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After protracted transfer negotiations, Belgium international Charles De Keteleare has moved from Club Brugge to Italian giants AC Milan, becoming the Jupiler Pro League's most expensive export in the process.
Charles De Keteleare, who was named Belgian Young Player of the Year in 2021, has switched one league champion for another, joining last season's Serie A winners AC Milan from Jupiler Pro League champion Club Brugge.
AC Milan had to fend off interest from English side Leeds United and undertake lengthy negotiations with Club Brugge, who were set on making De Ketelaere most expensive outgoing transfer in the history of the Jupiler Pro League.
- Union Saint-Gilloise dream continues as they beat Rangers 2-0 in first leg
- The average pro footballer makes €266,000 per annum in Belgium
In the end, they got their wish as the €35 million transfer fee they received for him, trumps the €27 million French side Lille payed to get Canadian striker Jonathan David out of Gent in 2020.
De Keteleare's transfer is also the most expensive fee payed for a Belgian player coming out of Belgium's top league, surpassing the €26 Million Rennes payed to get Jeremy Doku, the former Anderlecht attacker, to come to France.


The fish tech space is growing, and fast. It was just a few years back that industry folks and nonprofits alike were trying to get their heads around what end-to-end traceability might look like and which technologies might be used to facilitate it. Since then, we’ve seen technologies such as blockchain, electronic monitoring, and machine learning make a splash in the seafood and ocean conservation spaces. With the exploding number of companies and initiatives, it can be hard to keep up.
This is the first in a series of blog posts about fisheries system intermediaries.


Dalila Argaez Wendlandt was unanimously confirmed to serve as an associate justice on the Supreme Judicial Court where she will be the first Latina to sit on the bench in the high court’s history.
The Governor’s Council voted 7-0 on Wednesday to approve Wendlandt’s nomination. She will replace Associate Justice Barbara Lenk, who retires next week.
Wendlandt, a first-generation Colombian who earned a master’s degree in engineering from MIT before entering the legal profession, is expected to bring a unique perspective to the high court. Councilor Terrence Kennedy touted her as a “fantastic nominee.”
Baker called the 51-year-old justice a “highly intelligent, accomplished jurist” in a statement. Before joining the Appeals Court in 2017, she was a partner in the intellectual property litigation group at Ropes & Gray LLP.
Councilor Marilyn Petitto Devaney said Wendlandt has an extensive list of published writings and was once appointed to propose changes to Massachusetts patent laws.
“Her legal experience even extended to being co-counsel on a death penalty matter in another state, so I am very pleased to make that motion to appoint Judge Wendlandt to the Supreme Judicial Court,” Devaney said. “We have great members up there, every one of them.”
Wendlandt’s confirmation continues a rapid-fire process of historic appointments that will expand the diversity of the SJC. Wendlandt is Gov. Charlie Baker’s sixth appointment to the high court — his second this month. Baker made three SJC nominations in November, spurred by the untimely death of the late Chief Justice Ralph Gants whose heart attack in September sent shock waves through the state’s legal community.
The Governor’s Council confirmed Chief Justice Kimberly Budd last week to be the first Black woman to lead the high court. Baker’s third nominee, Boston Municipal Court Judge Serge Georges Jr., is a first-generation Haitian American.
With Wendlandt and Georges’ confirmations, it will make for the most diverse court in its 328-year history. It also cements Baker’s legacy, who will have nominated each of its seven members.
“We face, as you all know, a global pandemic and a call to end decades — no, centuries — of racial injustice and I don’t pretend to have all the answers, but I offer a consistent, rational and compassionate perspective,” she said during three hours of hearings last week.
It’s a privilege awarded to just one other governor in the state’s history: John Hancock, who established the high court while serving as the commonwealth’s first-ever governor.
It’s a legacy that could far outlast the Baker administration’s tenure in the corner office.
“I just want to say how honored I am to be part of your work and be part of what I feel and I think all of you feel is historic in our commonwealth,” Lt. Gov. Karyn Polito said following Wendlandt’s confirmation at Wednesday’s meeting.


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Volume 23, Issue 6 - Dec 2007
Volume 23, Issue 5 - Oct 2007
Volume 23, Issue 4 - Aug 2007
Volume 23, Issue 3 - Jun 2007
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Volume 23, Issue 1 - Feb 2007
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Object-oriented Classification and QuickBird Multi-spectral Imagery in Forest Density Mapping
Jayakumar, S. ; Ramachandran, A. ; Lee, Jung-Bin ; Heo, Joon ;
Korean Journal of Remote Sensing, volume 23, issue 3, 2007, Pages 153~160
Forest cover density studies using high resolution satellite data and object oriented classification are limited in India. This article focuses on the potential use of QuickBird satellite data and object oriented classification in forest density mapping. In this study, the high-resolution satellite data was classified based on NDVI/pixel based and object oriented classification methods and results were compared. The QuickBird satellite data was found to be suitable in forest density mapping. Object oriented classification was superior than the NDVI/pixel based classification. The Object oriented classification method classified all the density classes of forest (dense, open, degraded and bare soil) with higher producer and user accuracies and with more kappa statistics value compared to pixel based method. The overall classification accuracy and Kappa statistics values of the object oriented classification were 83.33% and 0.77 respectively, which were higher than the pixel based classification (68%, 0.56 respectively). According to the Z statistics, the results of these two classifications were significantly different at 95% confidence level.
Modeling of Suspended Solids and Sea Surface Salinity in Hong Kong using Aqua/MODIS Satellite Images
Wong, Man-Sing ; Lee, Kwon-Ho ; Kim, Young-Joon ; Nichol, Janet Elizabeth ; Li, Zhangqing ; Emerson, Nick ;
Korean Journal of Remote Sensing, volume 23, issue 3, 2007, Pages 161~169
A study was conducted in the Hong Kong with the aim of deriving an algorithm for the retrieval of suspended sediment (SS) and sea surface salinity (SSS) concentrations from Aqua/MODIS level 1B reflectance data with 250m and 500m spatial resolutions. 'In-situ' measurements of SS and SSS were also compared with coincident MODIS spectral reflectance measurements over the ocean surface. This is the first study of SSS modeling in Southeast Asia using earth observation satellite images. Three analysis techniques such as multiple regression, linear regression, and principal component analysis (PCA) were performed on the MODIS data and the 'in-situ' measurement datasets of the SS and SSS. Correlation coefficients by each analysis method shows that the best correlation results are multiple regression from the 500m spatial resolution MODIS images,
= 0.82 for SS and
= 0.81 for SSS. The Root Mean Square Error (RMSE) between satellite and 'in-situ' data are 0.92mg/L for SS and 1.63psu for SSS, respectively. These suggest that 500m spatial resolution MODIS data are suitable for water quality modeling in the study area. Furthermore, the application of these models to MODIS images of the Hong Kong and Pearl River Delta (PRO) Region are able to accurately reproduce the spatial distribution map of the high turbidity with realistic SS concentrations.
Design and Implementation of Hyperspectral Image Analysis Tool: HYVIEW
Huan, Nguyen van ; Kim, Ha-Kil ; Kim, Sun-Hwa ; Lee, Kyu-Sung ;
Korean Journal of Remote Sensing, volume 23, issue 3, 2007, Pages 171~179
Hyperspectral images have shown a great potential for the applications in resource management, agriculture, mineral exploration and environmental monitoring. However, due to the large volume of data, processing of hyperspectral images faces some difficulties. This paper introduces the development of an image processing tool (HYVIEW) that is particularly designed for handling hyperspectral image data. Current version of HYVIEW is dealing with efficient algorithms for displaying hyperspectral images, selecting bands to create color composites, and atmospheric correction. Three band-selection schemes for producing color composites are available based on three most popular indexes of OIF, SI and CI. HYVIEW can effectively demonstrate the differences in the results of the three schemes. For the atmospheric correction, HYVIEW utilizes a pre-calculated LUT by which the complex process of correcting atmospheric effects can be performed fast and efficiently.
