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heather froehlich
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How much do female characters in Shakespeare actually say?
Recently I suggested there might be 147 female characters in Shakespeare. If we are to trust that, how do they break down by play? I used the Open Source Shakespeare genre distinctions to categorize each play and the female-character categorizations from WordHoard to produce the following: In this graph, green represents comedy, black represents history, and red represents tragedy. As you will recall from my previous post, The Winter’s Tale has the most female characters, and 1H4, Julius Caesar, and Tempest have the least amount of female characters.
17 out of 37 plays have four female characters. This makes sense, as the Early Modern theatre could hire two boys to cover all female roles, although this would obviously limit the characters who could then speak to each other. More female characters required either more boys, or for each boy-actor to take on more parts (which would again limit the amount these characters could speak to each other).
But how much do these characters talk? Or, in other words, how much of each play is made up of words said by female characters? To do that, I’d first have to find how many words were in each play, and how much of those words were said by female characters. I already had made note of how many words were said by female characters in each play from my previous post, but I didn’t have the total number of words in each play.
I returned to WordHoard’s find words function to get a word-count according to the software’s own encoded edition of each play: With this information, I was now able to produce the following graph. Again, green represents comedy, black represents history, and red represents tragedy; the shapes of each mark on the graph represents how many female characters are in each play:
Female characters in As You Like It say the most out of all the female characters in Shakespeare (but that number includes Rosalind/Ganymede) with 8,643 words spoken out of 21,298 total words in the play. Female characters in Timon of Athens say the least, with 61 words out of 17,744 total words in the play. On the whole, while there may be slightly more female characters in comedies, the amount of words they actually speak is highly variable, whereas the histories seem to show the least amount of variation. I had also taken the average of all female characters in each genre and found that comedies had an average of 4.07 female characters; histories, an average of 4.083 female characters; and tragedies had an average of 3.72 female characters – suggesting that the history plays may be the most stable out of the three categories for female characters, which is interesting. If you are interested in which female characters say the most words, please click here for the relevant image.
A number of people have asked me if Shakespeare passes the Bechdel test: I’m working on it! Stay tuned…
Posted in Uncategorized and tagged counting, phd, shakespeare by the numbers on February 19, 2013 by heatherfroehlich.
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Kingdom of Dream Launches New Shows…!!
Kingdom of Dreams, the first to introduce a unique, Broadway style theatre in the country are now taking it a step ahead. KoD has now added four new shows to their schedule, which are performed on ice. Called ‘Theatre on Ice’, the first performance is on the childhood fantasy tale, Alice in Wonderland. Ice Vision, a troupe from St. Petersburg, Russia, is bringing the theatrical extravaganza to life. Ice Vision is famous for their unique style of performance and has worked with leading music composers like Gennadiy Gladkov and Alexsey Rybinkov. The troupe consists of more than 25 actors and stars, known world-wide like Alexey Urmanov, Irina Slutskaya etc.
We caught a preview of this musical extravaganza, and have to say that the performances, the choreography, the graphics and the way entire show was put up demands an applause. The hardworking that has gone into making it a success is evident when you see the show. The entire show is performed on ice where in the artists are wearing ice skates. Wearing ice skates, and gliding on the snow as they act and dance in itself is a treat to watch.With a healthy mix of projections and props, the performers told us the tale of Alice and her adventures in Wonderland.
Speaking about the new shows, Mr. Anumod Sharma, MD, Kingdom of Dreams said, “We are proud to bring such unique art form to India. Performance on Ice needs a lot of practice and precision and the ICE Vision does it brilliantly. Such story telling is being performed for the first time and we can’t wait for the audiences to come and experience this grand performance. It is something the audiences will never forget.”
The troupe will also perform 3 other stories namely, ‘Dracula – The story of eternal love’ , ‘Arabian Nights’ and ‘Nutcracker and lord of the darkness’.
“We always give our audiences something unique and artistic. The Theatre on Ice is another one of our attempts to live up to our reputation off being pioneers in promoting Broadway style shows,” Sharma added.
Speaking about the performance, a member of Ice Vision said ‘ We are excited and thrilled to perform in India and looking forward to an amazing experience. We have performed in a lot of countries but never in India before. We hope we get a great response from the audience and look forward to receiving some great Indian hospitality”.
These shows will be added to the current schedule of Kingdom of Dreams. Zangoora and Jumbo will continue to be performed. The Theatre on Ice shows will be performed only for a limited period at the Nautanki Mahal. So please make the most of it while it snows.. don’t forget to watch these timeless tales in a new avatar and enjoy these moments with family and friends.
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Government Claims Children in Family Detention Centers Are Not Entitled to Protections
Posted by Kristin Macleod-Ball | Mar 18, 2015 | Detention, Enforcement
The outcry against the detention of children and women seeking protection from violence continues. Just yesterday, over 95 national and local civil rights, human rights, immigrants’ rights, and religious organizations sent a letter to President Obama outlining the mounting criticism of family detention and urging the Administration to follow a recent federal court decision denouncing the government’s “detain to deter” policy. However, recent court filings disappointingly suggest the government has not yet chosen that path.
Last month, the government filed court papers opposing efforts to enforce national standards for the detention, release and treatment of children in immigration custody. Advocates had gone to court to argue that family detention policies fail to comply with the settlement agreement from the 1997 case Flores v. Reno, which established these standards. But the government contends that the facilities where it holds mothers and children either meet the settlement’s requirements or are not covered by its terms. Incredibly, the government asserts that it must detain children and their mothers fleeing violence in Central America to deter others from coming to the United States. This flawed rationale has been discredited by a federal court in a separate case.
In the Flores filing, the government stated that releasing children and their mothers “encourages increased migration and attendant national security concerns, while the availability of detention is proven to reduce migration and reduce these threats.” Yet, just a week before the government submitted these papers, a district court judge in Washington, DC (in a separate lawsuit) rejected this “deterrence” rationale for family detention, finding that it was likely an unconstitutional policy.
The government also claims that the detention of children and their mothers in Customs and Border Protection (CBP) short-term detention facilities “has complied with – and indeed, far exceeded – the minimal standards set forth” in the Flores agreement. These CBP facilities, often referred to as ice-boxes, have been the subject of complaints, lawsuits, and media accounts. Detainees report that children are held for several days in overcrowded cells that are brightly lit 24-hours a day, with no room to lie down, insufficient blankets despite the extreme cold, piles of used toilet paper and sanitary napkins in the cells, no access to showers or even soap, water that tastes strongly of chlorine bleach, and inadequate food. Yet the government contends, to the extent that the ice-boxes don’t meet the Flores standards, “an underlying Governmental interest, such as safety, is often the cause of the complained-of conditions” and that those government interests “override individual comfort concerns.”
Finally, the government repeatedly asserts that the settlement agreement was intended to apply only to UACs—“unaccompanied alien children”—a term defined by statute several years after the Flores agreement was signed. But if the court finds that the family detention centers are operating in violation of the agreement, the government has asked to modify the agreement to explicitly exclude children in family detention centers from receiving a key protection, namely that the government must make efforts to release children from detention unless it is required to ensure their safety or their presence in immigration court. The government proposes that this presumption of release requirement be eliminated for children in family detention.
The 95 groups who signed on to the letter to the President, including the American Immigration Council, have asked the government to comply with the Flores settlement in its treatment of children detained with their families. We ask that the Administration end its new family detention program, because these children and their mothers “do not have to be–and should not be–in detention.”
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Asia and West Africa hurt Dove soap and Marmite-maker Unilever
Edmund Heaphy
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Yahoo Finance UK 17 December 2019
Anglo-Dutch consumer goods giant Unilever makes Marmite and Dove soap. Photo: Alberto Pezzali/NurPhoto via Getty Images
Unilever (UNA.AS), the maker of Dove soaps and Marmite, on Tuesday warned that it would miss its full-year sales growth targets, blaming weakness in South Asia, West Africa, and North America.
The Anglo-Dutch consumer goods giant said that revenue growth for 2019 would come in “slightly below” its previously guided 3% to 5% range.
The company had already said that growth would come in at the lower end of that range, which is the level of growth the company is hoping to achieve over multiple years.
Unilever also said that growth in the first half of next year would be below 3%, and that full-year growth in 2020 would come in the lower half of the range.
Profits and margins will not be affected, the company said in an unscheduled trading update.
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It pointed to “challenges” in the current quarter in some markets, including the economic slowdown in South Asia, which is one of its biggest markets. It said that trading conditions in West Africa remained “difficult”.
Unilever said that the environment in developed markets continued to be challenging. And while it noted that there were “early signs of improving performance in North America”, it said a full recovery there would take time.
“Due to challenges in certain markets, we expect a slight miss to our full year underlying sales growth delivery,” said Alan Jope, the CEO of Unilever, on Tuesday.
The CEO told investors that the slowdown in Asia could be pinned on difficulties in India’s rural markets, but noted that he expected them to bounce back in the second half of 2020.
Shares in the company fell by almost 6% in Amsterdam on Tuesday, and the giant was one of the biggest losers on the FTSE 100 (^FTSE).
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Jope had previously indicated that he hoped to increase the company’s revenue growth guidance, but a recovery has proven elusive since he took over the job in January 2019.
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The company has focused on its faster-growing beauty and personal care products, and pulled back from the lower-margin food assets.
“Weaker sales growth is a problem, but lately we have been encouraged that earnings growth is being driven by price rather than volume,” said Neil Wilson, chief market analyst at Markets.com, in a note.
“However, the problem for fast-moving consumer goods giants with the big brand names is that consumers have a lot more choice and are more discerning than ever.”
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The following is my submission to an essay contest hosted by the Ethicist blog at the Times. The task: Explain, in 600 words, why it’s ethical to eat meat. Entries are judged by an all-star (though all-white, all-male) panel including Peter Singer, Mark Bittman, Michael Pollan, Jonathan Safran Foer, and Andrew Light.
The greatest challenge, I felt, was not so much the judges’ wide-ranging views on ethics and food policy as their diverse writing styles. How to compose an essay that would appeal simultaneously to the analytic philosophical background of Singer, the policy wonkery of Light, the literary flair of Foer, the populism of Pollan, and the journalistic curiosity of Bittman?
My essay, I’m quite sure, failed to satisfy most if not all of those objectives. (Update: Indeed it did. This rather circuitous essay won instead.) It’s also more hastily written and more lightly edited than I’d like. Nevertheless, I hope the core ethical contention is mildly novel and orthogonal to these judges’ typical lines of attack on carnivorism.
Animals feel pain. They may well be conscious, self-aware, or sentient, however we choose to define those terms. Despite our evolutionary instinct to elevate ourselves above other species, as rational beings, we ought to care about creatures who share our sentience. Yet we cage livestock by the billions, condemning them to painful lives that animal rights supporters accurately liken to concentration camps.
There is nothing savory about the malevolent machinery of industrial meat production. More humane alternatives, like free-range pastures, are still morbid outfits organized around slaughter. These enterprises fulfill no human need, only the idle craving of people who seldom witness the mechanism enabling our consumption.
But they do serve one meaningful purpose: to create life. Most of the livestock in factory farms and family farms alike live only because of our consumption. It’s the unspoken inevitability of moral vegetarianism that when we put an end to the suffering of animals by ceasing to eat them, we will also put an end—or a near end—to their bloodlines.
Perhaps that’s for the best. Their lives are so grievous that some might consider them to be worse than never having lived at all.
To be, or not to be? That is the question we unfortunately cannot ask animals. But we can ask ourselves: How awful must a life be to be worse than no life at all?
Children were born to mothers in Nazi concentration camps—children with no hope of survival, who would know nothing but suffering from birth to young death. But who would say it were better for these children never to have been than to have known life, even a brief and painful one?
Of course we would wish greater happiness for such unfortunate creatures. But for religious or secular reasons, we find there to be meaning in the most nasty, brutish, and short of lives.
Millions inhabiting slums can be said to live “like animals”—buried in sewage and filth, packed in dense, noxious compounds, with short life expectancy and little hope of escape. They remain in these slums, in part, because of our inaction—our failure to care enough about their well being. We have a responsibility to help them. We do not have a responsibility to eugenicize their population. The very thought is preposterous. Yet that is precisely what many animal rights supporters suggest we do to the billions of livestock animals who exist only because we demand their meat.
Animals, if they are sentient creatures capable of pleasure and pain, should likewise experience less suffering and more pleasure than they do in cramped pens under the farmer’s electric baton. But if they are sentient then, like humans, are their most truncated and futile lives not also imbued with meaning, however fleeting? Is it not better that they should at least glimpse the world we share?
That is the decision I make when I buy a turkey at the supermarket. The turkey would not have lived had I not wanted to consume it. Do I have a responsibility to make my next turkey’s life less painful and more humane, perhaps by buying it from free-range or family farms, or even by hunting it in the wild? Without a doubt. But can I condemn that turkey’s life, however short, as worthless, morally bad, worse than never having lived at all?
This is the paradox of moral vegetarianism: If livestock animals are not very sentient, we shouldn’t care very much about their suffering. But if they are sentient, we should celebrate their lives—while (and this is the part meat eaters too often overlook) striving to improve them.
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California · Crime Scene Photography · Political
Men storm courthouse, take hostages to negotiate release of prisoners
August 7, 2018 Sarah Tonin
Jonathan Jackson (17) kidnaps Superior Court judge Harold Haley and other hostages in an attempt to negotiate the freedom of the Soledad brothers
The Soledad brothers were three black men accused of killing a white prison guard; the murder of the guard was allegedly in retribution for the shooting deaths of three other black prisoner days before. One of the men accused of killing the guard was George Jackson, Jonathan’s brother.
On August 7, Jackson entered the courtroom while Black Panther James McClain was on trial. Jackson watched the proceedings briefly before drawing a pistol he had concealed and tossing it to McClain. Jackson then produced an M1 carbine while McClain held the pistol to Judge Haley’s head. Witnesses held for testimony during McClain’s trial were freed and two of the men, Ruchell Magee and William A. Christmas, joined Jackson and McClain in the kidnapping.
Road flares meant to be mistaken for dynamite were placed around Judge Haley’s neck, but they were soon replaced by a sawed-off shotgun taped under the judge’s chin. Four more hostages — three jurors and deputy district attorney Gary Thomas — were bound with piano wire and taken as well. Though police had arrived at the scene, no action was taken immediately in an effort to prevent the injury or death of any of the hostages. When photographer Jim Kean arrived and began taking photographs, he was reportedly told “You take all the pictures you want. We are the revolutionaries.”
The kidnappers demanded the Soledad brothers be released by 12:30 and loaded the hostages into a van in preparation to escape via airplane. En route, McClain shot at police officers who pursued the van. Police fired back and, during the chaos, Prosecutor Thomas grabbed Jackson’s gun. A fire fight inside the van ensued leaving Judge Haley, Jackson, and two of the kidnappers dead, with Magee as the only Black Panther alive. Prosecutor Thomas was hit with a bullet in his spine, leaving him paralyzed, and one of the hostages received a gunshot wound to her arm.
Magee pleaded guilty to aggravated assault for his role in the kidnappings in return for dropping the murder charge for Judge Haley’s death. He was sentenced to life in prison.
In October of 1970, the courthouse was bombed by a group called the Weathermen, who considered themselves the new Left, Black Nationalists, Communists, and anti-imperialists. The group stated the attack, which caused heavy property damage but didn’t injure or kill anyone, was in retaliation for the deaths of Jackson and his accomplices.
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New York Undercover was a ground breaking police drama that aired on FOX from 1994-1998. It starred Malik Yoba and Michael DeLorenzo as New York Detectives in the lead roles. The beauty of it was at the time it truly was ground breaking to see two people of color as police, further more in leading roles. A trademark of the show was the way they used a new song at the start of every episode. Each episode would start with a little back story, no words just the music as the ambiance. New York Undercover was the thing to peep on Thursday nights, I can remember going to school on Friday talking bout what happened on the show last night. It was a gritty police drama that went deep into the heart of New York and took no prisoners. You had drug runners, crocked cops, goonies (shorty’s with heat), Mafia etc. Besides capturing the rotten apple to its most inner core, NY Undercover showcased urban fashion like no other of its time. Malik and Michael rocked the flyest shit from Ralph Lauren to Armani including the newest flavor in the streets. The show also focused on the main characters personal lives deeply. JC (Malik Yoba) a single father struggling to raise his son right and Torres (Michael DeLorenzo) has a father addicted to drugs among other deep rooted family issues. The greatness lies in the connection you have for the characters, you see them at work and also at home which only deepens the connection. Ice-T guest stars a few episodes and does a fantastic job interrupting the balance, further invading the officer’s private lives as well as professional. NY Undercover is the Miami Vice of its time, the reason I say this is because Miami Vice captured the 80’s flawlessly (style/fashion/music) and NY Undercover was the same to the 90’s. This is one of the best police drama’s ever constructed only 2nd to the legendary Miami Vice. HHTT APPROVED
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by Alice Newell-Hanson
Oct 12 2015, 5:05pm
rihanna and miranda july fell in love during maybe the best interview ever
It was just two girls drinking white wine and talking about their vaginas.
In a new interview for T magazine, Miranda July got nervous (who wouldn't), consumed carefully balanced quantities of white wine and bread, got a gentle buzz on, and chatted to Rihanna for two hours about everything from the body-changing consequences of childbirth to the star's racial awareness. Calling this conversation an interview is a discredit to both its seemingly unmediated realness and narrative beauty. It reads like a personal account of the meeting of two souls. July: "My understanding, from the moment she sat down, was that we were in love." Reading the feature triggers the same kind of endorphin levels you get from hearing about how your parents first met.
Here are the best parts: Miranda July fans out with her Uber driver before arriving at the designated interview spot, and later shares snippets from her voice recorder with him, like an excited kindergartener during show and tell. After Rihanna arrives (wearing a diamante "FENTY" necklace), the two gaze into each other's eyes before moving onto July's first question. What does Rihanna Google? Childbirth, apparently. Specifically, what happens if you don't do your Kegels. This revelation leads, after more white wine, to July double-checking that Rihanna is not pregnant. No, she says, she just has a "phobia of a big vagina."
Other interesting disclosures: Rihanna is turned on by cultured guys. "That'll keep me intrigued," she confides to July (the two are now sitting side by side at the table). "They don't have to have a single degree, but they should speak other languages or know things about other parts of the world or history or certain artists or musicians. I like to be taught." July then cautiously brings up the subject of race and summarizes Rihanna's feelings as: "everyone's cool with a young black woman singing, dancing, partying and looking hot, but that when it comes time to negotiate, to broker a deal, she is suddenly made aware of her blackness." Rihanna says that almost excites her. "I can't wait to show them that I'm here to exceed those expectations."
At the end of their conversation, July muses on the nature of Rihanna's soul. If reading last week's Nicki Minaj profile in the New York Times Magazine felt like observing a swift but painful break-up, reading July's interview feels like third-wheeling on the first date of two soulmates.
Text Alice Newell-Hanson
Photography Paolo Roversi
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BREAKING: Sabine McNeill arrested again
Sabine McNeill was arrested early this afternoon at her home in South Hampstead on 4 March, according to sources.
While we have been unable to fully confirm details, Sabine’s friend John Graham, aka “Butlincat”, stated earlier this evening,
Sabine Mcneil (sic) has been arrested again and will be held in Islington Police Station until tomorrow morning where she will appear at court (not sure which one yet possibly Southwark) on charges of breaking bail conditions. She allegedly called a charity that bail conditions forbade her to do as there was prosecution witness or witness’s (sic) there. Her solicitor knows and spoke to one of the 4 policemen involved. They took her away tag and all.
Butlincat does not specify the source of this information, but judging from previous blog posts it would appear to have came from Belinda McKenzie.
Sabine was remanded in custody in early December 2017, with a bail bond of £20,000 set. Belinda McKenzie managed to “crowd-fund” the amount, and since then Sabine has been living under increasingly restrictive bail conditions.
Sabine was last in court on 26 February 2018, where she was charged with another violation of her lifetime restraining order, in addition to the 19 charges currently outstanding.
She pleaded guilty to the 20th charge, and was spared prison but was placed under “house arrest” with an electronic tag and a curfew which allowed her to leave her home between midnight and 6 a.m. each day.
The restraining order was made in July 2016, at the conclusion of Sabine and Neelu’s trial for conspiring to intimidate witnesses. That trial ended in a verdict of not guilty, but the judge deemed it necessary to issue the restraining order to prevent further harassment of various individuals.
We will publish updates as they become available.
Updated at 11:22 p.m.:
04/03/2018 in Breaking news, Victories. Tags: arrest, bail conditions, criminal charges, restraining order, Sabine McNeill
Sabine McNeill in court for bail application today
Merry Xmas, Sabine! You’re under arrest.
UPDATE: Sabine McNeill granted bail, on stringent conditions
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80 thoughts on “BREAKING: Sabine McNeill arrested again”
Chiswick Flo says:
Oh deary me. There’ll be a fuss in troofer land over the next few days won’t there.
John Cheese says:
Terry Fuckwit says:
I think that’s Neelu in the black 😀
Yes, later in the day she issued a Lien for 5 trillion Dupondius.
I think “fuss” might be a bit of an understatement. Batten down the hatches, everyone! 😀
Captain Pugwash says:
Heck! After this news I’m splicing the mainbrace!
Do I feel guilty for having the cheesiest grin at this breaking news? Not at all. 😀
Thanks for the update, EC.
McKenzie Crook says:
All aboard for the party!
£20,000 is on line for this lady. Twenty k conspirifan peeps.
I actually don’t want her crowdfunders to lose their money because I think some (but not Belinda obviously) can ill afford to lose that dosh. But, it would be up to the courts.
Ah well. If Sabine’s done anything to warrant arrest, she must like reading PACE and the codes of practice. Maybe she couldn’t get food, got hungry, and really fancied a microwaved meal eaten next to the loo.
If I’m not mistaken, the £20,000 would actually only be forfeit if Sabine were to abscond. That seems rather unlikely at present.
Fair enough. That does seem unlikely because she’s in a cell anyway, for now.
The Office Cat says:
Hashtag déjà vu 😀
Angie, Neelu & Belinda Talking Bollocks at Holborn Police Station, Aug 2016
Haven’t seen that in ages!
I’d forgotten all about Angela’s “research” LOL! “Y’know the ip address of Hoaxtead was traced to the FBI/CIA” 😀
The bond would only be forfeit on a failure to surrender to custody. Breaching bail conditions triggers custody but it looks like she went quietly. The magistrates hearing and decision has to be within 24 hours of arrest. The presumption is that bail will be granted unless there are overriding reasons not to so I suspect she will be re-released on the same conditions but with another warning as to future conduct. This normal course of events will no doubt be greeted by the usual suspects as a “victory”.
https://www.cps.gov.uk/legal-guidance/bail
Interesting to hear Belinda saying:
‘Anybody who fails to investigate a serious case of child abuse….even just allegations, fails to take that seriously and do anything and that includes members of this police force….(waffle)…means to me the finger swivels right round at them.’
This said sitting next to the person who claims to have some knowledge of a video of Ella abusing a child and, as far as I know, didn’t report this to the police.
When is Angela going to report this to the Police?
LOL!! That’s right, I’d forgotten…too funny!
We’ll keep our eyes open and post when we know what’s happened. 🙂
Make mine a double.
No broom-flying time in lockup 😦
However, there’s nothing to prevent someone from Hospital Porters Against Sanity from making ethereal visitations to her cell. As we all know, being a hospital porter automatically confers upon you not only supreme expertise in every field of knowledge but also mystical & magical powers second only to God’s angels. After all, every queen from Elizabeth the 1st to Victoria was oft quoted:
“Screw the Royal Society! Bring me a porter from Bedlam!”
Dearg na Sléibhe says:
I’m quite shocked at this turn of events, although I know I shouldn’t be with Sabine’s history.
I don’t think Belinda is much of a friend or anyone who professes to be a friend of Sabine. If this was a friend of mine, I certainly would not be posting it on social media shaming her, but I guess they see it as a badge of honour and can’t wait to try to be there first with the news. 📣📢🔈
She is most likely afraid to put her foot inside a police station in the U.K. for fear of getting arrested.
Actually, I think there’s a more sinister motive behind Belinda’s posting: she always writes about these things in such a way as to fire up the conspirasheep who believe that she and Sabine and heroes. The goal is to portray Sabine as a poor downtrodden soul who is physically crippled and being tormented by the evil, conniving police (and us, of course). That’s their script, and they stick to it; and their followers buy it, every single time.
I think they might have been referring to this: https://www.flavourly.com/products/bedlam-porter/
Charlie Zant says:
I attended Neelu and Sabine’s trial in 2016 and at one point was seated directly behind Belinda in the public gallery. Some of the witnesses spoke from behind screens, probably because it was a trial for witness intimidation….
So at one point when one of her minions seemed to be impressed by something one of the witnesses said, I heard Belinda lean over and say to the chap, ‘Well really, it could be anyone behind that screen, couldn’t it?’
She’ll do or say anything to keep the paranoia levels high, and keep her followers hooked in.
Oh my…you’re probably right! 🙂
It amazes me the way she can be so sprightly one day, but come arrest or court time, every time its out with the sticks and she can hardly walk….
(well no it doesnt really surprise me, like everything else they do, I suspect there is a lot of deliberate calculation going on…..)
Tracey Morris :”this is getting ridiculously beyond a joke now”.
Yes it never was a joke for the dozens of innocents and their families plus coppers & social workers, teachers etc who have been harassed endlessly and accused of vile crimes.
And if you, Bellend & Crew were real friends you would counsel your friend to not breach court orders or breach bail conditions etc. But I expect you like to wind up those in a situation like this and fill their head full of nonsense that they are “whistle-blowing” and so on.
There are 1000s of Brits on similar bail conditions and the vast majority manage to obey the rules and let the court process take it’s course. There are 1000s of people who work tirelessly to get possible unfair of wrongful convictions over-turned and they do it diligently and use the law to do so. They don’t rant & rave on the Internet and wind people up over ludicrous fantasies and make innocent people’s lives hell.
I don’t think Belinda has real friends, they are all just human shields. Right now Sabine is taking all the punishment that should really be Belinda’s. She is even prepared to publish the most intimate details of her daughter’s mental illness if she can use it to gain sympathy for herself.
“Her solicitor says he has never in his experience seen anything like this before”.
That of course could be taken many ways but my experience is that solicitors & judges (often claimed incorrectly that they are “out of touch”) have generally seen examples of every single human failing & complicated situation on God’s Earth.
I hope she has an experienced brief.
And as a fellow Private Eye reader, you’re no doubt familiar with Messrs. Sue, Grabbit & Runne 😀
https://youtu.be/mPxps2qmHuQ I see no sticks, and she certainly had no sticks that night in the pub, at the Hollie Hoax meeting, plenty of tears though.
Weaselly’s been moaning about this latest arrest.
The butt-hurt is strong in Fruitloopville 😀
Classic from the archives (Aug 2016, I think):
https://youtu.be/kRaNA39BdTc no sticks here
Anyone know who this twat is?
https://drive.google.com/open?id=1dvUwuNbc7tv-Q05yxf5S3GVy0xHDh8r4
This arrest has brought all the insects scurrying out from under their rocks 😀
A bit rich of John Banks to be ranting about terrorism!
Gotta love how Weaselly says arresting Sabine is insane, even though by his own admission he doesn’t know what the fuck she’s been arrested for! LOL
Crabalocker Fishwife says:
Debs is off on one about gnats and camels again 😀
So the gist of Debs’ rant is that smoking is good for you and that giving it up gives you cancer.
Nurse! 😮
They will need to install a revolving door on the Police station for her.
From the private residents’ board re APD:
“Nuts nuts she’s been gone in te head years” [sic]
“Fukin snobby old cow, is there something in the water do ya think in her house”
“It’s tha family that has tha hard time, they could get tha big white jacket for her”[sic]
“She does not monetize her YT channel, no she cadges money instead”
Awwwww shucks, did I just make that public! 😱
Just to clarify, are you joking or are they actual quotes from Angela’s neighbours?
Local people, a variety of them.
It’s the name of her local pub. The Gnat and Camel and it’s a free house. The Real Ale is good but the company is a bit weird. Think Royston Vasey.
Truly a classic. Surprising some of those dills didn’t get arrested for obstruction. Not Bellend of course- sensibly right away from the action.
There was proof there of course of how powerful the MI6 Rothschild Satanic Cult is. Poor Sabine even had the Queen Mum begging the cops to leave her alone but alas, no deal.
Lee Cant tell the truth!
State terrorism against Child Right Campaigners continues in the UK with 74 year old Sabine McNeill locked up in a North London cell in Islington 12 hours ago for making a phone call to a charity.
Sabine attended Holborn Police Station on 19 February 2018, for allegedly breaching her £20,000 bail conditions in a counter-alleged theft of the bail money by Police. At a hearing on 26 February, she was ordered House Arrest and fitted with an ankle tag on 28 Feb.
On 4th March 2018, Police officers turned up at her door as friends had come to visit her to do her shopping. She was hand-cuffed and taken to Islington Police Station. She is due to appear in court Monday 5th March 2018.
The bail relates to a disputed Order made before half time, when a 6 day trial between 11 -18 July 2016 ended in a “No Case to Answer”. Judge Worsely heard 4 witnesses from a church in Hampstead, giving evidence from behind a curtain, who claimed to have been harassed by child rights campaigners on 22 March 2015 who were holding a silent vigil outside a church where serious crimes against babies and children had been alleged by 2 siblings, a boy 7 and a girl 8. Judge Worsley sent the jury home at 3,30 on Friday 15 July 2015, only to declare that he would be issuing a Restraining Order preventing co-defendants, Neelu Berry & Sabine McNeill from giving their defence and incriminating evidence against the teachers and priests at the church and schools.
The trial was used to spy on supporters of the Defendants, with Jake Clarke being subjected to Mental Health Framing Frauds and Lee Cant arrested at his home on 13 September 2016 held in Bethnal Green Police Station. As Neelu Berry waited in the waiting area, she was hand-cuffed and locked in a cell and subjected to a mental health assessment the next morning. After she told the Psychiatrist that she was a qualified pharmacist who specialised in Mental Health and was an Expert in two reports of criminal cover-up by the NHS Trusts, Police, Coroner and the law courts, he decided there were no mental health issues.
Equity Lawyer, Edward William Ellis has filed 40 corruption claims in the High Court without remedy, leading to the conclusion that the UK courts are unfit for purpose. He has now provided mass remedy templates for those who are fees exempt to file their own corruption claims on the basis that mass remedies will be the default due to mass corruption.
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The documents for the Gold Mandate Prosperity Payments 1-11 of http://www.swissindo.net, namely the Voucher M1 Master Bond in the sum of $1,200,000 plus a monthly amount of $1200 per adult and $600 per child, plus the Debt Burden Liberation Certificate DBLC for corporate debts to be written off in the sum of $150,000 and the same amount for personal debts can also be downloaded. The Prosperity payments are overdue since the banking license expiry on 17 August 2015.
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Is Neelu breaching her own restraining order by talking about the Hampstead case in public?
I believe so.
My oh my, the butt-hurt is strong in the hoaxer camp today, EC 😀
Types eh? She should try being the ‘type’ who’s innocent but has been accused of terrible things. It hasn’t happened to me but I’ve met such a ‘type’ and the stress of it has been devastating to the entire family. Ordinary family too but of course it’s ok to persecute ordinary people isn’t it, especially if you’re from the right ‘type’ of people, the grouse-shooting and country sports type. It’s about time that the ‘troofers’ realised that Hampstead is backed by a member of the effin’ establishment and they should ask themselves who and what is behind all this.
Has the concept of , oh say, NOT BREAKING THE LAW not crossed their minds?
I have found it works a treat in not being arrested, not having to attend court, not being on bail, not going to jail- its worked for me for the last half century!!!
We should get t-shirts made up for them all: “I’m Belinda’s Meat-Shield”.
I love the way she tries to argue that she is totally sane, referring to herself in the third person, and then ends with a paragraph that would suggest quite the reverse.
The thought had crossed my mind….
I’ve just been watching the video on a computer without speakers. According to the automatic captions Debs is talking about “grenouille mer” at 12.19. Is this some species of marine amphibian previously unknown to science?
Actually, I have just listened to it on my phone and she still seems to be talking about French sea frogs.
Widget Warrior says:
Thanks for the update, EC. Great news!
Great news indeed, WW. You missed the party, though. EC got pissed and sang the Hokey Cokey, Spiny photocopied his bum and Sam and Steved got out their didgeridoos. Brilliant night. Hic
The description of Sabine coming down the stairs on her bum reminds me of a programme i saw about insurance fraudsters. In their local area they’d be using crutches or a wheelchair but as soon as they were out of their local area they’d be walking around just fine with no issues whatsoever.
I think that cheesy grin may be catching as i also have the same expression upon my face.
I remember how Belinda skulked away into the background in the video of Sabine being arrested at the courthouse.
Their butt-hurt warms the cockles of my heart.
So a local pub for local people then 🙂
“State terrorism” never one to exaggerate the story is she?
More drama on Planet Zog:
They were probably doing the lad a favour by stopping him listening to Neelu and her garbage.
About Swissindo, a recent article
https://www.vice.com/en_id/article/xw5x8z/the-debt-cult-that-wants-to-save-the-world-with-a-mountain-of-gold
One that is a little older.
https://www.theaustralian.com.au/news/nation/king-of-kings-sino-and-his-australian-subjects/news-story/aecf6754018466d981965302974f2fd1
The latest news from Neelu (35 min ago) is that Sabine has been sent to prison on remand for two weeks
I really want one of the swidndleindorubbish vouchers, I will March straight into my bank and say to them:
By the power if invested in me by “The King of NEO United Kingdom of God Sky Earth”, I hereby declare that Jamaa of the Red Family Robinson are now absolved of all mortgages, past present & future.
Brilliant idea, perhaps get a few Quintillion Bazillion quid while I’m at it. 💃💃
Damnit, it’s already microwaving my spelling & punctuation, must get done tin foil while I’m at it! 😮
A ‘silent vigil’????
Me addled old brain seems to remember a certain person being there (on video) with a bullhorn? And neelu was there- that voice can be heard five blocks away whilst you are using a chainsaw!
Silent my arse….
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HCA Midwest Health System announced that funding has been approved for a $121 million expansion and extensive renovation of Overland Park Regional Medical Center. The project will include a 72-private-bed tower, and is projected to add approximately 130 new jobs to the community as well as infuse millions of dollars into the local economy in terms of employment and taxes paid by the medical center.
“This is an unprecedented investment in Overland Park Regional Medical Center and will allow us to further advance the services and facilities we provide our community and the surrounding areas we serve,” says Gay Nord, chief executive officer of Overland Park Regional Medical Center. “This investment is well deserved by our community, our patients, our medical staff, and our employees.”
The project includes the addition of 215,291 square feet of new construction that will include private medical and surgical acute care beds, critical care beds, and orthopedic, neuroscience and trauma beds. A new, highly advanced emergency department will be constructed as part of this project with expanded trauma services as well as services specially designed to support EMS and Trauma. The project also includes the expansion of cardiac catheterization lab and neuro-interventional services as well as new endoscopy suites. JE Dunn Construction will serve as the general contractor for this project.
“This expansion and renovation of Overland Park Regional Medical Center will add to the more than $650 million that HCA Midwest Health System has invested in enhancing and expanding patient services since April 2003,” says Steve Corbeil, president of HCA Midwest Health System. “HCA Midwest is deeply committed to Johnson County and the Kansas City area. The announcement of this expansion is an opportunity to thank our physicians and healthcare professionals for their dedication to quality patient care, which will be further enhanced with these improvements to the medical center.”
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What's more likely -- death by an auto accident or death by french fries?
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Much has been made recently of Americans' eating habits. Cholesterol, trans fats, heart disease and other obesity-related illnesses dominate the health pages of newspapers and magazines, and the primary culprit is almost always the same: fast food.
Is the demonization of the french fry fair? Can fast food really be that bad for you? Surely there are other health hazards that are far more dangerous than an order of hot, oily, unbelievably delicious fried potatoes.
As it turns out, not so much. Even within the world of fast food delicacies, the french fry, until very recently, was exceptionally artery clogging. Considering that Americans eat about 35 pounds (15.8 kg) of fast food fries per person per year, the situation has become rather bleak [source: Gladwell].
The problem is heart disease. In the United States, about 13 million people have it [source: WebMD]. French fries and their high-fat buddies are only one cause of heart disease -- others include genetics, cigarettes, high blood pressure and diabetes -- but it's a big one, and it's unique in that it's avoidable. This characteristic is why the government has stepped in to try to control the use of trans fats in our food. To many of us, that seemed like a strange, overintrusive move. But the more you learn about trans fats and heart disease, the less strange the new rules might seem.
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Still, can trans fats really be more deadly than car accidents? In this article, we'll find out. We'll discuss why certain high-fat foods, french fries in particular, can be so bad for the heart. We'll look at the different types of fats -- both good and bad -- and what happens when they enter the body, and we'll see why certain types are so effective at clogging the arteries that keep our blood pumping.
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You are here: Home / Technology / 6 Kinds of Tech Companies Getting a Boost as Cameras Proliferate – TheStreet
6 Kinds of Tech Companies Getting a Boost as Cameras Proliferate – TheStreet
From smartphones to cars to IoT devices, cameras are mushrooming at a pretty unprecedented scale.
And that in turn is creating opportunities for a wide array of tech companies, including some that you might not expect.
Here’s a big-picture look at companies directly or indirectly benefiting as cameras — and with them, the tools needed to manipulate and make sense out of what they’re recording — continue proliferating.
1. Image Sensor Suppliers
As camera adoption grows in various end-markets, suppliers of image sensor chips are naturally getting a sales boost. Last month, Bloomberg reported that Sony’s (SNE) large image sensor unit was working around the clock to keep up with demand. The fact that Apple (AAPL) and Huawei, two of Sony’s biggest image sensor clients, have been upping camera counts for high-volume phones likely has a lot to do with Sony’s supply constraints.
Samsung is also a major image sensor supplier; as one might expect, Samsung’s phone unit, which is also upping camera counts for high-volume phones, is a major client. ON Semiconductor (ON) — previously mentioned as a stock idea for risk-sensitive investors — has a fast-growing image sensor business that services auto and industrial/IoT end-markets, and which has benefited from growing adoption of driver-assistance systems featuring multiple cameras.
2. Time-of-Flight (ToF) Sensor Suppliers
ToF sensors use infrared light to measure the distance between a camera and an object, and by doing so create depth maps of the objects. This enables the creation of 3D models of captured objects by phones and other devices, models that can then be used by a variety of apps.
ToF sensors have begun appearing in some high-end Android iPhones, and Apple’s 2020 flagship iPhones are expected to contain one as well. Sensor suppliers include Sony, STMicroelectronics (STM) , Texas Instruments (TXN) , Analog Devices (ADI) and Austria’s AMS AG.
3. Image Processor Suppliers
Though its sales to GoPro aren’t what they used to be, Ambarella (AMBA) has seen sales of its image processors within the security camera and (to a lesser extent) automotive markets soar over the last couple of years. The potential strategic value of Ambarella’s image-processing IP to a larger chip developer is a big reason why it has often been the subject of buyout speculation.
Nvidia’s (NVDA) chips are — with the help of trained AI/deep learning models — used within cloud and edge servers to analyze images taken by everything from smartphone cameras to factory equipment, and is also deployed within cars and robots (among other things) to perform local image analysis. Likewise, Intel’s (INTC) CPUs and FPGAs are often used for image-analysis within data centers, and — via its Mobileye ADAS processor unit and Movidius vision processor unit — also sells chips tailored for on-device image-processing.
4. Social Media and Messaging Platforms
Needless to say, social media and messaging platforms have benefited as consumers become more hooked on both taking and sharing photos and videos. Indeed, two major platforms — Snap Inc.’s (SNAP) Snapchat and Facebook’s (FB) Instagram — largely revolve around photo and video-sharing.
Going forward, the spread of ToF sensors could lead more user-generated augmented reality content to find its way into photos and videos shared on social and messaging platforms. For its part, Snapchat has for years been monetizing AR lenses that can be added to user-generated content.
5. Cloud Service Providers
Amazon.com (AMZN) , Microsoft (MSFT) and Alphabet/Google’s (GOOGL) public cloud platforms offer programming interfaces (APIs) meant to help apps and cloud services perform various types of machine learning-based image analysis. Google’s machine learning APIs (for image-analysis as well as other activities) have been cited by research firms as a key competitive strength for its public cloud, while Microsoft has seen good traction for cloud services that can run trained machine learning models at the network edge.
6. Smartphone OEMs
To the extent that camera advances motivate consumers to upgrade their phones more frequently and/or pay more for a phone when they do upgrade, they’re a positive for smartphone OEMs who have been dealing with lengthening upgrade cycles in recent years.
Along with battery life improvements, camera advances were one of the main selling points for the iPhone 11 Pro, whose sales to date have been better than feared. And from the looks of things, cameras will also be a major selling point for Samsung’s 2020 flagship phones.
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A New Black Adam Rumor Teases Some Interesting DC Characters in the Latest Script
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Morning SpoilersIf there’s news about upcoming movies and television you’re not supposed to know, you’ll find it in here.
Patrick Wilson discusses Orm’s future after Aquaman. Bond 25 is apparently heading to Italy. That direct-to-video Doom movie could be coming later this year. Plus, a new English-subtitled trailer for Okko’s Inn, more new pictures from Hellboy and the season finale of Black Lightning, and what’s to come on Riverdale. Spoilers away!
That Hashtag Show alleges that the script for DC’s Black Adam contains cameos from Hawkman—in a seemingly antagonistic role—Stargirl, and Atom Smasher, taking inspiration from Geoff Johns’ early-aughts writing on the character.
That Hashtag Show also claims Nicole Kidman, Emma Thompson, Charlize Theron, Juliane Moore, and Demi Moore are on Disney’s shortlist to play Cruella de Vil’s arch-nemesis, the Baroness, in the upcoming Disney prequel starring Emma Stone.
According to Deadline, Amblin has hired Dean Israelite (Power Rangers) to write and direct Minotaur, “a supernatural thriller set in Johannesburg” concerning “the ivory trade in Africa.”
Variety reports Bond 25 plans to film a big, action set piece in Matera, Italy. Let your mind run rampant as to what that could possibly look like, as no other details were given.
In conversation with Syfy Wire, Patrick Wilson stated Orm is “not gonna be a main villain in another movie,” but will likely remain a supporting character in future Aquaman projects.
I don’t know what the future holds for Orm … You can’t kill him. He’s too important to [Arthur’s] journey … he’s a foil to [his character]. He’s not gonna be a main villain in another movie. I don’t think Orm ends up in Belle Reve like he does in the New 52. I assume they’re gonna keep him in some kind of jail below the surface. If [James] wants me back, I’m certainly happy to come back.
Doom: Annihilation
Dread Central reports the direct-to-video Doom reboot is now titled Doom: Annihilation and is currently slated for a fall 2019 release date.
Hellboy rides a horse—not even a pale one—in new photos from the film’s official Twitter.
Okko’s Inn
A young girl befriends several ghosts haunting her grandmother’s inn in the English trailer for Okko’s Inn.
Hope fortifies the school in the synopsis for “There’s Always a Loophole,” the season finale of Legacies.
When a group of unwelcome visitors descends upon The Salvatore School, Hope (Danielle Rose Russell) leads the charge to keep her friends safe. Meanwhile, MG (Quincy Fouse) uncovers a secret about his mother and Josie (Kaylee Bryant) finds herself in a dire situation. Matthew Davis, Jenny Boyd and Peyton Alex Smith also star. Mary Lou Bellucci directed the episode written by Brett Matthews (#116). Original airdate 3/28/2019.
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Meanwhile, Jughead’s war on drugs “puts him on a collision course” with his mother, Gladys, in the synopsis for “The Master.”
As Betty (Lili Reinhart) enlists Cheryl’s (Madelaine Petsch) help to infiltrate The Farm, Archie (KJ Apa) and Veronica (Camila Mendes) help an ally from his past. Meanwhile, Jughead’s (Cole Sprouse) attempt to put a stop to Riverdale’s drug trade puts him on a collision course with Gladys (guest star Gina Gershon). Finally, Hiram (Mark Consuelos) breaks some surprising news to Veronica. Marisol Nichols, Madchen Amick, Skeet Ulrich and Casey Cott also star. Pamela Romanowsky directed the episode written by Greg Murray & Ace Hasan (#317). Original airdate 3/27/2019.
Oliver teams up with Laurel in the synopsis for “Inheritance,” airing March 25.
Laurel (Katie Cassidy) learns about some damaging information that affects Emiko (Sea Shimooka). Always looking to protect his sister, Oliver (Stephen Amell) invites Laurel to help investigate, which makes Felicity (Emily Bett Rickards) happy as her friend is now working with the team. However, when things go awry, Felicity is forced to make a choice between the team and Laurel. Patia Prouty directed the episode written by Sarah Tarkhoff & Elizabeth Kim (#717). Original airdate 3/25/2019.
Lex Luthor gets his very own flashback episode in the synopsis for “The House of L,” airing March 24.
In the wake of Lex Luthor’s (guest star Jon Cryer) return, the show flashes back to what he’s been doing for the last two years and how his secret machinations and plans have affected Supergirl (Melissa Benoist) and Lena (Katie McGrath). Carl Seaton directed the episode written by Dana Horgan & Eric Carrasco (#416). Original airdate 3/24/2019.
KSiteTV has photos from the season finale of Black Lightning “The Book of the Apocalypse: Chapter One: The Alpha”—more at the link.
KSiteTV also has a few photos from Charmed’s March 25 episode, “Memento Mori.” Click through to see the rest.
The Doom Patrol continue their battle with the Cult of the Unwritten Book in the promo for this week’s episode, “Paw Patrol.”
Sam, Dean and Castiel investigate exploding heads in a seemingly idyllic suburb in the promo for “Peace of Mind,” airing March 14.
Finally, mermaids and humans unite to fight an unscrupulous oil company in the trailer for this week’s episode of Siren, “Leverage.”
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Burials of Scythian Kings: Herodotus and Archaeology — Lecture by Askold Ivantchik at the Innsbruck University (Austria)
On December 4, 2019, at the invitation of Dr. Walter Kuntner, Askold Ivantchik, head of the Centre of Classical and Oriental Archaeology, IOCS HSE, gave a lecture “Burials of Scythian Kings: Herodotus and Archaeology” at the University of Innsbruck (Austria).
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Celebration of the Centenary of the International Union of Academies in Paris: Askold Ivantchik, Vice‑President of the Union—one of the organizers of the event
From 22 to 29 November, Paris hosted the celebration of the 100th anniversary of the International Union of Academies (Union académique international, UAI–IUA)—the most prestigious international organization in the humanities and social sciences. The head of the Centre of Classical and Oriental Archaeology, IOCS HSE, Askold Ivantchik, elected two years ago Vice‑President of the International Union of Academies, took an active part in its preparation and holding.
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“Alexander and Alexanders”: Prof. Askold Ivantchik in Kazan Federal University
From November 18 till December 2, 2019, Kazan Federal University hosted the scientific and educational festival “Alexander‑Fest” dedicated to the 215th anniversary of the University. Head of the Center of Classical and Oriental Archaeology, IOCS HSE, Askold Ivantchik gave an opening lecture for the students of the Higher School of Historical Sciences and World Cultural Heritage of Kazan Federal University.
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‘The Sense of Doing Something New Appeals to Me’
Professor Heinrich Haerke, a renowned archaeology expert, has been cooperating with HSE University researchers for a long time. This year he has joined HSE as a Professor at the recently formed Centre for Classical and Oriental Archaeology. He has talked to HSE News Service about his research interests, field projects, and teaching archaeology.
How to Teach Classical Archaeology — Talk by Askold Ivantchik in Phanagoria
International conference “Ancient Heritage of Kuban” took place on November 5–7, 2019 at the Phanagoria Museum‑Reserve (Sennoi of the Krasnodar region). The conference was attended by researchers from Russia, Germany and France. The head of the Center of Classical and Oriental Archaeology, IOCS HSE, Askold Ivantchik gave a talk on “Problems of Teaching Classical Archaeology: To What and How to Train Archaeologists-Classicists”.
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On October 15, 2019, at the invitation of Professor Nathan Badoud, the head of the Centre for Classical and Oriental Archaeology Askold Ivantchik gave a lecture on “Faussaires et marchands d’antiquités au sud de l’Empire russe (fin du XIXe et début du XXe s.)” at the University of Fribourg, Switzerland.
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On October 7–9, 2019, Frankfurt University hosted the international conference “An den Ufern des Bugs. Fünf Jahre deutsch‑ukrainische Ausgrabungen in Olbia Pontike” dedicated to the five‑year anniversary of German‑Ukrainian excavations in Olbia. The head of the Centre for Classical and Oriental Archaeology Askold Ivantchik gave a paper on “Neue Forschungen zur Epigraphik Olbias”.
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The IVth International Congress on the Archaeology of Eurasian Steppes “Nomadic Empires of Eurasia in the light of archaeological and interdisciplinary research” took place in Ulan‑Ude on September 16–21, 2019. The head of the Centre of Classical and Oriental Archaeology, IOCS HSE, Askold Ivantchik gave a paper at the opening session of the Congress on the subject “The King and Royal Power in the Scythian Ideas. Numismatics data”.
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Hardeep Sodhi January 16, 2020 Copyright – Summary Information2020-01-16T07:49:37+05:30 Copyright No Comment
We have discussed what is intellectual property as well as various types of Intellectual Property of which Copyright is one of the major one.This post covers in a summary manner information about Copyrights with references to Indian Laws provided where relevant. It does not cover all aspects ( for example infringement penalties and licensing details etc) which would have made this post even longer than it already is ! The reader is welcome to contact as required for specific assistance.
What is a Copyright
Copyright protects human intellect when expressed as literary and artistic works. For instance, writings articles, music, paintings, sculptures and computer programs and databases.
It is important to understand that the ‘idea’ is not protected. Only when such ‘idea’ finds expression (termed as ‘fixation’) in a medium so that the fixation can be perceived by ‘public’ does that fixation get protection. For instance, an ‘idea’ can be an alien invasion. Different writers may produce a myriad of different stories on this main idea. Each of such stories is copyright eligible. The synopsis of such stories, or plays built on this idea will similarly be eligible. Similarly, the Sun rises everyday. However, there are thousands of phots and paintings on showing the Sun rise, each eligible for copyright.
Expression ‘literary and artistic works’ finds elaboration in the Berne Convention ( 1886) at Article 2(1). As can be readily seen, the elaboration is quite comprehensive. Basically, production in literary, artistic and scientific domain are protected.
Further, the term ‘ such as’ used in the examples shown in the Article make clear that list is non-exhaustive. Items such as a haircut, a divorce guide, a floral decoration on a bridge, a sound and light show and even examination papers have been held to have such protections in cases decided by different courts. And , in line with technological advancements, digital articles such as computer programs and multi-media creations also may be protected by copyright.
Literary or artistic merit, or popularity of the ‘fixation’ is irrelevant for the purpose of copyright protection. Even if no one sees the fixation /work, it will get copyright protection as long as it is in an environment where there is a possibility of even one person seeing and/or hearing it. The only requirement is that the fixation should be ‘original.
This determination of ‘originality’ varies from one country to another and is often determined by case law. Very generally, for countries following common law only requirement is for the work to show a minimum of skill, labor and judgement. But in countries following civil law traditions, the requirement is stronger. There the work must bear the stamp of the creator’s personality and a creative effort beyond mere skill, labor or judgement needs to exist. A common law system ( prevalent in Australia, United Kingdom, US and India, for example ) gives emphasis to case laws as well as statutes while a civil law system (for example, all European Union states except the UK, Ireland, and Cyprus), relies more on statutes. Feist Vs Rural is an interesting judgement in this regard.
Article 2(3) of the Berne Convention grants protection to even ‘derived works or ‘ derivative works’ ‘. It states :
(3) Translations, adaptations, arrangements of music and other alterations of a literary or artistic work shall be protected as original works without prejudice to the copyright in the original work.
As can be seen, such works are derived from others. Examples of derivative works include book summaries, translations, compilations such as anthologies (originality in those being in choice and arrangement of contents), orchestral version of musical compositions, a film based on a novel , etc. etc.
The ‘base work’ may or may not carry copyright protection. If it does, such right has to be protected. For instance, I wish to translate an article. I should first take permission from the author. Thereafter, my translation will in turn be protected but only to the extent of the translation. I cannot claim any right on the article per se. If I don’t take such permission, I am at risk of copyright violation.
Section 13 of the Indian Copyright Act elaborates upon works in which a copyright subsists in terms of Indian Law which is generally in agreement with above.
Rights protected by a Copyright
As the name itself indicates, the major right pertains to allowing ‘right copying’. An owner may determine how his/her creation is to be copied by others, subject to legal exceptions. He may prohibit copying altogether, or may allow to only to a few people. Such right is an ‘exclusive right’ as the owner may exclude others from such copying.
Copyright grants two types of rights:
Economic rights : That allow an owner to derive financial rewards from the use of his works by others, and
Moral Rights : Which allow the owner ( for instance author of a novel) to take some actions to preserve the personal link between himself and his creation.
Economic Rights
The Economic rights can further be broadly classified as :
a) Reproduction : Which is self-evident from name itself. Examples include printing of books, digital copying, audio copying etc. This right includes the right to authorize distribution for it to be any economic significance. When an item is sold for the first time, or its ownership transferred similarly, this right of distribution is over, generally termed as ‘exhaustion’. That is, after a copyright owner has made a ‘first sale’ and been rewarded for it, the buyer may affect further sale (and similarly down the chain) without the copyright owner’s permission, or may even give it away free.
For rentals of such copies, however, most national laws as well as TRIPS agreement sets apart the categories of computer programs, and audio-visual works in digital formats. In these cases, the copyright owner also has a right of rental to allow/ prohibit such rentals. This is because with digital advances, making copies is very easy. I can make infinite copies of a digital work after buying it only once which I can then give on ‘rent’ thereby harming the copyright owner’s economic rights if such practices are not controlled.
b) Importation : An associated right is right to control importation of copies in accordance of principle of territoriality of a copyright. A book may be legally offered for reduced price in a territory and at higher prices in another, by the respective copyright holders at the time. This leads to ‘arbitrage’ possibilities which will harm the interest of the copyright holder in the higher priced territory, unless he can control such importation.
Exceptions to the right of reproduction rely upon concept of public good or non-commercial use. Such uses, termed as ‘limitations’, do not require permission from the copyright holder, Examples include making single copies for private, non-commercial use. However, these rights are also now being questioned in the digital age since perfect copies can be quickly made, all for ‘private’ use, denying the copyright holder economic rewards for his efforts.
Article 2(bis) of WIPO elaborates upon limitations of such rights. More elaborations are provided at Article 10 and Article 10bis for free use of literary or artistic works and those of other works. Article 13 provides for limitation on right of recordings of musical works.
c) Performance, broadcasting and communication to public: For instance, playing a tune or performing in a play. Concomitant to this are right of broadcasting and right of communication to the public. Broadcasting is in fact right of communication only and maybe on any type of media – cable, Internet etc.
A public performance is one where there is a possibility that a substantial number of people present are not the copyright holder’s family, social contacts, acquaintances etc. It need not necessarily be a ‘public’ place but can be a private place as well. The copyright holder can authorize live performances such as plays, orchestral compositions etc. of his work, including also its recordings both audio or visual. For instance, playing of a song in an airport is its ‘public performance’.
Right of broadcasting is when the work is emitted by means of wireless signals to equipment within range designed to receive them ( such as Television, radio) , while right of communication involves sending such signal over wires / cables when only equipment connected to the wire or cable system can receive such signals.
The Berne Convention grants owners the exclusive right to such public performances, broadcasting and communication . Some jurisdictions replace this right by that of equitable remuneration.
d) Translation and adaption : While translation is clear, adaptation is modification of a work to create another. For instance, adapting a novel to a play. Both translations and adaptations are protected by copyright. Hence to perform these actions, permissions from the owner of the underlying works have to be sought. And the translated/ adapted works themselves then carry copyright insofar as the translation and/or adaptation is concerned.
While above economic rights can generate money for the owner, or he can transfer it for money (such as royalties), the moral rights of the copyright owner always remain with the original creator of the work.
Section 14 of the Indian Copyright Act elaborates upon economic rights of a copyright holder.
Moral Rights are essentially concerned with recognition and respect. An author/creator has the right that he be recognized. For instance, an author’s name needs to be mentioned on a book. Of course reasonable limits hold when many copyrights are involved. For instance, for a movie there may literally be hundreds of contributors. Some (such as producer, director, main actors) may be mentioned in opening credits while some minor ones in closing credits and some need not be mentioned at all. Similarly, for a song being played on radio. The moral rights can not be transferred. So, even if an author of a book has licensed it to another (thereby transferring his economic right), his moral right of his name being mentioned on the book is still with him and he can enforce it anytime he wishes. Similarly, an author can stop publishing of a parody of his work if he considers the parody to be denigrating to him.
Article 6(bis ) of WIPO elaborate upon the moral rights.
Moral rights are elaborated in Section 57 of the Indian Copyrights Act ( Author’s special rights).
How is a Copyright acquired
Per the Berne Convention ( Article 2(1)), the very fact of creation of a work grants it copyright protection. However the work requires ‘fixation’ ( Article 2(2). Fixation means putting the work out in public domain in a manner that can be repeated. For instance, producing an audio recording. It is immaterial whether the ‘public’ at that time heard it or not, as long as the possibility existed.Some cases are more complicated. For instance dance moves. These can be video recorded. Special signs exist to record choreography. Basically, fixation provides proof of the work .
Registration of a Copyright
Under Berne Convention , a copyright owner residing in a foreign country automatically qualifies for protection in a host country without any formalities, as long as both the foreign country and the host country are party to the Berne Convention.
A country can impose registration formalities on its own citizens as it wishes. Hence, for each country its registration formalities need to be carefully looked into. United States, for instance, requires registration with the Copyright Office and then claiming, by means of letter ‘c’ followed by year of date of creation / first publication on the work/article that he same carries copyright protection.
Indian Copyright Act, Chapter X elaborates upon various provisions for registration of a copyright in India
Tenure of Copyright protection
The minimum requirement under Berne Convention is 50 years from the end of the year of the author’s death. Individual countries may prolong this period. For instance, in EU and US this period is 70 years.
For photographic works, the Berne Convention requirement is 50 years.
Article 7 and Article 7bis of the Berne Convention elaborate on this aspect.
Please note however that there are cases where in the Berne Convention the minimum requirement is less than 50 years post mortem. For example, for photographic works and works of applied art, the minimum term of protection is 25 years after the making of the work.
In terms of Indian Law, Chapter V of the Indian Copyright Act provides for terms of different kinds of copyrighted works.
Limitations on Rights
a) General Exclusion from Copyright of a Work: Some categories of works are completely excluded from protection offered by copyright.. As already said, most countries require ‘fixation’. Even a work of chorography needs to be either video-taped , or put down in a special form of ‘dance notation’. Some other works such as the texts of laws, court and administrative decisions are excluded from copyright protection in most countries.
b) Exclusion of specific acts : In some circumstances, some acts of non-authorized entities of a copyrighted work may be considered as ‘non-infringing’ on the rights of the copyright holder. Such acts are of two types mainly:
1) Free Use : Acts that that may be carried out without authorization and without an obligation to compensate the owner of rights for the use. Acts herein include fairly quoting from a protected work with appropriate attribution, usage by way of illustration of educational purposes, and usage for news reporting. Article 9(2) of the Berne Convention provides for such ‘special cases’ with regards to rights of reproduction. This is a general rule , the main requirement being that the acts do not conflict with a normal exploitation of the work and do not unreasonably prejudice the legitimate interests of the author. As already said, personal, non-commercial use is usually allowed but such provisions are increasingly being narrowly interpreted in the digital age we are now in. The concept of ‘Fair use’ of ‘Fair dealing’ is mostly used here and considers aspects such as the nature and purpose of the use, nature of work used, amount of work used , whether the use is commercial , and the likely effect of the use on the potential commercial value of the work.
Section 52 of the Indian Copyright Act elaborates upon such acts that may not be considered as infringements to rights of a copyright owner. Section 51 elaborates upon acts that may be considered as infringements.
2) Non-voluntary licenses : In such cases , non-authorized acts of exploitation of a copyrighted work may be carried out, however the obligation to compensate the owner of the rights remains. They are termed on-voluntary since they are not voluntarily permitted by the copyright owner. The underlying purpose is that rights owners should not hinder development of new technology for disseminating of a work to the public by refusing to authorize use of their works for such technologies. Berne Convention, for instance, recognizes mechanical reproduction of musical works and broadcasting as being eligible for non-voluntary licensing. Copyright systems of most countries have non-voluntary licensing provisions. Nowadays alternatives to non-voluntary licensing have also emerged for making works available to the public based on right owners’ permission, including through the collective administration of rights.
Chapter VI of the Indian Copyright Act elaborates upon how a copyrighted work may be licensed to others either by the Copyright holder, or non-voluntarily under compulsory licensing/ statutory provisions (Section 31 and Section 32) therein.
Major Acts and Agreements
Internationally, the Berne Convention and the TRIPS agreement cover copyrights.
In India, Copyrights are covered under The Copyright Act, 1957 ( Last amended 2012) . India is in compliance with the Berne Convention, TRIPS and also the Universal Copyrights Convention.
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Situated at an altitude of 1,401 m, Bhaktapur covers an area of four square miles. Bhaktapur or “the City of Devotees” still retains the medieval charm and visitors to this ancient town are treated with myriad wonders of cultural and artistic achievements.
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The oldest part of the town is around Tachupal Tole (the Dattatraya Square), to the east. Bhaktapur was the capital city of the whole valley during the 14th to 16th centuries and during that time the focus of the town-shifted west, the Durbar Square area. Much of the town’s great architecture dates from the end of the 17th century during the rule of King Bhupatindra Malla. On Yaksha Malla’s death, the kingdom after a period of joint rule among his sons eventually became divided into three small kingdoms, Bhaktapur, Kathmandu and Patan.
Bhaktapur drapes across an east-west fold in the valley, its southern fringe sliding down towards the sluggish Hanumante River. Owing to a long-term westward drift, the city has two centres (residents of the two halves stage a boisterous tug- of-war during the city’s annual Bisket festival} and three main squares. In the west, Durbar Square and Taumadhi Tol dominate the post-fifteenth-century city, while Tachapal Tol presides over the older east end.
You’ll arrive by one of two routes. Our Private car/coach or local buses that leaves from Old Bus park Kathmandu every 10 minutes drops you on the main road about ten minutes’ walk south of town. Arriving by minibus from the City Bus Park, you’11 be deposited near Sidha Pokhri, a five-minute walk west of Durbar Square. Local buses from Nagarkot terminate at Kamal Binayak, five minutes northeast of Tachapal; tourist buses from Nagarkot continue to the main intersection just north of Durbar Square.
Bhaktapur has no rikshaws and just a few resident taxis, but it’s compact enough to be explored on foot One-speed bikes can be rented along the road east of minibus park (west of Durbar Square).
Nyatapol Temple
Nepal may be overlooked as a leader of technology in the 21st century. But its history shows the nation was ahead of its time when it came to architecture.
Nyatapola, a five-story pagoda temple built in 1702, still stands today even after surviving a 8.3 earthquake in 1933.
The Nyatapola temple is the largest temple of Bhaktapur. It rests on a base on five levels with four sanctuaries of Ganesh in the four corners. Standing at 30 meters high, it dominates the city.
It was built in the period of King Bhupatendra Malla when Bhaktapur was a sovereign state. It was built with wood and bricks and has artistic designs. Nyatapola in newari language (a local language of Bhaktapur) means “five-story temple.” The locals believed that this temple was built to quiet Bhairab, an angry god. Bhairab’s temple is in front of Nyatapola. Bhairab’s mandir was built before Nyatapola.
The legend says Bhairab vandalized the society of that time. So the people discussed with King Bhupatendra Malla and finally decided to build a more powerful temple than Bhairab’s.
To make Nyatapola strong and powerful they made a statue in front of temple of elephants, tigers, a powerful snake god and Bhaktapur’s strongest man Jaya mal Pata. Also, Siddha Laxmi, a powerful and benevolent god, was worshiped inside Nyatapola. After calming Bhairab, peace prevailed in the city and people lived easily and happily. Thousands of tourists come every year to appreciate the technology used to make this temple.
In the 18th century, many temples, statues and stupas were built in Nepal, mostly in Kathmandu, Bhaktapur and Lalitpur, which were three different states at that time. Now these three places are known as the Kathmandu valley, or the valley of temples.
Inside Bhaktapur Temple
Bhaktapur Durbar Square is a conglomeration of pagoda and shikhara style temples grouped around a fifty-five window palace of brick and wood. The square is one of the most charming architectural showpieces of the Valley as it highlights the ancient arts of Nepal. The golden effigies of kings perched on the top of stone monoliths, the guardian deities looking out from their sanctuaries, the wood carvings in every place-struts, lintels, uprights, tympanums, gateways and windows, all seem to form a well orchestrated symphony. The main items of interest in the Durbar Square are:
Bhaktapur Durbar SquareThe Golden Gate: The Golden Gate is said to be the most beautiful and richly moulded specimen of its kind in the entire world. The door is surmounted by a figure of the goddess Kali and Garuda (the mythical man bird) and attended by two heavenly nymphs. It is also embellished with mythical creatures of marvellous intricacy, In the words of Percy Brown, an eminent English art critic and historian, the Golden Gate is the most lovely piece of art in the whole Kingdom: It is placed like a jewel, flashing innumerable facets in the handsome setting of its surroundings. The gate was erected by King Ranjit Malla and is the entrance of the main courtyard of the Palace of Fifty five Windows.
The Palace of Fifty five Windows: This magnificent palace was built during the reign of King Yakshya Malla in A.D. 1427 and was subsequently remodelled by King Bhupatindra Malla in the seventeenth century. Among the brick walls with their gracious setting and sculptural design, is a balcony with Fifty five Windows, considered to be a unique masterpiece of woodcarving.
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European hydrotoponymy (II): Basques and Iberians after Lusitanians and “Ligurians”
The first layer in hydrotoponymy of Iberia is clearly Indo-European, in territories that were occupied by Indo-Europeans when Romans arrived, but also in most of those occupied by non-Indo-Europeans.
Among Indo-European peoples, the traditional paradigm – carried around in Wikipedia-like texts until our days – has been to classify their languages as “Pre-Celtic” despite the non-Celtic phonetics (especially the initial -p-), because the same toponyms appear in areas occupied by Celts (e.g. Parisii, Pictones, Pelendones, Palantia); or – even worse – just as “Celtic”, because of the famous -briga and related components. This was evidently not tenable at the end of the 20th century, and it is simply anachronistic today.
NOTE. Since Indo-Europeans and non-Indo-Europeans of Western Europe show strong Y-chromosome bottlenecks under R1b-P312 lineages, maps below show the evolution of cultural groups side by side with ADMIXTURE of ancient DNA samples instead. The map series on prehistorical migrations contains also Y-DNA and mtDNA maps.
Most excerpts below (emphasis mine) are translated from Spanish (see the original text here):
Top Left: Arrival of Indo-European-speaking East Bell Beakers and likely disruption of the Basque-Iberian community (ca 2500 BC on). Top Right: corresponding (unsupervised) ADMIXTURE map of ancient DNA samples. Arrival of Central European ancestry (“Steppe ancestry”, roughly represented by the blue color), with other components still prevalent, roughly including Anatolia Neolithic (brown), WHG (red), and sporadically Northern African (violet). Notice the high proportion of Central European ancestry in central and north-western Iberia. See full maps including Y-DNA and mtDNA. Bottom: PCA of Bell Beaker and contemporaneous samples.
Palaeo-Indo-Europeans
While the non-Celtic Indo-European nature of Lusitanian is certain, the nature of the “Pre-Celtic” language spoken by peoples such as Cantabri, Astures, Pellendones, Carpetani and Vettones is still being discussed, due to the scarcity of material to work with.
Galaico-Lusitanian
From Hacia una definición del lusitano, by Vallejo (2013):
It is certain that the delimitation of the geographical area set by Tovar is still valid, basically determined by the known direct documents, that is, the traditionally accepted inscriptions (the classic ones of Lamas de Moledo, Arroyo de la Luz and Cabeço das Fráguas), in addition to the new ones from Arroyo and the recent one from Arronches, see Fig. 1), to which some others could be added: the new bilingual inscription from Viseu necessarily compels us to consider it as indigenous, because it contains terms that belong to the core of the language and not only onomastics (I refer to the nexus igo and the nicknames deibabor and deibobor). By virtue of this new incorporation, we can also consider other texts as indigenous, although they do not include a common lexicon (see Fig. 1, inscriptions 7 to 22), in the expectation that many Lusitanian scribes were consciously mixing two linguistic registers (code switching), one to refer to the deities (for which they frequently used indigenous inflection) and another for anthroponyms (always with Latin inflection).
Left: Early Bronze Age cultures in Iberia (in red, likely Indo-European groups; in green, likely non-Indo-European groups). Right: Unsupervised ADMIXTURE of ancient DNA samples. See full maps including Y-DNA and mtDNA.
Firstly, it is striking that this geographical profile drawn by the texts correspond almost exactly to the distribution of large series of anthroponyms and theonyms.* Among the abundant names of people we can highlight those with a large number of repetitions whose appearance is circumscribed to our region of study (see Fig. 2). Some of them are truly frequent and lack parallels on the outside, such as the stem Tanc / Tang- (of Tanginus) with no less than 130 attestations, or Tonc- / Tong- (of Tongius or Tongetamus) with 70. Others show also sufficiently representative figures as Camalus and Maelo (with 46 repetitions each), Celtius (with 29), Caturo or Sunua (with 23), Camira (with 22), Doquirus (with 20), Louesius (with 18), Al(l)ucquius (with 17) or Malge(i)nus (with 16). According to these quantities, it appears that these are not casual occurrences of names, taking into account that chance tends to be reduced to a minimum in the study of the Iberian Peninsula, since we can easily handle the entire peninsular corpus. In turn, Reue, Bandue, Nauiae and Crougiae are the theonyms that best represent the Lusitanian-Galician area, coinciding fundamentally (Figure 3) with the picture that anthroponymy and texts had drawn, although with less examples.
Top left: Lusitanian (long and short) inscriptions; top right: Map of the distribution of statue-menhirs and south-western stelae, by Rodríguez-Corral (2014) [(1) stelae in Beira Alta and Tras-os-Montes (Portugal), and Orense (Galicia, Spain); (2) both in the same territory: northwestern statue-menhirs and southwestern stelae; (3) hybridization of both into the same material form (stela/stela-menhir from Pedra Alta)]; bottom left: Lusitanian teonymy; bottom right: Lusitanian anthroponymy.
* The other subdivision of the onomastics, toponymy, presents difficulty in the elaboration of series, by the few repetitions of segments, once the universal element -briga has been eliminated.
It is not only these groups of names and roots that help us define a large northwestern area, but, as I have had occasion to mention in other places, some onomastic data that share a similar distribution can also be added: the desinence -oi (with an assimilation in -oe / -ui) of theonymic dative singular, the ending -bo of dative plural, the presence of the noun-forming suffix -aiko-, in addition to other phonetic features such as the passage of e> ei in anthroponymy, the reduction ug> uo the step of w> b.
Genetic isolation in modern north-western Iberia (northern Portugal / southern Galicia) is greater than in other Iberian regions, forming different ancestral clusters splitting before others (including Basques). Image from Bycroft et al. (2018). See explanatory video by Carracedo.
Astur-Cantabrian
From The concept of Onomastic Landscape: the case of the Astures, by Vallejo (2013):
(…) First of all, it seems that there is an independent onomastic area, which can be defined by a series of names and suffixes that are repeated there exclusively or predominantly. This area does not seem to correspond with what we know of the Lusitanian-Galician onomastics nor of the more coastal Asturian; it also differs from the Celtiberian area, with which it does not have features in common. In this way, and always in the conjectural terrain, we could find ourselves before an Indo-European non-Celtic language different from the Lusitanian language.
A peculiarity that will have to be investigated is the presence of an excessively wide border corridor, where the names of the southern Astures (Augustales) do not predominate, but neither those of the northern Astures (Transmontanos). Similarly, we will have to see the scope of the hypothesis that there might have been a language perhaps differentiated from that spoken in the Lusitanian, Galician or Celtiberian zones; the lower documentary richness of the Asturian zone of Transmontana makes it more difficult to guarantee that it is not the same linguistic area as the one we isolate among Asturian cities.
In any case, de Hoz, even taking into account the difficulty of an affirmation of this type, pointed out ambiguously that we could find ourselves in front of different languages. On the other hand, the absence of texts directly transmitted by this people leaves us without a definitive confirmation the argument that it is a linguistically differentiated region, but it does not invalidate it at all. These drawbacks require the suspension of the exact characterization of our area, awaiting advances in the field of epigraphy and methodology.
Non-Indo-Europeans
The following are mainly excerpts from Villar (2007, 2014):
Lenguas, genes y culturas en la Prehistoria de Europa y Asia suroccidental (2007). Buy the ebook online (or the printed version, if available).
Anthroponymy
The information provided by place-names and hydronyms on the one hand and anthroponyms on the other is of undoubted historical value in both cases, but of different specific significance. Anthroponyms reflect the present situation at the moment when living people were using them. It is an aspect very sensitive to social changes of all kinds, reaching its highest level of instability when there is language change.
(…) the Pre-Roman anthroponymic inventory of the Basque Country and Navarre indicates that prior to the arrival of Romans the language spoken was Indo-European (reflected in the names used) in the territories of Caristii, Varduli and Autrigones, while in Vasconic territory (especially in the current Navarre) most of the speakers chose Iberian names. In the territories of the current Basque Country, only a negligible statistical proportion chose Basque names, whereas in Navarre it was a minority of the population. That’s how things were towards the 3rd century BC.
Hydro-Toponymy
Cities and rivers are not subject to the ephemeral life cycle of humans. Rivers have very long cycles that go far beyond the life time not only of individuals, but also of languages and cultures. Cities are also generally very stable, although social circumstances occasionally cause one to be abandoned or destroyed, while new ones are created from time to time. That means that the names of rivers and cities are not subject to fashions or frequent change. Nor does a language change imply a renewal of the previous hydronymy and toponymy.
Speakers of the new languages incorporated into a territory learn from the natives the hydronymic and toponymic system, producing what we call the “toponymic transmission”. (…) it requires a prolonged contact between the native population and the new occupants, which can only occur when the indigenous population is not annihilated quickly and radically.
Top Left: Middle Bronze Age cultures in Iberia (in red, likely Indo-European groups; in green, likely non-Indo-European groups). Top Right: Unsupervised ADMIXTURE of ancient DNA samples. See full maps including Y-DNA and mtDNA. Bottom: Bottom: PCA of Bronze Age groups.
The ancient onomastic data of the Basque Country and Navarre can be summarized as follows:
Ancient hydronymy, the longest lasting onomastic component, is not Basque, but Indo-European in its entirety.
The old toponymy, which follows it in durability, is also Indo-European in its entirety, except Poampaelo (now Pamplona) and Oiarso (now Oyarzun).
And in anthroponymy, which reflects the language used at the time when those names were in use, is also massively Indo-European, although there are between 10-15% anthroponyms of Vasconic etymology.
(…) the existing data show that, while in Roman times in Hispania there were only a couple of place-names in the Pyrenean border and a dozen anthroponyms of Vasconic etymology, in Aquitaine there was an abundant antroponymy of that etymology.
Left: Late Bronze Age cultures in Iberia (in red, likely Indo-European groups; in green, likely non-Indo-European groups). Right: Unsupervised ADMIXTURE of ancient DNA samples. See full maps including Y-DNA and mtDNA.
This set of facts is most compatible with a hypothesis that postulated a late infiltration of this type of population from Aquitaine, which at the time of the Roman conquest had only reached to establish a bridgehead, consisting of a small population center in Navarre and Alto Aragón and nothing else, except some isolated individuals in the current provinces of Álava, Vizcaya and Guipúzcoa. The almost complete absence of old place-names of Vasconic etymology would be explained in this way: Vasconic speakers, recently arrived and still in small numbers, would not have had the possibility of altering in depth the toponymic heritage prior to their arrival, which was Indo-European.
The idea of a late Vasconization of a part of those territories, in the High Middle Ages or late Antiquity, is not new. Already in the 1920s M. Gómez Moreno said about the modern Basque provinces, with the district of Estella in Navarra, that “personal nomenclature allows comparisons of definitive value, probative that there lived people of the Cantabrian-Asturian race [who for Gómez Moreno were Indo-European], without the slightest trace of perceptible Basqueness”. For him, the first Indo-European people to penetrate the peninsula would have been Ligurian, which evolved into Cantabrians, Asturians, Venetians, Lusitanians, Tormogi, Vacaeans, Autrigones, Caristii and Varduli.
Top Left: Pre-Roman cultures in Iberia (in red/brown, Indo-European groups; in pink, Greek; in yellow, Phoenician; in green, likely non-Indo-European groups; Tartessian is disputed). Top Right: Unsupervised ADMIXTURE of ancient DNA samples. See full maps including Y-DNA and mtDNA. Bottom: PCA of Iron Age groups.
If, as we said above, Basque speakers began to enter the Iberian Peninsula from the other side of the Pyrenees only from the Roman-Republican era, to intensify their presence in the following centuries we must assume that they were to the north of the Pyrenees already before those dates. And, indeed, the existence of this abundant Vasconic antroponymy shows that in the first centuries of our era – while Vasconic speakers in the Peninsula were very few in number, their population in Aquitaine was abundant.
In a provisional manner we can advance that [Aquitaine’s] hydronyms are also known in other places of Europe and easily compatible with Indo-European etymologies (Argantia, Aturis, Tarnes, Sigmanos); and among the place names there are also many that are compatible with non-Gallic Indo-European etymologies, or not necessarily Gallic (Curianum, Aquitania, Burdigala, Cadurci, Auscii, Eluii, Rutani, Cala- (gorris), Latusates, Cossion, Sicor, Oscidates, Vesuna, etc.).
In addition to those place names that we classify as generically Indo-European, there are not a few Celts (Lugdunum, Mediolanum, Noviomagos, Segodunon, Bituriges, Petrucorii, Pinpedunni), several Latins (Aquae Augustae, Convenae, ad Sextum, Augusta), and even some Celto-Latin hybrids (Augustonemeton, Augustoriton). On the other hand, there are hardly any names, neither serial nor not serial, that have a reasonable possibility of being explained by Vasconic etymology (Anderedon could be one of them).
Consequently, the onomastic question of Aquitaine is not compatible with the possibility that Vasconic is the “primordial element” there, either. On the contrary, it is compatible with the hypothesis that they arrived also late in Aquitaine, when hydro-toponymy was already established. They had to Vasconize all or part of the previous population, that turned to use to a large extent the Vasconic anthroponymy. But the previous toponymy remained and the Vasconization process was probably soon interrupted by Celticization first, and Romanization later.
Aquitani and neighbouring tribes around the Pyrenees, as described by the Romans (ca. 1st c. BC). The Basque language likely expanded south and west of the Pyrenees into Indo-European-speaking territories during the Roman period. The term ‘Vascones’ only became applied to Basque-speaking tribes in medieval times. Map modified from image by Sémhur at Wikipedia.
A prediction in genetics
This is how Francisco Villar and co-authors from the University of Salamanca saw what would happen with the genetic studies of modern Basques in 2007, based on the similarity with neighbouring Iberians and French, and the late intrusion of the language in its current territory:
Unfortunately, linguistics does not have the means to establish the moment of that arrival in terms of absolute chronology. In any case, this hypothesis is not incompatible with some peculiarities in the frequency of certain genes of the Basque-speaking population. Indeed, today we tend to attribute these peculiarities to the joint action of genetic drift and isolation; to which perhaps we could add a bottleneck in the Vasconic founding population that would one day settle in Aquitaine.
Indoeuropeos, iberos, vascos y sus parientes (2014). Buy the ebook online (Or printed version, if available).
Also Villar, in 2014:
In the hypothesis that I propose, future speakers of Basque would have settled initially in Aquitaine, where there would have been an inevitable genetic diffusion with pre-existing [first stage] populations. On the other hand, Basque speakers from Aquitaine would have started to arrive to the Basque Country and Navarre only from Roman times (only a couple of Vasconic toponyms, at least one of them of recent creation; scarce anthroponyms of Vasconic etymology). The part of those populations that mixed with the pre-existing Palaeo-Indo-Europeans (Indo-European names of rivers; general Indo-European toponymy) saw how the uniqueness of their haplogroups, if there was any, was diluted, making it difficult to distinguish from the general [Indo-European] background; being a minority, it could had been even lost as a result of adverse genetic drift.
Olalde et al. (2019) confirmed this hypothesis that modern Basques are quite similar to investigated Iron Age Indo-Europeans from Iberia (such as Celtiberians sampled from the Basque Country):
For the Iron Age, we document a consistent trend of increased ancestry related to Northern and Central European populations with respect to the preceding Bronze Age. The increase was 10 to 19% (95% confidence intervals given here and in the percentages that follow) in 15 individuals along the Mediterranean coast where non-Indo-European Iberian languages were spoken; 11 to 31% in two individuals at the Tartessian site of La Angorrilla in the southwest with uncertain language attribution; and 28 to 43% in three individuals at La Hoya in the north where Indo-European Celtiberian languages were likely spoken. This trend documents gene flow into Iberia during the Late Bronze Age or Early Iron Age, possibly associated with the introduction of the Urnfield tradition.
Modern Basques show therefore, paradoxically, an ancestry similar to recent Iron Age Indo-European invaders (quite likely the ancestors of Celtiberians), which confirms the hypothesis of bottlenecks/founder effects followed by a very recent isolation of its population:
(…) the genetic profile of present-day Basques who speak the only non-Indo-European language in Western Europe [] overlap genetically with Iron Age populations showing substantial levels of Steppe ancestry.
Left: Roman period in Iberia. Right: Unsupervised ADMIXTURE of ancient DNA samples. See full maps including Y-DNA and mtDNA. Notice increase of steppe ancestry in the north, associated with the (Late Bronze Age / Early Iron Age) arrival of Central Europeans.
