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SD ANALYSIS - US-Turkey Trade War
Dr. Mehmood Ul Hassan Khan
29 Ağustos 2018 21:40

Fierce battel of “protectionism” and nationalism” is going on between the USA and Turkey. The US sweeping steel (50 percent) and aluminum tariffs (20 percent) has already deteriorated true spirits of globalization and international trade system which is now at high risk. Diplomatic ties between the US and Turkey is right now at its lowest ebbs because of so many complicated reasons/facts and most especially after the detention of US pastor Andrew Brunson on terror-related charges, sending the Turkish lira into free fall against the dollar in recent times.

It is evident that Turkey has been targeted of an economic war perpetrated by the US administration through its influence on international market players. Speculative attacks against Turkey are being carried out to weaken its economy and financial markets. In the past, the same punitive speculative attacks had been used against Argentine, Brazil and even Spain not for pure economic reasons but ironically political.

The US imposed sanctions on the two key minsters of Turkey which deteriorated the diplomatic ties between the two NATO allies. Moreover, the US demand/order to get released it citizen allegedly involved in toppling of Turkish government and die hard supporter of Fetullah Gülen has turned strategic priorities. Turkish local court has already rejected bail of so called “man of faith” pastor Andrew Brunson, who faces charges of terrorism. Even before, the US authorities has already started “dirty blame game” by convicting Mehmet Hakan Atilla the deputy director general of Turkish lender Halkbank on charges of helping Iran evade US sanctions on billions of dollars of oil proceeds.

Real power politics dominated over economy and resultant was the free down fall of Turkish national currency “lira” which worse performed during 2018 i.e. 45 percent against dollar. Capital flight is on the rise and people feel unsecured. Inflation (16 percent) is at its peak and price hike has become monster in Turkey. Turkish financial system is under immense pressure to support the quick revival of its macro-economy. Banking industry, stock exchange and the US-Lira exchange rate parity had have been fallen dramatically during 2018 resultantly; borrowing costs rose.

According to latest statement of the IMF Chief, the ongoing trade and tariff wars may create an international crisis in which global economy may badly suffer from US$ 430 billion. Similarly the WTO has also shown serious concerns about ongoing tit-for-tat economics cum politics at the international stage which would create serious repercussions in the days to come. Ultimately humanity will suffer. Ratios of poverty will be high and goals of sustainable economic development will be hard to achieve.
In a televised speech, President Tayyip Erdoğan passionately requested his countrymen to boycott dollar and convert their personal savings to national currency. Most of the people followed its piece of advice but seemingly economic crisis is too big to be managed through the economics of humanity alone. It badly needs pure economic reforms and structural changes in the Turkish economic system. Turkey ought to settle its high debt accumulated in foreign currencies. Moreover, the central bank must raise interest rates to support the currency. Subsequently, Turkish Central Bank has initiated many meaningful short terms policies to rescue its national economy and promised to bail out the sinking companies and institutions. Turkish Treasury and Finance Minister Berat Albayrak has also assured that no foreign currency accounts will be forcibly converted to liras.

He also announced his alternative plans for the revival of lira and boosting of his national economy by trading in the national currencies with Iran, Russia, and Ukraine. Russia is also feeling the heat and apparently read to “switch over” from dollar to Chinese “Yuan” as a reliable replacement for international trade and payments system. Iran immediately supported Turkey in the time of crisis. Even Qatar boldly announced the investment of US$ 15 billion in Turkey which has somehow, left good impact on Turkish lira and economy as well. Prime minister-in-waiting Imran Khan also extended his support to Turkey which is embroiled in an intense dispute with the United States.

Most recently, President Tayyip Erdoğan raised the levy on the US electronic commodities including passenger cars by 120 percent, on alcoholic drinks by 140 percent and on leaf tobacco by 60 percent. Tariffs were also increased on goods including cosmetics, rice and coal which showed Turkish political strong will to fight against all odds and international pressure. Now it is evident that Trump’s administration will intentionally delayed the delivery of F-35 to Turkey. Now, ongoing trade war has entered into the personal lives of the people. There may be a battel between US Apple and Turkish Venus in the days to come. Turkish Airlines has also bluntly announced on Twitter that it would join a campaign circulating on social media with a hashtag #ABDyeReklamVerme [don't give ads to America].

lthough, the Turkish Industry and Business Association (TUSIAD), and the Union of Chambers and Commodity Exchanges of Turkey (TOBB) stressed the need to use diplomatic channels to resolve the ongoing stand-off and eye-ball-to eye-ball situation between the US and Turkey. According to Turkey’s state-run news agency and US officials, US National Security adviser John Bolton had met with the Turkish ambassador to Washington and discussed the ongoing situation which produced “feel good” gesture in the financial markets and lira stabilized somewhat near record lows. It was up 10 percent during this week at 6.05 per dollar.

Turkish Treasury and Finance Minister Berat Albayrak has also announced the “New Turkish Economic Model” based on the new set of economic steps aimed at securing an economic growth of three to four percent in 2019 and decreasing the inflation rate to single-digits by virtue of which, the current account deficit would be balanced around four percent. The ministry added that it would continue to take steps to cut the budget deficit to around 1.5 percent of the country's GDP. Moreover, "The Treasury's debt rollover ratio will be reduced below 100 percent. The minister also announced a workable plan to target a non-interest surplus of $925 million (5 billion Turkish liras) by the end of 2018 through savings and income-generating measures.

The US-Turkey relation have been deteriorating due to many complicated reasons which are not confined to the US support to PKK-affiliated YPG militants in Syria; the detention of US pastor Andrew Brunson, the Palestinian issue and the status of Al-Quds; strategic policies towards Israel and Iran’s nuclear program; implementation of sanctions against Tehran; extradition of the leader of the Fetullah Terrorist Organization (FETO) from the US; the biased judicial process against the deputy general director of Halkbank; Turkey's intensifying strategic relations with Russia; purchase of S-400 missile system from Moscow and the delivery of F-35 fighter jets to the Turkish Air Force.

In the ongoing trade war, Turkish government must take serious steps to overcome the freefall of its national currency lira by pouring extra/excess liquidity in the markets. Strict control of capital flight may also be suggested to control the elements of “speculative attacks” in the stock exchanges and banking industry too. Sincere national response and the government’s assurance of foreign currency account holders would be catalyzed. The Turkish Central Bank must also initiate short as well as long term policies to stabilize lira and the regulate foreign exchange market liquidity management. Financial stability must not be derailed by providing extra liquidity to the banks to sustain the effective functioning of markets. The CBRT provided extra liquidity amounting to 10 billion TL ($6 billion) and $3 billion equivalent of gold liquidity to the national financial system.

