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The bow seems to have been invented in the later Paleolithic or early Mesolithic periods. The oldest indication for its use in Europe comes from the Stellmoor (de) in the Ahrensburg valley (de) north of Hamburg, Germany and dates from the late Paleolithic, about 10,000–9000 BCE.

The arrows were made of pine and consisted of a mainshaft and a 15–20 centimetre (6–8 inches) long fore shaft with a flint point. There are no definite earlier bows; previous pointed shafts are known, but may have been launched by spear-throwers rather than bows.

The oldest bows known so far come from the Holmegård swamp in Denmark. Bows eventually replaced the spear-thrower as the predominant means for launching shafted projectiles, on every continent except Australia, though spear-throwers persisted alongside the bow in parts of the Americas, notably Mexico (where the Nahuatl word for “spear-thrower” is atlatl) and amongst the Inuit. But the oldest “BOW” we know of is from ancient Egypt 2800 B.C.

Bows and arrows have been present in Egyptian culture since its predynastic origins. In the Levant, artifacts which may be arrow-shaft straighteners are known from the Natufian culture, (c. 12,800–10,300 BP (before present)) onwards. The Khiamian and PPN A shouldered Khiam-points may well be arrowheads.

Classical civilizations, notably the Assyrians, Persians, Parthians, Indians, Koreans, Chinese, Japanese and Turks fielded large numbers of archers in their armies. The English longbow proved its worth for the first time in Continental warfare at the Battle of Créci. In the Americas archery was widespread at European contact.

Archery was highly developed in Asia. The Sanskrit term for archery, dhanurveda, came to refer to martial arts in general. In East Asia, Goguryeo, one of the Three Kingdoms of Korea was well known for its regiments of exceptionally skilled archers.

Modern Archery

Competitive archery involves shooting arrows at a target for accuracy from a set distance or distances. This is the most popular form of competitive archery worldwide and is called target archery.

A form particularly popular in Europe and America is field archery, shot at targets generally set at various distances in a wooded setting. Para-Archery is an adaptation of archery for athletes with a disability.

It is governed by the World Archery Federation (WA), and is one of the sports in the Summer Paralympic Games.
There are also several other lesser-known and historical forms of archery, as well as archery novelty games.
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MONACO

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Full 2013 Monaco Grand Prix Results

1 Nico Rosberg – Mercedes
25 2:17:52.056 113.378

2 Sebastian Vettel – Red Bull
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3 Mark Webber – Red Bull
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4 Lewis Hamilton – Mercedes
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5 Adrian Sutil – Force India
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Demand soars for world’s largest superyachts staff
Full article Superyachts

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The London-based Bespoke Butler Academy provides butlers and housekeeping staff for private or a chartered yachts and staff can earn from $50,000 to $160,000 per year plus benefits, with virtually no expenses to worry about.

To cater to the growing number of superyachts in ownership in the region, the company has set up an exclusive yacht training academy on the coast of the Antibes, the Mediterranean French province located between Cannes and Nice.

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Don’t let the £200 million price tag deter you. This massive superyacht is the perfect gift for your billionaire buddy.

Named the Tropical Island Paradise, this 295-foot luxury yacht is not just another ship, but a full-fledged vacation destination.

Topped by a large artificial volcano, this superyacht also features a private beach cove, a cascading waterfall, a helicopter landing pad, beach cabanas and an ocean-view swimming pool.

The overall exterior impression is that of waves breaking on the rocky shores of a volcanic island.

The volcano is not a mere showpiece either. It houses a movie theatre, a library, a gaming room, a gym, a spa and VIP suites.

Expensive gifts are rarely this extravagant. Plus, your friend is sure to invite you to the yacht’s inaugural party.

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The ongoing luxury spending trend depicts Russian billionaires have tons of money enjoy trading with it.
Same can be said about billionaire Russian entrepreneur, Andrey Melnichenko, who takes pride in owning the SuperYacht A, luxury mega yacht. Built by renowned shipbuilder, Blohm + Voss, the SuperYacht A carries the signature design elements of the highly acclaimed French product designer, Philippe Starck.