Iberians
Regarding the Iberian language, the circumstances of analysis are less favorable. However, we can observe in the ancient toponymy of typically Iberian areas (the Spanish Levant and Catalonia) a considerable proportion of toponymy of Indo-European etymology, often identical to that which F. Villar (2000) has called “Southern-Iberian-Pyrenean”. In fact, its presence in the Levant is nothing else but a continuation from Catalonia to the South along the Mediterranean coast. Here are some examples: Caluba, Sorobis, Uduba, Lesuros, Urce / Urci, Turbula, Arsi / Arse, Asterum, Cartalias, Castellona, Lassira, Lucentum, Saguntum, Trete, Calpe, Lacetani, Onusa, Palantia, Saetabis, Saetabicula, Sarna , Segestica, Sicana, Turia, Turicae, Turis.
Compatible with the Indo-European etymology can also be Blanda, Sebelacum, Sucro, Tader, Sigarra, Mastia, Contestania, Liria, Lauro, Indibilis, Herna, Edeta, Dertosa, Cesetania, Cossetani, Celeret, Bernaba, Biscargis, (…)
Finally, in other place names there are Indo-European components in hybrid toponymic syntagms, such as:
orc- / urc-: Orceiabar, Urcarailur, Urceatin, Urcebas, Urcecere, Urcescer, Urceticer.
Il-: Iltukoite, Iluro (3), Ilurci, Ilorci, Ilurcis, Ilucia, Iliturgi, Ilarcurris, Iluberitani, etc.
Examples like these show that in Catalonia and the Spanish Levant the Iberian language is not the deepest identifiable substrate language, but that it took root there when there was previously an Indo-European language that had created a considerable network of toponyms and hydronyms that we can recognize, and over which Iberians settled as a superstrate. The pre-existence of an Indo-European language in the historically Iberian area is further corroborated by the fact that its ancient hydronyms are all Indo-European, with the exception of a single river that has a name that is supposed to be Iberian: the Iberus (Ebro), of which obviously the country and its inhabitants took their name. No doubt ib- was an appellation for river, so that in the language that created that hydronym the Iber should have simply been “the river”. But we will see in the body of this work that ib- is in various places outside the Iberian Peninsula as an appellation for «river», which will force us to rethink its supposed Iberian affiliation. In fact, the Iberus had another name, Elaisos, whose etymology is compatible with Indo-European. As we know with certainty that after Iberians no other Indo-European peoples came to their territory before the Romans, the Indo-European creators of that hydronymy have had to be there before the Iberians. And its antiquity must be considerable because, as we have already said, the vast majority of its hydronyms (Alebus, Caluba, Lesuros, Palantia, Saetabis, Sigarra, Sucro, Tader, Turia and Uduba, Elaisos) belong to that anonymous Indo-European language that didn’t leave written texts or had historical continuity.
Inscriptions in Iberia ca. 2nd–1st c. BC. Purple squares show Celtiberian inscriptions, blue circles show Iberian inscriptions. Image modified from Hesperia – Banco de datos de lenguas paleohispánicas.
Villar (2014):
Not always that a language is settled in a territory is it able to eradicate the existing ones definitively. Even a political system as unitary and unifying as the Roman was not able to eradicate the Basque language. And nowadays in Latin America, despite the crushing cultural dominance of Spanish, despite the means for the schooling of a modern society, in spite of the media, a multitude of pre-Columbian languages are spoken that coexist with the language of culture, the only one that is written in those countries. In those situations, which can be prolonged for quite a lot of time, there are individuals who only speak the language newly imposed, others who speak only the language that has resisted disappearing, and others who speak both, in a broad framework of bilingualism. My proposal is that something similar to that must have happened in the Iberian territory when the Romans arrived: A language of culture, Iberian, diversified into more or less distant local dialects, coexisted with several previous languages, equally differentiated from the dialectal point of view. This explains the irruption in the Iberian texts of non-Iberian anthroponyms and, above all, the existence there of a Palaeo-Indo-European hydro-toponymy that had remained in use not only because it was transmitted to Iberian speakers, but also because its native users were still present.
European hydrotoponymy (I): Old European substrate and its relative chronology
Aquitanians and Iberians of haplogroup R1b are exactly like Indo-Iranians and Balto-Slavs of haplogroup R1a
Iberia: East Bell Beakers spread Indo-European languages; Celts expanded later
Iberia in the Copper and Early Bronze Age: Cultural, demographic, and environmental analysis
Haplogroup R1b-M167/SRY2627 linked to Celts expanding with the Urnfield culture
Analysis of R1b-DF27 haplogroups in modern populations adds new information that contrasts with ‘steppe admixture’ results
On Latin, Turkic, and Celtic – likely stories of mixed societies and little genetic impact
Patterns of genetic differentiation and the footprints of historical migrations in the Iberian Peninsula
First Iberian R1b-DF27 sample, probably from incoming East Bell Beakers
Ancient Sardinia hints at Mesolithic spread of R1b-V88, and Western EEF-related expansion of Vasconic
Arrival of steppe ancestry with R1b-P312 in the Mediterranean: Balearic Islands, Sicily, and Iron Age Sardinia
Modern Sardinians show elevated Neolithic farmer ancestry shared with Basques
Iberian prehistoric migrations in Genomics from Neolithic, Chalcolithic, and Bronze Age
Carlos Quiles Anthropology, Linguistics, North-West Indo-European, Proto-Indo-European 12 Comments July 8, 2019 July 14, 2019
These first two posts on Old European hydro-toponymy contain excerpts mainly from Indoeuropeos, iberos, vascos y sus parientes, by Francisco Villar, Universidad de Salmanca (2014), but also from materials of Lenguas, genes y culturas en la Prehistoria de Europa y Asia suroccidental, by Villar et al. Universidad de Salamanca (2007). I can’t recommend both books hardly enough for anyone interested in the history of Pre-Roman peoples in Iberia and Western Europe.
NOTE. Both books also contain detailed information on hydrotoponymy of other regions, like Northern Europe, the Aegean and the Middle East, with some information about Asia, apart from (outdated) genetic data, but their main aim is obviously the Prehistory of Iberia and neighbouring regions like France, Italy, or Northern Africa.
Here are only some excerpts (emphasis mine), translated from Spanish (see the original texts here), accompanied by images from both books.
Alteuropäisch and Krahe
The investigation of “Old European” or Alteuropäisch, popularized by Krahe, began precisely with the study of some toponyms and personal names spread all over Europe, previously considered “Ligurian” (by H. d’Arbois de Jubainville and C. Jullian) or “Illyrian” (by J. Pokorny), with which those linguistic groups – in turn badly known – were given an excessive extension, based only on some lexical coincidences.
This is a comment made by the author about Krahe‘s data and his opinions, frequently used against his compiled data, which I find paradoxically applicable to Villar’s data and his tentative assignment of the relative linguistic chronology to an absolute one – including the expansion of a “Mesolithic” Indo-European vs. a “Neolithic” Basque / Iberian vs. a Bronze Age Celtic – when it is now clear that the sequence of events was much later than that:
It is very widespread today a derogatory and globally disqualifying attitude to everything that sounds like Alteuropäisch and Krahe, sometimes without the necessary discrimination between different hypotheses, or even between data and hypothesis. It is not fair that the version of H. Krahe and that of W. P. Schmid be disqualified in a single simplistic judgment as if they were the same thing. But it is a major mistake to reduce the value of the hydro-toponymic data of Europe by the mere fact that Krahe attributed an implausible historical explanation to them. The data are real and still need an adequate explanation within a real historical framework, despite the unfeasibility of Krahe’s explanation.
With that we reach a point that I want to highlight. Among those who are allergic to anything that involves deviating one iota of the Indo-European paradigm as a single event, an attitude gaining momentum considers that hydro-toponymy was introduced in the different regions of Europe and Southeast Asia by the same Indo-European languages that appear historically occupying their territory. H. Krahe had argued strongly against this possibility, so now I will save myself a deeper refutation and I will limit myself to pointing out some difficulties that position is forced to face.
Sala, Sala, Sala, Sala, Sala, Sala, Sala, Sala, Sala, Sala, Sala, Salaca/Salis, Salaceni,
Salacia, Salacia, Salaeni, Salam, Salandona, Salangi, Salangi , Salaniana, Sãlantas,
Salapa, Salapeni, Salaphitanum, Salapia / Salpia / Salapina palus / Salpe, Salar, Salara, Salarama,
Salarbima, Salariga, Salars, Salas, Salat, Salauris, Salcitani, Sale, Sale, Sale, Sale
stagnum, Salecon, Saleia, Salentina, Salentini, Salernum, Salerni, Sales, Sali, Salia, Salia,
Salica, Salica, Salice, Salii, Salija, Salinẽlis, Salìnis, Salìnis, Salìnis, Salìnis, Salinsae, Salionca,
Salius, Salō, Salō, Saloca, Salodurum, Salona, Salonae, Salonenica, Salonia, Saloniana,
Salonime, Salonium, Salontia, Saluca, Salum, Salum, Salunatasi, Saluntum / Salluntum,
Salùpis, Sãlupis, Salur, Salurnis, Selepitani, Sõlis.
The defenders of that alternative have to assume that the process of dialectalization, that before the migrations from the Urheimat was separating into the different Indo-European branches, affected each of them in the phonetic aspect in the general naming vocabulary, but left them unaltered in its phonetic predialectal state with regards to hydro-toponymy, as well as a good part of the naming lexicon related to the concepts of “river, water” and the different qualities of water currents. For example, according to those sharing that opinion, the Hispanic Palantia of the area of Vaccei would be in fact Celtic, but in that name the loss of the initial /p/ that characterizes Celtic would not have been applicable. Similarly, the hydro-toponymy in Germania is largely exempt from the Lautverschiebung, in Greece the loss of initial /s/, etc. These names not only fail to suffer the dialectal innovations corresponding to their zones, but sometimes they present innovations different from the features of the dialect involved. For example the word *mori “sea, standing water” is sometimes found in the hydro-toponymy of Gaul in the form *mari instead of *mori proper of Celtic (Marantium, Marisanga, Marsus), which in the framework of the paradigm has to be inevitably interpreted as a non-Celtic innovation.
Potential geographic relationship between a priori unrelated graphic-phonetic variants.
Names of this nature that appear in areas where a pre-Roman historical Indo-European language never existed remain unexplained, such as in North Africa, Arabia Felix or the Caucasus: Lake Pallantias in Libya; the Salat River in Mauritania Tingitana; Auso in Mauritania Caesariensis; the Alonta River in Georgia; the Abas River in Caucasian Albania; Salma and Salapeni in Arabia Felix; etc. Of course, for these cases it is always possible to deny any relationship of kinship between these forms and their European cognates, and attribute everything to the chance of random homophonies. Thus, once again, the annoying comparative data are sacrificed in the sacred altar of the paradigm, despite the fact that they are so numerous and consistent that if there were no blind faith in the current dogma, they would be sufficient to articulate a new paradigm over them.
The choice of each Indo-Europeanist between the non-Indo-European and the Indo-European interpretation to explain the prehistoric toponymy of Europe is not motivated by the fact that they manage partial sets of hydronyms that are more propitious alternatively for the one or the other option. On the contrary, frequently the same batch of materials is claimed by both trends as its own. An extreme example is that of Th. Vennemann, who considers simply as non-Indo-European (specifically Paleo-Basque) exactly the same material that H. Krahe used to support his Indo-European interpretation. Thus, the structure and linguistic characteristics of the studied material have little role in the choice of one or the other path, which is rather conditioned by convictions and adhesion to a varied range of personal beliefs, traditional dogmas and scientific paradigms.
The linguistic column
The sequence of languages that were successively spoken in any territory constitutes what by analogy [with the “geological column”] we could call its “ethno-linguistic column”.
Next I offer the list of the languages detected in the compositional (and to a lesser extent derivational) toponymic syntagms in which the appellatives ub-, up-, ab-, ap-, ur-, il-, igi, tuk, -ip – analyzed in this work – are involved.
From the interaction of the different strata in words and hybrid syntagms we can, therefore, establish the linguistic column in the Iberian Peninsula and its neighboring territories (Western Europe and Northern Africa) with the following sequence:
1. A first stratum of very old chronology, which in a previous publication I have proposed to call Palaeo-Indo-European [“arqueo-indoeuropeo”]. The toponymic elements belonging to this stratum dealt with throughout this text are abundant: kerso-, turso-, alawo-, lako-, mido-, silo-, tibo-, etc.
They always function as determinant toponyms of a place-name in any other language. It never uses the name “city” (or “river”) in hybrid syntagms. Their place names (determinants) are combined with names of the following languages:
a) Iberian in Iberia or Southern France: kiŕś-iltiŕ, tuŕś-iltiŕ, alaun-iltiŕte, lakunm ∙ -iltiŕte.
b) The language of the igi in southern Iberia and perhaps Northern Africa: Cantigi, Saltigi, Sagigi, Sicingi.
c) The southern language of the postponed -il: Mid-ili, Sil-ili, Tib-ili.
d) The language of the postponed -ip: Lac-ipo, Ost-ipo, Vent-ipo.
e) Celtic in Gaul: kerso-ialos > Cersolius > Cerseuil; Ibili-duros > Ibliodurus.
Cariensi, Carantium, Carandonis, Carae, Caraca / Caracca, Carrinensis, Cariaca, Carneus, Carula, Carlae, Carieco, Cariocieco, Caricillum, Carona, Carnona, Caranta, Carantonus / Carantana, Caronte, Carantomum / Carantomium, Carronenses / Garronenses, Cares / Carus, Caranusca, Carona, Caro vicus, Carninia, Carus, Carnutes, Carnonis castrum, Carenses, Caralis / Carallis, Carni, Carnicum, Caraceni, Careia, Carici, Carant / Carrant, Carnonacae, Carontō, Cariolum, Caritani, Carinum, Carantani, Carnuntum, Cariniana Vallis, Cariones, Careotae, Caroia, Caria, Careum, Carnae, Caran, Carnasium, Carnus, Carneates, Carnium, Carenus, Karlasuwa, Carnias, Karahna, Karna, Cariuntis, Kariuna, Careotis, Karu, Caralitis, Carus, Carnasso, Cares, Carene, Caranum, Caria, Carina, Carura, Caralis, Coralis, Carana, Carnalis, Carinum, Carnus, Carium, Carnium, Carnus Carnuntus / Carnusii, Chariuntas, Carandra, Carna, Carana, Carine, Cariatae, Caralae, Carura, Carei, Carura, Caricum, Caranis, Caralia, Carustum, Carystus, Carastasei.
This first Palaeo-Indo-European layer also corresponds to:
Several Palaeo-Indo-European varieties that have ab-, ap-, ub-, up- as a name for «river». To them belong also numerous place names (balsa-, siko-, wol-, etc.) that act as first members composed in both monoglotic and hybrid syntagmas.
Palaeo-Indo-European varieties in which ur- is the name “river”.
2. The second stratum in decreasing order of antiquity is formed by the language of the place name igi “city”, although its presence is only verified with certainty in Iberia (especially in the south) and Northern Africa:
a) It sets the igi name in compounds with Palaeo-Indo-European toponyms as in Salt-, Ast-, Olont-, Cant-, Aur- (Hispania) and Sagigi, Sicingi (Northern Africa).
b) It works as the first place-name of the compound when the second is il: Igilium, Igilgili, Singili.
3. The third stratum is the language of the name il “city”:
a) It puts the nickname il as determined in hybrid syntagms with Palaeo-Indo-European determinants: Mid-ili, Sil-ili, Tib-ili.
b) It puts the nickname il as determined in hybrid syntagms with determinant toponyms igi: Igilium, Igilgili, Singili.
c) It puts the place names (determinants) in front of the name (determined) of the language -ip (Il-ipa, Il-ipula and Il-ipla).
4. Fourth is the language of the name ip- “city”, which puts the name (determined) in syntagms with:
a) Palaeo-Indo-European toponym (determinant): Lac-ipo, Ost-ipo, Vent-ipo.
b) Toponym (determinant) il: Ilipa.
c) Second generation hybrid toponym of Palaeo-Indo-European + il: Balsilippa.
d) In the Balsilippa and Sicilippa conglomerates, the three strata appear in the expected sequence: Palaeo-Indo-European + il + ip.
5. In the fifth place of the sequence is the language of the tuk-:
a) It puts the name tuk- in compounds in which the place-name is a Palaeo-Indo-European element: Acatucci (see Aduatuci in Germania).
b) It puts the name tuk- “height, top” in compounds in which the place-name is an ip- fossilized as place-names: Iptuci, etc.
c) On at least one occasion an ip-fossilized syntagm acts as a toponym opposite a Celtic name: Itucodon (<Iptuco-dunum).
NOTE. Even though Villar talks about this stratum -tuk in Germania (Aduatukus) and the British Isles (Itucodon), only one case is found in each territory.
6. The last place is occupied by Celtic:
a) In Itucodon it puts the name (dunum) in front of a complex toponym of two previous strata, ip- + tuk-; and in Iliodurus it gives the name duro- in front of an equally complex Ibliodurus (<Ibili + duro).
b) In bilbiliz it puts the casual morpheme in a fossilized bi-member toponym of a previous stratum, one of whose components is il-: Bilbil-iz.
[First column modified to include relative instead of absolute chronology]
A hard change of paradigm
More effort did it cost me to accept that ub- is a dialectal variant of a known Indo-European word for “water, river”, of which previously knew three others: ap-, ab-, up-. The obviousness of the phonetic correlation ap- / ab- // up- / ub- together with the semantic link with rivers, which can be verified above all outside of Spain, but is also present in our Peninsula, forced my resistance little by little. And with it fell the first trench of the dogma, unshakable until that moment, that everything in the Peninsula in the south was to be non-Indo-European.
Along with this serial component, many other isolated place names were revealed as very likely of Indo-European etymology, both in the “Iberian” East and in the “Tartessian” South. So the ubiquity of Indo-European throughout the Peninsula began to impose itself to me painfully. I say painfully because I lacked a paradigm in which to fit the new perspective that was making its way into my mind, which was therefore suspended in nothing, without any theoretical support, leaving me with a feeling that I was losing my footing. And for a time I was reluctant to accept the profound implications that all of this had entailed.
All il languages, in any of their locations, exhibit a compositional behavior in hybrid toponymic syntagms that place them all in an intermediate position between the clearly [first/second layer] strata, with place-names for their human settlements semantically derived from water realities (ur), and those clearly attributable to the [fifth layer] with appellations derived from settlements in heights (briga, dunum). But in that intermediate segment of the column there are three strata: 1) il, 2) ip-, 3) tuk-. In Andalusia there is an additional one: the igi stratum, of opaque semantics, which immediately precedes the il stratum.
Hydronyms in -or-, -ur-.
To postulate that any of the toponymic strata of our column imply a new linguistic stratum, certain additional requirements will be necessary. One of them is that, in addition to the name in question, the languages involved should share other features that could not have been lent, such as the very precise order of elements in the compounds Toponym + Name coexisting with Name + Adjective. Or the sharing of additional lexical elements that are not usually subject to loans, such as the semantically basic adjectives beri «new» and bels «black».
Unfortunately, the toponymic method, like the Comparative Method itself, does not have the capacity to establish precise absolute chronologies. (…)
Linguistic chronology
Old European hydrotoponymy. Baltic data compensated. Statistical method Kriging.
In Europe (Hispania, South of France, Germania, British Isles, Baltic) the oldest stratum that can be identified is an indeterminable number of palaeo-varieties of the Indo-European macro-family, which do not have a direct local relationship with historical Indo-European languages, to the extent that we can verify. In fact, we have seen that stratigraphic signs lead us to consider the main Indo-European pre-Roman language of Hispania, the Celtic language, as a stratum after the il language, which in turn is later than the peninsular Indo-European palaeo-varieties.
In North Africa there is also a Palaeo-Indo-European stratum present. But there is also a very old non-Indo-European stratum whose identity I can not define through the material used. Nor has it been possible for me to establish relative antiquity of one and the other on African soil.
Another of the languages involved, which has il- as an appellation for “city” in the Southwest of Hispania and North Africa, could have some kind of kinship relationship with Basque on the one hand and the Iberian language on the other, but the same indirect form that I have just pointed out for the Indo-European palaeo-varieties with respect to the historical Indo-European languages. Or in other words: the language(s) of the place-names referred to in this work would be palaeo-varieties of a linguistic family to which two known historical languages, Iberian and Basque, may have belonged, although we can’t establish a relation of direct affiliation neither between those two historical languages among themselves, nor between any of them and the palaeo-varieties of the prehistoric toponymy.
In general, Celtic does not have in its historical territories the onomastic behavior of an ancestral language, but that of an intrusive language, whose presence there is not only more recent than other Indo-European varieties, but also after that of various non-Indo-European strata, which are themselves ranked between the oldest detected (Palaeo-Indo-European) and the last of Pre-Romans, which is Celtic itself. If we only detected two strata, the Indo-European and the Celtic ones, we could discuss if it is possible that both are one and the same, so that what we define as “Celtic” is nothing other than the modern in situ evolution of Palaeo-Indo-European. But examples like those of kiŕśiltiŕ, kerso-ialos, Cirsa or Itucodon, among many others analyzed throughout this book, make it unlikely. And, in addition, the mediation of several strata in the column between the Palaeo-Indo-European language of Cirsa, as well as the greater antiquity of the ip- and tuk- languages in Spanish, Gallic and British territory, defines the latter as a new and more recent layer than the aforementioned, which burst into its historical sites during the Iron Age.
Because Archaeology continues to deny the existence of population movements of a size worthy of consideration in the Iron Age, it is necessary to accept that the Indo-European Problem remains intact. It is understandable that before this aporia, many minds who are uncomfortable living with doubts, prefer to adopt a creed (the traditional, the Neolithic or the continuist) and expose it as a certainty to their students in the classrooms or their colleagues in conferences and publications. It’s not my case. For me, with Voltaire, “le doute est désagréable, mais la certitude est ridicule”. Or with Manzoni: “E men male l’agitarsi nel dubbio, che riposar nell’errore”.
Continue reading on European hydrotoponymy (II): Basques, Iberians, and Etruscans after Old Europeans.
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Inheritance Without our heritage we are nobody.
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ST GEORGE UNDER SIEGE 2: CLASSIC BOWLING CLUB TORCHED
On Sunday October 6 the classic Federation style St George Bowling Club on Harrow Road Bexley was burned down by vandals. Nearby residents awoke to see flames gutting the heritage listed building around 1.45am.
Three people, aged 19, 15, and 14 were arrested at the scene, but the 14 year old was subsequently released on a youth caution. A fourth man, 18, has also been charged with the arson attack.
The bowling club, founded in 1900 and relocated in 1919 due to railway expansion, had remained uninhabited and its greens overgrown for several years. At a time when bowling clubs are struggling to maintain membership, many are folding or seeking other options such as amalgamation. Two clubs in the St George/Sutherland region have sought amalgamation in the last year alone, while another, Mortdale Bowling Club, was closed and demolished last year. Others are left derelict such as the St George Bowling Club, and can easily become a target for vandals and arsonists.
It is upsetting to see any building lost to deliberate arson attack, but to see a beautiful and rare Federation example of a bowling club such as this go up in flames is devastating. As a result the area has lost one of its landmark buildings and heritage treasures.
Before the fire. Overgrown but still a grandiose building. Image online-utility
After the fire, walls and structure still appear sound.
Inheritance has requested the clubhouse be rebuilt.
Appropriate street name…
Bowling clubs are true community assets – they retain open space for recreational activity, and foster vital social gathering among residents. Not only that, they hark back to an Australian way of life quickly disappearing before our very eyes, and are often, as in this instance, architectural gems that warrant retention. Occupying large swathes of open real estate, they are also targeted by dozer-happy developers for ever-increasing medium density residential supply.
It is our opinion that the site of the St George Bowling Club should remain a public asset, and if not suitable as a bowling and recreational club, should be re-purposed for child care facilities or something similar. The fabric of the heritage clubhouse appears to have escaped the brunt of the fire, despite the interiors being gutted and the roof structure showing extensive signs of collapse. Being a double brick structure, the clubhouse could be re-built in the original style and used once again as a communal facility.
For it to be redeveloped as residential units would be a travesty for the community and send a very clear message to developers that they can get their right of way over publicly owned sites once a heritage building is vandalised or partially destroyed by fire.
Considering the state of the building, Inheritance has formally requested Mayor Shane O’Brien and Rockdale Council to rebuild the clubhouse as a heritage item for adaptive re-use as a club or childcare facility. At this stage we are awaiting response.
We also believe the state government should be adopting a strategic plan for the future of lawn bowling clubs if and when they should reach the end of their useful life as a club. This should be a statewide policy that prohibits private development on bowling club lands, instead preserving the community assets for what they were originally intended, public open space and/or public amenity. Anything less is a sell-out.
A nearby club at Hurstville was partially converted into a communal vegetable patch a few years ago, and a highly successful one at that. Many former clubs have been re-purposed as child care or elderly care facilities, many more have been sold out to private development, a point that may resonate with members of the 50-strong Sutherland Croquet Club who have practiced their game on the lawns next to Waratah Park, Sutherland for over thirty years, and have now been told that the grounds are being redeveloped for highrise of more than 500 units. See that sad story here.
The value of a simple bowling club cannot be overstated, as a place to get together, as a place to meet and greet, to share a laugh, a story, or a beer. A place for our elderly to congregate and play their sport, out in the open, in the fresh air, and live a more helathy lifestyle at a time when our medical professionals are trumpeting the virtues of activity and well-being… When or if population dynamics and financial pressures dictate that a club is no longer viable as a bowling club, then it should be re-purposed, to suit the next trending requirement. But it should always remain a public facility, with open space, community, and heritage in tact. More than anything it is public asset. And let’s not forget, once an asset like this is lost, it is lost for good.
As for the brainless vandals that caused the devastation to the St George Bowling Club, they will probably never know the full extent of the devastation they have caused…
This is what occupies the former club at Hurstville.
Former club grounds at Hurstville, now a thriving vege patch.
St George Bowling Club. Once a proud institution…
Photo Jack Hickson, 7 Aug 1954, archived State Library of NSW
A rare reminder of wonderful days gone past at the club…
Photo Ron Golding, 13 Aug 1955, archived State Library of NSW
Title image: still from video by Storm Pickett.
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2 responses to “ST GEORGE UNDER SIEGE 2: CLASSIC BOWLING CLUB TORCHED”
twentytwelveinpictures says : February 9, 2014 at 1:52 pm
The buildings have been demolished.
inheritanceorg says : February 9, 2014 at 3:51 pm
Thanks for the info. Very disheartening… I wrote to Mayor Shane O’Brien on behalf of Inheritance Society in an effort to secure some support for rebuilding of the club. I did have some level of faith in him as Mayor as I had met him previously and he does seem to have a fair liking within the community. Unfortunately he did not even grant us the decency of a response, and as a result he has shown his true colours with regards to heritage and the rampant overdevelopment in the St George area. It was a deeply disappointing affair. We will be outing him in the future as a failure of heritage protection at the local level.
The letter read as follows:
1. Recently the heritage listed St George Bowling Club was burned down by vandals. Unfortunately the club was vacant for many years and this went some way to influence the attack.
I recently had a look at the site and took photos, and we believe the heritage-listed Club House can and should be rebuilt. The foundations and most of the brickwork externally appear to have escaped much damage, the brunt of the fire affecting the interiors, roof beams and actual roof structure. Therefore Inheritance Society would like to ask council to rebuild using the existing structure. Funding for such a rebuild could come from leasing the new building as a childcare facility or new club, as well as utilising part of the land around for childcare or similar.
As a heritage society we are not against redevelopment of the site, but it must remain in the public interest and retain the heritage value of the site. If it means getting private money from utilising the site for child care or similar we agree in principle with that. However for a public site to become private residential development and the heritage building lost is unacceptable to the community.
2. Overdevelopment in general is a major concern to our society and the general community in Rockdale and surrounds. We could name numerous instances, but I would rather bring your attention to the Sutherland Shire draft LEP instance and the consequent shake up over that. Residents don’t want overdevelopment at the expense of lifestyle and heritage values. This will show itself time and time again.
3. Dunmore Street Bexley. Recently a beautiful Federation home was allowed to be demolished and residents are battling the plans for three townhouses on site in what is clearly a heritage precinct. Inheritance Society asks Rockdale Council to consider Dunmore Street and surrounds including the adjoining Forest Road to become Rockdale’s first designated heritage precinct. There would be much support within the community there as has been demonstrated before and currently.
If this is not done more heritage homes around the precinct will be lost to developers and heritage value of the area will decrease. Now is the time to act on this.
We are a progressive young minded group and we are trying to fight for our community, to keep our lifestyles and maintain heritage values within our area. We are open to discussion on the topic and non-political, but we have our aims and will try to follow these through. We are self-funded run only by donations and hopeful of grants in the future to forward our work. We hope to have dialogue with yourself and council in the future over these issues, and we hope council can adopt a more heritage-friendly stance with our input.
Inheritance Society.
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Archive for July 1st, 2008
BAILII: Recent Decisions
Published July 1, 2008 law reports Leave a Comment
High Court (Civil Division)
Persimmon Homes Teesside Ltd v Lewis, R (on the application of) [2008] EWCA Civ 746 (01 July 2008)
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Harris & Ors v The Society of Lloyd’s [2008] EWHC 1433 (Comm) (01 July 2008)
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“Europe’s top rights court ruled against the government on Tuesday for intercepting telephone calls between British and Irish rights groups and their clients, violating their right to privacy.”
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The Immigration and Nationality (Fees) (Amendment No. 2) Regulations 2008
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The Electoral Administration Act 2006 (Commencement No.1 and Transitional Provisions) (Northern Ireland) Order 2008
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All the Souls
Authors: Mary-Ann Constantine
Published by Seren
Drawing on the age-old appeal of folklore (and a good ghost story), this new collection of short fiction is centred around the act of collecting and recovering the past. As the rich, haunting stories unfold, there are dangerous obsessions with iconic, sacrosanct objects, and puzzling and poignant conversations with the other side.
Then, in the central novella ‘The Collectors’, two doctors and a folklorist meet in northern Brittany in 1898, determined to prove that the scourge of leprosy still exists. But their search soon draws them into a dark, watchful landscape where superstition is rife.
“A considerable achievement.”
Stevie Davies, New Welsh Review on The Breathing
Mary-Ann Constantine is a research fellow at Aberystwyth, specialising in Welsh and Breton Romanticism. Her short stories have appeared over a number of years in the New Welsh Review and Planet, and her first collection, The Breathing, was published by Planet in 2008.
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Gulfstream to Have Live Racing on New Year's Day
Both Florida thoroughbred tracks will be dark tomorrow, Monday Dec.31.
Gulfstream Park will have a special live racing card on Tuesday Jan.1 It will have ten races with first post of 12:35 p.m.
Gulfstream will then have its regular Wednesday through Sunday live racing schedule.
Tampa Bay Downs's next live race day will be Wednesday Jan. 2. It will have ten races with first post of 12:25 p.m.
Tampa Bay has live racing on Wednesdays, Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays.
The dirt is listed as Fast and the Turf is listed as Firm for Sunday's eleven-race card, with first post at 12:00 p.m.
The Weather Channel forecast is for a zero percent chance of rain during racing hours.
On Saturday at Gulfstream, Irad Ortiz, Jr. rode four winners.
That gives him 24 victories through the first 21 days of the championship meet, placing him second behind Luis Saez who has 28 wins.
Paco Lopez and Emisael Jaramillo have 16 wins each and are tied for third place.
Two of Ortiz's victories were in stakes races.
Those winners were: Breaking the Rules in the $75,000 Tropical Park Derby at 1 1/16 miles on turf for 3-year-olds; and Vision Perfect in the $75,000 Janus Stakes at five furlongs on turf for 3-year-olds and up.
Later on Sunday and on Monday, we will have more details and results on this weekend's Gulfstream races.
Race 6, 2:50 PM is our play of the day. (8) ROSEBUD'S HOPE is in a good spot to score again on the local lawn. She won easily by more than 3 lengths in her Tampa debut and earned an impressive figure back on opening day. Pablo Morales retains the mount for the red-hot Mike Stidham barn. If she runs back to her last effort she can beat this field of $32,000 Optional Claimers.
THE BET $10 to win on (8) ROSEBUD'S HOPE and a $2 exacta box with (5) CHIARA LUNA and (1) BONITA SPRINGS. 1,5,8. GOOD LUCK !!
PREVIOUS RESULTS Had some success yesterday and cleared a profit of $25.80.
Have recommended $418 in bets, $206.90 returned. The bankroll is down $211.10.
Four Turf Stakes Coming up at Gulfsdtream
Gulfstream Park is closing its 11-race Saturday card with four turf stakes races.
The course is listed as Firm. We will have coverage on this blog at the end of the race day.
*Eighth race -- $75,000 Tropical Parks Oaks, 3-YO fillies, 1 1/16 miles; rail at 36 feet, scheduled post 3:39 p.m.
*Ninth race -- $75,000 Via Borghese, 1 3/16 miles, F&M 3-YO and up, rail at 108 feet, scheduled post 4:10 p.m.
*Tenth race -- $100,000 H. Allen Jerrkens, 2 miles 3Y=O and up, rail at 36 feet scheduled post 4:21 p.m,
*11th race -- $75,000 Tropical Park Derby; 1 1/16 miles, 3 YO males, rail at 108 feet, scheduled post 5:12 p.m.
Saturday's Gulfstream: 11 Races with 12 PM Post
Gulfstream Park will host an 11 race card Saturday, with a 12:00 PM first post. Five stakes races are on the card, starting in race 4.
Friday's races included 11 races, with just three favorites entering the winners circle.
Ninety-nine starters ran for $359,000 in purse money under cloudy-firm track conditions. The late multiple race wagers paid rather well, as the last race winner, Oblio's Wish (25:1) bested the favorite, Mesa Madeira by a half length at the finish.
The late pick 4 paid $457, the late pick 5 paid $3,118, while the Rainbow 6 paid $4,876 to 12 winners.
The two carryovers today will be the Super Hi-5 in race #2 at approximately 12:35 PM post, and the Rainbow 6 at $25,075 starting in race 6 at near 2:37 PM.
Total all-sources handle was $9,684,323 Friday.
Today's play is in Race 8, a mile on the lawn for two-year-old $75,000 Optional Claiming Fillies. (6) DECORATED ACE appears to have an edge on her rivals here. She broke her Maiden condition in a Stake on the turf and has faced stakes foes twice since, finishing a good second last time, at today's distance. Leading jockey Samy Camacho retains the mount.
THE BET $10 to win on (6) DECORATED ACE and a $2 exacta box with (2) BEAUTIFY and (5) SURPRISE AGAIN. 2,5,6. GOOD LUCK !!
Previous Results Lost $22 on Friday. Have recommended $396 in bets, have $159.10 returned. The bankroll is down $236.90
Friday's Gulfstream Racing; Noon Post Time
Gulfstream Park plans 11 races Friday with a 12:00 PM first post.
The last race post is 5:12 PM. In Thursday’s racin action, 91 starters chased $373,500 in purse money on a cloudy and fast track conditions.
A couple of long-odds winners in the last 6 races resulted in a single winner for the Rainbow 6 wager, with a whale of a payoff of $288,350.74.
Races 5 and 9 were 14:1 and 30:1 odds leaving the gate. Fifty-eight horses races in the last 6 races, while 46 were included in the late Pick 5, which paid $11,844.
The Rainbow carryover coming into the day was $143,866, as bettors added $182,272 to the Friday pool. The payout was the carryover plus 80% of the new bets.
So there are no carryovers for Friday since the Super Hi-5 was hit in the last race (#10) paying $916.70. Total handle for Thursday was $9.424 million.
Be safe out there, and good luck !
Today's play is in Race 6, Post time 2:50 PM. (1) WHITEHEELGIRL at 15 to 1 on the morning line, is worth a bet here. She gets class relief as she faces NW3L claimers for the first time. Leading jock Samy Camacho rides and he and this sophomore lass beat a field of $40,000 Optional Claimers at this distance last Spring.
THE BET $10 to win on (1) WHITEHEELGIRL and a $2 exacta box with (7) LADY LOVE and (8) RADIANT BEAUTY. 1,7,8. Total Bet $22. GOOD LUCK!!
PREVIOUS RESULTS Lost $22 on Wednesday. Have recommended $374 in bets, have collected $159.10 back. The bankroll is down $214.90
Gulfstream: Three Thursday Carryovers
Gulfstream Park has three carryovers in its ten-race Thursday card.
First post is 12:35 p.m.
The dirt is listed as Fast and the turf is listed as Firm. The Weather Channel forecast is for a 20 percent chance of rain during racing hours.
The carryovers:
*Rainbow 6 --$143,865 on races five through ten with the sequence scheduled to start at 2:37 p.m.
*Late Pick 5 --$103,991 on races six to ten with the sequence set to start at 3:08 p.m.
*Super Hi-5 -- $4,824 on first race
BAUER'S BETS: Main Track Fast, Turf Good at Tampa
Today's play is in Race 7, Post time 3:17 PM. (5) MAGNIFIER should boss this bunch, he turned a impressive fig at 7 panels at Gulfstream on December 1. This six-year-old gelding from the powerful Jorge Navarro outfit nearly wired the field in a $110,000 restricted stake and today turns back to six and one-half furlongs and drops to face $12,500 Optional Claiming rivals.
THE BET $10 to win on (5) MAGNIFIER and a $2 exacta box with (4) NICK THE CARDSHARK and (7) WORBOTHER. 4,5,7. Total Bet $22
PREVIOUS RESULTS Lost $22 on Sunday. Have recommended $352 in bets, returns are $159.10.
The bankroll is down $192.90
Seventh Race is Radiostpete/HRFLA Feature On Tampa Bay Downs Wednesday Card
Tampa Bay Downs will have a ten-race card on Wednesday with first post at 12:17 p.m.
The seventh race is the Radiostpete feature race of the day, in conjunction with HorseRacingFLA.
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Our Wednesday feature seventh race is 6 1/2 furlongs on dirt for 3-YOs and up, and is a starter optional claiming race with a $17,200 purse.
On every Tampa Bay Downs race day, Radiostpete carries track announcer Richard Grunder's live call of at least one race.
Bauer, HorseRacingFLA handicapper and Tampa Bay editor, provides a real-time preview before and a real-time report after each Radiostpete race.
Bauer also provides a daily preview of the card and his picks for the feature race.
Radiostpete carries his reports at 8:10 a.m. and again at approximately 12:10 p.m. during newscasts on Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays.
On Sundays, the station carries his reports at approximately 9:10 a.m.during a newscast.
Gulfstream Rainbow 6 Carryover Grows to $111,212 for Wednesday
Gulfstream Park will have a Rainbow 6 carryover of $111,212 when it resumes racing on Wednesday.
First post is 12:00 p.m. for an 11-race card, with no stakes races.
The Rainbow 6 is on races six to eleven, with the sequence scheduled to start at 2:37 p.m. Those races have a total of 64 entrants, including also eligibles and main track only.
On Sunday the most recent race day, there were ten tickets with the winners of all six Rainbow 6 races. Each of those tickets received $10,409.72 on the 20-cent only bet.
The carryover coming into Sunday was $66,958.
Bettors added $185,916 to the Rainbow 6 pool. Of that Gulfstream took out 20 percent, divided 56 percent among the tickets with all six winners and added 24 percent to the carryover.
The winning combination was 5-6-4-1-9-7 on a day when the dirt was listed as Fast and the Turf was listed as Firm.
Two of the winning horses were favorites. But the number of Rainbow 6 winning tickets was relatively low because betting was spread out among 62 starters.
Gulfstream makes a Rainbow 6 jackpot payout only on days when there is just one ticket with all six winners and on pre-announced mandatory days when it divides the jackpot among multiple winning tickets.
The jackpot consists of 80 percent of the day's Rainbow 6 bet plus the entire incoming carryover.
BAUER'S BETS: Tampa Dirt Fast, No Turf Racing
Today's play is in Race 9, Post time 4:25 PM. A field of $25,000 Maiden claiming two-year -old fillies compete at five and one half furlongs.
(7) R PRECIOUS SEDONA appears to be the one to catch. She just missed in her debut at six panels and the turn-back today should really help her, as she figures to get an early lead. Dan Centeno rides for Gerald Bennett.
THE BET $10 to win on (7) R PRECIOUS SEDONA and a $2 exacta box with (9) SUM MO CASH and (4) FOXY SHOT. 4,7,9. Total Bet $22.
PREVIOUS RESULTS Lost $22 yesterday. Have recommended $330 in bets and have gotten $159.10 back. The bankroll is down $170.90.
Gulfstream Rainbow 6 Carryover Grows to $66,958.
By Jim Freer and Barry Unterbrink
Gulfstream Park will have a Rainbow 6 carryover of $66,598 on Sunday.
First post is 12:00 p.m. for an 11-race card.
The Rainbow 6 is on races six to eleven with the sequence scheduled to start at 2:32 p.m. The six races have a total of seventy entrants, including main track only and also eligibles.
Sunday's first race has a Super-Hi 5 carryover of $3,314.
There are no stakes races on the Sunday card.
Saturday Results
On Saturday, there were no tickets with the winners of all six Rainbow 6 races.
So, Gulfstream made its non-jackpot payoff to tickets with five winners.
There were 120 such tickets. Each was paid $704.72 on the 20-cent only bet.
A main reason there were no tickets with six winners was a pair Iongshot wins--Razorback Lady (6) at 36-1 in the eighth race (third leg) and Chief Exchanger (3) at 14-1 in the 11th race (sixth leg).
All four other winners were 8-1 or lower. That included Coal Front (11), at 9-5 in the tenth race $100,000 Mr. Prospector Stakes (Grade 3).
The winning numbers were 8-9-6-10-11-3.
Those results were on a day with the turf listed as firm and the dirt listed as fast.
Note: Five of Saturday's eleven races were 7 1/2 furlongs or longer on the turf. In just one of those races was the winner better than third after a half mile. That continued a pattern of speed generally not holding up well on the inner portion and outer part of the new turf course at Gulfstream.
There were 65 starters in Saturday's Rainbow 6 races.
The carryover coming in was $30,379..
Bettors added $150,938 to the Rainbow 6. Of that Gulfstream took out 20 percent, divided 56 percent among tickets with five winners and added 24 percent to the carryover.
Last Leg
Saturday's 11th and final race provided an example of how a bettor's hopes can be built up and then shattered in the closing leg of the Rainbow 6.
It was 1 1/8 miles on turf for 3-year-olds and up--a starter optional claiming race with a $31,320 purse. There were twelve starters.
There were 28 live tickets. Three of them had a horse singled--Barney Rebel (6), Gaultier (7) and All Go (10). None of those horses finished in the top five.
Chief Exchanger, with Irad Ortiz., Jr. riding, rallied from fifth place entering the stretch and beat the 2-1 second choice Who's Your Drama by three--quarters of a length. Race You Home (1), the 2-1 favorite, finished a neck behind in third.
If either favorite had won,there undoubtedly would have been multiple tickets with all six winners.
How It Works The Rainbow 6 jackpot consists of the entire coming--in carryover plus 80 percent of the day's new Rainbow 6 bet.
Gulfstream pays out the jackpot only on days with just one ticket with the winners of all six races, or on mandatory payout days (usually at the end of race meets) when it divides the jackpot among tickets with six winners.
The Rainbow 6 is a 20 cent per combination bet with multiple horses permitted in each race. For example, a ticket with two horses in each race has 64 combinations and costs $12.80.
Rainbow 6 Third Leg Won by Longshot
Through three legs of the Rainbow 6, here is what has happened today at Gulfstream.
Of note is that Razorback Lady (6) won the third leg/eighth race.
Program numbers of winning horses are in parentheses.
6th -- Why Trust (8) 8-1
7th -- Another (9) 3-1
8th -- Razorback Lady (6) 35-1
The carryover coming in was $30,937. Bettors added $150,956 to the Rainbow 6 pool.
We will have a recap at the end of the day.
Uno Mas Modelo Our Pick in Mr. Prospector
Saturday's feature race at Gulfstream is the $100,000 Mr. Prospector Stakes (Grade 3) at seven furlongs on dirt for 3-year-olds and up.
Scheduled post time is 4:36 p.m.
The track is listed as fast and there are eleven entrants, with no scratches thus far.
Our pick to win is Uno Mas Modelo, the 2-1 morning line favorite.
This 5-year-old gelded son of Macho Uno is coming off a win in the Claiming Crown Rapid Transit on Dec. 1--also at seven furlongs on the dirt at Gulfstream.
Albin Jimenez has the return mount for trainer Anthony Quartorolo and owner Loooch Racing.
Uno Mas Modelo has a late-running style, which should benefit him in the Mr. Prospector. Three of the other top contenders likely will battle each other for the early lead--setting the race up for closers.
Those speed horses are Coal Front (Todd Pletcher-John Velazquez), Kroy (Armando De La Cerda-Paco Lopez) and Conquest Big E (Donna Hurtak-Jose Ortiz).
Looch Racing and Quartorolo also have entered Storm Advisory, who could be a pace factor. Robby Albarado has the mount.
Sweetontheladies is a likely long-shot who should be considered for exotic bets. He is a closer who has hit the board in multiple graded stakes. Regular rider Marcos Meneses has the mount for trainer Henry Collazo.
1 -- Uno Mas Modelo (8)
2 -- Coal Front (11)
3 -- Sweetontheladies (1)
4 -- Kroy (2)
5 -- WIld Shot (7)
Recommended bets:
*$5 win and $5 show on 8
*$5 show on 1
*$1 exacta box on 1-2-8-11
The dirt is listed as Fast and the turf is listed asa Firm for Saturday's eleven-race card at Gulfstream Park.
First post is 12:00 p.m. The Weather Channel forecast is for a zero percent chance of rain during racing hours.
The carryover on the Rainbow 6 is $30,379. It is on races six to eleven.
The feature tenth race is the $100,000r. Prospector (Grade 3), at seven furlongs on dirt for 3-year-olds and up.
We will have coverage on this blog.
BAUER'S BETS: Tampa Dirt Good, No Turf Racing Today
The play of the day comes in Race 7, Post Time 3:20 PM, now at a mile and forty yards on the good main track. The choice (5) IRISH MAJOR looks best here no matter what the surface. He won his last start nicely on the Tampa lawn and has given a good account of himself on dirt with a win and a place in five starts. He appears to be in top form now for leading trainer Gerald Bennett and may a have an edge over these NW1X rivals.
THE BET $10 to win on (5) IRISH MAJOR AND a $2 exacta box with (1) NEW JERSEY JOHN and (6) FRED'STWIRLINCANDY. 1,5,6. GOOD LUCK!! SUNDAY RACING TOMORROW
PREVIOUS RESULTS Lost $22 on Wednesday, have recommended $308 in bets and have gotten back $159.10. The bankroll is down $148.90
Gulfstream's Saturday Racing
On Saturday, Gulfstream has an 11-race card with first post of 12:00 p.m.
The featured tenth race is the $100,000 Mr. Prospector Stakes at seven furlongs on dirt for 3-year-olds and up. The race has eleven entrants. We will have a preview on Saturday morning. Friday saw all 4 turf races moved to the main track, as rains soaked the turf on Thursday. The payouts were small as the high-odds winner was 7.7:1 in the 8th race.
The late Pick 4 and Pick 5 paid $157 and $751 respectively, while the Rainbow 6 paid $729 to about 55 winners. 73 starters ran with a handle of $6.64 million. The two carryovers Saturday will be the Super Hi-5 at $5,560 in race 1 barring any scratches, and $30,379 for the Rainbow 6 which starts with race at a 2:32 PM Post time. Races 2,4,7,8,9 and 11 are planned for the turf.
On Sunday, Gulfstream has an eleven-race card with first post of 12:00 p.m. There are no stakes races on the card.
Gulfstream will be dark for racing this coming Monday, Christmas Eve, and this coming Tuesday, Christmas Day.
The Equibase web site shows that no North American thoroughbred tracks will be open for live racing either day.
However, the Gulfstream casino will be open on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day – just like most if not all other casinos in South Florida.
Gulfstream has live racing each Wednesday through Friday. It will add a live race day on Tuesday, Jan. 1st.
Gulfstream Friday Rainbow 6 Carryover is $12,764
Gulfstream Park has a ten-race card on Friday with first post of 12:35 p.m.
The carryover on the Rainbow 6 is $12,764. It will be on races five through ten, with the sequence set to begin at 2:35 p.m.
There are no stakes races on the Friday card.
*On Wednesday the Rainbow 6 was hit by a single ticket for the first time in the first 13 race days of the championship meet that began on Dec. 1. It paid $580,349 on the 20-cent only bet.
On Thursday, Gulfstream began a new Rainbow 6 pool, with betting of $53,160.
There were nine tickets with winners of all six races. Each received $3,306.56 on the 20-cent only bet.
Gulfstream took out 20 percent of Thursday's Rainbow 6 bet, divided 56 percent among the winning tickets and put 24 percent into a new carryover.
*On Saturday, Gulfstream has an 11-race card with first post of 12:00 p.m.
The featured tenth race is the $100,000 Mr. Prospector Stakes at seven furlongs on dirt for 3-year-olds and up. The race has eleven entrants. We will have a preview on Saturday morning.
*On Sunday, Gulfstream has an eleven-race card with first post of 12:00 p.m. There are no stakes races on the card.
Gulfstream will be dark for racing this coming Monday, Christmas Eve, and this coming Tuesday, Christmas Da
However, the Gulfstream casino will be open on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day--just like most if not all other casinos in South Florida.
Gulfstream has live racing each Wednesday through Friday. It will add a live race day on Tuesday, Jan.1.
BAUER'S BETS: TAMPA BAY DOWNS CANCELS FRIDAY RACING
The Downs will not operate for racing or training tomorrow due to the huge storm that hit on Thursday.
Racing is scheduled to resume on Saturday.
Rainbow 6 Opener Won by 17-1 Shot
Four Knights (7) at 17-1 won Wednesday's fifth race to start the Rainbow 6 at Gulfstream Park.
The carryover coming was $406,116. Bettors added $215,3303 to the Rainbow 6 pool.
If there is just one ticket with all six winning horses, it will pay about $575,000--the entire carryover plus 80 percent of the new Rainbow 6 bet.
Barring more scratches,there are 57 starters in the final five races.
We will have a recap this evening.
The dirt is listed as Fast and the turf is listed as Firm for Gulfstream Park's ten-race Wednesday card, with first post at 12::335 p.m.
The carryover on the Rainbow 6 has grown to $406,116.
It is on races five through ten with the sequence scheduled to start at 2:33 p.m.
We expect that more than $100,000 will be bet on the Rainbow 6. That is a large total for a Wednesday in December.
However, the carryover has reached a size where some so-called syndicates are no doubt betting heavily--including going deep in many races.
That lessens the prospects of a "blue collar bettor" hitting the jackpot with a lone ticket that has all six Rainbow 6 winners.
But keep in mind that even with the 20 percent takeout and 24 percent add-to-carryover, 56 percent of the day's bet goes back to holders among the multiple winning tickets.
Thus, if you have a longshot or two that comes in you have a chance of being among winners who could have a ticket worth $10,000 or more.
--Jim Freer and Barry Unterbrink
BAUER'S BETS: Dirt Fast, Turf Good, RACE 6 OFF TURF
Just my luck that our bet of the day got scratched when Race 6 came off the grass. We now have a field of $32,000 Maiden Claimers going a Mile and Forty yards on the fast dirt.
(3) FORT DESOTO has turned in a pair of place finishes under these very conditions, a turf route moved to the main track. A repeat of either effort could beat this bunch.
THE BET $10 to win on (3) FORT DESOTO and a $2 exacta box with (2) FIRES WILD and (7) KAPALU 2,3,7. Total Bet $22. GOOD LUCK!!
PREVIOUS RESULTS Lost $66 on the off track Saturday. Have recommended $286 in bets, returns are $159.10. The bankroll is down $126.90
Gulfstream Starts Week with $406,116 Rainbow 6 Carryover
Gulfstream Park and Tampa Bay Downs will resume racing on Wednesday, both with ten-race cards.
First post at Tampa Bay is 12:25 p.m. The day's only carryover is $4,847 on the Super Hi-5 in the first race.
First post at Gulfstream is 12:35 p.m The card's only carryover is $406,116 on the Rainbow 6. It is on races five through ten, with the sequence scheduled to start at 2:35 p.m. for the 20-cent per combination only bet.
Wednesday is the 13th day of the 2018-2019 championship meet.
HorseracingFLA has been monitoring Gulfstream handle, via Equibase charts, since August 2015.
Our research shows that the current carryover is the largest during that period after thirteen days of a Gulfstream sponsored meet--championship, spring, summer and Gulfstream Park West (Calder).
The carryover has grown because thus far there have been no days with the jackpot payoff requirement of just one ticket with the winners of all six Rainbow 6 races.
The jackpot consists of the entire coming-in carryover plus 80 percent of the day's new Rainbow 6 bet.
On other days Gulfstream takes out 20 percent of the day's bet, divides 56 percent among tickets with the most winners (usually six) and adds 24 percent to the carryover.
Gulfstream this week will have its regular Wednesday through Sunday racing schedule.
The only stakes race during the period will be Saturday with the $100,000 Mr. Prospector at seven furlongs on dirt for 3-year-olds and up.
Gulfstream will be dark on Christmas Eve, next Monday, and Christmas Day, next Tuesday.
Tampa Bay Downs
Tampa Bay this week will add Sunday to its live racing schedule.
It will have live racing each Wednesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday through May 5.
Tampa Bay will be dark next Monday, Christmas Eve, and Tuesday, Christmas Day.
Gulfstream Off the Turf for Sunday
At Gulfstream Park, all of Sunday's scheduled--for-turf races have been moved tothe dirt track that is listed as fast.
Skies are clear. But the turf remains wet following Saturday's rain.
The Rainbow 6 carryover is $368,877. It is on races six to eleven with the sequence set to begin at 2:32 p.m.
Races six, seven, nine and eleven have been moved off the turf.
Gulfstream Saturday Stakes Preview
Conditions are fast and firm at Gulfstream Park for Saturday's 11-race card that has first post at 12:00 p.m.
The Weather Channel forecast is for the chance of thunder storms to grow from 10 percent at the start of the race day to 50 percent by 5 p.m.
The card has five stakes races -- all graded.
Stakes action begins with the fifth race -- the Hal's Hope (Grade 3) at 1 1/6 miles on dirt for 3-YO and up. The field has just six entrants.
The heavy favorite will be Audible, the winner of this year's Florida Derby and third place finisher in the Kentucky Derby.
The other stakes races are, in this order:
*8th --Rampart (Grade3) at one mile on dirt for fillies and mares 3-YO and and up
*9th --- My Charmer (Grade 3) at one mile on turf for fillies and mares 3-YO and up
*10th -- Sugar Swirl (Grade 3) at six furlongs on dirt for fillies and mares 3-Y0 and up
*11th -- Fort Lauderdale (Grade 2) at 1 1/8 miles on turf for 3-YO and up
We will have stories with results and analysis on Saturday night and on Sunday.
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BAUER'S BETS: 4 Stakes Races Today, No Turf Racing, Main Track Sloppy
Stakes action begins in Race 4, The $125,000 City of Ocala Sire Stakes for sophomore fillies at seven furlongs. Post is 1:50 PM.
THE BET $10 to win on (7) FLORIDA FUEGO and a $2 exacta box with (2) BROADWAY RUN and (6) AWESOME MASS 2,6,7 $Total Bet $22
Next in Race 6, Post 2:50 PM is The $100,000 Sandpiper Stakes for two-year-olds at six furlongs.
THE BET $10 to win on (3) MERCUSIO and a $2 exacta box with (4) XY SPEED and (6) DAZZLING TRUTHS, 3,4,6. Total Bet $22
Race 7, Post 3:20 PM is the seven furlong $100,000 Marion County Florida Sire Stakes for three-year-olds.
THE BET $10 to win on (2) WORLD OF TROUBLE (Best Bet) and a $1 trifecta key 2 with 1,5,7,8 with 1,5,7,8. Total Bet $22
Stakes wrap up with Race 9, Post 4:20 PM.
The $100,000 Sandpiper Stakes features two-year-old fillies at six furlongs.
THE BET $10 to win on (10) LOVESICK and a $1 trifecta key 10 with 3,4,5,7 with 3,4,5,7. Total Bet $22.
Previous Results Lost $22 yesterday. Have recommended $220 in bets,$147.10 returned. The Bankroll is down $72.90.
BAUER'S BETS: Heavy Rain in Tampa Today, No Turf Racing
Today's play is in Race 6, Post time is 2:50 PM. (5) GUSTY WIND gets my vote in this field of $8,000 NW3L claimers.
This sophomore gelding from the powerful Kathleen O'Connell barn has last season's top jock Antonio Gallardo aboard. He turns back from a two-turn route last time to one turn sprint at seven furlongs today. This one has run well in the past at a flat mile, the seven panels should suit and he has won on an off track, which we are sure to see today.
THE BET $10 to win on (5) GUSTY WIND and a $2 exacta box with (1) SALSA LANE and (3) KING DUDE OF OCALA, 1,3,5. Total Bet $22. GOOD LUCK!!
PREVIOUS RESULTS Lost $22 on Wednesday. Have recommended $198 in bets and collected $147.10 in returns. The bankroll is down $50.90
BAUER'S BETS: Dirt is Fast, No Turf Racing
All races will be run on the fast Main Track, due to heavy rain earlier this week.
Today's play is in Race 8, Post time is 3:55 PM. (8) RATTLESNAKE ROSE appears to be the one to beat here. She is rounding into form now for top trainer Gerald Bennett. She has always been in the money in a trio of starts under Dan Centeno. She has a key rival in (9) KAU who was only a nose behind our choice in their last encounter. Red hot Samy Camacho gets aboard today. She could show improvement this afternoon.
THE BET $10 to win on (8) RATTLESNAKE ROSE and a $3 exacta box with (9) KAU. 8,9. Also, a $1 exacta box with those two and (4) VALID INTEREST, who should be a price and add some value to the exacta. 4,8,9. Total Bet $22. GOOD LUCK!!
PREVIOUS RESULTS Lost $22 on Saturday. Have recommended $176 in bets and collected $147.10 back, a loss of $28.90.
Gulfstream Rainbow 6 Carryover Grows to $197,570 Amid 20 Percent Rise in Total Handle
After seven racing days of Gulfstream Park's 2018-2019 championship meet, the Rainbow 6 carryover is growing at an extremely fast pace amid a 20 percent increase in total handle--from a daily average of $7.0 million to $8.4 million.
That carryover is $197,570 as racing resumes at Gulfstream on Wednesday. First post is 12:35 p.m. for a 10-race card.
The Rainbow 6 is on races five through ten, with the sequence scheduled to start at 2:33 p.m.
HorseRacingFLA has been using Equibase charts to monitor daily handle at Gulfstream meets since August 2015.
Our review shows that the current $197,570 Rainbow 6 is the largest after seven days of any Gulfstream meet during that period. That includes the Gulfstream Championship, Spring and Summer meets and the Gulfstream Park West meet which is run at Calder.
Our review also shows that daily average betting on races at Gulfstream rose from $7.0 million for the first seven days of the 2017-2018 championship meet to $8.4 million for the first seven days of the current meet.
Thus Gulfstream is off to a fast start in possibly topping its record $10.6 million daily average for total handle (all-sources handle)--set in the 2017-2018 championship meet.
Later this week, we will have a story with additional details about Gulfstream handle.
The Rainbow 6 carryover has grown because in the current meet there have been no days with the jackpot payoff requirement of just one ticket with the winners of all six Rainbow 6 races.
The jackpot consists of the entire coming-in carryover plus 80 percent of the day's new Rainbow 6 bets.
On days with multiple winning Rainbow 6 tickets Gulfstream takes out 20 percent of the bet, divides 56 percent among tickets with the most winners (usually six) and adds 24 percent to the carryover.
On Sunday, Gulfstream's most recent day, there were 23 tickets with all six winners. Each was paid $3,028.28 on the 20-cent only bet.
The carryover coming in was $165,448. Bettors added $123,858 to the Rainbow 6 pool.
The winning combination was 7-4-2-6-6-3. Two winners were favorites and the other four were sent off at 5-1 or lower.
Three of the Rainbow 6 races were scheduled for turf, but due to morning rain were run on the dirt track that was listed as good.
Ten horses were scratched because of the surface switch. The six races still had a total of 52 starters--for a relatively high average of 8.7 per race.
On Wednesday the Rainbow 6 races have 67 entrants, including Main Track Only and Also Eligible.
The feature ninth race iis five furlongs on turf for 3-year-olds and up. It has a $40,000 purse and a$16,000 optional claiming price. There are ten entrants, including Trev who is main track only and the likely favorite if the race is switched to that surface
The Rainbow 6 is a 20-cent per combination only bet. Multiple horses may be included in each race. For example,a ticket with two horses in each race has 64 combinations and costs $12.80..
Horse Racing FLA and Radio St. Pete Renew Racing Coverage
For the second straight season, Radiostpete and HorseracingFLA (HRFLA) are providing live daily coverage of thoroughbred racing at Tampa Bay Downs in Oldsmar, Fla.
On each racing day, Internet station Radiostpete https://radiostpete.com/ will carry track announcer Richard Grunder's live call of Tampa Bay Downs's feature race.
Bob Bauer, HRFLA handicapper and Tampa Bay editor, will provide a preview as the horses go to the post and a recap within minutes after that "race of the day."
On days when Tampa Bay Downs has stakes races, Radiostpete will have that same coverage on all of those stakes.
Each race day, Radiostpete will carry Bauer's preview of the Tampa Bay Downs race card. His reports will air at approximately 8:10 a.m. and 12:10 p.m. on Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays. On Sundays, his reports will air at approximately 9:10 a.m. and 12:10 p.m.
Bauer is a former director of publicity at Tampa Bay Downs and a former racing writer for the St. Petersburg Times.
Tampa Bay Downs has racing on Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays through Saturday Dec. 22.
It will add Sundays to that schedule on Dec. 23, and will then have racing on Wednesdays and Fridays through Sundays until May 5.
About HorseracingFLA
HorseRacingFLA's Web site and blog provide daily coverage of racing at Gulfstream Park and overage of the business of Florida horse racing.
"We began operations in 2014 because we and others saw that daily newspapers and other media outlets have been reducing their coverage of thoroughbred racing in Florida and around the country," said HorseRacingFLA editor Jim Freer. "We are pleased that Radiostpete is again joining us to help fill that void."
About Radiostpete
RadioStPete.com was founded in 2013 to provide extensive local coverage of events, news and people making news. The station offers music variety too, as well as news from the Voice of America and other sources.
RadioStPete attracts a wide audience worldwide including "snow birds" and others with affiliation to Tampa Bay.
The station can be heard online at www.RadioStPete.com. Listeners can also download free "RadioStPete Tampa Bay:" apps to listen on phones or tablets or find the station on the Tunein and Simple Radio Internet Radio apps. Most recently, RadioStPete became available on all enabled speakers and headphones and in cars on Apple Carplay.
Most "Race of The Day" live race calls are also archived in the RadioStPete.com, Podcast Archive and at Tampa Bay Podcasts.com and distributed on Twitter.
"Horse Racing is fun and interesting with a great history worldwide with millions of fans," said Joe Bourdow, founder and general manager of Radiostpete.
"We are bringing back a feature that was on radio for years," he added. "Tampa Bay Downs is iconic and has its own great history. We are excited to see the audience grow as racing fans get used to hearing racing again on radio."
Florida Tracks' Saturday Preview
Gulfstream Park has an 11-race card on Saturday with first post of 11:50 p.m.
Tampa Bay Downs has a ten-race Saturday card, with first post of 12:38 p.m.
There are no stakes races on the Tampa Bay card.
On the second race, there is a Super Hi-5 carryover of $1,236.
All of Gulfstream's Saturday races are stakes.
Races one through six are for 2-year-olds, all with $75,000 purses.
The fields have numerous horses that likely will race in graded stakes at Gulfstream as 3-year-olds in 2019.
Races seven through eleven are the five stakes races in the annual Clasico del Caribe, which Gulfstream is holding for the second straight year.
The horses in those races are registered in Puerto Rico or in six Latin American and Caribbean nations.
Gulfstream has a Rainbow 6 carryover of $123,877 starting on the sixth race.
On the first race it has a Super Hi-5 carryover of $1,938.
Today's play is in Race 4, 6 furlongs on the dirt for NW2L $8,000 claimers. Post time is 2:08 PM.
(4) SWEET TEA JACK appears to be in a good spot in here. Red hot rider Samy Camacho rode this gelding in a trio of starts at Gulfstream Park West and stays on as this one makes his Tampa debut for trainer Monte Thomas.(Currently winning at a 50% clip, 2 for 4). Looks to be the one to catch.
THE BET $10 to win on (4) SWEET TEA JACK and a $2 exacta box with (6) OLLIVANDER and
(2) WILD WIGGLIN JACK. 2,4,6. Total Bet $22.
PREVIOUS RESULTS Lost $22 yesterday. We have recommended $154 in bets and have collected $147.10 back, a loss of $6.90 or 4%
Today's play is in Race 9, Post time is scheduled for 4:22 PM. A field of $16,000 NW2L claimers go a mile on the sod.
There is alot to like in (6) FOX STRIKE, this sophomore gelding is dropping to face the easiest bunch in his career. He had been racing with $40,000 foes in his last three outings.
The class relief and being reunited with veteran rider Jesus Castenon (3 trips on Tampa grass last season, 1 win, 1 place, 1 show) might be all he needs.
THE BET $10 to win on (6) Fox Strike and a $2 exacta box with (8) SPACE SHUTTLE and (10) MY RULES. 6, 8,10. GOOD LUCK!!
WAGERING UPDATE- Through Wednesday December 5, we have recommended $132 in bets. The return is $147.10, a profit of $15.10 a return of 11.4 %
Gulfstream Park will run 10 races Thursday, with a first post of 12:35 PM. Turf races will make up half the starts, with races 4,5,6,8,10 planned for the grass.
Race 5 starts the late action with the Rainbow 6 wager, at approximately 2:33 PM. The sole carryover is the Rainbow, with an $65,441 jackpot resulting in three days of carryovers early in the Championship meet.
On Wednesday, 10 races were run, with 91 starters leaving the gate. The betting pool was $85,032, resulting in 5 winners on the Rainbow, each pocketing $10,000.74.
Fifty-eight horses ran the last 6 races, and the high-odds winner for the Rainbow wager was race 7 @ 16:1 when Winning Game won by a head in the field of 12.
With that odds-buster, the late pick 4 and pick 5 paid nicely too: $1,693 and $9,130 respectively.
Total track handle from all sources was $5,637,861.
Today's play for today is in Race 5. Post time 2:25 PM. A group of ten $16,000 claimers will go a mile on the lawn at the NW2L level.
(2) CHILLING SECRET may have an edge in this event, he appears to the lone early speed. If pilot Pedro Cotto Jr. gets him away leaving the gate, this one can have a ground saving trip on the lead and might wire this bunch. Had a bullet work on 11/28, breezing 3 furlongs in 36. flat.
THE BET $10 to win on (2) CHILLING SECRET,
a $2 exacta box with (3) WHISTLE BLOWER and (7) PARADISE ISLAND 2,3,7. Total Bet $22.
PREVIOUS RESULTS Played a pair of races last Saturday. Collected a chalky win and exacta, when our choice in race 3, VISION PERFECT paid $3.20 for the win and keyed a $9.60 exacta. the profit was $3.60.
We bet $22 in race 5, but didn't cash.
Florida Tracks' Carryovers for Wednesday
Gulfstream Park and Tampa Bay Downs will resume racing on Wednesday afternoon.
Gulfstream has a ten-race card with first post of 12:35 p.m.
The carryover on the Rainbow 6 is $45,040. It is on races five through ten with the sequence set to begin at 2:33 p.m.
On the second race there is a carryover of $2,167 on the Super Hi-5.
At Tampa Bay, first post is 12:25 p.m. for a nine-race card.
On the first race there is a Super Hi-5 carryover of $6,171.
Gulfstream has live racing on Wednesdays through Sundays.
Tampa Bay has live racing on Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays. It will add Sundays starting Dec. 23.
BAUER'S BETS: DOUBLE STAKES ACTION
Saturday has a pair of $100,000 Stakes Races featuring speedsters going five furlongs on the lawn.
Race 3 is the Turf Dash Stakes, which could be a two horse race between (7) PAY ANY PRICE and (9) VISION PERFECT. I prefer the latter as he has beaten the former in a past encounter and then went on to win a Grade 3 event. (1) TRICKS TO DOO and (3) WEATHER REPORT are contenders and should be used in exactas.
THE BET: $10 to win on (9) VISION PERFECT and $2 exactas with the other runners, up and down. 9 with 1,3,7 and 1,3,7 with 9. Total Bets $22
Race 5 is the Lightning City Stakes, (6) BROADWAY RUN is going into this contest off a series of nine works since Sept. 7 and looks to be primed for a big effort under Antonio Gallardo. Top rivals appear to be (1) MIZ MAYHAM, (4) MORTICIA and (11) SMILING CAUSEWAY.
THE BET: $10 to win on (6) BROADWAY RUN and $2 exactas up and down with the others.
6 with 1,4,11 and 1,4,11 with 6. Total Bets $22
YESTERDAYS RESULTS: (8) Game Lad, our choice won and paid $5.20, giving back $27. The $2 exacta 8-1 paid $22, showing a profit of $27. Total profit is now $58.80 GOOD LUCK!!
BAUER'S BETS: IMPORTANT UPDATE
Our choice in Race 4 (9) BLACK PRONG was scratched at 9:48 AM as was (7) UPPER CROWN.
THE REVISED BET: $10 to win on (8) GAME LAD. Last season's champion trainer Gerald Bennett gives a leg up to top jock Antonio Gallardo. This five-year-old likes the Tampa lawn and was claimed by Bennett out his last race and would be no surprise here. Also play a $2 exacta box with (1) COMPLETELY BONKERS and (2) OUSBY. 1,2,8. TOTAL BET: $22 GOOD LUCK!
Tampa Bay Downs ten race card kicks off at 12:40 PM. Partly sunny in the low 70's is the forecast.
Today's bet of the day is in Race 4, Post time is scheduled for 2:09 PM. A field of ten $16,000 Claimers will travel eight and one half furlongs on the grass. A case could be made for several contenders.
(9) BLACK PRONG has a few things going for him today. He has won on the Tampa Turf before and he ships back here after an impressive win on the Gulfstream West sod under Sammy Camacho, back on October 27th. The four-year-old earned a huge speed figure for that effort and Camacho returns today. A repeat of their last race can put them back in the winners circle this afternoon.
THE BET: $10 to win on (9) BLACK PRONG and a $2 exacta box with (8) GAME LAD and (2) OUSBY 2,8,9. Total Bet: $22
PREVIOUS RESULTS-So far, so good. Have had two winners in as many days. Total bets were $44, we got back $75.80, a profit of $31.80
GOOD LUCK TODAY!!
Handicapper Bauer off to Winning Start
HorseracingFLA handicapper Bob Bauer is off to a winning start in our "race of the day" feature at Tampa Bay Downs.
Through two race days, he has recommended $44 in bets--which produced a total payoff of $75.80. That is an 81.4 percent return on investment.
On Saturday Nov. 24 in the ninth race, Bauer suggested a $10 win bet on Rosebud's Hope. That horse won at 4-1 odds, and returned $51.00 on Bauer's bet. He also recommended an exacta box, investing $12, that did not pan out.
On Wednesday, Bauer suggested a $10 win bet on Russian Roulette in the third race. As the 3-5 favorite, she won and paid $19.00 on the $10 bet.
Bauer, HorseracingFLA's Tampa Bay editor also had Russian Roulette in a three-horse $2 exacta box. It came through with two low-odds horses and paid $5.80.
Bauer will post his race of the day on each racing morning at Tampa Bay Downs.
Should be a good racing day in Oldsmar with clear and cool weather. First post is 12:25 PM for the nine race card.
My Best Bet is in Race 3, a 6 Furlong, $16,000 Maiden Claimer. (3) RUSSIAN ROULETTE should graduate today if she runs back to her debut at Gulfstream, where she lost by only a nose. Red-hot Sammy Camacho rode her that day and returns today. Camacho won a pair of races on opening day, last Saturday.
THE BET: Play RUSSIAN ROULETTE (3) to win and an exacta box with VALLEY GIRL (2) and PHYLLIS DRILLER (6). 2,3,6.
GP West Rainbow 6 Pays $1,464.
The payoff on the Rainbow 6 at the Gulfstream Park West meet was $1,464.30 on Sunday, the closing day of the meet that was held at Calder in Miami Gardens.
The attraction of a mandatory payout drew $637,163 of new bets into the Rainbow 6. The carryover coming in was $123,189.
There were 403 tickets with the winning horses on the 20-cent per combination only bet, according to calculations by HorseracingFLA.
Post position numbers of the winning horses were 8-4-5-4-4-9. Four winners were favorites and the other two winners had odds of 5-2 and 7-1.
The betting pool was the highest in the Rainbow 6 at the 40-day GP West meet, and far surpased last year's final day at G.P. West.
Meet sponsor Gulfstream Park had a mandatory payout of the full coming-in carryover plus 80 percent of the day's new Rainbow 6 bets.
A Florida law prohibits pari-mutuels from extending a carryover into a succeeding meet. Gulfstream on Saturday Dec.1 will open its 2018-2019 championship meet at its track in Hallandale Beach.
On non-mandatory days, Gulfstream pays out the Rainbow 6 jackpot only if there is just one ticket with six winners.
When there are no such tickets on non-mandatory days Gulfstream takes out 20 percent of the day's Rainbow 6 bets, divides 56 percent among multiple tickets with the most winners (usually six) and adds 24 percent to the carryover.
GP West Rainbow 6 Coming Up with Mandatory Payout
The fifth race, with scheduled post of 2:30 p.m. is coming up at the Gulfstream Park West mett's closing day.
It will be the start if tne Rainbow 6, with a guaranteed payout no matter how many tickets have allsix winners
GP West Has $123,819 Rainbow 6 Carryover on Mandatory Payout Sunday
The Gulfstream Park Rainbow 6 will have a carryover of $123,819 on Sunday - the closing day of its meet run at Calder in Miami Gardens.
Meet sponsor Gulfstream Park will have mandatory payouts on the Rainbow 6, the Late Pick 5 and on the tenth and last race's Super Hi-5.
First post is 12:30 p.m. for a ten-race card. The Rainbow 6, a 20-cent per combination only bet, is on races five through ten with the sequence scheduled to start at 2:30 p.m.
Gulfstream on Dec. 1 will open its 2018-2019 championship meet at its track in Hallandale Beach.
A Florida law prohibits a pari-mutuel from extending a carryover into a next race meet.
HorseracingFLA's review of Rainbow 6 data indicates that $500,000 or more could be added to the pool on Sunday, as bettors chase the Rainbow 6 jackpot.
The jackpot consists of the full carryover plus 80 percent of the day's new Rainbow 6 bet.
On Sunday, Gulfstream will payout the jackpot no matter the number of tickets with all six winning horses.
On most days, it pays out the jackpot only if there is just one ticket with all six winners.
If there are multiple winning tickets on such days, Gulfstream takes out 20 percent, divides 56 percent among tickets with the most winners and adds 24 percent to the carryover.
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The 5th JCP Annual Awards Nominations
The Java Community ProcessSM (JCPSM) program will be presenting the fifth annual JCP Program Awards at the JCP Community Event on 9 May during the 2007 JavaOne Conference. These six awards are in the categories of JCP Member of the Year, JCP Participant of the year, Most Outstanding Spec Lead for Java Standard Edition/Enterprise Edition, Most Outstanding Spec Lead for Java Micro Edition, Most Innovative JSR for Java Standard Edition/Enterprise Edition, and Most Innovative JSR for Java Micro Edition. The nominations are made by the Executive Committees, and the winner in each category is determined by Executive Committee vote. Descriptions for each of these categories follow the list of this year's nominations. Here are the nominees:
JCP Member of the Year
Apache Software Foundation (Winners)
Orange France
JCP Participant of the year
Wayne Carr (Winners)
Jean-Marie Dautelle
Doug Lea
Most outstanding Java SE/EE Spec Lead
Alan Bateman (JSR 203 - JSR 203: More New I/O APIs for the JavaTM Platform ("NIO.2") )
Nasir Khan (Winners) (JSR 289 - SIP Servlet v1.1)
David Nuescheler (JSR 283 - Content Repository for JavaTM Technology API Version 2.0)
Most outstanding Java ME Spec Lead
Shai Gotlib (JSR 190 - Event Tracking API for J2ME)
Mike Milikich (Winners) (JSR 271 - Mobile Information Device Profile 3)
Antti Rantalahti and Ivan Wong (JSR 272 - Mobile Broadcast Service API for Handheld Terminals)
Most Innovative Java SE/EE JSR
JSR 299 - Web Beans
JSR 308 - Annotations on Java Types (Winners)
JSR 309 - Media Server Control API
Most Innovative Java ME JSR
JSR 298 - Telematics API for Java ME
JSR 300 - DRM API for Java ME
JSR 307 - Network Mobility and Mobile Data API (Winners)
Description of the JCP Award Categories
JCP Member Of The Year - This award recognizes the corporate or individual member who has made the most significant positive impact on the community in the past year. Leadership, investment in the community, and innovation are some of the qualities that EC Members look for in voting for this award.
JCP Participant of the year - (new category in 2007) - This award recognizes the corporate or individual member participant (individual name) who has made the most significant positive impact on the community in the past year. Leadership, technical contribution and innovation are some of the qualities that EC Members look for in voting for this award.
Outstanding Java SE/EE Spec Lead - The role of Spec Lead is not an easy one, and the person who takes that responsibility must be, among other things, technically savvy, able to build consensus in spite of diverse corporate goals, and focused on efficiency and execution. This award recognizes the person who has brought together these qualities the best in the past year, in leading a JSR for the Java Standard Edition or Java Enterprise Edition communities.
Most Innovative Java SE/EE JSR - Innovation is key to the success of the JCP and helps ensure we remain a fresh and vibrant community. This award recognizes the Spec Lead and Expert Group that have introduced the most innovative new JSR for the Java Standard Edition or Java Enterprise Edition communities in the past year.
Outstanding Java ME Spec Lead - The role of Spec Lead is not an easy one, and the person who takes that responsibility must be, among other things, technically savvy, able to build consensus in spite of diverse corporate goals, and focused on efficiency and execution. This award recognizes the person who has brought together these qualities the best in the past year, in leading a JSR for the Java Micro Edition community.
Most Innovative Java ME JSR - Innovation is key to the success of the JCP and helps ensure we remain a fresh and vibrant community. This award recognizes the Spec Lead and Expert Group that have introduced the most innovative new JSR for the Java Micro Edition community in the past year.
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In The Shadow Of His Wings-nina Smit
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Neuromuscular Medicine Fellowship Opportunity
UC Davis Neuromuscular Medicine Fellowship
Fellowship - Experienced
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The UC Davis ACGME-accredited Neuromuscular Medicine Fellowship is a one-year fellowship focused on the diagnosis and clinical management of patients with neuromuscular disorders, and electrodiagnostic medicine. The program is designed to provide advanced knowledge and experience in the subspecialty practice of neuromuscular and electrodiagnostic medicine beyond that expected of a general physiatrist. The fellowship includes a broad clinical experience in both inpatient and outpatient settings and encompasses care of both pediatric and adult populations with a wide variety of neuromuscular disorders.
Fellows receive training in:
The performance and interpretation of nerve and muscle biopsies.
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Partnering with the MDA and ALS associations, UC Davis has a strong tradition of providing excellent care to patients with various neuromuscular disorders. We are proud to be a leader in the field of Neuromuscular Medicine, offering the only PM&R-based ACGME-accredited Neuromuscular Medicine Fellowship.
Interested applicants should contact the Education Programs Coordinator for an application packet at: Education Programs Coordinator, Department of PM&R, 4860 Y Street, Suite 3850, Sacramento CA 95817 Phone: (916) 734-5292 Email: dlduckett@ucdavis.edu
A current CV and two letters of recommendation will also be required. Interviews will be arranged with qualified individuals upon receipt of completed application.
For more information, check out our website at http://www.ucdmc.ucdavis.edu/pmr.
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Nadirah Angail, a mental health professional who works with pregnant and new mommas, has had with people who don’t realize how personal and private government decisions and ability to give birth is.
” There are so many variables that go into when/ if another woman commits birth. But most people don’t think of that when they ask these questions ,” she told Bored Panda. To exemplify just how harmful they are able to, Nadirah penned an unbelievably honest and poweful text called Mind Your Own Womb. The emotional part cleverly delves into the lives of three( fictional) wives, showing that there’s always more beneath the surface.
More info: nadirahaangail.wordpress.com( h/ t brightside)
Somewhere there is a woman: 30 , no infants
Image credits: Rabbit Hole/ OddLot Entertainment( not the actual photo )
People ask her, “Still no children? ” Her response varies from day to day, but it typically includes forced smiles and restraint. “Nope , had still not been, ” she says with a chuckle, stifling her thwarting. “Well, don’t wait forever. That clock is ticking, ya know, ” the sage-green says before departing, happy with herself for lending such erudite wisdom. The sage-green leaves. The wife holds her smile. Alone, she cries…
Cries because she’s been pregnant 4 hours and aborted every one. Cries because she started trying for a child on her wedding night, and that was 5 years ago. Cries because her husband has an ex-wife and she has given him offsprings. Cries because she craves urgently to try in vitro but can’t even rendered the sediment. Cries because she’s done in vitro( multiple rounds) and still has no infants. Cries because her best friend wouldn’t be a surrogate. “It would be too weird, ” she said. Cries because her drug prevents pregnancy.
Cries because her husband accuses himself, and that guilt induces him a hard person to live with. Cries because all of her sisters have children. Cries because one of her sisters didn’t even crave offsprings. Cries because her best friend is pregnant. Cries because she got invited to another baby shower. Cries because her father deters questioning, “Girl, what are you waiting for? ” Cries because her in-laws want to be grandparents. Cries because her neighbor has twins and treats them terribly. Cries because 16 -year-olds get pregnant without trying. Cries because she’s an amazing aunt. Cries because she’s already picked out names. Cries because there’s an evacuate room in her home. Cries because there is an empty space in her body. Cries because she has so much to offer. Cries because he’d be a great dad. Cries because she’d be a great mother, but isn’t.
Somewhere else there’s another woman: 34, 5 children
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People say to her, “5? Good lord, I hope you’re done! ” And then they chuckle … because those types of remarks are funny. The wife laughs too, but not in earnest. She changes the subject, as she always does, and devotes the contempt a pass. Merely another period. Alone, she cries … Cries because she’s pregnant with another and feels like she has to hide the pleasure. Cries because she ever wanted a big family and doesn’t ascertain why people seem so disrupted by it. Cries because she has no siblings and felt profoundly lonely as a child. Cries because her Granny had 12 and she’d love to be just like her.
