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Montpellier’s goalkeeper wrote himself on the scorers list. While Montpellier had a player less, Remi Desbonnet decided to help his team in the attack, and at one point when there was no solution, Desbonnet shoots – Beutler saves and the ball rebounds to Desbonnet again who scores this time. Check out the video! Courtesy of laola1.tvhttp://www.laola1.tv/en/int/handball/velux-ehf-champions-league/desbonnet-takes-the-bull-by-the-horns/video/471-2755-99022.html#.UHtoInixxRc.facebookClick the link and enjoy beutlerDan BeutlerdesbonnetHSVHSV HamburgMontpellierremi desbonnet ← Previous Story Champions League: MKB Veszprem surprises Atletico, Metalurg wins in Denmark! Next Story → Gyula Gal has trial in Montpellier!
Anne Shortall died from nine blows to her head and blockage to her airways, court hears Roy Webster has pleaded not guilty to her murder but guilty to her manslaughter. 16,584 Views Roy Webster leaving court in 2015 ANNE SHORTALL DIED from nine blows to her head and blockage to her airways caused by duct tape her attacker wrapped around her head, State Pathologist Professor Marie Cassidy told the Central Criminal Court today.Roy Webster (40), of Ashbree, Ashford, Co Wicklow has pleaded not guilty to murder but guilty to the manslaughter of Shortall (47) on Good Friday 3 April, 2015 at the Murrough, Co Wicklow. His plea was not accepted by the State.Professor Cassidy told prosecuting counsel Paul Greene SC she examined Shortall’s body shortly after it was discovered in a workshop on the grounds of Webster’s home on 7 April, 2015. She identified nine lacerations to her head, each one caused by a separate blow with a blunt object.Shortall’s nose and mouth were obstructed by duct tape that had been wrapped around her head when she was either unconscious or dead. Professor Cassidy said it would be “very difficult” to wrap the tape around her head and face in that manner if she were still conscious.She said that if Shortall was still alive before her mouth and nose were covered, the blockage to her airways would have excluded all possibility of survival. Further injuries to Shortall’s hands suggest she may have tried to defend herself from her attacker.Five of the fatal blows landed on the top of her head but Professor Cassidy said none of them caused fractures to the skull and her brain was intact, although slightly swollen. She said the injuries were consistent with hammer blows and suggest that her attacker used “moderate force”.Shortall’s jaw was fractured in two places and minor injuries to her neck suggested she may have been “gripped or grabbed” by the neck but there was no evidence of an attempt at strangulation.When asked to give the cause of death she said: “Blunt force trauma to the head and obstruction of the airways.”Not pregnant The court also heard that Shortall knew she was not pregnant when she is alleged to have demanded money for an abortion from Webster.The jury has already heard that the accused said he beat Shortall to death after she threatened to tell his wife about a fling they had if he didn’t give her Stg £6,500 (about €7,400) for an abortion.Dr Geraldine O’Kelly told defending counsel Brendan Grehan SC she was Shortall’s GP. On 12 January 2015, less than one month after Shortall’s sexual encounter with Webster, Shortall came to her complaining of having very heavy periods.O’Kelly said this would not be compatible with being pregnant and added: “I’m satisfied she was not pregnant and she knew she was not.”She said Shortall was referred to a gynaecologist who saw her on 16 March and carried out a test on her womb that would also be incompatible with a person being pregnant. She said the specialist would have checked to find out if she was pregnant beforehand.The trial continues tomorrow in front of Justice Patrick McCarthy and a jury of seven men and four women.Comments are closed as legal proceedings are ongoing. Read: Murder accused said he fell asleep in front of TV after beating woman to death with hammerRead: Roy Webster ‘broke down and told gardaí he beat woman to death with a hammer’, court hears Mar 15th 2017, 6:01 PM Tweet thisShare on FacebookEmail this article Short URL Share Tweet Email1 
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Two Myanmar photographers who were detained while reporting on the Rohingya refugee crisis in Bangladesh were allowed to fly home on Tuesday, their lawyer said.Minzayar Oo and Hkun Lat were arrested in September in the border district of Cox’s Bazar, where more than 582,000 Rohingya Muslims have sought refuge from army-led violence scorching through Myanmar’s Rakhine state since 25 August.The pair were accused of espionage and charged with “false impersonation” for using tourist visas instead of journalist visas to enter Bangladesh, according to their lawyers.The case was lambasted by rights groups and further strained ties between Myanmar and Bangladesh, which has struggled to absorb the staggering tide of weary Rohingya cramming into makeshift refugee camps on its side of the border.The Myanmar journalists, who were on assignment for Hamburg-based magazine Geo, were released on bail on 23 September but unable to leave the country until Tuesday, according to their lawyer Jyotirmoy Barua.”The boys finally managed to leave the country today,” he told AFP.”They may have to come back to attend a court hearing in November,” he added.