Comparison of Three Land Cover Classification Algorithms -ISODATA, SMA, and SOM - for the Monitoring of North Korea with MODIS Multi-temporal Data
Kim, Do-Hyung ; Jeong, Seung-Gyu ; Park, Chong-Hwa ;
Korean Journal of Remote Sensing, volume 23, issue 3, 2007, Pages 181~188
The objective of this research was to investigate the optimal land cover classification algorithm for the monitoring of North Korea with MODIS multi-temporal data based on monthly phenological characteristics. Three frequently used land cover classification algorithms, ISODATA1), SMA2), and SOM3) were employed for this study; the land cover categories were forest, grass, agricultural, wetland, barren, built-up, and water body. The outcomes of the study can be summarized as follows. First, the overall classification accuracy of ISODATA, SMA, and SOM was 69.03%, 64.28%, and 73.57%, respectively. Second, ISODATA and SMA resulted in a higher classification accuracy of forest and agricultural categories, but SOM performed better for the built-up area, bare soil, grassland, and water. A possible explanation for this difference would be related to the difference of sensitivity against the vegetation activity. This would be related to the capability of SOM to express all of their values without any loss of data by maintaining the topology between pixels of primitive data after classification, while ISODATA and SMA retain limited amount of data after normalization process. Third, we can conclude that SOM is the best algorithm for monitoring the land cover change of North Korea.
Improving the Quality of Filtered Lidar Data by Local Operations
Seo, Su-Young ;
Korean Journal of Remote Sensing, volume 23, issue 3, 2007, Pages 189~198
Introduction of lidar technology have contributed to a wide range of applications in generating quality surface models. Accordingly, because of the importance of terrain surface models in mapping applications, rigorous studies have been performed to extract ground points from a lidar data point cloud. Although most filters have been shown abilities to extract ground points with their parameters tuned, however, most experiments revealed that there are certain limitations in optimizing filter parameters and the correction of remaining misclassified points is not straightforward. In this study, therefore, a method to improve the quality of filtered lidar data is proposed, which exploits neighboring surface properties arising between immediate neighbors. The method comprises a sequence of procedures which can reduce commission and omission errors. Commission errors occurring in low-rise objects are reduced by utilizing morphological operations. On the other hand, omission errors are reduced by adding missing ground points around step edges. Experimental results show that the qualities of filtered data can be improved considerably by the proposed method.
Building Extraction from Lidar Data and Aerial Imagery using Domain Knowledge about Building Structures
Seo, Su-Young ;
Korean Journal of Remote Sensing, volume 23, issue 3, 2007, Pages 199~209
Traditionally, aerial images have been used as main sources for compiling topographic maps. In recent years, lidar data has been exploited as another type of mapping data. Regarding their performances, aerial imagery has the ability to delineate object boundaries but omits much of these boundaries during feature extraction. Lidar provides direct information about heights of object surfaces but have limitations with respect to boundary localization. Considering the characteristics of the sensors, this paper proposes an approach to extracting buildings from lidar and aerial imagery, which is based on the complementary characteristics of optical and range sensors. For detecting building regions, relationships among elevation contours are represented into directional graphs and searched for the contours corresponding to external boundaries of buildings. For generating building models, a wing model is proposed to assemble roof surface patches into a complete building model. Then, building models are projected and checked with features in aerial images. Experimental results show that the proposed approach provides an efficient and accurate way to extract building models.
A Semi-automated Method to Extract 3D Building Structure
Javzandulam, Tsend-Ayush ; Kim, Tae-Jung ; Kim, Kyung-Ok ;
Korean Journal of Remote Sensing, volume 23, issue 3, 2007, Pages 211~219
Building extraction is one of the essential issues for 3D city modelling. In recent years, high-resolution satellite imagery has become widely available and it brings new methodology for urban mapping. In this paper, we have developed a semi-automatic algorithm to determine building heights from monoscopic high-resolution satellite data. The algorithm is based on the analysis of the projected shadow and actual shadow of a building. Once two roof comer points are measured manually, the algorithm detects (rectangular) roof boundary automatically. Then it estimates a building height automatically by projecting building shadow onto the image for a given building height, counting overlapping pixels between the projected shadow and actual shadow, and finding the height that maximizes the number of overlapping pixels. Once the height and roof boundary are available, the footprint and a 3D wireframe model of a building can be determined. The proposed algorithm is tested with IKONOS images over Deajeon city and the result is compared with the building height determined by stereo analysis. The accuracy of building height extraction is examined using standard error of estimate.
An Assessment of Urbanization Using Historic Satellite Photography: Columbus Metropolitan Area, Ohio, 1965
Kim, Kee-Tae ; Kim, Jung-Hwan ; Jayakumar, S. ; Sohn, Hong-Gyoo ;
Korean Journal of Remote Sensing, volume 23, issue 3, 2007, Pages 221~227
We present an analysis of urban development and growth with reconnaissance satellite photographs of Columbus metropolitan area acquired by the Corona program in 1965. A two-dimensional polynomial linear transformation was used to rectify the photos against United State Geological Survey (USGS) Large-scale Digital Line Graph (DLG) data georeferenced to Universal Transverse Mercator (UTM) coordinates. The boundaries of the Columbus metropolitan area were extracted from the rectified Corona image mosaic using a Bayesian approach to image segmentation. The inferred 1965 urban boundaries were compared with 1976 USGS Land Use and Land Cover (LULC) data and boundaries derived from 1988 and 1994 Landsat TM images. The urban area in and around Columbus approximately doubled from 1965 to 1994 (
) along with population growth from 1960 to 1998 (
). Most of the urban expansion results from development of residential units.
Implementation of Satellite Imagery Information System for Korean Meteorological Administration
Chang, Eun-Mi ; Park, Jong-Suh ; Suh, Ae-Sook ;
Korean Journal of Remote Sensing, volume 23, issue 3, 2007, Pages 229~236
Scattered satellite images were collected and converted from TDF to HDF as a standard format. We reviewed all the metadata on the images domestic and abroad and set up the metadata for the meteorological satellite images and naming rules in KMA. The satellite information search system that meteorological satellite images were in service with metadata for public and academic fields was implemented for quick search and download. This system will facilitate satellite images for various academic purposes beyond KMA and management functions of the system make routine workflow to manage satellite images in an ease and standardized way.


The Benefits of Reloading Ammunition
There are several reasons shooters reload their own ammunition.
- Costs – Reloading ammunition saves money. The major cost of ammunition is typically brass casings, which are used to hold everything together. Depending upon the ammunition type, it can be less expensive to reload casings than purchasing new bullets. This is especially true for .44-caliber ammunition. Casings are generally filled with primers, powder and bullets. Reloading ammunition is a practical solution for ammunition shortages, especially those that are hitting the .380 and .22lr markets.
- Accuracy – Each specific firearm’s ammunition, based on the make and model, can be customized according to profile, construction, hardness and weight. All of these factors contribute to weapons’ accuracies. Different primers ignite at various rates, with some being cooler or hotter and others burning faster or longer. To boost accuracy, there are two major factors to consider when reloading ammunition.
- Minimize component variations between cartridges, which includes powder and bullets.
- Tailor reloading options to the dimensions of the firearm.
- Fun – Most gun enthusiasts enjoy reloading ammunition. This process helps improve accuracy, teaches people more about their guns and how they work. Reloading ammunition isn’t time consuming, but people can develop this craft over time, learning new skills, tricks and methods. People who want to learn to reload their ammunition should have clean work areas, which makes this process much easier. Detailed notes are excellent references, allowing shooters to hone their reloading skills over time, discovering what improves or negatively affects accuracy. Shooters who reload their ammunition report greater satisfaction when using their weapons, feeling as though they’re more a part of the production process.
- Decisions – Reloading ammunition isn’t for everyone. Generally it requires patience, attention to detail, extra time and a more advanced mechanical aptitude. This is also a great skill to have, especially when ammunition shortages strike or prices skyrocket. While some supplies are more difficult to find during shortages, such as presses, dies, primers, powder and bullets, it’s advisable to stock up on these necessary supplies year-round.
