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__label__cc	0.534505	0.465495	Deadpool tells the origin story of former Special Forces operative turned mercenary Wade Wilson, who after being subjected to a rogue experiment that leaves him with accelerated healing powers, adopts the alter ego Deadpool. Armed with his new abilities and a dark, twisted sense of humor, Deadpool hunts down the man who nearly destroyed his life. Actors: Andre Tricoteux, Brianna Hildebrand, Ed Skrein, Gina Carano, Karan Soni, Leslie Uggams, Morena Baccarin, Ryan Reynolds, Stefan Kapičić, T.J. Miller Keywords:123movies Deadpool 9movies Deadpool Deadpool Online fmovies Deadpool free online Deadpool gomovies Deadpool gomovies123 Deadpool gostream Deadpool losmovie Deadpool movie4k Deadpool movietv Deadpool primewire Deadpool putlockers Deadpool putlockertv Deadpool shockshare Deadpool solarmovie Deadpool vexmovies Deadpool Watch Deadpool watch full movie Deadpool yesmovie Deadpool Lara Croft ventures to an underwater temple in search of the mythological Pandora’s Box but, after securing it, it is promptly stolen by the villainous leader of a Chinese crime… Country: USA, Germany, Japan, UK, Hong Kong Genre: Action, Adventure, Fantasy, Thriller After his career is destroyed, a brilliant but arrogant surgeon gets a new lease on life when a sorcerer takes him under her wing and trains him to defend the… Jack Sparrow, a freewheeling 18th-century pirate, quarrels with a rival pirate bent on pillaging Port Royal. When the governor’s daughter is kidnapped, Sparrow decides to help the girl’s love save… What Jake Vig doesn’t know just might get him killed. A sharp and polished grifter, Jake has just swindled thousands of dollars from the unsuspecting Lionel Dolby with the help… Country: USA, Canada, Germany Genre: Action, Comedy, Crime, Mystery, Thriller A businessman, on his daily commute home, gets unwittingly caught up in a criminal conspiracy that threatens not only his life but the lives of those around him. It’s been 10 years since John Connor saved Earth from Judgment Day, and he’s now living under the radar, steering clear of using anything Skynet can trace. That is, until… Country: USA, Germany, UK After an unprecedented series of natural disasters threatened the planet, the world’s leaders came together to create an intricate network of satellites to control the global climate and keep everyone… Robert McCall, who serves an unflinching justice for the exploited and oppressed, embarks on a relentless, globe-trotting quest for vengeance when a long-time girl friend is murdered. Following the murder of his fiancée, Mitch Rapp trains under the instruction of Cold War veteran Stan Hurley. The pair then is enlisted to investigate a wave of apparently random… When a kid accidentally triggers the universe’s most lethal hunters’ return to Earth, only a ragtag crew of ex-soldiers and a disgruntled female scientist can prevent the end of the… Genre: Action, Adventure, Horror, Science Fiction, Thriller Henry Brogen, an aging assassin tries to get out of the business but finds himself in the ultimate battle: fighting his own clone who is 25 years younger than him… A deep sea submersible pilot revisits his past fears in the Mariana Trench, and accidentally unleashes the seventy foot ancestor of the Great White Shark believed to be extinct. Genre: Action, Horror, Science Fiction Trailer: Deadpool	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0021.json.gz/line2
__label__wiki	0.534494	0.534494	21 theatre is seeking to appoint a Production Assistant for the 2018 Edinburgh Fringe. We are a friendly and supportive company who wish to achieve the highest possible standards whilst enjoying the Edinburgh fringe. We are looking for a Production Assistant who is interested in theatre, willing to learn new skills, has a positive character who thrives on new challenges and is looking for an unforgettable summer working at the Edinburgh Fringe Further details and how to apply For further information, please see the Production Assistant Spec below. The complete the Application Form and a member of our team will get back to you shortly Production Assistant Spec We’re on the hunt for new band members this year, offering a part-time paid role working with some of Edinburgh Fringe Festival’s finest. Musicians Required Drums, Sax, Double Bass, Trumpet, Trombone. For further information, please see the Musicians Spec below. Then complete the Application Form and a member of our team will get back to you shortly Musicians Spec Retweet on TwitterThe Rat Pack Live Retweeted I’ve signed this and, now I know that ⁦@theresa_may⁩ is on my side, I’m pretty sure she has too. https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/241584 Reply on Twitter 1108684446163718145Retweet on Twitter 11086844461637181455539Like on Twitter 110868444616371814520587 Thank you for signing up to the mailing list Registered as a company limited by guarantee in England no. 09599046. Unit 1, Cambridge House Camboro Business Park, Oakington Road, Girton, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom, CB3 0QH	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0021.json.gz/line4
__label__cc	0.691262	0.308738	365 days in music 365 days. 365 songs. Real Lies – Seven Sisters This fun track is a throwback to my days living in London. I used to travel through the Seven Sisters area on a daily basis. Feels like a lifetime ago. Real Lies are from London and remind me more than a little of the Pet Shop Boys. /RjK The Smiths – The Boy With The Thorn In His Side I remembered listening to a cassette version of The Queen Is Dead on my yellow Sony Walkman! I find Morrissey a little tiresome truth be told but he had some serious game and that album saw The Smiths at just about the peak of their powers. The Smiths – The Queen is Dead The Lightening Seeds* – Change Artist #878 Paul Simon – Born at the Right Time This is the last of a few posts about albums that have influenced me recently. The Rhythm of the Saints recently turned 25 years old. It is one of my favorite albums of all time (I go back and forth between it and Astral Weeks) and is perhaps the most influential. Simon’s experimentation with African and World Music and the wonderfully rich sound that was produced inspired me to investigate some of these sounds and musicians. I had a very enjoyable sojourn exploring African music and one that I’m sure I will return to in due course. This track is a highlight of the album and I love the colorful, mythical imagery. Down among the reeds and rushes A baby boy was found His eyes as clear as centuries His silky hair was brown MC Hammer – U Can’t Touch This I couldn’t resist after yesterday… #OaklandsFinest Aey Ganpat Baja Na* …Feat. Mc Hammer You cant touch this One of the more fun parts of the wedding in Pakistan was a ceremony called a Mehndi where various friends and family of the Bride and Groom performed dance routines. There were some impressive Bollywood moves on display! This is the song that some of my friends danced to. That is is set to the video from MC Hammer is merely bonus… Seamus Heaney* – Digging I have been reading Stepping Stones while in Lahore, Pakistan over the past few days. It’s made me feel more connected to Northern Ireland than in some time. Seamus Heaney’s journey from from rural Derry to Nobel Prize winner and Harvard Professor is still truly inspirational to me. Aretha Franklin – (You Make Me Feel Like) A Natural Woman (Live) Aretha’s still got it! This is taken from a performance at the Kennedy Centre a few days ago. Jeff Buckley – Grace This track is taken from the spectacular album of the same name. I had never heard anything like it before when I first came across it in high school. I was transfixed by it’s sheer intensity. D’Angelo and The Vanguard – Betray My Heart Continuing on my theme of albums, this is taken from one of the other albums I listening to a lot this year D’Angelo and The Vanguard – Black Messiah. It’s silky smoothness got me through a long summer of running, riding buses and performing monotonous tasks. It was released in late 2014 and signaled a return to form after a very long hiatus for the talented, if enigmatic D’Angelo. 1950's 1960's 1970's 1980's 1990's 2000's 2010's Alt-Rock Ambient Austropop Britpop Cheese Cover Current Dance Disco Drum and Bass Electronica Europop Folk Funk Gospel Great Intros Guest Post Guilty pleasure Friday Hip Hop House Indie Instrumental Irish Jazz Live Lo-Fi Mythical mix tape Names New Artist Thursday Pop Radio Tunes Reggae Remix Sampled Soul Summary Video World music 365 Days of Twitter Tweets by @365daysinmusic Follow us on Feedly rjjkenny on Brenda Lee* – Let’s Jump the Broomstick \| (GPF) Sam on Brenda Lee* – Let’s Jump the Broomstick \| (GPF) Marvin Gaye - Distant Lover \| 365 Days In Music on Kanye West – Spaceship Top 30 of 2011 \| 365 Days In Music on Kanye West – Spaceship Staff Benda Bilili - Moto Moindo \| 365 Days In Music on The Decemberists – Calamity Song (Sam Dawson guest post) Copyright © 2020 365 days in music. All Rights Reserved. Gridiculous created by c.bavota.	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0021.json.gz/line6
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By Ron Chapman & Tony Cartalucci Apr 17, 2012 - 8:25:11 PM Getting Ready for the Paradigm Shift What is Singularity University? April 18, 2012 - A paradigm shift is coming that will change everything about the way people work, learn, and interact - it will be the beginning of a new age and the shape that age takes depends greatly on the number of informed people that take part in it and where they decide to steer it. Already, the top minds across a variety of industries are converging and preparing for the shift. One such group, an educational institute called "Singularity University" comprises of innovators, teachers, scientists, and engineers from both the private and public sector. Some could be considered elitists interested in consolidating power, others are truly forward thinking and interested in a better world for all of mankind. Singularity University Presentation (4' 41" video): http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Rs1Zw-HTtrc&feature=player_embedded Video: An introduction as to what "Singularity University" is. It is easy to pick out good and bad people, corporations, and agendas involved in Singularity University, it is much more difficult to determine what its overall agenda is. It may be possible, if average people became informed on a large scale, to steer its agenda toward what benefits humanity as a whole, rather than a handful of corporations. Uploaded by singularityu on Dec 21, 2009 Daniel Reda, co-Chair of the Biotechnology and Bioinformatics track at Singularity University, introduces the key concepts and breakthroughs in biotechnology and bioinformatics. Filmed during the November 2009 Executive Program at Singularity University. [Ron: The misdirected thinking behind the establishment of this university is encapsulated in Daniel Reda's statement that: 'There's really no other institution that studies the exponential growth of information technology and how it can solve the major problems of the world.' I beg to differ. information technology is a TOOL for human use, nothing more. It is NOT the solution to the major problems of the world. Indeed, to date it's use by governments, corporations and the military has exacerbated humanity's problems.] The battle that will play out depends entirely on the general public becoming informed and active in the coming paradigm shift, guiding it toward a society of solidarity and progress rather than one of disparity between enslavement and superiority. Analyzing Singularity University's website and video productions, the impression is one of a multitude of ideas and directions - not a predetermined agenda, so far. [Ron: There may be no specified agenda BUT the whole tenor of this initiative seems to have a 3d scientific bent rather than a spiritual orientation. In my view that constitutes a subtly misleading agenda since mainstream science today has a non-spiritual orientation which misdirects much human effort.]. One concept that is omnipresent throughout Singularity University's activities is cutting edge technology and the possible implications it will have on society. This includes everything from 3D printing, robotics, artificial intelligence, and radical advances in genetics and biotechnology. The implications range from the ability for every individual on Earth to "print" at will any conceivable object they are able to obtain the blueprints for or design, to gene therapies capable of extending human life to centuries. [Ron: These technological manifestations need to be allowed to actually occur and to be actively shared by ALL humanity. That will require a very substantial growth in collective consciousness so that the necessary spiritual adjustments to humanity's political, societal, economic and cultural paradigms can occur. It is not enough that lots of people become knowledgable in relation to nformation and other technology - to some extent that has occurred already without noticeable spiritual changes resulting in global political, economic and societal improvements. Just ask the peoples of Iraq, Afghanistan, Libya, Syria, Sudan, Somalia, Yemen, Bahrain and Pakistan et al; or even the populations of the US, UK, EU et al. Humanity's problems are essentially spiritual and they require increases in consciousness about ALL aspects of life not just technology. After all, Nikola Tesla gifted numerous hugely beneficial technological patents to humanity a century ago yet most of them have not been used to improve human welfare.]. While the public is distracted with gritty political ploys, wars, and engineered destabilization, it is hoped that these emerging technologies can be meshed into the existing power structures and preserve the power of elites who have reigned over humanity for generations. Sabotaging education, ruining family and culture, and perpetuating the futile "rat race" also plays a role in keeping the vast majority of humanity out of the debate, and thus at a clear disadvantage. [Ron: Exactly so.]. Video: An amazing presentation given by Singularity University's Daniel Reda discusses the latest breakthroughs in biotechnology and bioinformatics. While some of these breakthroughs carry with them horrifying implications, they are only horrifying if the knowledge and techniques surrounding them remain monopolized in the hands of a select few. Just as many would argue against gun control and the dangers of an unarmed society subjected to the whims of a brutal dictatorship, the same could be said of a technologically and intellectually disarmed population as well. [Ron: Although there was much interesting Gee Whiz info about genes etc in this talk I got the impression that this speaker thinks that matter is real, that we don't live in an energetic, holographic universe and that random biological events explain life the universe and everything. the mind bggles, especially if this is the future that the Singularity University is gonna propound.]. Just like Europeans arriving on the shores of the New World - with vastly superior weapons and institutions to perform a campaign of full spectrum domination over natives that has endured ever since, the global elite of today hope to assume a position of vast superiority enabled by quantum leaps in technology while the rest of us, through ploys such as "environmentalism" and "sustainable living" increasingly disarm ourselves industrially and technologically. Polluting our priorities with political issues instead of pragmatism also widens the rift of disparity between the people and the ruling elite. What many may find as a surprise however, is that not only are there members and guests of Singularity University that are aware of this, but many are very outspoken about this issue and insistent on the masses becoming engaged and participating in the coming paradigm shift. [Ron: This aspect HAS to become dominant and MUST succeed or the exercise will be counter productiveas is the case with the current global higher education system. That change will not happen unless the existing global monetary, banking, political, education and science systems are radically reformed and that will only happen if enough people (a critical mass) begin to understand the negative aspects of those systems and actively seek to change them.]. One comment by entertainer William James (Will I Am), speaking as a guest at a Singularity University event, made the point that progress is moving at such a pace that those not involved in science and technology stand a very real danger of being left behind. James made the point that his reason for coming to Singularity University was to raise awareness of technological advances amongst people from the inner cities and inspire them to become engaged and involved directly. He also made the point that technology stands at a crossroads where it could either doom humanity or produce unthinkable benefits and pressed for caution as humanity moved forward. Video: A panel featured at a Singularity University event featuring a wide range of views from a Hollywood monopolist, to entertainer William James, to techno-entrepreneur Elon Musk of SpaceX. [Ron: I agree with William James' assessment. He is a very thoughtful human and I recommend that everyone listen to what he says on this video. IMHO the first and third speakers and the presenter are typical of the current system, ie they are part of the problem, not the solution. The third speaker in particular advocates that everyone should "be positive" and ACCEPT that life is great yabba, yabba, yabba.]. The points James brings up are indeed valid and in fact, the very root of the problem we now face - an ignorant population facing a profound paradigm shift that will leave them vulnerable to great exploitation should they fail to "catch up." This was a point famous astronomer Carl Sagan made during one of his last interviews where he too pointed out that civilization was increasingly built upon science and technology the vast majority of the population did not understand, and warned of the dangers that might result. Video: One of the last interviews Carl Sagan gave, warning of the consequences of a technologically advanced civilization where the population is vastly ignorant of both science and technology. [Ron: Carl Sagan evinced the typical arrogant ignorance of establishment science experts and commentators. He gives the impression that science is god and that anything that science hasn't been able to see and feel doesn't exist. The technological advancements that Carl Sagan trumpets, are based on false gods yet he scorns any idea that there could be any reality beyong his myopic scientific vision. In my view his ideas are part of the problem and represent the reason most of the population know little about science and technology. For me, along with Albert Einstein and julius Robert Oppenheimer et al, he epitomises the individuals that have been humanity's scientific dictators until recently.]. Those dangers include the vast majority of decisions being monopolized by very few individuals, a scientific-dictatorship of sorts, that can manipulate, abuse, and exploit the ignorance of the population with devastating results. The future we live in, Sagan explained, will be determined by those who understand the principles our modern, scientific and technological society is built on. In essence, all of the "democratic" trappings any given society may have, or may pose to fight for, are irrelevant where proper education and understanding regarding pragmatism and technical subjects is lacking, sub-par, or worse yet, non-existent.[Ron: Sagan's suggestion that 'proper education and understanding regarding pragmatism and technical subjects' are what's important typifies the global banksters' dumbing down of human consciousness and spirit. Before worrying about understanding technology, humanity MUST understand and cast out the false memes and mind control mechanisms that banksters and their minions and enablers have foisted upon mankind for aeons. Understanding communications and manufacturing technology etc is counter productive if people in society do not first reject false and enslaving mechanisms such as fiat money created out of thin air upon which interest (usury) is charged; fractional reserve banking; and domination and control of so-called democratic societies by fictional legal entities called corporations which not only function as our governments and judiciaries, but also they arrogate to their fictive personhood, rights and privileges that their secret human owners use and benefit from but which the real flesh and blood men and women that constitute society, are denied!]. For a ruling elite who presumes dominion over mankind, providing such education is almost unthinkable. [Ron: Of course, but in any event humanity must first demand its birthright which is autonomy in ALL things including the educational process.]. It is not something we will be able to ask our representatives to do for us, but something we must do for ourselves.[Ron: Actually we must change our governance systems so that those chosen to RE-PRESENT our views DO THAT! Sovereign humans must get up off their knees and organise new forms of governance if they wish to be free and secure.],No amount of "freedom" or "security" can be achieved unless we are fully informed, not simply in terms of history and the functioning of our chosen form of governance, [Ron: It isn't enough to be "fully informed" about our systems of governance,WE MUST CREATE AND CONTROL THOSE SYSTEMS!] but also in the essential subjects of science and technology that have inevitably achieved supremacy in the administration of human society.[Ron: Once we create appropriate and proper forms of governance we will automatically seek to educate ourselves and our children in essential science and technological subjects.]. Get Informed. For the population to become informed - it would be best to follow those converging at Singularity University, and by following William James' advice, being cautious about the progress and achievements showcased there instead of blindly being caught up in the enthusiasm. The Internet is a vast resource available for anyone willing to take on the responsibility of becoming informed regarding these essential topics. Any word or concept mentioned during any of the talks featured on Singularity University's YouTube channel can easily be looked up and researched. TED Talks are another great resource for finding the very latest topics in science and technology to begin researching and understanding. TED represents another forum where both "good" and "bad" interests converge and compete in the court of opinion. For those seeking more academic presentations, universities such as Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) or Berkley University provide "open course ware," or in other words, an entire series of lectures for free on both their own websites and on YouTube. If one has the money or opportunity to take courses in a technical trade - this too would be highly recommended. The "service economy" and much of the current economic paradigm will be swept away as emerging technologies like 3D printing, personal manufacturing, and biotechnology comes of age. Entire supply chains and even the concept of "logistics" may be radically changed or even effectively ended when all someone has to do is hit a "print" button and an object is produced before their very eyes. Biotechnology has made it possible to create artificial genetic sequences capable of producing raw materials for anything from fuel to construction materials to spare body parts. The speed at which these technologies are being developed and implemented is increasing exponentially. [Ron: Yes Pilgrims. It's all happening! What we need to do is change our forms of governance so that we can take full advantage of the technological changes that are already with us. For instance, instead of going cap in hand to some government bureaucrat to seek a "licence" to use a biological or other 3d printer, we need to be able to do what any sovereign individual should be able to do - JUST DO IT! Abundance can be ours provided that we really want it. Do we?]. Video: Carl Bass, president and CEO of Autodesk, discusses the paradigm shift 3D printing is going to have as well as the convergence of disciplines and the need to vastly overhaul the way we approach education. [Ron: the true meaning and implications of the rapid uptake of mechanisation, electronics, automation,computerisation, robotics and 3D printing technology for human society and human workplaces is that the steady decline in available paid employment for people heralds the end of the monetary system that has held humanity in thrall and enslavement to the banksters for centuries. That would end the wealth, power and influence of the banksters. This 58' 25" video is fascinating in that the experts on the panel tell us in the first 20 minutes that technological developments have made our existing manufacturing and general economic system (and its associated education, and employment arrangements) obsolete. They then spend 40 minutes pfaffing about, talking about innovation and how the US can/should maintain employment and workers' quality of life by changing educational and corporate attitudes and being more innovation. They refuse to notice let alone acknowledge the obvious conclusion to be drawn, which is that humanity needs to completely change how it thinks about living, working and producing the goods and services needed to ensure a positive human life for everyone. Yet this is a forum put on by the Singularity University and it purports to be forward looking ... Nobody on the panel or the audience gives a thought to the possibility that technological developments in computing, electronics, robotics, 3D printing and so on, have completely undermined the old Capitalist paradigm based on scarcity and the paid employment work ethic. YET the panel's opening remarks makes clear that the need for most of humanity to work all day 5 or 6 days a week for a living are gone because computerisation, mechanisation, robots etc are making physical human labour economically uncompetitive and hence unnecessary. The moment you acknowledge that there is no need to keep the Capitalist system the problem disappears. The Capitalist global economic system is founded on two mechanisms. First, the monetary (and its associated fractional reserve banking) mechanism. Second, and symbiotically co-dependent with that money mechanism, is the labour for income mechanism. In effect the system is based on human beings selling their labour as a commodity in the open market so that they can then buy and consume the production of that market. However now that machines can do most of the work previously done with human labour a new paradigm is obviously needed because the greatly reduced need for paid employees means that unemployment will soar and the unemployed will have no wages and salaries with which to buy goods and services. This unemployment problem has been a growing albatross around the neck of governments in Capitalist systems at least since Einstein noted, during the Great Depression in the 1930s, that humanity had solved the problems associated with adequately producing goods and services sufficient for humanity's needs. Sooo, if today many people do not have the option of working for a living and that number of unemployed people is set to grow hugely because paid employment is unavailable, then the monetary system, as we know it, is finished; and the capitalist economic system based on it must implode also. No one can buy goods if they don’t earn money. Similarly, companies and businesses cannot afford to produce goods and services if consumers have no purchasing power to buy them. Lastly, governments that have previously paid welfare benefits to unemployed people will cease to be able to collect sufficient income, sales and other taxes and charges to pay such unemployment benefits if only a minority of people are working, earning money, paying taxes and consuming. This is the stark reality that the global bankster controllers have been concealing since the Great Depression by, on the one hand, fostering wars; and on the other, creating the "Welfare state" that provides social security and other benefits and payments. But as the need for workers declines below the “tipping point” at which the state ceases to be able to take enough money from those in paid employment to provide adequate “welfare” payments to the unemployed and their dependants, this jerrybuilt system must break down. As that happens, if the current Capitalist system persists, those who control the corporations that own the machines will decide who lives and who dies and whether the process will be quick or not: unless of course the global population “wakes up” to the truth of its situation and does something about it. That is why the banksters have had a long held policy that many billions of people must die. Of course the new economic reality in which machines do more and more work should be a boon to humanity provided that societies organise themselves in such a way as to enable the benefits of machine production to be shared equitably. If humanity eliminates the old Capitalist meme with its associated mind controlled memes about the need for people to use fiat usury money that requires that they sell their labour as a commodity, a new system designed to equitably distribute the abundance of goods and services generated by machines could begin to free up much of mankind's time and energy previously tied down by employment drudgery. While the banksters understand the situation, most of their corporate, political, academic and commentator henchmen, may not. Clearly this Singularity University innovation forum did not understand the situation even though they told us about it. But whether people understand what’s happening or not, these changes are now upon us. Abundant Hope seeks to raise consciousness about this matter so that a critical mass of humans will help humanity to change its collective mind about it ]. Becoming aware is the first step of getting involved. Even as just a part-time hobby it would be immensely beneficial to pursue something constructive, either machining, wood working, or studying in an amateur capacity any number of scientific fields. Another topic at Singularity University that is brought up time and time again is the fact that fields of research as well as occupations are beginning to converge. Just as our forefathers were jacks of many trades, technology is once again making it possible, even necessary to have a multitude of talents and pursuits as well as a wider range of knowledge to be productive and successful in society. As mentioned before, it is essential that people understand the world around them, understand the role large multinational corporations play in maintaining the crippling disparity between themselves and an infinitely ignorant population, and the necessity to reverse this disparity before the paradigm shift unfolds. We must boycott those corporations, institutions, and individuals that seek to dominate humanity, and support those that believe in a future we all will benefit from. We must be ever vigilant as technology emerges that we both understand it, its benefits and dangers, and examine with due diligence the best way to implement it within our changing society. We must examine, then reexamine the leaders in industry, their motivations and agenda, and help encourage them to do what is right, while penalizing them with boycotts and alternatives when they are demonstratively harming society. The future is in the hands of whoever reaches out and grabs it. Right now, we as a population are distracted, our heads are down, our eyes fixed to only what is directly before us. The future, no matter how many times we "vote" and no matter how vigorously we "protest," is demonstratively not in our own hands. We must get informed, we must get pragmatically involved. We must look at what the top minds across industry and innovation are doing at Singularity University, who are preparing themselves for this convergence and acceleration, and likewise prepare ourselves, lest we find ourselves on the wrong divide of an infinitely vast disparity. Uploaded by singularityu on Jan 24, 2012 Which Way Next? is a Singularity University webcast series of monthly round-table discussions on exponential technologies with leaders in industry, science and technology. This is a recording of our second livecast episode with Carl Bass, president & CEO of Autodesk, a leader in 3D design, engineering and entertainment software. On Tuesday, Jan. 24, he joined Singularity University VP for Academics and Innovation Vivek Wadhwa in a discussion of how advances in artificial intelligence, robotics and digital manufacturing will enable us to design, print and manufacture complex products in our own homes. Exponential advancing technologies will provide major new opportunities, but also will disrupt existing industries and threaten jobs around the world. Which Way Next? focuses on the impact and opportunities presented by exponential technologies on your industry and our collaborative efforts to solve the world's grand challenges. This webcast is produced by Singularity University and hosted by Rob Nail, SU's CEO. http://singularityu.org/whichwaynext Broadcast Date - January 24, 2012 Singularity University Upcoming Programs: FutureMed 2012 - February 6-11, 2012 Exponential Technologies Executive Program - April 11-18, 2012 All writings by members of AbundantHope are copyrighted by ©2005-2020 AbundantHope - All rights reserved Detailed explanation of AbundantHope's Copyrights are found here Australian Fire series Part 1: australia - Wake Up Or Die! Climate change? A professor analyses the situation Interview with Professor Ernst D. Döhler How Peter Andrews rejuvenates drought-struck Land Australian Story 7 Major Earth Changes Happening Right Now That Everyone Needs To Know About Soros-linked Political Pressure Group Avaaz joins forces with MSM to Purge Climate Skeptics from YouTube Angry 17-Year-Old Girl Threatens World Leaders In Davos: "You Haven't Seen Anything Yet" Climate-Kids' "Trump Is Endangering Our Future" Case Crushed By 9th Circuit Court Researchers Pay Mexican Women to Get Pregnant Then Abort Chemicals in Tap Water are Causing Thousands of Cancer Deaths Across Europe – but the EU probably won’t do anything about it 7 Major Earth Changes That Are Happening Right Now That Everyone Needs To Know About Fake-Green Zero Carbon Fraud — “Destroying The World to Save It” Gone Fishing ? No Fish but Plenty of Pesticides and a Public Health Crisis After Taking Aim at Federer, who's next for Greta's climate shame brigade ? ‘Doctor, Help Me, I Have Ecological Grief’: Climate scientists should stop depressing themselves (and us !) with made-up disorders Outrage as Controversial Indian Mining Company Opens Tribal School 23andMe is Cashing In on Drugs it Developed with Your DNA. Should its customers get a cut ? High-speed rail plan back on the table as southeast Queensland considers Olympic bid #SWAMPPANIC: S_leimani, DS $/Ops Cut, Aus Fires= NWO Land Grab #STOPUSMCA They Rule from the Shadows: Ira and Ingeborg Rennert	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0021.json.gz/line10
__label__cc	0.737506	0.262494	Petrie, (Lady) Hilda Mary Isabel English Hilda Mary Isabel Petrie Collection Petrie H. MSS Probably early 1900s Two albums. One labelled 'Scraps', which contains mainly photographs, only one of which shows Egypt (Pyramids and Great Sphinx at Gîza); the rest are British churches and historic buildings. The other album is labelled 'Post Card Album' and contains postcards showing French Prehistoric stone circles, megaliths, and chamber tombs, as well as excavations in progress. Petrie, (Lady) Hilda Mary Isabel Handwritten extracts from Journals Two handwritten extracts of journals: -Abridged copy of pages 203-206 from season 1883-4, handwriting not identified -Copy by Hilda Petrie of pages 7-10 from season 1909-1910 Petrie 'Scraps' photograph album Album, 24 x 30 cm, “SCRAPS” impressed on the cover, 52 pages, most photographs glued onto the page (using stamp-papers) or mount-slots cut into the page. Most of the photographs are commercial picture cards of locations in the United Kingdom, typically measuring 6.5 by 10.5 cm, many with printed captions, as well as Petrie's annotations. These were presumably purchased by Petrie when travelling around the country. The majority of the photographs are commercial images. Most of the photographs are listed in the order they are presented in the album. -Tunbridge Wells, Rusthall Rocks, High Rocks -Carshalton Church, Surrey -Windsor Castle -Savernake Forest -Walton Parsonage -Broad Street, Hereford -Clifton Suspension Bridge -Bristol Cathedral (interior) -St Mary Radcliffe Church, Bristol -Cheddar Gorge (two 10 x 16 commercial prints) -St Mary Magdalene Church, Taunton -Wells Cathedral (interior) -Charmouth (multiple views, where Petrie was born and grew-up, includes a view of “our old house / Montefiore's”) -Monkton Wylde -Whitchurch -Whitchurch Canonicorum Church -Wooton House -Forde Abbey -Lyme Regis, landslip near -Exeter Cathedral (interior) -Torquay -Antstey’s Cove -Lustleigh Cleave -Chagford -Lynton -Lynmouth -Ilfracombe -Durham Cathedral -Sudley House, near Liverpool -Ben Leagach, Glen Torridon -Edinburgh -Family group in the garden of a house (annotated: “Mrs Y., Mary, Wm., C. Mr. Y. Fred & Cecy”) -Perth -Rochester, Cathedral and Castle -Dover Castle, St Mary in Castro [church with Roman lighthouse] -Reculver, St Mary’s Church -Sandwich, St Peter’s Church, St Bartholomew’s Chapel -Stonehenge [Petrie’s own photos?] -Avebury -Silbury Hill -Cromlech, The Devil’s Den -Southampton, Bargate and The Arcades -Netley Abbey -Portchester Castle -Drewsteignton, Cromlech, “The Three Spinsters” -St Austell, Holy Trinity Church -Mont Saint-Michel -Bloomer Cut, near Auburn, CA -Kessler Peak, Cottonwood Canyon, UT -Giza, Great Sphinx and Khufu Pyramid -“Bp. Crowther’s residence / Gbebe / River Niger”. -Melbourne (views from the Botanic Gardens, Fitzroy Gardens, The Treasury, the Yarra at Studley Park) -Gold miners House 13, Masset, BC -"The Blind Beggar” by J. L. Dyckmans, National Gallery -“The Reading Girl (La Leggitrice)” by Pietro Magni, National Gallery -Photograph of a young man standing at the base of a rock formation. Perhaps W. M. F. Petrie? Location, probably United Kingdom, Cheddar Gorge? -Christmas greetings card addressed to Mrs Petrie [W. M. F. Petrie’s mother] from Elizabeth Flinders Naylor, 1891 -Engraving of an ancient Egyptian bronze statuette or coffin of a bat -Portrait of Lord Shaftesbury (Anthony Ashley Cooper, 7th Earl of Shaftesbury) (1801-1885) Petrie 'Post Card Album' Album, 36 x 24.5 cm, "Post Card Album” impressed on the cover, 38 pages with 192 postcards. Most of the postcards have not been used, those which have been posted are all addressed to Alfred Lionel Lewis (d. 1920), a Prehistorian and Vice President of the Royal Anthropological Institute. The Pitt-Rivers Museum, Oxford, also possesses a collection of Lewis’ scale models of prehistoric monuments. Most of the postcards are listed in the order they are presented in the album. Prehistoric monuments -Carnac -Locmariaquer -Le Croisic -Champ-Dolent -Saint-Vran -La Rochelongue -Glomel -Trégunc -Corley -Kerien -Saint-Nazaire -l’île d’Oléron -Saint-Renan -Porspoder -Kérangoaker -Ploufragan -Pleumeur-Bodou -Plouescat -Commequiers -La Rochepot -Morvan -Solutré-Pouilly -Draguignan -Les Ventes -Vallée d’Iton -Pacy-sur-Eure -Saint-Micaud -Neaufles-Auvergny -Ussy -Berrias-et-Casteljau -Saint-Agrève -Saint-Cergues -Saint-Alban-sous-Sampzon -Souppes-sur-Loing -Aude -Evreux -Bretteville -Neuville-Bosc -Boubiers -Delincourt -Yzeures-sur-Creuse -Connerré -Saint-Nectaire -Martinvast Les Eyzies-de-Tayac-Sireuil (series produced during the C. Hauser excavations) -Sers -Fontenille -Poitiers -Roullet-Saint-Estèphe -Bernac -Gurat, église monolithe Saint-Georges -Lanterne des Morts (Charente, Quercy, Cellefrouin, Château-Larcher, Vivonne) -Aubeterre, l’eglise Saint-Jean Several series of postcards produced for congresses -Congrès Préhistorique de France, Autun, 1907 (Alise-Sainte-Reine, Mont Beuvray, Camp de Chassey, Solutré-Pouilly) -IVe Congrès préhistorique de France, Cambéry, 1908 (Pierre-Châtel, Saint-Saturnin, Aiguebelette, Aix-les-Bains, Butte de Montjay, La Balme, Lac du Bourget) -Ve Congrès préhistorique de France, Beauvais, 1909 (Trie-Château, Champignolles, Villers-Saint-Sépulcre, Champlieu, Sainte-Geneviève, Beauvais) -XIVe Congrès d’Anthropologie et d’Archéologie préhistoriques, Genène, 1912 (small flint figures) Prehistoric monument -Tervueren -Coria (Corbridge; Corstopitum) (objects) -Arran, Shiskine -Penrith, “Giant’s Grave” -Aylesford pit Kent, Bennett Coll. Objects in museums -Colchester Corporation Museum (The Colchester Vase, British 1st and 2nd Century vessels) -Glastonbury Bronze Bowl -Oxford, Ashmolean Museum (Knossos, great store-jar and fresco-painting) -Westminster Abbey, funerary wax effigies of British Kings and Queens	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0021.json.gz/line16
__label__cc	0.639195	0.360805	Hector Horeau Collection Horeau MSS Two portfolios with 45 loose sheets of mounted drawings and watercolours. Horeau, Hector John Williams Rubbings Collection Wiliams MSS 4 albums containing rubbings mainly of objects in the British Museum, and also other museums and private collections including those in the J. Lee collection. Karl-Heinz Kuhn Collection Kuhn MSS Notes, negatives, transcripts, photographs and photostats of Coptic documents. Kuhn, Karl-Heinz Griffith MSS Griffith, Francis Llewellyn Percy Edward Newberry Collection The Percy Newberry Collection has been listed thanks to a cataloguing grant from the The National Archives in 2015. The collection comprises a wide range of material on topics including Predynastic Egypt, Theban tombs, Egyptian flora and fauna, early Egyptian travellers, ancient Egyptian religion and culture, as well as Newberry's genealogy. Formats include notebooks, research notes, photographs, tracings, rubbings and neswpaper clippings. The collection has been divided into 5 series: Biographical Material; Correspondence; Research Notebooks; Subject Files and Research Material. The following key subject terms collate material on the same subject which have been listed in different series: <a href="http://archive.griffith.ox.ac.uk/index.php/nome-ensigns-percy-newberry-collection">Nome Ensigns</a> <a href="http://archive.griffith.ox.ac.uk/index.php/flora-and-fauna-percy-newberry-collection">Flora and Fauna</a> <a href="http://archive.griffith.ox.ac.uk/index.php/predynastic-egypt-percy-newberry-collection">Predynastic Egypt</a> <a href="http://archive.griffith.ox.ac.uk/index.php/scarabs-and-seals-percy-newberry-collection">Scarabs and Seals</a> Newberry, Percy Edward Clark MSS late 1920s-1970 Notes, notebooks, some correspondence, annotated offprints, lantern slides and a small number of photographs and negatives. Clark, Robert Thomas Rundle Douglas Newbold Collection Newbold MSS Two volumes on the history and archaeology of the Beja tribes of the Eastern Sudan (MSS 1) and small group of detached papers / personal file (MSS 2). Newbold, (Sir) Douglas Griffith Institute Squeeze Collection GI Squeezes Paper squeezes from various sources. Stobart, (Revd) Henry Reginald Engelbach Collection Engelbach MSS Site indexes to the Journal d'Entrée and Temporary registers of the Egyptian Museum, Cairo. Engelbach, Reginald Griffith K. MSS. Two journals (trip undertaken with Amelia Edwards to America) and a box and two rolls of miscellanea. Griffith, Kate Kahle MSS Card indexes, photographs, notebooks, notes, copies, correspondence, typescripts, and negatives. Kahle, Paul Eric Gertrude Caton-Thompson Collection Caton-Thompson MSS Notes, papers, correspondence, etc., on prehistoric Faiyûm. Caton-Thompson, Gertrude John Gardner Wilkinson Collection Wilkinson J. G. MSS Journal 1841-1842 and some correspondence. Wilkinson, (Sir) John Gardner Peter Le Page Renouf Collection Renouf MSS Correspondence. Renouf, (Sir) Peter Le Page Siegfried Hugo Erdmann Schott Collection Schott MSS (a) Approximately 3,500 negatives recording scenes from private tombs at Thebes, accompanied by a concordance in five notebooks . (b) There are also several hundred photographs which were received in exchange with the Abteilung Ägyptologie, Trier. (c) Microfilm roll with copies of the negatives. Schott, Siegfried Hugo Erdmann Robert Hay Collection Hay MSS Typescript copy of Hay's journal from 24th November 1824 to 27th October 1827, photographs of drawings made by Hay in the tomb of Neferhotp (TT49) (Griffith Institute photos. 3070-7), 13 mounted photographs made from Hay's drawings of el-Kâb, Philae, and Amada, and microfilm roll with copies of the Hay MSS once in the British Museum and now in the British Library. Hay, Robert James Burton Photographs Collection J. Burton MSS 9 mounted photographs made from drawings of el-Kâb, Philae, and Amada. Microfilm roll with copies of the Burton MSS once in the British Museum and now in the British Library. Burton, James Arthur Cruttenden Mace Collection Mace MSS (1) Excavation journals for 1899-1901 (working with W. M. F. Petrie) and 1901-2 (working with G. A. Reisner). (2) Personal correspondence exchanged between Mace and his wife Winifred during the Winter season 1922-1923, Winifred Mace and her mother during the Winter season 1923-1924, and other correspondence related to the excavation of the tomb of Tutankhamun. (3) Two typewritten articles by Mace on work in Tutankhamun's tomb: "DESPATCH No. 5" (3 pages), and "THE CLOSING OF THE TOMB" (incomplete, first page only + newspaper cutting of The Times article); both submitted to The Times and subsequently published on 31/01/1923 and 28/03/1923. (4) 39 photographs, most are original Burton images, some of which have been annotated by Howard Carter; they may have been used during the preparation of H. Carter and A. C. Mace, The Tomb of Tut.ankh.Amen i (1923). (5) Newspaper cuttings, most from The Times, published between 1922 and 1925. (y) Mace's account of the opening of the burial chamber of Tutankhamun - typewritten version (TAA iv.1). Diary for 1922-3 (TAA iv.2). (z) Mace's account of the opening of the burial chamber of Tutankhamun - original handwritten version (TAA iv.3). Mace, Arthur Cruttenden Dewey MSS c. 1980s - 2000s C. 10,500 colour slides (35mm) mostly of Egypt (temples, tombs and other ancient monuments), but also of different countries in the Middle East (Syria, Persia, Turkey, etc.) as well as the Far East. They are cross-referenced with an extensive card index and cover a period from the early 1980s until the early 2000s. They consist of images from virtually every site in the Egyptian Delta region and Nile Valley. Dewey, John Frederick Bracci MSS c. 1750s-1773 Bound manuscript on Egyptian hieroglyphs and related topics (Roman obelisks, Iseum in Rome, Isiac pomp described by Apuleius, Egyptian rites, mummies, etc.). Left unfinished. Bracci, Pietro Magee MSS Complete papers, including notes (DPhil), some photographs, small group of correspondence, etc. Magee, Diana Norma Elizabeth Griffith Institute Stereoscopic Photographs Collection GI Stereoscopic Photographs 1) 103 stereoscopic photographs published by Underwood & Underwood, consisting of views of Egypt (49), China (50), Europe (3), and India (1). 2) Sawyer's View-Master Model B, black bakelite (c. 1944-1947), and twelve View-Master reels with seven pictures of Egypt each (© 1950): 3301 'Cairo, Egypt'; 3302 'The Famous Mosques of Cairo, Egypt'; 3303 'The Great Pyramids and Sphinx, Giza, Egypt'; 3304 'The Tombs of the Kings, Thebes, Egypt'; 3305 'Treasures of King Tut-Ankh-Amen, Cairo, Egypt'; 3306 'The River Nile, Assuan to Cairo, Egypt'; 3307 'The Valley of the Nile, Egypt'; 3308 'People of the Nile Valley, Egypt'; 3309 'Sakkara and Memphis, Egypt'; 3310 'Luxor & El Karnak, Egypt'; 3311 'Ancient Thebes, Egypt'; and 3312 'Assuan on the Nile, Egypt'. 3) 50 stereoscopic glass positives accompanied by a handwritten numbered index of images and a Gaumont stereoscopic viewer. The positives were created in Egypt sometime between 1900 and 1914. Views include Alexandria, Cairo (street scenes and inside the Egyptian Museum), the pyramids at Giza, the Luxor Temple, the Valley of the Kings, and Aswan. Robert Elcum Horsfall Negatives Collection Horsfall MSS Negatives of Egyptian sites and monuments taken before 1914. Horsfall, (Capt) Robert Elcum Sayce MSS 1872-early 1930s Notes, photographs, squeezes, correspondence, and offprints. Contain, amongst others, references to Assyriological, Greek, Cypriot, and Egyptological material. Includes notes made by Petrie which were with Sayce at the time of his death. Sayce, (Revd) Archibald Henry Jelf MSS Notebook containing notes on work in Theban tombs, financed by Sir Robert Mond, 1909-1910. Printout of the booklet "Charles Gordon Jelf. Born June 8, 1886. Killed in Action October 13, 1915" (printed for private circulation, 1915); from Bodleian Libraries, University of Oxford copy [http://solo.bodleian.ox.ac.uk/primo-explore/fulldisplay?docid=oxfaleph013761443&context=L&vid=SOLO&search_scope=LSCOP_OX&tab=local&lang=en_US]. Jelf, Charles Gordon Amelia Ann Blanford Edwards Collection Edwards A.A.B. MSS -Album of drawings and watercolours made during Amelia Edwards's visit to the Dolomites. -Album of drawings and watercolours made during her visit to Egypt in 1873-4. -Album with 26 pencil sketches and one watercolour entitled 'Small Egyptian Scraps, 1874', made during same visit to Egypt. -Album, notebook, packet containing an assortment of drawings, letters, and notes, another packet contains copies of deeds and accounts issued following her death. -Two watercolours of the temples on Philae island, assumed to have been painted by A. Edwards. -First edition of Amelia B. Edwards, Pharaohs, Fellahs and Explorers (1891); Kate Griffith's (née Bradbury) copy, with handwritten dedication to ‘Katie’. Edwards, Amelia Ann Blanford 500-02-03 - 1100-04-04	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0021.json.gz/line17
__label__wiki	0.70037	0.70037	Bioscience in Brief Biosciences for Farming in Africa (B4FA) was set up to help African farmers unlock the continent’s huge agricultural potential. Initially we provided training to African journalists so they could communicate balanced, scientifically based information on best practice, innovation and entrepreneurship to decision makers, scientists, educators and farmers, alike. From this grew the B4FA Newswire, providing regular, accurate, unbiased and up-to-date information for those working to improve African agriculture and food security. You, our loyal and growing audience suggests there’s an appetite for what we do, but we cannot continue into 2020 without additional funding. Can you help, or do you know of someone who might? We need to hear from you Click here to find out more and help Cover crops play key role in conservation agriculture in rice sector July 25th, 2016 / Youtube.com B4FA Fellow Noah Nash reports: The principal research scientist in charge of rice research and development at Savanna Agriculture Research Institute, Dr. Wilson Dogbe has revealed that choice of cover crop plays a key role in the adaption of conservation agriculture in the rice sector in lowland areas in Ghana’s Northern Region. See more small farmer B4FA Month in Review – December 2019 Focusing on smart agriculture across Africa Agriculture is part of the climate problem, and the solution This sites uses cookies to identify which pages are being used. This helps us analyse data about web page traffic and improve our website. Find out more here. Back to Top \| Terms & Conditions \| Privacy & Cookie Policy \| Accreditation \| Contact Us All Content © Copyright 2020 Biosciences for Farming in Africa. All rights reserved except for educational, research and non-commercial purposes when reproduction is authorised provided the source is acknowledged. This project was made possible through the support of grants from the Malaysian Commonwealth Studies Centre and the John Templeton Foundation. The opinions expressed in this publication are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of the Grantors.	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0021.json.gz/line20
__label__wiki	0.844982	0.844982	Watch an amazing 22-minute compilation of Philip Seymour Hoffman’s career Mark Walters Published: March 4, 2014Posted in: News It’s still hard to believe the great Philip Seymour Hoffman is no longer with us. His tragic and heartbreaking death has created a void in the world of entertainment that will likely be felt for a long time. Vimeo user Caleb Slain has compiled a rather incredible 22-minute edit of some of Hoffman’s best acting moments. The end result is moving, emotional and spectacular. If anyone ever says they don’t understand why Philip was held in such high regard, tie them to a chair and make them watch this all the way through. What I noticed while watching it myself is how many roles I forgot about, which now make me anxious to revisit these great works. Hoffman made movies better just by being in them, and Caleb captured that in this moving tribute. The legacy he leaves behind is one any actor should aspire to. Rest in peace you wonderful performer, we miss you terribly. 200 hours of work went into breaking down 47 of Hoffman’s films. Compiling his legacy has been one of the most challenging experiences I’ve ever faced as an editor, and yet indescribably rewarding. I can assure you that after 22 years on screen and nearly fifty films, we now look at the work of an actor who never had a single dishonest moment on camera. I know because I’ve seen them all. Please take a breather and raise your glasses to one of our greatest. Here’s a list of all the films and other works featured in the compilation: 2012 A Late Quartet 2012 The Master 2011 Moneyball 2011 The Ides of March 2010 Jack Goes Boating 2009 The Invention of Lying 2009 Pirate Radio 2009 Mary and Max 2008 Synecdoche, New York 2007 Charlie Wilson’s War 2007 Before the Devil Knows You’re Dead 2007 The Savages 2006 Mission: Impossible III 2005 Capote 2005 Empire Falls (TV Movie) 2004 Along Came Polly 2003 Cold Mountain 2003 Mattress Man Commercial (Video short) 2003 Owning Mahowny 2002 25th Hour 2002 Punch-Drunk Love 2002 Love Liza 2000 Almost Famous 2000 State and Main 1999 The Talented Mr. Ripley 1999 Magnolia 1999 Flawless 1998 Patch Adams 1998 The Big Lebowski 1998 Next Stop Wonderland 1998 Montana 1997 Boogie Nights 1996 Hard Eight 1994 Nobody’s Fool 1994 When a Man Loves a Woman 1993 Money for Nothing 1993 My Boyfriend’s Back 1992 Scent of a Woman 1991 Law & Order Born and raised in Dallas, Mark has been a movie critic since 1994, with reviews featured in print, radio and National TV. In 2001 he started the Entertainment section of the Herorealm website, where he contributed film reviews and celebrity interviews until 2004. After three years of service there, he started Bigfanboy.com, which has become one of the Dallas film community's leading information websites. Bigfanboy hosts several movie screenings in the Texas area, and works closely with film and TV studios and promotional partners to host exciting events and contests. The site also features a variety of rare celebrity and filmmaker interviews, and Bigfanboy.com regularly covers the film festival circuit as well. In addition to Hollywood reporting, Mark has worked for many years as an advertising and sci-fi/comic book artist. Clients have included Lucasfilm Ltd., Topps Trading Cards, The Dallas Mavericks and The Dallas Stars. From 2002 until 2015 he managed the Dallas Comic Con, Sci-Fi Expo and Fan Days events in the DFW area. He currently catalogs rare comic books and movie memorabilia for Heritage Auctions, and runs the Dallas Comic Show conventions, but remains an avid moviegoer and cinema buff.	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0021.json.gz/line28
__label__wiki	0.528717	0.528717	Land Rover to support wounded soldiers’ rehabilitation program via Race2recovery Dakar Rally Dream 201218 Jun Posted in Dakar Rally Dream, Land Rover, Race2Recovery, Dakar Rally 2013, Pharaohs Rally Raid, Land Rover Discovery, Help for Heroes By Mukul Sarkar Race2Recovery Team and Car Land Rover has taken the major decision of extending sponsorship support for a team of wounded soldiers. Since these maimed brave men look for opportunities to come out of their injuries, this ‘automobile’ support will provide them a perfect platform to delve into a top-tier arduous off-road racing challenge. The next Dakar Rally will be special from the point of view that in its history the first participation instance of an amputee driver and co-driver will take place. Land Rover’s sponsorship of the Race2Recovery project will cover a 31-strong amateur rally team, including the brave soldiers who have been seriously injured but have not lost their zeal. It will help them to fulfil their dream of getting engrossed in the thrills of the famed action-packed Dakar Rally in January next year. Moreover, the raised money will be utilised for charity purposes, such as contribution to ‘Help for Heroes’ with an eye on wounded soldiers’ recovery and rehabilitation programs. Land Rover’s association with Race2Recovery includes the delivery of Land Rover engines for their actual utilisation in the team’s race vehicles, Land Rover Discovery support vehicles and off-road driving training. That is not all; comprehensive spares and parts supply facility, besides providing promotional and PR coverage and marketing and financial assistance are also parts of Land Rover’s support purview. All these facilities and financial help will indeed play a big role in better managing the team’s logistical and management activities, generally a cost-consuming affair. The four Qt Wildcat rally raid vehicles under the hood of Race2Recovery at the Dakar Rally arena have close similarities with Land Rover Defender in both running gear and external visual aspects as well. Engines, axles and some cosmetic parts are some of the quality ingredients of Land Rover vehicles that have been reserved on the Wildcat. Commenting on the grand initiative, Mark Cameron, Land Rover Brand Experience Director, Global Marketing, said: “Race2Recovery truly exemplifies ‘enduring human spirit’ and powerfully symbolises hope for all servicemen, and indeed civilians, recovering from disabilities caused by serious injury. We are proud to support the team’s efforts to complete this incredible feat and raise funds for the service charities that helped them in their own recovery and rehabilitation.” “Competing in the Dakar Rally will challenge the team to go beyond their life-changing events. The determination and mental attitude required by the team to take part in the world’s toughest rally raid epitomises the human spirit of adventure, determination and teamwork. Land Rover is pleased to support the rehabilitation of the courageous individuals within the team, and to help them positively impact on a much larger number of their fellow service personnel through the money they are raising,” Cameron further added. Established last year by a group of injured warriors, Race2Recovery is a challenging cross-country racing and aims at participating in the Dakar Rally in full gear. The Race2Recovery Dakar team includes the following: - Driver Captain Tony Harris (one leg amputated below knee) - Co-driver Corporal Tom Neathway (triple amputee) - Team Manager Warrant Officer Andrew ‘Pav’ Taylor (spinal fusion) - Co-driver Corporal Phillip Gillespie (leg amputated below knee) - Mechanic Corporal Wayne Williams (paralysed vocal cord) The entire team will leverage rich advantage from the presence of experienced rally raid biggies, such as Pierre de Frenne, Team Principal, and Quinn Evans, a co-driver who hit the fourth place in the Dakar. Besides its involvement with the rehabilitation of wounded ex-servicemen, Race2Recovery also strives at raising money for Tedworth House, a military personnel recovery and assessment centre part funded by the Help for Heroes charity. “Race2Recovery is immensely proud that Land Rover has chosen to support our ethos and determination to succeed in the Dakar,” said Captain Tony Harris, driver of one of the Dakar Wildcats. “Our team recognises the power and strength of Land Rover-based products and technology and it’s reflected in our choice of vehicle for this project…For all of us on the team, this is an opportunity to push the boundaries of the possible and to challenge the human spirit of adventure and ensure that our injuries do not dictate our lives. We are incredibly grateful for Land Rover’s backing for our comrades, colleagues and families who still require on-going care and support,” Harris further added. To strengthen the preparation ground before hitting the Dakar Rally track, the Race2Recovery team will participate in a slew of competitive rallies during the next seven months, including the Pharaohs Rally Raid in Egypt in October. The Dakar Rally Raid will throw a challenge to the team to cross over 5,000 miles (9,000 km) in 15 days through a vast tract of Latin American countries, including Peru, Argentina and Chile in January next year. It is expected that the rally cars will achieve a speed of 70-120mph while covering up to 700km per day. This event will be marked by some of the most difficult terrains in the world. Naturally, the driving teams, including their drivers, mechanics as well as the competing vehicles go through a tough phase of stress and anxiety during such meets. However, iron-will of the ex-army men will motivate them through the entire route. Fans motor racing enthusiasts will get the opportunity to hook up with the Race2Recovery team and get closer to the competing vehicles at several places in this month. The Cholmondeley Pageant of Power in Cheshire (June 15th to 17th) and the Goodwood Festival of Speed in Sussex (June 28th to July 1st).are some of the names worth mentioning in this regard. Previous \| Next Latest Land Rover news Land Rover Reveals New Discovery Land Rover has unveiled the new Discovery. The fifth-generation model benefits from Land Rover strong, safe and light full-size SUV architecture, delivering comfort and adaptability like no other. Jaguar Land Rover Expands Ingenium Powertrain Family This week, Jaguar Land Rover will expand its powertrain family, unveiling new technologies for both current and future vehicles. The new additions will support the companys long-term commitment to reduce vehicle emissions and improve fuel economy across its range through the introduction of more efficient engines along with alternative powertrains, lighter vehicles and improved vehicle energy conservation. Go to Land Rover New Car	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0021.json.gz/line33
__label__cc	0.685437	0.314563	Home Sports Kulture leads at completion of First Round in National Over-40 Football Tournament... Kulture leads at completion of First Round in National Over-40 Football Tournament 2017 BELIZE CITY, Thurs. July 20, 2017–With still a back-match in hand, undefeated Kulture Yabra Veterans lead the National Over-40 Football standings at the completion of the first round-robin; while their fellow Belize City squad, Pickstock Lake-I, who share the backmatch with Kulture, are still winless at the bottom of the standings. (See standings below.) 8 teams are in the double round-robin competition, and Week 7 games this past weekend completed the first round-robin, with 1 back-match remaining between Kulture Yabra and Pickstock Lake-I. Week 7 consisted of 3 Saturday games and 1 on Sunday. The first game on Saturday started at 4:00 p.m. at the Amin Hegar Field in Benque Viejo, and saw Mangro Creek Veterans come away with the 3-2 win over home standing Benque Veterans. (Benque normally plays on Sunday, but the game was played on Saturday “for financial support due to Benque Fiesta.”) Due to a bit of confusion resulting from the game date change, we so far only have the goal scorers for Mango Creek, who were Melvin Zavala, Noe Velasquez and Kirk Mayen. At 5:00 p.m. on the same day at the MCC Grounds, Belmopan Veterans dealt home squad Pickstock Lake-I their fourth loss, beating them 4-2 with goals from Micky Chavez (11’), Avery Galvez (35’) and Gary Wiltshire (38’ & 84’); while Pickstock goals were by Jermaine “Bowfoot” Zuniga (39’) and Alrick Smith (70’). Also on Saturday, starting at 7:30 p.m. out at the San Pedro Stadium, it was the home team, San Pedro Veterans shutting out BDF Veterans, 4-0, with a goal each from Orlando Pinelo (63’), Jacinto Pinelo (68’) and Javier Chavez (76’), along with the help of an own goal by BDF’s Marvin Card (87’ OG). The only game on Sunday was at the MCC Grounds, where visiting San Ignacio Quintas put a scare on Kulture Yabra Veterans, carrying a 2-1 first half lead deep into second half, before Kulture regained the lead to secure the 3-2 victory. San Ignacio striker #8 Ramiro Carillo (10’) beat Kulture goalie Anthony “Willie Bo” Bernard with a low right foot shot against the left goal post; Kulture’s #9 Kevin Rowland (13’) equalized shortly after with a right foot shot from close range; but San Ignacio midfielder #4 Byron Gonzalez surprised Willie Bo with a high glider from 35 yards out that slid under the cross bar at the 21st minute, to give the visitors the 2-1 lead. Veteran star Ismael John Thompson (Trapp) had replaced the injured San Ignacio goalie Humberto Rivera early in second half after his collision with Kulture striker Maurice “Magic” Francis; but it would have made no difference, when Rowland unleashed a left foot blast to tie things up at the 70th minute; and then completed his hat trick at the 73rd minute, for the Kulture Yabra 3-2 win. Updated Week 8 schedule to begin the second round: 4:00 p.m. – Belmopan Veterans vs Benque Veterans – Amin Hegar Field (Note: This game date was changed from Sunday in our mid-week issue.) 7:30 p.m. – BDF Veterans vs Mango Creek Veterans – M.A. Stadium 7:30 p.m. – San Ignacio Quintas vs San Pedro Veterans – San Pedro Stadium 4:00 p.m. – Kulture Yabra Veterans vs Pickstock Lake-I Veterans – MCC Grounds Previous articleBelize registers first win in U-20 Female Central American Volleyball tournament at SCA Multipurpose Gym Next articleHopelessly corrupt	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0021.json.gz/line34
__label__wiki	0.579965	0.579965	Urbi et Orbi, peas on earth Urbi et Orbi, But he was still hungry. And bored. Pees on earth, And gives swill to auld men. Mental degeneracy The scientific mind, both natural and social, finds itself in secular degeneration since the seventeenth century. Needless to say, it does not notice its dementia, having long since forgotten the ontological difference in the mists of its mental oblivion. Today it is working on artificial intelligence, progressing to consummate its own superfluity. With a change of mind, Changing the world follows As a matter of course. Aristotle on small initial error In De Caelo Aristotle formulates a thought that has repercussions far beyond the particular context in which it is uttered: σχεδὸν γὰρ αὓτη πασῶν ἀρχὴ τῶν ἐναντιώσεων τοῖς ἀποφηναμένοις τι περὶ τῆς ὃλης φύσεως καὶ γέγονε καὶ γένοιτ΄ ἄν, εἴπερ καὶ τὸ μικρὸν παραβῆναι τῆς ἀληθείας ἀφισταμένοις γίνεται πόρρω μυριοπλάσιον. (De Caelo I v. 271b7-10) "This, one could say, is what has been and will [continue to] be the source of all the contradictions among those pronouncing on beings as a whole, since going astray from the truth just a little initially becomes multiplied ten-thousandfold standing far [from the starting-point]." (De Caelo I v. 271b7-10) The crucial word here is ἀρχὴ, which can be rendered in various ways in English as 'principle', 'starting-point', 'source', 'beginning', especially in the sense that the ἀρχὴ governs what proceeds from it. In the quote, this meaning is apparent because a little error in the principle results in major deviations from the 'truth' further down the line. In Metaphysics Book Delta, Aristotle provides a definition of the multiple meanings of ἀρχὴ, pointing out that they are all a kind of ὄθεν, i.e. a 'whence'. Most frequently, this 'whence' is taken in a chronological sense as the source whence something develops in linear time, but this is a restriction that suits the lazy thinking apparent everywhere, for instance, in evolutionary theory. Or the 'whence' is taken as the starting-point, i.e. the premises, of an argument that proceeds by logical deduction. If your premises are false, so formal logic proclaims, then your conclusions will be fallacious. This is a favourite way of proceeding in mainstream philosophy and elsewhere: arguing for your position. A deeper signification of ἀρχὴ, however, is the starting-point for thinking through phenomena conceptually. Such a path of thinking has to respect a sequence of thinking in which the concepts of more fundamental and elementary phenomena precede and provide the basis for thinking, i.e. forming adequate concepts for, more complex phenomena with more determinations. This is often called, as in Hegel, moving from the most abstract, simple phenomena step by step to the more concrete phenomena whose concepts require the concepts of simpler phenomena to be properly articulated. One crucial case in point, which to date philosophical thinking has obstinately ignored, is whether a concept of time must precede the phenomena of movement and change to grasp them adequately, or whether time is a concept that presupposes the phenomenon of movement. The traditional conception of time is the latter: that time is a number lifted off movement by counting it. Hence Aristotle's famous formula for time: "Time is the number of movement with regard to before and after." (ὀ χρόνος ἀριθμὸς κινήσεως κατὰ τὸ πρότερον καὶ ὕστερον ἐστιν. Phys. IV xi 219b2; cf. also De Caelo I ix. 279a15) Elsewhere, in Aristotle's "before and after" & quantum gravity, I have pointed out that this definition of time is viciously circular. There has to be a deeper, more elementary conception of time on which this definition is based in order to account for the "before and after" in it. I won't repeat here what I have said before. Here it is important to see that the path on which thinking thinks through phenomena makes a very big difference, and if you choose the wrong starting-point you will end up, down the road, very far from the truth of the phenomena themselves, no matter how clever your theories are. The truth here is not the conclusion of a valid logical argument, but an insight into how the phenomena show, disclose themselves of themselves if you care to look closely enough and do not obscure their self-disclosure with theoretical constructions. Western thinking's starting with a linear conception of time counted off movement has had enormous repercussions for the trajectory of Western history as a whole, for without it there would be no science, no ἐπιστήμη, and therefore also no global technoscience. We would be on another historical path altogether on which science with its absolute will to efficient power would assume its proper, more modest place. Further reading A Question of Time. Conscious subject plaything of the Zeit-Geist The conscious subject is supposed to be the bedrock for conceiving human being for all time. Hence, for instance, science speaks unrestrainedly of the evolution over millennia of consciousness in the species of animal called homo sapiens. Humankind is thus conceived as just one among many animal species and given the flattering label of 'wise'. Such putative long-term ontogenetic evolution of consciousness is thought to be somehow a result of, or at least concomitant with, the enlargement of the human brain over long periods of linear time. Human consciousness is supposed to emerge in linear chronological time through some kind of increase in complexity of the brain's neural interconnections which, in turn, is explained (teleologically) as serving the enhanced survival of the species. Science's conviction is that one day 'we' will scientifically explain the evolutionary emergence of human consciousness on a scientifically materialist basis. Conceiving human being itself as specifically distinguished from other animal species by intelligent consciousness residing in the conscious subject, however, shows how our self-conception is the plaything of our historical time's own mind, i.e. our shared historical time-mind or Zeit-Geist that here encompasses both the mind and spirit of the times. For, marking the human species with the specific difference of (intelligent, mooded) consciousness, as happened only in the modern age, differs radically from ancient determinations of this hallmark as soul, anima, animus, ψυχή or νοῦς. Talk of the soul, for instance, is out of bounds for today's science. The Christian soul is also conceived in an essentially different way from the Latin anima or the Greek ψυχή. One consequence of conceiving human being as subjective consciousness is that mind itself becomes individualized, encapsulated in individual, interior consciousness. Such postulated, brain-based, individual consciousnesses 'inside' can then only come together 'outside' through some sort of collectivity of consciousness which modern mainstream philosophy conceives as collective intentionality of will. What this inside/outside dichotomy actually means and how (since, on closer examination, it can be seen that it does not do justice to the phenomena themselves) it can be overcome (as treated in other of my posts and books) remains a hardly noticed ontological problem. Such a conception of subjective consciousness comes too late, for individual consciousness always already partakes of the mind of our scientifically dominated historical age. The Zeit-Geist is prior to the conception of interior consciousness of individual subjects, for it is the source that has cast human being itself as interiorized consciousness. The casting of human being itself as individual subjectivity endowed with interior consciousness is itself a fairly recent historical event. This hermeneutic casting is not the terminus of history, since, through philosophical thinking, history may have a further twist through recasting. The casting itself can be historically interrogated and revised, thus rescuing human being conceived inappropriately as subjective consciousness from its status as mere plaything of an hegemonic mind-set by paying close attention to certain simple, elementary phenomena that are "hard to see" (Aristotle), i.e. are taken as self-evident and therefore, even after millennia of Western thinking, have yet to come to adequate concepts. The crucial point in the present context is that the very interiority of consciousness vis-à-vis an objective external world supposedly independent of subjective, individualized consciousness is questionable. Such questioning is anything other than mere scepticism, but forceful interrogation of entrenched clichés in thinking that brings an alternative to light. Despite our age's hegemonic mind-set that is fixated on an absolute will to effective power over all kinds of movements (including even the explanatory power of evolutionary story-telling), the Zeit-Geist retains nevertheless an historical malleability under philosophical interrogation that can transcend such a fixation. Further reading: A Question of Time: An alternative cast of mind. Power over whats and whos In a famous formulation, Aristotle defines power (δύναμις) to be ἀρχή μεταβολῆς ἐν ἄλλῳ ἠ ᾗ ἄλλο. (Met. Theta 1, 1046a9f), i.e. "a source governing a change in something else or in the same being insofar as it is regarded as something else". This is the metaphysical formula for productive, efficient power to effect a change from a power source that provides the foundational ontology of movement in all Western thinking, and today globally, in all scientifico-technological thinking. All science, i.e. all ἐπιστήμη, from the Greeks on is will to efficient, effective power over all kinds of movement and change. This will is the theological orientation of modern science's onto-theology, i.e. its metaphysics. This famous formulation can be given a further twist: ἀρχή μεταβολῆς ἐν τινι ἠ τις ᾗ τι, i.e. "a source governing a change in something or in someone regarded as something" or, to bring out the difference between what and who: "a source governing a change in somewhat or in somewho regarded as somewhat". This variant brings to the fore the essential character of epistemic power as a power over whats, or whos insofar as they are seen as whats. For this reason, modern science, born in the seventeenth century as mathematized physics, retained its essential will to power over whats, or whos as whats, when it developed further into the various social sciences such as political economy, psychology and sociology. To fulfil its essential determination as science, all social science has to emulate physics in striving for knowing power over the movements and changes of people by reducing their genuine whoness to a whatness amenable to the will to effective power. The phenomenological violence of this reduction still goes unnoticed today. This observation enables a better understanding of Heidegger's statement, "The question concerning who the human being is [...] cannot be adequately asked within the domain of traditional metaphysics, which remains essentially ‘physics’." (Die Frage, wer der Mensch ist [...] läßt sich im Bereich der überlieferten Metaphysik, die wesentlich ‚Physik‘ bleibt, nicht zureichend fragen. Martin Heidegger Einführung in die Metaphysik S. 107) The singleness of the source of effective power in Aristotle's definition nips in the bud any genuine access to the phenomenality of a plurality of whos in power interplay with one another. Such a power interplay precludes establishing a single source of power over whos, i.e. of social power. Rather, social power can only be adequately conceived as mutually estimative power interplays of various kinds. This hermeneutic as remains in oblivion as long as an alternative ontology of movement and change to the Aristotelean ontology of causally efficient movement, which remains tacitly intact throughout all modern science, is not explicitly dismantled and curbed by philosophical thinking in favour of a phenomenally adequate ontology of specifically social, sociating movement and change that brings with it a radically alternative, historical cast of mind. All kinds of authoritarian politics currently re-emerging across the globe treat people as things, i.e. as whats, to be manipulated, especially by calculating words, in ruthless power games. Likewise, today increasingly aiding authoritarian governments, the cyberworld is bent on algorithmically controlling all the movements of people through so-called 'artificial intelligence' and so-called 'deep learning' by neural networks fed with huge mountains of data. These data, on which the neural networks train, carry all the prejudices and biases of the empirical world, reducing human beings to statistically significant or insignificant data bit-strings, whereas the artificially intelligent algorithms enable an outsourcing and automation of power over people by dictating what they can and cannot do. 'Misjudgements' on the part of these 'intelligent' algorithms can and do have dire consequences. However, here it is not so much a matter of pointing to dire consequences of algorithmic control and weighing them against those which are beneficial, convenient, entertaining or whatever. Philosophical thinking's task does not amount to a balancing act between upsides and downsides on some kind of ethical see-saw. Rather, already the terms 'artificial intelligence' and 'deep learning' in connection with the concatenation of countless universal Turing machines constituting the cyberworld indicate that we humans have long since become accustomed to thoughtlessly conceiving ourselves as whats, instead of insistently posing the question as to our whoness. Further reading: Social Ontology of Whoness and The Digital Cast of Being. Degeneracy of mind Despite all the advances in science and technology (or rather, precisely because of them), our present age is blighted by an ongoing, secular degeneracy of mind that has been progressing for generations. The algorithmization of the world is proceeding apace amidst a thoughtlessness about the nature of the ever-encroaching cyberworld. This thoughtlessness consists primarily and primally in our mind's cluelessness about the ontological cast of world in our present historical age that has culminated in the digital cast of world. Today's mainstream philosophy continues to let us down badly, for it, too, is clueless about what genuine ontology is. It has thoroughly unlearned what ontology was at its inception with Plato and Aristotle, who were the first to articulate the ontological difference, that is, the difference between beings taken in their naked ontic facticity and their mode of being. Today's philosophers have risible conceptions of both Plato's and Aristotle's thinking because they interpret it by retrojecting the subjectivist ontology of the modern age, with its illusory, irreconcilable split between subject and object, back onto Greek thinking. They remain incarcerated in the ontological cast of the modern age, i.e. our all-enveloping, modern mind-set, clueless about any historical alternative, either past or future. For instance, the Stanford Encyclopedia of Philosophy currently has no entry at all for ontology. Under the entry for "Metaphysics" it deals with ontology as the "science of being as such" without the least mention of the ontological difference. Questions of ontology boil down to whether a certain (kind of) being "exists". Thus we read e.g. the incoherent statement: "Still, many questions of the new and old metaphysics are not questions of ontology. For example, many participants in the debate over causation are not particularly worried about whether causes and effects exist. Rather, they want to know “in virtue of what” something is a cause or effect." As if the "what" in "in virtue of what" did not exist! Under the entry for "Logic and Ontology", again, there is no mention of the ontological difference. Instead, we read: "But we have at least two parts to the overall philosophical project of ontology, on our preliminary understanding of it: first, say what there is, what exists, what the stuff is reality is made out of, secondly, say what the most general features and relations of these things are." As if the question of "what exists" could be answered by saying "what the stuff is reality is made out of". This is blatant begging of the question in a materialist direction, foreclosing any interrogation of what it means for anything to exist at all. The question of the very meaning of being itself (and that, under interrogation, this meaning is shown to be ultimately temporal in a genuinely three-dimensional, non-linear way) is not posed at all. "The second set of problems is that it isn’t so clear what these questions really are. This leads to the philosophical debate about meta-ontology." And what does meta-ontology concern itself with? It "isn’t so clear how to settle questions about what there is, at least not for the kinds of things that have traditionally been of special interest to philosophers: numbers, properties, God, etc." Again, the focus is on whether beings of a certain given kind exist. And whether they exist is always a question of the logical truth of certain propositions, not the disclosive truth of phenomena themselves. Hence the entry's heading, "Logic and Ontology". The ontological debates within mainstream philosophy are carried on academically as jousts held on pleasant university campi between virtually countless -isms that take up their many and various positions and fight it out on the tournament field employing their chosen tilting strategies. The rules of the contest are implicitly very well-known, and those who transgress the rules are quickly disqualified as not being proper professional academic philosophers. There is not the least awareness that the categories of subjectivity and objectivity themselves are ontological in nature and, indeed, hermeneutically ontological in an historical way that admits of recasting. Rather, they are taken for granted as unshakeable basis for all philosophical debate and are thoughtlessly retrojected onto Greek thinking and projected onto all possible futures as immutable. No notice is taken of the very concept of 'subject' so crucial to modern ontology meant the precise opposite to the Greeks, for whom the subject (ὑποκείμενον) was precisely what is today called the object. This circumstance should give pause for thought, but it doesn't. Through what hermeneutic-ontological recasting did this historical inversion come about? Rather, dogmatism unfolds with the assertion of such nonsensical claims as calling Aristotle an "objectivist". For instance, I read very recently in a draft paper on an openly accessible academic web-site by a philosophical acquaintance, a retired professor, "Aristotle’s objectivism might be said to be naïve [...] in not being self-consciously and systematically held against any subjectivist contrary". Aristotle's position in the inane battle of the -isms is then labelled "naïve realism" as opposed to a kind of idealism. The very distinction between realism and idealism is itself only a pseudo-distinction generated by the subject-object split in subjectivist metaphysics. The same analytic philosopher writes, "Words can contingently represent actual substances because they express perceptually based 'affections in the soul' which are likenesses to those things (Aristotle [De Interpretatione] 1984 vol. 1, p. 25). But how exactly is this more fundamental mental representation to be conceived? Aristotle seems to have little to say." No wonder Aristotle has "little to say" on this point, because for Aristotle, 'affections in the soul' are not representations of an external objectivity at all! 'Representatio' (in consciousness) is an ontological concept first introduced by Descartes, which is renamed 'Vorstellung' by Kant. That the Greek ψυχή is translated as "consciousness" in modern-age metaphysics does not instigate any philosophical questioning. This goes unnoticed in the violently thoughtless hermeneutics of reading Aristotle with a dogmatic modern-age mind-set that has closed itself off from the phenomena themselves. Such philosophers are incapable of learning anything whatsoever from Aristotle, for they risibly regard themselves as a priori superior to him. Yet Aristotle is one major source from whom we can (re)learn today what the ontological difference is. There reigns abysmal ignorance in today's mainstream philosophy regarding ancient Greek philosophy, and the potential inherent in a phenomenological re-reading of it. The ignorance is self-inflicted, for there have been for more than a century valiant and lucid phenomenological endeavours to escape the prison of the modern age's mind. They are ignored, brushed off and suppressed, for they unsettle the status quo by asking too many simple questions. Degeneracy of mind parades as the faithful ally of cutting-edge science and technology without the least inkling that this is a sycophant's role. Further reading: The Digital Cast of Being and Social Ontology of Whoness. Searle's ‘Social Ontology and Political Power’ In his 2003 paper ‘Social Ontology and Political Power’, John R. Searle approaches the problem of the ontology of social power from within subjectivist metaphysics. “The important point to emphasize is that the essence of political power is deontic power. [...] It is a matter of rights, duties, obligations, authorizations, permissions and the like. Such powers have a special ontology.” (All further quotes in double inverted commas are from Searle’s paper.) This “special ontology” is said to reside in “status functions”, as distinct from ‘objective’ “physical functions” such as ‘Rain makes you wet’. Status functions, “imposed” by the “collective intentionality” of human beings “can be represented in the form, ‘X counts as Y in C’”. What enables this collectivity of intention is not a question for Searle, but simply taken as an ontic fact. The “brute fact” of a physical phenomenon such as expressed in the statement “It is raining” or ‘George is sitting at his desk’ is superimposed with a status that allows, for example, the statement “George W. Bush is president” to fit the model ‘X counts as Y in C’: Bush counts as President in the context of the institutions of democratic elections. “Counts as” here is synonymous with ‘is valid as’ or ‘is recognized as’. Like all analytic philosophy, Searle seeks to locate truth in the logos, i.e. in logical propositions. The status accorded to Bush through this putative projection of collective intentionality confers on him deontic powers such as the power to command the armed forces, which are obliged (deontically) to obey, or the power to veto legislation which Congress is obliged to acknowledge. Furthermore, Searle asserts, “Where political status functions are concerned it is [sic] almost invariably linguistic.”, an example being the linguistic thought, “He is president”. Hence, according to Searle, political power is constituted “almost invariably” by certain linguistic conventions that confer “rights, duties, obligations, authorizations, permissions and the like”. Likewise, Searle regards the social power, money, as a thing (paper) accorded a “status function” by convention according to the formula, ‘This paper counts as means of payment (money) in the context of market exchange’. This counting-as-money is presumably accompanied by the linguistic thought, ‘This is money’. Searle’s problematic of social and political power is thus isomorphic with Neo-Kantianism’s (e.g. Heinrich Rickert) account of values, according to which ‘values’ are overlaid over ‘objective reality’, instead of being intrinsic to the being of the entity in question. 'Counting as' is a mere sticker stuck on by analytic philosophy. In Searle’s terminology, such ‘values’ are status functions projected onto “observer-independent”, objective, physical things and physical people by “collective intentionality” and are therefore “observer-dependent”. The key distinction between “observer-independent” objectivity and “observer-dependent” subjectivity, however, is untenable. Why? Searle’s root concern (a misguided non-question) is with the question “How can there be political reality in a world consisting of physical particles?”. Hence the dichotomy between physical objectivity and social reality, which latter, it is claimed, is “observer-dependent” in the sense that it depends on a projection of “collective intentionality” onto physical things of the kind ‘X counts as Y in C’. But all beings in the world, including bare, physical beings, are ‘counted as’ in the sense that they are understood as, say, “physical particles”. Such understanding-as... is only possible in the modern scientific age within the Cartesian cast of being (which Searle obviously believes is the unquestionable, rock-bottom, scientific truth), and “physical particles” are such only for the scientific subject of the modern age, i.e. ‘physical reality’ is not “observer-independent” and “objective”, but is conceived and cast as such by an historical way of human thinking. Even the innocuous, brute, factual statement adduced by Searle that “it is raining” depends upon the apophantic as according to which the observed phenomenon of precipitation is understood as rain. There can be no “observer-independent” objectivity because objectivity is such only for a human subject within an historical world that is cast within its own epochal understanding of the world. Moreover, human beings are always already in the world engaged in practices with each other, i.e. in interplay, taking care of their lives, and are never merely subjective consciousnesses separated from objective reality. Rather, they always already share the open 3D-temporal clearing. Moreover, in the context of these practices of interplay, and not merely linguistically through representations in consciousness, individual or collective, they estimate, value and evaluate things and people based first of all upon what they are good for and worth in the context of such daily, individual and shared, practices. The stepwise path in thinking via value (τιμή) as it emerges from the practices of everyday life through to specifically political power has been adopted in the present inquiry to bring the power play among human beings in all its facets socio-ontologically to light. For Searle, mired as he is in subjectivist metaphysics, for which unquestioned ‘collective intentionality’ serves as theological anchor, such a social ontology can make no sense. Adapted excerpt from Social Ontology of Whoness: Rethinking core phenomena of political philosophy How do you we the people? Interrogating a self-evidence Modern science's theological hubris Modern science is very proud of itself, overweeningly so, for all it has effected and effects in the world. It has differentiated itself into countless areas of knowledge in both the natural and social sciences. The specialization into different kinds of knowing is so ramified, that not even those scientists working in the same science know about what their colleagues are doing in the very next compartment. To say nothing of whether, say, an economist knows anything about biology or vice versa. Regardless of the narrowing of the mind that accompanies scientific specialization, science is very proud for all the progress it continues to make, for its mission will never be finally accomplished. What is this mission? It is to establish foreknowing, effective mastery over all types of movement and change in the world, no matter of what kind including, of course, through medical science, the inevitable movement of mortal human life toward death. This scientific way of knowing has established itself as purportedly the sole mode of knowing access to the world that can be taken at all seriously. Everything else — such as literature, the arts, religion, the humanities — is merely cultural decoration which, of course, many scientists enjoy on the side. Science, however, is concerned with establishing the truth of the world through its empirically-based scientific method which, it claims, is the sole kind of truth with any serious credibility. Hence, any scientific claim has to be backed by reference to empirical studies or replicable experiments. For this scientific mind-set, all else is merely unsubstantiated, drivelling waffle. The scientific mind-set is smugly confident that it has the knowledge-game sewn up. It purports to have the only game in town that no other area of intellectual endeavour can hope to match. The humanities, for instance, are conceded their appropriate playground for reflecting on the human condition, but they represent no danger whatsoever to scientific knowing's hegemony, based as it is on the ostensibly hard, indisputable evidence of experimentally registered facts. But this story of science's putatively unchallengeable hegemony as the only mode of truth is too good to be true. Its Achilles' heel is the state of empirical facts which the scientific mind takes to be naked facts, i.e. the 'unvarnished' data collected, according to proper experimental design, which are fed into a scientific theoretical model to either confirm or falsify it. In truth, these naked facts are vested with an interpretation prior to their being taken as facts. All so-called naked facts are in fact hermeneutically enrobed. The name for this a priori interpretation of all phenomena in the world is the hermeneutic As, for every phenomenon that shows itself to the human mind is understood in some way or other (including even misunderstood) as such-and-such. The most elementary phenomenological example of such showing-as is the category of something. If you look, say, at your left index finger, you see it as something, don't you? If you look at your right foot, you also see it as something, even as something else, don't you? Finger and foot are both understood 'self-evidently' as something, although, if you inspect your finger or foot, you can find no trace of the category of something in them. There is no empirical-factual basis for the category of something. Nor is the category of something to be discovered as some kind of evolutionarily arisen, genetically steered neuronal trace in the brain that generates somehow or other a subjective category of something in each and every single consciousness. For science the category of something is causally inexplicable. Nevertheless, something itself is indubitably a category interposed between your mind and the thing itself enabling you to understand anything as something. This apparently trivial observation is, in truth, crucial, for the interpretive access to the world from the ground up does not stop with the category of something. The hermeneutic as interposes itself between the mind and beings showing themselves in the difference between beings themselves and how they are understood as such-and-such in their being. In phenomenology, this is known as the ontological difference between beings and their being, i.e. their 'beingness'. Among other things, phenomenological ontology studies the beingness of beings as they show themselves in a given age to an historical hermeneutic cast of mind. At the culmination of ancient Greek thinking, Aristotle worked out his ontology of movement, which had been a problem for philosophy since its inception with Parmenides. What is movement/change? How is it to be conceived as a mode of being? Aristotle's answer is that movement is to be conceived as the putting-to-work of a power to effect an end. The Greek word for power here is δύναμις, which can be translated also as force, potential or potency. A power at work is its energy, ἐνέργεια, which effects finally (τέλος) a finished product. Now the punch-line: this Aristotelean ontology of effective, productive movement was adopted by modern science, starting with Newton et al., whilst tacitly dropping its hermeneutic nature as an ontology of effective movement. With this sleight of hand, modern scientific slipped in its way of knowing in terms of cause and effect as the now apparently unquestionable nature of all movement and change in the world, whether it be natural or social. All today's scientific knowing (ἐπιστήμη) is dedicated to this ontology of effective movement, without knowing its own ontological orientation. From the start, the social sciences sought to emulate the natural sciences' success and hence adopted unwittingly also its ontology of efficient-causal movement. The only hitch is whether all movement and change in the world really does show itself to a careful gaze at the phenomena themselves as effected. Modern science postulates dogmatically that it is unquestionably so, and it points to the empirical evidence and the apparent unparalleled success of its theoretical models. Even the quirkiness of so-called quantum indeterminacy will not stand in its way (which, incidentally, itself results from modern mathematical physics' misinterpretation of the nature of movement itself; cf. Digital Cast of Being). But science's so-called evidence base is a case of blatantly begging the question (petitio principii), for the very principle is never put into question. In this case, the principle, i.e. the beginning, is the foundational ontology of effective movement. Since all modern science, of whatever ilk, denies the ontological difference, it is unable to see that its effective-causal access to the world is itself an effect of its own tunnel vision. Unbeknownst to itself, it is not only ontological in nature, but also thoroughly theological. It is, in truth, onto-theological. But hang on, this must be nonsense, for doesn't modern science reject all talk of God and gods? Nonetheless, the hidden god of all modern science is the absolute will to effective power over all kinds of movement and change, which science devotedly worships absolutely, not tolerating any other god beside it, i.e. another kind of knowing based on an alternative ontology of movement and change whose aim is not effective mastery. Those scientists who faithfully dedicate their lives to worshipping their unknown god are amply rewarded with secure, well-paid careers and honours bestowed. I call the alternative mode of movement and change that calls for thinking today interplay. Unlike productive, effective movement, interplay is played out among two, three or many sources of power, instead of the classical ontology of effective movement that has to proceed from a single source of power, i.e. force. In classical ontology, if there are two or more forces, they interact, and their interaction remains precalculable by simple mathematical vector addition. This continues to hold when forces are conceived as force-fields. Not so with the ontology of interplay, in which the various sources of power are in unfathomable, unpredictable interplay with one another. That is, interplay is ontologically fundamentally different from interaction. Hopelessly caught as it is in its own theological hubris coupled with deep ontological naivety, the modern scientific mind refuses absolutely to deny its hidden god and countenance an alternative, namely, an ontology of interplay as a kind of movement sui generis. Such an ontology demands learning to see that the interplay among sources of power is applicable first and foremost to us human beings sharing the world with each other. The interplay is, in the first place, one of the mutual estimation and esteeming of powers residing in the plurality of individual players. The individual players can no longer be understood as a kind of whats, e.g. hermeneutically cast as conscious subjects, but must be conceived as whos playing in the estimative interplay and demanding an explicitly unfolded phenomenology of whoness. Already Aristotle's ethics were lacking their proper foundation in an ontology of sociating, estimative interplay. Instead, his ontology of effective movement was implicitly at work also in his ethics, which resulted in their being conceived hermeneutically as normatively bridling, a negative enterprise and one posterior to effective, productive knowing. A positive ethics, however, consists in taking the phenomenality of mutually estimating interplay into view and explicitly working out the appropriate ontology of sociating interplay. Needless to say, all ethics since Aristotle have also remained captive implicitly to the will to effective power, with the result that all ethics hitherto have concerned themselves exclusively with normatively bridling effective and social power as some kind of afterthought. Hence ethics' impotence due to its always coming too late. Our present state of mind pays dearly for wilful blindness to the hermeneutic As lodged in the ontological difference, for it prevents seeing modern science as the consummation of the onto-theology of effective power. Further reading: Social Ontology and, for the absolute will to effective power personified playfully as Willy P., Land of Matta. Posted by Michael Eldred at 15:52 1 comment: Thinking sociation Τhere is a difference between thinking about society and thinking society. It is questionable whether the Western tradition in thinking has ever thought the phenomenon of society in itself, its sociation (Vergesellschaftung) through a kind (είδος) of movement sui generis with its own peculiar ontology, namely, a social, sociating ontology. A preposterous claim that can be comfortably dismissed out of hand from a securely superior, more knowledgeable position such as that of empirically-based social science? Or a challenge that we must first learn to even countenance the ontological question concerning sociation and thus to think society as such as a mode of being, and a somewhat presumptuous claim that political philosophy and social science per se do not think the very element in which their thinking moves? What does it mean to think society as such? Hasn’t the tradition of Western philosophy already thought society as a sociation of human beings living together in communities? Don’t other species of animals and even plants also form societies or sociations? What is the specific nature of human society? What is sociation as a mode of being? In Aristotle’s Politics we read that “man is by nature a social animal”, a ζῷον πολιτικόν. The social or political animal congregates around the pole of the πόλις, living together in communities. This famous Aristotelean definition of humankind’s essence, of what it means to be a human being as a social being, is closely linked with that other essential definition of man as τὸ ζῷον λόγον ἔχον, the animal that has the λόγος, or language, through which it reasons. Accordingly, humankind would be sociated first and foremost by virtue of having the power of speech as a means of communication. The sociation of human community in the first place would be linguistic in nature or essence through the practice of humans’ talking with one another. Human community would thus be founded fundamentally on language employed to communicate in a context of common, shared living-practices, with language itself having arisen evolutionarily as enhancing survival chances of the human species. These basic definitions of human society seem to be hardly controversial statements and would presumably be accepted by both political philosophy and social science as rudimentary, essential, definitional characteristics of social human being. However, their apparent self-evidence is itself problematic for any socio-ontological questioning that takes neither human being nor sociating human being for granted, but rather patiently interrogates their meaning as modes of being. The run-of-the-mill way of thinking human being as the human species (είδος, look) subsumed under the genus (γένος, descent) of animals so well-established in scientific anthropology is one example of how superficially Greek thinking has been adopted and put to use, without the least inkling remaining of the ontological depths of thinking in which such terms είδος and γένος were first employed. There are good reasons to regard modern scientific thinking as the residual left-overs of Greek ontology unwittingly adopted which has long since covertly established its as-yet-unchallenged hegemony. Further reading: Social Ontology. Ontological difference overgrown by weeds Together with its staunch, subservient ally, analytic philosophy, the modern sciences, both natural and social, have grown and flourished as noxious weeds that spread into every crevice, covering and swallowing the ontological difference that has been the distinctive hallmark of all genuine philosophy since its Greek beginnings: the difference between beings and their mode of being. The steady, centuries-long degeneration of mind has already led to today's situation, in which even philosophers — not to mention natural and social scientists of all stripes as well as artists — no longer have a clue what the ontological difference means. In this sense of oblivion to the OD, philosophy, too, has also long since degenerated into positivism. Hence, for instance, the never-ending dance in analytic philosophy between so-called realism and idealism, the hermeneutic AS remaining all the while invisible to analytic consciousness. The historical dementia of the mens — the unminding of the mind, Geist, νοῦς — started already with its degeneration into consciousness, i.e. the co-knowing of itself of the self-certain ego, on which all knowledge was to be unshakably based. This Cartesian hermeneutic casting opened the modern age. The ontological difference is the crucible whence not just the whatness of whats, but the whoness of whos is cast, and thus how a world shapes up and presents itself to the mind in open historical time. Instead of hermeneutically recasting, demented modern consciousness is rushing headlong into outsourcing itself to algorithms in which it is becoming inexorably ever more inextricably — but altogether willingly — entangled. And the worst of it is that 'we' are painlessly blind to what is happening, and therefore defenceless. Further reading: The Digital Cast of Being. Digital Whoness, Social Ontology. The proposal of a Universal Basic Income (UBI) as a response to jobs 'running out' due to algorithmic automation and as a 'final solution' to poverty has become popular in some quarters. But does the UBI not display the Usual Bovine Ignorance about the nature of freedom? The phenomenon of freedom can only be disclosed by a thinking that has not cut off its access to the ontological difference that has nurtured Western thinking from its Greek origins on. In particular, as a social ontology shows, the phenomenon of freedom includes the striving for each individual to find and adopt his or her self in a reflection from its world of existential possibilities. Through this self-reflection afforded by the esteem of others, the self gains its own self-esteem — its stand and standing as somewho in the world. Not only would a Universal Basic Income not address the need and desire for self-esteem, but, like the idea of the welfare state as a whole, would only further undermine the self-esteem of those needing encouragement most of all. Siphoning the poor off into the pool of social losers with misplaced compassion. Whereas, given encouragement, there is no end to what people can do for each other, each within the limits of their own abilities, whatever they may be, hence deriving their self-esteem and self-standing. UBI seems to be not such a good idea, after all. And that already due to the Usual Bovine Ignorance about the nature of ideas themselves. An idea, namely, is the 'look' a phenomenon presents of itself in the difference between being and beings. Our times pay dearly for the lack of a phenomenology of freedom — and hardly a glimmer on the horizon. Positivist thinking of all shades is consolidating from generation to generation; the ability to think philosophically from the ontological difference is silently, painlessly dying. CC to CC. Further reading: Social Ontology Posted by Michael Eldred at 15:42 4 comments:	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0021.json.gz/line44
__label__wiki	0.737563	0.737563	About the ACC ASIAN CRICKET COUNCIL e-mail: thusith@asiancricket.org e-mail: sultan.rana@asiancricket.org Download the ACC Logo PDF \| EPS Formation of the ACC The ACC Members The ACC Members Contacts Emirates Cricket Board To Host ACC's U-16 Western Region Tournament The Emirates Cricket Board will be hosting the ACC’s Under-16 Western Region tournament from 7th to 12th January, 2018 in the UAE. ACC U16 Eastern Region 2017 Preview Over the last decade the Asian Cricket Council had built up a prized reputation in developing cricket talent in many countries across Asia. ACC Level 2 Umpiring Course Asian Cricket Council is arranging various Game Education Programs in Asia Continent/Asia Pacific for the development of the Game of Cricket. Malaysia Hosts The Fourth U-19 Youth Asia Cup The ACC U-19 Youth Asia Cup is here once again, and this time the games will be held in the heart of Malaysia – Kuala Lumpur. 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Misbah ul Haq Galleries: Featured Emerging Teams Asia Cup 2017 Galleries: Tournaments ACC U-19 YOUTH ASIA CUP 2017 Galleries: Member Nations AFGHANISTAN CRICKET BOARD BAHRAIN CRICKET ASSOCIATION BHUTAN CRICKET COUNCIL BOARD BRUNEI DARUSSALAM CRICKET ASSOCIATION CHINESE CRICKET ASSOCIATION HONG KONG CRICKET ASSOCIATION CRICKET FEDERATION OF IRAN KUWAIT CRICKET MALAYSIAN CRICKET ASSOCIATION CRICKET CONTROL BOARD OF MALDIVES MYANMAR CRICKET FEDERATION CRICKET ASSOCIATION OF NEPAL OMAN CRICKET BOARD SAUDI CRICKET CENTRE SINGAPORE CRICKET ASSOCIATION THAILAND CRICKET ASSOCIATION EMIRATES CRICKET BOARD ACC on Facebook Picture courtesy Aric Tan Chief Executive Officer of the Afghanistan Cricket Board Dr. Aimal Shinwari, 30, is a young man in charge of a young sport in a country with a long-standing combative pedigree. Active in Afghan cricket since November 2009, he has spent his time studying and observing his cricketers, and as many as possible of those in the rest of the world. His goal: to keep Afghanistan cricket healthy on and off the field. He spoke to us in Dubai as his team qualified for the ICC World Twenty20 2010. "The Afghan cricket team is working tirelessly to make the Afghan nation proud" Are you a doctor of medicine or holder of a doctorate? I am a doctor, a physician with an interest in internal medicine. I graduated from Nangarhar University in Jalalabad, which is the ‘capital of cricket’ in Afghanistan. Are you still working as a doctor at present? No. I am working full-time with the ACB (Afghanistan Cricket Board). Picture courtesy Leslie Knott What is the current condition of Afghanistan? Over the past decades we were in bad circumstances after being occupied by the Russians and then by the Mujahideen and the Taliban. In these years some of the players and youngsters were obliged to leave their homes to go to Pakistan as refugees. Right now things are improving for us. The main source of players has come from Pakistan and they have played a lot of their early cricket there. Gradually they have returned home and are trying to improve cricket and so finally we are fortunate to be amongst the top cricketing nations. Why do you think Afghanistan, even though it has a common border with Pakistan, did not play cricket earlier? Earlier in Afghanistan if you inquire about the most popular game, it would be soccer. The others would be ‘buzkashi’ which is a local sport. But after a lot of people migrated and came back to Afghanistan, there were a lot of new sports. Cricket was very new and people had no idea about it but when the people went to Pakistan and India they learnt the game and came back here and spread it. The people realized it was a popular game worldwide and if we had a fundamental knowledge about it then we too would be successful in it. Therefore the game was registered with the government and with the Afghanistan’s Olympic body and the game was supported by the government after that. In the future we hope to be more successful. Is cricket seen as a Pakistani game? Cricket is most popular among those Afghans who have spent time in Pakistan yes, but it is the one sport in which Afghanistan is famous in the world and now almost all of the country knows about it. Next Page \| “Some parts are not working so we need to make it healthy again.” «Start Prev 1 2 3 Next End» ANNUAL REPORTS PHOTO GALLERIES LAWS OF CRICKET ACC DEVELOPMENT VIDEOS ICC ODI RANKINGS ICC ASSOCIATE AND AFFILIATE RANKINGS ICC T20 RANKINGS Copyright © Asian Cricket Council. All Rights Reserved. Email: thusith@asiancricket.org Tel: +971 58 6353263	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0021.json.gz/line45
__label__wiki	0.964462	0.964462	Matthias Habich Follow Matthias Habich Matthias Habich Quick Links Film RSS Matthias Habich Quick Links Film RSS Nowhere In Africa Review By Amit Asaravala The latest film from director Caroline Link follows a young Jewish family from Germany to Kenya as they flee the Nazi regime at the onset of World War II. Far from being yet another war epic, this adaptation of Stefanie Zweig's autobiographical novel deals primarily with the trials and triumphs of starting a new life in a foreign land. As young Regina (played by Lea Kurka and Karoline Eckertz) grows up in the company of the Pokot tribe, her parents Jettel (Juliane Köhler) and Walter (Merab Ninidze) must learn to cope with their waning love for one another and the fact that they may never see their families again. That the movie focuses mainly on the characters rather than the war gives this story its strength. Kurka and Eckertz both give skillful performances as Regina in her respective stages of adolescence. The character comes off as being not only blissfully innocent but fiercely intelligent. When the Pokot children teach her how to warm her feet in cow dung, or when she gathers everyone around for a story about angels, you can't help but wonder whether the tribe still talks about Stefanie Zweig so many years later. Likewise, when she debates with her tribal boyfriend about whether she should remove her blouse in order to more freely climb a tree (the way any Pokot teenager might do), we're presented with a clever example of culture clash. Continue reading: Nowhere In Africa Review Enemy At The Gates Review By Norm Schrager It's Stalingrad, late 1942. A young Russian sharpshooter is picking off Germans at will, bringing a much-needed lift to a demoralized Soviet army. The impatient Nazis send their top sniper to kill the man. A World War diminishes in scope to a battle of two. With such a promising plot, absolutely ripe for gutsy drama and emotion, why does Enemy at the Gates ultimately fail? First, and foremost, because of its screenplay. Director Jean-Jacques Annaud (Seven Years in Tibet, The Bear) and partner Alain Godard take a horrific true tale and sap it of its energy, irony, and tension. It starts off impressively enough: Russian soliders are immediately gunned down as they arrive in Stalingrad -- if not by the enemy, then by their own officers, who kill the boys when they retreat in terror. Vassily Zaitsev (Jude Law) becomes an instant hero when he plays dead, and in sniper fashion, shoots a number of unsuspecting Nazis. Continue reading: Enemy At The Gates Review Downfall Review By Nicholas Schager Is it possible to make a film about Hitler and his regime's final days without humanizing the Nazis? Oliver Hirschbiegel's Downfall (Der Untergang) proves to be a harrowing recreation of the Nazi elite's last stand trapped underground by the encroaching Red Army, but on the issue of depicting its notorious cast of characters - and the gangs all here, from Hitler and the Goebbells family to Himmler, Eva Braun, Albert Speer, and Hermann Fegelein - the film is unable to avoid sentimentalizing what is, for most of the modern world, a distinctly unsentimental moment in 20th century history. One can recognize the dramatic necessity of attempting to portray such monsters with more than a blunt brushstroke, and often, Hirschbiegel's impressively expansive drama (adapted by Bernd Eichinger from both Joachim Fest's Inside Hitler's Bunker and Traudl Junge and Melissa Müller's Until the Final Hour) eerily captures the hysterical, delusional fanaticism that gripped the Nazis - and Hitler in particular - up until the very end of April 1945. But if the sight of crying Nazis and "brave" SS soldiers is the price to be paid for such a riveting portrait, one must wonder if this well-intentioned enterprise - the first German-produced film to directly confront Hitler in nearly 50 years - doesn't sabotage its own portrait of the appalling empire's collapse. After a brief prologue that finds Hitler (Bruno Ganz) choosing Traudl Junge (Alexandra Maria Lara) - the woman who would later become the subject of the 2002 documentary Blind Spot: Hitler's Secretary - as his secretary, Hirschbiegel's film whisks us away to 1945 Berlin, where der Fuhrer and company are vainly attempting to keep the Aryan dream alive from a concrete bunker deep underneath the battle-ravaged city. Hitler remains convinced, against overwhelming evidence to the contrary, that the war remains winnable, and Ganz - an actor whose strength is usually found in contemplative silence - superbly brings the horrific fascist to maniacal life, balancing an exhausted, stooped posture and twitching left hand (always held behind his back) with sudden delusional tirades of mouth-frothing madness. Surrounded by increasingly cynical military officers, an unrepentant Hitler is agitated, desperate, and unable to relinquish the belief that his Nazi army will re-mobilize for a final, fatal strike against the Russians. Meanwhile, absurd and surreal last-gasp mini-dramas play out throughout the bunker, from Junge and her fellow secretary's attempts to remain optimistic and Albert Speer (Heino Ferch) and Heinrich Himmler's (Ulrich Noethen) eventual desertions to, most chillingly, Magda (Corinna Harfouch) and Joseph Goebbels' (Ulrich Matthes) plans to exterminate their six children should National Socialism crumble. Continue reading: Downfall Review By Rob Blackwelder For those not already versed in the lore of Adolf Hitler'sfinal days, the intimacy, immediacy and bunker-mentality minutia of "Downfall"may make for truly engrossing cinema. A detailed, historically accurateaccount that bears witness as the psychotic dreams of a 1,000-year ThirdReich slip away from its increasingly paranoid Fuehrer, this bravely matter-of-factGerman epic features uniformly powerful performances and is an eerie, vividrealization of gray-walled claustrophobia and the terror of saturationbombing. (The camera shakes in a uniquely unsettling, knock-you-off-your-bearingsway with each mortar shell.) The fantastic Bruno Ganz (best known in the US for "Wingsof Desire") plays Hitler with a broken kind of humanity that makeshis evil subtler than expected, but by extension all the more chilling.His senior staff is accounted for nearly every moment of the detailed film,but none of them stands out except Ulrich Matthes as psychotically loyalpropaganda minister Joseph Goebbels, and Corinna Harfouch as his wife.She has the film's most disturbing scene, poisoning her children to "save"them from growing up in a world without National Socialism. But while director Oliver Hirschbiegel ("DasExperiment") very effectively takes youdeep inside Nazi Germany's crumbling heart and brings many infamous momentsacutely to life, his film doesn't offer much in the way of new insight.The script is more of a textbook play-by-play than an examination of impulsesand psyches, and while the Hirschbiegel and his cast add those dimensionsthrough their fine work, it seems the only way he could invest the audiencein these events was by seeking out a sympathetic minor character -- inthe person of Hitler's young secretary, Traudl Junge (Alexandra Maria Lara)-- and beef up her significance. The first half-hour of "Enemy at the Gates" is a cinematically stunning, hyper-realistic battlefield nightmare that transports the viewer right into the heart of the Nazis' yearlong siege of Stalingrad during World War II. "Autumn, 1942," deplores the period-style voiceover as a shadow creeps across an illustrative map in an updated homage to old-timey war pictures. "Europe lies crushed under the Nazi jackboot..." German planes dive-bomb troop transports in an incredible attack sequence. Sweeping shots the color of mud and blood take in the scale of the besieged city's cold, yet smoldering ruins while Red Army officers recite threatening propaganda to masses of soldiers who would rather flee. Matthias Habich Movies Nowhere in Africa Movie Review The latest film from director Caroline Link follows a young Jewish family from Germany to... Enemy At The Gates Movie Review It's Stalingrad, late 1942. A young Russian sharpshooter is picking off Germans at will,... Downfall Movie Review For those not already versed in the lore of Adolf Hitler'sfinal days, the intimacy, immediacy... The first half-hour of "Enemy at the Gates" is a cinematically stunning, hyper-realistic battlefield nightmare...	