Spanning 390 feet in length, SuperYacht A features a stunning interior design, while every piece of furniture inside this mega yacht is adorned with mirrors, silver finishes and glass.

The magnificent vessel is powered by two MAN RK280 diesel engines and the boat itself features two swimming pools, a helipad, a hovercraft, a garage, as well as a plethora of plasma TV panels.
Enjoy!

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Many Greek- and Roman- influenced countries have long traditions of hunting with hounds. Hunting with Agassaei hounds was popular in Celtic Britain, even before the Romans arrived, introducing the Castorian and Fulpine hound breeds which they used to hunt.Norman hunting traditions were brought to Britain when William the Conqueror arrived, along with the Gascon and Talbot hounds.

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Foxes were referred to as beasts of the chase by medieval times, along with the red deer (hart & hind), martens, and roes, but the earliest known attempt to hunt a fox with hounds was in Norfolk, England, in 1534, where farmers began chasing foxes down with their dogs for the purpose of pest control .The first use of packs specifically trained to hunt foxes was in the late 1600s, with the oldest fox hunt being, probably, the Bilsdale in Yorkshire.

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By the end of the seventeenth century, deer hunting was in decline. The Inclosure Acts brought fences to separate open land into fields, deer forests were being cut down, and arable land was increasing.
With the onset of the Industrial Revolution, people began to move out of the country and into towns and cities to find work. Roads, rail, and canals split hunting countries,but also made hunting accessible to more people. Shotguns were improved during the nineteenth century and the shooting of gamebirds became more popular.

SPRING HUNT ATTIRE

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Fox hunting developed further in the eighteenth century when Hugo Meynell developed breeds of hound and horse to address the new geography of rural England.

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In Germany, hunting with hounds (which tended to be deer or boar hunting) was first banned on the initiative of Hermann Göring on July 3, 1934. In 1939, the ban was extended to cover Austria after Germany’s annexation of the country. Bernd Ergert, the director of Germany’s hunting museum in Munich, said of the ban, “The aristocrats were understandably furious, but they could do nothing about the ban given the totalitarian nature of the regime.”

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Fox Hunt today is just a Sport and most of the hunts don’t kill the foxes.

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Royal Ascot

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Queen Elizabeth II arrival at ASCOT

The centrepiece of Ascot’s year is held in June: Royal Ascot is without doubt the world’s most famous race meeting, steeped in history dating back to 1711. The royal family attend the meeting, arriving each day in a horse drawn carriage. It is a major event in the British social calendar. Although this has placed Ascot onto the British social map, it has many direct effects on the local community, not least of which are the associated traffic problems.

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Ascot Dress Code Fashion Tips

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BAUHAUS BERLIN

ADRIANA SASSOON IN BERLIN

ADRIANA SASSOON BAUHAUS BAUHAUS ARCHIV BAUHAUS BERLIN BAUHAUS MUSEUM BERLIN OPERA WALTER GROPIUS

Staatliches Bauhaus (help·info), commonly known simply as Bauhaus, was a school in Germany that combined crafts and the fine arts, and was famous for the approach to design that it publicized and taught. It operated from 1919 to 1933, literally  “house of construction”, stood for “School of Building”.

The Bauhaus school was founded by Walter Gropius in Weimar. In spite of its name, and the fact that its founder was an architect, the Bauhaus did not have an architecture department during the first years of its existence. Nonetheless it was founded with the idea of creating a “total” work of art in which all arts, including architecture, would eventually be brought together. The Bauhaus style became one of the most influential currents in Modernist architecture and modern design.[1] The Bauhaus had a profound influence upon subsequent developments in art, architecture, graphic design, interior design, industrial design, and typography.

The school existed in three German cities (Weimar from 1919 to 1925, Dessau from 1925 to 1932 and Berlin from 1932 to 1933), under three different architect-directors: Walter Gropius from 1919 to 1928, Hannes Meyer from 1928 to 1930 and Ludwig Mies van der Rohe from 1930 until 1933, when the school was closed by its own leadership under pressure from the Nazi regime.

