Infrastructure for advanced cities

Article Abstract:

It is felt that traditional industrial cities are in decline due to improved communications, worldwide markets and new technology. New cities require better infrastructure in terms of transport, telecommunications, social facilities and labour skills, research and better administration amongst other factors. Birmingham and Cambridge are cited as examples of the new industrial cities.

Economic aspects, City planning, Urban planning, Community development

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Behind the seams

Article Abstract:

Bringing a piece of haute couture to the ramp involves gruelling hours of work. Careful preparation must be undertaken to assure that the clothes fit properly. The process of transforming designs on paper into actual garments for modeling is presented.

Methods, Fashion, Dressmaking, Fashion design

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Seventy-five sails

Article Abstract:

The experience sof a fishing trip to Guatemala where a record-breaking sailfish jumped into the fishing boat and had to be held down by the anglers is related.

Guatemala, Personal narratives, Recreation, Fishing, Fishing (Recreation), Boats and boating, Boating, Boats

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