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Founded by Don Bradley, PlanNet Marketing Inc. is the culmination of years of marketing, sales and product distribution experience.  Don's vast knowledge of both network marketing and team building affords PlanNet Marketing a unique place among today’s at-home business models.

PlanNet Marketing has partnered with InteleTravel, the original at-home travel agency, recognized by every major travel supplier, including the best of the best resorts and hotel brands, cruise lines, vacation companies, car rental agencies and tour operators all over the world!  As a PlanNet Marketing Rep, you will offer the InteleTravel home-based travel agent business opportunity to anyone who wants to turn a passion for travel into a flexible source of income and reward.

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Don Bradley

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Donald D. Bradley has over two decades of “in the trenches” experience in marketing, sales and product distribution. He has achieved top ranking positions in the network marketing industry, being numbered among millionaire earners for the past 15 years, while helping others reach their financial goals.

Upon obtaining his B.A. degree in Humanities and Social Sciences from the University of South Carolina in 1994, he served in the United States Air Force and Air National Guard (Operation Desert Storm). Don and Deborah make their home in Snellville, Georgia, and have two sons and two daughters.

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Andy Cauthen is a seasoned veteran of business, with a successful background in executive management, corporate operations, and marketing and sales. He has held positions as President, CEO, and corporate management roles with several major companies, including two with asset bases of greater than $1 billion, more than 2,000 employees, and operating budgets of $240 million.

He has worked with companies in the USA, Canada, Europe, and South America in the areas of business planning, capitalization, operations, sales and marketing, and legal and compliance.

Andy studied at the University of Melbourne, Australia and Abilene Christian University in Texas. Andy and his wife Kathy reside in Collinsville, Illinois. He has three daughters residing in Texas and Tennessee.

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Chief Operations Officer

LeAnn Troeckler brings a wealth of management skills to her position of Chief Operations Officer. In her past ten years of experience in management and administration, she has, as Director of Field Operations, provided field support services at a US-based international direct sales company with over 130,000 distributors, has served as Director of the Customer Support team and Director of Special Services for the company’s field sales directors.

LeAnn is proficient in team supervision and management, including tasking and scheduling, while continuing to oversee daily operations. Her input has been invaluable in the development and implementation of numerous marketing projects, including quality testing and reporting. Further duties include managing social media sites, company calendars, and field email support and communications.

LeAnn studied at Lewis & Clark Community College and lives in Staunton, IL with her husband Michael and their three children.

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LisaMarie Klinger heads up the Marketing department and is on the cutting edge of everything happening in PlanNet Marketing. From Awards & Recognition to planning corporate events, she is there! She knows many of your names and faces, she talks to you, emails you, gets to know you - and she's FANTASTIC at it.

LisaMarie is familiar with the network marketing industry and understands the importance that events and recognition play in this industry. She works tirelessly to ensure PlanNet’s events go off without a hitch, that the PlanNetNow! blog is full of timely and accurate content to help keep you connected and accelerate your business, and she is constantly crunching those numbers to track Reps who are rising in the ranks to include Directors-in-Training and Directors.

LisaMarie received her Bachelor of Arts degree in Marketing from Stockton University in Pomona, NJ and she currently resides in Fort Myers, Florida. 

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Vice President, Compliance

Amanda Restivo is experienced in the management of compliance matters pertaining to the network marketing industry. She has previously served as Compliance Manager for a major network marketing company and helped to write their policies and procedures. She has also served in the fields of accounting and executive management assistance. 

Amanda manages all compliance matters for PlanNet Marketing, as well as handling the payment of commissions, corporate accounting and human resources. Amanda fancies herself a grammarian and takes pride in a well-written company announcement, compliance article for the PlanNetNow blog, or just a simple email. 

Amanda obtained a Bachelor of Arts degree in Business Management and Public Relations from Blackburn College in Carlinville, IL. She currently lives in East Alton, IL with her husband Tony and their four children.

Brian Roundtree

Brian Roundtree is an accounting and finance professional with work and management experience over several different markets. His background in different roles, serving as an Accounting Manager, Controller and Director of Finance in the retail and attractions space, vehicle tracking and software development industries makes him well-rounded in being able to achieve timely solutions to new problems in his role.