The changes of venue and leadership resulted in a constant shifting of focus, technique, instructors, and politics. For instance: the pottery shop was discontinued when the school moved from Weimar to Dessau, even though it had been an important revenue source; when Mies van der Rohe took over the school in 1930, he transformed it into a private school, and would not allow any supporters of Hannes Meyer to attend it.

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HOUSE OF THUNDER

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MEET ERIK

ERIK VAUTH

Germany’s Erik Vauth and his House Of Thunder dealership moves into Wynwood and brings a stable full of Royal Enfield’s and a Harley custom shop with him. Catering to nonconforming thrill seekers, House of Thunder is Miami’s premier creative hub for motorcycle design, customization, and repairs.
The showroom boasts custom creations as well as pieces from brands such as Boom Trikes, Boss Hoss, and the coveted Royal Enfield.
For those who live their lives on two wheels or are looking to take a ride on the wild side House of Thunder is a one-stop-shop for innovation and functionality.

GRAND OPENINIG PARTY OF THE HOUSE OF THUNDER

Royal Enfield C5 Classic Military

Simply-The-Best

That’s our philosophy: simply the best

Erik Vauth’s masterpiece.

The unique shape and the stylish colors combined with an amazing engine – 100% handmade.

This motorcycle won in 2002 the Daytona Bike Week – what a success!

House of Thunder is working with the talented Designers from Miami.
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25 NW 19th St
Miami, FL 33136
(305) 773-0113

www.houseofthunderusa.com

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HARING MIAMI

Haring Miami

Haring Miami will celebrate the extraordinary contributions to the art world by renowned artist Keith Haring and friends. This first of its kind exhibit will take place March 6th-10th 2013 in Miami’s own architectural gem, The Moore Building. The museum-level collection will feature over 200 pieces from Haring’s prolific career.
Keith Haring is one of the most well-known and iconic artists of the… 20th century.
By hieroglyphically expressing concepts of death, birth, war, and sex, his imagery has become one of the most widely recognized visual languages of the 20th century.
This exhibition will provide viewers with an unparalleled exposure to this master on a scale unavailable outside of the major museums of the world encompassing more than 200 works.
The Moore Building is the perfect location for such an exhibition due to its location in the heart of Miami’s famed Design District. It has been host to many top events including Dali Miami 2012; a world class collection of Salvador Dali.
This historic venue was built in 1921 and is one of the most iconic spaces in all of Miami. This truly unique building boasts four floors of arcaded spaces, totaling more than 28,000 square feet and featuring a sculptural element created by architect Zaha Hadid which adorns the center of the building.
Purchase tickets online at www.haringmiami.com Tickets $25 online, $30 at the door VIP Tickets also available.
Media sponsors: Ocean Drive magazine, The Miami Herald, El Nuevo Herald, SocialMiami.com, Miami.com
Press Inquiries: Charlie Cinnamon CCinnamon1@aol.com
For corporate sponsorship and advertisement in the Commemorative Program Please Contact Paolo Sadri – TMG Entertainment  Paolo@tmgfilms.com
Follow us on Twitter @HARINGMiami

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FORMULA INDY 300 BRASIL

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Will Power ,corredor Australiano .Único piloto da Indy a vencer o circuito do Anhembi 3 anos consecutivos.

Ação promocional desenvolvida pela Apex-Brasil reuniu 62 empresas brasileiras e 159 compradores estrangeiros para encontros de relacionamento durante a corrida de São Paulo

• Empresas participantes destacam a importância de se reunirem com clientes de 35 países no ambiente montado pela Agência no Circuito do Anhembi

