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Take ownership of your health, says Jess
Jess Hiuggins. PHOTO: Evoke Photography.“Cancer comes in all shapes and sizes it does not discriminate, you are never too young to get cancer.But when faced with your own mortality something changes.
UNITED: Jess Higgins, centre, with her family; husband Dale and children Logan and Skylah.
“You love a little harder, appreciate a littlemore and find that the human spirit is a miraculous tool.”
These are the words on Jess Higgins’ Facebook page Do it for the Girls. Battling a rare breast cancer, she is sharing her story for many reasons.
“I want women to become ‘per-cyst-ant sisters’,” Jess said.
“We need to take our health into our own hands and insist on getting a second or third opinion, even if we fit outside the ‘likely’ age or family history range of cancer.
“If people walk out of a doctor’s surgery and they’re not 100 per cent happy with what they’ve been told about a health problem, then insist on further testing.”
Jess Higgins is 31 years old. She has two childrenagedsix and five, and a loving husband.
In November 2015, Jess and Dale Higgins were married. They built their own home. Since 2014 Jess had been in and out of her doctor’s surgery concerned about a lump in her breast.
“I had a mammogram which came back inconclusive; a fibroid noma was what they called it, a cyst. My doctor said, ‘We’ll just keep our eye on that’,” Jess said.
“I was 28 when I first felt a lump.It did start to get sore. I started to feel it a little bit more. I went back to the doctor and had an ultrasound, which came back inconclusive, most likely a cyst.
“So I walked away thinking:It’s a cyst, it’s all in my imagination that it’s getting worse.
“Then I started to notice the lymph nodes under my arm were sore. I went back to the doctor and he basically said, even though your lymph nodes are up it’s most likely that your body is fighting an infection somewhere in your body.
“I left there thinking, right-o.
“About a year later a red dot started to develop, it looked like a little mozzie bite. About two months later the skin on my breast started to feel a bit different and look a bit different. It felt hot. A rash was spreading.
“Iwent back to the doctor and said, I’ve still got this lump, I’ve got this rash now and my lymph nodes are still sore.
“The doctor said we would do another ultrasound. It looked like an infection.This still came back inconclusive.This had been about two years since the mammogram.
“The doctor said we should try antibiotics and a cream [to treat the rash and infection]. That made no difference. We tried another round of antibiotics.
“By this stage I was getting really frustrated, thinking this was a really softly, softly approach. It had been going on for two years now.
“Eventually I pushed hard enough to get some answers. I insisted on a referral for an MRI [magnetic resonance imaging], a biopsy and a dermatologist.
“The doctor didn’t know what it was. He was trying to treat me and I kept saying could it be this or that, could it be breast cancer?
“He said, no you’re too young to get breast cancer. It’s just a cyst. You’ve had children. Your breasts naturally change.
“With all that in mind, I still insisted on getting answers.The rash had become irritable. It was changing my body.
“He said, go and do your MRI because maybe it’s an infection in your breast and this will show it up.
“I went and had the MRI. I knew straight away there was something wrong.
“The radiologist was nice and speaking to me normally. Then her voice changed and she would say, okay sweetie you’re doing really well. I thought it sounded different.
“She explained to me what the MRI does. They give you an injection of dye and watch how what ever is in you body absorbs it. Ifit absorbs fast it’s something sinister.
“I just knew. It was all happening my mind. I thought, it’s absorbed really quick and she’s talking to me differently now.
“My doctorgot the results, phoned me and asked if I was at home and on my own.
“Dale was at work. He said maybe Dale should be there.I said no, you need to tell me.
“He said, you have a stage zero breast cancer.I was shaking and overwhelmed. I didn’t know what that meant.
“He said stage zero meant it’s a non-invasive type of breast cancer and it would be removed fairly simply. All I heard was I had breast cancer.
“I askedabout therash? He said that had nothing to do with it.
“I rang mum and she came home from work straight away.
“It was a terrible night.I cried most of the night. Dale and my mum were by my side getting kids off to school. Iremember this was the first time I broke down. I screamed and cried into my pillow. Mybabies don’t deserve a life without a mother, how could this be happening to me?
“The next day the doctor phoned and said he did believe the rash had something to do with the cancer and was most likely inflammatory breast cancer.
“I said what’s the difference between that and what you told me I had yesterday?
“He said it’sstage three or four. It was more invasive, I would need more treatment andI’m so sorry, he said.
“Three or four days later I was in Newcastle at the breast and endocrine centre. They found two lumps.The cancerous rash, and the lymph nodes were all involved. We found a hotel for the night, I couldn’t stop thinking it was everywhere, it’s in my brain Ikept telling myself.
“The next week was terrible. My family cried so much but we banded together as we awaited the resultsof the tests.
“The specialist delivered some good news that the cancer hadn’t spread to my brain, the cancer wasconfined to the breast area.
“So that was a good day.
“I knew I was still up against it;I had been diagnosed with an aggressive and rare form of cancer known as inflammatory breast cancer (IBC).
“I saw an oncologist at Port Macquarie and was started on chemotherapy. Based on how that goes the next step will either be radiotherapy or surgery.
“At this stage, I’ve got tworounds to go (of six).
“I believe that if enough of the cancer has gone doctors will do a mastectomy next or, if not, it will be radiotherapy to shrink the cancer, then surgery.
“That’s the clinical story about where I’m at now.”
WHAT YOU CAN DO“I want women to understand that finding breast cancer is not just about finding a lump,” Jess said.
“Even if you’re young and your doctor says it’s a cyst. Even if you’ve had children which does change your breasts. Even if the chances are low that it could be something serious.
“It’s important people listen to their own intuition.
“If you walk out of a doctor’s surgery and you’re one hundred per cent confident in what they say, then that’s great. But if you walk out feeling uncertain, then you should follow that instinct.
“Who’sgoing to take better care of you, than you?”
LIFE CHANGING“It’s been hard. There are times when I’m notfunctioning well and I’m upset a lot,” Jess said.
“I think mentally it’s been extremely hard. Among all the side affects I’m having from chemo, mentally it’s been harder.
“Dale is coping in his own way.
“We’ve had to move out of our home. We’ve moved in with mum and dad. Dale is moving to Canberra for work.
“He works on the roads and moves around, that was our life. He was always going to move for work and come home at weekends and we would stay here. But now, I need care and so do the kids when I can’t care for them.
“Dale still needs to work. The bills have to be paid.
“We were lucky to have mum and dad here and they have a big enough house, it’s pretty full now.”
Jess’ mum Julie Gale has taken a year off from her job at Coles Laurieton, to care for her daughter and grandchildren.
“Some days are more difficult than others,” Jess said.
“Telling your fiveand fouryear old children that you have cancer is something a mother should never have to say. But Iwas open and honest and they handled it well.
“They did get upset when I explained what would happen to me, like, with my hair. My son said, ‘You’ll be a bro like me.’
“Skylah told me I wasn’t to shave my head. She said I had to wait until it all fell out. But I explained that I would have to shave it because it would fall out anyway. Eventually we shaved my head and she had a go and Logan had a go shaving it. Now she says she likes me with no hair and I look better!
“They don’t look at me like I’ve got cancer, they look at me like I’m their mum.
ACTION TIMEJess’ family and friends are organising a fundraising auction to help the Higgins familythrough treatment and beyond. The event will be held at the Kendall Services and Citizen’s Club on March 25 from 2pm.
The date follows her final round of chemotherapy.
Because Jess is under the age of 50, with no family history of breast cancer, much of the treatment she will undergo isn’t covered by Medicare.
“There will be a few treatments coming up where I have to travel, for the surgery and reconstruction. It’s likely my ovaries will be removed too because it’s an oestrogen-driven cancer. I will need hormone replacement therapy.
“There may be some clinical trial treatments because it [IBC]is a rare cancer.I’m trying to source the best treatments, what will save my life.
“At this point in life most 30-year-olds have an amount of debt whenyou’re starting your family life.You don’t expect to get cancer.
“I want the best treatment I can get. You only get one crack at beating this.
“I worry about other young women who are going to get cancer and aren’t able to pay for the best treatments, so they’re not going to have them.
“The MRI I insisted on having, which picked up the cancer, was something we had to pay for. It’s expensive. I worry about women who are going to choose not to have tests to diagnose rare cancers because they can’t afford it.
“They can’t afford to have cancer.”
Jess hopes to donate some of the funds raised on March 25 to a charity for women’s health.
“The event is about raising awareness in our community about this form of breast cancer and educating women about their health.
”There are lots of things we need to do as women to help ourselves. You know your body better than anyone and if you’re concerned about it…do something.
“I feel that it’s becoming more talked about, to make people aware of the various signs and symptoms of breast cancer. It could be dimply skin, an inverted nipple, a hot or heavy breast.
“There have been a few people I’ve spoken to since I was diagnosed, that had been misdiagnosed too. They thought they had mastitis because they had been breast feeding.
“IBC is always stage three or four, never an early stage breast cancer. It’s metastatic which means it spreads to other places in thebody.
“I guess I’m just really, really lucky I caught it just in time.”
Jess said the best way people can help is to come along and enjoy the fundraising auction.
“If any businesses would like to donate to the prizes for the event, that would be great. Or if not they can just come.
“Even if people can’t afford to bid on anything at the auction, just come and get together and have a good time.”
Jess has also started a GoFundMepage with a goal to raise $10,000. Just 14 days in, 100 people have donated and the dollar total is a staggering $15,430 and climbing.
FACTS ABOUT IBCEach year, around 1-2% of the 13,000 women diagnosed with breast cancer will be diagnosed with inflammatory breast cancer. (梧桐夜网canceraustralia.gov419论坛)
Signs of inflammatory breast cancer can develop quickly and may include:
the breast looks red or inflamed or develops a rash – it often looks as if it’s infected or bruisedthe breast becomes swollen and enlarged and may feel heavy or uncomfortablethe breast feels warm and tenderskin on the breast can appear dimpled or pitted, like an orange peel.Some people may also have a lump in their breast or armpit, pain in the breast or nipple, discharge from the nipple or a nipple that turns inwards (inverted nipple).
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Police slam drug-driving car crashes
DANGEROUS: Police are concerned about post-festival driving following crashes on Tuesday. This rollover in Miners Rest is being investigated. Picture: Lachlan Bence.Ballarat’s top cop is calling for major changes at the Rainbow Serpent Music and Arts Festival after a string of illegal activity including drug trafficking, assaults, two reported rapesand a fatality.
A 22-year-old Kensington man was unable to be revived after going into cardiac arrest on Saturday night.
Police drug tested drivers after the festival and recorded more than 30 positive tests as of 2pm Tuesday, equating to one positive driver every six tests.
One drink driver was also recorded.
Superintendent Andrew Allen said Victoria Police had increased its presence at the festival year-on-year in response to the nature and frequency of crime.
“Why is it that we’re expecting to see fatalities at Rainbow Serpent Festival? It’s because there is a huge amount of illicit drug taking going on,” Superintendent Allen said.
Police recorded six countsof combined drug trafficking and possession at theLexton event and also responded to an assault on a police officer.
Four people were evicted from the site over five days.
Superintendent Allen said police believed organised criminals were infiltrating the festival and “preying on vulnerable young people”.
“The community of Beaufort and the Pyrenees Shire have to evaluate whether this is causing harm to the community,”Superintendent Allen said.
“I know there is financial benefit…buthow long can we see this type of behavioursustained?”
Policewill conduct a festival debrief with the event’s organisers as well as representatives from the Pyrenees Shire.
Pyrenees Shire mayor Ron Eason said while he was concerned by the poor behaviour reported by Victoria Police he supported the festival’s continuation and welcomed emergency services’ feedback.
“If we provide a safe festival environment, which I currently believe we do, thenI stand by the festival,” Mr Eason said.
Superintendent Allen said policedid not want to see the festival shut down, but said “there has to be better planning and there has to be better ways of holding these types of events”.
Superintendent Allen declined to comment when asked if police would support adrug checking trial.
Rainbow Serpent organisers declined to comment.
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Weddin Whispers Bulletin
WEDDING BELLS: Simon, only son of David and Anne Hill, and Hope, only if daughter of Darcy and Maree Irving of Canberra, were married on Saturday, December 3 at “Ravensthorpe” on the south coast (Albion Park) witnessed by family and friends who travelled from Grenfell, Canberra, Sydney, North Queensland and his sister Elyse jetted in from the UK for the special day.Simon’s best man was Karl Makin of Grenfell. Simon’s grandfather Dave Hill was Karl’s grandfather Max Makin’s best man 60 years ago.Highlight of the night was Simon’s three sisters, Kristen, Laura and Elyse, being MC’s.Simon and Hope are planning a delayed overseas honeymoon.
FAST4 TENNIS: Dominique Mitton, daughter of former residents Andrew and Fran of Bathurst, together with Jacob Bicanic, made the cut to become two of the few ball kids selected to take part in the Fast4 Tennis recently.
The shortened format – Fast4 featured some of the world’s best players in action.Neither Dominique or Jacob are strangers to tennis’ big stage in a ball kid role with Jacob having Australian Open and Dominique having Davis Cup experience but the Fast4 party atmosphere became another fun event to add to their list.Dominique’s father Andrew who runs Bathurst Tennis Centre said it is an experience to savour for the pair. “The experience of being on the court with the players is great for them. They have got the best seats in the house.”
He said “It is great for them because even though they are volunteers they get looked after every day. Of the 170 kids who tried out they were part of the last twelve chosen.”Dominique’s proud grandmother is Judy Mitton of ‘Tabor’ Grenfell.
Please see photo in Tennis news on Page 11.
OBE: Geoff Gravenmaker celebrated his OBE “Over Bloomin’ 80’ birthday on January 25.Geoff was pleasantly surprised when his daughter Pam Mitton travelled all the way from Urunga for his special day.Pam cooked Geoff a beautiful birthday cake and with BevWilliams took him to dinner at Fettlers.
Geoff had been to Canberra earlier to celebrate with his other daughter Karen.
FAMILY GET-
TOGETHER: Last weekend the Hampton family enjoyed a family get-together in Grenfell. Betty Hampton and her partner Arthur from the Central Coast and her sons Murray from Mareeba near Cairns and Allan from Sydney visited the boys’ father George.
George’s sisters Joan McSpadden and Shirley Hazelgrove from Young met at Fettlers Restaurant for dinner.
Shirley’s husband Barry, Joan’s daughters Jenny and her husband Ian Armstrong were in attendance.
Murray’s son Ben who was born February 29 1992 is an Australian professional rugby league footballer who currently plays for the North Queensland Cowboys
Ben, who was born in Wagga, grew up in Temora where he played junior league for the Temora Dragons. When his family moved to Mareeba in North Queensland, played his junior football for the Mareeba Gladiators. Ben made his NRL debut with Melbourne Storm in Round 15 of the 2013 NRL season against the Gold Coast Titans, where he scored the Storm’s two tries.
Murray was known for his musical prowess growing up in Grenfell and by the way, he still enjoys playing.
VISITING FROM QUEENSLAND: Dion Troy and his son Jakub from Flaxton on the Sunshine Coast in Queensland were in town last weekend.
Dion and Jakub had a great time catching up with their mother and grand-mother Julie Wood and Col and enjoyed and evening out to dinner on Friday.
VALE VICTOR LAMKIN: Residents are saddened to learn of the passing of former resident and local farmer Victor Lamkin.Victor, who moved to Nowra some time ago, passed away on Saturday, January 28, aged 94 years.
Victor and his wife Audrey (nee Simpson) had two daughters; Mandy and Annabelle (Lavender) and is the brother of Ron Lamkin.The Lamkins will be remembered as owning the property “Cartreff” on the Forbes Rd.
Sympathy is extended to the families.
(L-R) Murray, George, Betty and Allan Hampton.
Simon Hill and Hope Irving on their wedding day with David and Anne Hill. (Contributed)
Geoff Gravenmaker celebrated his 80th birthday with his daughter Pam Mitton.
Julie Wood with her grandson Jakub (L) and her son Dion when they were visiting from Queensland.
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Dalmeny IGA helps out Moruya Hospital with jaundice detector
Metcash Food & Grocery Area Manager Don Targett, SUPA IGA Moruya’s Dave Dove, IGA Dalmeny’s Ian Stephens, Moruya District Hospital’s Nurse Unit Manager Claudia Stevenson and SUPA IGA Moruya’s Yvette Woods. The Humpty Dumpty Foundation and Dalmeny IGA are making asignificant difference to the lives of Eurobodalla children bypurchasing a piece of vital medical equipment.
Local IGA retailers recently presented Moruya District Hospital’s nurse unit manager Claudia Stevenson with a jaundice detector valued at $4780 for the Maternity Unit.
To acknowledge the contribution to Moruya District Hospital, IGA in turn waspresented with a Humpty Dumpty Foundation thank-you plaque.
All babies are checked for jaundice, or yellowing of the skin,on a daily basis.This jaundice detector is used to help clinicians determine the jaundice levels through the skin without harming the baby. If jaundice is left untreated there is a possibility of cerebral palsy, deafness and/or brain damage.
“This piece of equipment is one of 11 donations IGA retailers across New South Wales and ACT are making to provide much needed equipment to hospitals to the value of $150,000,” said IGA Dalmeny owner Ian Stephens.
“IGA retailers and their teams have been involved with many schools, sporting and community organisations in the Moruya area over many years and we are proud to make this contribution to the local Moruya District Hospital.
“It is great to have access to this state-of-the-art equipment locally and we hope that it can assist many babies and their families if, and when they need it.”
Paul Francis OAM, Humpty Dumpty Foundation founder and executive chairman, said IGA’s support of the Humpty Dumpty Foundation and the local community in which they operate was immeasurable.
“Their support to families in Moruya and surrounding areas means children have access to medical equipment that is very much needed by the medical staff and, most of all, it is life-saving,” he said.“I applaud this contribution to Moruya District Hospital as it demonstrates IGA’s commitment to the wider community.”
The Humpty Dumpty Foundation hasnow raised over $55 million and continuing to make asignificant impact on the lives of sick and injured children at children’s hospitals and health service centres in every state of Australia. It was established over 26 years ago by Mr Francis.
The Humpty Dumpty Foundation has enjoyed long-time support from its patron, television journalist Ray Martin AM, Olympian Jane Flemming OAM – Ambassador/Board Member and Wallaby great Phil Kearns, Ambassador and Founder of the Humpty Dumpty Balmoral Burn.
Through annual fund-raising initiatives including the Good Egg lunch, Balmoral Burn and the Great Humpty Ball along with the support of generous individual and corporate donors, in 2016 the Humpty Dumpty Foundation delivered over 500 pieces of medical equipment to hospitals across Australia.
One of the Humpty Dumpty Foundation’s breakthrough fundraising methods was the creation of Humpty’s Wish List in 2001. Each piece of essential medical equipment that appears on the regularly updated Wish List has been requested specifically by the hospital to meet an immediate need.
The medical equipment requested is stringently assessed by the Humpty Dumpty Foundation’s medical sub-committee made up of senior medical administrators and clinical specialists, before it is added to Humpty’s Wish List.
The Humpty Dumpty Foundation also provides funding for numerous special projects including a part-time Nurse Educator for training in emergency paediatrics, a part-time Bio Mechanical Engineer and weekly visits by the “Clown Doctors” and the magical Happy Gardens (which encourage and promote healing).
To date, 297 hospitals across the nation have benefited from the life-saving medical equipment received specifically to care for children and babies provided by the Humpty Dumpty Foundation and its amazing “Good Egg” supporters.
Locals, community and business organisations interested in supporting the Humpty Dumpty Foundation and their local hospital by donating a piece of medical equipment or by making a donation can view the wish-list at梧桐夜网humpty南京夜网419论坛or contact the Humpty Dumpty Foundation on02 9419 2410.
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Warm Shire welcome
NEW FACES: Mayor Liz Innes, acting general manager Lindsay Usher and shire councillors with Eurobodalla’s newest citizens on Australia Day.Australia Day had special significance for 10 Eurobodalla residents who took the pledge to become some of the nation’s newest citizens, but for some, the event was a long time coming.
Malua Bay’s Vivien Clare Thornett took the plunge to become an Australian citizen at the shire’s citizenship ceremony in Moruya on January 26 after a half-century wait.
After moving to Australia from across the Tasman at age 20, Vivien spent 50 years juggling her British, Kiwi and Aussie ties.
But the long wait came to become a citizen came to an end last week.
The self-described “cuckoo” said she had finally found her nest.
“Every Australia Day I thought I should be doing it and I never got round to it,” Vivien said.
“I really should have done it sooner because I married into a family where I really should be Australian.
“My husband, John Thornett, was the captain of the Australian Wallabies for many years.”
Although an British citizen for much of her life, the former nurse pledged her allegiance to the green and gold on the sporting field long ago.
“When I first met Johnand we decided to get married,we were playing the Bledisloe Cup and I said because I wasgoing to marry him, I wouldcall for Australia for then on,” Vivien said.
The 70-year-old former nurse said it took a bit of persuading from her golf mentor and close friend Brian McIntosh to follow through with her citizenship application.
“I always wanted to take the step. I just never got round to doing it but Brian was the one who kept pushing me,” she said.
After receiving her certificate, Vivien said she finally felt at home.
“Now I can actually say I belong somewhere, which is a great feeling,” she said.
Vivien was joined by residents from the United States, India, Hungary, the Philippines, England, Norway and Italy at theceremony in Moruya.
Mayor Liz Innes officiated the event andencouraged the Eurobodalla to “look to a future in which we freely celebrate what we love about our home and our country.”
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And the Role of Wonder Woman will be played by...
'Fast and Furious' actress Gal Gadot cast as
Wonder Woman in 'Batman vs. Superman'
Gal Gadot, who played a supporting role in "Fast and Furious 6," has been cast as Wonder Woman in Warner Bros. upcoming untitled sequel to "Man of Steel."
Director Zack Snyder stated: "Wonder Woman is arguably one of the most powerful female characters of all time and a fan favorite in the DC Universe. Not only is Gal an amazing actress, but she also has that magical quality that makes her perfect for the role. We look forward to audiences discovering Gal in the first feature film incarnation of this beloved character."
Gadot was named Miss Israel in 2004 and competed in the Miss Universe pageant that year at age 19. She got her acting start in Israeli TV in 2007, but her break came in 2009, when she beat out six other actresses for the role of Gisele Harrabo in Universal's "Fast & Furious."
"Batman vs. Superman" -- just a working title, mind you, but it could wind up being official — is set for July 2015. The film is considered a sequel to "Man of Steel," though not Christopher Nolan's "Dark Knight" trilogy, hence Ben Affleck in the Batman role.
Labels: comics, dc, live-action, movie, wonder woman
Anthony December 7, 2013 at 1:39 PM
Not sure how this will turn out, nor with any live action version of Wonder Woman, but I'm ok with this choice. :)
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Art in India still sorely lacks the awareness, appreciation and support that it receives internationally. Inconsistent governmental support and a lack of pro-art public policy, a dearth of quality galleries, museums and public art spaces, and only a handful of accessible art education institutions create a dynamic where art is largely misunderstood or ignored by the public. While the last decade has seen some positive development on this front, we are still a ways away from meaningfully bringing art to the masses and creating a society that is aware of, and takes pride in, the art and artists of their country.
Art Bengaluru’s aim has always been to aid in the Bangalorean front of that fight by bringing a selection of works from a diverse set of artists to UB City – a large public space in the heart of Bangalore. For 10 days, anyone can enter the festival for free and view over a hundred works of art across a diverse spectrum of mediums and styles, displayed with museum-class display infrastructure; thus, bringing a much needed injection of art to the city, and the wonderfully disarming onslaught of emotion, insight, perspective and reflection that is unique to an enriching art experience.
The 2018 edition of Art Bengaluru brings together 17 Indian artists across 24 exhibits to UB City. The festival begins at the foyer with two stainless steel sculpture exhibits by pre-eminent artist Balan Nambiar. A master with over 60 years of experience, Mr. Nambiar’s forms dance elegantly between symmetry and asymmetry, and are often inspired by childhood memories and symbols associated with the ritual arts. He will also be showcasing a body of jewellery enameled paintings that have never been exhibited previously and a selection of mild steel sculptures on the ground floor and piazza respectively. Gurudas Shenoy’s natural and urban semi-abstract canvases appear next – with an extensive collection at Sublime Galleria on the 8th floor as well. Kavita Jaiswal subsequently contemplates existentialism and perception through abstraction via mixed media works on canvas across two exhibits at the luxury corridor entrance. Moving inwards, Vipta Kapadia’s ephemeral abstractions in oils juxtapose Chandan Bhowmick’s vivid terrestrial abstractions in acrylic opposite Louis Vuitton and Burberry. This section transitions into the next with large linear hillscapes in pen and ink on paper from 1986 by D Venkatapathy – the senior most living founder member of the Cholamandal Artist Village and an important member of the Madras Art Movement.
Coming back around to the grand staircase, symmetry replaces fluidity while paper and wood replace paint and ink with 3 exhibits featuring works by Yuvan Bothysathavur, S Ravi Shankar and Ganesh Selvaraj. Though stylistically unique, these exhibits are tethered by strict geometrical forms employed by the artists; from the perspective-altering curves and lines of Yuvan’s work on plywood, to Ravi Shankar’s architectural laser-cut paper sculpture that transform in different angles of light, and Ganesh’s intense assemblages of magazine paper on board.
The first floor features photography and photo media by Devangana Kumar and Rohaan Sulaiman. Devangana’s large format digital recreations of mid-nineteenth century postcards based on Indian servants under British employ strive to reinstate the identities of those commodified subjects and critique the culture of direct and indirect servitude still present in post-colonial Indian society. Rohaan’s documentation of Naga tribes and wildlife explore themes of migration, adaptation to rapidly evolving habitats and preservation of tradition.
The centrally located exhibits of the 2nd floor showcase works by Parvathi Nayar, Romicon Revola, Ashu Gupta and Saju Kunhan. Parvathi’s exhibit explores water in its simultaneous ubiquity and scarcity, portrayed through the entire spectrum of perspective – from bird’s eye to microscopic. Romicon showcases two video projects and a central sculpture: the former meditates on a single drop of water and the latter engages with the phenomenon of the urban sprawl, while the sculpture attempts to address them both. Ashu, the festival’s youngest artist, attempts to reconcile her despair about Bangalore’s lost trees through a series of pen and ink drawings on canvas. The bridge features the largest work of the festival: a 30’ by 8’ oil on canvas by Saju Kunhan that, despite being created in 2011, has never been previously exhibited due to a lack of a large enough exhibition space. Inspired by Saju’s first experience of a “mega city” – Mumbai – the detail and scale of the work is mesmerising and should not be missed.
The festival’s final exhibits feature semi-abstract photography by Ashish Dubey and Pallon Daruwala. Ashish’s works disarmingly capture natural abstractions and, on first viewing, more closely resemble a Kandinsky than the documentation of dying wetlands that the works actually represent. One of the city’s most acclaimed photographers, Pallon’s exhibit features a selection of works from the new edition of his Vertical Horizon series, which aptly titled, capture a diverse series of subjects and settings from perspectives that are as thought provoking and disorienting as they are captivating.
We thank all our artists and partners for agreeing to embark on this journey with us and look forward to welcoming you to Art Bengaluru 2018.
– Abhishek Naidu, Curator
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Arts Award is a range of unique qualifications that inspire children and young people from 5 up to 25 to get involved in art in all its forms from dance, drama and music to fine art, sculpture and digital art. It develops creative, rounded learners who can use their skills across the curriculum and take these skills into the wider world.
Why do Arts Award?
There are no entry requirements for Arts Award, no time limit for completing the award, and no set rules on how to present final work.
Through Arts Award children and young people gain a nationally recognised qualification enabling them to progress into further education and employment.
Arts Award has five levels, four of which (Explore, Bronze, Silver, Gold) are recognised as Entry Level 3 and Levels 1, 2 and 3 on the Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF). Arts Award Discover is an introductory level. So there are levels to cover all age ranges, talents and skill-sets.
Find out more about Arts Award if you are a:
Youth and Community organisation
Arts and Cultural organisations
Museums and Heritage
Key impacts of Arts Award on young people
Life skills- through completing an Arts Award young people develop key transferable skills such as increased confidence, leadership and organisational skills.
Accreditation- Arts Award is a respected and universal qualification.
Arts Choices- Arts Award encourages young people to explore a range of art forms and ideas.
Entrepreneurial skills- Arts Award encourages independent learning, communication and networking skills.
Creativity for life- Arts Award provides a window into the cultural sector helping children and young people to develop an understanding of future employment possibilities in the creative industries.
How does Arts Award support young people’s learning?
By completing an Arts Award programme young people are given the opportunity to:
Reflect on and shape their learning.
Develop their leadership and peer mentoring skills.
Work collaboratively.
Undertake personalised and independent learning.
Apply their learning.
Gain accreditation.
Develop an understanding of portfolio assessment.
Research and explore diverse sources.
Learn outside the classroom.
Develop non-art skills.
How do we support Arts Award?
We offer a range of support to professionals who work with young people – we can give you more information on Arts Award and how you can become an Adviser or we can help you develop your offer if you are already trained.
We also offer financial support to schools and organisations who are interested in starting Arts Award in their settings or progressing beyond offering one level of Arts Award.
Become an Arts Award adviser
Arts Award advisers are key to the success of Arts Award. An Adviser is a trained adult who supports young people in gaining arts experiences, provides guidance and assesses arts logs and portfolios. Teachers, teaching assistants, museum learning staff, art practitioners, youth workers and volunteers can all train as advisers. For more information about Arts Award training click here.
Become an Arts Award centre
Your education, arts or cultural setting can become an Arts Award centre for young people to use as a base to complete their award. To become a centre you will need at least one trained Arts Award adviser. Becoming an Arts Award centre is a great way to-
Strengthen links with young people, schools, arts practitioners and youth groups.
Gives cause for partnership working.
Build and promote your offer arts and cultural to young people.
Kick-starts and enriches new arts programmes.
Develop your existing work with young people through the Arts Award framework.
To find out more about becoming an Arts Award centre click here.
Financial support from Arts Connect
Through our support scheme, we want to extend the reach and delivery of Arts Award within the West Midlands and we offer an investment of £500 (plus training fees for those on the Start-Up strand) towards new Arts Award activity.
We offer two different investment opportunities for Arts Award programmes:
Investment for Arts Award Start-up Programme
This is for schools and organisations working with young people in the West Midlands who are not currently offering Arts Award but would like to introduce it.
Investment for Arts Award Progression Programme
This is for schools and organisations working with young people in the West Midlands who are already delivering Arts Award but would like to include additional levels.
Further details of our Investment programmes are here
Key investment applications dates 2019
Application Opening date and Application closing date
Round 1- 8 April 2019- 8 July 2019
Round 2- 9 September 2019 –18 November 2019
Details of the programme are here.
Download the application forms for each round:
• Round 1 – Start-up and Progression
Please contact Rebecca Thompson, Arts Award Manager, if you need further information or details.
For more information about Arts Award go here.
Adviser Training – how to & cost
Training dates in the West Midlands
Advisers and Arts Award achievers’ stories
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In March 2019, the Orange County Board of Education (OCBOE) voted 3-2 to approve a county-authorized charter school, International School for Science and Culture (ISSAC), that will operate within the Newport-Mesa Unified School District (NMUSD) boundaries for the 2019-20 school year.
The NMUSD Board of Education denied this charter school for numerous reasons. A full explanation of denial can be found in the Resolution Denying the Charter Petition for ISSAC.
As a county-authorized charter, the OCBOE has oversight responsibilities for the charter school although it is primarily funded by NMUSD and our taxpayers.
Pursuant to Education Code Section 47614 (commonly referred to as “Prop 39”), ISSAC submitted a request to use NMUSD facilities. The District processed the request, and ultimately determined that ISSAC was not entitled to District facilities pursuant to the Prop 39 standards and requirements. ISSAC disagreed and continued to pursue District facilities. In order to resolve the dispute and avoid the costs of litigation, the District and ISSAC negotiated an agreement, in lieu of Prop 39, for ISSAC to occupy a portion of the District’s Harper Assessment Center site for the 2019-20 school year. This agreement was approved by the NMUSD Board of Education on June 14, 2019.
As a reminder, the ISSAC charter school is NOT a school or program of NMUSD. It is important to know that students enrolled in this charter school will no longer be students of NMUSD or their current elementary school and those children will not be eligible for support services, resources or any programs offered by NMUSD. We urge you to consider all aspects of a school in order to make the best decision for your child and family. To assist your consideration, we have provided a few examples of the differences between NMUSD schools and the new charter school in the link below. While this information does not go into great detail, nor does it cover all aspects of NMUSD schools or the county-authorized charter, it can be used as a starting point to guide your research and decision-making process.
Program Comparison Chart - English
Program Comparison Chart - Spanish
Please be advised that the ISSAC charter school is NOT a school or program of the Newport-Mesa Unified School District (NMUSD). In March 2019, the Orange County Board of Education (OCBOE) voted 3-2 to approve a county-authorized charter school that will operate within the NMUSD boundaries for the 2019-20 school year.
The NMUSD Board of Education denied this new charter school for numerous reasons. A full explanation of denial can be found in the Resolution Denying the Charter Petition for ISSAC. As a county-authorized charter, the OCBOE has oversight responsibilities for the charter school although it is primarily funded by NMUSD and our taxpayers.
It is important to know that students enrolled in this charter school will no longer be students of NMUSD or their current elementary school and those children will not be eligible for support services, resources or any programs offered by NMUSD. We urge you to consider all aspects of a school in order to make the best decision for your child and family. To assist your consideration, we have provided a few examples of the differences between NMUSD schools and the new charter school. While this information does not go into great detail, nor does it cover all aspects of NMUSD schools or the county-authorized charter, it can be used as a starting point to guide your research and decision-making process.
Dr. Frederick Navarro
Program Comparison Letter - Spanish
Correspondence to OCBOE outlining our continuing objections -Spanish
NMUSD Board’s resolution denying ISSAC’s charter - Spanish
Last week we communicated with you about a request for approval of the International School for Science and Culture (ISSAC) charter school that was seeking to locate within our school district boundaries.
Despite opposition to the charter by a broad spectrum of speakers and audience members, including parents, community members, union leaders, district administrators, and Board members - and without resolving the concerns with the charter - the Orange County Board of Education (OCBOE) voted 3-2 to approve ISSAC at its March 6 meeting.
We are extremely disappointed in the OCBOE’s decision to approve the Newport-Mesa taxpayer-funded charter, despite the many deficiencies that were identified by NMUSD and the Orange County Department of Education staff.
As public education leaders, we are stewards of high-quality education for all students in the district and we work diligently to protect taxpayer dollars. Newport-Mesa Unified School District (NMUSD) Board of Education previously voted unanimously against the charter, due to major flaws and deficiencies we believe remain in the OCBOE-approved petition. Our concerns include an unsound educational plan and an unsustainable financial plan. We reiterated these concerns to the OCBOE, in writing and during the meeting, before the OCBOE approved ISAAC.
ISSAC does not have a location for its school, but it intends to begin operations in the 2019-2020 school year.
We urge our school community to make informed decisions regarding our children’s education. We encourage you to familiarize yourself with NMUSD’s concerns about this charter school. To facilitate that review, you can view the NMUSD Board’s resolution denying ISSAC’s charter and our correspondence to OCBOE outlining our continuing objections. NMUSD will continue to maintain quality education for all of our students and at all of our district schools. As always, we appreciate your support.
Dr. Fred Navarro
To the Newport-Mesa Educational Community,
A controversial issue is being discussed at the March 6 meeting of the Orange County Board of Education (OCBOE) that will negatively impact everyone in the Newport-Mesa Unified School District (NMUSD). As a member of the NMUSD educational community you need to know that we are working diligently to expose and stop this misguided effort.
Last September, a questionable petition was presented to the NMUSD Board of Education seeking to create a taxpayer funded charter school called the International School for Science and Culture (ISSAC). After careful review against the legal standards, our trustees could not in good conscience approve the petition. NMUSD unanimously voted it down.
In a 16-page resolution of denial, we provided a detailed critique pointing out the major flaws and deficiencies in the petition. Its financial plan was unsustainable and its educational plan was unsound. Sure, it had a fancy name, but it couldn’t be backed up with anything but vague promises. The petition sought to use taxpayer funds taken from our community as “venture capital” in a highly speculative, flawed proposition.
Resolution of Denial – Denying the Charter Petition for International School for Science and Culture
This charter school is a bad idea that keeps coming back
This was not a new petition, but a repackaging of the failed Adrian Hands Academy Charter application that had been previously denied three times by a neighboring school district. Just like Adrian Hands, the ISSAC charter was riddled with errors, false assumptions, inaccurate data, and faulty projections. Furthermore, the so-called Spanish translated version was so rife with translation errors as to be rendered meaningless.
The Charter school simply could not substantiate its business or educational plans. Our findings pointed out essential defects that the charter needed to correct, if possible. They could have done their homework and resubmitted a revised petition, but instead they went over our heads and submitted it to the county in a deliberate choice to end-run local control and seek a more favorable “pro-charter” audience with the OCBOE. It is significant to note that the state charter advocacy organization has been ramping up its participation in local elections to build an infrastructure of pro-charter elected officials in Orange County and across the state.
OCBOE appears to have made up its mind despite the facts
It is up to elected trustees of local district and county boards of education to be prudent stewards of public funds. At the same time they have to protect the educational needs and interests of all students and their families. In this situation, the NMUSD Board has fulfilled that mandate. We can only hope that the OCBOE will do the same.
The most recent OCBOE meeting was frustrating, troubling, and disrespectful. A positive decision appeared to be pre-ordained despite the fact that OCDE staff found many of the same defects as had NMUSD. The OCBOE so limited the public comment period that our parents who had genuine concerns that needed to be heard were not allowed an opportunity to speak. It is telling that in all of the five public meetings to date on this charter, only parents of two potential students have expressed interest in this proposed school.
Our parents don’t want this charter! In fact, many vehemently oppose it. The final approval was put off by OCBOE at the last minute to allow the charter petitioners to attempt to fix the charter. It is coming back to the OCBOE for final action on March 6.
What’s at stake?
The ISSAC charter wants to strip millions of dollars from the Newport-Mesa tax base to pay for their start-up. This is a lot of money that would otherwise be spent on valuable NMUSD programs and services to students. It would be unfortunate for these funds to instead be diverted to finance an unsound educational program. The defects in the proposal also put at risk the educational opportunities that would be afforded to students who enroll at the charter school.
First, read up on ISSAC so you can get past the rhetoric and promises and see it for what it is . . . an unsound educational proposal.
Second, email the members of the Orange County Board of Education to express your concern about their support of ISSAC.
Third, come to the March 6 meeting to tell county decision makers in person that you don’t want an inferior charter school trying to market itself as a quality alternative to our excellent public schools.
Parental choice and educational options that enable students to find their best pathway to success are important values we support in Newport-Mesa. This charter petition is not a quality choice for parents and students.
We appreciate your continuing support. We know you have high expectations for your students and our schools. We strive every day to deliver an excellent educational experience for every child.
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A sweet-seller from Skye has created the ultimate HebCelt delicacy – a stick of rock that says HebCelt right the way through!
Inga Bonk of Inga’s Sweet Treats has been a long-time fan of Hebridean Celtic Festival, attending every year from her home in Skye and this year selling her sweet treats not just at the Town Hall craft market but from her stall at the festival arena itself.
She hatched the idea of trying a HebCelt rock after testing Isle of Skye rock at her shop in Wentworth Street in Portree. The blue and yellow stripes of the HebCelt tent were her next inspiration, and the only possible place to get the rock made was immediately obvious – Blackpool!
Review of fishermen's training
A review of all fishermen's training and certificate regulations is being carried out.
The Maritime & Coastguard Agency are aiming to update and modernise the training and examination system for fishermen.
Two accidents on A87 (Updated)
Two road traffic accidents have taken place today (Saturday 13 July.)
A collision took place at the A87 near Sconser earlier today.
The road was initially closed in both directions, but has now been reopened.
RNLI drives appeal to firms
Fundraisers Belinda and James Richardson are seeking help from companies, individuals, groups or families to sponsor them £238 to visit each of the 46 SCOTTISH RNLI Lifeboat Stations for this year’s RNLI-911 Challenge in Scotland.
Portree and Kyle of Lochalsh stations are still needing sponsorship.
"Each year for the next sixyears we will be setting ourselves a different RNLI-911 Challenge with the aim of raising awareness and funds for the RNLI.
No food while inn changes hands
The oldest inn on Skye will stop serving food for two days while it changes hands.
Stein Inn will not be serving food tomorrow (Wednesday 10 July) and Thursday 11 July.
Mowi announce relocation plan for inshore farm sites
Two salmon farm sites are set to be relocated.
Salmon farming company, Mowi, has identified Loch Ewe and Loch Duich as candidates for relocation.
The company have cited the enclosed nature of the sea lochs where the farms are situated and the sites’ proximity to sensitive wild salmonid habitats.
Coastguard search at Storr
A search was carried out for a missing person at the Old Man of Storr in the early hours of Sunday 7 July.
Multiple Coastguard Rescue Teams, including Portree, Dunvegan, Kyle and Fort William, attended the scene following a call out late on Saturday night.
Finlay Wild wins Hill Race
Finlay Wild won the Glamaig Hill Race on Saturday 6 July, with a time of 46 minutes 45.8 seconds.
The Lochaber Athletic Club members was followed by Andrew Gilmore from Highland Hill Runners, who claimed second place with a time of 55 minutes and 7.3 second.
Expansion for local chocolate firm
A young west coast firm is embarking on a £64,000 expansion to increase its productivity and employ more people.
Chocolates of Glensheil Limited was established in 2018 by local teenager, Finlay MacDonald. The company is based in Ratagan on the shores of Loch Duich in Lochalsh.
It has secured a £32,000 investment from Highlands and Islands Enterprise (HIE) towards the cost of the expansion project, which includes upgrading its premises and installing larger scale equipment.
Hospital plans take a step forward
Plans for the new hospital in Broadford took a step forward this week.
NHS Highland Board signed a £40 million contract with North Scotland Ltd to design and build the community hospital, along with one in Aviemore.
Construction of the Broadford hospital is due to start mid-August, with the completion date scheduled for spring 2021.
Funding for Dunvegan Primary improvements
Dunvegan Primary School is one of three Highland schools to receive Scottish Government funding.
A capital allocation for the Early Learning and Childcare (ELC) expansion programme promises to make significant improvements to the school.
Highland Council plans to demolish some of the poor quality building in Dunvegan. They also hope to invest in a new build for nursery, kitchen, dining, games hall and ancillary accommodation.
UHI leads world-plea on micro-plastics risk
The University of the Highlands and Islands is leading 30 island universities from across the world in an open letter to the United Nations, European Union, Scottish Government and the UK Government.
The letter calls for urgent action on the threats posed to the world’s islands, in particular, by micro plastics in our oceans.
Four from Skye complete epic charity cycle
Four Scottish Water employees from Skye have raised £6,000 for charities following a 500-mile cycle ride.
Along with eight of their Scottish Water colleagues, James MacInnes from Ardvasar, Graeme Finnie from Kyleakin, John Stoddart from Torrin and Garry Noakes from Tarskavaig cycled to Glastonbury Festival to join WaterAid’s loo crew and raise money and awareness of those living without clean water and decent toilets.
Also along for the ride were Lorna and Brian Barbour from Fort William, Robert White from Ullapool, Jim Wiseman from Elgin and Angus MacKinnon, Brian Ross, Grant Cassie and Mark Burton all from Inverness.
71-year-old rescued at Fairy Pools
A 71-year-old man injured his ankle at the Fairy Pools yesterday (Wednesday 3 July.)
Skye Mountain Rescue Team attended the scene to assist the man.
New measures to improve fishing safety
£1 million of Government funding is to be spent on free training and new life vests for those in the fishing industry.
Maritime Minister Nusrat Ghani announced during a meeting with safety experts and coastal MPs that an additional £700,000 will be provided to give more fishermen potentially lifesaving training.
This is on top of an existing £250,000 pot, which is matched by the European Maritime and Fisheries Fund.
Police appeal after car theft
Two Audis have been stolen from a car dealership in Inverness.
The vehicles are described as two Audi S-Line black editions - one a grey A6 estate, registration ST13 KBO, and the other an A5 in silver, registration SQ11 DKU.
The cars were stolen from Top Car on Harbour Road sometime overnight between Tuesday, July 2 and 2.10am on Wednesday, July 3.
Police are appealing for information following the thefts, and have asked people further afield than Inverness to look out for the vehicles.
Speed survey at Sconser ferry junction
A speed survey is being carried out at the Sconser ferry junction.
In response to growing local concerns over road safety, Kate Forbes MSP wrote to Transport Scotland earlier this year to ask them to conduct a speed survey on what is presently a 60mph limit.
The latest available figures, from March 2013 to March 2018, record no personal injury accidents 250 metres either side of the junction for the ferry, but it is understood there have been numerous near misses caused by sharp braking.
CalMac introduce new mobile team
CalMac have a new mobile maintenance team, ready to assist in keeping the vessels operational.
The engineers and hydraulic specialists have been given campervans to help them travel to where they are needed on CalMac's west coast network.
Police appeal for help to find missing man
A missing person from the Swansea area could be camping in Skye, according to information passed to the police.
57-year-old Andrew Mills was reported missing on 5 June and police are becoming increasingly concerned for his welfare.
Police issue telephone scam warning
Local police have issued a scam warning.
The warning comes after a local bank advised the police of a telephone scam.
Six extra beds for Portree Hospital
Six extra beds are now available in Portree Hospital.
The hospital now has a total of 12 beds available, with two already occupied by patients.
The extra beds were added following the Ritchie Report, made by Sir Lewis Ritchie and a long campaign for improved health services.
Busy weekend for MRT
Skye Mountain Rescue received a call out over the weekend for a fallen walker in the Cuillins.
The call out was one of three separate incidents for the Mountain Rescue Team over the weekend.
Weekend of road policing activity in Skye & Lochalsh
A 22-year-old man will be reported after a car was detected travelling at 64mph in a 40mph limit on the A87 at Inverinate.
This incident is one of 16 speeding offences detected after a dedicated weekend of activity in the Skye and Lochalsh area from road policing officers.
Roadworks for Bernisdale straight
Road improvements are planned for the A850 Bernisdale straight.
A Highland Council spokesperson told Skye Times Online: "The Highland Council is carrying out road repair works centre on the Bernisdale A850 straight which involve planing and hot tar surfacing patches of the road predominantly on the north (Dunvegan-bound) lane.
Portree centre sees free Wi-Fi roll-out
Portree is one of the latest Highland towns to have free WiFi.
The WiFi can be accessed in the centre of the town, thanks to a project led by the Highland Council.
Named “High-Fi”, the free Wi-Fi is aimed at stimulating economic growth and will increase digital inclusion across the Highlands. Easy access to digital connectivity is seen as essential if the Highland region is to be innovative and keep its competitive place in the tourism market.
Allied to this, WiFi also offers the opportunity to gather data to support tourism and the creation of a wireless infrastructure in a town centre allows smart traffic management technology to be utilised.
Public to have their say on Uig developments
A draft Uig Development Brief has been launched by Highland Council.
The consultation period will run for 8 weeks from now until 21 September 2018.
The Brief aims to provide a framework for physical development and transformation of the Uig Harbour area. £30 million is expected to be invested by Transport Scotland in the Skye Triangle ferry service. Improvements are expected to include a new ferry vessel and major upgrade of Uig Harbour.
Once approved in its final form, the Brief will provide a detailed planning policy framework which the Council will use to inform its decisions on any future planning applications.
Chair of the Isle of Skye and Raasay Area Committee, Cllr John Gordon said: "I’m pleased to see the development brief progress to the consultation stage as it will give the local community, businesses and other stakeholders an opportunity to influence the plan which will shape the future of the area for many years to come.
Mills & Boon commission Skye story
"A Scandalous Liaison on Skye" - if it sounds like the title of a Mills & Boon, that's because it is.
Mills & Boon have commissioned the story after Skye's Fairy Pools topped a list of the UK's most romantic places.
Mills & Boon say the list pf the UK's 10 Most Romantic Places was formed with the help of a panel of travel experts and a survey of 2,000 people. Ten stories have been commissioned to celebrate each location.
Marguerite Kaye penned the Skye story, which features rugged Highlander, Rory MacDonald, and the magical backdrop of the Fairy Pools. The area forms the setting for a “secret trysting place where love blooms amid the magical combination of rocks, tumbling water and heather.”
Kate Forbes MSP set for summer constituency tour
Kate Forbes, the constituency MSP for Skye, Raasay and Lochalsh, will host 14 surgeries next week over six days as she enters into the second week of her summer constituency tour.
Ms Forbes will visit both of Skye’s hospitals, meet with the island’s four local councillors to discuss school and roads infrastructure, and see how work has progressed on tourism infrastructure projects. She will also attend the community celebration event at the Fairy Pools, marking the acquisition of the 12.3 ha from Forest Enterprise Scotland.
Kate Forbes MSP said: “It’s a packed week in Skye, Raasay and Lochalsh, as I meet local people and discuss the issues that matter.
“I am keen to hear about people’s concerns, as that’s my primary job, but also to celebrate progress that’s been made since last summer.
Minginish Community celebrate land acquisition
The Minginish Community now officially owns 30 acres (12.3ha) of land at Glenbrittle after completing the asset transfer.
The land extends roughly from the fence line below the S-bend down to the burn above the next forest entrance south of the car park.
To celebrate this acquisition the Minginish Hall Association are arranging a community event on 10th August at 3:30pm-5:30pm. The Association are very pleased to announce that local MSP Kate Forbes will be attending the event.
An eleven-month-old "Thank You" finally reaches intended recipient
An eleven-month-old "Thank You" has finally reached its intended recipient.
A post in the Scottish Hill Walking & Wild Camping Facebook group praised "a very kind person" who discovered three pairs of walking boots and placed them on a fence in Eynort.
The post, from Joanna Hayes, went on to explain that her children's walking boots had been left on the roof of their car and fallen off. Back in August, she hoped to reach and thank the person who saved her children's footwear.
Bicycle and luggage found in Kyle - Updated
Update (30/07/18): Police Scotland confirmed the owner was traced safe and well a short time after the bicycle was found in Kyle. It Appears they had left the bicycle and trailer for a short time to seek shelter from the rain.
A bicycle, complete with trailer and luggage, has been found in Kyle. Police are trying to find the owner to confirm their well being.
The bike was discovered near the Kyle RNLI station around 6am this morning (Saturday 28 July.)
No fuel service in Broadford for minimum of 12 weeks
Visitors and locals may need to plan their journeys carefully, as they won't be able to fill up in Broadford filling station.
The fuel service will be unavailable in Broadford for a minimum of 12 weeks as work is carried out.
Contractors will begin work on Tuesday 28 August. It is expected that the fuel service will be restored after 12 weeks; however there is a contingency of a further two weeks, if required.
Police appeal for information on car fire in Kyle
A car fire took place in Kyle on Thursday 26 July.
Police are appealing for information and say enquiries are ongoing to establish the cause of the fire at Langlands Terrace.
Police officers were made aware of the fire at around 2.40am. The fire was extinguished by the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service and nobody was injured, though the vehicle was extensively damaged.
Constable Derek Ferguson said: "Enquiries are ongoing in relation to the cause of the fire but we would ask anyone with information to contact local officers on 101 quoting incident number NP/3189/18 or, if they wish to remain anonymous, Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111."
Extras wanted for drama filmed in Sleat
Ever wanted to be on television? Now is your chance!
Extras are wanted to take part in Gaelic drama series, Bannan.
The series will be filmed in Sleat during the months of August and September.
Organisers say that having Gaelic is not essential and that the opportunity includes pay and the chance to experience television drama from a unique perspective.
Sarah Jane of Young Films told The Skye Times: "We're about to commence filming of the 6th series of Bannan – all filmed locally in Sleat in the Isle of Skye.
"It's an exciting stage of the production when we are looking for extras – we have a number of regular extras who have been with us since the beginning but we are always looking for new people to join them.
"This time we have a few smaller speaking parts so are looking for Gaelic speakers with an interest in being on screen. We also have a scene where we are looking for 'younger' extras – 18–30 year olds! It's such a great chance to see a drama being made in the local community."
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False alarm for several coastguard rescue teams
A report of a possible missing person led to several coastguard rescue teams making for Rubha Hunish.
Duntulm, Portree and Dunvegan Coastguard Rescue Teams, along with help from Stornoway Coastguard, and local police headed for the scene.
Upon investigation, it was discovered to be a false alarm.
Hollywood star spotted on Skye
A major Hollywood star has been spotted on Skye.
Gerard Butler headed to Dunvegan to visit The Therapy Studio.
Massage provider, Graham Watt, snapped a photograph with the star, captioning it: "Even famous people need fixed now and again."
74-year-old reaches Skye during his 7,000 mile-long charity walk
A 74-year-old charity founder has arrived on Skye as part of a 7,000 mile-long charity walk.
Brian Burnie is aiming to take his charity, Daft As A Brush Cancer Patient care nationwide and establish free cancer patient transport.
Brian stated: “The walk has been equally challenging as it has been rewarding. From the snow and frost in March to the recent heatwave in July, I’ve been walking in all conditions. I’ve met some amazing people, many have offered me drinks and food to keep me going. The generosity of people has been truly moving.”
Plans to improve Raigmore parking are back on track, says NHS Highland
Plans for improving car park facilities are Raigmore Hospital are back on track, says NHS Highland.
A proposal has been approved to fund the project to create two over-spill car parks.
Planning permission is already in place to allow the car park extension which will create an extra 200 spaces on the hospital site.
The Highland Health Board Endowment Fund Trustees approved the proposal and the project will receive £558,188 from the endowment fund.
David Park, chief officer for NHS Highland, explained that this funding approval is the result of a lot of work and planning from the Raigmore car park working group.
Police warn of possible fraud involving emailed invoices
Police are urging people to be on guard against a possible fraud involving emailed invoices.
Police say a home owner, who recently had work carried out on their property, received an initial invoice by email from the company they had used.
Then an additional email was then received shortly afterwards with alternative bank details.
Road restrictions in Inverness for Little Mix concert
Temporary road restrictions will be in place in Inverness for the Little Mix concert.
The concert will take place in Bught Park on Sunday 29 July and will see Bught Road, Ness Walk Upper and Ballifeary Lane closed.
The closures will affect vehicular traffic, but pedestrian access and access for emergency vehicles will be maintained at all times.
Alternative routes for vehicles will be available using Bishops Road, Ballifeary Road, Ballifeary Lane (part), Glenurquhart Road, Torvean Avenue, Springfield Gardens, Dunachton Road, Bught Avenue, Bught Road (part), Bught Lane and Bught Drive.
Full details of the closures can be found here.
Police urge residents to be on guard against doorstep callers
Police in the Skye & Lochalsh area are urging local residents to be on their guard after a series of reports from local residents about people attending unannounced at properties in the area.
Concerned residents have reported these unannounced callers offering to buy scrap metal or old vehicles in the Lochcarron, Shieldaig, Applecross and Torridon areas.
Constable Craig Allan said: "We have received reports from concerned residents about people acting suspiciously and approaching their property.
"On each occasion they have been offering to buy old vehicles or scrap metal.
"Our advice is not to engage in a deal with anyone who arrives on your doorstep unannounced.
"Instead decline as politely as you can and contact police on 101 if you want to pass on your concerns."
Concern over new minimum landing sizes for lobsters
The issue of new minimum landing sizes (MLS) for lobsters has been raised with the head of Marine Scotland and two Scottish Government Cabinet Secretaries.
This follows a meeting Kate Forbes MSP had with west coast fishermen.
Earlier this year, as part of a two-year measure, Marine Scotland increased the MLS to 88mm, which prompted creel fishermen on the Isle of Skye to raise the matter with Kate Forbes. In year two, the MLS rises to 90mm – which local fishermen believe will hinder their trade.
Creel fishermen say they would like to see the same MLS of 87mm – which is the ideal plate-sized lobster – applied to the whole of Scotland.
21-year-old local woman launches fundraising group
A volunteering group on Skye has been launched by a 21-year-old woman from Bernisdale.
Eilidh Beaton was inspired to launch the group after getting involved with the charity Guide Dogs while working in Glasgow.
Eilidh is appealing to locals to join her in raising funds to support people with sight loss. She stated: “I am originally from Skye but first got involved with Guide Dogs in Glasgow when I moved there for my teaching placement. I’m now back in Skye for the holidays and want to replicate the group in my hometown.
“I have had the chance to talk to Guide dog owners and see the difference a Guide dog can make to someone’s life. This has made me want to help to raise awareness of the charity on the island and help raise money to support them.”
Community Fundraiser, Tammy Robinson, said: “Eilidh was shortlisted for a Guide Dogs Volunteer award in June due to her passion and enthusiasm, and I can’t wait to see what she will achieve in the future, especially with this new group.
Over 1,000 missing persons investigations last year in the Highlands
Last year, the Highlands had over 1,000 missing persons investigations, which has prompted MSPs to call for greater awareness and support for missing persons and those they leave behind.
The Scottish Government launched a new National Missing Persons Framework last year, which laid out the responsibilities for professionals to support missing children and adults, although the guidance is not statutory.
At Holyrood, Coatbridge and Chryston, MSP Fulton MacGregor has been campaigning to ensure better implementation across the country.
In 2017/18 over 23,000 missing episodes were reported to Police Scotland, with almost two thirds of those reports related to children and young people – many of whom are at risk of grooming, exploitation or abuse.
More than half of the children who go missing in Scotland will be in the care system, meaning they are at a particularly high risk.
Adults who go missing are also highly vulnerable and may face serious risks, and it is thought that up to 80 per cent will be experiencing mental health issues.
Expect delays if travelling via Stromeferry Bypass this autumn
Anyone travelling through the Stromeferry Bypass from 3 September until 24 November should plan for delays.
Highland Council say essential works will take place to the rock face to the west of the avalanche shelter, resulting in road closures and traffic management for up to 12 weeks.
From 3 September, the A890 will be closed overnight between the road closure gates at Ardnarff and west of Attadale. The closure will take place from between 10pm and 7am. The road will have traffic control in operation during the day between 7am and 10pm whilst a road to rail bypass road is installed. Highland Council say this is planned to be completed within two weeks, but could be finished sooner.
New defibrillator for Broadford
Broadford now has a defibrillator for emergency use.
The defibrillator is located by the gift shop beside the petrol station.
Steering group formed to implement Sir Lewis Ritchie's report
A steering group has been formed to help implement Sir Lewis Ritchie's report into Out-of-Hours (OOH) healthcare.
The group was formed at a meeting in Tigh na Sgire on Wednesday 18 July 2018. It was decided that the group will be made up of community representatives, local practitioners, and staff from NHS Highland, NHS24 and the emergency services. The Scottish Ambulance Service is working with the project and will also be a key player.
The meeting reviewed progress so far, working from the first interim report to the Scottish Government. The meeting stressed the urgency in finalising plans and starting to get improved services on the ground.
Number of visitors to Scotland has soared, new figures reveal
Visitor numbers to Scotland have soared, according to the Office for National Statistics (ONS).
The figures are the highest since the ONS travel trends survey began in 1961/62.
The figures are published amid ongoing debate about the impact of tourism at popular destinations, such as Skye. Skye has also been scouted as a likely filming location for one of HBO's Game of Thrones prequels, The Long Night.
The number of visitors is up by 17% during 2017, while spending by visitors from Europe has increased by 36% to £1.1 billion.
Overseas vacationers in Scotland increased by 27%, and their spending rose nearly a fifth.
Rucksack stolen in Portree
A rucksack containing camping equipment was stolen in Portree.
Police say the rucksack was reported missing on Saturday 7 July.
The Osprey rucksack is described as being orange and was last seen at around 10:15am near the information centre on Bayfield Road.
Anyone with information about its whereabouts should call 101, quoting incident NP3067/18.
Day of drama for Coastguard and RNLI
A female who took ill on a boat trip was assisted by several Coastguard teams and local RNLI.
Portree and Kyle Coastguard, as well as Mallaig RNLI and the Coastguard helicopter were all tasked with assisting the female yesterday (Thursday 19 July) at around 5:15pm.
The female was transferred to the ambulance at Broadford Airfield.
Road closures in Inverness for parade
A large rally will be held in Inverness, resulting in temporary road and street closures.
Expected to be one of the largest rallies to be held in the city, the event will see thousands of Scottish independence supporters taking part in the All Under One Banner event.
Highland Council has released information on temporary road and street closures in Inverness during the rally through the city on Saturday 28 July.
The closures, which include Castle Street, Ness Bridge, Ardross Terrance and Culduthel Road, will run from between 1pm and 2:45pm.
The full list of closures can be viewed here.
Road to remain closed for some time following tragic collision
The road linking Ullapool to Inverness is likely to remain closed for some time, say police.
Police have confirmed that one male has sadly died following a two vehicle road traffic collision on the A835 earlier today (Thursday 19 July).
The collision involving a motorcycle and motor car was reported to police at 2:35pm and happened near to the Braemore Junction on the A835.
The road is likely to remain closed for some time whilst officers carry out investigations into this incident.
Anyone who may have witnessed the collision is asked to call Police Scotland on 101 and quote reference number 2102 of 19th July.
Missing men traced safe and well
Two men reported missing in the Highlands have been traced.
Police had been searching Anthony Young and Darren Hamilton, believed to have been travelling in a camper van.
Police confirmed that the men have been found safe and well.
Serious accident on A835
A serious road traffic collision has taken place on the A835.
The accident happened on the A835 just north of the junction with the A832 at Corrieshalloch Gorge.
Police are currently in attendance and have asked people to avoid the area if possible.
The A835 links Inverness to Ullapool.
Were you in L'incontro recently?
Did you visit a Portree pizzeria on Tuesday 17 July?
And did you pay by card?
If so, L'incontro might be looking for you.
A post on the pizzeria's Facebook page asks for anyone who was in the premises on Tuesday night and who paid by card using a PIN number to check their receipt. They say that someone has substantially overpaid and are looking to return the money.
They have asked for the person to message them privately. Their Facebook page can be found here.
Police in Highlands search for two missing men
Police are still seeking information which could help trace two men missing in the Highlands.
Anthony Young (top left) and Darren Hamilton (top right) have been reported missing from Northumberland.
It is believed they may be camping in the Rothiemurchus/Cairngorms area near Aviemore.
They are thought to have access to a light-coloured Talbot campervan, reg XKZ 1498.
Anthony Young, 48, is described as being around 5ft 7in tall and of heavy build with gingery blonde hair cut in a mohican style.
Darren Hamilton, 52, is described as being 6ft tall and of slim build with dark curly hair, greying at the sides.
Country Living says Skye "at risk of being ruined by tourism"
The Isle of Skye is at "risk of being ruined by tourism," according to a list in CountryLiving.
The lifestyle and home magazine stated that the rise of tourism has some negative impacts. "A number of the world's most famous natural wonders are at risk of ruin as they struggle to keep up with the excessive demand of visitors," it continued. "Some may even be destroyed for good, if we're not careful." The list went on to highlight nine places thought by writer, Olivia Blair, to be most at risk.
Skye was named at number three, with the list saying the island's recent film and television appearances have led to an influx of tourism.
Could you spare an hour to help with a community event?
There are just over three weeks to go until the 2018 Skye Agricultural Show.
The organisation say that, while everything is starting to take shape, they are always looking for more volunteers to help on the day.
They have asked that anyone, who could spare even an hour, could get in touch.
Their Facebook page can be found here.
Mysterious box near Carbost explained
A food exchange box was recently installed near Carbost.
The box's mysterious and sudden appearance prompted questions on a local Facebook group.
The idea behind the box came from crofter, Davide Khalil, who told The Skye Times: "I believe food is a human right and think that people in food poverty are often not with cars to visit food banks.
"So it's my idea that a box like this one at every recycle area in Skye might offer a local access point for food banking to those who are in need at the end of the road."
Mr Khalil estimates that the equivalent of five meals have passed through the box in the last week, since it was first installed.
Highland Council allocates extra £1.5 million to road repairs
Works are to begin on an additional £1.5M worth of repair schemes on Highland Council roads this summer.
Cllr Alister Mackinnon, Highland Council’s Budget Leader said: “At the Council’s meeting in March, Members agreed a revised 5 year Capital Plan and agreed to prioritise roads maintenance if there was any underspend in the Council’s capital programme for 2018/19.
“A close review and reassessment of the Council’s Capital Budget showed that there was an underspend in resources required for ICT investment based on latest prices and operational requirements. I am very pleased that we have been able to act swiftly to redirect these funds into much needed repairs of Highland roads.”
Chance to inspect new Maritime & Coastguard vessel
Events showing the Maritime & Coastguard Agency's new Emergency Towing Vehicle (ETV) are coming to the Highlands and Islands.
People had the chance to see the vessel at Ullapool during a local Rotary Club and RNLI Open Day. Hundreds of people visited the harbour side for the event.
Russel Freeman from the Maritime & Coastguard Agency said: "The size of the vessel meant people really couldn’t miss it and it was really popular, with several hundred people coming onboard to have a look.
Cocktail competition finalists head to Skye
The final of a Talisker cocktail competition will be taking place next month.
The Race to Skye contest challenged entrants to create a cocktail inspired by the Made by the Sea marketing campaign.
After a series of regional heats, three Scottish bartenders (Liam Grogan of Kelvingrove Café in Glasgow, Stefanie Anderson of Bon Vivant in Edinburgh and Miran Chauhan of Buck & Birch, also in Edinburgh) were named finalists.
They will be heading to Skye for the final, which takes place between August 13 and August 15. They will compete against finalists from Leeds, London and Manchester.
Man rescued after falling overboard
The crew of two boats worked together to rescue a man overboard today (Monday 16 July.)
The man on a fishing vessel fell overboard into Loch Hourn.
After responding to a Mayday broadcast from the Coastguard, another nearby fishing vessel raced to the scene to assist. Working together, the crew on both vessels were able to haul the man out of the water.
The man was winched on board the Coastguard helicopter and taken to Broadford landing site where he was transferred into the care of the Scottish Ambulance Service.
Stornoway Coastguard helicopter and Mallaig RNLI both attended the scene.
James Instance, Duty Controller for HM Coastguard, said: "We’re pleased that in this situation the crew were able to take action by recovering the man from the water. We wish him a speedy recovery."
Police search for "Good Samaritans"
Police are searching for Good Samaritans who came to the aid of a cyclist.
The police say the people stopped to help the cyclist, who fell ill between Shieldaig and Applecross on Saturday 14 July.
Police have asked the people to get in touch on 101.
Development plans for Kilmuir
New public eco-toilets could come to the Kilmuir area, if suggested development projects get the go ahead.
A Kilmuir Community Council consultation event outlined the benefits a Development Trust could bring to the area. The presentation which ended with a question and answer session included the key steps in the process of setting up a Trust and highlighted the support available for communities who wish to establish Trusts for their area.
Potential projects suggested included developing facilities at the village hall, providing tourist and visitor information in the area, improving Camus Mor slipway and exploring options for Duntulm Castle.
Chair of the Kilmuir Community Council, Stephen Varwell, said: “The support for a Trust was overwhelmingly positive. It was clear such an organisation would be supported and welcomed in the community and as such it could really complement the role of other community Groups in Kilmuir.
Yacht towed to Portree
A yacht with engine problems north-east of Staffin was towed back to Portree.
Portree Lifeboat headed out to the vessel on Sunday 15 July at 8:35pm. After locating the 10 metre yacht, it was towed back to Portree Harbour.
At 1am the yacht was transferred to a visitor mooring.
Change of scenery following artist's move
A Waternish-based artist has relocated his studio.
Ian Williams, and his wife, Gill, have moved to Skeabost. Ian told The Skye Times: "The move has been quite amazing - it feels as if it was meant to be."
The Williams' old gallery, Brae Fasach, is now in the hands of Richard and Sarah Boone.
A new studio and shop has been built in the Williams' new premises. Ian said: "It is great to be able to work once again next to where I display. Visitors will see how 'it' is done.
"I am taking inspiration already from our new environment: the trees, water, wildlife, skies and our neighbours have all given me a new breath of clear and fresh air."
Gill finds inspiration from the night skies, regularly photographing aurora borealis and creating photobooks.
New Lealt attraction could open this month
A new attraction at Lealt Falls will be opened later this month, if all goes to plan.
The new viewing platform will form part of the Skye Ecomuseum. Development is still underway and the area remains closed to the public.
Staffin Community Trust (SCT) hopes the year-round public attraction will showcase the Trotternish landscape and looks forward to telling the story of Lealt and the rest of the district through new interpretation signage. The platform will be wheelchair accessible.
Coastguard and RNLI rescue casualty
A casualty was rescued near Kyle of Lochalsh.
The lifeboat and coastguard assisted the casualty on the shore at Loch Na Beiste.
The casualty was then taken to the RNLI station and passed into the care of the Scottish Ambulance Service.
Stolen bike reunited with owner
A bicycle stolen in Broadford has been reunited with its owner.
Police appealed for information after the bike was stolen outside the Harbour Restaurant around 6pm yesterday (Saturday 14 July.)
The bike was a Specialized Dolce Evo cycle belonging to a Skye visitor.
Salmon farming visitor centre planned for Skye
Scotland's first salmon farming visitor centre and cafe has been planned for Skye.
Kyleakin site manager, Kevin O’Leary, expects the Marine Harvest factory to be open by the end of this year. Once the plant was running smoothly, he said the focus would be on developing the visitor centre and an accommodation block.
“Our plan is to build two extra buildings,” explained Mr O’Leary. “One is an accommodation block for people visiting, because in Skye it can be quite a struggle to get accommodation, and the other is a visitor centre built overlooking the gorgeous view to Raasay and beyond.
“If somebody comes on Skye, it’s one of the first places they can stop on the main road, and we’d like to provide visitors with an opportunity to learn about Marine Harvest and salmon farming while enjoying a taste of our Scottish salmon.
“After we get the factory up and running at full capacity we can start to concentrate on those buildings. We’re just at the initial stages of planning, but would like to build something that really impresses visitors to Skye as well as our local community.”
Marine Harvest has spent upwards of £100 million on the Kyleakin feed plant, which will have an annual capacity of 170,000 tonnes.
Three Mountain Rescue Teams assist injured walker
Three Mountain Rescue Teams came to the assistance of an injured walker.
Kintail Mountain Rescue Team received the initial call out to the casualty, who had taken a tumble when descending from the South Shiel Ridge.
The Coastguard helicopter was unable to reach the walker due to low cloud, but Skye and Glenelg Mountain Rescue Teams assisted with carrying the casualty over difficult ground.
The Kintail Team praised the casualty, who had gone walking well-equipped, administered First Aid to himself correctly and gave an accurate grid reference to help the teams locate him.
Dog handed in to police station
Police are attempting to reunite a dog with its owner.
The dog has been handed into a local police station.
Police describe the dog as "lovely" and ask anyone who thinks the dog is theirs to phone 101.
New booklet to educate visitors
A leaflet designed to educate visitors travelling through Skye and Raasay has been published.
Diagrams on how to drive on single track roads, instructions on preserving the local countryside and a list of public toilets are all included in the booklet.
Published by SkyeConnect, 15,000 copies of the locally-printed leaflet are being distributed throughout the area. A .pdf version can be found in Dropbox.
SkyeConnect say they are hoping to issue an abridged version in various languages for the benefit of international visitors. They also hope to include further information on electric car charging points and camp sites.
A number of boxes have been left at Portree's Visit Scotland office. SkyeConnect say anyone who needs them can pick them up or print their own off.
Review on Portree Community Centre to take place
A detailed review of Portree Community Centre will be undertaken.
The building has been closed to the public since April 2018 due to water damage.
A new board of eight Trustees have been selected and are keen to ensure the building can continue to meet the needs of the local community.
Speaking on behalf of the new committee, local business owner, Thomas Wilson, said: “I am delighted to be chairing a strong board of volunteers all of whom bring a wide range of skills to our project.
"Our aim is to ensure the Portree Community Centre will provide sustainable benefits and significant value to the community of Portree and the Isle of Skye.
"We have had several meetings already and are busy preparing for the work which is needed to get the Community Centre back to a state where it can again be used safely. We are awaiting a loss adjuster from the insurance company and are in the process of assessing how the Centre meets the need of the community and how we can make sure the facility and surrounding area can deliver long into the future.
"We know there is a strong desire from the community to see the centre open and available, but our immediate priority is to ensure it is safe to use.”
The committee will be issuing regular updates via their website and Facebook page.
91-year-old lady shares pre-NHS memories
A 91-year-old lady has shared her memories of a pre-NHS Skye.
An Acarsaid resident, Catherine (Katie) Matheson, related: “The family were delighted when the NHS started, as we no longer had to pay and we got better care."
The NHS came into being 70 years ago on 5th July 1948.
Katie, originally from Waternish, said it cost her family four shillings, or around £7 in today's money, every time they called a doctor out.
No day off for Skye Mountain Rescue
Glamaig Hill Race proved to be an exciting event for the Skye Mountain Rescue Team.
"Over the weekend, a fair number of the team scampered up Glamaig in the annual hill race - which inevitably meant we got a call out at the same time," the team said on their Facebook page.
Just before the starting gun fired, the team were called out to the Fairy Pools. All non-racers hastened to the assistance of a casualty who had fallen and injured their leg.
Lizard in a letterbox reported
Have you seen a lizard in your letterbox lately?
The Scottish Wildlife Trust in Skye have heard reports of a lizard in a letterbox in Sleat. They have asked anyone who has spotted any reptiles to let them know.
The Scottish Wildlife Trust Region Group is for members and supporters in Skye and Lochalsh. Their aim is to conserve and improve the wildlife of the region. To get in touch, visit their Facebook page here.
Skye town could be voted Scotland's Most Beautiful Village
A Skye town could claim the title of Scotland's Most Beautiful Village.
Hidden Scotland organisation have asked people to vote for their favourite towns and villages in Scotland - with Portree making the shortlist.
The town is famous for its picturesque houses nestled on the harbour.
The winner will be announced in August.
To vote, click here.
Local textiles studio to close
A local textiles studio will be closing down.
Wheatear Textiles, owned by Maxine Stephenson, will close its doors for the last time on Friday 13 at 2pm.
Maxine worked with Harris Tweed, creating bespoke handbags - later expanding to include lampshades, cushions and footstools in her shop - until ill health meant she could no longer operate as she had been.
Maxine told The Skye Times: "I can't believe how successful Wheatear Textiles became in such a short length of time.
Kate encourages AirBnB hosts to issue guidance to visitors
Guidance on how to drive on single track roads and reminders to dispose of litter properly and respect the natural environment should be issued to all AirBnB guests staying in the Highlands, a leading MSP has said.
Kate Forbes MSP believes the move could be one of several measures to encourage responsible and sustainable tourism in popular rural areas in her constituency, particularly at hot spots like the Morar Sands near Mallaig, the Fairy Pools on Skye, and Chanonry Point on the Black Isle.
With tourism in the Highlands growing, more local people are embracing the economic and social opportunities of home-sharing through AirBnB, which enables hosts to generate extra income in areas with fewer employment opportunities.
NHS Out-of-Hours provision based in Broadford tonight
Skye's Out-of-Hours provision will be based in Broadford this evening (Monday 9 July.)
NHS Highland say the care will be provisioned by the Rural Practitioner Team at the Dr Mackinnon Memorial Hospital from 6pm.
The Minor Injuries Unit/Urgent Care Centre based at Portree Hospital will reopen at 8am tomorrow morning (Tuesday 10 July.)There is no change to accessing emergency services and people should dial 999 if they experience a medical emergency and the Scottish Ambulance Service will respond as appropriate.
If it is not an emergency but cannot wait until your GP is open, NHS 24 can be accessed by calling 111.
US students visit Skye ahead of Fringe premiere
Eighteen US theatre students are being deeply immersed in contemporary and traditional Scottish culture before presenting the world premiere of a new play by Davey Anderson at the Edinburgh Fringe.
Exposure to Scotland's performing arts sector (and the chance to be part of the world's largest arts festival) provide an unbeatable opportunity to help prepare talented young people hoping for a bright future in US theatre, TV and film.
Alex Fthenakis, who runs Pepperdine Scotland, said: "Scotland often doesn't realise how much of a 'wow factor' experience with its new writing has in the rest of the world.
"For young graduates to have worked closely with Davey Anderson or Lynda Radley on a significant Edinburgh Fringe premiere and to have met people like Cora Bisset and Peter Arnott makes potential US employers sit up and take notice.
"Our aim is to deeply immerse them in Scottish theatre – but more than that, to let them discover something about the country, its history and its astonishing variety. It's a place that offers everything from vibrant modern cities to remote and beautiful countryside."
The students spent time in Glenelg on the west coast where playwright and storyteller Eddie Stiven introduced them to elements of Highland history, including the impact of the Clearances, and the region's long Gaelic tradition.
They spent time on Skye at Sabhal Mòr Ostaig, the Gaelic college, and hosted a ceilidh for the Glenelg local community.
Two vehicles damaged in Portree
Two vehicles have been significantly damaged in Portree.
Police say the damage to the vehicles took place in Cearn Romesdale. They estimate that it took place around 7am on Sunday 8 July.
They have appealed for anyone with information to call 101.
Portree Lifeboat Open Day 2018 in pictures
Anyone at Portree Harbour today (Saturday 7 July) would be forgiven for thinking a dramatic sea rescue was taking place.
Stornoway Coastguard helicopter and Portree RNLI lifeboat were working together - but only as part of the Lifeboat Open Day event.
The annual fundraising event involved the Isle of Skye Pipe Band, led by RNLI mascot, Stormy Stan, marching down to the harbour.
Police looking for man from Northumbria
Police are looking for a man from Northumbria.
Local officers want to ascertain the well-being of Anthony Young from Northumbria.
They describe the man as 48-years old, with red/blond hair in a Mohican style and being around 5 feet 7 inches tall. He is also said to have a heavy build and is likely to be travelling in a Talbot camper with the registration XKZ1498.
Anyone seeing him is asked to call 101.
Have your say on Raasay Land Management Plan
Now is the time to have your say on the Raasay Land Management Plan for the forest.
The plan will be finalised by the end of September.
A revised plan has been issued following a meeting on June 12. The plan can be accessed here.
Forestry Commission Scotland (FCS) are welcoming comments and suggestions.
Comments should be emailed to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. by the end of July.
Recently moved? Don't forget to fill in your voter registration form
Have you recently moved? Don't forget to fill in your local Electoral Registration Office as soon as possible.
Everyone is urged to complete and return their annual canvass form, especially those who have moved address recently.
Research by the independent Electoral Commission indicates that recent home movers are far less likely to be registered than those that have lived at the same address for a long time. Across Great Britain, 94% of people who have been at their property for more than sixteen years will be registered, compared to 40% of people who have lived at an address for less than one year.
Local residents are urged to complete and return their annual canvass form to their local Electoral Registration Office as soon as possible.
The form ensures that the Highland Electoral Registration Officer can keep the electoral register up to date and identify any residents who are not registered so that they can be encouraged to do so. This will mean that residents will be able take part in any future elections.
West Highland businesses could win award
West Highland businesses that have developed opportunities for young people could be up for an award.
The Developing the Young Workforce Award will acknowledge the contribution businesses have made to support young people.
Dornie Hall toilets to remain open
Dornie Hall toilets will remain open, following a public appeal and the MSP intervention.
The future of the toilets had been under-threat after Highland Council announced it was ending a funding agreement with the Dornie and District Community Hall Association for use of the facilities.
However, following a public outcry and pressure from Kate Forbes MSP, the local authority has had a change of heart – meaning that the toilets will now remain open.
Dornie Hall is a short distance from Eilean Donan Castle, one of Scotland’s most iconic tourist attractions, and a petition to the council had gathered more than 4,500 signatories.
The Dornie toilets are also well-used because they have disabled access and are coach-friendly.
Scottish Water ask customers to use water wisely
Everyone is asked to use water wisely during the current period of hot summer weather.
Scottish Water say their customer usage has increased significantly. With the current weather conditions forecast to continue, they are encouraging people to take simple but important steps to conserve public water supplies.
In some areas there has been a 30% increase in demand for water during the summer so far and an additional 140 million litres are currently being produced and pushed through the system every day to meet current customer usage.
Scottish Water has been monitoring the situation closely and managing supplies across the country, including deploying additional resources to move water between distribution areas and tankering water to supplement local networks.
Some water treatment works and distribution networks are working at near capacity to meet demand.
Customers are being asked to reduce usage wherever possible. Businesses are also being asked to consider their usage and how they can use water more efficiently. Scottish Water say some simple steps include:
• Taking shorter showers
• Using a watering can rather than a hose to water plants
• Using a bucket rather than a hose to wash vehicles; only washing windscreens/lights instead of the whole vehicle
Rise in cleg bites due to warm weather
More people have received cleg bites due to the spell of warm weather, says the Royal Pharmaceutical Society in Scotland.
Aileen Bryson, from the Society, said they had received reports of the flies biting.
She said this was because people were spending more time outside in the sunshine, and having more skin exposed.
UK islands shine in Fine Dining list
UK islands have been found to have the best places for dining, according to Sous Vide Tools.
Taking 259 Michelin star and AA listed restaurants throughout the UK, they put together a list of The Fine Dining Hotspots Of The UK to find out how many fine dining spots there are for every 100,000 people.
The Isle of Skye took second place, with Jersey coming in third place.
The overall top scorer was the Isle of Scilly.
Portree graduate sailing towards sea career
A 28-year old from Portree is well on his way to establishing a career at sea by graduating from City of Glasgow College’s Nautical Faculty.
Jake Napoli took the HNC Marine Engineering – Cadetship Route course, and recently praised the support offered by the teaching staff at the award-winning Riverside Campus on the banks of the Clyde.
The course involved working with cutting-edge technology, including the ship simulators and fully working engine room and the chance to sail up the Norwegian Fjords.
Plans developing for new sports centre
New developments from Sabhal Mòr Ostaig could see more affordable housing, an initiative to house and learn from elderly Gaelic speakers and plans for a new sports centre.
Kate Forbes MSP, attending a Kilbeg Village road naming ceremony, also announced the imminent start on the next phase of the affordable housing. The plans will shortly be submitted for Full Planning Consents.
This next phase will see the creation of up to 31 units of housing on the site, featuring a range of models and types of tenure, including Rent to Buy, Self-Build, Housing for the Elderly and, affordable for rent housing. All tenures come with a Rural Housing Burden attached to title, thereby retaining the housing stock in perpetuity for the benefit of those committed to living and working in the local area.
Additionally an exciting new ‘pilot’ initiative is also being advanced which will encourage the opportunity for elderly Gaelic speakers to relocate to special housing for the elderly being planned for the village, as part of a special initiative which will seek to promote the benefits of transgenerational transmission and communication, whereby students from Sabhal Mòr will have the opportunity to benefit from the rich resource which elderly native speakers would bring to their learning experience and environment and from which the elderly will, in turn, gain great potential benefits from the stimulus, support, engagement and interaction with a new generation of young Gaels.
Struan Gala 2018 in pictures
Blazing sun and clear blue skies set the tone for the weather at Struan Gala on Saturday 30 June.
The community event featured something for everyone - including bouncy castles, Drakes of Hazard, football, vintage cars and tractors and axe throwing.
Nine motorists to be reported for drink/drug driving offences
Nine drivers are to be reported for driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs over the past weekend in the Highlands and Islands.
The detections came during the first weekend of a national safety campaign aimed at removing drink drivers from the roads.
The nine drivers to be reported include seven relating to drink drive offences, with the other two related to driving under the influence of drugs.
These incidents were recorded across the region - with detections in the Skye, Easter Ross, Nairn, Orkney, Aviemore and Fort William areas.
Performance figures reported to Highland Council last week revealed that the number of drivers detected has increased by 13% - equating to 51 drivers more than the same period last year.
Local memorial project showcased in Australia
The Staffin Crofters' Memorial Project is to be showcased at an Australian conference.
ATLAS Arts director, Emma Nicolson, is currently in Melbourne, at a mixed program of site visits, closed workshops, and exhibition and public conversations. Emma Nicolson who has been working with the Staffin Community Trust for four years on their plans for a contemporary memorial to the crofters' struggles on the Kilmuir Estate, has been sharing her expertise in and knowledge of memorials and memorial practices with other delegates.
Have ewe seen this sheep?
A sheep, advertising the Lamb To Loom event, has gone missing.
Lamb to Loom told the story of wool and weaving in Minginish from Monday 25 June to Saturday 30 June.
The organisers posted on their Facebook page: "Not very nice end to the show - one of our lovely sheep signposts has gone missing!
"These were going to be sold for funds and had already been promised to locals who had requested one.
Barley growing open day
An open day was held on Raasay to enable farmers and crofters to learn more about local barley trials.
The event was held on Wednesday 26 July.
Locally grown barley could be used to make R&B Distillers' whisky, if growing trials are successful.
R&B Distillers began to trial barley growing on the island in April 2017, using five different barleys.
The long-term objective is to produce a single malt from 100% local barley, grown on Raasay, Skye and Kyle.
While acknowledging that this whisky may be only a small percentage of total product, R&B is keen to challenge the limitations of production.
Volunteers sought for local emergency services
Volunteers are wanted for local emergency services.
H.M. Coastguard, Skye Mountain Rescue, Police Scotland, Scottish Fire and Rescue Service and the RNLI are all looking for volunteers.
Anyone wanting more information can find out more at the Skye Agricultural Show on Saturday 5 August.
Created: 03 August 2017
Expect delays on A9 south of Inverness
Anyone planning to travel on the A9 south of Inverness should expect delays, warn police.
A collision occurred involving a canal boat.
The boat was being towed on a trailer when it was involved in the incident near Daviot at about 1.18pm.
Nobody was injured and one lane is now open in each direction.
However, road users are advised to expect disruption in the area as recovery is expected to take some time.
Police urge local businesses to be on guard against fraud
Police are urging businesses in the Highlands to be on their guard following recent reports of fraud commonly referred to as "Ringing the Changes".
This type of fraud involves a person asking a member of staff to exchange a large sum of money for them into notes of smaller denominations or a different currency.
While doing this they deliberately confuse the staff member assisting with the transaction in order to obtain more money than they started with.
Two instances were reported to police at premises in Nethy Bridge and Boat of Garten on Thursday, July 27. Unfortunately two suspects were successful in gaining a three figure sum from one of the businesses.
Two men suspected of carrying out the scam were seen at a business in Boat of Garten at around 2.45pm, having earlier attended in Nethy Bridge.
Enquiries are ongoing and Police are urging businesses to be on their guard against any further suspicious behaviour.