Brian manages the accounting and finance aspect of PlanNet Marketing, forecasting, wiring funds and being the backstop for all things associated with the three main financial statements (Cash Flow Statement, Income Statement and Balance Sheet).

Brian is a two-time graduate of Winthrop University in Rock Hill, SC with an Bachelor's of Science and a Master's of Business Administration both in accounting. He currently lives outside of Atlanta, GA with his wife, LaTasha, their son and their dog, Rayden.

Duane Vancil

Director of Team Operations

Duane Vancil joined the PlanNet Marketing Team in January of 2024. He brings over twenty years of sales, marketing and leadership experience with the last eighteen years being in the network marketing travel space.

He has been a part of a team that managed through hyper-growth of 300% per year and brings a heart of servant leadership to the organization. Duane has served as National Sales Manager, Director of Operations, Chief Operations Officer, Chief Marketing Officer and Chief Executive Officer.

In addition Duane founded and launched an IRS approved 501c3 non-profit organization that focused on helping families in the midst of their cancer journey create memories that will last for a lifetime. He is passionate about travel, passionate about serving others and seeing them become all they were created to be.

Duane and his wife, Jodie, live in the St. Louis area. In their freetime they enjoy hiking, exploring, spending time with their family and serving their community. They have three children, Isaac, Jordan and Lauren, who all reside in the St. Louis area as well.

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Corporate Analyst

Over and above Jerry’s skills as chief programmer at Genesis Consulting, Jerry offers his Corporate Analyst skills to PlanNet Marketing. Analyzing every facet of our business and assisting us on the road to success via his 30+ years’ experience in the industry. Jerry has managed many companies over the years where annual sales exceeded 100 million dollars. He not only watches over our IT department, he constantly is making improvements to our systems to better serve our Reps. As a Graduate of University of North Carolina where he earned his degree in Computer Science and a minor in Mathematics, it would be difficult to find someone more qualified to calculate and create your commission check than Jerry.

Even though his work seems behind the scenes you can expect to meet Jerry or hear his messages at many upcoming events. As an affective speaker and life coach to many, he will be helping all of us make the most of this wonderful opportunity.

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Kevin Thompson is an MLM attorney, proud husband, father of four and a founding member of Thompson Burton PLLC. Named as one of the top 25 most influential people in direct sales, Kevin Thompson has extensive experience to help entrepreneurs launch their businesses on secure legal footing. Recently featured on Bloomberg TV with Steve Forbes, Thompson is a thought-leader in the industry. He serves on the Young Executive Leadership Team for Youth Villages in Nashville, Tennessee, and helps devise and execute programs to raise funds for the organization and create transitional living programs for abandoned and neglected teens.

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Roxann Smithers of Smithers + Ume-Nwagbo, LLC is Your Trust 360° General Counsel. Roxann has a passion for working with entrepreneurs and business owners. She developed a nationwide practice that focuses on providing clients with the expertise, quality, and tailored legal services of Big Law for the benefit of Small and Medium size businesses. Roxann’s practice includes Business Law, Dispute Resolution, and General Counsel Services.

As a Business Attorney, Roxann regularly advises clients in corporate matters involved with running their business. That includes advising clients during contract drafting, reviews and negotiation (both private and public contracts). Roxann works with clients who seek to purchase a business, sell their business as part of an exit planning strategy, or grow their business through investors and third-party financing. In terms of Dispute Resolution, Roxann has an expertise in tackling matters in multiple state and federal jurisdictions across the country, including, breach of contract, enforcement of business covenants (competition, solicitation, and confidentiality), payment actions, and general business disputes. Roxann is well poised to draft a contract, mediate it, arbitrate it or litigate it. Finally, as General Counsel, Roxann routinely advises clients in various aspects of their businesses including formations, deal negotiations, property acquisitions, joint ventures, corporate governance, and compliance investigations. She ushers clients through partner exits, i.e. business divorces.

A native of Akron, OH, Roxann earned a B.A. in African-American Studies (Political Science focus) and a J.D. from Columbia University in the City of New York. She served as President of the Columbia Club of Atlanta, as well as the on Board of Directors for the Columbia University Alumni Association and the Columbia College Alumni Association. She remains on the board as the Georgia Regional Chair for the Alumni Representative Committee and a member of the Associations and Clubs Committee. Roxann is a member of the State Bar of Georgia (Business Court and Georgia Bar Journal Editorial Board) and the Georgia Association of Black Women Attorneys. Roxann served as Chairperson of the Board of Directors of Children’s Burial Assistance, Inc. and Secretary for the Smyrna Rotary Club.