Swapping of national currencies of other countries like Pakistan, Iran, Russia, Qatar, China and even Ukraine need to be accelerated. There is an urgent need to institutionalize tight monetary policy in the country. Search of new allies within NATO, the Europe Union (EU), Middle East, Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) and South East Asia may stimulate Turkish Economy.


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After an unbelievable finish to the match against Penrith at Brookvale Oval, the Sea Eagles have been dealt a huge blow just one week out from their 10th straight finals appearance.

Tireless backrower Jamie Buhrer has been ruled out for the remainder of the season after rupturing his ACL in the come from behind victory.

Buhrer, who scored the sides first points of the afternoon, had been filling in at dummy-half before he went off in the 71st minute.

Sea Eagles Coach Geoff Toovey said Buhrer was obviously upset with the outcome.

"He's pretty upset about the whole thing and rightfully so, he's been playing some good football for us," Toovey said.

Get your gear for our 10th straight chagre in to the finals today.

Meanwhile, regular 80-minute-man Matt Ballin (right leg) will be monitored throughout the week and given every chance to continue his run of 182 consecutive games for the Club in Townsville on Saturday night.

The hooker was missing for the entire second period but Toovey was optimistic when asked after the match of his chances.

"Matty Ballin's got a bit of a cork, I think he'll be OK," Toovey said. "Again we'll have to wait and see tomorrow but Jamie Buhrer is the main concern."

Brenton Lawrence is continuing his rehabilitation from a knee injury that saw him miss his first game of the season but is expected to recover in time to take on the Cowboys at 1300 SMILES Stadium.

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Competition - NRL Premiership
Round - Round 10
Teams â Manly Sea Eagles v Brisbane Broncos
Date â 14th May 2016
Venue â Suncorp Stadium, Brisbane, QLD
Photographer â Charles Knight

Manly Warringah Sea Eagles have nominated prop Brenton Lawrence for the 2016 Ken Stephen Medal.

Voting has opened to select the 2016 Ken Stephen Medallist, with fans encouraged to select the player they believe best reflects leadership qualities befitting of the medal.
The Ken Stephen Medal will be awarded during the 2016 Dally M Awards and recognises the efforts of an NRL player who has not only achieved success and leadership on-field, but contributed to community projects off-field to make a positive difference and change.
2016 Ken Stephen Medal nominees are:
Darius Boyd – Brisbane Broncos
Sia Soliola – Canberra Raiders
Moses Mbye – Canterbury-Bankstown Bulldogs
Paul Gallen – Cronulla Sharks
William Zillman – Gold Coast Titans
Brenton Lawrence – Manly-Warringah Sea Eagles
Nelson Asofa Solomona – Melbourne Storm
Trent Hodkinson – Newcastle Knights
John Asiata – North Queensland Cowboys
Tim Mannah – Parramatta Eels
Trent Merrin – Penrith Panthers
Joel Thompson – St George Illawarra Dragons
Kane Evans – Sydney Roosters
James Gavet – New Zealand Warriors
Dene Halatau – Wests Tigers
All Ken Stephen Medal nominees this year will be officially congratulated and recognised at the 2016 NRL Community Awards, with nominees forming the inaugural NRL Community Team of the Year.

To find out more on all Ken Stephen nominees and to vote, head to NRL.Com/KenStephenMedal

Why Brenton Lawrence was nominated

Season 2016 has been tough for Brenton Lawrence as a number of injuries hampered his campaign, but not once did he let that stop him from being an exemplarily ambassador and role model for various events and charities all over Australia.

A proud NRL State of Mind Ambassador, Brenton filled his time off the paddock with a number of speaking and media events and programs to tackle the issue of mental health in Australia, encouraging people to speak up and seek help if they feel the pressure of life.

Among the charities Brenton has used his profile and time to assist in 2016 included ASPECT (Autism Spectrum Australia), White Ribbon and Wild Animal Encounters with Ben Brittan. He has also hosted the Pilbara representative team, spending time with them to educate the value of inclusiveness and the importance of valuing heritage and community.

Spending time growing up and playing rugby league in South Australia, Brenton has always a passionate supporter for growing the game and often assists SANRL with promoting local competitions and clubs.

A proud clubman and loved by all on the Northern Beaches, this is the second time Brenton has been nominated for the prestigious Ken Stephen Medal.


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25 Books Every Pastor Should Have on Their Shelf

Here’s a list of 25 books (in no particular order) that I would bring to my pastoral office should I ever serve in a local church ministry again. You’ll notice the number of books that serve as interpretive aids betray the central role I believe Scripture, preaching, and teaching should serve in pastoral ministry. There are, however, pastors with other gifts—and needs that the church has—that would leave other emphases to be desired.

Also, though I’ve had this list in draft form for several months now, Thom S. Rainer of Lifeway Ministries beat me to the punch! Check out his list here. View Seedbed’s “Top 10” list for recommended reading on various topics here.

1) IVP Bible Background Commentary (Old Testament) by John Walton, Victor H. Matthews & Mark W. Chavalas

This two-part series is an indispensable resource, and the proof is in the number of copies sold. You can trust John Walton’s knowledge of ancient Near Eastern sources and what bearing it has on interpreting the Old Testament.

2) IVP Bible Background Commentary (New Testament) by Craig Keener

Keener’s knowledge of classical sources is widely recognized, and all of his work is marked by tremendous erudition and thoroughness. This volume is critical for understanding both familiar and problem passages in the New Testament.

3) The Sermons of John Wesley by Ken Collins and Jason E. Vickers

This new collection of John Wesley’s sermons includes introductory remarks by two of the world’s foremost Wesley scholars, and additionally, is arranged theologically according to the order of salvation. This will quickly become your go-to resource for regularly engaging this important historic material.

4) Betrayal of Trust: Confronting and Preventing Clergy Sexual Misconduct by Stanley Grenz & Roy D. Bell

This was one of the first books I read in seminary, and it successfully alerted me to the complexities of trust, dynamics of power in relationships, and responsibility in pastoral leadership.

5) The Pastor by Eugene Peterson

Peterson is the author of the multi-million-selling The Message Bible. In this memoir, he shares personal stories and wisdom that will challenge you to rethink ministry in our age of consumerism. The result is a thoughtful and refreshing vision of pastoral vocation.

6) Wesley and the People Called Methodists by Richard P. Heitzenrater

As as Wesleyan, I need a survey of the early Methodist movement on my shelf, including interpretation of its early theology and organization. Heitzenrater is a leading Wesleyan scholar and this work is both trusted and definitive on the topic.

7) The Reason for God by Timothy Keller

I can think of no better modern book on apologetics than this one written just a few years ago by Timothy Keller. It is comprehensive, and Keller writes as a pastor, though still maintaining intellectual integrity and robust arguments. He has been called a “modern C. S. Lewis” by the New York Times.

