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Tour de Yorkshire 2019 Routes Announced
The fifth edition of the men’s race will take place between 2-5 May and has been upgraded to HC status by cycling’s world governing body the Union Cycliste Internationale (UCI) – the highest category possible for a multi-day race outside of the UCI WorldTour. It encompasses all four corners of the county and takes in 150 villages, towns and cities along the way. |
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Why Brexit happened -- and what to do next
We are embarrassingly unaware of how divided our societies are, and Brexit grew out of a deep, unexamined divide between those that fear globalization and those that embrace it, says social scientist Alexander Betts |
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48 Hours Anchored in Dynamic Abu Dhabi
From the largest indoor theme park in the world to Grand Prix race tracks to crystal-strewn hotels, Abu Dhabi—the wealthiest of the seven states that make up the United Arab Emirates—is fast becoming one of the most extravagant and exciting places in the world to visit |
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How to manage your workload during the holiday season
When you feel like you’re the only one doing work, it can feel miserable. Here’s what you can do about it. |
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How giant websites design for you (and a billion others, too)
Facebook's "like" and "share" buttons are seen 22 billion times a day, making them some of the most-viewed design elements ever created. Margaret Gould Stewart, Facebook's director of product design, outlines three rules for design at such a massive scale—one so big that the tiniest of tweaks can cause global outrage, but also so large that the subtlest of improvements can positively impact the lives of many. |
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Nike’s huge new flagship looks like the future of retail
Shopping in a physical store is soul-sucking: You have to fight through the crowd to find the stuff you want, if it’s even there. Then there’s a line at the fitting room, and another line to check out. By the time you leave, you’re disgruntled–and wondering why you didn’t just go online. |
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This is why physicists just completely redefined the kilogram
For nearly 130 years the definition of the kilogram has been tied to a lump of metal inside a Parisian vault that varies in mass from decade to decade. Now all that is about to change. Deep underneath the Parisian suburb of Saint-Cloud, in a vault that can only be opened by three people wielding three different keys, ... |
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State Pension age timetables - UK
The Pensions Act 2014 provides for a regular review of the State Pension age, at least once every five years. The Government is not planning to revise the existing timetables for the equalisation of State Pension age to 65 or the rise in the State Pension age to 66 or 67. The following tables show how the legislated increases in State Pension age will be phased in. |
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The Introducer Magazine - Issue 10
The latest edition of the Introducer Magazine for Advocates and Entrepreneurs. A unique monthly publication for serious networkers who are interested in connecting with high profile social impact professionals across the globe |
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Why should I never visit Britain?
Because your expectations in breakfast will get warped for the rest of your life. Ever since visiting the UK, I have been entirely unable to accept a breakfast that does not contain bacon, eggs, and sausages. Nothing compares to Full English Breakfast |
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What is a Boutique Hotel?
The newest trend for vacation accommodations is all about character. It’s a buzzword that gets waved around, but just what are boutique hotels? And what makes them different than all the other vacation choices out there? |
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A creative’s guide to starting a new business
Have an idea but don’t know where to start? Here’s a step-by-step guide. Thinking about crafting a new business with concern for the larger systems at play–all while considering your personal bandwidth and well-being–can feel pretty daunting. For this reason, I work with individuals and teams in their early days to explore what forming a business can and will look like for them |
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Bugatti Divo
If you already own a Bugatti Chiron or a Chiron Sport I am sorry to say that your cars are not slower. Bugatti has just revealed a new model called the Divo that doesn’t get up to 400 km/h! It can only do 379 km/h, so be aware that someone will be able to overtake you! |
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Calgary on short list for 2026 Winter Olympics
Locations in Italy, Sweden will also be proposed as official candidates The list of potential hosts of the 2026 Olympic Winter Games has been narrowed down by the IOC to Calgary, Stockholm and the dual Italian sites of Cortina-Milan. (David Goldman/The Associated Press) |
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The 600-year-old history of the resume and its uncertain future
The next time you are adjusting your resume to add the latest skills and/or job (which experts say should be done early and often), take a moment to give thanks to Leonardo da Vinci. |
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The best breakfast in London, according to top chefs
It's the one meal the Brits have always done well. The novelist Somerset Maugham once observed that “To eat well in England you should have breakfast three times a day.” That's no longer true, of course, but it still wouldn't be a bad idea to eat nothing but breakfast in London. |
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What happened when I tried the U.S. Army’s tactic to fall asleep in two minutes
The technique has been used to help people fall asleep in the most uncomfortable circumstances, and best of all, it’s said to work for 96% of the people who tried it for six weeks. |
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10 things you didn’t know about the history (and mystery) of Halloween
Every year Halloween provokes controversy and divides opinions: most people see it as just as a bit of harmless fun, while others say it marks an ancient pagan festival – and some evangelical Christians claim it is a celebration of dangerous occult forces. According to folklorist Steve Roud, Halloween is “the most widely misunderstood and misrepresented day in the festival year” |
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A Yacht Is The Latest Must-Have For A Luxury Hotel
In 1970, the Peninsula Hotel introduced Rolls Royces to ferry passengers around Hong Kong. The tradition continues today with a fleet of 14 Phantom VII cars, all branded in the hotel’s distinctive green. This month, the hotel has also launched its first yacht. The Sunseeker Manhattan 60 is a 19 metre cruiser that seats up to 15 passengers. It will see service around Victoria Harbour for sunset cruises and private charters, both extending the guest experience and maximising visibility for the hotel. |
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The Ultimate Guide to Instagram Hashtags for 2019
Did you know an Instagram post with at least one hashtag averages 12.6% more engagement than a post with no hashtags? Hashtags are powerful. They can help your posts reach a target audience, attract followers in your niche, increase engagement, and develop a more positive and recognizable brand image. |
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Zero-Tolerance Policies Won’t End Hate
Twitter and Facebook aren’t doing enough to curb hate, but the roots of this problem go far deeper. Modern society failed to kill racism and intolerance. It only buried that angry, black heart deeper, where it beats as furiously as ever. |
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2018 Autumn Rugby International start November 3rd
The 2018 end of year rugby union tests, also referred to as the Autumn internationals, will be a number of rugby union test matches that are contested approximately during the Autumn months, primarily involving countries from the Northern Hemisphere hosting those from the Southern Hemisphere |
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The one thing you’re doing wrong in Italy
FORGET EVERYTHING YOU EVER KNEW ABOUT BREAKFAST — HERE’S HOW TO START THE DAY IN ITALY The greatest thrill I have when travelling is when someone thinks that I could be a local. There is nothing like a waiter in Spain talking to you all about the specials in Spanish or a French taxi driver trying to tell you a story before you have to stop and say ‘Je Parle Anglais’. |
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Tim Cook Just Revealed the Single Most Dangerous Thing About Technology Today
First of all, it's important to realize that social media apps and websites are powerful and potentially dangerous tools. Just like a sharp knife can be used either to prepare food or to cause injury, social media can be used to help you or to harm you. |