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O Projeto Fórmula Indy, inovadora plataforma de negócios desenvolvida pela Agência Brasileira de Promoção de Exportações e Investimentos (Apex-Brasil) em parceria com a organização da Indy Car, encerrou neste domingo (29) as ações de promocão comercial realizadas durante a corrida de São Paulo, disputada no circuito de rua do Anhembi e vencida pelo piloto australiano Will Power. Na ocasião, representantes de 62 empresas e 14 entidades setoriais brasileiras se reuniram com 159 empresários de 35 países para encontros de relacionamento no espaço montado pela Apex-Brasil no circuito. A estimativa é de que a ação gere em torno de US$ 350 milhões em negócios para as empresas brasileiras nos próximos doze meses, o maior valor já gerado pela iniciativa em uma única prova da mais importante categoria do automobilismo norte-americano.
Além de encontros de negócios específicos agendados entre empresários brasileiros e potenciais compradores dos setores de metais não ferrosos e alimentos e bebidas, foi realizada agenda institucional entre representantes da União Europeia e entidades brasileiras dos setores de carne bovina, suína e de frango, e do setor de biocombustíveis.

O presidente da Apex-Brasil, Mauricio Borges, destacou o amadurecimento na participação das empresas no projeto, desde a primeira edição, em 2009. “Ao longo desses últimos anos, as ações na Fórmula Indy nos deram a oportunidade perfeita de mostrarmos ao mercado norte-americano produtos inovadores e de alta tecnologia. Hoje temos praticamente o dobro de empresas e entidades participando do Projeto”, afirma Borges.

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Empresas comentam ação

Para Rafael Prado, gerente de exportações da Associação Brasileira da Indústria de Chocolates, Cacau, Amendoim, Balas e Derivados (ABICAB), o diferencial do projeto é permitir aos empresários brasileiros a oportunidade de tratarem de negócios com seus clientes em um ambiente informal. “A chance de os negócios serem fechados é muito maior quando você passa dois dias inteiros conversando com o potencial comprador”, acredita Prado, destacando que a entidade também participará de ações promocionais em corridas da Indy na China e no estado norte-americano da Califórnia, ambas em 2012.

A Deca, empresa do segmento de louças e metais sanitários, participou pela primeira vez em São Paulo do Projeto Fórmula Indy. “Trazer o cliente para um evento como esse ajuda a quebrar a formalidade que existe naturalmente em um ambiente de escritório ou numa visita à fábrica e isso facilita muito na hora de fechar um negócio. Por isso, estou vendo com grande otimismo a nossa presença aqui na corrida de São Paulo”, explica André Araújo, gerente de exportação da Deca.

A Fanem, empresa do setor de equipamentos médico-hospitalares e com negócios em mais de 90 países, vem participando das ações do Projeto Fórmula Indy desde o primeiro ano da iniciativa. Para São Paulo, a empresa trouxe clientes dos Estados Unidos e da África do Sul. “Os resultados em nossos negócios nos mercados-alvo foram aparecendo logo depois de nossas participações nas corridas. O ambiente informal e, ao mesmo tempo, profissional oferecido pela Apex-Brasil nas corridas é excelente para a negociação. Os clientes gostam muito de serem convidados e acabamos tendo a chance de conhecer mais sobre aspectos culturais do país deles, o que também é muito importante”, conta José Flosi, gerente de exportação da Fanem.

Participando pela segunda vez de uma ação da Fórmula Indy, a produtora OceanFilms, destacou a importância de eventos como esse para o segmento audiovisual. “Uma parte de nosso público-alvo é muito ligada ao esporte e quando estamos aqui, estreitamos muito as nossas relações com o cliente”, afirma João Roni, sócio-produtor da OceanFilms. Ele destaca ainda que a participação de sua empresa na corrida disputada em Long Beach (Califórnia, Estados Unidos) em 2010 propiciou o fechamento de um negócio importante.

Já a EMS, uma das maiores indústrias do segmento farmacêutico e com negócios em mais de 30 países, está participando do Projeto Fórmula Indy pelo segundo ano seguido, e trouxe clientes de países da Europa e da América Latina. “Vemos esta ação como uma oportunidade valiosa de fazermos negócios e estreitar relacionamentos fora do ambiente corporativo da empresa, sem a pressão do dia-a-dia”, diz José Piccolotto, responsável por novos negócios na EMS.