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The book will teleport in a pattern to every bench in the room. You have to run to each bench and complete the pattern. There is a timer and we found that if you just run on foot you never make it in time and the puzzle will reset. So mount up.
Once you complete the pattern the book will appear on the altar in front of the named mob in the room. That is the book you can read. It will stay there for about a minute before it resets so we had one person kill the mob while the other read the book. It is a long cast bar to read it so if you get interrupted a lot it will fail.
The currency gained is also needed for puzzle access.
FYI, when you get the achievement for reading the book you will also get an "item" (I forget exactly what, since it has been awhile since I did this). This item can be used as "currency" to pay Omi the puzzle mistress, in Tempest bay canals for access to do one of the SL zone puzzles.
If you want to do this puzzle you will need 3 of these items, along with an artifact set completion prize for access to it. This means that you will have to read the book 3 times for 3 items of the needed currency.
I didn't see this anywhere else, so I figured I'd post it for those newer players who are trying to get the achievement, or the Blob of Ectoplasm for the puzzle. Here is the sequence of benches that the Spooky Book jumps though. Being mounted definitely helps, though I have completed it on foot with a 15% speed buff and Insoles.


I am receiving the following error when doing a subsequent deployment through doctl:
errors validating app spec; first error in field "envs.0.value": secret env value must not be encrypted before app is created
This is the command:
doctl apps create --upsert --spec app-spec.yml --wait --verbose
Here is the relevant section of the app-spec.yml file:
envs: - key: DISCORD_BOT_TOKEN scope: RUN_AND_BUILD_TIME type: SECRET value: <REDACTED>
I have tried multiple approaches (wondering if I did something wrong), and I am getting the error no matter what.
I have read the documentation and community questions, and it seems that I am doing this correctly. e.g. https://www.digitalocean.com/community/questions/how-to-use-environment-values-of-type-secret-on-following-submissions
As you make updates to your app spec, if you don’t intend to change those encrypted values, then you should just submit with the in-place encrypted values unchanged.
What is the correct approach to this? If there is an issue with the DOAP, is there a temporary workaround?
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Saturday, November 3, 2018
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Freedom Lake Park, 9990 46th St N, Pinellas Park, FL 33782
Our reunion has a new name….GRRMF GoldenFest! The focus continues to be on fun, education and has two locations and dates to pick from (or attend both!) to accommodate our wonderful volunteers and adopters from coast to coast.
Each location will feature special events and share the same wonderful opportunities for meeting our special GRRMF volunteers and adopters for networking and fun with your goldens!
Here are the current events planned.
Presenters / information available:
Therapy information/west coast opportunity
It takes a Village – transportation and application/HV team speakers
Rescue Q&A with board members
Dog Sports information – fun for you and your dog
Online golden goods shopping opportunities
2019 GRRMF Calendars for sale!
Snacks will be provided. Please plan to bring a picnic lunch for your family.
Dog Friendly Hotel (6 miles from Freedom Lake Park)
La Quinta 7500 US Hwy 19 N, Pinellas Park, FL 33781
I want to be a GoldenFest sponsor to help with costs so all funds raised go to helping goldens!
If you can’t make our 2018 Fall GoldenFest, here is the link for our 2019 Spring GoldenFest on March 2, 2019 in St. Cloud, FL


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The Internet of Things is here and the market is in the making. These devices are able to collect and transmit data via the Internet, contributing to our big data world. Here are some fact of IoT and we can see that the IoT is here to stay and grow.
The IoT is only going to grow and devices that could be connected to the Internet will be connected to the Internet. Can you imagine the tremendous potential and limitless opportunities this brings for business and society?


Giving Naked Consents Some Weight, TTAB Reverses 2(d) Refusal of "BUHLER & Design"
Can you name two places where naked consents are consequential? Nudist colonies and the TTAB. Applicant Buhler Technologies GmbH trumped a PTO Section 2(d) refusal by submitting naked consents from the owners of the two registrations cited by the Examining Attorney. Although Applicant conceded that the involved marks are essentially identical, the Board bought Applicant's argument that the goods of the parties are not related, and it gave "some weight" to the letters of consent in dubiously finding no likelihood of confusion. In re Buhler Technologies GmbH, Serial No. 79034792 (February 12, 2009) [not precedential].
Applicant sought to register the mark first shown above (upper left) for various industrial goods and services in classes 7, 11, and 35. The PTO refused registration in light of four existing registrations owned by two companies, two of the registrations being for the word BUHLER in standard character form, and two for the word-and design marks show above right and bottom, all for various industrial goods and services. [The listings of the goods and services occupy about seven pages of the 21-page decision].
The two owners of the registrations provided letters of consent stating little more than that they "hereby consent to the registration and use of the trademark 'Buhler'" Applicant argued that these naked consents were entitled to "some weight" and, when coupled with the differences in goods and services, compelled a finding of no likelihood of confusion.
The Board noted that the consent letters lacked information regarding the "underlying facts which led the parties to conclude that confusion is not likely," and contained no restrictions on use of the marks in order to avoid confusion. Moreover, the subject application is based "solely on treaty rights and not on use in commerce," and so "there is neither evidence of use nor any real basis for the affected parties to determine that, based upon prior experience, confusion is unlikely to occur."
Nonetheless, the Board concluded that the letters of consent "are entitled to some probative value": "Specifically, we may infer from the fact that consent was given by both registrants that owners of the cited registrations do not believe confusion is likely."
As noted above, Applicant conceded that its mark is "essentially identical" to the cited marks. The Board not surprising found that the marks, when viewed in their entireties, are "highly similar" in appearance, sound, and connotation, and convey "highly similar" commercial impressions.
As to the strength of the marks, the Board vaguely found that in light of the existence of the cited registrations, the two registrants "have contributed to the weakening of their marks such that they are entitled only to a somewhat narrowed scope of protection that is less than that to which a stronger mark may be entitled."
Finally, turning to the goods, the Board noted the Examining Attorney's position that the various goods involved are "broadly identified." However, according to the Board:
applicant’s goods are all used in the fields of filtering, analyzing, distributing and monitoring fluids and gases. Registrants’ good are used in the fields of food and waste processing, air cleaning and conditioning, manufacturing, motors, engines and electrical devices used with such motors. As identified, both applicant’s and registrants’ goods are used for specific purposes that are not clearly related or encompassed by one another.
[TTABlog note: Although Applicant's identification of goods includes some restrictions as to field of use, many of the goods in the cited registrations have no use restrictions. For example, Applicant's "air filters for air conditioning units for use in connection with fluid-technical systems as well as systems for analysis of gases and liquids" would seem to be either encompassed by or related to one Registrant's "filters and air cleaners for industrial use" and "filtering systems and equipment, namely, bag filters, dust collectors, and dust separators" and to the other Registrant's "air conditioning fans; parts of air conditioning installations, namely fans."]
Scoffing at the "mere conclusory statement" of the Examining Attorney regarding the relatedness of the goods, the Board saw the PTO's likelihood of confusion claim as "amounting to only a speculative, theoretical possibility."
Based "primarily" on the dissimilarity between the goods and services, and giving "some weight" to the letter of consent, the Board found that the PTO had not met its burden to demonstrate a likelihood of confusion. And so it reversed the refusal to register.
TTABlog comment: Is there any doubt that the Board could have found the goods (at least) related if it wanted to? Why give these naked consents any weight? I am baffled about that.
Text Copyright John L. Welch 2009.


