine list contains over 150 Italian wines
Planet RosePlanet Rose is the fi rst Caribbean restaurant in the Netherlands which specializes in Jamaican cuisine The menu features a daily changing selection of JamaicanCaribbean dishes and they ensure that you enjoy the whole expe-rience while dining with them
Cafe TisfrisCafe Tisfris is recognisable for its landmarks funky pillars and terrace Tisfris offers a friendly service and is a great pit stop for ldquoyummyrdquo refreshments
Cafe restaurant EdelCafe restaurant Edel is the perfect place for lunch dinner or to simply enjoy a drink Edel is a unique place in Amsterdam
Cafeacute OportoCafeacute Oporto is a traditional Amsterdam lsquobrown cafersquo Welcoming tourists and regular customers alike they offer televised sports wireless internet connection and a wide range of reasonably priced beers and spirits
Connoisseurs Delight Fun Drinking amp MusicTo Be Seen and Tasted
To Be Seen and Tasted
Fun Drinking amp Music
Connoisseurs Delight
Connoisseurs Delight
To Be Seen and Tasted
Neighbourhood cosy
Opera Prima - Patisserie Bistro TraiteurThe best place in town for lunch exquisite high teas or brunches and all of your luxury catering both private and corporate
Kinkerstraat 228 Amsterdamwwwoperaprimanl
St Antoniebreestraat 142 Amsterdamwwwtisfrisnl
Postjesweg 1 1057 DT Amsterdamwwwedelamsterdamnl
Zoutsteeg 1 1012 LX Amsterdamwwwcafeoportonethome
Amstel 100 1017 AC Amsterdamwwwmulligansnl
2e Kostverlorenkade 70 Amsterdamwwwcafekostverlorennl
Jan Pieter Heijestraat 137 Amsterdamwwwwixcomvibes137vibes
Amstel 2 Amsterdamwwwrestaurant-incantonl
Nicolaas Beetsstraat 47 Amsterdamwwwplanetroseinfo
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Room 2cfilm
This is the one that will make you pause James Stewart one of my top ten actors of all time plays a businessman fighting to keep his life and family together while everything is crashing down around him In steps an lsquoangelrsquo to try and convince him that life is not as bad as it seems and that other people would be a lot worse off without him Probably the highest rated film Irsquove ever reviewed and one of the most Christmas-delicious I know
Could you walk 2400 kilometres while being pursued with little more than a longing to return to your homeland and mother to keep you and your dependant companions going Would you do this twice This utterly moving film highlights the true-life Australian apartheid practices of the twentieth century and the trauma it caused to native Australians The barren landscapes provide the perfect backdrop for compelling cinema-tography and its dryness will be irrigated by your tears
By David King
By dpmotions
Itrsquos a Wonderful Life (1946)
Rabbit-Proof Fence (2002)
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lsquoFacebook in particular is responsible for exacerbating unspoken competitivenessrsquo
By Dirkje Bakker-Pierre
Trends in the food industry are moving faster than lightning and are harder and harder to keep up with When you are all geared up to create your own artsy cupcakes all of a sudden cupcakes are out and macaroons are the flavour of the day
Sweat dripping and cheeks burning with stress levels going through the roof women all around the country have been toiling night and day to create just the right pimped-up cakes (completely covered in layers of pink and red marzipan tiny silver sugar balls and rose petals made from feather-light sugar) which look like they come from one of the newly popped-up cupcake shops Facebook in particular is responsible for exacerbating unspoken competitiveness due to images being posted of better looking and prettier cakes just after you posted your own in comparison pretty sad creations forcing you back into the kitchen to try again
One day itrsquos cutting out names from layers of chocolate the next itrsquos squirting curls and swirls of rainbow colours or grating organic carrots for the rather awkward lsquohealthyrsquo version the carrot cupcake
Shops have adjusted their aisles to make way for endless shelves of specialised products in all ranges of sweetness and multicoloured cuteness shapes tools mixtures and machines It is a whole world of custom products which just keeps growing and changing and you need to keep up with it all or risk being hopelessly left behind There are pink-coloured cook books workshops websites self-help groups and neglected overweight children crying for something non-sweet for once
But then after all your attempts and when you finally think you have achieved perfection before you know it you make a complete fool of yourself by serving the wrong type of sweet and colourful titbits because a new trend has already arrived That really makes you feel like a macaroon
All Caked Out
75trends
Winter solstice is an exciting time of year when we all start dreaming of more sun more light and more inspiration Continuing the gemstone theme I would like to draw your attention to the very lovely and sparkling sunstone also known as heliolite It is the official gemstone of the US state of Oregon which is a prime source for this beautiful gem The name heliolite is derived from the Greek lsquoheliosrsquo and lsquolithosrsquo which mean lsquosunrsquo and lsquostonersquo It was first discovered in Viking burial mounds but despite its long history is not found in abundance
Sunstone is metallic in appearance and comes in red orange or green colours However cleaner red sunstone is very rare and commands proper gemstone prices The stone is a composite of oligoclase feldspar which also contains hematite or goethite The presence of hematite or goethite gives the stone its ability to reflect light hence the name sunstone Sunstone is said to be an inspiration stone able to bestow freedom independence and happiness It also said to reduce fear alleviate stress and bring good luck in any game of chance This sparkly stone has a further use in healing and is believed to endow its wearers with enhanced self-healing powers Other properties
Shine
By Evelina Kvartunaite
ndash
lsquoDreaming of more sun more light and more inspirationrsquo
ndash
include stimulating the vegetative autonomic nervous system and enhancing the harmonious functioning of all the bodyrsquos organs It is also quite helpful in cases of exhaustion due to lack of sleep
The gemstone is used to treat chronic sore throats and relieves pain caused by stomach ulcers It has proved successful in alleviating Seasonal Affective Disorder (or SAD) and is also known for relieving cartilage problems rheumatism and general aches and pains Sunstone helps in dealing with depression and frees its wearers from feelings of discrimination and failure as well as from perceptions of an lsquoevil worldrsquo Sunstone increases a personrsquos sense of self-esteem and self-worth
Sunstone is particularly beneficial when used in sunshine or sunlight It brings abundance to a personrsquos life and transforms negative energy into positive energy
If you have any other helpful tips you would like to share please let me know at evelinakvartunaiteconsultancymarketmediacom
76health amp well-being
ndash
lsquoBestow freedom independence and happinessrsquo
ndash
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lsquoIt has proved successful in alleviating Seasonal Affective
Disorderrsquo
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world this lsquotrickeryrsquo has moved online With todayrsquos short attention spans the potential to draw users to a website and retain them is a crucial skill which is rewarded by the revenue that can be generated based on how long a user stays on a website Link-baiting should have been foreseen since it is inevitable
Every click on a website is a revenue-generating moment in terms of advertising The amount of adverts to which you can expose an online user as they click to and through your website is the currency used to determine whether an advertising agency spends its budget on one publication over another Real journalism and insightful opinions once drove online traffic for web publications but link-baiting is now seriously derailing this approach
Most of the time the story behind the sensational link does not live up to expectations A typical example of this can be found in the online edition of the Watford Observer on Tuesday 31 July 2012 The link-bait read ldquoCameron Diaz vows to kick drug habit with help of stepdadrdquo However following the link or falling for the bait led to the underwhelming story ldquoDrug user Cameron Diaz of Broomfield Rise Abbots Langley has sworn to clean up his act with the help of his stepfatherrdquo Although the story was factually correct the intention of the publication was to trick the
One of my previous articles described how online technology publications are subverting reality by not correctly echoing the sentiments of the consuming public Part of the cause of this is that usually in a bid to counter the majority of lacklustre stories floating around they subvert reality to make it more interesting How many non-geeks really care about the advantages of modelling parallelism on serial programs with the Intelreg Advisor XE Itrsquos certainly not a typically newsworthy story
As a result an annoying phenomenon has slowly been building momentum This is now quite evident all over the internet and is destroying good journalism The phenomenon is called Link-baiting Our trustworthy source of internet knowledge describes Link-bait(ing) as anything ldquointeresting enough to catch peoplersquos attentionrdquo (httpenwikipediaorgwikiLink_bait)
Link-baiting is synonymous with the sensational cover stories used on the front of magazines to entice people walking past to pick up the magazines and delve into them As with most things from the print
No news is good news
lsquoQuite evident all over the internet and is destroying good
journalismrsquo
By Simon Owusu
technology
TechBit Sio-Bytes
78
provider in America to the tune of US$ 400 million The initial story broke on the PRWEB website and the majority of online publications regurgitated the story with no additional insights such as the implications of such a deal which real journalism would call for None of them bothered to check the sources or the credibility of the story Millions of revenue-generating clicks later the more seasoned online publications such as CNN AllThings D and CNET broke the bigger story that the press release was fake and that both Google and ICOA Wireless had denied the story In a rush to break the story the first rule of journalism was contravened lsquoAlways check your sourcesrsquo
Given the transient nature of any false news stories posted on the internet these days the story quickly disappeared from most of the offending publications and today you will be hard pressed to find any mention of this slip-up The Sentinel we like to think always brings you the truth albeit typed on an iPad Mini so donrsquot count on us to follow such faulty phenomena and trends
online user into clicking on it due to the coincidental name-sharing of the Abbots Langley Cameron Diaz with the famous American actress Every link clicked demonstrates the potential for advertisers to reach larger audiences and generate revenue for the online publications
From the same school as link-baiting comes the phenomenon of lsquofirst past the postrsquo journalism within the advertising-driven online publication world In this type of journalism emphasis is placed on being first to publish or break a news story Online publications that are first to break a news story attract a high amount of traffic (which translates into large revenues generated by advertising) since they are the only source of that particular information for a short space of time Online users have no choice but to visit that particular site if they wish to read the scoop The downside of this is that in a bid to be first to reap the advertising revenues frequently news stories are not properly checked for credibility On Monday 26 November 2012 nearly every online technology publication published the story of Google purchasing ICOA Wireless a Wi-Fi hot-spot
lsquoFrequently news stories are not properly checked for credibilityrsquo
lsquolsquoAlways check your sourcesrsquorsquo
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these people in business suits are rushing to check in their business cases Irsquom manoeuvring my 19-metre ski bag between them Strange looks and questions donrsquot surprise me anymore The looks whispers and questions Irsquove had while on trains from one place to the next or on the tram after going to the beach on my way to the indoor slope this summer On the one hand they made me feel like I was some strange creature from another planet but on the other they got me extra stoked up about what Irsquom doing
As I write this itrsquos a week after I checked in my bags and Irsquom sitting in my favourite coffee shop Cuppa Joersquos in Breckenridge Colorado Over the past five days Irsquove been getting up every morning at around 630 am and getting out at around 800am Anyone who knows me will probably raise an eyebrow at this When Irsquom working at home on my photos and stories for the White Freeski Magazine where Irsquom editor-in-chief or on freelance assignments my daily rhythm is completely the opposite But I guess thatrsquos the nice thing about jetlag
Itrsquos hard to describe the feeling of finally getting back
You know that feeling of bubbly excitement you get when you are getting ready to go and do something yoursquove been anticipating for a long long time It might be finally nailing that presentation to finish up university cooking a great dinner for friends or excitement about meeting up with someone
Getting my bags out from the basement after they had been collecting dust for the past eight months prompted those feelings to rush through my veins once again Even though I donrsquot mind being home going to the beach and rehabbing my knee and visiting friends in different countries over the summer all this has taken place in the city and Irsquove been missing the mountains terribly As Irsquom getting my bags out it makes me realise that it really is almost time for me to click into my skis again and breathe in the fresh mountain air
After packing it was finally time to get on my flight to Denver Colorado on Monday morning While all
white outBubbles of Excitement
By Ananda van Welij
Just another girl from a country without mountains addicted to snow
lsquoGo and do something yoursquove been anticipating for a long long timersquo
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have ahead of me this winter Looking forward again instead of being bummed I try to focus on the bright side like I did while I was stuck at home rehabbing and walking on crutches Trying to be inspired by what I see around me and what others do and have instead of being frustrated by it
It makes me wonder about just working and meeting up with friends at home I know I have a privileged life as Irsquom sitting here but isnrsquot this something we all experience in our daily lives It can be hard to sit down let go of the frustration sadness and problems and look forward Itrsquos not always possible to do it overnight but I think that just trying makes you feel better and in the end it allows you to bubble with excitement again no matter if itrsquos for a day of skiing or for finishing that project
My new mission for this season is to stay positive and draw inspiration from the people and things around me Irsquoll let you know how Irsquom doing in three weeksrsquo time
onto my skis after being out for eight months due to a torn MCL Cruising down the hill feeling and hearing the snow crunch under my feet It might sound strange to you but to me itrsquos a special sort of magic I guess it has something to do with the dopamine your body makes while having a great rush of excitement Although Irsquom pretty tired right now and taking a day off from skiing just walking outside and knowing that I can go up the hill any moment I like makes me feel better
Being so excited to be back on the snow after an injury also has a downside It comes in the form of having to hold myself back Since my injury I havenrsquot been jumping or doing any crazy tricks Itrsquos hard seeing all my friends jump and having fun in the park knowing I really shouldnrsquot do any of that stuff yet My mind is screaming ldquoYou can do that toordquo But Irsquom scared of a repeat injury brought on by pushing myself too hard too fast I have to force myself to sit down talk to my friends and listen to their stories of having fun while being genuinely happy for them To enjoy the sun instead of freaking myself out eat some good food have a good laugh and think of all the fun trips I
lsquoExtra stoked up about what Irsquom doingrsquo
lsquoTo me itrsquos a special sort of magicrsquo
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We have reached the point of the season when the outstanding manager of the first half has his team profiled and receives a pat on the back An overall lead at Xmas more often than not means that the team has peaked during the first half of the season before going on to show signs of weakness This season unusually we have a manager who has led strongly from the very early weeks but who still has a full supply of substitutes in reserve This bodes ill for the other managers as even though he has been professionally hunted down to the point that his lead is now meagre (or even gone by the time this is published) Steven Fockema still holds all the aces given that his reserves remain intact while the chasersrsquo have been used up to varying degrees
Daft3Punks
GK Tim Krul (newcastle United) 25m ndash Out injured from the beginning of September until the end of November No proper form assessment possible so far this season and his team are in apparent gradual creep towards the relegation zone Rating 825
deF Jose enrique (Liverpool) 35m ndash At a work-in-progress team Now playing regularly as a midfielder and showing positive form Rating 85
deF daniel Agger (Liverpool) 4m ndash Still more bluster and posing than glory Rating 825
deF Winston Reid (West Ham) 1m ndash Doing New Zealand proud in the Premier League at his price West Ham may not secure a greater number of clean sheets in the second half of the season however Rating 80
deF Jan Vertonghen (Tottenham Hotspur) 45m ndash Handsome driving Belgian vanilla One of the stars of the season thus far Rating 90
mId Gareth Bale (Tottenham Hotspur) 55m ndash The most impressive individual player in the current Premier League Rating 915
mId michu (Swansea city) 2m ndash Incredible value at his price A natural goal-scorer extraordinaire who also gets around and shows versatility Rating 90
mId Yaya Toure (manchester city) 45m ndash Nowhere close to his form of the previous season even if that can change in the second half of this one Rating 850
FWd Fabio Borini (Liverpool) 3m ndash Tipped here to eventually do well but long-term injury befell him just at the time he was settling into his new team and system Rating 80
FWd olivier Giroud (Arsenal) 45m ndash Has been nudging levels above average of late Rating 850
FWd Papiss cisse (newcastle United) 5m ndash Another player showing an astonishing fall from the excellence of the final third of the previous season Newcastle United appear to need re-styling quickly Rating 825
overall rating 9340 (max 100)
The New Year will only bring fireworks given the keen match-up between FFG-CL managers
By Denson Pierre
The Gold Room
88
sport
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wwwczechtourismcom
CZECH REPUBLIC - STUNNINGLY DIFFERENT
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The Sentinel took up the enthusiastic invitation from the people of the annually occurring Dutch-Lithuanian art event on December 1 The Dutch aspect of the event day and night together with the displayed art was not particularly significant in this case however given that it was one of the more complete cultural cuisine musical and heartily drinking events that the recent European Union arrivalrsquos creative set could conjure with the help of their foreign desk and local culture funds A well produced and expansive programme could be sampled and lightning insight garnered into the culture and artistic impressions of a pearl of Baltic civilisation Vilnius met Amsterdam It just may be time for this e-zine to delve even deeper into Lithuania
See wwwltartnl
Iron Wolves
By Denson Pierre
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MechelenAuthentic and full of surprises Thatrsquos Mechelen Hospitable and honourable Thatrsquos the people of Mechelen Come and experience the cityrsquos urban charms for yourself Mechelen
Authentic and full of surprises Thatrsquos Mechelen Hospitable and honourable Thatrsquos the people of Mechelen Come and experience the cityrsquos urban charms for yourself
photography copy Layla Aerts
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CafeacuteBar Review Batavia 1920
lsquoClassic bar art embraces you as you enterrsquo
cafebar review60
Batavia 1920Prins Hendrikkade 85 1012 AE Amsterdam
It is always handy to know of a wholesome cafeacutebar that ticks all the boxes even if it happens to be located at the busiest point of the old city (obliquely opposite Central Station) Over the course of the different seasons I managed to assess this fine establishment which serves as another reminder of what good honest bars are all about There is still quality available in Amsterdam
AmbianceThoughtful solid furniture easy lighting and classic bar art embraces you as you enter With a chess club professional dart board regular parties and borrels the vibe ranges daily from mellow to vibrant Rating 5
StaffregularsOn my most recent visit I had the pleasure of Elizabeth and Jamie leading the service but staff members are always experienced service is quick and drinks are de-livered with fresh smiles whoever happens to be work-ing The regulars are plentiful and the bar emanates the energy of a good professional lsquoIrishrsquo bar attracting an eclectic international mix to this super-central location It is a perfect meeting point for friends from any cardi-nal direction with the national transportation hub being literally just across the road Rating 5
Televised sportAmple flat screens and channels Rating 4
PricesIn general the prices are standard Central Amsterdam levels which is sadly typical of grand cafeacutes in this post-code area What works in Bataviarsquos favour is that it has an above-average selection of lsquoBelgian beautiesrsquo (beer) on offer Given the advised dosage having two or three should not leave you broke or broken The kitchen also has quite a strong reputation for above-average pub fare The Sunday roast dinner is especially popular and keeps folk who like that sort of thing coming back as often as they can afford it Rating 3
MusicGenuinely diverse popular and world music from a crisp-sounding digital sound system and staff members seem to have cool taste in music Rating 5
Smoking area provisionThere is a large smoking room on the lower level Sim-ple and ingenious air-conditioning allows you to spend your full upstairs session there without the sense of be-ing fumigated If you were not told about the smoking area below you would not know there was one Rating 5
Total rating 2730(Ratings from 1-5 where 1 = Very poor and 5 = Excel-lent)
By Denson Pierre
lsquoA perfect meeting point for friends from any cardinal directionrsquo
cafebar review6
1
lsquoIt has an above-average selection of lsquoBelgian beautiesrsquorsquo
cafebar review62
lsquoStaff members seem to have cool taste in musicrsquo
cafebar review63
For complete and world class tours of Prague
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These are detailed tours designed for visitors who wish to explore with great detail and not suitable for simply sight-seeing tourists
Day segments and ratesPR 0800-1230hrs AG 1330-1630hrs UE 1730-2130hrsAll sessions are priced at u 25 per single adult Group size upper limit = 8 Accompanied children under the age of five are gratis and school aged children pay 25 Family package rates are negotiable
ContactJaroslav Cernosek+420 602 228 797Mail jcernosekcentrumcz
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JC Tours
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star beer guide
The SentinelStar beer guide
lsquoFind the better bars serving it at the right price in the New Yearrsquo
Clever marketing and an effective pricing campaign has led to this A-class standard-bearing blonde becoming one of the most easily found lsquorealrsquo beers in Amsterdam cafeacutes and bars With its distinctive charisma and fresh fruity taste it sits just on the edge in terms of strength and only the brave and seasoned can be found using it as a session beer Prices across Amsterdam for the same Trappist-glass measure can range dramatically from euro 250 to euro 425 per glass so there is fun to be had trying to find the better bars serving it at the right price in the New Year Your search will be rewarded by this cool classic
Grimbergen Blonde is brewed by Alken-Maes Alken Belgium
By Denson Pierre
GRIMBERGEN BLONDE (67 ABV)
67star beer guide
68
classifi edsclassifi eds
BRING BACK
A substantial amount of the culture on mainland Europe revolves around platinum-standard beer of various descriptions and fl avours being easily available Amsterdam is not lacking in cafeacutes bars off licences supermarkets and online outlets stocking truly great beers available either immediately or within 24 hours With the growing popularity of high-yeast and high alcohol by volume brands how these drinks are served is a cause for concern however
Led by the Belgians and French the art of designing a glass that refl ects the individual quality of the liquid experience within is among these productsrsquo most out-standing features after their fl avour and power to in-toxicate Any beer of decent repute has its own glass in which it is intended to be served This always takes the form and size of a sensible measure to ensure a taste experience at the correct temperature and allow people to enjoy the evoked sensations before fi nding them-selves suddenly and blindingly drunk What we now often fi nd in tourist-pressed Amsterdam are these lsquoreal beersrsquo being off ered and served to ignorant punters in pint (or half-litre) measures leading to people becom-ing drunk at speed and destroying the overall aesthetic of lsquobeering itrsquo with style
The Sentinel says bring back the serving of high-alco-hol-content drinks in appropriate measures and if pos-sible in the glasses especially designed for the purpose This would be desirable for all manner of reasons not least health and safety Barkeepers can be educators too and it shouldnrsquot be too diffi cult to persuade tourists (usually German British and Irish) who represent the majority of volume drinkers in the cityrsquos more desirable watering holes It is foolish greedy and uncouth to con-sume high-alcohol beverages in such volumes and not expect to end up senselessly drunk and ultimately spoil the whole experience Volume drinkers should simply be directed to the lsquopiss waterrsquo beers of which there are many to satiate their needs and leave the quality beer tours for when they have educated themselves in the culture and manner of consumption that ensures maxi-mum pleasure and above all style
By Denson Pierre
STYLED BEER GLASSES
69amsterdam city life
We find the best most fun most typical exciting or local favourite restaurants etcetera in Amsterdam and bring them to you an easy way to feel like a local
Het Compagnie Theater Amsterdam 12122012
Recommended
70recommended
EUROGIFTSXenonweg 9 3812 SZ Amersfoort
Tel 033 - 454 35 75 - Fax 033 - 454 35 79E-mail lmproefeurogiftsnl
Website wwweurogiftsnl
FILMPROEF
ORDERNUMMER 6021022ARTIKELNUMMER 65123
Ware grootte (indien uitgeprint)Kleur opdruk Wit
Mulligans Irish Music BarAmsterdamrsquos best address for live Irish music Five (5) nights a week Check our agenda for upcoming sessions
Cafeacute KostverlorenCafeacute Kostverloren is a contemporary cafe offering the cosiness of a saloon an open kitchen and the intimacy of a living room During summer there is a large sunny terrace and during winter an open fi replace
VibesVibes is a relaxing cafecocktail bar art gallery with a large selection of coffees herbal teas homemade cakes and an amazing card of cocktails made with fresh fruit by a professional cocktail bartenderEnjoy our Italian kitchen in a cosy and friendly atmosphere
IncantoIncanto is a restaurant with a classic Italian kitchen Venetian chef Simone Ambrosin is known for his pure and simple style of cooking with feeling for nuance The wine list contains over 150 Italian wines
Planet RosePlanet Rose is the fi rst Caribbean restaurant in the Netherlands which specializes in Jamaican cuisine The menu features a daily changing selection of JamaicanCaribbean dishes and they ensure that you enjoy the whole expe-rience while dining with them
Cafe TisfrisCafe Tisfris is recognisable for its landmarks funky pillars and terrace Tisfris offers a friendly service and is a great pit stop for ldquoyummyrdquo refreshments
Cafe restaurant EdelCafe restaurant Edel is the perfect place for lunch dinner or to simply enjoy a drink Edel is a unique place in Amsterdam
Cafeacute OportoCafeacute Oporto is a traditional Amsterdam lsquobrown cafersquo Welcoming tourists and regular customers alike they offer televised sports wireless internet connection and a wide range of reasonably priced beers and spirits
Connoisseurs Delight Fun Drinking amp MusicTo Be Seen and Tasted
To Be Seen and Tasted
Fun Drinking amp Music
Connoisseurs Delight
Connoisseurs Delight
To Be Seen and Tasted
Neighbourhood cosy
Opera Prima - Patisserie Bistro TraiteurThe best place in town for lunch exquisite high teas or brunches and all of your luxury catering both private and corporate
Kinkerstraat 228 Amsterdamwwwoperaprimanl
St Antoniebreestraat 142 Amsterdamwwwtisfrisnl
Postjesweg 1 1057 DT Amsterdamwwwedelamsterdamnl
Zoutsteeg 1 1012 LX Amsterdamwwwcafeoportonethome
Amstel 100 1017 AC Amsterdamwwwmulligansnl
2e Kostverlorenkade 70 Amsterdamwwwcafekostverlorennl
Jan Pieter Heijestraat 137 Amsterdamwwwwixcomvibes137vibes
Amstel 2 Amsterdamwwwrestaurant-incantonl
Nicolaas Beetsstraat 47 Amsterdamwwwplanetroseinfo
71recommended
Answer to sentinelpostgmailcom
Where is this inAmsterdam
72spotted
Room 2cfilm
This is the one that will make you pause James Stewart one of my top ten actors of all time plays a businessman fighting to keep his life and family together while everything is crashing down around him In steps an lsquoangelrsquo to try and convince him that life is not as bad as it seems and that other people would be a lot worse off without him Probably the highest rated film Irsquove ever reviewed and one of the most Christmas-delicious I know
Could you walk 2400 kilometres while being pursued with little more than a longing to return to your homeland and mother to keep you and your dependant companions going Would you do this twice This utterly moving film highlights the true-life Australian apartheid practices of the twentieth century and the trauma it caused to native Australians The barren landscapes provide the perfect backdrop for compelling cinema-tography and its dryness will be irrigated by your tears
By David King
By dpmotions
Itrsquos a Wonderful Life (1946)
Rabbit-Proof Fence (2002)
73room2c
74trends
lsquoFacebook in particular is responsible for exacerbating unspoken competitivenessrsquo
By Dirkje Bakker-Pierre
Trends in the food industry are moving faster than lightning and are harder and harder to keep up with When you are all geared up to create your own artsy cupcakes all of a sudden cupcakes are out and macaroons are the flavour of the day
Sweat dripping and cheeks burning with stress levels going through the roof women all around the country have been toiling night and day to create just the right pimped-up cakes (completely covered in layers of pink and red marzipan tiny silver sugar balls and rose petals made from feather-light sugar) which look like they come from one of the newly popped-up cupcake shops Facebook in particular is responsible for exacerbating unspoken competitiveness due to images being posted of better looking and prettier cakes just after you posted your own in comparison pretty sad creations forcing you back into the kitchen to try again
One day itrsquos cutting out names from layers of chocolate the next itrsquos squirting curls and swirls of rainbow colours or grating organic carrots for the rather awkward lsquohealthyrsquo version the carrot cupcake
Shops have adjusted their aisles to make way for endless shelves of specialised products in all ranges of sweetness and multicoloured cuteness shapes tools mixtures and machines It is a whole world of custom products which just keeps growing and changing and you need to keep up with it all or risk being hopelessly left behind There are pink-coloured cook books workshops websites self-help groups and neglected overweight children crying for something non-sweet for once
But then after all your attempts and when you finally think you have achieved perfection before you know it you make a complete fool of yourself by serving the wrong type of sweet and colourful titbits because a new trend has already arrived That really makes you feel like a macaroon
All Caked Out
75trends
Winter solstice is an exciting time of year when we all start dreaming of more sun more light and more inspiration Continuing the gemstone theme I would like to draw your attention to the very lovely and sparkling sunstone also known as heliolite It is the official gemstone of the US state of Oregon which is a prime source for this beautiful gem The name heliolite is derived from the Greek lsquoheliosrsquo and lsquolithosrsquo which mean lsquosunrsquo and lsquostonersquo It was first discovered in Viking burial mounds but despite its long history is not found in abundance
Sunstone is metallic in appearance and comes in red orange or green colours However cleaner red sunstone is very rare and commands proper gemstone prices The stone is a composite of oligoclase feldspar which also contains hematite or goethite The presence of hematite or goethite gives the stone its ability to reflect light hence the name sunstone Sunstone is said to be an inspiration stone able to bestow freedom independence and happiness It also said to reduce fear alleviate stress and bring good luck in any game of chance This sparkly stone has a further use in healing and is believed to endow its wearers with enhanced self-healing powers Other properties
Shine
By Evelina Kvartunaite
ndash
lsquoDreaming of more sun more light and more inspirationrsquo
ndash
include stimulating the vegetative autonomic nervous system and enhancing the harmonious functioning of all the bodyrsquos organs It is also quite helpful in cases of exhaustion due to lack of sleep
The gemstone is used to treat chronic sore throats and relieves pain caused by stomach ulcers It has proved successful in alleviating Seasonal Affective Disorder (or SAD) and is also known for relieving cartilage problems rheumatism and general aches and pains Sunstone helps in dealing with depression and frees its wearers from feelings of discrimination and failure as well as from perceptions of an lsquoevil worldrsquo Sunstone increases a personrsquos sense of self-esteem and self-worth
Sunstone is particularly beneficial when used in sunshine or sunlight It brings abundance to a personrsquos life and transforms negative energy into positive energy
If you have any other helpful tips you would like to share please let me know at evelinakvartunaiteconsultancymarketmediacom
76health amp well-being
ndash
lsquoBestow freedom independence and happinessrsquo
ndash
ndash
lsquoIt has proved successful in alleviating Seasonal Affective
Disorderrsquo
ndash
77health amp well-being
world this lsquotrickeryrsquo has moved online With todayrsquos short attention spans the potential to draw users to a website and retain them is a crucial skill which is rewarded by the revenue that can be generated based on how long a user stays on a website Link-baiting should have been foreseen since it is inevitable
Every click on a website is a revenue-generating moment in terms of advertising The amount of adverts to which you can expose an online user as they click to and through your website is the currency used to determine whether an advertising agency spends its budget on one publication over another Real journalism and insightful opinions once drove online traffic for web publications but link-baiting is now seriously derailing this approach
Most of the time the story behind the sensational link does not live up to expectations A typical example of this can be found in the online edition of the Watford Observer on Tuesday 31 July 2012 The link-bait read ldquoCameron Diaz vows to kick drug habit with help of stepdadrdquo However following the link or falling for the bait led to the underwhelming story ldquoDrug user Cameron Diaz of Broomfield Rise Abbots Langley has sworn to clean up his act with the help of his stepfatherrdquo Although the story was factually correct the intention of the publication was to trick the
One of my previous articles described how online technology publications are subverting reality by not correctly echoing the sentiments of the consuming public Part of the cause of this is that usually in a bid to counter the majority of lacklustre stories floating around they subvert reality to make it more interesting How many non-geeks really care about the advantages of modelling parallelism on serial programs with the Intelreg Advisor XE Itrsquos certainly not a typically newsworthy story
As a result an annoying phenomenon has slowly been building momentum This is now quite evident all over the internet and is destroying good journalism The phenomenon is called Link-baiting Our trustworthy source of internet knowledge describes Link-bait(ing) as anything ldquointeresting enough to catch peoplersquos attentionrdquo (httpenwikipediaorgwikiLink_bait)
Link-baiting is synonymous with the sensational cover stories used on the front of magazines to entice people walking past to pick up the magazines and delve into them As with most things from the print
No news is good news
lsquoQuite evident all over the internet and is destroying good
journalismrsquo
By Simon Owusu
technology
TechBit Sio-Bytes
78
provider in America to the tune of US$ 400 million The initial story broke on the PRWEB website and the majority of online publications regurgitated the story with no additional insights such as the implications of such a deal which real journalism would call for None of them bothered to check the sources or the credibility of the story Millions of revenue-generating clicks later the more seasoned online publications such as CNN AllThings D and CNET broke the bigger story that the press release was fake and that both Google and ICOA Wireless had denied the story In a rush to break the story the first rule of journalism was contravened lsquoAlways check your sourcesrsquo
Given the transient nature of any false news stories posted on the internet these days the story quickly disappeared from most of the offending publications and today you will be hard pressed to find any mention of this slip-up The Sentinel we like to think always brings you the truth albeit typed on an iPad Mini so donrsquot count on us to follow such faulty phenomena and trends
online user into clicking on it due to the coincidental name-sharing of the Abbots Langley Cameron Diaz with the famous American actress Every link clicked demonstrates the potential for advertisers to reach larger audiences and generate revenue for the online publications
From the same school as link-baiting comes the phenomenon of lsquofirst past the postrsquo journalism within the advertising-driven online publication world In this type of journalism emphasis is placed on being first to publish or break a news story Online publications that are first to break a news story attract a high amount of traffic (which translates into large revenues generated by advertising) since they are the only source of that particular information for a short space of time Online users have no choice but to visit that particular site if they wish to read the scoop The downside of this is that in a bid to be first to reap the advertising revenues frequently news stories are not properly checked for credibility On Monday 26 November 2012 nearly every online technology publication published the story of Google purchasing ICOA Wireless a Wi-Fi hot-spot
lsquoFrequently news stories are not properly checked for credibilityrsquo
lsquolsquoAlways check your sourcesrsquorsquo
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these people in business suits are rushing to check in their business cases Irsquom manoeuvring my 19-metre ski bag between them Strange looks and questions donrsquot surprise me anymore The looks whispers and questions Irsquove had while on trains from one place to the next or on the tram after going to the beach on my way to the indoor slope this summer On the one hand they made me feel like I was some strange creature from another planet but on the other they got me extra stoked up about what Irsquom doing
As I write this itrsquos a week after I checked in my bags and Irsquom sitting in my favourite coffee shop Cuppa Joersquos in Breckenridge Colorado Over the past five days Irsquove been getting up every morning at around 630 am and getting out at around 800am Anyone who knows me will probably raise an eyebrow at this When Irsquom working at home on my photos and stories for the White Freeski Magazine where Irsquom editor-in-chief or on freelance assignments my daily rhythm is completely the opposite But I guess thatrsquos the nice thing about jetlag
Itrsquos hard to describe the feeling of finally getting back
You know that feeling of bubbly excitement you get when you are getting ready to go and do something yoursquove been anticipating for a long long time It might be finally nailing that presentation to finish up university cooking a great dinner for friends or excitement about meeting up with someone
Getting my bags out from the basement after they had been collecting dust for the past eight months prompted those feelings to rush through my veins once again Even though I donrsquot mind being home going to the beach and rehabbing my knee and visiting friends in different countries over the summer all this has taken place in the city and Irsquove been missing the mountains terribly As Irsquom getting my bags out it makes me realise that it really is almost time for me to click into my skis again and breathe in the fresh mountain air
After packing it was finally time to get on my flight to Denver Colorado on Monday morning While all
white outBubbles of Excitement
By Ananda van Welij
Just another girl from a country without mountains addicted to snow
lsquoGo and do something yoursquove been anticipating for a long long timersquo
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have ahead of me this winter Looking forward again instead of being bummed I try to focus on the bright side like I did while I was stuck at home rehabbing and walking on crutches Trying to be inspired by what I see around me and what others do and have instead of being frustrated by it
It makes me wonder about just working and meeting up with friends at home I know I have a privileged life as Irsquom sitting here but isnrsquot this something we all experience in our daily lives It can be hard to sit down let go of the frustration sadness and problems and look forward Itrsquos not always possible to do it overnight but I think that just trying makes you feel better and in the end it allows you to bubble with excitement again no matter if itrsquos for a day of skiing or for finishing that project
My new mission for this season is to stay positive and draw inspiration from the people and things around me Irsquoll let you know how Irsquom doing in three weeksrsquo time
onto my skis after being out for eight months due to a torn MCL Cruising down the hill feeling and hearing the snow crunch under my feet It might sound strange to you but to me itrsquos a special sort of magic I guess it has something to do with the dopamine your body makes while having a great rush of excitement Although Irsquom pretty tired right now and taking a day off from skiing just walking outside and knowing that I can go up the hill any moment I like makes me feel better
Being so excited to be back on the snow after an injury also has a downside It comes in the form of having to hold myself back Since my injury I havenrsquot been jumping or doing any crazy tricks Itrsquos hard seeing all my friends jump and having fun in the park knowing I really shouldnrsquot do any of that stuff yet My mind is screaming ldquoYou can do that toordquo But Irsquom scared of a repeat injury brought on by pushing myself too hard too fast I have to force myself to sit down talk to my friends and listen to their stories of having fun while being genuinely happy for them To enjoy the sun instead of freaking myself out eat some good food have a good laugh and think of all the fun trips I
lsquoExtra stoked up about what Irsquom doingrsquo
lsquoTo me itrsquos a special sort of magicrsquo
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We have reached the point of the season when the outstanding manager of the first half has his team profiled and receives a pat on the back An overall lead at Xmas more often than not means that the team has peaked during the first half of the season before going on to show signs of weakness This season unusually we have a manager who has led strongly from the very early weeks but who still has a full supply of substitutes in reserve This bodes ill for the other managers as even though he has been professionally hunted down to the point that his lead is now meagre (or even gone by the time this is published) Steven Fockema still holds all the aces given that his reserves remain intact while the chasersrsquo have been used up to varying degrees
Daft3Punks
GK Tim Krul (newcastle United) 25m ndash Out injured from the beginning of September until the end of November No proper form assessment possible so far this season and his team are in apparent gradual creep towards the relegation zone Rating 825
deF Jose enrique (Liverpool) 35m ndash At a work-in-progress team Now playing regularly as a midfielder and showing positive form Rating 85
deF daniel Agger (Liverpool) 4m ndash Still more bluster and posing than glory Rating 825
deF Winston Reid (West Ham) 1m ndash Doing New Zealand proud in the Premier League at his price West Ham may not secure a greater number of clean sheets in the second half of the season however Rating 80
deF Jan Vertonghen (Tottenham Hotspur) 45m ndash Handsome driving Belgian vanilla One of the stars of the season thus far Rating 90
mId Gareth Bale (Tottenham Hotspur) 55m ndash The most impressive individual player in the current Premier League Rating 915
mId michu (Swansea city) 2m ndash Incredible value at his price A natural goal-scorer extraordinaire who also gets around and shows versatility Rating 90
mId Yaya Toure (manchester city) 45m ndash Nowhere close to his form of the previous season even if that can change in the second half of this one Rating 850
FWd Fabio Borini (Liverpool) 3m ndash Tipped here to eventually do well but long-term injury befell him just at the time he was settling into his new team and system Rating 80
FWd olivier Giroud (Arsenal) 45m ndash Has been nudging levels above average of late Rating 850
FWd Papiss cisse (newcastle United) 5m ndash Another player showing an astonishing fall from the excellence of the final third of the previous season Newcastle United appear to need re-styling quickly Rating 825
overall rating 9340 (max 100)
The New Year will only bring fireworks given the keen match-up between FFG-CL managers
By Denson Pierre
The Gold Room
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wwwczechtourismcom
CZECH REPUBLIC - STUNNINGLY DIFFERENT
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The Sentinel took up the enthusiastic invitation from the people of the annually occurring Dutch-Lithuanian art event on December 1 The Dutch aspect of the event day and night together with the displayed art was not particularly significant in this case however given that it was one of the more complete cultural cuisine musical and heartily drinking events that the recent European Union arrivalrsquos creative set could conjure with the help of their foreign desk and local culture funds A well produced and expansive programme could be sampled and lightning insight garnered into the culture and artistic impressions of a pearl of Baltic civilisation Vilnius met Amsterdam It just may be time for this e-zine to delve even deeper into Lithuania
See wwwltartnl
Iron Wolves
By Denson Pierre
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MechelenAuthentic and full of surprises Thatrsquos Mechelen Hospitable and honourable Thatrsquos the people of Mechelen Come and experience the cityrsquos urban charms for yourself Mechelen
Authentic and full of surprises Thatrsquos Mechelen Hospitable and honourable Thatrsquos the people of Mechelen Come and experience the cityrsquos urban charms for yourself
photography copy Layla Aerts
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CafeacuteBar Review Batavia 1920
lsquoClassic bar art embraces you as you enterrsquo
cafebar review60
Batavia 1920Prins Hendrikkade 85 1012 AE Amsterdam
It is always handy to know of a wholesome cafeacutebar that ticks all the boxes even if it happens to be located at the busiest point of the old city (obliquely opposite Central Station) Over the course of the different seasons I managed to assess this fine establishment which serves as another reminder of what good honest bars are all about There is still quality available in Amsterdam
AmbianceThoughtful solid furniture easy lighting and classic bar art embraces you as you enter With a chess club professional dart board regular parties and borrels the vibe ranges daily from mellow to vibrant Rating 5
StaffregularsOn my most recent visit I had the pleasure of Elizabeth and Jamie leading the service but staff members are always experienced service is quick and drinks are de-livered with fresh smiles whoever happens to be work-ing The regulars are plentiful and the bar emanates the energy of a good professional lsquoIrishrsquo bar attracting an eclectic international mix to this super-central location It is a perfect meeting point for friends from any cardi-nal direction with the national transportation hub being literally just across the road Rating 5
Televised sportAmple flat screens and channels Rating 4
PricesIn general the prices are standard Central Amsterdam levels which is sadly typical of grand cafeacutes in this post-code area What works in Bataviarsquos favour is that it has an above-average selection of lsquoBelgian beautiesrsquo (beer) on offer Given the advised dosage having two or three should not leave you broke or broken The kitchen also has quite a strong reputation for above-average pub fare The Sunday roast dinner is especially popular and keeps folk who like that sort of thing coming back as often as they can afford it Rating 3
MusicGenuinely diverse popular and world music from a crisp-sounding digital sound system and staff members seem to have cool taste in music Rating 5
Smoking area provisionThere is a large smoking room on the lower level Sim-ple and ingenious air-conditioning allows you to spend your full upstairs session there without the sense of be-ing fumigated If you were not told about the smoking area below you would not know there was one Rating 5
Total rating 2730(Ratings from 1-5 where 1 = Very poor and 5 = Excel-lent)
By Denson Pierre
lsquoA perfect meeting point for friends from any cardinal directionrsquo
cafebar review6
1
lsquoIt has an above-average selection of lsquoBelgian beautiesrsquorsquo
cafebar review62
lsquoStaff members seem to have cool taste in musicrsquo
cafebar review63
For complete and world class tours of Prague
Packages includebull Hidden and playful Prague (for families with young children)bull Literary Praguebull Prague Architecture through the agesbull Religion and the citybull The old city at night
These are detailed tours designed for visitors who wish to explore with great detail and not suitable for simply sight-seeing tourists
Day segments and ratesPR 0800-1230hrs AG 1330-1630hrs UE 1730-2130hrsAll sessions are priced at u 25 per single adult Group size upper limit = 8 Accompanied children under the age of five are gratis and school aged children pay 25 Family package rates are negotiable
ContactJaroslav Cernosek+420 602 228 797Mail jcernosekcentrumcz
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JC Tours
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star beer guide
The SentinelStar beer guide
lsquoFind the better bars serving it at the right price in the New Yearrsquo
Clever marketing and an effective pricing campaign has led to this A-class standard-bearing blonde becoming one of the most easily found lsquorealrsquo beers in Amsterdam cafeacutes and bars With its distinctive charisma and fresh fruity taste it sits just on the edge in terms of strength and only the brave and seasoned can be found using it as a session beer Prices across Amsterdam for the same Trappist-glass measure can range dramatically from euro 250 to euro 425 per glass so there is fun to be had trying to find the better bars serving it at the right price in the New Year Your search will be rewarded by this cool classic
Grimbergen Blonde is brewed by Alken-Maes Alken Belgium
By Denson Pierre
GRIMBERGEN BLONDE (67 ABV)
67star beer guide
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BRING BACK
A substantial amount of the culture on mainland Europe revolves around platinum-standard beer of various descriptions and fl avours being easily available Amsterdam is not lacking in cafeacutes bars off licences supermarkets and online outlets stocking truly great beers available either immediately or within 24 hours With the growing popularity of high-yeast and high alcohol by volume brands how these drinks are served is a cause for concern however
Led by the Belgians and French the art of designing a glass that refl ects the individual quality of the liquid experience within is among these productsrsquo most out-standing features after their fl avour and power to in-toxicate Any beer of decent repute has its own glass in which it is intended to be served This always takes the form and size of a sensible measure to ensure a taste experience at the correct temperature and allow people to enjoy the evoked sensations before fi nding them-selves suddenly and blindingly drunk What we now often fi nd in tourist-pressed Amsterdam are these lsquoreal beersrsquo being off ered and served to ignorant punters in pint (or half-litre) measures leading to people becom-ing drunk at speed and destroying the overall aesthetic of lsquobeering itrsquo with style
The Sentinel says bring back the serving of high-alco-hol-content drinks in appropriate measures and if pos-sible in the glasses especially designed for the purpose This would be desirable for all manner of reasons not least health and safety Barkeepers can be educators too and it shouldnrsquot be too diffi cult to persuade tourists (usually German British and Irish) who represent the majority of volume drinkers in the cityrsquos more desirable watering holes It is foolish greedy and uncouth to con-sume high-alcohol beverages in such volumes and not expect to end up senselessly drunk and ultimately spoil the whole experience Volume drinkers should simply be directed to the lsquopiss waterrsquo beers of which there are many to satiate their needs and leave the quality beer tours for when they have educated themselves in the culture and manner of consumption that ensures maxi-mum pleasure and above all style
By Denson Pierre
STYLED BEER GLASSES
69amsterdam city life
We find the best most fun most typical exciting or local favourite restaurants etcetera in Amsterdam and bring them to you an easy way to feel like a local
Het Compagnie Theater Amsterdam 12122012
Recommended
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EUROGIFTSXenonweg 9 3812 SZ Amersfoort
Tel 033 - 454 35 75 - Fax 033 - 454 35 79E-mail lmproefeurogiftsnl
Website wwweurogiftsnl
FILMPROEF
ORDERNUMMER 6021022ARTIKELNUMMER 65123
Ware grootte (indien uitgeprint)Kleur opdruk Wit
Mulligans Irish Music BarAmsterdamrsquos best address for live Irish music Five (5) nights a week Check our agenda for upcoming sessions
Cafeacute KostverlorenCafeacute Kostverloren is a contemporary cafe offering the cosiness of a saloon an open kitchen and the intimacy of a living room During summer there is a large sunny terrace and during winter an open fi replace
VibesVibes is a relaxing cafecocktail bar art gallery with a large selection of coffees herbal teas homemade cakes and an amazing card of cocktails made with fresh fruit by a professional cocktail bartenderEnjoy our Italian kitchen in a cosy and friendly atmosphere
IncantoIncanto is a restaurant with a classic Italian kitchen Venetian chef Simone Ambrosin is known for his pure and simple style of cooking with feeling for nuance The wine list contains over 150 Italian wines
Planet RosePlanet Rose is the fi rst Caribbean restaurant in the Netherlands which specializes in Jamaican cuisine The menu features a daily changing selection of JamaicanCaribbean dishes and they ensure that you enjoy the whole expe-rience while dining with them
Cafe TisfrisCafe Tisfris is recognisable for its landmarks funky pillars and terrace Tisfris offers a friendly service and is a great pit stop for ldquoyummyrdquo refreshments
Cafe restaurant EdelCafe restaurant Edel is the perfect place for lunch dinner or to simply enjoy a drink Edel is a unique place in Amsterdam
Cafeacute OportoCafeacute Oporto is a traditional Amsterdam lsquobrown cafersquo Welcoming tourists and regular customers alike they offer televised sports wireless internet connection and a wide range of reasonably priced beers and spirits
Connoisseurs Delight Fun Drinking amp MusicTo Be Seen and Tasted
To Be Seen and Tasted
Fun Drinking amp Music
Connoisseurs Delight
Connoisseurs Delight
To Be Seen and Tasted
Neighbourhood cosy
Opera Prima - Patisserie Bistro TraiteurThe best place in town for lunch exquisite high teas or brunches and all of your luxury catering both private and corporate
Kinkerstraat 228 Amsterdamwwwoperaprimanl
St Antoniebreestraat 142 Amsterdamwwwtisfrisnl
Postjesweg 1 1057 DT Amsterdamwwwedelamsterdamnl
Zoutsteeg 1 1012 LX Amsterdamwwwcafeoportonethome
Amstel 100 1017 AC Amsterdamwwwmulligansnl
2e Kostverlorenkade 70 Amsterdamwwwcafekostverlorennl
Jan Pieter Heijestraat 137 Amsterdamwwwwixcomvibes137vibes
Amstel 2 Amsterdamwwwrestaurant-incantonl
Nicolaas Beetsstraat 47 Amsterdamwwwplanetroseinfo
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Where is this inAmsterdam
72spotted
Room 2cfilm
This is the one that will make you pause James Stewart one of my top ten actors of all time plays a businessman fighting to keep his life and family together while everything is crashing down around him In steps an lsquoangelrsquo to try and convince him that life is not as bad as it seems and that other people would be a lot worse off without him Probably the highest rated film Irsquove ever reviewed and one of the most Christmas-delicious I know
Could you walk 2400 kilometres while being pursued with little more than a longing to return to your homeland and mother to keep you and your dependant companions going Would you do this twice This utterly moving film highlights the true-life Australian apartheid practices of the twentieth century and the trauma it caused to native Australians The barren landscapes provide the perfect backdrop for compelling cinema-tography and its dryness will be irrigated by your tears
By David King
By dpmotions
Itrsquos a Wonderful Life (1946)
Rabbit-Proof Fence (2002)
73room2c
74trends
lsquoFacebook in particular is responsible for exacerbating unspoken competitivenessrsquo
By Dirkje Bakker-Pierre
Trends in the food industry are moving faster than lightning and are harder and harder to keep up with When you are all geared up to create your own artsy cupcakes all of a sudden cupcakes are out and macaroons are the flavour of the day
Sweat dripping and cheeks burning with stress levels going through the roof women all around the country have been toiling night and day to create just the right pimped-up cakes (completely covered in layers of pink and red marzipan tiny silver sugar balls and rose petals made from feather-light sugar) which look like they come from one of the newly popped-up cupcake shops Facebook in particular is responsible for exacerbating unspoken competitiveness due to images being posted of better looking and prettier cakes just after you posted your own in comparison pretty sad creations forcing you back into the kitchen to try again
One day itrsquos cutting out names from layers of chocolate the next itrsquos squirting curls and swirls of rainbow colours or grating organic carrots for the rather awkward lsquohealthyrsquo version the carrot cupcake
Shops have adjusted their aisles to make way for endless shelves of specialised products in all ranges of sweetness and multicoloured cuteness shapes tools mixtures and machines It is a whole world of custom products which just keeps growing and changing and you need to keep up with it all or risk being hopelessly left behind There are pink-coloured cook books workshops websites self-help groups and neglected overweight children crying for something non-sweet for once
But then after all your attempts and when you finally think you have achieved perfection before you know it you make a complete fool of yourself by serving the wrong type of sweet and colourful titbits because a new trend has already arrived That really makes you feel like a macaroon
All Caked Out
75trends
Winter solstice is an exciting time of year when we all start dreaming of more sun more light and more inspiration Continuing the gemstone theme I would like to draw your attention to the very lovely and sparkling sunstone also known as heliolite It is the official gemstone of the US state of Oregon which is a prime source for this beautiful gem The name heliolite is derived from the Greek lsquoheliosrsquo and lsquolithosrsquo which mean lsquosunrsquo and lsquostonersquo It was first discovered in Viking burial mounds but despite its long history is not found in abundance
Sunstone is metallic in appearance and comes in red orange or green colours However cleaner red sunstone is very rare and commands proper gemstone prices The stone is a composite of oligoclase feldspar which also contains hematite or goethite The presence of hematite or goethite gives the stone its ability to reflect light hence the name sunstone Sunstone is said to be an inspiration stone able to bestow freedom independence and happiness It also said to reduce fear alleviate stress and bring good luck in any game of chance This sparkly stone has a further use in healing and is believed to endow its wearers with enhanced self-healing powers Other properties
Shine
By Evelina Kvartunaite
ndash
lsquoDreaming of more sun more light and more inspirationrsquo
ndash
include stimulating the vegetative autonomic nervous system and enhancing the harmonious functioning of all the bodyrsquos organs It is also quite helpful in cases of exhaustion due to lack of sleep
The gemstone is used to treat chronic sore throats and relieves pain caused by stomach ulcers It has proved successful in alleviating Seasonal Affective Disorder (or SAD) and is also known for relieving cartilage problems rheumatism and general aches and pains Sunstone helps in dealing with depression and frees its wearers from feelings of discrimination and failure as well as from perceptions of an lsquoevil worldrsquo Sunstone increases a personrsquos sense of self-esteem and self-worth
Sunstone is particularly beneficial when used in sunshine or sunlight It brings abundance to a personrsquos life and transforms negative energy into positive energy
If you have any other helpful tips you would like to share please let me know at evelinakvartunaiteconsultancymarketmediacom
76health amp well-being
ndash
lsquoBestow freedom independence and happinessrsquo
ndash
ndash
lsquoIt has proved successful in alleviating Seasonal Affective
Disorderrsquo
ndash
77health amp well-being
world this lsquotrickeryrsquo has moved online With todayrsquos short attention spans the potential to draw users to a website and retain them is a crucial skill which is rewarded by the revenue that can be generated based on how long a user stays on a website Link-baiting should have been foreseen since it is inevitable
Every click on a website is a revenue-generating moment in terms of advertising The amount of adverts to which you can expose an online user as they click to and through your website is the currency used to determine whether an advertising agency spends its budget on one publication over another Real journalism and insightful opinions once drove online traffic for web publications but link-baiting is now seriously derailing this approach
Most of the time the story behind the sensational link does not live up to expectations A typical example of this can be found in the online edition of the Watford Observer on Tuesday 31 July 2012 The link-bait read ldquoCameron Diaz vows to kick drug habit with help of stepdadrdquo However following the link or falling for the bait led to the underwhelming story ldquoDrug user Cameron Diaz of Broomfield Rise Abbots Langley has sworn to clean up his act with the help of his stepfatherrdquo Although the story was factually correct the intention of the publication was to trick the
One of my previous articles described how online technology publications are subverting reality by not correctly echoing the sentiments of the consuming public Part of the cause of this is that usually in a bid to counter the majority of lacklustre stories floating around they subvert reality to make it more interesting How many non-geeks really care about the advantages of modelling parallelism on serial programs with the Intelreg Advisor XE Itrsquos certainly not a typically newsworthy story
As a result an annoying phenomenon has slowly been building momentum This is now quite evident all over the internet and is destroying good journalism The phenomenon is called Link-baiting Our trustworthy source of internet knowledge describes Link-bait(ing) as anything ldquointeresting enough to catch peoplersquos attentionrdquo (httpenwikipediaorgwikiLink_bait)
Link-baiting is synonymous with the sensational cover stories used on the front of magazines to entice people walking past to pick up the magazines and delve into them As with most things from the print
No news is good news
lsquoQuite evident all over the internet and is destroying good
journalismrsquo
By Simon Owusu
technology
TechBit Sio-Bytes
78
provider in America to the tune of US$ 400 million The initial story broke on the PRWEB website and the majority of online publications regurgitated the story with no additional insights such as the implications of such a deal which real journalism would call for None of them bothered to check the sources or the credibility of the story Millions of revenue-generating clicks later the more seasoned online publications such as CNN AllThings D and CNET broke the bigger story that the press release was fake and that both Google and ICOA Wireless had denied the story In a rush to break the story the first rule of journalism was contravened lsquoAlways check your sourcesrsquo
Given the transient nature of any false news stories posted on the internet these days the story quickly disappeared from most of the offending publications and today you will be hard pressed to find any mention of this slip-up The Sentinel we like to think always brings you the truth albeit typed on an iPad Mini so donrsquot count on us to follow such faulty phenomena and trends
online user into clicking on it due to the coincidental name-sharing of the Abbots Langley Cameron Diaz with the famous American actress Every link clicked demonstrates the potential for advertisers to reach larger audiences and generate revenue for the online publications
From the same school as link-baiting comes the phenomenon of lsquofirst past the postrsquo journalism within the advertising-driven online publication world In this type of journalism emphasis is placed on being first to publish or break a news story Online publications that are first to break a news story attract a high amount of traffic (which translates into large revenues generated by advertising) since they are the only source of that particular information for a short space of time Online users have no choice but to visit that particular site if they wish to read the scoop The downside of this is that in a bid to be first to reap the advertising revenues frequently news stories are not properly checked for credibility On Monday 26 November 2012 nearly every online technology publication published the story of Google purchasing ICOA Wireless a Wi-Fi hot-spot
lsquoFrequently news stories are not properly checked for credibilityrsquo
lsquolsquoAlways check your sourcesrsquorsquo
technology79
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these people in business suits are rushing to check in their business cases Irsquom manoeuvring my 19-metre ski bag between them Strange looks and questions donrsquot surprise me anymore The looks whispers and questions Irsquove had while on trains from one place to the next or on the tram after going to the beach on my way to the indoor slope this summer On the one hand they made me feel like I was some strange creature from another planet but on the other they got me extra stoked up about what Irsquom doing
As I write this itrsquos a week after I checked in my bags and Irsquom sitting in my favourite coffee shop Cuppa Joersquos in Breckenridge Colorado Over the past five days Irsquove been getting up every morning at around 630 am and getting out at around 800am Anyone who knows me will probably raise an eyebrow at this When Irsquom working at home on my photos and stories for the White Freeski Magazine where Irsquom editor-in-chief or on freelance assignments my daily rhythm is completely the opposite But I guess thatrsquos the nice thing about jetlag
Itrsquos hard to describe the feeling of finally getting back
You know that feeling of bubbly excitement you get when you are getting ready to go and do something yoursquove been anticipating for a long long time It might be finally nailing that presentation to finish up university cooking a great dinner for friends or excitement about meeting up with someone
Getting my bags out from the basement after they had been collecting dust for the past eight months prompted those feelings to rush through my veins once again Even though I donrsquot mind being home going to the beach and rehabbing my knee and visiting friends in different countries over the summer all this has taken place in the city and Irsquove been missing the mountains terribly As Irsquom getting my bags out it makes me realise that it really is almost time for me to click into my skis again and breathe in the fresh mountain air
After packing it was finally time to get on my flight to Denver Colorado on Monday morning While all
white outBubbles of Excitement
By Ananda van Welij
Just another girl from a country without mountains addicted to snow
lsquoGo and do something yoursquove been anticipating for a long long timersquo
82sport
have ahead of me this winter Looking forward again instead of being bummed I try to focus on the bright side like I did while I was stuck at home rehabbing and walking on crutches Trying to be inspired by what I see around me and what others do and have instead of being frustrated by it
It makes me wonder about just working and meeting up with friends at home I know I have a privileged life as Irsquom sitting here but isnrsquot this something we all experience in our daily lives It can be hard to sit down let go of the frustration sadness and problems and look forward Itrsquos not always possible to do it overnight but I think that just trying makes you feel better and in the end it allows you to bubble with excitement again no matter if itrsquos for a day of skiing or for finishing that project
My new mission for this season is to stay positive and draw inspiration from the people and things around me Irsquoll let you know how Irsquom doing in three weeksrsquo time
onto my skis after being out for eight months due to a torn MCL Cruising down the hill feeling and hearing the snow crunch under my feet It might sound strange to you but to me itrsquos a special sort of magic I guess it has something to do with the dopamine your body makes while having a great rush of excitement Although Irsquom pretty tired right now and taking a day off from skiing just walking outside and knowing that I can go up the hill any moment I like makes me feel better
Being so excited to be back on the snow after an injury also has a downside It comes in the form of having to hold myself back Since my injury I havenrsquot been jumping or doing any crazy tricks Itrsquos hard seeing all my friends jump and having fun in the park knowing I really shouldnrsquot do any of that stuff yet My mind is screaming ldquoYou can do that toordquo But Irsquom scared of a repeat injury brought on by pushing myself too hard too fast I have to force myself to sit down talk to my friends and listen to their stories of having fun while being genuinely happy for them To enjoy the sun instead of freaking myself out eat some good food have a good laugh and think of all the fun trips I
lsquoExtra stoked up about what Irsquom doingrsquo
lsquoTo me itrsquos a special sort of magicrsquo
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We have reached the point of the season when the outstanding manager of the first half has his team profiled and receives a pat on the back An overall lead at Xmas more often than not means that the team has peaked during the first half of the season before going on to show signs of weakness This season unusually we have a manager who has led strongly from the very early weeks but who still has a full supply of substitutes in reserve This bodes ill for the other managers as even though he has been professionally hunted down to the point that his lead is now meagre (or even gone by the time this is published) Steven Fockema still holds all the aces given that his reserves remain intact while the chasersrsquo have been used up to varying degrees
Daft3Punks
GK Tim Krul (newcastle United) 25m ndash Out injured from the beginning of September until the end of November No proper form assessment possible so far this season and his team are in apparent gradual creep towards the relegation zone Rating 825
deF Jose enrique (Liverpool) 35m ndash At a work-in-progress team Now playing regularly as a midfielder and showing positive form Rating 85
deF daniel Agger (Liverpool) 4m ndash Still more bluster and posing than glory Rating 825
deF Winston Reid (West Ham) 1m ndash Doing New Zealand proud in the Premier League at his price West Ham may not secure a greater number of clean sheets in the second half of the season however Rating 80
deF Jan Vertonghen (Tottenham Hotspur) 45m ndash Handsome driving Belgian vanilla One of the stars of the season thus far Rating 90
mId Gareth Bale (Tottenham Hotspur) 55m ndash The most impressive individual player in the current Premier League Rating 915
mId michu (Swansea city) 2m ndash Incredible value at his price A natural goal-scorer extraordinaire who also gets around and shows versatility Rating 90
mId Yaya Toure (manchester city) 45m ndash Nowhere close to his form of the previous season even if that can change in the second half of this one Rating 850
FWd Fabio Borini (Liverpool) 3m ndash Tipped here to eventually do well but long-term injury befell him just at the time he was settling into his new team and system Rating 80
FWd olivier Giroud (Arsenal) 45m ndash Has been nudging levels above average of late Rating 850
FWd Papiss cisse (newcastle United) 5m ndash Another player showing an astonishing fall from the excellence of the final third of the previous season Newcastle United appear to need re-styling quickly Rating 825
overall rating 9340 (max 100)
The New Year will only bring fireworks given the keen match-up between FFG-CL managers
By Denson Pierre
The Gold Room
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wwwczechtourismcom
CZECH REPUBLIC - STUNNINGLY DIFFERENT
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The Sentinel took up the enthusiastic invitation from the people of the annually occurring Dutch-Lithuanian art event on December 1 The Dutch aspect of the event day and night together with the displayed art was not particularly significant in this case however given that it was one of the more complete cultural cuisine musical and heartily drinking events that the recent European Union arrivalrsquos creative set could conjure with the help of their foreign desk and local culture funds A well produced and expansive programme could be sampled and lightning insight garnered into the culture and artistic impressions of a pearl of Baltic civilisation Vilnius met Amsterdam It just may be time for this e-zine to delve even deeper into Lithuania
See wwwltartnl
Iron Wolves
By Denson Pierre
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MechelenAuthentic and full of surprises Thatrsquos Mechelen Hospitable and honourable Thatrsquos the people of Mechelen Come and experience the cityrsquos urban charms for yourself Mechelen
Authentic and full of surprises Thatrsquos Mechelen Hospitable and honourable Thatrsquos the people of Mechelen Come and experience the cityrsquos urban charms for yourself
photography copy Layla Aerts
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CafeacuteBar Review Batavia 1920
lsquoClassic bar art embraces you as you enterrsquo
cafebar review60
Batavia 1920Prins Hendrikkade 85 1012 AE Amsterdam
It is always handy to know of a wholesome cafeacutebar that ticks all the boxes even if it happens to be located at the busiest point of the old city (obliquely opposite Central Station) Over the course of the different seasons I managed to assess this fine establishment which serves as another reminder of what good honest bars are all about There is still quality available in Amsterdam
AmbianceThoughtful solid furniture easy lighting and classic bar art embraces you as you enter With a chess club professional dart board regular parties and borrels the vibe ranges daily from mellow to vibrant Rating 5
StaffregularsOn my most recent visit I had the pleasure of Elizabeth and Jamie leading the service but staff members are always experienced service is quick and drinks are de-livered with fresh smiles whoever happens to be work-ing The regulars are plentiful and the bar emanates the energy of a good professional lsquoIrishrsquo bar attracting an eclectic international mix to this super-central location It is a perfect meeting point for friends from any cardi-nal direction with the national transportation hub being literally just across the road Rating 5
Televised sportAmple flat screens and channels Rating 4
PricesIn general the prices are standard Central Amsterdam levels which is sadly typical of grand cafeacutes in this post-code area What works in Bataviarsquos favour is that it has an above-average selection of lsquoBelgian beautiesrsquo (beer) on offer Given the advised dosage having two or three should not leave you broke or broken The kitchen also has quite a strong reputation for above-average pub fare The Sunday roast dinner is especially popular and keeps folk who like that sort of thing coming back as often as they can afford it Rating 3
MusicGenuinely diverse popular and world music from a crisp-sounding digital sound system and staff members seem to have cool taste in music Rating 5
Smoking area provisionThere is a large smoking room on the lower level Sim-ple and ingenious air-conditioning allows you to spend your full upstairs session there without the sense of be-ing fumigated If you were not told about the smoking area below you would not know there was one Rating 5
Total rating 2730(Ratings from 1-5 where 1 = Very poor and 5 = Excel-lent)
By Denson Pierre
lsquoA perfect meeting point for friends from any cardinal directionrsquo
cafebar review6
1
lsquoIt has an above-average selection of lsquoBelgian beautiesrsquorsquo
cafebar review62
lsquoStaff members seem to have cool taste in musicrsquo
cafebar review63
For complete and world class tours of Prague
Packages includebull Hidden and playful Prague (for families with young children)bull Literary Praguebull Prague Architecture through the agesbull Religion and the citybull The old city at night
These are detailed tours designed for visitors who wish to explore with great detail and not suitable for simply sight-seeing tourists
Day segments and ratesPR 0800-1230hrs AG 1330-1630hrs UE 1730-2130hrsAll sessions are priced at u 25 per single adult Group size upper limit = 8 Accompanied children under the age of five are gratis and school aged children pay 25 Family package rates are negotiable
ContactJaroslav Cernosek+420 602 228 797Mail jcernosekcentrumcz
wwwyourtuliptourcom
JC Tours
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star beer guide
The SentinelStar beer guide
lsquoFind the better bars serving it at the right price in the New Yearrsquo
Clever marketing and an effective pricing campaign has led to this A-class standard-bearing blonde becoming one of the most easily found lsquorealrsquo beers in Amsterdam cafeacutes and bars With its distinctive charisma and fresh fruity taste it sits just on the edge in terms of strength and only the brave and seasoned can be found using it as a session beer Prices across Amsterdam for the same Trappist-glass measure can range dramatically from euro 250 to euro 425 per glass so there is fun to be had trying to find the better bars serving it at the right price in the New Year Your search will be rewarded by this cool classic
Grimbergen Blonde is brewed by Alken-Maes Alken Belgium
By Denson Pierre
GRIMBERGEN BLONDE (67 ABV)
67star beer guide
68
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BRING BACK
A substantial amount of the culture on mainland Europe revolves around platinum-standard beer of various descriptions and fl avours being easily available Amsterdam is not lacking in cafeacutes bars off licences supermarkets and online outlets stocking truly great beers available either immediately or within 24 hours With the growing popularity of high-yeast and high alcohol by volume brands how these drinks are served is a cause for concern however
Led by the Belgians and French the art of designing a glass that refl ects the individual quality of the liquid experience within is among these productsrsquo most out-standing features after their fl avour and power to in-toxicate Any beer of decent repute has its own glass in which it is intended to be served This always takes the form and size of a sensible measure to ensure a taste experience at the correct temperature and allow people to enjoy the evoked sensations before fi nding them-selves suddenly and blindingly drunk What we now often fi nd in tourist-pressed Amsterdam are these lsquoreal beersrsquo being off ered and served to ignorant punters in pint (or half-litre) measures leading to people becom-ing drunk at speed and destroying the overall aesthetic of lsquobeering itrsquo with style
The Sentinel says bring back the serving of high-alco-hol-content drinks in appropriate measures and if pos-sible in the glasses especially designed for the purpose This would be desirable for all manner of reasons not least health and safety Barkeepers can be educators too and it shouldnrsquot be too diffi cult to persuade tourists (usually German British and Irish) who represent the majority of volume drinkers in the cityrsquos more desirable watering holes It is foolish greedy and uncouth to con-sume high-alcohol beverages in such volumes and not expect to end up senselessly drunk and ultimately spoil the whole experience Volume drinkers should simply be directed to the lsquopiss waterrsquo beers of which there are many to satiate their needs and leave the quality beer tours for when they have educated themselves in the culture and manner of consumption that ensures maxi-mum pleasure and above all style
By Denson Pierre
STYLED BEER GLASSES
69amsterdam city life
We find the best most fun most typical exciting or local favourite restaurants etcetera in Amsterdam and bring them to you an easy way to feel like a local
Het Compagnie Theater Amsterdam 12122012
Recommended
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EUROGIFTSXenonweg 9 3812 SZ Amersfoort
Tel 033 - 454 35 75 - Fax 033 - 454 35 79E-mail lmproefeurogiftsnl
Website wwweurogiftsnl
FILMPROEF
ORDERNUMMER 6021022ARTIKELNUMMER 65123
Ware grootte (indien uitgeprint)Kleur opdruk Wit
Mulligans Irish Music BarAmsterdamrsquos best address for live Irish music Five (5) nights a week Check our agenda for upcoming sessions
Cafeacute KostverlorenCafeacute Kostverloren is a contemporary cafe offering the cosiness of a saloon an open kitchen and the intimacy of a living room During summer there is a large sunny terrace and during winter an open fi replace
VibesVibes is a relaxing cafecocktail bar art gallery with a large selection of coffees herbal teas homemade cakes and an amazing card of cocktails made with fresh fruit by a professional cocktail bartenderEnjoy our Italian kitchen in a cosy and friendly atmosphere
IncantoIncanto is a restaurant with a classic Italian kitchen Venetian chef Simone Ambrosin is known for his pure and simple style of cooking with feeling for nuance The wine list contains over 150 Italian wines
Planet RosePlanet Rose is the fi rst Caribbean restaurant in the Netherlands which specializes in Jamaican cuisine The menu features a daily changing selection of JamaicanCaribbean dishes and they ensure that you enjoy the whole expe-rience while dining with them
Cafe TisfrisCafe Tisfris is recognisable for its landmarks funky pillars and terrace Tisfris offers a friendly service and is a great pit stop for ldquoyummyrdquo refreshments
Cafe restaurant EdelCafe restaurant Edel is the perfect place for lunch dinner or to simply enjoy a drink Edel is a unique place in Amsterdam
Cafeacute OportoCafeacute Oporto is a traditional Amsterdam lsquobrown cafersquo Welcoming tourists and regular customers alike they offer televised sports wireless internet connection and a wide range of reasonably priced beers and spirits
Connoisseurs Delight Fun Drinking amp MusicTo Be Seen and Tasted
To Be Seen and Tasted
Fun Drinking amp Music
Connoisseurs Delight
Connoisseurs Delight
To Be Seen and Tasted
Neighbourhood cosy
Opera Prima - Patisserie Bistro TraiteurThe best place in town for lunch exquisite high teas or brunches and all of your luxury catering both private and corporate
Kinkerstraat 228 Amsterdamwwwoperaprimanl
St Antoniebreestraat 142 Amsterdamwwwtisfrisnl
Postjesweg 1 1057 DT Amsterdamwwwedelamsterdamnl
Zoutsteeg 1 1012 LX Amsterdamwwwcafeoportonethome
Amstel 100 1017 AC Amsterdamwwwmulligansnl
2e Kostverlorenkade 70 Amsterdamwwwcafekostverlorennl
Jan Pieter Heijestraat 137 Amsterdamwwwwixcomvibes137vibes
Amstel 2 Amsterdamwwwrestaurant-incantonl
Nicolaas Beetsstraat 47 Amsterdamwwwplanetroseinfo
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Where is this inAmsterdam
72spotted
Room 2cfilm
This is the one that will make you pause James Stewart one of my top ten actors of all time plays a businessman fighting to keep his life and family together while everything is crashing down around him In steps an lsquoangelrsquo to try and convince him that life is not as bad as it seems and that other people would be a lot worse off without him Probably the highest rated film Irsquove ever reviewed and one of the most Christmas-delicious I know
Could you walk 2400 kilometres while being pursued with little more than a longing to return to your homeland and mother to keep you and your dependant companions going Would you do this twice This utterly moving film highlights the true-life Australian apartheid practices of the twentieth century and the trauma it caused to native Australians The barren landscapes provide the perfect backdrop for compelling cinema-tography and its dryness will be irrigated by your tears
By David King
By dpmotions
Itrsquos a Wonderful Life (1946)
Rabbit-Proof Fence (2002)
73room2c
74trends
lsquoFacebook in particular is responsible for exacerbating unspoken competitivenessrsquo
By Dirkje Bakker-Pierre
Trends in the food industry are moving faster than lightning and are harder and harder to keep up with When you are all geared up to create your own artsy cupcakes all of a sudden cupcakes are out and macaroons are the flavour of the day
Sweat dripping and cheeks burning with stress levels going through the roof women all around the country have been toiling night and day to create just the right pimped-up cakes (completely covered in layers of pink and red marzipan tiny silver sugar balls and rose petals made from feather-light sugar) which look like they come from one of the newly popped-up cupcake shops Facebook in particular is responsible for exacerbating unspoken competitiveness due to images being posted of better looking and prettier cakes just after you posted your own in comparison pretty sad creations forcing you back into the kitchen to try again
One day itrsquos cutting out names from layers of chocolate the next itrsquos squirting curls and swirls of rainbow colours or grating organic carrots for the rather awkward lsquohealthyrsquo version the carrot cupcake
Shops have adjusted their aisles to make way for endless shelves of specialised products in all ranges of sweetness and multicoloured cuteness shapes tools mixtures and machines It is a whole world of custom products which just keeps growing and changing and you need to keep up with it all or risk being hopelessly left behind There are pink-coloured cook books workshops websites self-help groups and neglected overweight children crying for something non-sweet for once
But then after all your attempts and when you finally think you have achieved perfection before you know it you make a complete fool of yourself by serving the wrong type of sweet and colourful titbits because a new trend has already arrived That really makes you feel like a macaroon
All Caked Out
75trends
Winter solstice is an exciting time of year when we all start dreaming of more sun more light and more inspiration Continuing the gemstone theme I would like to draw your attention to the very lovely and sparkling sunstone also known as heliolite It is the official gemstone of the US state of Oregon which is a prime source for this beautiful gem The name heliolite is derived from the Greek lsquoheliosrsquo and lsquolithosrsquo which mean lsquosunrsquo and lsquostonersquo It was first discovered in Viking burial mounds but despite its long history is not found in abundance
Sunstone is metallic in appearance and comes in red orange or green colours However cleaner red sunstone is very rare and commands proper gemstone prices The stone is a composite of oligoclase feldspar which also contains hematite or goethite The presence of hematite or goethite gives the stone its ability to reflect light hence the name sunstone Sunstone is said to be an inspiration stone able to bestow freedom independence and happiness It also said to reduce fear alleviate stress and bring good luck in any game of chance This sparkly stone has a further use in healing and is believed to endow its wearers with enhanced self-healing powers Other properties
Shine
By Evelina Kvartunaite
ndash
lsquoDreaming of more sun more light and more inspirationrsquo
ndash
include stimulating the vegetative autonomic nervous system and enhancing the harmonious functioning of all the bodyrsquos organs It is also quite helpful in cases of exhaustion due to lack of sleep
The gemstone is used to treat chronic sore throats and relieves pain caused by stomach ulcers It has proved successful in alleviating Seasonal Affective Disorder (or SAD) and is also known for relieving cartilage problems rheumatism and general aches and pains Sunstone helps in dealing with depression and frees its wearers from feelings of discrimination and failure as well as from perceptions of an lsquoevil worldrsquo Sunstone increases a personrsquos sense of self-esteem and self-worth
Sunstone is particularly beneficial when used in sunshine or sunlight It brings abundance to a personrsquos life and transforms negative energy into positive energy
If you have any other helpful tips you would like to share please let me know at evelinakvartunaiteconsultancymarketmediacom
76health amp well-being
ndash
lsquoBestow freedom independence and happinessrsquo
ndash
ndash
lsquoIt has proved successful in alleviating Seasonal Affective
Disorderrsquo
ndash
77health amp well-being
world this lsquotrickeryrsquo has moved online With todayrsquos short attention spans the potential to draw users to a website and retain them is a crucial skill which is rewarded by the revenue that can be generated based on how long a user stays on a website Link-baiting should have been foreseen since it is inevitable
Every click on a website is a revenue-generating moment in terms of advertising The amount of adverts to which you can expose an online user as they click to and through your website is the currency used to determine whether an advertising agency spends its budget on one publication over another Real journalism and insightful opinions once drove online traffic for web publications but link-baiting is now seriously derailing this approach
Most of the time the story behind the sensational link does not live up to expectations A typical example of this can be found in the online edition of the Watford Observer on Tuesday 31 July 2012 The link-bait read ldquoCameron Diaz vows to kick drug habit with help of stepdadrdquo However following the link or falling for the bait led to the underwhelming story ldquoDrug user Cameron Diaz of Broomfield Rise Abbots Langley has sworn to clean up his act with the help of his stepfatherrdquo Although the story was factually correct the intention of the publication was to trick the
One of my previous articles described how online technology publications are subverting reality by not correctly echoing the sentiments of the consuming public Part of the cause of this is that usually in a bid to counter the majority of lacklustre stories floating around they subvert reality to make it more interesting How many non-geeks really care about the advantages of modelling parallelism on serial programs with the Intelreg Advisor XE Itrsquos certainly not a typically newsworthy story
As a result an annoying phenomenon has slowly been building momentum This is now quite evident all over the internet and is destroying good journalism The phenomenon is called Link-baiting Our trustworthy source of internet knowledge describes Link-bait(ing) as anything ldquointeresting enough to catch peoplersquos attentionrdquo (httpenwikipediaorgwikiLink_bait)
Link-baiting is synonymous with the sensational cover stories used on the front of magazines to entice people walking past to pick up the magazines and delve into them As with most things from the print
No news is good news
lsquoQuite evident all over the internet and is destroying good
journalismrsquo
By Simon Owusu
technology
TechBit Sio-Bytes
78
provider in America to the tune of US$ 400 million The initial story broke on the PRWEB website and the majority of online publications regurgitated the story with no additional insights such as the implications of such a deal which real journalism would call for None of them bothered to check the sources or the credibility of the story Millions of revenue-generating clicks later the more seasoned online publications such as CNN AllThings D and CNET broke the bigger story that the press release was fake and that both Google and ICOA Wireless had denied the story In a rush to break the story the first rule of journalism was contravened lsquoAlways check your sourcesrsquo
Given the transient nature of any false news stories posted on the internet these days the story quickly disappeared from most of the offending publications and today you will be hard pressed to find any mention of this slip-up The Sentinel we like to think always brings you the truth albeit typed on an iPad Mini so donrsquot count on us to follow such faulty phenomena and trends
online user into clicking on it due to the coincidental name-sharing of the Abbots Langley Cameron Diaz with the famous American actress Every link clicked demonstrates the potential for advertisers to reach larger audiences and generate revenue for the online publications
From the same school as link-baiting comes the phenomenon of lsquofirst past the postrsquo journalism within the advertising-driven online publication world In this type of journalism emphasis is placed on being first to publish or break a news story Online publications that are first to break a news story attract a high amount of traffic (which translates into large revenues generated by advertising) since they are the only source of that particular information for a short space of time Online users have no choice but to visit that particular site if they wish to read the scoop The downside of this is that in a bid to be first to reap the advertising revenues frequently news stories are not properly checked for credibility On Monday 26 November 2012 nearly every online technology publication published the story of Google purchasing ICOA Wireless a Wi-Fi hot-spot
lsquoFrequently news stories are not properly checked for credibilityrsquo
lsquolsquoAlways check your sourcesrsquorsquo
technology79
80classifi eds
81classifi eds
these people in business suits are rushing to check in their business cases Irsquom manoeuvring my 19-metre ski bag between them Strange looks and questions donrsquot surprise me anymore The looks whispers and questions Irsquove had while on trains from one place to the next or on the tram after going to the beach on my way to the indoor slope this summer On the one hand they made me feel like I was some strange creature from another planet but on the other they got me extra stoked up about what Irsquom doing
As I write this itrsquos a week after I checked in my bags and Irsquom sitting in my favourite coffee shop Cuppa Joersquos in Breckenridge Colorado Over the past five days Irsquove been getting up every morning at around 630 am and getting out at around 800am Anyone who knows me will probably raise an eyebrow at this When Irsquom working at home on my photos and stories for the White Freeski Magazine where Irsquom editor-in-chief or on freelance assignments my daily rhythm is completely the opposite But I guess thatrsquos the nice thing about jetlag
Itrsquos hard to describe the feeling of finally getting back
You know that feeling of bubbly excitement you get when you are getting ready to go and do something yoursquove been anticipating for a long long time It might be finally nailing that presentation to finish up university cooking a great dinner for friends or excitement about meeting up with someone
Getting my bags out from the basement after they had been collecting dust for the past eight months prompted those feelings to rush through my veins once again Even though I donrsquot mind being home going to the beach and rehabbing my knee and visiting friends in different countries over the summer all this has taken place in the city and Irsquove been missing the mountains terribly As Irsquom getting my bags out it makes me realise that it really is almost time for me to click into my skis again and breathe in the fresh mountain air
After packing it was finally time to get on my flight to Denver Colorado on Monday morning While all
white outBubbles of Excitement
By Ananda van Welij
Just another girl from a country without mountains addicted to snow
lsquoGo and do something yoursquove been anticipating for a long long timersquo
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have ahead of me this winter Looking forward again instead of being bummed I try to focus on the bright side like I did while I was stuck at home rehabbing and walking on crutches Trying to be inspired by what I see around me and what others do and have instead of being frustrated by it
It makes me wonder about just working and meeting up with friends at home I know I have a privileged life as Irsquom sitting here but isnrsquot this something we all experience in our daily lives It can be hard to sit down let go of the frustration sadness and problems and look forward Itrsquos not always possible to do it overnight but I think that just trying makes you feel better and in the end it allows you to bubble with excitement again no matter if itrsquos for a day of skiing or for finishing that project
My new mission for this season is to stay positive and draw inspiration from the people and things around me Irsquoll let you know how Irsquom doing in three weeksrsquo time
onto my skis after being out for eight months due to a torn MCL Cruising down the hill feeling and hearing the snow crunch under my feet It might sound strange to you but to me itrsquos a special sort of magic I guess it has something to do with the dopamine your body makes while having a great rush of excitement Although Irsquom pretty tired right now and taking a day off from skiing just walking outside and knowing that I can go up the hill any moment I like makes me feel better
Being so excited to be back on the snow after an injury also has a downside It comes in the form of having to hold myself back Since my injury I havenrsquot been jumping or doing any crazy tricks Itrsquos hard seeing all my friends jump and having fun in the park knowing I really shouldnrsquot do any of that stuff yet My mind is screaming ldquoYou can do that toordquo But Irsquom scared of a repeat injury brought on by pushing myself too hard too fast I have to force myself to sit down talk to my friends and listen to their stories of having fun while being genuinely happy for them To enjoy the sun instead of freaking myself out eat some good food have a good laugh and think of all the fun trips I
lsquoExtra stoked up about what Irsquom doingrsquo
lsquoTo me itrsquos a special sort of magicrsquo
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We have reached the point of the season when the outstanding manager of the first half has his team profiled and receives a pat on the back An overall lead at Xmas more often than not means that the team has peaked during the first half of the season before going on to show signs of weakness This season unusually we have a manager who has led strongly from the very early weeks but who still has a full supply of substitutes in reserve This bodes ill for the other managers as even though he has been professionally hunted down to the point that his lead is now meagre (or even gone by the time this is published) Steven Fockema still holds all the aces given that his reserves remain intact while the chasersrsquo have been used up to varying degrees
Daft3Punks
GK Tim Krul (newcastle United) 25m ndash Out injured from the beginning of September until the end of November No proper form assessment possible so far this season and his team are in apparent gradual creep towards the relegation zone Rating 825
deF Jose enrique (Liverpool) 35m ndash At a work-in-progress team Now playing regularly as a midfielder and showing positive form Rating 85
deF daniel Agger (Liverpool) 4m ndash Still more bluster and posing than glory Rating 825
deF Winston Reid (West Ham) 1m ndash Doing New Zealand proud in the Premier League at his price West Ham may not secure a greater number of clean sheets in the second half of the season however Rating 80
deF Jan Vertonghen (Tottenham Hotspur) 45m ndash Handsome driving Belgian vanilla One of the stars of the season thus far Rating 90
mId Gareth Bale (Tottenham Hotspur) 55m ndash The most impressive individual player in the current Premier League Rating 915
mId michu (Swansea city) 2m ndash Incredible value at his price A natural goal-scorer extraordinaire who also gets around and shows versatility Rating 90
mId Yaya Toure (manchester city) 45m ndash Nowhere close to his form of the previous season even if that can change in the second half of this one Rating 850
FWd Fabio Borini (Liverpool) 3m ndash Tipped here to eventually do well but long-term injury befell him just at the time he was settling into his new team and system Rating 80
FWd olivier Giroud (Arsenal) 45m ndash Has been nudging levels above average of late Rating 850
FWd Papiss cisse (newcastle United) 5m ndash Another player showing an astonishing fall from the excellence of the final third of the previous season Newcastle United appear to need re-styling quickly Rating 825
overall rating 9340 (max 100)
The New Year will only bring fireworks given the keen match-up between FFG-CL managers
By Denson Pierre
The Gold Room
88
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The Sentinel took up the enthusiastic invitation from the people of the annually occurring Dutch-Lithuanian art event on December 1 The Dutch aspect of the event day and night together with the displayed art was not particularly significant in this case however given that it was one of the more complete cultural cuisine musical and heartily drinking events that the recent European Union arrivalrsquos creative set could conjure with the help of their foreign desk and local culture funds A well produced and expansive programme could be sampled and lightning insight garnered into the culture and artistic impressions of a pearl of Baltic civilisation Vilnius met Amsterdam It just may be time for this e-zine to delve even deeper into Lithuania
See wwwltartnl
Iron Wolves
By Denson Pierre
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MechelenAuthentic and full of surprises Thatrsquos Mechelen Hospitable and honourable Thatrsquos the people of Mechelen Come and experience the cityrsquos urban charms for yourself Mechelen
Authentic and full of surprises Thatrsquos Mechelen Hospitable and honourable Thatrsquos the people of Mechelen Come and experience the cityrsquos urban charms for yourself
photography copy Layla Aerts
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CafeacuteBar Review Batavia 1920
lsquoClassic bar art embraces you as you enterrsquo
cafebar review60
Batavia 1920Prins Hendrikkade 85 1012 AE Amsterdam
It is always handy to know of a wholesome cafeacutebar that ticks all the boxes even if it happens to be located at the busiest point of the old city (obliquely opposite Central Station) Over the course of the different seasons I managed to assess this fine establishment which serves as another reminder of what good honest bars are all about There is still quality available in Amsterdam
AmbianceThoughtful solid furniture easy lighting and classic bar art embraces you as you enter With a chess club professional dart board regular parties and borrels the vibe ranges daily from mellow to vibrant Rating 5
StaffregularsOn my most recent visit I had the pleasure of Elizabeth and Jamie leading the service but staff members are always experienced service is quick and drinks are de-livered with fresh smiles whoever happens to be work-ing The regulars are plentiful and the bar emanates the energy of a good professional lsquoIrishrsquo bar attracting an eclectic international mix to this super-central location It is a perfect meeting point for friends from any cardi-nal direction with the national transportation hub being literally just across the road Rating 5
Televised sportAmple flat screens and channels Rating 4
PricesIn general the prices are standard Central Amsterdam levels which is sadly typical of grand cafeacutes in this post-code area What works in Bataviarsquos favour is that it has an above-average selection of lsquoBelgian beautiesrsquo (beer) on offer Given the advised dosage having two or three should not leave you broke or broken The kitchen also has quite a strong reputation for above-average pub fare The Sunday roast dinner is especially popular and keeps folk who like that sort of thing coming back as often as they can afford it Rating 3
MusicGenuinely diverse popular and world music from a crisp-sounding digital sound system and staff members seem to have cool taste in music Rating 5
Smoking area provisionThere is a large smoking room on the lower level Sim-ple and ingenious air-conditioning allows you to spend your full upstairs session there without the sense of be-ing fumigated If you were not told about the smoking area below you would not know there was one Rating 5
Total rating 2730(Ratings from 1-5 where 1 = Very poor and 5 = Excel-lent)
By Denson Pierre
lsquoA perfect meeting point for friends from any cardinal directionrsquo
cafebar review6
1
lsquoIt has an above-average selection of lsquoBelgian beautiesrsquorsquo
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lsquoStaff members seem to have cool taste in musicrsquo
cafebar review63
For complete and world class tours of Prague
Packages includebull Hidden and playful Prague (for families with young children)bull Literary Praguebull Prague Architecture through the agesbull Religion and the citybull The old city at night
These are detailed tours designed for visitors who wish to explore with great detail and not suitable for simply sight-seeing tourists
Day segments and ratesPR 0800-1230hrs AG 1330-1630hrs UE 1730-2130hrsAll sessions are priced at u 25 per single adult Group size upper limit = 8 Accompanied children under the age of five are gratis and school aged children pay 25 Family package rates are negotiable
ContactJaroslav Cernosek+420 602 228 797Mail jcernosekcentrumcz
wwwyourtuliptourcom
JC Tours
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star beer guide
The SentinelStar beer guide
lsquoFind the better bars serving it at the right price in the New Yearrsquo
Clever marketing and an effective pricing campaign has led to this A-class standard-bearing blonde becoming one of the most easily found lsquorealrsquo beers in Amsterdam cafeacutes and bars With its distinctive charisma and fresh fruity taste it sits just on the edge in terms of strength and only the brave and seasoned can be found using it as a session beer Prices across Amsterdam for the same Trappist-glass measure can range dramatically from euro 250 to euro 425 per glass so there is fun to be had trying to find the better bars serving it at the right price in the New Year Your search will be rewarded by this cool classic
Grimbergen Blonde is brewed by Alken-Maes Alken Belgium
By Denson Pierre
GRIMBERGEN BLONDE (67 ABV)
67star beer guide
68
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BRING BACK
A substantial amount of the culture on mainland Europe revolves around platinum-standard beer of various descriptions and fl avours being easily available Amsterdam is not lacking in cafeacutes bars off licences supermarkets and online outlets stocking truly great beers available either immediately or within 24 hours With the growing popularity of high-yeast and high alcohol by volume brands how these drinks are served is a cause for concern however
Led by the Belgians and French the art of designing a glass that refl ects the individual quality of the liquid experience within is among these productsrsquo most out-standing features after their fl avour and power to in-toxicate Any beer of decent repute has its own glass in which it is intended to be served This always takes the form and size of a sensible measure to ensure a taste experience at the correct temperature and allow people to enjoy the evoked sensations before fi nding them-selves suddenly and blindingly drunk What we now often fi nd in tourist-pressed Amsterdam are these lsquoreal beersrsquo being off ered and served to ignorant punters in pint (or half-litre) measures leading to people becom-ing drunk at speed and destroying the overall aesthetic of lsquobeering itrsquo with style
The Sentinel says bring back the serving of high-alco-hol-content drinks in appropriate measures and if pos-sible in the glasses especially designed for the purpose This would be desirable for all manner of reasons not least health and safety Barkeepers can be educators too and it shouldnrsquot be too diffi cult to persuade tourists (usually German British and Irish) who represent the majority of volume drinkers in the cityrsquos more desirable watering holes It is foolish greedy and uncouth to con-sume high-alcohol beverages in such volumes and not expect to end up senselessly drunk and ultimately spoil the whole experience Volume drinkers should simply be directed to the lsquopiss waterrsquo beers of which there are many to satiate their needs and leave the quality beer tours for when they have educated themselves in the culture and manner of consumption that ensures maxi-mum pleasure and above all style
By Denson Pierre
STYLED BEER GLASSES
69amsterdam city life
We find the best most fun most typical exciting or local favourite restaurants etcetera in Amsterdam and bring them to you an easy way to feel like a local
Het Compagnie Theater Amsterdam 12122012
Recommended
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EUROGIFTSXenonweg 9 3812 SZ Amersfoort
Tel 033 - 454 35 75 - Fax 033 - 454 35 79E-mail lmproefeurogiftsnl
Website wwweurogiftsnl
FILMPROEF
ORDERNUMMER 6021022ARTIKELNUMMER 65123
Ware grootte (indien uitgeprint)Kleur opdruk Wit
Mulligans Irish Music BarAmsterdamrsquos best address for live Irish music Five (5) nights a week Check our agenda for upcoming sessions
Cafeacute KostverlorenCafeacute Kostverloren is a contemporary cafe offering the cosiness of a saloon an open kitchen and the intimacy of a living room During summer there is a large sunny terrace and during winter an open fi replace
VibesVibes is a relaxing cafecocktail bar art gallery with a large selection of coffees herbal teas homemade cakes and an amazing card of cocktails made with fresh fruit by a professional cocktail bartenderEnjoy our Italian kitchen in a cosy and friendly atmosphere
IncantoIncanto is a restaurant with a classic Italian kitchen Venetian chef Simone Ambrosin is known for his pure and simple style of cooking with feeling for nuance The wine list contains over 150 Italian wines
Planet RosePlanet Rose is the fi rst Caribbean restaurant in the Netherlands which specializes in Jamaican cuisine The menu features a daily changing selection of JamaicanCaribbean dishes and they ensure that you enjoy the whole expe-rience while dining with them
Cafe TisfrisCafe Tisfris is recognisable for its landmarks funky pillars and terrace Tisfris offers a friendly service and is a great pit stop for ldquoyummyrdquo refreshments
Cafe restaurant EdelCafe restaurant Edel is the perfect place for lunch dinner or to simply enjoy a drink Edel is a unique place in Amsterdam
Cafeacute OportoCafeacute Oporto is a traditional Amsterdam lsquobrown cafersquo Welcoming tourists and regular customers alike they offer televised sports wireless internet connection and a wide range of reasonably priced beers and spirits
Connoisseurs Delight Fun Drinking amp MusicTo Be Seen and Tasted
To Be Seen and Tasted
Fun Drinking amp Music
Connoisseurs Delight
Connoisseurs Delight
To Be Seen and Tasted
Neighbourhood cosy
Opera Prima - Patisserie Bistro TraiteurThe best place in town for lunch exquisite high teas or brunches and all of your luxury catering both private and corporate
Kinkerstraat 228 Amsterdamwwwoperaprimanl
St Antoniebreestraat 142 Amsterdamwwwtisfrisnl
Postjesweg 1 1057 DT Amsterdamwwwedelamsterdamnl
Zoutsteeg 1 1012 LX Amsterdamwwwcafeoportonethome
Amstel 100 1017 AC Amsterdamwwwmulligansnl
2e Kostverlorenkade 70 Amsterdamwwwcafekostverlorennl
Jan Pieter Heijestraat 137 Amsterdamwwwwixcomvibes137vibes
Amstel 2 Amsterdamwwwrestaurant-incantonl
Nicolaas Beetsstraat 47 Amsterdamwwwplanetroseinfo
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Where is this inAmsterdam
72spotted
Room 2cfilm
This is the one that will make you pause James Stewart one of my top ten actors of all time plays a businessman fighting to keep his life and family together while everything is crashing down around him In steps an lsquoangelrsquo to try and convince him that life is not as bad as it seems and that other people would be a lot worse off without him Probably the highest rated film Irsquove ever reviewed and one of the most Christmas-delicious I know
Could you walk 2400 kilometres while being pursued with little more than a longing to return to your homeland and mother to keep you and your dependant companions going Would you do this twice This utterly moving film highlights the true-life Australian apartheid practices of the twentieth century and the trauma it caused to native Australians The barren landscapes provide the perfect backdrop for compelling cinema-tography and its dryness will be irrigated by your tears
By David King
By dpmotions
Itrsquos a Wonderful Life (1946)
Rabbit-Proof Fence (2002)
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74trends
lsquoFacebook in particular is responsible for exacerbating unspoken competitivenessrsquo
By Dirkje Bakker-Pierre
Trends in the food industry are moving faster than lightning and are harder and harder to keep up with When you are all geared up to create your own artsy cupcakes all of a sudden cupcakes are out and macaroons are the flavour of the day
Sweat dripping and cheeks burning with stress levels going through the roof women all around the country have been toiling night and day to create just the right pimped-up cakes (completely covered in layers of pink and red marzipan tiny silver sugar balls and rose petals made from feather-light sugar) which look like they come from one of the newly popped-up cupcake shops Facebook in particular is responsible for exacerbating unspoken competitiveness due to images being posted of better looking and prettier cakes just after you posted your own in comparison pretty sad creations forcing you back into the kitchen to try again
One day itrsquos cutting out names from layers of chocolate the next itrsquos squirting curls and swirls of rainbow colours or grating organic carrots for the rather awkward lsquohealthyrsquo version the carrot cupcake
Shops have adjusted their aisles to make way for endless shelves of specialised products in all ranges of sweetness and multicoloured cuteness shapes tools mixtures and machines It is a whole world of custom products which just keeps growing and changing and you need to keep up with it all or risk being hopelessly left behind There are pink-coloured cook books workshops websites self-help groups and neglected overweight children crying for something non-sweet for once
But then after all your attempts and when you finally think you have achieved perfection before you know it you make a complete fool of yourself by serving the wrong type of sweet and colourful titbits because a new trend has already arrived That really makes you feel like a macaroon
All Caked Out
75trends
Winter solstice is an exciting time of year when we all start dreaming of more sun more light and more inspiration Continuing the gemstone theme I would like to draw your attention to the very lovely and sparkling sunstone also known as heliolite It is the official gemstone of the US state of Oregon which is a prime source for this beautiful gem The name heliolite is derived from the Greek lsquoheliosrsquo and lsquolithosrsquo which mean lsquosunrsquo and lsquostonersquo It was first discovered in Viking burial mounds but despite its long history is not found in abundance
Sunstone is metallic in appearance and comes in red orange or green colours However cleaner red sunstone is very rare and commands proper gemstone prices The stone is a composite of oligoclase feldspar which also contains hematite or goethite The presence of hematite or goethite gives the stone its ability to reflect light hence the name sunstone Sunstone is said to be an inspiration stone able to bestow freedom independence and happiness It also said to reduce fear alleviate stress and bring good luck in any game of chance This sparkly stone has a further use in healing and is believed to endow its wearers with enhanced self-healing powers Other properties
Shine
By Evelina Kvartunaite
ndash
lsquoDreaming of more sun more light and more inspirationrsquo
ndash
include stimulating the vegetative autonomic nervous system and enhancing the harmonious functioning of all the bodyrsquos organs It is also quite helpful in cases of exhaustion due to lack of sleep
The gemstone is used to treat chronic sore throats and relieves pain caused by stomach ulcers It has proved successful in alleviating Seasonal Affective Disorder (or SAD) and is also known for relieving cartilage problems rheumatism and general aches and pains Sunstone helps in dealing with depression and frees its wearers from feelings of discrimination and failure as well as from perceptions of an lsquoevil worldrsquo Sunstone increases a personrsquos sense of self-esteem and self-worth
Sunstone is particularly beneficial when used in sunshine or sunlight It brings abundance to a personrsquos life and transforms negative energy into positive energy
