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Review: Yi Yi
Its brilliance emanates equally from its structure, the acuteness of its gaze, and Edward Yang’s acknowledgement of life as a series of alternately humdrum and catastrophic occurrences.
Photo: WinStar Cinema
Edward Yang’s Yi Yi is a celebration of cultural identity and family interaction. The film’s brilliance emanates equally from its structure (the story is delicately bookended by two cultural rituals: a wedding and a funeral), the acuteness of its gaze, and Yang’s acknowledgement of life as a series of alternately humdrum and catastrophic occurrences, like a flower that blooms in the summer and wilts in the fall; he hopes you will notice it, because seeing is what validates its unique extraordinariness. With the help of his camera, young Yang-Yang (Jonathan Chang) attempts to come to grips with the many dualities of the world around him. He takes pictures of people’s backsides because he wants to show them what they cannot see. His desire is representative of the film’s very philosophy: there is a second side to every story, and the perception of that side promises new awakenings. Yang-Yang’s father NJ (Nianzhen Wu) must confront the reasons why he abandoned his ex-lover at the altar when they find themselves growing closer again. He acknowledges and frees himself of pent-up pains and admits to still loving her. Though she leaves him this time around, her actions are not vengeful. This transcendent moment suggests that the past cannot be undone and that NJ’s only hope is to improve upon his present. NJ’s cycle of enlightenment ends with the death of his wife’s mother, the family matriarch from whom everyone seemingly draws their every breath. Most appreciative of the old woman’s loving warmth is NJ’s daughter Ting-Ting (Kelly Lee). A flower is the evocative symbol of the girl’s headlong search for inner peace. Her fellow classmates laugh at her for overfeeding it but the wilted plant comes back to life after a divine encounter with her grandmother. It’s a remarkable moment that conveys the transcendence of the flesh and the transmigration of energies between the living and the dead. This is the essence of Yang’s masterpiece, a film whose profound emotional and cultural resonance brings to mind Robert Altman’s Short Cuts.
Cast: Nianzhen Wu, Jonathan Chang, Kelly Lee, Issey Ogata, Adrian Lin, Elaine Jin, Xisheng Chen, Suyun Ke Director: Edward Yang Screenwriter: Edward Yang Distributor: WinStar Cinema Running Time: 173 min Rating: NR Year: 2000 Buy: Video
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Dolittle’s inability to completely develop any of its characters reduces the film to all pomp and no circumstance.
Photo: Universal Pictures
Stephen Gaghan’s Dolittle begins with a just-shy-of-saccharine animated sequence that spins the tale of the eponymous character’s (Robert Downey Jr.) adventures with his wife, who one day dies at sea during a solo voyage. It’s something of a more condensed, less moving version of the prologue to Pixar’s Up, underscoring our protagonist’s upcoming fantastical journey on behalf of Queen Victoria (Jessie Buckley) with a tinge of melancholy.
As soon as the film shifts to live action, we immediately sense the loss felt by Dolittle in the overgrown vines and shrubbery that surround the famed doctor and veterinarian’s estate, as well as in his unkempt appearance. But any hopes that the film might follow through on its promise to explore Dolittle’s emotional turmoil are quickly dashed once he begins interacting with the animal friends who keep him company. Their banter is ceaseless and mostly ranges from corny and tiresome to downright baffling, as evidenced by a pun referencing Chris Tucker in Rush Hour that may leave you wondering who the target is for half of the film’s jokes.
The tenderness of Dolittle’s prologue does resurface sporadically across the film, most memorably in a late scene where the good doctor shares the pain of losing a spouse with a fierce dragon that’s also enduring a similar grief. But just as the film seems primed to say something profound about the nature of loss, Dolittle shoves his hand into the dragon’s backside—with her permission of course—in order to extract a bagpipe and an array of armor, leading the fiery beast to unleash a long, loud fart right into the doctor’s face.
That moment is crass, juvenile, and, above all, cheap in its cynical undercutting of one of Dolittle’s rare moments of vulnerability. But it serves as a ripe metaphor for the filmmakers’ incessant need to respond to a show of earnestness with a dollop of inanity, as if believing that their young audience can’t handle anything remotely sincere without a chaser of flatulence.
But worse than the film’s failure to truly probe Dolittle’s emotional landscape is how it surrounds him with a series of uncompelling character types. While the film seems to mostly unfold through the eyes of young Tommy Stubbins (Harry Collett), who becomes Dolittle’s apprentice after witnessing the doctor communicate with animals, he serves little purpose aside from drawing the man out of his shell. And Dolittle’s arch-enemy, Dr. Blair Müdfly (Michael Sheen, chomping on every bit of scenery within reach), has little motivation to justify his ceaseless quest to stop his rival from attaining an elixir that will save Queen Victoria’s life.
Despite repeatedly paying lip service to notions of grief and opening oneself up to the world, Dolittle ultimately plays like little more than an extended showpiece for its special effects. But even the CGI on display here is patchy at best, with the countless animals that parade through the film’s frames taking on a creepy quality as their photorealistic appearance often awkwardly clashes with their cartoonish behavior. The film’s notoriously troubled production, which went so off the rails that Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles director Jonathan Liebesman was brought on board for reshoots, is evident in its clumsy staging and lifeless interplay between humans and animals, but it’s the film’s inability to completely develop any of its characters that reduces it to all pomp and no circumstance. Like the CGI animals that inhabit much of the film, Dolittle is flashy and colorful on the outside but dead behind the eyes.
Cast: Robert Downey Jr., Antonio Banderas, Michael Sheen, Jim Broadbent, Jessie Buckley, Harry Collett, Emma Thompson, Rami Malek, John Cena, Kumail Nanjiani, Octavia Spencer, Tom Holland Director: Stephen Gaghan Screenwriter: Stephen Gaghan, Dan Gregor, Doug Mand Distributor: Universal Pictures Running Time: 106 min Rating: PG Year: 2020 Buy: Soundtrack
In the end, the film’s perpetuation of the franchise’s endorsement of police brutality comes back to bite it.
Jake Cole
Photo: Columbia Pictures
From its parodically overused low-angle and circling tracking shots to its raw embodiment of Michael Bay’s unique brand of jingoism and adolescent vulgarity, Bad Boys II arguably remains the purest expression of the director’s auteurism. Bay doesn’t direct the film’s belated sequel, Bad Boys for Life, leaving one to wonder what purpose this franchise serves if not to give expression to his nationalist, racist, and misogynistic instincts.
Intriguingly, Bad Boys for Life is helmed by the Belgian team of Adil El Arbi and Bilall Fallah, whose streetwise, racially focused crime films, from 2014’s Image to 2018’s Gangsta, represent positions that are nearly the polar opposite of those of Bay’s work. Except the filmmakers do nothing to shake the franchise from its repellent roots, merely replicating Bay’s stylistic tics at a more sluggish pace, losing the antic abandon that is his only redeeming quality as an artist. At best, the half-speed iterations of Bay’s signature aesthetic reflect the film’s invocation of too-old-for-this-shit buddy-movie clichés, with Miami cops Mike Lowery (Will Smith) and Marcus Burnett (Martin Lawrence) forced to contend with growing old and obsolete.
The film is quick to establish that Marcus, newly a grandfather, longs to settle down, even as Mike continues to insist that he’s at the top of his game. It’s then that the partners are thrown for a loop when Mike is shot by Armando (Jacob Scipio), whose drug kingpin father Mike killed and whose mother, Isabel (Kate del Castillo), he helped get imprisoned in Mexico. Both men are left traumatized by the event, with a horrified Marcus forswearing a life of violence, while Mike seeks brutal revenge for his wounded sense of masculine security. And for a brief moment, Bad Boys for Life finds fertile ground in the emotional chasm that opens between the two pals, with Mike’s single-minded rage leaving Marcus morally disgusted.
Almost immediately, though, the film turns to gleeful violence, showing how grotesque the consequences of Mike’s vigilantism actions can be, only to then largely justify his actions. When Mike violates orders during a surveillance assignment to abduct a possible lead, that source is left dead in a gruesomely elaborate shootout that’s played for satire-less kicks. Partnered with a new unit of inexperienced, tech-savvy rookies (Vanessa Hudgens, Alexander Ludwig, and Charles Melton), Mike can only express his dismay at the new generation resorting to gadgets and nonlethal, perhaps even—dare one say—legal, measures of law enforcement. Each one gets a single defining characteristic (Hudgens’s Kelley is a trigger-happy fascist in the making and Ludwig’s Dorn possesses a bodybuilder’s physique that belies his pacifism), and they all exist for Smith to target with stale jokes about old-school justice.
Likewise, the surprising soulfulness that Lawrence brings to his character is ultimately just fodder for jokes about how the weary, flabby new grandpa isn’t getting laid. Unsurprisingly, then, Marcus only reclaims his virility as a man by lunging back into a life of chaotic police action. Even his turn toward faith and a vow of peace is mocked, as when he finds himself in possession of a machine gun during a hectic chase and Mike reassures him that God gave that to him in a time of need. “Shit, I do need it!” Marcus exclaims, but the humor of Lawrence’s delivery only momentarily distracts us from the film’s flippant take on his spirituality.
By saddling both heroes and villains alike with quests for revenge, Bad Boys for Life broaches deeper thematic possibility than has ever existed in this franchise. Indeed, the film’s focus on aging, when paired with a last-act reveal that forces the characters to think about the legacies that are passed on to future generations, places it in unexpected parallel to another recent Will Smith vehicle, Gemini Man. But where Ang Lee’s film actually grappled with the implications of violence bred and nurtured in our descendants, this movie merely gets some cheap sentimentality to contrast with its otherwise giddy embrace of carnage.
In the end, the film’s perpetuation of the franchise’s endorsement of police brutality comes back to bite it. The aforementioned scene with Marcus discovering the machine gun is played as a joke, even though the man, half-blind but refusing to wear the glasses that show his age, fires wildly at gunmen on motorcycles weaving around civilian vehicles. Watching this scene, it’s hard not to think of the recent, real-life case of Miami cops firing hundreds of rounds at armed robbers despite being surrounded by commuters, not only killing the suspects but their hostage and a random bystander. This coincidental timing is a reminder that the supposed harmlessness of glib entertainments like Bad Boys for Life plays a part in normalizing the increasing police-state tactics and mentality of our nation’s over-armed law enforcement.
Cast: Will Smith, Martin Lawrence, Vanessa Hudgens, Joe Pantoliano, Alexander Ludwig, Charles Melton, Paola Núñez, Kate del Castillo, Jacob Scipio Director: Adil El Arbi, Bilall Fallah Screenwriter: Chris Bremner, Peter Craig, Joe Carnahan Distributor: Columbia Pictures Running Time: 110 min Rating: R Year: 2020 Buy: Soundtrack
Review: Intrigo: Death of an Author Is Damned by Its Lack of Self-Awareness
The film evinces neither the visceral pleasures of noir nor the precision to uncover deeper thematic resonances.
David Robb
Photo: Lionsgate
“Surprise me!” demands reclusive author Alex Henderson (Ben Kingsley) near the start of Intrigo: Death of an Author of budding novelist Henry (Benno Fürmann), who’s come to him in search of advice. As an audience member, it’s difficult not to end up making exactly the same exhortation to director Daniel Alfredson’s film. With each plot point being not only easy to predict, but also articulated and elaborated on multiple times by an awkwardly on-the-nose narration, the only shock here is that a film apparently concerned with the act of storytelling could be so lacking in self-awareness.
Henry is a translator for the recently deceased Austrian author Germund Rein and is working on a book about a man whose wife disappeared while they were holidaying in the Alps, shortly after her revelation that she would be leaving him for her therapist. Most of the tedious opening half hour of the film is taken up with Henry telling this tale to Kingsley’s enigmatic Henderson, after he meets him at his remote island villa. The pace picks up a little when David switches to giving the older writer an account of the mystery surrounding Rein’s death and how this could be connected to his story, which (surprise!) may not be entirely fictional.
Death of An Author is the most high-profile release of the Intrigo films, all directed by Alfredson and based on Håkan Nesser’s novellas. Alfredson was also at the helm of two film versions of Stieg Larsson’s Millennium trilogy, The Girl Who Played with Fire and The Girl Who Kicked the Hornet’s Nest, but he still doesn’t appear to have developed the stylistic tools necessary to elevate his pulpy source material. Here, his aesthetic seems to be aiming for the icy polish of a modern noir, but it leans toward a safe kind of blandness, evincing neither the visceral pleasures of the genre nor the precision to uncover deeper thematic resonances.
While Fürmann’s stilted central performance at times threatens to sink Death of An Author, Kingsley always appears just in time to keep the unwieldy thing afloat. Nonetheless, his character’s cynical meta commentary, alternately engaged and aloof, is ruinous: As Henderson criticizes Henry’s story, he effectively draws too much attention to the film’s own flaws.
Death of an Author’s mise en abyme framing device has a similarly self-sabotaging effect. It initially promises an interesting push and pull between a writer’s literary perspective on reality and their own lived experience, but as so much of Henry’s psychology is explained through clunky expository dialogue instead of being expressed visually, no such conflict is possible. The structure ends up just distancing us further from the characters, as well as undermining the tension generated by the more procedural elements of the plot. Ultimately, aside from some picturesque scenery and a satisfyingly dark ending, all we’re left to enjoy here is the vicarious thrill of Kingsley’s smug, scene-stealing interlocutor occasionally denouncing Henry as a hack, and implicitly dismissing the whole scenario of the film as trite and clichéd.
Cast: Ben Kingsley, Benno Fürmann, Tuva Novotny, Michael Byrne, Veronica Ferres, Daniela Lavender, Sandra Dickinson Director: Daniel Alfredson Screenwriter: Daniel Alfredson, Birgitta Bongenhielm Distributor: Lionsgate Running Time: 106 min Rating: R Year: 2018
Review: Weathering with You Lyrically and Mushily Affirms the Sky’s Majesty
Contemporary outrage could’ve potentially counterpointed the film’s increasingly mawkish tendencies.
Chuck Bowen
Photo: GKIDS
The lyricism of director Makoto Shinkai’s new animated film, Weathering with You, should shame the impersonality of the CGI-addled blockbusters that are usually pitched at children. An early scene finds a teenage girl, Hina (Nano Mori), floating through the sky, at times almost seeming to swim in it. This moment introduces a suggestive motif: In the film, scientists speculate that the sky possesses a habitat that, for all we know, is full of similar properties to the one in the world’s oceans. The Tokyo of Shinkai’s conception is plagued by rain that sometimes falls so hard as to suggest a tidal wave dropping out of the sky, which is a memorably scary and beautiful effect. Sometimes such rains even leave behind see-through jellyfish-like creatures that evaporate upon touch.
