Actor Andy Griffith, who won the hearts of 1960s TV viewers with his role as gentle Sheriff Andy Taylor in ?The Andy Griffith Show,? then returned as a 1980s country lawyer in ?Matlock,? died Tuesday at 86.
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Sir John Armitt CBE, Chairman of the Olympic Delivery Authority (ODA) and former Chair of the Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC), has been honoured as the first recipient of the Royal Academy of Engineering's Major Projects Award.
As the engineer responsible for delivering the London 2012 Games infrastructure, he has delivered the massive project on time and to budget while under intense scrutiny from the rest of the world.
The project has consistently met targets throughout the building phase and set new benchmarks for sustainable construction and technical expertise, thanks to Sir John's leadership in coordinating the work of hundreds of professionals to create new London landmarks. He was pivotal in all aspects of the Olympic and Paralympic Games infrastructure project, including: finance, engineering, environment, management and external relations, as well as acting as an ambassador for the project in explaining its complexities to the public.
Congratulating Sir John on his award Professor David Delpy, EPSRC's Chief Executive, said: "On behalf of EPSRC's Council, Executive and staff, I'd like to congratulate Sir John on this landmark achievement. The Games and their legacy of world class facilities for the athletes of the future will be a fitting tribute to Sir John and the spirit of 2012."
Nominating Sir John for the award, Professor Peter Guthrie OBE, Head of the Centre for Sustainable Development and Professor for Sustainable Development at the University of Cambridge, said: "Sir John Armitt is as close as it gets to a complete civil engineer today whose achievements and reputation are on the scale of the great Victorian engineers. He has embraced the opportunity to deliver one of the most prestigious, visible and successful engineering projects in the last 50 years."
Ray O'Rourke KBE, Chairman and Chief Executive of Laing O'Rourke, said: "The success of the London 2012 project hinged on Sir John's deft leadership and understanding of the delivery requirements for this strategic project. He demonstrated great care in managing the politics surrounding the project and the many stakeholders who had an interest in it."
Professor Robert Mair CBE, Sir Kirby Laing Professor of Civil Engineering, Head of Civil and Environmental Engineering at the University of Cambridge, said: "Sir John has been outstanding in leading the construction of the complex infrastructure for the London 2012 Olympic Games. The project will have a major impact on society and it has been the focus of considerable attention around the world. Sir John has delivered this huge project on time and within budget, overcoming the many engineering and construction challenges."
Sir John was previously Chair of EPSRC between 2007-2012, was Chief Executive of Network Rail and Railtrack and has extensive experience in the building, civil engineering and industrial construction markets.
HRH The Princess Royal presented Sir John with his award at The Royal Academy's annual awards ceremony at London's Royal Opera House.
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Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC)
1. The Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC) is the UK's main agency for funding research in engineering and the physical sciences. EPSRC invests around 800 million a year in research and postgraduate training, to help the nation handle the next generation of technological change. The areas covered range from information technology to structural engineering, and mathematics to materials science. This research forms the basis for future economic development in the UK and improvements for everyone's health, lifestyle and culture. EPSRC works alongside other Research Councils with responsibility for other areas of research. The Research Councils work collectively on issues of common concern via Research Councils UK. www.epsrc.ac.uk
2. Founded in 1976, The Royal Academy of Engineering promotes the engineering and technological welfare of the country. Our fellowship - comprising the UK's most eminent engineers - provides the leadership and expertise for our activities, which focus on the relationships between engineering, technology, and the quality of life. As a national academy, we provide independent and impartial advice to Government; work to secure the next generation of engineers; and provide a voice for Britain's engineering community.
3. Sir John Armitt was appointed Chairman of the ODA in 2007 and has previously been Chief Executive of Network Rail, Railtrack, Union Railways, the company responsible for the development of the high speed Channel Tunnel Rail Link and Costain. He joined John Laing as a graduate civil engineer and spent 27 years working on major construction projects, rising to Chairman of Laing International and Civil Engineering Divisions. He is now a Non-Executive Director of the Berkeley Group and an Advisory Board member of PWC.
For more information please contact:
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44-179-344-4404
Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council
Sir John Armitt CBE, Chairman of the Olympic Delivery Authority (ODA) and former Chair of the Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC), has been honoured as the first recipient of the Royal Academy of Engineering's Major Projects Award.