If you have any other helpful tips you would like to share please let me know at evelinakvartunaiteconsultancymarketmediacom
76health amp well-being
ndash
lsquoBestow freedom independence and happinessrsquo
ndash
ndash
lsquoIt has proved successful in alleviating Seasonal Affective
Disorderrsquo
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77health amp well-being
world this lsquotrickeryrsquo has moved online With todayrsquos short attention spans the potential to draw users to a website and retain them is a crucial skill which is rewarded by the revenue that can be generated based on how long a user stays on a website Link-baiting should have been foreseen since it is inevitable
Every click on a website is a revenue-generating moment in terms of advertising The amount of adverts to which you can expose an online user as they click to and through your website is the currency used to determine whether an advertising agency spends its budget on one publication over another Real journalism and insightful opinions once drove online traffic for web publications but link-baiting is now seriously derailing this approach
Most of the time the story behind the sensational link does not live up to expectations A typical example of this can be found in the online edition of the Watford Observer on Tuesday 31 July 2012 The link-bait read ldquoCameron Diaz vows to kick drug habit with help of stepdadrdquo However following the link or falling for the bait led to the underwhelming story ldquoDrug user Cameron Diaz of Broomfield Rise Abbots Langley has sworn to clean up his act with the help of his stepfatherrdquo Although the story was factually correct the intention of the publication was to trick the
One of my previous articles described how online technology publications are subverting reality by not correctly echoing the sentiments of the consuming public Part of the cause of this is that usually in a bid to counter the majority of lacklustre stories floating around they subvert reality to make it more interesting How many non-geeks really care about the advantages of modelling parallelism on serial programs with the Intelreg Advisor XE Itrsquos certainly not a typically newsworthy story
As a result an annoying phenomenon has slowly been building momentum This is now quite evident all over the internet and is destroying good journalism The phenomenon is called Link-baiting Our trustworthy source of internet knowledge describes Link-bait(ing) as anything ldquointeresting enough to catch peoplersquos attentionrdquo (httpenwikipediaorgwikiLink_bait)
Link-baiting is synonymous with the sensational cover stories used on the front of magazines to entice people walking past to pick up the magazines and delve into them As with most things from the print
No news is good news
lsquoQuite evident all over the internet and is destroying good
journalismrsquo
By Simon Owusu
technology
TechBit Sio-Bytes
78
provider in America to the tune of US$ 400 million The initial story broke on the PRWEB website and the majority of online publications regurgitated the story with no additional insights such as the implications of such a deal which real journalism would call for None of them bothered to check the sources or the credibility of the story Millions of revenue-generating clicks later the more seasoned online publications such as CNN AllThings D and CNET broke the bigger story that the press release was fake and that both Google and ICOA Wireless had denied the story In a rush to break the story the first rule of journalism was contravened lsquoAlways check your sourcesrsquo
Given the transient nature of any false news stories posted on the internet these days the story quickly disappeared from most of the offending publications and today you will be hard pressed to find any mention of this slip-up The Sentinel we like to think always brings you the truth albeit typed on an iPad Mini so donrsquot count on us to follow such faulty phenomena and trends
online user into clicking on it due to the coincidental name-sharing of the Abbots Langley Cameron Diaz with the famous American actress Every link clicked demonstrates the potential for advertisers to reach larger audiences and generate revenue for the online publications
From the same school as link-baiting comes the phenomenon of lsquofirst past the postrsquo journalism within the advertising-driven online publication world In this type of journalism emphasis is placed on being first to publish or break a news story Online publications that are first to break a news story attract a high amount of traffic (which translates into large revenues generated by advertising) since they are the only source of that particular information for a short space of time Online users have no choice but to visit that particular site if they wish to read the scoop The downside of this is that in a bid to be first to reap the advertising revenues frequently news stories are not properly checked for credibility On Monday 26 November 2012 nearly every online technology publication published the story of Google purchasing ICOA Wireless a Wi-Fi hot-spot
lsquoFrequently news stories are not properly checked for credibilityrsquo
lsquolsquoAlways check your sourcesrsquorsquo
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these people in business suits are rushing to check in their business cases Irsquom manoeuvring my 19-metre ski bag between them Strange looks and questions donrsquot surprise me anymore The looks whispers and questions Irsquove had while on trains from one place to the next or on the tram after going to the beach on my way to the indoor slope this summer On the one hand they made me feel like I was some strange creature from another planet but on the other they got me extra stoked up about what Irsquom doing
As I write this itrsquos a week after I checked in my bags and Irsquom sitting in my favourite coffee shop Cuppa Joersquos in Breckenridge Colorado Over the past five days Irsquove been getting up every morning at around 630 am and getting out at around 800am Anyone who knows me will probably raise an eyebrow at this When Irsquom working at home on my photos and stories for the White Freeski Magazine where Irsquom editor-in-chief or on freelance assignments my daily rhythm is completely the opposite But I guess thatrsquos the nice thing about jetlag
Itrsquos hard to describe the feeling of finally getting back
You know that feeling of bubbly excitement you get when you are getting ready to go and do something yoursquove been anticipating for a long long time It might be finally nailing that presentation to finish up university cooking a great dinner for friends or excitement about meeting up with someone
Getting my bags out from the basement after they had been collecting dust for the past eight months prompted those feelings to rush through my veins once again Even though I donrsquot mind being home going to the beach and rehabbing my knee and visiting friends in different countries over the summer all this has taken place in the city and Irsquove been missing the mountains terribly As Irsquom getting my bags out it makes me realise that it really is almost time for me to click into my skis again and breathe in the fresh mountain air
After packing it was finally time to get on my flight to Denver Colorado on Monday morning While all
white outBubbles of Excitement
By Ananda van Welij
Just another girl from a country without mountains addicted to snow
lsquoGo and do something yoursquove been anticipating for a long long timersquo
82sport
have ahead of me this winter Looking forward again instead of being bummed I try to focus on the bright side like I did while I was stuck at home rehabbing and walking on crutches Trying to be inspired by what I see around me and what others do and have instead of being frustrated by it
It makes me wonder about just working and meeting up with friends at home I know I have a privileged life as Irsquom sitting here but isnrsquot this something we all experience in our daily lives It can be hard to sit down let go of the frustration sadness and problems and look forward Itrsquos not always possible to do it overnight but I think that just trying makes you feel better and in the end it allows you to bubble with excitement again no matter if itrsquos for a day of skiing or for finishing that project
My new mission for this season is to stay positive and draw inspiration from the people and things around me Irsquoll let you know how Irsquom doing in three weeksrsquo time
onto my skis after being out for eight months due to a torn MCL Cruising down the hill feeling and hearing the snow crunch under my feet It might sound strange to you but to me itrsquos a special sort of magic I guess it has something to do with the dopamine your body makes while having a great rush of excitement Although Irsquom pretty tired right now and taking a day off from skiing just walking outside and knowing that I can go up the hill any moment I like makes me feel better
Being so excited to be back on the snow after an injury also has a downside It comes in the form of having to hold myself back Since my injury I havenrsquot been jumping or doing any crazy tricks Itrsquos hard seeing all my friends jump and having fun in the park knowing I really shouldnrsquot do any of that stuff yet My mind is screaming ldquoYou can do that toordquo But Irsquom scared of a repeat injury brought on by pushing myself too hard too fast I have to force myself to sit down talk to my friends and listen to their stories of having fun while being genuinely happy for them To enjoy the sun instead of freaking myself out eat some good food have a good laugh and think of all the fun trips I
lsquoExtra stoked up about what Irsquom doingrsquo
lsquoTo me itrsquos a special sort of magicrsquo
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sport
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Get advice on housing rental contracts and apartments in Amsterdam
wwwwswonennlenglish
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we are looking for
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We have reached the point of the season when the outstanding manager of the first half has his team profiled and receives a pat on the back An overall lead at Xmas more often than not means that the team has peaked during the first half of the season before going on to show signs of weakness This season unusually we have a manager who has led strongly from the very early weeks but who still has a full supply of substitutes in reserve This bodes ill for the other managers as even though he has been professionally hunted down to the point that his lead is now meagre (or even gone by the time this is published) Steven Fockema still holds all the aces given that his reserves remain intact while the chasersrsquo have been used up to varying degrees
Daft3Punks
GK Tim Krul (newcastle United) 25m ndash Out injured from the beginning of September until the end of November No proper form assessment possible so far this season and his team are in apparent gradual creep towards the relegation zone Rating 825
deF Jose enrique (Liverpool) 35m ndash At a work-in-progress team Now playing regularly as a midfielder and showing positive form Rating 85
deF daniel Agger (Liverpool) 4m ndash Still more bluster and posing than glory Rating 825
deF Winston Reid (West Ham) 1m ndash Doing New Zealand proud in the Premier League at his price West Ham may not secure a greater number of clean sheets in the second half of the season however Rating 80
deF Jan Vertonghen (Tottenham Hotspur) 45m ndash Handsome driving Belgian vanilla One of the stars of the season thus far Rating 90
mId Gareth Bale (Tottenham Hotspur) 55m ndash The most impressive individual player in the current Premier League Rating 915
mId michu (Swansea city) 2m ndash Incredible value at his price A natural goal-scorer extraordinaire who also gets around and shows versatility Rating 90
mId Yaya Toure (manchester city) 45m ndash Nowhere close to his form of the previous season even if that can change in the second half of this one Rating 850
FWd Fabio Borini (Liverpool) 3m ndash Tipped here to eventually do well but long-term injury befell him just at the time he was settling into his new team and system Rating 80
FWd olivier Giroud (Arsenal) 45m ndash Has been nudging levels above average of late Rating 850
FWd Papiss cisse (newcastle United) 5m ndash Another player showing an astonishing fall from the excellence of the final third of the previous season Newcastle United appear to need re-styling quickly Rating 825
overall rating 9340 (max 100)
The New Year will only bring fireworks given the keen match-up between FFG-CL managers
By Denson Pierre
The Gold Room
88
sport
89sport
wwwczechtourismcom
CZECH REPUBLIC - STUNNINGLY DIFFERENT
90
classifi eds
city gems4
6
city gems47
The Sentinel took up the enthusiastic invitation from the people of the annually occurring Dutch-Lithuanian art event on December 1 The Dutch aspect of the event day and night together with the displayed art was not particularly significant in this case however given that it was one of the more complete cultural cuisine musical and heartily drinking events that the recent European Union arrivalrsquos creative set could conjure with the help of their foreign desk and local culture funds A well produced and expansive programme could be sampled and lightning insight garnered into the culture and artistic impressions of a pearl of Baltic civilisation Vilnius met Amsterdam It just may be time for this e-zine to delve even deeper into Lithuania
See wwwltartnl
Iron Wolves
By Denson Pierre
art4
8
art4
9
50art
51art
52art
53art
54art
55art
56art
art57
58classifi eds
MechelenAuthentic and full of surprises Thatrsquos Mechelen Hospitable and honourable Thatrsquos the people of Mechelen Come and experience the cityrsquos urban charms for yourself Mechelen
Authentic and full of surprises Thatrsquos Mechelen Hospitable and honourable Thatrsquos the people of Mechelen Come and experience the cityrsquos urban charms for yourself
photography copy Layla Aerts
59classifieds
CafeacuteBar Review Batavia 1920
lsquoClassic bar art embraces you as you enterrsquo
cafebar review60
Batavia 1920Prins Hendrikkade 85 1012 AE Amsterdam
It is always handy to know of a wholesome cafeacutebar that ticks all the boxes even if it happens to be located at the busiest point of the old city (obliquely opposite Central Station) Over the course of the different seasons I managed to assess this fine establishment which serves as another reminder of what good honest bars are all about There is still quality available in Amsterdam
AmbianceThoughtful solid furniture easy lighting and classic bar art embraces you as you enter With a chess club professional dart board regular parties and borrels the vibe ranges daily from mellow to vibrant Rating 5
StaffregularsOn my most recent visit I had the pleasure of Elizabeth and Jamie leading the service but staff members are always experienced service is quick and drinks are de-livered with fresh smiles whoever happens to be work-ing The regulars are plentiful and the bar emanates the energy of a good professional lsquoIrishrsquo bar attracting an eclectic international mix to this super-central location It is a perfect meeting point for friends from any cardi-nal direction with the national transportation hub being literally just across the road Rating 5
Televised sportAmple flat screens and channels Rating 4
PricesIn general the prices are standard Central Amsterdam levels which is sadly typical of grand cafeacutes in this post-code area What works in Bataviarsquos favour is that it has an above-average selection of lsquoBelgian beautiesrsquo (beer) on offer Given the advised dosage having two or three should not leave you broke or broken The kitchen also has quite a strong reputation for above-average pub fare The Sunday roast dinner is especially popular and keeps folk who like that sort of thing coming back as often as they can afford it Rating 3
MusicGenuinely diverse popular and world music from a crisp-sounding digital sound system and staff members seem to have cool taste in music Rating 5
Smoking area provisionThere is a large smoking room on the lower level Sim-ple and ingenious air-conditioning allows you to spend your full upstairs session there without the sense of be-ing fumigated If you were not told about the smoking area below you would not know there was one Rating 5
Total rating 2730(Ratings from 1-5 where 1 = Very poor and 5 = Excel-lent)
By Denson Pierre
lsquoA perfect meeting point for friends from any cardinal directionrsquo
cafebar review6
1
lsquoIt has an above-average selection of lsquoBelgian beautiesrsquorsquo
cafebar review62
lsquoStaff members seem to have cool taste in musicrsquo
cafebar review63
For complete and world class tours of Prague
Packages includebull Hidden and playful Prague (for families with young children)bull Literary Praguebull Prague Architecture through the agesbull Religion and the citybull The old city at night
These are detailed tours designed for visitors who wish to explore with great detail and not suitable for simply sight-seeing tourists
Day segments and ratesPR 0800-1230hrs AG 1330-1630hrs UE 1730-2130hrsAll sessions are priced at u 25 per single adult Group size upper limit = 8 Accompanied children under the age of five are gratis and school aged children pay 25 Family package rates are negotiable
ContactJaroslav Cernosek+420 602 228 797Mail jcernosekcentrumcz
wwwyourtuliptourcom
JC Tours
64
classifieds
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star beer guide
The SentinelStar beer guide
lsquoFind the better bars serving it at the right price in the New Yearrsquo
Clever marketing and an effective pricing campaign has led to this A-class standard-bearing blonde becoming one of the most easily found lsquorealrsquo beers in Amsterdam cafeacutes and bars With its distinctive charisma and fresh fruity taste it sits just on the edge in terms of strength and only the brave and seasoned can be found using it as a session beer Prices across Amsterdam for the same Trappist-glass measure can range dramatically from euro 250 to euro 425 per glass so there is fun to be had trying to find the better bars serving it at the right price in the New Year Your search will be rewarded by this cool classic
Grimbergen Blonde is brewed by Alken-Maes Alken Belgium
By Denson Pierre
GRIMBERGEN BLONDE (67 ABV)
67star beer guide
68
classifi edsclassifi eds
BRING BACK
A substantial amount of the culture on mainland Europe revolves around platinum-standard beer of various descriptions and fl avours being easily available Amsterdam is not lacking in cafeacutes bars off licences supermarkets and online outlets stocking truly great beers available either immediately or within 24 hours With the growing popularity of high-yeast and high alcohol by volume brands how these drinks are served is a cause for concern however
Led by the Belgians and French the art of designing a glass that refl ects the individual quality of the liquid experience within is among these productsrsquo most out-standing features after their fl avour and power to in-toxicate Any beer of decent repute has its own glass in which it is intended to be served This always takes the form and size of a sensible measure to ensure a taste experience at the correct temperature and allow people to enjoy the evoked sensations before fi nding them-selves suddenly and blindingly drunk What we now often fi nd in tourist-pressed Amsterdam are these lsquoreal beersrsquo being off ered and served to ignorant punters in pint (or half-litre) measures leading to people becom-ing drunk at speed and destroying the overall aesthetic of lsquobeering itrsquo with style
The Sentinel says bring back the serving of high-alco-hol-content drinks in appropriate measures and if pos-sible in the glasses especially designed for the purpose This would be desirable for all manner of reasons not least health and safety Barkeepers can be educators too and it shouldnrsquot be too diffi cult to persuade tourists (usually German British and Irish) who represent the majority of volume drinkers in the cityrsquos more desirable watering holes It is foolish greedy and uncouth to con-sume high-alcohol beverages in such volumes and not expect to end up senselessly drunk and ultimately spoil the whole experience Volume drinkers should simply be directed to the lsquopiss waterrsquo beers of which there are many to satiate their needs and leave the quality beer tours for when they have educated themselves in the culture and manner of consumption that ensures maxi-mum pleasure and above all style
By Denson Pierre
STYLED BEER GLASSES
69amsterdam city life
We find the best most fun most typical exciting or local favourite restaurants etcetera in Amsterdam and bring them to you an easy way to feel like a local
Het Compagnie Theater Amsterdam 12122012
Recommended
70recommended
EUROGIFTSXenonweg 9 3812 SZ Amersfoort
Tel 033 - 454 35 75 - Fax 033 - 454 35 79E-mail lmproefeurogiftsnl
Website wwweurogiftsnl
FILMPROEF
ORDERNUMMER 6021022ARTIKELNUMMER 65123
Ware grootte (indien uitgeprint)Kleur opdruk Wit
Mulligans Irish Music BarAmsterdamrsquos best address for live Irish music Five (5) nights a week Check our agenda for upcoming sessions
Cafeacute KostverlorenCafeacute Kostverloren is a contemporary cafe offering the cosiness of a saloon an open kitchen and the intimacy of a living room During summer there is a large sunny terrace and during winter an open fi replace
VibesVibes is a relaxing cafecocktail bar art gallery with a large selection of coffees herbal teas homemade cakes and an amazing card of cocktails made with fresh fruit by a professional cocktail bartenderEnjoy our Italian kitchen in a cosy and friendly atmosphere
IncantoIncanto is a restaurant with a classic Italian kitchen Venetian chef Simone Ambrosin is known for his pure and simple style of cooking with feeling for nuance The wine list contains over 150 Italian wines
Planet RosePlanet Rose is the fi rst Caribbean restaurant in the Netherlands which specializes in Jamaican cuisine The menu features a daily changing selection of JamaicanCaribbean dishes and they ensure that you enjoy the whole expe-rience while dining with them
Cafe TisfrisCafe Tisfris is recognisable for its landmarks funky pillars and terrace Tisfris offers a friendly service and is a great pit stop for ldquoyummyrdquo refreshments
Cafe restaurant EdelCafe restaurant Edel is the perfect place for lunch dinner or to simply enjoy a drink Edel is a unique place in Amsterdam
Cafeacute OportoCafeacute Oporto is a traditional Amsterdam lsquobrown cafersquo Welcoming tourists and regular customers alike they offer televised sports wireless internet connection and a wide range of reasonably priced beers and spirits
Connoisseurs Delight Fun Drinking amp MusicTo Be Seen and Tasted
To Be Seen and Tasted
Fun Drinking amp Music
Connoisseurs Delight
Connoisseurs Delight
To Be Seen and Tasted
Neighbourhood cosy
Opera Prima - Patisserie Bistro TraiteurThe best place in town for lunch exquisite high teas or brunches and all of your luxury catering both private and corporate
Kinkerstraat 228 Amsterdamwwwoperaprimanl
St Antoniebreestraat 142 Amsterdamwwwtisfrisnl
Postjesweg 1 1057 DT Amsterdamwwwedelamsterdamnl
Zoutsteeg 1 1012 LX Amsterdamwwwcafeoportonethome
Amstel 100 1017 AC Amsterdamwwwmulligansnl
2e Kostverlorenkade 70 Amsterdamwwwcafekostverlorennl
Jan Pieter Heijestraat 137 Amsterdamwwwwixcomvibes137vibes
Amstel 2 Amsterdamwwwrestaurant-incantonl
Nicolaas Beetsstraat 47 Amsterdamwwwplanetroseinfo
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Answer to sentinelpostgmailcom
Where is this inAmsterdam
72spotted
Room 2cfilm
This is the one that will make you pause James Stewart one of my top ten actors of all time plays a businessman fighting to keep his life and family together while everything is crashing down around him In steps an lsquoangelrsquo to try and convince him that life is not as bad as it seems and that other people would be a lot worse off without him Probably the highest rated film Irsquove ever reviewed and one of the most Christmas-delicious I know
Could you walk 2400 kilometres while being pursued with little more than a longing to return to your homeland and mother to keep you and your dependant companions going Would you do this twice This utterly moving film highlights the true-life Australian apartheid practices of the twentieth century and the trauma it caused to native Australians The barren landscapes provide the perfect backdrop for compelling cinema-tography and its dryness will be irrigated by your tears
By David King
By dpmotions
Itrsquos a Wonderful Life (1946)
Rabbit-Proof Fence (2002)
73room2c
74trends
lsquoFacebook in particular is responsible for exacerbating unspoken competitivenessrsquo
By Dirkje Bakker-Pierre
Trends in the food industry are moving faster than lightning and are harder and harder to keep up with When you are all geared up to create your own artsy cupcakes all of a sudden cupcakes are out and macaroons are the flavour of the day
Sweat dripping and cheeks burning with stress levels going through the roof women all around the country have been toiling night and day to create just the right pimped-up cakes (completely covered in layers of pink and red marzipan tiny silver sugar balls and rose petals made from feather-light sugar) which look like they come from one of the newly popped-up cupcake shops Facebook in particular is responsible for exacerbating unspoken competitiveness due to images being posted of better looking and prettier cakes just after you posted your own in comparison pretty sad creations forcing you back into the kitchen to try again
One day itrsquos cutting out names from layers of chocolate the next itrsquos squirting curls and swirls of rainbow colours or grating organic carrots for the rather awkward lsquohealthyrsquo version the carrot cupcake
Shops have adjusted their aisles to make way for endless shelves of specialised products in all ranges of sweetness and multicoloured cuteness shapes tools mixtures and machines It is a whole world of custom products which just keeps growing and changing and you need to keep up with it all or risk being hopelessly left behind There are pink-coloured cook books workshops websites self-help groups and neglected overweight children crying for something non-sweet for once
But then after all your attempts and when you finally think you have achieved perfection before you know it you make a complete fool of yourself by serving the wrong type of sweet and colourful titbits because a new trend has already arrived That really makes you feel like a macaroon
All Caked Out
75trends
Winter solstice is an exciting time of year when we all start dreaming of more sun more light and more inspiration Continuing the gemstone theme I would like to draw your attention to the very lovely and sparkling sunstone also known as heliolite It is the official gemstone of the US state of Oregon which is a prime source for this beautiful gem The name heliolite is derived from the Greek lsquoheliosrsquo and lsquolithosrsquo which mean lsquosunrsquo and lsquostonersquo It was first discovered in Viking burial mounds but despite its long history is not found in abundance
Sunstone is metallic in appearance and comes in red orange or green colours However cleaner red sunstone is very rare and commands proper gemstone prices The stone is a composite of oligoclase feldspar which also contains hematite or goethite The presence of hematite or goethite gives the stone its ability to reflect light hence the name sunstone Sunstone is said to be an inspiration stone able to bestow freedom independence and happiness It also said to reduce fear alleviate stress and bring good luck in any game of chance This sparkly stone has a further use in healing and is believed to endow its wearers with enhanced self-healing powers Other properties
Shine
By Evelina Kvartunaite
ndash
lsquoDreaming of more sun more light and more inspirationrsquo
ndash
include stimulating the vegetative autonomic nervous system and enhancing the harmonious functioning of all the bodyrsquos organs It is also quite helpful in cases of exhaustion due to lack of sleep
The gemstone is used to treat chronic sore throats and relieves pain caused by stomach ulcers It has proved successful in alleviating Seasonal Affective Disorder (or SAD) and is also known for relieving cartilage problems rheumatism and general aches and pains Sunstone helps in dealing with depression and frees its wearers from feelings of discrimination and failure as well as from perceptions of an lsquoevil worldrsquo Sunstone increases a personrsquos sense of self-esteem and self-worth
Sunstone is particularly beneficial when used in sunshine or sunlight It brings abundance to a personrsquos life and transforms negative energy into positive energy
If you have any other helpful tips you would like to share please let me know at evelinakvartunaiteconsultancymarketmediacom
76health amp well-being
ndash
lsquoBestow freedom independence and happinessrsquo
ndash
ndash
lsquoIt has proved successful in alleviating Seasonal Affective
Disorderrsquo
ndash
77health amp well-being
world this lsquotrickeryrsquo has moved online With todayrsquos short attention spans the potential to draw users to a website and retain them is a crucial skill which is rewarded by the revenue that can be generated based on how long a user stays on a website Link-baiting should have been foreseen since it is inevitable
Every click on a website is a revenue-generating moment in terms of advertising The amount of adverts to which you can expose an online user as they click to and through your website is the currency used to determine whether an advertising agency spends its budget on one publication over another Real journalism and insightful opinions once drove online traffic for web publications but link-baiting is now seriously derailing this approach
Most of the time the story behind the sensational link does not live up to expectations A typical example of this can be found in the online edition of the Watford Observer on Tuesday 31 July 2012 The link-bait read ldquoCameron Diaz vows to kick drug habit with help of stepdadrdquo However following the link or falling for the bait led to the underwhelming story ldquoDrug user Cameron Diaz of Broomfield Rise Abbots Langley has sworn to clean up his act with the help of his stepfatherrdquo Although the story was factually correct the intention of the publication was to trick the
One of my previous articles described how online technology publications are subverting reality by not correctly echoing the sentiments of the consuming public Part of the cause of this is that usually in a bid to counter the majority of lacklustre stories floating around they subvert reality to make it more interesting How many non-geeks really care about the advantages of modelling parallelism on serial programs with the Intelreg Advisor XE Itrsquos certainly not a typically newsworthy story
As a result an annoying phenomenon has slowly been building momentum This is now quite evident all over the internet and is destroying good journalism The phenomenon is called Link-baiting Our trustworthy source of internet knowledge describes Link-bait(ing) as anything ldquointeresting enough to catch peoplersquos attentionrdquo (httpenwikipediaorgwikiLink_bait)
Link-baiting is synonymous with the sensational cover stories used on the front of magazines to entice people walking past to pick up the magazines and delve into them As with most things from the print
No news is good news
lsquoQuite evident all over the internet and is destroying good
journalismrsquo
By Simon Owusu
technology
TechBit Sio-Bytes
78
provider in America to the tune of US$ 400 million The initial story broke on the PRWEB website and the majority of online publications regurgitated the story with no additional insights such as the implications of such a deal which real journalism would call for None of them bothered to check the sources or the credibility of the story Millions of revenue-generating clicks later the more seasoned online publications such as CNN AllThings D and CNET broke the bigger story that the press release was fake and that both Google and ICOA Wireless had denied the story In a rush to break the story the first rule of journalism was contravened lsquoAlways check your sourcesrsquo
Given the transient nature of any false news stories posted on the internet these days the story quickly disappeared from most of the offending publications and today you will be hard pressed to find any mention of this slip-up The Sentinel we like to think always brings you the truth albeit typed on an iPad Mini so donrsquot count on us to follow such faulty phenomena and trends
online user into clicking on it due to the coincidental name-sharing of the Abbots Langley Cameron Diaz with the famous American actress Every link clicked demonstrates the potential for advertisers to reach larger audiences and generate revenue for the online publications
From the same school as link-baiting comes the phenomenon of lsquofirst past the postrsquo journalism within the advertising-driven online publication world In this type of journalism emphasis is placed on being first to publish or break a news story Online publications that are first to break a news story attract a high amount of traffic (which translates into large revenues generated by advertising) since they are the only source of that particular information for a short space of time Online users have no choice but to visit that particular site if they wish to read the scoop The downside of this is that in a bid to be first to reap the advertising revenues frequently news stories are not properly checked for credibility On Monday 26 November 2012 nearly every online technology publication published the story of Google purchasing ICOA Wireless a Wi-Fi hot-spot
lsquoFrequently news stories are not properly checked for credibilityrsquo
lsquolsquoAlways check your sourcesrsquorsquo
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these people in business suits are rushing to check in their business cases Irsquom manoeuvring my 19-metre ski bag between them Strange looks and questions donrsquot surprise me anymore The looks whispers and questions Irsquove had while on trains from one place to the next or on the tram after going to the beach on my way to the indoor slope this summer On the one hand they made me feel like I was some strange creature from another planet but on the other they got me extra stoked up about what Irsquom doing
As I write this itrsquos a week after I checked in my bags and Irsquom sitting in my favourite coffee shop Cuppa Joersquos in Breckenridge Colorado Over the past five days Irsquove been getting up every morning at around 630 am and getting out at around 800am Anyone who knows me will probably raise an eyebrow at this When Irsquom working at home on my photos and stories for the White Freeski Magazine where Irsquom editor-in-chief or on freelance assignments my daily rhythm is completely the opposite But I guess thatrsquos the nice thing about jetlag
Itrsquos hard to describe the feeling of finally getting back
You know that feeling of bubbly excitement you get when you are getting ready to go and do something yoursquove been anticipating for a long long time It might be finally nailing that presentation to finish up university cooking a great dinner for friends or excitement about meeting up with someone
Getting my bags out from the basement after they had been collecting dust for the past eight months prompted those feelings to rush through my veins once again Even though I donrsquot mind being home going to the beach and rehabbing my knee and visiting friends in different countries over the summer all this has taken place in the city and Irsquove been missing the mountains terribly As Irsquom getting my bags out it makes me realise that it really is almost time for me to click into my skis again and breathe in the fresh mountain air
After packing it was finally time to get on my flight to Denver Colorado on Monday morning While all
white outBubbles of Excitement
By Ananda van Welij
Just another girl from a country without mountains addicted to snow
lsquoGo and do something yoursquove been anticipating for a long long timersquo
82sport
have ahead of me this winter Looking forward again instead of being bummed I try to focus on the bright side like I did while I was stuck at home rehabbing and walking on crutches Trying to be inspired by what I see around me and what others do and have instead of being frustrated by it
It makes me wonder about just working and meeting up with friends at home I know I have a privileged life as Irsquom sitting here but isnrsquot this something we all experience in our daily lives It can be hard to sit down let go of the frustration sadness and problems and look forward Itrsquos not always possible to do it overnight but I think that just trying makes you feel better and in the end it allows you to bubble with excitement again no matter if itrsquos for a day of skiing or for finishing that project
My new mission for this season is to stay positive and draw inspiration from the people and things around me Irsquoll let you know how Irsquom doing in three weeksrsquo time
onto my skis after being out for eight months due to a torn MCL Cruising down the hill feeling and hearing the snow crunch under my feet It might sound strange to you but to me itrsquos a special sort of magic I guess it has something to do with the dopamine your body makes while having a great rush of excitement Although Irsquom pretty tired right now and taking a day off from skiing just walking outside and knowing that I can go up the hill any moment I like makes me feel better
Being so excited to be back on the snow after an injury also has a downside It comes in the form of having to hold myself back Since my injury I havenrsquot been jumping or doing any crazy tricks Itrsquos hard seeing all my friends jump and having fun in the park knowing I really shouldnrsquot do any of that stuff yet My mind is screaming ldquoYou can do that toordquo But Irsquom scared of a repeat injury brought on by pushing myself too hard too fast I have to force myself to sit down talk to my friends and listen to their stories of having fun while being genuinely happy for them To enjoy the sun instead of freaking myself out eat some good food have a good laugh and think of all the fun trips I
lsquoExtra stoked up about what Irsquom doingrsquo
lsquoTo me itrsquos a special sort of magicrsquo
83sport
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sport
sport85
sport
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We have reached the point of the season when the outstanding manager of the first half has his team profiled and receives a pat on the back An overall lead at Xmas more often than not means that the team has peaked during the first half of the season before going on to show signs of weakness This season unusually we have a manager who has led strongly from the very early weeks but who still has a full supply of substitutes in reserve This bodes ill for the other managers as even though he has been professionally hunted down to the point that his lead is now meagre (or even gone by the time this is published) Steven Fockema still holds all the aces given that his reserves remain intact while the chasersrsquo have been used up to varying degrees
Daft3Punks
GK Tim Krul (newcastle United) 25m ndash Out injured from the beginning of September until the end of November No proper form assessment possible so far this season and his team are in apparent gradual creep towards the relegation zone Rating 825
deF Jose enrique (Liverpool) 35m ndash At a work-in-progress team Now playing regularly as a midfielder and showing positive form Rating 85
deF daniel Agger (Liverpool) 4m ndash Still more bluster and posing than glory Rating 825
deF Winston Reid (West Ham) 1m ndash Doing New Zealand proud in the Premier League at his price West Ham may not secure a greater number of clean sheets in the second half of the season however Rating 80
deF Jan Vertonghen (Tottenham Hotspur) 45m ndash Handsome driving Belgian vanilla One of the stars of the season thus far Rating 90
mId Gareth Bale (Tottenham Hotspur) 55m ndash The most impressive individual player in the current Premier League Rating 915
mId michu (Swansea city) 2m ndash Incredible value at his price A natural goal-scorer extraordinaire who also gets around and shows versatility Rating 90
mId Yaya Toure (manchester city) 45m ndash Nowhere close to his form of the previous season even if that can change in the second half of this one Rating 850
FWd Fabio Borini (Liverpool) 3m ndash Tipped here to eventually do well but long-term injury befell him just at the time he was settling into his new team and system Rating 80
FWd olivier Giroud (Arsenal) 45m ndash Has been nudging levels above average of late Rating 850
FWd Papiss cisse (newcastle United) 5m ndash Another player showing an astonishing fall from the excellence of the final third of the previous season Newcastle United appear to need re-styling quickly Rating 825
overall rating 9340 (max 100)
The New Year will only bring fireworks given the keen match-up between FFG-CL managers
By Denson Pierre
The Gold Room
88
sport
89sport
wwwczechtourismcom
CZECH REPUBLIC - STUNNINGLY DIFFERENT
90
classifi eds
city gems47
The Sentinel took up the enthusiastic invitation from the people of the annually occurring Dutch-Lithuanian art event on December 1 The Dutch aspect of the event day and night together with the displayed art was not particularly significant in this case however given that it was one of the more complete cultural cuisine musical and heartily drinking events that the recent European Union arrivalrsquos creative set could conjure with the help of their foreign desk and local culture funds A well produced and expansive programme could be sampled and lightning insight garnered into the culture and artistic impressions of a pearl of Baltic civilisation Vilnius met Amsterdam It just may be time for this e-zine to delve even deeper into Lithuania
See wwwltartnl
Iron Wolves
By Denson Pierre
art4
8
art4
9
50art
51art
52art
53art
54art
55art
56art
art57
58classifi eds
MechelenAuthentic and full of surprises Thatrsquos Mechelen Hospitable and honourable Thatrsquos the people of Mechelen Come and experience the cityrsquos urban charms for yourself Mechelen
Authentic and full of surprises Thatrsquos Mechelen Hospitable and honourable Thatrsquos the people of Mechelen Come and experience the cityrsquos urban charms for yourself
photography copy Layla Aerts
59classifieds
CafeacuteBar Review Batavia 1920
lsquoClassic bar art embraces you as you enterrsquo
cafebar review60
Batavia 1920Prins Hendrikkade 85 1012 AE Amsterdam
It is always handy to know of a wholesome cafeacutebar that ticks all the boxes even if it happens to be located at the busiest point of the old city (obliquely opposite Central Station) Over the course of the different seasons I managed to assess this fine establishment which serves as another reminder of what good honest bars are all about There is still quality available in Amsterdam
AmbianceThoughtful solid furniture easy lighting and classic bar art embraces you as you enter With a chess club professional dart board regular parties and borrels the vibe ranges daily from mellow to vibrant Rating 5
StaffregularsOn my most recent visit I had the pleasure of Elizabeth and Jamie leading the service but staff members are always experienced service is quick and drinks are de-livered with fresh smiles whoever happens to be work-ing The regulars are plentiful and the bar emanates the energy of a good professional lsquoIrishrsquo bar attracting an eclectic international mix to this super-central location It is a perfect meeting point for friends from any cardi-nal direction with the national transportation hub being literally just across the road Rating 5
Televised sportAmple flat screens and channels Rating 4
PricesIn general the prices are standard Central Amsterdam levels which is sadly typical of grand cafeacutes in this post-code area What works in Bataviarsquos favour is that it has an above-average selection of lsquoBelgian beautiesrsquo (beer) on offer Given the advised dosage having two or three should not leave you broke or broken The kitchen also has quite a strong reputation for above-average pub fare The Sunday roast dinner is especially popular and keeps folk who like that sort of thing coming back as often as they can afford it Rating 3
MusicGenuinely diverse popular and world music from a crisp-sounding digital sound system and staff members seem to have cool taste in music Rating 5
Smoking area provisionThere is a large smoking room on the lower level Sim-ple and ingenious air-conditioning allows you to spend your full upstairs session there without the sense of be-ing fumigated If you were not told about the smoking area below you would not know there was one Rating 5
Total rating 2730(Ratings from 1-5 where 1 = Very poor and 5 = Excel-lent)
By Denson Pierre
lsquoA perfect meeting point for friends from any cardinal directionrsquo
cafebar review6
1
lsquoIt has an above-average selection of lsquoBelgian beautiesrsquorsquo
cafebar review62
lsquoStaff members seem to have cool taste in musicrsquo
cafebar review63
For complete and world class tours of Prague
Packages includebull Hidden and playful Prague (for families with young children)bull Literary Praguebull Prague Architecture through the agesbull Religion and the citybull The old city at night
These are detailed tours designed for visitors who wish to explore with great detail and not suitable for simply sight-seeing tourists
Day segments and ratesPR 0800-1230hrs AG 1330-1630hrs UE 1730-2130hrsAll sessions are priced at u 25 per single adult Group size upper limit = 8 Accompanied children under the age of five are gratis and school aged children pay 25 Family package rates are negotiable
ContactJaroslav Cernosek+420 602 228 797Mail jcernosekcentrumcz
wwwyourtuliptourcom
JC Tours
64
classifieds
65classifieds
66
star beer guide
The SentinelStar beer guide
lsquoFind the better bars serving it at the right price in the New Yearrsquo
Clever marketing and an effective pricing campaign has led to this A-class standard-bearing blonde becoming one of the most easily found lsquorealrsquo beers in Amsterdam cafeacutes and bars With its distinctive charisma and fresh fruity taste it sits just on the edge in terms of strength and only the brave and seasoned can be found using it as a session beer Prices across Amsterdam for the same Trappist-glass measure can range dramatically from euro 250 to euro 425 per glass so there is fun to be had trying to find the better bars serving it at the right price in the New Year Your search will be rewarded by this cool classic
Grimbergen Blonde is brewed by Alken-Maes Alken Belgium
By Denson Pierre
GRIMBERGEN BLONDE (67 ABV)
67star beer guide
68
classifi edsclassifi eds
BRING BACK
A substantial amount of the culture on mainland Europe revolves around platinum-standard beer of various descriptions and fl avours being easily available Amsterdam is not lacking in cafeacutes bars off licences supermarkets and online outlets stocking truly great beers available either immediately or within 24 hours With the growing popularity of high-yeast and high alcohol by volume brands how these drinks are served is a cause for concern however
Led by the Belgians and French the art of designing a glass that refl ects the individual quality of the liquid experience within is among these productsrsquo most out-standing features after their fl avour and power to in-toxicate Any beer of decent repute has its own glass in which it is intended to be served This always takes the form and size of a sensible measure to ensure a taste experience at the correct temperature and allow people to enjoy the evoked sensations before fi nding them-selves suddenly and blindingly drunk What we now often fi nd in tourist-pressed Amsterdam are these lsquoreal beersrsquo being off ered and served to ignorant punters in pint (or half-litre) measures leading to people becom-ing drunk at speed and destroying the overall aesthetic of lsquobeering itrsquo with style
The Sentinel says bring back the serving of high-alco-hol-content drinks in appropriate measures and if pos-sible in the glasses especially designed for the purpose This would be desirable for all manner of reasons not least health and safety Barkeepers can be educators too and it shouldnrsquot be too diffi cult to persuade tourists (usually German British and Irish) who represent the majority of volume drinkers in the cityrsquos more desirable watering holes It is foolish greedy and uncouth to con-sume high-alcohol beverages in such volumes and not expect to end up senselessly drunk and ultimately spoil the whole experience Volume drinkers should simply be directed to the lsquopiss waterrsquo beers of which there are many to satiate their needs and leave the quality beer tours for when they have educated themselves in the culture and manner of consumption that ensures maxi-mum pleasure and above all style
By Denson Pierre
STYLED BEER GLASSES
69amsterdam city life
We find the best most fun most typical exciting or local favourite restaurants etcetera in Amsterdam and bring them to you an easy way to feel like a local
Het Compagnie Theater Amsterdam 12122012
Recommended
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EUROGIFTSXenonweg 9 3812 SZ Amersfoort
Tel 033 - 454 35 75 - Fax 033 - 454 35 79E-mail lmproefeurogiftsnl
Website wwweurogiftsnl
FILMPROEF
ORDERNUMMER 6021022ARTIKELNUMMER 65123
Ware grootte (indien uitgeprint)Kleur opdruk Wit
Mulligans Irish Music BarAmsterdamrsquos best address for live Irish music Five (5) nights a week Check our agenda for upcoming sessions
Cafeacute KostverlorenCafeacute Kostverloren is a contemporary cafe offering the cosiness of a saloon an open kitchen and the intimacy of a living room During summer there is a large sunny terrace and during winter an open fi replace
VibesVibes is a relaxing cafecocktail bar art gallery with a large selection of coffees herbal teas homemade cakes and an amazing card of cocktails made with fresh fruit by a professional cocktail bartenderEnjoy our Italian kitchen in a cosy and friendly atmosphere
IncantoIncanto is a restaurant with a classic Italian kitchen Venetian chef Simone Ambrosin is known for his pure and simple style of cooking with feeling for nuance The wine list contains over 150 Italian wines
Planet RosePlanet Rose is the fi rst Caribbean restaurant in the Netherlands which specializes in Jamaican cuisine The menu features a daily changing selection of JamaicanCaribbean dishes and they ensure that you enjoy the whole expe-rience while dining with them
Cafe TisfrisCafe Tisfris is recognisable for its landmarks funky pillars and terrace Tisfris offers a friendly service and is a great pit stop for ldquoyummyrdquo refreshments
Cafe restaurant EdelCafe restaurant Edel is the perfect place for lunch dinner or to simply enjoy a drink Edel is a unique place in Amsterdam
Cafeacute OportoCafeacute Oporto is a traditional Amsterdam lsquobrown cafersquo Welcoming tourists and regular customers alike they offer televised sports wireless internet connection and a wide range of reasonably priced beers and spirits
Connoisseurs Delight Fun Drinking amp MusicTo Be Seen and Tasted
To Be Seen and Tasted
Fun Drinking amp Music
Connoisseurs Delight
Connoisseurs Delight
To Be Seen and Tasted
Neighbourhood cosy
Opera Prima - Patisserie Bistro TraiteurThe best place in town for lunch exquisite high teas or brunches and all of your luxury catering both private and corporate
Kinkerstraat 228 Amsterdamwwwoperaprimanl
St Antoniebreestraat 142 Amsterdamwwwtisfrisnl
Postjesweg 1 1057 DT Amsterdamwwwedelamsterdamnl
Zoutsteeg 1 1012 LX Amsterdamwwwcafeoportonethome
Amstel 100 1017 AC Amsterdamwwwmulligansnl
2e Kostverlorenkade 70 Amsterdamwwwcafekostverlorennl
Jan Pieter Heijestraat 137 Amsterdamwwwwixcomvibes137vibes
Amstel 2 Amsterdamwwwrestaurant-incantonl
Nicolaas Beetsstraat 47 Amsterdamwwwplanetroseinfo
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Room 2cfilm
This is the one that will make you pause James Stewart one of my top ten actors of all time plays a businessman fighting to keep his life and family together while everything is crashing down around him In steps an lsquoangelrsquo to try and convince him that life is not as bad as it seems and that other people would be a lot worse off without him Probably the highest rated film Irsquove ever reviewed and one of the most Christmas-delicious I know
Could you walk 2400 kilometres while being pursued with little more than a longing to return to your homeland and mother to keep you and your dependant companions going Would you do this twice This utterly moving film highlights the true-life Australian apartheid practices of the twentieth century and the trauma it caused to native Australians The barren landscapes provide the perfect backdrop for compelling cinema-tography and its dryness will be irrigated by your tears
By David King
By dpmotions
Itrsquos a Wonderful Life (1946)
Rabbit-Proof Fence (2002)
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74trends
lsquoFacebook in particular is responsible for exacerbating unspoken competitivenessrsquo
By Dirkje Bakker-Pierre
Trends in the food industry are moving faster than lightning and are harder and harder to keep up with When you are all geared up to create your own artsy cupcakes all of a sudden cupcakes are out and macaroons are the flavour of the day
Sweat dripping and cheeks burning with stress levels going through the roof women all around the country have been toiling night and day to create just the right pimped-up cakes (completely covered in layers of pink and red marzipan tiny silver sugar balls and rose petals made from feather-light sugar) which look like they come from one of the newly popped-up cupcake shops Facebook in particular is responsible for exacerbating unspoken competitiveness due to images being posted of better looking and prettier cakes just after you posted your own in comparison pretty sad creations forcing you back into the kitchen to try again
One day itrsquos cutting out names from layers of chocolate the next itrsquos squirting curls and swirls of rainbow colours or grating organic carrots for the rather awkward lsquohealthyrsquo version the carrot cupcake
Shops have adjusted their aisles to make way for endless shelves of specialised products in all ranges of sweetness and multicoloured cuteness shapes tools mixtures and machines It is a whole world of custom products which just keeps growing and changing and you need to keep up with it all or risk being hopelessly left behind There are pink-coloured cook books workshops websites self-help groups and neglected overweight children crying for something non-sweet for once
But then after all your attempts and when you finally think you have achieved perfection before you know it you make a complete fool of yourself by serving the wrong type of sweet and colourful titbits because a new trend has already arrived That really makes you feel like a macaroon
All Caked Out
75trends
Winter solstice is an exciting time of year when we all start dreaming of more sun more light and more inspiration Continuing the gemstone theme I would like to draw your attention to the very lovely and sparkling sunstone also known as heliolite It is the official gemstone of the US state of Oregon which is a prime source for this beautiful gem The name heliolite is derived from the Greek lsquoheliosrsquo and lsquolithosrsquo which mean lsquosunrsquo and lsquostonersquo It was first discovered in Viking burial mounds but despite its long history is not found in abundance
Sunstone is metallic in appearance and comes in red orange or green colours However cleaner red sunstone is very rare and commands proper gemstone prices The stone is a composite of oligoclase feldspar which also contains hematite or goethite The presence of hematite or goethite gives the stone its ability to reflect light hence the name sunstone Sunstone is said to be an inspiration stone able to bestow freedom independence and happiness It also said to reduce fear alleviate stress and bring good luck in any game of chance This sparkly stone has a further use in healing and is believed to endow its wearers with enhanced self-healing powers Other properties
Shine
By Evelina Kvartunaite
ndash
lsquoDreaming of more sun more light and more inspirationrsquo
ndash
include stimulating the vegetative autonomic nervous system and enhancing the harmonious functioning of all the bodyrsquos organs It is also quite helpful in cases of exhaustion due to lack of sleep
The gemstone is used to treat chronic sore throats and relieves pain caused by stomach ulcers It has proved successful in alleviating Seasonal Affective Disorder (or SAD) and is also known for relieving cartilage problems rheumatism and general aches and pains Sunstone helps in dealing with depression and frees its wearers from feelings of discrimination and failure as well as from perceptions of an lsquoevil worldrsquo Sunstone increases a personrsquos sense of self-esteem and self-worth
Sunstone is particularly beneficial when used in sunshine or sunlight It brings abundance to a personrsquos life and transforms negative energy into positive energy
If you have any other helpful tips you would like to share please let me know at evelinakvartunaiteconsultancymarketmediacom
76health amp well-being
ndash
lsquoBestow freedom independence and happinessrsquo
ndash
ndash
lsquoIt has proved successful in alleviating Seasonal Affective
Disorderrsquo
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77health amp well-being
world this lsquotrickeryrsquo has moved online With todayrsquos short attention spans the potential to draw users to a website and retain them is a crucial skill which is rewarded by the revenue that can be generated based on how long a user stays on a website Link-baiting should have been foreseen since it is inevitable
Every click on a website is a revenue-generating moment in terms of advertising The amount of adverts to which you can expose an online user as they click to and through your website is the currency used to determine whether an advertising agency spends its budget on one publication over another Real journalism and insightful opinions once drove online traffic for web publications but link-baiting is now seriously derailing this approach
Most of the time the story behind the sensational link does not live up to expectations A typical example of this can be found in the online edition of the Watford Observer on Tuesday 31 July 2012 The link-bait read ldquoCameron Diaz vows to kick drug habit with help of stepdadrdquo However following the link or falling for the bait led to the underwhelming story ldquoDrug user Cameron Diaz of Broomfield Rise Abbots Langley has sworn to clean up his act with the help of his stepfatherrdquo Although the story was factually correct the intention of the publication was to trick the
One of my previous articles described how online technology publications are subverting reality by not correctly echoing the sentiments of the consuming public Part of the cause of this is that usually in a bid to counter the majority of lacklustre stories floating around they subvert reality to make it more interesting How many non-geeks really care about the advantages of modelling parallelism on serial programs with the Intelreg Advisor XE Itrsquos certainly not a typically newsworthy story
As a result an annoying phenomenon has slowly been building momentum This is now quite evident all over the internet and is destroying good journalism The phenomenon is called Link-baiting Our trustworthy source of internet knowledge describes Link-bait(ing) as anything ldquointeresting enough to catch peoplersquos attentionrdquo (httpenwikipediaorgwikiLink_bait)
Link-baiting is synonymous with the sensational cover stories used on the front of magazines to entice people walking past to pick up the magazines and delve into them As with most things from the print
No news is good news
lsquoQuite evident all over the internet and is destroying good
journalismrsquo
By Simon Owusu
technology
TechBit Sio-Bytes
78
provider in America to the tune of US$ 400 million The initial story broke on the PRWEB website and the majority of online publications regurgitated the story with no additional insights such as the implications of such a deal which real journalism would call for None of them bothered to check the sources or the credibility of the story Millions of revenue-generating clicks later the more seasoned online publications such as CNN AllThings D and CNET broke the bigger story that the press release was fake and that both Google and ICOA Wireless had denied the story In a rush to break the story the first rule of journalism was contravened lsquoAlways check your sourcesrsquo
Given the transient nature of any false news stories posted on the internet these days the story quickly disappeared from most of the offending publications and today you will be hard pressed to find any mention of this slip-up The Sentinel we like to think always brings you the truth albeit typed on an iPad Mini so donrsquot count on us to follow such faulty phenomena and trends
online user into clicking on it due to the coincidental name-sharing of the Abbots Langley Cameron Diaz with the famous American actress Every link clicked demonstrates the potential for advertisers to reach larger audiences and generate revenue for the online publications
From the same school as link-baiting comes the phenomenon of lsquofirst past the postrsquo journalism within the advertising-driven online publication world In this type of journalism emphasis is placed on being first to publish or break a news story Online publications that are first to break a news story attract a high amount of traffic (which translates into large revenues generated by advertising) since they are the only source of that particular information for a short space of time Online users have no choice but to visit that particular site if they wish to read the scoop The downside of this is that in a bid to be first to reap the advertising revenues frequently news stories are not properly checked for credibility On Monday 26 November 2012 nearly every online technology publication published the story of Google purchasing ICOA Wireless a Wi-Fi hot-spot
lsquoFrequently news stories are not properly checked for credibilityrsquo
lsquolsquoAlways check your sourcesrsquorsquo
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these people in business suits are rushing to check in their business cases Irsquom manoeuvring my 19-metre ski bag between them Strange looks and questions donrsquot surprise me anymore The looks whispers and questions Irsquove had while on trains from one place to the next or on the tram after going to the beach on my way to the indoor slope this summer On the one hand they made me feel like I was some strange creature from another planet but on the other they got me extra stoked up about what Irsquom doing
As I write this itrsquos a week after I checked in my bags and Irsquom sitting in my favourite coffee shop Cuppa Joersquos in Breckenridge Colorado Over the past five days Irsquove been getting up every morning at around 630 am and getting out at around 800am Anyone who knows me will probably raise an eyebrow at this When Irsquom working at home on my photos and stories for the White Freeski Magazine where Irsquom editor-in-chief or on freelance assignments my daily rhythm is completely the opposite But I guess thatrsquos the nice thing about jetlag
Itrsquos hard to describe the feeling of finally getting back
You know that feeling of bubbly excitement you get when you are getting ready to go and do something yoursquove been anticipating for a long long time It might be finally nailing that presentation to finish up university cooking a great dinner for friends or excitement about meeting up with someone
Getting my bags out from the basement after they had been collecting dust for the past eight months prompted those feelings to rush through my veins once again Even though I donrsquot mind being home going to the beach and rehabbing my knee and visiting friends in different countries over the summer all this has taken place in the city and Irsquove been missing the mountains terribly As Irsquom getting my bags out it makes me realise that it really is almost time for me to click into my skis again and breathe in the fresh mountain air
After packing it was finally time to get on my flight to Denver Colorado on Monday morning While all
white outBubbles of Excitement
By Ananda van Welij
Just another girl from a country without mountains addicted to snow
lsquoGo and do something yoursquove been anticipating for a long long timersquo
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have ahead of me this winter Looking forward again instead of being bummed I try to focus on the bright side like I did while I was stuck at home rehabbing and walking on crutches Trying to be inspired by what I see around me and what others do and have instead of being frustrated by it
It makes me wonder about just working and meeting up with friends at home I know I have a privileged life as Irsquom sitting here but isnrsquot this something we all experience in our daily lives It can be hard to sit down let go of the frustration sadness and problems and look forward Itrsquos not always possible to do it overnight but I think that just trying makes you feel better and in the end it allows you to bubble with excitement again no matter if itrsquos for a day of skiing or for finishing that project
My new mission for this season is to stay positive and draw inspiration from the people and things around me Irsquoll let you know how Irsquom doing in three weeksrsquo time
onto my skis after being out for eight months due to a torn MCL Cruising down the hill feeling and hearing the snow crunch under my feet It might sound strange to you but to me itrsquos a special sort of magic I guess it has something to do with the dopamine your body makes while having a great rush of excitement Although Irsquom pretty tired right now and taking a day off from skiing just walking outside and knowing that I can go up the hill any moment I like makes me feel better
Being so excited to be back on the snow after an injury also has a downside It comes in the form of having to hold myself back Since my injury I havenrsquot been jumping or doing any crazy tricks Itrsquos hard seeing all my friends jump and having fun in the park knowing I really shouldnrsquot do any of that stuff yet My mind is screaming ldquoYou can do that toordquo But Irsquom scared of a repeat injury brought on by pushing myself too hard too fast I have to force myself to sit down talk to my friends and listen to their stories of having fun while being genuinely happy for them To enjoy the sun instead of freaking myself out eat some good food have a good laugh and think of all the fun trips I
lsquoExtra stoked up about what Irsquom doingrsquo
lsquoTo me itrsquos a special sort of magicrsquo
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We have reached the point of the season when the outstanding manager of the first half has his team profiled and receives a pat on the back An overall lead at Xmas more often than not means that the team has peaked during the first half of the season before going on to show signs of weakness This season unusually we have a manager who has led strongly from the very early weeks but who still has a full supply of substitutes in reserve This bodes ill for the other managers as even though he has been professionally hunted down to the point that his lead is now meagre (or even gone by the time this is published) Steven Fockema still holds all the aces given that his reserves remain intact while the chasersrsquo have been used up to varying degrees
Daft3Punks
GK Tim Krul (newcastle United) 25m ndash Out injured from the beginning of September until the end of November No proper form assessment possible so far this season and his team are in apparent gradual creep towards the relegation zone Rating 825
deF Jose enrique (Liverpool) 35m ndash At a work-in-progress team Now playing regularly as a midfielder and showing positive form Rating 85
deF daniel Agger (Liverpool) 4m ndash Still more bluster and posing than glory Rating 825
deF Winston Reid (West Ham) 1m ndash Doing New Zealand proud in the Premier League at his price West Ham may not secure a greater number of clean sheets in the second half of the season however Rating 80
deF Jan Vertonghen (Tottenham Hotspur) 45m ndash Handsome driving Belgian vanilla One of the stars of the season thus far Rating 90
mId Gareth Bale (Tottenham Hotspur) 55m ndash The most impressive individual player in the current Premier League Rating 915
mId michu (Swansea city) 2m ndash Incredible value at his price A natural goal-scorer extraordinaire who also gets around and shows versatility Rating 90
mId Yaya Toure (manchester city) 45m ndash Nowhere close to his form of the previous season even if that can change in the second half of this one Rating 850
FWd Fabio Borini (Liverpool) 3m ndash Tipped here to eventually do well but long-term injury befell him just at the time he was settling into his new team and system Rating 80
FWd olivier Giroud (Arsenal) 45m ndash Has been nudging levels above average of late Rating 850
FWd Papiss cisse (newcastle United) 5m ndash Another player showing an astonishing fall from the excellence of the final third of the previous season Newcastle United appear to need re-styling quickly Rating 825
overall rating 9340 (max 100)
The New Year will only bring fireworks given the keen match-up between FFG-CL managers
By Denson Pierre
The Gold Room
88
sport
89sport
wwwczechtourismcom
CZECH REPUBLIC - STUNNINGLY DIFFERENT
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The Sentinel took up the enthusiastic invitation from the people of the annually occurring Dutch-Lithuanian art event on December 1 The Dutch aspect of the event day and night together with the displayed art was not particularly significant in this case however given that it was one of the more complete cultural cuisine musical and heartily drinking events that the recent European Union arrivalrsquos creative set could conjure with the help of their foreign desk and local culture funds A well produced and expansive programme could be sampled and lightning insight garnered into the culture and artistic impressions of a pearl of Baltic civilisation Vilnius met Amsterdam It just may be time for this e-zine to delve even deeper into Lithuania
See wwwltartnl
Iron Wolves
By Denson Pierre
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MechelenAuthentic and full of surprises Thatrsquos Mechelen Hospitable and honourable Thatrsquos the people of Mechelen Come and experience the cityrsquos urban charms for yourself Mechelen
Authentic and full of surprises Thatrsquos Mechelen Hospitable and honourable Thatrsquos the people of Mechelen Come and experience the cityrsquos urban charms for yourself
photography copy Layla Aerts
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CafeacuteBar Review Batavia 1920
lsquoClassic bar art embraces you as you enterrsquo
cafebar review60
Batavia 1920Prins Hendrikkade 85 1012 AE Amsterdam
It is always handy to know of a wholesome cafeacutebar that ticks all the boxes even if it happens to be located at the busiest point of the old city (obliquely opposite Central Station) Over the course of the different seasons I managed to assess this fine establishment which serves as another reminder of what good honest bars are all about There is still quality available in Amsterdam
AmbianceThoughtful solid furniture easy lighting and classic bar art embraces you as you enter With a chess club professional dart board regular parties and borrels the vibe ranges daily from mellow to vibrant Rating 5
StaffregularsOn my most recent visit I had the pleasure of Elizabeth and Jamie leading the service but staff members are always experienced service is quick and drinks are de-livered with fresh smiles whoever happens to be work-ing The regulars are plentiful and the bar emanates the energy of a good professional lsquoIrishrsquo bar attracting an eclectic international mix to this super-central location It is a perfect meeting point for friends from any cardi-nal direction with the national transportation hub being literally just across the road Rating 5
Televised sportAmple flat screens and channels Rating 4
PricesIn general the prices are standard Central Amsterdam levels which is sadly typical of grand cafeacutes in this post-code area What works in Bataviarsquos favour is that it has an above-average selection of lsquoBelgian beautiesrsquo (beer) on offer Given the advised dosage having two or three should not leave you broke or broken The kitchen also has quite a strong reputation for above-average pub fare The Sunday roast dinner is especially popular and keeps folk who like that sort of thing coming back as often as they can afford it Rating 3
MusicGenuinely diverse popular and world music from a crisp-sounding digital sound system and staff members seem to have cool taste in music Rating 5
Smoking area provisionThere is a large smoking room on the lower level Sim-ple and ingenious air-conditioning allows you to spend your full upstairs session there without the sense of be-ing fumigated If you were not told about the smoking area below you would not know there was one Rating 5
Total rating 2730(Ratings from 1-5 where 1 = Very poor and 5 = Excel-lent)
By Denson Pierre
lsquoA perfect meeting point for friends from any cardinal directionrsquo
cafebar review6
1
lsquoIt has an above-average selection of lsquoBelgian beautiesrsquorsquo
cafebar review62
lsquoStaff members seem to have cool taste in musicrsquo
cafebar review63
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ContactJaroslav Cernosek+420 602 228 797Mail jcernosekcentrumcz
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JC Tours
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star beer guide
The SentinelStar beer guide
lsquoFind the better bars serving it at the right price in the New Yearrsquo
Clever marketing and an effective pricing campaign has led to this A-class standard-bearing blonde becoming one of the most easily found lsquorealrsquo beers in Amsterdam cafeacutes and bars With its distinctive charisma and fresh fruity taste it sits just on the edge in terms of strength and only the brave and seasoned can be found using it as a session beer Prices across Amsterdam for the same Trappist-glass measure can range dramatically from euro 250 to euro 425 per glass so there is fun to be had trying to find the better bars serving it at the right price in the New Year Your search will be rewarded by this cool classic
Grimbergen Blonde is brewed by Alken-Maes Alken Belgium
By Denson Pierre
GRIMBERGEN BLONDE (67 ABV)
67star beer guide
68
classifi edsclassifi eds
BRING BACK
A substantial amount of the culture on mainland Europe revolves around platinum-standard beer of various descriptions and fl avours being easily available Amsterdam is not lacking in cafeacutes bars off licences supermarkets and online outlets stocking truly great beers available either immediately or within 24 hours With the growing popularity of high-yeast and high alcohol by volume brands how these drinks are served is a cause for concern however
Led by the Belgians and French the art of designing a glass that refl ects the individual quality of the liquid experience within is among these productsrsquo most out-standing features after their fl avour and power to in-toxicate Any beer of decent repute has its own glass in which it is intended to be served This always takes the form and size of a sensible measure to ensure a taste experience at the correct temperature and allow people to enjoy the evoked sensations before fi nding them-selves suddenly and blindingly drunk What we now often fi nd in tourist-pressed Amsterdam are these lsquoreal beersrsquo being off ered and served to ignorant punters in pint (or half-litre) measures leading to people becom-ing drunk at speed and destroying the overall aesthetic of lsquobeering itrsquo with style
The Sentinel says bring back the serving of high-alco-hol-content drinks in appropriate measures and if pos-sible in the glasses especially designed for the purpose This would be desirable for all manner of reasons not least health and safety Barkeepers can be educators too and it shouldnrsquot be too diffi cult to persuade tourists (usually German British and Irish) who represent the majority of volume drinkers in the cityrsquos more desirable watering holes It is foolish greedy and uncouth to con-sume high-alcohol beverages in such volumes and not expect to end up senselessly drunk and ultimately spoil the whole experience Volume drinkers should simply be directed to the lsquopiss waterrsquo beers of which there are many to satiate their needs and leave the quality beer tours for when they have educated themselves in the culture and manner of consumption that ensures maxi-mum pleasure and above all style
By Denson Pierre
STYLED BEER GLASSES
69amsterdam city life
We find the best most fun most typical exciting or local favourite restaurants etcetera in Amsterdam and bring them to you an easy way to feel like a local
Het Compagnie Theater Amsterdam 12122012
Recommended
70recommended
EUROGIFTSXenonweg 9 3812 SZ Amersfoort
Tel 033 - 454 35 75 - Fax 033 - 454 35 79E-mail lmproefeurogiftsnl
Website wwweurogiftsnl
FILMPROEF
ORDERNUMMER 6021022ARTIKELNUMMER 65123
Ware grootte (indien uitgeprint)Kleur opdruk Wit
Mulligans Irish Music BarAmsterdamrsquos best address for live Irish music Five (5) nights a week Check our agenda for upcoming sessions
Cafeacute KostverlorenCafeacute Kostverloren is a contemporary cafe offering the cosiness of a saloon an open kitchen and the intimacy of a living room During summer there is a large sunny terrace and during winter an open fi replace
VibesVibes is a relaxing cafecocktail bar art gallery with a large selection of coffees herbal teas homemade cakes and an amazing card of cocktails made with fresh fruit by a professional cocktail bartenderEnjoy our Italian kitchen in a cosy and friendly atmosphere
IncantoIncanto is a restaurant with a classic Italian kitchen Venetian chef Simone Ambrosin is known for his pure and simple style of cooking with feeling for nuance The wine list contains over 150 Italian wines
Planet RosePlanet Rose is the fi rst Caribbean restaurant in the Netherlands which specializes in Jamaican cuisine The menu features a daily changing selection of JamaicanCaribbean dishes and they ensure that you enjoy the whole expe-rience while dining with them
Cafe TisfrisCafe Tisfris is recognisable for its landmarks funky pillars and terrace Tisfris offers a friendly service and is a great pit stop for ldquoyummyrdquo refreshments
Cafe restaurant EdelCafe restaurant Edel is the perfect place for lunch dinner or to simply enjoy a drink Edel is a unique place in Amsterdam
Cafeacute OportoCafeacute Oporto is a traditional Amsterdam lsquobrown cafersquo Welcoming tourists and regular customers alike they offer televised sports wireless internet connection and a wide range of reasonably priced beers and spirits
Connoisseurs Delight Fun Drinking amp MusicTo Be Seen and Tasted
To Be Seen and Tasted
Fun Drinking amp Music
Connoisseurs Delight
Connoisseurs Delight
To Be Seen and Tasted
Neighbourhood cosy
Opera Prima - Patisserie Bistro TraiteurThe best place in town for lunch exquisite high teas or brunches and all of your luxury catering both private and corporate
Kinkerstraat 228 Amsterdamwwwoperaprimanl
St Antoniebreestraat 142 Amsterdamwwwtisfrisnl
Postjesweg 1 1057 DT Amsterdamwwwedelamsterdamnl
Zoutsteeg 1 1012 LX Amsterdamwwwcafeoportonethome
Amstel 100 1017 AC Amsterdamwwwmulligansnl
2e Kostverlorenkade 70 Amsterdamwwwcafekostverlorennl
Jan Pieter Heijestraat 137 Amsterdamwwwwixcomvibes137vibes
Amstel 2 Amsterdamwwwrestaurant-incantonl
Nicolaas Beetsstraat 47 Amsterdamwwwplanetroseinfo
71recommended
Answer to sentinelpostgmailcom
Where is this inAmsterdam
72spotted
Room 2cfilm
This is the one that will make you pause James Stewart one of my top ten actors of all time plays a businessman fighting to keep his life and family together while everything is crashing down around him In steps an lsquoangelrsquo to try and convince him that life is not as bad as it seems and that other people would be a lot worse off without him Probably the highest rated film Irsquove ever reviewed and one of the most Christmas-delicious I know
Could you walk 2400 kilometres while being pursued with little more than a longing to return to your homeland and mother to keep you and your dependant companions going Would you do this twice This utterly moving film highlights the true-life Australian apartheid practices of the twentieth century and the trauma it caused to native Australians The barren landscapes provide the perfect backdrop for compelling cinema-tography and its dryness will be irrigated by your tears
By David King
By dpmotions
Itrsquos a Wonderful Life (1946)
Rabbit-Proof Fence (2002)
73room2c
74trends
lsquoFacebook in particular is responsible for exacerbating unspoken competitivenessrsquo
By Dirkje Bakker-Pierre
Trends in the food industry are moving faster than lightning and are harder and harder to keep up with When you are all geared up to create your own artsy cupcakes all of a sudden cupcakes are out and macaroons are the flavour of the day
Sweat dripping and cheeks burning with stress levels going through the roof women all around the country have been toiling night and day to create just the right pimped-up cakes (completely covered in layers of pink and red marzipan tiny silver sugar balls and rose petals made from feather-light sugar) which look like they come from one of the newly popped-up cupcake shops Facebook in particular is responsible for exacerbating unspoken competitiveness due to images being posted of better looking and prettier cakes just after you posted your own in comparison pretty sad creations forcing you back into the kitchen to try again
One day itrsquos cutting out names from layers of chocolate the next itrsquos squirting curls and swirls of rainbow colours or grating organic carrots for the rather awkward lsquohealthyrsquo version the carrot cupcake
Shops have adjusted their aisles to make way for endless shelves of specialised products in all ranges of sweetness and multicoloured cuteness shapes tools mixtures and machines It is a whole world of custom products which just keeps growing and changing and you need to keep up with it all or risk being hopelessly left behind There are pink-coloured cook books workshops websites self-help groups and neglected overweight children crying for something non-sweet for once
But then after all your attempts and when you finally think you have achieved perfection before you know it you make a complete fool of yourself by serving the wrong type of sweet and colourful titbits because a new trend has already arrived That really makes you feel like a macaroon
All Caked Out
75trends
Winter solstice is an exciting time of year when we all start dreaming of more sun more light and more inspiration Continuing the gemstone theme I would like to draw your attention to the very lovely and sparkling sunstone also known as heliolite It is the official gemstone of the US state of Oregon which is a prime source for this beautiful gem The name heliolite is derived from the Greek lsquoheliosrsquo and lsquolithosrsquo which mean lsquosunrsquo and lsquostonersquo It was first discovered in Viking burial mounds but despite its long history is not found in abundance
Sunstone is metallic in appearance and comes in red orange or green colours However cleaner red sunstone is very rare and commands proper gemstone prices The stone is a composite of oligoclase feldspar which also contains hematite or goethite The presence of hematite or goethite gives the stone its ability to reflect light hence the name sunstone Sunstone is said to be an inspiration stone able to bestow freedom independence and happiness It also said to reduce fear alleviate stress and bring good luck in any game of chance This sparkly stone has a further use in healing and is believed to endow its wearers with enhanced self-healing powers Other properties
Shine
By Evelina Kvartunaite
ndash
lsquoDreaming of more sun more light and more inspirationrsquo
ndash
include stimulating the vegetative autonomic nervous system and enhancing the harmonious functioning of all the bodyrsquos organs It is also quite helpful in cases of exhaustion due to lack of sleep
The gemstone is used to treat chronic sore throats and relieves pain caused by stomach ulcers It has proved successful in alleviating Seasonal Affective Disorder (or SAD) and is also known for relieving cartilage problems rheumatism and general aches and pains Sunstone helps in dealing with depression and frees its wearers from feelings of discrimination and failure as well as from perceptions of an lsquoevil worldrsquo Sunstone increases a personrsquos sense of self-esteem and self-worth
Sunstone is particularly beneficial when used in sunshine or sunlight It brings abundance to a personrsquos life and transforms negative energy into positive energy
If you have any other helpful tips you would like to share please let me know at evelinakvartunaiteconsultancymarketmediacom
76health amp well-being
ndash
lsquoBestow freedom independence and happinessrsquo
ndash
ndash
lsquoIt has proved successful in alleviating Seasonal Affective
Disorderrsquo
ndash
77health amp well-being
world this lsquotrickeryrsquo has moved online With todayrsquos short attention spans the potential to draw users to a website and retain them is a crucial skill which is rewarded by the revenue that can be generated based on how long a user stays on a website Link-baiting should have been foreseen since it is inevitable
Every click on a website is a revenue-generating moment in terms of advertising The amount of adverts to which you can expose an online user as they click to and through your website is the currency used to determine whether an advertising agency spends its budget on one publication over another Real journalism and insightful opinions once drove online traffic for web publications but link-baiting is now seriously derailing this approach
Most of the time the story behind the sensational link does not live up to expectations A typical example of this can be found in the online edition of the Watford Observer on Tuesday 31 July 2012 The link-bait read ldquoCameron Diaz vows to kick drug habit with help of stepdadrdquo However following the link or falling for the bait led to the underwhelming story ldquoDrug user Cameron Diaz of Broomfield Rise Abbots Langley has sworn to clean up his act with the help of his stepfatherrdquo Although the story was factually correct the intention of the publication was to trick the
One of my previous articles described how online technology publications are subverting reality by not correctly echoing the sentiments of the consuming public Part of the cause of this is that usually in a bid to counter the majority of lacklustre stories floating around they subvert reality to make it more interesting How many non-geeks really care about the advantages of modelling parallelism on serial programs with the Intelreg Advisor XE Itrsquos certainly not a typically newsworthy story
As a result an annoying phenomenon has slowly been building momentum This is now quite evident all over the internet and is destroying good journalism The phenomenon is called Link-baiting Our trustworthy source of internet knowledge describes Link-bait(ing) as anything ldquointeresting enough to catch peoplersquos attentionrdquo (httpenwikipediaorgwikiLink_bait)
Link-baiting is synonymous with the sensational cover stories used on the front of magazines to entice people walking past to pick up the magazines and delve into them As with most things from the print
No news is good news
lsquoQuite evident all over the internet and is destroying good
journalismrsquo
By Simon Owusu
technology
TechBit Sio-Bytes
78
provider in America to the tune of US$ 400 million The initial story broke on the PRWEB website and the majority of online publications regurgitated the story with no additional insights such as the implications of such a deal which real journalism would call for None of them bothered to check the sources or the credibility of the story Millions of revenue-generating clicks later the more seasoned online publications such as CNN AllThings D and CNET broke the bigger story that the press release was fake and that both Google and ICOA Wireless had denied the story In a rush to break the story the first rule of journalism was contravened lsquoAlways check your sourcesrsquo
Given the transient nature of any false news stories posted on the internet these days the story quickly disappeared from most of the offending publications and today you will be hard pressed to find any mention of this slip-up The Sentinel we like to think always brings you the truth albeit typed on an iPad Mini so donrsquot count on us to follow such faulty phenomena and trends
online user into clicking on it due to the coincidental name-sharing of the Abbots Langley Cameron Diaz with the famous American actress Every link clicked demonstrates the potential for advertisers to reach larger audiences and generate revenue for the online publications
From the same school as link-baiting comes the phenomenon of lsquofirst past the postrsquo journalism within the advertising-driven online publication world In this type of journalism emphasis is placed on being first to publish or break a news story Online publications that are first to break a news story attract a high amount of traffic (which translates into large revenues generated by advertising) since they are the only source of that particular information for a short space of time Online users have no choice but to visit that particular site if they wish to read the scoop The downside of this is that in a bid to be first to reap the advertising revenues frequently news stories are not properly checked for credibility On Monday 26 November 2012 nearly every online technology publication published the story of Google purchasing ICOA Wireless a Wi-Fi hot-spot
lsquoFrequently news stories are not properly checked for credibilityrsquo
lsquolsquoAlways check your sourcesrsquorsquo
technology79
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these people in business suits are rushing to check in their business cases Irsquom manoeuvring my 19-metre ski bag between them Strange looks and questions donrsquot surprise me anymore The looks whispers and questions Irsquove had while on trains from one place to the next or on the tram after going to the beach on my way to the indoor slope this summer On the one hand they made me feel like I was some strange creature from another planet but on the other they got me extra stoked up about what Irsquom doing
As I write this itrsquos a week after I checked in my bags and Irsquom sitting in my favourite coffee shop Cuppa Joersquos in Breckenridge Colorado Over the past five days Irsquove been getting up every morning at around 630 am and getting out at around 800am Anyone who knows me will probably raise an eyebrow at this When Irsquom working at home on my photos and stories for the White Freeski Magazine where Irsquom editor-in-chief or on freelance assignments my daily rhythm is completely the opposite But I guess thatrsquos the nice thing about jetlag
Itrsquos hard to describe the feeling of finally getting back
You know that feeling of bubbly excitement you get when you are getting ready to go and do something yoursquove been anticipating for a long long time It might be finally nailing that presentation to finish up university cooking a great dinner for friends or excitement about meeting up with someone
Getting my bags out from the basement after they had been collecting dust for the past eight months prompted those feelings to rush through my veins once again Even though I donrsquot mind being home going to the beach and rehabbing my knee and visiting friends in different countries over the summer all this has taken place in the city and Irsquove been missing the mountains terribly As Irsquom getting my bags out it makes me realise that it really is almost time for me to click into my skis again and breathe in the fresh mountain air
After packing it was finally time to get on my flight to Denver Colorado on Monday morning While all
white outBubbles of Excitement
By Ananda van Welij
Just another girl from a country without mountains addicted to snow
lsquoGo and do something yoursquove been anticipating for a long long timersquo
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have ahead of me this winter Looking forward again instead of being bummed I try to focus on the bright side like I did while I was stuck at home rehabbing and walking on crutches Trying to be inspired by what I see around me and what others do and have instead of being frustrated by it
It makes me wonder about just working and meeting up with friends at home I know I have a privileged life as Irsquom sitting here but isnrsquot this something we all experience in our daily lives It can be hard to sit down let go of the frustration sadness and problems and look forward Itrsquos not always possible to do it overnight but I think that just trying makes you feel better and in the end it allows you to bubble with excitement again no matter if itrsquos for a day of skiing or for finishing that project
My new mission for this season is to stay positive and draw inspiration from the people and things around me Irsquoll let you know how Irsquom doing in three weeksrsquo time
onto my skis after being out for eight months due to a torn MCL Cruising down the hill feeling and hearing the snow crunch under my feet It might sound strange to you but to me itrsquos a special sort of magic I guess it has something to do with the dopamine your body makes while having a great rush of excitement Although Irsquom pretty tired right now and taking a day off from skiing just walking outside and knowing that I can go up the hill any moment I like makes me feel better
Being so excited to be back on the snow after an injury also has a downside It comes in the form of having to hold myself back Since my injury I havenrsquot been jumping or doing any crazy tricks Itrsquos hard seeing all my friends jump and having fun in the park knowing I really shouldnrsquot do any of that stuff yet My mind is screaming ldquoYou can do that toordquo But Irsquom scared of a repeat injury brought on by pushing myself too hard too fast I have to force myself to sit down talk to my friends and listen to their stories of having fun while being genuinely happy for them To enjoy the sun instead of freaking myself out eat some good food have a good laugh and think of all the fun trips I
lsquoExtra stoked up about what Irsquom doingrsquo
lsquoTo me itrsquos a special sort of magicrsquo
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We have reached the point of the season when the outstanding manager of the first half has his team profiled and receives a pat on the back An overall lead at Xmas more often than not means that the team has peaked during the first half of the season before going on to show signs of weakness This season unusually we have a manager who has led strongly from the very early weeks but who still has a full supply of substitutes in reserve This bodes ill for the other managers as even though he has been professionally hunted down to the point that his lead is now meagre (or even gone by the time this is published) Steven Fockema still holds all the aces given that his reserves remain intact while the chasersrsquo have been used up to varying degrees
Daft3Punks
GK Tim Krul (newcastle United) 25m ndash Out injured from the beginning of September until the end of November No proper form assessment possible so far this season and his team are in apparent gradual creep towards the relegation zone Rating 825
deF Jose enrique (Liverpool) 35m ndash At a work-in-progress team Now playing regularly as a midfielder and showing positive form Rating 85
deF daniel Agger (Liverpool) 4m ndash Still more bluster and posing than glory Rating 825
deF Winston Reid (West Ham) 1m ndash Doing New Zealand proud in the Premier League at his price West Ham may not secure a greater number of clean sheets in the second half of the season however Rating 80
deF Jan Vertonghen (Tottenham Hotspur) 45m ndash Handsome driving Belgian vanilla One of the stars of the season thus far Rating 90
mId Gareth Bale (Tottenham Hotspur) 55m ndash The most impressive individual player in the current Premier League Rating 915
mId michu (Swansea city) 2m ndash Incredible value at his price A natural goal-scorer extraordinaire who also gets around and shows versatility Rating 90
mId Yaya Toure (manchester city) 45m ndash Nowhere close to his form of the previous season even if that can change in the second half of this one Rating 850
FWd Fabio Borini (Liverpool) 3m ndash Tipped here to eventually do well but long-term injury befell him just at the time he was settling into his new team and system Rating 80
FWd olivier Giroud (Arsenal) 45m ndash Has been nudging levels above average of late Rating 850
FWd Papiss cisse (newcastle United) 5m ndash Another player showing an astonishing fall from the excellence of the final third of the previous season Newcastle United appear to need re-styling quickly Rating 825
overall rating 9340 (max 100)
The New Year will only bring fireworks given the keen match-up between FFG-CL managers
By Denson Pierre
The Gold Room
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wwwczechtourismcom
CZECH REPUBLIC - STUNNINGLY DIFFERENT
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MechelenAuthentic and full of surprises Thatrsquos Mechelen Hospitable and honourable Thatrsquos the people of Mechelen Come and experience the cityrsquos urban charms for yourself Mechelen
Authentic and full of surprises Thatrsquos Mechelen Hospitable and honourable Thatrsquos the people of Mechelen Come and experience the cityrsquos urban charms for yourself
photography copy Layla Aerts
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CafeacuteBar Review Batavia 1920
lsquoClassic bar art embraces you as you enterrsquo
cafebar review60
Batavia 1920Prins Hendrikkade 85 1012 AE Amsterdam
It is always handy to know of a wholesome cafeacutebar that ticks all the boxes even if it happens to be located at the busiest point of the old city (obliquely opposite Central Station) Over the course of the different seasons I managed to assess this fine establishment which serves as another reminder of what good honest bars are all about There is still quality available in Amsterdam
AmbianceThoughtful solid furniture easy lighting and classic bar art embraces you as you enter With a chess club professional dart board regular parties and borrels the vibe ranges daily from mellow to vibrant Rating 5
StaffregularsOn my most recent visit I had the pleasure of Elizabeth and Jamie leading the service but staff members are always experienced service is quick and drinks are de-livered with fresh smiles whoever happens to be work-ing The regulars are plentiful and the bar emanates the energy of a good professional lsquoIrishrsquo bar attracting an eclectic international mix to this super-central location It is a perfect meeting point for friends from any cardi-nal direction with the national transportation hub being literally just across the road Rating 5
Televised sportAmple flat screens and channels Rating 4
PricesIn general the prices are standard Central Amsterdam levels which is sadly typical of grand cafeacutes in this post-code area What works in Bataviarsquos favour is that it has an above-average selection of lsquoBelgian beautiesrsquo (beer) on offer Given the advised dosage having two or three should not leave you broke or broken The kitchen also has quite a strong reputation for above-average pub fare The Sunday roast dinner is especially popular and keeps folk who like that sort of thing coming back as often as they can afford it Rating 3
MusicGenuinely diverse popular and world music from a crisp-sounding digital sound system and staff members seem to have cool taste in music Rating 5
Smoking area provisionThere is a large smoking room on the lower level Sim-ple and ingenious air-conditioning allows you to spend your full upstairs session there without the sense of be-ing fumigated If you were not told about the smoking area below you would not know there was one Rating 5
Total rating 2730(Ratings from 1-5 where 1 = Very poor and 5 = Excel-lent)
By Denson Pierre
lsquoA perfect meeting point for friends from any cardinal directionrsquo
cafebar review6
1
lsquoIt has an above-average selection of lsquoBelgian beautiesrsquorsquo
cafebar review62
lsquoStaff members seem to have cool taste in musicrsquo
cafebar review63
For complete and world class tours of Prague
Packages includebull Hidden and playful Prague (for families with young children)bull Literary Praguebull Prague Architecture through the agesbull Religion and the citybull The old city at night
These are detailed tours designed for visitors who wish to explore with great detail and not suitable for simply sight-seeing tourists
Day segments and ratesPR 0800-1230hrs AG 1330-1630hrs UE 1730-2130hrsAll sessions are priced at u 25 per single adult Group size upper limit = 8 Accompanied children under the age of five are gratis and school aged children pay 25 Family package rates are negotiable
ContactJaroslav Cernosek+420 602 228 797Mail jcernosekcentrumcz
wwwyourtuliptourcom
JC Tours
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star beer guide
The SentinelStar beer guide
lsquoFind the better bars serving it at the right price in the New Yearrsquo
Clever marketing and an effective pricing campaign has led to this A-class standard-bearing blonde becoming one of the most easily found lsquorealrsquo beers in Amsterdam cafeacutes and bars With its distinctive charisma and fresh fruity taste it sits just on the edge in terms of strength and only the brave and seasoned can be found using it as a session beer Prices across Amsterdam for the same Trappist-glass measure can range dramatically from euro 250 to euro 425 per glass so there is fun to be had trying to find the better bars serving it at the right price in the New Year Your search will be rewarded by this cool classic
Grimbergen Blonde is brewed by Alken-Maes Alken Belgium
By Denson Pierre
GRIMBERGEN BLONDE (67 ABV)
67star beer guide
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BRING BACK
A substantial amount of the culture on mainland Europe revolves around platinum-standard beer of various descriptions and fl avours being easily available Amsterdam is not lacking in cafeacutes bars off licences supermarkets and online outlets stocking truly great beers available either immediately or within 24 hours With the growing popularity of high-yeast and high alcohol by volume brands how these drinks are served is a cause for concern however
Led by the Belgians and French the art of designing a glass that refl ects the individual quality of the liquid experience within is among these productsrsquo most out-standing features after their fl avour and power to in-toxicate Any beer of decent repute has its own glass in which it is intended to be served This always takes the form and size of a sensible measure to ensure a taste experience at the correct temperature and allow people to enjoy the evoked sensations before fi nding them-selves suddenly and blindingly drunk What we now often fi nd in tourist-pressed Amsterdam are these lsquoreal beersrsquo being off ered and served to ignorant punters in pint (or half-litre) measures leading to people becom-ing drunk at speed and destroying the overall aesthetic of lsquobeering itrsquo with style
The Sentinel says bring back the serving of high-alco-hol-content drinks in appropriate measures and if pos-sible in the glasses especially designed for the purpose This would be desirable for all manner of reasons not least health and safety Barkeepers can be educators too and it shouldnrsquot be too diffi cult to persuade tourists (usually German British and Irish) who represent the majority of volume drinkers in the cityrsquos more desirable watering holes It is foolish greedy and uncouth to con-sume high-alcohol beverages in such volumes and not expect to end up senselessly drunk and ultimately spoil the whole experience Volume drinkers should simply be directed to the lsquopiss waterrsquo beers of which there are many to satiate their needs and leave the quality beer tours for when they have educated themselves in the culture and manner of consumption that ensures maxi-mum pleasure and above all style
By Denson Pierre
STYLED BEER GLASSES
69amsterdam city life
We find the best most fun most typical exciting or local favourite restaurants etcetera in Amsterdam and bring them to you an easy way to feel like a local
Het Compagnie Theater Amsterdam 12122012
Recommended
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EUROGIFTSXenonweg 9 3812 SZ Amersfoort
Tel 033 - 454 35 75 - Fax 033 - 454 35 79E-mail lmproefeurogiftsnl
Website wwweurogiftsnl
FILMPROEF
ORDERNUMMER 6021022ARTIKELNUMMER 65123
Ware grootte (indien uitgeprint)Kleur opdruk Wit
Mulligans Irish Music BarAmsterdamrsquos best address for live Irish music Five (5) nights a week Check our agenda for upcoming sessions
Cafeacute KostverlorenCafeacute Kostverloren is a contemporary cafe offering the cosiness of a saloon an open kitchen and the intimacy of a living room During summer there is a large sunny terrace and during winter an open fi replace
VibesVibes is a relaxing cafecocktail bar art gallery with a large selection of coffees herbal teas homemade cakes and an amazing card of cocktails made with fresh fruit by a professional cocktail bartenderEnjoy our Italian kitchen in a cosy and friendly atmosphere
IncantoIncanto is a restaurant with a classic Italian kitchen Venetian chef Simone Ambrosin is known for his pure and simple style of cooking with feeling for nuance The wine list contains over 150 Italian wines
Planet RosePlanet Rose is the fi rst Caribbean restaurant in the Netherlands which specializes in Jamaican cuisine The menu features a daily changing selection of JamaicanCaribbean dishes and they ensure that you enjoy the whole expe-rience while dining with them
Cafe TisfrisCafe Tisfris is recognisable for its landmarks funky pillars and terrace Tisfris offers a friendly service and is a great pit stop for ldquoyummyrdquo refreshments
Cafe restaurant EdelCafe restaurant Edel is the perfect place for lunch dinner or to simply enjoy a drink Edel is a unique place in Amsterdam
Cafeacute OportoCafeacute Oporto is a traditional Amsterdam lsquobrown cafersquo Welcoming tourists and regular customers alike they offer televised sports wireless internet connection and a wide range of reasonably priced beers and spirits
Connoisseurs Delight Fun Drinking amp MusicTo Be Seen and Tasted
To Be Seen and Tasted
Fun Drinking amp Music
Connoisseurs Delight
Connoisseurs Delight
To Be Seen and Tasted
Neighbourhood cosy
Opera Prima - Patisserie Bistro TraiteurThe best place in town for lunch exquisite high teas or brunches and all of your luxury catering both private and corporate
Kinkerstraat 228 Amsterdamwwwoperaprimanl
St Antoniebreestraat 142 Amsterdamwwwtisfrisnl
Postjesweg 1 1057 DT Amsterdamwwwedelamsterdamnl
Zoutsteeg 1 1012 LX Amsterdamwwwcafeoportonethome
Amstel 100 1017 AC Amsterdamwwwmulligansnl
2e Kostverlorenkade 70 Amsterdamwwwcafekostverlorennl
Jan Pieter Heijestraat 137 Amsterdamwwwwixcomvibes137vibes
Amstel 2 Amsterdamwwwrestaurant-incantonl
Nicolaas Beetsstraat 47 Amsterdamwwwplanetroseinfo
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Answer to sentinelpostgmailcom
Where is this inAmsterdam
72spotted
Room 2cfilm
This is the one that will make you pause James Stewart one of my top ten actors of all time plays a businessman fighting to keep his life and family together while everything is crashing down around him In steps an lsquoangelrsquo to try and convince him that life is not as bad as it seems and that other people would be a lot worse off without him Probably the highest rated film Irsquove ever reviewed and one of the most Christmas-delicious I know
Could you walk 2400 kilometres while being pursued with little more than a longing to return to your homeland and mother to keep you and your dependant companions going Would you do this twice This utterly moving film highlights the true-life Australian apartheid practices of the twentieth century and the trauma it caused to native Australians The barren landscapes provide the perfect backdrop for compelling cinema-tography and its dryness will be irrigated by your tears
By David King
By dpmotions
Itrsquos a Wonderful Life (1946)
Rabbit-Proof Fence (2002)
73room2c
74trends
lsquoFacebook in particular is responsible for exacerbating unspoken competitivenessrsquo
By Dirkje Bakker-Pierre
Trends in the food industry are moving faster than lightning and are harder and harder to keep up with When you are all geared up to create your own artsy cupcakes all of a sudden cupcakes are out and macaroons are the flavour of the day
Sweat dripping and cheeks burning with stress levels going through the roof women all around the country have been toiling night and day to create just the right pimped-up cakes (completely covered in layers of pink and red marzipan tiny silver sugar balls and rose petals made from feather-light sugar) which look like they come from one of the newly popped-up cupcake shops Facebook in particular is responsible for exacerbating unspoken competitiveness due to images being posted of better looking and prettier cakes just after you posted your own in comparison pretty sad creations forcing you back into the kitchen to try again
One day itrsquos cutting out names from layers of chocolate the next itrsquos squirting curls and swirls of rainbow colours or grating organic carrots for the rather awkward lsquohealthyrsquo version the carrot cupcake
Shops have adjusted their aisles to make way for endless shelves of specialised products in all ranges of sweetness and multicoloured cuteness shapes tools mixtures and machines It is a whole world of custom products which just keeps growing and changing and you need to keep up with it all or risk being hopelessly left behind There are pink-coloured cook books workshops websites self-help groups and neglected overweight children crying for something non-sweet for once
But then after all your attempts and when you finally think you have achieved perfection before you know it you make a complete fool of yourself by serving the wrong type of sweet and colourful titbits because a new trend has already arrived That really makes you feel like a macaroon
All Caked Out
75trends
Winter solstice is an exciting time of year when we all start dreaming of more sun more light and more inspiration Continuing the gemstone theme I would like to draw your attention to the very lovely and sparkling sunstone also known as heliolite It is the official gemstone of the US state of Oregon which is a prime source for this beautiful gem The name heliolite is derived from the Greek lsquoheliosrsquo and lsquolithosrsquo which mean lsquosunrsquo and lsquostonersquo It was first discovered in Viking burial mounds but despite its long history is not found in abundance
Sunstone is metallic in appearance and comes in red orange or green colours However cleaner red sunstone is very rare and commands proper gemstone prices The stone is a composite of oligoclase feldspar which also contains hematite or goethite The presence of hematite or goethite gives the stone its ability to reflect light hence the name sunstone Sunstone is said to be an inspiration stone able to bestow freedom independence and happiness It also said to reduce fear alleviate stress and bring good luck in any game of chance This sparkly stone has a further use in healing and is believed to endow its wearers with enhanced self-healing powers Other properties
Shine
By Evelina Kvartunaite
ndash
lsquoDreaming of more sun more light and more inspirationrsquo
ndash
include stimulating the vegetative autonomic nervous system and enhancing the harmonious functioning of all the bodyrsquos organs It is also quite helpful in cases of exhaustion due to lack of sleep
The gemstone is used to treat chronic sore throats and relieves pain caused by stomach ulcers It has proved successful in alleviating Seasonal Affective Disorder (or SAD) and is also known for relieving cartilage problems rheumatism and general aches and pains Sunstone helps in dealing with depression and frees its wearers from feelings of discrimination and failure as well as from perceptions of an lsquoevil worldrsquo Sunstone increases a personrsquos sense of self-esteem and self-worth
Sunstone is particularly beneficial when used in sunshine or sunlight It brings abundance to a personrsquos life and transforms negative energy into positive energy
If you have any other helpful tips you would like to share please let me know at evelinakvartunaiteconsultancymarketmediacom
76health amp well-being
ndash
lsquoBestow freedom independence and happinessrsquo
ndash
ndash
lsquoIt has proved successful in alleviating Seasonal Affective
Disorderrsquo
ndash
77health amp well-being
world this lsquotrickeryrsquo has moved online With todayrsquos short attention spans the potential to draw users to a website and retain them is a crucial skill which is rewarded by the revenue that can be generated based on how long a user stays on a website Link-baiting should have been foreseen since it is inevitable
Every click on a website is a revenue-generating moment in terms of advertising The amount of adverts to which you can expose an online user as they click to and through your website is the currency used to determine whether an advertising agency spends its budget on one publication over another Real journalism and insightful opinions once drove online traffic for web publications but link-baiting is now seriously derailing this approach
Most of the time the story behind the sensational link does not live up to expectations A typical example of this can be found in the online edition of the Watford Observer on Tuesday 31 July 2012 The link-bait read ldquoCameron Diaz vows to kick drug habit with help of stepdadrdquo However following the link or falling for the bait led to the underwhelming story ldquoDrug user Cameron Diaz of Broomfield Rise Abbots Langley has sworn to clean up his act with the help of his stepfatherrdquo Although the story was factually correct the intention of the publication was to trick the
One of my previous articles described how online technology publications are subverting reality by not correctly echoing the sentiments of the consuming public Part of the cause of this is that usually in a bid to counter the majority of lacklustre stories floating around they subvert reality to make it more interesting How many non-geeks really care about the advantages of modelling parallelism on serial programs with the Intelreg Advisor XE Itrsquos certainly not a typically newsworthy story
As a result an annoying phenomenon has slowly been building momentum This is now quite evident all over the internet and is destroying good journalism The phenomenon is called Link-baiting Our trustworthy source of internet knowledge describes Link-bait(ing) as anything ldquointeresting enough to catch peoplersquos attentionrdquo (httpenwikipediaorgwikiLink_bait)
Link-baiting is synonymous with the sensational cover stories used on the front of magazines to entice people walking past to pick up the magazines and delve into them As with most things from the print
No news is good news
lsquoQuite evident all over the internet and is destroying good
journalismrsquo
By Simon Owusu
technology
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provider in America to the tune of US$ 400 million The initial story broke on the PRWEB website and the majority of online publications regurgitated the story with no additional insights such as the implications of such a deal which real journalism would call for None of them bothered to check the sources or the credibility of the story Millions of revenue-generating clicks later the more seasoned online publications such as CNN AllThings D and CNET broke the bigger story that the press release was fake and that both Google and ICOA Wireless had denied the story In a rush to break the story the first rule of journalism was contravened lsquoAlways check your sourcesrsquo
Given the transient nature of any false news stories posted on the internet these days the story quickly disappeared from most of the offending publications and today you will be hard pressed to find any mention of this slip-up The Sentinel we like to think always brings you the truth albeit typed on an iPad Mini so donrsquot count on us to follow such faulty phenomena and trends
online user into clicking on it due to the coincidental name-sharing of the Abbots Langley Cameron Diaz with the famous American actress Every link clicked demonstrates the potential for advertisers to reach larger audiences and generate revenue for the online publications
From the same school as link-baiting comes the phenomenon of lsquofirst past the postrsquo journalism within the advertising-driven online publication world In this type of journalism emphasis is placed on being first to publish or break a news story Online publications that are first to break a news story attract a high amount of traffic (which translates into large revenues generated by advertising) since they are the only source of that particular information for a short space of time Online users have no choice but to visit that particular site if they wish to read the scoop The downside of this is that in a bid to be first to reap the advertising revenues frequently news stories are not properly checked for credibility On Monday 26 November 2012 nearly every online technology publication published the story of Google purchasing ICOA Wireless a Wi-Fi hot-spot
lsquoFrequently news stories are not properly checked for credibilityrsquo
lsquolsquoAlways check your sourcesrsquorsquo
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these people in business suits are rushing to check in their business cases Irsquom manoeuvring my 19-metre ski bag between them Strange looks and questions donrsquot surprise me anymore The looks whispers and questions Irsquove had while on trains from one place to the next or on the tram after going to the beach on my way to the indoor slope this summer On the one hand they made me feel like I was some strange creature from another planet but on the other they got me extra stoked up about what Irsquom doing
As I write this itrsquos a week after I checked in my bags and Irsquom sitting in my favourite coffee shop Cuppa Joersquos in Breckenridge Colorado Over the past five days Irsquove been getting up every morning at around 630 am and getting out at around 800am Anyone who knows me will probably raise an eyebrow at this When Irsquom working at home on my photos and stories for the White Freeski Magazine where Irsquom editor-in-chief or on freelance assignments my daily rhythm is completely the opposite But I guess thatrsquos the nice thing about jetlag
Itrsquos hard to describe the feeling of finally getting back
You know that feeling of bubbly excitement you get when you are getting ready to go and do something yoursquove been anticipating for a long long time It might be finally nailing that presentation to finish up university cooking a great dinner for friends or excitement about meeting up with someone
Getting my bags out from the basement after they had been collecting dust for the past eight months prompted those feelings to rush through my veins once again Even though I donrsquot mind being home going to the beach and rehabbing my knee and visiting friends in different countries over the summer all this has taken place in the city and Irsquove been missing the mountains terribly As Irsquom getting my bags out it makes me realise that it really is almost time for me to click into my skis again and breathe in the fresh mountain air
After packing it was finally time to get on my flight to Denver Colorado on Monday morning While all
white outBubbles of Excitement
By Ananda van Welij
Just another girl from a country without mountains addicted to snow
lsquoGo and do something yoursquove been anticipating for a long long timersquo
82sport
have ahead of me this winter Looking forward again instead of being bummed I try to focus on the bright side like I did while I was stuck at home rehabbing and walking on crutches Trying to be inspired by what I see around me and what others do and have instead of being frustrated by it
It makes me wonder about just working and meeting up with friends at home I know I have a privileged life as Irsquom sitting here but isnrsquot this something we all experience in our daily lives It can be hard to sit down let go of the frustration sadness and problems and look forward Itrsquos not always possible to do it overnight but I think that just trying makes you feel better and in the end it allows you to bubble with excitement again no matter if itrsquos for a day of skiing or for finishing that project