Aviemore-based Sergeant David Cameron said: "All business owners and their staff should be alert and aware to this type of scam. In particular you should watch out for anyone asking for a large sum of money to be exchanged.
"These unscrupulous criminals are employing sleight of hand to leave with more money than they started with and it is possible they will target a busy period which can provide an ideal opportunity to confuse or distract you.
"It is better to be safe than sorry and if you are in any doubt consider asking another colleague for assistance or politely decline the request and notify the Police.
"This type of criminal tends to travel widely employing this scam and I would urge people across the Highlands to be aware of the risk.
"Anyone who has information that could assist with this inquiry is encouraged to contact Police on 101, quoting reference NM5093/17 or any anonymous information can be passed to Crimestoppers on 0800 555111."
Traffic Audit at Glendale
The Glendale Community Council are undertaking a traffic audit today (Friday 28 July.)
The traffic audit will chronicle the number of cars coming in and out of Glendale.
The audit will be carried out at Skinidin and it is hoped to monitor the traffic between the hours of 10am to 10pm.
Facebook group to list dog friendly businesses
A new Facebook group has been started, intended as a directory for Skye visitors to find and locate dog friendly businesses.
The group was the idea of Janet Ward, who runs Skye Shepherd Huts. She told The Skye Times: "I run dog friendly accommodation and am always recommending places to eat and sites to visit that are dog welcoming.
"More dog owners want to actively include their pets in all aspects of life these days. Many will only go to eat where their dog will be allowed also.
"I decided it might be a good idea for all dog friendly businesses and public areas to have a Facebook group to list themselves."
The group is open to dog friendly, accommodation, restaurants, retail or anywhere dogs are welcomed. Visit the group here for more information.
Casualty with serious injuries airlifted from Cuillin Ridge
HM Coastguard winched a casualty from the Cuillin Ridge on Tuesday July 25.
The climber was airlifted to hospital after sustaining serious injuries.
The casualty suffered a 50m fall on the Cuillin Ridge.
Broadford: drugs found by police
Drugs with an estimated street value of £3,000 have been recovered by police officers in Skye.
The quantity of cannabis resin was recovered during a search of a house in Broadford on Thursday, July 27.
As a result, a 44-year-old local man was detained and further enquiries are to be conducted with a view to a report being submitted to the Procurator Fiscal at a later date.
Help Homefarm by sharing your photographs
Photographers are encouraged to submit their photographs for inclusion in a calendar especially for Homefarm residents.
Residents of the Portree-based care home will particularly like to see images of places that mean something to them.
Therefore, images of Carbost, Glenelg/the broch, Loch Tummel, Dumbarton Rock, Saltcoats, Loch Maree, Torridon and Helmsdale are especially welcome.
Those who wish to can share their high-resolution photographs. The calendars will then be sold to the public to raise money for the care home.
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Extras wanted for Gaelic drama Bannan
Extras are required for Youngfilms Gaelic drama series, Bannan.
Filming for the popular series will take place in Sleat during August and September.
Gaelic is not essential.
Those who take part will have the chance to experience television from a unique perspective and will be paid.
For more information, please contact This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or phone 01471 888 162.
Scottish rugby fans wanted for TV commercial
Stills and motions production company, LS Productions, have issued a casting call for rugby fans in Skye and Inverness.
They are looking for around 10 to 15 true Scotland rugby fans of any age or gender to feature in a small scene for a TV commercial.
The filming dates are Monday 14 August or Tuesday 15 August and could be either very early in the morning or late at night. The filming could take between two to four hours.
A fee will be paid.
To apply, send a recent picture of yourself, along with contact details and a note of whether you are based in Inverness or Skye (or somewhere in between) to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
2,100-mile open canoe circumnavigation of British coast completed
Two men have completed possibly the first open canoe circumnavigation of the British coast.
Colin Skeath, a retired West Yorkshire Police officer, and his nephew, Davis Gould-Duff, began their trip at Strontian on 30 April.
They went on to travel 2,100 miles clockwise in their custom-made Downcreek Paddles from Ireland.
On Thursday 23 July, they began their circumnavigation of the Isle of Skye in their 17’ Old Town Penobscot. They said: "At night we slept with midge nets on and no part of our skin was exposed……it was a bit like sleeping in a shark cage!"
"This had been a brilliant, rewarding but hard trip. For four out of the five days the wind had been against us and, on occasions, so had the tide. The sea at times carried a big swell and we paddled, sailed and paddled sailed, often for long periods, without much sleep."
The pair were aiming to raise money for Forget Me Not Children's Hospice in Huddersfield.
Their challenge took them over 86 days of paddling to complete.
More information can be found on the Canoeing Around Britain website.
Marine Harvest looks to fill 55 positions at Kyleakin feed factory
Marine Harvest will be looking to fill 55 posts at a fish feed factory.
Highland Council approved the project in February. The quarry at Kyleakin is being developed at a cost of £93m.
The construction of the factory is expected to be completed in the autumn of next year.
Marine Harvest said the 55 vacancies were across a range of disciplines including production, logistics, maintenance and health and safety.
Some of those vacancies are available to view here at The Skye Times job page.
Crumz at Ragtag!
The chance to try new arts and crafts projects, get help to fill in forms, write letters or use a computer - all available during Crumz at Ragtag.
The sessions take place every Thursday from 11am to 3pm and everyone is welcome to attend free of charge.
The sessions provide a chance for those who attend to spend a few hours in a creative setting accompanied by chat and cake!
Members of the public told to be vigilant when using ATMs
Police Scotland is urging the public to be vigilant after skimming devices were reported on cash machines in the Beauly and Nairn areas.
Both incidents involved a device being fitted to the ATMs which "captured" the bank card of anyone who used it and refused to return the card after an attempted transaction.
Cameras were also fitted to film the user entering the PIN code for the stolen card.
Two men - aged 24 and 25-years-old - have been arrested in connection with these incidents and are due to appear at Inverness Sheriff Court in due course.
Both the Nairn and Beauly incidents were reported to Police on Friday, July 21.
Police Scotland want to make anybody using a cash machine alert to this particular type of scam and urge anyone who sees anything suspicious around an ATM to report it immediately to Police, as well as the bank or shop where the cash machine is located.
Police Scotland offer the following advice:
New befriending and support service for Skye and Lochalsh
A new befriending and support service has been formed for the Skye and Lochalsh area.
Skye and Lochalsh Neighbours and Friends will recruit volunteer befrienders in order to deliver its service from October.
The Skye and Lochalsh Council for Voluntary Organisations has joined forced with Highland Hospice to create the service, which will work closely with the Hospice's existing "Helping Hands" initiative.
Jo Ford, Senior Officer for Skye & Lochalsh Council for Voluntary Organisations (SLCVO) explained: “Over the past couple of years an increasing number of residents have been noting the number of lonely or isolated people in our community. Tradesmen, police and others are telling us that there are many people in Skye and Lochalsh in need of company and who would benefit from befriending.”
She continued, “There are some drop-in cafes and social events which run locally, but these are not accessible or appropriate to everyone. When we first spoke to Highland Hospice a year ago, we looked at a number of groups they could work with. However, it became clear that, with the Hospice providing the foundation for a permanent service, SLCVO should take this on – especially as we have the contacts for volunteers and other local organisations needed to develop this project.”
Acting Inspector Bruce Crawford from Portree Police Station agreed with Jo, and stated: “The stunning nature of the Skye and Lochalsh landscape that draws many thousands of visitors is often the very thing that leads to isolation and loneliness amongst some residents. With 80% of calls attended by local officers being non-criminal it is clear that vulnerability plays a large part in much of the work being carried out by Police Scotland. A service aimed at supporting those in need of friendship and company will undoubtedly complement the work already being undertaken by the Police and partner agencies and help to improve the quality of life of those in need of additional support and human interaction”
NHS Community Development Officer Jean Macrae is also backing the project through in a number of ways, with one Kyle GP Surgery already having offered their waiting room as an opportunity to recruit volunteers.
Bunkhouse planned in Sconser
Sconser could have its very own bunkhouse, if a planning application submitted to the Highland Council proves successful.
Morag and Hector Nicolson intend to build a small bunkhouse on their land, which is adjacent to the ferry carpark.
Mr Nicolson has lived all his life in Sconser. He works as a stone mason and dry stone waller, so plans to undertake the stonework on the bunkhouse himself.
Mrs Nicolson has retired from her job in the High School and currently runs a small holiday letting cottage adjacent to their house.
The bunkhouse is intended as a new business venture for the couple in their later working years.
The proposed building is on the site of an old ruined blackhouse.
As the intended clients will be visitors arriving by bus, foot, ferry and bike, no car parking facilities are planned adjacent to the bunkhouse.
This and further planning applications can be viewed here.
Yacht towed to safety after engine failure
A yacht visiting the Sound of Raasay suffered engine failure today (Sunday 23 July.)
The yacht was located around two miles north of Portree and, thanks to the weather, was becalmed and at potential risk.
RNLI Portree towed the yacht back to Portree, where she is now secured pending engine maintenance.
Competition to name boat could win a trip for four
A competition is underway to name the newest addition to the Raasay House experience.
The competition involves coming up with a name for the new boat.
The best name will win the person who suggested it a boat trip for four people.
The competition closes on Monday 24 July at 2pm.
Suggestions can be made on the Raasay House Facebook page.
77 year-old Skye man representing Scotland in Powerlifting Championships
A 77 year-old man who lives on Skye has been selected to compete in the Four Nations Powerlifting Championships in Ireland this weekend.
David Hearn will represent Scotland against teams from Ireland, Wales and England in Castleblayney, County Monaghan.
The team of 12 must include five men, three women and a master, someone over 40 years old. Master classes are divided into age groups ascending every five years.
Mr Hearn, now retired from a 30 year long career as a firefighter in Glasgow, is a master level 8. In his last World Drug Free Federation Championships, Mr Hearn won his class of 75-80 year olds. He was one of three competitors in the M8 category.
The septuagenarian can bench press 85 kilograms, squat 112.5 kilograms and deadlift an outstanding 155 kilograms.
Mr Hearn intends to start with a comfortable weight at the start of the competition, before moving up and trying to beat his own record.
Skye Live 2017 line-up announced
Skye Live have announced the line-up for their 2017 event.
The two day festival will take place on Friday 22 and Saturday 23 of September at The Lump in Portree.
Those included in the line-up this year include Dekmantel Soundsystem, Shanti Celeste, Dixon Avenue Basement Jams, Joy Orbison, Eclair Fifi and Optimo amongst others.
For the entire line-up, visit the Skye Live site here.
Something fishy at Armadale
A large quantity of salmon heads has been dumped in a burn at Armadale.
Police Scotland said the fly-tipping incident may be connected to an attempt at doorstep sale of salmon.
They have appealed for anyone with information to contact the force.
Survey on Sleat health, wellbeing and sports facilities
A second survey is underway regarding Sleat health, wellbeing and sports facilities.
Sabhal Mòr Ostaig recently embarked on a student and staff survey to determine what health, wellbeing and sports facilities were required at the land on the College’s campus as part of the Kilbeg master plan.
This was followed by an open public meeting on Thursday 29th June to invite the views of the wider Sleat community and it was agreed that a second survey should be circulated providing the community with the opportunity to participate in the consultation exercise.
Your can access the survey here at https://www.surveymonkey.co.uk/r/JR3VF5R.
Tha Sabhal Mòr Ostaig air ceisteachan a sgaoileadh do dh'oileanaich is luchd-obrach na Colaiste o chionn ghoirid feuch dè na goireasan spòrs is slàinte a bhiodh a dhìth air àrainn na Colaiste an lùib mòr-phlana na Cille Bige.
Chaidh coinneamh phoblach a chumail an uair sin air Diardaoin 29 An t-Ògmhios airson beachdan muinntir Shlèite a chruinneachadh agus chaidh aontachadh gun rachadh ceisteachan eile a sgaoileadh a bheireadh cothrom don choimhearsnachd a thighinn an sàs anns a' cho-chomhairleachadh.
Bhitheamaid fada nur comain nam b' urrainn dhuibh an ceisteachan goirid seo a lìonadh mar a gheibhear aig https://www.surveymonkey.co.uk/r/JR3VF5R.
Tapadh leibh airson taic a thoirt don phròiseict.
Photograph from Sleat Community Council Facebook page.
Public events for Skye triangle port proposals
Caledonian Maritime Assets Limited (CMAL) will host a series of public exhibition events to share proposals for construction work at the Skye triangle ports of Tarbert (Harris), Uig and Lochmaddy.
The proposals cover prospective work to improve harbour infrastructure and operations for the arrival of the new 102 metre dual fuel ferry currently being built by CMAL to service the route.
The public exhibitions and consultations are being undertaken as part of the application process for the required marine licences for works at the ports. They will allow local communities and other interested parties to comment on proposals at an early stage, before final applications for the works at each port are submitted. The events are also a follow-up to a series of public meetings held in April this year.
Ruth McIntosh, Principal Planning Engineer at CMAL said: “We visited each of the communities in April this year to let them know about our initial plans to explore harbour modifications. At those meetings, we undertook to consider the comments received and update communities with developments as they progress. The public exhibitions in September are an opportunity for communities to see how the plans have developed and have their say on the proposals.
“We are now completing what we call the port master plans. Drawings showing the preferred options for work at each harbour will be published online prior to the events in September and discussed at the exhibitions. No final decisions have been made on what work will be carried out, and the works are subject to funding availability. We encourage those with an interest in this prospective work to come along to find out more and ask questions.”
The public exhibitions will take place:
Award for businesses helping the young work force
An award that acknowledges the contribution of businesses helping the young work force will form part of the Highland Business Week.
Developing the Young Work Force (DYW) West Highland will be supporting the Highland Business Week.
The winner of the West Highland Award will go forward to the final of the Highland Business Award for Developing the Young Workforce.
The awards will be presented to the employer who can best demonstrate a significant commitment to the development and growth of opportunities for young people.
Applicants will be judged on opportunities and training offered, relationships with schools and colleges and how the investment in the development of young people enhances the organisation’s growth and capability.
To enter, visit www.inverness-chamber.co.uk/events/event/highland-business-awards-2017 and download the application.
Coordinated by Inverness Chamber of Commerce, Highland Business Week, which runs from Monday 25 September through to Friday 29 September, hosts an exciting series of events. The finale of the week is the Highland Business Awards lunch, on Friday 29 September at the Drumossie Hotel, Inverness.
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North Skye Broadband discontinues State Aid application process
North Skye Broadband announced today (Thursday 20 July) that it will no longer be processing an application for State Aid funding from Broadband Delivery UK (BDUK) and Community Broadband Scotland (CBS).
The community organisation stated that the application process has been "dogged by delays due to complex public procurement requirements."
Those requirements included a nine-month delay waiting for a new State Aid funding scheme to be drawn up and approved by the EU after the Phase 2 scheme expired in June 2015.
North Skye Broadband (NSB) has already undertaken two separate State Aid Public Consultations – a mandatory requirement of the procurement process – and the decision not to proceed further comes as it was due to undertake a third such consultation, which itself has been delayed for nearly six months awaiting new and more accurate “Open Market Review” data (essential for the procurement process).
Geoff Semler, Chair of NSB, explained the reasons behind the decision: “Despite recent urgent discussions with HIE, CBS, and Scottish Government, a joint statement approved by all three bodies was issued to NSB on 22 June 2017 confirming that, in accordance with EU rules, the only funding available to North Skye Broadband in excess of the €200,000 de minimis provision would be via one of the formal State Aid schemes, none of which permit any funding other than for a network that is owned and operated by a commercial provider.
"Thus the State Aid process actually precludes NSB from adding any value to the implementation or operation of the network, instead it simply uses NSB as a funding conduit to provide a commercial operator (and its benefactors) with a state subsidy. Accordingly, it was agreed that as none of these schemes meet NSB’s requirements, the formal application process should be discontinued.”
Missing man traced
A 77 year-old man with dementia went missing in the north end of Skye.
Dunvegan and Portree Coastguard Rescue Teams were tasked to assist Police Scotland in searching for the missing man.
The units proceeded to Dunvegan but stood down as the missing person was found prior to the search beginning.
Death of beloved dog leads to investigation of pond water in Portree
The death of a dog has led to an investigation of the water in a Portree pond.
Sandy the dog had been swimming in the water at Portree's Sluggans Woodland Park before it died last month.
Ten and a half year old Sandy had previously been given a clean bill of health the Friday preceding his death. After swimming in the pond, he started fitting and had to be put down, according to David Sinclair, son of Sandy's owners.
The pond is a short distance from a recycling centre, a former landfill site and also a sewage treatment works.
The Scottish Environment Protection Agency (Sepa) has tested the water and found no traces of discharges from the sites or harmful blue-green algae.
As a precautionary measure, Highland Council has put warnings signs at the pond.
Sepa also plans to carry out further sampling.
A spokesperson for the agency said: "Sepa is not aware of any other activities which might have affected water quality in the area including the pond and we will continue to assist our local environmental health colleagues in their ongoing investigations."
Highland Council said: "Strict procedures are in place regarding the containment of discharges and these are fully adhered to.
"The council therefore considers that the source of any contamination in this pond or the surrounding area is not from landfilling activities past or present.
"We will fully co-operate with any further investigations SEPA plan to undertake."
Skye Events donate to 10 local volunteer organisations
A presentation was made to 10 local volunteer organisations that supported the Isle of Skye Half Marathon.
Skye Events, the organising body of the Half Marathon, made the donations last week.
The donations totalled £2,400.
Speaking at the event Alistair Danter, Chair of Skye Events, noted that with registrations at 990 and actual runner numbers at 741 this was the biggest field of competitors experienced by the Skye Half Marathon.
With 741 runners taking part in the event, 85% are from outwith Skye & Lochalsh. A race survey indicates that participants stay on average just over 2 nights in a range of accommodation types from tents to hotels. This results in an injection of around £85,000 into the local economy.
Further information on Skye Events can be found at www.skye-events.co.uk.
Above: Skye Events Chairman Alistair Danter presents local groups with donations for supporting this years Isle of Skye Half Marathon.
Support for Portree Lifeboat Crew
A cheque of £4000 was present to Portree Lifeboat Crew and Fundraisers.
The cheque was presented by Alfie Edwards on behalf of the Applecross boat pull team, of which he is a member.
A cheque of £1850 was also presented by Glynis Padgett in memory of her husband, Tony Padgett, a long time member of the Applecross boat pull team. Mr Padgett sadly passed away earlier this year.
Portree Lifeboat Crew and Fundraisers would like to say thank you very much to everyone who took part and donated to raise these wonderful sums of money.
Perthshire sheepdog handler wins trials at Staffin
A sheepdog handler from Perthshire won the Staffin Sheepdog Trials on Friday 14 July.
Peter Martin, from Glenlyon, and his dog Jen beat almost 70 other competitors from all over the UK, Europe and North America last Friday in Ellishadder.
The annual Staffin Sheepdog Trials, which is part of the Hebridean Circuit, featured a top-class line up of handlers and dogs.
Judge Ian MacKay, of Leanach Farm, Culloden, presided over the action for his second time at Staffin.
There were 68 dogs in the contest and handlers had travelled from as far afield as America, Canada, Sweden, Denmark, Ireland, England, Wales and Scotland, including Lewis and Shetland. The handlers and their dogs are scored on elements of the trial such as the success of the outrun, lift, bring and penning.
Ian, an international sheepdog handler who is originally from Raasay, said Peter and Jen had put on an excellent display. Peter is a former International Brace (running two dogs at the same time) Champion and is one of Scotland’s top handlers at the moment.
Ian said: “He had kept to the lines better than anybody else, that was why he was the winner. It is a very challenging course at Staffin. They are taking the sheep in at an angle and the sheep were very light, a bit flighty. The dogs had a job with them on the day.”
Ian, who has competed at Staffin himself, said the international handlers faced the same challenges as the UK competitors. It was a largely dry and pleasant fresh day although there were outbreaks of rain in late afternoon. The trials organiser, Ian MacDonald from Digg, won the Local Competition with a two-year bitch called Zoe.
Ian thanked everybody in the local community for their support in attending the event and his band of helpers who help before, during and after the event.
The excellent total of £1,800 was raised on the day for Crossroads Care and donations are still coming in.
NHS Highland to review charge for baby scan photos
NHS Highland's policy of charging for baby scan photos to be reviewed following Kate Forbes MSP's investigation
The only health board in Scotland that charges pregnant mums £5 for a copy of their baby scan photo has confirmed it will now review the practice.
NHS Highland continues to charge £5 for a copy or £10 for three photos of baby scan images, but an investigation by Kate Forbes MSP revealed that no other health board in Scotland asked for such a fee.
Responses to Freedom of Information requests showed that 12 out of the other 13 health boards provide a complimentary copy at ante-natal scan appointments, whilst NHS Lothian asks for a small voluntary donation.
Almost all expectant mums have an ultrasound scan around 12 and 20 weeks, which helps build a picture of their baby in the womb and gives an indication of his or her likely arrival date.
Kate Forbes MSP welcomed today's (17 July) news that NHS Highland will review its charging policy.
The MSP for Skye, Lochaber and Badenoch said: "I am pleased to hear that, after my investigation into the issue, NHS Highland has decided to review their policy of charging for baby scan photos.
"The matter came to light after I heard of a woman who had moved from Glasgow, where scan photos are free, to the Highlands, where she had to pay.
"My concern is the disparity between all the other health boards and NHS Highland.
"I believe we should support mums every step of the way as too often the greatest burden of child bearing and rearing falls on them.
"It's good news that NHS Highland has taken this information on board and chosen to review the practice.
"I look forward to hearing the outcome of this review."
Blas festival lineup announced
The Blas Festival aims to bring quality events to venues large and small across the Highland, offering the opportunity for communities to celebrate Highland culture. This year’s festival, taking place from 1 to 9 September, will be no exception.
The Festival will come to Skye for several performances.
The 13th festival lineup has been published and among many highlights will be special events celebrating the 80th birthdays of four icons of Gaelic Culture - Kenna Campbell, Fergie MacDonald, Morag MacLeod and Finlay MacLeod. The 2017 Blas Commission - Dìleab Uilleim - explores the Gaelic song legacy of Rev William Matheson, one of Scotland’s foremost collectors and authorities on Gaelic song. Those shows will feature introductions to the songs by Jo MacDonald and performances from Robert Robertson, Rachel Walker, Ross Wilson, Alasdair Whyte, Eilidh Cormack, Linda Macleod, Allan MacDonald and Christine Primrose.
Mary Ann Kennedy will be performing songs from her new album An Dàn and Gary Innes will be performing his new album Era. A CD of Lauren MacColl’s Fèis Rois Commission The Seer will be launched at two performances during Blas and Glòir nan Caman: Shinty’s Heroes will return with Hugh Dan MacLennan and a host of fine musicians focusing this time round on PM William Lawrie from Ballachulish. Two Fèisean - Fèis Lochabair and Fèis na h-Òige - will host concerts celebrating their 25th anniversaries.
Day of exploration at Ashaig Beach
A day of exploration at Ashaig Beach will take place on Friday 21 July.
Greener Broadford Project Officer, janet Ullman, and Marine Biologist, Mike Kendall, will be exploring the beach at low tide. They will discuss why a clean beach and sea affect everyone.
They will be meeting at the car park at Ashaig Beach at 12pm and the walk will finish at 1:30pm.
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Work begins on Broadford campsite
Work commenced on Broadford's new campsite last week (Monday 10 July.)
The new campsite, Camping Skye, is located with the Community Woodland.
Macdonald Groundworks Ltd started the groundworks and RK Joinery are set to start their work later in the summer.
Funding was secured from the Big Lottery Fund, Highland and Islands Enterprise and the Scottish Hydro Electric Community Trust.
Looking snappy with Smartphone Photography Competition
A new photographic competition has been launched
Organised by local tourism venture, I ❤️ Skye, the 2017 Smartphone Photography Competition is now running.
Snaps from the commute to work, dog walking excursions or a day out on the island are all welcome.
I ❤️Skye will create a shortlist of the top 20 images with the help of a local professional photographer, we will then allow you guys to decide a winner via our social media pages!
Those top images will be entered into an exclusive exhibition where the winning image will be announced!
Five percent of all profits from this and other ventures will be donated to a local charity, community group or project.
Entry for one photo costs £5 and five photos cost £15. All the rules terms and conditions can be read before entering.
Details of the competition can be found here.
Sheepdog trials raise over a thousand for Crossroads Care
Staffin Sheepdog Trials, held on Friday 14 July, raised over a thousand pounds for Crossroads Care.
The trials enabled those taking part to showcase their skills.
The event raised £1818 for Crossroads Care.
Image from Scotland's For All Facebook page.
Breezy Skye walk could win a holiday for rescue dog Charlie
A rescue dog taking a walk on Skye is in the running to win a pet-friendly holiday in the Isles of Scilly.
Owners Linda and Craig Moore entered a photograph of three-year-old Charlie looking windswept during a brisk walk on the Isle of Skye into a Countryfile competition.
But last year Charlie nearly died after his immune system started attacking his joints.
"He went from being like a puppy to an old man overnight. He couldn't stand up or walk and wouldn't eat or drink," said Linda.
The couple took Charlie to the vet, who diagnosed him with the rare condition.
A year later, he has finally stopped taking medication and Linda is hoping that he will win the competition so the couple can take him on holiday.
As of today (Saturday 15 July), Charlie has 513 votes and he is in the running to win the contest.
Linda said: "I think he deserves it. He's recovering from being really poorly.
"We got Charlie from Warrington Animal Welfare two years ago. Someone had him from a puppy and I don't think he was badly treated but he's very, very energetic and he may have been too much to handle.
"He's a Jack Russell Shih Tzu cross and they have small man syndrome."
Linda added: "We thought the photo was funny because he looks like he's in a wind tunnel."
To see Charlie's entry click here and select 'sort entries by most popular.'
Share your thoughts on possible uses for Kyle Toll Booth Office
Members of the public are encouraged to share their opinions on potential uses for the former Toll Booth Office in Kyle.
The Kyle and Lochalsh Community Trust is in discussions with Transport Scotland to obtain the former Skye Bridge Administration Building in Kyle, known as the Toll Booth Office.
The Trust would like to use the building as its base but is also looking at renting out "hot desks" and a meeting room to local organisations, businesses and individuals.
If you are interested in using such facilities, please send the Trust an interest note. Further information is provided on the form. You can also email Jo at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. to request this form as a Word document either by email or post.
Food, Farming & Environment Photo Competition
A competition has been launched by NFU Scotland which focusses on Scottish food, farming and the environment to encourage people to get out and about and enjoy the countryside responsibly.
The NFU Scotland Photography Competition 2017 is open for entries in two age categories – 18 years of age and under, and 18 years of age and older – with some fantastic prizes up for grabs, including from NFUS affinity partner Travel Solutions, Aldi Scotland, Laggan Outdoors and Blackstone Clydesdales.
Winning photographs will appear within the Union’s membership magazine, the Scottish Farming Leader, which goes to 8,500 farmers, crofters and stakeholders. Submitted images may feature on promotional material by NFU Scotland and Aldi, as well as on social media channels.
Images must be more than 300 dpi and at least 2MB in size and must have been taken in Scotland. Entries should be submitted by email to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. with full name, address, date of birth, contact number and details of when and where the photograph was taken provided. The closing date for entries is Thursday 17 August 2017 at 5pm with winners notified thereafter.
Minginish Soup and Pudding cancelled
The Blythswood Soup and Pudding lunch, originally scheduled held at Minginish Community Hall, has been cancelled.
The event will be rescheduled.
Inquiries made regarding Fairy Glen loch
Those who visit the Fairy Glen are currently puzzling over the state of the small loch at the foot of the glen.
Cabinet Secretary for Tourism to visit Skye
The Cabinet Secretary for Culture, Tourism and External Affairs has accepted an invitation from constituency MSP Kate Forbes to visit the Isle of Skye.
It is hoped that Fiona Hyslop will address a gathering of community representatives, local businesses and public bodies at the second of a series of meetings organised by Kate Forbes MSP. A date has yet to be finalised, but will be announced in due course.
These meetings are part an ongoing process led by Ms Forbes to identify and find solutions to the pressures on Skye caused by increases in tourism on the island.
Programme manager to lead Staffin heritage project
A key staff appointment has been made by a north Skye community organisation as it prepares to deliver a major heritage project.
Angus Murray is the new programme manager for the Staffin Community Trust’s (SCT) Skye Ecomuseum II.
Angus, who previously worked for Museum and Tasglann nan Eilean in the Western Isles, will manage a wide-ranging activities programme for the project. It includes a new curriculum resource to be developed for Skye primary schools, children’s craft and storytelling events, health walks for older residents, archaeology/wildlife events/workshops, a local history society, a walking festival, business forum, guided walks and tours, etc
Skye Summer Youth Activities 2017
Various Highland High Life activities are available for young people this summer.
Booking for transport is essential and an AYPES registration form must be submitted beforehand.
A Level 4 Sports Leader Award course week will be underway beginning 31st July. This is bookable online here. For further information, contact This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
Isle of Raasay whisky distiller appointed
The Isle of Raasay is set to have its first legal whisky distiller.
Iain Robertson has been appointed distiller of R&B Distillers' Raasay Distillery.
He is a graduate of Heriot-Watt University's Brewing and Distilling School in Edinburgh.
The new distillery is to due to open in September.
Temporary traffic lights at Stromeferry Bypass
Drivers are being advised that temporary traffic lights are in place on a section of the A890 Stromeferry Bypass.
The Highland Council has appointed Geo-Rope Ltd to carry out vegetation removal, scaling and rock slope stabilisation measures to the roadside slopes on a section of the A890 road between Ardnaff and Attadale in Wester Ross.
To ensure the safety of road users, and the contractors undertaking the work, temporary traffic lights have been installed on this section of road. The works began yesterday (Monday 10 July) and are expected to last for 8 weeks.
Anyone using this road is advised that no road closures are expected but the temporary traffic lights will remain until all works are completed. Supervising staff from The Highland Council will be on site during the works.
Enter photographic competition celebrating Highland archaeology
Planning is already underway for the Highland Archaeology Festival, the huge celebration of Highland heritage which takes place in October, organised by The Highland Council. New this year is a chance to capture a bit of Highland Heritage in the HAF2017 photographic competition.
The competition invites people to submit one or two pictures which celebrate Highland archaeology, history or heritage. Highland Council Archaeologist Kirsty Cameron explains: “It could be a monument in the landscape, a building, an object in a museum or people enjoying our varied heritage – there’s so much to choose from. We’ve kept it simple, with entries invited from under 16s and over 16s.”
Prizes for the under 16s are courtesy of DigIt! 2017– chocolate brochs for the first 50 entries, and T-shirts and broch lego kits for the top 7 entries. For adults, the National Trust for Scotland and Historic Environment Scotland have each donated a year’s membership and we are offering free entry to the Recent Archaeological Discoveries and Research conference in October.
The deadline for entries is Tuesday 15 August to allow the shortlisted entries to be displayed during Highland Archaeology Festival which runs from 30 September to 15 October. Winners will be announced at the conference on Sunday 15 October in Inverness.
During the Festival organisations, museums and individuals have offered over 100 events and exhibitions throughout the Highlands, as well as a museum trail and new for 2017, a geocache trail. Details are already posted on the HAF website www.highlandarchaeologyfestival.org, and a printed brochure will be available at libraries, service points, tourist information points and other venues from early September.
Further details and the entry forms for the photographic competition are available on the HAF website www.highlandarchaeologyfestival.org. Highland Archaeology Festival is part of Scotland’s Year of History, Heritage and Archaeology 2017.
Skye finalist in 'window view' contest
A bed and breakfast establishment on Skye is a finalist in an annual competition to decide the UK's best "Window with a View."
Bars, pubs and hotels from across the country have been selected from hundreds of entries for 11 different regions in the contest run by MyGlazing.com, a consumer advice website that offers support to homeowners looking to invest in glazing.
Finalists named in Talisker competition
Bartenders were recently challenged to come up with an original serve championing island malt, Talisker.
Launched as part of its wider Made by the Sea campaign, the regional heats in Edinburgh, Glasgow, Manchester, Bournemouth, Bristol and London, assessed by Diageo Reserve judges David Sinclair, Ali Reynolds and Ervin Trykowski, produced the six finalists.
The group heading to the Talisker Distillery on the Isle of Skye for the grand final are Rebecca Bevvy from The Laundrette Group in Manchester (pictured); Dave Ali from The Finneston, Glasgow; Andrew Lennie from The Printing Press Bar & Kitchen, Edinburgh; Daniel Bovey from Be at One, Bristol; Mike Pendergast from East London Liquor Company, London; and Charles Roche from Scout, London.
The final will take place in August, with the winner awarded the title of Talisker ambassador and receive a PR campaign to raise their profile in the sector. The paid role will see them communicate the Made by the Sea campaign through social media and events.
Connecting the UK coastline with 100 installations
100 installations are set to be installed in various places around Britain's coast.
42 of those installations are intended for the Scottish coastline, with two hoped to be located on the Isle of Skye.
Called Daymarks, the UK charity, Tour de Coast, is aiming to connect the UK coastline together through the installations.
Although the project is still in the early stages, a prototype has been made and potential locations pinpointed - but the team behind the project are keen to hear community feedback.
Marcial Boo, chair of Tour de Coast, told The Skye Times: "We're now in the process of agreeing the exact locations of the Daymarks around the country, and raising the £5,000 to manufacture each Daymark plus the costs of transporting it from Surrey where the blacksmith's forge is located and installing it on site.
"We want to agree the precise locations with local communities.
"We hope to have two Daymarks in Skye, at places where perhaps you would like to 'spread' visitors to - so we thought of suggesting one around Loch Harport and another near Uig, and not have one in Portree for example.
Have your say on WestPlan
Anyone who hasn't had their say on the Proposed West Highland and Islands Local Development Plan (WestPlan) is encouraged to do so before midday on 21 July 2017.
Published alongside WestPlan is the Proposed Action Programme which shows how the Plan can be implemented on the ground.
Scott Dalgarno, Development Plans Manager explains, “We want to make sure that communities and other agencies work alongside the Council in delivering this plan and the Action Programme shows how that might happen. We have consulted Scottish Ministers, Key Agencies and other parties mentioned in the Action Programme during its preparation.”
Strategic infrastructure projects for the West Highland and Islands area are identified, such as A890 Stromeferry Bypass and upgrading of facilities at Uig Harbour. Actions for specific settlements are also included, for example completion of the Portree Link Road and upgrades to Mallaig Harbour.
Comments on the plan have been coming in steadily, but the Council is urging anyone who wants to comment but has not already done so, to submit their comments before the deadline.
Tim Stott of the Development Plans Team said, “You should let us know what you object to or support in the Proposed Plan, including any development sites, and mention the reasons why you object/support and any changes you would like to be made.”
Glamaig Hill Race 2017 - Full Results
Finlay Wild retained his status as winner of the Glamaig Hill Race as he ran to victory with a time of 46 minutes 18 seconds.
He was followed by Richard Macleod with a time of 57 minutes 15 seconds. Alex Scandolera took third place in 58 minutes and 22 seconds.
The first female across the line was Diana MacDonald with a time of 1 hour, 4 minutes and 34 seconds.
The full race results can be viewed here.
Young carers in the Highlands asked to take part in survey
Young carers in the Highlands are encouraged to have their say in a survey.
Young people aged 14-24 who are carrying out a caring or support role for a family member are encouraged to make their voices heard.
A young carer is a child or young person under the age of 18 who cares for a member of their family. A young adult carer is a young person aged 18-24 who cares for a member of their family.
The information in this survey will be stored securely and will be seen by decision makers at Highland Council and other relevant agencies.
The survey and more information can be found here.
Casualty assisted from Loch Coruisk
A casualty was assisted to Broadford Hospital following a fall on the shore at Loch Coruisk.
The fall on Friday 7 July resulted in a leg injury.
Kyle Coastguard Rescue Team manned the landing site at Broadford Hospital as the coastguard helicopter flew in.
Struan Gala Day
Colourful buntings, bouncy castles that lived up to their name, delicious local baking and a community atmosphere - all part of what made Struan Community Gala a delight to attend.
The Gala was held today (Saturday 8 June), after it had been postponed from its original date in June due to forecast wind.
The event was packed full of activities, including various bouncy castles, competitions and activities to include all ages.
A.C.E. Target Sports provided entertainment and friendly competition for the crowds with air rifle shooting and axe throwing.
Finlay Wild wins Glamaig Hill Race
Finlay Wild defended his title as Glamaig Hill Race winner today (Saturday 8 July.)
Finlay crossed the line with a time of 46 minutes and 18 seconds.
A much-anticipated part of Glamaig Hill Race is the duck race.
Skye Bridge 10k winners!
Over 40 runners took part in The Skye Bridge 10k today (Saturday 8 July.)
The race was won by Steven Worsley from Inverness with a time of 37 minutes and 59 seconds.
In second place was Ellie Buchan from Aberdeen with a time of 38 minutes and 26 seconds.
The full race results are below:
Steven Worsley M 37.59
Ellie Buchan F 38.26
Chris Kerr M 39.47
Ally Sutherland M 40.25
Andrew Neil M 41.23
Mark MacDonald M 43.28
Alexander Tindall M 44.04
Car damaged in Carbost
A car in Carbost village was damaged during the night on Thursday 6 July.
Paint was splashed on the car.
Local police have asked anyone with information to get in touch.
Portree couple taking a plunge on their anniversary
A couple from the Isle of Skye will be celebrating their wedding anniversary at the open water swim in Loch Lomond.
Portree couple, Jacqueline Forrest, 53, and her husband Duncan, 56, have entered the Great Scottish Swim, which falls on the day of their 28th wedding anniversary on Saturday 26 August.
Jacqueline said: “We decided to enter as we swim regularly at our local pool and thought it would be good to aim for something positive to do with our exercise routine.
“We have never celebrated our wedding anniversary with something as unique as this, so when we saw that the date coincided with the swim, it seemed a shame not to go for it.
“Our children thought we were joking when we told them about it!”
Duncan and Jacqueline will be swimming half a mile in Loch Lomond in the event, which offers a range of distances for swimmers of all ages and abilities: a half mile, 1 mile, 2 miles, 5K and 10K.
Fundraising for a charity is optional at the Great Scottish Swim, as many entrants choose to enter to mark their personal achievements or milestones
Jacqueline said: “We haven’t decided about swimming for a charity yet, but if we do, it would be a combination of sharing monies between a cancer charity and the RAF Benevolent Fund, as we have family associated with both.”
Regardless of whether they opt to raise money, the open water swim will be a fantastic way to commemorate 28 years of marriage.
No need to search for change thanks to new parking machine service
Motorists using Highland Council car parking machines will no longer have to search for change with the introduction of ‘RingGo’ phone parking payments across the region.
RingGo is a quick, easy to use mobile phone service, which lets motorists pay for their parking with a credit or debit card, rather than using cash at a machine. Drivers who park their car in an area featuring the RingGo service, can simply contact RingGo by smartphone app, calling 01463 690 001, SMS or on-line, and pay for their parking by phone.
With RingGo, there’s no need to carry change; nor visit a parking machine; nor receive parking tickets as Parking Enforcement Officers check which vehicles are parked with RingGo via their handheld units.
Pre-register with RingGo by using the RingGo smartphone app (downloadable free of charge either through your phone or from the relevant store) or on the internet at www.myRingGo.co.uk/register (external link).
While pre-registering for the service motorists will be asked to provide: the number plate, colour and make of their vehicle and their payment card details.
Drivers can also register at the same time they want to park, either by using the RingGo app or by calling the RingGo number which is 01463 690 001.
For further information on RingGo visit www.RingGo.co.uk.
185 mile journey from Stonehaven to Skye
A father from Aucheblae will be walking 185 miles from Stonehaven to Skye this month.
Gary Stewart will be making the journey to raise money for SANDS, the Stillbirth and Neo-natal death charity.
The charity has a special place in Gary and his wife, Kimerley's, hearts after they lost their daughter hours after she was born on September 30 2012.
Gary stated: "This September marks five years since we got to say hello to our baby girl and then tragically had to say goodbye the very same day.
"I have decided to take on this personal challenge to honour what should be her fifth birthday with us.
Sabhal Mòr Ostaig gain approval for new course
Tha sinn air leth toilichte gun d’fhuair Sabhal Mòr Ostaig dearbhadh bho OGE agus barantas bhon GTCS airson cùrsa teagaisg ùr, BA (le Urram) Gàidhlig agus Foghlam, a thabhann bhon t-Sultain 2017. Tha an cùrsa teagaisg freagarrach airson oileanaich ullachadh airson an dà chuid Bun-sgoil (teagasg tro mheadhan na Gàidhlig) agus Àrd-sgoil (a’ teagasg Gàidhlig mar chuspair). Tha tuilleadh fiosrachadh mun chùrsa air làrach-lìn na colaiste.
The College has been successful in gaining UHI Approval and GTCS (General Teaching Council for Scotland) Accreditation for the BA (Hons) in Gaelic and Education, to be delivered from September 2017. The new course is for both primary (Gaelic-medium) and secondary teaching (Gaelic as a subject). Further information on the course is available on the college website.
Police warn public to be on guard against suspicious callers
Police officers in the Skye, Lochalsh and Applecross area are urging members of the public to be on their guard of suspicious callers.
In particular officers would ask people to be aware if they are offered services such as tarring and property maintenance.
Acting Inspector Bruce Crawford said: "It is well known that such door to door cold calling can be a front for criminal activity and I am particularly concerned that vulnerable members of our community may fall victim to unscrupulous criminals who prey on such vulnerability.
"Anyone offering such services should be asked to produce a written quotation bearing the full name and address of the company and information relating to cancellation periods available. No money should change hands prior to work being commenced.
"In a rural community we rely on friends, family and neighbours to look out for those most vulnerable to such fraudulent activity.
"Those intent on targeting the more vulnerable in our communities show no concern for the emotional or financial well-being of those they offend against and are very difficult to track down if the standard of work proves to be unsatisfactory.
"My advice is to use a reputable company, do not agree to any work being carried out before you have spoken to someone you trust and never hand over any money or bank details until you are completely satisfied."
Anyone with information regarding doorstep crime should contact 101 or Crimestoppers if they wish to remain anonymous on 0800555111 and their information is not urgent.
No waiting at any time on Bosville Terrace
From today (Wednesday 5 July), waiting at any time on Bosville Terrace in Portree will be suspended.
The amended traffic regulation order will be enforced by by parking enforcement officers and will last until 30 September 2017.
Skye among top ten islands for cycling
Skye is one of the top ten islands for cycling, according to a list by Active Traveller.
They cite Skye's "barren, craggy landscapes" and highlight the Trotternish peninsula as a must visit location.
They describe the landscapes as being "shaded a thousand hues of brown, dripped with a thin, deserted ribbon of tarmac, backed by foreboding, dark grey mountains."
Also mentioned is stunt rider, Danny MacAskill's, 2015 video The Ridge, showing him riding the Cuillin Ridge - and a reminder not to attempt to copy him: "But don’t even think of riding there yourself – this ridge is considered one of the most extreme ridge scrambles in the world…"
Skye is mentioned along with other islands, including Iceland, Tenerife and Mallorca.
The full list can be seen here.
Bus vandalised in Dunvegan
Police Scotland is appealing for information after a Stagecoach bus was vandalised whilst parked in at the cemetery lay by in Dunvegan sometime between 8pm on Friday 30 June and 3.30pm on Sunday 2 July.
A fire extinguisher was also taken from the bus.
Anyone with any information that may be useful should contact Police Scotland on 101 quoting NP/5570/17 or speak to any police officer.
Alternatively information can be passed anonymously via the charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
Stronger penalties for those sharing intimate images without consent
Prosecuting people who share or threaten to share intimate images without consent will be easier under a new law which comes into force this month.
From 3 July 2017, those convicted the offence could face up to five years in prison under the Abusive Behaviour and Sexual Harm (Scotland) Act 2016.
A public information campaign will raise awareness of the new legislation to ensure people understand that this behaviour is criminal and the severe penalties that it now carries.
The bold campaign also aims to increase the understanding of the many forms the crime can take, including the act of sharing and the threat to share intimate images. Exploring the consequences for those who are affected to drive home how the crime is affecting lives.
To find out more visit www.notyourstoshare.scot.
Fèis an Eilein - The Skye Festival
Skye's "awesomely beautiful" and "percussively powerful" Gaelic singer, Anne Martin, opens the 2017 Skye Festival – Fèis an Eilein – on Wednesday 5 July with the world premiere of her exciting musical collaboration entitled Roots.
Developed from Ceumannan, an inter-cultural song commission with Manchester-based sound artist Jason Singh, the project won a PRS Foundation award and was given a 15 minute showcase at the Hull International Festival before moving to Skye and then to London's Southbank.
Anne returns to Sleat on 2 August to sing a collection of erotic Gaelic songs from An Leabhar Liath, revealing the risqué references in Gaelic song that have been lost over time. She appears with Ian MacPherson, Peter Mackay and Ingrid Henderson.
Delivered to the Isle of Skye by Sleat-based performing arts promoters, SEALL (Skye Events for All), The Skye Festival - Fèis an Eilein - is a celebration of island culture and performing arts and runs until 28 August in venues in and around the south of Skye.
Traditionally, the Fèis has had a strong focus on Scots trad music and 2017 is no exception with concerts taking place by some of the country's most respected musicians, plus a few international stars.
This year the line-up includes a performance by Charlie McKerron, Marc Clement and 'friends' (8 August); a cèilidh night with Fergie MacDonald (18 July); a mammoth fiddle night with Alastair Fraser (28 July); a concert featuring Donald Black and Martin Skene (30 July); an evening with singer Margaret Stewart and Ingrid Henderson (9 August); and a stunning concert featuring four of Scotland's top trad musicians − fiddle player Adam Sutherland; singer Mairearad Green; Hamish Napier, flute and whistle; and Blazin' Fiddles guitarist Anna Massie − will take place on 22 August.
Mallaig RNLI help rescue casualty
Mallaig RNLI lifeboat and two paramedics received a call for assistance to the Isle of Eigg today (Tuesday 4 July.)
The request was received from Scottish Ambulance Service for assistance to evacuate a casualty with suspected collar bone fracture.
Mallaig RNLI lifeboat was tasked along with two paramedics. Eigg Coastguard Rescue Team assisted transfer at Eigg.
Reinstatement call for 24/7 NHS Emergency Cover for Portree and North Skye
Members of The Highland Council have agreed that an approach should be made to the Cabinet Secretary for Health and Sport, Shona Robison, to come to meet with the Leader of Highland Council, Cllr Margaret Davidson and the four Skye councillors on behalf of the Skye and Raasay Committee to request that the 24/7 NHS Emergency Cover be reinstated for Portree and North Skye.
The meeting with the four Skye councillors will also include Members from Ward 5 (Wester Ross, Strathpeffer and Lochalsh).
Members agreed the approach to the Cabinet Secretary following discussion on a motion to the Meeting of The Highland Council on Thursday 29 June from 3 Skye Councillors; Cllr Calum MacLeod, Cllr Ronald MacDonald and Cllr John Gordon which stated: “The people of Skye and Raasay are asking for 24/7 NHS Emergency Cover to be reinstated for Portree and North Skye. The people of Skye and Raasay also have widespread unease about the NHS Highland redesign process with many key questions remaining unanswered.
Since these unanswered questions relate literally to life and death issues, we ask the Highland Council to approach the Cabinet Secretary for Health & Sport, Shona Robison, to come to meet with the Leader of Highland Council and with the four Skye Councillors on behalf of the Isle of Skye and Raasay Committee.”
Members also discussed the NHS response tabled to the Council from NHS Highland’s Chair David Alston.
Missing walker located
Local police took to Twitter today (Monday 3 July) to appeal for help to find a missing walker.
A 52 year-old male was separated from his friend in the Trotternish Peninsula. He was wearing a blue jacket, black trousers and a green rucksack.
The missing walker was traced safe and well.
Man injured beside Loch Coruisk
A 60 year-old male sustained head injuries by Loch Coruisk on Saturday 1 July.
The coastguard helicopter and Kyle Coastguard Rescue Team were tasked to assist the man who had received head injuries from his fall.
The casualty was taken to Broadford Hospital.
Kate Forbes seeks views on surgery tour
Kate Forbes MSP is seeking to hear views from constituents regarding a summer surgery tour.
The MSP for Skye, Lochaber and Badenoch, which includes Dingwall, the Black Isle, Loch Ness and the Great Glen, is planning a whistle-stop tour of the entire constituency as part of her plans for the summer recess.
Kate Forbes MSP said she was particularly keen to meet with local community organisations and businesses, whose views will help shape her priorities for the year ahead in the Scottish Parliament.
From the end of July to the end of August, she will be meeting with community organisations, businesses and members of the public across the region.
Kate Forbes MSP said: “I have always maintained that I have the most beautiful and constituency in Scotland, if not the world, which is home to some of the most enterprising communities.
“It is a privilege for me to serve as MSP for Skye, Lochaber and Badenoch.
Award for heroism goes to four from Flodigarry
Four people from Flodigarry Hotel received an award for their heroism and bravery.
Elizabeth and Paulus Temming, owners of Flodigarry Hotel, along with their employees, Mark Thornber and Leon Passveer, were presented with a Society for the Protection of Life from Fire Award at Portree Police Officeon Friday 30 June.
A fire broke out on site in one of their co-worker's caravan, Darren Neville. Given the very remote location of the fire - and the severity of the fire and smoke - it's clear that the swift and brave actions of those involved in rescuing Darren undoubtedly saved his life.
Alleged robbery in Portree
An alleged robbery took place in Portree today (Sunday 2 July).
The incident took place at Marmalade Hotel on Home Farm Road at around 4.50am. A low three figure sum of cash was stolen, and subsequently discovered.
A 25 year-old man has been detained in relation to the incident.
Portree art exhibition to raise money for Scottish Autism
An art exhibition in Portree will help raise money for Scottish Autism.
The local Skyeworks Gallery in Portree is organising the 'Time and Tide' Charity Exhibition, for which artists are being asked to enter their pieces to go on sale from 29 July. All artwork will be priced at £85, with £25 of the sale price being donated to Scottish Autism.
Autism is a lifelong developmental condition that affects the way a person communicates, interacts and processes information.
Liza Hawthorne, owner of the Skyeworks Gallery, said: "I would love to raise as much money as possible for Scottish Autism because I know how much this charity does for individuals and families around Scotland affected by the condition. Hopefully as many artists as possible will put their work into the exhibition: we are aiming to hang at least 100 canvases. It's incredibly exciting - a real opportunity for the community to see and buy fantastic work at affordable prices AND raise money for a great cause!"
Liza continued: "'Time and Tide' is open to all entries and is anonymous (artwork should not be signed on the front), which gives a wonderful opportunity for artists to be creative and experimental! We have a mix of highly acclaimed and unknown artists entering work. All art obviously takes skill and time, and to recognise this all work will receive a set remuneration of £50 if it sells."
Artists can enter their work to the gallery up to the 28 July.
Karen Wilson, Fundraising Manager at Scottish Autism, said: "We love the idea that artists can enjoy exploring their talent, yet also help raise money for Scottish Autism and its many support services across Scotland. We are enormously grateful to Skyeworks for choosing to support us, and would encourage as many artists and members of the public as possible to get involved too!"
Police ask for information after car vandalised in Portree
Police have appealed for information concerned a car vandalised in Portree.
A grey Mazda was vandalised early this morning (Saturday 1 July.)
Anyone with information is asked to call 101 or contact PC Ferguson at Portree police station.
Ceilidh at Waternish Hall
A ceilidh featuring a live band will be held at Waternish Community Hall.
Local band, Sheepshank Redemption, will be performing.
The ceilidh will take place on Friday 4 August and there will be a bar.
Tickets are available from Cuckoo Tree Studios, The Shilasdair Shop and Dandelion Designs.
Tickets are £10 per adult and under 16s are free.
There will also be a raffle in aid of hall funds.
Love of the hills lives on
Scott and the mountains of Skye he loved
He was a mountain man who loved the rugged hills of Skye and now, even in death, Scott Travers' passion for high places will live on helping protect others following in his footsteps.
Friends and family were shocked when Scott tragically passed away on only his 52nd birthday.
Now though thanks to those who knew him, his association with the island's mountains which meant so much to him, will continue with a £3,000 donation raised in Scott's name and handed over to Skye Mountain Rescue.
The money, in honour of the father of one who lived in Dunfermline but travelled around the world to climb, was raised through donations at his funeral and the Just Giving page set up by his fiance Debbie Macdonald.
Handing over the money to Skye MRT, Debbie said: "Scott was at his happiest climbing mountains and often spoke of the amazing work done by the mountain rescue teams. He would be proud to help towards the safety of other kindred spirits.
Dunvegan Show - A Spectacular Display Of Local Talent
The fields around Dunvegan School came alive today - abuzz with activities, entertainments and competitions.
Alert after cash 'skimming" devices found in Mallaig
Anyone who has used a cash machine in Mallaig in the last 48 hours is urged to check their bank accounts for unexpected cash withdrawals.
Police Scotland is urging the public to be vigilant after skimming devices were found on cash machines in Mallaig.
During this morning (Saturday 30 July) a member of the public discovered a skimming device on an ATM at the Royal Bank of Scotland branch in the busy ferry port, and further enquiries also discovered that an ATM at the local Bank of Scotland had been tampered with.
Health fears force recall
Lidl has been forced to recall one of its products over health fears.
The decision was taken because although the product is Alesto Honey Peanuts there is no mention in English on the label that there is peanut in it.
According to the Food Standards Agency, who have issued the alert, this makes the product a possible health risk to anyone with an allergy to peanut, a condition which can prove fatal in the event of an extreme reaction.
Broadford community scheme moves a step nearer
Exciting and ambitious plans to create a community woodland campsite in Broadford have taken a significant step forward.
The Broadford and Strath Community Company, who are behind the project, are now looking to appoint a project manager to manage the whole scheme and see it through to completion.
The post is funded by the Big Lottery Fund and Highlands and Islands Enterprise with the project manager to oversee the construction works for the development of the site, establish the campsite business and support the first year of its operation.
Youngster helps save uncle
A 13 year old made his way to safety to raise the alarm after his uncle was badly injured in The Cuillin.
The French youngster had earlier in the day been out walking with his father and uncle however having set off to see the Fairy Pools they somehow overshot in misty conditions and ended climbing up and over into the rugged terrain of Harta Corrie. It was there that the man slipped and fell breaking both his arm and leg.
Skye Mountain Rescue were first alerted to the incident at around 5.45pm on Thursday (July 29)
Rescued man "improving"
A man airlifted to hospital after a shoreline rescue near Portree was described as “improving” by local police more than a week after the dramatic incident.
In what turned out to be a multi-agency on July 22 involving ambulance, coastguard, police and RNLI personnel a middle aged man was located and given emergency assistance after apparently falling on the rocky shoreline at Bearreraig Bay close to the Storr Lochs hydro electric plant.
On arrival at the scene Portree’s RNLI inflatable was used to put crew members ashore.
Members of the public - incliuding a ten-year-old boy and 14 year-old boy - originally raised the alarm. The 14-year-old ran up to the top of the steep slope nearby to phone for assistance and also brought down blankets to assist the casualty on the beach.
Eventually he was stretchered to the Coastguard Search and Rescue helicopter which managed to land nearby before being flown to Raigmore Hospital in Inverness for emergency treatment
Skye Games all at sea
Trophies up for grabs
Skye Games takes to the water this week-end with the annual Dinghy Regatta.
With the main Highland Games events taking place on Wednesday, the sailing is on Saturday, (30th July), in Portree bay and with new boats and new sails the organisers, Skye Sailing Club, are confident it will be a great success.
A spokesman said: “Any Member at RYA Level 2 or above that is confident enough they will not crash into others can take part in one of the Club's boats. We do not want to exclude anyone so will try and make it work for you.
Don’t forget today is Operation Tweet day for Skye Police. Follow them through their Friday shift and find out what they are doing.
Safety warning over child food supplement
Abbott Nutrition is recalling two batches of its PaediaSure Plus Fibre Vanilla Flavour 200ml bottle and its PaediaSure Plus Banana Flavour 200ml bottle on a precautionary basis because the product in some bottles may have different texture or consistency due to compromised sterility.
Normally used in relation to child growth and development, the product is for special medical purposes for use under medical supervision, and not for general sale by retail. The products below, according to the Food Standards Agency, may be unsafe due to insufficient sterilisation.
Sensational strings in Sleat
One hundred and thirty fiddlers and cellists come together for a sell out event in Sleat tomorrow evening.
Celebrating 30 years of visiting the peninsula, Alasdair Fraser of Scotland and California, will being staging his Mammoth Fiddle event as part of the Skye Festival at Sabhal Mòr Ostaig.
The event is part of the annual Fiddle Summer School and Alasdair wants the concert to be an entertaining and fun extravaganza event for the course participants as well as the public. Last year he jammed in well over 100 fiddlers, 30 cellists and some soloists to entertain a full house of excited listeners.
Brought safely ashore
Sea Cloud II
Portree RNLI were in action last night (July 27) to bring ashore an elderley lady in need of urgent medical attention.
Local crew members took their boat shortly before 5.30pm after a call from assistance from the 86 metre long pasenger cruise ship The Sea Cloud II.
A normal working day!
Want to know what your local police team get up to in a normal working day? Then tomorrow is your chance to find out.
Follow the steps of Skye officers from 7am – 5pm as – duties dependent – they tweet live all through their shift.
If you want to find out more then just follow the link here
Processed meat product recall
Processed meat product producer Mattessons have issued a recall notice the Food Standards Agency has confirmed.
Affected are Roast Chicken Flavour Fridge Raider products because they may contain pieces of plastic. The company say no other items in their range are involved.
For the full list of products involved with the recall check here
Call to Staffin residents
Talks about the future of the iconic Skye attraction – the Storr – take place in Staffin this week-end.
As consultation gathers pace the consultants chosen to look at all options are hoping to get some local views when they stage a public event at the Community Hall on Saturday (July 30).
Staffin Community Trust (SCT) announced last month that a consortium led by Hazel Allen of Dingwall-based Athena Solutions, Richard Heggie of Urban Animation and Sam Foster Architects, were awarded the contract to carry out an Options Appraisal of Highland Council-owned land at the Storr.
The team is now looking for input from local people as it sets about investigating all the options at the busy site, next to the A855 Staffin-Portree road.
Time to go call
Skye's Fiona Mandeville
Crisis point looks to have been reached in the on-going row surrounding the Crofting Commission.
For after weeks of claim and counter-claim the Scottish Crofting Federation (SCF) appeared to have had enough and have called for the head of the man they see as ultimately responsible for the common grazings row.
Now the SCF want the resignation of the Commission’s Convenor, Colin Kennedy and as an olive branch to the to the rest of the board have made it clear that with him gone they are happy to continue to work with the Crofting Commission in the future.
Skye based SCF Chair, Fiona Mandeville said: “It is clearly time for Kennedy to go,”
Injured man helped to safety
The skills of four Polish medics weren’t enough to help after one of them fell heavily while out walking on the Trotternish Ridge.
Skye Mountain Rescue had to be called in to assist the party when one of the group dislocated his shoulder following a fall while carrying heavy equipment.
In the end the walker was helped off the Ridge and later needed medical attention at Broadford hospital for his injuries.
Raasay distillery coming together
Raasay’s Italian connection is continuing to play a significant part in the island’s planned new distillery.
For while work continues apace to build the new facility and convert the old Victorian era Borodale House, over 1,500 miles away in Tuscany the vital equipment needed for the whisky making process is also on-going.
For R&B Distillers who are behind the new distillery have, as well as sourcing their red wine finishing casks from Frilli in the Italian region, are also having their specialist stills and equipment made there.
The countdown has begun for this year’s Isle of Skye Highland Games.
Once again thousands of visitors are expected for the big event which will take place over Tuesday 2 and Wednesday 3 August.
Although the Skye Games in their present form were inaugurated in 1877, the tradition which they represent goes back hundreds of years before that, with clan celebrations that included fiercely-constested feats of strength and endurace, together with piping and other forms of entertainment similar to those that can be enjoyed at the games today.
Thanks for our son
Alexander with mum and dad at the unit
Portree parents Alan and Megan Mackenzie have been back to say a big thank you to hospital staff who helped keep their son alive.
Young Alexander, now 2 years old, travelled with mum and dad to Raigmore’s Special Care Baby Unit to not only show nurses how well he is now doing but also to hand over a donation of £3,230.
Two years ago Alexander needed specialist care at the unit after he was born two months early and late required shunt surgery.
So to say thank you, Alan a stalwart of the Isle of Skye Pipe band, and his family held a ceilidh fundraiser and a raffle to raise money for the unit. Altogether the collected a total of £4230. A £1000 of that was given to the Ronald McDonald House in Glasgow where they Alexander spent two weeks while having the brain surgery.
Fears over jobs
Concerns are growing over news that jobs could be lost at Ministry of Defence contractor (MoD) QinetiQ as part of a UK wide review.
The British Underwater Test and Evaluation Centre, run by the company, has its headquarters and offices at Kyle of Lochalsh and a facility on Rona which make use of the waters of the Inner Sound between the Isle of Skye and the Scottish mainland to carry out surface and underwater water range tests of weapons, equipment and vessels.
Although the review is still at an early stage QinetiQ have confirmed that as many as 3 percent of its national workforce of just over 6,000 could go. Whether any of those job losses would impact on the Kyle facility is not yet known.
Ironically the latest news follows on the heels of controversial proposals to expand the existing 25 sq km range by a further 25 sq km, which, it was claimed, would actually help protect the local economy.
Skye rescue highlights danger
Hotel Eilean Iarmain where the rescue took place
Just weeks after tragedy was narrowly avoided following a dramatic sea rescue off Skye a new film – aimed at highlighting the dangers of drinking or falling into water, especially after drinking – has been released.
It was in May that the coastguard was alerted in the early hours after two men apparently went into the water in the bay at Isleornsay.
The pair, who had earlier being drinking at the Hotel Eilean Iarmain were said to have fallen in the sea as they returned to their boat by dingy. Fortunately, despite being in the water for over two hours they were located and pulled to safety by RNLI staff called to the scene.
Now, a new film which targets 18 to 29 year old men with a message about the dangers of cold water shock has been launched by the Maritime & Coastguard Agency. The 40-second film aims to highlight the dangers of jumping or falling into water, especially after drinking, and reveals some stark dangers.
History and heritage in Braes
Braes Village Hall and History and Heritage Week is now underway
Through until Saturday there will be everything from an exhibition to photography competition, open gardens and walks as well as craft workshops, pop-up cafe, and talks by local historians.
Opening times and events are as follows.
Young Skye shinty player shines
Local lad John Gillies was named Player of the Camp when Scotland’s rising young shinty stars came together last week.
John was one of seven Skye players who took part in the 2016 National U17 Shinty Development Camp.along with the country’s top up and coming youth players.
Plenty of action on the water
Competitors in the Kyles' Cup
Bad weather may have forced an earlier postponement but there was plenty of action over the week-end when Skye Sailing Club’s Kyles' Cup finally took to the water.
In mixed conditions, the weekend's double legged Kyles' Cup saw three different winners, proving that small keelboat racing is a close business around Skye and Lochalsh.
With larger boats unable to make the rescheduled date, after last weekend's high winds, the way was left for a close battle for the Kyle and Lochalsh Community Trust trophy among a fleet in which a boat of 33 feet was the 'big one'.
Cheers or tears?
Kay and Anne preparing to leave Skye
Today could end in tears for Skye adventure pair Anne MacAskill and Kay Simpson.
For having made it to the Iranian border in the 10,000 mile long Mongol Rally the duo have hit their first major obstacle – they haven’t got the right documentation to legally enter the country.
Anne from Dunvegan said: “We may have hit a brick wall though to get into Iran tomorrow as we do not have a carnet de passage and a couple of men on motorbikes were going to get charged $2,000 to get through.
“We shall face up to that in the morning but in the meantime, I am getting my goon and scarf ready in the hope that we succeed.”
During their first week 67 years old Anne and Kay, aged 69 – the oldest competitors in the long distance event – made it all the way through to the border between Turkey and Iran without too much difficulty.
Skye rally pair make Istanbul
Relaxed by the roadside
Istanbul and still going strong. That's the latest report from Skye's long distance rallying pair, Anne MacAskill and Kay Simpson.
For during their first week taking part in the 10,000 mile Mongol Rally the pair, Anne, 67 and 69 years old Kay have managed to get to the Turkish city without any real problems.
Writing on social media, Anne, the mum of international recognised stunt cyclist, Dannym said: "It surpised us to only take an hour to get over the border. But before that we have had a lot of driving, driving, a bit of eating then sleeping.
"We spent Sunday night near Brussels then drove on Monday from there through Germany to Passau and into Austria. Lots of roadworks! Kay kept having to tell me we can't go a see friends here and there for coffee on the way!
Cash to support island businesses
Businesses in Skye are being encouraged to join others across the Highlands and apply to the next round of Scottish EDGE funding and the chance to win up to £100,000 each in grants and loans.
The Scottish Government funded competition supports and encourages business growth in Scotland. The ninth round for applications opens from 1 August to 7 September.
Co-op's big boost for Skye charities
Portree's main Co-op
Skye charities and community groups could be in line for huge cash windfalls with the return of the “divi”.
For the island’s three Co-op stores are to re-introduce a new membership benefits scheme later this year which will not only bring cash rewards for customers but also potentially major extra funding for local causes.
Under the reward scheme – set to be introduced in the autumn - members will receive a 5% reward for any purchases they make of Co-op own brand products and services.
However, a further 1% will then go to benefiting local causes and projects under the community reward initiative. Initially members will choose from a list of three selected by staff on Skye, but later they will be able to propose local causes they think should benefit.
The Broadford store
Although no exact figure has been put on the money which will be available to Skye causes, there is speculation amongst local staff that between them the three Co-op stores on the island, two in Portree and the other at Broadford, could generate a five figure sum annually to benefit charity and community groups.
Cost slammed on Skye
News that the on-going inquiry into the Edinburgh trams fiasco has now cost in excess of £3.5 million has been slammed on Skye.
FlySkye, which has been fighting a long but frustrating fight to bring regular flights back to the island, have hit out over the high expenditure believing the money could have been far better spent.
Commenting via social media a member of the group said: “Watching the evening news and thinking that the cost of the inquiry into Edinburgh's tram fiasco, could have paid for the Skye airport!
“At least our project would be money well-spent for the community.”
Helping Team GB go for gold
Dr Hanson
Skye doctor Jonathan Hanson is leaving behind his island duties to help Team GB athletes go for gold in Rio.
The 43 year old is just one of two NHS Highland doctors who will be heading for the Olympic Games in Brazil which are due to start next month.
Going with him will be Culloden based Dr Derick Macleod and the pair will have been chosen to serve as medical officers for the Performance Services Team during the games which will take place from 5th to 21st August.
The two doctors will primarily be based at the Olympic Village in Barra de Tijuca as part of a multi-disciplinary team made up of 44 highly-experienced health professionals from all four home countries.
Dr Hanson is a qualified consultant in sport and exercise medicine – one of only four in Scotland – and works part-time as a rural practitioner in Broadford. At the same time he shares his expertise working at the Sportscotland Institute of Sport in Stirling and for Scottish Rugby.
Body formally identified
Nearly a week after a body was found, Police have now confirmed that it has been formally identified as that of missing pensioner Roger Fletcher.
The 77 years old disappeared after leaving his holiday home near Dornie to apparently go out walking on June 5. After he was reported missing a major search was launched and there were repeated sweeps of the area with tracker dogs.
However, it was not until Friday 15 July that a body was found at Camas-luinie near Dornie.
Food recall warning
The Food Standards Agency have issued another recall warning.
Lytham Foods is asking customers to return a variety of its Freshbite Wraps because of concerns over the company procedures that are in place to control Clostridium botulinum.
Music in tune with crofting
Classical music and crofting come together for a special performance on Skye.
Scottish Ensemble, the UK’s leading string orchestra, will perform a concert at Portree’s Aros Centre tomorrow night – the first time in five years - and tickets are still available.
Local residents are more likely to associate Inkster’s name with his law firm, Inksters, after he became one of the most prominent consultants and commentators on crofting law – one of the firm’s niche areas of expertise – during the recent events concerning common grazings committees being evicted from office in Lewis by the Crofting Commission.
But Inksters, the Scotland-wide solicitors firm which has offices in Glasgow, Forfar, Inverness, Wick, Lerwick and Portree, is also increasingly becoming known amongst Scotland’s artistic community for its philanthropy, supporting a diverse range of cultural and charitable organisations through funding and sponsorship.
Step too it
Stepdance and fiddle courses are to be staged at Sleat’s Sabhal Mòr Ostaig from August 8 – 12.
The step-dancing will be led by Sophie Stephenson, a traditional musician, performer and step-dancer from Fort Augustus.
In 2016 Sophie will be leading her own course at Sabhal Mòr Ostaig where she first attended step-dancing classes, with Harvey Beaton twelve years ago. Sophie is an experienced and encouraging tutor, having performed at camps and festivals throughout Scotland, Canada, the United States and Norway, and having attended the University of Edinburgh, Colaiste Bheinn na Faoghla, and Sabhal Mòr Ostaig, as well as tutoring regularly with Fèisean nan Gàidheal.
Major coup for Book Festival
Joanne Harris coming to Skye
It's still weeks away but Skye Book Festival is turning heads as well as pages with its latest line up announcements.
For the organisers have pronounced themselves "thrilled" to confirm that Joanne Harris, the bestselling author of a host of books including the story to large screen success "Chocolat" will be at this year's event.
They have confirmed that the author will be at the Aros Centre on Friday 2nd September at 7:30pm when she will be talking about her latest novel 'Different Class'.
The dark psychological, thriller tells the story of a veteran Latin teacher in a Yorkshire Grammar school, facing all the changes of modern education and the disruption of reconnecting with a former pupil from his past
And having already confirmed last month that Peter May, the multi award-winning author of the Lewis Trilogy set, the China Thrillers and the Enzo Files was to attend things have got even better.
For Mr May is now to use the festival to officially launch a new book. He will be at the event on Saturday 3 September with the book going on general release some five days later.
The Skye Book Festival runs right over the week-end September 1-3.
Did you win?
The Skye Camanachd Shinty Lotto was drawn on Saturday 16 July 2016.
The numbers drawn were 2, 13 and 14 and there was one winner who scoops £250!
The prize fund for Saturday 23 July 2016 is £250!
Really the business
Latest to join scheme
When it comes to Staffin a community run online directory really is the business.
And now the Staffin Community Trust (SCT) has added its tenth local commercial concern to the local resource making it easier than ever to find out what is available, opening times and even the stock they carry. biz listings have welcomed the 10th local business to join the burgeoning online directory.
Skye cyclist hit by car
A Skye cyclist received minor injuries after being struck by a car.
The incident happened yesterday at around 4.15pm just outside the centre of Broadford. Although police have not identified the rider they have confirmed he is a local man in his 40’s.
Officers who attended the scene said a foreign visitor to the island was driving the vehicle when it clipped the bike rider. However, after due investigating a decision was made not to report the car driver for the accident.
Countdown to Dunvegan Show
With just days to go the final preparations are being put in place for this year’s Dunvegan Show.
Organised by Duirinish & Bracadale Agricultural Association the event is once again being as a fun day out for all the family.
To be held at Dunvegan School on Saturday 30 July activities get underway from 10am when judging begins.
Last year's youngest competitor, Tim Nicolson
Other events during the day include a dog show, horticultural, home produce and handicrafts competition and sale, as a well as vintage tractors, a sheep shearing demonstration, highland dancers, bouncy castles, a display of agricultural wartime memorabilia and rally cars.
Westminister hears about Skye TV success
BBC Alba’s use of Skye as the setting for its drama “Bannan” has been highlighted as one way the Gaelic language channel can deliver not only to audiences but also the Scottish creative economy in general.
The series and its positive impact on the island was raised during a parliamentary event in Westminster. As it is seen as one of a number of productions to provide a boost to the Highland & Islands creative economy. A success which could be built upon if BBC ALBA was strengthened with more original programming, it was claimed.
MG ALBA – which operates BBC ALBA in partnership with the BBC – said the opportunity to achieve parity for the Gaelic language channel with Welsh counterpart S4C had the potential to unlock substantial benefits for independent production sector as well as secure the future success of the channel amongst its core audience.
Special attention for Sleat
Persistence has paid off and Sleat is now getting some extra special attention.
Sleat perfectly Skye have reported that following “a lot of hard work” from Visit Sleat and ferry company Calmac’s marketing team, the southern part of the island is now being put even more on the tourist destination map.
No concrete leads
Police are appealing for help to solve a local crime near Portree
A concrete mixer has been stolen between 4.30pm yesterday and 7am this morning. The missing machinery disappeared from a worksite at the Storr Lochs pumping station. Any information? Call 101.
MP speaks out in Westminster
SNP MP Ian Blackford took to the floor at Westminster yesterday to firmly oppose the renewal of Trident on Scottish soil.
The member for Ross, Skye & Lochaber made his views clear as he addressed parliament during the debate over the issue.
Speaking on social media today, Mr Blackford said: “Last night I took part in the Westminster debate on the renewal of Trident. A debate which saw 58 of the 59
Scottish MP's oppose the signing of a blank cheque to replace these obscene weapons of mass destruction.
Series of accidents on Skye
Police were called to a spate of accidents which occurred along or just off the A87 on Skye yesterday.
During the first incident, around lunchtime, an Austrian motorcyclist was taken to Broadford Hospital with minor injuries after he slid off his machine in front of another vehicle close to the Sligachan Hotel.
Then at around 4.05, emergency responders were called to the Broadford – Elgol road following an incident involving a French registered small Mercedes lorry which had been converted into a camper. For several hours the road was blocked and as a precaution ambulance service staff attended although they were not needed.
Finally at 4.15pm close to Broadford a minibus collided with a car. Again fortunately there were no serious injuries.
Today police on Skye tweeted: “Can we please have a better day on the roads today with everyone going to/from/within safely!”
Road blocked on Skye
. An accident shortly after 4pm today during which a vehicle overturned has left the road blocked between Broadford and Elgol near to Kirkibost. No information yet about any possible injuries.
Police ask for help
Police are seeking information about a blue Volkswagen Golf stolen from Kyleakin between 8pm on Saturday and 4.20pm on Sunday. They say it was later found abandoned near to Kyle of Lochalsh. Any information - call 101
They're off!
They've only just begun their 10,000 mile road trip but already Skye's Anne MacAskill and Kay Simpson have set themselves apart.
For the pair, taking part in the Mongol Rally as The Gallivanting Quines, found themselves picked on Day 1 of the event ...for being the oldest participants!
Over the coming months Anne, 67 and 69 years old Kay will have the journey of a lifetime as they take a gruelling route in their 20 year old van across England, France, Germany, Hungary, Slovakia, Bulgaria, Turkey, Iran, Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan, Kazakhstan, Mongolia and Russia.
Speaking on social media after the start at Goodwood - the spiritual home of British motorsports - Anne, the mum of stunt cyclist Danny, said: "It was great to see some friends and family today to see us off - before the big send off though, several awards were handed out, including to ourselves when we received one for being the oldest particpants!!
The end for old hostel
It has served the community for close to a century but this week looks set to see the end of Portree’s Margaret Carnegie Hostel.
Opened back in 1924 to board girls who lived too far away from Portree High School to travel in on a daily basis, demolition of the building’s former annexe has already taken place. Now contractors are expected to begin demolishing the hostel itself over the coming days.
The MC hostel in fact pre-dated the school’s Elgin Hostel which was used for boys’ accommodation after it was built in 1933. That building, now sympathetically restored to a high standard, will serve as a present day hostel for youngsters attending the school as well as housing the Highland Council’s local archive centre.
Young Shinty stars join country's best
Seven Skye Camanachd youth players have joined up with some of the country’s top youth players at the 2016 National U17 Shinty Development Camp.
The Skye players who travelled south are Martin Pringle, Connor Gilpin, John Gillies, Angus MacDonald, Stewart Taylor, Sam MacPhee and James Morrison.
They headed south to Strathallan on Sunday and they will be put through their paces by some of shinty’s top coaches with the camp finishing on Thursday.
New date for Kyles Cup
High winds over the week-end forced the cancellation of the popular Kyles Cup sailing competition.
And with similar poor weather forecasts for the week ahead organisers, the Skye Sailing Club, have set new dates for the event this coming week-end, Saturday 23 and Sunday 24 July.
Announcing the cancellation decision the club said: “The forecast for this weekend is showing sustained winds of F6 with gale force gusts.
It is clear that this will be more wind than several boats and their crew will wish to start in due to the greater likelihood of damage – personal and technical.
"It is regrettable, and the weather may well end up being 'possible' on the day, but with travellers and boat movements needed the decision had to be taken ahead of the morning of the event. Obviously the change of date will mean the event is not possible for some but becomes possible for others.”
Fiona back today?
Fiona during her long distance cycle
A cardiac arrest while out cycling almost cost Fiona Grant’s husband his life but today the Broadford woman was expected to complete a 700 mile two wheeler adventure that could help prevent others from dying.
For the past two weeks or so, Fiona has been on a massive cycle ride that has taken her from Lews Castle College UHI on Lewis to Shetland, Oban and then back to the college’s centre in her home village.
On the way Fiona, who works for the UHI and altogether will visit 13 of their university and college centres, has been raising funds for the Skye based Lucky2Bhere as well as the UHI Scholarship Fund.
It was back in 2009 that Fiona’s husband Donnie was taking part in the gruelling Bealach Beag cycle sportive that he suffered a cardiac arrest. Fortunately trained staff were able to respond quickly and their skills saved him.
Director of Studies and Vice-Principal of Sabhal Mòr Ostaig (SMO) John Norman Macleod has been named at the winner of the Lifetime Achievement Award at this year’s Herald Higher Education Awards.
Prior to his appointment, SMO was an independent college offering seasonal short courses in Gaelic language and culture, but today it offers five honours degrees as well as postgraduate courses and serves as the National Centre for Gaelic Language and Culture on the Isle of Skye.
A spokesman for City of Glasgow College, which sponsored the award, said: "Education is at the heart of everything we do and this event is a great way to celebrate the tremendous work and commitment of Scotland's universities and colleges.
"We would like to congratulate all the entrants and particularly like to pay tribute to John for winning the Lifetime Achievement Award which we were delighted to support this year."
Made in Sleat - where else?
Made in Sleat makes a welcome return next week-end as the event is staged for the third year in a row.
Once again the showcase for all things Sleat will bring together a wide variety of makers and artists drawn from the south of Skye.
The event runs from July 23-30 and is to be staged at the Duisdale Hall open daily from 10am-5pm.
Body found near Dornie
Police have confirmed that a body found near Dornie is that of missing pensioner Roger Fletcher.
The 77 years old who disappeared after going out apparently walking on June 5 prompted police with tracker dogs to carry out a series of searches in the area without any success.
However, early today (Friday 15 July) a police dog handler located a body which was found at Camas-luinie near Dornie, Lochalsh.
Lost but found each other
Peter and Alexandra with Skye MRT
So what do you do if you’re a stranded in thick mist and waiting to be rescued from a mountainside? How about proposing to a loved one!
For that’s just what happened on Skye earlier this week after two young Polish climbers sparked off a mountain rescue when they ran into difficulties while crossing Bealach na Glaic Moire.
Now it's Mum's turn
Anne & Kay with their van
She’s not under starter’s orders yet but Danny MacAskill’s mum is off on a big adventure all of her own.
For instead of nervously looking on while her famous son risks life and limb, 67 years old Anne together with friend, Kay Simpson, 69, set off this week…to drive 10,000 miles in a two decade old van.
The pair left the family’s Dunvegan home today to compete in the Mongol Rally. It begins on Saturday and takes in an incredible route covering England, France, Germany, Hungary, Slovakia, Bulgaria, Turkey, Iran, Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan, Kazakhstan, Mongolia and Russia.
Stunt cyclist Danny whose video of his ride through the Cuillin has been seen by 40 million people, seemed pretty upbeat about the whole thing and told his fans via social media: “And they're off! Was great to see my mum and her friend Kay set out on their 10000 mile drive to Mongolia as part of the 2016 Mongol Rally.”
Discontent over Gaelic broadcasting
Highland Council is urging that under the new BBC Charter audiences in Scotland get a fairer deal regarding the future of the broadcaster especially in relation to the case for supporting and developing Gaelic.
Councillor Hamish Fraser, Chair of The Highland Council’s Gaelic Implementation Group said: “We acknowledge that BBC ALBA is currently achieving a great deal and delivers a good service within the context of the limited broadcasting hours and the resources available at their disposal.
However, in order to support the strategic aims of the Highland Council in relation to Gaelic and cultural development, it is important that BBC ALBA fills the gaps in its service provision, especially in the areas of news, children's programming, drama and comedy- all of which are culturally and creatively important to our communities”.
High speed broadband pledge
Carbost, Skeabost Bridge and Staffin are all to get higher speed broadband speeds within six months.
The pledge comes from Highland and Islands Enterprise who are tasked with delivering new fibre connections in the region.
Also benefitting locally, but not on Skye are Balmacara, Dornie, Glenelg and Stromeferry.
More than 600,000 premises across the country can already connect to their fastest-ever broadband speeds through the Digital Scotland roll-out.
The programme is delivered through two projects – led by Highlands and Islands Enterprise in its area and the Scottish Government in the rest of Scotland. Other funding partners include the UK Government through Broadband Delivery UK (BDUK), BT, local authorities and the EU via the European Regional Development Fund.
Fergus Ewing, Cabinet Secretary for Rural Economy and Connectivity, said: “We are now more than half way through the roll-out of the programme and as we progress we are starting to reach very small and more remote communities. Deploying fibre to areas like this is part of the plan that will help ensure that Scotland becomes a world class digital nation by 2020.
Ferry on film
Movie stardom saw the normally busy Glenelg-Skye ferry finishing everyday operations early this week.
For with a film crew wanting to use the historic vessel, the Glenachulish ceased ferrying vehicles and passengers from 4pm on Tuesday.
The boat is to feature in an up and coming movie, "Above the Clouds" which is expected to be released later in the year.
Artwork anchors in Sleat
The newly created montage
A new artistic endeavour has found a safe berth in Sleat.
For CalMac employees Sam Graham and Graeme Mackenzie have teamed up to provide a novel view of nautical goings-on in the area.
And now visitors and customers at CalMac's Armadale ferry terminal can see an interest packed photo montage in the ticket office which tells the story of vessels associatied with port.
Food product recall
The Food Standards Agency is highlighting a product recall from supermarkets Tesco and Sainsbury’s.
Both have issued warnings about canned pasta products as they may contain pieces of rubber. These products were all manufactured by Noliko N.V in Belgium.
The Tesco products affected are:
Cash support for two Skye groups
Two Skye organisations are celebrating after being awarded funding from Lloyds TSB Foundation for Scotland.
Counselling Care: Skye & Lochalsh, has been given a grant of £3,600 which they will use towards the Administrator/ Fundraiser’s salary, while Skye & Lochalsh Mental Health Association did even better.
They have bee awarded a grant of £4,000 towards the Project Workers salary that supports the weekend service provision.
Commenting on the awards, local MP Ian Blackford said: "Each of these organisations are very worthy causes and do a lot of good work in their respective communities."
Pledge to reduce loneliness
The Highland Community Planning Partnership Board have given their full support to a campaign running to reduce loneliness and social isolation.
The Board, made up of representatives from The Highland Council, NHS Highland, Police Scotland, Scottish Fire and Rescue Service, Highlands and Islands Enterprise, Scottish Natural Heritage, the Third Sector and a number of other organisations, met at the end of June to consider options for a breakthrough achievement for 2016.
At the meeting all agreed to sign up to the campaign launched by NHS Highland to reduce loneliness and isolation and in doing so the Board will now focus on encouraging as many staff as possible to make a pledge to take action.
Remanded after court appearance
A 27 year old man accused of various offences has pleaded guilty and being remanded in custody after appearing before Portree Sheriff’s court.
The offender was arrested following reports of a vehicle being stolen from the Clobsha Nan Cuaridhean area of Broadford and subsequently crashed near Kyleakin. The man, who comes from the Glasgow area was charged with road traffic offences and crimes of dishonesty.
Couple led to safety
A couple who went missing in poor visibility conditions on Skye yesterday were found safe and well.
The alarm was raised shortly before 9am after information that the pair, thought to be in their early 20’s, had become disorientated whilst in the Fairy Pools area.
Skye Mountain Rescue was called out and eventually some four hours after the initial alarm the two missing walkers were found and led to safety.
Missing boy found
A teenage boy, reported missing at the week-end, has been found alive and well in the Isle of Rum, following a massive search and rescue effort co-ordinated by Police Scotland, UK Coastguard and Mountain Rescue.
The teenager’s family, on holiday from Norway, contacted Police Scotland yesterday (Sunday 10 July 2016) after they became concerned for his safety when he did not return from a late evening walk.
A massive search and rescue operation was launched involving local officers and dog handlers from Police Scotland; Coastguard Rescue Teams from the Isle of Rum, Fort William, and Mallaig; UK Coastguard search and rescue helicopters from Inverness and Stornoway; Mountain Rescue Teams from Lochaber Fort William and Mallaig; Salin Inshore Rescue Team and Mallaig RNLI lifeboat.
Police in action on Skye
Officers on the Isle of Skye dealt with a number of incidents at the weekend which resulted in three men being reported to the Procurator Fiscal, all of whom are expected to appear at Portree Sheriff Court today (Monday 11th July).
Following reports of a vehicle being stolen from the Clobsha Nan Cuaridhean area of Broadford and subsequently crashed near Kyleakin, a 27 year-old male from the Glasgow area has been charged with road traffic offences and crimes of dishonesty. As a result of investigations carried out into this incident, a number of items of stolen property have been successfully returned to their rightful owners.
A 40 year-old male from Glasgow has also been reported for road traffic and disorder offences in the Staffin area on Saturday evening, during which a female Police Officer sustained minor injuries.
And a 39 year-old male from Sweden has been reported for a road traffic offence following a collision that occurred on the A87 near Druim Na Cloich on Saturday which resulted in two people being taken to hospital for treatment.
Thunder Run for Portree church
He may be taking part in the Thunder Run but Jonathan Bungard’s stamina sapping ordeal will hardly be over in a flash. For later this month he will be hoping to raise hundreds of pound to support a Skye church by completing the gruelling 100 mile event in less than 24 hours. Money raised by Jonathan, the son of recently ordained priest Rosemary, will go towards urgently need repairs to the rectory at St Columba’s Church in Portree.