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0021.json.gz/line46
__label__cc	0.672488	0.327512	Calvary Catholic Cemetery All Souls’ Day 2019 Photo Gallery Pray with us at Mass on All Souls’ Day Father Hugh’s Parable Mausoleum Building IV Makes Its Debut Changing of the Chaplaincy Farewell, Father Charles Leke Prayer and Patriotism Aplenty on Memorial Day The Month’s Mind Mass Family Thank Our Veterans in Prayer on Memorial Day The Bells of Calvary Catholic Cemetery The Order of Christian Funerals All Souls’ Day Mass 2015 Photo Gallery Bishop Robert N. Lynch bows in reverence toward the altar at the beginning of Mass on All Souls’ Day, November 2, 2015. It was perhaps one of the warmest November days of record at Calvary Catholic Cemetery, but that did not deter those who attended the 55th Annual Mass on All Souls’ Day. Nearly 300 of the faithful gathered beneath the shade of heritage oak trees and canvas canopies to praise God for the lives of deceased loved ones and pray for souls. We were especially blessed that the celebrant, Bishop Robert N. Lynch, included a request for a breeze in his morning prayers. For indeed there were gentle winds at times as the bishop and five priests celebrated Mass at the outdoor altar. Mass is celebrated at Calvary Catholic Cemetery twice each year at the outdoor altar on Memorial Day and All Souls’ Day. And a Month’s Mind Mass is celebrated on the last Thursday of every month in the Chapel of the Resurrection at 12:15 p.m. Alessandra Flanagan holds a flowerpot of mums that Franciscan Sister Rose Behrnard, asked her to place on the grave of her longtime friend, Father Roch Coogan, OFM. Father Coogan, who passed away on August 1, 2013, was a retired Air Force Chaplain and also was a chaplain at St. Anthony Hospital. The faithful join in the Opening Prayer at Mass on All Souls’ Day. Jo Greene, Assistant Music Director at the Cathedral of St. Jude the Apostle, leads the Psalm Response at Mass on All Souls’ Day at Calvary Catholic Cemetery. Carol Abate and Richard Phares listen to the reading of the Gospel during Mass on All Souls’ Day at Calvary Catholic Cemetery. While joining in the Prayer of the Faithful, Rose Stalikas holds a lone red rose she brought to place on the grave of her sister, Angela Stalikes, who passed away on July 27, 2015. The faithful pray the Lord’s Prayer at Mass on All Souls’s Day. Father Ralph Argentino, Director of Cemeteries for the Diocese of St. Petersburg, distributes the Eucharist. Bishop Robert N. Lynch and clergy pause for prayer at the graves of the priests who are buried alongside of the altar at Calvary Catholic Cemetery after Mass on All Souls’ Day. Aelred and Linda Lauth pause for prayer at the graves of some of the priests who are buried alongside of the outdoor altar at Calvary Catholic Cemetery. Father John Colgan was a friend of the Lauths, who have been parishioners at the Cathedral of St. Jude the Apostle for nearly 40 years. Eternal rest grant unto them, O Lord, and let your perpetual light shine upon them. May the souls of the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace. Amen. Photographs: Copyright 2015 Ed Foster Jr. © Copyright 2020 Calvary Catholic Cemetery. All Rights Reserved.	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0021.json.gz/line53
__label__wiki	0.815622	0.815622	San Jose = Cinderella? It's an age-old story, and one with even more meaning this time of year, with the NCAA tourney grabbing headlines. After a miserable start, the Scorpions are now window shopping for glass slippers and are one step away from the title. It's been a long haul for the squad, through the winding path of all wild card teams with big dreams. This was a team that almost punted after losing its first ten games of the season, and going 13-14 in April. Rumors had team star Carlos Pena on the trade blocks, but instead management saw opportunity despite the sluggish start to the year, and managed to trade for Mark DeRosa and Brandon Webb in order to make a stretch run. Webb went 7-2 after the trade, and carried the team to the playoffs while helping to save a somewhat beleaguered bullpen. In the WC round, the Scorpions matched up against a tough Meridian squad with a similar regular season record. In a seesaw game 1, Ryan Doumit came on against Meridian closer Matt Capps with San Jose down a run 6-5 and down to their last out with a man on base. Doumit came through in the clutch with a 2-run jack that sent the home fans into a frenzy. Game 2 saw Doumit continue his torrid regular season (1.053 OPS) by going 3 for 3 and DeRosa go 3 for 4 with 3 RBI to lead San Jose to a 2-0 series edge with a 6-3 win. After a Game 3 loss on the road where Vlad Guerrero smashed 2 homers for the Trojans, Roger "The Pincushion" Clemens tossed a complete game shutout and Josh Bard hit a PH 3-run homer to close out the series and advance San Jose to the Silver LDS round. In the LDS, San Jose squared off against a Montreal squad that finished a scant 1 game behind the Scorpions in the regular season. The Sunsets took game 1 in spectacular fashion, scoring 3 runs to erase a 5-3 deficit in the top of the 9th inning. Moises Alou went 2 for 3 with a HR and 3 RBI to lead the way, and the heretofore untouchable Manny Delcarmen took the loss. Game 2 saw the home team mount a furious rally in the bottom of the 9th, down 4-1, but we came up just short for a 4-3 final. Derek Lowe notched the “W” with 7 strong innings of work. The Scorpions then donned their road jerseys and made the trek to Montreal to try stop the Sunset steamroller. Game 3 featured a pitcher’s duel with Joe Blanton and Daisuke “Dice-K” Matsuzaka going toe to toe with neither starter giving an inch. In the top of the 9th, San Jose managed to eke out a run off the Montreal bullpen as pinch hitter Jayson Werth singled home the only score of the ballgame. Blanton lasted 8 innings and gave up just 5 hits and no walks. Delcarmen was back in form to close Montreal out in the 9th. In Game 4, the San Jose bats came to life in the 4th inning, putting up 6 runs against Sunsets starter Carlos Zambrano, and the team held on for a 7-3 victory. Webb went the distance in the win, and just like that, the series was even at two games apiece. In Game 5, the Sunsets took a 5-0 lead in the bottom of the 7th and held on for a 6-2 win, with Lowe once again providing 7 strong innings of work. DH Jonny Gomes drove in 3 runs on 2 hits to help the Montreal cause. With a 3-2 lead in games, the series went back to San Jose and the tension was palpable. In games 3 & 4 in Montreal, San Jose sparkplug Reggie Willits had been beaned in the 1st inning in each game and knocked out each time, and the Scorpions crowd was calling for retaliation on their home turf. That set the stage for an ugly game in every sense of the word. Sunset had struck first blood, and San Jose was down 5-1 in the 5th inning when Country Joe Blanton came high and tight to Macier Izturis, who couldn’t avoid the 91-mph heater and went down hard after it caught him on the earflap. The dugouts exchanged angry words and but Blanton managed to settle down and retire the side. In the bottom half of the inning, Chris Snyder was at the plate for San Jose with two men on when Chad Billingsley cut loose a fastball that hit Snyder square in the back. Both dugouts emptied, but after a huddle the umpiring crew determined that there could be no intent on Billingsley’s part to hit Snyder and therefore load the bases. A couple of singles cut the lead to 5-4 and chased Billingsley from the game, accompanied by catcalls from the partisan crowd. In the 6th inning, the Scorpions rallied for 4 runs on a gland slam by Carlos Pena to grab a 8-5 lead. San Jose would add 2 more in the 7th for a seemingly commanding 5-run margin at 10-5, but the bullpen almost gave the game away in the 9th as Montreal pushed 4 runs across the board before Delcarmen came in to put out the flames, and San Jose hung on for a 10-9 win to force a game 7. After the huge buildup, Game 7 turned into a laugher quickly as the home team scored almost at will against Dice K, putting up 9 runs in the 1st 4 innings of play. Pena, completely quiet in the series until his clout in Game 6, confirmed that he had found his power stroke by sending two more balls over the wall, good for 4 RBI on the day. Webb absolutely dominated from the mound, tossing a complete game shutout on 125 pitches, striking out 10 in the process & giving up just 4 hits & a walk, and San Jose moved on to the LCS with a convincing 12-0 win. In the LCS, San Jose was matched up against a Duluth-Superior squad that it had dominated during the regular season, winning all 7 games. But in the LCS, fond San Jose memories of the season sweep were quickly erased as the Dukes took the 1st two in San Jose. Albert Pujols and Erik Bedard starred for D-S in Game 1, a 6-2 win, and in Game 2 the Dukes scratched out a 3-2 win behind 3 innings and 6 Ks from their 2-headed bullpen monster of Joe Nathan and Mariano Rivera. Once again, the Scorpions needed some magic on the road, and Game 3 did not disappoint as WC hero Doumit and LDS hero Webb contributed epic performances. Doumit set the tone with a Grand Slam in the 1st, and he went on to pound the Dukes pitching for 3 hits, 2 dingers, and a jaw-dropping 7 RBI. Webb once again went the full distance, this time needing just 120 pitches, giving up 1 earned run and 7 hits on the day against 7 Ks. Game 4 was a back-and-forth battle that went to extra innings. In the 10th, pinch hitter Josh Hamilton hit an RBI single with the bases jammed that held up. Ryan Franklin got the win with 3 scoreless relief innings, and the series was tied at 2 games each. Game 5 was over quickly, as the Scorpions erupted for 5 runs in the 3rd and cruised to an easy 14-3 win. Mark Ellis was 3 for 3 with a Grand Slam and 5 RBI to lead the way for San Jose, and Blanton needed just 112 pitches to nail down the victory in a complete game effort. Game 6 was close throughout, and after Webb went 7+ strong innings, the San Jose bullpen came on to preserve a 5-3 win. Ellis and Hamilton chipped in 2 RBI each to lead the way for the home team, and the San Jose fans held a raucous postgame celebration on the field with their team as they completed the comeback series victory and claimed the Silver League crown. Now we await the outcome of the Gold League to see if the glass slipper might actually fit... Posted by Qksilver at 9:45 AM 0 Swings of the bat Links to this post Duluth-Superior Dukes Postseason Recap The Dukes first opponent was the Cream City Pirates. The Dukes got off to a fast start in Game 1 scoring 5 runs in the first three innings. Alex Rodriguez had a 2-run homer in the first to keep the home town crowd quiet for the rest of the game. Five pitchers combined to beat the Pirates with Nathan finishing the job and a 5-2 victory and Duluth-Superior taking a 1 game to none lead. Game 2 the Cream City Pirates dominated all game and whipped the Dukes 7-0. Shane Victorino was the star of the game as he went 3-4 and scoring 2 runs and knocking in one. Four Pirate pitchers combined for the shutout and Cream City and Duluth-Superior are tied at 1 game apiece. With the series ties 1-1, the Dukes were feeling pretty good playing the next three at home. Game 3 saw the Dukes start right away scoring 3 runs in the first. Alex Rodriguez went 3-5 and was one of three Dukes to drive in two runs. The others were Justin Morneau and Albert Pujols. Chris Young pitched a gem going 6 innings while only giving up one earned run. The big three Rodriguez, Morneau and Pujols each homered in the game. The Dukes won 6-5. Game 4 went to the Dukes to take a commanding 3 games to one lead in the series. Pirate pitcher Jeff Francis gave up seven walks in 3 and 2/3 innings pitched. Offensively, Michael Cuddyer came through with a bases clearing triple. Game 5 saw a low scoring 3-2 11 inning Pirate win, each starting pitcher went 7 2/3 innings. Dukes pitcher Eric Bedard struck out 11 batters while walking only one. Alex Rodriguez hit his 3rd homerun of the series. B.J. Upton was the difference as he hit a game winning homer in the top of the 11th, his second of the series. Game 6 in Cream City was another nail biter. The pitching matchup pitted Javier Vazquez and Rich Hill. Vazquez pitched in to the 8th on a two-hitter and striking out nine Cream City Batters. Rich Hill walked seven batters and was tagged with the loss. The Dukes went on to win game 6 and the series with a 2-1 score. Millar homered for the Dukes. The Dukes were on to meet up with the San Jose Scorpions. The Dukes were on the road again for games 1 and 2. Game 1 matched Eric Bedard and Barry Zito. Bedard pitched 6 strong innings striking out five batters. Bedard would be the winning pitcher as the Dukes outscored the Scorpions 4-2. Offensively the Dukes got big hits from Albert Pujols (2-4) knocking in three of the four runs scored. Scorpions’ Jimmy Rollins went 3-3 and two runs scored. In game 2, Javier Vazquez kept his strong postseason going, getting seven strikeouts and allowing only one earned run. Joe Blanton also pitched well for San Jose going six innings. The winning run was scored in the 7th inning as Rafael Furcal doubled and stole third. With Furcal on third, Juan Pierre delivered the game winning RBI single. The Dukes won game 2 by a score of 3-2 and had a commanding 2 games to none lead in the series with the series coming to Duluth-Superior for the next three games…..How could we lose? Game 3 saw the start of the Dukes bats go silent as the Dukes would only score 11 runs in the last four games. The Scorpions won game 3 by a score of 9-2. San Jose’s big hitter was Ryan Doumit hitting two homeruns, going 3-5 with 7 RBI. Others hitting homeruns were Willie Harris and Nate McLouth. Game 4 was a little closer but same result, San Jose wins outscoring Duluth-Superior 4-3 in 10 innings. Travis Hafner hit his first homerun of the series. In the top of the 10th, Carlos Pena walked, Hafner doubled him to third. Jimmy Rollins was intentionally walked to load up the bases. Josh Hamilton the singled in the eventual game winner. With the series now tied at two, the Dukes were feeling pretty down. Game 5 was a laugher and the San Jose bats really woke up torturing the Dukes inning after inning totaling 15 runs on 12 hits. Dukes pitchers allowed 8 walks and four hit batters. Joe Blanton went the distance for the Scorpions allowing only five hits while striking out six batters. Mark Ellis had a grand slam homerun to start off the slug fest. Game six capped off San Jose’s four game streak and end the series. San Jose won 5-3. The key at-bat was Josh Hamilton’s double in the fourth innings plating two runners. Winning pitcher Brandon Webb won his fourth game of the postseason. Webb finished the series with a 2.19 ERA. Some notable Dukes stats: Team Batting Average: .213 Homeruns (12 games): 10 Opp. Homeruns: 14 Stolen Bases: 14 Dukes batters hitting above .250: ONE-Alex Rodriguez Dukes batters K’s: 78 Dukes pitchers K’s: 113 Dukes' Dominance The Duluth-Superior Dukes find themselves in quite a quandary. A rough season or two may be in their future. After seasons of 112-50 in 2006-07 and 106-56 in 2007-2008, the Dukes were picked as preseason favorites to come out of the Silver League to challenge the Plainsfield team. The Dukes did win the Copper division but with only a 95-67 record. Consider the years their players have had in the “real” major leagues. We aren’t talking just run of the mill players but high dollar contract players saw a lot of time on the disabled list. Tim Hudson, $12.1M, pitched only 142 innings. Not all that bad one might say. The problem….of the four remaining starters totaling a little more than $28M, he has the most innings pitched. Chris Young, $1.2M, was signed to a U1 contract this year mainly because he is so injury prone, a broken nose, strained arm. He amassed a total of 102 innings. Brad Penny, $10M, he had to have pitched hurt all year. Penny pitched only 95 innings and his stats were horrible. 6.27 ERA and a 1.63 WHIP, striking out only 51 batters in those 95 innings. And then there is Erik Bedard, the one my real favorite team (Seattle Mariners) just had to trade for. His contract is $4.8M and I am going to get a whopping 81 innings out of him. He did strike out 72 batters though, so hopefully I will get quality there. Rafael Soriano was hurt most of the season too. Soriano was a huge part of the Duke bullpen this last year. One of the strong areas the Dukes have is their bullpen. “I knew if we had the lead after 6 innings and we turned it over to the bullpen, I knew we had the win,” manager Mike Swanson said. Soriano totaled 14 innings last year for the Braves. My injury bug does not stop there though. My offense was hit as well too. Rafael Furcal was able to get in 163 plate appearances before his season was done. My cost: $10.8M. He did hit well before the injury. His batting average is equal to that of his Dukes teammate (well teammate for now) .357. Another Duke to get injured was Mike Cuddyer. Cuddyer was released from his contract with the Dukes because of the shortage of money. Cuddyer was able to get 274 PA’s last year but not enough to warrant a long term contract from the Dukes. Other players that saw reduced playing time was Juan Pierre $10.5M. In his limited 397 PA’s he was able to steal 40 bases and still was unable to become a fulltime outfielder for the Dodgers. Tadahito Iguchi saw a reduction in playing time as well, which forced the Dukes to release him. The Dukes have only 20 players under contract before the free agency period and have only $2.7M to spend. Players like Justin Morneau, Albert Pujols and Alex Rodriguez may have to be traded to keep this team afloat.	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0021.json.gz/line56
__label__cc	0.629858	0.370142	Saint Leodegarius of Autun Leodegar Son of the nobles Bobilo and Saint Sigrada. Brother of Saint Gerinus. Raised in the court of King Clotaire II. Studied in Poitiers, France under the guidance of his uncle, the bishop of Poitiers. Deacon in Poitiers, working in diocesan administration. Priest. Monk at Maxentius Abbey in 650. Abbot in 651, a position he held for six years during which he placed the abbey under the Benedictine Rule. Advisor to Queen Saint Bathild, and tutor to her children, in 656. Reforming bishop of Autun in 663. Fought Manichaeism, reformed the secular clergy, enforced discipline in religious houses, adopted the Creed of Saint Athanasius, and stressed the administration of the sacraments, especially baptism. His work, and his support of Childeric over Ebroin for the throne, incurred the anger of many powerful entrenched rulers and groups. Exiled to Luxeuil, France in 675, he returned to Autun at the request of Theodoric III after the death of Childeric. When the city was attacked, Leodegarius arranged a surrender to avoid the Autun‘s destruction. He fell into the hands of Ebroin, was blinded, his lips cut off, and his tongue pulled out. Some time later this same Ebroin accused him of instigating the murder of Childeric, had him imprisoned for two years at Fecamp monastery in Normandy, regularly tortured, crippled, and finally executed. c.616 murdered in 678 in the woods near Sarcing, Somme, France relics translated to the abbey of Saint Maxentius in 782 relics later translated to Rennes, and then to Ebreuil, which was renamed Saint-Leger relics later translated to the cathedral of Autun and to Soissons, France man having his eyes bored out with a gimlet bishop holding a gimlet bishop holding a hook with two prongs against blindness against eye problems against sore eyes Autun, France Guebwiller, France Murbach, France Wessobrunn, Germany Lives of the Saints, by Father Francis Xavier Weninger Patron Saints of the English Church John Dillon Katherine Rabenstein Martirologio Romano, 2005 edition “Saint Leodegarius of Autun“. CatholicSaints.Info. 4 February 2019. Web. 19 January 2020. <>	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0021.json.gz/line61
__label__wiki	0.629058	0.629058	5 Other Great Games @ Gamescom 2015 Though Gamescom was filled with a few press conferences, other trailers were showcased at the event away from the expensive cameras and massive stages. The games shown outside of press conferences were arguably more impressive than what was showed on stage, and many of these trailers serve as a final teases of what's to come rather shortly. So, in a bid to not let you pass by any of these awesome upcoming games, here's a final rundown of the Gamescom trailers/gameplay you might not have seen. After starting the legendary series back in 1987, Hideo Kojima's final Metal Gear Solid game is almost upon us. Though he was recently shat on by Konami and literally cast aside, his final masterpiece looks like it's still intact. For many of us this is the end to a very long road, but it certainly looks like one that's worth taking. Featuring an open-world like nothing we've seen before, classic Metal Gear Solid game mechanics re-jigged for a new generation and core gameplay that looks truly astounding, I think Kojima may finally better his current masterpiece, Metal Gear Solid 3: Snake Eater. My body is ready. Some gamers enjoy punishment, and when it comes to punishment Dark Souls 3 is the granddaddy of pain. The new game, much like Dark Souls 2 and Dark Souls before that, blends the beautiful with the monstrous to a near perfect effect. Despite the world being a truly dark place, it's one that I'm already dying to get back into. Though it's hard to say what it has changed since Dark Souls 2 (and possibly learned from Bloodborne), it at least retains the mood and atmosphere that us Dark Souls fans crave. It seems like we've been waiting forever for Final Fantasy XV, but there isn't much longer to wait now. After playing the demo on the Playstation 4 not too long ago, I was blown away by how the Final Fantasy series so easily gelled with the open-world genre. This latest short chunk of gameplay reveals the return of the classic Final Fantasy foe, the Malboro; the toxic green plant that is best avoided. I guess no one told these guys though, as the Malboro literally kicks their asses. My hype levels couldn't be high enough for Final Fantasy XV. Does anyone remember B.C, the cancelled Xbox game from way back when? Google it. Since its demise I've always wanted something that looked like it used B.C as a jumping off point. Perhaps the developers will disagree with me here, but ARK: Survival Evolved looks to be directly, or indirectly, influenced by B.C. It's a open-world survival game that gives you the chance to explore a vast and diverse world, build your own structures, plant and grow crops, tame and ride dinosaurs and use a whole array of customized weapons. It looks like if B.C and Minecraft had a baby, and though it certainly won't get the attention as the other games on our list, it's a game I'm dying to play. Bring it on. Since playing the first game yonks ago on the PC, I've been a pretty big fan of this series. Though I don't think Mafia 2 reached the heights that the original did, it was a fun game that resurrected a series I thought was long dead. Now, after 5 years since Mafia 2 was released, Mafia 3 has been announced. This time taking place in New Orleans in the late 60's, Mafia 3 puts you in the shoes of Lincoln Clay, a Vietnam veteran, with the mafia themselves being the antagonists directly from the outset. With a few people by his side to help including Mafia 2 protagonist Vito Scaletta, Lincoln wants to take back his city from the ever growing mafia presence that is slowly corrupting everything. Get your daily CeX at Google+ Instagram Twitter YouTube Facebook Posted by ips@CeX at 13:37 Labels: 2015, Australia, Gamescom, gaming, India, Ireland, UK, USA CeX enters the e-sports arena! CeX @ MCM Dublin Comic Con 2015 The Water Diviner Garfield Kart The SpongeBob Movie: Sponge out of Water Get Hard Robot Overlords Hell on Wheels: Season 4 Dead Rising: Watchtower Listen Up Philip A Pigeon Sat on a Branch Reflecting on Existence Paddington: Adventures in London Don’t create a humanconsolipede! Activision @ Gamescom 2015 EA @ Gamescom 2015 The Tale of the Princess Kaguya Microsoft @ Gamescom 2015 The Woman in Black: Angel of Death The Admiral: Roaring Currents Wild Tales	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0021.json.gz/line83
__label__wiki	0.778788	0.778788	Helton agrees to two-year contract extension By Troy E. Renck National League, Todd Helton TUCSON — Todd Helton has agreed to a two-year, $9.9-million extension taking him through 2013, and in all likelihood, allowing him to retire as a Rockie. As part of the contract, Helton will defer $13.1 million beginning next season, which gives the Rockies tremendous flexibility. Helton’s current contract was scheduled to end at the end of next season. The five-time National League All-Star also agreed to defer a portion of his contract over a 10-year period beginning in 2014. Helton will make $4.9 million in 2012 and $5 million in 2013. He was scheduled to make $19.1 million in 2011. As part of this new deal, he will get $10.6 million — a $6 million salary and the $4.7 signing bonus which is essentially the conversion of the buyout of his old contract. So it saves the Rockies $8.4 million on next year’s payroll. 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__label__wiki	0.980469	0.980469	Gessler finally gets outside work Attorney General John Suthers, Colorado Secretary of State Scott Gessler [media-credit name=”John Prieto” align=”alignright” width=”275″] [/media-credit] Gessler: Ready to teach Secretary of State Scott Gessler, who sidelined plans to moonlight for his old law firm after widespread criticism about conflicts of interest, says he’s found a gig that won’t pose an ethical dilemma. “I’m going to be teaching an election law class at DU,” Gessler said today. It’s a three credit-hour class that will require him to teach two, 75 minute classes a week this fall at the University of Denver, Gessler said. “I’m doing it as much as anything to stay sharp on election law,” he said, adding, “So much of what I do now is policy-oriented and less about the law.” Gessler said he is also in discussions with the University of Colorado-Boulder to teach a workshop on redistricting this fall. The Republican, who defeated incumbent Democrat Bernie Buescher in November, said he expected to earn “several thousand dollars” from the two classes. Gessler said he’s previously taught law classes at CU. Attorney General John Suthers also teaches law part time at the University of Denver and the University of Colorado at Colorado Springs. Gessler, who earns $68,500 a year, in January said his salary was a huge drop in earnings compared to what he made as an elections law attorney for Hackstaff Gessler and said he would be working part-time for his old law firm, now Hackstaff Law Group. That immediately brought criticism over conflicts of interest, since Hackstaff would have cases before the secretary of state’s office. Gessler said he would not personally do any legal work on the firm’s elections law cases cases and as secretary of state would treat them like any others. But after weeks of criticism, he dropped the idea. Still, Gessler said today that the “income issues have not gone away” and he is still considering doing outside legal work for other firms. Gessler previously has said it would be “problematic” if he had to reveal the names of legal clients, though he said he was prepared to do that if he’d worked for his old firm. Categories: Colorado Legislature, Colorado Politics Beam me up? KHOW’s Peter Boyles endorses Jeff Peckman for Denver mayor Former Gunnison lawmaker wants independent voice drawing boundaries This sounds like a fine compromise. Public officials can earn extra money by teaching, and avoid the obvious conflicts of interest that would arise from doing business with their own government clients. Teaching one’s expertise at local colleges is certainly a time-honored tradition, in the mold of AG John Suthers, or former State Senator for Illinois Barack Obama. I am still concerned about this notion that Mr Gessler is “still considering doing outside legal work for other firms.” Doesn’t he get it? You cannot start legally taking the payoffs until after you LEAVE public service. My simple rule is: If Mr Gessler still insists on doing outside legal work for election law firms while wearing the Secretary of State hat, and actually does it, then impeach him. Comment by DenverGetItRight — April 26, 2011 @ 1:07 pm	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0021.json.gz/line88
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__label__cc	0.684363	0.315637	New Rules of War Thread: New Rules of War Take a look. The article uses very poor evidence to make some not very good points, thus loosing the good points that may have been made. Anyone wants to defend the use of history or facts here, I'm all ears. thus loosing the good points that may have been made. Are you being kind here Wilf, are do you genuinely see some good points in this? I'm normally very cautious of trashing someone's work without reflection and secondary sources/ opinions to put it into perspective (or, from another perspective, I'm an easily persuaded sell-out...) However I failed to see anything of relevance or utility here at all. Rule 2: Finding is the new flanking is flawed, albeit the least flawed of the three. If you can't find the enemy then flanking, attacking by fire or even an all-out up-the-guts assault will simply not be possible. As to portraying 'finding' rising to prominence over the 'strike, exploit' (the flank) I'd suggest this is rather a part of fighting an enemy who seeks to employ guerrilla/ unconventional tactics. Alexander's forces in Bactria would empathise with the difficulty in finding an enemy who seeks to avoid pitched battle - and history could provide countless more examples. If the author wanted to say that finding the enemy in the COE/ any COIN-type undertaking is more important as a tactical function than striking him then I would agree. We enjoy a huge advantage in terms of technology and firepower (most counter-insurgents do) so delivering death and destruction isn't the problem, but finding him is. But to portray a grand narrative of battle whereby flanking was once being a dominant form of manoeuvre and is now replaced by that of finding? Uh, no. Rule 1: "Many and Small" Beats "Few and Large." Nice idea I'd like to subscribe to, but god does tend to be on the sides of the big battalions that are backed by overwhelming firepower supported by solid doctrine and led by competent leaders... all of which is outside the simplistic rendering of the above. After all, a big battalion can split into the 'small and many' when required. Rule 3 - Swarming is the New Surging I'll admit that I struggle to create a solid argument against the concept of swarming, but it has always struck me as being infeasible. My gut feeling is that swarm tactics lack operational mobility once deployed, they are too difficult to resupply/ their logistic chain is simultaneously too fragile and too inefficient and the individual part of the swarm is too easily suppressed, fixed and defeated in detail by a competent enemy. As to the concept of netwar, I don't think too much needs to be said as I doubt anyone will argue in support of it. At the practical level I see it as inevitable that increased technology will be pushed down to the lowest level. I hate the term 'Network Centric Warfare' as it seems to replace the concept of warfare with the concept of a network - better perhaps is work towards a 'Warfare Centric Network'. Much like the concept of recon pull/ push we need to think of technology as being a network push, not a network pull. The core concepts of close combat won't dramatically change, so best support the core combat functions as we know them rather than trying to change. In my capacity as a student of war/history, I'm seeing military progress as evolution rather than revolution. Along with that reading comes the caveat that anyone peddling revolution or the silver bullet ought to be treated with great suspicion. Last edited by Chris jM; 02-25-2010 at 08:43 AM. Reason: fixing poor sentence construction Originally Posted by Chris jM Are you being kind here Wilf, are do you genuinely see some good points in this? Thus my statement, "thus loosing the good points that may have been made." Finding is good. Always has been. = Good. Nothing to do with flanking. Flanking fulfils a completely and utterly different function, which is found in "Fixing." = Does not understand the Core Functions, thus undermines his understanding that Finding is good. He merely states it, and does not demonstrate he understand why. - and this is the high point!! The author wasn't accurate in his use of military terms and examples. The level of thought is nevertheless above average. I should have worded my question better - do you see any good points being able to arise from this? Not only are the 'rules' nonsense, the premise and reasoning on which they are founded is flawed. And Fuchs, where is the level of thought above average? I fail to see any indications of above average thought. Claiming that it's original thinking I can agree with, but as to the quality of thought? Last edited by Chris jM; 02-25-2010 at 10:21 AM. Most articles on military matters are quite devoid of thought, the bar "average" is quite low. Most military writing is about technicalities and superficial stuff. In fact, about 90% of military writing should be considered to be poorly done PR texting. I concur. It was a massive missed opportunity. There are some really critical debates to be had, but the US (and pretty much the UK) seem incapable conducting it in a useful way. Why that is might also be worth asking! The best effect of such texts is to push readers into new territory. Some readers may feel compelled to look up "swarming" for their first time, for example. (Swarming works under the condition of superior elusiveness of the swarming parties; see sub wolfpacks in '40-'42, Parthian light cavalry.) Tukhachevskii Regarding Arquilla's "Rule No. 1" this statement irks me no end: "This was the case during the Vietnam War, too, when the prevailing military organizational structure of the 1960s -- not much different from today's -- drove decision-makers to pursue a big-unit war against a large number of very small insurgent units. The final result: 500,000-plus troops deployed, countless billions spent, and a war lost. The iconic images were the insurgents' AK-47 individual assault rifles, of which there were hundreds of thousands in use at any moment, juxtaposed against the U.S. Air Force's B-52s, of which just a hundred or so massed together in fruitless attempts to bomb Hanoi into submission". This statement neither proves that smaller and more numerous is better than larger and fewer nor does it provide evidence of the need for a paradigm shift in the organisation of armies. Why? The US Army in Vietnam fought numerous engagements with both the NVA and the Viet Cong both of which were organised and fought differently (the former as conventional units fighting "set-piece" battles and the latter as "insurgents"). Yet, in all cases the US Army and USMC fought succesful engagements (take the battle of Hue city for instane or the Tet Offensive). Both the US Army and the USMC adapted their units to fit METT-T considerations without needing to tweek TOEs (take the firebase concept for instance). The reasons for the US "losing" the war (when in fact they actually lost the peace, or rather, South Vietnam did) were geopolitical, grand strategic and domestic with regards to the overly restrictive ROE imposed on the forces by both Congress and the President and were not solely due to the armed forces having failed to "transform". The author is not deploying a ceteris paribus (all things being equal) chain of reasoning. Furthermore, he later compares the forward deployment of platoon sized units in conjunction with allied tribes in Iraq as evidence of the force-multipling effects of "networked" systems after mentinong the surge, the surge, firthermore, which was finally responsibile for beinging order I might add. I don't know what particular axe Arquilla has to grind or from which corporation he recieves his consultants cheque but this article, IMO, made even William Lind's turgid "4th Generation Warfare" article seem like an exercise in historical erudition. Last edited by Tukhachevskii; 02-25-2010 at 11:01 AM. J Wolfsberger I got as far as page three, and read this: "For many centuries, legionary maniples (Latin for "handfuls") marched out -- in their flexible checkerboard formations -- and beat the massive, balky phalanxes of traditional foes, while dealing just as skillfully with loose bands of tribal fighters." So, that explains the stunning Roman victory at Teutoburger Wald. Oh, wait ... Poor mastery of history, poorly reasoned, not much use. John Wolfsberger, Jr. An unruffled person with some useful skills. Originally Posted by Fuchs So what is "Swarming." Wolfpacks, moved dispersed then massed on command, often directed by aerial reconnaissance. The answer to Wolfpacks was convoys - again massing. Mongols did not "swarm." Nor did Panzer Regiments. I keep hearing about Swarming, but no one actually seems to know what it is. If it just means simultaneous attacks from multiple directions, then its hardly a useful characterisation. marct Originally Posted by Tukhachevskii I don't know what particular axe Arquilla has to grind or from which corporation he recieves his consultants cheque but this article, IMO, made even William Lind's turgid "4th Generation Warfare" article seem like an exercise in historical erudition. What truly got my goat was this statement Then again, perhaps the best example of a many-and-small military that worked against foes of all sizes was the Roman legion. For many centuries, legionary maniples (Latin for "handfuls") marched out -- in their flexible checkerboard formations -- and beat the massive, balky phalanxes of traditional foes, while dealing just as skillfully with loose bands of tribal fighters. [rant] Sure, maniples were a key tactical unit: as part of a cohort. In no Roman campaigns I'm aware of were maniples used as a basic unit separate from their cohorts. Cohorts, along with ala, would be detached for independent operations, but not maniples. And if he wants an example of ancient "swarming", and how effective it was, he should take a look at the final battle of the Boadicean revolt! And, as far as those "flexible checkerboard formations" are concerned, he really should consider that tactics are effected by technology as, for example, when my ancestors stomped the legions at Adrianople. As for the Teutonberg Wald, well, what can I say? It's all the fault of that nasty Arminius (aka Herman) who was waging an unconventional campaign ! [/rant] Honestly, there are a few good ideas in the article but, to my mind at least, they are buried in an overpowering morass of poor historical scholarship and an even poorer ability to abstract the essential factors. For example, as Wilf quite correctly points out, "finding" has always been important (ask Arminius !). Smaller units and increased segmentation can work and be incredibly effective, but they are dependent upon the technologies involved, especially the defensive, mobility and logistics technologies, and the use to which they are put. Sic Bisquitus Disintegrat... Marc W.D. Tyrrell, Ph.D. Institute of Interdisciplinary Studies, Senior Research Fellow, The Canadian Centre for Intelligence and Security Studies, NPSIA http://marctyrrell.com/ A RAND study pretty much defined the stuff about a decade ago. You're wrong. Wolfpacks were the answer to convoys, not the other way around. Convoys were the answer to individual subs in 1917. Wolfpacks were quite complicated. Aerial recce played a minor role, there were never more than two aerial recce squadrons with sufficient range available and their aircraft were quite suboptimal. First Phase: Establish a screening line till one sub gets in contact with a convoy (that enough subs can intercept in time). Second Phase: One sub gets into contact and keeps in contact, shadows the convoy and radios its position and movement. A central station receives the radio message and transmits necessary info, not the least to make sure that every sub gets the message with minimum radiation from the shadowing sub. Third Phase: The subs of the wolfpack move into position and attack all in the same night, from different directions if possible at almost the same time. This was a saturation approach to overcome the defences. Fourth Phase: Convoy still being shadowed, subs regroup for an attack another night, proceed to phase 3 again. It's vastly different from the more understood tactics of battlefleets and army units/formations from battalion up to corps (the big arrows on maps). This vast difference easily justifies that earlier authors chose to attach an own label to this behaviour. Conventional tactics don't include an all-round pulse attack - not even during the annihilation of a pocket. The German army would never have developed wolfpack tactics - their mode of attack was too much opposed to the Schwerpunkt idea. The difference is huge. @marct: "Finding" was no key issue in the Teutoburg Forest battle. Enemy identification was the key issue for the Romans, logistics & politics for the Germans. Hi Fuchs, Hmmm, I would include "enemy identification" under the heading "finding" myself, as in finding the moles . And I agree, for the Germans it was definitely politics and logistics. Cool! Where? So the response to Wolfpacks was to STAY in Convoys, not disperse. One sub gets into contact and keeps in contact, shadows the convoy .... The subs of the wolfpack move into position and attack all in the same night, from different directions if possible at almost the same time.... Convoy still being shadowed, subs regroup for an attack another night.... OK, how does that qualify as "Swarming?" Did the Kriegsmarine ever call it swarming? Sounds like U-boat specific "Wolfpack," to me. So who else has used "Swarming" tactics? http://www.rand.org/pubs/documented_briefings/DB311/ My position is that RAND pretty much defined this term for military theory by publishing that work. That was a legitimate move because they identified a group of tactics that were sufficiently different from more common tactics to deserve a group name. edit: Slightly related text http://redteamjournal.com/2009/12/interposing-tactics/ Not really. The response to wolfpack tactics was a huge set of efforts. - dispersed aerial sub hunter patrols over the whole ocean - suppressing the shadowing by pressing the subs below water using carrier-borne aerial cover for the convoy - sub hunter groups (equivalent of combat air patrols) near their bases - naval minelaying (especially in training areas and coastal regions) - bombardment of bases, shipyards and industry - more escorts per convoy - more efficient convoys (area of a square grows faster than its borders - bigger convoy allows for more freighters per escort) - technological innovation - intelligence efforts - industrial effort (a much, much larger ship production output) ...and of course a higher tolerance for losses than some 'experts' had expected. Ken White J.F.C. Fuller lives... Swarming and Checkerboards. They crop up every few years, are touted as the Holy Grail and fail miserably in application far more often than not. Those who tout the techniques -- and the net centric stuff-- invariably are theorists who will have no responsibility for executing but cite a success or two and rarely mention the many failures of their recommended techniques. What most miss is the human dimension. Too many leaders are not up to the theoretical level of performance. A good example is the above mentioned Viet Nam experience that Tukhachevskii posted: "This was the case during the Vietnam War, too, when the prevailing military organizational structure of the 1960s -- not much different from today's -- drove decision-makers to pursue a big-unit war against a large number of very small insurgent units..." The good Perfesser fails to note -- or notice -- that the Organization was totally capable of morphing into small units and Checkerboarding and many units did just that and did it successfully but USARV / MACV did not do so in toto because the leadership and the too powerful Staffs at high echelons were comprised of people whose experience was predominately in northwestern Europe and thus they tried to force the fight in the paddies to be conducted the same way they would have on the north German plain. The theories espoused in the article are not totally wrong but most will fail in combat application due to personnel quality. People are the problem Actually, training people is the problem. Well trained people and units will be able to shift gears and fight as required. The sharp and well trained will do what MarcT said, send out Cohorts for independent operations as required. His summary of the good and bad in the article is on target, not least in this: (ask Arminius !) ....so basically enhancing and supporting the convoy system? No convoys, no point. I think the question could be, did the Wolfpacks require a disproportionate allocation of resources to defeat, balanced by was the Wolfpack the best use of the U-boat - which I do not think it was! Originally Posted by Ken White Swarming and Checkerboards. They crop up every few years, are touted as the Holy Grail and fail miserably in application far more often than not. I remember reading some years back, that a science becomes a science when it drops static typologies and looks at change over time. Swarming, checkerboards, etc - any tactic really - can work if the factors limiting the situation are right. No tactic, however, is a Holy Grail; they will all fail if the situational limits are against them. Those who tout the techniques -- and the net centric stuff-- invariably are theorists who will have no responsibility for executing but cite a success or two and rarely mention the many failures of their recommended techniques. Hey, I resemble that remark ! More seriously, cherry picking historical examples of the success of a tactic (or strategy) is fine as long as it is designed to highlight the limiting factors. Unfortunately, the author in this article appears to be doing it for another reason. Swarming, as a tactic, seems to work best when there is limited capability for opponent identification and when immediately available defensive technologies can be breached quickly. It also seems to work really nicely when you have both of those conditions and the aim is actually to attack in some other area, usually moral via logistics (i.e. force the non-swarming group to invest heavily in infrastructure and logistical support). Probably the classic campaign along these lines, which, BTW, Arquilla does not mention, was Crassus' expedition against the Parthians. Yup! That is the lesson he should have drawn from the legions. Quick Navigation TRADOC Senior Leaders Conference Top	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0021.json.gz/line100
__label__wiki	0.982429	0.982429	Home / UnWed / UnWed Edit UnWed Debut New Song and Announce Shows UnWed recently announced their debut LP, Raise the Kids (out April 14th via 6131 Records) and now the band has returned with a new track and set of shows around the release. The band, consisting of Neltie, Arty Shepherd, Jason Black, Matthew Kane, and Jeff Gensterblum, has also unveiled a track from the album (see Revolver debut).... Listen/Post "Raise the Kids" Although their members have made names for themselves for nearly 20 years in other musical endeavors, Brooklyn New York's UnWed reaches far beyond anything in their combined history. Instead, the band bring their punk and indie roots to the table, amalgamating these influences with more traditionally heavy rock elements to create their unique sound. Add to the mix vocals provided by their powerful female singer and the overall result is undeniably interesting. Following the release of their debut EP via No Idea Records, UnWed set out to write and record their first proper full length. The quintet teamed with an accomplished group of engineers, including Paul Leavitt, Ryan Jones, Brian McTernan, Will Beasley, and Travis Bacon, each with considerable resumes of their own. The end result, entitled Raise The Kids, captures a band bridging the gaps between hard rock, anthemic punk, and alternative with splendid precision. UnWed Shows April 17th: Lansing, MI - Mac's April 18th: Chicago, IL - Reggie's April 19th: Pittsburgh, PA - Mr Roboto April 30th: Brooklyn, NY - St Vitus (w/ As Friends Rust) May 2nd: Boston, MA - TT The Bear's Place --- More at UnRatedMagazine.com \|	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0021.json.gz/line106
__label__wiki	0.733984	0.733984	Stop Shackling Pregnant Women in Maryland Statement of Opposition Sign On to the Campaign! Home » 2014 » February Governor Pledges to End Shackling of Pregnant Women in Massachusetts According to Rachel Roth’s post in Mom’s Rising today, Massachusetts Governor Deval Patrick announced plans to issue emergency regulations to put a stop to the shackling of pregnant women in labor. “Regulation is good but here law would be better,” the governor said. Pledging his support, Governor Patrick added, “I urge the Legislature to send [a bill] to my desk for signature this session.” That bill, S. 2012, just reported out of the Public Safety Committee, provides broader protection than the emergency regulations. The bill has two aims: to set standards on medical care for pregnant women in jail and prison and to set clear limits on shackling. The bill includes these important provisions: nutrition and prenatal vitamins prenatal and postpartum care some measure of privacy for women during physical examinations, labor, and childbirth absolutely no restraints during labor and childbirth, or during transportation to a hospital for “labor symptoms” no restraints during the postpartum period in the hospital without “extraordinary circumstances” bans on leg irons and waist chains after the first trimester handcuffs in the front, not behind someone’s back, after the first trimester, and only in “extraordinary circumstances” Read more: http://www.momsrising.org/blog/governor-pledges-to-end-shackling-of-pregnant-women-in-massachusetts-emergency-rules-to-be-issued-until-legislature-takes-action/#ixzz2vEKv6iNh LSPC No More Shackles Report: Progress in California Legal Services for Prisoners with Children (LSPC) released its report, “No More Shackles: A report on the written policies of California’s counties under the new law that limits the use of restraints on pregnant prisoners.” In 2012, LSPC worked with Assembly Majority Leader Toni Atkins to enact legislation that prohibits the most dangerous forms of restraint from being used on any pregnant incarcerated woman (Penal Code §3407). This new law bans leg irons, waist chains, and handcuffs behind the back, and Governor Brown signed it September 28, 2012. In March 2013, LSPC embarked on a project to determine whether all 58 California counties had written new policies on the shackling of pregnant prisoners to comply with the 2012 legislation. The report explains the new statute, describes LSPC’s efforts to obtain documentation from the counties, outlines our findings, and makes recommendations for additional legislation, regulation, and research. The report verifies that 21 counties have policies in total compliance with the law. However, they are concerned that almost two-thirds of the counties in California, 34 of 58, still have written policies that do not fully comply with the law one year after it went into effect. Health Births for Incarcerated Women Becomes Law! Celebrating Success with our Allies in Massachusetts Maryland Law Banning Shackling Within Reach And Other States To Follow UNANIMOUS Maryland House and Senate Vote On HB 27! Next Stop: The Governor’s Desk! UMBC WILL	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0021.json.gz/line113
__label__wiki	0.54873	0.54873	AWESOME: Union Front Group Got Taxpayer Funds From Department of Labor to Push Minimum Wage Hikes Guest post by Eric Boehm The U.S. Department of Labor handed over $275,000 in taxpayer-funded grants in 2009 to an organization that claimed to be a charitable nonprofit with tax-exempt status from the Internal Revenue Service. But that organization was not officially certified as a 501(c)3 charitable nonprofit until 2010, documents show. The Restaurant Opportunity Center, or ROC-United, a national organization working to raise the minimum wage and improve working conditions for restaurant workers by combing the labor organizing muscle of powerful unions with Occupy Wall Street protest tactics, got the grant anyway. The group is organizing several high profile events this week to highlight the $2.17 national minimum wage for tipped workers. In the 2009 grant application, ROC United submitted a letter to the Department of Labor that showed the IRS had granted tax exempt status to ROC New York — an affiliated but legally separate organization — even though the $275,000 grant would flow to ROC United. The department was either fooled by the application or didn’t check it closely enough. Either way, ROC was awarded the grant through the Susan Harwood Grant Program, which is supposed to be limited to 501(c)3 charitable nonprofits, a status not granted to ROC United until June 2010. “This is also further reason why ROC should not be receiving taxpayer funds. ROC takes taxpayer money, then turns around and lobbies Congress and pushes labor-backed initiatives across the country,” said Mike Paranzino, communications director for ROC Exposed, a political nonprofit that obtained the 2009 grant application via a Freedom of Information request. Documents obtained by ROC Exposed show that when ROC United applied for the federal grant in August 2009, the group was in the midst of a back-and-forth battle with the IRS over its tax status. On the application, ROC United claimed to be a “nonprofit with 501(c)3 status.” But six months later, in February 2010, lawyers representing ROC United were still haggling with the IRS over the organization’s status, and indicated in a letter that the IRS hadn’t granted ROC United official 501(c)3 status. By that time, the grant records show, federal cash was already flowing to the organization. A spokesman for the department didn’t respond to a request from Watchdog.org seeking information about the grant application and whether it could be reviewed five years after it was approved. The department also didn’t respond when asked if there could be penalties imposed for grants that were obtained with inaccurate application information. ROC United didn’t return calls for comment. When the Labor Department announced the grants in 2009, the award given to ROC United was supposed to “provide training to small restaurant employers” and to develop “local health and safety committees for ongoing workers and employers.” The grant said ROC United would provide training to 50 restaurants and an estimated 2,000 workers in Chicago, New York, Detroit, Los Angeles, Miami and Washington, D.C. Since 2009, affiliates of ROC United have sprung up in each of those cities. But training workers on safety issues is hardly the organization’s primary purpose. Founded after 9/11 to help restaurant workers displaced from their jobs in lower Manhattan, ROC has morphed into a national organization with branches in most major cities. The organization’s goal is “to improve wages and working conditions for the nation’s restaurant workforce,” according to its website, which brags about ROC’s role in several states’ recent decisions to raise the minimum wage. The organization has helped organize protests against several restaurant chains and is helping promote protests on Thursday — February 13, a date meant to draw attention to the $2.13 per hour wage for tipped workers — around the country. The group joined U.S. Sen. Sherrod Brown, D-Ohio, on Wednesday for a conference call urging an increase to the national minimum wage, and ROC United bragged on its Facebook page about being at the White House for an event focusing on the minimum wage. The group has slowly gained more influence with the Labor Department since that initial 2009 grant, regardless of whether the grant was obtained properly. In 2011, the department announced an “alliance” with ROC to promote workplace safety. Its success has caught the eye of major unions, who see service sector employees as a new frontier in labor organization. “All over America, workers are organizing in all kinds of ways, and they call their unity by all kinds of names — workers’ unions, associations, centers, networks,” said AFL-CIO president Richard Trumka in September, praising ROC United’s executive director Saru Jayaraman for her role in organizing restaurant workers. While ROC United puts pressure on restaurants to increase wages, Congress might soon put pressure on them. Two years ago, the House Oversight Committee caught wind of the 2009 grant application and the seemingly inaccurate representation of the group’s tax exempt status. In a letter to the Labor Department, committee chairman Rep. Darrell Issa, R-Calif., asked for information about that questionable 2009 grant and why it was awarded when the organization wasn’t yet recognized by the IRS as a nonprofit. “ROC’s history of intimidation towards opponents and management problems with its own restaurant raises significant questions about why DOL decided to form an alliance with and provide federal funding to the organization,” Issa wrote. The grant is one of six taxpayer-funded grants ROC has received from the federal government — the other five came from the U.S. Department of Health, federal records show — totaling more than $1 million. Caitlin Carroll, spokeswoman for the House Oversight Committee, said lawmakers and staff are currently reviewing additional materials received from the Labor Department concerning the issues raised in the July 2012 letter. Boehm is a reporter for Watchdog.org and can be reached at EBoehm@Watchdog.org. Follow @WatchdogOrg and @EricBoehm87 on Twitter for more. 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__label__cc	0.541703	0.458297	The Palace of Illusions by: Chitra Banerjee Divakaruni (author) ASIN: B001RS8L6E Merle rated it 3 years ago http://Merle.booklikes.com Merle 3.5 The Palace of Illusions by Chitra Banerjee Divakaruni text The Palace of Illusions by Chitra Banerjee Divakaruni Fun, accessible retelling of an epic I'm not familiar with - it's given me a strong starting point; from what I've seen it appears she's quite faithful to the original, only reassessing character motivations. The narrator has a strong voice and the author does a good job making character decisions s... Listening to the Silence rated it 4 years ago http://mootastic1.booklikes.com Listening to the Silence 3.0 The Palace of Illusions text The Palace of Illusions 3.5 StarsI have read a lot of mythology. I know the stories of the Celtic tribes, the Germanic people who would conquer them, the Romans l the Greeks, and even of many of the nation's who inhabited North America. I am less familiar with the mythologies of the East, particularly India. Perhaps it was... mybookjournal rated it 6 years ago http://mybookjournal.booklikes.com mybookjournal 2.0 The Palace of Illusions I don't know why I wasted my time reading this book which was neither true nor was it entertaining. This was more like a fan fiction of Draupadi and Karna and nothing else. No idea what the author wanted to make us feel here by telling Mahabharata from Draupadi's point of view. Was she trying to por... Expendable Mudge Muses Aloud rated it 10 years ago http://richardderus.booklikes.com Expendable Mudge Muses Aloud 5.0 I'd give it six stars if I could.Peak reading experiences come all too seldom in life. I think one knows it's a peak when it's almost too painful to endure that the book is ending, but almost too painful to endure to put it down and turn out the light. Then the book comes to you in your dreams, the ... spocksbro rated it 12 years ago http://spocksbro.booklikes.com spocksbro 3.0 I enjoyed this book but something "bothered" me about it. Divakaruni writes well and it's well paced but it wasn't until the final pages that I realized why I was dissatisfied with it.It's a fundamental disagreement with the philosophy underlying the Mahabharat, which was articulated by Krishna to D... Books by Chitra Banerjee Divakaruni http://booklikes.com/the-palace-of-illusions-chitra-banerjee-divakaruni/book,2654134	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0021.json.gz/line121
__label__wiki	0.675672	0.675672	HomeNewsDarren Glendinning, UK: “Our support team was great at the event” Darren Glendinning, UK: “Our support team was great at the event” Posted: Aug 08, 2014 16:48 Our support team was great at the event, all our fighters supported each other as squires and we had friends and fans helping with many small tasks such as water carrying and care of fighters. Their efforts were very important for the Team. I had few fans before going to Croatia, most are friends or family. But I have found many people who have become fans of my fighting and my photos and videos after coming home. It was important for me to do my best at the well-known international event like “Battle of the Nations”-2014 because I knew people back home would watch my fights and look forward to seeing my photographs. Their support within the time I spent in Croatia was invaluable. Darren Glendinning, fighter of the National Team of the UK Interview by Katherine Koda, HMBIA News. Quayle, UK: “Willingness to help progress other teams is the most impressive thing” “Battle of the Nations”-2014 held in Croatia left me and my team unforgettable impressions. We got a lot… Bailey, UK: “We worked hard to perfect the support group” My teammates and many people from the HMB movement know me as John Little. I love this nickname.… Quayle, UK: “Paintings on helmets give inspiration to fighters who are on the lists” In our team there is some kind of tradition – fighters have nicknames. I have a shark’s mouth… Blyth, UK: “I went for more of a tank role” In Croatia, I used English 14th-century-style armour consisting of a Visby-style coat of plates made from mild steel,… Gajdošík, Czech Republic: “We had the most crucial time with New Zealand” “Battle of the Nations”-2014: MEMORY REMAINS I was really surprised by the debut of Mexican team, because…	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0021.json.gz/line123
__label__cc	0.58939	0.41061	Other editions20182020 Home › Press Corner › PR 63– Junior Open Water: 4 medals for Italy, 3 for Spain, Great Britain, France, Hungary & China PR 63– Junior Open Water: 4 medals for Italy, 3 for Spain, Great Britain, France, Hungary & China Latest edit: FINA Communication Department The 3rd edition of the FINA World Junior Open Water Swimming Championships concluded this afternoon in Hoorn (NED) with the mixed relay events in two age categories - 14-16 years old and U19. Team Italy (gold in 14-16) and Germany (gold in U19) were the winners of the mixed events, while Hungary, Great Britain and France were other nations on the podium. Detailed results available here In the individual events, Russia's Daniil Orlov clinched gold in the 5km event, touching home in 59.27.9, while Spain's Eric Vilaregut and Hector Pardoe (GBR) bagged the silver and bronze in this order. Logan Fontaine (FRA) topped the 7.5km in 1:25:06.8, as Michael Rrinegar (USA) and Simon Lamar (USA) followed. Promising Hungarian Kristof Rasovsky marked an exciting milestone in his swimming career as he took gold in the 10km race, in front of Chinese Qiao Zhongyi and Andrea Manzi from Italy, one of the dominant forces of the three-day competition. Looking at the girls' performances, Liu Xiaohan, 14, headed the group and won the 5km race in 1:03:48.0, while Italy's Giulia Berton took silver and Maria Romero (ESP) bronze. In the 16-17 age group, Paula Ruiz of Spain claimed the victory in the 7.5km, almost 3 seconds before France's Oceane Cassignol and Chinese Fuwei Dong. The 10km circuit was won by Alice Dearing of Great Britain 2:04:25.1 who was the best in action, beating Hungary's Nikoletta Kiss (silver) and Russia's Valeriia Ermakova (bronze). Medallists in Hoorn 5km - 1. Daniil Orlov (RUS) 59.27.9; 2. Eric Vilaregut (ESP) 59:54.5; 3. Hector Pardoe (GBR) 59:55.0 7.5km - 1. Logan Fontaine (FRA) 1:25:06.8; 2. Michael Brinegar (USA) 1:26:54.2; 3. Simon Lamar (USA) 1:26:56.1 10km - 1. Kristof Rasovsky (HUN) 1:53:01.7; 2. Qiao Zhongyi (CHN) 1:53:32.0; 3. Andrea Manzi (ITA) 1:53:36.9 5km - 1. Liu Xiaohan (CHN) 1:03:48.0; 2. Giulia Berton (ITA) 1:03:50.9; 3. Maria Romero (ESP) 1:03:53.6 7.5km - 1. Paula Ruiz (ESP) 1:29:55.7; 2. Oceane Cassignol (FRA) 1:32:31.0; 3. Fuwei Dong (CHN) 1:32:34.8 10km - 1. Alice Dearing (GBR) 2:04:25.1; 2. Nikoletta Kiss (HUN) 2:04:26.6; 3. Valeriia Ermakova (RUS) 2:04:27.0 4x1,25km (14-16) - 1. Italy 58:06.4; 2. Hungary 58:09.1; 3. Great Britain 58:12.6 4x1,25km (U19) - 1. Germany 56:06.2; 2. Italy 56:07.4; 3. France 56:19.8	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0021.json.gz/line140
__label__cc	0.634808	0.365192	W. Czysz Veröffentlichungen von W. Czysz zu Laird, D. A. -> weitere Veröffentlichungen von W. Czysz: Eine fluorimetrische Bestimmung von Chinidin in Blutplasma (1964) Zum gaschromatographiscben Nachweis und zur Bestimmung von Arzneimitteln (1964) Zur Bestimmung von Molybdän(VI), Wolfram(VI) und Vanadium(V) mit Thalliumnitrat (1964) Eine Bestimmung des Gesamtstickstoffs aus Nitrat und Nitrit (1964) Phenothiazine und einige ähnliche, pharmazeutisch bedeutsame Stoffe (1964) Zur Bestimmung von Phenolen in Tabakrauchkondensaten (1964) Magnesium in pflanzlichem Material (1964) Dünnschicht-Chromatogramme organischer Verbindungen (1964) Zum Nachweis von Aluminium neben Zirkonium (1965) Zur Bestimmung von Spurenmengen Chlor in Uran (1965) Literatur (1965) Einen Mikvonachweis von Arsen (1965) Phenole in Zigarettenrauch (1965) Zur Bestimmung des Stickstoffgehalts in Schmierölen und Additiven nach der Dumas-Verbrennungsmethode (1965) Zur Trennung und Identifizierung der Bitterstoffe des Hopfens (1965) Veröffentlichungen zu Laird, D. A. 1 Laird, A. D. K.. Pressure and Forces along Cylindrical Bubbles in a Vertical Tube In: Industrial & engineering chemistry. - Washington, DC : Soc., ISSN 1520-5045, Vol. 48, No. 8 (1956), p. 1361-1364 Laird, A. D. K.. Chisholm, Duncan. http://dx.doi.org/10.1021/ie50560a037 2 Laird, John. Cambridge Journals Digital Archives [Dig. Serial] In: Philosophy. - Cambridge [u.a.] : Cambridge Univ. Press, ISSN 1469-817X, Vol. 17, No. 66 (04. 1942), p. 189-190 Laird, John. Cambridge : Cambridge University Press, 1942. Cambridge Journals Digital Archives [Dig. Serial] http://dx.doi.org/10.1017/S0031819100003417 3 Laird, Brian B.. The crystal/liquid interface: structure and properties from computer simulation In: Chemical reviews. - Washington, DC : ACS Publ., ISSN 1520-6890, Vol. 92, No. 8 (1992), p. 1819-1837 Laird, Brian B.. Haymet, A. D. J.. http://dx.doi.org/10.1021/cr00016a007 4 D.A.W.. Cambridge Journals Digital Archives [Dig. Serial] In: Language in society. - London [u.a.] : Cambridge Univ. Press, ISSN 1469-8013, Vol. 8, No. 1 (04. 1979), p. 142-143 D.A.W.. New York : Cambridge University Press, 1979. 5 Embree, Ainslie T.. European understanding of India In: Modern Asian studies. - Cambridge [u.a.] : Cambridge Univ. Press, ISSN 1469-8099, Vol. 8, No. 2 (03. 1974), p. 284-288 Embree, Ainslie T.. http://dx.doi.org/10.1017/S0026749X00005576 6 Kane Laird, A., Barton, A.D. Protein synthesis in rat pancreas - II. Changes in the intracelluar distribution of pancreatic amylase during the secretory cycle in: BBA - Biochimica et Biophysica Acta, in: BBA - Biochimica et Biophysica Acta . - Amsterdam : Elsevier, ISSN 0006-3002, ZDB-ID 1460387-1 Vol. 27 (1958), p. 12-15 Kane Laird, A. , Barton, A.D. 7 Laird, Brian B.., Haymet, A. D. J.. The crystal–liquid interface of a body-centered-cubic-forming substance: Computer simulations of the r−6 potential The interfaces between a bcc crystal and its melt are studied by molecular dynamics simulation. Three distinct crystal/melt interfaces, (100), (111), and (110) are studied. For all interfaces the variation with z, the coordinate perpendicular to the interfacial plane, of the single particle... mehr Laird, Brian B.. , Haymet, A. D. J.. 8 Laird, Brian B.., Haymet, A. D. J.. Calculation of the entropy of binary hard sphere mixtures from pair correlation functions We evaluate the entropy of several binary hard sphere fluid mixtures using two approximate expressions that require as input only the pair correlation functions, gαβ(r). An approximation based on the incompressible limit is found to be accurate for medium to high density fluids. mehr 9 Laird, Brian B.., Haymet, A. D. J.. Entropy of electrolytes The entropy of 1–1 and 2–2 model electrolytes is calculated from an expansion in terms of the multiparticle correlation functions. For electrolytes, a simple truncation of this expansion is never sufficient for the accurate calculation of the entropy, even in the limit of low concentration,... mehr 10 LAIRD, ANNA KANE, BARTON, A. D. Cell Growth and the Development of Tumours in: Nature . - London [u.a.] : Nature Publising Group, ISSN 1476-4687, Vol. 183, No. 4676 (1959), p. 1655-1657 LAIRD, ANNA KANE , BARTON, A. D. Nature Archives 1869 - 2007 [Dig. Serial] http://dx.doi.org/10.1038/1831655a0 11 LAIRD, ANNA KANE, BARTON, A. D. Cell Proliferation in Precancerous Liver: Linear Growth Curve in: Nature . - London [u.a.] : Nature Publising Group, ISSN 1476-4687, Vol. 188, No. 4748 (1960), p. 417-418 IN extending our recently published work on cell growth and the development of tumours1, we have observed that in the livers of rats fed 2-acetylamino-fluorene the cell proliferation continues at a constant rate during the pre-cancerous period arid does not decrease as we had at first supposed.... mehr http://dx.doi.org/10.1038/188417a0 12 Smith, David E.. Comment on "Entropy of hydrophobic hydration: a new statistical mechanical formulation" In: The journal of physical chemistry . - Washington, DC : American Chemical Society, Vol. 97, No. 21 (1993), p. 5788-5788 Smith, David E.. http://dx.doi.org/10.1021/j100123a053 13 Laird, A.K., Barton, A.D. Protein synthesis in rat pancreas I. Intracellular distribution of amylase Laird, A.K. , Barton, A.D. 14 Laird, A.K., Barton, A.D., ... Synthesis of protein and ribonucleic acid in rat liver during refeeding after starvation in: Experimental Cell Research, in: Experimental Cell Research . - Amsterdam : Elsevier, ISSN 0014-4827, ZDB-ID 1466780-0 Vol. 9, No. 3 (1955), p. 523-540 Copyright: Copyright (c) 2005 Elsevier (USA) mehr Laird, A.K. , Barton, A.D. , Nygaard, O. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/0014-4827(55)90081-1 15 Feldman, P.A., Kim, J., ... Loss of Gap Junction Plaques and Inhibition of Intercellular Communication in Ilimaquinone-treated BICR-M1Rk and NRK Cells in: The journal of membrane biology , ISSN 1432-1424, Vol. 155 (3. 1997), p. 275 -287 Abstract. To examine the mechanism(s) and pathways of gap junction formation and removal a novel and reversible inhibitor of protein secretion, ilimaquinone (IQ), was employed. 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Sensitive force transducer system for mechanical studies of single isolated vascular smooth muscle cells in: Medical & biological engineering & computing , ISSN 1741-0444, Vol. 22 (2. 1984), p. 130-137 Abstract To measure forces of the order of 0·1 μN, generated by single isolated vascular smooth muscle cells, a sensitive transducer system has been developed. A video displacement detection system and an inductive position detector were used to control the tip displacement of a glass... mehr Copyright: Copyright 1984 IFMBE mehr Wieringa, P. A. , Meer, M. , VanDijk, A. M. , Laird, J. D. 20 Spaan, J. A. E., Breuls, N. P. W., ... Forward coronary flow normally seen in systole is the result of both forward and concealed back flow in: Basic research in cardiology , ISSN 1435-1803, Vol. 76 (5. 1981), p. 582-586 Summary Normally systolic coronary blood flow is almost entirely forward. 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__label__wiki	0.657036	0.657036	FLOPHOUSE Clifford Brown & Max Roach Quintet Clifford Brown & Max Roach (EmArcy 1954) January 5, 2020 - Francois Leave a comment One of the must-haves. Clifford Brown & Max Roach is a brilliant, textbook example of balanced storytelling, responsive interplay and vital, fluent swing. Clifford Brown (trumpet), Harold Land (tenor saxophone), Richard Powell (piano), George Morrow (bass), Max Roach (drums) on August 2, 3 & 6, 1954 at Capitol Studios, Los Angeles as MC 26043 in 1954 Parisian Thoroughfare Daahoud Joy Spring Jordu Straight from the short-lived 10-inch era of the early/mid-fifties, Clifford Brown & Max Roach. Five tunes, two instant classics and standards, 30 minutes of sizzling, masterful modern jazz. What more could one ask for? If you can’t say it in a mere half hour, you better cut it out… To be sure, when EmArcy switched to the 12-inch format in the slipstream of bigger labels like Columbia, three tunes of the August 1954 session were added. Max Roach and rising trumpet star Clifford Brown initially formed a quintet with, respectively, Sonny Stitt and Teddy Edwards. The quintet finally gelled into a subtle, driving cooperative unit with Harold Land, who was relatively unknown at that time but immediately made his name through his excellent work with Brown/Roach. Finally, Land was followed up by Sonny Rollins, who completed a notorious outfit that came to its abrupt end in 1956 when Clifford Brown and pianist Richard Powell were tragically killed in a car crash. The stays of some jazz legends on planet Earth were cut short much too soon. Charlie Christian, Scott LaFaro and… Clifford Brown. But the impact of these searchers for new vistas has been penetrating and everlasting. Clifford Brown displayed a balanced vitality that is rarely if ever matched. He transformed tragedy into a smile. His music comes out cleanly and gaily through his horn. Bit of a heir to Louis Armstrong, if you ask me… A bittersweetly happy, completely authoritative virtuoso. The Crown Prince, if you will. Max Roach was thirty years old at the time of recording Clifford Brown & Max Roach, veteran of bop that took the revolutionary rudiments of Kenny Clarke and fulfilled the quintet format with Charlie Parker, a blaze of new accents, motives, melodicism. He’s the glue of the quintet, which delivers an unusual brew of virility, balance and fluent swing. Once Delilah is underway for barely one minute, you know you’re in for a treat. As in a bee colony, proceedings go as planned, there’s a definite sense of order while all members dart this and that way frivolously and seemingly at random. Roach succinctly supports the movement of the changes, Morrow and Powell provide the solid framework for the soloists, a simultaneously smooth and driving flow and a paradise for Harold Land, who takes a wonderful first shot, simultaneously at ease and insistent. Clifford Brown is the queen bee. Daahoud is his habitat. Daahoud was an instant classic. Uptempo bouncing ball… A wave of fresh air, springtime breeze accompanying the swarm of bees at the country farm… Clifford Brown is the frivolous bee, giving birth to lean flights in the upper register that serve as the apex of a brilliant package of honey notes, deceptively simple, fluent phrasing, relentless swing that makes us very… happy. His attack is ferocious yet smooth. The ideas keep coming. Brown plays a Socrates-que discours of question and answer with himself and talks shop with his partners, intuitively, a game of hi-level split seconds. Max Roach hits the pocket almost Blakey-style, a kick start to the soloist’s story on the one hand, a crash cymbal bash to signal the next in line on the other hand. Talkin’ about Spring. Joy Spring cannot be left unmentioned. The other instant classic, the lovely melody that Clifford Brown wrote for his wife, nicknamed “Joy Spring”. Don’t you want to be called Joy Spring? Joy Spring, you’re the sweetest… Joy Spring, dinner is ready!… Joy Spring, I warmed your spot, please come on up… None of that seven-year itch with husband and Joy Spring! The mid-tempo, relaxed bounce underlines Brown’s affectionate, sweet but tart words of love. Bud Powell’s Parisian Thoroughfare offers more vital features by Brown and Roach, whose effective simplicity as a soloist is admirable. Roach plays like a horn player. Richard Powell, brother of Bud, hooks up with the strikingly boogie-woogie-ish drive of the bop anthem. The quintet rounds off the 10inch platter with Duke Jordan’s contagious blues-based Jordu, a version as lovely and enticing as a Lotus flower. It is as if these men contaminated each other with the fever of nuanced storytelling, virile swing, fluidity, ideas… Clifford Brown And Max Roach is a very “ill” album indeed! Not to mention “dope” or “master” or whatever youngsters call spectacular these days. Something I’m not aware of I’m sure. I’m old-fashioned and I don’t mind it… Posted in Review - Tagged Clifford Brown, EmArcy, Harold Land, Max Roach Sonny Clark Trio: The 1960 Time Sessions October 28, 2017 October 28, 2017 - Francois Leave a comment SONNY CLARK – Great news, the independent Tompkins Square label has put out a 2LP, yes, vinyl, of Sonny Clark music. Sonny Clark Trio: The 1960 Time Sessions With George Duvivier And Max Roach is due out on November 24. It boasts several outtakes of Clark’s session at Bell Sound Studios in NYC in January, 1960, a session that would lead to the first album of compositions written solely by Clark. It preceded Blue Note’s Leapin’ And Lopin’, Clark’s swan song as a leader, also a recording that showed the fulfillment of Sonny Clark as a composer. The story of how this new release came about on Josh Rosenthal’s Tompkins Square label is surprising and has something to do with comedian Judd Apatow… Read an illuminating article on Sonny Clark and the new release by Nate Chinen of WBGO here. Tompkins Square, 2017 Bell Sound Studios, NYC, 1960 Time Records, 1960 Posted in Talkin' about - Tagged Max Roach, Sonny Clark, Time Records Sonny Rollins Rollins Plays For Bird (Prestige 1957) March 1, 2017 - Francois Leave a comment Sandwiched between the colossal Saxophone Colossus and future landmark albums Way Out West and A Night At The Village Vanguard, Rollins Plays For Bird is a mildly disappointing homage to Charlie Parker from, paraphrasing Gunther Schuller, the central figure of the erstwhile renewal of jazz. Sonny Rollins (tenor saxophone), Kenny Dorham (trumpet), Wade Legge (piano), George Morrow (bass), Max Roach (drums) on October 5, 1956 at Van Gelder Studio, Hackensack, New Jersey as PRLP 5097 in 1957 Bird Medley: I Remember You / My Melancholy Baby / Old Folks / They Can’t Take That Away From Me / My Little Suede Shoes / Star Eyes Kids Know I’ve Grown Accustomed To Her Face It would be hard to top the Colossus, of course. One of the classic jazz albums of all time, it displays Rollins at an early peak, inventing new possibilities for jazz and the tenor saxophone: the exuberant and structurally logic improvisation of Blue Seven, the knack of turning unconvential material like Moritat into simultaneously complex and accessible gems, the introduction of exotic (West-Indian) roots and rhythm in the unforgettable calypso tune St. Thomas (A tune credited to Rollins, but actually a traditional that was first recorded by Randy Weston as Fire Down There in 1955) and the exploration of the tenor’s full range in ballads like You Don’t Know What Love Is. Little of that on Rollins Plays For Bird, a recording of the Sonny Rollins Quintet, which was actually the line-up of The Max Roach Quintet shortly after the passing of trumpeter Clifford Brown and pianist Richard Powell. It feels rather as if Rollins is treading water and not getting to the point one would hope for in the case of a tribute to one of his major musical forebears, Charlie Parker. The Bird Medley that takes up the full 23 minutes of side A does possess a relaxed, swinging vibe and a tacky structure where Rollins, Dorham and pianist Wade Legge subsequently guide us through the themes. Dorham’s sweet-tart tone and fluent, unhurried phrasing are assets. The confident flow of Rollins’ lines is evident, the finest moments coming when he playfully explores the low register of the tenor sax in They Can’t Take That Away From Me. However, considering Bird, the choice of repertoire hardly does justice to the modern music giant. Indeed, Parker regularly played these tunes but one would expect songs that he wrote himself or configurations of standards that have become iconic. Moreover, a medium tempo (excluding a short double-time section) is maintained throughout, interspersed with formulaic theme-solo-theme sections and trading of fours between drums and soloists. Attention easily drifts elsewhere. Compared with the commanding title track of Freedom Suite, the cooperation of Rollins with Max Roach and Oscar Pettiford of five months later, a medley of varied Rollins originals that also takes up the whole of side A, the Bird Medley comes up a decisive second. In favor of the latter, it consisted of one spontaneous take, while the Freedom Suite was glued together from seperate tracks. I’ve Grown Accustomed To Your Face is a solid if not extraordinary ballad rendition, and a common choice of Rollins, who otherwise was revered for digging up obscure or unlikely standards. The Rollins original Kids Know, like the medley also played in medium tempo, has a frolic, catchy theme. Alas, Max Roach, seemingly not in the best of moods, practically drags it to death. Just one week later, the clouds parted considerably and the quintet (including Ray Bryant) delivered the sprightly, inspired album Max Roach + 4. Six months later, Rollins delivered on the promise of Rollins Plays For Bird with the A Night At The Village Vanguard album, reviving standards and Parker contrafacts with a level of spontaneity and experimentation that has set a standard to this day. Considering a giant like Rollins, expectations run, and ran, high. In this respect, Rollins Plays For Bird underachieves considerably. Posted in Review - Tagged Kenny Dorham, Max Roach, Prestige, Sonny Rollins Sonny Rollins Freedom Suite (Riverside 1958) September 27, 2014 March 22, 2016 - Francois 1 Comment The title track of Sonny Rollins’ provocative 1958 album Freedom Suite takes up the whole of side A. Does anybody ever care to continue listening to side B’s set of Broadway and pop reworkings in one sweep? I would guess not. Notwithstanding the merits of those intriguing pop interpretations, the Freedom Suite is just too overwhelming. It begs to be relistened once the needle is off. Sonny Rollins (tenor saxophone), Oscar Pettiford (bass), Max Roach (drums) on February 11 & April 4, 1958 at WOR Recording Studio, NYC as RLP 12-258 in 1958 The Freedom Suite Someday I’ll Find You Will You Still Be Mine Shadow Waltz Nowadays, the place of Freedom Suite in the pantheon of influential musical statements of black consciousness is safe and secured. Back then, it was a bold stroke from a successful, innovative jazz artist who allegedly had trouble finding a decent apartment in New York City due to white racism. The message is hard to overlook. In the original sleeve notes, a statement from Sonny Rollins is included: “America is deeply rooted in Negro culture: its colloquialisms, its humor, its music. How ironic that the Negro, who more than any other people can claim America’s culture as its own, is being persecuted and repressed, that the Negro, who has exemplified the humanities in his very existence, is being rewarded with inhumanity.” The image of Sonny Rollins on the front cover might be explained as the visual companion to his written words. Rollins, half-naked, cast in shadows, with a hurt, yet defiant countenance, looks purported to resemble a slave. It connects with the parts of the suite that bear an eerie resemblance to chain gang songs. First and foremost, Sonny Rollins lets the music speak for itself. The Freedom Suite (the title track) combines the harmonic daring and fervent drive of Rollins and the controlled fire and melodic finesse of his companions Max Roach and Oscar Pettiford. It’s built on three movements of similar, short melodies and fascinates from start to finish. In the opening melody, a tacky, jingle-like cluster of phrases that show Rollins’ affinity with the playful, quixotic themes of Charlie Parker, Rollins takes seven minutes to explore every angle of the melody. Pushing or pulling the beat, veering between registers by way of an assertive flurry of arpeggio’s, Rollins glues together heartfelt sweeps and humorous asides. Oscar Pettiford sternly pushes along the loping rhythm. Max Roach concentrates almost as much on melody as Rollins; constantly favouring snare and toms above cymbals, Roach ferociously mirrors the instant gems Rollins cooks up. It’s a spontaneous, exciting group performance. After a pause, the trio sets in the rollicking theme that sounds like a chain gang or slave boat song. Paradoxically, it also has the giddy-up bounce of a cowboy song. Via a couple of a capella Rollins phrases, it segues into a beautiful ballad. It’s not a blues, but blues feeling is at its core. The husky delivery of Rollins is supported succinctly by Roach and Pettiford. They take plenty of room, as in the first movement, to display their excellent solo qualities. Roach and Rollins shared a lot of experience, having collaborated in the Max Roach/Clifford Brown quintet and on a couple of Rollins albums, among them the landmark album Saxophone Colossus. After another chain gang bounce intermezzo, Rollins thrusts himself headlong into a short melody at breakneck speed. It’s the Sonny Rollins of Live At The Village Vanguard 1 & 2, elaborating on bebop principles with fresh, harmonic elan. The near-anarchic Rollins is in top form, beginning and ending phrases where you least expect them to. The piano-less endeavor has clearly worked in Rollins’ favour. Freedom Suite possesses a rugged beauty. Before Freedom Suite, Rollins had recorded succesfully with piano-less trio’s on Way Out West and the beforementioned Village Vanguard albums. He would continue displaying his fascination for the format with The Bridge in 1961. Rollins is admired for his knack of finding and transforming often obscure Broadway, Tin Pan Alley and pop melodies. The interpretations on Freedom Suite have that typical Sonny Rollins sound of surprise, but lack the bliss of renditions such as There’s No Business Like Show Business (from Worktime) The production doesn’t work in his favor as well. The sound of the rhythm section is pretty flat and dry – listening to Max Roach cardboard box sound, one feels inclined to assume that it must’ve been Riverside’s objective to re-create the demo sound of a live gig at Minton’s Playhouse in the late fourties. Of these reworkings, Will You Still Be Mine is the most interesting. The intricate rhythm work of Roach and Pettiford intensifies the mood of Rollins, who reacts with an extravagant climax. The call and response between Rollins and Roach on Someday I’ll Find You is an attractive asset to a pretty melody. Till There Was You – also recorded by The Beatles in 1962 – is a sax-bass duet for the biggest part. Rollins succesfully avoids its corny character. The only time Sonny Rollins doesn’t seem up for his task is on Shadow Waltz. He sounds detached, unable to get under the skin of the melody. Sonny’s statements in the sleeve notes ring through. Both daily life (housing, employment) and law (the victory of Brown vs Board Of Education backfired) still put blacks in disadvantage around 1958. Racism persisted around the country. A disproportionate number of poor blacks had died in the Korean war. But being a musician, being the continuously inventive Sonny Rollins, the music of Freedom Suite is what speaks most eloquently. Rollins doggedly met the challenge of the experimental title track and showed what jazz is all about. Posted in Review - Tagged Max Roach, Riverside, Sonny Rollins Stanley Turrentine Stan ‘The Man’ Turrentine (Time 1960) July 31, 2013 January 23, 2016 - Francois Leave a comment Stanley Turrentine swings impeccably on his 1960 debut as leader Stan ‘The Man’ Turrentine, but his style isn’t as fully formed as on his later albums for Blue Note. Stanley Turrentine (tenor saxophone), Tommy Flanagan (piano A1, A3, B2-3), Sonny Clark (piano A2, B1, B4), George Duvivier (bass), Max Roach (drums) in January 1960 as Time 52086 in 1960 Mild Is The Mood Minor Mood My Girl Is Just Enough Woman For Me High quality sidemen Sonny Clark, Max Roach and George Duvivier recorded Sonny Clark Trio for Time Records in the same year. They bring a natural flow to Turrentine’s session, that also saw the more lighthearted Tommy Flanagan replace Sonny Clark; the latter adds Bud Powellesque twists and turns to Sheri. Stolen Sweets, a pretty Wild Bill Davis shuffle, is a highlight on this album. This date is also issued by the same label as Let’s groove under leadership of legendary drummer Max Roach. (Picture sleeve addicts will undoubtly prefer this French copy to Stan ‘The Man’ Turrentine.) Exploitative practices of this kind are not uncommon. One wouldn’t expect chief of Time Records, Bob Shad, (best known for the Mainstream label’s polished 300 series) to go for a fast buck. However, it looks ‘shady’, to say the least. Posted in Review - Tagged Max Roach, Sonny Clark, Stanley Turrentine, Time Records, Tommy Flanagan Copyright 2015 - flophousemagazine.com Proudly powered by WordPress Theme: Booky.	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0021.json.gz/line143
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__label__cc	0.70533	0.29467	Fantasy Book & Author Discussion » Do we recommend enough female authors when asked for recommendations Author Topic: Do we recommend enough female authors when asked for recommendations (Read 18058 times) DrNefario Valheru Re: Do we recommend enough female authors when asked for recommendations I think there's a related problem that the recommendations all tend to come from the same small pool that keeps recirculating. They all tend to be fairly recent and fairly middle-of-the-genre, with maybe the odd "classic" thrown in. This is kind of understandable. If a book is recommended here, I dare say quite a few of us will check it out, and probably like it, so it's self-reinforcing. Also if other people are recommending a thing, that will (a) remind you it exists, and (b) give you some confidence that it is actually good. I know there are books I read a long time ago that I don't mention because I'm not sure they still stand up. ultamentkiller Gentleman Bastard I read whatever I want. Yes, I have more male authors on my shelf than female authors. Okay. One day I'll find a female author that I like as much as Brent Weeks or Brandon Sanderson, but I'm not going to intentionally look for them. For me, that would be like someone reading my book because I'm blind, and not because they're interested in the story. Sure, it might help me get sales, but at the same time, it feels more condescending than anything else, and I wouldn't want that. So I'm not going to feel sorry for female authors and read their books out of sympathy. Whenever the next one catches my eye, I will pick it up. Going back to the time I asked for recommendations, let me share the numbers. These are the recommendations I got, listed by how many separate nominations each got: 5 - Mark Lawrence, Scott Lynch 4 - Brandon Sanderson, Brent Weeks, Naomi Novik 3 - Brian McClellan, Peter Brett 2 - Adrian Tchaikovsky, Brian Staveley, R. Scott Bakker, Ben Aaronovitch, Allan Batchelder, Steven Erikson, Django Wexler, Chris Wooding, Michael Fletcher, Jen Williams, Neil Gaiman, Erin Morgenstern, Patrick Rothfuss, Daniel Abraham 1 - Nnedi Okorafor, Kirsty Logan, Kameron Hurley, Sarah Pinborough, Julia Knight, Emma Knight, Robert Redick, Miles Cameron, Michael Sullivan, Den Patrick, Kate Elliot, Robert Jackson Bennett, NK Jemisin, Alex Marshall, Jo Walton, Christopher Buehlman, Michael Livingston, Tad Williams, Jeff Salyards, Stella Gemmell, Laura Resnick, Ilona Andrews, T.O. Munro, J.P. Ashman, Matt Colville, James Cormier, Barbara Webb, Graham Austin-King (last 6 all SP) I got these off 21 different people; some here, some SFFChronicles, some BestFantasyBooks. There's 49 total. 16 of them are women - a third. But only one woman in the top 5, only three in the top 20 and if I removed the nominations of just three of the people I got them off, then 18 different people would have given me a list of 34 names to check out of which only 5 were women. Its not like the community gave me a list that was made up of a third women. The community gave me a list with not even a fifth made up of women and a few very knowledgeable, very helpful people gave me 15 nominations - almost a third of the list - of which just over half were women. To isolate it to here - I got recommendations from 6 people (not counting GR Matthews' SP recommendations as I'm too lazy to count them properly). I got 25 different authors recommended. 8 were female. 3 of the female nominations came from Arry (out of 9), another 3 came from magisensei (who gave me an all female short list). Remove them and I got 13 recommendations from 4 people of which 2 were women. One is Jen Williams, who has a very high profile here for obvious reasons (and who I see barely mentioned elsewhere), the other is Naomi Novik. That's just one small not particularly scientific sample of course. But it is evidence that female authors are being forgotten/ignored by the community. And, of course, there are other bits of evidence. Like Mark Lawrence's poll, as pointed out by cupiscent. Or we can look at the poll we did for The Gem Cutter, in which 18 names made it through nomination with only 2 women included. Or some of the book battles - 5 out of 32 in favourite series written by a woman. Lawrence's blog is particularly interesting though as there's a guy in the industry pointing out that, despite the fact the publishing industry is female dominated, the perception is that women sell less well. Hence the push for androgynous names on the cover. Robin Hobb picked Robin deliberately for a pen name because its androgynous (and her career was not plain sailing as Megan Lindholm). Joanne Rowling writes as JK Rowling - gender neutral - and Robert Galbraith - straight up male pen name. It would be interesting to see a count of new fantasy authors from the major publishing houses by gender. People say we read what we like - how do we know what we like? I'm guessing there's very few people here reading multiple reviews of every new book coming out. Virtually no one here knows what manuscripts are getting rejected at the final hurdle as they're seen as good but difficult to market. Our choice of what to like is filtered before we ever get to make it. And its filtered by an industry that is wary of pushing female authors in certain subgenres because they're seen as harder to sell and by a community that's putting up the numbers I've just pointed to. Who knows what's out there that we'd like if people just gave it that push to find our attention? This is the blog of Peat - http://peatlong.blogspot.co.uk/ Godling Chronicler of Adal I think @Peat hits the nail, really. The issue (in whatever form or shape or size there is an issue) is not necessarily whether we recommend female authors, because I think most of us care only about the story, not the gender of the author. The issue is whether the publishing industry allows us to read female authors that we can subsequently recommend. Good news is, with indie publishing, that's a major barrier potentially removed. Of course, that leaves new female authors in the same situation as us male indie authors; trying to get attention so readers will recommend us, and so we may not have progressed much further; but at least indie publishing allows women to compete on more equal footing with men (not entirely equal, but more equal than traditional publishing). As a personal note, I had my name written with initials on my book cover just to poke fun at this ridiculous practice of hiding the author's gender. The Eagle's Flight - Free ebook for fantasy fans at www.annalsofadal.net Latest blog post - 7 Ways to Help Indie Authors: www.annalsofadal.net/blog Biggest surprise to me is Yora post so short just when you think you know someone there surprise you! I love you Yora. But what if there simply aren't that many female authors interested in those sub-genres as compared to others? We may not have information of how many got rejected, but neither do we have about how many submitted. And even if we did, to know if they were good or not to be published, we would have to read every single one ourselves before saying it only got rejected because it was from a female. And then there's that very subjective thing called personal taste. And even if we all agree some stories were really good or even found success later, we can find various similar tales from male authors too. Rowling made a test with Robert Galbraith pen name and it tanked. Only when it was "leaked" that he was Rowling that people got interested in the book. And mostly agreed it was average. So male name did nothing for her. It's like when someone says there aren't many women working on area X without stopping to consider if most women even want to be working on area X. Seeing fewer female authors on Epic Fantasy, Military Fantasy or Dark Fantasy might simply be because most female authors don't feel much (or any) appeal for those genres, while they clearly do for Urban Fantasy, Paranormal Romance or YA. Few submissions means there's less chances of finding something good. And if the publishers wants to publish X amount of books in those genres and there are only Y number of female authors, then that means some male average or crap works might pass through. Same way for UF, PNR and YA. They are clearly dominated by female authors and the output is high, which means a lot of crap also pass through. If we divide Fantasy by sub-genres, we are obviously gonna find some of them with disparities between the genders and others may be more balanced. Simply a matter of interests and tastes. If we just group Fantasy in one big group (like in GR), I believe the genre may be pretty balanced. Actually, I think I'm willing to bet money that just because of UF, PNR and YA that women vastly outsells men... Anyway, the question has been raised, but how to answer it? I'm not seeing any other answer than going for a male-authored book, then a female one, checking author profiles instead of blurbs or some kind of checklist. It may work for some, but for me I think it would make reading feel like an obligation and that would be un-fun. « Last Edit: November 26, 2016, 08:28:02 PM by Lanko » Dropped in from another planet avec son sourire provocateur - et Hades and Writing Contest Regular Lol @Peat someone recommended Okorafor to you? Binti? I thought it was one of the worst short story I read in years. 10/10 would not recommend based on how toxic plot was. That's the thing though. Your stats don't come from a background of people who read 50/50 authored books. How do I know what I like? Because I skim huge amounts of books. I DNF a ton of stuff, by men and women alike. I only read what catches my eye. "She will need coffee soon, or molecular degeneration will set in. Her French phrasing will take over even more strongly, and soon she will dissolve into a puddle of alienation and Kierkegaardian despair." ~ Jmack Wishy washy lyricism and maudlin unrequited love are my specialty - so said Lady_Ty Quote from: Lanko on November 26, 2016, 08:26:01 PM Rough stats again, but - The Speculative Herald lists 3 books in Epic its search by genre (probably needs updating). Two of them have a female author or a female co-author. They have 123 under Fantasy - its a grab bag, but plenty of the names are familiar as being in the rough genre people look for - and 54 of them have a female author or co-author. Note - I haven't gone through the list in fine detail but there is a separate category for Urban Fantasy. I don't think there is particular overlap and in any case it only has 14, of which 7 are by female authors. That fantasy list is not being changed by Urban Fantasy. I don't read every SH review but I can't say I see much PR there ever. Further rough data - we've got a database of 338 female authors on this forum in the google docs spreadsheet - http://fantasy-faction.com/forum/fantasy-book-discussion/women-write-fantasy-(the-giant-'women-in-fantasy'-database)/. 72 of them have a genre tag. The most of them is for Epic with 37. Urban is next with 26. Paranormal turns up 4. Given the biases of this forum and those mostly contributing to the list, I think its more likely than the majority of those names listed without a genre tag are closer to Epic/High/Heroic etc.etc. than Urban/Romance etc.etc. Going through that thread and picking out a few things the posters were then talking about that are relevant here - "It's hard to get statistics on the actual number of publications of SF and fantasy by gender. It's even harder to break it down into subgenres, because there is a certain amount of subjectivity and disagreement about these. But approximately 40% of the members of the SFWA are women. Of course, there are plenty professional SF and F writers of both gender who are not in this organization. No idea if the numbers are representative or not. Since 1970, women have won nearly 40% of the Hugo awards for best novel, and 34% of the Nebulas. In the past twenty years, 40% of the Hugo winners and 50% of the nebula winners have been women. I don't think women who write SF and F are that few and far between. Strange Horizons magazine participates in something called the count (an analysis of how literary coverage is affected by gender of the author), which suggests that SF and F novels written by women are less likely to be reviewed or discussed on book blogs." "There are more male writers represented on display tables in bookshops, and in promotional emails (Juliet E. McKenna has done a lot of work on this) so when you're thinking of books to read, well, more books by male writers will tend to pop into your head." This is rough quick research but I'm simply not seeing a lack of women writing the type of fantasy we talk about most here. I'm willing to believe there's not equal representation in terms of people who want to write this, but not the sort of disparity you'd expect with lists of recommendations where female authors make up 10-20pc. Quote from: Nora on November 26, 2016, 09:30:39 PM Not Binti. I'm not quite sure what you mean by 'people who read 50/50 authored books'. Nor do I know how you can be certain about the people who gave me the recommendations. I meant that none of us have viable statistics on the authors we read. Aka, the certainty that we read 50% male and 50% female authors. So if, say 70%, of the people who recommended you books have a rough 60-70% male inclined authors history of reading, the fact that these people recommend of majority of male authors is normal. Someone who only reads female authors would be loath to recommend you any guys... That's what I meant. And since we don't even know our own stats... Yea, that data is very rough and very small, it's hard to make a conclusion. Regarding SF and F in general, there isn't a lack of authors, but there might be on certain sub-genres. Lack in one sub-genre may be balanced by an overflow on another, for both genders. Even if it looks like there isn't a lack of authors present it doesn't mean there is a lot either regarding compared proportions. And that might be to other inclinations. Hm, I will see what I can dig up later. Spent some time doing some searches today. It's harder to find data for this than I thought and I didn't exactly find what I was looking for. Still got some interesting results. First, a Reddit list of favorite books/series written by female authors. It doesn't say the sub-genres, but probably more complete or better recommended. Since a lot of people directly search for this, here it goes: Fantasy Reddit Top Female Authored Series Books - Results I actually managed to find some data from a big publisher (Tor.com). Full article here: Sexism in genre publishing: A publisher's perspective The interesting part is this: I'm just one of a fair few female editors in this particular area. My colleagues (and competitors) are a set of brilliant, intelligent and hard-working women, who have loved genre since they were kids, have fought their way through the ranks, have extensive lists, love their jobs and don't compromise on the quality of fiction they publish. To name but a few there's Bella Pagan who works with me at Tor UK, Gillian Redfearn at Gollancz, Anne Clarke at Orbit, Jo Fletcher at Jo Fletcher Books, Jane Johnson and Emma Coode at Voyager, Cath Trechman at Titan and Anne Perry over at Hodder. That means that every genre publisher in the UK has female commissioning editors and 90% of the genre imprints here are actually run by women. So you can imagine there's a slight sense of frustration each time I see yet another article claiming that UK publishers are biased towards male writers. And I do wonder if those writing the pieces are aware who is actually commissioning these authors? The sad fact is, we can't publish what we're not submitted. Tor UK has an open submission policy - as a matter of curiosity we went through it recently to see what the ratio of male to female writers was and what areas they were writing in. The percentages supplied are from the five hundred submissions that we've been submitted since the end of January. It makes for some interesting reading. The facts are, out of 503 submissions - only 32% have been from female writers. And Gollancz said pretty much the same thing: A slew of responses to Crisp's post revealed that the gender gap extends beyond Tor UK. Gillian Redfearn, Deputy Publishing Director of Gollancz, a second major UK-based publishing house, said in a tweet, "I am looking at the sales for the past year in SF/F. Only 25% of the top 20 titles are by women. In the top 50 and 100 titles, it's 23%." Then I found this one which shows percentage of male/female reviews, but it's in Australia, but it provides some interesting comparisons (plenty of graphics - but important to say it's about all genres, not just Fantasy): Data That Shows Female Writers Don't Get a Fair Run The article says "Fair Run", but if there are less submissions by female authors (with even less getting published), then most publications having more reviews of male authors is an expected consequence. Again, it's a curious comparison, but at the same time the data doesn't cover only SF/F, and it's on another country. Then found this one with extra observations: Literature's Gender Gap Franklin, who was chagrined to find that only 33 percent of the books she reviewed last year were by women, concluded that “magazines are reviewing female authors in something close to the proportion of books by women published each year. The question now becomes why more books by women are not getting published.” Since publishing a book tends to burnish the reputation of a reviewer or essayist (just as publishing well-received reviews and essays in journals can lead to a book contract), the two situations are certainly intertwined. The imbalance in books published is indeed a puzzle; book publishers, like any other business, want to make money, and multiple surveys indicate that women buy and read far more books than men do. (This fact has long been established within the book business, but since some Salon readers have questioned it in the past, please see the National Endowment for the Arts “Reading at Risk” report.) If women were only — or even primarily — interested in books by women, the logic of the marketplace would dictate that publishers should release more titles by female authors. And here’s where we have to get anecdotal. There’s really no hard data on how many books by male authors are read by women readers and vice versa, nor are we likely to ever see any. But try this: Ask six bookish friends — three men and three women — to list their favorite authors or favorite books, without explaining your motivation. Then see how many male authors the women list and whether the men list any female authors at all. I wish I could find more publishing houses data like this, or at least from Tor US, since the market there is the biggest. And one article is from Tor.UK, the other from Australia, all three from different years (and A LOT changed in 4-5 years). I'm pretty damn sure there was a thread in Reddit about data of 2014 or 2015 that showed women outselling men (and that UF wasn't so heavily female favored), but I can't find it and I'm too tired. Anyway, happy hunting for those interested! Okay, so what about Goodreads, the home of book lists, voted on by fellow readers by the hundreds of thousands? Don't we all go there sometimes to look for a catchy blurb? Of all places, the Dystopian and post Apocalyptic list ( https://www.goodreads.com/list/show/47.Best_Dystopian_and_Post_Apocalyptic_Fiction ) has 6 women authors out of the first 15. I tried to count, and found 36 female authors, out of 89 total authors (I counted each repeat author as unique, male or female, that outed a lot of Stephen King). I reckon that's an impressive number, given the genre. Yet, I would not read some of these women, mostly because the blurb of some of their work doesn't appeal to me at all. But then again I can't stand Stephen King. Consider! There is also the matter of productivity. King wrote SO many books (like a tidal plague), he's voted for on every list. If you appeal to the masses and they have a hundred works to pick from, you're bound to unbalance recommendations. Anyway, I'm sure each list has its own balances. Now, the Best Paranormal Romances list, which annoys us all every years since it sometimes falls under fantasy : https://www.goodreads.com/list/show/397.Best_Paranormal_Romance_Series Do you know how many are female authors in the first 100? Not a single male author. I went on and looked on page two. First male author is number 134. Obviously many women are cited several times, so we can be super generous and say that maybe, there is one male author recommended in a hundred, in a list where 11,763 people voted. AND that guy published under an ambiguous name, Pittacus Lore, and has a gender-free picture on his profile and no author information on his website. I had to google the name to ascertain it's a pseudonym belonging to a guy. Who is out there taking care of that injustice? Who cares? Who wonders how hard it can be for a guy to be taken seriously if he tries to publish PR? Is it? Or is it assumed that men can't write PR as well? Is it like with nurses, who suffer from sexist discrimination in favour of women (9/10)? Should we make efforts in recommending more men in the fields that see few of them, or only focus on women? What about Self Pub? Can anyone (amazon??) get data on the genre of the new SFF author who go self pub each year? Because wouldn't that be the best way to establish a form of stat based on people who "finished a work", "decided it to be ready for public eyes" and also didn't have to go through traditional publishing houses? What should we do as SFF fans if it turned out that 70% of self published SFF authors on amazon are dudes? [Thanks Lanko for covering all of that above] I'm not asking this sarcastically. I'm a 100%, non-laughing serious, because author gender equality is something I think about 0% of the time. I hardly know the name of a writer when I read his/her first book after seeing a catchy blurb. I often have to use goodreads to reference names when I want to recommend a work. I'm not bothered by the whole topic, at all. So my queries are honest. I'm curious as to what people who are bothered by this think of such eventualities. « Last Edit: November 27, 2016, 01:19:23 AM by Nora » Rostum Strange Turnip Person and He Who Waits Ta'veren @Lanko I wish I could like your post twice! I was slowly gathering up the same information as this line of thinking annoys me. If I pay money for a book or invest time in reading it surely I have some entitlement to the best experience possible and do not need to be guilt tripped into second thinking myself as to whether I am in some way not being fair to female authors. Likewise if a publishing house gets only a third of submissions from women authors they are under no obligation to publish a greater percentage of those submissions than those they receive from male authors to balance this up. @Nora As for PR I would expect at least 90%+ of the readers are female as well. I wonder if any of your hundred are male authors using female pen names? It sells well and seems to be a good way of recycling the same story and selling it several times over as romance books did for years. prolific but not necessarily talented writers can make a very good living out of producing pulp. @Rostum, we could click on all the author profiles and see. Most of them have portraits of the author and almost always it'll be a blond lady (jokingly stereotyping, plenty of brunettes as well...) I'm sure there are men, and quite a few men write regular romance with success. Then again, it's a vote based list, not a sales based list. cupiscent an nonsense If people recommend few female authors, then fewer female authors have big hits, so publishers get a little warier on female authors because they don't sell fantastically, so fewer female authors are published, so fewer up-and-coming female authors see themselves represented in the genre, so fewer women submit their novels (or they go off to write romance), so fewer are published, so there are fewer to recommend, so... What I find particularly interesting about this: Quote from: Lanko on November 27, 2016, 01:10:02 AM ...is the almost exact same numbers reversed for SFF and YA. And I wonder if that's because fantasy featuring a female coming-of-age is likely to be sold as YA, whereas a similar male coming-of-age is likely to be straight SFF. For instance, Blake Charlton's Spellwright and Paul Hoffman's The Left Hand of God were both basically YA, but not published as such. Whereas, say, Miriam Forster's City of a Thousand Dolls was published as YA, but has precisely the same crossover audience big fantasy appeal. Never mind the Belgariad, or Magician, or all the other classics. A young man's journey to manhood is traditional fantasy territory. A young woman's is YA. (And I wonder if that, in turn, might be because women of all ages will read YA, but men mostly won't. I don't know, I'm just speculating.) That's a fantastic list. Regarding sub-genres, 50% of the top twenty are epic fantasy, and at first glance I'd say the rest of list is at least the same percentage, and a substantial portion of the rest of it is historical fantasy, urban fantasy mostly of the no-sex-please-we're-british variety (surprised to see Anne Rice on there, I would've called her horror), and other speculative miscellany. Quote from: Nora on November 27, 2016, 01:13:22 AM Should we make efforts in recommending more men in the fields that see few of them? Yes. If you read romance and make romance recommendations, it would be absolutely fantastic to see more attention being paid to male authors in the genre. Maybe if we can get a little gender parity in that genre, the severity and frequency of people talking down to it and its readers will reduce. But the question here is: do we consider female authors enough when making recommendations in spec fic? And yes, I care. Then again, I'm biased: I'm a female wannabe author. I hope that if I write a good book, I will have an equal chance of getting word-of-mouth sales traffic, and not just from the forums where I'm a member. I still honestly don't see what's so onerous about taking a moment, when making recommendations, to consider whether there are also/more ladies whose works might be appropriate for the list. If that leads to you considering or even reading more female-written fantasy, that's a bonus! But seriously, read whatever you like. No one's saying otherwise. Though if people do want to extend their reading, we could offer recommendations for female authors based on other favourites?	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0021.json.gz/line149