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Best of 2018: DM Contributors Share Their Favorite Dance Moments of the Year
Dance Magazine editors and writers chose their favorite dance happenings of the year. Here are the moves, moments and makers that grabbed us:
Most Heartbreaking History Lesson: THEM
Ishmael Houston-Jones (left) and dancers in THEM. Photo by Rachel Papo, courtesy Blake Zidell & Associates
Originally performed in 1986 at the height of the AIDS epidemic, THEM was revived this year at Performance Space New York just as our collective memory of the crisis veers dangerously close to fading. Created by choreographer Ishmael Houston-Jones, composer Chris Cochrane and writer Dennis Cooper, the piece is a brutal, vulnerable, haunting exploration of gay sexuality and the horrors that AIDS inflicted on the artistic community. The cast—a youthful group, mainly queer men of color—appropriately reinterpreted the improvisation-based choreography for a time when so much has changed, and yet so much hasn't. —Lauren Wingenroth, assistant editor
The Feminist Art We All Needed: The People Movers' Glass
The People Movers in Glass. Photo by Chelsea Robin Lee, courtesy Ladenheim
What happens to a community forced to live under a glass ceiling? Glass, a film and performance project from Kate Ladenheim and The People Movers, handled heavy, heady concepts—like internalized misogyny and the patriarchal paradigm—in a way that was as artfully, entertainingly composed as it was intellectually stimulating. The four performers painted the audience's nails, preened in pantsuits and pushed each other's buttons—and showed off seriously smooth contemporary chops. —Courtney Escoyne, assistant editor
Boldest Reinterpretation of a Story Ballet: Dada Masilo's Giselle
Dada Masilo's Giselle isn't pretty: The protagonist's death is disturbing, not romantic; the Wilis are frighteningly vengeful, not delicate or pitiful. A black South African choreographer, Masilo reveals the violence behind the beloved plot. When Giselle (danced by Masilo herself) is betrayed, beaten and sexually assaulted in front of fellow villagers, they mock her, blaming her for being foolish enough to let it happen—and reminding us how survivors have been treated since long before the rise of #MeToo. —Jennifer Stahl, editor in chief
Most Creative Placemaking: Laura Gutierrez's Center Aisle Blues
Laura Gutierrez in Center Aisle Blues. Photo by Dabfoto Creative Services, courtesy University of Houston Cynthia Woods Mitchell Center for the Arts
Laura Gutierrez wanted to address her Houston Tejano heritage. Where better to do that than a Fiesta Mart, her go-to place growing up for everything from piñatas to quinceañera dresses? For Center Aisle Blues, Gutierrez spent weeks getting to know the staff and scouting her path through the store, finding its nooks and crannies. Her vocabulary ranged from sleek, linear movement to elaborate ways of connecting to the aisles. She fully owned the idea of dancing in the middle of a supermarket. The piece ended with her standing on her car in the Fiesta parking lot dressed in a sparkly fringed jacket, facing a city still recovering post-hurricane like a beacon of hope. —Nancy Wozny, contributor
Best Gender-Bending Tap Dance: Caleb Teicher's Great Heights
Caleb Teicher in Great Heights. Photo by ADG Photography, courtesy American Tap Dance Foundation
He's got style. He's got speed. And he's got chutzpah. This we know. But had we ever seen him dance in short shorts and high-heeled tap shoes? At American Tap Dance Foundation's Rhythm in Motion showcase, Caleb Teicher blew us away with his gender-bending solo Great Heights. His legs slapped, stomped and jabbed at the floor before he pounced on top of a bar stool. Then he kicked and tapped up a storm on that high perch. —Wendy Perron, editor at large
Most Creative Use of Props: Mean Girls
Who knew plastic lunch trays could stop a Broadway show? In Mean Girls, Casey Nicholaw trades tap shoes for trays to create percussive effects akin to classic song-and-dance numbers. The cafeteria-based "Where Do You Belong?" is a tongue-in-cheek breakout song, and it's deliciously over-the-top. —Madeline Schrock, managing editor
Most Dynamic Performance: Dorothée Gilbert in La Fille mal gardée
Dorothée Gilbert in La Fille mal gardée. Photo by Francette Levieux, courtesy POB
As Lise in Sir Frederick Ashton's La Fille mal gardée, Paris Opéra Ballet étoile Dorothée Gilbert possessed mischief and charm that had the audience laughing out loud. From her seamless attitude promenade (supported only by ribbons) to her sharp footwork and even sharper comedic timing, Gilbert's performance was both a technical and an artistic dream. —Marissa DeSantis, style & beauty editor
Biggest Boost to Ballet: San Francisco Ballet's Unbound Festival
With 12 world premieres from the likes of Justin Peck, Annabelle Lopez Ochoa and Alonzo King, San Francisco Ballet's Unbound Festival was a 17-day smorgasbord of dance. But it was so much more: Principal dancers revealed new sides of their artistry, featured roles transformed corps members into overnight stars and wildly imaginative works like Arthur Pita's Björk Ballet got everyone talking. At each intermission, the War Memorial Opera House lobby echoed with impassioned debates about what worked, what didn't and what was unlike anything seen before on the SFB stage. Unbound gave ballet, and audiences, a thrilling boost of adrenaline. —Claudia Bauer, contributor
Best Breakthrough: Lauren Lovette in Alexei Ratmansky's Namouna
Lauren Lovette and Taylor Stanley in Namouna. Photo by Paul Kolnik, courtesy NYCB
Every so often, a performance seems to reveal the essence of a dancer. Lauren Lovette has always been a vivid performer. But during her debut in Alexei Ratmansky's fantastical, comic Namouna, a Grand Divertissement, the New York City Ballet principal infused her dancing with an attack and a lack of inhibition that felt new. "I adapted the role to her, lifted the passés and made the battements bigger so she felt she could be big onstage," Ratmansky says of their collaboration. That push seems to have unleashed something in her. Channeling her already distinctive personality through the eccentricities of the role, she was more present than she's ever been. —Marina Harss, contributor
Most Promising Debut Season: Terminus Modern Ballet Theatre
In four world-premiere works, Terminus Modern Ballet Theatre's inaugural season in Atlanta offered up dance that was technically pristine and highly entertaining. Braving torrential spring showers, Tara Lee's The Vertical closed the season outdoors with a playful and heartfelt look at aging. Whether out in the community or in a traditional theater, the five founding members of the company, all former Atlanta Ballet dancers, have shown that they know what it takes to put on a memorable show. —Candice Thompson, contributor
Most Inventive Dance Play: The Beast in the Jungle
Susan Stroman could have spent the rest of her days after The Producers just directing and choreographing in a similar, stupendously successful vein. But she went off-Broadway instead, and this year outdid herself with The Beast in the Jungle, at the Vineyard Theatre. Enlisting the extraordinary talents of Irina Dvorovenko and Tony Yazbeck, using multiple dance vocabularies, and going to a 1903 Henry James story for material, she put together what she calls a "dance play," and it was altogether enthralling. John Kander's waltz-inspired score ran the gamut of emotions, and her choreography did too—from a swooningly romantic pas de deux to a wrenching, heartbreaking solo, with a fantastic, multiheaded imaginary beast in between. —Sylviane Gold, contributor
Most Delightfully Unexpected Trend: Contemporary Dance in Music Videos
This year, Florence Welch and Akram Khan worked together on "Big God," by Florence + The Machine; Emma Portner created movement for Maggie Rogers' "fallingwater"; and Sidi Larbi Cherkaoui choreographed "APESHIT," by Beyoncé and Jay-Z. High-profile music artists hiring contemporary choreographers seemed to be the trend of 2018—even for music not traditionally considered "dancy." These collaborations gave contemporary dance a bigger platform, and showed what it can bring to any style of music. —Kelsey Grills, audience engagement editor
For decades the name Alicia Alonso has been virtually synonymous with Ballet Nacional de Cuba, the company she co-founded in Havana in 1948. Alonso died on October 17, just shy of what would have been her 99th birthday. In recent years, she had stepped back from day-to-day decision-making in the company. As if preparing for the future, in January, the company's leading ballerina, 42-year-old Viengsay Valdés, was named deputy director, a job that seems to encompass most of the responsibilities of a traditional director. Now, presumably, she will step into her new role as director of the company. Her debut as curator of the repertory comes in November, when the troupe will perform three mixed bills selected by her at the Gran Teatro de la Habana Alicia Alonso. The following has been translated from a conversation conducted in Spanish, Valdés' native tongue.
"The show must go on" may be a platitude we use to get through everything from costume malfunctions to stormy moods. But when it came to overcoming a literal hurricane, Houston Ballet was buoyed by this mantra to go from devastated to dancing in a matter of weeks—with the help of Harlequin Floors, Houston Ballet's longstanding partner who sprang into action to build new floors in record time.