Safe on Skye
Skye has become the new home for a little lost otter.
The 10 week old male was discovered alone near Inverness and after been initially cared for by
Munlochy Animal Aid has now been transferred to Broadford which will be its home until it reaches the age of around one years old.
Now being cared for by the International Otter Survival Fund, the young creature will then be released into the wild.
12 years old reported
Police in Portree have confirmed that a 12 years old child from the village has been reported over an incident of damage to a car which occurred in the Blaven Road area on July 4.
"Elegant Explorer" in Portree
MS Prinsendam, nicknamed the Elegant Explorer, became the latest cruise ship to dock in Portree.
Carrying nearly 800 passengers and with a crew of 440 the 204 m vessel, with nine passenger decks, is owned and run by the Holland America Line.
Good Samaritans at accident scene
Police praised passers-by who sprang into action after a collision between two vehicles on Skye at the week-end.
Officers who attended the scene said that first aid was administered and passing traffic directed around the accident by the Good Samaritans until the arrival of the 999 services.
The incident occurred shortly after 3pm on Saturday some four miles south of Sconser. Police say that two vehicles were involved a VW Caddy with Swedish number plates and a VW Golf. Although there were slight injuries none were believed to be life threatening.
Two missing on the Cuillin
Skye Mountain rescue team members were scouring part of the Cuillin this morning to try and locate a man and a woman missing in the hills. The alert was raised earlier today and searchers set off from Sligachan at around 8.50am.
Glamaig Hill Race - Prize-Giving
As well as being an exciting day for the over 100 people taking part in the Glamaig Hill Race, Saturday July 9 was a fun day out for all the family. Bouncy castles, barbecues and a prize-giving in the evening made for an exciting day to remember.
Glamaig Hill Race Won By Finlay Wild!
Over 100 runners took to the mountains in the annual Glamaig Hill Race!
Ensuring future of unique Scottish language resource
Donnie (right) with Alex Salmond and Kate Forbes
Talks have been underway to ensure an irreplaceable Scottish language resource – which has its roots on Skye - is not threatened for future generations to share and enjoy.
Skye’s Donnie Munro, chair of the Tobar an Dualchais/Kist o Riches archive had a meeting with local MSP Kate Forbes and former SNP leader, Alex Salmond – now a Westminister MP – to discuss how the invaluable resource can be not only preserved but allowed to expand in the years to come.
Originally £100,000 of Scottish Government funding was used to set up the £3m archive which was launched back in 2010. Donnie who has been chairman since its inception described how the new website would open up Scotland's past as never before.
He said: "This is the most ambitious cultural digital heritage project anywhere in Europe, if not the world.
Bull in a bog
It was no hi-tech rescue when firefighters were called to save a bovine stuck in a bog.
Instead the crews from Portree, Broadford and Dunvegan hefted pitchforks and spades to manually dug out the stranded £2,000 beast.
The exhausted and very hungry bull was discovered 48 hours after it was last seen roaming Ben Aketil windfarm on Skye. Rescuers believe the animal had tumbled three feet in a remote area of peatland. When later crofter Ian Duncan discovered it with just its head sticking above the mud, the Fire service was called for help.
Cruise ship in Portree
Another cruise ship, this time the 181 metree long Azamara Quest was due to dock in Portree today. The vessel can carry nearly 700 passengers
International field flocks to Staffin
International competitors are expected to flock to Staffin next week for a major event.
However, few if any, of those taking part are likely to be household names.
For next Friday will see around 60 sheep dogs taking part in the annual and hugely popular Staffin Trials at Ellishadder. The annual event will be judged by a man with an impressive pedigree himself.
UK wide fraud search comes to Skye
Skye residents were expected to be contacted this week in a far reaching investigation launched by detectives from the City of London Police’s Insurance Fraud Enforcement Department (IFED).
For the island has been identified as one of a number of locations around the UK where addresses are being used by unscrupulous insurance ghost brokers to obtain fraudulent car insurance deals.
Officers will be contacting dozens of residents in Aberdeen, Inverness and the Isles of Skye and Harris as part of ongoing investigations into suspected ghost brokers. Some addresses in these areas are being used by fraudsters on car insurance applications to give their unwitting victims seemingly cheap deals on their car insurance.
Once the false address details are provided and a quote obtained, the ghost brokers will often forge or alter cover letters to show the real address of the victim. These are then sent back to the victim making them think they have valid insurance cover in place, when in fact, they’re left with policies that are not legal or with no insurance at all.
One of the tell-tale signs this is happening is that residents in rural areas may receive letters from insurers that are addressed to people that don’t live there.
Police investigate
Police in Portree are investigating reports of damage to cars and a fence which occurred in the Blaven Road and Fletcher Place areas. If you have any information please call 101.
Top award for housing association
Pictured: (left to right), host for the ceremony, comedienne Sally Phillips, Amanda Meldrum, Training & Development Officer,
Joyce Laing, Head of Human Resources, Rhona McLeod, Chief Executive, Pam Russell, Chair of the Board,
Paul Devoy, Head of Investors in People.
Trust Housing Association have been crowned winners of the Excellence in the Third Sector category (over 250 employees) at the annual Investors in People Awards 2016, the leading industry event recognising high performance in people management.
THA runs amenity housing in Druim na Pairc Portree, and sheltered housing in Shulishader Beag, Portree.
Golf for free
The Isle of Skye Golf Club joins 300 others next week to encourage the next generation of golfers.
A Golf for Free one hour session is to be staged on Tuesday 12th July from 11am-noon as part of the HSBC Golf Roots programme. It is celebrating the 145th Open at Royal Troon by encouraging more youngsters and families to get involved in the sport.
For further information telephone 01478 650465.
Knocking down to build back up
Demolition underway
Builders creating the brand new Raasay distillery have been busy this week – demolishing!
For as part of the overall project which will see the new concern up and running next year and likely to attract around 12,000 visitors a year to the island, a section of the old Borodale House, which will form part of the overall complex, is being pulled down.
This week work begin to remove the old extension which is then, in due course, to be replaced by the actual distillery production unit.
Skye police could take national award
The @LochabSkyePol Twitter feed covering the Skye, Lochalsh and Lochaber areas of the West Highlands has been nominated for a national Police Twitter Award for informative and proactive approach taken to use the account to keep the community updated with activity in the area.
This is the first time an account from the Highland and Islands area has been included in these awards, which recognise positive use of the platform in Policing across the United Kingdom.
Over the past year the account has seen followers more than quadruple, has gone viral with tweets about recovered drugs and American rap stars whilst also passing on valuable crime prevention, personal safety and community updates to followers and receiving positive international media coverage in the process.
Skye race - the toughest in Scotland
It’s been described as one of the toughest races in Scottish hill-running and this Saturday sees the latest running of Glamaig Hil race.
The steepness of the climb, variable weather conditions and the incredible descent have made it a “must do” event for runners drawn from across Scotland.
Currently the Mens’ record is held by Finlay Wild in 2012 with 44:27 timing while for the women that was set all the way back in 1990 by Tricia Calder with a time of 56:10.
The race begins at 3pm with registration taking place at the Sligachan from 1pm.
However, the day isn’t all about the running with a little something for all the family planned.
Prayers at Portree Pier
Portree Pier will be the unusual setting on Sunday for a special service that will be echoed around the world.
To mark Sea Sunday, churches from across the globe come together to remember seafarers and pray for them, their families and those who support them.
Sea Sunday, is organised through internationally active Mission to Seafarers which, since 1856, has served the men and women of the merchant fleet who have dedicated their lives to seafaring; crews who have in turn served their countries during war and through peacetime.
In Portree on Sunday the ecumenical service will take place at the RNLI station from 10.30am
Andrew Wright, Secretary General of the The Mission to Seafarers, said: “This year marks the Mission’s 160th anniversary and we are celebrating the lives of seafarers and their families by holding a special Sea Sunday on 10 July 2016.
Select committee come to Skye
For the first time today the Scottish Affairs Select Committee were meeting on Skye to focus on aging population, the impact of a period of population growth and how businesses can retain talent in the Highlands and Islands.
Among the panellists will be people at the heart of the local community, including representatives from academia, local government and community groups.
The Committee will also hears from Gregg and Kathryn Brain, whose fight against deportation has made headlines around the world, about their experience of immigrating to Scotland.
Committee chair Pete Wishart commented: "I am delighted to be coming to Skye, to meet the people who live here and understand the challenges they face. It is pleasing that the last few decades have seen steady population growth on the island.
Common grazings row goes on
Brian Inkster
The war of words may be over but the row over the Crofting Commission’s handling of the common grazings issue appears to be rumbling on.
Specialist in Crofting Law, Brian Inkster, who has already commented in depth on the dispute has weighed in again following what he claims was a “massive U-turn” by the Commission.
He said: “Common sense and an apparent recognition of the actual law on the matter have at last prevailed. The Crofting Commission has been at sea on the management of common grazings funds for some time. No one could fathom out how or why they dreamt up a policy that had no basis whatsoever in law or simple logic.
TV cameras focus on Staffin
Paul Murton on Skye
The movie moguls of Hollywood have been now it’s the turn of the small screen to take a tour around Trotternish.
For Staffin and the peninsula are to feature on the BBC this autumn as presenter Paul Murton focusses his popular “Grand Tours of the Scottish Islands” to the north of Skye
Last month Paul and his film crew toured Trotternish and later this year – possibly late September or early October - BBC1 viewers will get a chance to find out what he discovered.
Armed with his Victorian tourist guidebook, Blacks, the Staffin Community Trust reports that there was filming not just in Staffin but right along the ridge.
Skye Bridge 10k results
1 neil hart m 37.35
2 lea macleod m 38.24
3 chris james skye and lochalsh running club m 39.05
4 norman gilllies m 39.07
5 thomas barrow nairn road runners m 39.16
6 james macinnes m 39.40
7 sandy laing skye and lochalsh running club m 41.04
8 chris kerr m 41.30
9 Robert macaskill m 41.36
10 emma birnie f 42.20
Portree comes on-line
The Scottish Government backed - Let’s Get Online initiative – comes to Portree this week.
On Friday (July 8) a team will be in community library to provide one-to-one free informal internet sessions and printed advice to assist the local people to make the most of the internet and all that it entails.
Kyleakin Gala Pleases The Crowds
Entertainment for people of all ages could be found at Kyleakin Gala this afternoon.
Whether it was axe-throwing or archery, courtesy of ACE Target Sports; the rousing skirl of pipes from the Lochalsh Junior Pipe Band or the excellent Highland Dancing display, the organisers of Kyleakin Gala worked hard to ensure there was something for everyone.
Skye Bridge 10k Winners
The whole of Kyleakin was abuzz with excitement today (Saturday July 2) as over 60 runners took to the roads for the Skye Bridge 10k Race.
The race was won by Neil Hart from Reading, while the first female across the line was Emma Birnie from Glasgow.
Skye mountain rescue's royal date
Skye Mountain Rescue team leader Gerry Akroyd MBE was amongst over 100 “local heroes” nominated for the opening of the Scottish Parliament.
Local MSP, Kate Forbes, decided to invite the 71 years old along to honour the volunteer rescuers on the island and recognise Gerry’s four decades of being nvolved with the mountaineering scene locally.
Each of the parliament’s 129 MSPs were invited to choose a local hero to join the historic Riding of Parliament, from Edinburgh Castle along the Royal Mile for the opening which was carried out by The Queen.
French cruise ship in Portree
The latest cruise ship to sail into Portree today was the French vessel 'L'Austral' bringing some 200 passengers and with a crew of around 140. She is expected to leave at around 6pm this evening.
Portree Primary take gold
Portree Primary have grabbed gold to join a group of select schools across Scotland.
For the school is one of just 92 across the country who have been presented with The sportscotland School Sport Award coverted gold award.
Sleat getting ready to raise a dram
Work well advanced
Sleat’s £5 million new Torabhaig Whisky Distillery is moving ever closer to beginning the production of its very first spirit.
Scheduled for full opening in Spring 2017, work on producing the new whisky is expected to begin this autumn.
With work on the distillery and accompanying visitor centre continuing apace, Ian Blackford, MP for Ross, Skye and Lochaber has been the most recent visitor to the site where he was greeted by project manager, Hamish Fraser from Mossburn Distillers Ltd and Richard Beattie of the Colorado Group.
Ian Blackford visits
He said: “This is a remarkable project and will, no doubt, become one of the most popular distilleries on Scotland's west coast. Importantly it will provide employment for local people and bring back to life a beautiful old barn built more than 150 years ago.
Get your gun licensed now
The licence application process for anyone with an air weapon is now open.
From July 1 anyone with an air weapon can apply for a licence which must be obtained before the new legislation making the guns illegal to have without one comes into force after December 31, 2016.
In the recent Air Weapon Surrender Campaign run by Police Scotland a total of 13,500 weapons were handed in.
ACC Mark Williams said: "I'm delighted with the response so far from the public and would once again like to thank those responsible members of the public who handed in their unwanted air weapons.
Research into impact of plastics on birds
Members of the public are asked to help researchers gather information on the impact of plastics on birds.A new website ...
Numerous drivers reported after three days of police activity
14 people in Skye and Lochalsh are to be reported for speeding.This follows three days of dedicated activity from road p...
Father and son\'s charity walk starts in Glenbrittle
A father and son are set to undertake a 200-mile-long walk from Skye to Crieff to raise funds for two charities. 51-...
Skye dancer to perform on national tour
A 19-year-old dancer from Skye has been selected for a dancing programme and will tour Scotland this month.Allison MacDo...
MSP meets local women\'s aid staff
The Minister for Older People and Equalities met with staff from Ross-shire Women\'s Aid yesterday (Tuesday 16 July.)Chr...
New consumer advice service launched
A new online and telephone consumer advice service has been launched for Scottish consumers.Funded by the Scottish Gover...
Freshwater Biologist: Scottish Salmon Company
Job vacancy advertising!
Free outdoor performance in Portree
Ewan Macintyre Band heads to Skye
Have your say at healthcare AGM
Alan Carr heads to Skye
Fun for all the family in Staffin
Funeral service for the late Margaret Mackenzie
Made in Sleat exhibition of art
An Crubh, Sleat , Isle of Skye
Jackie Gaskell & Susanna Robson exhibition
Skye Makers Gallery, Dunvegan , Isle of Skye
AN ART EXHIBITION by Jackie Gaskell and Susanna RobsonJACKIE GASKELLJackie is a landscape printmaker and painter. When
Glendale Craft Market
Glendale Community Hall, Skye , United Kingdom
Craft Market at Glendale Community Hall, every Tuesday, 11am - 4pm. High quality crafts, artwork, photography and
Hand Spinning Group
This is a weekly social event at the Skyemakers gallery where hand spinners of all abilities get together
The TRAD Project
Sligachan Hotel, Isle of Skye
Playing @ Seumas' Bar
Bingo Nights in Broadford
Broadford Hall, Isle of Skye , UK
Hosted by Girlguiding Broadford
Dunvegan Country Market
Dunvegan Country Market will be held every third Wednesday from April to September. The market will take place
Portree Lifeboat Open Day
Portree Harbour
The Portree Lifeboat Open Day will be held on Saturday 20 July. The fundraising event will include fun for all the
The Woo Town Hillbilles @ Seumas' Bar
The Woo Town Hillbillies are a collective of musicians playing fun-fuelled tunes from bluegrass to jug
Fun for all in Staffin
Staffin slipway and beach
A Staffin event promises to be fun for all the family. A sea fishing competition, along with a barbecue and kids' activities, will be held on Staffin Slipway and
Dunvegan Show Night Dance
Dunvegan Hall
Four bands, including Skye's two leading covers bands, playing a range of music from trad to rock, 'golden
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Armour: USA Gymnastics Names Li Li Leung New President and CEO
USA Gymnastics Appoints Li Li Leung President and CEO
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New Gymnastics Move Named After American Donnell Whittenburg
Gymnastics June 7, 2017
The International Gymnastics Federation (FIG) has recognized a new move pioneered by American Donnell Whittenburg on the rings. The triple salto backward piked element will...
USOC ‘Reaches a Consensus’ on USA Gymnastics Abuse Scandal
Gymnastics March 10, 2017
United States Olympic Committee (USOC) Board members have "reached a consensus" on how to react to an ongoing sexual abuse scandal within USA Gymnastics. They...
Thirteen-Time Rhythmic Gymnastics World Champion Retires at Age 19
Gymnastics January 16, 2017
Russia’s 13-time world champion Yana Kudryavtseva has retired from rhythmic gymnastics at the age of 19, it has been confirmed. Kudryavtseva finished as the silver...
Comaneci is Official Spokesperson of the 2017 Artistic Gymnastics World Championships
Gymnastics October 10, 2016
Nadia Comaneci has been announced as the official spokesperson of the 2017 Artistic Gymnastics World Championships in Montreal. The Romanian came to global prominence in...
Armour: Valeri Liukin Chosen to Succeed Martha Karolyi
Gymnastics September 17, 2016
Martha Karolyi’s successor knows a thing or two about developing Olympic champions, too. Valeri Liukin, whose daughter Nastia is the 2008 Olympic all-around gold medalist,...
Biles, Phelps Among USOC Nominees for Rio 2016 Awards
Gymnastics August 30, 2016
The United States Olympic Committee (USOC) has announced the list of Olympic nominees for its post-Rio 2016 awards with gymnastics sensation Simone Biles among...
Of the Golden Stars of Rio and Those Who Made All Medals Shine Brighter
Who was the biggest star of the 2016 Olympics? It depends on your point of view. From a global perspective, the answer is undoubtedly...
Biles Bounces Back With Fourth Gold Medal on Final Day of Artistic Gymnastics
Simone Biles returned to her usual position on top of the medal podium as she sealed a fourth title at Rio 2016 by clinching...
Wevers Becomes First Dutch Female Olympic Gymnastics Champion as Biles Falters on Beam
Sanne Wevers of the Netherlands secured a surprise gold medal on the balance beam after a rare mistake from the usually unflappable Simone Biles...
‘King Kōhei’ Uchimura Becomes First Man to Retain Olympic All-Around Gymnastics Title Since 1972
Great champions perform at their best when under pressure and Japan's "King Kōhei" Uchimura did exactly that here tonight, becoming the first male gymnast...
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Daily (weak) joke ...or the (week) day joke? Jan 4, 2016 4:29:30 GMT
Post by cjm on Jan 4, 2016 4:29:30 GMT
Q: How did Rihanna find out Chris Brown was cheating on her?
A: She found another woman's lipstick on his knuckles
After a quarrel, a husband said to his wife, "You know, I was a fool when I married you." She replied, "Yes, dear, but I was in love and didn't notice."
Q: Who was the most well known Jewish cook?
A: Hitler!
Q: What's the difference between a Southern zoo and a Northern zoo?
A: A Southern zoo has a description of the animal on the front of the cage, along with a recipe
Q: What did the blind man say when he passed the fish market?
A: Good morning ladies.
Q: What did the Alabama sheriff call the black guy who had been shot 15 times?
A: Worst case of suicide he had ever seen.
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Q: What's black, white, and red all over and doesn't fit through a revolving door?
A: A nun with a spear through her head.
Q: What do you get when cross a donkey and an onion?
A: a piece of ass that'll bring a tear to your eye!
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Post by Trog on Jan 13, 2016 19:08:31 GMT
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Whereof one cannot speak, thereof one must be silent.
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In every woman there is something good, but you have to put it in yourself...
Not all men are annoying. Some are dead.
Two disappointed prostitutes from Woodstock on a tour to London found that Big Ben was in fact a tower.
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The Forgotten Race
An analysis on Oswald's view of the Gnosian race and how they came to be.
A Brief History of Early Humanity (First and Second Age)
If there is one thing Beleden specialized in, it was the examination of the races. When did the Gnosians split off from just being a special Human, to being an entirely different race? Why did Humans, the weakest of the races, the most internally divided, the most consistently corrupt, nevertheless hold the most territory of all the races, and survive, even thrive up to our most recent records? By what process did the Gnosians evolve? Where did the Big Three come from? Why did the Merfolk and Swifts remain in their own lands for the entire First and Second Age of history, existing as mere myths to Humans?
Some of these questions were never answered, but some of them we may examine here. I will begin with the Humans, because even now, being self-absorbed is our specialty.
In the end, Humans were the weakest race, but the most versatile. They spread like disease, and destroyed nearly as much, but in every age, one man or woman sought peace with the other three races, and without this effort existed only mutually assured destruction.
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Daily Devotionals: (6th Aug.) The Aftershocks of Sin
Home/Daily Devotionals/Daily Devotionals: (6th Aug.) The Aftershocks of Sin
Reading: Genesis 3:7
While something died in Adam and Eve at the fall there was a gracious awakening of a moral consciousness: “They knew that they were naked.” The conscience is an inner awareness which either excuses what we do or accuses us of wrongdoing. It brings together our knowledge of the law of God, written on our heart, with the knowledge of our own actions.
The events in the Garden of Eden and the working of sin in our own lives today reveal a pattern. Sin blinds the conscience, sedates it with soothing words and promises. But perhaps the worst thing is that sin waits until it has accomplished its work before it makes itself felt. It is then that regret begins to eat us up like a poison, like Adam and Eve when “they knew that they were naked.” Throughout Scripture it is the same pattern in men like David (Psalm 32:3-4) and like Samson who got up from the lap of his lover and went out, not realising “that the Lord had departed from him.”
The poison of sin not only corrupts everything it touches but penetrates everything it corrupts. Adam and Eve were promised they would “know of good and evil,” but the knowledge of evil was not what they expected it to be. It was knowledge of sin from the inside. The power of the aftershocks of sin is in the “knowing”; it is not only intellectual but by personal, bitter experience.
Temptation blinds us, but guilt opens our eyes, shows us who we really are and what we have really done. We feel ourselves, like Adam, bereft from the fellowship of God and exposed to the wrath of God. Conscience, as we have noted, is a gracious awakening, like a magnetic needle pointing us in the right direction. This is the grace of God, awakening us to sin and showing us there is forgiveness with God (Psalm 103:4).
“He was a fool who killed the watchdog because it alarmed him when thieves were breaking into his house. If conscience upbraids you, feel its upbraiding and heed its rebuke. It is your best friend.”
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Quentin is a perfect gentleman — it’s been so long since Landon was on a real date, he’s almost forgotten what that means. He pulls Landon’s chair out for him, and he’s this ridiculous, flawless combination of proper and seductive, letting just the tips of his fingers brush the small of his back as he makes sure the chair is at the right distance from the table.
It’s the wildest, sexiest thing Landon has ever experienced, and they still haven’t gotten to the food.
Almost pop-star Landon Patton has just turned a corner on the worst two years of his life: dropped by his label and dumped by his ungrateful ex-boyfriend. However, his new agent's brilliant plan for Landon's superstardom doesn’t have anything to do with his music – it’s called Kitchen Wars, and it’s the hottest new reality show on TV.
Landon wishes he could have nothing to do with it.
Since the first morning he mixed flour and water, Quentin Maxwell knew he wanted to be a baker. After becoming the pastry chef at a popular LA bakery, anyone else might be satisfied. But Quen wants to call his own shots. Going on Kitchen Wars to win the money for his own bakery seems like a huge risk, but maybe it's worth it.
They’re an unlikely pair. Landon can’t even figure out how to turn an oven on, while Quentin makes his living with one. But with each passing week on Kitchen Wars, they discover what a great team they make – on set, off set, and between the sheets.
Winning should be everything, but what happens when the tastiest pairing is their own?
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Michael G. Galay Obituary
Michael G. Galay
May 11, 1947 - November 22, 2018
Born in Blakely, Pennsylvania
Resided in Bridgewater, New Jersey
Michael G. (Jerry) Galay, 71, of Bridgewater, NJ, died unexpectedly in his sleep at home on Thursday, November 22nd.
A 1965 graduate of Olyphant (PA) High School, after 16 years of local employment with Weston, Parodi, and PennDOT, Michael attended Fordham University in NYC. Michael designed and managed data centers in Boston, Maryland, Manhattan and Newark during his 15 years with Thomson Financial and its predecessor Securities Data Corp. Michael and team rebuilt in Newark the Manhattan data center within one week after its destruction on 9/11. He later designed IT disaster-planning strategy for CIT until retirement.
Preceded in death by his parents, Michael and Mary Gazella Galaydick, he is survived by his wife of 37 years, Joan Sembrat, and two brothers-in-law, Robert Sembrat, Olyphant, and George Sembrat, Johnson City, along with many cousins and life-long friends.
A devoted fan of NASCAR and Penn State football, Michael’s vocation was fire-fighting. Former Volunteer Fire Chief of Olyphant, he was a 12-year member of Bridgewater’s Green Knoll Volunteer Fire Department, where he had been Trustee, chief driver, and designer of GK’s new apparatus. He was a member of the Kingsbury #466 Masonic Lodge in Olyphant.
Michael’s warm, gracious, giving style was widely appreciated by all who knew him. Earth lost another angel this day.
Funeral mass will be 10am Saturday at Ss Cyril and Methodius Ukrainian Catholic Church, 135 N River St, Olyphant, PA.
Friends may call 4-8pm Thursday at the Bruce C. VanArsdale Funeral Home, 111 N. Gaston Ave, Somerville, NJ and also 4-8pm Friday at Eureka Fire Co #4, 717 E Grant St, Olyphant, PA.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Eureka Fire Co #4, 717 E Grant St, Olyphant, PA or the Green Knoll Fire Company #1, PO Box 6004, Bridgewater, NJ 08807. To send condolences, visit www.brucecvanarsdalefuneralhome.com.
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Bombay HC rejects advocates service tax argument that lawyers provide no value addition for clients
January, 16th 2015
Mumbai advocate PC Joshi argued before the Bombay high court that advocates should be exempted from service tax because the tax is levied on “value addition which is made as a result of rendition of service” and “representation [of litigant clients] before a court does not result in any value addition” and the legal profession is not a business or a trade but a “solemn duty”.
A Bombay high court bench of Justices AA Sayed and SC Dharmadhikari had heard, according to their judgment, that “that merely the act of representing the litigant before the Courts can never amount to a service, for the simple reason that the representation before a Court does not result in any value addition”.
The court rejected Joshi’s arguments in a judgment handed down on Monday, 15 December 2014.
Download judgment here
Joshi had asserted that the amendment to the Finance Act 2011, which makes advocates liable to pay service tax, violates the constitutional guarantee of justice to all because it levies tax not on performance of a service but on performance of a “sovereign and regal function of the State”:
“Further, I say that 'value addition' does not necessarily mean that certain intrinsic changes must occur, in what is being offered as goods or services. In the case of services provided by the advocates, it is their skill, knowledge and expertise in legal matters which is availed of by the clients for monetary consideration on which service tax has been sought to be levied.” …
The amendment to Finance Act as referred above levies, assesses and recovers Service Tax from Advocates and that would be violative of the constitutional guarantee of justice to all. […] justice cannot be secured unless a cause or a legal proceeding is represented properly and effectively before a Court. It is the duty of the Advocates to represent the cause of the litigant before the Court of law to the best of their ability. It is submitted that the Advocates are engaged not only for aid and advice but also for appearance and representation of a case in Court. It is not possible for litigants to argue their cases before the Court of law because they may involve complicated factual and legal issues. In such circumstances, when administration of justice is a sovereign and regal function of the State and Advocates are part of the same, then, they cannot be said to be rendering any service and of the nature envisaged by the Service Tax Act/Finance Act.
It is submitted that the levy of Service Tax imposes a heavy additional burden on litigants and also disables them from approaching the Court. It is in these circumstances, that it has been challenged by the Advocates.
It is submitted that the Advocates appear in the Court to represent their clients, but in effect assist the Court to dispense justice. The fact that the assistance rendered by Advocates is to bring in harmony and peace in the society and resolve disputes between the parties, even by applying the fiction, to consider the representation provided by Advocates as service would be highly unreasonable and absurd.
He added that the fees received by an advocate is merely an honorarium and not a contractual right. Joshi also argued that the amendment violates the constitutional right to equality by levying service tax for when an advocate represents a business entity but exempts representation to an individual.
The Deputy Commissioner of Service Tax responded before the court that it was not just advocates but also chartered accountants, cost and work accountants and company secretaries who provided representational services before statutory authorities such as tribunals, and are now not exempted from service tax. Representation to individuals was exempted from service tax so as to not burden the common man, and this was a reasonable classification under the constitution.
Lawyers’ bodies such as the Society of Indian Law Firms (SILF) and others had been lobbying unsuccessfully against the imposition of service tax on advocates since 2012.
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The league champions UCD visit us as the look to stay in the hunt for the title. UCD are in a rich vein of form and boast the deepest roster in the league. With that they have added a new American in the past few weeks from Swords Thunder which has given them extra fire power to go with one of the leagues best defences.
We return home after 2 tough road trips. Against Templeogue we were within 7 with 4 minutes to go and on an 8-0 run however did not execute a basic defensive assignment after their time out which put the game out of reach but we feel we played well I large chunks against the league leaders. Last week against Maree we led by 20 in the fourth quarter after playing a near perfect first 30 minutes. We had contributions from all eight players that stepped on the floor which helped keep our defensive intensity. They went on a nice run in the closing minutes which also gave us an opportunity to work on some game management coming down the stretch.
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Mystery of Mercy Close
Helen Walsh doesn't believe in fear - it's just a thing invented by men to get all the money and good jobs - and yet she's sinking. Her work as a Private Investigator has dried up, her flat has been re-possessed and now some old demons have resurfaced.
Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd
Pub. Date: April 11 2013
Author: Keyes, Marian
The Mystery of Mercy Close is the tale of strong and sassy but vulnerable, private detective Helen Walsh who is looking for a missing person - but can she find him before she loses herself? 'I have a habit of taking instant dislikes to people. Simply because it saves time . . .' Wasp-tongued private investigator Helen Walsh doesn't believe in love, fear, depression or hot drinks. But when a missing persons case takes her into the dark, glamorous world of her dodgy ex, Jay Parker, she is drawn away from Artie Devlin, her distinctly unglamorous detective boyfriend.Caught between smart, stable Artie and chaotic, up-for-anything Jay - two different, but equally enticing men - and plagued by her own black doubts, Helen finds she's beginning to believe in something.But is it fear, or is it love?'A brilliant, unusual, brave, sexy, book . . . will confirm Keyes's place as one of our finest writers' Jojo Moyes 'Gut-bustingly funny' Independent on Sunday'When it comes to writing page-turners that put a smile on your face and make you think, Keyes is in a class of her own' Daily Express'Zips along with engaging characters, fabulous plotting and spot-on dialogue. Marian Keyes: what a genius' Daily Mail
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What would a thriving rural space look like?
By Shashank Kalra on July 9, 2018 in Learning and Education
I consider myself really fortunate to have travelled to many parts of the country - deep travel and in some cases immersion. Our team at Youth Alliance just returned from Kanpur Dehat (rural) after having facilitated the 9th immersive journey of Gramya Manthan for 28 young people from all over the country.
Let me give a quick context of the region - located in the heart of India’s largest (population-wise) state, about 20 kms off India’s oldest highway (Grand Trunk Road built in 1500s) and about 20 kms off India’s largest river (Ganga), the three villages - Kharagpur, Palia and Ganga Din Nevada are Hindu-dominated, caste-divided, mostly agriculture and animal husbandry dependent. Electricity and toilets have just made mere beginnings. Two of them do not have electricity at all. We have been utterly grateful for the people in these villages, to have given us so much love, acceptance and forgave us for our unconscious mistakes.
Participants from 14 states came to Kanpur Dehat for 9th Gramya Manthan
Since 2012 when we began doing Gramya Manthan - my own ability to see has been growing, understanding of the interconnections has evolved slowly letting go of the biases. In this note, I don’t intend to talk about the popular narratives but bring forth some of the subtler issues. These aren't rural issues but are all pervasive.
We all have such a vivid vision of a thriving urban space but what would a thriving rural space look like?
This was one of the key questions, I went with in this Gramya Manthan. An insight lie in October 1945, when the country was at the cusp of independence and her leaders chose the direction of her being - Nehruji and Gandhiji had an important correspondence. Linked here the letters, Gandhiji spoke of creating an economy and society that is centred around the village while Nehruji preferred to go along the modern flow and considered industrial urbanisation as the only way forward for India - to keep pace with the world. We can guess which path the country chose.
Since independence or even before when nationalistic fervour made its way into the Indian mind - we haven’t had a vision of a thriving rural space. But what’s happening in this generation particularly is a cause of concern. I shall try and put forth my understanding on it in the following paragraphs. The perspectives drawn are pervasive to Indian society at large as I see it today, but particular examples are from the villages.
Linear Thinking
As part of Service Learning, a part of Gramya Manthan’s cohort focussed on restoring a pond in Kharagpur. To my shock the younger folks (under 30) in the village did not understand the under-the-surface ecology of the pond. To them, it was a mere tank of water that gets filled with rain and can be used for irrigation and drinking purposes of cattle. It wasn’t obvious to them that the more important role of the pond was to recharge underground reservoirs and if the water stays longer more will percolate. And it would in turn affect hand-pump water, cropping soil and so on.
To my mind, Systems' Thinking comes much more naturally in a village set-up than in a city.
Leftover food served to cattle, cow dung used as manure to produce more food - are common instances of systems' thinking. But as the state / market takes over agriculture, pests and insects are beginning to be seen as enemies to be killed with chemical power. The understanding of interconnections between different crops is being lost too.
Elders in the village lived systems' thinking emphatically through all their decisions and behaviours. And unfortunately, it isn't being passed on to the next generation.
One of the ponds in village, Kharagpur.
Colonised Mind
It is a usual sight to find young men well-dressed in jeans and t-shirt in the villages we went to. And several other villages I have been to. They no longer wish to be in dhoti, baniyan or pyjamas. While I am no nationalist to tell which dress is more Indian - why its mentioned here is because the temperature there was about 45 degrees celsius. And jeans by no means can be a comfortable clothing for that weather. What makes us see jeans as a better clothing than a dhoti / pyjama?
This is one small example of the colonised mind. It is reflected in the politics of languages at all levels in our country - why English is seen as superior to Indian languages. If you meet insiders in the police, it is almost obvious that one’s worth is not judged by the salary one gets from the department because it is assumed that he will make several times of his salary through bribes and other means. Are these remains of colonial culture? It may not be completely wrong to say that post independence colonialism continued in our country with different bosses.
Our education is in crisis at multiple levels. I am not referring to the education system here. More and more its becoming true that upbringing of today’s children is not being undertaken by parents or schools but by marketing divisions of the corporations. They decide what habits children will make, what will they break, what they shall eat or wear. Before they are 3, they have spectacular camera (selfie) consciousness. This is another kind of colonialism.
In the rural areas too, internet has penetrated deep enough thanks to Reliance’s Jio. While I can’t argue against the benefits of internet - the fact remains pornography has penetrated deeper than we think.
India is seen as the biggest upcoming market, since 69% of India is rural - by logic rural is also an emerging market. Corporations chose to trash their products in rural ecosystems without taking responsibility of the waste it generates for the village ecosystem.
It isn’t uncommon to find people in small towns buying Namaste India/Amul/Ananda Dairy/Nandini milk packets while their close neighbour may have their own cows/buffaloes. Colonised mind comes in a sweet package of perceived convenience.
Dismantled Community
One of the profoundest changes that has happened in the past 30 years or so has been nuclearisation of families. In Ganga Din Nevada, you would not find any young men, almost all of them are away to Kanpur or Delhi, even Mumbai for work. With some of them, their immediate families have gone with them leaving behind elderly parents in the village. Sometimes wives and children stay back.
While in villages people still gather around timelessly, unlike in the cities. And delicacies cooked in the house are for the neighbours too. Or garbage from one home is put in front of another too. But its changing fast, this generation doesn’t recognise these ties. They have bigger dreams. They wish to amass more wealth and replace social ties with economic ones. People who aren’t able to do it, end up drinking taadi (local alcohol) from 7 in the morning. Farming is no longer respectful and even less financially rewarding. Government job is top of the hierarchy.
In pursuit of state-led and industry-led development we have completely disregarded community. In one of the conversations with a grandmother, I learnt that the ponds were maintained for hundreds of years because every year before monsoons, people in the village took soil from them to build their mud-houses. There was enough for all and the whole exercise was done in a cooperative way. Extracting mud from the pond, cleaned it. As pakka (cemented) houses made their way owing to Indira Awas Yojana first, pond soil was no longer needed. Ponds kept getting silted and some of them now are beginning to become garbage fills. Without community, one can’t imagine a healthy ecology.
Linear thinking, colonised minds and dismantled communities have brought our society at an intersection of multiple crises - endangered environmental balance, unprecedented inequity and spiritual poverty.
These are interconnected complex realities and hasty jumping to conclusions may be the last thing to do. One of the things that we have found useful are journeys. Geographic journeys that enable journeys of the mind. Going out of the four walls to let walls of the minds melt. Gramya Manthan is one such journey.
First published on the author's blog
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Heritage Barrels Now Representing Vino Vessel’s Line Of Concrete Tanks In The U.S
Heritage Barrels Now Representing Vino Vessel's Line Of Concrete Tanks In The U.S., Canada And Mexico
Napa-based Heritage Barrels, LLC announced today that it is representing Paso Robles based Vino Vessel, Inc.’s complete line of concrete tanks for the United States, Canada and Mexico (with the exception of San Luis Obispo County). Heritage Barrels offers high-end oak cooperage and vats, and has seen demand for concrete vessels grow throughout the North American market.
Vino Vessel’s state-of-the-art fermentation and storage vessels are made in the heart of Paso Robles wine country, and have developed a loyal following in the Central Coast region of California. Vino Vessel’s concrete tanks have been used in the production of many top rated wines, including those from Booker, Chronic Cellars, Linne Calodo, Peachy Canyon and Stolpman Vineyards, among others. The company has been building quality vessels for both red and white wines, ranging from 70 to 1,300 gallons since 2007. Combining the beneficial oxygenation qualities of oak with the efficiency and durability of stainless steel, Vino Vessel’s concrete units offer a distinct cost-effective solution for the fermentation and aging of fine wines.
“We’re already working with some of the top winemakers in the Central Coast, and our partnership with Heritage Barrels allows us to showcase our concrete vessels to an expanded network of winemaking clients throughout North America,” said Micah Utter, President and CEO of Vino Vessel.
“The value of concrete as a fermentation and storage vessel has been evident for centuries,” said John Schilter, Managing Partner of Heritage Barrels. The concrete tanks from Vino Vessel allow us to offer another superior tool to our wine producing clients that complements the wood and stainless steel products they already use.”
About Heritage Barrels, LLC
Heritage Barrels is a manufacturer and distributor of some of the world’s most premium wine barrels. It offers the finest in oak and concrete vessels, perfectly matched to the needs of the most respected winemakers. In addition to its own American and Hungarian oak wine barrels, the company offers traditionally crafted French oak barrels from Tonnellerie Vallaurine (Rhône Valley) and Giraud (Cognac). Heritage Barrels is also the exclusive distributor for Oenotan Sélection, the only water-soluble oak extract available for the wine and spirits industry. The company was founded in 2009 by four wine industry veterans: John Schilter, Eric Mercier, Rich Davis and Jeff Jaeger.
www.heritagebarrels.com.
About Vino Vessel
The United States’ original domestic concrete vessel manufacturer, Vino Vessel was established in the Paso Robles wine country, by concrete artisan Micah Utter and his wife Lacey, who were driven to address numerous winemaking needs expressed by local winemakers. The result is an innovative new line of concrete tanks for the production of both white and red wines. Tanks produced by Vino Vessel range in size from 70 gallons to over 1,300 gallons, with the possibility to design and produce larger size tanks. Their proprietary methods allow the company more flexibility to produce custom size containers at reasonable and competitive prices.
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Health Care in America
Health care latest: Dems still chasing votes
President Obama talks to a member of Congress on his way to a speech in Fairfax, Virginia, on Friday.
Obama to address House Dems on Saturday, sources say
"We are going to do something historic this weekend," Obama says
House expected to vote on health care legislation on Sunday
Republicans remain in opposition to the bill and say they will keep up their fight against it
Washington (CNN) -- The House is expected to vote Sunday on the health care bill passed by the Senate in December.
Republicans have vowed to do everything they can to kill the bill.
Here's the latest on where the debate stands:
Chasing the votes: Democratic leaders continue to try to round up the 216 necessary votes to pass the bill. According to CNN's latest count, 30 Democrats plan to vote against the legislation. Thirty-eight Democratic "no" votes are needed to kill the bill.
Twenty-nine House Democrats have told CNN they haven't yet decided how they will vote, and 15 have not responded to CNN's repeated inquiries. Multiple Democratic leadership sources told CNN that Democrats have more than 200 "yes" votes, though it was not clear Friday night how close Democrats were to securing the votes they need.
See how Democrats plan to vote
Final plea: President Obama plans to address the House Democratic caucus on Saturday to make his final case for health care reform, according to four Democratic officials familiar with the plans. The pitch to lawmakers will be made on Capitol Hill, White House aides said. Obama planned to meet with and call members of Congress on Friday afternoon, as he has been doing throughout the week.
Abortion talk: Rep. Bart Stupak, D-Michigan, said Friday he is in talks with House Speaker Nancy Pelosi to allow an up-or-down vote on his amendment tightening restrictions on a federal ban on funding abortions. A group of female representatives who support abortion rights left a meeting with Pelosi on the issue, with one saying Stupak's demand for a vote is a "nonstarter" and that as many as 50 Democrats could bolt from supporting the bill if Stupak's language, which was in the original House bill but left out of the Senate bill, passes. Stupak is, so far, a firm "no" on the bill.
iReport: Make your case on health care reform
Avoiding Obama?: Texas Rep. Henry Cuellar, a Democrat who hasn't decided how to vote, is refusing to answer a telephone call from the White House.
Democrats' new health care bill
Video: Rep. Bart Stupak still a 'no'
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"If I have to talk to him, I'll talk to him," Cuellar said begrudgingly of a phone call his office received from the White House on Wednesday. But Cuellar told reporters in the Capitol he has so far refused to return the call because he first wants to decide how he'll vote on the health care package.
He also acknowledged that it was "White House staff" that placed the call, but he presumes the president wanted to speak to him. "At the end of the day, when we take a vote, he's not going to be out there supporting me and running my elections," Cuellar said.
"It's going to be up to me to run my election. And it's up to me to decide on my own that this is in the best interests of my district."
Cuellar voted in favor of the original House version of health care reform in November.
House leaders weigh in: House Speaker Nancy Pelosi said that when her members go to vote, they will have "all of the assurance they need" that the reconciliation package will be passed in the Senate.
"When we bring the bill to the floor, we will have a significant victory for the American people," Pelosi said.
House Minority Leader John Boehner, however, said the vote is "pretty tight."
Boehner said the revised health care bill is worse than the original legislation.
"The American people are going to hear about every pay off, every kickback and every sweetheart deal that comes out," he said.
Boehner reiterated his pledge to do everything he can to prevent the bill from becoming law. "Republicans can't beat this bill, but the American people can," he said.
On Friday, Boehner sent a letter to Pelosi asking that the final health care votes be recorded by "call of the roll," in which every lawmaker must publicly announce his or her vote on the floor.
"This weekend's votes will be among the most consequential votes we will ever cast as members of Congress," Boehner said in the letter. "As such, it is my belief that every member should stand before the American people and announce his or her vote as the final decision is made."
Obama's push: President Obama took his health care message to George Mason University on Friday, telling the crowd, "We are going to do something historic this weekend."
The president framed the vote as a choice between a victory for the insurers or "victory for the American people."
Obama targets insurers in final health care push
Boccieri decides: After wrestling publicly with his vote, Rep. John Boccieri of Ohio announced Friday he'll be voting "yes" on the health care bill.
Boccieri said he was encouraged by the Congressional Budget Office numbers.
Earlier, Boccieri told CNN he was faced with "voting on an imperfect bill or doing nothing."
Confidence from House Majority Whip: Rep. James Clyburn, D-South Carolina, said Friday he "feels very sure" that the House will vote sometime after 2 p.m. on Sunday "and the bill will pass."
Immigration reform plays a role: Rep. Luis Gutierrez, D-Illinois, agreed to support the House health care bill after meeting with Obama and discussing immigration reform.
"After extensive discussions with the president, I believe we have a health care bill I can vote 'yes' for, and I believe we have a commitment to move forward on a comprehensive immigration reform package as soon as possible," Gutierrez said in a statement Thursday.
Voting no: Michigan Democrat Bart Stupak, who has opposed the Senate plan because he says it isn't tough enough on restricting federal funding for abortion, said Thursday he'll vote against the compromise plan.
"As of today am still voting no," said Stupak, who sponsored an amendment to further restrict ways abortions can be funded . "I'm standing with the principle of protecting the sanctity of life."
What are Obama's Sunday plans? Not much, White House insiders say.
Even if the House passes the act Sunday, Obama is not planning a big public signing ceremony because the Senate will still have to pass the reconciliation fixes in the legislation, top aides say. Instead the president is likely to deliver relatively low-key public remarks congratulating the House if it passes the legislation that day.
On Sunday, Obama also will sign the portion of the legislation that deals with the original Senate bill if that plan is confirmed by the Senate parliamentarian after all of this weekend's final machinations in the House.
Obama delays trip, again: Gibbs announced Thursday that Obama is postponing a trip to Indonesia and Australia until June.
"The president greatly regrets the delay. Our international alliances are critical to America's security and economic progress. But passage of health insurance reform is of paramount importance, and the president is determined to see this battle through," Gibbs said.
Indonesian presidential spokesman Dino Patti Djalal said, "To be honest, the protocol, logistical preparation is quite ripe for the visit but then there's a good side. The good side is as President Yudhoyono wishes, the visit can take place when the president's mind is not focused on Washington but on Indonesia-American relations."
Last week, Obama pushed back his departure date by three days. He was scheduled to leave on Sunday. "This is historical. I'm sure he wants to be here for the history," Pelosi said after a news conference Thursday.
Legislation revealed: Democratic leaders unveiled the text of the reconciliation act for health care on Thursday. They had earlier promised to put the act online 72 hours before a vote, meaning the House will take up the act on Sunday at the earliest.
Health Care and Education Affordability Reconciliation Act of 2010 (pdf)
Section-by-section analysis (pdf)
The price tag: The compromise health care bill drafted by top Democrats will cost $940 billion over the next 10 years, according to a preliminary analysis released Thursday by the nonpartisan Congressional Budget Office.
Read the CBO preliminary estimate (pdf)
The bill cuts the deficit by $138 billion during that period, the CBO report said. It would further reduce the deficit by another $1.2 trillion in the following decade, two House Democratic sources said.
Republicans were critical of what they characterized as Democrats "leaking" the "unsubstantiated" preliminary estimate.
GOP leaders said the new CBO estimates had not changed their opinion of the bill, which they vehemently oppose.
End run?: Democrats have floated the idea of voting on a resolution that would simply "deem" the bill passed, to allow unhappy House members to avoid a direct vote on the Senate bill. The House then would proceed to a separate vote on the more popular changes to the Senate bill.
Boehner said Thursday that Democrats have tried "every kind of scheme known to man to try to get it through the Congress without a vote."
The minority party introduced a resolution that would force an up-or-down vote on the Senate bill and would call for at least an hour of debate before the vote.
Democrats avoided an effort to bring it to the floor with a procedural vote to move on to other business.
What happens next?: If Democrats keep their pledge of posting the bill 72 hours before a vote, the House would take up the Senate bill Sunday at the earliest. It would immediately follow up with another vote on a package of changes designed in part to make the overall legislation more acceptable to House Democrats.
The Senate would vote to approve those changes next week by a simple majority vote, and the original bill would go directly to Obama to sign into law.
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CNN's Arwa Damon, Dana Bash, Jill Dougherty, Evan Glass, Ed Henry, John Helton, Kristi Keck, Alan Silverleib, Deirdre Walsh and Robert Yoon contributed to this report.
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The world in your hand: Intricate and palm-sized historical buildings
Updated 4th January 2017
Written by Zahra Jamshed, CNN
For over two decades Matthew Simmonds has been recreating history in miniature form.
From ancient religious buildings to Chinese feng shui, Simmonds finds inspiration through his extensive study of varying cultures and periods.
And it's his choice of canvas -- solid rock -- that makes his work particularly interesting.
As a qualified stonemason, he spends weeks at a time, meticulously carving detailed interiors into tiny pieces of limestone and marble.
Simmonds prefer to carve into marble or limestone Credit: Matt Simmonds
"I'm not recreating any one building in particular, but instead looking at the way in which certain architectural trends exist during one particular historical period, then carve it into stone," Simmonds explains.
"I look at the language of buildings and create something of my own."
With a diverse international client base, Simmonds' portfolio spans several histories and cultures. His current work, a nod to Islamic architecture, is on display at the Islamic Arts Festival in Sharjah, The United Arab Emirates.
CNN Style speaks to Matthew Simmonds about the intricacies of carving powerful architectural languages into hard, solid rock.
CNN: Why did you choose stone as your primary material?
Simmonds: Stone is a very beautiful thing because for every human endeavor in history, and by that I mean the human efforts we as a species use to express who we are and what we believe in at any given time...stone is often the one material that remains.
Smaller pieces take Simmonds around two weeks to make Credit: Matt Simmonds
It is stone that is left behind for us to piece together history from. It's the way cultures leave a sign on the world.
And stone itself has a power as a natural material because we essentially have an imprint of history left in every rock. Rocks take billions of years to create, have history pressed within them, and you can see traces of the creatures that have happened upon it over time.
It's a beautiful material to carve into because the final product is partially by me, and partially made by nature itself.
CNN: What sort of stone make for the best carvings?
Simmonds: I feel that the best stones for carving are marble and limestone.
These stones allow you to get in all the fine details, but they're not too hard to carve deep into.
Simmonds studies architectural trends and turns them into "something of my own" Credit: Matt Simmonds
They allow for finer, delicate work. Materials like sandstone is not strong enough, while granite is too hard.
CNN: How long does each sculpture take to complete?
Simmonds: It can vary quite a bit. Smaller pieces can take around two weeks -- assuming they're not too large and complex -- while the larger and more complex pieces can take several months.
Right now, for example, I've just started work on a fireplace built of multiple different cut stones. The last time I worked on a similar fireplace, it took a year to complete.
A fireplace made by Matthew Simmonds Credit: Matthew Simmonds
It is built of 45 different panels, and each different panel shows different subject matters. I try to explore different cultures and time periods from every continent in the world. I'm just about to start it now and I expect this to take a year as well.
CNN: Which sculpture is a standout from your collection?
Simmonds: I was commissioned by Swire Properties in Hong Kong to create three sculptures which incorporated feng shui, called "The Trilogy."
"The Trilogy" by Matthew Simmonds Credit: Matthew Simmonds
Due to the complexities of creating an internal space that aligned with the regulations of feng shui -- which focuses on how a space can influence good luck and energy -- I found it very challenging, which I enjoyed.
I chose to make three pieces to ensure there was a continuous flow of energy throughout the whole project. The middle block has many windows, which allowed energy to flow freely, and in Chinese culture, the number eight is a very auspicious number, and so I tried to include the number eight wherever possible.
Throughout the sculptures you'll see patterns -- eight columns, eight steps on each piece, eight openings in each piece.
CNN: In your opinion, what are the most beautiful stone buildings in the world?
There's far too many to choose from.
Internal view of the Hagia Sofia in Istanbul, Turkey. Credit: Dan Kitwood/Getty Images Europe/Getty Images
I like medieval buildings, and one of the greatest churches in the world is the Hagia Sophia in Istanbul, which is made of brick on the outside but is filled with stone fixtures on the inside.
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Another beautiful site is the Ellora temples in India -- ancient structures and caves completely cut from stone.
Petra in Jordan is also home to some of the most incredible rock-cut architecture, and then there is, of course, the Pantheon in Rome.
Tell us about your exhibit at the Islamic Art Festival in Sharjah National Art Museum.
There are three works on show here. The first is "Sinan," which is inspired by the architecture of iconic Turkish architect Mimar Sinan, and is carved into marble.
"Sinan" by Matthew Simmonds Credit: matthew simmonds
The other two are newer pieces from 2016, "Muqarnas Study" and "Cube," which simply pay tribute to the more abstract philosophies of Islam.
This interview was edited for length and clarity.
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Browse > Home / Jerrod, Reviews / Suicide Squad
August 5, 2016 by Jerrod Kingery
Will Smith and Margot Robbie star in "Suicide Squad."
Starring: Will Smith, Margot Robbie, Viola Davis
Directed by: David Ayer (“Fury”)
Written by: David Ayer (“Training Day”)
Love them, hate them, or merely shrug through them as they unspool twice a year, at least the Marvel films have one thing going for them: a cohesive vision. Sure, it’s not a romantic filmmaking one, like that of a gifted writer or visionary director, but at least there’s a house style in place that prevents their films from having to be saved (or salvaged) in the editing room. Three movies into DC Comics’ film slate—the closest thing Marvel has to a direct competitor, even though that’s not how movies work—and we’re still getting products that feel like they’re assembled out of hundreds of executives’ studio notes and test screening reactions rather than a decisions and imagery conjured up from a director’s heart and soul or words typed into Final Draft by a screenwriter. That’s why we have the option to choose from the theatrical and extended cuts of “Batman v Superman” on Blu-ray, and seemingly the reason why we’ve got this tonal mess plopping into theaters under the name “Suicide Squad.”
The premise is simple: in a post-Superman world, mysterious government hard-ass Amanda Waller (Viola Davis) wants to put together her own super team of meta-humans to take up arms against whatever comes next that maybe isn’t as nice as Superman was. Thing is, Waller only has access to bad guys like super-sniper Deadshot (Will Smith), psychotic nymphet Harley Quinn (Margot Robbie), fire-conjuring homeboy Diablo (Jay Hernandez), an Aussie guy who throws boomerangs and drinks beers (Jai Courtney), some giant alligator guy (Adewale Akinnuoye-Agbaje), and, uh, a guy that climbs ropes really well (Adam Beach).
Waller’s proposal is cut and dried: these villains have no choice but to fight for the government. If they don’t, they die by way of an explosive in their necks. And if they do, they’ll probably die anyway. After stilted introductions and some interruptions from The Joker (Jared Leto), the group is pressed into service fighting the real-life witch Enchantress (Cara Delevigne).
With an erratic tone and butchered-to-hell narrative flow that feel like panicked responses to the critical beating that “Batman v Superman” took from critics (well, I liked it fine) and a fair share of average fans, “Suicide Squad” feels icky with flop sweat, the embodiment of the phrase, “Oh shit, we’ve gotta fix this!” After initial (fun and funny!) trailers were well-received, the movie reportedly underwent reshoots to inject more humor into the proceedings, and the stitching together of disparate elements of director/writer David Ayer’s script and whatever giant pile of sentient studio notes denied a WGA credit kicked out is as obvious as Robbie’s ass is in the marketing materials. While you’ll sell plenty of Pop! Vinyl figures and might even power through to a box office hit on this, you blew it again, DC.
Ep. 44 – Ex Machina, The Age of Adaline, Kung Fu Killer, Adult Beginners, Jared Leto’s Joker, and a wrap up of all our events of the past week
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Tags: 2016, David Ayer, Jared Leto, jerrodreview, Margot Robbie, Suicide Squad, Viola Davis, Will Smith
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Ayotte calling for full audit of Pentagon (Ron Paul, Congress, Iraq)
waterboy7375
WASHINGTON — The Pentagon would undergo a full audit within three years under legislation being pushed by U.S. Sen. Kelly Ayotte.
Ayotte, R-N.H., has offered an amendment to the 2012 National Defense Authorization Act, which the Senate is debating this week, that would call for the audit to be completed by Sept. 30, 2014, she said Tuesday.
“It just makes sense to me,” Ayotte said. “We’re in a fiscal crisis. If we can’t audit the Department of Defense, we wouldn’t be able to get good information to distinguish what is necessary and what would be good for reductions.”
Ayotte, who has also called for the elimination of $800 million in funding for a missile defense system and was the sponsor of an amendment the Senate recently passed that would reduce the Air Force’s fleet of C-5 and C-17 cargo planes from 316 to 301 for a $1.2 billion savings, said she is willing to break from the traditional Republican Party platforms on defense spending to produce appropriate savings.
For example, the Heritage Foundation, a Conservative think tank, criticized the proposal to cut the funding for the missile defense program.
“I believe firmly in protecting the country and having strong national security,” she said. “But I strongly believe that one of my most important responsibilities as a senator is my oversight responsibility. I want to make sure taxpayer dollars are used wisely.”
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Dane_in_LA
A Republican I can agree with. Go for it.
chielgirl
I'd love to see it.
There are some areas where funds could be cut; programs eliminated altogether.
They need to do a serious analysis of the costs of FTE v Contract Employee and value added by some of its measurement tools.
The old boy network of bringing retired officers as contractors needs to be reviewed and eliminated.
Civil Service is not a benefit program for retired; they get retirement pay as their benefit for serving.
If you're not aware, Congress looks at FTE (full time equivalent of one person working for a year) and wants them reduced. DoD therefore contracts out work so that they eliminate the FTE but incur greater costs with a contractor from a for-profit company. It's a game of smoke and mirrors; it's a nasty little open secret that costs the taxpayer a lot of money.
Look at Iraq.
Soldiers will be gone by the end of the year.
Contractors remain at the cost of about $200k/year to the taxpayer.
Zembonez
Location: United State of Texas
Call for it all you want.
It's a fantasy.
Originally Posted by waterboy7375
Ron Paul with a wig!
Originally Posted by BentBow
Why do you feel it necessary to demean the person with the idea?
Is it a problem to give credit where it is due?
Winter_Sucks
Would this be the same Ayotte who is trying to make sure the automatic cuts don't happen to Defense spending? That's some fine "fiscal conservatism."
Yes it is. She wants the waste cut, not just anything.
We need to cut a lot more than just "waste" at the Pentagon.
GTOlover
Location: Vancouver, B.C., Canada
Why do you not Offer close Allies (like Canada, Australia, The UK) some decent deals on (SSN) Subs since I know Canada would love to purchase 4-5 Los angles class 688i boats that designed for under-ice operations would be perfect for Canada and we could send them down to be Refitted, Refuled, upgraded at a US naval yard and then tain Canadian navy personal to operate it...
Canada would be able to use it to patrol under the Arctic Ice and it would mean billions doller just for a 10 year service deal and training contracts with the USN. not to mention the cost to by the Subs which would be in the 1.5-1.8 Billion range each.
Australia has diffrent needs then Canada but I Read some where they were looking at purchasing two or three Virgina Class brand new but if not new they could get the use the Block I Virgina class (SSN).
Also since the F-35 JSF II is way behind if Boeing andoffered to build and sell 15-20 F-15SG or put the F-15SE Silent Eagles into porduction and the 25-30 latest upgraded F/A-18A Super Hornets as Stop Gap..The Gen 4++ fighters with The new APG-79 AESA Radar and ALE-55 towed decoy, Improved AN/ALQ-214 jammer and some other Gen 5 goodies entering into production on lattest blocks of the Legacy fighters..
Plus the newer Block fighters would still work with the F-35 and It would be smart Having a few brand new Gen4++ Fighters until the F-35 gets all the kinks worked out and the pilots are used to them a bit more.
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Home Feature Calgary Community Citadel
Calgary Community
Andrea Cox
The Citadel Gazebo is a defining architectural landmark located at the entrance to Citadel Park. Andrea Cox / For CREB®Now
A bastion of diversity and community spirit in Calgary’s northwest
Roughly 25 years ago, the northwest community of Citadel began taking shape. At the time, it was literally pushing the northern edge of the city, etching its boundaries along Country Hills Blvd and Sarcee Trail, while its northern edge spilled into the wild sagebrush of ranchers’ fields. Today, it is bounded by Stoney Trail to the north and west.
Over the years, the community has matured, attracting a diverse mix of residents. It’s also a family friendly community, with an active community association that hosts plenty of events that invite connectivity, including Easter egg hunts, movie nights in the park and the Winter Gala.
“Citadel has been, and remains, one of the most secure and safe communities in Calgary.” – David Cox, Citadel Community Association president
David Cox, president of the Citadel Community Association, has been living in the area for seven years. He says there is a real sense of community spirit and pride, two qualities that underpin the community’s reputation.
“Citadel has been, and remains, one of the most secure and safe communities in Calgary,” he said, adding that over 1,500 residents communicate daily via social media to draw attention to any safety and security issues, and to connect socially.
“Citadel is a diverse and multicultural community, and one of the major goals of the community association is to bring all of these diverse cultures together,” said Cox. To that end, plans are in the works for a central community hub facility. Progress has been made on the funding and development permits, and the Citadel Community Association is hoping to break ground soon.
The Citadel Gazebo is a defining architectural landmark located at the entrance to Citadel Park.
The community is a shopping mecca, with both Beacon Hill and Country Hills Shopping Centres only minutes away.
Nearby Twelve Mile Coulee, with its walking and hiking trails, awaits those looking for quiet tranquility and untouched nature.
Inland Athletic Park offers an array of sports fields on the community’s northern edge.
Quadrant: N.W.
Dwellings: 3,484
Median pre-tax household income: $95,847
Number of residential sales (YTD): 21
Residential average price (YTD): $414,210
SOURCE: 2017 Calgary Civic Census, 2011 National Household Survey & CREB®
Citadel Community Association
Citadel Gazebo
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Paul Williams Started Retirement December 31st
Paul Williams of Paul Williams & The Victory Trio has announced that he has officially retired fromthe road as of December 31st,2013. Paul has performed bluegrass, gospel and bluegrass gospel for years and has contributed to the lives of many fans and followers. Paul's love for music and the Lord began at the early age of nine when his father bought him an “A” model Gibson mandolin to play in prayer meetings and church services. The love and dedication continue today with Paul and his great band traveling all over the country spreading the good news at churches, festivals and benefits.
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Amy Taylor (vocals), Bryce Wilson (drums) and Declan Martens (guitar) founded Amyl in their sharehouse in early 2016. They formed the band, wrote a handful of tunes and released their debut EP, Giddy Up, all in a span of twelve hours. Gus Romer came on board to play bass shortly afterward and Amyl and the Sniffers took its current shape: a grimy four-piece taking its cues from a diverse mix of genres including pub rock, Aussie punk, country and western and rap rave. The band set out to have as much fun as possible and scared up a whole lot of fans along the way.
Upcoming gigs:
Amyl and The Sniffers at Market Hotel (July 19, 2019): Market Hotel, Brooklyn, NY, US
Amyl and The Sniffers at Great Scott (July 20, 2019): Great Scott, Allston, MA, US
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The “IT” Film Is Officially Rated ‘R’
Wednesday, June 21st 2017 10:34 am
New Line and Warner Bros. Pictures’ new film adaptation of Stephen King’s iconic monster novel “It” has received an official R-rating by the MPAA – just as expected as director Andres Muschetti and producers have mentioned several times in the past that they were shooting for an R.
The rating has been handed out for “violence/horror, bloody images, and for language.” The book famously includes plenty of dark material cut from or toned down in the previous TV adaptation, that shouldn’t be the case here bar the infamous teen gang bang scene which won’t be included.
Jaeden Lieberher, Finn Wolfhard, Jack Dylan Grazer, Wyatt Oleff, Chosen Jacobs, Jeremy Ray Taylor, Javier Botet, Nicholas Hamilton and Owen Teague star in the film which has Bill Skarsgard taking on the iconic role of Pennywise the Clown.
The film opens on September 8th with a new trailer expected sometime in the next few weeks.
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From J. D. Hooker [24 March 1863]1
Royal Gardens Kew
Tuesday.
Dear Darwin
I have been looking at Poplars. Most of the Trees are so big, that one would require a ladder to examine.2
One nice young tree of P. canescens is covered with ♂ catkins, I find no honey secreted, any where, I see no bees or other insects about the tree, & I find the pollen to be shed in great quantity in the powdery form.
This is all I have made out as yet.
I forgot last Sunday to ask you about Reversion, I am so glad you have taken up the subject.3 I do not understand you in saying that the child inherits nothing from its Grandparents except you mean (what I think you imply) that the Gndparents’ properties, if developed by the grdchild, were latent in the parent—& which I entirely believe—4 I wholly disbelieve Lyell’s dogma that a talented child can be born of untalented parents.5 In the case of every one of my Gdparents (Turners’)6 numerous grand children, I can descry some of his many wonderful qualities (bad good & indifferent), some patent in their parents, others latent but producible & I do not believe that one has a quality of its Grd parents, that was not transmitted through its parent.
I now well remember that the P.S. note to my Australian Essay was added to the 3d. Revise of the sheet, after receiving the “Origin” from you, & it was its actual distribution that prompted the reference in the P.S.—7
Falconer is implacable & takes a most violent & most prejudiced view of Lyell— I had at him in vain; & Lubbock did his very best too, seperately— F. was far too far gone to care whether Owen would enjoy it or not. From Fs. tone it will be a very severe affair.8
Lubbock in N.H. Review, had in a note called attention to Lyell’s “doing injustice” to Prestwich & Falconer.9 I mollified the expression “injustice” in Lubbock’s paper (which was friendly & apologetic) I am deeply sorry for it, but what can one do—? I do think Lyells first XII chapters a complete mess.10
Oliver asks if you have a spare copy of the Linum paper, he would be greatly obliged for one.11
I do not know what to think of Tropical plants during cold period— As to their living through it, it is an impossibility— I quite go along with you in suggesting as many Tertiary or Secondary cold periods of migrations as you please.—12 But that such an Order as Dipterocarpeæ, whose species are all ultra tropical, all trees,—containing many diverse genera & species, should have survived a cold period, or been developed since, are equally preposterous surmises in the present state of science.
It was very kind of you to keep my medallion passion in mind, I do hope those you mentioned will turn up—13 I should extremely like a cast of that of your Grandfather for our Museum here, & asked Woolner the Sculptor, who offered to have it done without any injury whatever, if you did not object to lend it for the purpose.—14 It is immensely valuable, so I shall not be vexed if you decline.
Falconer was so superlatively jocund at Lubbocks, I did wish you had been there to hear.15
If ever you find any local application do good to your Eczema, pray let me know, as my Fathers is getting bad again.16
I had a very jolly walk back in 1h. 48”. to the house, & found the Busks & Tyndall arrived for dinner.17
I have not forgotten Edwardsia.18
I have a little girl down with bad sore throat not Diptheria thank God, something is evidently going through the family.19
Ever yours affec | J D Hooker
I hope I am not too severe on Lyells first Chapters—20 the state of case is thus.—
I read first & second with delight, those reminded me of the Principles21—& after a long interval I skimmed III–X & was struck with the appearances of Lyells want of faith in all Prestwichs observations & facts—till ratified by his (Lyells) going down to spot & examining for himself—in short a decided appearance of suppression of credit due to Ps. originality & accuracy.22
I then reread all very carefully, but could hardly justify my last verdict, & got quite confused & am so still.
I quite agree with you as to want of originality of whole work, but I expected no originality.—
CD annotations
1.1 I have … examine. 1.2] crossed brown crayon
3.1 This is … yet.] before closing square bracket, brown crayon
4.1 Reversion,] underl brown crayon
4.1 I am so … indifferent), 4.8] crossed pencil
4.8 I do not … parent. 4.10] scored brown crayon
7.4 chapters … mess.] underl brown crayon
9.1 I do not … impossibility— 9.2] scored brown crayon
9.4 But that … trees, 9.5] double scored brown crayon
10.1 I do hope … up— 10.2] scored brown crayon
10.3 who offered … purpose.— 10.5] double scored brown crayon
12.1 If ever … again. 12.2] double scored brown crayon
18.2 & was struck … himself— 18.4] double scored brown crayon
The date is established by the reference to Hooker’s visit to Down on 22 March 1863 (see n. 3, below); the following Tuesday was 24 March 1863.
CD asked Hooker for information on pollination in poplars in his letter of 13 [March 1863].
See letter to J. D. Hooker, 17 March [1863] and n. 20. Hooker visited Down House on 22 March 1863, while on a visit to John Lubbock’s house at Chislehurst, Kent (see letter from J. D. Hooker, [15 March 1863]).
See letter to J. D. Hooker, 17 March [1863]. See also letter to J. D. Hooker, 26 [March 1863].
C. Lyell 1863a, pp. 504–5.
Hooker’s maternal grandparents were the banker and botanist Dawson Turner, and Mary Turner.
In C. Lyell 1863a, p. 417, Charles Lyell had claimed that J. D. Hooker 1859 was published several months before Origin, whereas it was actually published a month after Origin. Hooker had also been confused over their respective dates of publication (see letter from J. D. Hooker, [15 March 1863] and n. 7, and letter to J. D. Hooker, 17 March [1863] and n. 3). Hooker ended his essay with a postscript, the last paragraph of which (J. D. Hooker 1859, p. cxxviii) read: I would further observe here, to avoid ambiguity, that my friend Mr. Darwin’s just completed work ‘On the Origin of Species by Natural Selection,’ from the perusal of much of which in MS. I have profited so largely, had not appeared during the printing of this Essay, or I should have largely quoted it.
Hugh Falconer was angry about what he considered to be Lyell’s failure properly to acknowledge his work, and that of Joseph Prestwich, in Antiquity of man (C. Lyell 1863a; see letters from J. D. Hooker, [6 March 1863] and [15 March 1863]). Hooker refers to conversations that took place at Lubbock’s house on 22 March 1863 (see n. 3, above). Earlier in the year, Falconer had been involved in a vigorous dispute with Richard Owen, who had subsequently also been criticised in, and was critical of, Lyell’s book (see, for example, letter to J. D. Hooker, 3 January [1863] and n. 2, and letter from J. D. Hooker, [23 February 1863] and n. 2).
Hooker refers to Lubbock’s review of C. Lyell 1863a, which appeared in the number of the Natural History Review for April 1863 ([Lubbock 1863c]); Hooker must have seen the review in manuscript while visiting Lubbock (see n. 3, above). In the published version ([Lubbock] 1863c, p. 214), Lubbock stated: ‘Though … we think that Sir Charles scarcely gives due prominence to the labours of his predecessors in these investigations, and especially to those of Dr. Falconer and Mr. Prestwich, we are quite satisfied that this is unintentional.’
C. Lyell 1863a. See also letter from J. D. Hooker, [1 March 1863] and n. 12.
CD’s paper, ‘Two forms in species of Linum’, was read before the Linnean Society on 5 February 1863. It was published in the number of the Journal of the Proceedings of the Linnean Society (Botany) that was issued on 13 May 1863 (General index to the Journal of the Linnean Society, p. vi). However, CD obtained a number of offprints of the paper in mid-April for distribution to those who he considered would be interested; Daniel Oliver’s name appears on CD’s presentation list (see Correspondence vol. 11, Appendix IV). Oliver had previously requested a copy of the paper in order to give an abstract of it in the Natural History Review, of which he was one of the editors (see letter from Daniel Oliver, 27 February 1863). He apparently wrote the abstract that was published in the July 1863 issue of the journal ([Oliver] 1863d; see letter to J. D. Hooker, 14 July [1863]).
See letter to J. D. Hooker, 17 March [1863] and nn. 17 and 18.
Hooker was an avid collector of Wedgwood ware (see letters from J. D. Hooker, 6 January 1863, [16 February 1863], and [6 March 1863]). Hooker and CD apparently discussed the subject during Hooker’s visit to Down House of 22 March 1863.
Thomas Woolner. Hooker refers to a Wedgwood medallion of Erasmus Darwin and to the museum of the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew.
See n. 3, above.
Both CD and William Jackson Hooker had been diagnosed as suffering from eczema in 1862 (see Correspondence vol. 10, letter from J. D. Hooker, 2 July 1862).
See n. 3, above. The references are to George and Ellen Busk, and to John Tyndall.
See letter to J. D. Hooker, 24[–5] February [1863] and n. 19. See also letter to Daniel Oliver, 24–5 March [1863].
The reference is to either Harriet Anne or Maria Elizabeth Hooker.
See n. 10, above.
C. Lyell 1830–3.
Has been looking at separation of sexes in poplars.
Interested in reversion.
Does not understand all CD said on inheritance.
JDH now remembers that Origin was "published" some time before it was "distributed" and therefore appeared prior to his own essay [see also 2478].
Impossible to say whether some Dipterocarpaceae survived a cold period or have developed since.
DAR 100: 154, DAR 101: 123–5
8pp †
Hooker, J. D.
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EGM’s Best of 2011 Marc Camron’s Picks
Marc Camron
ON Dec 21, 2011 @ 4:36PM
2011 was an odd year for me. When it started, there were only two games I was really excited for: Batman: Arkham City and Uncharted 3. The latter failed to make my top five because of some seriously wonky shooting mechanics that made me frequently want to throw Nathan Drake out a window, but fortunately, plenty of other games took up the slack.
When standing at the precipice of a new console generation, it?s staggering to think of how far we?ve come since the Xbox 360 and PS3 launched. Just compare Oblivion and Skyrim, and you might think the former came out for the original Xbox. And it?s not over yet. Next year, we get games like BioShock Infinite and Halo 4. So, before saying goodbye to 2011, here are my picks for the games that cost me too many hours of sleep this year.
Marc’s Top 5 of 2011:
#1: The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword
Formats: Wii
Developer: Nintendo
I didn?t want a Zelda game that completely relied on motion controls. I even postponed dropping it in my system for nearly a week after I got it. What was I thinking?! Skyward Sword stands up to the series? best games, and it eclipses the rest with the spot-on controls, awesome storytelling, and fantastic twists.
#2: Batman: Arkham City
Formats: Xbox 360, PS3
Publisher: Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment
Developer: Rocksteady Studios
My No. 1 pick before I got my hands on Zelda, Arkham City expanded on everything that I loved in the first game. More exploring, more fighting, more wonderful toys! Somehow, Rocksteady made the game work despite loading it up with villains, and they never compromised or convoluted the story. Action-adventure games rarely get better than this.
#3: The Elder Scroll V: Skyrim
Developer: Bethesda Game Studios
In most other years, this game would?ve been my No. 1. I don?t recall ever having played a more immersive, more detailed RPG. Bethesda upgraded everything from Oblivion, including the graphics, combat, and user interface. Even though it still launched a little buggy, nothing stopped me?and millions of others?from diving into this masterpiece.
#4: RAGE
Developer: id Software
While many critics disagree, for me, RAGE delivered on every promise made. Signature id gameplay, frantic racing, and quality first-person action against a great variety of enemies. No, it didn?t have the most polished story, and it became a little repetitive at times, but few games drew me in and kept me playing like this one.
#5: Mortal Kombat
Developer: NeatherRealm
This game makes my top 5 for one reason: The Mortal Kombat reboot made me enjoy a Mortal Kombat game. In the almost 20 years since the first game, this is the first time I actually wanted to keep playing MK. With fluid controls, fantastic animation, and amazing structure?both for the story and in multiplayer?MK was the most pleasant surprise of the year for me.
Marc’s Off-Topic Awards:
Worst 1-2 Punch: Homefront and Red Faction: Armageddon
What happened THQ? At E3 2010, these two games really excited me. But what we received last spring was a one poorly executed game after another, leaving us bummed and wondering what happened. Neither game was a complete bomb, but given the solid ideas and huge hype, they should?ve been much better.
Game Most in Need of Viagra: Duke Nukem Forever
It?s not like I expected a great game. After all, Duke Nukem Forever languished in development hell so long, he could?ve had grandkids. Regardless of the game?s quality, though, I expected something more fun. Instead, the writing was weak, and the controls so broken it was hard to get excited.
The Magic Number Award: THREE
Killzone 3, Gears of War 3, Uncharted 3: Drake?s Deception, Marvel vs. Capcom 3, Patapon 3, Arcana Heart 3, Dirt 3, Dungeon Siege III, Dynasty Warriors: Gundam 3, Deus Ex: Human Revolution (the series? third game), Resistance 3, Just Dance 3, Battlefield 3, Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3, Serious Sam 3, Assassin?s Creed: Revelations (Assassin?s Creed II ? part 3)
What do you guys think of Marc’s picks? Let him know on Twitter (@rkymtngmr) or drop in a comment below!
EGM’s Best of 2011 Coverage
EGM’s Top 25 Games of 2011
Part 1: #25 – #21
Part 4: #10 – #6
Part 5: #5 – #1 (Friday, December 23rd)
EGM Editor’s Choice Awards
Part 1: Eric L. Patterson
Part 2: Ray Carsillo
Part 3: Marc Camron
Part 4: Brandon Justice
Part 5: Matthew Bennett (Friday, December 23rd)
Part 6: Andrew Fitch (Saturday, December 24th)
Part 7: Brady Fiechter (Sunday, December 25th)
About Marc Camron
Marc is reeling from all of the games this fall, and wondering how long it's going to take him to beat Red Dead Redemption II. And while it's a great game, Spider-Man is still the most fun he's had in a virtual world in 2018. Follow him on Twitter @RkyMtnGmr
EGM’s Best of 2011
Marc Camron’s Picks
The EGM staff gives their picks for the best games of 2011, as well as our personalized off-topic awards. For this installment, it's EGM Content Editor Marc Camron.
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Artist of the week - Nikitch
By Jim Carroll 17.4.14
So this week it's Nikitch, a producer that is from the city of Lyon, France. According to his soundcloud page, his real name is Nicolas Morant and he started on his path as a classical musician, but has now turned his attention to producing. To me, at times his sound could be compared to that of Flying Lotus, Burial or Julio Bashmore but still original enough to stake its claim at uniqueness. I've played his track 'Radiated Light' a bit too much since hearing him on the much admired Gilles Peterson BBC6 music show, there is no doubt that we'll be hearing more of Nikitch as his career develops.
Steve Spazuk - Painting with Fire
This is a great video giving insight of artist Steve Spazukwho has a special way of painting. By using the soot left behind from candle smoke he is able to create realistic images. He has a vast range of techniques he uses to manipulate the soot into his desired images. Spazuk often improvises as sometimes he does not know what he will make from the patterns and shapes found in the soot. If you want to see more of his recent work, check on his website.
What The Artist Got
Ever wondered how much money major pop artists make, from the sale of their tracks. 'What the artist got' is a new website which displays data gathered from industry insiders, giving you a close idea of what money actually ends up in the artists pockets. In most cases it's a small cut from the overall revenue, but don't feel too sorry for them, you still need to take into account endorsements, live shows and the fact their job is much better than yours.
Sexy Mercedes-Benz's Concept Coupe SUV
Here is a Merc that has the looks and performance stats ready to compete with the likes of the Range Rover Evoque and the BMW X6.The classy SUV has a 333bhp, twin-turbo V6 equipped underneath it, with a 9 speed gear box and impressive 4x wheel drive capabilities, on paper this looks like a compact beast. You'll be able to drive uncivilized whilst looking civilized.
Illustrator Draws In Sky
A-Z Of Dance - Video
Bad Lip Reading Dub's The Wolf Of Wall Street
IKEA Party Train
Bonobo Essential Mix - BBC Radio 1
Asher Roth Delivers A Message
Sweet Panel Caps - Two Face London
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1 Journey by Journey / Bristol (WECA) Commuters / Re: Summer Uprising – Bristol Occupation by XR Southwest on: July 17, 2019, 11:54:43 pm
Quote from: TonyK on July 17, 2019, 10:52:25 pm
It does, however, raise some questions about the home of the future, needing about double the electricity supply of today's home with gas boiler and petrol car. Presumably, the electricity supply to new houses will be 3-phase AC, with a suitable local grid to supply them? And there must be a "magic leccy tree" for the supplies.
Did you see that last week the (independent official) Committee on Climate Change gave the government a poke in the midriff with a pointed report? Its message was not unlike XR's, but perhaps more relevant - that the government has made good progress on having policies and targets, but not so much progress on having progress:
During the last year, the Government has introduced some new policies to reduce emissions, but their impact will be only incremental. Overall, actions to date have fallen short of what is needed for the previous targets and well short of those required for the net-zero target:
• Policy implementation in the last year. Last year, the Committee set out 25 headline policy actions for the year ahead. Twelve months later, only one has been delivered in full. Ten of the required actions have not shown even partial progress.
• Underlying progress. The Committee also monitor indicators of underlying progress such as improvements to insulation of buildings and the market share of electric vehicles. Only seven out of 24 of these were on track in 2018. Outside the power and industry sectors, only two indicators were on track. This is a continuation of recent experience - over the course of the second carbon budget (2013-2017), only six of 21 indicators were on track.
• Projected progress. The Government's own projections demonstrate that its policies and plans are insufficient to meet the fourth or fifth carbon budgets (covering 2023-2027 and 2028-2032). This policy gap has widened in the last year as
As to electricity, their view appears to be that the decarbonisation of homes and home-based vehicles is going to be hard, while uprating the distribution network to match is a relative doddle. The standard house supply has for some time been 100A, allowing 25 kW peaks, though most homes never use half of that and the wire along the road and the substations are sized for an average of less still.
Three phase has not generally been seen as necessary for domestic supplies here, though my brother's house in Edinburgh (which had once had a big electric heating system) had one when he bought it. It would not be hard to move to it, especially if new supply wires and fancier switchgear are needed in any case. In France, any supply with a contracted maximum of 12 kW or more has usually been provided as three-phase.
2 All across the Great Western territory / The Wider Picture Overseas / Re: Fatal accident at Avenay-Val-d'Or - 15 July 2019 on: July 15, 2019, 07:52:46 pm
I'm not sure it makes sense to talk about this now looking worse, but it certainly doesn't get any better. The four victims are now described as a woman of 37, her daughter of 11, and two infants (3 and 1) from other families (she was a nursery assistant or child miner in some sense).
The crossing is an AHBC, and the entry barrier for this car (from Avenay) was folded back through more than 90 degrees, supporting the assumption that the car drove through it when it was down. SNCF and the local mayor say it no history of failing to work, but the prosecutor has referred to a witness who saw a barrier descend without warning yesterday. He did not say whether that had been reported to SNCF (there are two direct telephones at the crossing).
This, from the Independent, does at least show the right crossing (registration needed, I think).
Quote from: TonyK on July 15, 2019, 09:04:58 am
A humourous point - with a bit of science hidden in it. Water there is the propellant, not the fuel, of course. There are other non-fuel fuels, such as electricity and hydrogen. Neither is truly a fuel, because both have to be created using external energy sources. They are forms of storage of energy, and the distinction is an important one in some contexts.
I think that splits the wrong hair. A vehicle's fuel is whatever you put in it to make it go, whether you dug it up, stored sunbeams, or made it from something else. The kind of liquid hydrocarbons that are most useful in IC engines on the road and in the air can be made from petrol, both as feedstock and processing energy source, but the same or similar stuff can be made from CO2 in the air using electricity. OK it's not at all efficient just now, but they are working on it (in Canada, oddly).
Quite by chance, what pops up in my inbox today but this (from the IET: Engineering & Technology):
H2O on the go: fuelling the future of sustainable vehicles
Water could be the fuel source for running the emission-free engines of the future.
It seems vehicles can run on most things these days: from batteries to hydrogen, to natural gas and even human waste. But how about water? This is what Australian-Israeli start-up Electriq~Global claims can fuel vehicles from a bicycle to an articulated lorry, adding that it can outperform other fuels by twice the range at half the cost with no emissions.
Actually, it’s not purely water. Electriq~Global’s proprietary mix comprises 60 per cent H2O. The rest is a mixture of stabilising chemicals and a borohydride (BH4) salt, which releases hydrogen on demand.
“Essentially you are getting a water-based hydrogen solution that is stable, non-flammable, non-explosive and very simple to transport and store at ambient room temperature and pressure,” says Electriq~Global’s CEO Guy Michrowski. “All of these things contribute to the cost reduction of the system.”
The technology is mature enough that the company has gone into partnership with Dutch firm Eleqtec to roll out the system in the Netherlands, where the government has set ambitious CO2 reduction targets. The plan is to introduce Electriq~Fuel as a clean solution for trucks, buses, barges and other mobility platforms. One application that Michrowski sees as a quick win is mobile generators.
It works by placing the fuel in contact with a catalyst – a proprietary system of metal mesh called Electriq~Switch (yes, everything comes with one of those funny squiggles). The resulting hydrolysis reaction produces hydrogen, 50 per cent of which comes from the decomposition of the water molecules and 50 per cent from the decomposition of the BH4. What is left is a mixture of water and borate ions (BO4), which can be recycled. The company claims there are no emissions during the entire process, the only outputs being hydrogen and heat.
4 All across the Great Western territory / The Wider Picture Overseas / Fatal accident at Avenay-Val-d'Or - 15 July 2019 on: July 15, 2019, 12:17:09 pm
There are reports of a serious accident at a level crossing this morning, involving a car and leading to the deaths of a woman and three children. The car is reported as being stationary on the level crossing by the station at Avenay-Val-d'Or, when it was struck by a TER from Epernay to Reims (which would not stop at Evenay). The crossing was not regarded as being particularly dangerous.
5 All across the Great Western territory / Introductions and chat / Re: Notes from a journey by train - part 1, Bedford to Milton Keynes on: July 11, 2019, 02:58:03 pm
Quote from: ChrisB on July 11, 2019, 02:52:34 pm
Quote from: grahame on July 11, 2019, 02:37:15 pm
I think they were Greek because they had me talk into their translating phone and it was displaying as acrylic (or is that cyrilic) characters.
Most definitely cycrillic - acrylic being a form of plastic
Unless it was Greek, which is written in Greek.
6 Sideshoots - associated subjects / The Lighter Side / Re: Old April fool, or actual proposal? on: July 10, 2019, 04:48:26 pm
Quote from: bradshaw on July 10, 2019, 03:47:54 pm
There are a couple of canal versions in Europe
https://www.amusingplanet.com/2015/02/the-inclined-boat-lifts-of-elblag-canal.html
http://walloniabelgiumtourism.co.uk/en-gb/content/ronquieres-inclined-plane-fascinating-site
However, I suspect nothing of an ocean going scale
Those are if you like the "wet" and "dry" versions of the boat lift. There's another "dry" variety, on the Severn-Trent Waterway, without even a cradle, so the boats have to be happy sitting on the flat bottom of a "ber roulant". That's at Big Chute, in Canada (Ontario).
I suspect some pretty wild technical doodles of much bigger ones have been done, but nothing built - but you never know, do you?
7 All across the Great Western territory / Across the West / Re: Infrastructure problems in Thames Valley causing disruption elsewhere - ongoing, since Oct 2014 on: July 10, 2019, 04:35:15 pm
Quote from: IndustryInsider on July 09, 2019, 08:41:06 pm
Quote from: GBM on July 08, 2019, 11:58:36 am
On the final signalling hiccup. Is it my imagination or are these now becoming very frequent?
Going back in time, surely failures occurred but we didn't notice? or trains ran without a problem?