At their best, Shinkai’s images affirm the majesty and power of the sky and rain, intrinsic elements of life that we too often take for granted. Raindrops suggest bright white diamonds, and storms resemble cocoons of water. But Hina’s new friend, Hodaka (Kotaro Daigo), doesn’t take the weather for granted, as he’s introduced on a large passenger boat, surveying a storm that almost kills him. Running away to Tokyo from his parents, Hodaka first glances the city as the boat approaches a port, and at which point Shinkai springs another marvel: a city of vast neon light that’s been rendered with a soft, watercolor-esque delicacy.
The first 45 minutes or so of Weathering with You promisingly merge such visuals with the story of Hina and Hodaka’s blossoming romance, while introducing an amusing rogue, Keisuke Suga (Shun Oguri), who offers Hodaka minimal employment as a junior reporter for a tabloid magazine. Suga gives the film a lurid quality that’s surprising for a children’s fantasy—as he milks the young Hodaka for a free meal and carouses around Tokyo at night—until Shinkai sentimentally reduces him to a routine father figure. And it’s around here that the plot grows more and more cumbersome and gradually takes over the film as Hina and Hodaka become typically misunderstood youngsters on the lam, evading the law and the Tokyo crime world. The free-floating visuals are eventually tethered to a metaphor for the specialness of Hina, who’s a mythical “sunshine girl” capable of bringing light to Tokyo’s endless storms, and for the fieriness of Hina and Hodaka’s love. Shinkai over-explains his lyrical imagery with YA tropes, compromising the dreamlike mystery of the film’s first act.
The narrative is also an implicit story of global warming, as Tokyo’s storms threaten to destroy the city, with Hina representing a potential balancing of the scales at the expense of her own earthly life. That’s a resonant concept that Shinkai never quite steers into overtly political territory—and contemporary outrage could’ve potentially counterpointed Weathering with You’s increasingly mawkish tendencies. A free-floating atmosphere, in which sky and ocean are merged, suggesting collaborative gods, is more than enough for an evocative fable. It’s a pity that Shinkai overthinks his project, frontloading it with borrowed plot machinery that goes in circles, separating lovers mostly for the sake of separating them.
Cast: Kotaro Daigo, Nana Mori, Shun Oguri, Kana Ichinose, Ryô Narita, Tsubasa Honda, Mone Kamishiraishi, Kana Ichinose Director: Makoto Shinkai Screenwriter: Makoto Shinkai Distributor: GKIDS Running Time: 112 min Rating: PG-13 Year: 2019
Nominations for the 92nd Academy Awards were announced Tuesday morning by Issa Rae and John Cho.
Nominations for the 92nd Academy Awards were announced Tuesday morning by Issa Rae and John Cho. Todd Phillips’s Joker led the nomination count with 11, followed by Martin Scorsese’s The Irishman, Sam Mendes’s 1917, and Quentin Tarantino’s Once Upon a Time…in Hollywood with 10 each, and Bong Joon-ho’s Parasite, Noah Baumbach’s Marriage Story, Taika Waititi’s Jojo Rabbit, and Greta Gerwig’s Little Women with six each.
While Joker mostly received attention throughout the awards season for Joaquin Phoenix’s lead performance, many pegged Hildur Guðnadóttir’s victory at the Golden Globes for her score as a sign that the film would do well at the Oscars. Elsewhere, Jennifer Lopez (Hustlers) had to make way for Kathy Bates (Richard Jewell) in best supporting actress and Lupita N’yongo (Us) for Saoirse Ronan (Little Women) in best actress. And both Antonio Banderas (Pain and Glory) and Jonathan Pryce (The Two Popes) landed nominations for best actor, pushing Golden Globe-winner Taron Egerton (Rocketman), Robert De Niro (The Irishman), and Christian Bale (Ford v. Ferrari out of the way.
See below for a full list of the nominations.
Martin Scorsese, The Irishman
Todd Phillips, Joker
Sam Mendes, 1917
Quentin Tarantino, Once Upon a Time…in Hollywood
Bong Joon-ho, Parasite
Cynthia Erivo, Harriet
Scarlett Johansson, Marriage Story
Saoirse Ronan, Little Women
Charlize Theron, Bombshell
Renée Zellweger, Judy
Antonio Banderas, Pain and Glory
Leonardo DiCaprio, Once Upon a Time…in Hollywood
Adam Driver, Marriage Story
Jonathan Pryce, The Two Popes
Best Actress in a Supporting Role
Kathy Bates, Richard Jewell
Laura Dern, Marriage Story
Scarlett Johansson, Jojo Rabbit
Florence Pugh, Little Women
Margot Robbie, Bombshell
Best Actor in a Supporting Role
Tom Hanks, A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood
Anthony Hopkins, The Two Popes
Al Pacino, The Irishman
Joe Pesci, The Irishman
Brad Pitt, Once Upon a Time…in Hollywood
Dcera (Daughter)
Kitbull
Best Live-Action Short
Nefta Footfall Club
The Neighbor’s Window
A Sister
American Factory
The Edge of Democracy
Best Documentary Short Subject
In the Absence
Learning to Skateboard in a Warzone (If You’re a Girl)
St. Louis Superman
Walk, Run, Chacha
Best International Feature Film
Corpus Christi (Poland)
Honeyland (North Macedonia)
Les Misérables (France)
Pain and Glory (Spain)
“I Can’t Let You Throw Yourself Away,” Toy Story 4
“(I’m Gonna) Love Me Again,” Rocketman
“I’m Standing with You,” Breakthrough
“Into the Unknown,” Frozen 2
“Stand Up,” Harriet
VHYes settles much too comfortably into the well-trodden footsteps of other works.
Clayton Dillard
Photo: Oscilloscope Laboratories
There’s more inspired satire about how television manipulates an audience’s emotions in the original RoboCop’s opening newscast scene than in the entirety of Jack Henry Robbins’s VHYes. Set around Christmas in 1987—coincidentally, the year of the Paul Verhoeven classic’s release—the film opens as adolescent Ralphie (Mason McNulty) has received his first camcorder. Robbins filters everything through Ralphie’s camera, giving the film an entirely home-video aesthetic, and after Ralphie’s father (Jake Head) discovers the device can be used to record live TV, VHYes morphs into a procession of mostly stale sketch-comedy bits that have been taped during Ralphie’s late-night channel surfing.
Throughout, VHYes shuttles from one gag to the next in search of purpose. In one bit, Robbins serves up a parody of The Joy of Painting starring a woman, Joan (Kerri Kenney), whose dry wit and thinly veiled arousal for her work culminates in a painting of her dunking on Dennis Rodman, of which she assures viewers, “There’s moisture. Some of it isn’t sweat.” We also get a spoof of Antiques Roadshow featuring an appraiser (Mark Proksch) who increasingly reveals his lacking aptitude for the position. And on a mock QVC channel, the formerly married hosts bicker as they predominately sell drug paraphernalia disguised as household products.
VHYes is clearly indebted to the gonzo sketch comedy of Tim and Eric Awesome Show, Great Job!, but unlike Tim Heidecker and Eric Wareheim, Robbins homes in on the oddities of people and things as a means to an end, rather than using them as a jumping-off point for unhinged social commentary. The only segment that approaches a distinct comedic take on its material is Conversations with Todd Plotz, in which the host (Raymond Lee) discusses “tape narcissism” with a cultural philosopher (Mona Lee Wylde) who makes obviously prescient remarks such as, “One day the real world will exist to be filmed.” Though this exchange might outwardly suggest an attempt to critique global technological influence, a la Videodrome, the sketch lacks a punchline, let alone insight, beyond the host donning a goofy expression, further revealing how the film is a parade of empty nostalgia for its own sake.
The film offers a reprieve from its grab bag of sketch comedy with a series of musical interludes hosted by Lou (Charlyne Yi), who uses the occasion to introduce bands to her interested but clueless parents. The best of these features Weyes Blood performing a haunting rendition of her 2016 track “Generation Why.” But lest the music linger for a moment in earnest, Robbins concludes the segment with the ironized, faux-Lynchian imagery of a door, isolated in darkness, opening onto Lou and Weyes Blood doing a slow dance.
The film’s climax returns to reality to find Ralphie and his friend, Josh (Rahm Braslaw), obsessed with the documentary Blood Files: Witch of West Covina. The show claims there’s a haunted sorority house on the outskirts of the town where the two live and, predictably, Robbins uses this material to spring the boys out of the house and toward danger, Ralphie’s camcorder footage all the while guiding us through their ghostly discoveries. As in its comedy, the film proves wholly derivative in its horror, borrowing liberally from The Blair Witch Project, Paranormal Activity, and V/H/S and, in this stretch, without even the good sense to heavily ironize it. For all the outrageousness that could be concocted from its overarching premise, VHYes settles much too comfortably into the well-trodden footsteps of other works.
Cast: Kerri Kenney, Thomas Lennon, Mark Proksch, Charlyne Yi, Mason McNulty, Rahm Braslaw, Jake Head, Christian Drerup, Mona Lee Wylde, Raymond Lee, Susan Sarandon, Tim Robbins Director: Jack Henry Robbins Screenwriter: Jack Henry Robbins, Nunzio Randazzo Distributor: Oscilloscope Laboratories Running Time: 72 min Rating: NR Year: 2019
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Tullow to write down $1.5 billion on lower oil reserves, softer oil prices
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Where has the oil market's risk premium gone?
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Probable reserves fall around 31 mil boe in a year
2019 output averaged 86,700 b/d
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London — Tullow Oil said a reduction of its reserves due to operational issues at its TEN field in Ghana and a lower price outlook meant it will take a $1.5 billion hit.
Tullow said Wednesday it will take "pre-tax impairments and exploration write-offs of around $1.5 billion primarily due to a $10/b reduction in the group's long-term accounting oil price assumption to $65/b and a reduction in oil reserves at its TEN development in Ghana".
Tullow has suffered a tumultuous few months due to a string of bad news. On December 9, its shares fell more than 70% on the day after CEO Paul McDade and Chief Exploration Officer Angus McCoss both resigned due to a series of disappointing exploration and production results at its key assets.
The company's executive chair, Dorothy Thompson, said the board has been working hard on a major review since.
"The fundamentals of our business remain intact: recent reserves audits demonstrate that we have a solid underlying reserves and resources base in West and East Africa, our producing assets continue to generate good cash flow and we retain a high-quality exploration portfolio," Thompson said.
Reserves and production setbacks
Tullow said its proven and probable reserves at the end of 2019 stood at 245 million barrels of oil equivalent, down from 280 million boe a year earlier.
"Excluding the impact of 2019 production (31 million boe), reserves are largely unchanged year-on-year and reflects an increase in reserves at the Jubilee field and non-operated assets, offset by a reduction in reserves at the Enyenra field at TEN," Tullow said.
However, Tullow said its contingent reserves had increased to 1.1 billion boe, largely driven by additions in Ghana, from 874 million boe at end-2018.
Tullow's oil production in 2019 averaged 86,700 b/d, in line with expectations, and output will average 70,000-80,000 b/d due to technical issues at its Ghana oil fields.
That will be significantly lower than its previous production expectations, which until recently had been forecast to average more than 100,000 b/d in 2020 and beyond.
The Jubilee field will undergo maintenance at the end of January for water injection operations to increase its gas processing capacity.
At the TEN development in Ghana, the drilling of a production well on the Ntomme field has commenced and the well is expected to be tied-in by the end of the first quarter, Tullow said.
East Africa delays
Tullow's key assets in Kenya and Uganda continue to face setbacks.
In Kenya, the early oil pilot scheme remains suspended due to severe damage to roads caused by adverse weather in the fourth quarter of last year.
"Trucking remains on hold until all roads are repaired to a safe standard," it said. Kenya exported its maiden crude cargo in late-August, marking the East African country's foray into oil sales.
Final investment decisions for the Turkana development have been repeatedly delayed due to issues obtaining approval for use of the land and water rights.
In Uganda, Tullow said it remained committed to reducing its equity stake in the project ahead of FID.
The farm-down of its assets to Total and CNOOC for $900 million have been halted due to a capital gains tax dispute, pushing the final investment decision further back.
Tullow also said it expected to generate underlying free cash flow of at least $150 million from 75,000 b/d at $60/b. That compares to a cash flow estimate of $350 million in 2019 with net debt reduced to around $2.8 billion.
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Today : WFLA : November 9, 2016 12:00pm-1:00pm EST
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. [dramatic music] ? ? >> steve: so how's it feeling? >> joey: hurts worse now than when i got it. >> steve: hmm. >> joey: i swear the doctor had a smile on his face as he was zapping me. >> steve: oh, come on. >> joey: there was a burning smell. >> steve: ooh, don't tell me about the burning smell. the important thing is, >> joey: at least mom will be relieved. >> steve: oh, yeah. >> joey: jade'll be pretty bummed, though. she liked having matching symbols. >> steve: speaking of jade, how are things going with you two now that she's back? >> joey: to be honest, not as good as i'd hoped. >> andre: laura, i don't want to hear any excuses. abigail is missing, and th o the reason i brought you on is because i thought you could take good care of her. obviously, you failed at that task. just call me when you have good news. [knocking at door] oh. detective hernandez. >> rafe: hope's requested to see you. >> andre: well, i-- >> rafe: alone. >> andre: well, i'm very busy right now. >> rafe: look, i don't want her anywhere near you, but this is for her. see, she needs to fully understand
. [dramatic music] ? ? >> steve: so how's it feeling? >> joey: hurts worse now than when i got it. >> steve: hmm. >> joey: i swear the doctor had a smile on his face as he was zapping me. >> steve: oh, come on. >> joey: there was a burning smell. >> steve: ooh, don't tell me about the burning smell. the important thing is, >> joey: at least mom will be relieved. >> steve: oh, yeah. >> joey: jade'll be pretty bummed, though. she liked...
Early Today : KNTV : November 15, 2016 4:00am-4:31am PST
trump's choice of steve bannon, the nationalist media mogul as his senior strategist. democrats are carrying out a coordinated attack on his appointment. meanwhile, republicans warn to ease concerns over bannon's past. >> that's not the steve bannon i know, and i've spent a lot of time with him. he's harvard business school, london school of economics, ten year naval officers. >> i find him to be a very, very decent, very good extremely smart man and a loyal, patriotic american, and sometimes in politics you get labeled a certain way or another way, but i think people will find in him a real asset to the country. >> despite democrat's efforts to bash bannon, president obama in his first press conference since the election is refusing to attack trump for the hiring decision. >> it would not appropriate for me to comment on every appointment the president-elect starts making. the people have spoken. donald trump will be the next president, the 45th president of the united states. and it will be up to him to set up a team that he thinks will serve him well and reflect his policies. >>
trump's choice of steve bannon, the nationalist media mogul as his senior strategist. democrats are carrying out a coordinated attack on his appointment. meanwhile, republicans warn to ease concerns over bannon's past. >> that's not the steve bannon i know, and i've spent a lot of time with him. he's harvard business school, london school of economics, ten year naval officers. >> i find him to be a very, very decent, very good extremely smart man and a loyal, patriotic american,...