New York City Ballet principal Sara Mearns wasn't sure she was strong enough. A ballerina who has danced many demanding full-length and contemporary roles, she was about to push herself physically more than she thought was possible.
"I said, 'I can't. My body won't,' " she says. "He told me, 'Yes, it will.' "
She wasn't working with a ballet coach, but with personal trainer Joel Prouty, who was asking her to do squats with a heavier barbell than she'd ever used.
Her Dying Swan was as fragile as her Juliet was rebellious; her Odile, scheming, her Swanilda, insouciant. Her Belle was joyous, and her Carmen, both brooding and full-blooded. But there was one role in particular that prompted dance critic Arnold Haskell to ask, "How do you interpret Giselle when you are Giselle?"
At eight, Alicia Alonso took her first ballet class on a stage in her native Cuba, wearing street clothes. Fifteen years later, put in for an ailing Alicia Markova in a performance of Giselle with Ballet Theatre, she staked her claim to that title role.
Alonso received recognition throughout the world for her flawless technique and her ability to become one with the characters she danced, even after she became nearly blind. After a career in New York, she and her then husband Fernando Alonso established the Cuban National Ballet and the Cuban National Ballet School, both of which grew into major international dance powerhouses and beloved institutions in their home country. On October 17, the company announced that, after leading the company for a remarkable 71 years, Alonso died from cardiovascular disease at the age of 98.


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There are lots of packages already collected lots of safe colors. I list some of them, but not limited here.
For this package, I will try to collect as much as possible safe color sets ready to use.
The tool used to simulate the color vision deficiency is called CVD simulator. I list some of packages here with CVD simulator.
Hans Brettel 1997(Brettel et al., 1997)
Francoise Vienot 1999(Viénot et al., 1999) (implemented in this package and package dichromat )
Gustavo M. Machado 2009(Machado et al., 2009) (implemented in package colorspace)
Claire D. McWhite and Claus O. Wilke. colorblindr
To plot figures by colors of this package, there are three steps:
select correct safe color set.
plot with the color set.
check the plot by CVD simulator.
For example if we want to plot a heatmap.
library(colorBlindness) mat <- matrix(1:81, nrow = 9, ncol = 9) library(ggplot2) library(reshape2) mat1 <- melt(t(mat[9:1, ])) len <- length(Blue2DarkRed12Steps)-1 mat1$v2 <- cut(mat1$value, breaks = seq(0,ceiling(81/len)*len, length.out = len+1)) ht <- ggplot(mat1) + geom_tile(aes(x=Var1, y=Var2, fill=v2)) + scale_fill_manual(values=Blue2DarkRed12Steps) + theme_bw() # check the plot by CVD simulator cvdPlot(ht)


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The Best Hotels in Shanghai
Shanghai, the largest city in China, is a place where the pulse of modern development beats alongside a rich tapestry of history and culture, exemplified by its towering skyscrapers and traditional shikumen lanes. With its iconic skyline dominated by the Oriental Pearl Tower and Shanghai Tower, bustling shopping street of Nanjing Road, and historic charm of the Bund and Yuyuan Garden, Shanghai encapsulates a dynamic blend of East and West, old and new. To experience the city like a local, we recommend visiting these neighborhoods: Bund, with its iconic skyline and art deco architecture; the French Concession, with its tree-lined streets and charming boutiques; Jing'an, with its mix of high-end shops and trendy restaurants; and Xintiandi, with its blend of traditional Shikumen architecture and upscale dining options.
The Best Hotels in Shanghai
Nestled in a bamboo forest, this luxury resort on the outskirts of Shanghai houses a unique collection of Ming and Qing Dynasty reassembled antique villas. Each of the 26 carefully restored villas and 24 contemporary suites is equipped with elegant furnishings, private gardens, and courtyards, as well as heated swimming pools. The property also features an impressive cultural center, housing a collection of rare ancient Chinese artifacts and calligraphy, providing guests with the opportunity to immerse themselves in the rich heritage of China.
The property is also home to a wellness center, inspired by the region's traditional healing practices, which offers a selection of holistic therapies and treatments. The on-site dining options include an array of cuisine, ranging from Cantonese culinary artistry to Japanese delicacies. Other on-site amenities include a tea pavilion, a library, and a cigar lounge, as well a manicured lawns and lush gardens.
Andaz Xintiandi Shanghai - a concept by Hyatt
Nestled in the Xintiandi district, this five-star property houses contemporary guest rooms and suites, each equipped with spacious work areas, complimentary high-speed Wi-Fi, and city views. Guests are invited to enjoy the renowned signature spa, which offers a range of Eastern and Western therapies, as well as the fully-equipped fitness center on-site. With a prime location just steps from a wide array of shopping, dining, and entertainment options, the property gives guests easy access to the surrounding city.
The property also offers several on-site dining options, including international cuisine at the all-day dining restaurant, and afternoon tea, pastries, or cocktails in the sleek lounge featuring live music performances. Additionally, the hotel's elegant and versatile meeting spaces can accommodate a range of gatherings.
Banyan Tree Shanghai On The Bund
Perched on the banks of the Huangpu River, this urban resort offers views of the Shanghai skyline. Guests can choose from 130 elegant rooms and suites that blend contemporary design with traditional Chinese elements, all featuring floor-to-ceiling windows with views of the cityscape. Along with an on-site spa, the property features an indoor pool, a well-equipped fitness center, and a variety of international dining options.
The award-winning spa at the hotel provides unbeatable personalized service, including tailor-made treatments that combine Asian traditions with modern techniques. Additionally, guests are invited to enjoy dining options ranging from Italian and Mediterranean cuisine to Japanese delicacies and local Chinese specialties.
Bellagio by MGM Shanghai
This five-star property effortlessly combines European-inspired sophistication with Asian design. The hotel houses 162 guest rooms and suites, each featuring rich fabrics, handcrafted details, and sweeping views of the city's skyline. Guests will also find on-site amenities, including a fully-equipped fitness center, an indoor pool, and an award-winning spa.
The on-site, Michelin-starred Italian restaurant, helmed by a renowned international chef, serves authentic Cantonese cuisine, while the lobby lounge serves an exceptional afternoon tea. The hotel is also perfectly located in close proximity to popular shopping, sightseeing, and nightlife in the city.
Bulgari Hotel Shanghai
This luxury hotel is perched on the upper 8 floors of a 48-story tower, offering panoramic views of the Shanghai skyline and Huangpu River. With spacious guest rooms and suites, the hotel prides itself on its refined Italian design and exceptional service. The property is also home to a 2,000-square-meter spa, a 25-meter indoor pool, and a fully-equipped fitness center.
The hotel also houses two of the city's leading dining establishments, known for their creative cuisine and outstanding service. The extravagant rooftop Italian restaurant serves exceptional Mediterranean fare, while the chic Chinese eatery on the 3rd floor specializes in contemporary Cantonese dishes that celebrate local flavors. Additionally, the bar on the 47th floor is the perfect spot for enjoying cocktails and views of the cityscape below.
Capella Shanghai, Jian Ye Li
Nestled within the cultural preservation zone of Xuhui District, this luxury all-villa resort blends French and Chinese heritage. Designed by renowned architect Jaya Ibrahim, the property occupies a former community of shikumen, a traditional Shanghai architectural style, and is flanked by charming streets, boutiques, and restaurants in the city. The resort comprises 55 stunning villas and 40 Shanghai-styled residences, each equipped with generous living spaces, luxury furnishings, and private courtyards.
Additionally, the property's award-winning Auriga Spa offers a comprehensive menu of therapies, treatments, and healing practices, focused on organic and natural remedies derived from ancient traditions. The resort is also home to a much-celebrated Michelin-starred French restaurant, managed by acclaimed chef Pierre Gagnaire, offering contemporary French cuisine with an Asian touch. For guests seeking authentic local dining experiences, a short walk will lead them to some of Shanghai's finest fare and international cuisine.