I'm not sure whether exact figures on signalling failures per year, per route, are published - one for Stuving, our resident Google sleuth?
Given the track defects last night at Langley and yesterday and today at Slough you might think those were on the increase, but I think generally the opposite is true. 'Broken rails' were down a whopping 90% from 952 in 1998 to 109 in 2015 for example.
I don't think Network rail have ever published (i.e. externally) details of the failures that cause "incidents", though the Route Plans and similar documents have contained a lot of mentions of performance and how it's going to improve. But they are much fuller of jargon than comprehensible facts. Mostly you can get PPM and the like, telling you nothing about who did what do whom. I've seen promises of more useful performance information, but not anything specific.
NR do quite a bit of work in asset monitoring and the like (and promote it), aimed at predicting failures before they happen (the best kind of prediction, I'm sure). Some of that gets into the railway technical press. Suppliers are also busy doing this kind of stuff; even my ex-colleagues at Thales are at it now - though we didn't have any rail projects in my time. I saw a presentation of their work based on detailed analysis of the current drawn by a point motor, looking for patterns that show it meeds servicing or is about to grind to a halt. That and similar tricks may be very clever and potentially useful, but of course it all has to work, and make a difference, when rolled out on a large scale. And that I've not heard anything about.
What I have found is that NR now have a page of links to data (search for statistics and pick "Our information and data").
There is an item for Network Performance, bit its "related link" isn't (a link). The only other thing that might be of use, if anyone has the time to make use of it, is "historical delay attribution". That's not as historical as it might be (just 2018-19 and on), but is a complete list of all delay attribution incidents. There's a short explanation of its content and the column contents, which start with:
The file attached is a standard data extract from our Performance System database (PSS). The
information within the file contains all “attributed” delays to passenger train services in line with the
guidance in the Delay Attribution Guide. The information is structured for industry systems and
understanding, the below provides a few key insights into the data contained.
The data contains both delay and cancellation events (denoted by the performance event code) and a
user should be careful when summing delay minutes (pfpi minutes) to exclude cancellation events.
Each (4-week) period's data comes in a large zipped CSV file - large as in up to 500,000 rows x 39 columns. You'll need a copy of the DAPR to hand, not just the explanation, to process that lot into anything useful! These are the column heads:
FINANCIAL_YEAR_AND_PERIOD
ORIGIN_DEPARTURE_DATE
TRUST_TRAIN_ID_AFFECTED
PLANNED_ORIG_LOC_CODE_AFF
PLANNED_ORIG_GBTT_DATETIME_AFF
PLANNED_ORIG_WTT_DATETIME_AFF
PLANNED_DEST_LOC_CODE_AFFECTED
PLANNED_DEST_GBTT_DATETIME_AFF
PLANNED_DEST_WTT_DATETIME_AFF
TRAIN_SERVICE_CODE_AFFECTED
SERVICE_GROUP_CODE_AFFECTED
OPERATOR_AFFECTED
ENGLISH_DAY_TYPE
APP_TIMETABLE_FLAG_AFF
TRAIN_SCHEDULE_TYPE_AFFECTED
TRACTION_TYPE_AFFECTED
TRAILING_LOAD_AFFECTED
TIMING_LOAD_AFFECTED
UNIT_CLASS_AFFECTED
INCIDENT_NUMBER
INCIDENT_CREATE_DATE
INCIDENT_START_DATETIME
INCIDENT_END_DATETIME
SECTION_CODE
NETWORK_RAIL_LOCATION_MANAGER
RESPONSIBLE_MANAGER
INCIDENT_REASON
ATTRIBUTION_STATUS
INCIDENT_EQUIPMENT
INCIDENT_DESCRIPTION
REACTIONARY_REASON_CODE
INCIDENT_RESPONSIBLE_TRAIN
PERFORMANCE_EVENT_CODE
START_STANOX
END_STANOX
EVENT_DATETIME
PFPI_MINUTES
TRUST_TRAIN_ID_RESP
TRUST_TRAIN_ID_REACT
8 All across the Great Western territory / The Wider Picture Overseas / Re: If it's an August weekend, there must be a TGV on fire ... on: July 08, 2019, 08:16:24 pm
Well, it missed the peak off-to-holiday traffic, but it still happened. A two-hour loss of power outside Bordeaux-St-Jean, stopping all trains in and out. One train was within walking distance along the track, as a lot of the passengers confirmed, though there were 15 TGVs stopped in all. However, I suspect most of those still had power, just nowhere to go. The reason was a bit odd: some issue on the pantograph of a train in the depot led to the power locally being switched off. I have no information as to why it was off for so long over all the running lines.
Meanwhile... (actually last Thursday) 30 km away at Libourne, the press thought they'd found a juicy little story: a driver had hit his limit of hours and abandoned his goods train in the station - and it was carrying armoured vehicles for the Bastille Day parade which needed to be guarded at all times! More than that, it was operated by a private company, which is a new idea in France. But later on SNCF sheepishly admitted it was theirs, but claimed the line was OK to use as a goods loop, and the train arrived by the promised time even if it took four hours to get another driver there.
I guess Frét SNCF now have to apply to SNCF Réseau for one-off paths in the same way as other operators. Incidentally, on Frét SCNF's landing page it says:
24/7 tracking
Our sales teams are ready to help you meet your challenges, both locally and internationally. We’re present throughout France, and our offices are open 24/7, so we can track your shipments in real time.
9 All across the Great Western territory / The Wider Picture in the United Kingdom / Re: Toilets on local trains - Liverpool discussion on: July 08, 2019, 04:38:53 pm
If you had a couple of them onboard, the ones with containers, like this one https://www.quakekare.com/portable-folding-toilet-p-34 wouldn’t that probably be enough, even in Lewisham style events? After all, only a small percentage on the train were unable to wait. Just an idea as retrofitting all trains is not an option.
The RAIB report on Lewisham did mention emergency toilets, and the ATOC/NR guidance note "Meeting the Needs of Passengers when Trains are Stranded" has a bit more on that. It has more to say about how to keep modern toilets at least usable when electricity, water, or retention tank space runs out. A further point how to make such emergency supplies or manual override available in DOO trains, and if they are set up for passenger use in emergencies how they are protected from "inappropriate use" for years before being needed.
10 All across the Great Western territory / The Wider Picture in the United Kingdom / Re: British Steel Compulsory Liquidation - 22 May 2019 on: July 08, 2019, 03:54:13 pm
Quote from: stuving on July 01, 2019, 02:01:28 pm
The "parts of British Steel" are described elsewhere as: "The offer is understood to include British Steel’s rail service centre business, responsible for the welding, finishing and storing of rails for the UK’s rail network, according to a story first reported in the Sunday Telegraph."
So not the rail production business, certainly. It looks like something that only has NR as its end customer, and might have been done in house anyway (if fashions in such things were different).
I've just found out a bit more about BS's Rail Technical Services division, and should correct that. They have a rolling mill at Scunthorpe and do produce steel rail. It is in effect part of the steelworks site, and starts with billets (or whatever they are called) from within the site. They will also have other big machines for straightening and other finishing processes. There was another site at Eastleigh, owned by NR, obviously without on-site production.
They were rolling steel to 108 m lengths, for supply as is or flash butt welding pairwise into the 216 m lengths that are the longest NR can transport. In March 2018 they got a big order for 120 m rail to Germany, having painted go farther stripes on their mill. That division also does work in the the applications areas of coatings, noise reduction, repair and rejuvenation, etc.
11 Journey by Journey / Bristol (WECA) Commuters / Re: Network Rail - work on Severn Beach line, summer 2019 on: July 08, 2019, 11:16:15 am
Quote from: rich0099 on July 08, 2019, 08:19:30 am
I'm quite glad the sleepers are being replaced between AVN and SAR - Every evening on the way home I peer down and see them in a terrible state of disrepair.
I know all of you know far more about the rail infrastructure than I - but I'm curious - the curve/radius between AVN and the SAR Level crossing is quite tight (sorry - I don't know the technical term). When replacing the rail, would the curve of the rail be created on site - of would it be pre-shaped?
Sorry for such a noob question - I'm just interested.
The answer is basically that rail is a lot more bendy than it looks. Rail is made in 216 m lengths (max, on latest info I have), and several taken to their installation site on a train - and it just bends to go round the corners. OK, there's a little more to it than that, like keeping all the rails vertical, but for the curvatures involved (that curve at AVN has a radius of about 200 m) it's not even very springy. Of course it is heavy, and the forces needed to lift and bend it are correspondingly large. Note that when talking about rail expansion, and buckling in the heat, the forces involved there (which are along the rail) are are very much bigger.
12 All across the Great Western territory / Your rights and redress / Re: Not happy with Heathrow Express... on: July 06, 2019, 04:30:23 pm
Presumably Heathrow has some agreement with RSP, a bit like the one for ticket retailers (which is available on line as a template). It would be a one-off, and need to deal with ticket acceptance on trains and as a station operator. I don't think they sell through tickets, in which case that could be left out.
13 Sideshoots - associated subjects / Campaigns for new and improved services / Re: £260m Oxford-Witney Rail Proposal on: July 06, 2019, 04:22:24 pm
Quote from: Reading General on July 06, 2019, 04:07:42 pm
Nice work. I still find it incredible that Queen Street is fully pedestrianised looking but buses still come down it every three minutes.
Half the pedestrians are surprised by it too.
14 Journey by Journey / Bristol (WECA) Commuters / Re: Metrowest Status on: July 04, 2019, 07:23:59 pm
Quote from: Bmblbzzz on July 04, 2019, 07:03:04 pm
"Vote for me as mayor and I'll abolish the mayorship." It could be a winning slogan!
It worked in May, didn't it?
15 All across the Great Western territory / Fare's Fair / Re: Rail Delivery Group's Fair Fare consultation - outcome on: July 04, 2019, 04:10:28 pm
In both cases (Tisbury and Templecombe) the Via Salisbury fares are for flows between clusters, while the Any Permitted fares are for that station and Melksham alone. As it happens, Tisbury is in cluster of itself only, while Templecombe plus Gillingham form cluster Q203 and Melkshm plus Chippenham form cluster Q460. So the more expensive fare does go further. No doubt the Via Salisbury is historical, but it doesn't really alter anything.
Presumably if the cheaper group of fares offered the same range of ticket types as the flow group, the latter would be "overridden" - suppressed entirely - as is the case for Melksham-Yeovil Pen Mill. But there are fares only available in the Via Salisbury set - all first class ones, for a start, but not solely. Apparently "the system" doesn't do this overriding by suppressing the fare listing on a one-b-one basis. However, surely any JP working off the data feeds, and any retailer following RSP rules, should never offer the higher price with fewer restrictions?
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LEGO DC Super-Villains Has an Incredible Voice Cast & Beloved Plethora of Baddies (Review)
Keven Skinner reviews October 24, 2018 Clancy Brown, DC Comis, kevin conroy, LEGO, LEGO DC Super Villains, Mark Hamill, Michael Ironside, Tara Strong, TT Games 0 Comment
LEGO DC Super-Villains is available now on PlayStation®4, Xbox One X®, Nintendo Switch™ and PC from Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment, TT Games, The LEGO Group and DC Entertainment. For the first time in a LEGO game, players will be given the opportunity to unleash their inner bad guy, creating their own fully customizable super-villain character complete with their own signature super power. Here is my review on Xbox One. Read more
Injustice 2: The Greatest Use of Harley Quinn Since Batman The Animated Series (Review)
Keven Skinner reviews May 19, 2017 alan tudyk, batman, DC Comics, games, injustice 2, kevin conroy, Khary Payton, NetherRealm Studios, phil lamarr, Robert Englund, superman, Tara Strong 0 Comment
From Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment, DC Entertainment and developed by the award-winning NetherRealm Studios comes Injustice 2. Featuring a massive roster of DC Super Heroes and Super-Villains the sequel allows players to build and power up the ultimate version of their favourite DC characters. The game will be available for PlayStation 4 and Xbox One on May 16, 2017.
Batman The Killing Joke: Absurd Subplot Diminishes Adaptation of Classic Graphic Novel [Review]
Sean Atkins reviews July 26, 2016 July 26, 2016 Batgirl, batman, batman: the killing joke, DC Comics, DC Universe, Joker, kevin conroy, Mark Hamill, Ray Wise, Tara Strong, warner bros 0 Comment
While Warner Brothers’ DC Comics live-action movie slate has caused division amongst critics and fans thus far, their direct-to-video original animated movies have been universally appealing for the most part. But with Batman: The Killing Joke, one of the most influential stories about the Joker, comes high expectations. Did directors (and Warner Brothers Animation veterans) Sam Liu and Bruce Timm deliver what fans of the Batman mythology were expecting? Yes, but not without consequence. Read more
“Why Aren’t You Laughing?” Batman: The Killing Joke Trailer Teases DCU’s First R-Rated Animated Film
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From Warner Bros. Animation, producer Bruce Timm and featuring stars Kevin Conroy as The Dark Knight as well as Mark Hamill reprising his famous role as The Joker comes Batman: The Killing Joke. The animated feature is slated to hit DVD/Blu-ray and digital in late 2016.
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Occupation of Vera Cruz
By 1914 Mexico was in its fourth year of revolution. General Victoriano Huerta led the autocratic regime which was unsuccessfully fighting off a number of revolutionary groups at the time. President Wilson strongly opposed to Huerta’s dictatorial government and refused to recognize it. Wilson sincerely wanted Mexico to have a freely elected government.
The increasing friction between Mexico and the US reached a boiling point in early April 1914 when Mexican forces arrested a small group of sailors from the USS Dolphin in Tampico. The sailors were released shortly thereafter and Mexican officials gave an apology. However, Rear Admiral Henry Mayo, the ranking US commander in the area, insisted on a twenty-one gun salute to the American flag. This may seem archaic by modern standards but back then naval salutes were routinely done. Earlier in the month American ships gave three twenty-one gun salutes on the same day to commemorate a past Mexican military victory.
Several other small incidents occurred with American forces. Furthermore a German ship was headed to Vera Cruz with a huge shipment of arms for General Huerta’s troops. US forces landed at Vera Cruz on April 21st with orders to seize the customs house where the ship would unload the arms. Wilson naively thought the Mexican people would appreciate foreign help in toppling a repressive dictator. They did not. Surprisingly Gen. Huerta privately welcomed the US intervention as he thought it would provide a means for uniting the people under his failing regime.
US forces stayed in Vera Cruz through November 1914. Nineteen servicemen were killed, seventy were wound and Mexican casualties were about 200 killed and 300 wounded. Huerta was deposed in this time in favor of Carranza. Two years later Pancho Villa and his forces would attack Columbus, New Mexico and further strain US-Mexican relations.
Postcard mailed on April, 21st, the day of the invasion, on the hospital ship USS Solace.
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One Family At A Time
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In 2018, Family Promise of Morris County served 1,000 individuals. We are proud to provide ongoing support to some of our most vulnerable neighbors.
In our Emergency Shelter (ES) Program in 2018, we served 14 families and 2 single women, totaling 39 individuals, and provided 4,816 bed nights. ES has continued its great success rate throughout the years, which reflects the number of families who move out of shelter into homes of their own. In 2018, ES had a 83% success rate. Click here to view our 2018 ES statistics.
Our Community Support Programs (CSP) served 39 families, including 58 children, and 31 single individuals and achieved a high success rate in 2017, helping families maintain their housing in the community. In 2018, CSP had a 97% success rate. Click here to view our 2018 CSP statistics.
We served 74 families through our Holiday Program, providing food, gifts and resources that our families rely on throughout the year.
At the Our Promise Drop-in Center in Morristown, we served 378 individuals with a total of 6,103 face-to-face contacts in 2018, providing critical services to the area’s chronically homeless population.
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Family Promise of Morris County provides emergency shelter and meals 365 days a year through a network of over 70 houses of worship in Morris County. Families facing homelessness (up to 14 individuals at a time) stay at different congregations of all faiths each week where dedicated volunteers provide a safe and comfortable temporary home for our families including sleeping quarters and a place where guests can relax, socialize, do homework and watch television.
During the day, families may utilize our Day Center to meet with their case manager, access phones and computers, and use the shower and laundry facilities.
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The Community Support Program (CSP) provides assistance to those who have successfully transitioned from shelter into their own homes. CSP families receive in-home case management, 24-hour on call support/crisis intervention, financial literacy and debt reduction, mentoring programs, and in-kind support. We tailor our services to meet the needs of each family rather than trying to fit them into an existing mold. The main goal of this program is to keep families housed and together and to break the cycle of homelessness and generational poverty.
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Our Promise is currently open Monday to Friday from 1:00pm to 5:00pm and can be reached by phone at 973-644-0100 or email at ourpromise@familypromisemorris.org.
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Single Stop is a program focused on building partnerships with fellow community service providers to increase the earned and unearned incomes of individuals and families. Single Stop utilizes a web-based technology that screens for benefits eligibility of four main benefits: SNAP (food stamps), WIC (nutritional assistance for pregnant women, infants, and children under five), health care, and tax credits. From there, a benefits enroller helps eligible individuals apply for these benefits, and others like GA and TANF (cash assistance), with other referrals and follow-up as needed. Building pathways out of poverty is crucial for the individuals and families we serve and at the core of our mission to end homelessness.
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The vouchers are targeted toward helping chronically homeless individuals and families secure permanent housing. We have a Housing Resource Program Coordinator that helps clients locate and navigate housing options and also serves as a liaison with landlords and the community. By providing incentives such as pre/post move-in painting, minor repairs, short term case management to other tenants that the landlord has identified, and training for clients on how to be a good tenant/neighbor, the success rate in obtaining housing with low fair market rent vouchers has been increased significantly.
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Working with various community groups, we provide an annual Holiday party for current and past families and ensure that everyone receives gifts from their personal wish lists.
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Our Homelessness Education Program is an outreach service designed to educate the community about homelessness and the challenges faced by the families we serve and many others. This program emphasizes critical thinking skills, responsibility, prevention and education.
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The Keillor Reader — 2014
The Keillor Reader collects the full range of Garrison Keillor’s work: monologues from A Prairie Home Companion, stories from The New Yorker and The Atlantic, excerpts from novels, newspaper columns, and pieces never before published.
The Keillor Reader — Introduction
I started out with No. 2 pencil and pads of paper, then acquired an Underwood manual typewriter with a faint f and a misshapen O. You had to poke the keys hard to make an impression. I set it on a maple desk in my bedroom, which looked out onto a cornfield across the road, and I wrote stories about tortured loners who stood at a distance from the crowd and observed their comings and goings with envy tinged with contempt.
Books — Chronological
A list of published works
O, What a Luxury — 2013
O, What a Luxury: Verses Lyrical, Vulgar, Pathetic & Profound is the first poetry collection written by Garrison Keillor. Although he has edited several anthologies of his favorite poems, this volume forges a new path for him, as a poet of light verse.
Guy Noir and the Straight Skinny — 2012
On the 12th floor of the Acme Building, on a cold February day in St. Paul, Guy Noir looks down the barrel of a loaded revolver in the hands of geezer gangster Joey Roast Beef who is demanding to hear what lucrative scheme Guy is cooking up with stripper-turned-women’s-studies-professor Naomi Fallopian. Everyone wants to know-Joey, Lieutenant McCafferty, reporter Gene Williker, Guy’s ex-girlfriend Sugar O’Toole, the despicable Larry B. Larry, the dreamboat Scarlett Anderson, Mr. Kress of the FDA–and Guy faces them one by one, as he and Naomi pursue a dream of earning gazillions by selling a surefire method of dramatic weight loss. In this whirlwind caper Guy faces danger, falls in love, and faces off with the capo del capo del grande primo capo Johnny Banana.
Good Poems: American Places — 2011
Greatness comes in many forms, and as Garrison Keillor demonstrates daily on The Writer’s Almanac, the most affecting poems in the canon are in plain English. Third in Keillor’s series of anthologies, Good Poems, American Places brings together poems that celebrate the geography and culture that bind us together as a nation. Think of these poems as postcards from the road, by poets who’ve gotten carried away by a particular place-a town in Kansas, a kitchen window in Nantucket, a Manhattan street, a farm in western Minnesota. Featuring famous poets and brash unknowns alike, the verses in this exhilarating collection prove that the heart can be exalted anywhere in America.
A Christmas Blizzard — 2009
A Christmas Blizzard is the story of James Sparrow who dreads the holiday and the poignant memories it dredges up and who longs to spend December in Hawaii. But his wife adores Christmas and cannot bear to miss it. A phone call from cousin Liz in James’s hometown of Looseleaf, N.D. — his uncle Earl is dying — brings James out of the doldrums and he flies to Looseleaf just in time to be snowed in by a major blizzard. There is a ghost, a wise man of San Francisco, a genial uncle, an undercover FBI agent, a steamy sauna scene, and the singing of Christmas carols. And several feet of snow.
Pilgrims — 2009
Twelve Wobegonians fly to Rome to decorate a war hero’s grave, led by Marjorie Krebsbach, with radio host Gary Keillor along for the ride. The pilgrimage is inspired by a phone call from an Italian woman seeking her Lake Wobegon roots and by a memoir O Paradiso by a farm wife who found the secret of life and love in Italy. And by marjorie’s longing to win back the love of her husband Carl. Far from home, sitting in the rain in the Piazza Navona, the pilgrims talks about themselves, as they never could do in the Chatterbox Café.
Life Among the Lutherans — 2009
Based on Garrison Keillor’s Lake Wobegon monologues, Life among the Lutherans is a collection of stories about the struggles of ordinary people in an imperfect world, the life and work of the pastor who leads them, and the church to whose high standards they aspire in the small town they call home.
77 Love Sonnets (published 2009)
“When I was 16, Helen Fleischman assigned me to memorize Shakespeare’s Sonnet No. 29, ‘When in disgrace with fortune and men’s eyes, I all alone beweep my outcast state’ for English class, and fifty years later, that poem is still in my head…”
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Easter Sunday Charity Event: Live Mento Music, Book Event & Tea Party
The St Ann/St Mary Chapter Invites you to our First Annual Easter Tea Party on Easter Sunday, April 20, 2014 at 2:30 p.m., Coyaba Gardens, Ocho Rios.
Join us for a relaxing afternoon of live mento music with Allan Swymmer, former lead singer of the original Jolly Boys; Andrew Roblin, international recording artiste; and Roy Harris on rumba.
As part of the festivities, author Fay Pickersgill will be the keynote speaker. Attendees will get a chance to purchase an autographed copy of her book at the signing.
About the Author: Fay Pickersgill is a former Director of Tourism for Jamaica. Once listed among the 100 most powerful women in the travel business by the influential Inter-national Travel Agent Magazine, she has served the industry for over 30 years. In 2001, she was awarded a National Honour, Commander of the Order of Distinction, by the Government of Jamaica for her outstanding contribution to the tourism industry.
"All Proceeds Benefit the Annotto Bay Baptist Church Restoration Project"
"Raffle Prizes and Best Hat Prize"
Want to learn more about this special Easter Sunday event? Click here for more details.
Directions to Coyaba Gardens, Ocho Rios
From Town of Ocho Rios: Five minutes from central Ocho Rios, Jamaica, on the hill overlooking the Bay. Take the A3 towards Fern Gully and Kingston, and turn opposite St. John's Anglican Church on Millford Road. Follow the signs for half a mile.
Celebrating Jamaica's Heroes and Trailblazers
Celebrating our National Heroes
This week's guest post is by Georgian Society member, George Meikle, Author of the book, In Praise of Jamaica. His book not only highlights the many positives of Jamaica but also the numerous heroes among us. Here's an excerpt from the book:
"The miracle of Jamaica is that we have survived and overcome 300 years of extreme de-humanisation and cultural deprivation during which African-Jamaicans were treated as little more than chattels to be bought and sold on sugar plantations. The ultimate miracle however, was the developed sense of prestige, distinction and self-hood expressed by Jamaicans during the 20th Century, and in particular, the “extraordinary cultural and scholarly achievement” unleashed by their creative power over the last 50 years since independence."
In the spirit of Jamaica's National Heroes Day on October 21, please Click here and read a sample of heroic Jamaican achievements.
New Book: In Praise of JAMAICA
Georgian Society member, George Meikle has authored the new book: In Praise of Jamaica, which is a historical, pictorial and contemporary delight.
The book showcases what it means to be truly Jamaican, incorporating the island's natural wonders, heroes and achievements.
Of particular interest to us members of the Georgian Society who are committed to the preservation, restoration and maintenance of Jamaica's historical buildings, monuments, artifacts, etc., this book includes many of these structures such as the Rose Hall Great House, Annotto Bay Baptist Church and more.
If you are interested in Jamaica and its dynamic culture you'll soon learn that Jamaicans have much to celebrate! You can get your copy at the following national and international distributors:
The book can be found on Amazon and various outlets in Jamaica:
Sangster's Book Stores
info@sangstersbooks.com
Novelty Book Stores
novtracomarketing@cwjamaica.com
USA: tropicbran@aol.com
UK: wsgooden@gmail.com
Canada: info@adifferentbooklist.com
NOTICE: THE GSJ DOES NOT HAVE INFORMATION ON GENEALOGY
About GSJ
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About Georgian Society
Georgian Style
Great Houses
Preserving Jamaica
Showcase: Black River
Heritage Books
Jamaica Heritage in Pictures. Launched by JNHT: Available at Kingston Bookshop
In Praise of Jamaica
by George Meikle
Available at www.inpraiseofjamaica.com
Available on Amazon and select bookstores
Subscribe to The Georgian Society of Jamaica - Blog by Email
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Pre 1850 Glasgow buildings
by glasgowken » Sun Jun 29, 2008 5:10 pm
Apart from the obvious, Glasgow Cathedral, Provands Lordship, GOMA, Tollbooth Steeple and the Trades House, how many pre 1850 buildings remain in Glasgow ?
With photos please
(Yes I posted a similar thread ages ago but with a later date)
glasgowken
Re: Pre 1850 Glasgow buildings
by onyirtodd » Sun Jun 29, 2008 5:23 pm
Hutcheson's Hall?
238 to 127. All in all a good afternoon's work
onyirtodd
Location: a car park near you
by Vinegar Tom » Sun Jun 29, 2008 11:12 pm
Great idea Ken , I don't know how many survive , but there are a few.
The Heilan Jessie pub on Gallowgate is a survivor from the 18th century:
And nearby Charlotte Street has another survivor:
Glasgow ya bas!
Vinegar Tom
Location: Trying to find the exit from Black Mesa
by Schiehallion » Mon Jun 30, 2008 5:21 pm
Does it have to be still in it's original location?
Langside Halls which or course was originally a bank in Queen Street was built in 1847 before being moved, brick by brick, to Shawlands in 1903.
Schiehallion
There's actually loads of pre-1850 buildings in Glasgow. Here's a few well known ones....
The original tower of the Merchant's Hall (long since demolished) still stands proudly over the Briggait. This tower is from 1659.
The Virginia Buildings in Virginia Street date from 1817. That's the building that has the shop Jacobean Corsetry. No photo I'm afraid.
St George's Church is from 1807.
Carlton Place is from 1802.
The former Royal Scottish Automobile Club building in Blythswood Square is from 1823.
The old Royal Bank Of Scotland building that is now home to Borders Books was built in 1827.
The Custom House in Clyde Street dates from 1840.
The Western Club building in Buchanan Street is from 1841.
The Argyle Arcade is from 1827.
by Mark N » Mon Jun 30, 2008 6:15 pm
And there's the Old College Bar on High Street (briefly the scene of an HG gathering last year!)
http://www.virtourist.com/europe/glasgow/03.htm
Flickr-ing me: http://www.flickr.com/photos/dogdriller/
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How To Structure A Successful Story
Kal Bashir's 2100+ stage Hero's Journey And Transformation Through A New World / State
Kal Bashir's Advanced Worksheets
Applies to all successful films, screenplays, TV, novels and story forms
Advanced Worksheets
All Academy Award Best Films
Character Arc
Premise Plus Theme
Provocation+Flaw+Theme+Premise
Who Are You Principle
Heroine's Journey
Antihero's Journey
Two Physical Journeys
11 x 10 Pages = 110 Pages
Old Way vs New Way
Learning The Lesson
Right vs Wrong CHOICE
Enter, Rise, Exile from an Extraordinary World
Road Trip (20 x 5 pages =100 pages)
The 2100+ stage Hero's Journey And Transformation Through A New World / State pattern is the template upon which the vast majority of successful stories and Hollywood blockbusters are based. Our detailed deconstruction of hundreds of successful stories and Hollywood blockbusters has revealed more than 2100 stages of the Hero's Journey that you need to know about... .
The framework is based on core, indisputable fundamentals, including:
Without exception, every successful story involves physical journey. Visual stories, expecially Hollywood and novels targeting that market, accentuate the journey element. There is distinct physical movement between locations/situations with specific functions implemented at those locations/situations.
Without exception, every successful story involves transformation. There is always a start-state and an end-state and lots of in-between change-states which incrementally lead to the target. We can call this psychological journey.
Without exception, every successful story takes characters through a New World or New State, which involves particular process and has certain functions. New Worlds are physical manifestations of emerging or established new psychological states. Sometimes a New World is literal (a new planet or a new city), but most commonly it is a change of situation, location (or a change of location within a location) with specific functional purpose. Commonly, New Worlds and States are cloaked / disguised to be seamless.
To understand the above process, buy the 2100+ stage Hero's Journey And Transformation Through A New World / State
Additionally, a large number of meaningful messages/signals are strategically placed throughout the most successful stories, all of which are explained in the 2100+ stage Hero's Journey And Transformation Through A New World / State.
"...so to roll out successful stories and screenplays, superimpose your situation over this 2100+ stage structure."
"...what you're doing is using the structure to pull the hero through his (or her) journey..."
"...it is the pulling through the journey that induces the hero's transformation......a story is transformation..."
"...by pulling your hero through this journey, you cause him (or her) to detach from the Ordinary World and Ordinary Self and attach to the New World and New Self. And then to detach from the New World and New Self and become the Mature Self..."
"...this structure is the process of transformation. There is a psychological journey that is mirrored by a physical journey. That is why you often see darkness, rain, thunder and lightning during the stage of the Near Death Experience, for example. By pulling the hero through a physical experience, you are stimulating a psychological transformation. In the beginning the hero will be dressed one way, after being pushed through some stages of the journey, the psychological change will reflect in clothing, behaviour, attitudes and beliefs."
"...it is the undergoing of the journey that provides the hero with the capacity to conquer those challenges that were previously unconquerable..."
Buy the 2100+ stage Hero's Journey And Transformation Through A New World / State
Monostory (EVERY story)
Please watch the video:
2100+ Hero's Journey Stages Not Unreasonable
This question is answered here
Basic Story, Screenplay Architecture
Rigid Structure, Precise Story Arc
One of the least understood aspects of successful storytelling is the very high degree of rigid structure involved, especially in Hollywood screenwriting and bestselling fiction novels (the Harry Potter books are a perfect example). It roots to transformation, which is intricately stage-gated using physical journey and physical new worlds.
The most successful movies and bestselling novels definitely, without doubt, indisputably follow the same, precise story arc (there is really only one way to do it) - they all take their archetypes on a journey through a New World or State in a rigid, process driven manner, where transformation and capacities result in resolution of the initial imperfection (and the result is not unoriginal, as all Academy Award Winning Best Films demonstrate). If this is your field, then you must familiarise yourself with this process. More about this here.
Situation Over Structure (Monostory, Monomyth)
There is really only one story. Every story you have ever seen or read is essentially an alternate situation superimposed, with individual style, over the same structure. Also see Monostory EVERY story.
The King's Speech (Academy Award Winner Best Film 2010)
The Hurt Locker (Academy Award Winner Best Film 2009)
Slumdog Millionaire (Academy Award Winner Best Film 2008)
No Country For Old Men (Academy Award Winner Best Film 2007)
The Departed (Academy Award Winner Best Film 2006)
Crash (Academy Award Winner Best Film 2005)
Million Dollar Baby (Academy Award Winner Best Film 2004)
The Lord Of The Rings: The Return Of The King (Academy Award Winner Best Film 2003)
Chicago (Academy Award Winner Best Film 2002)
A Beautiful Mind (Academy Award Winner Best Film 2001)
Gladiator (Academy Award Winner Best Film 2100)
see Academy Award Winner List
...and every other successful story you have ever seen or read are all one and the same - various situations superimposed over the same structure. Every successful story you will ever see or read will be one and the same - various situations superimposed over the same structure. The structure is what a story IS.
Spielberg, Lucas, Scorsese, Coppola, Cameron all use this structure. Shakespeare used this structure. Stories in the Bible, the Vedas, the Torah and the Koran use this structure. You should use this structure. Also see The Value Of Structure and for other creativity management issues, see Creativity And Time Pressure and Improve Your Creativity.
The following images show how detailed the mapping of situation over structure [of successful and effective stories] can be. Further, the technique does not diminish character and story quality:
Christopher Robin (Winnie the Pooh) and Mowgli (The Jungle Book)
Mowgli (The Jungle Book) and Arthur (The Sword in the Stone)
Elephants in The Jungle Book and Robin Hood
Maid Marion (Robin Hood) and the Duchess (Aristocrats)
Snow White and Maid Marion (Robin Hood)
Understanding this template is a priority for screen and story writers.
Critical Competency
Understanding this template is a critical competency for screen and story writers.
Success Prerequisite
You cannot write a successful screenplay without understanding this template.
Screenplays versus Novels
Every successful fiction novel follows the 2100+ stage Hero's Journey And Transformation Through A New World / State - they HAVE to follow story law. Successful bestseller examples include:
The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe
Le Petit Prince (The Little Prince)
Heidi's Years of Wandering and Learning
The Adventures of Pinocchio
Kane and Abel
One Hundred Years of Solitude
Sophie's WorldThe Kite Runner
The Bookseller of Kabul -- by Asne Seierstad
Master Extrapolation Process
Story, Screenplay Law
From the above, you should begin to see the emergence of rules and process you MUST follow if you want to write a successful story / screenplay. In others words, they are what a story IS. You MUST apply them no matter what niche of literature your story targets (if you want to be successful).
Also see Monostory EVERY story. We expand on Story Law here.
More videos on the next page
Basic Deconstructions
Below are a few hundred basic, first-draft, highly simplified story deconstructions.
IMPORTANT: These are very rough and general deconstructions meant to simply illustrate that the story follows the pattern described in the 2100+ stage Hero's Journey And Transformation Through A New World / State. For other basic deconstructions, you may also want to search our youtube channel .
DO NOT attempt to write a story by following these deconstructions – they contain inaccuracies, critical stages have been omitted and they do not benefit from the latest insights; if you need an accurate deconstruction of this story, place an order at /CustomServices.html#deconstructions
These basic, first-draft, highly simplified story deconstructions illustrate that:
All these stories have the same structural core: there in only one story and that is the pattern of the 2100+ stage Hero's Journey And Transformation Through A New World / State
The Hero's Journey / Transformation / New World fit.
The rigid structure that all stories conform to.
The diversity and novelty that can be derived from a core template.
12 Angry Men (1957)
40 Year Old Virgin (2005)
A Team (2010)
Adjustment Bureau (2011)
Alien 3 (1992)
Aliens (1986)
All About Eve (1950)
All Quiet on the Western Front (1930)
All The King's Men (1949)
Amazing Spiderman (2012)
American In Paris (1951)
American Pie (1999)
American Reunion (2012)
Analyze This (1999)
Animal Kingdom (2010)
Another Year (2010)
Apartment (1960)
Artist (2011)
Avatar (2009)
Bad Teacher (2011)
Battle Los Angeles (2011)
Beautiful Mind (2001)
Best Years of Our Lives (1946)
Big Lebowski (1998)
Biutiful (2010)
Blue Valentine (2010)
Bourne Legacy (2012)
Brave (2012)
Breathless (1960)
Bridge On The River Kwai (1957)
Captain America First Avenger (2011)
Cimarron (1931)
Clash of the Titans (1981)
Crazy Stupid Love (2011)
Croods (2013)
Dances With Wolves (1990)
Dark Knight (2008)
Dark Knight Rises (2012)
Deer Hunter (1978)
Departed (2006)
Descendants (2011)
Devil Wears Prada (2006)
Dirty Dozen (1967)
Dirty Harry (1971)
Dororo (2007)
Dr Seuss The Lorax (2012)
English Patient (1996)
ET the Extra Terrestrial (1982)
Expendables 2 (2012)
Fighter (2010)
French Connection (1971)
Gandhi (1982)
Gentleman's Agreement (1947)
Gigi (1958)
Girl Who Kicked the Hornet's Nest (2009)
Girl With The Dragon Tattoo (2009)
Godfather (1972)
Godfather Part II (1974)
Going My Way (1944)
Gone With The Wind (1939)
Grand Hotel (1932)
Great Escape (1963)
Great Gatsby (1974)
Great Ziegfeld (1936)
Greatest Show On Earth (1952)
Green Hornet (2011)
Green Lantern (2011)
Groundhog Day (1993)
Hangover (2009)
Hangover Part II (2011)
Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows (2010)
Harry Potter Deathly Hallows Part 2
Help (2011)
His Girl Friday (1940)
Hobbit (2012)
Horrible Bosses (2011)
How Green Was My Valley (1941)
Hunger Games (2012)
Hurt Locker (2008)
Hustler (1961)
Ides of March (2011)
In The Heat Of The Night (1967)
Incredibles (2004)
Ipcress File (1965)
It Happened One Night (1934)
Jason And The Argonauts (1963)
Jungle Book (1967)
Jurassic Park (1993)
Karate Kid 91984)
Kick Ass (2010)
King's Speech (2010)
Kramer vs Kramer (1979)
Larry Crowne (2011)
Last Emperor (1987)
Last King of Scotland (2006)
Lawrence of Arabia (1962)
Liar Liar (1997)
Life of Emile Zola (1937)
Limitless (2011)
Lincoln Lawyer (2011)
Lord of the Flies (1990)
Lord of the Rings Fellowship of the Ring (2001)
Lost Weekend (1945)
Major Dundee (1965)
Marnie (1964)
Marty (1955)
Me Myself And Irene (2100)
Meek's Cutoff (2010)
Men In Black III (2012)
Midnight Cowboy (1969)
Mission Impossible Ghost Protocol (2011)
Mrs Miniver (1942)
My Afternoons With Marguerite (2010)
My Fair Lady (1964)
Nacho Libre (2006)
Oblivion (2013)
Officer and a Gentleman (1982)
Oliver (1968)
On The Waterfront (1954)
One Flew Over The Cuckoos Nest (1975)
Out of Africa (1985)
Pale Rider (1985)
Patton (1970)
Pirates of the Caribbean On Stranger Tides (2011)
Place Beyond The Pines (2012)
Platoon (1986)
Potiche (2010)
Predators (2010)
Priest (2011)
Prince Caspian (2008)
Prometheus (2012)
Raging Bull (1980)
Raiders of the Lost Ark (1981)
Rango (2011)
Real Steel (2011)
Rebecca (1940)
Rio (2011)
Romancing the Stone (1984)
Saving Private Ryan (1998)
Schindler's List (2003)
School of Rock (2003)
Scrooged (1988)
Shawshank Redemption (1994)
Silence of the Lambs (1991)
Social Network (2010)
Sound of Music (1965)
Spartacus (1960)
Star Trek Wrath of Khan (1982)
Sting (1973)
Team America World Police (2004)
Terms of Endearment (1983)
Them! (1954)
Thor (2011)
Tree Of Life (2011)
Tron Legacy (2010)
Twilight Breaking Dawn 2 (2012)
Twilight Breaking Dawn I (2011)
Twilight I (2008)
Ugly Truth (2009)
Unforgiven (1992)
Unstoppable (2010)
Untouchable Intouchables (2011)
Untouchables (1987)
Voyage of the Dawn Treader (2010)
Wag The Dog (1997)
Wall Street (2012)
Water For Elephants (2011)
Wings (1927)
Withnail and I (1987)
Wolfman (2010)
Wrestler (2008)
X Men First Class (2011)
You Will Meet a Tall Dark Stranger (2010)
Zach and Miri Make a Porno (2008)
Use The Process To Pull Your Hero/ine Through
The Hero/ine Is A Focal Point
Series, Episodes
First Caveman Storyteller Scenario
Subplots / Ensemble Cast
Limited Locations (Sitcoms, TV Shows etc)
Tragedy, Final States Of Imperfection
Situational Questions (Genre, Comedy etc)
Multiple Final Catharses
Correcting Misconceptions
The following addresses some of the common, flawed criticisms thrown at the Hero's Journey and story structures and creative writing etc... in general. Also see the FAQs.
Criticism 1: It's formula.
The Hero's Journey is not a formula, it is a structure that guides the process of transformation, attachment or detachment, liberation etc. It is a pattern that reveals the process of unfolding a story, something that 99.9% writers do not know how to do. It shows you how to turn an idea into a story. It shows you how to appeal to an audience, which have subconscious expectations. It is the road map that the novice writer is unconsciously trying to find. This criticism is a catch-all for any creative structure. It betrays a lack of understanding of story, creativity itself and the value of structure.
Criticism 2: It discourages originality.
The word "originality" is itself inappropriate. It implies a complete break with the past, which is never the case (it only seems so). Most of which seems original is a cumulative and incremental evolution of that which has been before. And it often only seems original to those with an untrained eye.
The Hero's Journey does not discourage originality. All the greatest stories (past and present) use it as a core pattern and those stories can hardly be described as unoriginal. Not only do Spielberg, Coppola, Lucas, and Scorsese follow this pattern, but Shakespeare did too. Their stories can hardly be described as unoriginal. Every Academy Award winner / nominess has followed this pattern. Those stories can hardly be described as unoriginal.
Criticism 3: Why is one hero so special anyway?
This betrays a serious lack of understanding of the Hero's Journey.
The Hero is a focal point, representative of The Process and The Changing and many individuals or groups go through the process. For example, in The Incredibles (2004), the whole family goes through the process. In Little Miss Sunshine (2006), the whole family goes through the process. A pair is also common: Thelma and Louise (1991), When Harry met Sally (1989).
Criticism 4: The Hero is always a dude.
The Hero is not always a dude. See Heroine's Journey
Criticism 5: It's cheesy as hell.
It's not cheesy. All of the greatest stories (past and present) are based on it and these are not cheesy. It's only cheesy if you tell the story wrong and this is often the result of a lack of understanding of the Hero's Journey.
Criticism 6: A lot of myths are shoehorned into the Hero's Journey.
So what? The myths are all examples to illustrate certain points, metaphors, symbolisms etc. Even with all these examples most people don't really understand the Hero's Journey. In the 2100+ stage Hero's Journey And Transformation Through A New World / State, we use hundreds of examples from modern film and we are constantly being asked for more.
Criticism 7: It confuses personal growth with solving problems.
This criticism is itself a confusion. Smaller problems may not require personal growth. Some larger problems do require it. Personal growth is a transformation and the Hero's Journey is the process of transformation, hence you can link the Hero's Journey to personal growth.
Criticism 8: The Hero's Journey is a Hollywood construct.
It is not a Hollywood construct and applies to all the greatest stories past and present. If you analyse successful stories before the age of cinema, as we have done, you will find that they all follow the Hero's Journey pattern intricately. Shakespeare used this pattern. The stories in the Bible, the Koran, the Torah, the Vedas and the other great religious texts use this template. It's not about a construct, it roots to physical and psychological laws.
In conclusion, none of the criticisms we have ever come across are valid and demonstrate a frightening lack of understanding. Almost without exception, criticisms are made by individuals with a very poor understanding of screenwriting, storytelling, transformation, the Hero's Journey, creativity and creative writing.
by Kal Bashir
Copyright © ALL RIGHTS RESERVED KAL BASHIR
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Pokémon Art Academy
Platform: 3DS
Tags: General, Productivity
Developer: Headstrong Games
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WarioWare: Smooth Moves (Wii) review
" Have you ever sat on your couch, Wii Remote in hand, wishing you could use it to scrub the dirty hind end of a cow? Probably not. But WarioWare: Smooth Moves allows you to do so. Even after playing the rather enjoyable GameCube incarnation of WarioWare, there seemed to be a lingering feeling that this series should have remained in GBA/DS form. Smooth Moves is bold in it's assertion that you'll enjoy the large number of extremely strange tasks it asks you to perform. "
Have you ever sat on your couch, Wii Remote in hand, wishing you could use it to scrub the dirty hind end of a cow? Probably not. But WarioWare: Smooth Moves allows you to do so. Even after playing the rather enjoyable GameCube incarnation of WarioWare, there seemed to be a lingering feeling that this series should have remained in GBA/DS form. Smooth Moves is bold in it's assertion that you'll enjoy the large number of extremely strange tasks it asks you to perform.
Splitting the into various character-driven plots, Smooth Moves throws a minimum of 15 micro-games your way. Each of these storylines are pushed forward by the usual suspects and none of them require any prior knowledge of the preceding releases. Each of the provided stories end with a "boss". Said "bosses" range from clever to inane. On the clever side, we find a short but sweet Star Fox variant in which the player has full control of the Arwing and comes upon a pimped out version of the ingeniously named peripheral, the R.obotic O.perating B.uddy, who happens to be wielding a Zapper. It's easy to get lost in such details. But the "Retro-inspired" characters 8-Volt and 18-Volt only take up a small portion of the game's overall content, so don't expect the aggressive advertising to be shoved down your throat continously. On the unfortunate end we find a "boss" which consists of laying your remote down on a flat surface while you watch topping pour onto a sandwhich, then snapping the remote upwards as the top bun is set in place. The majority of the micro games are intuitive enough that you'll wish that they would continue, but others are monotonous and seem to be set in place for a singular reason: Nintendo wants you to make an ass of yourself while performing the required Wii Mote tasks.
I personally don't like the idea of switching the controler's position in my hand every 2-seconds, but it still makes for a spontaneous synergy of fast-paced fun and player involvement. There are too many times where the Wii will lose track of the Wii Remote signal, or just won't pick up some of the required exaggerated movements, which is frustrating. None of that should be a deal-breaker, for anyone. If anything is unattractive about the game, it is probably the fact that almost everyone will beat it before hitting the two-hour mark. But in that time, you'll unlock each of the micro games you have played along with some nifty additional content. One allows for a moderately entertaining can-shooting ode to Duck Hunt. Another has you trying to keep a steady hand as shapes fall onto a small paddle and you try and keep them on without missing any, or having them slide off when held at tilt. There are others, each entertaining and playable in their own right.
Upon completion of the story mode, you'll have all the games you've already played at your disposal. This will allow you to filter through each of the micro-games' multiple stages, master each game, and earn ribbons on the ones you complete the set number of times, with the allotted four lives.
There are over two-hundred micro games included in Smooth Moves. Some of them seem completely arbitrary, requesting that you perform strange tasks such as shredding or stacking papers. In fact, only a couple of them carry any real weight in the form of something you might actually want to play an extended version of. A 3D Balloon Fighters comes to mind. Others are as mundane as moving the Wii Mote downwards as a Super Nintendo game floats over the console's cartridge slot.
The visual and audio presentation make for two very good reasons why Smooth Moves warrants a purchase. The vibrant displays through each of the story-mode's different characters contains a different layout in-between micro game content. In one, you'll find Jimmi, a hippy who is way into disco music, dancing with an ensemble of cats. Each of the character-driven episodes have introductory and conclusion cinematics and various selections of voice acting for beating a micro game and a singular murmured comment for defeat. As you progress torwards each boss and "speed up" flashes across the screen in vibrant display, the music amplifies into a louder, more distorted progression of the same tune. It's really quite enveloping, once you've been subdued into the trance-like gameplay mechanisms and have a feel for the huge assortment of different positions to hold the Wii Mote in. These are relayed to you by what could possibly be the most humerus game announcer of all-time, with a deep and relaxed tone, he speaks very seriously and with exaggeration upon the silly comments which follow the outlined gameplay.
The transition from portable to home console may have been successful in WarioWare's GameCube installment, but with the release of Smooth Moves, playing WarioWare any other way is out of the question. Perhaps the fluttering feeling I took from the experience of trying the series for the first time is gone, but the enchantment of the game's humor is only on the incline, and the macro games have also hit their stride. A few years back, I thought it would be impossible to enjoy the series on any other platform than the DS. Am delighted to report that the Wii adaption of Mario's lesser form is tight as can be. There isn't any reason not to buy Smooth Moves, if you own a Wii. Enthusiastic, token Nintendo fare.
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Home/Featured/Why James Reimer Deserves a Fresh Start
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Why James Reimer Deserves a Fresh Start
Andrew Roberts February 26, 2015
James Reimer is a fantastic goalie deserving of a second chance away from the hockey crazed Toronto market.
The 26-year-old has played 165 NHL games and has collected points in 53 per cent of them. On a team that consistently gives up more shots than the opposition, this point percentage is quite good. The Leafs have failed to use Reimer effectively and with a year-and-a-half remaining on his $2.3 million salary, trading him would be a wise decision.
On most clubs it’s typical for lesser, veteran goalies capable of playing a few games each season to fill the back up position. Ironically, Reimer does not fit this standard criteria. He is still relatively young (especially for goalies – whom tend to stay in the league longer than other positional players) and demonstrated in the 2010-11 and 2012-13 seasons that he can play around 40 games in a single campaign.
It’s obvious the Leafs do not have a backup in Reimer and it’s time they stop using him as such. By trading him away on March 2 the Leafs could acquire picks and prospects to assist the rebuild, while freeing up cap space for later signings. Landing Reimer for $2.3 million is a steal, but only if you play him on a regular basis. Backup goalies are always available come free agency and the Leafs could always find a cheaper option to ride the pine.
This season Reimer has registered a 7-13-0 record in 25 appearances, while Jonathan Bernier has played in 41 contests. The debate over who’s the better goalie is drawn out, though because both goalies are deserving of the starting job, one will always be on the outside looking in. The concept of a 1A-1B tandem only works briefly when time is shared equally and healthy competition is established.
Unfortunately, although this was the case early on it seems Bernier has stolen the spotlight. Since joining the Leafs in 2013 Bernier has made 96 appearances, while Reimer has faced 61 matchups. In my mind having two starters play unequal amounts breeds negative energy, which seems to be Reimer’s current predicament.
Hockey Night in Canada’s Don Cherry agrees.
“No matter what you do, the guy that’s the backup is going to be mad at you,” he said. “The kid’s lost all confidence in himself.” After carrying the Leafs to the postseason in 2012, the Bernier signing was nothing short of insulting. To Reimer’s credit, however, he never made a scene and has continued to play hard each night.
Bernier is set to become an RFA this summer, which means he will be asking for much more than his current $2.9 million salary. Considering he’s played 5,394 minutes in Toronto the past two seasons compared to Reimer’s 3,082, a Bernier resigning seems inevitable.
Elsewhere, Edmonton’s $2.9 million Viktor Fasth is set to become a UFA this summer, making Reimer a cheaper and more skilled option in the crease. Further, Reimer and Oilers starter Ben Scrivens played together in Toronto, setting a positive environment. The Oilers are in a similar predicament to the Leafs, though while Reimer is paid to sit on Toronto’s bench he could aid in Edmonton’s rebuilding process.
The Leafs have mistreated Reimer over the years and undermined his value, but that’s not to say he won’t be a strong fit somewhere else. The trade deadline is fast approaching and if Reimer is still in Toronto on March 3, than a big mistake has been made.
Toronto needs the building blocks for the future, but more importantly Reimer deserves a fresh start.
I am an avid Leafs fan and a fourth year journalism student at Ryerson University. In my spare time I enjoy camping, reading, writing and - of course - watching hockey!
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← LEBRON JAMES, KYRIE IRVING NAMED TO ALL-NBA TEAMS
PODCAST ON CAVS 94-82 WIN OVER HAWKS IN GAME #2 OF THE EASTERN CONFERENCE FINALS →
CAVS KEYS AND CONCERNS HEADING INTO GAME #2 vs THE HAWKS IN THE EASTERN CONFERENCE FINALS
May 22, 2015 by Kenny Roda. Filed under Blog Posts, Feature Articles | Leave a comment
KYRIE’S LEFT KNEE – Will he be able to play, and if so, how effective can he be? Is what he gave you in Game #1 vs Atlanta (10pts-6ast on 4-10fg) what we should expect from this version of Kyrie Irving? Or can the ALL-NBA 3rd team point guard adjust his game to where it’s not an attack the rim game, but more of a pull-up and catch and shoot game? We’ll see.
HOW’S SHUMP JUMP? – Iman Shumpert seemed to re-aggravate his groin injury in the second half of Game #1 which hampered his jumping and lateral movement. His defense was outstanding, but his offense suffered as he scored just 4 points on 1-7 shooting. Just like Irving, because of the injury, does he have to adjust his game, and if so how effective will he be at both ends of the floor?
BENCH BUNCH BE BETTER – J.R. Smith was phenomenal in Game #1 with 28 points, but the rest of the Cavs bench scored as many points as I did….ZERO! There has to be more consistency than that. Yes James Jones has had one good game in these playoffs with 17 points and Matthew Dellavedova dropped 19 on the Bulls in Game #6 last series, but both of those players have been inconsistent on offense. That has to change, especially with the injury to Kyrie Irving and the fact that both players could be playing more minutes than originally expected.
SHARPER EDGE – Whether LeBron wanted to admit it publically or not, the Cavaliers were the underdog heading into Game #1 in Atlanta. Vegas had the Hawks as 1 point favorites. Whenever you’re the dog going into a game, you tend to play with a little more edge and with a chip on your shoulder to prove people wrong and the Cavs did just that in the first contest of the Eastern Conference Finals. But how does David Blatt’s squad keep that edge in Game #2? It’s human nature to come into the next game less focused because of a 1-0 series lead, you stole home court advantage and the Hawks best defender in DeMarre Carroll may or may not play in Game #2. What does “King James” do to make sure that he and his teammates play with the same intensity and focusness (Jim Thome term) that they did in Game #1 and not just be satisfied with splitting in Atlanta? Are the Cavs mentally tough enough where complacency won’t set in? Again, like with Kyrie and Iman’s injuries, we’ll see.
DEATH TO THE STANKY LEG OFFENSE – As great as LeBron James was when he was attacking the basket in the second quarter of Game #1, scoring 14 points on 7 of 9 shooting, he was that horrible in the fourth quarter playing iso-ball or as I like to call it running the “Stanky Leg” offense. He got cocky when DeMarre Carroll went out with an injury and Paul Milsap had to try and guard him. Instead of playing through the game plan that helped build an 18 point fourth quarter lead, LBJ started playing the scoreboard and the offense came to a screeching halt that almost cost them the game. James admitted that it indeed was his fault after the game, that it was on him, and that it can’t happen again. That’s great that he recognized that and admitted it, but will it actually change? He’s been doing this for years. It’s one of his few bad habits that he seems to fall back into. The “Stanky Leg” has to disappear if the Cavs want to not only win this series against Atlanta, but also have a chance to win the NBA Championship!
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IELTS Academic Reading Sample 037 - Highs & Lows
You should spend about 20 minutes on Questions 26-40 which are based on Reading Passage 37 below:
Hormone levels - and hence our moods –may be affected by the weather. Gloomy weather can cause depression, but sunshine appears to raise the spirits. In Britain, for example, the dull weather of winter drastically cuts down the amount of sunlight that is experienced which strongly affects some people. They become so depressed and lacking in energy that their work and social life are affected. This condition has been given the name SAD (Seasonal Affective Disorder). Sufferers can fight back by making the most of any sunlight in winter and by spending a few hours each day under special, full-spectrum lamps. These provide more ultraviolet and blue-green light than ordinary fluorescent and tungsten lights. Some Russian scientists claim that children learn better after being exposed to ultraviolet light. In warm countries, hours of work are often arranged so that workers can take a break, or even a siesta, during the hottest part of the day. Scientists are working to discover the links between the weather and human beings’ moods and performance.
It is generally believed that tempers grow shorter in hot, muggy weather. There is no doubt that ‘crimes against the person’ rise in the summer, when the weather is hotter and fall in the winter when the weather is colder. Research in the United States has shown a relationship between temperature and street riots. The frequency of riots rises dramatically as the weather gets warmer, hitting a peak around 27-30°C. But is this effect really due to a mood change caused by the heat? Some scientists argue that trouble starts more often in hot weather merely because there are more people in the street when the weather is good.
Psychologists have also studied how being cold affects performance. Researchers compared divers working in icy cold water at 5°C with others in water at 20°C (about swimming pool temperature). The colder water made the divers worse at simple arithmetic and other mental tasks. But significantly, their performance was impaired as soon as they were put into the cold water – before their bodies had time to cool down. This suggests that the low temperature did not slow down mental functioning directly, but the feeling of cold distracted the divers from their tasks.
Psychologists have conducted studies showing that people become less skeptical and more optimistic when the weather is sunny However, this apparently does not just depend on the temperature. An American psychologist studied customers in a temperature-controlled restaurant. They gave bigger tips when the sun was shining and smaller tips when it wasn’t, even though the temperature in the restaurant was the same. A link between weather and mood is made believable by the evidence for a connection between behavior and the length of the daylight hours. This in turn might involve the level of a hormone called melatonin, produced in the pineal gland in the brain. The amount of melatonin falls with greater exposure to daylight. Research shows that melatonin plays an important part in the seasonal behavior of certain animals. For example, food consumption of stags increases during the winter, reaching a peak in February/ March. It falls again to a low point in May, then rises to a peak in September, before dropping to another minimum in November. These changes seem to be triggered by varying melatonin levels.
In the laboratory, hamsters put on more weight when the nights are getting shorter and their melatonin levels are falling. On the other hand, if they are given injections of melatonin, they will stop eating altogether. It seems that time cues provided by the changing lengths of day and night trigger changes in animals’ behavior - changes that are needed to cope with the cycle of the seasons. People’s moods too, have been shown to react to the length of the daylight hours. Skeptics might say that longer exposure to sunshine puts people in a better mood because they associate it with the happy feelings of holidays and freedom from responsibility. However, the belief that rain and murky weather make people more unhappy is borne out by a study in Belgium, which showed that a telephone counseling service gets more telephone calls from people with suicidal feelings when it rains.
When there is a thunderstorm brewing, some people complain of the air being ‘heavy’ and of feeling irritable, moody and on edge. They may be reacting to the fact that the air can become slightly positively charged when large thunderclouds are generating the intense electrical fields that cause lightning flashes. The positive charge increases the levels of serotonin (a chemical involved in sending signals in the nervous system). High levels of serotonin in certain areas of the nervous system make people more active and reactive and, possibly, more aggressive. When certain winds are blowing, such as the Mistral in southern France and the Fohn in southern Germany, mood can be affected - and the number of traffic accidents rises. It may be significant that the concentration of positively charged particles is greater than normal in these winds. In the United Kingdom, 400,000 ionizers are sold every year. These small machines raise the number of negative ions in the air in a room. Many people claim they feel better in negatively charged air.
Choose the appropriate letters A—D and write them in boxes 26—28 on your answer sheet.
26 Why did the divers perform less well in colder conditions?
A They were less able to concentrate.
B Their body temperature fell too quickly.
C Their mental functions were immediately affected by the cold.
D They were used to swimming pool conditions.
27 The number of daylight hours
A affects the performance of workers in restaurants.
B influences animal feeding habits.
C makes animals like hamsters more active.
D prepares humans for having greater leisure time.
28 Human irritability may be influenced by
A how nervous and aggressive people are.
B reaction to certain weather phenomena.
C the number of ions being generated by machines.
D the attitude of people to thunderstorms.
Do the following statements agree with the information in Reading Passage 139?
In boxes 29-34 on your answer sheet write:
TRUE if the statement is true according to the passage
FALSE if the statement is false according to the passage
NOT GIVEN if the information is not given in the passage
29 Seasonal Affective Disorder is disrupting children’s education in Russia.
30 Serotonin is an essential cause of human aggression.
31 Scientific evidence links ‘happy associations with weather’ to human mood.
32 A link between depression and the time of year has been established.
33 Melatonin levels increase at certain times of the year.
34 Positively charged ions can influence eating habits.
According to the text which THREE of the following conditions have been scientifically proved to have a psychological effect on humans?
Choose THREE letters A—G and write them in boxes 35—37 on your answer sheet.
A lack of negative ions
B rainy weather
C food consumption
D high serotonin levels
E sunny weather
F freedom from worry
G lack of counselling facilities
Complete each of the following statements with the best ending from the box below.
Write the appropriate letters A-G in boxes 38—40 on your answer sheet.
38 It has been established that social tension increases significantly in the United States during .......
39 Research has shown that a hamster’s bodyweight increases according to its exposure to.......
40 Animals cope with changing weather and food availability because they are influenced by.......
A daylight
B hot weather
C melatonin
D moderate temperatures
E poor co-ordination
F time cues
G impaired performance
29 NOT GIVEN
B // rainy weather
D // high serotonin levels
E // sunny weather
( IN ANY ORDER)
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Hear it with your own eyes
YouTube’s AI can now describe sound effects
March 26, 2017 Ryan Flynn
http://www.theverge.com/2017/3/24/15053328/youtube-ai-caption-sound-effects
by Micah Singleton . @MicahSingleton Mar 24, 2017, 3:17pm EDT
YouTube has had automated captions for its videos since 2009, and now it’s expanding the feature to include captions for sound effects. The video service uses machine learning to detect sound effects in videos and add the captions [APPLAUSE], [MUSIC], and [LAUGHTER] to millions of videos.
While those three were some of the most frequent manually captioned sounds, YouTube says it’s only in the early stages of making improvements for its deaf and hard of hearing users. The company says captions like ringing, barking, and knocking are next in line, but those require more deciphering than simple laughter or music.
The improved captions are now available on YouTube.
← Microsoft adds live captions to Skype and PowerPointIBM edges closer to human speech recognition →
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Home >> Study Abroad >> Canada >> Provinces
Ontario - Education, Attractions and Weather
Ontario is the most popular destination for immigration in Canada. It is home to a more than 12 million people of various religions, ethnicity and culture. Ottawa, the capital of Canada, is located in Ontario. Ontario is also known for its natural diversity including vast forest land, beautiful provincial parks, and the world-famous Niagara Falls.
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Niagra Falls
When in Canada and in Ontario, you cannot miss the world famous Niagra Falls. It is right considered as the world’s greatest natural wonders. Be overjoyed in the tapestry of beautiful laid out gardens and parks and orchards. In September, the annual Niagara Grape and Wine Festival adds zest to the place.
Shania Twain Centre
If you are a fan if Shaina Twain, you cannot miss this one! Shania Twain Centre includes Shania memorabilia, interactive displays, a theatre presentation and a gift shop. If gold fascinates you, take a Gold Mine Tour which includes underground tour, live displays and panning for gold.
Polar Bear Habitat
Have a lifetime thrilling experience and enjoy the company of polar bears. Hop in the Polar Bear Express in Cochrane for a train ride down the Arctic Watershed through forests, past lakes, muskeg and tundra scrub brush all the way to James Bay. You can even swim right next to the polar bears.
St Lawrence Seaway
Sail through the famous 1000 Islands, spread like jewels upon shimmering waters so beautiful that Aboriginals named it the "Garden of the Great Spirit." St Lawrence Seaway is rich in history as you experience the military colour and drills of the 19th century. You can plan a weekend getaway in St Lawrence Seaway and visit charming cities and towns that give you an old world charm.
National Air Force Museum
Include this wonderful National Air Force Museum in your itinerary and carry treasure trove of aviation artifacts, memorabilia and heritage aircraft.
You cannot complete your visit to Cnanda without a trip to its capital city of Ottawa in Ontario. Visit the Parliament Hill to witness the colourful Changing of the Guard ceremony and the endless carpet of brilliant blooms during the world's largest tulip festival. Drop at the wonderful Canadian Museum of Civilization where you can learn about Canada’s rich past.
Due to its vast size, temperatures vary from region to region. There are three main climates in Ontario. .Parts of Southwestern Ontario have a moderate humid continental climate. Central and Eastern Ontario have a more severe humid continental climate. The northernmost parts of Ontario — primarily north of 50 N have a subarctic climate (Köppen Dfc) with long, severely cold winters and short, cool to warm summers.
Ontario boasts a number of extensive and efficient transportation systems. To get around the province one can use the air route, land route or the water route. Car rental companies or airport taxi and shuttle services are also available.
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University of Ottawa
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Royal Military College of Canada
Ryerson University
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Fiberglass Mats For Quick IAF Runway Repairs
Sunday, February 03, 2019 by Indian Defence News
Feasibility study done, technical specifications being finalised
The Indian Air Force would soon be having indigenously developed fiberglass mats that will enable it to undertake rapid repair of runways that have been damaged by enemy bombs during war.
Referred to as foldable fiberglass mats, these are made up of rigid but lightweight and thin panels weaved from fiberglass, polyester and resin and connected together by hinges.
“The feasibility study for developing and inducting the fiberglass mats has been completed and technical specifications and other qualitative requirements are in the process of being finalised,” an IAF officer said.
“This is a new technique that is emerging globally for runway repair and the project figures high in the IAF’s priority list,” he added. The capability can also be used to repair portions of runways damaged during natural disasters.
According to sources, the IAF has projected a requirement of 120-125 foldable fiberglass mat sets per year and the mats are expected to be manufactured by the private industry once the modalities are worked out.
Given their strategic importance and role in carrying out offensive and defensive air operations as well as moving men and material, airfields and runways are high value targets in war and among the first to be hit during outbreak of hostilities. Destruction of airfields also has huge economic repercussion.
IAF officers said the foldable fiberglass mats would be used to level out the top of the crater formed by a bomb after it has first been filled with stones, debris or soil. One foldable fiberglass mat would be able to cover an area of 18 metres by 16 metres.
Most runways have as asphalt surface, similar to a black-topped road, and laying and setting such surfaces, which are several inches thick and have multiple layers to bear the high impact and weight of aircraft, takes several days.
The foldable fiberglass mats overcome this delimiting factor and enable recommencement of air operations within a short span.
To Be Built Indigenously By Private Companies
The IAF has reportedly projected a requirement of 120-125 foldable fiberglass mats sets per year and the mats are expected to be manufactured by the private industry once the modalities are worked out
The FFMs will be used to level out the top of the crater formed by a bomb after it has first been filled with stones, debris or soil
One FFM will cover an area of 18 metres by 16 metres
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Year : 2004 | Volume : 20 | Issue : 2 | Page : 86-89
Sexual function status before and after transurethral resection of prostate (TURP) in Indian patients with benign hyperplasia of prostate
Narmada P Gupta, Daresh D Doddamani, Rajeev Kumar
Department of Urology, All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi, India
Narmada P Gupta
Department of Urology, AIIMS, Ansari Nagar, New Delhi - 110 029
Objectives : To evaluate the change in sexual function status after TURP in a select population of Indian elderly males presenting with benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). Methods : One hundred and thirty-six patients presenting with BPH and treated with transurethral resection of prostate (TURP) during the period from August 1999 to July 2001 were evaluated for pre and postoperative sexual function using a 10-question proforma. Results : The mean age of the patients was 64.9 years while the mean duration of lower urinary tract symptoms was 1.9 years. Of the 109 patients with a living wife/partner, 54 (49.54%) had active sex lives with coital frequency ranging from once a week to less than once a fortnight. Preoperatively, 48 of these patients had good erections whereas 6 had weak erections though they were able to have satisfactory penetration. All 54 had normal ejaculation prior to TURP. In the postoperative follow up, 10 (18.5%) of these 54 patients reported an improvement in their sex life in terms of increased libido and improved erections. Twenty-six (48.1 %) had no change in their status after TURP, but were satisfied with their sex life. Out of these 36 patients, 4 patients had preserved ante grade ejaculation. The remaining 18 (33.33%) had deterioration in their status in terms of decreased libido and poor erections. None of our patients who were sexually inactive before TURP regained sexual activity. Conclusions: About 50% of patients with a living spouse/partner are sexually active at the time of undergoing TURP for BPH. TURF leads to a deterioration of sexual function in up to 33% of these patients. This includes both loss of libido and erections. It is also associated with a loss of ante grade ejaculation in over 85% patients. Very few patients who are sexually inactive pre-operatively recover sexual function after surgery. This study suggests that sexual counseling during informed consent should be a regular feature prior to TURP.
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Hail Map for Seminole, OKadmin-001-11-30T00:00:00+00:00
Hail Map for Seminole, OK
The Seminole, OK area has had 15 reports of on-the-ground hail by trained spotters, and has been under severe weather warnings 32 times during the past 12 months. Doppler radar has detected hail at or near Seminole, OK on 63 occasions, including 4 occasions during the past year.
Name: Seminole, OK
Where Located: 52.7 miles ESE of Oklahoma City, OK
Map: Google Map for Seminole, OK
More Info: Search Google for Seminole, OK
The Top Recent Hail Date for Seminole, OK is Wednesday, May 22, 2019 (30th out of 63)
Hail and Wind Damage Spotted near Seminole, OK
6/19/2019 2:26 AM CDT At 226 am cdt, a severe thunderstorm was located 5 miles south of bowlegs, moving east at 40 mph (radar indicated). Hazards include 70 mph wind gusts and quarter size hail. Hail damage to vehicles is expected. expect considerable tree damage. Wind damage is also likely to mobile homes, roofs, and outbuildings.
6/16/2019 12:05 AM CDT At 1204 am cdt, severe thunderstorms were located along a line extending from 5 miles southwest of lake carl blackwell to 3 miles south of meeker to 5 miles southeast of brooksville, moving east at 40 mph (radar indicated). Hazards include 70 mph wind gusts and quarter size hail. brief gustnadoes may occur on the leading edge of the line, which could enhance the potential for wind damage. Hail damage to vehicles is expected. expect considerable tree damage. Wind damage is also likely to mobile homes, roofs, and outbuildings.
5/29/2019 8:05 AM CDT At 804 am cdt, a severe thunderstorm was located near little, moving northeast at 25 to 35 mph. another strong thunderstorm was located over shawnee (radar indicated). Hazards include 60 mph wind gusts and quarter size hail. Hail damage to vehicles is expected. expect wind damage to roofs, siding, and trees. Locations impacted include, shawnee, seminole, tecumseh, prague, earlsboro, cromwell, johnson, brooksville, macomb, little, bethel acres, centerview and harjo.
5/29/2019 7:47 AM CDT At 747 am cdt, a severe thunderstorm was located near earlsboro, moving east at 40 mph (radar indicated). Hazards include 60 mph wind gusts and quarter size hail. Hail damage to vehicles is expected. Expect wind damage to roofs, siding, and trees.
5/26/2019 12:24 AM CDT The severe thunderstorm warning for seminole, southeastern lincoln, east central cleveland, pottawatomie and northwestern hughes counties will expire at 1230 am cdt, the storms which prompted the warning have weakened below severe limits, and no longer pose an immediate threat to life or property. therefore, the warning will be allowed to expire. however gusty winds and heavy rain are still possible with these thunderstorms.
5/25/2019 11:59 PM CDT At 1159 pm cdt, severe thunderstorms were located along a line extending from 5 miles south of paden to 3 miles southeast of earlsboro to 4 miles south of macomb, moving east at 45 mph (radar indicated). Hazards include 60 mph wind gusts. Expect damage to roofs, siding, and trees. locations impacted include, shawnee, seminole, tecumseh, slaughterville, wewoka, prague, konawa, maud, earlsboro, bowlegs, asher, tribbey, cromwell, johnson, st. Louis, etowah, yeager, brooksville, macomb and little.
5/25/2019 11:44 PM CDT At 1144 pm cdt, severe thunderstorms were located along a line extending from 3 miles northeast of johnson to near tecumseh to near etowah, moving east at 45 mph (radar indicated). Hazards include 70 mph wind gusts. Expect considerable tree damage. Damage is likely to mobile homes, roofs, and outbuildings.
5/22/2019 4:43 PM CDT At 443 pm cdt, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado was located 4 miles south of cromwell, moving northeast at 30 mph (radar indicated rotation). Hazards include tornado and ping pong ball size hail. Flying debris will be dangerous to those caught without shelter. mobile homes will be damaged or destroyed. damage to roofs, windows, and vehicles will occur. tree damage is likely. This tornadic thunderstorm will remain over mainly rural areas of east central seminole and northwestern hughes counties.
5/22/2019 4:37 PM CDT At 437 pm cdt, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado was located 6 miles north of wewoka, moving northeast at 35 mph (radar indicated rotation). Hazards include tornado and ping pong ball size hail. Flying debris will be dangerous to those caught without shelter. mobile homes will be damaged or destroyed. damage to roofs, windows, and vehicles will occur. tree damage is likely. This tornadic thunderstorm will remain over mainly rural areas of east central seminole and northwestern hughes counties.
5/22/2019 4:29 PM CDT At 429 pm cdt, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado was located 5 miles southeast of seminole, moving northeast at 35 mph (radar indicated rotation). Hazards include tornado and ping pong ball size hail. Flying debris will be dangerous to those caught without shelter. mobile homes will be damaged or destroyed. damage to roofs, windows, and vehicles will occur. Tree damage is likely.
5/22/2019 4:26 PM CDT At 425 pm cdt, a severe thunderstorm was located 4 miles northeast of bowlegs, moving northeast at 35 mph (radar indicated). Hazards include ping pong ball size hail and 60 mph wind gusts. People and animals outdoors will be injured. expect hail damage to roofs, siding, windows, and vehicles. expect wind damage to roofs, siding, and trees. Locations impacted include, seminole, wewoka, bowlegs, cromwell and lima.
5/22/2019 4:14 PM CDT At 414 pm cdt, a severe thunderstorm was located near bowlegs, moving northeast at 35 mph (radar indicated). Hazards include ping pong ball size hail and 60 mph wind gusts. People and animals outdoors will be injured. expect hail damage to roofs, siding, windows, and vehicles. expect wind damage to roofs, siding, and trees. Locations impacted include, seminole, wewoka, bowlegs, cromwell, little and lima.
5/22/2019 3:59 PM CDT At 358 pm cdt, a severe thunderstorm was located 4 miles north of konawa, moving northeast at 35 mph. another severe thunderstorm was located near seminole also moving northeast at 35 mph (radar indicated). Hazards include ping pong ball size hail and 60 mph wind gusts. People and animals outdoors will be injured. expect hail damage to roofs, siding, windows, and vehicles. Expect wind damage to roofs, siding, and trees.
5/21/2019 5:21 AM CDT At 521 am cdt, severe thunderstorms were located along a line extending from 4 miles west of welty to 3 miles southeast of seminole, moving northeast at 45 mph (radar indicated). Hazards include 70 mph wind gusts. Expect considerable tree damage. damage is likely to mobile homes, roofs, and outbuildings. Locations impacted include, seminole, stroud, prague, maud, davenport, earlsboro, bowlegs, cromwell, johnson, sparks, little, centerview and harjo.
5/21/2019 4:45 AM CDT At 444 am cdt, the leading edge of a line of severe thunderstorms were located from 4 miles south of sparks to 3 miles north of st. louis, moving east-northeast at 50 mph (radar indicated). Hazards include 70 mph wind gusts. Expect considerable tree damage. Damage is likely to mobile homes, roofs, and outbuildings.
5/18/2019 10:33 AM CDT At 1033 am cdt, a severe thunderstorm was located near bearden, moving east at 40 mph (radar indicated). Hazards include 60 mph wind gusts. Expect damage to roofs, siding, and trees. Locations impacted include, seminole, holdenville, wewoka, wetumka, bowlegs, cromwell, yeager, little and lima.
5/18/2019 10:07 AM CDT At 1006 am cdt, a severe thunderstorm was located near seminole, moving east at 40 mph (radar indicated). Hazards include 60 mph wind gusts. expect damage to roofs, siding, and trees
3/30/2019 2:14 AM CDT At 213 am cdt, a severe thunderstorm was located near brooksville, moving northeast at 65 mph (radar indicated). Hazards include quarter size hail. Damage to vehicles is expected. locations impacted include, maud, tribbey, st. Louis, macomb, harjo and trousdale.
3/30/2019 2:00 AM CDT At 200 am cdt, severe thunderstorms were located along a line extending from 6 miles north of rosedale to 3 miles northwest of wynnewood, moving east at 50 mph (radar indicated). Hazards include quarter size hail. Damage to vehicles is expected. locations impacted include, pauls valley, stratford, konawa, maud, paoli, asher, tribbey, wanette, byars, st. Louis, rosedale, macomb, vanoss, harjo and trousdale.
3/30/2019 1:47 AM CDT At 147 am cdt, severe thunderstorms were located along a line extending from near wayne to near elmore city, moving northeast at 55 mph (radar indicated). Hazards include ping pong ball size hail. People and animals outdoors will be injured. Expect damage to roofs, siding, windows, and vehicles.
12/26/2018 9:05 PM CST At 904 pm cst, severe thunderstorms were located along a line extending from 7 miles northwest of wewoka to 3 miles west of holdenville to 4 miles northwest of clarita, moving northeast at 45 mph (radar indicated). Hazards include 60 mph wind gusts. Expect damage to roofs, siding, and trees. Locations impacted include, seminole, holdenville, coalgate, wewoka, wetumka, allen, stonewall, bowlegs, tupelo, francis, calvin, cromwell, sasakwa, gerty, horntown, centrahoma, yeager, atwood, spaulding and phillips.
12/26/2018 8:40 PM CST At 840 pm cst, severe thunderstorms were located along a line extending from 3 miles east of st. louis to 3 miles east of konawa to near ada to 5 miles west of pontotoc, moving northeast at 50 mph (radar indicated). Hazards include 60 mph wind gusts. expect damage to roofs, siding, and trees
11/30/2018 9:15 PM CST Quarter sized hail reported 3.4 miles NNW of Seminole, OK, quarter size hail 5 miles se of seminole by trained spotter.
10/9/2018 9:53 AM CDT At 952 am cdt, severe thunderstorms were located along a line extending from 7 miles west of red rock to 4 miles southeast of glencoe to 4 miles northeast of avery to 3 miles south of stroud to 6 miles south of bearden, moving north at 45 mph (radar indicated). Hazards include 70 mph wind gusts. Expect considerable tree damage. damage is likely to mobile homes, roofs, and outbuildings. locations impacted include, ponca city, cushing, holdenville, perry, wewoka, stroud, wetumka, yale, davenport, morrison, glencoe, ripley, dustin, cromwell, red rock, marland, lamar, kendrick, horntown and yeager. this includes the following highways, interstate 35 between mile markers 185 and 204. interstate 40 between mile markers 203 and 212. Interstate 44 between mile markers 173 and 182.
10/9/2018 9:29 AM CDT At 929 am cdt, severe thunderstorms were located along a line extending from 3 miles southeast of lucien to 5 miles east of perkins to near davenport to 3 miles southwest of prague to 5 miles north of sasakwa, moving northeast at 45 mph (radar indicated). Hazards include 70 mph wind gusts. Expect considerable tree damage. Damage is likely to mobile homes, roofs, and outbuildings.
10/9/2018 9:20 AM CDT At 920 am cdt, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado was located near johnson, moving northeast at 40 mph (radar indicated rotation). Hazards include tornado. Flying debris will be dangerous to those caught without shelter. mobile homes will be damaged or destroyed. damage to roofs, windows, and vehicles will occur. tree damage is likely. locations impacted include, shawnee, seminole, prague, earlsboro, johnson, little and centerview. This includes interstate 40 between mile markers 187 and 204.
10/9/2018 9:18 AM CDT At 917 am cdt, severe thunderstorms were located along a line extending from near carney to 4 miles north of meeker to near johnson to near maud to 8 miles northeast of konawa, moving east at 35 mph (radar indicated). Hazards include 70 mph wind gusts. Expect considerable tree damage. damage is likely to mobile homes, roofs, and outbuildings. locations impacted include, shawnee, seminole, tecumseh, chandler, wewoka, prague, konawa, meeker, maud, davenport, wellston, earlsboro, bowlegs, johnson, sparks, st. louis, sasakwa, warwick, fallis and little. this includes the following highways, interstate 40 between mile markers 184 and 203. Interstate 44 between mile markers 155 and 173.
10/9/2018 8:57 AM CDT At 857 am cdt, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado was located near brooksville, moving northeast at 30 mph (radar indicated rotation). Hazards include tornado. Flying debris will be dangerous to those caught without shelter. mobile homes will be damaged or destroyed. damage to roofs, windows, and vehicles will occur. Tree damage is likely.
10/9/2018 8:30 AM CDT At 830 am cdt, severe thunderstorms were located along a line extending from near oklahoma city to 3 miles east of rosedale, moving northeast at 40 mph (radar indicated). Hazards include 70 mph wind gusts. Expect considerable tree damage. Damage is likely to mobile homes, roofs, and outbuildings.
7/28/2018 5:56 PM CDT At 556 pm cdt, a severe thunderstorm was located just south of cromwell, moving south at 20 mph (radar indicated). Hazards include 70 mph wind gusts and ping pong ball size hail. People and animals outdoors will be injured. expect hail damage to roofs, siding, windows, and vehicles. expect considerable tree damage. wind damage is also likely to mobile homes, roofs, and outbuildings. Locations impacted include, wewoka, wetumka, cromwell, yeager and lima.
7/28/2018 5:44 PM CDT At 543 pm cdt, a severe thunderstorm was located near cromwell, moving south at 20 mph (radar indicated). Hazards include 70 mph wind gusts and ping pong ball size hail. People and animals outdoors will be injured. expect hail damage to roofs, siding, windows, and vehicles. expect considerable tree damage. wind damage is also likely to mobile homes, roofs, and outbuildings. locations impacted include, wewoka, wetumka, bowlegs, cromwell, yeager and lima. This includes interstate 40 between mile markers 206 and 213.
7/28/2018 5:34 PM CDT At 534 pm cdt, a severe thunderstorm was located 4 miles north of cromwell, moving south at 15 mph (radar indicated). Hazards include 60 mph wind gusts and quarter size hail. Hail damage to vehicles is expected. Expect wind damage to roofs, siding, and trees.
6/25/2018 4:01 AM CDT A severe thunderstorm warning remains in effect until 415 am cdt for seminole. southeastern lincoln and pottawatomie counties. at 401 am cdt, severe thunderstorms were located along a line extending from 4 miles south of prague to near seminole to near st. louis, moving east at 45 mph. hazard. 60 mph wind gusts.
6/25/2018 3:29 AM CDT At 329 am cdt, severe thunderstorms were located along a line extending from near mcloud to 3 miles east of pink to 3 miles east of slaughterville, moving east at 40 mph (radar indicated). Hazards include 60 mph wind gusts and penny size hail. expect damage to roofs, siding, and trees
6/22/2018 11:44 PM CDT At 1144 pm cdt, severe thunderstorms were located along a line extending from 4 miles southeast of prague to 8 miles south of lindsay, moving southeast at 40 mph (radar indicated). Hazards include 60 mph wind gusts. expect damage to roofs, siding, and trees
5/31/2018 4:52 AM CDT The severe thunderstorm warning for northern seminole and northwestern hughes counties will expire at 500 am cdt, the storms which prompted the warning have weakened below severe limits, and no longer pose an immediate threat to life or property. therefore the warning will be allowed to expire. however small hail, gusty winds and heavy rain are still possible with these thunderstorms.
5/31/2018 4:42 AM CDT At 442 am cdt, severe thunderstorms were located along a line extending from 5 miles north of cromwell to near seminole, moving southeast at 30 mph (radar indicated). Hazards include 60 mph wind gusts and quarter size hail. Hail damage to vehicles is expected. expect wind damage to roofs, siding, and trees. locations impacted include, seminole, holdenville, wewoka, wetumka, cromwell, yeager and lima. This includes interstate 40 between mile markers 203 and 213.
5/31/2018 4:17 AM CDT At 416 am cdt, a severe thunderstorm was located near prague, moving southeast at 40 mph (radar indicated). Hazards include 60 mph wind gusts and quarter size hail. Hail damage to vehicles is expected. Expect wind damage to roofs, siding, and trees.
5/3/2018 8:59 AM CDT The national weather service in norman has issued a * severe thunderstorm warning for. northeastern seminole county in east central oklahoma. hughes county in southeastern oklahoma. Until 945 am cdt * at 859 am cdt, severe thunderstorms were located along a line.
5/3/2018 8:42 AM CDT At 841 am cdt, severe thunderstorms were located along a line extending from near maud to near sasakwa to 8 miles north of stonewall, moving northeast at 45 mph (radar indicated). Hazards include 70 mph wind gusts. Expect considerable tree damage. damage is likely to mobile homes, roofs, and outbuildings. Locations impacted include, ada, seminole, holdenville, wewoka, wetumka, maud, allen, bowlegs, francis, calvin, cromwell, lamar, sasakwa, horntown, yeager, atwood, spaulding and lima.
5/3/2018 8:20 AM CDT At 820 am cdt, severe thunderstorms were located along a line extending from near asher to 6 miles northwest of ada, moving northeast at 40 mph (radar indicated). Hazards include 70 mph wind gusts. Expect considerable tree damage. Damage is likely to mobile homes, roofs, and outbuildings.
5/2/2018 9:38 PM CDT At 937 pm cdt, severe thunderstorms were located along a line extending from 5 miles southeast of johnson to 5 miles northwest of francis, moving east at 45 mph (radar indicated). Hazards include 70 mph wind gusts. Expect considerable tree damage. damage is likely to mobile homes, roofs, and outbuildings. Locations impacted include, seminole, wewoka, konawa, byng, maud, allen, earlsboro, bowlegs, francis, cromwell, sasakwa, little and lima.
5/2/2018 9:27 PM CDT A severe thunderstorm warning remains in effect until 1000 pm cdt for northeastern garvin. seminole. northern pontotoc. central pottawatomie and southeastern mcclain counties. At 927 pm cdt, severe thunderstorms were located along a line extending from near shawnee to 3 miles south of konawa, moving east at 45 mph.
5/2/2018 8:57 PM CDT The national weather service in norman has issued a * severe thunderstorm warning for. northeastern garvin county in southern oklahoma. seminole county in east central oklahoma. southeastern cleveland county in central oklahoma. Northern pontotoc county in east central oklahoma.
4/13/2018 3:10 PM CDT The severe thunderstorm warning for seminole, northeastern pottawatomie and northwestern hughes counties will expire at 315 pm cdt, the storm which prompted the warning has weakened below severe limits, and no longer poses an immediate threat to life or property. therefore, the warning will be allowed to expire. however, small hail up to the size of nickels, gusty winds, and heavy rain are still possible with this thunderstorm.
4/13/2018 2:32 PM CDT At 232 pm cdt, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado was located 4 miles southeast of little, moving northeast at 40 mph (radar indicated rotation). Hazards include tornado and golf ball size hail. Flying debris will be dangerous to those caught without shelter. mobile homes will be damaged or destroyed. damage to roofs, windows, and vehicles will occur. tree damage is likely. locations impacted include, cromwell. This includes interstate 40 between mile markers 204 and 213.
