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The caverns are composed of an extensive system of tunnels and chambers that stretch close to 300 meters into the solid ice cap towards a breathtaking natural Ice Cave at the heart of the glacier.
Making your way inside the glacier, you’ll be able to explore various nooks and chambers and walk over a huge ice crevasse on a specially constructed bridge. As you walk further along the tunnel, the ice gets older and its color gradually changes from white to deep-blue.
In every chamber you will find interesting information about the glacier on display and for those who would like to get married in the ice cave there's even a small Ice Chapel!
Roundtrip transportation for major hotels and guest houses in Reykjavik; Professional tour guide; 8 Wheel Monster Glacier Truck tour to the Ice Cave; Expert guided exploration of the Ice Cave.
Available: Monday, Friday and Saturday (September - May), Daily (June - August); Departs at 8:30am.
Please wear warm clothes such as fleece or wool, a waterproof jacket or coat and proper footwear.
In the West Midlands closures of chain stores have hit a record high.
Wolverhampton is one of the worst performers as it lost seven shops overall in the first half of the year, but Stafford was one of the few areas to see growth.
The rise of 'in-home leisure' - people preferring to spend free time and entertain at home rather than go out and about - is also suspected of taking a bite out of earnings.
Italian restaurants including Jamie Oliver's chain are said to have been particularly badly hit by the change, while retailers such as Toys R Us and Maplin have gone to the wall as more people shop online.
Ministers have been urged to take concerted action to help Britain's beleaguered town centres, with experts warning the turmoil is 'unlikely to abate'.
The Government said the recent Budget has 'high streets at its heart'.
A study of 500 high streets by accountants PricewaterhouseCoopers and the Local Data Company found 2,692 stores had vanished in the first six month of the year - roughly 14 a day.
Greater London and the South East were the regions worst hit by closures of chains, followed by the Midlands.
In the West Midlands the loss of high street stores hit record levels in the first half of the year; as 134 stores opened on high streets, retail parks and shopping centres, 233 shops shut their doors for the last time.
The net difference between openings and closures over the six months has jumped to a net loss of 89 stores, compared to a loss of just 33 a year ago and a loss of 44 in the first six months of 2016.
With 30 openings and 36 closures, Birmingham saw a net loss of six shops, but Tamworth saw the biggest net drop in the West Midlands - down nine - followed by Wolverhampton with a net decline of seven shops as 10 opened but 17 closed.
In Walsall four stores opened but chains closed nine of their branches in the town.
In Bloxwich two openings were overshadowed by three closures, while Halesowen suffered four closures and Cannock saw two chain store branches close, but neither saw any openings.
Dudley suffered a net loss of five stores, with just two openings and seven closures, while in nearby Stourbridge there were four openings and five closures.
Harborne and Stafford were the only areas to see growth, although Stafford saw just one closure but two openings..
The West Midlands saw some parts of the high street thriving, with barbers, convenience stores, beauty salons and recruitment agencies all opening a number of new premises across the region.
Whereas there was a fall in the number of estate agents, charity shops and fast food takeaway outlets, reflecting the rising customer demand for online and apps.
Andy Lyon, partner and head of retail at PwC in the Midlands, said: “Our latest research highlights the challenges facing the retail and leisure sectors on Britain’s high streets.
"The continued rate of store closures reflects the new reality of that many of us prefer to shop online and increasingly eat, drink and entertain at home.
"The high street is adapting to an overcapacity in retail and leisure space resulting from these channel shifts.
“Whilst we are currently seeing a downturn in the West Midlands we are eagerly awaiting the opening of the world’s largest Primark in Birmingham at the Pavillions.
"This key investment in the city is testament to the attractiveness of the city to retailers and will draw much footfall to that area, and indeed visitors into the city.
"It is a shame that the store won’t open for Christmas, as it would have brought a real boost for retailers in the city over the festive period. It also looks hopeful that House of Fraser is staying in the city, which is another iconic high street brand attracting shoppers.
High streets minister Jake Berry said: "The Government recognises the challenges facing high streets driven by changing consumer behaviour.
"That is why the Budget has high streets at its heart. We have created a £675 million fund to help high streets adapt, slashed business rates by a third for the majority of smaller businesses, and are creating a task force guided by Sir John Timpson, one of the UK's most experienced retailers, to ensure that high streets are adapting for rapid change and are fit for the future.
"These measures totalling over £1.5 billion show the Government's determination to make thriving high streets a permanent part of every community in England."
Toys R Us, Maplin, Poundworld and Coast have been among the major fatalities on the high street so far in 2018, while House of Fraser was rescued from administration by Sports Direct founder Mike Ashley. Although stores such as Beatties in Wolverhampton and the HoF branch in Birmingham have won reprieves, others are set for closure.
Debenhams, Marks & Spencer, Mothercare, Homebase and Carpetright have launched closure programmes with varying scales.