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__label__cc	0.741018	0.258982	General => Art & Music => Topic started by: Mr Match on June 18, 2005, 06:48:40 PM Title: NIRVANA Post by: Mr Match on June 18, 2005, 06:48:40 PM who here thinks this band is freakin awsome? cuz i know that i love'm :bounce: Post by: jsmith71 on June 18, 2005, 06:55:47 PM I won't get into it, and I know LOTS of people love 'em, but if you want my opinion... I think Nirvana is for the most part crap. Grunge never did anything for me, not to mention all these people I keep running into at jams who are inspired by Kurt and have been playing for a couple years yet can only play patterns of power chords up and down the neck... :P BUT... I know Kurt Kobain was influencial to music and all that, I just really don't (didn't?) care for his music or his attitude. But that's just me, like I said before there are plenty of people who love the music and I've got no problem with that. Post by: moochthemonkey on June 18, 2005, 07:07:18 PM Kurt Cobain definetly wasn't the most talented at guitar. And I'm usually not into the less complex 4/3 power chord stuff, but for some reason the band Nirvana really appeals to my music taste. Post by: marzecTM on June 18, 2005, 09:07:32 PM please get grown up and listen to aic :p Post by: Deleter on June 18, 2005, 10:21:37 PM never heard a nirvana song :D ...sigh... i pitty you fools for not opening your minds up enought to enjoy his music. but everyone has there right to what there belief is, so i wont push the subject. and I pity you for not appreciating the enlish language enough. There refers to a place ("A dog is sitting there") or is used like "there is a dog.". Their, is used to show ownership by a group..... Also, you must realize that it is not just opening up our minds. Music means many different things to different people. To think that if we don't all agree because our minds are closed, that is backwards. It's the other way around. Personally, I am not feeling any lack in my music enjoyment, so don't feel any need to pity me. Post by: jsmith71 on June 19, 2005, 12:18:01 AM It's not that I'm closed-minded, I just don't enjoy his music much. You're perfectly entitled to your opinion. :) Post by: Mech1031 on June 19, 2005, 02:12:19 AM and i pitty you for being so close-minded. it's not that people aren't open minded, it's that the music itself (in it's complexity) kinda sucked. but, of course, the teenyboppers fled to the crimescene and screamed like idiots, thus, making it popular. if you want to listen to grunge, try motherlovebone or mudhoney, not pop-music like nirvana. and yes, kurt kobain killed himself because he had become what he hated, a pop-star. Post by: marzecTM on June 19, 2005, 07:56:43 AM hehe nice try, i own all nirvana records as i was once like you, young. nirvana have some really nice songs no doubt about that. but as other ppl already stated their music lacks complexity and cobain was neither a good singer nor a good guitar player. listen to alice in chains or mudhoney or the screaming trees or sound garden or helmet or or or.... if you want to give more modern aproaches a try listen to tool a perfect circle. those have the by far most complex patterns in their music ( granted there's a lot of metal bands that are more sophisticated in terms of guitar playing but you can't find any better drumming out there. ) again nirvana is nice to some extend but not outstanding. it's a hype and you fell for it.... Post by: Pete on June 19, 2005, 09:52:58 AM Quote from: "Something Awful" If I hear another shuffly-haired VH1 twerp pundit smirk out a sardonic little nip of garlic about how Nirvana saved us from hair metal, I’m going to swear off of bad pop-culture-based cable programming forever. Nirvana didn’t save us from shit. They just happened to wander across the teetering fulcrum of shitty eighties music and tip it towards shitty nineties music. I’m no hair metal apologist, but do you think I’m going to thank Cobain for popularizing the humorless angst-sludge that we’re still trying to get rid of today? No way. Grunge basically turned into its own form of hair-metal eventually by way of Creed and Nickelback. Am I blaming Kurt Cobain for stuff that went down way after his death? Yeah, I pretty much am. His suicide made him a martyr, and now we’ll never be rid of him, and he’s galvanized hordes of young longhairs to clench their teeth and make some really serious shit. Also, “Smells Like Teen Spirit” was and still is a major bore. I’d take Skid Row any day. At least “I’ll Remember You” moved around a little. Post by: Sumo Jo on June 19, 2005, 11:25:44 AM Quote from: "Pete" SA quote Does this mean you're a goon Pete? Quote from: "marzecTM" ( granted there's a lot of metal bands that are more sophisticated in terms of guitar playing but you can't find any better drumming out there. ) Actually... Gene Hoglan of Strapping Young Lad. (and many others)--Listen to his drumming. Not JUST fast and crazily complex (it is when it needs to be) but also has lots of style. There are quite a few amazing drummers out there from both metal and jazz bands. (yes I said jazz :wink: ) i would never dare to compare a jazz drummer to a pop band drummer or anything the like. yes you are right there's plenty of good other drummers in the alternative scene. the dresden dolls drummer for example has a very interesting style. never listened to the band you mentioned i will check it out. Post by: Pete on June 19, 2005, 06:34:03 PM Quote from: "Sumo Jo" I'm not a Something Awful forum member, but I read the site regularly. Great place. Post by: matt2jones on June 19, 2005, 06:37:25 PM actually I listened to In Utero for the first time last night... or the night before, and it sounded okay to my drunken ears. I've always been interested in Nirvana, but I've never been able to make myself like them... So much potential wasted on stupid comedy and being 'weird'... and slow, and that stupid artistic idea that 'shit doesn't have to make sense'... fucking pop-art. As far as complexaty goes, my most musically competant friend (18, brought out an electronica album) thinks the fucking world of them, and he's not one to fall for style over substance (he spits on every punk/metal band I show him apart from System and Mr. Bungle)... So I trust there is actually something worthwhile in there, but, like most, I do not see it. Post by: Jofers on June 19, 2005, 09:21:00 PM Nirvana was a good band. I think people who treat them as some kind of hero need to get over it, but they wrote catchy music. Guitar's weak, but it was played by the lead singer so he's partially excused. I can't understand people who say Nirvana's crap, on a rock standard it beats most of the crap that gets put out today amist the sea of emo/punk-pop garbage that dominates radio. Even the metal that gets put out today sucks. Normally there's something to use as a golden standard for music, something that sets one song apart from another, like interesting riffs or something. Most metal music today is just some jerk strumming random chords as loud as he can and reading some crapy poetry of his while clearing his throat or something (what are they doing?), they might as well bring back the hair bands. But Kurt Cobain certainly didn't invent grunge, he just put it on MTV. There were a lot more interesting bands that came before him. Post by: Mech1031 on June 19, 2005, 09:41:57 PM Motherlovebone created grunge in seattle (in my opinion anyways) years before nirvana was even in the bare bone stages of a band. I actually got into an argument with someone because they said "nirvana created grunge". when i showed them some Motherlovebone and Mudhoney, his reply was "see, thats not grunge." i thought i would hear him out first, so i asked him: "well then, what does grunge supposed to sound like?" and his answer pissed me off even more, it was: "like nirvana, the band who created it." this is why you never talk to someone wearing a blink-182 shirt and FuBu jeans. Quote from: "Jofers" Most metal music today is just some jerk strumming random chords as loud as he can and reading some crapy poetry of his while clearing his throat or something (what are they doing?), they might as well bring back the hair bands. I strongly disagree. Yes, there is an AMAZING amount of simply terrible metal bands around today, and sadly they're about all you hear about if you don't go looking for the good ones. Same with MANY other genres. There are lots of great metal bands around today, and not all of them the "ZOMG BR00TAL EXTREME" style. (though there are some so-called 'extreme metal' bands I quite like) For example, some 'modern' bands of various styles-- Persuader, Korpiklaani, Manowar (YES they're still around like it or not :wink: ), Annihilator (still going as well)... And of course then there's the whole Judas Priest reunion thing... Let's see, there's Biomechanical who started pretty recently, that is some real talented metal... Dragonforce are fairly recent... Anyway, I just can't stand stereotyping or generalizations. Yes, lots of the 'metal' that gets attention nowadays is hardly metal at all. Like I said, same with plenty of other genres. There's plenty of great metal nowadays if you're looking for it. Anyway... rant over... Post by: Dr_Davenstein on June 19, 2005, 10:27:05 PM The Beatles. They were the best... period. They're like 4 generations before me, but I love their music so much. Post by: Sumo Jo on June 19, 2005, 10:44:12 PM The forum is better :). Seeing as I've never even seen the forum, I can only guess, but I'm assuming you mean better in the sense that it has such an amazing host of assholes and idiots that it becomes hilarious. :P (I'm not trying to flame here. That's just been one of the reasons what I've seen of SA has actually been amusing :wink: the whole cynical shock value thing... ala maddox...) My favorite band. :P Quote from: "Deleter" Quote from: "Josiah Tobin" It's a lot different than Maddox, unless you were saying you got the impression from maddox (who joined the forums where everyone told him they didn't like his page, so he left). It's basically a megaforum, it has a ton of subforums with all different topics with people who know a lot about each subject. There are people from all aspects of life and different jobs and such. Basically a community like any other forum. I was saying the forum was better than the site because practically everything shown on the site was created by people in the forum. I guess you have to be a member to see, it's basically everything you'll need from a forum, in one forum. As for saying the people are assholes, well it can be the same as the rest of the world. People in general can be assholes, it's how the world works. Although they aren't too tolerant of stupid questions and newbies going "First post, lol!" it's not a hard place to figure out. The idea is to ween out the morons so you have a good posting community. Hence the reason you pay and the reason idiots get banned. The forum hopes to only have the best. And now I've typed more than I do for most of my papers at uni. Post by: Radical Raccoon on June 20, 2005, 05:54:14 AM Nirvana's fun to listen on the radio every now and then, but I don't like them enough to go and buy their music. Post by: Anonymous on June 21, 2005, 07:33:02 AM nirvana was good, and yes, simple. the first songs i ever learned on guitar were nirvana songs, and to be quite honest, theres something almost magical in music that the average person can sit and play for people and they recognize it. its really rewarding and nice. cobains voice did kinda suck, but sometimes it was just perfect for the music that went along with it. and like someone said, he was singing all that crap and playing too. thas actually really freakin hard :p i guess nirvana wasnt the best band ever but the music brings back a lot of good memories for me, good times, good music, really. as much as you can say they just 'happened' to be on some kind of 'fulcrum' i do honestly believe that they ushered in a new age of music. and yes a like a lot of nu-metal stuff. how about old-skool KoRn? bizkit ( i mean like 3 dollar bill ) incubus (old stuff, again) i dont think this kinda stuff would be around without nirvana becoming so mainstream. i think they kind of enabled it and people that say jazz and metal is two totally different things; slipknot's drummer is heavily influenced by jazz... you can really hear it if you listen ;) oh come on singing and playing the guitar is not that hard. especially taking into account that that guy played the guitar for more then 10 years when bleach came out. so this argument is lame. he was just not a good singer, but yes sometimes the voice was perfect in some situations. just don't ever listen to a live recording. on korn, lb and incubus. dunno korn is the only band that WAS good, lb simply sucks and incubus... dunno don't like them alot. maybe you should mention silverchair as they were really more of the nirvana kind of band though the singer was a lot better ( the songs sucked though ). i know how it feels to play some songs in front of some ppl and they sing along. as you said nirvana fits perfectly in such situations as every donkey knows their songs. to bad nobody can sing along to tool or apc songs :p to bad nobody can sing along to tool or apc songs :p my cousin was listening to the grudge the other day, i almost burst out laughing when i heard his impression of manyard. I guess i'm the only one in my family who is even close to his voice =P Post by: Anonymous on June 21, 2005, 12:12:05 PM cause i threww u the obvious to seeee what occurs behind the eyeesss... ;DDDDDDD apc & tool Rulez Post by: Radical Raccoon on June 21, 2005, 04:57:25 PM the new metallica is easy to sing along to... PURRRRIFYYY!!!!!!!!! can't you help me PUUURRRRIIIFFYYYYIIIYYIIYYY!!!!!!! the new metallica is easy to puke by as well...... :evil: SAAAAIIIIIYAYAIIAIINT AAAANGGAAAAAAAAAH ...I think that horse died ages ago. :lol: Post by: SBM Productions on August 01, 2005, 05:59:50 AM One thing I know for sure, currently one of the best bands around now is Gorillaz. There's successful fusion right there..Anyone else a Gorillaz fan? I saw a live video of them once...it was amazing... Post by: Anonymous on August 01, 2005, 06:26:53 AM gorillaz is old, and no offense, but they seem quite ...er, done ;P just 2 days ago i heard nirvana 'smells like teen spirit' on the radio as i was going to this lil.. gathering of people.. and i still put up the \m/ sign and headbanged like fu** to it :D more like body banged (that sounds weird :o) quite done? enlighten me Cha0s... Post by: jsmith71 on August 01, 2005, 07:44:01 AM Quote from: "Cha0s" Pff. Headbanging to Nirvana... tsk. Tsk, tsk tsk. Shame. :-? ...Alright fine, I'll stop the Nirvana bashing ;) On a more serious note, I haven't heard much stuff from Gorrilaz, but what I have heard didn't seem all that special. Maybe that's what Cha0s meant by 'done'. Considering currently music favours horrible hip hop music, emo punk and tart pop(what happened to 80s pop??) Gorillaz sounds alot different. Granted they're not really bringing anything new to the table, but I still love them to death. Their videos really tip the scales against other artists... as usual IMHO Post by: jsmith71 on August 01, 2005, 08:16:52 PM Hmm, haven't seen any of their videos. Most of the stuff I heard just didn't really pull me in, to be honest. Just not really my thing I guess. :P Oh, also... I just noticed that "best band ever" has suddenly disappeared from this topic title... :wink: Post by: Mech1031 on August 02, 2005, 01:21:12 AM the gorillaz, thats chill music right there. Me and the guys sometimes have Feel good inc. playing in the background of whatever we're doing; wether it's playin cards or watching tv. yeah, thats right, we don't watch tv with sound anymore. only subtitles, it's an entirely different experience, kinda like reading a book but with a picture for every word =P however i wouldn't call the Gorillaz the best band ever, sure they are good, but you can't really define any single band as the "best ever". also, I just got back from a Static-X concert the other day, now THAT is head bangin stuff (pffft, even the thought of nirvana being metal makes me colder.) Post by: Radical Raccoon on August 02, 2005, 01:52:19 AM Gorillaz sucks. okay, if nirvana sux so much then make a new song , like rock, or whatever you choose, that is different from anything else before, and make it so good that millions of people love it. then you can really say they suck and i didnt say gorillaz suck, i only said theyre done, they seemed like kind of a one hit wonder. and they had their hit so... theyre done :P Well yes, I can say they suck. Know why? Because to me, they do. :P Sure lots of people like them. I'm not going to go on a crusade to stop them listening to it or anything, I just don't like the music. (eg. it sucks in my opinion ;)) Doesn't sound 'new' or 'different' to me either, just rather simplified rock/pop-punk with APPARENT 'metal influences' but personally I don't really hear many. That's kinda what grunge is to me, just... simplified and frankly somewhat boring. (I'd comment on the vocals in general but not ALL grunge is too 'whiny' or whatever term I might use :P ) Also, I usually don't judge the extent of the fanbase as indication of a band's worth. For example I love quite a few bands you probably haven't ever heard of, and there is a LOT of terrible mainstream music out there-- not to say it ALL sucks, but to me a whole lot of it is pretty bad. Anyway, no grudge or anything. That's just why I think Nirvana sucks. :wink: Quote from: "Cobain" what else can i say? Chill out (funny, coming from me)-- I never said "nirvana sucks", I said "In my opinion, nirvana sucks" because I personally do not like the music. I like (band #1), you do not! You're gay dude! Your taste in music sucks! No, all I'm saying is I personally don't like (band #1), I personally prefer (band #2). Well, all I can say is that (quote from famous musician belonging to band #1 about how much people suck) Post by: Dr_Davenstein on August 02, 2005, 06:25:01 PM They're not so bad... not my favorite band, but they are musically interesting. Post by: Anonymous on August 02, 2005, 06:52:50 PM yeah man, sorry if i seem not 'chilled' but i guess ill just say this: i think anyone thats under the age of 25 that says nirvana is boring, etc, is only sayingit to be different Post by: Radical Raccoon on August 02, 2005, 07:21:14 PM Is it really that hard to accept the fact that some people just don't like Nirvana? Why would I say it to be 'different'? That's not something I usually do in the first place. :P I just don't care for them. Quote from: "Radical Raccoon" sort of :P Quote from: "...but Weird Al" What is this song all about? Can't figure any lyrics out How do the words to it go? I wish you'd tell me, I don't know Don't know, don't know, don't know, oh no! Don't know, don't know, don't know... Now I'm mumblin' and I'm screamin' And I don't know what I'm singin' Crank the volume, ears are bleedin' I still don't know what I'm singin' We're so loud and incoherent Boy, this oughta bug your parents Post by: Condor on August 22, 2005, 05:17:02 AM Nirvana & Guns N Roses 4ever :P ARE YOU BLIND?! almost, from having to look at your face o.o Post by: Mr Match on August 22, 2005, 02:40:20 PM :rotfl: Post by: Z!re on August 22, 2005, 04:36:26 PM Go cha0s!	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0021.json.gz/line154
__label__cc	0.734851	0.265149	Feature Ideas User Experience and Rockbox- A rethink required? Author Topic: User Experience and Rockbox- A rethink required? (Read 19868 times) adityabhandari Rockbox is an amazing and powerful achievement. I own an iPod video 5g and for me, rockbox was a godsend that allowed me to break free from itunes and its tyrannies. As much as I love rockbox, I have to say that while a great amount has been accomplished in terms of functionality, the user experience has not been paid due attention. The user interface is very, well, developer like :]. If we want rockbox to be truly embraced, even by the non-technical users, we need to give the user-experience a rethink, and not just a facelift. As a trained usability engineer, I am very interested in collaborating with people interested in taking forward the UX cause. Re: User Experience and Rockbox- A rethink required? Can you give us your design then for how you'd do it please? We often get people coming in here saying they don't like the user interface - but no-one ever offers any actual improvements. One thing worth remembering - a lot of the usability hindrances (such as crowded button maps or the basic list-based user interface) are also strengths in other ways. The user interface is very developer-ey because it was designed by developers who actually use these players, and want powerful access to many features. While this leads to a UI that requires some learning, I'm sure it would be frowned upon if replacement ideas simplified things at the cost of some of the power advanced users expect to be at their fingertips. The relatively simple text-based view also allows the UI to easily be driven blindly with the addition of voice prompts, and any future UI ideas should remember that a not-insignificant user group is sightless or visually impaired. And we don't want to remove or hide options (unless the same functionality can be achieved in another way). However, as GodEater said - we are open to improvements, but nobody who says the interface is bad ever actually gives any workable solutions (other than silly things like remove half the options, or make it like an ipod etc.) I too would be interested to know more specifically what you don't like about Rockbox's current UI, and how you think it can be improved. You need to consider Rockbox's limitations though - it runs on many different devices, each with different LCD types and (more importantly) different numbers of buttons, and buttons with different names printed on them. In order to make Rockbox development (and support) more manageable, we want Rockbox to behave as consistently as possible across all these different devices. We wouldn't want to have to maintain 20 different UIs, each optimised to work perfectly on one particular device. For an idea of the range of devices Rockbox needs to run on, see here: http://www.rockbox.org/wiki/DeviceChart Don't be put of by the slightly negative replies you've been receiving - it's simply because you're not the first person to say what you're saying, but no concrete proposals have ever been made. I wish you luck! What a response! Thanks for all the info. Here are a few of my doubts/comments based on what has been mentioned so far. Please bear with me if you find them to be childish or uninformed. I ask them with the intention of encouraging more discussion :- @linuxstb "it runs on many different devices"- I feel final optimizations still need to be in place. However, we can bring some sense of consistency across all platforms by adopting common UI patterns. Can someone give me information regarding the display options available on B/W players, e.g., for color screen players we can use jpgs, what do we use in case of B/W players? Also, do we support .svg/ .png graphic files? If not, would we, in the future? @AlexP:"we don't want to remove or hide options"- By default, nothing should be hidden, but I guess, we can atleast give the user the choice to decide what he wants to see/hide? E.g.: my ipod 5 g doesn't support recording and hence I have no use for it, I want to hide it. @Llorean: "lot of the usability hindrances (such as crowded button maps or the basic list-based user interface) are also strengths in other ways"- crowded button maps?? Also, I am not against the list-based UI, it's nice. I just feel that we can work to enhance the already existing UI. @Llorean: "powerful access to many features..."-The access needs to be in place, for sure, that's what Rockbox is all about! However, these UIs can look and work better. E.g. Text Entry in ipod 5G is certainly not very convenient, to put it mildly. Also, the "graphical equalizer" does offer advanced control over the sound but isn't very easy to use. It doesn't do much in terms of informing the user(especially a novice user) about the meaning of say, "LS" or "PK1". @GodEater: I intend to provide UI mock ups of my suggestions. arf arf Features such as recording do only appear on players which support them. The iPod 5G is perfectly capable of recording, the line-in pins are on the dock connector. Is the manual's description of the graphical equaliser not sufficient? There really isn't room to go into a detailed discussion of what the EQ settings mean on the device, especially on devices with small screens... some kind of ARM guy. ipodvideo/gigabeat-s/h120/clipv2. to save time let's assume i know everything. Quote from: adityabhandari on December 17, 2009, 08:53:50 AM The UI is already consistent across devices, and things like bmp backdrops, jpeg album art etc are supported where possible. Other formats are unlikely, these are limited resource devices. I strongly suggest that you try out other players using the simulator before making any suggestions. Configurable menus are a huge bag of worms. Search for previous discussions on this on the forums, IRC and the mailing list. Normally features that are not supported are not offered, torne beat me to why. We need actual idea here, not just that something isn't nice. And please read the manuals/check the sims first, so you don't suggest things that already exist/are done. It'll also help you to get an idea of what is possible across targets. All that being said, we do want improvements (we have just got rather cynical that anyone will actually do anything other than list what they don't like « Last Edit: December 17, 2009, 09:13:49 AM by AlexP » Can someone give me information regarding the display options available on B/W players, e.g., for color screen players we can use jpgs, what do we use in case of B/W players? Also, do we support .svg/ .png graphic files? We use bitmaps, not jpgs. See the themeing options, no graphics should really be incorporated into Rockbox itself. .svg and .png are somewhat unlikely. You shouldn't be thinking of UI improvements in terms of graphics - themeing options exist for graphics. You should be thinking in terms of usability. E.g.: my ipod 5 g doesn't support recording and hence I have no use for it, I want to hide it. Actually, your player does support recording. Features that are useless aren't included to save RAM. crowded button maps?? Many people complain about the fact that there are sometimes different features on a tap of a button compared to holding it down, or that some features are activated by pressing multiple buttons simultaneously. It doesn't do much in terms of informing the user(especially a novice user) about the meaning of say, "LS" or "PK1". These are terms someone familiar with equalizers would know, and it's not really possible for the UI to explain technical details, just like it doesn't explain "bitrate" or "sample rate" for recording users. If these need explaining they should be in the manual. It's not really the place of the UI to educate users. Remember that it's also bad to waste RAM. You can't just include everything everyone might want in the UI. These players have limited processors and limited available memory and there's generally a benefit to using as few total resources as possible (with RAM being, generally, more freely available than CPU time). These are terms someone familiar with equalizers would know, and it's not really possible for the UI to explain technical details, just like it doesn't explain "bitrate" or "sample rate" for recording users. Actually, I was wondering about how much of a performance issue would it be if can display a kind of a tooltip which would inform the user about the intended usage/description of the item. Also, I think that space would not be an issue in most players, there's plenty of it available in mine below the equaliser UI. On a side note, a reason why the equaliser is hard to understand could be that it doesn't look anything like a real equaliser would look like! Most of them are vertical as opposed to the horizontal layout in Rockbox. The Tooltip feature could be used in several places, but not ALL, it could prove to be a valuable enhancement, but only if used judiciously. Is the manual's description of the graphical equaliser not sufficient? Good design helps us to understand a product- the user should not have to rely on the manual. Oh! I am totally sold on the versatility of these babies. They give the user so much more power, especially at their fingertips . They need not go away. However, we could look into reasons why people face problems while using them and take a call if we indeed need to change this feature or not. I strongly suggest that you try out other players using the simulator before making any suggestions. thanks alex, I will. I hope they're all as easy to get up and running as the one for ipod 5g video. I always struggle with the idea that something we use frequently should be intuitive - actually I think that the opposite is true - you're going to use it frequently so it is worth your while getting to learn how to use it and be able to use the thing to its greatest capability. Driving a car is hardly intuitive but we almost all take the effort to spend weeks or months to master the user interface, same for the keyboard in front of you now. I don't want a dumbed down useless Rockbox - there's the Original Firmware with its pretty, but useless, pretend GUI for folk that like that. Tool tips are horrible, they really slow you down and get very annoying. Your ipod video has one of the biggest screens (in fact the biggest of the standard targets) - most do not have plenty of room at all. Quote from: Multiplex on December 17, 2009, 09:35:15 AM Agreed, I am also not aiming to propose designs that dumb-down the beast that we have. Products that are designed for first time use, ie, to accommodate even the dumbest of the users, get used only once. And we're aiming to streamline rockbox for the fairly advanced users only. Quote from: AlexP on December 17, 2009, 09:37:29 AM Probably the reason why it's UI looks as if it's been designed to cover only half the screen Nevermind, it was just a suggestion, my recommendations would not come in before I've been through all the simulators « Last Edit: December 17, 2009, 09:42:15 AM by adityabhandari » Tooltips then require another button to pop them up, screen real-estate (the iPod you use has one of the largest screens, most players have far less), either RAM use or disk accesses when they're loaded. And those are just the obvious drawbacks. As for how it looks, most of the players have screens wider than they are tall so the equalizer more readily fits rotated as it is. Are you really saying that it's confusing to users that something has simply been rotated? It is physically impossible to design something above a certain degree of complexity without requiring reading. Including tooltips in the product is just a way of disguising the manual as the software - for something you use regularly and want to keep lean isn't it better to keep them separate and individually efficient? Also, keep in mind that Rockbox isn't a product. Sure, we would like people to use and enjoy it, but we don't have to go for the lowest common denominator in order to chase sales. I keep trying to counter my negative points with positive ones, so here goes again - we do want it to be as good and easy to use as possible, but the primary focus is the developers. I think we can expect people who decide to replace the firmware on their players to read a little if needed. They absolutely have to for the install at the very least.	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0021.json.gz/line158
__label__cc	0.580146	0.419854	info@eufundingaccelerator.com Courses Page Courses Detail You are never going to have breakthrough ideas without risk – Dr Hermann Hauser High-risk, high-reward ideas in areas such as artificial intelligence (AI), blockchain and synthetic biology are typical contenders for support from the EU’s new European Innovation Council (EIC), which aims to help European innovators and entrepreneurs scale up their ideas internationally, according to Dr Hermann Hauser, serial entrepreneur, who is a founding partner of Amadeus Capital and founder of ARM in the UK. He heads up the EIC advisory board, which on 20 November published their first set of recommendations for the future direction of the EIC. A three-year EIC pilot was launched on 27 October. Can you give us the crux of what this entails? ‘The scaling-up process is our top problem in Europe, and you’ve got to start very early in the process, telling companies even as they start what the next step of the process will be so that they can get themselves ready for that. ‘(The EIC pilot) will start with very early funding instruments to give researchers and small companies an opportunity to prototype their ideas and do feasibility studies, and then, when they grow into larger projects, to give them much more support in this second stage. Concretely, it brings together the parts of Horizon 2020 that provide funding, advice and networking opportunities for those at the cutting edge of innovation, such as the SME Instrument, the Fast Track to Innovation (FTI) and the Future and Emerging Technologies programme (FET Open). It is a first step towards a fully fledged EIC.’ What is the inspiration for the fully fledged EIC? ‘What we are trying to do with the EIC is to replicate the success of the European Research Council by ensuring that we support innovation in Europe in the same way that the European Research Council has supported research in Europe. If the pilot of the EIC is successful, as we very much hope it will be, we believe that we will be able to expand that substantially for the framework programme line (the EU’s research funding programme) after 2020, where we do believe that the EIC must be a key pillar.’ You’ve recommended that, as with the European Research Council, the EIC focuses on excellence rather than political or geographical criteria. Is this about supporting the person rather than the idea? ‘I wouldn’t say that but, like the European Research Council, there is no condition on having multiple countries involved in the project. It can be single countries and it can also be single companies. There is an emphasis on the entrepreneur and the talented people, that’s right, but the quality of the idea is very important, too. For that reason, we are recommending to apply a bottom-up approach and to design the evaluation and selection of EIC Awards (the funding it allocates) in ways that promote excellence, enable risk taking and align interest with investors, in particular private ones.’ Video courses to build new skills from start to finish. ‘Europe has a phenomenal reputation for world-class research, but our ability to make the best of our research in our economy is not as good as it is in America.’ Dr Hermann Hauser (Chair, European Innovation Council High Level Group) Please enter comment. ← Swarming drones could help fight Europe’s megafires HORIZON 2020: Do you want to join and share EUR 80 billion? → BECOME AN EU FUNDING MANAGER Join thousand of EU funding managers and earn money or get a job EU Funding Accelerator & Academy is a great place to start your knowledge of using funds and grants from European Commission until 2020. P: +389 78 38 50 60 Dimitrie Cupovski No.5 Macedonija, Skopje and/or Schuman 11, European Quarter, 1000 Brussels Why Edugate Western Balkan Countries Innovation EU Funding Student Exchange Program Sessions 2018 H2020 & EU Funds PARTNERSHIP BUILDING Brokerage Events’ Lifelong Education is for Everyone © 2018 Finnovaregio, EMKICE-The Euro Macedonian KIC and Ilumine Center for EU Funds&ICT copy rights for the EU Funding Accelerator & Academy	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0021.json.gz/line161
__label__cc	0.697364	0.302636	Cameroon › Bahrain › Jordan › Mexico › ART Apply ART filter HIV/AIDS Prevention Apply HIV/AIDS Prevention filter HIV/AIDS Testing Apply HIV/AIDS Testing filter Sexual Violence Apply Sexual Violence filter Violence Apply Violence filter X Remove Cameroon filter Cameroon X Remove Bahrain filter Bahrain X Remove Jordan filter Jordan X Remove Mexico filter Mexico corridor_for_website.png Evaluation of MSF-OCB Corridor Programs for Key populations, 2018 Since 2014, MSF has been implementing health programs for key populations (KP) mainly along a major transport corridor running through Mozambique and Malawi. This evaluation was conceived to evaluate each program individually, and then to look at all programs comparatively in order to discern which interventions were most effective. Furthermore, the intention was to consider the sum of the MSF experience in these programs to infer an optimal model of care that responds best to the health needs. This evaluation was conducted by Richard Bedell & Victoria Bungay under the management of the Stockholm Evaluation Unit of MSF. Finalized in December 2018. Hospital Management Review In the last few years, MSF OCG has developed an Operational Policy with the ambition to increase and improve the quantity and quality of secondary health care structures (or inpatient care). This recognition has prompted the organization to take a closer look at the challenges, lessons and accomplishments in terms of hospital management to develop strategies that will enable the organization to successfully set up, govern, implement and exit inpatient projects in all types of contexts. MSF revival in refugee camp: capitalization of the OCG emergency response in Tanzania With the deterioration of the political context in Burundi since April 2015 more than 140,000 refugees have arrived in Tanzania. The refugees are hosted in three camps in Kigoma region, together with 83,000 Congolese refugees living in Nyarugusu camp for almost 20 years. The initial influx of Burundi refugees coincided with a cholera outbreak in Kigoma region, which triggered an immediate MSF emergency response in May 2015. This rapidly shifted with the movement of refugees from the lake shore of Tanganyika to the Nyarugusu camp. This publication was produced at the request of MSF OCG, under the management of the ViennaEvaluation Unit. It was prepared independently by Alena Koscalova and Yann Lelevrier. Humanitarian support to refugees - against all odds: lessons learned from OCG's response to the influx of Central African refugees in Cameroon in 2014 In late 2013 and early 2014, thousands of people fled the Central African Republic (CAR) to neighbouring Cameroon. MSF OCG provided health care to the refugee population in Garoua-Boulai and Gbiti, which was characterized by high mortality rates, malnutrition rates over twice the emergency threshold and an uncontrolled measles outbreak. This publication was produced at the request of MSF OCG, under the management of the Vienna Evaluation Unit. It was prepared independently by Catherine Lalonde. australia_medical_unit.png MSF Australia Medical Unit - a Reflective The Medical Unit (MU; previously Project Unit) in MSF Australia was established in 2005 to develop a co-ownership of the field operations and expand MSF Australia’s involvement with MSF OCP. Today it includes technical advice for OCP operations as well as training and communication on activities relating to women and child health. The objective of the reflective was to summarize and analyse the contribution of the Medical Unit of MSF Australia to reproductive, women’s and children’s health within the operational capability of MSF OCP. This publication was produced at the request of MSF OCP, under the management of the MSF Vienna Evaluation Unit. It was prepared independently by David Curtis and Nicole Henze. This evaluation was conducted by David Curtis and Nicole Henze on behalf of the MSF Vienna Evaluation Unit. REVIEW OF MSF ADVOCACY 2010 - 2015 This report is a review of advocacy within the MSF movement from 2010-2015. Commissioned by the core ExCom, the aim of this review was to explore the effectiveness of MSF advocacy and produce recommendations to improve its approach, coordination and organization in support to operations within the movement. Two external evaluation consultants, Glenn O’Neil and Liesbeth Schockaert, conducted the review with the support of Nirupama Sarma who carried out a complementary review of the Access Campaign (AC). This publication was produced at the request of MSF International, under the management of the Vienna Evaluation Unit. It was prepared independently by Glenn O'Neil and Liesbeth Schockaert, with contributions from Nirupama Sarma. cover_teaser.jpg EXECUTIVE SUMMARY: Humanitarian challenges in a non-armed violence context - OCG interventions in Mexico and Honduras In recent years, MSF has noted that ‘social violence’ is strongly linked to health exclusion and dysfunctional health systems. Therefore, the Operational Centre Geneva (OCG) initiated an intervention in Honduras in 2010 and a project in Nuevo Laredo, Mexico in January 2014. The current evaluation aims to determine the pertinence, appropriateness, effectiveness and impact of the OCG projects in Honduras and Mexico in responding to identified needs. This publication was produced at the request of MSF OCG, under the management of the Vienna Evaluation Unit. It was prepared independently by Silvia Gurrola Bonilla, MSc. and Regina Escudero Durán, MD. Humanitarian challenges in a non-armed violence context - OCG interventions in Mexico and Honduras thumbnail.png Evaluation of the added value, benefits, challenges and risks of the MSF-UNITAID collaboration MSF has received UNITAID grants since 2013. For several financial, operational and opportunistic reasons, the opportunity and adequacy of receiving funds from UNITAID was questioned by the MSF medical and operational directors. In October 2014 the MedOp platform took a decision not to seek any further UNITAID funding for a one-year period-ending in October 2015. This evaluation was conducted by Nicole Henze on behalf of the Stockholm Evaluation Unit of MSF. Finalised in November 2015. This publication was produced at the request of MSF MedOp, under the management of the Stockholm Evaluation Unit. It was prepared independently by Nicole Henze.	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0021.json.gz/line163
__label__cc	0.673161	0.326839	« Soldier Field Features College Football on Saturday: Illinois v. Washington Bears Mailbag - Seven Burning (& Crazy) Questions » White Sox Fri Sep 13 2013 White Sox History Conjures Fuzzy Memories By Mike Chamernik Every morning I have the same internet ritual. I go to Uni Watch first, then saunter over to Mental Floss, The Worst Things for Sale, Deadspin, Sidespin, SportsPickle and, yes, Barstool Sports. Hey, what do you want? I'm a 23-year-old guy. But my favorite site to check each day is FuzzyMemories.TV, the Museum of Classic Chicago Television. It's one of the main reasons why I'm thankful for both the internet and for residing in Chicagoland. The site contains thousands of video clips. If you love nostalgia, or if you lived in the city during the '60s, '70s or '80s, you will spend countless hours poking around the site. You'll find old news segments with legendary anchors, TV show openings and closings, clips from Bozo and the Monster Rally Movie, dozens of classic local commercials and in-tact full commercial breaks. The work of the wildly talented Rich Koz, from Son of Svengoolie to the Koz Zone, is archived here as well. Tons of old Chicago sports videos live on Fuzzy Memories, too. You can see Bob Costas host a Bulls telecast, and you can watch Gale Sayers stop for gas at Cheker. Best yet, you can view plenty of White Sox-related videos. Here are some of my favorites. • Though it's not on the Fuzzy Memories website, the site's YouTube channel has live footage of the Disco Demolition night (above). In addition... • ... here's a great live news report from WMAQ-TV the night of Disco Demolition. Crazy to watch and read about 34 years after the fact; imagine (or think back to) sitting in your living room, expecting to watch some Sox-Tigers highlights and instead seeing fans, cops, litter and even fires on the field. • Here's Bobby Bonds reading a promo for bat day. Great shot of the Sox uniforms with the huge collars. And for whatever reason I get a kick out of Bonds' methodical reading and the "be there" and head turn at the end. • There are a few different clips on the site of Harry Carry singing the seventh inning stretch at Comiskey, and each one is awesome. • A couple trips down memory lane here in this entertaining profile on third baseman Eric Soderholm: the South Side hitmen, WMAQ's Tim Weigel, and a brief glimpse of Oscar Gamble's afro. • In 1978 the Sox ran this commercial to get people to come out to the park. "Na na na na, na na na na, hey hey hey, goodbye." • Things of a bygone era: Ribbie, Roobarb, and Sprite Magic Baseball. Yet, voiceover man Hawk Harrelson obviously remains. • I love when athletes act in local commercials. Here's an ad for Pizza Hut with Rich Dotson and Carlton Fisk. • Here's an interview in Spanish with Ibis Guillen, Ozzie's wife. Sure, I can't understand it, but it's redeemable with the "Power of Love" theme music and, well, the gorgeous Mrs. Guillen. • Fan footage from a June 1972 game. No sound, but great views of game action, fans, stadium, the original Svengoolie and the sweet red pinstriped Sox unis. • Part one of "Diamonds Aren't Forever," a series of interviews about the last days of old Comiskey Park. All six parts are on the site. • Commercial for White Sox broadcasts on 67 WMAQ, with a nun joke that is tasteful and isn't completely played out. • Harry Caray endorsed La Preferida Foods back in the day, and the ad is charmingly filled with baseball clichés ("if you want to hit a grand slam for your team...") and Caray's catchphrases ("Holy Cow what a meal!"). • Lastly, how about a trip back to the night the Sox clinched the AL West crown (Here's all five parts). Not to sound like John Madden, but this is what it's all about, right here. The Sox win it on a walk-off sac fly, the players (and fans) storm the field, and the guys pop and spray champagne in the clubhouse afterwards. This is something to watch over and over again, and feel the rush of the winning run and the unbridled joy expressed by everyone involved. The Sox finally won something, and finally reached the postseason again. September 17, 1983 was one awesome night. Or so I would imagine. Again, I'm only 23. 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__label__cc	0.61864	0.38136	Friday, December 07, 2007 1 Shootin Lucy \| Punk Rock Band \| Stork Club Oakland This is a music video shot impromptu at a place called The Stork Club on 2330 Telegraph Ave. I just happened to have my camera and they were cool with it. Here's the result! Labels: oakland, punk rock, san francisco, shootin lucy, stork club CNN / YouTube Debates - My Message To Steve Grove and Dave Bohrman This video and post present my message to Steve Grove, the News and Politics editor for CNN, and to Dave Bohrman, the Executive Producer of the CNN / YouTube Debates for CNN. My take is that CNN/YouTube was lucky to realize the ratings record that was set for the debate, and this was achieved for two reasons: 1) the time of year -- it's the fall holiday season, and 2) the fact that all of the Republican Presidential Candidates were there, which is no small feat. Still, CNN/YouTube handled this debate differently than the Democratic Debate. First, the level of promotion of the event was dramatically scaled back compared to the first. Second, there were fewer questions picked out of the 5,200 that were submitted : 34 questions versus 43 for the first debate. Third, there was an annoying tendency to pick Blacks who submitted questions about Black issues, when there were videos from people who were not Black, but did ask questions about Blacks and the Republican Party. (As a momentary aside, I think that practice shows an America that does not exist. It shows an America where only Blacks care about Black or minority issues, and not the real America, where a diverse set of people care about all Americans, and will ask questions regarding how Blacks are treated. To not show this -- the real America -- is criminal and paints America as far more racist than it really is. This country has come a long way and is better than it's ever been.) CNN/YouTube also didn't handle its video talent properly. In the video I present myself as an example. In the begining I was -- and still am -- part of the sample video for the CNN/YouTube Debates. I'm also on the YTDebates channel, at least as of this writing and you can see my photo on the channel here in this blog post. So when I learned that YouTubers were being flown out by Google to the debates, I thought -- rightfully -- that somone would call. Nope. Didn't happen. I also sent an inquiry to determine if this was the case, and didn't get an answer from Steve Grove. So it makes one wonder -- in this case, me -- what's going on over at CNN / YouTube and why they treat people in this way - or at least me. But given the thousands of people who have made and submitted videos, and the other talent that was promoted, I can't believe it's just me that had the problem. CNN itself showed little regard for my time when they contact me for the first debate. Three show producers contacted me separately and in one case I thought I was to get on a flight. Then didn't get a call back. Then was essentially made to wait for a few days, then got a call saying I wasn't being flown out, only to get a call from another show flying me to New York. What bothered me this time around was not that I was not called, but Steve didn't answer my emails attempting to learn what he and YouTube were going to do. If they'd said "Zennie, we don't need you this time", or "Hey CNN thinks you're an Obama supporter, and they've got a problem with that" then I'd be fine. I just wanted communication. I didn't get it. As for the debate itself there were a lot of problems in addtion to the ones I discussed above. Not a single video question on Health Care was presented, leaving one to think the Republican Party doens't care about it. Is that CNN's call or the Republican Party? One has to assume they were working together. But in eliminating that series of questions, CNN / YouTube and the Republican Party pissed off a country. Plus, CNN / YouTube did't tell video submitters they were going to do this, and the video makers -- given the Democratic Debate with YouTube, had full reason to think they would do so. Moreover, CNN / YouTube didn't tell anyone what they were going to do -- I learned it from CNN's David Bohrman being quoted in the New York Times. That's not good. In closing, I think CNN / YouTube owes YouTubers an appology and I'm also disappointed with how Steve Grove handled things this time around. I have high standards for him and I expect that -- givent the historic nature of what he's doing with YouTube and CNN that he will reach and maintain them. It's not personal -- I like Steve -- just professional. I don't know Dave Bohrman, but I expect that he's a fine and upstanding person who will take these crticisms to heart and act on them. I think all of us want to see the CNN / YouTube system reach its potential. Labels: barack obama, cnn, cnn youtube debates, hillary clinton, ron paul, youtube Wednesday, November 28, 2007 0 D.O.A. - Dead Or Alive - Movie Trailer Labels: D.O.A., dead or alive, dead or alive trailer, movie, movie trailer Facebookers Launch Official Petition Against Hillary Clinton's Insult In The Politico.com , it was reported that On Saturday, November 10th, Clinton advisers told reporters this about Barack Obama's voters: “Our people look like caucus-goers,” Grunwald said, “and his people look like they are 18. Penn said they look like Facebook.” Penn added, “Only a few of their people look like they could vote in any state.” This was reported by Roger Simon in his column today and the well-reported quip angered more than a few Facebook users. It was one of the dumbest errors commited by the Clinton campaign, and could serve as another nail in the coffin of her Presidential campaign. The Clinton camp's way too arrogant, and comments like those of Gruwald and Penn prove it. The anger of Facebook users has materialized into a petition against Hillary Clinton, which you can see and respond to with a click here. Labels: cbs, hillary clinton petition, nbc facebook, time Dr Donda West, Kanye West's Mom, Passes After Surgery Kanye's mother dies after surgery Kanye West often spoke about his close relationship with his mother The mother of rap star Kanye West has died at the age of 58 after cosmetic surgery developed complications. Dr Donda West, who managed the star's businesses and educational foundation and was the subject of his song Hey Mama, died in Los Angeles on Saturday. Her publicist Patricia Green said she passed away "as the result of complications from a cosmetic surgical procedure", but gave no more details. West's spokesman said the family "asks for privacy during this time of grief". The 30-year-old often spoke publicly of his close relationship with his mother. She raised him alone after her husband left when West was three. 'Inspirational' In Hey Mama, on West's 2005 album Late Registration, he sang: "Hey Mama, I wanna scream so loud for you, cuz I'm so proud of you. I appreciate what you allowed for me, I just want you to be proud of me." In May, she published the book Raising Kanye: Life Lessons from the Mother of a Hip-Hop Star, in which she paid homage to her famous son. She was chairwoman of the Kanye West Foundation, a non-profit organisation that aims to improve literacy and stop people dropping out of school. Ms Green said: "May Donda's work and deeds be an inspiration to each of us, may we start each day knowing that support of family and community are central to purpose." Labels: Donda West, Kanye West, music, Patricia Green, pop, rap Heroes On Hulu - Watch The Entire Episode "Out Of Time" Here, Now Live! Click on the arrow to watch the entire Heroes episode "Out of Time." Hulu is NBC's new website system that allows one to see HD-quality online versions of shows from NBC, CBS, and other providers. I don't see it as a YouTube replacement for reasons I state over at Zennie's Zeitgeist, but it's a fun system, none the less. Labels: cbs, heroes, nbc, youtube, zennie abraham Bionic Woman On Comcast On Demand - Saw It I just saw Bionic Woman on Comcast OnDemand. Click on this -- Bionic Woman -- to read my review of the pilot episode. Labels: bionic woman, david eick, michelle ryan, nbc Sunday, September 09, 2007 0 San Francisco Macy's Passport Video Features Bauer's Limosine This is a video that promotes Macy's Passport -- the fashion show to end all shows -- at Fort Mason, September 19th, 2007. The short message contains images of the Lexus 400h Hybrid Car, the rage for those going green, and can be rented at the page for Macy's Passport Labels: bauer's limos, macy passport, san francisco Sunday, August 19, 2007 0 Jersey Boys' Drew Gehling and My Mom @ REAF Benefit in S.F. Tickets at SBSTickets.com Labels: Drew Gehling, jersey boys, jersey boys tickets Everyone Likes CNN's Paula Zahn - Even The Limo Drivers! I'm still in New York City, having appeared on CNN's Roland Martin Debates to talk about the CNN / YouTube Debates program and its impact on society. But during this trip, what impressed me was the impact CNN's now departed Paula Zahn had on everyone around her. People love her. This was made clear to me by the limo driver who picked me up at JFK. He said "Paula, she was great. Most people (CNN anchors and contributors) just get in (the car) and don't say much. Paula, she asks you about your family, and how you're doing." This view was echoed by yet another driver with the firm that holds the CNN livery account. And it speaks to the character of the person that will be replaced by Cambell Brown. She's a truly good person, and the best way to know that is when other people say so. Labels: cnn, cnn roland martin debates, new york, nyc, paula zahn "SF Limo Service Tour \| Bauer's Limo Video" - Too Short's Song Is Key If there's one rap song of the modern era that has an "old school" feel to it, it's Too Short's "Blow The Whistle." Released in 2006, this make-you-get-up-and-dance tune is popular at clubs around the World. But what's not known is that it makes a great back drop for a commericial video. Take this one I made to promote Bauer's Limousines: Labels: bauer's limos, go dumb, hip hop, hyphy, sf limo, too short William Shatner On Kirk's Death In Star Trek: Generations - Video I just found a site called " Bring Back Kirk.com " which calls for Paramount to bring Star Trek's Captain Kirk back from the dead, where he was left after Star Trek: Generations. As part of this effort, they have this video where Shatner's talking about his objection to the plan to have Kirk killed. It's an insight into the kind of thinking that Shatner says Paramount had in making their decision. Shatner Responds: The Death Of Captain Kirk Labels: Captain Kirk, Star Trek, William Shatner Bonnie Piesse Is "Aunt Beru" From Star Wars Episode II and Episode III Actress Bonnie Piesse appeared at WonderCon in San Francisco and was kind enough to listen to my stupid question regarding her time playing "Aunt Beru" in Star Wars Episode II and Star Wars Episode III. In our conversation Bonnie explains that the baby she held was in fact not real, but was made to feel like a real baby. She also offered that George Lucas, who directed and produced the movies, was relaxed and easy to work with. Finally, Bonnie talks about her music and her album which is set to debut in late 2007. Labels: actress, bonnie piesse, hollywood, model, movies, singer, Star Wars Thursday, April 05, 2007 0 Don LaFontaine, John Leader, Al Chalk, Mark Elliot, and Nick Tate - Video Wow. Check out this video featuring the greatest movie voices of the modern age of movies. It features Don LaFontaine, John Leader, Al Chalk, Mark Elliot, and Nick Tate, all off to the Key Awards. Labels: Al Chalk, Don LaFontaine, John Leader, Mark Elliot, Nick Tate Sunday, March 11, 2007 0 "300" Movie Set To Make Over $60 Million - Largest March Opening According to Nikki Finke , the CGI-based epic "300" is set to earn a record $60 million, the largest ever take for a movie opening in March. I can say that the movie is a hit with teenage boys, who flock to see this in large groups, as I observed at the Sony Metrion in San Francisco. Or rather, I heard some screeming "300 tickets!" as I got off the BART train. I can't remember a movie that's really connected with this set since Spiderman. But this is more primal and that's due to the story and approach. It's a violent male-oriented movie, period. Here's a video: Labels: "300", $60, Largest, Make, March, Million, Opening, Over, Set, To Thursday, March 01, 2007 0 Ellen DeGeneres Gives Martin Scorsese A Script At The Academy Awards This is absolutely funny. I don't know if it was staged or spontaineous, but it made me laugh out loud. Labels: A, Academy Awards, At, Ellen DeGeneres, Gives, Martin Scorsese, Script, The Paris Hilton Smoking Crack? - ParisExposed Website Is Shut Down? I thought the ParisExposed website was shut down, but I find ParisExposed.tv, so I guess the party migrated, or something. As you may know, Paris Hilton's trying to get the website -- which has free videos of her doing "stuff" and picts of her smoking a crack pipe shown here -- shut down. Labels: Is, Paris Hilton, ParisExposed, Shut Down, Website Scott Storch Calls Timbaland The N Word What's interesting to me is that a White rapper is calling a Black performer the N-word in a music clip. Fascinating. Stupid, too. What's equally so is Paris Hilton using the word, as reported here. Here MediaTakeOut's view and explanation of all of this followed by the video itself and the song: February 27, 2007. In today's hip hop, diss songs are commonplace. But even a hip hop diss song has boundaries that aren't supposed to be crossed. And MediaTakeOut.com has learned that hip hop producer Scott Storch may have just crossed that boundary. Storch, who is Caucasian, has been publicly feuding with fellow producer Timbaland for months. And in a recent diss track, the Caucasian producer put all of his harsh feelings on wax. In the new song, entitled Built Like Dat, Storch blasts Timbaland with some scathing lyrics. The Caucasian producer uses the track to make some explosive allegations against his rival. For example, Storch claims that Timbaland is on steroids, and implies that the hit producer is a homosexual. But that's not the controversial part of the song. Near the end of the track, Storch uttered the verse, "Don't apologize [N Word], you can't even get your label to work right." And that verse, which was clearly aimed at Timbaland, is sending shockwaves throughout the hip hop community. MediaTakeOut.com spoke with a prominent New York DJ who offered his take on the controversial track. The DJ, who asked to remain anonymous, told us the following, "I know Scott [Storch], and he always talks reckless like that ... I don't know if he's a racist or not. I do know that no matter how many beats you make, you don't have the right to call a Black man a [N Word]." And there may be another reason to question Storch's use of the 'N word' against rival Timbaland. The Caucasian producer is very close friends with socialite Paris Hilton - who was caught on tape using the 'N Word' to refer to Black people. MediaTakeOut.com has repeatedly tried to contact Timbaland for comment. So far, he hasn't responded to our requests. We've included audio of the song below. Storch uses the 'N word' when there's :40 left: Labels: Calls, N Word, Scott Storch, The, Timbaland Ellen DeGeneres Show - Oscars - Behind The Scenes This is a video of Ellen's presentation of her behind the scenes video at the Academy Awards. Labels: Behind, Ellen DeGeneres, Oscars, Scenes, Show, The Wednesday, February 14, 2007 0 Spiderman 3 - Toby McGuire, Kirsten Dunst, Sam Rami Talk About Spiderman 3 Spiderman 3's set for a May 4th release and already the buzz is starting to build for the movie. Of course, most of this buzz is being generated by Sony, the film's producers. Take this great video for example. It contains interviews with stars Toby McGuire, Kirsten Dunst, and director Sam Rami talking about the storyline of the film. Labels: Kirsten Dunst, movie, preview, Sam Rami, spiderman, spiderman 3, Toby McGuire The Sundance Film Festival - Video Blog From Susan On Pierre Huyghe I've never heard of her or the film-maker she's vlogging about, but the video is quite interesting. Here's Susan: Labels: Blog, Festival, Film, From, On, Pierre Huyghe, Susan, The Sundance, Video Sunday, January 14, 2007 0 Jack Baeur Bites Artery Of Bad Guy And Donald Trump's Apprentice I saw the first episode of "24" and while I was waiting for The Apprentice to come on. OK. I admit it. I'm an Apprentice junkie. But I've got some disagreement with the idea of having it in LA. It's nothing against LA. But it's just that The Apprentice is a show with a distinctively New York cut. It doesn't mix with LA. Thus, it comes at no surprise that "24's" Jack Bauer bit the artery out of the bad guy and The Apprentice with one chomp. Wait? Biting? Yep. Biting. It was a move distinctively Jack Baeur. Creative. Unexpected. Necessary. Efficient. Brutal. And it's acts like that which keep even Apprentice junkies like me looking at the show, when I'm suppose to turn the channel. It's hard to do. But eventually I did and watched Trump's show with my Mom. It was the usual Apprentice formula. But this time, this brotha named Carey decided he was going to let his being Gay impact a business decision. This dude insisted on wearing a pair of tight pink shorts no normal man would be caught in. The idea was that clothing buyers were going to buy those shorts! No way. But Carey insisted on the design and on his wearing it on a fashion runway. As you might have guessed, Carey got fired. I don't know what happened to the end of the "24" two hour episode, but it was so good it made me think twice about what I did. But in the end I know why. I'm an Apprentice junkie, but if Baeur keeps up his run of unexpected bites, I could become a "24" junkiee, too. Eric Clapton's Layla - An Enduring Song - Video This is perhaps one of the most popular songs in the history of modern music. Layla as performed by Eric Clapton has been in commercials, spoofed, and copied many times over. According to Wikipedia, Layla... is the title track on the Derek and the Dominos album Layla and Other Assorted Love Songs, released in December 1970. It is considered one of rock music's definitive love songs,[2] featuring an unmistakable guitar figure, played by Eric Clapton and Duane Allman, as lead-in. Its famously contrasting movements were composed separately by Clapton and Jim Gordon. Inspired by Clapton's unrequited love for Pattie Boyd, the wife of his friend George Harrison, "Layla" was unsuccessful on its initial release.[3] The song has since experienced great critical and popular acclaim. Two versions have achieved chart success, first in 1972 and again twenty years later. In 1966, George Harrison married Pattie Boyd, a model he met during the filming of A Hard Day's Night. During the late 1960s, Clapton and Harrison, as two of the top English guitarists of the day, became firm friends. Clapton contributed guitar work on Harrison's song "While My Guitar Gently Weeps" on The Beatles' White Album, and Harrison played guitar pseudonymously on Cream's "Badge" from Goodbye. However, trouble was brewing for Clapton. His supergroups Cream and Blind Faith had broken apart, his growing drug use would lead to a life-threatening heroin addiction, and, when Boyd came to Clapton for aid during marital troubles, Clapton fell desperately in love with her. The title, "Layla", was inspired by a love story, The Story of Layla / Layla and Majnun (ليلى ومجنون), by the Persian classical poet Nezami. When he wrote "Layla", Clapton had recently been given a copy of the story by a friend (reportedly Ian Dallas)[5] who was in the process of converting to Islam. Nezami's tale, about a moon-princess who was married off by her father to someone other than the man who was desperately in love with her, resulting in his madness (in Persian, Majnun, مجنون, means "madman"), struck a deep chord with Clapton.[4] Boyd divorced Harrison in 1977 and married Clapton in 1979. Harrison was not bitter about the divorce and attended Clapton's wedding with Ringo Starr and Paul McCartney. During their marriage, Clapton wrote another love ballad for her, "Wonderful Tonight". Their marriage later developed difficulties over Clapton's alcoholism and his extramarital affair with Yvonne Khan Kelly, and in 1985 he left Boyd altogether for Italian model Lori del Santo, with whom he had a child. Clapton and Boyd divorced in 1989 after several years of separation. Boyd currently lives with the property developer Rod Weston. In an interview with Songfacts, Bobby Whitlock, who was a member of Derek and the Dominos and good friends with both Harrison and Clapton, explains the situation between Clapton and Pattie around the time he wrote Layla: “ I was there when they were supposedly sneaking around. You don't sneak very well when you're a world figure. He was all hot on Pattie and I was dating her sister. They had this thing going on that supposedly was behind George's back. Well, George didn't really care. He said, 'You can have her.' That kind of defuses it when Eric says, 'I'm taking your wife' and he says, 'Take her.' They got married and evidently, she wasn't what he wanted after all. The hunt was better than the kill. That happens, but apparently Pattie is real happy now with some guy who's not a guitar player. Good for her and good for Eric for moving on with his life. George got on with his life, that's for sure. Labels: eric clapton, george harrison, layla, music, song Friday, January 12, 2007 1 Is Sophia Bush The Next "Wonder Woman"? Joss Whedon, in the seemingly eternal process of writing and casting the Wonder Woman Movie, has reportedly made an offer to Sophia Bush. Who's she? This is Sophia Bush's resume: Actress - filmography "One Tree Hill" .... Brooke Davis (81 episodes, 2003-2007) - Sad Songs for Dirty Lovers (2007) TV Episode .... Brooke Davis - Pictures of You (2007) TV Episode .... Brooke Davis - Resolve (2007) TV Episode .... Brooke Davis - Everything in it's Right Place (2007) TV Episode .... Brooke Davis - Songs to Love and Die By (2006) TV Episode .... Brooke Davis The Hitcher (2007) .... Grace Andrews John Tucker Must Die (2006) .... Beth Stay Alive (2006) .... October Supercross (2005) .... Zoe Lang "Nip/Tuck" .... Ridley (3 episodes, 2003) - Cliff Mantegna (2003) TV Episode .... Ridley - Megan O'Hara (2003) TV Episode .... Ridley - Nanette Babcock (2003) TV Episode .... Ridley Learning Curves (2003) .... Beth "Sabrina, the Teenage Witch" .... Fate Mackenzie (1 episode, 2003) ... aka Sabrina (USA: promotional abbreviation) ... aka Sabrina Goes to College (USA: promotional title) - Romance Looming (2003) TV Episode .... Fate Mackenzie The Flannerys (2003) (TV) Point of Origin (2002) (TV) .... Carrie Orr ... aka In the Heat of Fire (Europe: English title: DVD title) Van Wilder (2002) .... Sally ... aka Van Wilder: Party Liaison (Australia) (Philippines: English title) (UK) (USA: working title) ... aka National Lampoon's Van Wilder (USA: complete title) ... aka Party Animals - ... wilder geht's nicht! (Germany) Filmography as: Actress, Self Self - filmography Grrrl Power (2006) (V) .... Herself "Punk'd" .... Herself (1 episode, 2005) - Episode #6.2 (2005) TV Episode .... Herself "Late Show with David Letterman" .... Herself (1 episode, 2005) ... aka Late Show Backstage (USA: title for episodes with guest hosts) ... aka The Late Show (USA: informal short title) - Episode dated 21 January 2005 (2005) TV Episode .... Herself "Total Request Live" .... Herself (1 episode, 2004) ... aka TRL (USA: promotional abbreviation) ... aka Total Request with Carson Daly (USA) - Episode dated 1 November 2004 (2004) TV Episode .... Herself For me, she lacks the Wonder Woman well-muscled body, so I remain skeptical. Labels: female, joss whedon, movie, muscle, sc-fi, sophia bush, wonder woman The Apprentice LA: Resting In Its Own Tent City I'm watching The Apprentice LA now and as a person who's not missed one of these segments, I've got to write that I'm not really down with the LA style. OK, I like the women -- who would not? But look, the relocation to LA was just plain stupid. New York's the center of commerce, so either keep it there or if Donald Trump's going to try a new city, it should have been Chicago. But LA? It's not working for me. The other aspect of the problem with this show is that by placing one group in a mansion and another -- the losing group -- in a kind of tent city, the drama and interplay of the people as a whole is totally destroyed. There's no rivalry to really sink one's teeth into at all. Whoever came up with that idea may have doomed Apprentice LA to a tent city of its own, right at the bottom of the ratings. Finally, while his daughter's certainly good-looking, I can't see her as a viable replacement for Carolyn. She just does not have "it." What she has is a bitch-approach that she thinks passes for being a woman in business. It's played. I know far too many women who are not like her and get the job done just as well. 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__label__wiki	0.804917	0.804917	Director: Joe Wright Cast: Gary Oldman, Kristin Scott Thomas, Ben Mendelsohn, Lily James, Stephen Dillane, Ronald Pickup Plot: During the early days of World War II, with the fall of France imminent, Britain faces its darkest hour as the threat of invasion looms. As the seemingly unstoppable Nazi forces advance, and with the Allied army cornered on the beaches of Dunkirk, the fate of Western Europe hangs on the leadership of the newly-appointed British Prime Minister Winston Churchill (Academy Award nominee Gary Oldman). While manoeuvring his political rivals, he must confront the ultimate choice: negotiate with Hitler and save the British people at a terrible cost or rally the nation and fight on against incredible odds. Verdict: Political intrigue abounds in this intelligent and powerful film about Britain’s darkest hour, but Winston Churchill’s greatest moment in history. Director Joe Wright (Atonement, Pride & Predjudice) has crafted a superb biopic about Winston Churchill at a crucial time of WWII in May 1940. Gary Oldman as Churchill is riveting as he slips into this role as he would a satin robe. It’s the role of a lifetime for Oldman who is hardly recognisable in prosthetics and make-up by Kazuhiro Tsuji. Oldman brings Churchill to life in a time when Britain was at war with Hitler and Mussolini and also at war within its own political walls. Churchill brings a war of verbose words, with a trademark cigar and whiskey. The word-play is superb and Oldman is insufferable, charming, wicked and verbose as he battles with his loss at Gallipoli and his gut feeling regarding Hitler and the perils of a peace agreement. Kristin Scott Thomas as Churchill’s wife Clementine is wonderful as is the stellar ensemble cast including Ronald Pickup as the outgoing Prime Minister Neville Chamberlain, Ben Mendelsohn as King George V and Lily James as Churchill’s new secretary. Mendelsohn holds his own beautifully against Oldman as their relationship goes from a cool disdain to one of respect and closeness. It’s a look into the inner-war sanctum and a political figure who withstands it all. (Movies are rated out of 5 stars)	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0021.json.gz/line179
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__label__cc	0.616899	0.383101	Devi's Ratham Amrita's writings Amritopanishad Some impressions on Kundalini An informal talk about Meditation Kundalini-Sadhana - A fine art of Healing How to draw a Sri Chakra Deepa Yagna Karma, Causality and Freewill Worship of Lalita Vedic marriage Dasha Maha Vidya Khadgamala Story See Goddess See Goddess II Here come angels Sri Meru Meanings of PURUSHA SUKTAM MANI DVEEPA DESCENDS TO EARTH KAMAKHYA TOLD AMRITA AMRITA BHASHYAM In Amrita's voice Chandi Saptashati Khadgamala Stotram Mahaganapati Tarpanam Chakra Meditation Sri Sukta Vidhana Puja Panchadasi Visualization Panchadasi Visualization 2 Parashurama Kalpasutra Viraja Homam Maha Ganapathi Pancha Avarana Puja Guru Stotram Mahalakshmi Ashtakam Devipuram Screen Saver http://www.vi1.org http://www.devipuram.info Abstact: Amritananda (Dr. N. P. Sastry) performed a Devi Yaga in Vizag in april 1983. At that time a 3 acre plot was donated at a place we call Devipuram now. It is in Sabbavaram Mandal, Vizag District, A.P. He used to come here. There were no roads, no water, no way. He was looking for confirmation that this was the place intended for the Devi temple he wanted to build. He discovered an oval rock about 9 feet with a triangular with a 6 ft pit in it. It had the features of a female genital. It was obviously cut by human hands long time ago. He used to meditate there. He went into a trance and saw Devi Kamakhya in front of him. When he accepted Her invitation to do puja, she opened herself to him and initiated him into ancient erotic rituals. She inspired him to build three temples: one for Herself, one for Father, and one for Sri Chakra. The Kamakhya Guru Peetham was built by him around the oval rock in 1983. Temple for Siva was built on top of the hill the same time. Then Sri Meru was completed in 1994 in the donated land. Kamakhya showed him in meditation the goddesses of Sri Chakra. He could describe them to the sculptor. This article is what Kamakhya Devi told him. In essence, it describes how acceptance of Eros can heal, empower women and men. Eros is seen in the context of freedom and social empowerment. Kamakhya told Amrita: "In the olden days enjoying sex was a proper aim of life and so Kama was sacred. Kama was the God of Love, same as Siva, with Rati, myself, happiness of sexual union, being his wife. Use of erotic rituals used to be performed to pleasure me. They are carved in all sacred temples. Eros is pro-life. It is the fountain of semen, blood, milk and white and pink light which sustains passion, joy, creativity, power and love. This method of worship is available to every one. It is the easy path to me. My name means sex desire. I am the source of all life. "There are many temples for me which are following Dakshinachara available only to elite Brahmins. But I am life in every one, not only the elite. I love fun, I am very sexual, I am pro-life. So I am in everyone as erotic desire. I am accessible to everyone who has passion for sex. I am there in Deva Dasis, and prostitutes also. Every woman, no matter what her state in life is, has the right to be worshipped. She only has to ask for it as I did to you. Make sure that Her decency is not violated. No one should be forced, compelled or bribed into the puja. Only volunteering adults may willingly and joyously participate in my erotic rituals called chakra pujas without any sense of shame. The female genital is my temple. I should be worshipped there. "How should the worship be done? I accept all enjoyments as worship. Enjoyment doesn't hurt anyone. My puja can be done simply, or elaborately. You may worship me through any consenting woman thus: Inviting, offering a seat, washing hands, offering water and milk to drink, sensual massage with herbal oils followed by bath, anointing all body parts with perfumes, offering lovely clothes, makeup, ornaments, scented flowers and decorations to every part of the body, giving delicacies to eat, and waving lights. Then I will bless you through the woman receiving the puja to fulfill all your desires if they involve no injury to any one. All the time the puja is going on, any potent mantras like the thousand names of any Goddess should be recited or heard. "I have blessed the world. So there should be an orgy of celebration, with singing and dancing and fine arts. I will put life into all your arts. "Such pujas done to women are the core of bhakti to me. They empower the women receiving the puja to become divine. I am pleased by such pujas. Inhibitions, or sense of shame are creations of ego; sense of I and mine. At least for the duration of puja, people should let go of them in the temples here and everywhere. "There is no restriction really that only husbands should worship their wives. What was the relationship between you and your wife before marriage? Any one could have been your spouse, right? If such restriction were to be placed, puja would never happen with real bhakti. What is puja without bhakti? Husbands may not like their women to become free, to be liberated. If only husbands are allowed to do puja to their wives and they are unwilling to do it, or the wives don't like to be worshipped by others because tradition goes against it, how can they ever receive the adoration and love they deserve? Should they then miss the opportunity to be adored at least once in their life time to be a Goddess? In this age, billions of women need to become free of domination from bondage and aggression. You need a society free from male AND female domination. How this can happen? "I know in this age of repression of women, worship is considered obscene. Why can't you make love in temples like in olden days? Who teaches you the fine arts of satisfying the partner if both partners are ignorant? Must you learn from dull, repetitive pornographic films and books secretly with a feeling of sin? Why did the fine arts of erotic rituals involving transformation of lust to love become wrong and became black magic? What kind of legal norms are you having if it doesn't object to fighting, injuring and rape being shown publicly while love play is forbidden? How come you have become so anti-life and pro-death? Did your Vedas or Shastras prescribe violence as a purushartha? Can guns and weapons feed or educate a poor child, or heal a single suffering person? "Did you know that Shiva's emblem is Ananda Bhairava, the unhooded penis Linga, that my temple is the life giving womb Garbha, that Ganapathi stands at the G-spot, that Kundalini- Kumara's seat is the clitoris, and that the vehicle of Shiva is the testes? Did you know that flowers are the genitals of trees, holy ashes represents semen and kumkum the menstrual flow? Did you know that love play is my puja? Why should you be ashamed of your rich culture which is pro-life and sexy? "Throw away your inhibitions, do what you feel is right openly. Change your laws, it is high time. Have one law for every one; treat all equally. Make violence, weapons of mass destruction, illegal and unlawful. Divert the resources from creating mass destruction to educate, empower and enrich the lives of people. You have my blessings. Nudity is the symbol of having nothing to hide, being open to being loved. Let people be nude in the temples if they so wish. And be worshipped like that. The whole of nature is nude except you silly humans. Move into a world of love and light, not alienation and darkness. Allow yourselves to enjoy. Enjoyment is virtue. Misery is sin. "For worship to yield fruit, some form of energy exchange has to be there. The best form is service. The person being empowered should repay the debt through some form of service to the Goddess temple. The best service is to convince people that loving is empowering, that puja really empowers women and men by making them Goddesses and Gods, who are able to create a new world order of love. "It is Ok to be nude. It is Ok to have fun with a willing partner. It is Ok to give a ritual bath to a woman. It is Ok to see people enjoying good sex. Temples are indeed the places for promoting social intercourse and empowerment. It is Ok to know that ejaculation and orgasm can be and are different. It is Ok to practice from a learned Guru the fine arts of worshipping Goddess. "If people object to these values, they may go to another place. There is no compulsion to come here. There is no adversity that will come to them if they don't come here. Let people exercise their choice. "Initially people will listen but shake their heads in disbelief. They will leer, they will say it is nonsense, they will say this will destroy culture and civilized behavior. That is normal, because that is how they have been programmed by society. When entire population of the world want sex and like to show it and see it at least in their privacy, how can it be abnormal? As the society realizes the roots of its ills, more and more people will start accepting these ways. It is not your job to convince people. They will have to convince themselves, shed their inhibitions for enjoyments. There is more hope with the younger generation than old people with set attitudes. You must reach out to adolescents, and explain the concepts of sexual fulfillment. There is more hope with villagers who are in tune with nature than urbanites. So I have chosen this rural setting. "Every one tells you, what will other people think? How will you be judged? How will it reflect on the society? They will try to imprison you, poison you, kill you. Don't ever worry about that. There is no such thing as death. You are already in a life long prison called your body, mind and ego. One more prison around it doesn't matter. If you know how to get out of the prison of your body, no prison can hold you. Let people judge you as they think fit. All that matters is are you convinced "this is the way"? Make information available to them. You tell people, but don't compel them. People will bring bouquets and brickbats. You don't have to change. Be firm in your belief. It is not even belief. A fact can't be reduced to belief. You don't have to believe in something you know first hand to be true. I will bring the right people to you. "I have sent many many people before you. I will keep sending more. I am the way. I am the gate of life, the maker of life, the yoni, the source of life." Yes, these are the words that Goddess spoke to Amrita. Take it or leave it. Think it is true or false. It doesn't matter. Come here if you like. Don't come if you don't like. Nobody compels you. Only try to see for yourself. Don't blindly accept what others say. The most important differences between an ordinary orgasm with ejaculation and TANTRIC orgasm without ejaculation are illustrated in the following comparative analysis: ORDINARY ORGASM (with ejaculation) TANTRIC ORGASM (without ejaculation) Explosion (outward-bursting energy). Inevitably, the erotic energy is lost permanently and uselessly. The intensity of a following sexual act diminishes greatly compared to what was felt at the beginning. Implosion (inward-bursting energy). The erotic energy sublimates and is transmuted in ever more refined forms of energy which are gradually accumulated in the depths of our being, producing extremely refined and intense states of pleasure and expanded consciousness. The intensity of the following sexual acts increase constantly and do not diminish in the end. Lasts a very short time, creating a nostalgic state of frustration due to the partial lack of fulfillment (especially for women, who need a long time to reach the peak of excitement). Beyond time, lasting indefinitely therefore is contiguous with Infinity. Ocean-like state of beatific fulfillment felt by BOTH man and woman as a shared feeling of happiness and joy of living which expands the perception of pleasure. The two lovers become gradually aware of the God(dess) within. Man can share woman's multi-orgasmic capacity without losing the erection. In the physical body only. Inside as well as outside the physical body, in the subtle invisible body and in the surrounding environment. All beings and objects seem to make love at the same time. Playing with the other. Playing within yourself with a simultaneous, telepathic perception of the other through empathy, "I feel the other as if he/she is myself." Dependency. Independence. The other "disappears" due to the spontaneous transfiguration. Both man and woman expand endlessly their merged consciousness into the Universe. Woman passive/man active. Woman active/man passive. Heavy breathing. Easy, calm and quiet breathing. A reflex or instinctual act leading to loss of control, an unconscious, animalistic, irrepressible experience. Hyper-conscious and fully controlled act leading gradually to ecstatic, erotic abandon and happiness which lasts as long as two to three days after a successful TANTRIC experience. Chaotic movement. Non-movement followed by slow wavelike movements to which the other's body answers tenderly and insatiably in a perfect harmony. Limited sexual availability due to the exhaustion which follows ejaculation. This leads gradually to a state of permanent fatigue and drowsiness which can manifest as instinctive repulsion for the other or as lack of self-esteem. Unlimited sexual availability making possible an overwhelming erotic experience of a paramount intensity which can last eight to ten hours without interruption --providing that BOTH man and woman perfectly CONTROL the sexual energy. The erotic vitality of the couple amplifies leading to a clear state of inner power and of complete sexual fulfillment. Fear of undesired pregnancy. The use of contraceptives has many unhealthy side-effects such as hormonal imbalances leading to obesity. Complete freedom of any restrictions or fears. Because of the total semen retention irrespective of the duration of the sexual act, pregnancy is out of the question when undesired. Man becomes a completely safe lover and his woman will never have to use contraceptives when she makes love with him. This leads to a totally natural birth control. Attachment, selfish desire, possessiveness and jealousy. Detachment, desire transcended into fulfillment, leading to a state of peace with oneself and of tender happiness which overflows to other human beings as love and compassion. Due to the huge loss of sexual energy, the sexual experiences become less and less fulfilling and, through a reflex mechanism, the psycho-mental potential decreases. Due to the complete transmutation and sublimation of the sexual power, the psycho-mental potential is increased leading to the awakening of paranormal powers (telepathy, clairvoyance, etc.). A state of overwhelming euphoria grows gradually, opening the couple to positive, affectionate feelings. Dramatic increasing of vitality leading to the shortening of the need for sleep and awakening of the creative imagination and lucidity. Man's virility and woman's pluri-level multi-orgasmic capacity awakens and amplifies to the highest extent, leading to ever more fulfilling sexual experiences. The dynamics of the couple decreases with time and desire transforms quickly into habit. Monotony kills the desire and the relationship becomes ever more trivial. The dynamics of the couple is enriched every day with new and amazing discoveries of the other's inner world and, through reflection, of one's own inner profile. Desire transforms gradually into genuine and pure love, a feeling rarely known by humans and which grows constantly, fed with new and unexpectedly delicious experiences. Habit cannot survive due to the hyper-intense and spontaneous living in the ever-changing present. Reference: Multi orgasmic man and other books by Mantak Chia and Douglas Abrams Arava, Harper, Sanfrancisco.	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0021.json.gz/line188
__label__wiki	0.586505	0.586505	A beautiful future Volunteer support programme for the homeless, UK The Halcrow Foundation is helping to fund a volunteer support programme at the London-based homeless charity, Groundswell. Groundswell specialises in peer-led work and its Progression Programme supports volunteers who use their own experience of homelessness to help others still living on the streets. Working as a peer, the volunteers can make a positive contribution to society while overcoming personal, legal and social barriers, and moving forward with their lives. The peers deliver Groundswell’s Homeless Health Peer Advocacy Service, which helps the increasing number of people without a home address physical and mental health issues. Research shows that 80 percent of homeless people have unmet mental health needs and 70 percent have physical health problems. Peers are able to use their own experience to help people whose chaotic lifestyles and complex issues prevent them from receiving healthcare. Funding by Halcrow Foundation and Legal Education Foundation means that Groundswell can expand its progression team by hiring a Progression Officer. Their role is to hold one-to-one coaching sessions with the peers so they can develop and work towards a personal plan with clear goals. The Halcrow Foundation is also funding specialist legal support. The Progression Programme itself offers cohesive training, support and coaching. It focuses on the individual’s strengths to develop their self-esteem, learn new skills and gain a sense of inclusion. Ultimately the programme supports the peers to find and maintain employment and independent living. In 2016, Groundswell supported 57 peers, with 28 moving on to training, employment or further volunteering, and 15 gaining paid employment. A peer at Groundswell says, “From not being able to stay in one place for a week, I’ve now maintained a tenancy for two years, and it’s because Groundswell provided me with stability. Volunteering with Groundswell gave me a support system and a basic structure in my life, and helped me integrate into the rest of the world.” See our latest projects here Go! About the Halcrow Foundation Working in partnership with other charitable organisations, we provide financial resources to grassroots projects that make a real and lasting improvement to the lives of people suffering acute hardship. Halcrow Foundation In Touch issue 1 © 2020 Halcrow Foundation. All Rights Reserved. We use cookies to enable site functionality, to provide social media features and to analyse our traffic. You consent to our cookies if you continue to use our website.OkOur privacy policy	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0021.json.gz/line192
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__label__wiki	0.58601	0.58601	Navigating this site/Finding resources here Honest and dishonest: a clarification Honest History’s history Structure and committee Editorial and moderation policy Joint action policy Choice Whizzbangs 2014-15 Centenary Watch Register with Honest History Australia’s war history Strands of Australian history Using and abusing history Jauncey’s View Inequality in Australia First Peoples Finding resources here… References by author: A-Z Gallipoli episode 1 reviewed by Peter Stanley 21 Comments ↓ ‘Good in parts at Gallipoli’, Honest History, 12 February 2015 Peter Stanley* reviews Gallipoli (Channel 9), Episode 1, ‘The First Day’. Episode 2 reviewed. Episode 3. Episodes 4 and 5. Episodes 6 and 7. Channel 9’s mini-series Gallipoli is trumpeted as telling us ‘THE TRUTH!’ As it is apparently based on Les Carlyon’s idiosyncratic 2001 book Gallipoli the claim is at least debatable. Written by Christopher Lee (whose credits include the mini-series Paper Giants and Howzat!) and directed by relative novice Glendyn Ivin (who directed the telemovie Beaconsfield and episodes of the series Puberty Blues) this Gallipoli is, as Punch used to say, a curate’s egg: good in parts. Gallipoli certainly deserves plaudits for portraying war honestly. In the drama’s opening minutes, the hero, Tolly, a 17-year-old (of which more presently) bayonets an Ottoman soldier who is attempting to surrender. Blood, cries and sudden violent death abound: the episode does not shirk depicting the horror of combat and for that the production team deserves credit. Likewise for depicting the ‘straggling’ that Charles Bean witnessed – men overcome by the shock of battle simply wandering off to congest the beach. And so far we have been shown no Hollywood heroics. Anzac troops practising their landing at Mudros, Greece, April 1915 (Australian War Memorial P03725.009) Though the lacklustre to-ing and fro-ing on the hillsides soon becomes rather tedious, the episode imagines quite well the experience of the campaign’s first day, with men wondering what to do, officers unsure of exactly where they are and sudden clashes – usually at rifle range in actuality – with groups of Ottoman soldiers. This is all to the good, even if the experience of just one group of men of the 4th Battalion strains to stand for that of the first day as a whole. (This is odd, because the 4th Battalion gets only one passing reference in Carlyon’s book, and it was in the third wave to land, not the first, but presumably the producers needed a battalion that fought at Lone Pine: hence the somewhat fudged opening scene of a landing in darkness. As the production is supported by Film Victoria it is curious that the producers did not choose to depict the Victorian 2nd Brigade.) Sadly, other aspects of episode 1 are less satisfying or justifiable. The glaring flaw at the heart of the production is that Tolly is supposed to be just 17. (Is this a magic number? The son of Russell Crowe’s character in The Water Diviner died at Lone Pine, also at 17.) In fact, the average age on enlistment in the Australian Imperial Force in 1914 was almost exactly 25. A few well-developed under-age volunteers were accepted by medical officers, but Tolly looks like a teenager – his uniform doesn’t even fit. Why, in a force that in 1914 took only grown men who were the tallest, strongest and fittest, a poorly-developed boy was accepted is unexplained, inexplicable and in fact unjustifiable. Why could Tolly and Bevan not have been, say, 19 and 22? The answer is probably that the moody-but-handsome Kodi Smit-McPhee (himself about 17 at the time of filming) needed to be cast in the lead role. Perhaps though there is a somewhat sinister attempt to draw in a younger demographic, a disturbing feature also of Anzac commemoration. It just seems hackneyed that the production is also built upon the all-too-familiar Hollywood trope of a complex relationship between brothers (Tolly’s elder brother Bevan serves alongside him) with hints of competition for the affection of an unnamed young woman. ‘A younger demographic’. Commemorative Cross Project. School children from Hartwell Primary School, Victoria, visiting the Australian War Memorial write messages on crosses that will then be placed in cemeteries and on memorials of Australian servicemen and women worldwide. (AWM PAIU2013/029.09) Other relevant material. The drama itself is curiously bifurcated. One storyline follows the fictional Tolly and Bevan, their family and their mates – all made-up characters, as are ‘Sergeant Perceval’ and ‘Captain Taylor’. The sergeant and the captain are merely ciphers to represent the failure of the landing, held on the ridges above Anzac Cove by Ottoman reinforcements more swiftly assembled and more aggressively led than the invaders had expected. The other storyline sees the historical generals act out Gallipoli’s traditional stations of the cross – Over-Confidence before the Landing; the Australian Brigadier-Generals’ Growing Doubts; the Argument about Withdrawing and the Dig, Dig, Dig Order. Historically, this aspect of the drama is weakest, partly because all the generals look alike – red-banded hat, moustache, red tabs, medals – and none of them are named. I had trouble keeping track of which general was which. Perhaps the writers dropped Ewen Sinclair-Maclagan to ensure that they had only one Scot (Bridges, suitably bullish but more corpulent than the prototype). Sinclair-Maclagan may also have been dropped because he bore most responsibility for derailing the landing, though his being nominally an Australian fits ill with the Carlyon thesis. In Carlyon’s book Sinclair-Maclagan gets only four mentions and none of the blame. But it was Sinclair-Maclagan who persuaded his fellow Australian brigade commanders to not push on and therefore condemned the Anzac force to be hemmed into an untenable perimeter on the first day, from which the invaders never broke free. As an explanation for the invasion’s failure this Gallipoli is a dud. Carlyon tips his nationalist hand and Lee and Ivin have dutifully followed, over-awed, perhaps by the supposed stature of Carlyon as historical story-teller. For the villains of Gallipoli the mini-series, like Gallipoli the book, are those dastardly, arrogant British generals, and especially the dilettante poetry-quoting Ian Hamilton, abetted by his sycophantic chief-of-staff Braithwaite and ineffectual subordinates. To those familiar with the originals the historical treatment is unsatisfying. Godley (commanding the New Zealand and Australian Division) is uncharacteristically genial but Birdwood’s appealing personality is absent. Hamilton, arguably the brightest general of his generation, let down only by his over-developed loyalty towards Kitchener, comes across as a silly old buffer. He was just 62 (er, six years younger than the writer, Lee), hardly superannuated. He should have been played as Lear, not the Fool. A small group of Australian Light Horsemen overlooking an Australian Army parade being reviewed by General Sir Ian Hamilton, Mena Camp, Eqypt, 29 March 1915 (Australian War Memorial H02768) Besotted as Carlyon was by the Atatürk legend (Carlyon bears the blame for propagating the Australian acceptance of the Kemalist interpretation of Gallipoli) the historical Mustafa Kemal naturally makes an appearance. He mouths (in Turkish) the famous line, ‘I do not order you to fight; I order you to die!’ (As I have observed, if a British general had said this he would be accused of being a butcher or a bungler, or both, but Australians now adore Atatürk as much as – or, with the rise in Turkey of an Islamist reinterpretation of Gallipoli, perhaps more than – the Turks do.) A curiosity of this production is that none of the historical characters are introduced except in dialogue, so Kemal is, to those not in the know, just Some Turkish Officer Dude. Charles Bean also makes an appearance on the beach; presumably his moment will come in later episodes. For much of the first episode the jumping from the real figures at headquarters to the fictional characters on the peninsula (or at home in flash-backs) occurs side-by-side, the two streams hardly impinging upon each other. In the final scenes the crux of the drama becomes clear, however. Hamilton and Braithwaite take a whiskey night-cap after a sumptuous dinner in scarlet mess-kit aboard HMS Queen Elizabeth. (This is in a ward-room that looks more like the private dining room of a good hotel: in fact wooden fittings were removed from warships for fear of them burning in battle.) Hamilton is reassured by his toady staff that all will be well and he retires in silk pyjamas. (Did they wear mess-dress that night? I’d like to see the evidence. I doubt it.) Meanwhile (and this is the point) poor traumatised Tolly lies out on the hillside ashore, covering his head against the rain. Those bastard English generals, we are supposed to think: they have ordered our boys (literally boys) to die and, unlike Atatürk, not in a good way. This might be described as honest history but it is honestly mistaken: adapting Carlyon inclines the writer and director toward an interpretation that advances an Australian nationalist and anti-British (but also pro-Turkish) agenda. Could this have been retrieved by more discerning historical advice? The publicity surrounding the series claims that Christopher Lee had ready recourse to the Australian War Memorial (which advertised during commercial breaks during transmission). What this means is also debatable. Since the Memorial’s entire collection is already freely available (despite the usurious reproduction fees it charges) this can surely mean that the production team had access (gratis or for a fee?) to the expertise of the Memorial’s staff. This ensures that the uniforms are pretty much right (except for the weird brown knee-boots worn by Australian officers, rather than the leggings familiar from photographs and, indeed, the Memorial’s own collection). The script, partly based on Carlyon’s unwieldy book, struggles to convey the complexity of the reality. It is mostly unexceptional, though as usual these days script writers and editors have a cloth ear for military and period dialogue. Christopher Lee thinks that Australians in 1915 used the modern American phrase ‘we’re way forward’ rather than the contemporary British ‘we’re far ahead’; no one picked that up. Nor did anyone point out that in British armies subordinates address their superiors as ‘sir’, not ‘general’ – another Americanism. The line ‘utilise whatever communications we have’ is just awful. Curiously, actors were twice allowed to say ‘Euralus’ (supposedly the name of the British cruiser) rather than Euryalus (that’s ‘U-re-a-lus’); did the experts miss that or did the actors and director muck it up unsupervised on the set? Given the mawkish, jingoistic slogan the Memorial has adopted for the Great War centenary – ‘Their Story, Our Pride’ – and particularly Carlyon’s standing within the institution (he is back on the Memorial’s Council after a break) Gallipoli’s tone could hardly be otherwise. For the time being, the Memorial as an institution exists to extol rather than enquire into Australia’s experience of war. It endorses not just the details Lee and Ivin got right, but also the debatable interpretations that suffuse their production. So much for episode 1. Six episodes remain. It’s going to be a long campaign. * Professor Peter Stanley of UNSW Canberra is the author of 26 books, including several books dealing with the Gallipoli campaign, notably Lost Boys of Anzac, which deals with men killed on 25 April 1915. He has been associated with a number of television productions on war themes. His next book (and associated website) will deal, for the first time, with Indians on Gallipoli. He is the President of Honest History. Share this with others... ‹ ‘Anzac porn’ in Canberra Times Broinowski, Alison: Citizenfour reviewed › Click here for all items related to: Anzac analysed, Centenary Watch, Reality of war To comment or discuss, Register and Log in to Honest History. 21 comments on “Gallipoli episode 1 reviewed by Peter Stanley” p.stanley@adfa.edu.au says: Reply to Andrew Garland It seems that I was wrong to think that the production featured the 4th Battalion (I took what are actually (fictional) light blue-over-green colour patches to be dirty white-over-green.) Dayton McCarthy advises that the battalion in which the main characters are serving is fictional – so the story can take in the landing, Quinn’s Post and (evidently) Lone Pine. What this means for the producers’ claim to be telling a ‘straight’ story is debatable. hello Robert Excuse me for not replying sooner to your question about mules – ironically I’ve been preoccupied these past few days finishing the first draft of my forthcoming website ‘Anzacs and Indians on Gallipoli’. It naturally deals with the large Indian Supply & Transport Corps contingent on Gallipoli – about 3000 men and at any one time as many mules (no donkeys, but). Overall at least 5000 and perhaps more mules woudl have served with these Indian units, in all sectors of Gallipoli (at Helles, Anzac and later Suvla) and they served all British empire forces, not just the Indian brigades (7th Mountain Artillery and 29th Infantry). casualties among the mules were heavy, from shelling especially, and hundreds of beats were killed and wounded (and therefore often put down). As the troops were ‘slimmed’ during the evacuation so the mule corps were withdrawn too (mules were valuable assets), but in the final day some animals were slaughtered rather than evacuated on the last boats – loading mules in the dark was not easy or even possible, so they were killed. I detail this in my forthcoming book, Die in Battle, Do not Despair: the Indians on Gallipoli, 1915; out in Australia by about August but available from the publisher, Helion UK from the end of May. Hi all. Don’t miss Peter’s review of Episode 2 – link at the top of this one – and future ones; we hope to do one per episode. DS Andrew Garland says: Hi Dayton, In regards to the physical state of the 1st Div AIF. I did not say they were huge superhuman specimens. However, for their day they were bigger than average British troops from the home countries, and they had been hand picked along physicals standards. I did not make any comment about them all coming from the bush either. While they may well have in the main come from the city many had spent time in the country at stages of their lives and many had an association with the bush. (not that it was part of my point) While you have given age ranges for the ages found in the 1st AIF its not always accurate. In the 11% of 40 year olds some would have been 50 and older and in the 26-30 range many in their early 40 may have put their age down. But as I stated my main problem is the story, its not accurate. the 4th Battalion were not in the first wave during the landing. Fighting Mac was in the 4th Battalion a Salvation Army officer there as a Battalion chaplain and was in the thick of all the fighting with the men and one of the most respected men on the peninsular, hence my point about not doing justice to those that served there. For if a story on the 4th Battalion does not make any mention of that man , well its really just a waste of time. Is it really that hard to get it right? Thanks Peter and Vicken. After 100 years it makes me wonder whether or not some of the motives behind mobilisations of thought are altered or adjusted in any way. Another couple of brief questions if you don’t mind; I have read that there was about 25000 mules on the Gallipoli Peninsula. Do you have stats on how many were at Anzac Cove? Were the mules also a part of the evacuation or were they moved off prior? Were fresh water bores sunk at Anzac Cove and do you know of the locations? Robert. Vicken says: Hi Robert Like the British and French imperial forces, the Ottoman army reflected the multi-ethnic make up of the empire. Despite being commonly referred to as ‘Turks’, members of the Ottoman army included Arabs, Turks, Kurds, Armenians, Greeks, Circassians etc. According to Australian military historian Bill Sellars “Two thirds of the troops who made up Colonel Mustafa Kemal’s 19th Division that faced the first wave of the Allied invasion were Syrian Arabs, comprising the 72nd and 77th regiments of the Ottoman army”. Aubrey Herbert, the British interpreter with the Anzacs, recalled that it took a while to convince the Dominion troops that just because an Ottoman soldier spoke Turkish, it did not necessarily make him an ethnic Turk. It looks like the airbrushing from history also applies to both sides in the conflict. Vicken This is relevant to the last couple of posts http://noglory.org/index.php/multimedia/poetry-and-spoken-word/260-leopold-sedar-senghor-to-senegalese-sharpshooters-who-died-for-france#.U99eevmSySp Thanks. Yes, my next book will be Die in Battle, Do not Despair: the Indians on Gallipoli 1915, to be published by Helion & Co., available in Britain from late May, and to be launched in Australia in the coming winter and in India later in 2015. I’m just working on a spin-off website, ‘Anzacs and Indians on Gallipoli’, which will, I hope reach folk in India and Pakistan who may never be able to get the book. [Excuse the plug, but you did ask …] The point is that this is – amazingly – the first book in a century that anyone’s written about the 16,000 Indians who served on Gallipoli. When you consider the hundreds of books on Australians and New Zealanders the discrepancy is astounding. Who else is missing? As you say, the Zionist Mule Corps deserve more attention, and there needs to be more work on the Ottoman force. I doubt that anyone will ever do much more than an article on the Egyptian and Maltese labourers recruited to work (mostly on Lemnos and Imbros). But beyond gallipoli there is now work underway or published on the Chinese labourers on the Western Front, and non-white troops and forces generally – e.g. the West Indians in Palestine, ‘askaris’ in East Africa, the Vietnamese labourers on the Western Front and (as I found when visiting India last year) on labourers recruited from Assam and north-east India. One problem common to all these groups (one they share with the Indians) is that there are virtually no sources in their language (or if there are they are opaque to monolingual historians like me). A good initial survey of this work can be found in Santanu Das (ed.), Race, Empire and First World war Writing, Cambridge, 2011. Last week I bought The World’s War by David Olusoga, supposedly a history of the ‘Forgotten Soldiers of the Empire’ (actually of several empires, French and British at least). But sadly there’s no mention of Indians on Gallipoli in it at all, so they’ve even been forgotten by the guy who’s supposed to be remembering them: but not by me. Morning Peter, interesting evaluation of the show; I deliberately did not watch it and won’t until the hype of the anniversary celebrations quieten down. Having written that though, the ongoing education about aspects of the WW1 scenario continues to culture my interests. After having read your comments, the article mentioned you are writing another book on the subject, this time including the Indian Army factor. (I will look forward to reading it.) My ongoing education has exposed to me the inclusion of other military units that were involved in the Gallipoli campaign, namely the “Zionist Mule Corps”, and the “Connaught Rangers”. Combined with the knowledge that about 140.000 Chinese served as “Coolies” in support of the efforts on the Western Front, I was wondering if you have further knowledge and factual information on the subject of those who have effectively been somewhat airbrushed, and, or erased from the mainstream official versions of not only the Gallipoli Campaign, but WW1 in general? All the best. mccarthyd says: As far as I am concerned, that statement requires justification. In terms of ‘blaming the British’ besides the lack of immediate culpability for the failure of the 1st Div AIF to achieve its tactical objectives on day 1, it was an operation conceived by British from the ‘indirect approach/Eastern’ school, under-resourced by the British, with over-ambitious objectives planned by the British. We shouldn’t let the pendulum swing too far back in the other direction. Gallipoli was not an Australian tragedy but a British Empire one, and largely one unfortunately of its own making. As I said, most British officers are portrayed in a very good light- although the advertising attached to the series shows a very different slant! My next book in fact will deal with the insurmountable contribution British officers made to the nascent Army from Federation to the 2nd World war. As far as I am concerned the jury is still out as to whether they landed in the exact spot. To be sure, the MEF-level OPORD tells them to land somewhere between Fisherman’s Hut and Gaba Tepe. But the immediate tactical objectives of the 3rd Bde were largely in the vicinity of Brighton Beach to enable a passage of lines for the 2nd Bde to push and secure the heights on the left flank. For me the evidence supports that they landed by mistake at Anzac Cove. Clausewitz’s friction -and not currents or mysterious last minute changes to the OPORD-will always kick in! But more to the point, it did not really matter as there was a scattered screen of Turkish sentries that were rapidly outnumbered by the build-up of troops in the largely unopposed landing. We show this (and were criticised by some bloggers for the lack of violence and explosions on the beach!) I would say also that the photos were handy in the planning phase, but like the maps, which were ostensibly detailed, not very good in the execution phase. The lack of detail in micro-terrain (most famously the Razors Edge at the end of Plugge’s Plateau) made life difficult for the Pl and Coy Comds trying to do their map to ground on day 1. David Turner says: Did not see the program. Would have been turned off by the broken record that is “blame the British”. No County is above beating their own drum, when it comes to military success or successful failures. I wonder if the program highlights the fact that the Australians landed exactly where planned, Face sod all opposition and for some odd reason stopped short of overcoming a small Turkish garrison. The British also did the same further south. The Australians also had the advantage of aerial photos (or more accurately did not take advantage of what they showed). Hello again Dayton (this time with your name right – obviously confusing your spelling with Craig Deayton’s: apologies), and thank you for your frankness. I think that your explanations are very helpful indeed, and the tone is nothing like ‘sour grapes’. I suggest that it would interest the HH community to hear more from you as the series develops. I’ll be writing another review after Episode 3 (so I don’t have to write one a week). I’d certainly be glad to hear more from you, both in responding to any views I express or, indeed, commenting on other reviews that you’ve seen. (As I said, I’m very interested to hear that you’ve had criticisms of the ‘straggling’ scene.) I’m sure that the HH moderators and editors would be glad to hear from you, either in comments ‘below the line’ or in your own right. HH is keen to encourage dialogue, and hearing directly from those involved in presenting history on screen can only enhance our understanding. Hello Andrew, I won’t comment on the storyline as I will stay in my lane. No matter what was covered someone (everyone!) will be displeased. I will note however in the pursuit of ‘honest history’ 22% of the AIF were under 21, 35% were between 21-25 and 21% were between 26-30. Men over 40 were only 11%.(Australian Defence:Sources and Statistics, OUP) These were the ages of the extras and the actors. As I noted above, they may have been the best of their generation but that would have nothing to do with their physicality. The vast majority came from cities, not the countryside and a simple perusal of enlistment records will illustrate their physical dimensions. As I said, many of the original uniforms were way too small. The lead actor is in fact over six feet tall. The stuntmen were all modern physical types so there is plenty of Australian soldiers shown in more physical manner. Peter- for you comment. I am happy to keep responding but I do not want it to look like ‘sour grapes’ and justification and apologies on my behalf. Is it better for me to respond to queries via email? Up to you! I take this discussion seriously; I have not responded to any other social media or commentary. I believe in honest history. One of my aims in joining the mini-series was to right a few historical wrongs and help tell a different story of Gallipoli. Many HH readers will assert that we (me) have not done that. If HH readers can take any solace in this mini series, many criticisms have been about not showing the ‘true’ slaughter at the dawn landing and so forth! The mini series does bother me in the way it potray’s the 1st Div 1st AIF. As Peter has pointed out, they were not under developed boys. There were also men well over 40 who landed at Gallipoli and who served in the 1st AIF in general during 1914-1918. The 1st Divison was the best of a generation. Why did they not follow and construct a story around the likes of Fighting Mac, Albert Jacka, Simpson or Archie Barwick the list goes on? The current story is fiction and not really good fiction. I find it very hard to watch. I dont think they have done any real justice to those that served at Gallipoli. Hello again Peter, I cannot remember the exact phraseology but it was ‘ I just saw Australian soldiers shooting surrendering Turks. What evidence do the film-makers have to show that.’ It was something that I was acutely aware of when I came onto the project. Being an ex Army officer, I knew that I would have to find the balance between accuracy but also respectfulness; as a Ph.D I had a professional credibility to maintain with my peers to ensure the facts as much as possible were maintained; but I also knew that it would be a battleground for ideas and worldviews from the Left as well as the Right! I knew we were not making a documentary but a drama. I remember the first meeting I had with Glendyn, the director. He said he was seeking an ‘experiential truth’ and I understood that he was not using sophistry or relativism. This was made even more clearer when the decision to go with a fictional battalion was made. It gave the story the freedom to move the characters around BUT it meant that everything else had to right. In other words, it may not have happened to Tolly et al but it did happen at some time. Let me say also that all the creative team had the same vision right from the get go- a drama that was as truthful as possible…and everyone was acutely aware that tackling Gallipoli in this way may not be universally popular! pete hill says: I must admit I approached this series with some caution. I remember thinking prior to watching it that ‘if the opening shot is of a young man riding his horse across a picturesquely sunlit farm or outback station accompanied by a Man-from-Snowy-River-type score, I am switching off immediately’. But I was genuinely impressed by the first episode and one of the most admirable traits of it was its restraint. It would have been so easy (and perhaps very tempting) to unleash bloody hyperbole and have the April 25 landings resemble the Omaha Beach scenes in ‘Saving Private Ryan’ complete with wobbling camera-shots for the obligatory neo-realism and lots of flying dirt and revved up sound-effects. The sporadic resistance by the relatively small force of Turkish riflemen during the opening hours of the landing, unsupported by machine guns or artillery, is well-conveyed. The dazed confusion which afflicted many of the attackers is also well-depicted. Any young men who received such scanty training & preparation would have been prone to terror and confusion when thrown into such circumstances. The Australian infantrymen are portrayed as brave and disciplined without resorting to the over-familiar stereotypes. There are no natural-born super warriors, no smart-alec comedians, no gravelly-voiced veterans with roll-your-owns glued to their bottom lips. The scene where a pair of Turks attempting to surrender are both shot was entirely justified and its inclusion helps to challenge the still-prevailing conceit that Australians in war never get their fingernails dirty. The limited budget of the production is sometimes all-too-obvious. At one point, some viewers could be forgiven for thinking that the staff officers of both sides outnumbered the actual infantry. However, the production avoids the over-use of CGI which is another plus. The portrayal of the senior officers left me with mixed feelings, especially the silver-service meal held on board HMS Queen Elizabeth on the evening of the first day. At this point, I thought the production was going to conform to the Blackadder-school of how to depict WW1 Generals. However the series has only begun so I will reserve final judgement. I was disappointed with some of the criticisms of the episode I noticed on the media with one critic saying ‘for the first half of the episode, there was just men going up and down the gullies and getting shot. When was the story going to start?’ Did the critic prefer if ‘Gallipoli’ went down the same route as ‘Titanic’ or ‘Pearl Harbor’ and have a central love story with the event a mere backdrop? Deayton: many thanks. I’m interested in your comment: “I have already copped criticism on social media about the depiction of ‘straggling’ and the failure to take prisoners (although oddly enough no complaints about the depiction of the Turks bayonetting those attempting to surrender)- both of which Bean records.” Could you give us a flavour – perhaps some quotes – of this sort of comment? I am amazed that even one-eyed ockers would imagine that Australians new to battle would be immune from its psychological impact. As you and David Stephens have said, in Bean’s on-the-spot diary he describes unwounded men heading from the ridges to the beach. Very much appreciate your willingness to discuss the issues involved in translating history to drama. On ‘stragglinlg’ there is a great picture at http://honesthistory.net.au/wp/anzac-treasures-follows-a-well-worn-track/ (scroll down a bit) taken from Peter Pedersen’s Anzac Treasures book, plus a paraphrase of Dr Pedersen’s comment. The production and the subsequent advertising by Nine were separate entities and I must admit I was a little uneasy with the anti-British tone, which believe it or not, was something that we tried hard to remove from the story. I was not too fussed about the whole 17 y/o thing as it was also an allegory for a young nation going to war. In terms of physique, we actually had to make uniforms from the patterns in a much larger size as most, if not all were too small for the modern actor. The leggings and boots were the worst; no modern calves are small enough! I accept that the failure of the 3rd Bde and the diversion of the 2nd Bde was not made clearer. Hopefully on subsequent watchings, the hinting at it will be clearer. But I can assure you that besides Bean, my two bibles when helping put together Ep 1 was ‘Lost Boys’ and Chris Roberts’ excellent tactical history ‘The Landing at Anzac’. I have already copped criticism on social media about the depiction of ‘straggling’ and the failure to take prisoners (although oddly enough no complaints about the depiction of the Turks bayonetting those attempting to surrender)- both of which Bean records. So no one will be happy! …and unfortunately Bridges, Birdie, Hooky, Godley and CBB White all had moustaches!! I am happy to respond if anyone wants to discuss the mini-series. You know me and my background- I won’t be offended! Thank you Deayton! I taped the show and did not see the credits, so did not know that you were involved – if I’d known I would have named you. I really appreciate your willingness to explain and your clear, ‘un-defensive’ tone, and for explaining aspects (eg the colour patch – I thought it could be light blue, but decided that the producers must have meant it to be white) I did not fully grasp. I understand your point that the producers were making a dram – hence the compromises over senior officers’ personalities and simplifying the arguments at the beach headquarters – but sadly no one told the people writing the promos, who told the audience that they were getting THE TRUTH! I presume that no one asked you whether there were many 17-year-olds at the landing, or if they did your advice was ignored. While I have you, I should reiterate my praise that you helped them show the distinctly ugly side of war on the hillsides of Gaba Tepe. as usual, it’s far easier to criticise what they got wrong than what you helped them get right. I appreciate your explanation. As you say, you advised: you were not in charge. I stand by my criticism of the intent and tone of the show. For example, I do not think that it was remotely clear that Australian brigadiers de-railed the advance, and this I attribute to the fundamental interpretation of Carlyon’s book. Viewers will be left with the impression of Hamilton in his scarlet mess jacket dithering between cheese and nuts while poor Tolly lies in the rain. No amount of accurate historical advice could have saved Gallipoli (the mini-series) from conveying that impression. Peter Stanley Hello everyone at HH! By way of introduction, I was the much-maligned (it seems!) military and historical adviser to the mini-series Gallipoli. This is not an apologia but it might provide some context to Peter’s review. Firstly, an adviser ‘advises’ just like a staff officer acts in relation to a general. He gives advice but that advice may or may not be heeded. Sometimes there is a good reason which the adviser/staff officer may not be aware of. So much of the stuff Peter talks about was raised. For example, the whole ‘sir’ vs ‘general’ thing was changed so that 99% of the viewing audience who has no idea of rank will get an understanding of ‘who is who.’ As a former infantry officer, I was and am acutely aware that superiors are addressed as ‘sir’. I thought that the officers would not be in mess kit in the middle of an amphibious operation but a decision was made for visual reasons ( I suspect to capture some of Downton Abbey vibe but I might be wrong). At any rate, the generals would have had dinner in the wardroom and the surrounds were in contrast to the soldiers on the front. I actually thought the scene sipping whisky was sympathetic and showed the ‘burden of command’- I am sorry it was not emphatic enough! Same goes with certain language used-military options were put forward but in the interests of clarity for the vast amount of viewers, other language was used. I ask whether this is such a sin? In terms of the battalion in question, it is not the 4th (white over green) but ‘a fictional’ battalion (light blue over green). As the producer, John Edwards has written elsewhere in the media, when I battle-tracked the script, it soon became obvious that no single Bn was at all the story points required. The best, I advised was the 2nd as elements were involved in the composite force at Baby 700, was at Lone Pine and provided ‘C’ Group men for the final night of the evacuation. However as the 2nd Bn landed between 0730 and 0930 and they really wanted to show the dawn landing, the decision was made -with all the pros and cons discussed ad infinitum-to go with a fictional battalion. As the script at that point had the characters from NSW, it had to be ‘a’ Bn from the 1st Brigade (hence the green base colour on the colour patch). As anyone who knows me can attest, I have never been a ‘Brit-basher’- in fact the opposite. I hope as the series unfolds a real empathy for Hamilton will be revealed but everyone will read into it what they want. Viewers will see British officers such Hooky Walker and Birdie in a very good light. The story of the diversion of the main effort to the 3rd Bde and then the 2nd Bde on the right flank is hinted at in conversation but the emphasis was on the drama unfolding on the ebb and flow of the battle for Baby 700/Battleship Hill (Taylor being a composite of Tulloch and Lalor and Perceval based on the herculean efforts of Margetts). All this was considered and everyone aware of it but they were making a drama not a documentary. Again the characters of Sinclair-Maclagen and M’Cay were rolled into one for economy’s sake but no one should be in any doubt that it was lack of Australian efforts on the right and the failure to gain even intermediate Day 1 objectives on the left which precipitated the call for evacuation. I am surprised that the pronunciation of ‘Euryalus’ was considered awry as that is how it was recorded-with the ‘y’ emphasised. I’ll wear the blame for not picking up the ‘we are way forward’ anachronism, mea culpa- but I hope buffs will recognise the 1914 era infantry whistle blasts, hand signals and fire control orders, semaphore flag signalling amongst others. Oh and knee-length boots were worn in addition leggings- as many photos at the AWM show. Thanks for the opportunity to respond! © 2020 HONEST HISTORY	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0021.json.gz/line211