8) Classic Christianity by Thomas Oden

Proverbial wisdom states that we should read older books more often than new ones. This is the gift of Oden’s project tracing the doctrinal consensus of the gospel through historic Christianity. This one-volume magisterial work is full of theological wisdom gleaned from centuries of church teachers.

9) Across the Spectrum: Understanding Issues in Evangelical Theology by Gregory Boy & Paul Eddy

This helpful and concise book works through a breadth of positions concerning evangelical teaching. There are storied introductions, plenty of Scripture references, and responses to objectives. It is even-handed and fair to all perspectives.

10) The Pursuit of God by A. W. Tozer

Few books warrant as much attention as we should give ones like this. Whenever you are burned out, disillusioned, facing adversity, or temptation, pick up this classic and be reminded afresh of our most basic Christian vocation. Anything by Tozer is a treasure.

11) Mere Christianity by C. S. Lewis

C. S. Lewis is beloved by Catholics and evangelicals alike, and for good reason. This work has helped lead countless skeptics, both famous and ordinary, to the Christian faith, and his philosophical depth and profundity is universally acknowledged.

12) The Moral Vision of the New Testament by Richard Hays

One of the central roles of a pastor is to lead a congregation into ever-increasing levels of love and holiness, so a book on ethics is only appropriate. This work is a seminal study and recognized by several reports as a top-100 Christian book of the 20th century.

13) Celebration of Discipline by Richard Foster

If spiritual disciplines, such as fasting and contemplative prayer, are foreign to you, this is a great primer to help you move into new, life-giving spiritual practices. Recapturing these rhythms are essential for modern life in the 21st century.

14) My Utmost for His Highest by Oswald Chambers

This classic daily devotional, though written over an hundred years ago, is timeless in its application. It is spiritually challenging and continues to minister to millions of Christians. You can read this daily year after year and still gain fresh insight and application.

15) When Helping Hurts: How to Alleviate Poverty without Hurting the Poor … And Yourself by Steve Corbett & Brian Fikkert

Pastoral work includes ministering to “the least of these,” but the effects of so much ministry to the poor has not been thoughtfully considered. This well-received resource will help keep the church focused on holistic ministry from a truly biblically-informed gospel.

16) Surprised by Hope by N. T. Wright

N. T. Wright is a prolific scholar and a true churchman. Surprised by Hope is just one of his books that will challenge afresh what we think of the gospel, the afterlife, Christian discipleship, and cultural engagement.

17) Exegetical Fallacies by D. A. Carson

D. A. Carson is as sharp as they come when addressing issues in biblical interpretation. This book will help us avoid common mistakes when doing our exegetical work in the text during sermon preparation.

18) The Divine Conspiracy by Dallas Willard

The late Dallas Willard was beloved by all, and though a philosopher by training, his contribution to the life of the church is the challenge to move beyond a gospel of “sin management” and into the depths of spiritual maturity. I was assigned this book in 10th grade Sunday School, and I am so grateful I was exposed to it early on.

19) Inductive Bible Study by Robert Traina & David R. Bauer

Traina is one of the early heralds of inductive Bible study method (commonly known as IBS), and his project of teaching students of the Bible comes to a splendid fulfillment through David Bauer in this comprehensive handbook on letting the Bible speak for itself.

20) Interlinear for the Rest of Us by William Mounce

This is a great reference book for those with little or no biblical Greek training. It lets you do simple things like word studies by offering the Greek text underneath the English text, which is usually presented in reverse order in traditional interlinear Bibles.

21) Wesley and Sanctification by Harald Lindstrom

Published by Francis Asbury Press, this work is recognized as a keen treatment of what John Wesley considered to be the central theme of biblical theology—salvation. This is an important read for anyone wanting to immerse themselves in the doctrine which energized the Wesleyan revival and early Methodist movement. Lindstrom uses Wesley’s sermons as primary sources.

22) New Testament History by Ben Witherington III

If you ever need to freshen up on the background related to Herod the Great, the Pharisees & Saduccees, or other Greco-Roman and Jewish history, this is a great place to start. It’s very readable and covers all the basics, though you will find a significant part dedicated to the New Testament story itself.

23) Come Creator Spirit by Raniero Cantalamessa

Structured as a commentary on an ancient prayer, “Veni Creator,” Roman Catholic Cantalamessa offers us one of the finest treatments of the Holy Spirit that there is. It is packed with theological insight, but even better, nearly every line invites the reader to pause and reflect. It is a rare gem that does serious theology while inspiring awe, devotion, and worship.

24) The Wounded Healer: Ministry in Contemporary Society by Henri J. M. Nouwen

Nouwen is one of those authors that ought to occupy significant space on every pastor’s shelf. Among others, such as Richard Foster and Eugene Peterson, he challenges us to rethink conventional approaches to American ministry and spirituality. Here you’ll find hope-filled insights for ministry through pastoral attentiveness to suffering.

25) IVP Atlas of Bible History

This is a beautifully-designed resource to aide our understanding of the biblical timeline, people, and places. It makes them come to life in new ways. The illustrations and photos are second to none. You’ll especially appreciate the illustrations of Babylon, The Second Temple, and the City of Ephesus.

How about you? What would you include on this list?

View Seedbed’s “Top 10” list for recommended reading on various topics.

Andrew is an editor for Seedbed. He enjoys spending his free time with family and friends, doing design, photography, and gardening. He lives with his family in Tennessee.

  1. Thanks for the list; a number of books I’ll need to read. But one question: out of 25 books, there are no female voices worth hearing? And similarly, only white people it looks like?

    • Good point. What are the the 4-5 you would suggest that come from female voices? I have one on my list above. Also–non-white authors? I have several in my top 100 list, but none in my top 25 “classics” I confess

    • Thanks Danny for noticing this. This is my own list and it certainly betrays a lack of diversity. I would love to have your own contributions.

      • Immediately, I think of James Cones “The Cross and the Lynching Tree.” Also Barbara Brown Taylor’s “Preaching Life.” Then I wonder what we can learn from Latin America – people like Oscar Romero. I’m personally out of touch with good feminist or womanist voices.

        Perhaps not as rich theologically, Anne Lammott’s “Traveling Mercies” would give us a good sense of what lay people think, and what conversion from secularism looks like.

        The increasing reality that our churches need to be more diverse also point me to Soong Chan Rah’s “Next Evangelicalism” and Christena Cleveland “Disunity in Christ.”

        And one of my favorites is a novel, Endo’s “Silence” based on the persecution of Japanese Christians.

  2. Great list, Andrew…
    Couldn’t agree more with # 5, 10, 11, 13, 14, 16, 18, & 24.
    The only clear omission for “every pastor” I would note is “The Tale of Three Kings” by Gene Edwards.