Jamie's Italian and Prezzo have announced CVAs, while Gourmet Burger Kitchen and Byron are also utilising the arrangements.
The Texas Court of Criminal Appeals denied an appeal Wednesday from an Amarillo man sentenced to death for a fatal 1990 stabbing in Randall County.
Brent Ray Brewer, 41, appealed to the court with a five-point defense that questioned the judge’s rulings on expert testimony against him and the jury’s discussion of parole eligibility. The court said in its opinion there was no error in the trial proceedings to prompt a reversal.
In June 1991, a Randall County jury convicted Brewer of capital murder and sentenced him to death for the 1990 stabbing death of Robert Doyle Laminack, 66, who owned Amarillo Floor Co., 4528 S. Western St.
Brewer and codefendant Kristie Lynn Nystrom, 43, asked Laminack for a ride to the Salvation Army when Brewer stabbed Laminack to death. The couple stole Laminack’s wallet, which had $140 in cash, and fled before they were arrested.
A jury also convicted Nystrom of capital murder and sentenced her to life in prison.
The court’s Wednesday opinion, in which all nine justices agreed, was the second time the state’s highest criminal court denied Brewer’s arguments, including once after his conviction.
In 2004, U.S. District Judge Mary Lou Robinson overruled the state court and vacated Brewer’s sentence.
In her opinion, she said the jury should have received special instructions to consider mitigating factors when determining the defendant’s sentence, including his bout with depression and involuntary commitment to a mental hospital three months before the slaying.
The U.S. Supreme Court agreed with the decision in April 2007, throwing out Brewer’s sentence and ordering a Randall County court to undergo the sentencing phase again. The jury in 2009 again sentenced Brewer to death.
His attorney, Michael D. Samonek of Dallas, could not be reached for comment Wednesday.
The assistant chief of the Los Angeles County coroner’s office today dismissed as inaccurate a British tabloid report that last week’s autopsy showed Michael Jackson had shrunk in weight to about 112 pounds and had lost his hair.
An autopsy done Friday by the Los Angeles County coroner was inconclusive, pending the results of toxicology tests, which could take several weeks.
The singer’s body was released Friday evening to the family, which hired a pathologist who conducted a private autopsy on Saturday, Winter said.
“The (Sun) report did not come as a result of our autopsy, or of the private autopsy,” Winter said.
According to The Sun, Jackson’s hips, thighs and shoulders were riddled with needle wounds believed to be the result of injections of narcotic painkillers given three times a day for years.
The newspaper also claimed that Jackson, at 5 feet 10, had become severely emaciated and weighed about 112 pounds. It said that pathologists found his stomach empty, aside from partially dissolved pills.
Additionally, according to The Sun, Jackson was wearing a wig when he died. The newspaper quoted pathologists as saying little more than “peach fuzz” covered his scalp.
What's the real reason you're unhappy?
After several years—or even a decade or two—in a particular field, you might feel that you're ready for something new.
You're at the end of your rope and you need a change. But you may not need to start from scratch.
"Sometimes people come to me and they say, 'I need a new career, I'm totally done," says Jessica Sweet, a career coach for mid-life professionals and executives at WishingWellCoach.com. "But it turns out they just need a new job. It's about defining the problem."
If I could do this work in a different environment, would I enjoy it?
Take the time to notice whether you're unsatisfied because of the work you're doing—or because of where you're doing it.
"I find that people are often just miserable in their situation, and they can't separate the work from the bad boss, the crummy commute, or the coworkers who are backstabbing," Sweet says.
The verdict: If it's pretty clear that it's the people, places, or things—and not the actual work, it might be time for a new job, not necessarily a new career.
If tomorrow, I was told I couldn't work in my field anymore, how would I feel?
This question gets to the root of what you're passionate about. Do you feel a deep connection to what you're doing, or are you ready to break away?
"Remind yourself how you ended up in your field to begin with," says Cynthia Pong, a coach and facilitator at Embrace Change Consulting in New York City. "Think back and write down your 'spark story'—the story of how you first got excited about the work that you do. If you were never excited about it, that is important to recognize."
The verdict: If you were excited once, but now only feel dread, boredom or worse, it might be time to talk to a career coach about exploring new possibilities.
Do I know what my 'perfect promotion' would be?
Craft a job description that would make you thrive, what would it look like? Does the new description focus on your skills and talents that are currently being underutilized?
"One of the best exercises I do with my clients, before they make any big decisions, is make sure we know what they truly want so we can determine whether that can be found at their current job, in their current industry, or somewhere completely different," says Kelsey Murphy, career strategist and founder of online work-life community Whiskey & Work.
The verdict: Determining your future goals can help you see whether you're on the right path. It will make it clearer whether switching jobs can bring you satisfaction, or a career change is in your future.
What is it about my job that's making me unhappy?