Located in Shanghai's financial district, this luxury hotel houses 362 guest rooms and suites, each with views of the city skyline. Amenities include a fully-equipped fitness center, an indoor pool, dining options including five unique restaurants and lounges, plus a rooftop bar providing panoramic views of the city. Additionally, central to premier shopping, dining, and cultural attractions, the hotel is within walking distance of top destinations such as the Shanghai Tower and the Oriental Pearl Tower.
The hotel's multilingual staff is dedicated to ensuring a personalized guest experience for all guests, from arranging transportation to recommending and booking the best local dining and entertainment options. Also, each of the property's spacious guest rooms and suites features modern amenities such as smart room controls, high-speed Wi-Fi, flat-screen televisions, and luxury bedding.
Fairmont Peace Hotel
Located in Shanghai's Bund district, this iconic Art Deco hotel, constructed in 1929, effortlessly blends history and beauty with modern amenities. With views of the city's skyline, the award-winning property houses a diverse range of luxury accommodations, including 270 elegant guest rooms and suites.
The property is home to six acclaimed dining venues, each with its own unique character and menus, from authentic Cantonese fare to modern European classics. The hotel also features a world-class spa and wellness center, as well as an indoor pool. In addition to stellar service and luxurious amenities, the property also holds a well-regarded reputation for hosting glamorous events and weddings.
Grand Hyatt Shanghai
Towering above Shanghai, this luxury hotel is situated at the heart of the city's financial and business hub. Housed in the iconic Jin Mao Tower, one of the tallest buildings around the globe, the hotel offers guests a blend of sophistication and unparalleled views. The property features well-appointed guest rooms and suites, a modern fitness center, a serene spa, and an indoor sky pool, while its ideal location ensures direct access to top attractions, including the Oriental Pearl Tower and The Bund.
Within the hotel, guests are treated to an array of exciting dining options, from authentic Chinese dishes to Western favorites. The property's cloud-top-level restaurant allows visitors to enjoy their meals while taking in views of Shanghai's skyline.
Grand Kempinski Hotel Shanghai
Located in the heart of Shanghai's Lujiazui financial district, this upscale 5-star hotel offers stunning skyline and Huangpu River views. Featuring elegant architectural design and unparalleled amenities, guests can enjoy on-site facilities including a spa, fitness center, heated indoor pool, and a tennis court. The property is also located in close proximity to the city's premier shopping and dining destinations, as well as the nearby metro station for easy transit throughout Shanghai.
The hotel is also home to five exceptional restaurants and bars serving dishes ranging from authentic Italian to Chinese and Mediterranean cuisine. Additionally, the property offers 14 versatile event spaces, including a grand ballroom capable of accommodating up to 380 guests.
InterContinental Shanghai Expo, an IHG Hotel
Situated on the shoreline of Huangpu River, this IHG property offers views of the city's iconic skyline. The hotel's ideal location offers guests convenient access to major tourist attractions, such as the world-famous Expo Center, Mercedes-Benz Arena, China Art Museum, and the Huangpu Riverside Corridor Park. The hotel features 384 guest rooms and suites, all complete with scenic riverfront and city views. In addition to the well-appointed accommodations, guests can enjoy a 25-meter indoor swimming pool, a fully-equipped center, and on-site spa treatments. The property also includes three exceptional dining options, serving Cantonese cuisine, European dishes, or Italian specialties, while the on-site bar and lounge provides an extensive selection of drinks.
InterContinental Shanghai Hongqiao NECC, an IHG Hotel
Located in the heart of the Hongqiao Central Business District, this five-star luxury hotel offers convenience and sophistication. Adjoining the National Exhibition and Convention Center (NECC) and within a short distance of the city's finest attractions, guests can enjoy easy access to the surrounding area. The hotel houses 536 rooms and suites, each complete with floor-to-ceiling windows providing cityscape views, with amenities including a heated indoor pool and fully-equipped fitness center
Guests can enjoy an array of dining options on-site, including authentic cuisine at the Chinese restaurant, diverse international flavors at the all-day dining venue, or cocktails and light bites at the lobby lounge. The hotel also houses an impressive ballroom, making it an ideal choice for hosting events and conferences.
InterContinental Shanghai Jing’ An, an IHG Hotel
This luxury hotel is within walking distance of key attractions such as the Jing'An Temple and West Nanjing Road, as well as the railway station and metro stop. The property features guest rooms and suites equipped with floor-to-ceiling windows providing city views, plush furnishings, and modern technology.
The hotel's dining options include diverse international cuisine and classic Chinese fare. Guests can also enjoy the on-site spa and wellness center, which includes a heated indoor pool, a steam room, and a fully-equipped fitness center. The property also offers extensive meeting and event facilities, perfect for hosting conferences, weddings, or special celebrations.
InterContinental Shanghai Pudong Hotel, an IHG Hotel
Nestled in the heart of Shanghai's Pudong district, this five-star property, a part of the IHG group, features modern amenities, elegant interiors, and impeccable service. With a prime location near top attractions such as the iconic Oriental Pearl Tower and the financial hub of Lujiazui, the hotel is a perfect base for guests looking to explore the city.
The accommodations include 398 rooms and suites, each providing panoramas of the city's skyline. Guests can also enjoy on-site dining options, blending both international and local flavors, as well as a spa, a fully-equipped fitness center, and an indoor pool.
Jing An Shangri-La, Shanghai
This luxury hotel combines modern elegance and world-class service. The property is home to 508 guest rooms and suites with city views, in addition to a temperature-controlled indoor pool, a fully-equipped fitness center, and the renowned CHI, The Spa.
Guests can enjoy a range of on-site dining options, including the hotel's signature restaurant, which serves traditional and contemporary Chinese cuisine, a venue serving authentic Southeast Asian dishes. and an elegant international buffet. Additionally, the hotel lobby provides light fare and cups of tea for guests to enjoy.
Jumeirah Himalayas Hotel Shanghai
Located in the Pudong district, adjacent to the iconic Himalayas Center, this 5-star luxury hotel blends modern Chinese design elements and ancient Himalayan culture. From the property, guests have easy access to shopping, entertainment, and historical sites, as well as the metro station and the famous Shanghai Maglev Train. Housing 401 spacious guestrooms, including 62 suites and premium residences, the hotel provides panoramic city views, elegant bathtubs, complimentary Wi-Fi, and LCD flat screen TVs.
Guests can enjoy Cantonese delicacies at the signature Chinese restaurant or global and local dishes at the all-day dining restaurant on-site. The property also features a lobby lounge, a rooftop bar, a fully-equipped fitness center, a spa, and an indoor heated swimming pool.
Kerry Hotel Pudong Shanghai
Located in Pudong's financial district, this luxurious 5-star hotel offers modern elegance and traditional Shanghainese hospitality. With a striking design, the property features panoramic views of the city skyline and lush green parks. Guests can also enjoy close proximity to top attractions, such as the Oriental Pearl TV Tower and the Jin Mao Tower, as well as easy access to public transportation, including the high-speed Maglev train station nearby.
The hotel houses 574 spacious guest rooms and suites, each complete with sleek furnishings and modern amenities. On-site, guests are invited to enjoy a well-equipped fitness center, an indoor swimming pool, and a spa. Additionally, the property's selection of dining options ranges from innovative Asian cuisine to international fare.
Le Sun Chine
Situated in the heart of Shanghai's historic French Concession, this boutique hotel is housed within a beautifully restored 1930s garden villa. With only seven suites and six guest rooms, the property offers exclusivity and intimacy, as well as modern amenities including flat-screen televisions, ambient lighting, and rainforest showers.
The property is also home to a picturesque courtyard and a fusion restaurant serving up innovative international cuisine. Each room has its own unique character, featuring refined furnishings and hand-selected artwork, while communal spaces like the library, lounge, and on-site spa are perfect for relaxing on-site. Additional amenities include a 24-hour butler, complimentary high-speed Wi-Fi, and tailor-made sightseeing excursions organized by the attentive staff.