My new mission for this season is to stay positive and draw inspiration from the people and things around me Irsquoll let you know how Irsquom doing in three weeksrsquo time
onto my skis after being out for eight months due to a torn MCL Cruising down the hill feeling and hearing the snow crunch under my feet It might sound strange to you but to me itrsquos a special sort of magic I guess it has something to do with the dopamine your body makes while having a great rush of excitement Although Irsquom pretty tired right now and taking a day off from skiing just walking outside and knowing that I can go up the hill any moment I like makes me feel better
Being so excited to be back on the snow after an injury also has a downside It comes in the form of having to hold myself back Since my injury I havenrsquot been jumping or doing any crazy tricks Itrsquos hard seeing all my friends jump and having fun in the park knowing I really shouldnrsquot do any of that stuff yet My mind is screaming ldquoYou can do that toordquo But Irsquom scared of a repeat injury brought on by pushing myself too hard too fast I have to force myself to sit down talk to my friends and listen to their stories of having fun while being genuinely happy for them To enjoy the sun instead of freaking myself out eat some good food have a good laugh and think of all the fun trips I
lsquoExtra stoked up about what Irsquom doingrsquo
lsquoTo me itrsquos a special sort of magicrsquo
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We have reached the point of the season when the outstanding manager of the first half has his team profiled and receives a pat on the back An overall lead at Xmas more often than not means that the team has peaked during the first half of the season before going on to show signs of weakness This season unusually we have a manager who has led strongly from the very early weeks but who still has a full supply of substitutes in reserve This bodes ill for the other managers as even though he has been professionally hunted down to the point that his lead is now meagre (or even gone by the time this is published) Steven Fockema still holds all the aces given that his reserves remain intact while the chasersrsquo have been used up to varying degrees
Daft3Punks
GK Tim Krul (newcastle United) 25m ndash Out injured from the beginning of September until the end of November No proper form assessment possible so far this season and his team are in apparent gradual creep towards the relegation zone Rating 825
deF Jose enrique (Liverpool) 35m ndash At a work-in-progress team Now playing regularly as a midfielder and showing positive form Rating 85
deF daniel Agger (Liverpool) 4m ndash Still more bluster and posing than glory Rating 825
deF Winston Reid (West Ham) 1m ndash Doing New Zealand proud in the Premier League at his price West Ham may not secure a greater number of clean sheets in the second half of the season however Rating 80
deF Jan Vertonghen (Tottenham Hotspur) 45m ndash Handsome driving Belgian vanilla One of the stars of the season thus far Rating 90
mId Gareth Bale (Tottenham Hotspur) 55m ndash The most impressive individual player in the current Premier League Rating 915
mId michu (Swansea city) 2m ndash Incredible value at his price A natural goal-scorer extraordinaire who also gets around and shows versatility Rating 90
mId Yaya Toure (manchester city) 45m ndash Nowhere close to his form of the previous season even if that can change in the second half of this one Rating 850
FWd Fabio Borini (Liverpool) 3m ndash Tipped here to eventually do well but long-term injury befell him just at the time he was settling into his new team and system Rating 80
FWd olivier Giroud (Arsenal) 45m ndash Has been nudging levels above average of late Rating 850
FWd Papiss cisse (newcastle United) 5m ndash Another player showing an astonishing fall from the excellence of the final third of the previous season Newcastle United appear to need re-styling quickly Rating 825
overall rating 9340 (max 100)
The New Year will only bring fireworks given the keen match-up between FFG-CL managers
By Denson Pierre
The Gold Room
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CZECH REPUBLIC - STUNNINGLY DIFFERENT
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MechelenAuthentic and full of surprises Thatrsquos Mechelen Hospitable and honourable Thatrsquos the people of Mechelen Come and experience the cityrsquos urban charms for yourself Mechelen
Authentic and full of surprises Thatrsquos Mechelen Hospitable and honourable Thatrsquos the people of Mechelen Come and experience the cityrsquos urban charms for yourself
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CafeacuteBar Review Batavia 1920
lsquoClassic bar art embraces you as you enterrsquo
cafebar review60
Batavia 1920Prins Hendrikkade 85 1012 AE Amsterdam
It is always handy to know of a wholesome cafeacutebar that ticks all the boxes even if it happens to be located at the busiest point of the old city (obliquely opposite Central Station) Over the course of the different seasons I managed to assess this fine establishment which serves as another reminder of what good honest bars are all about There is still quality available in Amsterdam
AmbianceThoughtful solid furniture easy lighting and classic bar art embraces you as you enter With a chess club professional dart board regular parties and borrels the vibe ranges daily from mellow to vibrant Rating 5
StaffregularsOn my most recent visit I had the pleasure of Elizabeth and Jamie leading the service but staff members are always experienced service is quick and drinks are de-livered with fresh smiles whoever happens to be work-ing The regulars are plentiful and the bar emanates the energy of a good professional lsquoIrishrsquo bar attracting an eclectic international mix to this super-central location It is a perfect meeting point for friends from any cardi-nal direction with the national transportation hub being literally just across the road Rating 5
Televised sportAmple flat screens and channels Rating 4
PricesIn general the prices are standard Central Amsterdam levels which is sadly typical of grand cafeacutes in this post-code area What works in Bataviarsquos favour is that it has an above-average selection of lsquoBelgian beautiesrsquo (beer) on offer Given the advised dosage having two or three should not leave you broke or broken The kitchen also has quite a strong reputation for above-average pub fare The Sunday roast dinner is especially popular and keeps folk who like that sort of thing coming back as often as they can afford it Rating 3
MusicGenuinely diverse popular and world music from a crisp-sounding digital sound system and staff members seem to have cool taste in music Rating 5
Smoking area provisionThere is a large smoking room on the lower level Sim-ple and ingenious air-conditioning allows you to spend your full upstairs session there without the sense of be-ing fumigated If you were not told about the smoking area below you would not know there was one Rating 5
Total rating 2730(Ratings from 1-5 where 1 = Very poor and 5 = Excel-lent)
By Denson Pierre
lsquoA perfect meeting point for friends from any cardinal directionrsquo
cafebar review6
1
lsquoIt has an above-average selection of lsquoBelgian beautiesrsquorsquo
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lsquoStaff members seem to have cool taste in musicrsquo
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For complete and world class tours of Prague
Packages includebull Hidden and playful Prague (for families with young children)bull Literary Praguebull Prague Architecture through the agesbull Religion and the citybull The old city at night
These are detailed tours designed for visitors who wish to explore with great detail and not suitable for simply sight-seeing tourists
Day segments and ratesPR 0800-1230hrs AG 1330-1630hrs UE 1730-2130hrsAll sessions are priced at u 25 per single adult Group size upper limit = 8 Accompanied children under the age of five are gratis and school aged children pay 25 Family package rates are negotiable
ContactJaroslav Cernosek+420 602 228 797Mail jcernosekcentrumcz
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star beer guide
The SentinelStar beer guide
lsquoFind the better bars serving it at the right price in the New Yearrsquo
Clever marketing and an effective pricing campaign has led to this A-class standard-bearing blonde becoming one of the most easily found lsquorealrsquo beers in Amsterdam cafeacutes and bars With its distinctive charisma and fresh fruity taste it sits just on the edge in terms of strength and only the brave and seasoned can be found using it as a session beer Prices across Amsterdam for the same Trappist-glass measure can range dramatically from euro 250 to euro 425 per glass so there is fun to be had trying to find the better bars serving it at the right price in the New Year Your search will be rewarded by this cool classic
Grimbergen Blonde is brewed by Alken-Maes Alken Belgium
By Denson Pierre
GRIMBERGEN BLONDE (67 ABV)
67star beer guide
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BRING BACK
A substantial amount of the culture on mainland Europe revolves around platinum-standard beer of various descriptions and fl avours being easily available Amsterdam is not lacking in cafeacutes bars off licences supermarkets and online outlets stocking truly great beers available either immediately or within 24 hours With the growing popularity of high-yeast and high alcohol by volume brands how these drinks are served is a cause for concern however
Led by the Belgians and French the art of designing a glass that refl ects the individual quality of the liquid experience within is among these productsrsquo most out-standing features after their fl avour and power to in-toxicate Any beer of decent repute has its own glass in which it is intended to be served This always takes the form and size of a sensible measure to ensure a taste experience at the correct temperature and allow people to enjoy the evoked sensations before fi nding them-selves suddenly and blindingly drunk What we now often fi nd in tourist-pressed Amsterdam are these lsquoreal beersrsquo being off ered and served to ignorant punters in pint (or half-litre) measures leading to people becom-ing drunk at speed and destroying the overall aesthetic of lsquobeering itrsquo with style
The Sentinel says bring back the serving of high-alco-hol-content drinks in appropriate measures and if pos-sible in the glasses especially designed for the purpose This would be desirable for all manner of reasons not least health and safety Barkeepers can be educators too and it shouldnrsquot be too diffi cult to persuade tourists (usually German British and Irish) who represent the majority of volume drinkers in the cityrsquos more desirable watering holes It is foolish greedy and uncouth to con-sume high-alcohol beverages in such volumes and not expect to end up senselessly drunk and ultimately spoil the whole experience Volume drinkers should simply be directed to the lsquopiss waterrsquo beers of which there are many to satiate their needs and leave the quality beer tours for when they have educated themselves in the culture and manner of consumption that ensures maxi-mum pleasure and above all style
By Denson Pierre
STYLED BEER GLASSES
69amsterdam city life
We find the best most fun most typical exciting or local favourite restaurants etcetera in Amsterdam and bring them to you an easy way to feel like a local
Het Compagnie Theater Amsterdam 12122012
Recommended
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EUROGIFTSXenonweg 9 3812 SZ Amersfoort
Tel 033 - 454 35 75 - Fax 033 - 454 35 79E-mail lmproefeurogiftsnl
Website wwweurogiftsnl
FILMPROEF
ORDERNUMMER 6021022ARTIKELNUMMER 65123
Ware grootte (indien uitgeprint)Kleur opdruk Wit
Mulligans Irish Music BarAmsterdamrsquos best address for live Irish music Five (5) nights a week Check our agenda for upcoming sessions
Cafeacute KostverlorenCafeacute Kostverloren is a contemporary cafe offering the cosiness of a saloon an open kitchen and the intimacy of a living room During summer there is a large sunny terrace and during winter an open fi replace
VibesVibes is a relaxing cafecocktail bar art gallery with a large selection of coffees herbal teas homemade cakes and an amazing card of cocktails made with fresh fruit by a professional cocktail bartenderEnjoy our Italian kitchen in a cosy and friendly atmosphere
IncantoIncanto is a restaurant with a classic Italian kitchen Venetian chef Simone Ambrosin is known for his pure and simple style of cooking with feeling for nuance The wine list contains over 150 Italian wines
Planet RosePlanet Rose is the fi rst Caribbean restaurant in the Netherlands which specializes in Jamaican cuisine The menu features a daily changing selection of JamaicanCaribbean dishes and they ensure that you enjoy the whole expe-rience while dining with them
Cafe TisfrisCafe Tisfris is recognisable for its landmarks funky pillars and terrace Tisfris offers a friendly service and is a great pit stop for ldquoyummyrdquo refreshments
Cafe restaurant EdelCafe restaurant Edel is the perfect place for lunch dinner or to simply enjoy a drink Edel is a unique place in Amsterdam
Cafeacute OportoCafeacute Oporto is a traditional Amsterdam lsquobrown cafersquo Welcoming tourists and regular customers alike they offer televised sports wireless internet connection and a wide range of reasonably priced beers and spirits
Connoisseurs Delight Fun Drinking amp MusicTo Be Seen and Tasted
To Be Seen and Tasted
Fun Drinking amp Music
Connoisseurs Delight
Connoisseurs Delight
To Be Seen and Tasted
Neighbourhood cosy
Opera Prima - Patisserie Bistro TraiteurThe best place in town for lunch exquisite high teas or brunches and all of your luxury catering both private and corporate
Kinkerstraat 228 Amsterdamwwwoperaprimanl
St Antoniebreestraat 142 Amsterdamwwwtisfrisnl
Postjesweg 1 1057 DT Amsterdamwwwedelamsterdamnl
Zoutsteeg 1 1012 LX Amsterdamwwwcafeoportonethome
Amstel 100 1017 AC Amsterdamwwwmulligansnl
2e Kostverlorenkade 70 Amsterdamwwwcafekostverlorennl
Jan Pieter Heijestraat 137 Amsterdamwwwwixcomvibes137vibes
Amstel 2 Amsterdamwwwrestaurant-incantonl
Nicolaas Beetsstraat 47 Amsterdamwwwplanetroseinfo
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Answer to sentinelpostgmailcom
Where is this inAmsterdam
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Room 2cfilm
This is the one that will make you pause James Stewart one of my top ten actors of all time plays a businessman fighting to keep his life and family together while everything is crashing down around him In steps an lsquoangelrsquo to try and convince him that life is not as bad as it seems and that other people would be a lot worse off without him Probably the highest rated film Irsquove ever reviewed and one of the most Christmas-delicious I know
Could you walk 2400 kilometres while being pursued with little more than a longing to return to your homeland and mother to keep you and your dependant companions going Would you do this twice This utterly moving film highlights the true-life Australian apartheid practices of the twentieth century and the trauma it caused to native Australians The barren landscapes provide the perfect backdrop for compelling cinema-tography and its dryness will be irrigated by your tears
By David King
By dpmotions
Itrsquos a Wonderful Life (1946)
Rabbit-Proof Fence (2002)
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74trends
lsquoFacebook in particular is responsible for exacerbating unspoken competitivenessrsquo
By Dirkje Bakker-Pierre
Trends in the food industry are moving faster than lightning and are harder and harder to keep up with When you are all geared up to create your own artsy cupcakes all of a sudden cupcakes are out and macaroons are the flavour of the day
Sweat dripping and cheeks burning with stress levels going through the roof women all around the country have been toiling night and day to create just the right pimped-up cakes (completely covered in layers of pink and red marzipan tiny silver sugar balls and rose petals made from feather-light sugar) which look like they come from one of the newly popped-up cupcake shops Facebook in particular is responsible for exacerbating unspoken competitiveness due to images being posted of better looking and prettier cakes just after you posted your own in comparison pretty sad creations forcing you back into the kitchen to try again
One day itrsquos cutting out names from layers of chocolate the next itrsquos squirting curls and swirls of rainbow colours or grating organic carrots for the rather awkward lsquohealthyrsquo version the carrot cupcake
Shops have adjusted their aisles to make way for endless shelves of specialised products in all ranges of sweetness and multicoloured cuteness shapes tools mixtures and machines It is a whole world of custom products which just keeps growing and changing and you need to keep up with it all or risk being hopelessly left behind There are pink-coloured cook books workshops websites self-help groups and neglected overweight children crying for something non-sweet for once
But then after all your attempts and when you finally think you have achieved perfection before you know it you make a complete fool of yourself by serving the wrong type of sweet and colourful titbits because a new trend has already arrived That really makes you feel like a macaroon
All Caked Out
75trends
Winter solstice is an exciting time of year when we all start dreaming of more sun more light and more inspiration Continuing the gemstone theme I would like to draw your attention to the very lovely and sparkling sunstone also known as heliolite It is the official gemstone of the US state of Oregon which is a prime source for this beautiful gem The name heliolite is derived from the Greek lsquoheliosrsquo and lsquolithosrsquo which mean lsquosunrsquo and lsquostonersquo It was first discovered in Viking burial mounds but despite its long history is not found in abundance
Sunstone is metallic in appearance and comes in red orange or green colours However cleaner red sunstone is very rare and commands proper gemstone prices The stone is a composite of oligoclase feldspar which also contains hematite or goethite The presence of hematite or goethite gives the stone its ability to reflect light hence the name sunstone Sunstone is said to be an inspiration stone able to bestow freedom independence and happiness It also said to reduce fear alleviate stress and bring good luck in any game of chance This sparkly stone has a further use in healing and is believed to endow its wearers with enhanced self-healing powers Other properties
Shine
By Evelina Kvartunaite
ndash
lsquoDreaming of more sun more light and more inspirationrsquo
ndash
include stimulating the vegetative autonomic nervous system and enhancing the harmonious functioning of all the bodyrsquos organs It is also quite helpful in cases of exhaustion due to lack of sleep
The gemstone is used to treat chronic sore throats and relieves pain caused by stomach ulcers It has proved successful in alleviating Seasonal Affective Disorder (or SAD) and is also known for relieving cartilage problems rheumatism and general aches and pains Sunstone helps in dealing with depression and frees its wearers from feelings of discrimination and failure as well as from perceptions of an lsquoevil worldrsquo Sunstone increases a personrsquos sense of self-esteem and self-worth
Sunstone is particularly beneficial when used in sunshine or sunlight It brings abundance to a personrsquos life and transforms negative energy into positive energy
If you have any other helpful tips you would like to share please let me know at evelinakvartunaiteconsultancymarketmediacom
76health amp well-being
ndash
lsquoBestow freedom independence and happinessrsquo
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lsquoIt has proved successful in alleviating Seasonal Affective
Disorderrsquo
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77health amp well-being
world this lsquotrickeryrsquo has moved online With todayrsquos short attention spans the potential to draw users to a website and retain them is a crucial skill which is rewarded by the revenue that can be generated based on how long a user stays on a website Link-baiting should have been foreseen since it is inevitable
Every click on a website is a revenue-generating moment in terms of advertising The amount of adverts to which you can expose an online user as they click to and through your website is the currency used to determine whether an advertising agency spends its budget on one publication over another Real journalism and insightful opinions once drove online traffic for web publications but link-baiting is now seriously derailing this approach
Most of the time the story behind the sensational link does not live up to expectations A typical example of this can be found in the online edition of the Watford Observer on Tuesday 31 July 2012 The link-bait read ldquoCameron Diaz vows to kick drug habit with help of stepdadrdquo However following the link or falling for the bait led to the underwhelming story ldquoDrug user Cameron Diaz of Broomfield Rise Abbots Langley has sworn to clean up his act with the help of his stepfatherrdquo Although the story was factually correct the intention of the publication was to trick the
One of my previous articles described how online technology publications are subverting reality by not correctly echoing the sentiments of the consuming public Part of the cause of this is that usually in a bid to counter the majority of lacklustre stories floating around they subvert reality to make it more interesting How many non-geeks really care about the advantages of modelling parallelism on serial programs with the Intelreg Advisor XE Itrsquos certainly not a typically newsworthy story
As a result an annoying phenomenon has slowly been building momentum This is now quite evident all over the internet and is destroying good journalism The phenomenon is called Link-baiting Our trustworthy source of internet knowledge describes Link-bait(ing) as anything ldquointeresting enough to catch peoplersquos attentionrdquo (httpenwikipediaorgwikiLink_bait)
Link-baiting is synonymous with the sensational cover stories used on the front of magazines to entice people walking past to pick up the magazines and delve into them As with most things from the print
No news is good news
lsquoQuite evident all over the internet and is destroying good
journalismrsquo
By Simon Owusu
technology
TechBit Sio-Bytes
78
provider in America to the tune of US$ 400 million The initial story broke on the PRWEB website and the majority of online publications regurgitated the story with no additional insights such as the implications of such a deal which real journalism would call for None of them bothered to check the sources or the credibility of the story Millions of revenue-generating clicks later the more seasoned online publications such as CNN AllThings D and CNET broke the bigger story that the press release was fake and that both Google and ICOA Wireless had denied the story In a rush to break the story the first rule of journalism was contravened lsquoAlways check your sourcesrsquo
Given the transient nature of any false news stories posted on the internet these days the story quickly disappeared from most of the offending publications and today you will be hard pressed to find any mention of this slip-up The Sentinel we like to think always brings you the truth albeit typed on an iPad Mini so donrsquot count on us to follow such faulty phenomena and trends
online user into clicking on it due to the coincidental name-sharing of the Abbots Langley Cameron Diaz with the famous American actress Every link clicked demonstrates the potential for advertisers to reach larger audiences and generate revenue for the online publications
From the same school as link-baiting comes the phenomenon of lsquofirst past the postrsquo journalism within the advertising-driven online publication world In this type of journalism emphasis is placed on being first to publish or break a news story Online publications that are first to break a news story attract a high amount of traffic (which translates into large revenues generated by advertising) since they are the only source of that particular information for a short space of time Online users have no choice but to visit that particular site if they wish to read the scoop The downside of this is that in a bid to be first to reap the advertising revenues frequently news stories are not properly checked for credibility On Monday 26 November 2012 nearly every online technology publication published the story of Google purchasing ICOA Wireless a Wi-Fi hot-spot
lsquoFrequently news stories are not properly checked for credibilityrsquo
lsquolsquoAlways check your sourcesrsquorsquo
technology79
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these people in business suits are rushing to check in their business cases Irsquom manoeuvring my 19-metre ski bag between them Strange looks and questions donrsquot surprise me anymore The looks whispers and questions Irsquove had while on trains from one place to the next or on the tram after going to the beach on my way to the indoor slope this summer On the one hand they made me feel like I was some strange creature from another planet but on the other they got me extra stoked up about what Irsquom doing
As I write this itrsquos a week after I checked in my bags and Irsquom sitting in my favourite coffee shop Cuppa Joersquos in Breckenridge Colorado Over the past five days Irsquove been getting up every morning at around 630 am and getting out at around 800am Anyone who knows me will probably raise an eyebrow at this When Irsquom working at home on my photos and stories for the White Freeski Magazine where Irsquom editor-in-chief or on freelance assignments my daily rhythm is completely the opposite But I guess thatrsquos the nice thing about jetlag
Itrsquos hard to describe the feeling of finally getting back
You know that feeling of bubbly excitement you get when you are getting ready to go and do something yoursquove been anticipating for a long long time It might be finally nailing that presentation to finish up university cooking a great dinner for friends or excitement about meeting up with someone
Getting my bags out from the basement after they had been collecting dust for the past eight months prompted those feelings to rush through my veins once again Even though I donrsquot mind being home going to the beach and rehabbing my knee and visiting friends in different countries over the summer all this has taken place in the city and Irsquove been missing the mountains terribly As Irsquom getting my bags out it makes me realise that it really is almost time for me to click into my skis again and breathe in the fresh mountain air
After packing it was finally time to get on my flight to Denver Colorado on Monday morning While all
white outBubbles of Excitement
By Ananda van Welij
Just another girl from a country without mountains addicted to snow
lsquoGo and do something yoursquove been anticipating for a long long timersquo
82sport
have ahead of me this winter Looking forward again instead of being bummed I try to focus on the bright side like I did while I was stuck at home rehabbing and walking on crutches Trying to be inspired by what I see around me and what others do and have instead of being frustrated by it
It makes me wonder about just working and meeting up with friends at home I know I have a privileged life as Irsquom sitting here but isnrsquot this something we all experience in our daily lives It can be hard to sit down let go of the frustration sadness and problems and look forward Itrsquos not always possible to do it overnight but I think that just trying makes you feel better and in the end it allows you to bubble with excitement again no matter if itrsquos for a day of skiing or for finishing that project
My new mission for this season is to stay positive and draw inspiration from the people and things around me Irsquoll let you know how Irsquom doing in three weeksrsquo time
onto my skis after being out for eight months due to a torn MCL Cruising down the hill feeling and hearing the snow crunch under my feet It might sound strange to you but to me itrsquos a special sort of magic I guess it has something to do with the dopamine your body makes while having a great rush of excitement Although Irsquom pretty tired right now and taking a day off from skiing just walking outside and knowing that I can go up the hill any moment I like makes me feel better
Being so excited to be back on the snow after an injury also has a downside It comes in the form of having to hold myself back Since my injury I havenrsquot been jumping or doing any crazy tricks Itrsquos hard seeing all my friends jump and having fun in the park knowing I really shouldnrsquot do any of that stuff yet My mind is screaming ldquoYou can do that toordquo But Irsquom scared of a repeat injury brought on by pushing myself too hard too fast I have to force myself to sit down talk to my friends and listen to their stories of having fun while being genuinely happy for them To enjoy the sun instead of freaking myself out eat some good food have a good laugh and think of all the fun trips I
lsquoExtra stoked up about what Irsquom doingrsquo
lsquoTo me itrsquos a special sort of magicrsquo
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Get advice on housing rental contracts and apartments in Amsterdam
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We have reached the point of the season when the outstanding manager of the first half has his team profiled and receives a pat on the back An overall lead at Xmas more often than not means that the team has peaked during the first half of the season before going on to show signs of weakness This season unusually we have a manager who has led strongly from the very early weeks but who still has a full supply of substitutes in reserve This bodes ill for the other managers as even though he has been professionally hunted down to the point that his lead is now meagre (or even gone by the time this is published) Steven Fockema still holds all the aces given that his reserves remain intact while the chasersrsquo have been used up to varying degrees
Daft3Punks
GK Tim Krul (newcastle United) 25m ndash Out injured from the beginning of September until the end of November No proper form assessment possible so far this season and his team are in apparent gradual creep towards the relegation zone Rating 825
deF Jose enrique (Liverpool) 35m ndash At a work-in-progress team Now playing regularly as a midfielder and showing positive form Rating 85
deF daniel Agger (Liverpool) 4m ndash Still more bluster and posing than glory Rating 825
deF Winston Reid (West Ham) 1m ndash Doing New Zealand proud in the Premier League at his price West Ham may not secure a greater number of clean sheets in the second half of the season however Rating 80
deF Jan Vertonghen (Tottenham Hotspur) 45m ndash Handsome driving Belgian vanilla One of the stars of the season thus far Rating 90
mId Gareth Bale (Tottenham Hotspur) 55m ndash The most impressive individual player in the current Premier League Rating 915
mId michu (Swansea city) 2m ndash Incredible value at his price A natural goal-scorer extraordinaire who also gets around and shows versatility Rating 90
mId Yaya Toure (manchester city) 45m ndash Nowhere close to his form of the previous season even if that can change in the second half of this one Rating 850
FWd Fabio Borini (Liverpool) 3m ndash Tipped here to eventually do well but long-term injury befell him just at the time he was settling into his new team and system Rating 80
FWd olivier Giroud (Arsenal) 45m ndash Has been nudging levels above average of late Rating 850
FWd Papiss cisse (newcastle United) 5m ndash Another player showing an astonishing fall from the excellence of the final third of the previous season Newcastle United appear to need re-styling quickly Rating 825
overall rating 9340 (max 100)
The New Year will only bring fireworks given the keen match-up between FFG-CL managers
By Denson Pierre
The Gold Room
88
sport
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CZECH REPUBLIC - STUNNINGLY DIFFERENT
90
classifi eds
51art
52art
53art
54art
55art
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art57
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MechelenAuthentic and full of surprises Thatrsquos Mechelen Hospitable and honourable Thatrsquos the people of Mechelen Come and experience the cityrsquos urban charms for yourself Mechelen
Authentic and full of surprises Thatrsquos Mechelen Hospitable and honourable Thatrsquos the people of Mechelen Come and experience the cityrsquos urban charms for yourself
photography copy Layla Aerts
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CafeacuteBar Review Batavia 1920
lsquoClassic bar art embraces you as you enterrsquo
cafebar review60
Batavia 1920Prins Hendrikkade 85 1012 AE Amsterdam
It is always handy to know of a wholesome cafeacutebar that ticks all the boxes even if it happens to be located at the busiest point of the old city (obliquely opposite Central Station) Over the course of the different seasons I managed to assess this fine establishment which serves as another reminder of what good honest bars are all about There is still quality available in Amsterdam
AmbianceThoughtful solid furniture easy lighting and classic bar art embraces you as you enter With a chess club professional dart board regular parties and borrels the vibe ranges daily from mellow to vibrant Rating 5
StaffregularsOn my most recent visit I had the pleasure of Elizabeth and Jamie leading the service but staff members are always experienced service is quick and drinks are de-livered with fresh smiles whoever happens to be work-ing The regulars are plentiful and the bar emanates the energy of a good professional lsquoIrishrsquo bar attracting an eclectic international mix to this super-central location It is a perfect meeting point for friends from any cardi-nal direction with the national transportation hub being literally just across the road Rating 5
Televised sportAmple flat screens and channels Rating 4
PricesIn general the prices are standard Central Amsterdam levels which is sadly typical of grand cafeacutes in this post-code area What works in Bataviarsquos favour is that it has an above-average selection of lsquoBelgian beautiesrsquo (beer) on offer Given the advised dosage having two or three should not leave you broke or broken The kitchen also has quite a strong reputation for above-average pub fare The Sunday roast dinner is especially popular and keeps folk who like that sort of thing coming back as often as they can afford it Rating 3
MusicGenuinely diverse popular and world music from a crisp-sounding digital sound system and staff members seem to have cool taste in music Rating 5
Smoking area provisionThere is a large smoking room on the lower level Sim-ple and ingenious air-conditioning allows you to spend your full upstairs session there without the sense of be-ing fumigated If you were not told about the smoking area below you would not know there was one Rating 5
Total rating 2730(Ratings from 1-5 where 1 = Very poor and 5 = Excel-lent)
By Denson Pierre
lsquoA perfect meeting point for friends from any cardinal directionrsquo
cafebar review6
1
lsquoIt has an above-average selection of lsquoBelgian beautiesrsquorsquo
cafebar review62
lsquoStaff members seem to have cool taste in musicrsquo
cafebar review63
For complete and world class tours of Prague
Packages includebull Hidden and playful Prague (for families with young children)bull Literary Praguebull Prague Architecture through the agesbull Religion and the citybull The old city at night
These are detailed tours designed for visitors who wish to explore with great detail and not suitable for simply sight-seeing tourists
Day segments and ratesPR 0800-1230hrs AG 1330-1630hrs UE 1730-2130hrsAll sessions are priced at u 25 per single adult Group size upper limit = 8 Accompanied children under the age of five are gratis and school aged children pay 25 Family package rates are negotiable
ContactJaroslav Cernosek+420 602 228 797Mail jcernosekcentrumcz
wwwyourtuliptourcom
JC Tours
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star beer guide
The SentinelStar beer guide
lsquoFind the better bars serving it at the right price in the New Yearrsquo
Clever marketing and an effective pricing campaign has led to this A-class standard-bearing blonde becoming one of the most easily found lsquorealrsquo beers in Amsterdam cafeacutes and bars With its distinctive charisma and fresh fruity taste it sits just on the edge in terms of strength and only the brave and seasoned can be found using it as a session beer Prices across Amsterdam for the same Trappist-glass measure can range dramatically from euro 250 to euro 425 per glass so there is fun to be had trying to find the better bars serving it at the right price in the New Year Your search will be rewarded by this cool classic
Grimbergen Blonde is brewed by Alken-Maes Alken Belgium
By Denson Pierre
GRIMBERGEN BLONDE (67 ABV)
67star beer guide
68
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BRING BACK
A substantial amount of the culture on mainland Europe revolves around platinum-standard beer of various descriptions and fl avours being easily available Amsterdam is not lacking in cafeacutes bars off licences supermarkets and online outlets stocking truly great beers available either immediately or within 24 hours With the growing popularity of high-yeast and high alcohol by volume brands how these drinks are served is a cause for concern however
Led by the Belgians and French the art of designing a glass that refl ects the individual quality of the liquid experience within is among these productsrsquo most out-standing features after their fl avour and power to in-toxicate Any beer of decent repute has its own glass in which it is intended to be served This always takes the form and size of a sensible measure to ensure a taste experience at the correct temperature and allow people to enjoy the evoked sensations before fi nding them-selves suddenly and blindingly drunk What we now often fi nd in tourist-pressed Amsterdam are these lsquoreal beersrsquo being off ered and served to ignorant punters in pint (or half-litre) measures leading to people becom-ing drunk at speed and destroying the overall aesthetic of lsquobeering itrsquo with style
The Sentinel says bring back the serving of high-alco-hol-content drinks in appropriate measures and if pos-sible in the glasses especially designed for the purpose This would be desirable for all manner of reasons not least health and safety Barkeepers can be educators too and it shouldnrsquot be too diffi cult to persuade tourists (usually German British and Irish) who represent the majority of volume drinkers in the cityrsquos more desirable watering holes It is foolish greedy and uncouth to con-sume high-alcohol beverages in such volumes and not expect to end up senselessly drunk and ultimately spoil the whole experience Volume drinkers should simply be directed to the lsquopiss waterrsquo beers of which there are many to satiate their needs and leave the quality beer tours for when they have educated themselves in the culture and manner of consumption that ensures maxi-mum pleasure and above all style
By Denson Pierre
STYLED BEER GLASSES
69amsterdam city life
We find the best most fun most typical exciting or local favourite restaurants etcetera in Amsterdam and bring them to you an easy way to feel like a local
Het Compagnie Theater Amsterdam 12122012
Recommended
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EUROGIFTSXenonweg 9 3812 SZ Amersfoort
Tel 033 - 454 35 75 - Fax 033 - 454 35 79E-mail lmproefeurogiftsnl
Website wwweurogiftsnl
FILMPROEF
ORDERNUMMER 6021022ARTIKELNUMMER 65123
Ware grootte (indien uitgeprint)Kleur opdruk Wit
Mulligans Irish Music BarAmsterdamrsquos best address for live Irish music Five (5) nights a week Check our agenda for upcoming sessions
Cafeacute KostverlorenCafeacute Kostverloren is a contemporary cafe offering the cosiness of a saloon an open kitchen and the intimacy of a living room During summer there is a large sunny terrace and during winter an open fi replace
VibesVibes is a relaxing cafecocktail bar art gallery with a large selection of coffees herbal teas homemade cakes and an amazing card of cocktails made with fresh fruit by a professional cocktail bartenderEnjoy our Italian kitchen in a cosy and friendly atmosphere
IncantoIncanto is a restaurant with a classic Italian kitchen Venetian chef Simone Ambrosin is known for his pure and simple style of cooking with feeling for nuance The wine list contains over 150 Italian wines
Planet RosePlanet Rose is the fi rst Caribbean restaurant in the Netherlands which specializes in Jamaican cuisine The menu features a daily changing selection of JamaicanCaribbean dishes and they ensure that you enjoy the whole expe-rience while dining with them
Cafe TisfrisCafe Tisfris is recognisable for its landmarks funky pillars and terrace Tisfris offers a friendly service and is a great pit stop for ldquoyummyrdquo refreshments
Cafe restaurant EdelCafe restaurant Edel is the perfect place for lunch dinner or to simply enjoy a drink Edel is a unique place in Amsterdam
Cafeacute OportoCafeacute Oporto is a traditional Amsterdam lsquobrown cafersquo Welcoming tourists and regular customers alike they offer televised sports wireless internet connection and a wide range of reasonably priced beers and spirits
Connoisseurs Delight Fun Drinking amp MusicTo Be Seen and Tasted
To Be Seen and Tasted
Fun Drinking amp Music
Connoisseurs Delight
Connoisseurs Delight
To Be Seen and Tasted
Neighbourhood cosy
Opera Prima - Patisserie Bistro TraiteurThe best place in town for lunch exquisite high teas or brunches and all of your luxury catering both private and corporate
Kinkerstraat 228 Amsterdamwwwoperaprimanl
St Antoniebreestraat 142 Amsterdamwwwtisfrisnl
Postjesweg 1 1057 DT Amsterdamwwwedelamsterdamnl
Zoutsteeg 1 1012 LX Amsterdamwwwcafeoportonethome
Amstel 100 1017 AC Amsterdamwwwmulligansnl
2e Kostverlorenkade 70 Amsterdamwwwcafekostverlorennl
Jan Pieter Heijestraat 137 Amsterdamwwwwixcomvibes137vibes
Amstel 2 Amsterdamwwwrestaurant-incantonl
Nicolaas Beetsstraat 47 Amsterdamwwwplanetroseinfo
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Where is this inAmsterdam
72spotted
Room 2cfilm
This is the one that will make you pause James Stewart one of my top ten actors of all time plays a businessman fighting to keep his life and family together while everything is crashing down around him In steps an lsquoangelrsquo to try and convince him that life is not as bad as it seems and that other people would be a lot worse off without him Probably the highest rated film Irsquove ever reviewed and one of the most Christmas-delicious I know
Could you walk 2400 kilometres while being pursued with little more than a longing to return to your homeland and mother to keep you and your dependant companions going Would you do this twice This utterly moving film highlights the true-life Australian apartheid practices of the twentieth century and the trauma it caused to native Australians The barren landscapes provide the perfect backdrop for compelling cinema-tography and its dryness will be irrigated by your tears
By David King
By dpmotions
Itrsquos a Wonderful Life (1946)
Rabbit-Proof Fence (2002)
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74trends
lsquoFacebook in particular is responsible for exacerbating unspoken competitivenessrsquo
By Dirkje Bakker-Pierre
Trends in the food industry are moving faster than lightning and are harder and harder to keep up with When you are all geared up to create your own artsy cupcakes all of a sudden cupcakes are out and macaroons are the flavour of the day
Sweat dripping and cheeks burning with stress levels going through the roof women all around the country have been toiling night and day to create just the right pimped-up cakes (completely covered in layers of pink and red marzipan tiny silver sugar balls and rose petals made from feather-light sugar) which look like they come from one of the newly popped-up cupcake shops Facebook in particular is responsible for exacerbating unspoken competitiveness due to images being posted of better looking and prettier cakes just after you posted your own in comparison pretty sad creations forcing you back into the kitchen to try again
One day itrsquos cutting out names from layers of chocolate the next itrsquos squirting curls and swirls of rainbow colours or grating organic carrots for the rather awkward lsquohealthyrsquo version the carrot cupcake
Shops have adjusted their aisles to make way for endless shelves of specialised products in all ranges of sweetness and multicoloured cuteness shapes tools mixtures and machines It is a whole world of custom products which just keeps growing and changing and you need to keep up with it all or risk being hopelessly left behind There are pink-coloured cook books workshops websites self-help groups and neglected overweight children crying for something non-sweet for once
But then after all your attempts and when you finally think you have achieved perfection before you know it you make a complete fool of yourself by serving the wrong type of sweet and colourful titbits because a new trend has already arrived That really makes you feel like a macaroon
All Caked Out
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Winter solstice is an exciting time of year when we all start dreaming of more sun more light and more inspiration Continuing the gemstone theme I would like to draw your attention to the very lovely and sparkling sunstone also known as heliolite It is the official gemstone of the US state of Oregon which is a prime source for this beautiful gem The name heliolite is derived from the Greek lsquoheliosrsquo and lsquolithosrsquo which mean lsquosunrsquo and lsquostonersquo It was first discovered in Viking burial mounds but despite its long history is not found in abundance
Sunstone is metallic in appearance and comes in red orange or green colours However cleaner red sunstone is very rare and commands proper gemstone prices The stone is a composite of oligoclase feldspar which also contains hematite or goethite The presence of hematite or goethite gives the stone its ability to reflect light hence the name sunstone Sunstone is said to be an inspiration stone able to bestow freedom independence and happiness It also said to reduce fear alleviate stress and bring good luck in any game of chance This sparkly stone has a further use in healing and is believed to endow its wearers with enhanced self-healing powers Other properties
Shine
By Evelina Kvartunaite
ndash
lsquoDreaming of more sun more light and more inspirationrsquo
ndash
include stimulating the vegetative autonomic nervous system and enhancing the harmonious functioning of all the bodyrsquos organs It is also quite helpful in cases of exhaustion due to lack of sleep
The gemstone is used to treat chronic sore throats and relieves pain caused by stomach ulcers It has proved successful in alleviating Seasonal Affective Disorder (or SAD) and is also known for relieving cartilage problems rheumatism and general aches and pains Sunstone helps in dealing with depression and frees its wearers from feelings of discrimination and failure as well as from perceptions of an lsquoevil worldrsquo Sunstone increases a personrsquos sense of self-esteem and self-worth
Sunstone is particularly beneficial when used in sunshine or sunlight It brings abundance to a personrsquos life and transforms negative energy into positive energy
If you have any other helpful tips you would like to share please let me know at evelinakvartunaiteconsultancymarketmediacom
76health amp well-being
ndash
lsquoBestow freedom independence and happinessrsquo
ndash
ndash
lsquoIt has proved successful in alleviating Seasonal Affective
Disorderrsquo
ndash
77health amp well-being
world this lsquotrickeryrsquo has moved online With todayrsquos short attention spans the potential to draw users to a website and retain them is a crucial skill which is rewarded by the revenue that can be generated based on how long a user stays on a website Link-baiting should have been foreseen since it is inevitable
Every click on a website is a revenue-generating moment in terms of advertising The amount of adverts to which you can expose an online user as they click to and through your website is the currency used to determine whether an advertising agency spends its budget on one publication over another Real journalism and insightful opinions once drove online traffic for web publications but link-baiting is now seriously derailing this approach
Most of the time the story behind the sensational link does not live up to expectations A typical example of this can be found in the online edition of the Watford Observer on Tuesday 31 July 2012 The link-bait read ldquoCameron Diaz vows to kick drug habit with help of stepdadrdquo However following the link or falling for the bait led to the underwhelming story ldquoDrug user Cameron Diaz of Broomfield Rise Abbots Langley has sworn to clean up his act with the help of his stepfatherrdquo Although the story was factually correct the intention of the publication was to trick the
One of my previous articles described how online technology publications are subverting reality by not correctly echoing the sentiments of the consuming public Part of the cause of this is that usually in a bid to counter the majority of lacklustre stories floating around they subvert reality to make it more interesting How many non-geeks really care about the advantages of modelling parallelism on serial programs with the Intelreg Advisor XE Itrsquos certainly not a typically newsworthy story
As a result an annoying phenomenon has slowly been building momentum This is now quite evident all over the internet and is destroying good journalism The phenomenon is called Link-baiting Our trustworthy source of internet knowledge describes Link-bait(ing) as anything ldquointeresting enough to catch peoplersquos attentionrdquo (httpenwikipediaorgwikiLink_bait)
Link-baiting is synonymous with the sensational cover stories used on the front of magazines to entice people walking past to pick up the magazines and delve into them As with most things from the print
No news is good news
lsquoQuite evident all over the internet and is destroying good
journalismrsquo
By Simon Owusu
technology
TechBit Sio-Bytes
78
provider in America to the tune of US$ 400 million The initial story broke on the PRWEB website and the majority of online publications regurgitated the story with no additional insights such as the implications of such a deal which real journalism would call for None of them bothered to check the sources or the credibility of the story Millions of revenue-generating clicks later the more seasoned online publications such as CNN AllThings D and CNET broke the bigger story that the press release was fake and that both Google and ICOA Wireless had denied the story In a rush to break the story the first rule of journalism was contravened lsquoAlways check your sourcesrsquo
Given the transient nature of any false news stories posted on the internet these days the story quickly disappeared from most of the offending publications and today you will be hard pressed to find any mention of this slip-up The Sentinel we like to think always brings you the truth albeit typed on an iPad Mini so donrsquot count on us to follow such faulty phenomena and trends
online user into clicking on it due to the coincidental name-sharing of the Abbots Langley Cameron Diaz with the famous American actress Every link clicked demonstrates the potential for advertisers to reach larger audiences and generate revenue for the online publications
From the same school as link-baiting comes the phenomenon of lsquofirst past the postrsquo journalism within the advertising-driven online publication world In this type of journalism emphasis is placed on being first to publish or break a news story Online publications that are first to break a news story attract a high amount of traffic (which translates into large revenues generated by advertising) since they are the only source of that particular information for a short space of time Online users have no choice but to visit that particular site if they wish to read the scoop The downside of this is that in a bid to be first to reap the advertising revenues frequently news stories are not properly checked for credibility On Monday 26 November 2012 nearly every online technology publication published the story of Google purchasing ICOA Wireless a Wi-Fi hot-spot
lsquoFrequently news stories are not properly checked for credibilityrsquo
lsquolsquoAlways check your sourcesrsquorsquo
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these people in business suits are rushing to check in their business cases Irsquom manoeuvring my 19-metre ski bag between them Strange looks and questions donrsquot surprise me anymore The looks whispers and questions Irsquove had while on trains from one place to the next or on the tram after going to the beach on my way to the indoor slope this summer On the one hand they made me feel like I was some strange creature from another planet but on the other they got me extra stoked up about what Irsquom doing
As I write this itrsquos a week after I checked in my bags and Irsquom sitting in my favourite coffee shop Cuppa Joersquos in Breckenridge Colorado Over the past five days Irsquove been getting up every morning at around 630 am and getting out at around 800am Anyone who knows me will probably raise an eyebrow at this When Irsquom working at home on my photos and stories for the White Freeski Magazine where Irsquom editor-in-chief or on freelance assignments my daily rhythm is completely the opposite But I guess thatrsquos the nice thing about jetlag
Itrsquos hard to describe the feeling of finally getting back
You know that feeling of bubbly excitement you get when you are getting ready to go and do something yoursquove been anticipating for a long long time It might be finally nailing that presentation to finish up university cooking a great dinner for friends or excitement about meeting up with someone
Getting my bags out from the basement after they had been collecting dust for the past eight months prompted those feelings to rush through my veins once again Even though I donrsquot mind being home going to the beach and rehabbing my knee and visiting friends in different countries over the summer all this has taken place in the city and Irsquove been missing the mountains terribly As Irsquom getting my bags out it makes me realise that it really is almost time for me to click into my skis again and breathe in the fresh mountain air
After packing it was finally time to get on my flight to Denver Colorado on Monday morning While all
white outBubbles of Excitement
By Ananda van Welij
Just another girl from a country without mountains addicted to snow
lsquoGo and do something yoursquove been anticipating for a long long timersquo
82sport
have ahead of me this winter Looking forward again instead of being bummed I try to focus on the bright side like I did while I was stuck at home rehabbing and walking on crutches Trying to be inspired by what I see around me and what others do and have instead of being frustrated by it
It makes me wonder about just working and meeting up with friends at home I know I have a privileged life as Irsquom sitting here but isnrsquot this something we all experience in our daily lives It can be hard to sit down let go of the frustration sadness and problems and look forward Itrsquos not always possible to do it overnight but I think that just trying makes you feel better and in the end it allows you to bubble with excitement again no matter if itrsquos for a day of skiing or for finishing that project
My new mission for this season is to stay positive and draw inspiration from the people and things around me Irsquoll let you know how Irsquom doing in three weeksrsquo time
onto my skis after being out for eight months due to a torn MCL Cruising down the hill feeling and hearing the snow crunch under my feet It might sound strange to you but to me itrsquos a special sort of magic I guess it has something to do with the dopamine your body makes while having a great rush of excitement Although Irsquom pretty tired right now and taking a day off from skiing just walking outside and knowing that I can go up the hill any moment I like makes me feel better
Being so excited to be back on the snow after an injury also has a downside It comes in the form of having to hold myself back Since my injury I havenrsquot been jumping or doing any crazy tricks Itrsquos hard seeing all my friends jump and having fun in the park knowing I really shouldnrsquot do any of that stuff yet My mind is screaming ldquoYou can do that toordquo But Irsquom scared of a repeat injury brought on by pushing myself too hard too fast I have to force myself to sit down talk to my friends and listen to their stories of having fun while being genuinely happy for them To enjoy the sun instead of freaking myself out eat some good food have a good laugh and think of all the fun trips I
lsquoExtra stoked up about what Irsquom doingrsquo
lsquoTo me itrsquos a special sort of magicrsquo
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We have reached the point of the season when the outstanding manager of the first half has his team profiled and receives a pat on the back An overall lead at Xmas more often than not means that the team has peaked during the first half of the season before going on to show signs of weakness This season unusually we have a manager who has led strongly from the very early weeks but who still has a full supply of substitutes in reserve This bodes ill for the other managers as even though he has been professionally hunted down to the point that his lead is now meagre (or even gone by the time this is published) Steven Fockema still holds all the aces given that his reserves remain intact while the chasersrsquo have been used up to varying degrees
Daft3Punks
GK Tim Krul (newcastle United) 25m ndash Out injured from the beginning of September until the end of November No proper form assessment possible so far this season and his team are in apparent gradual creep towards the relegation zone Rating 825
deF Jose enrique (Liverpool) 35m ndash At a work-in-progress team Now playing regularly as a midfielder and showing positive form Rating 85
deF daniel Agger (Liverpool) 4m ndash Still more bluster and posing than glory Rating 825
deF Winston Reid (West Ham) 1m ndash Doing New Zealand proud in the Premier League at his price West Ham may not secure a greater number of clean sheets in the second half of the season however Rating 80
deF Jan Vertonghen (Tottenham Hotspur) 45m ndash Handsome driving Belgian vanilla One of the stars of the season thus far Rating 90
mId Gareth Bale (Tottenham Hotspur) 55m ndash The most impressive individual player in the current Premier League Rating 915
mId michu (Swansea city) 2m ndash Incredible value at his price A natural goal-scorer extraordinaire who also gets around and shows versatility Rating 90
mId Yaya Toure (manchester city) 45m ndash Nowhere close to his form of the previous season even if that can change in the second half of this one Rating 850
FWd Fabio Borini (Liverpool) 3m ndash Tipped here to eventually do well but long-term injury befell him just at the time he was settling into his new team and system Rating 80
FWd olivier Giroud (Arsenal) 45m ndash Has been nudging levels above average of late Rating 850
FWd Papiss cisse (newcastle United) 5m ndash Another player showing an astonishing fall from the excellence of the final third of the previous season Newcastle United appear to need re-styling quickly Rating 825
overall rating 9340 (max 100)
The New Year will only bring fireworks given the keen match-up between FFG-CL managers
By Denson Pierre
The Gold Room
88
sport
89sport
wwwczechtourismcom
CZECH REPUBLIC - STUNNINGLY DIFFERENT
90
classifi eds
52art
53art
54art
55art
56art
art57
58classifi eds
MechelenAuthentic and full of surprises Thatrsquos Mechelen Hospitable and honourable Thatrsquos the people of Mechelen Come and experience the cityrsquos urban charms for yourself Mechelen
Authentic and full of surprises Thatrsquos Mechelen Hospitable and honourable Thatrsquos the people of Mechelen Come and experience the cityrsquos urban charms for yourself
photography copy Layla Aerts
59classifieds
CafeacuteBar Review Batavia 1920
lsquoClassic bar art embraces you as you enterrsquo
cafebar review60
Batavia 1920Prins Hendrikkade 85 1012 AE Amsterdam
It is always handy to know of a wholesome cafeacutebar that ticks all the boxes even if it happens to be located at the busiest point of the old city (obliquely opposite Central Station) Over the course of the different seasons I managed to assess this fine establishment which serves as another reminder of what good honest bars are all about There is still quality available in Amsterdam
AmbianceThoughtful solid furniture easy lighting and classic bar art embraces you as you enter With a chess club professional dart board regular parties and borrels the vibe ranges daily from mellow to vibrant Rating 5
StaffregularsOn my most recent visit I had the pleasure of Elizabeth and Jamie leading the service but staff members are always experienced service is quick and drinks are de-livered with fresh smiles whoever happens to be work-ing The regulars are plentiful and the bar emanates the energy of a good professional lsquoIrishrsquo bar attracting an eclectic international mix to this super-central location It is a perfect meeting point for friends from any cardi-nal direction with the national transportation hub being literally just across the road Rating 5
Televised sportAmple flat screens and channels Rating 4
PricesIn general the prices are standard Central Amsterdam levels which is sadly typical of grand cafeacutes in this post-code area What works in Bataviarsquos favour is that it has an above-average selection of lsquoBelgian beautiesrsquo (beer) on offer Given the advised dosage having two or three should not leave you broke or broken The kitchen also has quite a strong reputation for above-average pub fare The Sunday roast dinner is especially popular and keeps folk who like that sort of thing coming back as often as they can afford it Rating 3
MusicGenuinely diverse popular and world music from a crisp-sounding digital sound system and staff members seem to have cool taste in music Rating 5
Smoking area provisionThere is a large smoking room on the lower level Sim-ple and ingenious air-conditioning allows you to spend your full upstairs session there without the sense of be-ing fumigated If you were not told about the smoking area below you would not know there was one Rating 5
Total rating 2730(Ratings from 1-5 where 1 = Very poor and 5 = Excel-lent)
By Denson Pierre
lsquoA perfect meeting point for friends from any cardinal directionrsquo
cafebar review6
1
lsquoIt has an above-average selection of lsquoBelgian beautiesrsquorsquo
cafebar review62
lsquoStaff members seem to have cool taste in musicrsquo
cafebar review63
For complete and world class tours of Prague
Packages includebull Hidden and playful Prague (for families with young children)bull Literary Praguebull Prague Architecture through the agesbull Religion and the citybull The old city at night
These are detailed tours designed for visitors who wish to explore with great detail and not suitable for simply sight-seeing tourists
Day segments and ratesPR 0800-1230hrs AG 1330-1630hrs UE 1730-2130hrsAll sessions are priced at u 25 per single adult Group size upper limit = 8 Accompanied children under the age of five are gratis and school aged children pay 25 Family package rates are negotiable
ContactJaroslav Cernosek+420 602 228 797Mail jcernosekcentrumcz
wwwyourtuliptourcom
JC Tours
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classifieds
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star beer guide
The SentinelStar beer guide
lsquoFind the better bars serving it at the right price in the New Yearrsquo
Clever marketing and an effective pricing campaign has led to this A-class standard-bearing blonde becoming one of the most easily found lsquorealrsquo beers in Amsterdam cafeacutes and bars With its distinctive charisma and fresh fruity taste it sits just on the edge in terms of strength and only the brave and seasoned can be found using it as a session beer Prices across Amsterdam for the same Trappist-glass measure can range dramatically from euro 250 to euro 425 per glass so there is fun to be had trying to find the better bars serving it at the right price in the New Year Your search will be rewarded by this cool classic
Grimbergen Blonde is brewed by Alken-Maes Alken Belgium
By Denson Pierre
GRIMBERGEN BLONDE (67 ABV)
67star beer guide
68
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BRING BACK
A substantial amount of the culture on mainland Europe revolves around platinum-standard beer of various descriptions and fl avours being easily available Amsterdam is not lacking in cafeacutes bars off licences supermarkets and online outlets stocking truly great beers available either immediately or within 24 hours With the growing popularity of high-yeast and high alcohol by volume brands how these drinks are served is a cause for concern however
Led by the Belgians and French the art of designing a glass that refl ects the individual quality of the liquid experience within is among these productsrsquo most out-standing features after their fl avour and power to in-toxicate Any beer of decent repute has its own glass in which it is intended to be served This always takes the form and size of a sensible measure to ensure a taste experience at the correct temperature and allow people to enjoy the evoked sensations before fi nding them-selves suddenly and blindingly drunk What we now often fi nd in tourist-pressed Amsterdam are these lsquoreal beersrsquo being off ered and served to ignorant punters in pint (or half-litre) measures leading to people becom-ing drunk at speed and destroying the overall aesthetic of lsquobeering itrsquo with style
The Sentinel says bring back the serving of high-alco-hol-content drinks in appropriate measures and if pos-sible in the glasses especially designed for the purpose This would be desirable for all manner of reasons not least health and safety Barkeepers can be educators too and it shouldnrsquot be too diffi cult to persuade tourists (usually German British and Irish) who represent the majority of volume drinkers in the cityrsquos more desirable watering holes It is foolish greedy and uncouth to con-sume high-alcohol beverages in such volumes and not expect to end up senselessly drunk and ultimately spoil the whole experience Volume drinkers should simply be directed to the lsquopiss waterrsquo beers of which there are many to satiate their needs and leave the quality beer tours for when they have educated themselves in the culture and manner of consumption that ensures maxi-mum pleasure and above all style
By Denson Pierre
STYLED BEER GLASSES
69amsterdam city life
We find the best most fun most typical exciting or local favourite restaurants etcetera in Amsterdam and bring them to you an easy way to feel like a local
Het Compagnie Theater Amsterdam 12122012
Recommended
70recommended
EUROGIFTSXenonweg 9 3812 SZ Amersfoort
Tel 033 - 454 35 75 - Fax 033 - 454 35 79E-mail lmproefeurogiftsnl
Website wwweurogiftsnl
FILMPROEF
ORDERNUMMER 6021022ARTIKELNUMMER 65123
Ware grootte (indien uitgeprint)Kleur opdruk Wit
Mulligans Irish Music BarAmsterdamrsquos best address for live Irish music Five (5) nights a week Check our agenda for upcoming sessions
Cafeacute KostverlorenCafeacute Kostverloren is a contemporary cafe offering the cosiness of a saloon an open kitchen and the intimacy of a living room During summer there is a large sunny terrace and during winter an open fi replace
VibesVibes is a relaxing cafecocktail bar art gallery with a large selection of coffees herbal teas homemade cakes and an amazing card of cocktails made with fresh fruit by a professional cocktail bartenderEnjoy our Italian kitchen in a cosy and friendly atmosphere
IncantoIncanto is a restaurant with a classic Italian kitchen Venetian chef Simone Ambrosin is known for his pure and simple style of cooking with feeling for nuance The wine list contains over 150 Italian wines
Planet RosePlanet Rose is the fi rst Caribbean restaurant in the Netherlands which specializes in Jamaican cuisine The menu features a daily changing selection of JamaicanCaribbean dishes and they ensure that you enjoy the whole expe-rience while dining with them
Cafe TisfrisCafe Tisfris is recognisable for its landmarks funky pillars and terrace Tisfris offers a friendly service and is a great pit stop for ldquoyummyrdquo refreshments
Cafe restaurant EdelCafe restaurant Edel is the perfect place for lunch dinner or to simply enjoy a drink Edel is a unique place in Amsterdam
Cafeacute OportoCafeacute Oporto is a traditional Amsterdam lsquobrown cafersquo Welcoming tourists and regular customers alike they offer televised sports wireless internet connection and a wide range of reasonably priced beers and spirits
Connoisseurs Delight Fun Drinking amp MusicTo Be Seen and Tasted
To Be Seen and Tasted
Fun Drinking amp Music
Connoisseurs Delight
Connoisseurs Delight
To Be Seen and Tasted
Neighbourhood cosy
Opera Prima - Patisserie Bistro TraiteurThe best place in town for lunch exquisite high teas or brunches and all of your luxury catering both private and corporate
Kinkerstraat 228 Amsterdamwwwoperaprimanl
St Antoniebreestraat 142 Amsterdamwwwtisfrisnl
Postjesweg 1 1057 DT Amsterdamwwwedelamsterdamnl
Zoutsteeg 1 1012 LX Amsterdamwwwcafeoportonethome
Amstel 100 1017 AC Amsterdamwwwmulligansnl
2e Kostverlorenkade 70 Amsterdamwwwcafekostverlorennl
Jan Pieter Heijestraat 137 Amsterdamwwwwixcomvibes137vibes
Amstel 2 Amsterdamwwwrestaurant-incantonl
Nicolaas Beetsstraat 47 Amsterdamwwwplanetroseinfo
71recommended
Answer to sentinelpostgmailcom
Where is this inAmsterdam
72spotted
Room 2cfilm
This is the one that will make you pause James Stewart one of my top ten actors of all time plays a businessman fighting to keep his life and family together while everything is crashing down around him In steps an lsquoangelrsquo to try and convince him that life is not as bad as it seems and that other people would be a lot worse off without him Probably the highest rated film Irsquove ever reviewed and one of the most Christmas-delicious I know
Could you walk 2400 kilometres while being pursued with little more than a longing to return to your homeland and mother to keep you and your dependant companions going Would you do this twice This utterly moving film highlights the true-life Australian apartheid practices of the twentieth century and the trauma it caused to native Australians The barren landscapes provide the perfect backdrop for compelling cinema-tography and its dryness will be irrigated by your tears
By David King
By dpmotions
Itrsquos a Wonderful Life (1946)
Rabbit-Proof Fence (2002)
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74trends
lsquoFacebook in particular is responsible for exacerbating unspoken competitivenessrsquo
By Dirkje Bakker-Pierre
Trends in the food industry are moving faster than lightning and are harder and harder to keep up with When you are all geared up to create your own artsy cupcakes all of a sudden cupcakes are out and macaroons are the flavour of the day
Sweat dripping and cheeks burning with stress levels going through the roof women all around the country have been toiling night and day to create just the right pimped-up cakes (completely covered in layers of pink and red marzipan tiny silver sugar balls and rose petals made from feather-light sugar) which look like they come from one of the newly popped-up cupcake shops Facebook in particular is responsible for exacerbating unspoken competitiveness due to images being posted of better looking and prettier cakes just after you posted your own in comparison pretty sad creations forcing you back into the kitchen to try again
One day itrsquos cutting out names from layers of chocolate the next itrsquos squirting curls and swirls of rainbow colours or grating organic carrots for the rather awkward lsquohealthyrsquo version the carrot cupcake
Shops have adjusted their aisles to make way for endless shelves of specialised products in all ranges of sweetness and multicoloured cuteness shapes tools mixtures and machines It is a whole world of custom products which just keeps growing and changing and you need to keep up with it all or risk being hopelessly left behind There are pink-coloured cook books workshops websites self-help groups and neglected overweight children crying for something non-sweet for once
But then after all your attempts and when you finally think you have achieved perfection before you know it you make a complete fool of yourself by serving the wrong type of sweet and colourful titbits because a new trend has already arrived That really makes you feel like a macaroon
All Caked Out
75trends
Winter solstice is an exciting time of year when we all start dreaming of more sun more light and more inspiration Continuing the gemstone theme I would like to draw your attention to the very lovely and sparkling sunstone also known as heliolite It is the official gemstone of the US state of Oregon which is a prime source for this beautiful gem The name heliolite is derived from the Greek lsquoheliosrsquo and lsquolithosrsquo which mean lsquosunrsquo and lsquostonersquo It was first discovered in Viking burial mounds but despite its long history is not found in abundance
Sunstone is metallic in appearance and comes in red orange or green colours However cleaner red sunstone is very rare and commands proper gemstone prices The stone is a composite of oligoclase feldspar which also contains hematite or goethite The presence of hematite or goethite gives the stone its ability to reflect light hence the name sunstone Sunstone is said to be an inspiration stone able to bestow freedom independence and happiness It also said to reduce fear alleviate stress and bring good luck in any game of chance This sparkly stone has a further use in healing and is believed to endow its wearers with enhanced self-healing powers Other properties
Shine
By Evelina Kvartunaite
ndash
lsquoDreaming of more sun more light and more inspirationrsquo
ndash
include stimulating the vegetative autonomic nervous system and enhancing the harmonious functioning of all the bodyrsquos organs It is also quite helpful in cases of exhaustion due to lack of sleep
The gemstone is used to treat chronic sore throats and relieves pain caused by stomach ulcers It has proved successful in alleviating Seasonal Affective Disorder (or SAD) and is also known for relieving cartilage problems rheumatism and general aches and pains Sunstone helps in dealing with depression and frees its wearers from feelings of discrimination and failure as well as from perceptions of an lsquoevil worldrsquo Sunstone increases a personrsquos sense of self-esteem and self-worth
Sunstone is particularly beneficial when used in sunshine or sunlight It brings abundance to a personrsquos life and transforms negative energy into positive energy
If you have any other helpful tips you would like to share please let me know at evelinakvartunaiteconsultancymarketmediacom
76health amp well-being
ndash
lsquoBestow freedom independence and happinessrsquo
ndash
ndash
lsquoIt has proved successful in alleviating Seasonal Affective
Disorderrsquo
ndash
77health amp well-being
world this lsquotrickeryrsquo has moved online With todayrsquos short attention spans the potential to draw users to a website and retain them is a crucial skill which is rewarded by the revenue that can be generated based on how long a user stays on a website Link-baiting should have been foreseen since it is inevitable
Every click on a website is a revenue-generating moment in terms of advertising The amount of adverts to which you can expose an online user as they click to and through your website is the currency used to determine whether an advertising agency spends its budget on one publication over another Real journalism and insightful opinions once drove online traffic for web publications but link-baiting is now seriously derailing this approach
Most of the time the story behind the sensational link does not live up to expectations A typical example of this can be found in the online edition of the Watford Observer on Tuesday 31 July 2012 The link-bait read ldquoCameron Diaz vows to kick drug habit with help of stepdadrdquo However following the link or falling for the bait led to the underwhelming story ldquoDrug user Cameron Diaz of Broomfield Rise Abbots Langley has sworn to clean up his act with the help of his stepfatherrdquo Although the story was factually correct the intention of the publication was to trick the
One of my previous articles described how online technology publications are subverting reality by not correctly echoing the sentiments of the consuming public Part of the cause of this is that usually in a bid to counter the majority of lacklustre stories floating around they subvert reality to make it more interesting How many non-geeks really care about the advantages of modelling parallelism on serial programs with the Intelreg Advisor XE Itrsquos certainly not a typically newsworthy story
As a result an annoying phenomenon has slowly been building momentum This is now quite evident all over the internet and is destroying good journalism The phenomenon is called Link-baiting Our trustworthy source of internet knowledge describes Link-bait(ing) as anything ldquointeresting enough to catch peoplersquos attentionrdquo (httpenwikipediaorgwikiLink_bait)
Link-baiting is synonymous with the sensational cover stories used on the front of magazines to entice people walking past to pick up the magazines and delve into them As with most things from the print
No news is good news
lsquoQuite evident all over the internet and is destroying good
journalismrsquo
By Simon Owusu
technology
TechBit Sio-Bytes
78
provider in America to the tune of US$ 400 million The initial story broke on the PRWEB website and the majority of online publications regurgitated the story with no additional insights such as the implications of such a deal which real journalism would call for None of them bothered to check the sources or the credibility of the story Millions of revenue-generating clicks later the more seasoned online publications such as CNN AllThings D and CNET broke the bigger story that the press release was fake and that both Google and ICOA Wireless had denied the story In a rush to break the story the first rule of journalism was contravened lsquoAlways check your sourcesrsquo
Given the transient nature of any false news stories posted on the internet these days the story quickly disappeared from most of the offending publications and today you will be hard pressed to find any mention of this slip-up The Sentinel we like to think always brings you the truth albeit typed on an iPad Mini so donrsquot count on us to follow such faulty phenomena and trends
online user into clicking on it due to the coincidental name-sharing of the Abbots Langley Cameron Diaz with the famous American actress Every link clicked demonstrates the potential for advertisers to reach larger audiences and generate revenue for the online publications
From the same school as link-baiting comes the phenomenon of lsquofirst past the postrsquo journalism within the advertising-driven online publication world In this type of journalism emphasis is placed on being first to publish or break a news story Online publications that are first to break a news story attract a high amount of traffic (which translates into large revenues generated by advertising) since they are the only source of that particular information for a short space of time Online users have no choice but to visit that particular site if they wish to read the scoop The downside of this is that in a bid to be first to reap the advertising revenues frequently news stories are not properly checked for credibility On Monday 26 November 2012 nearly every online technology publication published the story of Google purchasing ICOA Wireless a Wi-Fi hot-spot
lsquoFrequently news stories are not properly checked for credibilityrsquo
lsquolsquoAlways check your sourcesrsquorsquo
technology79
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these people in business suits are rushing to check in their business cases Irsquom manoeuvring my 19-metre ski bag between them Strange looks and questions donrsquot surprise me anymore The looks whispers and questions Irsquove had while on trains from one place to the next or on the tram after going to the beach on my way to the indoor slope this summer On the one hand they made me feel like I was some strange creature from another planet but on the other they got me extra stoked up about what Irsquom doing
As I write this itrsquos a week after I checked in my bags and Irsquom sitting in my favourite coffee shop Cuppa Joersquos in Breckenridge Colorado Over the past five days Irsquove been getting up every morning at around 630 am and getting out at around 800am Anyone who knows me will probably raise an eyebrow at this When Irsquom working at home on my photos and stories for the White Freeski Magazine where Irsquom editor-in-chief or on freelance assignments my daily rhythm is completely the opposite But I guess thatrsquos the nice thing about jetlag
Itrsquos hard to describe the feeling of finally getting back
You know that feeling of bubbly excitement you get when you are getting ready to go and do something yoursquove been anticipating for a long long time It might be finally nailing that presentation to finish up university cooking a great dinner for friends or excitement about meeting up with someone
Getting my bags out from the basement after they had been collecting dust for the past eight months prompted those feelings to rush through my veins once again Even though I donrsquot mind being home going to the beach and rehabbing my knee and visiting friends in different countries over the summer all this has taken place in the city and Irsquove been missing the mountains terribly As Irsquom getting my bags out it makes me realise that it really is almost time for me to click into my skis again and breathe in the fresh mountain air
After packing it was finally time to get on my flight to Denver Colorado on Monday morning While all
white outBubbles of Excitement
By Ananda van Welij
Just another girl from a country without mountains addicted to snow
lsquoGo and do something yoursquove been anticipating for a long long timersquo
82sport
have ahead of me this winter Looking forward again instead of being bummed I try to focus on the bright side like I did while I was stuck at home rehabbing and walking on crutches Trying to be inspired by what I see around me and what others do and have instead of being frustrated by it
It makes me wonder about just working and meeting up with friends at home I know I have a privileged life as Irsquom sitting here but isnrsquot this something we all experience in our daily lives It can be hard to sit down let go of the frustration sadness and problems and look forward Itrsquos not always possible to do it overnight but I think that just trying makes you feel better and in the end it allows you to bubble with excitement again no matter if itrsquos for a day of skiing or for finishing that project
My new mission for this season is to stay positive and draw inspiration from the people and things around me Irsquoll let you know how Irsquom doing in three weeksrsquo time
onto my skis after being out for eight months due to a torn MCL Cruising down the hill feeling and hearing the snow crunch under my feet It might sound strange to you but to me itrsquos a special sort of magic I guess it has something to do with the dopamine your body makes while having a great rush of excitement Although Irsquom pretty tired right now and taking a day off from skiing just walking outside and knowing that I can go up the hill any moment I like makes me feel better
Being so excited to be back on the snow after an injury also has a downside It comes in the form of having to hold myself back Since my injury I havenrsquot been jumping or doing any crazy tricks Itrsquos hard seeing all my friends jump and having fun in the park knowing I really shouldnrsquot do any of that stuff yet My mind is screaming ldquoYou can do that toordquo But Irsquom scared of a repeat injury brought on by pushing myself too hard too fast I have to force myself to sit down talk to my friends and listen to their stories of having fun while being genuinely happy for them To enjoy the sun instead of freaking myself out eat some good food have a good laugh and think of all the fun trips I
lsquoExtra stoked up about what Irsquom doingrsquo
lsquoTo me itrsquos a special sort of magicrsquo
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sport
sport85
sport
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We have reached the point of the season when the outstanding manager of the first half has his team profiled and receives a pat on the back An overall lead at Xmas more often than not means that the team has peaked during the first half of the season before going on to show signs of weakness This season unusually we have a manager who has led strongly from the very early weeks but who still has a full supply of substitutes in reserve This bodes ill for the other managers as even though he has been professionally hunted down to the point that his lead is now meagre (or even gone by the time this is published) Steven Fockema still holds all the aces given that his reserves remain intact while the chasersrsquo have been used up to varying degrees
Daft3Punks
GK Tim Krul (newcastle United) 25m ndash Out injured from the beginning of September until the end of November No proper form assessment possible so far this season and his team are in apparent gradual creep towards the relegation zone Rating 825
deF Jose enrique (Liverpool) 35m ndash At a work-in-progress team Now playing regularly as a midfielder and showing positive form Rating 85
deF daniel Agger (Liverpool) 4m ndash Still more bluster and posing than glory Rating 825
deF Winston Reid (West Ham) 1m ndash Doing New Zealand proud in the Premier League at his price West Ham may not secure a greater number of clean sheets in the second half of the season however Rating 80
deF Jan Vertonghen (Tottenham Hotspur) 45m ndash Handsome driving Belgian vanilla One of the stars of the season thus far Rating 90
mId Gareth Bale (Tottenham Hotspur) 55m ndash The most impressive individual player in the current Premier League Rating 915
mId michu (Swansea city) 2m ndash Incredible value at his price A natural goal-scorer extraordinaire who also gets around and shows versatility Rating 90
mId Yaya Toure (manchester city) 45m ndash Nowhere close to his form of the previous season even if that can change in the second half of this one Rating 850
FWd Fabio Borini (Liverpool) 3m ndash Tipped here to eventually do well but long-term injury befell him just at the time he was settling into his new team and system Rating 80
FWd olivier Giroud (Arsenal) 45m ndash Has been nudging levels above average of late Rating 850
FWd Papiss cisse (newcastle United) 5m ndash Another player showing an astonishing fall from the excellence of the final third of the previous season Newcastle United appear to need re-styling quickly Rating 825
overall rating 9340 (max 100)
The New Year will only bring fireworks given the keen match-up between FFG-CL managers
By Denson Pierre
The Gold Room
88
sport
89sport
wwwczechtourismcom
CZECH REPUBLIC - STUNNINGLY DIFFERENT
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MechelenAuthentic and full of surprises Thatrsquos Mechelen Hospitable and honourable Thatrsquos the people of Mechelen Come and experience the cityrsquos urban charms for yourself Mechelen
Authentic and full of surprises Thatrsquos Mechelen Hospitable and honourable Thatrsquos the people of Mechelen Come and experience the cityrsquos urban charms for yourself
photography copy Layla Aerts
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CafeacuteBar Review Batavia 1920
lsquoClassic bar art embraces you as you enterrsquo
cafebar review60
Batavia 1920Prins Hendrikkade 85 1012 AE Amsterdam
It is always handy to know of a wholesome cafeacutebar that ticks all the boxes even if it happens to be located at the busiest point of the old city (obliquely opposite Central Station) Over the course of the different seasons I managed to assess this fine establishment which serves as another reminder of what good honest bars are all about There is still quality available in Amsterdam
AmbianceThoughtful solid furniture easy lighting and classic bar art embraces you as you enter With a chess club professional dart board regular parties and borrels the vibe ranges daily from mellow to vibrant Rating 5
StaffregularsOn my most recent visit I had the pleasure of Elizabeth and Jamie leading the service but staff members are always experienced service is quick and drinks are de-livered with fresh smiles whoever happens to be work-ing The regulars are plentiful and the bar emanates the energy of a good professional lsquoIrishrsquo bar attracting an eclectic international mix to this super-central location It is a perfect meeting point for friends from any cardi-nal direction with the national transportation hub being literally just across the road Rating 5
Televised sportAmple flat screens and channels Rating 4
PricesIn general the prices are standard Central Amsterdam levels which is sadly typical of grand cafeacutes in this post-code area What works in Bataviarsquos favour is that it has an above-average selection of lsquoBelgian beautiesrsquo (beer) on offer Given the advised dosage having two or three should not leave you broke or broken The kitchen also has quite a strong reputation for above-average pub fare The Sunday roast dinner is especially popular and keeps folk who like that sort of thing coming back as often as they can afford it Rating 3
MusicGenuinely diverse popular and world music from a crisp-sounding digital sound system and staff members seem to have cool taste in music Rating 5
Smoking area provisionThere is a large smoking room on the lower level Sim-ple and ingenious air-conditioning allows you to spend your full upstairs session there without the sense of be-ing fumigated If you were not told about the smoking area below you would not know there was one Rating 5
Total rating 2730(Ratings from 1-5 where 1 = Very poor and 5 = Excel-lent)
By Denson Pierre
lsquoA perfect meeting point for friends from any cardinal directionrsquo
cafebar review6
1
lsquoIt has an above-average selection of lsquoBelgian beautiesrsquorsquo
cafebar review62
lsquoStaff members seem to have cool taste in musicrsquo
cafebar review63
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JC Tours
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star beer guide
The SentinelStar beer guide
lsquoFind the better bars serving it at the right price in the New Yearrsquo
Clever marketing and an effective pricing campaign has led to this A-class standard-bearing blonde becoming one of the most easily found lsquorealrsquo beers in Amsterdam cafeacutes and bars With its distinctive charisma and fresh fruity taste it sits just on the edge in terms of strength and only the brave and seasoned can be found using it as a session beer Prices across Amsterdam for the same Trappist-glass measure can range dramatically from euro 250 to euro 425 per glass so there is fun to be had trying to find the better bars serving it at the right price in the New Year Your search will be rewarded by this cool classic
Grimbergen Blonde is brewed by Alken-Maes Alken Belgium
By Denson Pierre
GRIMBERGEN BLONDE (67 ABV)
67star beer guide
68
classifi edsclassifi eds
BRING BACK
A substantial amount of the culture on mainland Europe revolves around platinum-standard beer of various descriptions and fl avours being easily available Amsterdam is not lacking in cafeacutes bars off licences supermarkets and online outlets stocking truly great beers available either immediately or within 24 hours With the growing popularity of high-yeast and high alcohol by volume brands how these drinks are served is a cause for concern however
Led by the Belgians and French the art of designing a glass that refl ects the individual quality of the liquid experience within is among these productsrsquo most out-standing features after their fl avour and power to in-toxicate Any beer of decent repute has its own glass in which it is intended to be served This always takes the form and size of a sensible measure to ensure a taste experience at the correct temperature and allow people to enjoy the evoked sensations before fi nding them-selves suddenly and blindingly drunk What we now often fi nd in tourist-pressed Amsterdam are these lsquoreal beersrsquo being off ered and served to ignorant punters in pint (or half-litre) measures leading to people becom-ing drunk at speed and destroying the overall aesthetic of lsquobeering itrsquo with style
The Sentinel says bring back the serving of high-alco-hol-content drinks in appropriate measures and if pos-sible in the glasses especially designed for the purpose This would be desirable for all manner of reasons not least health and safety Barkeepers can be educators too and it shouldnrsquot be too diffi cult to persuade tourists (usually German British and Irish) who represent the majority of volume drinkers in the cityrsquos more desirable watering holes It is foolish greedy and uncouth to con-sume high-alcohol beverages in such volumes and not expect to end up senselessly drunk and ultimately spoil the whole experience Volume drinkers should simply be directed to the lsquopiss waterrsquo beers of which there are many to satiate their needs and leave the quality beer tours for when they have educated themselves in the culture and manner of consumption that ensures maxi-mum pleasure and above all style
By Denson Pierre
STYLED BEER GLASSES
69amsterdam city life
We find the best most fun most typical exciting or local favourite restaurants etcetera in Amsterdam and bring them to you an easy way to feel like a local
Het Compagnie Theater Amsterdam 12122012
Recommended
70recommended
EUROGIFTSXenonweg 9 3812 SZ Amersfoort
Tel 033 - 454 35 75 - Fax 033 - 454 35 79E-mail lmproefeurogiftsnl
Website wwweurogiftsnl
FILMPROEF
ORDERNUMMER 6021022ARTIKELNUMMER 65123
Ware grootte (indien uitgeprint)Kleur opdruk Wit
Mulligans Irish Music BarAmsterdamrsquos best address for live Irish music Five (5) nights a week Check our agenda for upcoming sessions
Cafeacute KostverlorenCafeacute Kostverloren is a contemporary cafe offering the cosiness of a saloon an open kitchen and the intimacy of a living room During summer there is a large sunny terrace and during winter an open fi replace
VibesVibes is a relaxing cafecocktail bar art gallery with a large selection of coffees herbal teas homemade cakes and an amazing card of cocktails made with fresh fruit by a professional cocktail bartenderEnjoy our Italian kitchen in a cosy and friendly atmosphere
IncantoIncanto is a restaurant with a classic Italian kitchen Venetian chef Simone Ambrosin is known for his pure and simple style of cooking with feeling for nuance The wine list contains over 150 Italian wines
Planet RosePlanet Rose is the fi rst Caribbean restaurant in the Netherlands which specializes in Jamaican cuisine The menu features a daily changing selection of JamaicanCaribbean dishes and they ensure that you enjoy the whole expe-rience while dining with them
Cafe TisfrisCafe Tisfris is recognisable for its landmarks funky pillars and terrace Tisfris offers a friendly service and is a great pit stop for ldquoyummyrdquo refreshments
Cafe restaurant EdelCafe restaurant Edel is the perfect place for lunch dinner or to simply enjoy a drink Edel is a unique place in Amsterdam
Cafeacute OportoCafeacute Oporto is a traditional Amsterdam lsquobrown cafersquo Welcoming tourists and regular customers alike they offer televised sports wireless internet connection and a wide range of reasonably priced beers and spirits
Connoisseurs Delight Fun Drinking amp MusicTo Be Seen and Tasted
To Be Seen and Tasted
Fun Drinking amp Music
Connoisseurs Delight
Connoisseurs Delight
To Be Seen and Tasted
Neighbourhood cosy
Opera Prima - Patisserie Bistro TraiteurThe best place in town for lunch exquisite high teas or brunches and all of your luxury catering both private and corporate
Kinkerstraat 228 Amsterdamwwwoperaprimanl
St Antoniebreestraat 142 Amsterdamwwwtisfrisnl
Postjesweg 1 1057 DT Amsterdamwwwedelamsterdamnl
Zoutsteeg 1 1012 LX Amsterdamwwwcafeoportonethome
Amstel 100 1017 AC Amsterdamwwwmulligansnl
2e Kostverlorenkade 70 Amsterdamwwwcafekostverlorennl
Jan Pieter Heijestraat 137 Amsterdamwwwwixcomvibes137vibes
Amstel 2 Amsterdamwwwrestaurant-incantonl
Nicolaas Beetsstraat 47 Amsterdamwwwplanetroseinfo
71recommended
Answer to sentinelpostgmailcom
Where is this inAmsterdam
72spotted
Room 2cfilm
This is the one that will make you pause James Stewart one of my top ten actors of all time plays a businessman fighting to keep his life and family together while everything is crashing down around him In steps an lsquoangelrsquo to try and convince him that life is not as bad as it seems and that other people would be a lot worse off without him Probably the highest rated film Irsquove ever reviewed and one of the most Christmas-delicious I know
Could you walk 2400 kilometres while being pursued with little more than a longing to return to your homeland and mother to keep you and your dependant companions going Would you do this twice This utterly moving film highlights the true-life Australian apartheid practices of the twentieth century and the trauma it caused to native Australians The barren landscapes provide the perfect backdrop for compelling cinema-tography and its dryness will be irrigated by your tears
By David King
By dpmotions
Itrsquos a Wonderful Life (1946)
Rabbit-Proof Fence (2002)
73room2c
74trends
lsquoFacebook in particular is responsible for exacerbating unspoken competitivenessrsquo
By Dirkje Bakker-Pierre
Trends in the food industry are moving faster than lightning and are harder and harder to keep up with When you are all geared up to create your own artsy cupcakes all of a sudden cupcakes are out and macaroons are the flavour of the day
Sweat dripping and cheeks burning with stress levels going through the roof women all around the country have been toiling night and day to create just the right pimped-up cakes (completely covered in layers of pink and red marzipan tiny silver sugar balls and rose petals made from feather-light sugar) which look like they come from one of the newly popped-up cupcake shops Facebook in particular is responsible for exacerbating unspoken competitiveness due to images being posted of better looking and prettier cakes just after you posted your own in comparison pretty sad creations forcing you back into the kitchen to try again
One day itrsquos cutting out names from layers of chocolate the next itrsquos squirting curls and swirls of rainbow colours or grating organic carrots for the rather awkward lsquohealthyrsquo version the carrot cupcake
Shops have adjusted their aisles to make way for endless shelves of specialised products in all ranges of sweetness and multicoloured cuteness shapes tools mixtures and machines It is a whole world of custom products which just keeps growing and changing and you need to keep up with it all or risk being hopelessly left behind There are pink-coloured cook books workshops websites self-help groups and neglected overweight children crying for something non-sweet for once
But then after all your attempts and when you finally think you have achieved perfection before you know it you make a complete fool of yourself by serving the wrong type of sweet and colourful titbits because a new trend has already arrived That really makes you feel like a macaroon
All Caked Out
75trends
Winter solstice is an exciting time of year when we all start dreaming of more sun more light and more inspiration Continuing the gemstone theme I would like to draw your attention to the very lovely and sparkling sunstone also known as heliolite It is the official gemstone of the US state of Oregon which is a prime source for this beautiful gem The name heliolite is derived from the Greek lsquoheliosrsquo and lsquolithosrsquo which mean lsquosunrsquo and lsquostonersquo It was first discovered in Viking burial mounds but despite its long history is not found in abundance
Sunstone is metallic in appearance and comes in red orange or green colours However cleaner red sunstone is very rare and commands proper gemstone prices The stone is a composite of oligoclase feldspar which also contains hematite or goethite The presence of hematite or goethite gives the stone its ability to reflect light hence the name sunstone Sunstone is said to be an inspiration stone able to bestow freedom independence and happiness It also said to reduce fear alleviate stress and bring good luck in any game of chance This sparkly stone has a further use in healing and is believed to endow its wearers with enhanced self-healing powers Other properties
Shine
By Evelina Kvartunaite
ndash
lsquoDreaming of more sun more light and more inspirationrsquo
ndash
include stimulating the vegetative autonomic nervous system and enhancing the harmonious functioning of all the bodyrsquos organs It is also quite helpful in cases of exhaustion due to lack of sleep
The gemstone is used to treat chronic sore throats and relieves pain caused by stomach ulcers It has proved successful in alleviating Seasonal Affective Disorder (or SAD) and is also known for relieving cartilage problems rheumatism and general aches and pains Sunstone helps in dealing with depression and frees its wearers from feelings of discrimination and failure as well as from perceptions of an lsquoevil worldrsquo Sunstone increases a personrsquos sense of self-esteem and self-worth
Sunstone is particularly beneficial when used in sunshine or sunlight It brings abundance to a personrsquos life and transforms negative energy into positive energy
If you have any other helpful tips you would like to share please let me know at evelinakvartunaiteconsultancymarketmediacom
76health amp well-being
ndash
lsquoBestow freedom independence and happinessrsquo
ndash
ndash
lsquoIt has proved successful in alleviating Seasonal Affective
Disorderrsquo
ndash
77health amp well-being
world this lsquotrickeryrsquo has moved online With todayrsquos short attention spans the potential to draw users to a website and retain them is a crucial skill which is rewarded by the revenue that can be generated based on how long a user stays on a website Link-baiting should have been foreseen since it is inevitable
Every click on a website is a revenue-generating moment in terms of advertising The amount of adverts to which you can expose an online user as they click to and through your website is the currency used to determine whether an advertising agency spends its budget on one publication over another Real journalism and insightful opinions once drove online traffic for web publications but link-baiting is now seriously derailing this approach
Most of the time the story behind the sensational link does not live up to expectations A typical example of this can be found in the online edition of the Watford Observer on Tuesday 31 July 2012 The link-bait read ldquoCameron Diaz vows to kick drug habit with help of stepdadrdquo However following the link or falling for the bait led to the underwhelming story ldquoDrug user Cameron Diaz of Broomfield Rise Abbots Langley has sworn to clean up his act with the help of his stepfatherrdquo Although the story was factually correct the intention of the publication was to trick the
One of my previous articles described how online technology publications are subverting reality by not correctly echoing the sentiments of the consuming public Part of the cause of this is that usually in a bid to counter the majority of lacklustre stories floating around they subvert reality to make it more interesting How many non-geeks really care about the advantages of modelling parallelism on serial programs with the Intelreg Advisor XE Itrsquos certainly not a typically newsworthy story
As a result an annoying phenomenon has slowly been building momentum This is now quite evident all over the internet and is destroying good journalism The phenomenon is called Link-baiting Our trustworthy source of internet knowledge describes Link-bait(ing) as anything ldquointeresting enough to catch peoplersquos attentionrdquo (httpenwikipediaorgwikiLink_bait)
Link-baiting is synonymous with the sensational cover stories used on the front of magazines to entice people walking past to pick up the magazines and delve into them As with most things from the print
No news is good news
lsquoQuite evident all over the internet and is destroying good
journalismrsquo
By Simon Owusu
technology
TechBit Sio-Bytes
78
provider in America to the tune of US$ 400 million The initial story broke on the PRWEB website and the majority of online publications regurgitated the story with no additional insights such as the implications of such a deal which real journalism would call for None of them bothered to check the sources or the credibility of the story Millions of revenue-generating clicks later the more seasoned online publications such as CNN AllThings D and CNET broke the bigger story that the press release was fake and that both Google and ICOA Wireless had denied the story In a rush to break the story the first rule of journalism was contravened lsquoAlways check your sourcesrsquo
Given the transient nature of any false news stories posted on the internet these days the story quickly disappeared from most of the offending publications and today you will be hard pressed to find any mention of this slip-up The Sentinel we like to think always brings you the truth albeit typed on an iPad Mini so donrsquot count on us to follow such faulty phenomena and trends
online user into clicking on it due to the coincidental name-sharing of the Abbots Langley Cameron Diaz with the famous American actress Every link clicked demonstrates the potential for advertisers to reach larger audiences and generate revenue for the online publications
From the same school as link-baiting comes the phenomenon of lsquofirst past the postrsquo journalism within the advertising-driven online publication world In this type of journalism emphasis is placed on being first to publish or break a news story Online publications that are first to break a news story attract a high amount of traffic (which translates into large revenues generated by advertising) since they are the only source of that particular information for a short space of time Online users have no choice but to visit that particular site if they wish to read the scoop The downside of this is that in a bid to be first to reap the advertising revenues frequently news stories are not properly checked for credibility On Monday 26 November 2012 nearly every online technology publication published the story of Google purchasing ICOA Wireless a Wi-Fi hot-spot
lsquoFrequently news stories are not properly checked for credibilityrsquo
lsquolsquoAlways check your sourcesrsquorsquo
technology79
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these people in business suits are rushing to check in their business cases Irsquom manoeuvring my 19-metre ski bag between them Strange looks and questions donrsquot surprise me anymore The looks whispers and questions Irsquove had while on trains from one place to the next or on the tram after going to the beach on my way to the indoor slope this summer On the one hand they made me feel like I was some strange creature from another planet but on the other they got me extra stoked up about what Irsquom doing
As I write this itrsquos a week after I checked in my bags and Irsquom sitting in my favourite coffee shop Cuppa Joersquos in Breckenridge Colorado Over the past five days Irsquove been getting up every morning at around 630 am and getting out at around 800am Anyone who knows me will probably raise an eyebrow at this When Irsquom working at home on my photos and stories for the White Freeski Magazine where Irsquom editor-in-chief or on freelance assignments my daily rhythm is completely the opposite But I guess thatrsquos the nice thing about jetlag
Itrsquos hard to describe the feeling of finally getting back
You know that feeling of bubbly excitement you get when you are getting ready to go and do something yoursquove been anticipating for a long long time It might be finally nailing that presentation to finish up university cooking a great dinner for friends or excitement about meeting up with someone
Getting my bags out from the basement after they had been collecting dust for the past eight months prompted those feelings to rush through my veins once again Even though I donrsquot mind being home going to the beach and rehabbing my knee and visiting friends in different countries over the summer all this has taken place in the city and Irsquove been missing the mountains terribly As Irsquom getting my bags out it makes me realise that it really is almost time for me to click into my skis again and breathe in the fresh mountain air
After packing it was finally time to get on my flight to Denver Colorado on Monday morning While all
white outBubbles of Excitement
By Ananda van Welij
Just another girl from a country without mountains addicted to snow
lsquoGo and do something yoursquove been anticipating for a long long timersquo
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have ahead of me this winter Looking forward again instead of being bummed I try to focus on the bright side like I did while I was stuck at home rehabbing and walking on crutches Trying to be inspired by what I see around me and what others do and have instead of being frustrated by it
It makes me wonder about just working and meeting up with friends at home I know I have a privileged life as Irsquom sitting here but isnrsquot this something we all experience in our daily lives It can be hard to sit down let go of the frustration sadness and problems and look forward Itrsquos not always possible to do it overnight but I think that just trying makes you feel better and in the end it allows you to bubble with excitement again no matter if itrsquos for a day of skiing or for finishing that project
My new mission for this season is to stay positive and draw inspiration from the people and things around me Irsquoll let you know how Irsquom doing in three weeksrsquo time
onto my skis after being out for eight months due to a torn MCL Cruising down the hill feeling and hearing the snow crunch under my feet It might sound strange to you but to me itrsquos a special sort of magic I guess it has something to do with the dopamine your body makes while having a great rush of excitement Although Irsquom pretty tired right now and taking a day off from skiing just walking outside and knowing that I can go up the hill any moment I like makes me feel better
Being so excited to be back on the snow after an injury also has a downside It comes in the form of having to hold myself back Since my injury I havenrsquot been jumping or doing any crazy tricks Itrsquos hard seeing all my friends jump and having fun in the park knowing I really shouldnrsquot do any of that stuff yet My mind is screaming ldquoYou can do that toordquo But Irsquom scared of a repeat injury brought on by pushing myself too hard too fast I have to force myself to sit down talk to my friends and listen to their stories of having fun while being genuinely happy for them To enjoy the sun instead of freaking myself out eat some good food have a good laugh and think of all the fun trips I
lsquoExtra stoked up about what Irsquom doingrsquo
lsquoTo me itrsquos a special sort of magicrsquo
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We have reached the point of the season when the outstanding manager of the first half has his team profiled and receives a pat on the back An overall lead at Xmas more often than not means that the team has peaked during the first half of the season before going on to show signs of weakness This season unusually we have a manager who has led strongly from the very early weeks but who still has a full supply of substitutes in reserve This bodes ill for the other managers as even though he has been professionally hunted down to the point that his lead is now meagre (or even gone by the time this is published) Steven Fockema still holds all the aces given that his reserves remain intact while the chasersrsquo have been used up to varying degrees
Daft3Punks
GK Tim Krul (newcastle United) 25m ndash Out injured from the beginning of September until the end of November No proper form assessment possible so far this season and his team are in apparent gradual creep towards the relegation zone Rating 825
deF Jose enrique (Liverpool) 35m ndash At a work-in-progress team Now playing regularly as a midfielder and showing positive form Rating 85
deF daniel Agger (Liverpool) 4m ndash Still more bluster and posing than glory Rating 825
deF Winston Reid (West Ham) 1m ndash Doing New Zealand proud in the Premier League at his price West Ham may not secure a greater number of clean sheets in the second half of the season however Rating 80
deF Jan Vertonghen (Tottenham Hotspur) 45m ndash Handsome driving Belgian vanilla One of the stars of the season thus far Rating 90
mId Gareth Bale (Tottenham Hotspur) 55m ndash The most impressive individual player in the current Premier League Rating 915
mId michu (Swansea city) 2m ndash Incredible value at his price A natural goal-scorer extraordinaire who also gets around and shows versatility Rating 90
mId Yaya Toure (manchester city) 45m ndash Nowhere close to his form of the previous season even if that can change in the second half of this one Rating 850
FWd Fabio Borini (Liverpool) 3m ndash Tipped here to eventually do well but long-term injury befell him just at the time he was settling into his new team and system Rating 80
FWd olivier Giroud (Arsenal) 45m ndash Has been nudging levels above average of late Rating 850
FWd Papiss cisse (newcastle United) 5m ndash Another player showing an astonishing fall from the excellence of the final third of the previous season Newcastle United appear to need re-styling quickly Rating 825
overall rating 9340 (max 100)
The New Year will only bring fireworks given the keen match-up between FFG-CL managers
By Denson Pierre
The Gold Room
88
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wwwczechtourismcom
CZECH REPUBLIC - STUNNINGLY DIFFERENT
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MechelenAuthentic and full of surprises Thatrsquos Mechelen Hospitable and honourable Thatrsquos the people of Mechelen Come and experience the cityrsquos urban charms for yourself Mechelen
Authentic and full of surprises Thatrsquos Mechelen Hospitable and honourable Thatrsquos the people of Mechelen Come and experience the cityrsquos urban charms for yourself
photography copy Layla Aerts
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CafeacuteBar Review Batavia 1920
lsquoClassic bar art embraces you as you enterrsquo
cafebar review60
Batavia 1920Prins Hendrikkade 85 1012 AE Amsterdam
It is always handy to know of a wholesome cafeacutebar that ticks all the boxes even if it happens to be located at the busiest point of the old city (obliquely opposite Central Station) Over the course of the different seasons I managed to assess this fine establishment which serves as another reminder of what good honest bars are all about There is still quality available in Amsterdam
AmbianceThoughtful solid furniture easy lighting and classic bar art embraces you as you enter With a chess club professional dart board regular parties and borrels the vibe ranges daily from mellow to vibrant Rating 5
StaffregularsOn my most recent visit I had the pleasure of Elizabeth and Jamie leading the service but staff members are always experienced service is quick and drinks are de-livered with fresh smiles whoever happens to be work-ing The regulars are plentiful and the bar emanates the energy of a good professional lsquoIrishrsquo bar attracting an eclectic international mix to this super-central location It is a perfect meeting point for friends from any cardi-nal direction with the national transportation hub being literally just across the road Rating 5
Televised sportAmple flat screens and channels Rating 4
PricesIn general the prices are standard Central Amsterdam levels which is sadly typical of grand cafeacutes in this post-code area What works in Bataviarsquos favour is that it has an above-average selection of lsquoBelgian beautiesrsquo (beer) on offer Given the advised dosage having two or three should not leave you broke or broken The kitchen also has quite a strong reputation for above-average pub fare The Sunday roast dinner is especially popular and keeps folk who like that sort of thing coming back as often as they can afford it Rating 3
MusicGenuinely diverse popular and world music from a crisp-sounding digital sound system and staff members seem to have cool taste in music Rating 5
Smoking area provisionThere is a large smoking room on the lower level Sim-ple and ingenious air-conditioning allows you to spend your full upstairs session there without the sense of be-ing fumigated If you were not told about the smoking area below you would not know there was one Rating 5
Total rating 2730(Ratings from 1-5 where 1 = Very poor and 5 = Excel-lent)
By Denson Pierre
lsquoA perfect meeting point for friends from any cardinal directionrsquo
cafebar review6
1
lsquoIt has an above-average selection of lsquoBelgian beautiesrsquorsquo
cafebar review62
lsquoStaff members seem to have cool taste in musicrsquo
cafebar review63
For complete and world class tours of Prague
Packages includebull Hidden and playful Prague (for families with young children)bull Literary Praguebull Prague Architecture through the agesbull Religion and the citybull The old city at night
These are detailed tours designed for visitors who wish to explore with great detail and not suitable for simply sight-seeing tourists
Day segments and ratesPR 0800-1230hrs AG 1330-1630hrs UE 1730-2130hrsAll sessions are priced at u 25 per single adult Group size upper limit = 8 Accompanied children under the age of five are gratis and school aged children pay 25 Family package rates are negotiable
ContactJaroslav Cernosek+420 602 228 797Mail jcernosekcentrumcz
wwwyourtuliptourcom
JC Tours
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star beer guide
The SentinelStar beer guide
lsquoFind the better bars serving it at the right price in the New Yearrsquo
Clever marketing and an effective pricing campaign has led to this A-class standard-bearing blonde becoming one of the most easily found lsquorealrsquo beers in Amsterdam cafeacutes and bars With its distinctive charisma and fresh fruity taste it sits just on the edge in terms of strength and only the brave and seasoned can be found using it as a session beer Prices across Amsterdam for the same Trappist-glass measure can range dramatically from euro 250 to euro 425 per glass so there is fun to be had trying to find the better bars serving it at the right price in the New Year Your search will be rewarded by this cool classic
Grimbergen Blonde is brewed by Alken-Maes Alken Belgium
By Denson Pierre
GRIMBERGEN BLONDE (67 ABV)
67star beer guide
68
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BRING BACK
A substantial amount of the culture on mainland Europe revolves around platinum-standard beer of various descriptions and fl avours being easily available Amsterdam is not lacking in cafeacutes bars off licences supermarkets and online outlets stocking truly great beers available either immediately or within 24 hours With the growing popularity of high-yeast and high alcohol by volume brands how these drinks are served is a cause for concern however
Led by the Belgians and French the art of designing a glass that refl ects the individual quality of the liquid experience within is among these productsrsquo most out-standing features after their fl avour and power to in-toxicate Any beer of decent repute has its own glass in which it is intended to be served This always takes the form and size of a sensible measure to ensure a taste experience at the correct temperature and allow people to enjoy the evoked sensations before fi nding them-selves suddenly and blindingly drunk What we now often fi nd in tourist-pressed Amsterdam are these lsquoreal beersrsquo being off ered and served to ignorant punters in pint (or half-litre) measures leading to people becom-ing drunk at speed and destroying the overall aesthetic of lsquobeering itrsquo with style
