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Amazing Spider CGI Showreel
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Music Tech Fest | London 17th-19th May 2012
We are organising the first ever Music Tech Fest in London on the 17-19 May, by pulling the entire music technology ecosystem under one roof – from the big guys in the music industry and media, music tech startups and apps creators, to developers, researchers, artists, performers, creatives and hackers…
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Paralympics – Unstoppable
Clerkenwell Design Week 2012
Clerkenwell is a three-day festival celebrating design’s creative richness, social relevance and technological advancements through an exciting programme of workshops, presentations, product launches and debates.
Clerkenwell Design Week also features all the elements you would expect from a festival, including exhibitions, installations, street entertainment, music, food, parties and receptions. It is the ideal opportunity for the creative design community to meet new and existing clients in a relaxed yet inspiring environment.
Last year the design community flocked to Clerkenwell with over 24,000 registered to attend! 2012 is set to be our biggest event yet.
Find out more here
Cube – A game about Google Maps
Play your way through a cubic Google Maps world. Travel through New York, Tokyo and many other cities and learn all about the great features of Google Maps.
Play the Game here.
Southeastern trains disrupted in Kent
Southeastern trains Class 375/8 Electrostar No. 375801 at Ashford International. (Photo credit: Wikipedia)
Trains services in Sussex and Kent continue to be disrupted following a train derailment.
A freight train derailed near Robertsbridge in East Sussex on Wednesday afternoon.
Southeastern Railway has cancelled all services between Robertsbridge and Hastings, and bus replacement services are running.
A fallen tree has also disrupted services between Ashford International and Maidstone East.
A crane has been called-in to move the freight train and it is expected the line will be closed for most of the day. Southern Railway are accepting ticket holders on reasonable routes.
Workers are also on site in Kent to clear the fallen tree. Passengers will be accepted on the high-speed services between St Pancras International and Maidstone West.
via BBC News
An Interview with Mike Buonaiuto, director of Equal Marriage Film Project
“What do you do when the government says they are going to change the marriage laws in the UK? Those against the idea will of course go to any lengths to let David Cameron know how they feel, while many who support the idea sit back and do nothing, and why shouldn’t they? The government has made the commitment to change. However, I would argue that if enough support isn’t shown for the consultation then who knows what will happen.
The apathy within the communities that support the equalization of civil marriage is the single driving factor for making the film and why hundreds of talented professionals have helped us for free. The film is there to make audiences feel something about the issue, because when people feel something they do something about it. They don’t sit back. They don’t do nothing. They share, they support and they take notice.
The project has brought together a team of professionals from all over the world, from LA, to London to Australia. Through Twitter, a passionate idea has become a reality and the voluntary contributions towards the project have been overwhelming. It just goes to show if you have a good idea, that people feel passionate about, everyone from colourists, to actors, to producers to marketers will help you make it a success. Even my parents, brother and 6 year old sister volunteered as extras on the shoot. It means so much to be for them to appear in the film.
One day I would like to marry my partner of almost 5 years and the celebration of our commitment should mean no more or less than any other straight couple. I made the film to promote change and also inspire others to use their creativity to support equality and make history happen, not sit back and passively watch it.
The short film shows British forces returning home to greet their loved ones, with the reunion of one soldier and his partner soon turning into a surprise marriage proposal. The film looks to tackle the opposition head on, arguing if all have the right to serve in British military regardless of sexuality, then all should be able celebrate their love and commitment with civil marriage, free from discrimination.
The short film stars James Knight, from London’s West End (Mamma Mia,) and rising screen-star Lew Smart. Please support the project by sharing it with your friends, hashtag #equalmarriage and sign the Coalition For Equal Marriage petition at www.C4EM.org.uk.”
Homecoming
An independent short film from the Coalition of Equal Marriage is the first of its kind to rally support using Facebook and Twitter, ahead of the government’s plans to redefine UK civil marriage to include same-sex couples.
