Sep 15 2015

Japan proved nothing is impossible

World Cup Rugby fever has gripped the nation with some incredible highs and lows over the past 10 days.

The 2015 Rugby World Cup is the eighth Rugby World Cup, the quadrennial rugby union world championship.The tournament is hosted by England from 18 September to 31 October. Twickenham Stadium in London will host the final.

England was chosen to host the competition in July 2009, beating rival bids from Italy, Japan and South Africa. The competition’s organisers, Rugby World Cup Limited, had recommended England to the International Rugby Board (IRB; now known as World Rugby).

Of the 20 teams competing at the 2015 World Cup, 12 of them qualified by finishing in the top three places in their pools in the 2011 World Cup. The other eight teams qualified through regional competition. Of the 20 countries competing in the World Cup in 2011, there was only one change – Uruguay replaced Russia. This is the first World Cup since 1987 with no new teams.

Springboks emerge battered and bruised from 46-6 victory over Samoa

Springboks emerge battered and bruised from 46-6 victory over Samoa

BIRMINGHAM, 26 Sept – South Africa’s 46-6 Pool B victory against Samoa helped heal the emotional wounds of their defeat by Japan but left the Springboks with battered and bruised bodies.

“How long is the press conference?” coach Heyneke Meyer joked when asked to offer an update on the walking wounded, which included the impressive Eben Etzebeth and captain Jean de Villiers, who almost missed the tournament with a fractured jaw.

“I’m not sure because a lot of guys have gone for X-rays,” he added.

WALKING WOUNDED

“Jean is one of them. There are five or six other players with injuries. It’s his other jaw. We just hope and pray that he’s right. There’s a long list.”

It looked like being another long and difficult afternoon for the Springboks when Mike Stanley sent over two penalties to give Samoa an early 6-3 lead.

But the Samoa fly-half handed South Africa the initiative in the 15th minute when his misjudged pass was picked off by JP Pietersen (pictured above), who raced away to score the first of his three tries.

Young fly-half Handre Pollard converted four first-half penalties before Schalk Burger, Schalk Brits and Bryan Habana went over to confirm a bonus-point win.

Habana’s try took his World Cup total to 11 and moved him to within striking distance of Jonah Lomu’s all-time record of 15.

FOUNDATION FOR SUCCESS

But there was no doubt Pietersen’s opener laid the foundation for the success.

“It is always special scoring a try for your country, but a hat-trick is very special and I’ll remember it for ever,” said the wing.

“We had to win, if we didn’t win today it we would have been in a very difficult situation to qualify for the quarter-finals.

“We were open about it all week, on the situation that we were in, and the only way to get out of the situation was ourselves. We told ourselves that if we win our remaining three games then we will definitely qualify.”

This result does not have a huge impact on Samoa’s hopes of qualifying, however, with Japan and Scotland still likely to be their key fixtures.

Stephen Betham’s side showed signs of promise in the opening stages. And they were on the front foot before Pietersen’s interception try punctured any growing momentum.

COSTLY INTERCEPTION

“That intercept in the first half cost us for the whole game,” said their captain, Ofisa Treviranus.

“If that intercept hadn’t gone, the game was really tough, and we would have had a really tight game. After that intercept, some of the boys were heads down.”

Samoa’s heads were down but they do not consider themselves out of contention in Pool B.

Coach Betham said: “At the moment I think our pool is still wide pen. It’s anyone’s game. We lost today but we still have a chance.”


Sep 14 2015

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Sep 12 2015

Need help buying a marquee?

DIY Marquees

DIY Marquees offer the largest range of heavy duty party tents and marquees to buy from stock in the UK. 24 different sizes in various different ranges means there is the ideal marquee for you – whether you are looking for some temporary party tents to put up at home or a heavy duty marquee for commercial hiring.

When looking for heavy duty party tents or marquees to buy it is important to look at many factors. Many suppliers will list the thickness of covers used as a sign of quality when in fact quality of build is far more important and even the weight of material is misleading as there are a wide range of qualities within the same weight category of PVC and PE covers used in party tents and marquees to buy.

the diy party tent range

Have a careful look at the features of the structures in question and this will also give an indication to the build quality – a marquee that includes additional bracing (eave braces, gable uprights etc) will not cut corners elsewhere in the build quality. A marquee or heavy duty party tent that has cut corners by having the Georgian window printed on rather than the more time-consuming rounded cut may well have cut corners elsewhere that will only come to light when the marquees or party tents are in use.