__label__cc	0.509587	0.490413	Table of Contents Next Chapter Chapter 1 – Trash Martial Spirit Translator: Mr Voltaire Editor: Master Shadow Moonwind Kingdom, Violet Cloud County. Within the Xiao family’s large Martial Arts Grounds, a row of youths were listening to a middle-aged man on a stage talk about the mysteries and wonders of the martial path. The youths’ tender faces were filled with hope and excitement. The middle-aged man was called Xiao Hu, and was the Xiao family’s Martial Instructor. “Uncle Hu, what’s a genius?” a youth asked as he looked up with eyes full of expectation. “In my Moonwind Kingdom, anyone who has awakened a Martial Spirit is a genius, and can glean the favour of the big sects.” Uncle Hu looked at the youths below the stage as he continued with a solemn expression, “Those sorts of people have unlimited potential and are dragons among men. They can soar through the Nine Heavens, enter the vast martial world and become true experts.” “It’s a pity we didn’t awaken Martial Spirits.” The youths shook their heads in disappointment. “You don’t need to feel too dispirited; it’s incredibly rare to awaken a Martial Spirit. As long as you work hard, you can still make significant achievements on the martial path,” Uncle Hu said. “Alright, start trading punches with me. This is a set of Yellow Rank low-grade fist techniques, called the Vigorous Tiger Fists.” After speaking, Uncle Hu began to teach the crowd the fist technique. Elsewhere on the Martial Arts Grounds, a youth in white was sitting cross-legged under a large tree with his eyes closed. If one looked closely, they would be able to see slivers of light gathering around his body. This youth’s name was Xiao Yun. He had brows like swords and eyes like stars, and looked like a talented young man. Xiao Yun was a descendant of the main house of the Xiao family, and would be 16 years old in a few months. He seemed quite different, choosing to cultivate by himself. It wasn’t because he was introverted, but because he was facing a problem in cultivation. Xiao Yun had awakened a Martial Spirit when he was 5 years old, and had reached the Sixth Layer of Body Tempering when he was 8 years old. He had also gathered Mystic Qi in his body. With such talent, he was a prodigy that would only be seen once every hundred years in the entire Violet Cloud County. As such, the entire Xiao family had placed their hopes in Xiao Yun, believing that he would be able to bring glory and fame to their family. It was a pity that after he turned 8, his cultivation stopped advancing, and he could only watch as those with less talent than him stepped into the Sixth Layer of Body Tempering, then the Seventh Layer… The distance between them grew further and further and yet, he was still stuck at the Sixty Layer of Body Tempering. As these changes happened, the attitude of people towards Xiao Yun changed as well. To them, the stunning genius had become mediocre and trash. Many of the people who once praised him started to mock him. Before, the Xiao family still had great hopes for Xiao Yun. After all, he was the only one in the Xiao family’s younger generation who had awakened a Martial Spirit. However, after finding out that Xiao Yun’s Martial Spirit was not a battle Martial Spirit, but a healing Martial Spirit, the Xiao family’s seniors gave up on him. What was the use of a healing Martial Spirit in a world where strength dominated everything? Even if he developed his Martial Spirit, he would at most just be an excellent physician. As such, the halo around this esteemed genius gradually faded away. The genius youth who had once been the pride and envy of countless people had become a laughingstock. As such, Xiao Yun began to fall into depression. However, before he became too affected by this, Xiao Yun pulled himself together and willed himself to train even harder. He ignored everyone who laughed at him, because he believed that as long as he put in the effort, he would one day be able to reclaim his honour. Of course, this wasn’t a baseless confidence. Xiao Yun couldn’t cultivate because of a special reason. Threads of Heaven and Earth Essence Qi were absorbed into Xiao Yun’s dantian at a speed much faster than other people his age. By normal reasoning, he should have long since broken through to the Innate realm. After Xiao Yun had cultivated for quite a while and absorbed the Essence Qi into his dantian, a light flashed in his mind and a jade-green branch appeared in his sea of consciousness, extending into his dantian. After reaching his dantian, it absorbed all of the Essence Qi that Xiao Yun had painstakingly gathered, taking it for itself. “Goddamn, don’t take all of it; leave me a bit of the Essence Qi at least!” Seeing that jade-green branch, Xiao Yun felt speechless. Perhaps he was the only one in the entire Moonwind Kingdom who had awakened such an impish Martial Spirit. The branch ignored Xiao Yun’s protests. Instead it gave a buzzing sound, as if it wasn’t satisfied yet, making this depressed youth feel even more annoyed. “Stop screwing around with me!” Xiao Yun roared inwardly. As if the branch could detect how Xiao Yun was feeling, it flashed with light, then retreated back into his sea of consciousness. Evidently, this jade-green branch was part of Xiao Yun’s Martial Spirit. “I wonder if this Martial Spirit has been upgraded.” With a slight thought, his mind entered his sea of consciousness. Within Xiao Yun’s sea of consciousness was a chaotic world filled with fog. For the lower-ranked cultivators, only those who had awakened Martial Spirits had this sort of sea of consciousness. In the midst of this chaotic sea of consciousness was a plant that was about a third of a metre high, giving off a faint jade-green glow. This was Xiao Yun’s Martial Spirit, and it looked like a jade-green branch. It was currently giving off a jade-green light as the small leaves on the branch slowly grew. “The leaves seem to have become much bigger. Looks like you’re going to start growing!” Seeing that the leaves had grown bigger, Xiao Yun let out a sigh of relief. The bigger the leaves on his Martial Spirit became, the stronger his healing effects became, and the faster he could gather Heaven and Earth Essence Qi. “As long as this Martial Spirit becomes stronger, I can draw out more Chilling Qi from little sis and reduce the number of times her illness breaks out.” At this thought, a faint smile appeared on the youth’s face, and his frown became lighter. Just as Xiao Yun smiled, the youths who had finished training walked by him. “Haha, big brother Cheng, that trash is smiling.” A skinny youth suddenly stopped walking as and mocked, “Do you think he’s become retarded? He hasn’t advanced at all in the past 8 years, and yet he’s smiling while he’s training?” “Maybe he’s broken through,” another youth sarcastically spoke as he grinned. The sounds of the mocking laughter caused Xiao Yun to frown. He opened his eyes and calmly gazed at the 5 youths who were gathered around him, before once again closing his eyes. He had long since become used to their ridicule. “Cousin Xiao Yun, have you broken through?” Seeing that Xiao Yun was ignoring them, one of the youths who was a bit older than the others frowned before continuing, “If you’ve broken through, tell big brother Cheng. We’ll be sooo happy for you, and grandpa will be extremely happy too.” This youth was called Xiao Cheng, and was Xiao Yun’s older cousin. “That’s right, big brother Xiao Yun, you need to tell us if you’ve broken through!” The other youths all exclaimed with sarcastic grins. Anyone would be able to tell that they were still mocking him. “I haven’t broken through yet and I won’t trouble everyone to worry about me.” Xiao Yun glared at the rest of the youths. They couldn’t see any joy or anger apart from his calm expression, which made them feel even more infuriated. This guy was completely ignoring them! “I’ll take my leave.” Xiao Yun ignored them and got up, preparing to leave. The events of the past few years had caused Xiao Yun’s temperament to become much more mature than those at the same age as him. Xiao Yun knew that even if he was angry at these people, he wouldn’t be able to do anything without sufficient strength Moreover, if a dog bit you, would you bite it back? Of course not. He needed to possess enough strength to hit them back with his fists, not with mere words. That was the way of the king. As such, Xiao Yun was not in a hurry. He believed that one day, he would be able to rise again. “Hmph, a piece of trash dares to act so arrogantly?” Seeing that Xiao Yun was about to leave, the youths around him became furious. They were the pride and joy of the family now, and yet Xiao Yun still dared to act like that? In these people’s eyes, Xiao Yun’s actions were blatantly disrespecting them. “He definitely has no chance at breaking through, so he’s still living in his own fantasy world where he’s still a genius.” “Genius?” “He’s wasted so much of the family’s resources over these past years. If those resources were given to us, we could have stepped into the Innate realm already,” the other youths complained. “Luckily, grandpa’s in closed-door training. Otherwise, our Xiao family’s resources would have all been wasted by him!” Although Xiao Yun had walked quite far away, he could still hear their voices. “You’re afraid of me dragging the family down?” Xiao Yun stopped walking as he looked back at the group of youths. He could feel his anger rising within him, but he quickly regained his composure. He looked up at the sky and slightly frowned, as if he had thought of something. “Today is the full moon when the Yin Qi is strongest and most abundant. Lil sis’ illness will probably act up again,” Xiao Yun muttered. Whenever he thought of the pain his little sister suffered when her Chilling Qi broke out, he felt as if his heart was being torn in two. He started to walk away even faster.	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0021.json.gz/line217
__label__wiki	0.796044	0.796044	← See all APM award nomination We’re thrilled to announce that Incendium, along with Turner & Townsend, has been shortlisted for the Association of Project Management ‘Programme of the Year’ award 2017 for leading the Lease Regularisation Programme at NHS Property Services. The Lease Regularisation Programme seeks to formalise the occupancies of over 6,000 NHS customers including Foundation Trusts, GPs, Providers, Arm’s Length Bodies and other commercial organisations. To achieve this, Incendium has led the procurement and management of a supply chain to produce over 3,000 CAD plans and over 6,000 Heads of Terms, undertaken over 4,000 negotiations, completed relevant supporting individual transaction business cases and concluded legal checks and conveyancing. David Johnson, Programme Director, said “the programme has been more than establishing a formal relationship between a landlord and a tenant; it has been about determining the operating policies of the organisation and determining the true extent of the portfolio. This has been, and continues to be, an enormous undertaking by the programme team, NHS PS and its customers”. The APM awards will be announced on Monday 20th November – best of luck to the team! The Blue Fin Building, 110 Southwark Street, London, SE1 0TA info@incendiumconsulting.com Role – Executive Team Personal Assistant – Nov 29, 2019 Privacy Policy \| © 2017 Incendium Consulting Ltd Design by Egelnick + Webb	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0021.json.gz/line224
__label__cc	0.70012	0.29988	Hummingbirds : helicopter & fighter aircraft combined Amethyst woodstar hummingbird (male) (Attribution – Dario Sanches from SÃO PAULO, BRASIL & CC BY-SA 2.0) Hummingbirds (family Trochilidae) are nature’s engineering marvel in true sense. Inhabiting Americas they are exceptionally remarkable in many respects. Perhaps, they are the only birds that can hover in mid-air like a helicopter, move forward and even backward, right or left, up or down and even turn upside down while feeding on nectar from flowers. Another astonishing fact is that they can stop abruptly while in flight and within no time, again accelerate to reach their maximum speed of some 45 km per hour in forward level flight. They also have the highest rate of wingbeats in the avian world. Fastest wingbeats They are known for the fastest wingbeats in the bird world. In flight their wings appear as a blur to human eyes. To measure the speed of wingbeats highly sophisticated equipments are needed. At 7.5 cm (3 in) and under 3 grams in weight, Amethyst woodstar (Calliphlox amethystine) is not only one of the smallest birds in existence, it has the highest rate of wingbeats. A few species in this large family have so far been measured and among them amethyst woodstar rates as high as 90 beats per second. These birds are found in most of central and eastern South America proper, in Argentina, Brazil, Colombia, Bolivia, Ecuador, Paraguay, French Guiana, Guyana, Suriname-(the Gujanas), Venezuela and Peru. It’s range surrounds the Amazon countries into the Andes foothills and higher elevations of upstream river systems, but is not along the Amazon River proper in the central Amazon Basin, or the central upper Basin; it is in Brazil at the river’s outlet, and upstream for about 500 km. Ruby-throated hummingbird (Archilochus colubris) beats its wings at the rate of 200 per second during the courtship flights, but this incredible speed is restricted to the narrow tips of the primaries only, rather than the entire wings. Ruby-throat hummer One of the smallest species in the family it weighs only 3 gm (0.11 oz), but is one of the most surprising long-distance flier attaining speed of up to 80 km per hour. During migration some birds embark on a 20 hours nonstop journey of 845 km (525 mi) across the Gulf of Mexico. They go further up to another 1,600 km (1,000 mi) into Central America. This feat is impressive, as a non-stop flight over water would seemingly require a caloric energy that far exceeds an adult hummingbird’s body weight. However, researchers have discovered the tiny bird can double its fat mass by approximately one gram in preparation for their Gulf crossing, and then expend the entire calorie reserve from fat during the non-stop crossing when food and water are unavailable. Yet this is just one stage in its routine autumn migration of up to 3,200 km. from the eastern USA to wintering grounds in Central America. Hummingbirds, in general, possess more feathers per body area than any other bird in the world, but in absolute terms it is the whistling swans that have the highest number of feathers. Now when it comes to lowest number of feathers in absolute terms it is again hummingbird – ruby-throated – with 940. Classified under 115 genera with approximately 330 species, hummingbirds are restricted to West Indies and north, central and South America. Many of them are migratory. They are small birds of usually green, black and brown colors with brightly colored iridescent plumage on the throat, crown, head and back. With long and narrow wings, they have slender and pointed, short to long bills, which are straight to decurved. Hummingbirds are arboreal having rounded, square, or forked tails. In some species tail feathers are modified or elongated. Inhabiting forests they have short legs with small feet. Nesting in trees they feed on nectar and insects. They are known for their rapid flight. Anna’s_hummingbird (CC BY 2.0) Engineering of Flight control To help them achieve flight control, nature has made special modifications in their bodies. They have many skeletal and flight muscle adaptations which allow great agility in flight. Muscles make up 25–30% of their body weight – the largest relative to body size of any known bird. They have long, blade-like wings that, unlike the wings of other birds, connect to the body only from the shoulder joint. This adaptation allows the wing to rotate almost 180°, enabling the bird to fly not only forward but backward, and to hover in mid-air, flight capabilities that are similar to insects and unique among birds. Hummingbird hovering has been estimated to be 20% more efficient than performed by a helicopter drone. Analysis of the main wing bone, the humerus, shows that it is specifically adapted for hovering flight. The bone is relatively short with proportionally massive deltoid-pectoral muscles which permit pronounced wing supination during upstroke while hovering. The bird’s ability to hover is due to its small mass, high wingbeat frequency and relatively large margin of mass-specific power available for flight. Several anatomical features contribute further, including proportionally massive major flight muscles (pectoralis major and supracoracoideus) and wing anatomy that enables the bird to leave its wings extended yet turned over (supine) during the upstroke. This generates lift that supports body weight and maneuvering Hummingbirds achieve ability to support their weight and hover from wing beats creating lift on the downstroke of a wing flap and also on the upstroke in a ratio of 75%:25%, respectively, similarly to an insect. Like insects, these birds too gain lift during hovering partially through inversion of their cambered wings during an upstroke. During hovering, hummingbird wings beat up to 80 times per second. Hovering flight is made possible by a figure-of-eight movement of the wings. While the bird is on station in the mid-air it moves its wings rapidly forwards and backwards, instead of up and down, the tips tracing a figure of 8 (eight). With every change of wingbeat the wings are turned through 180 degrees. While both the strokes produce lift, they also cancel each other out, leaving it hovering in the air. Its broad tail helps in achieving the precise manoeuvres. It is capable of hovering for four hours non-stop, if necessary, which means that it, can beat its wings more than 10 lakh (one million) times without any pause. Comparison with aircraft If compared with flying machine, hummingbirds use more fuel in relation to their size than a jet fighter aircraft. To achieve this they also have highly efficient system for obtaining oxygen and a digestive system capable of quickly processing large amounts of food. Comparison with other warm-blooded animals In view of the above facts, it is very natural that hummingbirds, in which some of the species weighing less than a large moth, must have very high-energy demand. Each bird consumes about half of its body weight every day in sugar (nectar) and to supplement its diet with necessary proteins it also eats insects and spiders. All this constitutes not more than 15 grams of food in quantity terms, while large eagles can eat up to one kilogram of meat in a day, which is only a quarter of the body weight. In other words these birds have the highest energy output, per body weight, of any warm-blooded animal. Hummingbird nest with two chicks in Santa Monica Comparison with humans While comparing hummingbirds work rate with humans it has been claimed that if a man uses his energy at the rate of a hovering hummingbird, he would soon run out of cooling sweat, his body would then heat up to 750 degrees F (399 degrees C), beyond the melting point of lead, and would burst into flames. At night, these birds do not sleep in the manner other birds do. Due to their exceptionally high metabolism and inability to store food, during cold nights when temperature drops significantly they enter into hypothermic torpor to conserve energy. They go into the state of suspended animation – a dormant state that reduces their energy output to one-twentieth of that of normal sleeping. In this way they are never more than a few hours from death by starvation. They have daytime body temperature of about 40 degrees C. In the night they allow it to fall to near ambient, sometimes a decrease of over 28 degrees. Hummingbirds have one of the highest metabolic rates of any animal, with normal heartbeat rate of about 1100 beats per minute (bpm) increasing up to 1260 (bpm) in extreme cases and lungs with a breathing rate of about 255 times a minute even at rest. Their oxygen consumption is about 4 ml oxygen/g/hour at rest. During flight, the consumption of oxygen per gram of muscle tissue rises to approximately 10 times higher than that seen for elite human athletes. Whereas in a normal resting adult human heart rate ranges from 60–100 beats per minute (bpm) and the typical respiratory rate for a healthy adult at rest is 12–20 breaths per minute. Being a nectar-feeder ‘hummers’ (named after the noise of their wings) have a special-purpose tongue, which is very long, extendible and grooved, becoming tubular towards the tip, with a ‘brush-like ‘ modification. While feeding, they remain stationary over a flower and insert their long pointed bill, inside it. As the tongue touches the nectar it is ‘pumped’ along the tongue with the aid of capillary action. More than what they suck from flowers in the form of nectar, they make good by spreading pollen to other flowers to fertilize them and thereby enlarge their numbers. For each sip of sugary solution, birds get a fresh dusting of pollen, which they carry, inadvertently though, to another flower and help many plants to get pollinated. No wonder, this way these birds have earned the reputation of being one of the most important pollinators among the birds. All fliers have special affinity to one color or the other. Bees are attracted to ultraviolet rays; but hummingbirds like red light, therefore, some plants, such as bananas, advertise their nectar-stores to these birds, with their red and orange petals. Large scale persecution These wonderful birds have always faced persecution at the hands of man. In 19th century large number of them were killed and stuffed to decorate ladies hats. The scale of killing can be understood by the fact that in a single year as many as 400,000 skins were imported by one dealer alone in London. At present, habitat destruction is a major threat to numerous species. 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__label__cc	0.732946	0.267054	19 January 2020 The on-line newspaper devoted to the world of transports 10:44 GMT+1 This page has been automatically translated by The Agency Customs and Monopolies announces a new project for the complete digitalisation of the customs procedures in the Italian ports Sarà Bari the first Italian port to experience the new special project Today to Rome, in the course of a convention, the Agency Customs and Monopolies have introduced a new project face to the complete digitalisation of the customs procedures in the Italian ports, project that - it has emphasized the Agency - real revolution that it promises, thanks to the use of advanced technologies represents, to simplify the life to the enterprises and to the same administration, creating so the premises in order to attract put up commercial traffics in the Italian ports. Specifying that the full involvement also of the interested private actors to the harbour procedures is previewed afterwards, through their organisms and trade associations, the director of the Agency Customs and Monopolies, Benedetto Mineo, has explained that "the objective is to arrive without interruption to a logistic chain in which, for example, goods cleared in sea, journeys quickly in the port thanks to the gate one automation, in order to address therefore to long destination a fast corridor. This - it has emphasized - would allow to free the harbour areas quickly, often congested. Regarding the customs operations - it has added Mineo - the project aimed to optimize multimodale handling of the goods to the aim to increase the competitiveness of the harbour system in the transeuropea net and to attract running new of traffic". "The great operators of the logistics and the transports that act on a global scale - have continued Mineo - greater homogeneity in the processes asks us for the various ports. Different processes and praxes for operators involve in fact diseconomie also and the entrepreneurs of the field. With our project we want own to arrive to a greater standardization of the customs processes, reingegnerizzandoli, returning them simpler and homogenous on the territory. The solution which set up from the Agency has the advantage of being open to the dialogue with any currently used informative system from the Harbour Authorities and values the synergies between all the involved actors". Sarà Bari the first Italian port to experience the new special project for the digitalisation of the customs procedures, model that will come then extended on a national scale. The special project on a national level will be lead in connection with the Agency for Digital Italy in the within of the national strategies for the digital transformation of the public sector and the Country, previewed in the Triennial Plan for computer science 2019-2021, and it will articulate itself in more phases. The first phase will regard the definition of the generalized model of interoperability for the exchange given between the customs and harbour systems on the base of the system in realization to Bari. The port of Bari, in fact, is assumed for example of best practice for via of the excellent results found from the project pilot developed in the within of national the operating Program Infrastructures and Nets 2014-2020 that, in the optical of the technologies 4,0 (Internet of things - IoT, Blockchain, Artificial intelligence, etc), preview the complete digitalisation of the procedures of boarding and disembarkation, exited income and from the harbour nodes (Gate automation), of the control on the logistic process of storage and control goods and of the payment of the anchor duties and of those harbour ones The president of the Authority of Harbour System of Mare Adriatico Meridionale, Ugo Patroni Griffi, has remembered that - in the 2018 agency he had already carried the high speed in the port of Bari, that he allows more deepened environmental monitoring, greater effectiveness in the public safety, improvement in the performances of tourist attraction, let alone greater precision in the security controls. "Moreover - it has specified - already advanced technological equipments, above all in the field of the security, of which they arrange the five ports of the system, recently they are implemented by project ISMAEL (Integrated SysteM for the Assessment of Environmental impacts in transport Logistics). Draft of an innovative software that allows to under investigation carry out predictive analyses on the total level of emissions in the areas, allowing with the main actors, through I use it of a DSS (Decision Support System), the Internet of Things and the big date, the effective programming of cargo handling, the prevention of the risks deriving from the congestion of the traffic, the total reduction of the rinveniente environmental impact from the activities (for example carbon footprint, powders, cancellations, etc). We have put on of the Agency of Customs and of all the main actors of this project - it has concluded Patrons Griffi - our know-how-how to the aim of efficientare considerably transit the Time of the goods in the ports and in unwinds logistic". O Other destinations 12345678910111213141516171819202122232425262728293031 JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec Index Home Page News - Piazza Matteotti 1/3 - 16123 Genoa - ITALY phone: +39.010.2462122, fax: +39.010.2516768, e-mail	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0021.json.gz/line229
__label__cc	0.638104	0.361896	Veiled Freedom: An Interview Veiled Freedom hits stores today. A literary baby that has taken almost two years of research, writing, rewriting, then months of waiting during the editorial and publishing process, is now birthed. I watch my child take its first wobbling steps in bookstores and on-line catalogs with delight and some trepidation. How will this offspring that tore out my heart and soul and brain in its conception fare out there in the vast daunting world of book sales and marketing? [Featured publicist is grandson J.J. Windle touting Veiled Freedom at Colorado Christian Writer's Conference] Fortunately, like any author by the time their latest release actually hits shelves, I am far gone enough in my next manuscript, in this case a sequel, Freedom's Furnace, to be distracted from hovering over my child's every move. Meanwhile, many are asking what motivated a political/suspense novelist with roots deep into Latin American politics and culture to write a novel set across the world against the stark, forbidding backdrop of modern-day Afghanistan? So before I pull myself away from gloating through the nursery window at my newborn and get back to writing its upcoming sibling, may I invite you to pull up a comfortable chair, pour a cup of coffee (or your beverage vice of choice), and listen in on a recent interview: Why did you write a book about Afghanistan? Despite the ugliness of war, I rejoiced in the post-9/11 overthrow of Afghanistan's Taliban, believing it presaged new hope for freedom and peace in that region. Neither freedom nor peace ever materialized. Instead today's headlines reflect the rising violence, corruption, lawlessness and despair. The signing of Afghanistan's new constitution, establishing an Islamic republic under sharia law--and paid for with Western coalition dollars and the blood of our soldiers--tolled a death knell for any hope of real democracy. And yet the many players I've met in this drama have involved themselves for the most part with the best of intentions. The more I came to know the region and love its people, I was left asking, "Can outsiders ever truly purchase freedom for another culture or people?" That question birthed Veiled Freedom. A suicide bombing brings together a disillusioned Special Forces veteran, an idealistic relief worker, and an Afghan refugee on Kabul's dusty streets. The ensuing explosion will not only test the hypocrisy of Western leadership and Afghanistan’s new democracy, but start all three on their own personal quest. What is the true source of freedom--and its cost?" Your research for this book took you to Afghanistan…what was most shocking (or surprising) to you about Afghanistan? The most shocking was how little has changed, despite eight years of American and NATO occupation and trillions of dollars poured into the country. People are still starving, streets thick with beggars, mud-brick hovels the norm, while less than six percent of the country has electricity. After the initial hopes for freedom the 2001 liberation had raised, most women are back in burqas, in fear of their own men-folk, not the Taliban. Hundreds of girls schools built by foreign aid are once again shut. Islamic sharia law trumps any pretence at freedom and human rights. People express far more concern over the corruption and brutality of the local police and government officials than Taliban. In Kabul, an estimated 1/3 of all salaries are siphoned off by the bribes authorities demand for every service--or just to be left alone. In stark contrast are entire neighborhoods of turreted, gabled and towered mansions, many owned by government ministers, representing hundreds of millions in squandered aid money and opium. Add to that the high-priced malls, shops, restaurants catering to Afghanistan's new aristocracy and the expatriate community, where a cappuccino costs more than the average Afghani makes in a week. It is easy to understand why so many lash out in anger and violence. Ironically, even at the height of Taliban fighting, 90% of the country was open to aid work (I met many expatriate families, even with small children, who were there throughout the Taliban era). Today with all the foreign troop presence, that figure is reversed with 90% of Afghanistan closed off to aid work because of security concerns. What shaped your story the most after being in Afghanistan? I came away above all with a recognition that true freedom will only come to Afghanistan, or anywhere else in our world, through the love of Isa Masih [Jesus Christ] changing individual hearts. Change enough hearts, and you will see change in a nation. Without changed hearts, all the guns and aid are futile. Are there parts of your book that are total non-fiction? I can say honestly that little in Veiled Freedom is completely fiction other than the main characters, who in themselves are an amalgamation of so many I've come to know in Afghanistan, whether humanitarian, private security, embassy, military, who are true-life counterparts to my characters. The prison, Mansion Row, expat life, and other details are all as described. The women prisoner's stories are not only based on real cases, but nowhere near the worst I came across. In truth, so much evil and violence, and not just to women, was too graphic even to include in the book. But the love of Isa Masih [Jesus Christ] is also not fiction, and that is why Veiled Freedom is a story of hope, not despair. What do you want your readers to take away from reading VF? I would like readers to close this book with a better understanding of Afghanistan and the entire Muslim world and how vital and interconnected events there, especially such issues as freedom of worship, speech, human rights, are to our own country's future and security. Even more so, I want every reader to come face to face with the Person of Jesus Christ, the only true Hope of lasting change and freedom for our world. Labels: Afghanistan, democracy, humanitarian aid, Isa Masih, Islam, Jesus, Kabul, relief work, sharia, Taliban Rel June 1, 2009 at 4:40 PM Thanks Jeanette - so glad you wrote this book. Thanks too for the insight behind the story. Julie Woge August 10, 2009 at 9:38 PM I absolutely enjoyed Veiled Freedom! This past spring I took a college class on women in various cultures. One of our units focused on Muslim women. I applaud your research and accurate portrayal of the women in your novel. I look forward to the next book. Sarah K December 30, 2009 at 7:37 PM I am so grateful that you wrote Veiled Freedom. I haven't wanted to "pay the price" of reading non-fiction or secular fiction about Afghanistan because it would be to dark and hopeless. But when I saw your book in a bookstore, I did not hesitate to purchase it -- as a Christian book, there would be the Hope of Jesus Christ, not just a heartbreaking story full of cynicism and pain. Of course, that was going on faith to some degree, as not every author who claims to be Christian really has a vibrant faith, but you did not disappoint! I also loved how it didn't have an obvious and pat ending. Thank you so much for using your writing gift to write Christian fiction that can make a difference! Sarah Kornhaus	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0021.json.gz/line239
__label__cc	0.732216	0.267784	On Hitler, Grace, the Cross, Our Cross, Church and Life Together 1930s, Germany, Switzerland, Spain, England and the United States "Cheap grace [false, unBiblical perversions of God's word translated "Grace"] is the preaching of forgiveness without requiring repentance, baptism without church discipline, Communion without confession, absolution without personal confession. "Cheap grace is grace without discipleship, grace without the cross, grace without Jesus Christ, living and incarnate. "Costly grace, Biblical grace, is the treasure hidden in the field; for the sake of it a man will gladly go and sell all that he has. It is the pearl of great price to buy which the merchant will sell all his goods. It is the kingly rule of Christ, for whose sake a man will pluck out the eye which causes him to stumble. It is the call of Jesus Christ at which the disciple leaves his nets and follows him." -Dietrich Bonhoeffer "Bonhoeffer knew that twisting the Truth to sell it more effectively was inexcusable. For Bonhoeffer the challenge was to present the Truth as purely as possible without attempting to help it along or dress it up." -Eric Metaxas, Biographer "Bonhoeffer's church is a sect [a cult], in fact the worst sect to have ever set foot on the soil of German Protestantism" June 1935 "Evangelical Theology Magazine" -Hermann Sasse, prominent "religious leader" of the day "Where the world despises other members of the Christian family, Christians will love and serve them. If the world does violence to them, Christians will help them and provide them relief. Where the world subjects them to dishonor and insult, Christians will sacrifice their own honor in exchange for their disgrace. Where the world seeks gain, Christians will renounce it; where it exploits, they will let go; where it oppresses, they will stoop down and lift up the oppressed. Where the world denies justice, Christians will practice compassion; where it hides behind lies, they will speak out for those who cannot speak, and testify for the truth. For the sake of brothers or sisters-be they Jew or Greek, slave or free, strong or weak, of noble or common birth-Christians will renounce all community with the world, for they serve the community of the body of Jesus Christ. Being a part of this community, Christians cannot remain hidden from the world. They have been called out of the world and follow Christ." "Silence in the face of evil is itself evil: God will not hold us guiltless. Not to speak is to speak. Not to act is to act." "Bonhoeffer knew that something of this unwillingness [of the "christian churches"] to speak out with boldness [against Hitler or anything controversial] -- had to do with... money. The state provided financial security for the pastors of Germany, and even pastors in the [more "fundamental" and somewhat dissenting] church would jeopardize their incomes only to a certain point." "The Nazis did their best to portray Germany as a Christian nation. The Reich church erected a huge tent near the Olympic stadium. Foreigners would have no idea of the internecine battle between the German State-approved "church" and the [more "fundamental" and somewhat dissenting] church; it looked like there was an abundance of Christianity in the midst of Hitler's Germany." On December 11, as with most of his sermons, Bonhoeffer began provocatively, putting forth the notion that Christ had been exiled from the lives of most Christians. "Of course," he said, "we build him a temple, but we live in our own houses." Religion had been exiled to Sunday morning, to a place "into which one gladly withdraws for a couple of hours, but only to get to one's place of work immediately afterward." He said that one cannot give him only a "small compartment in our spiritual life," but must give him everything or nothing. "The religion of Christ," he said, "is not a tidbit after one's bread; on the contrary, it is the bread or it is nothing. People should at least understand and concede this if they call themselves Christian." "Then what's the use of everyone's theology?" Bonhoeffer asked. There were now an urgency and a seriousness to Bonhoeffer that had not been there before. Somehow he sensed he must warn people of what lay ahead. It was as if he could see that a mighty oak tree, in whose shade families were picnicking, and from whose branches children were swinging, was rotten inside, was about to fall down and kill them all. Others observed the change in him. For one thing, his sermons became more severe. His Bible texts provide a clue of what lay ahead. The first was from Revelation 2:4-5: "Nevertheless I have somewhat against thee, because thou hast left thy first love. Remember therefor from whence thou art fallen, and repent, and do the first works; or else I will come unto thee quickly, and will remove thy candlestick out of his place, except thou repent." People familiar with Bonhoeffer's preaching, upon hearing these verses, might well have slipped out the side exit. On the other hand, if they had been in the mood to be blasted backward and had chosen to stay, they would not have been disappointed. Bonhoeffer opened with the bad news: the Protestant church was in its eleventh hour, he said, and it's "high time we realize this." The church, he said, is dying or is already dead. Then he directed his thunder at the people in the pews. He condemned the grotesque inappropriateness of having a celebration when they were all, in fact, attending a funeral: "A fanfare of trumpets is no comfort to a dying man." He then referred to the day's hero, Martin Luther, as a "dead man" whom they were propping up for their selfish purposes. It was as if he'd thrown a bucket of water on the congregation and had then thrown his shoes at them. He called it "unpardonable frivolity and arrogance" for them to blithely appropriate Luther's famous words, "Here I stand, I can do no other," for their own ends-- as if these words applied to them and the Lutheran church of their day. So it went. Nor was it the only sermon of its kind that he would preach that year. But what exactly did Bonhoeffer see, and whense this urgency to communicate what he saw? He seemed to want to warn everyone to wake up and stop playing church. They were all sleepwalking toward a terrible precipice! But few took him seriously. For many, Bonhoeffer was only one of those bespectacled and over-serious academic types, with a good dose of religious fanaticism in the bargain. And he preached such depressing sermons! In a nutshell, he (Dietrich) saw a situation so bleak, by any historical measures, that he was rethinking some basic things and wondered whether modern man had moved beyond religion. What Bonhoeffer meant by "religion" was not true Christianity, but the ersatz (substitute) and abbreviated Christianity that he spent his life working against. This "religious" Christianity had failed Germany and the West during this great time of crisis, for one thing, and he wondered whether it wasn't finally time for the lordship of Jesus Christ to move past Sunday mornings and churches and into the whole world. But this was simply an extension of his previous theology, which was dedicatedly Bible centered and Christ centered. It is impossible to understand Bonhoeffer's "Nachfolge" without becoming acquainted with the shocking capitulation of the German church to Hitler in the 1930s. How could the "church of Luther," that great teacher of the gospel, have ever come to such a place? The answer is that the true gospel, summed up by Bonhoeffer as costly grace, had been lost. On the one hand, the church had become marked by compromise. That meant going to church and hearing that God just loves and forgives everyone, so it doesn't really matter much how you live. Bonhoeffer called this cheap grace. On the other hand, there was legalism, or salvation by law and good works. Legalism meant that God loves you because you have pulled yourself together and are trying to live a good, disciplined life. ["Arbeit Macht Frei" as posted over the gate of Auschwitz accurately represents their culture, both religious and secular. Exalting such things as precision, work ethic, orderliness, speed of accomplishment, beauty and seamlessness of choreography, manipulated dramatic crescendo of emotion, work ethic and the like... are a form of "legalism." "Garnering God's pleasure" by "orderliness" and "precision" and "choreography" and "work ethic" played into Hitler's hands as a legalism and "salvation, deliverance, proof of God's involvement - by works."] Both of these impulses made it possible for Hitler to come to power. The [compromisers] in Germany may have seen things that bothered them, but saw no need to sacrifice their safety to stand up to them. Legalists responded by having pharisaical attitudes towards other nations and races that approved of Hitler's policies. But as one, Germany lost hold of the brilliant balance of the gospel -- "We are saved by faith alone, but not by faith which is alone." That is, we are saved, not by anything we do, but by grace. Yet if we have truly understood and believed the gospel, it will change what we do and how we live. By the time of Hitler's ascension, much of the 'church' understood grace only as abstract acceptance-- "God forgives; that's His job." But we know that true grace comes to us by costly sacrifice. And if God was willing to go to the cross and endure such pain and absorb such a cost in order to save us, then we must live sacrificially as we serve others. Anyone who truly understands how God's grace comes to us will have a changed life. That's the gospel, not salvation by law, or by cheap grace, but by costly grace. Costly grace changes you from the inside out. Neither law nor cheap grace can do that. This lapse couldn't happen to us, today, surely, could it? Certainly it could. We still have a lot of legalism and moralism in our churches. In reaction to that, many Christians want to talk only about God's love and acceptance. They don't like talking about Jesus' death on the cross to satisfy divine wrath and justice. Some even call it "divine child abuse." Yet if they are not careful, they run the risk of falling into the belief in "cheap grace"-- a non-costly love for a non-holy God who just loves and accepts us as we are. That will never change anyone's life. So it looks like we still need to listen to Bonhoeffer and others who go deep in discussing the nature of the gospel. -Timothy J. Keller, Foreword, Bonhoeffer biography Only the obedient believe. A concrete commandment has to be obeyed in order to come to believe. A first step of obedience has to be taken, so that faith does not become pious self-deception, cheap grace. The first step is crucial. It is qualitatively different from all others that follow. The first step of obedience has to lead Peter away from his nets and out of the boat; it has to lead the young man away from his wealth. Faith is possible only in this new state of existence created by obedience. Jesus is the only significance. Grace and commandment in one: Christ calls, the disciple follows. Christianity without discipleship is Christianity without Christ! Discipleship without Jesus is devoid of promise and Jesus will surely reject it. "No man having put his hand to the plow and looking back is fit for the kingdom." Faith is only real when there is obedience and cannot act without it. Faith is the condition of obedience. Obedience is the condition of faith. Peter could not affect his own salvation, but he could leave his nets. Unless he obeys, a man cannot believe. -Dietrich Bonhoeffer, The Cost of Discipleship "When people complain, for instance, that they find it hard to believe, it is a sign of deliberate or unconscious disobedience... The outcome is usually that self-imparted absolution confirms the man in his disobedience, and makes him plead ignorance of the kindness as well as the commandment of God. He complains that God's commandment is uncertain, and susceptible of different interpretations. At first he was aware enough of his disobedience, but with his increasing hardness of heart that awareness grows ever fainter, and in the end he becomes so enmeshed that he loses all capacity for hearing the Word, and faith is quite impossible... It is time to take the bull by the horns, and say: 'Only those who obey believe.'... 'You are disobedient, you are trying to keep some part of your life under your own control. That is what is preventing you from listening to Christ and believing in His Grace. You cannot hear Christ because you are willfully disobedient. Somewhere in your heart you are refusing to listen to his call. Your difficulty is your sins.' Christ now enters the lists again and comes to grips with the devil, who until now has been hiding." "You do not fail in obedience through lack of love, but you lack love because you never attempted obedience." "Only the Believer obeys, and only he who obeys, believes." "Why must it so often be the bad people who make the revolutions?" "Religion today is far more committed to so-called 'tolerance' -- than to the Truth." Bonhoeffer's observations on American churches were closely related to his views on the seminary in New York: "Things are not much different in the church. The sermons have been reduced to parenthetical church remarks about newspaper events. As long as I've been here, I have heard only one sermon in which you could hear something like a genuine proclamation, and that was delivered by a negro (indeed, in general I'm increasingly discovering greater religious power and originality in Negroes). One big question continually attracting my attention in view of these facts is whether one here really can still speak about Christianity. There's no sense to expect the fruits where the Word really is no longer being preached." But then what becomes of Christianity per se? The enlightened American, rather than viewing all this with skepticism, instead welcomes it as an example of progress. They preach about virtually everything; only one thing is not addressed, or is addressed so rarely that I have as yet been unable to hear it, namely, the gospel of Jesus Christ, the cross, sin and forgiveness, death and life. In a homiletics seminar at Union taught by Fosdick, Fosdick gave out sermon topics. A few of them were on what he condescendingly called "traditional themes." Bonhoeffer was stunned that in this category was a sermon "on the forgiveness of sins and on the cross!" The heart of the gospel has been marginalized and quaintly labeled "traditional." He said: "This is quite characteristic of most of the churches I saw. So what stands in place of the Christian message? An ethical and social idealism borne by faith in progress that -- who knows how-- claims the right to call itself 'Christian.' And in the place of the church as the congregation of believers in Christ there stands the church as a social corporation. Anyone who has seen the weekly program of one of the large American churches, with their daily, indeed almost hourly events, teas, lectures, concerts, charity events, opportunities for sports, games, bowling, dancing for every age group, anyone who has heard how they try to persuade a new resident to join the church, insisting that you'll get into society quite differently by doing so, anyone who has become acquainted with the embarrassing nervousness with which the pastor lobbies for membership -- that person can well assess the character of such a church. All these things, of course, take place with varying degrees of tactfulness, taste, and seriousness; some churches are basically "charitable" churches; others have primarily a social identity. One cannot avoid the impression, however, that in both cases they have forgotten what the real point is." -Metaxas, Bonhoeffer "One admires Christ according to aesthetic categories as an aesthetic genius, calls Him the greatest ethicist; one admires his going to His death as a heroic sacrifice for His ideas. Only one thing one doesn't do: one doesn't take Him seriously. That is, one doesn't bring the center of his or her own life into contact with the claim of Christ to speak the revelation of God and to be the revelation. One maintains a distance between himself or herself and the word of Christ, and allows no serious encounter to take place. I can doubtless live with or without Jesus as a religious genius, as an ethicist, as a gentleman-- just as, after all, i can also live without Plato and Kant. Should, however, there be something in Christ that claims my life entirely with the full seriousness that here God Himself speaks and if the Word of God once became present only in Christ, then Christ has not only relative but absolute, urgent significance for me. "Understanding Christ means taking Christ seriously. Understanding this claim means taking seriously His absolute claim on our commitment. And it is now of importance for us to clarify the seriousness of this matter and to extricate Christ from the secularization process in which he has been incorporated since the 'Enlightenment.' In this lecture, Bonhoeffer tipped one sacred cow after the other. Having dealt with the idea of Christ as no mere great ethicist, he proceeded to explain the similarity of the Christian religion to other religions. Then he came to his main point: the essence of Christianity is not about religion at all, but about the person of Christ. He expanded on the theme that religion was a dead, man-made thing, and at the heart of Christianity was something else entirely-- God Himself, alive. "What determines our brotherhood is what that man is by reason of Christ, if delivered from his sin, and called to faith and eternal life. Our community with one another consists solely in what Christ has done to both of us. "The more genuine and the deeper our community becomes, the more will everything else between us recede, the more clearly and purely will Jesus Christ and His Work become the one and only thing that is vital between us. We have one another only through Christ, but through Christ we do have one another, wholly, and for all eternity. That dismisses once and for all every clamorous desire for something more than life together around Christ. One who wants a mere superficial experience does not want Christian brotherhood. He is looking for some extraordinary social experience which he has not found elsewhere; he is bringing muddled and impure desires into Christian brotherhood. Just at this point Christian brotherhood is threatened most often at the very start by the greatest danger of all, the danger of being poisoned at its root, the danger of confusing Christian brotherhood with some wishful idea of social religious fellowship, of confounding the natural desire of the devout heart for community with the spiritual reality of Christian brotherhood. ln Christian brotherhood everything depends upon its being clear right from the beginning." If we invoke the deadly dictum of Cain: "Am I my brother's keeper?" are we not then subject to the curse of God: "His blood will I require at thine hand" (Ezek. 3:18). Where Christians live together the time must inevitably come when in some crisis one person will have to declare God's Word and will to another. It is inconceivable that the things that are of utmost importance to each individual should not be spoken by one to another. It is unchristian consciously to deprive another of the one decisive service we can render to him. If we cannot bring ourselves to utter it, we shall have to ask ourselves whether we are not still seeing our brother garbed in his human dignity which we are afraid to touch, and thus forgetting the most important thing, that he, too, is still a man like us, a sinner in crying need of God's grace. He has the same great necessities that we have, and needs help, encouragement, and forgiveness as we do. The basis upon which Christians can speak to one another is that each knows the other as a human. Though with all his dignity, each man is lonely and lost if he is not given help. This is not to make him contemptible nor to disparage him in any way. On the contrary, it is to accord him the one real dignity that man has, namely, that, though he is a sinner, he can share in God's grace and glory and be God's child. This recognition gives to our brotherly speech the freedom and candor that it needs. We speak to one another on the basis of the help we both need. We 'admonish one another' (Heb.3:12-13) to go the way that Christ bids us to go. We warn one another against the disobedience that is our common destruction. We are gentle and we are severe with one another, for we know both God's kindness and God's severity. Why should we be afraid of one another, since both of us have only God to fear? Why should we think that our brother would not understand us, when we understood very well what was meant when somebody spoke God's comfort or God's admonition to us, perhaps in words that were halting and unskilled? Or do we really think there is a single person in this world who does not need either encouragement or admonition? Why, then, has God bestowed Christian brotherhood upon us? The more we learn to allow others to speak the Word to us, to accept humbly and gratefully even severe reproaches and admonitions, the more free and objective will we be in speaking ourselves. The person whose touchiness and vanity make him spurn a brother's earnest censure cannot speak the truth in humility to others; he is afraid of being rebuffed and of feeling that he has been aggrieved. The touchy person will always become a flatterer and very soon he will come to despise and slander his brother. But the humble person will stick both to truth and to love. He will stick to the word of God and let it lead him to his brother. Because he seeks nothing for himself and has no fears for himself, he can help his brother through the Word. Nothing can be more compassionate than the personal admonition that calls a brother back from the path of sin. It is mercy, and ultimate offer of genuine fellowship, when we allow nothing but God's word to stand between us, both judging and succoring. Then it is not we who are judging (1Cor.5:9-6:3, John 12:47-48). We serve him even when we must speak the judging and dividing Word of God to him, even when, in obedience to God, we must break off fellowship with him. -Dietrich Bonhoeffer, "Life Together" He (Dietrich Bonhoeffer) had theologically redefined the Christian life as something active, not reactive. It had nothing to do with avoiding sin or with merely talking or teaching or believeing theological notions or principles or rules or tenents. It had everything to do with living one's whole life in obedience to God's call through action. It did not merely require a mind, but a body too. It was God's call to be fully human, to live as human beings obedient to the one who had made us, which was the fulfillment of our destiny. It was not a cramped, compromised, circumspect life, but a life lived in a kind of wild, joyful, full-throated freedom - that was what it was to obey God. (Finkenwalde was the location of Bonhoeffer's daily intentional experience of "Life Together" with many other committed believers. Eventually shut down by the Nazi's, the relationships continued as long as they lived -- which for some was not to be very long at all.) "No one at Finkenwalde could complain that there was no fun. Most afternoons and evenings a time was set aside for hiking or sports. Bonhoeffer was forever organizing games, just as his mother had done in their family. There was a lot of table tennis, and anyone looking for Bonhoeffer would try the table tennis room first. They also played soccer. 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__label__cc	0.726349	0.273651	A Guide to the Shirley Godbold Fowlkes Stevenson Quilt Collection, 1983-2013 Creator: Stevenson, Shirley Godbold Fowlkes Title: Stevenson, Shirley Godbold Fowlkes Quilt Collection Abstract: The Shirley Godbold Fowlkes Stevenson Quilt collection consists of information and clippings relating to her quilts and other textile products. The collection also includes commercial patterns for clothing and household items designed by Stevenson. Accession No.: 2014-174; 2015-069 Extent: 1 ft. Shirley Stevenson is a Texas artist whose work has focused on quilting and quilted wearables. Stevenson attended the University of Texas, where she completed a degree in art education. She then spent time working as an art teacher, artist, and interior designer before shifting focus to quilting in 1980. Her designs quickly gained popularity, and Stevenson’s quilted wearables have been featured in fashion shows such as the American Quilters Society’s fashion show, and her quilts have been exhibited in galleries and museums, including the Dallas Museum of Art. Because of the high demand for her works, in 1989 Stevenson began offering her designs as patterns under the brand name Color Me Patterns. In the 1990s she also designed patterns for Vogue and Butterick. The Shirley Godbold Fowlkes Stevenson Quilt collection, 1983-2013, consists of information and clippings relating to her quilts and other textile products. The collection also includes commercial patterns for clothing and household items designed by Stevenson. This collection is stored remotely. Advance notice required for retrieval. Contact repository for retrieval. Stevenson, Shirley Godbold Fowlkes Genre/Form Forms part of the Winedale Quilt History Collection Separated Material Some material has been separated to the Quilt Collection. Shirley Godbold Fowlkes Stevenson Quilt Collection, 1983-2013, Dolph Briscoe Center for American History, The University of Texas at Austin. This collection was processed by Esther Kirchner, July 2016. 2014-174/1 Clippings related to Stevenson's quilts, 1983-2008 Clippings on Stevenson's early quilts, 1983-1996, 2014 Articles and information on Stevenson and her quilts, 1984-2010 Images of Stevenson's works, 1984-2011 Images of Stevenson's quilts and garments, 1986-2013 Stevenson's works featured in publications, 1994-1998 Class brochures and catalog items, 1995-2010 Patterns designed by Stevenson Color Me Patterns no. 116 "Sock-it-to-me Jacket," undated Color Me Patterns no. 330 "Barns in America," 1999 Color Me Patterns no. 357 "The Cat Gallery," 2004 Color Me Patterns no. 342 "Texas Flag Quilt Series," 2001 Color Me Patterns no. 358, "Seven Trapunto designs for T-shirts," 2006 Color Me Patterns no. 354, "Frog Frolic," 2005 Butterick Patterns nos. 6800 and 5059 and Vogue pattern no. 7465, 1997-2001 Butterick pattern no. 4912, 1997 (2 copies) Butterick pattern nos. 5231, 5289 and 5330, 1997 Butterick patterns nos. 4910 and 4966, 1997 Butterick patterns nos. 5454 and 5178, 1997-1998 Vogue patterns nos. 7599 and 7624, 2002	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0021.json.gz/line251
__label__wiki	0.735063	0.735063	Donnelly injury could be "career-threatening" Tyrone's Mattie Donnelly collides with Cathal Compton of Roscommon Tyrone captain Mattie Donnelly has revealed that his injury could potentially be “career-threatening” if not managed properly. The Trillick clubman is facing a six-month lay-off after undergoing surgery to correct an injury problem which saw a tendon holding the hamstring to the bone detached. Speaking at yesterday’s Dr McKenna Cup launch in Ridden Hall Belfast, Donnelly said an exact timeframe for his return is not known. “You can't set a timeline in stone,” he told the Irish Examiner. “The more you learn about the injury it's definitely a tricky one and it's one if I don't manage it right then it is career-threatening in a way. “That's from speaking to a few physios that are highly regarded and are experienced in dealing with it. “You need to get it right because it's nearly one of the worst injuries you can get.”	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0021.json.gz/line260
__label__cc	0.746105	0.253895	Government mulls mapping drainage systems as drought conditions continue Chris Johnstone 10-07-2017 updated Farmers are warning that an ongoing drought in the Czech Republic could be the worst in the last three years. In spite of occasional storms, the ground is not absorbing rainwater. This has led to South Moravia and large parts of Bohemia looking as parched as the Mediterranean. The government is considering mapping drainage systems across the country with the idea of converting them so that they can retain water locally when needed. Poultry farm inspections launched after Polish bird flu outbreak The Czech State Veterinary Administration has launched a special inspections drive targeting farms to which poultry is transported… Starlings and voles responsible for significant drop in grape harvest Wine growers in the Czech Republic are expecting one of the lowest harvests in the past three or four years, the daily e15 reported… Czech initiative aims to revive fruit orchards by growing trees from seeds Fruit trees have been a common feature in the Czech and Moravian landscape for centuries. However, in the past decades, traditional…	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0021.json.gz/line261
__label__wiki	0.867392	0.867392	Economic Science Economic Science Electronic Resources Find resources for economic science Top Sources Business Source Elite Provides full-text coverage of top business, management and economics journals and periodicals. These valuable publications cover topics such as accounting, banking, finance, international business, marketing, sales and more. Coverage: 1922- Full Text: Yes Journals and Other Sources Included Online archive of eBooks and complete backruns of scholarly journals in a variety of academic fields. Coverage: 1800s- Titles Included \| Search Tips All Economic Science Databases Google search for scholarly literature, including peer-reviewed papers, theses, books, preprints, abstracts and technical reports on all topic areas. Use to find articles from academic publishers, professional societies, prepublication repositories and universities. Coverage: Varies Oxford Journals Search 400+ titles covering a variety of topic areas. Project MUSE Full text access to scholarly humanities, social sciences, and mathematics journals. Titles Included Full text access to more than 2000 Elsevier science, social science, engineering and management scholarly journals. Scopus, the largest abstract and citation database of peer-reviewed literature, features smart tools to track, analyze and visualize research. Scopus delivers the most comprehensive overview of the world’s research output in the fields of Science, Technology, Medicine, Social Sciences, and Arts & Humanities. As research becomes increasingly global, interdisciplinary and collaborative, Scopus helps ensure that crucial research from around the world is not missed. Access to a variety of scholarly science journals and eBooks published by Springer. Individual chapters and subscribed books are available to download as PDFs. Search journals published by Wiley-Blackwell. WPI subscribes to many titles in various topic areas such as chemistry, medical & life sciences, materials science and engineering. by No Preference Last Updated Jul 2, 2019 27 views this year URL: https://libguides.wpi.edu/economics Subjects: Economic Science, Social Science & Policy Studies Tags: Subject Guide	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0021.json.gz/line262
__label__wiki	0.708171	0.708171	Contractor accused of scamming Sandy victims faces charges in Nassau Tuesday, December 19, 2017 12:54 PM EST MINEOLA - A Smithtown-based contractor accused of scamming Superstorm Sandy victims out of thousands of dollars has now been charged in Nassau County. Lee Moser, of Capstone Remodeling, was hired to repair homes in the wake of Sandy. Homeowners in Suffolk and Nassau say Moser took thousands of dollars from them, then either didn't do or finish the work. Moser was arrested in October in Suffolk County on fraud and grand larceny charges. According to Nassau District Attorney Madeline Singas, Moser stole $113,485 from five complainants. She says he “allegedly spent the money on gasoline, restaurants, telephone service and other expenditures to continue running his business unrelated to the homeowners’ respective contracts.” His attorney told News 12 in November that Moser intended on paying all the money that was owed to victims. Moser, 49, was charged Tuesday with five counts of grand larceny in the third degree, scheme to defraud in the first degree and two count of operating a home improvement business without a license. His bail was set at $5,000 bond or $2,000 cash. He is due back in court on Jan. 23. Moser faces up to seven years in prison if convicted on the top counts. Police: Queens man tried to scam Floral Park woman out of thousands of dollars Police say a Queens man tried to scam a Floral Park woman out of thousands of dollars. MTA police: 2 in custody in connection to Manhasset LIRR station stabbing Updated: Friday, January 17 2020 10:28 PM EST2020-01-18 03:28:58 GMT Two suspects are in custody in connection to a slashing at the Manhasset Long Island Rail Road station. Sources: South Farmingdale woman was strangled Updated: Friday, January 17 2020 3:32 PM EST2020-01-17 20:32:09 GMT Police say a 27-year-old woman was found strangled in her bed Wednesday inside the South Farmingdale home she shared with her family. Residents in South Farmingdale told News 12 that they were shocked to hear about the death of a 27-year-old woman that’s being investigated as a homicide. Great Neck man sentenced in car hood killing of his neighbor Christian Arevalo got into a fight with Corey Howell, 20, in August 2017. A Great Neck man was sentenced Friday to up to four years in prison for criminally negligent homicide in connection to the death of his neighbor in 2017. Nassau police ask for info from public in nursing student’s slaying According to police, 27-year-old Kelly Owen was found Wednesday afternoon at her home on First Avenue.	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0021.json.gz/line265
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__label__wiki	0.961784	0.961784	The Go Rounds With The Savage Radley THE GO ROUNDS are bits of all your favorite bands exploded into rock n' roll confetti. Their unique brand of Psychedelic Americana Pop crosses, blends, and deconstructs genres from indie to country to art-rock and baroque folk; creating an accessible and engaging experience that will leave you talking. The songs are catchy, twangy, and trippy - led by the spellbinding power of lead singer Graham Parsons' vocals, which weave through lush sonic textures and the band's master class of intricate arrangements. The Go Rounds: Cage Divine \| Peluso Microphone Lab Presents: Yellow Couch Sessions Video of The Go Rounds: Cage Divine \| Peluso Microphone Lab Presents: Yellow Couch Sessions THE SAVAGE RADLEY "We're not throwback country," she says of her band, a group of pickers and pounders who add electricity, elasticity and grit to her songs. "We're not looking to be in the mainstream, either. We just want to fill our own corner of this Americana southern landscape." Fueled by electric guitar, pedal steel, piano, and the percussion of former punk drummer and longtime band member Stephen Montgomery, the songs on the Savage Radley's newest release, Kudzu, tell the story of a modern-day South. This is raw, ragged, rock-influenced roots music, with Goodman singing about the land she knows — a land nearly forgotten, tucked away along the banks of the Mississippi River — in a voice caught halfway between a wail and a warble. Different in scope and sound from the music emanating from the nearby country capital of the world, Nashville TN, Kudzu was recorded in western Kentucky, with producer Skylar Wilson (Justin Townes Earle, Caitlin Rose, Andrew Combs) traveling from Tennessee to work with the band. Kudzu isn't some nostalgia project, meant to evoke the mid-century charm of country music's golden years. It's modern. It's progressive. Kicking off with the guitar-heavy "Gone," Kudzu shines a light on love and life in rural America. "Little River Town" tells the story of Goodman's grandparents, former sharecroppers who transformed themselves into owners of a large farming operation, while "Slough Water" — equal parts piano ballad, folk song and secular gospel tune — finds the singer longing for the muddy, therapeutic water of the Mississippi River. Along the way, the Savage Radley kicks up plenty of dust with the fuzzy, fiery "Worm (On Hot Pavement)," casts a spooky spell during "Blood Money," rides a four-on-the-floor groove during the short, stomping "Hammers," and slows down the pace with the tormented love ballad "Milk and Honey." Mixing the storytelling tradition of classic southern writers with an amped-up soundcheck, Goodman views Kudzu as another step toward the band becoming part of "a new wave of Southern rock." It's an album about where she's from, stacked with songs that point to where she's going. "I'm a real farmer's daughter, singing about the things I know," she explains. "It's not hard to share my sense of place when I know figuratively and literally how a patch of land holds a world together." Admission: $8 \| $10 at the door.	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0021.json.gz/line274
__label__wiki	0.522634	0.522634	The science of open spaces : theory and practice for conserving large, complex systems The work The science of open spaces : theory and practice for conserving large, complex systems represents a distinct intellectual or artistic creation found in Austin Public Library. This resource is a combination of several types including: Work, Language Material, Books. The Resource The science of open spaces : theory and practice for conserving large, complex systems theory and practice for conserving large, complex systems Charles G. Curtin Curtin, Charles G Ebooks Hoopla trueElectronic books trueBiodiversity conservation Open spaces -- Conservation Biosphere reserves -- Management From the days of the American Frontier, the term "open spaces" has evoked a vision of unspoiled landscapes stretching endlessly toward the horizon, of nature operating on its own terms without significant human interference. Ever since, government agencies, academia, and conservation organizations have promoted policies that treat large, complex systems with a one-size-fits-all mentality that fails to account for equally complex social dimensions of humans on the landscape. This is wrong, argues landscape ecologist and researcher Charles Curtin. We need a science-based approach that tells us how to think about our large landscapes and open spaces at temporally and spatially appropriate scales in a way that allows local landowners and other stakeholders a say in their futures. The Science of Open Spaces turns conventional conservation paradigms on their heads, proposing that in thinking about complex natural systems, whether the arid spaces of the southwestern United States or open seas shared by multiple nations, we must go back to "first principles"--those fundamental physical laws of the universe--and build innovative conservation from the ground up based on theory and backed up by practical experience. Curtin walks us through such foundational science concepts as thermodynamics, ecology, sociology, and resilience theory, applying them to real-world examples from years he has spent designing large-scale, place-based collaborative research programs in the United States and around the world. Compelling for not only theorists and students, but also practitioners, agency personnel, and lay readers, this book offers a thoughtful and radical departure from business-as-usual management of Earth's dwindling wide-open spaces Context of The science of open spaces : theory and practice for conserving large, complex systems The science of open spaces : theory and practice for conserving large, complex systems, Charles G. Curtin, (electronic resource) <div class="citation" vocab="http://schema.org/"><i class="fa fa-external-link-square fa-fw"></i> Data from <span resource="http://link.library.austintexas.gov/resource/Q01BbYOw8k8/" typeof="CreativeWork http://bibfra.me/vocab/lite/Work"><span property="name http://bibfra.me/vocab/lite/label"><a href="http://link.library.austintexas.gov/resource/Q01BbYOw8k8/">The science of open spaces : theory and practice for conserving large, complex systems</a></span> - <span property="potentialAction" typeOf="OrganizeAction"><span property="agent" typeof="LibrarySystem http://library.link/vocab/LibrarySystem" resource="http://link.library.austintexas.gov/"><span property="name http://bibfra.me/vocab/lite/label"><a property="url" href="http://link.library.austintexas.gov/">Austin Public Library</a></span></span></span></span></div> Data Citation of the Work The science of open spaces : theory and practice for conserving large, complex systems	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0021.json.gz/line278
__label__wiki	0.633729	0.633729	Taupo District Libraries ( Kōtui ) The New York Times Best Sellers - Paperback Business Books The Resource The New York Times Best Sellers - Paperback Business Books The New York Times Best Sellers Copyright (c) 2018 The New York Times Company. All Rights Reserved. 6 Items in the List The New York Times Best Sellers - Paperback Business Books 1 Outliers : the story of success, Malcolm Gladwell Taupo Library 3 Steve Jobs, by Walter Isaacson Turangi Library 6 Heads in beds : a reckless memoir of hotels, hustles, and so-called hospitality, Jacob Tomsky 8 Freakonomics : a rogue economist explores the hidden side of everything, Steven D. Levitt and Stephen J. Dubner 9 The checklist manifesto : how to get things right, Atul Gawande 10 Why nations fail : the origins of power, prosperity and poverty, Daron Acemoglu and James A. Robinson Context of The New York Times Best Sellers - Paperback Business Books Freakonomics : a rogue economist explores the hidden side of everything Heads in beds : a reckless memoir of hotels, hustles, and so-called hospitality Outliers : the story of success The checklist manifesto : how to get things right Why nations fail : the origins of power, prosperity and poverty <div class="citation" vocab="http://schema.org/"><i class="fa fa-external-link-square fa-fw"></i> Data from <span resource="http://link.taupo.kotui.org.nz/resource/OkOs_IrHEqs/" typeof="ItemList http://bibfra.me/vocab/lite/List"><span property="name http://bibfra.me/vocab/lite/label"><a href="http://link.taupo.kotui.org.nz/resource/OkOs_IrHEqs/">The New York Times Best Sellers - Paperback Business Books</a></span> - <span property="offers" typeOf="Offer"><span property="offeredBy" typeof="Library ll:Library" resource="http://link.taupo.kotui.org.nz/"><span property="name http://bibfra.me/vocab/lite/label"><a property="url" href="http://link.taupo.kotui.org.nz/">Taupo District Libraries</a></span></span></span></span></div> Data Citation of the List The New York Times Best Sellers - Paperback Business Books Structured data from the Bibframe namespace is licensed under the Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License by Taupo District Libraries. Additional terms may apply to data associated with third party namespaces. http://link.taupo.kotui.org.nz/resource/OkOs_IrHEqs/ http://library.link/resource/OkOs_IrHEqs/ Currenty shared across 0 libraries and 0 members of Kōtui http://link.grey.kotui.org.nz/ http://link.hauraki.kotui.org.nz/ http://link.selwyn.kotui.org.nz/ http://link.hurunui.kotui.org.nz/ http://link.upperhutt.kotui.org.nz/ http://link.dunedin.kotui.org.nz/ http://link.hastings.kotui.org.nz/ http://link.westernbay.kotui.org.nz/ http://link.palmerstonnorth.kotui.org.nz/ http://link.thamescoromandel.kotui.org.nz/ http://link.buller.kotui.org.nz/ http://link.feilding.kotui.org.nz/ http://link.kawerau.kotui.org.nz/ http://link.tasman.kotui.org.nz/ http://link.nelson.kotui.org.nz/ http://link.waimakariri.kotui.org.nz/ http://link.tauranga.kotui.org.nz/ http://link.westland.kotui.org.nz/ http://link.timaru.kotui.org.nz/ http://link.taupo.kotui.org.nz/ http://link.otorohanga.kotui.org.nz/ http://link.matamatapiako.kotui.org.nz/ http://link.rotorua.kotui.org.nz/ http://link.wairarapa.kotui.org.nz/ http://link.tararua.kotui.org.nz/ http://link.opotiki.kotui.org.nz/ http://link.whakatane.kotui.org.nz/ http://link.newplymouth.kotui.org.nz/ http://link.centralotagoqueenstown.kotui.org.nz/ http://link.marlborough.kotui.org.nz/	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0021.json.gz/line280
__label__wiki	0.652176	0.652176	The psychological damage of warfare by Finn Bowen Tue 18th Sep 2012 Hidden, somewhere between the valiant honour roll of current serving war ‘heroes’ and the ever-increasing list of post-humourous award receivers, lie the forgotten soldiers of old - surviving their campaigns and returning home. These casualties are the ones stricken and crippled by both physical and mental disabilities, resulting from their dedication and sacrifice to the protection of their families and their homeland. Lost in the bureaucracy of politics and idiocracy of greed, these soldiers remain forgotten and abandoned. Since the federation of Australia in 1901, more than 100,000 young men have died, fighting to protect their country. These glorified ‘heroes’ were placed in coffins draped in the Australian flag, and shipped home to their grieving mothers: as innocent young boys they left, and murdered, haggard, destroyed men they returned. But the real victims here were those affected psychologically, their original personalities banished from their haggard bodies after returning home from yet another tour of duty - physically exhausted, mentally isolated, and publicly ostracised. According to official government statistics, Veterans’ Affairs have granted 287 compensation claims in the last decade. This alone may not seem a lot, but considering the Australian Defence Force is made up of 3,300 deployed personnel, 287 represents nearly one tenth of the force...and that’s just the tip of the iceberg. For every one hundred veterans, three of them are homeless. These men were keenly and eagerly standing watch in the treacherous paranoia of midnight, in sub-zero mountainous terrain protecting our nation as we slept peacefully in our warm, cosy homes. Now these same brave men and women are sleeping rough out in the cold, humiliated and dejected. For decades the government have deliberately hidden the real cost our soldiers are paying for our nation’s wars. Fearing the thought of a people’s backlash, the government have concealed the real statistics from the public, encouraging the ‘idiocratic’ ideals of patriotism, and searching for new avenues of revenue and morale raising. Where is the truth? A recent study investigating the rates of psychological damage amongst Combat Forces, was conducted by the UK Ministry of Defence ‘DASA’ unit. This quarterly survey found three interesting regular occurrences within the psycho-analysed results. The findings state: -- Rates for Army & RAF personal were significantly (p.<0.05) higher than for Royal Navy (inc. Royal Marine Commandos); -- Rates for other ranks were significantly higher than that for Officers; -- Rates for females were significantly higher than that of males. What wasn’t included in the study however, were precise figures of mentally ill ex-servicemen and women across Britain. All such statistics and information, are hidden from the public domain, and stashed under the suede-leather couch of a politician; terrified of the consequences and his own job security, should such revealing figures get out. A report commissioned in April 2009 by General Sir Richard Dannatt, concluded that “there were no accurate figures for seriously wounded [including psychologically damaged] personnel,” further stating “It has long been agreed that the sickness absence management figures are inaccurate.” Whilst various psychological ‘programmes’ have been established by Defence Forces worldwide in an effort to combat the growing social resentment for buck-passing governments, very few, such as the Braveheart programme, are successful in diagnosing, dealing, or healing psychological damage in veterans and soldiers, some, only as young as 18. A study conducted in March 2007, revealed some astonishing figures. The study, published in the Archives of Internal Medicine, revealed one third of returning veterans were diagnosed with a mental illness or psycho-social disorder – such as homelessness and marital problems, including domestic violence. Over half were diagnosed with more than one disorder; the median was three. Dr. Karen Seal at the San Francisco Veterans’ Affairs Medical Centre and the University of California, explained saying “So instead of treating just post-traumatic stress disorder, you’re treating PTSD, depression and substance abuse.” The most common combination, she says, was PTSD and depression. “That’s understandable,” says Seal, because soldiers face horrifying events in combat that lead to PTSD while experiencing“a lot of loss and separation that leads to depression.” Further figures indicate 13 per-cent of studied veterans, suffered Post Traumatic Stress Disorder. The sub-set with the highest rate of mental problems studied, were those between 18 and 24. The study concluded that young active-duty soldiers were three times more likely to be diagnosed with a mental disorder such as PTSD, than those over 40. Where to from here? Many psychologists suggest a greater presence and facilitation of psycho-analysis and monitoring of affected veterans, to ensure such psychological disorders do not become chronic. This, coupled with a reduction in the stigma of mental health issues, especially prevalent amongst war veterans, are just some of the recommendations made. #611: Posted by Jim Handley on Tue 16 Oct 2012 22:26 At last, someone's stating the brutally cruel truth, so carefully hidden for so long by the self-serving the 'establishment'. Jim (ex-Korean War veteran) MORE FROM GLOBAL Is Dumbing Down a Reality? 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__label__wiki	0.653469	0.653469	Notting Hill Arts Club Shops near Notting Hill Arts Club Notting Hill Arts Club, 221 Notting Hill Gate, Notting Hill, London W11 3JQ Mon-Wed: 6pm-1am; Thu-Fri: 6pm-2am; Sat: 4pm-2am; Sun: 4pm-1am All The Best Antiques Art and Design Arts and Crafts Baby Care Bags and Accessories Bath and Kitchen Bicycle Shops Books Catalogue and Mail Order Chemists Children's clothes Children's Gifts and Toys Cleaning and Repairs Clothing Delicatessens Department Stores Electronics Eyewear Florists Food and Drink Shops Games and Hobbies Gifts and Luxuries Hair and Grooming Health and Beauty Hire Shops House and Garden Jewellery Ladies Fashion Markets Menswear Motoring Music Shops Musician Supplies Office Supply Opticians Perfume and Cosmetics Pet Care Photography Shoes Shopping Centres Specialists Sporting Goods Street or Area Supermarkets Wine Merchants Kokon To Zai 87 Golborne Road, Notting Hill, London W10 \| 21 minutes walk from Notting Hill Arts Club Kokon to Zai, meaning "east meets west" in Japanese, is a mix of designer clothes and interior design pieces but what makes it... 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__label__cc	0.638541	0.361459	Muslim nations join US in fight against ISIS?(not exactly) To avoid going “all in”, Obama is relying on “like minded” Muslim nations to thwart IS(is). How is that working out? Not well. Here is the Debka File headline: Jordan will not join US-led coalition fighting IS. Arabs have own strategy DEBKAfile September 8, 2014, 1:49 PM (IDT) Jordan’s minister of state for media affairs Muhammad Momani said Sunday that Jordan will not be part of any coalition for battling the IS, but would continue to coordinate with all countries on how to face terrorism and terrorist organizations. The Arab foreign ministers meeting in Cairo Sunday also agreed to act jointly against extremist groups, particularly the Islamic state, but fell short of embracing coordination with the US. DEBKAfile: This was a mortal setback for Barack Obama’s plans to co-opt Egypt and Saudi Arabia to his coalition against IS. Instead, the Arab ministers opted for “national and regional strategies against terrorism.” Why do you believe that is the case? Why does our very best Muslim ally nation, Jordon, refuse to partner with us against ISIS, which is declared to be the worst form of evil distorting the “good name” of Islam? Why? First, let’s demonstrate John Kerry’s delusion which exemplifies why our Middle East policies are failing miserable, and why, if we keep on this path, our wives will be forced to wear Burka’s in 20 years or less… Here is the headline from Jihad Watch: Kerry: Anti-Islamic State coalition means “demolishing the distortion of one of the world’s great peaceful religions” Robert Spencer Sep 8, 2014 at 10:16pm 68 Comments Statement of John Kerry, September 8, 2014: “As we build this coalition, I want to underscore that almost every single country on Earth has a role to play in eliminating the ISIL threat and the evil that it represents. For some that will mean military assistance, both direct and in the form of training, arming, and advising, equipping. For some it will mean contributing to the desperately needed humanitarian relief effort. For some it will mean helping to identify, track, and cut off ISIL’s funding, and prevent the flow of foreign fighters. For still others it will mean demolishing the distortion of one of the world’s great peaceful religions and counteracting the propaganda ISIL uses to recruit new supporters. And for all it will mean publicly supporting the new inclusive government in Iraq.” Kerry’s statements give unwarranted credence that ISIS is distorting the “real” Islam. ISIS IS the real Islam. He gives unwarranted credence to Islam being one of the world’s “great peaceful religions.” The other delusion of US Middle East policy has been the use of slightly less evil leaders, groups, and ideologies to neutralize more evil leaders, groups, and ideologies. All of the Middle East groups we have attempted to manipulate have been Islamic. More often than not, that policy has backfired and the greater evil replaced the lesser evil. Why does that happen? Because it is all part of Islam. We are attempting to deal with a foreign evil ideology, Islam, from the perspective of our Western morality and mindset. We have not been able to fathom and grasp the extent of diametrically opposed morality we are dealing with. Some policy makers believe the Muslim Brotherhood is a mild form of Islam, or that Al Qaeda is “better” than IS(IL). We fail to understand that ALL of it – every Islamic group we are dealing with - is pure Islam in one of Islam’s deceitful and barbaric forms. Western values and Islamic values are so opposite that one cannot comprehend the other. The graphic below illustrates this point – 180 degrees of separation between Western and Islamic values: Instead, we continue to play Pollyanna and wish and hope that we will muster the support of other Islamic nations in the fight against ISIS. This will never happen. There may be smoke and mirrors that make it appear it is happening, and we may deceive ourselves into believing this is happening, but it is not. Here is an example of how the media, even relatively conservative headline writers, perpetuate this self-deception. The “Misleading Headline of the Week” award goes to Fox News: Arab states join forces against ISIS, as Obama preps strategy Arab League nations called Monday for combating Islamic State extremists, acting to join forces against the terror threat as President Obama continues to forge his own coalition for battling the extremist group. Here is the money quote: It's not clear to what extent the Arab League and western allies are coordinating. The league's resolution, issued after late-night meetings of Arab foreign ministers a day earlier, doesn't explicitly back American military action against the group. On a separate track, Obama administration officials met Friday in Wales with mostly European allies to discuss the Islamic State threat. Our “Muslim buddies” in the Middle East will not endorse US action against ISIS. Why not? ISIS is a close relative, a brother to all the other Muslim groups over there – compared to the United States. Yes, these “brothers” fight among one another. But to them, we are NOT the good guys. We are the infidel devil. Following the US lead against ISIS is to them like allowing the devil to lead them. None of the brothers would tolerate this outside help. Yes, Saudi Arabia, perhaps the most self-disciplined among the Islamic evil, will feign friendship for its oil trade with the West – which also explains why many Muslim nations don’t care a whole lot for Saudi Arabia. But remember where 15 of the 19 9/11 hijackers were from. And remember that one of the most orthodox, strict, intolerant evil sects of Islam, Wahabbism, was born and bred in Saudi Arabia and continues to be spread via Saudi oil money. Islamic evil is incestuous among all its sects, despite our wishful thinking for significant differences. Update: Please tell me Obama will not arm the "moderate" Syrian rebels - OMG. http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2014/09/10/obama-reportedly-willing-to-authorize-airstrikes-against-isis-in-syria/ Ebola comes to America; virus certain to spread Situational awareness needed; all is not well… Islamic-inspired beheadings begin in US… Did Obama direct bombing of empty buildings? Our US military is being abused and misappropriate... The US in 20 years on our liberal course… ISIL is unequivocally “pure Islam” Obama proposes funding and training "moderate" Mus... Muslim nations join US in fight against ISIS?(not ... “Recognize Islam is the problem” by Geert Wilders More about the nice Muslim next door… I feel sorry for the average Muslim next door…	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0021.json.gz/line302
__label__wiki	0.570863	0.570863	Board index » The Shows » A Chorus Line How many in A Chorus Line? 3pete13 I just watched the movie for the first time. Did anyone else notice that Michael Douglas spent the entire movie eliminating all the dancers except eight, but at the very end of the movie there were about 50 on the stage? Did I miss something? SweeneyTad Young Hoofer Current Obsession: A John Doyle version of Floyd Collins Main Role: Fan Re: How many in A Chorus Line? The whole show leads up to the final cut of the dancers, which ultimately happened. However, the cuts are ultimately unimportant because the whole show is about the development of the characters. In fact, in the stage production, it's a fairly underwhelming moment when the results are announced. After that, though, the entire cast returns to perform "One" in all its glory which is more of a closure thing than anything else, to see the number they've all been auditioning for the entire time. It's also a clever way to do bows, because in the stage production, bows are done as they come on stage one at a time. Only Heaven Knows How Glory Goes mantarnia Off-Broadway Lead 3pete13 wrote: No you didn't miss anything the last number is the equivalent of the Finale of the show with every, so every cast member is in it. simonmharding Current Obsession: whistling Jelicle Cats while I do the gardening A Chorus Line is based around the London Auditions. Simon Cowell, played by Michael Douglas (in his dreams!!!), et al then go to Birmingham, Glasgow, Manchester, Newcastle and Cardiff to audition the rest of the cast! If all the world's a stage, make life a theatre break For the stage production if you've ever noticed, Larry wears a tank top with the number '17' on the shirt. A little trivia - Why? Because there are 17 people on the line. So adding Zach and Larry, there are 19 principle roles plus the cut dancers in the opening.	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0021.json.gz/line304
__label__cc	0.638763	0.361237	TI Life Happenings in June ‘17 Written by Susan W. Smith posted on June 13, 2017 12:57 Everyday question: “Is the water still high?” Same answer today as yesterday: “ Yes, has not moved an inch.” I am sorry that so many are being affected not only by inconvenience but through accidents with broken legs, cracked ribs are and scary dips into the cold St. Lawrence River. Suffice to say there are good stories, neighbors are helping neighbors, but now we are mid-June we are hoping the end is near. River and High Water: Lynn McElfresh had a different article ready for June, but arriving to the high water gives us The Year of the Boots and I give High Water Updates. Kara Lynn Dunn also presents New River Projects. Events: That time of year! Amy Kane Phelps provides Four Decades of Landmark! 17th Historic Cottage Tour, and get ready for 1000 Islands Charity Poker Run. Comes to Town. History: Brian Johnson is back with Violet Johnson: A Wolfe Island Farmer’s Wife, Rex Ennis provides unique information in What Did It Take to Equip a Castle? And Robert Matthews shares another Did you Know? (Niagara to the Sea). And want another recommendation for dinner? Gretchen Bambrick provides The Spoon and Brassie Restaurant: Home Away from Home. Dan Lekander gives us TI Life Puzzle #26 for June 2017 and Marilyn K. Neulieb provides Wing’ed Beauty. Marilyn K. Keulieb - Poets & Writers, INK Wing’ed Beauty Marilyn K. Neulieb is a member of Poets & Writers, INK of Cape Vincent, N.Y. She was the 2015 runner-up in non-fiction at the Jefferson Community College North Country Writers Contest. Her work has been accepted by Christian Science Monitor, Mother Earth News, Ideals, Alternative Living, Home Power and many more. Living off the grid for close to four decades, surfaced her bent to write. Amy Kane Phelps - Four Decades of Landmark! 17th Historic Cottage Tour Amy Kane Phelps is a life-long “river rat”, having spent summers on the River since birth. She is a fourth generation Round Island descendant and fifth generation from Thousand Island Park, where she now spends her summers, wintering in Naples, Florida. Amy has been a member of the Thousand Island Park Landmark Society for six years and this is her second time Co-chairing the Cottage and Garden Tour. She also serves on the TIP Preservation Board and is a Trustee at the Thousand Islands Arts Center. River Tribute Bill Taylor passed away this month at 86 years old surrounded by Gwen and his children. Good friend and neighbor on Grindstone Island, Betsy Fitter, wrote, “Bill was a true River Rat. His mother Sis was from Clayton and she, and his father Peck, were very much a part of the Clayton business community including starting the Key Bank. From David Taylor’s recollection, Bill first came to the River in 1934 and even during his years at Cornell on his way to his law career, he found his way back to its shores.” “Bill’s love of the River and Grindstone Island ran much deeper than just visiting. He and Gwen built a beautiful home, which they loved, and from which he could enjoy the sunsets and the passing boats of his neighbors and the Potters Beach brigade. To show his devotion to all things 1000 Islands he was a generous supporter of the Grindstone Island United Methodist Church, the Thousand Island Land Trust, Save the River, the Thousand Islands Art Center as well as other charitable organizations in the area…. We will surely miss him being here, miss his shared love of our special place on Grindstone and miss the model of resilience that he demonstrated with his determined presence in our lives. We all hope that Gwen and his family will find their way back to the Island, but until then, please join me in sending our thoughts and prayers to Gwen and the entire Taylor family. And may Bill walk without pain above us as we continue to “Gather By The River” with fond remembrances of him-a true Grindstoner.” Editor’s note: this editor remembers fondly the many times the Taylor’s attended Island activities. A River Rat gentleman. Canadian Boating Bill S233 Passes Gordon Brown, Canadian Member of Parliament for Leeds-Grenville –Thousand Islands and Rideau Lakes, reports on two important pieces of legislation he has introduced. The first is was the announcement that on June 12th. Bill S233, known as the Boating Bill, passed through its third reading in the House of Commons. It passed on an open voice vote. This means that US boaters traveling through Canadian waters, not planning on anchoring, rafting to another boat in Canadian waters or landing on a Canadian island or mainland, may do so without calling into Canadian Customs. A similar Bill was introduced and passed through the Canadian Senate by Senator Bob Runciman (Brockville). As Brown explained when interviewed on CBC Radio, “One reason for the change is easing the minds of boaters who may drift across the border during their travels without realizing it.” He also hoped that commerce on both sides of the border would revive. Many of us remember when a US boater was arrested and fined for not reporting into to customs. The Second Motion to the House of Commons was introduced ( the first step in getting laws through parliament) requesting that the Transport Committee review the need for flares on board pleasure craft. “Modern technology has provided alternatives for the carriage of flares on board small pleasure craft,” Brown says. “Last year, for example, the United States approved a flashing electronic signal to replace flares, if boaters so choose.” Flares, known as Pyrotechnic Devices, must be carried on board pleasure craft to signal an emergency. He went on to say, “There are issues with flares that can now be overcome with technology,” he explains. For example, flares are dangerous, and they require special handling for storage and use taking the operator’s mind away from other tasks in an emergency, and they are difficult to dispose of when they expire. They are hazardous waste and an environmental contaminant requiring special disposal. Each flare dumped can contaminate 900,000 liters of water. “Flares must be replaced four years after the date of manufacture,” he notes. “And boaters must carry anywhere from six to 12 on board. The Electronic Flare approved by the US Coast Guard last year is battery operated and lasts for at least six hours, compared to the short duration of flares. Batteries can easily be replaced and recharged. Used with the standard orange distress flag, they are legal in the US during the day and on their own, at night. Boaters in the US can still carry flares if they choose. Editor’s Note; Stay tuned, Gord Brown has been tireless in working for the region. In 2012 he introduced and championed C-370 a bill to change the name of the St. Lawrence Islands National Park of Canada to Thousand Islands National Park of Canada which became law in 2013. 1000 Islands River Rats Now and Then “Love Cleat Shots” Ian Christopher stored this off with a post of 1000 Islands River Rats Now and Then. (A great Facebook page, so join) “Nice Dry Cleat Shot” Photo by Matt Coats Keith Bentley’s photograph Please Don’t Forget Remember our Facebook page throughout the month, as we post information and photographs & follow us on We also appreciate having you hit our button at the top of each article and Support TI Life – We have started to work on our new format. Stay tuned… Now summer is almost here, please take your camera out on the River and capture River life for the July issue. Send them to info@thousandislandslife.com. And, this Editor is looking forward to receiving new submissions throughout the year. I bet our readers are too! Special thanks to editor Bill Stallan and proof readers Rick Taylor and Georgia Barker. I especially thank Mike Cox who is the magician behind the website. What a team … By Susan W. Smith, Editor, info@thousandislandslife.com Mute Swan photographed by Nancy Friot Cape Vincent Pier. Photo by Dennis McCarthy The Loons are back. Photo by Dennis McCarthy Going too fast. Photo by Dennis McCarthy Heading to Grindstone Island. Photo by Dennis McCarthy HMSC Goose Bay Dennis May 29 McDonald Island on May 22 Posted in: From the Editor, Videos Please feel free to leave comments about this article using the form below. Comments are moderated and we do not accept comments that contain links. As per our privacy policy, your email address will not be shared and is inaccessible even to us. For general comments, please email the editor.	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0021.json.gz/line309
__label__wiki	0.874089	0.874089	By Devon Manney \| Animation A veteran soldier battles phantom pains and memories of a pre-war life. A young military veteran, Will, returns home after a stint overseas, having lost both arms during his tour. He’s come home to his wife Rachel, but home feels strange — the place feels different, and he also has a new baby, Amelia. But the transition isn’t easy, as he grapples phantom pain in his limbs, learning to use prosthetics and adjusting to his new life while trying to cope with his pre-war memories. Will grows increasingly isolated and full of despair, but through reconnecting with his loved ones and learning to accept his past and embrace his future, he finds his way. Writer-director Devon Manney’s Student Academy Award-winning animated drama is a sensitive and introspective immersion into the difficult transition many veterans make after returning home. Many of them try to equalize towards a new normal, and must grapple with trying to “catch up” to a life that has gone on in their absence. But their psyches — and very often their bodies — also have been reshaped during their time away, making the adjustment even more difficult. Will’s journey is steadily and gently delineated in the storytelling, each beat focused on his feelings of discombulation, struggle and emotional isolation. Will literally wants to reach out — and in one scene, he wants to pick up his young daughter — but the phantom pain he experiences is a significant barrier to overcome, forcing a wedge between himself and the people around him. This phantom pain is economically yet powerfully rendered in the film’s animation, making Will’s inner experience visual and electric. In this sense, animation is the perfect medium to convey subjective and psychological experience, making the inner intrusions of Will’s phantom pains into a palpable, outer-facing force that exerts itself, much to Will’s detriment. The visuals themselves have an elegant and evocating simplicity, paring down Will’s story to its essentials and drawing powerful focus on the veteran’s emotional experience. Combined with the relative realism of the sound design — interpolated with electrical noise for Will’s pain and well-placed use of a beautifully emotional score — the result is a resonant, emotionally powerful experience that gets to the heart of Will’s journey as he struggles to accept his new self, body and life, and find beauty and connection once again. “Cradle” — which was also shortlisted for the Best Animated Short Oscar in 2017 — is a showcase for animation’s unique gifts as a medium, with its ability to engage the eye and evoke feeling and emotion with focus and economy, and the film’s somber yet gentle style establishes the story’s tone and approach to Will’s story. With empathy and compassion, the film offers a unique intimate look at what is often an alienating experience. But as Will eventually makes it to the other side, the ending is subtle, well-earned and resonant, because the audience knows just how much Will and veterans like him have struggled — and how much seemingly small victories can feel like huge triumphs in the face of pain and suffering.	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0021.json.gz/line313
__label__cc	0.518133	0.481867	Now displaying: January, 2012 MS Moments 296 the Honorable Gerald Blessey - Ole' Miss Activist 0 By the 1950s, the Catholic Church was actively supporting racial equality and integration. The Honorable Gerald Blessey, former Mayor of Biloxi recalls how growing up Catholic influenced his decision to become politically active in college. While attending Ole’ Miss as an undergrad, Blessey witnessed the riot sparked by the enrollment of the school’s first black student, James Meredith. Later, as a law student, he assisted Civil Rights activists during the 1964 Freedom Summer. MS Moments 295 Frank Parker - Biloxi Shrimper 0 For Frank Parker of Biloxi, fishing is a family tradition. He discusses the importance of the seafood industry to the Gulf Coast way of life. Due to the Deepwater Horizon oil spill of 2010, Mississippi shrimpers have had to travel farther from home to catch shrimp. Parker details how he has turned this to his advantage. MS Moments 294 Norman Yandell - Old School Fishing 0 Norman Yandell of Long Beach has been fishing all of his life using the skills he learned from his step dad. He recounts how he started making and selling his own brand of fishing lures called “Norm Bait.” Yandell can be found most Saturdays at the Biloxi Maritime and Seafood Museum teaching folks how to make fishing nets. He recalls how the local firemen used to spend their spare time making nets. MS Moments 293 Jerome Myles - A Career in Radio 0 Jerome Myles of Natchez began working in radio at a young age. He recalls how a job shadowing program in high school led to a 30+ year career in broadcasting. He discusses the importance of “being yourself” on the air. MS Moments 292 Brother Leo Welch - Gospel Music DJ 0 For over 27 years, Leo Welch has hosted a Gospel music TV show on WO7BN in Bruce, MS. He discusses his early career as a Blues musician and the switch to Gospel.	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0021.json.gz/line315
__label__wiki	0.861852	0.861852	Age of Conan Unchained Lord of the Ring Online mmo-services.com The Wolves’ Den – The EU PvP Stream Archive Is Up 646 days, 3 hours, 10 minutes and 16 seconds ago The fourth episode of the EU Community Team’s PvP Stream ’Wolves’ Den’ is now archived and available for viewing on the FINAL FANTASY XIV Twitch channel! If you missed the stream, you can watch the archive here! The community team tried their skills on the Feast, and we interviewed an amazing content creator! You can find the archived video on the official Twitch channel. Be Virtuous Like Samwise! 646 days, 16 hours, 5 minutes and 53 seconds ago Get 30% off now through April 19th: Virtues & Virtue Bundles Trait Slots Skill & Slayer Deed Boosts The LOTRO Beacon: Issue 55 646 days, 16 hours, 13 minutes and 30 seconds ago Click here for news, sales and more! Update 22.1 Release Notes 647 days, 12 hours, 46 minutes and 34 seconds ago Click here for the Release Notes. Tune into the Letter from the Producer LIVE Part XLIII this Saturday 648 days, 5 hours, 10 minutes and 16 seconds ago It is our pleasure to announce the URLs for the upcoming Letter from the Producer LIVE Part XLIII set to take place on Saturday, April 14. Saturday, April 14, 2018 at 2:30 a.m. (PDT) * Starting time is subject to change. * Please note that the audio will be in Japanese only. Read on for details. #SWTOR Cartel Market Specials: Week of April 9, 2018 648 days, 18 hours, 49 minutes and 21 seconds ago As the Hutts are nowhere to be found, Spring Sale continues in the Cartel Market! Announcing The Wolves’ Den Episode 4! 650 days, 3 hours, 10 minutes and 16 seconds ago We are happy to introduce the fourth episode of the European PvP Stream! Dive once again into the Wolves’ Den with the EU Community Team, come play The Feast and try your luck for some amazing prizes! The official FINAL FANTASY XIV Twitch channel Stand Out From The Crowd! 653 days, 14 hours, 50 minutes and 34 seconds ago Shared Wardrobe Cosmetic Outfit Slots Mounted combat Trait Spec, Cosmetic Slots Select Cosmetics #SWTOR Cartel Market Specials: Week of April 2, 2018 655 days, 19 hours, 9 minutes and 56 seconds ago This week in the Cartel Market, take advantage of the Spring Sale as we expand our Direct Sale items to include almost every item ever released on the market! Join Us for PAX East 2018 (Update) 657 days, 5 hours, 10 minutes and 16 seconds ago FINAL FANTASY XIV is heading to Boston to attend PAX East 2018, and we’re pleased to announce the URLs for the event’s live stream. We’ll be hosting a Battle Challenge for attending adventurers to test their might against Byakko, as well as a Story and Writing panel featuring main scenario writer Natsuko Ishikawa and English Localization Lead John Crow! Saturday, April 7, 2018 at 9:30 a.m. (PDT) / 12:30 p.m. (EDT) / 16:30 (GMT) Announcing FINAL FANTASY XIV Online GO App! 658 days, 6 hours, 10 minutes and 16 seconds ago * Sadly, this was an April Fools’ Day joke. But we can always dream! We are excited to announce FINAL FANTASY XIV Online GO, a brand-new mobile application for gathering in real life! With the unique combination of Square Enix’s cutting-edge software and your smartphone geolocation capabilities, you’ll be able to harvest in-game resources outdoors in the real world. Connect with your friends and discover what Eorzea has to offer in your city, country, and beyond! Miners, botanists, and fishers—let’s GO! Visit the FINAL FANTASY XIV Online GO website to learn more. Letter from the Producer LIVE Part XLIII Set for April 14th 660 days, 5 hours, 10 minutes and 16 seconds ago The forty-third Letter from the Producer LIVE will be broadcast from Matsuyama on April 14. * These links may be updated. The LOTRO Beacon: Issue 53 660 days, 15 hours, 42 minutes and 4 seconds ago ‘COMPANION CHAOS’ – THE CHAOS IS OVER, NOW IT’S TIME TO CELEBRATE! 660 days, 16 hours, 26 minutes and 29 seconds ago Subscriber Rewards to celebrate the end of the chaos! Follow in Frodo's Footsteps! 660 days, 16 hours, 58 minutes and 55 seconds ago Get 25% off now through April 5th: Quest Packs The 100% XP Boosts Mithril Coins Max Morale & Power Scrolls #SWTOR Cartel Market Specials: Week of March 26, 2018 662 days, 13 hours, 29 minutes and 9 seconds ago Enter the battle well equipped with the mysterious Dark Honor Guard’s Weapons – now available for Direct Sale. New Optional Items and Shopping Cart Feature! 663 days, 3 hours, 30 minutes and 16 seconds ago New optional items have been added to the FINAL FANTASY XIV: Mog Station! In addition, we're pleased to introduce a new shopping cart feature, which allows users to purchase multiple items with a single transaction. Free Login Campaign 663 days, 5 hours, 10 minutes and 16 seconds ago The patch 4.2 series presents a plethora of new challenges across the realms of Eorzea and Othard. In the hope that would-be adventurers can experience all that FFXIV has to offer, we are pleased to announce the latest Free Login Campaign! If you or any of your friends are currently taking a break from your adventures, you won't want to miss out on this limited-time event! Scheduled Server Downtime: 7:00 AM - 12:00 PM Eastern (-4 GMT) Tuesday, March 27th 666 days, 14 hours, 34 minutes and 31 seconds ago The LOTRO Game Servers will be brought down on Tuesday, March 27th from 7:00 AM - 12:00 PM Eastern (-4 GMT) for an update to the game. Click here to read about changes. Thanks for your patience, and we'll see you back in the game soon! A Legendary Sale! 667 days, 16 hours, 58 minutes and 20 seconds ago Get 20% off now through March 29th: Legendary Level Cap Increase Legendary Stat Upgrade Relics Packs Legacies, Legendary Slot Unlock & Legacy Tier Upgrades Scoll of Combination (lvl 50+) & Relic Removal Scroll (lvl 50+) The LOTRO Beacon: Issue 52 667 days, 17 hours, 8 minutes and 30 seconds ago Choose your side in the #SWTORCompanionChaos Celebration – Starting March 20! 669 days, 16 hours and 19 seconds ago Vote for your favorite companions as they align themselves into two #SWTORCompanionChaos teams: one led by the legendary gunslinger Nico Okarr, and the other commanded by the infamous mercenary Shae Vizla! #SWTOR Cartel Market Specials: Week of March 19, 2018 669 days, 18 hours, 42 minutes and 49 seconds ago In celebration of Companion Chaos erupting online the Cartel Market is featuring your favorite companion inspired gear this week! Duty Commenced Episode 21 Archive Now Available 670 days, 9 hours, 10 minutes and 16 seconds ago The latest episode of the North American community team’s Duty Commenced live show has been archived and is now available to view! Couldn’t join the team live this time? No worries! The episode has been stored on the official FINAL FANTASY XIV Twitch channel and can be watched over and over at your leisure. In this episode, the community team challenged some recent battle content from Patch 4.25, and provided another installment of Community Commendations! View the archived video on the official Twitch channel. The LOTRO Beacon: Issue #51 674 days, 13 hours, 48 minutes and 20 seconds ago Click here for the latest news, sales, bonuses, events, and more! Go There, And Back Again! 674 days, 16 hours, 12 minutes and 20 seconds ago Get 30% off now through March 22nd: Milestone Skills Hurried Traveller + Returning Traveller Advanced Riding Traits Rally Horns The Spring Festival has arrived! 674 days, 16 hours, 49 minutes and 56 seconds ago The Spring Festival has arrived! Find new rewards, including new pets, Steed and Warsteed cosmetics, fiddles, and outfits! Join Us for PAX East 2018 676 days, 3 hours, 10 minutes and 16 seconds ago As the Warriors of Light rebuild Doma and Ala Mhigo, FINAL FANTASY XIV heads to Boston this April to attend PAX East 2018! We’ll be hosting a Battle Challenge for attending adventurers to enter The Jade Stoa and test their might against Byakko, as well as a Story and Writing panel featuring main scenario writer Natsuko Ishikawa and English Localization Lead John Crow! Customize your favorite weapons with an exciting Weapon Tuning Mega-Sale this week in the Cartel Market! New Optional Item Available! 677 days, 2 hours, 5 minutes and 16 seconds ago A new optional item has been added to the FINAL FANTASY XIV: Mog Station! Hatching-tide Begins on March 20th! 677 days, 2 hours, 10 minutes and 16 seconds ago The season for Hatching-tide is upon us once more! Crowds of merrymakers descend upon Gridania, dreams of decorated eggs dancing in their heads. But more than any other, it is Jihli Aliapoh's dream─a vision blessed by the Twelve Archons─which will chart the course for this year's celebrations. Adventurers are encouraged to lend a hand in the festival preparations, for who better to handle the unexpected...? The Feast Season Seven Underway! 677 days, 2 hours, 15 minutes and 16 seconds ago We are proud to announce the seventh season of the Feast has begun! Ready your weapons, and prepare to fight your fellow adventurers fang and claw to climb up the rankings. Then, when the dust settles at the season’s end, players will be rewarded for placement in the bronze, silver, gold, platinum, and diamond tiers, with exclusive prizes for top-ranking players. Learn more about the Feast rankings and rewards. Thanks to your feedback, we are working to make improvements to map designs for the Feast, scheduled for implementation in patch 4.3. Patch 4.25 Notes 677 days, 6 hours, 10 minutes and 16 seconds ago The patch notes for Patch 4.25 have arrived. Read on to prepare for the Forbidden Land, Eureka Anemos, as well as Even Further Hildibrand Adventures. We also have details on various additions and refinements, including new items and balance changes. Read the patch notes. * Updated Tuesday, March 13 at 2:00 a.m. (PST) Downtime Notice: 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM Eastern (-4 GMT) Wednesday, March 14th 677 days, 12 hours, 14 minutes and 25 seconds ago The LOTRO Game Servers will be brought down on Wednesday, March 14th from 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM Eastern (-4 GMT) for an update to the game. Thanks for your patience, and we'll see you back in the game soon! Patch notes will be available during the downtime. Join us for Duty Commenced Episode 21 on March 16th! 678 days, 5 hours, 10 minutes and 16 seconds ago Duty Commenced Episode 21 is set for Friday, March 16th! Join the North American Community Team as they discuss the latest news and play with the community. You won’t want to miss this episode featuring fun gameplay, Community Commendations, and giveaways! Read on for show details. LOTRO Bonus Days! 681 days, 11 hours, 43 minutes and 35 seconds ago LOTRO Bonus Days bring you a VIP Event Boost, now through March 11th! Start a New Journey! 681 days, 11 hours, 58 minutes and 16 seconds ago Get 20% off Character slots, Vet Status, Stat Packages, and XP Boosts! Now through March 15th. Temporary Quest Closures: Five Update 22 Daily Quests 681 days, 12 hours, 31 minutes and 15 seconds ago UPDATE: We have now reopened many of the quests. The following quests remain locked pending a game update next week: Restoring the Three Kingdoms, Discontented Dale-folk, The Stones of Erebor, Raised Notices, and Cleansing the Mirkwood. Developer Diary: Meet the Fiddle 682 days, 14 hours, 10 minutes and 59 seconds ago Read about the process of bringing a new musical instrument to Lord of the Rings Online here! Developer Diary: Making Update 22 683 days, 12 hours, 10 minutes and 50 seconds ago Read about the making of Legacy of the Necromancer in a new Developer Diary here! Update 22 Release Notes 683 days, 13 hours, 21 minutes ago Update 22 Known Issue 683 days, 13 hours, 22 minutes and 11 seconds ago Players who open Gorgoroth Steel-bound Lootboxes may get Monster Play items in addition to all of the items they would have normally received. Accepting Preorders for THE PRIMALS’ Debut Album! 684 days, 4 hours, 10 minutes and 16 seconds ago The debut album of THE PRIMALS, the official band formed by FINAL FANTASY XIV Online Sound Director Masayoshi Soken in 2014, is set for release on May 16! Fans around the globe know THE PRIMALS from their explosive tracks on the “From Astral to Umbral” and “Duality” arrangement albums, and their energetic performances at the official FINAL FANTASY XIV Fan Festival events in North America, Europe, Japan, and South Korea. This debut album will feature new songs alongside their hits from the previously-released arrangement albums! Place your pre-order today! #SWTOR Cartel Market Specials: Week of March 5, 2018 684 days, 10 hours, 29 minutes and 36 seconds ago Get the Nathema Voreclaw Companion THIS WEEK ONLY in the Cartel Market! Scheduled Server Downtime: 6:00 AM - 2:00 PM Eastern (-5 GMT) Tuesday, March 6th 684 days, 15 hours, 23 minutes and 1 second ago The LOTRO Game Servers will be brought down on Tuesday, March 6th from 6:00 AM - 2:00 PM Eastern (-5 GMT) for an update to the game. Click here for the Release Notes. Thanks for your patience, and we'll see you back in the game soon! Make Your Piece of Middle-earth Shine! 688 days, 13 hours, 34 minutes and 2 seconds ago Get 30% off now through March 8th: Select Housing Decorations Select Housing Sets Housing Property Writs Select Cloaks Click here for news, sales and more Patch 4.25 the Forbidden Land, Eureka and Hildibrand Preview 689 days, 4 hours, 10 minutes and 16 seconds ago Patch 4.25 is nearly here, and today we offer you a glimpse of the Forbidden Land, Eureka, whose name draws inspiration from the legendary labyrinth harboring Allag's most terrible weapons. Gather your friends and prepare for an adventure in a land rife with danger that may well live up to its name. We also offer a sneak peek at the latest case of the realm’s most extraordinary detective. Letter from the Producer LIVE Part XLII Digest Released 690 days, 8 hours, 10 minutes and 16 seconds ago We’re proud to announce that the Letter from the Producer LIVE Part XLII event digest has been released! If you weren’t able to watch the live stream, or if you just want to watch it again, be sure to check it out! Proceed to the thread. #SWTOR Cartel Market Specials: Week of February 26, 2018 690 days, 19 hours, 12 minutes and 57 seconds ago Embrace the dark side of the Force™ this week with awesome additions to the Cartel Market. Announcing the Winners of the "Be My Valentione!" Creative Writing Contest! (NA) 691 days, 4 hours, 10 minutes and 16 seconds ago We challenged adventurers across the realm to share the love this Valentione season and express their affections towards their favored NPC in the form of a love letter. They say all is fair in love and war, so it’s no surprise that our Warriors of Light have just as much talent in their hearts as they do on a battlefield. Wait… don’t they also say love is a battlefield? How fitting! It was a pleasure reading through these letters like a nosy postmoogle, and we’d like to thank everyone for their participation. Without further ado, we’re pleased to announce the winners of the “Be My Valentione!” Creative Writing Contest! Read over the winning entries. New Optional Items Available! 691 days, 6 hours, 10 minutes and 16 seconds ago Relive Your Favorite Chapters! 695 days, 13 hours, 35 minutes and 46 seconds ago Get 20% off now through March 1st: Gift of the Valar + Blessing of the Valar + Aria of the Valar 3rd Age Item Trove Legacy Scroll Box The Yuletide Festival Encore has arrived! 