The Sentinel says bring back the serving of high-alco-hol-content drinks in appropriate measures and if pos-sible in the glasses especially designed for the purpose This would be desirable for all manner of reasons not least health and safety Barkeepers can be educators too and it shouldnrsquot be too diffi cult to persuade tourists (usually German British and Irish) who represent the majority of volume drinkers in the cityrsquos more desirable watering holes It is foolish greedy and uncouth to con-sume high-alcohol beverages in such volumes and not expect to end up senselessly drunk and ultimately spoil the whole experience Volume drinkers should simply be directed to the lsquopiss waterrsquo beers of which there are many to satiate their needs and leave the quality beer tours for when they have educated themselves in the culture and manner of consumption that ensures maxi-mum pleasure and above all style
By Denson Pierre
STYLED BEER GLASSES
69amsterdam city life
We find the best most fun most typical exciting or local favourite restaurants etcetera in Amsterdam and bring them to you an easy way to feel like a local
Het Compagnie Theater Amsterdam 12122012
Recommended
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EUROGIFTSXenonweg 9 3812 SZ Amersfoort
Tel 033 - 454 35 75 - Fax 033 - 454 35 79E-mail lmproefeurogiftsnl
Website wwweurogiftsnl
FILMPROEF
ORDERNUMMER 6021022ARTIKELNUMMER 65123
Ware grootte (indien uitgeprint)Kleur opdruk Wit
Mulligans Irish Music BarAmsterdamrsquos best address for live Irish music Five (5) nights a week Check our agenda for upcoming sessions
Cafeacute KostverlorenCafeacute Kostverloren is a contemporary cafe offering the cosiness of a saloon an open kitchen and the intimacy of a living room During summer there is a large sunny terrace and during winter an open fi replace
VibesVibes is a relaxing cafecocktail bar art gallery with a large selection of coffees herbal teas homemade cakes and an amazing card of cocktails made with fresh fruit by a professional cocktail bartenderEnjoy our Italian kitchen in a cosy and friendly atmosphere
IncantoIncanto is a restaurant with a classic Italian kitchen Venetian chef Simone Ambrosin is known for his pure and simple style of cooking with feeling for nuance The wine list contains over 150 Italian wines
Planet RosePlanet Rose is the fi rst Caribbean restaurant in the Netherlands which specializes in Jamaican cuisine The menu features a daily changing selection of JamaicanCaribbean dishes and they ensure that you enjoy the whole expe-rience while dining with them
Cafe TisfrisCafe Tisfris is recognisable for its landmarks funky pillars and terrace Tisfris offers a friendly service and is a great pit stop for ldquoyummyrdquo refreshments
Cafe restaurant EdelCafe restaurant Edel is the perfect place for lunch dinner or to simply enjoy a drink Edel is a unique place in Amsterdam
Cafeacute OportoCafeacute Oporto is a traditional Amsterdam lsquobrown cafersquo Welcoming tourists and regular customers alike they offer televised sports wireless internet connection and a wide range of reasonably priced beers and spirits
Connoisseurs Delight Fun Drinking amp MusicTo Be Seen and Tasted
To Be Seen and Tasted
Fun Drinking amp Music
Connoisseurs Delight
Connoisseurs Delight
To Be Seen and Tasted
Neighbourhood cosy
Opera Prima - Patisserie Bistro TraiteurThe best place in town for lunch exquisite high teas or brunches and all of your luxury catering both private and corporate
Kinkerstraat 228 Amsterdamwwwoperaprimanl
St Antoniebreestraat 142 Amsterdamwwwtisfrisnl
Postjesweg 1 1057 DT Amsterdamwwwedelamsterdamnl
Zoutsteeg 1 1012 LX Amsterdamwwwcafeoportonethome
Amstel 100 1017 AC Amsterdamwwwmulligansnl
2e Kostverlorenkade 70 Amsterdamwwwcafekostverlorennl
Jan Pieter Heijestraat 137 Amsterdamwwwwixcomvibes137vibes
Amstel 2 Amsterdamwwwrestaurant-incantonl
Nicolaas Beetsstraat 47 Amsterdamwwwplanetroseinfo
71recommended
Answer to sentinelpostgmailcom
Where is this inAmsterdam
72spotted
Room 2cfilm
This is the one that will make you pause James Stewart one of my top ten actors of all time plays a businessman fighting to keep his life and family together while everything is crashing down around him In steps an lsquoangelrsquo to try and convince him that life is not as bad as it seems and that other people would be a lot worse off without him Probably the highest rated film Irsquove ever reviewed and one of the most Christmas-delicious I know
Could you walk 2400 kilometres while being pursued with little more than a longing to return to your homeland and mother to keep you and your dependant companions going Would you do this twice This utterly moving film highlights the true-life Australian apartheid practices of the twentieth century and the trauma it caused to native Australians The barren landscapes provide the perfect backdrop for compelling cinema-tography and its dryness will be irrigated by your tears
By David King
By dpmotions
Itrsquos a Wonderful Life (1946)
Rabbit-Proof Fence (2002)
73room2c
74trends
lsquoFacebook in particular is responsible for exacerbating unspoken competitivenessrsquo
By Dirkje Bakker-Pierre
Trends in the food industry are moving faster than lightning and are harder and harder to keep up with When you are all geared up to create your own artsy cupcakes all of a sudden cupcakes are out and macaroons are the flavour of the day
Sweat dripping and cheeks burning with stress levels going through the roof women all around the country have been toiling night and day to create just the right pimped-up cakes (completely covered in layers of pink and red marzipan tiny silver sugar balls and rose petals made from feather-light sugar) which look like they come from one of the newly popped-up cupcake shops Facebook in particular is responsible for exacerbating unspoken competitiveness due to images being posted of better looking and prettier cakes just after you posted your own in comparison pretty sad creations forcing you back into the kitchen to try again
One day itrsquos cutting out names from layers of chocolate the next itrsquos squirting curls and swirls of rainbow colours or grating organic carrots for the rather awkward lsquohealthyrsquo version the carrot cupcake
Shops have adjusted their aisles to make way for endless shelves of specialised products in all ranges of sweetness and multicoloured cuteness shapes tools mixtures and machines It is a whole world of custom products which just keeps growing and changing and you need to keep up with it all or risk being hopelessly left behind There are pink-coloured cook books workshops websites self-help groups and neglected overweight children crying for something non-sweet for once
But then after all your attempts and when you finally think you have achieved perfection before you know it you make a complete fool of yourself by serving the wrong type of sweet and colourful titbits because a new trend has already arrived That really makes you feel like a macaroon
All Caked Out
75trends
Winter solstice is an exciting time of year when we all start dreaming of more sun more light and more inspiration Continuing the gemstone theme I would like to draw your attention to the very lovely and sparkling sunstone also known as heliolite It is the official gemstone of the US state of Oregon which is a prime source for this beautiful gem The name heliolite is derived from the Greek lsquoheliosrsquo and lsquolithosrsquo which mean lsquosunrsquo and lsquostonersquo It was first discovered in Viking burial mounds but despite its long history is not found in abundance
Sunstone is metallic in appearance and comes in red orange or green colours However cleaner red sunstone is very rare and commands proper gemstone prices The stone is a composite of oligoclase feldspar which also contains hematite or goethite The presence of hematite or goethite gives the stone its ability to reflect light hence the name sunstone Sunstone is said to be an inspiration stone able to bestow freedom independence and happiness It also said to reduce fear alleviate stress and bring good luck in any game of chance This sparkly stone has a further use in healing and is believed to endow its wearers with enhanced self-healing powers Other properties
Shine
By Evelina Kvartunaite
ndash
lsquoDreaming of more sun more light and more inspirationrsquo
ndash
include stimulating the vegetative autonomic nervous system and enhancing the harmonious functioning of all the bodyrsquos organs It is also quite helpful in cases of exhaustion due to lack of sleep
The gemstone is used to treat chronic sore throats and relieves pain caused by stomach ulcers It has proved successful in alleviating Seasonal Affective Disorder (or SAD) and is also known for relieving cartilage problems rheumatism and general aches and pains Sunstone helps in dealing with depression and frees its wearers from feelings of discrimination and failure as well as from perceptions of an lsquoevil worldrsquo Sunstone increases a personrsquos sense of self-esteem and self-worth
Sunstone is particularly beneficial when used in sunshine or sunlight It brings abundance to a personrsquos life and transforms negative energy into positive energy
If you have any other helpful tips you would like to share please let me know at evelinakvartunaiteconsultancymarketmediacom
76health amp well-being
ndash
lsquoBestow freedom independence and happinessrsquo
ndash
ndash
lsquoIt has proved successful in alleviating Seasonal Affective
Disorderrsquo
ndash
77health amp well-being
world this lsquotrickeryrsquo has moved online With todayrsquos short attention spans the potential to draw users to a website and retain them is a crucial skill which is rewarded by the revenue that can be generated based on how long a user stays on a website Link-baiting should have been foreseen since it is inevitable
Every click on a website is a revenue-generating moment in terms of advertising The amount of adverts to which you can expose an online user as they click to and through your website is the currency used to determine whether an advertising agency spends its budget on one publication over another Real journalism and insightful opinions once drove online traffic for web publications but link-baiting is now seriously derailing this approach
Most of the time the story behind the sensational link does not live up to expectations A typical example of this can be found in the online edition of the Watford Observer on Tuesday 31 July 2012 The link-bait read ldquoCameron Diaz vows to kick drug habit with help of stepdadrdquo However following the link or falling for the bait led to the underwhelming story ldquoDrug user Cameron Diaz of Broomfield Rise Abbots Langley has sworn to clean up his act with the help of his stepfatherrdquo Although the story was factually correct the intention of the publication was to trick the
One of my previous articles described how online technology publications are subverting reality by not correctly echoing the sentiments of the consuming public Part of the cause of this is that usually in a bid to counter the majority of lacklustre stories floating around they subvert reality to make it more interesting How many non-geeks really care about the advantages of modelling parallelism on serial programs with the Intelreg Advisor XE Itrsquos certainly not a typically newsworthy story
As a result an annoying phenomenon has slowly been building momentum This is now quite evident all over the internet and is destroying good journalism The phenomenon is called Link-baiting Our trustworthy source of internet knowledge describes Link-bait(ing) as anything ldquointeresting enough to catch peoplersquos attentionrdquo (httpenwikipediaorgwikiLink_bait)
Link-baiting is synonymous with the sensational cover stories used on the front of magazines to entice people walking past to pick up the magazines and delve into them As with most things from the print
No news is good news
lsquoQuite evident all over the internet and is destroying good
journalismrsquo
By Simon Owusu
technology
TechBit Sio-Bytes
78
provider in America to the tune of US$ 400 million The initial story broke on the PRWEB website and the majority of online publications regurgitated the story with no additional insights such as the implications of such a deal which real journalism would call for None of them bothered to check the sources or the credibility of the story Millions of revenue-generating clicks later the more seasoned online publications such as CNN AllThings D and CNET broke the bigger story that the press release was fake and that both Google and ICOA Wireless had denied the story In a rush to break the story the first rule of journalism was contravened lsquoAlways check your sourcesrsquo
Given the transient nature of any false news stories posted on the internet these days the story quickly disappeared from most of the offending publications and today you will be hard pressed to find any mention of this slip-up The Sentinel we like to think always brings you the truth albeit typed on an iPad Mini so donrsquot count on us to follow such faulty phenomena and trends
online user into clicking on it due to the coincidental name-sharing of the Abbots Langley Cameron Diaz with the famous American actress Every link clicked demonstrates the potential for advertisers to reach larger audiences and generate revenue for the online publications
From the same school as link-baiting comes the phenomenon of lsquofirst past the postrsquo journalism within the advertising-driven online publication world In this type of journalism emphasis is placed on being first to publish or break a news story Online publications that are first to break a news story attract a high amount of traffic (which translates into large revenues generated by advertising) since they are the only source of that particular information for a short space of time Online users have no choice but to visit that particular site if they wish to read the scoop The downside of this is that in a bid to be first to reap the advertising revenues frequently news stories are not properly checked for credibility On Monday 26 November 2012 nearly every online technology publication published the story of Google purchasing ICOA Wireless a Wi-Fi hot-spot
lsquoFrequently news stories are not properly checked for credibilityrsquo
lsquolsquoAlways check your sourcesrsquorsquo
technology79
80classifi eds
81classifi eds
these people in business suits are rushing to check in their business cases Irsquom manoeuvring my 19-metre ski bag between them Strange looks and questions donrsquot surprise me anymore The looks whispers and questions Irsquove had while on trains from one place to the next or on the tram after going to the beach on my way to the indoor slope this summer On the one hand they made me feel like I was some strange creature from another planet but on the other they got me extra stoked up about what Irsquom doing
As I write this itrsquos a week after I checked in my bags and Irsquom sitting in my favourite coffee shop Cuppa Joersquos in Breckenridge Colorado Over the past five days Irsquove been getting up every morning at around 630 am and getting out at around 800am Anyone who knows me will probably raise an eyebrow at this When Irsquom working at home on my photos and stories for the White Freeski Magazine where Irsquom editor-in-chief or on freelance assignments my daily rhythm is completely the opposite But I guess thatrsquos the nice thing about jetlag
Itrsquos hard to describe the feeling of finally getting back
You know that feeling of bubbly excitement you get when you are getting ready to go and do something yoursquove been anticipating for a long long time It might be finally nailing that presentation to finish up university cooking a great dinner for friends or excitement about meeting up with someone
Getting my bags out from the basement after they had been collecting dust for the past eight months prompted those feelings to rush through my veins once again Even though I donrsquot mind being home going to the beach and rehabbing my knee and visiting friends in different countries over the summer all this has taken place in the city and Irsquove been missing the mountains terribly As Irsquom getting my bags out it makes me realise that it really is almost time for me to click into my skis again and breathe in the fresh mountain air
After packing it was finally time to get on my flight to Denver Colorado on Monday morning While all
white outBubbles of Excitement
By Ananda van Welij
Just another girl from a country without mountains addicted to snow
lsquoGo and do something yoursquove been anticipating for a long long timersquo
82sport
have ahead of me this winter Looking forward again instead of being bummed I try to focus on the bright side like I did while I was stuck at home rehabbing and walking on crutches Trying to be inspired by what I see around me and what others do and have instead of being frustrated by it
It makes me wonder about just working and meeting up with friends at home I know I have a privileged life as Irsquom sitting here but isnrsquot this something we all experience in our daily lives It can be hard to sit down let go of the frustration sadness and problems and look forward Itrsquos not always possible to do it overnight but I think that just trying makes you feel better and in the end it allows you to bubble with excitement again no matter if itrsquos for a day of skiing or for finishing that project
My new mission for this season is to stay positive and draw inspiration from the people and things around me Irsquoll let you know how Irsquom doing in three weeksrsquo time
onto my skis after being out for eight months due to a torn MCL Cruising down the hill feeling and hearing the snow crunch under my feet It might sound strange to you but to me itrsquos a special sort of magic I guess it has something to do with the dopamine your body makes while having a great rush of excitement Although Irsquom pretty tired right now and taking a day off from skiing just walking outside and knowing that I can go up the hill any moment I like makes me feel better
Being so excited to be back on the snow after an injury also has a downside It comes in the form of having to hold myself back Since my injury I havenrsquot been jumping or doing any crazy tricks Itrsquos hard seeing all my friends jump and having fun in the park knowing I really shouldnrsquot do any of that stuff yet My mind is screaming ldquoYou can do that toordquo But Irsquom scared of a repeat injury brought on by pushing myself too hard too fast I have to force myself to sit down talk to my friends and listen to their stories of having fun while being genuinely happy for them To enjoy the sun instead of freaking myself out eat some good food have a good laugh and think of all the fun trips I
lsquoExtra stoked up about what Irsquom doingrsquo
lsquoTo me itrsquos a special sort of magicrsquo
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We have reached the point of the season when the outstanding manager of the first half has his team profiled and receives a pat on the back An overall lead at Xmas more often than not means that the team has peaked during the first half of the season before going on to show signs of weakness This season unusually we have a manager who has led strongly from the very early weeks but who still has a full supply of substitutes in reserve This bodes ill for the other managers as even though he has been professionally hunted down to the point that his lead is now meagre (or even gone by the time this is published) Steven Fockema still holds all the aces given that his reserves remain intact while the chasersrsquo have been used up to varying degrees
Daft3Punks
GK Tim Krul (newcastle United) 25m ndash Out injured from the beginning of September until the end of November No proper form assessment possible so far this season and his team are in apparent gradual creep towards the relegation zone Rating 825
deF Jose enrique (Liverpool) 35m ndash At a work-in-progress team Now playing regularly as a midfielder and showing positive form Rating 85
deF daniel Agger (Liverpool) 4m ndash Still more bluster and posing than glory Rating 825
deF Winston Reid (West Ham) 1m ndash Doing New Zealand proud in the Premier League at his price West Ham may not secure a greater number of clean sheets in the second half of the season however Rating 80
deF Jan Vertonghen (Tottenham Hotspur) 45m ndash Handsome driving Belgian vanilla One of the stars of the season thus far Rating 90
mId Gareth Bale (Tottenham Hotspur) 55m ndash The most impressive individual player in the current Premier League Rating 915
mId michu (Swansea city) 2m ndash Incredible value at his price A natural goal-scorer extraordinaire who also gets around and shows versatility Rating 90
mId Yaya Toure (manchester city) 45m ndash Nowhere close to his form of the previous season even if that can change in the second half of this one Rating 850
FWd Fabio Borini (Liverpool) 3m ndash Tipped here to eventually do well but long-term injury befell him just at the time he was settling into his new team and system Rating 80
FWd olivier Giroud (Arsenal) 45m ndash Has been nudging levels above average of late Rating 850
FWd Papiss cisse (newcastle United) 5m ndash Another player showing an astonishing fall from the excellence of the final third of the previous season Newcastle United appear to need re-styling quickly Rating 825
overall rating 9340 (max 100)
The New Year will only bring fireworks given the keen match-up between FFG-CL managers
By Denson Pierre
The Gold Room
88
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wwwczechtourismcom
CZECH REPUBLIC - STUNNINGLY DIFFERENT
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art57
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MechelenAuthentic and full of surprises Thatrsquos Mechelen Hospitable and honourable Thatrsquos the people of Mechelen Come and experience the cityrsquos urban charms for yourself Mechelen
Authentic and full of surprises Thatrsquos Mechelen Hospitable and honourable Thatrsquos the people of Mechelen Come and experience the cityrsquos urban charms for yourself
photography copy Layla Aerts
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CafeacuteBar Review Batavia 1920
lsquoClassic bar art embraces you as you enterrsquo
cafebar review60
Batavia 1920Prins Hendrikkade 85 1012 AE Amsterdam
It is always handy to know of a wholesome cafeacutebar that ticks all the boxes even if it happens to be located at the busiest point of the old city (obliquely opposite Central Station) Over the course of the different seasons I managed to assess this fine establishment which serves as another reminder of what good honest bars are all about There is still quality available in Amsterdam
AmbianceThoughtful solid furniture easy lighting and classic bar art embraces you as you enter With a chess club professional dart board regular parties and borrels the vibe ranges daily from mellow to vibrant Rating 5
StaffregularsOn my most recent visit I had the pleasure of Elizabeth and Jamie leading the service but staff members are always experienced service is quick and drinks are de-livered with fresh smiles whoever happens to be work-ing The regulars are plentiful and the bar emanates the energy of a good professional lsquoIrishrsquo bar attracting an eclectic international mix to this super-central location It is a perfect meeting point for friends from any cardi-nal direction with the national transportation hub being literally just across the road Rating 5
Televised sportAmple flat screens and channels Rating 4
PricesIn general the prices are standard Central Amsterdam levels which is sadly typical of grand cafeacutes in this post-code area What works in Bataviarsquos favour is that it has an above-average selection of lsquoBelgian beautiesrsquo (beer) on offer Given the advised dosage having two or three should not leave you broke or broken The kitchen also has quite a strong reputation for above-average pub fare The Sunday roast dinner is especially popular and keeps folk who like that sort of thing coming back as often as they can afford it Rating 3
MusicGenuinely diverse popular and world music from a crisp-sounding digital sound system and staff members seem to have cool taste in music Rating 5
Smoking area provisionThere is a large smoking room on the lower level Sim-ple and ingenious air-conditioning allows you to spend your full upstairs session there without the sense of be-ing fumigated If you were not told about the smoking area below you would not know there was one Rating 5
Total rating 2730(Ratings from 1-5 where 1 = Very poor and 5 = Excel-lent)
By Denson Pierre
lsquoA perfect meeting point for friends from any cardinal directionrsquo
cafebar review6
1
lsquoIt has an above-average selection of lsquoBelgian beautiesrsquorsquo
cafebar review62
lsquoStaff members seem to have cool taste in musicrsquo
cafebar review63
For complete and world class tours of Prague
Packages includebull Hidden and playful Prague (for families with young children)bull Literary Praguebull Prague Architecture through the agesbull Religion and the citybull The old city at night
These are detailed tours designed for visitors who wish to explore with great detail and not suitable for simply sight-seeing tourists
Day segments and ratesPR 0800-1230hrs AG 1330-1630hrs UE 1730-2130hrsAll sessions are priced at u 25 per single adult Group size upper limit = 8 Accompanied children under the age of five are gratis and school aged children pay 25 Family package rates are negotiable
ContactJaroslav Cernosek+420 602 228 797Mail jcernosekcentrumcz
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JC Tours
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star beer guide
The SentinelStar beer guide
lsquoFind the better bars serving it at the right price in the New Yearrsquo
Clever marketing and an effective pricing campaign has led to this A-class standard-bearing blonde becoming one of the most easily found lsquorealrsquo beers in Amsterdam cafeacutes and bars With its distinctive charisma and fresh fruity taste it sits just on the edge in terms of strength and only the brave and seasoned can be found using it as a session beer Prices across Amsterdam for the same Trappist-glass measure can range dramatically from euro 250 to euro 425 per glass so there is fun to be had trying to find the better bars serving it at the right price in the New Year Your search will be rewarded by this cool classic
Grimbergen Blonde is brewed by Alken-Maes Alken Belgium
By Denson Pierre
GRIMBERGEN BLONDE (67 ABV)
67star beer guide
68
classifi edsclassifi eds
BRING BACK
A substantial amount of the culture on mainland Europe revolves around platinum-standard beer of various descriptions and fl avours being easily available Amsterdam is not lacking in cafeacutes bars off licences supermarkets and online outlets stocking truly great beers available either immediately or within 24 hours With the growing popularity of high-yeast and high alcohol by volume brands how these drinks are served is a cause for concern however
Led by the Belgians and French the art of designing a glass that refl ects the individual quality of the liquid experience within is among these productsrsquo most out-standing features after their fl avour and power to in-toxicate Any beer of decent repute has its own glass in which it is intended to be served This always takes the form and size of a sensible measure to ensure a taste experience at the correct temperature and allow people to enjoy the evoked sensations before fi nding them-selves suddenly and blindingly drunk What we now often fi nd in tourist-pressed Amsterdam are these lsquoreal beersrsquo being off ered and served to ignorant punters in pint (or half-litre) measures leading to people becom-ing drunk at speed and destroying the overall aesthetic of lsquobeering itrsquo with style
The Sentinel says bring back the serving of high-alco-hol-content drinks in appropriate measures and if pos-sible in the glasses especially designed for the purpose This would be desirable for all manner of reasons not least health and safety Barkeepers can be educators too and it shouldnrsquot be too diffi cult to persuade tourists (usually German British and Irish) who represent the majority of volume drinkers in the cityrsquos more desirable watering holes It is foolish greedy and uncouth to con-sume high-alcohol beverages in such volumes and not expect to end up senselessly drunk and ultimately spoil the whole experience Volume drinkers should simply be directed to the lsquopiss waterrsquo beers of which there are many to satiate their needs and leave the quality beer tours for when they have educated themselves in the culture and manner of consumption that ensures maxi-mum pleasure and above all style
By Denson Pierre
STYLED BEER GLASSES
69amsterdam city life
We find the best most fun most typical exciting or local favourite restaurants etcetera in Amsterdam and bring them to you an easy way to feel like a local
Het Compagnie Theater Amsterdam 12122012
Recommended
70recommended
EUROGIFTSXenonweg 9 3812 SZ Amersfoort
Tel 033 - 454 35 75 - Fax 033 - 454 35 79E-mail lmproefeurogiftsnl
Website wwweurogiftsnl
FILMPROEF
ORDERNUMMER 6021022ARTIKELNUMMER 65123
Ware grootte (indien uitgeprint)Kleur opdruk Wit
Mulligans Irish Music BarAmsterdamrsquos best address for live Irish music Five (5) nights a week Check our agenda for upcoming sessions
Cafeacute KostverlorenCafeacute Kostverloren is a contemporary cafe offering the cosiness of a saloon an open kitchen and the intimacy of a living room During summer there is a large sunny terrace and during winter an open fi replace
VibesVibes is a relaxing cafecocktail bar art gallery with a large selection of coffees herbal teas homemade cakes and an amazing card of cocktails made with fresh fruit by a professional cocktail bartenderEnjoy our Italian kitchen in a cosy and friendly atmosphere
IncantoIncanto is a restaurant with a classic Italian kitchen Venetian chef Simone Ambrosin is known for his pure and simple style of cooking with feeling for nuance The wine list contains over 150 Italian wines
Planet RosePlanet Rose is the fi rst Caribbean restaurant in the Netherlands which specializes in Jamaican cuisine The menu features a daily changing selection of JamaicanCaribbean dishes and they ensure that you enjoy the whole expe-rience while dining with them
Cafe TisfrisCafe Tisfris is recognisable for its landmarks funky pillars and terrace Tisfris offers a friendly service and is a great pit stop for ldquoyummyrdquo refreshments
Cafe restaurant EdelCafe restaurant Edel is the perfect place for lunch dinner or to simply enjoy a drink Edel is a unique place in Amsterdam
Cafeacute OportoCafeacute Oporto is a traditional Amsterdam lsquobrown cafersquo Welcoming tourists and regular customers alike they offer televised sports wireless internet connection and a wide range of reasonably priced beers and spirits
Connoisseurs Delight Fun Drinking amp MusicTo Be Seen and Tasted
To Be Seen and Tasted
Fun Drinking amp Music
Connoisseurs Delight
Connoisseurs Delight
To Be Seen and Tasted
Neighbourhood cosy
Opera Prima - Patisserie Bistro TraiteurThe best place in town for lunch exquisite high teas or brunches and all of your luxury catering both private and corporate
Kinkerstraat 228 Amsterdamwwwoperaprimanl
St Antoniebreestraat 142 Amsterdamwwwtisfrisnl
Postjesweg 1 1057 DT Amsterdamwwwedelamsterdamnl
Zoutsteeg 1 1012 LX Amsterdamwwwcafeoportonethome
Amstel 100 1017 AC Amsterdamwwwmulligansnl
2e Kostverlorenkade 70 Amsterdamwwwcafekostverlorennl
Jan Pieter Heijestraat 137 Amsterdamwwwwixcomvibes137vibes
Amstel 2 Amsterdamwwwrestaurant-incantonl
Nicolaas Beetsstraat 47 Amsterdamwwwplanetroseinfo
71recommended
Answer to sentinelpostgmailcom
Where is this inAmsterdam
72spotted
Room 2cfilm
This is the one that will make you pause James Stewart one of my top ten actors of all time plays a businessman fighting to keep his life and family together while everything is crashing down around him In steps an lsquoangelrsquo to try and convince him that life is not as bad as it seems and that other people would be a lot worse off without him Probably the highest rated film Irsquove ever reviewed and one of the most Christmas-delicious I know
Could you walk 2400 kilometres while being pursued with little more than a longing to return to your homeland and mother to keep you and your dependant companions going Would you do this twice This utterly moving film highlights the true-life Australian apartheid practices of the twentieth century and the trauma it caused to native Australians The barren landscapes provide the perfect backdrop for compelling cinema-tography and its dryness will be irrigated by your tears
By David King
By dpmotions
Itrsquos a Wonderful Life (1946)
Rabbit-Proof Fence (2002)
73room2c
74trends
lsquoFacebook in particular is responsible for exacerbating unspoken competitivenessrsquo
By Dirkje Bakker-Pierre
Trends in the food industry are moving faster than lightning and are harder and harder to keep up with When you are all geared up to create your own artsy cupcakes all of a sudden cupcakes are out and macaroons are the flavour of the day
Sweat dripping and cheeks burning with stress levels going through the roof women all around the country have been toiling night and day to create just the right pimped-up cakes (completely covered in layers of pink and red marzipan tiny silver sugar balls and rose petals made from feather-light sugar) which look like they come from one of the newly popped-up cupcake shops Facebook in particular is responsible for exacerbating unspoken competitiveness due to images being posted of better looking and prettier cakes just after you posted your own in comparison pretty sad creations forcing you back into the kitchen to try again
One day itrsquos cutting out names from layers of chocolate the next itrsquos squirting curls and swirls of rainbow colours or grating organic carrots for the rather awkward lsquohealthyrsquo version the carrot cupcake
Shops have adjusted their aisles to make way for endless shelves of specialised products in all ranges of sweetness and multicoloured cuteness shapes tools mixtures and machines It is a whole world of custom products which just keeps growing and changing and you need to keep up with it all or risk being hopelessly left behind There are pink-coloured cook books workshops websites self-help groups and neglected overweight children crying for something non-sweet for once
But then after all your attempts and when you finally think you have achieved perfection before you know it you make a complete fool of yourself by serving the wrong type of sweet and colourful titbits because a new trend has already arrived That really makes you feel like a macaroon
All Caked Out
75trends
Winter solstice is an exciting time of year when we all start dreaming of more sun more light and more inspiration Continuing the gemstone theme I would like to draw your attention to the very lovely and sparkling sunstone also known as heliolite It is the official gemstone of the US state of Oregon which is a prime source for this beautiful gem The name heliolite is derived from the Greek lsquoheliosrsquo and lsquolithosrsquo which mean lsquosunrsquo and lsquostonersquo It was first discovered in Viking burial mounds but despite its long history is not found in abundance
Sunstone is metallic in appearance and comes in red orange or green colours However cleaner red sunstone is very rare and commands proper gemstone prices The stone is a composite of oligoclase feldspar which also contains hematite or goethite The presence of hematite or goethite gives the stone its ability to reflect light hence the name sunstone Sunstone is said to be an inspiration stone able to bestow freedom independence and happiness It also said to reduce fear alleviate stress and bring good luck in any game of chance This sparkly stone has a further use in healing and is believed to endow its wearers with enhanced self-healing powers Other properties
Shine
By Evelina Kvartunaite
ndash
lsquoDreaming of more sun more light and more inspirationrsquo
ndash
include stimulating the vegetative autonomic nervous system and enhancing the harmonious functioning of all the bodyrsquos organs It is also quite helpful in cases of exhaustion due to lack of sleep
The gemstone is used to treat chronic sore throats and relieves pain caused by stomach ulcers It has proved successful in alleviating Seasonal Affective Disorder (or SAD) and is also known for relieving cartilage problems rheumatism and general aches and pains Sunstone helps in dealing with depression and frees its wearers from feelings of discrimination and failure as well as from perceptions of an lsquoevil worldrsquo Sunstone increases a personrsquos sense of self-esteem and self-worth
Sunstone is particularly beneficial when used in sunshine or sunlight It brings abundance to a personrsquos life and transforms negative energy into positive energy
If you have any other helpful tips you would like to share please let me know at evelinakvartunaiteconsultancymarketmediacom
76health amp well-being
ndash
lsquoBestow freedom independence and happinessrsquo
ndash
ndash
lsquoIt has proved successful in alleviating Seasonal Affective
Disorderrsquo
ndash
77health amp well-being
world this lsquotrickeryrsquo has moved online With todayrsquos short attention spans the potential to draw users to a website and retain them is a crucial skill which is rewarded by the revenue that can be generated based on how long a user stays on a website Link-baiting should have been foreseen since it is inevitable
Every click on a website is a revenue-generating moment in terms of advertising The amount of adverts to which you can expose an online user as they click to and through your website is the currency used to determine whether an advertising agency spends its budget on one publication over another Real journalism and insightful opinions once drove online traffic for web publications but link-baiting is now seriously derailing this approach
Most of the time the story behind the sensational link does not live up to expectations A typical example of this can be found in the online edition of the Watford Observer on Tuesday 31 July 2012 The link-bait read ldquoCameron Diaz vows to kick drug habit with help of stepdadrdquo However following the link or falling for the bait led to the underwhelming story ldquoDrug user Cameron Diaz of Broomfield Rise Abbots Langley has sworn to clean up his act with the help of his stepfatherrdquo Although the story was factually correct the intention of the publication was to trick the
One of my previous articles described how online technology publications are subverting reality by not correctly echoing the sentiments of the consuming public Part of the cause of this is that usually in a bid to counter the majority of lacklustre stories floating around they subvert reality to make it more interesting How many non-geeks really care about the advantages of modelling parallelism on serial programs with the Intelreg Advisor XE Itrsquos certainly not a typically newsworthy story
As a result an annoying phenomenon has slowly been building momentum This is now quite evident all over the internet and is destroying good journalism The phenomenon is called Link-baiting Our trustworthy source of internet knowledge describes Link-bait(ing) as anything ldquointeresting enough to catch peoplersquos attentionrdquo (httpenwikipediaorgwikiLink_bait)
Link-baiting is synonymous with the sensational cover stories used on the front of magazines to entice people walking past to pick up the magazines and delve into them As with most things from the print
No news is good news
lsquoQuite evident all over the internet and is destroying good
journalismrsquo
By Simon Owusu
technology
TechBit Sio-Bytes
78
provider in America to the tune of US$ 400 million The initial story broke on the PRWEB website and the majority of online publications regurgitated the story with no additional insights such as the implications of such a deal which real journalism would call for None of them bothered to check the sources or the credibility of the story Millions of revenue-generating clicks later the more seasoned online publications such as CNN AllThings D and CNET broke the bigger story that the press release was fake and that both Google and ICOA Wireless had denied the story In a rush to break the story the first rule of journalism was contravened lsquoAlways check your sourcesrsquo
Given the transient nature of any false news stories posted on the internet these days the story quickly disappeared from most of the offending publications and today you will be hard pressed to find any mention of this slip-up The Sentinel we like to think always brings you the truth albeit typed on an iPad Mini so donrsquot count on us to follow such faulty phenomena and trends
online user into clicking on it due to the coincidental name-sharing of the Abbots Langley Cameron Diaz with the famous American actress Every link clicked demonstrates the potential for advertisers to reach larger audiences and generate revenue for the online publications
From the same school as link-baiting comes the phenomenon of lsquofirst past the postrsquo journalism within the advertising-driven online publication world In this type of journalism emphasis is placed on being first to publish or break a news story Online publications that are first to break a news story attract a high amount of traffic (which translates into large revenues generated by advertising) since they are the only source of that particular information for a short space of time Online users have no choice but to visit that particular site if they wish to read the scoop The downside of this is that in a bid to be first to reap the advertising revenues frequently news stories are not properly checked for credibility On Monday 26 November 2012 nearly every online technology publication published the story of Google purchasing ICOA Wireless a Wi-Fi hot-spot
lsquoFrequently news stories are not properly checked for credibilityrsquo
lsquolsquoAlways check your sourcesrsquorsquo
technology79
80classifi eds
81classifi eds
these people in business suits are rushing to check in their business cases Irsquom manoeuvring my 19-metre ski bag between them Strange looks and questions donrsquot surprise me anymore The looks whispers and questions Irsquove had while on trains from one place to the next or on the tram after going to the beach on my way to the indoor slope this summer On the one hand they made me feel like I was some strange creature from another planet but on the other they got me extra stoked up about what Irsquom doing
As I write this itrsquos a week after I checked in my bags and Irsquom sitting in my favourite coffee shop Cuppa Joersquos in Breckenridge Colorado Over the past five days Irsquove been getting up every morning at around 630 am and getting out at around 800am Anyone who knows me will probably raise an eyebrow at this When Irsquom working at home on my photos and stories for the White Freeski Magazine where Irsquom editor-in-chief or on freelance assignments my daily rhythm is completely the opposite But I guess thatrsquos the nice thing about jetlag
Itrsquos hard to describe the feeling of finally getting back
You know that feeling of bubbly excitement you get when you are getting ready to go and do something yoursquove been anticipating for a long long time It might be finally nailing that presentation to finish up university cooking a great dinner for friends or excitement about meeting up with someone
Getting my bags out from the basement after they had been collecting dust for the past eight months prompted those feelings to rush through my veins once again Even though I donrsquot mind being home going to the beach and rehabbing my knee and visiting friends in different countries over the summer all this has taken place in the city and Irsquove been missing the mountains terribly As Irsquom getting my bags out it makes me realise that it really is almost time for me to click into my skis again and breathe in the fresh mountain air
After packing it was finally time to get on my flight to Denver Colorado on Monday morning While all
white outBubbles of Excitement
By Ananda van Welij
Just another girl from a country without mountains addicted to snow
lsquoGo and do something yoursquove been anticipating for a long long timersquo
82sport
have ahead of me this winter Looking forward again instead of being bummed I try to focus on the bright side like I did while I was stuck at home rehabbing and walking on crutches Trying to be inspired by what I see around me and what others do and have instead of being frustrated by it
It makes me wonder about just working and meeting up with friends at home I know I have a privileged life as Irsquom sitting here but isnrsquot this something we all experience in our daily lives It can be hard to sit down let go of the frustration sadness and problems and look forward Itrsquos not always possible to do it overnight but I think that just trying makes you feel better and in the end it allows you to bubble with excitement again no matter if itrsquos for a day of skiing or for finishing that project
My new mission for this season is to stay positive and draw inspiration from the people and things around me Irsquoll let you know how Irsquom doing in three weeksrsquo time
onto my skis after being out for eight months due to a torn MCL Cruising down the hill feeling and hearing the snow crunch under my feet It might sound strange to you but to me itrsquos a special sort of magic I guess it has something to do with the dopamine your body makes while having a great rush of excitement Although Irsquom pretty tired right now and taking a day off from skiing just walking outside and knowing that I can go up the hill any moment I like makes me feel better
Being so excited to be back on the snow after an injury also has a downside It comes in the form of having to hold myself back Since my injury I havenrsquot been jumping or doing any crazy tricks Itrsquos hard seeing all my friends jump and having fun in the park knowing I really shouldnrsquot do any of that stuff yet My mind is screaming ldquoYou can do that toordquo But Irsquom scared of a repeat injury brought on by pushing myself too hard too fast I have to force myself to sit down talk to my friends and listen to their stories of having fun while being genuinely happy for them To enjoy the sun instead of freaking myself out eat some good food have a good laugh and think of all the fun trips I
lsquoExtra stoked up about what Irsquom doingrsquo
lsquoTo me itrsquos a special sort of magicrsquo
83sport
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We have reached the point of the season when the outstanding manager of the first half has his team profiled and receives a pat on the back An overall lead at Xmas more often than not means that the team has peaked during the first half of the season before going on to show signs of weakness This season unusually we have a manager who has led strongly from the very early weeks but who still has a full supply of substitutes in reserve This bodes ill for the other managers as even though he has been professionally hunted down to the point that his lead is now meagre (or even gone by the time this is published) Steven Fockema still holds all the aces given that his reserves remain intact while the chasersrsquo have been used up to varying degrees
Daft3Punks
GK Tim Krul (newcastle United) 25m ndash Out injured from the beginning of September until the end of November No proper form assessment possible so far this season and his team are in apparent gradual creep towards the relegation zone Rating 825
deF Jose enrique (Liverpool) 35m ndash At a work-in-progress team Now playing regularly as a midfielder and showing positive form Rating 85
deF daniel Agger (Liverpool) 4m ndash Still more bluster and posing than glory Rating 825
deF Winston Reid (West Ham) 1m ndash Doing New Zealand proud in the Premier League at his price West Ham may not secure a greater number of clean sheets in the second half of the season however Rating 80
deF Jan Vertonghen (Tottenham Hotspur) 45m ndash Handsome driving Belgian vanilla One of the stars of the season thus far Rating 90
mId Gareth Bale (Tottenham Hotspur) 55m ndash The most impressive individual player in the current Premier League Rating 915
mId michu (Swansea city) 2m ndash Incredible value at his price A natural goal-scorer extraordinaire who also gets around and shows versatility Rating 90
mId Yaya Toure (manchester city) 45m ndash Nowhere close to his form of the previous season even if that can change in the second half of this one Rating 850
FWd Fabio Borini (Liverpool) 3m ndash Tipped here to eventually do well but long-term injury befell him just at the time he was settling into his new team and system Rating 80
FWd olivier Giroud (Arsenal) 45m ndash Has been nudging levels above average of late Rating 850
FWd Papiss cisse (newcastle United) 5m ndash Another player showing an astonishing fall from the excellence of the final third of the previous season Newcastle United appear to need re-styling quickly Rating 825
overall rating 9340 (max 100)
The New Year will only bring fireworks given the keen match-up between FFG-CL managers
By Denson Pierre
The Gold Room
88
sport
89sport
wwwczechtourismcom
CZECH REPUBLIC - STUNNINGLY DIFFERENT
90
classifi eds
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art57
58classifi eds
MechelenAuthentic and full of surprises Thatrsquos Mechelen Hospitable and honourable Thatrsquos the people of Mechelen Come and experience the cityrsquos urban charms for yourself Mechelen
Authentic and full of surprises Thatrsquos Mechelen Hospitable and honourable Thatrsquos the people of Mechelen Come and experience the cityrsquos urban charms for yourself
photography copy Layla Aerts
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CafeacuteBar Review Batavia 1920
lsquoClassic bar art embraces you as you enterrsquo
cafebar review60
Batavia 1920Prins Hendrikkade 85 1012 AE Amsterdam
It is always handy to know of a wholesome cafeacutebar that ticks all the boxes even if it happens to be located at the busiest point of the old city (obliquely opposite Central Station) Over the course of the different seasons I managed to assess this fine establishment which serves as another reminder of what good honest bars are all about There is still quality available in Amsterdam
AmbianceThoughtful solid furniture easy lighting and classic bar art embraces you as you enter With a chess club professional dart board regular parties and borrels the vibe ranges daily from mellow to vibrant Rating 5
StaffregularsOn my most recent visit I had the pleasure of Elizabeth and Jamie leading the service but staff members are always experienced service is quick and drinks are de-livered with fresh smiles whoever happens to be work-ing The regulars are plentiful and the bar emanates the energy of a good professional lsquoIrishrsquo bar attracting an eclectic international mix to this super-central location It is a perfect meeting point for friends from any cardi-nal direction with the national transportation hub being literally just across the road Rating 5
Televised sportAmple flat screens and channels Rating 4
PricesIn general the prices are standard Central Amsterdam levels which is sadly typical of grand cafeacutes in this post-code area What works in Bataviarsquos favour is that it has an above-average selection of lsquoBelgian beautiesrsquo (beer) on offer Given the advised dosage having two or three should not leave you broke or broken The kitchen also has quite a strong reputation for above-average pub fare The Sunday roast dinner is especially popular and keeps folk who like that sort of thing coming back as often as they can afford it Rating 3
MusicGenuinely diverse popular and world music from a crisp-sounding digital sound system and staff members seem to have cool taste in music Rating 5
Smoking area provisionThere is a large smoking room on the lower level Sim-ple and ingenious air-conditioning allows you to spend your full upstairs session there without the sense of be-ing fumigated If you were not told about the smoking area below you would not know there was one Rating 5
Total rating 2730(Ratings from 1-5 where 1 = Very poor and 5 = Excel-lent)
By Denson Pierre
lsquoA perfect meeting point for friends from any cardinal directionrsquo
cafebar review6
1
lsquoIt has an above-average selection of lsquoBelgian beautiesrsquorsquo
cafebar review62
lsquoStaff members seem to have cool taste in musicrsquo
cafebar review63
For complete and world class tours of Prague
Packages includebull Hidden and playful Prague (for families with young children)bull Literary Praguebull Prague Architecture through the agesbull Religion and the citybull The old city at night
These are detailed tours designed for visitors who wish to explore with great detail and not suitable for simply sight-seeing tourists
Day segments and ratesPR 0800-1230hrs AG 1330-1630hrs UE 1730-2130hrsAll sessions are priced at u 25 per single adult Group size upper limit = 8 Accompanied children under the age of five are gratis and school aged children pay 25 Family package rates are negotiable
ContactJaroslav Cernosek+420 602 228 797Mail jcernosekcentrumcz
wwwyourtuliptourcom
JC Tours
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star beer guide
The SentinelStar beer guide
lsquoFind the better bars serving it at the right price in the New Yearrsquo
Clever marketing and an effective pricing campaign has led to this A-class standard-bearing blonde becoming one of the most easily found lsquorealrsquo beers in Amsterdam cafeacutes and bars With its distinctive charisma and fresh fruity taste it sits just on the edge in terms of strength and only the brave and seasoned can be found using it as a session beer Prices across Amsterdam for the same Trappist-glass measure can range dramatically from euro 250 to euro 425 per glass so there is fun to be had trying to find the better bars serving it at the right price in the New Year Your search will be rewarded by this cool classic
Grimbergen Blonde is brewed by Alken-Maes Alken Belgium
By Denson Pierre
GRIMBERGEN BLONDE (67 ABV)
67star beer guide
68
classifi edsclassifi eds
BRING BACK
A substantial amount of the culture on mainland Europe revolves around platinum-standard beer of various descriptions and fl avours being easily available Amsterdam is not lacking in cafeacutes bars off licences supermarkets and online outlets stocking truly great beers available either immediately or within 24 hours With the growing popularity of high-yeast and high alcohol by volume brands how these drinks are served is a cause for concern however
Led by the Belgians and French the art of designing a glass that refl ects the individual quality of the liquid experience within is among these productsrsquo most out-standing features after their fl avour and power to in-toxicate Any beer of decent repute has its own glass in which it is intended to be served This always takes the form and size of a sensible measure to ensure a taste experience at the correct temperature and allow people to enjoy the evoked sensations before fi nding them-selves suddenly and blindingly drunk What we now often fi nd in tourist-pressed Amsterdam are these lsquoreal beersrsquo being off ered and served to ignorant punters in pint (or half-litre) measures leading to people becom-ing drunk at speed and destroying the overall aesthetic of lsquobeering itrsquo with style
The Sentinel says bring back the serving of high-alco-hol-content drinks in appropriate measures and if pos-sible in the glasses especially designed for the purpose This would be desirable for all manner of reasons not least health and safety Barkeepers can be educators too and it shouldnrsquot be too diffi cult to persuade tourists (usually German British and Irish) who represent the majority of volume drinkers in the cityrsquos more desirable watering holes It is foolish greedy and uncouth to con-sume high-alcohol beverages in such volumes and not expect to end up senselessly drunk and ultimately spoil the whole experience Volume drinkers should simply be directed to the lsquopiss waterrsquo beers of which there are many to satiate their needs and leave the quality beer tours for when they have educated themselves in the culture and manner of consumption that ensures maxi-mum pleasure and above all style
By Denson Pierre
STYLED BEER GLASSES
69amsterdam city life
We find the best most fun most typical exciting or local favourite restaurants etcetera in Amsterdam and bring them to you an easy way to feel like a local
Het Compagnie Theater Amsterdam 12122012
Recommended
70recommended
EUROGIFTSXenonweg 9 3812 SZ Amersfoort
Tel 033 - 454 35 75 - Fax 033 - 454 35 79E-mail lmproefeurogiftsnl
Website wwweurogiftsnl
FILMPROEF
ORDERNUMMER 6021022ARTIKELNUMMER 65123
Ware grootte (indien uitgeprint)Kleur opdruk Wit
Mulligans Irish Music BarAmsterdamrsquos best address for live Irish music Five (5) nights a week Check our agenda for upcoming sessions
Cafeacute KostverlorenCafeacute Kostverloren is a contemporary cafe offering the cosiness of a saloon an open kitchen and the intimacy of a living room During summer there is a large sunny terrace and during winter an open fi replace
VibesVibes is a relaxing cafecocktail bar art gallery with a large selection of coffees herbal teas homemade cakes and an amazing card of cocktails made with fresh fruit by a professional cocktail bartenderEnjoy our Italian kitchen in a cosy and friendly atmosphere
IncantoIncanto is a restaurant with a classic Italian kitchen Venetian chef Simone Ambrosin is known for his pure and simple style of cooking with feeling for nuance The wine list contains over 150 Italian wines
Planet RosePlanet Rose is the fi rst Caribbean restaurant in the Netherlands which specializes in Jamaican cuisine The menu features a daily changing selection of JamaicanCaribbean dishes and they ensure that you enjoy the whole expe-rience while dining with them
Cafe TisfrisCafe Tisfris is recognisable for its landmarks funky pillars and terrace Tisfris offers a friendly service and is a great pit stop for ldquoyummyrdquo refreshments
Cafe restaurant EdelCafe restaurant Edel is the perfect place for lunch dinner or to simply enjoy a drink Edel is a unique place in Amsterdam
Cafeacute OportoCafeacute Oporto is a traditional Amsterdam lsquobrown cafersquo Welcoming tourists and regular customers alike they offer televised sports wireless internet connection and a wide range of reasonably priced beers and spirits
Connoisseurs Delight Fun Drinking amp MusicTo Be Seen and Tasted
To Be Seen and Tasted
Fun Drinking amp Music
Connoisseurs Delight
Connoisseurs Delight
To Be Seen and Tasted
Neighbourhood cosy
Opera Prima - Patisserie Bistro TraiteurThe best place in town for lunch exquisite high teas or brunches and all of your luxury catering both private and corporate
Kinkerstraat 228 Amsterdamwwwoperaprimanl
St Antoniebreestraat 142 Amsterdamwwwtisfrisnl
Postjesweg 1 1057 DT Amsterdamwwwedelamsterdamnl
Zoutsteeg 1 1012 LX Amsterdamwwwcafeoportonethome
Amstel 100 1017 AC Amsterdamwwwmulligansnl
2e Kostverlorenkade 70 Amsterdamwwwcafekostverlorennl
Jan Pieter Heijestraat 137 Amsterdamwwwwixcomvibes137vibes
Amstel 2 Amsterdamwwwrestaurant-incantonl
Nicolaas Beetsstraat 47 Amsterdamwwwplanetroseinfo
71recommended
Answer to sentinelpostgmailcom
Where is this inAmsterdam
72spotted
Room 2cfilm
This is the one that will make you pause James Stewart one of my top ten actors of all time plays a businessman fighting to keep his life and family together while everything is crashing down around him In steps an lsquoangelrsquo to try and convince him that life is not as bad as it seems and that other people would be a lot worse off without him Probably the highest rated film Irsquove ever reviewed and one of the most Christmas-delicious I know
Could you walk 2400 kilometres while being pursued with little more than a longing to return to your homeland and mother to keep you and your dependant companions going Would you do this twice This utterly moving film highlights the true-life Australian apartheid practices of the twentieth century and the trauma it caused to native Australians The barren landscapes provide the perfect backdrop for compelling cinema-tography and its dryness will be irrigated by your tears
By David King
By dpmotions
Itrsquos a Wonderful Life (1946)
Rabbit-Proof Fence (2002)
73room2c
74trends
lsquoFacebook in particular is responsible for exacerbating unspoken competitivenessrsquo
By Dirkje Bakker-Pierre
Trends in the food industry are moving faster than lightning and are harder and harder to keep up with When you are all geared up to create your own artsy cupcakes all of a sudden cupcakes are out and macaroons are the flavour of the day
Sweat dripping and cheeks burning with stress levels going through the roof women all around the country have been toiling night and day to create just the right pimped-up cakes (completely covered in layers of pink and red marzipan tiny silver sugar balls and rose petals made from feather-light sugar) which look like they come from one of the newly popped-up cupcake shops Facebook in particular is responsible for exacerbating unspoken competitiveness due to images being posted of better looking and prettier cakes just after you posted your own in comparison pretty sad creations forcing you back into the kitchen to try again
One day itrsquos cutting out names from layers of chocolate the next itrsquos squirting curls and swirls of rainbow colours or grating organic carrots for the rather awkward lsquohealthyrsquo version the carrot cupcake
Shops have adjusted their aisles to make way for endless shelves of specialised products in all ranges of sweetness and multicoloured cuteness shapes tools mixtures and machines It is a whole world of custom products which just keeps growing and changing and you need to keep up with it all or risk being hopelessly left behind There are pink-coloured cook books workshops websites self-help groups and neglected overweight children crying for something non-sweet for once
But then after all your attempts and when you finally think you have achieved perfection before you know it you make a complete fool of yourself by serving the wrong type of sweet and colourful titbits because a new trend has already arrived That really makes you feel like a macaroon
All Caked Out
75trends
Winter solstice is an exciting time of year when we all start dreaming of more sun more light and more inspiration Continuing the gemstone theme I would like to draw your attention to the very lovely and sparkling sunstone also known as heliolite It is the official gemstone of the US state of Oregon which is a prime source for this beautiful gem The name heliolite is derived from the Greek lsquoheliosrsquo and lsquolithosrsquo which mean lsquosunrsquo and lsquostonersquo It was first discovered in Viking burial mounds but despite its long history is not found in abundance
Sunstone is metallic in appearance and comes in red orange or green colours However cleaner red sunstone is very rare and commands proper gemstone prices The stone is a composite of oligoclase feldspar which also contains hematite or goethite The presence of hematite or goethite gives the stone its ability to reflect light hence the name sunstone Sunstone is said to be an inspiration stone able to bestow freedom independence and happiness It also said to reduce fear alleviate stress and bring good luck in any game of chance This sparkly stone has a further use in healing and is believed to endow its wearers with enhanced self-healing powers Other properties
Shine
By Evelina Kvartunaite
ndash
lsquoDreaming of more sun more light and more inspirationrsquo
ndash
include stimulating the vegetative autonomic nervous system and enhancing the harmonious functioning of all the bodyrsquos organs It is also quite helpful in cases of exhaustion due to lack of sleep
The gemstone is used to treat chronic sore throats and relieves pain caused by stomach ulcers It has proved successful in alleviating Seasonal Affective Disorder (or SAD) and is also known for relieving cartilage problems rheumatism and general aches and pains Sunstone helps in dealing with depression and frees its wearers from feelings of discrimination and failure as well as from perceptions of an lsquoevil worldrsquo Sunstone increases a personrsquos sense of self-esteem and self-worth
Sunstone is particularly beneficial when used in sunshine or sunlight It brings abundance to a personrsquos life and transforms negative energy into positive energy
If you have any other helpful tips you would like to share please let me know at evelinakvartunaiteconsultancymarketmediacom
76health amp well-being
ndash
lsquoBestow freedom independence and happinessrsquo
ndash
ndash
lsquoIt has proved successful in alleviating Seasonal Affective
Disorderrsquo
ndash
77health amp well-being
world this lsquotrickeryrsquo has moved online With todayrsquos short attention spans the potential to draw users to a website and retain them is a crucial skill which is rewarded by the revenue that can be generated based on how long a user stays on a website Link-baiting should have been foreseen since it is inevitable
Every click on a website is a revenue-generating moment in terms of advertising The amount of adverts to which you can expose an online user as they click to and through your website is the currency used to determine whether an advertising agency spends its budget on one publication over another Real journalism and insightful opinions once drove online traffic for web publications but link-baiting is now seriously derailing this approach
Most of the time the story behind the sensational link does not live up to expectations A typical example of this can be found in the online edition of the Watford Observer on Tuesday 31 July 2012 The link-bait read ldquoCameron Diaz vows to kick drug habit with help of stepdadrdquo However following the link or falling for the bait led to the underwhelming story ldquoDrug user Cameron Diaz of Broomfield Rise Abbots Langley has sworn to clean up his act with the help of his stepfatherrdquo Although the story was factually correct the intention of the publication was to trick the
One of my previous articles described how online technology publications are subverting reality by not correctly echoing the sentiments of the consuming public Part of the cause of this is that usually in a bid to counter the majority of lacklustre stories floating around they subvert reality to make it more interesting How many non-geeks really care about the advantages of modelling parallelism on serial programs with the Intelreg Advisor XE Itrsquos certainly not a typically newsworthy story
As a result an annoying phenomenon has slowly been building momentum This is now quite evident all over the internet and is destroying good journalism The phenomenon is called Link-baiting Our trustworthy source of internet knowledge describes Link-bait(ing) as anything ldquointeresting enough to catch peoplersquos attentionrdquo (httpenwikipediaorgwikiLink_bait)
Link-baiting is synonymous with the sensational cover stories used on the front of magazines to entice people walking past to pick up the magazines and delve into them As with most things from the print
No news is good news
lsquoQuite evident all over the internet and is destroying good
journalismrsquo
By Simon Owusu
technology
TechBit Sio-Bytes
78
provider in America to the tune of US$ 400 million The initial story broke on the PRWEB website and the majority of online publications regurgitated the story with no additional insights such as the implications of such a deal which real journalism would call for None of them bothered to check the sources or the credibility of the story Millions of revenue-generating clicks later the more seasoned online publications such as CNN AllThings D and CNET broke the bigger story that the press release was fake and that both Google and ICOA Wireless had denied the story In a rush to break the story the first rule of journalism was contravened lsquoAlways check your sourcesrsquo
Given the transient nature of any false news stories posted on the internet these days the story quickly disappeared from most of the offending publications and today you will be hard pressed to find any mention of this slip-up The Sentinel we like to think always brings you the truth albeit typed on an iPad Mini so donrsquot count on us to follow such faulty phenomena and trends
online user into clicking on it due to the coincidental name-sharing of the Abbots Langley Cameron Diaz with the famous American actress Every link clicked demonstrates the potential for advertisers to reach larger audiences and generate revenue for the online publications
From the same school as link-baiting comes the phenomenon of lsquofirst past the postrsquo journalism within the advertising-driven online publication world In this type of journalism emphasis is placed on being first to publish or break a news story Online publications that are first to break a news story attract a high amount of traffic (which translates into large revenues generated by advertising) since they are the only source of that particular information for a short space of time Online users have no choice but to visit that particular site if they wish to read the scoop The downside of this is that in a bid to be first to reap the advertising revenues frequently news stories are not properly checked for credibility On Monday 26 November 2012 nearly every online technology publication published the story of Google purchasing ICOA Wireless a Wi-Fi hot-spot
lsquoFrequently news stories are not properly checked for credibilityrsquo
lsquolsquoAlways check your sourcesrsquorsquo
technology79
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these people in business suits are rushing to check in their business cases Irsquom manoeuvring my 19-metre ski bag between them Strange looks and questions donrsquot surprise me anymore The looks whispers and questions Irsquove had while on trains from one place to the next or on the tram after going to the beach on my way to the indoor slope this summer On the one hand they made me feel like I was some strange creature from another planet but on the other they got me extra stoked up about what Irsquom doing
As I write this itrsquos a week after I checked in my bags and Irsquom sitting in my favourite coffee shop Cuppa Joersquos in Breckenridge Colorado Over the past five days Irsquove been getting up every morning at around 630 am and getting out at around 800am Anyone who knows me will probably raise an eyebrow at this When Irsquom working at home on my photos and stories for the White Freeski Magazine where Irsquom editor-in-chief or on freelance assignments my daily rhythm is completely the opposite But I guess thatrsquos the nice thing about jetlag
Itrsquos hard to describe the feeling of finally getting back
You know that feeling of bubbly excitement you get when you are getting ready to go and do something yoursquove been anticipating for a long long time It might be finally nailing that presentation to finish up university cooking a great dinner for friends or excitement about meeting up with someone
Getting my bags out from the basement after they had been collecting dust for the past eight months prompted those feelings to rush through my veins once again Even though I donrsquot mind being home going to the beach and rehabbing my knee and visiting friends in different countries over the summer all this has taken place in the city and Irsquove been missing the mountains terribly As Irsquom getting my bags out it makes me realise that it really is almost time for me to click into my skis again and breathe in the fresh mountain air
After packing it was finally time to get on my flight to Denver Colorado on Monday morning While all
white outBubbles of Excitement
By Ananda van Welij
Just another girl from a country without mountains addicted to snow
lsquoGo and do something yoursquove been anticipating for a long long timersquo
82sport
have ahead of me this winter Looking forward again instead of being bummed I try to focus on the bright side like I did while I was stuck at home rehabbing and walking on crutches Trying to be inspired by what I see around me and what others do and have instead of being frustrated by it
It makes me wonder about just working and meeting up with friends at home I know I have a privileged life as Irsquom sitting here but isnrsquot this something we all experience in our daily lives It can be hard to sit down let go of the frustration sadness and problems and look forward Itrsquos not always possible to do it overnight but I think that just trying makes you feel better and in the end it allows you to bubble with excitement again no matter if itrsquos for a day of skiing or for finishing that project
My new mission for this season is to stay positive and draw inspiration from the people and things around me Irsquoll let you know how Irsquom doing in three weeksrsquo time
onto my skis after being out for eight months due to a torn MCL Cruising down the hill feeling and hearing the snow crunch under my feet It might sound strange to you but to me itrsquos a special sort of magic I guess it has something to do with the dopamine your body makes while having a great rush of excitement Although Irsquom pretty tired right now and taking a day off from skiing just walking outside and knowing that I can go up the hill any moment I like makes me feel better
Being so excited to be back on the snow after an injury also has a downside It comes in the form of having to hold myself back Since my injury I havenrsquot been jumping or doing any crazy tricks Itrsquos hard seeing all my friends jump and having fun in the park knowing I really shouldnrsquot do any of that stuff yet My mind is screaming ldquoYou can do that toordquo But Irsquom scared of a repeat injury brought on by pushing myself too hard too fast I have to force myself to sit down talk to my friends and listen to their stories of having fun while being genuinely happy for them To enjoy the sun instead of freaking myself out eat some good food have a good laugh and think of all the fun trips I
lsquoExtra stoked up about what Irsquom doingrsquo
lsquoTo me itrsquos a special sort of magicrsquo
83sport
sport84
sport
sport85
sport
Get advice on housing rental contracts and apartments in Amsterdam
wwwwswonennlenglish
wwwconsultancymarketmediacom
- Account Manager Market Media- (Internship) International Marketing Executive
we are looking for
86classifieds
87classifieds
We have reached the point of the season when the outstanding manager of the first half has his team profiled and receives a pat on the back An overall lead at Xmas more often than not means that the team has peaked during the first half of the season before going on to show signs of weakness This season unusually we have a manager who has led strongly from the very early weeks but who still has a full supply of substitutes in reserve This bodes ill for the other managers as even though he has been professionally hunted down to the point that his lead is now meagre (or even gone by the time this is published) Steven Fockema still holds all the aces given that his reserves remain intact while the chasersrsquo have been used up to varying degrees
Daft3Punks
GK Tim Krul (newcastle United) 25m ndash Out injured from the beginning of September until the end of November No proper form assessment possible so far this season and his team are in apparent gradual creep towards the relegation zone Rating 825
deF Jose enrique (Liverpool) 35m ndash At a work-in-progress team Now playing regularly as a midfielder and showing positive form Rating 85
deF daniel Agger (Liverpool) 4m ndash Still more bluster and posing than glory Rating 825
deF Winston Reid (West Ham) 1m ndash Doing New Zealand proud in the Premier League at his price West Ham may not secure a greater number of clean sheets in the second half of the season however Rating 80
deF Jan Vertonghen (Tottenham Hotspur) 45m ndash Handsome driving Belgian vanilla One of the stars of the season thus far Rating 90
mId Gareth Bale (Tottenham Hotspur) 55m ndash The most impressive individual player in the current Premier League Rating 915
mId michu (Swansea city) 2m ndash Incredible value at his price A natural goal-scorer extraordinaire who also gets around and shows versatility Rating 90
mId Yaya Toure (manchester city) 45m ndash Nowhere close to his form of the previous season even if that can change in the second half of this one Rating 850
FWd Fabio Borini (Liverpool) 3m ndash Tipped here to eventually do well but long-term injury befell him just at the time he was settling into his new team and system Rating 80
FWd olivier Giroud (Arsenal) 45m ndash Has been nudging levels above average of late Rating 850
FWd Papiss cisse (newcastle United) 5m ndash Another player showing an astonishing fall from the excellence of the final third of the previous season Newcastle United appear to need re-styling quickly Rating 825
overall rating 9340 (max 100)
The New Year will only bring fireworks given the keen match-up between FFG-CL managers
By Denson Pierre
The Gold Room
88
sport
89sport
wwwczechtourismcom
CZECH REPUBLIC - STUNNINGLY DIFFERENT
90
classifi eds
art57
58classifi eds
MechelenAuthentic and full of surprises Thatrsquos Mechelen Hospitable and honourable Thatrsquos the people of Mechelen Come and experience the cityrsquos urban charms for yourself Mechelen
Authentic and full of surprises Thatrsquos Mechelen Hospitable and honourable Thatrsquos the people of Mechelen Come and experience the cityrsquos urban charms for yourself
photography copy Layla Aerts
59classifieds
CafeacuteBar Review Batavia 1920
lsquoClassic bar art embraces you as you enterrsquo
cafebar review60
Batavia 1920Prins Hendrikkade 85 1012 AE Amsterdam
It is always handy to know of a wholesome cafeacutebar that ticks all the boxes even if it happens to be located at the busiest point of the old city (obliquely opposite Central Station) Over the course of the different seasons I managed to assess this fine establishment which serves as another reminder of what good honest bars are all about There is still quality available in Amsterdam
AmbianceThoughtful solid furniture easy lighting and classic bar art embraces you as you enter With a chess club professional dart board regular parties and borrels the vibe ranges daily from mellow to vibrant Rating 5
StaffregularsOn my most recent visit I had the pleasure of Elizabeth and Jamie leading the service but staff members are always experienced service is quick and drinks are de-livered with fresh smiles whoever happens to be work-ing The regulars are plentiful and the bar emanates the energy of a good professional lsquoIrishrsquo bar attracting an eclectic international mix to this super-central location It is a perfect meeting point for friends from any cardi-nal direction with the national transportation hub being literally just across the road Rating 5
Televised sportAmple flat screens and channels Rating 4
PricesIn general the prices are standard Central Amsterdam levels which is sadly typical of grand cafeacutes in this post-code area What works in Bataviarsquos favour is that it has an above-average selection of lsquoBelgian beautiesrsquo (beer) on offer Given the advised dosage having two or three should not leave you broke or broken The kitchen also has quite a strong reputation for above-average pub fare The Sunday roast dinner is especially popular and keeps folk who like that sort of thing coming back as often as they can afford it Rating 3
MusicGenuinely diverse popular and world music from a crisp-sounding digital sound system and staff members seem to have cool taste in music Rating 5
Smoking area provisionThere is a large smoking room on the lower level Sim-ple and ingenious air-conditioning allows you to spend your full upstairs session there without the sense of be-ing fumigated If you were not told about the smoking area below you would not know there was one Rating 5
Total rating 2730(Ratings from 1-5 where 1 = Very poor and 5 = Excel-lent)
By Denson Pierre
lsquoA perfect meeting point for friends from any cardinal directionrsquo
cafebar review6
1
lsquoIt has an above-average selection of lsquoBelgian beautiesrsquorsquo
cafebar review62
lsquoStaff members seem to have cool taste in musicrsquo
cafebar review63
For complete and world class tours of Prague
Packages includebull Hidden and playful Prague (for families with young children)bull Literary Praguebull Prague Architecture through the agesbull Religion and the citybull The old city at night
These are detailed tours designed for visitors who wish to explore with great detail and not suitable for simply sight-seeing tourists
Day segments and ratesPR 0800-1230hrs AG 1330-1630hrs UE 1730-2130hrsAll sessions are priced at u 25 per single adult Group size upper limit = 8 Accompanied children under the age of five are gratis and school aged children pay 25 Family package rates are negotiable
ContactJaroslav Cernosek+420 602 228 797Mail jcernosekcentrumcz
wwwyourtuliptourcom
JC Tours
64
classifieds
65classifieds
66
star beer guide
The SentinelStar beer guide
lsquoFind the better bars serving it at the right price in the New Yearrsquo
Clever marketing and an effective pricing campaign has led to this A-class standard-bearing blonde becoming one of the most easily found lsquorealrsquo beers in Amsterdam cafeacutes and bars With its distinctive charisma and fresh fruity taste it sits just on the edge in terms of strength and only the brave and seasoned can be found using it as a session beer Prices across Amsterdam for the same Trappist-glass measure can range dramatically from euro 250 to euro 425 per glass so there is fun to be had trying to find the better bars serving it at the right price in the New Year Your search will be rewarded by this cool classic
Grimbergen Blonde is brewed by Alken-Maes Alken Belgium
By Denson Pierre
GRIMBERGEN BLONDE (67 ABV)
67star beer guide
68
classifi edsclassifi eds
BRING BACK
A substantial amount of the culture on mainland Europe revolves around platinum-standard beer of various descriptions and fl avours being easily available Amsterdam is not lacking in cafeacutes bars off licences supermarkets and online outlets stocking truly great beers available either immediately or within 24 hours With the growing popularity of high-yeast and high alcohol by volume brands how these drinks are served is a cause for concern however
Led by the Belgians and French the art of designing a glass that refl ects the individual quality of the liquid experience within is among these productsrsquo most out-standing features after their fl avour and power to in-toxicate Any beer of decent repute has its own glass in which it is intended to be served This always takes the form and size of a sensible measure to ensure a taste experience at the correct temperature and allow people to enjoy the evoked sensations before fi nding them-selves suddenly and blindingly drunk What we now often fi nd in tourist-pressed Amsterdam are these lsquoreal beersrsquo being off ered and served to ignorant punters in pint (or half-litre) measures leading to people becom-ing drunk at speed and destroying the overall aesthetic of lsquobeering itrsquo with style
The Sentinel says bring back the serving of high-alco-hol-content drinks in appropriate measures and if pos-sible in the glasses especially designed for the purpose This would be desirable for all manner of reasons not least health and safety Barkeepers can be educators too and it shouldnrsquot be too diffi cult to persuade tourists (usually German British and Irish) who represent the majority of volume drinkers in the cityrsquos more desirable watering holes It is foolish greedy and uncouth to con-sume high-alcohol beverages in such volumes and not expect to end up senselessly drunk and ultimately spoil the whole experience Volume drinkers should simply be directed to the lsquopiss waterrsquo beers of which there are many to satiate their needs and leave the quality beer tours for when they have educated themselves in the culture and manner of consumption that ensures maxi-mum pleasure and above all style
By Denson Pierre
STYLED BEER GLASSES
69amsterdam city life
We find the best most fun most typical exciting or local favourite restaurants etcetera in Amsterdam and bring them to you an easy way to feel like a local
Het Compagnie Theater Amsterdam 12122012
Recommended
70recommended
EUROGIFTSXenonweg 9 3812 SZ Amersfoort
Tel 033 - 454 35 75 - Fax 033 - 454 35 79E-mail lmproefeurogiftsnl
Website wwweurogiftsnl
FILMPROEF
ORDERNUMMER 6021022ARTIKELNUMMER 65123
Ware grootte (indien uitgeprint)Kleur opdruk Wit
Mulligans Irish Music BarAmsterdamrsquos best address for live Irish music Five (5) nights a week Check our agenda for upcoming sessions
Cafeacute KostverlorenCafeacute Kostverloren is a contemporary cafe offering the cosiness of a saloon an open kitchen and the intimacy of a living room During summer there is a large sunny terrace and during winter an open fi replace
VibesVibes is a relaxing cafecocktail bar art gallery with a large selection of coffees herbal teas homemade cakes and an amazing card of cocktails made with fresh fruit by a professional cocktail bartenderEnjoy our Italian kitchen in a cosy and friendly atmosphere
IncantoIncanto is a restaurant with a classic Italian kitchen Venetian chef Simone Ambrosin is known for his pure and simple style of cooking with feeling for nuance The wine list contains over 150 Italian wines
Planet RosePlanet Rose is the fi rst Caribbean restaurant in the Netherlands which specializes in Jamaican cuisine The menu features a daily changing selection of JamaicanCaribbean dishes and they ensure that you enjoy the whole expe-rience while dining with them
Cafe TisfrisCafe Tisfris is recognisable for its landmarks funky pillars and terrace Tisfris offers a friendly service and is a great pit stop for ldquoyummyrdquo refreshments
Cafe restaurant EdelCafe restaurant Edel is the perfect place for lunch dinner or to simply enjoy a drink Edel is a unique place in Amsterdam
Cafeacute OportoCafeacute Oporto is a traditional Amsterdam lsquobrown cafersquo Welcoming tourists and regular customers alike they offer televised sports wireless internet connection and a wide range of reasonably priced beers and spirits
Connoisseurs Delight Fun Drinking amp MusicTo Be Seen and Tasted
To Be Seen and Tasted
Fun Drinking amp Music
Connoisseurs Delight
Connoisseurs Delight
To Be Seen and Tasted
Neighbourhood cosy
Opera Prima - Patisserie Bistro TraiteurThe best place in town for lunch exquisite high teas or brunches and all of your luxury catering both private and corporate
Kinkerstraat 228 Amsterdamwwwoperaprimanl
St Antoniebreestraat 142 Amsterdamwwwtisfrisnl
Postjesweg 1 1057 DT Amsterdamwwwedelamsterdamnl
Zoutsteeg 1 1012 LX Amsterdamwwwcafeoportonethome
Amstel 100 1017 AC Amsterdamwwwmulligansnl
2e Kostverlorenkade 70 Amsterdamwwwcafekostverlorennl
Jan Pieter Heijestraat 137 Amsterdamwwwwixcomvibes137vibes
Amstel 2 Amsterdamwwwrestaurant-incantonl
Nicolaas Beetsstraat 47 Amsterdamwwwplanetroseinfo
71recommended
Answer to sentinelpostgmailcom
Where is this inAmsterdam
72spotted
Room 2cfilm
This is the one that will make you pause James Stewart one of my top ten actors of all time plays a businessman fighting to keep his life and family together while everything is crashing down around him In steps an lsquoangelrsquo to try and convince him that life is not as bad as it seems and that other people would be a lot worse off without him Probably the highest rated film Irsquove ever reviewed and one of the most Christmas-delicious I know
Could you walk 2400 kilometres while being pursued with little more than a longing to return to your homeland and mother to keep you and your dependant companions going Would you do this twice This utterly moving film highlights the true-life Australian apartheid practices of the twentieth century and the trauma it caused to native Australians The barren landscapes provide the perfect backdrop for compelling cinema-tography and its dryness will be irrigated by your tears
By David King
By dpmotions
Itrsquos a Wonderful Life (1946)
Rabbit-Proof Fence (2002)
73room2c
74trends
lsquoFacebook in particular is responsible for exacerbating unspoken competitivenessrsquo
By Dirkje Bakker-Pierre
Trends in the food industry are moving faster than lightning and are harder and harder to keep up with When you are all geared up to create your own artsy cupcakes all of a sudden cupcakes are out and macaroons are the flavour of the day
Sweat dripping and cheeks burning with stress levels going through the roof women all around the country have been toiling night and day to create just the right pimped-up cakes (completely covered in layers of pink and red marzipan tiny silver sugar balls and rose petals made from feather-light sugar) which look like they come from one of the newly popped-up cupcake shops Facebook in particular is responsible for exacerbating unspoken competitiveness due to images being posted of better looking and prettier cakes just after you posted your own in comparison pretty sad creations forcing you back into the kitchen to try again
One day itrsquos cutting out names from layers of chocolate the next itrsquos squirting curls and swirls of rainbow colours or grating organic carrots for the rather awkward lsquohealthyrsquo version the carrot cupcake
Shops have adjusted their aisles to make way for endless shelves of specialised products in all ranges of sweetness and multicoloured cuteness shapes tools mixtures and machines It is a whole world of custom products which just keeps growing and changing and you need to keep up with it all or risk being hopelessly left behind There are pink-coloured cook books workshops websites self-help groups and neglected overweight children crying for something non-sweet for once
But then after all your attempts and when you finally think you have achieved perfection before you know it you make a complete fool of yourself by serving the wrong type of sweet and colourful titbits because a new trend has already arrived That really makes you feel like a macaroon
All Caked Out
75trends
Winter solstice is an exciting time of year when we all start dreaming of more sun more light and more inspiration Continuing the gemstone theme I would like to draw your attention to the very lovely and sparkling sunstone also known as heliolite It is the official gemstone of the US state of Oregon which is a prime source for this beautiful gem The name heliolite is derived from the Greek lsquoheliosrsquo and lsquolithosrsquo which mean lsquosunrsquo and lsquostonersquo It was first discovered in Viking burial mounds but despite its long history is not found in abundance
Sunstone is metallic in appearance and comes in red orange or green colours However cleaner red sunstone is very rare and commands proper gemstone prices The stone is a composite of oligoclase feldspar which also contains hematite or goethite The presence of hematite or goethite gives the stone its ability to reflect light hence the name sunstone Sunstone is said to be an inspiration stone able to bestow freedom independence and happiness It also said to reduce fear alleviate stress and bring good luck in any game of chance This sparkly stone has a further use in healing and is believed to endow its wearers with enhanced self-healing powers Other properties
Shine
By Evelina Kvartunaite
ndash
lsquoDreaming of more sun more light and more inspirationrsquo
ndash
include stimulating the vegetative autonomic nervous system and enhancing the harmonious functioning of all the bodyrsquos organs It is also quite helpful in cases of exhaustion due to lack of sleep
The gemstone is used to treat chronic sore throats and relieves pain caused by stomach ulcers It has proved successful in alleviating Seasonal Affective Disorder (or SAD) and is also known for relieving cartilage problems rheumatism and general aches and pains Sunstone helps in dealing with depression and frees its wearers from feelings of discrimination and failure as well as from perceptions of an lsquoevil worldrsquo Sunstone increases a personrsquos sense of self-esteem and self-worth
Sunstone is particularly beneficial when used in sunshine or sunlight It brings abundance to a personrsquos life and transforms negative energy into positive energy
If you have any other helpful tips you would like to share please let me know at evelinakvartunaiteconsultancymarketmediacom
76health amp well-being
ndash
lsquoBestow freedom independence and happinessrsquo
ndash
ndash
lsquoIt has proved successful in alleviating Seasonal Affective
Disorderrsquo
ndash
77health amp well-being
world this lsquotrickeryrsquo has moved online With todayrsquos short attention spans the potential to draw users to a website and retain them is a crucial skill which is rewarded by the revenue that can be generated based on how long a user stays on a website Link-baiting should have been foreseen since it is inevitable
Every click on a website is a revenue-generating moment in terms of advertising The amount of adverts to which you can expose an online user as they click to and through your website is the currency used to determine whether an advertising agency spends its budget on one publication over another Real journalism and insightful opinions once drove online traffic for web publications but link-baiting is now seriously derailing this approach
Most of the time the story behind the sensational link does not live up to expectations A typical example of this can be found in the online edition of the Watford Observer on Tuesday 31 July 2012 The link-bait read ldquoCameron Diaz vows to kick drug habit with help of stepdadrdquo However following the link or falling for the bait led to the underwhelming story ldquoDrug user Cameron Diaz of Broomfield Rise Abbots Langley has sworn to clean up his act with the help of his stepfatherrdquo Although the story was factually correct the intention of the publication was to trick the
One of my previous articles described how online technology publications are subverting reality by not correctly echoing the sentiments of the consuming public Part of the cause of this is that usually in a bid to counter the majority of lacklustre stories floating around they subvert reality to make it more interesting How many non-geeks really care about the advantages of modelling parallelism on serial programs with the Intelreg Advisor XE Itrsquos certainly not a typically newsworthy story
As a result an annoying phenomenon has slowly been building momentum This is now quite evident all over the internet and is destroying good journalism The phenomenon is called Link-baiting Our trustworthy source of internet knowledge describes Link-bait(ing) as anything ldquointeresting enough to catch peoplersquos attentionrdquo (httpenwikipediaorgwikiLink_bait)
Link-baiting is synonymous with the sensational cover stories used on the front of magazines to entice people walking past to pick up the magazines and delve into them As with most things from the print
No news is good news
lsquoQuite evident all over the internet and is destroying good
journalismrsquo
By Simon Owusu
technology
TechBit Sio-Bytes
78
provider in America to the tune of US$ 400 million The initial story broke on the PRWEB website and the majority of online publications regurgitated the story with no additional insights such as the implications of such a deal which real journalism would call for None of them bothered to check the sources or the credibility of the story Millions of revenue-generating clicks later the more seasoned online publications such as CNN AllThings D and CNET broke the bigger story that the press release was fake and that both Google and ICOA Wireless had denied the story In a rush to break the story the first rule of journalism was contravened lsquoAlways check your sourcesrsquo
Given the transient nature of any false news stories posted on the internet these days the story quickly disappeared from most of the offending publications and today you will be hard pressed to find any mention of this slip-up The Sentinel we like to think always brings you the truth albeit typed on an iPad Mini so donrsquot count on us to follow such faulty phenomena and trends
online user into clicking on it due to the coincidental name-sharing of the Abbots Langley Cameron Diaz with the famous American actress Every link clicked demonstrates the potential for advertisers to reach larger audiences and generate revenue for the online publications
From the same school as link-baiting comes the phenomenon of lsquofirst past the postrsquo journalism within the advertising-driven online publication world In this type of journalism emphasis is placed on being first to publish or break a news story Online publications that are first to break a news story attract a high amount of traffic (which translates into large revenues generated by advertising) since they are the only source of that particular information for a short space of time Online users have no choice but to visit that particular site if they wish to read the scoop The downside of this is that in a bid to be first to reap the advertising revenues frequently news stories are not properly checked for credibility On Monday 26 November 2012 nearly every online technology publication published the story of Google purchasing ICOA Wireless a Wi-Fi hot-spot
lsquoFrequently news stories are not properly checked for credibilityrsquo
lsquolsquoAlways check your sourcesrsquorsquo
technology79
80classifi eds
81classifi eds
these people in business suits are rushing to check in their business cases Irsquom manoeuvring my 19-metre ski bag between them Strange looks and questions donrsquot surprise me anymore The looks whispers and questions Irsquove had while on trains from one place to the next or on the tram after going to the beach on my way to the indoor slope this summer On the one hand they made me feel like I was some strange creature from another planet but on the other they got me extra stoked up about what Irsquom doing
As I write this itrsquos a week after I checked in my bags and Irsquom sitting in my favourite coffee shop Cuppa Joersquos in Breckenridge Colorado Over the past five days Irsquove been getting up every morning at around 630 am and getting out at around 800am Anyone who knows me will probably raise an eyebrow at this When Irsquom working at home on my photos and stories for the White Freeski Magazine where Irsquom editor-in-chief or on freelance assignments my daily rhythm is completely the opposite But I guess thatrsquos the nice thing about jetlag
Itrsquos hard to describe the feeling of finally getting back
You know that feeling of bubbly excitement you get when you are getting ready to go and do something yoursquove been anticipating for a long long time It might be finally nailing that presentation to finish up university cooking a great dinner for friends or excitement about meeting up with someone
Getting my bags out from the basement after they had been collecting dust for the past eight months prompted those feelings to rush through my veins once again Even though I donrsquot mind being home going to the beach and rehabbing my knee and visiting friends in different countries over the summer all this has taken place in the city and Irsquove been missing the mountains terribly As Irsquom getting my bags out it makes me realise that it really is almost time for me to click into my skis again and breathe in the fresh mountain air
After packing it was finally time to get on my flight to Denver Colorado on Monday morning While all
white outBubbles of Excitement
By Ananda van Welij
Just another girl from a country without mountains addicted to snow
lsquoGo and do something yoursquove been anticipating for a long long timersquo
82sport
have ahead of me this winter Looking forward again instead of being bummed I try to focus on the bright side like I did while I was stuck at home rehabbing and walking on crutches Trying to be inspired by what I see around me and what others do and have instead of being frustrated by it
It makes me wonder about just working and meeting up with friends at home I know I have a privileged life as Irsquom sitting here but isnrsquot this something we all experience in our daily lives It can be hard to sit down let go of the frustration sadness and problems and look forward Itrsquos not always possible to do it overnight but I think that just trying makes you feel better and in the end it allows you to bubble with excitement again no matter if itrsquos for a day of skiing or for finishing that project
My new mission for this season is to stay positive and draw inspiration from the people and things around me Irsquoll let you know how Irsquom doing in three weeksrsquo time
onto my skis after being out for eight months due to a torn MCL Cruising down the hill feeling and hearing the snow crunch under my feet It might sound strange to you but to me itrsquos a special sort of magic I guess it has something to do with the dopamine your body makes while having a great rush of excitement Although Irsquom pretty tired right now and taking a day off from skiing just walking outside and knowing that I can go up the hill any moment I like makes me feel better
Being so excited to be back on the snow after an injury also has a downside It comes in the form of having to hold myself back Since my injury I havenrsquot been jumping or doing any crazy tricks Itrsquos hard seeing all my friends jump and having fun in the park knowing I really shouldnrsquot do any of that stuff yet My mind is screaming ldquoYou can do that toordquo But Irsquom scared of a repeat injury brought on by pushing myself too hard too fast I have to force myself to sit down talk to my friends and listen to their stories of having fun while being genuinely happy for them To enjoy the sun instead of freaking myself out eat some good food have a good laugh and think of all the fun trips I
lsquoExtra stoked up about what Irsquom doingrsquo
lsquoTo me itrsquos a special sort of magicrsquo
83sport
sport84
sport
sport85
sport
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We have reached the point of the season when the outstanding manager of the first half has his team profiled and receives a pat on the back An overall lead at Xmas more often than not means that the team has peaked during the first half of the season before going on to show signs of weakness This season unusually we have a manager who has led strongly from the very early weeks but who still has a full supply of substitutes in reserve This bodes ill for the other managers as even though he has been professionally hunted down to the point that his lead is now meagre (or even gone by the time this is published) Steven Fockema still holds all the aces given that his reserves remain intact while the chasersrsquo have been used up to varying degrees
Daft3Punks
GK Tim Krul (newcastle United) 25m ndash Out injured from the beginning of September until the end of November No proper form assessment possible so far this season and his team are in apparent gradual creep towards the relegation zone Rating 825
deF Jose enrique (Liverpool) 35m ndash At a work-in-progress team Now playing regularly as a midfielder and showing positive form Rating 85
deF daniel Agger (Liverpool) 4m ndash Still more bluster and posing than glory Rating 825
deF Winston Reid (West Ham) 1m ndash Doing New Zealand proud in the Premier League at his price West Ham may not secure a greater number of clean sheets in the second half of the season however Rating 80
deF Jan Vertonghen (Tottenham Hotspur) 45m ndash Handsome driving Belgian vanilla One of the stars of the season thus far Rating 90
mId Gareth Bale (Tottenham Hotspur) 55m ndash The most impressive individual player in the current Premier League Rating 915
mId michu (Swansea city) 2m ndash Incredible value at his price A natural goal-scorer extraordinaire who also gets around and shows versatility Rating 90
mId Yaya Toure (manchester city) 45m ndash Nowhere close to his form of the previous season even if that can change in the second half of this one Rating 850
FWd Fabio Borini (Liverpool) 3m ndash Tipped here to eventually do well but long-term injury befell him just at the time he was settling into his new team and system Rating 80
FWd olivier Giroud (Arsenal) 45m ndash Has been nudging levels above average of late Rating 850
FWd Papiss cisse (newcastle United) 5m ndash Another player showing an astonishing fall from the excellence of the final third of the previous season Newcastle United appear to need re-styling quickly Rating 825
overall rating 9340 (max 100)
The New Year will only bring fireworks given the keen match-up between FFG-CL managers
By Denson Pierre
The Gold Room
88
sport
89sport
wwwczechtourismcom
CZECH REPUBLIC - STUNNINGLY DIFFERENT
90
classifi eds
58classifi eds
MechelenAuthentic and full of surprises Thatrsquos Mechelen Hospitable and honourable Thatrsquos the people of Mechelen Come and experience the cityrsquos urban charms for yourself Mechelen
Authentic and full of surprises Thatrsquos Mechelen Hospitable and honourable Thatrsquos the people of Mechelen Come and experience the cityrsquos urban charms for yourself
photography copy Layla Aerts
59classifieds
CafeacuteBar Review Batavia 1920
lsquoClassic bar art embraces you as you enterrsquo
cafebar review60
Batavia 1920Prins Hendrikkade 85 1012 AE Amsterdam
It is always handy to know of a wholesome cafeacutebar that ticks all the boxes even if it happens to be located at the busiest point of the old city (obliquely opposite Central Station) Over the course of the different seasons I managed to assess this fine establishment which serves as another reminder of what good honest bars are all about There is still quality available in Amsterdam
AmbianceThoughtful solid furniture easy lighting and classic bar art embraces you as you enter With a chess club professional dart board regular parties and borrels the vibe ranges daily from mellow to vibrant Rating 5
StaffregularsOn my most recent visit I had the pleasure of Elizabeth and Jamie leading the service but staff members are always experienced service is quick and drinks are de-livered with fresh smiles whoever happens to be work-ing The regulars are plentiful and the bar emanates the energy of a good professional lsquoIrishrsquo bar attracting an eclectic international mix to this super-central location It is a perfect meeting point for friends from any cardi-nal direction with the national transportation hub being literally just across the road Rating 5
Televised sportAmple flat screens and channels Rating 4
PricesIn general the prices are standard Central Amsterdam levels which is sadly typical of grand cafeacutes in this post-code area What works in Bataviarsquos favour is that it has an above-average selection of lsquoBelgian beautiesrsquo (beer) on offer Given the advised dosage having two or three should not leave you broke or broken The kitchen also has quite a strong reputation for above-average pub fare The Sunday roast dinner is especially popular and keeps folk who like that sort of thing coming back as often as they can afford it Rating 3
MusicGenuinely diverse popular and world music from a crisp-sounding digital sound system and staff members seem to have cool taste in music Rating 5
Smoking area provisionThere is a large smoking room on the lower level Sim-ple and ingenious air-conditioning allows you to spend your full upstairs session there without the sense of be-ing fumigated If you were not told about the smoking area below you would not know there was one Rating 5
Total rating 2730(Ratings from 1-5 where 1 = Very poor and 5 = Excel-lent)
By Denson Pierre
lsquoA perfect meeting point for friends from any cardinal directionrsquo
cafebar review6
1
lsquoIt has an above-average selection of lsquoBelgian beautiesrsquorsquo
cafebar review62
lsquoStaff members seem to have cool taste in musicrsquo
cafebar review63
For complete and world class tours of Prague
Packages includebull Hidden and playful Prague (for families with young children)bull Literary Praguebull Prague Architecture through the agesbull Religion and the citybull The old city at night
These are detailed tours designed for visitors who wish to explore with great detail and not suitable for simply sight-seeing tourists
Day segments and ratesPR 0800-1230hrs AG 1330-1630hrs UE 1730-2130hrsAll sessions are priced at u 25 per single adult Group size upper limit = 8 Accompanied children under the age of five are gratis and school aged children pay 25 Family package rates are negotiable
ContactJaroslav Cernosek+420 602 228 797Mail jcernosekcentrumcz
wwwyourtuliptourcom
JC Tours
64
classifieds
65classifieds
66
star beer guide
The SentinelStar beer guide
lsquoFind the better bars serving it at the right price in the New Yearrsquo
Clever marketing and an effective pricing campaign has led to this A-class standard-bearing blonde becoming one of the most easily found lsquorealrsquo beers in Amsterdam cafeacutes and bars With its distinctive charisma and fresh fruity taste it sits just on the edge in terms of strength and only the brave and seasoned can be found using it as a session beer Prices across Amsterdam for the same Trappist-glass measure can range dramatically from euro 250 to euro 425 per glass so there is fun to be had trying to find the better bars serving it at the right price in the New Year Your search will be rewarded by this cool classic
Grimbergen Blonde is brewed by Alken-Maes Alken Belgium
By Denson Pierre
GRIMBERGEN BLONDE (67 ABV)
67star beer guide
68
classifi edsclassifi eds
BRING BACK
A substantial amount of the culture on mainland Europe revolves around platinum-standard beer of various descriptions and fl avours being easily available Amsterdam is not lacking in cafeacutes bars off licences supermarkets and online outlets stocking truly great beers available either immediately or within 24 hours With the growing popularity of high-yeast and high alcohol by volume brands how these drinks are served is a cause for concern however
Led by the Belgians and French the art of designing a glass that refl ects the individual quality of the liquid experience within is among these productsrsquo most out-standing features after their fl avour and power to in-toxicate Any beer of decent repute has its own glass in which it is intended to be served This always takes the form and size of a sensible measure to ensure a taste experience at the correct temperature and allow people to enjoy the evoked sensations before fi nding them-selves suddenly and blindingly drunk What we now often fi nd in tourist-pressed Amsterdam are these lsquoreal beersrsquo being off ered and served to ignorant punters in pint (or half-litre) measures leading to people becom-ing drunk at speed and destroying the overall aesthetic of lsquobeering itrsquo with style
The Sentinel says bring back the serving of high-alco-hol-content drinks in appropriate measures and if pos-sible in the glasses especially designed for the purpose This would be desirable for all manner of reasons not least health and safety Barkeepers can be educators too and it shouldnrsquot be too diffi cult to persuade tourists (usually German British and Irish) who represent the majority of volume drinkers in the cityrsquos more desirable watering holes It is foolish greedy and uncouth to con-sume high-alcohol beverages in such volumes and not expect to end up senselessly drunk and ultimately spoil the whole experience Volume drinkers should simply be directed to the lsquopiss waterrsquo beers of which there are many to satiate their needs and leave the quality beer tours for when they have educated themselves in the culture and manner of consumption that ensures maxi-mum pleasure and above all style
By Denson Pierre
STYLED BEER GLASSES
69amsterdam city life
We find the best most fun most typical exciting or local favourite restaurants etcetera in Amsterdam and bring them to you an easy way to feel like a local
Het Compagnie Theater Amsterdam 12122012
Recommended
70recommended
EUROGIFTSXenonweg 9 3812 SZ Amersfoort
Tel 033 - 454 35 75 - Fax 033 - 454 35 79E-mail lmproefeurogiftsnl
Website wwweurogiftsnl
FILMPROEF
ORDERNUMMER 6021022ARTIKELNUMMER 65123
Ware grootte (indien uitgeprint)Kleur opdruk Wit
Mulligans Irish Music BarAmsterdamrsquos best address for live Irish music Five (5) nights a week Check our agenda for upcoming sessions
Cafeacute KostverlorenCafeacute Kostverloren is a contemporary cafe offering the cosiness of a saloon an open kitchen and the intimacy of a living room During summer there is a large sunny terrace and during winter an open fi replace
VibesVibes is a relaxing cafecocktail bar art gallery with a large selection of coffees herbal teas homemade cakes and an amazing card of cocktails made with fresh fruit by a professional cocktail bartenderEnjoy our Italian kitchen in a cosy and friendly atmosphere
IncantoIncanto is a restaurant with a classic Italian kitchen Venetian chef Simone Ambrosin is known for his pure and simple style of cooking with feeling for nuance The wine list contains over 150 Italian wines
Planet RosePlanet Rose is the fi rst Caribbean restaurant in the Netherlands which specializes in Jamaican cuisine The menu features a daily changing selection of JamaicanCaribbean dishes and they ensure that you enjoy the whole expe-rience while dining with them
Cafe TisfrisCafe Tisfris is recognisable for its landmarks funky pillars and terrace Tisfris offers a friendly service and is a great pit stop for ldquoyummyrdquo refreshments
Cafe restaurant EdelCafe restaurant Edel is the perfect place for lunch dinner or to simply enjoy a drink Edel is a unique place in Amsterdam
Cafeacute OportoCafeacute Oporto is a traditional Amsterdam lsquobrown cafersquo Welcoming tourists and regular customers alike they offer televised sports wireless internet connection and a wide range of reasonably priced beers and spirits
Connoisseurs Delight Fun Drinking amp MusicTo Be Seen and Tasted
To Be Seen and Tasted
Fun Drinking amp Music
Connoisseurs Delight
Connoisseurs Delight
To Be Seen and Tasted
Neighbourhood cosy
Opera Prima - Patisserie Bistro TraiteurThe best place in town for lunch exquisite high teas or brunches and all of your luxury catering both private and corporate
Kinkerstraat 228 Amsterdamwwwoperaprimanl
St Antoniebreestraat 142 Amsterdamwwwtisfrisnl
Postjesweg 1 1057 DT Amsterdamwwwedelamsterdamnl
Zoutsteeg 1 1012 LX Amsterdamwwwcafeoportonethome
Amstel 100 1017 AC Amsterdamwwwmulligansnl
2e Kostverlorenkade 70 Amsterdamwwwcafekostverlorennl
Jan Pieter Heijestraat 137 Amsterdamwwwwixcomvibes137vibes
Amstel 2 Amsterdamwwwrestaurant-incantonl
Nicolaas Beetsstraat 47 Amsterdamwwwplanetroseinfo
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Where is this inAmsterdam
72spotted
Room 2cfilm
This is the one that will make you pause James Stewart one of my top ten actors of all time plays a businessman fighting to keep his life and family together while everything is crashing down around him In steps an lsquoangelrsquo to try and convince him that life is not as bad as it seems and that other people would be a lot worse off without him Probably the highest rated film Irsquove ever reviewed and one of the most Christmas-delicious I know
Could you walk 2400 kilometres while being pursued with little more than a longing to return to your homeland and mother to keep you and your dependant companions going Would you do this twice This utterly moving film highlights the true-life Australian apartheid practices of the twentieth century and the trauma it caused to native Australians The barren landscapes provide the perfect backdrop for compelling cinema-tography and its dryness will be irrigated by your tears
By David King
By dpmotions
Itrsquos a Wonderful Life (1946)
Rabbit-Proof Fence (2002)
73room2c
74trends
lsquoFacebook in particular is responsible for exacerbating unspoken competitivenessrsquo
By Dirkje Bakker-Pierre
Trends in the food industry are moving faster than lightning and are harder and harder to keep up with When you are all geared up to create your own artsy cupcakes all of a sudden cupcakes are out and macaroons are the flavour of the day
Sweat dripping and cheeks burning with stress levels going through the roof women all around the country have been toiling night and day to create just the right pimped-up cakes (completely covered in layers of pink and red marzipan tiny silver sugar balls and rose petals made from feather-light sugar) which look like they come from one of the newly popped-up cupcake shops Facebook in particular is responsible for exacerbating unspoken competitiveness due to images being posted of better looking and prettier cakes just after you posted your own in comparison pretty sad creations forcing you back into the kitchen to try again
One day itrsquos cutting out names from layers of chocolate the next itrsquos squirting curls and swirls of rainbow colours or grating organic carrots for the rather awkward lsquohealthyrsquo version the carrot cupcake
Shops have adjusted their aisles to make way for endless shelves of specialised products in all ranges of sweetness and multicoloured cuteness shapes tools mixtures and machines It is a whole world of custom products which just keeps growing and changing and you need to keep up with it all or risk being hopelessly left behind There are pink-coloured cook books workshops websites self-help groups and neglected overweight children crying for something non-sweet for once
But then after all your attempts and when you finally think you have achieved perfection before you know it you make a complete fool of yourself by serving the wrong type of sweet and colourful titbits because a new trend has already arrived That really makes you feel like a macaroon
All Caked Out
75trends
Winter solstice is an exciting time of year when we all start dreaming of more sun more light and more inspiration Continuing the gemstone theme I would like to draw your attention to the very lovely and sparkling sunstone also known as heliolite It is the official gemstone of the US state of Oregon which is a prime source for this beautiful gem The name heliolite is derived from the Greek lsquoheliosrsquo and lsquolithosrsquo which mean lsquosunrsquo and lsquostonersquo It was first discovered in Viking burial mounds but despite its long history is not found in abundance
Sunstone is metallic in appearance and comes in red orange or green colours However cleaner red sunstone is very rare and commands proper gemstone prices The stone is a composite of oligoclase feldspar which also contains hematite or goethite The presence of hematite or goethite gives the stone its ability to reflect light hence the name sunstone Sunstone is said to be an inspiration stone able to bestow freedom independence and happiness It also said to reduce fear alleviate stress and bring good luck in any game of chance This sparkly stone has a further use in healing and is believed to endow its wearers with enhanced self-healing powers Other properties
Shine
By Evelina Kvartunaite
ndash
lsquoDreaming of more sun more light and more inspirationrsquo
ndash
include stimulating the vegetative autonomic nervous system and enhancing the harmonious functioning of all the bodyrsquos organs It is also quite helpful in cases of exhaustion due to lack of sleep
The gemstone is used to treat chronic sore throats and relieves pain caused by stomach ulcers It has proved successful in alleviating Seasonal Affective Disorder (or SAD) and is also known for relieving cartilage problems rheumatism and general aches and pains Sunstone helps in dealing with depression and frees its wearers from feelings of discrimination and failure as well as from perceptions of an lsquoevil worldrsquo Sunstone increases a personrsquos sense of self-esteem and self-worth
Sunstone is particularly beneficial when used in sunshine or sunlight It brings abundance to a personrsquos life and transforms negative energy into positive energy
If you have any other helpful tips you would like to share please let me know at evelinakvartunaiteconsultancymarketmediacom
76health amp well-being
ndash
lsquoBestow freedom independence and happinessrsquo
ndash
ndash
lsquoIt has proved successful in alleviating Seasonal Affective
Disorderrsquo
ndash
77health amp well-being
world this lsquotrickeryrsquo has moved online With todayrsquos short attention spans the potential to draw users to a website and retain them is a crucial skill which is rewarded by the revenue that can be generated based on how long a user stays on a website Link-baiting should have been foreseen since it is inevitable
Every click on a website is a revenue-generating moment in terms of advertising The amount of adverts to which you can expose an online user as they click to and through your website is the currency used to determine whether an advertising agency spends its budget on one publication over another Real journalism and insightful opinions once drove online traffic for web publications but link-baiting is now seriously derailing this approach