Cries because she couldn’t imagine life without her children, but people treat her like they’re a penalty. Cries because she doesn’t want to be pitied. Cries because she and her husband are perfectly capable of supporting their family, but that doesn’t seem to matter. Cries since they were usurp she’s simply irresponsible. Cries because she’s tired of the “funny” notes. Cries because she minds her own business. Cries because sometimes she doubts herself and wonders if she should have stopped 2 kids ago. Cries because people are rude. Cries because all she wants to do is live in peace.
Another woman: 40, one child
Image credits: Victoria_Borodinova( not the actual photo )
People say to her, “Only one? You never craved any more? ” “I’m happy with my one, ” she says calmly, a rehearsed response she’s given more times than she can count. It’s somewhat believable. No one would ever suspect that alone, she cries … Cries because her one pregnancy was a miracle. Cries because her son still asks for a brother or sister. Cries because she ever wanted at least 3. Cries because her second pregnancy had to be terminated to save her life. Cries because medical doctors says it would be “high-risk.” Cries because she’s struggling to care for the one she has.
Cries because her husband died and she hasn’t obtained adore again. Cries because their own families envisages one is enough. Cries because she’s deep into her career and can’t step away. Cries because her postpartum depression was so intense. Cries because she had to have a hysterectomy. Cries because she craves another child, but can’t have it.
These wives are everywhere. They are our neighbors, our friends, our sisters, our co-workers, our cousins. They have no use for our admonition or rulings. Their wombs are their own. Let’s respect that.
Image credits: Joey Thompson( not the actual photo )
When asked about the best response a woman could give to these questions, Nadirah said it depends on how comfortable she is being confrontational.” She could be direct and say that’s a rude and improper question, but not everyone feels comfortable saying that, especially to a respected elder in the family. In that case, it may be easier to say as little as is practicable. If person questions when she’s having a child, she could say’ Whenever the time is right ,’ and vary the subject. Keep it short and sweet, but never feel forced to share private knowledge .”
Nadirah likewise added that when she firstly wrote this text, she got a lot of feedback from women who don’t want offsprings.” They felt left out of the conversation. That wasn’t my aim. This is written the space it is because it’s based on real transitions I’ve had around the topic of wish offsprings. But of course, we should all show the same respect to women who do not want infants. Their body, their choice .”
People were really moved by Nadirah’s text
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TV’s Game of Thrones might be better than A Song Of Ice And Fire
June 1, 2015 June 1, 2015 / killerpuppytails
Though after the 1st season, I never thought I’d say that. And until last night, I would still have held up the books as a better entertainment experience.
TRIGGER WARNING: I’m talking a lot about the sexual violence in the story and in the show.
I’m writing this after spending a lot of time thinking about the episode two weeks ago, in which a main female character endures a violating wedding night… and we get to witness it through another character’s eyes. And for a while, I was wondering “where’s my outrage? As a survivor, where’s my intolerance for this moment in the story?”
I realized very soon that my outrage had been used up in a few things:
I’d already started calling GRRM’s ASOIAF “A Tale of Rape and Food” long before the TV show. Seriously, the man can wax lyrical about the menu at a buffet or the body horror in a scene. I always wondered why he had to spend SO much time with the stuffed swans and the… well, I’ll leave that language out.
I was already insanely furious at the TV series episode in which Daenerys marries Khal Drogo, where their wedding night goes exactly opposite what the book says. In the show, we have the intense misfortune to actually witness it. In the book, Daenerys and Khal Drogo have a beautiful, extraordinary exchange which is short, but really encapsulates how she can quickly envision a life in which people are given choices, starkly (pun not intended) different from how her brother and his cronies had treated her. Khal Drogo treats her like a person, with her own opinions and preferences, and it’s a new experience for her. It is INSTRUMENTAL for her character. And we’re denied it, why? And we’re given what we’re given, why? What does it do for either character? NOTHING.
I stopped watching the show for two years after that episode. I didn’t want to know; I didn’t care. It was stupid, lazy storytelling. Where GRRM was “A Tale of Rape and Food,” GoT became “The Rape and Food Show.”
Then I read a news item that Emilia Clarke insisted she wouldn’t do nudity in the show anymore. And some time after that, I heard that the show was catching up to the books. That some storylines would be trimmed.
At this point, I had been waiting for Tyrion and Daenerys to meet as equals for ten years.
Yeah, ten years. That’s a long time to wait for two cherished characters to meet in a series. In the books, I always felt their arcs were very similar – unfortunate children finally given love and respect from an unexpected place, and that love taken away too soon. When I could see in Storm of Swords that the meeting was coming, I was on tenterhooks. I was incredibly disappointed when they weren’t in Feast for Crows. And after waiting 6 years? Soooo many “almost…ALMOST…nope!” teases in Dance with Dragons. The last scene in Daenerys’ arc in DwD was so infurating that I threw the book across the room. Tyrion’s scenes were, at best, a struggle to read. I wasn’t looking forward to whatever would happen in Winds of Winter.
Yet I still cared, a LOT, about these characters. That alone indicates how successful GRRM is in his writing, and before last night, I’d give him tribute for the world he built and the storylines he crafted in the 1st three books, despite still calling it a Tale of Rape and Food.
So when I heard the TV series was catching up to the books, I caved. I went back, with my spouse, to start watching season 4.
OH did I love Dinklage’s Tyrion.
And much to my surprise, I found both Cersei and Sansa (and Stannis and Tommen) easier to care about in the TV series.
I have also appreciated the streamlining, and Brienne sticking around, and I could deal with the issues of Daenerys a bit better.
But, and here’s the third factor:
There’s some sexualizing bullshit nearly every episode. I mean, prior to the wedding night violation in the same episode, there’s a scene in which a peripheral character is naked through the whole scene, and the important supporting character supposedly has sex with her on camera, but she is obviously VERY uncomfortable, and she’s in no position to withhold consent due to their history, his violent character and his place in a royal house.
That, my friends, is also a sexual violation, and I found THAT more uncomfortable because there was no easy way to distinguish between lack of consent and providing consent in a scene where the female character is visibly not happy with the situation. (see also: Cersei and Jaime.) It also wasn’t important to the motivation of either character at ALL; it was a scene like the one with Viserys in the bathtub, many moons back. It’s like the horrific Joffrey scene. It’s like all the body horror we’d seen so far. It’s like events in so many other episode when I wince and look away and think “Jesus fuck what was THAT for!?”
(Don’t get me started on how many times children are threatened with particularly nasty sexual violence. With weapons.)
With that in mind, not SEEING the event was a relief to me. I was like “fucking finally it’s behind the camera.”
I didn’t have any illusions that it was supposed to be a crux moment for the character who DID witness it. I didn’t think it was instrumental for anyone, and I knew that it was strictly done as a lazy-ass mechanism to escalate the “OH IT’S NOT JUST WORSE NOW IT’S DIFFERENT” moment of her story (hat tip to Chuck Wendig) and give her a supposed motivation to do something she didn’t want to do. Leading to more escalation and yadda yadda. Which of COURSE I agree was lazy and not important to anyone’s arc and could have been done a thousand times better and of course it was gross ….
…but it’s grossness that the show has been slathered in for seasons upon seasons. It’s grossness the BOOK is dripping with. If you haven’t been noticing it, you’re ignoring the lesser supporting characters for the POV ones, and that’s another level of grossness in and of itself.
Given that, and given that I’d been so uncomfortable with the other scenes in this season – especially earlier in the episode, and given that I’d been uncomfortable with GRRM’s writings…and knowing that in a few episodes, I’d see the event I’d been waiting for for years? Yeah. No question I was going to wait it out.
Finally, after last night’s incredible ZOOM BANG of several storylines whipping along at breakneck speed? I am starting to wonder whether the abbreviated storylines have given us a better story experience with less overall sexual violence than the books. I’ll have to go back into the books and verify.
So, yeah. I think the show might be better than the books.
I reserve the right to change my mind if GRRM does something wonderful with Winds of Winter that allows me to ignore Dance of Dragons exists. ;)
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How to Improve Radio Reception
All radio reception is affected by distance, physical obstacles and other broadcast signals. But often the handicaps imposed on radio signals can be lessened with relatively simple enhancements. Below are some general tips and a few examples of the kinds of antennas that may improve your reception. At the end we suggest some places to find a wide array of antennas to help you enjoy your radio more.
What Affects FM Reception
FM broadcasts deliver greater audio fidelity and are less susceptible to static than AM radio, but they do have their own reception-related challenges. All radio waves travel in straight lines, and an unobstructed, line-of-sight path to a transmitting antenna makes for the best FM reception. Naturally, the farther the signal reaches, the weaker it gets, especially when out of line-of-sight. And when there are reflecting surfaces-tall buildings or mountains, for instance-near your receiving antenna, FM radio waves are also prone to a disturbance known as "multi-path." Like ripples in a small pool, these multiplied waves can cancel out the original broadcast signal at select points.
How To Improve FM reception
Because of multi-path reception, car radios are usually the worst receivers for FM. As your car moves, your antenna gathers signal reflections from multiple directions, wiping out the stereo portion of the signal and adding noise. One solution is to shorten the height of your antenna, reducing the sensitivity of your tuner so that it locks in on only the main broadcast signal.
Portable and desktop radios often have telescoping antennas or use the power cord or headphone cord as the antenna. When using one of these receivers, the position of the unit and the orientation of the antenna can be critical. If your receiver uses its power cord as an antenna, stretching out or moving the cord can improve reception. The same is true for units using the headphone cord as the radio antenna.
Most high-end component AM/FM stereo receivers require an external antenna, and many manufacturers supply the simplest kind: a T-shaped, flexible wire antenna called a dipole antenna. Attach this to the receiver's antenna terminals and orient the dipole as needed for best reception. If the dipole offers no appreciable improvement, you may need an external antenna. Designed specifically for FM reception, these look like TV antennas and are usually installed on a roof, on the sides of buildings or in an attic. Again, after connecting the antenna to your receiver, orient it until you get the best reception.
Sources for FM Antennas
First, a word of caution: Make sure that any antenna you purchase is returnable if it does not give you the result you desire. That said, there are many sites on the Internet that offer antennas or the instructions necessary for building your own, including this page at Community radio station KGNU, Boulder, Colorado with instructions on making a simple dipole antenna.
Radio Shack and similar electronics and hardware stores often stock antennas for both AM and FM reception. FM antennas and combined AM/FM antennas are available for prices that can range from $20 to $200 depending on the features you want. Often it is best to call around first to find someone knowledgeable about radio antennas.
The FM Reflect indoor antenna is made for the C. Crane Company of Fortuna, California (in our neighborhood). It's similar to a regular dipole antenna but very much improved. It's easy to attach to a receiver and mounts on the wall or in a window frame. We use a few of these at the KMUD offices.
This outdoor antenna from Radio Shack will generally improve reception more than an indoor antenna could.
(Thanks to Colorado Public Radio for much of this info)
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Posted 1:09 pm, August 12, 2019, by CNN Wire
The Trump administration released a regulation that could dramatically cut the number of legal immigrants allowed to enter and stay in the US by making it easier to reject green card and visa applications.
The Trump administration released a regulation Monday that could dramatically cut the number of legal immigrants allowed to enter and stay in the US by making it easier to reject green card and visa applications.
Paired with last week’s enforcement raids on food processing plants in Mississippi, Monday’s announcement amounts to a concerted effort by the administration to limit legal immigration and crackdown on illegal immigration.
The rule means many green card and visa applicants could be turned down if they have low incomes or little education, and have used benefits such as most forms of Medicaid, food stamps, and housing vouchers, because they’d be deemed more likely to need government assistance in the future.
It will encourage “self-reliance and self-sufficiency for those seeking to come to or stay in the United States,” said acting US Citizenship and Immigration Services Director Ken Cuccinelli, appearing in the White House briefing room. In doing so, though, it’ll likely make it harder for low-income immigrants to come to the US.
When asked about whether the rule is unfairly targeting low-income immigrants, Cuccinelli said: “We certainly expect people of any income to be able to stand on their own two feet, so if people are not able to be self-sufficient, than this negative factor is going to bear very heavily against them in a decision about whether they’ll be able to become a legal permanent resident. ”
The 837-page rule applies to those seeking to come to or remain in the United States via legal channels and is expected to impact roughly 382,000 people seeking to adjust their immigration, according to the Department of Homeland Security. However, immigration advocates say millions of people could be affected by the regulation.
Under current regulations put in place in 1996, the term “public charge” is defined as someone who is “primarily dependent” on government assistance, meaning it supplies more than half their income. But it only counted cash benefits, such as Temporary Assistance for Needy Families or Supplemental Security Income from Social Security.
Officials can take into account an applicant’s financial resources, health, education, skills, family status and age. But few people are rejected on these relatively narrow grounds, experts said.
Who the rule does and doesn’t include
Immigrant advocates have argued that the rule goes beyond what Congress intended and would discriminate against those from poorer countries, keep families apart and prompt legal residents to forgo needed public aid, which could also impact their US citizen children.
They also said it would penalize even hard-working immigrants who only need a small bit of temporary assistance from the government.
“The rule reflects a dark vision of the United States — as an unwelcoming nation that wants to keep out people who seek to join their family, work hard, and climb the economic ladder — based on the erroneous assumption that they won’t contribute to our communities, our economy, and our nation,” said Robert Greenstein, president of the Center on Budget and Policy Priorities.
Democratic presidential candidate Beto O’Rourke immediately slammed the proposal
“Legal. Undocumented. Refugee. Asylum Seeker. The distinctions don’t matter to President Trump. If you’re an immigrant, he believes you have no place in this country—even though, for 243 years, immigrants have made America the greatest nation the world has ever known,” the former Texas congressman tweeted.
This regulation will have the “deepest, widest and most long term impact” of all of the immigration policies implemented by the Trump administration, said Marielena Hincapié, executive director of the National Immigration Law Center on Monday, adding that her organization and others are preparing to bring a lawsuit over the regulation.
There are exceptions to the rule, such as benefits received by active duty member of the military, Medicaid for pregnant women, children under 21 years old, and emergency medical care.
The rule also doesn’t impact refugees or asylum seekers.
Earlier this year, President Donald Trump also issued a memorandum doubling down on a current law that requires immigrants’ sponsors to take financial responsibility for certain income-based government benefits the immigrant receives. It’s unclear whether enforcing the law would make any substantial difference.
Undocumented immigrants would not be affected — unless an avenue opens up for them to apply for green cards or visas since they are largely ineligible for public aid.
Advocates warned of chilling effect
Monday’s regulation is likely to meet legal challenges, but it could still cause some who fear retribution to alter their daily lives.
About one in seven adults in immigrant families reported that either the person or a family member did not participate in a non-cash safety net program last year because of fear of risking his or her green card status in the future, an Urban Institute study found.
Among low-income immigrant families, the figure was more than one in five, according to the study, which was based on a December 2018 survey of nearly 2,000 non-elderly adults who are foreign born or live with at least one foreign-born family member.
The rule includes immigrants who use one or more designated public benefits for 12 months within a 36-month period. Each benefit is counted separately, meaning if two benefits are used in a month, it’ll count as two months. The rule will take effect October 15.
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In response to the Government’s SUDS (Sustainable Urban Drainage Systems) policy, most block paving manufacturers have introduced a range of permeable block paving.
Permeable Block Paving is manufactured slightly differently from standard blocks, with a larger spacer nib on the side so that once installed, they sit further apart. This is so that there are wider gaps between blocks to aid drainage.
The major difference between installing standard block paving and permeable block paving is the use of open-graded stone for the sub-base and a course joint filling material rather than fine kiln-dried sand.
The sub-base is designed to allow the flow of surface water through to the soil sub-grade or in to a land drain or water harvesting system. The individual concrete blocks used for permeable block paving may be very similar to those used for standard concrete block paving but the structure of the installation and its performance is very different.
SUDS Compliant Block Paving
How much is permeable block paving?
Permeable block paving can be as much as 20% to 50% more expensive than standard concrete block paving. However, the cost is expected to fall as more and more householders install it.
This is not only due to the additional depth of the sub-base which not only takes longer to prepare but the fact that it also requires more aggregate material.
It is also due to the economies of scale enjoyed by the vast quantity of standard blocks manufactured compared to the much smaller quantity of permeable block paving.
Apart from the wider gaps between the blocks in permeable block paving compared to standard block paving, the appearance is identical. Although permeable concrete blocks are available in a wide choice of colours, textures, shapes and sizes, most manufacturers will offer a limited range of products compared to their standard range.
Only the most popular blocks will be made due to high manufacturing set up costs.
How Does Laying Permeable Block Paving Differ from Standard Blocks?
Standard Block Paving can be used, without a planning application, when it is possible to provide rainwater run-off from a driveway into a border, soak away or rain garden contained within the boundary of the property.
Standard concrete block paving sits on a compacted layer of hard core or Type 1 MOT (crushed carboniferous limestone with particle size from 20 mm to dust), with a further layer of moist sand above, and once the blocks are installed the gaps between them are filled with kiln dried or silica sand to strengthen the surface and hold the blocks firm.
The sub-base does not allow water through and since SUDS legislation was introduced, surface water must be directed to an area within the boundary of the property to drain slowly into the ground – not to the domestic drainage system.
Surface water can be directed through either concrete dished channel blocks or aco / linear drainage towards a soak away, a rain garden or to be collected for re-use.
Permeable Block Paving should be used where it is not possible to control water run-off without it being directed by gravity on to the public highway and into the public sewer drainage system.
Permeable block paving relies on the porosity of the sub-base to allow surface water to infiltrate through to the sub-grade or soil and the type of soil can determine, in part, the design of the various layers of sub-base.
There are a number of different ways that the sub-base can be designed and these are determined by the type of soil and whether the surface water will be allowed to infiltrate into the sub-grade or soil, or be collected.
Permeable block paving should sit on Type 3 MOT sub-base which has aggregates ranging from 20 mm down to 4 mm. It is clean, crushed open-graded carboniferous limestone which allows water to be stored in the spaces between the aggregate.
Both the laying course and the joint filling material is clean, crushed gravel with a particle size from 6 mm to 2 mm, again to allow water to pass through. Conventional jointing sand and other fine materials are not used as they would clog up the pores between the open-graded aggregate and prevent water infiltrating into the sub-grade material.
Installing Permeable Block Paving
Total Infiltration
Partial Infiltration
Tanked Systems
The Total Infiltration method of laying permeable block paving is normally used where the sub-grade, or soil, is capable of absorbing all the surface drainage water. The water infiltrates through crushed gravel between the blocks and then through the open-graded sub-base material.
The sub-base material is still compacted in the same way as for standard block paving to provide a firm foundation for the blocks. The open-graded texture of the crushed stone without fine material will typically provide a 33% void for water storage to slow down the infiltration of surface water into the soil below.
Permeable Block Paving sits on various layers of sub-base which consist of 50 mm bedding course aggregate (2 mm to 6 mm crushed angular gravel or rock), on up to 250 mm of Type 3 MOT (4 mm to 20 mm crushed course aggregate), on a geotextile membrane.
The membrane is positioned directly onto the soil and up the sides of the sub-base materials and the blocks – once the paving is installed it can be trimmed off at surface level. The thickness of the main sub-base will be determined by the stability of the sub-grade soil and the amount of water storage required.
The partial infiltration method of laying permeable block paving is used when the existing sub-grade, or soil, is capable of absorbing some but not all of the surface water which infiltrates down to it, such as in the case of partly clay soils.
The sub-base specification is similar to that for total infiltration but without additional measures the sub-grade layer could become waterlogged. A perforated pipe or land drain is embedded within the main sub-base layer to take the excess water which the sub-grade cannot cope with.
Water collected by the perforated pipe can legally be directed to public drainage systems but the ‘peak discharge rate’ must first be agreed with the relevant Local Authority.
Tanked, or non-infiltration methods of laying permeable block paving are used when the sub-grade soil is almost incapable of absorbing any surface water which infiltrates through the sub-base.
They can also be used when the sub-grade is of such poor quality that water ingress would cause it to deteriorate to such a point that it could break up or be washed away, causing subsidence of the sub-base and blocks.
The specification is the same as the partial infiltration system above, except that the permeable geotextile membrane is replaced by an impermeable flexible geo-membrane and it sits on 50 mm of dense sub-grade capping layer of stone with surface fines to protect the membrane.
The term tanked system refers to the fact that all of the new products installed, including the blocks and the aggregates are enclosed within an impermeable tank, created by the impermeable geo-membrane.
The open pores of the sub-base become waterlogged by surface water filtered from above and the task of the perforated pipe is to collect this water and direct it to a drainage system, thus providing space for more water from the next downpour.
Permeable Sub-base Replacement Systems and Rainwater Harvesting
These are proprietary sub-base systems consisting of a series of hollow plastic crates or boxes which fasten together to form a raft and replace all or part of the aggregate sub-base. They help to harvest rainwater when laying permeable block paving.
The crate structures are geo-cellular boxes which form rainwater attenuation tanks (water storage devices) whilst also providing support for the bedding course and blocks above.
Whilst an open-graded aggregate sub-base will make available around 33% of its overall volume for water storage in the pores between the course stone particles, these replacement crates provide up to 95% of their inner space for water to infiltrate into, from between the concrete blocks.
The water collected in these geo-cellular crates can be legitimately discharged into household drains as it satisfies the SUDS requirements of slowing down the water underground prior to it flowing into public sewers. However, once the water has been collected it could be piped to a separate tank and re-used to water the garden or even to flush toilets if clean enough.
The collected water will have already been filtered through the course gravel bedding course before entering the geo-cellular crates but will probably need to be filtered again prior to use.
Rainwater harvesting systems can include the collection of rainwater from roofs and other areas around the house and though they are not inexpensive to install, will at least save on water bills if you have a metered supply. They will also contribute to overall water efficiency.
The Polystorm cellular unit manufactured by Polypipe measures 1 metre x 500 mm x 400 mm and has a 95% void ratio, storing almost 0.2 m³ of water.
Cellular underground water storage unit
Benefits of Permeable Block Paving
Permeable block paving is suitable for a wide range of domestic, commercial and industrial applications.
It provides a structural and durable paving surface whilst allowing rainwater to infiltrate the lower layers for temporary storage.
The Infiltration process removes a wide range of pollutants, preventing them from entering the public drainage system.
It allows infiltrated water to be harvested for re-use, saving on water bills for a metered supply and contributing to water efficiency. Rainwater harvesting systems can be adapted to deal with water from roofs and other areas around the property.
Tanked systems of laying permeable block paving optimises land use by combining two functions – structural paving plus water storage.
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Five members of Al-Hiwar at imminent risk of execution
By labadminJanuary 19, 2013 No Comments
Justice For Iran: According to the reliable sources, five Ahwazi Arabs from Khalafieh (Ramshir), Iran were transferred by security forces from Karoun prison to an undisclosed location. Their families fear that the removal of the five men from Karoun prison indicates that they will soon be executed.
These five Ahwazi Arab cultural activists were sentenced to death in June. The execution sentences were upheld by the Supreme Court, and the families of the men were subsequently notified on Wednesday, January 9, 2013.
The five men in question are: Jaber Alboshoka (holds an associate degree in computer sciences and is a private in the military) 28 y/o, Mokhtar Alboshoka (works at a stone mining company) 26 y/o, Hadi Rashedi (holds a masters degree in applied chemistry and is a chemistry teacher) 39 y/o, Hashem Shabaninejad (an Arabic literature teacher and a masters student of political science at Ahwaz University) 32 y/o, and Mohammad Ali Omourinejad (a Fisheries engineer and school teacher) 34 y/o. In addition to their professional vocations, these five men are founders and active members of the Al-Hiwar scientific-cultural institute (Al-Hiwar means “dialogue” in the Arabic language)—a group which experienced mass arrests of its members in February 2012. After being held at a detention centre run by the Ministry of Intelligence and Security (MOIS) in Ahwaz and tortured for months, they were accused of moharebeh (waging war on God) and terrorism, however the defendants maintain that the confessions obtained from them are false confessions obtained under torture.
Justice for Iran is requesting UN special rapporteurs to make every effort to facilitate the annulment of death sentences recently issued for five members of the scientific – cultural Institute of Al-Hiwar. JFI is also seeking human rights sanctions issued by the European Union countries to include all authorities in charge of torturing the five Arab activists with the aim of extracting forced confessions.
Justice for Iran has recently requesting UN special rapporteurs to make every effort to facilitate the annulment of death sentences recently issued for five members of the scientific – cultural Institute of Al-Hiwar. JFI has also sought human rights sanctions issued by the European Union countries to include all authorities in charge of torturing the five Arab activists with the aim of extracting forced confessions.
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Cogitations from a Cranachan Cairn
Does Scotland need its own Operation Motorman?
Last week, Love and Garbage composed a post provocatively entitled "Salmond's failure on press regulation". The Maximum Eck has issued the following trimming pronouncement on the ongoing hacking scandal...
“What has surfaced this week is the huge controversy over the total, abject failure to regulate the press in any effective way. We now know that the information commissioner presented evidence in November 2006 covering our major publications – thousands of instances of potential breaches of the law – and yet the Westminster government did absolutely nothing to bring the range of houses into order.”
Salmond presents us with an image of the virtuous devolved authority, faces writ with concern, looking on as Westminster authorities did sod all. It's beyond my control, it says, with a sorrowful shrug. It wisnae me, he implies, and on press regulation suggests - or near as damn it - that the SNP would haven regulated differently, but couldn't, so didn't. You can almost hear the distant refrain our opponents find so tiresome ~ "in an independent Scotland..." In fact, in terms of Scottish press regulation, the proper formulation is that the SNP could have done something and didn't - in large part because like (almost) everybody else, the party wasn't wildly interested in the Information Commissioner's (2006) report What price privacy? The Unlawful trade in confidential personal information and the follow-up six months later, What price privacy now? To imply otherwise is understandable but clearly dexterous positioning in the prevailing political atmosphere.
There are number of dimensions to this. Firstly, the devolution settlement. Is press regulation within Holyrood (and thus the SNP's) powers or not? Secondly, what does it tell us that most folk (even one suspects in the parliament) might be surprised to discover the answer to my first question is yes? Thirdly, what are the implications of Holyrood's freedom to act here? What actions might it consider taking, and why?
Can Holyrood regulate the press?
Firstly, the issue of powers. Nobody expects the SNP to regulate Fleet Street, but what about Scottish titles and their journalists? For reasons Love and Garbage clearly outlines, from a Scottish perspective, for Salmond to take a tackety-boot to the Westminster Parliament is misleading and none-too-subtly self-serving...
"Salmond has been the First Minister of Scotland for the past 4 and a bit years. The government he has led, and leads, can act within the powers set out by the Scotland Act 1998. At times the government has suggested legislation that some of us feel push the boundaries of legislative competence. So proposing to act outwith competence does not usually hamper Mr Salmond and his party. However, on this topic press regulation is firmly within the competence of the Scottish Parliament.
The issues on which the Scottish Parliament (and Scottish government) cannot act are broadly set out in Schedule 5 to the Scotland Act 1998, which includes a reservation in relation to certain topics regarding culture and the media in Head K. The reservations include broadcasting, public lending right, a government indemnity scheme, and tax related transfers of national heritage. The press and regulation of the press does not appear in Head K. Regulation of the press does not appear anywhere in Schedule 5. This is a devolved topic. And if the SNP government had the will to do anything about the potential implications of press behaviour in Scotland after Operation Motorman they – and not Westminster – could have acted. In fact if Westminster had acted across the Uk the Scottish Parliament would have required to pass a Sewel motion to assent to Westminster dealing with devolved territory."
This analysis must be correct. Unlike Wales, the Scotland Act 1998 is structured by the explicit reservation of powers, rather than explicitly granting them. Thus climate change fell within Holyrood's purview, as it was not explicitly reserved to Westminster under Schedule 5, which sets out the list of reserved matters beyond Holyrood's competence. Some of these have a clear purchase on the political consciousness. For instance, the defence of the realm [Schedule 5, Part 1, s9] and international relations and foreign affairs [Schedule 5, Part 1, s7] - and curiously enough, treason [Schedule 5, Part 1, s10]. More specific reservations follow under a range of headings, from Misuse of Drugs to currency; immigration to firearms; betting, gaming and lotteries to consumer protection; time and space - and so on. The list is long and includes many profoundly important areas of public policy. However, it categorically does not include press regulation, though the Data Protection Act 1998 is reserved [Schedule 5, Part 2, sB2].
There is a wider point in all of this. If you are a sovereign parliament, there are still going to be complexities when drafting, scrutinising and enacting Bills. Existing statutory regimes are often fearfully knotty, some of them with difficult European Union law dimensions to be contended with and mammoth processes of consequential amendment. Legislation in Westminster is by no means easy. However, its members and its government are at least mostly relieved of the difficulty of asking: is doing policy X within our powers at all? They enjoy a basic liberty of action. Not so, with Holyrood. To use a picturesque phrase sometimes deployed, the Scottish Parliament was not born free. The limits of the Scotland Act - and the way powers are implicitly granted rather than explicitly enumerated - call for a high level of legal sophistication if the full extent of the parliament's powers are to be understood. This can be particularly challenging if you stray outside the familiar, well-trodden areas of Holyrood legislation. Unfortunately, there are not many signs of such sophistication, either in the press, or on the benches of the parliament.
Paradoxically, as with press regulation, this limited understanding of the full extent of the Scottish Parliament's existing powers results in an SNP government and parliamentarians treating issues which are within their powers as being concerns properly limited to Westminster only. Alex Salmond issues statements of the sort quoted at the beginning of the piece, which leaves the profound but erroneous impression that he and his Ministers and the Scottish Parliament are fettered and tied. They can only sit back, pull constructive faces, demand better consultation with Westminster authorities - and wait for Sewel motions, which are passed on the nod. It is worth remembering what these legislative consent motions are all about. Conventional instruments rather than mandated by strict law, at their most basic, these motions are used where Westminster legislates concerning devolved matters. Although many pieces of legislation emerging from Westminster might concern commingled reserved and unreserved issues - when you see a Sewel Motion, the proposed Westminster Bill before you addresses, at least in part, devolved powers and consent is simply not solicited in areas reserved to the London Parliament.
Moreover, it is simply absurd to imagine that the SNP's masterly inactivity on press regulation in Scotland was a policy consciously adopted, better to cultivate the impression that Holyrood wants powers it should otherwise have - and that it would be a better custodian of those responsibilities than Westminster has proved. Salmond's response is one governed by events. And understandable it is too. Given the current predicament, for Scottish nationalists blessed with low animal cunning, it is an obvious calculation that it does the independence argument no harm to cultivate the impression that London is a new Babylon, whose public life, manners and creatures are degenerate, decadent and corrupt. No political benefit accrues from an honest response, which concedes that the party's attitudes to these matters is ultra-mundane at best. However, as the Burd has reminded us this week, it is vital to keep in mind that amid the viscera-spilling in the British political sphere, Scotland is not excepted from the toxic soup of cronydom, elite capture and cosy corporate connections. Nationalists may be minded to rail against the British establishment of which they are resolutely not a part, however, that's no excuse not to give Scottish establishments their own rattle. It is a matter of taking sides in Scotland, as well as taking Scotland's side, as someone once said.
Which brings me back to the Information Commissioner's reports in the light of Operation Motorman. The Commissioner's second document contains a breakdown of transactions showing the extent to which journalists from different media outfits had made unlawful bargains to secure private data about individuals who attracted their curiosity. The table is dominated by papers published on a UK wide basis (there is no separate record, for example, about the News of the World operation in Scotland), but includes the Daily Record, with 7 transactions where private information was unlawfully tafficked for by two Record employees. A number of other papers have (or had) Scottish wings. The Commissioner does not break down these confirmed transactions by jurisdiction, so it is impossible to say on the basis of the published data what "share" Scotland might have in the News of World's 228 positively identified transactions, nor for that matter any of the other papers (many of whom ratcheted up far, far more identified transactions than the defunct News of the World).
Scottish legal magazine The Firm have a poll on their site, asking, "Should a Scottish judge be appointed to inquire into the relations between media, Government and the police in Scotland?" Although those are hardly exacting terms of reference - and politicians of a particular stripe are unlikely to be happy about the including the government in this - prima facie, it seems to me that we do have good grounds to consider some sort of general and independent investigation of practices of the Scottish press and police in this area. The present turmoil in the press is, understandably, focussed on London and the metropolitan police, both as investigators and participants in unlawful escapades at the expense of the public. Given the apparent scope of hacking and blagging behaviours in the press (and not just the tabloid press), and the indeterminacy of the Commissioner's reports with respect to these things in Scotland, there seems to me to be no good reason at all blithely to assume that villainy respects the banks of the Tweed.
Posted by Lallands Peat Worrier at 11:33 am
Labels: Alex Salmond , Daily Record , Holyrood Parliament , Idiot Press , Information Commissioner , News of the World , Operation Motorman , Police , Scotland Act 1998 , Sewel Motions , SNP , Westminster
David 18 July 2011 at 12:14
Operation Motorman?
You jest.
Something more fundamental and substantial:Way in more depth and breadth so.
ratzo 18 July 2011 at 16:03
"...we do have good grounds to consider some sort of general and independent investigation of practices of the Scottish press and police"
There may be something in what L & G is saying, but it is surely also worth noting that the SNP don't start from the same base as other political parties because its political gains have been despite the undifferentiated hostility, not to say hysteria, of the press and the BBC. Any policy initiative would have been rather tricky even, say, a year ago, without a media firestorm of opportunistic comparison of Salmond and Goebbels, and a welcome gift to the hapless Iain Gray and Tavish Scott in Holyrood. As there's apparently now a general and better-informed consensus it would, as you say, be worth seeing what some independent inquiry might make of it.
hector mcglashan 18 July 2011 at 16:20
ratzo
'the undifferentiated hostility, not to say hysteria, of the press'
Doesn't the Scottish Sun support the SNP?
Is there any chance that The Great Leader will tell us who leaked the police video of Gail Sheridan's police interrogation to the BBC?
Conan the Librarian™ 18 July 2011 at 16:31
For a brief moment I had a blissful vision of armoured vehicles ramming into the Scotsman offices...
pat 18 July 2011 at 17:12
Politicians dont't have to explain the finer points of jurisdiction.
They have to win elections.
Academics are aggrieved when the debate is not on their terms and turf. And complain the politicians don't steer it that way.
That's no use. They won't do that. And you can't make them.
The debate is turning to press regulation (and investigation, whatever that is).
I'd settle for the laws of the land being applied equally to everyone.
Now where's the Lord Advocate?
Lallands Peat Worrier 19 July 2011 at 10:28
What particularly do you have against the Information Commissioner's Motorman investigation?
ratzo, hector mcglashan
The behaviour of (almost) the whole media in the 2011 Holyrood campaign presents us with an interesting conundrum. Gray got pummelled, many endorsed the SNP. Some of this was undoubtedly owed to Labour's campaign, which proved sufficiently disastrous at the level of leadership, strategy and message that it was difficult to write much else about it. However, does this falsify a general proposition that the SNP is faced with a relatively hostile media environment in Scotland? It certainly commends thinking about the nature of the relationship more deeply - but I'm not convinced it is as black and white as - the Sun backed the SNP in 2011, after clubbing us about in 2007 - ergo the newspapers are strenuous takers of Salmond's side. It certainly raises issues about the total anti-Nat depravity and bias some folk would want to attribute to the mainstream media. It certainly renders that reading of the press' behaviour problematic.
On your second point Hector, there have been questions asked in Holyrood about that in its last session. Question and answer here.
Conan,
Still sore, eh? I've always thought revenge fantasies serve a useful cathartic function. Not least, since they mean that you shouldn't ever have to avail yourselves of my services in court, for taking your own chariot on a trip to the bottom of the Royal Mile...
I don't know about you, but I have a more expansive ideas about what politicians should do with themselves. Getting elected is a means to an end and not the end in itself. Although I have some sympathy with your diagnosis of this as obscure and legalistic - it really isn't. I don't raise this out of a desire to transform Holyrood into a site where the nicer legal points about the parliament's powers are endlessly discussed, to get things on "my terms and my turf", in your phrase. The point is, this is their turf. Knowing what Holyrood can and cannot do isn't an obscure issue. It radically informs just what sorts of debates and policies the institution adopts. It is one thing to know what one can do - and to choose not to do it. It is quite another when a lack of knowledge about your freedom to legislate and act actually inhibits what policies you undertake to promote. That doesn't strike me as an idiosyncratic, grouchy or self-indulgent point, flung from the Ivory Tower.
Indy 19 July 2011 at 12:05
What on earth are you talking about? The Scottish Government has no powers to "regulate" the press. In order to do anything in the way of regulating the press would have required them to unilaterally revoke the existing regulatory regime set down by Westminster. In what way do you think they could have acquired the power to do that?
And just what do you think the polical reaction would have been if the SNP had tried to give itself the right to control the print media?
That is an extraordinary suggestion. It would have been universally regarded as an attempt to muzzle a critical press. I suspect that had the SNP attempted any such thing during its first term of office you might have been a bit suspicious of it yourself!
In any case the issue is not so much the "regulation" or lack of regulation of the press, it is systemic corruption. That relates to the lack of properly enforcable regulation of course but lawbreaking is properly a matter for the police, not for politicians - although clearly in this case the police were part of the problem. But what on earth could the SNP have done about that? The Metropolitan Police are clearly way out of their jurisdiction.
On the broader issue it seems to me that people are confusing the relationships which exist - and which will always exist - between politicians and the media and the evidence which has emerged about wide scale criminality. So yes, by all means, have a judge led enquiry into the relationships between politicians, the media and the police - though I suggest that such an enquiry would be somewhat meaningless unless it added in a fourth category - lawyers. Because our learned friends leak stuff to the media at least as much, if not more so, than politicians and the police so why leave them out of it, eh?
But even supposing you do find some way of making all the transactions between these parties fully transparent, in what way would that directly address potential criminality on the part of the tabloids?
Crinkly & Ragged Arsed Philosophers 19 July 2011 at 12:11
Good article, cogent and balanced.
However the comment re Salmond's position round 2007 is simply answered by a minority trying to instigate a functioning inquiry against a majority of self serving box-tickers who benefit from the MSM bias.
Post May 2011 that no longer applies. But, perhaps sadly, for all his iconic status he is still a politician and may be waiting to gauge the depth and viscosity of the sludge slide on Westminster.
We have after all great expectations of this man - he may be waiting for a Dickensian Westminster to advance his, and our, opportunities.
LPW and LG
firstly you neglect that those endorsements in 2011 were grudging, last minute and after weeks of abuse.
You neglect the reaction to the decision by the SNP to not place adverts in the press, something RELATIVELY innocuous compared to Press regulation
You neglect the difference between 2007 and 2011. In 2007 The Sun was part of the support for Labour in Westminster. In 2011 the Sun had dumped Labour so the Sun reverted to it's decision in 1992 of supporting the SNP as a counter to Labour, the Tories getting nowhere in Scotland.
To try and analyse the situation, but to neglect that information is at bet Niaive and at worst being selective in your arguments
Thanks for your reply LPW.
The FM and his team have paid legal advisers.
Is it possible to know what they tell him? And are they proactive or do they just give advice when asked for?
Several points. Firstly, devolution empowers Holyrood in several areas unilaterally to revoke and replace legal regimes set up by Westminster. The only limits on its capacity to do so are the reservations set out in Schedule 5 of the Scotland Act. If you can find something in that which prevents press regulation, I'm happy to be corrected. Clearly some aspects of this are reserved - I explicitly mention data protection, for example. If so, I can't find a legal basis to say press regulation per se is outside of Holyrood's competence.
Secondly, there are two issues here (1) investigation of the activities of the press and their potentially corrupt connections with police officers, unlawfully trafficking in private data and (2) the general regulation of the press.
I explicitly note that nobody expects the SNP to regulate Fleet Street - or for that matter, the Metropolitan police. Personally, all I'm making a case for is (1), given the uncertainties about the Scottish dimension of the Motorman investigation.
The whole issue of general press regulation and its failure was raised not by me, but by Alex Salmond. That being so, it is relevant that press regulation is prima facie a devolved matter.
At no point in the piece do I discuss press endorsements of the SNP during any election. Not having tried to analyse that situation, I don't know how my silence can be naivety, neglect or selective argumentation.
Thanks Crinkly,
As you say, Holyrood's third session was a different barrel of herring.
I'm afraid that government legal advice is not publicly disclosed and, on my understanding (which I'd caution, I'd have to properly source to be absolutely sure), can't be forced into the public domain. Unless, that is, like John McTernan, you manage to convince someone in the legal service to leak to you...
Hey LPW
I included you in as you were responding to LG
Should have made that clearer.
LG made that connection early on and was, I think, presenting an incomplete picture
No bother G,
I just like to make sure I'm actually guilty of the villainies and follies, of which I am accused! I'm sure Love and Garbage can speak for himself.
Sure it was raised by Alex Salmond. This whole area has been investigated repeatedly and repeatedly the various committees and reports - in 2003, 2007 and most recently I think in the 2009 Select Committee report into Press Standards, Privacy and Libel - have reaffirmed that the existing largely self-regulatory system through the Press Complaints Commission was correct.
You say that no-one expects the SNP to attempt to regulate "Fleet Street" by which I assume you mean the main UK tabloids.
In which case you are suggesting that they should have attempted to regulate the likes of the Daily Record, Herald, Evening Times, Scotsman etc. And the local press perhaps.
On what basis could they possibly have done that - either legally or politically?
This piece of info is very useful for me, thank you!
James Morton 20 July 2011 at 00:05
I think this situation shows how changes in technology, and how media is distributed, have left politics and the law looking like a pair of fully paid up numpty members of the flat earth - moon is made of cheese society.
they appear to be so behind the curve on this and are always so clumsy and cack-handed in their dealings with the media. The media may appear two faced and they may well be, but in reality they are not molding public opinion but following it themselves. I mean if the media were all powerful, the SNP simply would not have won. Ian Gray would be first minister. but hey guess what? he didn't win...he got flat out beaten like the other two contenders.
But they will keep chasing after media "skirt" because they think it will make them popular. Most people have already made up their minds based on other things...mostly the things that affect them directly. As for regulation most people are surprised that there doesn't seem to be any that would sort this out. if you agree that there are some things that media should not be doing, then you regulate to ensure they can't. Is it really that hard to say "you cannot hack peoples phones...especially dead peoples phones?" or "you can not bribe officials for sensitive information?" or lastly "you don't get to have influence over government, that's the prerogative of the electorate"
there are times when I feel nothing but disgust and loathing at the so called political class.
No response to my question?
You see it is quite difficult for people to come to any conclusions about what the SNP Government should or could have done to regulate the press if there are no specific suggestions.
The report published by the Information Commissioner after Operation Motorman did make some receommendations - as well as identifying the publications which had participated in the illegal trade in personal information to support stories. That is quite interesting information. The publications (and the number of illegal transactions identified is below.
Daily Mail 952, Sunday People 802, Daily Mirror 681, Mail on Sunday 266, News of the World 182, Sunday Mirror 143, Best magazine 134, Evening Standard 130, The Observer 103, Daily Sport 62, Sunday Times 52, The People 37, Daily Express 36, Weekend Magazine (Daily Mail) 30, Sunday Express 29, The Sun 24, Closer magazine 22, Sunday Sport 15, Night and Day (Mail on Sunday) 9, Sunday Business News 8, Daily Record 7, Saturday (Express) 7, Sunday Mirror magazine 6, Real magazine 4, Woman’s Own 4, Daily Mirror magazine 3, Mail in Ireland 3, Daily Star 2, Marie Claire 2, Personal magazine 1, Sunday World 1.
There is only one Scottish paper in that list – the Daily Record. So it is suggested that on the basis of those seven incidents the Scottish Government should have introduced legislation in the Scottish Parliament to regulate the press in Scotland.
But even supposing they decided that was politically desirable, how would such legislation have been framed? What would it actually have sought to achieve and to prevent? If we go back to the report's recommendations that might give some indication of action that could have been effective.
The first recommendation was to amend the Data Protection Act to introduce custodial sentences for breaches. The Scottish Government could not have done that.
The second was to make the Security Industry Authority include a caution or conviction for a Section 55 offence (breach of data protection act) among its grounds for refusing or revoking the licence of a private investigation agency. The SIA reports directly to the Home Secretary under the terms of the Private Security Industry Act 2001. Is it your belief that the Scottish Parliament could unilaterally amend that act? Because that Act is classified by the Scottish Parliament under the heading of “Entangled Responsibilities”. The SNP opposed that at the time but they lost, I would suggest however that if the SNP HAD decided to pick a fight on that particular issue they would have required to provide some grounds which would make it appear a reasonable thing to do. At the very least they would have needed to provide evidence that there was a serious problem in Scotland which required legislation. What evidence could they have provided? Not the evidence from Operation Motorman because that did not support an argument that there was widespread abuse in Scotland – actually quite the reverse.
The third recommendation concerned the Association of British Investigators which is not a statutory body.
The fourth recommendation concerned the Press Complaints Commission and the
Code of Practice Committee of Editors – again not statutory bodies.
The next recommendation concerns the Office of Fair Trading which is reserved.
Then there are a series of recommendations about various other non-statutory professional bodies.
So essentially only one of the recommendations - about legislating to require the Security Industry Authority to behave in a particular way – could have conceivably have been introduced by the SNP Government and even that is highly debatable.
Therefore any moves to regulate the press would have required to address different issues - though how and why is far from clear to me.
hector mglashan 20 July 2011 at 21:43
What % of papers purchased in Scotland is produced in Scotland?
Of the papers produced in Scotland what % of the content is produced in England?
Would there be any real point in having separate rules regulating the press in Scotland?
Indy, Hector,
Not neglect or bashfulness - I've been away from the old keyboard for much of the past day or two.
My point is quite simple. Firstly, we've no idea about the extent to which the activities identified in the follow-up report in 2006 applies to Scotland. We know that the Daily Record was included - prima facie, therefore, we have evidence that unlawful breaches of privacy is not limited to London and England. This isn't surprising. However, it doesn't answer the broader point. Given that endemic feature of UK papers, to what extent is such conduct practised in Scotland? Given the way data is presented by the Information Commissioner, I don't see that Motorman allows us to deduce much at all about Scotland. This is concerning and could only benefit from concerted public investigation. Although Cameron noted that the Lord Justice Leveson's examination includes Scotland, one can be reasonably sure about where he will truly concentrate.
Depending on the answer to that question, attempts at regulation might have followed. You mention a number of areas, which I concede are problematic. Then again, it is hardly surprising that the Information Commissioner would speak to issues particularly associated with this (reserved) remit.
Put most simply, I'm not the one proposing regulation or Westminster regulatory failure, Alex Salmond is. Now, you may go through a process of identifying areas in which Holyrood can act (and Act) and those in which it cannot. I strongly doubt, however, whether the SNP government did anything remotely like this in the light of Motorman. If they did go through such a process after 2006, and ruled out action along the lines you suggest, they kept exceedingly quiet about it.
Interpreting that quietness, it is relevant that Holyrood has more powers concerning the press than many (most) may suppose.
I think what Alex Salmond did was to state the bleeding obvious. It’s not about trying to shift the blame because where the blame lies is clear. Various House of Commons committees and UK Governments have looked at the issue of press intrusion repeatedly and always came up with the same response - that self-regulation is sufficient, that yes there might be a few bad apples but they could be dealt with under existing laws and there was no need for regulation.
Now, with the scale of the systematic lawbreaking being exposed, that response is also exposed as being almost ludicrously inadequate - and is making a lot of people wonder why politicians appeared to collude with the tabloids so meekly.
I think the answer to that is that many MPs, from the PM down, were motivated by personal fear about what the tabloids could do to them and their loved ones by printing details of their sexuality, their private lives, their personal family matters and so on. Effectively they were being blackmailed, I don't think that is putting it too strongly. And that also explains the tangible feeling of release and relief that MPs are showing now that it has all come out. That is the most shocking thing of all. The fact that Gordon Brown felt he had to go to Rebekah Brooks’ birthday party two days after she had made him weep by publishing a story about his baby son’s medical condition shows what a power these people had over politicians.
But the idea that Holyrood could have stepped in and done something about it is daft. They could not have done anything about any of the incidents which have been related and examined. To argue that the Scottish Government could or should have attempted to regulate the Scottish press in case similar things were happening is a red herring. There is no way, politically, that they could have succeeded in doing that even if it were legally possible. They had no grounds to do it.
You say that "we've no idea about the extent to which the activities identified in the follow-up report in 2006 applies to Scotland" but that is not entirely true. There is one very important difference - the relationship between MSPs and the press are entirely different here.
It is not that MSPs have nothing to fear from the press - but they fear different things.
Politicians in Scotland are not generally brought down by having their personal secrets exposed but by journalists poring over the intricate details of information which is all in the public domain. Their office allowances, their claims for taxi expenses, the donations they declare or do not declare, letters they write in support of constituents, whether or not they travelled to a party political event in a government car - these are the things that get politicians into trouble in Scotland, not their sexual orientation or whether they are faithful to their spouses.
The blackmail culture which seems to have been endemic at Westminster is not replicated here. MSPs and Scottish ministers simply did not have the same reason to suspect that journalists routinely used stolen personal data to support stories or paid private investigators to hack into phones in the same way that MPs had reasons to suspect that because it did not happen to them.
Of course there is one notable exception to this and that is Tommy Sheridan but I would suspect that it was the very unusualness of that case that made Tommy think he could get away with taking them to court.
Not that any of this means there is nothing to investigate. I would think that the relationship between the Daily Record and the police would be worth looking at in light of what we now know, given their obsession with gangster culture and crime stories. But the political centre of this story lies in Westminster, not in Holyrood, and that is the reason the SNP have not been jumping upand down about it.
Ah, it appears the Scottish Parliament does have devolved power in this area to regulate the press. I was right about that all along. Well colour me shocked and stunned.
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Compression sock brand is ready to redefine comfort in a health-conscious category
By J.D. Booth December 17, 2019 Business, Marketing
Odd Duck Compression Socks co-founders Jeff McCoy (left) and Darren Hakker have created a brand they feel has lasting marketing transaction, a sentiment acknowledged by judges of the Chamber's Outstanding Business Achievement Awards in the Marketing & Promotions category.
Perhaps predictably enough, having a conversation with the founders of Odd Duck Compression Socks, the Sarnia-based company that came on top at this year’s Sarnia Lambton Chamber of Commerce Outstanding Business Achievement Awards, began with at least some of the classic quips that have become part of the firm’s “quacky” language.
But we quickly got behind that to hear how Darren Hakker, a copywriter who came to Sarnia to work for a marketing firm before launching Graphite Marketing, his own branding company.
For Hakker, the common denominator is the words he’s come to see as his creative fuel (in his early career Fuel was another employer).
His partner in Odd Duck Compression Socks is Jeff McCoy, a professional photographer and Sarnia native who had spent a good deal of time serving as a bartender in various establishments before he and Hakker connected around a local publication before that ultimately folded.
But McCoy and Hakker stayed in touch and met probably once a month to catch up and discuss what they might be able to do together.
The conversations included some typical themes around how they might work together, incorporating some of the creative energy each brought to the table.
Hakker at the time was creating and selling (buttons) on Amazon buttons that customers would attach to backpacks, a nice little business but definitely not something that would necessarily provide something scalable, which is what both he and McCoy were ultimately looking to develop.
And McCoy, in particular, was pushing for something where he could leverage his time to create something of real value.
Somehow, and (remove word) both Hakker and McCoy are a little fuzzy as to the exact conversation where compression socks came to the surface, going through a checklist of what product would meet requirements like light enough to ship and virtually unbreakable was at least a good part of the exercise.
Eventually, the idea for compression socks became their eureka moment.
What got the founders particularly excited was the health benefits attached to a product that gently squeezes the calf muscles of the leg, improving circulation (the muscles are said by some to be the body’s second heart) while also giving the creative pair some room to grow and expand a business, especially using talents they’d been able to acquire over time.
One of the early challenges was to change how the existing market for compression socks had defined its customers.
“Most compression socks are produced by large corporations that command higher retail prices —at least $40—are considered something that only old people buy, and are generally very ugly, with choices usually only between black, white and beige,” notes Hakker.
“Clearly, we were out to change that.”
In fact, challenging and beating back those standard thoughts around compression socks was what Odd Duck’s founders were determined to tackle right from the start.
“You will never find anything boring at Odd Duck,” adds McCoy. “Everything we do in operating our business and promoting it to consumers and retailers screams “FUN”, “DIFFERENT” and “HEALTHY” in every way. We’re fun guys and we know that deep down most people will admit that they’re fun too!”
What both Hakker and McCoy also knew, from their knowledge of what was available., was that they could offer uniquely designed socks at a much lower price point than the competition.
That price point turned out to be $29.99 and once the pair began their research, including identifying a manufacturer and launching the line with the help of their first local retailer, One Tooth on Front Street in Sarnia. (this sentence reads very strangely…… and maybe add Activewear after One Tooth?)
Within a matter of weeks from their launch in the fall of 2018, Hakker and McCoy began to see online orders from their simple and modern website www.OddDuckSocks.com.
Those orders came in while every month the firm’s original retail partners requested speedy refills for their shelves.
“Odd Duck was hatched on the idea of standing out and it’s ingrained in everything we do through comprehensive marketing strategies for our three distinct target markets: consumers, prospective retailers and Odd Duck retailers,” says Hakker.
The company was able to immediately ship socks to online shoppers in custom boxes with a bold welcome letter and sticker – making the shipment feel more like an extraordinary present than a boring delivery.
Understanding the brand was also a priority, says McCoy.
“We’ve attended a series of national nursing conventions as far away as Huntsville, and we’ve used a series of unique and creative marketing partnerships to further those efforts.”
Both Hakker and McCoy say their marketing for consumers allows them to get the brand directly into the hearts and minds at a relatively low cost.
They also developed an eight-page “Take Flight” package to educate Canadian retailers on Odd Duck and the product line.
“We knew that with our strong product and marketing we would be successful, but we needed ‘face time’ with these retailers, so we developed a creative plan to reach out to them in innovative ways, including registering Odd Duck at a nursing convention in Huntsville, where we were literally met with applause and practically sold out of our inventory (that we had) brought with us. Using a retractable banner, easy-to-use POS phone apps, and a keen understanding of promoting this product to nurses who are on their feet all day, lead to record sales for our fledgling business. We pushed nurses to give information to their employers and local retailers,” said Hakker.
A significant milestone in Odd Duck’s life was the massive Toronto Shoe Show in February 2019. In preparation for this show, featuring hundreds of the very best brands from around the world, the founders researched and designed a stunning trade show display at a fraction of the cost that many large corporations spend.
Hakker and McCoy sourced local craftsmen and worked with them to produce a 10’x10’ booth that wowed retail store owners who attended the show. Not only did this marketing method help to increase their retailer count from five to 15, but Odd Duck won the prestigious “Most Innovative Booth Award.” (CAN WE GET A PICTURE OF THIS BOOTH??)
They also attended the local London Shoe Show and have plans to attend the world-class Thredz fashion trade show.
It’s those trade show experiences, where much of the buying for the boutique retail market takes place, that are so important to the future of Odd Duck.
“Retailers are very keen to see the difference of Odd Duck before their competitors do!” adds McCoy.
Once retailers make the decision to sell Odd Duck’s compression socks, the firm launches its full Retailer Marketing Plan, which helps to promote their retail store and the product in the best ways possible, with a combination of media releases, tabletop retail displays, retailer signage, a retailer sock tower display, mannequin legs, and a sales and marketing guide.
Even as busy as Hakker and McCoy have become building this business, they aren’t content to leave it as is.
“We love our community and we love how other people are working to make their communities better. That’s why we support a wide range of community initiatives through our ‘Socks That Support’ program,” said Hakker.
Indeed, (start sentence With) with less than a year in action, the initiative has already benefited many charities, including the Canadian Cancer Society’s local chapter, Ducks Unlimited, the Canadian Association of Nurses in HIV/AIDS Care, and the Parkinson Society of Southwestern Ontario.
“We’ve designed our brand, and the marketing behind it, so that we can expand our product offerings and help more people as we continue to grow across Canada and throughout North America,” added McCoy.
Perhaps we’ll let them have the last word regarding this powerful new brand.
“When you stand out from the crowd, it’s best to stand in comfort.”
This article originally appeared in the November/December 2019 issue of Lambton Shield magazine.
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Chapter 40. Protections of Participants in Human Research
22VAC30-40-90. Expedited Review Procedures for Certain Kinds of Research Involving No More Than Minimal Risk, and for Minor Changes in Approved Research.
A. The HRRC may use the expedited review procedure for categories of research that are listed in 63 FR 60364-60367 where either or both of the following apply:
1. Some or all of the research appearing on the list and found by the reviewer(s) to involve no more than minimal risk.
2. Minor changes in previously approved research during the period (of one year or less) for which approval is authorized.
Under an expedited review procedure, the review may be carried out by the HRRC chairperson or by one or more experienced reviewers designated by the chairperson from among members of the HRRC. In reviewing the research, reviewers may exercise all of the authorities of the HRRC except that reviewers may not disapprove the research. A research proposal may be disapproved only after review by a convened meeting of the HRRC in which a quorum is present and in accordance with procedure set forth in 22VAC30-40-70.
B. When an expedited review procedure is used, the HRRC shall adopt a method for keeping all members advised of research proposals which have been approved under the expedited review procedure.
C. The commissioner may restrict, suspend, terminate, or choose not to authorize the HRRC's use of the expedited review procedure.
§§ 51.5-131 and 51.5-132 of the Code of Virginia.
Derived from Volume 16, Issue 10, eff. March 1, 2000; amended, Virginia Register Volume 25, Issue 21, eff. July 22, 2009.
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Fundamental Particles & Forces: What do we know?
Posted by Philip Raymond in categories: chemistry, general relativity, particle physics, physics, quantum physics, science
Do you remember all the hoopla last year when the Higgs Boson was confirmed by physicists at the Large Hadron Collider? That’s the one called the ‘God particle’, because it was touted as helping to resolve the forces of nature into one elegant theory. Well—Not so fast, bucko!…
First, some credit where credit is due: The LHC is a 27-kilometer ring of superconducting magnets interspersed by accelerators that boost the energy of the particles as they whip around and smash into each other. For physicists—and anyone who seeks a deeper understanding of what goes into everything—it certainly inspires awe.
Existence of the Higgs Boson (aka, The God Particle) was predicted. Physicists were fairly certain that it would be observed. But its discovery is a ‘worst case’ scenario for the Standard Model of particle physics. It points to shortcomings in our ability to model and predict things. Chemists have long had a master blueprint of atoms in the Periodic Table. It charts all the elements in their basic states. But, physicists are a long way from building something analogous. That’s because we know a lot more about atomic elements than the fundamental building blocks of matter and energy. [continue below image]
So, what do we know about fundamental particles the forces that bind them? HINT: There are 61 that we know of or have predicted and at least two about which we don’t yet have any clue: The pull of Gravity and dark matter / dark energy.
This video produced by the BBC Earth project is an actors’ portrayal of a news interviewer and a particle physicist. If we were to simply watch these two guys talk in front of a camera, it would be pretty boring (unless, of course, the physicist has charm and panache, like the late Richard Feynman or my own Cornell professor, Carl Sagan). So, to spice it up a bit, BBC has added a corny animation of two guys talking with an anthropomorphic illustration of cartoon particles. Corny? Yes! But it helps to keep a viewer captivated. And, for any armchair physicist, the story is really exciting!
See the video here. It takes a moment to load—but for me, the wait is worthwhile.
Tags: bosons, dark energy, dark matter, elptons, fermions, fundamental particles, gluons, Higgs boson, Large Hadron Collider, LHC, muon, neutrinos, photon, Quarks, strong force, tao, weak force
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Learning to learn: preparing humans for technological change
London 11 Oct 2019 Learning NewsLearning News
Insights from the opening keynote at Learning Live 2019 by Graham Brown-Martin.
Graham Brown-Martin, opening keynote speaker, Learning Live 2019
Learning Live took place in London last month, opening with a keynote from Graham Brown-Martin, an advisor on foresight and innovation for global businesses and author of ‘Learning Re-imagined’. Afterwards Graham spoke to Learning News to explain the essential messages he was conveying to the Learning Live audience.
Graham argues the work we currently do that is either measurable or based on rules will be automated and that humankind can prosper and thrive best when it doesn't try to compete with the machines. Graham suggests this process can be great news, as we can ‘automate the work and humanise the jobs’.
He sets out three areas where humans beat the machines and where future job creation will thrive: creative endeavours, social interaction and physical dexterity and mobility. “Each are areas where humans are uniquely adapted and where the machines tend to struggle,” points out Brown.
On education, Graham Brown-Martin argues that our approach through our schools, higher education and in the workplace is based on a past that is no longer relevant, reflecting the challenges from the second and third industrial revolutions of the late 19th and 20th century. ‘Here, education creates consistency - workers with uniform skills and measureable, consistent productivity.’
Graham explains: “Learning as a habit-of-mind is key. All of us are going to be put into jobs that we've never done before; surviving in the 21st century is going to be about the ability to learn, unlearn and relearn. If we mean life-long learning, shouldn't that by like a subscription; an annual thing where we constantly go in and out of Universities and constantly learn?”
Watch Graham Brown-Martin’s full interview here on Learning News.
Graham Brown-Martin helps businesses and government agencies to navigate the future. He was the founder of Learning Without Frontiers, a think-tank on the future of learning. He is the author of ‘Learning Re-imagined’ and ‘Education and the Fourth Industrial Revolution’ - both are provocative, insightful, and essential reading for educators and learning leaders. More about Graham and his work, his writing and speaking, is available on his website at grahambrownmartin.com.
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The term "folk song" is correctly used to describe an anonymous songs passed on orally from generation to generation. In the Irish tradition, many of these songs are also played as instrumentals (slow airs)However it can be confusing as nowadays people refer to new or recently composed songs as folk songs. ·
Love songs – She moved through the fair. There are more love songs than any other class of song in the Irish tradition. Many of these songs grief at the loss of a lover or the bitter realisation of betrayal, e.g. Úna Bhán or Dónall Óg recorded by Karen Casey.
Laments (Goltraí) – An Mhaighdean Mhara (recorded by Altan) A lament is a sad song, often sung as part of a wake, or often recalls a local tragedy such as Anach Chuain which tells of a boating tragedy off the coast of Connemara.
Working songs – Amhrán na Cuiginne. These songs are not that plentiful but some spinning songs and churning songs do exist.
Religious songs and Carols –Don oíche úd I mBeithil. These are strongly associated with female singers. The ritual of keening or wailing lamentations for the dead were usually carried out by women.
Patriotic songs – The bold Fenian Men. Old traditional patriotic songs are rare, being more of a 20th century phenomenon, performed by groups like the Dubliners or the Wolfe Tones.
Aisling – Táimse im Chodladh, (sung by Zoe Conway on youtube) In a dream or vision the poet wandering alone spies a Spéirbhan, literally a skywoman. He describes her appearence being particularly lavish in the description of her hair. She is Ireland, grieving under the oppression of foreigners who shortly shall be driven from the land. These poems were wedded to already known airs (tunes).
Other song types include;
Lullabies (Suantraí) – Deirín Dé
Humorous Songs – An Poc ar Buile
Dandling Songs – Beidh Aonach Amárach
Drinking Songs – Preab San Ól
An Mhaighdean Mhara (recorded by Altan)
Táimse im Chodladh, (sung by Zoe Conway on youtube)
Deirín Dé
Dónall Óg
The Patriot game by The Dubliners
In an essay about the song tradition, use some info on Sean Nós characteristics here.
At a time when the changeover form Irish to english took place, a type of song known as a macaronic song emerged. These were songs half in english and in Irish.
A ballad is a song that tells a story. Many traditional songs were ballads as are newly composed songs of recent times like the famine ballad The Fields of Athenry, written by Pete St John in1970.
Thomas Moore and Percy French put lyrics to familiar tunes in the 19th and early 20th century respectively.
Emigration songs like those on the TV series Bringing it all back home are plentiful in the tradition.
In modern times groups like Altan and Danu with their singer Muireann Nic Amhlaoibh include as part of their repertoire old tradtional songs and newly composed songs arranged in a contemporary way. "Molly Na Gcuach Ní Chuilleanain" and "An Seanduine" are examples of such ancient songs, while"County Down" is an example of a contemporary folk song written by Tommy Sands.
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LYING LIKE CARDS: A MARIUS DOS HELLESPONT FIX
February 18, 2014 leebattersby Leave a comment
To note the Aurealis Award nomination for The Marching Dead, here’s a little bonus for those of you who knew him before he went electric.
Lying Like Cards: A Marius dos Hellespont fix is a vignette I wrote to mark the publication of The Marching Dead. It concerns the game of Kingdom, which I invented for the novels and which nobody has had the decency to licence and make me a rich man by producing limited edition gold-plated versions thereof. Or even a DOS game. The story takes place just before the opening of The Corpse-Rat King, so if you want to get the full benefit of the narrative, buy my goddamn books already. It’s appeared at the Angry Robot website and some delightfully hand-made booklet versions were given to people who attended the book launch, but it appears here for the first time.
An hour ago there had been six at the table. Now there were two. Marius don Hellespont, late of His Automancer’s Court of Taslingham, even later of the cells beneath the court, took a moment to glance down at his cards before casually flicking over a stack of riner coins so they splashed across the green paper tablecloth.
“Whatever that adds up to,” he said, deliberately yawning. The fat Tallian across from him pursed his lips.
“That is bad etiquette, sir.”
“In this fine place?” Marius waved a hand at the shabby, peeling wallpaper, the warped floorboards, and the boarded up windows that surrounded them. “Where are my manners?” He nodded at the coins. “Whatever that adds up to. See it or raise, tubby.”
The fat man waited enough that Marius knew he was beaten. The game of Kingdom was a complex one, if you paid attention to the cards, and it became more difficult the fewer players were at the table. Ostensibly, the object was to build the hand most closely resembling the current ruling class: Royal family, if you were in Scorby, Council of Elders in Zerpha, Automancer’s Cabal in Taslingham, and so on. If you were paying attention to the cards. Only the most trusting of beginners did that.
Real players, and Marius was a real player, knew that the object of the game was much simpler: to take your opponent’s money. The cards were immaterial. What counted was keeping your opponent off-balance– learning their tells, their psychological weaknesses, and then exploiting them. Like all truly great sports, Kingdom was won by the one who best played the man. The Tallian hesitated the tiniest smidgeon, and Marius had him.
“Gods damn it.” The fat man blew out his cheeks, aiming to recover lost bravado. “Gods damn.” He made a show of counting the coins, then counting them again. Marius very deliberately did not leer like a greedy baby snatcher. “All right,” his victim said. “All right.” He riffled his stack, came to the decision Marius knew he was coming to all along. “All in.” He moved his pile into the centre of the table.
Marius didn’t count them. He had no need. He knew he had the bet covered. He paused just long enough to make him sweat, then casually smiled and laid his cards face down before him. “Call.”
A queen, a prince, a knight, three nobles, a peasant. Pretty close. Good enough to win most hands. The fat man stared at them for several seconds, then raised his gaze to Marius.
“One peasant.” He snapped the card onto the table. “Three nobles.” Snap. “One knight.” Snap. “One prince.” He held up the last card, turned it so that it faced Marius. “One King.” He laid it down with a grin, slid it into place with the others. “My hand, I think.”
He reached out to draw in Marius’ coins. To their right, a door crashed open.
“What the fuck?” Both players reared back from the table as if stung. A soldier was standing in the doorway.
“The King!” he roared. “The King has been killed!”
“Assassins from the house of Belchester! The King is dead!” He flung himself back out the door. The room erupted in a mad scramble to follow him: off duty guardsmen and civil militiamen hurling themselves towards distant guardhouses, to swords tucked over lintels, to scythes and halberds and sharpening wheels in front yards. As the room emptied, Marius raised a sympathetic eyebrow at his stunned opponent, and began scooping coins into his pockets.
“Tough timing,” he said, and rose before the fat Tallian could recover himself enough to object. “Still, the cards never lie.”
Marius sat in a booth at the back of ‘The Hauled Keel’ and watched his young apprentice Gerd weave through the crowd, two tankards of Krehmlager in his beefy fists, plonking down opposite his master and passing one over. Marius raised it in salute, and took a long swallow.
“You hid the armour?” he asked, once he’d recovered his breath. Gerd took a sip, and choked.
“In a barrel on Pudding Alley.”
“Good. Good.” Marius removed a short stack of coins from a pocket and slid it over. “Your share.” Gerd accepted it without counting. Trusting lad. Stupid boy. Marius felt the weight of all the winnings secreted around his body, and took another swallow to help ignore a sudden pang of conscience. From outside came shouts, and a clattering so loud that even the seasoned drinkers within the pub were silent for a moment.
“What’s that?” Gerd stood, and turned towards the window. Marius tilted his head.
“Soldiers,” he said after a moment. “Forming up in front of Traitor’s Gate.”
“Isn’t that the…”
“Road to Belchester?” Marius nodded. Gerd slowly sat down.
“You don’t think..?”
Marius took a long draught of his lager, shook his head, and signalled a passing girl for another while he recovered the feeling in his face. Krehmlager was traditionally strong. The Hauled Keel’s brewing room deserved its own hospital. “No,” he said, finally, flipping a coin through suddenly-clumsy fingers. “And even if there’s a little skirmish or something, nothing will come out of it but opportunity.”
The new pints arrived. He picked his up and gestured to Gerd to do the same. “Drink up,” he said. “We’ve got to get our stuff and be ready to follow them.” He smiled, thinking of the riches to be had on the battlefield to come. “I’m going to teach you how to be a corpse-rat.”
THE CORPSE-LOVE CONTINUES
January 14, 2014 leebattersby Leave a comment
“…one of the most epic initiatory trip stories I’ve read”.
And an epic review of The Corpse-Rat King to boot, over at Vanessa’s Bookshelf.
If you haven’t already done so, where have you been? Also, head over to Angry Robot Books and pick yourself up a copy. You won’t regret it. And if you do regret it, you’ll already have bought the book, so I won’t care. I win either way.
WANT A TASTE OF CORPSE-RAT?
April 4, 2013 leebattersby Leave a comment
It’s Short-bits-of-Battersby week!
First there’s the appearance of Canals of Anguilar in the Review of Australian Fiction, which you’re all aware of because you’ve already lashed out the $2.99 and have read it, but now you can pop over to the Angry Robot website and get a tiny taste of Corpse-Rat to whet your appetite for this Saturday’s launch event: a teensy tiny prequel to The Corpse-Rat King for your education and amusement.
Lying Like Cards: A Marius dos Hellespont Fix.
This is the story that 25 of you will be able to own in signed, dead-tree form, simply by being the first to purchase a copy of either Marius dos Hellespont novel at the launch and getting me to sign it. But have a read before you buy: I am a kind and generous God….
ROUND AND ROUND AND ROUND SHE GOES…
March 30, 2013 December 28, 2016 leebattersby Leave a comment
It’s awards season in Australian science fiction, with three national awards announcing their short-lists, and at times it’s enough to make your head spin as some titles crack a mention in all three, some names are conspicuous by their absence, and the clattering of d20s as judges try to make their minds up is enough to make the nerdgods brush crisp crumbs from their Devo tour t-shirts and take notice.
I’m extremely happy to announce that The Corpse-Rat King made a couple of saving roles and has been short-listed in two out of the three awards. No luck in this year’s Aurealis Awards, where it hasn’t made the Fantasy or Horror lists, but it has cracked a mention in the following:
The Ditmars are the Australian equivalent of the Hugos, voted on by members of each year’s National convention, this year being held in Canberra, scene of my favourite convention experience (outside of the one at which Luscious married me), waaaaaay back in 2006. The Corpse-Rat King has been nominated in the Best Novel category, along with works by fellow Angry Robot stablemate Jo Anderton, Kate Forsyth, Kirstyn McDermott, Jason Nahrung, and Margo Lanagan. I’ve not won a general Ditmar before– I was awarded the Best New Talent award 10fuckingyearsagoholyshit! earlier in my career, but it’d be nice to add an ‘open’ award to the small shrine to my genius I keep behind the garden shed.
You can check out the full list of nominees in all categories here.
The Australian Shadows Awards, known to everybody except everyone who isn’t me as the ‘Dead Chicks’ because, well… you figure it out:
Once again, I share the Best Novel category with Kirstyn McDermott and Jason Nahrung. I’m on a mission to win my third award, which would add a nice symmetry to my brag shelf, so let’s hope all fans of numerology can bring their influence to bear.
The Shadows have expanded significantly in scope since their inception, and now cover a whole bunch of categories. The full nomination list is here.
STOAT OF THE NOTION
October 1, 2012 February 5, 2017 leebattersby Leave a comment
It’s been almost a month since I blew the dust off this baby and made with the updatery, and there’s a very good reason for that: I’ve been off enjoying life.
Response to The Corpse-Rat King has been positive, and if you haven’t got your copy yet then there’s really no excuse– it’s in all the good book stores and most of the rotten ones, and if you haven’t picked it up then I can only assume it’s because you hate me and you’ve never really liked me and you’ll be sorry when I’m dead and all this guilt will be on your head, I can’t, I can’t, I can’t stand losing…. wait a minute.
Marching Dead is finished, and has been delivered to Angry Robot for their consideration. All being well, it will appear on shelves next April.
And right now, I’m giving myself some down time before I turn my attention to the next project on the block: either a return to Father Muerte & The Divine or if the Angry Robot overlords activate the clause in my contract, the third Marius dos Hellespont novel which I’m nominally calling Fall To Heaven. We shall see, we shall see.
But for the moment, I’m clearing my mental palette, watching a buttload of documentaries, playing with the kids, and getting the house ready to put on the market before the end of the year so we can downsize. Give me a week or so, and I’ll be back on the bloggery treadmill, but for the moment, no signal is a sign of contentment.
TODAY, WE LAUNCH!
September 9, 2012 leebattersby Leave a comment
If you get yourself up to the Katharine Susannah Prichard Writers Centre for the KSPSF Minicon today, you’ll have the opportunity to buy a copy of The Corpse-Rat King at the launch price of $15 instead of the retail price of $17.95 and you’ll get the code for 25% off the e-book price through the Angry Robot website.
And if you don’t, you won’t.
Easy decision, innit?
KSP SF MINICON FULL PROGRAM
August 31, 2012 leebattersby Leave a comment
Oh yes, my friends, I shall be there. And it will start oooh, and aaahhh, then later there will be running, and screaming….
Get your peepers on this little lot and tell me you don’t want to come on down and hang out. This is going to be one fabbo day:
The 2012 KSP Speculative Fiction Writers Group Minicon
Panellists include :
Local Writers: Lee Battersby, Amelia Beamer, Hal Colebatch, Cathy Cupitt, Stephen Dedman, Joanna Fay, Satima Flavell, Sonia Helbig, Elaine Kemp, Pete Kempshall, David Kitson, Martin Livings, Dave Luckett, Juliet Marillier, Ian Nichols, Anthony Panegyres, Carol Ryles, Guy Salvidge, JB Thomas.
When: Sunday, 9 September, 2012 9.30am-4.30pm
Where: Katherine’s Place, 11 Old York Road, Greenmount (Turn into the first driveway after you turn in from the highway and park at the back)
Cost: $15, or $10 if you book in advance. Leave a comment at http://kspminicon.blogspot.com.au/ if you want to do this.
Lunch: A decent meal and tea and coffee will be available for a gold coin donation or you can BYO – there are no eateries in the vicinity.
Discussion Panels: Meeting Room
10:00 Breaking the Rules
“Look, that’s why there’s rules, understand? So that you think before you break ’em.” – Terry Pratchett
Sometimes the ‘rules of writing’ need to be broken. But what are they and how and when do you get away with breaking them? And what do you need to be aware of before you do? All the best writers are renowned for breaking rules and new writers are crucified for it, yet there are times when we all need to cross that line.
Sonia Helbig
Martin Livings
Anthony Panegyres
Guy Salvidge
1100: Is the Internet the New Slush Pile
Google the question: “is the internet the new slush pile?” and the wisdom of the masses will tell you that since mid 2011, there has been a grass-roots change in the world of publishing. The inference given in hundreds of articles unearthed by such a search is that you should no longer submit to slush piles while trying to get noticed. There’s a new wave of authors who publish their material directly to the Internet in the hope that their book will attract the attention of publishers and agents. But what does this method of gaining attention achieve and will it replace the tradition of slush pile Mondays? For that matter, with so many new writers self-publishing, is there a need to be picked up at all? Or is it a path to self-destruction of the writer’s rights?
Stephen Dedman
David Kitson
Dave Luckett
Ian Nichols
Book Launch, The Corpse Rat King by award winning author Lee Battersby (Angry Robot Books)
Lee Battersby is the author of the novels The Corpse-Rat King (Angry Robot, 2012) and Marching Dead (Angry Robot, 2013) as well as over 70 stories in Australia, the US and Europe, with appearances in markets as Year’s Best Fantasy & Horror, Year’s Best Australian SF & F, and Writers of the Future. A collection of his work, entitled Through Soft Air has been published by Prime Books. He’s taught at Clarion South and developed and delivered a six-week Writing the SF Short Story course for the Australian Writers Marketplace. His work has been praised for its consistent attention to voice and narrative muscle, and has resulted in a number of awards including the Aurealis, Australian Shadows and Australia SF ‘Ditmar’ gongs.
He lives in Western Australia, with his wife, writer Lyn Battersby and an increasingly weird mob of kids. He is sadly obsessed with Lego, Nottingham Forest football club, dinosaurs, the Goon Show and Daleks. He’s been a stand-up comic, tennis coach, cartoonist, poet, and tax officer in previous times, and he currently works as the Arts Co-ordinator for a local council, where he gets to play with artists all day. All in all, life is pretty good.
For more about Lee see: http://www.davidmcdonaldspage.com/2012/06/2012-aussie-snapshot-lee-battersby/
1:00 Critting and Crowd-Sourced Editing
Should writers have their manuscripts criticised by a broad audience of their fellow writers? What value does it add to your work? Can you lose your ideas by letting others see your manuscript before the editor does? How about crowd-sourcing of editing? Is it possible to let others perform the work for you while reading early revisions of your manuscript? And how do you even take advantage of such services? Should they be avoided completely?
Amelia Beamer
Satima Flavell
Pete Kempshall
2:00 Building Characters without Cardboard
In online reviews, a common complaint against many recent authors, especially those who choose to self-publish, is that their characters seem two-dimensional or otherwise lack depth. So what does the aspiring author need to consider in their writing so that their characters seem more real to the reader? And how do they achieve it? Are characters planned or imagined? And what are the pitfalls that many new writer, and even experienced ones, fall into? And how do you write convincing characters from the other gender?
Carol Ryles
JB Thomas
3:00 Has Erotica Become Just another Mainstream Sub-Genre
With Fifty Shades of Grey now the fastest selling book ever, it’s difficult to ignore the part that erotica has played in this series’ success. Writers thinking of including sexually explicit content in their novels are often confused by the terms ‘erotica’ and ‘pornography’. How should a modern writer approach this situation? How to avoid mistakes? Should erotica feature in a serious novel at all?
Cathy Cupitt
Elaine Kemp
Kaffeeklatsch Schedule (Library)
1PM – 1:30PM Joanna Fay: Publishing with a small press overseas
Joanna’s Daughter of Hope, the first novel in her epic fantasy sequence The Siaris Quartet, has recently been published as an e-book by Musa Publishing, a relatively new e-press in the USA. From the comfort of her lounge room in the Perth hills, Joanna has taken an intensive ‘high learning curve’ this year on the road to publication, while coming to grips with both the potential and pitfalls of online promotion.
2PM – 2:30PM David Kitson: Self Publishing – A complete end to end guide for anyone planning on doing it themselves
David’s self-published novel, Turing Evolved, broke into the top 20 Science Fiction book list on Amazon.com and is now rated at four-and-a-half stars with one hundred and fifty customer reviews. Learn about David’s experiences with editing, uploading, customer feedback and eventual contact and representation by a literary agent.
3PM – 3:30PM Juliet Marillier: Theme to be announced
Juliet is a New Zealand-born writer who now lives in WA. Her historical fantasy novels for adult and young adult readers include the popular Sevenwaters series and the Bridei Chronicles. Juliet’s books have won many awards including the American Library Association’s Alex Award, the Prix Imaginales and the Aurealis Award. Her lifelong love of folklore, fairy tales and mythology is a major influence on her writing. Juliet has two books out this year: Shadowfell, first instalment in a fantasy series for young adults (available now) and adult fantasy Flame of Sevenwaters, to be published in November.
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Remember that wonderful Crowded House track ‘Not The Girl You Think You Are‘? Well, the song’s original music video has resurfaced today on singer songwriter Neil Finn’s YouTube channel, and it is just as sweet and melancholic of a song as it was when it was first released back in 1996 on the band’s greatest hits album Recurring Dream.
Neil Finn, of course, is one of the founding members of Crowded House, and is obviously feeling a little nostalgic this week as, all of a sudden, 27 vintage music videos were uploaded to his channel this morning.
Videos from all of his music projects, starting with Split Enz, and moving onto Crowded House, then his duo The Finn Brothers with his brother Tim, and finally his solo career.
And I have given a few of them a listen to as I’m feeling a bit nostalgic myself, but it was ‘Not The Girl You Think You Are‘ that stuck in my head, and made me want to listen to it as my Repeat Rotation Video today.
Because it is a song that is very Beatle-esque in sound, a sound Neil Finn admitted he had gone for when he wrote the song, as well as one that has a lovely insistent guitar and an incredibly sad feel about it.
Appropriate when you look back at the band’s history after its release, as the song was the third single from Recurring Dream, and was recorded right before the original Crowded House broke up for good.
Listen to and watch the Crowded House song ‘Not The Girl You Think You Are‘ in the official music video below. A music video, by the way, that was nominated for Best Music Video at the ARIA Music Awards in 1997. Yes, the song is melancholic, but still so very touching, addictive and lovely.
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New indie label Silvertree Records is women focused and a welcome addition to Austria’s music industry
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Food Tour of India
Indian cuisine has evolved from being a rustic diet to a sophisticated cuisine that combines the best of flavorful spices and fresh ingredients to create mouth-watering dishes famous the world over. On this tour, though just focusing on four cities we not only highlight the variety and complexity of the cuisine but more importantly give you an in-depth view on the culture behind the food.