Les Suites Orient, Bund Shanghai
Situated on the iconic Bund, this property offers views of the famous Pudong skyline and the historic Shiliupu Waterfront. Designed with a blend of Eastern and Western styles, each of the hotel’s 168 suites features sleek furnishings, spacious living areas, and modern technology. A wide array of dining options, from innovative French cuisine to authentic Cantonese dishes, is available on-site. Guests can also enjoy a range of additional amenities during their stay, including an intimate cigar lounge, a chic cocktail bar, and a fully-equipped fitness center.
Mandarin Oriental Pudong Shanghai
Nestled in the heart of Shanghai's financial district, this five-star property offers expansive skyline views and a selection of guest rooms, suites, and serviced apartments. The hotel's impressive array of amenities includes a serene spa, a well-equipped fitness center, an indoor pool, and a variety of dining options ranging from an intimate Oriental-style tea house to a gourmet restaurant.
The generously sized rooms, featuring elegant marble bathrooms and city panoramas, are perfect for relaxing. For dining, guests can choose from the diverse culinary options on-site, including Chinese, seafood, steak, or an all-day dining option with an international buffet. The property is also home to an award-winning spa, occupying two floors and offering wellness treatments inspired by ancient traditions.
Park Hyatt Shanghai
Towering above the city skyline, this luxury hotel is located in the heart of Shanghai's Lujiazui financial district in the iconic Shanghai World Financial Center, known for its unique design and proximity to the city's prime attractions. The hotel offers world-class accommodations and sweeping panoramic views of the city and Huangpu River. Guests are invited to enjoy the hotel's spa and wellness center, as well as the four on-site dining establishments, including a Michelin-starred restaurant.
Each of the hotel's 174 guest rooms and suites are elegant and spacious, featuring floor-to-ceiling windows, high-speed Wi-Fi, Nespresso machines, luxury beds, and marble bathrooms. The hotel is also home to a Club lounge providing numerous exclusive benefits, such as personalized check-in, daily breakfast, and all-day refreshments. The central location of the property also makes it an ideal choice for guests looking to explore the city.
Pudi Boutique Hotel Fuxing Park Shanghai
Nestled in the heart of the Xintiandi district, this boutique hotel has views of the verdant Fuxing Park. With world-class shopping, dining, and entertainment options just steps away, the property features 52 suites equipped with elegant furnishings, modern amenities, and private balconies. The hotel also houses a spa center and a fitness facility complete with a yoga room. Guests can also enjoy the rooftop dining venue, which serves contemporary cuisine while offering panoramic views of the city skyline.
Regent Shanghai Pudong
Located in the heart of Shanghai's Pudong district, this property offers a skyline view and provides guests with easy access to prime attractions such as the Oriental Pearl Tower and Yu Garden.
Guests can enjoy diverse dining options on-site, ranging from authentic Cantonese to refined international cuisine. The hotel also offers modern amenities, including a spa, a fully-equipped fitness center, and an indoor pool.
Sofitel Shanghai Hongqiao
Located just minutes away from the National Exhibition and Convention Center and Shanghai Hongqiao Airport, this five-star hotel features a French-inspired design and easy access to nearby transportation. The property houses 354 rooms and suites, each complete with contemporary furnishings, art, and modern amenities, as well as an indoor pool, a well-equipped fitness center, and a spa.
The property is also home to dining venues serving authentic Cantonese cuisine or buffet spreads at the all-day dining venue, and the chic lobby lounge and executive lounge are both great spots for meetings or unwinding with a drink.
The Langham, Shanghai, Xintiandi
Nestled in Shanghai's Xintiandi district, this hotel blends traditional Chinese charm and contemporary sophistication. The property houses 357 elegant rooms and suites, each equipped with modern technology and amenities. Guests can also enjoy the award-winning Chuan Spa, a fitness center, and a heated indoor pool on-site. With its close proximity to numerous entertainment, dining, and cultural attractions, the property gives guests easy access to the best that Shanghai has to offer.
Dining options on-site include a variety of cuisines, ranging from European-inspired delicacies to Cantonese fare. There's also an on-site café that provides a relaxed setting for afternoon tea, while the sophisticated cocktail bar is an great spot for an evening nightcap.
The Peninsula Shanghai
Located in Shanghai's historic Bund district, this five-star property offers panoramic views of the Huangpu River and Pudong skyline. The hotel's rooms and suites feature Art Deco-inspired interiors, marble bathrooms, and modern amenities. Guests can also enjoy the on-site spa, indoor pool, and fully-equipped fitness center, as well as the on-site Michelin-starred dining options.
In close proximity to famous landmarks, high-end shopping destinations, and vibrant nightlife, the hotel provides an ideal base for exploring. Guests can also take advantage of personalized services from the attentive staff—such as custom-tailored city tours and curated cultural experiences
The Portman Ritz-Carlton, Shanghai
Nestled in Shanghai's commercial district, this luxury five-star hotel features spacious accommodations with skyline views, modern facilities, and impeccable service. Guests can enjoy an array of dining options, ranging from fine international cuisine to more casual, local fare. The property is also home to a fitness center, indoor pool, and a luxurious spa.
Conveniently located within walking distance of major attractions such as Nanjing Road and the historic Jing'an Temple, this hotel is a great base for exploring Shanghai. Guests can also enjoy the convenience of the adjacent metro station and the short drive from the Shanghai Railway Station.
The Puli Hotel And Spa
In Shanghai's Jing'an District, this urban luxury retreat is in a prime location, giving guests easy access to Jing'an Park and the famous shopping destination, Nanjing West Road. Housing 229 rooms and suites with floor-to-ceiling windows, the hotel provides views of the city skyline, accompanied by modern amenities and top-notch service.
As an environmentally-conscious hotel, The Puli Hotel and Spa prides itself on sustainable practices to ensure the comfort and well-being of the guests and the planet. A key feature of this property is its award-winning spa, where guests can enjoy treatments and massages that blend ancient Chinese traditions with modern techniques. The location also features a fully-equipped fitness center, a 25-meter indoor heated pool, and a lounge offering various dining options, from international favorites to innovative cocktails.
The Ritz-Carlton Shanghai, Pudong
Towering over the Huangpu River, this 5-star accommodation offers exceptional dining options, elegant spa facilities, and personalized service. Guests can enjoy Oriental Pearl Tower and city skyline views, as well as seamless access to key landmarks, such as the Bund, Yuyuan Garden, and the Shanghai World Financial Center.
Each of the property’s beautiful guest rooms combines Art Deco elements with contemporary Chinese design and a range of modern amenities. Guests can also enjoy dining options ranging from innovative fine dining to afternoon tea.
The Shanghai EDITION
The Shanghai EDITION is a luxury hotel with 145 guest rooms and suites. This striking property offers city views, exceptional dining options, and attentive service. Notable amenities at the hotel include a fully equipped gym, an indoor pool, a 24-hour business center, and unique social spaces. Its strategic location places guests within walking distance of the city's most iconic attractions, commercial districts, and cultural institutions.
The hotel's dining options feature two restaurants, a specialty bar, and a rooftop lounge, serving local and international cuisines, cocktails, and a carefully curated wine list – all while providing panoramic city views. Additionally, the hotel's spa offers fully immersive treatments by professional therapists.
The St. Regis Shanghai Jingan
Nestled in the heart of Shanghai's Jingan District, this luxurious urban retreat is in a coveted location within walking distance of major attractions, including the iconic Jing'an Temple and the upscale shopping hub of Nanjing West Road. The hotel features 491 guest rooms, each complete with custom art installations and modern amenities, as well as 5 dining venues.
Upon arrival, guests are pampered by the hotel's signature, world-class butler service, dedicated to ensuring a seamless and personalized stay. The hotel is also home to a spa sanctuary offering tailored treatments, as well as a fully-equipped fitness center and indoor heated pool.
The Sukhothai Shanghai
This 5-star hotel is in a prime location in the heart of the city, placing guests in easy reach of key attractions, such as the Jing’an Temple, Nanjing Road, and the Bund. Designed by renowned international architectural firm Neri&Hu, the establishment features a perfect blend of modernity and traditional elements. The 201 well-appointed rooms and suites feature floor-to-ceiling windows and include modern amenities and conveniences.