In her spare time, Roxann is an avid golfer, tennis player, swimmer, and kickboxing student who enjoys travel, literature and retail therapy. She is the proud parent of a lovable (to most people) dog, Owen. Smithers + Ume-Nwagbo, LLC is based in Atlanta, GA.

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Genesis Consulting are specialists in the development and implementation of MLM software systems and market the products and services developed over a period of almost 30 years. Dennis Ashe and Jerry Mattox are recognized as leading authorities in the design and implementation of MLM software, network marketing software and compensation plans, with over 3,000 installations. Genesis continues to enjoy steady and solid growth due to the computer background of management and staff, which spans over 76 years in the network marketing software and MLM software industries. Familiar with numerous computer operating systems, Genesis Consulting manages the development, integration, and support for PlanNet’s website and technical systems.

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40 Facts About Elektrostal

Written by Lanette Mayes

Modified & Updated: 01 Jun 2024

Reviewed by Jessica Corbett

Elektrostal is a vibrant city located in the Moscow Oblast region of Russia. With a rich history, stunning architecture, and a thriving community, Elektrostal is a city that has much to offer. Whether you are a history buff, nature enthusiast, or simply curious about different cultures, Elektrostal is sure to captivate you.

This article will provide you with 40 fascinating facts about Elektrostal, giving you a better understanding of why this city is worth exploring. From its origins as an industrial hub to its modern-day charm, we will delve into the various aspects that make Elektrostal a unique and must-visit destination.

So, join us as we uncover the hidden treasures of Elektrostal and discover what makes this city a true gem in the heart of Russia.

Key Takeaways:

• Elektrostal, known as the “Motor City of Russia,” is a vibrant and growing city with a rich industrial history, offering diverse cultural experiences and a strong commitment to environmental sustainability.
• With its convenient location near Moscow, Elektrostal provides a picturesque landscape, vibrant nightlife, and a range of recreational activities, making it an ideal destination for residents and visitors alike.

Known as the “Motor City of Russia.”

Elektrostal, a city located in the Moscow Oblast region of Russia, earned the nickname “Motor City” due to its significant involvement in the automotive industry.

Home to the Elektrostal Metallurgical Plant.

Elektrostal is renowned for its metallurgical plant, which has been producing high-quality steel and alloys since its establishment in 1916.

Boasts a rich industrial heritage.

Elektrostal has a long history of industrial development, contributing to the growth and progress of the region.

Founded in 1916.

The city of Elektrostal was founded in 1916 as a result of the construction of the Elektrostal Metallurgical Plant.

Located approximately 50 kilometers east of Moscow.

Elektrostal is situated in close proximity to the Russian capital, making it easily accessible for both residents and visitors.

Known for its vibrant cultural scene.

Elektrostal is home to several cultural institutions, including museums, theaters, and art galleries that showcase the city’s rich artistic heritage.

A popular destination for nature lovers.

Surrounded by picturesque landscapes and forests, Elektrostal offers ample opportunities for outdoor activities such as hiking, camping, and birdwatching.

Hosts the annual Elektrostal City Day celebrations.

Every year, Elektrostal organizes festive events and activities to celebrate its founding, bringing together residents and visitors in a spirit of unity and joy.

Has a population of approximately 160,000 people.

Elektrostal is home to a diverse and vibrant community of around 160,000 residents, contributing to its dynamic atmosphere.

Boasts excellent education facilities.

The city is known for its well-established educational institutions, providing quality education to students of all ages.

A center for scientific research and innovation.

Elektrostal serves as an important hub for scientific research, particularly in the fields of metallurgy , materials science, and engineering.

Surrounded by picturesque lakes.

The city is blessed with numerous beautiful lakes , offering scenic views and recreational opportunities for locals and visitors alike.

Well-connected transportation system.

Elektrostal benefits from an efficient transportation network, including highways, railways, and public transportation options, ensuring convenient travel within and beyond the city.

Famous for its traditional Russian cuisine.