Andrew SchneiderFrom left to right: Congressman John Culberson, Harris County Flood Control District Executive Director Russell Poppe, and Harris County Judge Ed EmmettJust over six weeks remain before Harris County residents vote on $2.5 billion worth of flood control bonds. Republican Congressman John Culberson has just endorsed the bond package.Culberson, who is running for reelection in Texas 7th Congressional District, touted his own work on the House Appropriations Committee in steering nearly $5 billion to Harris County to complete long-delayed flood control projects.But Culberson said passing the bond package was essential to reduce the risk of future floods to county residents, “because that will increase the amount of money that Harris County can put on the table, which enables me as the appropriator to put more federal dollars into the project, because for every local dollar that Harris County puts up, I can match it with at least $3, up to $3, and in some cases more.”Culberson made his announcement alongside Harris County Judge Ed Emmett at the Evelyn Rubenstein Jewish Community Center in Southwest Houston. The center is just finishing renovations ten months after suffering severe flood damage during Harvey.Lizzie Pannill Fletcher, Culberson’s Democratic opponent in November, released a statement saying, “Congressman Culberson’s election year press conference is a nice gesture, but it does nothing to change the nearly two decades he has spent in Washington undermining critical investments in infrastructure that would help our community prepare for flooding.” 00:00 /00:49 Listen X To embed this piece of audio in your site, please use this code: Share
To showcase the best of dance forms and abhinaya, Shriram Kala Kendra is organising the 13th edition of ‘Festival of Ballets’ at Kamani Auditorium in the national Capital. There will be four enthralling performances within a duration of two weeks. The festival which begins on May 6 will have performances that focus on the lives of mythological characters such as Meera, Durga, Karna and Abhimanyu. On Friday, May 6 ‘Meera’ will be performed showcasing her struggle. Her glory lies in her ability to articulate through poetry, the turbulence that transpired in her life. Also Read – ‘Playing Jojo was emotionally exhausting’Her life seems to be a metaphor for most women, where centuries later, Meera’s still name lives on. Wherever Meera went, she spread the message of liberation and urged an inner awakening, through the effervescence of her poetry. Produced and directed by Shobha Deepak Singh the performance will be followed by another ballet, titled-‘Shree Durga’, the next day. Shree Durga’s persona resonates even in today’s context, where everyone reads daily about the atrocities on women. This ballet depicts how gods evoke Stree Shakti when they fall into their own habit of giving boons. The perfrmance shows alternatives to vanquish demons in society, demonstrating that female power conquers over them. Also Read – Leslie doing new comedy special with NetflixOn Friday, May 13, a performance on the life of ‘Karna’ will be held. His persona in Mahabharata will be showcased where circumstances remain consistently hostile. His life and times frozen in entirety and his misfortunes into a perpetual predicament. This ballet is dedicated to all the Karnas, who are denied the rightful place in the social milieu, seen in its correct perspective. Karna’s life was repetitively unfair, eliciting sympathy. His life in the epic is complete with magnificent misadventures and acts of valour. On Saturday, May 14, a performance on the life of ‘Abhimanyu’ will be held, whose story of youthful enthusiasm and selfless valour, torn apart by vested interests and vicious hostilities, is the root of an injustice that we all feel acutely, but in different ways. ‘Abhimanyu’ leaves his mortal remains and ascends the celestial path. He imparts the lesson that violence is useless in resolving any dispute. There are no winners in a battle — the spoils of war being not riches — but senseless death and desolation.