Delhi - Ahmedabad - Lucknow - Kolkata - Hyderabad
Sample the fresh ingredients in local outdoor food markets
Eat some of the finest meals in private homes and restaurants
Meet and interact with locals to learn about the food and the culture
Private guided tours of the must see sightseeing
Stay at the best luxury and palace hotels in each city
Food tour of India will surely promise you a taste of authentic Indian cuisine. Imagine yourself savouring biryanis and kebabs that are the specialities.
Delhi, excursion to Agra
Delhi/ Ahmedabad
Ahmedabad/ Lucknow
Lucknow/ Kolkata
Kolkata/ Hyderabad
Hyderabad, depart
Your flight lands at Delhi’s international airport. Delhi is one of the most historic capitals in the world. As you exit the aircraft you are met by your airport representative. You will be assisted through Immigrations, Customs and baggage collection. On exiting the terminal you transfer to your waiting vehicle and you are driven directly to your hotel. At the hotel, you check in and the rest of the day is at leisure. Overnight in Delhi.
Begin your exploration with a historic tour of Old Delhi on a cycle rickshaw and ride through the crowded streets of the 300-year old wholesale market that sells an extraordinary variety of items – silver, jewellery, aromatic spices, leather, fruit, and vegetables. Next visit the Jama Masjid and Rajghat, Mahatma Gandhi’s memorial. After lunch, drive through Lutyen’s Delhi, once the Imperial capital of the former British Empire. Visit the majestic Rashtrapati Bhavan, the residence of the President of India, India Gate and Humayun’s Tomb, the first garden-tomb in the Indian subcontinent, and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The evening is at leisure. Overnight in Delhi.
No trip to India is complete without a train journey. You can forget the images of overcrowded compartments and people sitting on the roof. On long distance trains, the travel is both safe and comfortable. And your seats are booked in advance. You enjoy the hospitality of the Indian Railways today as you take the superfast train to Agra. The time is a mere two hours and on arrival, you are met by your representative and transferred to your waiting vehicle. Your destination is the mighty Agra Fort. This is a magnificent 16th century fortress and remains as one of the finest Mughal forts in India. There are several mosques, public halls used for audiences, the elaborate Mirror Palace, and a white marble tower where Shah Jahan’s son imprisoned him for eight years until his death. And from his prison window he could see the stunning Taj Mahal which he had built for his favorite wife. From here you make your way to the famous monument. The Taj Mahal truly is one of the most stunning pieces of architecture in the world, and as the rays of the sun fall on the marble tomb the monument perfectly reflects in the stillness of the pools adding to the beauty, majesty and splendor. A monument of love built by the Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan in 1630 for his Queen Mumtaz Mahal to enshrine her mortal remains, 20,000 men labored day and night for twenty two years to build this masterpiece which has held the world awestruck ever since. Have lunch before boarding your waiting vehicle and driving back to Delhi. The drive takes approximately four hours. The evening is at leisure. Overnight in Delhi.
After breakfast you will be transferred from your hotel to the airport for flight to Ahmedabad. On arrival, meet your Luxe representative and proceed to your hotel. This afternoon you will visit Sabarmati (Gandhi Ashram). In peaceful, shady grounds on the Sabarmati River’s west bank, this ashram was Gandhi’s headquarters from 1917 to 1930 during the long struggle for Indian independence. Gandhi’s poignant, spartan living quarters are preserved, and there’s a museum that presents a moving and informative record of his life and teachings. After the visit to the museum, spend time in a most unusual museum at Vishala, where centuries old utensils are displayed which showcase the evolution of Indian cooking techniques. The collection has utensils from various parts of the country and includes traditional urns, pots, coffee filters to name a few. After the visit, you get the opportunity to see the creativity used to prepare steamed snacks in this region. Watch nimble fingers roll thin sheets of chickpea flour into khandvi, shaping the rolled paatra using colocasia leaves, smearing rice flour on banana leaves to create the delicate paanki. Understand the process of tempering that is used throughout India to finish a dish and to bring out the most of the flavours of the spices. Luxeperience: Tonight, enjoy a Thaali dinner at a famous restaurant. The thaali is a popular tradition especially in this part of the region. This is a pre-plated meal and allows you to taste several dishes. More importantly, this meal reflects the traditional hospitality of the country. You will have to quickly learn the skill of politely refusing or else be prepared to over-eat! Overnight in Ahmedabad.
After breakfast, proceed to Modhera. Two hours outside of the city, is the stunning 11 Century CE, the Sun Temple at Modhera dedicated to the Sun God. While parts of the temple have been destroyed, and the gold idol stolen by invading armies, the remains stand testimony to the magnificence of this region’s architecture. A short distance away is Patan, which was the capital of this region during the medieval times and is home to one of the most painstaking weaving techniques called Patola. Patola is an intricate silk weaving technique in the ikat tradition practiced only in Patan. This rare art is practiced by just one family in this area, who has passed the craft down from one generation to the next. The town also has a beautiful stepped well that is several storeys deep with intricate carvings on its pillars. Luxeperience: After a quick visit to the stepped well, we will organize a picnic lunch for you, cooked by one of the local families. Large tiffin boxes bursting with theplas and aloo ki sabzi and various dry snacks and pickles will be served for you to feast upon. Return to the city after lunch and afternoon is at leisure. In the evening, we take you on a street food walk that showcases completely different variety of food available and highlights the locals’ obsession with it. A famous foodie couple from Ahmedabad will lead this walk. The area where walk begins is home to a vegetable and jewellery market in the mornings but in the evenings, it morphs into a bustling market serving street-food. The experience is incredible; the local chaat stalls teeming with people yelling out their orders of snacks, the aroma of hot savoury dumplings being fried in huge vats of oil, the din of people laughing, chatting all over helpings of kulfi and ice creams, the walk is a perfect opportunity to see how food binds people and communities together. Overnight in Ahmedabad.
You bid goodbye to Ahmedabad and fly to the historic city of Lucknow this morning. On arrival you are met and transferred to your hotel where you check –in. In the novel, Kim, Rudyard Kipling wrote 'no city - except Bombay, the Queen of all - was more beautiful in her garish style than Lucknow', and in the 18th century Lucknow was one of the most architecturally beautiful of India's cities. Start by exploring Lucknow's historic buildings, monuments and mausoleums that are a architectural mix of British Raj and Nawab influences; explore the Bara Imanbara and Chota Imanbara before heading to the Hussainabad picture gallery, where you can see a range of portraits depicting the former Nawabs. Explore the Dikusha Palace and the Rumi Darwaza, which was constructed in 1786 and incorporates an eight faceted chattri. La Martiniere College is worth a stop. It was built as the country home of the French soldier, Laude Martin, who made his fortune as a trader in Lucknow and endowed it as a school upon his death in 1800. Explore the cultural aspect of Lucknow on a walking tour in the evening through Lucknow's ancient alleyways, nooks and crannies, past medieval temples and mosques. Explore crumbing houses with ornate windows, local markets selling freshly cut flowers, silverware, hookahs, itar (oil based perfumes) and Chikan embroidery work. Lucknow is famous for Awadhi Cuisine which was perfected by the Nawabs who were not only gracious hosts but also extremely fond of good, tasty and nutritious food. The art of slow cooking was invented here. Luxeperience: Tonight, dress-up to the occasion in traditional Lakhnawi attire to dine in the unique Dastarkhwan style with a descendant of the Nawab’s family. On arrival at the home of an erstwhile royal family of Lucknow, you will be greeted by the family, after a short introduction and customary wishes, enjoy in their company a most lavish meal that would have the following dishes: Korma (braised meat in thick gravy), Salan (a gravy dish of meat or vegetable), Keema (minced meat), Kababs (pounded meat fried or roasted over a charcoal fire), Bhujia (cooked vegetables), Dal, Pasanda (fried slivers of very tender meat, usually kid, in gravy). Deseert of course follows as no meals can end without sweet. It truly is a feast fit for royalty. Return to your hotel after dinner. Overnight in Lucknow.
After a relaxed start you transfer to the airport for your flight to Kolkata. India’s second largest city, Kolkata is also its cultural hub. The former capital during the British Raj and a trading post of the powerful East India Company, the city still retains many architectural relics including the splendid marble Victoria Memorial. But it also offers tourists opportunities to explore lively markets, stroll through lush gardens, iconic temple visits and simple boat trips on the Hooghly River. On arrival you are met and transferred by your Luxe representative to hotel. Luxeperience: Bengali cuisines is one of the few cuisines in India in which the meal is served course-wise rather than all at once. This evening, you get a rare glimpse of the old way of life, now sadly endangered. Your host is an art collector and socialite and the venue for dinner is his charming apartment in historic Chowringhee. Enjoy an authentic and home-cooked Bengali cuisine while partaking in stimulating conversation on Hinduism, culture, food, and other traditions of Bengal. Return to your hotel after dinner. Overnight in Kolkata.
Le Passage to India experience: The iconic tearoom which you will visit is more than just a landmark tearoom in Kolkata. It is perhaps one of the few places that retains the atmosphere of 1930s British India, it serves the best of continental food and finest Darjeeling Tea. After tucking your way through a traditional English breakfast served here, enjoy a full day tour of this city that starts after breakfast. Begin at the Victoria Memorial containing a collection of Victorian memorabilia, including Queen Victoria's Piano. Nearby is the old British fort, Fort William and the 48-metre high monument along with the Kalighat temple and the Raj Bhavan which was once the residence of the British Viceroy in India. The Indian Museum is perhaps one of the country’s best museums and offers a rich collection of art, as well as fossils and meteorites. Kolkata’s large Chinese community once thrived and made their mark on the city. To get a better understanding of this community, their cuisine and the ‘Indianization’ of Chinese food, your lunch this afternoon will be at a little restaurant that functions in the home of one such Chinese family, located in central Kolkata. The food is typically Indian Chinese cuisine that is now gaining popularity around the world. In simple surroundings, enjoy a meal including specialties like Chimney Soup, Cantonese Noodles, Steamed fresh water fish (whole), and other Indian-Chinese favourites. After lunch spend the afternoon in College Street in the university quarter and sip coffee surrounded by the intelligentsia at the famous Indian Coffee House. It gives you a healthy understanding of Kolkata’s long-standing reputation, as a centre for learning and political philosophy. In the evening, take a walk on banks of the River Hugli for an excellent view of the Howrah Bridge, crossed each day by more than a million commuters. Here, board your private boat and enjoy a trip to the former French, Dutch and Portuguese settlements on the banks of the river. Overnight at Hotel.
The morning is at leisure with your vehicle and guide available at your disposal. Afternoon fly to the city of Nizams "Hyderabad". Set along the Musi River, on the Deccan Plateau, Hyderabad has been a regional capital and centre of trade and commerce for over 500 years. The city earned the nickname ‘City of Pearls’ as it was once a global centre for pearl and diamond trade. Today’s Hyderabad is modern and cosmopolitan but still has a very palpable strong Muslim influence, especially in the old city. On arrival in Hyderabad, you are met and transfer to your stunning hotel. After you have freshened up, take a tour of the Palace with the in-house historian that ends with a classic Palace High Tea. While enjoying the beautiful view of the city below, try out the delicacies of the past that have been transformed into gourmet bites by a highly qualified team at the Palace. Post the high tea, you can relax and enjoy the royal surroundings of the Palace. Overnight in Hyderabad.
A true local can spend hours debating the best place to have a cup of Irani tea and people have come close to blows over arguments of the best Haleem joints in town. The cuisine of Hyderabad is a result of its history of over four centuries and the right to good food is simply taken for granted by both the people of this city and visitors. Today as you take a food walk through the busy vegetable markets and by-lanes of the old city, you will get a glimpse into the food ethos of this region as well as get a first- hand experience of the Hyderabadi passion for good food. The food walk ends at a monument where we will have a special stall set up serving the typical breakfast of this region. Watch crisp dosas being cooked in front of you and meet a local expert who will explain the Islamic food practices and how they have played a role in the evolution of the Indian cuisine. After breakfast, begin your exploration of this former capital of a royal domain that’s filled with interesting palaces, museums and other cultural sites. Visit the landmark Charminar, the 17th-century Mecca Masjid mosque, Chowmahalla Palace, Salar Jung Museum, Golconda Fort and the royal tombs of the Qutab Shahi dynasty. End the sightseeing with a stroll through Laad Bazaar, which is filled with small shops selling lacquer bangles, pearl jewelry, inlaid metalwork and other local crafts. It’s a colourful, busy and vibrant market with great opportunities to interact with the friendly locals. The evening is at leisure. Overnight in Hyderabad.
On the agenda for today is the city’s quintessential "Biryani tour". One of the most popular dishes of Hyderbadi cuisine is the Biryani. Technically speaking, it is just a dish of rice and meat cooked with some spices but it evokes the most passionate emotions among many foodies. The tour will reveal the delectable path that this dish has taken across the different parts of India. On this tour, we will get a detailed cooking lesson on making of a biryani and enjoy a sumptuous meal with one of the traditional families in Hyderabad. The afternoon is at leisure. Tonight a special farewell dinner will bring down the curtain on your tour of India. This evening, at an exclusive venue you get to enjoy a tasting menu put together by the Chef that aims to showcase the best dishes India and this city to offer. Pair the starters with a glass of chilled rose champagne and the evening is certainly off to a good start. A fine Riesling complements the entrees that include many local delicacies and of course, biryani. The last act is a tasting plate of rich, traditional sweets which wraps up this truly superb evening. Overnight in Hyderabad.
The morning is at leisure. Your escort and vehicle are at your disposal. Later, depending on the time of your international flight you are assisted with your transfer to the airport for your homebound journey.
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Kidd Squidd
For radio enthusiasts of a certain age, the sounds emanating from the transistor used to actually be wildly enjoyable and mind-expanding, miles away from the programmed pablum that multinational conglomerates spoonfeed the masses today. DJs used to have a say in what got played on the publicly owned (yeah, right) airwaves, which made sense, considering they were actually music fans looking for the next great thing (as opposed to the next big, moneymaking thing, determined by which major record label had the most cash to spend to ensure it). Thank God, then, for KXCI, which represents the last bastion of such a notion. And thank God for Kidd Squidd, whose Mystery Jukebox program airs from 2 to 5 p.m. each Saturday afternoon at 91.3 FM on your radio dial. All of the DJs at the station have your best interest in mind (i.e. turning you onto stuff you likely wouldn't hear otherwise and not getting paid for their efforts), but no one is more excited about the notion than the Kidd. He's there for you, week after week, with a unifying theme for each show that is obviously well thought-out, not only filling your ears with a heady dose of the finest music ever recorded, but also filling the space that lies between your ears with the minutiae-both historical and personal-that makes you appreciate it all the more. Kidd Squidd is a true radio personality the likes of which is, sadly, a dying breed. He's a true Tucson treasure who should not be taken for granted.
2. Frank, KFMA 92.1 FM
3. Johnjay and Rich, KRQQ 93.7 FM
Best Radio Personality 7
Jon Justice, KQTH FM 104.1, aka "The Truth"
Johnjay and Rich, KRQQ FM 93.7
Jennie Grabel, KWMT FM 92.9 (The Mountain)
Frank, The World Famous Frank Show
Frank, The World-Famous Frank Show
Marshall Scott
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How Do I Add Numerous Images To Thumbnails In Pages On MacOS?
I’ve been using Keynote for years. One of the nice features is the ability to drag and drop image files into the thumbnail pane, which results in each image becoming a slide. Saves a lot of time as opposed to dropping images onto individual slides one at a time.
I was hoping with the new thumbnails view in Pages, the same thing would be possible. That by dragging and dropping my images into the thumbnail pane, that each image would become a page of my document, but it didn’t work.
I’m wondering if it actually is possible, and I’m just doing something incorrectly, or if there is a different way to accomplish the same result. Such a shortcut would save me a substantial amount of time. Thanks in advance for any help.
Comments: 5 Responses to “How Do I Add Numerous Images To Thumbnails In Pages On MacOS?”
No, that’s not possible. The Thumbnails view isn’t new at all — it has always been there. It is the Table of Contents view that is new. But either way, there is no way to create a series of pages by dragging and dropping images into the Thumbnails sidebar.
But if you wish to create a PDF that is a series of photos, then why not try printing from the Photos app? Select the photos you want, File, Print, choose your options, and then save as PDF? Or is a not a PDF with a series of images that you are after. I may be able to help more if I knew what end result you were trying to achieve.
I actually already have it as a PDF. The end goal is an ePub.
I initially tried copy and pasting from the PDF into a Pages document (to then export as an ePub), but the result is a formatting nightmare, because it is a complex document with text boxes, footnotes, etc.
I’ve tried several conversion apps with limited success, but one of them allowed me to export from PDF to ePub creating an image for each page. These jpg images are what I tried to import into the thumbnail pane in Pages.
So why not do this: Drag and drop the images into Pages, the main body not the thumbnail sidebar. They will all appear stacked on top of each other. But they will also all remain selected. Immediately go to Format, Arrange and set Text Wrap to Inline with Text. Now they will all appear one after each other. That may be enough. But you could always position the cursor after the first image and then Insert, Page Break, then forward arrow to the position after the second image, and Insert, Page Break… until there are page breaks after each image. There is a keyboard shortcut for Insert, Page Break too (Command+FN+Return).
Thanks, I will try this. This just leaves one other related issue, and that’s the Table of Contents. It seems bookmarks can only be created from text, not images, so not sure how to link to a certain page.
How about creating a caption under each image? Or a title above it? Even a bit of text with a date would work.
Related Video Tutorials: Combining Images With Preview ― Using Handoff To Copy Text, Images and Files Between Your Apple Devices ― A Look At the New TV App in macOS Catalina ― The macOS Mojave News App
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TV 3° Milênio
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The Evangelize Communication Network has been online since 2011 and is part of the Evangelize It Needs Association. Daily viewers from all over the country can count on differentiated and quality programming, duplicity that stays on the air for 24 hours.
In addition to bringing home religious content, strengthening faith and stimulating spiritual growth, the Evangelize Communication Network offers culture, entertainment, journalism, and information through its programming. In addition to the programs presented by Father Reginaldo Manzotti, such as the “Rosary of the Holy Chagas”, the broadcaster has 42 priests, 10 bishops, religious and laypeople in its program, in order to evangelize more and more people.
Currently, the Evangelize Communication Network can be tuned in Maringá and region on the 31.1 digital and 22 NET open channels and over 70 open channels across the country. The Network is transmitted via satellite on Star One C2 frequency: 3664 and Intelsat 11 frequency: 3867 for homes with satellite dishes and digital receivers. In addition, Evangelizar Communication Network TV stations are expanding their reach with the help of hundreds of sister TVs relaying their content throughout Brazil.
The Evangelize is Precise Association was founded in 2005 by Father Reginaldo Manzotti, with the aim of evangelizing through the media, as well as helping Christians to awaken their interests through religious practice in an authentic way, always seeking to learn through God's message. It is an institution maintained by spontaneous donations from members from all over the country and has no political and for-profit interests. The Work has the support of the Archdiocese of Curitiba and is blessed by Our Lady of Carmo, its godmother.
To evangelize through the media through word, prayer, and service: the Good News, strengthening faith and hope for all people.
Rescue, welcome, train and integrate mainly Catholics, including those who for some reason have left the Church, encouraging them to be a leaven of evangelization in their communities.
Evangelizing It Needs encourages the practice of solidarity, seeking learning by God's message and personal, family and social maturity in communion with the Catholic Church. In 2015, after 10 years of walking, the Evangelizing Work identified its charisms through the action of the Holy Spirit. Are they:
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The Prayer Reading of God's Word
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Devotion to Jesus in His Holy Wounds
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"Stuart MacDonald"
"Chris Swiedler"
Rik van Riel
Date Fri, 25 Aug 2000 17:47:55 -0300 (BRST)
From Rik van Riel <>
Subject RE: [RFC] Implementing temporal affinity
On Fri, 25 Aug 2000, Chris Swiedler wrote:
> > > B only ran for 15 cycles, and therefore it ISN'T the time-affinity
> > process.
> > But it is. It's run long enough to load the CPU cache with it's own
> > instructions and data. Since you are trying to preserve the CPU cache,
> > you want it to run again instead of something else. Right?
> We would only set last_cpu IF the process has run for N cycles,
> where N is enough to fill the CPU cache. If 15 cycles loads the
> cache, then N=15. So in that case, B's last_cpu would be set,
> and it would be tied to that processor. The actual value is
> tunable, and depends largely on the size of the L2 cache.
That doesn't make much sense. If a process gave up the CPU
after very few cycles (because vi was ready echoing back
the key you typed), it has everything it needed to do that
in the cache...
"What you're running that piece of shit Gnome?!?!"
-- Miguel de Icaza, UKUUG 2000
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Edition 52: February 2012
1. INTRA-VENUS QUIZ NIGHT!
Join us for a quiz night at Venus Bar at 7.30pm on Saturday 11th February. £2 per person. £40 prize money. Max. 4 per team.
2. GUIDED TOURS OF THE HOUSES OF PARLIAMENT
Free guided tours of the Houses of Parliament led by Siobhain McDonagh M.P. from 10.30am to 12.30pm (suitable for families) on Wednesday 15th February and from 7pm to 9pm (more suitable for adults) on Wednesday 22nd February. To book a place, contact Keith on 07982 721496 or e-mail keithaspears@hotmail.com
3. THE RAMBLING COLLIERS
Meet outside the library at 10am sharp on Sunday 19th February for a ramble around the Olympic Trail. Contact Rita on 020-85401560.
Read your own poetry or favourite poem from 5.30pm to 6.30pm on Tuesday 28th February @ the Donald Hope Library.
5. LITTLE LEAGUE FOOTBALL – RE-LAUNCHED AND RE-BOOTED!
Every Saturday for girls and boys aged 5 to 8 from 10-11am and young people aged 9 to 13 from 11-12 in the Recreation Ground.
6. COLLIERS WOOD CHORUS
If you are a bass or tenor singer and would like to join us at rehearsals from 7.30pm on Monday evenings call Christopher on 07918 183459 or contact info@collierswoodchorus.org.uk
For all ages and abilities, every Saturday at the library from 2.30 to 5pm.
8. “THE COLLIERS WOOD UKULELE ORCHESTRA”
Every Thursday at the community centre. For details contact Derek on uketoo@gmail.com.
Every Sunday from 2.30-4.30pm at the community centre. Contact Chubby on 07702 634359 or Keith on 07982 721496.
10. “COLLIERS WOOD COME DANCING!”
Every Sunday. Beginners @ 5.30pm; Improvers @ 7.30; Intermediates @ 9. £5 per class or £15 for a 4 week course at the community centre. For further information see web page.
Every Tuesday from 9.15pm to 10.30pm and every Thursday from 8.30pm to 9.45pm at the community centre. For further information contact Tony on 020-85422977.
12. TAP DANCE CLASSES FOR ADULTS
“Making Colliers Wood Happy!” is a community building project currently funded by Merton Priory Homes, with a page on Facebook. Contact: info@makingcollierswoodhappy.org.uk
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Local VA Outreach Point of Contact
The VA’s Homelessness Initiative Defined and Alternative POC’s
Other Local Frontline Points of Contact
Overnight Shelter Programs
Local Street Sheets
Other Resources (Don’t Forget These)
If you are or know of a homeless veteran, contact Thomas Gonzalez, Homeless Veterans Outreach Social Worker, tel: 610-776-4329 ext 2364, or email: Thomas.Gonzalez@va.gov, at the Allentown Outpatient Clinic. If you are a social agency trying but unable to reach him, his supervisor is Crystal Arcarese, Homeless Supervisor, tel: 570-824-3521 x7742 or email: Crystal.Arcarese@va.gov. If you are still having trouble systemically, please contact us.
VA Homepage for its Homelessness Program activities: Click here.
The VA’s Homelessness Initiative Defined and Alternative Points of Contact
To learn more about the VA’s campaign to end homelessness among veterans, first begun in 2009 with a five year goal, click here. First published in 2012, this One-Stop website fully describes the available programs and services involved. It is useful to veterans, families and service providers wishing to engage the VA. However, its most useful feature — considering the complexity of the initiative and depth of understanding required for the average consumer to use this site properly without wasting time — is the National Call Center subpage (which includes resource guides) describing the uses of the helpline number, 1-877-424-3834. It has particular application to our area when the local Wilkes-Barre VA Medical Center, responsible for the initiative locally, fails to respond to calls.
Note: All will routinely contact the Allentown Outpatient Clinic Social Worker for Homelessness to enter the veteran into the VA homeless program. All provide services and programs which may not be VA-funded.
The Lehigh Conference of Churches provides a full range of homeless services, to include employment retraining. Website is www.lehighchurches.org. However, its Pathways Housing Services program, currently located at 1031 W Linden Street in Allentown, is the most likely avenue for access. Contact its Assistant Housing Director, Israel Olivieri, at 610-439-8653.
Victory House of the Lehigh Valley works with the Wilkes-Barre VAMC to provide transitional housing and rehabilitation. It is the only organization in the Lehigh Valley to provide this service for veterans under the VA’s Grant and Per Diem grant program, which exists to deal with chronically homeless veterans. It is located at 314 Fillmore Street, Bethlehem, PA 18015-5458. Call 610-691-3373. Pat DiLuzio is its Executive Director. Website is www.victoryhouselv.org.
Safe Harbor Easton: While not under VA contract, Safe Harbor does provide temporary shelter to veterans and is about to provide transitional housing and rehabilitation in to a greater capacity for women veterans. Call 610.258.5540. Website is www.safeharboreaston.wordpress.com. [As of September 2018]
Lehigh Valley Center for Independent Living (LVCIL): While it is no longer a supportive services for veteran families (SSVF) contractor (as of 9/30/2017), LVCIL provides other useful services for persons with all types of disabilities. Call 610-770-9781. Website is www.lvcil.org.
The Diocese of Allentown’s Catholic Charities also works with the Wilkes-Barre VAMC to provide supportive services for veteran families (SSVF). Call 610-435-1541 for the Lehigh Valley or 1-800-330-8001. Contact Rob Nicollela, Program Director at rnicolella@allentowndiocese.org or Rob Laubenheimer, Case Manager at rlaubenheimer@allentowndiocese.org or Heidi Miller at hmiller@allentowndiocese.org. For more information on their SSVF program, click here. Catholic Charities’ website is www.allentowndiocese.org/catholic-charities/. Like LVCIL, it provides other services of use to those in distress and in need of help.
Community Hope, doing business as Hope for Veterans in our area, no longer provides supportive services for veteran families (SSVF) to our area as of 10/30/2018. expires on 30 October 2018, again without reason without proper explanation by the VA. However, for those in New Jersey it continues to provide a full range of services for both veterans and nonveterans alike ranging from transitional to permanent supportive housing to legal assistance to addiction and mental health recovery services. More information can be found by clicking here.
New Vitae Wellness and Recovery, provides various services of use to the homeless veterans social work community, let alone veterans themselves. Among them, behavioral health therapy, inclusive of mental health and drug and alcohol addiction treatment, and transitional living.
The County Directors of Veterans Affairs are also a contact point and can especially coordinate those state benefits available for the homeless with the state’s Bureau of Veterans Affairs, to include state homes and limited emergency assistance. They should also be able to refer homeless veterans to other county services not specific to veterans only.
Five programs which are familiar with dealing with veterans are known to LVMAC for 2018-2019. They are often called “warming shelters” if only operating in the cold weather months.
Allentown Warming Center
Location: 425 South 15th St., Allentown (YMCA basement, southside)
Dates: November 1 to April 30
Operating Hours: 7:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m.
More info: https://www.gv-ymca.org/
Allentown Rescue Mission: The oldest in the business, but caters to men only.
Location: 355 W. Hamilton St., Allentown
Dates: All year
More info: Allentown Rescue Mission’s Gateway Center (housing voucher from police required)
Bethlehem Emergency Shelter
Location: 75 E. Market St., Bethlehem (Christ Church UCC’s former Sunday School Building)
Dates: December 1 to March 31
Operating Hours: 5 p.m. to 7 a.m.
More info: www.bethlehememergencysheltering.org
Safe Harbor Warming Station
Location: 536 North Bushkill Street, Easton
Dates: November 21 to March 31
Operating Hours: Saturday to Wednesday, 8 p.m. to 7 a.m.
More info: https://safeharboreaston.wordpress.com/
Note: For Thursdays and Fridays, 8:45 p.m. pick-up at Safe Harbor to Greater Shiloh below
Greater Shiloh Church Warming Station
Location: 201 Brother Thomas Bright Ave, Easton
Operating Hours: Thursday to Friday, 6:30 p.m. to 7 a.m.
More info: None
Drop-In Centers:
New Bethany Ministries (Telephone: 610-691-5602) provides a drop-in center homeless families and low income, mentally disabled adults as does …
Lehigh Conference of Church’s Daybreak program (Telephone: 610-820-5049).
These products are prepared by various organizations. While the they are intended to be provided to homeless persons, they are are also useful to others who are concerned about the homeless. Also, being a veteran does not mean the person cannot use other social services in addition or instead of the VA’s. Indeed, the VA itself often uses the resources listed.
Allentown Streetsheet for Emergency Services 2010
Lehigh County Streetsheet for Cold Weather 2013-2014 (v2)
Lehigh Valley Resources for Veterans Brochure (Nov 2016 edition)
The following is a listing of other useful resources for our area. Though not specifically tailored to veterans, it should be remembered that our veterans are firstly, citizens. Indeed, homeless for veterans, as for the other citizenry, is best tackled by using all available resources and it is silly to deny thinking of them because of the classification, “veteran”.
Shelter Listings: Two websites present the information usefully.
The first, HomelessShelterDirectory.org, provides in one place all of the homeless shelters and also other services for the needy which are close to an identified city. While this is a national resource, one can look up other cities in Pennsylvania by clicking here or by using the right hand sidebar to find other towns close by, such as Allentown, Bethlehem and Easton. Homeless clinic and treatment center resources are also provided on the right navigational bar (shelters sometimes provide services such as alcohol and drug rehab treatment along with clinics.)
The second, ShelterListings.org, is also a national resource with granularity down to the city and town level. Its search engine definition of shelter is broader than HomelessShelterDirectory’s, and in so doing — while its temporary shelter identification might not be as complete — provides other agencies that can assist or providing housing assistance. Click here for Allentown as an example.
Financial Assistance and Financial Help Resources:
Financial Help Resources provides a listing of useful resources by major towns throughout the country. Click here for Pennsylvania resources, to include the oft-forgotten County Assistance Offices provided by the Commonwealth’s Department of Human Services. Its primary value is in preventing homelessness or limiting it. It also has a slightly broader function than for the homeless alone, for it lists financial help ranging from single parent financial help to college and student financial aid and help — in addition to rent and utility help, for examples.
Another potentially useful site — but one with a broader focus than finding financial assistance alone — is Need Help Paying Bills. It also goes into greater depth in explaining various means of assistance.
National Resource Directory can be tailored for Pennsylvania in the filters: click here. Again, a broader resource database that might prove useful.
Last Updated: 22 November 2018 (Safe Harbor Warming Shelter opening date)
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A Brief History of Music Pt 1
Posted by john hardin on March 5, 2018
Posted in: art, didgeridoo, education, environment, Humor, Music, philosophy, science, time. Tagged: agricultural revolution, alcoholism, aolian, archeology, assimilation, athens, audiences, Beer, biological biodiversity, bone flute, brass, brasswind, cave painting, chamber music, chromatic scale, classical music, comics, cro-magnon, cultural relevance, culture, diversity, dorian, drunk, egyptians, Eraserhead, farming, flute, golden mean, Greek, harmonic, history, hunter gatherer, indigenous culture, industrial revolution, jimi hendrix, john Hardin, keys, locrian, LOL, luthier, lydian, microphone, mixolydian, mode, monochord, Music, music education, music philosophy, music theory, musical instruments, neanderthal, nile river, nile river valley, Obama, orchestra, overtones, percussion, photos, phrygian, physics, pics, precision machinery, prehistoric, pyramid, pythagoras, quotes, residential school, scale, scholars, singing, skeletons, slide, speaker, standard notation, stereo, stone tools, tape recorder, technological challenges, tetrachord, transformation, trombone, tuba, valves, violin, woodwind. 10 Comments
Scientists speculate that music preceded language in our early human ancestors, and that singing together in groups may have spawned the development of the earliest human language. I say “speculate” because very little of those ancient human cultures has survived the ravages of time, so we paint the portraits of these ancestors from the pile of stone tools we’ve recovered, some skeletons, and a few carvings, sculptures and cave paintings. Among those very early artifacts, however, archeologists in Europe have unearthed several bone flutes that they estimate to be about 40,000 years old, give or take a millennium or two.
Here we see the earliest incontrovertible evidence of music in humans, and it predates the earliest evidence of language by many thousands of years. We will probably never know whether these flutes were played as solo instruments, or what other instruments may have accompanied them, because instruments made of wood, skin or plant material would not have survived the eons, but we can tell what key they played in, and what their scale sounded like. Today, we can, pretty accurately, recreate the sounds of those early instruments because we understand the physics of sound and have made careful replicas of these early instruments.
In those days, however, people made music with whatever sounds they could make, and they must have thought about music differently that we do today. Anthropologists have not found any indigenous cultures which do not incorporate music. However, they have found that the music of indigenous people around the world varies widely, and that different cultures use music in very different ways and for different purposes. For tens of thousands of years, thousands of distinctly different ancestral cultures each developed their own musical tradition, along with their own instruments and scales, for their own purposes.
For indigenous people, and for our ancient ancestors, music was simply the audible portion of their culture. The song and the dance were not different things. Music entwined itself into these cultures in many different ways. Many cultures, including ours, use music for war. Nobody makes war quite like we do, but lots of cultures make music for it. Many cultures use music for healing and for medicine. Many cultures use music for ribald celebrations, but also for sacred rituals and magic.
In Australia, some cultures use music to connect their cultural history to the geography of the land in a way that allows them to navigate long distances, by song. We have plenty of evidence that indigenous people incorporate music into their culture in ways that civilized people simply do not understand. I think that this is an important point to make here. As I describe what happens to music as it becomes more “civilized,” please understand that I do not believe that modern civilization constitutes an “advance” in human culture in any way, over any other way of life.
While music probably had a lot to do with the development of language in humans, I see no evidence that music gave us the idea to start farming. Adopting the farming lifestyle, was undoubtedly the stupidest decision in the history of civilization, and I believe that it was something our ancestors did when they were drunk. That’s not to say that they didn’t sing, and make music about that too, but in the cultural transformation that lead to modern civilization, we lost a lot of the world’s musical diversity, as well as cultural diversity, not to mention biological diversity.
As early farmers burned the forests and exhausted the soil beneath them to grow grain crops to make beer, they displaced, and assimilated what was left of those indigenous hunter-gatherer cultures. Farmers destroyed the habitat that hunter-gatherer tribes needed to survive. When those indigenous tribes could no longer find enough game to hunt, they either starved to death, or went to work for the farmers and started drinking beer. That is the story of civilization. Ancient language scholars tell us that civilized farming people in the Nile River Valley, developed the first written language, primarily to keep track of people’s bar tabs, establishing a tradition for civilized people that continues to this day. No longer do we hunt and gather. Civilized people build pyramids and drink beer.
Civilization became a melting pot where all of these, once functional, self-sustaining cultural entities, became assimilated by this new way of life. Through this assimilation, functional cultures get reduced to ethnicities. Through assimilation, a way of seeing the world, and all of the subtle knowledge about how to live in it, gets reduced to a recognizable costume, some quaint customs and a few catchy tunes or favorite recipes. This happened to thousands of distinct and unique human cultures as civilization continued to expand around the world.
Fast forward to about 2,500 years ago, in Greece, where Pythagoras has just discovered the Golden Mean by mapping the harmonic overtone series on his monochord. Ancient Athens must have been a pretty quiet place back then because a monochord, a simple, one-string, musical instrument/physics experiment, is not very loud.
Pythagoras would have had to listen very closely to hear the upper harmonics he mapped out on that string. By now, too many of us live in environments so loud that we probably would have never heard those upper overtones, had not Jimi Hendrix introduced us to them at earsplitting sound levels with his electric guitar.
But Pythagoras listened closely to his very quiet instrument, and by mapping the harmonic overtone series, he unlocked the key to understanding all of the different scales he heard in the folk songs sung by his slaves, or by the nomadic people who sometimes came through town, or of the songs he learned to sing as a child. These idiosyncratic musical idioms being all that was left many, once thriving hunter-gatherer cultures, that got subsumed by this new way of doing things.
The Greeks figured out that if they added five half-steps into their seven-note harmonically derived scale, they could recreate all of the folk scales they heard around them. In so doing, the Greeks gave us modes and keys and music theory and harmony, but the problem was, music theory was still mostly theoretical. You could dream of an instrument that would allow you to play music in any key, but in reality, you didn’t have many options, except singing.
You can play a string instrument in any key, and you can tune a string to any pitch, but string instruments of the day were not very loud. A flute can make a louder noise than a string, but no flautist has enough fingers to cover twelve holes, as is necessary to play in this new, “chromatic,” 12 tone scale, so Greek discoveries about music theory mostly presented technological challenges to future instrument makers and musicians.
I’m sure singers took it all in stride, and percussionists just ignored it, but besides changing the way we thought about music, the Greeks also gave us another way of looking at the world, and at music. Before Pythagoras and the Greeks, people happily played the traditional music of their ancestor’s culture with traditional instruments, because that culture nourished them and kept them alive. After Pythagoras, however, the Greeks saw music in an entirely new way. People still played and sang old folk songs, but they began to think about music as something new and hi-tech, with serious potential for development. Music’s appeal had transcended it’s tribal cultural roots, captured the imagination of civilized people, and began to shape our vision of the future.
The Greeks ushered in the age of classical thinking, which eventually brought us the age of classical music. Since then, music has continued on two tracks. On one hand, we have folk music, what’s left of our traditional indigenous music, as interpreted and expressed by their assimilated descendants, and passed on, generation to generation. On the other hand, the Greeks adopted this new approach to music, and taught it, along with geometry and philosophy as part of a classical education.
The Greeks taught music as a strict discipline, not unlike geometry or logic, but with an added emotional dimension, and they understood that learning to sing and/or play a musical instrument was prerequisite to understanding the important knowledge to be uncovered through the study of music. Thus, the classical approach to music education was born. Soon, little kids started carrying violins to school and quickly learned to hate practicing.
Over the following centuries luthiers rose to the challenge of developing louder string instruments that project a clear tone, and wind instrument makers developed mechanical contraptions to enable wind instruments to play the chromatic scale. Flutes and reed instruments sprouted a system of finely crafted keys that allowed players to cover several tone holes with one finger.
Most brass instruments added a few valves that lengthened the air column when depressed.
One notable exception, the trombone, evolved a continuous fast-action slide, allowing it to change pitch fluidly, despite inhabiting an increasingly fixed-pitch musical world.
The physics of sound are unforgiving, and the demands of music, uncompromising. Together, they motivated instrument makers to create some of the first precision crafted machines the world has ever seen. At the same time, musical scholars developed a way of writing music that all classically trained musicians learned to read, called “Standard Notation.”
With these new precision instruments, Standard Notation, and a pool of classically trained musicians, creative composers could show off, not only their own creativity, but also the discipline of the musicians as well as the precision craftsmanship of the instruments, with a brand new form of musical expression that must have blown people’s minds.
Classical music demonstrated the potential of this rigidly structured, strictly disciplined and precision crafted approach to making music, first in chamber music, then in larger ensembles, and eventually in huge symphony orchestras with more than 100 musicians. Classical music so wowed audiences with the seemingly magical potential of this classical approach to music, that it inspired the development of a whole wave of precision machines for every possible application, as well as the disciplined workforce that worked a highly structured schedule to create them. In this way, classical music inspired the Industrial Revolution, leading to the next major transformation in civilized society, away from the farm, and towards an urban manufacturing and service oriented economy.
As civilized humans, inspired by classical music, continued to produce ever more precise machines for more and more purposes, they eventually developed a machine that could faithfully reproduce, mechanically, a live musical performance. Suddenly, an event in time could instantly be transformed into an object in space. Eventually, we had machines that could reproduce music faithfully, and allow it to be edited after the fact, and we developed the means to amplify even the smallest sound to room-filling volume.
Having met the technological challenges that classical music demanded of early instrument makers, and having fulfilled the promise of classical music, by impressing audiences everywhere with tight harmonies, clear intonation and rhythmic precision, classical music then inspired a whole culture to go absolutely apeshit in developing new precision machinery for every imaginable purpose, including, eventually, the tape recorder, microphone, amplifier and speaker, which would eventually push classical music itself to the sidelines of cultural relevance.
That’s enough for this week. Next week, I’ll explain why classical music no longer inspires us as much as it once did, and why fewer of us know how to read music anymore. I’ll also talk about how technology has changed the way we experience music and perceive the world, and finally, I’ll talk about how music continues to shape our future, and why it continues to inspire me.
The lygsbtd Poly-Phase Personality Profile Test
Posted by john hardin on February 21, 2012
Posted in: Humor, necrophilia, psychology. Tagged: 30 Rock, 9Lives Seafood Platter, Alice in Wonderland, Alvin, American Samoa, Annette Zilinskas, Being There, Bhopal chemical plant disaster, Bill Wyman, BP Macondo well blowout, Breaking and Entering, Bugs Bunny, California Superstorm, Charles Manson, Charlie Brown, Charlie Watts, cheese curls, Chernobyl nuclear explosion, Compound W, Concentrated Prell, Coricidan D, Dave, Debbie Peterson, DMT, Dr. Seuss, Driving Under the Influence, Eraserhead, Exedrin PM, Failure to yield the right of way, Fancy Feast, Fight Club, Flipper, Franz Kafka, Fukushima nuclear meltdown, George Harrison, Giant Rock Louse, Giant Rock Scallop, gilligans island, global climate change, grand theft auto, Green Crack, Hannibal Lector, Happy Cat, Hong Kong Phooey, I Love Lucy, Jackie Kennedy, Jacques Cousteau, Jeffery Dahmer, jersey shore, JFK, john lennon, John Wayne Gacy, Kieth Richards, Lee Harvey Oswald, lsd, Lurid Rock Snail, McDonald’s, MDMA, Medicated Head and Shoulders, Mick Jagger, Murder 1, naked dead people, Nebraska Ditch Weed, Oreo cookies, Pantene, Paul McCartney, PCP, people with weird diseases, Pizza Hut, polar bear, potato chips, Preparation H, psychology, Purina Cat Chow, Reckless operation, Red Rock Crab, Ringo Starr, Saving Private Ryan, Scooby Doo, Sexi-Mexi, Sid and Nancy, Silence of the Lambs, Simon, Somali pirate, Speeding, Stephen King, stuff that's on fire, Suave, Susana Hoffs, Taco Bell, The Bangles, The Chipmunks, the grassy knoll, The Korean Conflict, The Office, the Ross Ice Shelf, The Titanic, The Vietnam War, the Zapruder film, Theodore, titties, Tom Robbins, Tootsie-pop, Trainwreck/BC Kush, twinkies, Vagrancy, Vicki Peterson, Wendy's, WWI, WWII, Zombieland. Leave a comment
If you are like me, you’ve become frustrated by the accuracy of old-fashioned personality tests. Both the Rorschach Ink Blot Test and the Minnesota Multiphase Personality Inventory leave a lot to be desired, especially when you need to put together a specialized focus group. When I’m designing an ad campaign to exploit a particular phobia, neurosis, or compulsion, I need a focus group that shares that weakness. I don’t have the time or inclination to listen to them for hours like a therapist or psychiatrist, and I’m not interested in helping them.
Those other, currently available metrics, while perfectly adequate for the psychiatric health-care community, lack the detail necessary for public relations and advertizing work. I designed this test so I didn’t have to spend so much time around the wackos and nut-jobs that I help corporations take advantage of.
Of course, the complete key to scoring the test remains a proprietary secret, but by now, tens of thousands of people have taken the test, so the questions have become public knowledge. While the test reveals nearly everything about the psychological profile of the subject, but on the broadest level, all people who take this test, invariably fall into four main personality types.
At the end of the test, I will tell you enough about scoring the test, for you to discover your broad personality type. It surprises many people to learn their personality type, and they often find it interesting, even though that level of analysis really doesn’t help me, as a heartless manipulator of the feeble-minded, much at all. So, I’m happy to share it with you. Also, since you are scoring this test yourself, and not providing me with your answers, you can enjoy the test and learn your personality type, without turning the keys to your mind over to me.
To score the test, I suggest that you divide a sheet of paper into four sections, and label them A, B, C, and D. Every time you answer a question, make a hash mark in the section corresponding to the answer you choose. More about scoring after you take the test. Now get started!
Phase 1 Basic Intelligence
How many Star Wars movies have you seen?
A) Every film in the series once
B) Every film in the series once, and some more than once
C) Every film in the series once, and any Star Wars film more than 10 times
D) The original Star Wars film once
If “D”, why?
A) Lousy dialogue
B) Shallow Characters
C) Weak story
D) Special effects not quite spectacular enough to overcome other weaknesses
Phase 2, Conscious Self-Image
A) It’s hereditary
B) It’s an autoimmune disorder
C) I was severely traumatized as a child
D) I blame society
Where do you get off?
A) Exit 34 S
B) In a dungeon themed hotel room
C) At Costco
D) Any Wifi hotspot
What were you thinking?
A) It was more of a sexual fantasy than a thought
B) I hope there’s something funny here
C) I wonder if they ever did figure out how many licks it takes to get to the center of a Tootsie-pop
D) How long til lunchtime
Where were you on the night of Feb. 17?
A) At home in my bedroom having sex with an inflatable pig
B) At an all night prayer vigil for the victims of Jersey Shore
C) Spinnin’ spliffs and tippin’ 40s wit my homies in da crib
D) Learning to speak urban slang from an instructional CD
Phase 3, The Subliminal Self
If you were an invertebrate, inhabiting a Northern California tide-pool, would you be…
A) a Giant Rock Scallop
B) a Lurid Rock Snail
C) a Red Rock Crab
D) a Giant Rock Louse
If your life were a book, who would the author be?
A) Dr. Seuss
B) Tom Robbins
C) Franz Kafka
D) Stephen King
Which of these movies do you most identify with
A) Zombieland
B) Sid and Nancy
C) Fight Club
D) Eraserhead
If you were a bottle of shampoo, would you be…
A) Concentrated Prell
B) Medicated Head and Shoulders
C) Pantene with Protein and conditioners
D) Suave
If you were an over-the-counter medication, would you be…
A) Compound W
B) Preparation H
C) Coricidan D
D) Exedrin PM
If you were an illegal drug, would you be
A) LSD
B) PCP
C) DMT
D) MDMA
If you were a cartoon character, would you be…
A) Bugs Bunny
B) Charlie Brown
C) Scooby Doo
D) Hong Kong Phooey
If you were a criminal offense, would you be…
A) Murder 1
B) Grand Theft Auto
C) Breaking and Entering
D) Vagrancy
If you were a moving violation, would you be…
A) Speeding
B) Driving Under the Influence
C) Failure to yield the right of way
D) Reckless operation
If you were a member of The Beatles, would you be…
A) John Lennon
B) Paul McCartney
C) George Harrison
D) Ringo Starr
If you were a member of The Bangles, would you be…
A) Susana Hoffs
B) Vicki Peterson
C) Debbie Peterson
D) Annette Zilinskas
If you were a member of The Rolling Stones, would you be…
A) Mick Jagger
B) Kieth Richards
C) Bill Wyman
D) Charlie Watts
If you were a member of The Chipmunks, would you be…
A) Alvin
B) Theodore
C) Simon
D) Dave
If you were a tropical fruit, would you be…
A) pineapple
B) banana
C) guava
D) mango
If you were a cruciferous vegetable, would you be…
A) broccoli
B) Brussels sprouts
C) Cauliflower
D) cabbage
If you were a large carnivorous reptile, would you be…
A) a salt-water crocodile
B) a Burmese python
C) an American Alligator
D) a Gila monster
If you were a fast food chain, would you be…
A) McDonalds
B) Wendy’s
C) Taco Bell
D) Pizza Hut
If you were a snack food, would you be..
A) potato chips
B) cheese curls
C) Oreo cookies
D) Twinkies
If you were a major environmental catastrophe, would you be..
A) Chernobyl nuclear explosion
B) Fukushima nuclear meltdown
C) BP Macondo well blowout
D) Bhopal chemical plant disaster
If you were a twentieth-century international bloodbath, would you be…
A) WWI
B) WWII
C) The Korean Conflict
D) The Vietnam War
Phase 4, Overt Attitude Towards Others
Which of these statements best describes your attitude towards others
A) Give, so that others may live
B) Live and let live
C) Live and let die
D) Kill, kill, kill
On average, how many other people do you have to deal with on a daily basis
A) Less than 5
B) 5-10
C) 11-49
D) 50 or more
What is your attitude towards children
A) They should be seen, heard and listened to
B) They should be seen, but not heard
C) They should be heard, but not seen
D) They should never be seen or heard from again
Phase 5, Unconscious Attitude Towards Others
If other people were the ocean, would you be…
A) Jacques Cousteau
B) Flipper
C) a Somali pirate
D) The Titanic
If other people were dogs, would you be…
A) a cat
B) another dog
C) the postman
D) a fire hydrant
If other people were cats, would you be
A) a dog
B) another cat
C) a mouse
D) catnip
If other people were mice, would you be
A) cheese
B) a cat
C) a hamster
D) an old lady with a broom
Phase 6, Overt World-View
Is the world…
A) a blessed and benevolent place
B) a place where only the strong survive
C) an illusion of our own making
D) a place of wickedness
When was the last time you had sex outdoors
A) today
B) in the past month
C) in the past year
D) more than a year ago
Phase 7, Unconscious World View
Which of these films best describes your relationship to the world
A) Saving Private Ryan
B) Being There
C) Alice in Wonderland
D) Silence of the Lambs
In the Great Pizza Pie of Life, are you..
A) the crust
B) the sauce
C) the cheese
D) the pepperoni
If life is a highway, are you…
A) in the fast lane
B) in the slow lane
C) in the breakdown lane
D) dropping rocks from an overpass bridge
Phase 8, Overt Attitude Towards the Author and His Work
Are you with me so far?
A) I didn’t get past the title
B) It looks like a hella long list of questions, this one just popped out at me
C) Yeah, is it gonna get funny soon?
D) Yes, Master
How do you feel about me, as the author of this test, as the author of this blog, and as a person
A) I want to have your baby
B) I like you because I enjoy reading your blog
C) I don’t like you because I’ve met you in real life
D) I hate your guts and wish you were dead, but here I am reading your blog
When do you read this blog
A) When I’m bored at work
B) Never, I just look at the pictures
C) 5 times a day, religiously
D) Only when you write about me
Would you have sex with this blog if…
A) It lost some weight
B) It had bigger tits
C) It wore sexier clothes and flirted more
D) It brushed its teeth once in a while
What would you like to see more of in this blog
A) naked dead people
B) stuff that’s on fire
C) people with weird diseases
D) titties
Phase 9, Unconscious attitude towards the author and his work
If this blog were a 5,000 year-old stone statue of a venerated deity from a long-dead civilization, would you…
A) smash it to bits
B) put it in your garden
C) sell it on Ebay
D) worship it
If this blog were on fire would you be…
A) a volunteer firefighter
B) the arsonist
C) a rubbernecking gawker
D) a burn victim
If this blog were the assassination of JFK, would you be…
A) the grassy knoll
B) the Zapruder film
C) Lee Harvey Oswald
D) Jackie Kennedy
If this blog were Global Climate Change, would you be…
A) the Ross Ice Shelf
B) American Samoa
C) a polar bear
D) a California Superstorm
If this blog were a flying insect, would it be…
A) a firefly
B) a mosquito
C) a dragonfly
D) a June-bug
If this blog were a brand of cat food, would it be…
A) Happy Cat
B) Purina Cat Chow
C) 9Lives Seafood Platter
D) Fancy Feast
If this blog were a TV sitcom, would it be…
A) 30 Rock
B) The Office
C) Gilligan’s Island
D) I Love Lucy
If this blog were a tattoo, would it be…
A) a flaming,bug-eyed skull
B) a dragon
C) a naked woman with big tits
D) gullible white boy, written in Chinese characters
If this blog were a strain of weed, would it be…
A) Green Crack
B) Trainwreck/BC Kush
C) Sexi-Mexi
D) Nebraska Ditch Weed
If this blog were a serial killer, would it be
A) John Wayne Gacy
B) Jeffery Dahmer
C) Hannibal Lector
D) Charles Manson
Phase 10, Gratuitous Questions to Satisfy the Authors Prurient Interest
Have you ever had an interesting, unusual or particularly memorable sexual experience
A) No
B) Yes
C) Maybe
D) ask again, later
If “B” above, please describe, in as much detail as possible, in the comments section below.
Scoring the Test:
now that you’ve taken the test, add up how many times you answered A, B, C, and D respectively.
Type A Personality
If you answered A more often than B,C, or D, you probably didn’t take the time to read the other answers thoroughly. Type A personalities tend to be impatient, always one step ahead of themselves. If you are a Type A personality, slow down, take time to smell the coffee before you inject it directly into your veins.
Type B Personality
If you answered B more often than you answered A, C, or D, its probably because you learned in school, that if you don’t know the answer to a multiple choice test question, go with B because statistically, B is right more often than other answers. While that may be true in school, in this test, your B answers tell me that you are the kind of person who plays it safe. Type B personalities avoid undue risk. They are careful, perhaps too careful. They avoid unprotected sex with strangers, don’t share hypodermic needles, don’t talk on their cell phone while driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol, and never, ever wear white after Labor Day. In other words, they are as boring as rocks.
Type C Personality
If you answered C more often than you answered A, B, or D, you probably speak Spanish, and did not understand the questions. Gracias por participar. Tenga un buen día.
Type D Personality
People who answered D more often than they answered A, B, or C… If you answered D more often than you answered A,B, or C… If you answered D more often than A, B, or C, …than, um, …what was it? Oh yeah, short term memory loss. If you answered D more often that A, B, or C, its because you suffer from short term memory loss. In case you forgot, you just took the new lygsbtd Poly-Phase Personality Profile test.
Statistical Margin of Error
If you answered A, B, C, and D, an equal number of times, you did not add correctly. Roughly 10% of all subjects who take the test will incorrectly tally their score.
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BR25C: Planet of the Slave Girls (two-parter)
Planet of the Slave Girls
Season 1, Episodes 3 and 4
As the episode opens, Buck Rogers and Col. Wilma Deering are approaching Earth after a scouting and/or training flight that has evidently lasted some days. A scanner on their starfighter, which Rogers is piloting, calls their attention to an Earth Directorate starfighter that is being attacked by two pirate ships. Rogers successfully engages the pirates, thereby sparing the life of Cadet Regus Saroyan, who has fallen out of formation from a training flight led by Major Duke Danton.
Danton is annoyed both that Saroyan fell behind and that Rogers intervened. Rogers is annoyed that Danton is annoyed, and they spar verbally. Deering comes on the channel to say that Rogers’ actions were fully warranted. (“Wilma!” Danton exclaims when Earth’s top military officer first joins the radio exchange. “I mean, Col. Deering.” “Right on both counts,” she replies.)
After the starfighters land, Saroyan collapses and is sent to a health clinic. Rogers and Danton exchange more heated words. Deering asks Danton to have Rogers as a guest lecturer on 20th century battle tactics; when Danton balks, she orders him to follow through.
Deering then checks on Saroyan, who is among a huge number of starfighter pilots who have fallen ill while she and Rogers have been away. Deering and Dr. Huer visit Dr. Mallory; he and a computer named Carl are researching the illness. They’ve discovered that the disease stems from contaminated food discs, all of which were manufactured on the agricultural planet Vistula.
Rogers’ turn as a guest lecturer for Danton is a fiasco. The major, obviously irked by his guest, goads his class to laugh as Rogers discusses battle strategies in terms of the ancient game of football. The class devolves into Rogers and Danton tackling each other.
Vistula turns out to be home to a very charismatic and belligerent rabble-rouser named Kaleel. He tells his followers that soon they will go into battle and take their revenge on the Earthlings who have enslaved them. Kaleel has the ability to make his hands glow red and kill a person with the barest touch; he demonstrates this ability on a man whose wife calls him out as being skeptical of the leader. The adoring crowd chants Kaleel’s name.
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Tags: Buck Rogers in the 25th Century, Buster Crabbe, Erin Gray, Gil Gerard, Roddie McDowell, science fiction television
‘Gattaca’ portrays a chilly, chilling future in which one’s fate is decoded from DNA
Literature and film are full of tales of people who steal, borrow or exchange identities. Few have been as carefully thought out as Gattaca, the futuristic 1997 drama written and directed by Andrew Niccol.
The protagonist is one Jerome Morrow, né Vincent Freeman. His parents chose to conceive him without using genetic engineering to select helpful traits and weed out unhelpful ones. A heart defect, detected nearly instantaneously by genetic scanners that seem to be ubiquitous in Gattaca’s near-future setting, prevents Freeman from realizing his dearest dream, which is to be an astronaut.
But Freeman finds a way to cheat. One Jerome Morrow sells his genetic identity to Freeman; having been paralyzed from the waist down, there’s no other way for Morrow to fund his decadent lifestyle.
The two become uneasy roommates and doppelgängers; Freeman mimics Morrow’s hairstyle and has surgery to lengthen his legs to match the recorded height of the man he is impersonating. Morrow diligently collects dead skin, blood and urine that Freeman dispenses as needed to pass for a man with a princely genome.
But Freeman’s subterfuge is jeopardized just days before he is scheduled to depart for a year-long mission to explore one of Saturn’s moons. When an official at Freeman’s organization, Gattaca, is murdered, cops arrive to vacuum up physical evidence. A loose eyelash indicates the presence of Freeman, who isn’t officially cleared to be on site. Thus the protagonist becomes the target of a most inconvenient manhunt.
To complicate matters, Freeman strikes up a flirtation with a co-worker, Irene Cassini, that heats up quickly. At the very moment Freeman should be most eager to shed his Earthly ties, his heart finds itself moving on an unexpected trajectory. Read the rest of this entry »
Tags: Alan Arkin, Andrew Niccol, Ernest Borgnine, Ethan Hawke, Gattaca, genetic testing, Gore Vidal, Jude Law, murder, science fiction movie, Tony Shalhoub, Uma Thurman
Über-detective unravels a Texas family’s tangled legacy in ‘Echo Burning’
You can’t beat Jack Reacher one on one. You can only hope to outmaneuver him.
That, in a nutshell, is the essence of Jack Reacher, the super-competent über-detective who is the star of Lee Child’s series of thriller novels. Reacher is a retired Army MP, or military policeman, an efficient killer with a razor-sharp intellect and in-depth experience with forensics and human psychology. If he had to engage Superman or Batman in man-to-man combat, Reacher could win — given enough time, information and resources to prepare effectively.
Before this week, I was familiar with Child’s work only through the recent movie Jack Reacher, starring Tom Cruise. On a relative’s recommendation, I dove into Reacher’s 2001 novel, Echo Burning, in which the almost oppressively effective hero finds himself plunged into a messy situation in the hot, sparsely populated Echo County in rural Texas.
The book pits Reacher against at least two sets of antagonists. One is the Greer clan, a tight-knit family with extensive roots in Echo that doesn’t cotton to outsiders.
Unfortunately for them, while hitchhiking in Texas, Reacher is picked up by Carmen Greer. A Latina out of California who has married into the family, Carmen is still considered an outsider, despite having borne her husband a lovely daughter. Worse yet, her husband beats her savagely. Even worse he’s about to get out of prison. Worst of all, the improbably named Sloop Greer blames Carmen — correctly so! — for his having been sent to prison on tax evasion charges. Read the rest of this entry »
Tags: Echo Burning, Jack Reacher, Lee Child, rural Texas, thriller novel
Measures of redemption and enlightenment await characters in Jack McDevitt’s ‘Odyssey’
Jack McDevitt’s 2006 novel, Odyssey, opens as humanity has reached a precarious point. Early in the year 2235, interest in space exploration is fading just as concern about runaway global warming is ramping up. To make matters worse, the Academy loses a starship while political factions ready their push to cut money from the North American Union’s government-funded astronautics organization.
The person at the heart of this mess is one Priscilla “Hutch” Hutchins, the former starship captain extraordinaire who has traded her commission for matrimony, motherhood and a powerful job as the Academy’s operations director. She takes point on the effort to locate and recover the missing ship even as the Academy’s commissioner enrolls her in public-relations outreach to influential NAU Sen. Hiram Taylor and his 15-year-old daughter, Amy.
Hutch easily wins the affection of the space-happy Amy Taylor, but the search and rescue operation is a bit more problematic. So is the appearance of an immense previously undetected asteroid, which barely misses smashing into Earth but does leave more egg on the Academy’s face.
But, although it takes a frustratingly long time to develop, there are more things aspace in Odyssey than political maneuvering. A private company, Orion Tours, has reported another in a series of increasingly common sightings of UFOs. These so-called moonriders are presumably the work of an intelligent species, which humans have yet to find in exploring numerous star systems near Earth.
Orion and the Academy agree to deploy automatic monitors in the star systems where the mysterious flyers have been seen. And this is where things start to get going.
Tags: Chindi, Jack McDevitt, Odyssey, science fiction novel
The lottery of birthright weighs heavily on novelist Eric Martin’s mind in ‘Luck’
If one were tempted to reduce Eric Martin’s 2000 novel Luck to its simplest elements, it could be described as a tale of rich boy meets and falls in love with poor girl.
But Martin isn’t about simplicity. Instead, this is a writer who loves to dive into details and nuance. He’s also a writer whose ability to put a reader into the heat of moment derives in part from his flair for exploring the varied historic and personal factors that have led to the moment.
So Luck is the story of Michael Olive, the intelligent and tightly wound scion of a successful farmer in a small Eastern North Carolina town, and Hermelinda Salmeron, the intelligent, ambitious and beautiful daughter of a Mexican migrant worker employed by the Olive family and living on their land.
But it’s also much, much more. It’s the story of the rivalry between Mike Olive and Harvey Dickerson, a lifelong schoolmate and onetime friend turned bitter rival. It’s the story of the tension between the white farmers in the rural community and the poor and often poorly educated Hispanics who do much of the hard labor of producing and harvesting crops.
It’s the story of the tension between small-town Cottesville and the outsiders Olive brings into their midst one summer, fellow Duke University students who show an unseemly interest in the migrants. And it’s also the story of the tension between Olive, his family and the community that raised him. Read the rest of this entry »
Tags: agriculture, Duke University, Eastern North Carolina, Eric Martin, Luck, migrant farm workers, novel, rural North Carolina
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Updated Photography Setup
Taking pictures with DIY setups has been my protocol for the past few years I’ve been in toy hobbies, I finally felt that it was time for a decent upgrade.
NESF-M06FE Eagle EWAC
One reason why the New Earth Strategic Trust faction is such a dominant force in the Quorus Wars is due to their supreme tactics and efficient strategies and have outfitted specific units like the Eagle EWAC to prioritize recon and intelligence gathering. The Eagle EWAC is actually based on the NESF-M05E Eagle, a standard combat type reFrame that is deployed in heavy combat areas and serve as a main unit in NEST Special Forces ranks. The EWAC (Early Warning And Control) unit allows for efficient intelligence gathering that is sent to NEST’s tactical HQ as data to create up-to-date battle strategies. Extra thrusters were equipped on the Eagle EWAC to give it better mobility in order to move faster to key locations for data scanning as well as avoid enemy units. It is equipped with a light submachine gun (SMG-UZ01A) and a hand cannon mounted on its left arm for emergency combat purposes.
AL-PRGNKGT Paragon
Awarded to only the most battle-hardened knights and reFrame pilots, the silver-plated Paragon reFrame is a heavily improved version of the AL-MXRITTER. Overall battle performance has been improved with a special emphasis was given to thrust capacity, allowing the Paragon to swiftly close in and engage opponents in melee combat where these units truly excel. As with its predecessor, it is equipped with the PA-LNCPRGN. an improved and deadlier polearm that first skewers opponents then shreds them to bits with the side blades, and the SH-DIAMDNX, a diamond-shaped shield that is well balanced and offers superior deflection both in CCQ.
ARMT-M01X-SR Dash Baron
A heavily modified version of the Baron Prototype, the DASH Baron was made purely to compete in the Mecha Racing League. Designed to withstand a beating during races while still maintaining high top speeds, the DASH is definitely something you should watch out for in MRL.
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MLS Attacking Player of the Week: Week 4 – RBNY striker makes history
March 27, 2018 March 27, 2018 / Lewis Addley / Leave a comment
For every week of the 2018 MLS season, MLSGB will award two Player of the Week accolades to the previous gameweek’s standout performers. We will highlight one star attacking player, as well as the leading defensive performer from the last round of fixtures. The Attacking Player of the Week award can be won by strikers, wingers and advanced midfielders. While the Defensive Player of the Week award can be won by goalkeepers, defenders and defensive midfielders.
Draws were a common theme in a muted round of fixtures during Week 4. Despite four of the six games ending with teams sharing the spoils, there were still plenty of goals and exciting attacking play. New York Red Bulls will feel they had the best result of the week, with a comfortable 3-0 home win against Minnesota. At the heart of that attacking display was Mr Reliable, Bradley Wright-Phillips. He bagged himself a brace in a typically calm performance and that’s why he is the MLSGB Attacking Player of the Week.
BWP was in fine form in front of goal, scoring one in each half, putting his side third in the Eastern Conference. There isn’t much to say that hasn’t already been said about the Englishman during his time in MLS. However, those two goals mean he has scored more goals than any player in MLS history over a five-year span.
With his 2 goals tonight, Bradley Wright-Phillips of @NewYorkRedBulls is now tied for 11th all-time in #MLS with 89 league goals.
Per @EliasSports, Wright-Phillips has scored more goals over a 5-year span than any player in MLS history (88 and counting, 2014-18)#RBNY
— MLS Communications (@MLS_PR) March 25, 2018
The forward needed just three shots on goal for his brace. He fell short in some of the other areas of his performance in terms of pass completion, but that won’t be much of a concern to the RBNY fans.
Wright-Phillips took his goal tally to three for the season. He laid on just the one chance for his teammates during his 81 minutes on the field.
It was a game of clinical finishing for BWP, which doesn’t come as too much of a surprise. He took his second goal in some style, showing great composure under pressure.
Don’t miss: MLS Defensive Player of the Week: Week 4
It’s already proving to be a very competitive battle in the Eastern Conference. With quite a few surprise results already being thrown into the mix, the pressure is going to be on forwards like Wright-Phillips to take the chances they are provided with.
English striker poised to join the MLS 100 Club in 2018
March 5, 2018 / Lewis Addley / Leave a comment
Major League Soccer is back. Week One is in the books and there have been plenty of talking points, with 26 goals scored and five red cards in ten games. But one familiar face was missing from the action as Bradley Wright-Phillips and his New York Red Bulls team’s first game of the season isn’t until this coming weekend.
New York Red Bulls vs Portland Timbers – Saturday March 10 – 19:00 ET (00:00 BST)
As RBNY prepare to get their 2018 MLS campaign underway the pressure will be ramping up on goal-machine BWP. A lot is going to be expected from him this season due to some key creative players departing the club this winter, such as Mike Grella and Sacha Kljestan. Wright-Phillips will be looking forward to getting going and will be hoping to get off the mark straight away.
The Englishman won’t be looking into personal records too much, but he will be aware that he is closing in on 100 MLS goals, which will no doubt give him an added hunger to hit the ground running.
So how has BWP performed since joining RBNY in 2013?
The stats make for promising reading for both BWP breaking the record and for RBNY to have another positive season. Since joining in 2013 they have made the postseason every year. In a total of 154 games he has found the net 95 times for Red Bulls, with 86 of them coming in regular season play.
His goalscoring form over the last four seasons has been consistent. In 2013 he only featured in seven regular season games, hence the apparent low-scoring campaign. His 2014 tally of 27 saw him join the record books for the joint most goals in a single regular season, becoming the only non-US player to achieve that feat.
With the above stats in mind, ‘BWP’ needs just 14 regular season goals – or five goals if you count postseason stats – to notch his 100th, which based on his stats in each of his full seasons, he looks poised to achieve. Over the past four regular season campaigns he has averaged 21.25 goals per season.
So long as Wright-Phillips keeps to his consistent performances he will join the MLS 100 Club in 2018. But his main aim will be to continue to fight for an MLS Cup, something he is yet to achieve as he prepares to get underway for his sixth MLS season.
Will BWP net his 100th MLS goal this season and help RBNY to reach the playoffs again?
MLS Preview and Prediction: New York Red Bulls vs Real Salt Lake
Competition: Major League Soccer – New York Red Bulls vs. Real Salt Lake
Venue: Red Bull Arena – Saturday, March 25 – 16:00 ET (20:00 GMT)
Match Odds: New York Red Bulls 1/2 – Draw 3/1 – Real Salt Lake 11/2
New York Red Bulls welcome Real Salt Lake to Red Bull Arena on Saturday afternoon in one of just three MLS fixtures this weekend due to the international break.
Jesse Marsch’s side are sitting third in the Eastern Conference having won two of their three games so far this season. They come into this one off the back of their first loss of the regular season away at Seattle.
Red Bulls are traditionally slow starters but their performances in their first two games this season showed exactly what they’re about, winning at any cost. Marsch will be hoping it doesn’t take too long before his offence get firing on all cylinders.
Real Salt Lake are yet to win a game this season and have sacked Jeff Cassar as a result. They are sitting second bottom in the Western Conference and already look they’re in for a tough campaign.
Daryl Shore will serve as Interim Head Coach. He joined Salt Lake in January 2014 as a Goalkeeper Coach, but this will be his first game in charge of an MLS fixture.
RSL have been struggling in front of goal so far this season, scoring just once in their three games. They have a squad plagued with injury and know this is going to be a difficult trip to a RBNY side who don’t take any prisoners at home.
RSL celebrate their goal in the 2-1 defeat to LA Galaxy last weekend. Picture: RSL.com
Sacha Kljestan and Michael Murillo are on international duty so are unavailable for selection for Red Bulls. Gonzalo Veron, Gideon Baah and Connor Lade are all sidelined through injury.
Kyle Beckerman will miss this one as he serves a one-game suspension for the red card picked up against LA Galaxy last week. Nick Rimando and Albert Rusnak have both been called up for international duty. Joao Plata and Jordan Allen are both out, while Aaron Maund, Justen Glad and David Horst are all questionable, leaving the RSL roster thin on the ground for this game.
New York Red Bulls form: W/W/L
Real Salt Lake form: D/L/L
Key stat: Real Salt Lake have lost their last seven away games.
Key Player: Bradley Wright-Phillips – The New York Red Bulls forward got off the mark last weekend in the loss to Seattle and this is a game he should be looking to open his account in at Red Bull Arena.
Score Prediction
New York Red Bulls 3-0 Real Salt Lake – It’s difficult to see anything other than a comfortable win for Red Bulls in this one given the strength of their home form and how stretched Real Salt Lake’s roster is. RSL are going to need to pick up a win sooner rather than later otherwise they’re at risk of a torrid campaign, but this game doesn’t look likely to provide their first three points of the season.
MLS Preview and Prediction: Philadelphia Union vs New York Red Bulls
October 21, 2016 October 21, 2016 / Lewis Addley / Leave a comment
Competition: Major League Soccer – Philadelphia Union vs. New York Red Bulls
Venue: Talen Energy Stadium – Sunday, October 23 – 16:00 ET (21:00 BST)
Match Odds: Philadelphia 6/4 – Draw 9/4 – Red Bulls 17/10
Philadelphia Union welcome New York Red Bulls to Talen Energy Stadium, with the away side on the verge of being named Eastern Conference winners.
The Union haven’t had a lot to shout about in recent weeks. They haven’t won in six but the good news is that they should squeak into the playoffs.
Philadelphia are sitting 6th in the East and it would require a 13 goal swing for 7th placed New England to take that place, which on the face of it, sounds impossible.
Jim Curtin will be gunning for his side to put an end to their winless run, finish the season on a high and go into the playoffs with optimism.
Picture courtesy of philadelphiaunion.com
New York Red Bulls task is simple, avoid a 13 goal swing and they will be named winners of the conference. The squad will be focused on winning the game and finishing the regular season unbeaten in 16.
Bradley Wright-Phillips will be hoping his teammates provide him with the service to fend off David Villa in the race for the Golden Boot.
Red Bulls come into this one having won 3-2 against Crew, they had been three goals to the good, so Jesse Marsch will want a tighter defensive display this weekend.
RBNY’s unbeaten run has been extremely impressive, they will be going into the playoffs full of confidence and ready to take on anyone.
Philadelphia have just the two injury concerns as there are questions about the fitness of both Josh Yaro and Warren Creavalle.
New York Red Bulls are expecting to be without four as Gideon Baah, Connor Lade, Justin Bilyeu and Daniel Royer are all expected to be out.
Philadelphia Union’s last five: D/L/D/L/L
Red Bulls’ last five: D/D/W/W/W
Key Stat: Unbeaten run – New York Red Bulls are unbeaten in their last 15 regular season outings.
Key Player: Bradley Wright-Phillips – BWP is leading the way to win the MLS Golden Boot by one goal. His rival forward Villa has been challenging him all season. All BWP needs to do is play his usual game and the goals will come, he will not put himself before the team for the sake of the record. It is going to be a huge theme of decision day.
Philadelphia Union 1-2 New York Red Bulls – Philadelphia Union’s winless run to extend to seven. They face a Red Bulls side who just don’t look like losing at the moment. Both of these sides will already have an eye on the playoffs. A Union win and results in their favour could see them move up to 5th, but a close loss seems a likely result.
MLS Preview and Prediction: New York Red Bulls vs New York City FC
July 22, 2016 July 22, 2016 / Lewis Addley / Leave a comment
Competition: Major League Soccer – New York Red Bulls vs. New York City FC
Venue: Red Bull Arena – Sunday, July 24 – 13:00 ET (18:00 BST)
Match Odds: New York Red Bulls 7/10 – Draw 3/1 – New York City FC 7/2
It’s the Hudson River Derby this Sunday as New York Red Bulls host rivals New York City FC at Red Bull Arena in a huge Eastern Conference battle between two fierce rivals.
New York Red Bulls welcome City for the first time this season, with the previous two meetings both coming at Yankee Stadium. The sides are tied with a win a piece so far this term. The latest meeting ended with a 2-0 loss for the Red Bulls in a result not many would have predicted after they thrashed City 7-0 back in April.
That 2-0 defeat a month ago was also the first time NYCFC managed to overcome their local enemies so this clash couldn’t be more finely poised.
Jesse Marsch’s side come into this one struggling for form, with just one win in their last six outings. The Red Bulls are sitting third on 28 points, trailing NYCFC, who lead the Eastern Conference, by five points going into the weekend.
It is away form that is troubling New York Red Bulls as they have been on a solid run at home. They’ve won six of their last seven ties and kept a clean sheet in their last six at Red Bull Arena.
New York City FC come into this one with the bragging rights over their rivals, as previously mentioned and sitting topof the East will only boost morale. But there is plenty of work to do to if they are to take all three points here.
Patrick Vieira will be pleased with how his side responded to their 3-1 away loss to SKC as they bounced straight back to winning ways with a 3-1 win over Montreal last time out.
NYCFC had the look of a side who believed they could overcome any opponent in that win last weekend, they were under pressure for large parts of the game but defended well and countered with great precision.
The New York City players will be hoping to further avenge the pain they put their fans through in that 7-0 loss at Yankee Stadium with a win in their rivals backyard this time around.
New York Red Bulls have just two injury concerns heading into the derby as Kemar Lawrence and Gideon Baah both remain out.
New York City have a bit of an injury crisis on their hands at the moment, as they could be without as many as six for this one. Connor Brandt, Steven Mendoza, Shannon Gomez, Ronald Matarrita and Khiry Shelton all look set to miss out, while Andoni Iraola has been training after suffering his ankle injury last weekend but remains a doubt.
New York Red Bulls’ last five: D/L/D/W/D
New York City FC’s last five: W/W/W/L/W
Key Stat: Home form – New York Red Bulls have won six of their last seven home games in Major League Soccer.
Key Player: Sacha Kljestan – The Red Bulls midfielder has a huge role for the derby. He will be tasked with keeping the inform NYCFC midfielders quiet. If he can stop the likes of Frank Lampard and Andrea Pirlo bossing the game his side have a great chance of winning this tie. Possibly an even more important task for the Red Bulls midfielder will be to keep service to the City stars to a minimum.
New York Red Bulls 2-2 New York City FC – This has the makings of a classic tie. Both sides are in form in one way or another. With Red Bulls looking solid at home and with City winning six of their last seven outings it’s difficult to see either side losing. RBNY know they have to win this tie to close the gap on their neighbours, while a draw for NYCFC will see them remain top of the East beyond this weekend. Score draw.
MLS Preview and Prediction: New York Red Bulls vs Orlando City
Competition: Major League Soccer – New York Red Bulls vs. Orlando City
Venue: Red Bull Arena – Wednesday, July 13 – 19:30 ET (00:30 BST)
Match Odds: NY Red Bulls 8/15 – Draw 100/30 – Orlando 9/2
New York Red Bulls welcome Eastern Conference rivals Orlando City to Red Bull Arena on Wednesday evening in one of six regular season midweek games.
The Red Bulls saw their five-game home winning streak come to an end at the weekend as they only managed a 0-0 draw with Portland.
That result has left New York Red Bulls without a win in their last four, drawing two and losing two. They are currently fourth in the East, trailing top spot by six points.
New York have been very tough to break down at Red Bull Arena and have kept five consecutive clean sheets. They will be feeling confident of getting back to winning ways in this tie.
Orlando City have struggled for form on the road in recent weeks and their winless away run has extended to six games.
OCSC come into this one off the back of their 0-0 draw with Houston and have now managed just one win in their last six outings.
Orlando are now sitting eighth in the East, one point outside the playoff places and three points off the Red Bulls heading into this tie, so a victory would push them right back into the mix.
Worryingly for Orlando, they have conceded at least two goals in their last six games on the road. They’ll know they cannot afford to give the Red Bulls anything to boost their confidence early in this tie otherwise they risk seeing their struggles on the road worsen.
New York Red Bulls could still be without as many as three players as Damien Perrinelle, Kemar Lawrence and Tyler Adam are all carrying injuries. Aurelien Collin and Chris Duvall are both set to return after they served their suspensions last time out.
Orlando City have three injury concerns heading into this tie, as Pedro Ribeiro and Kaka are both still expected to be out, while Rafael Ramos is a doubt.
New York Red Bulls’ last five: W/L/D/L/D
Orlando City’s last five: D/D/W/L/D
Key Stat: New York Red Bulls are unbeaten in their last six home matches in Major League Soccer, winning five and drawing the other.
Key Player: Bradley Wright-Phillips – The Red Bulls forward has netted five in his last six games at Red Bull Arena. He will be eager to get back amongst the goals here after going two games without hitting the back of the net.
New York Red Bulls 2-1 Orlando City – New York Red Bulls to continue the theme of putting two goals past Orlando City as a visiting side. This looks like it has the makings of a tight tie with New York likely to edge it considering their strong home form.
2016 MLS Season Preview: New York Red Bulls
February 21, 2016 February 21, 2016 / Lewis Addley / 1 Comment
As the 2016 MLS season edges closer, we’ll be publishing each team’s MLS 2016 Season Preview. Today we take a look at what New York Red Bulls will be hoping to achieve this season.
New York Red Bulls come into the 2016 season with a squad in solid shape, who will be hoping to improve on last season’s bow out at the Conference Finals stage of the playoffs. Jesse Marsch has a strong squad ready for the new campaign and will be looking for his side to challenge for the Eastern Conference title once again. His side are the holders of the Supporters’ Shield and will be hungry to try and retain their title with a squad that hasn’t changed too drastically. Their 60-point tally last term was a brilliant effort and as the new season comes closer they will be itching to get going and look to get off to a strong start.
Western Conference – Position: 1st – P34 – W18 – D6 – L10
Photo: @NewYorkRedBulls
There isn’t an awful lot for New York Red Bulls to improve on. They were unlucky in the Playoffs and as we know, knockout rounds are a lottery. Losing less games is something that they can prioritise, as although they won the Supporters’ Shield, they still lost on ten occasions during the regular season. They won five home games on the bounce and six home games on the bounce on two separate spells in the 2015 season, showing that Red Bull Arena can be a fortress and an essential place for Marsch’s side to pick up a lot of points. This is something they have to keep doing in the coming season.
Key changes to squad:
Ins: Tyler Adams – Defender, Scott Thomsen – Defender, Gideon Baah – Defender, Derrick Etienne – Midfielder, Chris Thorsheim – Midfielder, Mael Corboz – Midfielder, Brandon Allen – Forward & Alex Muyl – Forward
Outs: Santiago Castano – Goalkeeper, Matt Miazga – Defender, Shawn McLaws – Defender, Roy Miller – Defender, Anthony Miller – Defender, Leo Stolz – Midfielder, Marius Obekop – Midfielder, Dane Richards – Midfielder & Manolo Sanchez – Forward
Bradley Wright-Phillips – The obvious choice is the New York Red Bulls’ talisman. He netted 17 goals last campaign and will be looking to improve and push his side forward as the new season starts. BWP, typical of any frontman, plays off of confidence, and once he gets going he is tough to stop. When he gets it right in front of goal NYRB normally take all three points. The 30 year old will be expected to provide for his side again this year and we all know what he is capable of.
Gideon Baah – The new signing has some big boots to fill following Matt Miazga’s departure to Chelsea. The 24 year old has made just one appearance for his national side, Ghana, but has shown the potential for international recognition. The NYRB defence was solid last season, and parterned with their attacking options, boasted the best goal difference in Major League Soccer in 2015. Baah has a lot of pressure coming into the side but that sometimes helps new signings to up their game from the outset.
Eastern Conference – 2nd – New York Red Bulls should be battling at the top of the Eastern Conference in 2016 and will be aiming for a solid performance in the playoffs. We’ve predicted NYRB to drop into second place come the end of the season, simply because they have lost a star man in Miazga and they haven’t yet made a standout signing. Jesse Marsch does however have a strong squad at his disposal and will be expecting another strong campaign from his side in 2016.
What are you expecting from New York Red Bulls in 2016?
Former Chelsea and Manchester City star free to complete MLS move
May 27, 2015 / Jamie Ives / Leave a comment
Former Chelsea and Manchester City star Shaun Wright-Phillips is free to join up with brother Bradley Wright-Phillips at New York Red Bulls following his release at Queens Park Rangers.
Wright-Phillips has endured a torrid time at QPR and only played 128 minutes in the Premier League this season; only managing one start.