Food enthusiasts can indulge in authentic Russian dishes at numerous restaurants and cafes scattered throughout Elektrostal.

Home to notable architectural landmarks.

Elektrostal boasts impressive architecture, including the Church of the Transfiguration of the Lord and the Elektrostal Palace of Culture.

Offers a wide range of recreational facilities.

Residents and visitors can enjoy various recreational activities, such as sports complexes, swimming pools, and fitness centers, enhancing the overall quality of life.

Provides a high standard of healthcare.

Elektrostal is equipped with modern medical facilities, ensuring residents have access to quality healthcare services.

Home to the Elektrostal History Museum.

The Elektrostal History Museum showcases the city’s fascinating past through exhibitions and displays.

A hub for sports enthusiasts.

Elektrostal is passionate about sports, with numerous stadiums, arenas, and sports clubs offering opportunities for athletes and spectators.

Celebrates diverse cultural festivals.

Throughout the year, Elektrostal hosts a variety of cultural festivals, celebrating different ethnicities, traditions, and art forms.

Electric power played a significant role in its early development.

Elektrostal owes its name and initial growth to the establishment of electric power stations and the utilization of electricity in the industrial sector.

Boasts a thriving economy.

The city’s strong industrial base, coupled with its strategic location near Moscow, has contributed to Elektrostal’s prosperous economic status.

Houses the Elektrostal Drama Theater.

The Elektrostal Drama Theater is a cultural centerpiece, attracting theater enthusiasts from far and wide.

Popular destination for winter sports.

Elektrostal’s proximity to ski resorts and winter sport facilities makes it a favorite destination for skiing, snowboarding, and other winter activities.

Promotes environmental sustainability.

Elektrostal prioritizes environmental protection and sustainability, implementing initiatives to reduce pollution and preserve natural resources.

Home to renowned educational institutions.

Elektrostal is known for its prestigious schools and universities, offering a wide range of academic programs to students.

Committed to cultural preservation.

The city values its cultural heritage and takes active steps to preserve and promote traditional customs, crafts, and arts.

Hosts an annual International Film Festival.

The Elektrostal International Film Festival attracts filmmakers and cinema enthusiasts from around the world, showcasing a diverse range of films.

Encourages entrepreneurship and innovation.

Elektrostal supports aspiring entrepreneurs and fosters a culture of innovation, providing opportunities for startups and business development .

Offers a range of housing options.

Elektrostal provides diverse housing options, including apartments, houses, and residential complexes, catering to different lifestyles and budgets.

Home to notable sports teams.

Elektrostal is proud of its sports legacy , with several successful sports teams competing at regional and national levels.

Boasts a vibrant nightlife scene.

Residents and visitors can enjoy a lively nightlife in Elektrostal, with numerous bars, clubs, and entertainment venues.

Promotes cultural exchange and international relations.

Elektrostal actively engages in international partnerships, cultural exchanges, and diplomatic collaborations to foster global connections.

Surrounded by beautiful nature reserves.

Nearby nature reserves, such as the Barybino Forest and Luchinskoye Lake, offer opportunities for nature enthusiasts to explore and appreciate the region’s biodiversity.

Commemorates historical events.

The city pays tribute to significant historical events through memorials, monuments, and exhibitions, ensuring the preservation of collective memory.

Promotes sports and youth development.

Elektrostal invests in sports infrastructure and programs to encourage youth participation, health, and physical fitness.

Hosts annual cultural and artistic festivals.

Throughout the year, Elektrostal celebrates its cultural diversity through festivals dedicated to music, dance, art, and theater.

Provides a picturesque landscape for photography enthusiasts.

The city’s scenic beauty, architectural landmarks, and natural surroundings make it a paradise for photographers.

Connects to Moscow via a direct train line.

The convenient train connection between Elektrostal and Moscow makes commuting between the two cities effortless.

A city with a bright future.

Elektrostal continues to grow and develop, aiming to become a model city in terms of infrastructure, sustainability, and quality of life for its residents.

In conclusion, Elektrostal is a fascinating city with a rich history and a vibrant present. From its origins as a center of steel production to its modern-day status as a hub for education and industry, Elektrostal has plenty to offer both residents and visitors. With its beautiful parks, cultural attractions, and proximity to Moscow, there is no shortage of things to see and do in this dynamic city. Whether you’re interested in exploring its historical landmarks, enjoying outdoor activities, or immersing yourself in the local culture, Elektrostal has something for everyone. So, next time you find yourself in the Moscow region, don’t miss the opportunity to discover the hidden gems of Elektrostal.