Most of the time the story behind the sensational link does not live up to expectations A typical example of this can be found in the online edition of the Watford Observer on Tuesday 31 July 2012 The link-bait read ldquoCameron Diaz vows to kick drug habit with help of stepdadrdquo However following the link or falling for the bait led to the underwhelming story ldquoDrug user Cameron Diaz of Broomfield Rise Abbots Langley has sworn to clean up his act with the help of his stepfatherrdquo Although the story was factually correct the intention of the publication was to trick the
One of my previous articles described how online technology publications are subverting reality by not correctly echoing the sentiments of the consuming public Part of the cause of this is that usually in a bid to counter the majority of lacklustre stories floating around they subvert reality to make it more interesting How many non-geeks really care about the advantages of modelling parallelism on serial programs with the Intelreg Advisor XE Itrsquos certainly not a typically newsworthy story
As a result an annoying phenomenon has slowly been building momentum This is now quite evident all over the internet and is destroying good journalism The phenomenon is called Link-baiting Our trustworthy source of internet knowledge describes Link-bait(ing) as anything ldquointeresting enough to catch peoplersquos attentionrdquo (httpenwikipediaorgwikiLink_bait)
Link-baiting is synonymous with the sensational cover stories used on the front of magazines to entice people walking past to pick up the magazines and delve into them As with most things from the print
No news is good news
lsquoQuite evident all over the internet and is destroying good
journalismrsquo
By Simon Owusu
technology
TechBit Sio-Bytes
78
provider in America to the tune of US$ 400 million The initial story broke on the PRWEB website and the majority of online publications regurgitated the story with no additional insights such as the implications of such a deal which real journalism would call for None of them bothered to check the sources or the credibility of the story Millions of revenue-generating clicks later the more seasoned online publications such as CNN AllThings D and CNET broke the bigger story that the press release was fake and that both Google and ICOA Wireless had denied the story In a rush to break the story the first rule of journalism was contravened lsquoAlways check your sourcesrsquo
Given the transient nature of any false news stories posted on the internet these days the story quickly disappeared from most of the offending publications and today you will be hard pressed to find any mention of this slip-up The Sentinel we like to think always brings you the truth albeit typed on an iPad Mini so donrsquot count on us to follow such faulty phenomena and trends
online user into clicking on it due to the coincidental name-sharing of the Abbots Langley Cameron Diaz with the famous American actress Every link clicked demonstrates the potential for advertisers to reach larger audiences and generate revenue for the online publications
From the same school as link-baiting comes the phenomenon of lsquofirst past the postrsquo journalism within the advertising-driven online publication world In this type of journalism emphasis is placed on being first to publish or break a news story Online publications that are first to break a news story attract a high amount of traffic (which translates into large revenues generated by advertising) since they are the only source of that particular information for a short space of time Online users have no choice but to visit that particular site if they wish to read the scoop The downside of this is that in a bid to be first to reap the advertising revenues frequently news stories are not properly checked for credibility On Monday 26 November 2012 nearly every online technology publication published the story of Google purchasing ICOA Wireless a Wi-Fi hot-spot
lsquoFrequently news stories are not properly checked for credibilityrsquo
lsquolsquoAlways check your sourcesrsquorsquo
technology79
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these people in business suits are rushing to check in their business cases Irsquom manoeuvring my 19-metre ski bag between them Strange looks and questions donrsquot surprise me anymore The looks whispers and questions Irsquove had while on trains from one place to the next or on the tram after going to the beach on my way to the indoor slope this summer On the one hand they made me feel like I was some strange creature from another planet but on the other they got me extra stoked up about what Irsquom doing
As I write this itrsquos a week after I checked in my bags and Irsquom sitting in my favourite coffee shop Cuppa Joersquos in Breckenridge Colorado Over the past five days Irsquove been getting up every morning at around 630 am and getting out at around 800am Anyone who knows me will probably raise an eyebrow at this When Irsquom working at home on my photos and stories for the White Freeski Magazine where Irsquom editor-in-chief or on freelance assignments my daily rhythm is completely the opposite But I guess thatrsquos the nice thing about jetlag
Itrsquos hard to describe the feeling of finally getting back
You know that feeling of bubbly excitement you get when you are getting ready to go and do something yoursquove been anticipating for a long long time It might be finally nailing that presentation to finish up university cooking a great dinner for friends or excitement about meeting up with someone
Getting my bags out from the basement after they had been collecting dust for the past eight months prompted those feelings to rush through my veins once again Even though I donrsquot mind being home going to the beach and rehabbing my knee and visiting friends in different countries over the summer all this has taken place in the city and Irsquove been missing the mountains terribly As Irsquom getting my bags out it makes me realise that it really is almost time for me to click into my skis again and breathe in the fresh mountain air
After packing it was finally time to get on my flight to Denver Colorado on Monday morning While all
white outBubbles of Excitement
By Ananda van Welij
Just another girl from a country without mountains addicted to snow
lsquoGo and do something yoursquove been anticipating for a long long timersquo
82sport
have ahead of me this winter Looking forward again instead of being bummed I try to focus on the bright side like I did while I was stuck at home rehabbing and walking on crutches Trying to be inspired by what I see around me and what others do and have instead of being frustrated by it
It makes me wonder about just working and meeting up with friends at home I know I have a privileged life as Irsquom sitting here but isnrsquot this something we all experience in our daily lives It can be hard to sit down let go of the frustration sadness and problems and look forward Itrsquos not always possible to do it overnight but I think that just trying makes you feel better and in the end it allows you to bubble with excitement again no matter if itrsquos for a day of skiing or for finishing that project
My new mission for this season is to stay positive and draw inspiration from the people and things around me Irsquoll let you know how Irsquom doing in three weeksrsquo time
onto my skis after being out for eight months due to a torn MCL Cruising down the hill feeling and hearing the snow crunch under my feet It might sound strange to you but to me itrsquos a special sort of magic I guess it has something to do with the dopamine your body makes while having a great rush of excitement Although Irsquom pretty tired right now and taking a day off from skiing just walking outside and knowing that I can go up the hill any moment I like makes me feel better
Being so excited to be back on the snow after an injury also has a downside It comes in the form of having to hold myself back Since my injury I havenrsquot been jumping or doing any crazy tricks Itrsquos hard seeing all my friends jump and having fun in the park knowing I really shouldnrsquot do any of that stuff yet My mind is screaming ldquoYou can do that toordquo But Irsquom scared of a repeat injury brought on by pushing myself too hard too fast I have to force myself to sit down talk to my friends and listen to their stories of having fun while being genuinely happy for them To enjoy the sun instead of freaking myself out eat some good food have a good laugh and think of all the fun trips I
lsquoExtra stoked up about what Irsquom doingrsquo
lsquoTo me itrsquos a special sort of magicrsquo
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We have reached the point of the season when the outstanding manager of the first half has his team profiled and receives a pat on the back An overall lead at Xmas more often than not means that the team has peaked during the first half of the season before going on to show signs of weakness This season unusually we have a manager who has led strongly from the very early weeks but who still has a full supply of substitutes in reserve This bodes ill for the other managers as even though he has been professionally hunted down to the point that his lead is now meagre (or even gone by the time this is published) Steven Fockema still holds all the aces given that his reserves remain intact while the chasersrsquo have been used up to varying degrees
Daft3Punks
GK Tim Krul (newcastle United) 25m ndash Out injured from the beginning of September until the end of November No proper form assessment possible so far this season and his team are in apparent gradual creep towards the relegation zone Rating 825
deF Jose enrique (Liverpool) 35m ndash At a work-in-progress team Now playing regularly as a midfielder and showing positive form Rating 85
deF daniel Agger (Liverpool) 4m ndash Still more bluster and posing than glory Rating 825
deF Winston Reid (West Ham) 1m ndash Doing New Zealand proud in the Premier League at his price West Ham may not secure a greater number of clean sheets in the second half of the season however Rating 80
deF Jan Vertonghen (Tottenham Hotspur) 45m ndash Handsome driving Belgian vanilla One of the stars of the season thus far Rating 90
mId Gareth Bale (Tottenham Hotspur) 55m ndash The most impressive individual player in the current Premier League Rating 915
mId michu (Swansea city) 2m ndash Incredible value at his price A natural goal-scorer extraordinaire who also gets around and shows versatility Rating 90
mId Yaya Toure (manchester city) 45m ndash Nowhere close to his form of the previous season even if that can change in the second half of this one Rating 850
FWd Fabio Borini (Liverpool) 3m ndash Tipped here to eventually do well but long-term injury befell him just at the time he was settling into his new team and system Rating 80
FWd olivier Giroud (Arsenal) 45m ndash Has been nudging levels above average of late Rating 850
FWd Papiss cisse (newcastle United) 5m ndash Another player showing an astonishing fall from the excellence of the final third of the previous season Newcastle United appear to need re-styling quickly Rating 825
overall rating 9340 (max 100)
The New Year will only bring fireworks given the keen match-up between FFG-CL managers
By Denson Pierre
The Gold Room
88
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89sport
wwwczechtourismcom
CZECH REPUBLIC - STUNNINGLY DIFFERENT
90
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MechelenAuthentic and full of surprises Thatrsquos Mechelen Hospitable and honourable Thatrsquos the people of Mechelen Come and experience the cityrsquos urban charms for yourself Mechelen
Authentic and full of surprises Thatrsquos Mechelen Hospitable and honourable Thatrsquos the people of Mechelen Come and experience the cityrsquos urban charms for yourself
photography copy Layla Aerts
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CafeacuteBar Review Batavia 1920
lsquoClassic bar art embraces you as you enterrsquo
cafebar review60
Batavia 1920Prins Hendrikkade 85 1012 AE Amsterdam
It is always handy to know of a wholesome cafeacutebar that ticks all the boxes even if it happens to be located at the busiest point of the old city (obliquely opposite Central Station) Over the course of the different seasons I managed to assess this fine establishment which serves as another reminder of what good honest bars are all about There is still quality available in Amsterdam
AmbianceThoughtful solid furniture easy lighting and classic bar art embraces you as you enter With a chess club professional dart board regular parties and borrels the vibe ranges daily from mellow to vibrant Rating 5
StaffregularsOn my most recent visit I had the pleasure of Elizabeth and Jamie leading the service but staff members are always experienced service is quick and drinks are de-livered with fresh smiles whoever happens to be work-ing The regulars are plentiful and the bar emanates the energy of a good professional lsquoIrishrsquo bar attracting an eclectic international mix to this super-central location It is a perfect meeting point for friends from any cardi-nal direction with the national transportation hub being literally just across the road Rating 5
Televised sportAmple flat screens and channels Rating 4
PricesIn general the prices are standard Central Amsterdam levels which is sadly typical of grand cafeacutes in this post-code area What works in Bataviarsquos favour is that it has an above-average selection of lsquoBelgian beautiesrsquo (beer) on offer Given the advised dosage having two or three should not leave you broke or broken The kitchen also has quite a strong reputation for above-average pub fare The Sunday roast dinner is especially popular and keeps folk who like that sort of thing coming back as often as they can afford it Rating 3
MusicGenuinely diverse popular and world music from a crisp-sounding digital sound system and staff members seem to have cool taste in music Rating 5
Smoking area provisionThere is a large smoking room on the lower level Sim-ple and ingenious air-conditioning allows you to spend your full upstairs session there without the sense of be-ing fumigated If you were not told about the smoking area below you would not know there was one Rating 5
Total rating 2730(Ratings from 1-5 where 1 = Very poor and 5 = Excel-lent)
By Denson Pierre
lsquoA perfect meeting point for friends from any cardinal directionrsquo
cafebar review6
1
lsquoIt has an above-average selection of lsquoBelgian beautiesrsquorsquo
cafebar review62
lsquoStaff members seem to have cool taste in musicrsquo
cafebar review63
For complete and world class tours of Prague
Packages includebull Hidden and playful Prague (for families with young children)bull Literary Praguebull Prague Architecture through the agesbull Religion and the citybull The old city at night
These are detailed tours designed for visitors who wish to explore with great detail and not suitable for simply sight-seeing tourists
Day segments and ratesPR 0800-1230hrs AG 1330-1630hrs UE 1730-2130hrsAll sessions are priced at u 25 per single adult Group size upper limit = 8 Accompanied children under the age of five are gratis and school aged children pay 25 Family package rates are negotiable
ContactJaroslav Cernosek+420 602 228 797Mail jcernosekcentrumcz
wwwyourtuliptourcom
JC Tours
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star beer guide
The SentinelStar beer guide
lsquoFind the better bars serving it at the right price in the New Yearrsquo
Clever marketing and an effective pricing campaign has led to this A-class standard-bearing blonde becoming one of the most easily found lsquorealrsquo beers in Amsterdam cafeacutes and bars With its distinctive charisma and fresh fruity taste it sits just on the edge in terms of strength and only the brave and seasoned can be found using it as a session beer Prices across Amsterdam for the same Trappist-glass measure can range dramatically from euro 250 to euro 425 per glass so there is fun to be had trying to find the better bars serving it at the right price in the New Year Your search will be rewarded by this cool classic
Grimbergen Blonde is brewed by Alken-Maes Alken Belgium
By Denson Pierre
GRIMBERGEN BLONDE (67 ABV)
67star beer guide
68
classifi edsclassifi eds
BRING BACK
A substantial amount of the culture on mainland Europe revolves around platinum-standard beer of various descriptions and fl avours being easily available Amsterdam is not lacking in cafeacutes bars off licences supermarkets and online outlets stocking truly great beers available either immediately or within 24 hours With the growing popularity of high-yeast and high alcohol by volume brands how these drinks are served is a cause for concern however
Led by the Belgians and French the art of designing a glass that refl ects the individual quality of the liquid experience within is among these productsrsquo most out-standing features after their fl avour and power to in-toxicate Any beer of decent repute has its own glass in which it is intended to be served This always takes the form and size of a sensible measure to ensure a taste experience at the correct temperature and allow people to enjoy the evoked sensations before fi nding them-selves suddenly and blindingly drunk What we now often fi nd in tourist-pressed Amsterdam are these lsquoreal beersrsquo being off ered and served to ignorant punters in pint (or half-litre) measures leading to people becom-ing drunk at speed and destroying the overall aesthetic of lsquobeering itrsquo with style
The Sentinel says bring back the serving of high-alco-hol-content drinks in appropriate measures and if pos-sible in the glasses especially designed for the purpose This would be desirable for all manner of reasons not least health and safety Barkeepers can be educators too and it shouldnrsquot be too diffi cult to persuade tourists (usually German British and Irish) who represent the majority of volume drinkers in the cityrsquos more desirable watering holes It is foolish greedy and uncouth to con-sume high-alcohol beverages in such volumes and not expect to end up senselessly drunk and ultimately spoil the whole experience Volume drinkers should simply be directed to the lsquopiss waterrsquo beers of which there are many to satiate their needs and leave the quality beer tours for when they have educated themselves in the culture and manner of consumption that ensures maxi-mum pleasure and above all style
By Denson Pierre
STYLED BEER GLASSES
69amsterdam city life
We find the best most fun most typical exciting or local favourite restaurants etcetera in Amsterdam and bring them to you an easy way to feel like a local
Het Compagnie Theater Amsterdam 12122012
Recommended
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EUROGIFTSXenonweg 9 3812 SZ Amersfoort
Tel 033 - 454 35 75 - Fax 033 - 454 35 79E-mail lmproefeurogiftsnl
Website wwweurogiftsnl
FILMPROEF
ORDERNUMMER 6021022ARTIKELNUMMER 65123
Ware grootte (indien uitgeprint)Kleur opdruk Wit
Mulligans Irish Music BarAmsterdamrsquos best address for live Irish music Five (5) nights a week Check our agenda for upcoming sessions
Cafeacute KostverlorenCafeacute Kostverloren is a contemporary cafe offering the cosiness of a saloon an open kitchen and the intimacy of a living room During summer there is a large sunny terrace and during winter an open fi replace
VibesVibes is a relaxing cafecocktail bar art gallery with a large selection of coffees herbal teas homemade cakes and an amazing card of cocktails made with fresh fruit by a professional cocktail bartenderEnjoy our Italian kitchen in a cosy and friendly atmosphere
IncantoIncanto is a restaurant with a classic Italian kitchen Venetian chef Simone Ambrosin is known for his pure and simple style of cooking with feeling for nuance The wine list contains over 150 Italian wines
Planet RosePlanet Rose is the fi rst Caribbean restaurant in the Netherlands which specializes in Jamaican cuisine The menu features a daily changing selection of JamaicanCaribbean dishes and they ensure that you enjoy the whole expe-rience while dining with them
Cafe TisfrisCafe Tisfris is recognisable for its landmarks funky pillars and terrace Tisfris offers a friendly service and is a great pit stop for ldquoyummyrdquo refreshments
Cafe restaurant EdelCafe restaurant Edel is the perfect place for lunch dinner or to simply enjoy a drink Edel is a unique place in Amsterdam
Cafeacute OportoCafeacute Oporto is a traditional Amsterdam lsquobrown cafersquo Welcoming tourists and regular customers alike they offer televised sports wireless internet connection and a wide range of reasonably priced beers and spirits
Connoisseurs Delight Fun Drinking amp MusicTo Be Seen and Tasted
To Be Seen and Tasted
Fun Drinking amp Music
Connoisseurs Delight
Connoisseurs Delight
To Be Seen and Tasted
Neighbourhood cosy
Opera Prima - Patisserie Bistro TraiteurThe best place in town for lunch exquisite high teas or brunches and all of your luxury catering both private and corporate
Kinkerstraat 228 Amsterdamwwwoperaprimanl
St Antoniebreestraat 142 Amsterdamwwwtisfrisnl
Postjesweg 1 1057 DT Amsterdamwwwedelamsterdamnl
Zoutsteeg 1 1012 LX Amsterdamwwwcafeoportonethome
Amstel 100 1017 AC Amsterdamwwwmulligansnl
2e Kostverlorenkade 70 Amsterdamwwwcafekostverlorennl
Jan Pieter Heijestraat 137 Amsterdamwwwwixcomvibes137vibes
Amstel 2 Amsterdamwwwrestaurant-incantonl
Nicolaas Beetsstraat 47 Amsterdamwwwplanetroseinfo
71recommended
Answer to sentinelpostgmailcom
Where is this inAmsterdam
72spotted
Room 2cfilm
This is the one that will make you pause James Stewart one of my top ten actors of all time plays a businessman fighting to keep his life and family together while everything is crashing down around him In steps an lsquoangelrsquo to try and convince him that life is not as bad as it seems and that other people would be a lot worse off without him Probably the highest rated film Irsquove ever reviewed and one of the most Christmas-delicious I know
Could you walk 2400 kilometres while being pursued with little more than a longing to return to your homeland and mother to keep you and your dependant companions going Would you do this twice This utterly moving film highlights the true-life Australian apartheid practices of the twentieth century and the trauma it caused to native Australians The barren landscapes provide the perfect backdrop for compelling cinema-tography and its dryness will be irrigated by your tears
By David King
By dpmotions
Itrsquos a Wonderful Life (1946)
Rabbit-Proof Fence (2002)
73room2c
74trends
lsquoFacebook in particular is responsible for exacerbating unspoken competitivenessrsquo
By Dirkje Bakker-Pierre
Trends in the food industry are moving faster than lightning and are harder and harder to keep up with When you are all geared up to create your own artsy cupcakes all of a sudden cupcakes are out and macaroons are the flavour of the day
Sweat dripping and cheeks burning with stress levels going through the roof women all around the country have been toiling night and day to create just the right pimped-up cakes (completely covered in layers of pink and red marzipan tiny silver sugar balls and rose petals made from feather-light sugar) which look like they come from one of the newly popped-up cupcake shops Facebook in particular is responsible for exacerbating unspoken competitiveness due to images being posted of better looking and prettier cakes just after you posted your own in comparison pretty sad creations forcing you back into the kitchen to try again
One day itrsquos cutting out names from layers of chocolate the next itrsquos squirting curls and swirls of rainbow colours or grating organic carrots for the rather awkward lsquohealthyrsquo version the carrot cupcake
Shops have adjusted their aisles to make way for endless shelves of specialised products in all ranges of sweetness and multicoloured cuteness shapes tools mixtures and machines It is a whole world of custom products which just keeps growing and changing and you need to keep up with it all or risk being hopelessly left behind There are pink-coloured cook books workshops websites self-help groups and neglected overweight children crying for something non-sweet for once
But then after all your attempts and when you finally think you have achieved perfection before you know it you make a complete fool of yourself by serving the wrong type of sweet and colourful titbits because a new trend has already arrived That really makes you feel like a macaroon
All Caked Out
75trends
Winter solstice is an exciting time of year when we all start dreaming of more sun more light and more inspiration Continuing the gemstone theme I would like to draw your attention to the very lovely and sparkling sunstone also known as heliolite It is the official gemstone of the US state of Oregon which is a prime source for this beautiful gem The name heliolite is derived from the Greek lsquoheliosrsquo and lsquolithosrsquo which mean lsquosunrsquo and lsquostonersquo It was first discovered in Viking burial mounds but despite its long history is not found in abundance
Sunstone is metallic in appearance and comes in red orange or green colours However cleaner red sunstone is very rare and commands proper gemstone prices The stone is a composite of oligoclase feldspar which also contains hematite or goethite The presence of hematite or goethite gives the stone its ability to reflect light hence the name sunstone Sunstone is said to be an inspiration stone able to bestow freedom independence and happiness It also said to reduce fear alleviate stress and bring good luck in any game of chance This sparkly stone has a further use in healing and is believed to endow its wearers with enhanced self-healing powers Other properties
Shine
By Evelina Kvartunaite
ndash
lsquoDreaming of more sun more light and more inspirationrsquo
ndash
include stimulating the vegetative autonomic nervous system and enhancing the harmonious functioning of all the bodyrsquos organs It is also quite helpful in cases of exhaustion due to lack of sleep
The gemstone is used to treat chronic sore throats and relieves pain caused by stomach ulcers It has proved successful in alleviating Seasonal Affective Disorder (or SAD) and is also known for relieving cartilage problems rheumatism and general aches and pains Sunstone helps in dealing with depression and frees its wearers from feelings of discrimination and failure as well as from perceptions of an lsquoevil worldrsquo Sunstone increases a personrsquos sense of self-esteem and self-worth
Sunstone is particularly beneficial when used in sunshine or sunlight It brings abundance to a personrsquos life and transforms negative energy into positive energy
If you have any other helpful tips you would like to share please let me know at evelinakvartunaiteconsultancymarketmediacom
76health amp well-being
ndash
lsquoBestow freedom independence and happinessrsquo
ndash
ndash
lsquoIt has proved successful in alleviating Seasonal Affective
Disorderrsquo
ndash
77health amp well-being
world this lsquotrickeryrsquo has moved online With todayrsquos short attention spans the potential to draw users to a website and retain them is a crucial skill which is rewarded by the revenue that can be generated based on how long a user stays on a website Link-baiting should have been foreseen since it is inevitable
Every click on a website is a revenue-generating moment in terms of advertising The amount of adverts to which you can expose an online user as they click to and through your website is the currency used to determine whether an advertising agency spends its budget on one publication over another Real journalism and insightful opinions once drove online traffic for web publications but link-baiting is now seriously derailing this approach
Most of the time the story behind the sensational link does not live up to expectations A typical example of this can be found in the online edition of the Watford Observer on Tuesday 31 July 2012 The link-bait read ldquoCameron Diaz vows to kick drug habit with help of stepdadrdquo However following the link or falling for the bait led to the underwhelming story ldquoDrug user Cameron Diaz of Broomfield Rise Abbots Langley has sworn to clean up his act with the help of his stepfatherrdquo Although the story was factually correct the intention of the publication was to trick the
One of my previous articles described how online technology publications are subverting reality by not correctly echoing the sentiments of the consuming public Part of the cause of this is that usually in a bid to counter the majority of lacklustre stories floating around they subvert reality to make it more interesting How many non-geeks really care about the advantages of modelling parallelism on serial programs with the Intelreg Advisor XE Itrsquos certainly not a typically newsworthy story
As a result an annoying phenomenon has slowly been building momentum This is now quite evident all over the internet and is destroying good journalism The phenomenon is called Link-baiting Our trustworthy source of internet knowledge describes Link-bait(ing) as anything ldquointeresting enough to catch peoplersquos attentionrdquo (httpenwikipediaorgwikiLink_bait)
Link-baiting is synonymous with the sensational cover stories used on the front of magazines to entice people walking past to pick up the magazines and delve into them As with most things from the print
No news is good news
lsquoQuite evident all over the internet and is destroying good
journalismrsquo
By Simon Owusu
technology
TechBit Sio-Bytes
78
provider in America to the tune of US$ 400 million The initial story broke on the PRWEB website and the majority of online publications regurgitated the story with no additional insights such as the implications of such a deal which real journalism would call for None of them bothered to check the sources or the credibility of the story Millions of revenue-generating clicks later the more seasoned online publications such as CNN AllThings D and CNET broke the bigger story that the press release was fake and that both Google and ICOA Wireless had denied the story In a rush to break the story the first rule of journalism was contravened lsquoAlways check your sourcesrsquo
Given the transient nature of any false news stories posted on the internet these days the story quickly disappeared from most of the offending publications and today you will be hard pressed to find any mention of this slip-up The Sentinel we like to think always brings you the truth albeit typed on an iPad Mini so donrsquot count on us to follow such faulty phenomena and trends
online user into clicking on it due to the coincidental name-sharing of the Abbots Langley Cameron Diaz with the famous American actress Every link clicked demonstrates the potential for advertisers to reach larger audiences and generate revenue for the online publications
From the same school as link-baiting comes the phenomenon of lsquofirst past the postrsquo journalism within the advertising-driven online publication world In this type of journalism emphasis is placed on being first to publish or break a news story Online publications that are first to break a news story attract a high amount of traffic (which translates into large revenues generated by advertising) since they are the only source of that particular information for a short space of time Online users have no choice but to visit that particular site if they wish to read the scoop The downside of this is that in a bid to be first to reap the advertising revenues frequently news stories are not properly checked for credibility On Monday 26 November 2012 nearly every online technology publication published the story of Google purchasing ICOA Wireless a Wi-Fi hot-spot
lsquoFrequently news stories are not properly checked for credibilityrsquo
lsquolsquoAlways check your sourcesrsquorsquo
technology79
80classifi eds
81classifi eds
these people in business suits are rushing to check in their business cases Irsquom manoeuvring my 19-metre ski bag between them Strange looks and questions donrsquot surprise me anymore The looks whispers and questions Irsquove had while on trains from one place to the next or on the tram after going to the beach on my way to the indoor slope this summer On the one hand they made me feel like I was some strange creature from another planet but on the other they got me extra stoked up about what Irsquom doing
As I write this itrsquos a week after I checked in my bags and Irsquom sitting in my favourite coffee shop Cuppa Joersquos in Breckenridge Colorado Over the past five days Irsquove been getting up every morning at around 630 am and getting out at around 800am Anyone who knows me will probably raise an eyebrow at this When Irsquom working at home on my photos and stories for the White Freeski Magazine where Irsquom editor-in-chief or on freelance assignments my daily rhythm is completely the opposite But I guess thatrsquos the nice thing about jetlag
Itrsquos hard to describe the feeling of finally getting back
You know that feeling of bubbly excitement you get when you are getting ready to go and do something yoursquove been anticipating for a long long time It might be finally nailing that presentation to finish up university cooking a great dinner for friends or excitement about meeting up with someone
Getting my bags out from the basement after they had been collecting dust for the past eight months prompted those feelings to rush through my veins once again Even though I donrsquot mind being home going to the beach and rehabbing my knee and visiting friends in different countries over the summer all this has taken place in the city and Irsquove been missing the mountains terribly As Irsquom getting my bags out it makes me realise that it really is almost time for me to click into my skis again and breathe in the fresh mountain air
After packing it was finally time to get on my flight to Denver Colorado on Monday morning While all
white outBubbles of Excitement
By Ananda van Welij
Just another girl from a country without mountains addicted to snow
lsquoGo and do something yoursquove been anticipating for a long long timersquo
82sport
have ahead of me this winter Looking forward again instead of being bummed I try to focus on the bright side like I did while I was stuck at home rehabbing and walking on crutches Trying to be inspired by what I see around me and what others do and have instead of being frustrated by it
It makes me wonder about just working and meeting up with friends at home I know I have a privileged life as Irsquom sitting here but isnrsquot this something we all experience in our daily lives It can be hard to sit down let go of the frustration sadness and problems and look forward Itrsquos not always possible to do it overnight but I think that just trying makes you feel better and in the end it allows you to bubble with excitement again no matter if itrsquos for a day of skiing or for finishing that project
My new mission for this season is to stay positive and draw inspiration from the people and things around me Irsquoll let you know how Irsquom doing in three weeksrsquo time
onto my skis after being out for eight months due to a torn MCL Cruising down the hill feeling and hearing the snow crunch under my feet It might sound strange to you but to me itrsquos a special sort of magic I guess it has something to do with the dopamine your body makes while having a great rush of excitement Although Irsquom pretty tired right now and taking a day off from skiing just walking outside and knowing that I can go up the hill any moment I like makes me feel better
Being so excited to be back on the snow after an injury also has a downside It comes in the form of having to hold myself back Since my injury I havenrsquot been jumping or doing any crazy tricks Itrsquos hard seeing all my friends jump and having fun in the park knowing I really shouldnrsquot do any of that stuff yet My mind is screaming ldquoYou can do that toordquo But Irsquom scared of a repeat injury brought on by pushing myself too hard too fast I have to force myself to sit down talk to my friends and listen to their stories of having fun while being genuinely happy for them To enjoy the sun instead of freaking myself out eat some good food have a good laugh and think of all the fun trips I
lsquoExtra stoked up about what Irsquom doingrsquo
lsquoTo me itrsquos a special sort of magicrsquo
83sport
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sport
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We have reached the point of the season when the outstanding manager of the first half has his team profiled and receives a pat on the back An overall lead at Xmas more often than not means that the team has peaked during the first half of the season before going on to show signs of weakness This season unusually we have a manager who has led strongly from the very early weeks but who still has a full supply of substitutes in reserve This bodes ill for the other managers as even though he has been professionally hunted down to the point that his lead is now meagre (or even gone by the time this is published) Steven Fockema still holds all the aces given that his reserves remain intact while the chasersrsquo have been used up to varying degrees
Daft3Punks
GK Tim Krul (newcastle United) 25m ndash Out injured from the beginning of September until the end of November No proper form assessment possible so far this season and his team are in apparent gradual creep towards the relegation zone Rating 825
deF Jose enrique (Liverpool) 35m ndash At a work-in-progress team Now playing regularly as a midfielder and showing positive form Rating 85
deF daniel Agger (Liverpool) 4m ndash Still more bluster and posing than glory Rating 825
deF Winston Reid (West Ham) 1m ndash Doing New Zealand proud in the Premier League at his price West Ham may not secure a greater number of clean sheets in the second half of the season however Rating 80
deF Jan Vertonghen (Tottenham Hotspur) 45m ndash Handsome driving Belgian vanilla One of the stars of the season thus far Rating 90
mId Gareth Bale (Tottenham Hotspur) 55m ndash The most impressive individual player in the current Premier League Rating 915
mId michu (Swansea city) 2m ndash Incredible value at his price A natural goal-scorer extraordinaire who also gets around and shows versatility Rating 90
mId Yaya Toure (manchester city) 45m ndash Nowhere close to his form of the previous season even if that can change in the second half of this one Rating 850
FWd Fabio Borini (Liverpool) 3m ndash Tipped here to eventually do well but long-term injury befell him just at the time he was settling into his new team and system Rating 80
FWd olivier Giroud (Arsenal) 45m ndash Has been nudging levels above average of late Rating 850
FWd Papiss cisse (newcastle United) 5m ndash Another player showing an astonishing fall from the excellence of the final third of the previous season Newcastle United appear to need re-styling quickly Rating 825
overall rating 9340 (max 100)
The New Year will only bring fireworks given the keen match-up between FFG-CL managers
By Denson Pierre
The Gold Room
88
sport
89sport
wwwczechtourismcom
CZECH REPUBLIC - STUNNINGLY DIFFERENT
90
classifi eds
CafeacuteBar Review Batavia 1920
lsquoClassic bar art embraces you as you enterrsquo
cafebar review60
Batavia 1920Prins Hendrikkade 85 1012 AE Amsterdam
It is always handy to know of a wholesome cafeacutebar that ticks all the boxes even if it happens to be located at the busiest point of the old city (obliquely opposite Central Station) Over the course of the different seasons I managed to assess this fine establishment which serves as another reminder of what good honest bars are all about There is still quality available in Amsterdam
AmbianceThoughtful solid furniture easy lighting and classic bar art embraces you as you enter With a chess club professional dart board regular parties and borrels the vibe ranges daily from mellow to vibrant Rating 5
StaffregularsOn my most recent visit I had the pleasure of Elizabeth and Jamie leading the service but staff members are always experienced service is quick and drinks are de-livered with fresh smiles whoever happens to be work-ing The regulars are plentiful and the bar emanates the energy of a good professional lsquoIrishrsquo bar attracting an eclectic international mix to this super-central location It is a perfect meeting point for friends from any cardi-nal direction with the national transportation hub being literally just across the road Rating 5
Televised sportAmple flat screens and channels Rating 4
PricesIn general the prices are standard Central Amsterdam levels which is sadly typical of grand cafeacutes in this post-code area What works in Bataviarsquos favour is that it has an above-average selection of lsquoBelgian beautiesrsquo (beer) on offer Given the advised dosage having two or three should not leave you broke or broken The kitchen also has quite a strong reputation for above-average pub fare The Sunday roast dinner is especially popular and keeps folk who like that sort of thing coming back as often as they can afford it Rating 3
MusicGenuinely diverse popular and world music from a crisp-sounding digital sound system and staff members seem to have cool taste in music Rating 5
Smoking area provisionThere is a large smoking room on the lower level Sim-ple and ingenious air-conditioning allows you to spend your full upstairs session there without the sense of be-ing fumigated If you were not told about the smoking area below you would not know there was one Rating 5
Total rating 2730(Ratings from 1-5 where 1 = Very poor and 5 = Excel-lent)
By Denson Pierre
lsquoA perfect meeting point for friends from any cardinal directionrsquo
cafebar review6
1
lsquoIt has an above-average selection of lsquoBelgian beautiesrsquorsquo
cafebar review62
lsquoStaff members seem to have cool taste in musicrsquo
cafebar review63
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Day segments and ratesPR 0800-1230hrs AG 1330-1630hrs UE 1730-2130hrsAll sessions are priced at u 25 per single adult Group size upper limit = 8 Accompanied children under the age of five are gratis and school aged children pay 25 Family package rates are negotiable
ContactJaroslav Cernosek+420 602 228 797Mail jcernosekcentrumcz
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star beer guide
The SentinelStar beer guide
lsquoFind the better bars serving it at the right price in the New Yearrsquo
Clever marketing and an effective pricing campaign has led to this A-class standard-bearing blonde becoming one of the most easily found lsquorealrsquo beers in Amsterdam cafeacutes and bars With its distinctive charisma and fresh fruity taste it sits just on the edge in terms of strength and only the brave and seasoned can be found using it as a session beer Prices across Amsterdam for the same Trappist-glass measure can range dramatically from euro 250 to euro 425 per glass so there is fun to be had trying to find the better bars serving it at the right price in the New Year Your search will be rewarded by this cool classic
Grimbergen Blonde is brewed by Alken-Maes Alken Belgium
By Denson Pierre
GRIMBERGEN BLONDE (67 ABV)
67star beer guide
68
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BRING BACK
A substantial amount of the culture on mainland Europe revolves around platinum-standard beer of various descriptions and fl avours being easily available Amsterdam is not lacking in cafeacutes bars off licences supermarkets and online outlets stocking truly great beers available either immediately or within 24 hours With the growing popularity of high-yeast and high alcohol by volume brands how these drinks are served is a cause for concern however
Led by the Belgians and French the art of designing a glass that refl ects the individual quality of the liquid experience within is among these productsrsquo most out-standing features after their fl avour and power to in-toxicate Any beer of decent repute has its own glass in which it is intended to be served This always takes the form and size of a sensible measure to ensure a taste experience at the correct temperature and allow people to enjoy the evoked sensations before fi nding them-selves suddenly and blindingly drunk What we now often fi nd in tourist-pressed Amsterdam are these lsquoreal beersrsquo being off ered and served to ignorant punters in pint (or half-litre) measures leading to people becom-ing drunk at speed and destroying the overall aesthetic of lsquobeering itrsquo with style
The Sentinel says bring back the serving of high-alco-hol-content drinks in appropriate measures and if pos-sible in the glasses especially designed for the purpose This would be desirable for all manner of reasons not least health and safety Barkeepers can be educators too and it shouldnrsquot be too diffi cult to persuade tourists (usually German British and Irish) who represent the majority of volume drinkers in the cityrsquos more desirable watering holes It is foolish greedy and uncouth to con-sume high-alcohol beverages in such volumes and not expect to end up senselessly drunk and ultimately spoil the whole experience Volume drinkers should simply be directed to the lsquopiss waterrsquo beers of which there are many to satiate their needs and leave the quality beer tours for when they have educated themselves in the culture and manner of consumption that ensures maxi-mum pleasure and above all style
By Denson Pierre
STYLED BEER GLASSES
69amsterdam city life
We find the best most fun most typical exciting or local favourite restaurants etcetera in Amsterdam and bring them to you an easy way to feel like a local
Het Compagnie Theater Amsterdam 12122012
Recommended
70recommended
EUROGIFTSXenonweg 9 3812 SZ Amersfoort
Tel 033 - 454 35 75 - Fax 033 - 454 35 79E-mail lmproefeurogiftsnl
Website wwweurogiftsnl
FILMPROEF
ORDERNUMMER 6021022ARTIKELNUMMER 65123
Ware grootte (indien uitgeprint)Kleur opdruk Wit
Mulligans Irish Music BarAmsterdamrsquos best address for live Irish music Five (5) nights a week Check our agenda for upcoming sessions
Cafeacute KostverlorenCafeacute Kostverloren is a contemporary cafe offering the cosiness of a saloon an open kitchen and the intimacy of a living room During summer there is a large sunny terrace and during winter an open fi replace
VibesVibes is a relaxing cafecocktail bar art gallery with a large selection of coffees herbal teas homemade cakes and an amazing card of cocktails made with fresh fruit by a professional cocktail bartenderEnjoy our Italian kitchen in a cosy and friendly atmosphere
IncantoIncanto is a restaurant with a classic Italian kitchen Venetian chef Simone Ambrosin is known for his pure and simple style of cooking with feeling for nuance The wine list contains over 150 Italian wines
Planet RosePlanet Rose is the fi rst Caribbean restaurant in the Netherlands which specializes in Jamaican cuisine The menu features a daily changing selection of JamaicanCaribbean dishes and they ensure that you enjoy the whole expe-rience while dining with them
Cafe TisfrisCafe Tisfris is recognisable for its landmarks funky pillars and terrace Tisfris offers a friendly service and is a great pit stop for ldquoyummyrdquo refreshments
Cafe restaurant EdelCafe restaurant Edel is the perfect place for lunch dinner or to simply enjoy a drink Edel is a unique place in Amsterdam
Cafeacute OportoCafeacute Oporto is a traditional Amsterdam lsquobrown cafersquo Welcoming tourists and regular customers alike they offer televised sports wireless internet connection and a wide range of reasonably priced beers and spirits
Connoisseurs Delight Fun Drinking amp MusicTo Be Seen and Tasted
To Be Seen and Tasted
Fun Drinking amp Music
Connoisseurs Delight
Connoisseurs Delight
To Be Seen and Tasted
Neighbourhood cosy
Opera Prima - Patisserie Bistro TraiteurThe best place in town for lunch exquisite high teas or brunches and all of your luxury catering both private and corporate
Kinkerstraat 228 Amsterdamwwwoperaprimanl
St Antoniebreestraat 142 Amsterdamwwwtisfrisnl
Postjesweg 1 1057 DT Amsterdamwwwedelamsterdamnl
Zoutsteeg 1 1012 LX Amsterdamwwwcafeoportonethome
Amstel 100 1017 AC Amsterdamwwwmulligansnl
2e Kostverlorenkade 70 Amsterdamwwwcafekostverlorennl
Jan Pieter Heijestraat 137 Amsterdamwwwwixcomvibes137vibes
Amstel 2 Amsterdamwwwrestaurant-incantonl
Nicolaas Beetsstraat 47 Amsterdamwwwplanetroseinfo
71recommended
Answer to sentinelpostgmailcom
Where is this inAmsterdam
72spotted
Room 2cfilm
This is the one that will make you pause James Stewart one of my top ten actors of all time plays a businessman fighting to keep his life and family together while everything is crashing down around him In steps an lsquoangelrsquo to try and convince him that life is not as bad as it seems and that other people would be a lot worse off without him Probably the highest rated film Irsquove ever reviewed and one of the most Christmas-delicious I know
Could you walk 2400 kilometres while being pursued with little more than a longing to return to your homeland and mother to keep you and your dependant companions going Would you do this twice This utterly moving film highlights the true-life Australian apartheid practices of the twentieth century and the trauma it caused to native Australians The barren landscapes provide the perfect backdrop for compelling cinema-tography and its dryness will be irrigated by your tears
By David King
By dpmotions
Itrsquos a Wonderful Life (1946)
Rabbit-Proof Fence (2002)
73room2c
74trends
lsquoFacebook in particular is responsible for exacerbating unspoken competitivenessrsquo
By Dirkje Bakker-Pierre
Trends in the food industry are moving faster than lightning and are harder and harder to keep up with When you are all geared up to create your own artsy cupcakes all of a sudden cupcakes are out and macaroons are the flavour of the day
Sweat dripping and cheeks burning with stress levels going through the roof women all around the country have been toiling night and day to create just the right pimped-up cakes (completely covered in layers of pink and red marzipan tiny silver sugar balls and rose petals made from feather-light sugar) which look like they come from one of the newly popped-up cupcake shops Facebook in particular is responsible for exacerbating unspoken competitiveness due to images being posted of better looking and prettier cakes just after you posted your own in comparison pretty sad creations forcing you back into the kitchen to try again
One day itrsquos cutting out names from layers of chocolate the next itrsquos squirting curls and swirls of rainbow colours or grating organic carrots for the rather awkward lsquohealthyrsquo version the carrot cupcake
Shops have adjusted their aisles to make way for endless shelves of specialised products in all ranges of sweetness and multicoloured cuteness shapes tools mixtures and machines It is a whole world of custom products which just keeps growing and changing and you need to keep up with it all or risk being hopelessly left behind There are pink-coloured cook books workshops websites self-help groups and neglected overweight children crying for something non-sweet for once
But then after all your attempts and when you finally think you have achieved perfection before you know it you make a complete fool of yourself by serving the wrong type of sweet and colourful titbits because a new trend has already arrived That really makes you feel like a macaroon
All Caked Out
75trends
Winter solstice is an exciting time of year when we all start dreaming of more sun more light and more inspiration Continuing the gemstone theme I would like to draw your attention to the very lovely and sparkling sunstone also known as heliolite It is the official gemstone of the US state of Oregon which is a prime source for this beautiful gem The name heliolite is derived from the Greek lsquoheliosrsquo and lsquolithosrsquo which mean lsquosunrsquo and lsquostonersquo It was first discovered in Viking burial mounds but despite its long history is not found in abundance
Sunstone is metallic in appearance and comes in red orange or green colours However cleaner red sunstone is very rare and commands proper gemstone prices The stone is a composite of oligoclase feldspar which also contains hematite or goethite The presence of hematite or goethite gives the stone its ability to reflect light hence the name sunstone Sunstone is said to be an inspiration stone able to bestow freedom independence and happiness It also said to reduce fear alleviate stress and bring good luck in any game of chance This sparkly stone has a further use in healing and is believed to endow its wearers with enhanced self-healing powers Other properties
Shine
By Evelina Kvartunaite
ndash
lsquoDreaming of more sun more light and more inspirationrsquo
ndash
include stimulating the vegetative autonomic nervous system and enhancing the harmonious functioning of all the bodyrsquos organs It is also quite helpful in cases of exhaustion due to lack of sleep
The gemstone is used to treat chronic sore throats and relieves pain caused by stomach ulcers It has proved successful in alleviating Seasonal Affective Disorder (or SAD) and is also known for relieving cartilage problems rheumatism and general aches and pains Sunstone helps in dealing with depression and frees its wearers from feelings of discrimination and failure as well as from perceptions of an lsquoevil worldrsquo Sunstone increases a personrsquos sense of self-esteem and self-worth
Sunstone is particularly beneficial when used in sunshine or sunlight It brings abundance to a personrsquos life and transforms negative energy into positive energy
If you have any other helpful tips you would like to share please let me know at evelinakvartunaiteconsultancymarketmediacom
76health amp well-being
ndash
lsquoBestow freedom independence and happinessrsquo
ndash
ndash
lsquoIt has proved successful in alleviating Seasonal Affective
Disorderrsquo
ndash
77health amp well-being
world this lsquotrickeryrsquo has moved online With todayrsquos short attention spans the potential to draw users to a website and retain them is a crucial skill which is rewarded by the revenue that can be generated based on how long a user stays on a website Link-baiting should have been foreseen since it is inevitable
Every click on a website is a revenue-generating moment in terms of advertising The amount of adverts to which you can expose an online user as they click to and through your website is the currency used to determine whether an advertising agency spends its budget on one publication over another Real journalism and insightful opinions once drove online traffic for web publications but link-baiting is now seriously derailing this approach
Most of the time the story behind the sensational link does not live up to expectations A typical example of this can be found in the online edition of the Watford Observer on Tuesday 31 July 2012 The link-bait read ldquoCameron Diaz vows to kick drug habit with help of stepdadrdquo However following the link or falling for the bait led to the underwhelming story ldquoDrug user Cameron Diaz of Broomfield Rise Abbots Langley has sworn to clean up his act with the help of his stepfatherrdquo Although the story was factually correct the intention of the publication was to trick the
One of my previous articles described how online technology publications are subverting reality by not correctly echoing the sentiments of the consuming public Part of the cause of this is that usually in a bid to counter the majority of lacklustre stories floating around they subvert reality to make it more interesting How many non-geeks really care about the advantages of modelling parallelism on serial programs with the Intelreg Advisor XE Itrsquos certainly not a typically newsworthy story
As a result an annoying phenomenon has slowly been building momentum This is now quite evident all over the internet and is destroying good journalism The phenomenon is called Link-baiting Our trustworthy source of internet knowledge describes Link-bait(ing) as anything ldquointeresting enough to catch peoplersquos attentionrdquo (httpenwikipediaorgwikiLink_bait)
Link-baiting is synonymous with the sensational cover stories used on the front of magazines to entice people walking past to pick up the magazines and delve into them As with most things from the print
No news is good news
lsquoQuite evident all over the internet and is destroying good
journalismrsquo
By Simon Owusu
technology
TechBit Sio-Bytes
78
provider in America to the tune of US$ 400 million The initial story broke on the PRWEB website and the majority of online publications regurgitated the story with no additional insights such as the implications of such a deal which real journalism would call for None of them bothered to check the sources or the credibility of the story Millions of revenue-generating clicks later the more seasoned online publications such as CNN AllThings D and CNET broke the bigger story that the press release was fake and that both Google and ICOA Wireless had denied the story In a rush to break the story the first rule of journalism was contravened lsquoAlways check your sourcesrsquo
Given the transient nature of any false news stories posted on the internet these days the story quickly disappeared from most of the offending publications and today you will be hard pressed to find any mention of this slip-up The Sentinel we like to think always brings you the truth albeit typed on an iPad Mini so donrsquot count on us to follow such faulty phenomena and trends
online user into clicking on it due to the coincidental name-sharing of the Abbots Langley Cameron Diaz with the famous American actress Every link clicked demonstrates the potential for advertisers to reach larger audiences and generate revenue for the online publications
From the same school as link-baiting comes the phenomenon of lsquofirst past the postrsquo journalism within the advertising-driven online publication world In this type of journalism emphasis is placed on being first to publish or break a news story Online publications that are first to break a news story attract a high amount of traffic (which translates into large revenues generated by advertising) since they are the only source of that particular information for a short space of time Online users have no choice but to visit that particular site if they wish to read the scoop The downside of this is that in a bid to be first to reap the advertising revenues frequently news stories are not properly checked for credibility On Monday 26 November 2012 nearly every online technology publication published the story of Google purchasing ICOA Wireless a Wi-Fi hot-spot
lsquoFrequently news stories are not properly checked for credibilityrsquo
lsquolsquoAlways check your sourcesrsquorsquo
technology79
80classifi eds
81classifi eds
these people in business suits are rushing to check in their business cases Irsquom manoeuvring my 19-metre ski bag between them Strange looks and questions donrsquot surprise me anymore The looks whispers and questions Irsquove had while on trains from one place to the next or on the tram after going to the beach on my way to the indoor slope this summer On the one hand they made me feel like I was some strange creature from another planet but on the other they got me extra stoked up about what Irsquom doing
As I write this itrsquos a week after I checked in my bags and Irsquom sitting in my favourite coffee shop Cuppa Joersquos in Breckenridge Colorado Over the past five days Irsquove been getting up every morning at around 630 am and getting out at around 800am Anyone who knows me will probably raise an eyebrow at this When Irsquom working at home on my photos and stories for the White Freeski Magazine where Irsquom editor-in-chief or on freelance assignments my daily rhythm is completely the opposite But I guess thatrsquos the nice thing about jetlag
Itrsquos hard to describe the feeling of finally getting back
You know that feeling of bubbly excitement you get when you are getting ready to go and do something yoursquove been anticipating for a long long time It might be finally nailing that presentation to finish up university cooking a great dinner for friends or excitement about meeting up with someone
Getting my bags out from the basement after they had been collecting dust for the past eight months prompted those feelings to rush through my veins once again Even though I donrsquot mind being home going to the beach and rehabbing my knee and visiting friends in different countries over the summer all this has taken place in the city and Irsquove been missing the mountains terribly As Irsquom getting my bags out it makes me realise that it really is almost time for me to click into my skis again and breathe in the fresh mountain air
After packing it was finally time to get on my flight to Denver Colorado on Monday morning While all
white outBubbles of Excitement
By Ananda van Welij
Just another girl from a country without mountains addicted to snow
lsquoGo and do something yoursquove been anticipating for a long long timersquo
82sport
have ahead of me this winter Looking forward again instead of being bummed I try to focus on the bright side like I did while I was stuck at home rehabbing and walking on crutches Trying to be inspired by what I see around me and what others do and have instead of being frustrated by it
It makes me wonder about just working and meeting up with friends at home I know I have a privileged life as Irsquom sitting here but isnrsquot this something we all experience in our daily lives It can be hard to sit down let go of the frustration sadness and problems and look forward Itrsquos not always possible to do it overnight but I think that just trying makes you feel better and in the end it allows you to bubble with excitement again no matter if itrsquos for a day of skiing or for finishing that project
My new mission for this season is to stay positive and draw inspiration from the people and things around me Irsquoll let you know how Irsquom doing in three weeksrsquo time
onto my skis after being out for eight months due to a torn MCL Cruising down the hill feeling and hearing the snow crunch under my feet It might sound strange to you but to me itrsquos a special sort of magic I guess it has something to do with the dopamine your body makes while having a great rush of excitement Although Irsquom pretty tired right now and taking a day off from skiing just walking outside and knowing that I can go up the hill any moment I like makes me feel better
Being so excited to be back on the snow after an injury also has a downside It comes in the form of having to hold myself back Since my injury I havenrsquot been jumping or doing any crazy tricks Itrsquos hard seeing all my friends jump and having fun in the park knowing I really shouldnrsquot do any of that stuff yet My mind is screaming ldquoYou can do that toordquo But Irsquom scared of a repeat injury brought on by pushing myself too hard too fast I have to force myself to sit down talk to my friends and listen to their stories of having fun while being genuinely happy for them To enjoy the sun instead of freaking myself out eat some good food have a good laugh and think of all the fun trips I
lsquoExtra stoked up about what Irsquom doingrsquo
lsquoTo me itrsquos a special sort of magicrsquo
83sport
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We have reached the point of the season when the outstanding manager of the first half has his team profiled and receives a pat on the back An overall lead at Xmas more often than not means that the team has peaked during the first half of the season before going on to show signs of weakness This season unusually we have a manager who has led strongly from the very early weeks but who still has a full supply of substitutes in reserve This bodes ill for the other managers as even though he has been professionally hunted down to the point that his lead is now meagre (or even gone by the time this is published) Steven Fockema still holds all the aces given that his reserves remain intact while the chasersrsquo have been used up to varying degrees
Daft3Punks
GK Tim Krul (newcastle United) 25m ndash Out injured from the beginning of September until the end of November No proper form assessment possible so far this season and his team are in apparent gradual creep towards the relegation zone Rating 825
deF Jose enrique (Liverpool) 35m ndash At a work-in-progress team Now playing regularly as a midfielder and showing positive form Rating 85
deF daniel Agger (Liverpool) 4m ndash Still more bluster and posing than glory Rating 825
deF Winston Reid (West Ham) 1m ndash Doing New Zealand proud in the Premier League at his price West Ham may not secure a greater number of clean sheets in the second half of the season however Rating 80
deF Jan Vertonghen (Tottenham Hotspur) 45m ndash Handsome driving Belgian vanilla One of the stars of the season thus far Rating 90
mId Gareth Bale (Tottenham Hotspur) 55m ndash The most impressive individual player in the current Premier League Rating 915
mId michu (Swansea city) 2m ndash Incredible value at his price A natural goal-scorer extraordinaire who also gets around and shows versatility Rating 90
mId Yaya Toure (manchester city) 45m ndash Nowhere close to his form of the previous season even if that can change in the second half of this one Rating 850
FWd Fabio Borini (Liverpool) 3m ndash Tipped here to eventually do well but long-term injury befell him just at the time he was settling into his new team and system Rating 80
FWd olivier Giroud (Arsenal) 45m ndash Has been nudging levels above average of late Rating 850
FWd Papiss cisse (newcastle United) 5m ndash Another player showing an astonishing fall from the excellence of the final third of the previous season Newcastle United appear to need re-styling quickly Rating 825
overall rating 9340 (max 100)
The New Year will only bring fireworks given the keen match-up between FFG-CL managers
By Denson Pierre
The Gold Room
88
sport
89sport
wwwczechtourismcom
CZECH REPUBLIC - STUNNINGLY DIFFERENT
90
classifi eds
Batavia 1920Prins Hendrikkade 85 1012 AE Amsterdam
It is always handy to know of a wholesome cafeacutebar that ticks all the boxes even if it happens to be located at the busiest point of the old city (obliquely opposite Central Station) Over the course of the different seasons I managed to assess this fine establishment which serves as another reminder of what good honest bars are all about There is still quality available in Amsterdam
AmbianceThoughtful solid furniture easy lighting and classic bar art embraces you as you enter With a chess club professional dart board regular parties and borrels the vibe ranges daily from mellow to vibrant Rating 5
StaffregularsOn my most recent visit I had the pleasure of Elizabeth and Jamie leading the service but staff members are always experienced service is quick and drinks are de-livered with fresh smiles whoever happens to be work-ing The regulars are plentiful and the bar emanates the energy of a good professional lsquoIrishrsquo bar attracting an eclectic international mix to this super-central location It is a perfect meeting point for friends from any cardi-nal direction with the national transportation hub being literally just across the road Rating 5
Televised sportAmple flat screens and channels Rating 4
PricesIn general the prices are standard Central Amsterdam levels which is sadly typical of grand cafeacutes in this post-code area What works in Bataviarsquos favour is that it has an above-average selection of lsquoBelgian beautiesrsquo (beer) on offer Given the advised dosage having two or three should not leave you broke or broken The kitchen also has quite a strong reputation for above-average pub fare The Sunday roast dinner is especially popular and keeps folk who like that sort of thing coming back as often as they can afford it Rating 3
MusicGenuinely diverse popular and world music from a crisp-sounding digital sound system and staff members seem to have cool taste in music Rating 5
Smoking area provisionThere is a large smoking room on the lower level Sim-ple and ingenious air-conditioning allows you to spend your full upstairs session there without the sense of be-ing fumigated If you were not told about the smoking area below you would not know there was one Rating 5
Total rating 2730(Ratings from 1-5 where 1 = Very poor and 5 = Excel-lent)
By Denson Pierre
lsquoA perfect meeting point for friends from any cardinal directionrsquo
cafebar review6
1
lsquoIt has an above-average selection of lsquoBelgian beautiesrsquorsquo
cafebar review62
lsquoStaff members seem to have cool taste in musicrsquo
cafebar review63
For complete and world class tours of Prague
Packages includebull Hidden and playful Prague (for families with young children)bull Literary Praguebull Prague Architecture through the agesbull Religion and the citybull The old city at night
These are detailed tours designed for visitors who wish to explore with great detail and not suitable for simply sight-seeing tourists
Day segments and ratesPR 0800-1230hrs AG 1330-1630hrs UE 1730-2130hrsAll sessions are priced at u 25 per single adult Group size upper limit = 8 Accompanied children under the age of five are gratis and school aged children pay 25 Family package rates are negotiable
ContactJaroslav Cernosek+420 602 228 797Mail jcernosekcentrumcz
wwwyourtuliptourcom
JC Tours
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classifieds
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star beer guide
The SentinelStar beer guide
lsquoFind the better bars serving it at the right price in the New Yearrsquo
Clever marketing and an effective pricing campaign has led to this A-class standard-bearing blonde becoming one of the most easily found lsquorealrsquo beers in Amsterdam cafeacutes and bars With its distinctive charisma and fresh fruity taste it sits just on the edge in terms of strength and only the brave and seasoned can be found using it as a session beer Prices across Amsterdam for the same Trappist-glass measure can range dramatically from euro 250 to euro 425 per glass so there is fun to be had trying to find the better bars serving it at the right price in the New Year Your search will be rewarded by this cool classic
Grimbergen Blonde is brewed by Alken-Maes Alken Belgium
By Denson Pierre
GRIMBERGEN BLONDE (67 ABV)
67star beer guide
68
classifi edsclassifi eds
BRING BACK
A substantial amount of the culture on mainland Europe revolves around platinum-standard beer of various descriptions and fl avours being easily available Amsterdam is not lacking in cafeacutes bars off licences supermarkets and online outlets stocking truly great beers available either immediately or within 24 hours With the growing popularity of high-yeast and high alcohol by volume brands how these drinks are served is a cause for concern however
Led by the Belgians and French the art of designing a glass that refl ects the individual quality of the liquid experience within is among these productsrsquo most out-standing features after their fl avour and power to in-toxicate Any beer of decent repute has its own glass in which it is intended to be served This always takes the form and size of a sensible measure to ensure a taste experience at the correct temperature and allow people to enjoy the evoked sensations before fi nding them-selves suddenly and blindingly drunk What we now often fi nd in tourist-pressed Amsterdam are these lsquoreal beersrsquo being off ered and served to ignorant punters in pint (or half-litre) measures leading to people becom-ing drunk at speed and destroying the overall aesthetic of lsquobeering itrsquo with style
The Sentinel says bring back the serving of high-alco-hol-content drinks in appropriate measures and if pos-sible in the glasses especially designed for the purpose This would be desirable for all manner of reasons not least health and safety Barkeepers can be educators too and it shouldnrsquot be too diffi cult to persuade tourists (usually German British and Irish) who represent the majority of volume drinkers in the cityrsquos more desirable watering holes It is foolish greedy and uncouth to con-sume high-alcohol beverages in such volumes and not expect to end up senselessly drunk and ultimately spoil the whole experience Volume drinkers should simply be directed to the lsquopiss waterrsquo beers of which there are many to satiate their needs and leave the quality beer tours for when they have educated themselves in the culture and manner of consumption that ensures maxi-mum pleasure and above all style
By Denson Pierre
STYLED BEER GLASSES
69amsterdam city life
We find the best most fun most typical exciting or local favourite restaurants etcetera in Amsterdam and bring them to you an easy way to feel like a local
Het Compagnie Theater Amsterdam 12122012
Recommended
70recommended
EUROGIFTSXenonweg 9 3812 SZ Amersfoort
Tel 033 - 454 35 75 - Fax 033 - 454 35 79E-mail lmproefeurogiftsnl
Website wwweurogiftsnl
FILMPROEF
ORDERNUMMER 6021022ARTIKELNUMMER 65123
Ware grootte (indien uitgeprint)Kleur opdruk Wit
Mulligans Irish Music BarAmsterdamrsquos best address for live Irish music Five (5) nights a week Check our agenda for upcoming sessions
Cafeacute KostverlorenCafeacute Kostverloren is a contemporary cafe offering the cosiness of a saloon an open kitchen and the intimacy of a living room During summer there is a large sunny terrace and during winter an open fi replace
VibesVibes is a relaxing cafecocktail bar art gallery with a large selection of coffees herbal teas homemade cakes and an amazing card of cocktails made with fresh fruit by a professional cocktail bartenderEnjoy our Italian kitchen in a cosy and friendly atmosphere
IncantoIncanto is a restaurant with a classic Italian kitchen Venetian chef Simone Ambrosin is known for his pure and simple style of cooking with feeling for nuance The wine list contains over 150 Italian wines
Planet RosePlanet Rose is the fi rst Caribbean restaurant in the Netherlands which specializes in Jamaican cuisine The menu features a daily changing selection of JamaicanCaribbean dishes and they ensure that you enjoy the whole expe-rience while dining with them
Cafe TisfrisCafe Tisfris is recognisable for its landmarks funky pillars and terrace Tisfris offers a friendly service and is a great pit stop for ldquoyummyrdquo refreshments
Cafe restaurant EdelCafe restaurant Edel is the perfect place for lunch dinner or to simply enjoy a drink Edel is a unique place in Amsterdam
Cafeacute OportoCafeacute Oporto is a traditional Amsterdam lsquobrown cafersquo Welcoming tourists and regular customers alike they offer televised sports wireless internet connection and a wide range of reasonably priced beers and spirits
Connoisseurs Delight Fun Drinking amp MusicTo Be Seen and Tasted
To Be Seen and Tasted
Fun Drinking amp Music
Connoisseurs Delight
Connoisseurs Delight
To Be Seen and Tasted
Neighbourhood cosy
Opera Prima - Patisserie Bistro TraiteurThe best place in town for lunch exquisite high teas or brunches and all of your luxury catering both private and corporate
Kinkerstraat 228 Amsterdamwwwoperaprimanl
St Antoniebreestraat 142 Amsterdamwwwtisfrisnl
Postjesweg 1 1057 DT Amsterdamwwwedelamsterdamnl
Zoutsteeg 1 1012 LX Amsterdamwwwcafeoportonethome
Amstel 100 1017 AC Amsterdamwwwmulligansnl
2e Kostverlorenkade 70 Amsterdamwwwcafekostverlorennl
Jan Pieter Heijestraat 137 Amsterdamwwwwixcomvibes137vibes
Amstel 2 Amsterdamwwwrestaurant-incantonl
Nicolaas Beetsstraat 47 Amsterdamwwwplanetroseinfo
71recommended
Answer to sentinelpostgmailcom
Where is this inAmsterdam
72spotted
Room 2cfilm
This is the one that will make you pause James Stewart one of my top ten actors of all time plays a businessman fighting to keep his life and family together while everything is crashing down around him In steps an lsquoangelrsquo to try and convince him that life is not as bad as it seems and that other people would be a lot worse off without him Probably the highest rated film Irsquove ever reviewed and one of the most Christmas-delicious I know
Could you walk 2400 kilometres while being pursued with little more than a longing to return to your homeland and mother to keep you and your dependant companions going Would you do this twice This utterly moving film highlights the true-life Australian apartheid practices of the twentieth century and the trauma it caused to native Australians The barren landscapes provide the perfect backdrop for compelling cinema-tography and its dryness will be irrigated by your tears
By David King
By dpmotions
Itrsquos a Wonderful Life (1946)
Rabbit-Proof Fence (2002)
73room2c
74trends
lsquoFacebook in particular is responsible for exacerbating unspoken competitivenessrsquo
By Dirkje Bakker-Pierre
Trends in the food industry are moving faster than lightning and are harder and harder to keep up with When you are all geared up to create your own artsy cupcakes all of a sudden cupcakes are out and macaroons are the flavour of the day
Sweat dripping and cheeks burning with stress levels going through the roof women all around the country have been toiling night and day to create just the right pimped-up cakes (completely covered in layers of pink and red marzipan tiny silver sugar balls and rose petals made from feather-light sugar) which look like they come from one of the newly popped-up cupcake shops Facebook in particular is responsible for exacerbating unspoken competitiveness due to images being posted of better looking and prettier cakes just after you posted your own in comparison pretty sad creations forcing you back into the kitchen to try again
One day itrsquos cutting out names from layers of chocolate the next itrsquos squirting curls and swirls of rainbow colours or grating organic carrots for the rather awkward lsquohealthyrsquo version the carrot cupcake
Shops have adjusted their aisles to make way for endless shelves of specialised products in all ranges of sweetness and multicoloured cuteness shapes tools mixtures and machines It is a whole world of custom products which just keeps growing and changing and you need to keep up with it all or risk being hopelessly left behind There are pink-coloured cook books workshops websites self-help groups and neglected overweight children crying for something non-sweet for once
But then after all your attempts and when you finally think you have achieved perfection before you know it you make a complete fool of yourself by serving the wrong type of sweet and colourful titbits because a new trend has already arrived That really makes you feel like a macaroon
All Caked Out
75trends
Winter solstice is an exciting time of year when we all start dreaming of more sun more light and more inspiration Continuing the gemstone theme I would like to draw your attention to the very lovely and sparkling sunstone also known as heliolite It is the official gemstone of the US state of Oregon which is a prime source for this beautiful gem The name heliolite is derived from the Greek lsquoheliosrsquo and lsquolithosrsquo which mean lsquosunrsquo and lsquostonersquo It was first discovered in Viking burial mounds but despite its long history is not found in abundance
Sunstone is metallic in appearance and comes in red orange or green colours However cleaner red sunstone is very rare and commands proper gemstone prices The stone is a composite of oligoclase feldspar which also contains hematite or goethite The presence of hematite or goethite gives the stone its ability to reflect light hence the name sunstone Sunstone is said to be an inspiration stone able to bestow freedom independence and happiness It also said to reduce fear alleviate stress and bring good luck in any game of chance This sparkly stone has a further use in healing and is believed to endow its wearers with enhanced self-healing powers Other properties
Shine
By Evelina Kvartunaite
ndash
lsquoDreaming of more sun more light and more inspirationrsquo
ndash
include stimulating the vegetative autonomic nervous system and enhancing the harmonious functioning of all the bodyrsquos organs It is also quite helpful in cases of exhaustion due to lack of sleep
The gemstone is used to treat chronic sore throats and relieves pain caused by stomach ulcers It has proved successful in alleviating Seasonal Affective Disorder (or SAD) and is also known for relieving cartilage problems rheumatism and general aches and pains Sunstone helps in dealing with depression and frees its wearers from feelings of discrimination and failure as well as from perceptions of an lsquoevil worldrsquo Sunstone increases a personrsquos sense of self-esteem and self-worth
Sunstone is particularly beneficial when used in sunshine or sunlight It brings abundance to a personrsquos life and transforms negative energy into positive energy
If you have any other helpful tips you would like to share please let me know at evelinakvartunaiteconsultancymarketmediacom
76health amp well-being
ndash
lsquoBestow freedom independence and happinessrsquo
ndash
ndash
lsquoIt has proved successful in alleviating Seasonal Affective
Disorderrsquo
ndash
77health amp well-being
world this lsquotrickeryrsquo has moved online With todayrsquos short attention spans the potential to draw users to a website and retain them is a crucial skill which is rewarded by the revenue that can be generated based on how long a user stays on a website Link-baiting should have been foreseen since it is inevitable
Every click on a website is a revenue-generating moment in terms of advertising The amount of adverts to which you can expose an online user as they click to and through your website is the currency used to determine whether an advertising agency spends its budget on one publication over another Real journalism and insightful opinions once drove online traffic for web publications but link-baiting is now seriously derailing this approach
Most of the time the story behind the sensational link does not live up to expectations A typical example of this can be found in the online edition of the Watford Observer on Tuesday 31 July 2012 The link-bait read ldquoCameron Diaz vows to kick drug habit with help of stepdadrdquo However following the link or falling for the bait led to the underwhelming story ldquoDrug user Cameron Diaz of Broomfield Rise Abbots Langley has sworn to clean up his act with the help of his stepfatherrdquo Although the story was factually correct the intention of the publication was to trick the
One of my previous articles described how online technology publications are subverting reality by not correctly echoing the sentiments of the consuming public Part of the cause of this is that usually in a bid to counter the majority of lacklustre stories floating around they subvert reality to make it more interesting How many non-geeks really care about the advantages of modelling parallelism on serial programs with the Intelreg Advisor XE Itrsquos certainly not a typically newsworthy story
As a result an annoying phenomenon has slowly been building momentum This is now quite evident all over the internet and is destroying good journalism The phenomenon is called Link-baiting Our trustworthy source of internet knowledge describes Link-bait(ing) as anything ldquointeresting enough to catch peoplersquos attentionrdquo (httpenwikipediaorgwikiLink_bait)
Link-baiting is synonymous with the sensational cover stories used on the front of magazines to entice people walking past to pick up the magazines and delve into them As with most things from the print
No news is good news
lsquoQuite evident all over the internet and is destroying good
journalismrsquo
By Simon Owusu
technology
TechBit Sio-Bytes
78
provider in America to the tune of US$ 400 million The initial story broke on the PRWEB website and the majority of online publications regurgitated the story with no additional insights such as the implications of such a deal which real journalism would call for None of them bothered to check the sources or the credibility of the story Millions of revenue-generating clicks later the more seasoned online publications such as CNN AllThings D and CNET broke the bigger story that the press release was fake and that both Google and ICOA Wireless had denied the story In a rush to break the story the first rule of journalism was contravened lsquoAlways check your sourcesrsquo
Given the transient nature of any false news stories posted on the internet these days the story quickly disappeared from most of the offending publications and today you will be hard pressed to find any mention of this slip-up The Sentinel we like to think always brings you the truth albeit typed on an iPad Mini so donrsquot count on us to follow such faulty phenomena and trends
online user into clicking on it due to the coincidental name-sharing of the Abbots Langley Cameron Diaz with the famous American actress Every link clicked demonstrates the potential for advertisers to reach larger audiences and generate revenue for the online publications
From the same school as link-baiting comes the phenomenon of lsquofirst past the postrsquo journalism within the advertising-driven online publication world In this type of journalism emphasis is placed on being first to publish or break a news story Online publications that are first to break a news story attract a high amount of traffic (which translates into large revenues generated by advertising) since they are the only source of that particular information for a short space of time Online users have no choice but to visit that particular site if they wish to read the scoop The downside of this is that in a bid to be first to reap the advertising revenues frequently news stories are not properly checked for credibility On Monday 26 November 2012 nearly every online technology publication published the story of Google purchasing ICOA Wireless a Wi-Fi hot-spot
lsquoFrequently news stories are not properly checked for credibilityrsquo
lsquolsquoAlways check your sourcesrsquorsquo
technology79
80classifi eds
81classifi eds
these people in business suits are rushing to check in their business cases Irsquom manoeuvring my 19-metre ski bag between them Strange looks and questions donrsquot surprise me anymore The looks whispers and questions Irsquove had while on trains from one place to the next or on the tram after going to the beach on my way to the indoor slope this summer On the one hand they made me feel like I was some strange creature from another planet but on the other they got me extra stoked up about what Irsquom doing
As I write this itrsquos a week after I checked in my bags and Irsquom sitting in my favourite coffee shop Cuppa Joersquos in Breckenridge Colorado Over the past five days Irsquove been getting up every morning at around 630 am and getting out at around 800am Anyone who knows me will probably raise an eyebrow at this When Irsquom working at home on my photos and stories for the White Freeski Magazine where Irsquom editor-in-chief or on freelance assignments my daily rhythm is completely the opposite But I guess thatrsquos the nice thing about jetlag
Itrsquos hard to describe the feeling of finally getting back
You know that feeling of bubbly excitement you get when you are getting ready to go and do something yoursquove been anticipating for a long long time It might be finally nailing that presentation to finish up university cooking a great dinner for friends or excitement about meeting up with someone
Getting my bags out from the basement after they had been collecting dust for the past eight months prompted those feelings to rush through my veins once again Even though I donrsquot mind being home going to the beach and rehabbing my knee and visiting friends in different countries over the summer all this has taken place in the city and Irsquove been missing the mountains terribly As Irsquom getting my bags out it makes me realise that it really is almost time for me to click into my skis again and breathe in the fresh mountain air
After packing it was finally time to get on my flight to Denver Colorado on Monday morning While all
white outBubbles of Excitement
By Ananda van Welij
Just another girl from a country without mountains addicted to snow
lsquoGo and do something yoursquove been anticipating for a long long timersquo
82sport
have ahead of me this winter Looking forward again instead of being bummed I try to focus on the bright side like I did while I was stuck at home rehabbing and walking on crutches Trying to be inspired by what I see around me and what others do and have instead of being frustrated by it
It makes me wonder about just working and meeting up with friends at home I know I have a privileged life as Irsquom sitting here but isnrsquot this something we all experience in our daily lives It can be hard to sit down let go of the frustration sadness and problems and look forward Itrsquos not always possible to do it overnight but I think that just trying makes you feel better and in the end it allows you to bubble with excitement again no matter if itrsquos for a day of skiing or for finishing that project
My new mission for this season is to stay positive and draw inspiration from the people and things around me Irsquoll let you know how Irsquom doing in three weeksrsquo time
onto my skis after being out for eight months due to a torn MCL Cruising down the hill feeling and hearing the snow crunch under my feet It might sound strange to you but to me itrsquos a special sort of magic I guess it has something to do with the dopamine your body makes while having a great rush of excitement Although Irsquom pretty tired right now and taking a day off from skiing just walking outside and knowing that I can go up the hill any moment I like makes me feel better
Being so excited to be back on the snow after an injury also has a downside It comes in the form of having to hold myself back Since my injury I havenrsquot been jumping or doing any crazy tricks Itrsquos hard seeing all my friends jump and having fun in the park knowing I really shouldnrsquot do any of that stuff yet My mind is screaming ldquoYou can do that toordquo But Irsquom scared of a repeat injury brought on by pushing myself too hard too fast I have to force myself to sit down talk to my friends and listen to their stories of having fun while being genuinely happy for them To enjoy the sun instead of freaking myself out eat some good food have a good laugh and think of all the fun trips I
lsquoExtra stoked up about what Irsquom doingrsquo
lsquoTo me itrsquos a special sort of magicrsquo
83sport
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sport
sport85
sport
Get advice on housing rental contracts and apartments in Amsterdam
wwwwswonennlenglish
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We have reached the point of the season when the outstanding manager of the first half has his team profiled and receives a pat on the back An overall lead at Xmas more often than not means that the team has peaked during the first half of the season before going on to show signs of weakness This season unusually we have a manager who has led strongly from the very early weeks but who still has a full supply of substitutes in reserve This bodes ill for the other managers as even though he has been professionally hunted down to the point that his lead is now meagre (or even gone by the time this is published) Steven Fockema still holds all the aces given that his reserves remain intact while the chasersrsquo have been used up to varying degrees
Daft3Punks
GK Tim Krul (newcastle United) 25m ndash Out injured from the beginning of September until the end of November No proper form assessment possible so far this season and his team are in apparent gradual creep towards the relegation zone Rating 825
deF Jose enrique (Liverpool) 35m ndash At a work-in-progress team Now playing regularly as a midfielder and showing positive form Rating 85
deF daniel Agger (Liverpool) 4m ndash Still more bluster and posing than glory Rating 825
deF Winston Reid (West Ham) 1m ndash Doing New Zealand proud in the Premier League at his price West Ham may not secure a greater number of clean sheets in the second half of the season however Rating 80
deF Jan Vertonghen (Tottenham Hotspur) 45m ndash Handsome driving Belgian vanilla One of the stars of the season thus far Rating 90
mId Gareth Bale (Tottenham Hotspur) 55m ndash The most impressive individual player in the current Premier League Rating 915
mId michu (Swansea city) 2m ndash Incredible value at his price A natural goal-scorer extraordinaire who also gets around and shows versatility Rating 90
mId Yaya Toure (manchester city) 45m ndash Nowhere close to his form of the previous season even if that can change in the second half of this one Rating 850
FWd Fabio Borini (Liverpool) 3m ndash Tipped here to eventually do well but long-term injury befell him just at the time he was settling into his new team and system Rating 80
FWd olivier Giroud (Arsenal) 45m ndash Has been nudging levels above average of late Rating 850
FWd Papiss cisse (newcastle United) 5m ndash Another player showing an astonishing fall from the excellence of the final third of the previous season Newcastle United appear to need re-styling quickly Rating 825
overall rating 9340 (max 100)
The New Year will only bring fireworks given the keen match-up between FFG-CL managers
By Denson Pierre
The Gold Room
88
sport
89sport
wwwczechtourismcom
CZECH REPUBLIC - STUNNINGLY DIFFERENT
90
classifi eds
lsquoIt has an above-average selection of lsquoBelgian beautiesrsquorsquo
cafebar review62
lsquoStaff members seem to have cool taste in musicrsquo
cafebar review63
For complete and world class tours of Prague
Packages includebull Hidden and playful Prague (for families with young children)bull Literary Praguebull Prague Architecture through the agesbull Religion and the citybull The old city at night
These are detailed tours designed for visitors who wish to explore with great detail and not suitable for simply sight-seeing tourists
Day segments and ratesPR 0800-1230hrs AG 1330-1630hrs UE 1730-2130hrsAll sessions are priced at u 25 per single adult Group size upper limit = 8 Accompanied children under the age of five are gratis and school aged children pay 25 Family package rates are negotiable
ContactJaroslav Cernosek+420 602 228 797Mail jcernosekcentrumcz
wwwyourtuliptourcom
JC Tours
64
classifieds
65classifieds
66
star beer guide
The SentinelStar beer guide
lsquoFind the better bars serving it at the right price in the New Yearrsquo
Clever marketing and an effective pricing campaign has led to this A-class standard-bearing blonde becoming one of the most easily found lsquorealrsquo beers in Amsterdam cafeacutes and bars With its distinctive charisma and fresh fruity taste it sits just on the edge in terms of strength and only the brave and seasoned can be found using it as a session beer Prices across Amsterdam for the same Trappist-glass measure can range dramatically from euro 250 to euro 425 per glass so there is fun to be had trying to find the better bars serving it at the right price in the New Year Your search will be rewarded by this cool classic
Grimbergen Blonde is brewed by Alken-Maes Alken Belgium
By Denson Pierre
GRIMBERGEN BLONDE (67 ABV)
67star beer guide
68
classifi edsclassifi eds
BRING BACK
A substantial amount of the culture on mainland Europe revolves around platinum-standard beer of various descriptions and fl avours being easily available Amsterdam is not lacking in cafeacutes bars off licences supermarkets and online outlets stocking truly great beers available either immediately or within 24 hours With the growing popularity of high-yeast and high alcohol by volume brands how these drinks are served is a cause for concern however
Led by the Belgians and French the art of designing a glass that refl ects the individual quality of the liquid experience within is among these productsrsquo most out-standing features after their fl avour and power to in-toxicate Any beer of decent repute has its own glass in which it is intended to be served This always takes the form and size of a sensible measure to ensure a taste experience at the correct temperature and allow people to enjoy the evoked sensations before fi nding them-selves suddenly and blindingly drunk What we now often fi nd in tourist-pressed Amsterdam are these lsquoreal beersrsquo being off ered and served to ignorant punters in pint (or half-litre) measures leading to people becom-ing drunk at speed and destroying the overall aesthetic of lsquobeering itrsquo with style
The Sentinel says bring back the serving of high-alco-hol-content drinks in appropriate measures and if pos-sible in the glasses especially designed for the purpose This would be desirable for all manner of reasons not least health and safety Barkeepers can be educators too and it shouldnrsquot be too diffi cult to persuade tourists (usually German British and Irish) who represent the majority of volume drinkers in the cityrsquos more desirable watering holes It is foolish greedy and uncouth to con-sume high-alcohol beverages in such volumes and not expect to end up senselessly drunk and ultimately spoil the whole experience Volume drinkers should simply be directed to the lsquopiss waterrsquo beers of which there are many to satiate their needs and leave the quality beer tours for when they have educated themselves in the culture and manner of consumption that ensures maxi-mum pleasure and above all style
By Denson Pierre
STYLED BEER GLASSES
69amsterdam city life
We find the best most fun most typical exciting or local favourite restaurants etcetera in Amsterdam and bring them to you an easy way to feel like a local
Het Compagnie Theater Amsterdam 12122012
Recommended
70recommended
EUROGIFTSXenonweg 9 3812 SZ Amersfoort
Tel 033 - 454 35 75 - Fax 033 - 454 35 79E-mail lmproefeurogiftsnl
Website wwweurogiftsnl
FILMPROEF
ORDERNUMMER 6021022ARTIKELNUMMER 65123
Ware grootte (indien uitgeprint)Kleur opdruk Wit
Mulligans Irish Music BarAmsterdamrsquos best address for live Irish music Five (5) nights a week Check our agenda for upcoming sessions
Cafeacute KostverlorenCafeacute Kostverloren is a contemporary cafe offering the cosiness of a saloon an open kitchen and the intimacy of a living room During summer there is a large sunny terrace and during winter an open fi replace
VibesVibes is a relaxing cafecocktail bar art gallery with a large selection of coffees herbal teas homemade cakes and an amazing card of cocktails made with fresh fruit by a professional cocktail bartenderEnjoy our Italian kitchen in a cosy and friendly atmosphere
IncantoIncanto is a restaurant with a classic Italian kitchen Venetian chef Simone Ambrosin is known for his pure and simple style of cooking with feeling for nuance The wine list contains over 150 Italian wines
Planet RosePlanet Rose is the fi rst Caribbean restaurant in the Netherlands which specializes in Jamaican cuisine The menu features a daily changing selection of JamaicanCaribbean dishes and they ensure that you enjoy the whole expe-rience while dining with them
Cafe TisfrisCafe Tisfris is recognisable for its landmarks funky pillars and terrace Tisfris offers a friendly service and is a great pit stop for ldquoyummyrdquo refreshments
Cafe restaurant EdelCafe restaurant Edel is the perfect place for lunch dinner or to simply enjoy a drink Edel is a unique place in Amsterdam
Cafeacute OportoCafeacute Oporto is a traditional Amsterdam lsquobrown cafersquo Welcoming tourists and regular customers alike they offer televised sports wireless internet connection and a wide range of reasonably priced beers and spirits
Connoisseurs Delight Fun Drinking amp MusicTo Be Seen and Tasted
To Be Seen and Tasted
Fun Drinking amp Music
Connoisseurs Delight
Connoisseurs Delight
To Be Seen and Tasted
Neighbourhood cosy
Opera Prima - Patisserie Bistro TraiteurThe best place in town for lunch exquisite high teas or brunches and all of your luxury catering both private and corporate
Kinkerstraat 228 Amsterdamwwwoperaprimanl
St Antoniebreestraat 142 Amsterdamwwwtisfrisnl
Postjesweg 1 1057 DT Amsterdamwwwedelamsterdamnl
Zoutsteeg 1 1012 LX Amsterdamwwwcafeoportonethome
Amstel 100 1017 AC Amsterdamwwwmulligansnl
2e Kostverlorenkade 70 Amsterdamwwwcafekostverlorennl
Jan Pieter Heijestraat 137 Amsterdamwwwwixcomvibes137vibes
Amstel 2 Amsterdamwwwrestaurant-incantonl
Nicolaas Beetsstraat 47 Amsterdamwwwplanetroseinfo
71recommended
Answer to sentinelpostgmailcom
Where is this inAmsterdam
72spotted
Room 2cfilm
This is the one that will make you pause James Stewart one of my top ten actors of all time plays a businessman fighting to keep his life and family together while everything is crashing down around him In steps an lsquoangelrsquo to try and convince him that life is not as bad as it seems and that other people would be a lot worse off without him Probably the highest rated film Irsquove ever reviewed and one of the most Christmas-delicious I know
Could you walk 2400 kilometres while being pursued with little more than a longing to return to your homeland and mother to keep you and your dependant companions going Would you do this twice This utterly moving film highlights the true-life Australian apartheid practices of the twentieth century and the trauma it caused to native Australians The barren landscapes provide the perfect backdrop for compelling cinema-tography and its dryness will be irrigated by your tears
By David King
By dpmotions
Itrsquos a Wonderful Life (1946)
Rabbit-Proof Fence (2002)
73room2c
74trends
lsquoFacebook in particular is responsible for exacerbating unspoken competitivenessrsquo
By Dirkje Bakker-Pierre
Trends in the food industry are moving faster than lightning and are harder and harder to keep up with When you are all geared up to create your own artsy cupcakes all of a sudden cupcakes are out and macaroons are the flavour of the day
Sweat dripping and cheeks burning with stress levels going through the roof women all around the country have been toiling night and day to create just the right pimped-up cakes (completely covered in layers of pink and red marzipan tiny silver sugar balls and rose petals made from feather-light sugar) which look like they come from one of the newly popped-up cupcake shops Facebook in particular is responsible for exacerbating unspoken competitiveness due to images being posted of better looking and prettier cakes just after you posted your own in comparison pretty sad creations forcing you back into the kitchen to try again
One day itrsquos cutting out names from layers of chocolate the next itrsquos squirting curls and swirls of rainbow colours or grating organic carrots for the rather awkward lsquohealthyrsquo version the carrot cupcake
Shops have adjusted their aisles to make way for endless shelves of specialised products in all ranges of sweetness and multicoloured cuteness shapes tools mixtures and machines It is a whole world of custom products which just keeps growing and changing and you need to keep up with it all or risk being hopelessly left behind There are pink-coloured cook books workshops websites self-help groups and neglected overweight children crying for something non-sweet for once
But then after all your attempts and when you finally think you have achieved perfection before you know it you make a complete fool of yourself by serving the wrong type of sweet and colourful titbits because a new trend has already arrived That really makes you feel like a macaroon
All Caked Out
75trends
Winter solstice is an exciting time of year when we all start dreaming of more sun more light and more inspiration Continuing the gemstone theme I would like to draw your attention to the very lovely and sparkling sunstone also known as heliolite It is the official gemstone of the US state of Oregon which is a prime source for this beautiful gem The name heliolite is derived from the Greek lsquoheliosrsquo and lsquolithosrsquo which mean lsquosunrsquo and lsquostonersquo It was first discovered in Viking burial mounds but despite its long history is not found in abundance
Sunstone is metallic in appearance and comes in red orange or green colours However cleaner red sunstone is very rare and commands proper gemstone prices The stone is a composite of oligoclase feldspar which also contains hematite or goethite The presence of hematite or goethite gives the stone its ability to reflect light hence the name sunstone Sunstone is said to be an inspiration stone able to bestow freedom independence and happiness It also said to reduce fear alleviate stress and bring good luck in any game of chance This sparkly stone has a further use in healing and is believed to endow its wearers with enhanced self-healing powers Other properties
Shine
By Evelina Kvartunaite
ndash
lsquoDreaming of more sun more light and more inspirationrsquo
ndash
include stimulating the vegetative autonomic nervous system and enhancing the harmonious functioning of all the bodyrsquos organs It is also quite helpful in cases of exhaustion due to lack of sleep
The gemstone is used to treat chronic sore throats and relieves pain caused by stomach ulcers It has proved successful in alleviating Seasonal Affective Disorder (or SAD) and is also known for relieving cartilage problems rheumatism and general aches and pains Sunstone helps in dealing with depression and frees its wearers from feelings of discrimination and failure as well as from perceptions of an lsquoevil worldrsquo Sunstone increases a personrsquos sense of self-esteem and self-worth
Sunstone is particularly beneficial when used in sunshine or sunlight It brings abundance to a personrsquos life and transforms negative energy into positive energy
If you have any other helpful tips you would like to share please let me know at evelinakvartunaiteconsultancymarketmediacom
76health amp well-being
ndash
lsquoBestow freedom independence and happinessrsquo
ndash
ndash
lsquoIt has proved successful in alleviating Seasonal Affective
Disorderrsquo
ndash
77health amp well-being
world this lsquotrickeryrsquo has moved online With todayrsquos short attention spans the potential to draw users to a website and retain them is a crucial skill which is rewarded by the revenue that can be generated based on how long a user stays on a website Link-baiting should have been foreseen since it is inevitable
Every click on a website is a revenue-generating moment in terms of advertising The amount of adverts to which you can expose an online user as they click to and through your website is the currency used to determine whether an advertising agency spends its budget on one publication over another Real journalism and insightful opinions once drove online traffic for web publications but link-baiting is now seriously derailing this approach
Most of the time the story behind the sensational link does not live up to expectations A typical example of this can be found in the online edition of the Watford Observer on Tuesday 31 July 2012 The link-bait read ldquoCameron Diaz vows to kick drug habit with help of stepdadrdquo However following the link or falling for the bait led to the underwhelming story ldquoDrug user Cameron Diaz of Broomfield Rise Abbots Langley has sworn to clean up his act with the help of his stepfatherrdquo Although the story was factually correct the intention of the publication was to trick the
One of my previous articles described how online technology publications are subverting reality by not correctly echoing the sentiments of the consuming public Part of the cause of this is that usually in a bid to counter the majority of lacklustre stories floating around they subvert reality to make it more interesting How many non-geeks really care about the advantages of modelling parallelism on serial programs with the Intelreg Advisor XE Itrsquos certainly not a typically newsworthy story
As a result an annoying phenomenon has slowly been building momentum This is now quite evident all over the internet and is destroying good journalism The phenomenon is called Link-baiting Our trustworthy source of internet knowledge describes Link-bait(ing) as anything ldquointeresting enough to catch peoplersquos attentionrdquo (httpenwikipediaorgwikiLink_bait)
Link-baiting is synonymous with the sensational cover stories used on the front of magazines to entice people walking past to pick up the magazines and delve into them As with most things from the print
No news is good news
lsquoQuite evident all over the internet and is destroying good
journalismrsquo
By Simon Owusu
technology
TechBit Sio-Bytes
78
provider in America to the tune of US$ 400 million The initial story broke on the PRWEB website and the majority of online publications regurgitated the story with no additional insights such as the implications of such a deal which real journalism would call for None of them bothered to check the sources or the credibility of the story Millions of revenue-generating clicks later the more seasoned online publications such as CNN AllThings D and CNET broke the bigger story that the press release was fake and that both Google and ICOA Wireless had denied the story In a rush to break the story the first rule of journalism was contravened lsquoAlways check your sourcesrsquo
Given the transient nature of any false news stories posted on the internet these days the story quickly disappeared from most of the offending publications and today you will be hard pressed to find any mention of this slip-up The Sentinel we like to think always brings you the truth albeit typed on an iPad Mini so donrsquot count on us to follow such faulty phenomena and trends
online user into clicking on it due to the coincidental name-sharing of the Abbots Langley Cameron Diaz with the famous American actress Every link clicked demonstrates the potential for advertisers to reach larger audiences and generate revenue for the online publications
From the same school as link-baiting comes the phenomenon of lsquofirst past the postrsquo journalism within the advertising-driven online publication world In this type of journalism emphasis is placed on being first to publish or break a news story Online publications that are first to break a news story attract a high amount of traffic (which translates into large revenues generated by advertising) since they are the only source of that particular information for a short space of time Online users have no choice but to visit that particular site if they wish to read the scoop The downside of this is that in a bid to be first to reap the advertising revenues frequently news stories are not properly checked for credibility On Monday 26 November 2012 nearly every online technology publication published the story of Google purchasing ICOA Wireless a Wi-Fi hot-spot
lsquoFrequently news stories are not properly checked for credibilityrsquo
lsquolsquoAlways check your sourcesrsquorsquo
technology79
80classifi eds
81classifi eds
these people in business suits are rushing to check in their business cases Irsquom manoeuvring my 19-metre ski bag between them Strange looks and questions donrsquot surprise me anymore The looks whispers and questions Irsquove had while on trains from one place to the next or on the tram after going to the beach on my way to the indoor slope this summer On the one hand they made me feel like I was some strange creature from another planet but on the other they got me extra stoked up about what Irsquom doing
As I write this itrsquos a week after I checked in my bags and Irsquom sitting in my favourite coffee shop Cuppa Joersquos in Breckenridge Colorado Over the past five days Irsquove been getting up every morning at around 630 am and getting out at around 800am Anyone who knows me will probably raise an eyebrow at this When Irsquom working at home on my photos and stories for the White Freeski Magazine where Irsquom editor-in-chief or on freelance assignments my daily rhythm is completely the opposite But I guess thatrsquos the nice thing about jetlag
Itrsquos hard to describe the feeling of finally getting back
You know that feeling of bubbly excitement you get when you are getting ready to go and do something yoursquove been anticipating for a long long time It might be finally nailing that presentation to finish up university cooking a great dinner for friends or excitement about meeting up with someone
Getting my bags out from the basement after they had been collecting dust for the past eight months prompted those feelings to rush through my veins once again Even though I donrsquot mind being home going to the beach and rehabbing my knee and visiting friends in different countries over the summer all this has taken place in the city and Irsquove been missing the mountains terribly As Irsquom getting my bags out it makes me realise that it really is almost time for me to click into my skis again and breathe in the fresh mountain air
After packing it was finally time to get on my flight to Denver Colorado on Monday morning While all
white outBubbles of Excitement
By Ananda van Welij
Just another girl from a country without mountains addicted to snow
lsquoGo and do something yoursquove been anticipating for a long long timersquo
82sport
have ahead of me this winter Looking forward again instead of being bummed I try to focus on the bright side like I did while I was stuck at home rehabbing and walking on crutches Trying to be inspired by what I see around me and what others do and have instead of being frustrated by it
It makes me wonder about just working and meeting up with friends at home I know I have a privileged life as Irsquom sitting here but isnrsquot this something we all experience in our daily lives It can be hard to sit down let go of the frustration sadness and problems and look forward Itrsquos not always possible to do it overnight but I think that just trying makes you feel better and in the end it allows you to bubble with excitement again no matter if itrsquos for a day of skiing or for finishing that project
My new mission for this season is to stay positive and draw inspiration from the people and things around me Irsquoll let you know how Irsquom doing in three weeksrsquo time
onto my skis after being out for eight months due to a torn MCL Cruising down the hill feeling and hearing the snow crunch under my feet It might sound strange to you but to me itrsquos a special sort of magic I guess it has something to do with the dopamine your body makes while having a great rush of excitement Although Irsquom pretty tired right now and taking a day off from skiing just walking outside and knowing that I can go up the hill any moment I like makes me feel better
Being so excited to be back on the snow after an injury also has a downside It comes in the form of having to hold myself back Since my injury I havenrsquot been jumping or doing any crazy tricks Itrsquos hard seeing all my friends jump and having fun in the park knowing I really shouldnrsquot do any of that stuff yet My mind is screaming ldquoYou can do that toordquo But Irsquom scared of a repeat injury brought on by pushing myself too hard too fast I have to force myself to sit down talk to my friends and listen to their stories of having fun while being genuinely happy for them To enjoy the sun instead of freaking myself out eat some good food have a good laugh and think of all the fun trips I
lsquoExtra stoked up about what Irsquom doingrsquo
lsquoTo me itrsquos a special sort of magicrsquo
83sport
sport84
sport
sport85
sport
Get advice on housing rental contracts and apartments in Amsterdam
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We have reached the point of the season when the outstanding manager of the first half has his team profiled and receives a pat on the back An overall lead at Xmas more often than not means that the team has peaked during the first half of the season before going on to show signs of weakness This season unusually we have a manager who has led strongly from the very early weeks but who still has a full supply of substitutes in reserve This bodes ill for the other managers as even though he has been professionally hunted down to the point that his lead is now meagre (or even gone by the time this is published) Steven Fockema still holds all the aces given that his reserves remain intact while the chasersrsquo have been used up to varying degrees
Daft3Punks
GK Tim Krul (newcastle United) 25m ndash Out injured from the beginning of September until the end of November No proper form assessment possible so far this season and his team are in apparent gradual creep towards the relegation zone Rating 825
deF Jose enrique (Liverpool) 35m ndash At a work-in-progress team Now playing regularly as a midfielder and showing positive form Rating 85
deF daniel Agger (Liverpool) 4m ndash Still more bluster and posing than glory Rating 825
deF Winston Reid (West Ham) 1m ndash Doing New Zealand proud in the Premier League at his price West Ham may not secure a greater number of clean sheets in the second half of the season however Rating 80
deF Jan Vertonghen (Tottenham Hotspur) 45m ndash Handsome driving Belgian vanilla One of the stars of the season thus far Rating 90
mId Gareth Bale (Tottenham Hotspur) 55m ndash The most impressive individual player in the current Premier League Rating 915
mId michu (Swansea city) 2m ndash Incredible value at his price A natural goal-scorer extraordinaire who also gets around and shows versatility Rating 90
mId Yaya Toure (manchester city) 45m ndash Nowhere close to his form of the previous season even if that can change in the second half of this one Rating 850
FWd Fabio Borini (Liverpool) 3m ndash Tipped here to eventually do well but long-term injury befell him just at the time he was settling into his new team and system Rating 80
FWd olivier Giroud (Arsenal) 45m ndash Has been nudging levels above average of late Rating 850
FWd Papiss cisse (newcastle United) 5m ndash Another player showing an astonishing fall from the excellence of the final third of the previous season Newcastle United appear to need re-styling quickly Rating 825
overall rating 9340 (max 100)
The New Year will only bring fireworks given the keen match-up between FFG-CL managers
By Denson Pierre
The Gold Room
88
sport
89sport
wwwczechtourismcom
CZECH REPUBLIC - STUNNINGLY DIFFERENT
90
classifi eds
lsquoStaff members seem to have cool taste in musicrsquo
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For complete and world class tours of Prague
Packages includebull Hidden and playful Prague (for families with young children)bull Literary Praguebull Prague Architecture through the agesbull Religion and the citybull The old city at night
These are detailed tours designed for visitors who wish to explore with great detail and not suitable for simply sight-seeing tourists
Day segments and ratesPR 0800-1230hrs AG 1330-1630hrs UE 1730-2130hrsAll sessions are priced at u 25 per single adult Group size upper limit = 8 Accompanied children under the age of five are gratis and school aged children pay 25 Family package rates are negotiable
ContactJaroslav Cernosek+420 602 228 797Mail jcernosekcentrumcz
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JC Tours
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star beer guide
The SentinelStar beer guide
lsquoFind the better bars serving it at the right price in the New Yearrsquo
Clever marketing and an effective pricing campaign has led to this A-class standard-bearing blonde becoming one of the most easily found lsquorealrsquo beers in Amsterdam cafeacutes and bars With its distinctive charisma and fresh fruity taste it sits just on the edge in terms of strength and only the brave and seasoned can be found using it as a session beer Prices across Amsterdam for the same Trappist-glass measure can range dramatically from euro 250 to euro 425 per glass so there is fun to be had trying to find the better bars serving it at the right price in the New Year Your search will be rewarded by this cool classic
Grimbergen Blonde is brewed by Alken-Maes Alken Belgium
By Denson Pierre
GRIMBERGEN BLONDE (67 ABV)
67star beer guide
68
classifi edsclassifi eds
BRING BACK
A substantial amount of the culture on mainland Europe revolves around platinum-standard beer of various descriptions and fl avours being easily available Amsterdam is not lacking in cafeacutes bars off licences supermarkets and online outlets stocking truly great beers available either immediately or within 24 hours With the growing popularity of high-yeast and high alcohol by volume brands how these drinks are served is a cause for concern however
Led by the Belgians and French the art of designing a glass that refl ects the individual quality of the liquid experience within is among these productsrsquo most out-standing features after their fl avour and power to in-toxicate Any beer of decent repute has its own glass in which it is intended to be served This always takes the form and size of a sensible measure to ensure a taste experience at the correct temperature and allow people to enjoy the evoked sensations before fi nding them-selves suddenly and blindingly drunk What we now often fi nd in tourist-pressed Amsterdam are these lsquoreal beersrsquo being off ered and served to ignorant punters in pint (or half-litre) measures leading to people becom-ing drunk at speed and destroying the overall aesthetic of lsquobeering itrsquo with style