    I suppose in a fit of self-preference I might add other Peterson books too, especially The Contemplative Pastor and Working the Angles, although a half-dozen or more of his books would be possible nominations… and you chose the very best of all of them. I am so glad Pastor Pete added that capstone to his works at the end to sum up All Things Eugene. Other Nouwen works are commendable too (In the Name of Jesus and Return of the Prodigal Son) but again you chose the best one for “every pastor.” Charlene Li’s Open Leadership is one many pastors could take a look at in these days of social media, and social media even impacting the way we lead in non social media spaces. Bonhoeffer’s Cost of Discipleship could make a list like this. Preaching with Freshness by Bruce Mawhinney is a great near-classic on preaching for me. Spiritual Leadership by Oswald Sanders might deserve a spot as it has few peers in that zone. Rich Christians in an Age of Hunger is unparalleled in that area as well, and now a classic. 24/6 by Matthew Sleeth is perhaps in the top 50 for me, not sure about top 25 of all time, but close–and a focus not well represented in the ministry literature. The Making of a Leader by Robert Clinton is the touch stone for the influential Leadership Emergence Theory. You list might be a little light on Holiness theology for a site like this, so I suggest Holiness for Ordinary People by Keith Drury, which, at 30 years old, might be getting close enough for classic status in that zone–while still being so readable for today.

    There are works that meant a great deal TO ME on my shelves and in my kindle but I don’t know that they would mean much TO OTHERS (I don’t expect others to get what I do out of Vonnegut and Kierkegaard!) A hard task you launched into here, and I commend you on a job well done!

  3. Great post Andrew!
    Pastoral work must be intensely personal, as the pulpit cannot be used for discipleship, mentoring, counseling, and leadership formation. “The Church is US,” (as the 2009 Youth Convention @ Detroit wonderfully captured the idea that the church is made of people and families). Where ever you have people and relationships, you will definitively have conflicts. I would definitively add at least 1 work on pastoral counseling and 1 on conflict resolution, especially because most churches in America are small (50% are under 75 members!), and cannot afford specialized pastors.
    Keep up the good work my dear friend!

    • I thought of you often as I made this list! I’m so glad you chimed in with the need for pastoral counseling. Thanks for your comment!

  4. I like the list. Resident Aliens by Hauerwas and Willimon, the Prophetic Imagination by Brueggemann, and Responsible Grace by Maddox would have to make mine.

    As for diversifying the list, I feel like there’s no end to great options. Some that I haven’t seen mentioned yet that I would definitely include on my top 25-30 would be Christ the Key by Kathryn Tanner, God for Us by Catherine Mowry LaCugna, God the Spirit by Beth Felker Jones, A Theology of Love by Mildred Bangs Wyncoop, The Heart of Racial Justice by Brenda Salter McNeil & Rick Richardson, both Spirit of Love and Renewing Christian Theology by Amos Yong, The Christian Imagination by Willie James Jennings, Redeeming Mulatto by Brian Bantum, No Shame in Wesley’s Gospel by Edward Wimberly, and both Confessing the Triune God and Theological Theodicy by Daniel Castelo.

  5. I would add two more. (1) Explore the Book by Sidlow Baxter and (2) Between the Two Worlds (also titled, I Believe in Preaching) by John R W Stott.

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Personal Growth Enhances Self Worth - Enjoy Life To The Full

Personal growth is happening all the time in our lives. It is something that we cannot really stop nor do without. When we consciously get in on the action our knowledge and understanding of life can rocket ahead. Put in the effort and you can really become more in life. Why not start right away?

If we make a goal of growing then our whole life benefits and our self worth is boosted. Our self confidence soars and we are motivated to greater effort to achieve our dreams and goals. This is a circle we definitely want to get into!

Sure, there will be barriers to growth. We have personal hangups and limitations. But we also have talents and skills just waiting to be exploited. Try to make a point each day to move on in life and become the person that you are capable of. With effort you may well surprise yourself!

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  • Working towards having a balance in life
  • Overcoming barriers to find enhanced enjoyment and happiness
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  • Allowing your increased self confidence and self esteem to open new doors in your life
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  • Finding that personal growth and development has a place in your life
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  • Accepting yourself as you are
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  • Feeling good about yourself and what you are doing in life
  • Feeling happier in your own skin

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If you’ve never heard of dragon flags, you’re not alone. Me from yesterday raises hand. Though the term may sound like a medieval mascot, it’s actually a super challenging—and effective—total-body move that celebrity trainer Ben Bruno ranks as one of his favorite core exercises.

Bruno, whose clients include Kate Upton, Chelsea Handler, and Victoria's Secret model Barbara Fialho, among others, uploaded an Instagram video yesterday of him demo’ing the move, which you can check out, via @benbrunotraining, here:

“It’s a very old-school move,” Mark DiSalvo, NYC-based certified strength and conditioning specialist, tells SELF, describing its ties to martial arts. (It's said to be one of Bruce Lee's signature moves). “It probably fell out of favor because it’s so challenging.”

This seriously tough move is great for total-body strengthening, particularly in the core, back, and shoulders.

The powerhouses in this move are the muscles in the anterior core (the front of the core), says DiSalvo, including the rectus abdominis (what you think of when you think "abs"), as well as the obliques (muscles on the sides of your stomach). It also works your transverse abdominis (the deepest ab muscle that wraps around your sides and spine) and hip flexors, Mike Clancy, certified strength and conditioning specialist, tells SELF. “This is by and large an ab-isolation exercise,” he says.

That said, it’s not all core. Maintaining the proper upper-body positioning also requires serious shoulder, upper-back, lower-back, and grip strength, DiSalvo adds.

As DiSalvo mentioned and as Bruno states in the caption, this move is super challenging (“I hope nothing funny happens in the next few days because my abs are too sore to laugh,” Bruno writes), primarily because it requires supreme tension from nearly every part of your body, explains DiSalvo.

A full dragon flag involves maintaining said tension throughout your entire body as you move it both down (eccentrically) and then back up (concentrically). As Bruno writes on Instagram, this OG version is “simply too hard for most people and even those who are strong enough to do them tend to feel it in the lower back.” That's why he typically sticks with the eccentric-only version (what he demos in the video), “which gives very similar benefits with much less risk.”

To understand the intensity of dragon flags—whether you're doing the full version or Bruno's eccentric-only version—you can think of the move as a plank, but with only two points of contact with the ground, instead of four, explains DiSalvo, which makes it much more difficult. The move is also exponentially tougher than a plank because it involves slow, controlled movements (as explained above), as opposed to just holding a static position, he adds.

To do this full move while keeping your legs straight the entire time, you need strength and flexibility in both your spine and hip flexors, as well as strength in your core, explains Clancy. If you don’t have that expert-level combo—which most of us probably don't—you’ll likely need to bend your knees to some degree and/or limit your range of motion. (More on those regressions below.)

The dragon flag has direct applications in several sports.