Q: What is the population of Elektrostal?

A: As of the latest data, the population of Elektrostal is approximately XXXX.

Q: How far is Elektrostal from Moscow?

A: Elektrostal is located approximately XX kilometers away from Moscow.

Q: Are there any famous landmarks in Elektrostal?

A: Yes, Elektrostal is home to several notable landmarks, including XXXX and XXXX.

Q: What industries are prominent in Elektrostal?

A: Elektrostal is known for its steel production industry and is also a center for engineering and manufacturing.

Q: Are there any universities or educational institutions in Elektrostal?

A: Yes, Elektrostal is home to XXXX University and several other educational institutions.

Q: What are some popular outdoor activities in Elektrostal?

A: Elektrostal offers several outdoor activities, such as hiking, cycling, and picnicking in its beautiful parks.

Q: Is Elektrostal well-connected in terms of transportation?

A: Yes, Elektrostal has good transportation links, including trains and buses, making it easily accessible from nearby cities.

Q: Are there any annual events or festivals in Elektrostal?

A: Yes, Elektrostal hosts various events and festivals throughout the year, including XXXX and XXXX.

Elektrostal's fascinating history, vibrant culture, and promising future make it a city worth exploring. For more captivating facts about cities around the world, discover the unique characteristics that define each city . Uncover the hidden gems of Moscow Oblast through our in-depth look at Kolomna. Lastly, dive into the rich industrial heritage of Teesside, a thriving industrial center with its own story to tell.

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Discovery Alert: Spock’s Home Planet Goes ‘Poof’

The discovery

A planet thought to orbit the star 40 Eridani A – host to Mr. Spock’s fictional home planet, Vulcan, in the “Star Trek” universe – is really a kind of astronomical illusion caused by the pulses and jitters of the star itself, a new study shows.

The possible detection of a planet orbiting a star that Star Trek made famous drew excitement and plenty of attention when it was announced in 2018. Only five years later, the planet appeared to be on shaky ground when other researchers questioned whether it was there at all. Now, precision measurements using a NASA-NSF instrument, installed a few years ago atop Kitt Peak in Arizona, seem to have returned the planet Vulcan even more definitively to the realm of science fiction.

Two methods for detecting exoplanets – planets orbiting other stars – dominate all others in the continuing search for strange new worlds. The transit method, watching for the tiny dip in starlight as a planet crosses the face of its star, is responsible for the vast majority of detections. But the “radial velocity” method also has racked up a healthy share of exoplanet discoveries. This method is especially important for systems with planets that don’t, from Earth’s point of view, cross the faces of their stars. By tracking subtle shifts in starlight, scientists can measure “wobbles” in the star itself, as the gravity of an orbiting planet tugs it one way, then another. For very large planets, the radial velocity signal mostly leads to unambiguous planet detections. But not-so-large planets can be problematic.

Even the scientists who made the original, possible detection of planet HD 26965 b – almost immediately compared to the fictional Vulcan – cautioned that it could turn out to be messy stellar jitters masquerading as a planet. They reported evidence of a “super-Earth” – larger than Earth, smaller than Neptune – in a 42-day orbit around a Sun-like star about 16 light-years away. The new analysis, using high-precision radial velocity measurements not yet available in 2018, confirms that caution about the possible discovery was justified.

The bad news for Star Trek fans comes from an instrument known as NEID, a recent addition to the complex of telescopes at Kitt Peak National Observatory. NEID, like other radial velocity instruments, relies on the “Doppler” effect: shifts in the light spectrum of a star that reveal its wobbling motions. In this case, parsing out the supposed planet signal at various wavelengths of light, emitted from different levels of the star’s outer shell, or photosphere, revealed significant differences between individual wavelength measurements – their Doppler shifts – and the total signal when they were all combined. That means, in all likelihood, the planet signal is really the flickering of something on the star’s surface that coincides with a 42-day rotation – perhaps the roiling of hotter and cooler layers beneath the star’s surface, called convection, combined with stellar surface features such as spots and “plages,” which are bright, active regions. Both can alter a star’s radial velocity signals.