As he heads towards the twilight years of his career, SWP may want to join his brother at the Red Bulls. They are currently in search for a natural winger to replace Thierry Henry on the left flank, after the Arsenal legend retired at the end of the 2014 MLS season.
Bradley Wright-Phillips has been sensational since moving to the States in 2013 and has an incredible goalscoring record of 33 goals in just 48 games for the Red Bulls.
BWP, holder of the MLS Golden Boot award, has started the current season in form, already netting five goals in 11 appearances.
The addition of SWP would provide balance to the side as well as frightening pace on both flanks, with Lloyd Sam already playing from the right.
Having already played for top clubs in England like Manchester City, Chelsea and QPR; the winger has more than enough pedigree to perform in MLS.
Would Shaun Wright-Phillips benefit from a move to Major League Soccer?
MLS Preview and Prediction: New York Red Bulls vs Philadelphia Union
May 22, 2015 May 22, 2015 / Jamie Ives / Leave a comment
Competition: Major League Soccer – New York Red Bulls vs. Philadelphia Union
Venue: Red Bull Arena – Sunday, May 24 – 17:00 ET (22:00 BST)
Match Odds: New York 7/10 – Draw 13/5 – Philadelphia 4/1
New York Red Bulls host Philadelphia Union in the live Sky Sports match this Sunday night. The Union will feel confident of producing a result, following an impressive 1-0 win over DC United last time out, but face a tough test away at New York this week.
DON’T MISS: FIFA 15 Predicts – New York Red Bulls vs. Philadelphia Union
The Red Bulls have impressed so far this season, however, draws are hindering their potential. Jesse Marsch’s men have drawn five times, going behind in four of them with the other draw being a goalless affair away to FC Dallas last weekend.
The Red Bulls go into this one as overwhelming favourites, having only lost two of their last 19 home games in MLS, and another win could see them leapfrog New England Revolution into second place in the Eastern Conference should the Revs drop points at home to DC United.
New York Red Bulls’ record this season: P10 – W4 – D5 – L1
Philadelphia will feel buoyed after beating Eastern Conference leaders DC United last Sunday and will face another tough task at the Red Bulls as they look for just their third win of the campaign.
The 1-0 win over DC was the first time the Union has kept a clean sheet since the opening day of the season, and was their first win in six.
Philadelphia Union’s record this season: P12 – W2 – D3 – L7
Boasting the worst defence in the league, the Union will have to be at their best to keep out last year’s MLS Golden Boot winner Bradley Wright-Phillips if they are to pick up points come the end of play on Sunday evening.
New York Red Bulls will be without Sal Zizzo and Ronald Zubar, who both miss out through injury, while Matt Miazga is away on international duty with the USMNT Under 20s, so Damien Perrinelle and Karl Ouimette should start as the centre-back pairing once again.
Philadelphia Union are missing Andre Blake, Michael Lahoud and Steven Vitoria. Antoine Hoppenot and Raymon Gaddis are both doubts so may not feature. Maurice Edu could move into midfield following another stint in defence.
New York Red Bulls’ last five: D/D/L/W/D
Philadelphia Union’s last five: L/L/L/L/W
Key Stat: Philadelphia Union have never won away from home when playing the New York Red Bulls.
Key Player: Bradley Wright-Phillips – Last year’s Golden Boot winner, BWP, is always a threat in front of goal and playing against the worst defence in the league could see him bag a few goals.
New York Red Bulls 2-0 Philadelphia Union – The Red Bulls look too strong at the moment and should blow the Union away with ease.
MLS Preview and Prediction: New England Revolution vs New York Red Bulls
May 1, 2015 May 1, 2015 / Lewis Addley / Leave a comment
Competition: Major League Soccer – New England Revolution vs. New York Red Bulls
Venue: Gillette Stadium – Saturday, May 2nd – 19:30 ET (00:30 BST)
Match Odds: New England Revolution 23/20 – Draw 23/10 – New York Red Bulls 23/10
New England Revolution face New York Red Bulls on Saturday in one of this weekend’s standout fixtures. The Eastern Conference rivals are just separated by a point with the Revs leading the conference after eight weeks.
Jay Heaps’ side have had a strong start to the season and will be challenged here against a Red Bulls side that remain the only unbeaten team in MLS.
The Revs come into this one off back-to-back wins in a six-game unbeaten streak and look in a strong position ahead of the game.
Goals have been coming from all over the field for New England, five from midfield and five from the forward line, with seven different scorers netting those ten goals. Charlie Davies has bagged two in his last two outings and will be hoping he can prove himself to be a big game player in this one.
New York Red Bulls remain unbeaten but have drawn four of their opening seven games. With back-to-back home draws, they will hope for better success on the road but will need to try and stop conceding the first goal to improve their chances.
It seems as if they are missing out on opportunities to be leading the Eastern Conference but if they can continue this unbeaten form it will give them a great chance of competing for top spot.
Bradley Wright-Phillips and Lloyd Sam have started the season in brilliant form, scoring six between them. Wright-Phillips netted again midweek and his form in front of goal will be pivotal to how his side fare in the big games.
Red Bulls will have had just three days between this and their 1-1 draw against Colorado Rapids. They would have been expecting to win that game and cannot afford any complacency this weekend.
New England Revolution could be without four as Darrius Barnes, Jose Goncalves, Daigo Kobayashi and Lee Nguyen are carrying injuries. Nguyen would be a huge miss in the middle of the park but the Revs have coped well without key players already this season so Heaps should be able to rejig his midfield to cater for any potential absentees.
New York Red Bulls have just one injury concern to defender Ronald Zubar. Other than that Jesse Marsch has a full squad at his disposal. He will again be hoping for Wright-Phillips and Sam to combine but knows this is going to be a tough test.
New England Revolution’s last five: W/W/D/W/W
New York Red Bulls’ last five: W/D/W/D/D
Key Stat: Goals – There have been 16 goals in the last five meetings between the sides so if that is anything to go by we could have an end-to-end tie.
Key Player: Lloyd Sam – The Red Bulls forward has really stepped up so far this season and is a real threat, he can be key to unlocking the Revs defence.
New England Revolution 2-2 New York Red Bulls – Another close tie with action like usual. The Red Bulls to continue their unbeaten run in possibly their toughest challenge so far.
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The History of the Philadelphia Phillies, 2d ed.
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SKU: 9780786470280 Categories: Sports, Baseball, Teams
With more losses and last-place finishes than any other club in Major League Baseball, the Philadelphia Phillies have earned a reputation as one of the most unsuccessful teams ever to take the field. Even so, the Phillies have boasted many unforgettable players and achieved a number of notable triumphs. This history of the Phillies begins with the club’s inception in 1883 and goes through the 2012 season, highlighting the team’s finer moments and players but also covering less memorable times. Among the people and events it recounts are the great outfield of the 1890s, Chuck Klein’s slugging feats, the 1980 World Series, the surprise 1993 pennant win, and the very successful years in Citizens Bank Park, including the world champions of 2008. An exploration of the Phillies’ special relationship with Philadelphia and numerous historic photographs complete this comprehensive celebration of the oldest continuous one-name, one-city franchise in professional sports history.
A longtime Philadelphia baseball fan, David M. Jordan is a retired attorney and the author of nine books on the Civil War, political events, and baseball.
David M. Jordan
Format: softcover (7 x 10)
Table of Contents
1 • The Coming of the Phillies 5
2 • The Phillies in the 1890s 11
3 • The American League Invasion 19
4 • Dooin Takes the Reins 27
5 • A Pennant for Pat Moran 35
6 • For Pickles Dillhoefer??? 41
7 • Hitting Isn’t Everything 51
8 • Doormats of the National League 58
9 • The Wartime Phillies 64
10 • Postwar Vistas 72
11 • Jubilee 81
12 • Middle-Class Baseball 89
13 • The Coming of Gene Mauch 97
14 • Tote’m Home Pennant 104
15 • Last Years of an Old Ballpark 112
16 • The Vet 120
17 • The Ozark Years 124
18 • The Team That Wouldn’t Die 135
19 • Another Flag 146
20 • Michael Jack and the Dude 155
21 • Winning—and Losing—Wild 167
22 • More Losing Seasons 179
23 • Last Years of the Vet 186
24 • A Fine New Ballpark 191
25 • All the Way 198
26 • J-Roll, Chase and Ryan 205
27 • On to the World Series! No, Wait… 216
28 • Glory Nevertheless 223
Bibliography 233
Index 237
Reviews of the first edition: “an engaging book that covers the club’s inception in 1883 to the start of the 2001 season…a well-researched book”—Choice; “the Phillies have had some splendid players and notable triumphs”—Sports Collectors Digest; “covers Phillies history from their inception in 1883 to the 2000 season”—The SABR Bulletin.
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A Must See! Temples & Shrines in Asakusa – Asakusa Shrine
By Magical Trip - September 28, 2017
“Asakusa” Shrine is right next to the famous “Kaminarimon (Gate of Thunder). It is also known as “Sanja Gongen” or “Sanja-sama”.
Let’s check the history and attractions of Asakusa Shrine. Why is it called “Sanja Gongen” or “Sanja-sama”? What kind of benefit does it confer? When was it founded?
About Asakusa Shrine
source: https://matcha-jp.com/jp/1010
Asakusa Shrine was founded in 628 when a Buddha statue was found in the River “Sumida”. It was fisherman brothers who found the Buddha statue and they are enshrined at Asakusa Shrine.
The intellectual, Hajino Nakatomo who recognized the statue as “Kannon Bosatsu” (Kannnon Bodhisattva) when the Buddha statue was found, is also enshrined at Asakusa Shrine together with two fishermen.
In this way, Asakusa Shrine has a history that three people are enshrined and it been named “Sanja” (three shrines). So that people call it “Sanja”.
source: https://xn—-kx8a55x5zdu8lw8ih93b.jinja-tera-gosyuin-meguri.com/
Further, in the Meiji Era, Ieyasu Tokugawa and “Ookuninushi-no-Mikoto” ( a Shinto deity) were newly enshrined. Until then the shrine used to be called “Sanja” (three shrines) because three persons were enshrined, but it was renamed officially as “Asakusa” Shrine and it is so to the present.
Asakusa Shrine grants you happiness of the family, safe driving, prosperous business, prevention from diseases, good health, success in examinations, etc. Asakusa Shrine is known to be for “Shingan Joju” (All your earnest wished will be fulfilled).
Sightseeing Spots – A Must See
Attention “Komainu” (guardian dogs)!
In front of Asakusa Shrine there is a gallant guardian dog which protects the shrine from the evil. He has bangs, oval eyes as well as curly beads and a moderate pug nose which are typical features of Edo guardian dogs. Why not meet a gallant but quiet guardian dog.
Shrine in “Gongen-zukuri” style, (Shinto architecture)
source: http://kyoto-omoide.co.jp/blog/detail.php?seq=165
The main building of Asakusa Shrine is called “Gongen-zukuri”, one of architectural styles of shrine building. It started in “Kitano” Shrine in the Heian Period and has been widely used in modern shrine buildings since Toshogu Shrine adopted it. It is also called “Ishinoma-zukuri” or “Yatsumune-zukuri”. The current main building of Asakusa Shrine was donated by Iemitsu Tokugawa, the 3rd Shogun. Even today after 350 years, it still preserves the original figure of that period.
The pair of guardian dogs has a magic power of matchmaking
source: http://kankou-map.com/asakusa/asakusajinja/
Passing “Torii” (a shrine gate) you will find “Meoto Komainu” (a pair of guardian dogs) near “Kaguraden” (Shinto dance hall). They are rather small. Usually guardian dogs are placed face to face, but “Meoto Komainu” are placed closely side by side. Since they are cuddling close to each other, people believe that “Meoto Komainu” brings you a good marriage, fulfillments in love and harmony between married couples.
Many Paintings of Sacred Beasts in the Shrine
source: https://www.mwed.jp/hall/15280/
A lot of sacred beasts are painted in the shrine. Most of them are fictitious animals and they are symbols wishing peace and people’s happiness. The sacred beasts are from Chinese ancient myth such as “Hooh” (a Chinese phoenix), “Kirin” (a Chinese unicorn), “Hiryuu”(a wyvern). Let’s find them in the shrine.
Information about ”Asakusa” Shrine
・Address: 2-3-1 Asakusa, Taito-ku, Tokyo
・Telephone: 03-3844-1575
・Hours: Free visit in the shrine Office: 9:00a.m. – 4:30p.m.
・Holiday Non
・Direction by subway
7 minutes walk from the exit 1 at “Asakusa” Station, Tokyo Metro “Ginza” Line or Toei Chikatetsu “Asakusa” Line
7 minutes walk from “Asakusa” Station, Tobu Skytree Line
10 minutes walk from the exit A1, “Asakusa” Station, Tsukuba Express
Travel time: about 40 minutes from Haneda Airport, about 70 minutes from Narita Airport, about 25 minutes from “Tokyo” Station
・Official Site URL http://www.asakusajinja.jp/
A Must See! Temples and Shrines in Asakusa – “Hikan Inari” Shrine
A Must See! Temples & Shrines in Asakusa - ”Ushijima” Shrine
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Vision Zero Automotive Network Launches Preferred Retailer Locator
More from Vision Zero
Bernie Sapienza
• The Vision Zero Automotive Network debuted its Preferred Retailer Locator at its website starting with Car Toys locations and retailers from Restylers United
• Consumers can search for retailers that specialize in more than 30 services over six categories
• “We want to thank Car Toys and Restylers United for being the first retailers to join us on this mission. Our objective is to educate consumers on the severity of traffic-related accidents and fatalities and then show how we can eliminate them through technology that is readily available for vehicles they already own. Adding the Preferred Retailer locator gives us the final piece to guide engaged consumers to dedicated retailers that can upgrade their vehicles with life-saving enhancements.”
Car Toys, Restylers United are first approved stores listed
SOUTHFIELD, MICH., July 1, 2019 (MEDIAWIRE) – The Vision Zero Automotive Network announced that it has launched a Preferred Retailer locator at its new website, visionzero.us. Seattle, Wash.-based Car Toys chain is one of two organizations first approved to populate the locator, adding 48 stores throughout Washington, Oregon, Colorado and Texas. The other is Restylers United, a 15-location organization comprising individual chains and stores specializing in automotive aftermarket enhancement. The locator is the first step in helping consumers find quality retailers that specialize in the latest vehicle safety technology for the aftermarket.
“We are honored to be a Vision Zero Automotive Network partner and a Preferred Retailer,” said Greg Parsonson, president of Car Toys. “Our goals to make driving safer are perfectly aligned. We are very excited by the promise of the newest driver safety technologies to make driving safer than ever before, and the process must begin with awareness and education. Eliminating distracted driving fatalities is not just a goal, but should be THE goal for our industry.”
The Vision Zero Automotive Network launched its new website at visionzero.us in April 2019 with a focus on educating visitors, introducing aftermarket safety technologies and enlisting safety product manufacturers and suppliers to participate. The new Preferred Retailer locator lets visitors search for qualified retail centers by distance from their location as well as proximity to an entered address. Visitors can further refine the list based on six categories and more than 30 product types and services offered.
“Restylers United is excited to be a part of the Vision Zero Automotive Network,” said Jared Cohen, Restylers United member and president of Auto Action in Kenilworth, N.J. “Our experience in both the retail and wholesale markets allows us to understand and fulfill the complexities associated with ADAS (Advanced Driver Assistance Systems) technology. We welcome this additional opportunity to educate customers and provide the highest level of sales and support for this important segment.”
The Vision Zero Automotive Network has also finalized its qualifications for other retail locations to join and have their location listed as a Preferred Retailer. In order to be listed, retailers must meet three main requirements:
The ability to offer complete sales and service of safety products. Preferred Retailers have sales and service facilities, along with the required specialty tools to ensure the job is done right.
A complete understanding of safety products available for vehicles, and the ability to explain them in non-industry speak. Preferred Retailers continually evaluate aftermarket safety products to ensure they deliver the same quality performance as factory-installed versions.
Ongoing education. Preferred Retailers must attend industry recognized training on an annual basis to stay up-to-date on the latest products, vehicle specifics and installation practices.
Retailers that feel they meet the requirements can fill out the Preferred Retailer application at mwi.re/PR-App, or go to visionzero.us and click “Become a Preferred Retailer” under the About Us heading.
“We want to thank Car Toys and Restylers United for being the first retailers to join us on this mission,” said Bernie Sapienza, executive director of the Vision Zero Automotive Network. “Our objective is to educate consumers on the severity of traffic-related accidents and fatalities and then show how we can eliminate them through technology that is readily available for vehicles they already own. Adding the Preferred Retailer locator gives us the final piece to guide engaged consumers to dedicated retailers that can upgrade their vehicles with life-saving enhancements.”
For more information on the Vision Zero Automotive network, please contact Bernie Sapienza, executive director, at bsapienza@visionzero.us, or visit the website at www.visionzero.us.
About the Vision Zero Automotive Network
“Vision Zero Automotive Network” is a 501(c)(3) non-profit entity dedicated to educating and encouraging the saving of lives through the addition of life-saving technologies. Our mission, simply stated, is to save lives. Using several Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) and technologies developed for the automotive aftermarket, we have the power to make an impact now. We want to use that power to every driver’s advantage. Not in ten years. Not next year. Not next week. Not tomorrow. Today, right this minute, the aftermarket consumer electronics industry have the products and the technology that can help drivers avoid deadly accidents. Our mission is to get those products into cars and trucks that already exist, now. And once we do, we can help avoid 10,000 deaths on U.S. roads.
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Opinions Tue, 21 Mar 2017
The challenge with Ghana's education has never been how to make education fee free
By: Ananpansah, Abraham
Should it just be the question of fee free education? Is that what we have identified as the main challenge with our educational system as it stands now? As a country, what are our educational priorities? Must it always be politics as usual or fulfilling some campaign promise? More of such questions soon....
In fact,as a citizen, not a spectator, and a concerned one at that,I have been wondering and grappling with some few issues the very day His excellency Williams Nana Addo Dankwa Akuffo-Addo made public his intention to commence his policy of free S.H.S come September 2017.
Indeed, the very first day I read about the supposed policy packages, I was like wow! Has Ghana gotten to that level already?
I must state that in as much as I'm not oblivious and for that matter agree with the constitutional provision that guarantees progressively free secondary education, I want to believe there can be more to our kind of free education than meet the ordinary mind's eye.
A begger they always say has no choice, and so free in every cycle of life is usually accepted without a choice. But in our case, do you really think we are begging? A big NO! It's our taxes; It's our money for heaven sake! And this is the reason why we have to interrogate the issues and not just fall for anything free... In any case, we are still paying for it, so it's never free.(Credit to all tax payers).
I know it gladden the hearts of many to hear that secondary education in Ghana will soon be free. Why not? After all, the policy in itself appears plausible and commendable, and we are all happy."E no be so?"
But in our unending happiness, let's begin to bother our mind's with some few questions: Do you think it's genuinely possible to comprehensively implement such a policy at this point in time? What is the possible source of funding for this "laudable" policy? Can a developing and nearly broke country as we are being told like Ghana sustainably fund such a policy into the future? You're aware the debate is already raging about the proposed source of funding for the policy... More importantly and for the purpose of this article,has the major challenge with our educational system at present to do with how to make education fee free? Does free education guarantees quality education? Will free compromise quality?
Think of it, if truly and in all sincerity, it's the question of free and cheap education, we all know and, indeed, it's common knowledge that private schools pay far more than government schools. In fact, basic education is virtually free and compulsory in Ghana. But have you ever wondered why the political class has their children in expensive private basic schools instead of the free public basic schools? If it's not abroad then it's international schools for such "golden children" They have little faith in our system... How about the teachers that teach these pupils but have their own wards in private schools? Did you also know that rich and poor parents alike are more willing to spend their last penny in funding private education for their wards than fall for the cheap public education? Don't you think these people have found some truth and logic in the adage we learnt at primary school that, 'cheap things cost much?'
Before you get me wrong, I want to state for the avoidance of any doubt that I'm not doubting the value of our public educational system. As a matter of fact, I'm a full product of public education right from nursery to the university. I remember when I got the rare opportunity through a competitive entrance examination to attend a renowned private secondary school, I turned down the offer to the dismay of my own parents. I opted for a less endowed public secondary school, and I have no regrets for my decision. Thanks to my parents for allowing me make my own choice.
I only want you to awaken to the reality that the politician is gradually destroying our education if care is not taken. All they care about is their votes (The public choice theory).
From the forgoing argument,I want to reason with you that the challenge with Ghana's education now is not how to make it free, but how to guarantee quality and make our education meaningful.
I know the think tanks,experts and the media are seeing nothing wrong with the policy except the source of funding. I have followed keenly and listened to their arguments. Just like they never anticipated nor question the source of funding when the policy was being flaunted around and used to make a particular candidate popular all in the name of votes. But "ordinary me", sees everything wrong with this policy.
I tell you,our educational system as it stands now needs a complete overhaul of the curriculum to guarantee quality not just the so called "free education". We must begin to shift from the over formalised, theoretical and marks awarding("chew, pour and pass") type of educational system. The colonial nature of our education must change! Why? Because, it is the reason why we have engineers but will always opt for Chinese contractors to construct our roads. It's the reason why our own parliament will import furniture for the chambers of parliament from outside the country when our own carpenters are dying of talent. It's the reason why all the formal sectors of the Ghanaian economy is choked. Today, we are talking about downsizing the public sector, ban on public sector employment and possible retrenchment. Nurses after years of training are now home unemployed, teachers are following suit.Graduates are theoretically churned from our schools without employable skills linked to industry to be absorbed into the private sector. We are only interested in big certificates and titles without impact. We all want to occupy formal sector positions,since it's where our education best trains us to be... We advance beautiful arguments towards vocational and technical education but do very little to realise same.
In the midst of all these,the politician can only promise us fee free education, and we are all happy. They will always have a choice and a way. What about you and l that are helping them destroy our system? Their wards are studying in the best systems abroad to come back and rule us.
You see the more reason why you and I should be worried if a whole minister of education will only be interested in students obtaining good grades. He says,"heads of schools will be sacked if students fail BECE and WASSCE.(Rephrased)... It's about passing theoretical examination and not acquiring real knowledge, skills and attitudes/abilities (KSAs) relevant to life. So unfortunate!
Fellow citizen, our education is our only hope. Let's not fall for the trick of any politician.There is nothing free in what we are being offered. It's our choice to demand the best and quality of education, and not just the so called fee free education.We are those that will continue to be jobless if our system is compromised the more . Remember, "A quality education grants us the ability to fight the war on ignorance and poverty".Charles B. Rangel...
May God bless us all....
The writer is a teacher by profession, a freelance journalist, blogger and a student of Bachelor of Science Public Administration at the University of Ghana Business School.
Columnist: Ananpansah, Abraham
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Gateway Rolls Out New Low-Cost Servers
Tuesday May 31st 2005 by Dan Muse
Looking to chip away at Dell and HP, Gateway today announced three servers designed to help small and midsize enterprises more efficiently run applications and databases.
Hoping to chip away at Dell and HP for server and storage server market share, Gateway today announced three servers designed to help small- and mid-sized enterprises more efficiently run databases and other applications.
The Gateway 9715 is a 6U rack-mount server that, at $3,999, hits a price point typically associated with 4U servers, according to Gateway.
In addition to running database applications and allowing for server and storage consolidations, 9715 a practical alternative to blade servers, according to Tim Diefenthaler, senior director of server product marketing at Gateway. Diefenthaler said that today's blade servers still cause concerns stemming from issues of heat dissipation and proprietary software for scalability.
Running Microsoft Virtual Server 2005, the 9715 can support multiple instances of Windows server operating systems. (However Diefenthaler said Gateway will not sell the 9715 in a configuration that includes Virtual Server 2005, adding that it will available through the channel for $499.)
At the heart of the 9715 are four Intel Xeon MP processors. The server supports up to 32GB of ECC, DDR2 system memory and up to 3TB of internal storage. It also includes hot-swap power and fans, hot-plug PCI slots and memory, and options for a slotless Fibre Channel connector and Raid on the Motherboard.
The 9715 supports Microsoft Windows Server software, Novell's Netware 6.5, Red Hat Linux Enterprise 3.0 and 3.0 EM64T, and SuSe Linux Enterprise 9.0 and 9.0 EM64T. Diefenthaler said that Windows Server 2003 x64 Editions is not supported in this box. "We're waiting for applications such as Exchange and databases [to be available in 64-bit editions]. Gateway plans to launch a Windows Server x64 Edition in the third quarter if applications and drivers are ready.
You can put the 4-way Gateway 9715 server to work as either a 6U rack-mount server or, with an optional conversion kit, a tower system.
For enterprises that prefer a tower configuration rather than a rack-mount system, Diefenthaler said Gateway will offer a conversion kit that transforms the 9715 (see photo). The kit includes a pedestal side skin, a face plate and pedestal feet and casters.
For storage, Gateway's two new servers are based on the existing hardware architecture of the 9315 and 9415. The Gateway 9315 Storage Server runs both network-attached storage (NAS) and storage area networks (SAN) without two separate architectures. Priced at $2,197, the 9315 is designed to function like NAS, but has an external fibre channel connection, allowing it to connect to a SAN.
The 1U server supports up to two Intel Xeon processors and allows up to 1.2TB of internal data storage. Diefenthaler said that the 9315 supports higher-capacity hard drives than competitive products from Dell and HP, allowing the Gateway storage server to reach that 1.2TB mark with only three SATA hard drives. The machine runs Microsoft Windows Storage Server 2003 software.
The 9415 is designed for deployments requiring serious computing power, high availability and storage capability. The device was created with database or Web server applications in mind and can scale to heavy duty ERP and CRM applications.
Like the 9135, the 9415 acts as a NAS head, connecting fibre channels to SAN technology. This 1U rack server supports 64-bit Intel Xeon processors. It also bundles three hot-swap SCSI drive bays with RAID 5 and redundant power supplies.
The 9415 costs $2,098 and will store 900GB of storage. it also runs Windows Storage Server 2003 software.
Internetnews senior editor Clint Boulton contributed to this report.
Dan Muse is executive editor of ServerWatch internet.com's Small Business Channel and EarthWeb's Networking & Communications Channel and ServerWatch.
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Facebook Messenger 2.0 adds AI and bot support
Facebook Messenger is getting a slew of new features via its 2.0 update, the social media giant has announced at its annual F8 press conference.
Speaking at Facebook’s Developer Conference keynote at F8 2017, vice president of Messenger David Marcus outlined what’s coming to the platform.
Changes to the public version
A ‘Discover’ tab has been added to the home screen, allowing users to search for relevant categories, recently used bots, trending experiences and more. Developers can also apply to have their bot included in this curated tab.
M, Facebook’s virtual assistant, can now assist in conversations by recognizing specific tasks and providing suggestions accordingly. This could be anything from offering various stickers such as ‘thank you’ to respond, setting reminders or paying someone back or receiving payment via P2P payments.
In certain locations, such as concerts and sports games, bots will be able to provide more information when new parametric QR codes are scanned.
Chat Extensions allow multiple users to message the same business at the same time. A bot can be added to the group, allowing for the conversation and experience to be shared on social media.
Bot support is being added to Messenger games, as well as a ‘Games’ tab to the home screen, which allows for users to challenge their friends more easily.
Changes to the business/developer version
It will now be easier for businesses to communicate with customers who contact them through Messenger. Using AI bot engine Wit.ai, Facebook pages can automatically respond to the most frequently asked questions, such as business hours, contact details and directions and contact details.
Businesses can also work with developers to create multiple bots for different uses, such as one directly responsible for customer service and another for personal shopping.
Businesses are now able to generate multiple parametric QR codes for one bot, offering their customers more choice. For example, to track where a code was scanned, or to apply a different QR code for each table at a restaurant. This also gives people the potential to scan via the camera instead of the QR scanner feature.
Source: F8
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Historic Numbers of Monarchs Seek Shelter at Roost Sites in the Lake Erie Region
Wednesday, September 18th, 2019 at 2:42 pm by Jim Lovett
Filed under Monarch Migration | Comments Off on Historic Numbers of Monarchs Seek Shelter at Roost Sites in the Lake Erie Region
Republished with permission of the Southern Lepidopterists Society
by Candy Sarikonda
The monarch fallout which occurred during the weekend of September 7-10, 2018 was truly of historic proportion. Thousands of monarchs were reported roosting at numerous sites from Toronto to Chicago, with countless monarchs sheltering from a powerful storm at roost sites in the Lake Erie islands and along Ohio’s Lake Erie shoreline. This once-in-a-lifetime event triggered by remnants of Tropical Storm Gordon sent monarch enthusiasts squealing with delight on social media. The Nor’easter swept through the Lake Erie region during peak fall migration for the monarchs, and sent the monarchs dropping from the sky to seek shelter from the powerful winds and rain that swept through the region.
I raise monarchs from wild eggs I have collected in my northwest Ohio garden. This allows me to be better able to predict the timing and size of the fall migration in my area, based on when my wild-collected monarchs begin to eclose in September. The first week of September 2018 my wild monarchs were eclosing, and I knew peak migration was moving through my area. I carefully watched the weather, and noted the remnants of Tropical Storm Gordon moving through the Lake Erie region. I had also noted reports of large numbers of monarchs being sighted much of the summer and I knew this combination of peak migration, large population size and storm activity had the potential to create large monarch roosts at favored sites in and along Lake Erie. But nothing could have prepared me for just how spectacular this migratory event would be.
I journeyed to South Bass Island in Lake Erie with my mother and children to document the anticipated monarch roosts. We arrived at Catawba Point the afternoon of Friday, September 7th and were stunned to learn that the Nor’easter had already moved in quite fiercely, to the point that the Miller Ferry boat captains were warning passengers that they would likely be cancelling ferry service for Saturday evening and Sunday, due to 10 foot waves on Lake Erie and the storm surge created by the powerful winds. We sought the advice of friends on the island, and decided to still make the journey to South Bass Island, just 3 miles off shore. We had to leave our car on the mainland, and journeyed over to South Bass Island as foot passengers on the ferry.
We arrived on the island and my friend DJ Parker gave us his electric golf cart to use. We headed to our favorite chocolate shop and the downtown area for some lobster bisque. As we ate, I noticed only about a half dozen boats in the harbor, the place seemed empty. VERY unusual for a Friday night, and a bit concerning. I checked the radar, and noted rain was headed our way. So we finished eating and headed back to DJ’s to spend the night
Screenshot of meterorologist Ryan Wichman’s facebook page during storm (Photo by Candy)
My gut instinct told me the monarchs would be at the lighthouse grounds on the southernmost tip of the island. But I did not want to risk my family getting caught in the rain. So my family stayed at DJ’s, and I headed to the lighthouse grounds alone
As I reached the sunflower field next to the lighthouse grounds, I scanned it for monarchs. I saw 4 monarchs still feeding. It was getting a little dark due to sunset and the approaching storm. I knew the monarchs should be roosting, but I did not see any flying toward the usual spot in the trees next to the sunflower field.
CA Regional Weather Server at SFSU 8-IX-2018 satellite image of Gordon
I headed to the adjacent lighthouse grounds, parked, and stood in the driveway watching for monarchs that were flying toward the line of trees. Nothing was happening near the sunflower field. But out of the corner of my eye, through a gap in the trees, I saw 2 monarchs hovering around the other side of the trees (on the lighthouse side). They flitted along the trees, clearly looking for a roosting spot, and I followed them. They flew further down along the trees, I pursued them, and as I rounded the tree line I was greeted with hackberry and maple trees filled with clusters.
I found 1000 monarchs taking refuge at this location on the leeward side of the trees at the South Bass Island lighthouse grounds. This is the largest number I have documented at this site in 5 years, and I have never seen them roost in this particular location on the lighthouse grounds. But it was a perfect location, warm and sheltered from the sustained 20-30 mph NNE winds which were still increasing. I messaged my friend, Darlene Burgess, who does the monarch counts at Point Pelee National Park. She reported 10,000 monarchs were roosting at the tip of Point Pelee. We were excited.
I continued to observe the monarchs before me. The stable flies were biting me like crazy. I could barely stand to take pictures of the roosts.
The things one does to document monarchs.
Determined, I texted Jackie Taylor of the Lake Erie Islands Nature and Wildlife Center, and she joined me at the roosts. Her partner is a ferry boat captain, and she warned me that the ferrymen were now saying they would likely stop ferry service after just a few runs in the morning. I needed to leave the island with my family first thing in the morning, or be forced to stay until Monday.
All night I listened to the winds as my children slept.
We got up early the next morning, ate a quick breakfast, and went with DJ to the lighthouse grounds. As expected, the monarchs were still roosting just after sunrise. A few dozen monarchs would erupt from clusters in bursts to the delight of my family, but then quickly returned to the clusters.
We enjoyed them for a bit, but alas we knew we had to leave. Time was running out to get home safely…
September 8, 2018, South Bass Island monarchs roosting in maple tree (Photo by Candy)
September 7, 2018, South Bass Island, monarchs roosting in maple tree (Photo by Candy)
We arrived home, and I watched the roost reports pour in on Journey North and social media throughout the day on September 8th. DJ Parker texted me to say he had a roost of 100 monarchs for the first time ever, in the trees next to his ice cream shop’s garden near downtown Put-in-Bay on South Bass Island. Another observer on the island reported seeing 100 monarchs in a roost near Park Hotel adjacent to the downtown park. Researchers with Pelee Island Bird Observatory reported on their Facebook page that they were seeing “innumerable monarchs” on Pelee Island’s West Beach beginning 9-9-18, ultimately staying 3 days to ride out the strong winds before leaving their roosts to fly out over Lake Erie. Several observers at Wendy Park, on the Lake Erie shoreline near downtown Cleveland, OH also reported seeing 1000 monarchs roosting in the trees along the leeward side of the main woodlot and other areas of the park, remaining there through September 9th.
September 7, 2018, South Bass Island, monarchs cluster in maple tree (Photo by Candy)
Tagged monarch YUJ012 by Patrick Hogan
September 9th also saw several more reports. Steve Altic on Kelleys Island in Lake Erie reported seeing 200 monarchs at the southernmost tip of the island, roosting in a birch tree about 50 feet from the water’s edge to escape the 25mph winds. A second observer, Bryan Plonski, reported seeing at least 500 monarchs roosting on Kelleys Island from 9-9-18 to 9-10-18, on the west side of trees away from the strong NNE winds. He was delighted, reporting that he had never seen so many butterflies roosting at this site before. The Lake Erie Islands Conservancy reported on Facebook on September 9th, noting monarchs were taking refuge in several island preserves. “Large concentrations of monarchs were found in large trees out of the wind” near Lake Erie on 9-8-18 and 9-9-18, including at Scheeff East Point Preserve and Massie Cliffside Preserve on South Bass Island in Lake Erie and at Middle Bass East Point Preserve on Middle Bass Island in Lake Erie. Video and images of the roosts were posted to their Facebook page on September 9th.
September 10, 2018, Monarchs cluster in dogwood at Ottawa National Wildlife Refuge (Photo by Candy)
September 10, 2018, Monarch cluster in willow at Ottawa National Wildlife Refuge (Photo by Candy)
Reports continued along Ohio’s shoreline. Nothing was more spectacular than the monarch fallout that occurred at Ottawa National Wildlife Refuge in Oak Harbor, Ohio, along the Lake Erie shoreline beginning on 9-8-18.
September 10, 2018, Monarch sips water from its body at Ottawa National Wildlife Refuge (photo by Candy)
Monarchs lined up on the leeward side at Ottawa National Wildlife Refuge (Photo by Jackie Riley)
Roost sizes increased as we neared Lake Erie (Ottawa National Wildlife Refuge) (Photo by Jackie Riley)
Small portion of one of over 70 roosts along a 6 mile trek (Ottawa National Wildlife Refuge) (Photo by Jackie Riley)
Struggling to gain a foothold in the winds (Ottawa National Wildlife Refuge) (Photo by Jackie Riley)
Holding steady on the nearest plant (Ottawa National Wildlife Refuge) (Photo by Jackie Riley)
Refuge staff reported conducting a monarch count from 7-9:30am on 9-9-18, during which they counted 30,000 monarchs roosting in trees along the roads on the park’s Wildlife Drive. Staff reported, “We are experiencing the remnants of Gordon, so we have strong wind pushing off of Lake Erie (16-20mph) creating a Nor’easter. The water levels are pretty high from a combination of rainfall and lake levels over the past 20 hours. Temps are about 60 degrees F with high humidity. The monarchs are roosting on the western side of the trees out of the wind as much as they can be, but they are still bouncing around like crazy. There are pockets of them low in willows and dogwood, but even more towards the tops of cottonwood and maple trees. They were packed in there so tightly that in spots we thought that the leaves had started to change until we had a closer look! There are also monarchs moving over the marshes in the hundreds…Every tree had monarchs on it, from South Estuary Avenue thru North Estuary Avenue and parts of Veler Road and Trumpeter Trail, and a small section of Stange Road. Absolutely incredible.”
Massive roost with many in motion at Ottawa National Wildlife Refuge (Photo by Jackie Riley)
Jackie W. Riley of the Ohio Lepidopterists Society also reported from Ottawa National Wildlife Refuge later that same day (9-9-18). Riley reported viewing monarchs from 2-4:15 pm at the refuge, and at first estimated seeing approximately 2 million monarchs. She later revised her estimate to 200,000 after counting monarchs from over 400 photos she had taken during that 2 hours. Her photos were instrumental in documenting the magnitude of the event. This was truly a remarkable fallout of monarchs, nothing close to this has been seen since 96,000 monarchs were recorded at Point Pelee on September 6, 1993, including two overnight roosts of 7,500 and 3,000 individuals (cited in Wormington, A. 1994. A mass migration of Monarchs at Point Pelee, Ontario. pp. 26-27. In Hanks, A. J. (ed.), Butterflies of Ontario and summaries of Lepidoptera encountered in Ontario in 1993. Toronto Entomologists Association Occasional Publications 27-95.)
Monarchs roosting in Ottawa National Wildlife Refuge (Photo by Douglas Brockway)
Riley reported, “There were many independent roosts, but outstanding were the wooded stretches along the dike roads that held mega roosts with strands of smaller roosts that continued for many yards. Six different dike roads were involved. I was at the refuge the day before (Saturday 9/8/19), and saw NO roosts. However, there were reports of some smaller ones. So, in 24 hours, the roosts went from some, (I think it read a count of 1,000 individuals or more) to the exponential numbers that I saw.”
Riley further stated, “I would guess there were 50 roosts (several dozen). I stopped counting the roosts after the first 12 and figured I was less than one-third the way through the refuge auto-tour. The bulk of the roosts were further north which was the last two-thirds of the tour. Roosts were spread out and thin for the first one-fourth to one-third of the tour…The massive roosts were at one point 100 feet off the lakeshore that had pounding waves and 35mph+ sustained winds. All the monarchs were on the leeward side of the woods that sat between the road and the shoreline. A perfect scenario for them to find shelter immediately coming in off the lake. Weather notes for 9/9/2018: 2 pm-4:15 pm is when I saw them. 63F, 100% sky cover, raining at 4:15pm. Winds over the lake were at least NE 35mph sustained. Winds inside the refuge ranged from NE 10-25 mph depending on location. I believe the overnight temps were in the mid-high 50Fs with rain in the a.m. through 12pm.” Riley noted there were fields of sunflowers and a small amount of goldenrod available for nectaring along the Wildlife Drive.
Notably, Patrick Hogan of Tomahawk Archers and Douglas Brockway of Ottawa National Wildlife Refuge (ONWR) both separately found a tagged monarch at ONWR during the weekend storm. The monarch was tagged with the code YUJ012 and was originally tagged 4 days earlier in Waterford, PA on 9-5-18. This monarch’s likely southwest trajectory along Lake Erie’s southern shoreline, unexpectedly moving west to northwest in the last leg of its flightpath, was likely due to the strong NNE winds moving through the region as Tropical Storm Gordon remnants moved through the area. Doug stated, “I have been coming to ONWR for over 60 years, and never before in my lifetime have I seen this many monarchs.”
By September 10th, the Nor’easter was moving out of the Lake Erie region. The sun emerged and it quickly began to warm up. I had been unable to visit Ottawa National Wildlife Refuge on 9-9-18, but I rushed to the refuge early in the morning on the 10th. It was still rainy and a little cool when I arrived, and the rangers kindly arranged to shuttle visitors out to the monarchs. It continued to warm up as we waited for the shuttle, with light winds around 8-10 mph at times. We left at 10:30am, and air temperatures were 58-62F at that time. Clearly, these temperatures were above flight threshold. As a result, most of the monarchs were gone by the time we reached the roosting sites, with only around 1000 monarchs left, scattered along South Estuary drive. I captured a few dozen photos and it was wonderful enjoying the company of fellow monarch enthusiasts, despite the near constant drizzle. I figured the monarchs would head for fields with large numbers of wildflowers to feed (nectar source). I later found some monarchs in the meadows surrounding the nature center, and a small roost was forming in the line of cottonwood trees across from the barn. But it was clear—the improving weather meant the monarchs would now resume their journey south. Subsequent posts on Journey North and social media indicated the roosts were breaking up throughout the region, and our adventure was over.
The weekend’s historic monarch migratory event was truly a once-in-a-lifetime experience, resulting in cherished memories for years to come. Remarkable. Unforgettable. Historic.
One of the largest roosts observed at the Ottawa National Wildlife Refuge (Photo by Jackie Riley)
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Jurgen Klopp shares thoughts on Real Madrid vs Liverpool
Posted on May 3, 2018 by meziesblog.com in Sports // 0 Comments
Liverpool fans around the world are still celebrating their victory over AS Roma while coach Jurgen Klopp plots his next move against current champions and finalists Real Madrid.
Image: Jurgen Klopp
In his chat with the club website, Klopp first described his team’s Champions League clash with the Romans as “epic” before holding discussions on their remaining two Premier League games and the Kiev finals.
Apparently excited and lost for words, Klopp recalled how difficult it was to face Roma after suffering a 4-2 defeat in their first leg semi-final tie.
However, he admitted the thrilling encounter at Stadio Olimpico wouldn’t be possible without determination and sheer luck.
Liverpool will now face Madrid in the 2018 UEFA Champions League finals to be held in Kiev, Ukraine on 26 May.
Words from the Stuttgart-born football tactician and the joyous scenes from Liverpool’s celebrations after the match will never summarize the sensational events from a match which ended 5-2 in favor of the English team – not completely.
Looking at Liverpool’s two important Premier League matches before the Kiev finals, here’s what Klopp is thinking right now.
‘It’s not easy to start but I must do so with a big compliment for Roma,’ the former Borussia Dortmund coach said. ‘They did great! What a comeback! What a brave football!’
He continued, ‘I knew they would take the risk and they did. I’m happy we were able to punish them with the first goal in a perfect way. Sadly, we scored their first goal for them. It was an unlucky one and, of course, a bit slapstick. Totally dramatic.’
Klopp insists Roma were favorites ahead of the game and admitted it would have been crazy to play extra-time with the solid Italian team.
‘…Two times 15 minutes!’ The German coach exclaimed. ‘I have no idea what would have happened. That would have been total madness… It was 7-6 on aggregate, which sounds crazy because it is crazy.
‘It is also very interesting because we started this seasons Champions League as a qualifier and are now in the finals,’ Klopp added.
‘I’m excited for the players, club and supporters. It’s going to be a fantastic ride to Kiev just as it has been so far. That sounds crazy, too – but it’s the truth.’
However, the 2-time Bundesliga winner with Dortmund agrees Madrid are favorites for the Champions League trophy, citing quality, experience and togetherness as Los Blancos’ main weapons.
‘No team is more experienced that Madrid in the competition,’ he said.
‘About 80 percent of the team played CL finals about four times in the last five years, if I’m not mistaken, and they are still together. In this circumstance, experience shows they’re better placed for victory but we will make it even harder for them…We will spit fire more than anyone can ever imagine.’
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Evidence for both the nucleus and cytoplasm as subcellular sites of pathogenesis in huntington's disease in cell culture and in transgenic mice expressing mutant huntingtin
Abigail S Hackam, J. Graeme Hodgson, Roshni Singaraja, Taiqi Zhang, Lu Gan, Claire Anne Gutekunst, Steven M. Hersch, Michael R. Hayden
A unifying feature of the CAG expansion diseases is the formation of intracellular aggregates composed of the mutant polyglutamine-expanded protein. Despite the presence of aggregates in affected patients, the precise relationship between aggregates and disease pathogenesis is unresolved. Results from in vivo and in vitro studies of mutant huntingtin have led to the hypothesis that nuclear localization of aggregates is critical for the pathology of Huntington's disease (HD). We tested this hypothesis using a 293T cell culture model system by comparing the frequency and toxicity of cytoplasmic and nuclear huntingtin aggregates. Insertion of nuclear import or export sequences into huntingtin fragments containing 548 or 151 amino acids was used to reverse the normal localization of these proteins. Changing the subcellular localization of the fragments did not influence their total aggregate frequency. There were also no significant differences in toxicity associated with the presence of nuclear compared with cytoplasmic aggregates. These studies, together with findings in transgenic mice, suggest two phases for the pathogenesis of HD, with the initial toxicity in the cytoplasm followed by proteolytic processing of huntingtin, nuclear translocation with increased nuclear concentration of N-terminal fragments, seeding of aggregates and resultant apoptotic death. These findings support the nucleus and cytosol as subcellular sites for pathogenesis in HD.
Philosophical Transactions of the Royal Society B: Biological Sciences
Huntington Disease
protein aggregates
Transgenic Mice
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Hackam, A. S., Hodgson, J. G., Singaraja, R., Zhang, T., Gan, L., Gutekunst, C. A., ... Hayden, M. R. (1999). Evidence for both the nucleus and cytoplasm as subcellular sites of pathogenesis in huntington's disease in cell culture and in transgenic mice expressing mutant huntingtin. Philosophical Transactions of the Royal Society B: Biological Sciences, 354(1386), 1047-1055.
Evidence for both the nucleus and cytoplasm as subcellular sites of pathogenesis in huntington's disease in cell culture and in transgenic mice expressing mutant huntingtin. / Hackam, Abigail S; Hodgson, J. Graeme; Singaraja, Roshni; Zhang, Taiqi; Gan, Lu; Gutekunst, Claire Anne; Hersch, Steven M.; Hayden, Michael R.
In: Philosophical Transactions of the Royal Society B: Biological Sciences, Vol. 354, No. 1386, 29.06.1999, p. 1047-1055.
Hackam, AS, Hodgson, JG, Singaraja, R, Zhang, T, Gan, L, Gutekunst, CA, Hersch, SM & Hayden, MR 1999, 'Evidence for both the nucleus and cytoplasm as subcellular sites of pathogenesis in huntington's disease in cell culture and in transgenic mice expressing mutant huntingtin', Philosophical Transactions of the Royal Society B: Biological Sciences, vol. 354, no. 1386, pp. 1047-1055.
Hackam AS, Hodgson JG, Singaraja R, Zhang T, Gan L, Gutekunst CA et al. Evidence for both the nucleus and cytoplasm as subcellular sites of pathogenesis in huntington's disease in cell culture and in transgenic mice expressing mutant huntingtin. Philosophical Transactions of the Royal Society B: Biological Sciences. 1999 Jun 29;354(1386):1047-1055.
Hackam, Abigail S ; Hodgson, J. Graeme ; Singaraja, Roshni ; Zhang, Taiqi ; Gan, Lu ; Gutekunst, Claire Anne ; Hersch, Steven M. ; Hayden, Michael R. / Evidence for both the nucleus and cytoplasm as subcellular sites of pathogenesis in huntington's disease in cell culture and in transgenic mice expressing mutant huntingtin. In: Philosophical Transactions of the Royal Society B: Biological Sciences. 1999 ; Vol. 354, No. 1386. pp. 1047-1055.
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The Basic Physics of Waves, Soundwaves, and Shockwaves for Erectile Dysfunction
Jonathan Elliott Katz, Raul Ivan Clavijo, Paul Rizk, Ranjith Ramasamy
Introduction: Over the past decade, low-intensity extracorporeal shockwave therapy (Li-ESWT) has emerged as a treatment modality for erectile dysfunction (ED). To better appreciate the differences between the various devices for the treatment of ED, it is imperative for physicians to understand the underlying physics of the different shockwave generators. Aim: In this article, we explain the physics of shockwaves by establishing a foundation regarding the basics of waves, specifically soundwaves. We also describe the different shockwave generators available and assess their potential clinical utility. Methods: We reviewed basic principles of wave propagation, randomized controlled trials investigating Li-ESWT for ED and other medical diseases, and individual industry shockwave generator websites, in order to describe the basic physics underlying Li-ESWT. Main Outcome Measure: We primarily aimed to describe the physics underlying shockwave generators and to provide a framework for understanding the relevant subtypes and adjustable parameters. Results: A wave is a disturbance in a medium that transports energy without permanently transporting matter. In shockwaves, a soundwave is generated with a speed faster than the local speed of sound. Shockwaves are classically generated by three different types of energy sources: electrohydraulic, electromagnetic, or piezoelectric, which all create a shockwave through the conversion of electric potential energy to mechanical energy. Importantly, radial pressure waves do not behave the same as conventional shockwaves and are more like “ordinary” sound waves in that they achieve a significantly lower peak pressure, a slower rise time, and propagate outwards without a focal point. Clinical Implications: Li-ESWT is not currently approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration and is considered investigational in the United States. However, it is currently available to patients under clinical trial protocols and it is important to understand the basic physics of shockwaves to understand the differences between the different shockwave devices. Strength & Limitations: This is a comprehensive review of the physics underlying Li-ESWT but only tangentially explores the biological impact of shockwaves. Conclusion: Physicians currently using or those contemplating purchasing a Li-ESWT device should understand the basic physics underlying the device, as well as which treatment protocols were used to demonstrate clinical efficacy in treating ED. Katz JE, Clavijo RI, Rizk P, et al. The Basic Physics of Waves, Soundwaves, and Shockwaves for Erectile Dysfunction. Sex Med Rev 2019;XX:XXX−XXX.
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The Basic Physics of Waves, Soundwaves, and Shockwaves for Erectile Dysfunction. / Katz, Jonathan Elliott; Clavijo, Raul Ivan; Rizk, Paul; Ramasamy, Ranjith.
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Former Hilton Head teacher drops out of congressional race to run for County Council
by Mike Covert for Congress | Sep 18, 2019 | Uncategorized
A Bluffton man and former Hilton Head Island teacher plans to withdraw his bid for South Carolina’s 1st District congressional seat and will instead run for Beaufort County Council District 7 in 2020.
Logan Cunningham, 26, is a former fifth-grade teacher at Hilton Head Island School for the Creative Arts. He said he will endorse Beaufort County Councilman Mike Covert in his 2020 race for Congress. Covert will endorse Cunningham as his successor.
Covert, who represents Council District 7, said he plans to complete his term, which ends in December 2020. The filing date for county and congressional candidates opens March 16 and closes March 30.
“I have had time to reflect and at this juncture of my political career, I can have an immediate and greater impact in the community I live in now versus the entire District,” Cunningham said in a prepared statement.
Cunningham (no relation to Rep. Joe Cunningham, the Democrat representing the 1st Congressional District) said his knowledge of Beaufort County and its issues makes him a better fit for council than Congress. These issues include uncontrolled growth, education reform, financial transparency and workforce shortages.
Before dropping out and saying he planned to run for county council, Cunningham’s campaign for Congress was largely centered on his admiration for President Donald Trump and far-right rhetoric. His political twitter feed, @Mr_MAGA1776, is filled with comments about Trump, immigration, the border wall and Colin Kaepernick. On his website, Cunningham describes himself as an “educator” first and a “Trump activist” second.
Cunningham said his polarizing opinions on social media — especially regarding immigration — were questioned by administrators at his former school, but said his views never affected his teaching.
Covert said he will work with Cunningham during the remainder of his term on council. Thus, if Cunningham were to win Covert’s seat, “the learning curve is as minimal as possible.”
Four seats on council, including Covert’s, will be up for grabs in the 2020 election, with the terms of Councilmen Gerald Dawson, York Glover and Brian Flewelling expiring in December 2020. The general election will be held on Nov. 3, 2020.
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Home way of life China has a special passport for its elites—and Huawei’s detained executive had...
China has a special passport for its elites—and Huawei’s detained executive had one
A recent finding about a detained Huawei executive’s passports is likely to raise more questions about the telecom giant’s relationship with the Chinese government.
In early December, Huawei chief financial officer Meng Wanzhou was arrested in Canada at the request of US authorities on suspicion of violating US sanctions on Iran. Meng was granted bail after hearings that saw prosecutors point out that Meng had at least seven passports issued to her—including four from China and three from Hong Kong—that could allow her to “flee with greater ease,” according to documents filed with the court (pdf. p. 16). She faces the prospect of extradition to the US.
It now turns out Meng had another passport as well, Canadian newspaper the Star Vancouver reported Tuesday (Jan. 22). The newspaper said it had confirmation from the Hong Kong Companies Registry that Meng held a special public affairs passport issued by the Chinese government. Meng used the passport to register the Huawei Tech. Investment Co., Limited subsidiary in Hong Kong in 2004, according to an investigation by online news HK01 (link in Chinese). But the passport, whose number starts with the letter “P,” is not mentioned in the December court document, which stated that it was possible Meng had other passports apart from those listed.
The public affairs passport is mainly issued to people closely related to the government, such as “officials below the level of deputy division-director, personnel of public institutions, state-owned enterprises or enterprises with the state having the controlling interest, and financial institutions where the state has controlling interest or is a shareholder,” according to China’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs (link in Chinese). It’s a distinct category from the diplomatic passports issued to official envoys. In some cases the passports were also issued to people from private firms.
Given that Huawei’s troubles stem from the fact that it’s seen as too close to China’s government, as well as concern the company would be unable to decline a request for data from Chinese authorities, the fact an executive at one time had an elite passport generally reserved for people close to the government could raise more questions.
In an emailed statement Huawei said that Meng’s public affairs passport is no longer valid. “We reject any suggestion that granting access to such passports means these executives were on Chinese government business. They were for commercial use and only when the applicant met the criteria,” the company added.
Huawei has previously disputed concerns raised about access to its data and says that it puts customer privacy first.
Earlier, Hong Kong’s immigration authorities said that a person can only have one valid passport at one time, and the South China Morning Post reported it was most likely Meng has a valid Hong Kong passport. Chinese rules hold that citizens who are issued a passport from another country or region need to give up their Chinese one.
Meng’s case has put the tech giant under an unwanted spotlight, adding to a slew of recent troubles for the company. Just weeks after her arrest, Huawei’s Poland sales director was arrested early this month on suspicion of spying for China.
Meng herself is due back in court in two weeks to set a date for her extradition hearing.
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Superteam proves power of collaboration in title sequence for FITC Tokyo
Posted February 10, 2015 by Justin Cone
To kick off the FITC Tokyo 2015 conference, a superteam of artists working around the world (and sometimes around the clock) created a sublimely glitchy homage to the culture of Japan.
The way this team met and worked together is just as interesting as their finished project. Their globally distributed workflow is a testament not only to the power of collaboration but also to the way technology has allowed like-minded people to find each other and create amazing things, regardless of geographic distance.
Check out the process reel, and then dive into our exclusive interview with the team below.
“Tokyo” Process Reel
Making “Tokyo,” behind the scenes with the team
Who are all of you, and how do you know each other?
We are a group of creatives, directors, designers, artists, animators and programmers. Some of us are long-time collaborators and others coming together just for this project.
Ash Thorp: I am a freelance Director/designer/artist working out of my home office in San Diego.
I have known some of the members on the team for many years like my long time friend Alasdair and others like Albert Omoss and Andrew Hawryluk through The Collective podcast. I am lucky to have met some of the other epic talents on this project for the first time through Andrew or friends of friends.
Andrew Hawryluk: I’m a freelance animator and compositor that just moved to Los Angeles. I met Ash through The Collective Podcast, which we co-produce. Ash and I have also worked together on a couple of design and animation projects in the past, including the OFFF Barcelona 2014 Main Titles.
The aptly named Collective Podcast brought together many members of the team
Michael Rigley: I’m a freelance motion designer, animator and occasional art director working in LA. This was my first time working with this group, aside from Chris Bjerre, whom I had freelanced with on a number of projects in the Bay Area.
Andrew stumbled upon my site and struck up a conversation. A few weeks later, he was telling me about a potential job with Ash for FITC. From there, the three of us got rolling on the project, and Andrew built out the rest of the team.
Albert Omoss: My name is Albert Omoss, and I’m a computational artist. I know Ash and Andrew through The Collective Podcast. They asked me to be a guest on the show, and we’ve stayed in touch ever since. I didn’t know any of the other guys before this project, other than by their work.
Chris Bjerre: My name is Chris Bjerre, and I’m a motion designer from San Francisco. I knew Michael from having worked together on several projects at different studios in the past few years. Everybody else I only knew by reputation, which in all cases is very impressive.
Alasdair Willson: I’m Alasdair Willson, a freelance motion designer now based in Berlin. I met Ash when we worked together at Prologue some years ago. Ash and Andrew invited me to contribute some type animation for the project.
Nicolas Girard: My name is Nicolas Girard. I’m a graphic designer based in Toronto. I think Ash randomly found my work online, and it just so happened that I was an acquaintance of Anthony Scott Burns. We both worked at MTV Canada around the same period, but never had the chance to work together.
Franck Deron: I met Ash while we were working at Sony in San Diego a few years ago. I became his go-to editor for his various reels.
We’re good friends now, and through him I met some of his other collaborators, like Alasdair and Andrew — all really cool and passionate guys spread all over the globe.
What was each person’s role for this project?
Andrew Hawryluk: In the beginning, Ash determined the mood and feeling he wanted to convey in the piece based off of his initial poster design.
A selection of posters designed by Ash Thorp for FITC Tokyo
At this point, everyone involved in the project began pulling a ton of design and motion reference from around the web, which we thought fell in line with his direction. From there, Ash and Michael led the charge in terms of creating style frames, developing a cohesive look, and nailing the creative direction.
Style frame by Ash Thorp
Nicolas developed a custom typeface with kanji-inspired glyphs for all of the artists’ names. From there, Alasdair and Nic started churning out all of the foreground typographic animation, and Michael, Chris, and myself were responsible for the background glitch animation.
When Albert jumped on board, he began creating code-powered simulations based off of Nic and Alasdair’s work to give the piece an added layer of complexity and detail. In the home stretch, all of us began tackling any remaining odd-jobs involved in giving the piece its final touches.
As we neared the end, we got Franck involved to help us cut a process reel in an attempt to shed some light on all of the hard work we put into the project.
Self-organization and working in the cloud
How did you manage your workflow with so many people involved?
Andrew Hawryluk: All nine of us were working remotely from three different countries and time zones.
Normally, this would have been a tremendous stress on everyone involved, but with the help of Dropbox we were all working out of the same folder hierarchy, sharing references, project files, and assets without any headaches. We then used Basecamp to store inspiration and references, coordinate everyone’s availability, set deadlines, and share our thoughts on progress made along the way.
Overall, I believe everyone involved felt very much a part of the team, mainly because we were all super passionate about making this piece something special. With the unique opportunity to collaborate with such a dedicated and talented group of artists on the title sequence for a conference that typically doesn’t have one, this project seemed to be a perfect excuse to try something groundbreaking.
How did this opportunity come about?
Andrew Hawryluk: When the conference was announced in November, I was immediately inspired by Ash’s striking and complex poster design.
I reached out to Shawn Pucknell (who organizes the conference) — armed with Ash’s blessing — and proposed the idea of doing the titles.
Even though FITC doesn’t normally do titles for its Tokyo show, Shawn’s reaction was really positive, and he gave us the go-ahead. Soon after, Ash and I quickly realized we’d need some extra hands on deck, so we began reaching out to a few artists and friends to see if anyone would be interested.
Channeling Tokyo: chaos and control
Can you tell us more about the concept behind the design?
Ash Thorp: As Andrew mentioned, the project came about from the poster comps that I helped Shawn with. Those posters were built on my obsession and appreciation for Japan and the feeling and energy that I get from a city like Tokyo.
“Those posters were built on my obsession and appreciation for Japan and the feeling and energy that I get from a city like Tokyo.”
I then began focusing on the key themes behind what FITC is all about as an experience and tried to pull it all together. As the iterations began to build, the project’s true form revealed itself and it took on a life of its own.
Michael Rigley: Two themes that emerged from Ash’s posters were the contrasting harmonies of traditional Japanese culture and the pure madness and over stimulation of a city like Tokyo.
Style frame by Michael Rigley
These binaries really laid the foundation for our design development and guided our decision making process throughout. This is part of the concept behind contrasting elegant and intricately key-framed typography with abrupt and abrasive glitch.
Were there any specific people that inspired you?
Ash Thorp: I am influenced by so many creatives from around the world and through time. It’s hard to bring up one and leave out any but I know that I was personally influenced by what my friend Patrick Clair and his team created for the show title Halt and Catch Fire, which is perfectly stunning in its own right.
Early on, I brought up the title sequence to Gaspar Noe’s film, Enter the Void, mostly due to its rule breaking format and its abundance of stimuli. As the project progressed I pulled muse from various designers and minds, like Paul Rand and Galileo Galilei, which helped me as a director to develop and foster the growth and potential of our team.
Did you guys iterate on the design process with FITC, or was it entirely up to you?
Ash Thorp: Since we had a basic starting point with the rough poster concepts I made, we built on those by using design cues from the colors and various shapes and style languages.
We did a few rounds of style frames and shared them with one another to see what was resonating with us most. We focused on those key things and continued that process until we had a decent visual roadmap to move into motion. The process was amazing and highly collaborative, consisting of many group Skype calls and fun Basecamp discussions.
Michael Rigley: The design process was very collaborative within the group, but we shared very little with FITC. Shawn had great trust in Ash and Andrew and allowed us to create uninhibited. With projects like this, everyone is contributing their time for the sheer passion of the work and it’s an amazing opportunity to work with a client that has so much trust in the artists and collaborators working on the job.
Experimentation and software
Given the experimental nature of the design, how did you go about production? Did you find yourself using tools in different ways in order to produce the effects you were going for?
Michael Rigley: The key tools we used were Creative Cloud, After Effects, Cinema 4D, Houdini and Processing.
“We used Cinema 4D primarily to set up the environment and do all of the camera moves in 3D. “
We used Cinema 4D primarily to set up the environment and do all of the camera moves in 3D. We imported that data as the base for our timeline, which served as our initial edit. We also used it to animate particles for the logo reveal.
The bulk of the work for this piece really happened in After Effects. Nicolas designed all the type in Illustrator and imported it as hundreds of shape layers for him and Alasdair to animate via thousands of keyframes.
Typographic explorations
Nicolas Girard: After testing out a few faces, I designed a typographical one-sheet to experiment further with Norm Replica. That became my main reference for the language I was going to build.
“After testing out a few faces, I designed a typographical one-sheet to experiment further with Norm Replica.”
The way some of the letters are sliced worked really well with our plan to typeset each name into a strict grid system, which we’d planned to navigate with a 3D camera.
“Each glyph is a blend between slices of Roman letters and Japanese characters”
I simplified a few of the original characters and designed a large set of custom glyphs based on Replica’s geometry. Each glyph is a blend between slices of Roman letters and Japanese characters: abstract on their own, but legible when contextualized and combined.
Once we had a language and a motion test that felt right, I designed all the name cards following Michael’s camera work. Alasdair and I then started to cut and animate the glyphs individually. We animated almost around the clock for two weeks — him being in Berlin and me taking over later on Toronto time.
A glitch is not a glitch
Michael Rigley: The biggest part of producing the glitch effects was really just building up a massive library of textures and mattes that could be repurposed throughout the piece.
Sample of a texture matte
The “glitch” here isn’t really a glitch as you would think of it in a traditional sense — distortion or degradation of source content. This is more of an editorial-style glitch. Building the feel of a glitch with sequencing and layering of textures and simple graphic shapes that together create more complex compositions.
The challenging part of this approach is that it’s almost entirely a manual effort, becoming more of an edit than anything else — cutting together thousands of layers that may only be on screen for a frame or two. We really wanted the glitch to be a controlled chaos that relied on some kind of underlying logic or grid system and not just wild pixel manipulation. It was important for us to elaborate on the textures and not use them as the default mattes we had originally built.
A lot of this was just crunching alphas, coloring, layering and combining to generate unique assets that distinguished itself from our library. This gave us an almost endless set of combinations that wouldn’t feel overused in the spot.
For the most part, building up our library of assets happened pretty early during the design phase of the project. We used a lot of Form to serve as a grid system and fed a variety of particles through various noises to generate the textures.
For some of this we were experimenting with kaleidoscope techniques that yielded some pretty interesting results. While the majority of these tests didn’t make it into the final spot, they’re still rather beautiful experiments on their own.
Color was also a really important part of the project. We used Ray to manage our color workflow inside After Effects. I remembered seeing Sander van Dijk post a tutorial on working with color in AE. In tracking that down, I saw that he had just released it as a script, which made life a little easier.
Albert Omoss was kind of our wild card on this job — generating really interesting pixel-based procedural glitches in Houdini and Processing that we would cut into our AE comps.
Controlled chaos and the “Genetic Grid”
Albert Omoss: I think we all really wanted to create some unique effects that had never been done before.
I experimented in Houdini extensively. Through the course of research, I developed some custom compositing filters in VEX code to glitch video in a very controlled way. I also built a system in Houdini to turn video pixels into particles and advect them through various force fields.
We were really aiming to make every pixel come to life and act as autonomous intelligent agents. I prototyped a genetic algorithm-based grid system in Processing, where the video would drive the birth of ‘organisms’, that would traverse the grid, spreading their genes, mutating, and evolving.
Screengrab from Houdini
After the algorithm was worked out in Processing, the “Genetic Grid” was rebuilt with Python in Houdini, to provide finer rendering control, and to take advantage of Houdini’s ability to cache the simulation data.
The role of sound
Can you talk about sound and the role it played for this project?
Ash Thorp: This was a huge topic of conversation. In my opinion, music is often times 80% of the experience, so we knew we had to nail this aspect.
We passed around tons of examples and all agreed that we wanted something very unique and classical in tone. We first shared a few really beautiful Phillip Glass tracks, along with some Nils Frahm and Max Richter — which ended up being the direct muse that we sent over to our composer, Pilotpriest a.k.a. Anthony Scott Burns.
He loved what we where building and although completely consumed with the various projects he already had on his plate, he agreed to help us out. Anthony and I had many discussions about the core themes and about what I saw in my mind and was hoping to achieve.
I loved the idea of something starting out silent and fragile and becoming this massively powerful experience, one large gradual build that released the moment it all came together. Anthony is such a phenomenal creative power and I feel he really nailed what this project needed.
What was the most difficult aspect of this project?
Michael Rigley: Getting to the rough cut. Definitely.
The animation process for both the type and the glitches were extremely intricate and time consuming. Looking at an empty two minute animatic is kind of daunting. Once we had a rough of everything, we were able to really tweak, refine and carve out the pacing we were looking for.
But for the most part, this was a project where things just flowed very easily, due to the skill level and dedication of the team. We kept a fairly loose process and everyone’s commitment really drove the piece to the place it is today.
What’s next for all of you?
Andrew Hawryluk: I’ll be flying out to Tokyo to see our work premiere at FITC, followed by a week exploring Japan, eating weird food, and sleeping in a capsule hotel.
After that, I’ll be back on my freelance grind in Los Angeles, probably rotoscoping a dog for a cereal commercial or something. Whatever actually ends up being next for me, I hope it’s something half as fun as this project was — and with artists as rad and inspiring as this dream team ended up being.
Ash Thorp: 2015 is a big year. I am currently developing a few film projects with my buddy Anthony Scott Burns, along with my massive project, Lost Boy!
I am thinking about creating a video game and maybe making tutorials towards the end of the year. I plan to continue making these passion projects as well; they remind me how important and amazing things can be with the right team and passion.
Michael Rigley: I just recently relocated to LA. So right now, I’m just enjoying meeting people and working with new shops. I’m hoping to fill the next year with exciting and engaging work and continue to collaborate with some of the talented folks I met on this job.
Albert Omoss: I’m a staff employee at Buck, so I will continue my day job as a creative technologist. I’ll keep making personal art, and I’ll never be able to turn down the opportunity to work on cool passion projects like this.
Chris Bjerre: I’m currently working on a short film in between freelancing. Otherwise, I would love to do more titles like these with any of the guys involved.
Alasdair Willson: I’ve just moved to Berlin and will be working on projects both onsite and remotely.
Nicolas Girard: I just opened a new studio in Parkdale, Toronto called WORSHIP.
While being a motion studio, its core focus will be on traditional graphic design. It’s a new challenge that allows me to keep working with other studios and directors but also gives me the chance to collaborate with designers on projects I would otherwise not be able to take on alone.
I also hope to get more into unconventional motion and design work — rather than your typical 30-second broadcast commercial.
Franck Deron: I’m directing a personal project I’m producing in Mexico next month. Looking forward to lots of new film adventures!
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tuesday mcgowan February 10th, 2015
Truly innovative and inspiring! The breakdown on collaboration and process was an eye opener.
Paul February 10th, 2015
Some truly stunning and stylish design and direction going on.
Grrrrreat stuff.
jon saunders February 10th, 2015
Jakob February 11th, 2015
awesome piece of work! congrats mike keep on rocking!!
Captain Blah February 11th, 2015
you spelled Sequence wrong at the end of this article.
Justin Cone February 11th, 2015
Fixed. Thanks.
Pavel February 13th, 2015
Wow. Amazing work! Props on the Nils Frahm nod ;)
Tetsouille February 17th, 2015
The whole process / result is just DOPE. Amazing teamwork.
Mykal En Kiruthi February 22nd, 2015
This is truly amazing!! Your teamwork is on anotehr level…
Gabriel Rocha February 23rd, 2015
Thanks a lot for sharing all of this information and beauty, guys. It is really inspiring! What a teamwork!
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From the director of Arlington Road comes a spine-tingling, super-natural thriller based on actual events that will rattle your nerves and shake your beliefs. Distraught by the sudden, tragic death of his wife (Debra Messing), John Klein (Richard Gere), a journalist for The Washington Post, finds himself mysteriously drawn to a small West Virginia town when his car inexplicably strands him. Rescued by the sympathetic but skeptical local police sergeant (Laura Linney), he soon learns that many of the town's residents have been beset by bizarre events, including sightings of an eerie "moth-like" entity, similar to the one seen by his late wife. Investigating further and having his own terrifying encounters with the creature, he becomes obsessed with the idea that this supernatural being can predict impending calamities and is trying to warn the town of one. Is this a psychic delusion brought on by his grief or can he convince the police sergeant that there's a tragedy that must be averted? His life, and potentially others' lives, depend on his making the right choice before time runs out.
Mark Pellington
Gary W. Goldstein
Gary Lucchesi
Tom Rosenberg
Richard Hatem
Richard Gere, Lucinda Jenney, Laura Linney, Debra Messing, Alan Bates
© 2002 Lakeshore Entertainment Corp. All Rights Reserved.
Critics Consensus: A creepy thriller that poses more questions than it answers.
Debbie Lynn Elias
Unfortunately, the actual event caused more fright than the film.
Steve Newton
Faced with such an unlikely mishmash of unexplainable events, you've given up believing anything b...
Psychological thriller may deeply upset some kids.
Nick Rogers
The stylish bleakness keeps you off-balance with unreliable narration and an unforgettable conclus...
A sub-par, often lethargic take on a a creepy urban legend with absolutely nothing to offer its au...
David Ansen
Pellington knows, as did the 1940s master of horror Val Lewton, that what you don't see can raise...
Mark Halverson
Messy but eerie.
The last reel or so is an embarrassment -- or entertainment at long last, depending on how you loo...
Lisa Alspector
This is the scariest movie I've ever seen.
Director Mark Pellington hardly lets a moment pass without suggesting some bad vibes creeping onto...
Parents need to know that although this movie isn't very graphic or gory, it's a psychological thriller that may be deeply upsetting to some people. There's a car crash and a tragic accident with many deaths. Another death could be suicide. There's a brief non-graphic sexual situatio and brief strong language.
Genre:Thriller, Drama
Release Date:January 1, 2002
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Did a nor'easter whip a puffer fish into a tree? An investigation
A puffed-up pufferfish.
Image: Jason Wolff
By Mark Kaufman 2018-03-07 22:15:31 UTC
A powerful nor'easter pounded New England last week, prompting coastal evacuations and causing flooding so extreme that water rushed into downtown Boston.
In the storm's aftermath, a local, freelancing weather man, Peter Lovasco, who once contributed weather reports to The Gloucester Daily Times, tweeted a couple pictures of what appears to be some species of puffer fish or porcupine fish impaled on a Gloucester tree.
Omg #Pufferfish one of my fiancee's friends found this fish in a tree from the past weekends Monster Nor'easter #Gloucester ma .. those waves ment business.. Crazy fish in a tree.. pic.twitter.com/c6BK2hiY8n
— NEMAStormWatch (@PeterLovasco) March 7, 2018
But it's quite unlikely that the storm propelled a porcupine fish out of the water and into a coastal tree.
"It's probably fake," said Doug Adams, a research scientist at Cape Canaveral Scientific — an organization that performs ecological and environmental research along the Atlantic coast with government agencies and universities — in an interview.
SEE ALSO: Hang onto your butts as another nor'easter cripples travel, triggers thundersnow
This kind of puffer fish doesn't live anywhere near New England
"That particular species of puffer fish wouldn't normally spend time in Massachusetts's waters," said Adams.
A puffed up puffer fish.
"It’s a tropical species — that alone is an indicator that it could be a joke."
The New England Aquarium agrees:
"Three fish biologists at the Aquarium believe this to be a hoax, not necessarily by the person who took the picture," an Aquarium spokesperson told Mashable.
That said, there are certainly "puffers" in New England waters — like the northern puffer — but they don't have spines.
It's a novelty item, stuck in a tree
If the fish happened to be launched out of the water by the storm and then impaled on the tree, it would be dead and no longer capable of maintaining its inflated shape.
A puffer fish ornament.
Image: Doug Adams
It's likely a dried out, taxidermied dead fish that is sold in Florida stores, and online. These ornaments are coated with some sort of taxidermy resin to keep their puffed form, said Adams.
"It can be found in lots of shell shops in Florida," he said. "It’s a taxidermy-like fish that’s common in novelty shops. People even make lamps out of them."
Here’s another (fake) in a mango tree during a blustery day in Florida @MA_Sharks pic.twitter.com/r6J6jUbIA4
— Shark Science (@SharkScience) March 7, 2018
Still, Lovasco maintains that the fish is "def[initely] real."
Its def real.. ive seen shark washed up and all sorts of fish .. from perfect storm.. these fish can get pulled from there habitat in big monsters like this..plus the fetch was what 300miles ..def real.
But still, it's far more likely that a devious Gloucester local stuck the dead, dried out fish on the tree for some unsuspecting resident to find.
Strong winds, however do sometimes result in weird things being blown into bizarre places.
A monster tornado in 2011 lodged all four legs of a chair into a wall in Joplin, Missouri. In 2005, a waterspout sucked frogs from a lake in Siberia and caused them to rain down on a nearby village.
It's possible, then, though pretty improbable, that a porcupine fish or puffer fish was impaled upon a tree by a nor'easter.
"It's highly unlikely," said Adams.
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Topics: animals, climate-environment, new england, noreaster, pufferfish, Science, Climate
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MUJERES TALK
Hablando de ellas: Experiences of Latina K-12 Public School Administrators with Race and Gender
Our Future. Photo by Flickr User Andy Blackledge. Feb 15, 2015. CC BY-NC 2.0
By Dr. Lisandra Tayloe
Latinas are relatively scarce in leadership positions in K-12 public schools. Nonetheless, as my recently concluded dissertation study (2016) indicated, fractional representation does not equal nonexistence but, rather, exclusion and neglect. In my study, I examined barriers to career advancement, the effects of barriers, successful strategies to overcome challenges, and the roles of race and gender on leadership ascension and practice from the perspective of K-12 Latina public school administrators.
Utilizing a mixed methods approach that included 30 survey responses and 4 interviews with two public school principals and two assistant principals in the state of Florida, I gathered information from Latina administrators of varied ethnicities, including Puerto Rican, Guatemalan, and Venezuelan. Their ages and leadership experiences varied too, ranging from 29-62 years of age and 1-26 years of educational leadership experience.
For me, this study was important, considering the historic underrepresentation of Latinas in K-12 public school administrator positions. Contributors to the relatively low numbers of Latinas in educational administration roles had been previously been attributed to racial and ethnic discrimination, gender bias, lack of support and mentoring systems, as well as cultural stereotypes (Byrd, 1999; Garcia & Guerra, 2004; Méndez-Morse, 2000; Méndez-Morse, 2004; Méndez-Morse, Murakami, Byrne-Jiménez & Hernández, 2015; Myung, Loeb & Horng, 2011; Ortiz, 1998). Findings of my study found in concordance with those previously espoused in the literature.
I conducted my study under the theoretical framework of Critical Race theory, a research methodology employed to analyze the experiences of persons of color with race, racism, and other forms of subordination (Alemán, 2009; Solórzano & Yosso, 2001; Solórzano & Yosso, 2002). As a social justice researcher and advocate, this theoretical framework was imperative, as it promotes social justice and seeks to challenge the dominant ideology with the hope of creating societal change.
Findings of my study provided substantial statistical (inclusive of descriptive and correlational) evidence to suggest in part, that race and gender may be inseparable factors (hindrances) challenging Latinas from attaining leadership roles. Survey responses indicated, for instance, that these Latinas perceived their race and gender to have hindered them from attaining K-12 leadership roles. Descriptive statistics further substantiated the inseparable role of race and gender on Latina’s educational career’s where gender was shown to have little benefit in helping Latinas to obtain their current leadership position and in qualitative analysis where Latina administrators did not perceive gender to have helped them obtain their current positions.
West Elgin District High School Board Meeting 1967. Photo by Flickr User Elgin County Archives. CC BY-NC-ND 2.0
The findings in my study which suggest that race and gender are interrelated and pose challenges to Latinas in the field of K-12 educational administration are significant. They serve to highlight the double whammy that practicing and aspiring Latina administrators face from their status as minorities and as women; these are not challenges likely to be faced by persons of the racial majority.
Other race-related barriers likely to challenge Latinas from entering and ascending through public educational leadership ranks surfaced in my study: (1) discrimination on the basis of race during the screening, selection, and interview process; (2) negative perceptions by colleagues due to the already low numbers of Latinas in administrative positions; and (3) a perceived teacher, administrator, and community preference for white administrators, for instance. Practicing Latina administrators shared experiences that also revealed their encounters with deficit thinking, micro-aggressions, institutional racism, and marginalization.
One of the quotes that stand out the most from my study serves to encapsulate its findings:
“[…]Hispanic administrators are almost nonexistent. When you look at the student demographic, the county does not reflect it at all. I feel the only reason I was appointed was because they desperately needed a bilingual administrator in that area of the county. Although I had extensive administrative experience in another field, HR did not believe I had the necessary experience to have the position. Luckily for me no one wanted the job and I was appointed by the Superintendent” (Anonymous).
Despite the many race and gender-related challenges faced by Latinas in the K-12 public school administrator field, all Latinas taking part in my study self-identified as highly-successful in their careers and were are able to employ ethnic and gender-derived characteristics to positively influence their everyday leadership practice and style. Challenges with issues of race and racism, for instance, afforded them a heightened sense of cultural awareness. Gender-derived leadership characteristics inherent in the interviewees, characteristics such as maternal, sensitive, empathetic, emotional, and receptive, indicated not stereotypical notions of Latina behavior, but rather, characteristics which study participants stated, assisted them in their roles as administrators.
Read-In 2015. Photo by Flickr User South Carolina State Library. CC BY-NC 2.0
Despite the many race and gender-related challenges faced by Latinas in the public school administrator field, all Latinas taking part in my study self-identified as highly-successful in their careers and were are able to employ ethnic and gender-derived characteristics to positively influence their everyday leadership practice and style. Challenges with issues of race and racism, for instance, afforded them a heightened sense of cultural awareness. Gender-derived leadership characteristics inherent in the interviewees, characteristics such as maternal, sensitive, empathetic, emotional, and receptive, indicated not stereotypical notions of Latina behavior, but rather, characteristics which study participants stated, assisted them in their roles as K-12 administrators.
My dissertation research has led me to recognize the positive contributions that are being made by Latinas in the field of K-12 educational leadership as well as the importance of promoting and developing practicing and aspiring Latina educational leaders in schools across the United States. As a result of my study I have made a call to action for human resources personnel and search committees to establish policy and practice to safeguard against the permeation of racial and gender biases and assumptions during the screening, selecting, and interviewing process. I encourage educational administrator preparation programs and professional development coordinators to establish/develop opportunities for aspiring and practicing school leaders to examine their own racial and gender biases and assumptions and reflect on the impact that held assumptions may have on decision-making and leadership practices. Lastly, based on the findings of my study I find an urgent need to disrupt the dominant narrative which is portraying and promoting public school leadership as exclusive for persons of the majority culture. Instead, it is imperative to help create a new narrative; a narrative that shows educational leadership staff in schools across the United States to be as diverse as the students they serve.
Dr. Lisandra Tayloe is a Spanish language instructor at Florida SouthWestern College-Collegiate HS, located in Punta Gorda, FL. She earned her educational doctorate degree from Florida Southern College (2016) and is an alumnus of East Strousburg University of PA where she earned her Master’s in Educational Leadership (2008) and a Bachelor’s in Spanish Language Education in (2006). Her research interests include K-12 leadership, critical race studies, and multicultural education.
This entry was posted in Education, Gender and Sexuality, Latina and Latino Studies, Race and Racism and tagged Administrative Leadership, K-12 education, Lisandra Tayloe on March 7, 2017 by mujerestalk.
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What are InvITs?
InvITs or Infrastructure invest trusts are set up with an aim to create a steady flow of cash for investors by helping them to grow their assets. They operate towards releasing capital in existing projects and further help use it to build newer assets. Investing in such projects helps to create new assets along with one’s existing capital.
Assets that are a part of an InvIT are power generation assets, toll/annuity road assets, power transmission assets, and ports. Each of these assets has a risk profile which means that any InvIT is a hybrid product. A hybrid product means that it is a combination of debt and equity. This helps to diversify your risk and ensure steady growth in one portion along with the possibility of good returns from the good performance of underlying assets. Returns are offered to investors is in the form of dividend, interest or capital.
What is India Grid Trust?