695 days, 16 hours, 54 minutes and 13 seconds ago Now through March 4th! Little Ladies’ Day Arrives on March 1st 696 days, 4 hours, 10 minutes and 16 seconds ago At last, spring has returned. The streets don gowns of pink as befitting the season, and townsfolk rejoice at the sight, for it signifies the coming of every little girl’s favorite festival─Little Ladies’ Day. All eyes are on Ul’dah as the Songbirds are set to take the stage and put on a performance unlike any other. Those who seek a reprieve from adventure are encouraged to come and enjoy this celebration of music and merriment. What’s more, those who participate may find themselves the proud owners of a beautiful piece of furniture from the FFXIV Furnishing Design Contest! Check out the sweet deals available this week in the Cartel Market like the Armed Resistance Pack 50% OFF! Mog Station Lunar New Year Sale Ending Soon! 698 days, 4 hours, 10 minutes and 16 seconds ago The Lunar New Year sale on the Mog Station will be coming to an end on Monday, February 26 at 9:00 p.m. (PST). Don’t miss out on the chance to take advantage of these bargains! On the Status of World Population Balancing Incentives and the Resumption of Private Plot Sales 702 days, 1 hour, 10 minutes and 16 seconds ago FFXIV Producer and Director Yoshi-P here. With the release of FFXIV: Stormblood, we took measures intended to address the population disparity across Worlds. With Patch 4.2, we then placed a temporary moratorium on all plot sales to individuals. We thank you for your understanding regarding the necessity of these restrictions. Based on our analysis of login numbers and plot sales across all Worlds in the weeks following the release of 4.2, we have decided to implement the following changes during the next scheduled maintenance: - Restrictions on all currently designated Congested Worlds will be lifted. - New Preferred Worlds will be designated. - The moratorium on plot sales to individuals will be lifted. The prolonged restrictions placed on Congested Worlds, while greatly inconvenient for those affected, have nevertheless proven effective in ensuring a more balanced population distribution across all Worlds. Now that that balance has been achieved, we will be removing these restrictions for a time. Moreover, in the hopes of preserving this population distribution, we will continue to designate Preferred Worlds in order to spur population growth. Please understand, however, that should we determine certain Worlds are receiving a disproportionate influx of new characters via transfer or creation, we may have no choice but to designate them Congested Worlds and implement restrictions. The moratorium placed on private plot sales in conjunction with the addition of new plots has, as we anticipated, allowed a great many free companies to purchase plots and reduce the overall disparity between them. In light of these results, we plan to lift the moratorium on private sales and permit individuals to purchase plots once more. As previously announced, private plot sales will be restricted to one plot per World on any given service account. For more information, please refer to our additional plots and purchasing guide. Date & Time: February 19th, 11:00 PM to February 20th, 2:00 AM (PST) * Please note that the duration is subject to change. We thank you again for your cooperation and understanding, and hope you will continue to enjoy your time in the world of FINAL FANTASY XIV! The third episode of the EU Community Team’s PvP Stream ’Wolves’ Den’ is now archived and available for viewing on the FINAL FANTASY XIV Twitch channel! If you missed the stream, you can watch the archive here! The community team tried their skills on the Feast after all the updates from Patch 4.2! The FINAL FANTASY XIV Orchestra Concert -Eorzean Symphony- Ticket Pre-sales Begin February 17! 703 days, 1 hour, 40 minutes and 16 seconds ago The FINAL FANTASY XIV Orchestra Concert -Eorzean Symphony- is heading to Los Angeles, California, in June and Dortmund, Germany, in August with ticket pre-sales starting on Saturday, February 17! Come, brave warriors! Step into a realm of music! For more information, please visit the Eorzean Symphony special site. Patch 4.21 will introduce the Echo to Omega: Deltascape (Savage), as well as address several known issues. Check out the Cartel Market specials this week including the Havoc Squad Flair, Iokath Wyvern Airspeeder, and the Ardent Oracle Armor Set! SHARE YOUR LOVE OF SWTOR WITH FRIENDS – REJOIN THE BATTLE IN FEBRUARY 704 days, 14 hours, 31 minutes and 36 seconds ago Share your Love of SWTOR with Friends – February 13 – 27 We are happy to introduce the third episode of the European PvP Stream! Dive once again into the Wolves’ Den with the EU Community Team and come play The Feast! Thursday, February 15, 2018 at 10:00 (PST) In this episode, the community team challenged some recent battle content from Patch 4.2 and provided another installment of Community Commendations! The FINAL FANTASY XIV Orchestra Concert -Eorzean Symphony- Los Angeles and Dortmund Ticket Information 705 days, 11 hours, 40 minutes and 16 seconds ago We are pleased to announce that the FINAL FANTASY XIV Orchestra Concert -Eorzean Symphony- is heading to Los Angeles, California in June and Dortmund, Germany in August! The FINAL FANTASY XIV Orchestra Concert 2018 -Eorzean Symphony- Heads West! 708 days, 40 minutes and 16 seconds ago We are pleased to announce that the FINAL FANTASY XIV Orchestra Concert -Eorzean Symphony- is heading to Los Angeles, California in June and Dortmund, Germany in August! Enjoy select tracks from FINAL FANTASY XIV’s expansive collection, performed live by a full orchestra! Come, brave warriors! Step into a realm of music! Find Your Shadowfax! Get 30% off now through February 15th: 709 days, 14 hours, 39 minutes and 41 seconds ago Select Warsteeds Riding Skills Select Mounts Movement Speed Buffs LOTRO Bonus Days! 709 days, 16 hours, 42 minutes and 4 seconds ago Get +25% Crafting XP, now through February 11th! Tune into the Letter from the Producer LIVE Part XLII this Saturday 711 days, 3 hours, 10 minutes and 16 seconds ago It is our pleasure to announce the URLs for the upcoming Letter from the Producer LIVE Part XLII set to take place on Saturday, February 10. Saturday, February 10, 2018 at 1:30 a.m. (PST) #SWTOR Cartel Market Specials: Week of February 5, 2018 711 days, 11 hours, 54 minutes and 40 seconds ago New this week in the Cartel Market – For the first time, get the Volatile Weapon Tuning and more! Announcing the “Be My Valentione!” Creative Writing Contest! 713 days, 4 hours, 10 minutes and 16 seconds ago Love is in the air... and in the aether! In the spirit of Valentione's Day, the Community Team would like to challenge you to share the secrets of your heart by writing your favorite NPC a love letter. Whether your love is a riveting romance or purely platonic, put your skills as a wordsmith to the test and express your affections, Warriors of Light! Dissidia Final Fantasy NT Available now for PS4! 716 days, 2 hours, 10 minutes and 16 seconds ago With a launch roster featuring FFXIV’s Y’shtola and 27 other playable characters from throughout the Final Fantasy series, powerful summons, online and offline play modes, character customisation, a brand-new and original story and much more, Dissidia Final Fantasy NT welcomes players of all types to enter the arena and test their skill. For more information please visit dissidiafinalfantasynt.com Letter from the Producer LIVE Part XLII Set for February 10th 716 days, 3 hours, 10 minutes and 16 seconds ago The forty-second Letter from the Producer LIVE will be broadcast from the winter wonderland of Sapporo on February 10. * Updated 02/05/2018 0:00 a.m. (PST) Update 21.3.3 Release Notes 717 days, 15 hours, 48 minutes and 27 seconds ago #SWTOR Cartel Market Specials: Week of January 29, 2018 718 days, 19 hours, 16 minutes and 35 seconds ago The Scorched Dewback and the stronghold Luxury Decoration Bundle are on sale this week! New Optional Items & Lunar New Year Sale! 719 days, 2 hours and 16 seconds ago A new lineup of optional items has been added to the Mog Station. And that's not all. We're kicking off 2018 with a special lunar new year sale! Valentione’s Day Comes to Eorzea on February 2nd 719 days, 2 hours, 5 minutes and 16 seconds ago Brace yourselves and embrace your innermost feelings, for Valentione’s Day is come to Eorzea once more! Whether you are luckless in love or blissfully bonded, Lisette de Valentione and her retinue would see to it that none are without ardor and affection during this most passionate of seasons. And remember: love comes not to those who wait, but those who participate! The Feast Season Six Results Are In! 719 days, 2 hours, 10 minutes and 16 seconds ago The competition has been fierce, but at last, we have declared the winners of the Feast Season Six! Top ranking players will receive special rewards, so check out the rankings and see who clawed their way to the head of the pack! Letter from the Producer LIVE Part XLI Digest Released 719 days, 3 hours, 10 minutes and 16 seconds ago We’re proud to announce that the Letter from the Producer LIVE Part XLI event digest has been released! Patch 4.2 Notes 720 days, 1 hour, 55 minutes and 16 seconds ago We are pleased to announce that the patch notes for Patch 4.2 — Rise of a New Sun have been released in their entirety. Be sure to check them out for a comprehensive list of additions and refinements to the realm, including new story quests, the Duty Recorder, additions to the Feast, and more! * The following quests and duties are scheduled to be released in patch 4.25: Eureka, Even Further Hildibrand Adventures Patch 4.2 Notes (Preliminary) 723 days, 2 hours, 40 minutes and 16 seconds ago Patch 4.2 brings a multitude of additions and refinements to the realm. Adventurers of every persuasion are sure to find something to enjoy in this exciting new update. Be Virtuous Like Samwise! 723 days, 14 hours, 35 minutes and 41 seconds ago Get 20% off Virtues & Virtue Bundles, Trait Slots, and Skill & Slayer Deed Boosts Now through February 1st LOTRO Bonus Days bring you a VIP Event Boost, now through January 28th! Mog Station Winter Sale Ending Soon! 724 days, 3 hours, 10 minutes and 16 seconds ago The winter sale on the Mog Station will be coming to an end on Tuesday, January 30 at 12:00 a.m. (PST). Don’t miss out on the chance to take advantage of these bargains! Patch 4.2 Omega: Sigmascape Preview 724 days, 4 hours, 10 minutes and 16 seconds ago Patch 4.2 is right around the corner, and today we offer you a glimpse of the next raid dungeon, Omega: Sigmascape. Downtime Notice: Thursday, January 25th from 6:00 AM to 2:00 PM Eastern (-5 GMT) 724 days, 18 hours, 22 minutes and 19 seconds ago The LOTRO Game Servers and http://myaccount.standingstonegames.com will be offline for maintenance on Thursday, January 25th from 6:00 AM to 2:00 PM Eastern (-5 GMT). Thanks for your patience, and we'll see you back in the game soon! New Discord Pack includes the Esne Fanatic’s Body Armor, Scyva’s Agony Blaster Rifle, Oriconian Crystal Beacon and more! Patch 4.2─Rise of a New Sun Trailer is Now Live 729 days, 21 hours, 50 minutes and 16 seconds ago At last Ala Mhigo is on the path to recovery, but there can be no respite for the Scions of the Seventh Dawn. Be it challenging the next stage of Omega’s “experiment” or contending with the Four Lords of the Far East, great trials and still greater rewards await the Warrior of Light, and today we offer you a sneak peek at what’s to come in Patch 4.2─Rise of a New Sun. Proceed to the patch 4.2 special site. The Feast Season Six Ending Soon! 730 days, 40 minutes and 16 seconds ago The competition has been fierce, but Season Six of the Feast will soon draw to a close! Updates to the rankings page will end after Monday, January 22, and the final results for the Feast will be announced on Tuesday, January 30. Devour your rivals, and prove yourself the most savage at this banquet of beasts! View the Feast Rankings page. Store, Carry & Share! 730 days, 13 hours, 55 minutes and 15 seconds ago Get 25% off select Storage & more! Now through January 26th LOTRO Bonus Days bring you a +25% XP Boost, now through January 21st! Dissidia Final Fantasy NT Open Beta Now Live on PS4! 733 days, 2 hours, 10 minutes and 16 seconds ago The Dissidia Final Fantasy NT Open Beta is now live and available to all PS4 players! The Open Beta features online and offline battles, stages from the mainline Final Fantasy series, ferocious summons for players to call upon in battle, character customisation and more. Please note that the roster of playable characters will vary at regular intervals. As such, Y’shtola will not be playable from January 16th – 21st. Details available on the website. For full details on the Open Beta, please visit here. Tune into the Letter from the Producer LIVE Part XLI this Friday 733 days, 4 hours, 10 minutes and 16 seconds ago It is our pleasure to announce the URLs for the upcoming Letter from the Producer LIVE Part XLI set to take place on Friday, January 19. Friday, January 19, 2018 at 3:00 a.m. (PST) * Please note that the audio will be available in Japanese only. #SWTOR Cartel Market Specials: Week of January 15, 2018 733 days, 19 hours, 6 minutes and 46 seconds ago Get your hands on some Cartel Coins and Take Advantage of the Cartel Market Specials this Week! FINAL FANTASY XIV Fan Kit Released! 734 days, 3 hours, 10 minutes and 16 seconds ago Celebrate the launch of Patch 4.2─Rise of a New Sun with an exciting new fan kit featuring principal members of Garlond Ironworks. Download it now to liven up your desktops and smartphones! Download the fan kit. Letter from the Producer LIVE Part XL Digest Released 734 days, 4 hours, 10 minutes and 16 seconds ago We’re proud to announce that the Letter from the Producer LIVE Part XL event digest has been released! Announcing the Winners of the Starlight Starbright Screenshot Contest! 734 days, 4 hours, 15 minutes and 16 seconds ago We challenged adventurers across Hydaelyn to capture the spirit of Starlight with a single screenshot, and once again, the community has left us in awe! The way our Warriors of Light were able to capture the magic of the season was truly impressive, and we thank you all for participating. Without further ado, we're pleased to present the incredible entries of our Grand Prize winners and finalists. Take a look at the winning entries! Get 20% off Quest Packs, Max Morale and Power Scrolls, 100% XP Boosts, and Mithril Coins Click here for the latest sales, news, bonuses, events, and more! Glamours Made Easy! 738 days, 4 hours, 10 minutes and 16 seconds ago Attention fashion fanatics! Patch 4.2 will see the introduction of the glamour dresser and glamour plate features which will make creating the perfect outfit easier than ever. Convert items to glamours, experiment with different combinations, save your favorite ensembles to glamour plates, and apply a whole set of glamours at once. Overwatch League™ and Twitch Sign Landmark Multi-Year Media Rights Deal 739 days, 18 hours, 55 minutes and 16 seconds ago Today the Overwatch League™ and social video service Twitch announced a historic esports media-rights partnership, ensuring that every match of the world’s first major global city-based esports league will be readily available to fans across the globe. The first match of the Overwatch League’s inaugural season goes live on Twitch this Wednesday, January 10, on Twitch.tv/overwatchleague. For more information, see the full press release. Letter from the Producer LIVE Part XLI Set for January 19th 744 days, 4 hours, 10 minutes and 16 seconds ago The forty-first installment of the Letter from the Producer LIVE is coming soon, and features the second half of a two-part special preview of the new content and updates in patch 4.2. Be sure to tune in on Friday, January 19 for the latest news! Check out the details on how to view the broadcast. Prepare for Battle! 744 days, 14 hours, 42 minutes and 13 seconds ago Get 25% off Stat Tomes, Regeneration Food, Run Speed Boosts, and Attack Damage Boosts The LOTRO Beacon: Issue 41 744 days, 14 hours, 46 minutes and 1 second ago Click here for the latest sales, news, events, bonuses, and more! New Year's Greetings! 748 days, 4 hours, 10 minutes and 16 seconds ago Hello there, everyone. Producer and Director Yoshi-P here to wish you all a Happy New Year! 2017 was a fantastic year. The release of our second expansion, Stormblood, was a great success, and we’ve seen more players online than ever before. It goes without saying our accomplishments over the past year wouldn’t have been possible without your support. I can’t thank you enough for your continued patronage. As mentioned during the LIVE letter in December, our first major update of the year, patch 4.2, will be released at the end of this month. Plans for the FFXIV Fan Festival 2018-2019 are also well underway. With a year’s worth of preparation going into the event anything can happen, but I’m afraid you’ll have to wait to learn what we have in store. It’s also worth mentioning we aim to do more than hold Fan Festivals. In fact, I’ve already settled on plans for another event over a year from now. I suggest keeping a look out for future announcements to find out what it is. Speaking of announcements, yet another prophetic passage was delivered to my office not long ago. Strange... I was expecting perhaps another ancient Eastern proverb, or even a passage from the diary of the late Archon Louisoix. What could this mean for the future of the realm? I suppose we can only speculate until the truth reveals itself. The FFXIV team is taking a short break for New Years, but you can be sure we’ll hit the ground running when we get back to the office. There’s much to do this year, and we intend to give our all to provide you with the greatest gaming experience possible. Again, to our players and all fans of the FINAL FANTASY series, I wish you a happy new year, and hope you enjoy what we have in store for 2018! FINAL FANTASY XIV PRODUCER/DIRECTOR Naoki Yoshida Yule Savings Event! 751 days, 16 hours, 45 minutes and 45 seconds ago 75% off Beorning and Character Slot Bundle and Cosmetic Bundles 50% off Relics and Crafting Boosts 50% off Premium Wallet Upgrade and Cosmetic Headwear 35% off XP Boosts and Travel Skills Now through January 4th! Patch 4.2 Dungeon Preview 752 days, 4 hours, 10 minutes and 16 seconds ago Patch 4.2 is nearly here, and today's preview offers a look at the dangers lurking within Hell’s Lid, as well as the hard incarnation of the Fractal Continuum. Callback Campaign Ends on January 4! 753 days, 4 hours, 10 minutes and 16 seconds ago The Callback Campaign is scheduled to end on Thursday, January 4. If your friends are taking a break, don't miss this chance to invite them back for fantastic new adventures in Stormblood, and earn special rewards if you meet the campaign requirements! * Friends can be invited to return via the friends list in-game until Thursday, January 4. Players invited to return must do so within 30 days of the campaign's end to receive rewards. Read on for more details. Celebrate with the Inu Bugyo This Heavensturn! 754 days, 4 hours, 10 minutes and 16 seconds ago After another prosperous and eventful year, Heavensturn is upon us at last. In Far Eastern tradition, an animal is selected to lead the proceedings, and this time it is the turn of the loyal and courageous dog. Its representative, the inu bugyo, aims to share the customs of the east with Eorzea, while the pirates known as the Rabid Wives have other ideas. A host of unique rewards is on offer, so be sure to join in the celebration! New Optional Items & Mog Station Winter Sale! 754 days, 6 hours, 10 minutes and 16 seconds ago A special winter sale is now underway on the Mog Station. Don't miss this chance to save on optional items! Furthermore, we're pleased to announce the all-new Aquamarine and Citrine Carbuncle mounts, the Emerald and Topaz attire, and the Pretty Please emote! Changes to Allagan Tomestones in Patch 4.2 755 days, 4 hours, 10 minutes and 16 seconds ago Patch 4.2 will see a number of changes to tomestone currency, including the introduction of a new Allagan tomestone, and the removal of Allagan tomestones of lore and scripture. We ask that any players currently carrying Allagan tomestones of lore or scripture please exchange them for Allagan tomestones of poetics prior to the scheduled maintenance for patch 4.2. In this episode, the community team covered the latest Letter from the Producer LIVE, and provided another installment of Community Commendations! Double Bonus Points have returned! 758 days, 14 hours, 13 minutes and 35 seconds ago Now through January 1st! Yule Savings Event! 758 days, 14 hours, 14 minutes ago 75% off Ingredient Crates 50% off Deed Boosts 50% off Warsteed Colors 35% off March of the King quest pack Now through December 28th! Recommencement of Automatic Housing Demolition 759 days, 3 hours, 10 minutes and 16 seconds ago In light of the hurricanes that hit the U.S. and the Caribbean in September, the automatic demolition of estates was suspended. However, after careful consideration, we have decided to resume auto-demolition with the release of patch 4.2. * Please be advised there is a possibility the timer will be suspended again at a later date should the need arise. Patch 4.2 Main Scenario Preview 759 days, 3 hours, 55 minutes and 16 seconds ago Patch 4.2 is right around the corner, and today we offer you a sneak peek at what's to come in the main scenario! Patch 4.2—Rise of a New Sun Special Site Debuts 759 days, 4 hours, 10 minutes and 16 seconds ago In anticipation of the release of Patch 4.2—Rise of a New Sun, we are pleased to present the special preview site featuring information regarding the contents of the forthcoming update! Get a glimpse of the next chapter of the main scenario as the Warrior of Light returns to the recently-liberated nation of Doma. You can also learn about Byakko, one of the Four Lords, and the fierce new trial that awaits veteran adventurers! We will continue to update the site as we head towards the release of Patch 4.2 in late January, so please look forward to it! Visit the Rise of a New Sun special site. Eorzean Symphony: FINAL FANTASY XIV Orchestral Album Blu-ray Now on Sale 760 days, 4 hours, 10 minutes and 16 seconds ago The first ever orchestral event dedicated to FINAL FANTASY XIV is now available on Blu-ray, containing concert footage and high quality audio. As a special offer, the initial run comes with two orchestrion roll in-game items! FINAL FANTASY XIV Meister Quality Shiva Figure Coming Soon! 761 days, 4 hours, 10 minutes and 16 seconds ago “We whom gods and men have forsaken shall be the instruments of our own deliverance!” The primal Shiva, Lady of Frost, was summoned by Ysayle in a bid for the power to heal the rift between man and dragon in the Dragonsong War, and now her visage has been recreated in a highly realistic figurine! Scheduled to go on sale in mid-February, each statue purchased will include the Ballroom Etiquette – Diamond Dust emote as an in-game item bonus! FINAL FANTASY XIV: STORMBLOOD \| Art of the Revolution - Western Memories – Pre-orders Begin 762 days, 3 hours, 10 minutes and 16 seconds ago Presenting FINAL FANTASY XIV: STORMBLOOD \| Art of The Revolution - Western Memories –, a new art book set to release on February 26th! This volume contains approximately 800 incredible pieces of artwork, covering the tales of Stormblood and patch 4.1. It also includes messages from the art team and an in-depth look at the design process for the many and varied equipment sets. That’s not all─Every purchase includes a wind-up Yotsuyu in-game bonus item! Smuggler’s Special Begins Today in the Cartel Market 764 days, 19 hours, 21 minutes and 43 seconds ago The galaxy’s most coveted goods have been smuggled in for sale – one week only! Announcing the FINAL FANTASY XIV Fan Festival 2018-2019! 764 days, 22 hours, 10 minutes and 16 seconds ago We’re pleased to announce that Fan Festival—FINAL FANTASY XIV’s largest live event—is making its grand return in 2018 and 2019! The fun kicks off in November 2018 in Las Vegas with the North American Fan Festival, followed by the European Fan Festival in Paris in early 2019, and concludes with the Japanese Fan Festival in Tokyo in March 2019! Celebrate all things FFXIV with your fellow adventures in three different locations across the globe and create memories that will last a lifetime! Read up on the details for each event. Announcing the Starlight Starbright Screenshot Contest 765 days, 4 hours, 10 minutes and 16 seconds ago There’s a chill in the air across the realm, and the faintest sound of bells ring in the ears of adventurers far and wide. Decorations twinkle amidst the city-states, shining like the starlit sky. ’Tis the season to spread tidings of good cheer and celebrate with tinsel, twinkleboxes, and all the trappings of festivity! Capture the essence of your holiday spirit this year by participating in the Starlight Starbright Screenshot Contest! Read on for full contest details. Join us for Duty Commenced Episode 19 on December 20th 765 days, 5 hours, 10 minutes and 16 seconds ago Duty Commenced Episode 19 is set for Wednesday, December 20th! Join the North American Community team as they discuss the latest Letter from the Producer LIVE and Patch 4.2! You also won’t want to miss another installment of Community Commendations where the amazing talent of the community will be on display. The team will also be having a special holiday-themed giveaway for viewers! The Yuletide Festival has arrived! 765 days, 15 hours, 5 minutes and 44 seconds ago Now through January 7th. Click here for our guide! Downtime Notice: 8:30 AM - 12:00 PM Eastern (-5 GMT) Thursday, December 14 766 days, 11 hours, 27 minutes and 50 seconds ago UPDATE: The game worlds have reopened. Thank you. The LOTRO Game Servers will be brought down on Thursday, December 14 from 8:30 AM - 12:00 PM Eastern (-5 GMT) for an update to the game. Click here for the Release Notes. Thanks for your patience, and we'll see you back in the game soon! Letter from the Producer LIVE Part XL 767 days, 3 hours, 10 minutes and 16 seconds ago It is our pleasure to announce the URLs for the upcoming Letter from the Producer LIVE Part XL set to take place on Friday, December 15. Friday, December 15, 2017 at 3:00 a.m. (PST) Celebrating #SWTOR6 767 days, 16 hours, 41 minutes and 15 seconds ago Check out new 6-year anniversary rewards, including your own Valkorion Commemorative Statue and Anniversary Character Flair! New Life Day Bundle in the Cartel Market 767 days, 16 hours, 59 minutes and 34 seconds ago Start your festivities with the Merry Ice Tromper Mount, Umbaran Train Decoration, Jubilee Miniprobe pet and more! The Starlight Celebration 768 days, 4 hours, 10 minutes and 16 seconds ago The realm is in need of warmth and cheer to stave off the chill and gloom of winter. What better way to brighten your spirit than to revel in the joy of the Starlight Celebration? Cities far and wide are adorned with all manner of festive decorations, and Starlight bears have arrived to deliver their unique brand of merriment. However, it seems an adventurer’s aid is needed in Bentbranch Meadows, where a spate of unexplained thefts threatens to upset the proceedings. Patch 4.18 brings a number of changes, including the removal of the weekly restrictions in Deltascape and adjustments to Rival Wings. Abyss of Mordath 768 days, 15 hours, 4 minutes and 31 seconds ago We have decided to temporarily make the Abyss of Mordath raid inaccessible, to give us time to correct several issues found over the weekend. This also allows players to compete for the Original Challenge title when the raid is first opened to the public. We will have more information about the raid’s opening soon. Additionally, the new raid Barter Vendors will not provide their services until the new raid opens to the public. Get 25% off Milestone Skills, Hurried Traveller, Returning Traveller, Advanced Riding Traits, and Rally Horns NVIDIA GeForce© ‘Rule the Galaxy Story Pack’ Giveaway 773 days, 19 hours, 19 minutes and 6 seconds ago Join NVIDIA GeForce© Experience™* for a chance to receive the ‘Rule the Galaxy Story Pack’ code** for full access to the Knights of the Eternal Throne story, new Chiss speeder and Force Veteran’s Armor Set – offer ends December 13, 2017! Facebook Livestream with Author Timothy Zahn 775 days, 14 hours, 55 minutes and 25 seconds ago Join us this Thursday, December 7th at 2PM PST to chat with Star Wars™ author Timothy Zahn who contributed to crafting the latest storyline in ‘A Traitor Among the Chiss’ update! Cartel Market Specials: Week of December 4, 2017 775 days, 15 hours, 23 minutes and 48 seconds ago New AC-5 Broadcast Infiltrator Mount, Winter Trooper Bundle and 50% off Nathema Zealot’s Robe! Free Login Campaign 779 days, 1 hour, 55 minutes and 16 seconds ago Letter from the Producer LIVE Part XL Set for December 15th 779 days, 2 hours, 10 minutes and 16 seconds ago The date has been set for the fortieth installment of the Letter from the Producer LIVE, which will feature the first half of a two-part special previewing the new content and updates in patch 4.2. Join us on Friday, December 15, to get the latest information to come out of Eorzea. Make Your Piece of Middle-earth Shine! 779 days, 11 hours, 29 minutes and 24 seconds ago Get 20% off select Housing Decorations, select Housing Sets, and more Now through December 7th! Harvestmath Festival Encore 779 days, 15 hours, 30 minutes and 21 seconds ago The Harvestmath Festival is back, now through December 10th! Lines of Succession and the Kingdom of Gondor: the Long Wait for the Return of the King 780 days, 14 hours, 15 minutes and 33 seconds ago Click here for our latest developer's diary. Spoils of War Pack: Now Live on the Cartel Market 781 days, 15 hours and 27 seconds ago New Revered Master Jedi Robe, the new Drakag Mount, Nahut-inspired weapons, expanded appearances, and more! ‘A Traitor Among the Chiss’ Update: Now Live 781 days, 15 hours, 27 minutes and 44 seconds ago Journey to Copero to pursue a rogue agent, battle Operation boss Nahut, rule the skies over Iokath and more! The Return of Breaking Brick Mountains! 783 days, 4 hours and 16 seconds ago To commemorate the release of the latest expansion for Dragon Quest X in Japan, the collaboration event Breaking Brick Mountains will return on Thursday, November 30! You won’t want to miss the re-emergence of the powerful and pernicious golems that once bewildered Amajina & Sons Mineral Concern. * This event is identical to the one previously held in September of 2014. Completed quests cannot be undertaken a second time. Cyber Monday Mount Madness! 783 days, 6 hours, 10 minutes and 16 seconds ago For a limited time only, all mounts on the Mog Station are going on sale! The latest episode of the North American community team’s DUTY COMMENCED has been archived and is now available to view! Couldn’t join the team live this time? No worries! The episode has been stored on the official FINAL FANTASY XIV Twitch channel and can be watched over and over at your whim. In this episode, the community team challenged the new PvP encounter, Rival Wings, took a look at the bard performance actions, and showcased a new set of Community Commendations! NOW AVAILABLE: Expansion and High elf! 787 days, 18 hours, 38 minutes and 6 seconds ago Find the Mordor expansion and the new High elf race in the LOTRO Store in-game! Black Friday through Cyber Monday Sales! 787 days, 18 hours, 39 minutes and 6 seconds ago 75% off Virtue Bundles 50% off Complete Crafting Tiers 50% off select Housing Sets In the LOTRO Market: 85% off Helms Deep, Riders of Rohan, and Rise of Isengard expansions! Double Bonus Points! Now through November 27th! Relive Your Favorite Chapters! 787 days, 18 hours, 40 minutes and 4 seconds ago Get 25% off: All Valars and Valar Upgrades! Third Age Item Troves Legacy Scroll Boxes Now through November 30th! It’s Galactic Sales Week in the Cartel Market! 788 days, 12 hours, 11 minutes and 7 seconds ago Senya’s Lightsaber Pike, 50% off all Collections, Daily Deals and more! New Producer's Letter! 788 days, 17 hours, 55 minutes and 5 seconds ago Click here to read it! The Master’s Datacron 788 days, 19 hours, 15 minutes and 43 seconds ago Take any character straight to the level cap with the Master’s Datacron. Read how it works here. The Feast Season Six Underway! 789 days, 1 hour, 40 minutes and 16 seconds ago We are proud to announce the sixth season of the Feast has begun! The Feast Season Five Results Are In! 789 days, 2 hours, 10 minutes and 16 seconds ago The competition has been fierce, but at last, we have declared the winners of the Feast Season Five! Patch 4.15 will bring a number of additions and refinements to the realm, including the introduction of the new PvP encounter Rival Wings and Performance Actions. Server Restart 9:00 AM- 10:00 AM Eastern (-5 GMT) Tuesday, November 21st 789 days, 14 hours, 56 minutes and 20 seconds ago The LOTRO servers will be brought down from 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM Eastern (-5 GMT) for a restart on Tuesday, November 21st. Thanks for your patience, and we'll see you back in the game soon! Announcing DUTY COMMENCED Episode 18! 793 days, 5 hours, 10 minutes and 16 seconds ago The eighteenth episode of DUTY COMMENCED is set for Wednesday, November 22nd! The North American Community team will be streaming from Leviathan on the Primal Data Center as they discuss Patch 4.15 and challenge the new PvP encounter, Rival Wings! Copero Short Story Blog 793 days, 13 hours, 11 minutes and 34 seconds ago Find out more about Copero, a planet of the Chiss Ascendancy, through the eyes of a spy. 20% off Shared Wardrobe & More. Now through November 23rd! Click here for the latest sales, bonuses, events, news, and more! LOTRO Bonus Days! 793 days, 16 hours, 9 minutes and 13 seconds ago LOTRO Bonus Days bring you a +25% Skirmish Boost, now through November 19th! Eorzean Symphony: FINAL FANTASY XIV Orchestral Album Blu-ray on Sale December 20 794 days, 3 hours, 10 minutes and 16 seconds ago The first orchestral music event dedicated to FFXIV, Eorzean Symphony: FINAL FANTASY XIV Orchestral Concert 2017 is coming to Blu-ray from December 20! Video footage of every song performed can be yours to treasure forever. In addition, 10 selected songs will be available in both MP3 format and high-quality FLAC for maximum richness of sound. Proceed to the Square Enix Store. The Feast Season 6 Coming Soon! 794 days, 3 hours, 40 minutes and 16 seconds ago Ready your weapons─Season 6 of the Feast begins next week on Tuesday, November 21 with the release of patch 4.15! Based on player feedback, the upcoming season will be shorter, scheduled to run until the release of patch 4.2. Patch 4.15 Rival Wings Preview 796 days, 4 hours, 10 minutes and 16 seconds ago In today’s patch 4.15 preview, we offer you a look at the new PvP encounter, Rival Wings. Cartel Market Specials: Week of November 13, 2017 796 days, 16 hours, 37 minutes and 48 seconds ago Darth Malgus Armor Set, Imperator’s Hoverchair, Revan Holostatue and more! Announcing the Winners of the Ogre Pumpkin Carving Contest! 797 days, 5 hours, 10 minutes and 16 seconds ago Our Ogre Pumpkin Carving Contest challenged adventurers to decorate an ogre pumpkin for All Saints’ Wake, and in true Warrior of Light fashion—you delivered! We were taken aback by the artistic talent and carving prowess so many adventurers displayed, and are pleased to announce that the results are in! Take a look at the winning entries filled with both fright and delight. Announcing the Winners of the FFXIV Furnishing Design Contest! 800 days, 3 hours, 10 minutes and 16 seconds ago The guildmasters of the three city-states recently turned to the realm’s most talented adventurers to design new furnishings to pique the interest of their clientele. As a result, the adventurers put their creative minds to work, raised their tools, and delivered myriad excellent new designs. We present to you the winners of the Furnishing Design Contest! Peruse the winning entries. Get your own Special Forces Armor 800 days, 16 hours, 38 minutes and 21 seconds ago Celebrate Star Wars™ Battlefront™ II Launch – Claim your free* Special Forces Armor in Star Wars™: The Old Republic™ through November 20, 2017! Cartel Market Specials: Week of November 8, 2017 801 days, 14 hours, 42 minutes and 53 seconds ago Sensuous Dress, Music Therapy Probe, 50% off the Warbound Crusader Pack and more! United Forces Update Now Live 801 days, 19 hours, 53 minutes and 37 seconds ago Join together and battle to decide the fate of the galaxy with new rewards, Double XP, and more! The Feast Season 5 Ending Soon! 802 days, 4 hours, 10 minutes and 16 seconds ago The competition has been fierce, but Season 5 of the Feast will soon draw to a close! Updates to the rankings page will end after Tuesday, November 14, and the final results for the Feast will be announced on Tuesday, November 21. Patch 4.15 Preview 803 days, 4 hours, 10 minutes and 16 seconds ago Patch 4.15 is right around the corner, and today we offer you a glimpse of the new PvP encounter Rival Wings and the new Performance Actions for bard. The Maiden’s Rhapsody Returns November 10th! 804 days, 4 hours, 10 minutes and 16 seconds ago To commemorate the fifteenth anniversary of FINAL FANTASY XI, the Maiden’s Rhapsody, a special collaboration event, will be returning to FINAL FANTASY XIV. Participate and discover what strange twist of fate brought a hero of Vana'diel to our realm. * This event is identical to the one previously held in November of 2015. Completed quests cannot be undertaken a second time. HP, Intel Sign on for Multiyear Sponsorship of the Overwatch League™ 807 days, 12 hours, 10 minutes and 16 seconds ago Tech leaders HP Inc. and Intel today joined forces with Blizzard Entertainment in major Overwatch League™ sponsorship deals that represent an extended investment in the groundbreaking professional league. For more information, see the full press release. United Forces Rewards 807 days, 17 hours, 19 minutes and 57 seconds ago Get ready to earn the Mini Mogul NM-1 minipet and Darth Hexid Companion! Soundtrack Available through Huge Sound Records 808 days, 10 hours, 34 minutes and 35 seconds ago Click here to learn more or purchase the Official Mordor Soundtrack through Huge Sound Records. Letter from the Producer LIVE Part XXXIX Digest Released 809 days, 9 hours, 10 minutes and 16 seconds ago We’re proud to announce that the Letter from the Producer LIVE Part XXXIX event digest has been released! KOTOR Hits the Cartel Market: Part Two 810 days, 18 hours, 44 minutes and 52 seconds ago Last chance to unlock rare KOTOR-themed gear, including the legendary Armor of Revan and Visas Marr! FFXIV Teams with Mrs. Freshley’s For One Sweet In-Game Promotion 811 days, 4 hours, 10 minutes and 16 seconds ago Adventuring is hungry work. What better way to celebrate victory than sharing a tasty treat with your fellow adventurers? We have more battles ahead Warriors of Light, and Mrs. Freshley’s is here to provide that extra boost of experience to help us face the challenges that lie in wait. Read on for campaign details. Isengard and Treebeard: Musing on Trees and Towers 813 days, 14 hours, 16 minutes and 3 seconds ago Click here for our latest dev diary! The Evolution of Revan 814 days, 13 hours, 45 minutes ago Writer Drew Karpyshyn offers an inside look at creating one of the most iconic figures in the Old Republic era. A Legendary Sale! 814 days, 14 hours and 55 seconds ago 30% off Legacies, Relic Packs, & more! Now through November 2nd. The Impact of KOTOR on SWTOR 816 days, 13 hours, 59 minutes and 23 seconds ago Design Director James Ohlen reflects on his experience working in the Old Republic universe. Destiny 2 Now Live On PC! 816 days, 20 hours, 10 minutes and 16 seconds ago The time has come to reunite humanity’s scattered heroes, stand together, and fight back to reclaim your home. Destiny 2 is NOW LIVE on PC, and you can play exclusively through Blizzard Battle.net®. Learn more. Patch 4.11 is now live, and brings the very first Ultimate difficulty high-end duty, The Unending Coil of Bahamut (Ultimate)! * Updated on 10/31/2017 at 1:00 a.m. (PDT) Celebrating the legacy of Star Wars™: Knights of the Old Republic™ 817 days, 12 hours, 58 minutes and 56 seconds ago Experience the legacy of KOTOR in Star Wars™: The Old Republic™ with special giveaways and offers! DUTY COMMENCED Episode 17 Archived and Ready! 818 days, 2 hours, 40 minutes and 16 seconds ago The latest episode of the North American community team’s DUTY COMMENCED has been archived! Couldn’t join the team live this time? No worries! The episode has been stored on the official FINAL FANTASY XIV Twitch channel and can be watched over and over at your whim. In this episode, the community team formed an alliance with Aether players to tackle the Royal City of Rabanastre! We also introduced Community Commendations, a brand-new segment where we share creations made by the talented content creators across the globe! Announcing the Ogre Pumpkin Carve Off Contest! 818 days, 3 hours, 10 minutes and 16 seconds ago We’re challenging adventurers around the realm to carve or decorate an Ogre Pumpkin in the theme of FINAL FANTASY XIV to join us in celebration of All Saints’ Wake! During an event filled to the brim with mischief, mystery, witches, and wailing spirits—will you offer us a treat, or a terrible trick? Heroes who display their artistic prowess will be rewarded with some sweet treats as well. So sharpen your daggers, swords, and greatswords because it’s time to get carving! (Sorry botanists!) Can’t carve to save your life? Don’t worry, we have a separate category for our artists out there! KOTOR Hits the Cartel Market: Part One 819 days, 11 hours, 20 minutes and 11 seconds ago From Darth Malak to Bastila Shan, celebrate with special KOTOR-themed gear! Announcing Community Commendations! Submit your Fan Creations! 821 days, 6 hours, 10 minutes and 16 seconds ago The FINAL FANTASY XIV community is full of talented content creators and artists of every medium, and we're constantly impressed and inspired by the works we see shared across social media. Are you one of these talented creators? Would you like to see your work featured on an official FINAL FANTASY XIV channel? Now's your chance! Introducing "Community Commendations," a brand-new feature coming to the DUTY COMMENCED stream where we feature works created by our talented community! Peruse the full details regarding submitting your creations. LOTRO Bonus Days bring you a VIP Event Boost, now through October 23rd! FFXIV and Yoshi-P Coming to London for a Pop-Up Experience! 822 days, 3 hours, 10 minutes and 16 seconds ago We are pleased to announce that a limited-time Pop-up Experience will be opening in London, UK, celebrating the 30th Anniversary of the FINAL FANTASY series! But that’s not all! A limited number of lucky players will also get to meet FFXIV Producer & Director Naoki Yoshida in an exclusive evening event on Sunday, November 5! If you’ll be in London in early November, don’t pass this chance up! Destiny 2 Launches on PC October 24—Preload Now! 822 days, 16 hours, 50 minutes and 16 seconds ago The time to reclaim your home is almost here, Guardians—the PC launch of Destiny 2 is near! Destiny 2 goes live on PC globally starting October 24, and you can play exclusively through Blizzard Battle.net®. If you haven’t already, you can pre-purchase Destiny 2 right now through the Blizzard Shop. Check out this article to watch the PC launch trailer and find out what time the game goes live in your region. The Harvestmath Festival continues! 823 days, 13 hours, 8 minutes and 15 seconds ago Click here for our guide to the event, which runs through November 5th! First Look: 'Traitor Among The Chiss' Teaser 823 days, 14 hours, 19 minutes and 22 seconds ago This November, embark on a story-driven Flashpoint adventure, written in collaboration with Timothy Zahn! Cartel Market Specials: Week of October 17, 2017 823 days, 16 hours, 55 minutes and 6 seconds ago Shadow Disciple Armor, Dathomir Rancor, Mawvorr Companion, and more! The seventeenth episode of DUTY COMMENCED is set for Friday, October 20th! The North American Community team will be streaming from Mateus on the Aether Data Center as they discuss Patch 4.1 and challenge the Royal City of Rabanastre alliance raid live! All Saints’ Wake 825 days, 5 hours, 10 minutes and 16 seconds ago As the howling autumnal winds begin to gain a chilling bite, the All Saints’ Wake brings its decidedly delectable brand of terror to the realm. The fiendish Continental Circus is orchestrating a spine-tingling spectacle sure to leave the faint of heart trembling in their boots! Downtime Notice: Sunday, October 15th 7:00 AM - 11:00 AM Eastern (-4 GMT) 826 days, 14 hours, 18 minutes and 15 seconds ago The LOTRO game worlds will be unavailable from 7:00 AM - 11:00 AM Eastern (-4 GMT) on Sunday, October 15th for a hotfix. Click here for more information. Free Mithril Coins 827 days, 16 hours, 53 minutes and 59 seconds ago As a special thank you for your patience, we are giving a free gift to all players. Use the following code to receive 50 Mithril Coins from the LOTRO Store with the Code MORDORMITHRIL, now through October 22nd, 1/Account. Invite Friends Back with the Callback Campaign! 828 days, 5 hours, 10 minutes and 16 seconds ago With the Callback Campaign, you can use an in-game feature to invite friends who are taking a break to come back. Meet the campaign requirements, and both you and your friends will receive special rewards! Join us for a LOTROstream Extra Life Marathon! 828 days, 10 hours, 52 minutes and 3 seconds ago From 6:00pm Eastern on Friday, October 13th through 11:59pm October 14, on LOTROstream! Store, Carry, and Share! 828 days, 10 hours, 57 minutes and 39 seconds ago Get 25% off Vault Storage & Shared Storage, Inventory Slots and more! Now through October 19th Click here for the latest news, bonuses, sales, events, and more! FINAL FANTASY XIV Takes Over Paris Games Week 829 days, 10 hours and 16 seconds ago We are pleased to announce that FFXIV will be coming back to PGW, and this time it will be better, stronger, faster! We have prepared a myriad of content for all the visitors to enjoy! A stage show, streams, Battle Challenges, tournaments and more are waiting for you this year. Last but not least, our Producer and Director, Yoshi-P, will also be in attendance! Don’t miss this opportunity to meet the main man! Click here for more details on the event. FINAL FANTASY XIV Goes Down Under to PAX Australia! 830 days, 2 hours, 40 minutes and 16 seconds ago We are happy to announce that FINAL FANTASY XIV will be at PAX Australia in Melbourne this year! It’s the first time players will get a chance to play the game at an Australian event and we can’t wait to meet the FFXIV fans there! Come by the booth to try out our Battle Challenge and go home with goodies! Update 21 Patch 2 Release Notes 830 days, 16 hours, 26 minutes and 29 seconds ago Update 21 Patch 2 is here! 830 days, 17 hours, 40 minutes and 27 seconds ago Singularity Pack: Now Live on the Cartel Market 830 days, 19 hours, 13 minutes and 46 seconds ago Face your enemies with the most advanced technology the Star Wars galaxy has to offer. New Exchangeable Item Added to Recruit a Friend Campaign 831 days, 3 hours, 10 minutes and 16 seconds ago The new Managarm flying mount can now be exchanged for gold chocobo feathers, which are earned by recruiting friends. It’s a great opportunity to invite friends to join you in FINAL FANTASY XIV! Patch 4.1 Notes (Full Release) 831 days, 9 hours, 10 minutes and 16 seconds ago We are pleased to announce that the patch notes for Patch 4.1 – The Legend Returns have been released in their entirety. Be sure to pore over the comprehensive list of additions and refinements to the game, including new story quests, dungeons, and more! * The Unending Coil of Bahamut (Ultimate) is scheduled to be released in Patch 4.11. * The Bard action Performance and the new PvP encounter Rival Wings are scheduled to be released in patch 4.15. View the patch notes. Patch 4.1 brings a multitude of additions and refinements to the realm. Band together with your friends in search of the legendary land of Ivalice, explore the ancient city of Skalla, or face an old foe in a reimagining of your battle with the legendary dragon Shinryu. Whether you’re relaxing in the new residential area, Shirogane, or testing your mettle in PvP, there’s something for everyone in this exciting new update! Forge Your Own Ring! 835 days, 14 hours, 2 minutes and 22 seconds ago Get 30% off Crafting Guild Access, Ingredient Packs, and more! Click here for the latest bonuses, sales, events, news, and more! Muse Live at BlizzCon® 2017 835 days, 20 hours, 10 minutes and 16 seconds ago Whether you’re joining us for BlizzCon® in person or online, get ready for an epic finale—Muse is coming to BlizzCon 2017! The Grammy Award–winning band will close out the 11th BlizzCon on Saturday, November 4, delivering a stage-shattering conclusion to Blizzard’s two-day community celebration for everyone attending in person and joining from home with the BlizzCon Virtual Ticket. For more information, read the press release. Patch 4.1 Return to Ivalice: the Royal City of Rabanastre Preview 836 days, 3 hours, 10 minutes and 16 seconds ago In today’s patch 4.1 preview, we give you a sneak peek at the newest alliance raid dungeon, Return to Ivalice: the Royal City of Rabanastre. The story for this exciting new raid was written by guest creator Yasumi Matsuno, director and writer of titles such as FINAL FANTASY TACTICS and FINAL FANTASY XII. The boss designs are courtesy of guest creator Keita Amemiya, creator and director of the GARO series. Prepare yourselves for a grand adventure the likes of which you've never seen before! Patch 4.1 The Minstrel’s Ballad: Shinryu’s Domain Preview 836 days, 5 hours, 10 minutes and 16 seconds ago In today’s preview, we offer you a glimpse of the new trial, the Minstrel's Ballad: Shinryu's Domain Changes to Veteran Rewards 837 days, 2 hours, 10 minutes and 16 seconds ago In light of the considerable amount of time required to obtain the highest rank veteran rewards, we will be making adjustments in patch 4.1 to make them more easily accessible. As of result of these adjustments, players may be eligible for certain rewards soon after the update. Cartel Market Specials: Week of October 3, 2017 837 days, 17 hours, 23 minutes and 31 seconds ago Unrelenting Terror Battle Armor, Marsh Hunter Acklay, plus the return of Black and White Armor Dyes! Star Wars™: The Old Republic™ - Fall Roadmap 2017 838 days, 18 hours, 9 minutes and 27 seconds ago Get a first look at what’s coming to the game in the next few months with Lead Producer Keith Kanneg! Change to Weekly Reset of Custom Deliveries 839 days, 5 hours, 10 minutes and 16 seconds ago With the release of patch 4.1, the weekly reset for custom deliveries will be changed from Thursdays to Tuesdays. We strongly suggest players complete their weekly deliveries early in preparation for this change. The release of Patch 4.1 on Tuesday, October 10. United Forces Update Coming this November 839 days, 8 hours, 34 minutes and 15 seconds ago Get ready to connect with friends new and old as we align players into galactic sized communities in United Forces! Learn all about it here. LOTRO Bonus Days bring you a Buried Treasure Event, now through October 4th! Patch 4.1─The Legend Returns Trailer is Now Live 841 days, 22 hours, 55 minutes and 16 seconds ago Zenos yae Galvus is no more, and the people of Ala Mhigo are free at last. Now they must reconcile with their past as they pave the way to a brighter future. But as the bells of liberty ring in Gyr Abania, the clarion call of adventure beckons from across the Ruby Sea. Search for the fabled realm of Ivalice in a new alliance raid developed in conjunction with Yasumi Matsuno and Keita Amemiya, or explore the briny deep in the Drowned City of Skalla. Great trials and still greater rewards await, and today we offer you a sneak peek at what’s to come in Patch 4.1─The Legend Returns! Patch 4.1 Beast Tribe Quests Preview 842 days, 5 hours, 10 minutes and 16 seconds ago Patch 4.1 is right around the corner, and today we offer you a glimpse of the latest series of beast tribe quests. Get 20% off Stat Tomes, Run Speed Boosts, and more! Now through October 5th Click here for the latest community events, sales, news, bonuses, and more! Patch 4.1 Hildibrand Preview 843 days, 5 hours, 10 minutes and 16 seconds ago Patch 4.1 will soon be here, and today we offer you a look at the latest case of Hildibrand─agent of enquiry, inspector extraordinaire. Letter from the Producer LIVE Part XXXIX 844 days, 3 hours, 10 minutes and 16 seconds ago It is our pleasure to announce the URLs for the upcoming Letter from the Producer LIVE Part XXXIX set to take place on Friday, September 29. The live stream will feature the second half of a two-part special previewing patch 4.1. Friday, September 29, 2017 at 4:00 a.m. (PDT) Letter from the Producer LIVE Part XXXVIII Digest Released 844 days, 5 hours, 10 minutes and 16 seconds ago We’re proud to announce that the Letter from the Producer LIVE Part XXXVIII event digest has been released! Cartel Market Specials: Week of September 26, 2017 845 days, 16 hours, 44 minutes and 11 seconds ago Tactical Infantry Suit, Horizon Guard Armor, Oberle Siren Speeder, and more! Account Security Recommendation 848 days, 13 hours, 9 minutes and 15 seconds ago There are tells being sent that include a link to a site that has cloned the appearance of the LOTRO.com web site. All players should be aware that this is not a valid site, and is in no way associated with Standing Stone Games. As a reminder, do not click on suspicious links in world chat. Be Virtuous Like Samwise Gamgee! 849 days, 13 hours, 8 minutes and 5 seconds ago 25% off Virtues & Virtue Bundles, Trait Slots, and Skill & Slayer Deed Boosts September 22nd - 28th The LOTRO Beacon: Issue #27 849 days, 15 hours, 9 minutes and 5 seconds ago Click here for the latest sales, events, bonuses, news, and more! LOTRO Bonus Days bring you the Baggins' Birthday! Celebrate Frodo and Bilbo's birthday through September 25th! Patch 4.1—The Legend Returns Special Site Debuts 850 days, 5 hours, 10 minutes and 16 seconds ago In anticipation of the release of Patch 4.1—The Legend Returns, we are pleased to present the special preview site featuring information regarding the main scenario, and much more! Peruse screenshots of the upcoming Return to Ivalice alliance raid dungeon, developed in conjunction with Yasumi Matsuno and Keita Amemiya acting as guest creators. You can also find new screenshots and details for the Drowned City of Skalla dungeon and the new housing area Shirogane! We will continue to update the site as we move towards the release of Patch 4.1 in early October, so please look forward to it! Proceed to the The Legend Returns special site. Mega Mog Station Sale Reminder 850 days, 6 hours, 10 minutes and 16 seconds ago The Mega Mog Station Sale ends on Monday, September 25, 2017 at 10:00 p.m. (PDT). The Overwatch League™ Signs Final Three Teams for Inaugural Season 851 days, 10 minutes and 16 seconds ago Dallas, Houston, and Philadelphia round out the initial 12 teams for the first season of the Overwatch League. Read the press release for more on today’s announcement, including key dates for preseason and regular season play, and stay tuned to www.overwatchleague.com for the latest Overwatch League updates. Cartel Market Specials: Week of September 19, 2017 852 days, 16 hours, 2 minutes and 16 seconds ago Don the Ruthless Scion battle armor, unbox the popular Warbound Crusader Pack at half off, and more! The Tale of the Shipwrecked Mariner has returned! 855 days, 17 hours, 35 minutes and 19 seconds ago Now through September 19th! Letter from the Producer LIVE Part XXXIX 856 days, 1 hour, 40 minutes and 16 seconds ago The date has been set for the thirty-ninth installment of the Letter from the Producer LIVE! The live stream will feature the second half of a two-part special previewing patch 4.1. Don’t miss this chance to get the latest information to come out of Eorzea. Avenge Sauron! 856 days, 12 hours, 55 minutes and 46 seconds ago Get 20% off Monster Classes, Monster Traits, and more! Now through September 21st The bloody banquet continues─but not for much longer. Season 5 of the Feast will draw to a close with the release of patch 4.15. Devour your rivals, and prove yourself the most savage of the pack! The Battle of the Five Armies and the Dwarves of Erebor 857 days, 11 hours, 42 minutes and 31 seconds ago Click here for a writeup by Chris Pierson! Shirogane Housing and Relocation 857 days, 13 hours, 10 minutes and 16 seconds ago Starting in patch 4.1, players will be able to purchase an estate in the residential district of Shirogane. A new relocation feature will also be introduced, allowing players to move their private or free company estate to another district. Snag Your BlizzCon® 2017 Virtual Ticket 857 days, 17 hours, 10 minutes and 16 seconds ago Get closer to BlizzCon than ever with expanded stage coverage, in-game goodies, and pre-show video content—starting today! Read the press release or head to BlizzCon.com to learn more about this year's Virtual Ticket. Cartel Market Specials: Week of September 12, 2017 858 days, 18 hours, 11 minutes ago Customize your Lightsaber with a rare white color crystal and summon an Iokath Assault Droid to fight by your side! EQ2Wire: Aug 13 2008-September 8 2017 862 days, 7 hours, 8 minutes and 30 seconds ago After 9 years, it is time for me to call it quits on this EQ2Wire News site. I feel I have always put players first, and that choice has repeatedly cost me support I might have otherwise gotten from the EQ2 team and Sony Online Entertainment. At the last SOE Live, I was jokingly branded “chief […] Watch The Harnkegger Games VI Live on Twitch! 862 days, 14 hours, 46 minutes and 44 seconds ago We will be broadcasting Laurelin's Harnkegger Games live on Twitch.tv/LOTROstream from September 11th through the 17th! Click here for more info. FINAL FANTASY XIV at Tokyo Gameshow 2017! 863 days, 3 hours, 40 minutes and 16 seconds ago The 2017 edition of the Tokyo Game Show is nearly upon us, and FINAL FANTASY XIV will be there in full force! Do battle with fellow event-goers in the Feast, or if you’re new to the game, create a character and learn the ropes of adventuring in Eorzea. FINAL FANTASY XIV Orchestral Arrangement Album on Sale! 863 days, 4 hours, 40 minutes and 16 seconds ago The Eorzean Symphony─our first full orchestra concert─will be held on September 23, and we’ve prepared a special selection of songs from the performance in the FINAL FANTASY XIV Orchestral Arrangement Album. Treat your ears to the awe-inspiring music of Eorzea as you’ve never heard it before! Proceed to the special site. FINAL FANTASY XIV Fan Kit 863 days, 5 hours, 10 minutes and 16 seconds ago We’ve released an exciting new fan kit including artwork shown during the four-year anniversary broadcast. This latest addition will give your PC and smartphones a great new look! Find Your Shadowfax! 863 days, 14 hours, 23 minutes and 22 seconds ago Get 20% off select Warsteeds, Riding Skills, select Mounts and more! Now through September 14th Blizzard Arena Opens in Los Angeles 863 days, 21 hours, 10 minutes and 16 seconds ago Overwatch League, the Hearthstone Championship Tour, and Overwatch Contenders will be among the first events at Blizzard Arena Los Angeles, a state-of-the-art live-event destination. See the full press release for more details. We've released an exciting new fan kit featuring adventurers living it up beneath the waves. This latest addition will give your PC and smartphones a great new look! After the Fall - Dulgabeth 864 days, 16 hours, 57 minutes and 54 seconds ago Click here to see our newest video! Update Notes: Wednesday September 6, 2017 864 days, 21 hours, 9 minutes and 41 seconds ago From the EQ2 Forums: ABILITES Shadowknight Reduced the lag stat from Death’s Advance. ITEMS Ji’Lum’s Shawl of Greater Wisdom should now give the proper amount of ability modifier. Corrected an issue that prevented Evasive Moves from triggering. Cartel Market Specials: Week of September 5, 2017 865 days, 17 hours, 25 minutes and 30 seconds ago Equip your new Bounty Hunter with the galaxy’s most essential gear – unlock the Skilled Hunter Bundle today! Announcing The Rising Twitter Bash! 867 days, 6 hours, 10 minutes and 16 seconds ago It’s hard to believe that four years have passed already, with memories of our journey across Hydaelyn so fresh and vivid in our minds. To celebrate, we’ll be hosting The Rising Twitter Bash where adventurers will have a chance at winning a rare Ahriman choker accessory! Gather One, Gather All─Yo-kai Watch Returns to Eorzea! 868 days, 10 hours, 10 minutes and 16 seconds ago The Yo-kai Watch and FINAL FANTASY XIV collaboration event is underway!Join Jibanyan, Whisper, and the other Yo-kai as they gather once more in Eorzea. By befriending them, you can obtain special rewards such as collaborative weapons, minions, and even mounts! But you’d better hurry—these exclusive items are only obtainable during the event! * Because this event is identical to the one previously held in 2016, unused Legendary Yo-kai Medals can be used to exchange for Yo-kai weapons. Please note, however, that samurai and red mage weapons are not available. Massively Overpowered: Guide to EverQuest II’s Days of Summer Reward Event 869 days, 19 hours, 10 minutes and 40 seconds ago From MJ Guthrie over at MassivelyOverpowered: Did you hear about EverQuest II multi-month Days of Summer reward event? If so, lucky you! Here is an event that was launched with so little fanfare that even though I am playing every week. it completely slipped out of my mind — even after I learned about it the first week! […] Bonus XP & 25% OFF Marketplace for Members from September 1-5! 870 days, 11 hours, 1 minute and 21 seconds ago From EverQuest2.com: Ready to spend a rewarding weekend in Norrath? From 12:00PM PT on Friday, September 1, 2017 until 12:00PM PT on Tuesday, September 5, 2017, ALL players on ALL servers will receive Double Bonus XP! Have your eye on something in the Marketplace? If you’re a member, you’ll also recieve 25% off of ALL Marketplace items! Additionally, from 12:00AM PT on Friday, September 1, […] EQ & EQ2 Teams Attend Archery, Fencing, Weapons Training Program 870 days, 12 hours, 36 minutes and 59 seconds ago Just another day at work at @DaybreakGames! Took the EQ Franchise teams to learn fencing, archery, and medieval weapons and tactics today! https://t.co/8ciAaNh8KY — Holly Longdale (@TheWindstalker) August 30, 2017 Today was a tough day at the office… pic.twitter.com/HRySkPZWHo — Nathan McCall (@kaitheel) August 30, 2017 Watch out for @giganticrobot! He knows armor and how […] A Legendary Sale! 870 days, 13 hours, 37 minutes and 7 seconds ago Get 30% off Legendary Level Cap Increases, Legendary Stat Upgrades, Relics Packs and more! Now through September 7th Neriak City Festival Returns (September 1-7) 870 days, 14 hours, 57 minutes and 5 seconds ago It’s time to stock up on blue marble – the Neriak City Festival returns to Darklight Wood from September 1-7! Spend City Tokens on local specialties, generic festival goods, appearance clothing, or food & drink. Make sure all your characters have finished the Neriak Postage Collection, speak to Kella Swampfoot to assist with festival quests, […] The Four-Year Anniversary 14-Hour Broadcast begins Friday, September 1! 872 days, 2 hours, 10 minutes and 16 seconds ago The four-year anniversary 14-hour broadcast kicks off on Friday, September 1, 2017 at 8:00 p.m. (PDT)! Join us and our special guests as we celebrate this momentous occasion! Peruse the full schedule and guest line-up. Letter from the Producer LIVE Part XXXXVIII 872 days, 2 hours, 15 minutes and 16 seconds ago The date has been set for the thirty-eighth installment of the Letter from the Producer LIVE! The live stream will feature the first half of a two-part special previewing patch 4.1. Don’t miss this chance to get the latest information! Update Notes: Tuesday August 29, 2017 — Running Long 872 days, 17 hours, 36 minutes and 57 seconds ago From the EQ2 Forums: All EverQuest II Servers will be brought offline on Tuesday, August 29th, 2017 at 7:00 AM PT (14:00 UTC) for an update. Estimated downtime is less than 2 hours. At the 3 1/2 hour mark, the forums were updated with this notification indicating a possible total 4 1/2 hour downtime: This […] Precious Cargo Pack: Now Live on the Cartel Market 872 days, 18 hours, 35 minutes and 37 seconds ago Fulfill your Star Wars destiny. Get your hands on new Umbara-themed gear. Patch 4.06a Notes 873 days, 11 hours, 10 minutes and 16 seconds ago Patch 4.06a offers a number of adjustments to PvP actions based on player feedback. EQ2 Adds 11th Adornment Slot Color 875 days, 17 hours, 50 minutes and 11 seconds ago If you were worried that we would run out of Adornment colors in EQ2, have no fear. In the last few weeks, new items have started dropping with a new adornment slot — Grey. That adds to the existing gaggle of adornment colors White, Red and Yellow (both now obsolete), Blue (PvP), Purple, Cyan, Temporary, Green, and Orange. […] Play Destiny 2 Free on PC August 29–31 During Open Beta 876 days, 20 hours, 15 minutes and 16 seconds ago Get ready, Guardians. Early Access to the Destiny 2 PC Beta begins August 28 for those who’ve pre-purchased, followed by an Open Beta period August 29–31. The Rising 877 days, 5 hours, 5 minutes and 16 seconds ago Sunday, August 27, 2017 marks the fourth anniversary of FINAL FANTASY XIV! To celebrate this momentous occasion, we’ll be holding a special in-game event: The Rising. Tales from the Storm Updated! 877 days, 5 hours, 10 minutes and 16 seconds ago As we celebrate the fourth anniversary of FINAL FANTASY XIV, we offer you a glimpse into the lives of several central characters with Tales from the Storm! Today we invite you to pore over the final installment: O Nhaama, Where Art Thou. Read the fourth story. * Please note that Tales of the Storm may contain spoilers from the main scenario. FFXIV Storms into PAX West 2017 – Updated 877 days, 6 hours, 10 minutes and 16 seconds ago Stormblood took us to the Far East, and now the FFXIV team heads west to attend PAX West 2017 in Seattle! We’ll be hosting a Battle Challenge for attending adventurers to test their might against the Lord of Revel himself, as well as a Lore and Localization panel with the one and only Koji Fox! Get 20% off Vault Storage, Shared Storage, Inventory Slots, and more! Now through August 31st Click here for the latest sales, news, bonuses, and more! ‘Crisis on Umbara’ Update: Now Live 877 days, 19 hours, 14 minutes and 4 seconds ago Hijack a moving train to uncover a deadly traitor in a new Flashpoint, earn a new stronghold on Umbara and more! The QuakeCon ESO and Crown Pack Sale Has Begun! 877 days, 22 hours, 55 minutes and 16 seconds ago To celebrate the start of QuakeCon 2017, we're discounting Crown Packs and select versions of The Elder Scrolls Online and The Elder Scrolls Online: Morrowind from now until August 28! Find out all of the details below! Mega Mog Station Sale 878 days, 7 hours, 10 minutes and 16 seconds ago FINAL FANTASY XIV has reached 10 million players worldwide, and to celebrate we're having a special sale on optional items on the Mog Station! Update Notes: Thursday August 24, 2017 878 days, 10 hours, 16 minutes and 56 seconds ago From the EQ2 Forums: GENERAL Fixed an issue with spacing in the group window. PROVING GROUNDS The revive point within Tower of Frozen Shadow will now revive you within the zone. Corrected an issue that prevented the 101st orc from granting the final reward in Scourge Keep Duo Arena. FAMILIARS Mission crates and public quests […] EQ2′s Fourteenth Expansion Won’t Require Epic 2.0 Weapons 878 days, 15 hours, 39 minutes and 10 seconds ago From Kander on the EQ2 Forums: To clarify, the Epic 2.0 will not be required for the expansion, expansion access or 99% of the expansion content. It will not be required for any solo or quest content, including the signature line. There will be some specific content, that if you have done the epic, you […] Animated Short Welcomes Players Into Hearthstone 878 days, 21 hours, 10 minutes and 16 seconds ago Blizzard Entertainment debuted a new musical animated short that invites players into the world of Hearthstone. More tales from the Tavern will be told in an upcoming series of animated shorts, as well as comics, that explores the game’s distinctively charming setting. See the press release for additional details. Fan Fest Stream Sales End Soon – Don’t Miss Out on FFX Gear & Minions! 879 days, 11 hours, 10 minutes and 16 seconds ago The global Fan Festival events in 2016-2017 were a great way to experience exciting announcements, dev. panels, in-game and live activities, and musical performances. If you missed out on attending any of the events or watching the live streams, don’t fret! The archived footage of each event is still available for purchase and viewing until August 31, 2017. Each purchase also includes your choice between the Abes or High Summoner attire and an FFX-themed minion! Words From the Tribunal – Kander’s Candor 879 days, 14 hours, 15 minutes and 2 seconds ago From Kander on the EQ2 Forums: Greetings Fellow Norrathians! It’s time to start talking about what we have in store with GU 104 on August 22nd , as well as where we are going with some much anticipated changes coming this year! Large Class Balance Pass With GU 104, there will be a rather large […] Game Update 104: Sol’s Summer 879 days, 14 hours, 18 minutes and 58 seconds ago From EverQuest2.com: All of your favorite features from GU103: The Menagerie are getting bigger and better than ever! GU104: Sol’s Summer brings new additions to Familiars, Proving Grounds, and Expert Raids as well as a host of balance changes and more! Familiars: Season 2 New Familiars have found their way to Norrath and Season 2 includes 30 more Familiars to […] Update Notes: Tuesday August 22, 2017 879 days, 19 hours, 10 minutes and 16 seconds ago From the EQ2 Forums: PROVING GROUNDS Scourge Keep Duo Arena is now on the Unranked Matches accessor and may be run solo or with a partner. Tower of Frozen Shadow has been added to the Proving Grounds match rotation. Game Type: Race to Completion Players: 6 v Environment Confront the threats within the Tower of […] Watch the ESO Devs play Veteran Falkreath Hold! 879 days, 22 hours, 53 minutes and 16 seconds ago An all-star team of ESO developers took on one of the new dungeons you'll find in the Horns of the Reach DLC game pack with a Hard Mode Veteran Falkreath Hold run. Check out the action with this highlight from last week's ESO Live! Downtime Notice: 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM Eastern (-4 GMT) Monday, August 21st 883 days, 15 hours, 57 minutes and 11 seconds ago The LOTRO Game Servers will be brought down on Monday, August 21st from 8:00 AM - 12: PM Eastern (-4 GMT) for an update to the game. Thanks for your patience, and we'll see you back in the game soon! Crisis on Umbara: Gameplay and Rewards 883 days, 17 hours, 33 minutes and 19 seconds ago Take a closer look at the newest Flashpoint, 'Crisis on Umbara'. Get ready to battle your way across a moving train, brave the wilds of a dark new world, and more! Announcing the Four-Year Anniversary 14-Hour Broadcast 884 days, 4 hours, 10 minutes and 16 seconds ago FINAL FANTASY XIV will celebrate its four-year anniversary on August 27, 2017, and in honor of this momentous occasion, we’ll be hosting a special 14-hour broadcast! As we celebrate the fourth anniversary of FINAL FANTASY XIV, we offer you a glimpse into the lives of several central characters with Tales from the Storm! Today we invite you to pore over the third installment: When the Wager Pays Off. Read the third story. FFXIV @ gamescom 2017 – Streamed LIVE 884 days, 6 hours, 10 minutes and 16 seconds ago Our European teams are finalising preparations for our epic presence at gamescom 2017 where we have a wide range of content planned to make it one to remember! While gamescom boasts a monumental 350,000 attendees, we know that many of you simply can’t travel to Cologne, Germany – so we’re bringing the excitement to you! We’ll be streaming the whole show so you can experience all the fun from the comfort of your own home! Read on for details on special guests and the streaming schedule. Trading Scars – A Short Story on Umbara 884 days, 17 hours, 26 minutes and 32 seconds ago Learn more about one of the STAR WARS galaxy's most mysterious and deadly planets, the shadow-world of Umbara. ESO Live: August 18 @ 3:00pm EDT 884 days, 19 hours, 26 minutes and 16 seconds ago An all-star team of ESO developers is taking on the Veteran Falkreath Hold, one of the new Horns of the Reach dungeons, this Friday during ESO Live! Can they stop the Dreadhorn Clan? Tune in to watch and cheer them on! From the EQ2 Forums: POPULATION / ZONE PROGRESSION Vaedenmoor Raids Code has been put in place to prevent players from entering any version of the zone while still locked to a previous zone and/or not passed the minimum lockout time. Players will be banished from the zone if they fail this check regardless of any […] From Intern to Full Time: Daybreak’s Community Coordinator 885 days, 17 hours, 21 minutes and 59 seconds ago After Tony “RadarX“‘s departure from Daybreak Games on July 14th, EQ2 players have been wondering who our new Community Representative would be. Now we know! From DaybreakGames.com: As our company continues to grow, we’re always excited to have new talent join our team. Daybreak’s Marketing department is happy to introduce our new Community Coordinator, although […] Days of Summer – Week Three 886 days, 8 hours, 39 minutes and 29 seconds ago From EverQuest2.com: Yun Zi is back again this week with another quest! The merchant has a fresh list of locations that he’s interested in having you visit for him. For your assistance, Yun Zi will grant you new rewards including ranged weapons and ranged slot adornments, a Fellowship of Stone focus rune, a ring, and […] Cartel Market Specials: Week of August 15, 2017 886 days, 18 hours, 17 minutes and 22 seconds ago Become the ultimate STAR WARS™ hero or villain with the Revan Reborn armor set, plus an elite trooper kit and battle Droid sidekick! Save the Date: ESO and TES: Legends Meet Up @ PAX West 886 days, 19 hours, 36 minutes and 16 seconds ago Are you a fan of The Elder Scrolls Online and The Elder Scrolls: Legends? If you will be in the Seattle area during PAX West this year, you won't want to miss our PAX West ESO and TES: Legends Community Meet 'n Greet on Sunday, September 3rd. Get the full scoop, including how to RSVP, and exclusive goodies you can get for attending below. EQ2 Patcher Issue Resolved 886 days, 21 hours, 34 minutes and 31 seconds ago Our new EQ2 Community Manager Roxxlyy posted an update yesterday afternoon indicating that the issue preventing many players from downloading or updating EverQuest II with the patcher should now be resolved. From the EQ2 Forums: Login and patching issues are believed to be resolved at this time! Please let us know if you are continuing […] Temporary Quest Closure: Mysteries of the Ghâshghurm 887 days, 13 hours, 41 minutes and 35 seconds ago This quest has been temporarily closed due to a bug preventing completion. This issue will be fixed in the near future. Get 20% off Shared Wardrobe, Cosmetic Outfit Slots, select Cosmetics and more! Now through August 24th #LOTRO StarCraft: Remastered Now Live! 887 days, 16 hours, 25 minutes and 16 seconds ago Upgrade complete! StarCraft: Remastered, Blizzard Entertainment’s modernization of the science-fiction real-time strategy classic and its iconic expansion Brood War, is now live and available for purchase from the Blizzard Shop. Starting today, players around the world can reexperience the original conflict between the terrans, protoss, and zerg with upgraded 4K graphics, enhanced sound, and the same legendary gameplay that’s made StarCraft a competitive gaming staple around the globe. Read the press release and visit www.starcraft.com to learn more. Blizzard Battle.net Update 887 days, 18 hours, 10 minutes and 16 seconds ago The Battle.net online-gaming service was never going away, but after giving the branding change further consideration and also hearing your feedback, we’re in agreement that the name should stay as well. Read more. Horns of the Reach DLC Game Pack Now Live on PC & Mac! 888 days, 1 hour, 55 minutes and 16 seconds ago A new threat of man and beast plagues the Jerall Mountains. Are you ready to face the Dreadhorn Clan in the Horns of the Reach? Check out our launch article for all the details on this new DLC game pack, available with Update 15! Final Fantasy XIV new classes support / support des nouvelles classes Final Fantasy XIV 888 days, 20 hours, 49 minutes and 49 seconds ago Dear users / Chers utilisateurs, We have included Stormblood and Heavensward Final Fantasy XIV new jobs. / Nous avons inclus les nouveaux jobs des extensions Stormblood et Heavensward de Final Fanatsy XIV. We have also added automatic character information upload ! / Nous avons aussi ajouté l'import automatique des informations des personnages de Final Fanatsy XIV. Have fun ! / Amusez-vous bien ! mmo-services team / l'équipe mmo-services 0 comment(s) 0 0 mmoservices Daybreak Acknowledges Login Failures and Connection Issues 889 days, 21 hours, 54 minutes and 15 seconds ago From our new community person Roxxlyy on the EQ2 Forums: Hey folks, Just wanted to let you all know that the team is very aware of the various issues impacting logins, downloads, and the whole slew of connection problems that many of you are facing. At least one major issue causing these problems has already […] As we celebrate the fourth anniversary of FINAL FANTASY XIV, we offer you a glimpse into the lives of several central characters with Tales from the Storm! Today we invite you to pore over the second installment: A Calm After the Storm. Read the second story. Make Your Piece of Middle-earth Shine! 891 days, 12 hours, 8 minutes and 40 seconds ago Get 20% off select Housing Decorations, Housing Sets, Housing Writs & More! Now through August 17th. The LOTRO Beacon: Issue #22 891 days, 14 hours, 6 minutes and 38 seconds ago Click here for the latest news, bonuses, events, and more! EverQuest II Socket Errors Preventing Patching — Temp Fix Inside!! 891 days, 16 hours, 12 minutes and 52 seconds ago Since Friday, a number of players have reported Socket Errors and a failure to patch two files. This is preventing players from accessing the game according to several threads on the forums. Until this problem is rectified, EQ2Wire will be hosting updated versions of these two files. If you are unable to patch the game, […] Winter Comes Early for Hearthstone® in Knights of the Frozen Throne™ 891 days, 19 hours, 43 minutes and 40 seconds ago The icy shroud of death has fallen upon Hearthstone®—the Knights of the Frozen Throne™ expansion is here! The Lich King has come to the tavern in search of new Death Knights, and is offering unimaginable power in the form of 135 frosty new cards. Read the press release for further details. The “Letter from the Producer LIVE Part XXXVII” Digest Released! 892 days, 5 hours, 40 minutes and 16 seconds ago We’re proud to announce that the Letter from the Producer LIVE Part XXXVII event digest has been released! If you weren’t able to watch the live stream, or if you just want to watch it again, take a look below. From the EQ2 Forums: GENERAL Added “Camera Shake” option under Display (advanced)  “Camera” to enable / disable camera shakes. POPULATION / ZONE PROGRESSION Chamber of Rejuvenation [Raid] The reaction time for Prescient Gaze has been slightly increased. The range for applying Noxious Attuned has been removed. The duration of Noxious Attuned has been increased. […] The Overwatch League Welcomes Two More Teams! 892 days, 13 hours, 10 minutes and 16 seconds ago Two new teams have joined the Overwatch League—one representing London and another representing Los Angeles—bringing the total number of teams for the inaugural season to nine. See the press release to learn more about today’s announcement, and stay tuned to www.overwatchleague.com for the latest Overwatch League updates. ESO Community Spotlight – Thorsten’s LEGO ESO creations 892 days, 22 hours, 16 minutes and 16 seconds ago Thorsten has taken two things he loves, LEGO and The Elder Scrolls Online, and combined them into a collection of incredibly detailed, custom-made scenes, all built from scratch! In this new Community Spotlight, we talk to him about his amazing ESO-inspired LEGO builds. From the EQ2 Forums: The Fallen Gate and Stormhold Servers will be brought offline on Tuesday, August 8th, 2017 at 4:00 PM PT (23:00 UTC) for an update. Estimated downtime is less than 1 hour. From the EQ2 Forums: TIME-LOCKED SERVER CONTENT RELEASE The Sentinel’s Fate mid year content releases on Stormhold. Unseen Arcanum Underfoot […] Cartel Market Specials: Week of August 8, 2017 893 days, 17 hours, 19 minutes and 32 seconds ago Defend the galaxy with Jedi-inspired battle armor, plus an iconic Republic speeder and light side weapon customization! Horns of the Reach – Base Game Update 893 days, 22 hours, 1 minute and 16 seconds ago When the Horns of the Reach DLC game pack launches on PC/Mac on August 14 and PlayStation®4 and Xbox One on August 29, it will come packaged with Update 15, providing a host of free gameplay updates, fixes, and additions. If you'd like to learn more about some of Update 15's base game improvements, read our preview below! The Feast Season Five Underway! 894 days, 3 hours, 10 minutes and 16 seconds ago The fifth season of the Feast is upon us! Parties of four clash in ranked matches, with prizes and prestige at stake. The top-ranked participants from each data center will be rewarded at the end of the season, with additional rewards for reaching bronze, silver, gold, platinum, and diamond tiers. Dare you test your mettle against a slew of fearless challengers? Patch 4.06 brings a host of additions and refinements to the realm including the start of Season Five of the Feast, and further adjustments to Disciples of War and Magic. Screen Shake-Disabling Checkbox Coming Soon! 894 days, 9 hours, 12 minutes and 12 seconds ago EverQuest II attracts a diverse playerbase with different desires and physical abilities. Some players have limited eyesight, the use of only one hand, or other physical differences which require adaptation, special controllers, disabling certain game features such as particle effects, etc. For years, EQ2 has “shaken the camera” to convey the force and effect of […] FFXIV Storms into PAX West 2017 895 days, 6 hours, 10 minutes and 16 seconds ago Season 8 PvP Rewards Blog 897 days, 17 hours and 1 second ago The end of Season 8 is almost upon us! Learn about the rewards you can earn for competing in Ranked Warzone Arenas. Aria of the Valar Info 897 days, 17 hours, 56 minutes and 7 seconds ago For people missing their Arias of the Valar: The Aria of the Valar will be delivered to the first character you log into that has the Novice characteristic after logging in today. Please make sure you log into the server you intend to use the Aria of the Valar on. The Aria of the Valar is Bound to Account until opened, at which point the item becomes Bound to Character. Tales from the Storm 898 days, 5 hours, 5 minutes and 16 seconds ago As we celebrate the fourth anniversary of FINAL FANTASY XIV, we offer you a glimpse into the lives of several central characters with Tales from the Storm! Today we invite you to pore over the first of four installments: The Weight of a Name. Read the first story. Moonfire Faire 898 days, 5 hours, 10 minutes and 16 seconds ago The skies of Eorzea are ablaze with fireworks, and the city-states awash with seasonal cheer and vibrant decorations. Or at least they will be if willing adventurers can be found to lend a helping hand! The Moonfire Faire is once again hopelessly understaffed, but those with an eye for opportunity are sure to be generously rewarded. Assist the organizers and take part in the celebrations to earn Faire vouchers, which can be exchanged for brand-new, seasonal clothing and furnishings. Seek out the Moonfire Faire chaperones for an unforgettable and fun-filled adventure! Forge Your Own Ring! 898 days, 10 hours, 35 minutes and 12 seconds ago Now through August 10th! The LOTRO Beacon: Issue #21 898 days, 12 hours, 24 minutes and 2 seconds ago Aria of the Valar Delivery Update 898 days, 12 hours, 59 minutes and 4 seconds ago The Star Wars: The Old Republic Community Cantina is Headed to New York! 898 days, 16 hours, 13 minutes and 48 seconds ago We’re happy to announce that the next Star Wars™: The Old Republic™ Cantina will be happening on Friday, October 6th 2017! Final Fantasy XIV support 898 days, 16 hours, 31 minutes and 26 seconds ago Final Fantasy support is now live ! Le jeu Final Fantasy XIV est désormais pris en compte ! Horns of the Reach – Battlegrounds Update 898 days, 22 hours, 28 minutes and 16 seconds ago As part of the release of Update 15 and the Horns of the Reach DLC game pack this August, Battlegrounds players will enjoy the free addition of an all-new game mode and map! Want to know more about what's coming to ESO: Morrowind's 4v4v4 PvP arena? Check out our preview below! FFXIV Storms into gamescom 2017 899 days, 3 hours, 10 minutes and 16 seconds ago FINAL FANTASY XIV is not to be missed at gamescom 2017 – Europe’s biggest computer and video game show! Join us for exciting battles and stage shows in Cologne, Germany from August 22 to 26! There will be plenty of action in our two amazing booths, where you can play and earn rewards like our famous “I BEAT” t-shirts, and much more! Update 21 Release Notes 899 days, 14 hours, 59 minutes and 12 seconds ago New Trailer 899 days, 14 hours, 59 minutes and 58 seconds ago Click here for a new video! Mordor - New Trailer 899 days, 15 hours and 14 seconds ago Aria of the Valar Delivery 899 days, 15 hours, 57 minutes and 22 seconds ago We are investigating an issue where some players are not receiving their Aria of the Valar. We'll have more info as soon as we can. Meet the Character – Domihaus the Bloody-Horned 899 days, 23 hours, 23 minutes and 16 seconds ago The Minotaur chieftain Domihaus the Bloody-Horned threatens all of the Jerall Mountains. Learn more about this monstrous villain from the Horns of the Reach DLC game pack with our newest Meet the Character. EverQuest II Days of Summer 2017 – Weekly Rewards 900 days, 13 hours, 44 minutes and 32 seconds ago From EverQuest2.com: It’s time for some summer fun! And what better way to countdown the end of summer than helping out the ambling tradesbear, Yun Zi, to earn yourself some weekly rewards from his trove of inherited treasures. Maybe you’ve been away for a while and need a quick way to catch up to play […] Cartel Market Specials: Week of August 1, 2017 900 days, 18 hours, 9 minutes and 58 seconds ago Unleash the Dark Side of the Force with a Sith-themed gear bundle, plus a legendary battle mask and weapon customization! Crown Store Showcase: August 2017 900 days, 21 hours, 10 minutes and 16 seconds ago A new cultural look makes its way into the Crown Store. Explore Nord costumes, mounts, and more in the latest Crown Store Showcase. Keep your eyes open for future previews; we are offering new Crown Store items every month! Announcing the FFXIV Furnishing Design Contest! 901 days, 4 hours, 10 minutes and 16 seconds ago Seeking inspired and exotic furnishing designs from the minds of Eorzea’s finest artisans. Contact your resident guildmaster today! Update Notes: Tuesday August 1, 2017 901 days, 11 hours, 20 minutes and 42 seconds ago Our new Community intern Roxxlyy posted this: All EverQuest II Servers will be brought offline on Tuesday, August 1st, 2017 at 7:00 AM PT (14:00 UTC) for an update. Estimated downtime is less than 2 hours. and here are our update notes: POPULATION / ZONE PROGRESSION Vaedenmoor: Heart of Nightmares [Raid] Terris-Thule will no longer […] Kelethin City Festival Returns (August 1-7) 901 days, 16 hours, 8 minutes and 32 seconds ago Set your sights on Greater Faydark because the Kelethin City Festival returns from August 1-7! Spend City Tokens on local specialties, generic festival goods, and more. Make sure all your characters have finished the Kelethin Postage Collection, speak to Kella Swampfoot to assist with festival quests, and achieve 94 seconds or less in the local […] ESO Community Guides – July 2017 901 days, 22 hours, 15 minutes and 16 seconds ago Welcome back to ESO Community Guides, our monthly breakdown of some of the most interesting, informative, and entertaining community-created guides! Announcing the Duty Commenced PvP Special – “Culling Time” 902 days, 6 hours, 5 minutes and 16 seconds ago The date has been set for the next episode of Culling Time! Tune in to watch the North American Community Team tackle some PvP content live and discuss recent updates. We’ll be doing giveaways during the stream as well, so don’t miss out! Announcing the Winners of the “And…Action!” Screenshot Contest! 902 days, 6 hours, 10 minutes and 16 seconds ago Adventurers heard the call for “Action!” and answered it in droves! We’re excited to announce the finalists and grand prize winners of the “And…Action!” screenshot contest! We learned a lot about the power of the Group Pose feature by studying the entries and we bet you can too! Peruse the full list entries, jot down some notes to rank up your own pose game, and then take a look at the winners! Update Notes: Sunday July 30, 2017 902 days, 11 hours, 36 minutes and 21 seconds ago Continuing our new pattern of out-of-band TLE server updates, here are some update notes posted just a few minutes ago (Sunday July 30th @ 5:30pm EDT, 2:30pm PDT): TIME-LOCKED SERVER POPULATION / ZONE PROGRESSION The Isle of Refuge: Darathar’s Flight Reduced the amount of melee damage dealt by Darathar on Time-Locked servers. Increased the amount […] Update Notes: Friday July 28, 2017 903 days, 21 hours, 2 minutes and 14 seconds ago This was an emergency patch yesterday. From the EQ2 Forums: TIME-LOCKED SERVER POPULATION / ZONE PROGRESSION The Isle of Refuge: Darathar’s Flight Reduced the amount of bonus hit points Darathar gains on Time-Locked servers. The Crypt of Vox Reduced the amount of bonus hit points The Element of Vox gains on Time-Locked servers. Reduced the […] The Epic Book and Beyond 904 days, 15 hours, 56 minutes and 57 seconds ago Click here for an interview with Made of Lions! Reclaim Middle-earth! 905 days, 13 hours, 53 minutes and 8 seconds ago Get 20% off Expansions and Expansion Quests, Enhanced XP Supply, Hornberg Token, Skirmishes and Instances, and 100% Mark Acquisition Boosts Now through August 3rd! Click here for the latest sales, bonuses, news, events, and more! Horns of the Reach – Bloodroot Forge Preview 905 days, 19 hours, 6 minutes and 16 seconds ago Something primal has awoken deep within the rocky steppes of Craglorn, and the forgotten flames of the Bloodroot Forge have been restoked by the blood rites of the Dreadhorn Clan. Bloodroot Forge is one of the new dungeons found in the Horns of the Reach DLC game pack, and it offers a brand new adventure for your group along with a host of new gear, collectibles, and other rewards. Want to find out more? Read our preview below! ESO Tavern: Meet the ESO Team in Cologne 905 days, 23 hours, 40 minutes and 16 seconds ago The Elder Scrolls Online Team is coming to Cologne for gamescom and we'd like to invite you to meet us in person at the off-site ESO Tavern! High Elf Development Interview 906 days, 16 hours, 25 minutes and 33 seconds ago Click here for an interview with LOTRO's Art Director and Senior Animator! Meet the Character – Eerika Skjoralmor 907 days, 16 hours, 31 minutes and 16 seconds ago Want to know about some of the characters you'll interact with in the Horns of the Reach DLC game pack? Check out our first Meet the Character for this new adventure and learn about the Jarl of Falkreath's daughter, Eerika Skjoralmor. Ted Nasmith Interview 907 days, 17 hours, 11 minutes and 29 seconds ago Artist Ted Nasmith writes about painting our Update 20 and Mordor key art and more! Click here to read it. Cartel Market Specials: Week of July 25, 2017 907 days, 18 hours, 41 minutes and 7 seconds ago Become a scourge of the battlefield. Wear the armor of the legendary Tulak Hord, Dark Lord of the Sith! Update Notes: Tuesday July 25, 2017 907 days, 19 hours, 31 minutes and 28 seconds ago From the EQ2 Forums: POPULATION / ZONE PROGRESSION Arcanna’se Spire: Order and Chaos [Raid] Shanaira the Prestigious should now give slightly more time to react to the combo elements of her encounter. Vaedenmoor: Heart of Nightmares [Raid] Terris-Thule will no longer stoneskin while rampaging. Corrected an issue that would cause the Gatekeepers to think pets […] Three worlds downtime notice: Tuesday, July 25th 8:00 AM - 11:00 AM Eastern (-4 GMT) 908 days, 16 hours, 46 minutes and 44 seconds ago The game worlds have reopened. Thank you. Belegaer, Evernight, and Landroval will be unavavilable due to maintenance on Tuesday, July 25th from 8:00 AM - 11:00 AM Eastern (-4 GMT). Thank you for your patience. Reminder: Annual All Access Purchased Last August Renewing Soon 911 days, 17 hours, 8 minutes and 53 seconds ago If you took advantage of last year’s too-good-to-pass-up $72 for 1 year of All Access subscription, be aware that these will be renewing soon at the full price of $119.88. It is not expected that the $50 off deal will be offered for 2017. To manage your All Access subscription, visit the Daybreak Games website […] Now through July 27th! LOTRO Bonus Days bring you a +25% Crafting Boost, now through July 23rd! Tinkerfest Has Returned Until August 2nd 912 days, 19 hours, 20 minutes and 54 seconds ago From Kaitheel‘s twitter: Like clockwork, Tinkerfest has returned! There's new stuff to do and to obtain. Now thru 8/2. #EQ2 https://t.co/fWwGeKMRr1 pic.twitter.com/1MbIsAVoOq — Nathan McCall (@kaitheel) July 20, 2017 and from EverQuest2.com: Like clockwork, Tinkerfest has returned! Take up your favorite wrench and celebrate all things gnomish, be they metal, combustive, mathematical, experimental, or a […] ESO Community Spotlight – Isriana’s ESO-Inspired Artwork 912 days, 21 hours, 22 minutes and 16 seconds ago It's time for another ESO Community Spotlight! In this series, we feature some of The Elder Scrolls Online's amazing community members, and in this edition, we talk to long-time fan Isriana about her unique ESO-themed artwork that includes both beautiful painted work and cheeky cartoons. You can read our interview and check out some of her work below! Carbonized Matter Pricing Adjustments 913 days, 2 hours, 55 minutes and 16 seconds ago With the release of patch 4.0, the sale price of grades 2 through 5 carbonized matter was changed in accordance with their removal from duties, quests, and gathering. However, pricing for these items is scheduled to be returned to their original values in early August with the release of patch 4.06. Players who possess carbonized matter are encouraged to sell them to NPC vendors prior to this update. Moonlight Enchantments Return (20th-21st) 913 days, 13 hours, 25 minutes and 8 seconds ago The monthly Moonlight Enchantments event begins tonight! The grottos open up on the 20th at 12:01am PT and close on the 21st at 11:59pm PT. The time applies directly with no conversion for all servers. Grotto Zone & Location Collection Quest(s) Brownie Darklight Wood /way 14, -32, -238 Tree Bark Festive Flowers Strong Brew Root […] ESO Live: July 21 @ 3:00pm EDT 913 days, 19 hours, 25 minutes and 16 seconds ago Tune into Twitch this Friday to see a live tour of an upcoming dungeon with ESO developers! Horns of the Reach - Falkreath Hold Preview 913 days, 21 hours, 43 minutes and 16 seconds ago Falkreath is under siege, and it soon will fall to the Minotaurs and their Reachmen allies. Falkreath Hold, one of the two new dungeons found in the Horns of the Reach DLC game pack, pits you and your team against the hordes of the Dreadhorn Clan in a desperate attempt to save the city. Want the inside scoop on this new four-player challenge (including information on the armor sets, monster mask, and other unique rewards)? Check out our preview below. Taking on Operations 914 days, 13 hours, 54 minutes and 11 seconds ago Whether you’re looking to jump into the latest battle against the Sisters of Carnage or are considering joining an Operation for the first time, here are some tips to help you get started! Dev Diary: Mordor Crafting 914 days, 14 hours, 31 minutes and 5 seconds ago Click here for FriendlyHat's look into Mordor Crafting! Test Your Mettle in the Midyear Mayhem PvP Event! 914 days, 21 hours, 32 minutes and 16 seconds ago Prepare for battle! Celebrate the legendary hero Pelinal Whitestrake and his victory at the Bridge of Heldon by taking part in our first Midyear Mayhem PvP event and earning the Midyear Victor's Laurel Wreath collectible hat. It is said that those who wear the Midyear Laurel feel themselves infused with the holy rage of the spirit of Pelinal himself! To learn how you can get your own Laurel Wreath while earning double Alliance Points, PvP gear, and rare crafting items, read on! Update Notes: Tuesday July 18, 2017 915 days, 6 hours, 53 minutes and 20 seconds ago Until we get a new Community Manager for EQ2, it looks like Caith is posting the downtime notices: All EverQuest II Servers will be brought offline on Thursday, July 18th, 2017 at 7:00 AM PT (14:00 UTC) for an update. Estimated downtime is less than 2 hours. From the EQ2 Forums: SUMMER ETHEREALS Increased the […] Patch 4.05 brings a host of additions and refinements to the realm including adjustments to Disciples of War and Magic, Omega: Deltascape (Savage), and the Lost Canals of Uznair. * Updated on Tuesday, July 25, 2017 at 1:00 a.m. (PDT). Gain the edge with the Armed Resistance Cartel Pack! 915 days, 14 hours, 19 minutes and 41 seconds ago Holster two legendary blaster pistols – Mischief and Anarchy – plus new Outlaw armor! Summer Ethereals to Open to Standard Heroic Zones 915 days, 15 hours, 20 minutes and 5 seconds ago This year’s Summer Ethereal event had a twist — only by completing Expert Zones could the Ethereal Tokens be acquired. After much forum outrage, it seems good has prevailed. From Discord chat: Now if we can just get a patch for the matchmaker in Dungeon Finder! In-Game Mail Blast Requires EQ2 Subscribers to Visit Website 918 days, 18 hours, 19 minutes and 45 seconds ago EverQuest II’s in-game mail has been put to good use by the company to alert players to significant in-game revamps, refund Items and Tokens, announce the return of Seasonal Events, conduct In-Game Polls and Surveys, Gauge player interest in Crafting, Heroic, and Raid content, and so forth. Now however, it seems that the in-game mail […] Renew Your Fellowship! 919 days, 13 hours, 43 minutes and 16 seconds ago Get 25% off Rune Keeper and Warden, Character Slots, and Slayer Deed Boosts Battlemaster’s Corner - The Bullheaded Butcher 919 days, 18 hours, 44 minutes and 16 seconds ago We are thrilled to bring you a new Battlemaster's Corner player-created build. This time, we have a slippery Stamina Sorcerer that'll have you rolling all around Cyrodiil. Read on to find out more about this new build from Kasa. Update Notes: Thursday July 13, 2017 920 days, 8 hours, 14 minutes and 24 seconds ago From the EQ2 Forums: POPULATION / ZONE PROGRESSION General Fracture, the Inheritance Merchant has returned to Freeport and Qeynos. Vaedenmoor: Heart of Nightmares [Raid] Terris-Thule’s “Drain Life” ability should no longer hit the entire raid. It should work the same way as it does in Vaedenmoor: Realm of Despair[Raid]. The allowable deaths in the Summoned […] Seven Overwatch League Teams Announced! 920 days, 13 hours, 10 minutes and 16 seconds ago We’re pleased to announce that the Overwatch League has its first seven teams—representing Boston, New York, San Francisco, Los Angeles, Miami-Orlando, Shanghai, and Seoul—with a great mix of owners who come from the worlds of traditional sports, endemic esports, and technology. Check out the press release for all the details, and visit www.overwatchleague.com to stay up to date on the latest Overwatch League news. Mordor is now available for pre-purchase! 920 days, 16 hours, 43 minutes and 27 seconds ago Click here to get the MordorTM expansion now! Downtime Notice: Wednesday, July 12th 7:00 AM - 12:00 PM Eastern (-4 GMT) 921 days, 16 hours, 25 minutes and 7 seconds ago UPDATE: The game worlds and web site have reopened. The LOTRO game worlds and forums will be unavailable for maintenance on Wednesday, July 12th from 7:00 AM - 12:00 PM Eastern (-4 GMT). Thank you for your patience. Horns of the Reach – Beware of Falkreath 921 days, 17 hours, 5 minutes and 16 seconds ago What is happening in the wilds surrounding Falkreath? Read this letter from a concerned Nord father describing the mysterious events in the Horns of the Reach DLC game pack. 'Sisters of Carnage' Update: Now Live 921 days, 19 hours, 27 minutes and 52 seconds ago Rally your team for CARNAGE in the new Operation battle against twin superweapons, move into a new ocean-side Manaan Retreat stronghold and more! EverQuest II 2017 Ethereal Event July 11th-October 6th 922 days, 9 hours, 7 minutes and 28 seconds ago From EverQuest2.com: It’s summertime, which means warmer temperatures, picnics, and of course – Ethereals in EverQuest 2 have begun! During these events, when you complete a mission in Kunark Ascending expert zones you’ll receive Sathirian Ethereal coins. Each character can earn up to 3 of these coins per day (6 if you are a Member!) […] From the EQ2 Forums: PUBLIC QUESTS It should be much harder for mercenaries to hold aggro against The Omen Feeder. PROVING GROUNDS The reward for completing a checkpoint in a heroic proving ground has been increased from 1 to 2 Marks of Glory. The reward for completing a the final checkpoint in a heroic proving […] Limited Time Costume Rotation 925 days, 12 hours, 48 minutes and 21 seconds ago Raven General's Uniform Raven General's Beak Raven General's Mask Taegeuk We will also be rotating out a few old costumes so visit the in-game shop or web store here to see all the limited time items. Sale ends July 21, 2017. Summer Ethereals Begin July 11th 925 days, 15 hours, 39 minutes and 56 seconds ago From the EverQuest II Twitter: The first wave of Summer Ethereals begin next week July 11th! Lakathen, the Traveler has amazing rewards for those up to the challenge! pic.twitter.com/XSB1VdC8ke — EverQuest II (@everquestii) July 7, 2017 Thurgadin Server Restart July 8th 925 days, 16 hours, 1 minute and 42 seconds ago From the EQ2 Forums: The Thurgadin server will be restarted at 4:00 UTC with an approximate one hour downtime. There are no notes associated with this maintenance. The Lich King to Raid Hearthstone® in Knights of the Frozen Throne™ 926 days, 13 hours, 10 minutes and 16 seconds ago Prepare to taste power from beyond the grave in the next Hearthstone® expansion, Knights of the Frozen Throne, launching this August. Transform your favorite heroes into Death Knights, claim the Frozen Throne for yourself over eight free missions, and collect 135 frosty new cards along the way. Read the press release for further details. Now - July 13th ESO Live: July 7 @ 3:00pm EDT 926 days, 18 hours and 16 seconds ago Want a first look at what's coming in the Horns of the Reach DLC Game Pack? Tune into Twitch this Friday to see live gameplay! Horns of the Reach and Update 15 Preview 926 days, 22 hours, 16 minutes and 16 seconds ago Horns of the Reach, The Elder Scrolls Online's latest DLC game pack, will be available in the in-game Crown Store and as part of ESO Plus membership this August. The DLC game pack will include two new dungeons, Bloodroot Forge and Falkreath Hold, as well as a base game update that features a new Battlegrounds map and game type and a host of quality-of-life improvements. Want to know more about the DLC game pack and update? Check out our preview below! Letter from the Producer LIVE Part XXXVII 928 days, 4 hours, 10 minutes and 16 seconds ago The date has been set for the thirty-seventh installment of the Letter from the Producer LIVE! Broadcasting live from Hamamatsu, Producer & Director Yoshi-P will be answering Patch 4.0-related questions from fans across the globe. Don’t miss this chance to get the latest information regarding Stormblood! Callback Campaign Ends on July 18! 929 days, 3 hours, 40 minutes and 16 seconds ago The Callback Campaign is scheduled to end on Tuesday, July 18th following the maintenance for patch 4.05. * Friends can be invited to return via the friends list in-game until Tuesday, July 18. Players invited to return must do so within 30 days of the campaign's end to receive rewards. It is with great pleasure that we announce the patch notes for Patch 4.01 are live. Be sure to check them out for a comprehensive list of additions and refinements to the world of Hydaelyn, including the raid Omega: Deltascape. * New Items list added on Wednesday, July 12, 2017 at 1:00 a.m. (PDT). Cartel Market Specials: Week of July 11, 2017 929 days, 17 hours, 51 minutes and 28 seconds ago Customize with your new Stronghold with an exotic Manaan-themed Decoration bundle pack! Cartel Market Specials: Week of July 4, 2017 929 days, 18 hours, 28 minutes and 2 seconds ago Unleash your inner Bounty Hunter with Shae Vizla’s combat armor and the fabled MSM Jetpack! Announcing the ESO Plus Bonus Event! 929 days, 21 hours, 40 minutes and 16 seconds ago Know what makes adventuring in Tamriel even more awesome? Free stuff! From July 5-9, ESO Plus members can log in to receive up to five free Dwarven Crown Crates. Not an ESO Plus member? You can enjoy a free trial of the service for the duration of the event, no strings attached. This includes access to the DLC game packs, the Craft Bag, and bonuses to XP and Gold gains. Check out the details below! Crown Store Showcase: July 2017 929 days, 22 hours, 25 minutes and 16 seconds ago Impressive costumes, a terrifying mount, a cute pet, and fashionable accessories await in July. Learn more about the latest Crown Store offerings in our Showcase and keep your eyes open for future previews as we'll be offering new Crown Store items every month! Announcing the “And… Action!” Screenshot Contest! (NA) 930 days, 5 hours, 10 minutes and 16 seconds ago Stormblood added some great new features to everyone’s favorite screenshot companion: Group Pose! In celebration of these new features, we’d like to issue our Warriors of Light a bit of a challenge. Use the Group Pose feature to capture your favorite battle action or ability in a stunning screenshot! 50 winners will receive an in-game item prize, and from those, three Grand Prize winners will be selected to win a prize package including three FINAL FANTASY XIV Taito figurines! Your skills in battle are tried and true, heroes. But can you capture the heat of the moment? It’s time for lights… camera… and… action! EverQuest II’s Black Box Problem 930 days, 16 hours, 49 minutes and 47 seconds ago I believe that the best games, whether in the real or digital worlds, on any platform, should have clear and concise rules which are obvious or well-documented for the player. For years, Dellmon (host of the now-quiet but formerly popular EQ2Talk podcast which frequently interviewed members of the EQ2 team) and I have railed against […] Gorowyn City Festival Returns (July 1-7) 932 days, 13 hours, 7 minutes and 23 seconds ago Come visit the shores in Timorous Deep for the Gorowyn City Festival, returning July 1-7! Spend City Tokens on local specialties, generic festival goods, appearance clothing, or food & drink. Make sure all your characters have finished the Gorowyn Postage Collection, speak to Kella Swampfoot to assist with festival quests, and achieve 244 seconds or […] StarCraft: Remastered Arrives August 14—Prepurchase Now! 933 days, 13 hours, 10 minutes and 16 seconds ago The award-winning RTS classic and the Brood War expansion have been lovingly remastered with 4K Ultra High Definition graphics, new matchmaking and leaderboard systems, and more. Prepurchase before August 14 to receive in-game digital bonuses in StarCraft: Remastered and StarCraft II. Follow in Frodo's Footsteps 933 days, 14 hours, 29 minutes and 26 seconds ago 20% off Quest Packs, XP Boosts & More. June 29 - July 6 Issue 17 of the LOTRO Beacon is now available! 933 days, 16 hours, 52 minutes and 2 seconds ago Click here for the latest news, bonuses, events, sales, and more! ESO Community Guides – June 2017 933 days, 22 hours, 7 minutes and 16 seconds ago Welcome to ESO Community Guides, our rundown of some of the most informative, interesting, and entertaining community-created guides from the month! Update Notes: Thursday June 29, 2017 934 days, 9 hours, 28 minutes and 49 seconds ago From the EQ2 Forums: GENERAL Added a confirmation to removing a chat tab. This can be disabled at Options > User Interface > Chat Window > Confirm Remove Tab. POPULATION / ZONE PROGRESSION Chamber of Rejuvenation [Raid] Summoned Detonators no longer gain immunity from mez and stun once they have been mezzed or stunned. Corrected […] The Summer Festival has returned! 934 days, 13 hours, 34 minutes and 56 seconds ago The Summer Festival is back, now through July 16th! Click here for our guide. ESO Community Spotlight – Valara Atran’s Naryu Cosplay 934 days, 22 hours, 24 minutes and 16 seconds ago Welcome to The ESO Community Spotlight, our series featuring some of ESO's amazing community members and the things they have created! Our first edition features an incredible Naryu cosplay and interview with costume and prop creator Valara Atran. Emergency Maintenance 2pm PDT June 27, 2017 935 days, 14 hours and 48 seconds ago From the EQ2 Forum Header: Status: 6/27/2017 13:48 PDT – EQ2 is coming down at 2 pm pacific for an emergency hotfix. Estimated downtime is 1 hour. All servers are coming down for a brief maintenance to address an outstanding issue. Downtime is anticipated to be less than 90 minutes. — EverQuest II (@everquestii) June […] Fallen Gate Launch Delayed 935 days, 15 hours, 24 minutes and 29 seconds ago From EQ2 Twitter: The Fallen Gate server launch at Noon PT has been delayed for a bit. We'll update you as we have more information! — EverQuest II (@everquestii) June 27, 2017 Strike fear on the Battlefield with the Dread Warlord Cartel Pack 935 days, 18 hours, 22 minutes and 53 seconds ago Take aim with the exotic Wentross Bowcaster, speed your way across the galaxy with the Kurai Intimidator, and much more! A Dark Hero Returns to Diablo® III—Rise of the Necromancer™ Now Available 935 days, 18 hours, 31 minutes and 16 seconds ago The necromancer has finally returned to face the demons of the Burning Hells. The Rise of the Necromancer™ pack, which summons the iconic necromancer class into Diablo® III: Reaper of Souls®, is now available digitally in-game on PC and through the online Blizzard Shop, PlayStation®Store, and Xbox One Store. Find out more. It’s Aboot Time! 936 days, 10 hours, 32 minutes and 6 seconds ago From EverQuest2.com: Need a swift kick to get motivated for leveling? For the next 14 days, any player who reaches level 10 on the Fallen Gate server will earn the Pedipowered Posterior Punter mount, which can be claimed on any server! Don’t wait too long to get this mount, as this offer ends Tuesday, July […] Update Notes: Tuesday June 27, 2017 936 days, 10 hours, 32 minutes and 11 seconds ago From the EQ2 Forums: POPULATION / ZONE PROGRESSION Vaedenmoor: Heart of Nightmares [Raid] Territus should no longer cause the spell “Mark of Nobility” to damage ally pets. Baliath should now take longer to start regenerating after he leaves the playable area and returns. Corrected an issue where if you had the Golden Recognition spell on, […] Earn a Free Dark Menace Costume 939 days, 18 hours, 58 minutes and 28 seconds ago MXM—our latest free-to-play game—is now live in North America and Europe! To celebrate we’re offering all eligible Aion players an opportunity to earn a FREE Dark Menace costume for your character in Aion by trying out MXM. Play MXM and complete five matches in the 5v5 Titan Ruins mode before July 8 and you’ll be eligible to receive your FREE Dark Menace costume to use in Aion. To begin your quest and earn this free reward, download MXM now. For the complete official rules, click here. Limited Time Costume Rotation 940 days, 2 hours, 18 minutes and 47 seconds ago Summer Sun Uniform Sunblossom Hairpin Rebellion's Raiment with Rebellion's Halo accessory We will also be rotating out a few old costumes so visit the in-game shop or web store here to see all the limited time items. Sale ends July 7, 2017. FINAL FANTASY XIV at Japan Expo 2017! 940 days, 4 hours, 10 minutes and 16 seconds ago We’re happy to announce that FFXIV will be back at Japan Expo in Paris, France! We have prepared a program full of goodness and we can guarantee that the week will be one to remember! Battle Challenge, goodies, Fan Gathering and more will be waiting for you to kick off the summer! Be Virtuous Like Samwise Gamgee! 940 days, 14 hours, 14 minutes and 2 seconds ago June 23rd - 29th The LOTRO Beacon: Issue #16! 940 days, 15 hours, 6 minutes and 59 seconds ago Introducing the Dwarven Crown Crate Season 940 days, 21 hours, 25 minutes and 16 seconds ago Join the ranks of Tamriel's most famous relic hunters with our latest ESO Crown Crate season. Claim your share of ancient Dwarven technology with the Dwarven Crown Crates! Check out the ESO: Morrowind Soundtrack and Composer Interview 940 days, 22 hours, 39 minutes and 16 seconds ago The Elder Scrolls Online: Morrowind soundrtack is now available on digital platforms. Check out the full soundtrack below and read an interview with its composer and Audio Lead, Brad Derrick. MXM is Now Live! 941 days, 9 hours, 10 minutes and 16 seconds ago MXM—the next epic release from NCSOFT—is now live in North America and Europe! Increase your roster with powerful new Masters and NCSOFT favorites, hone your skills in fast-paced co-op PvE missions, and join thousands of other players in intense 3v3 and 5v5 battles as you fight to regain control of Earth from the evil mechanized Synd in this highly anticipated, completely free to play action game! And even better, all eligible NCSOFT Account holders are getting a special gift to get them started in MXM! If you’ve created and logged into an NC Account before 11:59 PM PDT, June 14 with any NCSOFT West title (Lineage II, Aion, WildStar, Blade & Soul) you’ll automatically receive a stack of 5 XP boost items in your MXM in-game mail—good for a 25% XP boost for 1 hour each! Head over to PlayMXM.com to download and play for free today! Click here for promotion rules. ESO Live: June 23 @ 3:00pm EDT 941 days, 14 hours, 48 minutes and 16 seconds ago This Friday, we'll be back on Twitch for another episode of ESO Live! Check out the full show schedule below. Join us for an early look at Mordor! 941 days, 14 hours, 56 minutes and 46 seconds ago Join us on Twitch, Facebook, or YouTube on Thursday, June 22nd starting at Noon Eastern (-4 GMT) for an early sneak peek of Mordor as we prepare to hold our first preview on Bullroarer on Friday! Rotating Weekend Boosts #2 941 days, 18 hours, 24 minutes and 52 seconds ago For the next four weekends, enjoy a different in game boost to help you along your daevic journey. We also have a special extended weekend to celebrate Independence Day! See our schedule below for the rotating boosts! Friday, June 23 to Sunday, June 25 – +100 Bonus XP Friday, June 30 to Sunday, July 4 – +100% Bonus Drop Rate & +100% Bonus XP Friday, July 7 to Sunday, July 9 – +100% Bonus Crafting & Gathering Friday, July 14 to Sunday, July 16 – +100% Bonus AP Gained Cartel Market Specials: Week of June 19, 2017 942 days, 15 hours, 54 minutes ago Celebrate the ‘Summer of SWTOR’ with Starfighter-themed gear like the Stardrive Spark speeder, rare in-game Pets, and more! Time-Locked Expansion Server (TLE) – Fallen Gate FAQ 942 days, 17 hours, 54 minutes and 6 seconds ago From the EQ2 Forums: What is a Time Locked Expansion server? A TLE server has a special ruleset which restricts content and allows players to revisit exciting adventures from previous eras of EverQuest II. Every 12 weeks, content from the next expansion will unlock allowing progression through much of the original game content over time. […] The Necromancer Rises June 27! 942 days, 23 hours, 10 minutes and 16 seconds ago As the Burning Hells invade Sanctuary and all hope seems lost, a dark summoner will call forth an army of the dead to restore balance to the world. Blizzard Entertainment today announced that the Rise of the Necromancer pack for Diablo III will be unleashed June 27—available digitally on PC, PlayStation 4, and Xbox One. Read more Celebrate the Stormblood Launch with Fly the Falcon Mount Campaign 943 days, 4 hours, 5 minutes and 16 seconds ago We are pleased to announce the limited-time Fly the Falcon Mount Campaign! Those who have registered a copy of FINAL FANTASY XIV: Stormblood and subscribe a cumulative total of at least 90 days of play time (excluding free play periods) during the campaign period will be rewarded with the brand-new Falcon mount! Update Notes: Tuesday June 20, 2017 943 days, 9 hours, 58 minutes and 2 seconds ago From the EQ2 Forums: GENERAL Platinum amounts over 1 million should be displayed better. PROVING GROUNDS Fixed an issue with proving grounds where loyalty points could be reset. The Underdepths [Proving Ground] Corrected an issue with damage variance on several Skyshrine Guardian and Skyshrine Infiltrator abilities that allowed them to hit for higher then intended […] Moonlight Enchantments Return (20th-21st) 943 days, 10 hours, 8 minutes and 54 seconds ago The Elder Scrolls Online @ E3 Highlights! 943 days, 22 hours, 12 minutes and 16 seconds ago We were thrilled to once again take The Elder Scrolls Online to E3. Check out some of our highlights from the week-long event below! An Unknowable Degree of Extra Loot 946 days, 20 hours, 3 minutes and 55 seconds ago From an announcement entitled “Double Loot Week!” on the EQ2 Forums: If you haven’t doubled on your Ascension scrolls and experience, today is your final opportunity! More importantly however, tomorrow the bonuses continue with double loot in all Kunark Ascending dungeon and raid instances! Starting at 12 AM PT (07:00 UTC) June 16th, until June […] LOTRO Store and European payments – Temporary Notice 947 days, 14 hours, 12 minutes and 9 seconds ago We are currently working through several updates to processing European payments (EUR/GBP) through the LOTRO Store, and have temporarily made a change to allow European players to make purchases using USD while we resolve these issues. Temporarily, non-U.S. players will see U.S. Dollar prices for their purchases. Expect VAT and currency conversions in the check-out process. This is only a temporary change, and we apologize for any inconvenience. Scavenger Hunt Year 10 Workaround 947 days, 14 hours, 22 minutes and 10 seconds ago If you are not able to enter the tavern for "Year 10 Travels: Tavern Crawl: Gondor", walk into the tavern to the left of the door. Heal Friends & Damage Foes! 947 days, 14 hours, 27 minutes and 39 seconds ago Get 25% off Rune Keeper and Warden, Character Slots, and Slayer Deed Boosts! Now - June 22nd LOTRO Bonus Days bring you a +25% Skirmish Boost, now through June 18th! Daybreak Games June 15th Afternoon General Maintenance 948 days, 7 hours, 19 minutes and 55 seconds ago Daybreak has scheduled a company-wide maintenance which will impact primetime gameplay in most of the US and Europe. From the EQ2 Forums: Daybreak Games will perform a general maintenance across all games Thursday, June 15th, beginning at 1 PM PDT (20:00 UTC) which will impact logins, account management, and purchasing. This maintenance is anticipated to […] Battlemaster’s Corner – The Zookeeper 948 days, 23 hours, 53 minutes and 16 seconds ago Our newest Battlemaster's Corner features The Elder Scrolls Online's newest class – the Warden! Read on to find out about the Zookeeper, a new build created by Voxicity! Kick off your ‘Summer of SWTOR’! 949 days, 16 hours, 25 minutes and 5 seconds ago The Nar Shaddaa Nightlife Event is back with the best rewards yet, plus new Companion Customizations and more! Fallen Gate – A Time-Locked Expansion Server – Tues, June 27, 2017 949 days, 16 hours, 35 minutes and 8 seconds ago From EverQuest2.com: Are you ready to relive your epic journey in EverQuest II? Heed the call of adventure and return to the Isle of Refuge once again on the new Time-Locked Expansion Server! The Fallen Gate server is scheduled to launch on Tuesday, June 27, 2017. What’s New About Fallen Gate? This will be a time-locked […] Cartel Market Specials: Week of June 12, 2017 949 days, 17 hours, 22 minutes and 23 seconds ago Kick off your ‘Nar Shaddaa Summer’ with Stronghold sales, the new Iokath Wyvern Mount, Pack blowouts, and MUCH more! Update Notes: Tuesday June 13, 2017 949 days, 21 hours, 42 minutes and 8 seconds ago From the EQ2 Forums: PUBLIC QUESTS Item rewards from Shade of the First Brood, Battlement Bound, Ill Omen, and Long Live the Emperor are now only acquired by looting a chest that spawns near the public quest. You will have 5 minutes to loot your rewards from these chests after the public quest ends. POPULATION […] Destiny 2 Launching on PC October 24—Prepurchases Now Live! 950 days, 13 hours, 10 minutes and 16 seconds ago Welcome guardians! We recently told you that Bungie’s highly anticipated new action shooter Destiny 2 is coming to PC exclusively through Battle.net. Today we’re excited to announce that the PC version of Destiny 2 is launching on October 24—and prepurchases are now live via the game’s website and also in the Blizzard Shop! Destiny 2 will be fully localized in English, French, German, Spanish, Russian, Polish, Italian, Portuguese, and Japanese, along with a text-translated version in Traditional Chinese. We’re also pleased to share that Bungie is planning to kick off a beta test for the PC version of Destiny 2 in late August. Further details on that, as well as any additional plans regarding localizations and regional availability, will come from Bungie and Activision at a later date. To learn more about the game and get the latest updates as development progresses, head over to www.destinythegame.com. Announcing the Horns of the Reach and Clockwork City DLCs! 951 days, 1 hour, 34 minutes and 16 seconds ago During the Bethesda E3 2017 Showcase, the Horns of the Reach DLC and the Clockwork City DLC were both teased, giving everyone just a quick glimpse into the future of ESO. Horns of the Reach will be coming in August, and Clockwork City will follow later this year. Harehood Feline Hood Five-Star School Uniform Nice to Meat You We will also be rotating out a few old costumes so visit the in-game shop or web store here to see all the limited time items. Sale ends June 23, 2017. Time Locked Expansion Server”Fallen Gate” Now Open for Beta Testing 954 days, 6 hours, 53 minutes and 55 seconds ago From the EQ2 Forums: The Fallen Gate Time Locked Expansion Beta server is now available for testing! The sevrer will only be available until next week so hop in and help us Test out experience, balance, and other functionality you’ll be using on Fallen Gate when it launches. As a thank you for your testing, […] Double Ascension XP and Double Ascension Scrolls Weekend — June 9th – 15th 954 days, 8 hours, 57 minutes and 40 seconds ago From the EQ2 Forums: Ascend to new levels with Double Ascension Scrolls and Ascension Experience! During this event, you’ll receive twice as many scrolls from the Ascension masters and receive twice as much Ascension experience. This weekend will be the perfect time to work on that alt or catch up with your friends! Double Ascension […] Update Notes: Thursday June 8, 2017 954 days, 13 hours, 34 minutes and 58 seconds ago From the EQ2 Forums: PROVING GROUNDS Defiler Crystallized Soul, Necromancer Dark Heart, Conjurer Shard of Essence and all priest summoned resurrection baubles should now function in Proving Grounds. POPULATION / ZONE PROGRESSION All Raids Minor adjustments to incoming damage to players in raid boss encounters Chamber of Rejuvenation [Raid] Corrected a situation where the ritual […] Fight As A Servant of Sauron! 