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Ações promocionais

Este ano, o Projeto Fórmula Indy vem incrementando as ações promocionais e de divulgação, como as realizadas no Rio Content Market, importante evento do setor audiovisual,em fevereiro,no Rio de Janeiro (RJ), e na Victoria Stone Fair, maior evento brasileiro do segmento de rochas ornamentais, também em fevereiro, em Vitória (ES).

Na etapa de Long Beach (Estados Unidos), entre os dias 12 e 15 de abril, foi realizado um encontro entre tradings (comerciais exportadoras) brasileiras e compradores estrangeiros. A ação gerou US$ 8,5 milhões em negócios, somando os resultados imediatos e os previstos para os 12 meses seguintes à prova.

Para a corrida da China, a ser disputada em agosto, está prevista a realização de um evento de posicionamento e imagem para o setor de alimentos, bebidas e agronegócios.

As iniciativas fazem parte da estratégia da Agência para atrair ainda mais empresas de todos os setores a participarem das ações de promoção comercial oferecidas pelo Projeto. “Em 2012, estamos divulgando as ações do Projeto Fórmula Indy em grandes feiras setoriais no Brasil com o objetivo de atrair para a iniciativa empresas dos mais diversos segmentos. Também planejamos a realização de eventos paralelos às corridas, como o encontro com comerciais exportadoras”, explica o presidente da Apex-Brasil, Mauricio Borges.
Após a corrida no Brasil, as próximas ações do Projeto Fórmula Indy serão realizadas no tradicional circuito de Indianápolis (26 e 27 de maio).

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Negócios

Em 2011, o Projeto Fórmula Indy gerou um total de US$ 897 milhões em negócios para as empresas brasileiras. O número é 52,3% maior do que o registrado em 2010 (US$ 589 milhões). No ano passado, a iniciativa promoveu, durante as 17 corridas da temporada, ações de relacionamento (networking), promoção comercial e imagem e mídia com 400 empresas estrangeiras, 148 empresas brasileiras e 25 entidades setoriais.

Em 2012, o Projeto Fórmula Indy está promovendo ações promocionais nas 16 provas da categoria, sendo 12 nos Estados Unidos, duas no Canadá e uma na China, além da corrida nas ruas de São Paulo, no Brasil.
O coordenador da Unidade de Projetos Especiais da Apex-Brasil, Mauricio Manfrê, destaca a importância do Projeto Fórmula Indy como plataforma de criação e estreitamento de relacionamento entre os empresários do Brasil e dos Estados Unidos. “O empresário norte-americano preza muito o relacionamento. O que nós oferecemos com as ações do Projeto Fórmula Indy é a oportunidade de, durante as corridas, as empresas brasileiras aprofundarem a relação de confiança que têm com seus clientes estrangeiros”, explica Mauricio Manfrê.

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Etanol brasileiro abastece os carros da Fórmula Indy

Fortalecendo sua liderança mundial na produção de energia limpa e renovável, desde 2009, o Brasil marca presença na Fórmula Indy também por meio do fornecimento do etanol de cana-de-açúcar como combustível para todos os carros competidores.

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Projeto Fórmula Indy

A presença brasileira na Fórmula Indy se confirma como uma oportunidade diferenciada para facilitar a entrada e permanência de produtos e serviços brasileiros nos Estados Unidos, sobretudo nas regiões em que as ações tradicionais de promoção comercial, como feiras, não atingem os compradores desejados. “A Fórmula Indy é um esporte mobilizador de diferentes segmentos da opinião pública que proporciona, além do contato com as grandes corporações que participam do evento, visibilidade às empresas brasileiras integrantes do Projeto, com uma alta exposição de marcas, produtos e serviços, fortalecendo a imagem do Brasil no mercado norte-americano”, conclui Mauricio Borges.

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Mais informações:

Apex-Brasil – Assessoria de Imprensa
imprensa@apexbrasil.com.br
Felipe Campbell – Fones: (61) 3426-0748

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