Compared to other core moves, like crunches and sit-ups, dragon flags are “more integrative and relevant to a variety of sports,” says DiSalvo, like martial arts, yoga, and boxing. (Hence Bruno’s shoutout to Lee and Rocky in the caption). With dragon flags, “you’ll get a good deal of understanding of how you move within your sport,” DiSalvo explains.

By slowly and steadily lowering yourself down, you are teaching yourself how to indirectly brace yourself against impact by developing and maintaining tension around your core, which translates especially well to sports like martial arts and boxing, explains Clancy, where you need a rigid core to withstand kicks and punches.

The move also teaches you how to move your spine in small increments and not just “as a block,” Clancy adds. This improves your back’s capacity for movement and overall functioning. What’s more, the move is also a great test of your proprioception, or your body’s ability to know where it is in space, says DiSalvo.

Here’s how do to Bruno’s version of the move, plus tips for making it more beginner-friendly.

  • Start by lying on your back on the floor, with your head next to a fixed anchor, like the weighted pole in Bruno’s video. You can also lie on an exercise bench, though only attempt this if you have good balance, as you don’t want to topple over.
  • Firmly grab onto the anchor or the back of the bench with both hands and bend your knees and bring them into your chest. Keeping your legs still, engage your upper body and rock back to lift your hip toward the ceiling. Your butt and lower back should rise off the ground.
  • From this position (you should be in what looks like a yoga shoulder stand), try straightening your legs. If you can’t (don’t feel bad—most people won’t be able to, says Clancy), keep your knees bent. If you feel any tension in your lower back, bend your knees more until the tension dissipates. You’ll still get benefits even if your knees are bent all the way into your chest, says Clancy.
  • Once you’ve found the appropriate positioning with your legs, slowly begin lowering yourself down, segment by segment, from your shoulder blades all the way down to the top of your butt.
  • As each segment lowers, think about pressing it completely flat against the floor so that there is no space between the floor and your body.
  • When the top of your butt hits the floor, you are done. Relax for 10 to 15 seconds, and then try the move again.

As you attempt this move, “go as slow as you can,” says DiSalvo. He also recommends attempting it no more than three to five times with ample rest in between each rep. Although you can tack it onto pretty much any workout, “I wouldn’t do this at the end of a back-intensive day,” caveats DiSalvo. “Save it for a day you are [feeling] pretty fresh.”

It’s also important to stick to a range of motion you can control, writes Bruno. For most people, that means only lowering to the halfway point, where you can no longer control the descent. If that’s you, “don’t force it, as you don’t want to hurt your lower back,” he explains. “Just do what you can and work toward controlling the full range of motion over time.”

If you struggle to get up onto your shoulders for the starting position of the move, DiSalvo recommends practicing yoga shoulder stands as a way to get used to putting weight on your upper back and shoulders and also train your core to stay vertically erect. You can also build up relevant core and back strength by doing hanging leg raises, he adds.

On the other hand, if you are able to do the full-on dragon flag with ease (go, you!), you can make it even harder by adding in a flutter kick at the top of the movement, says Clancy. You can also attempt the concentric portion of the move by slowly raising your body back up to the starting position, segment by segment, though keep in mind that this will be very difficult for most people and includes increased risk for back injury, writes Bruno.

The bottom line: “Even with bent knees and a partial range of motion this is still a great exercise that can be easily modified to different levels,” writes Bruno. And with that, you can move dragon flags from the "never heard of" category to "absolutely trying."


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  • An Easter Message

    Contributed by Nathan Eyland on Mar 26, 2005
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    There are two defining images of Easter, death and resurrection

    Easter is the longest of the Christian ‘sacred’ holidays. Although Christmas gives us two days off, one for Christmas and one for Boxing Day, Christmas day itself is the only ‘sacred’ holiday. For many people in Australia Easter means a four-day weekend. For Christians Easter is about two sacred more

  • Semper Fi! An Easter Message

    Contributed by Jack Warford on Apr 6, 2001
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    When things get tough, does God call for the Marines, or does He call for the Marys?

    “Semper Fi!” An Easter Message This is short for the Latin words “Semper Fidelis”, which means ALWAYS FAITHFUL. This is the motto for our United States Marine Corps. But, long before there was a United States Marine Corps (10 November 1775), long before there was even a United States of more

  • The Easter Message Is Of Utmost Importance

    Contributed by Christopher Raiford on Sep 2, 2004
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    Easter Sermon

    1 Corinthians 15:1-11 1 Now, brothers, I want to remind you of the gospel I preached to you, which you received and on which you have taken your stand. 2 By this gospel you are saved, if you hold firmly to the word I preached to you. Otherwise, you have believed in vain. 3 For what I received I more

  • Back To The Future - An Easter Message

    Contributed by Christopher Hill on Apr 2, 2004
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    When we look back to the resurrection of Christ we are free to live life in a radical new way - life doesn’t end at the grave.

    In the trilogy of Back to the Future movies, Michael J Fox takes a wild adventure into the past through the use of a souped up Delorean that is turned into a time machine. In the first adventure, he travels back to the year of his parents’ high school prom. He realizes that making any changes in more

  • What's So Good About The Gospel (Easter Message)

    Contributed by Guy Caley on Apr 1, 2002
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    Four things that make the Gospel "Good News."

  • It Is Finished

    Contributed by Keith Andrews on Jun 5, 2002
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    Easter Message

    John 19:28-30 28Jesus knew that everything was now finished, and to fulfill the Scriptures he said, ¡§I am thirsty.¡¨„T 29A jar of sour wine was sitting there, so they soaked a sponge in it, put it on a hyssop branch, and held it up to his lips. 30When Jesus had tasted it, he said, ¡§It is more

  • Do You Know Jesus

    Contributed by Wesley Bishop on Mar 15, 2004
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    This is an Easter message.

    henever you watch something on TV that is a continuation of a previous show, they always bring you up to speed on what is going on. They say, “Previously on ‘I Love Lucy,’ Ricky caught Lucy in one of her little pranks.” You know the drill. So I think it is only fair to bring everyone up to speed more

  • Easter — The Spring Of God's Seasons

    Contributed by Ed Wood on Feb 21, 2003
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    An Easter Message.

    EASTER — THE SPRING OF GOD’S SEASONS 1 Corinthians 15:42-44 INTRO: This morning I am reminded of that old, well known song: "Oh what a beautiful morning, Oh what a beautiful day. I’ve got a beautiful feeling, everything’s going my way.” It’s the kind of day that causes one to think of the more

  • From Darkness To Deliverance

    Contributed by Keith Linkous on Jun 24, 2002
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    A great Easter message.

  • Because He Lives...