954 days, 13 hours, 46 minutes and 28 seconds ago 25% off Monster Classes, Monster Traits, and more! The LOTRO Beacon: Issue #14 954 days, 14 hours and 1 second ago LOTRO Bonus Days bring you a 25% Crafting Boost, now through June 11th! ESO: Morrowind – Community Content Highlights 955 days, 1 hour, 46 minutes and 16 seconds ago The Elder Scrolls Online: Morrowind is live, and our community content creators have been hard at work producing a host of fun and informative content for players new and old. Check out some of the content the ESO community has created below. ESO: Morrowind - Naryu Series 955 days, 2 hours, 40 minutes and 16 seconds ago Join the Morag Tong assassin Naryu Virian on a guided tour of the people and places of The Elder Scrolls Online: Morrowind. Starting with Vivec City, we'll post a new video featuring another aspect of the Dark Elf homeland every week. Keep an eye out for future updates, and get ready to experience ESO: Morrowind for yourself on June 6! ESO Live: June 9 @ 3:00pm EDT 955 days, 21 hours, 42 minutes and 16 seconds ago We're back on Twitch this Friday for a brand new episode of ESO Live! Want to know what's in store? Read on for the full schedule. Listen to the first tune on the ESO: Morrowind Soundtrack! 956 days, 1 hour, 8 minutes and 16 seconds ago We are happy to announce that The Elder Scrolls Online: Morrowind Soundtrack will be available in digital stores soon. Want to enjoy a sneak peek? You can listen to the first track on Spotify right now! Cartel Market Specials: Week of June 6, 2017 956 days, 14 hours, 15 minutes and 14 seconds ago Don the fearsome armor of a Sith Inquisitor, plus gear up for the ‘Summer of SWTOR’ with two returning Nightlife Packs! Welcome to the ESO: Morrowind Launch! 957 days, 2 hours, 19 minutes and 16 seconds ago The Elder Scrolls Online: Morrowind is now live on PlayStation®4, Xbox One, and PC/Mac! Read a note from Game Director Matt Firor and check out the ESO: Morrowind Launch Trailer below! Update Notes: Tuesday June 6, 2017 957 days, 10 hours, 16 minutes and 41 seconds ago From the EQ2 Forums: PROVING GROUNDS Battle upon the High Seas Cap’n Ketch can no longer be pulled via AoEs unless he’s targeted. POPULATION / ZONE PROGRESSION General Many boss charm spells have been changed to stuns. Chamber of Rejuvenation [Raid] Bursting Spores can no longer be resisted. Scheduled Server Downtime: 8:30 AM - 11:30 AM Eastern (-5 GMT) Tuesday, June 6th 957 days, 14 hours, 18 minutes and 27 seconds ago The LOTRO Game Servers will be brought down on Tuesday, June 6th from 8:30 AM - 11:30 AM Eastern (-5 GMT) for an update to the game. This patch will correct an issue where some high-level enemies were more difficult than intended. Thanks for your patience, and we'll see you back in the game soon! Patch notes will be available during the downtime. 10 New Player Tips for ESO: Morrowind 958 days, 2 hours, 1 minute and 16 seconds ago Will you be experiencing The Elder Scrolls Online for the first time when ESO: Morrowind launches on June 6? Here are 10 helpful tips for new players from the ESO development team. Forge Your Own Ring! 960 days, 20 hours and 43 seconds ago Get 30% off Crafting Guild access, Ingredient packs, Crafting Accelerators and more! Now - Through June 8th Watch the ESO: Morrowind War Bears clip! 960 days, 23 hours, 13 minutes and 16 seconds ago Ferocious. Deadly. Unrelenting. Adorable? Check out this too-cute clip of The Elder Scrolls Online: Morrowind's War Bear. Windows XP and Vista Launcher Issues Solution 961 days, 13 hours, 25 minutes and 37 seconds ago Windows XP and Vista players - please click here for important information. Der HdRO-Leuchtfeuer-Newsletter #13 961 days, 13 hours, 59 minutes and 50 seconds ago Klickt hier! 10th Anniversary Commemorative Soundtrack Now Available 961 days, 16 hours, 37 minutes and 28 seconds ago Celebrate EA Play to Give in the Galactic Defender Event 961 days, 18 hours, 39 minutes and 22 seconds ago From June 2 – 4, jump into Star Wars: The Old Republic for special rewards and help us promote inclusive play! Crown Store Showcase: June 2017 962 days, 2 hours, 46 minutes and 16 seconds ago Unique homes, an exceptional mount, impressive furniture, and much more are coming to the Crown Store in June. Check out the latest offerings and keep your eyes open for future previews! Star Wars™: The Old Republic™ - Road Map 2017 962 days, 16 hours, 24 minutes and 2 seconds ago See what's next for SWTOR with Producer Keith Kanneg! New Halas City Festival Returns (June 1-7) 962 days, 20 hours, 55 minutes and 36 seconds ago It’s time to cool off – the New Halas City Festival returns from June 1-7! Spend City Tokens on local specialties, generic festival goods, appearance clothing, or food & drink. Make sure all your characters have finished the New Halas Postage Collection, speak to Kella Swampfoot to assist with festival quests, and achieve 104 seconds […] Meet the Character – Naryu Virian 962 days, 23 hours, 3 minutes and 16 seconds ago For our final ESO: Morrowind Meet the Character, we're taking a closer look at the Morag Tong assassin herself, Naryu Virian! Read on below to learn about more about Naryu's work with the Morag Tong and what she might be doing now that she's back in Vvardenfell. Update Notes: Wednesday May 31, 2017 963 days, 9 hours, 9 minutes and 22 seconds ago Presumably… From the EQ2 Forums: GENERAL You can now hide your ‘Not For Sale’ items when at a merchant. You can now filter the broker by Ascension Classes. PROVING GROUNDS Most cleric reactive heals have been increased in the Proving Grounds by 30-40%. FAMILIARS Fixed an issue where Familiars were not properly persisting through death. […] Scheduled Server Downtime: 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM Eastern (-5 GMT) Wednesday, May 31st 963 days, 14 hours, 18 minutes and 13 seconds ago The LOTRO Game Servers will be brought down on Wednesday, May 31st from 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM Eastern (-5 GMT) for an update to the game. Click here for the Release Notes. Thanks for your patience, and we'll see you back in the game soon! Cartel Market Specials: Week of May 29, 2017 963 days, 17 hours, 23 minutes and 48 seconds ago The ultimate Jedi starter kit, plus a ‘best-of’ galactic explorer pack! New looks. New costumes. Frozen Aristocracy Frozen Ornament Lightning God's Raiment Lightning God's Sagat We will also be rotating out a few old costumes so visit the in-game shop or web store here to see all the limited time items. Sale ends June 9, 2017. The Battlemaster’s Corner Returns! 968 days, 5 hours, 23 minutes and 16 seconds ago The Battlemaster's Corner is back! With this long-standing series, we profile some of the most interesting and unique character builds as submitted by the ESO community. If you'd like to submit your character for consideration, read on for more details below. Bonus XP/Tithe and Double Status Weekend May 26-29th 968 days, 14 hours, 53 minutes and 41 seconds ago From EverQuest2.com: From 12:01AM PDT (Midnight)/7:00 UTC on Friday,May 26th, 2017 through 11:59PM PST (Midnight)/7:00 UTC on Monday, May 29th, 2017, all servers will have bonus experience! This will be applied to Adventure, Tradeskill, and AA. If that’s not enough, you will also receive double Tithe and Status as well, so you can level up your Guild or bank some […] Chance Thomas Q&A 968 days, 17 hours, 54 minutes and 38 seconds ago Watch our Q&A with Composer Chance Thomas here! ESO: Morrowind – Influential Factions of Vvardenfell 969 days, 1 hour, 16 minutes and 16 seconds ago Vvardenfell is a dangerous place for an Outlander such as yourself, and if you aren't careful when dealing with the powerful Houses and organizations that control the island, you won't last long. For an inside look at the groups you'll be dealing with when ESO: Morrowind launches on June 6, read about the island's ancient institutions below. ESO: Morrowind – Discovery Pack Pre-order Bonus Guide 969 days, 5 hours, 22 minutes and 16 seconds ago From now until its release on June 6, you can pre-order The Elder Scrolls Online: Morrowind to receive a host of unique in-game goodies with the Discovery Pack. Don't miss out! Want to know more about these special items and how you can use them in game? Check out our guide below. ESO Live: May 26 @ 3:00pm EDT 969 days, 17 hours and 16 seconds ago Tune into Twitch tomorrow for a new episode of ESO Live! Read on for this week's show schedule. Meet the Character – Sun-in-Shadow 969 days, 22 hours, 33 minutes and 16 seconds ago Not all of the interesting characters you'll encounter ESO: Morrowind are Dark Elves. Learn more about one such figure in our latest Meet the Character, highlighting the talented Argonian slave known as Sun-in-Shadow. Cartel Market Specials: Week of May 22, 2017 970 days, 17 hours, 12 minutes and 3 seconds ago Get your hands on the new Recon Trooper Armor Set, plus black and white color dyes to customize your favorite gear! Rotating Weekend Boosts 970 days, 17 hours, 55 minutes and 25 seconds ago For the next four weekends, enjoy a different in game boost to help you along your daevic journey. See our schedule below for the rotating boosts! Friday, May 26 to Sunday, May 28 – +100 Bonus XP Friday, June 2 to Sunday, June 4 – +100% Bonus Crafting & Gathering Friday, June 9 to Sunday, June 11 – +100% Bonus Drop Rate Friday, June 16 to Sunday, June 18 – +100% Bonus AP Gained Launch Details for The Elder Scrolls Online: Morrowind 970 days, 22 hours, 10 minutes and 16 seconds ago The upcoming launch for The Elder Scrolls Online: Morrowind is a global event, and we'll be going live on all servers simultaneously worldwide to allow players everywhere to jump on the boat to Vvardenfell and begin their adventurers together. Read on for all the launch details! Update Notes: Tuesday May 23, 2017 971 days, 9 hours, 33 minutes and 2 seconds ago We’re going to assume: From the EQ2 Forums: PROVING GROUNDS General The “All Hands on Deck” and “Nature’s Fury” incrementing buffs cast by many of the non-boss NPCs in Battle upon the High Seas and Battle for Felwithe now apply 5.0% strikethrough per increment. Battle upon the High Seas Corrected an issue that granted extra […] ESO: Morrowind - Vvardenfell Basics Guide 972 days, 5 hours, 15 minutes and 16 seconds ago The Elder Scrolls Online: Morrowind allows you to explore the iconic island home of the Dark Elves and provides you with a host of new adventures and ways to play. Unsure how to get your new and existing ESO characters to Vvardenfell? Check out this guide to find out how to get to the island and how to enjoy some of its new challenges. Moonlight Enchantments Return (20th-21st) 974 days, 14 hours, 39 minutes and 29 seconds ago Click here for the latest sales, bonuses, events, and more! Destiny 2 Coming to Battle.net! 975 days, 19 hours, 7 minutes and 16 seconds ago We want to let everyone know that a new game will be appearing alongside your favorite Blizzard games—one that’s a little different from what you might normally expect. Bungie’s upcoming first-person action game Destiny 2 will be joining the party! We’re excited to announce that we're partnering with Bungie and Activision to support the PC version of Destiny 2 exclusively via Battle.net. We’re big fans of Destiny here at Blizzard, and we’re honored to be able to help the talented folks at Bungie and Activision bring their much-anticipated sequel to a new platform. Being on Battle.net will allow Destiny 2 to plug in to our existing global network, freeing up the developers at Bungie to focus their energy and resources on making the best and most fun game they possibly can. This also means Destiny 2 players will have access to our online social functionality, including chat with friends, the ability to see which of their friends are online in Destiny 2 or in Blizzard games, and the ability to stream gameplay directly to Facebook. See the FAQ below for further platform details, and stay tuned for updates as we get closer to welcoming Destiny 2 and its players to Battle.net. To learn more about Destiny 2, head over to www.destinythegame.com. Why are you adding a non-Blizzard game to Blizzard's platform? We loved Destiny and think Destiny 2 is going to be a great game. Blizzard has an established and successful global internet infrastructure we’ve used for years to support our own games. Creating a new network client for Destiny 2, which is bringing the franchise to PC for the first time, would needlessly extend the development period for the game. We want to get our hands on Destiny 2 as soon as possible like everybody else, so we offered to share our PC platform with our sister companies for this release. Does this mean other games are going to come to the Blizzard platform too? Our focus in terms of supporting non-Blizzard games is solely around Destiny 2. Aside from potentially evaluating needs or opportunities for future Activision games, we don’t have any short- or long-term plans to support third-party games with Battle.net. It’s important to us to maintain our quality standards for any experience or service we’re putting in front of our players, which represents a big investment of time and effort on our part, so this is not something we’re jumping into lightly. Does this mean I'll be able to use my Blizzard Balance to purchase Destiny 2? Will Destiny 2 offer the same cross-game social features that Blizzard titles currently have? Destiny 2 will be integrated into many of Blizzard’s existing social features—you’ll be able to chat with friends playing Destiny 2 the same way you already can for Blizzard games. Players will also be able to add friends and form parties the same way Blizzard gamers can. And, you’ll see a Destiny 2 status icon by your friends who are playing Destiny 2 the same way you do for friends playing StarCraft II, Diablo III, WoW, Heroes of the Storm, Hearthstone, and Overwatch. Where and when will Destiny 2 on PC be available? We’re excited to work with Bungie to bring the PC version of Destiny 2 to every region Blizzard currently operates in. Bungie is actively working through the global details. We look forward to sharing additional information later this year. Who will be operating Destiny 2’s servers? Bungie will maintain Destiny 2’s servers; Blizzard’s servers will be used for features related to the Blizzard platform, such as login and social functionality. And what about customer service? Destiny 2’s gameplay customer service will be handled by Bungie; Blizzard will handle customer service for platform and shop issues specific to our service. Unless otherwise explicitly stated, all information, including forward-looking information, is current as of May 18, 2017 only. Blizzard and Activision Blizzard undertake no duty to update or revise any forward-looking information contained herein. For more detailed information, please refer to Activision Blizzard’s reports and filings with the SEC. The ESO: Morrowind Adventure Guide 975 days, 19 hours, 23 minutes and 16 seconds ago The mysterious island of Vvardenfell reaches out to you, adventurer. For the first time in The Elder Scrolls Online, you can explore the beautiful-but-dangerous home of the Dark Elves. Prepare yourself for your perilous journey with our Morrowind Adventure Guide. Update Notes: Thursday May 18, 2017 976 days, 12 hours, 10 minutes and 41 seconds ago From the EQ2 Forums: PROVING GROUNDS Battle upon the High Seas Poxy can now be damaged. POPULATION / ZONE PROGRESSION Chamber of Rejuvenation [Raid] The Reet Ritualist should now despawn when encounter resets. The entrance door should no longer require 18+ players to enter. The exit door should now allow use. Basilisk Bite should no […] ESO: Morrowind Pre-Launch Livestream Event – May 19 to May 22 976 days, 17 hours, 23 minutes and 16 seconds ago Announcing the Elder Scrolls Online: Morrowind pre-launch livestream event! Learn about our three-day pre-launch livestream event, starting on Friday, May 19. Meet the Character – Seryn 976 days, 21 hours and 16 seconds ago Discover another one of the personalities you'll encounter in ESO: Morrowind with our next Meet the Character, featuring the mysterious Ashlander known as Seryn. Steadfast Champion Pack Hits the Cartel Market 977 days, 14 hours, 38 minutes and 18 seconds ago Equip fearsome new Mandalorian armor, pilot a legendary Bounty Hunter ship, and more! Update Notes: Tuesday May 16, 2017 Proving Snark 978 days, 13 hours, 2 minutes and 42 seconds ago Any change to Proving Grounds (PvE Battlegrounds?) likely requires patching both US and EU servers, so we’re going to go out on a sturdy limb and guess… Also it looks like EQ2 Developer Snark has now leaked into the update notes. From the EQ2 Forums: GENERAL Fixed an issue where guild events may not display […] ESO: Morrowind – Building Upon the Past 978 days, 21 hours, 20 minutes and 16 seconds ago When creating the island of Vvardenfell for The Elder Scrolls Online: Morrowind, the development team drew much from Bethesda Game Studio's classic open-world RPG to create a brand new experience. On this 15-year anniversary of The Elder Scrolls III: Morrowind, read about how the team built a world that will appeal to both new and old Elder Scrolls players. Proving Grounds Fixes Incoming 979 days, 18 hours, 15 minutes and 3 seconds ago From the EQ2 Forums: Double Currency: Fri May 12th — Thu May 18th 979 days, 18 hours, 18 minutes and 13 seconds ago From EverQuest2.com: Earning in game currency can help you pick up great gear and help make Norrath a safer place! This next week you will earn twice as much for each activity completed. This event will begin Friday, May 12th, 2017 at 12:01 AM PDT (07:00 UTC) and end Thursday May 18, 2017 at 11:59 […] Limited Time Costume Rotation 981 days, 17 hours, 27 minutes and 4 seconds ago New costume skins are here and only available for two weeks. Shiver Me Timbers Comfy Coveralls Sunglasses Fedora We will also be rotating out a few old costumes so visit the in-game shop or web store here to see all the limited time items. Sale ends May 26, 2017. Boost Your Stats & Battle On! 982 days, 13 hours, 43 minutes and 9 seconds ago 20% off Stat Tomes, Regeneration Food, Run Speed Boosts, and Attack Damage Boosts Now - May 18th! ESO Live: May 12 @ 3:00pm EDT 982 days, 16 hours, 45 minutes and 16 seconds ago ESO Live is back this Friday for more discussions about Morrowind and some upcoming gameplay changes. Read on for details! Click here for the latest store sales, news, bonuses, events, and more! Watch the Assassins and the Great Houses Trailer 982 days, 21 hours, 40 minutes and 16 seconds ago Ready to step into the high-stakes world of Dark Elf politics? Watch our new Assassins and the Great Houses Trailer to learn everything you need to know in order to survive the clan-feud intrigues of Vvardenfell. From the EQ2 Forums: PROVING GROUNDS Rewards are now granted upon leaving a match if any were earned by completing objectives. When the 2nd objective is completed (on either team), neither teams’ numbers can be reinforced by anyone outside the match. After the first team completes the final objective, the opposing team’s group count will […] ESO: Morrowind Early Access Details 983 days, 21 hours, 25 minutes and 16 seconds ago It's almost time to return to Morrowind in The Elder Scrolls Online, and today we have some exciting news for existing PC and Mac ESO players. Free Level 100 Character Boost –– Ends May 22 983 days, 23 hours and 23 seconds ago From EverQuest2.com: We’re excited about GU103: The Menagerie, and we want to make sure that everyone that has ever played EverQuest II can join us for this game update! You can redeem a FREE level 100 character boost when you log in before Monday, May 22, 2017 @ 11:59PM PDT.* This is a great time for someone to […] May the 4th Hits the Cartel Market: Final Week 984 days, 15 hours, 25 minutes and 5 seconds ago Blowout sales on the Ashfall Tauntaun and Playable Togruta Species – plus the legendary armor of Satele Shan! Blizzard Forms New Division 984 days, 16 hours, 40 minutes and 16 seconds ago Blizzard Entertainment, Inc. has formed a dedicated division within the company that will handle management, operation, sales, and distribution for Overwatch® esports programs, including the Overwatch League™ and Overwatch World Cup. In addition to bringing together some of the most talented people from across the entire organization, this effort includes the full integration of Major League Gaming, acquired in 2015, into Blizzard and also leverages some of the best and brightest from traditional sports, esports, and entertainment. The new division, which will retain the MLG name, will build on Blizzard's nearly 20-year history as a leader in esports and leverage MLG's extensive experience with live events and content distribution. It will also operate the MLG-branded media network, which will broadcast both Blizzard and Activision esports content as well as other premium gaming programming. In addition, the associated teams and technologies will serve as the operational foundation, partnership hub, and media-production network for the Overwatch League as well as Activision’s Call of Duty® World League. This includes league management; team, media, advertising, and sponsorship sales; content development; and event production. Blizzard’s separate esports team will continue to directly manage and operate the global esports programs for Heroes of the Storm®, Hearthstone®, StarCraft®, and World of Warcraft®, but will begin leveraging the new division’s capabilities for media production, sales, and distribution. With these initiatives underway, Blizzard currently has multiple open esports positions, with more on the way. Apply now at jobs.blizzard.com, and stay tuned there for more esports openings in the weeks ahead. GU103 Livestream Round-Up! 984 days, 17 hours, 7 minutes and 57 seconds ago Coinciding with today’s launch of Game Update 103, Kyle “Kander” Vallee, Tony “RadarX” Jones, and Chris “Chrol” Garlick held a livestream on Facebook to walk through some of what players can experience in the update going live today. This is not an exact transcription of the livestream but a rough outline. The Livestream, which requires […] Meet the Character – Archcanon Tarvus 984 days, 19 hours, 38 minutes and 16 seconds ago Learn about one of the interesting characters you'll meet in ESO: Morrowind with our latest Meet the Character, featuring the uncompromising cleric Archcanon Tarvus. Game Update 103 Notes: Tuesday May 9, 2017 985 days, 10 hours, 38 minutes and 22 seconds ago All EverQuest II Servers will be brought offline on Tuesday, May 9th, 2017 at 7:00 AM PT (14:00 UTC) for an update. Estimated downtime is less than 3 hours. From the EQ2 Forums: NEW KUNARK ASCENDING HERITAGE QUEST Interested adventurers should search within Obulus Frontier for clues on how to begin this new quest. Good […] Commentary: Mogrim’s GU103 DPS Ranking Predictions 985 days, 10 hours, 47 minutes and 58 seconds ago First of all, I’d like to thank EQ2Wire for giving me the opportunity to rant about…I mean discuss the current situation regarding DPS in EQ2. What I’m going to do here is give 3 rankings and 1 “score” for all DPS classes. Firstly, I will rank where they were. Next I will rank where I expect them […] Game Update 103: The Menagerie is Now Live 985 days, 19 hours, 9 minutes and 53 seconds ago From EverQuest2.com: Are you ready to test your mettle in this round of the Proving Grounds? Will you begin the work to form lifelong bonds with mysterious menagerie creatures? Jump in to GU103: The Menagerie – available now! Cooperative Competition Zones For a limited time, get in and compete against other players to fight to the finish first! […] ESO: Morrowind – Introducing the Halls of Fabrication 985 days, 19 hours, 10 minutes and 16 seconds ago Get your best people together. On June 6, The Elder Scrolls Online: Morrowind arrives with a brand new Trial, the Halls of Fabrication. Interested in learning more about this challenging 12-player group activity? Enjoy this preview of ESO: Morrowind's exciting new PvE content! Get 20% off Vault Storage, Shared Storage, Inventory Slots, and Currency Cap Now - May 11th Announcing the Winners of the ESO Home Decoration Contest 989 days, 22 hours, 10 minutes and 16 seconds ago We recently challenged you to decorate your home in Tamriel based on four themed categories, and you didn't disappoint! After much deliberation, we're ready to announce the winners of the ESO Home Decoration Contest. GU103 Livestream: Tuesday, May 9th, 10AM PDT 990 days, 16 hours, 49 minutes and 19 seconds ago From the EQ2 Forums: The GU 103: The Menagerie stream will start on Tuesday, May 9th, 2017 at 10AM PDT (17:00 UTC)and we would like to invite YOU to join us! We’ll be doing this stream from Facebook Live, and you can tune in here:www.facebook.com/EverQuest2 Join members of the team as they explore this new content and talk […] Crown Store Showcase: May 2017 990 days, 20 hours, 4 minutes and 16 seconds ago Are you ready to embark on your adventures in Morrowind? Check out the latest Crown Store offerings in our May Showcase and outfit yourself in style! And don't forget, we'll be offering new Crown Store items every month, so keep your eyes open for future previews! ESO: Morrowind – Warden Developer Q&A 990 days, 21 hours, 34 minutes and 16 seconds ago Drawing power from Tamriel's wilds, The Elder Scrolls Online's first new class, the Warden, is coming on June 6. Curious as to how this versatile, ally-focused class was developed for ESO: Morrowind? Check out this Q&A with some of the people behind the Warden. Game Update 103: The Managerie Now On Test 991 days, 7 hours, 58 minutes and 19 seconds ago A large portion of Game Update 103: The Managerie is now available for Testing on the Test server. Please note that it is not possible to COPY characters to the Test server. This will present an obvious roadblock to most for testing level 100 content unless you happen to have one of the 189 level 100 characters […] PC/Mac System Requirements for ESO: Morrowind 991 days, 19 hours, 40 minutes and 16 seconds ago With The Elder Scrolls Online: Morrowind launching in just a few weeks, we want to make sure you'll be ready to dive straight into the action. Below you'll find the minimum and recommended system requirements to play on PC and Mac. Please note that we aren't changing any of the requirements at this time from what's currently needed, but merely clarifying exactly what's necessary to play. Celebrate May the 4th with a Special New Trailer 991 days, 21 hours, 9 minutes and 59 seconds ago Plus, get your own loyal M4-Y6 Astromech Droid and jumpstart your Star Wars™ adventure with Double XP! Rule the Galaxy with Twitch and #SWTORPrime 991 days, 23 hours, 9 minutes and 22 seconds ago Get the ‘Eternal Throne Ultimate Pack’ and the AC-PT Walker Mount with Twitch Prime – Ends May 15! May the 4th Hits the Cartel Market 992 days, 1 hour, 9 minutes and 42 seconds ago Special holiday sales on the Eradicator’s Warsuit, playable Cathar Species, and more – plus the return of the Defiant Vented Lightsaber! Retour en Morrowind ! 994 days, 20 hours, 59 minutes and 14 seconds ago J'ai vraiment hâte de voir le résultat ! 0 comment(s) 0 0 Arukam Ixia slylord GU103 Date Change and Bonus XP 995 days, 7 hours, 14 minutes and 32 seconds ago Hail Norrathians, We’re grateful for your patience as we worked through some technical issues with our servers. While our fixes seem stable so far, we want to take more time to test and verify our changes before launching GU103: The Menagerie. Since we want to ensure that the launch of our next game update is as […] EverQuest II Ask Me Anything Chat Logs for April 28th, 2017 995 days, 9 hours, 18 minutes and 17 seconds ago Here are the chat logs for the EverQuest II Developer “Ask Me Anything” in-game chat events. Click a server below to go to that server’s page. April 26: April 28: May 1: (chats have not yet occurred) Game Update 103 moves to May 9th and Triple/Bonus XP Weekend 995 days, 9 hours, 36 minutes and 34 seconds ago From EverQuest2.com: We’re grateful for your patience as we worked through some technical issues with our servers. While our fixes seem stable so far, we want to take more time to test and verify our changes before launching GU103: The Menagerie. Since we want to ensure that the launch of our next game update is as […] The LOTRO Beacon: Issue #9 995 days, 11 hours, 10 minutes and 33 seconds ago Community Update Regarding Yesterday’s Server Issues 995 days, 15 hours, 20 minutes and 44 seconds ago From EQ2 Producer Lauren “Mooncast” McLemore on the EQ2 Forums: Yesterday we experienced unforeseen technical issues related to an upgrade to one of our internal services. Those complex changes caused issues with logins and required that we take down our servers. We pushed a fix last night and are monitoring the servers closely to verify […] New Costumes & Weekend Flash Sale 995 days, 17 hours, 42 minutes and 15 seconds ago Costume Rotation (4/28 to 5/12) Looking for something a little more athletic or outdoorsy? Check out the latest limited time costume skin addition-- Street Style, Red Riding Hood, and Big Bad Wolf! Red Riding Hood (female only) Big Bad Wolf (male only) Starfall Clubwear/Street Cap We will also be rotating out a few older costumes. If there is anything you've been wanting to snag, do so now here. Weekend Flash Sale (4/28 to 5/1) If costumes aren't your style, we have a flash sale for this weekend only on Essence Core and Omega Enchantment Stones. Flash Sale ends Monday morning so grab what you need! For all store items, visit our in-game shop or web store here. Rumor: Triple XP and Double Scrolls due to EQ2 Server Downtime 995 days, 20 hours, 11 minutes and 33 seconds ago I was sent this screenshot: Adventure Throughout Middle-earth! 996 days, 11 hours, 35 minutes and 7 seconds ago 20% off Quest Packs, XP Boosts and more! April 28th - May 4th Lootbox Celebration! 996 days, 11 hours, 35 minutes and 41 seconds ago Increased drop rates for Lootboxes - now through May 8th Pile Up some Points! 996 days, 11 hours, 36 minutes and 3 seconds ago Get Double Bonus Points in the LOTRO Store Now through April 30th Unscheduled Downtime April 27, 2017 — 16 Hours Downtime 996 days, 17 hours and 16 seconds ago It looks like this morning’s update note of “Updated underlying structure for handling Daily Objectives and Loyalty Tokens. There shouldn’t be any noticeable difference in functionality.” did in fact have a noticeable difference and EQ2 servers are now down for an extended window which could run quite long. From the EQ2 Forums: All servers are […] ESO Live: April 28 @ 3:00pm EDT 996 days, 19 hours, 36 minutes and 16 seconds ago After a short hiatus, we'll be back on Twitch tomorrow at 3pm for our latest episode of ESO Live. Now in the Store: Player-Designed Wings 997 days, 12 hours, 44 minutes and 52 seconds ago The winning designs of Leave Your Legacy: Wings of Atreia are now available on the store. Choose between three designs or grab all three to match any outfit and armor set you're currently modeling. Soaring Sakura Wings Boundless Sorrow's Wings Splendid Noble's Wings Visit the in game shop or the web store here to see all available items for sale. Update Notes: Thursday April 27, 2017 997 days, 13 hours, 25 minutes and 54 seconds ago From the EQ2 Forums: GENERAL Updated underlying structure for handling Daily Objectives and Loyalty Tokens. There shouldn’t be any noticeable difference in functionality. POPULATION / ZONE PROGRESSION Expert Raids Resolve values for expert raid zones have been reduced. Current combat mitigations remain unchanged. Vaedenmoor: Heart of Nightmares [Raid] Added messaging to the Harrowing Hobgoblin […] EverQuest II Ask Me Anything Chat Logs for April 26th, 2017 997 days, 15 hours, 39 minutes and 31 seconds ago Cartel Market Specials: Week of April 24, 2017 997 days, 19 hours, 43 minutes and 39 seconds ago Notorious new bandit armor, a ferocious new mini-Pet, and more! ESO: Morrowind Concept Artist Q&A and Wallpaper 997 days, 21 hours, 40 minutes and 16 seconds ago The Warden, The Elder Scrolls Online's first all-new class, is coming to Tamriel with the launch of ESO: Morrowind on June 6. Prepare yourself by downloading this action-packed new illustration and read our interview with the artist who painted it! “I’m Not Sure If I’ll Chosooth to Continue My Training at This Time.” 998 days, 16 hours, 40 minutes and 45 seconds ago The backbone of any MMO is defined by character progression. That character is you, and that character reflects your hard work. Like any MMO that has been around as long as EQ2 has, you need to be creative, and come up with more ways to improve and increase potential with your character. Whether that means […] Dev Chat Server Schedule This Week 998 days, 16 hours, 40 minutes and 54 seconds ago The EQ2 developers will be staging Dev Chats in-game in the Public chat channel on each EQ2 server over the next three days. There have been predictions of chaos and troublemakers interrupting the chat, so this could be very interesting or it could go smoothly and lead to enlightenment. Here’s the schedule from the EQ2 […] ESO: Morrowind - Naryu Series 998 days, 21 hours, 40 minutes and 16 seconds ago Bonus XP for All Access Through Thursday 1002 days, 11 hours, 33 minutes and 26 seconds ago From Everquest2.com: Need to catch up or get an alt to max level? From 12:01AM PST (Midnight)/7:00 UTC on Friday, April 21st, 2017 through 11:59PM PST (Midnight)/7:00 UTC on Thursday, April 27th, 2017, all servers will have bonus experience for All Access Members! This will be applied to Adventure, Tradeskill, and AA. It is our understanding that this does not […] Kander’s Candor – What’s Coming Up In 2017: Level 100 Boost, Co-opetition “Proving Grounds” Challenge, new Fallen Gate TLE server, AMAs on April 26-28th, Level 110 1003 days, 8 hours, 7 minutes and 10 seconds ago From the EQ2 Forums: Greetings Fellow Norrathians! Just stopping by to give everyone some information on what we have coming this year and some insight on the direction we are going. Cooperative Competition: Co-opetition! Come test your mettle in the Proving Grounds. This May we’ll be releasing two new cooperative competition zones that allow groups […] EQ2 Producers Letter (Holly & Lauren) – April 2017 1003 days, 8 hours, 14 minutes and 9 seconds ago From EverQuest2.com: Greetings, fair Norrathians! The team has been busier than a pack of Brownies in a bag of catnip! There’s plenty coming up this year, so let’s get right to it, shall we?! First, on Tuesday, May 2nd we are launching the first of our Level 100 Co-opetition Challenges in the Proving Grounds! What […] The LOTRO Beacon: Issue #8 1003 days, 15 hours, 19 minutes and 12 seconds ago Click here for the latest news, community events, bonuses, and more! ESO: Morrowind – Who are the Wardens truly? 1003 days, 22 hours, 10 minutes and 16 seconds ago Who are the Wardens and what is their connection to the Spinners? Read a short essay by the famous academic Lady Cinnabar for her thoughts on these mysterious new warriors. Moonlight Enchantments Return (20th-21st) 1004 days, 9 hours, 59 minutes and 53 seconds ago Update 20.1 Release Notes 1005 days, 14 hours, 16 minutes and 9 seconds ago The War for Iokath: Now Live! 1005 days, 20 hours, 30 minutes and 25 seconds ago Align your forces with the Republic or Empire, then battle for control of a deadly new superweapon before it unleashes galactic devastation! Watch the Warden Gameplay Trailer 1006 days, 3 hours, 52 minutes and 16 seconds ago In The Elder Scrolls Online: Morrowind, Tamriel has a powerful new protector. On June 6, you can take control of the brand-new Warden class and protect Nirn with a host of unique, nature-based abilities. Check out our Warden Gameplay Trailer below for a look at the kind of hero you can become. Update Notes: Tuesday April 18, 2017 1006 days, 8 hours, 30 minutes and 58 seconds ago From the EQ2 Forums: POPULATION / ZONE PROGRESSION Vaedenmoor: Realm of Despair [Raid] The number of adds in the Raenha, Sister of Remorse encounter should no longer grow for each successful threshold passed. The number of adds in the Raenha, Sister of Remorse encounter required to be killed if the script is failed should no […] TLE: Sentinel’s Fate to Unlock in Early May 1006 days, 8 hours, 32 minutes and 43 seconds ago Fr0m the EQ2 Forums: The votes are in and tallied! 65% of players voted to unlock Sentinel’s Fate which will become available in early May. The War for Iokath: A Deadly Superweapon Emerges 1009 days, 15 hours, 15 minutes and 44 seconds ago With galactic war on the horizon, align your forces with either Republic or Empire in a fight to control a deadly new superweapon! Double Ascension Scrolls Until Thurs, April 20 1009 days, 16 hours, 42 minutes and 14 seconds ago Players noticed this event had gone live this morning. Here’s the news from the EverQuest2.com: Hail Norrathians, Are you working to level up your Ascension classes? If so, you’re in luck because you’ll get TWO Ascension Scrolls every time you visit your Ascension trainer until Thursday, April 20, 2017 at 11:59PM PDT. Not sure what an Ascension […] Beast’r Egg Hunt — April 13th-19th (Find) or April 20th-30th (Buy) 1009 days, 16 hours, 45 minutes and 16 seconds ago From EverQuest2.com: Every year when the time is just right, Tunare whispers to the world that Spring is here. Magic overflows and the flora and fauna rejoice in this season of birth and renewal. Across Norrath, flowers bloom and animals frolic in exuberant celebration. Inspired by all the spring excitement Beast’r Eggs have started to […] Limited Time Costume Rotation 1009 days, 19 hours, 10 minutes and 16 seconds ago Available for a limit time, pick up the latest costume skin available in Black Cloud Marketplace. Starfall Clubwear Springbloom Uniform Polka-Dot Ribbon (female only) We will also be rotating out a few old costumes so visit the in-game shop or web store here to see all the limited time items. Sale ends April 28, 2017. Be Virtuous Like Samwise Gamgee! 1010 days, 11 hours, 21 minutes and 54 seconds ago 25% off Virtues & More! A Note from the Producer 1010 days, 14 hours, 40 minutes and 14 seconds ago Meet Keith Kanneg, new Game Producer for Star Wars™: The Old Republic™! LOTRO Bonus Days! 1010 days, 17 hours, 3 minutes and 36 seconds ago LOTRO Bonus Days bring you a VIP Event! Bonus XP for Crafting, Monster & Quest, and LI - now through April 16th. Warden Guide: Skill Lines and Abilities 1010 days, 19 hours, 45 minutes and 16 seconds ago The Warden, ESO's first new class since launch, is coming to Tamriel with the release of The Elder Scrolls Online: Morrowind on June 6. Interested in creating a new character with this nature-based class? Check out the complete list of Warden abilities, including morphs and passives, in this latest deep dive. Cartel Market Specials: Week of April 10, 2017 1011 days, 19 hours, 50 minutes and 20 seconds ago Armor befitting an elite galactic hunter, the prized Cathar Warstaff, and the ultimate crystal customization pack! Celebrating 10 Years of Lord of the Rings Online! 1012 days, 17 hours, 14 minutes and 41 seconds ago Click here to learn more about our plans! From the EQ2 Forums: POPULATION / ZONE PROGRESSION Arcanna’se Spire: Order and Chaos [Raid] Shanaira the Prestigious has had her messaging tweaked for clarity. Vaedenmoor: Realm of Despair [Raid] The Hemorrhage spell should now correctly apply its damage portion of the failure condition during the Setri Lureth encounter. Lost City of Torsis: The Spectral Market […] UT Arlington Goes Flawless to Win Heroes of the Dorm 1013 days, 13 hours, 57 minutes and 16 seconds ago After coming up just short last year, the team from the University of Texas at Arlington bounced back in 2017, going an unprecedented 29-0 in all games to win Heroes of the Dorm in convincing fashion. The University of Nevada, Las Vegas played host to an epic event that brought out the best in collegiate esports and rewarded the UT Arlington team with free tuition for the rest of their college careers. See the press release for more details. TLE Vote: Unlock Sentinel’s Fate? 1013 days, 14 hours, 32 minutes and 15 seconds ago EverQuest II: The Shadow Odyssey expansion unlocked on the Stormhold Time-Locked Expansion server on January 12th. Now it’s time for the first vote about whether EverQuest II’s sixth expansion “Sentinel’s Fate” should unlock! From the EQ2 Forums: It’s that time again for the Time Locked Expansion server! The vote is happening right now so if […] Join the ESO Free Play Week! 1014 days, 3 hours, 45 minutes and 16 seconds ago Thinking about exploring Tamriel in The Elder Scrolls Online? Starting tomorrow, you and your friends can play ESO free on PlayStation®4, Xbox One, and PC/Mac for a limited time! Check out everything you need to know about this special event below. ESO: Morrowind - Introducing the Warden 1014 days, 4 hours, 5 minutes and 16 seconds ago For the first time since The Elder Scrolls Online was released, a new character class enters Tamriel. The Warden, a powerful and versatile agent of nature, will be available as part of The Elder Scrolls Online: Morrowind on June 6. Eager to see what this new class brings to the world of Nirn? Check out this introduction to the Warden and keep an eye out for more information throughout April. The War for Iokath: The Faction Battle Reignites 1016 days, 17 hours, 20 minutes and 27 seconds ago Prepare to align with the Republic or Empire as you fight to secure a deadly superweapon in The War for Iokath coming April 11th! Heal Friends & Damage Foes! 1017 days, 14 hours, 1 minute ago 25% off Rune-keeper, Warden, and more! April 7th - 13th Azeroth’s Finest Explorers Embark on Journey to Un’Goro™ 1017 days, 19 hours, 57 minutes and 16 seconds ago Adventurers from across Azeroth today embarked on their boldest expedition yet—the latest Hearthstone® expansion, Journey to Un’Goro™, is now live! As you venture through this prehistoric crater, you’ll encounter ancient elementals, frightening flora, and ferocious dinosaurs that can adapt to any threat—all as you search for 135 new cards, including the new legendary Quest cards. Peruse the press release and make your way to www.ungoro.com for further details. ESO: Morrowind Closed Beta Details 1018 days, 21 hours, 24 minutes and 16 seconds ago We're just two months away from the launch of The Elder Scrolls Online: Morrowind, and we're hard at work polishing ESO's new chapter! Read on to learn the details about ESO: Morrowind on our Public Test Server. Cartel Market Specials: Week of April 3, 2017 1019 days, 11 hours, 59 minutes and 14 seconds ago A towering new combat Walker, the ultimate dark side Cartel Pack, iconic smuggler gear, and much more! Crown Store Showcase: April 2017 1020 days, 25 minutes and 16 seconds ago Want to experience Tamriel in traditional Breton style? This month, we have a selection of both practical and lavish Breton-themed outfits. However, that's not all! What better place to show off your new look than an island paradise? Check out the April Showcase below for a preview of the new Crown Store offerings. Each month, we'll receive new offers of Crown Store items, so keep your eyes open for future previews! Update Notes: Tuesday April 4, 2017 1020 days, 7 hours, 6 minutes ago From the EQ2 Forums: POPULATION / ZONE PROGRESSION Raids Adds in most tier 4 encounters have had their combat mitigation reduced. Vaedenmoor: Heart of Nightmares [Raid] Adds in the Warden of Nightmare encounters have had their respawn timers corrected to intended values. Corrected an issue that occasionally caused 4 adds per round instead of the […] Celebrate ESO’s Three-Year Anniversary! 1021 days, 5 hours, 54 minutes and 16 seconds ago Join us in celebrating The Elder Scrolls Online's three-year anniversary by participating in our delicious special event for a host of unique bonuses and rewards. Qeynos City Festival Returns (April 1-7) 1023 days, 12 hours, 8 minutes and 23 seconds ago It’s time to grab some white marble – the Qeynos City Festival returns to Antonica from April 1-7! Spend City Tokens on local specialties, generic festival goods, appearance clothing, or food & drink. Make sure all your characters have finished the Qeynos Postage Collection, speak to Kella Swampfoot to assist with festival quests, and achieve […] LOTRO Store Temporary Access Change 1023 days, 21 hours, 30 minutes and 42 seconds ago ESO: Morrowind – Introduction to Vvardenfell 1024 days, 23 hours, 44 minutes and 16 seconds ago Not familiar with the island home of the Dark Elves? Get the inside scoop on Vvardenfell and what you will experience there with this in-depth article on The Elder Scrolls Online: Morrowind's setting. Store Update - March 29, 2017 1025 days, 5 hours, 35 minutes and 57 seconds ago XP! XP! AP! AP! We got them here. The newest store additions are Abyssal Stars. These work similar to Berdin's Lucky Star, and it restores your Abyssal Favor to gain additional AP. You can also get your hands time-limited bundle packs that include Berdin's Lucky Stars, Abyssal Stars, XP Amulets, and 100% Drop Amulets! Also available are Rainbow Snake and Eggstravaganza event items. Visit our in-game shop or web store for all available items. ESO Live: March 31 @ 3:00pm EDT 1025 days, 17 hours, 25 minutes and 16 seconds ago A new class is coming to The Elder Scrolls Online: Morrowind this June, and we're giving you a first look on ESO Live this Friday. Cartel Market Specials: Week of March 27, 2017 1025 days, 20 hours and 3 seconds ago One LAST blowout sale on the Scavenger Cartel Pack before it’s gone, legendary Republic commando armor, and the return of an iconic Zakuulan shuttle! Battlegrounds Feature #3 – Ularra 1025 days, 21 hours, 55 minutes and 16 seconds ago Three unique Battlegrounds are coming with The Elder Scrolls Online: Morrowind's launch on June 6. To help you prepare for the conflicts to come, we are featuring ESO: Morrowind's Battlegrounds all month. The third and final map to be covered? The mysterious decayed shrine of Ularra, also known to The Elder Scrolls III: Morrowind players as Ularradallaku. Update 20.0.1 Release Notes 1026 days, 14 hours, 24 minutes and 22 seconds ago New Premium Collectibles Line Established 1026 days, 20 hours, 10 minutes and 16 seconds ago Loot hoarders and treasure seekers rejoice—Blizzard today announced the creation of Blizzard Collectibles, a new line of premium statues, replicas, and artwork designed and produced directly by Blizzard. The line launches with multiple existing pieces, and starting today, players can preorder the brand-new statue of Overwatch’s Widowmaker at www.gear.blizzard.com/blizzard-collectibles. Read the press release for further details. Update Notes: Tuesday March 28, 2017 1026 days, 20 hours, 55 minutes and 7 seconds ago From the EQ2 Forums: ZONES / POPULATION Kaesora: Xalgozian Stronghold [Solo, Heroic, Expert Heroic] Over-General Vihgoh should no longer path into the walls when idle and not being attacked. ITEMS Monk and Bruiser TSO raid set 6-piece bonus (riposte chance) now stacks properly with their class focus effects. Warlock TSO raid set 2-piece bonus now […] Watch Battlegrounds Highlights from PAX 1027 days, 2 hours, 40 minutes and 16 seconds ago A few weeks ago, we provided fans their first hands-on opportunity to try Battlegrounds at PAX East 2017, our upcoming small-scale, fast-paced PvP game mode for three teams of four players (4v4v4). Watch our video below to see some of the PAX players in action, battling it out with new Warden characters live on the show floor! StarCraft: Remastered Announced 1029 days, 12 hours, 10 minutes and 16 seconds ago One of the greatest real-time strategy games of all time has evolved! Blizzard announced the forthcoming release of StarCraft: Remastered, a reverently crafted modernization of the original award-winning classic, at a recent event in Korea. See the release for full details. Homestead Guide: Housing Editor & Home Decorating 1032 days, 18 hours and 16 seconds ago The Housing Editor is a flexible tool that allows for a lot of creativity when furnishing your home. Want to make a pyramid of crates or put a horse on your ceiling? Why not!? When you buy a house, the editor gives you both the freedom to build a home tailored to your character's personality and the tools to be as creative (or crazy) as you wish. You can learn more about how to use the Housing Editor in this Q&A guide. Battlegrounds Feature #2 - Foyada Quarry 1032 days, 22 hours, 42 minutes and 16 seconds ago Three unique Battlegrounds are coming with The Elder Scrolls Online: Morrowind's launch on June 6. To help you prepare for the conflicts to come, we are featuring ESO: Morrowind's Battlegrounds all month. The next map to be covered? The red-hot Foyada Quarry. Cartel Market Specials: Week of March 20, 2017 1033 days, 12 hours, 10 minutes and 6 seconds ago The ultimate Imperial Agent bundle pack, dangerous Gree technology, plus the return of the Grand Chance Cube and Gold Armor Pack! Update 20 Release Notes 1033 days, 19 hours, 6 minutes and 1 second ago Celebrate the Jester’s Festival 1034 days, 5 hours, 42 minutes and 16 seconds ago Once a year, troupes of jesters and fools gather and encourage the people of Tamriel to toss aside their notions of status, honor, and class in a celebration of absurdity. Performers roam the streets mocking the rich and famous, towns celebrate with a variety of traditional festive pranks, and guests are encouraged to participate in silly games to win joke prizes. Update Notes: Tuesday March 21, 2017 1034 days, 12 hours, 9 minutes and 30 seconds ago From the EQ2 Forums: ZONES / POPULATION Encounters from Kunark Ascending should no longer periodically remain stuck in a stunned or rooted state. Castle Highhold [All Versions] Defeating Gudre Blackhand too quickly will no longer prevent him from dying by chandelier. Lost City of Torsis [All Versions] Meld of Vapor will no longer chain cast […] Moonlight Enchantments Return (20th-21st) 1035 days, 9 hours, 4 minutes and 3 seconds ago Reclaim Moria! 1038 days, 13 hours, 44 minutes and 31 seconds ago 20% off Expansion Quests & more! March 17th - 23rd The LOTRO Beacon: Issue #4 1038 days, 14 hours, 41 minutes and 9 seconds ago Click here for the latest news, bonuses, events, sales, and more. The ESO: Morrowind Travel Series 1039 days, 1 hour, 44 minutes and 16 seconds ago Like to get a sneak peek at some of the sites you'll experience in The Elder Scrolls Online: Morrowind? Starting with the township of Seyda Neen, we're posting a video clip featuring one of Vvardenfell's most iconic locations every few days throughout the rest of March. Be sure to keep an eye out for future updates, and don't forget you can discover all of these classic locales from The Elder Scrolls III: Morrowind for yourself when ESO: Morrowind launches on June 6! ESO Live: March 17 @ 3:00pm EDT 1039 days, 2 hours, 28 minutes and 16 seconds ago Interested in PvP Battlegrounds? You won't want to miss our next ESO Live on Twitch this Friday. Aion: 5.3 Now Live 1039 days, 10 hours, 57 minutes and 52 seconds ago Defend our capital cities from Ereskigal's Dredgion forces as for the first time the Balaur has broken through the Aetheric Field that has long protected our home. Challenge contenders, friend or foe, in the Arena of Tenacity and proclaim your self the victor. Continue to wage domainace in the Abyss against the opposing faction and Balaur, and strengthen your PVP stats with the all-new Marchutan or Kaisenel's Bracelet. Aion: 5.3 is now live. Click here to read the full patch notes and check out our trailer below! Prestige Pack Updated! 1039 days, 13 hours, 13 minutes and 5 seconds ago The Prestige Pack contents have been updated! Get your hands on Tempering Solutions, Omega Enchantment Stones, Spinel Medals and more from using the Prestige Case. Spend your Prestige Coins in the refreshed Prestige Vending Machine that contains double the amount of items—buff scrolls, skill reassignment stone, etc. The Prestige Pack update has been automatically applied to all current subscribers. If you’re not subscribed to the Prestige Pack, click here to read more about it! Battlegrounds Feature #1 – Ald Carac 1039 days, 22 hours, 13 minutes and 16 seconds ago Battlegrounds are coming to The Elder Scrolls Online: Morrowind, including three unique maps at launch. To help you prepare for the battles to come, we are featuring Vvardenfell's battlefields all month. The first map to be covered? The mysterious Dwarven ruins of Ald Carac. Cartel Market Specials: Week of March 13, 2017 1040 days, 9 hours, 41 minutes and 2 seconds ago An Alliance Commander’s custom-built speeder, lightning weapon customization, and TWO new Grand Packs! Update Notes: Tuesday March 14, 2017 1040 days, 18 hours, 38 minutes and 17 seconds ago From the EQ2 Forums: ZONES / POPULATION Defeating the final boss in Kunark Ascending [Solo] and [Advanced Solo] instances now grant bonus experience. Expert Zones All expert versions of heroic and raid zones will now exit players to Obulus Frontier near the portal summoner. Normal versions of the zones will continue to exit players into […] 11th BlizzCon Taking Over Anaheim November 3-4 1040 days, 19 hours, 10 minutes and 16 seconds ago Grab your buddies, pack your best cosplay, and get ready to head to BlizzCon! The gaming convention is returning to the Anaheim Convention Center Friday, November 3 and Saturday, November 4, 2017. Tickets will go on sale in two batches on April 5 and April 8, along with Benefit Dinner tickets going on sale April 12. For more details, see the BlizzCon press release or visit BlizzCon.com. The Star Wars: The Old Republic Community Cantina Tour Arrives in Orlando! 1044 days, 17 hours, 42 minutes and 1 second ago We’re happy to announce that the next Star Wars™: The Old Republic™ Cantina will be happening on Friday, April 14th 2017! Click here for the latest bonuses, events, news, sales, and more! Forge Your Own Ring! 1045 days, 13 hours and 41 seconds ago 30% off Craft Guild Access, Craft XP, and more! March 10th - 16th Massively: The Domino Effect on Daybreak and EverQuest II 1045 days, 14 hours, 22 minutes and 57 seconds ago I have been remiss in reporting on this, as the bombshell came nearly a month ago. Emily “Domino” Taylor, Tradeskill maven in EverQuest II for nearly a decade, will be leaving Daybreak Games and heading home to her native Canada. John Smedley leaked the news on Twitter in advance of Emily’s planned announcement. Anyone who follows […] Dig out from winter! 1045 days, 16 hours, 2 minutes and 36 seconds ago LOTRO Bonus Days bring you a Buried Treasure Weekend, now through March 12th! Download the New ESO: Morrowind Hero Art Wallpaper 1045 days, 21 hours, 58 minutes and 16 seconds ago Can't wait for The Elder Scrolls Online: Morrowind? Download our new ESO: Morrowind Hero Art wallpaper and prepare for your return to Vvardenfell this June! ESO: Morrowind – Vvardenfell Then and Now 1046 days, 56 minutes and 16 seconds ago For the first time since 2002, you'll be able to return to the home of the Dark Elves in The Elder Scrolls Online: Morrowind. But this isn't the same Vvardenfell you once knew. It is now the Second Era, around 700 years prior to the events of The Elder Scrolls III. This means that while some characters and locations may seem familiar, not everything will be exactly as you remember. Check out the information below to discover some of the familiar-but-different sights you'll find in ESO: Morrowind. Update Notes: Thursday March 9, 2017 1046 days, 10 hours and 1 second ago From the EQ2 Forums: POPULATION / ZONE PROGRESSION General Corrected an issue with expert zone encounter mitigation where it was not applying the full mitigation package for some encounters. Raids Corrected an issue that caused all players zoning into the Crypt of Dalnir: The Kly Stronghold [Expert-Raid] and Arcanna’se Spire: Order and Chaos [Expert-Raid] to […] Enter the ESO Home Decoration Contest 1046 days, 17 hours, 10 minutes and 16 seconds ago Do you have an amazing home in Tamriel that you want to share for a chance to win some ESO prizes? Read on to learn about our next contest, beginning today! ESO: Morrowind – Battlegrounds Basics 1046 days, 18 hours, 36 minutes and 16 seconds ago A new type of conflict is coming to Tamriel in June. Soon, you and your companions will be able to take to the field in Battlegrounds, a new fast-paced PvP game mode exclusive to The Elder Scrolls Online: Morrowind. Battlegrounds are very different from traditional Alliance War combat, so we've outlined everything you'll need to know about PvP combat on the island of Vvardenfell below. Keep an eye out for more information this month on the individual Battlegrounds as we march towards ESO: Morrowind's release on June 6! EQ2Wire Looking For a Staff Writer 1047 days, 12 hours, 41 minutes and 39 seconds ago After eight years, it is time for me to step back and see if there is anyone else in the EverQuest II community with writing ability and a desire to lend their voice to this site. I have barely played EQ2 in the last few years and it shows in the lack of coverage exhibited. […] Cartel Market Specials: Week of March 6, 2017 1047 days, 13 hours, 27 minutes and 5 seconds ago The Unstable Lightsaber’s long-awaited return, plus covert battle armor and the return of an iconic ‘best-of’ bundle pack! Kunark Ascending: Expert Dungeons Now Available 1047 days, 14 hours, 9 minutes and 29 seconds ago From EverQuest2.com: The dungeons and raids of Kunark Ascending are now even more dangerous! Today, with the introduction of Expert dungeons and raids, players will be able to experience a more challenging version of this great content. Speak to Prissaia, the Expert Dungeon Portal Summoner, within Crusdaers’ Cave in the Obulus Frontier zone to begin […] Aion 5.3 Launch Postponed to March 15 1047 days, 17 hours, 17 minutes and 32 seconds ago Hello Daevas, During QA testing, we found a critical issue with the new Atreian Passport. Specifically, the issue is with the function that sends all unclaimed Passport rewards to your player inbox. This means that any player with unclaimed rewards could lose out on some or all of their items without an easy means of getting them back. In order to allow time for a fix to be properly developed and tested, we’re making the difficult but necessary decision to postpone the Aion 5.3 launch until March 15. We understand you’ve been looking forward to this launch as much as we have, and as we work on resolving this issue we’ll be extending the Kromede’s Revenge event for one more week. Additionally, we’ll also hold a bonus EXP event for the days leading up to our new launch date. Click here for full details of the bonus EXP event. Please hold on to your excitement for one more week. Thank you for your patience, and we apologize for this unfortunately necessary delay. -- Gideon, Associate Producer Celebrate Thieves Guild’s One Year Anniversary 1047 days, 17 hours, 30 minutes and 16 seconds ago A special celebration is underway in Hew's Bane, and you're invited! In commemoration of the Thieves Guild DLC game pack's one-year anniversary, we've doubled the rewards for specific activities in Hew's Bane. Read on for all the details! Update Notes: Tuesday March 7, 2017 1048 days, 7 hours, 28 minutes and 50 seconds ago I’d heard some of this information from the Discord chat but I’ve been asked not to repost said information here until it’s official. So, here’s the official thingy from the EQ2 Forums: ASCENSION Members now receive five bonus Guided Ascension scrolls per week from the Ascension masters. When these bonus scrolls are claimed you will be […] EverQuest II 2017 Survey 1048 days, 7 hours, 32 minutes and 30 seconds ago This survey seems to be going out to certain EQ2 players and apparently it will be sent out on a semi-periodic basis, perhaps quarterly. I received a copy on each of the e-mail addresses associated with my accounts: 1. Do you approve or disapprove of the way the EverQuest II development team is developing the […] Make Haste! 1052 days, 12 hours, 28 minutes and 31 seconds ago 25% off Milestone Skills, Traveller Skills and more! March 3rd - 9th Click here for the latest community news, bonuses, events, and more! ESO: Morrowind - Faith in the Shadow of Red Mountain 1052 days, 18 hours, 40 minutes and 16 seconds ago Through the ages, the people of Vvardenfell have turned to Vivec and the Great Houses in times of crisis. Read a short lore book inspired by the events in The Elder Scrolls Online: Morrowind and The Elder Scrolls III, and the unwavering faith of those who call Morrowind home. Next Crown Crate Season: The Elder Scrolls Online's Wild Hunt 1052 days, 21 hours, 10 minutes and 16 seconds ago Spring is in the air and a new ESO Crown Crate season has begun. It's time to embrace nature with the fresh spoils of The Elder Scrolls Online's Wild Hunt! Crown Store Showcase: March 2017 1053 days, 21 hours, 40 minutes and 16 seconds ago You might be branded a fool for wanting to ride a feral Sabre Cat mount or cuddle with a fierce-but-adorable Sabre Cat Cub, but who could blame you this close to the Jester's Festival? Check out the March Showcase below for a preview of the new Crown Store offerings. Each month, we'll receive new offers of Crown Store items, so keep your eyes open for future previews! Neriak City Festival Returns (March 1-7) 1054 days, 9 hours, 47 minutes and 19 seconds ago It’s time to stock up on blue marble – the Neriak City Festival returns to Darklight Wood from March 1-7! Spend City Tokens on local specialties, generic festival goods, appearance clothing, or food & drink. Make sure all your characters have finished the Neriak Postage Collection, speak to Kella Swampfoot to assist with festival quests, […] Cartel Market Specials: Week of February 27, 2017 1054 days, 12 hours, 12 minutes and 29 seconds ago NEW Vigilant Defender Pack, the ultimate Galactic Command starter bundle, and a pocket-sized Sarlacc Pit! Update Notes: Tuesday February 28, 2017 1055 days, 10 hours, 5 minutes and 18 seconds ago From the EQ2 Forums: POPULATION / ZONE PROGRESSION Tower of Frozen Shadow [X2 Raid] Tserrina should no longer be able to be killed, bypassing her exit script. ABILITIES / ALTERNATE ADVANCEMENT Primary and Swarm pets will now share 20% of the casters DPS stat, and 100% of the casters strikethrough. Combos involving Telluric Rending and […] Preparations Begin for a Journey to Un’Goro™ 1055 days, 17 hours, 30 minutes and 16 seconds ago Get ready to discover a land of primordial wonder in the next Hearthstone® expansion, Journey to Un’Goro™, commencing in April. On this expedition through Azeroth’s prehistoric crater, you’ll encounter ancient elementals, frightening flora, and ferocious dinosaurs that can adapt to any threat—all while unearthing 135 new cards, including the new legendary Quest cards. Read the press release for further details. TLE Vote: Unlock The Shadow Odyssey Mid-Expansion Content? 1057 days, 19 hours, 11 minutes and 42 seconds ago EverQuest II’s fifth expansion The Shadow Odyssey unlocked on the Stormhold [Time-Locked Expansion] server on January 12th. Now, players are being asked whether they want to see TSO’s post-expansion content unlocked. From the EQ2 Forums: Now is the time to make your voice heard! Vote now on whether you would like to unlock Kurn’s Tower, […] Unscheduled Downtime Feb 24th @ 2:15pm PST 1058 days, 12 hours, 45 minutes and 27 seconds ago After various server crashes last night on Halls of Fate, we now have an unscheduled downtime today for all EQ2 servers. From the EQ2 Forums: All US Servers will come down at 2 PM PT for a brief update to address a few outstanding issues. Downtime is anticipated to be less than 2 hours. The […] Look sharp when meeting Elrond! 1059 days, 13 hours, 10 minutes and 44 seconds ago 20% off Shared Wardrobe and more! February 24th - March 2nd ESO Live: February 24 @ 3:00pm EST 1059 days, 16 hours, 23 minutes and 16 seconds ago We're back on Twitch tomorrow for a new episode of ESO Live that you won't want to miss! Update Notes: Thursday February 23, 2017 1060 days, 7 hours, 41 minutes and 33 seconds ago From the EQ2 Forums: POPULATION / ZONE PROGRESSION Obulus Frontier Reduced the mitigation on solo encounters in Obulus Frontier. The Lost City of Torsis: Ashiirian Court [Raid] Lord Rak’Ashiir has been allowed to summon his adds more freely. Ruins of Kaesora: Ancient Xalgozian Temple [Raid] Xalgoz’s failure effect “Vampiric Lifeleach” will now heal for slightly […] Aion 5.3 Update Coming on March 8 1060 days, 16 hours, 23 minutes and 31 seconds ago Ereshkigal's Dredgions are en route, and the Arena of Tenacity doors are preparing to open. The Aion 5.3 update will arrive on March 8, 2017! Click here for our preview of the Arena of Tenacity and the Dredgion Defense. Also included in this update are new systems and items, such as Essence Cores, Empyrean Bracelets, and much more. There is something for all Daevas in this update so stay tuned for more information! Love It or Leave It! 50% OFF Many Marketplace Items 1060 days, 19 hours, 3 minutes and 25 seconds ago From the EQ2 Forums: Don’t miss your chance to take up to 50% OFF classic Marketplace items, before they’re gone. Love it… or leave it… because all of the items that are part of this sale will go into the Norrathian Vault on Tuesday, February 28, 2017 at 11:59PM PST. Want to see what’s on sale? […] Watch the Return to Morrowind Gameplay Trailer 1060 days, 22 hours, 10 minutes and 16 seconds ago Morrowind is in peril, and the fate of Tamriel hangs in the balance. Take up arms and rally your allies, hero – the time of your return to Morrowind is quickly approaching. Watch our first ESO: Morrowind gameplay trailer for a glimpse of the thrilling adventure that awaits. Cartel Market Specials: Week of February 20, 2017 1061 days, 9 hours, 26 minutes ago The robes of a legendary Sith Lord, rare black and white armor dyes, and more! Homestead is Now Live on Xbox One and PlayStation®4! 1061 days, 22 hours, 10 minutes and 16 seconds ago There's no place like home after an exciting day of adventuring in Tamriel. Starting today, the dream of owning a house in The Elder Scrolls Online becomes a reality on Xbox One and PlayStation®4! Player housing, Master Crafting Writs, Furnishing Crafting, new Crafting Motifs and more await you in the Homestead update. ESO: Morrowind – Vvardenfell Flora and Fauna 1062 days, 20 hours, 23 minutes and 16 seconds ago Vvardenfell is unlike anywhere else in Tamriel. In our first look at some of the wondrous creatures and dramatic environments you'll encounter in The Elder Scrolls Online: Morrowind, we introduce newcomers the Vvardvarks and Cliff Striders, and learn about a few of Vvardenfell's more verdant regions. Moonlight Enchantments Return (20th-21st) 1063 days, 10 hours, 51 minutes and 16 seconds ago Double Ascension Scrolls Until Sun, Feb 26 1065 days, 11 hours, 28 minutes and 38 seconds ago From the EQ2 Forums: Hail Norrathians, Are you working to level up your Ascension classes? If so, you’re in luck because you’ll get TWO Ascension Scrolls every time you visit your Ascension trainer until Sunday, February 26, 2017 at 11:59PM PST. Not sure what an Ascension Class is? Check out the full write up on Ascension Classes […] Boost Your Stats and Battle On! 1066 days, 13 hours, 12 minutes and 58 seconds ago 20% off Stat Tomes and more! February 17th - 23rd An ESO Love Story 1066 days, 20 hours, 37 minutes and 16 seconds ago Every year on the 16th day of Sun's Dawn, love is celebrated across Tamriel for Heart's Day. Gaming has brought together many couples, and today, we'd like to share the love story of two players who met through The Elder Scrolls Online: Paul-Simon (@paulsimonps) and Jenna (@jenshady). The Yule Fest Encore is underway! 1067 days, 13 hours, 38 minutes and 49 seconds ago The Yuletide Festival has returned, now through February 22nd! Homestead Guide: Master Writs 1067 days, 21 hours, 55 minutes and 16 seconds ago You're a crafter that's created everything that can be made. What's there to do now beyond making items for your guildmates and friends? Master Writs are for you, and you can learn more about these exclusive contracts in our latest Homestead guide! Temple Guardian robes, the return of the Grand Nightlife Pack, and more! Downtime Notice: Wednesday, February 15th 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM Eastern (-5 GMT) 1068 days, 16 hours, 7 minutes and 23 seconds ago UPDATE: The game worlds have reopened. Thank you! The LOTRO game worlds and web sites will be unavailable due to maintenance from 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM Eastern (-5 GMT). We will also be releasing a hotfix for Update 19. Click here for more information. Update Notes: Tuesday February 14, 2017 1069 days, 7 hours, 16 minutes and 45 seconds ago From the EQ2 Forums: POPULATION / ZONE PROGRESSION Arcanna’se Spire: Forgotten Sanctum [Heroic] Sabellah’Xen, Keeper of Fire’s adds now despawn when he is defeated or when his encounter is reset. Caelan’Gael, Keeper of Growth’s adds now despawn when he is defeated or when his encounter is reset. Lachina, Defender of Magics’ adds now despawn when […] Homestead Guide: Furnishing Crafting FAQ 1069 days, 19 hours, 55 minutes and 16 seconds ago If you own a home in Tamriel, you'll need to furnish your newfound space with furniture. One way to get the furniture you so desire is to craft it yourself! Read on to learn the basics of Furnishing Crafting, a new system available in our latest update, Homestead. LOTRO Bonus Days! 1072 days, 14 hours, 47 minutes and 26 seconds ago Get +25% XP, now through February 12th! Update Notes: Friday February 10, 2017 1073 days, 7 hours, 23 minutes and 1 second ago From the EQ2 Forums: GENERAL A filter has been added to the missions list in the quest journal. ABILITIES / ALTERNATE ADVANCEMENT Mystic Replaced a dropped digit in the adept Strength of the Ancestors. Illusionist Corrected an issue with Chronal Mastery that was preventing the fervor effect from applying to the entire group. Summoners Pet […] Join us on Twitch tomorrow for ESO Live to hear the latest news from the past couple weeks. Pile Up Some Points! 1073 days, 15 hours, 7 minutes and 38 seconds ago Get Double Bonus Points in the LOTRO Store! February 9th - 19th Carve a Legendary Path! 1073 days, 15 hours, 8 minutes and 11 seconds ago 30% off Legendary Stat Upgrade, Relic Packs & More! Day 6: Daybreak Login Issues Persist 1073 days, 19 hours, 46 minutes and 4 seconds ago Not sure what else to say about the nearly week-long Login problems at this point, except that maybe @DaybreakGames shouldn’t tweet the suggestion that login problems are likely the fault of the customer’s computer or internet connection. This tweet rubbed more than a few people the wrong way: Are you having trouble connecting to your […] Race to Trakanon Server Merges with Stormhold February 9th (Tomorrow) @ 4:00 AM 1074 days, 8 hours, 16 minutes and 35 seconds ago From the EQ2 Forums: Trakanon will close at 4:00 AM PT (Noon UTC) February 9th. Migrations to Stormhold will take at least a few hours. Love is in the Air – Erollisi Day Returns! 1074 days, 13 hours, 25 minutes and 33 seconds ago Love is in the air: Erollisi Day has returned! This year the event will begin at 12:01am PT on Thursday, February 9th and conclude 11:59pm PT on Tuesday, February 21st. There is one new quest, a new recipe scroll, several merchant items, and a new achievements to enjoy on top of all previous returning content. […] Mischief Raises Over $2.5 Million for Make-A-Wish® 1074 days, 18 hours, 10 minutes and 16 seconds ago Thanks to the generosity of World of Warcraft players across the planet, we've raised more than $2.5 million to benefit Make-A-Wish® through December’s Mischief pet adoption fundraiser! See today’s blog post to learn more. 250% Bonus XP + Command XP Events Are Here! 1075 days, 15 hours, 52 minutes and 26 seconds ago Get a 250% boost to both XP and Command XP! Update Notes: Tuesday February 7, 2017 1076 days, 7 hours, 23 minutes and 45 seconds ago Update Notes from the EQ2 Forums posted as of 8:00am PST: POPULATION / ZONE PROGRESSION All raid encounters above tier 1 now have a base mitigation increased based off of expected mitigation debuff values. ABILITIES / ALTERNATE ADVANCEMENT General Plane Shift will no longer apply an illusion to epic 2.0 pets. Corrected a bug in […] Cartel Market Specials: Week of February 6, 2017 1076 days, 11 hours, 32 minutes and 28 seconds ago New Scorched Dewback mount, Manipulator Pack 50% blowout sale, the return of the fan-favorite Galactic Legends Pack, and more! Get a free gift for being VIP! 1076 days, 15 hours, 53 minutes and 3 seconds ago Update 19.3 Release Notes 1076 days, 16 hours, 2 minutes and 46 seconds ago Homestead: Basics Guide 1077 days, 10 minutes and 16 seconds ago Homestead, The Elder Scrolls Online's player housing system, allows you to own and personalize homes across Tamriel. In this Basics Guide, you'll learn how to get your first home, how to purchase additional homes, how and where to get home furnishings, and more! Homestead is Now Live for PC & Mac! 1077 days, 3 hours, 28 minutes and 16 seconds ago It's move-in day across Tamriel! Starting today, everyone who owns The Elder Scrolls Online on PC and Mac can dive into player housing, furniture crafting, Master Crafting Writs, and more. Welcome to Homestead! Login / Launchpad Issues Affecting Daybreak Games, EverQuest II 1077 days, 17 hours, 47 minutes and 34 seconds ago As players have been reporting in several threads: Launchpad saying unable to connect Launchpad not working Game Installation Feb 4 unable to login / connect [Suggestion] can we please finally get new login servers? and according to several twitter posts by Daybreak Games, the company is having issues with its Login Servers. This issue has […] Downtime Notice: 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM Eastern (-5 GMT) Monday, February 6th 1079 days, 12 hours, 51 minutes and 16 seconds ago The LOTRO Game Servers will be brought down on Monday, February 6th from 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM Eastern (-5 GMT) for an update to the game. Thanks for your patience, and we'll see you back in the game soon! Adventure Throughout Middle-earth! 1080 days, 15 hours, 14 minutes and 46 seconds ago February 3rd - 9th A Closer Look at the Morrowind Announcement Trailer 1080 days, 19 hours, 17 minutes and 16 seconds ago This week, we announced The Elder Scrolls Online: Morrowind and unveiled the action-packed announcement trailer. From the return of an old friend to the debut of a powerful new class, there are many unique details in the trailer. Did you catch them all? Update Notes: Thursday February 2, 2017 1081 days, 11 hours, 21 minutes and 57 seconds ago From the EQ2 Forums. And ABILITIES / ALTERNATE ADVANCEMENT Soulburn will now cooperate with Reaper. Reduced the autoattack damage for Savage Allies. Elemental Unity will now trigger when under an ascension buff. ITEMS Imbued Void Capsule now properly equips to the Charm slot. QUESTS Consolidation of Power – The Ethereal Catalyst will now drop 100% […] Welcome to 2017 1081 days, 19 hours, 10 minutes and 16 seconds ago ESO Game Director Matt Firor rings in a new year with a new message. Read on to learn more about what's in store for The Elder Scrolls Online in 2017. Crown Store Showcase: February 2017 1081 days, 21 hours, 10 minutes and 16 seconds ago Hearts Day is approaching fast. Will you make sure to look your very best for your loved one? The February shipment for the ESO Crown Store may have just what you need! Not only does it come with new “Tailored in Tamriel" costumes and a mysterious black cat, it also contains our first housing packs for Homestead. Each month, we'll receive new offers of Crown Store items, so keep your eyes open for future previews! Kelethin City Festival Returns (February 1-7) 1082 days, 7 hours, 56 minutes and 17 seconds ago Set your sights on Greater Faydark because the Kelethin City Festival returns from February 1-7! Spend City Tokens on local specialties, generic festival goods, and more. Make sure all your characters have finished the Kelethin Postage Collection, speak to Kella Swampfoot to assist with festival quests, and achieve 94 seconds or less in the local […] Claim Your Legacy! 1082 days, 11 hours, 40 minutes and 54 seconds ago 30% off Legacy Tier Upgrade, Legacies, and more! February 1st - 7th The Elder Scrolls Online: Morrowind – Announcement and Details 1082 days, 21 hours, 10 minutes and 16 seconds ago This June, the next Chapter in The Elder Scrolls Online will begin. Return to the iconic island of Vvardenfell for over 30 hours of adventure in a brand new location, with a new class, a new PvP mode, a new Trial, and so much more. The Elder Scrolls Online: Morrowind Pre-Order FAQ 1082 days, 22 hours, 10 minutes and 16 seconds ago You've got questions? We've got answers! Find out all the information about pre-ordering The Elder Scrolls Online: Morrowind including the different editions, what each includes, and more in our FAQ. Update Notes: Tuesday January 31, 2017 1083 days, 12 hours, 9 minutes and 32 seconds ago From the EQ2 Forums: POPULATION / ZONE PROGRESSION Lost City of Torsis: Reaver’s Remnants[Challenge Heroic] Neh’Ashiir has had her max health reduced. Monolith Of Wrahzul Reduced the control immunity on Fathad Zastim. ABILITIES / ALTERNATE ADVANCEMENT Spell Weapon Damage Bonus and Weapon Damage Bonus have been consolidated into one stat, Weapon Damage Bonus. Corrected an […] Discover the Next Chapter for ESO 1083 days, 20 hours, 10 minutes and 16 seconds ago We're revealing something big tomorrow that you won't want to miss. Read our newest LOTRO Producer’s Letter! 1086 days, 15 hours, 41 minutes and 54 seconds ago Click here to learn more about what is in store for LOTRO in 2017! Connectivity Issues on January 26, 2017 @ 7:26pm PST 1087 days, 7 hours, 43 minutes and 35 seconds ago No details at this point, but players have been reporting an issue connecting to EQ2 servers for the last 15-20 minutes or so. Brad Wilcox, VP Customer Service for Daybreak did tweet this: We are currently looking into login issues, watch the normal channels for updates. — Brad Wilcox (@thegreatmutato) January 27, 2017 Scheduled Server Downtime: 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM Eastern (-5 GMT) Friday, January 27th 1087 days, 12 hours, 54 minutes and 32 seconds ago The LOTRO Game Servers will be brought down on Friday, January 27th from 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM Eastern (-5 GMT) to release 19.2.4, which addresses some Standing Stone Games transition text. Thanks for your patience, and we'll see you back in the game soon! Surprise Afternoon Update Notes: Thursday January 26, 2017 — 2-4pm PST, 5-7pm EST 1087 days, 12 hours, 59 minutes and 31 seconds ago From the EQ2 Forums: All US EverQuest II Servers will be brought offline on Wednesday, January 26th, 2017 at 2:00PM PT (10 PM UTC) for an update. Estimated downtime could be up to 4 hours. All EU servers will come offline at 9:00 PM PT (5 AM UTC January 27th) for this update. Downtime is […] LOTRO Bonus Days! 1087 days, 15 hours, 2 minutes and 7 seconds ago LOTRO Bonus Days bring you +25% Crafting XP, now through January 29th! ESO Live: January 27 @ 3pm EST 1088 days, 1 hour, 5 minutes and 16 seconds ago We're back on Twitch tomorrow at a new time and place for the first ESO Live in 2017! Aion 5.3 Coming Soon 1088 days, 16 hours, 22 minutes and 57 seconds ago Aion’s 5.3 update is coming soon. In this update to Aion: Echoes of Eternity, large-scale content is the primary focus. If battling against Ereshkigal forces isn’t enough, the tournament-format Arena of Tenacity will open its doors pitting contenders against each other from both factions, and more! Battleground Pandaemonium & Battleground Sanctum With the Aetheric Field weakening following Iluma and Norsvold’s release from stasis, Ereshkigal’s forces have seized the opportunity to further expand her influence. For the first time in living memory, Dredgions have directly assaulted Pandaemonium and Sanctum. In this 384 member PVE instance, Archdaevas must defeat Ereshkigal’s invading forces and save their home. Arena of Tenacity In this new Arena, players from both factions are pitted against each other to reach the top spot. Players can queue for the Arena and the system will match players against others in a single-elimination tournament format. Prime Guardian/Prime Archon Equipment The new medal rank, Spinel Medals, along with Fragmented Spinel, can be acquired through various PvP activities – PvPvE instances, Arena of Glory, PvP quests, and more. These medals can be used to purchase Archdaeva Abyss equipment from the Hall of Fame/Glory. Estima is a new item that can be enchanted with Estima Solution or Omega Enchantment Stones. These items can be enchanted up to +10 and up to three Estima can be equipped. Equipped Estima expands your pool of Essence Points so you can further customize your build. Atreian Bestiary Players can acquire an illustrated monster book when defeating monsters in Illuma and Norsvold. Collect monster portraits and unlocks rewards for completing various stages of the book. Keep your eye on the website for the launch date and additional previews and guides! Blizzard 1088 days, 20 hours, 10 minutes and 17 seconds ago Heroes of the Dorm is back for 2017, and Blizzard and Facebook are working together to deliver an unprecedented global real-time connected viewing experience for the tournament. See today’s press release to learn more—and sign up to participate at www.heroesofthedorm.com! Enchant-O-Rama Events & Promotions 1089 days, 10 hours, 43 minutes and 2 seconds ago Omega Unbound Enchantment Event January 25 to February 15 Hundreds of Omega Enchantment Stones are used daily in game. Soon, every enchantment you make with an Omega Enchantment Stone, regardless of success, will pool towards rewards for the entire community. Work together to unlock prizes like Luna, Manastones, and Bonus XP/Drop weekends! A survey containing 500 Untradeable Supplements will be given to all players for your endeavours. The Mysterious Enchanter February 15 to March 1 Similar to the Bonafide Bootlegs event, Mysterious Merchant Luxurinerk sells equipment and accessories for you to enchant and temper. All weapons and armor are pre-enchanted to level 10, and when enchanted to +15 will exchange for permanent gear. For those who want to push it further, armor and weapons enchanted to +18 or higher will exchange for a different, more powerful set. Accessories can also be purchased and tempered +5 or +7 for different equipment sets. “Rent” the equipment and accessories for the duration of the event, or enchant them to its required level! We will also be giving players supplements for this promotion! Tempered Power Promotion A new accessory item, the Empyrean Bracelet, is making its way to Atreia in Aion 5.3. This new accessory greatly improves your PvP Defense and slightly improves your PvP Attack, and can be leveled up through tempering similar to the Plume. At higher levels, its appearance changes and it will also gain up to 3 manastone slots. During the Tempered Power promotion (formerly known as Power of the Plumes), temper your Plumes and Bracelets for rewards! If you’re wondering when 5.3 is launching, keep an eye on our website for our announcements. The Broken Hearts event will also run starting next month. Full details for all Enchant-O-Rama events and promotions will be available as the event nears its start. Happy enchanting, Daevas! Now Live: ‘Defend the Throne’ Game Update 1089 days, 13 hours, 22 minutes and 18 seconds ago Epic new multiplayer Uprisings, the ultimate story difficulty mode, and much more! Gear Up With The Stalwart Leader Cartel Pack 1089 days, 15 hours, 28 minutes and 37 seconds ago Silent Warden Robes, Resourceful Engineer’s Armor, Dread Behemoth Tank, and more! Update Notes: Tuesday January 24, 2017 1089 days, 19 hours, 33 minutes and 53 seconds ago From the EQ2 Forums: POPULATION / ZONE PROGRESSION Vaedenmoor: Realm of Despair [Raid] High end difficulty encounters have had their “Panic” mechanic made a bit more lenient toward the beginning of the encounter. Vhaksiz the Shade has had his health adjusted. Ruins of Kaesora: Ancient Xalgozian Temple [Raid] Xalgoz has had his health adjusted. Xalgoz’s […] Heal Friends & Damage Foes! 1094 days, 12 hours, 5 minutes and 26 seconds ago January 20th - 26th Update Notes: Thursday January 19, 2017 1095 days, 9 hours, 3 minutes and 27 seconds ago Downtime notice from the EQ2 Forums: All EverQuest II Servers will be brought offline on Thursday, January 19th, 2016 at 7:00AM PT (3 PM UTC) for an update. Estimated downtime is approximately two hours. The EU EverQuest II Server will be brought offline on Thursday, January 19th, 2016 at 9:00PM PT for an update (Approx. […] Homestead Launch Dates 1095 days, 15 hours, 48 minutes and 17 seconds ago Move-in day is coming! We're excited to announce that Homestead, our next update featuring player housing, will launch on PC/Mac on Monday, February 6, and for PlayStation 4 and Xbox One on Tuesday, February 21. Commentary: Are Epic 2.0 Quests Burying Players in Prerequisites? 1097 days, 17 hours, 36 minutes and 20 seconds ago The original Epic Weapon quests introduced in 2009 were crafted by 18 designers working on nothing else for 3 months. All 24 quests required the completion of prior Heritage quests, befriending various Factions, and a fair share of “filler” content. It was expected, or certainly anticipated that the Epic Weapon 2.0 Quests would have similar prerequisites. However […] EQ2U Introduces Ascension and Item Compare, Plus a Word on Autoattack Stats 1099 days, 14 hours, 55 minutes and 20 seconds ago For level 100 characters who complete the Signature quest line, the Kunark Ascending expansion introduces four new Ascension classes of Elementalist, Etherealist, Geomancer, and Thaumaturgist. These new “classes” are not tied to your current class, and with enough patience, you can eventually level all four of them up to Ascension level 10. Ascension also grants powerful new spells/abilities which […] January 12, 2017 Downtime to Fix Spell Lag/Zone Crashes 1101 days, 8 hours, 48 minutes and 30 seconds ago All EQ2 servers are now down as of 6:00pm PST (9:00pm EST, 02:00 GMT) to fix a problem with Spells (buffs) causing entire zones to crash. The update is expected to take approximately 1 hour. Store, Carry, and Share! 1101 days, 12 hours, 5 minutes and 36 seconds ago 20% off select Storage and more! Missing Character Graphics, 1 FPS Frame Rate After Today’s Patch 1101 days, 18 hours, 34 minutes and 26 seconds ago We are monitoring a situation where some players who use the streaming client are experiencing non-rendering (invisible) Character and NPCs and extreme rendering lag after today’s update. Others cannot even zone their character into the game, getting stuck with a “Loading UI Resources” error. There’s a discussion on the EQ2 Forums. The developers are aware […] Crown Store Showcase: January 4th, 2017 1110 days, 2 hours, 42 minutes and 17 seconds ago New supplies are on their way to the ESO Crown Store! Tamriel's tailors and barbers will do their very best to give you a fashionable start to the New Year. The latest shipment includes two Redguard costumes from the “Tailored in Tamriel" series, a lot of classy hair styles, and an adorable new pet. Each month, we'll receive new offers of Crown Store items, so keep your eyes open for future previews! Tempering Solution Holiday Sale 1121 days, 15 hours, 23 minutes and 48 seconds ago For this holiday weekend only pick up Tempering Solutions on the store. Give the gift of Tempering Solutions or keep them for yourself! Sale ends December 26, 12 PM server time. Visit the in game shop or web store for all items available. That’s a Wrap on 2016! 1123 days, 3 hours, 6 minutes and 17 seconds ago As we near the end of 2016, Game Director Matt Firor looks back on everything we've accomplished this year for ESO. Thank you for a Fantastic Five Year Saga… 1124 days, 16 hours, 17 minutes and 43 seconds ago Walk down memory lane with Producer Ben Irving’s five-year anniversary blog, plus the reveal of the #SWTOR5 Character Portrait collage! Knights of the Eternal Throne: Official Accolades Trailer 1124 days, 18 hours, 50 minutes and 53 seconds ago Don’t miss out on the critically-acclaimed new Expansion! Play Chapter 1 free today, recruit a friend for bonus rewards, or go premium and unlock the full experience. Beyond the Windstream - Producer's Letter 1125 days, 16 hours, 2 minutes and 39 seconds ago Solorius Greetings, Daevas! Gideon here. I wanted to take some time to discuss upcoming changes to the game. Server Merges In my last letter in September, we mentioned the possibility of server merges. The health of our servers is extremely important to a sustainable long-term future of Aion. To that end, in spring 2017 we will be merging the servers from five down to two. Israphel, Tiamat, and Kahrun will be merged into one server, while Siel and Beritra will become the other. I understand many of you will be dismayed to hear this news, as it effectively means all players will be affected by the merges. Making this decision was extremely painful, however in the long term it will allow us to provide a better gameplay experience for all of our players. Unfortunately, there is no solution that will make everybody happy. We will do our best to alleviate the worst of it and are actively working with the development team in Korea to ensure that the player-side impact is as minimal as possible. Once we finalize the exact changes that will take place, we will be releasing a comprehensive guide and FAQ about the merge early next year. On the bright side, we will be turning to the community to help us name the two servers! We’re excited to see what we can come up with together. Reporting Cheaters In the last few months, we have suspended and permanently closed numerous accounts tied to exploiting and cheating in our game. We would like to remind players to play Aion fairly. Should you find a player cheating do reach out to us so we can review and determine the next course of action. Dev Team Visit Two weeks ago, a few key members of the Aion Dev team visited the North American office. We had extremely productive meetings discussing the challenges Aion faces, our road ahead, and how we can provide a better service for the players. They were also very interested to hear our suggestions for how the game can be improved, and shared some of their plans for the future. Both groups had wonderful input, and we look forward to those future plans becoming reality. We asked if they would like to address our community, and they had this to say: Hello to all the Daevas who love Aion. Nice to meet you! While the U.S. office is preparing the 5.3 update, the development team is spending countless hours working on the future of Aion. Recently, the development team visited the U.S. office and heard a lot about their players. We were worried after hearing some negative feedback about the game from some players. We will work harder! We understand that the current version is not perfect. The upcoming 5.3 update was developed to encourage playing together via competition and cooperation, and also brings out new Abyss gear! Our goal for this update is to bring back the feel of an epic-scale MMORPG for our Daevas. We hope you enjoy it! Looking even past that, the version we are currently working on focuses on expanding the story and improving the game world, and is filled with new features that we can't share just yet. We will do our best to alleviate the current issues, so please continue to give feedback and look forward to the future! It is unfortunate that the development team has no opportunities to directly meet western players as we are based in Korea. If there is a good opportunity next time, we would like to meet western users and talk about Aion in depth. Thank you for your support! -- Aion Dev Team (Korea) 5.3 Update It was hinted at above, but you won’t need to wait long for Aion 5.3. We are already working on this exciting update and we will be making our major announcements after the holidays. Stay warm and safe this holiday season. We will see you in game! Please bear in mind what we discuss have already been a work in progress and not an exhaustive list of what the team has been doing. We will continue to share with you our plans, thoughts, and actions on the game. Welcome from Standing Stone Games! 1125 days, 16 hours, 57 minutes and 47 seconds ago Click here for our announcement, and click here for our FAQ! Update 19.2 Release Notes 1125 days, 18 hours, 16 minutes and 32 seconds ago New Life Festival: Meet This Year's Officiate 1125 days, 19 hours, 59 minutes and 17 seconds ago In a special edition of “Meet the Character" this week, you'll learn more about Breda, the well-liked female Nord sawmill worker chosen to officiate this year's New Life Festival. Celebrating #SWTOR5 1131 days, 18 hours, 30 minutes and 30 seconds ago Check out exciting new 5-year anniversary rewards, including your own Celebration Jawa, Senya Holostatue and more! Blizzard Entertainment Establishes Book-Publishing Label 1136 days, 21 hours, 10 minutes and 17 seconds ago Those seeking rare tomes and new experiences alike are in luck—Blizzard today announced the creation of Blizzard Publishing, a book-publishing label dedicated to developing and releasing new titles, such as the World of Warcraft Adult Coloring Book, in a variety of formats, as well as reissuing out-of-print titles from the company’s backlog of award-winning books. Knights of the Eternal Throne: Now Live! 1142 days, 14 hours, 26 minutes and 33 seconds ago How far will you go to seize the throne and rule the galaxy? Knights of the Eternal Throne: ‘Taking Command’ Trailer 1142 days, 14 hours, 43 minutes and 59 seconds ago Get ready to rule the galaxy with Galactic Command! Fast-paced, explosive Uprising battles, shifting wars between the dark and light side, and more! Watch Yer Back—Mean Streets of Gadgetzan Now Live! 1143 days, 18 hours, 49 minutes and 52 seconds ago Calling all smugglers, assassins, and ne’er-do-wells—Mean Streets of Gadgetzan™, the newest Hearthstone® expansion, is now live! Starting today, players around the world can call upon the city’s three main crime families for backup as they work to earn a lavish cache of 132 new cards, including the game-changing new “tri-class” cards. To learn more, read the press release and visit playhearthstone.com. Early Access Now Live: Knights of the Eternal Throne 1145 days, 15 hours, 45 minutes and 57 seconds ago Be one of the first to rule the galaxy and watch the new ‘Story So Far’ Recap Trailer! Black Cloud Friday / Cyber Monday Promotions 1151 days, 16 hours, 31 minutes and 30 seconds ago Visit our store this holiday weekend for deals on Upgrade Arcade Tokens, Berdin’s Lucky Stars, and Luna. Sleep in; recover from your food coma because these deals will be here until Tuesday 10 AM PST! Black Cloud Friday Bundles Upgrade Arcade Mega Pack x150 Arcade Tokens 8000 NCoin Berdin’s Lucky Star Bonus x250 Lucky Stars x1 Stately Crestlitch Egg These deals are only available starting at 10 AM PST Monday, November 28. Cube Expansion Coin x40 Cube Expansion Coin Special Golden Luna Chest x500 Luna (+100 Bonus Luna) Special Silver Luna Chest (+50 Bonus Luna) Special Wooden Luna Chest Special Large Luna Bundle x50 Luna (+5 Bonus Luna) 400 NCoin Special Small Luna Bundle 80 NCoin Visit the Black Cloud Friday Promo option in the in-game shop or here on the web store. Promotion ends Tuesday, November 29 at 10 AM PST. A Mother's Hope 1157 days, 15 hours and 42 seconds ago A Senya and Vaylin short story from Drew Karpyshyn. Store Update - November 16, 2016 1158 days, 12 hours, 46 minutes and 48 seconds ago It’s AKAKAK time! New update, new items! Additional bonus entry scrolls are now on the store along with the new Shugo Ranger Power Suit! Bonus Entry Scrolls Run the new Archdaeva instances again and again with bonus entry scrolls! For two weeks, Arena of Glory Tickets are available for purchase. There's a weekly limit to purchases, so grab them while they last! Shugo Ranger Defend Atreia as a Shugo Ranger. In default red for males, and pink for females you can dye them any color if you want something different. New Emotion Cards Get the squad back together with these new emotes! Visit the in-game store or our web store here for all store items. Knights of the Eternal Throne: ‘Rule the Galaxy’ Teaser 1158 days, 13 hours, 37 minutes and 19 seconds ago Get your first look at the epic battle for the throne. How far will you go to claim the throne and seize your destiny? Update to Aion: Echoes of Eternity Has Arrived! 1165 days, 11 hours, 52 minutes and 7 seconds ago The next update to Aion: Echos of Eternity is here! This update brings lots of new content for Archdaevas, including new solo and group instances, new and updated arenas, a brand new crafting profession, Coalescence, stigma changes and much more! To see our update highlights, please visit these pages: Aetherforging and Coalescence Preview Instance and Arena Preview The Boiling Point Event is currently ongoing. You can find more information here. Stay tuned for additional events coming soon! For full details on what’s new, view the patch notes here. Opportunity Awaits in the Mean Streets of Gadgetzan™ 1170 days, 17 hours, 5 minutes and 17 seconds ago Get ready to get your hands dirty in the fourth Hearthstone® expansion, Mean Streets of Gadgetzan™. The back alleys of Azeroth's biggest trade city are full of unsavory characters, and they're about to become your best friends as you befriend the local crime families to earn their trust—as well as a lavish cache of contraband in the form of 132 new cards. Read the press release for more information. Blizzard Entertainment Establishes Overwatch® League 1170 days, 18 hours, 35 minutes and 17 seconds ago Blizzard Entertainment today announced the creation of the Overwatch League—a world-class sports ecosystem for professional Overwatch competition. Combining Blizzard’s esports pedigree with the best practices of major professional sports, the Overwatch League will focus on long-term stability for teams as well as opportunities for players to establish the types of professional careers associated with traditional sports. To learn more, read the press release or visit www.overwatchleague.com. 2016 Pumpkin Contest Winners 1174 days, 19 hours, 41 minutes and 17 seconds ago The winners of this year's pumpkin-carving contest have been chosen -- and they're monstrously spectacular. We'd like to thank everyone who participated this year, and we can't wait to see your mad scientist skills in action again next time around. Check out all of the creepy, incredible, and creative winning pumpkins here. Update 19.0.1 Release Notes 1179 days, 9 hours, 47 minutes and 52 seconds ago Update 19 Release Notes 1187 days, 19 hours, 43 minutes and 2 seconds ago New Dev Diary! 1188 days, 13 hours, 8 minutes ago Click here for a new Developer's Diary looking at Premium Housing! 2016 Halloween Pumpkin Carving Contest 1188 days, 20 hours, 10 minutes and 17 seconds ago The Halloween season has finally arrived, and we’re ready to cut straight to the heart of the holiday. If you're dying to pick up a knife and hack, gash, slash, and jab at something, then you might be excited to hear that as of October 17, Blizzard's 2016 Halloween Pumpkin Carving Contest has officially begun! Unleash your magical axes, psi blades, chitinous claws, and other creative cutlery to carve up Blizzard-themed jack-o''-lanterns of epic awesomeness. If you're unclear as to what epic awesomeness looks like in the flesh, you can check out previous pumpkins for some inspiration.. We’ll choose five of the grandest Cucurbita to each receive $60.00 Battle.net® Balance. Don’t delay; start carving right away! The fourteenth annual pumpkin carving contest ends on October 27, so be sure to check out the contest page for rules and eligibility and get straight to slicing. Beyond the Windstream - Producer's Letter 1213 days, 12 hours, 35 minutes and 10 seconds ago Greetings Daevas and Happy Daeva’s Day! As Aion turns the corner and completes its 7th year of live service in the West, it's as good a time as ever to take a step back and look at where it stands. This past year has not been without its challenges, and we definitely would not have made it through without the loyalty and dedication of you, our players. From the bottom of our hearts, thank you from the entire Aion team. In this letter, I'll share with you some of the team's priorities and plans for the next twelve months. Bear in mind that we're already working on these as I write this, and on several of them simultaneously - while we might prioritize one or two in the immediate term, none will be neglected. Lastly, this is not an exhaustive list, just some insight into what we are planning for the coming year – as time moves on and other plans become more solidified, I will write more letters to address them. The Long Term With the 5.0 update just behind us, one of our top priorities is to improve the frequency of our game updates, and improve the communication surrounding them. In recent months, we've fallen further behind schedule than we would like to be, and this is obviously a problem. Also, it's not fair to our players to have to watch those from other regions enjoy an update for months on end, with little word from us about when that update will be out here. To that end, we are streamlining our update process and will be better about communicating with players on when they can expect to see content. Another major item we have been discussing (and a hot topic in the community) is server merges. While Aion has much to offer, server population has been falling for some time. Those of you who remain are as dedicated as ever and are sustaining the game with your passion and patronage, but we still want the best possible environment for you to play in. Before making official announcements, there are several considerations we need to make - player-side impacts like rankings, housing and game economy, and team-side impacts such as scheduling needs and how this may (or may not) affect the overall schedule of our game updates. We are still in preliminary discussions regarding server merges so we're not ready to announce anything just yet, but look for this information in the coming months. The Immediate Future In the coming weeks, the Daeva’s Day events will wrap up, and we will move into Harvest Revel. Popular events such as Alchemy and the Nightmare Circus will return. Moving further out, we look forward to the next update to Echoes of Eternity arriving before the year is out, bringing with it a host of changes to the Arena as well as a level 66+ Dredgion and a new Archdaeva-exclusive crafting discipline. We will post more information as we near the release date, but know that we are all very excited to have you experience this update and the next chapter of Aion’s story. If you’re looking into jumping back into Aion, we definitely encourage you and welcome you to do so! The success and longevity of the game would not be possible without your continued support and passion for the game. Thank you for taking the time to read this letter and we hope to see you in game. Azeroth Burns With Excitement for Legion! 1228 days, 10 minutes and 17 seconds ago Though Gul’dan and the Burning Legion seek the complete destruction of Azeroth, there is hope yet! Heroes of the Horde and the Alliance have amassed a truly fearsome army of their own—as of Legion’s first full day of launch, more than 3.3 million copies had sold-through, and World of Warcraft’s launch-week player concurrency reached its highest point since 2010’s Cataclysm. See the press release for more info. The Battle Against the Legion™ Begins! 1237 days, 10 minutes and 17 seconds ago A great burning shadow falls across Azeroth—World of Warcraft: Legion is now live! Starting today, players around the world can embark on their quest to the Broken Isles, seek out Artifact weapons of legendary might, and master an all-new hero class: the outcast Demon Hunters of the Illidari. To learn more, read the press release or visit www.wowlegion.com. Update to Aion: Echoes of Eternity Has Arrived! 1242 days, 14 hours, 13 minutes and 35 seconds ago Plumes can now be purified into Pure Plumes, you can explore the Luna Shop and all the services it offers, the Atreian Passport has been updated, and more! The Luna Shop Preview Guide Plume Accessory Guide & FAQ We also have the Power of the Plumes promotion for tempering your Pure Plume as high as you can. Follow this link for more details. This update has many more updates and addttions. View the patch notes here for full details on what’s new. Weekly Server Maintenance - August 17, 2016, 6:00 AM Central 1250 days, 17 hours, 8 minutes and 40 seconds ago There will be an scheduled maintenance period tomorrow, Wednesday, August 17, 2016 from 6:00 AM to 9:30 AM Central Time. The game servers will be unavailable for approximately 3.5 hours. - Changes - Routine website and server maintenance. Server transfer queueing will be unavailable until 8/31. Be sure to follow @L2andAionOps for server updates. Thank you for your patience! Update to Echoes of Eternity Coming on August 24 1256 days, 17 hours, 1 minute and 42 seconds ago The next update to Aion: Echoes of Eternity will launch on August 24, 2016. This update features quality of life changes, changes to the Plume accessory and Atreian Passport, the introduction of the Luna Shop, and more. Follow this link for the intial look into what's coming and stay tuned for more details! Summer Sale 1263 days, 16 hours, 17 minutes and 56 seconds ago Get these summer items while they're hot hot hot or discounted discounted discounted! For 99 NCoin, pick up a new swimsuit you've been dying to get and more. Sale ends August 10. You can see all the available items in our in-game shop or click here for our web store. August Update Sneak Peek 1265 days, 18 hours, 14 minutes and 22 seconds ago Now that Aion: Echoes of Eternity has made its grand entrance, we will be adding the next update to the expansion in a few weeks’ time. This update includes additional quality of life changes, new quests in the new zones, changes to the plume accessory, the introduction of the Luna Shop, and more. New Quests For additional EXP, item gathering, or exploration opportunities, a series of daily, weekly, and party quests in Norsvold and Illuma will be introduced. The Updated Atreian Passport In this updated Atreian Passport you can now see which rewards are available each day. When you complete the month, you can acquire a Mythic Armor Box. The anniversary reward box will have updated items as well! Be sure to log into the game to collect these rewards. Plume Changes & the Pure Plume Accessory In this upcoming update, plumes will no longer explode or lose tempering levels if the plume fails to temper. You can temper your plume without it going boom! Also, if you have a +10 or above plume, you can visit the Equipment Purifier to purify your plume to the all-new Pure Plume. During the purification process, the tempering levels will be reset and the Pure Plume stats boosted. You will also select an additional stat for the Pure Plume. For a Magic Boost plume, you can purify it to add Magic Accuracy or Crit Spell. You can also temper the Pure Plume with Tempering Solutions to continue to boost the accessory’s HP and secondary stats. If the temper fails, the Pure Plume will not go boom, but its tempering level will be lost. The Luna Shop The Luna Detachment, an independent organization of Shugos and Daevas, is making their way to Atreia and they will need your help. Soon you can visit the Luna Shop where you can exchange Luna, a new currency, for unique services from the shop. Services include accessing a mini wardrobe allowing you to register and reuse a skin multiple times, and collecting crafting materials from missions to create a variety of aesthetic items including skins and mounts. These highlights are just a few of what is to come in August 2016. Stay tuned for our release date and additional information these additions! You’re Invited to the Most Magical Party in Azeroth! 1268 days, 18 hours, 50 minutes and 17 seconds ago Get ready to hit the dance floor with One Night in Karazhan™, the newest Hearthstone® Adventure! Step inside the magus Medivh’s enchanted tower for a night of enchantment and extravagance—and add 45 groovy new cards to your collection. For more information on the hottest shindig of the century, read the official press release! Aion 5.0: Echoes of Eternity is Live! 1284 days, 11 hours, 6 minutes and 3 seconds ago The next Aion expansion has arrived. Echoes of Eternity is now live and can be downloaded for free. In this update, become the Archdaeva and progress to the new maximum level cap of 75, and for the first time, enter the Tower of Eternity, where all good and evil had originated from. Enjoy the latest update to Aion and these events to get started! - Free Plastic Surgery Ticket - Available via survery, collect your free [Untradeable] Plastic Surgery Ticket one per server, per account. Survey is available until Wednesday, July 20. - Level Up Rewards - A survey will appear when you reach the following levels: Level 68 - Enchantment Stone Powder (x2000) Level 72 - Akhal's Armor Box (your choice of equipment piece) Level 75 - [Event] Plastic Surgery Ticket or [Event] Gender Switch ticket (your choice) - Bonus EXP Events - From July 13 to August 10, 2016: Players on the Fast-Track Server will earn double EXP at all levels up to level 60 instead of 50. Double XP Weekends will apply to the Standard Server, Instance, and Panesterra. Bonus weekends will start at Friday 12 AM Central and end Sunday 11:59 PM Central. - Complementary Berdin's Lucky Star - For a limited time, level 65+ players will receive a complementary Berdin's Lucky Star to charge the new experience boost system, Berdin's Favor. The Lucky Star can be claimed via survey. For more information on Berdin's Favor and Berdin's Lucky Star, please refer to the patch notes here. - Store Update - We've added a few new items as well making some event items permanently available on the store. See everything we've added to the store and more by clicking here. Echoes of Eternity Store Update 1284 days, 18 hours, 42 minutes and 33 seconds ago Aion: Echoes of Eternity is now live and along with the latest expansion, our store has been updated with new and discounted items for all Daeva and upcoming Archdaevas. Here is just a highlight of what is available. - New Items - Berdin's Lucky Star Berdin's Favor is a new experience boost system that can be activated with Berdin's Lucky Star. Each Star charges 4% of the EXP bar and while Berdin's Favor is active, you will receive a 300% boost in experience from hunting, gathering, and crafting! - Permanent Additions - Burlesque Bunny, Stormbringer's Regalia, Outlaw Outfit, Matador's Trappings, Swim Class We've made many costumes previously only obtainable through our events permanently available on the store, including the all-new Swim Class swimwear. Special Courier Passes & Enduring Tuning Scrolls No need to open Lockboxes for these items any more! - Discounted Items - For a limited time, Plastic Surgery Tickets, Gender Switch Tickets, and [Event] Berdin's 100% XP Amulet V are on sale. Discounted prices are available until July 27, 2016. Echoes of Eternity Lore Cinematic 1298 days, 17 hours, 46 minutes and 36 seconds ago Learn the truth about Archdaeva and the fateful day the Tower of Eternity shattered in our lore cinematic. Aion: Echoes of Eternity launches on July 13, 2016. Visit our teaser site for more information. Blizzard Among 2016 1306 days, 18 hours, 10 minutes and 17 seconds ago We're humbled to be among such elite company, and to be considered a top career destination is downright inspiring. After more than 25 years of bringing epic entertainment experiences to life, we’re more excited for the future than ever before—and you could be a part of it! Whether you’re a current student interested in an internship or a recent graduate wondering how to get your start in gaming, Blizzard's University Relations team has developed a variety of roles and programs focused on welcoming the next generation of talent to Blizzard. Our paid summer internships are 12 weeks long, and we have entry-level roles exclusively for recent grads, designed to put you and your new degree to work in your chosen discipline from day one. We also partner with the World of Warcraft team to host an annual art contest for student artists and animators, and offer prizes including mentorship sessions with a Blizzard artist. Internships and new grad positions go up every fall, so be sure to follow @BlizzardCareers on Twitter for the latest updates and openings, and check out our student section for more details! Store Update - June 15, 2016 1312 days, 18 hours, 33 minutes and 41 seconds ago The Afterburner mount, Shark Betrayal costume, and [Event] Jug of Liquid Experience are now permanent additions to store. Also for two week limited time sale, pick up the [Event] Brilliant Composite Manastone Bundle where you can choose your favorite Composite Manastone! Visit the in-game shop or see our web store for these sale items and more! Return to the Tower of Eternity on July 13! 1319 days, 18 hours, 46 minutes and 10 seconds ago Return to where it all began, the Tower of Eternity, and get ready for the journey you’ve been waiting for because Aion 5.0, Echoes of Eternity, is launching on July 13, 2016. Mark your calendars, set your alarms, you don’t want to miss this day! If you are new to Aion or just returned, our Homeward Bound event is a great place to start or catch up. Blizzard and Facebook Team Up to Connect Gamers 1321 days, 23 hours, 10 minutes and 17 seconds ago Blizzard Entertainment and Facebook are working together to provide gamers with new ways to connect and share their gaming experiences from all over the world. To learn more about this exciting new collaboration, see the full press release. Overwatch Hits 7 Million Players 1326 days, 13 hours, 10 minutes and 17 seconds ago When the world needed heroes, citizens from around the globe rose to the occasion! Blizzard's new team shooter Overwatch launched worldwide May 24 on PC, PS4, and Xbox One, and since then more than 7 million players have joined the fight for the future. Read the press release to learn more, then join the battle at www.playoverwatch.com. Coming Soon - Aion: Echoes of Eternity 1334 days, 15 hours, 17 minutes and 15 seconds ago Aion 5.0 update is on its way! Travel back to the Tower of Eternity in our next game expansion, Echoes of Eternity. In this new journey, we begin to recover lost memories from the Cataclysm and discover a truth that will forever change the destiny of Atreia. As a Daeva, you will soon be able to experience: Increased maximum level: Become an Archdaeva and progress to level 75! New instance: Archives of Eternity. Enter the Tower of Eternity for the first time! New zones: Norsvold and Iluma, two ancient areas locked in time at the base of the tower! ... and more. Coming soon to Atreia, Echoes of Eternity. Keep your eye on the website for more details in the coming days and weeks. Overwatch® Is Now Live! 1335 days, 10 minutes and 17 seconds ago Today, the watch begins for gamers around the globe as Overwatch, Blizzard Entertainment’s team-based first-person shooter, is now available on Windows PC, PlayStation® 4, and Xbox One! See the full press release for more information, and join the fight for the future at www.playoverwatch.com. 1 NCoin Ailu Candies 1340 days, 8 hours, 53 minutes and 41 seconds ago Until June 1, 2016 pick up Ailu transformation candies for 1 NCoin, discounted from 48 NCoin. Take on Beritra or fly in the Abyss as an empowered Ailu! Follow this link to the candy isle. See the Warcraft Movie, Get World of Warcraft Free 1341 days, 21 hours, 40 minutes and 17 seconds ago The Warcraft movie hits theaters soon, and we’ve teamed up with theaters around the world for an epic cinematic promotion. When you buy a ticket to see the Warcraft movie at Regal in the U.S., you’ll receive a free digital copy of World of Warcraft! Read the press release for more details, and for a list of list of theaters participating globally, check out the announcement blog. In addition, anyone who logs in to World of Warcraft between May 25 and August 1 will receive a special set of movie-inspired transmog gear to celebrate the film’s release. Check the gear out here. 9.7 Million Played the Overwatch® Open Beta 1346 days, 16 hours, 10 minutes and 17 seconds ago More than 9.7 million players around the world fought for the future in the recent Open Beta for Overwatch, Blizzard's upcoming team-based shooter, on PlayStation®4 computer entertainment system, Xbox One, and Windows® PC. Thanks to everyone who made this Blizzard’s biggest open beta ever! For more information, check out the press release. Tavern-Goers Beware: Whispers of the Old Gods Has Arrived! 1362 days, 17 hours, 2 minutes and 9 seconds ago Whispers of the Old Gods, the most spine-tingling Hearthstone expansion yet, is now live, and players around the world are invited to succumb to the corruption with 134 new twisted, tentacle-packed cards—including the legendary Old Gods themselves: C’Thun, N’Zoth, Yogg-Saron, and Y’Shaarj. To learn more about Whispers of the Old Gods, check out the press release and visit www.oldgods.com. World of Warcraft®: Legion™ Invades August 30 1370 days, 20 hours, 10 minutes and 17 seconds ago The Burning Legion is returning to Azeroth, and soon the kingdoms of the Horde and the Alliance will be consumed in a storm of fel fire. Starting August 30, realms will shatter, heroes will fall, and the world will stand on the brink of destruction as World of Warcraft: Legion begins arriving in stores. For more information, read the press release or visit www.wowlegion.com. ASU Wins Heroes of the Dorm 2016 1377 days, 16 hours, 29 minutes and 17 seconds ago Thousands of student gamers from hundreds of schools across the U.S. and Canada took part in the second season of Blizzard Entertainment’s Heroes of the Dorm. After fighting their way through a formidable pool of challengers, the 'Real Dream Team' from ASU went undefeated, earning the title of this year’s Heroes of the Storm collegiate champions! Check out the press release. 