Early Today : WRC : November 15, 2016 4:00am-4:30am EST
ease concerns over ban none's past. >> that's not the steve ban none that i know and i spend a lot of time with him and here's a guy who is a harvard business school, london school economic, ten year advising admirals. >> i find him to be a very, very smart man and a loyal patriotic american and sometimes in politics you get labelled a certain way or another way, but i think people will find in him a real asset to the country. >> despite democrat's efforts to bash ban none, president obama in his first press conference since the election is refusing to attack trump for the hiring position. >> it would not appropriate for donald trump will be the next president the 45th president of the united states and it will be up to him to set up a team that he thinks will serve him well and reflect his policies. >> president obama even went so far as to vouch for trump's own foreign policy positions, saying while trump campaigned hard against nato, the relationship with the organization would co intense jockeying has rudy guiliani as a top contender as secretary of state. >> rudy guiliani and joh
ease concerns over ban none's past. >> that's not the steve ban none that i know and i spend a lot of time with him and here's a guy who is a harvard business school, london school economic, ten year advising admirals. >> i find him to be a very, very smart man and a loyal patriotic american and sometimes in politics you get labelled a certain way or another way, but i think people will find in him a real asset to the country. >> despite democrat's efforts to bash ban none,...
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Today : WRAL : March 7, 2016 9:00am-10:59am EST
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the plaza. we'd like to think they're here for us but we know why they're here. steve harvey is our special co-host. >> really? >> he didn't know unless five minutes ago. you a check? this. >> al can write you a little something. al's gotcha. we have steve with us. he has the new show "little big other things he does every day. we're listening to your jam right now, earth, wind and fire. >> number one song. >> good shot. >> "little big shots," it'll be a hit, first of all, because you're good with the kids but it's not a competition, right? >> everybody wins. if you have a competition, you're going to have children crying. nobody wants that. >> right. >> but they all are so gifted, man, with what they do. >> oh. >> we let them come out and do world. we just have fun with them and we talk. they just do some amazing stuff, man. >> like "america's got talent" meets "kids say the darndest things." >> that's right. the best part for me is the interview. when you sit there and treat children like adults, they have some real stuff for you. >> oh, yes. >> because you can't prep them, you kn
the plaza. we'd like to think they're here for us but we know why they're here. steve harvey is our special co-host. >> really? >> he didn't know unless five minutes ago. you a check? this. >> al can write you a little something. al's gotcha. we have steve with us. he has the new show "little big other things he does every day. we're listening to your jam right now, earth, wind and fire. >> number one song. >> good shot. >> "little big shots,"...
since the election. democrats list 169 out of 188 members of congress demanding trump release steve ban none. but perhaps the most boisterous ban none nomination may have come from bernie sanders. >> i call upon mr. trump to rescind t a president of the united states should not have a racist at his side. unacceptable. >> now, in a rare move the new set of police officer involved in the july shooting death of philandro castile has been charged with third degree a recent robbery. her girlfriend live streamed the after shooting. he is expected to plead not guilty in court on friday. nbc's blake mccoy brings us the details. >> oh my god, please don't tell me he's dead. >> reporter: the after math of philandro castile seen around the world. the officer is being charged. and discharge of a firearm, each carrying up to five years. he previously said he thought castile had a permit. >> i told him not to reach for it. i told him to get his hand off it. >> you told to him get his i.d., sir, his driver's license. >> reporter: he said castile was calm. protest that he wasn't reaching for his gun. t
since the election. democrats list 169 out of 188 members of congress demanding trump release steve ban none. but perhaps the most boisterous ban none nomination may have come from bernie sanders. >> i call upon mr. trump to rescind t a president of the united states should not have a racist at his side. unacceptable. >> now, in a rare move the new set of police officer involved in the july shooting death of philandro castile has been charged with third degree a recent robbery. her...
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Today : WCNC : March 7, 2016 7:00am-10:00am EST
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field here. she always makes me smile. i don't know why. rita wilson and steve harvey are here live, as well. >> carson daly joined the table. >> always makes me smile. >> star power there. >>> we want to begin this half hour as we've been doing, remembering the life of nancy reagan. she reshaped what it meant to be first lady. the driving force behind one of the nation's most popular presidents. let's go back to natalie at the reagan presidential library this morning. she has more on nancy reagan's life and legacy. good morning again. >> good morning once again. tributes are flooding in from all over the world honoring nancy reagan. many remembering her, of course, reagan, her husband of 52 252 years. >> reporter: late sunday, the hearse carrying the former first lady's body left her home in los angeles. according to a spokesperson, mrs. reagan will be buried at the ronald reagan presidential library in simi valley, california, next to her husband, ronald wilson reagan. the 94-year-old died of congestive heart failure. her daughter releasing a blog overnight. my mother died peacefu
field here. she always makes me smile. i don't know why. rita wilson and steve harvey are here live, as well. >> carson daly joined the table. >> always makes me smile. >> star power there. >>> we want to begin this half hour as we've been doing, remembering the life of nancy reagan. she reshaped what it meant to be first lady. the driving force behind one of the nation's most popular presidents. let's go back to natalie at the reagan presidential library this...
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Early Today : WAVY : January 13, 2016 4:00am-4:30am EST
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ahead, one of the original ghost busters has died. >>> steve harvey sits down with miss columbia. can you say awkward? it's nex ppt ppt to geico and got more. more savings on car insurance? yeah bro-fessor, and more. like renters insurance. more ways to save. nice, bro-tato chip. that's not all, bro-tein shake. geico has motorcycle and rv insurance, too. oh, that's a lot more. oh yeah, i'm all about more, teddy brosevelt. want to survive a crazy busy day? sfx: cell phone chimes start with a positive attitude... and positively radiant skin. aveeno positively radiantmoisturizer... with active naturals soy. aveeno naturally beautiful results . pepper discovers a wholesome breakfast with jimmy dean delights, made with real egg whites, lean cut meats, and whole grains. an excellent source of protein, it's a delicious way to fuel up on energy to help power through her morning run. which motivates these bikers to pedal faster, and inspires ted to land that front-side ollie. which delights everyone, including pepper's twins with jimmy dean delights, good mornings lead to great days. shin
ahead, one of the original ghost busters has died. >>> steve harvey sits down with miss columbia. can you say awkward? it's nex ppt ppt to geico and got more. more savings on car insurance? yeah bro-fessor, and more. like renters insurance. more ways to save. nice, bro-tato chip. that's not all, bro-tein shake. geico has motorcycle and rv insurance, too. oh, that's a lot more. oh yeah, i'm all about more, teddy brosevelt. want to survive a crazy busy day? sfx: cell phone chimes start...
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Today : WNCN : January 17, 2016 8:00am-9:00am EST
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at the award show. >>> steve harvey trying to make amends for the mistake at this year's miss universe pageant. we'll hear from him you totaled your brand new car. nobody's hurt, but there will still be pain. it comes when your insurance company says they'll only pay three quarters of what it takes to replace it. what are you supposed to do? drive three quarters of a car? now if you had liberty mutual new car replacement, you'd get your whole car back. i guess they don't want you...
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Today : WNBC : March 7, 2016 7:00am-10:00am EST
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the "today" show, sally field and steve >>> it's 8:00 on "today". coming up, remembering nancy reagan. we'll take a look back at the life and legacy of a woman who redefined the role of first lady. from her sense of style to her moments on "today". >> you have said in the past that your life began when you met ronald reagan. everybody made fun of me, but -- >> why did they make fun of you? >> sounds kind of square, i guess. >> we're live at the reagan presidential library in simi valley. >>> when rita wilson is here to talk health, hollywood and her role as a singer/songwriter. you make me feel >>> field of dreams. >> i'm sorry. tight quarters. i like your glasses. >> sally field joins us with a preview of her new coming of age film. today, monday, march 7th, 2016. come on and dance with me feel the music >> we're georgia peaches. >> all the way from pittsburgh. >> memphis in the house. >> good morning, kentucky. birthday! >>> we're back now on this monday morning. little unusual, we're opening up inside studio 1a. we'll get out there in a little while and say hi to the nice people li
the "today" show, sally field and steve >>> it's 8:00 on "today". coming up, remembering nancy reagan. we'll take a look back at the life and legacy of a woman who redefined the role of first lady. from her sense of style to her moments on "today". >> you have said in the past that your life began when you met ronald reagan. everybody made fun of me, but -- >> why did they make fun of you? >> sounds kind of square, i guess. >>...
Today : KUSA : March 7, 2016 7:00am-10:00am MST
fields here. she always makes me smile. rita wilson and steve harvey. >> carson daly has joined us. >> star power there. >>> first want to begin this half hour, of course, as we've been doing all morning, reagan. she was a woman who reshaped what it meant to be first lady. the driving force behind one of presidents. natalie is at the reagan presidential library. natalie, good morning again. good morning once again. tributes are flooding in from all over the world honoring nancy reagan. many remembering her for her utter devotion to ronald regan, her husband of 52 years. this morning just three days ago, by the way, would have anniversary anniversary. >> late sunday the hearse carrying the first lady's body she will be buried at the ronald regan presidential library in simi valley, california, next to her husband ronald wilson reagan. she died of congestive heart failure sunday morning. her daughter patti davis released a blog. my mother died peacefully in her sleep. it was how she wanted to go. nancy reagan is being remembered this morning as a formidable first lady who was a 5'4"
fields here. she always makes me smile. rita wilson and steve harvey. >> carson daly has joined us. >> star power there. >>> first want to begin this half hour, of course, as we've been doing all morning, reagan. she was a woman who reshaped what it meant to be first lady. the driving force behind one of presidents. natalie is at the reagan presidential library. natalie, good morning again. good morning once again. tributes are flooding in from all over the world honoring...
Early Today : WCAU : November 23, 2016 4:00am-4:31am EST
that mean we're heed for a pullback? market guru steve sedgwick is next and stephen colbert manned the butterball hotline. >> this is steve. how can i help you? >> i hope you can. this is really a question about stuffing, if i -- >> do you call it stuffing or dressing? >> i call it stuffing. >> okay. wrong answer, bye-bye. stuffing. >> okay. ong answer, bye-bye. >>> in today's quick hits, police dashcam video captured a massive fireball flying over central florida. the bright flash is believed to have been a meteor. there were no reports of any damage. >>> a fresno, california, cat was rescued here after being stranded atop a power pole for nine entire days without any food or water at all. the brave feline was lowered to the ground by a power company worker reunited by the worker. look at that, starving and able to enjoy his favorite meal. >> adorable. >> it's a yearly tradition. today president obama will pardon his final thanksgiving turkeys as "the to the show" jimmy fallon points out. after eight years the president might be over it. >> today i have the awesome responsibility
that mean we're heed for a pullback? market guru steve sedgwick is next and stephen colbert manned the butterball hotline. >> this is steve. how can i help you? >> i hope you can. this is really a question about stuffing, if i -- >> do you call it stuffing or dressing? >> i call it stuffing. >> okay. wrong answer, bye-bye. stuffing. >> okay. ong answer, bye-bye. >>> in today's quick hits, police dashcam video captured a massive fireball flying over...
Today : WTMJ : November 14, 2016 7:00am-8:59am CST
savannah? >> peter, thank you. >>> another big person until pick, steve bannon, will serve as donald trump's chief strategist and senior counselor. it is a pick that immediately caught some controversy. nbc's hallie jackson in washington with more on that. hallie, good morning. >> reporter: hey there, savannah, good morning to you. steve bannon, the former head of breitbart news, has been a controversial figure in the president-elect's orbit from the his supporters are now applauding his new white house role. critics are growing very concerned about what kind of world he might bring to the west wing. often on stage with his boss, steve bannon now in the spotlight after helping to propel donald trump to the presidency, promoted to chief strategist in a position to shape the future president's policies. ban be, one of trump's first appointments, and already his most controversial. before joining trump's campaign news, a site with often offensive headlines like this one calling a conservative columnist a renegade jew. bannon saying this summer he wanted breitbart to be the platform of t
savannah? >> peter, thank you. >>> another big person until pick, steve bannon, will serve as donald trump's chief strategist and senior counselor. it is a pick that immediately caught some controversy. nbc's hallie jackson in washington with more on that. hallie, good morning. >> reporter: hey there, savannah, good morning to you. steve bannon, the former head of breitbart news, has been a controversial figure in the president-elect's orbit from the his supporters are now...
Today : KUSA : November 14, 2016 7:00am-10:01am MST
priebus. and his steve strategist steve conservative news sight breitbart. both men to seven as equal partners. priebus pick celebrated by established republicans but not likely with trump's outsider base. one campaign source telling nbc news instead of draining the swamp we put in the head alligator. bannon bomb thrower lining up with the alt-right and white nationalists. defending bannon saying he has despiting breitbart. the president-elect documented to crack down on undocumented immigrants beginning with criminals. >> what we are going to do is get the people that have criminal records, gang members, drug dealers, we have a lot of these people, probably 2 million, could be 3 million, after the bord er is secured. determination. >> paul ryan says there won't be mass deportation. >> donald trump is not planning on that. >> as for his signature campaign pledge, trump now says in places he'll settle for a fence. trump's also promising to appoint supreme court justices who are antiabortion acknowledging roe v. wade could eventually be overturned affecting women's access to abort
priebus. and his steve strategist steve conservative news sight breitbart. both men to seven as equal partners. priebus pick celebrated by established republicans but not likely with trump's outsider base. one campaign source telling nbc news instead of draining the swamp we put in the head alligator. bannon bomb thrower lining up with the alt-right and white nationalists. defending bannon saying he has despiting breitbart. the president-elect documented to crack down on undocumented...