Can you pinpoint the things that are driving splinters under your fingernails, or is it a wholesale sense of doom?
"Make a chart of pros and cons, what you like about your job and what you don't," says Angelo Giallombardo, vice president at Central Executive Search and author of "You Got the Job!"
"Are the things that you don't like about your job circumstantial, or are they passion-based? Is there a holistic view there, meaning is it something that's bigger than just a situation or a boss?"
The verdict: It could be that you love the career and field that you're in, but you don't love the role you're playing within your company. Time to find a new job.
Does the work environment I want exist?
Once you've noted what you want to change, you must ask yourself whether that situation is findable elsewhere.
"Sometimes, depending on the nature of the work, the market is shifting and people are finding that it just doesn't exist for them anymore," Sweet says.
Research companies within your target industry to find out more about their culture, workplace benefits, and employee satisfaction. Knowing what it will be like to work in a new role is more than just understanding the job description. It's also about how well you fit in the company's culture and vice versa.
The verdict: Being honest with yourself about what truly gives you job satisfaction will make it much easier to know what your next steps will be.
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NEW BRITAIN -- For all the turnovers, sacks, forced fumbles and general carnage caused by a frenetic Brookfield defense in Friday's Class M-Large state championship tilt, it turned out to be a 96-yard drive by Berlin that was the Bobcats' defining moment in the 14-0 shutout.
Midway through the third quarter, the Redcoats moved the ball from their own three to the Wildcats' four to set up first and goal. But Brookfield's defense protected a one-touchdown lead by slamming the door with four consecutive stops.
"Our defense played amazing," Brookfield's Bobby Drysdale said. "Everyone on the defensive line was getting pressure, the secondary made some big plays back there and it was tough, especially that goal line stand. That was huge in the game."
On second-and-goal from the three, Berlin attempted a quarterback sneak up the middle, and signal-caller Alec Norton came within inches of tying the score, but the Brookfield defense forced a fumble that was recovered by the Redcoats on their own nine.
Two plays later on fourth-and-goal from the four, Brookfield got the ball back after an incomplete pass.
"Berlin's defense is an outstanding defense, but so are we," Brookfield coach Rich Angarano said. "(The goal line stand) is the sign of a great defense, and we did it. That's what you've got to do."
The stand wouldn't have even been possible had it not been for a desperation tackle by Brookfield's Gabe Pompette, who chased down Berlin receiver Jake Ahlquist. The tackle meant a potential 96-yard touchdown reception was limited to a 56-yard gain.
Brookfield's defense,also accounted for the only points of the first half.
On the game's opening drive, Berlin had converted a third-and-seven with a 16-yard pass from Alec Norton to Anthony Sisti, but Pompette was ready when the Redcoats dialed up a similar call three plays later.
Pompette read it all the way, breaking on the sideline pass, picking it off and racing 41 yards untouched to paydirt for the early 7-0 lead.
"I've got to give a shoutout to the rest of the defensive backs as well because everyone had their man covered," Pompette said. "He just happened to throw to mine; it could have happened to any of us. I knew where that guy was going to be when it happened, so I just made a play on the ball."
"We knew coming in that our defense was going to be good, but a great defense is a scoring defense," Angarano said. "We scored all year long, and today we had a big score by Gabe Pompette. It was an outstanding interception."
Down 7-0, Berlin's next drive featured a heavy dose of direct snaps to Owen Taylor, who carried the rock for gains of 10, 7, 13 and 2. Berlin moved the ball 46 yards on seven plays (all runs) to the Brookfield 34 where it was faced with fourth-and-one.
Another shotgun snap sailed over the head of Norton, who had no choice but to fall on the ball at midfield, giving Brookfield good field position.
"It's part of the game," Berlin coach John Capodice said. "You've got to keep playing (after the interception). It's a 48-minute game. You're not going to fold up the tent."
The Bobcats offense moved the chains just once in the first half, but their defense ensured they'd maintain a halftime lead by forcing a turnover on Berlin's final possession before the break.
Facing third-and-11 at the Brookfield 43 with just over 1:30 to go in the half, Berlin took a shot deep over the middle, but the pass sailed too high and was picked off by a diving Abdul Hafeez Yussuf at the Brookfield 26.
"If we win 11 games every year, sign us up," Capodice said. "Our kids gave great, great effort. That's the only thing you can control is effort, and I thought our effort was outstanding."
Still up just 7-0, the Brookfield defense forced a Berlin (11-2) three-and-out with just under four minutes to go, and Pompette returned it 25 yards to the 15.
On the very next play, Brookfield's Bobby Drysdale bolted 15 yards up the middle for a 14-0 lead with 3:49 to go.
Brookfield's (12-2) ground game was stymied in the first half, but the Bobcats found their legs down the stretch, particularly Drysdale, who carried the rock 21 times for 117 yards (102 in the second half).