10th BlizzCon Coming to California November 4–5 1382 days, 20 hours, 10 minutes and 17 seconds ago Join us in for an epic celebration of Blizzard games and the communities that bring them to life! The tenth BlizzCon gaming convention is returning to the Anaheim Convention Center on Friday, November 4 and Saturday, November 5, 2016. Tickets go on sale in two batches on April 20 and 23, with tickets to a special Benefit Dinner in support of Children’s Hospital of Orange County (CHOC) going on sale April 27. For more information, read the press release or head to BlizzCon.com. Eggstravaganza Store Update - March 2016 1396 days, 11 hours, 25 minutes and 36 seconds ago Spring is officially here! The warmer weather also brings new outfits, dyes, and savings! Visit the Black Cloud Marketplace to see all of the items here. Heartseeker Outfit New on the Black Cloud Marketplace by popular demand and modeled by two of our very own, the Heartseeker Outift is now permanently available. Moon Rabbit Picnic Outfit Also permanently added to the Black Cloud Marketplace, the Moon Rabbit Picnic outfit is now available! Romantic Purple Dye The Romantic Purple Dye is here as a permanent addition to the Black Cloud Marketplace. All items in the dye category are 50% off for a limited time, until March 30, 2016. Costume Sale The Cute Rabbit Costume, Lovely Pink Rabbit Costume, and Classy Gray Rabbit costume are 50% off until March 30, 2016. Pet Eggs The Harvest Saam Egg, Traveling Kitter Egg, Hungry Porgus Egg, Pinkhair Steren Egg are all 50% off until March 30, 2016. Magnificent Clucklich For a limited time, the Magnificent Clucklish is on sale for 50% off. Sale ends March 30, 2016. Whispers of the Old Gods™ to Descend Upon Hearthstone® 1408 days, 17 hours, 10 minutes and 17 seconds ago Ancient evil rises in Whispers of the Old Gods™, the third expansion for Blizzard Entertainment’s Hearthstone®: Heroes of Warcraft™! Soon, the tavern will succumb to the twisted influence of the four Old Gods of Azeroth. Old friends have been corrupted, and unfamiliar allies take to battle in the form of 134 new, tentacle-packed cards. For more information on this spine-tingling expansion, read the official press release! Overwatch Begins the Fight for the Future May 24 1412 days, 19 hours, 10 minutes and 17 seconds ago Assemble your team and prepare your defenses—Overwatch arrives in stores starting May 24 on PC, PS4, and Xbox One! As an added bonus, if you pre-purchase digitally or preorder for any platform at participating retailers, you’ll unlock early access to the upcoming Open Beta for you and a friend starting May 3. Read the press release for more information, then get ready to join the fight for the future. Hearthstone® Coming to Thailand Soon! 1416 days, 12 hours, 10 minutes and 17 seconds ago The Inn is humming with excitement as its patrons prepare to welcome a slew of newcomers. Blizzard and INI3 announced that Hearthstone: Heroes of Warcraft will be available fully localized in Thai in the coming weeks, along with a localized Battle.net® account-creation process to support new players visiting the tavern from Thailand. For full details, be sure to check out the full press release. Hatter Madness Store Update 1424 days, 13 hours, 36 minutes and 8 seconds ago Along with the newest update to AIon: Upheaval, we're bringing some new and permanent items to the Black Cloud Marketplace! Wonderland and Hatter's Madness Costume See just how deep the rabbit hole goes with these new costumes. Instance Entry Scrolls Gain additional entries to both Infernal Danuar Reliquary and Infernal Illuminary Obelisk with these entry scrolls. Wrapping Scrolls Wrap and send Eternal, Mythic, or Fabeled weapons, armor, and accessories, now permanently in the store at a new lower price! Mythic Tuning Scrolls Another permanent additions to the store, use these scrolls to retune your Mythic armor or weapons. Visit the Black Cloud Marketplace to take home all of these great items. Upgrade Arcade: February 2016 1431 days, 13 hours, 40 minutes and 4 seconds ago Come one, come all, to the Upgrade Arcade! Try your luck by upgrading an on-screen weapon to the next level. At certain Upgrade Levels, you will unlock different prizes including Stigma Bundles, Aether Glider wings, and the all-new Quick Frillneck mount! Step right up! Don’t be shy – we’ll even give you a free try! - How to Play - The Upgrade Arcade can be accessed by clicking the smiling Shugo icon on the lower right corner of your screen. Use this icon to play, browse the prize list, or check out the Help guide. To play, you’ll need an Arcade Token. One Arcade Token is consumed each time you begin playing at level 1, and will last until you claim a prize. This means it’s possible for you to get to Upgrade Level 8 on one token! Click Play to start the mini-game and you'll see the weapon on the screen change before you. Subsequently by clicking Play, you will continue to upgrade the weapon and the Upgrade Level. There is a chance to fail at each upgrade level so play wisely!If you want to claim your prize, click Reward and a random item from the tier's prize list will be placed in your inventory. For this edition of the Upgrade Arcade, we're also unveiling a brand new UI: If your upgrade fails at Upgrade Level 6 or higher, you have two choices. You can claim your level 1 prize, or you can click the Resume option to spend two tokens and regain your place! The Resume icon lights up to let you know it can be used, but can only be used once per play. As you play the Upgrade Arcade, you will notice the Frenzy Meter filling up. Every token you use to play or resume will fill up the bar. Once the bar is full, Frenzy Mode begins and you have 90 seconds of boosted upgrade chances and additional Frenzy Rewards! Click away! Once the Frezy Meter is full, you'll fill one of the stars at the top and when all four are filled you'll instantly receive a prize from the highest prize tier. - Where to Get Arcade Tokens - There are a few ways for you to get tokens for the Upgrade Arcade. A survey will be available for players level 30+ for (1) Arcade Token. One survey per server per account. Prestige Badge holders will receive an additional (2) Arcade Token via survey each week of the event. Arcade Tokens can also be purchased individually or as a bundle from the in-game shop or web store. - Rewards - The rewards can be viewed in the Upgrade Arcade menu and are distributed randomly from the upgrade tier you end on. Remember, you can claim your reward at any time. If you want that prize at Upgrade Level 6 without risking a failure on your next attempt, hit the Rewards button to claim it right away. Keep in mind that if your upgrade fails and you do not resume playing, through choice or lack of tokens, you will only get a prize from Upgrade Level 1. Rewards available include Mythic Drakenspire Depths weapon bundles (both Dark Lord's and Darken Lord's are available) that let you choose a weapon for your class. There's also the brand new Can Costume and Can Hat. Try your luck at the Upgrade Arcade! Mini-game ends March 2, 2016. Blizzard Entertainment Celebrates 25 Years 1440 days, 13 hours, 8 minutes and 17 seconds ago This year marks the 25th anniversary of Blizzard Entertainment! We’d like to extend our sincerest thanks to our amazing community of players around the world for an epic quarter-century of games, friendship, and incredible experiences—we can’t wait to share our next adventures with you. Blizzard Entertainment Celebrates 25 Years 1441 days, 12 hours, 10 minutes and 17 seconds ago Store Update - February 3, 2016 1445 days, 16 hours and 16 seconds ago Valentine's Day is almost here! Celebrate with special Pureheart and Heartseeker weapons on sale for a limited time. Pureheart Weapons Show your enemies your sweet side with these festive white chocolate weapons. Heartseeker Weapons If dark chocolate is your flavor, the Heartseeker weapons will satisfy your sweet tooth while bringing the pain to your enemies. Click here to visit the Black Cloud Marketplace. Sale ends February 17, 2016. Heroes of the Dorm Returns to ESPN 1451 days, 20 hours, 10 minutes and 17 seconds ago College students across the United States and Canada are invited to storm the Nexus, represent their schools, and go HAM on the core in Blizzard Entertainment and Tespa’s 2016 Heroes of the Dorm competition! Check out the full press release here. Item Drops Are Doubling! 1464 days, 12 hours, 23 minutes and 20 seconds ago Starting today, January 15, 2016 until January 27, 2016, we're doubling the item drop rate! Log on starting at 6:00 pm CST to start earning double the drops and fill your inventory! Event starts at 6:00 pm CST (server time) on January 15, 2016 and ends with the maintenance on January 27, 2016. This event will stack with drop boost items. This event does not affect event drops. Log in to collect your free bonus items and start collecting double item drops today! Happy 20th, Warcraft II! 1488 days, 16 hours, 10 minutes and 17 seconds ago Originally released in December 1995, Warcraft II: Tides of Darkness expanded the conflict between the Horde and the Alliance to truly epic proportions. In addition to introducing characters and settings that would serve as a rich foundation for many future adventures across a range of games and other media, Warcraft II was our first release to support simultaneous online combat between more than two players (up to eight), and it kicked off our tradition of including a robust map editor with our real-time strategy titles. In many ways, Warcraft II's popularity had a huge influence on much of what was to come for Blizzard—from the creation of Battle.net; to StarCraft; to World of Warcraft and the upcoming Warcraft movie; and best of all, to our cherished connection with the passionate, dedicated fellow gamers around the world whom we are proud to call the Blizzard community. Happy 20th anniversary to Warcraft II . . . and thank you, everyone, for helping to make Azeroth such a vibrant and inviting place all these years. Happy Holidays! 1489 days, 19 hours, 10 minutes and 17 seconds ago From everyone at Blizzard to you and yours, have a safe and happy holiday season! To help celebrate, we've prepared a Holiday Card Gallery featuring a festive card. Enjoy! 2016 StarCraft II World Championship Series 1493 days, 15 hours, 10 minutes and 17 seconds ago As another great year of StarCraft II esports winds down, we’re excited to share details on our plans for the 2016 World Championship Series! Find out what's in store for esports enthusiasts around the world at the WCS website. Fight for Aiur! 1530 days, 22 hours, 10 minutes and 17 seconds ago Blizzard Entertainment today announced that StarCraft II: Legacy of the Void, the third game in its acclaimed StarCraft II real-time strategy series, has warped in to retailers around the world and is now available in the Battle.net Shop. Check out the press release for all the details! Pre-purchase World of Warcraft: Legion Now 1534 days, 16 hours, 10 minutes and 17 seconds ago The Burning Legion’s assault on Azeroth begins next summer—but for heroes around the world, hunting preparations start now. Today at BlizzCon 2015, Blizzard Entertainment announced that World of Warcraft ® : Legion™, the sixth expansion to its acclaimed massively multiplayer online role-playing game, is now available for pre-purchase at www.wowlegion.com. For more information, read the official press release. Hearthstone: The League of Explorers Coming November 12 1534 days, 16 hours, 11 minutes and 17 seconds ago Grab your hat and torch; it’s time to go exploring! Today at BlizzCon, Blizzard Entertainment revealed The League of Explorers™—a brand-new Adventure that sends brave duelists far and wide on harrowing expeditions to recover a mysterious lost relic. The newest addition to Hearthstone’ s Adventure Mode, The League of Explorers will pit adventurers against dastardly villains in fierce encounters that will require unique strategies to conquer. And yes, there might be serpents. For more information, read the official press release. Hearthstone® Now Live in Japan! 1551 days, 1 hour, 1 minute and 17 seconds ago The Innkeeper has officially opened the tavern doors in a whole new part of the world—Hearthstone: Heroes of Warcraft is now available fully localized in Japanese! With this new release, it’s easier than ever for players in Japan to pull up a chair and get in on all the fun. Linkin Park Live at BlizzCon® 2015! 1551 days, 20 hours, 10 minutes and 17 seconds ago Grammy Award–winning rock band Linkin Park is closing out this year’s BlizzCon on Saturday, November 7 . . . and anyone can get a front-row seat from home with the BlizzCon Virtual Ticket! Check out the press release to learn more about Linkin Park's performance and this year's show. We’ll choose five of the grandest Cucurbita to earn one Stiches Plush with In-Game skin. Don’t delay; start carving right away! The thirteenth annual pumpkin carving contest ends on October 29, so be sure to check out the contest page for rules and eligibility and get straight to slicing. Hearthstone Coming to Japan in October 1568 days, 23 hours, 40 minutes and 17 seconds ago The innkeeper’s getting ready to set up shop in a whole new land! Blizzard Entertainment is bringing Hearthstone® to Japan this month. Soon everyone in Japan will have access to a fully localized Japanese-language version, making it easier than ever to pull up a chair and get in on all the card-slinging action. Check out the press release to learn more. StarCraft II: Legacy of the Void Warps In November 10 1588 days, 19 hours, 25 minutes and 17 seconds ago The countdown to reclaim Aiur has begun! Beginning November 10, players will guide Hierarch Artanis as he fights to unite the protoss in Legacy of the Void, the third installment in Blizzard’s iconic real-time strategy series, StarCraft II. Watch the newly revealed opening cinematic to prep yourself for the coming battle, and pre-purchase the game now to unlock some exciting bonuses—including immediate access to the Whispers of Oblivion prologue missions. For more information, read the official press release or visit www.starcraft2.com. Ready Your Lances: The Grand Tournament™ Has Arrived! 1608 days, 20 hours, 5 minutes and 37 seconds ago The Grand Tournament, the second expansion for Hearthstone: Heroes of Warcraft, is now live, and players around the world are invited to join in on the fun. This expansion brings over 130 knightly cards to the (round) table, along with exciting new game mechanics that will inspire creative new deck strategies. For more information on all that awaits you in The Grand Tournament, check out the press release or visit the official Grand Tournament page. Unicorns Return to RIFT Aug. 6-12 1626 days, 18 hours, 15 minutes and 54 seconds ago Giddy-up: Unicornalia returns to RIFT Aug. 6-12! Unicorns from the Plane of Life are whinnying themselves hoarse in fear for their lives! Prepare to assist the PRI in rescuing these stunning steeds by completing special Unicornalia event quests. In return, you’ll receive Sparkle Essences which can be saved up or exchanged for your very own Opal Unicorn Mount. You can even earn or purchase Limited Edition: Sparkle Troves that have a chance to contain the rare Onyx Unicorn Mount. The event starts tomorrow, Aug. 6 and ends on August 12, so be sure to talk to the PRI representatives waiting in your capital city before the unicorns disappear! World of Warcraft: Legion Revealed at gamescom 1626 days, 20 hours, 10 minutes and 17 seconds ago The Burning Legion returns to bring destruction to Azeroth once and for all in Legion, the upcoming sixth expansion to World of Warcraft! Unveiled at gamescom, World of Warcraft: Legion introduces an all-new hero class—the vengeful Demon Hunter—and equips players with mighty Artifacts, customizable weapons that hold the power to destroy the Legion’s infernal armies. To learn more about the expansion, read the press release and visit the official website. Nightmare Saga: Act 2 is Live 1633 days, 13 hours, 31 minutes and 10 seconds ago Orphiel Farwind has opened a portal to the past. Uncover the key to ending his reign in the second act of The Nightmare Saga – now live! In Part 2 of the Nightmare Saga, you’ll follow Orphiel on a journey through pivotal moments in Telaran history, from the Mathosian civil war to the fall of Port Scion, in an attempt to unveil the mysteries behind Lord Arak’s origins. If he is indeed the Nightmare, who is the dreamer? Embark upon this tour through time to receive awesome rewards, including a Smooth Guffin Pebble to summon 3 ferocious Guffins to fight by your side and your very own (tradeable!) Orphiel Farwind Dimension NPC with a habit of opening portals to unforeseen places. Shake the fog of nightmares from your shoulders, Ascended. Let not the river of innocent blood in your wake be the legacy that Lord Arak forces upon you. You will have your vengeance in time! RIFT Behind the Scenes: Stephen “Drakcoon” Mabee 1635 days, 17 hours, 32 minutes and 35 seconds ago Community Manager Eric “Ocho” Cleaver sits down with Senior Concept Artist Stephen “Drakcoon” Mabee to talk about art, RIFT, and Planetouched Wilds! Ocho: Could you introduce yourself? SM: Hi, I’m Stephen Mabee, Senior Concept Artist, also known as Drakcoon on the forums. Ocho: How long have you been here? SM: Around a year and eight months. I’ve been with RIFT since the beginning, though! Ocho: Tell me a little bit about your history with RIFT. How did you start? SM: I originally came from another MMO, where I was a hardcore raider. I had hit a couple world firsts in that game, but it had gotten stale and I was looking for something new. The early news about RIFT, especially dynamic rifts, really attracted me so I came over with some of my friends to check it out. Ocho: What are some of your favorite memories of playing RIFT? SM: Interestingly, I really enjoyed the process of leveling up! The large group of friends who I was playing with was a big advantage. Killing Greenscale together for the first time was a huge rush! Ocho: Do you still play RIFT? SM: I still play RIFT quite a bit. For me, it’s father-and-son bonding time, since my father also plays. We’re big into PvP and playing Warfronts together. Ocho: Favorite Spec? SM: Right now I’m playing Warlord and Reaver. Reaver is pretty solid at the moment, but Vladd is sure to keep changing things to keep us on our toes. Ocho: What’s day-to-day life for a concept artist on the RIFT team like? SM: Every day I get tasks from my manager, Marigold. She explains importance, and we tackle them in order. I’ve been working on armor and mounts for a while, making sure we have new stuff in the pipeline for players. Once I’ve got my tasks, I get my coffee and go at them! Ocho: What have you been working on lately in RIFT? SM: Recently, I’ve been working on the Shalistiri who we’re fleshing out for an upcoming release. They’re genie people who have been getting more attention and backstory. I start with the bosses and gradually work my way down towards the base creatures. I’ve also worked on a set of weapons for them to go along with that. Ocho: Do you spend much time looking at references or searching out inspiration? SM: I usually gather a bunch at the beginning, looking at Google or surfing art sites. I generally have a pretty good idea of where to go after talking to Captain Cursor, who comes up with the story and lore side. For the Shalistiri, I thought genie. It’s a little cheesy, but my mind went to Robin Williams, so in a way it’s a bit of my tribute to him. Other things I looked at included Middle Eastern cultures. The Shalistiri are air creatures, so wind and air motifs play in a lot. Flowing and elegant designs were on my mind while concepting them. Ocho: What’s something you particularly liked after seeing it in game? SM: A lot of it hasn’t been released yet, but the next raid we will release is really exciting to me. It’s a bit of a different direction than we normally go, but the raid will be unique visually with a lot of different elements that will be completely new to RIFT. Ocho: What is your favorite thing to create? SM: Big, bad bosses. When I go to the forums and I see a boss that I helped design being a challenge for players, I enjoy it. When folks do finally beat it, it’s glorious, with a lot of yelling. I’ve been there so I know how great that feels. Ocho: How did you get involved in doing art? SM: I started doing art, drawing and whatnot, at a really early age. My parents both loved art. My dad was into fantasy art, and it was always around growing up. Dad was an inspiring artist, but he went the military route, which is a bit different. They were always very supportive of my interest in art. Art went away when I was in middle and high school – I had other things on my mind at that time. I guess I got really serious about it again towards my senior year of high school, when I was figuring out what I wanted to do with my life. Ocho: Did you go to school for art? SM: I attended Ringling College of Design in Sarasota, Florida. Ocho: What was your course of study? SM: Originally, I was considering computer animation, but the year I started school was sort of the end of traditional cell animation. I re-evaluated what I wanted, and went with illustration as a general field. Ocho: Do you have any advice? Concept art is pretty much the coolest art job in the company. It’s what most folks think of when they say, “I want to create art for video games!” SM: Spend more time on art than anything else, even games. Draw every single day, and spend most of your day doing art rather than whatever else you could be doing. You might think you’re missing a lot, but most of that can be made up. Practice is super important and just takes time. You can’t fake tens of thousands of hours drawing. Ocho: How do the long development cycles and delayed gratification from seeing your creations in-game impact you as an artist? SM: I don’t mind it too much. I’m constantly creating new art, so it’s nice to see stuff I’ve worked on pop up. It refuels me and keeps me going. Since it’s been so long, I can look at it with fresh eyes. The next raid we will release was concepted months and months ago. Ocho: So you’re the guy who has all the info the players want about future content? SM: I might know a few things. We work really tightly with the design team, because the closer we work together the better the stuff we come up. We have a really great relationship with the designers here on the RIFT team. Ocho: What’s it like digging in Captain Cursor’s RIFT is Overrun with Razorbacks! Round ‘em up July 23-29 1640 days, 12 hours, 27 minutes and 58 seconds ago Razorbacks are going hog wild in RIFT! Now through July 29, you’ll have a chance to get a brand-new mount by helping terrified Telarans fend off these predatory pigs. Get to wrasslin’ and wranglin’ while completing Instant Adventures and closing Nightmare Rifts to earn Succulent Truffles – special event currency that can be exchanged for Razorback Troves that, when opened, may contain the mightiest swine you can ride: a brand new Armored Razorback Mount! If you’ve been itching to rule the roads with one of these robust razorbacks, now’s your chance! Talk to your local PRI Representative to complete daily quests and get one step closer to charging into combat on the back of these battle-ready boars. Get the Inside Scoop on Assault Mode 1641 days, 12 hours, 11 minutes and 10 seconds ago Be among the first to discover all the details of the new Warfront mode and map coming in RIFT: Into the Wilds! Read on for more information and join us for our live stream and playtest! Assault Mode: The ebb and flow of battle can be intense, and our newest addition to Warfronts captures this very spirit! In Assault Mode, you’ll play the part of Attacker or Defender while fighting through a series of objectives. Occupy strategic positions and force your way into your enemies’ inner sanctum, or drive your foes from your halls and secure your defenses against future assault. Once an assault is completed, you then switch roles and the battle resumes! Assault on Bronze Tomb: Assault on Bronze Tomb is an all-new Warfront Map and environment build specifically for Assault Mode. It features three distinct stages, brutal room-to-room combat, and a vast trove of ancient Brevanic technology, magic, and wealth. Mercenary companies from all over Telara and beyond rush to take control of this wondrous cache. You must fight through the Tomb to take your prize, but will you have the strength defend your new wealth? Each team will attack and defend the strategic capture points throughout the Tomb. As one falls, more will open. Be wary of the Tomb’s devastating traps – or use them to your advantage to defeat your enemies! Passage of the Fallen Heroes Attackers and Defenders first clash amid the Tomb’s outer defenses, surging back and forth using jump pads to propel themselves into the fray. With two capture points to hold in order to secure the passage, teams must split their forces to retain control. Powerups and fiery traps add to the excitement in this entry point to the Tomb. Tomb of the First Settlers The action does not end once the Passage of the Fallen Heroes falls! Defenders can retreat to the Tomb of the First Settlers and rally around two additional control points in its central chamber. Opportunities for flanking maneuvers exist, but combatants will have to navigate amongst fiendish spike traps to take advantage of them. Aurentine Treasure Vault Finally, a dedicated attacking force may be able to breach the innermost sanctum of the Bronze Tomb and penetrate the Treasure Vault itself. Before you can gather your riches, however, you’ll have to secure the vault from its tenacious defenders. With cannons, ice traps, and a fountain spewing venom, this is no easy feat! Canons can be activated by either side, so control of these mechanisms can be crucial in capturing this region’s sole control point! Learn All About It Want to learn more about Assault Mode and the Assault on Bronze Tomb? Check out our RIFT live stream on Friday, July 24 or join in on the playtest! We’ll be previewing Assault Mode on Friday, July 24 at 3:30 PM Pacific on the Trion Worlds Twitch channel. Join us as we talk about the what, why, and how of Assault Mode, as well as observe a live test in progress. Host Eric “Ocho” Cleaver will be joined by Michael “Kerilar” Hansen, who will spill all sorts of interesting and fun details about the design. Watching a livestream is exciting, but what could be more fun than being among the first to experience the thrill of Assault Mode? Playing it! Jump on the Public Test Shard this Friday, July 31 at 3:30 PM Pacific, and battle in full view of your fellow players watching. For more details on the playtest, visit the forums… if you dare! So prepare yourself Telaran, the Assault on Bronze Tomb is coming with RIFT: Into the Wilds! Going to Gamescom or PAX Prime? See you there! 1643 days, 14 hours, 29 minutes and 26 seconds ago Trion Worlds welcomes you to community parties at Gamescom and PAX Prime: Come on in and hang out with our Devs and Community Managers – have a drink on us and celebrate all of our games: RIFT, ArcheAge, Trove, Defiance, and now… Devilian! Admission charge? Of course not, we’re Trion! TRION SWAG: Get your limited edition Devilian t-shirt at either party, available on a first-come, first-served basis. One per person ONLY – no, you can’t have an extra one for your BFF, your mom, or your dog. When these shirts are gone, they’re GONE, so show up early! We will offer limited quantities of awesome ArcheAge PvP survival kits (strictly tongue in cheek – you’ll still die to pirates), as well as exclusive game codes for Devilian, RIFT, and Trove. These will be available at both our Gamescom and PAX Prime parties. At PAX only, we will have a very limited number of beautiful RIFT Raid Steins, for true Telarans only! Be prepared to state game name, level, and soul build to prove you’re legit! FINE, FINE, GET TO THE GOOD STUFF: WHERE ARE THESE PARTIES? GAMESCOM: 7:00 – 11:00pm Location: BAUWERK http://www.bauwerk-koeln.de/ We hope to have shuttles from the convention center to Bauwerk – watch our Facebook page for updates: https://www.facebook.com/TrionWorlds PAX PRIME: Location: W HOTEL http://www.wseattle.com/ Some Trionites will be on panels at PAX Prime – watch for the news on that front as soon as PAX announces the schedule! DO I NEED TICKETS? A SHOW PASS? Nope and nope. We are off site for both parties, and welcome all Trion players, up to the capacity of the venues. ID is required for drinks. These parties are truly free-to-play! Watch for updates on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TrionWorlds Or on Twitter: @TrionWorlds Whether Cologne or Seattle – come out and REPRESENT! Your friends at Trion RIFT 3.3 is Live – The Nightmare Saga Begins 1648 days, 16 hours, 36 minutes and 33 seconds ago Dig into the mysteries of the Nightmare Saga, aid Cosmologist Mann in setting Tarken Glacier right, and craft amazing new armor and weapons in RIFT 3.3: Waking Nightmares! The Nightmare Saga Begins Embark on a brand-new Saga Quest revealing the origins of Lord Arak. All level 65 Ascended have received a letter from Purgav, a concerned Ghar Researcher in Goboro Reef, opening the door to this journey to the realm of dreams. Act 1 is available now. Act 2 is set to release on July 29, followed by Act 3 on August 12! Planar Crafting While you’re fighting through Tarken Glacier, stop to battle invaders from Planar Crafting Rifts to acquire all-new materials used in recipes of unprecedented might. Instant Adventure in Tarken Glacier Scale the Glacier in this max-level Instant Adventure that will take you from the jaws of the reanimated dragon, Shigoroth, into the twisted mind of Cosmologist Mann. Silver Loyalty Tier Those who achieve the coveted Silver Tier of Loyalty will be rewarded handsomely with prizes including Distinguished Levitate, the Miss Moneypiggy Companion Pet, and a special new “Pay to Whinny” Minion card. Intrepid Gilded Prophecy Return to Gilded Prophecy with three levels of challenge including an all-new Introductory level that allows you to raid in a more forgiving environment. Already an accomplished raider? Then the challenge can be increased with commensurate rewards! You’re Gonna Need a Bigger Boat Waking Nightmares arrives with new Server Bank Slots, Wardrobe Collections, Fashionable Achievements, Hardmode for Rhen of Fate, and more additions to your favorite systems, plus a new Power Pack and a special Credit Promo: Now through July 31 you’ll fish up an all-new Nightmare Thresher Mount when you buy a $100 Credit Pack in-game. So venture forth, Ascended, and experience epic encounters both old and new. Waking Nightmares has arrived! For full details read the RIFT 3.3 Patch Notes. New Nightmare Thresher with $100 Credit Pack Purchase 1648 days, 17 hours, 50 minutes and 16 seconds ago A rare-spawn Nightmare Thresher Mount is surfacing from the Plane of Water in RIFT 3.3. From now until July 31, players who purchase a $100 Credit Pack in-game will also receive this special terror from the deep. Rest assured: it may look like a nightmare, but it rides like a dream! Read more about RIFT 3.3 Note: Applies to in-game Credit Pack purchases only! Who Wants Free Patron Time? YOU do! Log in to RIFT July 17-19! 1653 days, 15 hours, 58 minutes and 52 seconds ago As a big thank you to all of our loyal players, anyone who logs in to RIFT between 12:01 AM Pacific July 17 and and 11:59 PM Pacific July 19 will be granted 3 free days of Patron Time! It’s that simple, just log in at least once within the above time frame and you’ll get 3 free days of Patron time. We appreciate everything you do to make RIFT the great game it is! Head to the Races for Budgie Week! July 9-15 1654 days, 13 hours, 42 minutes and 4 seconds ago Budgie Madness is back in Telara! If there’s only one thing that the Planar Research Institute loves more than the meticulous study of temporal anomalies, it’s Budgies. And from July 9-15 they’re hosting a new week of races starring your favorite avian mounts. PRI Representatives are waiting to get you saddled up for daily races in Silverwood, Freemarch, Cape Jule, and Pelladane. Victorious jockeys should save up their Bird Seed to take home their very own riding bird. Or try your luck with Umbral Budgie Troves that have a chance to contain the limited edition Umbral Budgie. Don’t miss your chance to catch a ride astride one of these magnificent beasts! Preview RIFT 3.3: Waking Nightmares 1654 days, 13 hours, 42 minutes and 12 seconds ago Sleep no more, Ascended, for the tortured visions haunting your nights only tighten Arak’s grip over Telara. The Lord of Nightmares, who peers into your darkest memories and gives flesh to fear, stirs in cold depths of Draumheim! RIFT 3.3: Waking Nightmares arrives July 15, unleashing the first chapter of the new Nightmare Saga plus Planar Crafting (including new, upgradeable planar gear and weapons), Instant Adventure in Tarken Glacier, and a new, more accessible variant of the Gilded Prophecy raid. Prepare today – Arak and Laethys await! Gilded Prophecy Revealed! 1655 days, 15 hours, 42 minutes and 57 seconds ago Join us on the Trion Twitch Stream on Friday, July 10 at 12:30 PM Pacific for an in depth look at the upcoming Gilded Prophecy raid and more! Eric “Ocho” Cleaver, RIFT Community Manager, will chat with members of the RIFT Raid team including Dev_Anony and Epsiry as they delve into the whats, wheres, and whys behind Gilded Prophecy! We might even have a special appearance by Archonix to recap what’s coming in RIFT 3.3 Waking Madness! See you all there! Waking Nightmares Brings Planar Crafting to Telara 1662 days, 13 hours, 4 minutes and 59 seconds ago After meticulous study of strange temporal anomalies forming in Tarken Glacier, a bounty of new materials has been discovered that should make every profession rejoice! These coveted components hail from the space between the planes, in icy Tarken expanses where the spinning edge of the cosmos siphons rare and potent energies from the elemental realms themselves. These rare materials debut with Planar Crafting in RIFT 3.3: Waking Nightmares, bringing powerful new items, weapons, armor, and accessories to Telara. Ascended eager to uncover the secrets of this new crafting subsystem must seek out Tephael in Choreburg and complete his weekly quest to receive Planar Crafting Lures. Use these lures to tear open Planar Crafting Rifts in Tarken Glacier, then defeat their denizens to obtain highly coveted materials you’ll need for new Planar Crafting recipes! There are 6 types of Planar Crafting lures – one each for Fire, Air, Earth, Water, Death, and Life – and each rift has a chance to drop relic crafting components exclusive to its plane. (These new materials can be fished out of the water, too, using new Planar Fishing Poles.) In addition to holding an amazing amount of useful Nightmare Tide crafting materials, these new rifts also have a chance to drop former raid tokens, Strands of Draum, and Hearts of the Frozen, plus tradable Planar Crafting components used to create new, upgradeable planar gear. To learn even more about Planar Crafting, watch our livestream preview and prepare for the launch of RIFT 3.3! Instant Adventure in Tarken Glacier 1667 days, 15 hours, 49 minutes and 16 seconds ago Once, Cosmologist Mann was the brightest scholar of planar phenomena in the universe – a leader among his peers. Nary a beam of light nor celestial body existed that he could not name. His curiosity knew no bounds, and yet, his gaze reached too far. After discovering the Temple of Aia, he inspired the ire of the Goddess herself, and she filled his mind with visions of a life destroyed by mortals. Now, Mann schemes in the frigid depths of Tarken Glacier, driven by a mad desire to rewrite Telara’s cosmic history. Relive the fight for the Glacier – and stop Mann from releasing Shigoroth upon the Dreaming Seas – in new Instant Adventures debuting with RIFT 3.3: Waking Nightmares. Prepare for harrowing battle in the coldest corners of Nightmare Tide, and reap the rewards of Mann’s research run amok! Temporal Rifts Reopen June 25 – July 1 1668 days, 20 hours, 53 minutes and 47 seconds ago Temporal abnormalities are returning to Telara June 25 – July 1! Help study (and combat) these dangerous phenomena while completing daily quests to receive special loot, mounts, and more. Gain access to Temporal Flux Vaults, earned through quests and available in the RIFT in-game store, and get a chance to take control of your very own rare Black Empyreal Walker mount. Just find your Planar Research Institute representatives in Sanctum, Meridian, or Tempest Bay to get started or pick up where you left off. Those eager to ride inside a Mech of their own, take heart: Both quests and Vaults contain special temporal currency that can be redeemed for Empyreal Walker mounts now and in future events, too! Nightmare Saga Preview 1676 days, 12 hours, 21 minutes and 42 seconds ago Restless in the depths of the Plane of Water, Lord Arak awaits. He knows the fears that lurk in the memories of every Ascended, seizing the visions from their fevered nightmares and giving them breath. Does your mind merely fret in the midst of a fitful sleep, or has the Lord of Nightmares turned his gaze upon you? Next month, RIFT 3.3: Waking Nightmares will unleash the first act of a new Saga Quest bringing Lord Arak’s darkest cabals to light! Ascended brave enough to face their terrors will uncover new mysteries in the deep, along with powerful Nightmare Weapons that can be upgraded into relics with special procs. Prepare today by closing Nightmare Rifts and earning the trust of the Ghar: you never know what help they’ll provide as Arak shakes the foundations of the reality you (think you) know! Summerfest 2015 is coming June 12! 1682 days, 13 hours, 29 minutes and 25 seconds ago Gather your lures and pack your bags! Summerfest returns to Telara June 12 – July 1 along with scavenger hunts, fishing, exploring, companions, and new cosmetic items fit for a season of fun in the sun. Dive into new scavenger hunts across Goboro Reef, Draumheim, and Tarken Glacier, complete the Summer Royalty Achievement to earn your Ravensong mount, and check out this year’s all-new gear including Backpacks and Fae Wings! ZONE EVENT: THE EXUVIA OF KHARGROTH In tune with the cyclical nature of the seasons, Swarmlord Khargroth gathers those loyal to him and unleashes them upon Telara. Thwart his quest for revenge and loot the treasures of the devilish Fae. Join your friends for scavenger hunts throughout Telara – ride a barrel down Scarlet Gorge Falls, risk life and lips to plant a kiss on some of Telara’s greatest villains, and more. You’ll have to follow the clues, though – hunt objectives aren’t marked on your map! NEW MINIONS & RARE COMPANIONS Get Muirden from the RIFT Store to unlock a series of Minions Adventures that lead to – what else – 5 more new Minions! Unique and adorable critters have also returned to zones across Mathosia. Catch and befriend special companions from black bunnies to striped prairie dogs and colorful cobras. SUMMER LOOKS Summer fashion’s alive at the RIFT Store: Collect a variety of swimsuits and open Summerfest Party Baskets packed with seasonal items, pets, currencies, artifacts, Essences, or (for the very lucky) Ravensong himself. Meanwhile, our new Backpacks and Fae Costumes are the essence of hotness, with unique appearances never before seen in RIFT! SEASON’S TREASURES Camp out to earn the title “the Counselor” and catch Summer Sunfish from special nodes throughout the event. As you complete Summerfest quests, you’ll earn Friendship Bracelets and Merit Badges you can trade in for even more seasonal loot. Save 50-75% with our Best-Ever Summer Sale 1682 days, 20 hours, 2 minutes and 52 seconds ago Summer’s just started, but the clock is already ticking on our best-ever sale on legendary Soul Packs, Expansion Packs, and more. Visit the Glyph store to load up on new Souls, Minions, Mounts, Patron time, and tons of extras now through June 21! 50% off Soul Packs Dream Soul Pack: Arbiter, Oracle, Physician, Liberator Storm Soul Pack: Harbinger, Tactician, Defiler, Tempest 50% off Nightmare Tide Infusion Edition: Instant Level 60 Boost plus Typhoon Edition Ultimate Nightmare Edition: Infusion Edition + Typhoon Edition + Riding Shark = Awesome 75% off Classic Collector’s Editions Classic Collector’s Pack: Relive the glory days of Chocolate RIFT on the back of an ancient turtle Upgrade Bundle: Bag, Bogling, Banker, Teleporter, Mounts, and More Glory of the Ascended Pack: Stylish Beasts, Glorious Patron time! Laethys’ Fortune Pack: She’s the Dragon God of Loot. Your loot. *Discounts available via Glyph client and web store only. Unicorns Return – For a Limited Time! 1689 days, 13 hours, 4 minutes and 57 seconds ago The majestic unicorns of Wyredode are riding once more through RIFT! Get started (or pick up where you left off) in our latest Unicornalia event by visiting the PRI reps in capital cities. (Don’t linger – they’re only here through June 10!)” Onyx Unicorn mounts can be acquired from Limited Edition: Sparkle Troves, which you can get on the RIFT Store, as rare drops from the “Hooves and Horns” zone event in Moonshade Highlands, or for completing the achievement “A Rainbow in the Dark.” Opal Unicorn mounts can be purchased with Sparkle Essences you can get from Limited Edition: Sparkle Troves or by completing Unicornalia daily quests in Sanctum and Meridian. Enjoy Unicornalia and prepare for more fun in the sun in the weeks ahead: Summerfest is coming soon! 50% Bonus Weekend Starts Now 1695 days, 21 hours, 9 minutes and 34 seconds ago Kick off your weekend in RIFT with 50% bonus XP through May 31. Whether you’re battling through Hammerknell with Instant Adventures or leveling a stable of alts, it’s the perfect time to rack up experience (includes PA levels as well!). Copyright © mmoservices.com © 2014-2017. All rights reserved.	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0021.json.gz/line316
__label__wiki	0.637709	0.637709	The MV Podcast Missing Artwork Missaligned The Vinyl Crawl Tracklisted…With Boo Ray News / Special Features / Tracklisted / May 28, 2018 Tracklisted takes on two forms. It either presents a collection of songs under a selected theme, or allows a visiting artist to detail the influences relating to recent work. Click on the provided playlist and listen to this week’s arrangement while you read a few words about the selections. Boo Ray, a Nashville-based artist, has been working on a series of 7″ records titled The BooCoo Amigos series, with the help of Kindercore Vinyl. The first duets in the series included a Christmas song, “All Strung Out Like Christmas Lights,” and an original track on the flip side called “Pass The Jug.” He performed those songs with Elizabeth Cook. The second 7″ in the series was just released, featuring Steve Winwood’s daughter Lilly. The A-side features an original duet called “Hard To Tell,” while the B-side is a cover of the iconic song “Islands In The Stream.” The Selections “I love duets! They’re too many to list in any particular order, so I’ll just tell you about a few of the duets that I’ve been listening to and talking about while writing and recording this BooCoo Amigos collaboration series.” — Boo Ray Marilyn McCoo and Billy Davis Jr. — You Don’t Have To Be A Star I was talking about duets with a great singer/songwriter friend who makes music for movies. We were sitting outside, under a canopy of Christmas lights hanging from the carport ceiling in the wee hours of a hot summer night. “What’s the greatest good vibes summertime duet of all time?” She started bouncing her head and “New York Shuffled” her shoulders, and we started singing “You Don’t Have To Be A Star.” We busted out laughing. So you can see how I came up with “All Strung Out Like Christmas Lights” right? Olivia Newton John and John Travolta — Summer Nights Once we were in the territory of yacht rock duets, she got serious and put us on the Grease soundtrack. “I dig the doo-wop and rockabilly style of the songs and ‘Summer Nights’ is a whole three-part dramatic opera all itself.” Loretta Lynn and Conway Twitty — Hang Up The Phone We continued trading duets DJ style and I responded to the theatrical nature of that song with “Hang Up The Phone,” half being a smartass, like a “boy’ll do if he’s sweet on a girl,” and halfway offering it as an example of the different roles singers can play in the context of a duet. Tammy Wynette and George Jones — Southern California But in the back of my mind I was thinkin’ “Southern California” because that pretty melody riding on that big panoramic soundscape would’ve been a perfect moment to wind up accidentally holding hands. Brad Paisley and Allison Krauss — ??Whiskey Lullaby I also offered “Whiskey Lullaby” as the greatest duet of the last 20 years. Every once in a while, lightning strikes and proves that art and quality aren’t just subjective notions of fancy, but identifiably great in an objective way. Gram Parsons, Emmylou Harris, and Linda Ronstadt — In My Hour Of Darkness Ensemble collaborations like “In My Hour Of Darkness” count as far as I’m concerned, since we’re not strictly limited to duets, and I dig the stuff Emmylou and Linda Ronstadt sang on together. Tom Petty and Stevie Nicks — Stop Dragging My Heart Around Of course in discussion of cool duets, “Stop Dragging My Heart Around” comes up. I like the things Tom Petty said about country music while he was making that record with Johnny Cash. His take on American roots music is akin to the British take on rock ‘n’ roll. Southern Culture On The Skids and Mary Huff — Banana Pudding Sean Brock and I talked about “Banana Pudding” by Southern Culture On The Skids because Rick Miller’s such a cool guitar player and does this song as a duet with Mary Huff. Southern Culture On The Skids is the greatest party band of all time. Tim McGraw and Faith Hill — Speak To A Girl That new Faith Hill and Tim McGraw “Speak To A Girl” song got to me. I’m not one to often fall prey to the cliché of pop-country lyric writing, but Faith and Tim’s sincerity is disarming and powerful. Boo Ray and Jodi James — Partners In Crime The “Partners In Crime” duet with Jodi James off my 2012 album Six Weeks In A Motel is a cool song. Jodi is an amazing singer and songwriter friend from Louisiana, with a world class voice and unbelievably charming accent. It’s a tortured, cheating love song expressing the delusion and insanity of believing that another love will make us happy, if we’re not already happy. Boo Ray and Elizabeth Cook — All Strung Out Like Christmas Lights Well, as long as we’re getting back into my catalog, there really were Christmas lights all strung about the place and that girl was devastatingly beautiful. Sitting outside on those summer nights, talking about music with her until 3 a.m. just added up to “All Strung Out Like Christmas Lights.” After I’d written the song I had to record it in July for December release and Elizabeth Cook was real cool to track it with me. Emmylou Harris and Mark Knopfler — This Is Us “This Is Us” is a favorite of mine. I dig Knopfler’s British take on American roots music. I think he can see the forest for the trees, much like Petty. He’s not trying to convince anybody how country he is and he’s not offering the actual thing. Knopfler gives you a Polaroid picture of the scene that’s completely authentic. Details are forthcoming about the third 7″ in the series, but it’s slated to come out this summer, featuring celebrity chef Sean Brock as Ray’s duet partner. Tags: Boo Ray, Kindercore Vinyl, Tracklisted Meghin Moore Meghin Moore is a Penn State grad and Pennsylvania native who resides in Virginia, happily nestled between Washington, D.C. and Richmond. She's the site's Managing Feature Editor, as well as one of the two Missaligned Podcast co-hosts. When she's not eating her weight in burritos or attending various concerts, she can often be found reading a book or trying to keep tabs on the latest news happening around the world. Tracklisted…With King Shelter August 20, 2018 Tracklisted….With Videogram July 24, 2018 Track-by-Track: Brandy Zdan May 23, 2018 Tracklisted…with Jim Shorts May 20, 2018 Tracklisted…with Carb on Carb May 18, 2018 Tracklisted…with West Thebarton May 17, 2018 Tracklisted…with Tiny Kingdoms April 18, 2018 Tracklisted…with Spanish Love Songs April 4, 2018 Tracklisted…with Closure In Moscow March 23, 2018 COPYRIGHT 2018 MODERN-VINYL.COM. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0021.json.gz/line318
__label__wiki	0.881499	0.881499	You are here: Home / News / Mallahan and McGinn — two parties, two different approaches, one ‘razor thin’ lead Mallahan and McGinn — two parties, two different approaches, one ‘razor thin’ lead November 5, 2009 By Northwest Asian Weekly By Ryan Pangilinan Joe Mallahan with his wife, Carolyn, and his daughters Irina and Masha For this off-year election, the race to the mayor’s chair was closely watched due to the fact that incumbent Greg Nickels didn’t even qualify during the primary elections. The polarizing personalities of activist-cum-politician Mike McGinn and telecomm executive Joe Mallahan also make for an interesting look at citywide politics. Each candidate’s supporters said much of what the average voter may have already suspected — Mallahan is looking to better what’s already here in Seattle, and McGinn is looking to improve and shake the status quo. McGinn’s party was held at the War Room, a swanky and prominent hip hop club, nestled on Capitol Hill. It’s usually frequented for its world renowned Yo Son Saturday night event. On Tuesday’s chilly election night, however, news vans were camped outside as McGinn’s supporters and volunteers headed indoors, awaiting the results inside the club. Most volunteers were posted in the bar, taking turns signing a print of the battle scene from “The Return of the King,” the third “Lord of the Rings” film — a gift to McGinn from his volunteers and phonebankers — stemming from a reference he made early on in the campaign. For the people who weren’t imbibing — families and the under-21 crowd — there was the dance floor, which had a makeshift press podium and a DJ set up with a televised news broadcast right behind him. A place that’s more known for stiff drinks and wall-to-wall dancing bodies, McGinn certainly made the most of his surroundings. Mike McGinn with his wife, Peggy Lynch (left), and his mother-in-law, Reiko Lynch (Photos by George Liu/NWAW) When he actually arrived, McGinn was met with a flurry of reporters, cameras, and questions, and he alternated between facilitating the reporters who had camped out for the last hour and hugging and greeting his constituents and volunteers — all of whom he knew by name. Hot dogs were served instead of hors d’oeurves, cocktails instead of wine. Ky Ong Min, 17, volunteered with McGinn’s staff as part of a school project. “I liked his plans with the schools,” she said. When asked if she would vote for McGinn had she been of age, she enthusiastically replied with a yes. “This was definitely worth trying,” she said of her experience. “Two months of volunteering is better than four years of the same [thing].” McGinn led early on. He shouted, “Thank you, Seattle!” as his supporters cheered. While hip hop music blared from the speakers at McGinn’s party, Mallahan’s soiree at the Edgewater Hotel was considerably different. It was a more traditional campaign event. Hors d’oeuvres were lined up on tables, while attendees ran back and forth between Mallahan’s party and Dow Constantine’s, which was two floors away. The crowd was a bit different, too. At McGinn’s party, many of the people present were young, tattooed, and mostly white. Mallahan’s crowd was, by and large, Seattle’s working class. “Firefighters for Mallahan” signs lined the hallways, where union workers were talking business on their Bluetooths or with one another. Though young faces were scarce, it didn’t stop people from packing the room further, beer and wine flowing every which way. As the party continued, word had spread about McGinn’s lead, though Mallahan’s supporters didn’t seem discouraged. “The lead is razor thin,” said one man, who asked to not be identified. “I’ve seen this before, and we still have a chance to win.” “It’s a great Seattle tradition,” Mallahan said to his supporters. “We never have any blowout campaigns. I think this thing is far from over.” Though the position is nonpartisan, Mallahan and McGinn are both Democrats. Mallahan is a vice president at T-Mobile. McGinn is a lawyer and former head of the local Sierra Club chapter. As of press time on Wednesday, Nov. 4, Mallahan barely trailed McGinn 49.33 percent to 49.77 percent. This election may not be called until the end of month, after all ballots have been counted. Even then, if the results end with a narrow margin, there may be a recount. ♦ Ryan Pangilinan can be reached at info@nwasianweekly.com. Filed Under: News, Profiles, Community News Tagged With: 2009, Capitol Hill, DJ, Dow Constantine, Edgewater Hotel, Greg Nickels, Joe Mallahan, Ky Ong Min, Northwest Asian Weekly, Ryan Pangilinan, Seattle, Sierra Club, Vol 28 No 46 \| November 7 - November 13, War Room, Yo Son Saturday	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0021.json.gz/line322
__label__wiki	0.69577	0.69577	www.countrymusic.net.nz Graphic features NZ Pohutukawa tree & flowers, created by Max Fx (Maximum Effects for TV) RADIO PLAYLISTS INT'L ARTISTS NZ DJs INT'L DJs to TLC Radio Welcome to the New Zealand Country Music Network Following the sad loss of Ann Pascoe, TLC Radio has re-organised and now again welcomes music to be submitted for airplay consideration. Please see below for information on the method and details on where to send it. Here you will find details and information about all things Country in New Zealand. Message to artists TLC Radio welcomes CDs from most sources for air play on the eight LPFM stations we currently operate in the North Island of New Zealand. See below for email and address information. Please note that unsolicited compilation CDs will no longer be considered for air play. This is a consequence of the increasing number of such CDs flooding the market and swamping operations such as ours, to the detriment of artists who take the trouble to liaise directly with us. Also, please note CDs sent without a separate track titles list are less likely to be accepted because of the extra time taken to process them. TLC Radio is proud to be associated with The Joyce Ramgatie TOP 200 Country Music Chart And Number 1 Message Board. If you have material that you wish to send to us by email, including high quality mp3 files (128K is the absolute minimum), please send to music@countrymusic.net.nz. For air play on TLC Radio, send your CDs to NZ Country Music Network Ltd Unit V3L, 21 Virginia Avenue East Supporting TLC Radio TLC Radio is always looking for opportunities to expand in order to take Country Music to other centres in New Zealand. Our stations are financed and run by a few dedicated people. If you wish to support our efforts and help us then a donation would be of great assistance. Please go to our donation page and help us bring GREAT COUNTRY MUSIC to a larger audience. The History of TLC Radio The Little Country Radio with the BIG HEART * The original TLC Radio station is in Otahuhu, broadcasting these days on 107.7 MHz. It is run by Robert Dew, who was responsible for the concept at the start, and who has kept it viable from its earliest days right up to the present time. He has seen the Country Music Network go through many incarnations following the demise of the Merv Smith inspired country music station that broadcast for a while on the 93.8 MHz commercial frequency. The fact that many Auckland people over the years have been able to continue to listen to this genre of music is due to Robert's efforts. (PRS, December 2004) * TLC Radio's second station is run by Ann Pascoe. It began operating from country artist Ron Hayward's lounge, then his garage, in Stratford, Taranaki on 107.7 FM in June 2003. It then moved to the Taranaki Accomodation Lodge in Stratford, commencing transmission from "the cupboard of the brooms" on 26th October 2003. * The third station was the addition of WCCR (Waitakere City Country Radio) on 107.5 MHz, run by Peter Shaw. It commenced broadcasting the TLC Radio programme in Te Atatu South on 27th June 2004. * The fourth TLC Radio station, went to air in Huntly on 107.0 MHz on 17th November 2004, broadcasting from the top of the i-SITE Visitor centre at 160 Great South Road, Huntly. A frequency change to 107.1 was made when the equipment was upgraded on 7th December 2005. * TLC Radio's fifth station started broadcasting the full programme on 107.1 MHz on Thursday 17th November 2005 from the top of the Hinepare Accommodation Centre located on Hospital Hill in Napier, following a period of broadcasting a test transmission which commenced on Thursday 9th September 2005. The station is managed by Country Music aficionado Bob Dyer. If you are interested in advertising on TLC Radio then view our advertising rates (you will need acrobat reader). This site is proudly sponsored by FreeWheelingNZ.com Tours Specialising in tours to the Hobbiton Movie Set from the Lord of the Rings trilogy and the Samurai Village from the Last Samurai Showing you New Zealand without the rush. PRS 10 May 2006 PRS 02 Nov 2006 PRS 26 Dec 2006 PRS 18 Mar 2015 ARTIST AUTHOR MUSIC TITLE BOOK TITLE MOVIE TITLE GAME TITLE Search for your favourite music at Real Groovy Records Ann Pascoe TLC Radio Stratford Artist, CM supporter, friend. Music programmer for TLC Radio It is with the deepest sadness that the TLC Radio team announces the passing away of Ann after an illness on the morning of Friday 3rd October 2014. Ann ran the Stratford TLC Radio station for many years, and was TLC Radio's music programmer for even longer, right up until this year when her illness prevented her from continuing. We are all going to miss her and the huge amount of good work she did for Country Music. Listen to TLC RADIO and Station contact details The Little Country Radio (TLC Radio) Stations on air: 107.7 FM TLCR Otahuhu, 107.3 FM TLCR Northland >>>LISTEN HERE<<< 88.0 FM TLCR Northland, Te Kopuru (relay from Dargaville) 106.7 FM TLCR Matamata, Website & contact - (Currently not working) 88.0 FM TLCR Windy, Wellington Central Waitakere City Country Radio 107.5 FM in Waitarua broadcasting as TLC Radio West Auckland (currently in the process of re-establishing the station after a prolonged absence since May 2011). IN MEMORANDUM: Bob Dyer Station Manager, TLC Radio Napier It is with the deepest regret that the TLC Radio team announces the unexpected passing away at about 4am on Tuesday 1st March 2011 of Bob Dyer, who ran the Napier TLC Radio station from its first day on air, 17th November 2005. Bob was the driving force responsible for getting Napier's Country Music Station to air, putting in countless hours of his time for the cause in which he so passionately believed. He will be sorely missed. The funeral was held on Friday 4th March 2011 at 11am at St Augustine's Anglican Church, 46 Riverbend Road, Onekawa, Napier 4110 (Phone (06) 843 7823) Bob Dyer, "Oldtimer", of Napier 19xx to 2011 Join NB - the new Country Music mailing list To join NB send an email to nb@countrymusic.net.nz with the subject line Subscribe To unsubscribe send an email to nb@countrymusic.net.nz with the subject line Unsubscribe All emails to this mailing list are monitored and mis-use will result in complaints to the appropriate ISP. � 2007, SportsWeb (NZ) Ltd. & NZ Country Music Network Ltd	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0021.json.gz/line323
__label__wiki	0.507966	0.507966	The NM Political Report (http://nmpoliticalreport.com/2019/05/04/we-need-to-get-adults-to-stop-tweeting-and-start-acting/?mc_cid=3395b6f9f7&mc_eid=f20b3604af) ‘We need to get adults to stop Tweeting and start acting’ By Laura Paskus \| May 4, 2019 Laura Paskus Alyssa Ruiz speaking at Friday's climate change strike in Albuquerque Friday afternoon, Albuquerque middle and high school students took over a corner of the University of New Mexico’s Johnson Field—and then a busy intersection nearby—to demand action on climate change. Alyssa Ruiz from Sandia High School told the crowd that while the United States plans to spend more than a billion dollars building a wall along the U.S./Mexico border, the Trump administration’s proposed budget for 2020 cuts spending on renewable energy. “When will our future be considered a national emergency?” she asked. Katie Butler, a 17-year-old student from La Cueva High School, was among the co-organizers of the School Strike for Climate Action. “This isn’t about politics,” she said. Rather, climate change is a human rights issue. And seventh grader Eliott Patton expressed the frustration echoed by many of the teens at the protest. “We need to get adults to stop Tweeting,” she told the crowd, “and start acting.” Arriving at the protest with his mom and two siblings, ten-year-old Alex Hanna told NM Political Report he fights for climate change “because it’s our future and we can’t waste it.” “It’s horrible what we’re doing to our planet, because this is the only planet that’s good for us,” he said. Adults, he said, “should be fighting back and not be scared to speak up.” Friday afternoon’s strike was part of a coordinated and global youth movement on climate change. Seventh grader Eliot Patton High school junior Katie Butler Eldorado High School junior Aaron Wikesberg Sandia High School’s Vivien McCullough Eight-year-old Athena Hanna speaks to the crowd View all Top Posts articles → The state agency charged with regulating the oil and gas industry can once again enforce those rules by imposing penalties. The Oil Conservation District (OCD), a division of the Energy, Minerals and Natural Resources Department (EMNRD), adopted a new rule Thursday which enables the OCD to assess penalties to oil and gas producers operating in the state for violations of New Mexico’s Oil and Gas Act. NMED discovers more potential methane emission violations In Permian Basin, BLM continues oil and gas leasing on lands proposed for protections View all Environmental Project articles → New Mexico is one step closer to establishing sanctioned, legal areas for medical cannabis patients to use their medicine. The Department of Health’s Medical Cannabis Program held a public hearing Thursday to hear comments from the public regarding department rule changes. Those changes include higher testing standards for cannabis producers and manufacturers, reciprocity for medical cannabis patients already enrolled in a medical program in another state and consumption areas. Most comments from the public were about the testing standards, but some medical cannabis patients said they would like to see more leniency on who can open a consumption area and where they can open it. Erica Rowland, a founding member of the Albuquerque-based cannabis producer Seven Clover, said the opportunity to open a consumption area should not be limited to those who already produced the cannabis. “Consumption areas should not be limited to [Licensed Non Profit Producers],” Rowland said. But because the state’s cannabis law is specifically written and leaves little room for interpretation, the Legislature would need to act to change consumption area requirements. Medical cannabis patient asks judge to allow cannabis on house arrest Shifting, filling legislative spots before session starts View all Featured articles → Funds from spending bill go towards helping ABQ homeless population It started with a break up. About four years ago, James Moyer’s girlfriend and mother of his children kicked him out of her home. On the Colorado River, will New Mexico be left in the dust? Giving back to the river, one deal, one drop at a time View all Albuquerque articles → Climate rally in ABQ includes calls for action Thousands of students walked out of school and adults left work across New Mexico as part of massive international climate protests. In Albuquerque a large crowd took part in large a rally downtown on Friday with hundreds, likely over 1,000, people. If carbon offsets require forests to stay standing, what happens when the Amazon is on fire? Feeling the heat: Scientists and policymakers launch new climate network View all climate change articles → TurboTax and H&R Block saw free tax filing as a threat — and gutted it CYFD to roll out new risk assessment tool About Laura Paskus Laura Paskus has been writing about New Mexico’s natural resources and communities since 2002, as an assistant editor of High Country News, a radio producer at KUNM-FM, managing editor of Tribal College Journal and a freelancer for a variety of publications including the Santa Fe Reporter, New Mexico In Depth and Indian Country Today. Her work has also appeared in Al Jazeera America, Ms. Magazine, National Geographic Online, The Nature Conservancy Magazine, The Progressive, Columbia Journalism Review, The Mountain Gazette, Audubon and Orion. She's a correspondent for New Mexico In Focus and a graduate student in the University of New Mexico’s Geography and Environmental Studies Department. Follow @LauraPaskus More by Laura	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0021.json.gz/line330
__label__wiki	0.527565	0.527565	Pilates in the Park by North End Regional Review Staff • September 25, 2012 • 0 Comments Over 200 people attended the 2nd Annual Pilates in the Park on Saturday, September 8th in the Rose Kennedy Greenway in front of the North End. Hosted by Jennifer Phelan Pilates and sponsored by ZICO Coconut Water this free community… Former North Ender Honored for Heroic Act by North End Regional Review Staff • September 25, 2012 • 1 Comment The former North Ender responsible for saving dozens of lives during a terrible fire on Chelsea Street in East Boston back in April was honored recently at the State House for his heroism. Lieutenant Governor Timothy Murray presented Paul Antonino,… Local Eateries Help Make Restaurant Week a Success by Phil Orlandella • September 25, 2012 • 0 Comments Two hundred and four restaurants, including twenty three from the North End/Waterfront, participated in Summer Restaurant Week with over three million in restaurant revenue generated throughout the cities and towns that participated in this popular promotion. In addition to the… Cooper Street Resident Arrested A North End man was recently arrested and charges with drugs and firearm possession. A series of other charges were also levied on the Cooper Street resident. Boston Police had received information from multiple sources that the suspect was involved… The Great Cannoli Robbery Just when we think we’ve been through everything life has to offer, there comes the robbery of a cannoli from Bova’s Bakery on Salem Street. Without going into particulars, let it be said here that no one, absolutely no one… DeMarco Bronze Notes Champion’s Achievements It is altogether fitting and just that a bronze statue of Tony DeMarco will finally be placed on Cross Street after nearly four years of planning. DeMarco was one of the great fighters performing in the ring brilliantly and with… Senator Petruccelli in Good Form The appearance by Senator Anthony Petruccelli at the recent meeting of the North End Waterfront Resident’s Association was vintage Petruccelli. As the guest speaker, Senator Petruccelli showed why he remains so popular and well respected here. It is because he… Obituaries 09-25-2012 Michael Fonzo Businessman, Philanthropist and Horse Breeder Michael A. Fonzo of Gloucester died on September 13. Born on February 5, 1930 in Boston, ‘Mike’ was raised in the North End of Boston and Chelsea in a family with four sisters… Tony DeMarco Bronze to Be Placed in North End After four years in the planning stages, a statute of 1955 Welterweight Champion of the World Tony “The Flaming Fury of Fleet Street” DeMarco will finally be placed in the North End on Cross Street, the entrance to the neighborhood,… Romula Art, an Original in the North End Romula is an emerging artist. She uses no brushes, or models, and paints only with her fingers and hands. Her medium is oil and acrylic on canvas. Her first love is sculpting-so she uses her hands to sculpt the paint,…	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0021.json.gz/line331
__label__cc	0.618462	0.381538	About The Political Party Political Leader Deputy Political Leader Policy & Strat. Officer Communication Officer Kieran Khan CHIEF POLICY AND STRATEGY OFFFICER A graduate of the UWI Institute of International Relations, Kieran Khan was central to the renewed call for a Trinidad and Tobago Prime Ministerial Debate in 2010 which led to the formation of the TT Debates Commission. He is a Director in a digital media agency and has worked with Fortune 50 executives as well as dozens of local and international brands to develop campaigns and conferences. In his own time, he is also a nine-year weekly contributing writer with a national newspaper. #GuidingFlame #ProgressivesTT #Progress2020 Progressive Party Launch Speech As we move forward I call on every right thinking citizen to ponder long and hard about the kind of Trinidad and Tobago you would like to see. Challenging a two-party system In response to the idea of a new political party it is quite common for a Caribbean, far less a Trinbagonian, citizen to hide behind the phrase, “this is a two-party system” as if, no matter what, a country’s prosperity, growth and progress is caught between two warring sides. JOIN THE PROGRESSIVE MOVEMENT Help us as we seek to build a better country Email: info@progressives.tt #93 Priam Street, Diamond Village, © Progressive Party. All rights reserved	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0021.json.gz/line333
__label__wiki	0.898073	0.898073	Peter Gill, playwright and theatre director Tales from Hollywood Home \| Up \| News \| Pieces \| Résumé \| Pictures \| Studio \| Publications \| Links Ödön von Horváth by Christopher Hampton Olivier Theatre, 1 September 1983 Ödön von Horváth (b 1901) was one of the most talented writers of his generation. He was killed on 1 June 1938, in a freak accident on the Champs-Elysées, when a branch of the chestnut tree under which he was sheltering fell on his head. A colleague, Walter Mehring, who was staying in the same hotel in Paris, went into Horváth's room. On his desk were two half-empty glasses of red wine and a page of notes for the novel (Adieu Europa) Horváth was just starting to write. The first line of the notes read: "Ein Poet emigriert nach Amerika... " When Did You Last See My Mother? (Royal Court and Comedy) 1966, Total Eclipse (Royal Court) 1968, The Philanthropist (Royal Court and Mayfair) 1970, Savages (Royal Court and Comedy) 1973, Treats (Royal Court and Mayfair) 1976, Total Eclipse revised version (Lyric, Hammersmith) 1981, The Portage To San Cristobal Of A.H. from the novel by George Steiner (Mermaid) 1982, Tales From Hollywood (Mark Taper Forum Theatre, Los Angeles) 1982 (National Theatre) 1983 Babel, Marya (Royal Court) 1967 Chekhov, Uncle Vanya (Royal Court) 1970 Ibsen, Hedda Gabler (Festival Theatre, Stratford, Ontario) 1970 Ibsen, A Doll’s House (Playhouse Theatre, NY and Criterion) 1971 Molière, Don Juan (Bristol Old Vic) 1972 Horváth, Tales From The Vienna Woods (National Theatre) 1977 Horváth, Don Juan Comes Back From The War (National Theatre) 1978 Ibsen, Ghosts (Actors’ Company) 1978 Ibsen, The Wild Duck (National Theatre) 1979 Mnouchkine and Chéreau, The Prague Trial (BBC Radio) 1980 Molière, Tartuffe (RSC) 1983 Horváth, Faith Hope and Charity (Manhattan Theatre Club) 1984 Able's Will (BBC) 1977 The History Man from the novel by Malcolm Bradbury (BBC) 1981, Treats (Yorkshire Television) 1983 A Doll’s House, 1973 Tales From The Vienna Woods, 1979 The Honorary Consul, 1983 Tales from Hollywood is presented by arrangement with the Mark Taper Forum of Los Angeles, California, The play was originally commissioned by Gordon Davidson and staged by Center Theater Group at the Mark Taper Forum. Opening of this NT production: The Olivier Theatre 1 September 1983, before visiting the Bristol Hippodrome 3 to 8 October. John Player and Sons sponsor the NT company's autumn regional visits. Length: about 2 hours 30 minutes including interval Act I: 1938-41 Act II: 1942-50 Ödön von Horváth Michael Gambon Theatre includes in London: The Norman Conquests (Greenwich and Globe Theatres), Zoo Story (Regent's Park), Otherwise Engaged (Queen's and Comedy), Just Between Ourselves (Globe), Alice's Boys (Savoy). With the RSC: When Thou Art King, Henry VIII, The Plebians Rehearse the Uprising, Major Barbara , and most recently, King Lear and Antony and Cleopatra . For the NT at the Old Vic: Hamlet, Saint Joan, The Recruiting Officer, Andorra, Philoctetes, Othello, The Royal Hunt of the Sun, The Crucible, Much Ado About Nothing, Mother Courage, Love for Love, Juno and the Paycock, The Storm ; on the South Bank: Betrayal, Close of Play, Richard III, Othello, Sisterly Feelings, The Life of Galileo (London Drama Critics' Award for Best Actor), Much Ado About Nothing . Many TV appearances include: Eyeless in Gaza, The Other One, The Seagull . Young Man Michael Mueller Theatre includes repertory at Nuffield Theatre Southampton ( Let's Get a Divorce, A Midsummer Night's Dream, Puss in Boots, The Roots of Desire) , Sheffield Crucible ( Golden Boy ). In London: Andy Capp (Aldwych). TV: TV Eye, Marathon, Educating Marmalade, Pope John Paul II . Johnny Weissmuller Franc Morgan Theatre includes repertory at Liverpool Playhouse, Swan Worcester, Theatre Royal York. In London: Pericles, The Royal Hunt of the Sun (Roundhouse). Two years with Prospect Theatre Company. TV includes: The Saint, The New Avengers, Minder, Z Cars, Softly Softly, The Professionals, Nancy Astor, Maybury. Films: A Bridge Too Far, Flash Gordon, Reds, Yanks, Lionman, Wrath of the Witch Queen . Thomas Mann Guy Rolfe Many film appearances include: Taras Bulba, Nicholas and Alexandra, Royal Hunt of the Sun, Mr Sardonicus, King of Kings, Yesterday's Enemy, King of the Khyber Rifles, The Thief of Baghdad, Young Bess . Television appearances include: The Secret Army, Kessler, Churchill's People, Portrait in Black, Troubleshooters, The Avengers, Space 1999, The Saint, Departments . Chico Marx Rod Smith Theatre includes repertory at Birmingham. In London: The Fool (Royal Court), On the Out (Bush), The Jolly Green Soldier (Croydon Warehouse), The Changeling, One Fine Day, Artists and Admirers (Riverside), Waiting (Lyric Hammersmith). Tour of Holland with the American Repertory Theatre, TV includes: Please Sir, No Honestly, Churchill's People, Destiny, Get Some In, Crown Court, Sounding Brass, Over There, Teezer, Angels, Juliet Bravo, Holding the Fort, Getting On . Film: In Search of Gregory . Harpo Marx Harry Dickman Theatre includes repertory at Canterbury, Oxford, and appearances in musicals and pantomime. In London: Winnie the Pooh (Phoenix), The Good Old Bad Old Days (Prince of Wales), Beautiful Dreamer (Greenwich). RSC: Nil Carborundum . TV includes: Z Cars, Arrival 2, The David Essex Show, New Faces, On The Fringe , and a comedy series in South Africa. Greta Garbo Sylvia Rotter Theatre includes a one-woman show, Sentimental songs of Poor BB (tour to Berlin, Ilford, Croydon, Battersea, Soho Poly and Theatrespace), repertory at Neuss/Dusseldorf; two seasons with Theatermanufaktur, Berlin; played Helene Weigel in Brecht's Women (Northern Studio Theatre tour); directed Bremen Coffee for The Room, then Spice of Life and took over the lead when it transferred to the King's Head. Films: The Draughtsman's Contract, Catch a King . TV: Auf Wiedersehen, Pet , series The Brief . Charles Money John Bluthal Theatre: first West End appearance: Fagin in Oliver (Albery, 1962), The Bed Sitting Room (Duke of York's), Kiss Me Kate (Coliseum), Gulliver's Travels (Mermaid), The Friends (Roundhouse), The Real Inspector Hound, After Magritte (Shaw), Treetops (Riverside), the English premiere of Anouilh's The Scenario (Canada), 13 Rue de l'Amour and Hobson's Choice (Australia), The Price (Leicester). TV includes: Never Mind the Quality (series), Justin Thyme (co-author), Mrs Acland's Ghosts, The Cafeteria, Design for Living, Meriel the Ghost Girl, It's a Square World (series), Q series with Spike Milligan, and Home Sweet Home (series in Australia). Films include: Return of the Pink Panther, Help, A Hard Day's Night, Digby, Never Mind the Quality, A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum, The Great Magonagle, Captain Invincible, Superman III . Heinrich Mann Philip Locke Theatre includes in London: Epitaph for George Dillon, The Sport of My Mad Mother, The Knack (all at the Royal Court); Rosencrantz and Guildenstern are Dead (Criterion), RSC: Richard III, The Tempest, King John, The Balcony, Enemies, Coriolanus, Julius Caesar, Antony and Cleopatra, A Midsummer Night's Dream, Sherlock Holmes (both the latter also in New York - nominated for Tony Award for Sherlock Holmes), The Bewitched . NT: Oedipus, The Covent Garden Tragedy, As You Like It, Edward II, Love's Labour's Lost, Scrabble, Back to Methuselah, Hamlet (Plays and Players Award for Best Supporting Actor), Troilus and Cressida, Tamburlaine The Great, The Force of Habit, Amadeus . Riverside Studios: The Cherry Orchard . Royal Festival Hall: Every Good Boy Deserves Favour . Opera: A Christmas Carol (Sadler's Wells). Recent TV includes: She Fell Among Thieves, Pennies from Heaven, Butterflies Don't Count, Mill on the Floss, Dead Man's Kit, Dick Turpin, Omega Factor, Oliver Twist, The Disappearance of Harry, Codename Icarus, The Young Delinquent . Films include: Thunderball, Hitler — the Last Ten Days, Escape to Athens, Porridge, Ivanhoe , just completed Fellini's Et Le Nave Va . Nelly Mann, his wife Billie Whitelaw Theatre includes in London: Hotel Paradiso (Winter Garden), Progress to the Park (Saville), Alphabetical Order (Hampstead and May Fair), Molly (Comedy). At the Royal Court: Not I, Footfalls, Happy Days . With the RSC: After Haggerty, The Greeks, Passion Play . NT at the Old Vic: Play, The Dutch Courtesan, Othello, Hobson's Choice, Trelawny of the Wells ; on the South Bank: Rockaby . Films include: No Love for Johnny, Eagle in a Cage, The Twisted Nerve, Charlie Bubbles (American Critics prize and BAFTA award), Gumshoe, Frenzy, Nightwatch, Start the Revolution Without Me, Leo the Last, The Omen (Evening News award), The Water Babies, An Unsuitable Job for a Woman, Dark Crystal, Slayground . TV includes: The Skin Game, Love on the Dole, No Trams to Lime Street, A World of Time, Sextet (BAFTA Award), The Withered Arm, Happy Days, The Serpent Son, But the Clouds, Eustace and Hilda, Private Schultz, Jamaica Inn . Salka Viertel Pamela Buchner Theatre includes repertory at Liverpool, Glasgow, Hornchurch, Windsor, Watford, Lincoln and Nairobi. Toured South Africa in theatre, TV and radio. Work in London includes The Mousetrap (St Martin's), A Provincial Life (Royal Court), The Other House (Mermaid). RSC: one year including Gertrude, for a short time to David Warner's Hamlet. NT: Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf?, The Second Mrs Tanqueray . TV includes: Dixon of Dock Green, Fawlty Towers, The Gentle Touch . Walter, the Butler Brian Kent Theatre includes repertory at Birmingham and Coventry. London: The Man Most Likely To . NT: Hamlet, Tamburlaine the Great, Tales from the Vienna Woods, Julius Caesar, Volpone, The Cherry Orchard, Brand, Macbeth, The Woman, Strife, The Fruits of Enlightenment, Undiscovered Country, Richard III, The Wild Duck, Othello, The Life of Galileo, The Romans in Britain, Amadeus (at Her Majesty's), The Rivals . TV includes: The Newcomers, Johnny Sahib, Crossroads . Films include: Nicholas Nickleby, A Matter of Life and Death, Street Corner . Lion Feuchtwanger Harry Perscy Theatre includes repertory at Plymouth, Folkestone, Bath, Lyceum Crewe, New Theatre Hull, Library Manchester. Worked in Europe with the English Speaking Theatre. London: The Tigers are Coming (Hampstead), Inherit the Wind, Waiting for Lefty . Most recently: On the Twentieth Century (Her Majesty's). Marta Feuchtwanger Annie Leon Theatre in the West End includes: Portrait in Black, The Rossiters, Angel, My Wives and I, Bred in the Bone, September Tide, Treasure Hunt, The Shadow of Doubt, Tabitha, The Way of the World, The Iron Duchess, Brouhaha . NT: Tales from the Vienna Woods, Strawberry Fields, Sir is Winning, The Lady from Maxim's, The Guardsman, Plunder, Close of Play . TV includes: Sense and Sensibility, The Kindness of Mrs Radcliffe , The Antoma White Quartet, Tales of the Unexpected, Shine on Harvey Moon . Films include: Reach for the Sky, Appointment in London, Carve Her Name With Pride, The Horse's Mouth . Toni Spuhler, the cook Mary Chester Theatre includes repertory at Northampton, Birmingham, Cheltenham, Windsor and Richmond Yorkshire. Two seasons at Stratford-upon-Avon. Recently: Da (King's Head and Greenwich), Harvest (Ambassadors). NT: The Long Voyage Home . TV includes: Poldark, War and Peace, Onedin Line, All Creatures Great and Small, Late Call, A Pin to See the Peepshow, A Horseman Riding By, Funny Man, Crossroads, Goodnight God Bless . Radio: drama, children's serials and The Archers . Katja Mann, Thomas' wife Sylvia Barter Theatre includes repertory at Birmingham, Bristol, Sheffield and Bath. West End appearances include: Waltz of the Toreadors and Pygmalion . TV: includes: Secret Army, A Pin to See the Peepshow, The Duke of Wellington, The Balance of Nature ; recently for US television, Separate Tables . Helen Schwartz Barbara Flynn Theatre includes repertory at Birmingham Rep, Crucible Sheffield. At the NT: Plunder, The Philanderer, Early Days . At Hampstead: Short List, The Perfectionist. TV includes: A Family at War, Love on a Gunboat, Murder Most English, Afternoon Dancing, Maybury, The Gentle Touch, Flight Fund, Standing in for Henry, The Bagthorpes, Open All Hours, Lucky Jim, The Barchester Chronicles . Film: Britannia Hospital . Bertolt Brecht Ian McDiarmid Theatre includes Galileo, Timon of Athens (Glasgow Citizens); Peer Gynt (Oxford Playhouse); The Wild Duck (Royal Exchange, Manchester). In Paris: six months with the Theatre National Populaire. RSC: Destiny, Days of the Commune, Macbeth, Dingo, That Good Between Us (Plays and Players Award: Most Promising New Performer); Ezra, The Worlds (Half Moon); Every Good Boy Deserves Favour (Mermaid); Mephisto (Roundhouse); The Love of a Good Man, Seduced, Insignificance (Royal Court — SWET Award for Best Actor for the latter). Films: The Awakening, Sir Henry at Rawlinson's End, Richard's Things, Dragonslayer and most recently The Nation 's Health, Gorky Park, Return of the Jedi . Helen Weigel, his wife Sylvia Rotter Hal, the barman Paul Imbusch Recent theatre includes leading roles at Bristol Old Vic, Birmingham Rep and the Royal Exchange Manchester. For the RSC: Henry V, Henry VI Part 3, As You Like It, Tis Pity She's a Whore, Saratoga, Othello, Coriolanus . NT: They Are Dying Out (Workshop). TV: The Sporting Club Dinner, Love in a Cold Climate, Strangers, Dombey and Son, Caleb Williams, Reilly . Angel Belinda Lang Theatre includes repertory at Manchester Library, Guildford, Leicester, Oxford Playhouse, Manchester Royal Exchange, Northcott Exeter, Bristol Old Vic. In London: Does This Train Stop at Southend?, Herr Puntila and His Man Matti (Stratford East), Aladdin (Lyric Hammersmith), Present Laughter (Vaudeville), Hobson's Choice (Haymarket). TV includes: The Imitation Game, To Serve Them All Our Days, A Brothers' Tale, Cabbage Patch . Jacob Lomakhin John Bluthal Robert E Stripling Paul Stewart Repertory at Leicester, Cheltenham, Wolverhampton, Ipswich, Chester, Crewe, Salisbury, Belfast. In London: Funeral Games (Little Theatre), Sexual Perversity in Chicago (New End), The Portage to San Cristobal of A H (Mermaid), Bedtime Story (King's Head). Spent two years with the Royal Ballet Company's Ballet for All group. His own one-man show The Best of Times is Now was at Brighton and in Ireland in 1983 and will be seen in London next year. NT: Don Quixote, Way Upstream, The Rivals . TV includes: five years as Sergeant Chubb in Z Cars . Art Nicely David Baron Theatre includes: repertory at Canterbury, Wolverhampton, Windsor, Nottingham, Bromley. In London: Otherwise Engaged (Queen's and Comedy), Absurd Person Singular (Vaudeville), The Philanthropist (May Fair), All My Sons (Wyndham's). TV includes: The Professionals, House of Caradus, Why Can't I Co Home?, Love Story, Kate, Dead of Night, Troubleshooters, Hine, Brett, Minder, Buccaneer, QED . Films: Tamarind Seed, Double Negative . With Eve Adam Theatre includes repertory at Leicester (Once a Catholic, Godspell, Local Affairs) , Darlington (Dick Whittington) , York (Robinson Crusoe) ; at Stratford East: Mrs Tucker's Pageant . TV: Squadron, The Fourth Arm . Audrey Noble Theatre includes repertory at Coventry, Birmingham, Bristol Old Vic, Exeter, Worthing, Guildford, Liverpool, Cheltenham. Recently Man and Superman (Haymarket and Cambridge Theatres). NT: Harlequinade (and tour to US), The Elephant Man . TV includes: Z Cars, Softly Softly, Public Eye, Leap in the Dark, All Creatures Great and Small, Sam's Christmas Tree, Going Home, Another Drummer, Man and Superman . Other parts played by members of the company Musicians Null musical director/keyboards John White horn Timothy Caister percussion John Harrod trumpet Graham Russell violin Roderick Skeaping double bass Roy Babbington harp Helen Tunstall Director Peter Gill Work at the Royal Court, where he was Associate Director from 1970 to 1972, includes A Collier's Friday Night, The Local Stigmatic, The Ruffian on the Stair, A Provincial Life (which he also adapted), A Soldier's Fortune, The Daughter-in-Law, The Widowing of Mrs Holroyd, Life Price, The Duchess of Malfi, Crete and Sergeant Pepper, The Merry-Go-Round (which he also adapted), and his own plays Over Gardens Out, The Sleepers' Den and Small Change . RSC: Twelfth Night . At Riverside Studios, where he was director from 1976 to 1980, directed As You Like It, Small Change, The Cherry Orchard, The Changeling, Measure for Measure, Julius Caesar, Scrape off the Black . Work abroad includes Much Ado About Nothing (Stratford Connecticut), Hedda Gabler, Macbeth (Stratford Ontario), Landscape, Silence (Lincoln Center, New York), Fishing (Public Theater, New York). NT: A Month in the Country, Don Juan, Much Ado About Nothing, Danton's Death, Major Barbara and his own plays Small Change and Kick for Touch . Designer Alison Chitty Work includes designing over 40 plays at Victoria Theatre, Stoke on Trent. In London: Old King Cole (Stratford East), Ecstasy, Uncle Vanya (Hampstead), Measure for Measure, Julius Caesar, Plays Umbrella Season (Riverside). Member of the British theatre designers who won first prize at 1979 Prague Quadriennale Exhibition. NT: A Month in the Country, Don Juan, Much Ado About Nothing, The Prince of Homburg, Danton's Death, Major Barbara, Kick for Touch . RSC: Tartuffe . Lighting Stephen Wentworth Recently lit shows at Oxford Playhouse, New End Hampstead, King's Head, Arts. NT: Overruled (Young Vic), Crossing Niagara, Bloody Neighbours (ICA), Emigres, Troilus and Cressida (with David Hersey), Bread (Young Vic), Strawberry Fields, Camilla Ringbinder Show, Bow Down, The Passion (with William Dudley), Half Life, Love Letters on Blue Paper, Herod, Don Juan, Much Ado About Nothing, Danton's Death, Major Barbara, Kick for Touch, Small Change . In the West End: Boogie . Music Terry Davies Work includes arrangements for Rod McKuen, Robin Gibb, Justin Hayward, Jon Anderson. Theatre: arranging and music directing for Oxford Playhouse, Leicester Haymarket, Hornchurch, Exeter, Norwich, Scottish Ballet, Nottingham Playhouse, Royal Court (Restoration) . For the NT: Guys and Dolls (co-arranger and assistant MD), On the Razzle (deputy MD), The Beggar's Opera (deputy MD), Schweyk in the Second World War (assistant MD). TV includes orchestrations for The Squad, Love is Old, Love is New, Oliver Twist . 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__label__wiki	0.791837	0.791837	About the PRV Our Grading System Guest Contributions The PR Verdict We Grade How The News Was Spun Society/ trends Foreign Policy/ Affairs Gaga’s Ho-Hum Album Sales November 25, 2013 by Suzan Colon Leave a Comment THE PR VERDICT: “D” (PR Problematic) for Lady Gaga. The launch of Lady Gaga‘s third album, ARTPOP, continues: with events such as a shopping tie-in with retail clothing giant H&M a massive artRave album release party , the chatter of the spectacles and the so-called “flying dress” space suit – early reports indicate that the mega-marketed album is, well, kind of a flop. So how has ARTPOP performed? The album did debut at number one on the Billboard music charts, with 258,000 in sale and Pitchfork.com provided comparative numbers: 250-300,000 is typical for chart-topping pop stars but Gaga’s previous album, Born This Way sold an astonishing 1.1 million albums in its first week of release. Theories abound: sales may have been affected by sharing limelight with mega-star Katy Perry, comeback kid Britney Spears, and Disney child gone wild Miley Cyrus. Her songs are not as strong as before, her dress is not as shocking and finally the suggestion that she is overexposed. Will these ho-hum sales be a blip for Gaga, or a slide down from Olympus? THE PR TAKEAWAY: Ride out the rough times. With innovation comes imitators; at first, outrageous Gaga was considered an innovator by those too young to remember Madonna’s cone bra. Those falling from great heights should refrain from public panicked gestures that signal flailing, such as Gaga recently firing her longtime manager. Carry on as planned and ride out the storm. After all, Madonna’s still around, isn’t she? Filed Under: Branding, Celebrity, Marketing and PR Tagged With: Andy Warhol, ARTPOP, Britney Spears, flying dress, Katy Perry, Lady Gaga, Madonna, media, Miley Cyrus, music, pop music, public relations Yet Another Bieber Blooper April 18, 2013 by Christine Walton Brennan 1 Comment THE PR VERDICT: “D” (PR Problematic) for the Justin Bieber. Teenage pop idol Justin Bieber caught the full wrath of the Internet this week during a visit to Amsterdam. The Canadian superstar, currently on tour in Europe, visited the Anne Frank House to view the tiny attic where Frank and her family hid for two years from the Nazis before being discovered and sent to death camps. Writing in the guest book, Bieber said the visit was “truly inspiring” and that he hoped Anne would have been “a Belieber,” the moniker given to his fans. Frankly, no one could “beliebe” he left the narcissistic scribble; as UK site Sugarscape put it, “The world smacks their hands to their foreheads.” The gaffe follows months of questionable behavior for the young singer: showing up late to concerts or canceling, fainting at a London appearance, purportedly smoking marijuana at a party, scuffling with the paparazzi, and allegedly spitting at a neighbor. The antics have begun to take a toll on the Bieber Brand, with media speculating that Biebs is on the verge of a Britney Spears-esque meltdown. Polls suggest his likability factor is suffering: teens are finding him less attractive, and parents are seeing him as “rude.” The clean image that helped launch Bieber’s successful career is starting to look rather sullied. THE PR VERDICT: “D” (PR Problematic) for the Justin Bieber. He hasn’t lost any sponsors yet, but more bad-boy behavior could change that. THE PR TAKEAWAY: It’s not easy being a teen, even less easy being a teen brand. The transition from adolescent to young adult seems to be one of the rockiest roads for celebrities, and one need only read up on the cautionary tales of Spears, Miley Cyrus, and Lindsay Lohan for guidance on what not to do during this unpredictable time. Just as parents must do for their unruly offspring, Bieber’s handlers need to keep the lines of communication open with their young star and stress that the consequences of his actions will become more serious as he ages. There’s more to lose than celebrity status; Justin can beliebe that. 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__label__cc	0.728867	0.271133	Saturday Night Lights Tue Sep 17, 2019 - Amber Harrison Saturday Night Lights The Police Athletic League’s Sports Department has collaborated with the District Attorney’s Office to create the Saturday Night Lights Program. Saturday Night Lights (SNL) is a violence prevention and youth-development program that offers instructional training for Basketball/ Volleyball and also offer Cardio Non-Contact Kickboxing, Zumba/Dance sessions during times when crime levels are at the highest on Saturday nights for 8 months The program takes place every Saturday for 44 c Thu Aug 8, 2019 - Kevin Matos Summary of Sports Day The Police Athletic League Inc. hosts an annual Sports Day every summer. What is Sports Day? It is an event designed for children primarily in middle school to enhance physical development and social skills. This summer the P.A.L hosted Sports Day at Van Cortlandt Park in the Bronx, N.Y. We serviced over 250 4th and 5th graders from 13 PAL centers spread across all 5 boroughs of New York. The sports included were the following: Basketball, Football, Soccer, Track & field. The p Cops and Kids Citywide First Round Results Tue Mar 27, 2018 - Brian Bourgouin The Sports and Recreation Dept would like to announce the Cop of the Week honors goes to Police Officer Shaun Bertin (#14) from the 30th Precinct. Sharing a team-high 14 points for Manhattan North, Bertin was the proverbial "immovable object" with his offensive rebounds & tip-in scores, his robust post defense, and his positioning of teammates on the perimeter as "the anchor of the defense" in a highly competitive and tight 45-43 win over the 109th Precinct, the Queens North representatives. Bertin is The Manhattan North Player of the Week recipients... Fri Mar 9, 2018 - Brian Bourgouin The Sports and Recreation would like to congratulate Jeuny Rondon and Officer Kelvin Martinez on being named player and cop of the week in the Manhattan North Division. Jeuny Rondon dropped 17pts in the playoff game and displayed great leadership on the court by comminuicating very well with players on his team. The 102nd Pct have punched their ticket to the Citywide Tournament Thu Mar 8, 2018 - Cecelia DeSilva The 102nd Pct team defeated TD 33rd in the championship for the Queens South divsion by the score of 63-54. The leading scoreer for the 102nd Pct was Marvin Hoyt with 20 pts and for the TD 33rd team Marquise Lewis finished with 22pts. The 102nd Pct will now advance and represent Queens South in the citywide tournament, and get a shot at bringing home the big Golden Basketball trophy again. The 102nd Pct team has been dominant all season and looks like they will be a tough outing for any team in the citywide The Queens North Cops and Kids Player & Cop of the Week for Week 2 Fri Feb 16, 2018 - Brian Bourgouin The Sports and Recreation Dept. would like to congratulate the Queens North Cops and Kids Player & Cop of the Week: #13 PO Guzman (114th Pct) and #3 Jhonte Brown (104th Pct.) for being named players of the week for week 2.	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0021.json.gz/line341
__label__wiki	0.863824	0.863824	Masten Partners with MSBAI for AI-Augmented Space Flight October 9, 2019 News 0 LOS ANGELES, Oct. 8, 2019 (Masten Space Systems PR) — Masten Space Systems announced a new partnership with MSBAI to integrate cognitive artificial intelligence capabilities for autonomous space flight applications. Sean Mahoney, CEO of Masten Space Systems Inc. said, “Masten Space Systems has long been a pioneer in lean ground crews and CONOPS for space launch and landing. We’re excited about our new partnership with MSBAI and what we can do with GURU to take us to the next level of pioneering spacecraft operations with minimal terrestrial crews, for lunar delivery missions, and for deep space robotic missions.” ABOUT MASTEN SPACE SYSTEMS Masten Space Systems is a leader in vertical landing technology and EDL test beds with missions to the moon starting in 2021. ABOUT MSBAI MSBAI is solving the reason why 92% of product developers & manufacturers don’t use high performance computing in engineering — with GURU, The Ultimate Engineering AI Assistant! For more information, go to http://msb.ai First Earth Observation Satellite with Artificial Intelligence Ready to Launch September 15, 2019 September 14, 2019 News 0 ɸ-Sat AI (Credit: CERN/M. Brice) CATALONIA, Spain (ESA PR) — A few months from now will see the launch of the first European satellite to demonstrate how onboard artificial intelligence can improve the efficiency of sending Earth observation data back to Earth. Dubbed ɸ-Sat, or PhiSat, this revolutionary artificial intelligence technology will fly on one of the two CubeSats that make up the FSSCat mission – a Copernicus Masters winning idea. As the overall 2017 Copernicus Masters winner, FSSCat, was proposed by Spain’s Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya and developed by a consortium of European companies and institutes. US Air Force Selects Slingshot Aerospace to Bring AI to SSA April 9, 2019 News 0 SpaceNews reports the Air Force Space and Missile Systems Center has awarded a two-year $6 million contract to Slingshot Aerospace of Los Angeles to customize its artificial intelligence space situational awareness software for military use. The commercially developed Orbital Atlas “will enable warfighters to pivot from traditional space situational awareness focusing on space catalog maintenance toward a more tactical, predictive solution,” said Melanie Stricklan, chief technology officer and co-founder of Slingshot Aerospace. The company uses artificial intelligence to analyze data from satellites, aerial drones and other sources. Slingshot announced the Air Force award on Friday and will be demonstrating the Orbital Atlas this week at the Space Symposium’s “Orbit Lounge.” The contract was a competitive award by the Air Force Space and Missile Systems Center’s Space Superiority Systems Directorate. “SMC is eager to tap into the innovations of artificial intelligence and cloud computing,” Stricklan said. CSIRO Invests AUS $35 Million in Space Tech & AI November 21, 2018 November 20, 2018 News 0 CANBERRA, Australia (CSIRO PR) — Australia’s national science agency, CSIRO, is investing $35M (US $25.5 million) in frontier research in Space Technology and Artificial Intelligence. The investment will include the development of advanced imaging of Earth from satellites, in addition to cutting-edge data science to support the growth of AI technology. The investment is part of CSIRO’s Future Science Platforms (FSP) portfolio, aimed at dedicating research to new and emerging opportunities for Australia. NASA FDL Leverages Public/Private Partnership to Push New Boundaries of Space Science with Artificial Intelligence July 2, 2018 July 1, 2018 News 0 AI Accelerator to Focus on Key Challenges in Space Resources, Astrobiology, Space Weather, And Exoplanets to Benefit the Space Program and Humanity MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif. (SETI Institute/NASA PR) — The NASA Frontier Development Lab (FDL) has announced it will apply artificial intelligence (AI) to four key space challenges. FDL is an AI/machine learning research accelerator powered by a public/private partnership between NASA, the SETI Institute, commercial leaders in AI, and pioneers in the private space industry. AI, Cancer Therapy & Chemical Gardens Aboard SpaceX Dragon ISS Resupply Mission June 12, 2018 June 11, 2018 News 0 Mobile Companion artificial intelligence robot inside ISS mockup. (Credit: NASA) A new batch of science is headed to the International Space Station aboard the SpaceX Dragon on the company’s 15th mission for commercial resupply services. The spacecraft will deliver science that studies the use of artificial intelligence, plant water use all over the planet, gut health in space, more efficient drug development and the formation of inorganic structures without the influence of Earth’s gravity.	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0021.json.gz/line343
__label__cc	0.737881	0.262119	Pause for Tales A Mother and her Daughters' and Sons' book reviews also Home of authors Jes Drew and Nicki Chapelway New! Author Nicki Chapelway website Agency of Books and Spies Myths, Magic, and Madness Review and Author Q&A: The Hidden Side by Heidi Chiavaroli Natalie Abbott offers answers for hurting listeners on her popular radio program. But she struggles to connect with her teenagers, with her daughter in an unhealthy relationship and her son uncommunicative and isolated. When one member of the family commits an unspeakable act, Natalie is forced to uncover who she truly is under the façade of her radio persona. Mercy Howard is shocked when her fiancé, Nathan Hale, is arrested and hanged as a spy. When she’s asked to join the revolutionary spy ring in Manhattan, she sees an opportunity to avenge Nathan’s death. But keeping her true loyalties hidden grows increasingly harder as the charming Major John Andre of the King’s Army becomes more to her than a target for intelligence. Mercy’s journals comfort Natalie from across the centuries as both women struggle with their own secrets and shame, wondering how deep God’s mercy extends. Goodreads/Author Page The Hidden Side is the first book I have read by author Heidi Chiavaroli, and I am giving this a five star review not because I loved it. I did not, in fact this story was a very hard read for me but the author pulled me into her story even when I didn’t want to go. The topics discussed in this novel are basically from the front page news. We have all read about them, know about them, and ultimately our country has been changed by them. This is a gritty, heart tugging story of three women and their lives that will forever be changed. This is a time slip novel, the contemporary story is told from the views points of a mother and daughter: Natalie and Maelynn. The historical story takes place during the Revolutionary War surrounded by facts and told to us from the viewpoint of a young woman by the name of Mercy. As the contemporary story was being told, and as harsh as it was, I naively thought that the historical story would be more of an escape. However, that was not the case and by the time I closed the book, both stories had touched me more than I wanted and more than a book has in a long time. I think I have made my point that this is a tough, heartbreaking story to read. It mirrors too much of real life, and I like to escape into my reading and I like happy endings. However, this book has given me much food for thought and to look at this broken world with a little bit more compassion. Author Chiavaroli tells this story in a compelling and compassionate way and I don’t know how she did it. This story will stick with me for a long, long time. I received a complimentary copy of this novel from Tyndale House Publishers. I was not required to post a positive review and all views and opinions are my own. Heidi Chiavaroli began writing eleven years ago, just after Jesus had grabbed hold of her heart. She used her two small boys’ nap times to pursue what she thought at the time was a foolish dream. Despite a long road to publication, she hasn’t stopped writing since! Heidi won the 2014 ACFW Genesis contest in the historical category. Her debut novel, Freedom’s Ring, was a 4½-star Romantic Times Top Pick and a Booklist Top Ten Romance Debut. Heidi loves exploring places that whisper of historical secrets, especially with her family. She loves running, hiking, baking, and dates with her high-school sweetheart and husband of fourteen years. Heidi makes her home in Massachusetts with her husband, two sons, and Howie, her standard poodle. Visit her online at heidichiavaroli.com. Author Q&A: 1. What inspired you to write The Hidden Side? My ideas usually begin with research. I was searching for a true-to-life historical figure from the American Revolution who could inspire a new story when I stumbled upon Agent 355, a woman who played an important part in General George Washington’s most successful spy ring, a woman whose identity we still don’t know for certain. That was enough to get my imagination going! Before long, I had a solid historical story down—a story about a woman seeking to redeem the wrong done to her fiancé, infamous spy Nathan Hale. A story about a woman hiding behind a facade that could not only ruin every relationship she has, but could put her life in peril as well. A story about a woman who finds herself caring for a man she must deceive. The contemporary story didn’t come so easily. I was brainstorming with my friend and fellow author Melissa Jagears when we remembered a recent news story about a man who had committed a terrible crime and an interview with a relative who raised him, who was just as shocked as the rest of the country over what her kin had done. Before long (and with additional help from my extraordinary editor, agent, and critique partner) we had the story of Natalie, a mother and radio host of a popular Christian morning show— whose son had committed an unspeakable crime. This woman would go through grief, but she would also struggle with moving on, with the impulse to hide behind her radio personality, and with finding her identity not in her son’s deeds but in Christ. Through her attempt to find healing, she turns to the journal her son gave her on the eve of his crime, a journal that tells the story of another woman, centuries earlier, who also felt the need to hide behind a false persona. 2. How do you expect this story to resonate with your audience? Although most of us haven’t gone through something as horrific as Natalie, Maelynn, and Mercy, we have probably all struggled with the different masks we find ourselves wearing. We struggle to discover our “true” selves. How often does who we truly are fail to translate into who we walk around being? Natalie hides from the shame caused by her son’s actions behind a radio name. Filled with grief, she convinces herself she will hurt fewer people if she lives behind this facade. Her daughter, Maelynn, is a sixteen-year-old who struggles with fitting in with her peers. When her twin brother commits his unspeakable crime, she begins to realize how living untruth to please others has hurt not only her brother, but her entire family and community. And Mercy, like Natalie, feels she is fighting for a good cause, but when her noble intentions collide with those she cares for, she finds herself wondering if living untruth can ever produce something good. 3. Can you tell us about the historical research that went into writing this novel? Did you learn anything new that surprised you? Research is always one of my favorite parts of writing a novel.  After I read everything I could on the Culper Spy Ring, we visited the village of Setauket on Long Island. This was the hometown of real historical people who were part of the ring—Abraham Woodhull, Major Benjamin Tallmadge, Caleb Brewster, and Anna Smith Strong. These were ordinary people who dealt with suppression and, through the prompting of George Washington, used the trust they already held for one another to conduct a covert group that would smuggle information out of British-occupied Manhattan. As Mercy came alive in my mind, it was wonderful to visit the very places she would have grown up, the places she walked and lived and worshipped and worked. Love that stuff! I think the most fascinating fact I learned was how adamant the members of the spy ring were about keeping their secret—most of them until death. With the exception of the brazen Caleb Brewster, the members of the Culper Spy Ring were extremely hesitant to talk of the role they played in their country’s freedom, even years after it happened. In fact, it wasn’t until the twentieth century that Robert Townsend’s role in the ring came to light. That’s how scared they were. That’s how ashamed many of them felt living beneath false motives. And yet they persevered for what they considered to be the greater good. 4. What role does faith play in the story? Natalie is a woman with all the answers . . . for everyone else. She is revered as a woman of faith. But when her family and community collapse beneath the actions of her son, she doubts everything. Her true self is revealed, and it’s not pretty. (Hardship has a way of doing that to us!) For many of us, it’s easy to put our confidence in our works—in the pretense that we’re actually pretty good people. But you know what? We’re a lot worse off than we fool ourselves into thinking. That’s the bad news. But hold your breath, because the good news is close behind it—we’re also WAY more loved than we know. Like Natalie, we often busy ourselves trying to hide that unflattering person. We try to protect it, cover it, hope nobody really knows the depths of our messiness. But the gospel tells us that the real us—that one we’re so busy hiding—that’s the one God loves so much. That’s the one Jesus came to redeem. 5. What lessons or truths do you hope readers will take away from The Hidden Side? That no matter what we try to conceal, even from ourselves, there is nothing that God can’t free us from. That the only place worth hiding is in Jesus. There, we don’t have to have it all together or pretend to be something we’re not. We don’t have to be afraid of rejection. He loves us perfectly and enough to do a good work in us—a real work that will draw us closer to Him and make us more like Him. That’s where our true identity resides. 6. As an author, what did you particularly enjoy about crafting this story? When I started writing this story, I expected to write in two viewpoints—Natalie, my contemporary character, and Mercy, my historical character. But as I began the story, another character, sixteen-year-old Maelynn, begged to have her story told, and even though I hadn’t planned for her, I couldn’t ignore her either. I’ve never written in the point of view of a contemporary teenager and I can’t believe how much I enjoyed it. Sure, there was a lot to tackle in this book with Maelynn, but she came alive to me in a very unique way. I absolutely felt her. I was her. Though I craft many characters, they don’t all speak to me in the same way. To me, Maelynn’s character was especially powerful. 7. This novel explores some devastating events and topics—a school shooting, the loss of loved ones, and division within and among families. Why did you choose to tackle these difficult issues? After I brainstormed with a couple of my author friends and my agent and editor, I saw the story before me, but absolutely balked at the idea of writing it. This was difficult stuff. Didn’t my readers see enough of the difficult when they turned on the news? Wasn’t it my job to give them an escape from the harsh realities of life? Honestly, I didn’t wrestle with this for long. Since I first began pursuing publication, I knew my stories would not be the sweet, easy ones. There is darkness in this world, and as a writer who longs to bring truth into it, I can’t in good conscience ignore the darkness. I can, however, bring hope into it. The funny thing about hope and good news is that it shines more brightly in the darkness. So when I write about a bombing or a historical war, when I write about the unspeakable actions of a family member or a heart torn apart by addiction and suffering, in part, it is what I relate to. It’s where despair tends to trip me up in this messy, broken world. BUT there is hope. And that is where I choose to cling, and it is this message that burns in my heart to bring forth to my readers. 8. The Hidden Side features three main characters: Natalie and Maelynn Abbott of modern-day New York and Mercy Howard of colonial New York. Which character did you personally relate to the most? Which character surprised you the most? Writing Natalie’s character made me an emotional wreck. I think this was because I could relate to her so well. And though she goes through something no mother should ever have to go through, my mother’s heart was ripped apart when writing her character. I can imagine what it’s like to have a troubled son, a prodigal son. I know what it’s like for a child to dread going to school because of bullying issues. I also know what it’s like to be held to a certain standard and to not measure up. In these ways, I could very much relate to Natalie. Maelynn was definitely the character that surprised me most. When I began writing, I didn’t know her place in the story, but as it progressed, she became central to it. She surprised me not only with her honesty, but how she grew throughout the story as well. 9. Your novel gives readers permission to have questions about their faith. Why do you think this is important? I think if we’re honest, we all struggle with doubts and questions once in a while. It’s that in-between dilemma again—that place between the now and the will-be promise that God has given us, that place where our real selves are hidden with Him. If we ignore our questions and doubts, we’re not being real with ourselves or with God. And so often, in my experience, doubt has been a threshold to a deepened faith. Our God doesn’t need a fake faith. He’s the Almighty, the Creator of all things. He can handle our doubts and questions. Really. And I absolutely believe He will use them to strengthen us as He did for Thomas, Abraham, and many others in Scripture. 10. Forgiveness and reconciliation can be difficult topics, and you include them as core themes of the novel. What do you hope your reader will learn from this? Forgiveness is something I so often look at on the surface and think, No big deal, easy peasy. Then, when it comes time to put it into practice (when someone has really and truly hurt me) . . . well, not so easy. And what about when we have to forgive someone who isn’t even sorry for what they’ve done? My characters all face these dilemmas. What they are asked to forgive is monumental. I can hardly begin to fathom it, but I think, in some ways, as I walked this journey with them, they helped me better understand the real meaning of mercy, and the extent of grace that Jesus has given us. 11. What led you to choose the title The Hidden Side? The working title for this manuscript was Hidden Mercy. I’m so thankful for my amazing editors at Tyndale who brainstormed the stronger title of The Hidden Side. I think it really conveys the struggle of both contemporary and historical characters, as well as the fact that there is a hidden side of God’s Kingdom as well—one we can’t see fully right now, but one that is nevertheless real and at work in our lives. 12. What are some future projects you’re working on? Right now, I’m finishing up some research for my third book with Tyndale, scheduled to release in 2020. We’ll be back in revolutionary and contemporary Boston for that, so I’m excited! I’m also busy preparing some speaking engagements, as well as revising another timeslip story set to release next year. A lot to work on, but I’m loving every minute of it! Posted by Boos Mum at 1:22 PM No comments: Labels: Contemporary Fiction, Historical Fiction, Women's Fiction Review: Pelican Point by Irene Hannon After inheriting a crumbling lighthouse, Dr. Ben Garrison is more than ready to get rid of it until he meets a determined Marci Weber who wants to save the landmark. Can she make him see her point of view? Pelican Point was such a fantastic surprise of a read in Irene Hannon’s Hope Harbor series. The story starts out slowly with a less than stellar meeting between Editor Marci Weber and Army doctor Ben Garrison. Both try to avoid each other as it seems sparks fly every time they are near one another. However, Ben finally gets an idea that maybe the sparks are flying due to the attraction that neither wants to acknowledge. There was a lot in this story from the town saving the lighthouse on the Point to a young married couple who are trying to save their marriage after an IED reshaped their lives. I was rooting for Rachel and Greg as much as I was for Marci and Ben. As I was reading I realized how much Marci and Ben had in common- the events that brought them to Hope Harbor to the secrets both of them kept close. Once the secrets started to be revealed, I thought the author was going to take the story a certain route, but I was surprised with the completely different direction and the twist that ended up happening. I was happily surprised to see a little suspense play in the story. It was nice going back to Hope Harbor and the very familiar faces of all the secondary characters that I have come to enjoy. From the people like mysterious Charley and his yummy fish tacos to the animals that have even been an interesting addition to the story. I am glad that there is another book coming in this series. I received a complimentary copy of this novel. I was not required to post a positive review and all views and opinions are my own. Posted by Boos Mum at 12:53 PM No comments: Weekend Briefing by Jes Drew Weekend Briefing Welcome back, agents. Today we’re letting all agents with clearance see the new cover for Ninja and Hunter book two, The Time I Saved a Damsel in Distress. The former versions The Time I Saved the Day and The Time I Saved a Damsel in Distress: The new cover for The Time I Saved the Day: Thank you Y. Kilolova at Ammonia Book Covers for the beautiful art work. And finally- the new cover for The Time I Saved a Damsel in Distress: Join us next week, agents, for the publication party of the reboot of The Time I Saved a Damsel in Distress with its new cover. Until then, don’t do anything to get yourselves brain-wiped. Ciao! Review: Listen Up by Marty Machowski "Listen Up" to Jesus with your family! After teaching a parable Jesus often said, "Whoever has ears, let him hear." In other words, "This is important, so you better listen up" and what could be more important than the good news of the kingdom of God? Children love stories, especially stories that engage their minds and imaginations as they learn new concepts and ideas. In his newest devotional, Listen Up, Marty Machowski provides a unique opportunity to tell their children some of the oldest, yet most important, stories---the parables of Jesus. Designed for families, this thirteen-week devotional offers parents and children an opportunity to "listen up" to Jesus and learn the biblical truths his stories were meant to convey. "Jesus knew the importance of storytelling, and used the parables to capture the attention of his audience and teach them the gospel," author Marty Machowski says. "Today we get to teach these same stories, and the meaning behind their symbolism, to our children. Captivated by these simple yet exciting stories, using everyday objects and activities like treasure, hiding in a field, a precious pearl, and a house built on a rock to withstand the storm, our children won't easily forget the stories Listen Up introduces to them." If you are looking for a family devotional study to do, Listen Up is a 13-week family devotional that focuses on Jesus’ parables. This is a really nice set up and I like that it encourages families to work together and discuss what Jesus taught. We hear stories all the time, either by reading or watching T.V., etc., and this is a great way to get into deeper detail of what the greatest story teller of all time had to say to us. There are activities listed as well that helps make the parable resonate deeper, for example to make cookies for a neighbor. All the activities make word pictures to help younger children to grasp the concept being taught, but this is for older tweens and teens as well. This is a nice, well thought out and planned teaching tool. I received a complimentary copy of this book. I was not required to post a positive review and all views and opinions are my own. Posted by Boos Mum at 5:53 AM No comments: Labels: Bible, Non-Fiction Review and Giveaway: Julie by Catherine Marshall Title: Julie Author: Catherine Marshall Publisher: Gilead Publishing Re-Issued Date: April 17, 2018 Genre: Historical Romance Fiction Links: Goodreads l Amazon l ChristianBook l Book Depository l Itunes A New York Times bestseller Will the dam hold? Julie Wallace has always wanted to write. Trying to escape the Great Depression, Julie’s father buys the Alderton Sentinel, a small-town newspaper in flood-prone Alderton, Pennsylvania, and moves his family there. As flash floods ominously increase, Julie’s investigative reporting uncovers secrets that could endanger the entire community. Julie, the newspaper, and her family are thrown into a perilous standoff with the owners of the steel mills as they investigate the conditions of the immigrant laborers. As the Alderton Sentinel and Julie take on a more aggressive role to reform these conditions, seething tensions come to a head. When a devastating tragedy follows a shocking revelation, Julie’s courage and strength are tested. Will truth and justice win, or will Julie lose everything she holds dear? Catherine Marshall (1914-1983), “The New York Times” best-selling author of 30 books, is best known for her novel “Christy.” Based on the life of her mother, “Christy” captured the hearts of millions and became a popular CBS television series. Around the kitchen table at Evergreen Farm, as her mother reminisced, Catherine probed for details and insights into the rugged lives of these Appalachian highlanders. Catherine shared the story of her husband, Dr. Peter Marshall, Chaplain of the United States Senate, in “A Man Called Peter.” A decade after Dr. Marshall’s untimely death, Catherine married Leonard LeSourd, Executive Editor of “Guideposts,” forging a dynamic writer-editor partnership. A beloved inspirational writer and speaker, Catherine’s enduring career spanned four decades and reached over 30 million readers. Julie by author Catherine Marshall was a riveting book, and I do believe I may actually enjoy it a bit more than Christy. Christy was a good book, but there was just something about Julie that really snagged my attention. This is a coming of age story about Julie Wallace and her family set during the Great Depression. Life is financially hard for them, like many other others during that time, but this family has also been hurt by the church and affected by illness. So they have decided to move away from their home state to a small factory town in Pennsylvania. Instead of being a pastor, Julie’s dad is now the editor of a small floundering newspaper and Julie hopes to write articles for the paper to further and fulfill her dream of becoming a writer. Along with her father, Julie, her mother and younger brother and sister set out on this new adventure. This adventure is wrought with many challenges. Julie who is seventeen is still very young and has many experiences yet she must go through with new friendships and especially romantic encounters with young men. With the back drop of the Great Depression, social injustices with factory workers, and prejudices of the day, there is an even more foreboding danger. It is the ominous dam that holds back the water from the town. There was some great information on dams that I learned in this story and due to the fact that I have experienced flooding as well, this story became all the more real to me. There is heartache and some plot points I had hoped did not happen, but it did paint a pretty accurate picture of a young girl coming of age with her family in the depression era US and meeting head on some extraordinary challenges. 