As the engineer responsible for delivering the London 2012 Games infrastructure, he has delivered the massive project on time and to budget while under intense scrutiny from the rest of the world.
The project has consistently met targets throughout the building phase and set new benchmarks for sustainable construction and technical expertise, thanks to Sir John's leadership in coordinating the work of hundreds of professionals to create new London landmarks. He was pivotal in all aspects of the Olympic and Paralympic Games infrastructure project, including: finance, engineering, environment, management and external relations, as well as acting as an ambassador for the project in explaining its complexities to the public.
Congratulating Sir John on his award Professor David Delpy, EPSRC's Chief Executive, said: "On behalf of EPSRC's Council, Executive and staff, I'd like to congratulate Sir John on this landmark achievement. The Games and their legacy of world class facilities for the athletes of the future will be a fitting tribute to Sir John and the spirit of 2012."
Nominating Sir John for the award, Professor Peter Guthrie OBE, Head of the Centre for Sustainable Development and Professor for Sustainable Development at the University of Cambridge, said: "Sir John Armitt is as close as it gets to a complete civil engineer today whose achievements and reputation are on the scale of the great Victorian engineers. He has embraced the opportunity to deliver one of the most prestigious, visible and successful engineering projects in the last 50 years."
Ray O'Rourke KBE, Chairman and Chief Executive of Laing O'Rourke, said: "The success of the London 2012 project hinged on Sir John's deft leadership and understanding of the delivery requirements for this strategic project. He demonstrated great care in managing the politics surrounding the project and the many stakeholders who had an interest in it."
Professor Robert Mair CBE, Sir Kirby Laing Professor of Civil Engineering, Head of Civil and Environmental Engineering at the University of Cambridge, said: "Sir John has been outstanding in leading the construction of the complex infrastructure for the London 2012 Olympic Games. The project will have a major impact on society and it has been the focus of considerable attention around the world. Sir John has delivered this huge project on time and within budget, overcoming the many engineering and construction challenges."
Sir John was previously Chair of EPSRC between 2007-2012, was Chief Executive of Network Rail and Railtrack and has extensive experience in the building, civil engineering and industrial construction markets.
HRH The Princess Royal presented Sir John with his award at The Royal Academy's annual awards ceremony at London's Royal Opera House.
###
Notes for editors
Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC)
1. The Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC) is the UK's main agency for funding research in engineering and the physical sciences. EPSRC invests around 800 million a year in research and postgraduate training, to help the nation handle the next generation of technological change. The areas covered range from information technology to structural engineering, and mathematics to materials science. This research forms the basis for future economic development in the UK and improvements for everyone's health, lifestyle and culture. EPSRC works alongside other Research Councils with responsibility for other areas of research. The Research Councils work collectively on issues of common concern via Research Councils UK. www.epsrc.ac.uk
2. Founded in 1976, The Royal Academy of Engineering promotes the engineering and technological welfare of the country. Our fellowship - comprising the UK's most eminent engineers - provides the leadership and expertise for our activities, which focus on the relationships between engineering, technology, and the quality of life. As a national academy, we provide independent and impartial advice to Government; work to secure the next generation of engineers; and provide a voice for Britain's engineering community.
3. Sir John Armitt was appointed Chairman of the ODA in 2007 and has previously been Chief Executive of Network Rail, Railtrack, Union Railways, the company responsible for the development of the high speed Channel Tunnel Rail Link and Costain. He joined John Laing as a graduate civil engineer and spent 27 years working on major construction projects, rising to Chairman of Laing International and Civil Engineering Divisions. He is now a Non-Executive Director of the Berkeley Group and an Advisory Board member of PWC.