Sep 10 2015

Meet some Dukes from Dukes of Daisy

Dukes Of DaisyDukes of Daisy offer a well sought after no strings attached, genuine Hire a date service whereby you can rent a man or rent a friend for any occasion, this is a service you can trust and feel confident. They have carefully selected friendly companions to ensure they have good social qualities to make you feel relaxed, comfortable as if they have known their clients forever. They are highly recommended individuals ensuring you have an unforgettable experience.

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Sep 8 2015

Do you suffer with Sexual dysfunction and lack of Sexual desire?

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Tantric Workshops in London are not common and if found not very profoundly established. Tantric Journey has its advantages of having the sole proprietor being an origin from the Far East; directly exposed to the eastern culture and values that is engraved in his teachings. Tantric Massage in London is not an openly discussed topic but Tantric Journey hopes to re-invent thoughts on the purpose of a tantric Massage in London and why it is suitable and essential for the Western culture.

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The Tantric Journey Workshops are tailored for individuals and couples. Lessons are taught by the proprietor himself therefore guaranteeing first-hand experience stories and one to one knowledge. Lessons are for the individuals who would like to learn the techniques and become healers or experience Tantric Workshops in London or for couples who would love to implement such intimacy in their relationships. Yoni Massage in London is growing to be a well sought self-indulgence for emotional wellbeing remedy by the new independent women and also that intimacy yearned by the ones in relationships. Many Yoni Massage in London is commercialized due to intimate nature and the general perception of something that private being openly discussed and followed in the society. But the Tantric Journey Yoni Massage in London concentrates on the essence and the true nature of the Yoni Massage in London making Tantric Journey the most authentic Tantric Workshops in London comparatively to the rest of the workshops offered.

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Jul 27 2015

Keep your Vacuum Loader healthy with IBS

At IBS we are very aware of the disruption caused by blower downtime. Our abilities to respond rapidly to a breakdown situation and repair/refurbish damaged machines using state-of-the-art technologies are unequalled in the UK. As part of our service, we can also offer hire equipment for temporary cover whilst your machine is in our workshop.

New Blowers

IBS offer new blowers and vacuum pumps from a wide range of leading manufacturers including  Gast vacuum pumpsleybold vacuum pumps and Gardner Denver blowers. Bare shaft machines and blower sets are available.

Centrifugal blower on sewage treatment plant

Also, the complete range of SR Blowers (formerly represented in the UK by Adams Ricardo) are available through KPT for whom IBS are the UK agent.

Our flexibility allows us to supply and install any make and model of blower (including new innovations) for any form of contract including Framework Agreements, for example Atlas Copco ZB Centrifugal Blowers and ZS Rotary Screw Blowers.

Service Exchange

IBS carry a large range of blowers that enable us to offer a speedy service exchange facility.

If you cannot afford the time for us to repair your blower, providing we have a suitable replacement in stock, we will forward a replacement blower immediately to minimise your downtime. Upon receipt of your old machine, providing it is in serviceable condition, we will charge for the replacement at the service exchange value. If your blower is not serviceable, we will upgrade your purchase to reconditioned status.

Reconditioned

For customers who’s budget does not stretch to new equipment, IBS offer a refurbishment and upgrade service for bare shaft units and blower sets.

IBS offer reconditioned blowers from all major manufacturers and carry a large stock. Our assembly area has the capacity to build machines weighing up to 2 tonnes, and restore a blower to 99.5% of its original volume flow rate performance.


Jul 20 2015

Cloud and unified communications

Knowall Managed Full IT Support London are renowned for keeping one step ahead of the industry in technology. They have highly qualified staff who keep up to date with systems, products thus offering clients the best solutions available at the most affordable rates.

Knowall IT will assist your company to convert to Cloud Computing effortlessly so you will never look back. They offer leading Cloud Computing which is affordable, scalable with built in redundancy; and are here to support your journey to the cloud.

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Benefits of Cloud Computing?

There are many benefits to your organisation or company by converting to Cloud Computing. It is an affordable solution reducing costs in your organisation and delivers better customer service. Your business will run more efficiently concentrating on the core business functions.

