There is a sign that hangs in the main defensive meeting room at the Cardinals’ Tempe complex, listing the three things new defensive coordinator James Bettcher wanted to emphasize when he met with his team for the first time back in April. “Relentless Effort” was one. “Communication” was the next. “Technique” was the third. All are dear to Bettcher’s philosophy. What isn’t listed, and what has turned the storyline of Bruce Arians handing the reins of his defense to a relatively Read more [...]

Investing is, in the words of investment manager and author Richard Oldfield: “Simple but not easy.” But, while the basic principles are quite straightforward, time and time again we all fall into the same old traps – I’ve fallen into them many times myself. Of course, reading the annual report is always important, but there are a lot of other things to look at as well. This article will flag up you a few of the warning signs to look for, and will help you follow Warren Buffett’s Read more [...]

WITH Grassington Festival's headline acts announced for next year, organisers are now turning their attention to the fringe events. It is inviting applications from performers, community groups and venues in the area, who want to stage their own event as part of the Fringe. It will run alongside the main festival from Saturday, June 18, to Saturday, July 2. Grassington Festival - which celebrated its 35th anniversary this year - is expected Read more [...]

Editor's Note: As 2015 draws to a close, reporters of China Daily look back to pick key developments that left a deep impression on the year. An investor at a brokerage firm in Hefei, Anhui province on Jan 19, 2015. Both Shenzhen and Shanghai stock indexes crashed on that day.[Photo/Xinhua] Summer that scorched stock markets in China The A-share market suffered a free fall in the summer (June-August) of 2015 when the market regulator tightened leverage norms. Funds panicked, a selloff ensued, Read more [...]

Despite a year of deadly terrorist attacks, Paris remains one of the most popular destinations in Europe for New Year’s Eve or “la Saint-Sylvestre.” Authorities have canceled the planned fireworks show as security continues to be a top priority, but other stunning spectacles and celebrations will take place Thursday night at the Champs-Elysées, Eiffel Tower and other places listed below. So if you’re lucky enough to ring in 2016 in the City of Light, be sure to wish your Read more [...]

What better place to ring in 2016 than the party capital of the country? Las Vegas is the place to be for champagne-infused fun year-round, but for New Year’s Eve, even Las Vegas kicks it up a notch. With the world’s hottest DJs and flashy nightclubs, New Year’s Eve in Las Vegas is definitely the place to be. Check out some of sin city’s best parties, listed below.   1. Marquee: Spend New Year’s Eve at the popular nightclub Marquee with superstars Bruno Mars and Fetty Read more [...]

By Matthew Goodwin ‘Trying to predict the future’, said the famous management consultant Peter Drucker, ‘is like trying to drive down a country road at night with no lights while looking out the back window’. Look back on 2015 and it seems that nearly all of those who tried to forecast this year's political events were passengers on this crazy journey, hurtling down a dark country lane while confidently heading towards a ditch. Just think about how much the pundits Read more [...]

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HORICON | The new year means a number of new programs at Horicon Marsh in January, including a wildlife walk and stories at the marsh event. Each January event is free of charge and does not require advance registration. The Horicon Marsh Education Center and Explorium, N7725 Highway 28, will be closed Dec. 31 and Jan 1.Jan. 7, 10 to 11 a.m. — Stories at the Marsh Join a Wisconsin Department of Read more [...]

17:00 29 December 2015 Debbie White Planning permission and listed building consent has now been officially granted for the £7.75 million St Albans Museum and Gallery project Photo supplied Read more [...]