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NBC 6 South Florida Today at 11am : WTVJ : March 21, 2016 11:00am-11:30am EDT
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. protests on the island as well as in miami, for that wre going to go to steve lits who is at versailles with some of the protests at havana. >> reporter: hi jackie, a little take a look. there's street paving machine. protesters out here, you can see putting a mr. obama's picture and then rolling right over it with tha of heavy equipment there, just one way they are expressing their anger out here, as to how upset they are that this day is actually happening. these protests out here, we're live outside versaillele out here in little havana. these happen on a regular basis. sometimes even weekly. day, they have stepped up their efforts today. all of these people we talked with, just keep on talking about and they are very loud about their opinions about how they think it is just flat-out wrong and mr. obama is in cuba today meeting with raul castro, let alone warming relations and doing business with the castro brothers. you know, it got a little tennis -- tense here a little earlier today. wearing a shirt and walked through this area with a man and boy, they got the attention
. protests on the island as well as in miami, for that wre going to go to steve lits who is at versailles with some of the protests at havana. >> reporter: hi jackie, a little take a look. there's street paving machine. protesters out here, you can see putting a mr. obama's picture and then rolling right over it with tha of heavy equipment there, just one way they are expressing their anger out here, as to how upset they are that this day is actually happening. these protests out here,...
NBC10 News Today 11am : WCAU : November 9, 2016 11:00am-12:01pm EST
. >> adrienne: oh, i am. i really am. lucas makes me so happy. ramatic music] ♪ >> steve: so how's it feeling? >> joey: hurts worse now than when i got it. >> steve: hmm. >> joey: i swear the doctor had a smile on his face as he was zapping me. >> steve: oh, come on. >> joey: there was a burning smell. >> steve: ooh, don't tell me about the burning smell. the important thing is, scorpion branding is gone. >> joey: at least mom will be relieved. >>
. >> adrienne: oh, i am. i really am. lucas makes me so happy. ramatic music] ♪ >> steve: so how's it feeling? >> joey: hurts worse now than when i got it. >> steve: hmm. >> joey: i swear the doctor had a smile on his face as he was zapping me. >> steve: oh, come on. >> joey: there was a burning smell. >> steve: ooh, don't tell me about the burning smell. the important thing is, scorpion branding is gone. >> joey: at least mom will be...
News 3 Live Today : KSNV : November 16, 2016 5:00am-6:00am PST
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year. we heard from the district attorney steve wilson yesterday who people have less than an ounce of marijuana on them, he's he's not going to prosecute those people as long as they keep their noses clean. >> smoking in restaurants and bars is allowed in denver. >> kim: hello amsterdam. >> this ballot initiative passed in denver. you're not going to be able to smoke it inside. you will not be able to buy it inside those restaurants, you'll have to bring your own but they are going to start allowing this. >> kim: this is still against federal law but look how state laws continue to progress on this issue. she's going to be on the front line with that issue in nevada and now we're hearing why a life long republican who was changing her party affiliation, now she that is patricia farley. she's now going to identify as a democrat. she made the move because of frustrations with how the system was working. she felt pressure to adopt a party platform with republicans that didn't suit her needs as a person. she says she has her own ideas on the agenda. pressure? >> yes. and that was part
year. we heard from the district attorney steve wilson yesterday who people have less than an ounce of marijuana on them, he's he's not going to prosecute those people as long as they keep their noses clean. >> smoking in restaurants and bars is allowed in denver. >> kim: hello amsterdam. >> this ballot initiative passed in denver. you're not going to be able to smoke it inside. you will not be able to buy it inside those restaurants, you'll have to bring your own but they...
Early Today : WFLA : November 23, 2016 4:00am-4:30am EST
reaches high levels. steve state of emergency wick is next. first, stephen colbert's man mans the butterball hot line. >> there is steve, how can i help you? >> oh, i hope you can. this is a question about stuffing. if i -- >> okay. do you call it stuffing or dressing? >> i call it stuffing. . >> okay. today's video captured a massive fireball the bright flash is believed to be a meteor. in fresno, california, a cat was rescued after they went nine days without food or watt at all t. brave feline was lowered to the ground by a worker reunited starveding look at that, he was able to enjoy his meal. >>> it's that time of year, it's a yearly tradition. today president obama will pardon his final thanksgiving turkeys, as the "tonight show" jimmy fallon points out, after eight years the president might be over it. >> today i have the awesome responsibility of granting a pardon to a pair of turkeys. we can't wait to pardon these >> the most powerful position in the world brings with it many awesome and solemn responsibilities. this is not one of them. >> it is, it is a little puzzling t
reaches high levels. steve state of emergency wick is next. first, stephen colbert's man mans the butterball hot line. >> there is steve, how can i help you? >> oh, i hope you can. this is a question about stuffing. if i -- >> okay. do you call it stuffing or dressing? >> i call it stuffing. . >> okay. today's video captured a massive fireball the bright flash is believed to be a meteor. in fresno, california, a cat was rescued after they went nine days without...
Today : WKYC : November 14, 2016 7:00am-10:00am EST
by WKYC
reince priebus. and his chief strategist, steve conservative news site, breitbart. the reince priebus pick celebrated by republicans but not likely with trump's base. one source telling nbc news, instead of draining the swarm, we just put in the head el gator. bannon's a bomb throwing seen as having controversial views light lining up with the alt-right and nationalists. but associates are defending bannon saying he has inclusive personal views despite breitbars on "60 minutes," trump's first tv interview since his surprise victory, the president-elect vowed to crack down on undocumented immigrants beginning with criminals. >> what we are going to do is get the people that are criminal and have criminal records, gang members, drug dealers -- we have a lot of these people. probably 2 million, maybe even 3 million. after the border is secured and after everything gets normalized we're going to make a determination. >> reporter: house speaker paul deportation. >> we are not planning on erecting a deportation force. donald trump's not planning on that. >> reporter: as for his signature ca
reince priebus. and his chief strategist, steve conservative news site, breitbart. the reince priebus pick celebrated by republicans but not likely with trump's base. one source telling nbc news, instead of draining the swarm, we just put in the head el gator. bannon's a bomb throwing seen as having controversial views light lining up with the alt-right and nationalists. but associates are defending bannon saying he has inclusive personal views despite breitbars on "60 minutes,"...
Today : WHDH : July 29, 2016 7:00am-9:01am EDT
by WHDH
himself. >> hallie jackson, thank you. >> let's look at the road ahead for hillary clinton. steve kornacki, good morning. you have the same battlegrounds that all candidates are fighting over. do you see that change in that dynamic this time? >> this is what it looked like in 2012. we are in the longest period of stability in american donald trump appealing to different voters and turning off different voters than we're used to and there's a new fault line closing off traditional states for him and opening some up maybe. >> what are hardest states to turn from blue to red? >> he has to flip blue states to get to 270. you think of two right away. look at virginia and look at colorado. remember how much time we spent on these states the last few elections? if you look at the type of voter college educated and more culturally moderate and rising hispanic population in colorado. these states may close off donald trump even though they were prime battlegrounds four years ago. the flip side is he's appealing to blue collar voters. pennsylvania. state republicans haven't carried since '8
himself. >> hallie jackson, thank you. >> let's look at the road ahead for hillary clinton. steve kornacki, good morning. you have the same battlegrounds that all candidates are fighting over. do you see that change in that dynamic this time? >> this is what it looked like in 2012. we are in the longest period of stability in american donald trump appealing to different voters and turning off different voters than we're used to and there's a new fault line closing off...
Today : WCAU : July 3, 2016 8:00am-9:01am EDT
, also. >> shooting stars and the eagles. >> quiting it. >> steve is the political correspondent, our numbers guru and the fashion icon at the van guard of a movement that has political analysts wearing sweaters, khakis and well-worn new balance sneakers. >> could i get away with that this morning? >> sure. >> the one day this guy puts on a tie. >> no choice. >> for the 4th of july. thank you for being here on this holiday weekend. let's start, liz, with what we've been seeing with secretary hillary clinton. she says she went into the fbi for a voluntary interview. apparently the fbi is taking drop ins for interviews. what does this amount to for her anyway you slice it it's not great for this campaign. >> absolutely. regardless of whether this turns out with an indictment, which it doesn't look like it will. this is bad. this fits into the narrative that donald trump is pushing and this is crooked hillary attacking her character and voters not trusting her and it's very telling that a candidate like donald trump whose rating is 2% in terms of what he says is true is able to swing tha
, also. >> shooting stars and the eagles. >> quiting it. >> steve is the political correspondent, our numbers guru and the fashion icon at the van guard of a movement that has political analysts wearing sweaters, khakis and well-worn new balance sneakers. >> could i get away with that this morning? >> sure. >> the one day this guy puts on a tie. >> no choice. >> for the 4th of july. thank you for being here on this holiday weekend. let's start,...
KPNX (NBC)
12 News Today : KPNX : November 15, 2016 4:30am-5:00am MST
by KPNX
steve bannon - who has been selected as chief white house strategist.. critics are because bannon has ties to an alternate right movement that include whtie nationalist elements. but trump's campaign but trump's campaign manager - kelly-anne conway.. is urging critics to trump may be adding a third member very soon. former new york mayor - rudy guiliani is rumored to be a top candidate for position of secretary of state. meanwhile.. president obama landed in greece just hours ago.. before taking off.. the president answered reporters' questions.. for the first time since the election. he reassured americans that he is hopeful for trump's success.. and even weighed in on the president-elect's recent appointees... the president will be overseas for a week-long tour to enforce america's support on a range of global issues essential to national security and stability. still ahead on 12 today.. from cookies.. to candy bars - the latest business move by oreo.. that's next in the morning juice. president elect trump says he wants to build that wall between the u-s and mexico.but one tribe in
steve bannon - who has been selected as chief white house strategist.. critics are because bannon has ties to an alternate right movement that include whtie nationalist elements. but trump's campaign but trump's campaign manager - kelly-anne conway.. is urging critics to trump may be adding a third member very soon. former new york mayor - rudy guiliani is rumored to be a top candidate for position of secretary of state. meanwhile.. president obama landed in greece just hours ago.. before...
Early Today : KPNX : September 30, 2016 4:00am-4:30am MST
consumers are getting a jump on holiday shopping. with us, steve cedric joins us from london with those stories and more. good morning, steve. >> very good morning to you, dara. it's the end of the quarter and last day of trading. okay for the market. the nasdaq has flown up 9%. apple and facebook have been big gainers there. i have to say european shares are under a lot of pressures. watch the futures this morning. now back to the report from capital economics about donald trump's plan to put a 45% tariff on chinese goods if he becomes president. buyers beware because according to economics it could drive up the retail price of chinese goods by 10%. bearing in mind, three quarters of all mobile phones and laptops come from china, thad could be a sting for consumers as well. and you mentioned that christmas story. i cannot believe it's september and i'm talking about christmas. 1 million americans have already finished their shopping. 34 million americans have started shopping as well. but apparently 75% of them have got their head right on this one. they believe it's wrong to see the h
consumers are getting a jump on holiday shopping. with us, steve cedric joins us from london with those stories and more. good morning, steve. >> very good morning to you, dara. it's the end of the quarter and last day of trading. okay for the market. the nasdaq has flown up 9%. apple and facebook have been big gainers there. i have to say european shares are under a lot of pressures. watch the futures this morning. now back to the report from capital economics about donald trump's plan...
Today : KSNV : September 17, 2016 7:00am-8:00am PDT
rocket. steve paterson with more. flying 2,000 feet at 400 miles per hour. and more than 40 years in the making. >> amazing. >> i liked it. >> reporter: this morning, eddie braun celebrated. he has done something no one has done before. jump snake river canyon in a steam power rocket. >> no one has done this. >> reporter: back in 1974, evel knievel hopped his most tight stunts. his attempt failed and he was sent into the canyon. >> the only other guy to try it is my hero evel knievel. he wasn't successful. >> reporter: the stunt man says meeting evel knievel as a boy in the '70s changed his life get to this point. a lot of sweat and tears and anxiety. >> reporter: in an effort to succeed, braun spent close to $1.6 million of his own money to secure the jump. >> we are all here for the coolness of it. it's a rocket. it's evel knievel. >> reporter: all adding up to a moment that will live forever. steve >> if you paid me $1 million, would i do it? >> you would. >> would you? >> i don't know. >> you have the parchute. >> you would do it for $1 million? >> there is something that can go
rocket. steve paterson with more. flying 2,000 feet at 400 miles per hour. and more than 40 years in the making. >> amazing. >> i liked it. >> reporter: this morning, eddie braun celebrated. he has done something no one has done before. jump snake river canyon in a steam power rocket. >> no one has done this. >> reporter: back in 1974, evel knievel hopped his most tight stunts. his attempt failed and he was sent into the canyon. >> the only other guy to try...
jackson at the white house thisorningthank you. >>t's>lering in nolle wallace a steve kornacki who at this poin nt need introduction. nicolle, you've been there. what are these meetings about? the white house is this scene, this is the peaceful transfer of power. there isons of symbolism. but it is alsoy personal. >> it is very personal. and there is a lot of talk about when you turn the page, a hard-fought campaign is over. governor christie has talked about, trump's election, president obama was one of the most powerful spokesmen in makg the case against trump's candidacy. so everyone is committed to turning the page because the business govning is so much more grave than the business of campaigning. but these are human beings. they're not robots. >> what nicolle is saying, is you can't unring a bell. some of thehings that have been said during the course of this campaign a going to stick around. >> it's interesting, what's called has been so strikingly different than the election itself. i think that probably is encouraging to everybody becse we thought such an unprecedented cam
jackson at the white house thisorningthank you. >>t's>lering in nolle wallace a steve kornacki who at this poin nt need introduction. nicolle, you've been there. what are these meetings about? the white house is this scene, this is the peaceful transfer of power. there isons of symbolism. but it is alsoy personal. >> it is very personal. and there is a lot of talk about when you turn the page, a hard-fought campaign is over. governor christie has talked about, trump's election,...
Early Today : WTMJ : November 9, 2016 4:00am-4:30am CST
north carolina. steve, let's start with you democrats initially crumbled at the end of the night. what happened? >> absolutely stunning. took the state. he did it in such a historic fashion. generally the presidential candidate that carries, either suburban philadelphia counties that surround the city centers generally within they win these counties, they win the state and hillary clinton had a great ground game here. she won those counties. she won the city centers around philadelphia. >> that speaks to this revolution that i think we all in the state that went completely red. we are joined by emmy in a diner at 4:00 in the morning. you are a clinton supporter, how do you feel about president trump? >> i am scared. i am really scared. i am afraid we will become a 2nd, 3rd world nation and kicked out of the u.n.. i am afraid there will be more war and i don't think it's necessary. >> i think something we all did not respect today. >> steve patterson in wayne, pennsylvania, thank you. i want to turn out to miami florida, all eyes were fixed overnight for trump's political future h
north carolina. steve, let's start with you democrats initially crumbled at the end of the night. what happened? >> absolutely stunning. took the state. he did it in such a historic fashion. generally the presidential candidate that carries, either suburban philadelphia counties that surround the city centers generally within they win these counties, they win the state and hillary clinton had a great ground game here. she won those counties. she won the city centers around philadelphia....
one of his appointments. >> criticism is pouring in on donald trump's choice of steve bannen >> liz website is a favorite of extremist and white national list. >> it is a very balanced, very smart man. >> i look forward to having a discussion with whoever they appoint to administration. >> president obama is giving president elect advice on how to heal a divided nation. the kinds of things that can set a tone. >> including reports that steve and mr. trump's finance chair is being considered as treasury secretary. conservative radio host laura ingram as press secretary and rudy as secretary of state. >> i won't be attorney general. i can escape t >> insiders say the trump transition is ahead of schedule. >> kim: we go local with this one. the local man accused of shooting and killing a mom in front of her own home is expected to face a judge. he goes by baby g. he will like to take his guilty plea back in this case. in this last hearing in attorney. that's the mom that lost her life. he claims his former attorney pressured him into pleading guilty. police say he helped now escape the
one of his appointments. >> criticism is pouring in on donald trump's choice of steve bannen >> liz website is a favorite of extremist and white national list. >> it is a very balanced, very smart man. >> i look forward to having a discussion with whoever they appoint to administration. >> president obama is giving president elect advice on how to heal a divided nation. the kinds of things that can set a tone. >> including reports that steve and mr. trump's...