The Sentinel says bring back the serving of high-alco-hol-content drinks in appropriate measures and if pos-sible in the glasses especially designed for the purpose This would be desirable for all manner of reasons not least health and safety Barkeepers can be educators too and it shouldnrsquot be too diffi cult to persuade tourists (usually German British and Irish) who represent the majority of volume drinkers in the cityrsquos more desirable watering holes It is foolish greedy and uncouth to con-sume high-alcohol beverages in such volumes and not expect to end up senselessly drunk and ultimately spoil the whole experience Volume drinkers should simply be directed to the lsquopiss waterrsquo beers of which there are many to satiate their needs and leave the quality beer tours for when they have educated themselves in the culture and manner of consumption that ensures maxi-mum pleasure and above all style
By Denson Pierre
STYLED BEER GLASSES
69amsterdam city life
We find the best most fun most typical exciting or local favourite restaurants etcetera in Amsterdam and bring them to you an easy way to feel like a local
Het Compagnie Theater Amsterdam 12122012
Recommended
70recommended
EUROGIFTSXenonweg 9 3812 SZ Amersfoort
Tel 033 - 454 35 75 - Fax 033 - 454 35 79E-mail lmproefeurogiftsnl
Website wwweurogiftsnl
FILMPROEF
ORDERNUMMER 6021022ARTIKELNUMMER 65123
Ware grootte (indien uitgeprint)Kleur opdruk Wit
Mulligans Irish Music BarAmsterdamrsquos best address for live Irish music Five (5) nights a week Check our agenda for upcoming sessions
Cafeacute KostverlorenCafeacute Kostverloren is a contemporary cafe offering the cosiness of a saloon an open kitchen and the intimacy of a living room During summer there is a large sunny terrace and during winter an open fi replace
VibesVibes is a relaxing cafecocktail bar art gallery with a large selection of coffees herbal teas homemade cakes and an amazing card of cocktails made with fresh fruit by a professional cocktail bartenderEnjoy our Italian kitchen in a cosy and friendly atmosphere
IncantoIncanto is a restaurant with a classic Italian kitchen Venetian chef Simone Ambrosin is known for his pure and simple style of cooking with feeling for nuance The wine list contains over 150 Italian wines
Planet RosePlanet Rose is the fi rst Caribbean restaurant in the Netherlands which specializes in Jamaican cuisine The menu features a daily changing selection of JamaicanCaribbean dishes and they ensure that you enjoy the whole expe-rience while dining with them
Cafe TisfrisCafe Tisfris is recognisable for its landmarks funky pillars and terrace Tisfris offers a friendly service and is a great pit stop for ldquoyummyrdquo refreshments
Cafe restaurant EdelCafe restaurant Edel is the perfect place for lunch dinner or to simply enjoy a drink Edel is a unique place in Amsterdam
Cafeacute OportoCafeacute Oporto is a traditional Amsterdam lsquobrown cafersquo Welcoming tourists and regular customers alike they offer televised sports wireless internet connection and a wide range of reasonably priced beers and spirits
Connoisseurs Delight Fun Drinking amp MusicTo Be Seen and Tasted
To Be Seen and Tasted
Fun Drinking amp Music
Connoisseurs Delight
Connoisseurs Delight
To Be Seen and Tasted
Neighbourhood cosy
Opera Prima - Patisserie Bistro TraiteurThe best place in town for lunch exquisite high teas or brunches and all of your luxury catering both private and corporate
Kinkerstraat 228 Amsterdamwwwoperaprimanl
St Antoniebreestraat 142 Amsterdamwwwtisfrisnl
Postjesweg 1 1057 DT Amsterdamwwwedelamsterdamnl
Zoutsteeg 1 1012 LX Amsterdamwwwcafeoportonethome
Amstel 100 1017 AC Amsterdamwwwmulligansnl
2e Kostverlorenkade 70 Amsterdamwwwcafekostverlorennl
Jan Pieter Heijestraat 137 Amsterdamwwwwixcomvibes137vibes
Amstel 2 Amsterdamwwwrestaurant-incantonl
Nicolaas Beetsstraat 47 Amsterdamwwwplanetroseinfo
71recommended
Answer to sentinelpostgmailcom
Where is this inAmsterdam
72spotted
Room 2cfilm
This is the one that will make you pause James Stewart one of my top ten actors of all time plays a businessman fighting to keep his life and family together while everything is crashing down around him In steps an lsquoangelrsquo to try and convince him that life is not as bad as it seems and that other people would be a lot worse off without him Probably the highest rated film Irsquove ever reviewed and one of the most Christmas-delicious I know
Could you walk 2400 kilometres while being pursued with little more than a longing to return to your homeland and mother to keep you and your dependant companions going Would you do this twice This utterly moving film highlights the true-life Australian apartheid practices of the twentieth century and the trauma it caused to native Australians The barren landscapes provide the perfect backdrop for compelling cinema-tography and its dryness will be irrigated by your tears
By David King
By dpmotions
Itrsquos a Wonderful Life (1946)
Rabbit-Proof Fence (2002)
73room2c
74trends
lsquoFacebook in particular is responsible for exacerbating unspoken competitivenessrsquo
By Dirkje Bakker-Pierre
Trends in the food industry are moving faster than lightning and are harder and harder to keep up with When you are all geared up to create your own artsy cupcakes all of a sudden cupcakes are out and macaroons are the flavour of the day
Sweat dripping and cheeks burning with stress levels going through the roof women all around the country have been toiling night and day to create just the right pimped-up cakes (completely covered in layers of pink and red marzipan tiny silver sugar balls and rose petals made from feather-light sugar) which look like they come from one of the newly popped-up cupcake shops Facebook in particular is responsible for exacerbating unspoken competitiveness due to images being posted of better looking and prettier cakes just after you posted your own in comparison pretty sad creations forcing you back into the kitchen to try again
One day itrsquos cutting out names from layers of chocolate the next itrsquos squirting curls and swirls of rainbow colours or grating organic carrots for the rather awkward lsquohealthyrsquo version the carrot cupcake
Shops have adjusted their aisles to make way for endless shelves of specialised products in all ranges of sweetness and multicoloured cuteness shapes tools mixtures and machines It is a whole world of custom products which just keeps growing and changing and you need to keep up with it all or risk being hopelessly left behind There are pink-coloured cook books workshops websites self-help groups and neglected overweight children crying for something non-sweet for once
But then after all your attempts and when you finally think you have achieved perfection before you know it you make a complete fool of yourself by serving the wrong type of sweet and colourful titbits because a new trend has already arrived That really makes you feel like a macaroon
All Caked Out
75trends
Winter solstice is an exciting time of year when we all start dreaming of more sun more light and more inspiration Continuing the gemstone theme I would like to draw your attention to the very lovely and sparkling sunstone also known as heliolite It is the official gemstone of the US state of Oregon which is a prime source for this beautiful gem The name heliolite is derived from the Greek lsquoheliosrsquo and lsquolithosrsquo which mean lsquosunrsquo and lsquostonersquo It was first discovered in Viking burial mounds but despite its long history is not found in abundance
Sunstone is metallic in appearance and comes in red orange or green colours However cleaner red sunstone is very rare and commands proper gemstone prices The stone is a composite of oligoclase feldspar which also contains hematite or goethite The presence of hematite or goethite gives the stone its ability to reflect light hence the name sunstone Sunstone is said to be an inspiration stone able to bestow freedom independence and happiness It also said to reduce fear alleviate stress and bring good luck in any game of chance This sparkly stone has a further use in healing and is believed to endow its wearers with enhanced self-healing powers Other properties
Shine
By Evelina Kvartunaite
ndash
lsquoDreaming of more sun more light and more inspirationrsquo
ndash
include stimulating the vegetative autonomic nervous system and enhancing the harmonious functioning of all the bodyrsquos organs It is also quite helpful in cases of exhaustion due to lack of sleep
The gemstone is used to treat chronic sore throats and relieves pain caused by stomach ulcers It has proved successful in alleviating Seasonal Affective Disorder (or SAD) and is also known for relieving cartilage problems rheumatism and general aches and pains Sunstone helps in dealing with depression and frees its wearers from feelings of discrimination and failure as well as from perceptions of an lsquoevil worldrsquo Sunstone increases a personrsquos sense of self-esteem and self-worth
Sunstone is particularly beneficial when used in sunshine or sunlight It brings abundance to a personrsquos life and transforms negative energy into positive energy
If you have any other helpful tips you would like to share please let me know at evelinakvartunaiteconsultancymarketmediacom
76health amp well-being
ndash
lsquoBestow freedom independence and happinessrsquo
ndash
ndash
lsquoIt has proved successful in alleviating Seasonal Affective
Disorderrsquo
ndash
77health amp well-being
world this lsquotrickeryrsquo has moved online With todayrsquos short attention spans the potential to draw users to a website and retain them is a crucial skill which is rewarded by the revenue that can be generated based on how long a user stays on a website Link-baiting should have been foreseen since it is inevitable
Every click on a website is a revenue-generating moment in terms of advertising The amount of adverts to which you can expose an online user as they click to and through your website is the currency used to determine whether an advertising agency spends its budget on one publication over another Real journalism and insightful opinions once drove online traffic for web publications but link-baiting is now seriously derailing this approach
Most of the time the story behind the sensational link does not live up to expectations A typical example of this can be found in the online edition of the Watford Observer on Tuesday 31 July 2012 The link-bait read ldquoCameron Diaz vows to kick drug habit with help of stepdadrdquo However following the link or falling for the bait led to the underwhelming story ldquoDrug user Cameron Diaz of Broomfield Rise Abbots Langley has sworn to clean up his act with the help of his stepfatherrdquo Although the story was factually correct the intention of the publication was to trick the
One of my previous articles described how online technology publications are subverting reality by not correctly echoing the sentiments of the consuming public Part of the cause of this is that usually in a bid to counter the majority of lacklustre stories floating around they subvert reality to make it more interesting How many non-geeks really care about the advantages of modelling parallelism on serial programs with the Intelreg Advisor XE Itrsquos certainly not a typically newsworthy story
As a result an annoying phenomenon has slowly been building momentum This is now quite evident all over the internet and is destroying good journalism The phenomenon is called Link-baiting Our trustworthy source of internet knowledge describes Link-bait(ing) as anything ldquointeresting enough to catch peoplersquos attentionrdquo (httpenwikipediaorgwikiLink_bait)
Link-baiting is synonymous with the sensational cover stories used on the front of magazines to entice people walking past to pick up the magazines and delve into them As with most things from the print
No news is good news
lsquoQuite evident all over the internet and is destroying good
journalismrsquo
By Simon Owusu
technology
TechBit Sio-Bytes
78
provider in America to the tune of US$ 400 million The initial story broke on the PRWEB website and the majority of online publications regurgitated the story with no additional insights such as the implications of such a deal which real journalism would call for None of them bothered to check the sources or the credibility of the story Millions of revenue-generating clicks later the more seasoned online publications such as CNN AllThings D and CNET broke the bigger story that the press release was fake and that both Google and ICOA Wireless had denied the story In a rush to break the story the first rule of journalism was contravened lsquoAlways check your sourcesrsquo
Given the transient nature of any false news stories posted on the internet these days the story quickly disappeared from most of the offending publications and today you will be hard pressed to find any mention of this slip-up The Sentinel we like to think always brings you the truth albeit typed on an iPad Mini so donrsquot count on us to follow such faulty phenomena and trends
online user into clicking on it due to the coincidental name-sharing of the Abbots Langley Cameron Diaz with the famous American actress Every link clicked demonstrates the potential for advertisers to reach larger audiences and generate revenue for the online publications
From the same school as link-baiting comes the phenomenon of lsquofirst past the postrsquo journalism within the advertising-driven online publication world In this type of journalism emphasis is placed on being first to publish or break a news story Online publications that are first to break a news story attract a high amount of traffic (which translates into large revenues generated by advertising) since they are the only source of that particular information for a short space of time Online users have no choice but to visit that particular site if they wish to read the scoop The downside of this is that in a bid to be first to reap the advertising revenues frequently news stories are not properly checked for credibility On Monday 26 November 2012 nearly every online technology publication published the story of Google purchasing ICOA Wireless a Wi-Fi hot-spot
lsquoFrequently news stories are not properly checked for credibilityrsquo
lsquolsquoAlways check your sourcesrsquorsquo
technology79
80classifi eds
81classifi eds
these people in business suits are rushing to check in their business cases Irsquom manoeuvring my 19-metre ski bag between them Strange looks and questions donrsquot surprise me anymore The looks whispers and questions Irsquove had while on trains from one place to the next or on the tram after going to the beach on my way to the indoor slope this summer On the one hand they made me feel like I was some strange creature from another planet but on the other they got me extra stoked up about what Irsquom doing
As I write this itrsquos a week after I checked in my bags and Irsquom sitting in my favourite coffee shop Cuppa Joersquos in Breckenridge Colorado Over the past five days Irsquove been getting up every morning at around 630 am and getting out at around 800am Anyone who knows me will probably raise an eyebrow at this When Irsquom working at home on my photos and stories for the White Freeski Magazine where Irsquom editor-in-chief or on freelance assignments my daily rhythm is completely the opposite But I guess thatrsquos the nice thing about jetlag
Itrsquos hard to describe the feeling of finally getting back
You know that feeling of bubbly excitement you get when you are getting ready to go and do something yoursquove been anticipating for a long long time It might be finally nailing that presentation to finish up university cooking a great dinner for friends or excitement about meeting up with someone
Getting my bags out from the basement after they had been collecting dust for the past eight months prompted those feelings to rush through my veins once again Even though I donrsquot mind being home going to the beach and rehabbing my knee and visiting friends in different countries over the summer all this has taken place in the city and Irsquove been missing the mountains terribly As Irsquom getting my bags out it makes me realise that it really is almost time for me to click into my skis again and breathe in the fresh mountain air
After packing it was finally time to get on my flight to Denver Colorado on Monday morning While all
white outBubbles of Excitement
By Ananda van Welij
Just another girl from a country without mountains addicted to snow
lsquoGo and do something yoursquove been anticipating for a long long timersquo
82sport
have ahead of me this winter Looking forward again instead of being bummed I try to focus on the bright side like I did while I was stuck at home rehabbing and walking on crutches Trying to be inspired by what I see around me and what others do and have instead of being frustrated by it
It makes me wonder about just working and meeting up with friends at home I know I have a privileged life as Irsquom sitting here but isnrsquot this something we all experience in our daily lives It can be hard to sit down let go of the frustration sadness and problems and look forward Itrsquos not always possible to do it overnight but I think that just trying makes you feel better and in the end it allows you to bubble with excitement again no matter if itrsquos for a day of skiing or for finishing that project
My new mission for this season is to stay positive and draw inspiration from the people and things around me Irsquoll let you know how Irsquom doing in three weeksrsquo time
onto my skis after being out for eight months due to a torn MCL Cruising down the hill feeling and hearing the snow crunch under my feet It might sound strange to you but to me itrsquos a special sort of magic I guess it has something to do with the dopamine your body makes while having a great rush of excitement Although Irsquom pretty tired right now and taking a day off from skiing just walking outside and knowing that I can go up the hill any moment I like makes me feel better
Being so excited to be back on the snow after an injury also has a downside It comes in the form of having to hold myself back Since my injury I havenrsquot been jumping or doing any crazy tricks Itrsquos hard seeing all my friends jump and having fun in the park knowing I really shouldnrsquot do any of that stuff yet My mind is screaming ldquoYou can do that toordquo But Irsquom scared of a repeat injury brought on by pushing myself too hard too fast I have to force myself to sit down talk to my friends and listen to their stories of having fun while being genuinely happy for them To enjoy the sun instead of freaking myself out eat some good food have a good laugh and think of all the fun trips I
lsquoExtra stoked up about what Irsquom doingrsquo
lsquoTo me itrsquos a special sort of magicrsquo
83sport
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sport
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sport
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We have reached the point of the season when the outstanding manager of the first half has his team profiled and receives a pat on the back An overall lead at Xmas more often than not means that the team has peaked during the first half of the season before going on to show signs of weakness This season unusually we have a manager who has led strongly from the very early weeks but who still has a full supply of substitutes in reserve This bodes ill for the other managers as even though he has been professionally hunted down to the point that his lead is now meagre (or even gone by the time this is published) Steven Fockema still holds all the aces given that his reserves remain intact while the chasersrsquo have been used up to varying degrees
Daft3Punks
GK Tim Krul (newcastle United) 25m ndash Out injured from the beginning of September until the end of November No proper form assessment possible so far this season and his team are in apparent gradual creep towards the relegation zone Rating 825
deF Jose enrique (Liverpool) 35m ndash At a work-in-progress team Now playing regularly as a midfielder and showing positive form Rating 85
deF daniel Agger (Liverpool) 4m ndash Still more bluster and posing than glory Rating 825
deF Winston Reid (West Ham) 1m ndash Doing New Zealand proud in the Premier League at his price West Ham may not secure a greater number of clean sheets in the second half of the season however Rating 80
deF Jan Vertonghen (Tottenham Hotspur) 45m ndash Handsome driving Belgian vanilla One of the stars of the season thus far Rating 90
mId Gareth Bale (Tottenham Hotspur) 55m ndash The most impressive individual player in the current Premier League Rating 915
mId michu (Swansea city) 2m ndash Incredible value at his price A natural goal-scorer extraordinaire who also gets around and shows versatility Rating 90
mId Yaya Toure (manchester city) 45m ndash Nowhere close to his form of the previous season even if that can change in the second half of this one Rating 850
FWd Fabio Borini (Liverpool) 3m ndash Tipped here to eventually do well but long-term injury befell him just at the time he was settling into his new team and system Rating 80
FWd olivier Giroud (Arsenal) 45m ndash Has been nudging levels above average of late Rating 850
FWd Papiss cisse (newcastle United) 5m ndash Another player showing an astonishing fall from the excellence of the final third of the previous season Newcastle United appear to need re-styling quickly Rating 825
overall rating 9340 (max 100)
The New Year will only bring fireworks given the keen match-up between FFG-CL managers
By Denson Pierre
The Gold Room
88
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wwwczechtourismcom
CZECH REPUBLIC - STUNNINGLY DIFFERENT
90
classifi eds
For complete and world class tours of Prague
Packages includebull Hidden and playful Prague (for families with young children)bull Literary Praguebull Prague Architecture through the agesbull Religion and the citybull The old city at night
These are detailed tours designed for visitors who wish to explore with great detail and not suitable for simply sight-seeing tourists
Day segments and ratesPR 0800-1230hrs AG 1330-1630hrs UE 1730-2130hrsAll sessions are priced at u 25 per single adult Group size upper limit = 8 Accompanied children under the age of five are gratis and school aged children pay 25 Family package rates are negotiable
ContactJaroslav Cernosek+420 602 228 797Mail jcernosekcentrumcz
wwwyourtuliptourcom
JC Tours
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star beer guide
The SentinelStar beer guide
lsquoFind the better bars serving it at the right price in the New Yearrsquo
Clever marketing and an effective pricing campaign has led to this A-class standard-bearing blonde becoming one of the most easily found lsquorealrsquo beers in Amsterdam cafeacutes and bars With its distinctive charisma and fresh fruity taste it sits just on the edge in terms of strength and only the brave and seasoned can be found using it as a session beer Prices across Amsterdam for the same Trappist-glass measure can range dramatically from euro 250 to euro 425 per glass so there is fun to be had trying to find the better bars serving it at the right price in the New Year Your search will be rewarded by this cool classic
Grimbergen Blonde is brewed by Alken-Maes Alken Belgium
By Denson Pierre
GRIMBERGEN BLONDE (67 ABV)
67star beer guide
68
classifi edsclassifi eds
BRING BACK
A substantial amount of the culture on mainland Europe revolves around platinum-standard beer of various descriptions and fl avours being easily available Amsterdam is not lacking in cafeacutes bars off licences supermarkets and online outlets stocking truly great beers available either immediately or within 24 hours With the growing popularity of high-yeast and high alcohol by volume brands how these drinks are served is a cause for concern however
Led by the Belgians and French the art of designing a glass that refl ects the individual quality of the liquid experience within is among these productsrsquo most out-standing features after their fl avour and power to in-toxicate Any beer of decent repute has its own glass in which it is intended to be served This always takes the form and size of a sensible measure to ensure a taste experience at the correct temperature and allow people to enjoy the evoked sensations before fi nding them-selves suddenly and blindingly drunk What we now often fi nd in tourist-pressed Amsterdam are these lsquoreal beersrsquo being off ered and served to ignorant punters in pint (or half-litre) measures leading to people becom-ing drunk at speed and destroying the overall aesthetic of lsquobeering itrsquo with style
The Sentinel says bring back the serving of high-alco-hol-content drinks in appropriate measures and if pos-sible in the glasses especially designed for the purpose This would be desirable for all manner of reasons not least health and safety Barkeepers can be educators too and it shouldnrsquot be too diffi cult to persuade tourists (usually German British and Irish) who represent the majority of volume drinkers in the cityrsquos more desirable watering holes It is foolish greedy and uncouth to con-sume high-alcohol beverages in such volumes and not expect to end up senselessly drunk and ultimately spoil the whole experience Volume drinkers should simply be directed to the lsquopiss waterrsquo beers of which there are many to satiate their needs and leave the quality beer tours for when they have educated themselves in the culture and manner of consumption that ensures maxi-mum pleasure and above all style
By Denson Pierre
STYLED BEER GLASSES
69amsterdam city life
We find the best most fun most typical exciting or local favourite restaurants etcetera in Amsterdam and bring them to you an easy way to feel like a local
Het Compagnie Theater Amsterdam 12122012
Recommended
70recommended
EUROGIFTSXenonweg 9 3812 SZ Amersfoort
Tel 033 - 454 35 75 - Fax 033 - 454 35 79E-mail lmproefeurogiftsnl
Website wwweurogiftsnl
FILMPROEF
ORDERNUMMER 6021022ARTIKELNUMMER 65123
Ware grootte (indien uitgeprint)Kleur opdruk Wit
Mulligans Irish Music BarAmsterdamrsquos best address for live Irish music Five (5) nights a week Check our agenda for upcoming sessions
Cafeacute KostverlorenCafeacute Kostverloren is a contemporary cafe offering the cosiness of a saloon an open kitchen and the intimacy of a living room During summer there is a large sunny terrace and during winter an open fi replace
VibesVibes is a relaxing cafecocktail bar art gallery with a large selection of coffees herbal teas homemade cakes and an amazing card of cocktails made with fresh fruit by a professional cocktail bartenderEnjoy our Italian kitchen in a cosy and friendly atmosphere
IncantoIncanto is a restaurant with a classic Italian kitchen Venetian chef Simone Ambrosin is known for his pure and simple style of cooking with feeling for nuance The wine list contains over 150 Italian wines
Planet RosePlanet Rose is the fi rst Caribbean restaurant in the Netherlands which specializes in Jamaican cuisine The menu features a daily changing selection of JamaicanCaribbean dishes and they ensure that you enjoy the whole expe-rience while dining with them
Cafe TisfrisCafe Tisfris is recognisable for its landmarks funky pillars and terrace Tisfris offers a friendly service and is a great pit stop for ldquoyummyrdquo refreshments
Cafe restaurant EdelCafe restaurant Edel is the perfect place for lunch dinner or to simply enjoy a drink Edel is a unique place in Amsterdam
Cafeacute OportoCafeacute Oporto is a traditional Amsterdam lsquobrown cafersquo Welcoming tourists and regular customers alike they offer televised sports wireless internet connection and a wide range of reasonably priced beers and spirits
Connoisseurs Delight Fun Drinking amp MusicTo Be Seen and Tasted
To Be Seen and Tasted
Fun Drinking amp Music
Connoisseurs Delight
Connoisseurs Delight
To Be Seen and Tasted
Neighbourhood cosy
Opera Prima - Patisserie Bistro TraiteurThe best place in town for lunch exquisite high teas or brunches and all of your luxury catering both private and corporate
Kinkerstraat 228 Amsterdamwwwoperaprimanl
St Antoniebreestraat 142 Amsterdamwwwtisfrisnl
Postjesweg 1 1057 DT Amsterdamwwwedelamsterdamnl
Zoutsteeg 1 1012 LX Amsterdamwwwcafeoportonethome
Amstel 100 1017 AC Amsterdamwwwmulligansnl
2e Kostverlorenkade 70 Amsterdamwwwcafekostverlorennl
Jan Pieter Heijestraat 137 Amsterdamwwwwixcomvibes137vibes
Amstel 2 Amsterdamwwwrestaurant-incantonl
Nicolaas Beetsstraat 47 Amsterdamwwwplanetroseinfo
71recommended
Answer to sentinelpostgmailcom
Where is this inAmsterdam
72spotted
Room 2cfilm
This is the one that will make you pause James Stewart one of my top ten actors of all time plays a businessman fighting to keep his life and family together while everything is crashing down around him In steps an lsquoangelrsquo to try and convince him that life is not as bad as it seems and that other people would be a lot worse off without him Probably the highest rated film Irsquove ever reviewed and one of the most Christmas-delicious I know
Could you walk 2400 kilometres while being pursued with little more than a longing to return to your homeland and mother to keep you and your dependant companions going Would you do this twice This utterly moving film highlights the true-life Australian apartheid practices of the twentieth century and the trauma it caused to native Australians The barren landscapes provide the perfect backdrop for compelling cinema-tography and its dryness will be irrigated by your tears
By David King
By dpmotions
Itrsquos a Wonderful Life (1946)
Rabbit-Proof Fence (2002)
73room2c
74trends
lsquoFacebook in particular is responsible for exacerbating unspoken competitivenessrsquo
By Dirkje Bakker-Pierre
Trends in the food industry are moving faster than lightning and are harder and harder to keep up with When you are all geared up to create your own artsy cupcakes all of a sudden cupcakes are out and macaroons are the flavour of the day
Sweat dripping and cheeks burning with stress levels going through the roof women all around the country have been toiling night and day to create just the right pimped-up cakes (completely covered in layers of pink and red marzipan tiny silver sugar balls and rose petals made from feather-light sugar) which look like they come from one of the newly popped-up cupcake shops Facebook in particular is responsible for exacerbating unspoken competitiveness due to images being posted of better looking and prettier cakes just after you posted your own in comparison pretty sad creations forcing you back into the kitchen to try again
One day itrsquos cutting out names from layers of chocolate the next itrsquos squirting curls and swirls of rainbow colours or grating organic carrots for the rather awkward lsquohealthyrsquo version the carrot cupcake
Shops have adjusted their aisles to make way for endless shelves of specialised products in all ranges of sweetness and multicoloured cuteness shapes tools mixtures and machines It is a whole world of custom products which just keeps growing and changing and you need to keep up with it all or risk being hopelessly left behind There are pink-coloured cook books workshops websites self-help groups and neglected overweight children crying for something non-sweet for once
But then after all your attempts and when you finally think you have achieved perfection before you know it you make a complete fool of yourself by serving the wrong type of sweet and colourful titbits because a new trend has already arrived That really makes you feel like a macaroon
All Caked Out
75trends
Winter solstice is an exciting time of year when we all start dreaming of more sun more light and more inspiration Continuing the gemstone theme I would like to draw your attention to the very lovely and sparkling sunstone also known as heliolite It is the official gemstone of the US state of Oregon which is a prime source for this beautiful gem The name heliolite is derived from the Greek lsquoheliosrsquo and lsquolithosrsquo which mean lsquosunrsquo and lsquostonersquo It was first discovered in Viking burial mounds but despite its long history is not found in abundance
Sunstone is metallic in appearance and comes in red orange or green colours However cleaner red sunstone is very rare and commands proper gemstone prices The stone is a composite of oligoclase feldspar which also contains hematite or goethite The presence of hematite or goethite gives the stone its ability to reflect light hence the name sunstone Sunstone is said to be an inspiration stone able to bestow freedom independence and happiness It also said to reduce fear alleviate stress and bring good luck in any game of chance This sparkly stone has a further use in healing and is believed to endow its wearers with enhanced self-healing powers Other properties
Shine
By Evelina Kvartunaite
ndash
lsquoDreaming of more sun more light and more inspirationrsquo
ndash
include stimulating the vegetative autonomic nervous system and enhancing the harmonious functioning of all the bodyrsquos organs It is also quite helpful in cases of exhaustion due to lack of sleep
The gemstone is used to treat chronic sore throats and relieves pain caused by stomach ulcers It has proved successful in alleviating Seasonal Affective Disorder (or SAD) and is also known for relieving cartilage problems rheumatism and general aches and pains Sunstone helps in dealing with depression and frees its wearers from feelings of discrimination and failure as well as from perceptions of an lsquoevil worldrsquo Sunstone increases a personrsquos sense of self-esteem and self-worth
Sunstone is particularly beneficial when used in sunshine or sunlight It brings abundance to a personrsquos life and transforms negative energy into positive energy
If you have any other helpful tips you would like to share please let me know at evelinakvartunaiteconsultancymarketmediacom
76health amp well-being
ndash
lsquoBestow freedom independence and happinessrsquo
ndash
ndash
lsquoIt has proved successful in alleviating Seasonal Affective
Disorderrsquo
ndash
77health amp well-being
world this lsquotrickeryrsquo has moved online With todayrsquos short attention spans the potential to draw users to a website and retain them is a crucial skill which is rewarded by the revenue that can be generated based on how long a user stays on a website Link-baiting should have been foreseen since it is inevitable
Every click on a website is a revenue-generating moment in terms of advertising The amount of adverts to which you can expose an online user as they click to and through your website is the currency used to determine whether an advertising agency spends its budget on one publication over another Real journalism and insightful opinions once drove online traffic for web publications but link-baiting is now seriously derailing this approach
Most of the time the story behind the sensational link does not live up to expectations A typical example of this can be found in the online edition of the Watford Observer on Tuesday 31 July 2012 The link-bait read ldquoCameron Diaz vows to kick drug habit with help of stepdadrdquo However following the link or falling for the bait led to the underwhelming story ldquoDrug user Cameron Diaz of Broomfield Rise Abbots Langley has sworn to clean up his act with the help of his stepfatherrdquo Although the story was factually correct the intention of the publication was to trick the
One of my previous articles described how online technology publications are subverting reality by not correctly echoing the sentiments of the consuming public Part of the cause of this is that usually in a bid to counter the majority of lacklustre stories floating around they subvert reality to make it more interesting How many non-geeks really care about the advantages of modelling parallelism on serial programs with the Intelreg Advisor XE Itrsquos certainly not a typically newsworthy story
As a result an annoying phenomenon has slowly been building momentum This is now quite evident all over the internet and is destroying good journalism The phenomenon is called Link-baiting Our trustworthy source of internet knowledge describes Link-bait(ing) as anything ldquointeresting enough to catch peoplersquos attentionrdquo (httpenwikipediaorgwikiLink_bait)
Link-baiting is synonymous with the sensational cover stories used on the front of magazines to entice people walking past to pick up the magazines and delve into them As with most things from the print
No news is good news
lsquoQuite evident all over the internet and is destroying good
journalismrsquo
By Simon Owusu
technology
TechBit Sio-Bytes
78
provider in America to the tune of US$ 400 million The initial story broke on the PRWEB website and the majority of online publications regurgitated the story with no additional insights such as the implications of such a deal which real journalism would call for None of them bothered to check the sources or the credibility of the story Millions of revenue-generating clicks later the more seasoned online publications such as CNN AllThings D and CNET broke the bigger story that the press release was fake and that both Google and ICOA Wireless had denied the story In a rush to break the story the first rule of journalism was contravened lsquoAlways check your sourcesrsquo
Given the transient nature of any false news stories posted on the internet these days the story quickly disappeared from most of the offending publications and today you will be hard pressed to find any mention of this slip-up The Sentinel we like to think always brings you the truth albeit typed on an iPad Mini so donrsquot count on us to follow such faulty phenomena and trends
online user into clicking on it due to the coincidental name-sharing of the Abbots Langley Cameron Diaz with the famous American actress Every link clicked demonstrates the potential for advertisers to reach larger audiences and generate revenue for the online publications
From the same school as link-baiting comes the phenomenon of lsquofirst past the postrsquo journalism within the advertising-driven online publication world In this type of journalism emphasis is placed on being first to publish or break a news story Online publications that are first to break a news story attract a high amount of traffic (which translates into large revenues generated by advertising) since they are the only source of that particular information for a short space of time Online users have no choice but to visit that particular site if they wish to read the scoop The downside of this is that in a bid to be first to reap the advertising revenues frequently news stories are not properly checked for credibility On Monday 26 November 2012 nearly every online technology publication published the story of Google purchasing ICOA Wireless a Wi-Fi hot-spot
lsquoFrequently news stories are not properly checked for credibilityrsquo
lsquolsquoAlways check your sourcesrsquorsquo
technology79
80classifi eds
81classifi eds
these people in business suits are rushing to check in their business cases Irsquom manoeuvring my 19-metre ski bag between them Strange looks and questions donrsquot surprise me anymore The looks whispers and questions Irsquove had while on trains from one place to the next or on the tram after going to the beach on my way to the indoor slope this summer On the one hand they made me feel like I was some strange creature from another planet but on the other they got me extra stoked up about what Irsquom doing
As I write this itrsquos a week after I checked in my bags and Irsquom sitting in my favourite coffee shop Cuppa Joersquos in Breckenridge Colorado Over the past five days Irsquove been getting up every morning at around 630 am and getting out at around 800am Anyone who knows me will probably raise an eyebrow at this When Irsquom working at home on my photos and stories for the White Freeski Magazine where Irsquom editor-in-chief or on freelance assignments my daily rhythm is completely the opposite But I guess thatrsquos the nice thing about jetlag
Itrsquos hard to describe the feeling of finally getting back
You know that feeling of bubbly excitement you get when you are getting ready to go and do something yoursquove been anticipating for a long long time It might be finally nailing that presentation to finish up university cooking a great dinner for friends or excitement about meeting up with someone
Getting my bags out from the basement after they had been collecting dust for the past eight months prompted those feelings to rush through my veins once again Even though I donrsquot mind being home going to the beach and rehabbing my knee and visiting friends in different countries over the summer all this has taken place in the city and Irsquove been missing the mountains terribly As Irsquom getting my bags out it makes me realise that it really is almost time for me to click into my skis again and breathe in the fresh mountain air
After packing it was finally time to get on my flight to Denver Colorado on Monday morning While all
white outBubbles of Excitement
By Ananda van Welij
Just another girl from a country without mountains addicted to snow
lsquoGo and do something yoursquove been anticipating for a long long timersquo
82sport
have ahead of me this winter Looking forward again instead of being bummed I try to focus on the bright side like I did while I was stuck at home rehabbing and walking on crutches Trying to be inspired by what I see around me and what others do and have instead of being frustrated by it
It makes me wonder about just working and meeting up with friends at home I know I have a privileged life as Irsquom sitting here but isnrsquot this something we all experience in our daily lives It can be hard to sit down let go of the frustration sadness and problems and look forward Itrsquos not always possible to do it overnight but I think that just trying makes you feel better and in the end it allows you to bubble with excitement again no matter if itrsquos for a day of skiing or for finishing that project
My new mission for this season is to stay positive and draw inspiration from the people and things around me Irsquoll let you know how Irsquom doing in three weeksrsquo time
onto my skis after being out for eight months due to a torn MCL Cruising down the hill feeling and hearing the snow crunch under my feet It might sound strange to you but to me itrsquos a special sort of magic I guess it has something to do with the dopamine your body makes while having a great rush of excitement Although Irsquom pretty tired right now and taking a day off from skiing just walking outside and knowing that I can go up the hill any moment I like makes me feel better
Being so excited to be back on the snow after an injury also has a downside It comes in the form of having to hold myself back Since my injury I havenrsquot been jumping or doing any crazy tricks Itrsquos hard seeing all my friends jump and having fun in the park knowing I really shouldnrsquot do any of that stuff yet My mind is screaming ldquoYou can do that toordquo But Irsquom scared of a repeat injury brought on by pushing myself too hard too fast I have to force myself to sit down talk to my friends and listen to their stories of having fun while being genuinely happy for them To enjoy the sun instead of freaking myself out eat some good food have a good laugh and think of all the fun trips I
lsquoExtra stoked up about what Irsquom doingrsquo
lsquoTo me itrsquos a special sort of magicrsquo
83sport
sport84
sport
sport85
sport
Get advice on housing rental contracts and apartments in Amsterdam
wwwwswonennlenglish
wwwconsultancymarketmediacom
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we are looking for
86classifieds
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We have reached the point of the season when the outstanding manager of the first half has his team profiled and receives a pat on the back An overall lead at Xmas more often than not means that the team has peaked during the first half of the season before going on to show signs of weakness This season unusually we have a manager who has led strongly from the very early weeks but who still has a full supply of substitutes in reserve This bodes ill for the other managers as even though he has been professionally hunted down to the point that his lead is now meagre (or even gone by the time this is published) Steven Fockema still holds all the aces given that his reserves remain intact while the chasersrsquo have been used up to varying degrees
Daft3Punks
GK Tim Krul (newcastle United) 25m ndash Out injured from the beginning of September until the end of November No proper form assessment possible so far this season and his team are in apparent gradual creep towards the relegation zone Rating 825
deF Jose enrique (Liverpool) 35m ndash At a work-in-progress team Now playing regularly as a midfielder and showing positive form Rating 85
deF daniel Agger (Liverpool) 4m ndash Still more bluster and posing than glory Rating 825
deF Winston Reid (West Ham) 1m ndash Doing New Zealand proud in the Premier League at his price West Ham may not secure a greater number of clean sheets in the second half of the season however Rating 80
deF Jan Vertonghen (Tottenham Hotspur) 45m ndash Handsome driving Belgian vanilla One of the stars of the season thus far Rating 90
mId Gareth Bale (Tottenham Hotspur) 55m ndash The most impressive individual player in the current Premier League Rating 915
mId michu (Swansea city) 2m ndash Incredible value at his price A natural goal-scorer extraordinaire who also gets around and shows versatility Rating 90
mId Yaya Toure (manchester city) 45m ndash Nowhere close to his form of the previous season even if that can change in the second half of this one Rating 850
FWd Fabio Borini (Liverpool) 3m ndash Tipped here to eventually do well but long-term injury befell him just at the time he was settling into his new team and system Rating 80
FWd olivier Giroud (Arsenal) 45m ndash Has been nudging levels above average of late Rating 850
FWd Papiss cisse (newcastle United) 5m ndash Another player showing an astonishing fall from the excellence of the final third of the previous season Newcastle United appear to need re-styling quickly Rating 825
overall rating 9340 (max 100)
The New Year will only bring fireworks given the keen match-up between FFG-CL managers
By Denson Pierre
The Gold Room
88
sport
89sport
wwwczechtourismcom
CZECH REPUBLIC - STUNNINGLY DIFFERENT
90
classifi eds
65classifieds
66
star beer guide
The SentinelStar beer guide
lsquoFind the better bars serving it at the right price in the New Yearrsquo
Clever marketing and an effective pricing campaign has led to this A-class standard-bearing blonde becoming one of the most easily found lsquorealrsquo beers in Amsterdam cafeacutes and bars With its distinctive charisma and fresh fruity taste it sits just on the edge in terms of strength and only the brave and seasoned can be found using it as a session beer Prices across Amsterdam for the same Trappist-glass measure can range dramatically from euro 250 to euro 425 per glass so there is fun to be had trying to find the better bars serving it at the right price in the New Year Your search will be rewarded by this cool classic
Grimbergen Blonde is brewed by Alken-Maes Alken Belgium
By Denson Pierre
GRIMBERGEN BLONDE (67 ABV)
67star beer guide
68
classifi edsclassifi eds
BRING BACK
A substantial amount of the culture on mainland Europe revolves around platinum-standard beer of various descriptions and fl avours being easily available Amsterdam is not lacking in cafeacutes bars off licences supermarkets and online outlets stocking truly great beers available either immediately or within 24 hours With the growing popularity of high-yeast and high alcohol by volume brands how these drinks are served is a cause for concern however
Led by the Belgians and French the art of designing a glass that refl ects the individual quality of the liquid experience within is among these productsrsquo most out-standing features after their fl avour and power to in-toxicate Any beer of decent repute has its own glass in which it is intended to be served This always takes the form and size of a sensible measure to ensure a taste experience at the correct temperature and allow people to enjoy the evoked sensations before fi nding them-selves suddenly and blindingly drunk What we now often fi nd in tourist-pressed Amsterdam are these lsquoreal beersrsquo being off ered and served to ignorant punters in pint (or half-litre) measures leading to people becom-ing drunk at speed and destroying the overall aesthetic of lsquobeering itrsquo with style
The Sentinel says bring back the serving of high-alco-hol-content drinks in appropriate measures and if pos-sible in the glasses especially designed for the purpose This would be desirable for all manner of reasons not least health and safety Barkeepers can be educators too and it shouldnrsquot be too diffi cult to persuade tourists (usually German British and Irish) who represent the majority of volume drinkers in the cityrsquos more desirable watering holes It is foolish greedy and uncouth to con-sume high-alcohol beverages in such volumes and not expect to end up senselessly drunk and ultimately spoil the whole experience Volume drinkers should simply be directed to the lsquopiss waterrsquo beers of which there are many to satiate their needs and leave the quality beer tours for when they have educated themselves in the culture and manner of consumption that ensures maxi-mum pleasure and above all style
By Denson Pierre
STYLED BEER GLASSES
69amsterdam city life
We find the best most fun most typical exciting or local favourite restaurants etcetera in Amsterdam and bring them to you an easy way to feel like a local
Het Compagnie Theater Amsterdam 12122012
Recommended
70recommended
EUROGIFTSXenonweg 9 3812 SZ Amersfoort
Tel 033 - 454 35 75 - Fax 033 - 454 35 79E-mail lmproefeurogiftsnl
Website wwweurogiftsnl
FILMPROEF
ORDERNUMMER 6021022ARTIKELNUMMER 65123
Ware grootte (indien uitgeprint)Kleur opdruk Wit
Mulligans Irish Music BarAmsterdamrsquos best address for live Irish music Five (5) nights a week Check our agenda for upcoming sessions
Cafeacute KostverlorenCafeacute Kostverloren is a contemporary cafe offering the cosiness of a saloon an open kitchen and the intimacy of a living room During summer there is a large sunny terrace and during winter an open fi replace
VibesVibes is a relaxing cafecocktail bar art gallery with a large selection of coffees herbal teas homemade cakes and an amazing card of cocktails made with fresh fruit by a professional cocktail bartenderEnjoy our Italian kitchen in a cosy and friendly atmosphere
IncantoIncanto is a restaurant with a classic Italian kitchen Venetian chef Simone Ambrosin is known for his pure and simple style of cooking with feeling for nuance The wine list contains over 150 Italian wines
Planet RosePlanet Rose is the fi rst Caribbean restaurant in the Netherlands which specializes in Jamaican cuisine The menu features a daily changing selection of JamaicanCaribbean dishes and they ensure that you enjoy the whole expe-rience while dining with them
Cafe TisfrisCafe Tisfris is recognisable for its landmarks funky pillars and terrace Tisfris offers a friendly service and is a great pit stop for ldquoyummyrdquo refreshments
Cafe restaurant EdelCafe restaurant Edel is the perfect place for lunch dinner or to simply enjoy a drink Edel is a unique place in Amsterdam
Cafeacute OportoCafeacute Oporto is a traditional Amsterdam lsquobrown cafersquo Welcoming tourists and regular customers alike they offer televised sports wireless internet connection and a wide range of reasonably priced beers and spirits
Connoisseurs Delight Fun Drinking amp MusicTo Be Seen and Tasted
To Be Seen and Tasted
Fun Drinking amp Music
Connoisseurs Delight
Connoisseurs Delight
To Be Seen and Tasted
Neighbourhood cosy
Opera Prima - Patisserie Bistro TraiteurThe best place in town for lunch exquisite high teas or brunches and all of your luxury catering both private and corporate
Kinkerstraat 228 Amsterdamwwwoperaprimanl
St Antoniebreestraat 142 Amsterdamwwwtisfrisnl
Postjesweg 1 1057 DT Amsterdamwwwedelamsterdamnl
Zoutsteeg 1 1012 LX Amsterdamwwwcafeoportonethome
Amstel 100 1017 AC Amsterdamwwwmulligansnl
2e Kostverlorenkade 70 Amsterdamwwwcafekostverlorennl
Jan Pieter Heijestraat 137 Amsterdamwwwwixcomvibes137vibes
Amstel 2 Amsterdamwwwrestaurant-incantonl
Nicolaas Beetsstraat 47 Amsterdamwwwplanetroseinfo
71recommended
Answer to sentinelpostgmailcom
Where is this inAmsterdam
72spotted
Room 2cfilm
This is the one that will make you pause James Stewart one of my top ten actors of all time plays a businessman fighting to keep his life and family together while everything is crashing down around him In steps an lsquoangelrsquo to try and convince him that life is not as bad as it seems and that other people would be a lot worse off without him Probably the highest rated film Irsquove ever reviewed and one of the most Christmas-delicious I know
Could you walk 2400 kilometres while being pursued with little more than a longing to return to your homeland and mother to keep you and your dependant companions going Would you do this twice This utterly moving film highlights the true-life Australian apartheid practices of the twentieth century and the trauma it caused to native Australians The barren landscapes provide the perfect backdrop for compelling cinema-tography and its dryness will be irrigated by your tears
By David King
By dpmotions
Itrsquos a Wonderful Life (1946)
Rabbit-Proof Fence (2002)
73room2c
74trends
lsquoFacebook in particular is responsible for exacerbating unspoken competitivenessrsquo
By Dirkje Bakker-Pierre
Trends in the food industry are moving faster than lightning and are harder and harder to keep up with When you are all geared up to create your own artsy cupcakes all of a sudden cupcakes are out and macaroons are the flavour of the day
Sweat dripping and cheeks burning with stress levels going through the roof women all around the country have been toiling night and day to create just the right pimped-up cakes (completely covered in layers of pink and red marzipan tiny silver sugar balls and rose petals made from feather-light sugar) which look like they come from one of the newly popped-up cupcake shops Facebook in particular is responsible for exacerbating unspoken competitiveness due to images being posted of better looking and prettier cakes just after you posted your own in comparison pretty sad creations forcing you back into the kitchen to try again
One day itrsquos cutting out names from layers of chocolate the next itrsquos squirting curls and swirls of rainbow colours or grating organic carrots for the rather awkward lsquohealthyrsquo version the carrot cupcake
Shops have adjusted their aisles to make way for endless shelves of specialised products in all ranges of sweetness and multicoloured cuteness shapes tools mixtures and machines It is a whole world of custom products which just keeps growing and changing and you need to keep up with it all or risk being hopelessly left behind There are pink-coloured cook books workshops websites self-help groups and neglected overweight children crying for something non-sweet for once
But then after all your attempts and when you finally think you have achieved perfection before you know it you make a complete fool of yourself by serving the wrong type of sweet and colourful titbits because a new trend has already arrived That really makes you feel like a macaroon
All Caked Out
75trends
Winter solstice is an exciting time of year when we all start dreaming of more sun more light and more inspiration Continuing the gemstone theme I would like to draw your attention to the very lovely and sparkling sunstone also known as heliolite It is the official gemstone of the US state of Oregon which is a prime source for this beautiful gem The name heliolite is derived from the Greek lsquoheliosrsquo and lsquolithosrsquo which mean lsquosunrsquo and lsquostonersquo It was first discovered in Viking burial mounds but despite its long history is not found in abundance
Sunstone is metallic in appearance and comes in red orange or green colours However cleaner red sunstone is very rare and commands proper gemstone prices The stone is a composite of oligoclase feldspar which also contains hematite or goethite The presence of hematite or goethite gives the stone its ability to reflect light hence the name sunstone Sunstone is said to be an inspiration stone able to bestow freedom independence and happiness It also said to reduce fear alleviate stress and bring good luck in any game of chance This sparkly stone has a further use in healing and is believed to endow its wearers with enhanced self-healing powers Other properties
Shine
By Evelina Kvartunaite
ndash
lsquoDreaming of more sun more light and more inspirationrsquo
ndash
include stimulating the vegetative autonomic nervous system and enhancing the harmonious functioning of all the bodyrsquos organs It is also quite helpful in cases of exhaustion due to lack of sleep
The gemstone is used to treat chronic sore throats and relieves pain caused by stomach ulcers It has proved successful in alleviating Seasonal Affective Disorder (or SAD) and is also known for relieving cartilage problems rheumatism and general aches and pains Sunstone helps in dealing with depression and frees its wearers from feelings of discrimination and failure as well as from perceptions of an lsquoevil worldrsquo Sunstone increases a personrsquos sense of self-esteem and self-worth
Sunstone is particularly beneficial when used in sunshine or sunlight It brings abundance to a personrsquos life and transforms negative energy into positive energy
If you have any other helpful tips you would like to share please let me know at evelinakvartunaiteconsultancymarketmediacom
76health amp well-being
ndash
lsquoBestow freedom independence and happinessrsquo
ndash
ndash
lsquoIt has proved successful in alleviating Seasonal Affective
Disorderrsquo
ndash
77health amp well-being
world this lsquotrickeryrsquo has moved online With todayrsquos short attention spans the potential to draw users to a website and retain them is a crucial skill which is rewarded by the revenue that can be generated based on how long a user stays on a website Link-baiting should have been foreseen since it is inevitable
Every click on a website is a revenue-generating moment in terms of advertising The amount of adverts to which you can expose an online user as they click to and through your website is the currency used to determine whether an advertising agency spends its budget on one publication over another Real journalism and insightful opinions once drove online traffic for web publications but link-baiting is now seriously derailing this approach
Most of the time the story behind the sensational link does not live up to expectations A typical example of this can be found in the online edition of the Watford Observer on Tuesday 31 July 2012 The link-bait read ldquoCameron Diaz vows to kick drug habit with help of stepdadrdquo However following the link or falling for the bait led to the underwhelming story ldquoDrug user Cameron Diaz of Broomfield Rise Abbots Langley has sworn to clean up his act with the help of his stepfatherrdquo Although the story was factually correct the intention of the publication was to trick the
One of my previous articles described how online technology publications are subverting reality by not correctly echoing the sentiments of the consuming public Part of the cause of this is that usually in a bid to counter the majority of lacklustre stories floating around they subvert reality to make it more interesting How many non-geeks really care about the advantages of modelling parallelism on serial programs with the Intelreg Advisor XE Itrsquos certainly not a typically newsworthy story
As a result an annoying phenomenon has slowly been building momentum This is now quite evident all over the internet and is destroying good journalism The phenomenon is called Link-baiting Our trustworthy source of internet knowledge describes Link-bait(ing) as anything ldquointeresting enough to catch peoplersquos attentionrdquo (httpenwikipediaorgwikiLink_bait)
Link-baiting is synonymous with the sensational cover stories used on the front of magazines to entice people walking past to pick up the magazines and delve into them As with most things from the print
No news is good news
lsquoQuite evident all over the internet and is destroying good
journalismrsquo
By Simon Owusu
technology
TechBit Sio-Bytes
78
provider in America to the tune of US$ 400 million The initial story broke on the PRWEB website and the majority of online publications regurgitated the story with no additional insights such as the implications of such a deal which real journalism would call for None of them bothered to check the sources or the credibility of the story Millions of revenue-generating clicks later the more seasoned online publications such as CNN AllThings D and CNET broke the bigger story that the press release was fake and that both Google and ICOA Wireless had denied the story In a rush to break the story the first rule of journalism was contravened lsquoAlways check your sourcesrsquo
Given the transient nature of any false news stories posted on the internet these days the story quickly disappeared from most of the offending publications and today you will be hard pressed to find any mention of this slip-up The Sentinel we like to think always brings you the truth albeit typed on an iPad Mini so donrsquot count on us to follow such faulty phenomena and trends
online user into clicking on it due to the coincidental name-sharing of the Abbots Langley Cameron Diaz with the famous American actress Every link clicked demonstrates the potential for advertisers to reach larger audiences and generate revenue for the online publications
From the same school as link-baiting comes the phenomenon of lsquofirst past the postrsquo journalism within the advertising-driven online publication world In this type of journalism emphasis is placed on being first to publish or break a news story Online publications that are first to break a news story attract a high amount of traffic (which translates into large revenues generated by advertising) since they are the only source of that particular information for a short space of time Online users have no choice but to visit that particular site if they wish to read the scoop The downside of this is that in a bid to be first to reap the advertising revenues frequently news stories are not properly checked for credibility On Monday 26 November 2012 nearly every online technology publication published the story of Google purchasing ICOA Wireless a Wi-Fi hot-spot
lsquoFrequently news stories are not properly checked for credibilityrsquo
lsquolsquoAlways check your sourcesrsquorsquo
technology79
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these people in business suits are rushing to check in their business cases Irsquom manoeuvring my 19-metre ski bag between them Strange looks and questions donrsquot surprise me anymore The looks whispers and questions Irsquove had while on trains from one place to the next or on the tram after going to the beach on my way to the indoor slope this summer On the one hand they made me feel like I was some strange creature from another planet but on the other they got me extra stoked up about what Irsquom doing
As I write this itrsquos a week after I checked in my bags and Irsquom sitting in my favourite coffee shop Cuppa Joersquos in Breckenridge Colorado Over the past five days Irsquove been getting up every morning at around 630 am and getting out at around 800am Anyone who knows me will probably raise an eyebrow at this When Irsquom working at home on my photos and stories for the White Freeski Magazine where Irsquom editor-in-chief or on freelance assignments my daily rhythm is completely the opposite But I guess thatrsquos the nice thing about jetlag
Itrsquos hard to describe the feeling of finally getting back
You know that feeling of bubbly excitement you get when you are getting ready to go and do something yoursquove been anticipating for a long long time It might be finally nailing that presentation to finish up university cooking a great dinner for friends or excitement about meeting up with someone
Getting my bags out from the basement after they had been collecting dust for the past eight months prompted those feelings to rush through my veins once again Even though I donrsquot mind being home going to the beach and rehabbing my knee and visiting friends in different countries over the summer all this has taken place in the city and Irsquove been missing the mountains terribly As Irsquom getting my bags out it makes me realise that it really is almost time for me to click into my skis again and breathe in the fresh mountain air
After packing it was finally time to get on my flight to Denver Colorado on Monday morning While all
white outBubbles of Excitement
By Ananda van Welij
Just another girl from a country without mountains addicted to snow
lsquoGo and do something yoursquove been anticipating for a long long timersquo
82sport
have ahead of me this winter Looking forward again instead of being bummed I try to focus on the bright side like I did while I was stuck at home rehabbing and walking on crutches Trying to be inspired by what I see around me and what others do and have instead of being frustrated by it
It makes me wonder about just working and meeting up with friends at home I know I have a privileged life as Irsquom sitting here but isnrsquot this something we all experience in our daily lives It can be hard to sit down let go of the frustration sadness and problems and look forward Itrsquos not always possible to do it overnight but I think that just trying makes you feel better and in the end it allows you to bubble with excitement again no matter if itrsquos for a day of skiing or for finishing that project
My new mission for this season is to stay positive and draw inspiration from the people and things around me Irsquoll let you know how Irsquom doing in three weeksrsquo time
onto my skis after being out for eight months due to a torn MCL Cruising down the hill feeling and hearing the snow crunch under my feet It might sound strange to you but to me itrsquos a special sort of magic I guess it has something to do with the dopamine your body makes while having a great rush of excitement Although Irsquom pretty tired right now and taking a day off from skiing just walking outside and knowing that I can go up the hill any moment I like makes me feel better
Being so excited to be back on the snow after an injury also has a downside It comes in the form of having to hold myself back Since my injury I havenrsquot been jumping or doing any crazy tricks Itrsquos hard seeing all my friends jump and having fun in the park knowing I really shouldnrsquot do any of that stuff yet My mind is screaming ldquoYou can do that toordquo But Irsquom scared of a repeat injury brought on by pushing myself too hard too fast I have to force myself to sit down talk to my friends and listen to their stories of having fun while being genuinely happy for them To enjoy the sun instead of freaking myself out eat some good food have a good laugh and think of all the fun trips I
lsquoExtra stoked up about what Irsquom doingrsquo
lsquoTo me itrsquos a special sort of magicrsquo
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We have reached the point of the season when the outstanding manager of the first half has his team profiled and receives a pat on the back An overall lead at Xmas more often than not means that the team has peaked during the first half of the season before going on to show signs of weakness This season unusually we have a manager who has led strongly from the very early weeks but who still has a full supply of substitutes in reserve This bodes ill for the other managers as even though he has been professionally hunted down to the point that his lead is now meagre (or even gone by the time this is published) Steven Fockema still holds all the aces given that his reserves remain intact while the chasersrsquo have been used up to varying degrees
Daft3Punks
GK Tim Krul (newcastle United) 25m ndash Out injured from the beginning of September until the end of November No proper form assessment possible so far this season and his team are in apparent gradual creep towards the relegation zone Rating 825
deF Jose enrique (Liverpool) 35m ndash At a work-in-progress team Now playing regularly as a midfielder and showing positive form Rating 85
deF daniel Agger (Liverpool) 4m ndash Still more bluster and posing than glory Rating 825
deF Winston Reid (West Ham) 1m ndash Doing New Zealand proud in the Premier League at his price West Ham may not secure a greater number of clean sheets in the second half of the season however Rating 80
deF Jan Vertonghen (Tottenham Hotspur) 45m ndash Handsome driving Belgian vanilla One of the stars of the season thus far Rating 90
mId Gareth Bale (Tottenham Hotspur) 55m ndash The most impressive individual player in the current Premier League Rating 915
mId michu (Swansea city) 2m ndash Incredible value at his price A natural goal-scorer extraordinaire who also gets around and shows versatility Rating 90
mId Yaya Toure (manchester city) 45m ndash Nowhere close to his form of the previous season even if that can change in the second half of this one Rating 850
FWd Fabio Borini (Liverpool) 3m ndash Tipped here to eventually do well but long-term injury befell him just at the time he was settling into his new team and system Rating 80
FWd olivier Giroud (Arsenal) 45m ndash Has been nudging levels above average of late Rating 850
FWd Papiss cisse (newcastle United) 5m ndash Another player showing an astonishing fall from the excellence of the final third of the previous season Newcastle United appear to need re-styling quickly Rating 825
overall rating 9340 (max 100)
The New Year will only bring fireworks given the keen match-up between FFG-CL managers
By Denson Pierre
The Gold Room
88
sport
89sport
wwwczechtourismcom
CZECH REPUBLIC - STUNNINGLY DIFFERENT
90
classifi eds
66
star beer guide
The SentinelStar beer guide
lsquoFind the better bars serving it at the right price in the New Yearrsquo
Clever marketing and an effective pricing campaign has led to this A-class standard-bearing blonde becoming one of the most easily found lsquorealrsquo beers in Amsterdam cafeacutes and bars With its distinctive charisma and fresh fruity taste it sits just on the edge in terms of strength and only the brave and seasoned can be found using it as a session beer Prices across Amsterdam for the same Trappist-glass measure can range dramatically from euro 250 to euro 425 per glass so there is fun to be had trying to find the better bars serving it at the right price in the New Year Your search will be rewarded by this cool classic
Grimbergen Blonde is brewed by Alken-Maes Alken Belgium
By Denson Pierre
GRIMBERGEN BLONDE (67 ABV)
67star beer guide
68
classifi edsclassifi eds
BRING BACK
A substantial amount of the culture on mainland Europe revolves around platinum-standard beer of various descriptions and fl avours being easily available Amsterdam is not lacking in cafeacutes bars off licences supermarkets and online outlets stocking truly great beers available either immediately or within 24 hours With the growing popularity of high-yeast and high alcohol by volume brands how these drinks are served is a cause for concern however
Led by the Belgians and French the art of designing a glass that refl ects the individual quality of the liquid experience within is among these productsrsquo most out-standing features after their fl avour and power to in-toxicate Any beer of decent repute has its own glass in which it is intended to be served This always takes the form and size of a sensible measure to ensure a taste experience at the correct temperature and allow people to enjoy the evoked sensations before fi nding them-selves suddenly and blindingly drunk What we now often fi nd in tourist-pressed Amsterdam are these lsquoreal beersrsquo being off ered and served to ignorant punters in pint (or half-litre) measures leading to people becom-ing drunk at speed and destroying the overall aesthetic of lsquobeering itrsquo with style
The Sentinel says bring back the serving of high-alco-hol-content drinks in appropriate measures and if pos-sible in the glasses especially designed for the purpose This would be desirable for all manner of reasons not least health and safety Barkeepers can be educators too and it shouldnrsquot be too diffi cult to persuade tourists (usually German British and Irish) who represent the majority of volume drinkers in the cityrsquos more desirable watering holes It is foolish greedy and uncouth to con-sume high-alcohol beverages in such volumes and not expect to end up senselessly drunk and ultimately spoil the whole experience Volume drinkers should simply be directed to the lsquopiss waterrsquo beers of which there are many to satiate their needs and leave the quality beer tours for when they have educated themselves in the culture and manner of consumption that ensures maxi-mum pleasure and above all style
By Denson Pierre
STYLED BEER GLASSES
69amsterdam city life
We find the best most fun most typical exciting or local favourite restaurants etcetera in Amsterdam and bring them to you an easy way to feel like a local
Het Compagnie Theater Amsterdam 12122012
Recommended
70recommended
EUROGIFTSXenonweg 9 3812 SZ Amersfoort
Tel 033 - 454 35 75 - Fax 033 - 454 35 79E-mail lmproefeurogiftsnl
Website wwweurogiftsnl
FILMPROEF
ORDERNUMMER 6021022ARTIKELNUMMER 65123
Ware grootte (indien uitgeprint)Kleur opdruk Wit
Mulligans Irish Music BarAmsterdamrsquos best address for live Irish music Five (5) nights a week Check our agenda for upcoming sessions
Cafeacute KostverlorenCafeacute Kostverloren is a contemporary cafe offering the cosiness of a saloon an open kitchen and the intimacy of a living room During summer there is a large sunny terrace and during winter an open fi replace
VibesVibes is a relaxing cafecocktail bar art gallery with a large selection of coffees herbal teas homemade cakes and an amazing card of cocktails made with fresh fruit by a professional cocktail bartenderEnjoy our Italian kitchen in a cosy and friendly atmosphere
IncantoIncanto is a restaurant with a classic Italian kitchen Venetian chef Simone Ambrosin is known for his pure and simple style of cooking with feeling for nuance The wine list contains over 150 Italian wines
Planet RosePlanet Rose is the fi rst Caribbean restaurant in the Netherlands which specializes in Jamaican cuisine The menu features a daily changing selection of JamaicanCaribbean dishes and they ensure that you enjoy the whole expe-rience while dining with them
Cafe TisfrisCafe Tisfris is recognisable for its landmarks funky pillars and terrace Tisfris offers a friendly service and is a great pit stop for ldquoyummyrdquo refreshments
Cafe restaurant EdelCafe restaurant Edel is the perfect place for lunch dinner or to simply enjoy a drink Edel is a unique place in Amsterdam
Cafeacute OportoCafeacute Oporto is a traditional Amsterdam lsquobrown cafersquo Welcoming tourists and regular customers alike they offer televised sports wireless internet connection and a wide range of reasonably priced beers and spirits
Connoisseurs Delight Fun Drinking amp MusicTo Be Seen and Tasted
To Be Seen and Tasted
Fun Drinking amp Music
Connoisseurs Delight
Connoisseurs Delight
To Be Seen and Tasted
Neighbourhood cosy
Opera Prima - Patisserie Bistro TraiteurThe best place in town for lunch exquisite high teas or brunches and all of your luxury catering both private and corporate
Kinkerstraat 228 Amsterdamwwwoperaprimanl
St Antoniebreestraat 142 Amsterdamwwwtisfrisnl
Postjesweg 1 1057 DT Amsterdamwwwedelamsterdamnl
Zoutsteeg 1 1012 LX Amsterdamwwwcafeoportonethome
Amstel 100 1017 AC Amsterdamwwwmulligansnl
2e Kostverlorenkade 70 Amsterdamwwwcafekostverlorennl
Jan Pieter Heijestraat 137 Amsterdamwwwwixcomvibes137vibes
Amstel 2 Amsterdamwwwrestaurant-incantonl
Nicolaas Beetsstraat 47 Amsterdamwwwplanetroseinfo
71recommended
Answer to sentinelpostgmailcom
Where is this inAmsterdam
72spotted
Room 2cfilm
This is the one that will make you pause James Stewart one of my top ten actors of all time plays a businessman fighting to keep his life and family together while everything is crashing down around him In steps an lsquoangelrsquo to try and convince him that life is not as bad as it seems and that other people would be a lot worse off without him Probably the highest rated film Irsquove ever reviewed and one of the most Christmas-delicious I know
Could you walk 2400 kilometres while being pursued with little more than a longing to return to your homeland and mother to keep you and your dependant companions going Would you do this twice This utterly moving film highlights the true-life Australian apartheid practices of the twentieth century and the trauma it caused to native Australians The barren landscapes provide the perfect backdrop for compelling cinema-tography and its dryness will be irrigated by your tears
By David King
By dpmotions
Itrsquos a Wonderful Life (1946)
Rabbit-Proof Fence (2002)
73room2c
74trends
lsquoFacebook in particular is responsible for exacerbating unspoken competitivenessrsquo
By Dirkje Bakker-Pierre
Trends in the food industry are moving faster than lightning and are harder and harder to keep up with When you are all geared up to create your own artsy cupcakes all of a sudden cupcakes are out and macaroons are the flavour of the day
Sweat dripping and cheeks burning with stress levels going through the roof women all around the country have been toiling night and day to create just the right pimped-up cakes (completely covered in layers of pink and red marzipan tiny silver sugar balls and rose petals made from feather-light sugar) which look like they come from one of the newly popped-up cupcake shops Facebook in particular is responsible for exacerbating unspoken competitiveness due to images being posted of better looking and prettier cakes just after you posted your own in comparison pretty sad creations forcing you back into the kitchen to try again
One day itrsquos cutting out names from layers of chocolate the next itrsquos squirting curls and swirls of rainbow colours or grating organic carrots for the rather awkward lsquohealthyrsquo version the carrot cupcake
Shops have adjusted their aisles to make way for endless shelves of specialised products in all ranges of sweetness and multicoloured cuteness shapes tools mixtures and machines It is a whole world of custom products which just keeps growing and changing and you need to keep up with it all or risk being hopelessly left behind There are pink-coloured cook books workshops websites self-help groups and neglected overweight children crying for something non-sweet for once
But then after all your attempts and when you finally think you have achieved perfection before you know it you make a complete fool of yourself by serving the wrong type of sweet and colourful titbits because a new trend has already arrived That really makes you feel like a macaroon
All Caked Out
75trends
Winter solstice is an exciting time of year when we all start dreaming of more sun more light and more inspiration Continuing the gemstone theme I would like to draw your attention to the very lovely and sparkling sunstone also known as heliolite It is the official gemstone of the US state of Oregon which is a prime source for this beautiful gem The name heliolite is derived from the Greek lsquoheliosrsquo and lsquolithosrsquo which mean lsquosunrsquo and lsquostonersquo It was first discovered in Viking burial mounds but despite its long history is not found in abundance
Sunstone is metallic in appearance and comes in red orange or green colours However cleaner red sunstone is very rare and commands proper gemstone prices The stone is a composite of oligoclase feldspar which also contains hematite or goethite The presence of hematite or goethite gives the stone its ability to reflect light hence the name sunstone Sunstone is said to be an inspiration stone able to bestow freedom independence and happiness It also said to reduce fear alleviate stress and bring good luck in any game of chance This sparkly stone has a further use in healing and is believed to endow its wearers with enhanced self-healing powers Other properties
Shine
By Evelina Kvartunaite
ndash
lsquoDreaming of more sun more light and more inspirationrsquo
ndash
include stimulating the vegetative autonomic nervous system and enhancing the harmonious functioning of all the bodyrsquos organs It is also quite helpful in cases of exhaustion due to lack of sleep
The gemstone is used to treat chronic sore throats and relieves pain caused by stomach ulcers It has proved successful in alleviating Seasonal Affective Disorder (or SAD) and is also known for relieving cartilage problems rheumatism and general aches and pains Sunstone helps in dealing with depression and frees its wearers from feelings of discrimination and failure as well as from perceptions of an lsquoevil worldrsquo Sunstone increases a personrsquos sense of self-esteem and self-worth
Sunstone is particularly beneficial when used in sunshine or sunlight It brings abundance to a personrsquos life and transforms negative energy into positive energy
If you have any other helpful tips you would like to share please let me know at evelinakvartunaiteconsultancymarketmediacom
76health amp well-being
ndash
lsquoBestow freedom independence and happinessrsquo
ndash
ndash
lsquoIt has proved successful in alleviating Seasonal Affective
Disorderrsquo
ndash
77health amp well-being
world this lsquotrickeryrsquo has moved online With todayrsquos short attention spans the potential to draw users to a website and retain them is a crucial skill which is rewarded by the revenue that can be generated based on how long a user stays on a website Link-baiting should have been foreseen since it is inevitable
Every click on a website is a revenue-generating moment in terms of advertising The amount of adverts to which you can expose an online user as they click to and through your website is the currency used to determine whether an advertising agency spends its budget on one publication over another Real journalism and insightful opinions once drove online traffic for web publications but link-baiting is now seriously derailing this approach
Most of the time the story behind the sensational link does not live up to expectations A typical example of this can be found in the online edition of the Watford Observer on Tuesday 31 July 2012 The link-bait read ldquoCameron Diaz vows to kick drug habit with help of stepdadrdquo However following the link or falling for the bait led to the underwhelming story ldquoDrug user Cameron Diaz of Broomfield Rise Abbots Langley has sworn to clean up his act with the help of his stepfatherrdquo Although the story was factually correct the intention of the publication was to trick the
One of my previous articles described how online technology publications are subverting reality by not correctly echoing the sentiments of the consuming public Part of the cause of this is that usually in a bid to counter the majority of lacklustre stories floating around they subvert reality to make it more interesting How many non-geeks really care about the advantages of modelling parallelism on serial programs with the Intelreg Advisor XE Itrsquos certainly not a typically newsworthy story
As a result an annoying phenomenon has slowly been building momentum This is now quite evident all over the internet and is destroying good journalism The phenomenon is called Link-baiting Our trustworthy source of internet knowledge describes Link-bait(ing) as anything ldquointeresting enough to catch peoplersquos attentionrdquo (httpenwikipediaorgwikiLink_bait)
Link-baiting is synonymous with the sensational cover stories used on the front of magazines to entice people walking past to pick up the magazines and delve into them As with most things from the print
No news is good news
lsquoQuite evident all over the internet and is destroying good
journalismrsquo
By Simon Owusu
technology
TechBit Sio-Bytes
78
provider in America to the tune of US$ 400 million The initial story broke on the PRWEB website and the majority of online publications regurgitated the story with no additional insights such as the implications of such a deal which real journalism would call for None of them bothered to check the sources or the credibility of the story Millions of revenue-generating clicks later the more seasoned online publications such as CNN AllThings D and CNET broke the bigger story that the press release was fake and that both Google and ICOA Wireless had denied the story In a rush to break the story the first rule of journalism was contravened lsquoAlways check your sourcesrsquo
Given the transient nature of any false news stories posted on the internet these days the story quickly disappeared from most of the offending publications and today you will be hard pressed to find any mention of this slip-up The Sentinel we like to think always brings you the truth albeit typed on an iPad Mini so donrsquot count on us to follow such faulty phenomena and trends
online user into clicking on it due to the coincidental name-sharing of the Abbots Langley Cameron Diaz with the famous American actress Every link clicked demonstrates the potential for advertisers to reach larger audiences and generate revenue for the online publications
From the same school as link-baiting comes the phenomenon of lsquofirst past the postrsquo journalism within the advertising-driven online publication world In this type of journalism emphasis is placed on being first to publish or break a news story Online publications that are first to break a news story attract a high amount of traffic (which translates into large revenues generated by advertising) since they are the only source of that particular information for a short space of time Online users have no choice but to visit that particular site if they wish to read the scoop The downside of this is that in a bid to be first to reap the advertising revenues frequently news stories are not properly checked for credibility On Monday 26 November 2012 nearly every online technology publication published the story of Google purchasing ICOA Wireless a Wi-Fi hot-spot
lsquoFrequently news stories are not properly checked for credibilityrsquo
lsquolsquoAlways check your sourcesrsquorsquo
technology79
80classifi eds
81classifi eds
these people in business suits are rushing to check in their business cases Irsquom manoeuvring my 19-metre ski bag between them Strange looks and questions donrsquot surprise me anymore The looks whispers and questions Irsquove had while on trains from one place to the next or on the tram after going to the beach on my way to the indoor slope this summer On the one hand they made me feel like I was some strange creature from another planet but on the other they got me extra stoked up about what Irsquom doing
As I write this itrsquos a week after I checked in my bags and Irsquom sitting in my favourite coffee shop Cuppa Joersquos in Breckenridge Colorado Over the past five days Irsquove been getting up every morning at around 630 am and getting out at around 800am Anyone who knows me will probably raise an eyebrow at this When Irsquom working at home on my photos and stories for the White Freeski Magazine where Irsquom editor-in-chief or on freelance assignments my daily rhythm is completely the opposite But I guess thatrsquos the nice thing about jetlag
Itrsquos hard to describe the feeling of finally getting back
You know that feeling of bubbly excitement you get when you are getting ready to go and do something yoursquove been anticipating for a long long time It might be finally nailing that presentation to finish up university cooking a great dinner for friends or excitement about meeting up with someone
Getting my bags out from the basement after they had been collecting dust for the past eight months prompted those feelings to rush through my veins once again Even though I donrsquot mind being home going to the beach and rehabbing my knee and visiting friends in different countries over the summer all this has taken place in the city and Irsquove been missing the mountains terribly As Irsquom getting my bags out it makes me realise that it really is almost time for me to click into my skis again and breathe in the fresh mountain air
After packing it was finally time to get on my flight to Denver Colorado on Monday morning While all
white outBubbles of Excitement
By Ananda van Welij
Just another girl from a country without mountains addicted to snow
lsquoGo and do something yoursquove been anticipating for a long long timersquo
82sport
have ahead of me this winter Looking forward again instead of being bummed I try to focus on the bright side like I did while I was stuck at home rehabbing and walking on crutches Trying to be inspired by what I see around me and what others do and have instead of being frustrated by it
It makes me wonder about just working and meeting up with friends at home I know I have a privileged life as Irsquom sitting here but isnrsquot this something we all experience in our daily lives It can be hard to sit down let go of the frustration sadness and problems and look forward Itrsquos not always possible to do it overnight but I think that just trying makes you feel better and in the end it allows you to bubble with excitement again no matter if itrsquos for a day of skiing or for finishing that project
My new mission for this season is to stay positive and draw inspiration from the people and things around me Irsquoll let you know how Irsquom doing in three weeksrsquo time
onto my skis after being out for eight months due to a torn MCL Cruising down the hill feeling and hearing the snow crunch under my feet It might sound strange to you but to me itrsquos a special sort of magic I guess it has something to do with the dopamine your body makes while having a great rush of excitement Although Irsquom pretty tired right now and taking a day off from skiing just walking outside and knowing that I can go up the hill any moment I like makes me feel better
Being so excited to be back on the snow after an injury also has a downside It comes in the form of having to hold myself back Since my injury I havenrsquot been jumping or doing any crazy tricks Itrsquos hard seeing all my friends jump and having fun in the park knowing I really shouldnrsquot do any of that stuff yet My mind is screaming ldquoYou can do that toordquo But Irsquom scared of a repeat injury brought on by pushing myself too hard too fast I have to force myself to sit down talk to my friends and listen to their stories of having fun while being genuinely happy for them To enjoy the sun instead of freaking myself out eat some good food have a good laugh and think of all the fun trips I
lsquoExtra stoked up about what Irsquom doingrsquo
lsquoTo me itrsquos a special sort of magicrsquo
83sport
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We have reached the point of the season when the outstanding manager of the first half has his team profiled and receives a pat on the back An overall lead at Xmas more often than not means that the team has peaked during the first half of the season before going on to show signs of weakness This season unusually we have a manager who has led strongly from the very early weeks but who still has a full supply of substitutes in reserve This bodes ill for the other managers as even though he has been professionally hunted down to the point that his lead is now meagre (or even gone by the time this is published) Steven Fockema still holds all the aces given that his reserves remain intact while the chasersrsquo have been used up to varying degrees
Daft3Punks
GK Tim Krul (newcastle United) 25m ndash Out injured from the beginning of September until the end of November No proper form assessment possible so far this season and his team are in apparent gradual creep towards the relegation zone Rating 825
deF Jose enrique (Liverpool) 35m ndash At a work-in-progress team Now playing regularly as a midfielder and showing positive form Rating 85
deF daniel Agger (Liverpool) 4m ndash Still more bluster and posing than glory Rating 825
deF Winston Reid (West Ham) 1m ndash Doing New Zealand proud in the Premier League at his price West Ham may not secure a greater number of clean sheets in the second half of the season however Rating 80
deF Jan Vertonghen (Tottenham Hotspur) 45m ndash Handsome driving Belgian vanilla One of the stars of the season thus far Rating 90
mId Gareth Bale (Tottenham Hotspur) 55m ndash The most impressive individual player in the current Premier League Rating 915
mId michu (Swansea city) 2m ndash Incredible value at his price A natural goal-scorer extraordinaire who also gets around and shows versatility Rating 90
mId Yaya Toure (manchester city) 45m ndash Nowhere close to his form of the previous season even if that can change in the second half of this one Rating 850
FWd Fabio Borini (Liverpool) 3m ndash Tipped here to eventually do well but long-term injury befell him just at the time he was settling into his new team and system Rating 80
FWd olivier Giroud (Arsenal) 45m ndash Has been nudging levels above average of late Rating 850
FWd Papiss cisse (newcastle United) 5m ndash Another player showing an astonishing fall from the excellence of the final third of the previous season Newcastle United appear to need re-styling quickly Rating 825
overall rating 9340 (max 100)
The New Year will only bring fireworks given the keen match-up between FFG-CL managers
By Denson Pierre
The Gold Room
88
sport
89sport
wwwczechtourismcom
CZECH REPUBLIC - STUNNINGLY DIFFERENT
90
classifi eds
The SentinelStar beer guide
lsquoFind the better bars serving it at the right price in the New Yearrsquo
Clever marketing and an effective pricing campaign has led to this A-class standard-bearing blonde becoming one of the most easily found lsquorealrsquo beers in Amsterdam cafeacutes and bars With its distinctive charisma and fresh fruity taste it sits just on the edge in terms of strength and only the brave and seasoned can be found using it as a session beer Prices across Amsterdam for the same Trappist-glass measure can range dramatically from euro 250 to euro 425 per glass so there is fun to be had trying to find the better bars serving it at the right price in the New Year Your search will be rewarded by this cool classic
Grimbergen Blonde is brewed by Alken-Maes Alken Belgium
By Denson Pierre
GRIMBERGEN BLONDE (67 ABV)
67star beer guide
68
classifi edsclassifi eds
BRING BACK
A substantial amount of the culture on mainland Europe revolves around platinum-standard beer of various descriptions and fl avours being easily available Amsterdam is not lacking in cafeacutes bars off licences supermarkets and online outlets stocking truly great beers available either immediately or within 24 hours With the growing popularity of high-yeast and high alcohol by volume brands how these drinks are served is a cause for concern however
Led by the Belgians and French the art of designing a glass that refl ects the individual quality of the liquid experience within is among these productsrsquo most out-standing features after their fl avour and power to in-toxicate Any beer of decent repute has its own glass in which it is intended to be served This always takes the form and size of a sensible measure to ensure a taste experience at the correct temperature and allow people to enjoy the evoked sensations before fi nding them-selves suddenly and blindingly drunk What we now often fi nd in tourist-pressed Amsterdam are these lsquoreal beersrsquo being off ered and served to ignorant punters in pint (or half-litre) measures leading to people becom-ing drunk at speed and destroying the overall aesthetic of lsquobeering itrsquo with style
The Sentinel says bring back the serving of high-alco-hol-content drinks in appropriate measures and if pos-sible in the glasses especially designed for the purpose This would be desirable for all manner of reasons not least health and safety Barkeepers can be educators too and it shouldnrsquot be too diffi cult to persuade tourists (usually German British and Irish) who represent the majority of volume drinkers in the cityrsquos more desirable watering holes It is foolish greedy and uncouth to con-sume high-alcohol beverages in such volumes and not expect to end up senselessly drunk and ultimately spoil the whole experience Volume drinkers should simply be directed to the lsquopiss waterrsquo beers of which there are many to satiate their needs and leave the quality beer tours for when they have educated themselves in the culture and manner of consumption that ensures maxi-mum pleasure and above all style
By Denson Pierre
STYLED BEER GLASSES
69amsterdam city life
We find the best most fun most typical exciting or local favourite restaurants etcetera in Amsterdam and bring them to you an easy way to feel like a local
Het Compagnie Theater Amsterdam 12122012
Recommended
70recommended
EUROGIFTSXenonweg 9 3812 SZ Amersfoort
Tel 033 - 454 35 75 - Fax 033 - 454 35 79E-mail lmproefeurogiftsnl
Website wwweurogiftsnl
FILMPROEF
ORDERNUMMER 6021022ARTIKELNUMMER 65123
Ware grootte (indien uitgeprint)Kleur opdruk Wit
Mulligans Irish Music BarAmsterdamrsquos best address for live Irish music Five (5) nights a week Check our agenda for upcoming sessions
Cafeacute KostverlorenCafeacute Kostverloren is a contemporary cafe offering the cosiness of a saloon an open kitchen and the intimacy of a living room During summer there is a large sunny terrace and during winter an open fi replace
VibesVibes is a relaxing cafecocktail bar art gallery with a large selection of coffees herbal teas homemade cakes and an amazing card of cocktails made with fresh fruit by a professional cocktail bartenderEnjoy our Italian kitchen in a cosy and friendly atmosphere
IncantoIncanto is a restaurant with a classic Italian kitchen Venetian chef Simone Ambrosin is known for his pure and simple style of cooking with feeling for nuance The wine list contains over 150 Italian wines
Planet RosePlanet Rose is the fi rst Caribbean restaurant in the Netherlands which specializes in Jamaican cuisine The menu features a daily changing selection of JamaicanCaribbean dishes and they ensure that you enjoy the whole expe-rience while dining with them
Cafe TisfrisCafe Tisfris is recognisable for its landmarks funky pillars and terrace Tisfris offers a friendly service and is a great pit stop for ldquoyummyrdquo refreshments
Cafe restaurant EdelCafe restaurant Edel is the perfect place for lunch dinner or to simply enjoy a drink Edel is a unique place in Amsterdam
Cafeacute OportoCafeacute Oporto is a traditional Amsterdam lsquobrown cafersquo Welcoming tourists and regular customers alike they offer televised sports wireless internet connection and a wide range of reasonably priced beers and spirits
Connoisseurs Delight Fun Drinking amp MusicTo Be Seen and Tasted
To Be Seen and Tasted
Fun Drinking amp Music
Connoisseurs Delight
Connoisseurs Delight
To Be Seen and Tasted
Neighbourhood cosy
Opera Prima - Patisserie Bistro TraiteurThe best place in town for lunch exquisite high teas or brunches and all of your luxury catering both private and corporate
Kinkerstraat 228 Amsterdamwwwoperaprimanl
St Antoniebreestraat 142 Amsterdamwwwtisfrisnl
Postjesweg 1 1057 DT Amsterdamwwwedelamsterdamnl
Zoutsteeg 1 1012 LX Amsterdamwwwcafeoportonethome
Amstel 100 1017 AC Amsterdamwwwmulligansnl
2e Kostverlorenkade 70 Amsterdamwwwcafekostverlorennl
Jan Pieter Heijestraat 137 Amsterdamwwwwixcomvibes137vibes
Amstel 2 Amsterdamwwwrestaurant-incantonl
Nicolaas Beetsstraat 47 Amsterdamwwwplanetroseinfo
71recommended
Answer to sentinelpostgmailcom
Where is this inAmsterdam
72spotted
Room 2cfilm
This is the one that will make you pause James Stewart one of my top ten actors of all time plays a businessman fighting to keep his life and family together while everything is crashing down around him In steps an lsquoangelrsquo to try and convince him that life is not as bad as it seems and that other people would be a lot worse off without him Probably the highest rated film Irsquove ever reviewed and one of the most Christmas-delicious I know
Could you walk 2400 kilometres while being pursued with little more than a longing to return to your homeland and mother to keep you and your dependant companions going Would you do this twice This utterly moving film highlights the true-life Australian apartheid practices of the twentieth century and the trauma it caused to native Australians The barren landscapes provide the perfect backdrop for compelling cinema-tography and its dryness will be irrigated by your tears
By David King
By dpmotions
Itrsquos a Wonderful Life (1946)
Rabbit-Proof Fence (2002)
73room2c
74trends
lsquoFacebook in particular is responsible for exacerbating unspoken competitivenessrsquo
By Dirkje Bakker-Pierre
Trends in the food industry are moving faster than lightning and are harder and harder to keep up with When you are all geared up to create your own artsy cupcakes all of a sudden cupcakes are out and macaroons are the flavour of the day
Sweat dripping and cheeks burning with stress levels going through the roof women all around the country have been toiling night and day to create just the right pimped-up cakes (completely covered in layers of pink and red marzipan tiny silver sugar balls and rose petals made from feather-light sugar) which look like they come from one of the newly popped-up cupcake shops Facebook in particular is responsible for exacerbating unspoken competitiveness due to images being posted of better looking and prettier cakes just after you posted your own in comparison pretty sad creations forcing you back into the kitchen to try again
One day itrsquos cutting out names from layers of chocolate the next itrsquos squirting curls and swirls of rainbow colours or grating organic carrots for the rather awkward lsquohealthyrsquo version the carrot cupcake
Shops have adjusted their aisles to make way for endless shelves of specialised products in all ranges of sweetness and multicoloured cuteness shapes tools mixtures and machines It is a whole world of custom products which just keeps growing and changing and you need to keep up with it all or risk being hopelessly left behind There are pink-coloured cook books workshops websites self-help groups and neglected overweight children crying for something non-sweet for once
But then after all your attempts and when you finally think you have achieved perfection before you know it you make a complete fool of yourself by serving the wrong type of sweet and colourful titbits because a new trend has already arrived That really makes you feel like a macaroon
All Caked Out
75trends
Winter solstice is an exciting time of year when we all start dreaming of more sun more light and more inspiration Continuing the gemstone theme I would like to draw your attention to the very lovely and sparkling sunstone also known as heliolite It is the official gemstone of the US state of Oregon which is a prime source for this beautiful gem The name heliolite is derived from the Greek lsquoheliosrsquo and lsquolithosrsquo which mean lsquosunrsquo and lsquostonersquo It was first discovered in Viking burial mounds but despite its long history is not found in abundance
Sunstone is metallic in appearance and comes in red orange or green colours However cleaner red sunstone is very rare and commands proper gemstone prices The stone is a composite of oligoclase feldspar which also contains hematite or goethite The presence of hematite or goethite gives the stone its ability to reflect light hence the name sunstone Sunstone is said to be an inspiration stone able to bestow freedom independence and happiness It also said to reduce fear alleviate stress and bring good luck in any game of chance This sparkly stone has a further use in healing and is believed to endow its wearers with enhanced self-healing powers Other properties
Shine
By Evelina Kvartunaite
ndash
lsquoDreaming of more sun more light and more inspirationrsquo
ndash
include stimulating the vegetative autonomic nervous system and enhancing the harmonious functioning of all the bodyrsquos organs It is also quite helpful in cases of exhaustion due to lack of sleep
The gemstone is used to treat chronic sore throats and relieves pain caused by stomach ulcers It has proved successful in alleviating Seasonal Affective Disorder (or SAD) and is also known for relieving cartilage problems rheumatism and general aches and pains Sunstone helps in dealing with depression and frees its wearers from feelings of discrimination and failure as well as from perceptions of an lsquoevil worldrsquo Sunstone increases a personrsquos sense of self-esteem and self-worth
Sunstone is particularly beneficial when used in sunshine or sunlight It brings abundance to a personrsquos life and transforms negative energy into positive energy
If you have any other helpful tips you would like to share please let me know at evelinakvartunaiteconsultancymarketmediacom
76health amp well-being
ndash
lsquoBestow freedom independence and happinessrsquo
ndash
ndash
lsquoIt has proved successful in alleviating Seasonal Affective
Disorderrsquo
ndash
77health amp well-being
world this lsquotrickeryrsquo has moved online With todayrsquos short attention spans the potential to draw users to a website and retain them is a crucial skill which is rewarded by the revenue that can be generated based on how long a user stays on a website Link-baiting should have been foreseen since it is inevitable
Every click on a website is a revenue-generating moment in terms of advertising The amount of adverts to which you can expose an online user as they click to and through your website is the currency used to determine whether an advertising agency spends its budget on one publication over another Real journalism and insightful opinions once drove online traffic for web publications but link-baiting is now seriously derailing this approach
Most of the time the story behind the sensational link does not live up to expectations A typical example of this can be found in the online edition of the Watford Observer on Tuesday 31 July 2012 The link-bait read ldquoCameron Diaz vows to kick drug habit with help of stepdadrdquo However following the link or falling for the bait led to the underwhelming story ldquoDrug user Cameron Diaz of Broomfield Rise Abbots Langley has sworn to clean up his act with the help of his stepfatherrdquo Although the story was factually correct the intention of the publication was to trick the
One of my previous articles described how online technology publications are subverting reality by not correctly echoing the sentiments of the consuming public Part of the cause of this is that usually in a bid to counter the majority of lacklustre stories floating around they subvert reality to make it more interesting How many non-geeks really care about the advantages of modelling parallelism on serial programs with the Intelreg Advisor XE Itrsquos certainly not a typically newsworthy story
As a result an annoying phenomenon has slowly been building momentum This is now quite evident all over the internet and is destroying good journalism The phenomenon is called Link-baiting Our trustworthy source of internet knowledge describes Link-bait(ing) as anything ldquointeresting enough to catch peoplersquos attentionrdquo (httpenwikipediaorgwikiLink_bait)
Link-baiting is synonymous with the sensational cover stories used on the front of magazines to entice people walking past to pick up the magazines and delve into them As with most things from the print
No news is good news
lsquoQuite evident all over the internet and is destroying good
journalismrsquo
By Simon Owusu
technology
TechBit Sio-Bytes
78
provider in America to the tune of US$ 400 million The initial story broke on the PRWEB website and the majority of online publications regurgitated the story with no additional insights such as the implications of such a deal which real journalism would call for None of them bothered to check the sources or the credibility of the story Millions of revenue-generating clicks later the more seasoned online publications such as CNN AllThings D and CNET broke the bigger story that the press release was fake and that both Google and ICOA Wireless had denied the story In a rush to break the story the first rule of journalism was contravened lsquoAlways check your sourcesrsquo
Given the transient nature of any false news stories posted on the internet these days the story quickly disappeared from most of the offending publications and today you will be hard pressed to find any mention of this slip-up The Sentinel we like to think always brings you the truth albeit typed on an iPad Mini so donrsquot count on us to follow such faulty phenomena and trends
online user into clicking on it due to the coincidental name-sharing of the Abbots Langley Cameron Diaz with the famous American actress Every link clicked demonstrates the potential for advertisers to reach larger audiences and generate revenue for the online publications
From the same school as link-baiting comes the phenomenon of lsquofirst past the postrsquo journalism within the advertising-driven online publication world In this type of journalism emphasis is placed on being first to publish or break a news story Online publications that are first to break a news story attract a high amount of traffic (which translates into large revenues generated by advertising) since they are the only source of that particular information for a short space of time Online users have no choice but to visit that particular site if they wish to read the scoop The downside of this is that in a bid to be first to reap the advertising revenues frequently news stories are not properly checked for credibility On Monday 26 November 2012 nearly every online technology publication published the story of Google purchasing ICOA Wireless a Wi-Fi hot-spot
lsquoFrequently news stories are not properly checked for credibilityrsquo
lsquolsquoAlways check your sourcesrsquorsquo
technology79
80classifi eds
81classifi eds
these people in business suits are rushing to check in their business cases Irsquom manoeuvring my 19-metre ski bag between them Strange looks and questions donrsquot surprise me anymore The looks whispers and questions Irsquove had while on trains from one place to the next or on the tram after going to the beach on my way to the indoor slope this summer On the one hand they made me feel like I was some strange creature from another planet but on the other they got me extra stoked up about what Irsquom doing
As I write this itrsquos a week after I checked in my bags and Irsquom sitting in my favourite coffee shop Cuppa Joersquos in Breckenridge Colorado Over the past five days Irsquove been getting up every morning at around 630 am and getting out at around 800am Anyone who knows me will probably raise an eyebrow at this When Irsquom working at home on my photos and stories for the White Freeski Magazine where Irsquom editor-in-chief or on freelance assignments my daily rhythm is completely the opposite But I guess thatrsquos the nice thing about jetlag
Itrsquos hard to describe the feeling of finally getting back
You know that feeling of bubbly excitement you get when you are getting ready to go and do something yoursquove been anticipating for a long long time It might be finally nailing that presentation to finish up university cooking a great dinner for friends or excitement about meeting up with someone
Getting my bags out from the basement after they had been collecting dust for the past eight months prompted those feelings to rush through my veins once again Even though I donrsquot mind being home going to the beach and rehabbing my knee and visiting friends in different countries over the summer all this has taken place in the city and Irsquove been missing the mountains terribly As Irsquom getting my bags out it makes me realise that it really is almost time for me to click into my skis again and breathe in the fresh mountain air
After packing it was finally time to get on my flight to Denver Colorado on Monday morning While all
white outBubbles of Excitement
By Ananda van Welij
Just another girl from a country without mountains addicted to snow
lsquoGo and do something yoursquove been anticipating for a long long timersquo
82sport
have ahead of me this winter Looking forward again instead of being bummed I try to focus on the bright side like I did while I was stuck at home rehabbing and walking on crutches Trying to be inspired by what I see around me and what others do and have instead of being frustrated by it
It makes me wonder about just working and meeting up with friends at home I know I have a privileged life as Irsquom sitting here but isnrsquot this something we all experience in our daily lives It can be hard to sit down let go of the frustration sadness and problems and look forward Itrsquos not always possible to do it overnight but I think that just trying makes you feel better and in the end it allows you to bubble with excitement again no matter if itrsquos for a day of skiing or for finishing that project
My new mission for this season is to stay positive and draw inspiration from the people and things around me Irsquoll let you know how Irsquom doing in three weeksrsquo time
onto my skis after being out for eight months due to a torn MCL Cruising down the hill feeling and hearing the snow crunch under my feet It might sound strange to you but to me itrsquos a special sort of magic I guess it has something to do with the dopamine your body makes while having a great rush of excitement Although Irsquom pretty tired right now and taking a day off from skiing just walking outside and knowing that I can go up the hill any moment I like makes me feel better
Being so excited to be back on the snow after an injury also has a downside It comes in the form of having to hold myself back Since my injury I havenrsquot been jumping or doing any crazy tricks Itrsquos hard seeing all my friends jump and having fun in the park knowing I really shouldnrsquot do any of that stuff yet My mind is screaming ldquoYou can do that toordquo But Irsquom scared of a repeat injury brought on by pushing myself too hard too fast I have to force myself to sit down talk to my friends and listen to their stories of having fun while being genuinely happy for them To enjoy the sun instead of freaking myself out eat some good food have a good laugh and think of all the fun trips I
lsquoExtra stoked up about what Irsquom doingrsquo
lsquoTo me itrsquos a special sort of magicrsquo
83sport
sport84
sport
sport85
sport
Get advice on housing rental contracts and apartments in Amsterdam
wwwwswonennlenglish
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we are looking for
86classifieds
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We have reached the point of the season when the outstanding manager of the first half has his team profiled and receives a pat on the back An overall lead at Xmas more often than not means that the team has peaked during the first half of the season before going on to show signs of weakness This season unusually we have a manager who has led strongly from the very early weeks but who still has a full supply of substitutes in reserve This bodes ill for the other managers as even though he has been professionally hunted down to the point that his lead is now meagre (or even gone by the time this is published) Steven Fockema still holds all the aces given that his reserves remain intact while the chasersrsquo have been used up to varying degrees
Daft3Punks
GK Tim Krul (newcastle United) 25m ndash Out injured from the beginning of September until the end of November No proper form assessment possible so far this season and his team are in apparent gradual creep towards the relegation zone Rating 825
deF Jose enrique (Liverpool) 35m ndash At a work-in-progress team Now playing regularly as a midfielder and showing positive form Rating 85
deF daniel Agger (Liverpool) 4m ndash Still more bluster and posing than glory Rating 825
deF Winston Reid (West Ham) 1m ndash Doing New Zealand proud in the Premier League at his price West Ham may not secure a greater number of clean sheets in the second half of the season however Rating 80
deF Jan Vertonghen (Tottenham Hotspur) 45m ndash Handsome driving Belgian vanilla One of the stars of the season thus far Rating 90
mId Gareth Bale (Tottenham Hotspur) 55m ndash The most impressive individual player in the current Premier League Rating 915
mId michu (Swansea city) 2m ndash Incredible value at his price A natural goal-scorer extraordinaire who also gets around and shows versatility Rating 90
mId Yaya Toure (manchester city) 45m ndash Nowhere close to his form of the previous season even if that can change in the second half of this one Rating 850
FWd Fabio Borini (Liverpool) 3m ndash Tipped here to eventually do well but long-term injury befell him just at the time he was settling into his new team and system Rating 80
FWd olivier Giroud (Arsenal) 45m ndash Has been nudging levels above average of late Rating 850
FWd Papiss cisse (newcastle United) 5m ndash Another player showing an astonishing fall from the excellence of the final third of the previous season Newcastle United appear to need re-styling quickly Rating 825
overall rating 9340 (max 100)
The New Year will only bring fireworks given the keen match-up between FFG-CL managers
By Denson Pierre
The Gold Room
88
sport
89sport
wwwczechtourismcom
CZECH REPUBLIC - STUNNINGLY DIFFERENT
90
classifi eds
68
classifi edsclassifi eds
BRING BACK
A substantial amount of the culture on mainland Europe revolves around platinum-standard beer of various descriptions and fl avours being easily available Amsterdam is not lacking in cafeacutes bars off licences supermarkets and online outlets stocking truly great beers available either immediately or within 24 hours With the growing popularity of high-yeast and high alcohol by volume brands how these drinks are served is a cause for concern however
Led by the Belgians and French the art of designing a glass that refl ects the individual quality of the liquid experience within is among these productsrsquo most out-standing features after their fl avour and power to in-toxicate Any beer of decent repute has its own glass in which it is intended to be served This always takes the form and size of a sensible measure to ensure a taste experience at the correct temperature and allow people to enjoy the evoked sensations before fi nding them-selves suddenly and blindingly drunk What we now often fi nd in tourist-pressed Amsterdam are these lsquoreal beersrsquo being off ered and served to ignorant punters in pint (or half-litre) measures leading to people becom-ing drunk at speed and destroying the overall aesthetic of lsquobeering itrsquo with style
The Sentinel says bring back the serving of high-alco-hol-content drinks in appropriate measures and if pos-sible in the glasses especially designed for the purpose This would be desirable for all manner of reasons not least health and safety Barkeepers can be educators too and it shouldnrsquot be too diffi cult to persuade tourists (usually German British and Irish) who represent the majority of volume drinkers in the cityrsquos more desirable watering holes It is foolish greedy and uncouth to con-sume high-alcohol beverages in such volumes and not expect to end up senselessly drunk and ultimately spoil the whole experience Volume drinkers should simply be directed to the lsquopiss waterrsquo beers of which there are many to satiate their needs and leave the quality beer tours for when they have educated themselves in the culture and manner of consumption that ensures maxi-mum pleasure and above all style
By Denson Pierre
STYLED BEER GLASSES
69amsterdam city life
We find the best most fun most typical exciting or local favourite restaurants etcetera in Amsterdam and bring them to you an easy way to feel like a local
Het Compagnie Theater Amsterdam 12122012
Recommended
70recommended
EUROGIFTSXenonweg 9 3812 SZ Amersfoort
Tel 033 - 454 35 75 - Fax 033 - 454 35 79E-mail lmproefeurogiftsnl
Website wwweurogiftsnl
FILMPROEF
ORDERNUMMER 6021022ARTIKELNUMMER 65123
Ware grootte (indien uitgeprint)Kleur opdruk Wit
Mulligans Irish Music BarAmsterdamrsquos best address for live Irish music Five (5) nights a week Check our agenda for upcoming sessions
Cafeacute KostverlorenCafeacute Kostverloren is a contemporary cafe offering the cosiness of a saloon an open kitchen and the intimacy of a living room During summer there is a large sunny terrace and during winter an open fi replace
VibesVibes is a relaxing cafecocktail bar art gallery with a large selection of coffees herbal teas homemade cakes and an amazing card of cocktails made with fresh fruit by a professional cocktail bartenderEnjoy our Italian kitchen in a cosy and friendly atmosphere
IncantoIncanto is a restaurant with a classic Italian kitchen Venetian chef Simone Ambrosin is known for his pure and simple style of cooking with feeling for nuance The wine list contains over 150 Italian wines
Planet RosePlanet Rose is the fi rst Caribbean restaurant in the Netherlands which specializes in Jamaican cuisine The menu features a daily changing selection of JamaicanCaribbean dishes and they ensure that you enjoy the whole expe-rience while dining with them
Cafe TisfrisCafe Tisfris is recognisable for its landmarks funky pillars and terrace Tisfris offers a friendly service and is a great pit stop for ldquoyummyrdquo refreshments