4/13/2018 2:26 PM CDT At 225 pm cdt, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado was located near seminole, moving northeast at 45 mph (radar indicated rotation). Hazards include tornado and golf ball size hail. Flying debris will be dangerous to those caught without shelter. mobile homes will be damaged or destroyed. damage to roofs, windows, and vehicles will occur. Tree damage is likely.
4/13/2018 2:19 PM CDT At 219 pm cdt, a severe thunderstorm was located near earlsboro, moving northeast at 45 mph (radar indicated). Hazards include 70 mph wind gusts and half dollar size hail. Hail damage to vehicles is expected. expect considerable tree damage. Wind damage is also likely to mobile homes, roofs, and outbuildings.
2/19/2018 4:07 PM CST The severe thunderstorm warning for central seminole and northwestern hughes counties will expire at 415 pm cst, the storm which prompted the warning has weakened below severe limits, and no longer poses an immediate threat to life or property. therefore the warning will be allowed to expire.
2/19/2018 3:52 PM CST At 351 pm cst, a severe thunderstorm was located near bowlegs, moving northeast at 70 mph (radar indicated). Hazards include quarter size hail. damage to vehicles is expected
10/21/2017 10:10 PM CDT At 1010 pm cdt, severe thunderstorms were located along a line extending from 6 miles south of stroud to 4 miles northwest of paden to 5 miles southeast of prague to near little to near bowlegs to 4 miles southeast of st. louis, moving east at 40 mph (radar indicated). Hazards include 60 mph wind gusts and quarter size hail. Hail damage to vehicles is expected. expect wind damage to roofs, siding, and trees. locations impacted include, seminole, holdenville, wewoka, prague, konawa, wetumka, maud, bowlegs, cromwell, st. louis, sasakwa, yeager, little, spaulding, lima and centerview. This includes interstate 40 between mile markers 195 and 212.
10/21/2017 10:08 PM CDT The tornado warning for north central seminole county will expire at 1015 pm cdt, the storm which prompted the warning has weakened below severe limits, and has exited the warned area. therefore, the warning will be allowed to expire. however gusty winds are still possible with this thunderstorm.
10/21/2017 10:00 PM CDT At 1000 pm cdt, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado was located 4 miles northeast of seminole, moving east at 40 mph (radar indicated rotation). Hazards include tornado. Flying debris will be dangerous to those caught without shelter. mobile homes will be damaged or destroyed. damage to roofs, windows, and vehicles will occur. tree damage is likely. This tornadic thunderstorm will remain over mainly rural areas of north central seminole county.
10/21/2017 9:54 PM CDT At 954 pm cdt, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado was located near seminole, moving east at 40 mph (radar indicated rotation). Hazards include tornado and quarter size hail. Flying debris will be dangerous to those caught without shelter. mobile homes will be damaged or destroyed. damage to roofs, windows, and vehicles will occur. tree damage is likely. Locations impacted include, seminole.
10/21/2017 9:53 PM CDT Tree and powerline damage in seminole. possible tornad in seminole county OK, 2.5 miles E of Seminole, OK
10/21/2017 9:52 PM CDT At 952 pm cdt, severe thunderstorms were located along a line extending from near sparks to 4 miles northeast of meeker to near johnson to near earlsboro to 4 miles southeast of macomb to near wanette, moving east at 40 mph (radar indicated). Hazards include 60 mph wind gusts and quarter size hail. Hail damage to vehicles is expected. Expect wind damage to roofs, siding, and trees.
10/21/2017 9:46 PM CDT At 946 pm cdt, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado was located near earlsboro, moving east at 40 mph (radar indicated rotation). Hazards include tornado and quarter size hail. Flying debris will be dangerous to those caught without shelter. mobile homes will be damaged or destroyed. damage to roofs, windows, and vehicles will occur. tree damage is likely. Locations impacted include, seminole, earlsboro and harjo.
10/21/2017 9:38 PM CDT At 938 pm cdt, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado was located 4 miles southeast of tecumseh, moving east at 40 mph (radar indicated rotation). Hazards include tornado and quarter size hail. Flying debris will be dangerous to those caught without shelter. mobile homes will be damaged or destroyed. damage to roofs, windows, and vehicles will occur. Tree damage is likely.
10/21/2017 9:19 PM CDT The national weather service in norman has issued a * severe thunderstorm warning for. northwestern seminole county in east central oklahoma. southeastern oklahoma county in central oklahoma. southern lincoln county in central oklahoma. Northeastern cleveland county in central oklahoma.
10/15/2017 12:56 AM CDT The severe thunderstorm warning for seminole, central pottawatomie and northwestern hughes counties will expire at 100 am cdt, the storms which prompted the warning have weakened below severe limits, therefore the warning will be allowed to expire. however gusty winds of around 50 mph are still possible with these thunderstorms.
10/15/2017 12:16 AM CDT At 1216 am cdt, severe thunderstorms were located along a line extending from 4 miles south of prague to 4 miles northwest of wanette, moving east at 45 mph (radar indicated). Hazards include 60 mph wind gusts. expect damage to roofs, siding, and trees
8/15/2017 6:01 PM CDT At 601 pm cdt, a severe thunderstorm was located over wewoka, moving northeast at 10 mph (radar indicated). Hazards include 60 mph wind gusts. Expect damage to roofs, siding, and trees. Locations impacted include, wewoka, yeager and lima.
8/15/2017 5:47 PM CDT At 545 pm cdt, a severe thunderstorm was located near wewoka, moving northeast at 10 mph (radar indicated). Hazards include 60 mph wind gusts and penny size hail. Expect damage to roofs, siding, and trees. Locations impacted include, wewoka, bowlegs, cromwell, yeager and lima.
8/15/2017 5:35 PM CDT At 535 pm cdt, a severe thunderstorm was located 5 miles southwest of wewoka, moving northeast at 10 mph (radar indicated). Hazards include 60 mph wind gusts and quarter size hail. Hail damage to vehicles is expected. Expect wind damage to roofs, siding, and trees.
7/23/2017 4:55 PM CDT Tree down from strong wind in seminole county OK, 1.2 miles SE of Seminole, OK
7/23/2017 4:44 PM CDT At 443 pm cdt, severe thunderstorms were located along a line extending from 4 miles northeast of little to near tecumseh, moving southeast at 10 mph (radar indicated). Hazards include 60 mph wind gusts. Expect damage to roofs, siding, and trees. locations impacted include, shawnee, seminole, tecumseh, earlsboro, cromwell, johnson, brooksville, little, bethel acres, centerview and harjo. This includes interstate 40 between mile markers 183 and 213.
7/23/2017 4:22 PM CDT At 421 pm cdt, severe thunderstorms were located along a line extending from 6 miles northeast of little to near tecumseh, moving southeast at 15 mph (radar indicated). Hazards include 60 mph wind gusts. expect damage to roofs, siding, and trees
7/3/2017 11:06 PM CDT At 1106 pm cdt, severe thunderstorms were located along a line extending from 3 miles north of cromwell to 3 miles north of wewoka to near byng to near vanoss, moving southeast at 30 mph (radar indicated). Hazards include 60 mph wind gusts and penny size hail. expect damage to roofs, siding, and trees
7/3/2017 10:51 PM CDT At 1050 pm cdt, severe thunderstorms were located along a line extending from 5 miles southeast of prague to 4 miles west of seminole to near wanette, moving east at 35 mph (radar indicated). Hazards include 60 mph wind gusts and penny size hail. Expect damage to roofs, siding, and trees. locations impacted include, shawnee, seminole, tecumseh, wewoka, stratford, konawa, byng, maud, earlsboro, bowlegs, asher, tribbey, wanette, cromwell, byars, johnson, st. louis, brooksville, macomb and vanoss. This includes interstate 40 between mile markers 189 and 213.
7/3/2017 10:38 PM CDT At 1037 pm cdt, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado was located near seminole, moving east at 30 mph (radar indicated rotation). Hazards include tornado. Flying debris will be dangerous to those caught without shelter. mobile homes will be damaged or destroyed. damage to roofs, windows, and vehicles will occur. tree damage is likely. Locations impacted include, seminole, bowlegs and lima.
7/3/2017 10:30 PM CDT At 1029 pm cdt, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado was located 4 miles south of earlsboro, moving east at 25 mph (radar indicated rotation). Hazards include tornado. Flying debris will be dangerous to those caught without shelter. mobile homes will be damaged or destroyed. damage to roofs, windows, and vehicles will occur. Tree damage is likely.
7/3/2017 10:15 PM CDT At 1015 pm cdt, severe thunderstorms were located along a line extending from 5 miles northeast of dale to 3 miles south of pink to 3 miles south of purcell, moving east at 35 mph (radar indicated). Hazards include 60 mph wind gusts and penny size hail. expect damage to roofs, siding, and trees
7/2/2017 3:29 PM CDT At 328 pm cdt, severe thunderstorms were located near bowlegs and 6 miles south of asher, moving northeast at 35 mph. other strong to severe storms were located along a line from bowlegs to sparks (radar indicated). Hazards include 70 mph wind gusts and ping pong ball size hail. People and animals outdoors will be injured. expect hail damage to roofs, siding, windows, and vehicles. expect considerable tree damage. Wind damage is also likely to mobile homes, roofs, and outbuildings.
7/2/2017 3:00 PM CDT At 259 pm cdt, a severe thunderstorm was located near st. louis, moving north-northeast at 20 mph. this was part of a line of strong to severe storms located from near shawnee to 3 miles southwest of earlsboro to near st. louis to near asher (radar indicated). Hazards include ping pong ball size hail and 60 mph wind gusts. People and animals outdoors will be injured. expect hail damage to roofs, siding, windows, and vehicles. Expect wind damage to roofs, siding, and trees.
5/27/2017 9:09 PM CDT At 908 pm cdt, a severe thunderstorm was located 5 miles southeast of maud, moving east at 25 mph (radar indicated). Hazards include golf ball size hail and 60 mph wind gusts. People and animals outdoors will be injured. expect hail damage to roofs, siding, windows, and vehicles. expect wind damage to roofs, siding, and trees. locations impacted include, wewoka, maud, bowlegs, st. Louis and lima.
5/27/2017 8:43 PM CDT At 843 pm cdt, a severe thunderstorm was located near st. louis, moving east at 25 mph (radar indicated). Hazards include golf ball size hail and 60 mph wind gusts. People and animals outdoors will be injured. expect hail damage to roofs, siding, windows, and vehicles. Expect wind damage to roofs, siding, and trees.
5/19/2017 7:38 PM CDT At 737 pm cdt, severe thunderstorms were located along a line extending from 3 miles west of cromwell to 4 miles north of wewoka to 8 miles southeast of bowlegs to 4 miles west of sasakwa to near byng to 3 miles southeast of vanoss, moving northeast at 35 mph (radar indicated). Hazards include 70 mph wind gusts and quarter size hail. Hail damage to vehicles is expected. expect considerable tree damage. wind damage is also likely to mobile homes, roofs, and outbuildings. locations impacted include, ada, seminole, holdenville, wewoka, konawa, wetumka, byng, allen, roff, bowlegs, dustin, francis, calvin, cromwell, fitzhugh, stuart, lamar, sasakwa, gerty and horntown. This includes interstate 40 between mile markers 204 and 213.
5/19/2017 7:11 PM CDT At 710 pm cdt, severe thunderstorms were located along a line extending from near little to near bowlegs to 8 miles northwest of sasakwa to 3 miles northwest of francis to 3 miles west of ada to 4 miles northwest of roff, moving northeast at 30 mph (radar indicated). Hazards include 70 mph wind gusts and quarter size hail. Hail damage to vehicles is expected. expect considerable tree damage. Wind damage is also likely to mobile homes, roofs, and outbuildings.
5/19/2017 7:00 PM CDT At 700 pm cdt, severe thunderstorms were located along a line extending from near johnson to near earlsboro to 3 miles south of maud to near konawa to 4 miles west of byng to near vanoss, moving east at 20 mph (radar indicated). Hazards include 70 mph wind gusts and half dollar size hail. Hail damage to vehicles is expected. expect considerable tree damage. wind damage is also likely to mobile homes, roofs, and outbuildings. locations impacted include, shawnee, ada, seminole, tecumseh, holdenville, wewoka, prague, wynnewood, stratford, konawa, byng, meeker, maud, allen, roff, earlsboro, bowlegs, asher, francis and cromwell. This includes interstate 40 between mile markers 179 and 213.
5/19/2017 6:47 PM CDT At 647 pm cdt, severe thunderstorms were located along a line extending from near prague to 3 miles east of shawnee to 3 miles north of maud to 3 miles north of konawa to 7 miles west of byng to 6 miles west of ada to 4 miles southeast of vanoss, moving east at 40 mph (radar indicated). Hazards include 70 mph wind gusts and half dollar size hail. Hail damage to vehicles is expected. expect considerable tree damage. wind damage is also likely to mobile homes, roofs, and outbuildings. locations impacted include, shawnee, ada, seminole, tecumseh, holdenville, wewoka, prague, wynnewood, stratford, konawa, byng, meeker, maud, allen, roff, earlsboro, bowlegs, asher, tribbey and wanette. this includes the following highways, interstate 35 between mile markers 56 and 66. Interstate 40 between mile markers 178 and 213.
5/19/2017 6:30 PM CDT At 630 pm cdt, severe thunderstorms were located along a line extending from 4 miles south of prague to 4 miles northwest of brooksville to 4 miles southeast of macomb to 5 miles south of asher to near stratford to 6 miles west of roff, moving northeast at 55 mph (radar indicated). Hazards include 60 mph wind gusts and half dollar size hail. Hail damage to vehicles is expected. expect wind damage to roofs, siding, and trees. locations impacted include, shawnee, ada, seminole, tecumseh, holdenville, sulphur, davis, wewoka, prague, wynnewood, pink, stratford, konawa, byng, meeker, maud, allen, roff, earlsboro and stonewall. this includes the following highways, interstate 35 between mile markers 50 and 66. Interstate 40 between mile markers 175 and 213.
5/19/2017 6:12 PM CDT At 612 pm cdt, severe thunderstorms were located along a line extending from near etowah to 4 miles northeast of rosedale to 6 miles southwest of byars to near wynnewood to 3 miles north of davis, moving northeast at 45 mph (radar indicated). Hazards include golf ball size hail and 60 mph wind gusts. People and animals outdoors will be injured. expect hail damage to roofs, siding, windows, and vehicles. Expect wind damage to roofs, siding, and trees.
5/19/2017 4:19 PM CDT At 419 pm cdt, a severe thunderstorm was located over earlsboro, moving northeast at 55 mph (radar indicated). Hazards include 60 mph wind gusts and quarter size hail. Hail damage to vehicles is expected. Expect wind damage to roofs, siding, and trees.
5/18/2017 9:41 PM CDT At 940 pm cdt, severe thunderstorms were located along a line extending from 5 miles east of seminole to 3 miles east of holdenville to near atwood, moving east at 35 mph (radar indicated). Hazards include 60 mph wind gusts. Expect damage to roofs, siding, and trees. locations impacted include, holdenville, wewoka, wetumka, bowlegs, dustin, calvin, cromwell, lamar, horntown, yeager, atwood, spaulding and lima. This includes interstate 40 between mile markers 207 and 213.
5/18/2017 9:14 PM CDT At 914 pm cdt, severe thunderstorms were located along a line extending from 7 miles east of seminole to near wewoka to 6 miles northwest of sasakwa, moving east at 45 mph (radar indicated). Hazards include 60 mph wind gusts. expect damage to roofs, siding, and trees
5/10/2017 11:02 PM CDT At 1102 pm cdt, severe thunderstorms were located along a line extending from 4 miles southwest of earlsboro to near maud to near st. louis, moving east at 40 mph (radar indicated). Hazards include 60 mph wind gusts and penny size hail. Expect damage to roofs, siding, and trees. locations impacted include, shawnee, seminole, tecumseh, wewoka, maud, earlsboro, bowlegs, asher, cromwell, st. louis, little, lima and harjo. This includes interstate 40 between mile markers 200 and 208.
5/10/2017 10:54 PM CDT At 1053 pm cdt, severe thunderstorms were located along a line extending from 3 miles northwest of tecumseh to near brooksville to 4 miles northwest of st. louis to 4 miles north of asher, moving east at 40 mph (radar indicated). Hazards include 60 mph wind gusts and quarter size hail. Hail damage to vehicles is expected. expect wind damage to roofs, siding, and trees. locations impacted include, shawnee, seminole, tecumseh, wewoka, maud, earlsboro, bowlegs, asher, cromwell, johnson, st. louis, brooksville, macomb, little, bethel acres, lima, centerview, harjo and trousdale. This includes interstate 40 between mile markers 183 and 208.
5/10/2017 10:45 PM CDT At 1045 pm cdt, severe thunderstorms were located along a line extending from 3 miles east of pink to near brooksville to 3 miles southeast of macomb to 4 miles north of wanette, moving east at 40 mph (radar indicated). Hazards include 60 mph wind gusts and quarter size hail. Hail damage to vehicles is expected. Expect wind damage to roofs, siding, and trees.
4/25/2017 11:29 PM CDT At 1129 pm cdt, a severe thunderstorm was located 6 miles north of wewoka, moving east at 45 mph (radar indicated). Hazards include half dollar size hail. Damage to vehicles is expected. locations impacted include, wewoka, cromwell and lima. This includes interstate 40 between mile markers 204 and 213.
4/25/2017 11:11 PM CDT At 1110 pm cdt, a severe thunderstorm was located near earlsboro, moving east at 40 mph (radar indicated). Hazards include 60 mph wind gusts and half dollar size hail. Hail damage to vehicles is expected. Expect wind damage to roofs, siding, and trees.
4/25/2017 10:22 PM CDT At 1022 pm cdt, a severe thunderstorm was located 5 miles south of cromwell, moving northeast at 35 mph. another severe storm was located northwest of sasakwa (radar indicated). Hazards include 60 mph wind gusts and quarter size hail. Hail damage to vehicles is expected. expect wind damage to roofs, siding, and trees. Locations impacted include, wewoka, cromwell and lima.
4/25/2017 9:56 PM CDT At 954 pm cdt, a severe thunderstorm was located near bowlegs, moving northeast at 30 mph (radar indicated). Hazards include 60 mph wind gusts and half dollar size hail. Hail damage to vehicles is expected. expect wind damage to roofs, siding, and trees. Locations impacted include, seminole, wewoka, maud, bowlegs, cromwell and lima.
4/25/2017 9:44 PM CDT At 944 pm cdt, a severe thunderstorm was located near maud, moving northeast at 40 mph (radar indicated). Hazards include 60 mph wind gusts and half dollar size hail. Hail damage to vehicles is expected. Expect wind damage to roofs, siding, and trees.
4/21/2017 10:24 AM CDT At 1023 am cdt, severe thunderstorms were located along a line extending from near stroud to near earlsboro to near wanette, moving east at 45 mph (radar indicated). Hazards include 60 mph wind gusts. Expect damage to roofs, siding, and trees. this line of storms has a history of wind damage as it moved across the oklahoma city metro area. Locations impacted include, ada, seminole, tecumseh, wewoka, stroud, prague, stratford, konawa, byng, maud, davenport, earlsboro, paoli, bowlegs, asher, tribbey, wanette, francis, cromwell and byars.
4/21/2017 10:15 AM CDT At 1012 am cdt, severe thunderstorms were located along a line extending from near chandler to near shawnee to near lindsay, moving east at 55 mph (radar indicated. several locations received wind gusts of around 60 mph with this line of storms as it passed through the oklahoma city metro area). Hazards include 60 mph wind gusts. Expect damage to roofs, siding, and trees. Locations impacted include, southeastern norman, shawnee, ada, seminole, tecumseh, pauls valley, purcell, chandler, noble, slaughterville, mcloud, wewoka, lindsay, stroud, prague, lexington, pink, stratford, konawa and maysville.
4/21/2017 9:59 AM CDT At 958 am cdt, severe thunderstorms were located along a line extending from near carney to near oklahoma city to near rush springs, moving east at 40 mph (radar indicated. several wind gusts to around 60 mph have been reported across the oklahoma city area). Hazards include 60 mph wind gusts. Expect damage to roofs, siding, and trees. Locations impacted include, southeastern norman, shawnee, ada, seminole, tecumseh, pauls valley, purcell, chandler, noble, slaughterville, mcloud, wewoka, lindsay, stroud, prague, lexington, pink, stratford, konawa and maysville.
4/21/2017 9:42 AM CDT At 941 am cdt, severe thunderstorms were located along a line extending from 7 miles northwest of carney to near oklahoma city to 7 miles east of rush springs, moving east at 45 mph (radar indicated). Hazards include 60 mph wind gusts and penny size hail. expect damage to roofs, siding, and trees
4/4/2017 3:52 PM CDT At 351 pm cdt, a severe thunderstorm was located near little, moving northeast at 45 mph (radar indicated). Hazards include ping pong ball size hail and 60 mph wind gusts. People and animals outdoors will be injured. expect hail damage to roofs, siding, windows, and vehicles. expect wind damage to roofs, siding, and trees. locations impacted include, seminole, cromwell, little and centerview. This includes interstate 40 between mile markers 199 and 213.
4/4/2017 3:40 PM CDT At 340 pm cdt, a severe thunderstorm was located 4 miles southwest of seminole, moving northeast at 45 mph (radar indicated). Hazards include 60 mph wind gusts and half dollar size hail. Hail damage to vehicles is expected. Expect wind damage to roofs, siding, and trees.
3/26/2017 8:37 PM CDT At 836 pm cdt, a severe thunderstorm was located near bowlegs, moving northeast at 40 mph (radar indicated). Hazards include 60 mph wind gusts and quarter size hail. Hail damage to vehicles is expected. expect wind damage to roofs, siding, and trees. Locations impacted include, seminole, maud, bowlegs and lima.
3/26/2017 8:24 PM CDT At 822 pm cdt, a severe thunderstorm was located near wewoka, moving northeast at 50 mph. severe storms also stretched from konawa to just south of st. louis (radar indicated). Hazards include 60 mph wind gusts and half dollar size hail. Hail damage to vehicles is expected. expect wind damage to roofs, siding, and trees. locations impacted include, seminole, wewoka, konawa, maud, bowlegs, st. Louis and lima.
3/26/2017 8:00 PM CDT At 800 pm cdt, a severe thunderstorm was located near konawa, moving northeast at 35 mph (radar indicated). Hazards include ping pong ball size hail and 60 mph wind gusts. People and animals outdoors will be injured. expect hail damage to roofs, siding, windows, and vehicles. Expect wind damage to roofs, siding, and trees.
3/26/2017 6:55 PM CDT At 654 pm cdt, a severe thunderstorm was located 5 miles south of bowlegs, moving east-northeast at 35 mph. another strong to severe storm was located just south of konawa (radar indicated). Hazards include 60 mph wind gusts and half dollar size hail. Hail damage to vehicles is expected. Expect wind damage to roofs, siding, and trees.
3/26/2017 6:30 PM CDT At 630 pm cdt, a severe thunderstorm was located near seminole, moving northeast at 45 mph (radar indicated). Hazards include 60 mph wind gusts and quarter size hail. Hail damage to vehicles is expected. Expect wind damage to roofs, siding, and trees.
3/6/2017 10:38 PM CST At 1037 pm cst, severe thunderstorms were located along a line extending from 7 miles south of paden to 3 miles southwest of little to near macomb, moving east-northeast at 45 mph (radar indicated). Hazards include 70 mph wind gusts and half dollar size hail. Hail damage to vehicles is expected. expect considerable tree damage. wind damage is also likely to mobile homes, roofs, and outbuildings. locations impacted include, shawnee, seminole, tecumseh, wewoka, maud, earlsboro, bowlegs, tribbey, cromwell, johnson, brooksville, macomb, little, lima, centerview and harjo. This includes interstate 40 between mile markers 191 and 213.
3/6/2017 10:20 PM CST At 1019 pm cst, severe thunderstorms were located along a line extending from 3 miles southeast of johnson to 4 miles east of slaughterville, moving east at 60 mph (radar indicated). Hazards include 60 mph wind gusts and quarter size hail. Hail damage to vehicles is expected. Expect wind damage to roofs, siding, and trees.
10/5/2016 1:07 AM CDT At 107 am cdt, severe thunderstorms were located along a line extending from 6 miles northeast of wewoka to 3 miles southwest of wetumka, moving east at 25 mph (radar indicated). Hazards include 60 mph wind gusts and quarter size hail. Hail damage to vehicles is expected. expect wind damage to roofs, siding, and trees. Locations impacted include, wetumka and yeager.
10/5/2016 12:38 AM CDT At 1238 am cdt, a severe thunderstorm was located near seminole, moving northeast at 30 mph (radar indicated). Hazards include 60 mph wind gusts and quarter size hail. Hail damage to vehicles is expected. expect wind damage to roofs, siding, and trees. locations impacted include, seminole and cromwell. This includes interstate 40 between mile markers 209 and 213.
10/5/2016 12:31 AM CDT At 1231 am cdt, a severe thunderstorm was located 4 miles west of seminole, moving east at 35 mph (radar indicated). Hazards include 60 mph wind gusts and quarter size hail. Hail damage to vehicles is expected. expect wind damage to roofs, siding, and trees. locations impacted include, seminole, earlsboro, cromwell, little and harjo. This includes interstate 40 between mile markers 204 and 213.
10/5/2016 12:28 AM CDT At 1227 am cdt, a severe thunderstorm was located near bowlegs, moving east at 30 mph (radar indicated). Hazards include 60 mph wind gusts and half dollar size hail. Hail damage to vehicles is expected. Expect wind damage to roofs, siding, and trees.
10/5/2016 12:12 AM CDT At 1211 am cdt, a severe thunderstorm was located near brooksville, moving northeast at 30 mph (radar indicated). Hazards include 60 mph wind gusts and half dollar size hail. Hail damage to vehicles is expected. Expect wind damage to roofs, siding, and trees.
10/4/2016 11:43 PM CDT At 1143 pm cdt, a severe thunderstorm was located 4 miles north of wanette, moving east at 25 mph (radar indicated). Hazards include 60 mph wind gusts and quarter size hail. Hail damage to vehicles is expected. Expect wind damage to roofs, siding, and trees.
9/9/2016 11:15 PM CDT At 1113 pm cdt, severe thunderstorms were located along a line extending from 3 miles northeast of shawnee to near goldsby to near verden, moving southeast at 40 mph (radar indicated). Hazards include 60 mph wind gusts. Expect damage to roofs. siding. And trees.
9/9/2016 10:42 PM CDT At 1042 pm cdt, the leading edge of winds from a line of severe thunderstorms was located along a line extending from near avery to near oklahoma city, moving southeast at 45 mph (radar indicated). Hazards include 60 mph wind gusts and penny size hail. Expect damage to roofs. siding. And trees.
7/14/2016 1:30 AM CDT At 130 am cdt, severe thunderstorms were located along a line extending from near stroud to 5 miles south of warwick, moving southeast at 25 mph (radar indicated). Hazards include 60 mph wind gusts and nickel size hail. Expect damage to roofs. siding. And trees.
7/8/2016 8:08 PM CDT The severe thunderstorm warning for seminole, northern pontotoc, southeastern pottawatomie and hughes counties will expire at 815 pm cdt, the storms which prompted the warning have weakened below severe limits, and no longer pose an immediate threat to life or property. therefore the warning will be allowed to expire. however gusty winds and heavy rain are still possible with these thunderstorms.
7/8/2016 7:43 PM CDT At 742 pm cdt, the leading edge of winds from a line of severe thunderstorms was located along a line extending from 3 miles north of cromwell to 7 miles southwest of wewoka to 6 miles northeast of stratford, moving east at 45 mph. damaging winds have been reported in pottawatomie county with these storms. in addition, quarter size hail is possible with a severe storm near asher moving east at 20 mph (radar indicated). Hazards include 60 mph wind gusts and quarter size hail. Hail damage to vehicles is expected. Expect wind damage to roofs, siding, and trees.
7/8/2016 7:19 PM CDT At 719 pm cdt, severe thunderstorms were located along a line extending from 3 miles south of johnson to near earlsboro to near st. louis, moving east at 40 mph (radar indicated). Hazards include 60 mph wind gusts. Expect damage to roofs. siding. And trees.
7/3/2016 9:44 PM CDT At 944 pm cdt, severe thunderstorms were located along a line extending from 5 miles northeast of wewoka to 4 miles southwest of holdenville to 3 miles southwest of sasakwa, moving east at 30 mph (radar indicated). Hazards include 60 mph wind gusts and penny size hail. Expect damage to roofs. siding. and trees. Locations impacted include, holdenville, wewoka, wetumka, byng, allen, dustin, francis, calvin, lamar, sasakwa, gerty, horntown, yeager, atwood and spaulding.
7/3/2016 9:23 PM CDT At 923 pm cdt, severe thunderstorms were located along a line extending from 5 miles east of seminole to 7 miles southeast of bowlegs to near konawa, moving east at 25 mph (radar indicated). Hazards include 60 mph wind gusts and penny size hail. Expect damage to roofs. siding. And trees.
7/3/2016 8:56 PM CDT The severe thunderstorm warning for west central seminole and west central pottawatomie counties will expire at 900 pm cdt, the storm which prompted the warning has weakened below severe limits, and no longer pose an immediate threat to life or property. therefore the warning will be allowed to expire. however heavy rain is still possible with this thunderstorm.
7/3/2016 8:32 PM CDT At 832 pm cdt, a severe thunderstorm was located near tecumseh, moving east at 35 mph (radar indicated). Hazards include 60 mph wind gusts and quarter size hail. Hail damage to vehicles is expected. expect wind damage to roofs, siding, and trees. Locations impacted include, seminole, tecumseh, pink, earlsboro and brooksville.
7/3/2016 8:21 PM CDT At 821 pm cdt, a severe thunderstorm was located 5 miles south of dale, moving east at 35 mph (radar indicated). Hazards include 60 mph wind gusts and quarter size hail. Hail damage to vehicles is expected. Expect wind damage to roofs, siding, and trees.
7/3/2016 8:11 PM CDT The severe thunderstorm warning for northwestern seminole, northwestern pottawatomie and northeastern cleveland counties will expire at 815 pm cdt, the storms which prompted the warning have weakened below severe limits, and no longer pose an immediate threat to life or property. therefore the warning will be allowed to expire. however gusty winds and heavy rain are still possible with these thunderstorms.
7/3/2016 7:30 PM CDT At 730 pm cdt, severe thunderstorms were located along a line extending from 3 miles northeast of pink to near etowah, moving east at 15 mph (radar indicated). Hazards include 60 mph wind gusts and quarter size hail. Hail damage to vehicles is expected. Expect wind damage to roofs, siding, and trees.
5/12/2016 1:19 AM CDT At 119 am cdt, severe thunderstorms were located along a line extending from 5 miles west of weleetka to 5 miles south of cromwell to 3 miles southwest of holdenville to 3 miles southwest of konawa, moving east at 35 mph (radar indicated). Hazards include 60 mph wind gusts and quarter size hail. Hail damage to vehicles is expected. expect wind damage to roofs, siding, and trees. locations impacted include, seminole, holdenville, wewoka, konawa, wetumka, byng, maud, bowlegs, asher, wanette, calvin, cromwell, byars, st. louis, sasakwa, horntown, yeager, atwood, rosedale and little. This includes interstate 40 between mile markers 201 and 213.
5/12/2016 12:56 AM CDT At 1256 am cdt, severe thunderstorms were located along a line extending from near cromwell to near seminole to 6 miles south of bowlegs to near wanette, moving east at 35 mph (radar indicated). Hazards include 60 mph wind gusts and half dollar size hail. Hail damage to vehicles is expected. Expect wind damage to roofs, siding, and trees.
5/12/2016 12:43 AM CDT At 1243 am cdt, severe thunderstorms were located along a line extending from 3 miles north of little to near bowlegs to 4 miles south of st. louis, moving east at 40 mph (radar indicated). Hazards include 70 mph wind gusts and half dollar size hail. Hail damage to vehicles is expected. expect considerable tree damage. wind damage is also likely to mobile homes, roofs, and outbuildings. locations impacted include, shawnee, seminole, tecumseh, wewoka, konawa, maud, earlsboro, bowlegs, asher, wanette, st. louis, brooksville, macomb, little, bethel acres, lima and harjo. This includes interstate 40 between mile markers 199 and 212.
5/12/2016 12:21 AM CDT At 1221 am cdt, severe thunderstorms were located along a line extending from near shawnee to 4 miles west of st. louis to 3 miles southwest of wanette, moving northeast at 45 mph (radar indicated). Hazards include 60 mph wind gusts and half dollar size hail. Hail damage to vehicles is expected. expect wind damage to roofs, siding, and trees. locations impacted include, shawnee, seminole, tecumseh, wewoka, konawa, byng, maud, earlsboro, bowlegs, asher, tribbey, wanette, st. louis, brooksville, macomb, little, bethel acres, lima, trousdale and harjo. This includes interstate 40 between mile markers 199 and 212.
5/12/2016 12:12 AM CDT At 1212 am cdt, severe thunderstorms were located along a line extending from 3 miles southwest of shawnee to near byars, moving east at 40 mph (radar indicated). Hazards include 60 mph wind gusts and half dollar size hail. Hail damage to vehicles is expected. Expect wind damage to roofs, siding, and trees.
4/29/2016 6:25 PM CDT Tennis Ball sized hail reported 7.3 miles SSE of Seminole, OK
4/29/2016 6:19 PM CDT At 619 pm cdt, a severe thunderstorm was located 4 miles east of little, moving east at 35 mph (radar indicated). Hazards include golf ball size hail and 70 mph wind gusts. People and animals outdoors will be injured. expect hail damage to roofs, siding, windows, and vehicles. expect considerable tree damage. wind damage is also likely to mobile homes, roofs, and outbuildings. locations impacted include, seminole, prague, cromwell, little and centerview. This includes interstate 40 between mile markers 196 and 213.
4/29/2016 6:18 PM CDT Hen Egg sized hail reported 11.4 miles SSE of Seminole, OK
4/29/2016 6:02 PM CDT At 601 pm cdt, a severe thunderstorm was located 4 miles northwest of little, moving east at 70 mph (trained weather spotters have reported damaging winds and hail up to the size of golf balls with this storm). Hazards include golf ball size hail and 70 mph wind gusts. People and animals outdoors will be injured. expect hail damage to roofs, siding, windows, and vehicles. expect considerable tree damage. wind damage is also likely to mobile homes, roofs, and outbuildings. locations impacted include, shawnee, seminole, tecumseh, stroud, prague, meeker, earlsboro, cromwell, johnson, sparks, little, centerview and aydelotte. this includes the following highways, interstate 40 between mile markers 183 and 213. Interstate 44 between mile markers 181 and 182.
4/29/2016 5:49 PM CDT At 549 pm cdt, a severe thunderstorm was located 4 miles south of dale, moving northeast at 35 mph (radar indicated). Hazards include golf ball size hail and 70 mph wind gusts. People and animals outdoors will be injured. expect hail damage to roofs, siding, windows, and vehicles. expect considerable tree damage. Wind damage is also likely to mobile homes, roofs, and outbuildings.
4/29/2016 2:21 AM CDT At 221 am cdt, severe thunderstorms were located along a line extending from 5 miles northeast of stratford to 5 miles southeast of francis, moving north at 35 mph (radar indicated). Hazards include ping pong ball size hail. People and animals outdoors will be injured. Expect damage to roofs, siding, windows, and vehicles.
4/26/2016 10:10 PM CDT At 1010 pm cdt, severe thunderstorms were located along a line extending from near earlsboro to 4 miles southwest of horntown, moving northeast at 60 mph (radar indicated). Hazards include 60 mph wind gusts and nickel size hail. Expect damage to roofs. siding. And trees.
4/26/2016 9:28 PM CDT At 928 pm cdt, severe thunderstorms were located along a line extending from near glencoe to near davenport to near brooksville to near rosedale, moving northeast at 60 mph (radar indicated). Hazards include 60 mph wind gusts and nickel size hail. Expect damage to roofs. siding. And trees.
4/26/2016 9:19 PM CDT At 918 pm cdt, severe thunderstorms were located along a line extending from 6 miles east of stillwater to 4 miles northwest of chandler to 3 miles northwest of shawnee to 6 miles northeast of rosedale, moving northeast at 30 mph (radar indicated). Hazards include 60 mph wind gusts and quarter size hail. Hail damage to vehicles is expected. expect wind damage to roofs, siding, and trees. locations impacted include, eastern norman, midwest city, stillwater, shawnee, cushing, seminole, tecumseh, purcell, chandler, choctaw, harrah, slaughterville, mcloud, wewoka, perkins, jones, stroud, prague, lexington and pink. this includes the following highways, interstate 35 between mile markers 86 and 90, and between mile markers 165 and 178. interstate 40 between mile markers 164 and 212. interstate 44 between mile markers 143 and 182. Interstate 240 near mile marker 16.
4/26/2016 8:41 PM CDT At 841 pm cdt, severe thunderstorms were located along a line extending from near mulhall to near edmond to near norman to 4 miles west of wayne, moving east at 45 mph (radar indicated). Hazards include 70 mph wind gusts. Expect considerable tree damage. Damage is likely to mobile homes, roofs, and outbuildings.
4/11/2016 12:55 AM CDT Storm damage reported in seminole county OK, 3.3 miles N of Seminole, OK
4/11/2016 12:46 AM CDT At 1246 am cdt, severe thunderstorms were located along a line extending from near bowlegs to near lake of the arbuckles to 3 miles south of wilson, moving east at 50 mph (radar indicated). Hazards include 70 mph wind gusts and half dollar size hail. Hail damage to vehicles is expected. expect considerable tree damage. Wind damage is also likely to mobile homes, roofs, and outbuildings.
3/30/2016 1:14 PM CDT At 113 pm cdt, a severe thunderstorm was located 4 miles north of wewoka, moving northeast at 35 mph (radar indicated). Hazards include 60 mph wind gusts and half dollar size hail. Hail damage to vehicles is expected. Expect wind damage to roofs, siding, and trees.
3/30/2016 12:54 PM CDT At 1254 pm cdt, a severe thunderstorm was located 5 miles west of cromwell, moving northeast at 40 mph (radar indicated). Hazards include 60 mph wind gusts and quarter size hail. Hail damage to vehicles is expected. Expect wind damage to roofs, siding, and trees.
12/26/2015 2:10 PM CST At 210 pm cst, a confirmed tornado was located over st. louis, moving northeast at 55 mph (public confirmed tornado). Hazards include damaging tornado. Flying debris will be dangerous to those caught without shelter. mobile homes will be damaged or destroyed. damage to roofs, windows, and vehicles will occur. Tree damage is likely.
11/5/2015 1:54 PM CST At 153 pm cst, a severe thunderstorm was located near seminole, moving northeast at 45 mph (radar indicated). Hazards include 60 mph wind gusts and quarter size hail. Hail damage to vehicles is expected. expect wind damage to roofs, siding and trees. Locations impacted include, seminole, cromwell and little.
11/5/2015 1:44 PM CST At 144 pm cst, a severe thunderstorm was located near maud, moving northeast at 45 mph (radar indicated). Hazards include 70 mph wind gusts and quarter size hail. Hail damage to vehicles is expected. expect considerable tree damage. wind damage is also likely to mobile homes, roofs and outbuildings. Locations impacted include, seminole, maud, earlsboro, bowlegs, cromwell, little, lima and harjo.
11/5/2015 1:35 PM CST At 134 pm cst, a severe thunderstorm was located 4 miles west of maud, moving northeast at 50 mph (radar indicated). Hazards include 60 mph wind gusts and quarter size hail. Hail damage to vehicles is expected. Expect wind damage to roofs, siding and trees.
5/25/2015 4:39 PM CDT At 438 pm cdt, severe thunderstorms were located along a line extending from 3 miles south of dale to 4 miles southwest of lamar, moving northeast at 40 mph (radar indicated). Hazards include 60 mph wind gusts. Expect damage to roofs. siding and trees. Locations impacted include, norman, shawnee, seminole, tecumseh, holdenville, noble, slaughterville, wewoka, pink, konawa, wetumka, byng, maud, allen, earlsboro, bowlegs, dustin, asher, tribbey and wanette.
5/25/2015 4:09 PM CDT At 409 pm cdt, severe thunderstorms were located along a line extending from 3 miles northeast of slaughterville to 5 miles southwest of ashland, moving northeast at 40 mph (radar indicated). Hazards include 60 mph wind gusts and nickel size hail. Expect damage to roofs. Siding and trees.
5/19/2015 9:27 PM CDT At 927 pm cdt, severe thunderstorms were located along a line extending from near maud to 4 miles east of st. louis to 3 miles northwest of konawa, moving east at 25 mph (radar indicated). Hazards include 60 mph wind gusts and quarter size hail. Hail damage to vehicles is expected. expect wind damage to roofs, siding and trees. locations impacted include, seminole, wewoka, konawa, maud, bowlegs, st. Louis, lima and harjo.
5/19/2015 9:07 PM CDT At 906 pm cdt, severe thunderstorms were located along a line extending from 4 miles southeast of macomb to 4 miles west of st. louis to near asher, moving east at 20 mph (radar indicated). Hazards include 70 mph wind gusts and quarter size hail. Hail damage to vehicles is expected. expect considerable tree damage. Wind damage is also likely to mobile homes, roofs and outbuildings.
5/16/2015 10:22 PM CDT At 1022 pm cdt, severe thunderstorms were located along a line extending from 5 miles northwest of paden to near byars, moving east at 25 mph (radar indicated). Hazards include 60 mph wind gusts and quarter size hail. Hail damage to vehicles is expected. expect wind damage to roofs, siding and trees. locations impacted include, shawnee, seminole, tecumseh, holdenville, wewoka, stroud, prague, lexington, pink, konawa, wetumka, meeker, maud, davenport, wayne, earlsboro, bowlegs, asher, tribbey and wanette. 1. 00in.
5/16/2015 10:01 PM CDT At 1001 pm cdt, severe thunderstorms were located along a line extending from 5 miles south of stroud to 3 miles northeast of paoli, moving east at 30 mph (radar indicated). Hazards include 60 mph wind gusts and half dollar size hail. Hail damage to vehicles is expected. Expect wind damage to roofs, siding and trees.
5/16/2015 9:55 PM CDT The tornado warning for northeastern seminole county will expire at 1000 pm cdt, the storm which prompted the warning has weakened below severe limits and exited the warned area. therefore the warning will be allowed to expire.
5/16/2015 9:43 PM CDT At 943 pm cdt, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado was located 7 miles northeast of seminole, moving northeast at 35 mph (radar indicated rotation). Hazards include tornado and half dollar size hail. Flying debris will be dangerous to those caught without shelter. mobile homes will be damaged or destroyed. damage to roofs, windows and vehicles will occur. tree damage is likely. locations impacted include, cromwell. Radar indicated.
5/16/2015 9:38 PM CDT At 937 pm cdt, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado was located 4 miles northeast of seminole, moving north at 25 mph. another area of location was located north of lima (radar indicated rotation). Hazards include tornado and half dollar size hail. Flying debris will be dangerous to those caught without shelter. mobile homes will be damaged or destroyed. damage to roofs, windows and vehicles will occur. tree damage is likely. locations impacted include, seminole, cromwell and lima. Radar indicated.
5/16/2015 9:30 PM CDT At 930 pm cdt, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado was located near bowlegs, moving north at 20 mph (radar indicated rotation). Hazards include tornado and half dollar size hail. Flying debris will be dangerous to those caught without shelter. mobile homes will be damaged or destroyed. damage to roofs, windows and vehicles will occur. Tree damage is likely.
5/16/2015 9:23 PM CDT At 922 pm cdt, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado was located near bowlegs, moving northeast at 40 mph (radar indicated rotation). Hazards include tornado and half dollar size hail. Flying debris will be dangerous to those caught without shelter. mobile homes will be damaged or destroyed. damage to roofs, windows and vehicles will occur. tree damage is likely. locations impacted include, seminole, bowlegs and lima. Radar indicated.
5/16/2015 9:11 PM CDT At 911 pm cdt, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado was located 5 miles northeast of konawa, moving northeast at 40 mph (radar indicated rotation). Hazards include tornado and half dollar size hail. Flying debris will be dangerous to those caught without shelter. mobile homes will be damaged or destroyed. damage to roofs, windows and vehicles will occur. tree damage is likely. locations impacted include, seminole, wewoka, konawa, bowlegs and lima. Radar indicated.
5/16/2015 9:04 PM CDT At 903 pm cdt, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado was located over konawa, moving northeast at 40 mph (radar indicated rotation). Hazards include tornado and half dollar size hail. Flying debris will be dangerous to those caught without shelter. mobile homes will be damaged or destroyed. damage to roofs, windows and vehicles will occur. Tree damage is likely.
5/8/2015 8:56 PM CDT At 855 pm cdt, severe thunderstorms were located along a line extending from near cromwell to 4 miles east of sasakwa to near stonewall, moving east at 40 mph (radar indicated). Hazards include 70 mph wind gusts and ping pong ball size hail. People and animals outdoors will be injured. expect hail damage to roofs, siding, windows and vehicles. expect considerable tree damage. Wind damage is also likely to mobile homes, roofs and outbuildings.
5/8/2015 8:39 PM CDT At 838 pm cdt, a severe thunderstorm was located 4 miles east of seminole, moving northeast at 25 mph. strong to severe thunderstorms extend north from this storm to near centerview (radar indicated). Hazards include golf ball size hail and 70 mph wind gusts. People and animals outdoors will be injured. expect hail damage to roofs, siding, windows and vehicles. expect considerable tree damage. wind damage is also likely to mobile homes, roofs and outbuildings. locations impacted include, seminole, bowlegs, cromwell, little, lima and centerview. Possible.
5/8/2015 8:22 PM CDT At 822 pm cdt, severe thunderstorms were located along a line extending from near little to near bowlegs, moving northeast at 20 mph (radar indicated). Hazards include 60 mph wind gusts and quarter size hail. Hail damage to vehicles is expected. Expect wind damage to roofs, siding and trees.
5/8/2015 6:59 PM CDT The national weather service in norman has issued a * tornado warning for. northern seminole county in east central oklahoma. southeastern lincoln county in central oklahoma. northeastern pottawatomie county in central oklahoma. Until 730 pm cdt.
5/8/2015 6:53 PM CDT At 653 pm cdt, a severe thunderstorm was located 4 miles east of shawnee, moving east at 25 mph (radar indicated). Hazards include tennis ball size hail and 70 mph wind gusts. People and animals outdoors will be injured. expect hail damage to roofs, siding, windows and vehicles. expect considerable tree damage. Wind damage is also likely to mobile homes, roofs and outbuildings.
5/7/2015 12:13 AM CDT At 1212 am cdt, a severe thunderstorm was located 5 miles west of seminole, moving east at 15 mph. another severe storm is located 4 miles east of seminole (radar indicated). Hazards include golf ball size hail and 60 mph wind gusts. People and animals outdoors will be injured. expect hail damage to roofs, siding, windows and vehicles. expect wind damage to roofs, siding and trees. locations impacted include, seminole, wewoka, wetumka, maud, bowlegs, cromwell, horntown, yeager and lima. 1. 75in.
5/6/2015 11:57 PM CDT At 1156 pm cdt, a severe thunderstorm was located 4 miles east of seminole, moving east at 15 mph. another strong storm was located near the county line west of seminole that may also become severe (radar indicated). Hazards include golf ball size hail and 60 mph wind gusts. People and animals outdoors will be injured. expect hail damage to roofs, siding, windows and vehicles. Expect wind damage to roofs, siding and trees.
5/6/2015 11:42 PM CDT The tornado warning for central seminole county will expire at 1145 pm cdt, the storm which prompted the warning no longer appears capable of producing a tornado, therefore the warning will be allowed to expire. however a severe thunderstorm warning remains in effect and hail to the size of golf balls and winds of 60 mph are still possible with this storm.
5/6/2015 11:20 PM CDT At 1120 pm cdt, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado was located 3 miles southwest of seminole, moving east at 15 mph (radar indicated rotation). Hazards include tornado and tennis ball size hail. Flying debris will be dangerous to those caught without shelter. mobile homes will be damaged or destroyed. damage to roofs, windows and vehicles will occur. Tree damage is likely.
5/6/2015 11:14 PM CDT At 1114 pm cdt, severe thunderstorms were located along a line extending from near little to near bowlegs, moving east at 20 mph (radar indicated). Hazards include tennis ball size hail and 60 mph wind gusts. People and animals outdoors will be injured. expect hail damage to roofs, siding, windows and vehicles. Expect wind damage to roofs, siding and trees.
5/6/2015 10:37 PM CDT At 1037 pm cdt, severe thunderstorms were located along a line extending from 4 miles west of johnson to 4 miles east of brooksville, moving east at 20 mph (radar indicated). Hazards include golf ball size hail and 60 mph wind gusts. People and animals outdoors will be injured. expect hail damage to roofs, siding, windows and vehicles. Expect wind damage to roofs, siding and trees.
5/6/2015 3:41 AM CDT At 340 am cdt, a severe thunderstorm was located near wewoka, moving northeast at 35 mph (radar indicated). Hazards include 60 to 65 mph wind gusts and penny size hail. Expect damage to roofs. Siding and trees.
5/6/2015 2:56 AM CDT At 255 am cdt, a severe thunderstorm was located 6 miles southwest of bowlegs, moving northeast at 25 to 30 mph (radar indicated). Hazards include 60 to 65 mph wind gusts and penny size hail. Expect damage to roofs. siding and trees. locations impacted include, seminole, maud, bowlegs and little. 0. 75in.
5/6/2015 2:42 AM CDT At 241 am cdt, a severe thunderstorm was located 5 miles south of maud, moving north at 45 mph (radar indicated). Hazards include 60 to 65 mph wind gusts and dime size hail. Hail damage to vehicles is expected. Expect wind damage to roofs, siding and trees.
4/1/2015 2:00 AM CDT A severe thunderstorm warning remains in effect until 215 am cdt for eastern seminole. hughes. northeastern pontotoc. northeastern atoka and coal counties. at 158 am cdt. severe thunderstorms were located along a line extending from 6 miles northwest of yeager to 3 miles east of calvin to 4 miles northwest of wardville to near atoka. Moving northeast.
4/1/2015 1:23 AM CDT The national weather service in norman has issued a * severe thunderstorm warning for. northeastern johnston county in southeastern oklahoma. seminole county in east central oklahoma. hughes county in southeastern oklahoma. Eastern pontotoc county in east central oklahoma.
4/1/2015 1:12 AM CDT A severe thunderstorm warning remains in effect until 130 am cdt for northern seminole and northeastern pottawatomie counties. at 110 am cdt. a severe thunderstorm was located 5 miles northeast of seminole. moving southeast at 40 mph. hazard. 60 mph wind gusts and penny size hail. source. Radar indicated.
4/1/2015 12:50 AM CDT The national weather service in norman has issued a * severe thunderstorm warning for. northern seminole county in east central oklahoma. southern lincoln county in central oklahoma. northeastern pottawatomie county in central oklahoma. Until 130 am cdt.
3/31/2015 10:41 PM CDT The national weather service in norman has issued a * severe thunderstorm warning for. central seminole county in east central oklahoma. until 1115 pm cdt * at 1040 pm cdt. a severe thunderstorm was located over bowlegs. And is nearly stationary.
3/31/2015 10:26 PM CDT A severe thunderstorm warning remains in effect until 1100 pm cdt for northwestern seminole. southern lincoln and northern pottawatomie counties. at 1026 pm cdt. a severe thunderstorm was located near shawnee. moving east at 20 mph. hazard. Golf ball to tennis ball size hail and 60 mph wind gusts.
3/31/2015 10:16 PM CDT The national weather service in norman has issued a * severe thunderstorm warning for. central seminole county in east central oklahoma. until 1045 pm cdt * at 1015 pm cdt. a severe thunderstorm was located near bowlegs. the storm was nearly stationary. Or drifting to the west.
3/31/2015 10:13 PM CDT The national weather service in norman has issued a * severe thunderstorm warning for. northwestern seminole county in east central oklahoma. southern lincoln county in central oklahoma. northern pottawatomie county in central oklahoma. Until 1100 pm cdt.
3/31/2015 9:43 PM CDT The national weather service in norman has issued a * severe thunderstorm warning for. east central seminole county in east central oklahoma. northwestern hughes county in southeastern oklahoma. until 1030 pm cdt * at 942 pm cdt. A severe thunderstorm was located 5 miles south of.
3/31/2015 8:10 PM CST Golf Ball sized hail reported 3.2 miles NE of Seminole, OK
3/31/2015 9:04 PM CDT A severe thunderstorm warning remains in effect until 945 pm cdt for central seminole and west central hughes counties. at 904 pm cdt. a severe thunderstorm was located near bowlegs. moving southeast at 10 mph. this is a very dangerous storm. hazard. Baseball to grapefruit size hail and 70 mph wind gusts.
3/31/2015 8:57 PM CDT The national weather service in norman has issued a * severe thunderstorm warning for. central seminole county in east central oklahoma. west central hughes county in southeastern oklahoma. until 945 pm cdt * at 856 pm cdt. A severe thunderstorm was located over bowlegs.
3/31/2015 8:52 PM CDT A severe thunderstorm warning remains in effect until 900 pm cdt for central seminole county. at 851 pm cdt. a severe thunderstorm was located near bowlegs. moving southeast at 10 mph. this is a very dangerous storm. hazard. Golfball to baseball size hail and 60 mph wind gusts.
3/31/2015 7:46 PM CST Golf Ball sized hail reported 3.9 miles NNE of Seminole, OK
3/31/2015 8:46 PM CDT A severe thunderstorm warning remains in effect until 900 pm cdt for west central seminole county. at 846 pm cdt. a severe thunderstorm was located near bowlegs. moving southeast at 10 mph. hazard. golf ball size hail and 60 mph wind gusts. source. Radar indicated.
3/31/2015 8:35 PM CDT A severe thunderstorm warning remains in effect until 900 pm cdt for west central seminole county. at 835 pm cdt. a severe thunderstorm was located near bowlegs. moving southeast at 5 mph. hazard. tennis ball size hail and 70 mph wind gusts. source. Trained weather spotters and emergency managers.
3/31/2015 7:30 PM CST Baseball sized hail reported 3.9 miles NNE of Seminole, OK
3/31/2015 7:17 PM CST Tennis Ball sized hail reported 10.1 miles SSE of Seminole, OK
3/31/2015 8:14 PM CDT The national weather service in norman has issued a * severe thunderstorm warning for. central seminole county in east central oklahoma. until 900 pm cdt * at 814 pm cdt. a severe thunderstorm was located near seminole. Moving southeast at 5 to 10 mph.
3/31/2015 7:58 PM CDT A severe thunderstorm warning remains in effect until 815 pm cdt for northwestern seminole and northeastern pottawatomie counties. at 758 pm cdt. a severe thunderstorm was located near earlsboro. moving east at 10 mph. hazard. 60 mph wind gusts and half dollar size hail. source. Radar and storm spotters.
3/31/2015 7:36 PM CDT A severe thunderstorm warning remains in effect until 815 pm cdt for northwestern seminole and northeastern pottawatomie counties. at 735 pm cdt. a severe thunderstorm was located near earlsboro. moving east at 15 mph. hazard. 60 mph wind gusts and half dollar size hail. source. Radar indicated.
3/31/2015 7:28 PM CDT The national weather service in norman has issued a * severe thunderstorm warning for. northwestern seminole county in east central oklahoma. central pottawatomie county in central oklahoma. until 815 pm cdt * at 728 pm cdt. A severe thunderstorm was located near earlsboro.
3/25/2015 7:09 PM CST Two inch diameter tree limbs blown down by thunderstorm wind in seminole county OK, 8.3 miles W of Seminole, OK
3/25/2015 7:57 PM CDT A severe thunderstorm warning remains in effect until 815 pm cdt for northern seminole. southeastern lincoln and northern pottawatomie counties. at 757 pm cdt. a severe thunderstorm was located 4 miles southwest of boley. moving east at 45 mph. hazard. 60 mph wind gusts and quarter size hail.
3/25/2015 7:34 PM CDT The national weather service in norman has issued a * severe thunderstorm warning for. northern seminole county in east central oklahoma. southeastern lincoln county in central oklahoma. northern pottawatomie county in central oklahoma. Until 815 pm cdt.
10/10/2014 4:14 PM CDT Half Dollar sized hail reported 3.1 miles E of Seminole, OK
10/10/2014 4:10 PM CDT Golf Ball sized hail reported 3.1 miles E of Seminole, OK
4/15/2013 8:56 PM CDT Quarter sized hail reported 2.6 miles W of Seminole, OK
5/29/2012 9:45 PM CDT A carport was flipped over at the seminole airport. debris from the carport punctured the roof of the main airplane hangar...with minor damage reported to some aircarft in seminole county OK, 2 miles E of Seminole, OK
1/1/0001 12:00 AM Golf Ball sized hail reported 2 miles E of Seminole, OK
1/1/0001 12:00 AM Storm damage reported in seminole county OK, 5.3 miles SSE of Seminole, OK
1/1/0001 12:00 AM Quarter sized hail reported 2 miles E of Seminole, OK, seminole fd
5/12/2011 6:45 PM CDT Quarter sized hail reported 2.1 miles ESE of Seminole, OK, the hail was reported a half of a mile west of highways 9 and 99.
1/1/0001 12:00 AM Quarter sized hail reported 11.5 miles SSE of Seminole, OK, the report was relayed by weather affirmation.
Hail Maps for Seminole, OK
10/4/2016 (31st)
10/10/2014 (23rd)
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Coastal districts likely to have dry weather next 4-5 days
Mangaluru, Dec 13, 2016: It is predicted that light rain fall is very likely to occur at isolated places over all the districts of south interior Karnataka whereas dry weather may prevail over all the districts of coastal Karnataka and north interior Karnataka for the next 4 to 5 days.
Dry weather prevailed over the state for the last four to five days. Minimum temperatures markedly rose at a few places over interior Karnataka and there was no big change over coastal Karnataka, according to Indian Meteorological Department (IMD).
Meanwhile, Heavy rains coupled with squally winds today lashed the northern coastal districts of Tamil Nadu, including Chennai, as very severe cyclonic storm ’Vardah’ was expected to make landfall this afternoon. Vardah lay 220 kilometre east-northeast of Chennai and 290 kilometer east-southeast of Nellore, the Meteorological office said.
"The system is very likely to move nearly westwards and weaken gradually while moving towards north Tamil Nadu and adjoining south Andhra Pradesh coasts," the office said.
Nithin K N, Sullia Tue, December-13-2016, 1:10
A dry weather Oh God horrible .
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Increase in forest cover; work going on, says Minister Rai
Kundapur, July 26,2017: Reports confirm that Speaking after inaugurating the Vanamahotsava-2017 organized by Kundapur division of Forest Department under the theme ’Forest for Water’, Minister for Forest B Ramanath Rai said that the state government has taken initiatives to improve the forest cover as it the only way to overcome the problem of depleting groundwater level.
The minister said that government schemes include promoting planting of saplings in fields that had been left barren.
Stressing on the importance of public participation in growing forests, the minister said that the government supports the public to grow trees. The three-year task would yield Rs 100 for each tree grown. Earlier, it was Rs 45. A farmer can earn Rs 50,000 if he plants 500 saplings. The Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Scheme (MGNREGS) also supports remuneration of the beneficiary for planting saplings.
The minister said that Chinnara Vana Darshana is also organised to introduce high school children to the forest where they are taught how to preserve the forest and they are made to spend one day in the midst of a forest. The rapport would end with children themselves turning out to be messengers in creating awareness on conservation of forest, the minister added.
The Forest Conservation Act has massively reduced the deforestation process and only 30,000 hectares have been encroached when compared to the earlier figures of lakhs of hectares. At present, the forest cover in Karnataka is 22% and it should be increased to 33%. It has been undertaken to balance the ecology. Forest encroachment before 1998 is being regularised, however, after that, the law and order implications would come into force, said Rai.
He urged humans to protect wildlife as the animals have no one to protect them. Government efforts have resulted in increase in the number of wild animals in the state. Karnataka is known for the highest number of tigers, elephants and leopards. In spite of the state government doing its best to bargain in the implementation of the recommendations made by Kasturirangan Committee, the Central government is all set to introduce the recommendations. The ’Huli Yojane’ would also be brought into force by the Central government, he stated.
The minister said that in the process of strengthening of the force, recruitment of forest guards and range forest officers are held frequently. Meanwhile, a new academy to train range forest officers is set up in Dharwad. The honorarium for motivators is hiked to Rs 9,000 as against the earlier amount of Rs 5,000. All attempts would be made to hike it to Rs 10,000, the minister assured.
He said the government is introducing 50 tree parks in state in the name of Salumarada Thimmakka. A garden of medicinal plants would be introduced and one has already been set up at Padumalai. Earlier, an attractive rally with tableau was taken out in Manipal.
District In-charge Minister Pramod Madhwaraj, Deputy Commissioner Priyanka Mary Francis, PCCF Punati Shridhar, CCF Sanjay Bijoor, Udupi DCF Amarnath and Mangaluru DCF Kari Kalan among others were present for the day.
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Surfing Sport
Surfing sport.
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Surfing is a surfer who uses surfboards to cross the waves of water. The main equipment is the surfboard and the safety rope on the feet.
Surfing began in Australia, because Australia surrounded by the sea, warm climate, more sunshine and less rain, is conducive to the development of water sports, so the Australians particularly love surfing. As early as the Europeans moved before, where the indigenous people, by canoe floating sea, with a leaf boat suddenly rushed to the waves, and sometimes slide to the valley, which is the predecessor of surfing.
Until the Hawaiian Haha Moku library in the United States won the 1912 Olympic swimming champion, in his strong advocacy, surfing in California, the United States to promote, now popular in Hawaii, North America, Peru, Australia and South Africa, and has a world-class surfing tournament.
Athletes need to stand on the surfboard, or the use of web, kneeling, inflatable rubber pad, rowing, kayaking, etc., No matter what kind of equipment, athletes need to have a high skill and balance, and be good at long distance swimming in the storm.
The surfing is driven by waves as a driving force on the waves. The height of the waves to be about 1 meter, the minimum not less than 30 cm.
Surf board type:
1.Long board - more than 9 feet in length, suitable for beginners.
2.Short board - the length of 7 feet below, belonging to the technical wave board.
3.Gun board - narrow and long, to cope with the Hawaiian area as the design of the big waves.
4.Soft board - dynamic and mobile, not limited by the size of the waves, suitable for beginners.
5.Floating raft - large board, the speed change is slow, suitable for beginners lying on the waves board to practice with.
About the waves:
The best wave of surfing to the middle of the collapse of the slope to promote the waves on both sides, the most dangerous waves is a row of waves of instantaneous collapse, if encountered such waves, the best shore rest. Surfing if you come out of the sea to pull out the ocean, as long as the slope along the direction of the sea to go, grasp the waves, do not lose the safety rope and choose to swim back, it is best to lie on the waves board to wait for the rescue.
About self protection:
In the surfboard and the impact of the waves, cannot hand to pull the safety foot rope and surfboard. In the sea area encountered crazy dog waves, to quickly throw the surfboard back, and quickly water diving hiding. If you see jellyfish appear, or be bitten by jellyfish, you must hurry up to rest.
Let’s go and try to surfing!
Melors Team
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Paul Robles
Born in the Philippines, Paul Robles is a Canadian artist based in Winnipeg. Recognized for his intricate origami cut paper works, Robles combines the delicacy associated with fine and traditionally handwork with themes of trauma, grief and sexuality. In doing so, Robles shatters cultural stereotypes of race, masculinity and identity. He holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree (Gold Medal) from University of Manitoba School of Art and Bachelor of Arts degree (Sociology) from The University of Winnipeg. Robles has exhibited in Paris, France (La Maison Rouge & Grand Palais), New York City (Julie Saul Gallery), Ottawa (Rideau Hall), Toronto, (The Drake Hotel), Vancouver (Malaspina), West Hollywood (Antebellum) and Winnipeg (Plug in ICA & Winnipeg Art Gallery). He has worked with Alt-Country band The Crooked Brothers, been featured on CBC’s ArtSpots, produced artist pages for Border Crossings (Winnipeg), Dream the End (New York) and BRANCH Magazine (Toronto), designed artist bike racks, and participated in Plug In ICA’s 2011 Summer Institute Residency.
Rabbit Skinners (Zombie #3"), 2013, Cut/BurntOrigami paper on vellum, 37 x 29 inches.
Riot in my House, 2013, Cut/Burnt Origami Paper on vellum, 40 x 33.5"
"Untitled ( White Out #1)" , 2015 , Cut Paper, Gesso,Oil stick on vellum, 20x20 framed.
"Untitled (King Snake)" ,2015, Cut and burnt paper on vellum. 20x20 framed.
"Untitled ( Skin Trade), 2015, Cut paper on vellum. 20x20 framed.
"Untitled ( Red Drop) , 2015, Cut Origami and burnt paper on vellum, 19 x 24in.
"Untitled ( Purple Drop) , 2015, Cut Origami and burnt paper on vellum. 19 x 24in.
"Moon Looked down and Laughed", 2014 Cut/Waxed Origami Paper on vellum, 20in x 20in, Framed
"Untitled" ( Orange Face Zombie), 2013, Burnt/Cut Origami Paper on vellum, 24 x 30in, Framed.
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Nigeria's $500m typing error over MTN fine
Nigeria's telecom regulator says it made a $500m typing error when announcing a reduction in a massive fine imposed on Africa's largest mobile operator, MTN.
By BBC.COM Mon 07 Dec 2015, 13:05 pm (GMT +2)
: Nigeria's $500m typing error over MTN fine
The Monitor :: Nigeria's $500m typing error over MTN fine
The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) initially said the $5.2bn fine had been reduced to $3.4bn.
But NCC spokesman Tony Ojobo says the correct amount is $3.9bn.
The original sanction was imposed in October for failing to cut off unregistered users.
The company has not yet commented.
Since the original fine, the South African company has made a number of senior managerial changes, which included the resignation of the MTN chief executive, Sifiso Dabengwa.
The fine was reduced after MTN complained to the NCC.
"There was a typo. The reduction should have been 25%," Mr Ojobo told the Bloomberg news agency.
"We saw the mistake and
had to fix it."
The amount has to be paid by December 31.
MTN has 231 million subscribers in 22 countries across Africa, Asia and the Middle East. However, Nigeria is its biggest market.
In September, the company was named as most admired brand in Africa in the Brand Africa 100 awards, beating Samsung, while it was also awarded the continent's most valuable brand, worth $4.6bn.
MTN was South Africa's second mobile operator when it was set up in 1994 after the end of apartheid.
It began its expansion across Africa four years later with operations in Rwanda, Uganda and Swaziland.
Tue 01 Dec 2015, 10:38 am
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TB Joshua fails to appear in court
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Zambia holds national prayer day to hold Kwacha from record drop
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How rugby star daughter's doll captivated Australia
Mon 28 Sep 2015, 17:07 pm
Sepp Blatter to stay as Fifa president despite investigation
Tue 22 Sep 2015, 14:37 pm
Burkina Faso coup leader Gen Diendere defies ultimatum
Wed 19 Aug 2015, 12:08 pm
The men waging war against pornography in India
Mon 27 Jul 2015, 10:11 am
Kenyan newborn baby named 'AirForceOne Barack Obama'
Tue 14 Jul 2015, 14:14 pm
Pastor orders congregation to eat a snake, they say it tastes like chocolate
Tue 07 Jul 2015, 09:47 am
Lodges secretly record and sell sextapes of unsuspecting couples
Mon 29 Jun 2015, 17:24 pm
Nigeria court sentences nine people to death for blasphemy
Tue 23 Jun 2015, 12:48 pm
Rwandan spy chief Karenzi Karake arrested in London
Woman Who Claims She Owns The Sun Sues eBay
Wanted Sudan leader Bashir flies out of South Africa
Tue 09 Jun 2015, 06:00 am
'Suitcase boy' smuggled into Spain reunited with mother
Hundreds missing as China ship sinks
Mon 25 May 2015, 16:49 pm
Trevor Noah's gran sets the record straight on 'cousin' debacle
Tue 19 May 2015, 00:14 am
President Obama gets his own Twitter account
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John Peter Hale Montgomery, Sr
Name John Peter Hale Montgomery [1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6]
Suffix Sr
Born 11 Feb 1853 Waukegan, Lake, Illinois, USA [3, 4, 5, 6]
Residence 1870 Clinton, Henry, Missouri, USA [6]
Residence 1880 Clinton, Henry, Missouri, USA
Residence 1910 Ward 1/Clinton, Henry, Missouri, USA [4]
Died 9 Jan 1930 Clinton, Henry, Missouri, USA
Person ID I12563 MontyHistNotes_II | William John Major Boyne Montgomery And Martha Dunbar, Lainshaw
Father James Montgomery, b. 20 Jul 1816, Olivesburg, Richland, Ohio, USA , d. 26 May 1894, Lompoc, Santa Barbara, California, USA (Age 77 years)
Mother Martha Talmadge, b. 9 May 1825, Mandon/Monroe, New York, USA , d. 1910, Los Angeles, California, USA (Age 84 years)
Married 1 Feb 1844 Winnebago, Winnebago, Illinois, USA [7]
Family Susan Ann Adair, b. Apr 1864, Missouri, USA , d. 3 Dec 1953, Clinton, Henry, Missouri, USA (Age ~ 89 years)
Married 31 Aug 1887 Clinton, Henry, Missouri, USA [2, 3]
1. Frances Louise A Montgomery, b. 7 Jan 1889, Clinton, Henry, Missouri, USA , d. 31 Dec 1977, Wilson, Wilson, North Carolina, USA (Age 88 years) [natural]
2. William Adair Montgomery, b. 14 Jun 1890, Clinton, Henry, Missouri, USA , d. 23 Apr 1959, St Louis, Missouri, USA (Age 68 years) [natural]
3. John Peter Hale Montgomery, Jr, b. 12 Oct 1891, Clinton, Henry, Missouri, USA , d. 17 Oct 1894, Clinton, Henry, Missouri, USA (Age 3 years) [natural]
4. Susie Ann Montgomery, b. 7 Dec 1895, Clinton, Henry, Missouri, USA , d. 15 Mar 1973, Tarboro, Edgecombe, North Carolina, USA (Age 77 years) [natural]
Born - 11 Feb 1853 - Waukegan, Lake, Illinois, USA
Residence - 1870 - Clinton, Henry, Missouri, USA
Married - 31 Aug 1887 - Clinton, Henry, Missouri, USA
Died - 9 Jan 1930 - Clinton, Henry, Missouri, USA
[S1788] North Carolina Death Certificates, 1909-1975, Ancestry.com, (Name: Name: Ancestry.com Operations Inc; Location: Provo, UT, USA; Date:2007;;), Database online.
Record for Susie Montgomery Pender
[S1013] Missouri Marriage Records, 1805-2002, Ancestry.com, (Name: Ancestry.com Operations, Inc.; Location: Provo, UT, USA; Date: 2007;).
Record for Susie Adair
[S612] 1900 United States Federal Census, Ancestry.com, (Name: Online publication - Provo, UT, USA: Ancestry.com Operations Inc, 2004.Original data - United States of America, Bureau of the Census. Twelfth Census of the United States, 1900. Washington, D.C.: National Archives and Records Administration, 1900. T623, 18;), Year: 1900; Census Place: Clinton, Henry, Missouri; Roll: 858; Page: 6A; Enumeration District: 0078; FHL microfilm: 1240858.
Record for J P Montgomery
[S477] 1910 United States Federal Census, Ancestry.com, (Name: Online publication - Provo, UT, USA: Ancestry.com Operations Inc, 2006.Original data - Thirteenth Census of the United States, 1910 (NARA microfilm publication T624, 1,178 rolls). Records of the Bureau of the Census, Record Group 29. National Archives, Was;), Year: 1910; Census Place: Clinton Ward 1, Henry, Missouri; Roll: T624_783; Page: 11B; Enumeration District: 0083; FHL microfilm: 1374796.
Record for Hale Montgomery
[S146] 1920 United States Federal Census, Ancestry.com, (Name: The Generations Network, Inc.; Location: Provo, UT, USA; Date: 2005;), Year: 1920; Census Place: Clinton Ward 3, Henry, Missouri; Roll: T625_921; Page: 11A; Enumeration District: 87; Image: 116.
[S3303] 1870 United States Federal Census, Ancestry.com, (Name: Ancestry.com Operations, Inc.; Location: Provo, UT, USA; Date: 2009;), Year: 1870; Census Place: Clinton, Henry, Missouri; Roll: M593_778; Page: 256B; Image: 519; Family History Library Film: 552277.
Record for John H Montgomery
[S2064] Illinois Marriages, 1790-1860, Dodd, Jordan, Liahona Research, comp, (Name: Ancestry.com Operations Inc; Location: Provo, UT, USA; Date: 2004;).
Record for Martha Talmage
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So... uh... Pikmin 4 is now a thing? (Announced)
Anton H
http://www.eurogamer.net/articles/2014-07-20-pikmin-4-in-development-and-very-close-to-completion
Pikmin 4 is in development and "very close to completion", Nintendo's Shigeru Miyamoto has exclusively confirmed to Eurogamer.
Speaking during an interview held back in July, Nintendo's top designer revealed that work on a fourth major Pikmin game was well underway.
"It's actually very close to completion," Miyamoto said. "Pikmin teams are always working on the next one."
Nintendo then confirmed the news to Eurogamer in a separate statement:
"We can confirm that Pikmin 4 is in development but that is all we can confirm at present."
So this is a nice and pleasant surprise!
What do you think, is this a Wii U game? NX game? Both?!
Whatever system it ends up being for, color me excited.
Converted it to a news article. ~DrFinkelstein
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OOoooooooooh yeeeeeah, baby! Pikmin 3 is a masterpiece, so I'm very excited for this! I kind of hope it will be an NX game, just to increase the chances of that platform launching with awesomeness, but at the same time I wouldn't mind having another Wii U instalment if that means I get to play a new Pikmin that much sooner.
r_hjort
This is glorious. I didn't get into the series until Pikmin 3 but I absolutely loved the experience and I would adore another. 3DS, NX, Wii U, I don't care! A Wii U one would be awesome but I suspect maybe it's an NX thing? If it's close to completion though… I guess we just don't know… too hard to narrow down in my head.
'Close to completion' might mean that they're only one or two upended teatables away from release.
I couldn't help but feel that the touch screen control update for Pikmin 3 hints at what to expect from this game. If NX is a hybrid console it could easily implement these controls by making the same game playable on both TVs and handhelds. Or Nintendo could've found a way to piece together a fourth installment on the cheap and are going to release it on Wii U. It's a weird announcement to make, and I am not even sure if it was smart to announce it the way they did.
Scrawnton
This certainly came out of nowhere!
Strange that they didn't show anything at E3. This makes me think that it might be an NX title since if it was coming out on Wii U you'd think they would show something.
canonj
canonj said:
Whoop whoop!
I was thinking only yesterday how it was weird that surge of Pikmin promo happened last year with the 3d shorts so long after #3 released. Seemed like they were busy on the next game.
Last hurrah for the Wii U or GameCube-like launch game for the NX console? I wouldn't like to guess...
Infinitywave
@r_hjort
See you in three years!
The fuck?
Completely unexpected. Damn. I never finished 3 but really liked what I played of it.
I freaking LOVE Pikmin!
Bring on online Bingo Battle!
cooliocuneo
Whoa! This was unexpected, but very cool.
One request: PLEASE MAKE IT FOR NX. Pikmin 3 is great enough to be *the* Pikmin game for Wii U, and Nintendo needs a strong library for next gen if they really want to capture everyone's hearts again. As much as I enjoy the Pikmin series, we don't exactly need two games on the Wii U right now.
I'd buy it either way, of course.
Very interesting. Pikmin 3 must have done pretty well for them to greenlight a sequel so quickly.
@Stephen It's also clearly Miyamoto's baby. He gives it way more attention than the raw sales numbers would demand. He even made those Pikmin movies!
Awesome, I actually kind of expected this after the ending of Pikmin 3, but I'd since forgotten and then this certainly came out of left field. The fact that he didn't mention Wii U makes me suspect it's probably for NX.
I so wish I liked Pikmin and could be excited about a new one, the aesthetics are so adorable, but RTS/multi-tasking-under-pressure is just one of those genres I can't enjoy no matter how hard I try.
Have you tried Pikmin 3? There's really not a lot of pressure. It's enough to keep you moving along but it would be really hard to actually run out of time, I think. And if you did somehow, you could just start the day over.
@Jargon Yeah I played semi-casually and near the end I had my entire screen full of juice. Would have been very, very tough to run out of juice.
The only exception is maybe early on before you can get a decent stock going but I still never had any trouble.
@Zero The juice mechanic would have been cool if Nintendo designed a reason to return to levels after getting all of the fruit, like enemy challenges or a set of treasure items like Pikmin 2. Actually, it would be pretty cool if they kept the fruit gathering as a pure survival strategy to give you more play time while also making you search for treasure for money/upgrades. I like the idea of having to get your own food, but making the entire game about that was kind of one dimensional. It would work much better as a part of a greater whole.
I'm right there with you. I want to love this series sooooo much, but can't. The third one I'd hoped to be better given the time noose being a lot less constricting, but they added extra characters to manage - a classic (and annoying) Rare move. Plus, my biggest hangup, the little guys still die so easily. I'm sure I'll buy this one like I have the others, but I know I'll end up giving up on it. I know, I'm a mess. Still, this is awesome news for fans. Which, oddly enough, I am. A fan of a series I don't play.
I'm truly both ecstatic and surprised. As I said in my Pikmin 3 review, I felt the game was a masterpiece, but that it seemed to have underperformed. And, for whatever reason, it's never really caught on in the mainstream the way some other Nintendo properties have. But Pikmin 3 is such a good game that I don't personally care if it's a money maker or not. I'm going to be there, day one.
I'd love an online co-op multiplayer mode, above any new features.
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The Waif Sparrow and the Angel: Sex, drugs and chansons
9 November 2015, 1:00
Magdaléna Baumannová
The musical about the long-term friendship between French singer Edith Piaf and German actress and singer Marlene Dietrich is focused on the solid base of their famous songs and the slightly decadent atmosphere of the 1950s in Hollywood. The new production of the City Theatre Brno tells a story of their close relationship and what they meant to each other.
The whole story is dominated by the life events of Edith Piaf, all her love affairs, tragedies, alcohol and personal failure. Marlene Dietrich acts rather as her companion and advisor, even though she is not always listened to. Daniel Große Boymann’s and Thomas Kahry’s piece is based on David Winterberg’s work, the world premiere of which was in Vienna in Burgtheater in 2013. The stage concept for Brno was prepared by Stanislav Moša and directed by Igor Ondříček. Although all the dialogues and monologues are in Czech, all the songs remained in the original, so that both main protagonists sing in German, French and English.
The musical is like a pleasant cabaret: there are no mass scenes, large scenography or, surprisingly enough, big orchestra. There are only six good musicians at the back of the stage, which highlights the intimacy of the Drama Theatre space and the whole atmosphere of the performance. Christoph Weyers’ scene sets the plot in a hotel room, the Olympia scene or music studio using side stage sets. The costumes of Andrea Kučerová were accurate copies of famous models of both artists; for example, the chiffon wedding dress which Edith was wearing on one of her weddings corresponded by design with the real dress we know from old photographs. The sensitive choice of materials and the period credibility of costumes brought the big world magic of the then Hollywood to mind, when the two women met for the first time.
How the friendship between Marlene Dietrich and fourteen-year younger Edith Piaf started, how the limits of this friendship moved and what the two women could have gone through together forms the main story line of the whole performance. Markéta Sedláčková in the role of Waif Sparrow and Ivana Vaňková playing her guardian angel Marlene together played the intimate drama full of nostalgic songs and turbulent emotions and sometimes even electrifying attractiveness which occurred between them. The delicate short woman Markéta Sedláčková who has a deep alto and full of unrelenting energy was in absolute contrast to the tall and prudent Ivana Vaňková. The cast of both actresses was opposite; especially the cast of Sedláčková was tailored to her. Vaňková in a tailcoat and with a blond wig made an impression of a charming but also very strict lady who is well aware of her virtues, fame and power. On the contrary, Sedláčková in her simple black dress was like a lively child; her ringing laughter was accompanied with harsh words; her gestures resembled a playful teenage girl when in love or a lovelorn old woman drinking heavily and abusing drugs. She sensitively played all traits of the figure she represented.
Sedláčková made a great impression by her portrayal of Edith Piaf. Apart from playfulness and lavish energy, her performance of the song Mon Dieu, which was heard on the day her lover, the boxer Marcel Cerdan, died, and also the song Non, je ne regretted rien which took her literally from her death bed was absolutely charming. Both the songs in her interpretation covered all the misfortune, pain and the need to sing out all her feelings. After a long time, Sedláčková got the role which covered all her vocal range, dramatic skills and emotions which are abundant in tense moments.
The Waif Sparrow and the Angel is primarily a probe in Edith Piaf’s tragic life. Marlene Dietrich represents her guardian angel here and even though she is good, she cannot compare with the genuineness and sincerity of the street child. The principal flaw of the performance is the length; two and a half hours is way too long even for ladies like Edith Piaf and Marlene Dietrich. The lengthiness inconspicuously influences even the impression arising from the strong and emotionally tense scenes.
Daniel Große Boymann, Thomas Kahry, David Winterberg: The Waif Sparrow and the Angel. Directing concept – Stanislav Moša, Directed by – Igor Ondříček, costumes – Andrea Kučerová, stage – Christoph Weyers, dramaturgy – Klára Latzková, music – Karel Cón, Edith Piaf– Markéta Sedláčková, Marlene Dietrich– Ivana Vaňková, 1st actress – Andrea Zelová, nd actress– Barbora Remišová, 1st actor– Alan Novotný, 2nd actor– Robert Jícha. 7 November 2015, Brno City Theatre, Drama Theatre, premiere.
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The Olomouc Baroque Festival Opens with a Modern Premiere
Lukáš Pavlica
The Olomouc Baroque Festival has begun. In the local Jesuit Convent the seventh year of the festival opened with the modern premiere of the serenata Il tribunale di Giove by the Austrian composer Karl Ditters von Dittersdorf. The work was first performed at the birthday celebrations for the Prussian King Frederick the Great on 27 January 1775 and after a repeat in Wroclaw in 1777 it fell into oblivion. The Ensemble Damian decided to reverse this unfortunate fate, and led by the ensemble’s artistic director and director Tomáš Hanzlík they attempted to revive the work. Appearing in the solo roles were Leandro Lafont (Fate and Apollo), Kristýna Vylíčilová (the Genius of Europe and Minerva), Lucie Kaňková (Time and Fortune), Monika Jägerová (Jupiter) and Jakub Rousek (Mars). The costumes and backdrops were designed by the director Hanzlík. more
Personalities, discoveries, sun and rain – 20 years of the Slunce Festival
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Milan Tesař
The Slunce [Sun] Festival in Strážnice will be held for the twentieth time this year. Especially lovers of folk music and classical big beat have marked the dates of 12th and 13th July in their calendars. We talked to the director of the Slunce Festival Pavel Kopřiva about the history of the festival, its top moments and hardships, as well as what this year's festival season will be like. more
The organ of the Jesuit Church sounded to mark the jubilee of Alena Veselá
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Dominika Volfová
The end of the first school-holiday week was carried in the spirit of celebrations. The 7th of July in fact falls on the birthday of Alena Veselá, a prominent Brno organist and a professor at the Janáček Academy of Music and Performing Arts (JAMU), who celebrated an impressive age of 96 years on that day. The concert, organised particularly for this jubilee, was also the final event of the 39th Brno Organ Festival and as a celebration of the birthday of its founder (and now patron of the whole show), it already has a strong position in the festival programme. more
Open letter from the Czech Association of Festivals to the Government of the Czech Republic and the Chamber of Deputies of the Parliament of the Czech Republic
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ČAF
We live in a free democratic society, in which the role of the state is to create the environment and conditions for the development of creativity and creative potential, being aware that today's living art creates cultural heritage for the future. more
We met in Strážnice
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Marie Hvozdecká
Last weekend, the 74th Strážnice International Folklore Festival 2019 as well as the 37th Strážnice Children's Folklore Festival were held in the South Moravian Mecca of folklore. The biggest folklore festival in the Czech Republic enjoys great interest and it wasn't any different this year either, despite tropical temperatures, with tens of thousands of people coming back to Strážnice again. more
Orten's wind was murmuring in the Brno penitentiary
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Petra Švandová
On the 100th anniversary of the birth of poet Jiří Orten, the company ProArt prepared a multi-genre project called Ohnice – Where the Wind Is Dancing in the former Brno penitentiary on Cejl Street. The poetic production with verses of the young poet, which reflected his hard and short life, was premiered on 25 June. more
Polished Gemstones of Concentus Moraviae Festival
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The Borodin Quartet Completely Fulfilled Their Promise
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Ondráš’ Pilgrimage to Špilberk
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In the summer months Špilberk Castle’s courtyard often resounds to the sound of music. Until September it is possible to combine a tour of the castle with a cultural experience. The organizers have tried to prepare a programme across genres that has something for everyone. Yesterday it was the turn of folk music. Despite the adverse weather the stage was dominated by the Military Art Ensemble Ondráš. more
Radok's magnificent blue-gray dream
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The last premiere of the Brno opera season for the first time ever and rather unusually combined two works. The Janáček Theatre presented the surrealist opera Three Fragments of Juliette by Bohuslav Martinů along with the small opera work The Human Voice by Francis Poulenc. The composed evening, with direction and stage design by David Radok, brought together two almost absurd worlds. And this connection was indeed remarkable dramaturgically, visually but also interpretatively. more
Szymanowski Quartet in the rhythm of mazurka
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Cuarteto Q-Arte filled a blank space
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Kupodivu: Živočišné pudy
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Jerusalem Quartet with tender expressiveness
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Epoque Quartet: Jazz and minimalism
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Znojmo Music Festival: Andreas Scholl, Adam Plachetka and Pavel Šporcl
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Brno Music Friendly City
Znojmo Music Festival enters its 15th season this year. The programme includes concerts, opera performances, gastronomy and a programme for children. The opening concert, performed by the patron of the festival Pavel Šporcl and the PKF - Prague Philharmonia under the baton of Derek Gleeson, is dedicated to the reminder of the fall of the Iron Curtain. The culmination of the festival is the premiere of the scenic oratorio Saul by G. F. Handel. The title roles will be performed by Andreas Scholl and Adam Plachetka. The show will be directed by Tomáš Pilař. more
Leoš Janáček would celebrate his 165th birthday today
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The 165th anniversary of the birth of Leoš Janáček falls on today, Wednesday 3 July 2019. Janáček is one of our opera composers most frequently played abroad. TIC Brno dedicated a tram to him for his birthday this year, with the main characters from his operas graphically rendered by Brno artist Vendulka Chalánková. Janáček also has his own website, an educational trail, a memorial and an opera festival. more
Today Vaňkovka Fest Begins. Aneta Langerová, Dan Bárta, Lukáš Pavlásek and Others Will Be Performing
26 June 2019, 3:00
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The Multi-genre festival Vaňkovka Fest this year offers concerts, an open-air cinema and stand-up performances. The month-long festival at the Galerie Vaňkovka in Brno will play host to Aneta Langerová, Dan Bárta, Lukáš Pavlásek, Ben Cristovao, Michal Pavlíček & Trio and many more. more
New season at Fléda music club is accompanied by names such as GusGus, Hooverphonic, Kadebostany or De Staat
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The autumn program of the Fléda music club in Brno contains big names of the music world. The August visit of Jon Hopkins', who will appear at the Brno Marathon of Music festival is already at its imaginary beginning. The autumn season officially opens with a September dance party featuring GusGus from Iceland. This will be followed by concerts of Hooverphonic with a new singer, Jan Blomqvist & Band with their complete Disconnected project or the Berlin legend DJ Hell with his Zukunftmusic composition. Rockers De Staat will bring their novelty titled The Bubble Gum, Movits! their most hip-hop record so far – the double album V, Kadebostany in turn will bring their album Monumental. Last but not least, Vitalic with Rebeka Warrior will also be featured presenting their KCompromat project. more
The album Kosecké písně captures tunes from the meadows
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The album collects folklore tunes and songs from the Moravian meadows. After several years of work on the Anthology of Moravian Folk Music, the Indies Scope label decided to continue with a new series of folklore recordings called Malovaná truhla [Painted Chest]. One of them is the album Kosecké písně [Mowers' Songs]. The album features Kubíci dulcimer music band from Horňácko, Women's Choir of Hrubá Vrbka, Chotár male choir from Horňácko and others. more
Uprostřed festival begins today
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This festival will enliven the streets in the centre of Brno throughout the summer. The programme promises a total of 53 events such as concerts, workshops, theatre performances, dance rooms or sporting events. more
Boskovice 2019: WWW Neurobeat, Les Bubbey Mayse or Khoiba
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Traditionally, the beginning of the summer holidays is accompanied by the festival Boskovice – for the Jewish Quarter. This year's 27th edition will be launched by the Les Bubbey Mayse quartet from France, inspired by Klezmer and traditional Yiddish songs. The musical program also features concerts of bands such as Neurobeat, Khoiba, Kittchen & Aid Kid with Tomáš Neuwerth or Panenské plameny. more
ProART Company is preparing a premiere production of Kde tančí vítr
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The upcoming production of Kde tančí vítr [Where the Wind Is Dancing] is based on Orten's collection Ohnice. The author of the project is the Brno choreographer and director Martin Dvořák. The central character of a poet will be performed by young actor Daniel Krejčík. more
Brno Philharmonic opens advance sales administrator position
Brno Philharmonic announces a selection procedure for the position of advance sales administrator. Starting from 1 August 2019. more
Kamenka Open festival will celebrate its 10th anniversary
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The Kamenka Open multi-genre festival will revive the meadow in the Kamenná kolonie neighbourhood in Brno for the tenth time already. This year's guests include Funky Pappa, Jamiroquai Tribute Band and Pleasure Portable. Theatres will be represented by the Hysterie Theatre, Koráb Theatre or the Bez Pravidel Theatre. more
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Ocean Seeds
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Some sharks have declined by 92% in the past half-century off Queensland’s coast
There has been a striking decline in the number of large sharks caught off Queensland’s coast over the past 50 years, suggesting that populations have declined dramatically.