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With the help of a team of fellow retired law enforcement officers, each a specialist in their own field of investigation, Chris Matheson starts chipping away at the ice on this cold case to uncover what had happened to Sandy and her baby and the clues are getting hot! Ice by Lauren Carr, starts off a brand new series that deals with solving cold cases. In this particular story the past and present collide when retired FBI agent Chris’s reputation is at stake again for a crime he did not commit some 24 years ago. In author Carr fashion, we have several past and present crimes that have taken place that may or may not be related. This story kept the pages turning quickly as there were a lot of possible suspects and way too many victims and their families whose lives that had been touched by the violence and now demanded justice. I have enjoyed author Carr’s previous series, so I was excited to dive into this one. Chris is a widower with three young girls and living with his mom. I liked how he and his mom looked after each other especially since both are still in the grieving process for Chris’s late wife and his late father. Life has dealt them both some serious blows but they have a very strong family bond. Enter Chris’s first love, Helen, an assortment of loving, furry critters- Thor an adorable bunny and Sterling a very smart and as the book describes him, goofy German shepherd- and you have the makings of another brilliant series. Along with the strong family bond, we have an eccentric group of retirees called the Geezer Squad with the right amount of skills to help Chris and Helen get justice for the cases that are so cold they are like Ice. I am very curious and happily awaiting for more from Chris, Helen, Doris, the Geezer Squad, Thor the bunny and goofy Sterling and all the characters that author Carr makes come to life in her books. Please note that due to the nature of the crimes, some language, and some innuendo this is an adult read. Lauren Carr is the international best-selling author of the Mac Faraday, Lovers in Crime, and Thorny Rose Mysteries—over twenty titles across three fast-paced mystery series filled with twists and turns! Now, Lauren has added one more hit series to her list with the Chris Matheson Cold Case Mysteries. Set in the quaint West Virginia town of Harpers Ferry, Ice introduces Chris Matheson, a retired FBI agent, who joins forces with other law enforcement retirees to heat up those cold cases that keep them up at night. Book reviewers and readers alike rave about how Lauren Carr’s seamlessly crosses genres to include mystery, suspense, crime fiction, police procedurals, romance, and humor. Lauren is a popular speaker who has made appearances at schools, youth groups, and on author panels at conventions. She lives with her husband, and three dogs on a mountain in Harpers Ferry, WV. Connect with the author: Website ~ Twitter ~ Facebook ~ Instagram The Jail Bird Who Saved Christmas Meet the Real Sterling from Lauren Carr’s Ice By Lauren Carr On February 26, Lauren Carr’s latest best-selling mystery, Ice (A Chris Matheson Cold Case Mystery) was released. Along with a new set of series characters, this mystery also introduced a new set of furry characters—featuring among them a goofy German shepherd named Sterling. In this guest post, Lauren Carr reveals the true life story of the real Sterling, who holds a special place in her and her family’s hearts. On Thursday, December 8, 2016, my heart was broken. After two months of battling a brave good fight, my handsome guy, and best canine friend, Gnarly passed away from cancer. Cradling his head in my lap, stroking his soft fur, I broke down. Man, I didn’t know the human body could hold so many tears. December 8 marked the climax of a very rough two months. It all started in October when my beloved German shepherd was diagnosed with cancer. Yep, my constant canine companion, my best canine friend, my muse who I dedicated Candidate for Murder to, was very ill and from the time of his diagnosis he went downhill fast. At first, I was in denial. Gnarly was only four years old. He was a big strong dog. It wasn’t cancer. Burying my head in the sand, I blew my nose, sucked on sore throat lozenges, and plunged away on A Fine Year for Murder while praying that God would prove me right. Writing the second installment of Thorny Rose mystery series was not easy. Often, I would find myself curled up on the sofa with Gnarly’s head in my lap. Stroking his tall ears, I prayed that God would bless this beautiful dog with a miracle to save him. It wasn’t like I was asking for a big miracle. Gnarly was just a dog—but he was my best friend—my muse. God, can’t You bless me with this one little miracle? Among the research online and friends who were dog experts I would talk to was Deb, the breeder who I had gotten Gnarly from as a pup. Deb and her late husband have been friends for years. As time wore on, and Gnarly’s health deteriorated, she offered that, if the worst was to happen, that when I was ready, I was welcomed to the pick of the litter for a new puppy. No, I insisted. It’s not cancer and Gnarly will get better. I was in such a funk over Gnarly’s illness that I wasn’t even aware that it was the Christmas season. Usually, I would be the first to put the tree up—the Saturday after Thanksgiving. I anticipated Cyber Monday the way others look forward to Black Friday. But that December, I didn’t even notice that we were in the midst of the Christmas season. All I could see was a looming deadline with an unfinished book, an editor frantic to finish the project before she left for the holidays, and my best canine friend wasting away before my eyes. On Thursday, December 8, I let Gnarly go. That afternoon, I called my sister to blubber out the news of Gnarly’s passing. After a long talk, Karen asked, “Are you going to take Deb up on her offer for a puppy?” Not that she was suggesting that any dog could possibly replace Gnarly. However, we also had another German shepherd, Storm, a two year old female who had enjoyed Gnarly’s company. At this point, however, we were uncertain if she would be able to adjust to being an only dog. “No,” I said, “we don’t really want to go through the puppy training stuff.” I went on to explain that we weren’t even going to actively look for another dog. My heart needed time to heal. “I’m leaving this in God’s hands. When the time is right, He’ll send the perfect dog my way.” The next day, December 9, I called Deb to give her the sad news about Gnarly’s passing. Kindly, I declined her offer for a free puppy, explaining that we did not want to go through the puppy training. “Well,” Deb said, “if you don’t want a puppy, maybe you’ll be interested in Gnarly’s nephew.” Gnarly’s nephew! On Thursday, December 8, the very same day that Gnarly had passed away—his nephew landed in an animal shelter. Gnarly’s sister, Morgan, had been adopted by another dog breeder, Vicki. One of her puppies, Sterling had been adopted by a family who lived one state away. In the midst of a nasty divorce, neither parent wanted the responsibility of the German shepherd so the wife surrendered him to the county animal shelter. During check-in, the animal control officer discovered that Sterling had been microchipped, which was still registered to the breeder, and called Vicki to notify her that they had one of her dogs. Luckily for Sterling, his adopted family never bothered changing the microchip registration. Otherwise, Vicki would have never discovered that Sterling was in jail. She has every one who adopts her puppies sign an agreement that they will not turn the dog into the pound or shelter. If the new owners can’t keep the dog, they are to return it to Vicki who will find the dog a new home. Vicki had a cow! She called everyone from the humane society to the sheriff in an effort to get Gnarly’s nephew released into her custody. Unfortunately, fighting the doggie jail system is not that easy. Luckily, one of Vicki’s calls was to fellow breeder Deb, who told me the news: Gnarly’s nephew was in jail! Yes, I know I was emotional, but immediately I saw the love connection that God had in mind for us. I lost Gnarly—my best friend—on the same day that his nephew lost his family and his home—all right before Christmas. I had to save Sterling. Vicki and I connected on Facebook. She hadn’t seen Sterling since he was a puppy, but she did send me pictures of Morgan, Gnarly’s sister, who looked just like her brother. For eleven days, we battled the system for Sterling’s release. Meanwhile, Gnarly’s nephew was locked up. I prayed that the family would pick him up and turn him over to Vicki, who accepted my offer to adopt him. Then, my husband pointed out that after all the fuss Vicki and I had been causing, Sterling’s family could pick him up and give him to someone else. Both Vicki and I changed our prayers to that Sterling would remain in the shelter until Day 11, at which point my son Tristan offered to bail him out for my Christmas present. Suddenly, I was filled with the Christmas spirit. God had declined my prayer to save Gnarly, because He had a better plan. He was bringing Sterling who needed a family who wanted him, and me with my broken heart together. Knowing that I would have my hands full with Gnarly’s jail bird nephew upon his release, I dug in to finish A Fine Year for Murder and get it off to the editor. I sent it out the night before I went to get Sterling out of jail. On Day 11 of Sterling’s incarceration, I was at the animal shelter one hour before they opened. After all of my phone calls to them, they knew I was making the hour and a half drive to complete all the paperwork and pay Sterling’s bail for his release, so they let me in. After completing the dozens of forms and paying all of the necessary fees, the animal control officer explained that Sterling would need to be transported to their vet to be neutered before I could pick him up the next day. “Do you have any questions?” she asked after we had wrapped up all the bureaucratic paperwork. “Can I meet him?” I asked. The animal control officer’s eyes got big. “You haven’t met him?” That’s right. I was so set on adopting Gnarly’s nephew that I had just signed dozens of adoption forms and paid fees for the German shepherd sight unseen. Remember, Vicki had not seen Sterling since he was a puppy. Neither of us had any idea about his temperament. All I knew about Sterling was that he was Gnarly’s nephew and he lost his family and home on the same day that I lost Gnarly. We were meant to save each other. So, I waited in the reception area for them to bring out the jail bird who I had just agreed to take home to my family. Sure, there were a dozen things that could be wrong with him. Sterling could be a vicious dog who didn’t like people. Maybe he didn’t get along with other dogs, which would create chaos with Storm, our other German shepherd. Whatever the case, I was prepared to do what I had to deal with it. We were now stuck with each other. A few minutes later, I heard this loud deep bark as the animal control officer was dragged into the reception area by Canine Inmate #227. After eleven days of living in a cage, Sterling was bouncing off the walls, overturning water dishes, jumping all over anyone who came near him. This good looking guy clawed his way toward me and I knelt down to meet him eye to eye. As our eyes met, Sterling drop down onto the floor and laid his head in my lap—just like those last moments that I had with Gnarly. The bond between us was instant. Stroking his tall bronze ears, I burst into tears and hugged him. He licked my whole face. Even the animal control officer got teary eyed. You couldn’t ask for a better Christmas present. Since his release from jail, Sterling has fit into our family like a glove. Of course, it is impossible to not compare him to Gnarly, who had a lot of bad boy ways that endeared him to me—like opening doors, which my husband hated. Yet, Sterling is his own dog. While Gnarly was extremely smart, Sterling is goofy. Within two months of adopting him, he ended up at the vet with a broken paw when he got while chasing a squirrel. The squirrels are still laughing at him. He is extremely lovable. The last time I took him to the vet, the veterinary assistants and doctors made petting Sterling part of their rounds while waiting for the vet to do her examination. By the time we left, everyone had a turn to pet Sterling and get a kiss on their face. Even the animal shelter from where we got him declared that of all their canine inmates, Sterling had the best attitude. Fifteen months later, I still really miss Gnarly and hold a very special place in my heart for him, but Sterling has helped to heal it. I feel like I still have a piece of Gnarly here with me—laying at my feet—taking on his role as my muse—which is why Sterling earned his spot in the Chris Matheson Cold Case Mysteries. 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__label__cc	0.748659	0.251341	TruBio Organic Products QA Lab The Organic Spices are processed using state- of- the- art technology ensuring that our customers receive products that match the highest international food safety standards. This unit is fully dedicated to processing of organic spices and has a capacity to process 1 MT spices/hour. Here the purchased materials are stored, cleaned, graded, sterilized, dried, ground and packed for export and domestic markets. The design and construction of the facility conforms to the international standards for food processing units. This unit is certified as per the standards of ISO 22000 FSMS and British Retail Consortium (BRC). The processing is done using Indian and imported machines. The process flow includes raw material storage, cleaning, grading, steam sterilization, drying and packing. Based on orders the steam sterilized products are also offered in powder forms in different granulations. It has a well-equipped in house quality assurance laboratory to ensure the quality of products arrived and dispatched. It has the capacity to analyze microbiological parameters like Total plate count, E.coli, coliforms, Bacillus cereus, Staphylococcus, Salmonella, Yeast and mould and chemical parameters like, moisture, volatile oil, total ash, Acid insoluble ash other parameters like bulk density, light berries etc. The facility is located in a very serene environment away from all pollutions at Valanjanganam, near Kuttikanam. It has facilitates for separate stores for raw materials, finished goods, tools and packing materials. State-of-the-art organic spices processing unit with 1 tonne spices/ hour capacity Cleaning, Grading &Grinding Facilities Steam Sterilisation ISO22000:2005Food Safety Management System & BRC by Bureau Veriitas Following USFDA, ASTA & ESA food safety and hygiene standards Well established Quality Assurance Laboratory Retail Packing Facilities PDS Organic Spices works with the small and marginal farmers and tribals spread across the villages of Idukki, Kottayam and Pathanamthitta districts in the state of Kerala. We provide all possible assistance to follow organic farming, help in value addition and improvement in quality of the producers, purchase the produces at premium price from the farm gates, inspect and monitor the farming activities, process the produces in our own facility and market them in international and domestic markets. By now, almost 2000 small farmers are registered as organic farmers at PDS Organic Spices. The first step in becoming an organic farmer is to submit an application, mostly through the local Self help Group (SHG). The “Internal Control System” (ICS) of PDS Organic Spices that coordinates the cooperation between the local farmers and processing of the spices is also responsible for the certification process. Divided into nine regions, the Internal Control Inspector in charge will do an inspection visit at the applicant’s farm in order to check whether the details given in the application were correct. He will submit a report along with the application to the PDS Organic Spice Division that approves the application. Once the application is approved, a three-year transformation period will follow in which the farmer adjusts his cultivation to the relevant organic standards. Throughout the certification process, the farmers are supported with trainings on good organic farming practices and are regularly visited by the ICI who documents the development, supports the farmers and helps in handling the certification process. After three years, the farmer receives his certification. Click to View Photos © 2016 PDS Organic Spices, All Rights Reserved.	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0021.json.gz/line348
__label__cc	0.700986	0.299014	New Fridge and Sofa For Free New-look sofa After 25 years, and just in time for the really hot weather, my old and faithful fridge died over the weekend. But after 25 years I'm about ready for a new fridge. Mine was white but after 25 years it's more of a creamy colour and a bit scratched. Apart from that it was perfect... until it died. DD and I went to buy a new fridge after school today. I was in one shop where, although prices were reasonable, I didn't feel confident. I called Michael the best fridge technician in Jerusalem. Michael gave me three more years on my old fridge when I thought it was a gonna. Michael advised me to go to another shop where prices are a little higher but the source of products is more reliable - i.e. imported directly from the manufacturer with all their warranties and services as opposed to buying through a third party. I had done some research and it seems that the best makes are Sharp, Samsung, and Electra. I would have bought the Electra as it was 1000 shekels cheaper than the fridge I bought, but I didn't like all the digital display on the freezer door. I want simple and straight forward. Michael said to go for the Sharp. The one I really wanted would take a month to deliver if I wanted it in white - which I do. So I went for the white one that isn't so sleek looking but it has all the essentials and they will deliver it next week. Interestingly, the less sleek looking Sharp fridge was a bit more expensive. However you only want to do this once a decade so I went with it. I put it on 12 payments so that's about 275 shekels a month for the next year. (About 60GBP/month). That's practically free. Don't compare to prices in the UK or America - prices here are about double. Yes it hurts but we have sunshine and blue skies for eight months of the year so we don't complain too much. Then, as I was leaving the shop, the assistant gave me six gift cards worth 100 shekels each that are redeemable in a bunch of shops in the mall. We headed straight to Fox Home and bought four new cushions for the sofa at no extra charge. Hooray! Out go the feather filled sofa cushions that I spent my life plumping up and had grown to hate. I inherited that sofa from a former employer so it's not something I chose or paid money for and I'd already swapped the feather filled seat cushions for a firmer foam mattress. I would rather have had 600 shekels off the fridge but actually I like the new-look sofa so all's good. Posted by Midlife Singlemum at 4/30/2017 08:07:00 PM 4 comments: Links to this post Labels: interior design, lifestyle Creeping Summer - Reasons 2B Cheerful Lemon Scented Geranium grown from a cutting. We had our parent-teacher-student meeting this week. Here the children come with their parents. For us it's good that DD hears what the teachers have to say about her (or to her as is the case here). As a teacher it's sometimes annoying when you want to be honest with the parents of a child who has problems. We got glowing reports about DD's character and academic progress. We are neither a genius nor a duffer. We are managing to do all the work, in our second language, with good enough grades (and excellent in English and Maths). More importantly, to me, DD is neat, organised and precise in her work, She's a good and caring friend, well liked in the class, and she loves school. Result! Fireworks and fly past preview Last night they had the dress rehearsal for the ceremony on Mt. Herzl that takes us from Memorial Day (for fallen soldiers and victims of terror) into Independence Day. It's not until Monday night but we stood on the balcony last night and saw the fireworks. Then this morning they practiced the fly past of air force jets. I could also see this from my balcony. All that's left for me to do on Tuesday is the obligatory Independence Day picnic. The school in which I was miserable for three months during the winter, said they want me to come back next year. Of course I found myself saying yes. They very cleverly wait to ask until the sun is shining, my dungeon classroom has warmed up a bit, and on a day when all the classes are rehearsing for the celebrations next week so I was totally relaxed and enjoying myself doing not much. Of course I said yes on a day like that. No screens Shabbat In a bid to cut down on screen time I instigated a no screens on Shabbat rule. You're not supposed to use electricity on Shabbat at all but we do because I tend to interpret my own rules straight from God rather than go through the Rabbis. The Good Book says God rested on the seventh day and the 10 commandments say remember the sabbath day and keep it holy. So we don't work on Shabbat but screen time is leisure, not work. However, DD was spending too much time on the computer and it was becoming an obsession rather than a leisure activity. As the people we know have all sorts of strange rules and customs for Shabbat, DD was upset about it but accepted it as a reasonable rule (after begging me 100 times to reconsider). My only reservation was that if DD couldn't be on a computer, neither could I. But actually it's been great. We play games on Friday night after supper, read - she to me and me to her. She even picked up a chapter book and started reading it herself last week - a first. And I'm always happy to read. Apart from the new willingness to read, DD is also more willing to go out and be sociable on Shabbat. It's really a win-win-win-win move. Blooming marvelous The lemon scented geranium that started out as a cutting brought to me from my cousin's house in London, is now blooming. And the mint that was a tiny sprig from the greenhouse at school is thriving. The lemon pips I stuck into some soil are also growing. I have big plans to move some plants around for a whole window box of mint for tea and salads. And another for parsley. I'm also on the lookout for more cuttings. Unfortunately a spider plant cutting given to us by a friend is not thriving. It's an inside plant but we have no room inside for plants so it's suffering on the sun-scorched balcony. (I hope there's no RSPCP.) That's it from me as we slide down the slippery slope of lethargy into a full blown Middle Eastern Summer. Even though we still have two months left of school I'm feeling the slowness descend. There are more Reasons 2B Cheerful over at Becky's Lakes Single Mum. Labels: gardening, life in Israel, Reasons 2B Cheerful Yom Hashoah - Holocaust Memorial Day In my time I have visited Dachau, the concentration camp near Munich, attended courses and seminars at Yad Vashem, I have taken part in 70 Days for 70 Years, I have visited Anne Frank's hiding place in the attic in Amsterdam, I have listened to the testimonies of many survivors, I have read a hundred books about the Shoah. Despite all this background, each year the impact of Yom Hashoah takes me by surprise. In 2015 I wrote this 100 word challenge. It took a long time for me to understand the implications of being a 2nd Generation Survivor. (It is capitalized because it's a 'thing'). I used to think - you weren't there, for heavens sake, survive already. But then a flatmate explained to me how it is growing up with parents traumatized and damaged, and I remembered certain friends' parents and grandparents from my childhood. My family, on both sides came to England to escape the pogroms in the 1880s. If they left cousins behind, which they almost certainly did, my parents probably had 3rd or 4th cousins who perished. But we don't know who they are and 3rd or 4th cousins in large families of 5 to 10 children are distant relations. However, my mother's family did bring over a cousin from Germany with her two daughters. The collective family employed them as maids and found them accommodation. I know this sounds incredible but that's how you got visa's in those days. After the war they lived on reparations, together, the mother and two spinster daughters who never fully recovered and suffered mental health issues until they died. My mother also remembers sitting on the stairs eavesdropping as her parents, grandparents, aunts and uncles discussed what they should do if Hitler conquered Britain. The options were to go into hiding or to commit collective suicide. There were strong arguments for both options. During the blitz my Grandmother evacuated from Ladbroke Grove in London to Pitlochry in Scotland with my mother and her brother. Afterwards she would say, "I don't know why we went so far, we should've gone to Edgeware." But the underlying and unspoken reason for going so far, where no one knew them, was that if the Nazis took Britain they could disappear as Jews and continue to live as Christians. So although my own family are not survivors, my facebook page is full of friends giving testimony about how their parents, grandparents, uncles and aunts either escaped or were murdered. I lit my memorial candle and read about very young children sent on the kindertransport to England and who never saw their parents again. Other children who were sent into convents or the homes of farmers or maids for the duration. Others hidden in attics. I read about men and women who lost their whole families - parents, husbands or wives and their children. They came to England, America, Israel, or Australia alone, remarried and some of my friends' parents are their second families. What must it be like to know that your parents had children before you who were murdered in Auschwitz? How could you ever live up to that legacy? How could you ever be good enough to replace those dead first children? No cousins. No grandparents or uncles or aunts. Only ghosts and the lifelong pain in your parents' hearts. Just last week I was talking to a friend about her uncle who was taken in by their Christian maid as a baby and lived with them until he was about 7. I asked her if they gave him back readily at the end of the war as some families refused to return the children without a fight. My friend said there was no problem as from the very beginning the 'mother' told him that he has a Mummy and a Daddy and a sister who love him and they will come back to get him after the war. The Mummy never came back from the camps. And I can't write this without crying. Yes there was also much kindness amidst the horror. Tomorrow at 10 am the siren will sound over the whole of Israel for two minutes of silence. I've shown photos before of how the traffic, even on the busiest highways, stops and the drivers get out to stand by their cars with heads bowed in remembrance and respect. Every school has a ceremony starting with the siren at 10 am, including every schoolchild. Every citizen stops and our collective memory rises in prayer to the heavens. Lest we forget. Never again. Labels: Holocaust memorial day, life in Israel, Shoah, The Holocaust, Yom Hashoah Reasons 2B Cheerful At Home And Away I've missed two weeks of Reasons 2B Cheerful as we were away for the Pesach holidays. We were staying with my Mum in London where three of us competed for shared one computer. There was also far too much good television to watch and a whole Daily Mail was delivered to the front door every morning (a real paper one, with no clickbait like they use online). Anyway, we're back and just as we started to catch up with our lives, a whole load of new stuff was thrown into the mix. I'm reminded of that fridge magnet that says: I try to take one day at a time but sometimes several days all throw themselves at me at once. Here are some Reasons 2B Cheerful as I battle my way through the 'To Do' list: The London Duck Titania We spent two weeks in London with family and friends. As usual we didn't rush around seeing everything but rather had a couple of outings and lots of hanging out. There may have been some clothes shopping involved. DD and I went on the London Duck. I'd never heard of this tour until I read about it in my 6th graders' English textbook where there is a unit about London. It was a lot of fun. The tour guide was very amusing although the jokes went right over DD's head. As we went into the water however, she started laughing away when he showed us the MI6 building on the South Bank of the Thames. DD: He's very funny isn't he? Everyone knows spies are only in stories and films. Hilarious. Into Summer Summer has officially started. I know this because DD went to school in shorts this morning. That makes it official. There's no going back now. Hot days for five months from now until October. I'm cheerful about it now but of course I'll be yearning for cold weather by the middle of June. Hanging out at the bar at the photography exhibition My friend Yael Katz held her first photography exhibition yesterday evening. It was so impressive that it deserves a whole post to itself. Watch this space, it's coming soon. My friend had her annual visit to her mother's graveside accompanied by close family and friends. After visiting the cemetery on The Mount of Olives, they return to the house for a breakfast. Obviously this isn't the reason to be cheerful but my job is to stay at home and set out the breakfast. And I love preparing food and setting it out. I was singing away to myself as I cut up fruit and vegetables, arranged cheese and dips on platters and chose matching tablecloth and napkins. (S - Sorry for being so happy on your mother's yarhzeit but please think of it as me helping to celebrate her life.) I'm linking up to R2BC over at Becky's Lakes Single Mum blog. Labels: London, Pesach 2017, Reasons 2B Cheerful, The London Duck, Yael Katz Photography Tuesday Tidbits #44 - The Pesach Holiday Standing on a London bridge Possibly Lambeth Bridge Revising for a geometry test at school. Me: We'll have to look up what these angles are called in Hebrew, I only know right angle, obtuse angle and acute angle. DD: Really? A cute angle? Awwww! On Pesach (Passover) we don't eat bread for a week. There are loads of other rules but this is the main thing. I am trying not to eat bread and DD doesn't like it very much so we often don't have bread in the house for weeks. Me (to my nephew on the last evening of Pesach): If you weren't coeliac, if I wasn't on a ketogenic diet, and if DD liked bread, we could have sandwiches in 10 minutes. But you are, I am and she doesn't so we're not. And we don't have any bread in the house anyway. DD: What? We're not allowed bread on Pesach? Me: No, of course not. That's the main thing about Pesach. Why do you think we're all eating matza instead? DD; Oh. No one told me. I seem to have missed that piece of information. On arriving early for our tour on the London Duck. Me: The London Eye is right here. Maybe we'll go and see if we can get tickets for today. DD; Oooh yes. I really want to go on the London Eye. (As we turn the corner and see the London Eye up close.) DD; It's very big. I do want to go on it but not today. Maybe I'll go on it when I'm 12. Or when I'm 16. We finished reading Heidi and went on to Heidi Grows Up. In the first chapter Heidi says her prayers and includes the line, "God bless the Grandmother up in heaven." DD: Wait. Is she dead? Me: Seems so. DD: So that's it? They just mention that she died? Just like that? No expressions? Me: What expressions do you want? DD: Like if Heidi was sad...if they cried...how did she die...about the funeral.... Not just she's dead and that's it! I hope we get a few more expressions when the Grandfather dies. DD went to a park in London with Grandma and she made friends with a Muslim girl who was wearing a long black abaya and a black hijab covering her hair, forehead and neck. Me: Did you ask her why she was dressed like that? DD: Yes. She told me she was Muslim but I didn't understand what that meant. Me: Did you tell her that' you're Jewish. DD: Yes but I don't think she understood what that is. Me; So what did you talk about? DD: We found we watch the same You Tube videos. Talking of You Tube... DD: You know like when a series ends and you're like, "I'm so sad?" And you're like, "I'll never find another good series," And then you do find one and you're like.... Me: Will you stop saying 'like' for everything. You know when a series ends and you FEEL sad because you THINK you'll never find another good series.... DD: You know when a series ends and you feel so sad and you feel like, I'm allowed to say that, you've lost a friend and you feel like, I'm allowed to say that, almost crying? Labels: Pesach 2017, tidbits, You Tube	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0021.json.gz/line351
__label__wiki	0.790491	0.790491	Business Food Celsius Ice Cream, where “dessert dreams come true” By Lloyd Alaban December 3, 2019 In some ways, rolled ice cream, like most other desserts, is an art form. A chef puts ingredients together, chops them up, methodically scrapes them off a cold plate, makes them visually appealing, stacks them sky-high with toppings, and then gives the creation an equally creative (and always humorous) name. In other ways, it’s a science: A milky mixture hits a cold metallic plate, gets knocked around a bit by two spatulas, and then almost as if on cue, the temperature turns it into milky solid ice cream. Repeat the process with pretzels and chocolate and some flavored syrup, and you have a sweet rolled ice cream creation. Jerry Wang, owner and manager of Celsius Ice Cream, sees it as both. It’s why he and his business partner, Chuck Lim, named their store Celsius, after the methodical and ever-tinkering Swedish scientist Anders Celsius, whose temperature scale now bears his name. As a reminder to always be “persistent” and “experiment,” the scientist’s picture hangs next to the register. “Just like us, he [Celsius] was an experimenter,” said Wang. “There’s always something new to discover in ice cream, so we wanted to be a bit different.” Any way you cut it, rolled ice cream is a dessert-lover’s dream, and Celsius, tucked along a strip mall corridor on South Park Victoria, is the local Sandman, backed by two persistent inventors. Rolled ice cream is the latest in “Instagram-worthy” food popping up in the South Bay. The creamy concoction comes to the US by way of Thailand, where the treat is a common street food. It was a fitting place for Lim and Wang to start. Lim, who is Thai himself, made several trips to Thailand to observe and perfect the duo’s eventual recipes while also scouting and building their small business. After settling on a site in Milpitas, Lim and Wang started building the interior of Celsius, piece by piece. “Some of the wood doesn’t match,” said Wang of the store’s interior. “But that’s what I like about it. It gives it a quaint feel. Not like a franchise where everything is the same.” And both men’s efforts seem to have worked, because the employees at Celsius make the milky science just as hypnotizing. Behind a glass wall, you’ll hear the “chop-chop-chop” of the spatulas and the distinct scrape of metal on cold metal (known in the industry as an “ice fryer”). As Celsisus serves its ice cream up, it gives customers the options of topping the creations any way they want. Feeling like chocolate? One customer in line recommend the Cool Breeze, a mix of mint Oreos, chocolate drizzle, and chocolate cookie dust. If you want something a bit more healthy, Wang recommends the Mango Sticky Rice, which is exactly what it sounds like, mixed in with ice cream. Wang, who has a background in software development, and Lim, who tinkers with exotic cars, pride themselves on making their food a bit above the rest. They source all their dairy products from Strauss, an organic, family-run creamery in Petaluma. Wang said the organic touch gives his ice cream a “smoother and creamier” taste than the rest. “They’re definitely Instagrammable too,” said Wang. If concoctions like Breakfast Time (cereal and fresh fruit) or Strawberry Bae (basically a love letter to strawberry ice cream) aren’t your thing, or you’re somehow able to fit even more sugar into your diet, then the store also offers pearl tea and milk tea drinks on their menu. Gushed one customer, “This place will make your desert dreams come true.” Both Lim and Wang take as much time ensuring the quality of their drinks as they do the quality of their ice cream. They source their ingredients from the same company as the popular Boba Guys boba tea shop. And most importantly, every batch of boba pearls is guaranteed fresh by Lim and Wang, who insist on making a fresh one every four hours. “We work hard on cooking our boba,” said Wang. “It’s always warm. It keeps our product at a high watermark.” And their young and growing customer base certainly agrees. So much so that Wang and Lim have sought input from their customers from nearby Rancho Middle School on new flavors. “Like a focus group,” Wang said. “We ask them what they like and let them taste samples. We’ll ask our employees too and they’ll come up with ideas that are really unique.” He joked, “Celsius is sort of like a Willy Wonka lab.” Since opening in January, Celsius has also branched out into events around the community. They’re a regular fixture at the Milpitas Farmers’ Market each Sunday. Last month, Celsius served their desserts at the Rancho Middle School-Sinnott Elementary School joint fundraiser. For next year, Wang and Lim have goals of sending the brand into the local food festival circuit. “We’ve been very grateful the neighborhood has been responding to us quite well,” said Yang. “We’re always looking for more people to be aware of us,” He mused that one day he’d like to see “every person in Milpitas,” eventually try something from Celsius. “Just the fact that we can bring something like rolled ice cream from Thailand for people in Milpitas to enjoy here,” Wang said. “I think that’s a really cool experience.” Celsius Ice Cream 1350 S Park Victoria Dr., #37 celsiusicecream.com Subscribe to get Weekly News for Milpitas It's free. And it'll be delivered direct to your email box. Support Local Journalism. Become a Milpitas Beat Patron today. Lloyd Alaban Lloyd Alaban is a reporter who has lived in Milpitas his entire life. He has a BA in Sociology from UC Santa Cruz and a MS in Journalism & Mass Communications from San Jose State University. He has written for publications such as AsianWeek, realtor.com, Work+Money, SpareFoot, Uni Watch and San Jose Inside. He’s also worked at tech companies like Yahoo! and Google, and has subbed at every public school in Milpitas — except Pomeroy. In his spare time, he likes playing anything that has to do with trivia (especially watching Jeopardy!), running, drinking beer, reading, and playing with his Siberian Husky. The Farmers’ Market, a Fixture in Milpitas It’s a beautiful Sunday morning here at the Milpitas... Revolutionary Manufacturing Company Relocating to Milpitas At 1450 McCarthy Boulevard in Milpitas, on... Milpitas Rotary Club Lunch Program @ Dave & Busters On Monday, January 27, The Milpitas Rotary Club will present our lunch program (Noon to 1:15 PM) at Dave & Buster’s featuring our Speaker Don Peoples who will give his presentation on our own Denny Weisgerber. Art Palooza for Grades K-3rd @ Milpitas Library Join us on Wednesday, January 22nd at 3:45 pm in the Children’s Activity Room for musical chairs art and pop rocks art with paint. This will be messy, interactive and fun! No registration required. For grades: K-3rd grade. A Livestreamed Candidates Forum Community Conversations @ San Jose City College, Milpitas Extension Accessory Dwelling Units One-Step Free Workshop @ Milpitas Seafood City Mausaki Cafe Series – Aki Kumar @ pin Cinema Exchange Mausaki team is excited to announce its 11th th Cafe Series production with Aki Kumar. Indian-born, San Jose-based Aki Kumar, aka “The Only Bombay Blues Man,” left his home in Mumbai with the intention of working as a software engineer in Silicon Valley. Then he discovered the blues, and his life dramatically changed. Singing and playing harmonica, he steeped himself in the music and became a fixture in blues clubs throughout Northern California,where he developed an unique, audacious blend of Chicago-style blues which then led to playing retro Bollywood pop mixed with the blues. Desi Comedy Fest @ At India Community Center The Biggest South Asian Comedy Festival in America, is back at ICC for 1 night only – Sun Jan 26! Raise Your Laugh IQ with Desi Comedy Fest – scientifically sound, medically certified, legally brown, culturally cool! Tickets: $40 online / $50 door (Use discount code MEMBER for ICC Members to get 10% off of tickets). Wild Feminine Power: Rhoda Shapiro @ Milpitas Library Rhoda Shapiro, author of Fierce Women: Wake Up Your Badass Self, will guide the audience through a unique exploration of feminine power and the ways in which it can heal, uplift, and energize the planet. She has worked for more than a decade as a mindfulness and meditation teacher St. John’s Ladies Guild Meeting @ Pavalkis Hall Feb 4 @ 11:30 am To promote and unite the spiritual and social well- being of the women. We cordially invite all women of the 18 years & older to be members of Saint John Ladies Guild. Join us every 1st Tuesday of the month at 11:30 AM in the Pavalkis Hall. 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__label__wiki	0.862719	0.862719	Alternative Opportunities USA Commercial Property UK Trading Fund Fixed Income Security Bonds Finance - Mortgages About Rycal Property Valuation 58% More Than Investment Mr Carter owns 2 buy to let properties, which he had bought in England with the help of our experts. He came to see Rycal Investment Group when we told him about the potential of investing in Minneapolis. Mr Carter was ideally looking for something that he could keep for 5 – 10 years and be able to sell in the future to help with his children's education. Once he had done some investigating Mr C came back to see us and purchased a property investment for £43,000. Once the refurbishment work was complete he was given a gross rental valuation of £931 ($1500 based on an assumed 1 - 1.61 exchange rate) per month. This equated to a yield of 25.9%. The valuation on the property after works completed was approx 58% more than the clients total investment. © 2020 Rycal Group Ltd. All rights reserved. \| Privacy Statement \| Terms Of Use	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0021.json.gz/line358
__label__wiki	0.55792	0.55792	Mouvance des frontières ethniques et religieuses dans les organismes d’assistance anglophones de la région de Québec : Analyse historique du Saint Brigid’s Home et du Ladies’ Protestant Home Donovan, Patrick (Author) An examination of the emergence, administration and evolution of two Anglophone Quebec City social aid societies, one Catholic (Saint Brigid's Home) and the other Protestant (Ladies' Protestant Home), between 1850 and 1970. The author points out that in the early decades of the nineteenth century, social aid societies in Quebec City did not differentiate between the language, ethnicity or religious affiliations of the poor they served. After 1840, collaboration between social aid societies diminished and the societies began to focus on their specific ethno-religious community. After 1950, with the professionalization of social workers, the closure of orphanages, the decline of the Anglophone population, and the "erosion of ethno-religious frontiers", English language social aid organizations in Quebec City began to consolidate their services. Founded in 1859, the Ladies' Protestant Home was originally a temporary shelter for poor and destitute Protestant immigrant women in Quebec City. In the 1950s, its mandate was expanded to include seniors and non-Protestants, Francophones and men. The Home closed in 1989 and its services amalgamated with St. Brigid's Home. St. Brigid's Home was founded in 1856 by Reverend Father Bernard McGauran as a shelter for Irish Catholic immigrants, widows and orphans. By the 1950s, a fifth of the residents were Francophones and, fifty years later, half the residents were Francophone. In 2007, St. Brigid's amalgamated with the Jeffery Hale and the Holland Center (today known as Jeffery Hale–Saint Brigid's Home). Cahiers de l'ÉDIQ http://www.ediq.ulaval.ca/fileadmin/ediq/fichiers/Publication/CE_2016_Vol3_No1/5.CE2016_Vol.3_No.1_Donovan.pdf Donovan, Patrick. “Mouvance des frontières ethniques et religieuses dans les organismes d’assistance anglophones de la région de Québec : Analyse historique du Saint Brigid’s Home et du Ladies’ Protestant Home.” Cahiers de l’ÉDIQ Vol. 3, no. 1 (2016): 33–56. http://www.ediq.ulaval.ca/fileadmin/ediq/fichiers/Publication/CE_2016_Vol3_No1/5.CE2016_Vol.3_No.1_Donovan.pdf. http://quescren.concordia.ca/en/resource/U2Y2FFQI Community Development/Planning Health/Social Services Facilities/Hospitals Poverty/Unemployment	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0021.json.gz/line362
__label__cc	0.684443	0.315557	New Work Quotations New Work Quotes from: Hal Price Harold Prince Josh Young Giving Quotes I get asked to read new works a lot, in the hope that I will give a quotation and I will only give a 'puff' for a book I truly love. Never Quit Quotes There's a need to keep the history of an artform going, parallel with the new work that's being done. No single achievement in science is possible without the painstaking work of the many hundreds who have built the foundation on which all new work is based. Trying Quotes It makes sense to invest in new work. It's almost like having a research department in a scientific laboratory. You have to try things out. You'll make some bad mistakes. Some things will fail but at least you'll energise the organisation. Years Quotes I spent most of the year in the studio for electronic music at a radio station in Cologne or in other studios where I produced new works with all kinds of electronic apparatus. I do not want my new works to be generated in a market or audience of any kind. I am so envious of my colleagues from 100 years ago who only sang new works, they hardly ever sang revivals. Accepting Quotes I still do not know where the notes will come from when I accept a commission for a new work. What's missing in the musical theater is producers willing to nurture new work, raise the money and put it on. Joanna Priestley’s amazing body of animated films have deservedly earned their place in the pantheon of contemporary international animators. Inventively visioned, superbly crafted, and rich with insight into the physical and spiritual dilemmas that confront us all, each new work provides an unexpected pleasure. We are continuously challenged to discover new works of culture—and, in the process, we don’t allow any one of them to assume a weight in our minds. Knows Quotes We never know beforehand how new posts or new work will change us. Any genuine work of art generates new work. Moreover, the works already known are due to chance and experiment rather than to sciences; for the sciences we now possess are merely systems for the nice ordering and setting forth of things already invented; not methods of invention or directions for new works. It cannot be that axioms established by argumentation should avail for the discovery of new works, since the subtlety of nature is greater many times over than the subtlety of argument. But axioms duly and orderly formed from particulars easily discover the way to new particulars, and thus render sciences active. I'm just in the business of creating; creating new work inspires you to create new work. It's kind of funny. Continuing to pay people unemployment compensation is a disincentive for them to seek new work. Concerts Quotes I really, really love new work, and that's why, you know, I produced a concert series supporting new musicals and stuff like that. I hope to do more things like that. To understand what I am saying, you have to believe that dance is something other than technique. We forget where the movements come from. They are born from life. When you create a new work, the point of departure must be contemporary life -- not existing forms of dance. Facts Quotes The fact is that people are attracted to new work and by new work.	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0021.json.gz/line363
__label__cc	0.720905	0.279095	E-Boat Magazine. This section of the E-Boat Web Site carries some articles from the club's previous magazines, which were sent to all members, as well as some on-line only material. Please forward any articles or items for publication on the Web Site to the Webmaster. "Beth" (E-160) by Rennie Ritchie, her owner. see below "Eraser" by Colin Geddie, her owner. Eraser "Erwtje" (E-240) by Bouke van den Booren, her owner. Erwtje Item submitted by Ernst Visser (in Dutch) E-boat eigenaaren "E-Major" and the Forth & Clyde Canal E-Major "Shot" by Hans Fontijn Shot "Seeadler" by Paul Brunette Seeadler The Mark IV E-Boat by David Ritchie E-300 "Jandi" (E-162) by Colin Ross E-162 E-160. BETH by Rennie Ritchie - updated May 2016 I have been sailing since I was either six or eight, I can't really remember, but I know I could virtually row a boat not long after I learned to walk. I started out by sailing in friends dinghies at North Berwick and eventually got my own second hand Graduate to sail out of Kinghorn. I was lucky my good friend's father had a 28 foot yawl and we spent most of our High School holidays sailing her on the West Coast, based from Bute. I was determined from that point, I would eventually own my own yacht, probably something around 35 - 40 feet with six berths, plenty canvas and a good inboard diesel engine... A number of years later, I recall popping into Production Yachts in Glenrothes, looking for fibreglass to effect a repair on a friend's dinghy. Little did I know that some 20 years later I would own a boat built in these premises. My first sight of the E-Boat must have been at Port Edgar around 1977, when I made one of my frequent visits to harbours and chandlers, just to look at boats. I was taken with the concept. A 22 feet 4 berth boat which could both cruise and race as well as being trailed to the west coast without the usual week long sail around the North and throughout the (expensive) Caledonian Canal. A few subsequent visits "to look at boats" saw me at Port Edgar and able to see the E-Boats sailing. At that time I decided I would like to own one of these boats and not just wait till I retired and bought my 40 footer. Well my sailing continued from Graduates to Flying fifteens to Catamarans with all manner of dinghies and cruising yachts thrown in for good measure. My son started sailing and we got him a Topper. Great fun, even for dad when the weather is "iffy." But still there was a hankering to get something which had a bit more stowage space than the ditty bag on my Dart 18 could offer. I continued to make regular sorties to Port Edgar and whilst discussing the Buzz as a potential training boat for St. Andrews Sailing Club's junior members, broached the subject of my ultimate quest for a 40 footer, being partially satisfied if there was ever anything suitable in the second hand market - at a reasonable price! Well I should have known, involving Jock Blair. It was not long till "EE BA GUM" featured in the conversation. I recalled the front cover of Scottish Yachting Life which showed E-160 doing a quick impersonation of U-160. The boat had been up for sale prior to its escapade in the 1995 Carl Dyson, but I could not contemplate the asking price. Jock suggested I pop down and look at the boat which had obviously suffered from the accident but was perhaps worth looking at with a view to spending some time and money on. After all who could know more about the E-Boats than the man who built most of them. Nothing daunted I set off, once again to Port Edgar where I was introduced to a very sorry looking E-Boat. She was sitting on her trailer, still awash with water (salty but well diluted with the winter's rain. The sails were awash, there was no hatch garage, the sheets were cut and quite a few bits and pieces damaged or missing. What a sorry sight. However the hull, deck and mast looked in reasonable nick and my spirits were lifted. I asked Jock to contact the owner and see what he would want for the boat. I new she was the subject of an insurance claim so perhaps she could be sold for less than her pre-accident asking price. It was at this point, early Spring, 1996, I contacted Ewan Hyslop, then the Sec. to the E-Boat Class Association. Ewan was more than helpful and sent me all the information on the class etc. I reciprocated by joining there and then, hopeful in the fact I would sooner or later be sailing an E-Boat. A week or so later I was given a price. Quite a bit down on the original asking price, but still a bit high for me. Nevertheless, following Jock's suggestion I contacted George MacBean the local marine surveyor and had the boat surveyed. What a blow. George found the hull to be reasonably sound but found all the internal strengtheners, under the floor boards to be fractured. This along with a number of other faults really put a damper on things. However the bottom line was she could be repaired, if I was prepared to spend the time and money on her. A quick call to Ferry Marine at Port Edgar gave me a quote for replacing the fractured hull strengtheners and then it was back to Jock. It was now a balancing act with the revised asking price for the boat to see if it could now accommodate the cost of the professional repairs. I was prepared to tackle the majority of the work, but not anything to do with the actual integrity and safety of the hull or deck. To continue with this article, click here. 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__label__cc	0.573276	0.426724	Dave Mustaine Recalls Mountains Of Cocaine During ‘Wake Up Dead’ Video Shoot Megadeth mainman Dave Mustaine reflected on bands party years in an interview with Revolver TV. “If you look back at significant landmark things in my career, looking at some of my videos, I can look at my face and say, ‘Yeah, I was partying there’,” Mustaine explained. “The video for ‘Wake Up Dead’, the band, Chris [Poland] and Gar [Samuelson] had some friends that had come to see us, and they brought mountains of cocaine, and no one could even speak, they were so high on blow towards the end of that night, so if you look at the video, and you watch it, the beginning is really fluid and really comfortable and towards the end we were ready to kill people.” Watch the comments and check out the ‘Wake Up Dead’ video, filmed in 1986, and draw your own conclusions below. March 3, 2010 rockdirt Multimedia No Comments Megadeth ‘Head Crusher’ Video Megadeth are out with the video to their new single ‘Head Crusher’, the first release from the heavy metal band’s twelfth studio album ‘Endgame’, out now on Roadrunner Records. Watch it via AOL’s Noisecreep below. September 24, 2009 rockdirt Multimedia No Comments Dave Mustaine Discusses ‘Endgame’, Military & New Studio Simon Young of Kerrang! talked to Megadeth mainman Dave Mustaine about the bands new album ‘Endgame’, the shallow aspect of the music biz that looks are important, setting up a music school for kids in the inner city to give back, not feeling on a clock with his own studio, military strategy and why you really shouldn’t drink from hotel coffee pots. Video at YouTube has since been removed. August 19, 2009 rockdirt News No Comments James Hetfield Imitates Dave Mustaine’s Singing Style Metallica frontman James Hetfield offered his take on rival and ex-bandmate Dave Mustaine’s singing style during the band’s appearance on ‘Taratata’ TV show in France. After playing a bit of ‘Symphony of Destruction’, Hetfield repeated some of the lyrics holding his nose and singing nasally. “I stay out of that one,” drummer Lars Ulrich said. “You know, back in the day, 1982, I stayed out of it, and I’m still tryin to stay out of it. So you do your thing with Dave, I’ll stay out of it.” Hetfield then said, “There was nothing bad, nothing bad. He’s good. Good songwriter, everything.” Watch the clip below. October 16, 2008 rockdirt Multimedia No Comments David Ellefson Backstage At Rocklahoma 2008 David Ellefson spoke with Eddie Trunk backstage at Rocklahoma 2008, where the former Megadeth bassist talked about the tour and plans for a new F5 record on August 15th. Watch the brief interview below. July 13, 2008 rockdirt Multimedia No Comments Dave Mustaine Of Megadeth Interviewed Backstage At Gigantour 2008 Altitude TV caught up with Megadeth mainman Dave Mustaine at Gigantour 2008. Dave talked about their latest album ‘United Abominations’ doing well internationally but not so good in the U.S., but talked about the band’s fortune of being able to make money as a live band. Dave also praised their new guitarist Chris Broderick and said they’ve started “nibbling around” with new stuff for the next record. Dave then talked about selecting the other acts on the tour and how becoming a born again Christian has changed him, “but there’s no way I could hange the music” in response. The interview at YouTube has since been removed. June 15, 2008 rockdirt News No Comments Megadeth Bassist James Lomenzo Interview Video C. Ryback of Get In The Pit met up with Megadeth bassist James Lomenzo before the band’s gig at Ice Hall, Helsinki, Finland. They talked about Dave Mustaine, Gigantour and Children Of Bodom, previous visits to Finland, his “J.Lo” nickname, and more. February 6, 2008 rockdirt News No Comments Megadeth Guitarist Chris Broderick Performing ‘Sleepwalker’ Video A short video clip of the new Megadeth guitarist Chris Broderick, formerly of Nevermore, performing the Megadeth song ‘Sleepwalker’ has been posted online. Watch it via YouTube below. January 15, 2008 rockdirt Multimedia No Comments Dave Mustaine: I Don’t Talk A Lot Onstage Megadeth mainman Dave Mustaine spoke with Australia’s Time Off magazine about what fans down under can expect, and what not to expect, from the veteran band’s live set in support of ‘United Abominations’. “There’s going to be four songs off the new record, and we’re going to play for about an hour and a half,” Mustaine explained. “I don’t talk a lot during the set, so it’s almost like and hour and 45 minutes, for other people. I think it’s unnecessary to talk a lot live onstage, unless you’re Henry Rollins. I’m not, I get a little shy. I could be telling the greatest story and someone will yell something out and I’ll be like, ‘Oh my God, you ruined my story, you made my brain short out’. And I’ll have to say something like, (puts on a tough guy voice) ‘I’m going to kill you!’ to cover up the fact that you’ve broken my train of thought and I don’t know what I’m saying anymore.” November 12, 2007 rockdirt News No Comments Dave Mustaine Visits ‘The Sauce’ Megadeth mainman Dave Mustaine visited ‘The Sauce’ on Wednesday (September 26) at fuse Studios in New York City. Check out pictures from WireImage. September 30, 2007 rockdirt Photos No Comments	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0021.json.gz/line365
__label__wiki	0.767496	0.767496	First lunar eclipse of the year on Jan 10 Aside from the full moon, a penumbral lunar eclipse will also take place on Friday. The ISPA official said that weather would be partly cloudy on night between 10 and 11 January, private news channels reported. Penumbral eclipses take place in Earth's penumbral shadow - a region of space that is much lighter when compared to the umbra. An all-out lunar overshadowing happens when the Earth sepa... [Full Article...] Astronaut shares breathtaking image of 2020's first meteor shower She and fellow NASA astronaut Christina Koch (out of frame) ventured into the vacuum of space for seven hours and 17 minutes to swap a failed battery charge-discharge unit (BCDU) with a spare during the first all-woman spacewalk. NASA astronaut Christina Hammock Koch, a member of the International Space Station (ISS) expedition 59/60, gestures from inside a bus shortly before the launch at the... [Full Article...] Astronomers Find Baby Stars in 'Radcliffe Wave' Gas Filament The large and moderately small thread-like structure is moving and it contains a massive network of stellar nurseries that are probably the star-forming reasons. To map the position of the clouds, the scientists relied on the fact that, just like the sun blushes at sunset, the light of the stars blushes as it passes through interstellar dust. [Full Article...] Astronomers hear repeating radio burst from nearby galaxy \| Wednesday, January 08, 2020 Fast radio bursts are high-energy transient radio emissions that only last for a few milliseconds generated by a high-energy astrophysical process that scientists do not yet understand. An global team of astronomers used eight telescopes participating in the European Very Long Baseline Interferometry Network to conduct follow-up observations in the direction of FRB 180916. [Full Article...] SpaceX Launches 60 Satellites Succesfully For Starlink Project Elon Musk's space agency just launched its third bundle of internet satellites, and you might have already guessed the reason: to provide internet access to more remote regions throughout the world. Previously, the first Starlink satellites were sent off in May 2019 and the operation was successful. SpaceX confirmed that this particular Falcon 9 first stage had been previously used on a... [Full Article...] Teens rescue koalas from Australia bushfires, social media sends love Two species known as the glassy black cockatoos and the dunnarts may have been completely wiped out in the raging Australian bushfires , according to reports. "NASA's fleet of satellites are able to monitor from their various satellites the extent of the damage and the areas continuing to burn which assist firefighters in fighting these major disasters". [Full Article...] Aliens exist and may already be among us, says first British astronaut But historically speaking, Sharman is extremely exceptional since she is the first person from her country to become an astronaut. When Tim Peake went into space , some people just forgot about me. Sharman told the magazine that glorious deep seas which she witnessed from above "took her breath away". Since Sharman is one of 565 people who have actually been in space, when she talks abou... [Full Article...] Australia fires: NASA reveals ‘ecological disaster’ in pics as Kangaroo Island scorched NASA's Terra satellite snapped an image of Kangaroo Island's burn scars on January 7. Kangaroo Island's lush greenery is shown in a December 16 image taken by NASA's Terra satellite. "Over 50 per cent (of the population) have been lost", said Mr Sam Mitchell of Kangaroo Island Wildlife Park, which is raising funds to care for the injured koalas. [Full Article...]	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0021.json.gz/line368
__label__wiki	0.530981	0.530981	TCP 51(2) Spring 2018 A Publication of the Society for Community Research and Action Division 27 of the American Psychological Association About TCP The Community Practitioner Criminal Justice Interest Group Rural Interest Group Self-Help Interest Group Undergraduate Community Psychology Practice Book Review - Achieving College Dreams APA Award for Distinguished Contributions to Research in Public Policy 2018 SCRA Best Dissertation in a Topic Relevant to Community Psychology 2018 SCRA Emory L. Cowen Award for the Promotion of Wellness 2018 SCRA Early Career Award SCRA 2018 Ethnic Minority Mentorship Award SCRA Fellows 2018 Election: Candidates for SCRA Officers Yolanda Suarez-Balcazar ysuarez@uic.edu Building our Road Ahead on Our Values and Strengths One of the cornerstone values of community psychology and the work that many of us engage in is the focus on assets and building on strengths. Consistent with this value, at the last Mid-Winter Meeting I invited the Executive Committee (EC is composed of 19 members) to engage in an Appreciative Inquiry approach to reflect on our (as a society) strengths and successes and envision the future. Appreciative Inquiry is a positive approach to planning that builds on the premise that strategic planning should be grounded on the organization’s values and strengths. We are often so blitzed with troubles and issues to resolve, that we can easily overlook the strengths and values that keep us together and matter to us. Celebrating our strengths and values allots us a strong sense of community and belonging. Susan M. Wolfe, Susan Wolfe and Associates, susan@susanwolfeandassociates.com and Dominique Thomas, Georgia State University, dthomas60@gsu.edu Spring is here, and with it comes many interesting and important articles. First, the President’s summary of the SCRA Executive Committee’s Mid-Winter Meeting provides SCRA members with some insights into what is discussed and what SCRA leadership considers as priorities. Second, we have all of the great articles submitted by our column editors. Third, TCP has additional articles to share that were submitted by members, including a book review. Fourth, we present the 2018 SCRA Award winners (congratulations!). And, finally, we also present to you the candidates for the SCRA Executive Committee. With that, we would like to remind you that, just as it is important to vote in our local, state, and federal elections, it is also important to vote in the SCRA elections when you receive the ballot. Remember, we want feedback from you about what we are doing right and what you would like us to do differently. Also, if you have ideas for a special feature or article, please email us at tcp@scra27.org and share with us or set up a time to talk about it. Susan and Dominique Community Health Interest Group Initiates Research Partnership with UPR Psychology Written by David W. Lounsbury, Albert Einstein College of Medicine, Bronx, New York To be frank, things were not going so well for my in-laws in Puerto Rico even before Hurricane Maria struck. The elderly parents of my husband, Rafael, had been housebound for more than a year prior, requiring 24-hour homecare. The family house in San Juan, a Caribbean-style three-bedroom cement structure – built in the Fifties to withstand up to 140 MPH winds when the Americanization of the island’s economy was still powering up – was now in need of serious refurbishments to roof, baths and kitchen. Then came 2017 Atlantic hurricane season. On September 7th Hurricane Irma, a Category 5 storm with intense tropical rains and winds topping 180 mph, clipped Puerto Rico and damaged an already extremely fragile power grid. Just two weeks later Maria hit, the first Category 4 storm to make landfall on Puerto Rico since 1932. Tracking southwest of the San Juan, from Arecibo to Humacao, Maria wiped out homes, roads, and bridges across the island. Nearly the entire population was without electricity and running water with thousands rendered homeless. A humanitarian crisis unfolded. Edited by Nicole Freund Written by Olya Glantsman, DePaul University, oglantsm@depaul.edu The Community Psychology Practice Council is utilizing this column in 2018 to highlight the practice work of our members and profile their organizations. This first profile is of The Community Engagement Institute (CEI), an institute affiliated with Wichita State University. CEI partners with communities and organizations to strengthen Kansas through education, leadership development, facilitation, project management, and research. The Institute’s purpose is to (1) promote best practices in organizations and communities, (2) foster meaningful connections and engagement, provide applied learning opportunities, and (4) conduct high-impact, state-of the-art applied research. Dr. Scott Wituk currently serves as executive director of the institute and provided valuable context and history for how CEI came to be and where it is going. Edited by Jessica Shaw, Boston College of Social Work The Criminal Justice Interest Group Column features recent and ongoing work of our members. We encourage readers to reach out to the authors if they are interested in learning more or exploring potential opportunities for collaboration. We also invite readers to join one of our upcoming Learning Community Series presentations in which Criminal Justice Interest Group members share their work virtually to foster a learning community. More information, and recording of prior presentations, can be viewed at http://scra27.org/who-we-are/interest-groups/criminal-justice-interest-group/ . Fostering Interdisciplinary Collaboration through Process Evaluation Written by: Sindhia Colburn, Mercedes Pratt, Adam Watkins, and Carolyn J. Tompsett, Bowling Green State University Edited by Susana Helm, PhD, University of Hawai`i at Mānoa, Rural.IG@scra27.org, Cheryl Ramos, PhD and Suzanne Phillips, PhD The Rural IG column of The Community Psychologist highlights rural resources as well as the work of community psychologists, students, and colleagues in their rural environments. Please email Susana if you would like to submit a brief rural report for publication in this column, or if you have resources we may list here. The Changing Shape of Self-help/Mutual Aid Written by Tehseen Noorani The key concepts our interest group revolves around - for instance, 'self-help', 'mutual support' and 'peer-assisted' - can be understood in broad-brush terms. In doing so, the phenomena they refer to might be said to appear everywhere - in the workplace, social gatherings, big institutions, community spaces, on the internet, or at home. This raises a challenge for those of us interested in studying and/or promoting self-help and mutual support (SHMS) practices: how can we draw boundaries that allow us to distinguish where it is from where it is not? If we cannot any longer, perhaps the distinctive study of SHMA risks fading into a sort of generalized irrelevance. Edited by Erin Godly-Reynolds and Jaimelee Behrendt-Mihalski, University of North Carolina Charlotte A Call for Increased Transparency: Total Cost of U.S. Graduate School Attendance and Multi-Level Policy Implications Federal-Level Proposed Cuts: Same Headline, Different Day Written by Erin Godly-Reynolds & Jaimelee Behrendt-Mihalski, University of North Carolina Charlotte In our current political climate in the U.S., we have become inundated with alerts of potential threats to our federal funding and other resources that support our graduate degree programs and individual-level funding streams that enable us to complete advanced degrees in Community Psychology and repay student loans after we graduate. While these threats seem to be never-ending, in December we enjoyed a small win that warranted a temporary sigh of relief: The provision to tax graduate student tuition waivers and grants was removed from the Tax Code chopping block. In its Education Advocacy Legislative Update released in January, the American Psychological Association (APA) explained that a coalition of advocates successfully stopped Congress from eliminating key tax provisions that support graduate students (APA Federal Action Network, 2018). APA (2018) described the preservation of student loan interest deduction and tuition remission tax wavers as critical to graduate students because of these policies’ role in making graduate study more accessible and affordable. Framed as a win for both graduate students and our university, our Graduate School electronically notified us of this federal-level policy news with “Good News for Graduate Students” as the subject. The message sparked a conversation among over twenty of our peers pursuing advanced degrees in psychology, which was fueled by APA’s sentiment regarding policies that impact access and affordability and informed by content we studied in a required diversity course. Creating Space for Networking, Support, and Developing Undergraduate Community Psychology Pedagogy Written by Lauren F. Lichty, Jen Wallin-Ruschman, & Eylin Palamaro-Munsell A movement has grown within SCRA to attend to the practice of community psychology (CP) teaching, research, and action within primarily undergraduate institutions. While there is often discussion of the importance of increasing the visibility of CP in undergraduate education to support graduate programs in the field, less attention has been given to the pedagogical and research-related practices of those working with undergraduates. Over the past two years, several discussions have taken place over the SCRA listserv, at regional conferences, at the 2017 Biennial, and in the American Journal of Community Psychology about the need to develop a community of practice within the field that centers on undergraduate settings. These community psychologists explicitly named the need for a place to share best practices and dialogue on difficulties within undergraduate settings (e.g., Lichty & Palamaro-Munsell, 2017). Book Review - Achieving College DreamsBook Review Written by Edward Seidman, New York University A Sparkle in Seymour’s Eye: Achieving College Dreams Book Authored by Rhona S. Weinstein and Frank C. Worrell There is no topic of greater importance to our contemporary society than the education and socio-emotional development of low-income children of color and first-generation students. The critical challenge for all of us is to expand these adolescents’ future life opportunities in order to jump-start the reduction of societal inequalities. Achieving College Dreams tackles this apparently intractable topic in the context of a 10-year charter school-university partnership. This volume is a living testament to what Seymour Sarason had in mind when he penned The Culture of Schools and the Problem of Change (1971). The authors/editors take us “inside” the process of development of this school across time making creative use of the voices of many – teachers, students, principals, professors, etc. – and make creative use of quantitative and qualitative data as well. The authors demonstrate how success means weaving together the facilitation of cognitive and socio-emotional development into a seamless and ongoing process at multiple levels. I am not aware of any accounts that track the development of a school targeted at this population, students’ successes and failures, using diverse voices and data sets. The volume stands as an exemplar of program development, scientific knowledge, and clinical know-how. Action or Inaction in the Wake of Parkland Florida Tragedy? Preventing Gun Violence Through Model Legislation Op Ed Written by Christopher Corbett As the nation reels from another mass shooting that has killed at least 17 people and injured at least 15 more (Everytown Research, 2018), we can only face up to the harsh reality as to how preventable this shooting was--and also how culpable as a society we all are. Whether through obstruction, such as by the Congress who includes the “Dickey Amendment” every year in spending bills to prohibit the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) from conducting gun violence research (Radelat, 2018), or by neglect, we, the citizenry, fail to demand reasonable firearm restrictions-- there is plenty of guilt to go around. We can take action now to prevent such future tragedies. Congratulations Dick Repucci! The 2018 Recipient of the American Psychological Association Award for Distinguished Contributions to Research in Public Policy For over forty years, Nicholas “Dick” Reppucci has been deeply committed to the well-being of our communities through the formulation of public policy based on social science rather than intuition. This commitment has had a remarkable impact on policy changes for children and families spanning a wide-range of topics including, but not limited to, the evaluation of child abuse prevention programs, adolescent female offending, adolescent culpability, and the interrogation of juvenile suspects. His scholarly achievements and tireless dissemination efforts have fundamentally shaped the discourse on how our public policies can best serve our children, families, and their communities.” Dominique Thomas The 2018 SCRA Best Dissertation in a Topic Relevant to Community Psychology Dr. Dominique Thomas’ dissertation titled “Black Scholars Matter: Development and Validation of a Campus Racial Climate Measure for African-American College Students” was completed at Georgia State University under the direction of Dr. Winnie Chan. The dissertation research was a mixed methods study to advance understanding of campus racial climate, specifically for African-American students. He employed a sequential transformative strategy that included qualitative and quantitative phases. Items for the planned measure were developed from a series of interviews with African-American students. Michelle Stratton The 2018 SCRA Emory L. Cowen Award for the Promotion of Wellness Dr. Michelle Stratton’s dissertation titled “Culture, Resilience, and Adaptation: The Voices of Rwandan and Congolese Refugees” was completed at the Pacifica Graduate Institute under the direction of Dr. Mary Watkins. Dr. Stratton’s dissertation is a sophisticated qualitative study of Rwandan and Congolese refugees in her home community of Manchester, New Hampshire. The project is the result of sustained engagement and inquiry into culturally-based sources of resilience, as well as consideration of how the ‘host’ culture can be more mindful of creating an environment that helps immigrants sustain, and not unreflectively assault, these sources of resilience. Nathan R. Todd The 2018 SCRA Early Career Award Dr. Nathan Todd is an assistant professor at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. His research aims to understand why and how individuals and groups work together for social justice, and the multifaceted ways that religion and racial privilege are part of this process. Bianca L. Guzmán The SCRA 2018 Ethnic Minority Mentorship Award Dr. Bianca L. Guzmán is a highly recognized ecological community psychologist who has national expertise in the educational pipeline of K-20 students of color. She is currently the Director of Pathway Programs at Cal State LA, a new office she created on her campus to address the issues of preparing K-12 students for college. Dr. Guzmán has served as a fellow to the Massachusetts Institute for College and Career Readiness where she assisted in developing and implementing evaluation protocols for educational pathways that can impact the lifelong success of students. The Society for Community Research and Action (SCRA) is pleased to announce the awarding of SCRA Fellow status to Dr. Louis Brown, Dr. Judith Meyers, Dr. Maury Nation, Dr. Stephanie Reich, and Dr. Barbara Yee. Election to Fellow status requires evidence of unusual and outstanding contributions or performance in the field of psychology. Fellow status requires that a person’s work have had a national impact on the field of psychology beyond a local, state, or regional level. A SCRA Fellow is someone who provides evidence of unusual and outstanding contributions or performance in community research and action. SCRA Fellows show evidence of distinctive contributions to knowledge and/or practice in community psychology that are recognized by others as excellent and impact beyond the immediate setting in which the Fellow works. For the full list of SCRA fellows, please see http://www.scra27.org/members1/member-awards/scra-fellows/. Here is a brief introduction to our new SCRA Fellows for 2018. SCRA Executive Committee Candidates Congratulations to this year’s 2018 nominees for SCRA office! We are delighted to have outstanding candidates running for each position. This year, SCRA will be voting for a new President-Elect, Member at Large to the Society’s Executive Council, and Treasurer. Election details will be posted and distributed as we learn the schedule that is outlined by APA.	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0021.json.gz/line372
__label__cc	0.647698	0.352302	Cameraperson Memoir is perhaps my favorite genre in literature. Mary Karr, Nabokov, Bill Clegg, Michael Herr, Margo Jefferson are among my favorite writers because of the stories they’ve told about their own lives. Kirsten Johnson has more than earned her place on my list of favorite memoirs. The work she has done for 25 years as a documentary cinematographer, that stories she has witnessed, have become her story. Like Sarah Polley’s Stories We Tell or even Casey Neistat’s daily vlogging, Johnson’s mastery is the result of her ability to capture moments in her life and then edit them together to create an engrossing story. Cameraperson is, above all, art. It is also memoir. It contains political commentary, comparative and international. It has elements of philosophy. It contains far more critical thought than one might expect from a film created entirely out of b-footage from documentary film making. Editing, again, plays a huge role in its success. To create and advance a narrative, with distinct, but connected thoughts, out of disconnected footage, is an impressive feat. The film ebbs and flows through different shooting experiences that Johnson has had. But a tying thread – footage of her aging, ill, mother, her kids, her family – brings Johnson into focus in a different way. A simple trick, but a meaningful one, Johnson shows throughout the film how she has been shaped by what she has seen and who she has been with.	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0021.json.gz/line378
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__label__cc	0.633309	0.366691	Via John Peart: To my heterosexual friends: this is why Orlando hurts To my heterosexual friends, Lots of you have been silent about events in Orlando this weekend. That’s OK; maybe you were busy, life moves fast. But this one cuts a little deeper for your LGBT friends, like me, and you should know why. It’s not because it’s terrorism; though that plays a part in it. It’s not because of the size of the death toll. There isn’t a scale and this isn’t a competition. It hurts because it’s not so different from the violence we experience every day. Until you’ve been scared to hold your partner’s hand in public, unless you’ve faced fear of revealing yourself to those closest to you; you can sympathise, but you can’t understand. This hurts because whilst families and our community are grieving, the media is denying our collective identity. The world around us tries to politicise every part of our lives as an LGBT community: our fundamental rights, who we can marry, whether we can donate blood. And yet, the rare occasion we want our community to be at the forefront of politics, the politics of hate is erased from the discussion. This wasn’t “America’s Bataclan”. It wasn’t an attack on ‘the West’ or Western culture. This attack was specific. Pre-meditated. Fuelled by a hatred of people like me. This hurts because so many remain silent when usually they are most vocal. They’ll mourn the death of a gorilla but they won’t mourn 49 dead LGBT people. This hurts because it brought the worst of the world out of the woodwork. From presumptive Presidential nominees to priests to small town hicks, they congratulate a terrorist for killing “pedophiles” and “deviants”. This hurts like it always has. Like Harvey Milk said: The anger and the frustrations that some of us feel is because we are misunderstood, and friends can’t feel the anger and frustration. They can sense it in us, but they can’t feel it. Because a friend has never gone through what is known as coming out. I will never forget what it was like coming out and having nobody to look up toward. I remember the lack of hope - and our friends can’t fulfill it. This hurts because of when it happened. June isn’t just any month in the year: it’s the anniversary of the Stonewall riots. It’s the time of the year when our community comes together to celebrate the progress made, and remember those who came before us. Now this year, more than most, Pride will be a reminder of how far we still have to go. But we remain defiant. As a community, you hurt one of us and you hurt us all, and we’ll come back fighting. In cities around the UK, and around the world, people stood still last night to honour and remember the dead. Thousands flocked to pay their respects and draw strength from our collective voice: love is love, and love always wins. So my friends, don’t stay silent in the face of homophobic terror. Do something. Be defiant. Light a candle. Teach your children LGBT people are to be loved not feared. Lend your support to homophiles not homophobes. Ask your LGBT friends if they’re OK. Do whatever you can, but don’t stay silent and don’t let this happen again. John Peart Liberal Redneck: Orlando shooting and 'Radical Islam' From the New York Daily News: There’s no joke to be told here for Daily News Hillbilly-in-Chief Trae Crowder following the massacre in Orlando. In an impassioned and powerful appeal to stop the “archaic lunacy” of religious and gun fanaticism, Crowder breaks it down to its most granular level on whether you’re on the side of love or hate. “Saying that gay people shouldn’t be allowed to get married or be parents is not the same as murdering them, OK? Clearly. But that is where this road leads. This is what happens when zealous hate masquerading as faith is allowed to go unchecked.” Beautiful Song - Krishna Das - Sri Argala Stotram - Show Me Love Via John Peart: To my heterosexual friends: this ... Liberal Redneck: Orlando shooting and 'Radical Isl... Beautiful Song - Krishna Das - Sri Argala Stotram ...	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0021.json.gz/line385
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__label__wiki	0.655806	0.655806	Projects in Ireland Coach Developer Workshop in Singapore Breaks New Ground in Coaching Education Sports 4 Development Ireland \| Coach Developer Workshop in Singapore Breaks New Ground in Coaching Education Breaking away from the usual lectures, the recently concluded Coach Developer Workshop in Singapore saw 21 local coaches and representatives from National Sports Associations (NSAs) actively engaged in presentations and discussions over a three-day session in March. “We’re used to classes where we have to sit down and try to download two to three hours’ worth of [information], and then go home assuming we know everything,” said Condrey Liu, who is a sport development manager at the Singapore Swimming Association, in charge of coach education. He elaborated: “In this workshop, there are no activities or sessions that require us to be stationary, sitting down [for a long time]. We’re constantly being challenged!” Troy Engle, director of CoachSG, acknowledged that the passive methods of coach education needed to be changed. He expressed: “[We recognise that] better coaches emerge through better development programmes and support for them in terms of their professional growth. That’s why we’ve chosen to step back and take a very holistic approach.” The workshop was aimed at training participants as coach developers – in other words, coaches who help train and develop other coaches – to act as key multipliers of CoachSG’s efforts to improve local coaching standards and, eventually, the sporting landscape in Singapore. Engle expressed: “We’re moving towards coach development, supporting them not just in terms of their technical knowledge, but also their interpersonal knowledge and reflective skills. We’re constantly trying to challenge the coaches and support them in their quest to get better at what they do.” Over the course of the workshop, the participants were taught how to improve their facilitation and interaction skills, even conducting mock classes and peer reviews with their groupmates. Liu reflected: “One of the things that’s emphasised heavily is that there is no use focusing on what you didn’t do so well. After getting all the feedback, we need to know how to plan for the [future]. It’s about how we improve ourselves.” Sheik Alau’ddin, head coach of the Singapore Silat Federation, found the peer reviews very helpful to his learning. He said: “[At the Federation], I’m like the boss, always giving instructions. Here, I have to share with a lot of other NSAs. I have to think, plan, and evaluate myself – which I think is great!” He also shared intentions to start a clinic with his coaches after the workshop, so that he could get them thinking about their coaching methods. “We have about 15 core coaches at our Federation. I need them to be like me too, and care for other coaches at the grassroots level,” he said. CoachSG had also invited ICCE trainers Penny Crisfield and Dr Masamitsu Ito to share their expertise at the workshop, supported by grants from the Employment and Employability Institute (e2i). Crisfield, chair of the ICCE Coach Developer Workgroup, has been formalising a training protocol and framework for coaches internationally, while Ito has played a key role in helping CoachSG contextualise the global coach development framework for Asia through the Nippon Sport Science University Coach Developer Academy. Having interacted with the participants, Crisfield expressed hopes that they would continue working towards better coaching standards, describing them as “highly motivated and understanding” individuals. “Once you get people from different sports to talk to each other and start sharing experiences to learn, the movement gathers momentum. It won’t just be these people in isolation, going back to their respective sports,” she said. Looking beyond this workshop, Engle revealed that preliminary discussions on future engagements were underway. This includes helping coaches assess each other, in order to grow coaching standards through constructive feedback and assessment. He stated: “Our plan is to develop a programme that becomes embedded within our system. All of the NSAs, not just the 21 people here, will want to and should participate in this, along with their coach development leadership. 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__label__wiki	0.889533	0.889533	Phivolcs records 2 ‘discrete weak ash explosions’ at Taal Volcano GALLERY: Barangay Ginebra back as PBA Governors’ Cup kings UK plans Brexit celebrations but warns businesses may suffer LATEST STORIES UAAP Season 81: Racela says he’ll be ‘surprised’ if Ateneo loses a game in elims PLAY LIST 01:32UAAP Season 81: Racela says he’ll be ‘surprised’ if Ateneo loses a game in elims02:49La Salle, FEU put ugly offseason brawl behind: ‘Let’s forget what happened’00:58Inquirer Varsity Seven: FEU’s Toni Basas02:14Carpio hits red carpet treatment for China Coast Guard02:56NCRPO pledges to donate P3.5 million to victims of Taal eruption00:56Heavy rain brings some relief in Australia02:37Calm moments allow Taal folks some respite03:23Negosyo sa Tagaytay City, bagsak sa pag-aalboroto ng Bulkang Taal01:13Christian Standhardinger wins PBA Best Player award Both UST and UP are tied at 2-4.After narrowly losing the opening set, the Lady Maroons trained their efforts on Rondina on the way to nailing their first frame win since beating University of the East last Feb. 4.That limited the options of UST, which had already lost EJ Laure, who is out for the season because of a shoulder injury, and libero Rica Rivera, whose reception the Tigresses sorely missed.Sports Related Videospowered by AdSparcRead Next It’s too early to present Duterte’s ‘legacy’ – Lacson Another Filipino shoots for world title The Lady Bulldogs were never in control except in the neck-and-neck battle in the second frame. They got 10 points each from Jaja Santiago and Roseyln Doria.UP laid out a punishing net defense—scoring 14 kill blocks in the process—while letting loose Carlos, who unloaded a career-high 32 points to arrest her team’s losing streak.The Lady Maroons also got 24 points from the other half of their twin-engine offense, Isa Molde. And UP focused on clamping down on Rondina—the top scorer this season with an average of 22 points per game.Rondina still managed to produce 23 points, while Christine Francisco and Dimdim Pacres had 12 and 10 respectively for the Tigresses, who led 18-10 in the opening set but struggled long and hard to close.“I need to be the leader and come up with a game to inspire my teammates,” said Rondina. “But I still have room for improvement.”ADVERTISEMENT Earlier, the UP Lady Maroons found an antidote to high-powered UST star Cherry Rondina by unleashing scoring dynamo Diana Carlos in a 31-33, 25-23, 25-16, 25-12 victory.Pons finished with 18 points, while Basas had 13 as FEU scored the stunning upset for a 4-2 record, tying title favorites La Salle and Ateneo.FEATURED STORIESSPORTSGinebra beats Meralco again to capture PBA Governors’ Cup titleSPORTSTim Cone, Ginebra set their sights on elusive All-Filipino crownSPORTSAfter winning title, time for LA Tenorio to give back to Batangas folk“This is a big help for us, especially for the team’s morale,” said FEU coach George Pascua in Filipino. “Hopefully we can sustain the momentum, the consistency, and the effort.”Setter Kyle Negrito added eight points aside from tossing 25 excellent sets for the Lady Tamaraws. Steam emission over Taal’s main crater ‘steady’ for past 24 hours Sea turtle trapped in net freed in Legazpi City PHOTO BY TRISTAN TAMAYO/INQUIRER.netNeed more proof that it’s open season in the UAAP women’s volleyball tournament? Far Eastern University just hammered out another one.With Bernadeth Pons and Chin Basas at the helm, the Lady Tamaraws dealt the previously invincible Lady Bulldogs their first defeat, 25-22, 25-27, 25-13, 25-20, to form a crowd at second place at FilOil Flying V Centre.ADVERTISEMENT Phivolcs records 2 ‘discrete weak ash explosions’ at Taal Volcano MOST READ Lights inside SMX hall flicker as Duterte rants vs Ayala, Pangilinan anew Don’t miss out on the latest news and information. Nueva Ecija warehouse making fake cigarettes raided, 29 Chinese workers nabbed View comments read more PBA IMAGESANTIPOLO—Doing things right the whole game for the first time this week, Alaska gave its confidence a huge boost and pumped life in its PBA Commissioner’s Cup campaign after a 125-104 ripping of defending champion San Miguel Beer in Game 3 of their Final Four series at Ynares Center here.It was the highest scoring game in the series for the Aces, who forged a Game 4 slated Sunday after getting 24 points from the flu-stricken Vic Manuel coming off the bench and 21 points and 13 boards from import Diamon Simpson.ADVERTISEMENT “We got one [win] and that’s all we needed [coming into this game]. Now we have another chance,” Alaska coach Alex Compton said. “Today just kind of felt like our day. We made a bunch of shots and we had a bunch of bounces go our way.“I just hope we have many of those days,” Compton said. “Obviously we’re still down, but I tell you what I love my guys and I asked them to fight till the end and they did. I’m just really proud of my guys.”FEATURED STORIESSPORTSGinebra beats Meralco again to capture PBA Governors’ Cup titleSPORTSAfter winning title, time for LA Tenorio to give back to Batangas folkSPORTSTim Cone still willing to coach Gilas but admits decision won’t be ‘simple yes or no’Alaska closed out the half with a 64-55 lead, and the turning point of the game was when the Aces managed to stay in step with the Beermen with San Miguel’s usual third quarter storm. Alaska took a 94-77 lead into the fourth.Meanwhile, former Alaska import Romeo Travis, who was the Best Import in the 2015 Governors’ Cup, gets another stint in the league after agreeing to play for the Magnolia Hotshots in the season-ending Governors’ Cup. Lacson: Calamity fund cut; where did P4 billion go? Travis, one of LeBron James’ best friends while they were growing up in Akron, Ohio, led the Aces to the Finals in that conference only for Alaska to be swept by San Miguel Beer.Finally showing the form of a top seed, Rain or Shine comes into Game 3 of its Final Four series with crowd-darling Barangay Ginebra with newfound confidence on Saturday as both teams gun for a crucial win in the series that has been reduced to a race-to-two at Mall of Asia Arena in Pasay.After snapping the Gin Kings’ tournament-best eight-game winning streak with a super finishing kick in Game 2, the Elasto Painters enjoy some sort of momentum in their 6:30 p.m. contest.James Yap was one of the heroes in that 109-100 win and will try to repeat his sterling performance, along with teammate Reggie Johnson, who had 25 points and 20 rebounds.ADVERTISEMENT View comments Palace OKs total deployment ban on Kuwait OFWs Lights inside SMX hall flicker as Duterte rants vs Ayala, Pangilinan anew Putin’s, Xi’s ruler-for-life moves pose challenges to West DepEd’s Taal challenge: 30K students displaced MOST READ Carpio hits red carpet treatment for China Coast Guard PLAY LIST 02:14Carpio hits red carpet treatment for China Coast Guard02:56NCRPO pledges to donate P3.5 million to victims of Taal eruption00:56Heavy rain brings some relief in Australia02:37Calm moments allow Taal folks some respite03:23Negosyo sa Tagaytay City, bagsak sa pag-aalboroto ng Bulkang Taal01:13Christian Standhardinger wins PBA Best Player award Sports Related Videospowered by AdSparcRead Next Report: Disney dropping the ‘Fox’ from movie studio names In fight vs corruption, Duterte now points to Ayala, MVP companies as ‘big fish’ LATEST STORIES Don’t miss out on the latest news and information. Trump assembles a made-for-TV impeachment defense team Pirates crush erratic Bombers for 3rd straight win ‘High crimes and misdemeanors’: Trump impeachment trial begins read more Pres. Sirleaf Visits Liberia Mission President Ellen Johnson Sirleaf has expressed delight at the exceptional work being done at the Liberia Mission and especially the skills they are imparting in the young people of this country.“I just want to say how pleased we are to have a group of young people like you that have come together and are applying your time learning a profession and doing well; being able to prepare yourself for leadership of the country; and the way you are doing it is so different and so pleasing,” the Liberian leader told the crowded assembly during a familiarization visit.According to an Executive Mansion release, the Liberian leader made the comments during a pre-Christmas visit to the school’s campus in Caryesburg District.President Sirleaf praised further the efforts of the volunteer staff, headed by Joseph Sehnert, who is also the mission director and a Lay Franciscan Missionary, for bringing up these young students in the way they should go and prepare themselves. Mr. Stanley Maticka, also a volunteer staff, is chief operating officer.She also commended the principal of the St. Anthony of Padua Catholic School, Rufus P.K. Sayemie and the dean of the residential, student work and agriculture program, Alpha John Roland, for the exceptional work they are doing in preparing the young students towards a brighter future.The Liberia Mission which has as its motto: “God-Education-Work” was founded on November 3, 2003 with seven children. The Mission is funded and supported by Franciscan Works of Chicago, Illinois and runs on an annual budget of US$275,000, with US$215,000 as operational cost; while the average per residential student is US$2,047 per annum. There are currently 105 (75 boys and 30 girls) beneficiaries; but presently 75 students are on campus due to the Ebola crisis. The rest will return when government lifts the ban on educational activities. The Mission runs a school and residential program. The residential program includes the students’ work and an agriculture program.Under the education program, the Mission runs the St. Anthony of Padua Catholic School from grades K-1 to 9th. All 9th grade students in the school made a 100 percent pass in this year’s WAEC exams. Of the 105 beneficiaries, 60 attend the campus school, St. Anthony; while 30 of those beyond 9th grade attend the Booker Washington Institute; five attend St. Kizito Catholic School in Paynesville; while 10 have passed the 12th grade WAEC exams and are seeking a university education when school resumes.Under the work program, the students work 20 hours a week with a monthly salary of LD$3,500. The program offers skills development and training in plumbing, masonry, electrical and civil engineering, cooking, animal husbandry, horticulture, small machine repair, painting, carpentry, tile installation, among others.The Mission operates on 25 acres of land, with five acres used for infrastructure and the rest for farming. Currently, the farm raises 170 pigs, 105 laying chickens, 16 ducks, 10 goats, 4 sheep, 4 cows, 3 dogs, 2 cats, 2 donkeys, 1 monkey and a red duiker deer.In addition, the farm has about 5,000 cassava plants, 340 water melon, 150 okra plants, bitter ball, palava sauce, cucumber, and eggplant farms.During the tour of campus, President Sirleaf was presented a number of gifts, including fresh fruits and vegetables, eggs and a chicken which she in turned purchased. They also have pigs for sale at very reasonable prices.As is usual during the festive season, the Liberian leader presented the Mission with an assortment of gifts including some cash to enjoy a Merry Christmas.Share this:Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window)Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) read more PPP slams Kaieteur News for misleading article on declarations to Integrity Commission The People’s Progressive Party (PPP) on Friday slammed the Kaieteur News for a misleading article it published on the declaration to the Integrity Commission. The PPP stated that the issue of declaration was raised on Thursday last at a news conference hosted by Opposition Leader and PPP General Secretary, Bharrat Jagdeo.Members of Parliament are, as public officials, among those required to declare their assetsThe reporter, according to the PPP, asked whether all current PPP/C parliamentarians had filed returns, to which the PPP General Secretary responded that he was not aware of how many persons had filed, but assured that checks would be made. The reporter also asked the PPP General Secretary if he had personally filed, to which he responded no, but committed to do so. On Thursday, (October 11, 2018) he said clearly: “We will get it done because it is something that we believe in. When we were in office, we made sure that every Minister did up to 2014.”Further, the PPP General Secretary at the same news conference, stated that returns must be filed by all parliamentarians and Ministers, not only for 2018, but for the three years during which the Integrity Commission’s secretariat was disbanded by the A Partnership for National Unity/Alliance For Change (APNU/AFC) coalition Government. The PPP General Secretary was clear on multiple occasions in his condemnation of that action.The Party notes too that the Kaieteur News has not, until now, raised queries with the President, Prime Minister or any other APNU/AFC Government official; many of whom have not filed returns with the Integrity Commission for the past 10 years.The Party stated that with Local Government Elections in the air, the Kaieteur News has reverted focus to its anti-PPP agenda; quite possibly because of “benefits? being accessed by the newspaper’s principal, Glenn Lall. On Friday, the PPP General Secretary questioned the inaction of the APNU/AFC coalition Government to fully collect on a $3.8 billion judgement handed down by the Caribbean Court of Justice (CCJ) against Guyana Stores Limited – a company to which Lall is closely linked. Additionally, recent queries were raised in the local media about Lall’s ‘man of business’ being back in business after being hired as an investigator at the Special Organised Crimes Unit; ironically after he was dismissed multiple times by Government agencies for corrupt acts. These are just two examples of some of the factors that have likely influenced the favourable reporting on the APNU/AFC coalition Government coming from Saffron Street.Additionally, to date, the PPP/C is still awaiting information on the non-compliant former parliamentarians, some of whom are current Ministers in the APNU/AFC coalition Government, to proceed with filing of private criminal charges. The PPP/C on June 21, 2017, sent a letter to the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of the Presidency, Abeena Moore, requesting the names of the delinquent People’s National Congress Reform parliamentarians, of the Eighth and Ninth Parliament, who failed to submit declarations for the years 2001-2006 and 2006-2011. The same was requested for APNU parliamentarians who served in the 10th Parliament for the years 2011-2015. To date, there has been no response.Guyanese would recall that in July 2016, the PPP/C moved to the National Assembly to address the issue of greater accountability for persons in public life, via a motion. The motion called for all parliamentarians to make their tax returns, as well as their asset declarations to the Integrity Commission, public for the last 10 years. This was voted against by the APNU/AFC parliamentarians at the time.These issues, relative to the APNU/AFC Government’s sordid lack of accountability, have been totally ignored by the Kaieteur News.The Party has been, and remains, committed to transparency and accountability, unlike the APNU/AFC coalition Government, for which these words have become empty rhetoric.The PPP stated that the Kaieteur News misled Guyanese for many years and on this basis, the PPP will not sit silent and allow them to do so again. read more War vet becomes a survivor for a second time When they cried, they wept for their parents trying to put food on the table, for friends lost, for themselves. About 11 years ago I cared for a gentleman who had had a severe stroke, and it was hard to understand him when he talked. But he couldn’t talk anyway because he just kept crying. “Are you having a lot of pain?” I’d ask. He always shook his head no. “What can I do for you?” By Mary Clare Lockman “Adversity has the effect of eliciting talents, which in prosperous circumstances would have lain dormant.” – Horace It had always been difficult for me to watch old men cry. Helpless and unsure, I couldn’t imagine the hardships they endured in life … the want of the Depression to the horrors of world wars. “Nothing,” he would answer. Then he’d look at me as his eyes filled with tears. Helplessly I offered, “Let me know if there’s anything I can do for you.” The old man would nod his head, then tears spilled down his face until both cheeks were drenched. Since he couldn’t wipe his own eyes, I would dab a tissue on his sodden cheeks, then leave, wondering what was really hurting him. One day, the old man’s son came to visit. He approached me and asked how his father was doing. I told him that I didn’t know if his father was sad because of his stroke or if something else was bothering him. “Let me see if I can figure it out,” the son said. “I’ve got a good idea of what it is.” About a half hour later, he came to me. “My dad was a survivor of the USS Indianapolis. They were on a secret mission at the end of World War II. They were struck by torpedoes and sunk. No one knew they were there because they had no radio contact. For five days they were in the water while sharks circled around them and picked off people one by one.” “How horrible!” “It was. My dad has never cried about it. He said that since he’s been lying in bed, that’s all he can think about.” With this information, I knew what I had to do to care for him. I pulled up a chair when he started talking and just let him talk. I learned to accustom my ear to the old man’s speech pattern, and he told me the whole incredible story. He spoke of the sounds in the water when the sharks came and the screams as 600 men were yanked under. He spoke of the frigid water on his body and the darkness at night. “It was so dark you couldn’t see the person next to you,” he said, weeping. “We kept talking at night so we wouldn’t feel so alone. “We were all afraid to go to sleep. But the worst part was the never-ending thirst.” I choked back tears. “I’m always amazed at what people can endure.” He smiled in that gentle way of his. “I wonder if the reason I keep thinking about it is to give me the strength to come back from my stroke.” He paused for a few seconds. “Because this is the hardest battle I’ve ever fought. But if I made it through the Indianapolis, I can make it through this too.” And he did. From that day on he worked diligently at his physical therapy and became … again … a survivor. Chicken Soup for the Soul was created by Jack Canfield and Mark Victor Hansen. To submit a story, send it in care of the Daily Breeze, 5215 Torrance Blvd., Torrance, CA 90503-4077.160Want local news?Sign up for the Localist and stay informed Something went wrong. Please try again.subscribeCongratulations! You’re all set! read more Manchester United as narrated by David Attenborough Wildlife expert Sir David Attenborough has travelled all over the world studying nature’s weird and wonderful creatures, however the beasts he meets up in Manchester might just top the lot!In his latest study, Sir David tells all about the fascinating different species he encounters at Manchester United’s training complex – Carrington.Even Wayne Rooney comes out of hibernation to say hello! MICHAEL MURPHY VOTED GAA.IE FOOTBALLER OF THE WEEK DONEGAL captain Michael Murphy has been voted the official gaa.ie Player of the Week.The Glenswilly man’s performance against Derry at Celtic Park on Sunday had fans from all 32 counties voting online.He had strong competition from Mattie Donnelly (Tyrone) and Shane Walsh (Galway) in the football vote, but the Donegal captain was a comfortable winner in the end getting almost half of the votes. *GAA.ie FOOTBALL PLAYER OF THE WEEK1. Michael Murphy (Donegal) – 1477 votes (48.3%)2. Mattie Donnelly (Tyrone) – 807 votes (26.4%) 3. Shane Walsh (Galway) – 775 votes (25.3%)The 2012 All-Ireland winning captain changed the game for Donegal against Derry, inspiring their comeback. Brought close to goal for the second half, his influence in the decisive third quarter was profound.Two of his points in that period, his one from play and that incredible sideline ball from the right wing, will live long in the memory.That stellar performance at the most crucial period of the game saw him pick up a huge amount of support on Facebook, more than enough to take him past Donnelly and Walsh, although they both polled very strongly.Donnelly just pipped Walsh into second place after his dominant display from centre-half-back in Tyrone’s replay victory over Down at Newry on Saturday night. The Trillick St. Macartan’s man received 26 per cent of the vote. In third place was Galway’s Shane Walsh. The Kilkerrin-Clonberne man was the star of the Galway team that won the U21 All-Ireland last year and against London he really announced himself at senior level, scoring 1-6 of his side’s tally in Ruislip, including 1-3 from play and a brilliant ’45’. He received 25 per cent of the vote.*Players of the Week are decided based on votes cast by followers of @officialgaa on Twitter and on the Official GAA Facebook Page.MICHAEL MURPHY VOTED GAA.IE FOOTBALLER OF THE WEEK was last modified: May 28th, 2014 by John2Share this:Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window)Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window)Click to share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)Click to share on Reddit (Opens in new window)Click to share on Pocket (Opens in new window)Click to share on Telegram (Opens in new window)Click to share on WhatsApp (Opens in new window)Click to share on Skype (Opens in new window)Click to print (Opens in new window)Tags:gaa.ieMichael Murphyonline vote read more Lacazette and Aubameyang strike as Arsenal down Everton in London Latest Premier League News Gerrard launches furious touchline outburst as horror tackle on Barisic sparks chaos Oxlade-Chamberlain suffers another setback as Klopp confirms serious injury Mesut Ozil broke forward and his low cross was scuffed by Ramsey into the path of Aubameyang, who doubled the lead, despite standing in an offside position.Substitute Cenk Tosun forced a late save out of Cech as Everton looked to set up an enthralling finish, but Arsenal held on to continue their winning ways and pick up a first clean sheet under Emery in the process. tense Green reveals how he confronted Sarri after Chelsea’s 6-0 defeat at Man City England’s most successful clubs of the past decade, according to trophies won REVEALED gameday cracker 4 Unai Emery’s Arsenal revolution continues to build momentum as Alexandre Lacazette and Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang fired in quick-fire second-half strikes to secure a 2-0 victory.The Gunners have now secured a fourth successive Premier League win at the expense of Everton, although replays proved their second goal should not have stood Walcott was aiming to give his old side a headache Aubameyang tucked home the second, although he was offside They had a glorious chance to take the lead inside 90 seconds as Dominic Calvert-Lewin broke behind Arsenal’s high defensive line.The England Under-21 international burst into the box only to be stopped by recalled Arsenal goalkeeper Petr Cech as he looked to round the Gunners captain.The visitors continued to keep a high tempo, forcing Arsenal into a couple of defensive errors as Emery’s side once again tried to play out from the back.Arsenal came close to breaking the deadlock as Hector Bellerin’s cross was knocked down to Nacho Monreal by Aubameyang, with Jordan Pickford making a smart save from the Spaniard’s strike. England’s most successful clubs of the past decade, according to trophies won Every time Ally McCoist lost it on air in 2019, including funny XI reactions 4 Lacazette bends the ball past Jordan Pickford to score Arsenal’s opener huge blow silverware gameday cracker scrap Son ban confirmed as Tottenham fail with appeal to overturn red card Sky Sports presenter apologises for remarks made during Neville’s racism discussion The pace of Walcott and Richarlison threatened Arsenal’s defence throughout the first half and the pair combined for the latter to again test Cech.With Arsenal enjoying more of the ball after the interval they were denied a penalty by referee Jon Moss, who was unmoved by claims of handball against Jonjoe Kenny.They hit the front soon after, though, Lacazette with a pinpoint finish inside the far post after an incisive pass from Aaron Ramsey – and things got better just three minutes later. no dice silverware The average first-team salaries at every Premier League club in 2019 Premier League Team of the Season so far, including Liverpool and Leicester stars Boxing Day fixtures: All nine Premier League games live on talkSPORT latest BEST OF Which teams do the best on Boxing Day in the Premier League era? 4 Most Popular Football News Liverpool news live: Klopp reveals when Minamino will play and issues injury update revealed 4 REVEALED shining Boxing Day fixtures: All nine Premier League games live on talkSPORT SORRY Where Ancelotti ranks with every Premier League boss for trophies won In an open encounter it was Everton who were next to threaten, Cech pushing away a Richarlison strike after the Brazil international had easily held off the challenge of Bellerin.Having started his Everton career with a bang before his red card at Bournemouth, Richarlison was looking to hit the ground running on his return and bent another shot wide.Lucas Digne was next to force Cech into action as his free-kick was tipped over the crossbar after Sokratis Papastathopoulos was booked for fouling former Arsenal winger Theo Walcott on the edge of the box.Sokratis was forced off with an injury soon after, with Rob Holding replacing the Greece defender for Arsenal, who almost took a fortuitous lead into half-time as Aubameyang’s misplaced cross flummoxed Pickford and came back off the crossbar. It was the third time in the last five league games they have started together that both forwards have found the back of the net.After losing the opening two games of his reign, Emery has been unbeaten since, although the Toffees will feel hard done by to leave the Emirates Stadium on the receiving end of a defeat.Marco Silva’s men had the better of the first half, with Richarlison, back in the team after serving a three-match ban, a threat for much of the opening 45 minutes.Despite a decent display, Everton remain without a league win since the second week of the season and have not won a Premier League encounter at Arsenal since Andrei Kanchelskis scored the winner at Highbury in January 1996. A good day’s work all in all for the Gunners read more MINISTER REVEALS HIT-LIST OF SCHOOLS ACROSS DONEGAL TO LOSE 30 TEACHERS The Minister for Education & Skills Ruairí Quinn has revealed that 30 teaching posts are to go across Co Donegal.The Minister told Senator Brian O’Domhnaill that primary schools across Co Donegal will lose a significant number of teaching posts from September.Senator Ó Domhnaill said this was further evidence of the present Government’s anti-rural agenda. “The cuts to small schools and disadvantaged rural schools this year are just further evidence of this Government’s anti-rural agenda. Following a series of questions, the Education Minister Ruairí Quinn has confirmed to me this week that at least nine Primary Schools in Donegal will lose a teacher from September.“That amounts to at least 30 teaching posts. In addition to this, all 101 of Donegal’s primary schools face staff losses and larger classes in September 2013, 2014 and 2015.”The schools losing a teacher this September are:Scoil Náisiánta Gort an Choirce Scoil Náisiánta Arainn MhárScoil Náisiánta Loch an IubhairScoil Chonaill, Bun BeagScoil Naisunta, na hAcraiScoil Cholmcille, Malin Scoil Náisúnta Umlach, Carraig AirtAyr Hill NS, RameltonMany other Schools across Donegal will not get an additional teaching post due to the changes to the staffing schedules, according to Senator O’Domhnaill.Senator Ó Domhnaill added, “Rural DEIS schools will continue to lose posts from September as the Government only saved posts in urban DEIS schools. “This leaves almost all of the DEIS Schools in Donegal with legacy posts, an estimated at 13, at risk of losing teachers.“For example, St Eunan’s National School in Raphoe, a rural DEIS School will lose 4 staff from September 2011 to September 2012. This represents a blatant attack on the most vulnerable young children. St Eunan’s will lose a liaison teacher, a resource teacher a concessionary legacy post and an administration principle post.“This is only one example of how the Fine Gael/Labour education cuts will hit Donegal schools. This county is particularly badly hit by the outright attack on Minority Ethos, the Irish Language, Culture and Social Rights.”MINISTER REVEALS HIT-LIST OF SCHOOLS ACROSS DONEGAL TO LOSE 30 TEACHERS was last modified: March 7th, 2012 by StephenShare this:Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window)Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window)Click to share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)Click to share on Reddit (Opens in new window)Click to share on Pocket (Opens in new window)Click to share on Telegram (Opens in new window)Click to share on WhatsApp (Opens in new window)Click to share on Skype (Opens in new window)Click to print (Opens in new window)Tags:DEIS SCHOOLSSenator Brian O’Domhnaillteachers read more South African quartet plays for peace 8 December 2010A group of internationally acclaimed South African musicians have come together to form a Quartet of Peace that is using classical music to promote worldwide the ideals of reconciliation, freedom and hope represented by South Africa’s four Nobel Peace laureates.Chief Albert Luthuli, Archbishop Emeritus Desmond Tutu, and former presidents Nelson Mandela and FW de Klerk are the inspiration behind the quartet’s formation.The Quartet of Peace consists of David Juritz, also leader of the London Mozart Players; Suzanne Martens, previous concert master of the Cape Philharmonic Orchestra and a lecturer in the University of Stellenbosch’s music faculty; Gareth Lubbe, principal violist of the Gewandhaus Orchestra in Leipzig, Germany; and Peter Martens, former principal cellist of the Cape Philharmonic Orchestra and currently artistic administrator and director of the Stellenbosch International Chamber Music Festival.Juritz is first violin and Suzanne Martens is second violin, while Lubbe is the violist and Peter Martens plays the cello.The quartet kicked off its international tour with a debut concert in Stellenbosch University’s Endler Hall on 15 October 2010. Its official launch concert took place at the Kings Place recital hall in London on 5 December, and raised money for children affected by poverty and war.The event was held with the support of the London Chamber Music Society and featured the UK premiere of composer Eugene Skeef’s new work Uxolo (an Nguni word meaning “forgiveness”).Skeef, who also works in conflict resolution, composed the piece especially for the quartet’s performances.Besides Skeef’s Uxolo, the quartet also performed works by JS Bach, Mozart, Ravel and Bach.Music fosters reconciliationThe remarkable project is the realisation of world-renowned luthier Brian Lisus’ dream – held since Mandela’s inauguration as President of South Africa in 1994 – to use music to foster peace and reconciliation in the world.His vision has become a reality as friends with a passion for classical music and string instruments have rallied around him. offering their assistance to get the Quartet of Peace project off the ground.And since the eminent musicians have volunteered their talents at no cost, the project has developed into a large initiative receiving interest and support from the French minister of arts and culture and the London Chamber Music Society, among others.Lisus hand-crafted brand new string instruments for members of the quartet. The four instruments carry the inscriptions of peace, reconciliation, hope and freedom on the back – the Mandela cello is named Hope, the Luthuli violin is Freedom, the Tutu violin is Peace, and the De Klerk viola is Reconciliation.Message of peaceFurthermore, the musicians are taking the message of peace to local and international audiences with the music of accomplished South African-born composer, percussionist and poet Skeef, now resident in London.Skeef’s involvement in the initiative is interesting, as he was a young activist during apartheid who co-led literacy campaigns in schools and communities across South Africa. He currently serves on the board of directors of the London Philharmonic Orchestra, among many other commitments.The prominent artists were all inspired by the idea of taking the ideals of Mandela, Tutu, De Klerk and Luthuli to the world.They were also motivated by the fact that concert proceeds go towards Musequality projects that uplift and heal children who are disadvantaged and at risk. One of these, the Hout Bay Music Project, teaches 60 children to play string instruments and drums and also offers lessons in life skills. Another, Melodi Music in Soweto, starts children off on the recorder before they advance to other woodwind instruments.The intention is also to help disadvantaged children and child refugees on the African continent, as music is proving to facilitate healing in youngsters who have experienced hardships early in life.Lisus worked around the clock to complete the cello, the last instrument made for the quartet. He said it had been a long journey to see the initiative come to fruition, but the involvement of “wonderful people” was overwhelming.The violinmaker added that he looked forward to hear the musicians play on his handcrafted instruments and to see the concerts supporting music projects for children around the world.“The Quartet of Peace must make everybody aware of the South African ideals; we want to inspire the world to peace and reconciliation – to walk in the footsteps of Mandela, Tutu, Luthuli and De Klerk.”Concert scheduleThe quartet’s inaugural concert in Stellenbosch on 15 October was followed by a performance at the Sans Souci High School in Cape Town on the next day and then the first international concert in Leipzig, Germany, in St Thomas church where Johann Sebastian Bach is buried.They moved on to London’s Kings Place for the 5 December performance, before travelling to Ljubljana in Slovenia for a 7 December concert.They will give an intimate performance in the L’Atelier de Picasso in Paris, France on 13 and 14 December.According to Skeef’s website, the quartet is awaiting confirmation from the Nobel Peace Prize committee of an 11 December performance at the Peace Prize ceremony in Oslo. The composer is also currently organising a special performance of the Quartet of Peace at the home of Nelson Mandela.A special fundraising concert will take place on 16 December, South Africa’s Day of Reconciliation.First published by MediaClubSouthAfrica.com – get free high-resolution photos and professional feature articles from Brand South Africa’s media service. read more Cignal guns for crown vs CEU five Indians bounce back after win-streak snapped Bolick tips hat off to Perez: ‘He changed the culture of Lyceum’ All systems go for Philippine Cup despite leadership squabble Determined to make up for miscue, Kiefer Ravena rescues NLEX	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0021.json.gz/line403
__label__cc	0.528666	0.471334	Discussing Water on Mars New findings from NASA's Mars Reconnaissance Orbiter (MRO) provide the strongest evidence yet that liquid water flows intermittently on present-day Mars. They have been seen to flow during the Martian summer and ebb during the Martian winter. Lujendra Ojha, Mary Beth Wilhelm, Scott L. Murchie, Alfred S. McEwen, James J. Wray, Jennifer Hanley, Marion Massé & Matt Chojnacki. Spectral evidence for hydrated salts in recurring slope lineae on Mars AOP. Nature Geoscience, 2015; DOI: 10.1038/ngeo2546 Hydrated salts in solution with liquid water keep the water flowing even in sub-zero temperatures. Think of it as antifreeze. The spectral signatures are caused by hydrated minerals called perchlorates. The hydrated salts are consistent with the chemical signatures of a mixture of magnesium perchlorate, magnesium chlorate and sodium perchlorate. Some perchlorates have been shown to keep liquids from freezing even when conditions are as cold as minus 94 degrees Fahrenheit (minus 70 Celsius). On Earth, naturally produced perchlorates are concentrated in deserts, and some types of perchlorates can be used as rocket propellant. Perchlorates have previously been seen on Mars. NASA's Phoenix lander and Curiosity rover both found them in the planet's soil, and some scientists believe that the Viking missions in the 1970s measured signatures of these salts. However, this study of RSL detected perchlorates, now in hydrated form, in different areas than those explored by the landers. This also is the first time perchlorates have been identified from orbit. Can Mars be terraformed? These results indicate that the presence of liquid water on the surface could potentially be exploited and used not only as propellant base, but for a far more permanent human presence on Mars.	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0021.json.gz/line404

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