Cafe restaurant EdelCafe restaurant Edel is the perfect place for lunch dinner or to simply enjoy a drink Edel is a unique place in Amsterdam
Cafeacute OportoCafeacute Oporto is a traditional Amsterdam lsquobrown cafersquo Welcoming tourists and regular customers alike they offer televised sports wireless internet connection and a wide range of reasonably priced beers and spirits
Connoisseurs Delight Fun Drinking amp MusicTo Be Seen and Tasted
To Be Seen and Tasted
Fun Drinking amp Music
Connoisseurs Delight
Connoisseurs Delight
To Be Seen and Tasted
Neighbourhood cosy
Opera Prima - Patisserie Bistro TraiteurThe best place in town for lunch exquisite high teas or brunches and all of your luxury catering both private and corporate
Kinkerstraat 228 Amsterdamwwwoperaprimanl
St Antoniebreestraat 142 Amsterdamwwwtisfrisnl
Postjesweg 1 1057 DT Amsterdamwwwedelamsterdamnl
Zoutsteeg 1 1012 LX Amsterdamwwwcafeoportonethome
Amstel 100 1017 AC Amsterdamwwwmulligansnl
2e Kostverlorenkade 70 Amsterdamwwwcafekostverlorennl
Jan Pieter Heijestraat 137 Amsterdamwwwwixcomvibes137vibes
Amstel 2 Amsterdamwwwrestaurant-incantonl
Nicolaas Beetsstraat 47 Amsterdamwwwplanetroseinfo
71recommended
Answer to sentinelpostgmailcom
Where is this inAmsterdam
72spotted
Room 2cfilm
This is the one that will make you pause James Stewart one of my top ten actors of all time plays a businessman fighting to keep his life and family together while everything is crashing down around him In steps an lsquoangelrsquo to try and convince him that life is not as bad as it seems and that other people would be a lot worse off without him Probably the highest rated film Irsquove ever reviewed and one of the most Christmas-delicious I know
Could you walk 2400 kilometres while being pursued with little more than a longing to return to your homeland and mother to keep you and your dependant companions going Would you do this twice This utterly moving film highlights the true-life Australian apartheid practices of the twentieth century and the trauma it caused to native Australians The barren landscapes provide the perfect backdrop for compelling cinema-tography and its dryness will be irrigated by your tears
By David King
By dpmotions
Itrsquos a Wonderful Life (1946)
Rabbit-Proof Fence (2002)
73room2c
74trends
lsquoFacebook in particular is responsible for exacerbating unspoken competitivenessrsquo
By Dirkje Bakker-Pierre
Trends in the food industry are moving faster than lightning and are harder and harder to keep up with When you are all geared up to create your own artsy cupcakes all of a sudden cupcakes are out and macaroons are the flavour of the day
Sweat dripping and cheeks burning with stress levels going through the roof women all around the country have been toiling night and day to create just the right pimped-up cakes (completely covered in layers of pink and red marzipan tiny silver sugar balls and rose petals made from feather-light sugar) which look like they come from one of the newly popped-up cupcake shops Facebook in particular is responsible for exacerbating unspoken competitiveness due to images being posted of better looking and prettier cakes just after you posted your own in comparison pretty sad creations forcing you back into the kitchen to try again
One day itrsquos cutting out names from layers of chocolate the next itrsquos squirting curls and swirls of rainbow colours or grating organic carrots for the rather awkward lsquohealthyrsquo version the carrot cupcake
Shops have adjusted their aisles to make way for endless shelves of specialised products in all ranges of sweetness and multicoloured cuteness shapes tools mixtures and machines It is a whole world of custom products which just keeps growing and changing and you need to keep up with it all or risk being hopelessly left behind There are pink-coloured cook books workshops websites self-help groups and neglected overweight children crying for something non-sweet for once
But then after all your attempts and when you finally think you have achieved perfection before you know it you make a complete fool of yourself by serving the wrong type of sweet and colourful titbits because a new trend has already arrived That really makes you feel like a macaroon
All Caked Out
75trends
Winter solstice is an exciting time of year when we all start dreaming of more sun more light and more inspiration Continuing the gemstone theme I would like to draw your attention to the very lovely and sparkling sunstone also known as heliolite It is the official gemstone of the US state of Oregon which is a prime source for this beautiful gem The name heliolite is derived from the Greek lsquoheliosrsquo and lsquolithosrsquo which mean lsquosunrsquo and lsquostonersquo It was first discovered in Viking burial mounds but despite its long history is not found in abundance
Sunstone is metallic in appearance and comes in red orange or green colours However cleaner red sunstone is very rare and commands proper gemstone prices The stone is a composite of oligoclase feldspar which also contains hematite or goethite The presence of hematite or goethite gives the stone its ability to reflect light hence the name sunstone Sunstone is said to be an inspiration stone able to bestow freedom independence and happiness It also said to reduce fear alleviate stress and bring good luck in any game of chance This sparkly stone has a further use in healing and is believed to endow its wearers with enhanced self-healing powers Other properties
Shine
By Evelina Kvartunaite
ndash
lsquoDreaming of more sun more light and more inspirationrsquo
ndash
include stimulating the vegetative autonomic nervous system and enhancing the harmonious functioning of all the bodyrsquos organs It is also quite helpful in cases of exhaustion due to lack of sleep
The gemstone is used to treat chronic sore throats and relieves pain caused by stomach ulcers It has proved successful in alleviating Seasonal Affective Disorder (or SAD) and is also known for relieving cartilage problems rheumatism and general aches and pains Sunstone helps in dealing with depression and frees its wearers from feelings of discrimination and failure as well as from perceptions of an lsquoevil worldrsquo Sunstone increases a personrsquos sense of self-esteem and self-worth
Sunstone is particularly beneficial when used in sunshine or sunlight It brings abundance to a personrsquos life and transforms negative energy into positive energy
If you have any other helpful tips you would like to share please let me know at evelinakvartunaiteconsultancymarketmediacom
76health amp well-being
ndash
lsquoBestow freedom independence and happinessrsquo
ndash
ndash
lsquoIt has proved successful in alleviating Seasonal Affective
Disorderrsquo
ndash
77health amp well-being
world this lsquotrickeryrsquo has moved online With todayrsquos short attention spans the potential to draw users to a website and retain them is a crucial skill which is rewarded by the revenue that can be generated based on how long a user stays on a website Link-baiting should have been foreseen since it is inevitable
Every click on a website is a revenue-generating moment in terms of advertising The amount of adverts to which you can expose an online user as they click to and through your website is the currency used to determine whether an advertising agency spends its budget on one publication over another Real journalism and insightful opinions once drove online traffic for web publications but link-baiting is now seriously derailing this approach
Most of the time the story behind the sensational link does not live up to expectations A typical example of this can be found in the online edition of the Watford Observer on Tuesday 31 July 2012 The link-bait read ldquoCameron Diaz vows to kick drug habit with help of stepdadrdquo However following the link or falling for the bait led to the underwhelming story ldquoDrug user Cameron Diaz of Broomfield Rise Abbots Langley has sworn to clean up his act with the help of his stepfatherrdquo Although the story was factually correct the intention of the publication was to trick the
One of my previous articles described how online technology publications are subverting reality by not correctly echoing the sentiments of the consuming public Part of the cause of this is that usually in a bid to counter the majority of lacklustre stories floating around they subvert reality to make it more interesting How many non-geeks really care about the advantages of modelling parallelism on serial programs with the Intelreg Advisor XE Itrsquos certainly not a typically newsworthy story
As a result an annoying phenomenon has slowly been building momentum This is now quite evident all over the internet and is destroying good journalism The phenomenon is called Link-baiting Our trustworthy source of internet knowledge describes Link-bait(ing) as anything ldquointeresting enough to catch peoplersquos attentionrdquo (httpenwikipediaorgwikiLink_bait)
Link-baiting is synonymous with the sensational cover stories used on the front of magazines to entice people walking past to pick up the magazines and delve into them As with most things from the print
No news is good news
lsquoQuite evident all over the internet and is destroying good
journalismrsquo
By Simon Owusu
technology
TechBit Sio-Bytes
78
provider in America to the tune of US$ 400 million The initial story broke on the PRWEB website and the majority of online publications regurgitated the story with no additional insights such as the implications of such a deal which real journalism would call for None of them bothered to check the sources or the credibility of the story Millions of revenue-generating clicks later the more seasoned online publications such as CNN AllThings D and CNET broke the bigger story that the press release was fake and that both Google and ICOA Wireless had denied the story In a rush to break the story the first rule of journalism was contravened lsquoAlways check your sourcesrsquo
Given the transient nature of any false news stories posted on the internet these days the story quickly disappeared from most of the offending publications and today you will be hard pressed to find any mention of this slip-up The Sentinel we like to think always brings you the truth albeit typed on an iPad Mini so donrsquot count on us to follow such faulty phenomena and trends
online user into clicking on it due to the coincidental name-sharing of the Abbots Langley Cameron Diaz with the famous American actress Every link clicked demonstrates the potential for advertisers to reach larger audiences and generate revenue for the online publications
From the same school as link-baiting comes the phenomenon of lsquofirst past the postrsquo journalism within the advertising-driven online publication world In this type of journalism emphasis is placed on being first to publish or break a news story Online publications that are first to break a news story attract a high amount of traffic (which translates into large revenues generated by advertising) since they are the only source of that particular information for a short space of time Online users have no choice but to visit that particular site if they wish to read the scoop The downside of this is that in a bid to be first to reap the advertising revenues frequently news stories are not properly checked for credibility On Monday 26 November 2012 nearly every online technology publication published the story of Google purchasing ICOA Wireless a Wi-Fi hot-spot
lsquoFrequently news stories are not properly checked for credibilityrsquo
lsquolsquoAlways check your sourcesrsquorsquo
technology79
80classifi eds
81classifi eds
these people in business suits are rushing to check in their business cases Irsquom manoeuvring my 19-metre ski bag between them Strange looks and questions donrsquot surprise me anymore The looks whispers and questions Irsquove had while on trains from one place to the next or on the tram after going to the beach on my way to the indoor slope this summer On the one hand they made me feel like I was some strange creature from another planet but on the other they got me extra stoked up about what Irsquom doing
As I write this itrsquos a week after I checked in my bags and Irsquom sitting in my favourite coffee shop Cuppa Joersquos in Breckenridge Colorado Over the past five days Irsquove been getting up every morning at around 630 am and getting out at around 800am Anyone who knows me will probably raise an eyebrow at this When Irsquom working at home on my photos and stories for the White Freeski Magazine where Irsquom editor-in-chief or on freelance assignments my daily rhythm is completely the opposite But I guess thatrsquos the nice thing about jetlag
Itrsquos hard to describe the feeling of finally getting back
You know that feeling of bubbly excitement you get when you are getting ready to go and do something yoursquove been anticipating for a long long time It might be finally nailing that presentation to finish up university cooking a great dinner for friends or excitement about meeting up with someone
Getting my bags out from the basement after they had been collecting dust for the past eight months prompted those feelings to rush through my veins once again Even though I donrsquot mind being home going to the beach and rehabbing my knee and visiting friends in different countries over the summer all this has taken place in the city and Irsquove been missing the mountains terribly As Irsquom getting my bags out it makes me realise that it really is almost time for me to click into my skis again and breathe in the fresh mountain air
After packing it was finally time to get on my flight to Denver Colorado on Monday morning While all
white outBubbles of Excitement
By Ananda van Welij
Just another girl from a country without mountains addicted to snow
lsquoGo and do something yoursquove been anticipating for a long long timersquo
82sport
have ahead of me this winter Looking forward again instead of being bummed I try to focus on the bright side like I did while I was stuck at home rehabbing and walking on crutches Trying to be inspired by what I see around me and what others do and have instead of being frustrated by it
It makes me wonder about just working and meeting up with friends at home I know I have a privileged life as Irsquom sitting here but isnrsquot this something we all experience in our daily lives It can be hard to sit down let go of the frustration sadness and problems and look forward Itrsquos not always possible to do it overnight but I think that just trying makes you feel better and in the end it allows you to bubble with excitement again no matter if itrsquos for a day of skiing or for finishing that project
My new mission for this season is to stay positive and draw inspiration from the people and things around me Irsquoll let you know how Irsquom doing in three weeksrsquo time
onto my skis after being out for eight months due to a torn MCL Cruising down the hill feeling and hearing the snow crunch under my feet It might sound strange to you but to me itrsquos a special sort of magic I guess it has something to do with the dopamine your body makes while having a great rush of excitement Although Irsquom pretty tired right now and taking a day off from skiing just walking outside and knowing that I can go up the hill any moment I like makes me feel better
Being so excited to be back on the snow after an injury also has a downside It comes in the form of having to hold myself back Since my injury I havenrsquot been jumping or doing any crazy tricks Itrsquos hard seeing all my friends jump and having fun in the park knowing I really shouldnrsquot do any of that stuff yet My mind is screaming ldquoYou can do that toordquo But Irsquom scared of a repeat injury brought on by pushing myself too hard too fast I have to force myself to sit down talk to my friends and listen to their stories of having fun while being genuinely happy for them To enjoy the sun instead of freaking myself out eat some good food have a good laugh and think of all the fun trips I
lsquoExtra stoked up about what Irsquom doingrsquo
lsquoTo me itrsquos a special sort of magicrsquo
83sport
sport84
sport
sport85
sport
Get advice on housing rental contracts and apartments in Amsterdam
wwwwswonennlenglish
wwwconsultancymarketmediacom
- Account Manager Market Media- (Internship) International Marketing Executive
we are looking for
86classifieds
87classifieds
We have reached the point of the season when the outstanding manager of the first half has his team profiled and receives a pat on the back An overall lead at Xmas more often than not means that the team has peaked during the first half of the season before going on to show signs of weakness This season unusually we have a manager who has led strongly from the very early weeks but who still has a full supply of substitutes in reserve This bodes ill for the other managers as even though he has been professionally hunted down to the point that his lead is now meagre (or even gone by the time this is published) Steven Fockema still holds all the aces given that his reserves remain intact while the chasersrsquo have been used up to varying degrees
Daft3Punks
GK Tim Krul (newcastle United) 25m ndash Out injured from the beginning of September until the end of November No proper form assessment possible so far this season and his team are in apparent gradual creep towards the relegation zone Rating 825
deF Jose enrique (Liverpool) 35m ndash At a work-in-progress team Now playing regularly as a midfielder and showing positive form Rating 85
deF daniel Agger (Liverpool) 4m ndash Still more bluster and posing than glory Rating 825
deF Winston Reid (West Ham) 1m ndash Doing New Zealand proud in the Premier League at his price West Ham may not secure a greater number of clean sheets in the second half of the season however Rating 80
deF Jan Vertonghen (Tottenham Hotspur) 45m ndash Handsome driving Belgian vanilla One of the stars of the season thus far Rating 90
mId Gareth Bale (Tottenham Hotspur) 55m ndash The most impressive individual player in the current Premier League Rating 915
mId michu (Swansea city) 2m ndash Incredible value at his price A natural goal-scorer extraordinaire who also gets around and shows versatility Rating 90
mId Yaya Toure (manchester city) 45m ndash Nowhere close to his form of the previous season even if that can change in the second half of this one Rating 850
FWd Fabio Borini (Liverpool) 3m ndash Tipped here to eventually do well but long-term injury befell him just at the time he was settling into his new team and system Rating 80
FWd olivier Giroud (Arsenal) 45m ndash Has been nudging levels above average of late Rating 850
FWd Papiss cisse (newcastle United) 5m ndash Another player showing an astonishing fall from the excellence of the final third of the previous season Newcastle United appear to need re-styling quickly Rating 825
overall rating 9340 (max 100)
The New Year will only bring fireworks given the keen match-up between FFG-CL managers
By Denson Pierre
The Gold Room
88
sport
89sport
wwwczechtourismcom
CZECH REPUBLIC - STUNNINGLY DIFFERENT
90
classifi eds
BRING BACK
A substantial amount of the culture on mainland Europe revolves around platinum-standard beer of various descriptions and fl avours being easily available Amsterdam is not lacking in cafeacutes bars off licences supermarkets and online outlets stocking truly great beers available either immediately or within 24 hours With the growing popularity of high-yeast and high alcohol by volume brands how these drinks are served is a cause for concern however
Led by the Belgians and French the art of designing a glass that refl ects the individual quality of the liquid experience within is among these productsrsquo most out-standing features after their fl avour and power to in-toxicate Any beer of decent repute has its own glass in which it is intended to be served This always takes the form and size of a sensible measure to ensure a taste experience at the correct temperature and allow people to enjoy the evoked sensations before fi nding them-selves suddenly and blindingly drunk What we now often fi nd in tourist-pressed Amsterdam are these lsquoreal beersrsquo being off ered and served to ignorant punters in pint (or half-litre) measures leading to people becom-ing drunk at speed and destroying the overall aesthetic of lsquobeering itrsquo with style
The Sentinel says bring back the serving of high-alco-hol-content drinks in appropriate measures and if pos-sible in the glasses especially designed for the purpose This would be desirable for all manner of reasons not least health and safety Barkeepers can be educators too and it shouldnrsquot be too diffi cult to persuade tourists (usually German British and Irish) who represent the majority of volume drinkers in the cityrsquos more desirable watering holes It is foolish greedy and uncouth to con-sume high-alcohol beverages in such volumes and not expect to end up senselessly drunk and ultimately spoil the whole experience Volume drinkers should simply be directed to the lsquopiss waterrsquo beers of which there are many to satiate their needs and leave the quality beer tours for when they have educated themselves in the culture and manner of consumption that ensures maxi-mum pleasure and above all style
By Denson Pierre
STYLED BEER GLASSES
69amsterdam city life
We find the best most fun most typical exciting or local favourite restaurants etcetera in Amsterdam and bring them to you an easy way to feel like a local
Het Compagnie Theater Amsterdam 12122012
Recommended
70recommended
EUROGIFTSXenonweg 9 3812 SZ Amersfoort
Tel 033 - 454 35 75 - Fax 033 - 454 35 79E-mail lmproefeurogiftsnl
Website wwweurogiftsnl
FILMPROEF
ORDERNUMMER 6021022ARTIKELNUMMER 65123
Ware grootte (indien uitgeprint)Kleur opdruk Wit
Mulligans Irish Music BarAmsterdamrsquos best address for live Irish music Five (5) nights a week Check our agenda for upcoming sessions
Cafeacute KostverlorenCafeacute Kostverloren is a contemporary cafe offering the cosiness of a saloon an open kitchen and the intimacy of a living room During summer there is a large sunny terrace and during winter an open fi replace
VibesVibes is a relaxing cafecocktail bar art gallery with a large selection of coffees herbal teas homemade cakes and an amazing card of cocktails made with fresh fruit by a professional cocktail bartenderEnjoy our Italian kitchen in a cosy and friendly atmosphere
IncantoIncanto is a restaurant with a classic Italian kitchen Venetian chef Simone Ambrosin is known for his pure and simple style of cooking with feeling for nuance The wine list contains over 150 Italian wines
Planet RosePlanet Rose is the fi rst Caribbean restaurant in the Netherlands which specializes in Jamaican cuisine The menu features a daily changing selection of JamaicanCaribbean dishes and they ensure that you enjoy the whole expe-rience while dining with them
Cafe TisfrisCafe Tisfris is recognisable for its landmarks funky pillars and terrace Tisfris offers a friendly service and is a great pit stop for ldquoyummyrdquo refreshments
Cafe restaurant EdelCafe restaurant Edel is the perfect place for lunch dinner or to simply enjoy a drink Edel is a unique place in Amsterdam
Cafeacute OportoCafeacute Oporto is a traditional Amsterdam lsquobrown cafersquo Welcoming tourists and regular customers alike they offer televised sports wireless internet connection and a wide range of reasonably priced beers and spirits
Connoisseurs Delight Fun Drinking amp MusicTo Be Seen and Tasted
To Be Seen and Tasted
Fun Drinking amp Music
Connoisseurs Delight
Connoisseurs Delight
To Be Seen and Tasted
Neighbourhood cosy
Opera Prima - Patisserie Bistro TraiteurThe best place in town for lunch exquisite high teas or brunches and all of your luxury catering both private and corporate
Kinkerstraat 228 Amsterdamwwwoperaprimanl
St Antoniebreestraat 142 Amsterdamwwwtisfrisnl
Postjesweg 1 1057 DT Amsterdamwwwedelamsterdamnl
Zoutsteeg 1 1012 LX Amsterdamwwwcafeoportonethome
Amstel 100 1017 AC Amsterdamwwwmulligansnl
2e Kostverlorenkade 70 Amsterdamwwwcafekostverlorennl
Jan Pieter Heijestraat 137 Amsterdamwwwwixcomvibes137vibes
Amstel 2 Amsterdamwwwrestaurant-incantonl
Nicolaas Beetsstraat 47 Amsterdamwwwplanetroseinfo
71recommended
Answer to sentinelpostgmailcom
Where is this inAmsterdam
72spotted
Room 2cfilm
This is the one that will make you pause James Stewart one of my top ten actors of all time plays a businessman fighting to keep his life and family together while everything is crashing down around him In steps an lsquoangelrsquo to try and convince him that life is not as bad as it seems and that other people would be a lot worse off without him Probably the highest rated film Irsquove ever reviewed and one of the most Christmas-delicious I know
Could you walk 2400 kilometres while being pursued with little more than a longing to return to your homeland and mother to keep you and your dependant companions going Would you do this twice This utterly moving film highlights the true-life Australian apartheid practices of the twentieth century and the trauma it caused to native Australians The barren landscapes provide the perfect backdrop for compelling cinema-tography and its dryness will be irrigated by your tears
By David King
By dpmotions
Itrsquos a Wonderful Life (1946)
Rabbit-Proof Fence (2002)
73room2c
74trends
lsquoFacebook in particular is responsible for exacerbating unspoken competitivenessrsquo
By Dirkje Bakker-Pierre
Trends in the food industry are moving faster than lightning and are harder and harder to keep up with When you are all geared up to create your own artsy cupcakes all of a sudden cupcakes are out and macaroons are the flavour of the day
Sweat dripping and cheeks burning with stress levels going through the roof women all around the country have been toiling night and day to create just the right pimped-up cakes (completely covered in layers of pink and red marzipan tiny silver sugar balls and rose petals made from feather-light sugar) which look like they come from one of the newly popped-up cupcake shops Facebook in particular is responsible for exacerbating unspoken competitiveness due to images being posted of better looking and prettier cakes just after you posted your own in comparison pretty sad creations forcing you back into the kitchen to try again
One day itrsquos cutting out names from layers of chocolate the next itrsquos squirting curls and swirls of rainbow colours or grating organic carrots for the rather awkward lsquohealthyrsquo version the carrot cupcake
Shops have adjusted their aisles to make way for endless shelves of specialised products in all ranges of sweetness and multicoloured cuteness shapes tools mixtures and machines It is a whole world of custom products which just keeps growing and changing and you need to keep up with it all or risk being hopelessly left behind There are pink-coloured cook books workshops websites self-help groups and neglected overweight children crying for something non-sweet for once
But then after all your attempts and when you finally think you have achieved perfection before you know it you make a complete fool of yourself by serving the wrong type of sweet and colourful titbits because a new trend has already arrived That really makes you feel like a macaroon
All Caked Out
75trends
Winter solstice is an exciting time of year when we all start dreaming of more sun more light and more inspiration Continuing the gemstone theme I would like to draw your attention to the very lovely and sparkling sunstone also known as heliolite It is the official gemstone of the US state of Oregon which is a prime source for this beautiful gem The name heliolite is derived from the Greek lsquoheliosrsquo and lsquolithosrsquo which mean lsquosunrsquo and lsquostonersquo It was first discovered in Viking burial mounds but despite its long history is not found in abundance
Sunstone is metallic in appearance and comes in red orange or green colours However cleaner red sunstone is very rare and commands proper gemstone prices The stone is a composite of oligoclase feldspar which also contains hematite or goethite The presence of hematite or goethite gives the stone its ability to reflect light hence the name sunstone Sunstone is said to be an inspiration stone able to bestow freedom independence and happiness It also said to reduce fear alleviate stress and bring good luck in any game of chance This sparkly stone has a further use in healing and is believed to endow its wearers with enhanced self-healing powers Other properties
Shine
By Evelina Kvartunaite
ndash
lsquoDreaming of more sun more light and more inspirationrsquo
ndash
include stimulating the vegetative autonomic nervous system and enhancing the harmonious functioning of all the bodyrsquos organs It is also quite helpful in cases of exhaustion due to lack of sleep
The gemstone is used to treat chronic sore throats and relieves pain caused by stomach ulcers It has proved successful in alleviating Seasonal Affective Disorder (or SAD) and is also known for relieving cartilage problems rheumatism and general aches and pains Sunstone helps in dealing with depression and frees its wearers from feelings of discrimination and failure as well as from perceptions of an lsquoevil worldrsquo Sunstone increases a personrsquos sense of self-esteem and self-worth
Sunstone is particularly beneficial when used in sunshine or sunlight It brings abundance to a personrsquos life and transforms negative energy into positive energy
If you have any other helpful tips you would like to share please let me know at evelinakvartunaiteconsultancymarketmediacom
76health amp well-being
ndash
lsquoBestow freedom independence and happinessrsquo
ndash
ndash
lsquoIt has proved successful in alleviating Seasonal Affective
Disorderrsquo
ndash
77health amp well-being
world this lsquotrickeryrsquo has moved online With todayrsquos short attention spans the potential to draw users to a website and retain them is a crucial skill which is rewarded by the revenue that can be generated based on how long a user stays on a website Link-baiting should have been foreseen since it is inevitable
Every click on a website is a revenue-generating moment in terms of advertising The amount of adverts to which you can expose an online user as they click to and through your website is the currency used to determine whether an advertising agency spends its budget on one publication over another Real journalism and insightful opinions once drove online traffic for web publications but link-baiting is now seriously derailing this approach
Most of the time the story behind the sensational link does not live up to expectations A typical example of this can be found in the online edition of the Watford Observer on Tuesday 31 July 2012 The link-bait read ldquoCameron Diaz vows to kick drug habit with help of stepdadrdquo However following the link or falling for the bait led to the underwhelming story ldquoDrug user Cameron Diaz of Broomfield Rise Abbots Langley has sworn to clean up his act with the help of his stepfatherrdquo Although the story was factually correct the intention of the publication was to trick the
One of my previous articles described how online technology publications are subverting reality by not correctly echoing the sentiments of the consuming public Part of the cause of this is that usually in a bid to counter the majority of lacklustre stories floating around they subvert reality to make it more interesting How many non-geeks really care about the advantages of modelling parallelism on serial programs with the Intelreg Advisor XE Itrsquos certainly not a typically newsworthy story
As a result an annoying phenomenon has slowly been building momentum This is now quite evident all over the internet and is destroying good journalism The phenomenon is called Link-baiting Our trustworthy source of internet knowledge describes Link-bait(ing) as anything ldquointeresting enough to catch peoplersquos attentionrdquo (httpenwikipediaorgwikiLink_bait)
Link-baiting is synonymous with the sensational cover stories used on the front of magazines to entice people walking past to pick up the magazines and delve into them As with most things from the print
No news is good news
lsquoQuite evident all over the internet and is destroying good
journalismrsquo
By Simon Owusu
technology
TechBit Sio-Bytes
78
provider in America to the tune of US$ 400 million The initial story broke on the PRWEB website and the majority of online publications regurgitated the story with no additional insights such as the implications of such a deal which real journalism would call for None of them bothered to check the sources or the credibility of the story Millions of revenue-generating clicks later the more seasoned online publications such as CNN AllThings D and CNET broke the bigger story that the press release was fake and that both Google and ICOA Wireless had denied the story In a rush to break the story the first rule of journalism was contravened lsquoAlways check your sourcesrsquo
Given the transient nature of any false news stories posted on the internet these days the story quickly disappeared from most of the offending publications and today you will be hard pressed to find any mention of this slip-up The Sentinel we like to think always brings you the truth albeit typed on an iPad Mini so donrsquot count on us to follow such faulty phenomena and trends
online user into clicking on it due to the coincidental name-sharing of the Abbots Langley Cameron Diaz with the famous American actress Every link clicked demonstrates the potential for advertisers to reach larger audiences and generate revenue for the online publications
From the same school as link-baiting comes the phenomenon of lsquofirst past the postrsquo journalism within the advertising-driven online publication world In this type of journalism emphasis is placed on being first to publish or break a news story Online publications that are first to break a news story attract a high amount of traffic (which translates into large revenues generated by advertising) since they are the only source of that particular information for a short space of time Online users have no choice but to visit that particular site if they wish to read the scoop The downside of this is that in a bid to be first to reap the advertising revenues frequently news stories are not properly checked for credibility On Monday 26 November 2012 nearly every online technology publication published the story of Google purchasing ICOA Wireless a Wi-Fi hot-spot
lsquoFrequently news stories are not properly checked for credibilityrsquo
lsquolsquoAlways check your sourcesrsquorsquo
technology79
80classifi eds
81classifi eds
these people in business suits are rushing to check in their business cases Irsquom manoeuvring my 19-metre ski bag between them Strange looks and questions donrsquot surprise me anymore The looks whispers and questions Irsquove had while on trains from one place to the next or on the tram after going to the beach on my way to the indoor slope this summer On the one hand they made me feel like I was some strange creature from another planet but on the other they got me extra stoked up about what Irsquom doing
As I write this itrsquos a week after I checked in my bags and Irsquom sitting in my favourite coffee shop Cuppa Joersquos in Breckenridge Colorado Over the past five days Irsquove been getting up every morning at around 630 am and getting out at around 800am Anyone who knows me will probably raise an eyebrow at this When Irsquom working at home on my photos and stories for the White Freeski Magazine where Irsquom editor-in-chief or on freelance assignments my daily rhythm is completely the opposite But I guess thatrsquos the nice thing about jetlag
Itrsquos hard to describe the feeling of finally getting back
You know that feeling of bubbly excitement you get when you are getting ready to go and do something yoursquove been anticipating for a long long time It might be finally nailing that presentation to finish up university cooking a great dinner for friends or excitement about meeting up with someone
Getting my bags out from the basement after they had been collecting dust for the past eight months prompted those feelings to rush through my veins once again Even though I donrsquot mind being home going to the beach and rehabbing my knee and visiting friends in different countries over the summer all this has taken place in the city and Irsquove been missing the mountains terribly As Irsquom getting my bags out it makes me realise that it really is almost time for me to click into my skis again and breathe in the fresh mountain air
After packing it was finally time to get on my flight to Denver Colorado on Monday morning While all
white outBubbles of Excitement
By Ananda van Welij
Just another girl from a country without mountains addicted to snow
lsquoGo and do something yoursquove been anticipating for a long long timersquo
82sport
have ahead of me this winter Looking forward again instead of being bummed I try to focus on the bright side like I did while I was stuck at home rehabbing and walking on crutches Trying to be inspired by what I see around me and what others do and have instead of being frustrated by it
It makes me wonder about just working and meeting up with friends at home I know I have a privileged life as Irsquom sitting here but isnrsquot this something we all experience in our daily lives It can be hard to sit down let go of the frustration sadness and problems and look forward Itrsquos not always possible to do it overnight but I think that just trying makes you feel better and in the end it allows you to bubble with excitement again no matter if itrsquos for a day of skiing or for finishing that project
My new mission for this season is to stay positive and draw inspiration from the people and things around me Irsquoll let you know how Irsquom doing in three weeksrsquo time
onto my skis after being out for eight months due to a torn MCL Cruising down the hill feeling and hearing the snow crunch under my feet It might sound strange to you but to me itrsquos a special sort of magic I guess it has something to do with the dopamine your body makes while having a great rush of excitement Although Irsquom pretty tired right now and taking a day off from skiing just walking outside and knowing that I can go up the hill any moment I like makes me feel better
Being so excited to be back on the snow after an injury also has a downside It comes in the form of having to hold myself back Since my injury I havenrsquot been jumping or doing any crazy tricks Itrsquos hard seeing all my friends jump and having fun in the park knowing I really shouldnrsquot do any of that stuff yet My mind is screaming ldquoYou can do that toordquo But Irsquom scared of a repeat injury brought on by pushing myself too hard too fast I have to force myself to sit down talk to my friends and listen to their stories of having fun while being genuinely happy for them To enjoy the sun instead of freaking myself out eat some good food have a good laugh and think of all the fun trips I
lsquoExtra stoked up about what Irsquom doingrsquo
lsquoTo me itrsquos a special sort of magicrsquo
83sport
sport84
sport
sport85
sport
Get advice on housing rental contracts and apartments in Amsterdam
wwwwswonennlenglish
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86classifieds
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We have reached the point of the season when the outstanding manager of the first half has his team profiled and receives a pat on the back An overall lead at Xmas more often than not means that the team has peaked during the first half of the season before going on to show signs of weakness This season unusually we have a manager who has led strongly from the very early weeks but who still has a full supply of substitutes in reserve This bodes ill for the other managers as even though he has been professionally hunted down to the point that his lead is now meagre (or even gone by the time this is published) Steven Fockema still holds all the aces given that his reserves remain intact while the chasersrsquo have been used up to varying degrees
Daft3Punks
GK Tim Krul (newcastle United) 25m ndash Out injured from the beginning of September until the end of November No proper form assessment possible so far this season and his team are in apparent gradual creep towards the relegation zone Rating 825
deF Jose enrique (Liverpool) 35m ndash At a work-in-progress team Now playing regularly as a midfielder and showing positive form Rating 85
deF daniel Agger (Liverpool) 4m ndash Still more bluster and posing than glory Rating 825
deF Winston Reid (West Ham) 1m ndash Doing New Zealand proud in the Premier League at his price West Ham may not secure a greater number of clean sheets in the second half of the season however Rating 80
deF Jan Vertonghen (Tottenham Hotspur) 45m ndash Handsome driving Belgian vanilla One of the stars of the season thus far Rating 90
mId Gareth Bale (Tottenham Hotspur) 55m ndash The most impressive individual player in the current Premier League Rating 915
mId michu (Swansea city) 2m ndash Incredible value at his price A natural goal-scorer extraordinaire who also gets around and shows versatility Rating 90
mId Yaya Toure (manchester city) 45m ndash Nowhere close to his form of the previous season even if that can change in the second half of this one Rating 850
FWd Fabio Borini (Liverpool) 3m ndash Tipped here to eventually do well but long-term injury befell him just at the time he was settling into his new team and system Rating 80
FWd olivier Giroud (Arsenal) 45m ndash Has been nudging levels above average of late Rating 850
FWd Papiss cisse (newcastle United) 5m ndash Another player showing an astonishing fall from the excellence of the final third of the previous season Newcastle United appear to need re-styling quickly Rating 825
overall rating 9340 (max 100)
The New Year will only bring fireworks given the keen match-up between FFG-CL managers
By Denson Pierre
The Gold Room
88
sport
89sport
wwwczechtourismcom
CZECH REPUBLIC - STUNNINGLY DIFFERENT
90
classifi eds
We find the best most fun most typical exciting or local favourite restaurants etcetera in Amsterdam and bring them to you an easy way to feel like a local
Het Compagnie Theater Amsterdam 12122012
Recommended
70recommended
EUROGIFTSXenonweg 9 3812 SZ Amersfoort
Tel 033 - 454 35 75 - Fax 033 - 454 35 79E-mail lmproefeurogiftsnl
Website wwweurogiftsnl
FILMPROEF
ORDERNUMMER 6021022ARTIKELNUMMER 65123
Ware grootte (indien uitgeprint)Kleur opdruk Wit
Mulligans Irish Music BarAmsterdamrsquos best address for live Irish music Five (5) nights a week Check our agenda for upcoming sessions
Cafeacute KostverlorenCafeacute Kostverloren is a contemporary cafe offering the cosiness of a saloon an open kitchen and the intimacy of a living room During summer there is a large sunny terrace and during winter an open fi replace
VibesVibes is a relaxing cafecocktail bar art gallery with a large selection of coffees herbal teas homemade cakes and an amazing card of cocktails made with fresh fruit by a professional cocktail bartenderEnjoy our Italian kitchen in a cosy and friendly atmosphere
IncantoIncanto is a restaurant with a classic Italian kitchen Venetian chef Simone Ambrosin is known for his pure and simple style of cooking with feeling for nuance The wine list contains over 150 Italian wines
Planet RosePlanet Rose is the fi rst Caribbean restaurant in the Netherlands which specializes in Jamaican cuisine The menu features a daily changing selection of JamaicanCaribbean dishes and they ensure that you enjoy the whole expe-rience while dining with them
Cafe TisfrisCafe Tisfris is recognisable for its landmarks funky pillars and terrace Tisfris offers a friendly service and is a great pit stop for ldquoyummyrdquo refreshments
Cafe restaurant EdelCafe restaurant Edel is the perfect place for lunch dinner or to simply enjoy a drink Edel is a unique place in Amsterdam
Cafeacute OportoCafeacute Oporto is a traditional Amsterdam lsquobrown cafersquo Welcoming tourists and regular customers alike they offer televised sports wireless internet connection and a wide range of reasonably priced beers and spirits
Connoisseurs Delight Fun Drinking amp MusicTo Be Seen and Tasted
To Be Seen and Tasted
Fun Drinking amp Music
Connoisseurs Delight
Connoisseurs Delight
To Be Seen and Tasted
Neighbourhood cosy
Opera Prima - Patisserie Bistro TraiteurThe best place in town for lunch exquisite high teas or brunches and all of your luxury catering both private and corporate
Kinkerstraat 228 Amsterdamwwwoperaprimanl
St Antoniebreestraat 142 Amsterdamwwwtisfrisnl
Postjesweg 1 1057 DT Amsterdamwwwedelamsterdamnl
Zoutsteeg 1 1012 LX Amsterdamwwwcafeoportonethome
Amstel 100 1017 AC Amsterdamwwwmulligansnl
2e Kostverlorenkade 70 Amsterdamwwwcafekostverlorennl
Jan Pieter Heijestraat 137 Amsterdamwwwwixcomvibes137vibes
Amstel 2 Amsterdamwwwrestaurant-incantonl
Nicolaas Beetsstraat 47 Amsterdamwwwplanetroseinfo
71recommended
Answer to sentinelpostgmailcom
Where is this inAmsterdam
72spotted
Room 2cfilm
This is the one that will make you pause James Stewart one of my top ten actors of all time plays a businessman fighting to keep his life and family together while everything is crashing down around him In steps an lsquoangelrsquo to try and convince him that life is not as bad as it seems and that other people would be a lot worse off without him Probably the highest rated film Irsquove ever reviewed and one of the most Christmas-delicious I know
Could you walk 2400 kilometres while being pursued with little more than a longing to return to your homeland and mother to keep you and your dependant companions going Would you do this twice This utterly moving film highlights the true-life Australian apartheid practices of the twentieth century and the trauma it caused to native Australians The barren landscapes provide the perfect backdrop for compelling cinema-tography and its dryness will be irrigated by your tears
By David King
By dpmotions
Itrsquos a Wonderful Life (1946)
Rabbit-Proof Fence (2002)
73room2c
74trends
lsquoFacebook in particular is responsible for exacerbating unspoken competitivenessrsquo
By Dirkje Bakker-Pierre
Trends in the food industry are moving faster than lightning and are harder and harder to keep up with When you are all geared up to create your own artsy cupcakes all of a sudden cupcakes are out and macaroons are the flavour of the day
Sweat dripping and cheeks burning with stress levels going through the roof women all around the country have been toiling night and day to create just the right pimped-up cakes (completely covered in layers of pink and red marzipan tiny silver sugar balls and rose petals made from feather-light sugar) which look like they come from one of the newly popped-up cupcake shops Facebook in particular is responsible for exacerbating unspoken competitiveness due to images being posted of better looking and prettier cakes just after you posted your own in comparison pretty sad creations forcing you back into the kitchen to try again
One day itrsquos cutting out names from layers of chocolate the next itrsquos squirting curls and swirls of rainbow colours or grating organic carrots for the rather awkward lsquohealthyrsquo version the carrot cupcake
Shops have adjusted their aisles to make way for endless shelves of specialised products in all ranges of sweetness and multicoloured cuteness shapes tools mixtures and machines It is a whole world of custom products which just keeps growing and changing and you need to keep up with it all or risk being hopelessly left behind There are pink-coloured cook books workshops websites self-help groups and neglected overweight children crying for something non-sweet for once
But then after all your attempts and when you finally think you have achieved perfection before you know it you make a complete fool of yourself by serving the wrong type of sweet and colourful titbits because a new trend has already arrived That really makes you feel like a macaroon
All Caked Out
75trends
Winter solstice is an exciting time of year when we all start dreaming of more sun more light and more inspiration Continuing the gemstone theme I would like to draw your attention to the very lovely and sparkling sunstone also known as heliolite It is the official gemstone of the US state of Oregon which is a prime source for this beautiful gem The name heliolite is derived from the Greek lsquoheliosrsquo and lsquolithosrsquo which mean lsquosunrsquo and lsquostonersquo It was first discovered in Viking burial mounds but despite its long history is not found in abundance
Sunstone is metallic in appearance and comes in red orange or green colours However cleaner red sunstone is very rare and commands proper gemstone prices The stone is a composite of oligoclase feldspar which also contains hematite or goethite The presence of hematite or goethite gives the stone its ability to reflect light hence the name sunstone Sunstone is said to be an inspiration stone able to bestow freedom independence and happiness It also said to reduce fear alleviate stress and bring good luck in any game of chance This sparkly stone has a further use in healing and is believed to endow its wearers with enhanced self-healing powers Other properties
Shine
By Evelina Kvartunaite
ndash
lsquoDreaming of more sun more light and more inspirationrsquo
ndash
include stimulating the vegetative autonomic nervous system and enhancing the harmonious functioning of all the bodyrsquos organs It is also quite helpful in cases of exhaustion due to lack of sleep
The gemstone is used to treat chronic sore throats and relieves pain caused by stomach ulcers It has proved successful in alleviating Seasonal Affective Disorder (or SAD) and is also known for relieving cartilage problems rheumatism and general aches and pains Sunstone helps in dealing with depression and frees its wearers from feelings of discrimination and failure as well as from perceptions of an lsquoevil worldrsquo Sunstone increases a personrsquos sense of self-esteem and self-worth
Sunstone is particularly beneficial when used in sunshine or sunlight It brings abundance to a personrsquos life and transforms negative energy into positive energy
If you have any other helpful tips you would like to share please let me know at evelinakvartunaiteconsultancymarketmediacom
76health amp well-being
ndash
lsquoBestow freedom independence and happinessrsquo
ndash
ndash
lsquoIt has proved successful in alleviating Seasonal Affective
Disorderrsquo
ndash
77health amp well-being
world this lsquotrickeryrsquo has moved online With todayrsquos short attention spans the potential to draw users to a website and retain them is a crucial skill which is rewarded by the revenue that can be generated based on how long a user stays on a website Link-baiting should have been foreseen since it is inevitable
Every click on a website is a revenue-generating moment in terms of advertising The amount of adverts to which you can expose an online user as they click to and through your website is the currency used to determine whether an advertising agency spends its budget on one publication over another Real journalism and insightful opinions once drove online traffic for web publications but link-baiting is now seriously derailing this approach
Most of the time the story behind the sensational link does not live up to expectations A typical example of this can be found in the online edition of the Watford Observer on Tuesday 31 July 2012 The link-bait read ldquoCameron Diaz vows to kick drug habit with help of stepdadrdquo However following the link or falling for the bait led to the underwhelming story ldquoDrug user Cameron Diaz of Broomfield Rise Abbots Langley has sworn to clean up his act with the help of his stepfatherrdquo Although the story was factually correct the intention of the publication was to trick the
One of my previous articles described how online technology publications are subverting reality by not correctly echoing the sentiments of the consuming public Part of the cause of this is that usually in a bid to counter the majority of lacklustre stories floating around they subvert reality to make it more interesting How many non-geeks really care about the advantages of modelling parallelism on serial programs with the Intelreg Advisor XE Itrsquos certainly not a typically newsworthy story
As a result an annoying phenomenon has slowly been building momentum This is now quite evident all over the internet and is destroying good journalism The phenomenon is called Link-baiting Our trustworthy source of internet knowledge describes Link-bait(ing) as anything ldquointeresting enough to catch peoplersquos attentionrdquo (httpenwikipediaorgwikiLink_bait)
Link-baiting is synonymous with the sensational cover stories used on the front of magazines to entice people walking past to pick up the magazines and delve into them As with most things from the print
No news is good news
lsquoQuite evident all over the internet and is destroying good
journalismrsquo
By Simon Owusu
technology
TechBit Sio-Bytes
78
provider in America to the tune of US$ 400 million The initial story broke on the PRWEB website and the majority of online publications regurgitated the story with no additional insights such as the implications of such a deal which real journalism would call for None of them bothered to check the sources or the credibility of the story Millions of revenue-generating clicks later the more seasoned online publications such as CNN AllThings D and CNET broke the bigger story that the press release was fake and that both Google and ICOA Wireless had denied the story In a rush to break the story the first rule of journalism was contravened lsquoAlways check your sourcesrsquo
Given the transient nature of any false news stories posted on the internet these days the story quickly disappeared from most of the offending publications and today you will be hard pressed to find any mention of this slip-up The Sentinel we like to think always brings you the truth albeit typed on an iPad Mini so donrsquot count on us to follow such faulty phenomena and trends
online user into clicking on it due to the coincidental name-sharing of the Abbots Langley Cameron Diaz with the famous American actress Every link clicked demonstrates the potential for advertisers to reach larger audiences and generate revenue for the online publications
From the same school as link-baiting comes the phenomenon of lsquofirst past the postrsquo journalism within the advertising-driven online publication world In this type of journalism emphasis is placed on being first to publish or break a news story Online publications that are first to break a news story attract a high amount of traffic (which translates into large revenues generated by advertising) since they are the only source of that particular information for a short space of time Online users have no choice but to visit that particular site if they wish to read the scoop The downside of this is that in a bid to be first to reap the advertising revenues frequently news stories are not properly checked for credibility On Monday 26 November 2012 nearly every online technology publication published the story of Google purchasing ICOA Wireless a Wi-Fi hot-spot
lsquoFrequently news stories are not properly checked for credibilityrsquo
lsquolsquoAlways check your sourcesrsquorsquo
technology79
80classifi eds
81classifi eds
these people in business suits are rushing to check in their business cases Irsquom manoeuvring my 19-metre ski bag between them Strange looks and questions donrsquot surprise me anymore The looks whispers and questions Irsquove had while on trains from one place to the next or on the tram after going to the beach on my way to the indoor slope this summer On the one hand they made me feel like I was some strange creature from another planet but on the other they got me extra stoked up about what Irsquom doing
As I write this itrsquos a week after I checked in my bags and Irsquom sitting in my favourite coffee shop Cuppa Joersquos in Breckenridge Colorado Over the past five days Irsquove been getting up every morning at around 630 am and getting out at around 800am Anyone who knows me will probably raise an eyebrow at this When Irsquom working at home on my photos and stories for the White Freeski Magazine where Irsquom editor-in-chief or on freelance assignments my daily rhythm is completely the opposite But I guess thatrsquos the nice thing about jetlag
Itrsquos hard to describe the feeling of finally getting back
You know that feeling of bubbly excitement you get when you are getting ready to go and do something yoursquove been anticipating for a long long time It might be finally nailing that presentation to finish up university cooking a great dinner for friends or excitement about meeting up with someone
Getting my bags out from the basement after they had been collecting dust for the past eight months prompted those feelings to rush through my veins once again Even though I donrsquot mind being home going to the beach and rehabbing my knee and visiting friends in different countries over the summer all this has taken place in the city and Irsquove been missing the mountains terribly As Irsquom getting my bags out it makes me realise that it really is almost time for me to click into my skis again and breathe in the fresh mountain air
After packing it was finally time to get on my flight to Denver Colorado on Monday morning While all
white outBubbles of Excitement
By Ananda van Welij
Just another girl from a country without mountains addicted to snow
lsquoGo and do something yoursquove been anticipating for a long long timersquo
82sport
have ahead of me this winter Looking forward again instead of being bummed I try to focus on the bright side like I did while I was stuck at home rehabbing and walking on crutches Trying to be inspired by what I see around me and what others do and have instead of being frustrated by it
It makes me wonder about just working and meeting up with friends at home I know I have a privileged life as Irsquom sitting here but isnrsquot this something we all experience in our daily lives It can be hard to sit down let go of the frustration sadness and problems and look forward Itrsquos not always possible to do it overnight but I think that just trying makes you feel better and in the end it allows you to bubble with excitement again no matter if itrsquos for a day of skiing or for finishing that project
My new mission for this season is to stay positive and draw inspiration from the people and things around me Irsquoll let you know how Irsquom doing in three weeksrsquo time
onto my skis after being out for eight months due to a torn MCL Cruising down the hill feeling and hearing the snow crunch under my feet It might sound strange to you but to me itrsquos a special sort of magic I guess it has something to do with the dopamine your body makes while having a great rush of excitement Although Irsquom pretty tired right now and taking a day off from skiing just walking outside and knowing that I can go up the hill any moment I like makes me feel better
Being so excited to be back on the snow after an injury also has a downside It comes in the form of having to hold myself back Since my injury I havenrsquot been jumping or doing any crazy tricks Itrsquos hard seeing all my friends jump and having fun in the park knowing I really shouldnrsquot do any of that stuff yet My mind is screaming ldquoYou can do that toordquo But Irsquom scared of a repeat injury brought on by pushing myself too hard too fast I have to force myself to sit down talk to my friends and listen to their stories of having fun while being genuinely happy for them To enjoy the sun instead of freaking myself out eat some good food have a good laugh and think of all the fun trips I
lsquoExtra stoked up about what Irsquom doingrsquo
lsquoTo me itrsquos a special sort of magicrsquo
83sport
sport84
sport
sport85
sport
Get advice on housing rental contracts and apartments in Amsterdam
wwwwswonennlenglish
wwwconsultancymarketmediacom
- Account Manager Market Media- (Internship) International Marketing Executive
we are looking for
86classifieds
87classifieds
We have reached the point of the season when the outstanding manager of the first half has his team profiled and receives a pat on the back An overall lead at Xmas more often than not means that the team has peaked during the first half of the season before going on to show signs of weakness This season unusually we have a manager who has led strongly from the very early weeks but who still has a full supply of substitutes in reserve This bodes ill for the other managers as even though he has been professionally hunted down to the point that his lead is now meagre (or even gone by the time this is published) Steven Fockema still holds all the aces given that his reserves remain intact while the chasersrsquo have been used up to varying degrees
Daft3Punks
GK Tim Krul (newcastle United) 25m ndash Out injured from the beginning of September until the end of November No proper form assessment possible so far this season and his team are in apparent gradual creep towards the relegation zone Rating 825
deF Jose enrique (Liverpool) 35m ndash At a work-in-progress team Now playing regularly as a midfielder and showing positive form Rating 85
deF daniel Agger (Liverpool) 4m ndash Still more bluster and posing than glory Rating 825
deF Winston Reid (West Ham) 1m ndash Doing New Zealand proud in the Premier League at his price West Ham may not secure a greater number of clean sheets in the second half of the season however Rating 80
deF Jan Vertonghen (Tottenham Hotspur) 45m ndash Handsome driving Belgian vanilla One of the stars of the season thus far Rating 90
mId Gareth Bale (Tottenham Hotspur) 55m ndash The most impressive individual player in the current Premier League Rating 915
mId michu (Swansea city) 2m ndash Incredible value at his price A natural goal-scorer extraordinaire who also gets around and shows versatility Rating 90
mId Yaya Toure (manchester city) 45m ndash Nowhere close to his form of the previous season even if that can change in the second half of this one Rating 850
FWd Fabio Borini (Liverpool) 3m ndash Tipped here to eventually do well but long-term injury befell him just at the time he was settling into his new team and system Rating 80
FWd olivier Giroud (Arsenal) 45m ndash Has been nudging levels above average of late Rating 850
FWd Papiss cisse (newcastle United) 5m ndash Another player showing an astonishing fall from the excellence of the final third of the previous season Newcastle United appear to need re-styling quickly Rating 825
overall rating 9340 (max 100)
The New Year will only bring fireworks given the keen match-up between FFG-CL managers
By Denson Pierre
The Gold Room
88
sport
89sport
wwwczechtourismcom
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90
classifi eds
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Cafeacute KostverlorenCafeacute Kostverloren is a contemporary cafe offering the cosiness of a saloon an open kitchen and the intimacy of a living room During summer there is a large sunny terrace and during winter an open fi replace
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IncantoIncanto is a restaurant with a classic Italian kitchen Venetian chef Simone Ambrosin is known for his pure and simple style of cooking with feeling for nuance The wine list contains over 150 Italian wines
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Cafe TisfrisCafe Tisfris is recognisable for its landmarks funky pillars and terrace Tisfris offers a friendly service and is a great pit stop for ldquoyummyrdquo refreshments
Cafe restaurant EdelCafe restaurant Edel is the perfect place for lunch dinner or to simply enjoy a drink Edel is a unique place in Amsterdam
Cafeacute OportoCafeacute Oporto is a traditional Amsterdam lsquobrown cafersquo Welcoming tourists and regular customers alike they offer televised sports wireless internet connection and a wide range of reasonably priced beers and spirits
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71recommended
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72spotted
Room 2cfilm
This is the one that will make you pause James Stewart one of my top ten actors of all time plays a businessman fighting to keep his life and family together while everything is crashing down around him In steps an lsquoangelrsquo to try and convince him that life is not as bad as it seems and that other people would be a lot worse off without him Probably the highest rated film Irsquove ever reviewed and one of the most Christmas-delicious I know
Could you walk 2400 kilometres while being pursued with little more than a longing to return to your homeland and mother to keep you and your dependant companions going Would you do this twice This utterly moving film highlights the true-life Australian apartheid practices of the twentieth century and the trauma it caused to native Australians The barren landscapes provide the perfect backdrop for compelling cinema-tography and its dryness will be irrigated by your tears
By David King
By dpmotions
Itrsquos a Wonderful Life (1946)
Rabbit-Proof Fence (2002)
73room2c
74trends
lsquoFacebook in particular is responsible for exacerbating unspoken competitivenessrsquo
By Dirkje Bakker-Pierre
Trends in the food industry are moving faster than lightning and are harder and harder to keep up with When you are all geared up to create your own artsy cupcakes all of a sudden cupcakes are out and macaroons are the flavour of the day
Sweat dripping and cheeks burning with stress levels going through the roof women all around the country have been toiling night and day to create just the right pimped-up cakes (completely covered in layers of pink and red marzipan tiny silver sugar balls and rose petals made from feather-light sugar) which look like they come from one of the newly popped-up cupcake shops Facebook in particular is responsible for exacerbating unspoken competitiveness due to images being posted of better looking and prettier cakes just after you posted your own in comparison pretty sad creations forcing you back into the kitchen to try again
One day itrsquos cutting out names from layers of chocolate the next itrsquos squirting curls and swirls of rainbow colours or grating organic carrots for the rather awkward lsquohealthyrsquo version the carrot cupcake
Shops have adjusted their aisles to make way for endless shelves of specialised products in all ranges of sweetness and multicoloured cuteness shapes tools mixtures and machines It is a whole world of custom products which just keeps growing and changing and you need to keep up with it all or risk being hopelessly left behind There are pink-coloured cook books workshops websites self-help groups and neglected overweight children crying for something non-sweet for once
But then after all your attempts and when you finally think you have achieved perfection before you know it you make a complete fool of yourself by serving the wrong type of sweet and colourful titbits because a new trend has already arrived That really makes you feel like a macaroon
All Caked Out
75trends
Winter solstice is an exciting time of year when we all start dreaming of more sun more light and more inspiration Continuing the gemstone theme I would like to draw your attention to the very lovely and sparkling sunstone also known as heliolite It is the official gemstone of the US state of Oregon which is a prime source for this beautiful gem The name heliolite is derived from the Greek lsquoheliosrsquo and lsquolithosrsquo which mean lsquosunrsquo and lsquostonersquo It was first discovered in Viking burial mounds but despite its long history is not found in abundance
Sunstone is metallic in appearance and comes in red orange or green colours However cleaner red sunstone is very rare and commands proper gemstone prices The stone is a composite of oligoclase feldspar which also contains hematite or goethite The presence of hematite or goethite gives the stone its ability to reflect light hence the name sunstone Sunstone is said to be an inspiration stone able to bestow freedom independence and happiness It also said to reduce fear alleviate stress and bring good luck in any game of chance This sparkly stone has a further use in healing and is believed to endow its wearers with enhanced self-healing powers Other properties
Shine
By Evelina Kvartunaite
ndash
lsquoDreaming of more sun more light and more inspirationrsquo
ndash
include stimulating the vegetative autonomic nervous system and enhancing the harmonious functioning of all the bodyrsquos organs It is also quite helpful in cases of exhaustion due to lack of sleep
The gemstone is used to treat chronic sore throats and relieves pain caused by stomach ulcers It has proved successful in alleviating Seasonal Affective Disorder (or SAD) and is also known for relieving cartilage problems rheumatism and general aches and pains Sunstone helps in dealing with depression and frees its wearers from feelings of discrimination and failure as well as from perceptions of an lsquoevil worldrsquo Sunstone increases a personrsquos sense of self-esteem and self-worth
Sunstone is particularly beneficial when used in sunshine or sunlight It brings abundance to a personrsquos life and transforms negative energy into positive energy
If you have any other helpful tips you would like to share please let me know at evelinakvartunaiteconsultancymarketmediacom
76health amp well-being
ndash
lsquoBestow freedom independence and happinessrsquo
ndash
ndash
lsquoIt has proved successful in alleviating Seasonal Affective
Disorderrsquo
ndash
77health amp well-being
world this lsquotrickeryrsquo has moved online With todayrsquos short attention spans the potential to draw users to a website and retain them is a crucial skill which is rewarded by the revenue that can be generated based on how long a user stays on a website Link-baiting should have been foreseen since it is inevitable
Every click on a website is a revenue-generating moment in terms of advertising The amount of adverts to which you can expose an online user as they click to and through your website is the currency used to determine whether an advertising agency spends its budget on one publication over another Real journalism and insightful opinions once drove online traffic for web publications but link-baiting is now seriously derailing this approach
Most of the time the story behind the sensational link does not live up to expectations A typical example of this can be found in the online edition of the Watford Observer on Tuesday 31 July 2012 The link-bait read ldquoCameron Diaz vows to kick drug habit with help of stepdadrdquo However following the link or falling for the bait led to the underwhelming story ldquoDrug user Cameron Diaz of Broomfield Rise Abbots Langley has sworn to clean up his act with the help of his stepfatherrdquo Although the story was factually correct the intention of the publication was to trick the
One of my previous articles described how online technology publications are subverting reality by not correctly echoing the sentiments of the consuming public Part of the cause of this is that usually in a bid to counter the majority of lacklustre stories floating around they subvert reality to make it more interesting How many non-geeks really care about the advantages of modelling parallelism on serial programs with the Intelreg Advisor XE Itrsquos certainly not a typically newsworthy story
As a result an annoying phenomenon has slowly been building momentum This is now quite evident all over the internet and is destroying good journalism The phenomenon is called Link-baiting Our trustworthy source of internet knowledge describes Link-bait(ing) as anything ldquointeresting enough to catch peoplersquos attentionrdquo (httpenwikipediaorgwikiLink_bait)
Link-baiting is synonymous with the sensational cover stories used on the front of magazines to entice people walking past to pick up the magazines and delve into them As with most things from the print
No news is good news
lsquoQuite evident all over the internet and is destroying good
journalismrsquo
By Simon Owusu
technology
TechBit Sio-Bytes
78
provider in America to the tune of US$ 400 million The initial story broke on the PRWEB website and the majority of online publications regurgitated the story with no additional insights such as the implications of such a deal which real journalism would call for None of them bothered to check the sources or the credibility of the story Millions of revenue-generating clicks later the more seasoned online publications such as CNN AllThings D and CNET broke the bigger story that the press release was fake and that both Google and ICOA Wireless had denied the story In a rush to break the story the first rule of journalism was contravened lsquoAlways check your sourcesrsquo
Given the transient nature of any false news stories posted on the internet these days the story quickly disappeared from most of the offending publications and today you will be hard pressed to find any mention of this slip-up The Sentinel we like to think always brings you the truth albeit typed on an iPad Mini so donrsquot count on us to follow such faulty phenomena and trends
online user into clicking on it due to the coincidental name-sharing of the Abbots Langley Cameron Diaz with the famous American actress Every link clicked demonstrates the potential for advertisers to reach larger audiences and generate revenue for the online publications
From the same school as link-baiting comes the phenomenon of lsquofirst past the postrsquo journalism within the advertising-driven online publication world In this type of journalism emphasis is placed on being first to publish or break a news story Online publications that are first to break a news story attract a high amount of traffic (which translates into large revenues generated by advertising) since they are the only source of that particular information for a short space of time Online users have no choice but to visit that particular site if they wish to read the scoop The downside of this is that in a bid to be first to reap the advertising revenues frequently news stories are not properly checked for credibility On Monday 26 November 2012 nearly every online technology publication published the story of Google purchasing ICOA Wireless a Wi-Fi hot-spot
lsquoFrequently news stories are not properly checked for credibilityrsquo
lsquolsquoAlways check your sourcesrsquorsquo
technology79
80classifi eds
81classifi eds
these people in business suits are rushing to check in their business cases Irsquom manoeuvring my 19-metre ski bag between them Strange looks and questions donrsquot surprise me anymore The looks whispers and questions Irsquove had while on trains from one place to the next or on the tram after going to the beach on my way to the indoor slope this summer On the one hand they made me feel like I was some strange creature from another planet but on the other they got me extra stoked up about what Irsquom doing
As I write this itrsquos a week after I checked in my bags and Irsquom sitting in my favourite coffee shop Cuppa Joersquos in Breckenridge Colorado Over the past five days Irsquove been getting up every morning at around 630 am and getting out at around 800am Anyone who knows me will probably raise an eyebrow at this When Irsquom working at home on my photos and stories for the White Freeski Magazine where Irsquom editor-in-chief or on freelance assignments my daily rhythm is completely the opposite But I guess thatrsquos the nice thing about jetlag
Itrsquos hard to describe the feeling of finally getting back
You know that feeling of bubbly excitement you get when you are getting ready to go and do something yoursquove been anticipating for a long long time It might be finally nailing that presentation to finish up university cooking a great dinner for friends or excitement about meeting up with someone
Getting my bags out from the basement after they had been collecting dust for the past eight months prompted those feelings to rush through my veins once again Even though I donrsquot mind being home going to the beach and rehabbing my knee and visiting friends in different countries over the summer all this has taken place in the city and Irsquove been missing the mountains terribly As Irsquom getting my bags out it makes me realise that it really is almost time for me to click into my skis again and breathe in the fresh mountain air
After packing it was finally time to get on my flight to Denver Colorado on Monday morning While all
white outBubbles of Excitement
By Ananda van Welij
Just another girl from a country without mountains addicted to snow
lsquoGo and do something yoursquove been anticipating for a long long timersquo
82sport
have ahead of me this winter Looking forward again instead of being bummed I try to focus on the bright side like I did while I was stuck at home rehabbing and walking on crutches Trying to be inspired by what I see around me and what others do and have instead of being frustrated by it
It makes me wonder about just working and meeting up with friends at home I know I have a privileged life as Irsquom sitting here but isnrsquot this something we all experience in our daily lives It can be hard to sit down let go of the frustration sadness and problems and look forward Itrsquos not always possible to do it overnight but I think that just trying makes you feel better and in the end it allows you to bubble with excitement again no matter if itrsquos for a day of skiing or for finishing that project
My new mission for this season is to stay positive and draw inspiration from the people and things around me Irsquoll let you know how Irsquom doing in three weeksrsquo time
onto my skis after being out for eight months due to a torn MCL Cruising down the hill feeling and hearing the snow crunch under my feet It might sound strange to you but to me itrsquos a special sort of magic I guess it has something to do with the dopamine your body makes while having a great rush of excitement Although Irsquom pretty tired right now and taking a day off from skiing just walking outside and knowing that I can go up the hill any moment I like makes me feel better
Being so excited to be back on the snow after an injury also has a downside It comes in the form of having to hold myself back Since my injury I havenrsquot been jumping or doing any crazy tricks Itrsquos hard seeing all my friends jump and having fun in the park knowing I really shouldnrsquot do any of that stuff yet My mind is screaming ldquoYou can do that toordquo But Irsquom scared of a repeat injury brought on by pushing myself too hard too fast I have to force myself to sit down talk to my friends and listen to their stories of having fun while being genuinely happy for them To enjoy the sun instead of freaking myself out eat some good food have a good laugh and think of all the fun trips I
lsquoExtra stoked up about what Irsquom doingrsquo
lsquoTo me itrsquos a special sort of magicrsquo
83sport
sport84
sport
sport85
sport
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We have reached the point of the season when the outstanding manager of the first half has his team profiled and receives a pat on the back An overall lead at Xmas more often than not means that the team has peaked during the first half of the season before going on to show signs of weakness This season unusually we have a manager who has led strongly from the very early weeks but who still has a full supply of substitutes in reserve This bodes ill for the other managers as even though he has been professionally hunted down to the point that his lead is now meagre (or even gone by the time this is published) Steven Fockema still holds all the aces given that his reserves remain intact while the chasersrsquo have been used up to varying degrees
Daft3Punks
GK Tim Krul (newcastle United) 25m ndash Out injured from the beginning of September until the end of November No proper form assessment possible so far this season and his team are in apparent gradual creep towards the relegation zone Rating 825
deF Jose enrique (Liverpool) 35m ndash At a work-in-progress team Now playing regularly as a midfielder and showing positive form Rating 85
deF daniel Agger (Liverpool) 4m ndash Still more bluster and posing than glory Rating 825
deF Winston Reid (West Ham) 1m ndash Doing New Zealand proud in the Premier League at his price West Ham may not secure a greater number of clean sheets in the second half of the season however Rating 80
deF Jan Vertonghen (Tottenham Hotspur) 45m ndash Handsome driving Belgian vanilla One of the stars of the season thus far Rating 90
mId Gareth Bale (Tottenham Hotspur) 55m ndash The most impressive individual player in the current Premier League Rating 915
mId michu (Swansea city) 2m ndash Incredible value at his price A natural goal-scorer extraordinaire who also gets around and shows versatility Rating 90
mId Yaya Toure (manchester city) 45m ndash Nowhere close to his form of the previous season even if that can change in the second half of this one Rating 850
FWd Fabio Borini (Liverpool) 3m ndash Tipped here to eventually do well but long-term injury befell him just at the time he was settling into his new team and system Rating 80
FWd olivier Giroud (Arsenal) 45m ndash Has been nudging levels above average of late Rating 850
FWd Papiss cisse (newcastle United) 5m ndash Another player showing an astonishing fall from the excellence of the final third of the previous season Newcastle United appear to need re-styling quickly Rating 825
overall rating 9340 (max 100)
The New Year will only bring fireworks given the keen match-up between FFG-CL managers
By Denson Pierre
The Gold Room
88
sport
89sport
wwwczechtourismcom
CZECH REPUBLIC - STUNNINGLY DIFFERENT
90
classifi eds
Answer to sentinelpostgmailcom
Where is this inAmsterdam
72spotted
Room 2cfilm
This is the one that will make you pause James Stewart one of my top ten actors of all time plays a businessman fighting to keep his life and family together while everything is crashing down around him In steps an lsquoangelrsquo to try and convince him that life is not as bad as it seems and that other people would be a lot worse off without him Probably the highest rated film Irsquove ever reviewed and one of the most Christmas-delicious I know
Could you walk 2400 kilometres while being pursued with little more than a longing to return to your homeland and mother to keep you and your dependant companions going Would you do this twice This utterly moving film highlights the true-life Australian apartheid practices of the twentieth century and the trauma it caused to native Australians The barren landscapes provide the perfect backdrop for compelling cinema-tography and its dryness will be irrigated by your tears
By David King
By dpmotions
Itrsquos a Wonderful Life (1946)
Rabbit-Proof Fence (2002)
73room2c
74trends
lsquoFacebook in particular is responsible for exacerbating unspoken competitivenessrsquo
By Dirkje Bakker-Pierre
Trends in the food industry are moving faster than lightning and are harder and harder to keep up with When you are all geared up to create your own artsy cupcakes all of a sudden cupcakes are out and macaroons are the flavour of the day
Sweat dripping and cheeks burning with stress levels going through the roof women all around the country have been toiling night and day to create just the right pimped-up cakes (completely covered in layers of pink and red marzipan tiny silver sugar balls and rose petals made from feather-light sugar) which look like they come from one of the newly popped-up cupcake shops Facebook in particular is responsible for exacerbating unspoken competitiveness due to images being posted of better looking and prettier cakes just after you posted your own in comparison pretty sad creations forcing you back into the kitchen to try again
One day itrsquos cutting out names from layers of chocolate the next itrsquos squirting curls and swirls of rainbow colours or grating organic carrots for the rather awkward lsquohealthyrsquo version the carrot cupcake
Shops have adjusted their aisles to make way for endless shelves of specialised products in all ranges of sweetness and multicoloured cuteness shapes tools mixtures and machines It is a whole world of custom products which just keeps growing and changing and you need to keep up with it all or risk being hopelessly left behind There are pink-coloured cook books workshops websites self-help groups and neglected overweight children crying for something non-sweet for once
But then after all your attempts and when you finally think you have achieved perfection before you know it you make a complete fool of yourself by serving the wrong type of sweet and colourful titbits because a new trend has already arrived That really makes you feel like a macaroon
All Caked Out
75trends
Winter solstice is an exciting time of year when we all start dreaming of more sun more light and more inspiration Continuing the gemstone theme I would like to draw your attention to the very lovely and sparkling sunstone also known as heliolite It is the official gemstone of the US state of Oregon which is a prime source for this beautiful gem The name heliolite is derived from the Greek lsquoheliosrsquo and lsquolithosrsquo which mean lsquosunrsquo and lsquostonersquo It was first discovered in Viking burial mounds but despite its long history is not found in abundance
Sunstone is metallic in appearance and comes in red orange or green colours However cleaner red sunstone is very rare and commands proper gemstone prices The stone is a composite of oligoclase feldspar which also contains hematite or goethite The presence of hematite or goethite gives the stone its ability to reflect light hence the name sunstone Sunstone is said to be an inspiration stone able to bestow freedom independence and happiness It also said to reduce fear alleviate stress and bring good luck in any game of chance This sparkly stone has a further use in healing and is believed to endow its wearers with enhanced self-healing powers Other properties
Shine
By Evelina Kvartunaite
ndash
lsquoDreaming of more sun more light and more inspirationrsquo
ndash
include stimulating the vegetative autonomic nervous system and enhancing the harmonious functioning of all the bodyrsquos organs It is also quite helpful in cases of exhaustion due to lack of sleep
The gemstone is used to treat chronic sore throats and relieves pain caused by stomach ulcers It has proved successful in alleviating Seasonal Affective Disorder (or SAD) and is also known for relieving cartilage problems rheumatism and general aches and pains Sunstone helps in dealing with depression and frees its wearers from feelings of discrimination and failure as well as from perceptions of an lsquoevil worldrsquo Sunstone increases a personrsquos sense of self-esteem and self-worth
Sunstone is particularly beneficial when used in sunshine or sunlight It brings abundance to a personrsquos life and transforms negative energy into positive energy
If you have any other helpful tips you would like to share please let me know at evelinakvartunaiteconsultancymarketmediacom
76health amp well-being
ndash
lsquoBestow freedom independence and happinessrsquo
ndash
ndash
lsquoIt has proved successful in alleviating Seasonal Affective
Disorderrsquo
ndash
77health amp well-being
world this lsquotrickeryrsquo has moved online With todayrsquos short attention spans the potential to draw users to a website and retain them is a crucial skill which is rewarded by the revenue that can be generated based on how long a user stays on a website Link-baiting should have been foreseen since it is inevitable
Every click on a website is a revenue-generating moment in terms of advertising The amount of adverts to which you can expose an online user as they click to and through your website is the currency used to determine whether an advertising agency spends its budget on one publication over another Real journalism and insightful opinions once drove online traffic for web publications but link-baiting is now seriously derailing this approach
Most of the time the story behind the sensational link does not live up to expectations A typical example of this can be found in the online edition of the Watford Observer on Tuesday 31 July 2012 The link-bait read ldquoCameron Diaz vows to kick drug habit with help of stepdadrdquo However following the link or falling for the bait led to the underwhelming story ldquoDrug user Cameron Diaz of Broomfield Rise Abbots Langley has sworn to clean up his act with the help of his stepfatherrdquo Although the story was factually correct the intention of the publication was to trick the
One of my previous articles described how online technology publications are subverting reality by not correctly echoing the sentiments of the consuming public Part of the cause of this is that usually in a bid to counter the majority of lacklustre stories floating around they subvert reality to make it more interesting How many non-geeks really care about the advantages of modelling parallelism on serial programs with the Intelreg Advisor XE Itrsquos certainly not a typically newsworthy story
As a result an annoying phenomenon has slowly been building momentum This is now quite evident all over the internet and is destroying good journalism The phenomenon is called Link-baiting Our trustworthy source of internet knowledge describes Link-bait(ing) as anything ldquointeresting enough to catch peoplersquos attentionrdquo (httpenwikipediaorgwikiLink_bait)
Link-baiting is synonymous with the sensational cover stories used on the front of magazines to entice people walking past to pick up the magazines and delve into them As with most things from the print
No news is good news
lsquoQuite evident all over the internet and is destroying good
journalismrsquo
By Simon Owusu
technology
TechBit Sio-Bytes
78
provider in America to the tune of US$ 400 million The initial story broke on the PRWEB website and the majority of online publications regurgitated the story with no additional insights such as the implications of such a deal which real journalism would call for None of them bothered to check the sources or the credibility of the story Millions of revenue-generating clicks later the more seasoned online publications such as CNN AllThings D and CNET broke the bigger story that the press release was fake and that both Google and ICOA Wireless had denied the story In a rush to break the story the first rule of journalism was contravened lsquoAlways check your sourcesrsquo
Given the transient nature of any false news stories posted on the internet these days the story quickly disappeared from most of the offending publications and today you will be hard pressed to find any mention of this slip-up The Sentinel we like to think always brings you the truth albeit typed on an iPad Mini so donrsquot count on us to follow such faulty phenomena and trends
online user into clicking on it due to the coincidental name-sharing of the Abbots Langley Cameron Diaz with the famous American actress Every link clicked demonstrates the potential for advertisers to reach larger audiences and generate revenue for the online publications
From the same school as link-baiting comes the phenomenon of lsquofirst past the postrsquo journalism within the advertising-driven online publication world In this type of journalism emphasis is placed on being first to publish or break a news story Online publications that are first to break a news story attract a high amount of traffic (which translates into large revenues generated by advertising) since they are the only source of that particular information for a short space of time Online users have no choice but to visit that particular site if they wish to read the scoop The downside of this is that in a bid to be first to reap the advertising revenues frequently news stories are not properly checked for credibility On Monday 26 November 2012 nearly every online technology publication published the story of Google purchasing ICOA Wireless a Wi-Fi hot-spot
lsquoFrequently news stories are not properly checked for credibilityrsquo
lsquolsquoAlways check your sourcesrsquorsquo
technology79
80classifi eds
81classifi eds
these people in business suits are rushing to check in their business cases Irsquom manoeuvring my 19-metre ski bag between them Strange looks and questions donrsquot surprise me anymore The looks whispers and questions Irsquove had while on trains from one place to the next or on the tram after going to the beach on my way to the indoor slope this summer On the one hand they made me feel like I was some strange creature from another planet but on the other they got me extra stoked up about what Irsquom doing
As I write this itrsquos a week after I checked in my bags and Irsquom sitting in my favourite coffee shop Cuppa Joersquos in Breckenridge Colorado Over the past five days Irsquove been getting up every morning at around 630 am and getting out at around 800am Anyone who knows me will probably raise an eyebrow at this When Irsquom working at home on my photos and stories for the White Freeski Magazine where Irsquom editor-in-chief or on freelance assignments my daily rhythm is completely the opposite But I guess thatrsquos the nice thing about jetlag
Itrsquos hard to describe the feeling of finally getting back
You know that feeling of bubbly excitement you get when you are getting ready to go and do something yoursquove been anticipating for a long long time It might be finally nailing that presentation to finish up university cooking a great dinner for friends or excitement about meeting up with someone
Getting my bags out from the basement after they had been collecting dust for the past eight months prompted those feelings to rush through my veins once again Even though I donrsquot mind being home going to the beach and rehabbing my knee and visiting friends in different countries over the summer all this has taken place in the city and Irsquove been missing the mountains terribly As Irsquom getting my bags out it makes me realise that it really is almost time for me to click into my skis again and breathe in the fresh mountain air
After packing it was finally time to get on my flight to Denver Colorado on Monday morning While all
white outBubbles of Excitement
By Ananda van Welij
Just another girl from a country without mountains addicted to snow
lsquoGo and do something yoursquove been anticipating for a long long timersquo
82sport
have ahead of me this winter Looking forward again instead of being bummed I try to focus on the bright side like I did while I was stuck at home rehabbing and walking on crutches Trying to be inspired by what I see around me and what others do and have instead of being frustrated by it
It makes me wonder about just working and meeting up with friends at home I know I have a privileged life as Irsquom sitting here but isnrsquot this something we all experience in our daily lives It can be hard to sit down let go of the frustration sadness and problems and look forward Itrsquos not always possible to do it overnight but I think that just trying makes you feel better and in the end it allows you to bubble with excitement again no matter if itrsquos for a day of skiing or for finishing that project
My new mission for this season is to stay positive and draw inspiration from the people and things around me Irsquoll let you know how Irsquom doing in three weeksrsquo time
onto my skis after being out for eight months due to a torn MCL Cruising down the hill feeling and hearing the snow crunch under my feet It might sound strange to you but to me itrsquos a special sort of magic I guess it has something to do with the dopamine your body makes while having a great rush of excitement Although Irsquom pretty tired right now and taking a day off from skiing just walking outside and knowing that I can go up the hill any moment I like makes me feel better
Being so excited to be back on the snow after an injury also has a downside It comes in the form of having to hold myself back Since my injury I havenrsquot been jumping or doing any crazy tricks Itrsquos hard seeing all my friends jump and having fun in the park knowing I really shouldnrsquot do any of that stuff yet My mind is screaming ldquoYou can do that toordquo But Irsquom scared of a repeat injury brought on by pushing myself too hard too fast I have to force myself to sit down talk to my friends and listen to their stories of having fun while being genuinely happy for them To enjoy the sun instead of freaking myself out eat some good food have a good laugh and think of all the fun trips I
lsquoExtra stoked up about what Irsquom doingrsquo
lsquoTo me itrsquos a special sort of magicrsquo
83sport
sport84
sport
sport85
sport
Get advice on housing rental contracts and apartments in Amsterdam
wwwwswonennlenglish
wwwconsultancymarketmediacom
- Account Manager Market Media- (Internship) International Marketing Executive
we are looking for
86classifieds
87classifieds
We have reached the point of the season when the outstanding manager of the first half has his team profiled and receives a pat on the back An overall lead at Xmas more often than not means that the team has peaked during the first half of the season before going on to show signs of weakness This season unusually we have a manager who has led strongly from the very early weeks but who still has a full supply of substitutes in reserve This bodes ill for the other managers as even though he has been professionally hunted down to the point that his lead is now meagre (or even gone by the time this is published) Steven Fockema still holds all the aces given that his reserves remain intact while the chasersrsquo have been used up to varying degrees
Daft3Punks
GK Tim Krul (newcastle United) 25m ndash Out injured from the beginning of September until the end of November No proper form assessment possible so far this season and his team are in apparent gradual creep towards the relegation zone Rating 825
deF Jose enrique (Liverpool) 35m ndash At a work-in-progress team Now playing regularly as a midfielder and showing positive form Rating 85
deF daniel Agger (Liverpool) 4m ndash Still more bluster and posing than glory Rating 825
deF Winston Reid (West Ham) 1m ndash Doing New Zealand proud in the Premier League at his price West Ham may not secure a greater number of clean sheets in the second half of the season however Rating 80
deF Jan Vertonghen (Tottenham Hotspur) 45m ndash Handsome driving Belgian vanilla One of the stars of the season thus far Rating 90
mId Gareth Bale (Tottenham Hotspur) 55m ndash The most impressive individual player in the current Premier League Rating 915
mId michu (Swansea city) 2m ndash Incredible value at his price A natural goal-scorer extraordinaire who also gets around and shows versatility Rating 90
mId Yaya Toure (manchester city) 45m ndash Nowhere close to his form of the previous season even if that can change in the second half of this one Rating 850
FWd Fabio Borini (Liverpool) 3m ndash Tipped here to eventually do well but long-term injury befell him just at the time he was settling into his new team and system Rating 80
FWd olivier Giroud (Arsenal) 45m ndash Has been nudging levels above average of late Rating 850
FWd Papiss cisse (newcastle United) 5m ndash Another player showing an astonishing fall from the excellence of the final third of the previous season Newcastle United appear to need re-styling quickly Rating 825
overall rating 9340 (max 100)
The New Year will only bring fireworks given the keen match-up between FFG-CL managers
By Denson Pierre
The Gold Room
88
sport
89sport
wwwczechtourismcom
CZECH REPUBLIC - STUNNINGLY DIFFERENT
90
classifi eds
Room 2cfilm
This is the one that will make you pause James Stewart one of my top ten actors of all time plays a businessman fighting to keep his life and family together while everything is crashing down around him In steps an lsquoangelrsquo to try and convince him that life is not as bad as it seems and that other people would be a lot worse off without him Probably the highest rated film Irsquove ever reviewed and one of the most Christmas-delicious I know
Could you walk 2400 kilometres while being pursued with little more than a longing to return to your homeland and mother to keep you and your dependant companions going Would you do this twice This utterly moving film highlights the true-life Australian apartheid practices of the twentieth century and the trauma it caused to native Australians The barren landscapes provide the perfect backdrop for compelling cinema-tography and its dryness will be irrigated by your tears
By David King
By dpmotions
Itrsquos a Wonderful Life (1946)
Rabbit-Proof Fence (2002)
73room2c
74trends
lsquoFacebook in particular is responsible for exacerbating unspoken competitivenessrsquo
By Dirkje Bakker-Pierre
Trends in the food industry are moving faster than lightning and are harder and harder to keep up with When you are all geared up to create your own artsy cupcakes all of a sudden cupcakes are out and macaroons are the flavour of the day
Sweat dripping and cheeks burning with stress levels going through the roof women all around the country have been toiling night and day to create just the right pimped-up cakes (completely covered in layers of pink and red marzipan tiny silver sugar balls and rose petals made from feather-light sugar) which look like they come from one of the newly popped-up cupcake shops Facebook in particular is responsible for exacerbating unspoken competitiveness due to images being posted of better looking and prettier cakes just after you posted your own in comparison pretty sad creations forcing you back into the kitchen to try again
One day itrsquos cutting out names from layers of chocolate the next itrsquos squirting curls and swirls of rainbow colours or grating organic carrots for the rather awkward lsquohealthyrsquo version the carrot cupcake
Shops have adjusted their aisles to make way for endless shelves of specialised products in all ranges of sweetness and multicoloured cuteness shapes tools mixtures and machines It is a whole world of custom products which just keeps growing and changing and you need to keep up with it all or risk being hopelessly left behind There are pink-coloured cook books workshops websites self-help groups and neglected overweight children crying for something non-sweet for once
But then after all your attempts and when you finally think you have achieved perfection before you know it you make a complete fool of yourself by serving the wrong type of sweet and colourful titbits because a new trend has already arrived That really makes you feel like a macaroon
All Caked Out
75trends
Winter solstice is an exciting time of year when we all start dreaming of more sun more light and more inspiration Continuing the gemstone theme I would like to draw your attention to the very lovely and sparkling sunstone also known as heliolite It is the official gemstone of the US state of Oregon which is a prime source for this beautiful gem The name heliolite is derived from the Greek lsquoheliosrsquo and lsquolithosrsquo which mean lsquosunrsquo and lsquostonersquo It was first discovered in Viking burial mounds but despite its long history is not found in abundance
Sunstone is metallic in appearance and comes in red orange or green colours However cleaner red sunstone is very rare and commands proper gemstone prices The stone is a composite of oligoclase feldspar which also contains hematite or goethite The presence of hematite or goethite gives the stone its ability to reflect light hence the name sunstone Sunstone is said to be an inspiration stone able to bestow freedom independence and happiness It also said to reduce fear alleviate stress and bring good luck in any game of chance This sparkly stone has a further use in healing and is believed to endow its wearers with enhanced self-healing powers Other properties
Shine
By Evelina Kvartunaite
ndash
lsquoDreaming of more sun more light and more inspirationrsquo
ndash
include stimulating the vegetative autonomic nervous system and enhancing the harmonious functioning of all the bodyrsquos organs It is also quite helpful in cases of exhaustion due to lack of sleep
The gemstone is used to treat chronic sore throats and relieves pain caused by stomach ulcers It has proved successful in alleviating Seasonal Affective Disorder (or SAD) and is also known for relieving cartilage problems rheumatism and general aches and pains Sunstone helps in dealing with depression and frees its wearers from feelings of discrimination and failure as well as from perceptions of an lsquoevil worldrsquo Sunstone increases a personrsquos sense of self-esteem and self-worth
Sunstone is particularly beneficial when used in sunshine or sunlight It brings abundance to a personrsquos life and transforms negative energy into positive energy
If you have any other helpful tips you would like to share please let me know at evelinakvartunaiteconsultancymarketmediacom
76health amp well-being
ndash
lsquoBestow freedom independence and happinessrsquo
ndash
ndash
lsquoIt has proved successful in alleviating Seasonal Affective
Disorderrsquo
ndash
77health amp well-being
world this lsquotrickeryrsquo has moved online With todayrsquos short attention spans the potential to draw users to a website and retain them is a crucial skill which is rewarded by the revenue that can be generated based on how long a user stays on a website Link-baiting should have been foreseen since it is inevitable
Every click on a website is a revenue-generating moment in terms of advertising The amount of adverts to which you can expose an online user as they click to and through your website is the currency used to determine whether an advertising agency spends its budget on one publication over another Real journalism and insightful opinions once drove online traffic for web publications but link-baiting is now seriously derailing this approach
Most of the time the story behind the sensational link does not live up to expectations A typical example of this can be found in the online edition of the Watford Observer on Tuesday 31 July 2012 The link-bait read ldquoCameron Diaz vows to kick drug habit with help of stepdadrdquo However following the link or falling for the bait led to the underwhelming story ldquoDrug user Cameron Diaz of Broomfield Rise Abbots Langley has sworn to clean up his act with the help of his stepfatherrdquo Although the story was factually correct the intention of the publication was to trick the
One of my previous articles described how online technology publications are subverting reality by not correctly echoing the sentiments of the consuming public Part of the cause of this is that usually in a bid to counter the majority of lacklustre stories floating around they subvert reality to make it more interesting How many non-geeks really care about the advantages of modelling parallelism on serial programs with the Intelreg Advisor XE Itrsquos certainly not a typically newsworthy story
As a result an annoying phenomenon has slowly been building momentum This is now quite evident all over the internet and is destroying good journalism The phenomenon is called Link-baiting Our trustworthy source of internet knowledge describes Link-bait(ing) as anything ldquointeresting enough to catch peoplersquos attentionrdquo (httpenwikipediaorgwikiLink_bait)
Link-baiting is synonymous with the sensational cover stories used on the front of magazines to entice people walking past to pick up the magazines and delve into them As with most things from the print
No news is good news
lsquoQuite evident all over the internet and is destroying good
journalismrsquo
By Simon Owusu
technology
TechBit Sio-Bytes
78
provider in America to the tune of US$ 400 million The initial story broke on the PRWEB website and the majority of online publications regurgitated the story with no additional insights such as the implications of such a deal which real journalism would call for None of them bothered to check the sources or the credibility of the story Millions of revenue-generating clicks later the more seasoned online publications such as CNN AllThings D and CNET broke the bigger story that the press release was fake and that both Google and ICOA Wireless had denied the story In a rush to break the story the first rule of journalism was contravened lsquoAlways check your sourcesrsquo
Given the transient nature of any false news stories posted on the internet these days the story quickly disappeared from most of the offending publications and today you will be hard pressed to find any mention of this slip-up The Sentinel we like to think always brings you the truth albeit typed on an iPad Mini so donrsquot count on us to follow such faulty phenomena and trends
online user into clicking on it due to the coincidental name-sharing of the Abbots Langley Cameron Diaz with the famous American actress Every link clicked demonstrates the potential for advertisers to reach larger audiences and generate revenue for the online publications
From the same school as link-baiting comes the phenomenon of lsquofirst past the postrsquo journalism within the advertising-driven online publication world In this type of journalism emphasis is placed on being first to publish or break a news story Online publications that are first to break a news story attract a high amount of traffic (which translates into large revenues generated by advertising) since they are the only source of that particular information for a short space of time Online users have no choice but to visit that particular site if they wish to read the scoop The downside of this is that in a bid to be first to reap the advertising revenues frequently news stories are not properly checked for credibility On Monday 26 November 2012 nearly every online technology publication published the story of Google purchasing ICOA Wireless a Wi-Fi hot-spot
lsquoFrequently news stories are not properly checked for credibilityrsquo
lsquolsquoAlways check your sourcesrsquorsquo
technology79
80classifi eds
81classifi eds
these people in business suits are rushing to check in their business cases Irsquom manoeuvring my 19-metre ski bag between them Strange looks and questions donrsquot surprise me anymore The looks whispers and questions Irsquove had while on trains from one place to the next or on the tram after going to the beach on my way to the indoor slope this summer On the one hand they made me feel like I was some strange creature from another planet but on the other they got me extra stoked up about what Irsquom doing
As I write this itrsquos a week after I checked in my bags and Irsquom sitting in my favourite coffee shop Cuppa Joersquos in Breckenridge Colorado Over the past five days Irsquove been getting up every morning at around 630 am and getting out at around 800am Anyone who knows me will probably raise an eyebrow at this When Irsquom working at home on my photos and stories for the White Freeski Magazine where Irsquom editor-in-chief or on freelance assignments my daily rhythm is completely the opposite But I guess thatrsquos the nice thing about jetlag
Itrsquos hard to describe the feeling of finally getting back
You know that feeling of bubbly excitement you get when you are getting ready to go and do something yoursquove been anticipating for a long long time It might be finally nailing that presentation to finish up university cooking a great dinner for friends or excitement about meeting up with someone
Getting my bags out from the basement after they had been collecting dust for the past eight months prompted those feelings to rush through my veins once again Even though I donrsquot mind being home going to the beach and rehabbing my knee and visiting friends in different countries over the summer all this has taken place in the city and Irsquove been missing the mountains terribly As Irsquom getting my bags out it makes me realise that it really is almost time for me to click into my skis again and breathe in the fresh mountain air
After packing it was finally time to get on my flight to Denver Colorado on Monday morning While all
white outBubbles of Excitement
By Ananda van Welij
Just another girl from a country without mountains addicted to snow
lsquoGo and do something yoursquove been anticipating for a long long timersquo
82sport
have ahead of me this winter Looking forward again instead of being bummed I try to focus on the bright side like I did while I was stuck at home rehabbing and walking on crutches Trying to be inspired by what I see around me and what others do and have instead of being frustrated by it
It makes me wonder about just working and meeting up with friends at home I know I have a privileged life as Irsquom sitting here but isnrsquot this something we all experience in our daily lives It can be hard to sit down let go of the frustration sadness and problems and look forward Itrsquos not always possible to do it overnight but I think that just trying makes you feel better and in the end it allows you to bubble with excitement again no matter if itrsquos for a day of skiing or for finishing that project
My new mission for this season is to stay positive and draw inspiration from the people and things around me Irsquoll let you know how Irsquom doing in three weeksrsquo time
onto my skis after being out for eight months due to a torn MCL Cruising down the hill feeling and hearing the snow crunch under my feet It might sound strange to you but to me itrsquos a special sort of magic I guess it has something to do with the dopamine your body makes while having a great rush of excitement Although Irsquom pretty tired right now and taking a day off from skiing just walking outside and knowing that I can go up the hill any moment I like makes me feel better
Being so excited to be back on the snow after an injury also has a downside It comes in the form of having to hold myself back Since my injury I havenrsquot been jumping or doing any crazy tricks Itrsquos hard seeing all my friends jump and having fun in the park knowing I really shouldnrsquot do any of that stuff yet My mind is screaming ldquoYou can do that toordquo But Irsquom scared of a repeat injury brought on by pushing myself too hard too fast I have to force myself to sit down talk to my friends and listen to their stories of having fun while being genuinely happy for them To enjoy the sun instead of freaking myself out eat some good food have a good laugh and think of all the fun trips I
lsquoExtra stoked up about what Irsquom doingrsquo
lsquoTo me itrsquos a special sort of magicrsquo
83sport
sport84
sport
sport85
sport
Get advice on housing rental contracts and apartments in Amsterdam
wwwwswonennlenglish
wwwconsultancymarketmediacom
- Account Manager Market Media- (Internship) International Marketing Executive
we are looking for
86classifieds
87classifieds
We have reached the point of the season when the outstanding manager of the first half has his team profiled and receives a pat on the back An overall lead at Xmas more often than not means that the team has peaked during the first half of the season before going on to show signs of weakness This season unusually we have a manager who has led strongly from the very early weeks but who still has a full supply of substitutes in reserve This bodes ill for the other managers as even though he has been professionally hunted down to the point that his lead is now meagre (or even gone by the time this is published) Steven Fockema still holds all the aces given that his reserves remain intact while the chasersrsquo have been used up to varying degrees
Daft3Punks
GK Tim Krul (newcastle United) 25m ndash Out injured from the beginning of September until the end of November No proper form assessment possible so far this season and his team are in apparent gradual creep towards the relegation zone Rating 825
deF Jose enrique (Liverpool) 35m ndash At a work-in-progress team Now playing regularly as a midfielder and showing positive form Rating 85
deF daniel Agger (Liverpool) 4m ndash Still more bluster and posing than glory Rating 825
deF Winston Reid (West Ham) 1m ndash Doing New Zealand proud in the Premier League at his price West Ham may not secure a greater number of clean sheets in the second half of the season however Rating 80
deF Jan Vertonghen (Tottenham Hotspur) 45m ndash Handsome driving Belgian vanilla One of the stars of the season thus far Rating 90
mId Gareth Bale (Tottenham Hotspur) 55m ndash The most impressive individual player in the current Premier League Rating 915
mId michu (Swansea city) 2m ndash Incredible value at his price A natural goal-scorer extraordinaire who also gets around and shows versatility Rating 90
mId Yaya Toure (manchester city) 45m ndash Nowhere close to his form of the previous season even if that can change in the second half of this one Rating 850
FWd Fabio Borini (Liverpool) 3m ndash Tipped here to eventually do well but long-term injury befell him just at the time he was settling into his new team and system Rating 80
FWd olivier Giroud (Arsenal) 45m ndash Has been nudging levels above average of late Rating 850
FWd Papiss cisse (newcastle United) 5m ndash Another player showing an astonishing fall from the excellence of the final third of the previous season Newcastle United appear to need re-styling quickly Rating 825
overall rating 9340 (max 100)
The New Year will only bring fireworks given the keen match-up between FFG-CL managers
By Denson Pierre
The Gold Room
88
sport
89sport
wwwczechtourismcom
CZECH REPUBLIC - STUNNINGLY DIFFERENT
90
classifi eds
74trends
lsquoFacebook in particular is responsible for exacerbating unspoken competitivenessrsquo
By Dirkje Bakker-Pierre
Trends in the food industry are moving faster than lightning and are harder and harder to keep up with When you are all geared up to create your own artsy cupcakes all of a sudden cupcakes are out and macaroons are the flavour of the day
Sweat dripping and cheeks burning with stress levels going through the roof women all around the country have been toiling night and day to create just the right pimped-up cakes (completely covered in layers of pink and red marzipan tiny silver sugar balls and rose petals made from feather-light sugar) which look like they come from one of the newly popped-up cupcake shops Facebook in particular is responsible for exacerbating unspoken competitiveness due to images being posted of better looking and prettier cakes just after you posted your own in comparison pretty sad creations forcing you back into the kitchen to try again
One day itrsquos cutting out names from layers of chocolate the next itrsquos squirting curls and swirls of rainbow colours or grating organic carrots for the rather awkward lsquohealthyrsquo version the carrot cupcake
Shops have adjusted their aisles to make way for endless shelves of specialised products in all ranges of sweetness and multicoloured cuteness shapes tools mixtures and machines It is a whole world of custom products which just keeps growing and changing and you need to keep up with it all or risk being hopelessly left behind There are pink-coloured cook books workshops websites self-help groups and neglected overweight children crying for something non-sweet for once
But then after all your attempts and when you finally think you have achieved perfection before you know it you make a complete fool of yourself by serving the wrong type of sweet and colourful titbits because a new trend has already arrived That really makes you feel like a macaroon
All Caked Out
75trends
Winter solstice is an exciting time of year when we all start dreaming of more sun more light and more inspiration Continuing the gemstone theme I would like to draw your attention to the very lovely and sparkling sunstone also known as heliolite It is the official gemstone of the US state of Oregon which is a prime source for this beautiful gem The name heliolite is derived from the Greek lsquoheliosrsquo and lsquolithosrsquo which mean lsquosunrsquo and lsquostonersquo It was first discovered in Viking burial mounds but despite its long history is not found in abundance
Sunstone is metallic in appearance and comes in red orange or green colours However cleaner red sunstone is very rare and commands proper gemstone prices The stone is a composite of oligoclase feldspar which also contains hematite or goethite The presence of hematite or goethite gives the stone its ability to reflect light hence the name sunstone Sunstone is said to be an inspiration stone able to bestow freedom independence and happiness It also said to reduce fear alleviate stress and bring good luck in any game of chance This sparkly stone has a further use in healing and is believed to endow its wearers with enhanced self-healing powers Other properties
Shine
By Evelina Kvartunaite
ndash
lsquoDreaming of more sun more light and more inspirationrsquo
ndash
include stimulating the vegetative autonomic nervous system and enhancing the harmonious functioning of all the bodyrsquos organs It is also quite helpful in cases of exhaustion due to lack of sleep