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About JonBladesman
Blades and playoffs
JonBladesman replied to ukdobby's topic in Sheffield Football
I think we've beaten the 3 clubs you mentioned, so I'd be happy with them. I'd also be happy with any of the top ten. It's a lottery as they say! Careful, you'll be accused of trolling soon lol Mods... can you delete this thread please, as it's not to my liking and it upsets me. (JOKE DON"T DELETE IT)
Stuart Grays position.
JonBladesman replied to web1's topic in Sheffield Football
It's called supporting a Sheffield club
Di Caneo for Barnsley?
JonBladesman replied to rossyrooney's topic in Sheffield Football
Di Canio would be great for Barnsley. I've said before, he needs to manage a smaller club with smaller players so that they buy into his ways. Di Canio will be a great manager... he's a little miss understood... but hey, he's be a big success with the right club. It's not that he's got to fit into the right club, it's that the club's got to fit into his ways. I'd fancy him to do well at Barnsley.
I'm at a loss as to why Grays been hounded by some, there as bad as Newcastle fans! You'll definitely get 50 points. Should this happen... would you still stick with Gray?
Derby vs The Owls
JonBladesman replied to Groose's topic in Sheffield Football
You've got to be happy with your 2 goals. Psychologically it might lift the burden. Losing 3-2 to them is no disgrace. Mind you I think Derby are having their dodgy patch. Didn't they draw with Rotherham 3-3?
Dem 10 man Blades draw and the Massive lose.
JonBladesman replied to trav4's topic in Sheffield Football
If you don't win them, I think your in for a very nervous time. But I think you'll win them. Any club below Millwall IMO will be down.
How many points have you gained over 7 games? Now that's relegation fodder lol
I'm with you with this... it would be a disgrace if he got sacked. He's been their best manager in years.
Gray IN or Gray OUT ??
JonBladesman replied to owl.66's topic in Sheffield Football
haha we know what you mean mate... ---------- Post added 21-02-2015 at 18:16 ---------- yes good thanks; what's with the I'm not that bad am I??
Hiya Gazza, how are you matey? Think the poll should be... can you trust Gray with signing strikers??
I put no and meant to put yes... keep him in He's doing a splendid job! The Wednesday fans are so so fickle... he's was god the other week, now your all saying get rid of him! Gray...in!
No matter how much they dress it up CB it's relegation form for them at the moment. Why go on an owls thread and talk about the Blades Castleboy?
I'm good mate... how are you? Di Canio... might not be for Wednesday but sooner or later he's going to be a massive hit with a club. I think he needs to manage a relatively smaller club, a club that will buy into his philosophy and do well. Yes he's a bit different... but he'll be a class manager with the right club and players. Back on topic... You lot were unlucky... but I said it back in October... this lack of goals might come back and haunt you at the end of the season. Don't think you'll go down, but it might make you feel a little uncomfortable. As for us... can't fault them. Baxter being sent off might was a blow but... whatever level your at... coming back from 2 goals down with 10 men, is very impressive. ---------- Post added 21-02-2015 at 17:55 ---------- Always the same... We've done very well today... our players need to take credit in the way we come back. Wednesday were unlucky tbf but it can't help Grays situation, it's relegation form they have at the moment.
Scoring goals against one of the league leaders has got to give you something. Without looking at the last time you scored 2... got to give you a bit of confidence. Haven't they got Bent too?? So all in all... it wasn't a disgrace.
Blades vs Coventry
JonBladesman replied to canadablade's topic in Sheffield Football
Yes, If you say so dobby. A bit black and white... but if you say so.
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Innovators: Nicky Siano
New York-Le Bain
On Monday, June 5th, Giant Step presents its new summer party series, Innovators, featuring New York DJ pioneer Nicky Siano.
NICKY SIANO,
A CLUB INNOVATOR
"If I wrote a book, it would be about the entire dance music industry, the Gallery, Larry Levan, Frankie Knuckles, my relationship with them, how the records were introduced, how we found records, what record companies were doing to help us, and then hinder us, how I met Grace Jones, Loretta Hollaway, Arthur Russell, what he was like to work with….how the Garage opened, the steps that Larry took, where he played before the Garage. The Hollywood, Le Jardin, the first Limelight, The Loft, David Mancuso and my 40-year friendship with him, Studio 54, Buttermilk bottom, and on and on and on…"
ABOUT THE OPENING
OF STUDIO 54
"I got the opening night invitation a few days later in the mail. It was a thick envelope, 8” x 10”. Inside, folded four ways, was a 16” x 20” color POSTER. In 1977, this was unheard of. Club owners were still sending out Xeroxed flyers. We had surpassed that at the Gallery sending out a collage by our resident artist, Christopher Estridge, for my birthday, which blew everything else away. Now there was this, a whole new generation of club owners, and the way they thought creating a buzz should happen, it was impressive. That night, I put on my finest Fiorucci jeans (very popular at the time) and a silk Fiorucci shirt, grabbed my friend Louis and off we went to the opening of Studio 54."
On Monday, June 5th, Le Bain & Giant Step present Innovators
featuring Nicky Siano and Natasha Diggs
The Standard, High Line | 8pm
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January at Le Bain
Start 2020 on Le Bain's dance floor with Paradisco, Tony Humphries, Rich Medina, DJ Spinna, Willie Graff, Nachtbraker, Nulu Movement, Uproot Andy and many more!
December at Le Bain
New Year's Eve with Funky Sensation featuring François K, DJ Spinna and Julie McKnight, Rich Medina's 50th birthday bash, Detroit Love featuring Holographic, DJ Minx and The Duchess, Tony Humphries, Angèle's after party, Occupy The Disco, Never Fake It, Musclecars Vs. Love Injection... Let's celebrate the last nights of the 2010's with a bang!
New Year's Eve at Le Bain
New Year's Eve 2020 at Le Bain is a Funky Sensation featuring two of New York greatest DJs, François K and DJ Spinna and a special performance by Julie McKnight, singing the worldwide hits 'Finally' and 'Diamond Life'.
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STAR focus: Measurements of the transverse-momentum-dependent cross sections of $J/\psi$ production at mid-rapidity in proton+proton collisions at $\sqrt{s}$ = 510 and 500 GeV
The STAR Collaboration has recently published "Measurements of the transverse-momentum-dependent cross sections of $J/\psi$ production at mid-rapidity in proton+proton collisions at $\sqrt{s}$ = 510 and 500 GeV with the STAR detector" in Physical Review D 100, 052009 (2019).
The $J/\psi$ meson is a subatomic particle, a bound state of charm and anticharm quarks, which was discovered in 1974 at Brookhaven National Laboratory (BNL) and Standford Linear Accelerator Center. However, the $J/\psi$ production mechanism is still not yet fully understood after several decades of the discovery. Therefore, it is important to continue confronting the models that incorporate the most current understanding with new data.
Relativistic Heavy-Ion Collider (RHIC) at BNL provides a unique collision energy to study the detailed production mechanism of the $J/\psi$. In addition, in 2013-2014 the STAR detector has implemented a new subdetector dedicated for muon detection, the Muon Telescope Detector (MTD), and this provides us an opportunity to probe the low-pT region of the $J/\psi$ production.
This publication presents the $J/\psi$ meson production cross sections in proton+proton collisions at center-of-mass energies of 510 and 500 GeV using the μ+μ- and e+e- decay channels to probe low-pT and high-pT regions, respectively.
FIG: (a) The $J/\psi$ differential full production cross sections as a function of $p_{T}^{J/\psi}$ in proton+proton collisions at $\sqrt{s}$ = 510 and 500 GeV measured through the $\mu^{+}\mu^{-}$ (blue stars) and $e^{+}e^{-}$ decay channels (red circles). The shaded region around the data points denotes the polarization envelope and the green curve is the estimation of the B-hadron feed-down from FONLL.
(b, c, d) Ratios of data and different model calculations to the Levy fit function.
Two different measurements of the inclusive $J/\psi$ production cross section have been presented. The first is a fidjucial cross section measurement utilizing only a restricted phase space as defined by detector acceptance. It is independent of the assumptions regarding polarization which results in a large systematic uncertainty at low pT. This allows direct comparisons between measurements and theoretical calculations in the future, for more discriminating tests of the models. The second is a full cross section measurement, as shown in the figure, accessing the full $J/\psi$ decay phase space, depending highly on assumptions regarding polarization. The calculations from Color Glass Condensate (CGC), Next-to-leading oder None-Relativistic QCD formalism (NLO NRQCD) and Improved Color Evaporation Model (ICEM), which cover low, high and both pT regions respectively, give a reasonable description for the data within the polarization envelope.
The results presented in this paper, together with cross section measurements at other energies, and measurements of the polarization, contribute to the goal of better understanding the production of heavy quarkonium in hadronic collisions. Model calculations, which incorporate different approaches toward the $J/\psi$ production mechanism, are compared with experimental results and show reasonable agreement within uncertainties.
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Whats Love Got To Do With It at Warrington Pyramid and Parr Hall
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About ST Foundation
ST Foundation’s network
Digital Unify
Local Communities & volunteering
DU Program’s Impact
DU 4 Kids
UN GAID
This has been a fantastic year for the STMicroelectronics Foundation. It has made a major leap forward in all its programs, many of which were formerly just at an embryonic stage.
This is the program of highest priority for the Foundation. In 2004, most of our financial resources have been dedicated to this program. Important advances have been made for this program in 2004 which can be summarized as follows:
Morocco Resumption at a very strong pace of deployment in Morocco with an increase of number of labs from 2 to 6 over the regions of Rabat, Meknes, and Ifrane. Total trainees at year end was 2,241, with a combined total for 2003 and 2004 of 2603 trainees.
Italy Continuation of cascading in Agrate (Milano); launch of a new lab in Arzano (Naples); resumption of ICB cascading in Catania.
Malta Continuation at a strong pace of cascading in Malta with important recognitions made by the local government who has asked the local volunteer DU team to train its Police Force and Military body.
India Launch of DU in India and preparation for full deployment in India. Set up of external labs has been delayed due to the need to set up a Liaison Office prior to starting operations in the country.
Meantime, employees of families have been trained throughout the year at the ST site in Noida, and the local management, volunteer ST DU team members and trainers in Noida have been establishing contacts and local partnerships so that as soon as the liaison office is set up, deployment can start.
Staff of local partners have also been trained at the Noida site to become trainers through the Digital Unify “Train the trainer” program.
Nepal A lab was set up in an orphanage in Nepal, via the AMTM (Associtation Medical Toit du Monde). Volunteer trainers in Noida have trained staff from the orphanage and cascading at the orphanage is due to start in 2005.
Malaysia The DU has been successfully launched in Malaysia with a first lab in Muar.
Tunisia Preparation for the launch of DU in Tunisia.
At year end, the program counted over 4000 trainees and over 250 trainers.
Total new trainers for 2004
Total trainees for 2004
Total trainers from beginning of program
Total trainees from beginning of program
DU Trainers and Trainees results
2003 2004 Change Total
Trainees 45
217 16% 83
Trainees 17 26
476 19% 130
2,241 519% 113
Trainees 103
Related to the DU program, the following activities have been accomplished in 2004:
definition of Overall Organisation for DU Deployment
constitution of Local Volunteer DU team members
establishment of a DU team per site of deployment
appointment of a DU team representative for each team
definition of roles and responsibilities of the local DU team members
Establishment of the role of STU as custodian and reviser of course didactics content, of trainer formation process (“train the trainer” program), and data tracking of volunteer ST Trainers.
The Foundation sponsors, coordinates and oversees DU deployment. The Foundation sponsors and oversees all TTT sessions and oversees course didactics revision by volunteer STU staff.
DU KIT Creation of a complete DU KIT for usage by local DU teams. The KIT covers standards for certificates, course manual introductions, pre and post evaluation forms, course didactics guidelines, trainer prerequisites, organizational roles of STU, the Foundation and local DU teams, identification of the names of all DU team representatives at all sites and all Key Trainers worldwide.
Data Tracking Tool ST staff has started to coordinate the development by the volunteer DU team in Noida a Data Tracking Tool on every ICB course delivered worldwide. Data from a given lab upon completion of an ICB course will be sent to nearest DU team and entered into the software by a DU team member.
E-learning A plan of action has been mapped out to bring the TTT program to e-learning. This would allow us to reduce significantly TTT Trainers’ traveling costs and reach remote locations where STMicroelectronics is not present.
Course Didactics Revision and Update All sites of DU deployment organized meetings in Q4 with trainers to synthesize comments and suggestions for improvements to be made to the course didactics. These reports have been elaborated by the Foundation and volunteer STU staff who will be in charge of revising/updating the ICB course by Q2 2005.
Presentations and Conferences Presentation by Elena Pistorio of the DU program at the Infopoverty Conference in Milano in April 2004
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Participation to the two UN ICT TF meetings in New York in March and in Berlin in November 2004.
Speech delivered at the plenary meeting in Berlin by Carlo Ottaviani on the role of stakeholders for sustainable and effective use of ICT technology for development.
Written contribution on the same subject was submitted to the TF, which will be published by the latter along with other TF members contributions.
“Children of Gujarat” Gift Matching Campaign The Gift Matching campaign, launched in Q3 at all sites in Italy and subsequently extended to the Geneva site, has the objective of finding 100 new sponsors amongst ST staff to adhere to the Sponsorship Scheme of CIAI (whereby for 310 Euros per year a sponsor provides schooling and health care to a child and allows his or her mother to attend vocational training classes and benefit from micro credit schemes to improve family income) for 100 children in 6 villages of Gujarat.