January 13, 2014 The creator of Draw Something is longing to write something.Charles Forman, 33, who founded the video game company OMGPop and struck gold with its Pictionary-like Draw Something app in 2012, is pursuing a different sort of dream these days: screenwriting.After Forman sold his company to Zynga (of FarmVille fame) last March for a reported $180 million, he found himself asking the very question that any triumphant entrepreneur might ponder after effectively cashing in: What’s next?In an email to Valleywag, Forman explained that he’s completed a film treatment about the unintended consequences of civilian drones. Stranger, though, is that he has offered to send the script to just about anybody on the Internet and given out his phone number so people can share their thoughts. “If you are at all interested,” Forman writes in his blog, “email me at: charles@setpixel.com, and I’ll send it to you. You can even call me with your feedback: 917-696-5465.””Good feedback reinforces that my idea is great, and that I made the right choice to make this seminal movie,” he explained.That’s not to say that the writing process didn’t come without its own laundry list of setbacks. In the blog post, Forman details the varied and extravagant diversions that his writers’ block triggered, including: cleaning his entire apartment, planning a month-long trip to Bangkok (where he didn’t write a single word), having all of his wisdom teeth removed and contemplating the inadequacies of screenwriting software.”If I suck at screenwriting,” he concluded, “at least I can fall back on writing a book about screenwriting.”Related: Why Zynga Burst OMGPOP’s Balloon 2 min read Free Workshop | August 28: Get Better Engagement and Build Trust With Customers Now
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RelatedWorld’s cheapest ski resorts: where to ski cheap this seasonWorld’s cheapest ski resorts: where to ski cheap this season10 of best cheap ski resorts in the worldLooking for the cheapest places to ski in Europe? Amidst the £10 beers in Zermatt and the fine dining in France, you can still ski the same slopes for a fraction of the price – in the French Alps, Italy, the US, and a few hidden ski fields in Europe!…Skiing on the cheap: real value resortsSerbian skiing costs less than a third of some French resorts; Skyscanner reveals three secrets to cheap ski holidays. Piste off with paying £210 just for a lift pass? Don’t want to spend £7 on an après-ski beer? If you want cheap skiing, then forget France, avoid Austria, and be sure to shun Switzerland altogether.Global snow-chaser and Skyscanner Travel Editor Sam Baldwin reveals the best value ski resorts this winter, where the snow is deep, lift passes are cheap and a beer still costs £1 a pint.Welcome to where the bargain-hunter snowboarders and savvy skiers are heading this season – watch the videos below and see what these excellent underrated resorts can offer!Poiana-Brasov, RomaniaThe pistes of popular Poiana-Brasov are perfect for beginners and intermediates, and the recently added eight-seater gondola has improved the somewhat dated lift system. The resort may be small and somewhat rough round the edges, but it’s cheap and cheerful and has been popularised by budget package holidaymakers. Advanced skiers won’t find much to challenge them here, but away from the piste you can relax in a horse-drawn sleigh, or hit the numerous bars and restaurants.6 day lift pass: £877 nights’ accommodation in Poiana Brasov:from £51Flights to Bucharest from: £89 returnTOTAL: £227tp://www.youtube.com/embed/-uRQcwhUigIVogel, SloveniaVogel, like Slovenia itself, is small but perfectly formed. Sat on a plateau high above the majestic Bohinj Lake, a modern cable car whisks skiers up from the valley in minutes, to where numerous chair lifts fan out over undulating terrain. Vogel caters well for beginners, and good skiers could cover the pistes quite easily in a day or two. More experienced riders will find plenty of off-piste exploring to do, and there is also the option of heading to Kobla, another ski area which is just fifteen minutes down the valley. Nightlife is very low key here with just a handful of