While the new finding, at least for now, robs star 40 Eridani A of its possible planet Vulcan, the news isn’t all bad. The demonstration of such finely tuned radial velocity measurements holds out the promise of making sharper observational distinctions between actual planets and the shakes and rattles on surfaces of distant stars.

Even the destruction of Vulcan has been anticipated in the Star Trek universe. Vulcan was first identified as Spock’s home planet in the original 1960s television series. But in the 2009 film, “Star Trek,” a Romulan villain named Nero employs an artificial black hole to blow Spock’s home world out of existence.

The discoverers

A science team led by astronomer Abigail Burrows of Dartmouth College, and previously of NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory, published a paper describing the new result, “The death of Vulcan: NEID reveals the planet candidate orbiting HD 26965 is stellar activity,” in The Astronomical Journal in May 2024 (Note: HD 26965 is an alternate designation for the star, 40 Eridani A.)

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• Leeds United
• Manchester City
• Manchester United
• Newcastle United
• Real Madrid
• Tottenham Hotspur
• Premier League
• Champions League

The staggering 485-cap XI England have left out of their Euro 2024 squad

Gareth Southgate has finalised his England squad for Euro 2024 – and has left out plenty of experienced players from the group that will travel to Germany.

Southgate had garnered a reputation for sticking with his favourites through thick and thin, but has showcased his ruthless streak by dropping several household names from his 26-man selection.

We’ve totted up the number of caps from this staggeringly-experienced XI that won’t be representing England in this summer’s tournament.

GK: Nick Pope

One of the goalkeepers set to be Jordan Pickford’s understudy in Germany, Pope’s tournament hopes were ended last December when he suffered a dislocated shoulder.

Newcastle’s defensive record nosedived without him, but the 32-year-old didn’t recover in time to suitably convince Southgate of his fitness. His 10 caps won’t be added to this summer.

RB: Reece James

James walks into the England squad on talent alone, even in the hotly-contested right-back role, but the Chelsea captain spent the majority of the 2023-24 campaign on the treatment table.

There is still every chance the full-back will become an England regular in time, but he’ll have to wait to add to his 16 international caps.

CB: Eric Dier

Dier’s chances of making the squad were boosted when he moved to Bayern Munich in January, but despite some solid performances, he was deemed surplus to requirements by Southgate.

“Since the World Cup, I wouldn’t say that I’ve had any dip in form,” the 49-cap defender told The Overlap in April.

“I’m playing the best football of my career since (Antonio) Conte came (to manage Tottenham in 2021) and I’ve carried it on since.

“People think that I’m 37 or something, but I’m 30 years old and am nowhere near the end of my prime and imagine that this will be my prime.

“I want to be a part of the England set-up and I believe that I should be a part of it, that I’m that level of a player.”

CB: Harry Maguire

Southgate has stood by Maguire through thick and thin, but it looks like injury will deny the Manchester United defender the opportunity to star in Germany this summer.

An integral member of England’s backline during three tournaments, the 31-year-old has not played at club level since April due to a calf injury.

“I am devastated not to have been selected to play for England at the Euros this summer,” the 63-cap defender said in response to his omission.

“Despite my best efforts, I have not been able to overcome an injury to my calf. Maybe I pushed myself too hard, to try and make it. Simply, I am absolutely gutted.

“I will return to the supervision of the Manchester United medical team in order to prepare for next season.”

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LB: Ben Chilwell

This time last year, Chilwell was practically guaranteed a place in the England squad, but following an injury-hit campaign with Chelsea, he now finds himself kicking his heels this summer.

When fully fit, Chilwell can rub shoulders with some of the best full-backs in the league. However, given he only started nine league matches, it’s hardly much of a surprise that the 21-cap defender missed out.

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CM: Jordan Henderson

After a season which saw him make a controversial switch to Saudi Arabia before returning to Europe with Ajax in January, Henderson will be watching the Euros from his sofa this summer as the 33-year-old was not named in Southgate’s initial squad.

Given the England manager stood by Henderson when public criticism was at its peak, the decision to omit the 81-cap midfielder came as a surprise – although not for footballing reasons.