On-site dining options include an elegant all-day dining restaurant offering international cuisine, a Michelin-starred Italian venue, and a lounge with a remarkable selection of fine wines and authentic Cantonese cuisine. Guests can also enjoy a fully-equipped wellness center, featuring a 25-meter indoor heated pool, fitness facilities, and spa treatments.
The Yangtze Boutique Shanghai
This boutique hotel brings together the best of traditional Chinese luxury and modern amenities. Located in the heart of the city, the hotel is just a stone's throw away from popular attractions. The property features 96 elegant rooms and suites, each complete with stunning Art Deco touches, 1930s-inspired design, and contemporary comforts.
Guests can enjoy the on-site Chinese restaurant, which offers delicious Cantonese and Shanghainese dishes, or try the contemporary all-day dining option that serves international delicacies. The hotel also features a rooftop garden and bar where visitors can enjoy views of the city skyline and artisanal cocktails or traditional English afternoon tea. Guests are also invited to enjoy the on-site fitness center and spa treatments.
URBN Boutique Shanghai
Located in the heart of Shanghai's Jing'an District, this eco-conscious boutique hotel offers guests a unique combination of modern luxury and sustainable design. Housed within a reclaimed warehouse, this property houses 26 rooms and suites, each featuring custom furnishings made from locally-sourced, recycled materials.
The hotel also includes a lush rooftop garden, a focus on green initiatives, and an outstanding location within walking distance of key attractions. Additionally, guests can enjoy the hotel's award-winning restaurant, known for its farm-to-table concept and commitment to organic, locally-sourced ingredients.
W Shanghai - The Bund
Located on the iconic Bund, this hotel houses 374 guestrooms and suites, all complete with chic décor, modern technology, and views of the Huangpu River and the Pudong skyline. The property is home to a range of facilities, including a heated indoor pool, a spa, and a fitness center, as well as a selection of dining options.
Guests can enjoy delicious Chinese and international dishes, ranging from modern twists on traditional Shanghainese cuisine to innovative global favorites. For a taste of local nightlife, the trendy rooftop bar offers signature cocktails and views of the city skyline.
Waldorf Astoria Shanghai on the Bund
Located in the heart of Shanghai, this five-star property combines timeless elegance with modern amenities. Guests can enjoy views of the iconic Pudong skyline, take a stroll along the riverside promenade, or immerse themselves in the vibrant dining and shopping scene within walking distance of the hotel. This hotel comprises a meticulously restored heritage building and a contemporary tower, seamlessly blending European sophistication and the charm of Old Shanghai. The accommodations range from elegant guestrooms to luxury suites, all of which include high-speed WiFi, plush bedding, and marble bathrooms.
With several world-class dining venues on-site, guests can enjoy international cuisine or afternoon tea with views of the scenic waterfront. The hotel is also home to an award-winning spa, along with a heated indoor pool and a fully-equipped fitness center.
Wanda Reign on the Bund
Situated along the Huangpu River in Shanghai, this luxury hotel blends culture, art, and elegance. With views of the Bund and the Lujiazui skyline, the property features a blend of Eastern and Western design elements and houses 193 guest rooms and suites, all complete with Art Deco-inspired design and cutting-edge technology. The hotel also offers modern amenities, including a serene spa, an indoor swimming pool, and a well-equipped gym.
The property’s three signature restaurants serve a wide range of cuisines, from Japanese and French to modern Shanghai-style delicacies. Each dining venue has its own unique ambiance and décor, and the rooftop bar is the perfect space for guests to unwind with a cocktail and take in the Shanghai skyline.
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Becky Crowe, CEO/Executive Director
Start Date: 2019
Becky Crowe has an extensive leadership background in education including roles in management, strategic development, philanthropy, research, policy, and community engagement. Most recently, she served as a Fellow on the Chan Zuckerberg Initiative's Education team, including responsibility for grant making, strategy, and research focused on child development. Prior to that, Crowe was a partner with Bellwether Education Partners where she launched the Talent Advising practice to increase clients' organizational effectiveness while building a culture committed to diversity and inclusion. She provided targeted strategic counsel to numerous school districts and education nonprofit organizations, as well as corporate clients such as Microsoft and Google. Crowe also served as the Executive Director of Partners in School Innovation with a mission of transforming the quality of early literacy teaching and learning in San Francisco Bay Area schools. Ms. Crowe is a distinguished alumna of Stanford University, having earned a Bachelor's Degree in English; a Master's Degree in education from the Stanford School of Education; and a Master's Degree in management from the Stanford Graduate School of Business.
Helen R Benson, Executive Secretary
Start Date: 2001
Helen Benson can be contacted via email at HBenson@claytonearlylearning.org
Sarah Berkman, Vice President, Development
Start Date: 2015
Sarah Berkman leads the development and marketing and communications department for Clayton Early Learning. She is responsible for prospecting, cultivating and stewarding donors and grants and helping to advance the brand and recognition of the organization. Prior to joining the Clayton team in February of 2015, Sarah worked for the University of Northern Colorado as the Director of Corporate and Foundation Relations. She also worked for the Colorado History Museum and supported the Capital Campaign efforts for the History Colorado Center that opened in spring 2012. Sarah has more than 20 years of experience in management positions with various industries, both for profit and nonprofit, with skills in strategic planning, fundraising, program implementation, and community networking. Sarah attended Trinity College where she obtained a Bachelor's Degree in Liberal Arts. Additionally, she attended University of Denver, Daniels College of Business earning an International Master's Degree in Business Administration.
Cathy McCarty, Senior Vice President, Learning & Talent
Start Date: 1994
Cathy McCarty has over 27 years of management and human resources experience in both the for-profit and not-for-profit sectors. She began her career as an elementary school teacher in the Minneapolis/St. Paul metropolitan area. With a move to Colorado, she joined Jefferson Bank & Trust, a community bank in Lakewood in 1980. Cathy served as Senior Vice President, leading division responsibilities including human resources and payroll, marketing and advertising, operations, and general services. During her tenure, she actively participated in education-related community involvement projects through the Colorado Alliance of Business and Junior Achievement. Since joining Clayton in 1994, Cathy has supported early childhood programs in diverse capacities including directing human resources, managing administrative services and leading Early Head Start and Head Start programming. In her current role as Vice President of Learning & Talent, Cathy manages professional development services for Clayton. Cathy McCarty received her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and elementary education credentials from Hamline University in St. Paul, Minnesota. She is a graduate of Buell Early Childhood Leadership Program and holds an MA in Education Administration and Policy Studies, with emphasis on Early Childhood Care and Education.
Paula Smith, Vice President, Educational Services
Start Date: 2015
Paula Smith is Vice President, Educational Services. She has over 21 years of experience working in Early Head Start and Head Start programs serving culturally diverse families and children birth to age five. Since joining Clayton, Paula has led and managed all aspects of education, health, mental health, early intervention, and child and family services to support school readiness. She has also led and directed community partnerships throughout the State to leverage quality early care and education programs. Paula currently provides leadership and oversight of Clayton's early childhood programs with an additional focus on strategic initiatives that includes professional development and coaching throughout Colorado. Paula earned a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice from Indiana University and a Master's Degree in Early Childhood Studies, specializing in management, administration and leadership from Walden University.
Jane M.K. Williams, Chief Financial Officer
Start Date: 2018
Jane M.K. Williams is the Chief Financial Officer. Jane has been working in nonprofit accounting and finance with mission-focused educational organizations for over two decades. Prior to joining the Clayton Early Learning team, she was the Director of Reporting and Compliance/Controller for the Science Museum of Minnesota. Jane also spent twenty years in higher education at the nationally recognized liberal arts institution, the College of Saint Benedict. During her tenure, she served as controller and served in other finance-related positions. Additionally, she has worked in the for-profit law and small-business manufacturing/retail industries.
She brings her experience and expertise in accounting, strategic planning, debt financing, organizational change, project implementation and process change to Clayton Early Learning. Jane holds a Bachelors of Arts in Business Administration and Accounting.
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