For more information please contact:
EPSRC Press Office on 01793 444404 or pressoffice@epsrc.ac.uk
Sarah Griffiths at The Royal Academy of Engineering
Tel. 020 7766 0655; email: Media
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Sprinter Yohan Blake, far right, crosses the finish line ahead of world-record holder Usain Bolt, second from left, Nickel Ashmeade, center, Warren Weir, left, and Jason Young to win the 200m final at Jamaica's Olympic trials in Kingston, Jamaica, Sunday, July 1, 2012. Blake edged Bolt by 0.03 finishing in 19.80 seconds. (AP Photo/Collin Reid)
Sprinter Yohan Blake, far right, crosses the finish line ahead of world-record holder Usain Bolt, second from left, Nickel Ashmeade, center, Warren Weir, left, and Jason Young to win the 200m final at Jamaica's Olympic trials in Kingston, Jamaica, Sunday, July 1, 2012. Blake edged Bolt by 0.03 finishing in 19.80 seconds. (AP Photo/Collin Reid)
World-record holder Usain Bolt looks at the crowd while getting his right hamstring stretched out after loosing to fellow country man Yohan Blake in the 200m final at Jamaica's Olympic trials in Kingston, Jamaica, Sunday, July 1, 2012. Blake edged Bolt by 0.03 finishing in 19.80 seconds. (AP Photo/Collin Reid)
Sprinter Yohan Blake gestures to the crowd after winning the 200m final at Jamaica's Olympic trials in Kingston, Jamaica, Sunday, July 1, 2012. Blake edged world-record holder Usain Bolt by 0.03 finishing in 19.80 seconds. (AP Photo/Collin Reid)
World-record holder Usain Bolt gets his right hamstring stretched out after loosing to fellow country man Yohan Blake in the 200m final at Jamaica's Olympic trials in Kingston, Jamaica, Sunday, July 1, 2012. Blake edged Bolt by 0.03 finishing in 19.80 seconds. (AP Photo/Collin Reid)
World-record holder Usain Bolt talks to journalists after loosing to fellow country man Yohan Blake in the 200m final at Jamaica's Olympic trials in Kingston, Jamaica, Sunday, July 1, 2012. Blake edged Bolt by 0.03 finishing in 19.80 seconds. (AP Photo/Collin Reid)
KINGSTON, Jamaica (AP) ? When the latest upset that wasn't really an upset was over, Yohan Blake put one finger to his mouth and looked toward the stands ? as if he were asking the crowd to simmer down.
No such luck there. The Jamaican fans were ecstatic. They now have not one, but two gold-medal prospects for the sprints at the London Olympics.
Blake made it 2 for 2 against world-record holder Usain Bolt, winning the 200 meters at the Jamaican Olympic trials Sunday in 19.80 seconds to edge Bolt by 0.03.
When they crossed the line, Bolt was the first one to approach his training partner and buddy and give him a big bear hug. Moments later, though, the World's Fastest Man was down on the ground, getting his right hamstring stretched out, while Blake was basking in an understated celebration. For nearly a minute, he simply paced back and forth in front of the packed grandstand, letting all those fans soak in the sight of their new national champion.
"I'm not surprised, because I was working real hard," Blake said of his back-to-back wins. "And I know Usain will work hard as ever. It's up to me to keep working hard and keep my form going into the Olympics."
The win came two days after Blake, the reigning world champion at 100 meters, beat Bolt in the 100 by running a personal-best 9.75.
That was a shocker, but there were explanations ? most notably the terrible starts Bolt got off to throughout the 100 heats and in the final, to say nothing of any doubt that might still linger over the false start that scratched him from worlds last year.
Bolt has always considered the 200, which better suits his lanky 6-foot-5 frame, his real work. And now, indeed, he has work to do there, as well.
As they approached the finish, Bolt was grimacing ? or was that the hint of a frustrated smile? ? as he looked to his left to see what very few thought possible earlier this week: Blake beating him to the line for the second time in three days.
"I can never be discouraged," Bolt said. "I'm never worried until my coach gets worried, and my coach isn't worried, so I'm OK."
Said Glen Mills, who coaches both runners: "Usain, he has the experience, the ability, he has been there already. He might be a little off at the moment, but I'm sure when the time of delivery comes around, he'll be on top of his game."
The clock is ticking. As of Monday, there were 33 days until the start of the men's 100 heats at Olympic Stadium.
In the women's 200, Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce ran a personal best 22.10 seconds to also complete the 100-200 sweep. She'll be joined by Sherone Simpson and two-time defending Olympic champion Veronica Campbell-Brown.
Fraser-Pryce took the world by surprise four years ago when she won the 100 at Beijing. Her next act could be this 200, her second-best event, where she beat Simpson with lots of room to spare, a 0.27-second margin.
"I'm still learning, you know," Fraser-Pryce said.
Bolt is supposedly beyond the learning stage. But now, the guessing game figures to take on Olympics-sized proportions.
Blake, Bolt and Mills all conceded that Blake came into these trials in better shape than the man whose marks ? 9.58 and 19.19 ? sit atop the record book.