    Contributed by Brian La Croix on Oct 3, 2001
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    Easter message focusing on the facts of the resurrection

    “Because He Lives…” 1 Corinthians 15:3-20 (Easter Sunday, April 15, 2001) Introduction Most of you don’t know this, but I have been living with a painful childhood memory that has impacted my impressions of Easter. It happened during a family trip. I don’t know where we were going, or more

  • The Easter Surprise

    Contributed by David Dewitt on Aug 20, 2002
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    Children’s Easter Message 2002

    The Easter Surprise Matthew 28:5-6 Children’s Message Easter Sunday: March 31, 2002 How many of you had an Easter Egg Hunt this year? What is this? (Hold up an empty large plastic Easter Egg) What are these Easter Eggs for? People hide them. You look for them, find them and open more

  • How To Find Victory In Life

    Contributed by Bobby Gilstrap on Nov 11, 2000
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    An Easter message to give hope in the midst of unsettled times.

    "HOW TO FIND VICTORY IN LIFE" Matthew 28:1-10 (NASB) by Bobby Gilstrap How can you find victory in life when things around you are falling apart? Yesterday morning (4/22/00), INS Agents stormed the house where Elian Gonzalas was staying. That little boy was taken from that house to be more

  • Incredible Hope

    Contributed by Tom Mccrossan on Feb 11, 2004
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    The Easter message of resurrection hope from John 20

    INCREDIBLE HOPE John 20:1-18 INTRO.- Easter Sunday. What’s it all about? What does it mean to people? Well, that depends on who you are talking to. Mary Louise Duggard, age 8, of Seat Pleasant, MD, said of Easter, "You get eggs, and you remember God." Not bad! Jamila more

  • The Rose Of Sharon

    Contributed by David Dewitt on Aug 20, 2002
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    This was an Easter Message given for a large group of teenagers.

  • Remember Calvary

    Contributed by Abraham Lavoi on Nov 28, 2000
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    An Easter message designed to call believers to daily remember the sacrifice of Calvary.

    John 15:13 “Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends.” I. The Alamo (memorable, inspiring) 1834 – Mexican Dictator General Antonio Lopez de Santa Anna laid seige to the patriots of the newly independent state of Texas. After having been under siege more


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Who loves 90s boy bands? Everyone right? Perfect. Well, one of the bands of your childhood is attempting to make a comeback with a brand new song.

Who remembers O-Town? The group was formed on a TV show that launched in 1999 called Making the Band. It was a big reality show back in the 90s and the five original members had a few big hits after the show.

Who remembers one of the most awkward songs ever called Liquid Dreams?

Well, there newest song is called "Empty Space". Four of of the five members of O-Town are back together and they are even touring!  Trevor, Jacob, Erik and Dan are back and you can listen to their new song now.

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Timber buildings come in all shapes, sizes, styles and finishes, but not all of them are bespoke to your needs. We offer a different service so you get exactly what you need. From sheds, studios, offices and summerhouses to garages, carports and workshops, Shields Buildings design, craft and install bespoke timber buildings to fit your space and individual requirements.

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Shikwari is the perfect venue to host your rustic, relaxed bush wedding. There is something magical about being serenaded by the sounds of the bushveld as you say your vows under an African sky, with spectacular sunsets, unspoiled wilderness and great service.

For the ceremony itself, you can choose the deck boma, or a romantic spot under trees near the lodge or you may want to choose a rocky outcrop with views of the bushveld that stretch as far as you can see; or a bush clearing.

For the wedding reception, we are able to offer safari-style weddings and are well equipped to provide a delicious Reception dinner for you and your guests.

This may include a traditional braai (barbecue); or “out-of-Africa” elegance under a starry sky, or cocktails accompanied by a string quartet as the sun sinks beyond the horizon.  Traditional drummers, singers and dancers can also be arranged to perform at bush weddings ceremonies and receptions.

Whatever your preference, a wedding in the bush is a very romantic way of saying, “I do.”

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Includes: For a wedding of up to 120 guests

  • On-site Wedding Planner
  • A delicious reception meal – your choice to the menu. Usually, a 3-course dinner but we can also offer lunch or high tea.
  • Welcome drinks – A signature drink will be devised by our Chef.
  • Tables round or rectangle, cutlery, table clothes,  glassware & serviettes
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  • Supply of Perspex Ghost style, Tiffany style, Safari or Wimbledon style chairs @ extra cost.
  • Ceremony at the chosen area.
  • Bridal Suite. (Suite for the night and breakfast on your veranda next morning)
  • Flowers for Décor (extra for bouquets and corsages etc)
  • Décor including flowers at the ceremony in Bush or Lodge Gardens or in Lodge Great Room.
  • Exclusive use of the lodge means that only your guests may book accommodation for the wedding and that no other guests or events will be taking place (Please note: if the wedding is very small, under 50 guests, only the Shikwari Suites will be exclusive)

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  • Canapes for premeal drinks – this is optional –  cost depends on the type of canapes.
  • Menu Cards
  • Wedding Cake – this may be made onsite
  • Entertainment, DJ, pianist  for the ceremony
  • Minister – we have a minister that will preside over weddings he is close by so won’t need accommodation. Or bridal couples own.
  • Bridal & bridesmaid bouquets, corsages & boutonnieres.
  • Tent
  • Delivery cost of hired items.  (This can only be determined on booking with the hire company)

Please email us  for more information and let us know  your needs, we would be honoured to arrange your special day

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1019 N Main St, Mayville WI 53050 Sold for $1,100,000 on 12/15/2017

1019 N Main St, Mayville 3.57 Acres $1,250,000 Sold

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  • Status: Sold
  • Est. Square Footage: 25,200
  • Est. Year Built: 2000
  • County: Dodge
  • Postal Municipality: Mayville
  • MLS#: 1461041
  • Listing Company: Boss Realty, Llc
  • Price/SqFt: $49

1019 N Main St, Mayville, WI 53050 - Awesome Investment opportunity, consistent cash flow with excellent rental history convenient location for owner and tenants, easy maintenance all metal buildings. Exceptional monthly cash flow.

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  • Heating/Cooling: None
  • Water Waste: None
  • Roof: Metal
  • Waterfront/Access: N
  • Lot Size: 3.57 Acres
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MLS Number New Status Previous Status Activity Date New List Price Previous List Price Sold Price DOM
1461041 Sold ActiveWO Dec 18 2017 1:32PM $1,100,000 665
1461041 ActiveWO Active Oct 30 2017 11:09AM 665
1461041 Active Expired Feb 20 2017 11:48AM 665
1461041 Expired Active Feb 20 2017 12:15AM 665
1461041 Active Feb 19 2016 2:11PM $1,250,000 665
1377713 Expired Active Jan 1 2016 12:25AM 529
1377713 Sep 30 2015 1:38PM $1,250,000 $1,399,999 529
1377713 Active Jul 21 2014 10:06AM $1,399,999 529

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December 29, 2014

ALLEN PARK, Mich. (AP) Detroit's hopes of winning a playoff game for the first time since 1991 took a huge hit in the form of Ndamukong Suh.