CM: Kalvin Phillips

Phillips’ career has nosedived since leaving Leeds United for Manchester City in 2022, spending months on the Etihad bench before a memorably bad loan spell at West Ham saw the midfielder play his way out of contention.

The writing was on the wall when the 28-year-old was left out of Southgate’s squad for March friendlies against Brazil and Belgium.

And the 31-cap midfielder, who started all of England’s matches at Euro 2020, will be left to reflect on where it all went wrong this summer.

RW: Raheem Sterling

Given that Sterling has played for the Three Lions since the 2022 World Cup, nobody was surprised when the 29-year-old failed to make the cut for the Euros.

But the Chelsea winger has been one of Southgate’s key men during his eight years as England manager, scoring more goals than anybody other than Harry Kane in that time.

His form at club level has been patchy ever since leaving Manchester City and, given the emergence of young talent in his position, it appears unlikely Sterling will add to his 82 England caps.

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CAM: Mason Mount

Another omission that would’ve been headline news two years ago but barely raises an eyebrow now, Mount has fallen off the England radar since his move to Manchester United last year.

Injuries and loss of form have made the 25-year-old appear like yesterday’s man in record time. It’s hard to believe Mount started the Euro 2020 final, one of his 36 international caps.

LW: Jack Grealish

Most observers expected Grealish to be on the plane to Germany, especially after his eye-catching cameo in the friendly with Bosnia 7 Herzegovina in June 2024.

But the 36-cap forward has paid the price for a forgettable club season at Manchester City, with Southgate opting for in-form alternatives like Anthony Gordon, Eberechi Eze and Jarrod Bowen instead.

ST: Marcus Rashford

With just eight goals in 43 matches for Manchester United in 2023-24, Rashford can have few complaints after being left out of England’s 26-man squad for this summer’s tournament.

“These are of course difficult calls,” Southgate said in a press conference. “You are talking about very good players who have been important in what we’ve done over a number of years.

“With Marcus, I just feel that other players in that area of the pitch had better seasons. It’s as simple as that.”

Rashford reacted to his England snub on social media, writing on his Instagram story: “Wishing Gareth and the boys all the best for the up and coming tournament.”

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Parade Of Planets 2024

Are you ready for the Parade of Planets 2024!? Early-risers, keep your eyes peeled for Jupiter, Uranus, Mars, Neptune, Saturn, and even the dwarf planet Pluto which will be in the sky at the same time before sunrise from June 24-July 4, 2024 . Also, you’ll be able to watch the Moon pass by each planet one by one during this time frame. What will you actually see? When and where exactly should you look? What equipment will you need? Here is your Parade of Planets 2024 go-to guide.

Look Before Sunrise

The important thing to note is that the Parade of Planets 2024 only occurs before sunrise and will not be visible in the evening. In fact, nighttime skywatchers have been in a planet drought —when no planets have been visible in the sky just after dark. But the planet drought will end with Mercury making a brief appearance in early July and Venus slowly but surely emerging from behind the Sun and popping out to the evening sky later this summer.

The first planet to rise above the eastern horizon is Saturn which will clear the treetops about 1 a.m. local time. Neptune will quickly follow, rising about 30 minutes later. The planet Mars will rise about 3:30 a.m., just north of east. It will be equal in brightness to Saturn but shine with a distinctly orange color. Uranus rises one half hour later at 4 a.m. and then brilliant Jupiter comes up a little before 5 a.m. The planets will appear in this order from left to right: Jupiter, Uranus, Mars, Neptune, and Saturn. (See a reference illustration in the feature image for this story.)

The Sun will quickly follow the planets. As dawn approaches, and the sky brightens, the planets will become invisible.

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Parade of planets 2024: key dates.

To help you keep track of the planets, the Moon will pass through the parade between June 24 and July 4. As the Moon circles the Earth, its position shifts slightly each morning. The Moon, like the planets, also appears to travel near the ecliptic and will pass by each object on our list and can help you locate the tougher-to-find worlds.

After midnight on June 24, Pluto rises before any of the planets. You will not see Pluto with the naked eye, but you will see a waning gibbous Moon shining brilliantly in the southeastern sky. On the morning, the Moon serves as a landmark for knowing approximately where Pluto is.

If you have a really good telescope, you may attempt to find Pluto about 2 degrees above the Moon. But do not worry if you cannot find the dwarf planet Pluto—few trained astronomers can.