So, was Bolt genuinely just coasting through into this weekend in front of all his home fans, making sure he made it, getting ready to defend his Olympic titles? Is his conditioning not up to snuff, and if so, is there time for him to get there? Or, might he be hurting, as it appeared when he was getting his leg worked on while lying on the track?
"I don't want to get into that," Bolt said. "I was just working (the leg) around for a few moments to get myself back together. I'm not far off. I can get it done."
Blake will be making his first trip to the Olympics, which can be a daunting prospect. After these pair of benchmark victories, he sounded ready for more work, not a celebration.
"It leaves me to get back into training," Blake said. "It's not over. I still have the Olympics to go."
On the other hand, if Bolt was feeling any sense that he had it made ? well, he no longer has to worry about that.
He said Sunday's race was lost in the curve ? the same curve Blake has been watching Bolt run for the past several months in practice, picking up tips, learning the nuances.
"I was very sad with my turn, it was awful, but I've been working more on the 100 meters," Bolt said. "I can't blame it on that, though. Just have to get my things together and get it done."
After Bolt's bad curve, he came into the straightaway with a deficit. Finally, over the last 50 meters, the Olympic champion started closing.
Like a racecar driver catching a glimpse of something lurking in his rearview mirror, Blake could see Bolt making up ground out of the corner of his eye.
The best ones know how to close things out.
"I felt him on my right-hand side. No need to panic," Blake said. "I just stayed focused."
___
Associated Press Writers Pat Graham in Eugene, Ore., and David McFadden in Kingston contributed to this report.
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Communities across the UK have shown support for servicemen and women as the country celebrates Armed Forces Day.
More than 200 events, ranging from veterans' parades and bands to barbecues and fairs, are being held at the culmination of a week of tributes to British troops and their families.
The day is marked to raise awareness of the contribution made by the Army, Navy and RAF, and to allow the public to demonstrate their appreciation.
Prime Minister David Cameron said: "Today is an opportunity for everyone up and down the country to clearly show how grateful we are to all our brave servicemen and women for all that they do.
"It's also vitally important that we remember the sacrifices that the armed forces and their families make every day for the safety of our country."
Around 6,000 people turned out for an emotional part of the Olympic Torch relay at the National Memorial Arboretum in Staffordshire.
Corporal Johnson Beharry, the most recent member of the armed forces to receive the Victoria Cross, carried the flame up to the Armed Forces Memorial.
An honour guard formed by members of the 2nd Mercian regiment lined the steps as he took the flame to the top and stood solemnly in honour of those who have died serving their country since the Second World War.
After completing his section of the relay, Corporal Beharry told Sky News: "Carrying the torch on Armed Forces Day is amazing. For me it's about raising the profile and raising more awareness for us about what we do and to be respected a lot more."
Among those who attended the event at the National Memorial Arboretum were Michael Hawkins, 71, and his wife Gill, 61, from Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire.
Mr Hawkins, who served in the RAF for 36 years, said: "I came here today because I thought it was very important on Armed Forces Day to do something that I consider significant, to come here to the National Arboretum, but in particular to see Johnson Beharry."
The fourth Armed Forces Day comes as military charities report a 26% increase in donations since the beginning of the economic crisis in 2008.
Help for Heroes saw a 181% gain in income, while Support Our Soldiers, which sends care parcels to the frontline, saw an 87% increase, according to The Sun.
Thousands of people lined the streets of Plymouth, where there was a parade through the city by members of all three services, joined by military bands and veterans.
The parade finished on the Plymouth Hoe with a drumhead service, although entertainment will continue throughout the day.
Deputy Prime Minister Nick Clegg said: "Today I'm joining the rest of the country in saying thank you to our armed forces.
"We owe our servicemen and women a huge debt of gratitude for their dedication, resilience and sacrifices.
"For their incredible work, for putting their lives at risk so we can live in safety, for being prepared to leave their loved ones behind when they serve our country, from cooks, to medics, to volunteers, to troops on the front line in Afghanistan - every single contribution deserves recognition and celebration - as do those of our reservists, veterans and cadets."
Mr Clegg said the celebrations should "go some way to showing how grateful we are for the work of all our armed forces and how much we recognise their contribution".
"I also want to thank their families - who are parted from their loved ones for long periods of time, who live with uncertainty, and whose patience and bravery is recognised by us all."
Source: http://news.sky.com/story/954380
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