The NFL announced Monday that the Lions' defensive tackle had been suspended for this weekend's wild-card playoff game in Dallas for a violation of safety-related playing rules against Green Bay in the season finale. Suh got in trouble for stepping on Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers' left leg twice, once with each foot. Suh also applied pressure and pushed off Rodgers' unprotected leg with his left foot, violating unnecessary roughness rules, the league said.

Suh, who will be reinstated next Monday, can appeal the suspension within three days. He can ask for an expedited appeal, which would be heard by Ted Cottrell, a hearing officer employed by the NFL and the players' union.

Suh did not speak with reporters at the Lions practice facility.

Lions center Dominic Raiola, coming off his own one-game ban for a similar incident, was enraged by the suspension.

''The play ... he wasn't even looking at (Rodgers).'' Raiola said. ''He was getting pushed back a little bit. It was ridiculous what Fox did right after it. It was crazy, watching it. I couldn't even listen to those guys after he did it.

''There is no way, at that point in the game, that he did something like that on purpose. No way.''

Added teammate Larry Warford: ''It's part of what has been happening around here. Obviously, they're going to be stricter on us. That is just a fact of what happened a week before.

''They're obviously a lot stricter with our team,'' Warford continued, referring to the NFL. ''It's something we have to fight through. A little adversity. We'll make it through.''

Suh is a repeat offender with a long list of fines and one previous suspension, for two games in 2011 for stepping on the right arm of Packers lineman Evan Dietrich-Smith. Suh has been fined seven times in his career, but this is the first in 2014.

''It's a huge loss,'' defensive end Darryl Tapp said. ''It's Ndamukong Suh. We do a lot of things with him on the defense. We build a lot of stuff around him. But it's not nothing we can't overcome. We have to overcome it. It's the playoffs. Win or go home. We'll have to sell out to get our brother back, and hopefully we can do that.''

The Lions boast the No. 1 rushing defense in the league, limiting opposing teams to just 69.3 rushing yards per game. But the Packers racked up 152 yards on the ground in their NFC North-clinching win over the Lions on Sunday - the most Detroit has surrendered all season.

In fact, the Lions hadn't allowed a team to amass 100 or more yards on the ground since a win at the Jets on Sept. 28.

''Our defense has been really strong in that area all through the year, when you look at it statistically,'' coach Jim Caldwell said. ''There have been very few teams that have been able to run it on us with any regularity, except for yesterday. Obviously, they ran the ball us on extremely well. We have some things to get worked out, and that's our job.''

Now, the Lions must regroup in time to shut down the most productive running back in the league this season: DeMarco Murray, whose 115.3 yards-per-game average is 20 yards per game more than anyone else in the NFL.

And the front seven will be without the dynamic presence of Suh and, in all likelihood, Nick Fairley, who hasn't played since suffering a knee injury against Atlanta on Oct. 26. Caldwell said he ''can't rule out'' the possibility that Fairley plays but that it ''would be a miracle.''

With Suh sidelined, pending the appeal process, the responsibility to clog up the middle of the field will fall to the rest of the defensive linemen, such as C.J. Mosley and ends Ziggy Ansah and Andre Fluellen. Even Tapp, who normally lines up on the outside, may be asked to play some tackle.

Tapp, who spent the last three seasons within the Cowboys' division at Philadelphia and Washington, knows what kind of challenge the Dallas offense poses.

''Murray runs very hard, and he's very explosive,'' Tapp said. ''Their offensive line is as advertised. They always get guys who are big, strong and athletic.''

AP Pro Football Writer Barry Wilner contributed to this report.