The gemstone is used to treat chronic sore throats and relieves pain caused by stomach ulcers It has proved successful in alleviating Seasonal Affective Disorder (or SAD) and is also known for relieving cartilage problems rheumatism and general aches and pains Sunstone helps in dealing with depression and frees its wearers from feelings of discrimination and failure as well as from perceptions of an lsquoevil worldrsquo Sunstone increases a personrsquos sense of self-esteem and self-worth
Sunstone is particularly beneficial when used in sunshine or sunlight It brings abundance to a personrsquos life and transforms negative energy into positive energy
If you have any other helpful tips you would like to share please let me know at evelinakvartunaiteconsultancymarketmediacom
76health amp well-being
ndash
lsquoBestow freedom independence and happinessrsquo
ndash
ndash
lsquoIt has proved successful in alleviating Seasonal Affective
Disorderrsquo
ndash
77health amp well-being
world this lsquotrickeryrsquo has moved online With todayrsquos short attention spans the potential to draw users to a website and retain them is a crucial skill which is rewarded by the revenue that can be generated based on how long a user stays on a website Link-baiting should have been foreseen since it is inevitable
Every click on a website is a revenue-generating moment in terms of advertising The amount of adverts to which you can expose an online user as they click to and through your website is the currency used to determine whether an advertising agency spends its budget on one publication over another Real journalism and insightful opinions once drove online traffic for web publications but link-baiting is now seriously derailing this approach
Most of the time the story behind the sensational link does not live up to expectations A typical example of this can be found in the online edition of the Watford Observer on Tuesday 31 July 2012 The link-bait read ldquoCameron Diaz vows to kick drug habit with help of stepdadrdquo However following the link or falling for the bait led to the underwhelming story ldquoDrug user Cameron Diaz of Broomfield Rise Abbots Langley has sworn to clean up his act with the help of his stepfatherrdquo Although the story was factually correct the intention of the publication was to trick the
One of my previous articles described how online technology publications are subverting reality by not correctly echoing the sentiments of the consuming public Part of the cause of this is that usually in a bid to counter the majority of lacklustre stories floating around they subvert reality to make it more interesting How many non-geeks really care about the advantages of modelling parallelism on serial programs with the Intelreg Advisor XE Itrsquos certainly not a typically newsworthy story
As a result an annoying phenomenon has slowly been building momentum This is now quite evident all over the internet and is destroying good journalism The phenomenon is called Link-baiting Our trustworthy source of internet knowledge describes Link-bait(ing) as anything ldquointeresting enough to catch peoplersquos attentionrdquo (httpenwikipediaorgwikiLink_bait)
Link-baiting is synonymous with the sensational cover stories used on the front of magazines to entice people walking past to pick up the magazines and delve into them As with most things from the print
No news is good news
lsquoQuite evident all over the internet and is destroying good
journalismrsquo
By Simon Owusu
technology
TechBit Sio-Bytes
78
provider in America to the tune of US$ 400 million The initial story broke on the PRWEB website and the majority of online publications regurgitated the story with no additional insights such as the implications of such a deal which real journalism would call for None of them bothered to check the sources or the credibility of the story Millions of revenue-generating clicks later the more seasoned online publications such as CNN AllThings D and CNET broke the bigger story that the press release was fake and that both Google and ICOA Wireless had denied the story In a rush to break the story the first rule of journalism was contravened lsquoAlways check your sourcesrsquo
Given the transient nature of any false news stories posted on the internet these days the story quickly disappeared from most of the offending publications and today you will be hard pressed to find any mention of this slip-up The Sentinel we like to think always brings you the truth albeit typed on an iPad Mini so donrsquot count on us to follow such faulty phenomena and trends
online user into clicking on it due to the coincidental name-sharing of the Abbots Langley Cameron Diaz with the famous American actress Every link clicked demonstrates the potential for advertisers to reach larger audiences and generate revenue for the online publications
From the same school as link-baiting comes the phenomenon of lsquofirst past the postrsquo journalism within the advertising-driven online publication world In this type of journalism emphasis is placed on being first to publish or break a news story Online publications that are first to break a news story attract a high amount of traffic (which translates into large revenues generated by advertising) since they are the only source of that particular information for a short space of time Online users have no choice but to visit that particular site if they wish to read the scoop The downside of this is that in a bid to be first to reap the advertising revenues frequently news stories are not properly checked for credibility On Monday 26 November 2012 nearly every online technology publication published the story of Google purchasing ICOA Wireless a Wi-Fi hot-spot
lsquoFrequently news stories are not properly checked for credibilityrsquo
lsquolsquoAlways check your sourcesrsquorsquo
technology79
80classifi eds
81classifi eds
these people in business suits are rushing to check in their business cases Irsquom manoeuvring my 19-metre ski bag between them Strange looks and questions donrsquot surprise me anymore The looks whispers and questions Irsquove had while on trains from one place to the next or on the tram after going to the beach on my way to the indoor slope this summer On the one hand they made me feel like I was some strange creature from another planet but on the other they got me extra stoked up about what Irsquom doing
As I write this itrsquos a week after I checked in my bags and Irsquom sitting in my favourite coffee shop Cuppa Joersquos in Breckenridge Colorado Over the past five days Irsquove been getting up every morning at around 630 am and getting out at around 800am Anyone who knows me will probably raise an eyebrow at this When Irsquom working at home on my photos and stories for the White Freeski Magazine where Irsquom editor-in-chief or on freelance assignments my daily rhythm is completely the opposite But I guess thatrsquos the nice thing about jetlag
Itrsquos hard to describe the feeling of finally getting back
You know that feeling of bubbly excitement you get when you are getting ready to go and do something yoursquove been anticipating for a long long time It might be finally nailing that presentation to finish up university cooking a great dinner for friends or excitement about meeting up with someone
Getting my bags out from the basement after they had been collecting dust for the past eight months prompted those feelings to rush through my veins once again Even though I donrsquot mind being home going to the beach and rehabbing my knee and visiting friends in different countries over the summer all this has taken place in the city and Irsquove been missing the mountains terribly As Irsquom getting my bags out it makes me realise that it really is almost time for me to click into my skis again and breathe in the fresh mountain air
After packing it was finally time to get on my flight to Denver Colorado on Monday morning While all
white outBubbles of Excitement
By Ananda van Welij
Just another girl from a country without mountains addicted to snow
lsquoGo and do something yoursquove been anticipating for a long long timersquo
82sport
have ahead of me this winter Looking forward again instead of being bummed I try to focus on the bright side like I did while I was stuck at home rehabbing and walking on crutches Trying to be inspired by what I see around me and what others do and have instead of being frustrated by it
It makes me wonder about just working and meeting up with friends at home I know I have a privileged life as Irsquom sitting here but isnrsquot this something we all experience in our daily lives It can be hard to sit down let go of the frustration sadness and problems and look forward Itrsquos not always possible to do it overnight but I think that just trying makes you feel better and in the end it allows you to bubble with excitement again no matter if itrsquos for a day of skiing or for finishing that project
My new mission for this season is to stay positive and draw inspiration from the people and things around me Irsquoll let you know how Irsquom doing in three weeksrsquo time
onto my skis after being out for eight months due to a torn MCL Cruising down the hill feeling and hearing the snow crunch under my feet It might sound strange to you but to me itrsquos a special sort of magic I guess it has something to do with the dopamine your body makes while having a great rush of excitement Although Irsquom pretty tired right now and taking a day off from skiing just walking outside and knowing that I can go up the hill any moment I like makes me feel better
Being so excited to be back on the snow after an injury also has a downside It comes in the form of having to hold myself back Since my injury I havenrsquot been jumping or doing any crazy tricks Itrsquos hard seeing all my friends jump and having fun in the park knowing I really shouldnrsquot do any of that stuff yet My mind is screaming ldquoYou can do that toordquo But Irsquom scared of a repeat injury brought on by pushing myself too hard too fast I have to force myself to sit down talk to my friends and listen to their stories of having fun while being genuinely happy for them To enjoy the sun instead of freaking myself out eat some good food have a good laugh and think of all the fun trips I
lsquoExtra stoked up about what Irsquom doingrsquo
lsquoTo me itrsquos a special sort of magicrsquo
83sport
sport84
sport
sport85
sport
Get advice on housing rental contracts and apartments in Amsterdam
wwwwswonennlenglish
wwwconsultancymarketmediacom
- Account Manager Market Media- (Internship) International Marketing Executive
we are looking for
86classifieds
87classifieds
We have reached the point of the season when the outstanding manager of the first half has his team profiled and receives a pat on the back An overall lead at Xmas more often than not means that the team has peaked during the first half of the season before going on to show signs of weakness This season unusually we have a manager who has led strongly from the very early weeks but who still has a full supply of substitutes in reserve This bodes ill for the other managers as even though he has been professionally hunted down to the point that his lead is now meagre (or even gone by the time this is published) Steven Fockema still holds all the aces given that his reserves remain intact while the chasersrsquo have been used up to varying degrees
Daft3Punks
GK Tim Krul (newcastle United) 25m ndash Out injured from the beginning of September until the end of November No proper form assessment possible so far this season and his team are in apparent gradual creep towards the relegation zone Rating 825
deF Jose enrique (Liverpool) 35m ndash At a work-in-progress team Now playing regularly as a midfielder and showing positive form Rating 85
deF daniel Agger (Liverpool) 4m ndash Still more bluster and posing than glory Rating 825
deF Winston Reid (West Ham) 1m ndash Doing New Zealand proud in the Premier League at his price West Ham may not secure a greater number of clean sheets in the second half of the season however Rating 80
deF Jan Vertonghen (Tottenham Hotspur) 45m ndash Handsome driving Belgian vanilla One of the stars of the season thus far Rating 90
mId Gareth Bale (Tottenham Hotspur) 55m ndash The most impressive individual player in the current Premier League Rating 915
mId michu (Swansea city) 2m ndash Incredible value at his price A natural goal-scorer extraordinaire who also gets around and shows versatility Rating 90
mId Yaya Toure (manchester city) 45m ndash Nowhere close to his form of the previous season even if that can change in the second half of this one Rating 850
FWd Fabio Borini (Liverpool) 3m ndash Tipped here to eventually do well but long-term injury befell him just at the time he was settling into his new team and system Rating 80
FWd olivier Giroud (Arsenal) 45m ndash Has been nudging levels above average of late Rating 850
FWd Papiss cisse (newcastle United) 5m ndash Another player showing an astonishing fall from the excellence of the final third of the previous season Newcastle United appear to need re-styling quickly Rating 825
overall rating 9340 (max 100)
The New Year will only bring fireworks given the keen match-up between FFG-CL managers
By Denson Pierre
The Gold Room
88
sport
89sport
wwwczechtourismcom
CZECH REPUBLIC - STUNNINGLY DIFFERENT
90
classifi eds
lsquoFacebook in particular is responsible for exacerbating unspoken competitivenessrsquo
By Dirkje Bakker-Pierre
Trends in the food industry are moving faster than lightning and are harder and harder to keep up with When you are all geared up to create your own artsy cupcakes all of a sudden cupcakes are out and macaroons are the flavour of the day
Sweat dripping and cheeks burning with stress levels going through the roof women all around the country have been toiling night and day to create just the right pimped-up cakes (completely covered in layers of pink and red marzipan tiny silver sugar balls and rose petals made from feather-light sugar) which look like they come from one of the newly popped-up cupcake shops Facebook in particular is responsible for exacerbating unspoken competitiveness due to images being posted of better looking and prettier cakes just after you posted your own in comparison pretty sad creations forcing you back into the kitchen to try again
One day itrsquos cutting out names from layers of chocolate the next itrsquos squirting curls and swirls of rainbow colours or grating organic carrots for the rather awkward lsquohealthyrsquo version the carrot cupcake
Shops have adjusted their aisles to make way for endless shelves of specialised products in all ranges of sweetness and multicoloured cuteness shapes tools mixtures and machines It is a whole world of custom products which just keeps growing and changing and you need to keep up with it all or risk being hopelessly left behind There are pink-coloured cook books workshops websites self-help groups and neglected overweight children crying for something non-sweet for once
But then after all your attempts and when you finally think you have achieved perfection before you know it you make a complete fool of yourself by serving the wrong type of sweet and colourful titbits because a new trend has already arrived That really makes you feel like a macaroon
All Caked Out
75trends
Winter solstice is an exciting time of year when we all start dreaming of more sun more light and more inspiration Continuing the gemstone theme I would like to draw your attention to the very lovely and sparkling sunstone also known as heliolite It is the official gemstone of the US state of Oregon which is a prime source for this beautiful gem The name heliolite is derived from the Greek lsquoheliosrsquo and lsquolithosrsquo which mean lsquosunrsquo and lsquostonersquo It was first discovered in Viking burial mounds but despite its long history is not found in abundance
Sunstone is metallic in appearance and comes in red orange or green colours However cleaner red sunstone is very rare and commands proper gemstone prices The stone is a composite of oligoclase feldspar which also contains hematite or goethite The presence of hematite or goethite gives the stone its ability to reflect light hence the name sunstone Sunstone is said to be an inspiration stone able to bestow freedom independence and happiness It also said to reduce fear alleviate stress and bring good luck in any game of chance This sparkly stone has a further use in healing and is believed to endow its wearers with enhanced self-healing powers Other properties
Shine
By Evelina Kvartunaite
ndash
lsquoDreaming of more sun more light and more inspirationrsquo
ndash
include stimulating the vegetative autonomic nervous system and enhancing the harmonious functioning of all the bodyrsquos organs It is also quite helpful in cases of exhaustion due to lack of sleep
The gemstone is used to treat chronic sore throats and relieves pain caused by stomach ulcers It has proved successful in alleviating Seasonal Affective Disorder (or SAD) and is also known for relieving cartilage problems rheumatism and general aches and pains Sunstone helps in dealing with depression and frees its wearers from feelings of discrimination and failure as well as from perceptions of an lsquoevil worldrsquo Sunstone increases a personrsquos sense of self-esteem and self-worth
Sunstone is particularly beneficial when used in sunshine or sunlight It brings abundance to a personrsquos life and transforms negative energy into positive energy
If you have any other helpful tips you would like to share please let me know at evelinakvartunaiteconsultancymarketmediacom
76health amp well-being
ndash
lsquoBestow freedom independence and happinessrsquo
ndash
ndash
lsquoIt has proved successful in alleviating Seasonal Affective
Disorderrsquo
ndash
77health amp well-being
world this lsquotrickeryrsquo has moved online With todayrsquos short attention spans the potential to draw users to a website and retain them is a crucial skill which is rewarded by the revenue that can be generated based on how long a user stays on a website Link-baiting should have been foreseen since it is inevitable
Every click on a website is a revenue-generating moment in terms of advertising The amount of adverts to which you can expose an online user as they click to and through your website is the currency used to determine whether an advertising agency spends its budget on one publication over another Real journalism and insightful opinions once drove online traffic for web publications but link-baiting is now seriously derailing this approach
Most of the time the story behind the sensational link does not live up to expectations A typical example of this can be found in the online edition of the Watford Observer on Tuesday 31 July 2012 The link-bait read ldquoCameron Diaz vows to kick drug habit with help of stepdadrdquo However following the link or falling for the bait led to the underwhelming story ldquoDrug user Cameron Diaz of Broomfield Rise Abbots Langley has sworn to clean up his act with the help of his stepfatherrdquo Although the story was factually correct the intention of the publication was to trick the
One of my previous articles described how online technology publications are subverting reality by not correctly echoing the sentiments of the consuming public Part of the cause of this is that usually in a bid to counter the majority of lacklustre stories floating around they subvert reality to make it more interesting How many non-geeks really care about the advantages of modelling parallelism on serial programs with the Intelreg Advisor XE Itrsquos certainly not a typically newsworthy story
As a result an annoying phenomenon has slowly been building momentum This is now quite evident all over the internet and is destroying good journalism The phenomenon is called Link-baiting Our trustworthy source of internet knowledge describes Link-bait(ing) as anything ldquointeresting enough to catch peoplersquos attentionrdquo (httpenwikipediaorgwikiLink_bait)
Link-baiting is synonymous with the sensational cover stories used on the front of magazines to entice people walking past to pick up the magazines and delve into them As with most things from the print
No news is good news
lsquoQuite evident all over the internet and is destroying good
journalismrsquo
By Simon Owusu
technology
TechBit Sio-Bytes
78
provider in America to the tune of US$ 400 million The initial story broke on the PRWEB website and the majority of online publications regurgitated the story with no additional insights such as the implications of such a deal which real journalism would call for None of them bothered to check the sources or the credibility of the story Millions of revenue-generating clicks later the more seasoned online publications such as CNN AllThings D and CNET broke the bigger story that the press release was fake and that both Google and ICOA Wireless had denied the story In a rush to break the story the first rule of journalism was contravened lsquoAlways check your sourcesrsquo
Given the transient nature of any false news stories posted on the internet these days the story quickly disappeared from most of the offending publications and today you will be hard pressed to find any mention of this slip-up The Sentinel we like to think always brings you the truth albeit typed on an iPad Mini so donrsquot count on us to follow such faulty phenomena and trends
online user into clicking on it due to the coincidental name-sharing of the Abbots Langley Cameron Diaz with the famous American actress Every link clicked demonstrates the potential for advertisers to reach larger audiences and generate revenue for the online publications
From the same school as link-baiting comes the phenomenon of lsquofirst past the postrsquo journalism within the advertising-driven online publication world In this type of journalism emphasis is placed on being first to publish or break a news story Online publications that are first to break a news story attract a high amount of traffic (which translates into large revenues generated by advertising) since they are the only source of that particular information for a short space of time Online users have no choice but to visit that particular site if they wish to read the scoop The downside of this is that in a bid to be first to reap the advertising revenues frequently news stories are not properly checked for credibility On Monday 26 November 2012 nearly every online technology publication published the story of Google purchasing ICOA Wireless a Wi-Fi hot-spot
lsquoFrequently news stories are not properly checked for credibilityrsquo
lsquolsquoAlways check your sourcesrsquorsquo
technology79
80classifi eds
81classifi eds
these people in business suits are rushing to check in their business cases Irsquom manoeuvring my 19-metre ski bag between them Strange looks and questions donrsquot surprise me anymore The looks whispers and questions Irsquove had while on trains from one place to the next or on the tram after going to the beach on my way to the indoor slope this summer On the one hand they made me feel like I was some strange creature from another planet but on the other they got me extra stoked up about what Irsquom doing
As I write this itrsquos a week after I checked in my bags and Irsquom sitting in my favourite coffee shop Cuppa Joersquos in Breckenridge Colorado Over the past five days Irsquove been getting up every morning at around 630 am and getting out at around 800am Anyone who knows me will probably raise an eyebrow at this When Irsquom working at home on my photos and stories for the White Freeski Magazine where Irsquom editor-in-chief or on freelance assignments my daily rhythm is completely the opposite But I guess thatrsquos the nice thing about jetlag
Itrsquos hard to describe the feeling of finally getting back
You know that feeling of bubbly excitement you get when you are getting ready to go and do something yoursquove been anticipating for a long long time It might be finally nailing that presentation to finish up university cooking a great dinner for friends or excitement about meeting up with someone
Getting my bags out from the basement after they had been collecting dust for the past eight months prompted those feelings to rush through my veins once again Even though I donrsquot mind being home going to the beach and rehabbing my knee and visiting friends in different countries over the summer all this has taken place in the city and Irsquove been missing the mountains terribly As Irsquom getting my bags out it makes me realise that it really is almost time for me to click into my skis again and breathe in the fresh mountain air
After packing it was finally time to get on my flight to Denver Colorado on Monday morning While all
white outBubbles of Excitement
By Ananda van Welij
Just another girl from a country without mountains addicted to snow
lsquoGo and do something yoursquove been anticipating for a long long timersquo
82sport
have ahead of me this winter Looking forward again instead of being bummed I try to focus on the bright side like I did while I was stuck at home rehabbing and walking on crutches Trying to be inspired by what I see around me and what others do and have instead of being frustrated by it
It makes me wonder about just working and meeting up with friends at home I know I have a privileged life as Irsquom sitting here but isnrsquot this something we all experience in our daily lives It can be hard to sit down let go of the frustration sadness and problems and look forward Itrsquos not always possible to do it overnight but I think that just trying makes you feel better and in the end it allows you to bubble with excitement again no matter if itrsquos for a day of skiing or for finishing that project
My new mission for this season is to stay positive and draw inspiration from the people and things around me Irsquoll let you know how Irsquom doing in three weeksrsquo time
onto my skis after being out for eight months due to a torn MCL Cruising down the hill feeling and hearing the snow crunch under my feet It might sound strange to you but to me itrsquos a special sort of magic I guess it has something to do with the dopamine your body makes while having a great rush of excitement Although Irsquom pretty tired right now and taking a day off from skiing just walking outside and knowing that I can go up the hill any moment I like makes me feel better
Being so excited to be back on the snow after an injury also has a downside It comes in the form of having to hold myself back Since my injury I havenrsquot been jumping or doing any crazy tricks Itrsquos hard seeing all my friends jump and having fun in the park knowing I really shouldnrsquot do any of that stuff yet My mind is screaming ldquoYou can do that toordquo But Irsquom scared of a repeat injury brought on by pushing myself too hard too fast I have to force myself to sit down talk to my friends and listen to their stories of having fun while being genuinely happy for them To enjoy the sun instead of freaking myself out eat some good food have a good laugh and think of all the fun trips I
lsquoExtra stoked up about what Irsquom doingrsquo
lsquoTo me itrsquos a special sort of magicrsquo
83sport
sport84
sport
sport85
sport
Get advice on housing rental contracts and apartments in Amsterdam
wwwwswonennlenglish
wwwconsultancymarketmediacom
- Account Manager Market Media- (Internship) International Marketing Executive
we are looking for
86classifieds
87classifieds
We have reached the point of the season when the outstanding manager of the first half has his team profiled and receives a pat on the back An overall lead at Xmas more often than not means that the team has peaked during the first half of the season before going on to show signs of weakness This season unusually we have a manager who has led strongly from the very early weeks but who still has a full supply of substitutes in reserve This bodes ill for the other managers as even though he has been professionally hunted down to the point that his lead is now meagre (or even gone by the time this is published) Steven Fockema still holds all the aces given that his reserves remain intact while the chasersrsquo have been used up to varying degrees
Daft3Punks
GK Tim Krul (newcastle United) 25m ndash Out injured from the beginning of September until the end of November No proper form assessment possible so far this season and his team are in apparent gradual creep towards the relegation zone Rating 825
deF Jose enrique (Liverpool) 35m ndash At a work-in-progress team Now playing regularly as a midfielder and showing positive form Rating 85
deF daniel Agger (Liverpool) 4m ndash Still more bluster and posing than glory Rating 825
deF Winston Reid (West Ham) 1m ndash Doing New Zealand proud in the Premier League at his price West Ham may not secure a greater number of clean sheets in the second half of the season however Rating 80
deF Jan Vertonghen (Tottenham Hotspur) 45m ndash Handsome driving Belgian vanilla One of the stars of the season thus far Rating 90
mId Gareth Bale (Tottenham Hotspur) 55m ndash The most impressive individual player in the current Premier League Rating 915
mId michu (Swansea city) 2m ndash Incredible value at his price A natural goal-scorer extraordinaire who also gets around and shows versatility Rating 90
mId Yaya Toure (manchester city) 45m ndash Nowhere close to his form of the previous season even if that can change in the second half of this one Rating 850
FWd Fabio Borini (Liverpool) 3m ndash Tipped here to eventually do well but long-term injury befell him just at the time he was settling into his new team and system Rating 80
FWd olivier Giroud (Arsenal) 45m ndash Has been nudging levels above average of late Rating 850
FWd Papiss cisse (newcastle United) 5m ndash Another player showing an astonishing fall from the excellence of the final third of the previous season Newcastle United appear to need re-styling quickly Rating 825
overall rating 9340 (max 100)
The New Year will only bring fireworks given the keen match-up between FFG-CL managers
By Denson Pierre
The Gold Room
88
sport
89sport
wwwczechtourismcom
CZECH REPUBLIC - STUNNINGLY DIFFERENT
90
classifi eds
Winter solstice is an exciting time of year when we all start dreaming of more sun more light and more inspiration Continuing the gemstone theme I would like to draw your attention to the very lovely and sparkling sunstone also known as heliolite It is the official gemstone of the US state of Oregon which is a prime source for this beautiful gem The name heliolite is derived from the Greek lsquoheliosrsquo and lsquolithosrsquo which mean lsquosunrsquo and lsquostonersquo It was first discovered in Viking burial mounds but despite its long history is not found in abundance
Sunstone is metallic in appearance and comes in red orange or green colours However cleaner red sunstone is very rare and commands proper gemstone prices The stone is a composite of oligoclase feldspar which also contains hematite or goethite The presence of hematite or goethite gives the stone its ability to reflect light hence the name sunstone Sunstone is said to be an inspiration stone able to bestow freedom independence and happiness It also said to reduce fear alleviate stress and bring good luck in any game of chance This sparkly stone has a further use in healing and is believed to endow its wearers with enhanced self-healing powers Other properties
Shine
By Evelina Kvartunaite
ndash
lsquoDreaming of more sun more light and more inspirationrsquo
ndash
include stimulating the vegetative autonomic nervous system and enhancing the harmonious functioning of all the bodyrsquos organs It is also quite helpful in cases of exhaustion due to lack of sleep
The gemstone is used to treat chronic sore throats and relieves pain caused by stomach ulcers It has proved successful in alleviating Seasonal Affective Disorder (or SAD) and is also known for relieving cartilage problems rheumatism and general aches and pains Sunstone helps in dealing with depression and frees its wearers from feelings of discrimination and failure as well as from perceptions of an lsquoevil worldrsquo Sunstone increases a personrsquos sense of self-esteem and self-worth
Sunstone is particularly beneficial when used in sunshine or sunlight It brings abundance to a personrsquos life and transforms negative energy into positive energy
If you have any other helpful tips you would like to share please let me know at evelinakvartunaiteconsultancymarketmediacom
76health amp well-being
ndash
lsquoBestow freedom independence and happinessrsquo
ndash
ndash
lsquoIt has proved successful in alleviating Seasonal Affective
Disorderrsquo
ndash
77health amp well-being
world this lsquotrickeryrsquo has moved online With todayrsquos short attention spans the potential to draw users to a website and retain them is a crucial skill which is rewarded by the revenue that can be generated based on how long a user stays on a website Link-baiting should have been foreseen since it is inevitable
Every click on a website is a revenue-generating moment in terms of advertising The amount of adverts to which you can expose an online user as they click to and through your website is the currency used to determine whether an advertising agency spends its budget on one publication over another Real journalism and insightful opinions once drove online traffic for web publications but link-baiting is now seriously derailing this approach
Most of the time the story behind the sensational link does not live up to expectations A typical example of this can be found in the online edition of the Watford Observer on Tuesday 31 July 2012 The link-bait read ldquoCameron Diaz vows to kick drug habit with help of stepdadrdquo However following the link or falling for the bait led to the underwhelming story ldquoDrug user Cameron Diaz of Broomfield Rise Abbots Langley has sworn to clean up his act with the help of his stepfatherrdquo Although the story was factually correct the intention of the publication was to trick the
One of my previous articles described how online technology publications are subverting reality by not correctly echoing the sentiments of the consuming public Part of the cause of this is that usually in a bid to counter the majority of lacklustre stories floating around they subvert reality to make it more interesting How many non-geeks really care about the advantages of modelling parallelism on serial programs with the Intelreg Advisor XE Itrsquos certainly not a typically newsworthy story
As a result an annoying phenomenon has slowly been building momentum This is now quite evident all over the internet and is destroying good journalism The phenomenon is called Link-baiting Our trustworthy source of internet knowledge describes Link-bait(ing) as anything ldquointeresting enough to catch peoplersquos attentionrdquo (httpenwikipediaorgwikiLink_bait)
Link-baiting is synonymous with the sensational cover stories used on the front of magazines to entice people walking past to pick up the magazines and delve into them As with most things from the print
No news is good news
lsquoQuite evident all over the internet and is destroying good
journalismrsquo
By Simon Owusu
technology
TechBit Sio-Bytes
78
provider in America to the tune of US$ 400 million The initial story broke on the PRWEB website and the majority of online publications regurgitated the story with no additional insights such as the implications of such a deal which real journalism would call for None of them bothered to check the sources or the credibility of the story Millions of revenue-generating clicks later the more seasoned online publications such as CNN AllThings D and CNET broke the bigger story that the press release was fake and that both Google and ICOA Wireless had denied the story In a rush to break the story the first rule of journalism was contravened lsquoAlways check your sourcesrsquo
Given the transient nature of any false news stories posted on the internet these days the story quickly disappeared from most of the offending publications and today you will be hard pressed to find any mention of this slip-up The Sentinel we like to think always brings you the truth albeit typed on an iPad Mini so donrsquot count on us to follow such faulty phenomena and trends
online user into clicking on it due to the coincidental name-sharing of the Abbots Langley Cameron Diaz with the famous American actress Every link clicked demonstrates the potential for advertisers to reach larger audiences and generate revenue for the online publications
From the same school as link-baiting comes the phenomenon of lsquofirst past the postrsquo journalism within the advertising-driven online publication world In this type of journalism emphasis is placed on being first to publish or break a news story Online publications that are first to break a news story attract a high amount of traffic (which translates into large revenues generated by advertising) since they are the only source of that particular information for a short space of time Online users have no choice but to visit that particular site if they wish to read the scoop The downside of this is that in a bid to be first to reap the advertising revenues frequently news stories are not properly checked for credibility On Monday 26 November 2012 nearly every online technology publication published the story of Google purchasing ICOA Wireless a Wi-Fi hot-spot
lsquoFrequently news stories are not properly checked for credibilityrsquo
lsquolsquoAlways check your sourcesrsquorsquo
technology79
80classifi eds
81classifi eds
these people in business suits are rushing to check in their business cases Irsquom manoeuvring my 19-metre ski bag between them Strange looks and questions donrsquot surprise me anymore The looks whispers and questions Irsquove had while on trains from one place to the next or on the tram after going to the beach on my way to the indoor slope this summer On the one hand they made me feel like I was some strange creature from another planet but on the other they got me extra stoked up about what Irsquom doing
As I write this itrsquos a week after I checked in my bags and Irsquom sitting in my favourite coffee shop Cuppa Joersquos in Breckenridge Colorado Over the past five days Irsquove been getting up every morning at around 630 am and getting out at around 800am Anyone who knows me will probably raise an eyebrow at this When Irsquom working at home on my photos and stories for the White Freeski Magazine where Irsquom editor-in-chief or on freelance assignments my daily rhythm is completely the opposite But I guess thatrsquos the nice thing about jetlag
Itrsquos hard to describe the feeling of finally getting back
You know that feeling of bubbly excitement you get when you are getting ready to go and do something yoursquove been anticipating for a long long time It might be finally nailing that presentation to finish up university cooking a great dinner for friends or excitement about meeting up with someone
Getting my bags out from the basement after they had been collecting dust for the past eight months prompted those feelings to rush through my veins once again Even though I donrsquot mind being home going to the beach and rehabbing my knee and visiting friends in different countries over the summer all this has taken place in the city and Irsquove been missing the mountains terribly As Irsquom getting my bags out it makes me realise that it really is almost time for me to click into my skis again and breathe in the fresh mountain air
After packing it was finally time to get on my flight to Denver Colorado on Monday morning While all
white outBubbles of Excitement
By Ananda van Welij
Just another girl from a country without mountains addicted to snow
lsquoGo and do something yoursquove been anticipating for a long long timersquo
82sport
have ahead of me this winter Looking forward again instead of being bummed I try to focus on the bright side like I did while I was stuck at home rehabbing and walking on crutches Trying to be inspired by what I see around me and what others do and have instead of being frustrated by it
It makes me wonder about just working and meeting up with friends at home I know I have a privileged life as Irsquom sitting here but isnrsquot this something we all experience in our daily lives It can be hard to sit down let go of the frustration sadness and problems and look forward Itrsquos not always possible to do it overnight but I think that just trying makes you feel better and in the end it allows you to bubble with excitement again no matter if itrsquos for a day of skiing or for finishing that project
My new mission for this season is to stay positive and draw inspiration from the people and things around me Irsquoll let you know how Irsquom doing in three weeksrsquo time
onto my skis after being out for eight months due to a torn MCL Cruising down the hill feeling and hearing the snow crunch under my feet It might sound strange to you but to me itrsquos a special sort of magic I guess it has something to do with the dopamine your body makes while having a great rush of excitement Although Irsquom pretty tired right now and taking a day off from skiing just walking outside and knowing that I can go up the hill any moment I like makes me feel better
Being so excited to be back on the snow after an injury also has a downside It comes in the form of having to hold myself back Since my injury I havenrsquot been jumping or doing any crazy tricks Itrsquos hard seeing all my friends jump and having fun in the park knowing I really shouldnrsquot do any of that stuff yet My mind is screaming ldquoYou can do that toordquo But Irsquom scared of a repeat injury brought on by pushing myself too hard too fast I have to force myself to sit down talk to my friends and listen to their stories of having fun while being genuinely happy for them To enjoy the sun instead of freaking myself out eat some good food have a good laugh and think of all the fun trips I
lsquoExtra stoked up about what Irsquom doingrsquo
lsquoTo me itrsquos a special sort of magicrsquo
83sport
sport84
sport
sport85
sport
Get advice on housing rental contracts and apartments in Amsterdam
wwwwswonennlenglish
wwwconsultancymarketmediacom
- Account Manager Market Media- (Internship) International Marketing Executive
we are looking for
86classifieds
87classifieds
We have reached the point of the season when the outstanding manager of the first half has his team profiled and receives a pat on the back An overall lead at Xmas more often than not means that the team has peaked during the first half of the season before going on to show signs of weakness This season unusually we have a manager who has led strongly from the very early weeks but who still has a full supply of substitutes in reserve This bodes ill for the other managers as even though he has been professionally hunted down to the point that his lead is now meagre (or even gone by the time this is published) Steven Fockema still holds all the aces given that his reserves remain intact while the chasersrsquo have been used up to varying degrees
Daft3Punks
GK Tim Krul (newcastle United) 25m ndash Out injured from the beginning of September until the end of November No proper form assessment possible so far this season and his team are in apparent gradual creep towards the relegation zone Rating 825
deF Jose enrique (Liverpool) 35m ndash At a work-in-progress team Now playing regularly as a midfielder and showing positive form Rating 85
deF daniel Agger (Liverpool) 4m ndash Still more bluster and posing than glory Rating 825
deF Winston Reid (West Ham) 1m ndash Doing New Zealand proud in the Premier League at his price West Ham may not secure a greater number of clean sheets in the second half of the season however Rating 80
deF Jan Vertonghen (Tottenham Hotspur) 45m ndash Handsome driving Belgian vanilla One of the stars of the season thus far Rating 90
mId Gareth Bale (Tottenham Hotspur) 55m ndash The most impressive individual player in the current Premier League Rating 915
mId michu (Swansea city) 2m ndash Incredible value at his price A natural goal-scorer extraordinaire who also gets around and shows versatility Rating 90
mId Yaya Toure (manchester city) 45m ndash Nowhere close to his form of the previous season even if that can change in the second half of this one Rating 850
FWd Fabio Borini (Liverpool) 3m ndash Tipped here to eventually do well but long-term injury befell him just at the time he was settling into his new team and system Rating 80
FWd olivier Giroud (Arsenal) 45m ndash Has been nudging levels above average of late Rating 850
FWd Papiss cisse (newcastle United) 5m ndash Another player showing an astonishing fall from the excellence of the final third of the previous season Newcastle United appear to need re-styling quickly Rating 825
overall rating 9340 (max 100)
The New Year will only bring fireworks given the keen match-up between FFG-CL managers
By Denson Pierre
The Gold Room
88
sport
89sport
wwwczechtourismcom
CZECH REPUBLIC - STUNNINGLY DIFFERENT
90
classifi eds
ndash
lsquoBestow freedom independence and happinessrsquo
ndash
ndash
lsquoIt has proved successful in alleviating Seasonal Affective
Disorderrsquo
ndash
77health amp well-being
world this lsquotrickeryrsquo has moved online With todayrsquos short attention spans the potential to draw users to a website and retain them is a crucial skill which is rewarded by the revenue that can be generated based on how long a user stays on a website Link-baiting should have been foreseen since it is inevitable
Every click on a website is a revenue-generating moment in terms of advertising The amount of adverts to which you can expose an online user as they click to and through your website is the currency used to determine whether an advertising agency spends its budget on one publication over another Real journalism and insightful opinions once drove online traffic for web publications but link-baiting is now seriously derailing this approach
Most of the time the story behind the sensational link does not live up to expectations A typical example of this can be found in the online edition of the Watford Observer on Tuesday 31 July 2012 The link-bait read ldquoCameron Diaz vows to kick drug habit with help of stepdadrdquo However following the link or falling for the bait led to the underwhelming story ldquoDrug user Cameron Diaz of Broomfield Rise Abbots Langley has sworn to clean up his act with the help of his stepfatherrdquo Although the story was factually correct the intention of the publication was to trick the
One of my previous articles described how online technology publications are subverting reality by not correctly echoing the sentiments of the consuming public Part of the cause of this is that usually in a bid to counter the majority of lacklustre stories floating around they subvert reality to make it more interesting How many non-geeks really care about the advantages of modelling parallelism on serial programs with the Intelreg Advisor XE Itrsquos certainly not a typically newsworthy story
As a result an annoying phenomenon has slowly been building momentum This is now quite evident all over the internet and is destroying good journalism The phenomenon is called Link-baiting Our trustworthy source of internet knowledge describes Link-bait(ing) as anything ldquointeresting enough to catch peoplersquos attentionrdquo (httpenwikipediaorgwikiLink_bait)
Link-baiting is synonymous with the sensational cover stories used on the front of magazines to entice people walking past to pick up the magazines and delve into them As with most things from the print
No news is good news
lsquoQuite evident all over the internet and is destroying good
journalismrsquo
By Simon Owusu
technology
TechBit Sio-Bytes
78
provider in America to the tune of US$ 400 million The initial story broke on the PRWEB website and the majority of online publications regurgitated the story with no additional insights such as the implications of such a deal which real journalism would call for None of them bothered to check the sources or the credibility of the story Millions of revenue-generating clicks later the more seasoned online publications such as CNN AllThings D and CNET broke the bigger story that the press release was fake and that both Google and ICOA Wireless had denied the story In a rush to break the story the first rule of journalism was contravened lsquoAlways check your sourcesrsquo
Given the transient nature of any false news stories posted on the internet these days the story quickly disappeared from most of the offending publications and today you will be hard pressed to find any mention of this slip-up The Sentinel we like to think always brings you the truth albeit typed on an iPad Mini so donrsquot count on us to follow such faulty phenomena and trends
online user into clicking on it due to the coincidental name-sharing of the Abbots Langley Cameron Diaz with the famous American actress Every link clicked demonstrates the potential for advertisers to reach larger audiences and generate revenue for the online publications
From the same school as link-baiting comes the phenomenon of lsquofirst past the postrsquo journalism within the advertising-driven online publication world In this type of journalism emphasis is placed on being first to publish or break a news story Online publications that are first to break a news story attract a high amount of traffic (which translates into large revenues generated by advertising) since they are the only source of that particular information for a short space of time Online users have no choice but to visit that particular site if they wish to read the scoop The downside of this is that in a bid to be first to reap the advertising revenues frequently news stories are not properly checked for credibility On Monday 26 November 2012 nearly every online technology publication published the story of Google purchasing ICOA Wireless a Wi-Fi hot-spot
lsquoFrequently news stories are not properly checked for credibilityrsquo
lsquolsquoAlways check your sourcesrsquorsquo
technology79
80classifi eds
81classifi eds
these people in business suits are rushing to check in their business cases Irsquom manoeuvring my 19-metre ski bag between them Strange looks and questions donrsquot surprise me anymore The looks whispers and questions Irsquove had while on trains from one place to the next or on the tram after going to the beach on my way to the indoor slope this summer On the one hand they made me feel like I was some strange creature from another planet but on the other they got me extra stoked up about what Irsquom doing
As I write this itrsquos a week after I checked in my bags and Irsquom sitting in my favourite coffee shop Cuppa Joersquos in Breckenridge Colorado Over the past five days Irsquove been getting up every morning at around 630 am and getting out at around 800am Anyone who knows me will probably raise an eyebrow at this When Irsquom working at home on my photos and stories for the White Freeski Magazine where Irsquom editor-in-chief or on freelance assignments my daily rhythm is completely the opposite But I guess thatrsquos the nice thing about jetlag
Itrsquos hard to describe the feeling of finally getting back
You know that feeling of bubbly excitement you get when you are getting ready to go and do something yoursquove been anticipating for a long long time It might be finally nailing that presentation to finish up university cooking a great dinner for friends or excitement about meeting up with someone
Getting my bags out from the basement after they had been collecting dust for the past eight months prompted those feelings to rush through my veins once again Even though I donrsquot mind being home going to the beach and rehabbing my knee and visiting friends in different countries over the summer all this has taken place in the city and Irsquove been missing the mountains terribly As Irsquom getting my bags out it makes me realise that it really is almost time for me to click into my skis again and breathe in the fresh mountain air
After packing it was finally time to get on my flight to Denver Colorado on Monday morning While all
white outBubbles of Excitement
By Ananda van Welij
Just another girl from a country without mountains addicted to snow
lsquoGo and do something yoursquove been anticipating for a long long timersquo
82sport
have ahead of me this winter Looking forward again instead of being bummed I try to focus on the bright side like I did while I was stuck at home rehabbing and walking on crutches Trying to be inspired by what I see around me and what others do and have instead of being frustrated by it
It makes me wonder about just working and meeting up with friends at home I know I have a privileged life as Irsquom sitting here but isnrsquot this something we all experience in our daily lives It can be hard to sit down let go of the frustration sadness and problems and look forward Itrsquos not always possible to do it overnight but I think that just trying makes you feel better and in the end it allows you to bubble with excitement again no matter if itrsquos for a day of skiing or for finishing that project
My new mission for this season is to stay positive and draw inspiration from the people and things around me Irsquoll let you know how Irsquom doing in three weeksrsquo time
onto my skis after being out for eight months due to a torn MCL Cruising down the hill feeling and hearing the snow crunch under my feet It might sound strange to you but to me itrsquos a special sort of magic I guess it has something to do with the dopamine your body makes while having a great rush of excitement Although Irsquom pretty tired right now and taking a day off from skiing just walking outside and knowing that I can go up the hill any moment I like makes me feel better
Being so excited to be back on the snow after an injury also has a downside It comes in the form of having to hold myself back Since my injury I havenrsquot been jumping or doing any crazy tricks Itrsquos hard seeing all my friends jump and having fun in the park knowing I really shouldnrsquot do any of that stuff yet My mind is screaming ldquoYou can do that toordquo But Irsquom scared of a repeat injury brought on by pushing myself too hard too fast I have to force myself to sit down talk to my friends and listen to their stories of having fun while being genuinely happy for them To enjoy the sun instead of freaking myself out eat some good food have a good laugh and think of all the fun trips I
lsquoExtra stoked up about what Irsquom doingrsquo
lsquoTo me itrsquos a special sort of magicrsquo
83sport
sport84
sport
sport85
sport
Get advice on housing rental contracts and apartments in Amsterdam
wwwwswonennlenglish
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We have reached the point of the season when the outstanding manager of the first half has his team profiled and receives a pat on the back An overall lead at Xmas more often than not means that the team has peaked during the first half of the season before going on to show signs of weakness This season unusually we have a manager who has led strongly from the very early weeks but who still has a full supply of substitutes in reserve This bodes ill for the other managers as even though he has been professionally hunted down to the point that his lead is now meagre (or even gone by the time this is published) Steven Fockema still holds all the aces given that his reserves remain intact while the chasersrsquo have been used up to varying degrees
Daft3Punks
GK Tim Krul (newcastle United) 25m ndash Out injured from the beginning of September until the end of November No proper form assessment possible so far this season and his team are in apparent gradual creep towards the relegation zone Rating 825
deF Jose enrique (Liverpool) 35m ndash At a work-in-progress team Now playing regularly as a midfielder and showing positive form Rating 85
deF daniel Agger (Liverpool) 4m ndash Still more bluster and posing than glory Rating 825
deF Winston Reid (West Ham) 1m ndash Doing New Zealand proud in the Premier League at his price West Ham may not secure a greater number of clean sheets in the second half of the season however Rating 80
deF Jan Vertonghen (Tottenham Hotspur) 45m ndash Handsome driving Belgian vanilla One of the stars of the season thus far Rating 90
mId Gareth Bale (Tottenham Hotspur) 55m ndash The most impressive individual player in the current Premier League Rating 915
mId michu (Swansea city) 2m ndash Incredible value at his price A natural goal-scorer extraordinaire who also gets around and shows versatility Rating 90
mId Yaya Toure (manchester city) 45m ndash Nowhere close to his form of the previous season even if that can change in the second half of this one Rating 850
FWd Fabio Borini (Liverpool) 3m ndash Tipped here to eventually do well but long-term injury befell him just at the time he was settling into his new team and system Rating 80
FWd olivier Giroud (Arsenal) 45m ndash Has been nudging levels above average of late Rating 850
FWd Papiss cisse (newcastle United) 5m ndash Another player showing an astonishing fall from the excellence of the final third of the previous season Newcastle United appear to need re-styling quickly Rating 825
overall rating 9340 (max 100)
The New Year will only bring fireworks given the keen match-up between FFG-CL managers
By Denson Pierre
The Gold Room
88
sport
89sport
wwwczechtourismcom
CZECH REPUBLIC - STUNNINGLY DIFFERENT
90
classifi eds
world this lsquotrickeryrsquo has moved online With todayrsquos short attention spans the potential to draw users to a website and retain them is a crucial skill which is rewarded by the revenue that can be generated based on how long a user stays on a website Link-baiting should have been foreseen since it is inevitable
Every click on a website is a revenue-generating moment in terms of advertising The amount of adverts to which you can expose an online user as they click to and through your website is the currency used to determine whether an advertising agency spends its budget on one publication over another Real journalism and insightful opinions once drove online traffic for web publications but link-baiting is now seriously derailing this approach
Most of the time the story behind the sensational link does not live up to expectations A typical example of this can be found in the online edition of the Watford Observer on Tuesday 31 July 2012 The link-bait read ldquoCameron Diaz vows to kick drug habit with help of stepdadrdquo However following the link or falling for the bait led to the underwhelming story ldquoDrug user Cameron Diaz of Broomfield Rise Abbots Langley has sworn to clean up his act with the help of his stepfatherrdquo Although the story was factually correct the intention of the publication was to trick the
One of my previous articles described how online technology publications are subverting reality by not correctly echoing the sentiments of the consuming public Part of the cause of this is that usually in a bid to counter the majority of lacklustre stories floating around they subvert reality to make it more interesting How many non-geeks really care about the advantages of modelling parallelism on serial programs with the Intelreg Advisor XE Itrsquos certainly not a typically newsworthy story
As a result an annoying phenomenon has slowly been building momentum This is now quite evident all over the internet and is destroying good journalism The phenomenon is called Link-baiting Our trustworthy source of internet knowledge describes Link-bait(ing) as anything ldquointeresting enough to catch peoplersquos attentionrdquo (httpenwikipediaorgwikiLink_bait)
Link-baiting is synonymous with the sensational cover stories used on the front of magazines to entice people walking past to pick up the magazines and delve into them As with most things from the print
No news is good news
lsquoQuite evident all over the internet and is destroying good
journalismrsquo
By Simon Owusu
technology
TechBit Sio-Bytes
78
provider in America to the tune of US$ 400 million The initial story broke on the PRWEB website and the majority of online publications regurgitated the story with no additional insights such as the implications of such a deal which real journalism would call for None of them bothered to check the sources or the credibility of the story Millions of revenue-generating clicks later the more seasoned online publications such as CNN AllThings D and CNET broke the bigger story that the press release was fake and that both Google and ICOA Wireless had denied the story In a rush to break the story the first rule of journalism was contravened lsquoAlways check your sourcesrsquo
Given the transient nature of any false news stories posted on the internet these days the story quickly disappeared from most of the offending publications and today you will be hard pressed to find any mention of this slip-up The Sentinel we like to think always brings you the truth albeit typed on an iPad Mini so donrsquot count on us to follow such faulty phenomena and trends
online user into clicking on it due to the coincidental name-sharing of the Abbots Langley Cameron Diaz with the famous American actress Every link clicked demonstrates the potential for advertisers to reach larger audiences and generate revenue for the online publications
From the same school as link-baiting comes the phenomenon of lsquofirst past the postrsquo journalism within the advertising-driven online publication world In this type of journalism emphasis is placed on being first to publish or break a news story Online publications that are first to break a news story attract a high amount of traffic (which translates into large revenues generated by advertising) since they are the only source of that particular information for a short space of time Online users have no choice but to visit that particular site if they wish to read the scoop The downside of this is that in a bid to be first to reap the advertising revenues frequently news stories are not properly checked for credibility On Monday 26 November 2012 nearly every online technology publication published the story of Google purchasing ICOA Wireless a Wi-Fi hot-spot
lsquoFrequently news stories are not properly checked for credibilityrsquo
lsquolsquoAlways check your sourcesrsquorsquo
technology79
80classifi eds
81classifi eds
these people in business suits are rushing to check in their business cases Irsquom manoeuvring my 19-metre ski bag between them Strange looks and questions donrsquot surprise me anymore The looks whispers and questions Irsquove had while on trains from one place to the next or on the tram after going to the beach on my way to the indoor slope this summer On the one hand they made me feel like I was some strange creature from another planet but on the other they got me extra stoked up about what Irsquom doing
As I write this itrsquos a week after I checked in my bags and Irsquom sitting in my favourite coffee shop Cuppa Joersquos in Breckenridge Colorado Over the past five days Irsquove been getting up every morning at around 630 am and getting out at around 800am Anyone who knows me will probably raise an eyebrow at this When Irsquom working at home on my photos and stories for the White Freeski Magazine where Irsquom editor-in-chief or on freelance assignments my daily rhythm is completely the opposite But I guess thatrsquos the nice thing about jetlag
Itrsquos hard to describe the feeling of finally getting back
You know that feeling of bubbly excitement you get when you are getting ready to go and do something yoursquove been anticipating for a long long time It might be finally nailing that presentation to finish up university cooking a great dinner for friends or excitement about meeting up with someone
Getting my bags out from the basement after they had been collecting dust for the past eight months prompted those feelings to rush through my veins once again Even though I donrsquot mind being home going to the beach and rehabbing my knee and visiting friends in different countries over the summer all this has taken place in the city and Irsquove been missing the mountains terribly As Irsquom getting my bags out it makes me realise that it really is almost time for me to click into my skis again and breathe in the fresh mountain air
After packing it was finally time to get on my flight to Denver Colorado on Monday morning While all
white outBubbles of Excitement
By Ananda van Welij
Just another girl from a country without mountains addicted to snow
lsquoGo and do something yoursquove been anticipating for a long long timersquo
82sport
have ahead of me this winter Looking forward again instead of being bummed I try to focus on the bright side like I did while I was stuck at home rehabbing and walking on crutches Trying to be inspired by what I see around me and what others do and have instead of being frustrated by it
It makes me wonder about just working and meeting up with friends at home I know I have a privileged life as Irsquom sitting here but isnrsquot this something we all experience in our daily lives It can be hard to sit down let go of the frustration sadness and problems and look forward Itrsquos not always possible to do it overnight but I think that just trying makes you feel better and in the end it allows you to bubble with excitement again no matter if itrsquos for a day of skiing or for finishing that project
My new mission for this season is to stay positive and draw inspiration from the people and things around me Irsquoll let you know how Irsquom doing in three weeksrsquo time
onto my skis after being out for eight months due to a torn MCL Cruising down the hill feeling and hearing the snow crunch under my feet It might sound strange to you but to me itrsquos a special sort of magic I guess it has something to do with the dopamine your body makes while having a great rush of excitement Although Irsquom pretty tired right now and taking a day off from skiing just walking outside and knowing that I can go up the hill any moment I like makes me feel better
Being so excited to be back on the snow after an injury also has a downside It comes in the form of having to hold myself back Since my injury I havenrsquot been jumping or doing any crazy tricks Itrsquos hard seeing all my friends jump and having fun in the park knowing I really shouldnrsquot do any of that stuff yet My mind is screaming ldquoYou can do that toordquo But Irsquom scared of a repeat injury brought on by pushing myself too hard too fast I have to force myself to sit down talk to my friends and listen to their stories of having fun while being genuinely happy for them To enjoy the sun instead of freaking myself out eat some good food have a good laugh and think of all the fun trips I
lsquoExtra stoked up about what Irsquom doingrsquo
lsquoTo me itrsquos a special sort of magicrsquo
83sport
sport84
sport
sport85
sport
Get advice on housing rental contracts and apartments in Amsterdam
wwwwswonennlenglish
wwwconsultancymarketmediacom
- Account Manager Market Media- (Internship) International Marketing Executive
we are looking for
86classifieds
87classifieds
We have reached the point of the season when the outstanding manager of the first half has his team profiled and receives a pat on the back An overall lead at Xmas more often than not means that the team has peaked during the first half of the season before going on to show signs of weakness This season unusually we have a manager who has led strongly from the very early weeks but who still has a full supply of substitutes in reserve This bodes ill for the other managers as even though he has been professionally hunted down to the point that his lead is now meagre (or even gone by the time this is published) Steven Fockema still holds all the aces given that his reserves remain intact while the chasersrsquo have been used up to varying degrees
Daft3Punks
GK Tim Krul (newcastle United) 25m ndash Out injured from the beginning of September until the end of November No proper form assessment possible so far this season and his team are in apparent gradual creep towards the relegation zone Rating 825
deF Jose enrique (Liverpool) 35m ndash At a work-in-progress team Now playing regularly as a midfielder and showing positive form Rating 85
deF daniel Agger (Liverpool) 4m ndash Still more bluster and posing than glory Rating 825
deF Winston Reid (West Ham) 1m ndash Doing New Zealand proud in the Premier League at his price West Ham may not secure a greater number of clean sheets in the second half of the season however Rating 80
deF Jan Vertonghen (Tottenham Hotspur) 45m ndash Handsome driving Belgian vanilla One of the stars of the season thus far Rating 90
mId Gareth Bale (Tottenham Hotspur) 55m ndash The most impressive individual player in the current Premier League Rating 915
mId michu (Swansea city) 2m ndash Incredible value at his price A natural goal-scorer extraordinaire who also gets around and shows versatility Rating 90
mId Yaya Toure (manchester city) 45m ndash Nowhere close to his form of the previous season even if that can change in the second half of this one Rating 850
FWd Fabio Borini (Liverpool) 3m ndash Tipped here to eventually do well but long-term injury befell him just at the time he was settling into his new team and system Rating 80
FWd olivier Giroud (Arsenal) 45m ndash Has been nudging levels above average of late Rating 850
FWd Papiss cisse (newcastle United) 5m ndash Another player showing an astonishing fall from the excellence of the final third of the previous season Newcastle United appear to need re-styling quickly Rating 825
overall rating 9340 (max 100)
The New Year will only bring fireworks given the keen match-up between FFG-CL managers
By Denson Pierre
The Gold Room
88
sport
89sport
wwwczechtourismcom
CZECH REPUBLIC - STUNNINGLY DIFFERENT
90
classifi eds
provider in America to the tune of US$ 400 million The initial story broke on the PRWEB website and the majority of online publications regurgitated the story with no additional insights such as the implications of such a deal which real journalism would call for None of them bothered to check the sources or the credibility of the story Millions of revenue-generating clicks later the more seasoned online publications such as CNN AllThings D and CNET broke the bigger story that the press release was fake and that both Google and ICOA Wireless had denied the story In a rush to break the story the first rule of journalism was contravened lsquoAlways check your sourcesrsquo
Given the transient nature of any false news stories posted on the internet these days the story quickly disappeared from most of the offending publications and today you will be hard pressed to find any mention of this slip-up The Sentinel we like to think always brings you the truth albeit typed on an iPad Mini so donrsquot count on us to follow such faulty phenomena and trends
online user into clicking on it due to the coincidental name-sharing of the Abbots Langley Cameron Diaz with the famous American actress Every link clicked demonstrates the potential for advertisers to reach larger audiences and generate revenue for the online publications
From the same school as link-baiting comes the phenomenon of lsquofirst past the postrsquo journalism within the advertising-driven online publication world In this type of journalism emphasis is placed on being first to publish or break a news story Online publications that are first to break a news story attract a high amount of traffic (which translates into large revenues generated by advertising) since they are the only source of that particular information for a short space of time Online users have no choice but to visit that particular site if they wish to read the scoop The downside of this is that in a bid to be first to reap the advertising revenues frequently news stories are not properly checked for credibility On Monday 26 November 2012 nearly every online technology publication published the story of Google purchasing ICOA Wireless a Wi-Fi hot-spot
lsquoFrequently news stories are not properly checked for credibilityrsquo
lsquolsquoAlways check your sourcesrsquorsquo
technology79
80classifi eds
81classifi eds
these people in business suits are rushing to check in their business cases Irsquom manoeuvring my 19-metre ski bag between them Strange looks and questions donrsquot surprise me anymore The looks whispers and questions Irsquove had while on trains from one place to the next or on the tram after going to the beach on my way to the indoor slope this summer On the one hand they made me feel like I was some strange creature from another planet but on the other they got me extra stoked up about what Irsquom doing
As I write this itrsquos a week after I checked in my bags and Irsquom sitting in my favourite coffee shop Cuppa Joersquos in Breckenridge Colorado Over the past five days Irsquove been getting up every morning at around 630 am and getting out at around 800am Anyone who knows me will probably raise an eyebrow at this When Irsquom working at home on my photos and stories for the White Freeski Magazine where Irsquom editor-in-chief or on freelance assignments my daily rhythm is completely the opposite But I guess thatrsquos the nice thing about jetlag
Itrsquos hard to describe the feeling of finally getting back
You know that feeling of bubbly excitement you get when you are getting ready to go and do something yoursquove been anticipating for a long long time It might be finally nailing that presentation to finish up university cooking a great dinner for friends or excitement about meeting up with someone
Getting my bags out from the basement after they had been collecting dust for the past eight months prompted those feelings to rush through my veins once again Even though I donrsquot mind being home going to the beach and rehabbing my knee and visiting friends in different countries over the summer all this has taken place in the city and Irsquove been missing the mountains terribly As Irsquom getting my bags out it makes me realise that it really is almost time for me to click into my skis again and breathe in the fresh mountain air
After packing it was finally time to get on my flight to Denver Colorado on Monday morning While all
white outBubbles of Excitement
By Ananda van Welij
Just another girl from a country without mountains addicted to snow
lsquoGo and do something yoursquove been anticipating for a long long timersquo
82sport
have ahead of me this winter Looking forward again instead of being bummed I try to focus on the bright side like I did while I was stuck at home rehabbing and walking on crutches Trying to be inspired by what I see around me and what others do and have instead of being frustrated by it
It makes me wonder about just working and meeting up with friends at home I know I have a privileged life as Irsquom sitting here but isnrsquot this something we all experience in our daily lives It can be hard to sit down let go of the frustration sadness and problems and look forward Itrsquos not always possible to do it overnight but I think that just trying makes you feel better and in the end it allows you to bubble with excitement again no matter if itrsquos for a day of skiing or for finishing that project
My new mission for this season is to stay positive and draw inspiration from the people and things around me Irsquoll let you know how Irsquom doing in three weeksrsquo time
onto my skis after being out for eight months due to a torn MCL Cruising down the hill feeling and hearing the snow crunch under my feet It might sound strange to you but to me itrsquos a special sort of magic I guess it has something to do with the dopamine your body makes while having a great rush of excitement Although Irsquom pretty tired right now and taking a day off from skiing just walking outside and knowing that I can go up the hill any moment I like makes me feel better
Being so excited to be back on the snow after an injury also has a downside It comes in the form of having to hold myself back Since my injury I havenrsquot been jumping or doing any crazy tricks Itrsquos hard seeing all my friends jump and having fun in the park knowing I really shouldnrsquot do any of that stuff yet My mind is screaming ldquoYou can do that toordquo But Irsquom scared of a repeat injury brought on by pushing myself too hard too fast I have to force myself to sit down talk to my friends and listen to their stories of having fun while being genuinely happy for them To enjoy the sun instead of freaking myself out eat some good food have a good laugh and think of all the fun trips I
lsquoExtra stoked up about what Irsquom doingrsquo
lsquoTo me itrsquos a special sort of magicrsquo
83sport
sport84
sport
sport85
sport
Get advice on housing rental contracts and apartments in Amsterdam
wwwwswonennlenglish
wwwconsultancymarketmediacom
- Account Manager Market Media- (Internship) International Marketing Executive
we are looking for
86classifieds
87classifieds
We have reached the point of the season when the outstanding manager of the first half has his team profiled and receives a pat on the back An overall lead at Xmas more often than not means that the team has peaked during the first half of the season before going on to show signs of weakness This season unusually we have a manager who has led strongly from the very early weeks but who still has a full supply of substitutes in reserve This bodes ill for the other managers as even though he has been professionally hunted down to the point that his lead is now meagre (or even gone by the time this is published) Steven Fockema still holds all the aces given that his reserves remain intact while the chasersrsquo have been used up to varying degrees
Daft3Punks
GK Tim Krul (newcastle United) 25m ndash Out injured from the beginning of September until the end of November No proper form assessment possible so far this season and his team are in apparent gradual creep towards the relegation zone Rating 825
deF Jose enrique (Liverpool) 35m ndash At a work-in-progress team Now playing regularly as a midfielder and showing positive form Rating 85
deF daniel Agger (Liverpool) 4m ndash Still more bluster and posing than glory Rating 825
deF Winston Reid (West Ham) 1m ndash Doing New Zealand proud in the Premier League at his price West Ham may not secure a greater number of clean sheets in the second half of the season however Rating 80
deF Jan Vertonghen (Tottenham Hotspur) 45m ndash Handsome driving Belgian vanilla One of the stars of the season thus far Rating 90
mId Gareth Bale (Tottenham Hotspur) 55m ndash The most impressive individual player in the current Premier League Rating 915
mId michu (Swansea city) 2m ndash Incredible value at his price A natural goal-scorer extraordinaire who also gets around and shows versatility Rating 90
mId Yaya Toure (manchester city) 45m ndash Nowhere close to his form of the previous season even if that can change in the second half of this one Rating 850
FWd Fabio Borini (Liverpool) 3m ndash Tipped here to eventually do well but long-term injury befell him just at the time he was settling into his new team and system Rating 80
FWd olivier Giroud (Arsenal) 45m ndash Has been nudging levels above average of late Rating 850
FWd Papiss cisse (newcastle United) 5m ndash Another player showing an astonishing fall from the excellence of the final third of the previous season Newcastle United appear to need re-styling quickly Rating 825
overall rating 9340 (max 100)
The New Year will only bring fireworks given the keen match-up between FFG-CL managers
By Denson Pierre
The Gold Room
88
sport
89sport
wwwczechtourismcom
CZECH REPUBLIC - STUNNINGLY DIFFERENT
90
classifi eds
80classifi eds
81classifi eds
these people in business suits are rushing to check in their business cases Irsquom manoeuvring my 19-metre ski bag between them Strange looks and questions donrsquot surprise me anymore The looks whispers and questions Irsquove had while on trains from one place to the next or on the tram after going to the beach on my way to the indoor slope this summer On the one hand they made me feel like I was some strange creature from another planet but on the other they got me extra stoked up about what Irsquom doing
As I write this itrsquos a week after I checked in my bags and Irsquom sitting in my favourite coffee shop Cuppa Joersquos in Breckenridge Colorado Over the past five days Irsquove been getting up every morning at around 630 am and getting out at around 800am Anyone who knows me will probably raise an eyebrow at this When Irsquom working at home on my photos and stories for the White Freeski Magazine where Irsquom editor-in-chief or on freelance assignments my daily rhythm is completely the opposite But I guess thatrsquos the nice thing about jetlag
Itrsquos hard to describe the feeling of finally getting back
You know that feeling of bubbly excitement you get when you are getting ready to go and do something yoursquove been anticipating for a long long time It might be finally nailing that presentation to finish up university cooking a great dinner for friends or excitement about meeting up with someone
Getting my bags out from the basement after they had been collecting dust for the past eight months prompted those feelings to rush through my veins once again Even though I donrsquot mind being home going to the beach and rehabbing my knee and visiting friends in different countries over the summer all this has taken place in the city and Irsquove been missing the mountains terribly As Irsquom getting my bags out it makes me realise that it really is almost time for me to click into my skis again and breathe in the fresh mountain air
After packing it was finally time to get on my flight to Denver Colorado on Monday morning While all
white outBubbles of Excitement
By Ananda van Welij
Just another girl from a country without mountains addicted to snow
lsquoGo and do something yoursquove been anticipating for a long long timersquo
82sport
have ahead of me this winter Looking forward again instead of being bummed I try to focus on the bright side like I did while I was stuck at home rehabbing and walking on crutches Trying to be inspired by what I see around me and what others do and have instead of being frustrated by it
It makes me wonder about just working and meeting up with friends at home I know I have a privileged life as Irsquom sitting here but isnrsquot this something we all experience in our daily lives It can be hard to sit down let go of the frustration sadness and problems and look forward Itrsquos not always possible to do it overnight but I think that just trying makes you feel better and in the end it allows you to bubble with excitement again no matter if itrsquos for a day of skiing or for finishing that project
My new mission for this season is to stay positive and draw inspiration from the people and things around me Irsquoll let you know how Irsquom doing in three weeksrsquo time
onto my skis after being out for eight months due to a torn MCL Cruising down the hill feeling and hearing the snow crunch under my feet It might sound strange to you but to me itrsquos a special sort of magic I guess it has something to do with the dopamine your body makes while having a great rush of excitement Although Irsquom pretty tired right now and taking a day off from skiing just walking outside and knowing that I can go up the hill any moment I like makes me feel better
Being so excited to be back on the snow after an injury also has a downside It comes in the form of having to hold myself back Since my injury I havenrsquot been jumping or doing any crazy tricks Itrsquos hard seeing all my friends jump and having fun in the park knowing I really shouldnrsquot do any of that stuff yet My mind is screaming ldquoYou can do that toordquo But Irsquom scared of a repeat injury brought on by pushing myself too hard too fast I have to force myself to sit down talk to my friends and listen to their stories of having fun while being genuinely happy for them To enjoy the sun instead of freaking myself out eat some good food have a good laugh and think of all the fun trips I
lsquoExtra stoked up about what Irsquom doingrsquo
lsquoTo me itrsquos a special sort of magicrsquo
83sport
sport84
sport
sport85
sport
Get advice on housing rental contracts and apartments in Amsterdam
wwwwswonennlenglish
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86classifieds
87classifieds
We have reached the point of the season when the outstanding manager of the first half has his team profiled and receives a pat on the back An overall lead at Xmas more often than not means that the team has peaked during the first half of the season before going on to show signs of weakness This season unusually we have a manager who has led strongly from the very early weeks but who still has a full supply of substitutes in reserve This bodes ill for the other managers as even though he has been professionally hunted down to the point that his lead is now meagre (or even gone by the time this is published) Steven Fockema still holds all the aces given that his reserves remain intact while the chasersrsquo have been used up to varying degrees
Daft3Punks
GK Tim Krul (newcastle United) 25m ndash Out injured from the beginning of September until the end of November No proper form assessment possible so far this season and his team are in apparent gradual creep towards the relegation zone Rating 825
deF Jose enrique (Liverpool) 35m ndash At a work-in-progress team Now playing regularly as a midfielder and showing positive form Rating 85
deF daniel Agger (Liverpool) 4m ndash Still more bluster and posing than glory Rating 825
deF Winston Reid (West Ham) 1m ndash Doing New Zealand proud in the Premier League at his price West Ham may not secure a greater number of clean sheets in the second half of the season however Rating 80
deF Jan Vertonghen (Tottenham Hotspur) 45m ndash Handsome driving Belgian vanilla One of the stars of the season thus far Rating 90
mId Gareth Bale (Tottenham Hotspur) 55m ndash The most impressive individual player in the current Premier League Rating 915
mId michu (Swansea city) 2m ndash Incredible value at his price A natural goal-scorer extraordinaire who also gets around and shows versatility Rating 90
mId Yaya Toure (manchester city) 45m ndash Nowhere close to his form of the previous season even if that can change in the second half of this one Rating 850
FWd Fabio Borini (Liverpool) 3m ndash Tipped here to eventually do well but long-term injury befell him just at the time he was settling into his new team and system Rating 80
FWd olivier Giroud (Arsenal) 45m ndash Has been nudging levels above average of late Rating 850
FWd Papiss cisse (newcastle United) 5m ndash Another player showing an astonishing fall from the excellence of the final third of the previous season Newcastle United appear to need re-styling quickly Rating 825
overall rating 9340 (max 100)
The New Year will only bring fireworks given the keen match-up between FFG-CL managers
By Denson Pierre
The Gold Room
88
sport
89sport
wwwczechtourismcom
CZECH REPUBLIC - STUNNINGLY DIFFERENT
90
classifi eds
81classifi eds
these people in business suits are rushing to check in their business cases Irsquom manoeuvring my 19-metre ski bag between them Strange looks and questions donrsquot surprise me anymore The looks whispers and questions Irsquove had while on trains from one place to the next or on the tram after going to the beach on my way to the indoor slope this summer On the one hand they made me feel like I was some strange creature from another planet but on the other they got me extra stoked up about what Irsquom doing
As I write this itrsquos a week after I checked in my bags and Irsquom sitting in my favourite coffee shop Cuppa Joersquos in Breckenridge Colorado Over the past five days Irsquove been getting up every morning at around 630 am and getting out at around 800am Anyone who knows me will probably raise an eyebrow at this When Irsquom working at home on my photos and stories for the White Freeski Magazine where Irsquom editor-in-chief or on freelance assignments my daily rhythm is completely the opposite But I guess thatrsquos the nice thing about jetlag
Itrsquos hard to describe the feeling of finally getting back
You know that feeling of bubbly excitement you get when you are getting ready to go and do something yoursquove been anticipating for a long long time It might be finally nailing that presentation to finish up university cooking a great dinner for friends or excitement about meeting up with someone
Getting my bags out from the basement after they had been collecting dust for the past eight months prompted those feelings to rush through my veins once again Even though I donrsquot mind being home going to the beach and rehabbing my knee and visiting friends in different countries over the summer all this has taken place in the city and Irsquove been missing the mountains terribly As Irsquom getting my bags out it makes me realise that it really is almost time for me to click into my skis again and breathe in the fresh mountain air
After packing it was finally time to get on my flight to Denver Colorado on Monday morning While all
white outBubbles of Excitement
By Ananda van Welij
Just another girl from a country without mountains addicted to snow
lsquoGo and do something yoursquove been anticipating for a long long timersquo
82sport
have ahead of me this winter Looking forward again instead of being bummed I try to focus on the bright side like I did while I was stuck at home rehabbing and walking on crutches Trying to be inspired by what I see around me and what others do and have instead of being frustrated by it
It makes me wonder about just working and meeting up with friends at home I know I have a privileged life as Irsquom sitting here but isnrsquot this something we all experience in our daily lives It can be hard to sit down let go of the frustration sadness and problems and look forward Itrsquos not always possible to do it overnight but I think that just trying makes you feel better and in the end it allows you to bubble with excitement again no matter if itrsquos for a day of skiing or for finishing that project
My new mission for this season is to stay positive and draw inspiration from the people and things around me Irsquoll let you know how Irsquom doing in three weeksrsquo time
onto my skis after being out for eight months due to a torn MCL Cruising down the hill feeling and hearing the snow crunch under my feet It might sound strange to you but to me itrsquos a special sort of magic I guess it has something to do with the dopamine your body makes while having a great rush of excitement Although Irsquom pretty tired right now and taking a day off from skiing just walking outside and knowing that I can go up the hill any moment I like makes me feel better
Being so excited to be back on the snow after an injury also has a downside It comes in the form of having to hold myself back Since my injury I havenrsquot been jumping or doing any crazy tricks Itrsquos hard seeing all my friends jump and having fun in the park knowing I really shouldnrsquot do any of that stuff yet My mind is screaming ldquoYou can do that toordquo But Irsquom scared of a repeat injury brought on by pushing myself too hard too fast I have to force myself to sit down talk to my friends and listen to their stories of having fun while being genuinely happy for them To enjoy the sun instead of freaking myself out eat some good food have a good laugh and think of all the fun trips I
lsquoExtra stoked up about what Irsquom doingrsquo
lsquoTo me itrsquos a special sort of magicrsquo
83sport
sport84
sport
sport85
sport
Get advice on housing rental contracts and apartments in Amsterdam
wwwwswonennlenglish
wwwconsultancymarketmediacom
- Account Manager Market Media- (Internship) International Marketing Executive
we are looking for
86classifieds
87classifieds
We have reached the point of the season when the outstanding manager of the first half has his team profiled and receives a pat on the back An overall lead at Xmas more often than not means that the team has peaked during the first half of the season before going on to show signs of weakness This season unusually we have a manager who has led strongly from the very early weeks but who still has a full supply of substitutes in reserve This bodes ill for the other managers as even though he has been professionally hunted down to the point that his lead is now meagre (or even gone by the time this is published) Steven Fockema still holds all the aces given that his reserves remain intact while the chasersrsquo have been used up to varying degrees
Daft3Punks
GK Tim Krul (newcastle United) 25m ndash Out injured from the beginning of September until the end of November No proper form assessment possible so far this season and his team are in apparent gradual creep towards the relegation zone Rating 825
deF Jose enrique (Liverpool) 35m ndash At a work-in-progress team Now playing regularly as a midfielder and showing positive form Rating 85
deF daniel Agger (Liverpool) 4m ndash Still more bluster and posing than glory Rating 825
deF Winston Reid (West Ham) 1m ndash Doing New Zealand proud in the Premier League at his price West Ham may not secure a greater number of clean sheets in the second half of the season however Rating 80
deF Jan Vertonghen (Tottenham Hotspur) 45m ndash Handsome driving Belgian vanilla One of the stars of the season thus far Rating 90
mId Gareth Bale (Tottenham Hotspur) 55m ndash The most impressive individual player in the current Premier League Rating 915
mId michu (Swansea city) 2m ndash Incredible value at his price A natural goal-scorer extraordinaire who also gets around and shows versatility Rating 90
mId Yaya Toure (manchester city) 45m ndash Nowhere close to his form of the previous season even if that can change in the second half of this one Rating 850
FWd Fabio Borini (Liverpool) 3m ndash Tipped here to eventually do well but long-term injury befell him just at the time he was settling into his new team and system Rating 80
FWd olivier Giroud (Arsenal) 45m ndash Has been nudging levels above average of late Rating 850
FWd Papiss cisse (newcastle United) 5m ndash Another player showing an astonishing fall from the excellence of the final third of the previous season Newcastle United appear to need re-styling quickly Rating 825
overall rating 9340 (max 100)
The New Year will only bring fireworks given the keen match-up between FFG-CL managers
By Denson Pierre
The Gold Room
88
sport
89sport
wwwczechtourismcom
CZECH REPUBLIC - STUNNINGLY DIFFERENT
90
classifi eds
these people in business suits are rushing to check in their business cases Irsquom manoeuvring my 19-metre ski bag between them Strange looks and questions donrsquot surprise me anymore The looks whispers and questions Irsquove had while on trains from one place to the next or on the tram after going to the beach on my way to the indoor slope this summer On the one hand they made me feel like I was some strange creature from another planet but on the other they got me extra stoked up about what Irsquom doing
As I write this itrsquos a week after I checked in my bags and Irsquom sitting in my favourite coffee shop Cuppa Joersquos in Breckenridge Colorado Over the past five days Irsquove been getting up every morning at around 630 am and getting out at around 800am Anyone who knows me will probably raise an eyebrow at this When Irsquom working at home on my photos and stories for the White Freeski Magazine where Irsquom editor-in-chief or on freelance assignments my daily rhythm is completely the opposite But I guess thatrsquos the nice thing about jetlag
Itrsquos hard to describe the feeling of finally getting back
You know that feeling of bubbly excitement you get when you are getting ready to go and do something yoursquove been anticipating for a long long time It might be finally nailing that presentation to finish up university cooking a great dinner for friends or excitement about meeting up with someone
Getting my bags out from the basement after they had been collecting dust for the past eight months prompted those feelings to rush through my veins once again Even though I donrsquot mind being home going to the beach and rehabbing my knee and visiting friends in different countries over the summer all this has taken place in the city and Irsquove been missing the mountains terribly As Irsquom getting my bags out it makes me realise that it really is almost time for me to click into my skis again and breathe in the fresh mountain air
After packing it was finally time to get on my flight to Denver Colorado on Monday morning While all
white outBubbles of Excitement
By Ananda van Welij
Just another girl from a country without mountains addicted to snow
lsquoGo and do something yoursquove been anticipating for a long long timersquo
82sport
have ahead of me this winter Looking forward again instead of being bummed I try to focus on the bright side like I did while I was stuck at home rehabbing and walking on crutches Trying to be inspired by what I see around me and what others do and have instead of being frustrated by it
It makes me wonder about just working and meeting up with friends at home I know I have a privileged life as Irsquom sitting here but isnrsquot this something we all experience in our daily lives It can be hard to sit down let go of the frustration sadness and problems and look forward Itrsquos not always possible to do it overnight but I think that just trying makes you feel better and in the end it allows you to bubble with excitement again no matter if itrsquos for a day of skiing or for finishing that project
My new mission for this season is to stay positive and draw inspiration from the people and things around me Irsquoll let you know how Irsquom doing in three weeksrsquo time
onto my skis after being out for eight months due to a torn MCL Cruising down the hill feeling and hearing the snow crunch under my feet It might sound strange to you but to me itrsquos a special sort of magic I guess it has something to do with the dopamine your body makes while having a great rush of excitement Although Irsquom pretty tired right now and taking a day off from skiing just walking outside and knowing that I can go up the hill any moment I like makes me feel better
Being so excited to be back on the snow after an injury also has a downside It comes in the form of having to hold myself back Since my injury I havenrsquot been jumping or doing any crazy tricks Itrsquos hard seeing all my friends jump and having fun in the park knowing I really shouldnrsquot do any of that stuff yet My mind is screaming ldquoYou can do that toordquo But Irsquom scared of a repeat injury brought on by pushing myself too hard too fast I have to force myself to sit down talk to my friends and listen to their stories of having fun while being genuinely happy for them To enjoy the sun instead of freaking myself out eat some good food have a good laugh and think of all the fun trips I
lsquoExtra stoked up about what Irsquom doingrsquo
lsquoTo me itrsquos a special sort of magicrsquo
83sport
sport84
sport
sport85
sport
Get advice on housing rental contracts and apartments in Amsterdam
wwwwswonennlenglish
wwwconsultancymarketmediacom
- Account Manager Market Media- (Internship) International Marketing Executive
we are looking for
86classifieds
87classifieds
We have reached the point of the season when the outstanding manager of the first half has his team profiled and receives a pat on the back An overall lead at Xmas more often than not means that the team has peaked during the first half of the season before going on to show signs of weakness This season unusually we have a manager who has led strongly from the very early weeks but who still has a full supply of substitutes in reserve This bodes ill for the other managers as even though he has been professionally hunted down to the point that his lead is now meagre (or even gone by the time this is published) Steven Fockema still holds all the aces given that his reserves remain intact while the chasersrsquo have been used up to varying degrees
Daft3Punks
GK Tim Krul (newcastle United) 25m ndash Out injured from the beginning of September until the end of November No proper form assessment possible so far this season and his team are in apparent gradual creep towards the relegation zone Rating 825
deF Jose enrique (Liverpool) 35m ndash At a work-in-progress team Now playing regularly as a midfielder and showing positive form Rating 85
deF daniel Agger (Liverpool) 4m ndash Still more bluster and posing than glory Rating 825
deF Winston Reid (West Ham) 1m ndash Doing New Zealand proud in the Premier League at his price West Ham may not secure a greater number of clean sheets in the second half of the season however Rating 80
deF Jan Vertonghen (Tottenham Hotspur) 45m ndash Handsome driving Belgian vanilla One of the stars of the season thus far Rating 90
mId Gareth Bale (Tottenham Hotspur) 55m ndash The most impressive individual player in the current Premier League Rating 915
mId michu (Swansea city) 2m ndash Incredible value at his price A natural goal-scorer extraordinaire who also gets around and shows versatility Rating 90
mId Yaya Toure (manchester city) 45m ndash Nowhere close to his form of the previous season even if that can change in the second half of this one Rating 850
FWd Fabio Borini (Liverpool) 3m ndash Tipped here to eventually do well but long-term injury befell him just at the time he was settling into his new team and system Rating 80
FWd olivier Giroud (Arsenal) 45m ndash Has been nudging levels above average of late Rating 850
FWd Papiss cisse (newcastle United) 5m ndash Another player showing an astonishing fall from the excellence of the final third of the previous season Newcastle United appear to need re-styling quickly Rating 825
overall rating 9340 (max 100)
The New Year will only bring fireworks given the keen match-up between FFG-CL managers
By Denson Pierre
The Gold Room
88
sport
89sport
wwwczechtourismcom
CZECH REPUBLIC - STUNNINGLY DIFFERENT
90
classifi eds
have ahead of me this winter Looking forward again instead of being bummed I try to focus on the bright side like I did while I was stuck at home rehabbing and walking on crutches Trying to be inspired by what I see around me and what others do and have instead of being frustrated by it
It makes me wonder about just working and meeting up with friends at home I know I have a privileged life as Irsquom sitting here but isnrsquot this something we all experience in our daily lives It can be hard to sit down let go of the frustration sadness and problems and look forward Itrsquos not always possible to do it overnight but I think that just trying makes you feel better and in the end it allows you to bubble with excitement again no matter if itrsquos for a day of skiing or for finishing that project
My new mission for this season is to stay positive and draw inspiration from the people and things around me Irsquoll let you know how Irsquom doing in three weeksrsquo time
onto my skis after being out for eight months due to a torn MCL Cruising down the hill feeling and hearing the snow crunch under my feet It might sound strange to you but to me itrsquos a special sort of magic I guess it has something to do with the dopamine your body makes while having a great rush of excitement Although Irsquom pretty tired right now and taking a day off from skiing just walking outside and knowing that I can go up the hill any moment I like makes me feel better
Being so excited to be back on the snow after an injury also has a downside It comes in the form of having to hold myself back Since my injury I havenrsquot been jumping or doing any crazy tricks Itrsquos hard seeing all my friends jump and having fun in the park knowing I really shouldnrsquot do any of that stuff yet My mind is screaming ldquoYou can do that toordquo But Irsquom scared of a repeat injury brought on by pushing myself too hard too fast I have to force myself to sit down talk to my friends and listen to their stories of having fun while being genuinely happy for them To enjoy the sun instead of freaking myself out eat some good food have a good laugh and think of all the fun trips I
lsquoExtra stoked up about what Irsquom doingrsquo
lsquoTo me itrsquos a special sort of magicrsquo
83sport
sport84
sport
sport85
sport
Get advice on housing rental contracts and apartments in Amsterdam
wwwwswonennlenglish
wwwconsultancymarketmediacom
- Account Manager Market Media- (Internship) International Marketing Executive
we are looking for
86classifieds
87classifieds
We have reached the point of the season when the outstanding manager of the first half has his team profiled and receives a pat on the back An overall lead at Xmas more often than not means that the team has peaked during the first half of the season before going on to show signs of weakness This season unusually we have a manager who has led strongly from the very early weeks but who still has a full supply of substitutes in reserve This bodes ill for the other managers as even though he has been professionally hunted down to the point that his lead is now meagre (or even gone by the time this is published) Steven Fockema still holds all the aces given that his reserves remain intact while the chasersrsquo have been used up to varying degrees
Daft3Punks
GK Tim Krul (newcastle United) 25m ndash Out injured from the beginning of September until the end of November No proper form assessment possible so far this season and his team are in apparent gradual creep towards the relegation zone Rating 825
deF Jose enrique (Liverpool) 35m ndash At a work-in-progress team Now playing regularly as a midfielder and showing positive form Rating 85
deF daniel Agger (Liverpool) 4m ndash Still more bluster and posing than glory Rating 825
deF Winston Reid (West Ham) 1m ndash Doing New Zealand proud in the Premier League at his price West Ham may not secure a greater number of clean sheets in the second half of the season however Rating 80
deF Jan Vertonghen (Tottenham Hotspur) 45m ndash Handsome driving Belgian vanilla One of the stars of the season thus far Rating 90
mId Gareth Bale (Tottenham Hotspur) 55m ndash The most impressive individual player in the current Premier League Rating 915
mId michu (Swansea city) 2m ndash Incredible value at his price A natural goal-scorer extraordinaire who also gets around and shows versatility Rating 90
mId Yaya Toure (manchester city) 45m ndash Nowhere close to his form of the previous season even if that can change in the second half of this one Rating 850
FWd Fabio Borini (Liverpool) 3m ndash Tipped here to eventually do well but long-term injury befell him just at the time he was settling into his new team and system Rating 80
FWd olivier Giroud (Arsenal) 45m ndash Has been nudging levels above average of late Rating 850
FWd Papiss cisse (newcastle United) 5m ndash Another player showing an astonishing fall from the excellence of the final third of the previous season Newcastle United appear to need re-styling quickly Rating 825
overall rating 9340 (max 100)
The New Year will only bring fireworks given the keen match-up between FFG-CL managers
By Denson Pierre
The Gold Room
88
sport
89sport
wwwczechtourismcom
CZECH REPUBLIC - STUNNINGLY DIFFERENT
90
classifi eds
sport84
sport
sport85
sport
Get advice on housing rental contracts and apartments in Amsterdam
wwwwswonennlenglish
wwwconsultancymarketmediacom
- Account Manager Market Media- (Internship) International Marketing Executive
we are looking for
86classifieds
87classifieds
We have reached the point of the season when the outstanding manager of the first half has his team profiled and receives a pat on the back An overall lead at Xmas more often than not means that the team has peaked during the first half of the season before going on to show signs of weakness This season unusually we have a manager who has led strongly from the very early weeks but who still has a full supply of substitutes in reserve This bodes ill for the other managers as even though he has been professionally hunted down to the point that his lead is now meagre (or even gone by the time this is published) Steven Fockema still holds all the aces given that his reserves remain intact while the chasersrsquo have been used up to varying degrees
Daft3Punks
GK Tim Krul (newcastle United) 25m ndash Out injured from the beginning of September until the end of November No proper form assessment possible so far this season and his team are in apparent gradual creep towards the relegation zone Rating 825
deF Jose enrique (Liverpool) 35m ndash At a work-in-progress team Now playing regularly as a midfielder and showing positive form Rating 85
deF daniel Agger (Liverpool) 4m ndash Still more bluster and posing than glory Rating 825
deF Winston Reid (West Ham) 1m ndash Doing New Zealand proud in the Premier League at his price West Ham may not secure a greater number of clean sheets in the second half of the season however Rating 80
deF Jan Vertonghen (Tottenham Hotspur) 45m ndash Handsome driving Belgian vanilla One of the stars of the season thus far Rating 90
mId Gareth Bale (Tottenham Hotspur) 55m ndash The most impressive individual player in the current Premier League Rating 915
mId michu (Swansea city) 2m ndash Incredible value at his price A natural goal-scorer extraordinaire who also gets around and shows versatility Rating 90
mId Yaya Toure (manchester city) 45m ndash Nowhere close to his form of the previous season even if that can change in the second half of this one Rating 850
FWd Fabio Borini (Liverpool) 3m ndash Tipped here to eventually do well but long-term injury befell him just at the time he was settling into his new team and system Rating 80
FWd olivier Giroud (Arsenal) 45m ndash Has been nudging levels above average of late Rating 850
FWd Papiss cisse (newcastle United) 5m ndash Another player showing an astonishing fall from the excellence of the final third of the previous season Newcastle United appear to need re-styling quickly Rating 825
overall rating 9340 (max 100)
The New Year will only bring fireworks given the keen match-up between FFG-CL managers
By Denson Pierre
The Gold Room
88
sport
89sport
wwwczechtourismcom
CZECH REPUBLIC - STUNNINGLY DIFFERENT
90
classifi eds
sport85
sport
Get advice on housing rental contracts and apartments in Amsterdam
wwwwswonennlenglish
wwwconsultancymarketmediacom
- Account Manager Market Media- (Internship) International Marketing Executive
we are looking for
86classifieds
87classifieds
We have reached the point of the season when the outstanding manager of the first half has his team profiled and receives a pat on the back An overall lead at Xmas more often than not means that the team has peaked during the first half of the season before going on to show signs of weakness This season unusually we have a manager who has led strongly from the very early weeks but who still has a full supply of substitutes in reserve This bodes ill for the other managers as even though he has been professionally hunted down to the point that his lead is now meagre (or even gone by the time this is published) Steven Fockema still holds all the aces given that his reserves remain intact while the chasersrsquo have been used up to varying degrees
Daft3Punks
GK Tim Krul (newcastle United) 25m ndash Out injured from the beginning of September until the end of November No proper form assessment possible so far this season and his team are in apparent gradual creep towards the relegation zone Rating 825
deF Jose enrique (Liverpool) 35m ndash At a work-in-progress team Now playing regularly as a midfielder and showing positive form Rating 85
deF daniel Agger (Liverpool) 4m ndash Still more bluster and posing than glory Rating 825
deF Winston Reid (West Ham) 1m ndash Doing New Zealand proud in the Premier League at his price West Ham may not secure a greater number of clean sheets in the second half of the season however Rating 80
deF Jan Vertonghen (Tottenham Hotspur) 45m ndash Handsome driving Belgian vanilla One of the stars of the season thus far Rating 90
mId Gareth Bale (Tottenham Hotspur) 55m ndash The most impressive individual player in the current Premier League Rating 915
mId michu (Swansea city) 2m ndash Incredible value at his price A natural goal-scorer extraordinaire who also gets around and shows versatility Rating 90
mId Yaya Toure (manchester city) 45m ndash Nowhere close to his form of the previous season even if that can change in the second half of this one Rating 850
FWd Fabio Borini (Liverpool) 3m ndash Tipped here to eventually do well but long-term injury befell him just at the time he was settling into his new team and system Rating 80
FWd olivier Giroud (Arsenal) 45m ndash Has been nudging levels above average of late Rating 850
FWd Papiss cisse (newcastle United) 5m ndash Another player showing an astonishing fall from the excellence of the final third of the previous season Newcastle United appear to need re-styling quickly Rating 825
overall rating 9340 (max 100)
The New Year will only bring fireworks given the keen match-up between FFG-CL managers
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The Gold Room
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We have reached the point of the season when the outstanding manager of the first half has his team profiled and receives a pat on the back An overall lead at Xmas more often than not means that the team has peaked during the first half of the season before going on to show signs of weakness This season unusually we have a manager who has led strongly from the very early weeks but who still has a full supply of substitutes in reserve This bodes ill for the other managers as even though he has been professionally hunted down to the point that his lead is now meagre (or even gone by the time this is published) Steven Fockema still holds all the aces given that his reserves remain intact while the chasersrsquo have been used up to varying degrees
Daft3Punks
GK Tim Krul (newcastle United) 25m ndash Out injured from the beginning of September until the end of November No proper form assessment possible so far this season and his team are in apparent gradual creep towards the relegation zone Rating 825
deF Jose enrique (Liverpool) 35m ndash At a work-in-progress team Now playing regularly as a midfielder and showing positive form Rating 85
deF daniel Agger (Liverpool) 4m ndash Still more bluster and posing than glory Rating 825
deF Winston Reid (West Ham) 1m ndash Doing New Zealand proud in the Premier League at his price West Ham may not secure a greater number of clean sheets in the second half of the season however Rating 80
deF Jan Vertonghen (Tottenham Hotspur) 45m ndash Handsome driving Belgian vanilla One of the stars of the season thus far Rating 90
mId Gareth Bale (Tottenham Hotspur) 55m ndash The most impressive individual player in the current Premier League Rating 915
mId michu (Swansea city) 2m ndash Incredible value at his price A natural goal-scorer extraordinaire who also gets around and shows versatility Rating 90
mId Yaya Toure (manchester city) 45m ndash Nowhere close to his form of the previous season even if that can change in the second half of this one Rating 850
FWd Fabio Borini (Liverpool) 3m ndash Tipped here to eventually do well but long-term injury befell him just at the time he was settling into his new team and system Rating 80
FWd olivier Giroud (Arsenal) 45m ndash Has been nudging levels above average of late Rating 850
FWd Papiss cisse (newcastle United) 5m ndash Another player showing an astonishing fall from the excellence of the final third of the previous season Newcastle United appear to need re-styling quickly Rating 825
overall rating 9340 (max 100)
The New Year will only bring fireworks given the keen match-up between FFG-CL managers
By Denson Pierre
The Gold Room
88
sport
89sport
wwwczechtourismcom
CZECH REPUBLIC - STUNNINGLY DIFFERENT
90
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87classifieds
We have reached the point of the season when the outstanding manager of the first half has his team profiled and receives a pat on the back An overall lead at Xmas more often than not means that the team has peaked during the first half of the season before going on to show signs of weakness This season unusually we have a manager who has led strongly from the very early weeks but who still has a full supply of substitutes in reserve This bodes ill for the other managers as even though he has been professionally hunted down to the point that his lead is now meagre (or even gone by the time this is published) Steven Fockema still holds all the aces given that his reserves remain intact while the chasersrsquo have been used up to varying degrees
Daft3Punks
GK Tim Krul (newcastle United) 25m ndash Out injured from the beginning of September until the end of November No proper form assessment possible so far this season and his team are in apparent gradual creep towards the relegation zone Rating 825
deF Jose enrique (Liverpool) 35m ndash At a work-in-progress team Now playing regularly as a midfielder and showing positive form Rating 85
deF daniel Agger (Liverpool) 4m ndash Still more bluster and posing than glory Rating 825
deF Winston Reid (West Ham) 1m ndash Doing New Zealand proud in the Premier League at his price West Ham may not secure a greater number of clean sheets in the second half of the season however Rating 80
deF Jan Vertonghen (Tottenham Hotspur) 45m ndash Handsome driving Belgian vanilla One of the stars of the season thus far Rating 90
mId Gareth Bale (Tottenham Hotspur) 55m ndash The most impressive individual player in the current Premier League Rating 915
mId michu (Swansea city) 2m ndash Incredible value at his price A natural goal-scorer extraordinaire who also gets around and shows versatility Rating 90
mId Yaya Toure (manchester city) 45m ndash Nowhere close to his form of the previous season even if that can change in the second half of this one Rating 850
FWd Fabio Borini (Liverpool) 3m ndash Tipped here to eventually do well but long-term injury befell him just at the time he was settling into his new team and system Rating 80
FWd olivier Giroud (Arsenal) 45m ndash Has been nudging levels above average of late Rating 850
FWd Papiss cisse (newcastle United) 5m ndash Another player showing an astonishing fall from the excellence of the final third of the previous season Newcastle United appear to need re-styling quickly Rating 825
overall rating 9340 (max 100)
The New Year will only bring fireworks given the keen match-up between FFG-CL managers
By Denson Pierre
The Gold Room
88
sport
89sport
wwwczechtourismcom
CZECH REPUBLIC - STUNNINGLY DIFFERENT
90
classifi eds
We have reached the point of the season when the outstanding manager of the first half has his team profiled and receives a pat on the back An overall lead at Xmas more often than not means that the team has peaked during the first half of the season before going on to show signs of weakness This season unusually we have a manager who has led strongly from the very early weeks but who still has a full supply of substitutes in reserve This bodes ill for the other managers as even though he has been professionally hunted down to the point that his lead is now meagre (or even gone by the time this is published) Steven Fockema still holds all the aces given that his reserves remain intact while the chasersrsquo have been used up to varying degrees
Daft3Punks
GK Tim Krul (newcastle United) 25m ndash Out injured from the beginning of September until the end of November No proper form assessment possible so far this season and his team are in apparent gradual creep towards the relegation zone Rating 825
deF Jose enrique (Liverpool) 35m ndash At a work-in-progress team Now playing regularly as a midfielder and showing positive form Rating 85
deF daniel Agger (Liverpool) 4m ndash Still more bluster and posing than glory Rating 825
deF Winston Reid (West Ham) 1m ndash Doing New Zealand proud in the Premier League at his price West Ham may not secure a greater number of clean sheets in the second half of the season however Rating 80
deF Jan Vertonghen (Tottenham Hotspur) 45m ndash Handsome driving Belgian vanilla One of the stars of the season thus far Rating 90
mId Gareth Bale (Tottenham Hotspur) 55m ndash The most impressive individual player in the current Premier League Rating 915
mId michu (Swansea city) 2m ndash Incredible value at his price A natural goal-scorer extraordinaire who also gets around and shows versatility Rating 90
mId Yaya Toure (manchester city) 45m ndash Nowhere close to his form of the previous season even if that can change in the second half of this one Rating 850
FWd Fabio Borini (Liverpool) 3m ndash Tipped here to eventually do well but long-term injury befell him just at the time he was settling into his new team and system Rating 80
FWd olivier Giroud (Arsenal) 45m ndash Has been nudging levels above average of late Rating 850
FWd Papiss cisse (newcastle United) 5m ndash Another player showing an astonishing fall from the excellence of the final third of the previous season Newcastle United appear to need re-styling quickly Rating 825
overall rating 9340 (max 100)
The New Year will only bring fireworks given the keen match-up between FFG-CL managers
By Denson Pierre
The Gold Room
88
sport
89sport
wwwczechtourismcom
CZECH REPUBLIC - STUNNINGLY DIFFERENT
90
classifi eds
89sport
wwwczechtourismcom
CZECH REPUBLIC - STUNNINGLY DIFFERENT
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classifi eds
wwwczechtourismcom
CZECH REPUBLIC - STUNNINGLY DIFFERENT
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classifi eds