The campaign has been led via poster and video displays, as well as through general announcements via email to ST staff and at Foundation communication meetings in ST sites in Italy and in Geneva. Video and posters were made by volunteers and postproduction work was kindly granted so that the entire campaign was at zero cost to the Foundation.
The Foundation has chosen to devolve the matching for 100 sponsorships for the set up wells and pipelines in order to supply the 6 villages (9,000 inhabitants) with clean and drinkable water. Foundation has therefore donated 31,000 Euros to CIAI who will coordinate this project over 2004 and 2005.
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Donations made to deserving NGOs that employ the use of ICTs to achieve socio-economic, educational, and health-related development:
25 PCs to AMREF (African Medical and Research Foundation), based in Nairobi, Kenya for a hospital in Nairobi
10 PCs to Ecole de Kellé in Senegal
Donation of 7 new PCs and printer to AGDP (Association of Parents of victims and of persons affected by Down Sindrome) , Milano, Italy
10,353 Euros to AMTM (Association Medicale Toit du Monde), an NGO based in Paris, France, for the set-up of a PC lab at the Orphanage “Children of Sagarmatha” in Nepal, founded and run by AMTM
12,000 Euros to WITAR, Associazione Istituto Tecnico Alessandro Rossi nel Mondo, an NGO based in Italy, which is setting up a technical lycée in Burundi
20,000 USD to UNVolunteers which places university student volunteers in ICT4D projects in developing countries worldwide.
10,000 USD to Mission Betlemme Immense to contribute to the improvement of the “barefoot children” school in Ndola, Zambia – (the school was created by the missionaries for children who were not admitted to local schools because they could not afford a uniform and shoes – the school provides education to 140 children)
10,000 USD to OMCT (Organisation Mondiale contre la Torture), based in Geneva, Switzerland
40,000 USD to International Red Cross for the Tsunami relief effort
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(Forcella) Marmolada through Val Contrin
Italy, Europe
Lodewijk
Marmolada-Punta Penia
Hiking, Via Ferrata
A long day
Marmolada South Wall & Val Rosalia
View down to the Contrin valley
Marmolada is the highest mountain of the Dolomites and is often referred to as the Queen of the Dolomites. A variety of routes goes up this mountain with the Westgrat Via Ferrata (Hans Seyffert weg) being one of the most popular ones. There are two main routes to reach the start of this famous Via Ferrata to the summit of Marmolada. The most used one is from Pian dei Fiacconi (2626 meters), since it is easy accessable by using the cable car up from the Fedaia Pass (2054 meters). A longer, but certainly more beautiful alternative is the route through the Contrin valley, which is described on this page.
The route through the Contrin valley to the start of the Hans Seyffert-Weg is arguably the most beautiful route to get to the start of the Westgrat Via Ferrata. This route starts from the valley floor in Alba (1527m) near Canazei and goes all the way u through the scenic Contrin valley and the Val Rosalia to the Forcella de la Marmolada at 2897 meters, the start of the Westgrat Ferrata.
The scenic Trail in Val Contrin
Evening in Val Contrin
The first part of the route is easy along a broad path that goes up from Penia to the Rifugio Contrin at 2016 meters. Many hikers take this route up to the Rifugio and hike down again to the valley, which makes for a perfect day outing on easy terrain. After the rifugio the broad path stops and changes into a hiking trail (T2 and later T3). The route goes through the Val Rosalia in the direction of the Forcella Marmolada, the pass that seperates Marmolada from Gran Vernel (3210m). The last part involves a short Via Ferrata and is the most difficult section of the route.
Bridge over Ruf de Contrin
Marmolada South Wall
Above the rifugio late in the afternoon
The route starts at the Parking lot of the Cable car in Alba (1527m). Follow the trail into the direction of Val Contrin/ Rifugio Contrin. The route starts in a southern direction with a hiking trail through the dense forest outside of Alba. After a while, the forest clears and the Contrin valley is reached. The route leads over a broad unpaved road thorugh the scenic Contrin valley. The route follows the Ruf de Contrin, a river flowing through the valley. Keep following the trail until you eventually reach
the Rifugio Contrin at 2016 meters. This part of the route is easy and graded T2- at max. A lot of day-hikers go up from Alba to the Rifugio and back down again. It is possible to spend the night in the Rifugio. See the section below for more information.
Forcella Marmolada (2895m)
Great views down Val Rosalia and Contrin
View from Forcella Marmolada towards North
From the rifugio Contrin the trail leaves the broad Contrin valley and heads up the Val Rosalia in an eastern direction. The broad unpaved road makes place for a hiking trail and will soon start to gain in elevation. The trail is graded T2 and further on T3 at this point. The route through the Val Rosalia is quiet and scenic. You have stunning views on the dazzling South Wall of Marmolada at all times. Keep following the trail until you reach a junction. Taking a right will take you to the Passo Ombretta You have to take a left to the Forcella Marmolada. The trail becomes a little more difficult after the junction and shortly before the Forcella, the trail is protected with large wooden logs to prevent slipping. Watch your step here, this last part is graded T3+.
To reach the Forcella, a short Via Ferrata has to be overcome. This section is short but steep and includes a near vertical, steel ladder. After the ladder, the Forcella de Marmolada is reached and the route from Pian dei Fiaconi joins our route at this point. The remaining part of the route to the summit of Marmolada is the actual Westgrat Via Ferrata (or Hans Seyffert Weg). This route is described here on SP.
Signpost with Marmolada
Starting point for the route is Alba (1527m), situated in the Val di Fassa. Alba is the village next to the bigger and wellknown village of Canazei. You can reach Alba:
-From ora/Auer (exit Brennero highway) through Predazzo, Moena, Vigo di Fassa, Pozza di Fassa, Campitello di Fassa, Canazei by SS48
-From Cortina d'Ampezzo through Arabba and Passo Pordoi by SR48 (50 km) or through Giau Pass and Selva di Cadore.
-From Belluno through Agordo and Alleghe SP563
Rifugio Contrin
Rifugio Contrin (2026m)
The Rifugio Contrin is a guarded mountain Hut situated in the scenic Contrin valley. It is possible to spend the night and a restaurant is present as well. the rifugio can be reached from Alba in about 2 hours on easy terrain (T2-)
Name: Rifugio Contrin
Official Website: Here
Price: Here
Guarded from: 20/12 - 30/04 and 20/06 - 20/09
When to climb
The route from Alba to the Rifugio Contrin can be climbed from spring until fall. For the route from the Rifugio to the Forcella Marmolada the summer months (june until september) are best. Still, in June there is a possibility that snow is still present on the upper parts of the route. For the Westgrat Ferrata the best months are July, August and september. Still, in July there can be a lot of snow on the Westgrat Ferrata, so check the current condtions if you are planning a trip.
Me climbing the Crux of the Route
For the route from Alba to the Rifugio Contrin good hiking shoes are sufficient. The route between the rifugio and the Forcella Marmolada is more difficult and goes up to almost 2900 meters. Good hiking shoes are mandatory as well as warm clothing. A Via Ferrata-Set can be useful for the last 100 meters of the route, which includes a short Via Ferrata. If you plan to go on climbing Marmolada punta Penia over the Westgrat Via Ferrata a Ferrata-set is mandatory, as well as warm clothing and full glacial equipment if you plan to descent along the normal route.
Kompass 59 - Sellagruppe - 1:50.000
Kompass 686 - Val di Fassa - 1:25.000
Tabacco 06 - Val di Fassa - 1:25.000
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Routes in Italy
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Punta Serauta: Via Eterna - Brigata Cadore
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2 Kings 2 Kings 6
NAAMAN, THE SYRIAN LEPER
CRITICAL AND EXPLANATORY NOTES.—
2Ki . Naaman was a great man with his master— גִּבּוֹר חַיִל does not refer to mere physical force, but to the high esteem in which he was held at Court. Lord had given deliverances unto Syria—Not victories only, but national prestige, advantages, and prosperity.
2Ki . By companies—Maranding bands. These went out on predatory incursions.
2Ki . Would God— אַחֲלַי should be (as in Psa 119:5), "O! that," an optative particle from חָלָה, which, in Piel, means to caress, to beseech.
2Ki . And one went in—i.e., he, Naaman, went in.
2Ki . Ten talents of silver, &c.—The silver would value £3,421; the gold is not definite, but doubtless very considerable. Changes of raiment—These Oriental "holiday garments"— חֲלִיפוֹת בְּגָדִים—are costly state dresses, worn on festal occasions.
2Ki . King of Israel rent his clothes—Not from horror at the impiety of the thought; the unbelieving Jehoram was not likely to be so much troubled by the religious side of the case, as by the fear of a misunderstanding which might eventuate in war. And after the closing events of previous chapter, deserted as he then was, he had a barren outlook if war should arise.
2Ki . Strike his hand over the place— הֵנִיף יָד—to wave the hand, or to stroke with it.
2Ki . Abana and Pharpar—The former, Amana, coming from the hill Amana, and now called Barady; the latter, also a small stream flowing from the Antilibanus, probably now called Fyjeh.
2Ki . My father—An address full of respect and regard. How much rather—as in 2Sa 4:11.
2Ki . Take a blessing of thy servant—i.e., a gift— בְּרָכָה—as in Gen 33:10-11.
2Ki . Shall there not then—Should read literally, "And Oh!" or, "And if not." Two mules' burden of earth—For an altar (see Exo 20:24), under the idea that Jehovah would prefer the soil of His own land, on which sacrifices should be offered to Him by Naaman in Syria.
2Ki . House of Rimmon— רִמּוֹן, either from רסם, to be high; or רִמּוֹן, the pomegranate, the Oriental symbol of fruitfulness.
2Ki . A little way—i.e., a length of country, as in Gen 35:16
HOMILETICS OF 2Ki
NAAMAN A PICTURE OF THE HEATHEN IN SEARCH OF SAVING TRUTH
The story of Naaman is full of bewitching interest, and is one on which volumes have already been written. It is so suggestive of spiritual analogies that it reads like a page of New Testament doctrine inserted in the midst of Old Testament history. Though dealing with simple facts of history that occurred nearly three thousand years ago, we cannot resist the temptation to interpret it in the light of the Christian ideas of the nineteenth century. It is a testimony to the liberal and impartial spirit of Judaism that does not refuse help to a foreigner, a heathen, and he belonging to a people who were the enemies of Israel. It recognised the religious needs of humanity; it was the bigotry and unfaithfulness of its adherents that made Judaism exclusive and intolerant. There were many Israelitish lepers in Elisha's time, but they were not cleansed, because they sought it not from the God of Elisha (Luk ). Naaman, the heathen, manifests a faith not to be found in Israel, and is cleansed of his leprosy. He thus prefigured the gentiles of a later age, who earnestly sought and found the salvation of God from which many Jews were cut off because of their unbelief. The whole narrative is the scheme of salvation epitomised. It may be viewed as a picture of the heathen in search of saving truth.
I. Like Naaman, the heathen enjoys many worldly advantages (2Ki ).—By his strength and bravery Naaman had won the esteem of his king; he was loaded with honours, and surrounded with affluence and luxury. So the heathen lives among the fairest scenes of earth,
Whose every prospect pleases,
And only man is vile.
He is often raised to the highest dignities of earth, has unlimited command of wealth, and has the resources of commerce, science, art, and refinement ministering to his pleasure. Heathen is not always synonymous with barbarian. Some of the achievements of heathen genius have excelled the best productions of Western civilization. To be a heathen is not to be bereft of honour, of greatness, or of power.
II. Like Naaman, the heathen is suffering from a deadly disease.—"But he was a leper" (2Ki ).—"Every man has some but or other in his character, something that blemishes and diminishes him, some alloy to his grandeur, some damp to his joy. He may be very happy, very good, yet in something or other not so good as he should be, nor so happy as he would be. Naaman was as great as the world could make him, and yet, as Bishop Hall quaintly remarks, the basest slave in Syria would not change skins with him." The heathen is smitten with the leprosy of sin. This tarnishes every worldly honour, blights the loveliest scene, dims the brightest prospects, moderates every joy, poisons every cup.
III. Like Naaman. the heathen hears, often through insignificant agencies, of the possibility of cure (2Ki ).—A little captive maid, strong in her simple faith in the God of Israel, was the means of directing the proud but afflicted Naaman to the Divine source of healing. "When she was borne away from her home and native land, it seemed very unlikely she would be instrumental in bringing the light of a higher truth to illumine the darkness of a heathen court. It has often happened in the history of nations that an obscure prisoner has been the means of acquainting his captors with the knowledge of the only true God; the vanquished has been crowned with a brighter glory than that of the conqueror. Numerous and extensive as are the various agencies of the Christian church in heathen lands, they are but feeble and limited compared with the greatness of the work to be done. "But God hath chosen the weak things of the world to confound the things that are mighty" (1Co 1:27-29). The simple words of a solitary missionary, the artless conduct of a child, the stray teaching of a voiceless tract, the impression caused by a passing incident, may be Divinely blessed in leading a soul to light and truth and rest.
IV. Like Naaman, the heathen is intensely in earnest in seeking the means of deliverance (2Ki ). The interest of Naaman is roused, a ray of hope enters his breast, his prejudice is conquered, and, laden with rich presents and attended by an imposing retinue, he journies into the land of Israel, and stands at the door of the prophet. He is conscious of his malady, is distressed with its unsightly ravages, and, sustained with the prospect of recovery, he counts no toil too great, no sacrifice too costly, if he may but gain relief. So the heathen, when convinced of his deplorable condition, and catching a glimpse of the promised remedy, seeks, with all the greedy avidity of need and all the cheering buoyancy of hope, the help that brings deliverance. The cry of awakened and struggling heathendom enters the ear of a merciful and all-powerful Saviour.
V. Like Naaman, the heathen is offended at the method prescribed for obtaining the needed cure (2Ki ). Naaman expected that Elisha would come out to him, and make certain mysterious passes and signs, after the manner of a professional thaumaturge, and that the leprosy would vanish. It was a severe blow to his pride to be asked to bathe his stately though leprous limbs in the turbid waters of the Jordan, rather than in the clear limpid rivers of his native Damascus. The offence of the cross has not yet ceased. Heathens and Christians alike are offended at the simple terms of salvation. If it were necessary to do some exploit that would afford opportunity for the display of personal prowess and skill, thousands more would be eager candidates for salvation. But to repent—to confess sin—to submit to self-humilation—to trust in the power and virtue of another, and the unseen and impalpable—this is too much for vain human nature, and stirs up a spirit of rebellion.