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25 July 2018

Sizzling Silverstone Serves up Another Classic Classic

Last weekend’s Silverstone Classic has been universally hailed as another massive success by the 100,000 visitors, competitors, performers, grid organisers, exhibitors, car clubs, and media, who savoured three extraordinary days of epic entertainment at the home of British motor sport.
For the fourth year in succession the world’s biggest classic motor racing festival attracted a six figure attendance drawn by a magical mix of unrivaled retro racing grids, glittering automotive anniversaries plus a feast of fun-fuelled attractions for all the family.
The spectacular on-track action featured more than a 1,000 entries spanning eight decades of much-loved motor sport history. This year’s packed 21-race programme again delivered huge grids  often totaling in excess of 50 cars  of Formula One, GT, sports and touring cars from what many today regard as the golden eras of yesteryear.
With the world famous Northamptonshire circuit celebrating the 70th anniversary of its very first Grand Prix staged back in 1948, the sun-drenched weekend’s four spectacular showdowns for illustrious F1 cars were of extra significance. Adding to those celebrations, a special display showcased eight great GP cars that had raced on the original runways at Silverstone including a trio of very distinguished ERAs plus a pair of marvelous Maseratis as raced in period by the first two F1 World Champions: Giuseppe Nino’ Farina and Juan Manuel Fangio.
At the other end of the single-seater spectrum  and marking the pinnacle to an incredible three-year Diamond Jubilee World Tour  was a record turn-out of diminutive Formula Juniors so many in fact that they were split into two capacity 54-car grids.
First introduced in 1958 as an affordable stepping-stone for young drivers with their sights set on Formula 1, Formula Junior was a massive global success. Not only did it produce four World Champions  Jim Clark OBE, John Surtees CBE, Denny Hulme OBE and Jochen Rindt  to whom the Silverstone races were dedicated but also motivating a wealth of budding young engineers and designers all inspired by the clever regulations to build their own distinctive racers.
Underlining the wealth of talent which the formula attracted, no fewer than 32 different makes of Formula Junior car took to the circuit on Saturday afternoon for a very special Diamond Jubilee track parade. The current crop of drivers is pretty talented, too: Cameron Jackson winning the overall Motor Sport Driver of the Weekend’ for his stirring fight-back to finish second from 50th on the starting grid after his 1962 Brabham BT2 suffered a broken throttle cable in qualifying.
Sunday’s focus switched to celebrating the 60th anniversary of the ever-popular British Touring (née Saloon) Car Championship. Marking this notable milestone, the race card included four thrilling bumper-to-bumper contests with past champions such as John Cleland and Rickard Rydell renewing past rivalries.
Visitors on Tin Top Sunday were also treated to a dazzling BTCC 60 Year Anniversary Parade fronted by the series’ most successful driver Jason Plato driving last year’s title winning Subaru Levorg. Bookending history, Plato was joined at the fore by an Austin Westminster A105 as driven by Jack Sears to the inaugural title back in 1958.
Other notable cars in the huge cavalcade included Doc Shepherd’s title winning Austin A40 from 1960, Frank Gardner’s title winning Escort from 1968, the iconic 1994 Volvo 850 Estate with its original driver Rydell at the helm plus multiple race-winner Stuart Graham back behind the wheel of an iconic Faberge liveried Camaro from the BTCC’s heavy metal era.
With so many notable past and present BTCC drivers attending the Classic, a special commemorative photo was organised. Between them, those assembled had amassed more than 250 race wins and no fewer than eight BTCC titles: John Fitzpatrick (1966), John Cleland (1989 and 1995), Rickard Rydell (1998) Jason Plato (2001 and 2010), Colin Turkington (2009 and 2014). Other tin-top legends present included Stuart Graham, Jeff Allam, Patrick Watts, Tiff Needell, Steve Soper and 2012 World Touring Car Champion Rob Huff.
While the unrivalled roster of superlative retro races remains at the heart of the Silverstone Classic, as ever the track action was perfectly complemented by an amazing line-up of off-track entertainment.
Over three richly colourful days on the infield, more than 110 hugely enthusiastic car clubs were out in force displaying a glittering array totalling more than 10,000 classic road cars. Many of these clubs were also celebrating marque and model anniversaries with special track parades of their own. Notable among these was the Morgan Owners Club marking the 50th birthday of the iconic Plus 8 and a troupe of Jaguar clubs honouring 70 years of the seminal XK120 sportscar as well as 50 years of XJ models.
Providing yet more entertainment for every age, all the crowd-pleasing attractions that have proved so popular with families at recent Classics returned in spectacular style: Streetcar Shoot-outs, the JET big wheel, Spitfire engine fire-ups, Mike Brewer’s Car Clinics now presented by Haynes Publishing, crazy golf, an adrenaline zone, period funfair rides, air displays and pulsating live music sets this year from chart-toppers Soul II Soul and UB40 the entertainment just kept coming and coming, with some notable new additions, too!
World record holder Terry Grant brought his jaw-dropping stunt show to the Classic for the very first time while younger visitors were given the chance not only to polish their pre-season football talents at the Yokohama Chelsea Skills Zone but also (if aged 10 and over) to whet their motoring appetites by driving a dual-controlled Vauxhall Corsa with Young Driver.
Another amazing new attraction was a dazzling display of Supercar Legends presented by Yokohama, based right at the heart of Silverstone’s International Paddock. In keeping with the event’s reflective character, it showcased not only some of the world’s latest speedsters from hallowed hyper brands such as Aston Martin, Koenigsegg, Pagani and TVR but also an iconic forebear thus highlighting the enviable heritage of participating brands.
From all angles, it was another absolutely cracking Silverstone Classic, effused Nick Wigley, Event Director. Whether it’s the gushing approvals I’ve had in person or via reading the numerous posts on social media, the positive feedback from all involved has been absolutely incredible. Praise, of course, is always wonderful to receive but, more importantly, it drives our passion to deliver an even bigger and better Silverstone Classic next summer.
For those with a 2019 diary, the provisional date for next year’s Silverstone Classic is 26-28 July. In meantime, television viewers can catch highlights on ITV4 immediately after the live BTCC coverage on Sunday 12 August.

For all Silverstone Classic press enquiries, please email: SilverstoneClassic@MPACreative.com

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Karl and Company,

     I am just writing you this email to tell you how much I truly appreciate EVERYTHING you have done for Charles and I over the past 3 years! Your company is truly amazing. Everyone that was at our wedding was more than we could ever ask for. The photographer and videographers personalities made them so easy to get along with and they worked amazingly well together. I was very impressed with how the photographer was able to remember all the pictures I had sent to you months and months ago without looking at a paper in his back pocket. You could tell he really cared about our wedding enough to know in his head what I wanted. The videographer I only saw one little snip of something he taped and I was in awe with a 10 second clip! They truly were great, and I cant wait to see the pictures and the video!

     Karl, you have done so much for us and I really appreciate your company's professionalism. You were an amazing and organized MC, even with all the craziness in the midst with the venue director you still rocked it! Your team was even there for me when I was upset about everything going on, which was a great feeling. I really felt like you were there for me, and Charles not just there to get a paycheck.I don't know how many compliments I received and still am receiving from people that attended the wedding about you and your company. They were beyond impressed with everything. Everyone was in awe at the photos that were being displayed from earlier in the day. And everyone thought that you were great and the music was an awesome mix! I would and already have recommended your company to everyone I know!

            Thank you again,

                         Charles & Nancy

     I just wanted to thank you and your staff for an incredible wedding day. Your photographer is awesome and I can't say enough about him.  The DJ had everyone dancing and raving about the good time they had.

     Everyone we talked to absolutely loved your whole team…  I will definitely recommend you for future weddings with my friends and family.  Thank you for making the day run smoothly. We all had an awesome time and it really was my dream wedding.

   Thanks again for making my wedding day a day to remember....

               Eric & Kristen

The wedding was great!!

       The entertainment and the photography was way more than expected and we are very pleased!!!  People are still saying how much fun they had!!

                 Frederick & Amy

I wanted to thank you for the total party experience for Amy and Fred's wedding.

       From photography to DJ to MC everything was amazing. Thanks to all for making this special day be as perfect as it should be. Awesome job from start to finish. Kudos to the Simply The Best Party team....your name is perfect and you are true to your word.

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                             David (Father of the Bride)

We used Simply The Best Party! for photography, videography and entertainment. Not only were they extremely nice and willing to be flexible for us, but they also did an amazing job!  Their photos are absolutely amazing! They did some things that were out of the ordinary and they came out just beautiful! I received so many compliments on the photography, but the entertainment was the real hit at the reception.  Everyone loved the music selection they chose and how they really got the crowd going. I was able to choose a "master of ceremonies" which was basically my go-to person for the evening and who was also the main DJ. I worked with Karl Hirsch and I couldn't be happier with him. He is the nicest man and he truly did everything possible to make our day perfect. I have nothing, but good things to say about this company and I highly recommend them to any brides looking for a vendor!

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The name says it all!

      I needed entertainment for my daughters wedding. Karl at Simply The Best made it both elegant and fun for my family and friends.  Having the same people in charge of doing the phototgraphy, entertainment as well as basically running the whole party made it really easy for me!

       I would definitely suggest talking with them if you are planning an important event.

             Elizabeth Newhart (Mother of the Bride)

I just wanted to send a quick thank you for the amazing job you and your crew did for my wedding.... I can honestly say that my wedding was perfect... everything went beyond fantastic... I cant wait to see the father daughter dance video and the comment video...

       You did amazing!

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Dear Karl,

       Many thank you's to you and your staff.  Jennifer's wedding was absolutely perfect!  We appreciate so much all that you did for us. You were great!

       Thank you so much again Karl. Perfect!

               Julie (Mother of the Bride)

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