The significant Moon-planet pairings begin on the morning of June 27 when the waning Moon will shine three degrees to the right of the planet Saturn.

If you have even a simple backyard telescope, aim it at the Moon to observe the rough cratered lunar surface in more detail. Then shift the telescope over to Saturn. To the naked eye, Saturn looks like an ordinary yellow star. But through a telescope you can see the rings around the planet.

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On June 28 about an hour before sunrise, the Moon will have shifted remarkably close to the planet Neptune. In fact, for portions of that morning, the Moon will appear less than one half degree below Neptune.

Get out that telescope and aim it at the Moon that morning. Then move your view ever so slightly up and look for a deep blue dot of light. This may be your best chance this year to find Neptune since the Moon can be your guide.

The Moon will pass the final three planets in the parade quickly. Before sunrise on July 1, the Moon will appear up and to the right of Mars.

On July 2, the Moon will be to the left of Uranus. Although you cannot see Uranus with the naked eye, you may be able to see another astronomical sight to the left of the Moon: The Pleiades star cluster also known as the Seven Sisters may just barely shine through the approaching dawn near the Moon.

Finally, before sunrise on July 3, the waning crescent Moon will shine to the left of Jupiter. You will have to time this well since Jupiter and the Moon will be low in the eastern sky and the Sun will be rising. Look for the Moon-planet pairing about 30-45 minutes before sunrise on July 3.

There is still a chance to catch the Parade of Planets 2024 on the morning of July 4, but the Moon will be very low on the horizon and therefore extremely tough to catch.

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Visibility Details

Although it does sound impressive to have five planets and Pluto lined up in the sky, visibility may disappoint you. The planets Uranus and Neptune cannot be seen with the naked eye. And to even spot Pluto as a tiny pale dot, you would need a sufficiently large or professional telescope. So that really leaves just three planets that you will actually observe in an arc across the east and southeastern pre-dawn sky: Jupiter low in the east, Mars up and to the right of Jupiter, and Saturn far off to the right of Mars. That said, knowing all of these planets are together in the morning sky between St. John’s Day and the Fourth of July is symbolically special.

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Planet Distances

The planets vary in size and distance from Earth. When we see planets in the sky, we are seeing sunlight reflecting off their surfaces (and some planets are more reflective than others). This all leads to a variety of planet brightness.

Although it is about 540 million miles away, the planet is so large and reflects so much sunlight that it is easily the brightest of the five planets up in the morning sky this summer.

Mars and Saturn

Mars and Saturn are nearly equally bright and easily detected with the naked eye. Mars is a much smaller planet than Saturn but also significantly closer to Earth. Mars is about 160 million miles away while Saturn is about 860 million miles away.

Uranus and Neptune

Although Uranus and Neptune are large planets (each is about four times the diameter of Earth), they are so far away that you need a telescope just to see them. Uranus is almost 1.9 billion miles from Earth and Neptune is more than 2.7 billion miles away.

Whether you consider it to be a planet or not, Pluto will also be in the morning sky this summer. It is almost 3.2 billion miles away and so tiny that only a small amount of sunlight reaches its icy surface to weakly reflect to Earth.

Any questions? Ask us in the comments below!

Previous planet parades.

It’s tough to compete with the Parade of Planets 2022 (which also occurred in the end of June). During this rare sky event all the planets were in the sky at the same time in their exact order: Mercury, Venus, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, and Neptune—even Pluto standing at the end of the arc. In 2023, the most impressive parade of planets was in late March when the Moon passed by Mercury, Jupiter, Venus, Uranus, and Mars. Read more about Parade of Planets 2023.

Dean Regas is an expert astronomer and a renowned author who has written six books, including 100 Things to See in the Night Sky and How to Teach Grown-Ups About Pluto . An astronomer with more than two decades of experience, Dean is a dynamic writer and public speaker who brings the complicated field of astronomy down to Earth for students of all ages. From 2010-2019, he was the co-host of the PBS program Star Gazers. He is a frequent guest on National Public Radio’s Science Friday with Ira Flatow and NPR's Here & Now. He also hosts a popular astronomy podcast called Looking Up with Dean Regas. Learn more about him at www.astrodean.com

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