VI. Like Naaman, the heathen, when complying with the prescribed conditions, is cured of his deadly malady (2Ki ). The rage of Naaman passed away, but his leprosy remained. In his cooler moments he began to reflect. The gentle persuasions of those around him prevailed. He obeyed the prophet's directions, perhaps doubtfully, almost sullenly, but he did it. He dipped himself seven times in Jordan, and was healed. So when the heathen is persuaded to submit to the Divine terms, he obtains spiritual healing and renewal. Obedience is the pathway to clearer light, to the highest truths, and to the holiest experiences.
VII. Like Naaman, the heathen gratefully acknowledges and adores the power and goodness of God (2Ki ). Who can describe the wonder and gladness of Naaman as he witnessed and felt the marvellous renovation! He hastens to the man of God to express his gratitude, to acknowledge the supremacy of Jehovah, and his determination henceforth to worship Him, to offer gifts, and to seek still further instruction. His ideas of Jehovah are still restricted. He is convinced of His superiority over all the gods of the Syrians, but he has not yet grasped the grand thought of the Divine presence being everywhere. "Now I know there is no god in all the earth but in Israel." So the heathen, after witnessing the saving power of God, sees the vanity of the idols in which he had trusted, and renders homage to the only true God. With further instruction his idea of Jehovah are expanded, and his worship is the more fervent and reverent.
1. Man everywhere is tainted with the moral leprosy of sin.
2. The remedy for human sin is universally available.
3. The eagerness of the heathen in search of saving truth is a significant rebuke to the apathy of multitudes in so-called Christian nations.
GERM NOTES ON THE VERSES
2Ki . The Divine method of healing sin-smitten souls. I. Is not restricted in its operation to any one nation under heaven. II. Is often revealed by humble instrumentalities. III. Is offensive to human pride and consequence. IV. Is effectual only with the humble and obedient. V. Is an inexhaustible theme for universal gratitude and praise.
1. Man would fain heal himself, but cannot.
2. Man's only hope of recovery is in believing submission.
3. All the power and glory of human salvation belong alone to God.
2Ki . Naaman the leper.
1. The captive maid. A prisoner in a strange land. Torn from home and friends. Carried with her both pity and piety. Had compassionate regard for the master who detained her in bondage, and a pious regard for the prophet of Israel. Did not harbour feelings of revenge.
The fairest action of our human life
Is scorning to revenge an injury;
For who forgives without a further strife,
His adversary's heart to him doth tie.
And ‘tis a firmer conquest, truly said,
To win the heart than overthrow the head.
Lady E. Carew.
II. The proud general. A commander of armies, himself the slave of a foul disease, and, worse still, of a proud heart. Must receive instruction of a slave. His visit to Elisha. Ostentatious arrival. His expectation. God's plans and human thoughts.
Humble we must be, if to heaven we go;
High is the roof there, but the gate is low:
Whene'er thou speakest, look with lowly eye—
Grace is increased by humility.
Robert Herrick.
III. The magnanimous prophet. Willing to be the servant of man. Elisha is also a servant of God, can therefore serve man only in God's way. Is willing to bless Naaman, though an enemy of Israel. Though he knows the restored health of Naaman may be employed against his countrymen. Cures Naaman, but will receive nothing for the cure. Might have exacted conditions—promises of peace. The character and conduct of Elisha an illustration of the mercy of God in a wicked age and amongst rebels. The mercy so luminous in the Old Testament shines in New also. One God of the whole Bible. Would not have any, even rebels perish.
1. To forgive injuries.
2. To pity the unfortunate, even if your enemies.
3. To guard against pride.
4. Our cure is offered without money or price.—The Class and Desk.
2Ki . The lights and shadows of life. I. There is always something to modify the pleasures of human life—something to mar the most brilliant success—the fly in the ointment—the skeleton in the closet. II. Shows the universal prevalence of sin. III. Teaches the necessity for moderation and humility at all times. IV. May lead to the attainment of the highest good.
—Honour with degradation. I. Naaman's honours were as varied as they well could be, of war and peace, in the camp and in the palace. He had the admiration of the soldiery and the approval of the king; was the trusted leader in battle and the favoured attendant in the house of Rimmon. Earthly honours may imply real dishonour before God, while real worthiness may involve a present degradation. According to the measure of our self-denial will ultimately be the measure of our honour. According to the excellence of our motives of self-denial will its worthiness be determined at the last; and the value of those motives depends always on and everywhere on the desire to serve and honour Jesus. Great and mainfold as were Naaman's honours, he seems to have deserved them.
1. He was a mighty man in valour. Strong and brave the man seems to have been; and bodily strength, and even animal bravery, are not to be despised or lightly esteemed. To speak to young men and women of might and valour, of health and bravery, is a Christian duty; for ominous signs of the lack of both abound. Many ways of living and spending time nowadays are keeping back the young from the might and valour, from the strength of body and fortitude of spirit, that come from God.
2. As a mighty and valorous man Naaman had been God's instrument in Syria's rise and prominonce. In the front rank of honourable emotions is the love of country and of kin, honour to our race, and the sense of duty to our fatherland. The spirit of righteous patriotism is continually appealed to in the word of God, and sacrifice for the land of one's birth has been crowned by poet's praise and exalted by admiration. We may here notice the candour of the writer of this book and the breadth of his conception of the ways of the Lord, in that he ascribes Syria's military success to God; and that, too, at a time when Syria and Israel were continually at war. Every true deliverance of a soul or of a nation is of God.
3. Out of these things came Naaman's honours with his king and master. Peace as well as war brought him greatness, for he had the approval of him whom he served. Let us try to bring honour and give honour in all service, in the house or the warehouse, and be more than parts of a machine that works out its daily round and no more. There is room for honour everywhere, if one will give place to it; and, though lowlier than Naaman, we can each have his share of the honour that God gives to the valorous, the patriotic, and the faithful. II. But to this strong, valorous, honoured man's life there was another side—of degradation and disappointment. "He was a leper;" and though this in Syria had not the same terrible social consequences as in Israel, yet it was a blight and a curse.
1. Most lives have some qualifying, if not vitiating, of earthly joy and human credit. It must be horribly troubling to stand in God's beautiful world infirm and blemished when we would be strong, humiliated when we might have been exalted, and degraded with bodily weakness in a world where selfasserting strength succeeds.
2. Sometimes these "buts," these humiliations of life, are self-made, coming out of the hotbed of our pride and love of consequence and attention. Morbid self-seeking will blight and embitter a life that might be happy and honourable.
3. But of more value is it to notice the sterling worth and bravery of Naaman, in that with the horrid degradation and disadvantage of leprosy he attained to glory and high esteem. To the young his name ought to stand as a bright light of encouragement, he being the man who, with a leper's hand, plucked honour from the red grasp of war, and made it no shame for a king to lean on a leper's shoulder. Think, in your humiliation, of Him who was "despised and rejected of men." And if we see shame on man's face, blemish on the body of his humiliation, and the degradation of death on his honour, can we not look up from disease and deformity and death, and see the most suffering and dishonoured—even Jesus—crowned with glory and honour?—Condensed from Christian World Pulpit.
—"But he was a leper." Not from his birth, nor yet to his death. Hence a learned writer compares the whole Church of Christ in all ages to this Naaman the leper. He was first pure and sound, and did many honourable acts, and thereby represented the Primitive Church, pure and clean, without spot or disease appearing; howbeit, there might be some secret seeds of diseases unperceived, which in continuance of time grew to a visible leprosy. In his middle time Naaman became leprous, diseased, and deformed, foully infected in himself, and infecting others; and thereby represented the latter Church of Rome. Afterwards, by the prophet's direction, he was washed and cleansed from his leprosy, and his flesh restored to become pure and perfect, like the flesh of a young child; and thereby represented the Reformed Churches. And as Naaman in all these three estates was the same person, and not a new, diverse, or several man, so our Church is not a new Church, but the old Church reformed from errors and corruptions, and restored to her ancient purity and soundness.—Trapp.
—Everywhere where there is, or seems to be, something great and fortunate, there is also a slight discordant but, which, like a false note in a melody, mars the perfectness of the good-fortune. A worm gnaws at everything pertaining to this world; and everything here below carries the germs of death in itself. We ought to consider all human suffering and misery worthy of consideration, whereever we find it. It is found everywhere; it dwells in the palace and in the hovel; it is interwoven with the life of prince and beggar, and it is inseparable from all worldly happiness. The poor and lowly have no reason to envy the rich and great. That which makes us happy in truth and for eternity does not depend upon rank or upon wealth.—Menken.
2Ki .—The power of a child.
1. Unspeakably beneficent when religiously trained.
2. May excite a whole court with religious interest.
3. May be the means of great and lasting good. Naaman cured. God of Israel exalted. Undying interest of mankind in the incident. How much would the world have lost had the story of Naaman been unknown! "A small chink may serve to let in much light."
—The ministry of little voices. I. The little maid's pity. It seems as though the shame and grief of Naaman found opportunity of expression at home. So acutely did the sense of his dishonour show itself in his house, that the little slave maid one day exclaimed, "Would God my lord were with the prophet that is in Samaria, for he would recover him of his leprosy!" Her "young-eyed" wonder saw what the strong and valorous soldier hid from all outside his home. Many a man's children see a look on his face and signs of agony that the associates of daily life never think could belong to the strong and vigorous man, who, in their sight, fights the battle of life more manfully then they. There are known those who, honoured in public, in private wish themselves dead. As the joys that we can share with a child are the simplest and the purest, so those are the most blessed griefs that can touch the sympathy of a little maid. Let us try to bring our nature, our experience, our life, nearer the children. It may help us in sad days, if nothing else, just as this pity of the Hebrew girl led to the cure of Naaman's leprosy, and the liberation of his soul. The soul that is in sympathy with children will live a truer life because of it; and the man whose grief is pitied by a strange child in his household has some gentleness in him. God teaches us by "little voices" oftener than we think, and ministers to us by little hands that we seldom associate with the almightiness of God. All our little children are His messengers, and out of their mouths He wishes to ordain strength. "Little voices" call us home, as well as "God's all-animating voice," or rather God calls us by them. Just as the man whose child was lost in a mist that came suddenly down on one of the American rivers heard the little one calling, "This way, Father!" was led at last to hear the dead child's call as from heaven, whither, in that night of mist and sorrow, she had gone; so God leads many home by these angels in the clouds, these little ones, dead for awhile to us, but who are ever living unto God. II. Over against the little maid's pity we have now to set what looks like her mistress's neglect. The wife of Naaman let the word of the Hebrew girl go unheeded. Had the child more pity than the woman? Was the Hebrew slave more tender than the Syrian wife? Perhaps the child, from her Jewish training, had a pecular horror of leprosy and its shame, that the Syrian woman would not have. May we not, ought we not, to call one another's hearts to attend to the misery of sin? When God has linked hearts in home life, shall we slightly regard impenitence and uncleanness? Shall the parent cease to hope and pray for the prodigal child, and the goodly child be careless over a father or mother unsaved? If we wonder at the seeming apathy of Naaman's wife, what shall we say of many of ourselves, for neglecting the eternal welfare of each other's souls? While we wonder at this woman we condemn ourselves. III. The wise listener. Naaman was doubly fortunate in having, not only a pitiful slave girl, but another servant who listened wisely to what the girl said. He was certain of this, that, true or not, it was worth telling. So he "went in and told his lord." Our vitiated nature inclines us to speak of others only too readily when there is evil to be reported, too slowly when there is anything good. But here we have one ready to tell helpful news. Naaman must have been more fortunate in his servants and slaves than in his wife. IV. Now we come to the last link in the chain of influence and of persons that ultimately led to Naaman's recovery, and this is the king of Syria, the wisely acting king, who, when he heard only the report of a captive girl, said at once, "Go," and give a letter to the king of Israel. First there was the child, then the prudently listening servant, and then the wise king. Each was an agent of God in this matter; each was needed, and who shall say which was most necessary? Little hands have brought about great things, and feeble voices have often given its character to history. The boy dreamer Joseph telling his dreams is the occasion of four hundred years of lsraelitish history. The little hand of the child Samuel was lifted by God, and his little voice was charged by God to show to Eli the coming of an awful doom. We know not how delicate is the balance of human affairs; but we know that God in His purposes unites the strong and the weak, and that when He touches the faithful, though they may be feeble, they become mightier than the strong.—C. W. P.
2Ki . The children's service. The little lady's maid.—Syria was a kingdom near to Canaan. For some time a little girl lived in Syria. She may not have been more than eight or ten years old. We wish to say seven things about her.
1. This little girl was a Jewess. Abraham was the first Jew. To him and his descendants God was exceedingly kind. How He spake to them, and what He gave them. This young person, as the text shows, was one of them. She belonged to the best land and the best people. What advantages she had. In this respect you are equal, yea, superior to her; Canaan and the Israelites then compared with England and the English now. A complete Bible and a Saviour who has come. To whomsoever much is given, of them much shall be required.
2. This little girl was a slave. The Syrians were the enemies of the Jews. Accustomed to go by companies to Canaan. Took away grain, cattle, and human beings. This girl was kidnapped on one occasion. Think on her sad condition, forced away from her land, home, friends, and parents.
Many children have been in the same circumstances. Rome, Greece, America, some even in the present day—Madagascar and Africa. "Slaves cannot breathe in England." Why? Education, government, above all, the gospel. Should you not believe it and love it?
3. This little girl worked as a slave in the house of Naaman. Naaman was the general of the Syrian army, and a great favourite with the king. He had plenty of money, and lived in a splendid house. He may have bought the little maid, or she may have been his share of the spoils of the war. At any rate, she was in his house, and waited on his wife. A lady's maid. From this we learn that, though young, she was clever, and did all her work well. Imitate her in these things; never be careless about what you do. Try to read, write, and spell, &c., in the best way, so in after-life you will do these things easily and well. This will be a great comfort to yourselves and others.
4. This little girl was very kind. Naaman, her master, had an awful disease—leprosy. It was painful, loathsome, and incurable by man. But Naaman had captured the little girl, and made her a slave. Had she been like some people, she would have been glad because her master was a leper. Instead of that, she thought about his disease. It was to her a source of sorrow, and she was anxious that he should be delivered from it. Here was kindness to one who had not been kind to her. This was the spirit of Jesus. Hear Him and see Him on the cross. It should be your spirit. You cannot have it without a new heart, any more than there can be a stream without a fountain. Because the little maid had the one, she had also the other. He who gave her a new heart will give you one. Ask Him for it.