Our study, published today in the journal Communications Biology, used historical data from the Queensland Shark Control Program.
Catch numbers of large apex sharks (hammerheads, tigers and white sharks) declined by 74-92%, and the chance of catching no sharks at any given beach per year has increased by as much as seven-fold.
Coinciding with ongoing declines in numbers of sharks in nets and drum lines, the probability of recording mature male and females has declined over the past two decades.
Tiger sharks have undergone a 74% decline in numbers over the past half century. Juan Oliphant/www.oneoceandiving.com
Our discovery is at odds with recent media reports of “booming” shark numbers reaching “plague” along our coastlines. The problem with those claims is that we previously had little idea of what the “natural” historical shark population would have been.
Why is the decline of sharks on the Queensland coastline a cause for concern? Large apex sharks have unique roles in coastal ecosystems, preying on weak and injured turtles, dolphins and dugongs, actively scavenging on dead whale carcasses, and connecting coral reefs, seagrass beds and coastal ecosystems.
Australia’s mixed view on sharks
As a nation, Australia has a long history with sharks. Some of the oldest stories in the world were written by the indigenous Yanyuwa people in the Northern Territory some 40,000 years ago, describing how the landscape of their coastal homeland was created by tiger sharks.
European settlers in the late 18th and early 19th centuries further described Australian coastlines as being “chock-full of sharks”, and upon visiting Sydney in 1895, the US author Mark Twain remarked:
The government pays a bounty of the shark; to get the bounty the fishermen bait the hook or the seine with agreeable mutton; the news spreads and the sharks come from all over the Pacific Ocean to get the free board. In time the shark culture will be one of the most successful things in the colony.
With the rise of Australian beach and surf culture, and the growing population density in coastal communities in the mid-20th century, increasing numbers of unprovoked fatal encounters with sharks occurred along the Queensland and New South Wales coastlines.
White sharks were extensively targeted and killed in “game fishing” tournaments, and harmless grey nurse sharks were hunted almost to extinction through recreational spearfishing in the 1950s and 1960s.
Yet despite this long history of shark exploitation, the historical baseline populations of sharks off Australia’s east coast were largely unknown.
Historical photograph of contractors measuring sharks removed from QSCP nets on the Gold Coast in the early years of the program (3rd November 1963).
Through mesh nets and baited drumlines, the Queensland Shark Control Program targets large sharks, with the aim of reducing local populations and minimise encounters between sharks and humans. Records of shark catches dating back as far as the 1960s provide a unique window into the past on Queensland beaches.
While we will never know exactly how many sharks roamed these waters more than half a century ago, the data points to radical changes in our coastal ecosystems since the 1960s.
The exact causes of declining shark numbers are difficult to pinpoint, largely because of a lack of detailed records from commercial or recreational fisheries before the 2000s. The Queensland government also acknowledges that the program itself has a direct impact on shark populations by selectively removing large, reproductively mature sharks from the population.
The data indicates that two hammerhead species – the scalloped and great hammerheads, both of which are listed as globally endangered – have declined by as much as 92% in Queensland over the past half century.
Similarly, the once-abundant white sharks have also shown no sign of recovery, despite a complete ban on commercial and recreational fishing in Queensland, implemented more than two decades ago.
The idea that shark populations are reaching “plague” proportions in recent years may represent a classic case of shifting baseline syndrome. Using shark numbers from recent history as a baseline may give a false perception that populations are “exploding”, whereas records from fifty years ago indicate that present day numbers are a fraction of what they once were.
Our results indicate that large shark species are becoming increasingly rare along Australia’s coastline. We should not be concerned about a “plague” of sharks, but rather the opposite: the fact that previously abundant apex shark species are increasingly at risk.
This article lly published on theconversation.com. Read the original article.
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Mark Donohue
Mark Donohue. Copyright Ron Nelson, owner of www.classicvintagemotorsports.com, 2012. Used with Permission.
Mark Donohue, 13th April 1975. Copyright Alan Cox, 2018. Used with Permission.
Summit, New Jersey
Indy 500s:
American racing legend who died of injuries from a crash in practice for the Austrian GP. Capable in Formula 1, US single-seaters and sportscars, he was one of the best all-rounders of his era. Donohue studied and qualified as a mechanical engineer before starting his career in hilldlimbing in the late 1950's. Amongst Mark's achievements were to be 1973 Can-Am champion, a 3 times Trans-Am Champion, a champion in IROC and USRRC series, a winner - in 1972 - of the Indianapolis 500, as well as being a race winner in NASCAR and Formula 5000 as well as the above mentioned series.
Biography last updated 11 Nov 2015
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Other Indy 500 drivers born in 1937
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Jimmy Caruthers, Juan Antonio Gaudino, Graham Hill, Charles Kirkpatrick, Mark Light, Steve Nemesh, Rene Thomas.
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Rush Holt on Environment
Democratic Representative (NJ-12)
Voted YES on $2 billion more for Cash for Clunkers program.
Congressional Summary:Emergency supplemental appropriations of $2 billion for the Consumer Assistance to Recycle and Save (CARS) Program.
Proponent's argument to vote Yes:Rep. OBEY (D, WI-7): The cash for clunkers program has proven even more wildly popular than its strongest supporters had predicted. Just last month, Congress passed the program, which provided up to $4,500 if you trade in your old gas guzzler for a new car that gets better mileage. That was done in the hopes of spurring some new car sales and encouraging people to be a little more environmentally friendly. We provided $1 billion in the supplemental to get it going, enough for about 250,000 sales--which was just about exhausted in one week. This bill transfers $2 billion from the Department of Energy's Innovative Technology Loan Guarantee program, which doesn't expect to award funding until late next year.
Opponent's argument to vote No:Rep. LEWIS (R, CA-41): In the majority's haste to slam legislation with no time for consideration or amendments, we are now seeing the effects of such shortsighted martial law tactics.
Senator Feinstein tried to negotiate some changes to improve the program but was told that it was this way or the highway. Not one hearing on the Cash for Clunkers program, not one hearing on how the first billion dollars has been spent, not one hearing on how much money the program will need to get through the fiscal year.
Many of my colleagues will say, This is a great program, and it is necessary for the revitalization of the car industry. I'm not really going to argue with those goals. However, are we sure this program is working like it's supposed to? I don't think so. This program has only been up and running 1 week. If that is how the government is going to handle billion-dollar programs affecting all Americans, I ask, Whatever will we do if the administration takes control of our health care system? Reference: Cash for Clunkers bill; Bill H.R. 3435 ; vote number 2009-H682 on Jul 31, 2009
Voted YES on protecting free-roaming horses and burros.
Congressional Summary:
Ensure that acreage available for wild and free-roaming horses and burros is at least equal to the acreage where they were found in 1971
update the inventory of such horses and burros annually
maintain a thriving natural ecological balance on lands where such horses and burros are found
establish sanctuaries for such horses and burros
research and implement enhanced fertility control for mares & stallions.
Proponent's argument to vote Yes:Rep. NICK RAHALL (D, WV-3): Earlier this year, the BLM made a truly shocking announcement. This Federal agency announced future plans to destroy, i.e., slaughter, 30,000 healthy wild horses and burros entrusted to their care by the American people. How in the world can a Federal agency be considering massive slaughter of animals the law says they are supposed to be protecting? The bill before us gives the agency as many options as possible to avoid destroying these animals.
Opponent's argument to vote No:Rep. DOC HASTINGS (R, WA-4): Across our Nation, Americans are struggling to pay their bills; 9.5% of Americans are out of work. With this backdrop, what is the response of this Democrat Congress to record unemployment and skyrocketing deficits? Their response is to create a $700 million welfare program for wild horses and burros. If the American people want an illustration of just how out of touch this Congress has become on spending, they need to look no further. In the last Congress, the House passed legislation to ban the commercial slaughter of wild horses and burros, that cost taxpayers less than $500,000 a year. Now we're looking at a bill that, again, bans slaughter of these animals but then proceeds to spend $700 million to create a new welfare program for wild horses. Republicans are focused on creating the jobs in this country, but this Democrat Congress seems to be more worried about wild burros and wild horses. Reference: Restore Our American Mustangs Act; Bill H.R.1018 ; vote number 2009-H577 on Jul 17, 2009
Voted YES on environmental education grants for outdoor experiences.
Requires Environmental Education and Training program grantees to:
ensure that environmental education programs and curricula advance the teaching of interdisciplinary courses that include strong field components;
bring teachers into contact with working environmental professionals;
encourage individuals traditionally underrepresented in environmental careers
Proponent's argument to vote Yes:Rep. JOHN SARBANES (D, MD-3): This bill creates a new National Capacity Environmental Education grant program for which education associations apply competitively for grants that would fund model programs that get children into nature and really have them experiencing the environment.
Rep. BUCK McKEON (R, CA-25): This bill incorporates scientifically-based and technology-driven teaching methods into environmental education. Unfortunately, the new National Capacity Environmental Education Program is duplicative of the existing environmental education program already being run by the EPA. Still, I do not intend to oppose its passage.
Opponent's argument to vote No:Rep. MICHELE BACHMANN (R, MN-6): H.R. 3036 continues our Nation down the ill-fated road of shifting control of school curricula away from the parents and teachers and local school boards who best know what their children need into the hands of Federal Government and its one-size-fits-all approach. To best serve our children's educational needs, local school boards need flexibility to target resources where they are needed most. The needs of individual school districts are not homogenous and are most certainly not best understood by bureaucrats in Washington. This bill represents a step in the wrong direction. Forcing local school districts to direct scarce resources away from core curricula to serve a political agenda will only further suppress the academic performance of America's next generation. Reference: No Child Left Inside Act; Bill H.R.3036 ; vote number 2008-H614 on Sep 18, 2008
Voted YES on $9.7B for Amtrak improvements and operation thru 2013.
Authorizes appropriations for FY2009-FY2013 for Amtrak capital and operating grants; Amtrak repayment of long-term debt and capital leases; and the rail cooperative research program.
Authorizes grants for the Next Generation Corridor Train Equipment Pool Committee.
Proponents argument for voting YEA: Rep. OBERSTAR: America is on the threshold of a "renaissance'' for intercity passenger rail that approaches the enthusiasm of the completion of the transcontinental railroad. Last year, Amtrak set a ridership record for the fifth year in a row, exceeding 25.8 million passengers. Its ticket revenues rose 11 percent to more than $1.5 billion, the third straight year of revenue growth. This record of achievement is even more impressive considering that for the past eight years Amtrak has contended with an Administration committed to its bankruptcy. Indeed, these achievements are occurring when there is a greater need than ever for alternatives to our congested highways and skies. To alleviate this congestion and strengthen our energy security, we need to invest in intercity passenger rail.
Other countries already make an annual commitment to intercity passenger rail. In 2003 alone, France invested $10.6 billion in its rail system; Germany invested $12.4 billion; and the United Kingdom invested $7.8 billion. China plans to spend a total of $162 billion from 2006 through 2010 to expand its railway system. This bill authorizes $14 billion over 5 years:
$6.7 billion for capital grants
$3.0 billion for operating grants
$2.5 billion for 80% matching grants to States to pay for the capital costs of facilities
$1.75 billion to finance 11 authorized high-speed rail corridors
Reference: Passenger Rail Investment and Improvement Act; Bill HR6003 ; vote number 2008-400 on Jun 11, 2008
Voted YES on increasing AMTRAK funding by adding $214M to $900M.
Voting YES on this amendment would restore $214 million in funding for AMTRAK, bringing the total annual expenditure for AMTRAK to $1.114 billion. The chairman of the Railroad Subcommittee explained the increase as follows:
Unlike aviation, highways and transit, there is no dedicated funding for investing in our Nation's passenger rail service. This amendment restores $214 million to the Amtrak account, taking it to $1.114 billion, which is still about $300 million less than we had during the course of last year's discussion.
Last year the President sent up a budget of zero for Amtrak. We had an amendment process that we went through this time. This time we are up to $900 million in the bill [without this amendment].
But if you look at that $900 million, there is only $500 million for capital expenditures, out of which has to come a debt service of $280 million, which only leaves $220 million for the capital needs of this country for Amtrak, for passenger rail.
There is nothing for operation, and I know that the response to that is going to be that there are some incentive grants in the bill.
Opponents of the amendment say that it would increase funding for Amtrak by gutting and eliminating critical programs, including safety programs, resulting in reductions in force at several agencies. Reference: Department of Transportation appropriations; Bill HR 5576 Amendment 1008 ; vote number 2006-263 on Jun 13, 2006
Voted YES on barring website promoting Yucca Mountain nuclear waste dump.
An amendment to prohibit funding the "Yucca Mountain Youth Zone" website. Voting YES indicates opposition to using Yucca Mountain as the national nuclear waste repository. The amendment's sponsor says:
I would like to introduce the American people to the newest member of the Bush administration's energy policy team. His name is Yucca Mountain Johnny. He is the star of the Energy Department's Yucca Mountain Youth Zone Web site devoted to brainwashing school children into believing that burying the Nation's nuclear garbage 90 miles from Los Vegas is safe.
The Web site features games and activities to make high level nuclear waste fun. High level nuclear waste is not fun. It is dangerous, and the Department of Energy should not be using taxpayer money for a propaganda tool.
I would probably not be as upset with Joe Camel, excuse me, Yucca Mountain Johnny, if there was a more balanced approach on this Web site. It doesn't talk about the potential of accidents or being an inviting target for terrorists. It doesn't talk about the fact that Yucca Mountain is in a volcanic and seismic zone area. It doesn't say anything about the existence of safer and cheaper alternatives.
Among Yucca Mountain Johnny's witty sayings, he says, "The worst mistake is never making one." Well, Yucca Mountain is a mistake. This Web site is a mistake. Yucca Mountain Johnny is a mistake, and to promote the proposed nuclear waste repository to our children under the guise of education is a big mistake.
The amendment's opponents respond:
To my knowledge, nobody has questioned the accuracy or truth of what is on the Web site. My guess is that most of the children that access this website use it for term papers and papers in their classrooms that they have to do on nuclear power.
Whether you oppose or support the repository, we should at least want the facts out to our children and adults who wish to use that same Web site about just what exactly it is.
Reference: Energy and water development appropriations bill; Bill HR 5427 Amendment 919 ; vote number 2006-200 on May 24, 2006
Voted NO on deauthorizing "critical habitat" for endangered species.
To amend and reauthorize the Endangered Species Act of 1973 to provide greater results conserving and recovering listed species, and for other purposes, including:
Repealing the authority to designate an area as �critical habitat� for an endangered species
Requiring the Secretary of the Interior to create �recovery plans� within two years of classifying species as endangered or threatened
Allowing recovery agreements with private citizens whose land may be part of a species recovery plan
Issuing grants to support private property owners who voluntarily help to increase the number of endangered or threatened species on their private land
Providing compensation in an amount no less than fair market value to private landowners who have had regulation imposed upon their land
Calling upon the Secretary to submit an annual cost analysis of the previous years spending to Congress, including the amount of Federal and State funds used for each species
Reference: Threatened and Endangered Species Recovery Act; Bill HR 3824 ; vote number 2005-506 on Sep 29, 2005
Voted NO on speeding up approval of forest thinning projects.
Vote to adopt the conference report on the bill that would reduce and expedite (speed up) environmental and judicial reviews of forest thinning projects. The bill would authorize $760 million a year from fiscal 2004 to fiscal 2008. The Bureau of Land Management and the US Forest Service would have the authorization to remove vegetation that could cause or assist the spread of wildfires, disease or insect infestation. All forest thinning project would come after public meetings had been held. Forest thinning would be restricted to land that is within a 1.5 miles of at-risk communities , high-risk land that serves as a home for threatened and endangered species, high-risk land in the area of municipal water sources and and high-risk land that is specifically susceptible to disease or insect infestation. Reference: Healthy Forests Restoration Act; Bill HR 1904 ; vote number 2003-656 on Nov 21, 2003
Remove PCBs from Hudson River by dredging 200 miles.
Holt signed a letter to EPA Administrator Christine Todd Whitman:
Dear Administrator Whitman:
We would like to convey our strong support for EPA�s proposal to remove sediment contaminated by polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs) from the �hot spots� in the upper Hudson River. This clean-up plan is a crucial first step towards restoring the Hudson�s tremendous social, ecological, and economic value for the people of NY and NJ.
The Hudson River has been designated as an American Heritage River. Unfortunately, since 1983, 200 miles of the Hudson have also been designated as a Superfund site due to the damage caused by the estimated 1.3 million pounds of PCBs released by General Electric Company.
PCBs pose a serious threat to public health; they are probable human carcinogens and are known to cause neurological, reproductive, and endocrine disorders. Since 1976, because of PCB contamination, women of childbearing age and children [have been advised] not to eat any fish from any location along the Hudson. Unfortunately, low-income and subsistence fishermen and their families continue to consume fish contaminated with PCBs.
This contamination also adversely impacts longstanding commercial, recreational, and cultural activities on the Hudson River. For example, the commercial striped bass fishery was once a $40 million a year industry. However, due to PCB contamination, the state closed the fishery in 1976, all but ending a way of life along the river.
Environmental dredging in the Hudson will allow future dredging to ensure commercial craft continue to ply the waters of the upper Hudson River, and reduce the adverse affects of PCBs on the aquatic ecosystem. This means EPA�s remediation plan is a critical first step in reducing threats to public health, reviving local economies, reopening recreational opportunities and reinvigorating cultural ties along the river. Source: Letter to EPA Administrator Christine Todd Whitman 01-EPA1 on Apr 6, 2001
Prohibits commercial logging on Federal public lands.
Holt co-sponsored prohibiting commercial logging on Federal public lands
PROPOSED FINDINGS:
Congress finds the following:
Forest Service polls show that a strong majority of the American people think that natural resources on Federal public lands should not be made available to produce consumer goods.
Recreation and tourism in the National Forest System creates over 30 times more jobs, and generates over 30 times more income, than commercial logging on national forests.
Timber cut from Federal public lands comprises less than 5% of US annual timber consumption.
The vast majority of America's original pristine forests have been logged, and what little primary forest that remains exists almost entirely on public lands.
It is in the interests of the American people and the international community to protect and restore native biodiversity in our Federal public lands for its inherent benefits.
Commercial logging has many indirect costs which are very significant, but not easily measured, such as flooding damage, damage to the salmon fishing industry; and harm to the recreation and tourism industries.
EXCERPTS OF BILL:
Prohibits commercial logging and timber sales (with specified exceptions) on Federal public lands, with a two-year phase-out for existing contracts.
Provides for payment of relinquished contracts.
Establishes a National Heritage Restoration Corps to restore (and monitor) such lands to their natural pre-logging condition.
Sets forth provisions respecting forest fire and hazardous fuel reduction.
Provides for worker retraining of eligible persons whose jobs have been lost due to terminated timber and logging contracts.
Sets forth fund allocation provisions, including amounts for an Environmental Protection Agency investigation of non-wood paper and construction alternatives.
LEGISLATIVE OUTCOME:Referred to House Subcommittee on 21st Century Competitiveness; never came to a vote. Source: National Forest Protection and Restoration Act (H.R.1494) 01-HR1494 on Apr 4, 2001
Rated 100% by the LCV, indicating pro-environment votes.
Holt scores 100% by the LCV on environmental issues
The League of Conservation Voters (LCV) is the political voice of the national environmental movement and the only organization devoted full-time to shaping a pro-environment Congress and White House. We run tough and effective campaigns to defeat anti-environment candidates, and support those leaders who stand up for a clean, healthy future for America. Through our National Environmental Scorecard and Presidential Report Card we hold Congress and the Administration accountable for their actions on the environment. Through regional offices, we build coalitions, promote grassroots power, and train the next generation of environmental leaders. The 2003 National Environmental Scorecard provides objective, factual information about the environmental voting records of all Members of the first session of the 108th Congress. This Scorecard represents the consensus of experts from 20 respected environmental and conservation organizations who selected the key votes on which Members of Congress should be graded. LCV scores votes on the most important issues of the year, including environmental health and safety protections, resource conservation, and spending for environmental programs. Scores are calculated by dividing the number of pro-environment votes by the total number of votes scored. The votes included in this Scorecard presented Members of Congress with a real choice on protecting the environment and help distinguish which legislators are working for environmental protection. Except in rare circumstances, the Scorecard excludes consensus action on the environment and issues on which no recorded votes occurred. Source: LCV website 03n-LCV on Dec 31, 2003
Promote conservation of rare felids & canids.
Holt co-sponsored promoting conservation of rare felids & canids
To assist in the conservation of rare felids and rare canids by supporting and providing financial resources for the conservation programs of nations within the range of rare felid and rare canid populations and projects of persons with demonstrated expertise in the conservation of rare felid and rare canid populations. Congress finds the following:
Many wild populations of felids and canids, once considered common, are in decline, and many have declined to the point that their long-term survival in the wild is in serious jeopardy.
Of the 37 wild felid species worldwide, all are currently recognized as species in need of protection. Of the 35 wild canid species worldwide, nearly 50% are recognized as in need of such protection.
In addition to their intrinsic value, felids and canids are important aesthetic, economic, and ecological global resources that need to be conserved.
Large felids and canids are considered both keystone and indicator species. Healthy populations of these species act as an important indicator of the integrity of entire ecosystems.
Rare felids and rare canids face an array of threats, including loss of habitat and natural prey, intentional and unintentional takings by humans, disease transmission, and a vast number of other threats. These threats need to be addressed in a coordinated fashion.
The purposes of this Act are to provide financial resources and to foster international cooperation (1) to restore and perpetuate healthy populations of rare felids and rare canids in the wild; and (2) to assist in the conservation of rare felid and rare canid populations worldwide.
Related bills: H.R.1913, S.1033
Source: Great Cats and Rare Canids Act (H.R.1464) 07-H1464 on Mar 9, 2007
Make tax deduction permanent for conservation easements.
Holt signed H.R.1831 & S.812
Amends the Internal Revenue Code to make permanent the tax deduction for charitable contributions by individuals and corporations of real property interests for conservation purposes. Known in the Senate as the Rural Heritage Conservation Extension Act of 2009. Source: Conservation Easement Incentive Act 09-HR1831 on Mar 31, 2009
Regulate all dog breeders down to kennels of 50 dogs.
Holt co-sponsored PUPS: Puppy Uniform Protection and Safety Act
Congressional Summary:Amends the Animal Welfare Act to define a "high volume retail breeder" as a person who, in commerce, for compensation or profit: has an ownership interest in or custody of one or more breeding female dogs; and sells more than 50 of the offspring of such dogs for use as pets in any one-year period. Considers such a breeder of dogs to be a dealer.
Promulgates requirements for the exercise of dogs at facilities owned or operated by high volume retail breeders, including requiring daily access to exercise that allows the dogs to move sufficiently in a way that is not forced, repetitive, or restrictive; and is in an area that is spacious, cleaned at least once a day, free of infestation by pests or vermin, and designed to prevent the dogs from escaping.
Opponent's Comments (GSDCA, the German Shepherd Dog Club of America):In the past, legislation has excluded home/hobby breeders. This bill would, for the first time, require home/hobby breeders to follow the strict USDA requirements, such as engineering standards designed for large commercial kennels and not homes. Such regulations would exceedingly difficult to meet in a home/residential breeding environment. If passed, PUPS would disastrously reduce purposely-bred pups for the public.
There is nothing in this bill that changes the status of already known substandard kennel violators. There is no increase in funding for additional inspectors, nor is increased inspection evaluation education included.
Dogs purposely bred for showing, trialing or other events often are not bred for several years due to many different reasons. Some of these dogs may never be bred, yet are included in the count.
Working kennels maintain a large dog population while they are evaluating dogs; if the dogs do not work out for the purpose for which they were intended, they are often sold as pets. This could bring those working/training kennels under USDA regulations. Source: HR835/S707 11-H0835 on Feb 28, 2011
Member of House Natural Resources Committee.
Holt is a member of the House Natural Resources Committee
The U.S. House Committee on Natural Resources, or Natural Resources Committee, has jurisdiction over issues of:
Fisheries and wildlife, including research, restoration, refuges, and conservation.
Forfeiture of land grants and alien ownership, including alien ownership of mineral lands.
United States Geological Survey.
International fishing agreements.
Interstate compacts relating to apportionment of waters for irrigation purposes.
Irrigation and reclamation, including water supply for reclamation projects and easements of public lands for irrigation projects; and acquisition of private lands when necessary to complete irrigation projects.
Native Americans generally, including the care and allotment of Native American lands and general and special measures relating to claims that are paid out of Native American funds.
Insular possessions of the United States generally (except those affecting the revenue and appropriations).
Military parks and battlefields, national cemeteries administered by the Secretary of the Interior, parks within the District of Columbia, and the erection of monuments to the memory of individuals.
Mineral land laws and claims and entries thereunder.
Mineral resources of public lands, including the Outer Continental Shelf.
Mining interests generally.
Mining schools and experimental stations.
Marine affairs, including coastal zone management (except for measures relating to oil and other pollution of navigable waters).
Oceanography.
Petroleum conservation on public lands and conservation of the radium supply in the United States.
Preservation of prehistoric ruins and objects of interest on the public domain.
Public lands generally, including entry, easements, and grazing thereon.
Relations of the United States with Native Americans and Native American tribes.
Trans-Alaska Oil Pipeline (except ratemaking).
Source: U.S. House of Representatives website, www.house.gov 11-HC-NRC on Feb 3, 2011
Prohibit invasive research on great apes.
Holt signed Great Ape Protection and Cost Savings Act
The Great Ape Protection and Cost Savings Act prohibits:
conducting invasive research on great apes
possessing, maintaining, or housing a great ape for the purpose of conducting invasive research
using federal funds to conduct such research on a great ape or to support an entity conducting invasive research either within or outside of the US
knowingly breeding a great ape for the purpose of conducting or facilitating such research
transporting or selling a great ape in interstate or foreign commerce for conducting or facilitating such research.
Defines "great ape" as any chimpanzee, bonobo, gorilla, orangutan, or gibbon.
Defines "invasive research" as research that may cause death, injury, pain, distress, fear, or trauma to great apes, including drug testing or exposure to a substance or isolation, or social deprivation.
Requires the permanent retirement of all great apes that are owned by the federal government and that are being maintained in any facility for the purpose of breeding for, holding for, or conducting invasive research.
Sets forth civil penalties for violations of this Act.
Establishes in the Treasury the Great Ape Sanctuary System Fund to be administered for construction, renovation, and operation of the sanctuary system for surplus chimpanzees.
Source: S.810&HR1513 11-HR1513 on Apr 13, 2011
Prohibits breeding or possessing Big Cat species.
Holt co-sponsored Big Cats and Public Safety Protection Act
Prohibits any person from importing, exporting, transporting, selling, receiving, acquiring, purchasing, breeding, possessing, or owning any prohibited wildlife species (current law prohibits importing, exporting, transporting, selling, receiving, acquiring, or purchasing such a species in interstate or foreign commerce).
Defines "breeding" as facilitating the reproduction of prohibited wildlife species (any live species of lion, tiger, leopard, cheetah, jaguar, or cougar or any hybrid of such species) for commercial use.
Defines a list of exemptions to such prohibition by authorized persons.
Includes in the list of persons authorized to import, export, transport, sell, receive, acquire, breed, possess, own, or purchase such species a wildlife sanctuary or a zoo accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums; and a person that is in possession of animals of such species that were born before the date of this Act's enactment.
Source: H4122/S3547 12-HR4122 on Mar 9, 2012
Establish an International Conservation Strategy.
Holt co-sponsored Global Conservation Act
Requires a report to Congress on existing US international conservation policies and programs to determine the extent to which such programs are:
addressing natural resource challenges to ensure healthy and sustainable supplies of water, wildlife, fish, forests, plants, and other critical resources;
advancing US foreign policy priorities in areas such as security, democratization, sustainable food production, and clean water;
enhancing economic and wildlife conservation benefits derived from properly managed international hunting and angling tourism;
addressing poaching, illegal logging, fishing, and wildlife trafficking;
Establishes the Interagency Working Group on Global Conservation to strengthen the capacity of the US to collaborate with other countries, international organizations, the private sector, and private voluntary organizations to conserve natural resources and enhance biodiversity.
Working Group will establish a International Conservation Strategy to provide a comprehensive plan of action that identifies specific and measurable benchmarks, goals, and time frames
Prohibits any provision in this Act from being construed as restricting, limiting, or otherwise impairing properly managed recreational hunting and angling, or (2) the ability of any foreign jurisdiction or authority to authorize regulated programs supporting wildlife for local consumption and commercialization.
Source: H6038/S3356 12-HR6038 on Jun 27, 2012
Rated 100% by HSLF, indicating a pro-animal welfare voting record.
Holt scores 100% by the Humane Society on animal rights issues
112th Mid-Term Humane Scorecard: The Humane Society Legislative Fund has posted the final version of the 2011 Humane Scorecard, where you can track the performance of your federal lawmakers on key animal protection issues during last year. We rated legislators based on their voting behavior on measures such as agribusiness subsidies, lethal predator control, and the Endangered Species Act; their cosponsorship of priority bills on puppy mills, horse slaughter, animal fighting, and chimps in research; their support for funding the enforcement of animal welfare laws; and their leadership on animal protection. All of the priority bills whose cosponsorships we're counting enjoy strong bipartisan support; in the House, each of the four now has more than 150 cosponsors.
The Humane Scorecard is not a perfect measuring tool, but creating some reasonable yardstick and allowing citizens to hold lawmakers accountable is central to our work. When the Humane Scorecard comes out each year, it helps clarify how the animal protection movement is doing geographically, by party affiliation, and in other categories. It helps us chart our course for animals by seeing where we have been effective, and where we need to improve. Source: HSLF website 12-HumaneH on Jan 13, 2012
Sponsored tightening restrictions on hydrogen sulfide emissions.
Holt co-sponsored BREATHE Act
Congressional Summary:This Act may be cited as the 'Bringing Reductions to Energy's Airborne Toxic Health Effects Act' or the BREATHE Act.
Repeals the exemption for aggregation of emissions from oil and gas sources (CAA section 112(n) paragraph 4).
Considers hydrogen sulfide as a hazardous air pollutant, including oil and gas wells as sources of hydrogen sulfide.
Proponent's argument for bill: (StopTheFrackAttack.org, July 2012 BREATHE Act Fact Sheet):
The BREATHE Act would close two exemptions in the Clean Air Act (CAA) that threaten the health of communities wrestling with oil and gas production in their backyard. The CAA established limits for major pollution sources; smaller sources of pollutants that are controlled by a single operator, located close to each other, are "aggregated" and considered as one source of emissions. Unfortunately, the CAA exempts oil and gas wells from aggregation. The BREATHE Act would apply the CAA to oil & gas production.
A 1993 EPA Report to Congress on Hydrogen Sulfide Air Emissions Associated with the Extraction of Oil and Natural Gas clear Source: H.R.1154 13-H1154 on Mar 14, 2013
Require labeling genetically engineered food.
Holt signed Genetically Engineered Food Right-to-Know Act
[Require labeling] any food that has been genetically engineered or contains genetically engineered ingredients.
Defines "genetically engineered" (GE) as a material intended for human consumption that is an organism produced through the intentional use of genetic engineering, or its progeny, without regard to whether the altered molecular or cellular characteristics of the organism are detectable.
Discussion of pro/con (Huffington Post 4/25/2013):
Polls show that the overwhelming majority of Americans--over 90%--supports mandatory labeling of foods with GE ingredients. 64 other countries already require such labels. However, strong opposition from the agriculture and biotech industries has scuttled proposals for GMO (Genetically-Modified Organisms) labeling laws in the past. The most recent and high-profile of these failed attempts at a GMO labeling requirement was California's Proposition 37, which was narrowly defeated after opponents spent $50 million lobbying against it. "Unfortunately, advocates of mandatory GMO labeling are working an agenda to vilify biotechnology and scare consumers away from safe and healthful food products," a Biotechnology Industry Organization spokeswoman wrote.
Argument in opposition (Food Democracy Now 5/26/2012):
Exactly 20 years ago today, the first Bush administration declared genetically engineered foods to be "substantially equivalent" to foods that farmers had traditionally bred for thousands of years. With this single policy, the US government radically altered the food supply, introducing novel genes into our food that had never before been consumed by humans. Corporate executives at Monsanto colluded with elected officials to make sure that their new "products" were placed onto the market as quickly as possible. Two decades later, Americans are still denied the basic right to know what's in their food because of this infamous policy. Source: S.809/HR1699 14_H1699 on Apr 24, 2013
Extend to 2023 Superfund hazardous waste cleanup.
Holt co-sponsored Superfund Reinvestment Act
Congressional summary: Authorizes the use of funds in the Hazardous Substance Superfund for environmental cleanup costs under the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act of 1980 (CERCLA). Provides that disbursements of the Hazardous Substance Superfund:
shall not be counted as new deficit for purposes of the Balanced Budget and Emergency Deficit Control Act of 1985, or the Statutory Pay-As-You-Go Act of 2010;
shall be exempt from any general budget limitations; and
shall be available only for the purposes specified in CERCLA.
Authorizes Superfund through Dec. 31, 2023.
Proponent's argument in favor (Sponsor's introductory remarks): Last week, the House passed legislation [outlined below] to weaken and fragment the already underfunded federal Superfund program. I am reintroducing legislation to reauthorize Superfund taxes on polluting industries; and provide more funds to clean up toxic waste sites. The Superfund program has resulted in the cleanup of more than 1,000 toxic waste sites. In the majority of cases, EPA works with the parties who have been found responsible for the pollution and they pay for the cleanup. [My bill] will reinstate Superfund taxes [on oil, chemicals, and corporations] to their previous levels.
Opponent's argument against: (Chamber of Commerce's July 29 2013 letter supporting those House-passed bills): The US Chamber of Commerce strongly supports HR2279, the "Reducing Excessive Deadline Obligations Act;" HR2318, the "Federal Facility Accountability Act;" and HR2226, the "Federal and State Partnership for Environmental Protections Act." These three bills aim at modernizing CERCLA. HR2279 removes two impractical and unnecessary deadlines. HR2318 ensures that the federal government is a "good neighbor" when operating a superfund cleanup site. HR2226 would clarify that EPA must consult with the state when selecting a remedial action. Source: H.R.3870 14-H3870 on Jan 14, 2014
Strengthen prohibitions against animal fighting.
Holt co-sponsored strengthening prohibitions against animal fighting
Sen. CANTWELL. I reintroduce today the Animal Fighting Prohibition Enforcement Act of 2007. This legislation has won the unanimous approval of the Senate several times, but unfortunately has not yet reached the finish line.
There is no doubt, animal fighting is terribly cruel. Dogs and roosters are drugged to make them hyper-aggressive and forced to keep fighting even after suffering severe injuries such as punctured eyes and pierced lungs. It's all done for "entertainment" and illegal gambling. Some dogfighters steal pets to use as bait for training their dogs, while others allow trained fighting dogs to roam neighborhoods and endanger the public.
The Animal Fighting Prohibition Enforcement Act will strengthen current law by making the interstate transport of animals for the purpose of fighting a felony and increase the punishment to three years of jail time. This is necessary because the current misdemeanor penalty has proven ineffective--considered a "cost of doing business" by those in the animal fighting industry which continues unabated nationwide.
These enterprises depend on interstate commerce, as evidenced by the animal fighting magazines that advertise and promote them. Our bill also makes it a felony to move cockfighting implements in interstate or foreign commerce. These are razor-sharp knives known as "slashers" and ice pick-like gaffs designed exclusively for cockfights and attached to the birds' legs for fighting.
This is long overdue legislation. It's time to get this felony animal fighting language enacted. It's time for Congress to strengthen the federal law so that it can provide as a meaningful deterrent against animal fighting. Our legislation does not expand the federal government's reach into a new area, but simply aims to make current law more effective. It is explicitly limited to interstate and foreign commerce, so it protects states' rights in the two states where cockfighting is still allowed. Source: Animal Fighting Prohibition Enforcement Act (S.261/H.R.137) 2007-S261 on Jan 4, 2007
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Flying in to Kalamata and staying in a small apartment overlooking the sea at Chrani in the southern Peloponnese.
As a travel writer I'm often asked - where do you go for a holiday? Basically, a holiday for me is staying at home but that won't do for the rest of the family - so if we go anywhere its nearly always Greece. We've been there at least 25 times, usually staying on different small islands but this time we're returning to the IIyra apartments in Chrani because it was such a fabulous spot.
Blog 7: Glendalough
A two hour drive north from New Ross brought us to Glendalough, one of Ireland's most visited destinations. It’s only an hour south of Dublin but it could be centuries away from the metropolis – except during high summer when its as busy as Grafton Street in Dublin.
Glendalough is a glacial valley with steep granite cliffs on one side and it’s a beautiful walk to the upper lake. At the valley head there are the ruins of abandoned miners village where lead was mined from 1850 until about 1957.
Historian a & archeologist George McClafferty, from the visitors centre, explained the history & myths of Glendalough - a beautiful wooded valley in the Wicklow Mountains with the ruins of a sixth century monastic city.
It was built by the followers of the St Kevin and destroyed during the British Reformation. Today the ruins are still impressive and include houses, churches, a graveyard and the 110 foot round tower which is 1,000 years old and one of the best in Ireland.
The Round tower was originally a bell tower with a doorway ten feet above the ground to deter attacks, especially from Viking raiders that plagued the area.
Get there before 10am & you can have the place to yourself.
Regina couldn’t wait to get behind the reins of the traditional travellers horse drawn caravan that Neasa Clissmann (www.clissmann.com/wicklow) brought to our film shoot at Glendalough; “its only tourist that are keeping this tradition alive,” Neasa said.
Some of us thought it might seem a bit cheesy but its a green way to travel and the slow pace is a great way to appreciate the landscape and everyone you meet smiles and wants to chat.
Blog 6: By Hook or by Crook
We stayed at the excellent Brandon House hotel in New Ross which was a great improvement on the theoretically superior Europa hotel in Belfast, which had a feeble to non-existent public WiFi network, no fresh cooked breakfast options & it was hard going to get a smile from the staff.
From New Ross it was a short journey to Dunganstown & the Kennedy Homestead. Its only a simple farm with the old family house & a large stable with memoribilia & details of the Kennedy family history.
Few Americans would pass up the opportunity to visit the Kennedy homestead in Dunganstown and the Grannies were thrilled at the prospect. It’s a simple place with a homespun exhibition that Kennedy heir Patrick Grennan says, “all came from suitcases and old biscuit tins.” A brand new visitors centre is currently being built & will open in 2013. It will be more practical, more visitor friendly but I couldnt help thinking that some of the charm and simplicity – that reflects the old family, might be lost amongst the modern visitors facilities.
Patrick Grennan, one of the most charming men you might ever meet, is the heir to the Kennedy homestead, the farm that PJ Kennedy left to sail to America in 1848. PJ was a cooper & had a job to go to in Boston so was more fortunate than many other immigrants.
JFK returned to the Dunganstown family homestead in 1947, then again in 1963 when he made a famous speech on the quay at New Ross which is just along from the Dunbrody ship. He promised to return for a more private family reunion - but five months later he was dead.
There's a statue of JFK on the quay & as part of next years tourism inititive – ‘The Gathering 2013’ it is proposed to bring the eternal flame from Arlington cemetry to the quay at New Ross.
The nearby Hook peninsula has a wild & rugged beauty & at its tip is the ancient Hook lighthouse. As a thirteenth century Norman structure the Hook lighthouse is the oldest operational lighthouse in the world. Built 800 years ago by William Marshall its four metre thick walls have ensured it is an amazingly well preserved Norman building.
The Hook lighthouse is an important shipping guide into Waterford harbour & the town on the other side of the entrance is called Crook - this is the origin of – ‘by Hook or by Crook.’ This phrase is attributed to Oliver Cromwell before his murderous rampage across Ireland when he said, “I'll take Ireland by Hook or by Crook.”
On the way back for another night in New Ross the Grannies were keen to stop off at Loftus Hall, a grand Victorian mansion overlooking Waterford harbour. They were intrigued by a tale of the devil’s visit, which was so widely believed that when the house was left empty for decades no thieves or vandals every went near it.
Blog 5: Grannies in Wexford
This is a whistlestop look around Ireland with the Grannies. Pat Johnson has been several times because her son lives here but for Regina Fraser its her first visit. Regina has been bowled over by the history, the friendliness of the people & the beauty of the landscape.
Today we raced from Belfast to New Ross in County Wexford, it took 4 hours, not a sensible plan but one forced on us by circumstances. We were here to film at the Ros Tapestry (www.rostapestry.com) which I visited a couple of years ago and wanted to see how this monumental tapestry project was progressing.
This series of 15 huge tapestries is the largest in Europe & they tell the little known story of the Norman invasion of Ireland, which happened a few years after their invasion of England.
The tapestries have been 14 years in the making - hundreds of embroiderers, thousands of hours and millions of individual stitches; all done by local Wexford women (& a few men) in community centres & private homes.
Each piece is a marvel of art, craft & skill but in addition each tapestry there is also a visual history that tells a story about a key event in Irish-Norman history. The Grannies spent hours talking to embroiderers as they worked on the last tapestry & were especially interested in the depiction of ancestors of four future US presidents.
The Norman's were a relatively small band of European mercenaries led by Richard de Clare (aka Strongbow), invited into Ireland by the deposed & disaffected King of Leinster - Dermot McMurrough. The huge Norman war horses, superior weaponry & military tactics overwhelmed Irish defenders who preferred to fight in small bands.
The impact of the Norman's changed Irish life forever & was the beginning of the English obsession with Ireland & all the tragedy that was to follow
Just across the road from the Ros Tapestry Centre is the three masted sailing ship - The Dunbrody, sometimes refered to as one of the famine ships.
The Dunbrody is an authentic reproduction of its 1840 namesake that foundered off the coast of Canada. The ship shows the appalling conditions that steerage passengers endured on the 5-6 week crossing of the Atlantic. Actors describe the circumstances that typically prompted the arduous journey & what life was like on board ship.
Cholera & typhus were rife onboard ship & on average 20% of passengers died during the crossing. This gave the ships their other name of ‘coffin ships.’
The Grannies interacted with the actors playing passengers & were amazed to discover that JFK's ancestors crossed to America as lowly steerage passengers & so really did live the American dream of rags to riches.
Blog 4: Belfast
Today we left the lovely castle of Lough Eske in Donegal & it took us around 3 hours to get back to Belfast.
Out first port of call was the St George's Victorian covered market on the Lagan waterfront. We expected it to be a craft market but that's on Sunday, Saturday was the farmers market but there were plenty of arts & crafts for sale, along with fresh fish, home made pies & exotic cakes. A singer in the middle of the market seems strange but added a novel ambience to shopping.
Our big event of the day was the Titanic Experience - the new museum & exhibition centre that opened in March 2012. Already nearly half a million visitors have passed through the doors. It took several years & cost £97 million pounds to build & it's located at the original Harland & Wolff shipyard where the Titanic was built.
The building overlooks the slipway where it was launched & it's a glistening structure designed to reflect elements of the ship, the sea & that fateful iceberg. In its day (1912) the Titanic was the largest moving man-made object & the building captures the essence of its vastness with steel ships plates & a labyrinth of escalators that mimic gangways zigzaging through the cavenous atrium.
It's much more than a static exhibition, it's an interactive & experiential museum, on an epic scale - like the ship. An engine room experience has huge video walls of gigantic pistons that are hissing & thumping as they power the ship.
Different sections have physical & CGI reconstructions, life in the cabins, old black & white footage, memoribilia, the original distress calls & voices of survivors. Then there's the full story of exactly what happened, how it sank & finally the 21st century discovery & exploration of the wreck - two & half miles down on the north Atlantic seabed.
There is also a section exploring various myths & fictional accounts of the sinking of the Titanic along with a host of films. There was also a sister ship called the Olympic which after being recalled & refitted sailed regularly until 1935.
Even though the twentieth has seen horrors & disasters on a scale that dwarfs that tragic night of 14/4/1912 when the Titanic sunk - nevertheless this tragedy continues to fascinate people to an extraordinary extent.
Blog 3: Ardara in Donegal
Today we drove to the village of Ardara in Donegal, which this year won the Irish Times - Ireland's best village to live in. It's beautiful, in an amazing setting & has some of the friendlest people you're ever likely to meet - two thousand people and thirteen pubs.
Ardara is famous for its music festivals & there are plenty of visitors, as but unlike many other places the town doesnt organise itself around tourists, it's a thriving community for visitors to enjoy rather than a tourist attraction.
The Grannies were keen to visit Eddie Doherty as they had heard that Sarah Jessica Parker (Sex in the City) buys tweed from him. Eddie is one of the last independent hand loom weavers in Ireland, his tiny shop is a treasure of colourful handwoven tweed & he was busy at his loom in the back of the shop when we arrived.
He told us how the village market used to sell everything local weavers needed, sheep, raw wool, home spun wool and weaved cloth. Sadly the old home based skills are disappearing & when he stops, handmade tweed will be even rarer in the area. For such a tiny shop Eddie has a global reputation and people from all around the world buy his tweed.
Although there is a village cafe the Grannies were invited to have a cup of tea with 82 year old Jack Maguire who has born in his parents village drapers shop. After worked in London for 40 years he has returned to the village house he was born in. One of his many stories was the time when Dylan Thomas came to live near the village. Thomas was trying to escape the pressures of fame & his manager was trying to control his excessive drinking. Unfortunately he found a farmer with an illicite potcheen stil after which he disappeared from the village leaving a trail of debts.
Lunch was at Nancy's pub/restaurant, one of Ireland's treasures that people travel from all over the country to enjoy It's run by Charlie McHugh a fabulous character & a classic old world publican who is the seventh generation owner of Nancy's. He puts the longevity of Nancy's down to good food, good beer but just as importantly a traditional welcome & one that makes people feel like they are regulars after a few minutes.
They are famous for their oysters & their unique take on seafood chowder, which is more like a spicy broth without cream - almost worth visiting just to taste it. Its comes with local potatoes which can thicken a snack into a filling meal.
There are several artists in & around the village & the Grannies spent the afternoon as culture vultures while I sampled the Guinness.
After dinner at Woodhill House, a manor house of an old whaling family, we made our way to the Corner House, a famous music venue in the centre of Ardara village. Musician's began turning up around 9.30 - guitar, banjo, fiddle & flute for a genuinely spontaneous music session. Local people occasionally got up to sing & the evening was a triumph of informal entertainment & local talent.
Blog 2: Co Down to Donegal
We set off for Donegal at 9am - a 3 hour drive to the north west corner of Ireland. Before leaving Co Down we stopped at the Rostrevor memorial which amusingly (because of the Amercan film crew) was a memorial to local boy General Trevor Ross for his sucessful burning down the White House in 1814.
Clouds gathered as we travelled west & by the time we reached Lough Eske castle in Donegal it had started to drizzle. The first film session was the Grannies taking a master class with Chef Philip Ferber – making their own hot smoked salmon & a shoulder of Donegal beef.
This took twice as long to film as planned & was rounded off with them sitting down to eat what they had just cooked. Although they are good cooks in their own right both Grannies were impressed with how much more you can learn from a professional chef.
With barely a pause we rushed into a classic car scene where Regina climbed into a 1980 Merceedes 350SL classic sports car arranged through Golden Oldies of Killybegs
We had blazing sun earlier in the day but wouldnt you believe it, the rain got heavier as we tried to film a nice drop top sportscar scene, arriving at the castle, which ended up as a very soggy affair.
Grannies on Safari in Ireland
I'm in Ireland again for the second time this year. Last time I travelled by car ferry from Holyhead to Dublin & I still think the ferry has a lot to offer that beats flying hands down. The flight time is just 50 minues from Heathrow but theres at least 3-4 hours messing around at the airport at each end.
I'm travelling to meet the 'Grannies on Safari' (www.granniesonsafari.com) - my American friends Regina Frasier & Pat Johnson who make TV travel shows. I met them while travelling from Moscow to Beijing on the trans-Siberian & now they're here in Ireland making two more travel shows.
We've a crew of three camermen & photographers, a producer - Jamison, Tom, Barry & Maria plus our local driver Pat.
Its so bright & sunny that we decided it was impossible to pass up the good weather so drove straight into Dublin to do some preliminary scene setting before travelling north to Rostrevor, just across the border in northern Ireland, to stay with PJ's son who has a house there. The house is in a stunning location nestled in the foothills of the Mountains of Mourne & over looking Carlingford Lough.
The Grannies filmed their opening scenes on a windy deck overlooking Carlingford Lough.
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Husker women's ready for road game
by k.bruggeman · February 24, 2012
Junior guard Lindsey Moore fields questions during a press conference on Wednesday Feb. 23, 2012.
Story and photos by Kyle Bruggeman, News Net Nebraska
The Nebraska women’s basketball team held a news conference Wednesday to answer any questions before going on the road to challenge Michigan State in Lansing on Thursday.
Head-coach Connie Yori was in high spirits and knows her girls face a tough Spartan team.
“Michigan State has found themselves,” said Yori. “They don’t have a true weakness.”
If the Huskers can win at Michigan State and upset No. 8 Ohio State, it claims the No. 2 seed in the Big Ten Tournament based on conference tie breaking procedures. A win tomorrow would also match the eighth-highest victory total in school history.
The huskers rank 23rd in both the AP and Coach’s Poll after coming off a 68-59 win over Wisconsin at the Devaney Center on Sunday.
Junior guard Lindsey Moore.
“We don’t really know all the time how we rank, we just want to take care of business,” said junior guard Lindsey Moore. And she has by starting 91 consecutive games and ranking 23rd in Nebraska history with 1,059 points.
The huskers look to take advantage of leading scorer Jordan Hooper. The 6-foot-2 sophomore forward from Alliance, Neb., spoke humbly to reporters regarding her scroing. Hooper needs just 34 points to become the first sophomore in Nebraska history to reach the 1,000-point scoring mark.
Defending Big Ten regular-season champion Michigan State heads into Thursday’s game with a win against Purdue in overtime on Sunday in East Lansing. The Spartans biggest threat comes from senior guard Porsche Poole. Poole averages 13.3 points per game while the team together averages 65.9, the huskers average 71.8.
Questions regarding recruiting were on the agenda.
“I think 20 years ago there wasn’t as many kids playing at today’s level,” said Yori when asked about the status of today’s high-school basketball talent in Nebraska. The head coach is known for recruiting within Nebraska and can sometimes be found in the stands of high-school games around the state.
Tip-off between the Huskers and the Spartans is set for Thursday, Feb. 23, 6 pm from the Breslin Center.
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Boys Lacrosse Rules Interpretations - 2017
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Publisher’s Note: The National Federation of State High School Associations is the only source of official high school interpretations. They do not set aside nor modify any rule. They are made and published by the NFHS in response to situations presented. Robert B. Gardner, Publisher, NFHS Publications © 2017
SITUATION 1: B1 is not wearing shoulder pads, arm pads or other mandatory protective equipment. A1, while driving to the goal, has no mouthpiece, the mouthpiece is hanging from his face mask or it is in his mouth but not worn properly. RULING: Stop play, technical violation and award ball to Team B unless the official knows the mouthpiece came out as a result of play. (1-9-1)
SITUATION 2: A1, while driving to the goal, has no mouthpiece, the mouthpiece is hanging from his face mask or it is in his mouth but not worn properly. RULING: Stop play, technical violation, award ball to Team B unless the official knows the mouthpiece came out as a result of play. (1-9-1)
SITUATION 3: During the final two minutes of regulation play, stalling rules will be in effect. A team that is ahead by four goals or less will be warned to “keep it in” once the ball has been brought into its respective goal area. (3-3)
SITUATION 4: Neither situation applies to a designated goalkeeper if he is within his goal crease area at the time the ball becomes stuck. In this case, a defensive player shall be awarded the ball in the crease. (4-7-2 NOTE)
SITUATION 5: B1 (not the goalkeeper) picks up a loose ball or catches a pass while in the crease. As he is coming out of the crease, A1 checks B1’s crosse, causing the ball to enter the goal. RULING: Legal goal. Interference may be called only when the designated goalkeeper is involved. (4-18-2)
SITUATION 6: A1 takes a shot while B1 goalkeeper is away from the crease area. While the shot is in flight, the B2 non-goalkeeper-defender steps in the crease to block the shot. RULING: Play-on until the shot comes to its normal conclusion. If it is B2’s first violation of this type, (a) if the ball did not enter the goal, stop play and award ball to Team A. B2 does not serve penalty time. (b) If the ball entered the goal as a result of the shot, B2’s violation is wiped out by the goal. In either case, B2 would serve a one-minute releasable unsportsmanlike conduct foul for each subsequent violation. If it is B2’s second or any subsequent violation of this type, (a) if the ball did not enter the goal, stop play. B2 will serve a one-minute releasable unsportsmanlike conduct foul. Award the ball to Team A laterally outside of the goal area. (b) If the ball entered the goal as a result of the shot, B2 will serve a one-minute releasable unsportsmanlike conduct foul. Resume play with a faceoff. (4-18-4)
SITUATION 7: “Get It In/Keep It In” situations are: 1. Under two minutes remaining in the game when a team is ahead by four goals or less. (4-31c)
SITUATION 8: During the faceoff, but before possession is gained, A1 pushes B1 who is attempting to secure the ground ball in B’s defensive side of the field. The official awards the ball to B at the spot of the infraction. RULING: Correct procedure. The ball is moved to the offended team’s offensive side of the field only on a pre-whistle violation. (6-5-2)
SITUATION 9: During the last two minutes of regulation play, stalling rules are in effect for the team that is ahead by four goals or less. When the score is tied, or the score differential is five goals or more, neither team is forced to keep the ball in the goal area. (6-10-3)
SITUATION 10: When a penalty occurs and the ball is in the offended team’s offensive half of the field, the ball shall be put in play by the team awarded the ball, at the spot where the ball was when play was suspended. If the ball was in the goal area when play was suspended, it shall be restarted 20 yards laterally outside the goal area. If the ball had crossed the end line prior to the penalty occurring, play shall be restarted at that spot. (7-3)
SITUATION 11: After a faceoff and before possession has been declared or the ball crosses the defensive-area line, B4, who was behind the defensive-area line at the beginning of the faceoff, comes across the defensive-area line to play the loose ball. RULING: Technical foul against B. Ball awarded to Team A at the spot where the ball was when play was suspended. (7-3)
SITUATION 12: While the ball is loose in the crease, A1 interferes with goalkeeper B1. RULING: Play-on situation. If B1 fails to gain possession of the ball, the ball is awarded to Team B at the spot where the ball was at the time of the violation. (7-11-2)
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Skankin’ to the Specials at the Stone Pony
August 7, 2013 / Magdalena / 7 Comments
Enjoy yourself, it’s later than you think
Enjoy yourself, while you’re still in the pink
The years go by, as quickly as you wink
Enjoy yourself, enjoy yourself,
It’s later than you think—The Specials (1980)
Those words were my mantra growing up in the 80’s. These are simple yet profound words of ‘Enjoy Yourself’ by the Specials, a 2-tone ska band from Coventry, England who debuted in 1978. I loved all kinds of 80’s music, but discovering ska was like meeting the love of your life as a teen. Even if the relationship didn’t work out, the infatuation would remain for the rest of my life.
Ska originated in Jamaica in the late 1950’s, and was the precursor to rocksteady and reggae. This upbeat genre combined elements of calypso with American jazz, rhythm and blues. In the early 1960’s, ska was the dominant music genre of Jamaica and popular with British mods. The second wave of ska, originated in Coventry, England in the late 70’s and was a fusion of punk rock, reggae and rock steady. The songs usually had a strong political, social and racial message, with a strong upbeat horn section. The horn section is pivotal to the music and that is what I love most about ska bands. The sound pulses threw me and instantly I get shivers down my spine. The sax? Humdinger. A man who can dance with a sax is equivalent to Avenue32.com granting me free clothing and shoes, delivered to my doorstep accompanied by a life time supply of Veuve Clicquot and Humboldt Fog cheese.
The Specials THEN and NOW – Photo credit: (right) Dean Chalky; (left) Eugene Adebari/Rex of www.theguardian.com
Back in the 80’s, I embraced the rarefied fashion style of the 2-tone ska scene. While the music attracted all walks of life like skin heads, mods and punks, it was the rude boys and rude girls I identified with most. The typical uniform was clean cut, sharp, fitted and sensible. The guys usually wore suits with skinny ties, loafers, flat top haircuts, pork pie hats, fedoras and a closetful of Ben Sherman and Fred Perry polos. Girls preferred a 60’s look with mini skirts, in black and white checked patterns, V-neck sweaters, Fred Perry polos, and Doc Martins. You’d see these boys and girls slobbering all over a souped up Vespa scooter.
Rude Boy fashion style – (photo from Pinterest – no photography credit found.) The ox-blood Doc Martens he is sporting in the left image are the exact pair I wore in college and still own. Some items are too sentimental to detach from.
Rude Girl fashion (photo credit not found on Pinterest.)
Terry Hall from the Specials – 1980s photo. Photo credit: Chalkie Davis
The Specials toured the US in 2010 for their 30th anniversary, but I couldn’t make it to any of the shows. So when they came around this year, there was no way, come hell or high water (think Superstorm Sandy), I would miss them.
The Stone Pony, the iconic music venue in Asbury Park on the Jersey shore, hosted The Specials on July 20th. I was completely beside myself that I would finally get to stare at and drool over front man and style icon Terry Hall. And I was equally excited to meet the fans and photograph them. I knew the fashion would be amazing and transport me back to the Lower East Side of New York in the 80’s.
I attend a lot of shows, but rarely do I get the opportunity to see so many punks, skinheads, mods, rude boys, rude girls, freaks and stylish people all in one space. I loved every second of navigating the venue and schmoozing with fans. The energy was electric, enthusiasm was unbridled and I overheard people exuberantly reminiscing over the Specials in the 80’s.
Me and lead singer Chris Skel of opening band the Skels at the Stone Pony.
(mouse over the slide show to play or stop. Check out some Specials fans.)
I usually head to the stage early to secure a spot, but this time I was out of luck. I was so engrossed with photographing the fans that I arrived too late and ended up at the far end of the stage. The East Coast was experiencing a heat wave and that night was particularly unbearable with an indoor temperature of 95 degrees. Lucky for me, I came prepared with a fan so I could make it through. What transpired next amazed me. After the band was greeted with loud cheers, the lead singer, Terry Hall, strutted onstage in a SUIT! WHAT??!! A suit in the blistering heat? Now that’s stalwart fashion style. Leave it to Terry to stick to his Coventry Rude Boy roots and appear in a suit. HOT DAMN!
Sorry for the lame photo. I couldn’t get closer to the stage. You can just make out Terry singing to the right.
To see better images check out their show at Pier 26 in NYC July 17th, only a couple of days before their gig at the Stone Pony. Terry is sporting his suit.
As for my music festival outfit choice, I initially chose checkered tights, a yellow ombre skirt and a vintage red neck scarf. But the weather won out and I went more casual–a top with a plunging back, paper thin leggings, brogues and a fedora.
The Specials kicked off the evening with ‘Do the Dog‘, a super charged drum pounding beat calling all rebels to ‘Keep on fighting ’till you’re dead.’ By the fifth song, ‘the Rat Race‘ a social commentary about working in the ‘rat race’ as a waste of time, I was covered in sweat and beer. I didn’t mind though, because “Doesn’t Make it Alright‘ a commentary about race relations was next. How foreboding-fast forward in the US, we are still experiencing the same challenges regarding race that plagued England then and continues to this day.
Doesn’t make it allright (1979)
Just because you’re nobody
It doesn’t mean that you’re no good
Just because there’s a reason
It doesn’t mean it’s understood
It doesn’t make it alright
It’s the worst excuse in the world
And it, it doesn’t make it alright
Just because you’re a black boy
Just because you’re a white
It doesn’t mean you’ve got to hate him
It doesn’t mean you’ve got to fight
The night got better when they sang my favorite song, the heavily reggae influenced – ‘Do Nothing‘ with these words that always seemed to be written for me:
DO NOTHING
Each Day I walk along this lonely street
Trying to find, find a future
New pair of shoes are on my feet
Cos’ fashion is my only culture
Nothing ever change, oh no
Nothing ever change
People say to me just be yourself
It makes no sense to follow fashion
How could I be anybody else
I don’t try, I’ve got no reason
My next favorite was the second to last, “Ghost Town“- a song fueled by the despair of high unemployment in England, rioting, racial tension and Thatcherism. This is all sung in a haunting reggae beat with jazz chords, horns blaring, to the wailing back drop of someone who has gone mad. According to keyboardist Jerry Dammers, it was “supposed to sound a bit Middle Eastern, like a prophecy of doom.” Doom indeed, and menacing to boot.
The finale was ‘Enjoy Yourself‘, ironically, something most of us neglect to do. On that night, fans gathered to sing, cheer, laugh and savor the brilliance of a band that will leave a mark in music history.
That evening I had an amazing time dancing with close friends. After the show, we crossed the street to stroll on the boardwalk restored after Hurricane Sandy. Breathing in the ocean air was so good though the heavy humidity was so palpable. With a cold beer in hand, I smiled thinking about the timelessness of great music which made its greatest impact on me during my teen and early adult years. The Specials sounded amazingly energetic. Terry Hall wasn’t jumping all over the place like the rest of the members. Then again, that is not his thing. Angelo Moore, front man of Fishbone, he is not. However, the entire concert was solid, performing songs everyone came to hear and cheer.
Thank you, Specials, for bringing me back to my high school years when I was ‘Too Much Too Young‘, skanked with ‘tude to my most treasured vinyl albums, with great hair and the raddest clothes any 16 year old could sport.
Another Saturday night and another great show from an 80s band. Now, I am eagerly awaiting the arrival of the Selector to make their way to NYC in September. So many shows, so little time.
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You are here: HomeNews and MediaPress RoomNews ReleasesRMEF Funding Bolsters Montana Wildlife Habitat, Research
RMEF Funding Bolsters Montana Wildlife Habitat, Research
MISSOULA, Mont.—The Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation awarded $461,660 in grant funding to help carry out 37 habitat stewardship, research and hunting heritage projects across the state of Montana.
The 2016 funding directly benefits 14,560 acres in Beaverhead, Carbon, Flathead, Gallatin, Garfield, Judith Basin, Lewis and Clark, Lincoln, Madison, Mineral, Missoula, Petroleum, Powder River, Powell, Ravalli, Rosebud, Sanders, Silver Bow and Wheatland Counties. There are also five statewide projects and another that benefits southwestern Montana.
“Montana boasts some prime elk habitat but some areas are badly overgrown with vegetation that blocks the sun from reaching the forest floor thus limiting needed forage. Thinning, prescribed burning and aspen restoration projects will help reverse that,” said Blake Henning, RMEF chief conservation officer. “We also awarded funding for an ongoing, multi-year brucellosis study and predator management research.”
RMEF volunteers in Montana raised the funds via banquets, membership drives and other events in order place money back on their ground in their home state.
Here is a sampling of the Montana projects, listed by county:
Madison County—Improve the health and vigor of aspen stands by removing encroaching conifer through a prescribed burn on 31 acres and cutting conifers from 165 acres in the Southern Gravelly Mountains on the Beaverhead National Forest.
Powder River County—Prescribed burn 1,908 acres of open ponderosa pine stands to improve forage for elk, deer, wild turkey and other wildlife on the Custer National Forest and private land (also benefits Rosebud County).
Sanders County—Apply prescribed burning and noxious weed treatments across 2,500 acres of winter, summer and transitional range north of Thompson Falls in the Cherry and Dry Creek drainages on the Lolo National Forest.
Statewide—Provide funding for a long-term brucellosis surveillance study designed to quantify any transmission risk between elk and livestock as well as determine the effectiveness of various management actions.
Go here for a full project listing.
Partners for the Montana projects include the Beaverhead-Deerlodge, Bitterroot, Custer, Gallatin, Lewis and Clark, Lolo and Kootenai National Forests, Bureau of Land Management, Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks, private landowners, and various sportsmen, civic and other organizations.
Since 1985, RMEF and its partners completed 915 conservation and hunting heritage outreach projects in Montana with a combined value of more than $155.8 million. These projects protected or enhanced 801,882 acres of habitat and have opened or secured public access to 284,297 acres.
Founded 35 years ago, fueled by hunters and a membership of nearly 235,000 strong, RMEF has conserved more than 7.5 million acres for elk and other wildlife. RMEF also works to open and improve public access, fund and advocate for science-based resource management, and ensure the future of America’s hunting heritage. Discover why “Hunting Is Conservation™” at www.rmef.org, www.elknetwork.com or 800-CALL ELK.
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Ski-Wear Brands
Henri Duvillard
Ski Wear by Henri Duvillard
Marketed as a sub-brand from the Degre 7 group, Henri Duvillard (also referred to as H Duvillard or simply Duvillard) is one of the most stylish labels that you'll come across on the slopes or in the bars around Europe's most fashionable resorts.
Henri Duvillard Company History
Henri Duvillard is one of the most charismatic figures of Alpine Ski Racing. Back in the late 1960's and early 70's, the Frenchman was one of the leading lights of the FIS World Cup scene, winning classics such as the Wengen Lauberhorn downhill in 1970 and also becoming one of only seven other skiers to have won World Cup races in every discipline that was run at the time.
Some issues within the French ski team eventually saw him take the remarkable step of retiring from the World Cup scene when he was only 25, and he moved to America to join the US Pro Tour, eventually becoming champion 3 years later.
After retiring from ski racing altogether, Duvillard then helped set up the eponymous ski wear company. Famed for it's stylish design and looks, the brand was taken over in 2001 by the Degre 7 group, although Henri Duvillard has kept his connections with the label, acting as an ambassador for it in France and around the world.
Henri Duvillard Style
The Duvillard label is marketed as Degre 7's extremely chic range of skiwear. To be honest, Degre 7's standard technical range of clothing is extremely good looking and fashionable, but the H.Duvillard range takes it up a notch or two on the chic-ometer.
Henri Duvillard - Performance
As with some of the other highly-fashionable and elegant labels, you will look at some of the Duvillard collections, particularly the fur-trimmed hoods, and wonder if it's more suited to the city than the slopes, but it's close-fitting designs and smart looks are also backed up by extremely high-quality materials and production standards, making it suitable for both.
Henri Duvillard - Pricing
Prices of jackets in Degre 7's "Technical" range tend to average around the 350 to 400 pound mark, and the Duvillard label is higher still, with many of the jackets heading over the 500 pound mark.
Henri Duvillard - Stockists
Henri Duvillard clothing is available at the following Ski and Snow-sports Shops:
Altimus
Snow and Rock
Turners 75
Henri Duvillard - Useful Links
Official Henri Duvillard Website: www.store-henriduvillard.com
Latest Henri Duvillard Gear: Latest Henri Duvillard Ski Clothing Collection
If you like Henri Duvillard then check out: Ski Wear Brands of France
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National Museum of Scotland exhibition: Ming: The Golden Empire
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Ming: The Golden Empire, 27 June – 19 October 2014, National Museum of Scotland
The Ming dynasty (1368–1644) was a period in Chinese history marked by economic strength and a dramatic flourishing of the arts. In this exhibition, see a collection of stunning Ming artefacts from Nanjing Museum, many on display in the UK for the first time.
Ming, meaning brilliant or bright, was a dynasty which fully lived up to its name. Exquisite luxury items and rare objects reveal the wealth and opulence of the Ming imperial court and demonstrate the remarkable cultural, technological and economic achievements of the period.
Encounter beautiful blue and white porcelains with which the Ming period is synonymous, as well as sumptuous silk textiles, gold and jades, and rare examples of elaborately enamelled cloisonné.
A richly coloured painting from the early Ming illustrates the symbolic grandeur and geometrical order of Beijing’s newly built Forbidden City. Paintings and calligraphies by leading painters reveal the preoccupations of the Ming cultural elite, from dreams of escape from official life to philosophical attitudes to the natural world.
Investigating the prosperous Ming economy and its effects on social and cultural systems during the 16th and 17th centuries, the exhibition also reflects on the legacy the Ming has left Chinese culture.
This exhibition has been produced by Nomad Exhibitions in association with Nanjing Museum. Ming: The Golden Empire is sponsored by Baillie Gifford Investment Managers.
National Museum of Scotland
Chambers Street, Edinburgh
www.nms.ac.uk/ming
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American Consumer Culture Undermines All
Greed isn't always good.
By Will Offensicht | February 28, 2008
American consumerism is an extremely powerful cultural force; the concept of buying toys for one's own pleasure is an easy sell all over the world. As we've noted earlier, the Japanese economic miracle depended on the hard work and self-sacrifice of the entire population; when the government officials stopped setting an example of altruistic hard work, the economy went down and stayed down.
Now YouTube shows that self-centered consumerism corrodes nationalistic protest riots:
A video of two young women looting with gay abandon during rioting in the Serbian capital Belgrade was becoming a Balkan smash hit on the video-sharing Web site YouTube Friday.
"Get lost, stop filming," one of them shouted, so laden down with booty that clothes and bags dripped to the ground amid the broken glass below emptied storefronts.
The ostensible reason for the riot was American and European support for Kosovo's independence. Yugoslavia was held together by fear while Tito was alive, but when he died in 1980, the country soon fell apart in war, ethnic cleansing, and a host of other horrors.
Serbia effectively lost Kosovo in 1999 when Mr. Clinton persuaded NATO forces to bomb Serbian forces under Slobodan Milosevic. The Serbs were trying to purge Kosovo of ethnic Albanians (WSJ 22 Feb 2008 p A12); their efforts led to Mr. Milosevic being tried as a war criminal.
Yugoslav unity has been so weakened by the ethnic wars of the 1990's that most of the looters are too young to remember Yugoslavia ever being united. Was this really a nationalistic riot? Have consumerism and greed become a pretext for rioting? The looters continued even after they knew they were being filmed. Is there no sense of shame, no fear of the police?
A sense of nationalism may have sparked the riot, but consumerism certainly gave it legs.
This phenomenon of relatively wealthy people rioting is one aspect of the "revolution of rising expectations." This theory is based on the observation that when people are extremely poor, they spend all their energies working to find the next meal. As people become a little better off, however, they start to focus more on what they don't have than on what they do have.
This is particularly acute when people have access to the Internet and to Western TV and can see how much better off other people are than they perceive themselves to be. Consumerist envy begets a form of entitlement, "I'm just as good as those people, I ought to have what they have." One of the major factors behind the fall of the Berlin Wall was that the East Germans could watch West German TV and see how much better off workers were in the capitalistic part of their country.
Consumerism is also one of the reasons fundamentalist Islamic leaders are so down on America. Osama bin Laden gripes about our soldiers hanging around the Muslim holy sites in Mecca and Medina, but he also disapproves of our self-centered, materialistic culture. He knows very well that as people become addicted to DVDs, iPods, and other American-generated artifacts, they become less and less interested in the more ascetic, self-denying aspects of Islam. One of the reasons the al-Qaeda forces in Iraq have encountered difficulties is that Iraqis don't take kindly to having their fingers cut off as punishment for smoking.
When a society becomes wealthy, history shows that it starts to slide into the down-side of the Confucian Cycle as people stop contributing as much to society at large. As any grandmother will tell you, when a husband and wife become more concerned with taking out of the marriage than with putting into it, divorce follows. Similarly, when most members of society spend more effort taking out than putting in, collapse follows.
Are these hedonistic rioters the wave of the future?
Will Offensicht is a staff writer for Scragged.com and an internationally published author by a different name. Read other Scragged.com articles by Will Offensicht or other articles on Society.
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TBone said:
"Are these hedonistic rioters the wave of the future?" Dear Lord, I hope not. The bigger question is whether Serbia will now join the growing list of anti-Americans around the globe. We are partly to blame for our role in messing with their affairs.
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Lies and Lying Liars
What's wrong with pointing out a blatant falsehood?
By Petrarch | September 14, 2009
Throughout its existence, Scragged has generally tried to maintain a tone of decorum, polite debate, and erudite explanations of political disagreements. Not generally for us the harsh invective of an Ann Coulter, to say nothing of the profanity-laced vulgarities so often found in the haunts of the Left.
This is because we believe that, if we are to have a functioning democracy, some semblance of civility is required. How can you come to agreement, or even compromise, with someone else if you spend all your time screaming at them, throwing tomatoes, and regarding all disagreement as evil? Sooner or later you have to sit down and talk rationally.
What, though, do you do when your opponent is perfectly willing to sit down and talk rationally but nothing he says bears any resemblance to reality?
To choose an extreme example, when Neville Chamberlain met with Adolf Hitler in Munich, he was hosted according to the proper diplomatic forms. Hitler did not punch the British prime minister in the schnoz; no, he shook hands politely, sat down for a nice cup of tea, had a courteous chat, and signed a treaty.
Then Chamberlain went home, and Hitler went right back to slaughtering and invading whoever he darn well pleased. The pretty words and polite handshakes meant nothing whatsoever; instead of a great diplomatic victor, Chamberlain looked a deluded fool and has ever since represented infantile stupidity in the arena of world politics.
Which brings us to Mr. Obama's recent speech on healthcare. The intertubes are bursting with denunciations of Rep. Joe Wilson (R, SC), who right in the middle of the oration, jumped up and shouted at the President "You lie!"
As far as we can ascertain, this is the first time this has ever happened during a formal Presidential address to Congress. Booing and hissing, yes; calling the President a liar after the speech, yes; but standing up right in front of him and condemning what he's saying right then and there? It's unprecedented.
So today, Rep. Wilson is taking fire from both sides. Obviously all the Democrats were appalled and horrified, having conveniently forgotten how many times they openly wished President Bush dead (though, admittedly, not generally to his face). Even other Republicans thought Wilson went too far. Sen. John McCain, the erstwhile Republican presidential candidate, wholeheartedly condemned the incident:
Wilson's behavior was "totally disrespectful," Sen. John McCain, R-Ariz., who had been Obama's rival in the 2008 presidential election, said on CNN. "There is no place for it in that setting, or any other, and he should apologize for it immediately."
Which he did, in the modern language of politically necessary sorries:
This evening I let my emotions get the best of me when listening to the President's remarks regarding the coverage of illegal immigrants in the health care bill. While I disagree with the President's statement, my comments were inappropriate and regrettable. I extend sincere apologies to the President for this lack of civility. [emphasis added]
Aiding and Abetting Lies?
Was Wilson uncivil? Definitely. Was the middle of Mr. Obama's speech the right time and place to call him out? Arguably not; certainly it goes against all our traditions.
Notice, though, that while Wilson apologizes for when he said it, and the way in which he said it, nowhere does he apologize for what he said. There is no need for him to apologize for what he said, because he is right: Mr. Obama was lying, and he lied throughout his speech.
The specific point that threw Wilson over the top was when Mr. Obama said his health plan wouldn't cover illegal aliens. True, the law does state that it's not supposed to. However, it also forbids anyone from checking the citizenship status of applicants; the Democrats have repeatedly defeated Republican amendments to require a legality check for anyone who wants government medical help.
So if the law says "no illegals" but doesn't allow anyone to actually check for illegals or do anything to stop them getting medical care if you catch one... well, then, yeah, in point of fact, Mr. Obama's plan will indeed provide for the health care of any illegal aliens that choose to ask for it, as the Congressional Research Service and even Nancy Pelosi's own San Francisco Examiner admitted.
More Lies
That wasn't the only lie, nor even the worst.
Mr. Obama said "Nothing in our plan requires you to change what you have." - but his law requires all insurance companies to bring their various offerings into compliance with various new regulations and standards which have yet to be defined. So sure, you can keep your plan - until the end of the year when it's time to renew and you find out you can't.
Mr. Obama said that his plan would not add to the deficit. If so, then he must have some secret plan nobody has ever seen, because the Congressional Budget Office has repeatedly declared that all the plans they've seen would add trillions to our debts.
Mr. Obama said "No federal dollars will be used to fund abortions, and federal conscience laws will remain in place." Yet even the left-leaning FactCheck.org, as well as other liberal commentators and politicians, say that's not so:
House and Senate legislation would allow a new "public" insurance plan to cover abortions, despite language added to the House bill that technically forbids using public funds to pay for them. Obama has said in the past that "reproductive services" would be covered by his public plan, so it's likely that any new federal insurance plan would cover abortion unless Congress expressly prohibits that. Low- and moderate-income persons who would choose the "public plan" would qualify for federal subsidies to purchase it. Private plans that cover abortion also could be purchased with the help of federal subsidies. Therefore, we judge that the president goes too far when he calls the statements that government would be funding abortions "fabrications."
We could go on, but the point has been amply made: not only did Mr. Obama's speech contain out-and-out lies, it was riddled with howling whoppers that rise to the level of Hitler's Big Lie Theory of a lie so "colossal" that no one would believe that someone "could have the impudence to distort the truth so infamously."
Surely the President would not dare to give a blatantly false statement in a nationally-televised speech before a joint session of Congress? Except that he did, over and over.
Rep. Wilson was the only man in that room who had the cojones to immediately, publicly, and full-throatedly defend the truth, calling out President Obama for what he was and is: a shameless liar.
All America saw it. Much of America is huffing and puffing in indignation.
Why? Because in their hearts they know Wilson was right, and now they have no excuse to claim ignorance.
Silence in the face of a blatant lie only aids and abets it. Who is the one being disrespectful and uncivil - the one who demeans the office of the Presidency by using the office to cloak lies and deceit? Or the one who stands up for truth, calling things for what they truly are?
The story doesn't say so, but we suspect that the Emperor was somewhat irritated when the impudent child said he had no clothes. What will Mr. Obama do when more and more people gather the courage to say that the President has no truth?
Petrarch is a contributing editor for Scragged. Read other Scragged.com articles by Petrarch or other articles on Partisanship.
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David Sparkman said:
The correct thing that Joe should have done was to stand up and in a loud voice say
"I apologize Mr President, but YOU ARE LYING TO THE AMERICAN PEOPLE AND THIS JOINT SESSION OF CONGRESS. Are you aware that this could be construed as TREASON?"
But hey, he took a short cut. Most people don't have the lung capacity to shout the longer version. I am in the Senator's debt for speaking the truth to power.
ComeSunday said:
Pray tell, why is saying, "you lie" any worse than "booing" what the speaker is saying? Particularly, when what was booed was not what was said, but the man as a whole.
Brittanicus said:
Of all the Immigration enforcements laws that really works E-Verify has settled in to removing illegal immigrants from the workplace. But there is a "Sunset Provision" that could determine its future, since it's specially working for the millions of jobless Americans? Supposedly E-Verification expires on September 30, only days after a Federal judge turned down a desperate delay from the despicable Special interest lobbyists led by the US Chamber of Commerce. On September 8 E-Verify, a contingency of the SAVE ACT was fully implemented mandating that all federal contractors and sub-contractors--MUST--use this computerized identification system.
The American people must understand their is tremendous pressure on anemic members of both political parties to dismantle, store or hinder the E-Verify process as they are the puppets of rich business enterprises.
We must endeavor to continue on raising our voices against the powerful forces that think nothing more than to destroy this valuable commodity called E-Verify. Overtime it will rid from every workplaces of millions of illegal workers, who think they are safe from government intervention. It will save billions of dollars being exported to other lands and sever the tolerant welfare programs, health care, education accessed by illegal low wage earners. E-Verify could introduced in all medical facilities, to check a persons national identity. The expedited message will spread and these lawbreakers will realize that it's fruitless to keep on applying for jobs. Eventually families will start to pack-up and depart for every corner of the earth. But it's up to the American voter to keep relentlessly calling the Washington switchboard 202-224-3121contacting their politicians.
Evaluate each lawmaker at NUMBERSUSA or JUDICIAL WATCH and command them to enforce E-Verify permanently. Not Voluntary for every business, but a mandatory addition for each employer. Fulfill their obligation to build the fence according to Rep. Duncan Hunter R-CA. Keep training the regular police according to the Federal 287 G directive,. Not to Rescind the No Match letter or desist ICE raids or weaken any other enforcement law, such as the 1986 Immigration Control & Reform Act. NOW IT'S UP TO YOU? STARTLING WEBSITE! GOOGLE---IMMIGRATIONCOUNTERS.
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Billie said:
If men could get pregnant, abortion would be not only be legal, it would be funded by some public program, and Planned Parenthood wouldn't have to worry about their doctors, nurses, and practicioners being blown up.
We are truly ignorant in this country if we believe women use abortion for birth control. Speaking of which, you know who really runs things in this country when Viagra, Cialis, and any number of other "male enhancement" drugs are readily available & covered under most prescription drug plans, but BIRTH CONTROL FOR WOMEN is not.
What happened to America? It was taken over by religious zealots who are no better than those in Muslim countries.
This kind of crap has to stop.
jonyfries said:
Interesting take Billie, I can't say I know if abortion would be funded by a public program if men could have babies... but I am quite certain the world would be an entirely different place.
The moral validity of abortion (pro or con) however can not be a viable reason to lie. If you wish to argue that abortion is right and proper then by all means do so. This is a republic with democratic votes, it is well within your rights. And is indeed right and proper for you to argue your point of view.
It is never right and proper to lie about it. I do not and will not pardon it by the right nor the left. The ends, no matter how utopian, will never justify means that can not justify themselves.
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5 reasons why leaving the EU could damage UK science and universities
The EU is a boon to UK science and our universities. The EU provides the funds and the framework for the UK to collaborate and pool resources with our partners, and the spectre of losing these benefits on Brexit, has united the science and educational communities behind the need for us to stay.
Indeed, evidence given to the ongoing House of Lords inquiry on the relationship between EU and UK science was so unanimously in favour of continued membership, that it was left to the reactionary Vote Leave campaign to offer the only pro-"Brexit" case. There were 71 submissions in total…
Here are just 5 reasons why it’s better for Britain to stay in the EU for our burgeoning science industry and UK universities:
1. We receive a lot of pooled science funding from the EU
In fact we do disproportionately well. Out of the 28 EU member states, Britain is at the forefront of securing EU funding. Between 2007-2014 we were the second biggest recipients of funding relative to our size and in real terms – over £5 billion in total.
2. The funds, collaboration and free movement of skills afforded by the EU benefit our universities
When it comes to research funding, British universities receive a higher percentage per institution than any other country in Europe. While our universities prosper from this additional financial firepower, we also benefit from collaboration with other countries, pooling resources, sharing expertise, and saving money by working together to ensure 28 countries don't duplicate the same research. The EU also provides the perfect framework to attract leading academics and top students. If we left the EU, we would leave this vital network.
3. The EU has become a global leader in science, why would we leave?
The EU now produces 34% more science output than the US. It has tripled its science budget at a time when the UK’s has been shrinking. This has protected UK science from its own government's cuts. By working together and sharing people and resources, all 28 European countries have created a world-beating hub of scientific research. Why on earth would we leave such an arrangement and pull out of key collaborations in aerospace, medicine, transport and energy; key growth areas for our economy?