Produced by award winning young filmmaker, Mike Buonaiuto, the short film shows British forces returning home to greet their loved ones, with the reunion of one soldier and his partner soon turning into a surprise marriage proposal. The film looks to tackle the opposition head on, arguing if all have the right to serve in British military regardless of sexuality, then all should be able celebrate their love and commitment with civil marriage, free from discrimination.
“One day I would like to marry my partner of almost 5 years,” said Director Mike Buonaiuto. “And the celebration of our commitment should mean no more or less than any other straight couple. I made the film to promote change and also inspire others to use their creativity to support equality.”
The Coalition For Equal Marriage is a grassroots campaign established by partners Conor Marron and James Lattimore. It has since grown into a strong group of individuals and organisations coming together to support the government’s plans for greater equality.
The short film stars James Knight, from London’s West End (Mamma Mia,) and rising screen-star Lew Smart. Please support the project by sharing it with your friends, hashtag #equalmarriage and sign the Coalition For Equal Marriage petition at: www.C4EM.org.uk
London Underground workers to start 72 hour strike
London Underground roundel logo (Photo credit: Wikipedia)
A 72-hour strike by London Underground (LU) staff will start later in row over pensions and benefits.
Workers who maintain and upgrade three lines on the Tube are to walkout from 16:00 BST.
The Rail, Maritime and Transport union said the action will disrupt services across the system, but LU said there would not be any significant impact.
The union wants employees of Tube Lines to join Transport for London’s pension scheme.
Talks aimed at resolving the dispute, involving workers on the Jubilee, Northern and Piccadilly lines, ended without agreement at the conciliation service Acas last week.
Jon Lamonte, Tube Lines’ chief executive, said: “Since becoming part of Transport for London all Tube Lines’ employees have kept their existing terms and conditions of employment.
“Should this industrial action go ahead, we expect it to have no significant effect on Tube services.
“We have well-practised contingency plans in place to ensure that the essential maintenance required on the railway can either go ahead as planned or can be rearranged.
“We do not and will not put passenger or staff safety at risk.”
via BBC News
Brands Hatch and Sevenoaks, in the Paralympic
Things you should know…
- Brands Hatch is hosting Paralympic Road Cycling from Wednesday 5 to Saturday 8 September.
- Training days are also taking place on Tuesday 19 June and Monday 3 to Tuesday 4 September.
- Check the Paralympic competition schedule for Road Cycling at Brands Hatch.
- Download a copy of the Brands Hatch map, as seen above.
Public Transport
- As London 2012 is aiming for all spectators to travel to events by public transport, the transport arrangements for accessing Brands Hatch and areas around the venue will be different.
- Rail services to and from Sevenoaks rail station may be busy with spectators before the start and at the end of sessions. If possible, the times to avoid travelling are 8.30-10.30am, 1-3pm and 7-9pm.
- Before travelling, make sure you understand all of your options and plan ahead.
- Find out more local public transport information from Sevenoaks District Council and Kent County Council.
- If you are attending a Paralympic Road Cycling event or will be watching any of the Road Cycling events, plan and book your travel in advance.
Roads and parking
- For the safety of athletes and spectators, there will be road restrictions and closures in the area hours before events begin until a few hours after events finish. This will affect roads in and around the area.
- On Paralympic Road Cycling event days, driving in the area may be affected. If you have to drive, try to avoid the busiest periods and make sure you plan your travel in advance.
- There will be limited public car parking at Brands Hatch for ticketed spectators, so local access and parking measures will be in place around Games venues. This will help to provide a safe and secure environment around the venues and help keep traffic moving for local residents and businesses, so they can carry on with their day-to-day activities. Information will be available from London 2012 in advance of the Games.
- Shuttle buses will run from Sevenoaks station to Brands Hatch, which may affect roads and traffic in the area.
- If you have to drive during the Games, make sure you plan ahead and understand the road and parking restrictions in place.
- Find out more local public transport information from Sevenoaks District Council and Kent County Council.
- If you are attending a Paralympic Road Cycling event or will be watching any of the Road Cycling events, plan and book your travel in advance.
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