IndiGrid also known as India Grid Trust was established in 2016 by Sterlite Power Grid Ventures Limited as an InvIT (infrastructure investment trust). As a part of this trust, IndiGrid has acquired 10 interstate transmission projects.
Why invest in power transmission?
– Assets and Investments are safe:
Returns from various infrastructure projects like roads, ports and power generation rely mostly on the operational performance of the assets. This is in turn dependent on factors where developers have little control. In the case of Inter State Transmission System(ISTS) transmission projects, the revenue counterparty is a pool of distribution and generation companies. This helps to reduce counter-party risks owing to diversification.
Inter-state transmission assets have low Operation and Maintenance costs, at about 7-8%, in comparison to other infrastructure assets like road projects where O&M costs can be as high as 35-40%.
Transmission lines can be used by Telecom and data service companies to provide services in potential semi-urban and rural regions. This would help in diversifying the revenue profile. In this way, transmission projects are insulated from the risk of poor returns due to the probable lower utilization of assets. In this way, they become a very attractive investment to make.
– IndiGrid, an excellent investment
IndiGrid has a target price and a Buy rating of Rs. 100 (as of Mar 2018). The target price is based on discounting the Distribution per Unit (DPU) of cash flows from the InvIT over the residual life of assets post FY 2018 at a cost of equity of 11%. This is assuming the inclusion of 8 assets into the project through FY 2019-22 via funds raised by a 51:49 mix of equity and debt.
The Internal Rate of Return in the IndiGrid is set to reach 12% by FY 2022 assuming Rs.100/unit as the initial outgo.
– High cash flow visibility
Roads, ports and power generation assets are different from other asset classes which usually have a higher risk to return profile. IndiGrid’s ownership of power transmission assets have long-term fixed tariff contracts and offer higher cash flow visibility with decreased risk.
– Aggressive growth
With a target to grow its AUM from Rs. 55 billion to Rs. 300 billion by FY 2022, IndiGrid takes an aggressive approach. Rs195bn of this growth will come from Right Of First Offer assets and the balance through organic/inorganic routes. Another 8 assets are planned in addition to the existing 6 assets within the project. They will be added in 3 tranches over FY 2019-22.
– IRR returns to assess performance
Typically, investors look at the cash yield of the instrument by benchmarking the distribution per unit (DPU) for a given year and dividing it with the prevailing price per unit to arrive at the yield. However, at IndiGrid the Internal Rate of Return is considered an ideal metric to assess performance. It is believed that the IRR is based on the initial cost per unit and is thus the correct method to compute returns.
– IRR returns should also factor in future asset injections
The nature of underlying assets determines whether they may or may not have a long life. Thus, for an investor buying an InvIT, the IRR return would be a function of residual return cash flows from underlying assets which flows to the InvIT.
Key risks
Like all investments, InvITs too come with their own risks. As an Investor, it is important to know the risk that you might be exposed to.
– Fluctuations in Interest Rates
Being hybrid investments with holdings in debts and equity with a long tenure, the benchmark to their returns is the G-Sec yields. The expectations are of 200-300 base points additional IRR returns over G-Secs. IndiGrid is exposed to interest rate risks as it carries external debt at SPV level as well as InvIT level. It is however seen that the trust will continue to deliver additional 200-300 base points return over the Indian G-Sec yields with the addition of new assets into the IndiGrid InvIT.
– Incremental capital raising
The addition of ROFO assets assumes all incremental equity capital fundraising at Rs. 100/share along with leverage at IndiGrid Trust level between 8.35-8.5% for each tranche of incremental asset infusion. But any deviation in the same cause an unexpected dilution at the trust level leading to a change in the IRR returns of the instrument.
– Investment Manager is expected to deliver returns
The responsibility of delivering the returns, managing the risks and ensuring that asset addition takes place at a decent valuation. If an Investment Manager fails at the risk, then the return falls.
– The risk from asset unavailability
IndiGrid’s assets qualify to earn revenues owing to maintaining availability above a certain threshold. However, if this falls below 95% due to unforeseen circumstances – system breakdown, human error and so on. – the company will under-recover revenues and/or face penalties.
– Force Majeure
While loss from force majeure is usually compensated, there may be times when such compensation might not cover the entire loss/damage suffered by the company. This could impact its business and revenues.
– Delays in Payments
State Electricity Boards tend to have weak finances. Power Grids have a direct conflict of interest with transmission asset owner and the Central Transmission Utility. This could lead to delays in payments.
Future and Conclusion
– India’s Power Transmission Sector
The power transmission sector in India can be segregated into the inter-state network (national grid) and intra-state networks (state grids). The management, regulation, and expansion of Inter-state grids fall in the domain of central government and that of intra-state grids fall in the domain of state and state agencies.
In the past 5-6 years, the government has made many additions to inter-state transmission capacities with an eye to ensure robust additions to power evacuation and transmission infrastructure between new power plants and major demand centers. But Intra-state transmission infrastructure development has been unable to be apace due to State Electricity Boards which have struggled with financial constraints.
However, this trend is beginning to change, as UDAY has helped SEBs to better their financials to some extent. The intra-state transmission capex target has been pegged at Rs 1.6 trillion and is likely to be increased to Rs 2 trillion over the next five years. This could become an impetus for the power transmission sector in India.
– Some insights
The revised Central Electric Authority data puts the power requirements for Financial Year 2022/2027 at 1,619MUs/2,130MUs. This indicates a remarkable CAGR of 6-7% in FY 2017 as it includes the savings made from energy efficiency measures.
The peak demand for FY 2022 is 235GW with the peak availability during the year being expected to be 247.5GW. Assuming a 6-7% annual increase in demand, the per capital demand for electricity would grow to 2000kWh by 2030 from the current 1050kWh. Regular demand monitoring is being done keeping in mind the required increase in generating capacities by FY 2024. This will also lead to a higher requirement of transmission capacities.
Moreover, there are about 40 million families in India that currently do not have access to electricity despite it being available for free under the Saubhagaya scheme. Given the impediments in the movement of coal, the generating capacity is set to increase in Pithead centres rather than in load centres. This will require inter/intra state transmission way beyond that which has been planned till Financial Year 2024.
Edelweiss and ICICI securities have backed IndiGrid as an investment that will have long-term yields. They believe that the revenue earned from long-term contracts will balance out the overall risks.
The Power Transmission sector is thus set to grow by leaps and bounds in the decade to come.
Please note: All financial investments are subject to market risks. We urge to you read the fine print and discuss the investment with your financial planner before investing.
Filed Under: Finance Tagged With: Financial Investment, Indigrid India, IndiGrid InvITS, Investing in IndiGrid InvITS
Anita Singh says
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WOW. Super informative post about investing in Indigrids.
Clare Minall says
This is my first time to hear about InvITs. Honestly, This sounds really interesting, Thank you for the insights. Iw ant to learn more about this.
Subhashish Roy says
It is good to know about Ingrid. Didn’t have so much of an idea. It looks a good investment opportunity.
It sounds really complicated but I love the way you broke it down bit by bit. I appreciate the explanation, it does sound beneficial.
Jyotika says
I have never heard of InViTs before. This was all really interesting and educational. As someone who doesn’t really understand financial talk, you explained everything very well. Investments can be a really good thing everywhere
brittnienicole says
I’ve never heard of this before, but thanks for explaining it in a way that made it easy to understand. Sounds like a wise investment.
Woodeline says
This is a very detailed information for anyone who has fear of starting an investment for themselves. Someone obce told me “don’t keep your eggs in only one basket”.
I’m a bit conservative when it comes to investing. The more I learn though, the more willing I am to increase my investments.
Surekha Busa says
This is something I should take time to read and to know more information. Investing is really hard but we need to trust to grow. I absolutely love how you down it.
Mamta says
Knowing about investment options is crucial in life. I love how you have explained everything in simple ways. Something to think about.
I haven’t heard much of this before, but you explained it and broke it down very well! I’ll definitely look into it some more, thanks for sharing!
L Michelle Williams says
What a wonderful post! Investing isn’t something I was ever thinking about when I was younger. But I wish I would have put more thought into it. Thanks for sharing! 🙂
Catherine Shane says
This was my first time to hear this and I want to know more about this very interesting.
Geraline Polintan says
This was the first time I saw this. Actually it looks really interesting and convincing 🙂
MaJAc Collection says
I’ve never been part of any online trades because of all the scams going around but your explanation gives everyone the better insight about it
Ellie Plummer says
I have never heard of this before but it sounds really interesting. I’ve never thought about investing before.
Indigrid seems like a great opportunity for investors. It is a good project and I would like to know more about the investment options.
The Frugal Samurai says
Very interesting article, it’s got me researching into whether there are any local infrastructure trusts here in Oz, thanks for sharing!
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Adelaide Companies
Australian Texts
State Theatre Company
Shakespeare’s war room in theatrical overdrive
Filed under: 2018,Archive,Festival,International,Theatre
Adaptation by Bart Van den Eyde , Peter Van Kraaij.
Translated by Rob Klinkenberg.
Directed by Ivo van Hove.
Toneelgroep Amsterdam.
Festival Theatre, Adelaide
March 10. Tickets $30 -$129.
Bookings : 131 246 or online.
Duration : 4 hours 30 mins (30 min interval)
English surtitles.
Until March 13.
It is four years since Toneelgroep Amsterdam amazed Adelaide Festival audiences with their dazzling Shakespearean triptych Roman Tragedies, a six hour spectacle using live video feed to present Julius Caesar and Coriolanus as breaking news. This year, Kings of War, an audacious mash-up of the Wars of the Roses histories, is again a Festival coup and an unforgettable highlight.
Scenographer and lighting designer, Jan Versweyveld has created a War Room for the first two sections, Henry V and Henry VI. Unlike the hi-tech TV studios of Roman Tragedies, here is a retro mix of military maps, operations telephones and data screens. The set is spacious, ravishingly lit, and features a large video screen for close-ups and links to the action in anterooms, and the harrowing morgue-like corridors of torture and execution.
The music, composed by Eric Sleichem, is performed by counter-tenor, Steve Dugardin, and trombone quartet, BLINDMAN. Along with the ominous use of metronomes in Richard III, it is key to the production’s success.
Director Ivo van Hove presents three contrasting versions of kingship. Henry V (Ramsey Nasr) is the just king, mindful of the grief of war, honourable to his enemies. Henry VI (Eelco Smits) is the reluctant monarch, dominated by powerful courtiers, abject in failure. After interval, when the production moves into theatrical overdrive, he is personally despatched at the suffocating hands of the psychopath king, Richard III (Hans Kesting) who even mocks his corpse by putting his nerdy glasses back on upside down.
There are too many player highlights to include here, but the cast of fourteen is outstanding. Janni Goslinga is haunting as the prophesying Margareta, ferocious queen to the timorous Henry VI, Helene Devos is excellent in the macabre courting scene with the viperous Duke of York and, insouciantly smoking a cigarette, Bart Slegers, as Edward, wordlessly wrests power from Henry VI as if it were a board room takeover.
Of the kings, Nasr, guided by the subdued rhetoric of the adaptation, captures the humanity of Henry V with less of the jingoism of many UK versions. As Henry VI, Smits, perhaps predestined by the text and direction, is haplessly one-dimensional until the final court scene.
The momentum fully develops in the second half with Hans Kesting’s extraordinary Richard. Disfigured with a port-wine birthmark, he stares into a full-length mirror with fascinated disbelief, delivering all of Shakespeare’s “Winter of discontent” soliloquy.
Kesting is tall and moves with slow, lethal stealth. No exaggerated hunchback and limping here. And no Richard ever called for a horse like this before. It is a brilliant performance in yet another exhilarating van Hove production.
“Shakespeare’s war room in theatrical overdrive”, The Australian, March 12, 2018, p.15.
Wished I’d seen it. Next best thing..you write so well I can feel and see it. A great talent in a critic.
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The M.V.Signa is a purpose built Game Fishing Boat.
It was built in 1970 by Jack Patton (A life long member of Sydney Game Fishing Club) and was named after his Wife Signa (Sig).
The boat did two trips to Cairns while Jack owned it and was chartered by such personalities as Lee Marvin.
He is also credited with the development of the “Sir John Young” Banks off Currarong as a South Coast hot spot where Jack and his good friends, Bob & Dolly Dyer fished many a time.
“Patons Peak” in Sydney, was discovered and named by Jack as a famous fishing spot, still recognized today. He is also credited for another hot spot known as “Browns Mountain” which he named after his old Deckhand Browny. This spot is renowned for Tuna & Marlin.
DoylesIn about 1990, The Doyles (of Doyles Seafood Restaurants) purchased the boat off Jack. Mick & Bill Doyle tell us that it was put into Survey with the Maritime Services Board to conduct fishing charters out of Sydney.
Then about 1996 she was purchased by Greg (Chief) Guy who bought her down to Kiama and began fishing charters from there. Greg completely refurbished the boat with state of the art electronics and navigation equipment to get you to the right “Spots” again and again, full galley re-fit and comfortable seating.
Ross O’Brien worked on Signa as a deckhand and master with Greg until his opportunity to purchase this beautiful boat came up in 2005.
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Was born in Paris, France.
Trained at Oxford Branch of Stagecoach Theatre Arts.
She began casting for "Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone" in 1999.
Began starring in many other shows and films.
Graduated from Brown University in May, 2014.
Starred in "Beauty and the Beast", and "The Circle" in 2017.
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Emma Watson Resume
This is a resume of Emma Watson. By Raiya Patel
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United Airlines Misplaces ScHoolboy Q’s Dog
C. Vernon Coleman II
Rah Negev, Getty Images
Update (July 17, 10:53 a.m. EST):
United Airlines has apologized to ScHoolboy Q for misplacing his dog after reuniting the two: "Our customer's dog was safely reunited with its owner Friday evening. We have been in touch with our customer to sincerely apologize for this mistake and are providing a refund."
ScHoolboy Q is pissed with United Airlines after claiming they lost his dog on a flight.
The pooch, a French bulldog, was supposed to be shipped to the TDE rapper from Denver on Friday (July 14), but when the rapper went to pick up the canine, he was greeted with the wrong dog, reports TMZ. He reported the mistake, and also blasted the airline on social media. "You guys r idiots @united HOW U PUT MY DOG ON THE WRONG FLIGHT???? I need answers," he posted on Twitter.
The airline quickly responded, "We want to look into this further. Please DM us the airway bill. ^MD." According to TMZ, the dog was then supposed to be delivered to Q's home by midnight. It is unclear whether he received the precious cargo. But the fact that he is not still snapping on United on Twitter might be a good sign.
Q already owns two dogs, with the misplaced pup, who he will reportedly be naming "Yeerndamean," being the third addition to his stable.
As we've noted in the past, DMX isn't the only rapper with a love for dogs. There are even several rappers who have given their dog its own Instagram account.
In other ScHoolboy Q-related news, the "THat Part" rapper will be performing at Budweiser's Budland Festival this weekend in Los Angeles. The lineup includes Syd, Buddy, Virgil Abloh, Cozy Boys and more.
See 33 Rappers With Neck Tattoos
Source: United Airlines Misplaces ScHoolboy Q’s Dog
Filed Under: SchoolBoy Q
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Hurricane Center: Florence Makes Landfall In N. Carolina
POSTED BY WLAS September 16th, 2018 0 COMMENTS
WILMINGTON, N.C. (AP) — Hurricane Florence made landfall in North Carolina early Friday, pushing a life-threatening storm surge of floodwater miles inland and ripping apart buildings with screaming wind and pelting rain.
More than 60 people had to be pulled from a collapsing motel at the height of the storm, and many more who defied evacuation orders were hoping to be rescued. Pieces of buildings ripped apart by the storm flew through the air.
Most ominously, forecasters said the terrifying onslaught would last for hours and hours, because Florence was barely creeping along and still drawing energy from the ocean.
Florence made landfall as a Category 1 hurricane a few miles east of Wilmington, as the center of its eye moved onshore near Wrightsville Beach, the National Hurricane Center said.
Coastal streets flowed with frothy ocean water and tens of thousands lost electricity. Forecasters said “catastrophic” freshwater flooding was expected along waterways far from the coast of the Carolinas.
At 7 a.m., Florence was centered just 5 miles (10 kilometers) east of Wilmington, North Carolina. Its forward movement was 6 mph (9 kph). Hurricane-force winds extended 90 miles (150 kilometers) from its center, and tropical-storm-force winds up to 195 miles (315 kilometers).
Winds bent trees toward the ground and raindrops flew sideways as Florence moved in for an extended stay, with enough of its killer winds swirling overseas to maintain its power. Forecasters said the onslaught could last for days, leaving a wide area under water from both heavy downpours and rising seas.
The wind howled and sheets of rain splattered against windows of a hotel before dawn in Wilmington, where Sandie Orsa of Wilmington sat in a lobby lit by emergency lights after the power failed.
“(It’s) very eerie, the wind howling, the rain blowing sideways, debris flying,” said Orsa, who lives nearby and fears splintering trees will pummel her house.
The storm’s intensity held at about 90 mph (144 kph), and it appeared that the north side of the eye was the most dangerous place to be as Florence moved ashore.
A weather station at a community college recorded a 100 mph wind gust, and forecasters tweeted that a 91 mph wind gust slammed into Wilmington’s airport, surpassing the power of Hurricane Fran two decades ago.
The National Hurricane Center said a gauge in Emerald Isle, North Carolina, reported 6.3 feet (1.92 meters) of inundation. Emerald Isle is about 84 miles 135 kilometers) north of Wilmington.
And about 46 miles farther up the waterfront, in New Bern, about 150 people were waiting to be rescued from floods on the Neuse River, WXII-TV reported. The city said two FEMA teams were working on swift-water rescues and more were on the way.
The worst of the storm’s fury had yet to reach coastal South Carolina, where emergency managers said people could still leave flood-prone areas.
“There is still time, but not a lot of time,” said Derrec Becker of the South Carolina Department of Emergency Management.
More than 80,000 people in North Carolina already were without power as the storm began buffeting the coast, and more than 12,000 were in shelters. Another 400 people were in shelters in Virginia, where forecasts were less dire.
North Carolina corrections officials said more than 3,000 people were relocated from adult prisons and juvenile centers in the path of Florence, and more than 300 county prisoners were transferred to state facilities.
Officials said some 1.7 million people in the Carolinas and Virginia were warned to evacuate, but it’s unclear how many did. The homes of about 10 million were under watches or warnings for the hurricane or tropical storm conditions.
Spanish moss waved in the trees as the winds picked up in Wilmington, and floating docks bounced atop swells at Morehead City. Ocean water flowed between homes and on to streets on the Outer Banks; waves crashed against wooden fishing piers.
Coastal towns in the Carolinas were largely empty, and schools and businesses closed as far south as Georgia.
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For motorcycle enthusiasts, there is nothing more appealing than the freedom of riding the open road on a two-wheeled, open-air vehicle. Even those who most love motorcycling as both transportation and sport, however, have to admit that there is greater risk involved in riding a motorcycle than in driving a car. Some of this risk is attributable to the negligence of other drivers who have a tendency to treat motorcyclists more like dangerous interlopers than fellow drivers. At Nagel Rice, LLP, our personal injury attorneys are well-prepared to take your side if you are involved in a motorcycle accident. Not only are we aggressive litigators ready to file suit against any driver who has caused you harm, but we are compassionate advocates, dedicated to obtaining the damages you deserve to compensate you for your medical costs, pain and suffering, and lost wages.
Nagel Rice Will Get You What You Need
From our offices in Roseland and New York City, our personal injury attorneys have served as successful legal counsel to a large number of motorcycle accident victims throughout New Jersey. We have a remarkable track record of historic verdicts and settlements for motorcycle riders, totaling almost $30 million recovered. This is particularly important because New Jersey motorcyclists are not eligible for personal injury protection (PIP) insurance. This means that if you are injured severely in a motorcycle accident in New Jersey, you may be left with substantial uncovered medical bills. Our attorneys can help you by filing a lawsuit against the driver at fault so that his or her insurance company will be forced to pay you the compensation you deserve.
Frequent Causes of Motorcycle Accidents in New Jersey and New York
As motorcyclists well know, New Jersey drivers, like drivers everywhere, are often inattentive or distracted. Even more threatening, these drivers often do not pay attention to the riders of much smaller vehicles, sometimes not even noticing them on the road. It is all too easy for drivers to miss motorcyclists, colliding with them at intersections, rear-ending them on highways, or riding too close to them, causing them to leave the pavement or even tip over.
Why Motorcyclists are More Vulnerable to Injury
In spite of requirements that New Jersey riders wear helmets to protect them from traumatic brain injuries (TBIs), and the fact that most riders also wear clothing and boots designed to shield them in case of an accident, federal statistics show that motorcyclists are over 30 times more likely to die from vehicular accidents than those in cars. The reasons for this are obvious:
Motorcyclists are not enclosed in a protective metal cage
Motorcycles have two wheels rather than four, making them less stable
Motorcycles are much smaller, lighter weight, and less visible, especially at night or in inclement weather, than are cars
Riding a motorcycle requires more skill and balance than driving a car
Unfortunately, it is all too easy for a motorcyclist to be severely injured in a collision. As they say, “When you’re on a motorcycle, there are no ‘fender benders’.” It is all too easy to suffer road rash, fractures, internal injuries, spinal cord and brain injuries when you are involved in a motorcycle crash. This is why it is absolutely crucial to get a strong personal injury attorney from Nagel Rice on the case as soon as possible. The sooner you contact us, the more promptly we can collect police data, interview witnesses, examine the accident site, and call in any necessary experts to evaluate forensic evidence. The more promptly you involve Nagel Rice in your case, the more likely we are to be successful.
Nagel Rice Has the Experience and In-Depth Knowledge to Help
Because we have dealt with so many types of motorcycle accidents, both in terms of varieties of collisions and in terms of kinds of injuries, we have already done much of the necessary background work. The most common type of two-vehicle motorcycle accidents involve head-on collisions (78 percent). Tragically, these are the kind of crashes most often fatal to the cyclist.
Other frequent motorcycle accidents occur when cars are making left-hand turns, typically as cyclists are going through an intersection, passing the car, or trying to overtake the car. The reason usually given by motorists for such collisions is that they didn’t see the smaller vehicle.
At Nagel Rice, we already have the accident statistics at our disposal and know how to access evidence that will help us to recreate the event. Even if you have been involved in a single-vehicle motorcycle accident, our attorneys are often able to recover damages from another party because such accidents rarely take place in a vacuum. You may have been the victim of an icy road that has not been properly cleared, a pothole that has not been repaired, or an obstacle that has not been removed from the road in a timely fashion, in which case the county, state, or town may be held responsible.
In the event that another driver has cut you off and forced you to collide with a tree or telephone pole, that party may be liable for your injuries. It is also possible that another driver was driving under the influence (DUI), speeding, texting, or breaking the law in some other way and that his or her daredevil behavior caused your injuries. In such cases, our skilled attorneys may be able to recover damages from that driver’s insurance company once we prove that your accident resulted from that person’s negligence or reckless driving.
New York and New Jersey Motorcycle Accident Lawyer
At Nagel Rice, we take the position that motorcycles are as legitimate as any other vehicles on the road. We are fully prepared to represent you with integrity and diligence, defending your intrinsic right to use your motorcycle as a means of commuting, transportation, and recreation.
If you have been seriously injured in a motorcycle collision, leave it to our talented motorcycle accident attorneys to best strategize ways to protect your rights and fight for you to receive every dollar of compensation you deserve. We will put all our efforts into your case so that you can get on with your life without being haunted by enormous medical and rehabilitation bills while unable to return to work. If you have suffered a catastrophic injury and have become permanently disabled, we will work diligently to obtain damages for you that will support you and your family during the immediate aftermath of the accident and throughout the foreseeable future. Get in touch with us by phone or by filling out a contact form on our website.
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Homeschool 2nd Grade
(Competencies and Comprehensive Guide)
Preparing to homeschool 2nd grade? It’s an exciting time for you and your child! We’ve compiled everything you need to get you started and keep you on track for homeschooling this year. Competencies, developmental milestones, field trip ideas, and more are included below!
By age seven, most children are:
able to communicate effectively using complex sentences
able to pay attention to a topic that interests them for 30 to 45 minutes
able to zip zippers, fasten buttons, and tie their shoes with ease (giving both of you a little more independence).
Homeschooling curriculum in the state of Texas must include the five basic subjects of reading, spelling, grammar, mathematics and good citizenship. Science, history and social studies are included below for you.
Not residing in Texas? Check out state requirements for homeschooling second grade in your state.
Read ahead:
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Suggested 2nd Grade School Supplies
Lined paper or spiral notebooks
Crayons and colored pencils
Paints (tempera and watercolor)
Paper for painting
Children’s scissors (blunt tip)
Sight word flash cards
Wall maps of the world and the United States
Library card (for both you and your child).
Homeschool 2nd Grade Grammar, Reading, Spelling and Language Arts
Able to read the 200 most commonly used words in the English language, including there, have, that, is, the, a, and in.
Reading comprehension improves.
Begins to “read to learn” instead of “learn to read.”
Learns new vocabulary through reading.
Uses words to talk through problems.
Starts playing with words to make puns.
Understands and tells jokes and riddles.
Picks out nouns and action words in sentences.
Uses phonetic strategies when reading and writing, sounding out words that are unfamiliar.
Begins to break down unfamiliar words into smaller parts by looking for patterns he’s seen before—such as “anti” or “dis”—to figure out the meaning.
Paraphrases information they have read.
Explains the problem, solution or main idea in fiction and nonfiction literature.
Reads and understands stories, poems, plays, directories, newspapers, charts and diagrams.
2nd Grade Writing Skills
Writes sentences using correct punctuation and capitalization.
Writes about her own ideas.
Revises writing to make it clearer.
Is able to write the different types of sentences: declarative (“That apple is red.”), interrogative (“Can my friend come over after school?”) and exclamatory (“I love homeschooling!”).
Writes to express feelings, tell stories and summarize information.
2nd Grade History and Social Studies
Able to explain the significance of various community, state, and national celebrations such as Veterans Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, and Thanksgiving.
Able to identify and explain the significance of various community, state and national landmarks such as monuments and government buildings.
Is familiar with the history and important figures of your local community.
Develops a sense of time and chronology and is able to describe a series of events with words including historical, present, past and future.
Able to create and interpret timelines for events in the past and present.
Understands cause and effect to make more in-depth math connections (for example, if 6 + 2 = 8, then 8 ‒ 6 = 2).
May be able to use those connections to do more complex math (such as multiplication and division).
Successfully adds and subtracts two-digit numerals.
Recognizes and knows the value of coins.
Relates math to other subjects such as science (measurements and graphs) and social studies (tables and maps).
Able to use a ruler to measure the length of an object to the nearest inch or centimeter.
Can estimate numbers.
Measures the length of an object with a “non-standard” object. For example, a baseball bat is four cereal boxes long.
Able to tell time to the nearest quarter hour.
Observes the basic characteristics of objects including size, shape, color, texture, sound, position, etc.
Classifies objects into groups according to observations.
Conducts a simple investigation by asking questions and using instruments such as a magnifying glass, thermometer and weight scale to gather information.
Understands and is able to explain the basic needs of animals, including shelter, water, and food.
Able to group animals based on their habitats and similarities. For example, birds live in nests, fish have gills.
Understands the concept of life cycles, including birth, developing from childhood to adulthood, reproducing, and eventually dying.
Understands the concept of seasons and the weather changes from day to day.
Explains components of weather such as temperature, wind, rain, sleet, snow and hail.
Uses a thermometer to read the temperature.
Understands the difference between solids, liquids and gas, and that these materials can change from one state to another (Examples: the water cycle).
Understands the impact of science and technology on our past, present, and future.
2nd Grade Good Citizenship
Even when homeschooling 2nd grade it’s important to teach good citizenship. Being a good citizen not only means understanding your right to vote and the privileges of citizenship, but also respect for our planet, good stewardship and understanding the world around us. If you are in need of resources and lesson plans to fulfill this requirement, consider joining THSC. We offer our “Lone Star Study” guide as a free download for our members.
Learn about the electoral process in local, state and national elections.
Become involved in events and initiatives (such as Capitol Days,sponsored by THSC).
Volunteer at a local food pantry, local animal shelter or other organization (many places allow younger children to participate with a parent).
Attend rallies of causes you believe in as a family.
Attend city council meetings and discover the workings of your town.
Register to vote and vote! Take your child with you to see the process. Children under the age of 18 are allowed to go with you and even go inside the booth with you in every state in the United States.
Keep our state clean by picking up litter.
Learn about recycling, where and how you recycle items in your community.
Discover Americans who exemplify good citizenship such as Paul Revere, Abigail Adams, World War II Women Airforce Service Pilots (WASPs), Navajo Code Talkers, and Sojourner Truth.
How is your town significant in Texas history? Find out! Visit the local library or chat with a local historian.
For more ideas, check out our teaching good citizenship page.
All children develop at different rates. However, certain skills are easily identified by the age of seven. If you have concerns about your child’s development after reviewing this list, please discuss those with your healthcare provider.
2nd Grade Gross Motor Skills
Able to play, run and be active for longer periods of time without getting tired.
Rides a two-wheel bicycle unassisted.
Ready and able to learn sports involving good physical control.
Coordinates movements to do things like follow a dance routine.
2nd Grade Fine Motor Skills
Uses the small muscles in her hands successfully, is able to hold a pencil correctly, and form letters accurately.
Improvement in sports skills (such as catching a small ball).
Able to tie shoes, fasten buttons and zip zippers without help.
May begin to type fairly quickly on a keyboard.
2nd Grade Speech and Emotional Development
Enjoys being part of a team, group or club.
Uses complex sentences and different types of sentences to express ideas clearly.
More easily influenced by peers.
Enjoys sharing secrets and jokes with friends.
Experiences periods of dramatic emotions and impatience (feeling that everyone is against him) and then bounces right back to everything being just fine.
Begins to see things from other people’s points of view.
More aware of others’ perceptions of them.
Tests out “bad” words for shock value.
Pronounces letter sounds correctly and no longer substitutes “w” for “r” when speaking.
Still lacks attention at times to following directions.
“The Magic Tree House”: This 40+ book series by Mary Pope Osborne sends readers back in time to lands both real and fictional with missions, adventures and history. These chapter books teach readers about dinosaurs, Egyptian history, Camelot and more.
“Gooney Bird Greene”: series written by Lois Lowry and illustrated by Middy Thomas introduces us to Goonie Bird and her “only absolutely true” stories. Your young reader will be intrigued by Goonie Bird’s storytelling and he will learn he has a story of his own to tell too.
“Frog and Toad are Friends”: Arnold Lobel shares the story of two friends standing together through life’s ups and downs.
“Cam Jansen”: series by David A. Adler and Susanna Natti (illustrator) bring to life Cam and her best friend Eric, two fifth graders who solve the mystery every time.
“The Chocolate Touch”: by Patrick Skene Catling (with pictures by Margot Apple) has been a favorite for generations. As the subtitle says, “John Midas was crazy about chocolate. But this was too much of a good thing.”
“Stink: The Incredible Shrinking Kid”: Megan McDonald and illustrator Peter H. Reynolds tell the story of the famous Judy Moody’s little brother, Stink, and his suspiciously shrinking situation. If only he could speak to James Madison—the shortest person to serve as president of the United States!
“Flat Stanley”: Since 1964, Flat Stanley and his fun adventures have thrilled the imaginations of children. You may have seen or been a part of a Flat Stanley challenge based on this series by Jeff Brown with pictures by Scott Nash.
Nonfiction books by Gail Gibbons: tornadoes, hurricanes and other weather-related titles are available from this “master of children’s nonfiction.”
“Magic School Bus”: Join Ms. Frizzle and her class in these science books with a fun and adventurous side. The original video series (plus the new Netflix reboot) give parents additional content and instruction.
“Ordinary People Change the World”: Titles include “I am Neil Armstrong,” “I am Lucille Ball,” and “I am Gandhi.” This biography series by Brad Meltzer brings the lives and events of well-known people to the page with creative illustrations by Christopher Eliopoulos.
Magazines offer a great way for children to learn core subjects and relationship skills.
Here are a few great options:
National Geographic Kids (ages six and up)
Highlights (ages six to 12)
Sports Illustrated Kids (ages six to 18)
Spider (ages 6 to 9).
10 Awesome Field Trip Ideas for 2nd Grade
Everyone loves a field trip! Many places and people are open to tours to educate youth. Just ask! Don’t feel you have to leave your town or your own neighborhood to enjoy a successful field trip. Be creative, and your next excursion down the street can be an educational experience.
First Responder Appreciation: Police, fire and EMS stations are located throughout most cities. Locate the one closest to your house and make a connection. Tour a fire station, talk to a police officer or reach out to an emergency medical technician and find out what it truly means to be a first responder.
Government: THSC Capitol Days are one-day, hands-on events that allow homeschooling families to fully participate in the state legislative process. These events give the opportunity to defend the rights of homeschool families in Texas, meet representatives and staff and actually help pass a law. A free grade-specific tour is also available at our Texas state capitol (which includes history, architecture and the legislative process).
Job Fair: Visit a farm, watch a lawyer in court, chat with a pastor/priest or cook alongside a chef. Most professionals are quick to assist. Ask around! Plumbers, actors, doctors and more are available to show you the ins and outs of their careers.
Historical Sites: Why is your town important in the story of Texas? Check with a local historian or county historical society to find out!
Museums: The National Cowgirl Museum and Hall of Fame in Fort Worth “honors and celebrates women, past and present, whose lives exemplify the courage, resilience, and independence that helped shape the American West, and fosters an appreciation of the ideals and spirit of self-reliance they inspire.”
Sports: From the Texas Sports Hall of Fame in Waco to a tour of the Dallas Cowboys AT&T Stadium, your sports fan has plenty of opportunities to learn not only the history of a sport, but also the science behind it, too!
Libraries: As a homeschooling family, the local library tends to be our home away from home. How does a library work? Chat with the children’s or reference librarian(s) to discover the inner workings of a place you see often (and tour it, if tours are available). Most libraries offer summer programs as well as events during spring break. Take advantage of free programs and educational opportunities held throughout the year.
Theater/Music/Art: Get front-row seats for a theater performance or grab a blanket and head to a free outdoor concert. Stroll through a sculpture garden. Music, art, and theater will open your child’s mind to other worlds and experiences. Many communities offer children’s theater groups. Maybe it’s time for your second grader to be the star of the show!
Get Outside: Walk around the zoo and discuss the different types of animals, birds and reptiles represented while discussing wildlife conservation, hike in a state park, or visit the Port Isabel Lighthouse state historic site, the only open-to-the-public lighthouse in our state. Want to stay close to home? Tour your backyard searching for insects, visit a pond and count the diverse wildlife, or take a stroll through your neighborhood. Simply walking around and noticing nature opens up a world of insights and conversations with your seven year old.
Ring the church bell at the Governor Bill and Vara Daniel Historic Village in Waco. These nine wood frame structures were relocated from Liberty, Texas and now sit alongside the banks of the Brazos River as part of the Mayborn Museum Complex, which was donated to Baylor University in 1985 by the Daniel family. A schoolhouse complete with blackboard and primers, a church, a law office, and more dot the property (recreating a community during the 1890s). An audio tour is provided! Special events take place throughout the year.
Head to the Texas Hill Country for the Pioneer Museum in Fredericksburg, offering hands-on classes, presentations and workshops that keep the craftsmanship, allure and heirloom skills of our past available for your family to learn today.
For more Texas road trip ideas (and beyond), check out our roadschooling page!
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Reading and Writing Skills
Math and Science Skills
2nd Grade Best Books to Read
2nd Grade Developmental Milestones
Second grade is when many children take off with reading on their own. Keep the school experience positive by encouraging curiosity and you’ll be helping your child become a lifelong learner.
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The Japanese whaling research vessel Nisshin Maru is approached by a Sea Shepherd vessel in the Southern Ocean during last season's hunt.
Japan vows to resume whale hunt; activists promise fight
Japan says it will hunt whales in the Southern Ocean this winter and will send a Fisheries Agency ship to guard its whalers against promised intervention by a conservation group.
"The Fisheries Agency will send a patrol boat and take increased measures to strengthen the protection given to the research whaling ships," Fisheries Minister Michihiko Kano said at a news conference Tuesday.
At its annual meeting in July, the International Whaling Commission passed a resolution calling on its member countries "to cooperate to prevent and suppress actions that risk human life and property at sea."
Last winter, Japan cut its planned December-to-April hunt two months short after anti-whaling activists from the Sea Shepherd Conservation Society repeatedly interfered with the whaling vessels.
Sea Shepherd claims it saved 800 whales by its actions during last season's hunt. Japanese whalers killed 171 minke whales and two fin whales during the Antarctic hunt, according to IWC figures.
In a statement issued last Friday, Sea Shepherd vowed to take on the whaling vessels again.
“They will have to kill us to prevent us from intervening once again. ... We will undertake whatever risks to our lives will be required to stop this invasion of arrogant greed into what is an established sanctuary for the whales,” Sea Shepherd's leader, Paul Watson, said in a statement on the organization's website. Sea Shepherd will have more than 100 people in the Southern Ocean to block the Japanese whaling fleet, according to the statement.
Kano said Japan wants to continue research whaling with the aim of establishing that whale stocks are sufficient to resume a full commercial hunt in the future, according to Japanese media reports.
Sea Shepherd contends that the research hunts are a sham, with meat from the hunts being sold to consumers and served in restaurants.
Australia's government condemned Japan's decision to resume its research hunt and its plans for future commercial hunts.
"The Australian government remains opposed to all commercial whaling, including so-called 'scientific whaling.' We will keep working to achieve a permanent end to all commercial whaling," Environment Minister Tony Burke said in a statement.
"Australia believes Japan's whaling is contrary to international law and should stop," Australian Attorney General Robert McClelland said.
"That is why Australia is taking our case in the International Court of Justice to bring to an end Southern Ocean whaling permanently."
Japan also hunts whales in the Northern Pacific, taking 100 sei whales, 50 Bryde's, 119 minke and three sperm whales last season, according to the IWC.
Iceland and Norway also conduct whale hunts. Aboriginal whale hunts are permitted in the Danish territory of Greenland, the U.S., Russia, and St. Vincent and the Grenadines.
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Why do they still whale? Boycott everything Ja-pan, and the outcry in their own country will make them stop.
October 4, 2011 at 10:34 am | Report abuse |
Stop any aid and sympathy to them. One ofthe most cruel cultures in the world
Calamari Man
Yes, whales are a vile and disgusting culture. The only punishment which is suitable for them is to be served on a nice bed of white rice.
shevy
You are very right. As a culture they have no regard for our oceans, fish stocks, or the pain caused by killing mammals like dolphins and whales. Its sickening.
October 4, 2011 at 12:10 pm | Report abuse |
Just wondering, they use underwater radar in the us to hurt whales and confuse them, why can we not develop a noise to warn the whales of danger here comes the J whalers. They are thought to be intelligent animals and can communicate with each other, why can't we find the right sound to warn them and not have to have the physical conflicts with the J whalers. Lower a mic and sound the *get out of these waters the J whalers are coming*.
Japan is sending out whaling boats for "research".
Is *that* what they're calling it these days?
They are researching the various flavors of fresh Sushi.
Get in m'a belly!
Jeff Frank ( R- Ohio )"Off the deep end"
"Wait till they hunt the very rare "flatulent" sperm whale". They'll have to cork that bit_h.
Them hippies need to back off and let them whalers hunt away! I love my Sushi!
Bimbo the Birthday Clown
Nuke the gay whales if you love Jesus.
Mmm...BBQ whale....
Oh, why the hell not? Everything else is done in Jesus' name!
leeintulsa
Sounds doable to me.. Some irritating noise that would drive whales away.. I like it..
That was @angel
Joey Isotta-Fraschini
I've always wanted to have whale steak, but I never have. I'd like to try it once while I'm still "this side the earth."
As for calamari, there you have one of the best things in the world!
I prefer sashimi to sushi: I avoid carbs.
It also hurts a fish or a cow to be slaughtered.
I am a carnivore.
If someone else chooses to give up meat, I don't care. I think that he should eat whatever he chooses.
That's why I sport a bumper sticker that reads:
"Save a tree, eat a vegetarian."
Anomic Office Drone
I hope Australia wins their case. What kind of legitimate research ends with the experimented upon animal corpse being cut up and sold in super markets as food?
October 4, 2011 at 1:09 pm | Report abuse |
@Atomic Office Drone:
The commercial kind...
I just had a chat with my closest friend, who now lives in another state. I mentioned the whale/food issue, asking whether he'd ever eaten a whale steak. He said he wouldn't do it. Then he lectured about how perfectly happy the whales are in the ocean by themselves.
OK. It all averages out. Some folks eat 'em, some don't. We'll all survive.
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Late Lunchtime Links: Insights into how you might get hired by Winton Capital, which appears an amazing place to work
by Sarah Butcher 21 May 2012
David Harding, likes real world statisticians
Forget Man Group, which has just acquired fund of funds group FRM, and look at Winton Capital, which is frequently and favourably compared to Man on the grounds that it charges 50% lower fees and has outperformed to almost exactly the same extent that Man has recently underperformed.
Even better, Winton Capital is hiring. It wants to expand its research team to make more sense of increasingly large and complex datasets. To this end, it’s recruited David Carrier, a former headhunter with Kinsey Allen, to oversee its strategic expansion, and is currently advertising for 13 “highly experienced and established minds,” plus several graduate positions. (Man Group’s also advertising, but it only wants 5 people in the UK – plus graduate technologists.)
How might you get a job at Winton? The fund’s ethereal recruitment video says it wants people who can formulate a hypothesis based on, “large sets of historic data.”
This doesn’t mean Winton wants economists and financial services Mscs. Far from it. Winton founder and head of research, David Harding says he hires hardly anyone with a PhD in economics and that most of the people who work there have a background in the, “hard sciences.” Winton’s research group explicitly looks for people with a scientific background who want careers as researchers rather than traders, and who have a background working with, “real world data.”
Reuters reports that Winton already employs more than 90 researchers, “including extragalactic astrophysicists, computer scientists and climatologists.” One of its most prized hires is reportedly a physics graduate and meteorologist who had researched the "El Nino" phenomenon and now works correlating weather data to crop yields in order to predict how prices might fluctuate with the weather.
Winton’s recruitment video, seemingly filmed in the lush environs of Oxford makes it look a distinctly appealing place to work. The dress code is casual (the meteorologist met by Reuters was wearing jeans and a T-shirt), the atmosphere is relaxed.
“The feeding and watering is taken care of, all the hassle is taking out of life, all you do is work on interesting research with great colleagues,” says Harding. Interestingly, the bonus pool is centralised rather than based on individual performance. In Harding’s case, this doesn’t appear to have been an issue: he’s reportedly worth over £800m.
Approximately 92% of investment banking jobs didn’t see an increase in their base salaries for the year to March 31, says Astbury Marsden. (Bloomberg)
On every measure – investment banking, equities, FICC, costs, pre-tax profits and profitability – European banks have fared worse over the past year than their US counterparts. (Financial News)
Irvin Goldman, who was in charge of risk at JPMorgan’s CIO and is brother in law of Barry Zubrow, JPMorgan’s former head of risk management and current head of corporate regulatory affairs, was fired from Cantor in 2007 after loss-making trades. (Bloomberg)
Nick Reid is stepping down as co-head of investment banking at UBS and will be spending more time with clients. This is entirely unrelated to the imminent arrival of Andrea Orcel. (Reuters)
Lloyds has been seeking to reequip its managers with the skills of alpha males and females. (Telegraph)
Nassim Taleb: “Banks don’t understand risk. They are building bridges saying they can hold 500 trucks and they break after the third truck.” (YouTube)
A ranking of the world’s biggest banks by return on equity correlates closely with the proportion of revenue they make from retail banking, rather than from racier investment banking. (Economist)
Jamie Dimon had become, “gratuitously full of himself, unnecessarily angry”. (Financial Times)
Facebook is going to get good value for its fees. (Financial Times)
Death by desk job. (Mashable)
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Entasis Therapeutics Reports First Quarter 2019 Financial Results and Provides Business Update
Transformative start to the year with the first Phase 3 trial underway and key additions to the leadership team
WALTHAM, Mass., May 14, 2019 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Entasis Therapeutics Holdings Inc. (NASDAQ: ETTX), a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on the discovery and development of novel antibacterial products, announced its first quarter financial results ended March 31, 2019 and provided a business update.
“We believe 2019 will be a transformative year for Entasis as we advance our late-stage pipeline and expand our leadership team,” commented Manos Perros, President and Chief Executive Officer of Entasis Therapeutics. “To kick off the year, we recently initiated our global Phase 3 trial for ETX2514SUL against carbapenem-resistant Acinetobacter, for which we expect to have top line data in 2020. The initiation of this trial represents a major step forward for the Company. We also anticipate both the initiation of our Phase 3 trial for zoliflodacin for uncomplicated gonorrhea in collaboration with our partner Global Antibiotic Research and Development Partnership (GARDP), and Phase 1 data read-out of ETX0282CPDP, in mid-2019. With our first Phase 3 clinical trial underway, we have started to prepare our global commercialization strategy by bolstering our organization with the appointment of Eric Kimble as Chief Commercial Officer and Elizabeth Keiley as General Counsel. We look forward to leveraging their expertise as we advance towards commercialization.”
First Quarter and Recent Business Highlights
Recently, the Company launched its Phase 3 clinical trial of ETX2514SUL, ATTACK (Acinetobacter Treatment Trial Against Colistin), as a potential treatment for infections caused by carbapenem-resistant A. baumannii. ATTACK is a two-part global study that will enroll a total of 300 patients. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has granted Qualified Infectious Disease Product (QIDP) and Fast Track designations to ETX2514SUL.
The Company strengthened its management team with the appointment of Eric Kimble as Chief Commercial Officer to build and oversee the Company’s global commercialization strategy and product launch initiatives. Mr. Kimble has over 25 years of commercial leadership experience in sales, marketing and commercial strategy, and product launches from Cubist Pharmaceuticals, Biogen Inc. and Merck & Co.
In April, Elizabeth Keiley was appointed General Counsel and is responsible for leading the Company’s legal, governance and compliance initiatives. Ms. Keiley will be instrumental in supporting our commercialization efforts while ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations and the protection of Entasis’ intellectual property, including patents and FDA designation.
Entasis presented promising findings from multiples studies related to its clinical assets, ETX2514SUL and ETX0282CPDP, as well as its preclinical non-beta-lactam PBP inhibitor (NBP) program at the 29th European Congress of Clinical Microbiology & Infectious Diseases (ECCMID) in Amsterdam, Netherlands. These data presentations highlighted the Company’s pipeline of innovative antimicrobial assets and their potential value as therapeutic agents.
First Quarter Financial Results
The Company reported a net loss of $12.9 million for the quarter ended March 31, 2019, compared to a net loss of $10.7 million for the quarter ended March 31, 2018. The increase in net loss was primarily related to an increase in research and development expenses, partially offset by increases in other income.
Research and development expenses were $11.0 million for the quarter ended March 31, 2019, compared to $8.6 million for the quarter ended March 31, 2018. The increase in research and development expenses was primarily attributable to preclinical and clinical development expenses related to the advancement of our ETX2514SUL product candidate.
General and administrative expenses remained flat at $3.2 million for the quarter ended March 31, 2019 compared to the quarter ended March 31, 2018, as increased costs associated with additional headcount were offset by lower legal costs.
As of March 31, 2019, cash, cash equivalents and short-term investments were $74.6 million, compared to $85.1 million as of December 31, 2018.
About Entasis
Entasis is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on the discovery, development and commercialization of novel antibacterial products to treat serious infections caused by multidrug-resistant Gram-negative bacteria. Entasis’ targeted-design platform has produced a pipeline of product candidates, including ETX2514SUL (targeting A. baumannii infections), zoliflodacin (targeting Neisseria gonorrhoeae), and ETX0282CPDP (targeting Enterobacteriaceae infections). Entasis is also using its platform to develop a novel class of antibiotics, non-β-lactam inhibitors of the penicillin-binding proteins (NBPs) (targeting Gram-negative infections). For more information, visit www.entasistx.com.
Entasis Forward-looking Statements
This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Words such as “may,” “will,” “expect,” “plan,” “anticipate,” “estimate,” “intend” and similar expressions (as well as other words or expressions referencing future events, conditions or circumstances) are intended to identify forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements are based on Entasis’ expectations and assumptions as of the date of this press release. Each of these forward-looking statements involves risks and uncertainties. Actual results may differ materially from these forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements contained in this press release include statements regarding (i) the progress, timing and results of Entasis’ clinical trials; (ii) design of the Phase 3 clinical trial of ETX2514SUL, including plans to incorporate BIOFIRE Instruments and Pneumonia Panels into this trial; (iii) GARDP’s role in the Phase 3 clinical trial of zoliflodacin; and (iv) use of proceeds from the initial public offering. Many factors may cause differences between current expectations and actual results, including unexpected safety or efficacy data observed during non-clinical or clinical studies, clinical site activation rates or clinical trial enrollment rates that are lower than expected and changes in expected or existing competition, changes in the regulatory environment, failure of Entasis’ collaborators to support or advance collaborations or product candidates and unexpected litigation or other disputes. Many of these factors are beyond Entasis’ control. These and other risks and uncertainties are described more fully in the Entasis’ filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, including the section titled “Risk Factors” contained therein. Forward-looking statements contained in this announcement are made as of this date, and except as required by law, Entasis assumes no obligation to update any forward-looking statements contained herein to reflect any change in expectations, even as new information becomes available.
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Entasis Therapeutics
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Entasis Therapeutics Holdings Inc.
Unaudited
(in thousands, except share and per share data)
Research and development $ 11,002 $ 8,550
General and administrative 3,189 3,218
Total operating expenses 14,191 11,768
Loss from operations (14,191 ) (11,768 )
Other income:
Grant income 829 1,089
Interest income 492 12
Total other income 1,321 1,101
Loss before income taxes (12,870 ) (10,667 )
Provision for income taxes 71 -
Net loss $ (12,941 ) $ (10,667 )
Net loss per share—basic and diluted $ (0.99 ) $ (844.01 )
Weighted average common stock outstanding—basic and diluted 13,126,595 12,639
Cash, cash equivalents and investments $ 74,555 $ 85,092
Other assets 6,712 4,182
Total liabilities $ 10,693 $ 6,391
Total stockholders' equity 70,574 82,883
Total liabilities and stockholders’ equity $ 81,267 $ 89,274
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Trump Reads From FDR’s Prayer to the US on D-Day
President Donald Trump read from a prayer delivered by President Franklin D. Roosevelt as he joined other world leaders and veterans Wednesday in marking the 75th anniversary of D-Day.
Dwyane Wade Memoir to Be Published This Fall
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Rahm Emanuel Bikes Around Lake Michigan
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At Nearly 34 Feet Tall, Garfield Park’s Agave Plant is Through the Roof
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In ‘Ms. Blakk,’ a Raucous Campaign for a Queer Nation Candidate
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Police Investigate Alleged Animal Abuse at Popular Farm
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Why Marijuana is a Messy Business for Banks
Medical marijuana is legal in Arizona, but dispensaries are struggling with banking systems. Arizona PBS producer Allysa Adams has this report as part of our series on legalization.
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Jane Seymour, 68, looks STUNNING in a cowl necked silver metallic gown on the SAG Awards red carpet
Groceries are about to get MUCH more expensive at Coles and Woolworths and bushfires are to blame
Shoppers could soon be paying much more for their groceries as Australia’s bushfire crisis pushes up food prices.
Supermarket giants Coles and Woolworths have been urged to raise their prices to help industries get back on their feet after the fires.
The cost of vegetables is expected to rise by as much as 50 per cent with meat and milk prices also predicted to soar.
At least one billion animals have been wiped out by the catastrophic fires, including thousands of sheep and cattle.
Fresh produce is also in limited supply after thousands of crops were destroyed in the blazes.
The cost of fresh vegetables is expected to rise as high as 50 per cent following the bushfires
At least 19,000 farmers have been impacted by the devastating bushfires across the country since November.
Queenslanders are expected to pay the highest for fresh produce as much of it comes from or through Victoria and New South Wales, according to peak vegetable body AUSVEG.
‘That product has to be rerouted through Melbourne and up the Hume Highway, which adds significantly to the time, cost and duration of moving product around,’ chief executive James Whiteside told the ABC.
‘That’s certainly having an impact on what you’re seeing on the supermarket shelves in the northern half of Australia.’
Federal minister Bridget McKenzie was warned shoppers that meat prices will go up
Mr Whiteside said the produce prices of ‘pretty well anything’ will go up.
‘A lot of those products where growers in Queensland have been sourcing out of southern states, which they typically do at this time of year, have been severely impacted,’ he said.
Federal Minister for Agriculture Bridget McKenzie confirmed prices will go up while announcing $100 million in relief for affected farmers.
‘Supermarkets are letting the Australian public know that they’ll have to pay more for their red meat – yes, you will,’ she told reporters on Tuesday.
‘That they’ll have to pay more for their fruit and vegetables … (and) milk.’
At least a billion animals, including millions have livestock have been killed in the bushfires
Coles said many of its suppliers have been directly impacted by the fires and drought.
‘Some products, particularly in fresh produce, may be unavailable or in limited supply in the short term,’ a Coles spokeswoman told Daily Mail Australia.
She added dairy farmers receive some of the highest farmgate prices being paid by any wholesale purchaser in their local market and doesn’t believe the fires will affect milk prices.
‘Coles has been making additional payments to directly-contracted dairy farmers in NSW and northern Victoria to help them meet higher expenses as a result of the drought, without making any change to retail prices,’ she said.
‘None of the dairy farmers with whom we have contracts in Victoria and NSW have so far been directly impacted by the current fires however we are in regular contact with them and will provide further assistance if required.’
Coles doesn’t believe milk prices will go up as none of its dairy farmers from in Victoria and NSW have so far been directly impacted by the current fires (stock image)
Woolworths says it’s actively monitoring the impact of the bushfires on the fresh food supply chain with its suppliers.
‘At this stage, we have yet to see an impact on our fresh food supply because of bushfires. It’s still early days in assessing the full situation on the ground,’ a spokeswoman told Daily Mail Australia.
‘If we find there are farmers within our supply chain impacted by bushfires, we will be happy to discuss the ways in which we can support them to get back on their feet.’
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HomeEntertainmentK-Pop Star Jonghyun Found Dead After Exposing ‘Satanic’ Music Industry
K-Pop Star Jonghyun Found Dead After Exposing ‘Satanic’ Music Industry
March 23, 2018 Sean Adl-Tabatabai Entertainment 8
K-Pop star Jonghyun warned of satanic executives running the music industry, shortly before he was found dead in a hotel last December.
Jonghyun, the lead singer of K-Pop group SHINee, sent a series of troubling texts to his sister shortly before his death.
Vigilantcitizen.com reports: According to local reports, Jonghyun’s final message to his sister was: “It’s been too hard. Please send me off. Tell everyone I’ve had a hard time. This is my last goodbye.”
Investigators found coal briquettes burnt in a frying pan inside Kim’s apartment, leading them to believe that he died from carbon monoxide intoxication.
Jonghyun was a prominent figure in K-Pop. He was the lead singer of the popular group SHINee (who were dubbed the “princes of K-Pop”) for over a decade. Jonghyun then launched a solo career in 2015 and published a book entitled Skeleton Flower. Kim’s last public appearance was at his solo concert named “Inspired” on Dec. 10 in Seoul.
In 2010, I’ve published an article about SHINee’s video Lucifer which indicated that K-Pop was infiltrated by the agenda of the occult elite. The song described the singers being “under the spell of Lucifer”. A line from the song aptly described the fate of K-Pop stars stuck in an oppressive industry:
“I feel like I’ve become a clown trapped in a glass castle.”
Jonghyun was signed with SM Entertainment, a Korean company that was often accused of abusing and exploiting K-Pop artists . SM Entertainment released a statement saying:
“This is SM Entertainment. We are sorry to be the bearer of such tragic, heartbreaking news. On December 18th, SHINee’s Jonghyun left us very suddenly. He was discovered unconscious at a residence in Cheongdam-dong, Seoul and was rushed to a nearby hospital but was pronounced dead. Our sadness cannot compare to the pain of his family, who had to say goodbye to a son and a brother, but we have spent a long time with him, and the SHINee members along with the SM Entertainment staff are all in deep mourning and shock. Jonghyun loved music more than anybody else and he was an artist who did everything to perform his absolute best on stage.
It breaks our heart to have to bring this news to fans who loved Jonghyun so much. ‘Please refrain from reporting on rumours and guesswork so the family of the deceased can honour him in peace. ‘As per the wish of the family, the funeral will be held quietly with his relatives and company colleagues.” – Metro, Jonghyun’s talent agency releases emotional statement as SHINee star dies aged 27
Jonghyun is one of several South Korean stars who took their lives at a young age. In 2009, actress Jang Ja-Yeon killed herself by hanging. She left a suicide note explaining how she was beaten and forced to entertain and have sex with several program directors, CEOs and media executives. Several other celebrities committed suicide including singer and actor Park Yong Ha, model Daul Kim and actress Jeong Da Bin.
Jonghyun’s death at age 27 makes him the latest addition to the infamous 27 Club, the group of late singers who died at the young age of 27. The 27 Club includes Jimi Hendrix, Janis Joplin, Jim Morrison, Kurt Cobain and Amy Winehouse. Nearly every one of them died in bizarre circumstances.
The Final Letter
Nine9 posted Kim’s “final letter” where he explains, in sometimes enigmatic words, his dark mental state. In the letter, Kim sometimes appears to address a specific person, even blaming them for his depression. Who is that person?
I’m broken on the inside.
The depression that slowly gnawed away at me eventually devoured me.
I couldn’t overcome it.
I hated myself. I resolved to hold on to memories and shouted at myself to come to my senses, but there was no answer.
If there is no way to relieve stifling breath, it’s better to just stop.
I asked who can be responsible for me.
It’s only you.
I was utterly alone.
It’s easy to say you’re going to end things.
It’s hard to actually end things.
I lived with that difficulty this whole time.
You told me that I wanted to escape.
That’s right. I wanted to escape.
From me.
You asked who is over there. I said it was me. I said it was me again. And I said it was me again.
I asked why I keep forgetting my memories. You told me it was because of my personality. I see. I see that everything is my fault in the end.
I hoped that people would notice but nobody knew. You never met me so of course you would not know I was there.
You asked why I live. Just because. Just because. Everyone just lives just because.
If you ask why people die, they would probably say it’s because they’re exhausted.
I suffered and agonized about it. I never learned how to turn this pain into happiness.
Pain is just pain.
I tried to push myself past it.
Why? Why am I keeping myself from putting an end to it all?
I was told to search for the reason why it hurts.
I know all too well. I’m hurting because of me. It’s all my fault, because I was born this way.
Doctor, is this what you wanted to hear?
No. I didn’t do anything wrong.
When you told me in that calm voice that it’s because of my personality, I thought how easy it must be to be a doctor.
It’s almost fascinating, that it hurts this much. People that have it harder than me seem to get along just fine. People weaker than me get along just fine. But that must not be true. Among the people in this world, no one has it harder than me, and no one is weaker than me.
But I still tried to live.
I asked myself why I had to do so hundreds of times, and it was never for me. It was for you.
I wanted to do something for me.
Please stop telling me things you don’t understand.
You tell me to figure out why I’m having a hard time. I told you several times why. Am I not allowed to be this sad just for those reasons? Does it have to be more specific and dramatic? Do I need to have better reasons?
I already told you. Were you even listening? Things you can overcome don’t remain as scars.
I guess I was not meant to confront the world.
I guess I was not meant to lead a life in the public eye.
That’s why it was hard. Confronting the world, and being in the public eye. Why did I make those decisions. It’s ridiculous.
It’s great that I even made it this far.
What more can I say. Just tell me I did well.
Tell me I did well enough and that I went through a lot.
Even if you can’t smile while sending me off, don’t say it’s my fault.
You really went through a lot.
Sean Adl-Tabatabai
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MLB Weekly Digest: January 6th Edition: German Receives Suspension
By Chris Lacey
The last week in MLB was about a player receiving a suspension, reliever signs a deal with a National League team and a young outfielder signs a multi-year contract.
New York Yankees Starting Pitcher Domingo German Suspended 81 Games for Domestic Violence
New York Yankees starting pitcher Domingo German has been suspended 81 games for violating MLB’s joint domestic violence, sexual assault, and child abuse policy, per an announcement by MLB several days ago.
MLB officially announces Germán suspension: pic.twitter.com/o3YzWAZWzI
— Mark Feinsand (@Feinsand) January 2, 2020
The suspension is retroactive to Sept. 19, when German was first placed on administrative leave due to an investigation, which means he’ll miss 63 games for the 2020 season.
The pitcher is ineligible to participate in spring training but will be allowed to play in the postseason next year, per Bryan Hoch of MLB.com.
Per @feinsand, Domingo German will not be permitted to participate in 2020 Spring Training. He is eligible for the 2020 postseason.
— Bryan Hoch (@BryanHoch) January 2, 2020
The other aspect of the suspension is that German agreed to contribute to Sanctuary for Families, a non-profit based in New York City that works with victims of domestic violence.
He decided not to appeal the suspension and will undergo further treatment.
Washington Nationals Sign Reliever Will Harris to Three-Year Deal
The Washington Nationals made a significant addition to their bullpen by signing reliever Will Harris to a three-year contract, per a club announcement.
The World Series champion Washington Nationals have agreed to a 3-year deal with RHP Will Harris.
🔗 // https://t.co/q0qfbAi74y pic.twitter.com/8oWOGwdan8
— Washington Nationals (@Nationals) January 3, 2020
The deal is worth $24 million, per Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic.
Source confirms: Harris deal with #Nationals is three years, $24M. First with terms: @BNightengale.
Harris had a phenomenal 2019 season for the Houston Astros as he posted a 1.50 ERA in 60 innings pitched (68 games) with 62 strikeouts, 14 walks yielded, six home runs surrendered, a 3.15 FIP, and a 0.93 WHIP.
He remained robust in the postseason last year for the Astros, by compiling a 1.86 ERA in nine and 2/3 innings pitched (12 games) with 11 strikeouts, allowing two home runs and limiting opposing hitters to a .222 batting average.
The Nats needed to add a reliever as Daniel Hudson is currently a free agent.
The signing of Harris was a smart move as he’s someone the club can rely on to preserve leads in the later innings.
The duo of Harris and Sean Doolittle provides the Nationals with a chance to defend their World Series title next season.
Chicago White Sox Sign Outfielder Luis Robert to Six-Year Contract
The Chicago White Sox have agreed to a six-year, $50-million contract with outfield prospect Luis Robert, per a club announcement.
2020: The Year of t̶h̶e̶ ̶R̶a̶t̶ La Pantera pic.twitter.com/wjuzdd5OF0
— Chicago White Sox (@whitesox) January 2, 2020
The contract also includes a pair of club options for the 2026 and ’27 seasons worth $20 million for each season, per Bob Nightengale of USA TODAY.
Luis Robert's record 6-year, $50 million contract breakdown with #WhiteSox:
2020: $1.5 million
2021: $3.5M
2022: $6M
2024: $12.5M
2026: Club option for $20M or $2M buyout.
— Bob Nightengale (@BNightengale) January 2, 2020
Robert will begin the season with the White Sox, and there will be no service-time manipulation, per Jeff Passan of ESPN.
Outfielder Luis Robert and the Chicago White Sox are in agreement on a six-year, $50 million contract that includes two club options, sources familiar with the deal tell ESPN.
Robert will begin the season in Chicago. No service-time manipulation necessary. Sox are gonna be good.
Robert is the No. 3 ranked prospect on MLB Pipeline and was stellar in 2019.
The outfielder had a .328 average and 1.001 OPS in 122 games with 31 doubles, 11 triples, 36 stolen bases, 108 runs scored, 32 home runs and 92 RBIs across three minor league levels last year.
The White Sox signing a talented player to a significant deal without any service time in the majors isn’t new for them.
They did a similar thing with outfielder Eloy Jimenez the last offseason.
Jimenez hit 31 home runs and posted a .828 OPS in his rookie campaign.
The White Sox have been busy this offseason to become a contender for the 2020 season, as they’ve signed catcher Yasmani Grandal, veteran hitter Edwin Encarnacion, left-handed starters Dallas Keuchel and Gio Gonzalez, re-signed first baseman Jose Abreu and traded for outfielder Nomar Mazara.
The team has spent over $240 million during the offseason, and only time will tell if the spending was worth it.
Chris Lacey
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BECOMING A SMOKER
After the application interview at the small girls’ college I eventually attended, I was offered a post-interview lunch in the college dining room. It was the spring of 1948. What I noticed at once was that the attractive well-dressed girls who seemed the most sophisticated stayed on after the meal for coffee and a cigarette. I therefore devoted the whole of July and August to learning how to drink coffee. My practice sessions took place, with the help of milk and saccharin, at the Horn & Hardart Automat on 57th Street during the lunch hour of my summer job. I needed the extras because black coffee tasted terrible to my virgin tongue, and I chose milk because it had fewer calories than cream, saccharin because it had no calories at all. [When I later reached Europe for the first time in the summer of 1950, Europeans I met all asked why saccharin, the wartime sweetener, now that sugar was available again. Having gone hungry for five years, they just didn’t understand American calorie-counting.]
But what good was coffee for my image without its necessary accompaniment? Although somewhat timid at seventeen about crossing this bright line into adulthood without a parental imprimatur, before Thanksgiving I had already dared enter the drugstore near campus to buy a pack of Chesterfields, my mother’s brand. (A cardboard book of matches came free with every pack, paid for by the advertising on its cover.) Imagine! No hassle. No questions. That’s what college girls did. I walked out finally feeling like a “real” college girl myself.
Learning what to do with what I had bought was another matter. It required some help from my new boyfriend. The girl across the hall with whom I shared a bathroom was not a smoker. The new boyfriend was not a regular smoker either, but knew that when you held the struck match to the tip you had to pull in your breath at the same time, possibly two or three times, until the end of the cigarette that was not in your mouth caught fire and glowed. Only when you were sure the cigarette was lit could you then shake out the match and drop it into the ashtray.
So that’s what I did until the end of the academic year — after meals in the dining room and sometimes on the train going home for a visit, because it looked good and train rides were boring. I also lit up on dates when cigarettes were offered. But I couldn’t really understand what the fuss was about, or why it was considered so sophisticated. Pulling unpleasant-tasting smoke into your mouth and then blowing it out again wasn’t anything I would have missed if cigarettes had vanished from my life. It even burned the tongue a bit. The boyfriend did explain that I would have to inhale to understand what was so good about it. But I couldn’t make myself open the back of my throat, and he didn’t care what I did about inhaling. (He was more concerned with another thing I couldn’t make myself do.)
My mother, on the other hand, was absolutely thrilled and bought me several ceramic ashtrays for my room at home and my room at college. Like mother, like daughter at last! (Not really, but she was still hoping.) I have no idea why she didn’t tell me I was doing it wrong, but she didn’t. She cared much more about appearances than what was really going on.
So the teaching job fell to Ginny, my second-year suite-mate until Christmas. (The room arrangement I had that year, in a more desirable dorm than my Freshman residence, was called a suite because each of two girls had her own room with its own door, linked by a shared bathroom in between the two rooms.) Ginny was asked to leave after our first semester together because she went to no classes, did no schoolwork, skipped most meals, slept for most of every day, and stayed up most of every night smoking, eating cookies, and reading novels not on any course reading list. Although from an extremely wealthy family, she had a terrible home life, including a father who was liable to descend the curved staircase into the living room drunk and stark naked whenever she was there with a friend — which she told me about, since she had practically no other day-to day life to share. But I guess the college couldn’t concern itself about that, especially as they probably didn’t know about it. However, when Ginny set out to do something, she did a terrific job. As in teaching me really to smoke — and thereby hooking me for twenty years.
Armed with several packages of Chesterfields and a glass from the dining room, she sat me down on my bed, filled the glass with water from the bathroom sink, told me to light up a cigarette, pull in a mouthful of smoke, and immediately take a swallow of water before blowing the smoke out again. Eureka! The water forced the smoke down into my lungs — the thing I had never been able to do before! When I at last blew out the smoke, it was dilute…and looked like everyone else’s exhalations! I also felt a trifle dizzy. Ginny explained that was why I was sitting on the bed. She urged me to continue. Encouraged, I did. Puff by puff, swallow by swallow, I sank deep and then deeper into expertise. After three or four cigarettes, I was also very full of water as well as even more dizzy. But by hanging on to the walls, I was able to make it to the toilet and then back to the bed, where I intended to finish the pack, as if it were a box of chocolates that needed to be gone by tomorrow so I could start dieting again. By the fifth cigarette, I no longer needed the water. By the fourteenth or fifteenth cigarette, I lay down on my pillow, triumphant — head spinning from lack of oxygen — and was out like a light.
In the morning, there was a foul taste in my mouth. Ginny was asleep, exhausted by her labors with me. I brushed my teeth, “borrowed” a swig of her mouthwash, and made my way down to breakfast in the building at the bottom of the campus hill. Never mind orange juice, eggs or cereal: I craved coffee and a cigarette! I was a smoker — all too soon a confirmed smoker — at last!
And thus began my twenty years of exquisite pleasures and pains. The pleasures at first were multiple. A whole new world of hitherto unfelt needs! Shopping expeditions galore! A lighter — but what kind? The cheap and reliable Zippo, seen in the hands of movie tough guys, and also movie soldiers and sailors — with its one-thumb flip-up top and dependably sturdy flare of flame, even on a windy day? It showed you were a no-nonsense sort of girl. Or a more elegant and expensive number, almost akin to jewelry — such as a small gold-plated lighter with vertical ridging that looked wonderfully feminine when extracted from an envelope purse, but often failed to do its job without strong-thumbed masculine assistance on the striking mechanism? And for either choice, the essential lighter fluid — right up there at the top of the grocery list!
Alternatively, there was the lowly matchbook or matchbox — made less lowly by the social distinction of the restaurant, hotel or cafe from which it was pinched. Some of us, including me, kept collections of such classy matchbooks and matchboxes in open bowls as a final decorative touch to the room. Although if you did that, you couldn’t actually use the matches (except perhaps once in a while to light a romantic candle) because when they were all gone, you’d have to throw the prestigious cover or box away.
[And while I’m on the subject of lighting up, let me mention the big no-no: lighting your cigarette from the kitchen stove at home. Try that — and hair as well as cigarette might catch fire. Sometimes, though, in the absence of a match or lighter fluid for your lighter…. Besides, I could always truthfully say I learned this risky maneuver from my mother.]
What about cigarette cases — to keep tobacco crumbs out of your pockets and purses? They ran the gamut from gold-initialed leather ones that held a whole pack, ten cigarettes on each side, to gold or silver monogrammed ones, which held fewer and I thought better suited to men. Not everyone coveted a cigarette holder, but I did. They came in black, red or tortoiseshell, with a gold or silver tip opposite the mouthpiece end. The tip unscrewed so that you could insert or remove the crystal filter that was supposed to keep twenty cigarettes worth of tar from your lungs. However, possession of a cigarette holder required that you also possess boxes of crystal filters, packages of pipe cleaners, a tin container of cleaning fluid. The upkeep involved in smoking stylishly could be imposing!
Other pleasures? Becoming an active contributor to the blue smoke in which college seminars were conducted. My Shakespeare professor, who I adored, went through three Lucky Strikes in a ninety-minute session, and it certainly behooved the eleven of us sitting around the conference table with him to do likewise. I even switched from Chesterfields to Luckies just for him, although I don’t believe he was actually aware of my conversion. They were supposed to taste “toasted.” Belief is everything in such matters. Maybe the tobacco was toasted — to make it more carcinogenic as well as “tastier.” Who really knew?
After college, smoking was of course an important element in courtship rituals. The man offering the woman one from his jacket pocket or cigarette case before taking one himself. Or leaning protectively over her to light her cigarette in a breeze. And by the time matters progressed to the bedroom — lovemaking or sex or whatever you wanted to call it just wasn’t complete without an ashtray on the naked stomach of the man afterwards, and both lovers smoking happily together, united in the afterglow of passion spent and clouds of fragrant nicotine.
If you had no one to smoke with in the bedroom, cigarettes were nevertheless a great assist in acquiring such a someone. At cocktail parties — the necessary bane of the single girl’s existence — you didn’t have to stand forlorn against a wall, doing nothing and hoping someone would come over to speak to you. You were doing something. You were smoking. Evening bag in one hand, cigarette in another, you could inhale, coolly survey the room, and exhale dramatically, perhaps sardonically. Even better, evening bag under one arm, drink in one hand, cigarette in the other, you were already fully, and attractively, occupied. How could you possibly be expected to work the room? Alternatively, if you saw someone with potential, you could put out the cigarette somewhere, take a fresh one from your bag, and approach. Did he by any chance have a match? Then you lowered your head over the proffered flame, looked up smolderingly from beneath your eyelashes, and hoped the cigarette was not the only thing that ignited.
It worked in reverse too. The man who, perhaps inadvertently, became my second husband was sitting on East Hampton Main Beach in the summer of 1963 on a towel not too far away from mine when he felt the need to smoke and leaned over to ask if I had a match. Did I ever have a match! At the ripe age of thirty-two, what was I on that beach for anyway, if not to offer attractive single men matches?
You could smoke at work, in elevators, in the balconies of movie theaters, in restaurants, in bars, on the street (often leaving accidental cigarette burns in the clothing of people you passed). You could smoke at the zoo, in the playground while watching your tots in the sandbox. I even smoked while nursing my long-awaited first child: it made the happiness of it complete. When a bit of ash fell on his downy head, I brushed it off tenderly. The pediatrician said nothing.
It’s true the fingers between which you held your cigarettes turned yellow (unless you went on using a holder, despite the advent of filter tips). Your teeth became yellow. Even if you had teeth without cavities, as I did, you could develop gum disease from heavy smoking. Which I did. [There were partial gingevectomies and deep scaling. The periodontist used to joke that when my teeth fell out because my gums were shot, they’d be in perfect condition.] You and your clothing smelled of nicotine, despite heavy applications of Arpege. Some people developed a smoker’s cough, although I didn’t, except when I had bad colds. I moved on from Luckies to KIng Size Kents, with the “Micronite” filter tip that allegedly “refined away hot flavor, refined away hot taste.” My consumption mounted as the filters removed some of the poison. I went from a pack a day, to thirty a day, to finally burning two packs a day, although I probably only really smoked thirty. I had to put some out halfway through to hurry off somewhere; I left others burning themselves out in ashtrays while I took showers or washed dishes. When out to dinner, sometimes the waiter came with the entree while you were smoking after the appetizer, and you then either had to extinguish the cigarette you had just begun or leave it in the ashtray while you attacked your lamb chops. Some people even took puffs between bites, but I never did that. However, I did hurry through dinner so as to be able to smoke again — and never mind dessert. It was a great way to stay slender.
[More tomorrow.]
Tags beginning to smoke, cigarettes, Life, memoir, Memory, nicotine, nicotine addiction, pains of smoking, periodontal disease, pleasures of smoking, self awareness, smoking, smoking accessories, Time
STOPPING SMOKING: THE TRIAL RUN
9 thoughts on “BECOMING A SMOKER”
What a trip down bad memory lane! I had to laugh, though because it was/is all so stupid to get hooked in the first place and then believe that it’s attractive/smart/cool/sophisticated — whatever. You’re right: choosing the lighter to ignite the carcinogens was all-important. I even had a small ashtray that could be carried in the purse (can you imagine!!) for those emergency times . (Cough, cough) I’m so happy that I’m not longer that prisoner/slave to tobacco that I was. And I’ve saved so much money. 😉 Life is good!
ninamishkin
Really such bad memories? Looking back, I think it was all rather silly. (Not silly of you and me, silly of everybody — buying into social pressure and advertising like a flock of geese.) Let’s forgive our young selves, and be grateful if we escaped without too much damage to our health!
Amen. 🚬
William Eaton
NIce piece! And, yes, this was another t ime and place. I would not ignore, too, the corporations behind the behavior, as they seem to be behind every behavior these days. If there’s money in removing our limbs, they’ll convince us its fashionable to remove our limbs. Best, Wm. Eaton, Montaigbakhtinian.com
What we would not ignore today I was completely oblivious of at eighteen. But thank you for the “nice piece” anyway. Also nice to see you (as they say around here) “stopping by.” Best right back.
authorbengarrido
Fascinating. You are describing a world so different from mine. It’s fun to imagine.
I should think much of what I write about comes from a world, even now, different from yours. We are of different genders, different generations, different ethnic and educational backgrounds. Nonetheless, we are both sentient human beings who are (judging by your comment and blog) both literate. And isn’t discovering commonalities what reading good stuff is all about? Glad you had “fun” though. Come again…. 😀
Absolutely. 🙂
I’ve always approached society as something to compete with, something to beat into compliance.
In that sense, I never really felt tempted to smoke even though all my friends were. I did stuff like very dangerous automobile/motorcycle stunts precisely because other people weren’t doing them.
I have never really experienced social life from the “inside” as you seem to have done. Very interesting.
Ah, memories of smoking. I am embarrassed at times by how obstinate I was. And later thought, too, that smoking was connected to boredom; that I smoked when (or because) I was bored. This would fit with your “You were doing something. You were smoking. ” I suppose nowadays boredom leads to cellphone browsing, which may prove to be equally noxious? I recently came across a famous line from Marguerite Yourcenar, « L’amour est un châtiment. Nous sommes punis de n’avoir pas pu rester seuls. » Might we say the same of smoking and cellphone use — if only we could find ourselves sufficient companions, for ourselves alone, or find sufficient companions in the world . . . ? Best, William
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Lords of Deliverance
Fantasy,Romance
HELL HATH NO FURY . . .
For five thousand years, Revenant believed he was alone in the world, a fallen angel beyond any redemption. Now he finds he has a twin brother who had all the light and love Revenant was denied. Caught in a tug of war between Heaven and Hell, he must weigh his thirst for revenge against his desire for a mysterious female named Blaspheme—a female whose very origins could deliver him into salvation . . . or destruction.
LIKE AN ANGEL SCORNED
Blaspheme has a deadly secret: she’s the forbidden offspring of an angel and a fallen angel. Hunted by both heavenly and satanic forces, she has survived only by laying low and trusting no one. When Revenant claims he can save them both, how can she possibly believe him? But the powerful angel is persistence incarnate and for Blaspheme, there’s no place she can hide in Heaven or Hell where he won’t find her . .
Futures and Frosting
The Drafter
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The First Days of Lourne
From the beginning of Antiquity upon the new world, to the Fall of the High Gods of Lourne
Selected passages from the chapter…
“And as the flames finally grew low and began to fall back once more into the rock and the earth, Antiquity begun anew, life was given form once more in two mighty Tribes. Light and Dark, rebuilt and come again, would on behalf of those mighty powers of the cosmos beyond renew once more their great unfinished struggle, creating their mighty bastions of power in Mountains of White and Black upon distant ends of the world…”
“Those born directly of the Mother and the Father have taken many names: the Firstborn; the High Gods of Lourne; the Alucids in the Ancient tongue of Man who was yet to set foot upon the world. And amongst them were divided the six Realms of the material and spiritual worlds, and that which lay in between…”
“And finally, of the Dragons was Orlyss. And Orlyss was a legend and a mystery, even in his own time; a soaring behemoth of nightmare and of dream come alive upon the world, graceful and mighty beyond thought…”
“And after seeing his work and seeing then what this new race had the potential to become without this understanding, Ossoulton abandoned Man, having not the heart to destroy him, but deciding never again to aid or appear to them, and vowing in his horror and his shame never to craft life of any form again…”
“…And their purpose, instilled in them and forming them, flowing ever through their very essence, was balance. Protection. Governorship. Maintenance of the purity and the sanctity of Magic in the world, whatever that may mean. They were spirits; ephemeral in appearance yet whole and real beneath, as breath made suddenly visible in chill air about the body from which it came. They took the form of a gust of wind; of a song upon the air; of a rippling through grasslands; a trembling and quaking of rock; of a wave; a droplet of rain; of a clapping of thunder or of a whispering of the night. In each of them was carried the strength and ancient wisdom of the world, and through them each and altogether was spoke the distant voice of the world; that deepest, quietest place of the world which even the gods of the Aikhoronad had never known, set there as it had been by, and in echo of, the Stars at its Creation…”
“Such was the length of time which had passed by now in the lineages of the Aikhoronad that Kellebin’s line, demigod and a union of the mortal and heavenly worlds as he was, could be traced back through the years ultimately both to Lohuren, Goddess of Evanescence and Bryrhein, God of the Unyielding themselves. And Kellebin’s was a love of and a yearning for light and beauty in the world; the search for such things filling the waking and wandering of his days, and the dreaming of his nights…”
“…Though one of the men, from across the glade, thought for a moment that from the Darkness he discerned something else amidst the shock; something above it. Almost as though it had expected this, feared it, for as long as Man had walked the world…
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Maison Blanche Bicentennial – Canal Street Shopping – 1976
by nolahistoryguy | Sep 10, 2018 | 1970s, CBD, Maison Blanche | 0 comments
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Maison Blanche Bicentennial
Maison Blanche Canal, 1976. Leon Winer photo, courtesy Dave Winer.
So much 200 in 1976! Like just about every business in New Orleans, Maison Blanche went all-out in 1976 for the country’s 200th birthday. While MB decorated the front of the chain’s flagship store on Canal Street, they also promoted the celebration with sales.
Maison Blanche Bicentennial was a big deal. Advertising and Marketing departments don’t turn down an opportunity to turn a milestone into a sale. They’re in business to get customers in the door.
The Bicentennial was a hot mess of overkill to seventeen-year old me. I graduated from Brother Martin High School in May of 1976. I started the University of New Orleans in June. My senior prom favor has a tag line, “Bicentennial Class”, and the red-and-gold tassel on my mortarboard has a Liberty Bell dangling from it. To say we’d grown weary of All Things Bicentennial would be an understatement.
Take when Professor Ambrose wanted to change the name of the Education Building, on the west side of the UNO campus, for example. Even though the History Department is part of the College of Liberal Arts, the school placed them in the Education Building. Ambrose was the kind of man who took things like the Bicentennial seriously. He led a campaign in the University Sen Save & Exit ate to rename the building. The university listened, renaming it the Bicentennial Education Center.
We shook our heads. Looking back, forty-two years later, it’s not so bad.
Canal Street, 1976
Maison Blanche Bicentennial, part of a bigger red, white, and blue picture. Holmes, Godchaux’s, and Krauss also decorated for the celebration that summer. Some of the smaller stores also added flags and bunting to their facades. The contrast between the purple, green and gold of Carnival, turning into the patriotic displays made for odd combinations.