lakeside restaurants, so this place is ideal for a romantic winter break, rather than your stag do. Take a look at the video below, you might be suprised about what’s on offer here!6 day ski pass: £1137 nights’ accommodation in Bohinj: from £92Flights to Ljubljana from: £24 returnTOTAL: £229tp://www.youtube.com/embed/eP0-nAluDqsPopova Shapka, MacedoniaPopova Shapka is a major winter destination for Macedonians; many of the lifts are antiquated but the area has a healthy snow record and for those looking to try somewhere a little different, it’s an adventurous alternative to ski resorts in the Alps. Perhaps Popova’s biggest draw is that it’s the base for Europe’s only cat-skiing operation: Eskimo-freeride. A converted piste-groomer takes you deep into the backcountry where you can glide through perfectly-spaced pines in pure Popova powder.6 day ski pass: £527 nights’ accommodation in Popova Shapka: from £141Flights to Skopje: from £88 returnTOTAL: £281tp://www.youtube.com/embed/No22JGUlJocBorovets, BulgariaThe oldest ski resort in Bulgaria, Borovets is huddled in pine forests among the highest mountain range on the Balkan Peninsula. The largest Alpine resort in the country, it boasts the wide, open pistes, which become tree-lined as you descend. The town is lively with bars generally catering to a mass-market crowd, (there’s plenty of happy hours and ‘two for ones’). Overall, Borovets is cheap and cheerful; a ski resort that will appeal most to beginners and early intermediates – along with those who enjoy a good knees-up after dark.6 day ski pass: £129 (including skis and poles)7 nights’ accommodation in Borovets: from £109Flights to Sofia: from £54 returnTOTAL: £292tp://www.youtube.com/embed/B4JjbjwPdlcSpindleruv Mlyn, Czech RepublicThe Czech Republic may be better known for beer and boozy stag groups, but it’s also got some not-half bad skiing on offer too. Spindleruv Mlyn, in the Krkonoše Mountains, has 23 lifts and 20 runs with the highest at 1310m. This terrain is unlikely to excite advanced skiers and snowboarders (although there is a terrain park) but for learners, why pay twice as much in The Alps when Czech snow will do just fine?6 day ski pass: £967 nights’ accommodation in Spindleruv Mlyn: from £145Flights to Prague: from £56 returnTOTAL: £297tp://www.youtube.com/embed/LIIZlygUga4Cairngorm, ScotlandDon’t forget that we have ski areas in the UK too! Scottish ski areas may not be as popular as they were before budget airlines offered easy access to the European Alps, but a fine day on the slopes of Scotland is just as fun as anywhere else. Cairngorm is the most developed area, with a funicular railway in addition to numerous surface lifts. The terrain is a mix of gentle, wide runs, good intermediate cruisers, and also some steep walls if you’re prepared to do a little walking. Due to the unpredictable weather, it’s best to keep an eye on the snow forecast and be prepared to head to The Highlands when conditions look good.6 day lift pass: £1357 nights’ accommodation in Aviemore: from £126Flights to Edinburgh: from £52 returnTOTAL: £313tp://www.youtube.com/embed/2-M5AfRrw4MKopaonik, SerbiaKopaonik in Serbia has one of Eastern Europe’s most modern lift systems which delivers skiers and snowboarders to its selection of forest-lined runs. There are numerous off-piste opportunities for those who prefer to get off the beaten piste, and extensive cross-country trails if you want to try something different. Despite its hi-tech infrastructure, Kopaonik has managed to maintain its rural charm; traditional thatched huts dot the slopes and offer cosy open fires and lashings of ‘hot wine’. Be warned: every night is party night in Serbia, so be sure to pack your dancing shoes (especially if you like TurboFolk!).6 day ski pass: £637 nights’ accomodation in Kopanonik: £168Flights to Belgrade from £87 departing LondonTOTAL: £318tp://www.youtube.com/embed/OIk1gOfkdTIJasna, SlovakiaFor several years now Jasna has been attracting savvy skiers and snowboarders who want great snow, cheap food, and even cheaper beer. British-run holiday outfit Propaganda Snowboards, who spotted the area’s potential and set up shop here almost 10 years ago, has been