4. If we leave, key scientific sites could close, jobs could be lost, and our competitive advantage wasted
The UK has done very well from these agreements. Sites including the European Medicines Agency and the UK’s booming space industry are dependent on our membership of the EU and the funding it provides. Leaving could put their future into serious doubt. Professor Steve Crowley, who runs the UK’s national laboratory for fusion research – technology that could produce 20 per cent of the world’s electricity – said the UK has “the greatest capability for fusion in the world [and] that capability is supported largely by European money”.
5. The alternative routes are dead ends
There is no clear indication other EU countries would allow us to simply opt back in to EU research projects. In theory they could, but the goalposts would be significantly moved. Under the Norwegian scenario, we would have to stump up the membership fee but lose early access to and influence over research programmes. If we go for the Swiss option, we would be locked in constant negotiations over the terms of each deal, hardly ideal when it comes to the long-term strategic planning needed to for scientific research projects. The lack of certainty and confidence would significantly impact our ability to develop research in key growth areas for our economy.
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Homepage of Stefan Bergheim
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Welcome to my homepage! Thirteen years of work as an economist at four different banks on many different topics are summarized here. From mid-2002 to end-2008 I worked for Deutsche Bank Research in Frankfurt.
At the beginning of 2009 I founded a new think-tank, realizing a dream I had since a 2005 visit to Washington D.C. The work is mostly in German and about Germany. The new website is Zentrum fuer gesellschaftlichen Fortschritt. This old personal site has last been updated in early 2009.
I have a Diploma in economics from Saarbrücken University (1992) and spent three years in the Ph.D. program at the University of Oregon in the USA (1992-95). In late 2007 I completed my dissertation on "Long-Run Growth Forecasting" at WHU in Vallendar with summa cum laude. The book has appeared with Springer in April 2008. A spin-off on pair-wise cointegration was published in early 2007.
Latest commentary
My late July comment in Die Welt on Hurra, wir arbeiten laenger! and my mid-August comment in Frankfurter Rundschau on Was wirklich zaehlt, also in English.
Recent public presentations
On March 18th, 2009 I spoke at the Humanomics conference in Frankfurt, on 26th at Travelindustry in Cologne, on March 27th at IfG Alumni in Muenster and on April 16th at the StraX Seminar in Helsinki. All on happiness and societal progress.
Late 2008 talks were at BBJ conference Deutschland 2020 on November 25th, at LMU in Munich on happiness on November 13, at CAWM of University Muenster on happiness research on October 30th at the 3rd CSR Conference in Berlin on societal progress and CSR on October 9, and on Social Capital and the Progress of Nations at the conference organised by The Social Capital Foundation on September 21.
Happiness and societal progress
My last note for Deutsche Bank Research was on the Broad basis of societal progress (German as Die breite Basis gesellschaftlichen Fortschritts). Die Welt ran a fine story about it, as did WAZ and NZZ.
This note includes a lot of theory and recommendations for action. It builds on the Happy Variety of Capitalism (German: Die glückliche Variante des Kapitalismus). That study was featured in WamS and in an interview on Bloomberg TV. I presented it in Berlin in April 2007 at an event with the Australian Ambassador (reports in Tagesspiegel, in Sueddeutsche and in FTD) and at the conference on Policies for Happiness in Siena, in Berlin in 2007 and at the ZEW/Eucken conference in Freiburg in April 2008. Blogs like New Economist, Flybottle and the Naumann Foundation found it useful.
My first note in the happiness area is from late 2006 on Measures of well-being (German: BIP allein macht nicht glücklich), highlighting that income does not equal happiness.
There is also an application of the "Happy Variety" to 97 regions of Germany: Well-being in Germany (German: Deutschland zum Wohlfuehlen) and was featured in many regional newspapers across Germany (e.g. Frankenpost or Neuruppin).
Global Growth Centres
My main project over the years 2004-06 has been Global Growth Centres, where my colleagues and I looked at 34 economies out until the year 2020. The latest work on Spain 2020 (in German) already uses some of the insights from my dissertation. Another recent use was in a special page in Die Welt in March 2007. The Introductory Study was published in February 2005 in German. The main ideas are summarized in the December 2005 issue of the Journal of Financial Transformation.
In June 2005 I presented Formel-G at the IMF and at AICGS (see also Issue Brief) in Washington. In 2006 I presented it for example in Seoul at Korea Industry Vision 2020 and in Helsinki. Here is my presentation on implications for Europe at the European Futurist Conference (audio) in November 2006 (me in action). The model is also presented in a chapter in Mika Aaltonen's book The Third Lens (honored to be on the Strax board).
The follow-up on human capital (Humankapital) analyses the most important driver of growth. I presented the ideas with a focus on Germany at the DBR symposium with the Spanish education ministry in Berlin in March 2006 and at the Liberales Wirtschaftsforum in Mainz in October. The March 7, 2007 presentation at FOM in Berlin.
In late 2006 a brief note looked at what we can say about productivity developments, labour input and monetary policy (in German).
German growth
The global analysis builds on earlier work on the German growth weakness: Bottleneck Labour (with Macro Neuhaus, Engpassfaktor Arbeit) of 2002 showed that declining labour input was the root cause of Germany's weak growth - and that the resulting decline in the productivity of capital led to lower investment in the second round. I still love the piece.
Attention quickly turned to the reasons for poor work incentives. Reformstau - causes and remedies (with Marco Neuhaus and Stefan Schneider, Reformstau - Ursachen und Lösungen) looked at the 10 most important obstacles.
My 2006 note on the long-term outlook for Japan built on the global growth centres project: Japan 2020 (presentation), also out in German. My 20 minute interview on Bloomberg TV is publicly available (please search that site). An interview in a DB Magazine.
In late 2003 I had the opportunity to visit Tokyo and gain fascinating insights into the workings of the second largest economy. Japan - pain postponed (Japan - Anpassung verschoben) was the result, influenced by the work of Aoki Mikuni, author of "Japan's Policy Trap". In spring 2005, I presented at the Kiel Institute's Business Cycle Conference.
My work on demographics started in 2000 while at Merrill Lynch: German Pensions (with Jan Mantel) looked at the 2000 pension reform and at additional steps necessary. I also organised a conference with Prof. Börsch-Supan and MdB Storm.
My early 2006 study looked at the link between life expectancy, health and growth, one of the trend clusters in the growth centres project: "Live long and prosper!" (German: Hurra, wir leben länger!). It includes my favorite chart showing increasing life expectancy and the stagnating retirement age in Germany.
Earlier, Migration in Germany (deutsch) of 2003 showed that the redistribution of the population in space has a more significant impact on a region's population numbers than declining birth rates. An interdisciplinary project for the Quandt Foundation on Accepting the Demographic Challenge (Herausforderung annehmen) was one of my highlights of 2004.
When I started in the financial industry in 1995, my focus was initially on business cycle analysis and Bundesbank/ECB watching at Dresdner Kleinwort. At Merrill we had European Weeklies and Monthlies and I did a German Quarterly. At JP Morgan I continued my ECB-watching. While most of the business cycle work at DBR is internal only, some like on Deflation or on ECB objectives and task (with Bernhard Speyer) gets published after a delay.
Reviews in "Die Welt"
My book reviews:
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Sistah Sinema Makes Black Women’s History, Launches “The Netflix of Queer Women of Color Film”
by QWOC Media Wire in Activist Interviews, Entertainment & Culture, Featured, Film, Film Amplify, Interviews with 13 Comments
If you’re looking to spend a quiet night in this Valentines Day, Sistah Sinema’s streaming films may be a perfect addition to your plans. Sistah Sinema is an organization that promotes and hosts women of color film screenings nationwide, and–lucky for us–they’re going digital, too.
Queer Women of Color Films Coming to a City (Or Laptop) Near You
On February 14, 2013 they will be launching their newest project in partnership with BuskFilms.com: Sistah Sinema Online, a database of films that can be purchased and streamed instantly. Think “Netflix of queer women of color film.”
The idea for Sistah Sinema came from Founder, Isis Asare’s own experience of community with queer women of color centered around films. “One Sunday everybody was over at my house and…I put on The Aggressives because at that time it was streaming on Netflix…It was just cool to sit in a room of queer women of color and watch the movie.”
Now Sistah Sinema is hosting queer women of color screenings in Seattle, San Antonio, Cleveland and Portland with goals to expand to even more. “My personal goal is for Sistah Sinema to be in ten cities by the end of this year.”
Fostering a Queer Women of Color Film Distribution Network: It Takes a Community
Sistah Sinema screening events offer a unique opportunity to watch films that are often hard to access otherwise. In addition, the events engage the filmmakers and audience in a post film dialogue. Filmmakers that are unable to physically attend screenings participate virtually via Skype or Google Hangout. “If we can’t get the film maker to come…then we try to organize a panel discussion of people in the community that represent the viewpoint presented in the film.”
The combination of screening and dialogue makes Sistah Sinema events much more than just going to see a movie, it creates the kind of community that has always been at the heart of the their goals.
Since the option of attending screening events is only available to those living in certain cities, Isis explained that the vision for Sistah Sinema Online is to “expand that support network and have it available for more queer women of color.”
The site will launch with over twenty films available to watch instantly from your computer, including some popular black lesbian classics. As an exclusive, Isis revealed, “We executed a four movie deal for Sistah Sinema online with First Run Features for The Watermelon Women, The Early Works of Cheryl Dunye, Lavender Limelight, and The Owls.”
Currently films will be available for pay-per-view style streaming, but as the site gains momentum, payment will switch to a monthly subscription fee allowing the viewer to watch unlimited. “The plan is to grow it into a national distribution network for queer women of color films.”
Forging New Partnerships: QWOC Media Wire To Lead QWOC Film Discussions
To this end, QWOC Media Wire and Sistah Sinema have recently entered a partnership to foster more dialogue around films and other visual media produced by queer women of color.
Says Spectra, outspoken media advocate and founder of QWOC Media Wire, “As a media advocacy organization, our mission is to promote media produced for and by queer women and trans* people of color, as well as lead national conversations about representations of queer people of color in LGBT and mainstream media... So, this was a natural pairing for us.”
As part of the partnership, Sistah Sinema and QWOC Media Wire will be collaborating with queer women of color filmmakers on PR and press communications in anticipation of feature releases, including offering audiences sneak peeks, exclusive filmmaker and cast interviews, and more. Says Isis, “In a society that often places QWOC on the margins, QWOC Media Wire is a critical space and platform to foster discussion of queer women of color movies…”
“It’s not enough to make films, or write books,” says Spectra, “They need to be discussed and critiqued by informed audiences. Hence, publishing film reviews and facilitating discussions about film with other key players committed to QWOC visibility in media–sites like Elixher.com and non-profit programs like Queer Women of Color Media Arts Project–are an important part of our strategy. We’re really looking forward to it.”
For more information about Sistah Sinema “Like” their Facebook fan page. Check out Sistah Sinema Online, launching February 14th. Now how’s that for QWOC Love.
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New albums: Lambchop, Ibibio Sound Machine, These New Puritans, Lucy Rose, Jenny Lewis, The Hare and Hoofe, Olcay Bahir, Jayda G
Ibibio Sound Machine’s Eno Williams
This week? New experimentation by Lambchop’s Kurt Wagner, dance-funk from Ibibio Sound Machine, complex melancholy from These New Puritans, hilarious prog rockers Hare and Hoofe, and fabulous female singer-songwriters
In albums, ambient, classical, country, dance music, electronica, experimental, funk, folk, indie, jazz, pop, post-punk, punk, soul Tags albums, new releases, Lambchop, Kurt Wagner, Ibibio Sound Machine, These New Puritans, Lucy Rose, Jenny Lewis, The Hare and Hoofe, Olcay Bahir, Jayda G, City Slang, Merge Records, Infectious Records, Communion Records, Warner Bros, Arc Music, Ninja Tune
New album releases for week beginning 22 May 2017
This week we include the Charlatans and starry guests, plus Jane Weaver, Resistance Radio – early covers including by Kelis and Beck, Kraftwerk's 3D live album, and a Beatles' Sgt Pepper 50th anniversary edition
Tags new releases, albums, The Charlatans, Jane Weaver, Resistance Radio, Sam Cohen, Dangermouse, Beck, Angel Olsen, Grandaddy, Michael Kiwanuka, Kelis, The Beatles, Kraftwerk, Johnny Marr, Paul Weller, New Order, Lambchop, Kurt Wagner
Bowie to the Beach: favourite and fitting albums of 2016 – part 1
December 20, 2016 Peter Kimpton
Farewell, Mr Bowie. And thank you.
Bowie? Beyonce? There's no such thing as the best album of the year. But instead we round up favourites, apt and lesser known new albums as suggested by readers in part 1 from a profound 2016
Tags new releases, albums, 2016, David Bowie, Beyonce, Bon Iver, Savages, Radiohead, Mogwai, Okkervil River, Cate Le Bon, Biffy Clyro, Lambchop, Blood Orange, Divine Comedy, Weyes Blood, Unloved, Anohni, Antony Hegarty, Cass McCombs, Whiskey Myers, Mudcrutch, Frightened Rabbit, Whyte Horses, Iggy Pop, Car Seat Headrest, Nick Cave, A Tribe Called Quest, Viola Beach
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2019-05-22 Single Family Traditional 277 Oak Branch Simpsonville, SC 29681 $294,000 2,999 sq. ft. 7,405 sq. ft. $98
2019-05-22 Single Family Traditional 104 Heathermoor Simpsonville, SC 29680 $249,900 3,199 sq. ft. $78
2019-05-22 Single Family Traditional 137 Heritage Point Simpsonville, SC 29681 $299,900 3,599 sq. ft. 9,583 sq. ft. $83
2019-05-22 Single Family Patio; Craftsman 239 Heathbury Simpsonville, SC 29681 $330,000 2,599 sq. ft. 8,276 sq. ft. $127
2019-05-22 Single Family Traditional 215 River Walk Simpsonville, SC 29681 $435,000 3,399 sq. ft. 15,682 sq. ft. $128
2019-05-22 Single Family Traditional 108 Calavara Simpsonville, SC 29681 $269,900 2,799 sq. ft. 8,712 sq. ft. $96
2019-05-22 Single Family Traditional 5 Santee Simpsonville, SC 29680 $229,900 2,399 sq. ft. 10,890 sq. ft. $96
2019-05-22 Single Family Traditional 14 Whiteside Simpsonville, SC 29680 $283,000 2,199 sq. ft. 13,068 sq. ft. $129
2019-05-22 Single Family Traditional 30 Barlow Simpsonville, SC 29681 $329,900 3,199 sq. ft. 10,454 sq. ft. $103
2019-05-22 Single Family Traditional 110 Carsons Pond Simpsonville, SC 29681 $300,000 3,199 sq. ft. 26,136 sq. ft. $94
2019-05-21 Single Family Traditional; Craftsman 219 Raleighwood Simpsonville, SC 29681 $291,700 2,599 sq. ft. $112
2019-05-21 Single Family Traditional; Craftsman 1105 Draycott Simpsonville, SC 29681 $265,400 2,199 sq. ft. 7,841 sq. ft. $121
2019-05-21 Single Family Traditional 8 Morton Grove Simpsonville, SC 29681 $349,900 2,799 sq. ft. 9,148 sq. ft. $125
2019-05-21 Single Family Traditional; Craftsman 14 Chadmore Simpsonville, SC 29680 $259,800 2,799 sq. ft. 6,970 sq. ft. $93
2019-05-21 Single Family Ranch 14 Heatherfield Simpsonville, SC 29680 $179,900 1,399 sq. ft. 5,663 sq. ft. $129
2019-05-21 Single Family Traditional 106 Nottinghill Simpsonville, SC 29681 $522,900 4,999 sq. ft. 11,761 sq. ft. $105
2019-05-20 Single Family Traditional 9 Walnut Trace Simpsonville, SC 29681 $465,000 3,599 sq. ft. 25,700 sq. ft. $129
2019-05-20 Single Family Traditional 810 Camberwell Simpsonville, SC 29680 $219,144 1,999 sq. ft. 6,970 sq. ft. $110
2019-05-20 Single Family Traditional 26 Chapel Hill Simpsonville, SC 29681 $249,500 2,399 sq. ft. 7,405 sq. ft. $104
2019-05-19 Single Family Victorian 312 Main Simpsonville, SC 29681 $359,900 1,799 sq. ft. 21,780 sq. ft. $200
2019-05-19 Single Family Traditional 510 Lancelot Simpsonville, SC 29681 $314,900 2,999 sq. ft. 22,216 sq. ft. $105
2019-05-19 Single Family Contemporary 39 Pfeiffer Simpsonville, SC 29681 $224,900 1,799 sq. ft. $125
2019-05-19 Single Family Traditional 27 Leafmore Simpsonville, SC 29680 $467,939 3,799 sq. ft. 15,682 sq. ft. $123
2019-05-19 Single Family Traditional; Craftsman 23 Leafmore Simpsonville, SC 29680 $483,572 4,399 sq. ft. 16,117 sq. ft. $110
2019-05-18 Single Family Traditional 316 Heritage Point Simpsonville, SC 29681 $325,000 3,999 sq. ft. 11,761 sq. ft. $81
2019-05-18 Single Family Tri/Split Level 4 Chatwood Simpsonville, SC 29680 $175,000 1,999 sq. ft. 13,068 sq. ft. $88
2019-05-18 Single Family Traditional 115 Chestnut Pond Simpsonville, SC 29681 $685,000 3,599 sq. ft. $190
2019-05-18 Single Family Traditional; Craftsman 121 Kettle Oak Simpsonville, SC 29680 $339,900 4,399 sq. ft. 8,712 sq. ft. $77
2019-05-18 Single Family Traditional 1 Glenbriar Simpsonville, SC 29681 $439,000 3,399 sq. ft. 23,087 sq. ft. $129
2019-05-17 Single Family Craftsman 613 Torridon Simpsonville, SC 29681 $346,990 2,999 sq. ft. 7,405 sq. ft. $116
2019-05-17 Single Family Patio 205 Marefair Simpsonville, SC 29680 $209,900 1,799 sq. ft. 6,970 sq. ft. $117
2019-05-17 Single Family Traditional 3 Laurel Oak Simpsonville, SC 29681 $477,500 3,999 sq. ft. 16,988 sq. ft. $119
2019-05-17 Single Family Traditional 405 Carriage Hill Simpsonville, SC 29681 $474,500 3,599 sq. ft. 14,375 sq. ft. $132
2019-05-17 Single Family Traditional 309 Oakboro Simpsonville, SC 29680 $230,000 2,199 sq. ft. 13,939 sq. ft. $105
2019-05-17 Single Family Traditional 202 Picton Simpsonville, SC 29680 $273,300 2,799 sq. ft. 12,197 sq. ft. $98
2019-05-16 Single Family Tri/Split Level 12 Chatwood Simpsonville, SC 29680 $157,500 1,799 sq. ft. 10,890 sq. ft. $88
2019-05-16 Single Family Ranch 120 Saddlemount Simpsonville, SC 29680 $199,900 1,799 sq. ft. 8,712 sq. ft. $111
2019-05-16 Single Family Ranch; Traditional 109 New Castle Simpsonville, SC 29680 $101,900 1,199 sq. ft. 10,890 sq. ft. $85
2019-05-16 Single Family Traditional 4 Eagleston Simpsonville, SC 29680 $199,900 2,199 sq. ft. 13,939 sq. ft. $91
2019-05-16 Single Family Ranch 126 Riverland Woods Simpsonville, SC 29681 $379,073 2,599 sq. ft. 12,632 sq. ft. $146
2019-05-16 Single Family Traditional 419 Coleridge Simpsonville, SC 29681 $462,900 3,599 sq. ft. 24,829 sq. ft. $129
2019-05-16 Single Family European 225 Kilgore Simpsonville, SC 29681 $919,000 5,199 sq. ft. 47,480 sq. ft. $177
2019-05-16 Single Family Traditional 400 Tulip Tree Simpsonville, SC 29680 $217,500 1,999 sq. ft. 10,890 sq. ft. $109
2019-05-16 Single Family Ranch 101 Arlen Simpsonville, SC 29681 $154,900 1,399 sq. ft. 13,068 sq. ft. $111
2019-05-16 Single Family Traditional 208 Abbey Gardens Simpsonville, SC 29681 $375,000 4,599 sq. ft. 8,712 sq. ft. $82
2019-05-16 Single Family Traditional 229 Chestatee Simpsonville, SC 29680 $289,000 3,399 sq. ft. 8,712 sq. ft. $85
2019-05-16 Single Family Craftsman 203 Lambert Simpsonville, SC 29680 $289,668 2,799 sq. ft. 8,276 sq. ft. $103
2019-05-16 Single Family Ranch 717 Troutdale Simpsonville, SC 29680 $279,003 2,199 sq. ft. 9,148 sq. ft. $127
2019-05-16 Single Family Traditional 115 Pinehaven Simpsonville, SC 29680 $479,000 3,599 sq. ft. 44,431 sq. ft. $133
2019-05-16 Single Family Traditional 208 Oystercatcher Simpsonville, SC 29681 $324,900 2,999 sq. ft. 8,276 sq. ft. $108
2019-05-16 Single Family Traditional 105 Brook Hollow Simpsonville, SC 29681 $495,000 3,999 sq. ft. 18,295 sq. ft. $124
2019-05-16 Single Family Traditional 220 Mercer Simpsonville, SC 29681 $277,500 3,199 sq. ft. 6,970 sq. ft. $87
2019-05-16 Single Family Traditional 405 Cotton Hall Simpsonville, SC 29681 $234,900 2,399 sq. ft. 10,890 sq. ft. $98
2019-05-16 Single Family Ranch 234 Perry Simpsonville, SC 29681 $179,900 1,799 sq. ft. 19,166 sq. ft. $100
2019-05-15 Single Family Traditional 63 Chapel Hill Simpsonville, SC 29681 $330,000 3,399 sq. ft. 10,454 sq. ft. $97
2019-05-15 Single Family Traditional 507 Rustic Outland Simpsonville, SC 29681 $559,740 2,999 sq. ft. 14,810 sq. ft. $187
2019-05-15 Single Family Traditional 313 Braxton Meadow Simpsonville, SC 29681 $579,390 3,199 sq. ft. 16,117 sq. ft. $181
2019-05-15 Single Family Craftsman 225 Ashcroft Simpsonville, SC 29681 $379,000 3,999 sq. ft. 17,860 sq. ft. $95
2019-05-15 Single Family Traditional 1 Candleston Simpsonville, SC 29681 $425,000 5,199 sq. ft. 14,810 sq. ft. $82
2019-05-15 Single Family European 6 Calaverdi Simpsonville, SC 29681 $875,000 4,199 sq. ft. 29,185 sq. ft. $208
2019-05-15 Single Family Ranch 11 Pasture View Simpsonville, SC 29680 $189,000 1,599 sq. ft. 8,712 sq. ft. $118
2019-05-15 Single Family Traditional 31 Grand River Simpsonville, SC 29681 $349,900 3,999 sq. ft. $88
2019-05-14 Single Family Traditional 27 Tellico Simpsonville, SC 29680 $255,000 2,399 sq. ft. 6,534 sq. ft. $106
2019-05-14 Single Family Traditional 204 Lakeway Simpsonville, SC 29681 $483,329 4,199 sq. ft. 24,829 sq. ft. $115
2019-05-14 Single Family Ranch; Traditional 124 Ashdown Simpsonville, SC 29680 $158,888 1,199 sq. ft. $133
2019-05-14 Single Family Contemporary; Traditional 706 Pawleys Simpsonville, SC 29681 $474,900 3,799 sq. ft. 12,197 sq. ft. $125
2019-05-14 Single Family Ranch; Craftsman 8 Dandie Simpsonville, SC 29680 $234,900 2,199 sq. ft. 8,712 sq. ft. $107
2019-05-14 Single Family Patio 133 Forest Lake Simpsonville, SC 29681 $169,500 1,399 sq. ft. $121
2019-05-13 Single Family Ranch 112 Canebreak Simpsonville, SC 29681 $198,500 1,799 sq. ft. 10,890 sq. ft. $110
2019-05-13 Single Family Ranch; Traditional 30 Northfield Simpsonville, SC 29681 $169,900 1,399 sq. ft. 9,148 sq. ft. $121
2019-05-13 Single Family Ranch 111 Lori Simpsonville, SC 29681 $350,000 1,799 sq. ft. $195
2019-05-13 Single Family Traditional 415 Spring Meadow Simpsonville, SC 29680 $224,000 2,399 sq. ft. 12,197 sq. ft. $93
2019-05-12 Single Family Ranch 106 Granary Simpsonville, SC 29681 $169,900 1,399 sq. ft. 8,712 sq. ft. $121
2019-05-12 Single Family Traditional 301 Pemaquid Simpsonville, SC 29681 $200,000 1,799 sq. ft. 4,356 sq. ft. $111
2019-05-11 Single Family Traditional; Craftsman 251 Scotts Bluff Simpsonville, SC 29681 $445,732 4,199 sq. ft. 25,265 sq. ft. $106
2019-05-11 Single Family Bungalow 115 Todd Simpsonville, SC 29681 $140,000 1,199 sq. ft. 18,731 sq. ft. $117
2019-05-10 Single Family Ranch 200 Staffordshire Simpsonville, SC 29681 $189,000 1,799 sq. ft. $105
2019-05-10 Single Family Traditional 217 Bergen Simpsonville, SC 29681 $299,900 2,799 sq. ft. $107
2019-05-10 Single Family Traditional 117 Kingswood Simpsonville, SC 29681 $350,000 2,199 sq. ft. 204,732 sq. ft. $159
2019-05-10 Single Family Traditional 113 Fox Den Simpsonville, SC 29681 $235,000 2,799 sq. ft. 11,326 sq. ft. $84
2019-05-10 Single Family Traditional; Craftsman 163 Border Simpsonville, SC 29680 $239,900 2,999 sq. ft. 6,970 sq. ft. $80
2019-05-10 Single Family Colonial 25 Golden Acre Simpsonville, SC 29681 $241,999 2,599 sq. ft. 9,148 sq. ft. $93
2019-05-10 Single Family Bungalow 303 Kincade Simpsonville, SC 29681 $195,000 1,999 sq. ft. $98
2019-05-10 Single Family Colonial 105 Tulip Tree Simpsonville, SC 29680 $259,900 2,599 sq. ft. 9,148 sq. ft. $100
2019-05-10 Single Family Traditional 20 Heather Stone Simpsonville, SC 29680 $235,000 2,599 sq. ft. 10,454 sq. ft. $90
2019-05-10 Single Family Traditional 15 Sycamore Ridge Simpsonville, SC 29681 $445,000 3,399 sq. ft. 25,700 sq. ft. $131
2019-05-10 Single Family Traditional 203 Crossvine Simpsonville, SC 29680 $229,900 2,599 sq. ft. 26,572 sq. ft. $88
2019-05-10 Single Family Ranch 15 Raven Falls Simpsonville, SC 29681 $268,500 2,199 sq. ft. 6,970 sq. ft. $122
2019-05-10 Single Family Ranch 1613 Bethel Simpsonville, SC 29681 $192,000 2,199 sq. ft. 48,787 sq. ft. $87
2019-05-10 Single Family Craftsman 201 Wateree Simpsonville, SC 29680 $215,000 1,999 sq. ft. 10,890 sq. ft. $108
2019-05-10 Single Family Traditional 301 Joseph Fletcher Simpsonville, SC 29681 $724,900 3,799 sq. ft. 12,197 sq. ft. $191
2019-05-10 Single Family Traditional 100 Sandusky Simpsonville, SC 29680 $324,900 3,199 sq. ft. 14,810 sq. ft. $102
2019-05-10 Single Family Craftsman 117 Cameron Creek Simpsonville, SC 29681 $269,900 2,799 sq. ft. 6,970 sq. ft. $96
2019-05-10 Single Family Charleston 123 Carruth Simpsonville, SC 29680 $249,900 2,199 sq. ft. 6,534 sq. ft. $114
2019-05-10 Single Family Traditional 213 Dante Simpsonville, SC 29681 $349,900 2,999 sq. ft. 13,504 sq. ft. $117
2019-05-10 Single Family Contemporary 431 Riverdale Simpsonville, SC 29680 $245,000 3,199 sq. ft. 7,405 sq. ft. $77
2019-05-09 Single Family Charleston 116 Austin Brook Simpsonville, SC 29680 $235,000 1,999 sq. ft. 7,841 sq. ft. $118
2019-05-09 Single Family Traditional 3 Lake Valley Simpsonville, SC 29681 $242,500 2,599 sq. ft. 9,148 sq. ft. $93
2019-05-09 Single Family Craftsman 804 Troutdale Simpsonville, SC 29680 $310,742 3,199 sq. ft. 9,148 sq. ft. $97
2019-05-09 Single Family Traditional 1 Innisbrook Simpsonville, SC 29681 $214,900 2,199 sq. ft. 13,068 sq. ft. $98
2019-05-09 Single Family Craftsman 101 Ramapo Simpsonville, SC 29681 $270,000 3,199 sq. ft. 8,712 sq. ft. $84
2019-05-09 Single Family Tri/Split Level 408 Agewood Simpsonville, SC 29680 $165,000 1,599 sq. ft. 13,068 sq. ft. $103
2019-05-08 Single Family Ranch 109 Wateree Simpsonville, SC 29680 $214,900 1,999 sq. ft. 10,019 sq. ft. $108
2019-05-08 Single Family Traditional 411 Strathpine Simpsonville, SC 29681 $385,000 4,399 sq. ft. 10,890 sq. ft. $88
2019-05-08 Single Family Craftsman 226 Lovelace Simpsonville, SC 29681 $288,400 2,799 sq. ft. 9,148 sq. ft. $103
2019-05-08 Single Family Traditional 105 Wild Horse Creek Simpsonville, SC 29680 $249,850 2,199 sq. ft. 16,117 sq. ft. $114
2019-05-08 Single Family Traditional 22 Ruby Lake Simpsonville, SC 29681 $499,900 4,799 sq. ft. 10,019 sq. ft. $104
2019-05-08 Single Family Craftsman 37 Lazy Willow Simpsonville, SC 29681 $310,000 2,599 sq. ft. 8,712 sq. ft. $119
2019-05-08 Single Family Colonial; Traditional 207 Doonbeg Simpsonville, SC 29681 $524,000 3,999 sq. ft. 28,314 sq. ft. $131
2019-05-08 Single Family Traditional 3 Manorwood Simpsonville, SC 29681 $262,000 2,599 sq. ft. 10,019 sq. ft. $101
2019-05-07 Single Family Bungalow 8 Caitlin Simpsonville, SC 29680 $329,900 2,999 sq. ft. 5,663 sq. ft. $110
2019-05-07 Single Family Bungalow 414 Curtis Simpsonville, SC 29681 $199,900 1,799 sq. ft. 21,780 sq. ft. $111
2019-05-07 Single Family Traditional 21 Vaughns Mill Simpsonville, SC 29681 $495,000 3,599 sq. ft. 38,333 sq. ft. $138
2019-05-07 Single Family Cape Cod 105 Goldenrain Simpsonville, SC 29680 $195,000 2,199 sq. ft. $89
2019-05-07 Single Family Craftsman 209 Loxley Simpsonville, SC 29680 $269,900 1,999 sq. ft. 7,405 sq. ft. $135
2019-05-06 Single Family Traditional 428 Meringer Simpsonville, SC 29680 $472,000 3,199 sq. ft. 14,810 sq. ft. $148
2019-05-06 Single Family Craftsman 104 Cloverdale Simpsonville, SC 29681 $190,000 1,399 sq. ft. 19,602 sq. ft. $136
2019-05-06 Single Family Traditional 511 Twin Falls Simpsonville, SC 29680 $176,500 1,599 sq. ft. $110
2019-05-06 Single Family Tri/Split Level 209 Balcome Simpsonville, SC 29681 $214,900 2,399 sq. ft. 35,719 sq. ft. $90
2019-05-06 Single Family Ranch 114 Ment Simpsonville, SC 29680 $139,900 1,599 sq. ft. 16,117 sq. ft. $87
2019-05-06 Single Family Ranch 4 Glohaven Simpsonville, SC 29681 $258,000 2,599 sq. ft. $99
2019-05-06 Single Family Ranch 101 Redstem Simpsonville, SC 29681 $185,000 1,599 sq. ft. 7,841 sq. ft. $116
2019-05-06 Single Family Bungalow 808 Camberwell Simpsonville, SC 29680 $241,655 2,199 sq. ft. 6,970 sq. ft. $110
2019-05-06 Single Family Patio; Ranch; Traditional 234 Hatteras Simpsonville, SC 29680 $185,000 1,599 sq. ft. 26,136 sq. ft. $116
2019-05-06 Single Family Traditional 2 Oxbow Simpsonville, SC 29680 $189,900 1,999 sq. ft. 9,148 sq. ft. $95
2019-05-06 Single Family Traditional 26 Cedarcrest Simpsonville, SC 29680 $319,900 2,199 sq. ft. 16,117 sq. ft. $145
2019-05-05 Single Family Tri/Split Level 110 Benwood Simpsonville, SC 29680 $187,500 1,799 sq. ft. 12,632 sq. ft. $104
2019-05-04 Single Family Traditional 401 Plantation Simpsonville, SC 29681 $489,900 3,399 sq. ft. 39,204 sq. ft. $144
2019-05-04 Single Family Ranch; Traditional 300 Plamondon Simpsonville, SC 29680 $259,900 2,399 sq. ft. 10,890 sq. ft. $108
2019-05-04 Single Family Traditional 224 Strasburg Simpsonville, SC 29681 $350,000 2,999 sq. ft. 10,454 sq. ft. $117
2019-05-04 Single Family Traditional 213 Squires Creek Simpsonville, SC 29681 $225,000 2,399 sq. ft. 16,988 sq. ft. $94
2019-05-03 Single Family Traditional 114 Brandon Simpsonville, SC 29681 $549,500 3,799 sq. ft. 43,560 sq. ft. $145
2019-05-03 Single Family Craftsman 330 Belle Oaks Simpsonville, SC 29680 $264,500 1,799 sq. ft. 5,663 sq. ft. $147
2019-05-03 Single Family Ranch; Craftsman 32 Flintwood Simpsonville, SC 29681 $300,000 2,599 sq. ft. 5,227 sq. ft. $115
2019-05-03 Single Family Traditional 6 Churchwill Simpsonville, SC 29680 $195,000 2,399 sq. ft. 7,841 sq. ft. $81
2019-05-03 Single Family Cape Cod; Traditional 905 Spring Glen Simpsonville, SC 29680 $205,000 2,199 sq. ft. 16,553 sq. ft. $93
2019-05-03 Single Family Traditional 4 European Plum Simpsonville, SC 29681 $249,000 2,799 sq. ft. 14,375 sq. ft. $89
2019-05-03 Single Family Craftsman 18 Glen Ivy Simpsonville, SC 29681 $295,000 2,799 sq. ft. 4,356 sq. ft. $105
2019-05-03 Single Family Traditional 109 Fremont Simpsonville, SC 29680 $339,900 3,199 sq. ft. 7,405 sq. ft. $106
2019-05-03 Single Family Ranch; Traditional 104 Cranebill Simpsonville, SC 29680 $212,900 1,999 sq. ft. 8,712 sq. ft. $106
2019-05-03 Single Family Ranch 104 Granary Simpsonville, SC 29681 $174,900 1,999 sq. ft. 9,148 sq. ft. $87
2019-05-03 Single Family Ranch 121 Bathurst Simpsonville, SC 29681 $195,000 1,999 sq. ft. 9,148 sq. ft. $98
2019-05-03 Single Family Traditional 208 St Lucie Simpsonville, SC 29681 $280,000 3,399 sq. ft. 8,276 sq. ft. $82
2019-05-03 Single Family Traditional 125 Horsepen Simpsonville, SC 29681 $248,000 2,599 sq. ft. 12,632 sq. ft. $95
2019-05-02 Single Family Craftsman 135 Modesto Simpsonville, SC 29681 $536,266 3,199 sq. ft. 55,321 sq. ft. $168
2019-05-02 Single Family Craftsman 92 Modesto Simpsonville, SC 29681 $594,303 4,199 sq. ft. 65,340 sq. ft. $142
2019-05-02 Single Family Traditional 5 Nermal Simpsonville, SC 29681 $234,900 2,199 sq. ft. 15,246 sq. ft. $107
2019-05-02 Single Family Traditional 4 Chewink Simpsonville, SC 29680 $319,900 4,399 sq. ft. $73
2019-05-02 Single Family Cape Cod 216 Larchwood Simpsonville, SC 29680 $162,000 1,399 sq. ft. $116
2019-05-02 Single Family Ranch; Traditional 106 Coalmont Simpsonville, SC 29681 $164,900 1,399 sq. ft. 13,068 sq. ft. $118
2019-05-02 Single Family Craftsman 5 Thorncliff Simpsonville, SC 29681 $369,900 2,799 sq. ft. 10,890 sq. ft. $132
2019-05-02 Single Family Craftsman 162 Border Simpsonville, SC 29680 $239,900 2,999 sq. ft. 6,970 sq. ft. $80
2019-05-02 Single Family Traditional 63 Border Simpsonville, SC 29680 $229,500 2,599 sq. ft. 7,841 sq. ft. $88
2019-05-02 Single Family Traditional 1 Alexander Manor Simpsonville, SC 29680 $419,900 4,399 sq. ft. 44,867 sq. ft. $95
2019-05-02 Single Family Traditional 82 Forest Lake Simpsonville, SC 29681 $250,000 2,199 sq. ft. 10,890 sq. ft. $114
2019-05-02 Single Family Traditional 406 Marefair Simpsonville, SC 29680 $233,500 2,399 sq. ft. 6,098 sq. ft. $97
2019-05-02 Single Family Craftsman 317 Bellona Simpsonville, SC 29681 $220,000 1,999 sq. ft. 10,019 sq. ft. $110
2019-05-02 Single Family Ranch; Craftsman 12 Rusty Simpsonville, SC 29680 $185,000 1,799 sq. ft. 10,890 sq. ft. $103
2019-05-02 Single Family Traditional 8 Candor Simpsonville, SC 29668 $254,000 2,599 sq. ft. $98
2019-05-02 Single Family Ranch 15 Bamburgh Brae Simpsonville, SC 29681 $268,500 2,399 sq. ft. 10,454 sq. ft. $112
2019-05-02 Single Family Traditional 204 Chariot Simpsonville, SC 29681 $239,900 2,599 sq. ft. 14,810 sq. ft. $92
2019-05-01 Single Family Patio; Ranch; Traditional 228 Heathbury Simpsonville, SC 29681 $272,500 2,199 sq. ft. 9,583 sq. ft. $124
2019-05-01 Single Family Traditional 100 Eagleston Simpsonville, SC 29680 $229,900 1,999 sq. ft. $115
2019-05-01 Single Family Traditional 347 Bridge Crossing Simpsonville, SC 29681 $367,000 4,799 sq. ft. 7,841 sq. ft. $76
2019-05-01 Single Family Traditional 8 Kennard Simpsonville, SC 29681 $324,800 3,399 sq. ft. 10,019 sq. ft. $96
2019-05-01 Single Family Traditional 10 Argyle Simpsonville, SC 29681 $182,500 1,799 sq. ft. 6,098 sq. ft. $101
2019-05-01 Single Family Traditional 15 Grand River Simpsonville, SC 29681 $334,900 3,799 sq. ft. 8,276 sq. ft. $88
2019-05-01 Single Family Ranch 175 Lee Vaughn Simpsonville, SC 29681 $400,000 1,599 sq. ft. 187,308 sq. ft. $250
2019-05-01 Single Family Traditional; Craftsman 205 Pinion Simpsonville, SC 29680 $300,000 3,199 sq. ft. 9,583 sq. ft. $94
2019-05-01 Single Family Patio; Ranch; Traditional 20 Magnolia Simpsonville, SC 29681 $249,900 2,199 sq. ft. 7,841 sq. ft. $114
2019-05-01 Single Family Ranch 103 Deerwood Simpsonville, SC 29681 $195,000 1,999 sq. ft. 60,984 sq. ft. $98
2019-05-01 Single Family Traditional 514 Poinsettia Simpsonville, SC 29681 $324,900 2,399 sq. ft. 42,253 sq. ft. $135
2019-05-01 Single Family Traditional 206 Winding River Simpsonville, SC 29681 $334,900 3,399 sq. ft. 13,504 sq. ft. $99
2019-05-01 Single Family Traditional 332 Carters Creek Simpsonville, SC 29681 $399,900 2,999 sq. ft. 15,246 sq. ft. $133
2019-04-30 Single Family Tri/Split Level 12 Chuckwood Simpsonville, SC 29680 $159,900 1,799 sq. ft. 10,454 sq. ft. $89
2019-04-30 Single Family Traditional 8 Minots Ledge Simpsonville, SC 29681 $190,000 1,599 sq. ft. 436 sq. ft. $119
2019-04-30 Single Family Craftsman 109 Rosecrest Simpsonville, SC 29680 $389,000 2,599 sq. ft. 25,265 sq. ft. $150
2019-04-30 Single Family Traditional 1 Wynterhall Simpsonville, SC 29681 $233,500 2,199 sq. ft. 9,148 sq. ft. $106
2019-04-30 Single Family Traditional; European 212 Waverly Hall Simpsonville, SC 29681 $489,900 4,399 sq. ft. 11,761 sq. ft. $111
2019-04-30 Single Family Traditional 100 Glenbriar Simpsonville, SC 29681 $429,900 3,999 sq. ft. 24,829 sq. ft. $108
2019-04-30 Single Family Ranch 125 Greenbriar Simpsonville, SC 29680 $160,000 1,599 sq. ft. 26,136 sq. ft. $100
2019-04-30 Single Family Craftsman 120 Sunlit Simpsonville, SC 29680 $345,950 2,399 sq. ft. 6,534 sq. ft. $144
2019-04-30 Single Family Traditional 49 Appian Simpsonville, SC 29681 $574,900 3,399 sq. ft. 19,602 sq. ft. $169
2019-04-30 Single Family Traditional; Craftsman 15 Wadmalaw Simpsonville, SC 29681 $342,000 3,799 sq. ft. 12,197 sq. ft. $90
2019-04-29 Single Family Traditional 7 Hammel Simpsonville, SC 29680 $279,900 2,799 sq. ft. 15,246 sq. ft. $100
2019-04-29 Single Family Traditional 125 Creek Shoals Simpsonville, SC 29681 $339,900 3,799 sq. ft. 8,712 sq. ft. $89
2019-04-29 Single Family Craftsman 54 Alexander Manor Simpsonville, SC 29680 $520,000 4,999 sq. ft. 75,794 sq. ft. $104
2019-04-29 Single Family Craftsman 914 Willhaven Simpsonville, SC 29681 $405,015 3,999 sq. ft. 9,148 sq. ft. $101
2019-04-29 Single Family Traditional 102 Callbeck Simpsonville, SC 29681 $177,500 1,599 sq. ft. $111
2019-04-28 Single Family Traditional 9 Cobbler Simpsonville, SC 29681 $1,045,680 6,799 sq. ft. 33,106 sq. ft. $154
2019-04-28 Single Family Ranch 237 Oak Valley Simpsonville, SC 29681 $165,000 1,399 sq. ft. 12,197 sq. ft. $118
2019-04-28 Single Family Traditional 1 Sanibel Oaks Simpsonville, SC 29681 $465,000 3,599 sq. ft. 43,560 sq. ft. $129
2019-04-28 Single Family Traditional 108 Wagoncreek Simpsonville, SC 29681 $234,900 1,999 sq. ft. 26,136 sq. ft. $118
2019-04-27 Single Family Traditional 507 Timber Walk Simpsonville, SC 29681 $219,900 2,399 sq. ft. 7,405 sq. ft. $92
2019-04-27 Single Family Traditional 1 Star Fish Simpsonville, SC 29681 $359,900 4,599 sq. ft. 7,841 sq. ft. $78
2019-04-27 Single Family Craftsman 2 Marshfield Simpsonville, SC 29680 $266,900 1,999 sq. ft. 13,504 sq. ft. $134
2019-04-27 Single Family Traditional 14 Amstar Simpsonville, SC 29680 $509,900 3,999 sq. ft. 24,829 sq. ft. $128
2019-04-27 Single Family Ranch; Traditional 503 Royal Dutch Simpsonville, SC 29681 $275,000 2,199 sq. ft. 10,019 sq. ft. $125
2019-04-26 Single Family European 1906 Jonesville Simpsonville, SC 29681 $1,650,000 6,599 sq. ft. 138,956 sq. ft. $250
2019-04-26 Single Family Ranch 124 Kingswood Simpsonville, SC 29681 $206,000 1,999 sq. ft. 74,052 sq. ft. $103
2019-04-26 Single Family Traditional 205 Ansley Simpsonville, SC 29681 $183,500 1,799 sq. ft. 12,197 sq. ft. $102
2019-04-26 Single Family Traditional 110 Landau Simpsonville, SC 29680 $274,900 2,999 sq. ft. 9,148 sq. ft. $92
2019-04-26 Single Family Traditional 709 Neely Farm Simpsonville, SC 29680 $299,900 2,799 sq. ft. 13,068 sq. ft. $107
2019-04-26 Single Family Traditional 340 William Seth Simpsonville, SC 29681 $299,500 2,799 sq. ft. 11,326 sq. ft. $107
2019-04-26 Single Family Ranch 701 Holland Simpsonville, SC 29681 $244,900 2,399 sq. ft. 33,977 sq. ft. $102
2019-04-26 Single Family Traditional 8 Waterton Simpsonville, SC 29680 $254,900 3,399 sq. ft. 11,761 sq. ft. $75
2019-04-26 Single Family Traditional 355 Leigh Creek Simpsonville, SC 29681 $359,900 3,999 sq. ft. 9,148 sq. ft. $90
2019-04-26 Single Family Traditional 142 Palm Springs Simpsonville, SC 29681 $450,000 2,799 sq. ft. 16,117 sq. ft. $161
2019-04-26 Single Family Traditional 303 Stillwater Simpsonville, SC 29681 $199,000 1,999 sq. ft. 6,970 sq. ft. $100
2019-04-26 Single Family Traditional 213 Meadow Blossom Simpsonville, SC 29681 $255,000 2,599 sq. ft. $98
2019-04-26 Single Family Ranch 118 Sentinel Simpsonville, SC 29681 $224,900 2,199 sq. ft. 8,712 sq. ft. $102
2019-04-26 Single Family Craftsman 304 Asheton Lakes Simpsonville, SC 29681 $374,900 2,799 sq. ft. 10,890 sq. ft. $134
2019-04-26 Single Family Traditional 136 Sunshine Simpsonville, SC 29681 $225,000 2,599 sq. ft. 19,602 sq. ft. $87
2019-04-26 Single Family Traditional 2 Horizon Simpsonville, SC 29681 $220,000 2,199 sq. ft. $100
2019-04-26 Single Family Craftsman 103 Brandau Simpsonville, SC 29680 $450,000 3,199 sq. ft. 20,038 sq. ft. $141
2019-04-26 Single Family Bungalow; Traditional; Craftsman 128 Austin Brook Simpsonville, SC 29680 $325,000 2,599 sq. ft. 6,098 sq. ft. $125
2019-04-25 Single Family Colonial 105 Cotton Bay Simpsonville, SC 29681 $239,900 2,399 sq. ft. 10,019 sq. ft. $100
2019-04-25 Single Family Contemporary 20 Ossabaw Simpsonville, SC 29681 $525,000 4,599 sq. ft. 11,761 sq. ft. $114
2019-04-25 Single Family Traditional 212 Fernwood Simpsonville, SC 29681 $311,900 2,599 sq. ft. 22,216 sq. ft. $120
2019-04-25 Single Family Ranch 110 Ramble Rose Simpsonville, SC 29681 $219,000 1,799 sq. ft. $122
2019-04-25 Single Family Patio; Craftsman 420 Fieldsview Simpsonville, SC 29681 $324,000 3,399 sq. ft. 6,534 sq. ft. $95
2019-04-25 Single Family Traditional 237 Highgrove Simpsonville, SC 29681 $545,000 4,799 sq. ft. 20,038 sq. ft. $114
2019-04-25 Single Family Traditional 104 Strathaven Simpsonville, SC 29681 $466,899 3,599 sq. ft. 24,829 sq. ft. $130
2019-04-25 Single Family Craftsman 304 Stoneleigh Simpsonville, SC 29681 $329,000 3,199 sq. ft. 9,583 sq. ft. $103
2019-04-25 Single Family Traditional 309 Schooner Simpsonville, SC 29680 $219,000 2,199 sq. ft. 13,068 sq. ft. $100
2019-04-25 Single Family Ranch 23 English Oak Simpsonville, SC 29615 $485,000 3,599 sq. ft. $135
2019-04-25 Single Family Traditional 30 Ridgeleigh Simpsonville, SC 29681 $289,900 3,399 sq. ft. 9,583 sq. ft. $85
2019-04-25 Single Family Traditional 120 Candleston Simpsonville, SC 29681 $380,000 4,599 sq. ft. 13,939 sq. ft. $83
2019-04-25 Single Family Ranch 102 Waterbury Simpsonville, SC 29680 $174,900 1,599 sq. ft. 14,810 sq. ft. $109
2019-04-24 Single Family Traditional 203 Farm Brook Simpsonville, SC 29681 $249,900 2,599 sq. ft. 7,405 sq. ft. $96
2019-04-24 Single Family Traditional 210 Netherland Simpsonville, SC 29681 $442,300 4,599 sq. ft. 15,246 sq. ft. $96
2019-04-24 Single Family Traditional 12 Wingcup Simpsonville, SC 29681 $204,900 1,999 sq. ft. 10,019 sq. ft. $102
2019-04-24 Single Family Traditional 39 Foxmoor Simpsonville, SC 29680 $410,000 4,999 sq. ft. 10,019 sq. ft. $82
2019-04-24 Single Family Ranch; Traditional 103 Nakkol Simpsonville, SC 29680 $350,000 2,399 sq. ft. 9,583 sq. ft. $146
2019-04-24 Single Family Ranch 308 Howard Simpsonville, SC 29681 $224,900 1,399 sq. ft. 74,052 sq. ft. $161
2019-04-24 Single Family Traditional 3 Orchard Farms Simpsonville, SC 29681 $247,000 2,599 sq. ft. 8,712 sq. ft. $95
2019-04-24 Single Family Traditional 25 Orchard Farms Simpsonville, SC 29681 $235,000 2,199 sq. ft. 13,504 sq. ft. $107
2019-04-24 Single Family Traditional 212 Wateree Simpsonville, SC 29680 $229,900 2,399 sq. ft. 8,276 sq. ft. $96
2019-04-24 Single Family Traditional 104 Bay Hill Simpsonville, SC 29681 $229,000 2,599 sq. ft. 8,712 sq. ft. $88
2019-04-24 Single Family Traditional; Craftsman 111 Damascus Simpsonville, SC 29681 $349,000 4,199 sq. ft. 9,583 sq. ft. $83
2019-04-24 Single Family Ranch; Traditional 106 Walkingstick Simpsonville, SC 29680 $224,400 1,999 sq. ft. 10,890 sq. ft. $112
2019-04-23 Single Family Ranch 232 Brookmere Simpsonville, SC 29681 $139,900 1,399 sq. ft. 13,068 sq. ft. $100
2019-04-23 Single Family Traditional 802 Stonewyck Simpsonville, SC 29681 $272,900 2,799 sq. ft. 9,148 sq. ft. $98
2019-04-23 Single Family Craftsman 204 Easton Simpsonville, SC 29680 $329,000 2,999 sq. ft. 8,712 sq. ft. $110
2019-04-23 Single Family Contemporary; Craftsman 201 Gordanvale Simpsonville, SC 29681 $346,780 3,399 sq. ft. 10,890 sq. ft. $102
2019-04-23 Single Family Traditional 210 Black Simpsonville, SC 29680 $575,000 2,999 sq. ft. 531,432 sq. ft. $192
2019-04-23 Single Family Traditional 1 Peters Creek Simpsonville, SC 29681 $939,000 5,799 sq. ft. 39,204 sq. ft. $162
2019-04-22 Single Family Bungalow; Traditional 264 Sleepy River Simpsonville, SC 29681 $194,900 1,599 sq. ft. 11,326 sq. ft. $122
2019-04-22 Single Family Traditional; Tudor 207 Holly Park Simpsonville, SC 29681 $315,000 3,199 sq. ft. 23,087 sq. ft. $98
2019-04-22 Single Family Contemporary; Craftsman 207 Gordanvale Simpsonville, SC 29681 $372,749 3,999 sq. ft. 10,890 sq. ft. $93
2019-04-22 Single Family Traditional 504 River Walk Simpsonville, SC 29681 $475,000 3,799 sq. ft. $125
2019-04-22 Single Family Traditional; Craftsman 335 Bridge Crossing Simpsonville, SC 29681 $385,000 4,599 sq. ft. 7,841 sq. ft. $84
2019-04-22 Single Family Contemporary 601 Creekside Bluff Simpsonville, SC 29681 $299,900 1,999 sq. ft. $150
2019-04-22 Single Family Craftsman 14 Rox Simpsonville, SC 29681 $498,000 3,599 sq. ft. 49,658 sq. ft. $138
2019-04-20 Single Family Contemporary 36 Ginger Gold Simpsonville, SC 29681 $289,900 2,399 sq. ft. 14,375 sq. ft. $121
2019-04-20 Single Family Traditional 15 Golden Oak Simpsonville, SC 29681 $269,900 2,399 sq. ft. 17,860 sq. ft. $113
2019-04-20 Single Family Traditional 103 Saybrook Simpsonville, SC 29681 $249,900 2,599 sq. ft. 9,148 sq. ft. $96
2019-04-19 Single Family Traditional 11 Caswell Simpsonville, SC 29680 $299,900 2,999 sq. ft. 8,276 sq. ft. $100
2019-04-19 Single Family Traditional 103 Minnow Simpsonville, SC 29681 $240,000 2,599 sq. ft. 12,632 sq. ft. $92
2019-04-19 Single Family Traditional; Craftsman 45 Sycamore Ridge Simpsonville, SC 29681 $535,900 3,999 sq. ft. 26,136 sq. ft. $134
2019-04-19 Single Family Traditional 9 Glenbow Simpsonville, SC 29680 $285,000 2,799 sq. ft. 9,148 sq. ft. $102
2019-04-18 Single Family Traditional; European 18 Wyndhaven Simpsonville, SC 29681 $479,900 3,199 sq. ft. 13,939 sq. ft. $150
2019-04-18 Single Family Traditional; Craftsman 101 Foxhill Simpsonville, SC 29681 $369,000 3,999 sq. ft. 9,583 sq. ft. $92
2019-04-18 Single Family Craftsman 349 Blue Danube Simpsonville, SC 29681 $274,900 2,199 sq. ft. 7,841 sq. ft. $125
2019-04-18 Single Family Traditional 41 Kelsey Glen Simpsonville, SC 29681 $345,000 3,199 sq. ft. 13,504 sq. ft. $108
2019-04-18 Single Family Traditional 2 Saint Johns Simpsonville, SC 29680 $275,000 3,399 sq. ft. 8,712 sq. ft. $81
2019-04-18 Single Family Traditional 5 Whiffletree Simpsonville, SC 29680 $259,900 2,999 sq. ft. $87
2019-04-17 Single Family Traditional 11 Matteson Brook Simpsonville, SC 29681 $250,000 1,799 sq. ft. 14,375 sq. ft. $139
2019-04-17 Single Family Contemporary 1101 Georgia Simpsonville, SC 29681 $139,500 1,199 sq. ft. 10,890 sq. ft. $116
2019-04-17 Single Family Traditional 316 Portabello Simpsonville, SC 29681 $899,900 6,799 sq. ft. 29,621 sq. ft. $132
2019-04-17 Single Family Craftsman 324 Montalcino Simpsonville, SC 29681 $370,000 2,999 sq. ft. 12,632 sq. ft. $123
2019-04-16 Single Family Craftsman 720 Lockhurst Simpsonville, SC 29681 $325,000 3,399 sq. ft. 9,583 sq. ft. $96
2019-04-16 Single Family Traditional 549 Kingsmoor Simpsonville, SC 29681 $274,000 2,799 sq. ft. 8,712 sq. ft. $98
2019-04-16 Single Family Craftsman 800 Lockhurst Simpsonville, SC 29681 $374,990 3,999 sq. ft. 11,326 sq. ft. $94
2019-04-16 Single Family Ranch; Craftsman 601 Longfellow Simpsonville, SC 29681 $392,990 3,599 sq. ft. 7,405 sq. ft. $109
2019-04-16 Single Family Traditional; European 305 Portabello Simpsonville, SC 29681 $1,124,900 7,000 sq. ft. 68,389 sq. ft. $161
2019-04-16 Single Family Traditional 817 Camberwell Simpsonville, SC 29680 $232,856 2,399 sq. ft. 10,019 sq. ft. $97
2019-04-16 Single Family Ranch; Craftsman 104 Cooper Oaks Simpsonville, SC 29681 $339,900 2,599 sq. ft. 29,185 sq. ft. $131
2019-04-16 Single Family Traditional 109 Welsford Simpsonville, SC 29681 $247,500 2,199 sq. ft. 9,583 sq. ft. $113
2019-04-15 Single Family Traditional 142 Creek-Shoals Simpsonville, SC 29681 $438,900 5,999 sq. ft. 8,712 sq. ft. $73
2019-04-15 Single Family Craftsman 415 River Summit Simpsonville, SC 29681 $339,900 3,799 sq. ft. 7,841 sq. ft. $89
2019-04-15 Single Family Traditional 210 Club Simpsonville, SC 29681 $399,900 2,599 sq. ft. 130,680 sq. ft. $154
2019-04-15 Single Family Ranch; Traditional; Craftsman 217 Raleighwood Simpsonville, SC 29681 $272,068 2,599 sq. ft. $105
2019-04-15 Single Family Traditional 818 Camberwell Simpsonville, SC 29680 $238,400 2,399 sq. ft. 7,841 sq. ft. $99
2019-04-15 Single Family Craftsman 1120 Downing Bluff Simpsonville, SC 29681 $225,430 2,399 sq. ft. 7,841 sq. ft. $94
2019-04-15 Single Family Craftsman 201 Sedgebrook Simpsonville, SC 29681 $229,999 1,999 sq. ft. 8,712 sq. ft. $115
2019-04-15 Single Family Ranch 7 Depford Simpsonville, SC 29680 $246,000 1,799 sq. ft. $137
2019-04-14 Single Family Traditional 108 Kettle Oak Simpsonville, SC 29680 $399,900 3,599 sq. ft. 7,841 sq. ft. $111
2019-04-14 Single Family Traditional 512 Poinsettia Simpsonville, SC 29681 $275,000 2,799 sq. ft. 34,412 sq. ft. $98
2019-04-13 Single Family Traditional 334 Harts Simpsonville, SC 29681 $329,900 1,599 sq. ft. 227,819 sq. ft. $206
2019-04-13 Single Family Traditional 601 Whetstone Simpsonville, SC 29680 $479,000 3,199 sq. ft. 44,431 sq. ft. $150
2019-04-13 Single Family Traditional 307 Farming Creek Simpsonville, SC 29680 $285,900 2,999 sq. ft. $95
2019-04-13 Single Family Traditional 6 Blacksburg Simpsonville, SC 29681 $354,900 4,999 sq. ft. $71
2019-04-13 Single Family Colonial 200 Land Grant Simpsonville, SC 29681 $839,900 4,999 sq. ft. 74,052 sq. ft. $168
2019-04-13 Single Family Traditional 5 Wandflower Simpsonville, SC 29680 $289,900 2,999 sq. ft. 15,246 sq. ft. $97
2019-04-12 Single Family Traditional 501 Seminole Simpsonville, SC 29680 $154,900 1,599 sq. ft. 19,166 sq. ft. $97
2019-04-12 Single Family Traditional 5 Wheaton Simpsonville, SC 29680 $191,276 1,799 sq. ft. 3,049 sq. ft. $106
2019-04-12 Single Family Traditional 107 Honey Crisp Simpsonville, SC 29681 $277,107 3,199 sq. ft. 10,019 sq. ft. $87
2019-04-12 Single Family Traditional 3 Hidden Fawn Simpsonville, SC 29680 $275,000 2,599 sq. ft. 20,038 sq. ft. $106
2019-04-12 Single Family Charleston 408 Hayworth Simpsonville, SC 29680 $311,900 2,999 sq. ft. 8,712 sq. ft. $104
2019-04-12 Single Family Traditional 800 Brixton Simpsonville, SC 29681 $749,900 4,799 sq. ft. 45,302 sq. ft. $156
2019-04-12 Single Family Charleston 208 Clairhill Simpsonville, SC 29680 $309,900 2,799 sq. ft. 8,276 sq. ft. $111
2019-04-12 Single Family Traditional 200 Woodbridge Simpsonville, SC 29681 $424,900 3,199 sq. ft. 37,897 sq. ft. $133
2019-04-12 Single Family Traditional 217 Paqcolet Simpsonville, SC 29681 $249,900 2,999 sq. ft. 6,970 sq. ft. $83
2019-04-12 Single Family Traditional 116 Raven Falls Simpsonville, SC 29681 $359,900 5,399 sq. ft. 6,970 sq. ft. $67
2019-04-11 Single Family Craftsman 514 Briar Oaks Simpsonville, SC 29681 $439,900 4,399 sq. ft. 13,504 sq. ft. $100
2019-04-11 Single Family Traditional; Craftsman 106 Horsepen Simpsonville, SC 29681 $235,000 2,399 sq. ft. 8,712 sq. ft. $98
2019-04-11 Single Family Traditional 26 Blacksburg Simpsonville, SC 29681 $350,000 3,799 sq. ft. 13,939 sq. ft. $92
2019-04-11 Single Family Ranch 211 Redmont Simpsonville, SC 29680 $292,900 2,599 sq. ft. 6,098 sq. ft. $113
2019-04-11 Single Family Traditional 116 Fort Simpsonville, SC 29681 $456,000 5,999 sq. ft. 13,068 sq. ft. $76
2019-04-11 Single Family Traditional 14 Somerleaf Simpsonville, SC 29681 $574,900 4,799 sq. ft. 4,356 sq. ft. $120
2019-04-11 Single Family Traditional 105 Scotsburn Simpsonville, SC 29681 $215,000 2,199 sq. ft. 7,405 sq. ft. $98
2019-04-11 Single Family Traditional 8 Drayton Hall Simpsonville, SC 29681 $585,000 5,799 sq. ft. 11,761 sq. ft. $101
2019-04-11 Single Family Traditional 100 Sand Castle Simpsonville, SC 29681 $338,800 3,599 sq. ft. 8,712 sq. ft. $94
2019-04-11 Single Family Craftsman 32 Verona Simpsonville, SC 29681 $353,000 3,199 sq. ft. 8,276 sq. ft. $110
2019-04-10 Single Family Ranch 105 Hydrangea Simpsonville, SC 29681 $342,000 2,999 sq. ft. 29,185 sq. ft. $114
2019-04-10 Single Family Traditional 444 Jones Peak Simpsonville, SC 29681 $332,800 3,399 sq. ft. 8,712 sq. ft. $98
2019-04-10 Single Family Traditional 217 Bank Swallow Simpsonville, SC 29680 $301,900 2,799 sq. ft. 8,276 sq. ft. $108
2019-04-10 Single Family Traditional 309 Lindstrom Simpsonville, SC 29680 $372,900 3,199 sq. ft. 8,712 sq. ft. $117
2019-04-10 Single Family Traditional 317 Lindstrom Simpsonville, SC 29680 $388,900 3,999 sq. ft. 9,148 sq. ft. $97
2019-04-10 Single Family Traditional 404 Cattail Hollow Simpsonville, SC 29680 $365,899 3,399 sq. ft. 9,583 sq. ft. $108
2019-04-10 Single Family Ranch 105 Oakfern Simpsonville, SC 29681 $260,000 2,199 sq. ft. 19,166 sq. ft. $118
2019-04-09 Single Family Traditional; Craftsman 101 Nakkol Simpsonville, SC 29680 $425,000 2,799 sq. ft. 9,583 sq. ft. $152
2019-04-09 Single Family Traditional 507 Adeline Simpsonville, SC 29681 $274,900 2,999 sq. ft. 8,712 sq. ft. $92
2019-04-08 Single Family Traditional 313 Oakboro Simpsonville, SC 29680 $279,900 2,999 sq. ft. 11,326 sq. ft. $93
2019-04-08 Single Family Charleston 8 Hatcher Simpsonville, SC 29680 $197,000 1,399 sq. ft. $141
2019-04-08 Single Family Traditional 132 Ramsford Simpsonville, SC 29681 $859,900 5,199 sq. ft. 30,492 sq. ft. $165
2019-04-08 Single Family Ranch 224 Mccall Simpsonville, SC 29680 $336,000 2,399 sq. ft. 25,265 sq. ft. $140
2019-04-08 Single Family Traditional 6 Sycamore Ridge Simpsonville, SC 29681 $549,900 4,199 sq. ft. 26,136 sq. ft. $131
2019-04-08 Single Family Traditional 216 Kilgore Simpsonville, SC 29681 $799,900 7,000 sq. ft. 99,317 sq. ft. $114
2019-04-08 Single Family Traditional 12 Penobscot Simpsonville, SC 29681 $225,000 1,999 sq. ft. 10,890 sq. ft. $113
2019-04-08 Single Family Traditional 719 Camberwell Simpsonville, SC 29680 $239,822 1,999 sq. ft. 12,197 sq. ft. $120
2019-04-08 Single Family Ranch 7 Leighton Simpsonville, SC 29680 $175,000 1,599 sq. ft. 7,405 sq. ft. $109
2019-04-08 Single Family Traditional 19 Flat Shoals Simpsonville, SC 29680 $329,900 2,999 sq. ft. 20,473 sq. ft. $110
2019-04-08 Single Family Ranch 504 Airdale Simpsonville, SC 29681 $209,000 1,799 sq. ft. $116
2019-04-06 Single Family Craftsman 30 Dandie Simpsonville, SC 29680 $230,000 2,799 sq. ft. 8,276 sq. ft. $82
2019-04-05 Single Family Craftsman 212 Red Leaf Simpsonville, SC 29680 $244,999 1,799 sq. ft. 16,988 sq. ft. $136
2019-04-05 Single Family Colonial 7 Frostweed Simpsonville, SC 29680 $235,000 2,399 sq. ft. 9,583 sq. ft. $98
2019-04-05 Single Family Traditional 116 Adams Creek Simpsonville, SC 29681 $359,950 4,399 sq. ft. 13,068 sq. ft. $82
2019-04-05 Single Family Traditional 305 Kaplan Simpsonville, SC 29681 $255,000 1,999 sq. ft. 13,939 sq. ft. $128
2019-04-05 Single Family Ranch; Craftsman 23 Fawn Hill Simpsonville, SC 29681 $234,900 1,599 sq. ft. 8,276 sq. ft. $147
2019-04-05 Single Family Craftsman 304 Barrett Chase Simpsonville, SC 29680 $241,900 2,399 sq. ft. 6,098 sq. ft. $101
2019-04-05 Single Family Patio; Ranch; Traditional 101 Evansdale Simpsonville, SC 29680 $264,900 1,999 sq. ft. 11,326 sq. ft. $133
2019-04-05 Single Family Traditional 214 Sandusky Simpsonville, SC 29680 $269,000 2,599 sq. ft. 6,970 sq. ft. $104
2019-04-05 Single Family Ranch; Traditional; European 23 Graywood Simpsonville, SC 29680 $460,000 3,799 sq. ft. 25,700 sq. ft. $121
2019-04-05 Single Family Traditional 200 Circle Slope Simpsonville, SC 29681 $315,000 3,199 sq. ft. 21,344 sq. ft. $98
2019-04-05 Single Family Contemporary 625 Heathercrest Simpsonville, SC 29681 $295,000 3,399 sq. ft. 12,632 sq. ft. $87
2019-04-04 Single Family Traditional 112 Sheepscot Simpsonville, SC 29681 $294,900 3,399 sq. ft. 8,276 sq. ft. $87
2019-04-04 Single Family Craftsman 400 Santa Cruz Simpsonville, SC 29680 $475,000 3,799 sq. ft. 9,583 sq. ft. $125
2019-04-04 Single Family Traditional 18 Tellico Simpsonville, SC 29680 $249,000 2,799 sq. ft. 6,970 sq. ft. $89
2019-04-04 Single Family Traditional 11 Waters Reach Simpsonville, SC 29681 $267,999 2,599 sq. ft. 9,148 sq. ft. $103
2019-04-04 Single Family Ranch; Craftsman 101 Fawn Hil Simpsonville, SC 29681 $245,900 1,799 sq. ft. 8,276 sq. ft. $137
2019-04-04 Single Family Traditional 106 Janet Simpsonville, SC 29681 $614,900 4,199 sq. ft. 136,778 sq. ft. $146
2019-04-04 Single Family Traditional 111 Beaumaris Simpsonville, SC 29681 $369,900 4,199 sq. ft. 14,810 sq. ft. $88
2019-04-04 Single Family Traditional; Craftsman 6 Waters Run Simpsonville, SC 29681 $337,000 3,599 sq. ft. 6,970 sq. ft. $94
2019-04-04 Single Family Traditional 10 Huntsman Simpsonville, SC 29680 $289,000 3,199 sq. ft. 13,068 sq. ft. $90
2019-04-03 Single Family Craftsman 213 Limberlock Simpsonville, SC 29681 $247,900 1,999 sq. ft. 8,276 sq. ft. $124
2019-04-03 Single Family Craftsman 110 Fawn Hill Simpsonville, SC 29681 $269,900 2,599 sq. ft. 8,276 sq. ft. $104
2019-04-03 Single Family Craftsman 503 Briar Oaks Simpsonville, SC 29681 $269,900 2,599 sq. ft. 8,276 sq. ft. $104
2019-04-03 Single Family Traditional 1 Knights Valley Simpsonville, SC 29681 $367,000 4,399 sq. ft. 11,761 sq. ft. $83
2019-04-03 Single Family Traditional 301 Worchester Simpsonville, SC 29680 $300,000 2,999 sq. ft. 13,068 sq. ft. $100
2019-04-03 Single Family Traditional 6 Mallard Ridge Simpsonville, SC 29680 $289,900 2,999 sq. ft. 33,541 sq. ft. $97
2019-04-03 Single Family Traditional 200 Elmhaven Simpsonville, SC 29681 $221,500 2,399 sq. ft. 6,970 sq. ft. $92
2019-04-03 Single Family Traditional 1 Matteson Brook Simpsonville, SC 29681 $249,900 2,599 sq. ft. 12,632 sq. ft. $96
2019-04-03 Single Family European 108 Putney Bridge Simpsonville, SC 29681 $800,000 4,399 sq. ft. 43,124 sq. ft. $182
2019-04-03 Single Family Traditional 73 Scotts Bluff Simpsonville, SC 29681 $419,900 3,999 sq. ft. 25,265 sq. ft. $105
2019-04-03 Single Family Traditional 116 Chestatee Simpsonville, SC 29680 $249,900 2,399 sq. ft. 8,712 sq. ft. $104
2019-04-02 Single Family Ranch 132 Wilbon Simpsonville, SC 29681 $189,000 1,799 sq. ft. 16,988 sq. ft. $105
2019-04-02 Single Family Traditional 2 Ashby Grove Simpsonville, SC 29681 $329,000 3,399 sq. ft. 10,019 sq. ft. $97
2019-04-02 Single Family Traditional 108 Meaway Simpsonville, SC 29681 $264,900 2,199 sq. ft. $120
2019-04-02 Single Family Ranch 108 Acacia Simpsonville, SC 29681 $179,900 1,599 sq. ft. $113
2019-04-02 Single Family Traditional 24 White Crescent Simpsonville, SC 29681 $989,000 7,000 sq. ft. 56,628 sq. ft. $141
2019-04-01 Single Family Traditional; European 309 Chancery Simpsonville, SC 29681 $849,000 4,599 sq. ft. 48,787 sq. ft. $185
2019-04-01 Single Family Traditional 3 Lambeth Simpsonville, SC 29681 $250,000 2,799 sq. ft. $89
2019-04-01 Single Family Ranch 616 Highway 14 Simpsonville, SC 29681 $189,900 1,599 sq. ft. 23,958 sq. ft. $119
2019-04-01 Single Family Traditional 502 Hudders Creek Simpsonville, SC 29680 $275,000 2,799 sq. ft. $98
2019-03-31 Single Family Traditional 427 Kilgore Farms Simpsonville, SC 29681 $334,900 2,999 sq. ft. 11,761 sq. ft. $112
2019-03-30 Single Family Traditional 416 Kingsgate Simpsonville, SC 29681 $725,000 3,999 sq. ft. 13,068 sq. ft. $181
2019-03-30 Single Family Traditional 254 Meadow Blossom Simpsonville, SC 29681 $299,900 3,199 sq. ft. 8,712 sq. ft. $94
2019-03-30 Single Family Ranch 301 Fernwood Simpsonville, SC 29681 $325,000 2,999 sq. ft. 30,056 sq. ft. $108
2019-03-29 Single Family Traditional 357 Strasburg Simpsonville, SC 29681 $319,900 3,599 sq. ft. 8,276 sq. ft. $89
2019-03-29 Single Family Ranch; Traditional 111 Autumnwood Simpsonville, SC 29681 $174,900 1,199 sq. ft. 9,583 sq. ft. $146
2019-03-29 Single Family Craftsman 701 Adams Mill Simpsonville, SC 29681 $280,000 1,799 sq. ft. 20,909 sq. ft. $156
2019-03-29 Single Family Traditional 32 Ginger Gold Simpsonville, SC 29681 $259,000 2,799 sq. ft. 8,276 sq. ft. $93
2019-03-29 Single Family Traditional 506 Pawleys Simpsonville, SC 29681 $465,000 3,599 sq. ft. 12,197 sq. ft. $129
2019-03-29 Single Family Traditional 407 Rock Spring Simpsonville, SC 28681 $373,615 2,799 sq. ft. 10,890 sq. ft. $133
2019-03-28 Single Family Traditional 17 Rothesay Simpsonville, SC 29681 $339,900 3,199 sq. ft. 15,682 sq. ft. $106
2019-03-28 Single Family Traditional 47 Young Harris Simpsonville, SC 29681 $259,900 2,999 sq. ft. 10,019 sq. ft. $87
2019-03-28 Single Family Traditional 14 Cobbler Simpsonville, SC 29681 $859,900 4,199 sq. ft. 35,284 sq. ft. $205
2019-03-28 Single Family Ranch 209 Lyons Simpsonville, SC 29681 $199,900 1,599 sq. ft. 28,750 sq. ft. $125
2019-03-28 Single Family Ranch 509 Forest Edge Simpsonville, SC 29681 $316,689 2,199 sq. ft. $144
2019-03-28 Single Family Traditional 603 Creekside Bluff Simpsonville, SC 29681 $299,900 2,199 sq. ft. $136
2019-03-28 Single Family Charleston 112 Woodland Chase Simpsonville, SC 29681 $329,900 2,799 sq. ft. $118
2019-03-28 Single Family European 620 Brixton Simpsonville, SC 29681 $799,900 4,399 sq. ft. 25,265 sq. ft. $182
2019-03-28 Single Family Traditional 320 Stoneleigh Simpsonville, SC 29681 $344,600 3,599 sq. ft. 13,068 sq. ft. $96
2019-03-28 Single Family Traditional 31 Graywood Simpsonville, SC 29680 $450,000 3,399 sq. ft. 21,780 sq. ft. $132
2019-03-27 Single Family Traditional 15 Sheepscot Simpsonville, SC 29681 $259,000 2,599 sq. ft. 8,276 sq. ft. $100
2019-03-27 Single Family Ranch; Traditional 105 Waverly Hall Simpsonville, SC 29681 $395,900 2,999 sq. ft. 9,148 sq. ft. $132
2019-03-27 Single Family European 209 Old House Simpsonville, SC 29681 $1,198,500 6,799 sq. ft. 38,768 sq. ft. $176
2019-03-27 Single Family Ranch; Traditional 102 Allendale Abbey Simpsonville, SC 29681 $215,000 1,999 sq. ft. 9,148 sq. ft. $108
2019-03-27 Single Family Traditional; Charleston 6 Minots Ledge Simpsonville, SC 29681 $194,000 1,599 sq. ft. $121
2019-03-27 Single Family Traditional 213 Brazos Simpsonville, SC 29680 $295,000 2,999 sq. ft. 12,632 sq. ft. $98
2019-03-27 Single Family Traditional 220 Whitworth Simpsonville, SC 29681 $599,900 5,199 sq. ft. 30,492 sq. ft. $115
2019-03-26 Single Family Ranch; Traditional 2 Spring Garden Simpsonville, SC 29681 $457,237 3,399 sq. ft. 24,829 sq. ft. $135
2019-03-26 Single Family Craftsman 10 Cromarty Simpsonville, SC 29681 $377,000 2,799 sq. ft. 6,534 sq. ft. $135
2019-03-26 Single Family Craftsman 5 Manatee Simpsonville, SC 29681 $284,900 3,599 sq. ft. 12,197 sq. ft. $79
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Home » TIMag.com news » Media » DIRECTV Interactive to Deliver a Volley Of Grand Slam Tennis Events this Year Beginning with the Australian Open
DIRECTV Interactive to Deliver a Volley Of Grand Slam Tennis Events this Year Beginning with the Australian Open
EL SEGUNDO, Calif.—(BUSINESS WIRE)—DIRECTV will expand its interactive sports programming this year with an unprecedented sweep of all four Grand Slam tennis tournaments, beginning with the Australian Open on Sunday, Jan. 18.
Integrating its signature interactive services with ESPN2 and Tennis Channel broadcasts, DIRECTV, for the first time, will offer expanded coverage of the Australian Open, featuring its six-screens-in-one Mix Channel and a host of other interactive features during the first eight days of the tournament from Melbourne Park. And for the first time, the interactive application, the Mix Channel and the five court channels will be in HD.
“We are aggressively ramping up our interactive coverage of major tennis and golf events in 2009,” said Eric Shanks, executive vice president, DIRECTV Entertainment. “Tennis and golf fans are unique because they actively participate in their sport and that drives their passion for major tournaments like the Australian Open. Our interactive, expanded coverage is designed for them and makes DIRECTV a must-have if you’re a fan and an active tennis player or golfer.”
The Mix Channel will offer, on a single screen, the network channel and five court channels with live coverage tuneable to full screen via remote. Each channel will feature natural sound and commentary from tennis experts and former touring pros including Jeff Tarango and Doug Adler.
An interactive application menu will be available via the red button on the remote on each event channel. Menu items include: Match Guide - provides a convenient view of the score of the current match on each court channel; Recent Results - offers real-time scoring of in-progress, completed and upcoming singles matches; Women’s Draw and Men’s Draw - provides the complete draw from first to final round, along with scores; Tune To - enables viewers to tune directly to the Mix Channel or to the network channel. For more details on the application and its features, visit directv.com.
And in a first for any tennis tournament, all live Australian Open coverage on ESPN2 and Tennis Channel throughout the tournament will be accompanied by access to the Results and Draw features.
Australian Open coverage airs on channels 701-707 on each of the first eight days of the tournament starting at 7 p.m. (ET)
DIRECTV will also offer interactive services for ESPN and Tennis Channel’s coverage of the French Open, Wimbledon and the US Open tournaments this year, completing the Grand Slam - all compliments of DIRECTV.
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Sports Vietnam's chess ace Le Quang Liem advances to 33rd worldwide
Vietnam's chess ace Le Quang Liem advances to 33rd worldwide
Thanh Nien News
Thursday, November 05, 2015 16:06 Email Print
Le Quang Liem receives Spice Cup in Missouri in October. Photo credit: Chessdom
Vietnam’s chess ace finishes 2nd at Millionaire Chess Open
Le Quang Liem wins HD Bank Cup chess tournament
Liem battles to draw with reigning champ at Chess World Cup
Liem, Son enter Chess World Cup 2nd round
Le Quang Liem has advanced 17 positions to rank 33rd worldwide and 8th in Asia, according to World Chess Federation’s (FIDE) November rankings.
This is the highest monthly ranking for the 24-year-old chess grandmaster since June 2013, when he was listed among world’s 30 best chess players. After that achievement, he never made it to the top 30 again.
In October, Liem secured the runner-up title at the 2nd Millionaire Chess Open in Las Vegas and received personal highest reward of US$50,000. He also won the Spice Cup in Missouri.
He gained 22.1 elo points last month, raising his total score to 2,718.
Players with elo ratings from 2,700 are considered “super grandmaster” by FIDE.
His best ranking was 25th in September 2011.
He is studying finance and banking at Webster University, Missouri, and only competes in selected events.
chess Quang Liem
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£768 for Hug In A Bag
Janet Heald and Chrissie Turkington from The Capricorn Singers presenting the cheque to Debby Marr and Jacqueline Rhodes from Hug in a Bag.
During 2013 The Capricorn Singers are supporting Hug in a Bag, a local charity dedicated to providing Help, Understanding and Glamour (HUG) in the form of a bag containing gifts, information leaflets and discount vouchers to every person diagnosed with breast cancer in Blackpool, Fylde and Wyre.
The ladies have all ralied round to support such a worthwhile charity and have attended Hug events such as the recent afternoon tea held in Poulton.
As part of our support we have pledged to donate all ticket profits to Hug in a Bag from every concert managed and arranged by The Capricorn Singers during 2013.
Following our Summer Concert at Thornton Little Theatre we are delighted to announce that The Capricorn Singers have donated £768.76 to Hug in a Bag.
The ladies will next be supporting Hug in a Bag through performing at their forthcoming Annual Ball on the 21st September. If you would like to attend the ball, please email huginabag2@yahoo.co.uk
The Capricorn Singers at The Royal Albert Hall
The Capricorn Singers were proud to have taken part in the 2012 Cancer Research UK Festival of Brass and Voices at the Royal Albert Hall on the 3rd November.
The Festival featured around 60 choirs from across the UK and Holland all performing alongside The Cory Band and The Grimethorpe Colliery Band. This was the second time the Ladies had taken part in the festival having performed at the previous festival in 2009 which raised a staggering £150,000 for Cancer Research UK.
A fantastic experience and one the Ladies who took part will never forget.
March Concerts
_The ladies have got a busy couple of weeks coming up in March. They'll be performing at St Oswald’s Parish Hall in Preesall on the evening of the 17th March and will also be participating in the Festival of Choirs during the evening of the Lytham St Annes Festival of Performing Arts on the 24th March. Further details are available on our events page or by contacting our Events and Bookings Co-ordinator
DVD Of Our Latest Performance.
Our recent performance at Sacred Heart Church was filmed and a DVD will be prepared for sale at a nominal fee (probably £5) to cover the cameraman's expenses, DVD production and a donation to Sue Parkin's Kick Start Charity.
If you would like a copy of the DVD send us your details via the Contact Us page.
You Needed To Be There!
The Capricorn Singers have just completed a performance at Sacred Heart Church Thornton in aid of Kick Start Kenya and church funds.
All we can say is you had to be there to appreciate the performance, because the ladies sang beautifully and pulled the stops out to perform above and beyond their usual high standard.
The most important part of the evening, was the being able to announce the amount raised was £525 plus a further donation from the choir of £60 made the evening a good fund raiser all round.
Where you there - what do you think?
Street Children of Ruiru Kenya
Kickstart Kenya caring for streetkids...
Was a small group based in Lancaster, Preston and Blackpool, however now is down to one person in the UK (Sue Parkin) trying to raise funds to support 7 street boys who live in a small house in Ruiru, just outside Nairobi Kenya.
This organisation buys food, clothing and medicines, in addition sends the boys to school to train and get an education.
There are still another 40 boys who live rough in the surrounding area and spend their days scavenging in the rubbish tips.
The Capricorn Singers will be helping raise funds for this worthy cause by donating all raffle money raised at our Christmas Concert, Thornton Little Theatre, 7:30pm on Sat 11th Dec 2010
If you think you would like to make a donation or help in some way please contact Sue Parkin via email direct.
Exchange Concerts with City of Stoke Male Voice Choir
The wheels are definitely in motion for an exchange concert with the City of Stoke Male Voice Choir and the Capricorn Singers.
There will be two concerts:
1) Thornton-Cleveleys / Fleetwood area (probably the Marine Hall Fleetwood) in March 2011 and
2) Stoke On Trent Methodist Hall Longton in September 2011.
I'm sure the publicity machine will now go into overdrive to make both concerts a success and enjoyable for all.
Lytham St Annes Choir Festival
The Capricorn Singers took part in the Lytham St Annes Choir Festival and thoroughly enjoyed the whole experience, whats more they enjoyed the accolade and praise from the adjudicator Maria Jagusz who thought the ladies were "an excellent choir".
It was great to see and hear friends from around the Fylde who sing with the other participating choirs, namely: The Elswick Singers and Blackpool Ladies Choir. In addition it was great to see and hear: The St Michael's Church Choir, Kirkham Singer, Wedgwood Singers, and Freckleton SIngers. The massed sing of Flying Free was a great experience for all.
There are some photos from the event at: http://www.johnmcvitie.com/Festival%202010.htm
Here's to next year!
Due to popular demand we have revived The Capricorn Supporters List.
Supporters will be informed by phone or email of all future concerts and will receive a discount to our own concerts.
To join simply fill in the Contact Us form with your name(s), telephone number or email address and don't forget to mark as Supporters List.
Stage Makeup Tips
Below are some useful tips from Alison (Sop 2) when it comes to applying your stage make up. Does this apply to David as well?
If the event is special then the make-up should be special. An event like the concert takes place under artificial light, so we need to consider the effects of artificial lighting when choosing make-up products and colours.
The strong, artificial lighting that floods the stage drains a lot of colour out of the make-up and this has to be compensated for with warmer shades of foundation and bolder colours for eyes and lips, which will add contours to the face, defining the eyes and mouth. Exciting colour combinations, high gloss and pearlised products and even false lashes may be used to help achieve the desired effect. The important point is contrast, as natural contours are lost under artificial light and so need to be restored by using contrasting products. However, pearlised products when applied to crepey or wrinkled skin will accentuate the effect, so these should be avoided on mature skin. Eyeliner accentuates the eyes, and an alternative to eyeliner pencil, is using a powder eye shadow applied with a thin brush dipped in water before application. This gives the effect of eyeliner, but is less harsh, and the colour of the eye shadow can be used, but will appear darker with the addition of water, or a contrasting black, brown or dark grey may be used.