Transit in 1976
The streetcars departed from Canal Street in 1964. They wouldn’t return until 2004. Maison Blanche Bicentennial meant buses in the “Canal Street Zone”. Most of the time their air conditioning worked. The bus experience at that time was OK. Even though NOPSI operated the system, things ran fairly smoothly. Many people depended on the buses to get to and from the CBD for work.
Working at MB
I missed Maison Blanche Bicentennial as an employee. I started at the Clearview Mall store in 1977. Things were less red, white, and blue by then.
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2018 Oscars analysis: More diversity, fewer surprises
By Katie Walsh • Mar 5, 2018 at 10:23 AM
After the extremely eventful 2017 Oscars, this year’s 90th Academy Awards seemed downright tame in comparison. There were no missteps or embarrassments, and very few surprises.
Hosted for the second year in a row by Jimmy Kimmel, the night was a tame ending to a roller coaster of a fall/winter awards season in Hollywood, which was rocked by the exposure and ousting of serial sexual harassers and assaulters in the industry, launching the #MeToo and #TimesUp movements.
#TimesUp was the focal point of the Golden Globes in January, with almost every attendee clad in black as a show of support and solidarity with the movement. It was a topic of discussion at Sunday’s Academy Awards, but it didn’t dominate the conversation. Kimmel respectfully addressed the movements in his opening monologue, and three of Harvey Weinstein’s accusers — Ashley Judd, Annabella Sciorra and Salma Hayek — spoke passionately about the changes in Hollywood and presented a video montage of filmmakers discussing the importance of representation and inclusivity in the industry. But #TimesUp didn’t dominate the conversation at the Oscars.
In his opening monologue, Kimmel acknowledged the best picture envelope mix-up of the 2017 Academy Awards, wherein “La La Land” was mistakenly announced before “Moonlight” was announced as the true winner. Kimmel kept things lighthearted but addressed the issues that consumed Hollywood in the past year, as well as the #NeverAgain movement started by the student survivors of the Parkland, Fla., school shooting in February.
Kimmel also brought his everyman sensibility and humor to the night, keeping up a running gag of offering the Oscar winner with the shortest acceptance speech “The Price is Right” style prizes, including a jet ski and trip to Lake Havasu. Dame Helen Mirren served as a “Price is Right” beauty showing off the goods. He also couldn’t resist surprising a few civilians, this time taking stars to hand out snacks at a screening of “A Wrinkle In Time” at the TCL Chinese Theater near the Dolby Theater, where the Oscars are held.
Representation was the theme of the night, especially Latino representation. Mexican filmmaker Guillermo del Toro was the big winner of the evening — his horror/fantasy romance “The Shape of Water” won four prizes out of its 13 nominations, including best director and best picture. Del Toro’s win proves three is a trend, as Mexican filmmakers have walked away with four of the best director prizes in the past five years (Alejandro González Iñárritu won in 2014 and 2015 for “Birdman” and “The Revenant” respectively, while Alfonso Cuarón won for “Gravity” in 2013).
“The Shape of Water” composer Alexandre Desplat won his second Oscar for his work on the film, and said of del Toro: “He brings everybody in his team together behind him like a king with his knights,” and described it as “a rare, beautiful experience.”
With del Toro’s wins and Jordan Peele’s best original screenplay win for “Get Out,” his searing social commentary about race in America packaged in the horror-comedy genre, it was a landmark year for genre filmmaking. It’s normally eschewed by the Academy, who tend to go for more classic and prestigious fare. With a push to include younger, more diverse members among its ranks, we may be seeing the results of that initiative in the awards themselves.
It was a victorious night for Latin American filmmakers, with Disney’s Day of the Dead-themed “Coco,” co-directed by Mexican American director Adrian Molina, taking home the best animated feature award and the best song award for “Remember Me,” by “Frozen” songwriting duo Kristen Anderson-Lopez and Robert Lopez. “Representation matters,” “Coco” co-director Lee Unkrich reminded the audience during his acceptance speech.
Chilean filmmaker Sebastián Lelio won the best foreign language film Oscar for his film “A Fantastic Woman,” starring trans actress Daniela Vega. Vega presented best song nominee Sufjan Stevens’ performance of “Mystery of Love” from best picture nominee “Call Me By Your Name,” becoming the first openly transgender presenter at the Academy Awards.
Backstage, Lelio spoke about the importance of casting a transgender actress in the role of Marina, a transgender woman, in his film. Of Vega, he said, “she was a pioneer, and she carries that history, and the camera announced that. And I think that generates more complexity and beauty to the film… it can contribute to opening the limits of what’s possible, expanding the horizons of our thinking.”
He also addressed the situation of transgender rights in Chile, saying, “It has been a long struggle to have the state recognizing the existence of transgender people… I hope this award and film and the awareness that the film has created, will give more relevance to a matter that is urgent.”
Roger Deakins finally won an Oscar for the cinematography of “Blade Runner 2049,” directed by Denis Villeneuve. The veteran cinematographer has been nominated for the Academy Award 14 times, and this was the first time he has taken home the prize. “I really love my job,” he said, accepting the award. “I’ve been doing it a long time as you can see.” He thanked his crew, some of whom he has been working with for 30 years, and said “I feel it’s recognition for their work as well.” He also reminisced about working with best actor winner Gary Oldman on the 1986 film “Sid and Nancy.”
However, as much as the story of representation and rights within the industry were at top of mind, especially thanks to the acceptance speech of best actress winner Frances McDormand, who urged the audience to consider “inclusion riders” in their contracts, requiring 50 percent diversity in cast and crew, there were also vestiges and reminders of Hollywood’s old ways and the issue of sexual assault and abuse, which still lingers.
Best actor winner Gary Oldman has weathered backlash this awards season for offensive comments he made in a 2014 Playboy interview in support of Mel Gibson and Alec Baldwin, as well as reports about a 2001 domestic abuse allegation made by his ex-wife Donya Fiorentina. None of this discussion impacted his own awards run, though, as he won all the major industry awards for his performance as Winston Churchill in “Darkest Hour,” including the best actor Oscar.
Another Oscar winner with a sexual assault allegation in his past is former LA Laker Kobe Bryant, who became a best animated short Oscar winner tonight for his film “Dear Basketball.” The short is based on a poem he wrote in 2015 announcing his retirement from basketball, and he shared the award with Disney animator Glen Keane. An online petition protesting his nomination due to his 2003 rape accusation and civil settlement garnered 16,000 signatures, but nothing dampened Bryant’s winning chances or his evening. Backstage, he said of the award, “I feel better than winning the (NBA) championship, to be honest with you.”
The complete list of winners and nominees for the 90th Academy Awards
By Los Angeles Times staff (TNS)
“The Shape of Water” won Oscars for best picture and directing at the 2018 Academy Awards.
Frances McDormand and Gary Oldman won the lead acting awards. Guillermo del Toro — a frequent winner this awards season — took home the directing trophy. Allison Janney and Sam Rockwell won the supporting acting awards. Screenplay awards went to Jordan Peele for “Get Out” and James Ivory for “Call Me by Your Name.” “Dunkirk” won for sound editing, sound mixing and film editing.
Jimmy Kimmel returned as host for the ceremony held March 4 at the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood.
ACTOR IN A LEADING ROLE
Gary Oldman, winner
“Roman J. Israel, Esq.”
ACTOR IN A SUPPORTING ROLE
Sam Rockwell, winner
ACTRESS IN A LEADING ROLE
Frances McDormand, winner
ACTRESS IN A SUPPORTING ROLE
Allison Janney, winner
“Mudbound”
James Ivory, winner
Virgil Williams and Dee Rees
Scott Frank & James Mangold and Michael Green; Story by James Mangold
Scott Neustadter & Michael H. Weber
ANIMATED FEATURE FILM
“Coco,” winner
“Dear Basketball,” winner
“The Shape of Water,” winner
Roger Deakins, winner
Hoyte van Hoytema
Dan Laustsen
Mark Bridges, winner
Consolata Boyle
“Victoria & Abdul”
Guillermo del Toro, winner
“Icarus,” winner
“Abacus: Small Enough to Jail”
“Last Men in Aleppo”
“Heaven is a Traffic Jam on the 405,” winner
“Edith+Eddie”
“Heroin(e)”
Lee Smith, winner
Tatiana S. Riegel
Sidney Wolinsky
Paul Machliss and Jonathan Amos
“A Fantastic Woman,” winner
“On Body And Soul”
LIVE-ACTION SHORT
“The Silent Child,” winner
“My Nephew Emmett”
“The Eleven O’Clock”
“DeKalb Elementary”
Kazuhiro Tsuji, David Malinowski and Lucy Sibbick, winner
Arjen Tuiten
Daniel Phillips and Lou Sheppard
Alexandre Desplat, winner
Jordan Peele, winner
Emily V. Gordon and Kumail Nanjiani
Guillermo del Toro and Vanessa Taylor; Story by Guillermo del Toro
“Remember Me,” winner
Music: Kristen Anderson-Lopez and Robert Lopez; Lyrics: Kristen Anderson-Lopez and Robert Lopez
Music: Benj Pasek and Justin Paul; Lyrics: Benj Pasek and Justin Paul
“Mighty River”
Music: Raphael Saadiq; Lyrics: Taura Stinson, Raphael Saadiq and Mary J. Blige
“Stand Up for Something”
Music: Diane Warren; Lyrics: Diane Warren and Common
“Mystery of Love”
Music: Sufjan Stevens; Lyrics: Sufjan Stevens
Production Design: Paul D. Austerberry; Set Decoration: Shane Vieau and Jeff Melvin, winner
Production Design: Nathan Crowley; Set Decoration: Gary Fettis
Production Design: Sarah Greenwood; Set Decoration: Katie Spencer
Production Design: Dennis Gassner; Set Decoration: Alessandra Querzola
Richard King and Alex Gibson, winner
Julian Slater
Matthew Wood and Ren Klyce
Nathan Robitaille and Nelson Ferreira
Mark Mangini and Theo Green
Mark Weingarten, Gregg Landaker and Gary A. Rizzo Winner
Ron Bartlett, Doug Hemphill and Mac Ruth
Julian Slater, Tim Cavagin and Mary H. Ellis
David Parker, Michael Semanick, Ren Klyce and Stuart Wilson
Christian T. Cooke, Brad Zoern and Glen Gauthier
John Nelson, Gerd Nefzer, Paul Lambert and Richard R. Hoover Winner
Christopher Townsend, Guy Williams, Jonathan Fawkner and Dan Sudick
Ben Morris, Mike Mulholland, Neal Scanlan and Chris Corbould
Stephen Rosenbaum, Jeff White, Scott Benza and Mike Meinardus
Joe Letteri, Daniel Barrett, Dan Lemmon and Joel Whist
©2018 Los Angeles Times
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Vaccinated Children Develop the Disease Vaccinated Against
By Paul Fassa
This is not alternative health conspiratorial conjecture. This has been officially recorded but barely reported. So here is a sampling of recorded disease breakouts among children who were vaccinated for that disease. Enforcing or increasing vaccine schedules does not really prevent disease; it only increases the chances of worse health or gravely critical adverse reactions, ranging from autistic spectrum disorders (ASD) to decreased immunity and increased poor health.
Some Known Outbreaks of Vaccinated Kids
The most recent outbreak occurred in California. The disease was whooping cough, or pertussis. The vaccination that has become a regularly scheduled pediatric ritual is a combination of three vaccines known as DTaP or DTP, which stands for Diptheria – Tetenus – acellular Pertussis.
This three-in-one vaccine cocktail is supposed to prevent diphtheria, tetanus, and pertussis, or whooping cough. The pediatric vaccination schedule calls for administering this cocktail at two, four, six, and 15-18 months of age. Four vaccinations of three vaccines each administered to children before one and one-half years of age.
Dr. David Witt initiated a study after an unusually large number of whooping cough cases were admitted to Kaiser Permanente Hospital in San Rafael, California during 2010.
After examining the records of those stricken with pertussis over an eight month period, Dr. Witt and his team were surprised to learn that the vast majority, 81 percent, of the whooping cough kids had received their full four shot battery of DTaPs or pertussis vaccines alone.
Eleven percent of the pertussis victims received some less than four pertusssis vaccinations, while the remaining eight percent were never vaccinated for whooping cough at all.
Please pause and reflect. There’s something obviously wrong with this. Other recent pertussis outbreaks were blindly blamed on unvaccinated kids contaminating vaccinated children, without any investigation.
That, even if true, which Dr. Witt’s survey indicates is not, is something to think about. Vaccinations are supposed to confer immunity, right? This study implies that vaccinated children are infecting the unvaccinated.
The New York Times also reported on this overall trend with their headline “Vaccination Is Steady but Pertussis Is Surging.”
It wasn’t long ago that the New York and New Jersey area had a mumps outbreak. Eighty percent of those kids had been fully vaccinated with the MMR series (measles, mumps, rubella). (Natural News, source below)
In Canada, four studies conducted in 2009 suggested a link with the seasonal flu vaccines’ increasing swine flu or H1H1 infection by up to 250 percent. (Science Daily, source below)
Hiding the Vaccine Dirt Under the Media Rug
Realize that vaccines are inexpensive to produce and do not undergo long term testing. They are being promoted and enforced by state legislators and school districts at the behest of pharmaceutical lobbies. Sometimes money changes hands from Big Pharma to politicians.
But much social enforcement occurs by guilt from the media and medical profession. The mantra of avoiding vaccinations furthers epidemics because “herd immunity” is only granted by vaccinating at least 90 percent of a population is nonsense.
Meanwhile, the vaccine manufacturers are protected from liability by the government’s federal National Childhood Vaccine Injury Act (NCVIA) established after a rash of lawsuits from extreme neurological side effects caused by 1980s swine flu vaccines.
This “Vaccine Court” compensates the vaccine injured directly with federal funds and small taxes collected from vaccine manufacturers. It also hides actual cases by not releasing press releases to the lamestream media.
VAERS (vaccine adverse effect reporting system) is another bad joke. It’s estimated that less than five percent of vaccine adverse events get reported, and very few of those hit the MSM. This one did once years ago – CBS 60 Minutes Documentary.
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4 responses to “Vaccinated Children Develop the Disease Vaccinated Against”
Hi Serene
I'm so sorry for you, I know people with vaccine damage and it doesn't just go away, but as Tania says homeopathy can make a big difference or clear up your symptoms all together. In the UK the complementary practitioners I know will also reduce their fees if you have limited income, if that's an issue for you. I would try to find a homeopath through recommendation or ask lots of questions about their experience and success with vaccine damage.
I think one thing that is being forgotten is that all of these are live vaccines, this means you are likely to experience symptoms similar to the virus/disease that you are trying to prevent, as a nurse im sure you are aware that these symptoms are vital for your body to learn how to fight the disease. I'll bet you that you've never been diagnosed with anything you've been vaccinated for. Gardasil also only prevents 4 types of the HPV virus; 6, 11, 16 and 18. As far as your Graves Disease is concerned, I am truly sorry to hear that you have acquired this but there is absolutely zero research to support that Graves Disease can be a result of Garasil, the only disease that has any significant link is GBS. As a nurse I'm shocked you never checked your research.
Ive had numerous runs of "mandatory" vaccines, that I absolutely HAD to have if I wanted to continue to study nursing. My story is long, so please bear with me.
When I was 15, I had my first ever vaccination. My mother never vaccinated before that school-based one, and I was always healthy. After this first vaccine, I started to develop frequent stomach pains, diarrhoea, reflux. I was diagnosed with Irritable Bowel disease, and at one stage they tested me for Crohns and Coeliacs. I have one marker for Coeliac disease, but not both needed for diagnosis. I never had bowel issues before this. EVER.
When I was 17 I had another vaccine – just a booster, because I had never had DTPa before and I was told to have it because of an increase in whooping cough cases locally. 3 months later, I had developed Type 1 (autoimmune) diabetes. So now, not only was I on the toilet all the time, but I was injecting myself too.
I started my nursing degree in 2005. To be allowed on prac – ergo, to pass – I had to have enormous rounds of vaccines. I never seroconverted with HepB, and one venue insisted I have a fifth booster to try seroconvert before I attended there. I also had to have Gardasil for them. It was less than a month after it, that I began to feel weak.My thought processes began to change. I thought I was just tired. I failed that prac. I was diagnosed later that year with Graves disease, and I was severely thyrotoxic, extremely weak, and eventually I had a psychotic break (I do not remember it). I was unable to normalise my thyroid levels even with VERY large amounts of medication and even steroids, and I was getting sicker and weaker. I was developing cardiac arrhythmias, and even had cardiac antibodies. My thyroid and parathyroids needed to be removed. I was finally well enough to finish uni 15 months later – almost 3 years after getting sick in the first place, because of a vaccine. During this time, I had completed my Gardasil course at the insistence of the university, and 6 months after a CLEAR pap smear and screen I had my last Gardasil injection.
18 months later… because smears are second yearly at my age. I had my routine smear, and a grade 4 abnormality was detected. With previously normal smears, this is not normal at such a young age. Further tests, HPV-DNA testing came up positive for a strain that is included in Gardasil. After 2 years of monitoring and watching it "go away" once, but then come back, I had multiple colposcopies, and eventually a LLETZ. I have had one clear smear following my LLETZ, but am still in the "monitor" phase. I am in a long term monogamous relationship. My husband is military and had yearly STI screens, all of which have been normal and negative. They are STILL negative for the viral strain that caused my lesion, the strain that Gardasil "protects" you from… the strain that I was injected with.
At the moment, I am trying to convert from casual to permanent at work, but I am being met with resistance because I still suffer from all these illnesses. It is worse in the morning, it always has been. My doctor is supportive of me working, and I CAN work afternoons and nights, but thats not good enough for the new manager where I want to work. The discrimination I am experiencing because of vaccine injuries is astounding. I didnt choose any of this. My career is suffering because of a mandatory injection to get INTO the career in the first place.
Serene, I feel pain for you. I do not insist, but just think about homeopathic treatment. They do miracle. I am witnessing it. Probably they would prescribe a homeopathic dose (it has no chemical value) of Gardasil to start with. Unfortunately there are homeopaths and Homeopaths. This medical science is not properly certified (low requirements to get a license), so it is highly depends on a homeopath’s knowledge and is kind of art. But it works miracle. If you do not know a good homeopath in your region – e-mail me, I’ll try to find one.
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Keith Nislow
NE CASC Principal Investigator
Adjunct Associate Professor of Environmental Conservation
Fish and Wildlife Habitat Relationships Team Leader of USDA-Forest Service Northern Research Station
Research Fisheries Biologist of USDA-Forest Service Northern Research Station
Consortium Institution:
Ph.D.: Biological Sciences, Dartmouth College, Hanover, New Hampshire, 1997
M.S.: Biology, University of New Mexico, Albuquerque, New Mexico, 1990
B.S.: University Studies, University of New Mexico, Albuquerque, New Mexico, 1988
http://eco.umass.edu/people/faculty/nislow-keith/
Fish and Wildlife Habitat Relationships Team Leader, USDA-Forest Service Northern Research Station, 2005 to present
Research Fisheries Biologist, USDA-Forest Service Northern Research Station, 1999 to present
Adjunct Associate Professor, Department of Environmental Conservation, University of Massachusetts Amherst, 1999 to present
Adjunct Assistant Professor, Department of Biological Science, Dartmouth College, Hanover, 1999 to present
Research Assistant Professor, Department of Biological Science, Dartmouth College, Hanover, 1997- 1999
Hydrology • stream temperature • aquatic habitat • stream fish • extreme flow • ecological drought.
Decision-support for headwater stream habitats
Distributional changes in spruce-fir forests and forest-dependent wildlife: effects of climate variability and climate change
Effects of hydrologic change and variability on upstream limits of stream fish distribution
Effects of small impoundments on stream temperature regimes in the context of a changing climate
Increasing the resilience and resistance of climate-vulnerable northeastern species and ecosystems
Reconnecting Floodplains and Restoring Green Space as a Management Strategy to Minimize Risk and Increase Resilience in the Context of Climate and Landscape Change
Click on the author's name to view all of their publications in the NE CASC Library.
Palmer, R. N., Nislow K. H., Ericson A., & Backiel B. (2019). Final Report: Reconnecting Floodplains and Restoring Green Space as a Management Strategy to Minimize Risk and Increase Resilience in the Context of Climate and Landscape Change.
Myers, B. J. E., C. Dolloff A., Webster J. R., Nislow K. H., Fair B., & Rypel A. L. (2018). Fish assemblage production estimates in Appalachian streams across a latitudinal and temperature gradient. Ecology of Freshwater Fish. 27(1), 363 - 377.
Robinson, Z. L., Coombs J. A., Hudy M., Nislow K. H., Letcher B. H., & Whiteley A. R. (2017). Experimental test of genetic rescue in isolated populations of brook trout. Molecular Ecology. 26(17), 4418 - 4433.
Bassar, R. D., Letcher B. H., Nislow K. H., & Whiteley A. R. (2016). Changes in seasonal climate outpace compensatory density-dependence in eastern brook trout. Global Change Biology. 22(2), 577 - 593.
Letcher, B. H., Hocking D. J., O’Neil K., Whiteley A. R., Nislow K. H., & O’Donnell M. J. (2016). A hierarchical model of daily stream temperature using air-water temperature synchronization, autocorrelation, and time lags. PeerJ. 4, e1727.
Magilligan, F., Nislow K. H., Kynard B., & Hackman A. (2016). Immediate changes in stream channel geomorphology, aquatic habitat, and fish assemblages following dam removal in a small upland catchment. Geomorphology. 252,
Dethier, E., Magilligan F. J., Renshaw C. E., & Nislow K. H. (2016). The role of chronic and episodic disturbances on channel-hillslope coupling: the persistence and legacy of extreme floods. Earth Surface Processes and Landforms. 41(10),
Kanno, Y., Letcher B. H., Rosner A. L., O’Neil K. P., & Nislow K. H. (2015). Environmental Factors Affecting Brook Trout Occurrence in Headwater Stream Segments. Transactions of the American Fisheries Society. 144, 373 - 382.
Daniels, A., Shaw N., Peterson D., Nislow K. H., Tomosy M., & Rowland M. (2014). Facing Climate Change in Forests and Fields. The Wildlife Society News.
Katz, R., Grant E. H. Campbel, Runge M. C., Connery B., Crockett M., Herland L., et al. (2014). Making Decisions in Complex Landscapes: Headwater Stream Management Across Multiple Federal Agencies. Headwater Streams - Structured Decision Making Workshops.
Trumbo, B. A., Nislow K. H., Stallings J., Hudy M., Smith E. P., Kim D-Y., et al. (2014). Ranking Site Vulnerability to Increasing Temperatures in Southern Appalachian Brook Trout Streams in Virginia: An Exposure-Sensitivity Approach. Transactions of the American Fisheries Society. 143, 173 - 187.
Coombs, J. A., & Nislow K. H. (2014). Riparian Prioritization and Status Assessment for Climate Change Resilience of Coldwater Stream Habitats within the Appalachian and Northeastern Regions.
Letcher, B. H., Schueller P., Bassar R. D., Nislow K. H., Coombs J. A., Sakrejda K., et al. (2014). Robust estimates of environmental effects on population vital rates: an integrated capture-recapture model of seasonal brook trout growth, survival and movement in a stream network. Journal of Animal Ecology. n/a - n/a.
XU, CAILIN., Letcher B. H., & Nislow K. H. (2010). Context-specific influence of water temperature on brook trout growth rates in the field. Freshwater Biology. no - no.
XU, CAILIN., Letcher B. H., & Nislow K. H. (2010). Size-dependent survival of brook trout Salvelinus fontinalis in summer: effects of water temperature and stream flow. Journal of Fish Biology. 76, 2342 - 2369.
Letcher, B. H., Nislow K. H., Coombs J. A., O’Donnell M. J., & Dubreuil T. L. (2007). Population Response to Habitat Fragmentation in a Stream-Dwelling Brook Trout Population. PLoS ONE. 2, e1139.
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Murray Calder on National Unity
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Murray Calder Liberal Wellington—Grey—Dufferin—Simcoe, ON
Mr. Speaker, Monday and Tuesday of last week I had the opportunity to meet with 50 students from Collingwood Collegiate Institute and to be part of their demonstration for national unity.
These students took it upon themselves to show their deep commitment to the people of Quebec by coming here to Ottawa-Hull to talk with and to share their concern and love for this great country with students from Quebec. They implore the people of
Quebec to vote no today and to share their dream of a united Canada that is respectful of their language and traditions, as well as being judged one of the best countries in the world in which to live.
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Are The Mechanoids really Daleks renamed?
Post subject: Are The Mechanoids really Daleks renamed?
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After watching the first season of the new Doctor Who show I was thinking that the Daleks and the Mechanoids have a remarkably similar origin and life mission. Except that the Mechanoids only want to kill humanoids and the Daleks want to kill anything not Dalek. And then I was looking at the Doctor Who website for the original series and I found an episode in the first season that was actually called "The Mechanoids."
I hope that Kevin doesn't get into trouble with the BBC now. I just wanted to know if anybody else noticed it as well.
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As long as Palladium has had The Mechanoids, I would think that there is no problem at all. The Mechanoids, as they are, have nothing really in common with the Daleks other than some generic stuff.
Lets compare...
Daleks want to kill anything that isn't them.
Mechanoids want to kill anything that even remotely resembles what they used to be.
Daleks were (and perhaps still are) easily stopped by stairs (I only know of one Dalek that wasn't stopped by stairs).
Mechanoids don't have that trouble (Thinmen and Runts), and they won't mind just leveling building said stairs are in.
Daleks can be outrun most of the time, by someone on foot...
Mechanoids can't be outrun on foot unless someone happens to be really, really fast.
Dalek rely on mass numbers of a Daleks when invading.
Mechaoids use one heck of a lot more, include combined arms tactics, air support, and they tend to 'have fun' with planetary populations before the tear the planet apart for resources, but can simply blast a planet surface to bits from orbit if they had to.
Daleks have lots of ships.
Mechanoids have lots and lots of big ships not to mention really big ships the size of planetoids.
Daleks go yelling "Exterminate! EXTERMINATE!!!!" and zap stuff at closer ranges from what I have seen.
Mechanoids can go for silent kills, or just blast stuff from thousands of feet away or more, or just drop/launch ordnance on the target and blast the area in general.
Last but not least, neither side has tried to sue the other into a smoking crater over this stuff in the last few decades (at least not that I know of), so there must not be anything legally conflicting between the two IPs.
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I think Palladium is pretty much safe. The only reference to Mechanoids in Doctor Who is in the very first season of the b&w television show. They do not really resemble PB Mechanoids and their origin is completely different. They are a race of machines to outlived their creators and were essentially building machines. When encountering anything other than themselves they capture the creature keep it fed give it a place to sleep. Not a dangerous situation but a boring one.
Originally they were created to capitalize on the Daleks popularity but were never as popular. Though who knows they may make a reappearance in the new series.
Here is a link to a series of clips from the very first series. You will need Realplayer to make it work: http://www.bbc.co.uk/doctorwho/classic/ ... irst.shtml
Here is a link from Wikipedia listing all the Doctor Who robots: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_Doctor_Who_robots
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Palladium can't be given a free pass for criticism because people have a lot of emotion invested in it.
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Besides, A mechanoid can telekinetically tip a Dalek over...
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You must not have seen the new series. All of the Daleks have the ability to fly. They have an anti-gravity system. Technically, they were always able to do that it's just that the BBC never had the budget to make that effect practical until the late 1980's.
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I saw one part of an episode where there was this guy who had a "museum", and one thing he had was a Dalek that somehow became active again, and that was supposed to be the "last" of the Daleks, and it could do things the Doctor apparently didn't know about. I remember two people running up stairs, a gal mentioning that the Doctor said the Daleks couldn't get up stairs... and their surprise when it strated hovering up the stairs.
But since they gave the impression it was the "last" Dalek, and that I got the impression that it was was unique, I figured it was just a one of a kind Dalek since it went boom in the end.
I saw one thing about Daleks flying through space, but never thought anything about it at the time. (empty space and planets with gravity/atmospheres are two different things... I figured they they just "hot drop" to the planet and get picked up by the ships when they secure the ground...)
I guess I was wrong.
There was a Dalek which flew in "Revelation of the Daleks" (McCoy era) as well. Chased the Doctor up a flight of stairs and very nearly got him.
Ultimate irony was until that point it was assumed Daleks could not fly. Only toward the end of the original series did you see a Dalek fly. My favorite was when a Dalek was chasing 4th doctor(Tom Baker) he climbs up a shaft looks down and goes "If you are supposed to be the superior race in the universe why don't you come after me". For the longest time there was a running joke how do you escape from a Dalek? Fnd a set of stairs. Thank god the lastest series actually shows them flying.
Then I guess the new defense is stairs with to low of a ceiling for Daleks to fly up...
then they will have to learn to fly at an angle...
Then we can skip over to special doorways that are just simply not wide enough or high enough for a Dalek to fit through in the first place, with three sets of them that are offset so there is no clear line of sight from one side to the other... and made of tough stuff so the Dalek can't easily blast its way through.
Or fences/barricades over a doorway that a person can crawl through but a Dalek can't...
Or electrified wire packing enough juice to flash cook an elephant... just make sure someone turns off the juice before you go to crawl through...
I have thought about their new shields stoping assault rifle rounds...
I wonder how well the Daleks could handle a bigger, badder gun, like a naval CIWS style vulcan, preferably 20mm with tungsten core rounds. Stoping a dozen or so 4-5 gram rounds per second from different directions is one thing, but how about 133 separate 80-120 gram rounds per second in a small focused area? See what the threshold of those new shields are... and if much bigger, heavier (and hopefully higher melting point tungsten) will have a better chance of getting through...
If all else fails, get an old fashioned stone thrower (the ballista looking type) and chuck a several dozen pound chunk of rock or metal at them... see what that does.
I also wonder how a Dalek could handle a trap involving a snare and a trebuchet... can they fly well if they are sent tumbling through the air head over heel? Yeah, I can see a Dalek angrily screaming "EX-TERM-IN-ATE!" as they tumble through the air overhead before slamming into the side of a building... or a stone wall, or some other big and really hard object...
On a side note...
can they go very fast when "on" the ground?
It seems that anyone with a good set of legs (or a vehicle) could easily outrun them.
Can they move/fly faster than someone taking a brisk walk?
Post subject: Re: Are The Mechanoids really Daleks renamed?
Bones wrote:
The new Cylons have this going for them as well.
He won't get in trouble. The BBC Mechanoids and his own are two entirely different things. The only common point they have is their name.
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Would be great in a universe with both species and the resulting carnage.
Humans in the middle defeating them both?
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Well yeah, the Mechanoids are for all intents and purposes identical to Daleks. After all, they're both formerly organic life forms who've now become an almost unstoppable interstellar empire of genocidal cyborgs intent on conquering the universe and eradicating inferior life (even if they do have slightly different standards about what counts as "inferior").
But this doesn't mean the Mechanoids from Palladium's games are a ripoff of the Daleks from the Doctor Who universe. Because what we're forgetting here (and what we forget when we accuse stuff of being a Star Wars ripoff, or a Terminator or Predator or Alien or RoboCop ripoff) is that SCI-FI IN TV AND ON FILM HAS NO ORIGINAL CONTENT AND NEVER HAS. None of the concepts in Doctor Who (or any other classic sci-fi shows and movies that we all know and love) was remotely original, and accusations of ripping ideas from Doctor Who are completely ludicrous, since the only original thing Doctor Who had was its own distinct visual style for some of the characters and monsters.
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Interesting side note:
Mechanoids in Dr Who— The Chase.
Large, spherical robots originally created to serve humans. Mechanoids which had been sent to prepare the planet Mechanus for human colonization kept the astronaut Steven Taylor prisoner, since he did not have the Mechanoids' control codes. Daleks, following the TARDIS crew, engaged the Mechanoids in battle.
The Mechanoids also appear in the Big Finish audio drama The Juggernauts. In this story, Davros adds human nervous tissue to robotic Mechanoid shells to create the Juggernauts of the play's title.
See a full write up on the episode here:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Chase_%28Doctor_Who%29
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They aren't the same thing. To say his mechanoids are Daleks renamed would be to say the Coalition is the Star Wars Empire renamed. Their are similarities but they aren't the same thing at all.
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Truly though the idea of an unstobable horde of a force that comes out of no where and can't be reasoned with and destroys all in it's wake is as old as the Mongols. It's a staple of sci-fi and fatasy settings. Similar creatures include:
Tyranids and Necrons (Warhammer 40k)
Yuuzhan Vong (Star Wars EU)
Aliens (Aliens)
Forces of the Wyrm (Werewolf: The Apocalypse)
Zerg (Starcraft)
Replicators (Stargate SG-1)
Everything (HP Lovecraft literature)
I'm sure if you read more literature than I do, you can find parallel antagonists from many more sources. The Daleks and the Mechanoids do have a bit more in common with eachother than the other one's I've mentioned, but all are fundamentally the same thing: a plot device used to show what people can do in a near hopeless situation.
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This being brought into mention, what if the people of the Mechanoids Universe displayed "disfunctional" mechanoids for "historical" purposes only to have them go active. Wouldn't that be an adventure.
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About the only thing they'd leave site of the Mechanoids would be either mockups of the Mechanoids or hollow shells, same for the robots. They wouldn't leave a live Mechanoid, sleeping or no in a body. It's just too dangerous.
As for the whole thing. Really the idea of a species that is super intellegent, physiclly weak and has a mechanical/technological shell to make up for it isn't really a unique thing.
I'll admitt there are a good number of parallels, but really the Daleks are really lame. Wheeling around screaming "Exterminate!" isn't the signs of a super intellegent species. It's really more like an Uber evil villan. You know the kind that goes "Kill, Crush, Destroy!"
Spark wrote:
How about switch it around to "Crush, Kill and Destroy!"
Then it reminds me of a '"pre-apocolypse" killer robot from the PC game KKND, which sometimes says something like that when ordered to attack.
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I think the Daleks fixed their lack of flight power when a local radio station dropped them out of a helicopter on Thanksgiving day...
"As God as my witness...I thought Daleks could fly..."
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I like the new Daleks from last three Doctor Who series but they are still posers like the CYBERMEN are STAR TREK BORG posers even if they (the CYBERMEN) were out before TREK had the BORG.
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Daleks and Mechanoids have some cosmetic similarities (Cybernetic bodies, frankenstein type origin, etc), and I can't see how the former would not one of the inspirations for the latter. However, the Mechanoids have differences in their emotional passion and all the psionic stuff they're into. Also in who they're supposed to be up against, aka, normal humans with guns. "We will destroy humanity", not an uncommon sentiment for a bad-guy race, and the details (Telekinetic cities, psychotic obsession) bring out the differences.
The Daleks are designed around being time-travelling hyper-tech bad-guys who are all powerful against anything less than members of millenia old time-travelling races. Daleks are partially defined by the hero needed against them. A Dalek's stats would read something like
'IQ 45, with all the foresight and perception that entails' with skills like Temporal Mechanics, Technological Dimensional Rift manipulation, Bio-engineering 98%...... Native language, 30%....I never understood how if Daleks were supposed to be so smart, why was their vocabulary so bad? Why did they primarily use one-syllable words, knowing one one two-syllable word (Doctor) and one four-syllable one?
Daleks were one of the first, and most interesting of the trans-time-space-scourges simply due to the measures needed if you wanted to stop them (all you needed was a Time Lord on your side to tell you what to do, anything less, and you're exterminated in one of those strange blasts that makes the entire TV screen turn white).
Luckily, Doctor Who has an IQ of 50, so he can outwit them and is the only one who knows where to find force fields strong enough to repel them and to give people the 'shoot at it's eye command' that seems so very common sense but just doesn't seem to help all that much. And even with The Doctor's help, they can still kill off a companion or two.
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IIRC, any sort of conversion of other people's IP's is a big no-no.
I think you're treading on very thin ice with your last post.
As for the Dalek's way of speaking, so what?
They are alien cyborgs hell bent on killing 'inferior lifeforms' IIRC, it's not like they need a Masters Degree in English Language to do that.
They probably perfect their speaking capabilities just enough so they can go around yelling "Ex-term-in-ate!" with feeling, and so they can at least communicate with others (maybe either to interrogate or intimitate or even just to talk as I think has happened before). Otherwise, they probably aren't much up for talking.
But then again all TIME LORDS or CIA agents tend to be high IQ (the CIA is not the spy agency I want to see if anyone knows the WHOVERSE?).
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In canonical Dr. Who lore; only other Dalek weapons can hurt a Dalek, or some of the toys of Galefrae (the Time-Lords).
HOWEVER... certain LARGE scale weapons will hurt Dalek armour & shields. The above mentioned 16inch naval cannon, nukes, and VERY large rocks will incapacitate and / or destroy a Dalek physicaly. The Tom Baker Dr. Who managed to kill one by causing it to have a stroke, after enraging it to the point of madness.
Oh...and there is mention in the novels of Daleks having 'walkers' when needed.. 4- 6 legged platforms they slot into. None, of course, have ever been shown.
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True on the weapons!
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This discussion about Mechanoids/Daleks semblances make me remember certain Dr. Who double episode Army of Ghost/Doomsday where the Cybermen (one of the Dr.' s usual nemesis) meet the histerical homicides from the planet Skaro.
I think a encounter between Daleks and Mechanoids will be similar to that meeting:
-"Beware, Daleks, you' re declaring war upon the Mechanoids!".
-"This is not war, this is pest control!".
-"We are five million mechanoids, how many are you?".
-"Four".
-"You are going to fight the Mechanoids with four Daleks?".
-"No, we can annihilate Mechanoids with one Dalek!. Cut the communications barrier!".
That was a great show of the Cybermen vs Daleks .
That's putting it mildly, what with the way Cybermen have been trying to assimilate everyone ever since 1966, the year that Star Trek itself started
True .
Hmm...Mechanoids Homeworld has a race called Cybormen. Of course, the map of Gideon has Lucas Bay and Spielberg Mountains on the map so the early works of Kevin certainly have a firm stamp of the media that inspired him.
There is no doubt there is a strong relation between the Daleks and the Mechanoids, but you have to understand that ALL artistic expression is inspired by what excited the authors. Take a look at old Flash Gordon and the Lensmen novels and go see the original Star Wars for some comparisons...then listen to Holst's The Planets.
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don't insult the Daleks
if you attenuated the strnghth of them a million times and then cast away there power to warp space and time perhaps
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Are the Mechanoids(r) really Daleks renamed? Yeah, pretty much.
Is this a bad thing? Not in the least.
They both push the "Oh crap! An implacable cybernetic foe impervious to conventional weaponry runrunrun!" button.
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Besides, the Dr. Who Mechonoids are named differently than the Palladium Mechanoids. No infringement.
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I am sur in some netbook the Time Lords and the rest of the Whoverse are written up .
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Uhm... what? I suppose I should clarify that I'm speaking thematically.
Impervious to conventional weaponry? Check.
Deformed mass of tissue piloting/wearing/living in a well-armed cyber body? Check.
Reputation as a scourge across galaxies? Check.
Kill everyone who isn't them? Not quite. Daleks kill everyone who isn't a Dalek. Mechanoids(r) kill everyone who's humanoid.
I'm sure there are many, many differences that people will (and already have) pointed out, but IMO, it's a thematic thing. And I reiterate: It ain't a bad thing.
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Yep .
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Their equal over on Doctor Who would be either the Daleks or the Cybermen. Both are a mix of machines and what is left of their once humanoid people.
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Cybermen I would go with .
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The Celestial Intervention Agency is a group of renegade time-lords dedicated to intervening when they deem necessary. In Genesis of the Daleks, they give the Doctor a Time-Ring and orders to stop the birth of the Daleks. After he fails, most of them are arrested and imprisoned (Shada?) by the Council of Gallifrey.
Yep. They can be a real pain sometimes. The CIA that is. Talking about the Tinme traveling ones.
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You say that as if the Daleks were an original concept in the first place
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It's pretty clear that the Mechanoids were inspired by the Daleks.
They don't necessarily infringe, but you can't deny the similarity.
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Trump Signs Bill Reinstating Required Drone Registration
By ParazeroDecember 19, 2017Commercial Drones, News, Regulation
Drone operators will once again be required to register their aircraft with the federal government under a sweeping defense policy bill signed into law Tuesday.
The requirement that recreational drone operators register their unmanned aerial vehicles with the Federal Aviation Administration was included in the 2018 National Defense Authorization Act, which President Donald Trump signed Tuesday. The provision reinstates a 2015 drone registration process voided by court order earlier this year.
Drones, which are typically camera-equipped quadcopters, have become a new consumer and business phenomenon for those interested in remote-controlled vehicles, aerial photography and even aerial racing. As the aircraft have grown in popularity over the last several years, though, drones have become a concern for the government agency responsible for regulating the nation’s airspace.
The FAA’s drone registration system took flight two years ago, requiring hobbyists to pay $5 apiece to register drones weighing between 0.55 pounds and 55 pounds, or face potential criminal charges. Meanwhile, drone sales continue to climb, more than doubling in the past year.
But the agency’s registration process ran in to turbulence in May when the US Court of Appeals said the registration rule violated the FAA Modernization and Reform Act (PDF), which states the FAA “may not promulgate any rule or regulation regarding a model aircraft.”
The FAA applauded the return of the rules.
“We welcome the reinstatement of registration rules for all small unmanned aircraft,” the FAA said in a statement to TechCrunch. “Ownership identification helps promote safe and responsible drone operation and is a key component to full integration.”
The registry is to be reinstated when the act is enacted, according to the text of the bill.
Credit: Article published on CNET
https://www.cnet.com/news/trump-signs-bill-reinstating-required-drone-registration/
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WE NEED A COMPELLING VISION for a new future, a vision of a better country — America the Possible — that is still within our power to reach. The deep, transformative changes sketched in the first half of this manifesto provide a path to America the Possible. But that path is only brought to life when we can combine this vision with the conviction that we will pull together to build the necessary political muscle for real change. This article addresses both the envisioning of an attractive future for America and the politics needed to realize it. A future worth having awaits us, if we are willing to struggle and sacrifice for it. It won’t come easy, but little that is worth having ever does.
By 2050, America the Possible will have marshaled the economic and political resources to successfully address the long list of challenges, including basic social justice, real global security, environmental sustainability, true popular sovereignty, and economic democracy. As a result, family incomes in America will be far more equal, similar to the situation in the Nordic countries and Japan today. Large-scale poverty and income insecurity will be things of the past. Good jobs will be guaranteed to all those who want to work. Our health-care and educational systems will be among the best in the world, as will our standing in child welfare and equality of women. Racial and ethnic disparities will be largely eliminated. Social bonds will be strong. The overlapping webs of encounter and participation that were once hallmarks of America, “a nation of joiners,” will have been rebuilt, community life will be vibrant, and community development efforts plentiful. Trust in each other, and even in government, will be high.
Today’s big social problems — guns and homicides, drugs and incarceration, white-collar crime and Wall Street hijinks — will have come down to acceptable levels. Big national challenges like the national debt, illegal immigration, the future of social security, oil imports and the shift to sustainable energy, and environmental and consumer protection will have been successfully addressed. U.S. emissions of carbon dioxide and other greenhouse gases will have been reduced to a tiny fraction compared to today.
Internationally, the United States will assume the role of a normal nation. Military spending will be reduced to a level close to Europe’s today; military interventions will be rare and arms sales small. The resources thus freed up will be deployed to join with other nations in addressing climate change and other global environmental threats, nuclear proliferation, world poverty and underdevelopment, and other global challenges. The U.S. will be a leader in strengthening the institutions of global governance and international regulation, and we will be a member in good standing of the long list of treaties and other international agreements in which we do not now participate.
Politically, implementation of prodemocracy reforms will have saved our politics from corporate control and the power of money, and these reforms will have brought us to an unprecedented level of true popular sovereignty. Moreover, government in America will again be respected for its competence and efficiency. And, yes, taxes will be higher, especially for those with resources.
Overall, the economy will be governed to ensure broadly shared prosperity and to preserve the integrity and biological richness of the natural world. It will simply be assumed that the priority of economic activity is to sustain human and natural communities. Investment will concentrate in areas with high social and environmental returns even where not justified by financial returns, and it will be guided by democratically determined priorities at the national and local levels. Corporations will be under effective public control, and new patterns of business ownership and management — involving workers, communities, and other stakeholders — will be the norm. Consumerism will be replaced by the search for meaning and fulfillment in nonmaterial ways, and progress will be measured by new indicators of well-being other than GDP.
This recitation seems idealistic today, but the truth is we know how to do these things. Our libraries are full of plausible, affordable policy options, budget proposals, and institutional innovations that could realize these and other important objectives. And today’s world is full of useful models we can adapt to our circumstances.
NEW VALUES
Many thoughtful Americans have concluded that addressing our many challenges will require the rise of a new consciousness, with different values becoming dominant in American culture. For some, it is a spiritual awakening — a transformation of the human heart. For others it is a more intellectual process of coming to see the world anew and deeply embracing the emerging ethic of the environment and the old ethic of what it means to love thy neighbor as thyself. But for all, the possibility of a sustainable and just future will require major cultural change and a reorientation regarding what society values and prizes most highly.
In America the Possible, our dominant culture will have shifted, from today to tomorrow, in the following ways:
• from seeing humanity as something apart from nature, transcending and dominating it, to seeing ourselves as part of nature, offspring of its evolutionary process, close kin to wild things, and wholly dependent on its vitality and the finite services it provides;
• from seeing nature in strictly utilitarian terms — humanity’s resource to exploit as it sees fit for economic and other purposes — to seeing the natural world as having intrinsic value independent of people and having rights that create the duty of ecological stewardship;
• from discounting the future, focusing severely on the near term, to taking the long view and recognizing duties to future generations;
• from today’s hyperindividualism and narcissism, and the resulting social isolation, to a powerful sense of community and social solidarity reaching from the local to the cosmopolitan;
• from the glorification of violence, the acceptance of war, and the spreading of hate and invidious divisions to the total abhorrence of these things;
• from materialism and consumerism to the prioritization of personal and family relationships, learning, experiencing nature, spirituality, service, and living within limits;
• from tolerating gross economic, social, and political inequality to demanding a high measure of equality in all these spheres.
We actually know important things about how values and culture can be changed. One sure path to cultural change is, unfortunately, the cataclysmic event — the crisis — that profoundly challenges prevailing values and delegitimizes the status quo. The Great Depression is the classic example. I think we can be confident that we haven’t seen the end of major crises.
Two other key factors in cultural change are leadership and social narrative. Leaders have enormous potential to change minds, and in the process they can change the course of history. And there is some evidence that Americans are ready for another story. Large majorities of Americans, when polled, express disenchantment with today’s lifestyles and offer support for values similar to those urged here.
Another way in which values are changed is through social movements. Social movements are about consciousness raising, and, if successful, they can help usher in a new consciousness — perhaps we are seeing its birth today. When it comes to issues of social justice, peace, and environment, the potential of faith communities is vast as well. Spiritual awakening to new values and new consciousness can also derive from literature, philosophy, and science. Consider, for example, the long tradition of “reverence for life” stretching back over twenty-two hundred years to Emperor Ashoka of India and carried forward by Albert Schweitzer, Aldo Leopold, Thomas Berry, E. O. Wilson, Terry Tempest Williams, and others.
Education, of course, can also contribute enormously to cultural change. Here one should include education in the largest sense, embracing not only formal education but also day-to-day and experiential education as well as the fast-developing field of social marketing. Social marketing has had notable successes in moving people away from bad behaviors such as smoking and drunk driving, and its approaches could be applied to larger cultural change as well.
A major and very hopeful path lies in seeding the landscape with innovative, instructive models. In the United States today, there is a proliferation of innovative models of community revitalization and business enterprise. Local currencies, slow money, state Genuine Progress Indicators, locavorism — these are bringing the future into the present in very concrete ways. These actual models will grow in importance as communities search for visions of how the future should look, and they can change minds — seeing is believing. Cultural transformation won’t be easy, but it’s not impossible either.
AVERTING DISASTER
High on any list of our duties to future generations must be the imperative to keep open for them as many options and choices as possible. That is our generation’s gift of freedom. Here, the first order of business is to preserve the possibility of a bright future by preventing any of today’s looming disasters from spinning out of control or otherwise becoming so overwhelming that they monopolize resources of time, energy, and money, thus foreclosing other options. My list of biggest threats includes the following:
• severe disruption of global climate
• widespread exhaustion, erosion, and toxification of the planet’s natural resources and life-support systems
• militarism and permanent war
• nuclear disaster
• major economic or financial collapse, possibly linked to failing energy supply and soaring prices
• runaway terrorism and resulting loss of civil liberties
• pandemics and antibiotic resistance
• social and cultural decay, including the rise of criminality
• hollowing out of democracy and the dominance of corporatocracy and plutocracy
• something weird from the lab (nanotech? robotics? genetic engineering? a new weapon system? indefinite life extension?)
Much ink has been spilled warning us about these threats, and we must take them very seriously. In America the Possible, these warnings have been taken seriously and the threats avoided. We can already see the problems leading to all of the threats listed, but we are not yet fated to experience their worst.
THE VIRTUES OF NECESSITY
Even with disaster averted, there are still powerful constraints and limits on future options. And there are the lessons from positive psychology about what contributes to happy, fulfilling lives. In fact, three sets of developments are coming together and are pushing us to nothing less than a new way of living: the imperative to protect the climate and the earth’s living systems; the need to adjust to the rise of scarcities in energy and other resources; and the desire to shift national priorities to things that truly improve social well-being and happiness.
If we manage these factors well, the result could be a blessing in disguise, leading us to a new and better place — and a higher quality of life both individually and socially. Life in America the Possible will tend strongly in these directions:
RELOCALIZATION. Economic and social life will be rooted in the community and the region. More production will be local and regional, with shorter, less complex supply chains, especially for food. Business enterprises will be more rooted and committed to the long-term well-being of employees and their communities, and they will be supported by local currencies and local financial institutions. People will live closer to work, walk more, and travel less. Energy production will be distributed and decentralized, and predominantly renewable. Socially, community bonds will be strong; relationships with neighbors will be unpretentious and important; civic associations and community service groups plentiful; levels of trust and support for teachers and caregivers high. Personal security, tolerance of difference, and empathy will be high, and violence, fear, and hate low. Politically, local governance will stress participatory, direct, and deliberative democracy. Citizens will be seized with the responsibility to sustainably manage and extend the commons — the valuable assets that belong to everyone — through community land trusts at the local level, for example, and an atmospheric trust at the national level.
NEW BUSINESS MODELS. Locally-owned businesses, including worker-owned, customer-owned, and community-owned firms will be prominent, as will hybrid business models such as profit-nonprofit and public-private hybrids. Cooperation will replace or moderate competition. Business incubators will help entrepreneurs with arranging finance, technical assistance, and other support. Enterprises of all types will stress environmental and social responsibility.
PLENITUDE. Consumerism, where people find meaning and acceptance through what they consume, will be supplanted by the search for abundance in things that truly matter and that bring happiness and joy — family, friends, the natural world, meaningful work. Status and recognition will go to those who earn trust and provide needed services. Individuals and communities will enjoy a strong rebirth of reskilling, crafts, and self-provisioning. Overconsumption will be replaced by new investment in civic culture, natural amenities, ecological restoration, education, and community development.
MORE TIME; SLOWER LIVES. Formal work hours will be cut back, freeing up time for family, friends, hobbies, continuing education, skills development, caregiving, volunteering, sports, outdoor recreation, exploring nature, and participating in the arts. Life will be slower, less frenetic; frugality and thrift prized and wastefulness shunned; ostentatious displays of conspicuous consumption avoided; mindfulness and living simply prized.
NEW GOODS AND SERVICES. Products will be more durable and versatile and easy to repair, with components that can be reused or recycled. Production systems will be designed to mimic biological ones, with waste eliminated or turned into useful inputs elsewhere. The provision of services will replace the purchase of many goods; sharing, collaborative consumption, lending, and leasing will be commonplace.
RESONANCE WITH NATURE. Environmental protection regulations will be tough and demanding, and energy used with maximum efficiency. Zero discharge of traditional pollutants, toxics, and greenhouse gases will be the norm. Directly or indirectly, prices will reflect the true environmental costs. Schools will stress environmental education and pursue “no child left inside” programs. Natural areas and zones of high ecological significance will be protected. Green chemistry will replace the use of toxics and hazardous substances. Organic farming will eliminate pesticide and herbicide use. Environmental restoration and cleanup programs will be major focuses of community concern. There will be a palpable sense that economic and social activity is nested in the natural world and that we are close kin to wild things.
MORE EQUALITY. Because large inequalities are at the root of so many social and environmental problems, measures to ensure greater equality — not only of opportunity but also of outcomes — will be in place. Because life is simpler, more frugal, more caring, and less grasping, and people will be less status conscious and possessive, there will be more to go around and a high degree of economic equality. Special programs will ensure that seniors have income protections and opportunities to pursue their passions in second and third careers.
CHILDREN CENTERED, NOT GROWTH CENTERED. Overall economic growth will not be seen as a priority, and GDP will be seen as a misleading measure of well-being and progress. Instead, indicators of community wealth creation — including measures of social and natural capital — will be closely watched, and special attention will be given to children and young people — their education and their right to loving care, shelter, good nutrition, health care, a toxic-free environment, and freedom from violence.
HUMAN SCALE AND RESILIENT. The economy and the enterprises within it will not be too big to understand, appreciate, and manage successfully. A key motivation will be to maintain resilience — the capacity to absorb disturbance and outside shocks without disastrous consequences. We can think of today’s American economy as a giant, unitary system — highly complex and thoroughly integrated and interdependent, so that the failure of one component such as banking causes a cascade of failures throughout the system. The economy in America the Possible is, by contrast, diverse and decentralized, a collection of more self-reliant but interacting units that provide redundancy and resilience.
GLOCALISM. Despite the many ways life will be more local, and the resulting temptation toward parochialism and provincialism, Americans will feel a sense of belonging and citizenship at larger levels of social and political organization, and will support global-level governance in the numerous areas where it is needed, such as environmental issues.
DEMOCRACY REBORN
It is simply unimaginable that American politics as we know it today will deliver the transformative changes needed. Political reform and building a new and powerful progressive movement in America must be priority number one. Above all else, we must build a new democratic reality — a government truly of, by, and for the people.
A foundation of democracy is the principle that all citizens should have a right to participate as equals in the actual process of governing. All should have a right to vote, to have access to relevant information, to speak up, associate with others, and participate. Votes should count equally, the majority should prevail, subject to respect for basic rights, and the issues taken up should be the important ones society faces. These are ideals by which America’s current situation as well as our political reform agenda should be judged. Viewed this way, we are coming up far short on democracy and political equality. What we are seeing instead is the steady emergence of plutocracy and corporatocracy.
That the list of most-needed reforms to our political system is so long is testimony to how flawed the current system actually is.
• We need to both expand and protect the process of voting. Voter registration should be the default position: upon reaching the age of eighteen, citizens would be automatically registered, as is common in advanced democracies. Once registered, voting can be made easier in a number of ways: early voting should be extended; election day should be made a national holiday; ballots should be made simpler and voting less confusing; and campaigns to discourage and suppress voting through intimidating and deceptive practices should be prohibited and penalized. A national elections commission should be charged with providing for election administration and monitoring by impartial and well-trained election officials; for certification and testing of voting machines; for voter-verified paper trails to serve as the official ballots for recounts and audits; and generally for the integrity and accuracy of the voting process.
• We need a constitutional amendment to provide for direct popular election of the president. As long as that remains a bridge too far, state legislatures should agree to assign all of a state’s electoral votes to the candidate winning the national popular vote for president, but only if and when enough states make the commitment to total at least 270 electoral votes (the number needed to win in the Electoral College). Thus far nine states — including California, Hawai‘i, Illinois, Maryland, New Jersey, Washington, and Massachusetts — with half the electoral votes needed to win, have made such pledges. Another way to bring more democracy to presidential elections would be to increase House membership by 50 percent, a good idea in its own right.
• Reform of our current system of primary elections is also in order. There are many possibilities here, but a key goal is to broaden participation in primaries beyond each party’s core. One way to do that is to have structured open primaries — where registered independents can vote in either party’s primary.
• The partisan gerrymandering of congressional districts should be stopped. District lines should be drawn by independent, nonpartisan commissions.
• We need to break the two-party duopoly. To do that, we need a process for voting that will encourage third parties without making them spoilers, will ensure that every vote counts in the end result and is not wasted, and will ensure that winners have the support of the majority of voters. This would be accomplished by instant-runoff voting (IRV), the process by which voters rank the candidates in order of preference. Low-scoring candidates — often third-party ones — are eliminated in the vote counting, and their voters’ second choices are added to those that remain until one candidate has a majority. Even more attractive, fusion voting allows a minority party to list as its candidate on the ballot the candidate of another party. Fusion thus allows third parties to bargain with the two major parties for the best representation they can get.
• The Senate needs a host of reforms, including abolishing the current practice of filibusters. Given the way filibusters are now managed, senators representing a mere 11 percent of the U.S. population can exercise effective control over legislation, at least in theory. And there is another, but difficult, way to bring more democracy to the Senate: with congressional approval, large states could decide to subdivide into two or more smaller ones.
• The most important prodemocracy reform is to undermine the power of money in our elections and in lobbying. The emphasis of campaign finance reform should be on encouraging small donor contributions and public funding of elections — the democratization of campaign finance itself. The Fair Elections Now Act, introduced in Congress in April 2011, embodies this approach for congressional elections and has many supporters in the House and Senate. Several states have already pursued the approach with success. Candidates who participated in “clean” or “fair” state election programs similar to Fair Elections Now hold about 85 percent of the legislative seats in Maine and around 75 percent in Connecticut.
• Major efforts should be pursued to address the many problems created by the Supreme Court’s decision in Citizens United, which opened the floodgates to unrestricted campaign spending by corporations and unions. Amending the Constitution should be a priority, in the process depriving corporations of constitutional personhood. Or Congress could regulate the impact of the Supreme Court’s decision, as Democrats tried unsuccessfully to do in 2010 with the Disclose Act proposal. At least it would have required disclosure of the source of campaign spending. There are two other attractive ideas for regulation. One would require that corporate boards, or even the shareholders themselves, approve all campaign spending initiatives. A second regulation would greatly strengthen the requirement that these corporate contributions be truly independent — that is, not coordinated in any way with the candidate being supported. And, of course, the court could simply reverse itself, for example, if a new justice were appointed to replace one of the five in the majority.
• Candidate access to the media should be enhanced, and the power of money reduced, by ensuring that all carriers and service providers offer full access to political speech at rates offered to the most favored commercial customers and by requiring that broadcasters provide candidates with a minimum amount of free airtime as a condition of receiving their federal licenses.
• Much needs to be done to tighten regulation of lobbying. There should be a ban on registered lobbyists engaging in campaign fundraising — no contributions to campaigns from lobbyists, no lobbyist bundling of multiple contributions, and no other form of lobbyist fundraising for federal candidates. Connecticut enacted such a ban on “pay to play” in 2005. “Strategic consulting” for congressional offices should be classified as lobbying. Congressional staff should be further professionalized, enlarged, and better paid in order to reduce the current dependence on lobbyists’ information and analysis. The offices serving Congress, such as the Congressional Research Service and the Government Accountability Office, should be strengthened for these same reasons. Appropriate restrictions should be placed on the lobbying activities of large government contractors, and stricter revolving door provisions should be adopted. As an extension of federal laws regulating lobbying and requiring disclosure of lobbying expenditures, organizations should be required to disclose expenditures pursuant to major-issue campaigns aimed at affecting federal legislation, just as narrowly defined “lobbying” expenses are now disclosed. Also, all sponsors and direct or indirect funders of public-issue ads should be required to be identified in those ads along with an announcement like those in today’s campaign ads approving and taking responsibility for the contents.
Beyond these changes in the rules of American politics, other changes are needed to strengthen both journalism and government transparency, to restore disinterest to the courts, to rebuild large membership institutions like labor unions that can magnify the strength of the otherwise isolated voter, and to rebuild competency in our oft-maligned and now depleted civil services.
We won’t get far in addressing the challenges we now face unless we are a competent nation with a competent government. And this competence in turn requires, above all, education and public integrity. Education is essential not just for building the skills needed in today’s high-tech economy, but also for building a capacious understanding of the world in which we live. Public integrity includes not just integrity at the personal level, but also the capacity to elevate the public good over private gain.
A UNIFIED MOVEMENT
When one considers all the ways in which our politics begs for change and reform, it is easy to see why so little of what is needed is actually accomplished. A prodemocracy agenda like the one described here must move to top priority. Such an agenda should be a priority for all progressive communities, and should draw support from Americans across the political spectrum.
Let us never forget that faith in democracy and fighting for it are acts of affirmation. In democracy, we affirm that we trust our fellow citizens — that we count on each other. Whether we win or lose the coming struggle for democracy in America, we claim that high ground.
But to drive real change in politics and in public policy, we need to build a powerful, unified progressive movement. Few of the measures our country needs are likely to get very far without a vigorous social and political movement that we don’t now have. In today’s America, progressive ideas are unlikely to be turned into action unless they are promoted by powerful citizen demand.
Successful movements for serious change are launched in protest against key features of the established order. They are nurtured on outrage at the severe injustices being perpetrated, the core values being threatened, or the undesirable future that is unfolding. And they demand real change. Here one is reminded of Frederick Douglass’s famous 1857 statement about the challenge to slavery: “If there is no struggle there is no progress. Those who profess to favor freedom and yet deprecate agitation are men who want crops without plowing up the ground; they want rain without thunder and lightning. They want the ocean without the awful roar of its many waters. This struggle may be a moral one, or it may be a physical one, and it may be both moral and physical, but it must be a struggle. Power concedes nothing without a demand. It never did and it never will.” If progressives hope to succeed, then the movement must capture the spirit of Frederick Douglass.
What must now be built with urgency is a unified progressive community. The silos separating the various progressive communities must be breached. To succeed, there must be a fusion of progressive causes, the forging of a common agenda, and the building of a mighty force on the ground, at the grass roots. Progressives of all stripes must come together to build a true community of outlook, interest, and engagement, as well as the organizational infrastructure to strengthen the progressive movement on an ongoing basis.
Our best hope for real change is a movement created by a fusion of people concerned about environment, social justice, true democracy, and peace into one powerful progressive force. We have to recognize that we are all communities of a shared fate. In particular, progressives must focus on electoral politics far, far more than they have in the past. The 2008 Obama campaign shows what can be done. For the progressive movement to secure a powerful place in American politics, it will require major efforts at grassroots organizing, strengthening groups working at the state and community levels, reaching out to broaden membership and participation, and developing motivational messages and moral appeals. It will also require building partylike organizations, creating political action committees (PACs), and fielding candidates.
Regarding the language we use and the messages we seek to convey, I can see clearly now that we environmentalists have been too wonkish and too focused on technical fixes. We have not developed well the capacity to speak in a language that goes straight to the American heart, resonates with both core moral values and common aspirations, and projects a positive and compelling vision. Throughout my forty-odd years in the environmental community, public discourse on environment has been dominated by lawyers, scientists, and economists — people like me. Now we need to hear a lot more from the preachers, the poets, the psychologists, and the philosophers. And our message must be one that is founded on hope and honest possibility.
Former House Speaker Tip O’Neill famously said, “All politics is local,” and a progressive movement must stress building locally, from the bottom up. We all live local lives, and if more and more people are to become engaged politically, engaging them locally is imperative. When we add that most of the promising things happening in America today are happening at the community level, the case is compelling for linking progressive initiatives at the local level to building a national progressive movement — community action melded to a national strategy.
Movements gather strength when people realize that they are being victimized and that there are many others in the same boat, and it helps when they are able to identify and point to those responsible — the villains of the story. Many on the right work hard and with consummate cynicism to raise the specter of “class warfare” when, for example, efforts are launched to tax the rich a bit more. With admirable candor, businessman Warren Buffett, an advocate for fairer taxes and one of the wealthiest men in America, has said, “There’s class warfare, all right, but it’s my class, the rich class, that’s making war, and we’re winning.” In 1936, Harold Lasswell wrote Politics: Who Gets What, When, and How. He declared that “the study of politics is the study of influence and the influential . . . the influential are those who get the most of what there is to get. . . . Those who get the most are elite; the rest are mass.” Today, the elite have gotten about all there is to get, and the great mass of people have gotten the shaft.
An invigorated American progressive movement must also embrace the accumulated knowledge that generations of thoughtful scholars have made possible. With the right seemingly disavowing good science at every turn, it is doubly important that progressives draw heavily on the contributions of our impressive scientific community. Nothing against faith, but the scientific content of public policy issues is increasing steadily, and progressives won’t be leading in the right directions without such an embrace. And while progressives should both appeal to moral values and kick up a ruckus, it remains important to ground appeals and campaigns on solid analysis, accurate history, and facts. They go together well. As Stephen Colbert has quipped, “The facts have a well-known liberal bias.”
In the end, the most meaningful changes will almost certainly require a large-scale rebirth of marches, protests, demonstrations, direct action, and nonviolent civil disobedience. Protests are important to dramatize issues, show the depth of concern, attract public and media attention, build sympathetic support, raise public consciousness, and put issues on the agenda. No one who followed events in Egypt or the Wisconsin State House, or who remembers the civil rights and anti-war protests of the 1960s and 1970s, can doubt their importance. Author and social critic Chris Hedges urges that “civil disobedience, which will entail hardship and suffering, which will be long and difficult, which at its core means self-sacrifice, is the only mechanism left.” Those words ring true to those who have worked for decades to elicit a meaningful response to the existential threat of climate change and who find, after all the effort, only ashes.
There are ongoing historical trends that require the development of the progressive movement sought here. The widespread persistence of relative poverty at home and absolute poverty abroad; the growth of economic inequality now matching that of 1928; the rapid exhaustion of the planet’s renewable and nonrenewable resources; the impossibility of continuous exponential growth on a finite planet; the destruction of the climate regime that has existed throughout human civilization; the drift to militarism and endless war — these warn us that business as usual is not an option.
America the Possible awaits us, if we are prepared to struggle — to put it all on the line. If the future is to be one we wish for our grandchildren, we had better get started building this progressive movement without delay. Given the deplorable conditions on so many fronts, the day will surely come when large numbers of Americans will conclude, with Howard Beale’s character in Network, “I’m as mad as hell and I’m not going to take this anymore!” The progressive movement must not only be ready for that day, it must also hasten its arrival.
James Gustave Speth is a professor at Vermont Law School and a Distinguished Senior Fellow at Demos, a nonpartisan public policy research and advocacy organization. A former dean of the Yale School of Forestry & Environmental Studies, he also co-founded the Natural Resources Defense Council, was founder and president of the World Resources Institute, and served as administrator of the United Nations Development Programme. He is the author of six books, including the award-winning The Bridge at the Edge of the World: Capitalism, the Environment, and Crossing from Crisis to Sustainability and Red Sky at Morning: America and the Crisis of the Global Environment.
Martin on April 25, 2012
There is just much poppycock in this second part to even being a discussion.
The environmental movement has become a greenwash, and no amount of wishful, instition-based thinking, which Orion represents vividly, is going to alter this terrible state.
Big Green, and Bill McKibben in particular, have gotten slammed in a damning series of insider exposes written pseudonomously at Counterpunch.
This kind of fantastical “vision” document, such as this one by Spaeth, has been done over and over, since Earth Day, since the 60s, and yet we have the worst electoral politics in the country’s history, a toothless higher education credentialing system spweing out dreamers without skills, and corporate corruption ruling all channels of social reality.
Beware of gurus of optimism – they usually have a vested, personal, msot often academic stake in doing well off a rotten supersystem.
Richard Sumpter on April 26, 2012
Martin is clearly not part of the solution – so let’s move on.
mike k on April 26, 2012
Part one about the mess we are in is pretty good, although how bad it really is does not really register on the author. This is reflected even more in his casual treatment of how we are to get out of this lethal karmic disaster, which he foreshadows in the sidebar. The kind of wishful expectations expressed here will not come close to stopping the juggernaut bearing down us. Underestimating the unswerving power of the forces we are up against, naturally leads to fantasies about how easily they can be dealt with. This is a recipe for ineffectual hopeism.
Part two unfortunately only expands this erroneous thinking on part of the author. Speth simply does not grasp the depth of the hole we have dug for ourselves over the centuries. It is not a matter of some mistakes to be patched up. The fundamental errors of social organization and individual development that are the keys to our present world crisis began millennia ago with the birth of “civilizationâ€. The depth of changes we need to make in our way of life on this planet are of a truly profound nature. And the tragic truth is that we are in no way willing our capable of making those changes and the necessary sacrifices they would entail. We are going to experience the full impact of our bad karma in the times to come. Indeed those tragic consequences are happening now for millions of people and other species on our planet. The failure of civilization will dwarf all other possible disasters. Whether anything good will survive it is unknowable from here.
kulturCritic on April 27, 2012
Spaeth is part of the problem, the entire architecture must go!
http://kulturcritic.wordpress.com/posts/equilibrium-and-the-fall-of-icarus/
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Craig Patterson on April 27, 2012
Richard Sumpter must be smoking the same denial that Spaeth is smoking. What a meaningless fantasy. There is no accounting for the trends and trajectories of our environmental, economic and social collapse that is more likely every day this sort of nonsense is spread. Martin, Mike and KulturCritic have eyes wide open where Richard and Spaeth are obviously looking with eyes closed through rose colored glasses. Why does an intelligent publication like Orion publish such self-serving and ignorant analysis just because someone has letters after their name? I expect more.
Kaleopono on April 30, 2012
I agree with Richard Sumpter re. Martin clearly being no part of the solution. mike k and Craig Patterson apparently are friends/supporters/admirers of Martin. kulturCritic is an academic focused on ivory tower philosophical debate…perhaps interesting background stage-setting for the matter at hand, but not instrumental in the solutions development department; and he possibly shares the psychology of the others besides Sumpter. Sumpter doesnÊ»t positively state his view, though the nature of his comment indicates that he does not experience the othersÊ» pessimism that may be symptomatic of hysterical response to unrecognized, pervasive internalized fear. Spaeth does us a valuable service: “mapping out the territory” based on his long practical experience in the trenches. Independently I have arrived at similar conclusions, not nearly so well or thoroughly articulated. A well-described vision is essential for any social movement to acquire supporters and have any prospect of success. “Without vision, the people perish.” Spaeth devotes most of the two-part article to describing conditions that must be created and made to prevail to have any hope of manifesting the needed mass progressive uprising leading to crucial economic, political, social and cultural transformations: he DOES say that the entire existing architecture must ultimately go…prominently in his piece, central to his argument, so I wonder how kulturCritic missed that! I do believe our grassroots situation has already turned desperate and share SpaethÊ»s reality-based view that the forces now controlling the situation may be so entrenched that no amount of progressive organizing will in the end succeed. So it boils down to the question: What’s the best attitude with which to conduct the rest of our life? Pessimistic negativity and fault-finding, mired in quicksand? Or rolling up one’s sleeves and getting to work in collaboration with others, exercising hopeful determination to do all possible to divert the tsunami and put in place systemic structures that will make impossible such damage in the future? My aloha to all commenters.
Kaleopono– Be assured that those of us who ask that people acknowledge the terrible state of affairs on Earth are used to folks brushing aside our concerns as delusional, pessimistic, unproductive, untrue…on and on. We understand people’s reluctance to face the truth, and the many defensive means they employ to justify their unwillingness to face the crisis we are in. Only, we feel that this head in the sand and false optimism is a totally flawed approach that will only guarantee our being flat footed and unprepared when the tsunami that we have been warned about hits with its full devastating impact. Thanks for your thoughts, they are typical of the denial and non-responsiveness of millions of your fellow humans.
Mike K. and kulturkritik are indeed brilliant in one they say, and brave, to stand up for the awful truth instead of the baleful lies of the system propagandists and self-styled “reformers.”
There is no real choice in this matter – but how we live with these terrible realizations, of injustice and hypocrisy and hard systemic corruption is the next stage of human existence – without the usual claptrap and specious aphorisms about “solutions” and “sustainability.”
Pogowasright on April 30, 2012
Kaleopono, you speak of a well-described vision.
In forestry that vision was described 102 years ago when Gifford Pinchot said the mission of the Forest service is to provide, “the greatest good for the greatest number for the longest time”. However reading his autobiography, Breaking new Ground, he clearly points to the Taft administration as essentially turning over the gold mine to Industry. That trend has grown geometrically since WW2 and yet no one suggests we return to the wisdom of Gifford Pinchot. Particularly the managers and Forestry Scientists who know their bread is buttered maximizing short term profits. Thus the illusion continues, environments get trashed, economies experience a short boom then long and protracted bust and society teeters on the brink of social collapse.
Gandhi said long ago, there is enough for every man’s need, but not for every man’s greed.
The millennium ecosystem assessment of 2005 reports that 60% of ecosystem function is now in decline.
The weather patterns become more radical with every passing year and yet we live/act as if nothing is wrong.
Soon our bubble will pop and those like Spaeth and Sumpter will follow their denial right off the edge. This is not a time for Pollyanna views but for hard assessments of how our professed words of love for our children and grandchildren are often undermined by our self-serving selfish actions today.
It’s time for a wake up…. if it’s not too late.
mike k on May 1, 2012
Pogo man — That was one smart possum. It would have been better for us if we had listened to him, instead of snake oil conmen like Barak Obama. Out of the mouth of simple forest creatures….
I still remember a conversation I had with a dragonfly deep in the forest in Hawaii that had more insight and truth than an army of talking heads.
Ed T on May 2, 2012
It’s a longish article, and I see how people may have got tired and missed things. Speth’s assessment of our present political system seems pretty bleak to me. (Pollyannish, rose colored glasses, head in the sand…?) His proposed solutions amount to “rolling up one’s sleeves and getting to work in collaboration with others”, as Kaleopono says. And I agree with that.
Mike, no one’s calling you delusional but, after a couple years seeing your posts here I feel that the solutions you generally point to are more appropriate for setting up a monastery than for affecting the political/economic climate of greed that’s destroying human life on this planet. I think I see the process from the opposite end from you. Enlightenment will come to the many after the stables have been cleaned up. It’s not that we’re all going to become enlightened and then clean up the mess. And if you don’t think the mess can be cleaned up at all why even talk?
I agree, it’s a big mess and a certain small percentage of very energetic people seem determined to make it much worse. It’s not that we don’t see where the problems are. It’s like the Buddha’s image of the small man wrestling with the very large man – you get him down once, you’re probably going to have to do it again and again and….. So be it.
Martin on May 2, 2012
Ed T., you seem on the level, and the phrase “and if you don’t think the mess can be cleaned up at all why even talk” makes a good point, though a familiar one.
And it is not that easy to answer. The truths of our social reality, though, should be our reference point, and are ones that are missed by the uplift section of “America the Possible.”
Why talk, then? Because we are alive, we will strive to better our own positions in the world, because it is fun to try to understand the complexities of life.
Still, I prefer your Buddhist aprhorisms (though in general I would like to Occupy Aphorisms) to the usual greenwash bromides of how small groups of ascetic savants are going to reverse engineer the Industrial Revolution.
Frederick G. Rodgers on May 2, 2012
Prof. Speth, Mr. McKibben and others extend (in the modest space afforded by ORION) an antidote to the individuals and organizations some here and elsewhere who what Martin acidly calls “a greenwash,” i.e. they are part of what he terms “a rotten supersystem.” I understand his cynicism, for I know what a bleak or horrific future teeters toward the USA and the other societies on this planet GAIA! Few today assume they are just a “hoax.”
Yet, at this late hour when the vibrant pink of cherry blossoms is lost for a few hours in the damp darkness of this night after May Day, I choose to offer support to those who, in their own way, at least accept if not applaud those who seem like “gurus of optimism.”
Dismal cynics are as numerous as the former and, frankly, just as intelligently articulate. I choose a cautiously brighter arena in which to challenge them. Each word or sentence disseminates (seeds) some measure of willingness to open a flower or extend a new green leaf/life even as persons or organizations pluck greenish twenty dollar bills from the nearest twig! LIFE has been, always will be fertile, abundant despite threats. If I, at 75+, did not believe that, you’d not detect a sound from Frederick here in Portland, Oregon as dawn begins over the Atlantic Ocean. PEACE: make room for it in your minds.
I offer this passage from (wiki on cynicism) to counter the frequent distortion people impose on a word with a more noble meaning:
Cynicism (Greek: κυνισμός), in its original form, refers to the beliefs of an ancient school of Greek philosophers known as the Cynics (Greek: Κυνικοί, Latin: Cynici). Their philosophy was that the purpose of life was to live a life of Virtue in agreement with Nature. This meant rejecting all conventional desires for wealth, power, health, and fame, and by living a simple life free from all possessions. As reasoning creatures, people could gain happiness by rigorous training and by living in a way which was natural for humans. They believed that the world belonged equally to everyone, and that suffering was caused by false judgments of what was valuable and by the worthless customs and conventions which surrounded society. Many of these thoughts were later absorbed into Stoicism.
The above passage could be an example of returning words to their true meanings; something George Orwell was deeply concerned with, for example in his book 1984. Let’s ease up a bit in imputing some dark negative intent to people who are justly critical of present trends and their rationales, and often criticize current society with the sole intention to point the way to something far better.
Hi Ed — Good to hear from you again. At our age, you never know when the last dispatch is the last ever. Its true that we think differently on some of these issues, but that is not a problem. In fact I think it is a good thing that people are seeking a great diversity of approaches; gives a better chance that one of these ways may really catch on, or alternatively that the cumulative impact of many approaches may prove sufficient.
I do not think that my approach is the best way. I don’t know what the best way is, but that does not deter me from pursuing the best way I know of right now. If I become convinced there is a better way than mine, I will drop my way like a hot potato, and follow that new way. I would encourage others, like yourself, to follow their chosen way to reverse or at least slow our headlong plunge towards a fascist dystopia or extinction, whichever may come first….
BTW — My sense of enlightenment is that it involves a growth in awareness, clarity, and an ongoing increase of wisdom that never ends.
And that is the reason and the goal of our being here. That purpose supercedes and transcends every other consideration, even our own physical survival. Loving each other is an essential part of that, without which nothing will work. Second Corinthians, or “Unless you build the house with My help, you build it in vain.” And BTW I am not a “Christian” any more than JC was.
pop! on May 9, 2012
Where is the discussion of the elephant in the room — human population growth? Let’s get real: the article articulates laudable goals, but without population and consumption reduction, there is no hope of a sustainable future. Where is the goal of universal access to free family planning services. Let’s at least give ourselves (human civilization) a chance.
Pop! — Right on. Behind the unwillingness to look at the population elephant is the myth of unlimited progress and entitlement. This tragic hubris of human egos guarantees that none of the totally inadequate measures suggested will even get off the ground. This kind of optimistic reassurance is only useful to keep people in a childlike state of unrealistic fantasies. It serves up the same empty promises as corporate advertising. It is a handmaiden of green washers. Grow up! Only radical changes in our whole adjustment to the real world will avail to pull us out of the nightmare we have created.
john boswell on May 10, 2012
a good pair of articles…and it is so true that to achieve the future you desire you have to build it today…and it can best be done by working with and for people and communities to foster relationships, networks and build interactive social capital.
vera on May 10, 2012
What utter virtually unreadable silliness! Martin said it well so I don’t have to. Orion, tell the pencil pusher professor to stop building air castles and go cultivate his garden.
Joe Bianculli on May 11, 2012
This man is not describing the real world we live in. He seem utterly ignorant of the fact of global crisis and the crashing of our ecological systems. What’s he smoking? I could sure use some of that!
gerald spezio on May 11, 2012
Yalie lawyerfish Speth is selling pie-in-the-sky mentalism.
Speth has “visions” & revelations where creative law professors deliver paradigm shifts with their MINDS!
Speth is writing fiction, as in legal fiction, where all is imagination.
It is hard to believe that he is that stupid.
A lawyer, huh? Suppose he could tell us how to make sure the world of 2050 is no longer infested by lawyers?!
The professor could also tell us how he came to believe in the value of back casting? Why not astrology? At least it has more venerable roots…
I dare, you, prof: show up and talk to us. Show some … uh, you know.
Erik Hoffner on May 11, 2012
Vera, Gerald, and all,
Thanks for your impassioned thoughts. Please 1/ try to keep to substance and avoid ad hominem commentary, and 2/ know that Mr. Speth will indeed “show up and talk to us” as you suggest – we’ve been planning a live webinar/phone discussion with him for some time, which you could attend:
https://cc.readytalk.com/cc/s/showReg?udc=7ehxs8bcx88p
That happens Tuesday, May 15th. All are welcome to join us and share views and questions with him.
It’s a free event/call but you need to preregister. Do so at the link above.
kulturCritic on May 11, 2012
OK – let’s drop the word ad hominem and just cut to the chase. Mr Spaeth’s authenticity is just about a hollow as Mr. Hoffner’s request for civility. Both gentlemen are paid hucksters. That is not an ad hominem statement, it is merely a fact. They get paid to spread BS. How insulting is it for Mr. Hoffner to invite us to his webinar. As if we needed training, or an invitation for “free” training. If you look simply at Mr. Spaeth’s credentials, you can see quite clearly a man who has a profound faith in the very systems that brought us here. And, he has everything on the line, seeing to it that those systems are up and running in the condition he believes is most advantageous. Mr Spaeth, there is nothing great about America with the exception of the American ego. What we have done to ourselves and the world, beginning with the first explorers to the New World is beyond the pale. And for you to sit there and lecture us on saving this thing is either incredible arrogance or delusion, or a misture of both, I would venture. Good luck, sandy krolick, kulturCritic.
Erik, how can an intelligent observer “keep to substance;” when there just isn’t any genuine substance in what Speth’s word salad?
If a professed theoretician makes preposterous new age predictions about the future filled with countless “will be” this & “will be” that; he had better be prepared for personal attacks.
Speth has no claim to social science – he is writing imaginative literature that insults the intelligence of your readers. His cavalier pronouncements do a serious dis-service to the gravity of the planetary perils staring us in the face.
Both Speth & David Korten are establishment double agent hacks & any sharp observer can’t miss it.
Their work is designed from above to DE-POLITICIZE THE YOUNG & NAIVE NEW AGE FLOCK.
Richard Sumpter on May 11, 2012
KK and Mr. Spezio;
If Lauren van der Post is right, and I believe he is: “Human beings are never more frightening than when they are convinced beyond doubt that they are right,” – then the two of you are indeed even more frightening than you purport Mr. Spaeth to be. Have the wisdom to doubt just a bit your own infallibility. Your screed becomes as tiresome as the ones you skewer.