sharing this Slovakian secret ever since.New for this season is the Funitel cable car which connects both sides of Chopok, increasing the uplift capacity of this medium-sized resort to 30,000 people an hour. There’s a respectable 1,000m of vertical drop here and plenty of forest riding on offer, so Jasna is big enough to keep intermediates and even experts happy if you’re prepared to do a little off-piste exploration. Though the après-ski is relatively low-key, there are a selection of after-dark bars and restaurants in the nearby town of Liptovsky Mikulas.Pricewise, Slovakia is excellent value; a pint of beer still costs just £1 and you can grab a three course meal for under £10 – try doing that in France!6 day Ski Pass: £1437 nights’ accommodation in Jasna from £202Flights to Bratislava: from £41 returnTOTAL: £383tp://www.youtube.com/embed/ZSqwqcYGtsUJahorina, Bosnia and HerzegovinaJahorina is one of the larger ski resorts in the Balkans and boasts a proud Olympic legacy. Most of the skiing here is intermediate level, with around 20km of pistes, efficient lifts and lovely views towards the city of Sarajevo. Jahorina also offers night skiing and has a lively après-ski scene with great value food. You can stay on and around the slopes, but as it’s less than 30 minutes’ drive to Sarajevo, it’s more fun to base yourself there so you can combine a city and ski break in one.6 day ski pass: £747 nights’ accommodation in Sarajevo: £147Flights to Sarajevo: from £182 returnTOTAL: £403tp://www.youtube.com/embed/U0GbK0UVty4 Notes:Flights and hotels found on SkyscannerNon-GBP currencies converted to approx GBP value using XE.com.Lift pass and accommodation prices for high season (January-March).Not included: equipment rental, airport transfers, insurance.Prices correct at time of writing but may be subject to change.ReturnOne wayMulti-cityFromAdd nearby airports ToAdd nearby airportsDepart14/08/2019Return21/08/2019Cabin Class & Travellers1 adult, EconomyDirect flights onlySearch flights Map
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August 12, 2011After many years of planning preliminary work on the new Cordes Junction Interchange is finally about to begin.Excerpts from Heidi Dahms Foster’s report in the local paper BIG BUG NEWS July 27. 2011 edition:“The Arizona Dept. of Transportation on July 15. accepted a bid of $50.9 million from Vastco of Chino Valley and Sundt Construction of Tempe to complete the approximately 2 year project. Construction will begin on August 1. 2011.The Cordes Interchange is a joint venture between Vastco and Sundt. Companies already have begun to relocate utilities at the construction site and Vastco-Sundt has put up a construction trailer and stated amassing needed equipment and materials.ADOT community relations project manager Bill Pederson said that initial construction will not impact travelers for the first couple of month of the project. “In Phase I the contractor constructs a temporary detour, where SR69 comes from Prescott and drivers turn southbound to Phoenix, so they can work on the ramp and area south of I-17 and SR69 to allow crews working space to build the bridge and roadway alignment. That will take place for the first couple of month.”Pederson said ADOT is currently working on a newsletter it will distribute throughout the project to keep the public abreast of traffic news and new developements as they occur.The increase in traffic on Interstate 17 and State Route 69 made reconstruction of the interchange, originally built in the 1960’s, necessary.More than 27,500 vehicles daily use the interchange, ADOT officials said. The ADOT website predicts that traffic will more than double by 2020.Plans for the new interchange include removal of two outdated loop ramps, new structures to carry Prescott-bound traffic over I-17, and construction of a new diamond interchange about a mile north of the existing interchange. The project also will separate high-speed traffic from slower, local Cordes Lakes traffic, Pederson said. “The Interchange will look very different when we’re through”, he said. “The new configuration will be much safer and more functional.””We will post periodic updates on this.