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Jul 19 2015

dblo Associates – the professional architects in London

dblo Associate Architects will change the way you view the world by helping you plan your dream home. They are innovative and simply brilliant at their job.

Are you wanting to create a dream home or redesign your office space? Perhaps you have family visiting for a holiday and would like to consult experts as to how to utilise your space more efficiently, with a loft conversion or an extension?

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Dblo Associate architects Mayfair have some of the most experienced architects on their team whose passion its to enhance living through design.

Their passion and experience combined makes them an extra ordinary team to work with. Their modern leading edge designs have put them in the forefront of design with meaning.

dblo associates architects Clapham work covers architecture, interior design and development. Working as a studio, allows flexibility to expand and contract to suit workloads and to draw on the wider expertise of our associate studios across London.

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Jul 17 2015

Remember your loved ones in a fitting way

Lodge Brothers family owned business for over 200 years have the widest selection of floral tributes, memorials, Headstones and coffins. Memorials are a wonderful way to remember your loved one with a fitting tribute. Lodge Brothers memorials Hillingdon specialise in bespoke memorials ensuring your loved one is remembered in a special way for years to come.

Whether your loved one had a special unique hobby such as fishing or trains or a love of sport Lodge Brothers memorials Shepherds Bush will assist you.

Have a look at this fitting memorials Paddington recently held.

Motorcycle Send-off for Triumph Enthusiast Allan James ‘Wag’

Allan James ‘Wag’ of Cobham travelled on his final journey from his home in a Triumph Thunderbird Motorcycle Hearse to Randalls Park Crematorium for the funeral service.

‘Wag’ moved from Liverpool with his family as a young boy and lived in Downside, before moving into Cobham about 47 years ago. He trained and worked as a carpenter until his retirement. He was a very well know member of the local community, and was involved with a number of local clubs. A very keen gardener, and was still helping his friends and neighbours with theirs until recent times.

His family decided on the more unusual type of transport to the crematorium, as he owned lots of motorbikes including Nortons and Triumphs and enjoyed re-building them. He had a motorcycle and sidecar which Carol his eldest daughter believes was a Triumph. Carol has fond memories in the 1960’s of trips down to Littlehampton from Downside with Mum and herself sitting in the sidecar. She remembers it had a roof, with a little door, so they were kept dry, whilst Dad braved the elements!

Special Memorials


Jul 16 2015

Jurassic World is an excellent movie with special effects

Review on Jurassic World Movie

The film doesn’t skimp on special effects, but the story and dialogue are wooden

Owen (Chris Pratt) trains dinosaurs in "Jurassic World."

The dialogue in “Jurassic World” is nothing to write home about — surprise, surprise — but it is telling.

“No one’s impressed with a dinosaur anymore,” one character says near the beginning of the film. She’s talking about visitors to Jurassic World, the theme park built from the ashes of Jurassic Park Review. But that’s the obstacle the filmmakers face, too, right?

When Steven Spielberg’s “Jurassic Park” debuted in 1993, seeing a velociraptor whiz by or a T-Rex open his jaws and roar was stunning. Truly, there hadn’t been anything like it before, that kind of realism with such fantastic subject matter, and there couldn’t have been a better director than Spielberg to bring it to life.

But it’s 22 years later, both in real life and in the time frame of the film, and director Colin Trevorrow and the team of screenwriters acknowledge with that line the challenge they face, both in the movie and out. A generation of audiences has seen it all before.

Or as they say in the movie, “Consumers want them bigger, louder, more teeth.”

At least on that front, “Jurassic World” gives the people what they want.

Although customers still flock to the theme park, where they can see more and bigger dinosaurs — kids ride some in one attraction — growth isn’t meeting projections. We learn this from Claire (Bryce Dallas Howard), the ice-queen manager who is evidently lacking in any form of human emotion.

This gets at another telling line in the film: “Nothing in Jurassic World is natural.”

This includes character development.

To boost attendance, the park’s resident scientific genius, Dr. Henry Wu (BD Wong, the lone holdover from the first film), has come up with a new dinosaur or something like it: Indominus Rex, a genetically engineered creature whose origins are kept a secret. But what’s clear is that it is designed to be bigger and badder than anything that’s ever come before.

What could possibly go wrong?