Pogowasright on May 11, 2012
While I too am extremely shallow ‘projections’ based in fantasy while devoid of reality, this is where academia is today.E.O. Wilson talks about being able to understand the difference between data and wisdom, yet little substantial discourse follows. The ruts of higher education are obvious to all who see the web of interconnectedness. Yet this webinar is an opportunity to create dialogue and maybe even synthesis. It is to that end I will challenge Mr. Spaeth to identify the examples and trends that support his hypotheses?
Ask him to account for the degradation and restoration needs as direct consequence of a parasitic, short term profiteering corporations effecting us all with liabilities without end?
Ask him to account for the clashing trends of consumption, population, degradation and our interdependent as Fukushima Daiichi’s cooling pond #4 so ominously reminds us?
Ask him to reflect on cause (choice) and effect (consequence) our our ‘management’ over the last 50 years? What lessons does he see?
And if he cannot speak directly and coherently to these issues, then it’s up to us who see the bigger ‘web’ to speak up and share our wisdom.
Throwing stones only breaks things.
Excuse my first sentence, it should have read;
While I too am extremely disappointed at the shallow ‘projections’ based in fantasy of Mr Speath’s piece, it was essentially devoid of reality, which is common in academia today.
mike k on May 11, 2012
People resort to ad hominem attacks from a variety of motivations, including having a generally resentful and belligerent temperament, lacking either the ability or desire to make specific reasoned criticisms, a general tendency to dramatize and exaggerate situations, black and white thinking, unwillingness to listen to anything contrary to their pet theories, etc. etc. I have been guilty of all of these fallacious approaches at one time or another in these very pages. It has been a great benefit to me to become painfully aware of these personal shortcomings (sometimes!) as a result of the free form debating that goes on here at Orion. On occasion, I have actually managed to rewrite some choice inconsiderate comments before they saw print, but alas not always, as our former blog monitor Scott had to recently remind me. We are all human. But that excuse wears thin if too often invoked.
Mr. Speth is an honorable, informed, intelligent, and compassionate friend and defender of the Earth and all it’s inhabitants. His record of dedicated service to the World far exceeds anything I could ever hope to accomplish. I am grateful that men such as he are among us. I have differences with some aspects of his approach, but this in no way lessens my respect for him and his accomplishments.
We are all contributing to this blog hopefully to share ideas of how to make a better world. Let’s try to keep our discussion on a level of seriousness and mutual respect that reflects the kind of community we long for.
Those of us who have looked into the deep roots of our escalating problems are all too aware that no one person or group or theory has a comprehensive answer to our multiple dilemmas. This should not become an excuse for us to declare a free fire zone, and proceed to ruthlessly shoot down and trash every proposal, partial, imperfect, and uncertain as it may be. Remember, it is incumbent upon us to put our own ideas out there for criticism and rebuttal. Failure to do so puts one in the category of a naysayer without anything else to offer.
Cyd on May 12, 2012
I find the attack thread that runs throught some of these comments disheartening. Do those commenters offer alternative visions? Well, no. Do they inspire others to contribute to a forming a vision or path forward to bring humanity back from the precipice we now face? No again. Do they enjoy the kill? Apparently yes. Do they kill the joy of participating in urgently needed dialogues? For me, yes.
Cyd — One of the features of an open, anonymous forum like what Orion offers us is that people can choose to read it or contribute to it as they see fit. We can usually count on hearing views that we profoundly disagree with or find negative or depressing. It’s kinda like a town hall meeting. If we wish there were more positive comments, then maybe it is up to us to provide them. After all, free speech is a precious right; only sometimes it challenges us to be able to participate and learn from it. And in our world today, negative feelings and predictions are not always inappropriate. Thanks for your comment.
Martin on May 13, 2012
This has been an exciting talk-back from stout folks here – Vera, kulturkritik, etc. The line of thinking represents true promise.
The cliche is that the emperor has no clothes, but it certainly applies here. Big Green is as much the establishment as Monsanto-Halliburton, and though it can viewed much more sympathetically, it must be criticized.
Others, such as Kingsnorth, a Canadian legal academic, social critics, DOTE, are sounding notes of resistance to the dominant narrative of hope/change. Yet people who have been allegedly “educated,” who live with the spoils of privilege and empire, refuse this strong alternative, persisting in delusions of “visions” and hubristic proclamations.
Any one of us can make more pie-in-the-sky. You just continue being a dutiful student, a member of the naive audience. You can deride “Ad hominem” talk, which is wrong if appleid to people’s anatomy, but is absolutely essential when connecting actual people to actual power. This might strike some credulous employees as “incivil,” but it actually is the opposite, an invitation to speakers and writers to come join the human race.
Here is just one paragraph by Speth making preposterous predictions about the future of Supernation.
Could James Speth be this stupid in broad daylight?
“By 2050, America the Possible WIlL HAVE marshaled the economic and political resources to successfully address the long list of challenges, including basic social justice, real global security, environmental sustainability, true popular sovereignty, and economic democracy. As a result, family incomes in America WILL BE far more equal, similar to the situation in the Nordic countries and Japan today. Large-scale poverty and income insecurity WILL BE things of the past. Good jobs WILL BE guaranteed to all those who want to work. Our health-care and educational systems WILL BE among the best in the world, as WILL our standing in child welfare and equality of women. Racial and ethnic disparities WILL BE largely eliminated. Social bonds WILL BE strong. The overlapping webs of encounter and participation that were once hallmarks of America, “a nation of joiners,†WILL HAVE BEEN rebuilt, community life WILL BE vibrant, and community development efforts plentiful. Trust in each other, and even in government, WILL BE high.”
All WILL BE TRANSFORMED!
SHAZAM, FREE SHOES FOR ALL!
James Speth WILL HAVE the deed to the Brooklyn Bridge, & he WILL build an elite law school in the middle of his bridge.
New Agers WILL BE educated in the law & social transformations.
Our MINDS WILL BE TRANSFORMED!
Gerald — I got a good laugh out of your send-up of Mr. Speth. Well done! However, on the serious side, he is not really stupid; he is deluded. There is an important difference there. If his essay was merely a stupid mistake, he might at some future point prove to be educable. However if he is in a state of delusional denial of reality, a much deeper therapy would be needed to restore him to sanity.
It is our great misfortune that a very large segment of the American population is in a similar mental state as Mr. Speth. This large majority of our citizens would probably nod their heads in agreement with Speth’s rosy scenarios. His words are so reassuring, so comforting. Everything is really OK, it will all turn out well without our having to trouble our minds about it. The American Zombie continues to love her/his trance and fear awakening above all else. Please don’t tell us any bad news. If you only believe hard enough good things will inevitably happen. Criticizing the present and being concerned about the future only shows a lack of trust in our leaders. To do that would serve to strengthen our enemies — the terrorists!
Until we overcome our fear of the truth, all our efforts will be forms of avoidance.
Pogo said: “And if he cannot speak directly and coherently to these issues”
Hasn’t he already proven that he cannot? Why would I want to do a webinar with someone without a clue?
And btw, Orion, look up “ad hominem”. We are abusing Spaeth’s ideas, not his person. I am sure he is, in person, quite smart and accomplished. But anyone who steps into the public limelight opens themselves to criticism. And rightly so. Would you prefer yes men here? 🙂
As for ideas of what would work, they are starting to be out there for those who have eyes to look. They will not be found in Yes! magazine and other hopey-changey venues (and no, this is not an insult to Orion, I actually like Orion… obviously).
Down with pie-in-the-skyism!
Sorry for the name mis-spell, it is Speth. 🙂
Cyd wrote: “I find the attack thread that runs through some of these comments disheartening.”
Dumb ideas deserve the pillory. Join the fun!
John Steinsvold on May 14, 2012
An Alternative to Capitalism (if the people knew about it, they would demand it)
Several decades ago, Margaret Thatcher claimed: “There is no alternative”. She was referring to capitalism. Today, this negative attitude still persists.
I would like to offer an alternative to capitalism for the American people to consider. Please click on the following link. It will take you to an essay titled: “Home of the Brave?” which was published by the Athenaeum Library of Philosophy:
http://evans-experientialism.freewebspace.com/steinsvold.htm
John Steinsvold
“Insanity is doing the same thing over and over and expecting a different result.”~ Albert Einstein
Michael Mitschele on May 15, 2012
this should not become an excuse for us to declare a free fire zone, and proceed to ruthlessly shoot down and trash every proposal, partial, imperfect, and uncertain as it may be. Remember, it is incumbent upon us to put our own ideas out there for criticism and rebuttal. Failure to do so puts one in the category of a naysayer without anything else to offer.
John Steins old — Thanks for the provocative link to alternative economic ideas. Capitalism is a totally failed system that needs a radically different approach to the problem of how to share our lives on Earth. The all-out fight to acquire individual wealth at the expense of others inevitably results in the tragically failed world we live in. This enthronement of selfishness as the goal of life has resulted only in universal suffering; portrayed by it’s promoters as “progressâ€.
Oops — ‘Steinsvold’
Michael, where the heck is there any actual “proposal” in Speth’s gibberish? Please show us.
Flights of fancy do not constitute proposals in my world. Anybody can come up with endless pies-in-the-sky. If they want serious feedback, they gotta show some respect for their readers first.
Mike K,
Yes, most important to humans are his well being and the welfare of his family and society in general. The reward that people inherently seek is image; it is respect and reverence from their community.
Today, we live in a materialistic society. Material wealth is a status symbol. Currently in the USA, wealth directly symbolizes competence, power, and intelligence. In a way of life without money, we will all be economically equal (or nearly so; at least poverty will be eliminated). You will not be able to tell a CEO from a janitor by the clothes they wear or by the cars they drive or by the homes they live in. The aristocracy in a way of life without money will be those who contribute the most to society in the way of achievement, leadership & ideas. They will be held in our esteem.
Perhaps for the first time in history, we, as a nation and as a people, have the ability to conduct our internal economic affairs without the need to use money. We have the necessary democratic government, we have the abundant resources, we have the educational facilities and also the technical knowledge to do so. In light of what is happening in our economy today, should we not, at least, explore this possibility?
The true business of people should be to go back to school and think about whatever it was they were thinking about before somebody came along and told them they had to earn a living.
~Elizabeth Barlow
Plowboy on May 16, 2012
O.K. John, it’s a slow day. What, exactly, do you propose as a medium of exchange for goods and services outside of the immediate vicinity of the consumer?
Your alternate system might work (and has worked) on a micro-local level in a community that has all the required commodities at hand, but widen the scope of that to the scale of a country this large, and I predict all you are going to have is a system of money by another name if you want to get anything done. So, enlighten me if you can.
(As for Speth, yeah: I WILL not waste my time)
Plowboy,
In many respects, our economy will be the same. Our free enterprise system will remain in place as it is today; but no money will be exchanged. Profit will no longer be a factor and cooperation will replace competition. Government, industry and the people will work together as a team toward common goals.
The best way to motivate people is to allow them to do the work they love to do. One of the goals of a way of life without money is to provide everyone with the opportunity to find a match between their abilities and the opportunity to serve society. If training is necessary, a free education is provided. Every effort will be made for each individual to find the work they love doing. There will be no pressure. I believe everyone has an ability or talent they want to use for the benefit of society.
Yes, if everyone is free to do their “thing”, how can we satisfy the labor needs of our country particularly if shortages exist in various occupations? However, it takes only a small percentage of our work force to provide the necessities and luxuries for the now over 300 million Americans and that percentage is constantly decreasing due to automation and advances in technology.
There are people who love to farm. There are people who love manufacturing products. There are people who love being storekeepers and being behind a counter to serve people. There are people who love to bake. There are people who love being carpenters, plumbers, mechanics, farmers and yes, even janitors. There will be people who love bringing the necessities and luxuries to your local store so you can help yourself.
Nice vision but so far away from present day reality.
How do we get from here to there? What integrated equations might offer insight into a path without unintended consequences?
What analysis might move us beyond ‘data’ to synthesis, integration and wisdom? Where are the shoulders upon which our solutions can be based? What have we learned from history and past management that can instruct us what not to do while projecting forward toward real solutions?
Never before has Einstein’s statement, ‘you can’t solve a problem with the same thinking that created it’ ring true as it does today.
We have yet to value basic Eco-system services we take for granted and trash in equal measure, thinking about restoration as a disconnected consequence of past management.
If we could learn anything from Biosphere 2 we might act entirely different than we presently do. The fact Universities perpetuate the myths is commensurate with the amenities. Culture trumps environmentalism.
Transitions ahead with be difficult and arduous. Capturing cheap ‘energy slaves’ in the forms of petroleum products have transformed the earth into it’s tome.
Had we understood heaven isn’t in the clouds but right here on this once garden planet; we might have found reverence.
Pogowasright,
The transition from our present economic system to a way of life without money is far beyond my feeble mind; but I do know the first step is to bring the literally fantastic advantages of a way of life to the attention of the American people.
Yes, the administration of a way of life without money is a huge problem. As proposed in my essay, a web of “economic bodies” would be created; one for the federal, one for each state and one for each local level. These economic bodies will coordinate the economic traffic in our nation. They will interact with each other as much as modern technology will allow. A balance of supply and demand will be achieved taking every conceivable factor into consideration including CONSERVATION and our ENVIRONMENT as well as the needs of the people and their craving for luxuries.
In short, these economic bodies will be coordinating what is now our free enterprise system to fulfill the economic needs of our nation.
I am reminded of a quote by Lloyd Irland of Yale when he said, ‘ The free market is indeed free. Its free of responsibility and accountability. Owners are free to ignore the future, free to act in ways that generate short term gains for themselves and push long term costs onto other people, the environment and the future.
Capitalistic Economics is a con game.
John, I’ve just got one question for you:
What if nobody “loves” to maintain sanitary sewers? (Taking a leap here, but I’m predicting that there is a large contingency of folks who are doing things ONLY because it pays the bills)Hey, I “love” to sit and whittle sticks. Can I expect to have all my other material needs met while doing that? (o.k….two questions)
If this is your grand design for reengineering the capitalist paradigm, I think the banksters can sleep safely. Seriously dude, my 7 y.o. can stretch further than this.
Yes, there is very likely to be a shortage of people volunteering to do the more menial tasks. One option is to offer “perks”. A perk can be of various forms such as front row season tickets to the opera or to his or her favorite sports team. Can you imagine an NBA basketball game where the celebrities are sitting in the back rows while the dishwashers and janitors are at courtside? (My apologies to Spike Lee & Jack Nicholson!) Or the perk could be the latest model boat or sports car which would not be immediately available to the public. Another option is to draft everyone once in their lifetime, to do a half year or so stint at a menial task. Perhaps a humbling experience is in order for all of us. It might serve us well in the area of character building.
Friends — Current discussants might be interested in Charles Eisenstein’s ideas on sacred economics: http://charleseisenstein.net/ Also out of the box but more grounded, search for Riane Eisler and her book The Real Wealth of Nations.
My own ideas about a new economics do not find the use of money to be the real problem. Where trouble arises is how we use money.
Some new rules would include:
All persons are guaranteed an equal basic income that covers all basic living expenses.
No person would be allowed to earn a yearly income greater than twice the basic income.
All basic resources such as oil, forests, minerals would be owned and administered by the state.
No person could accumulate or cause to be accumulated capital in money beyond a small amount.
Upon dying, a person’s remaining money would go into the general state funds.
Now all of this goes so much against the current understandings and practices of most people, that a large problem arises as to how such a vast change could be implemented and managed by people such as we are now in our motivations and conditionings. That’s the crux of our problems: For any proposed radical change to be adopted and properly carried forward, people have to evolve into agents capable of understanding and implementing new ways of thinking and behaving. Pogo was right! Only better people can make a better world. There exist proven ways to birth these transformed people; what is lacking now is the understanding of our situation, and the will to do what is necessary to transform ourselves into the people who can transform our world. This is a critical juncture that all intelligent life forms reaching a relatively advanced level need to solve in order to progress to further levels.
We are at a place in our evolutionary history where either we pass this initiatory challenge, or we will destroy ourselves, and cut off this promising line on Earth of possible participation in the ongoing cosmic process of higher consciousness evolution. Those who fail to meet the basic requirements for sharing in the higher stages of this adventure should understand that their continued presence at these advanced levels of knowledge and power would constitute a threat and hindrance to those who have demonstrated trustworthiness to go further. Thus, if intelligent life of some complexity were to terminate on Earth it would serve the higher good of the whole. As tragic as that would be, it would be an even greater cosmic tragedy if beings such as we are demonstrating ourselves to be should continue on to infect and potentially derail the development of millions of qualified worlds.
All I can say to that John is, well, nothing. I’m speechless. Thanks for explaining your idea to me.
Don’t listen to anyone who uses “genus” as a verb, would be my advice. What the..?
Thanks for our ever vigilant Orion moderators for deleting those previous entries….spammed no more!
My surmise with regard to the three previous posts is that some young souls find it amusing to concoct word soup, and post it here as a prank. Freedom sometimes gives birth to strange progeny….
Nuff said. Better to avoid troll feeding.
Hm… some are sales trolls… the brief ones. The other person seems to be some sort of a primitive hacker. Hacking via clutter? Seems like Orion needs to update its anti-spam efforts.
Pogowasright — You ask: “How do we get from here to there? What integrated equations might offer insight into a path without unintended consequences?
What analysis might move us beyond ‘data’ to synthesis, integration and wisdom?â€
Equations and analysis will never give us what we need to solve the world’s severe problems. Indeed, the overuse and misuse of these limited tools is part of our difficulties. As Ouspensky said on coming out from a nitrous experience, “Think in other categories!â€
Wisdom fortunately is not limited to our narrow categories. We are in a position now where only higher forms of knowing will avail. To seriously ask for and become attuned to sources of guidance beyond our present level of intelligence is now imperative. The means to accomplish this exist. However, in this age of almost universal ignorance and uninformed skepticism regarding such endeavors, it is likely we will proceed to our doom wrapped tightly in our hubris and ignorant of the real sources of help that might save us. To begin to grasp that it is the very nature of our present level of consciousness that is at the heart of all our suffering, is to turn in the direction of real solutions. The Delphic inscription: Know Thyself was an ancient pointer in that direction. In an age obsessed with outward things and perspectives, however, that hint seems empty and meaningless. Those who the gods would destroy they first render mad — with the blindness of hubris.
That reminds me.
Those who the gods would destroy they first render hopping mad. 😀
Rowland Lane Anderson on June 2, 2012
Indeed, there is the predictable denial prevailing. Perhaps we need to consult those familiar with the awakening to reality?:
http://www.hopedance.org/home/soul-news/413
mike k on June 3, 2012
Rowland — Thanks for the link. A very good analysis of the stages of awakening. In Greek tragedy the hero sleepwalks to his doom, unaware that the cause of his downfall is within himself. No wonder Freud used these plays to explain the power of the unconscious to determine our fate. Those things of which we are conscious, we may be able to control. The things we are unconscious of control us.
S E Salmony on June 9, 2012
This situation is no longer deniable. Sleepwalking to catastrophe is no longer an option. During my lifetime, many have understood the Global Predicament we are having to confront now, but only a few ‘voices in the wilderness’ were willing to speak out loudly and clearly about what everyone can see. It is not a pretty sight. The human community has precipitated a planetary emergency that only humankind is capable of undoing. The present ‘Unsustainable Path’ has to be abandoned in favor of a “road less travelled byâ€. It is late; there is no time left to waste. Perhaps now we will gather our remarkably abundant, distinctly human resources and respond ably to the daunting, human-induced, global challenges before us, the ones that threaten life as we know it and the integrity of Earth as a fit place for human habitation. Many voices, many more voices are needed for making necessary changes.
David M on June 9, 2012
We don’t need to get into complicated thinking or develop some difficult arcane philosophy. We just need a simple measurement that tells us when things are getting steadily better.
That measurement would be:
MORE TREES, LESS PEOPLE!
mike k on June 10, 2012
David — It is an interesting index, perhaps a bit redundant — if there are less people there will inevitably be more trees. However the problem remains how to persuade people to reproduce less. Because the vast majority are victims of a cultural spell, it will be very difficult to awaken them to the rapidly unfolding doom bearing down on us all, in order to motivate them to alter course. Remember the inhabitants of Easter Island ritually destroying the last Tree. There are none so blind as those who will not see.
David M on June 10, 2012
“Cultural spell” is an interesting expression, a sort of Merlinesque view of social obsessions. Another way of looking at things is social addictions. I’ve noticed how certain thinking patterns tend to mirror chemical addictions right down to hysterical withdrawal symptoms. Cults and conspiracy theories are built on them. The addictive crossover moment used to have a term for it – snapping. We’ve got a lot of snap victims. I was one and believe me breaking out of that can be very painful.
Maybe that’s why I like to keep things bumper sticker simple. From that position it’s hard to be diverted and mentally messed with.
As far as trees being redundant, I don’t think so. Some folks want more space to control and build bigger power, luxury, status, religious, security symbols to satisfy their unquenchable egos. Think pyramids. I’d say more trees is a vital counter weight to that.
As far as influencing people in good ways, what can you do but put tools out there for them to grab on to when crisis faces them. How do you change folks otherwise?
Sorry, didn’t mean to double up at the end of my last post.
S E Salmony on June 13, 2012
“If we agree to “think globally†about climate destabillization and at least one of its consensually validated principal agencies, it becomes evident that riveting attention on more and more seemingly perpetual GROWTH could be a grave mistake because we are denying how economic and population growth in the communities in which we live cannot continue as it has until now. Each village’s resources are being dissipated, each town’s environment degraded and every city’s fitness as place for our children to inhabit is being threatened. To proclaim something like, ‘the meat of any community plan for the future is, of course, growth’ fails to acknowledge that many villages, towns and cities are already ‘built out’, and also ‘filled in’ with people and pollutants. If the quality of life we enjoy now is to be maintained for the children, then limits on economic and population growth will have to be set. By so doing, we choose to “act locally” and sustainably.
More economic and population growth are soon to become no longer sustainable in many too many places on the surface of Earth because biological constraints and physical limitations are immutably imposed upon ever increasing human consumption, production and population activities of people in many communities where most of us reside. Inasmuch as the Earth is finite with frangible environs, there comes a point at which GROWTH is unsustainable. There is much work to done locally. But that effort cannot reasonably begin without sensibly limiting economic and population growth.
Problems worldwide that are derived from conspicuous overconsumption and rapacious plundering of limited resources, rampant overproduction of unnecessary stuff, and rapid human overpopulation of the Earth can be solved by human thought, judgment and action. After all, the things we have done can be undone. Think of it as ‘the great unwinding of human folly’. Like deconstructing the Tower of Babel. Any species that gives itself the moniker, Homo sapiens sapiens, can do that much, can it not?
“We face a wide-open opportunity to break with the old ways of doing the town’s business…..†That is a true statement. But the necessary “break with the old ways†of continous economic and population growth is not what is occurring. There is a call for a break with the old ways, but the required changes in behavior are not what is being proposed as we plan for the future. What is being proposed and continues to occur is more of the same, old business-as-usual overconsumption, overproduction and overpopulation activities, the very activities that appear to be growing unsustainbly. More business-as-usual could soon become patently unsustainable, both locally and globally. A finite planet with the size, composition and environs of the Earth and a community with the boundaries, limited resources and wondrous climate of villages, towns and cities where we live may not be able to sustain much longer the economic and population growth that is occurring on our watch. Perhaps necessary changes away from UNSUSTAINABLE GROWTH and toward sustainable lifestyles and right-sized corporate enterprises are in the offing.
Think globally while there is still time and act locally before it is too late for human action to make any difference in the clear and presently dangerous course of unfolding human-induced ecological events, both in our planetary home and in our villages, towns and cities. If we choose to review the perspective of a ‘marketwatcher’ who can see what is actually before our eyes, perhaps all of us can get a little more reality-oriented to the world we inhabit and a less deceived by an attractive, flawed ideology that is highly touted and widely shared but evidently illusory and patently unsustainable.
http://www.marketwatch.com/Story/story/print?guid=5690DE5A-B033-11E1-AB8D-002128049AD6
Thinking globally, acting locally and defining sustainability
http://normantranscript.com/opinion/x1915499482/Seek-true-sustainability-over-growth Â
The Norman Transcript
NORMAN – Editor, The Transcript:
My opinion is that the current global recession will not end until human societies change. Very difficult, given the nature of political systems and the human condition.
Global human population tripled during the 20th century and is currently near 7 billion. Human population diminishes the planetary resource base, increases demand and prices, and is a cause of the present global recession. Nevertheless, global human population is presently increasing by about 80 million annually. Norman and the United States as a whole have contributed. The U.S. human population quadrupled during the 20th century and continues to increase today. Norman’s population was about 27,000 in 1950, 52,000 in 1970, 97,000 in 2000, and was 111,000 in 2010.
None of this population increase seems enough for Chambers of Commerce in Norman, in Oklahoma, and across our land. In The Norman Transcript on June 19th, John Woods, current chair of the Norman C of C, called for us to “build a community of economic success, strong quality of life amenities that attract the next generation of young professionals and families to help fund the critical components of our city that we all care about. We need to begin a dialogue…” This letter is an effort to contribute to that dialogue. My view is that we already have the above listed attributes in Norman and that CofCs call for more growth is detrimental.
One of our City Councilors recently said to me, “If you don’t grow, you rot.” This reminds of another local issue, NEDA, which is treated here only by implication. In my opinion, the City Councilor’s opinion is true only for cultural growth. Human numbers and society are past the point that physical growth becomes detrimental. Furthermore, all forms of physical growth are not sustainable, though often so-called. Malthus spoke more than a century ago to an imbalance between population growth and food supply, an imbalance detrimental to human welfare. Forty-five years ago, Paul Ehrlich wrote The Population Bomb, and Hardin published a collection of numerous papers with dire predictions. These authors were not mistaken, but they were premature because they did not and could not anticipate effects of burgeoning technology, which has greatly facilitated extraction of resources.
Technology does not contradict science; technology is science in application. The increased rate of resource extraction and still rising human populations are grave threats to future human welfare. But, what can we do? What should we do?
One action that should be helpful would be for CofCs to renounce population growth as an appropriate objective and to devote their intelligence and efforts to formulation of a healthful alternate paradigm of true sustainability.
Edwin Kessler
vera on June 30, 2012
Grandstanding by Salmony, unchecked.
Whatever’s happened to once vibrant,energizing Orion discussions? And Jensen’s essays no longer available… sad.
Vera, Derrick’s essay is in the May/June issue as usual. Steve S. has some good ideas. There are those of us who enjoy hearing them. As to folks staying out of the reader’s comments — I dunno. I hope the swallows will come back when their inner guidance calls them to do so. Like so many things, one can keep praying and wait, or just wait, or quit waiting and do something else…
vera on July 2, 2012
Mike, I meant that the Jensen essays are no longer available online, and up for discussion. Am I missing something?
Salmony goes on and on with his interminable prepared speeches, and clogs up the forum. I think it turns people away. I did not say that he never has anything useful to say.
Dunno also. My sense has been that something had changed; that feisty energy that used to draw me here is not in the evidence any more, more or less…
mike k on July 5, 2012
Vera — Derrick’s latest is up on Orion, along with my #1 comment. Wade in, the water’s fine!
S E Salmony on July 6, 2012
What we know about evolution would lead sensible people to conclude that there is nothing or precious little that can be done to change the human ‘trajectory’. So powerful is the force of evolution that we will “do what comes naturally†by continuing to overpopulate the planet and await the next phase of the evolutionary process. Even so, still hope resides within that somehow humankind will make use of its singular intelligence and other unique attributes so as to escape the fate that appears ‘as if through a glass darkly’ in the offing, the seemingly certain fate evolution appears to have in store for us. Come what may. In the face of all that we can see now and here, I continue to believe and to hope that we find adequate ways of consciously, deliberately and effectively doing the right things, according the lights and knowledge we possess, the things which serve to confront and overcome the ‘evolutionary trend’ which seems so irresistible.
Steve — I agree, hope is possible because none among us can know the future with certainty. And hope is a more productive energy to move with if one is seeking positive solutions. Hope is not certainty, but it is an optimistic attitude toward unknown possibilities. If we lose hope, we shut the door to unexpected intuitions and new blessings.
Just want to express my appreciation for your perspective and presence.
Thanks Steve — I always learn from your sharings, and admire your persistence in trying to get the truth out about our population problems.
Peter on July 24, 2012
You wish for an all-powerful central government that controls every human activity with perfect alignment to your values.
What you will inevitably get is an all-powerful central government whose power is matched by its corruption and self-interest. The proof exists today — do you really believe that giving them more power will improve anything?
john lawrence on October 17, 2012
Hi Gus, congratulations on taking this visionary and optimistic perspective… follows on to several vibrant discusssions in various UN fora… and in line with the new Global Monitoring UNESCO report on Education for All just out …
thanks for intellectual leadership here,
best wishes, John
Darren on November 10, 2012
Let’s please get our semantics correct.
There is no such country as “America”.
The term America refers to continents, not to a country. Using the term America in place of the proper term, The United States of America, devalues all other people in both North & South America.
if we fail to get our language and semantics correct, we have virtually no hope at any sort of enlightened change. Psychological foundations come first.
David van Slyck on December 10, 2012
You readers realize, of course, that Speth is peddling socialism, but is using smooth language so as not to upset the naive and uninitiated.
The problem is not markets or even corporations. It is government screwing up the place. Through government we all get a “say” in things, but then government forces those of us who don’t agree with the majority to behave with way the majority wants.
Freedom from government and coercion is better. Corporations may not be the best invention ever, but when did Apple ever throw anyone in jail? When did IBM start a war?
My wife grew up in the USSR. She hated socialism. Speth is just trying to sell an updated version of socialism/fascism, which are two sides of the same coin.
mike k on December 10, 2012
There is nothing that resonates better in the brainwashed heads of our zombie populace than: SOCIALISM BAD CAPITALISM GOOD!
greg gerritt on January 4, 2013
Since we shave already reached the end of economic growth for anyone except the 1% I like what Speth has written, but it does not go far enough in exploring how radically the economy must change
Roger Doudna on January 22, 2013
Having only just read this piece, I am struck by the extent to which it’s congruent with may of the themes in Obama’s second Inaugural – especially the paragraph on climate change.
It seems to me we have a real opportunity to enact key features of Speth’s vision now simply by actively supporting the progressive aspirations signalled by Obama in his second term. What better time and way than to just get busy, and maintain the pressure for reform?
Dave Strater on March 17, 2013
I agree whole heartedly with what you have to say, and yes we did drop the ball on these issues in the 60’s & 70’s.
Another issue might be is a theory of mine. That of the earths engine. What are the consequences of removing the fuel from the ground that keeps the earth heated. I have an idea of what if, do you?
hal on December 27, 2013
two edges to a sword. gilda radner of SNL famously said, “it’s always something”.
any perceived change, progress, or regression reflects choice, yes, but is trumped in the end by the over-riding joker that is life itself.
ennui, entropy, compression, depression, degradation will always likely be mirrored and shadowed by beginings, enlightenment, birth, and above all the abiding king and queen of life itself, move manifest.
we gotta die and as michael crichton said, “life finds a way” so we are all in this literally together whether it is liked or not.
is the poor person really sad? is the rich person really happy? what say you?
i say life is perfect each and every second in and with the so-called imperfections. life itself and the entire infinite and eternal space beyond our known universe stands perfectly balanced at the juxtaposition of these two pillars, life and death, proton and electron, good bacteria bad bacteria. get a flu shot and preach on brother.
Mariposa on September 25, 2014
Plant trees! Was the comment where I finally felt reality. Join and support organizations planting trees all over our planet. One I like is Treesisters.org
Also, plant milkweed for the Monarchs, you can do it in your backyard or patio or windowsill. Every green plant, a breath, an inspiration!
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Justia Patents Mono Ethylene DiaminesUS Patent for Aminoethylation process for production of substituted ethylene diamines Patent (Patent # 5,491,263)
Aminoethylation process for production of substituted ethylene diamines
Dec 21, 1993 - The Dow Chemical Company
A process is disclosed for producing a substituted ethylenediamine, the process comprising reacting an oxazolidinone with a secondary amine or an alkanolamine. The process includes, in one aspect, reacting precursors of the oxazolidinone in situ.
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This invention is directed to aminoethylation processes for producing substituted ethylene diamines; in one aspect, substituted ethylenediamines are produced by reacting oxazolidinones (also called oxazolidones) or their precursors with secondary amines or alkanolamines.
2. Description of Related Art
Prior art methods for producing ethylenediamines employ relatively expensive starting materials and result in a variety of by-products. In one typical prior art process ethylene amines are continuously produced by reacting ammonia with ethylenedichloride. Neutralization with sodium hydroxide follows, producing amines and salt. Salt separation yields a mixture of amines, water and unreacted ammonia. Distillation of the mixture produces a variety of products in the ethyleneamine family, including: ethylenediamine (EDA), diethylenetriamine (DETA), triethylenetetramine (TETA), tetraethylenepentamine (TEPA), pentaethylenehexamine (PEHA), Ethyleneamine E-100, piperazineamine mix, aminoethylpiperazine (AEP), and aminoethylethanolamine (AEEA).
The prior art discloses the reaction of hydrochloric acid with 2-oxazolidinone to produce 2-chloro-ethyleneamine hydrochloride and carbon dioxide. In another known reaction, aziridine and aziridine salts react with hydrochloric acid to produce ethylenediamines (see Scheme 1); however, evidence of toxic and carcinogenic properties of these reagents severely limit their use. In various prior art processes, amines (primary, aliphatic, aromatic) reacted with oxazolidinones to produce substituted ureas. ##STR1##
Although electrophiles such as carboxylic and sulfonic acids or carboxylic acid chlorides can undergo decarboxylative ring opening at the C-5 position of 2-oxazolidinone to produce substituted ethylenediamines (see equations 1 and 2), more recent prior art work has shown that aniline salts and thiophenols also produce substituted ethylenediamines. For example, aniline hydrochloride salts reacted with various 2-oxazolidinone to give the ethylenediamines shown in equation 2. ##STR2## No ring opening reaction occurred in the prior art process using either 4,4-dimethyl-2-oxazolidinone (1, below) or 5-ethyl-2-oxazolidinone (2, below) with aniline hydrochloride. ##STR3##
It has been shown that the reaction of oxazolidinones with aliphatic or aromatic amines affords N-(2-hydroxyethyl)ureas (3, below) and imidazolidinones (4, below) via attack at the C-2 ring carbonyl position of the oxazolidinone (see equation 3). Imidazolidinones are obtained by dehydration of the urea due to the higher temperatures required for the reaction of aromatic amines with the oxazolidinone. ##STR4##
According to certain prior art, aliphatic amines and hydrochloride salts of aliphatic amines do not ring open oxazolidinones to yield ethylenediamines. For example, the reaction of 2-oxazolidinone with n-BuNH.sub.2 .multidot.HCl in 2-(2-methoxyethoxy)ethanol at 160.degree. C. failed to give any diamine product after 12 hours. Starting amine and oxazolidinone were recovered unchanged. The prior art explanation is that the reluctance of aliphatic amine salts to promote ring opening is due to their being less acidic than aromatic amine salts (pKa's of 5 for aromatic vs. pKa's of 10 for aliphatic amine salts; "pKa" is the pH at the half-neutralization point when the amine is reacted with acid; it is the logarithm of the amine protonation equilibrium reaction constant) and therefore are not strong enough acids to initiate the reaction. The prior art teaches than the degradation of diethanolamine with carbon dioxide is kinetically consistent with an oxazolidinone intermediate mechanism and discloses that N-(2-hydroxyethyl)oxasolidinone (HEOD) is involved in the formation of N,N,N'-tris(2-hydroxyethyl)- ethylenediamine (THEED) when diethanolamine (a secondary alkanolamine) is reacted with HEOD in the presence of carbon dioxide.
SUMMARY OF THE PRESENT INVENTION
The present invention, in one aspect, discloses a process for producing substituted ethylenediamines by reacting oxazolidinones or their precursors with alkanolamines or secondary amines. The substituted ethylenediamines include (but are not limited to) EDA, DETA, TETA, TEPA, PEHA, E-100, and piperazine. The oxazolidinones include (but are not limited to) 3-methyl-2-oxazolidinone, 3-phenyl-2-oxazolidinone, 3-(2-hydroxypropyl-5-methyl-2oxazolidinone), 3-(2-hydroxy ethyl)-2-oxazolidinone and 2-oxazolidone. The alkanolamines include but are not limited to diethanolamine, monomethylethanolamine and diisopropanolamine. The secondary amines include but are not limited to aminoethylpiperazine. In certain embodiments a reaction according to this invention is conducted with an excess of alkanolamine or secondary amine producing ethyleneamine, a secondary alkanolamine, which reacts further to give higher molecular weight ethylenediamines. In certain preferred embodiments the reaction is conducted at a temperature between twenty degrees Centigrade and about two hundred and eighty degrees Centigrade; more preferably between about ninety and about two hundred and ten degrees Centigrade; and most preferably between about one hundred twenty and about one hundred eighty degrees Centigrade.
The ring opening reactions of 2-oxazolidinones with secondary aliphatic alkanolamines or secondary amines proceeds smoothly producing a substituted ethylenediamine derivative. Ethylenediamines (R.sup.1 R.sup.2 NCH.sub.2 CH.sub.2 NHR.sup.3 where R.sup.1 =alkyl, R.sup.2 =alkyl or 2-hydroxyethyl and R.sup.3 =alkyl or H) are formed in high yields when the oxazolidinone and excess secondary alkanolamine or amine are heated to between about 150 degrees Centigrade and about 225 degrees Centigrade. The reaction appears to be catalyzed by small amounts of hydrochloric acid.
Compared to other methods of producing substituted ethylenediamines, this method, in certain embodiments, uses inexpensive starting materials (especially if precursors such as (but not limited to) urea or dialkylcarbonates are used to generate the oxazolidinone, Preferably in situ) and produces only carbon dioxide as a by-product.
Potential uses of these substituted ethylenediamines include, but are not limited to, acid gas (carbon dioxide and hydrogen sulfide) treating solvents, surfactant intermediates and metal working fluid additives.
In one embodiment the present invention discloses a process for the preparation of 1,2-ethanediamine compounds which includes contacting a 2-oxazolidinone with an aliphatic secondary amine or an aliphatic secondary alkanolamine, under conditions such that a 1,2-ethanediamine is produced; such a process wherein the 2-oxazolidinone corresponds to the formula ##STR5## wherein R' is separately in each occurrence hydrogen, C6-20 aryl, C7-20 aralkyl, C1-20 hydrocarbyl or C1-20 hydroxyhydrocarbyl; and R.sup.2 is separately in each occurance hydrogen or C1-20 hydrocarbyl; such a process wherein R' is hydrogen, C1-20 alkyl or C1-20 hydroxyalkyl; such a process wherein R' is hydrogen, C1-10 alkyl, C6-20 aryl, C7-20 aralkyl or C1-10 hydroxyalkyl; such a process wherein R' is hydrogen, phenyl, methyl, ethyl or 2-hydroxyethyl; such a process wherein R.sup.2 is separately in each occurance hydrogen, C1-20 alkyl, C1-20 alkenyl, C6-20 aryl or C7-20 aralkyl; such a process wherein R.sup.2 is hydrogen; such a process wherein the 2-oxazolidinone is 3-methyl-2-oxazolidinone, 3-phenyl-2-oxazolidinone, 3-(2-hydroxypropyl-5-methyl-2-oxazolidinone, 3-2-hydroxyethyl-2-oxazolidinone or 2-oxazolidone, or the like; such a process wherein the aliphatic secondary alkanolamine is diethanolamine, monomethylethanolamine or diisopropanolamine, or the like; and/or such a process wherein the aliphatic secondary amine is of the formula R.sup.3 R.sup.4 NH wherein R.sup.3 and R.sup.4 are separately in each occurrence a C1-20 alkyl or C1-20 aralkyl or is a polyethylenepolyamine in which the amine beta to the secondary amine is a tertiary amine such as occurs in aminoethyl-piperazine, or the like.
It is, therefore, an object of at least certain preferred embodiments of the present invention to provide:
New, useful, unique, efficient, nonobvious devices and methods for producing substituted ethylenediamines;
Such processes in which oxazolidinones (or their precursors) are reacted with secondary amines or alkanolamines;
Such processes in which a reaction temperature is maintained between about twenty and about two hundred degrees Centigrade; and most preferably between about one hundred twenty and about one hundred eighty degrees centigrade;
Such processes in which an excess of secondary amine or alkanolamine is used;
Such processes which produce only carbon dioxide as a byproduct; and
Such processes which employ an acid catalyst, e.g. hydrochloric acid.
Certain embodiments of this invention are not limited to any particular individual feature disclosed here, but include combinations of them distinguished from the prior art in their structures and functions. Features of the invention have been broadly described so that the detailed descriptions that follow may be better understood, and in order that the contributions of this invention to the arts may be better appreciated. There are, of course, additional aspects of the invention described below and which may be included in the subject matter of the claims to this invention. Those skilled in the art who have the benefit of this invention, its teachings, and suggestions will appreciate that the conceptions of this disclosure may be used as a creative basis for designing other structures, methods and systems for carrying out and practicing the present invention. The claims of this invention should be read to include any legally equivalent devices or methods which do not depart from the spirit and scope of the present invention.
The present invention recognizes and addresses the previously mentioned problems and long-felt needs and provides a solution to those problems and a satisfactory meeting of those needs in its various possible embodiments and equivalents thereof. To one of skill in this art who has the benefits of this invention's realizations, teachings, disclosures, and suggestions, other purposes and advantages will be appreciated from the following description of preferred embodiments, given for the purpose of disclosure, when taken in conjunction with the accompanying drawings. The detail in these descriptions is not intended to thwart this patent's object to claim this invention no matter how others may later disguise it by variations in form or additions of further improvements.
DESCRIPTION OF EMBODIMENTS PREFERRED AT THE TIME OF FILING FOR THIS PATENT
Gas chromatography analyses were performed on a HP5890 gas chromatography (upgraded to a Series II) equipped with dual thermal conductivity (TCD) detectors. The column used was a 15m .times.0.53mm .times.1.0 um film thick DB-Wax megabore column (J&W Scientific). Flow rate (Helium) was adjusted to 7.5 psi. Injector was 230.degree. C., detector was 250.degree. C. The temperature program used was 60.degree. C. for 0 min.; then ramp at 15.degree. C./min. to 230.degree. C., and hold for 5 min. A HP7673 autosampler was used for the 1 uL injections with a Helium split flow of 200 mL/min. HP ChemStation 3365 software was used for data acquisition and calculations. Mass spectrophotometric analyses were performed using a HP5890 series II gas chromatograph connected to a HP5971 Mass selective Detector. The column used was a 30m .times.0.25mm .times.0.5 um film thick DB-Wax megabore column (J&W Scientific). Flow rate (Helium) was adjusted to 10 psi. Injector was 230.degree. C. and the transfer line was 240.degree. C. Temperature program used was 60.degree. C. for 1 min.; then ramp at 15.degree. C./min. to 230.degree. C., and hold for 15 min. A HP7673 autosampler was used for the 1 uL injections with a Helium split flow of 100 mL/min. HP-MS ChemStation G1030 software was used for data acquisition and calculations. Samples were analyzed using standards of known purity. Mass spectra of each peak was compared to the Wiley spectral library included with the mass spectroscopy software.
General Method of Preparing Ethylenediamine Derivatives from 2-Oxazolidinone
A general method involved reacting the secondary amine or alkanolamine with the oxazolidinone or in situ generated 2-oxazolidinone ("2-Ox") by reaction of the alkanolamine with urea. The following examples show some of the specific substituted ethyleneamine derivatives produced.
Example 1: Reaction of MMEA with 3-methyl-2-oxazolidinone
15.83g of 3-methyl-2-oxazolidinone (0.1567 moles) and 23.3g monomethylethanolamine (MMEA; 0.3102 moles) were placed in a 50mL 45/50 jointed flask equipped with a nitrogen inlet, mechanical stirrer, water condenser, nitrogen outlet to a mineral bubbler and thermocouple probe connected to a Cole Parmer Versatherm Temperature Controller. The temperature was rapidly (10 min.) brought to 115.degree. C. Carbon dioxide evolution was apparent at this temperature. The solution was then heated to reflux (160.degree. C.) for a total of about 5 hours. Gas chromatography (TCD area counts based on starting 3-methyl-2-oxazolidinone) showed the mixture to contain 67.9% DMH (5), 23.4% trimer (6), 2.7% tetramer (7) and 6.0% 3-methyl-2-oxazolidinone. (See eq. 4 for structures).
Example 2: Reaction of DEA with 3-methyl-2-oxazolidinone
15.16g of 3-methyl-2-oxazolidinone (0.1499 moles) and 62.57g diethanolamine (DEA; 0.595 moles) were placed in a 100mL 45/50 jointed flask equipped with a nitrogen inlet, mechanical stirrer, water condenser, nitrogen outlet to a mineral bubbler and thermocouple probe connected to a Cole Parmer Versatherm Temperature Controller. The temperature was rapidly (15 min.) brought to 90.degree. C. Carbon dioxide evolution was apparent at this temperature. The solution was then heated to 140.degree. C. for a total of about 5 hours. GC (TCD area counts based on starting 3-methyl-2-oxazolidinone) showed the mixture to contain 64.6% of entry 7 (Table 1) and 35.4% entry 11 (Table 1; see Eq. 9 for structures).
Example 3: Reaction of HEOD with MMEA
15.71g of 3-(2-hydroxyethyl)-2-oxazolidinone (HEOD; 0.1567 moles) and 51.49g monomethylethanolamine (MMEA; 0.6855 moles) were placed in a 100mL 45/50 jointed flask equipped with a nitrogen inlet, mechanical stirrer, water condenser, nitrogen outlet to a mineral bubbler and thermocouple probe connected to a Cole Parmer Versatherm Temperature Controller. The temperature was slowly (1.5 hr.) brought to 150.degree. C. Carbon dioxide evolution was apparent at this temperature. The solution was then heated at this temperature for a total of about 3 hours. GC (TCD area counts based on starting HEOD) showed the mixture to contain 97.9% N,N' bis(2-hydroxyethyl)-N-methyl ethylenediamine (Entry 8, Table 1; see Eq. 8 for structures).
Example 4: Preparation of Tris (2-hydroxyethyl) ethylenediamine (THEED)
12.4g of 3-(2-hydroxyethyl)-2-oxazolidinone (HEOD; 0.0947 moles) and 51.1g diethanolamine (DEA; 0.487 moles) were placed in a 100mL 45/50 jointed flask equipped with a nitrogen inlet, mechanical stirrer, water condenser, nitrogen outlet to a mineral bubbler and thermocouple probe connected to a Cole Parmer Versatherm Temperature Controller. The temperature was rapidly (0.5 hr.) brought to 150.degree. C. Carbon dioxide evolution was apparent at this temperature. The solution was then heated to 200.degree. C. for a total of about 1.5 hours. GC (TCD area counts based on starting HEOD) showed the mixture to contain 94.8% THEED, 3.6% bis (2hydroxyethyl) piperazine (BHEP) and 1.6% starting HEOD (See Eq. 10 for structures).
Example 5: Reaction of MEA & Urea with Aminoethylpiperazine
The reaction of aminoethylpiperazine (AEP; 232 mmoles, (232 millimoles) with monoethylanolamine (MEA; 58 mmoles) and urea (58 mmoles) was performed at 150.degree. C. for 1 hr. and then at 175.degree. C. for an additional hour to remove ammonia with a small nitrogen purge. The mixture was cooled and ammonium chloride acid was added (about 2 mmoles) to catalyze the reaction of the 2-oxazolidinone formed in situ (see equation 9) and the reaction was heated to 225.degree. C. for 5 hours. Analysis of the product showed about 60% bis(aminoethylpiperazine) along with several cyclic ureas. (See Eq. 11 below for structures). ##STR6##
Reaction of MMEA with 3-methyl-2-oxazolidinone (Eg. 1, above)
The reaction of monomethylethanolamine (MMEA) with 3-methyl-2-oxazolidinone produces N,N'-dimethyl-N-(2hydroxyethyl)ethylenediamine (DMH; 5), DMH trimer (6) and DMH tetramer (7) as shown in equation 4. ##STR7##
Gas chromatographic ("GC") and chromatographic/Mass spectroscopy ("GC/MS") retention times of each component are shown in Table 1. Gas chromatographic/mass spectroscopy (EI) (.electron impact) of each compound and GC/MS (chemical ionization, using isobutane) of DMH (5), DMH trimer (6) and DMH tetramet (7) confirmed each structure. When a 2:1 mole ratio of MMEA:3-methyl-2-oxazolidinone was heated, initial carbon dioxide evolution was noted at 115.degree. C. Reflux (160.degree. C.) of the solution for 5 hours produced 67.9% DMH, 23.4% trimer, 2.7% tetramer and 6.0% 3-methyl-2-oxazolidinone (GC yield using area counts by thermal conductivity based on starting oxazolidinone). When a 5:1 mole ratio of MMEA to 3-methyl-2-oxazolidinone was refluxed using 0.1g ammonium chloride, 780ppm parts per million chloride as catalyst, it was observed that some carbon dioxide evolution occurred at 60.degree. C. and that vigorous carbon dioxide evolution occurred at 120.degree. C. At 90.degree. C., the amount of DMH detected was 7.8 wt. %. After heating at 140.degree. C. for 2.5 hours, the final sample contained 84.9% DMH, 7.8% trimer, 0% tetramer and 7.3% 3-methyl-2-oxazolidinone. Without being bound to any particular theory or explanation, it appears that hydrochloric acid catalyzes the reaction apparently by protonation of the carbonyl oxygen in the oxazolidinone. This makes it more readily attacked by the amine nucleophile.
Entry GC/
# Compound GC.sup.a
MS.sup.a
1 Monomethyl ethanolamine (MMEA)
1.8 6.6
2 N,N'-dimethyl-N-(2 hydroxyethyl)
4.5 10.2
ethylenediamine (DMH)
3 3-methyl-2-oxazolidinone
4 DMH trimer 6.9 13.2
5 Diethanolamine (DEA) 7.9 13.8
6 DMH tetramer 9.4 17.0
7 DEA + 3-Me-2-Ox reaction product
(dimer)
8 MMEA + HEOD reaction product
9 2-Oxazolidone (2-Ox) 9.8 18.0
10 Bis-hydroxyethyl piperazine (BHEP)
11 DEA + 3-Me-2-Ox reaction product
11.1 23.4
(trimer)
12 Hydroxyethyl-2- oxazolidinone (HEOD)
13 Tris (2-hydroxyethyl) ethylenediamine
(THEED)
.sup.a Retention time in minutes
Example 6: Reaction of MMEA with Urea to Make DMH
A one-pot synthesis of DMH was performed using 10.79g urea (0.1792 moles) and 80.94g MMEA (1.078 moles) and heating this mixture for about 2.5 hours. It was expected that urea would react with MMEA to form the oxazolidinone in situ and that further heating would generate DMH in one pot (see equation 5). It was observed that vigorous carbon dioxide gas evolution did occur at 100.degree. C. and that 3-methyl-2-oxazolidinone and DMH were formed by GC analysis. The final product contained 34.5% DMH by GC based on starting urea. The reaction of beta-aminoalcohols with phosgene, dialkyl carbonates, urea, carbon monoxide and carbon dioxide, both with antimony catalyst and without catalyst are well known methods of producing 2-oxazolidinones. ##STR8##
Known methods for producing DMH
DMH was prepared in 44% yield from MMEA and 2-chloroethylmethylamine hydrochloride (see equation 6) or from N,N-dimethylethylenediamine and ethylene oxide in 68% yield (see equation 7). ##STR9##
Reaction of MMEA and HEOD (Eg. 3, above)
The reaction of MMEA and 3-(2-hydroxyethyl)-2-oxazolidinone (HEOD) proceeded smoothly and resulted in a 97.9% GC yield (based on starting HEOD) as shown in equation 8. Carbon dioxide evolution was apparent at 150.degree. C. GC and GC/MS retention times of known purity standards of starting materials and product are shown in Table 1. GC/MS of the product confirmed the structure of the product as N,N'-bis (2-hydroxyethyl )-N-methyl-ethylenediamine. ##STR10##
Reaction of DEA with 3-methyl-2-oxazolidinone (Eg. 2, above)
The reaction of diethanolamine (DEA; 0.60 moles) with 3-methyl-2-oxazolidinone (0.15 moles) gave dimer and trimer addition products in almost 2:1GC ratio with complete conversion (by GC) of the starting oxazolidinone (see equation 9). Vigorous carbon dioxide evolution was observed at 125.degree. C. The reaction was complete in 5 hours total. GC/MS of the dimer and trimer confirmed the structures shown in equation 10. ##STR11##
Reaction of DEA with HEOD (Eg. 4, above)
The reaction of DEA with HEOD proceeded smoothly to give N,N,N'-tris(2-hydroxyethyl)ethylenediamine (THEED) and a small amount of bis(2-hydroxyethyl)-piperazine (BHEP; see equation 10). Vigorous carbon dioxide evolution was observed at 140.degree. C. The reaction was complete in about 2 hours total. GC/MS of BHEP was made by comparison with BHEP obtained from a commercial source and THEED was confirmed by GC/MS spectra as well as by comparison to known GC/MS spectra. ##STR12##
Example 7: Reaction of 3-Phenyl-2-oxazolidinone with MMEA
10.0g of 3-phenyl-2-oxazolidinone (61.3 mmoles) and 55.0g monomethylethanolamine (MMEA;732.3 mmoles) were placed in a 100 ml. reaction flask equipped with a nitrogen inlet, mechanical stirrer, water condenser, nitrogen outlet connected to a mineral bubbler, and thermocouple connected to a Cole Parmer Versatherm Temperature controller. The temperature was quickly raised to 155.degree. C. (30 minutes) and the reaction was stirred at this temperature for 3.5 hours. The final mixture contained 97.6% (by GC) of N-methyl-N-(2-hydroxyethyl)-N-phenyl-ethylenediamine. GC/MS using chemical ionization (isobutane) confirmed the structure to be the ethylenediamine above.
Example 8: Reaction of 3-(2-hydroxypropyl-5-methyl-2-oxazolidinone with MMEA
20.0g of 3-(2-hydroxypropyl-5-methyl-2-oxazolidinone (125.8 mmoles) and 50.1g monomethylethanolamine (MMEA; 667 mmoles) were placed in a 100 ml reaction flask equipped with a nitrogen inlet, mechanical stirrer, water condenser, nitrogen outlet connected to a mineral bubbler, and thermocouple connected to a Cole Parmer Versatherm Temperature Controller. The temperature was quickly raised to 165.degree. C. (30 minutes) and the reaction was stirred at this temperature for 10 hours. The final mixture contained 0.67 weight% (by GC) of N-methyl-N-(2-hydroxyethyl)-N-(2-hydroxypropyl)ethylenediamine. GC/MS using chemical ionization (isobutane) confirmed the structure to be the ethylenediamine above (Formula Weight=190). Ammonium chloride (0.12g, 2.2 mmoles) was added and the reaction was stirred at 165.degree. C. for an additional 43.5 hours. The final mixture contained 6.8 weight % (by GC) of N-methyl-N-(2-hydroxyethyl)-N-(2 -hydroxypropyl)-ethylenediamine.
In conclusion, therefore, it is seen that the present invention and the embodiments disclosed herein and those covered by the appended claims are well adapted to carry out the objectives and obtain the ends set forth. Certain changes can be made in the subject matter described, shown and claimed without departing from the spirit and the scope of this invention. It is realized that changes are possible within the scope of this invention and it is further intended that each element or step recited in any of the following claims is to be understood as referring to all equivalent elements or steps. The following claims are intended to cover the invention as broadly as legally possible in whatever form its principles may be utilized.
1. A process for preparing a 1,2-ethanediamine in a ring opening reaction of an oxazolidinone, the process comprising
contacting an oxazolidinone with an aliphatic secondary amine or an aliphatic secondary alkanolamine to effect reaction of the oxazolidinone with the aliphatic secondary amine or aliphatic secondary alkanolamine for a sufficient time to form a 1,2-ethanediamine.
2. The process of claim 1 wherein the oxazolidinone is a 2-oxazolidinone corresponding to the formula ##STR13## wherein R' is selected from the group consisting of hydrogen, C1-20 hydrocarbyl, C6-20 aryl, C6-20 aralkyl, C1-20 hydroxyhydrocarbyl, C6-20 aralkyl, C1-20 alkyl, C1-20 hydroxyalkyl, C1-10 alkyl, C1-10 hydroxyalkyl, phenyl, methyl, ethyl, and 2-hydroxyethyl and R.sup.2 is selected from the group consisting of hydrogen, C1-20 alkyl, C1-20 alkenyl, C6-20 aryl, C6-20 aralkyl, and C1-20 hydrocarbyl.
3. The process of claim 2 wherein the 2-oxazolidinone is selected from the group consisting of 3-methyl-2-oxazolidinone, 3-phenyl-2-oxazolidinone, 3-(2-hydroxypropyl-5-methyl-2-oxazolidinone), 3-(2-hydroxyethyl)-2-oxazolidinone and 2-oxazolidone, and mixtures thereof.
4. The process of claim 1 wherein the aliphatic secondary alkanolamine is diethanolamine, monomethylethanolamine or diisopropanolamine.
5. The process of claim 1 wherein the aliphatic secondary amine is of the formula R.sup.3 R.sup.4 NH wherein R.sup.3 and R.sup.4 are a C1-20 alkyl or C1-20 aralkyl.
6. The process in claim 1 wherein the process is conducted at a temperature between about 20.degree. C. and 280.degree. C.
8. The process in claim 1 wherein the process is conducted at a temperature between about 120.degree. C. and 180.degree. C.
9. The process of claim 1 wherein an excess of a secondary amine or of a secondary alkanolamine is provided for the process.
10. The process of claim 1 further comprising
reacting precursors of the oxazolidinone to produce the oxazolidinone, then
reacting the oxazolidinone with the secondary amine or the alkanolamine.
11. The process of claim 10 wherein the precursors are reacted in situ.
H1401 January 3, 1995 Campbell
4381401 April 26, 1983 Poindexter
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4444694 April 24, 1984 Hsieh
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5246619 September 21, 1993 Niswander
"The Use of 2-Oxazolidinones as Latent Aziridine Equivalents. 2. Aminoethylation of Aromatic Amines, Phenols, and Thiophenols," Poindexter et al, Journal of Organic Chemistry, pp. 6257-6265 (1993). "Your Ethyleneamines Resource," The Dow Chemical Company, 1991. Nakata et al., Tetrahedron Letters, vol. 32, No. 39, pp. 5363-5366 (1991).
Filed: Dec 21, 1993
Date of Patent: Feb 13, 1996
Assignee: The Dow Chemical Company (Midland, MI)
Inventors: Peter C. Rooney (Lake Jackson, TX), Michael O. Nutt (Lake Jackson, TX)
Primary Examiner: Glennon H. Hollrah
Assistant Examiner: Scott C. Rand
Application Number: 8/171,039
Current U.S. Class: Mono Ethylene Diamines (564/369); The Chalcogen Is Single Bonded To Both Acyclic Carbon And Hydrogen (544/401); Nitrogen Attached Indirectly To The Piperazine Ring By Nonionic Bonding (544/402); Hydroxy, Bonded Directly To Carbon, Or Ether Containing (h Of -oh May Be Replaced By A Substituted Or Unsubstituted Ammonium Ion Or A Group Ia Or Iia Light Metal) (564/503); Polyhydroxy (h Of -oh May Be Replaced By A Substituted Or Unsubstituted Ammonium Ion Or A Group Ia Or Iia Light Metal) (564/506)
International Classification: C07C21110;
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Toobin: Gore's not a great orator, but still a hero to many
CNN Analyst Jeffrey Toobin
Gore is still a hero to many, Toobin says.
Al Gore is a poignant figure for many Democrats. The 2000 election is by now a long time ago, and the memories of the Florida recount are fading for many. But not for everyone.
I just wrote a book about the Supreme Court called The Nine, and I was struck by how fresh the wounds of Bush v. Gore still are for many people.
Watch: Gore: 'We must seize this opportunity'
Justice Antonin Scalia, who voted for Bush, is fond of saying that the losers in that case should "just get over it." Many still haven't.
As we saw today, Al Gore is not a great orator. But he's a hero to many - and many still believe he was robbed in 2000.
Filed under: Democratic National Convention • Jeffrey Toobin
Toobin: Biden gave the 'weakest' of major speeches
Sen. Joe Biden gets a surprise appearance from Sen. Barack Obama Wednesday night.
I thought Joe Biden gave the weakest of the major speeches of this convention.
Watch: 'This is our time,' says Biden
He stumbled through many of the best lines, he didn't have a clear theme, and he didn't deliver any memorable phrases or ideas.
It was a beautiful picture at the end - with the young Barack Obama and the older Biden together with their families. Beau Biden, the senator's son, gave a better introduction than his father gave a speech.
Toobin: Clinton makes good case against McCain
Bill Clinton acknowledges the crowd before speaking at the DNC. (Photo credit: AP)
Sure, Clinton was eloquent, but he also made an important political point that may serve as a guide to his fellow Democrats.
Watch: Bill Clinton's entire speech
John McCain is running as a maverick, someone who has defied the orthodoxy of this party. But look at this passage from Clinton's speech:
"As a Senator, he has shown his independence on several issues. But on the two great questions of this election, how to rebuild the American Dream and how to restore America's leadership in the world, he still embraces the extreme philosophy which has defined his party for more than 25 years, a philosophy we never had a real chance to see in action until 2001."
Watch: Bill Clinton gets tough on McCain
In other words, it's one thing to be a maverick on issues like campaign finance and immigration, but on the issues that matter to most people, McCain is a classic Bush Republican. I don't know if voters will accept this argument, but Clinton, as usual, made a clever and possible case.
Toobin: Giving LBJ recognition
President Lyndon B. Johnson delivers a speech in 1965.
There's a person who probably won't get much attention on this historic night, but he should. Lyndon B. Johnson would be one hundred years old today.
No elected official did more to make sure that African-Americans had a real right to vote; he pushed the Civil Rights Act and the Voting Rights Act through Congress - and he recognized that his dedication to civil rights would cost the Democratic Party greatly, especially in the South.
But it was LBJ who was the legislative architect of civil rights - and made the nomination of Barack Obama possible.
Toobin: Finally a memorable phrase
Sen. Robert Casey Jr. D-Pa., speaks at the Democratic National Convention in Denver.
Finally a memorable phrase from this convention - Bob Casey calling McCain not a maverick but a sidekick. That's what the Democrats need, something simple and easy to remember.
Toobin: Compare Giuliani to Warner
Warner and Giuliani will likely deliver two very different speeches.
Listening to Rudy Giuliani reminds me to make mental note. Compare the two keynote addresses that we are going to hear this week and next.
Mark Warner is going to give a classic contemporary Democratic address - careful and cautious. He is going to appeal to bipartisanship. Rudy is going to tear Obama to pieces. It's going to be an extremely negative message.
This is the difference between Democrats and Republicans - and it may be why Republicans have won seven of the last ten presidential elections.
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Rick Scott camp says it matched 3 months of Bill Nelson fundraising in 3 weeks
Republican Gov. Rick Scott and Democratic Sen. Bill Nelson. (Photos by George Bennett/The Palm Beach Post)
Florida Gov. Rick Scott‘s U.S. Senate campaign says it has raised $3.2 million in the three weeks since Scott launched his campaign to unseat Democratic Sen. Bill Nelson.
That’s the same amount Nelson’s campaign recently trumpeted as its record-breaking haul for the entire first quarter of 2018.
Three-term incumbent Nelson began April with $10.5 million in cash on hand for what is expected to be one of the nation’s premier 2018 Senate races. Scott and Nelson are expected to formally qualify for the ballot this week.
The Scott campaign released its figure this morning along with a quote from Darlene Jordan, the Palm Beach fundraising veteran who is Scott’s Florida finance chairwoman.
“We have seen an unmatched outpouring of support from across the entire state for Governor Rick Scott’s Senate campaign, and this is only the beginning,” said Jordan, who was a national finance co-chair for Mitt Romney’s 2008 and 2012 presidential bids and state finance chairwoman for Scott’s 2014 re-election. “Every dollar raised gets us closer to electing a results-driven leader who will shake up Washington, D.C. We are thankful to everyone who has helped kick off this campaign, and we look forward to continuing to build on this momentum and accomplishment.”
Author George BennettPosted on April 30, 2018 April 30, 2018 Categories 2018 campaigns, Bill Nelson, George Bennett, Rick ScottTags bnblogs, elections, news, newsfeed, PoliticsLeave a comment on Rick Scott camp says it matched 3 months of Bill Nelson fundraising in 3 weeks
This week: Charlie Crist poised to do something he hasn’t done in 24 years
Charlie Crist campaigning in West Palm Beach during his 2014 Democratic bid for governor. (Gary Coronado/The Palm Beach Post)
Florida this year will witness something it hasn’t seen for nearly a quarter-century: a Charlie Crist re-election campaign.
U.S. Rep. Crist, D-St. Petersburg, has already raised more than $2.6 million in pursuit of a second term in Congress — but this is the week it becomes official. Florida’s window for U.S. Senate, U.S. House and judicial candidates to submit paperwork and pay filing fees to secure spots on the 2018 ballot opens at noon today and closes at noon Friday. The ballot qualifying period for state and local offices is June 18-22.
Crist has been a presence in Florida politics since the early 1990s as a Republican, an independent and a Democrat. He just hasn’t stayed in a single job for very long. The last time Crist ran for re-election was 1994, when he was a Republican state senator and successfully sought a second term.
In 1998, Crist was the GOP nominee for U.S. Senate but lost to incumbent Democratic Sen. Bob Graham.
In 2000, Crist was elected state education commissioner. He couldn’t run for re-election, however, because voters had approved a constitutional amendment making it an appointed post beginning in 2003.
In 2002, Crist was elected Florida attorney general.
Rather than seek re-election in 2006, Crist — still a Republican — ran for governor and won.
Rather than seek re-election as governor, Crist in 2009 launched a 2010 campaign for U.S. Senate as the slam-dunk favorite for the Republican nomination. By early 2010, however, he had fallen behind Marco Rubio in GOP polls. Crist left the Republican Party to pursue an independent bid for Senate, losing to Rubio in the general election.
Crist was still an independent in 2012 when he spoke at the Democratic National Convention in favor of President Barack Obama‘s re-election. He changed his registration to Democrat at the end of that year and ran for governor in 2014 as a Democrat, but lost his bid to deny Republican Gov. Rick Scott a second term.
In 2016, Crist ran for U.S. House and won. And now — unless he’s got some shocking last-minute maneuver up his sleeve — he’s poised to run for re-election.
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‘The most patriotic speech in all of American history?’ asks Mast GOP challenger
Republican congressional candidate Mark Freeman in his campaign video.
Mark Freeman, a physician who spent $1.6 million of his own money on a losing 2016 GOP primary bid in Palm Beach-Treasure Coast U.S. House District 18, is making another try for the seat against fellow Republican Rep. Brian Mast.
Freeman filed candidate papers with the Federal Election Commission last month and launched a campaign website last week that, so far, consists mainly of an eight-minute video of Freeman speaking.
“The most patriotic speech in all of American history? You be the judge,” says a message on Freeman’s website encouraging visitors to watch his video.
“When darkness casts its many shadows pent upon our civil land divided, let blood for blood defend these principles,” begins Freeman in an oration that touches on America’s founding principles and makes no allusion to Mast or Freeman’s campaign.
“We the American people affirm to all peoples that America must be first among the nations so that the nations shall be led in justice…We must now dedicate ourselves anew to the ascendant glory of American preordination, by which the world will ever be atoned,” Freeman says in the video.
In 2016, Freeman finished third in a six-candidate GOP primary for the District 18 nomination, garnering 15.8 percent of the vote. Mast won the primary with 38 percent and went on to win the general election.
Mast has angered some Second Amendment advocates by calling for a ban on “assault weapons” in the aftermath of the Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School shooting. Gold Star mother Karen Vaughn considered challenging Mast in the primary but decided against.
Democrats Lauren Baer and Pam Keith have opened campaigns for the District 18 seat.
Author George BennettPosted on April 26, 2018 April 26, 2018 Categories 2018 campaigns, Brian Mast, George Bennett, Guns, Lauren Baer, Mark Freeman, Pam Keith, UncategorizedTags bnblogs, elections, news, newsfeed, PoliticsLeave a comment on ‘The most patriotic speech in all of American history?’ asks Mast GOP challenger
On Pompeo nomination, Bill Nelson and Rick Scott find common ground
Florida Democratic Sen. Bill Nelson voted against most of President Donald Trump‘s Cabinet picks in early 2017, including a No vote on Mike Pompeo for CIA director.
But Nelson will vote for Pompeo to be secretary of state, the senator’s office announced late Wednesday.
Nelson hinted at a change of heart last week, telling The Tampa Bay Times that he saw Pompeo in “a better light” after learning of his secret trip to North Korea to discuss denuclearization with Kim Jong Un.
Facing a re-election challenge this year from Republican Gov. Rick Scott, Nelson took a pounding from Scott and the GOP this week before finally announcing his position on Pompeo.
“This position is critical to our national security interests and Senator Nelson needs to do what is right and stop playing politics in an election year. I am hopeful he will take a break from being a rubber stamp for the Democratic leadership in Washington,” Scott said Wednesday morning before Nelson announced his position.
After Nelson announced he’ll vote for Pompeo, Scott expressed barbed gratitude.
“Glad @SenBillNelson came to his senses after voting against Mike Pompeo last year. Maybe if every year was an election year Nelson wouldn’t be such a party line politician,” said a Wednesday night tweet on Scott’s campaign Twitter account.
Glad @SenBillNelson came to his senses after voting against Mike Pompeo last year. Maybe if every year was an election year Nelson wouldn’t be such a party line politician.
— Rick Scott (@ScottforFlorida) April 26, 2018
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Trump in Palm Beach: Sheriff’s OT bill for feds $3.3 million and growing
President Donald Trump greets motorcycle cops from the Palm Beach Sheriff’s Office, West Palm Beach, Delray Beach and Palm Beach Gardens at Palm Beach International Airport on Sunday. (Melanie Bell/The Palm Beach Post)
Palm Beach County Sheriff’s deputies who help protect President Donald Trump when he visits Mar-a-Lago racked up nearly $3.3 million in overtime during presidential trips between November and early February – money that county officials expect to get back from the federal government.
Congress set aside $41 million in March to reimburse local law enforcement agencies for “extraordinary…personnel costs” incurred through Sept. 30 “for protection activities directly and demonstrably associated with any residence of the President that is designated or identified to be secured by the United States Secret Service.”
Palm Beach County drew on a similar pot of federal money last year to get reimbursed for $3.4 million in security costs from Trump’s seven Mar-a-Lago visits in early 2017.
Trump has made 10 trips to Mar-a-Lago since November, wrapping up his most recent visit on Sunday. He greeted local law enforcement officers before boarding Air Force One and later paid tribute to them on Twitter.
Thank you to the incredible Law Enforcement Officers from the Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office. They keep us safe and are very cool about it! pic.twitter.com/NlhxpPwmzT
During Trump’s Mar-a-Lago trips between Nov. 21 and Feb. 4, which covered at least a portion of 27 days, sheriff’s deputies earned $3.26 million in overtime, sheriff’s spokeswoman Teri Barbera said.
Payroll data is not yet available for the five visits Trump made between Feb. 16 and Sunday, which covered at least a portion of 20 days.
The presidential details are paid entirely with overtime so that routine law enforcement operations aren’t compromised, Sheriff Ric Bradshaw said last year.
“We don’t take anybody off the road that handles normal calls for service,” Bradshaw said.
Author George BennettPosted on April 25, 2018 April 25, 2018 Categories Donald Trump, George Bennett, Mar-a-LagoTags bnblogs, Donald Trump, news, newsfeed, Politics, trumpLeave a comment on Trump in Palm Beach: Sheriff’s OT bill for feds $3.3 million and growing
Adam Putnam coming to Forum Club next week
Adam Putnam at the Riviera Beach Marina last year. (George Bennett/The Palm Beach Post)
Republican Agriculture Commissioner Adam Putnam, a 2018 candidate for Florida governor, will appear next Monday at a Forum Club of the Palm Beaches lunch that organizers originally hoped would pair him with GOP rival Ron DeSantis.
DeSantis, however, had a scheduling conflict and could not attend the event at the Kravis Center in West Palm Beach, his campaign said.
DeSantis and Putnam have opened Republican campaigns for governor. House Speaker Richard Corcoran, R-Land-O’Lakes, is also expected to get in the GOP nominating contest.
Tickets for the Forum Club lunch are $40 for members, $60 for guests of members and $85 for the general public. Tickets can be purchased at the Forum Club website or by contacting Kelsey Joyce at kjoyce@forumclubpb.com.
Putnam and DeSantis — and Corcoran, if he gets in the race — are slated to appear at a Florida Family Policy Council forum in Orlando on May 5 and a Broward County Lincoln Day dinner on May 18.
The Republican Party of Florida is also teaming with Fox News to host a nationally televised GOP candidates debate in Orlando on June 28.
Author George BennettPosted on April 24, 2018 April 24, 2018 Categories 2018 campaigns, Adam Putnam, George Bennett, Richard Corcoran, Ron DeSantisTags bnblogs, elections, news, newsfeed, PoliticsLeave a comment on Adam Putnam coming to Forum Club next week
Patrick Murphy, Jeff Greene not ruling out late Democratic bids for Florida governor
Former Democratic U.S. Rep. Patrick Murphy (left) gave his OK to a poll testing his name as a candidate for governor, with former Republican U.S. Rep. Dave Jolly (center) as running mate; Palm Beach billionaire Jeff Greene (right) isn’t ruling out a Democratic run for governor, either.
Two Palm Beach County Democratic figures – former U.S. Rep. Patrick Murphy and billionaire real estate investor Jeff Greene – are not ruling out making late bids for Florida governor.
Murphy, a two-term House member who lost a 2016 race for U.S. Senate, gave his OK to a poll that tests his name as a gubernatorial candidate with Democratic voters, a person familiar with the poll confirmed. The poll also floats the names of some potential candidates for lieutenant governor – including former Republican U.S. Rep. Dave Jolly, who has been touring college campuses across the nation with Murphy to discuss partisan gridlock and governmental dysfunction.
The poll testing Murphy’s name was first reported by The Tampa Bay Times.
“Some supporters wanted to do a poll and I didn’t say no,” Murphy said in a text message to The Palm Beach Post this morning. “I certainly didn’t say yes to actually running!”
Greene, a Palm Beach resident who lost a 2010 Democratic primary for U.S. Senate, told The Palm Beach Post he has concerns about whether the four Democrats now running for governor — Tallahassee Mayor Andrew Gillum, former U.S. Rep. Gwen Graham, Winter Park businessman Chris King and former Miami Beach Mayor Philip Levine — will have the money and message to win in November.
“I have definitely not ruled out getting into the race…I’m still looking at it. The filing date is not til June,” Greene said. The qualifying period for gubernatorial candidates ends at noon on June 22.
Greene said his experience as an “accidental educator” — he founded The Greene School in West Palm Beach because he wasn’t satisfied with public or private school options for his children — has given him insight into education that other candidates lack.
Greene’s net worth was estimated at $3.8 billion — about $700 million higher than his nearby Palm Beach neighbor, President Donald Trump — on the latest Forbes 400 list.
Greene noted that Florida Gov. Rick Scott‘s personal wealth helped him win close races in 2010 and 2014.
“If I did get involved I’d be able to get my message out and spend whatever it would take to get me over the top,” Greene said.
Author George BennettPosted on April 24, 2018 April 24, 2018 Categories 2018 campaigns, Andrew Gillum, Chris King, David Jolly, George Bennett, Gwen Graham, Jeff Greene, Patrick Murphy, Philip LevineTags bnblogs, elections, news, newsfeed, Politics, rotatorLeave a comment on Patrick Murphy, Jeff Greene not ruling out late Democratic bids for Florida governor
Trump still trails John F. Kennedy for Palm Beach visits, Truman for Florida stays
Before boarding Air Force One on Sunday, President Donald Trump stopped for a picture with motorcycle cops from the Palm Beach Sheriff’s Office, West Palm Beach, Delray Beach and Palm Beach Gardens. (Melanie Bell/The Palm Beach Post)
PALM BEACH — President Donald Trump wrapped up a six-day Florida trip on Sunday — pausing before he boarded Air Force One to greet motorcycle cops and Air Force personnel and pose for pictures.
Trump’s latest Mar-a-Lago visit was his 17th trip to Palm Beach as president — but he still trails John F. Kennedy for presidential Palm Beach stays, and he’s far behind Harry Truman for presidential time in Florida.
Out of sequence, but here is @realDonaldTrump first walking over to the motorcycle cops. #TrumpInPalmBeach pic.twitter.com/5ZV9E8CfyF
— George Bennett (@gbennettpost) April 22, 2018
Trump’s latest trip included a two-day summit with Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe. Trump arrived in Palm Beach last Monday after a stop in Hialeah to promote tax cuts. He also took a side trip Thursday to Key West to visit Joint Interagency Task Force-South, a headquarters for fighting drug smuggling and human trafficking.
Since becoming president, Trump has spent at least a portion of 72 days in Palm Beach. The actual time he has logged in Palm Beach County — primarily at Mar-a-Lago and his nearby Trump International Golf Club — has been roughly 53 days. That’s more than 11 percent of his presidency.
Kennedy, whose family owned an oceanfront compound on North County Road until 1995, spent at least a portion of 97 days in Palm Beach while he was president, according to records from the Kennedy Presidential Library.
After getting photo with cops, @realDonaldTrump summons some Air Force personnel for a pic. #TrumpInPalmBeach pic.twitter.com/if9XFacNRt
It might be several months before Trump catches Kennedy as the leader in Palm Beach presidential visits. Trump didn’t make any Mar-a-Lago visits between mid-April and Thanksgiving last year.
The president who spent the most time in Florida was Truman, who between 1946 and 1952 spent all or part of 192 days in Key West at a U.S. Navy facility that became known as the “Little White House.”
Harry Truman in Key West, John F. Kennedy at St. Edwards Catholic Church in Palm Beach.
Author George BennettPosted on April 23, 2018 April 23, 2018 Categories Donald Trump, George Bennett, Mar-a-Lago, Winter White HouseTags bnblogs, Donald Trump, elections, news, newsfeed, Politics, trumpLeave a comment on Trump still trails John F. Kennedy for Palm Beach visits, Truman for Florida stays
Trump, en route to golf club, predicts Michael Cohen won’t ‘flip’
President Donald Trump’s motorcade arrives at Trump International Golf Club in unincorporated West Palm Beach this morning. (Greg Lovett/The Palm Beach Post)
Moments after he arrived at Trump International Golf Club in unincorporated West Palm Beach this morning, President Donald Trump blasted a New York Times article that said his personal attorney, Michael Cohen, “could end up cooperating with federal officials who are investigating him for activity that could relate, at least in part, to work he did for Mr. Trump.”
Cohen’s office, residence and hotel room were raided by federal investigators April 9. In a series of tweets this morning, Trump called Cohen “a fine person with a wonderful family. Michael is a businessman for his own account/lawyer who I have always liked & respected. Most people will flip if the Government lets them out of trouble, even if……..it means lying or making up stories. Sorry, I don’t see Michael doing that despite the horrible Witch Hunt and the dishonest media!”
Trump accused the Times of relying on “non-existent ‘sources’ and a drunk/drugged up loser who hates Michael.” The Times said its story is based on “interviews with a half-dozen people familiar with” the Trump-Cohen relationship.
Longtime Trump adviser Roger Stone is quoted as saying “Donald goes out of his way to treat him (Cohen) like garbage.” Former Trump associate Sam Nunberg is quoted as saying Trump has “taken Michael for granted” and that “Michael now holds the leverage over Trump” and “should maximize” that leverage.
The Palm Beach Post asked Stone if he had any comment on the article or the president’s tweets and if he knew the identity of the “drunk/drugged up loser” Trump mentioned.
“Not a reference to me. Beyond that I have no comment,” Stone replied.
Nunberg told CNN’s Abby Phillip: “I have no idea who POTUS is talking about so I have no response.”
Author George BennettPosted on April 21, 2018 April 21, 2018 Categories Donald Trump, George Bennett, golf, Mar-a-Lago, Trump on TwitterTags bnblogs, Donald Trump, elections, golf, news, newsfeed, Politics, trumpLeave a comment on Trump, en route to golf club, predicts Michael Cohen won’t ‘flip’
Always a Palm Beach connection: Mar-a-Lago gets passing mention in Comey memos
View from the west of Mar-a-Lago during last month’s Palm Beach County GOP fundraiser there. (Bruce R. Bennett/The Palm Beach Post)
President Donald Trump was tweeting from Mar-a-Lago late Thursday night and early this morning about fired FBI Director James Comey, his book tour and the release of 15 pages of redacted memos Comey wrote after meetings with Trump in 2017.
The Comey memos include little that hasn’t been made public before. For Palm Beachers, there’s a mention of Mar-a-Lago in Comey’s account of a Jan. 28 dinner he had at the White House with the president.
Topics Trump mentioned during a wide-ranging conversation included “the extraordinary luxury of the White House (which he favorably compared to Mar-a-Lago),” Comey wrote.
A portion of then-FBI Director James Comey’s memo after a Jan. 28, 2017 dinner with President Donald Trump at the White House.
Trump on Thursday night said the memos vindicated him.
“James Comey Memos just out and show clearly that there was NO COLLUSION and NO OBSTRUCTION. Also, he leaked classified information. WOW! Will the Witch Hunt continue?” the president tweeted at 10:37 p.m. Thursday.
James Comey Memos just out and show clearly that there was NO COLLUSION and NO OBSTRUCTION. Also, he leaked classified information. WOW! Will the Witch Hunt continue?
This morning, Trump added: “So General Michael Flynn’s life can be totally destroyed while Shadey James Comey can Leak and Lie and make lots of money from a third rate book (that should never have been written). Is that really the way life in America is supposed to work? I don’t think so!”
Author George BennettPosted on April 20, 2018 April 20, 2018 Categories Donald Trump, George Bennett, Mar-a-LagoTags bnblogs, Donald Trump, elections, news, newsfeed, Politics, trumpLeave a comment on Always a Palm Beach connection: Mar-a-Lago gets passing mention in Comey memos
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