Stage lighting produces a lot of heat, particularly if spotlights are used, so do not apply make-up thickly; it will make the face perspire even more and the foundation will melt!
Grease on the face produces an unattractive shine and emphasises creases and open pores, so do not use a greasy make-up base/foundation. Apply loose translucent face powder after foundation to achieve a matt finish
Here is a colour wheel. When considering colours for stage make-up, choose the warmer, bolder shades to avoid the make-up ‘disappearing’ into the artificial light. Pastels will not show up nor will cool colours, so select colours from the top half of the wheel. For example, if you normally wear lilac, choose damson, or if you wear pastel blue choose indigo!
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Volkswagen emissions scandal: Winterkorn 'still needs answers'
Source : Volkswagen emissions scandal: Winterkorn 'still needs answers'
Volkswagen’s chairman of the board of directors Martin Winterkorn
Emissions cheating crisis surrounding VW deepens; engine type EA 189 at centre of controversy; German media claims Muller will replace Winterkorn
The Volkswagen Group CEO Martin Winterkorn says the firm can be still looking for answers to key questions after that will admitted today that will as many as 11 million vehicles could be affected in its emissions test cheating scandal.
In a video address released on the VW media website, Winterkorn admitted, “I don’t have answers to all the questions as This kind of moment. We are going to clarify the background unsparingly, as well as also also at This kind of very moment, everything can be being put on the table as quickly, thoroughly as well as also also transparently as possible.”
Winterkorn also said, “The irregularities with these engines contradict everything for which Volkswagen stands. We want to continue to work closely with the relevant state departments as well as also also authorities.”
However, the VW CEO stopped short of saying that will the crisis might cost him his own job – despite intense speculation inside German media that will the VW supervisory board can be planning to replace Winterkorn by the end of This kind of week. The Berlin title Der Taggespiegel has claimed that will the board will meet tomorrow (Wednesday), ahead of a further conference on Friday that will’s supposed to ratify the replacement of Winterkorn by Porsche CEO Matthias Muller. Volkswagen has dismissed the rumour as “stupid”.
Muller, 62, began his career as an apprentice toolmaker with Audi in 1977 as well as also also rose through the ranks to become product manager first for the A3, then for the overall brand.
If the VW supervisory board does indeed approve a change of leadership on Friday, that will will be an astonishing change of direction; the officials had been lined up to meet as well as also also approve an extension to Winterkorn’s contract (taking that will through to 2018) on the same day.
Volkswagen has insisted, meanwhile, that will all fresh European products compliant with EU 6 emissions rules are fully legal. The UK transport secretary, Patrick McLoughlin, has called for the EU Commission to investigate the issue, backing up similar calls coming from Germany as well as also also Italy.
In a fresh statement issued This kind of morning, the German some sort of explained that will the engine at the centre of the controversy can be the Type EA 189 four-cylinder diesel, as well as also also VW has said that will the notable deviation between emissions results in testing as well as also also on-road driving were only for cars fitted with This kind of engine.
however the company also admitted that will the engine management software at the centre of the scandal can be also installed in different Volkswagen Group diesel engines. However VW believed that will doesn’t have an effect inside majority of cars in which that will features.
The company moved to reassure consumers in Europe as well as also also said: “fresh vehicles coming from the Volkswagen Group with EU 6 diesel engines currently available inside European Union comply with legal requirements as well as also also environmental standards.” However, at This kind of point VW hasn’t definitively confirmed whether pre-EU6 cars in Europe are affected.
VW has put aside a fund of €6.5bn (approximately £4.7bn) to cover the costs of dealing with the issue, as well as also also says that will will adjust its financial targets for 2015 as a result.
The statement continued: “In addition to This kind of, Volkswagen does not tolerate any kind of violation of laws whatsoever. that will can be the top priority of the board of management to win back lost trust as well as also also to avert damage to our customers.”
Volkswagen Group boss Martin Winterkorn has apologised for “breaking the trust of our customers as well as also also the public” following reports that will the company manipulated emissions testing regulations inside USA.
Meanwhile, Michael Horn, CEO as well as also also president of the Volkswagen Group of America, has admitted: “Our company was dishonest. We have totally screwed up. We must fix the cars to prevent This kind of coming from ever happening again as well as also also we have to make This kind of right. This kind of kind of behaviour can be totally inconsistent with our qualities.”
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The matter came to light when the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) as well as also also the California Air Resources Board (CARB) revealed that will while testing 2.0-litre, four-cylinder diesel cars of the Volkswagen Group they detected electronic manipulations that will violate American environmental standards.
Volkswagen Group share cost hit by the scandal
The cost of shares inside Volkswagen Group on the Frankfurt stock exchange fell sharply on Monday following the EPA’s announcement of its findings, as well as also also about 15 billion euros was wiped off the value of the company. The share cost continued to drop on Tuesday morning as that will emerged that will different countries as well as also also regions are likely to check whether Volkswagen products conform to their own tests.
Volkswagen as well as also also Audi cars inside USA are fitted using a ‘defeat device’ that will allows the vehicle to perform more efficiently inside official emissions test than in real-world driving conditions. The device can be embedded inside software code that will runs the ECU. that will detects when the auto can be being tested as well as also also turns on full emissions controls, however the effectiveness of the device can be reduced in normal conditions.
According to the EPA, This kind of means that will the cars under investigation could be emitting up to 40 times the national standard for nitrogen oxide (NOx), which can be linked to asthma as well as also also lung illnesses. The cars affected are 2009-2014 Jettas, Beetles, Golfs, Audi A3s, as well as also also VW Passats built coming from 2014-15.
Volkswagen can be pausing sales of some Volkswagen as well as also also Audi products equipped with the diesel engine that will can be at the heart of the controversy. that will can be also likely to implement a recall of more than 482,000 cars already in customers’ hands because the EPA as well as also also CARB has ordered the auto company to remedy the excessive emissions of the affected vehicles.
An EPA statement said: “EPA expects to compel VW to issue a recall inside future to reduce the emissions impacts of these vehicles. Owners will be notified of that will recall once Volkswagen as well as also also Audi have developed a remedial plan as well as also also EPA has approved the plan. Manufacturers are given a reasonable amount of time to develop a plan to complete the repairs, including both the repair procedure as well as also also manufacture of any needed parts.”
Volkswagen faces financial penalties as well as also also possible legal action
that will has been suggested that will the recall could cost the some sort of up to £11.5bn, with the EPA saying: “VW may be liable for civil penalties as well as also also injunctive relief for the violations alleged.”
In addition to This kind of, Volkswagen can be already the subject of a lawsuit inside USA, filed by Keller Rohrback: “on behalf of consumers nationwide who purchased or leased Volkswagens with unlawful defeat devices.”
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Lynn Lincoln Sarko of Keller Rohrback added: “Volkswagen’s decision to prey on environmentally conscious consumers who paid a premium of thousands of dollars for a supposedly cleaner-running car, as well as also also who received a polluting vehicle instead, can be despicable. Consumers nationwide are justifiably outraged, as well as also also Volkswagen will have to answer to them.”
The EPA says that will the cars in question do not prove a safety hazard as well as also also are still legally okay to drive as well as also also sell on.
Winterkorn has ordered an external investigation into the matter.
“The board of management at Volkswagen AG takes these findings very seriously,” he said.
“I personally am deeply sorry that will we have broken the trust of our customers as well as also also the public. We will cooperate fully with the responsible agencies, with transparency as well as also also urgency, to clearly, openly, as well as also also completely establish all of the facts of This kind of case.
Volkswagen has ordered an external investigation of This kind of matter.
“We do not as well as also also will not tolerate violations of any kind of our internal rules or of the law.
The trust of our customers as well as also also the public can be as well as also also continues to be our most important asset.
“We at Volkswagen will do everything that will must be done in order to re-establish the trust that will so many people have placed in us, as well as also also we will do everything necessary in order to reverse the damage This kind of has caused. This kind of matter has first priority for me, personally, as well as also also for our entire board of management.”
Sales of many diesel Volkswagens have been suspended in Canada, which shares similar emissions testing procedures as its neighbouring nation.
inside UK, a spokesman for the Volkswagen Group said that will he can be “not aware of any recalls in Europe or the UK,” as well as also also pointed out that will the emissions testing procedure can be different in Europe to North America. The spokesman added that will the ‘defeat device’ was not something that will the UK arm of VW was aware of. Volkswagen as well as also also Audi inside UK have yet to issue any specific statement on whether cars are affected over here.
US government sets up hearing into emissions scandal
The issue will be investigated by the US Congress’s Oversight as well as also also Investigations Subcommittee.
“Strong emissions standards are in place for the benefit of public health,” said House Energy as well as also also Commerce Committee Chairman Fred Upton as well as also also Oversight as well as also also Investigations Subcommittee Chairman Tim Murphy in a joint statement.
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“Manufacturers throughout the United States, as well as also also across the earth, have developed leading technologies to reduce airborne emissions within the limits set by EPA as well as also also state environmental agencies. However, reported EPA allegations that will certain Volkswagen products contained software to defeat auto emissions tests raise serious questions,” they said.
“We will follow the facts. We are also concerned that will auto consumers may have been deceived – that will what they were purchasing did not come as advertised. The American people deserve answers as well as also also assurances that will This kind of will not happen again. We intend to get those answers.”
A date for the US Congress hearing has yet to be set.
Earlier, the UK’s Society of Motor Manufacturers as well as also also Traders had moved to quell concerns that will similar practices are in place in Europe, saying there was ‘no evidence’ of cheating in Europe.
“The EU operates a fundamentally different system to the US – with all European tests performed in strict conditions as required by EU law as well as also also witnessed by a government-appointed independent approval agency,” said Mike Hawes, the CEO for the SMMT.
“There can be no evidence that will manufacturers cheat the cycle. Vehicles are removed coming from the production line randomly as well as also also must be standard production products, certified by the relevant authority – the UK Centeng being the Vehicle Certification Agency, which can be responsible to the Department for Transport.
“The industry acknowledges, however, that will the current test method can be outdated as well as also also can be seeking agreement coming from the European Commission for a fresh emissions test that will embraces fresh testing technologies as well as also also can be more representative of on-road conditions.”
How the ‘defeat device’ works as well as also also why that will broke the rules
The EPA’s official notification issued to Volkswagen on 18 September sheds light on how Volkswagen managed to influence the emissions tests with some clever software.
“VW manufactured as well as also also installed software inside electronic control module (ECM) of these vehicles that will sensed when the vehicle was being tested for compliance with EPA emission standards,” the agency explained.
The EPA refers to what that will calls a ‘switch’ that will enabled the auto’s ECM to know when that will can be being tested on a rolling road: “The ‘switch’ senses whether the vehicle can be being tested or not based on various inputs including the position of the steering wheel, vehicle speed, the duration of the engine’s operation as well as also also barometric pressure. These inputs precisely track the parameters of the federal test procedure used for emission testing for EPA certification purposes.
“During emission testing, the vehicles’ ECM ran software which produced compliant emission results under an ECM calibration that will VW referred to as the ‘dyno calibration’.
“At all different times during normal vehicle operation, the ‘switch’ was activated as well as also also the vehicle ECM software ran a separate ‘road calibration’ which reduced the effectiveness of the emission control system. As a result, emissions of NOx increased by a factor of 10 to 40 times above the EPA compliant levels, depending on the type of drive cycle (e.g. city, highway).”
All US vehicles must be issued using a certificate of conformity that will proves they adhere to environmental standards.
To obtain a certificate of conformity, a some sort of must submit a list of all auxiliary emission control devices (AECDs) present on the vehicle. The EPA’s definition of an AECD can be “any element of design which senses temperature, vehicle speed, engine RPM, transmission gear, manifold vacuum or any different parameter for the purpose of activating, modulating, delaying or deactivating the operation of any part of the emission control system.”
The issue facing Volkswagen can be the switchable system inside ECM was not declared.
“Due to the existence of the defeat devices in these vehicles, the affected Volkswagen vehicles do not conform in all material respects to the vehicle specifications described inside applications for the certificates of conformity that will purportedly cover them,” said the EPA.
A defeat device can be an AECD “that will reduces the effectiveness of the emission control system under conditions which may reasonably be supposed to be encountered in normal vehicle operation as well as also also use. Motor vehicles equipped with defeat devices cannot be certified.”
How Volkswagen’s emissions scandal unfolded
May 2014 The West Virginia University’s (WVU) Centre for Alternative Fuels, Engines as well as also also Emissions publishes results of a study commissioned by the International Council on Clean Transportation that will found significantly higher-than-claimed in-use emissions coming from two diesel cars, a 2012 Jetta as well as also also a 2013 Passat. A BMW X5 also tested passed the tests. WVU alerts California Air Resources Board (CARB) as well as also also the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to the issue.
Summer 2014 Over the course of the year following the publication of the WVU study, VW continues to assert to CARB as well as also also the EPA that will the increased emissions coming from these vehicles could be attributed to various technical issues as well as also also unexpected in-use conditions.
December 2014 VW issues a voluntary recall of approximately 500,000 vehicles to address the emissions issue.
6 May 2015 CARB, in coordination with the EPA, conducts follow-up testing of these vehicles both inside laboratory as well as also also during normal road operation to confirm the efficacy of VW’s recall. Testing shows the recall has had only a limited benefit. None of the potential technical issues suggested by VW can explain the higher test results consistently confirmed during further testing by CARB.
Summer 2015 CARB as well as also also the EPA make that will clear that will they will not approve certificates of conformity – necessary for vehicles to be sold inside USA – for VW’s 2016 design year diesel vehicles until the some sort of car adequately explain the anomalous emissions as well as also also ensure the agencies that will the 2016 design year vehicles might not have similar issues.
3 September 2015 During a meeting VW admits that will has designed as well as also also installed a defeat device in these vehicles inside form of a sophisticated software algorithm that will detects when a vehicle can be undergoing emissions testing.
18 September 2015 CARB as well as also also the EPA make their findings public, stating that will Volkswagen has violated two sections of the Clean Air Act, firstly by selling or offering for sale vehicles that will did not comply with their certificates of conformity, as well as also also second by manufacturing as well as also also installing into these vehicles an electronic control module capable of switching its calibration to beat the emissions tests.
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VW Microbus to go electric at CES tech show
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The Bulli, first seen in 2011, could provide inspiration for completely new concept
Classic Camper van will return with all-electric derivative to showcase VW’s vision for autonomous tech, safety as well as connectivity
The Volkswagen Microbus will make another return with an electric concept at the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas next month, prior to an official announcement confirming the iconic van’s return to the German car maker’s line-up.
Described as a close preview to a planned production variation of the Microbus to be produced at Volkswagen’s Puebla factory in Mexico coming from 2017, the concept is usually set to showcase a newly developed electric drive system among some other contemporary connectivity technologies.
The zero local emission driveline, which relies on the Volkswagen Group’s latest lithium-ion battery technology as used by the Audi R8 E-Tron as well as Audi Q6 E-Tron Quattro concept, is usually claimed to provide a range of between 400 as well as 500km (250-310 miles) depending on the driving conditions.
The German supplier received a, which is usually seeking to rebuild its reputation inside the wake of the emissions scandal, will show off the vehicle during a keynote speech by Herbert Diess, head of passenger cars for Volkswagen, on the eve of CES.
In his address Diess will lay out Volkswagen’s vision for electric mobility as well as sustainability.
The all-electric Microbuss is usually planned to be offered alongside more conventional turbocharged four-cylinder petrol as well as diesel powerplants on the production Microbus, which senior Wolfsburg sources describe as being smaller than the latest Multivan.
Speaking at the completely new York show earlier This specific year, a Volkswagen spokesman revealed in which VW engineers as well as designers were working on a completely new Camper van concept using a modest electric motor driving the front wheels as well as battery packs stored under the floor.
The spokesman told Autocar in which the design of the original VW van was “so iconic” in which any attempt at a completely new design would likely have to have three “very important” design cues: “First the wide, solid, D-pillar, second the boxy design of the centre section as well as, thirdly, the front end must have a very short overhang. The distance coming from the A-pillar to the front end must be very short.”
The key to achieving the unique front-end design is usually the fact in which an electric motor would likely allow a much lower ‘bonnet line’ than a conventional petrol engine. This specific, in turn, would likely allow the A-pillars to be placed much further forward than in a conventional MPV.
The news of VW’s completely new EV concept was confirmed by Gary Shapiro, president as well as chief executive of the company which organises CES. He said the vehicle would likely be a “groundbreaking electric vehicle in which will further illustrate the synergy between the Internet of Things as well as the automotive industry”.
Shapiro added: “We are pleased Volkswagen will use the CES stage to unveil a concept car displaying its latest developments in safe as well as energy-efficient electric vehicles consistent with VW’s long history of innovation inside the driving experience.
“When we agreed to a Volkswagen keynote earlier This specific year we, along with the globe, did not know much about emissions testing, however after talking with Dr Diess I felt the CES audience would likely be interested in his vision as well as curious about his plans for a completely new type of sustainable car.
“right now, VW has an opportunity at CES to show the globe its designs for the future as well as how the company views electric mobility as well as sustainability.”
Diess’s keynote speech, which will take place on 5 January on the eve of CES’s opening, is usually likely to expand on comments he made last month about how Volkswagen was “repositioning itself for the future”.
“We are becoming more efficient, we are giving our product range as well as our core technologies a completely new focus as well as we are creating room for forward-looking technologies by speeding up the efficiency program.”
Diess also hinted in which “a completely new standard with regard to connectivity as well as driver assistance systems is usually to be defined”, as well as the idea seems likely in which the CES show car will showcase autonomous driving technologies.
Volkswagen’s production car range already includes fully electric vehicles such as the e-Golf as well as e-Up in some markets.
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Backed by over 20 years of experience, Leslie Norris Townsend is easily one of the funniest, most entertaining comediennes working today. Leslie 30+ television appearances include Comedy Central, A&E's An Evening at the Improv, and sketches seen on The Tonight Show with Jay Leno.
As a teenager, Leslie lost her mother to cancer and father to alcoholism. Left to raise her younger siblings, she never lost her positive outlook. She went from food stamps to Star Search grand champion finalist, with $100,000 within her grasp. Devastated that she didn't take home the Grand prize, it wasn't until years later that Leslie saw that God had bigger plans. Her dramatic story will motivate and inspire all.
Leslie left behind a promising acting career to create a better life for her children. In the classic fish-out-of-water tale, she moved from Hollywood to rural Ohio to live and work on her family's 100 year old farm. This only added new material to her already hilarious routines.
Besides being a proud mother, Leslie is also a successful businesswoman. She co-owns Townsend Productions, a 15,000 square foot recording facility in Celina, OH. She brings the same skills to business that has served her so well in life: letting go of ego, making the best of any situation, and good, old-fashioned hard work.
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Arabic (ar)مُفَتِّشُو التأمينات على أبواب السويسريين
German (de)Sozialdetektive mit einem Fuss in der Haustür
Spanish (es)Detectives sociales en la puerta de casa
French (fr)Les surveillants des assurés devant la porte des Suisses
Italian (it)Detective sociali sulla soglia della porta di casa
Japanese (ja)玄関先にまで監視の目が？保険金不正受給対策として行き過ぎか
Portuguese (pt)Detetives sociais para combater abusos na assistência social
Russian (ru)Социальные детективы — тема для голосования в Швейцарии
Chinese (zh)保险公司雇用私家侦探监视滥用保险金嫌疑人
Vote November 25, 2018 Big Brother on the doorstep?
By Andrea Tognina
This content was published on October 27, 2018 5:00 PM Oct 27, 2018 - 17:00
How far can social welfare detectives go when they carry out surveillance? The amended law leaves considerable margin for interpretation for supporters and opponents alike.
(© Keystone/Ennio Leanza)
Voters have the final say on November 25 on amended legislation which would enable private detectives working for social insurance agencies to carry out surveillance of people suspected of abusing the Swiss system.
This measure is necessary to discourage fraud, parliament and government have decided. Opponents consider it a menace to the rule of law. They have challenged the reform to a nationwide referendum.
Mr. A. had an accident at work. He suffers backaches as a result, and he has qualified for disability benefits paid by the Accident Compensation Fundexternal link. Officials nevertheless suspect that A. is pretending to be more incapacitated than he really is. His medical status is not really clear, and during interviews with officials he was evasive in his answers. For this reason the officials call in Mr. B., a private investigator, to watch A. and find out if his health condition is really what he claims it is.[i]
Fraud in figures
Between 2009 and 2016, the country’s disability insurance fund carried out 16,000 investigations of suspected abuse of the system.
In 1,700 of the cases, there was covert surveillance and in 800 of them the suspicions were found to be justified. In the same period, the accident compensation fund carried out 3,300 investigations of suspicious cases and carried out surveillance of 11 people.
In 2017, the disability insurance fund investigated 2,130 cases, out of a total of 217,000 insured people. In 210 cases surveillance was carried out, in 170 of these suspicions were confirmed.
The total savings on disability payments amount to about CHF178 million ($178 million) - according to the agency’s estimates -, and of that amount, about CHF60 million can be attributed to surveillance.
Source: Federal Office for Social Insurance
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According to the bill to amend Swiss legislation on social insurance, subject to the referendum vote on November 25, B. can watch A. if he is on the street, in a bar, in a park or any other place accessible to the public.
He can also watch him if he is in a place freely visible from a public place, say if he is on a balcony or in a garden that is not hidden from view by some barrier.
The private investigator will also be entitled to take photos and record voices, as long as he does not use any instrument to increase the power of his vision or hearing artificially, such as a telephoto lens, a night-vision device or a directional microphone.
If he wants to track the location of the suspect, he will need a court order to use technology such as a GPS device.
In recent years, the Accident Compensation and Disability Insurance agenciesexternal link have been carrying out surveillance systematically to counter fraud.
In October 2016, however, the European Court of Human Rightsexternal link found that the accident compensation fund did not have an adequate legal basis to spy on clients.
The agency immediately ended all surveillance as a result. Later, after an opinion handed down by the Swiss Supreme Court, the disability insurance agency too suspended all surveillance activities.
The collapse of the surveillance option prompted the government and parliament to intervene.
A reform of the social insurance legislation, proposed by the government, was already before parliament. Considering it urgent to provide a legal basis for surveillance activities, a parliamentary majority decided to deal with the sections about surveillance as a matter of priority.
Taking back control How to reconcile direct democracy and international law
As Switzerland continues to debate whether to privilege national or international law, we give a run-down of other options to settle the wrangle.
By Domhnall O'Sullivan
Arabic (ar)فرص التّوفيق بين الدّيموقراطيّة المباشرة والقانون الدّوليّ
German (de)Lassen sich direkte Demokratie und internationales Recht versöhnen?
Spanish (es)¿Cómo reconciliar democracia directa y derecho internacional?
French (fr)Comment réconcilier démocratie directe et droit international
Italian (it)Come riconciliare democrazia diretta e diritto internazionale
Japanese (ja)スイスの直接民主制と国際法、折り合いはどう付ける？
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In March 2018 both houses of parliament approved the amended legislation with comfortable majorities.
The amended legislationexternal link, besides specifying the ways and means and situations in which covert surveillance can take place, specifies that it may be authorised by a representative of the insurance agency with management responsibilities where there are real indications that fraud may be going on, and where another means of investigation would not be adequate.
Surveillance may be carried out for no more than 30 days in a six-month period. The period of surveillance can be extended for no more than a further six months.
At the end of the surveillance, the insurer must inform the person subjected to surveillance why, how and for how long they were being watched. Where surveillance has failed to support the suspicion of fraud, the insurer must destroy all materials gathered, unless the insured person requests them to be preserved.
These new rules affect not only accident compensation and disability insurance, but all social insurance programmes subject to the legislation, which includes old age pensions, unemployment insurance and compulsory health insurance.
So, potentially, it could affect just about every resident of Switzerland. Excluded from it are social welfare benefits, which come under the jurisdiction of cantons and municipalities, and employer-based pension funds.
Dimitri Rougy The crowd, the digital motivator, and his mobile phone
Dimitri Rougy is a fresh face among the political activists on the national scene. He helped organise Switzerland's first referendum via social media.
By Urs Geiser
Arabic (ar)الحشد الجماهيري وقائد الحملات الإلكترونية وهاتفه المحمول
German (de)Die Crowd, der digitale Motivator und sein Mobiltelefon
Spanish (es)El movilizador de masas y su teléfono móvil
French (fr)Le public, l’influenceur numérique et son téléphone mobile
Italian (it)La folla, il motivatore digitale e il suo cellulare
Japanese (ja)SNSを駆使し有権者を動かすスイスのデジタル政治活動家
Portuguese (pt)A multidão, o motivador digital, e seu celular
Russian (ru)Молодежь в швейцарской политике: активные и мобильные
Chinese (zh)在数码世界中纵横的瑞士青年政治家
Whereas no-one questions the need to curb fraud in social insurance programmes, politicians on the left have severely criticised the bill in parliament, saying it is disproportionate and threatens the basic rights and privacy of clients.
The law, too hastily approved, they say, would serve the interests of the social insurance agencies alone and would put all insured persons under a cloud of suspicion.
Opponents particularly object to the provision in this bill that would allow the agencies to carry out surveillance without having to get a court order to do it.
They also think that the bill would give these agencies powers that even the police do not have.
The code of criminal procedure allows police to carry out surveillance in a public place without a court order, but, unlike the new bill, it does not allow for surveillance of a person in a place which is visible from a public place.
According to the Federal Office of Social Insuranceexternal link, however, decisions of the supreme court actually do allow the police to do this, although the code does not specify it. The fact remains that the bill gives private detectives the right to use methods similar to those used by police forces.
Referring to case law again, the federal office denies that "freely visible places" mentioned in the bill would include places inside a dwelling, as opponents have claimed.
Living rooms, bedrooms and stairways would be covered by privacy rules and could not be subjected to surveillance by detectives hired by social insurance agencies.
The office has also given an assurance that the bill will not allow detectives to use technical devices augmenting normal human vision or hearing so as to take photos or record audio or video.
So no drones, night-vision goggles, infrared cameras, telescopes or bugs.
Even if these are not explicitly excluded by the bill, it is to be assumed from the legal system generally, by analogy with the criminal procedure code, and declarations by the Swiss government during the legislative process.
Some supporters of a referendum, especially those of liberal views, criticise the poor wording of the legislation and expect that arguments about the controversial issues would soon wind up before the courts.
[i] Fictitious scenario.
A citizen movement, including the author Sibylle Berg, political campaigner Dimitri Rougy and internet security expert Hernani Marquez, have challenged the law to a nationwide vote.
The group collected the necessary 50,000 signatures in 100 days notably using the social media - a first in the history of Switzerland's direct democracy.
Leftwing parties initially came out against a legal reform in parliament. They refused to support the referendum group for tactical reasons. Later on, they changed their policy.
The law is also opposed by the youth chapters of the centrist and centre-rights parties.
They argue the law was hastily drawn up and leaves too much margin for interpretation.
Adapted from Italian by Terence MacNamee/urs, swissinfo.ch
Vote November 25, 2018
Referendum committee Social Welfare Detectives (German, French)
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Big Brother on the doorstep? Andrea Tognina Oct 27, 2018 - 17:00 Voters have the final say on November 25 on amended legislation which would enable private detectives working for social insurance agencies to carry out surveillance of people suspected of abusing the Swiss system. This measure is necessary to discourage fraud, parliament and government have decided. Opponents consider it a menace to the rule of law. They have challenged the reform to a nationwide referendum. Mr. A. had an accident at work. He suffers backaches as a result, and he has qualified for disability benefits paid by the Accident Compensation Fund. Officials nevertheless suspect that A. is pretending to be more incapacitated than he really is. His medical status is not really clear, and during interviews with officials he was evasive in his answers. For this reason the officials call in Mr. B., a private investigator, to watch A. and find out if his health condition is really what he claims it is.[i] Fraud in figures Between 2009 and 2016, the country’s disability insurance fund carried out 16,000 investigations of suspected abuse of the system. In 1,700 of the cases, there was covert surveillance and in 800 of them the suspicions were found to be justified. In the same period, the accident compensation fund carried out 3,300 investigations of suspicious cases and carried out surveillance of 11 people. In 2017, the disability insurance fund investigated 2,130 cases, out of a total of 217,000 insured people. In 210 cases surveillance was carried out, in 170 of these suspicions were confirmed. The total savings on disability payments amount to about CHF178 million ($178 million) - according to the agency’s estimates -, and of that amount, about CHF60 million can be attributed to surveillance. Source: Federal Office for Social Insurance According to the bill to amend Swiss legislation on social insurance, subject to the referendum vote on November 25, B. can watch A. if he is on the street, in a bar, in a park or any other place accessible to the public. He can also watch him if he is in a place freely visible from a public place, say if he is on a balcony or in a garden that is not hidden from view by some barrier. The private investigator will also be entitled to take photos and record voices, as long as he does not use any instrument to increase the power of his vision or hearing artificially, such as a telephoto lens, a night-vision device or a directional microphone. If he wants to track the location of the suspect, he will need a court order to use technology such as a GPS device. In recent years, the Accident Compensation and Disability Insurance agencies have been carrying out surveillance systematically to counter fraud. European Court of Human Rights In October 2016, however, the European Court of Human Rights found that the accident compensation fund did not have an adequate legal basis to spy on clients. The agency immediately ended all surveillance as a result. Later, after an opinion handed down by the Swiss Supreme Court, the disability insurance agency too suspended all surveillance activities. The collapse of the surveillance option prompted the government and parliament to intervene. A reform of the social insurance legislation, proposed by the government, was already before parliament. Considering it urgent to provide a legal basis for surveillance activities, a parliamentary majority decided to deal with the sections about surveillance as a matter of priority. In March 2018 both houses of parliament approved the amended legislation with comfortable majorities. Covert surveillance The amended legislation, besides specifying the ways and means and situations in which covert surveillance can take place, specifies that it may be authorised by a representative of the insurance agency with management responsibilities where there are real indications that fraud may be going on, and where another means of investigation would not be adequate. Surveillance may be carried out for no more than 30 days in a six-month period. The period of surveillance can be extended for no more than a further six months. At the end of the surveillance, the insurer must inform the person subjected to surveillance why, how and for how long they were being watched. Where surveillance has failed to support the suspicion of fraud, the insurer must destroy all materials gathered, unless the insured person requests them to be preserved. These new rules affect not only accident compensation and disability insurance, but all social insurance programmes subject to the legislation, which includes old age pensions, unemployment insurance and compulsory health insurance. So, potentially, it could affect just about every resident of Switzerland. Excluded from it are social welfare benefits, which come under the jurisdiction of cantons and municipalities, and employer-based pension funds. Controversy Whereas no-one questions the need to curb fraud in social insurance programmes, politicians on the left have severely criticised the bill in parliament, saying it is disproportionate and threatens the basic rights and privacy of clients. The law, too hastily approved, they say, would serve the interests of the social insurance agencies alone and would put all insured persons under a cloud of suspicion. Opponents particularly object to the provision in this bill that would allow the agencies to carry out surveillance without having to get a court order to do it. They also think that the bill would give these agencies powers that even the police do not have. The code of criminal procedure allows police to carry out surveillance in a public place without a court order, but, unlike the new bill, it does not allow for surveillance of a person in a place which is visible from a public place. Privacy According to the Federal Office of Social Insurance, however, decisions of the supreme court actually do allow the police to do this, although the code does not specify it. The fact remains that the bill gives private detectives the right to use methods similar to those used by police forces. Referring to case law again, the federal office denies that "freely visible places" mentioned in the bill would include places inside a dwelling, as opponents have claimed. Living rooms, bedrooms and stairways would be covered by privacy rules and could not be subjected to surveillance by detectives hired by social insurance agencies. The office has also given an assurance that the bill will not allow detectives to use technical devices augmenting normal human vision or hearing so as to take photos or record audio or video. So no drones, night-vision goggles, infrared cameras, telescopes or bugs. Even if these are not explicitly excluded by the bill, it is to be assumed from the legal system generally, by analogy with the criminal procedure code, and declarations by the Swiss government during the legislative process. Some supporters of a referendum, especially those of liberal views, criticise the poor wording of the legislation and expect that arguments about the controversial issues would soon wind up before the courts. [i] Fictitious scenario. Referendum A citizen movement, including the author Sibylle Berg, political campaigner Dimitri Rougy and internet security expert Hernani Marquez, have challenged the law to a nationwide vote. The group collected the necessary 50,000 signatures in 100 days notably using the social media - a first in the history of Switzerland's direct democracy. Leftwing parties initially came out against a legal reform in parliament. They refused to support the referendum group for tactical reasons. Later on, they changed their policy. The law is also opposed by the youth chapters of the centrist and centre-rights parties. They argue the law was hastily drawn up and leaves too much margin for interpretation.
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Arabic (ar)حملة شعبية لإسقاط قانون مراقبة "المتحايلين" وللحد من صلاحية المحققين
Ahead of the 2019 elections Recruiting voters to be part of the campaign
Traditional politics has relied on influencing public opinion largely through the press. The new politics is all about mobilising crowds.
By Claude Longchamp
German (de)Wähler werden Werber
Spanish (es)Convertir a los electores en parte de la campaña
French (fr)Les électeurs deviennent des publicitaires
Italian (it)Gli elettori diventano pubblicitari
Japanese (ja)有権者を宣伝役に SNS時代の政治キャンペーン
Portuguese (pt)Eleitores tornam-se anunciantes
Russian (ru)Новый избиратель: гражданин или рекламный агент?
Lack of right opportunities Many refugees rely on social assistance
More job integration projects are needed to help refugees find work.
Arabic (ar)الكثير من اللاجئين لا زالوا رهائن للمساعدات الإجتماعية
Vote November 25, 2018 ‘Swiss first’ principle could cause upset at ballot box
A proposal to put the Swiss constitution above international law and the promotion of cows with horns could win a majority in next month’s vote.
German (de)Selbstbestimmungs-Initiative: Schafft es das Nein ins Ziel?
Spanish (es)La iniciativa ‘para la autodeterminación’ arranca mal
French (fr)Faux départ de l'initiative pour l'autodétermination
Italian (it)L'iniziativa "per l'autodeterminazione" inciampa all'avvio
Russian (ru)Швейцарцы могут отклонить инициативу «О чужих судьях»!
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Obiano calls on FG to investigate murder of Nigeran in South Africa
By TheNigerian News Last updated Jul 9, 2019
By Sylvanus Okpe
Governor Willie Obiano of Anambra State on Monday called on the Federal Government to investigate the alleged murder of Mrs Obianuju Ndubuisi-Chukwu’s in Johannesburg, South Africa.
The state’s Commissioner for Information and Public Enlightenment, Mr Don Adinuba, in a statement urged the Federal Government to prevail on the South African government to take decisive actions over the murder of the Nigerian, the Deputy Director-General of the Chartered Insurance Institute of Nigeria (CIIN) who was reported to have died while attending a meeting of the African Insurance Organisation in the South African commercial capital.
The mother of two boys, was found lifeless in her Emperor Palace Hotel room on Thursday, June 13.
Part of the statement reads, “It has become necessary to request the SGF to personally wade into the killing.
“The police in Johannesburg may be capitalising on the absence of a foreign minister in Nigeria to treat the case with levity.”
The statement further alerts the FG of the death of 53-year old indigene of Anambra State, which report suggests that the South African police are treating her murder as just another Nigerian’s death.
“It is disheartening that more than three weeks after the dastardly act, the South African police have not deemed it necessary to investigate the heinous crime with the seriousness it deserves.
“Ndubuisi-Chukwu was not an ordinary person, but a top corporate executive who was billed to become chief executive of her organisation in 2020.
“She was representing Nigeria at the meeting in Johannesburg where she met her untimely death,” the governor said.
The statement also countered the report of the South African Department of Home Affairs whose autopsy report revealed that Ndubuisi-Chukwu was strangulated declaring that the report is not true.
He described the autopsy report as contradicting an earlier version of the report that suggested that she might have died in her sleep or committed suicide.
Obiano also called on the South African Police to carryout a thorough investigation so as to unravel the person or persons who entered her room after her attendance at the farewell dinner held on Wednesday, June 12 before her tragic death.
“The job has been made easier now because Emperor Palace Hotel has agreed to release the CCTV footage to them,” he added.
The governor also noted that he will not relent in the quest for justice over Anambra indigenes who looses his life in Nigeria or abroad, saying that Ndubuisi-Chukwu’s death has become subject of intense media probing.
He also lauded Prof. Chidi Odinkalu, past Chairman, Nigerian Human Rights Commission, on the effort being made to ensure that those behind the gruesome murder of Ndubuisi-Chukwu are brought to book.
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Don’t Drag The Military Into The Politics Of Elections, Traditional Ruler Begs Politicians
The traditional ruler of Owu–Okuta, Osun State, Oba Adekunle Oyelude Makama, Tegbesun III, has warned politicians not to drag the Nigerian military into politics.
Makama, who hosted journalists at his palace on Wednesday, said the move is anti- democratic.
“Through my consistent observation of our political activities since the return of civilian rule in 1999, I have come to a realisation that opposition parties are fond of accusing incumbent of using the military to suppress it before, during and after general elections, with the Army being the worst hit.
There is no doubt that this development is unhealthy for our nascent democracy and nation building. It is noteworthy that it creates unnecessary tension in the polity just as it also reduces the military to a dispensable tool in the hands of political class.”
The royal father, who could be seen holding back some privileged information at his disposal on how some politicians are allegedly mounting pressure on the military, especially the Nigerian Army to carry out partisan activities, commended the leadership of the Army for resisting external influences and performing their duties as patriotic Nigerians.
“Based on my status as traditional ruler who must always be seen as father of the nation, I will not go into the specifics on different pressures allegedly mounted on the military, especially the Army, but which the military persistently resisted.
“On the strength of this, I am appealing to our political parties, as we go into the next general election, to leave the armed forces out of their build-up. Without any fear of contradiction, the armed forces is not only the symbol of our national unity and cohesion, it is also the defenders of our territorial integrity as its personnel sacrifice their comfort for our peace.”
He appealed to every Nigerian irrespective of religious, political and ethnic leanings to support the military in the fight against insurgency, in order for the strides made in the war to be visible to all.
“As I have said before now, our troops need our individual and concerted support through prayers and positive comments,” he said. “A situation whereby their efforts are greeted with scornful remarks would naturally kill their morale and also incapacitate their spirit to fight and get desired results.”
Makama also warned Nigerians to be weary of external forces who masquerade as human rights organization but are agents of destabilization while he also challenged the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to be fair in their conduct of the forth coming general elections.
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Home Sports India’s Shubhankar Sharma finished creditable tied 20th at Colonial golf
India’s Shubhankar Sharma finished creditable tied 20th at Colonial golf
Vastavam web: India’s Shubhankar Sharma carded three-under 67 on the final round to finish a creditable tied 20th, but his senior compatriot Anriban Lahiri ended far behind at tied 58th spot at the Fort Worth Invitational golf tournament at the Colonial here. The 21-year-old Subhankar had two three-putts on front nine and missed three putts, two of them for pars and one for a bogey, inside seven feet to finish six-under 274 for the week.Lahiri endured a disappointing weekend here, with rounds of 68-69 to register a total of two-under 268. The finish at Fort Worth was Shubhankar’s second best finish on the PGA Tour after his tied 9th in WGC-Mexico.
It also broke a series of missed cuts in America for Shubhankar, who missed the cut twice in Texas and the Masters before this. Next on the cards for him is the Memorial.Shubhankar had an eventful start with back-to-back birdies, followed by a bogey-birdie-bogey-par-birdie sequence. He turned in two-under 33 and then started the back nine with a double. He made up with birdies on 11th, 13th and 15th for a round of 67.”I started the back nine badly with a double. It was a pretty easy one actually from the bunker, but I duffed it and left it there and failed to make the up and down and ended with a double.
Overall a good week, but it could have been much better, but I am happy the game is trending in the right direction and I am playing the Memorial next week, so look forward to that, he added.As for the highlights of the day, Shubhankar mentioned, On the fourth, a par-3, I hit to two feet for a birdie and again on 15th from the bunker and 150 yards out, I hit to two feet for a birdie. I also had good putts on 11th and 13th.
Lahiri, with four birdies and one each bogey and double bogey, shot 69 and finished tied 58th.Rose, who started the final day four shots ahead, was never really in danger despite Koepka matching his birdies on first and second. Koepka turned in flawless four-under, but Rose, despite a bogey on third, turned in five-under as he birdied three in a row from fifth and then added another on ninth, which was his sixth birdie on front nine. On the back nine, he birdied 11th and 15th and could afford a bogey on 18th and still win by three. Koepka had four birdies on back and a closing bogey on 18th.Koepka, on a comeback after a long lay-off due to injury, shot his second 63 of the week for a total of 17-under 263 to finish second.
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The image below was created by the kids, so there are a few spelling mistakes. But, as said by one of our amazing teachers, spelling, like life, isn't always perfect. But it can still be honest, heartfelt, and beautiful. So, with that, we hope you enjoy this beautiful piece written in combination by our students and our fantastic Ms. Tori. A wonderful way to start Spring! Thank you VVA!
“Can you name 10 things that make Via Vita unique, that you love and appreciate about your school?”
It’s a question I’m sure most of the kids have thought of from time to time but one that I was curious to see be put into words. As I stare at the wonderful 60 faces in front of me, eager to participate, I can not help but have a sense of immense pride. Pride in my kids, in my work team, and in the environment in which I have been honoured to become a part of.
As I stand at the front of the room in Buddies with my fellow teachers in tow, I am amazed at the level of critical thinking these kids bring to class every day. Without hesitation they create groups that involve all ages and designate a writer and “techy” who copies down the information and then prepares it for our Menti project. Menti (as the lovely Ms. Rhiannon taught me) is a brainstorming website that allows multiple people to add words to a central idea or question. The best part is the ideas that come forward more often are the ones that grow in size. It is reflective of that age old classroom question “so what’s our big picture, what is our major focus”, without standing at the front of the room in a lecture-style lesson. As we rotate around the room, it is clear that the kids mirror many of their fellow teachers’ style of classroom management. They prompt their friends for answers to our question, and are patient for the ideas to come out rather than move on to the next student. Some of our older students engage with focus activities or adapted questions to help our Pre-Kindergarten kids feel acknowledged and involved.
All in all the lesson goes according to plan, and as we come back together to share our answers with the Menti Cloud projected on to the wall, I cannot help but feel that twinge of excitement to see what the kids really believe sets our school apart.
Their excitement grows with each word that is typed and submitted, and while they smile, laugh, and point I cannot help but feel that sense of pride again. It wells up in my throat as I observe the things that I know in my heart are important to their learning, but that you sometimes wonder if they are picking up on. Music, daily physical activity and kitchen are the first to be thrown up on the board, and it is amazing to see how they value the impact that daily life skills have on their growth. Values like kindness, buddies, and helping others are quickly added; compassion training that is close to all of our collective hearts. After school is added by another student and I feel Ms. Hilary grab my arm, and with a giant smile she goes, “Look, I’m up there!”
“Of course you are Hilary”, I think... we couldn’t do this without you.
As the word 'kind' builds it’s way up to the centre (being the most common word they think of), I stare at these beautiful future adults. If the one thing we could bring to them every day is how to be kind to each other, I know I would never have another moment where I question myself, “did I make an impact today?”
Buddies lesson for the day: never underestimate the value of kindness in a child’s education. It will truly inspire everyone around you. It is something I have seen every day since I joined Via Vita Academy, and I cannot express how thankful I am to work in an environment that values this quality.
And knowing that our kids believe it sets us apart too?
Well, there’s something kind of magical about that, isn’t there?
From the very appreciative,
Ms. Tori
Building Visions, Together
Our VVA staff is truly something special. Up until the years of VVA, we had never worked with such diverse, supportive, and passionate group of educators who truly take risks together, share and reflect together to build such a positive work and learning space. Another dream conquered - a work environment that feels like home! Every day we see new layers of ourselves appear because we feel so supported and apart of an amazing team. Thank you VVA staff. Truly, thank you.
An extra special thank you to Mr. Ryan for writing this beautiful post, describing a very special day for all us of at VVA, the day we decided upon our Vision Statement. A couple year's into operating, and we still hadn't narrowed down our vision statement enough to confidently share it with the world, that is until this wonderful summer's afternoon. It was a day none of us have forgotten, and often long to create again. The wonderful mix of mindful reflection, nature at it's finest, and clear and confident minds that came together that day has truly left a beautiful mark on all of us.
Now that it’s January, I thought I might share a flashback to this one day that our teaching team shared back in August, when things were warmer, and our vision for this school first officially took shape...
Mid-August arrives, and the Via Vita Teaching Team gathers to envision how our year of learning together is going to look...
...But before we can start, there is a major list of tedious to-do’s to be done; rooms need rearranging, schedules need straightening, forms need filling, protocols need punctuation, new staff need to be shown the ropes, plus-this-plus-that and then some, among a bunch of other one-last-little-items. Phew. The first days of our first week back have us feeling a bit hectic, straight outta the gate.
Then comes a surprise: we’re invited to spend a day together out of the school, well removed from our list of to-do’s. There’s this place, on a lake, away from the whirring, clunking sounds of the city. A place surrounded by trees, whose leaves will be gently rustled by the crisp winds of late summer. A place where the year ahead might be more comfortably envisioned.
Also we’ll be fed dinner.
Away we go.
Upon arrival, everything that was promised comes to life. We are alone on the lake, where all but the Judas Trees are still green with the vivacity of August’s bittersweet ending. We set up shop in a wide oval on the deck, and for that day’s first hour, we do little but breathe this place in together, and exhale the last few days away. This place. This is where we’ll truly begin our year.
Working comes easily. We have a list of to-do’s for this day, too, but here, getting things done flows as readily as the lake lightly rippled by the breeze. So we explore things that might’ve been harder somewhere else--our personal strengths and struggles, how we can be more mindful in our learnings and teachings, and how to move forward as a new team, together. These talks are challenging, but they are beautiful, and as we share, our vision of the year ahead becomes ever more clear.
There is one item left on our list, but the day is young, so we stop to eat and laugh. Above us, clouds waver indecisively about whether to rain, while late summer sunbeams promise to keep things warm regardless. After several helpings of delicious food, we’re feeling ready to take on that last to-do: make a statement about the school, one that encapsulates, in one line, what it is we’ll be ever-envisioning for our school as we learn, teach, play, and work alongside our students.
Our team is in full swing; we’re especially pumped about this line, and it shows in our approach; in pursuit of something simple, true, and achievable, we take to willfully weaving our ideal pursuit. Somehow, what we envision has to fit into this one clear-cut sentence. It sounds heavy, it sounds intimidating, and yet for us, melding likeable minds lakeside, under the shifting summer sky, the day’s last to-do is done not long after we’ve begun:
Our vision is a culture empowered by community, compassion and wonder.
We’re finished, but, because we’re feeling pretty great about our day, we decide to keep it going. So into the lake we finally go. Some dive straight in, while some dip toes. Some swim to the raft, and some soon after leap off in a rush after spotting spiders. While we’re laughing and treading water together, The sky finally makes up its mind, and we watch as the wind pushes a warm rainfall across the lake toward us. And we stay put, and keep treading water, and laughing together.
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The Wow Moment, Three Years Later
Three years ago, today, we announced to the world that we would open a school.
The echo of those words still, every time, sounds so strange in our ears, "Open a school"?! I think we still follow that up with, “who does that?” Because honestly, who does that? Did we really actually do that? I guess we did! And really, it turned out to be everything we dreamed it could be, plus some. Which really was a gamble, don’t you think?
We recognized that opening a school would be the riskiest, scariest, bravest, most unheard-of thing we could do at the time for our teaching careers and lives. It would change everything in our lives, from personal to professional, and everything in between. But, with a special blend of trust in each other and our skills, a strong dose of perseverance, and great amounts of passion for what we believed education could be, we took that big leap of faith and announced to the world January 1st, 2016 that we would open a school. (We didn’t realize that that would be first of many great leaps of faith we’d be making along the journey of entrepreneurship, but that’s besides the point)
So, looking back, has it been scary? Was it really a big deal? Yes, 100%. Managing people, money, time, resources, clients, families, our own beliefs and values, goals, ideas, and our own families is no easy feat. The toughest part is reminding ourselves that it’s okay, it’s not easy, and there’s no perfect way of doing it. We’ve made it through, with smiles on at the end of each day. And what’s even better, we’re still going strong with that same recipe for motivation that we started with.
So, yes, all of that was big and scary. But what’s bigger to us, what really gets us saying, “Wow”, is when we’re standing in the back lobby right after snack time when the kids are hanging their coats and rushing off to their next class. You see 58 pairs of boots lined up on the shelf, older ones stopping to tie a little one’s shoe, a younger one stopping to say hello, and they all bustle past and then suddenly, it becomes quiet as classes get started – that moment of quiet, when we both look at each other and know exactly what the other one is thinking. Wow. What is it, you ask? What is it about that moment that gives us goose bumps, wide eyes and is immediately followed up by a deep breath? It's when we both realize that all of this just wouldn’t be without that that great leap of bravery 3 years ago and the continued leaps every day since. It makes every once of effort worth it. These students wouldn’t have made new friendships, wouldn’t be aware of how different a class of 10 can be. They wouldn’t be bouncing to math class with the skip in their step, lining their boots along the shelf with care. They may not be confident in their ability to speak up, or even acknowledge the needs of someone else to tie a shoe. This all happens, day in and day out, which we think is quite amazing and awesome, because of a big decision we made, and truthfully continue to make every day, to push through barriers, go against the grain, and open Via Vita.
We, now, get to be apart of each of these students’ lives and play a role in shaping their future. They inspire us daily to be better and try harder, and we are forever grateful for that. We have met and continue to learn from the most amazing educators, parents, and community members who teach us everyday the value of working as a team.
To all of the wonderful teams of people who we’ve come to meet along this journey, and those we will get to meet in 2019, thank you, thank you, and happy New Year! Thank you for supporting us, challenging us, motivating us, inspiring us, and most importantly, reminding us stay true to who we are. It truly takes a village, and we are beyond proud of the village VVA has become.
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Arizona Volleyball: L.A. trip preview
Published Oct 12, 2018 4:09pm
By Eileen Kerrigan
Brandon Randolph hoping to follow in footsteps of other former undrafted Wildcats
By Ray Diaz 07/15/19 5:04pm
Simon Asher | The Daily Wildcat Arizona Volleyball head coach Dave Rubio argues with an official over a call made during the UA-Utah game on Friday, Oct. 13.
This weekend, the Wildcats will face UCLA on Friday, Oct. 12 in Pauley Pavilion and USC on Sunday, Oct. 14 in Galen Center. The Wildcats are currently ranked No. 23, while the Trojans are No. 15. The UCLA Bruins are ranked No. 20.
After losing to Washington last weekend, the Wildcats are preparing to play in L.A. this week, assistant coach Charita Stubbs said.
“It’s one of those matches we all look forward to playing and get really excited, so it’s a matter of keeping everyone at bay," Stubbs said. "We have had a lot of success in the past playing them, which has been really good for us, so we are looking forward to it and, barring injuries, we should have a healthy roster.”
RELATED: UA volleyball swept at home vs Washington schools, Rubio not pleased
Elizabeth Shelton and Paige Whipple were again able to partially participate in practice this week and are waiting on clearance after being on concussion protocol, according to Stubbs.
Shelton said she is progressing to one hundred percent and will see if she can play this weekend.
“I would like to help. I'll [be] around [to] do whatever I can, so whatever job they need me to do that is what I will do, whether it's blocking, whether it's defending, whether it's being offensive," Shelton said.
Going into the series this weekend, senior Victoria Svorinic said the team has been working on serving and passing. She also said USC and UCLA are fun to play against.
“Every single game in the Pac [12], you can't really treat one more so than the other. Everyone is tough, everyone is good and, because of that, anyone can win on any given night, so you just have to come out strong, competing every single game. We expect a fight and we expect us to play pretty well," Svorinic said.
USC is 4-2, only having lost to the Oregon Ducks and Stanford Cardinals, and the UCLA Bruins are 4-3 in Pac-12 play.
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Dear Diary Entry 73
Parliament In Session - And Very United!
Tuesday, October 3: It was positive vibes all the way at tonight's first meeting of the season of the Wolves Fans' Parliament. It hasn't always been this way, of course, but there was general contentment and high anticipation in the room.
Home In The Name Of Duty
Family Comes First, So Alun Is Back
Alun Evans is back living in the Midlands following several decades of residency in Australia. British football's first £100,000 teenager has selflessly moved back home to care for his elderly mother and says he is here indefinitely.
Fair Play, City
Etihad Acknowledgement Of Epic Wolves Win
We waited and wondered.......would the Manchester City programme for tonight's visit of Wolves draw a diplomatic veil over the most famous all-time meeting of these two clubs? Ok, we didn't expect a glossy pull-out, nor pictures of the 1974 Wembley thriller popping out from various pages. But it could have been blanked totally.
This One’s On Norman
A Goal Back - For Popular Winger
A small piece of Wolverhampton Wanderers history may shortly be rewritten in favour of home-grown winger Norman Deeley. The Wednesbury-born hero of the 1960 FA Cup final already has a prominent place in Molineux history with his goal tally for the club in League and cup matches standing at 75.
Forman’s Return Visit To His Old Work Site
The Ground Has Changed, Son, But This Is Where Your Dad Used To Play
Matt Forman has used an epic televised meeting of his two former League clubs to make a first match-day visit to Molineux for well over two decades. The former midfielder had been intent on attending a Wolves home game ever since contacting us out of the blue by email a couple of years ago and explaining that there was still plenty of gold and black running through his veins.
Danny Boy Proudly Takes His Place
Danny Batth has joined the exclusive Legends area of Wolves Heroes by going past the 200-game mark with his local club. The Molineux skipper has reached the landmark during his recent return to the Championship starting 11 and takes his place at no 83 in the list.
Gould Award!
Choked Bobby Says Thanks For Honour
Bobby Gould rounded off an emotional return to his home city of Coventry by collecting a lifetime achievement award in front of an appreciative audience. The former striker had two successful spells at Wolves in the 1970s but was back on even more familiar territory to be honoured at the Coventry and North Warwickshire Sports Awards night at the Sky Blues' Ricoh Arena.
Buckley ‘A Man With The Midas Touch’
Genial Figure Who Prepared Wolves For Greatness
It has often been lamented by veteran Wolves supporters that Stan Cullis was denied the full extent of the praise he deserved for winning three League titles and two FA Cups at Molineux. Here, though, we can present evidence that one of his predecessors, Major Frank Buckley, was very much lauded - in an obscure and long-forgotten publication at least.
Candid And Emotional
Dave Retraces His Unhappy Wolves Steps In The Best Of Causes
Charity fund-raising dinner in his honour or not, Dave Thomas was piercingly honest. "I hated my time at Wolves," he said. "It was a horrible period for me." It wasn't the usual opening gambit from a VIP guest at a function through which giant waves of gold and black nostalgia washed, even if this gathering was at the lovely Red Lion Hotel at Bobbington, half an hour from Molineux.
The Star And The Wolves – An Enduring ‘Marriage’
Tuesday, October 3rd, 2017
In-Depth Spotlight On The Men Behind The Printed Word
5.25pm every other Saturday. I would stand at the entrance to Wolverhampton railway station. Alternately, I would peer anxiously across to the platform where the train to Crewe would appear any minute and then search eagerly for the van I knew was about to scream up to the kerbside and deposit a fat bundle of pink papers. Would the Sporting Star make it in time?
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Peter Gilliver, the eminent lexicographer with the Oxford English Dictionary whose book I mentioned last time, quoted this word in an interview a couple of weeks ago. He said he had found it when young in a children’s dictionary that was full of such unusual words.
I looked for the word in Google Books, where I found several works which explained it in terms such as “a common lipogranulomatous inflammation of the sebaceous glands of the eyelids, most often the meibomian glands.” Some works also noted that it’s sometimes known as a hordeolum. In confusion, I visited Dr Gilliver’s wonderful online repository of knowledge, in which chalazion is defined as “a small pimple or tubercule; especially one on the eyelid, a stye.”
Several medical experts tell me that these definitions confuse a chalazion with a stye. A chalazion is caused by blockage of the meibomian glands, which make a lubricant for the eye. This may result in a small pimple. A stye or hordoleum is a bacterial infection of the glands that typically leads to inflammation.
Chalazion is the diminutive of Greek chalaza for almost any lump, including a small hailstone and a pimple. The OED helpfully pointed me to its entry for chalaza, which stated that in English it’s a zoological term for “Each of the two membranous twisted strings by which the yolk-bag of an egg is bound to the lining membrane at the ends of the shell.” Few of us will ever need to use it, but it’s good to know it exists.
Hordeolum derives from the Latin word for barley grains. However, the name of the meibomian glands isn’t from a classical language but derives from a seventeenth-century German anatomist named Heinrich Meibom.
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The Aeneid by Virgil (Paperback, 2003)
Inspired by Homer and the inspiration for Dante and Milton Virgil's The Aeneid is an immortal epic poem of the ancient world that lies at the heart of Western life and culture translated from the Latin with an introduction by David West in Penguin ClassicsAfter a century of civil strife in Rome and Italy Virgil wrote The Aeneid to honour the emperor Augustus by praising Aeneas - Augustus' legendary ancestor As a patriotic epic imitating Homer The Aeneid also set out to provide rome with a literature equal to that of ancient Greece It tells of Aeneas survivor of the sack of Troy and of his seven-year journey - to Carthage where he tragically fell in love with Queen Dido; then to the underworld in the company of the Sybil of Cumae; and finally to Italy where he founded Rome It is a story of defeat and exile of love and war hailed by Tennyson as 'the stateliest measure ever moulded by the lips of man' David West's acclaimed prose translation is accompanied by an updated introduction Including a new discussion of each of the twelve books of The AeneidPublius Virgilius Maro (70-19 BC) studied rhetoric and philosophy in Rome where he became a court poet As well as The Aeneid his Eclogues and Georgics earned him the reputation as the finest Latin poetIf you enjoyed The Aeneid you might like Homer's The Iliad also available in Penguin Classics'The most truthful translation ever conveying as many nuances and whispers as are possible from the original'The Times'Sweet prose clear and clean and dancing like a mountain stream as here West opens the window and the winds bring life into Virgil's body'Wall Street Journal
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Variety Cruises - The Glories of Spain & Portugal
Steve Aldridge
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A warm Variety Cruises welcome aboard, a cool drink and it was off to our cabin to unpack. Tastefully decorated in woods and muted colours, as was the whole craft, our cabin was compact but with ample room for the little time we would spend in there. Cleverly designed use of space included AirCon, fridge, TV, safe, a comfortable double bed and a marble finished en suite.
Next up dinner, always a treat on Variety's cruises. The beautiful warm weather in Spain meant that we took full advantage of the al fresco dining area on the upper deck, large enough to comfortably accommodate all 49 (max) guests in a single sitting. Delicious food and attentive service was delivered as normal, with each course beautifully prepared and presented. As we got to know our fellow passengers, very easy with such a small number onboard, even the self confessed "foodie" sat next to me was delighted with the fare.
Next morning some took the optional excursion to Grenada including a visit to the magnificent Alhambra (one of the finest Islamic structures in Europe). We decided, having previously explored that area, to seek out the delights of Malaga. Our focus was the charming old town, starting with La Manquinita (the one armed lady). The Cathedral's nickname is given because it's problematic 200 year construction was halted with one of the two bell towers incomplete, but that takes little away from a magnificent exterior and interior. The 8th century Castillo de Gibralfaro serves as a reminder of Malaga's Islamic past. There's a good exhibition and scale model of the castle, plus panoramic views of the city, port and coastline from the ramparts. Picasso's birth city, unsurprisingly, has a Museum dedicated to him as well as his actual birthplace. The 11th century Moorish Alcazaba and the adjacent Roman amphitheater are two of the many other places to visit in Malaga, but we also enjoyed wandering around some of the narrow streets and admiring the balconied buildings.
The magic of going to sleep in one place and waking in another never gets old. Our new location was Puerto Banus, the launchpad for our excursion to wander in the Ronda (that rhymes). Ronda means surrounded by mountains, so (you’ve guessed it) it is surrounded by the Serrania de Ronda. Couple this with the dramatic El Tajo gorge, with Rio Guadalevin (deep river) running 100m below, and we were treated to some spectacular vistas from the 18th century Puente Nuevo ("new" bridge). The town is also regarded as the birthplace of bullfighting and the 200 year old Plaza de Toros is a must visit for bullfighting fans. The on-site museum interestingly charts the history of bullfighting from its aristocratic equestrian school days back in 1572.
Another sumptuous dinner was followed by an impromptu party for a fellow passenger's birthday.
What better way to greet Gibraltar than to have breakfast al fresco on Panorama II and watch a magnificent sunrise. Moored adjacent to Ventura, our 50m motorsailer looked toy-like in comparison to P&O’s massive ship. Nonetheless Panorama II’s was getting plenty of admiring looks for its sleek lines and tall masts, as thousands of passengers poured off the big ship.
Our comprehensive tour took in most of the main sights, including the impressive St Michael's cave. Thought to be bottomless by the Romans it actually winds down about 700 feet and nature has worked its magic over thousands of years for a truly impressive display of stalagmites and stalactites. The caves have music and are lit for dramatic effect. The famous Barbary Apes came to greet us as we exited the cave and loitered serenely as we admired the spectacular views of Gibraltar, mainland Spain, the African coast and the waters of the Mediterranean.
The Rock is said to be honeycombed with 35 miles of tunnels and we visited the WWII tunnels that were excavated during 1939 and 1944 as an extension of the great siege tunnels. An impressive feat of engineering by the Royal Engineers and their Canadian counterparts, the tunnels were never used in anger against a real attack on The Rock. After lunch back onboard, it was time to grab a lounger on the Sun Deck and recharge our batteries for tomorrow's excursion.
Think of Seville and you probably think of oranges or marmalade, but we quickly learned that it is a treasure trove of things to see and admire. The Cathedral architects said they would build it so big and magnificent that future generations would think them mad. Well these crazies certainly took on one of the most ambitious medieval projects and succeeded in constructing the largest gothic cathedral in the world. The nave and Christopher Columbus' tomb are two of the many highlights we were able to feast our eyes on, whilst our guide whispered a string of interesting facts into our personal earpieces. The Alcázar has been remodelled many times over the centuries but we could still see the heavy moorish theme to the architecture, which is still a royal palace.
Our refreshment break in the Jewish quarter gave the ladies a shock when their sangria arrived in pints rather than the expected modest glass (none got left though). The Plaza de España is hard to describe in a few words. Built for the 1929 Expo to showcase Spain’s industry and technology exhibits, its a mixture of columns, arches, mosaics, towers, bridges and horse drawn carriages that clip clop over cobblestones around the central fountain. You really just have to see this for yourself. Seville proved to be one of those places where a day trip is merely a taster and we will be back for a more extensive visit.
Back onboard the Sun Deck is a fantastic place to take the cocktail of the day, be served caviar canapés and watch the sun set as the white sails billow in a gentle breeze. Our BBQ dinner that evening turned into another impromptu party on the main deck. What a privilege it was for our small group of many nationalities to dance the night away on an intimate dance floor, as we sailed to our next port with a cooling breeze in our hair, in the middle of the ocean.
Jerez means sherry and the city is obsessed with it, even removing the humble cockerel from a weathervane and replacing it with a bottle of sherry. We visited one of the largest producers, Bodegas Gonzales Byass but more famously known for its Tio Pepe brand. Our tour started with a short film outlining the history and process that led to the products of today. A guided tour of the Bodega’s racks of oak barrels included an explanation of the blending process that ensures the consistency of the product each year. Barrels were on display, signed by celebrity visitors over the years, including football royalty Bobby Charlton in 1966. A tasting opportunity was the hard part of the visit (not really) and a fitting finale.
Our base in Cadiz was largely as a launchpad for our excursions to Seville and Jerez but fortunately Panorama's dock gave us easy access for a brief exploration. Said to be the oldest continuously inhabited settlement in Europe its layout and fortifications provided the inspiration for many of Spain's excursions in the Americas. The producers of the James Bond movies thought so too, as the shots of Halle Berry wearing a bikini in Cuba in Die Another Day were actually shot in Cadiz.
As calm seas rocked us gently to sleep, Panorama II took us out of Spain and into Portugal and in the morning we awoke in Portimao. Our excursion took us to Silves, home to one of the best preserved moorish castles in the Algarve. As well as walking the fortress walls with great views of the surrounding countryside, we saw the deep well and 5m water cistern built in the 12th century, claimed to be able to supply the castle with water for a whole year when full. Perhaps most notable are the large (government protected) stork nests that are everywhere in the town. So whenever there is a wall, post or a chimney, (even if its all that remains of a derelict house) there is normally a stork and nest on top of it which cannot be moved or destroyed.
I also loved the way the council jazzed up their street utility boxes, with each displaying a unique piece of street art.
From Silves we moved on to Monchique, a small town on the Monchique mountainside. The town is known for its fiery medronho (a liquor made from the fruits of the Arbutus tree), cork products and impressive life-size bronze sculptures.
Variety delivered another great cruise with impeccable service by the Captain and his crew. This was combined with the interesting and enjoyable company of our fellow passengers, in an intimate environment.
What a great way to explore this stretch of coastline and in 2018 the itinerary will get even better when it will cruise up the river to Seville to include Tangiers in Morocco
Press Play to see some fabulous pictures Steve took on his cruise
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The new 718 Cayman GT4 is the perfect sports car for those who like to push the limits. For those who would rather ask ‘why not?’ than ‘why?’. For those who take fun seriously and who would rather sit in a sports seat than a leather armchair.
Design and aerodynamics.
No mild breath of air. No gentle breeze. The signs show a storm is brewing. A glance at the new 718 Cayman GT4 is enough to see: air resistance is not an issue.
Air resistance? Useless.
Rear luggage compartment (with seats folded)
718 Cayman GT4 concept
Rational. Irrational. Sanity. Insanity. Perfect. Perfectly crazy. The difference is sometimes extremely subtle. And sometimes it is as sharp as a razor.
For those people, we have fitted the new 718 Cayman GT4 with everything which makes your pulse race. 4.0-litre six- cylinder horizontally opposed and naturally aspirated engine with 420PS, manual transmission, rear wing. With a diffuser which demands respect, and extremely outputoriented aerodynamics. GT3 technology for the chassis and the interior – motorsport genes. The result is a brutal driving machine which has never even heard of autonomous driving.
Perfect? Perhaps. Irrational? Probably. The truth – like the engine – is in the middle. But in this case, this middle is not a compromise, it’s razor sharp.
The new 718 Cayman GT4.
The aerodynamics concept of the new 718 Cayman GT4 has been honed once more. Starting with the front apron. Its clearly defined form with the typical Porsche sweepback gives the headwind an explicit direction and a clear purpose: to produce optimum tyre contact pressure.
The highly distinctive front spoiler lip with an additional spoiler in front of the wheel arches provides aerodynamic downforce on the front axle. The central air intake in the front apron also optimises the aerodynamics and channels the air stream up through the air outlet in front of the front lid. Even the underside of the front spoiler lip has been aerodynamically optimised. Here, a special profile – similar to the surface of a golf ball – ensures as little drag as possible.
Air curtains in the front apron minimise the air turbulence created on the wheels and therefore minimise the drag by releasing the inflowing air precisely in front of the wheels from the wheel arches.
The new air intake grilles are equipped with a honeycombstyle surface finish, meaning they offer the headwind less drag, however, they still reliably protect the radiator from falling rocks – and eat flies for breakfast.
A further example of the performance-oriented design is the side air intakes behind the doors: the sideblades, embossed with the ‘GT4’ logo, create additional dynamic pressure. The result: a better supply of air and more efficient engine cooling.
The vehicle centre of gravity: low. The distance to the road: minimal. The new 718 Cayman GT4 is in close contact with everything that is important to it. Platinum-coloured 20-inch alloy wheels, which almost completely fill the wheel arches, ensure optimum contact. The wide track, in conjunction with the sports tyres, improves both the traction and the cornering performance.
The rear is dominated by the fixed, now single-piece wing with integrated sideblades and supports in aluminium. Its race track origins are unmistakable, it provides downforce on the rear axle and correspondingly high traction – not just when cornering. Simultaneously, it ensures clarity and tells all optimists who want to overtake the new 718 Cayman GT4: forget it.
Sporty end towards the tarmac: the new rear apron. The two black tailpipes of the sports exhaust system are positioned clearly further apart, creating space for the new diffuser. No visual frills, just super sports car technology which produces very fast air flow at the rear underbody and therefore even stronger negative pressure or 40% more downforce on the rear axle than the previous model.
The rest is silence. At least among the rivals of the new 718 Cayman GT4.
Horizontally opposed engine, naturally aspirated, positioned centrally. 4.0-litre displacement. Six cylinders. 309kW (420PS). Sounds crazy. It is.
The completely redeveloped six-cylinder horizontally opposed engine has direct fuel injection (DFI), integrated dry-sump lubrication and adaptive cylinder control. In addition, a variable intake manifold with switchable resonance valves provides the engine with optimum ventilation. It sounds technical and a bit dry, but it’s really the exact opposite.
With the 4.0-litre displacement, the engine generates a mighty 309kW (420PS) – 35PS more than the previous model. The maximum engine speed? 8,000rpm. The maximum torque of 420Nm is from 5,000 to 6,800rpm. Meaning the new 718 Cayman GT4 sprints from 0 to 100km/h in just 4.4 seconds. The maximum speed: above 300km/h.
A statement in itself: the sound of the new 718 Cayman GT4. Thanks to the new precise sports exhaust system with its two clearly separated black tailpipes left and right of the rear diffuser. For an even more powerful sports car sound at the press of a button.
6-speed manual transmission
The precise 6-speed manual transmission is fitted with a dual-mass flywheel and its optimally tuned gear ratios bring the high power output of the engine directly to the road. It also ensures a particularly sporty driving experience. Tight curve ahead, shift down, long straight, shift up: it’s in your hands – in the truest sense of the word. That is performance which is not only measured in power values, but also in all quantities of driving pleasure. And the dynamic throttle-blip function plays its part too in keeping you, and your endorphin levels, busy.
Is it wise to be jolted lap after lap? To feel every centimetre of the track, your heart rate always off the scale? Of course not. Which is precisely why it is so much fun.
And that is exactly why the adaptive GT sports suspension is more consistently designed for driving pleasure. The result: extraordinary agility, high driving safety and stable handling in the high-speed range. The basis: GT technology. The lightweight spring-strut axle at the front is designed in typical GT style, the lightweight spring-strut axle at the rear is adjusted to the high performance of the new 718 Cayman GT4 with additional reinforcements and helper springs as well as specific wheel mounts. Ball joints on both axles also connect the chassis to the body in a particularly streamlined way, enabling an even more precise wheel control. The height, camber, toe angle and the anti-roll bars of the chassis can be adjusted individually for the race track. You will quickly see what this means.
The electrically regulated system minimises perceptible oscillations and the vibration of the entire drivetrain, in particular the engine. It also adjusts the damping force and stiffness to the driving style and road surface conditions. So that the benefits of a hard and a soft engine mounting arrangement can be used. The handling is noticeably more stable and precise during load changes and in fast corners. At the same time, the vertical oscillations of the engine are reduced during acceleration under full load. The results are greater and more uniform drive force at the rear axle, increased traction and faster acceleration. Whenever a less assertive driving style is adopted, the dynamic transmission mounts soften to provide a heightened level of comfort. If that’s what you want.
This variable damping system offers continuous adjustment of the damping force on each wheel based on the current driving situation and your driving style. At the push of a button, you can choose between two sporty programmes: Normal mode for sporty driving on public roads and Sport mode for maximum lateral acceleration and the best possible traction on the race track. The body is also lowered by 30mm compared with the 718 Cayman for a low vehicle centre of gravity. As a result, the pitch and roll are reduced for increased dynamic performance and extraordinary longitudinal and lateral acceleration.
PSM is an automatic control system for maintaining stability at the limits of dynamic driving performance. In addition to the anti-lock braking system (ABS), it includes Electronic Stability Control (ESC) and Traction Control (TC). Sensors continuously monitor the direction, speed, yaw velocity and lateral acceleration of the car. Using this information, PSM is able to calculate the actual direction of travel and initiate strategic braking of individual wheels to stop you from deviating from your intended line. What’s special about PSM in the new 718 Cayman GT4? The sporty tuning with extremely sensitive and accurate regular systems interventions. In addition, the systems can be switched off completely in two stages.
The 20-inch alloy wheels of the new 718 Cayman GT4 are painted in satin platinum, optionally available in satin aurum, satin black or silver-coloured. A striking detail: the wheel centres with the ‘GT4’ logo.
The dimensions of the road-approved sport tyres are performance oriented. Specifically, 245/35 ZR 20 on 8.5 J × 20 front and 295/30 ZR 20 on 11 J × 20 rear. Multiple contact surfaces and grip with the reduced tread depth increases, however, the risk of aquaplaning on wet surfaces.
The Tyre Pressure Monitoring (TPM) issues warnings in the event of a loss of pressure and also features a race track mode which takes into consideration the pressure and temperature conditions of the tyres when used on the circuit.
Looks good. Feels good. Sporty streamlined purism, customary Porsche high ergonomics. Everything perfect. Everything actually quite rational. Until the engine starts and makes the hairs on your arms stand up.
Immediately the centre of attention: the instrument cluster with three round instruments and a central rev counter, on which the yellow needle skyrockets, typical of the 718. The dial face in a titanium finish is marked with a ‘GT4’ logo.
The GT-specific sports steering wheel has top centre marking and black spokes including inlays. Alcantara® on the steering wheel rim and also on the gear lever ensures good grip. In addition, the material proven in motorsport is used for the door pulls in the door panels, the lid of the centre console storage compartment as well as A-pillars and the roof lining.
The decorative stitching, on the armrests in the doors and the seats, among other places, are upholstered in silver colour. As are the ‘GT4’ logos on the headrests and the door pull loops. The dashboard trim strips and the centre console in brushed aluminium highlight the sporty character of the new 718 Cayman GT4. The brushed aluminium interior package is also optionally available in GT-specific Anthracite.
A leather interior with extensive leather, stitching and Alcantara® items is optionally available. Visual highlight: the dashboard trim strips upholstered in brushed aluminium continue on the doors.
Together with the leather interior, the decorative stitching and the door pull loops can also be upholstered in contrasting colours, red or yellow. The seat belts can also be in matching colours if desired.
The seats of the new 718 Cayman GT4 also reflect its sporty appeal. The cover, in all seat variants, is in black leather, the seat centres in Alcantara®. The headrests are embroidered with the ‘GT4’ logo in different stitching colours according to equipment variant.
In the new 718 Cayman GT4, the Sports seats Plus, with their sporty, firm padding and elevated side bolsters, offer optimum stability. The backrest can be adjusted electrically and the seat height and fore/aft position can be adjusted mechanically.
The adaptive Sports seats Plus go a step further. They complement the Sports seats Plus with an electric 18-way adjustment so the seats can be optimally adapted to meet your needs in terms of seat height, squab and backrest angle, seat depth, fore/aft adjustment and four-way lumbar support. In addition, the side bolsters of the seat and the backrests can be adjusted individually. For tailored lateral stability when cornering and more comfort on long journeys.
Club Sport package
Think wisely, act absurdly. Simply human nature. The new 718 Cayman GT4 can therefore be optionally equipped with the Club Sport package for any eventuality. With its components derived from professional motorsport, the Club Sport package offers additional protection on the race track. A little wisdom here and there can’t hurt.
The Club Sport package comprises a steel roll cage with paint finish in black, screwed to the bodywork behind the front seats, and a six-point racing harness for the driver’s side including two shoulder belt designs for use with or without the HANS® safety device (Head And Neck Support).
The package also includes a fire extinguisher with bracket.
Despite all the driving pleasure, sometimes a little seriousness is required. Especially when it comes to quality and sustainability. And the most important thing: your safe arrival.
The new 718 Cayman GT4 shows maximum performance, not only when sprinting from 0 to 100 or more, but also when slowing back down to 0. This is provided by six-piston aluminium monobloc fixed calipers at the front and fourpiston units at the rear with red finish. For greater inherent stability and faster response when applying and releasing the brake, even under extreme loads. The composite brake discs at the front and the rear have a diameter of 380mm and are cross-drilled and internally vented – powerful braking even in adverse weather conditions.
The brakes also have efficient ventilation and cooling for high stability. This is ensured by distinctive cooling channels, as well as brake air spoilers and air guide.
Motorsport tested: the optionally available Porsche Ceramic Composite Brake (PCCB). With their particularly large brake disc diameters, 410mm at the front and 390mm at the rear, they offer even greater braking performance. The use of yellow six-piston aluminium monobloc fixed brake calipers on the front axle and four-piston aluminium monobloc fixed brake calipers at the rear ensures extremely high, and above all constant, braking pressure. PCCB enables shorter braking distances in even the toughest road and race conditions. The main benefit of the ceramic braking system is its extremely low weight. The brake discs are approximately 50% lighter than cast-iron discs of a similar design and size. As well as enhancing driving performance and fuel economy, this reduces unsprung and rotating masses. Which results in better roadholding and increased comfort, particularly on uneven roads.
In addition to the regular maintenance as part of the standard maintenance intervals, additional maintenance must be carried out for racing use.
So that you always know what’s coming towards you, the new 718 Cayman GT4 is fitted with Bi-Xenon main headlights with integrated LED daytime running lights as standard. Bi-Xenon main headlights in black including Porsche Dynamic Light System (PDLS) and LED main headlights with Porsche Dynamic Light System Plus (PDLS Plus) are optionally available.
Airbags and Porsche Side Impact Protection System (POSIP)
Advanced airbag technology: integrated in the form of fullsize driver and passenger airbags, which are inflated in two stages depending on the severity and type of accident. Porsche Side Impact Protection System (POSIP) is also standard. This consists of side impact protection elements in the doors and two side airbags per side: a thorax airbag is integrated in the side bolster of each seat, while the door panels each contain an upwards-inflating head airbag.
Chrono Package and Porsche Track Precision app
Chrono Package including preparation for lap trigger
In addition to the analogue and digital stopwatch on the dashboard, the optional Chrono Package boasts even greater functionality: PCM is upgraded to include a special performance display, enabling you to display, store and evaluate recorded lap times. In this way, the driver can view the current lap time and distance, number of laps completed and other times achieved so far. It is also possible to view the current fastest lap and range until empty. Any travelled distances can be recorded and benchmark times defined.
The new Porsche Track Precision app
In conjunction with Porsche Communication Management (PCM) and navigation module including Porsche Connect, the new Porsche Track Precision app enables you to measure and evaluate your performance in even greater detail. The app’s user interface has been completely redesigned – and is now even easier and more intuitive to operate. The app enables your driving stats to be accurately displayed, logged and analysed on your smartphone. Laps can be timed automatically via a GPS signal from PCM and/or manually using the switch in the optional Chrono Package and compared on your smartphone.
On the race track, the app visualises your dynamic performance on your smartphone. In addition to sector and lap times, it also shows how the current lap compares with a defined reference lap. Graphical analyses of driving plus a video analysis help to further improve driving performance. Recorded stats, circuit and driver profiles can be managed and shared directly from your smartphone.
For even greater precision in your lap time measurements, like in motorsport, a lap trigger is available from Porsche Tequipment. This can be placed next to the start/finish line on the circuit where it will clock and share your lap times automatically. Please visit www.porsche.com/tequipment for more information.
Porsche Communication Management (PCM) is your central control centre for audio and communication. In its latest generation with mobile phone preparation and audio interfaces, it also features a high-resolution 7˝ touchscreen display, enabling easy control of the majority of in-car functions. On the move, you can enjoy your favourite music via the CD/DVD drive, SD cards, internal 10GB hard drive (jukebox), the AUX input or the USB connection, for your iPhone®, for example. Or you can simply listen to the radio. Your 718 also enables you to use countless Car Connect Services via smartphone, such as vehicle positioning. The optional smartphone compartment in the centre console transfers your mobile phone signal to the external aerial of the car – conserving phone charge and providing optimum reception.
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Pepperell, Devens to host world ham radio competition
Nashua Publishing Community News
By Chelsea Feinstein
Pepperell, Devens and Leominster are among the 16 New England communities chosen to host the World Radiosport Team Championship this summer.
The competition, which will attract 59 two-person amateur radio teams from 38 countries, tasks amateur radio operators with making as many contacts as possible in a simulation of emergency conditions.
“It’s kind of like the Olympics of radio contesting,” said Roland Guilmet, a spokesperson for the Nashoba Valley Amateur Radio Club. “To be selected and host these radio contesters from around the world is kind of a big deal.”
Radio competitions help operators prepare for real-world emergency scenarios, such as hurricanes or situations like the 2013 Boston Marathon, in which radio is often one of the most efficient means of contact, Guilmet said.
“Radio contesting is really all about being able to make contacts with other individuals from around the world in some terrible radio conditions, and doing that in a very efficient way and very quick way to handle the communication traffic. In an emergency or disaster situation it means you’re able to get a signal through to another radio station that is requesting aid,” Guilmet said.
Read more: http://www.nashobapublishing.com/community_news/ci_25620851/pepperell-devens-host-world-ham-radio-competition
← 16 New England Communities to Host International Radiosport Competition
World Radiosport Championship – the X Games of ham radio – coming here in July →
Highest SSB (with >35% QSOs on CW)
K1M (IK1HJS/I4UFH) SSB – 2063 CW – 1233
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ST:V: Caretaker, Part 1 - abates
Subject: ST:V: Caretaker, Part 1
Tags: star trek: voyager
Last week on Star Trek: The Next Generation, a solitary Borg cube attacked the Enterprise, assimilated Captain Picard, and set course for Earth. This week...
Caretaker, Parte 1: The USS Voyager is flung into the Delta Quadrant by a mysterious force known only as the Careta- wait, what?!
STAR WARS CRAWL explaining the Marquis. And then they do the opening bit with Chakotay's ship being chased by Casdassians. As they desperately try to keep ahead of the Cardies, Chakotay steers them into a plasma storm, and the pursuing ship is damaged. Then a "displacement wave" hits them.
Meanwhile, in New Zealand, which is now a penal colony (THANKS, Star Trek.), Janeway picks up Tom Paris, who's still in prison from that incident back in TNG when he was known by a completely different namebecause he was in the Marquis for two weeks. She explains her mission to the Badlands to find a missing Marquis ship.
It's amazing how much New Zealand looks like South California. I hadn't noticed that before.
Paris tries to chat up a Betazoid (Voyager's helmsman) on a shuttle, but she brushes her off. This means she's going to die soon. She points out Voyager which is currently docked at Deep Space 9, and rattles off a bunch of technical details, which ever Star Trek fan in earshot scribbles down frantically.
In Quarks, Harry Kim is being ripped off by Quark. Dude, wait to work the racism guilt. Paris makes the intercept and drags Kim off before he hands over any money.
On Voyager, Paris and Kim meet the ship's doctor, who is icy towards Paris. He is also going to die shortly. Paris doesn't want to talk about it. Janeway talks her her husband - her dog's had puppies. Oh, this is personal. I don't want to see this. Seriously. Paris and Kim report and are impressed by The Bun. The first officer snubs Paris. He, too, will die in a short bit. Finally, Voyager sets off.
Paris orders tomato soup, and Kim asks him about his spaceship accident back in Star Fleet. Then he's called to the bridge, where they're working out a way through the plasma storm. Then they're scanned by a tetryon beam and detect an incoming displacement wave. This is why they should have seat belts. Suddenly everyone who was mean to Tom Paris is dead! Kim gets the viewscreen up so they can see the big Caretaker structure, and then reports that they're suddenly in the Delta Quadrant. Whups.
Janeway Deals with Things. The chief engineer is dead (wait, he was never mean to Paris), so she heads down there to dispense helpful technobabble. In sickbay, Kim activates the Emergency Medical Hologram and fails at being a nurse. HoloDoc is not happy at the news that a replacement doctor is not on the cards. Kim reports a scan from the Caretaker array, and the crew is promptly beamed off, leaving one confused HoloDoc.
A Voyager crew find themselves in an idyllic Earth setting with a house and a little old lady. Janeway says they're in the array. Then the neighbours turn up and start with the banjo music. Cue one bemused Voyager crew. Janeway orders Paris and Kim to scout around, and Kim detects something in the barn. When they get too close, the natives turn up with pitchforks, and announce they'll have to proceed ahead of schedule. The barn wall disappears and they see people in tubes, for a few minutes, then everyone disappears, and they're all in tubes having needles stuck in them.
Then, three days later, they wake up back on Voyager, minus Ensign Kim. Janeways hails Chakotay, who's back on his ship, and says B'Elanna Torres is missing. Chakotay agrees to beam over with Tuvok and another Marquis. Tuvok promptly reveals that he's a Star Fleet spy. Chakotay's more annoyed at Paris though. Janeway starts giving orders to break out the phaser rifles as she's going to lead a mission over there. His gay love for Harry compells Paris to volunteer as well.
They arrive back on the fake farm and question an aged banjo player. ABP claims the others don't have what he needs (a shave and probably oral hygiene) and he doesn't have time to send them back, at which point he teleports them back aboard Voyager.
Kim wakes up in a white hospital type place, and finds he has some grody disease. Torres wakes up next to him, and goes apeshit trying to escape, before white-robed figures sedate her.
Janeway decides to set out for a planet which the array is beaming pulses to, under the assumption that Kim and Torres may have been transported to. Janeway says Kim has a clarinet he left behind on Earth (oh, so it was actually foreshadowed). To be continued.
It's amazing how much I'd already forgotten about the Voyager pilot. :P
User: chesneyj
Keyword: Discworld - 5 elephant 01
Even tho I have already seen many of the episodes of Star Trek that you review, I LOVE to read your take on them. "Suddenly everyone who was mean to Tom Paris is dead!" I love that!
Keep writing these, they make my day.
Thanks. :)
I've already done most of Voyager though, though I only posted brief thoughts on Caretaker the first time. It wasn't until season 2 that I started doing it actively...
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New Jersey school district moves to ban 'pay-for-extra-credit' offers
RIDGEWOOD, N.J. -- A school district has drafted a policy for granting extra credit after a teacher allegedly offered it to students if they bought $20 tickets to a charity music festival.
Ridgewood Superintendent Daniel Fishbein says extra credit would remain at the discretion of teachers and couldn't be requested by students or parents under the policy developed by district administrators.
It states extra credit should relate to the curriculum, can't impact a student's grade more than 1 percent and can't require any fee or purchase of goods.
The new policy is expected to have its first reading when the board meets in July.
A parent had told school officials in May about the ticket offer. It came a day after her child was denied a chance to do academic work for extra credit because it was too late in the school year.
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