5. This little girl was exceedingly intelligent. She spoke with wisdom to her mistress about her master and the prophet in the land of Israel. The prophet had never cured a leper (Luk ). How, then, did she believe that he would cure her master? Here we see her intelligence. She had heard of other wonderful things which the prophet had done. See the preceding chapter. This is how she reasoned:—Elisha, who, by the power of God, could raise a dead body to life, could also, if it pleased God, restore a diseased body to health. Wonderful reasoning for a little girl. Learn to put things together in your minds. Do this with your school lessons; when you are reading books, looking at persons, watching the birds flying and the ships sailing. You will then be not dull, but clever, and so be able to push your way through the world.
6. This little girl did a great amount of good. She moved her mistress, the wife her husband, the husband the Syrian king, the Syrian king the king of Israel, the king of Israel the prophet. Naaman was delivered from his leprosy, and likewise from his heathenism. Besides, the whole narrative has been used by thousands to illustrate the Gospel, by which multitudes have been saved from sin to holiness. Similar results have been produced by a single book, tract, action, or word. You can all do good; do it every day.
7. This little girl was highly honoured. By the attention she received from so many in Syria; by obtaining a place in the Bible; by having thousands speaking well of her, as we have been trying to do. Her case illustrates the text, "Them that honour Me, I will honour." Go ye and do likewise. Speak for God like her. Speak for others, and especially the suffering like her.
A. McAuslane, D. D.
2Ki . Danger in the simplicity of God's ways.
1. A prophet in Israel. A kindly God in the earth, a healer of men abroad in all the lands, a loving presence with us in dark and troublesome days, a light lighting every man from his infant obscurity and slow ascent to the true vision of life, to the swift descent into the valley of the shadow of death. How few know and believe this! and how few of those who profess that they do can direct weary lives to it as they ought! And yet, if we cannot say more than this king, if we cannot enter into Elisha's confidence both for diseased bodies and dead or leprous souls, how sad are we! If for our bodies, and all the more if for our souls, we know no other help than man, and can turn only to one another in our necessities, we are little better than the king who rent his clothes over Naaman's leprosy, and knew not what to do. But there is a Divine healer in the earth now as then—a prophet and more than a prophet, who speaks to all human disease, and care, and helplessness.
2. The prophet's confidence. Elisha had the conviction that through himself Naaman might be healed. What a dignifying confidence in God this is for God's workers to have! for Elisha to know that God would cleanse by him, would save at his faithful word! We should have a confidence like Elisha's, at least the spirit of it. For every calamity that befalls men Jesus has a word of love and hope and deliverance.
3. The leper's expectation. It was just what we might look for from his success and honours and riches and power, and his ignorance. He evidently thought that Elisha would make much of him, since he had and could give so much. It was not so blameworthy in a Syrian heathen as it is now with many who seem to think that God, and the people of God, must make much of them if they come to God. We must not come with prejudices or fancies of our own knowledge and consequence to God and His word and people, for life and purity and health. God will not minister to any soul's self-consequence and self-deceiving pride.
4. The process of cure was different from what Naaman expected. It was so absolutely simple, and because it was so simple it was so authoritative. "Go and wash in Jordan seven times." A child could understand it, a child could do it. So simple was it that only a proud, and therefore a foolish, man would resent it. God never makes His way hard, difficult, obscure, or involved. His simplicity is our salvation.
5. The leper's pride. There is much danger made by ourselves in the simplicity of God's ways, and many, like Naaman, stagger at the promise of God through unbelief, their unbelief rising because the way is so light and plain. In this we are exposed to a two-fold danger: that of the love of pleasure in religion, by which anything will pass for religiousness that excites or soothes our emotions enjoyably, and that of mingling our prejudices with our search for purity, and so clouding and hurting our sight of Jesus. These were practically Naaman's self-made dangers in the way of his leprosy being cleansed, and they are the old but ever new miseries of seeking after signs and wisdom, when all that God wants is the acceptance of His way and the use of His means of saving grace in our blessed Lord.
6. But Naaman was saved from utter folly by the servant's good sense and his own true-heartedness. The servant's word showed Naaman that the pride of a soldier was at the bottom of his refusal and rage. "If the prophet had bid thee do some great thing, wouldst thou not have done it? That gives the explanation of his passion; there was too much of God in the plan of cure, and too little of self to make it attractive; there was too great a call on unobjecting obedience, and too little of self-pleasing to make it alluring. The same thing holds good of most of us. Do not let the simplicity of God's way become a hurt to your soul. By loving obedience end the uncleanness of sin for ever.
7. Following upon his trusting obedience came Naaman's cure. He was fresh and pure; with new life and new strength, pure life and pure strength. That was the end of his faith, as it will be of ours. Childlike and pure for ever is to be the soul's everlasting portion.—(C. W. P.)
2Ki . The ignorance and imbecility of man.
1. Man is slow to apprehend the nature and cause of human suffering (2Ki ).
2. Believes that money and diplomacy can accomplish anything (2Ki ).
3. Compelled to acknowledge his own powerlessness in dealing with human misery (2Ki ).
4. Sees more his own danger than the divine teaching in the significant events of life (2Ki ).
2Ki . The counsel of a good man.—
1. Valuable to king and court in times of difficulty.
2. Based on a profound faith in the power and goodness of God.
3. Prompted by gracious intentions towards the suffering and needy.
4. Tends to augment the reputation of true piety.
2Ki . The haughty suppliant. God made the prophet, not the king, the medium of His blessings to Naaman. God selects His own workmen, and His selections sometimes chasten our pride. "His ways are not as our ways; neither are His thoughts as our thoughts." "It is neither by might nor by power." "He chooses the weak things to confound the wise."
Up to this point Elisha lived unappreciated, subsisting upon the hospitality of the Shunammite. And how often do God's nobility live and die unrecognized? They are men of whom the world is not worthy. They are unknown. And it is the obscure good which is the world's foundation, the salt of the earth. But by force of circumstances they become recognised. There are crises when we call for the good we have despised. God has many uncrowned kings—heirs of immortality in flesh. He cometh to make up His jewels, and they shall come from many an obscure place. "They shall come from the East and the West." "The last shall be first, and the first last." Many a Lazarus shall find his home in God's bosom, while the pampered beast shall become worm-food and fire-fuel.
There is much modern application in these Old Testament circumstances. There is so much humaneness in the Bible, which makes it always a new book. Principles know nothing of years. Truth is not hampered by time. The Scriptures are as old as eternity, and yet as new as every morning. The Gospel in the narrative may thus be developed.
1. The gospel appeals to the man, not his accidents. The prophet's message was to the leper, not to the courtier. Naaman came with his horses and with his pageantry. He came in a lordly air, but the prophet did not even meet him. The true man is never moved by glitter. Some of us would have bowed as sycophants; it would have been the reddest-letter day of our lives, if the premier of Syria had stood at our doors. Even if a trinket, or a book, be given to us by a royal hand, we transmit it as an heirloom. When will all this mammon-worship and man-homage, fawning, and cringing end? When will men remember that there is a higher kingliness—that instead of virtue cringing to vice, she should stand in her God-like form erect? There is a nobility of office, but there is a higher nobility of character. There is a kingliness of name, but there is also a kingliness of nature. We should not judge by appearance, but judge by righteous judgment. The prophet saw through all the haughtiness of Naaman, a leprous man. God sees through all life's accidents—all our intelligence, parade, wealth, and respectability—a heart of corruption and sorrow. He sees that the "imagination of the thoughts of man are evil continually." The message is to man, not to his circumstances. It speaks to us as sinners. It speaks, not to contingencies, but to the human nature that is in us all. It was man that fell, and to man the message is sent. "He came to seek and to save that which was lost."
2. The gospel message and conditions are always simple. It speaks in a language all can understand. It speaks to the heart, and the heart has but one language the wide world over. The tongue speaks many a vernacular, and the lips chatter many dialects, but the heart's voice never varies. The great universal heart beats in us all. The gospel sees us fallen, and it sends forth the common message and a universal welcome, "Come unto me all ye that labour and are heavy laden." The message is one, but its emphasis is varied according to our deafness, and its strokes to our hardness. The stone is hard, and the sculptor's mallet must be heavy and his chisels sharp. The wound is deep, and the corrosive must burn, and the instrument probe deeply. The jewel is encased in adamant, and the lapidary must select his instruments accordingly. Our prejudices are great, our hearts are haughty, and the conditions are adapted. Christianity is to us what we are. Loving in disposition, it speaks in a still small voice. Impenitent in heart, it speaks in thunder tones. Some are so deaf that they can only hear thunder, others are so divinely sensitive they can hear angels' whispers and God's steps on the wind. According to our heart-life, God is either a father, or a consuming fire. A revengeful God is the creation of a wicked life. The Gospel speaks to the heart, and of necessity must temper its voice to its disposition and difficulties. It is a message so simple that a child can understand it, and yet its inexhaustibleness challenges the highest minds. So plain, that the wayfaring man need not stumble, and yet its sublimity creates a sensation new in angel bosom. Its simplicity reveals its wonders, as its stoop manifests its height.
3. The gospel conditions are repulsive to human prejudices. We might swear that it is night when the sun shines, but the light would only prove our insanity. We may curse the book, but its truth is inviolable. We may blaspheme the Gospel, but the loudness of our voice may only reveal the perfectness of our idiocy. How presumptuous is man!
"Man, proud man, dressed in a little brief authority,
Plays such fantastic tricks before high heaven,
As make the angels weep."
1. How we presume on God's ways! "I thought he would surely come out to me," &c.
2. How we presume on God's means! "Are not Abana and Pharpar … better than all the waters of Israel?"
3. How we presume on God's patience! "And he turned away in a rage."
4. How we presume on self-sufficiency! "Some great thing, would thou not have done it?" The conditions of the Gospel may arouse our resentment, but to resist is to be blind to our best interests. The prophet said: "Wash and be clean," and Naaman turned away in a rage. Christ says, "Sell all thou hast and give to the poor;" and the young man went away sorrowing. The Gospel says, "Believe on the Lord Jesus Christ, and thou shalt be saved;" and we are disgusted with the conditions. The answer to all our prejudices is—that it is God's appointed way. There is no royal road. The conditions are, believe and live; and the authority is, "he that believeth shall be saved, and he that believeth not shall be damned." Our prejudices may recoil, and we may turn away in wrath; but we turn our face from the sun only to see our shadow.—W. MINCHER in the Study and Pulpit.
2Ki . Pride.
1. Fond of splendid ostentation.
2. Indulges lofty expectations of notice and deference.
3. Is keenly sensitive to the sting of insult, whether intended or not.
4. Blinds the soul to its best interests.
5. Must be humbled before the soul can be blessed.
2Ki . The cure of Naaman. I. Illustrative of the influence of humble instrumentality. II. Of the obstructive power of pride. III. Of the value of faithful counsel. IV. Of the blessedness of obedience.
1. Naaman's obedience led to his obtaining a perfect cure.
2. Naaman's cure wrought in him true humility.
3. Naaman's cure led him to God.
4. Naaman's cure filled his heart with gratitude.—E. Workman.
2Ki . Naaman, an example of barriers to religious decision. I. The barrier was his own disposition. II. His choosing the means. III. His wanting to do something. IV. His not applying the remedy.—H. Bone.
2Ki . We, knowing much better than Naaman did, the character and claims of Elisha, are apt to be amazed at the petulance and pride of Faaman. Yet, in fact, there are few of us—are there any?—who have not manifested many times in the course of our career, as much or more resistance to the demands upon our faith, and to the exigencies appointed by God for the humiliation of the proud mind of the flesh, than ever Naaman did, and often with far less reason. Let us rather admit that the demand upon the faith of Naaman, and the extent to which he was required to bend down his natural reason, formed somewhat of a severe exertion from one so raw and inexperienced in the things of God. Yet it is the common course of the Lord's dealings with those whom He brings under the operation of His healing grace. The course is paternal. As a father deals with his children, so He deals with us. He demands obedience, exacts submission. He requires faith; and then, the mind being brought into the right state, He teaches, He leads, He heals.—Kitto.
2Ki . Is there not another way? I. Sinners dislike the plan of the Gospel.
1. Self-abandonment.
2. Salvation by faith. II. They dislike its object.
1. Salvation from sin.
2. The renewal of the heart. III. They dislike the means to be used.
1. Self-denial.
2. Humility.
3. Earnestness.
4. Publicity.
2Ki . The soul's desire and submission.—I. A desire is frequently shown to do some great thing to obtain salvation. Illustrate from heathen pilgrims, Fakirs; devotees who used to cast themselves under wheels of Jaggernaut, also Roman Catholic austerities, self-flagellations, crusades, &c. Both
(1) condemn and
(2) approve. The form in which such zeal shows itself superstitious. The motive wrong. But earnest self-sacrificing spirit prompted by love to Christ very admirable. What is not permissible is seeking to do something as procuring cause of salvation. First receive as a free gift, and then give and do as much as the heart will prompt. II. The simplicity of what has to be done, and consequently urgent reason we should do it. (a) Because no act of ours could be allowed to atone for sin—(b) the work of Christ complete, needs no addition—(c) a free salvation comes within reach of all. Who could say, if otherwise, but that even in our great things, there might be some coming short, and multitudes would be excluded from hope? All the more, then, rejoice that the command is "Believe and live," yet, remember, there is wide scope afterwards, especially a daily life of patient piety and godliness, often more difficult than a single act of self-devotion. In this fulfil the desire and glorify God. III. The wisdom and blessedness of obedience. Picture the scene. So when humbled, anxious, submissive, a sinner adopts the means of mercy, there is
(1) a Divine,
(2) an instantaneous,
(3) a lasting effect. From darkness to, light unregeneracy to renewal. How wise the obedience! The only chance of recovery. How blessed! It must have been sweet to feel the past cancelled, heart set right. Men have fabled there is a fountain of youth. Plunge in its waters and the wrinkles fade out of the brow. But it is true we may be made young and happy again in spirit—children of God.—Hom. Quarterly.
2Ki . The art of persuasion.—I. Knows when to select the right moment to speak. II. Knows how to subdue the most violent temper. III. Appeals to the strongest motive in man. IV. Should be used in turning men from sin to virtue.
2Ki . It was not the water either of Jordan or of Abana which could heal, it was the obedience of this haughty general to a mandate which seemed to him frivolous and absurd. In the Gospels faith is the first requisite in similar cases of healing, and so it was here also—faith and obedience. Naaman came with his mind all made up as to how he was to be healed, and he turned away in anger and disgust from the course which the prophet prescribed. Yet, when he turned back even with a lame and half-doubting faith and a half-unwilling obedience, he was healed. This is the permanent truth which is involved in the story. Naaman was a type of the rationalist whose philosophy provides him with a priori dogmas by which he measures everything which is proposed to his faith. He turns away in contempt where faith would heal him. That is the truth which the story serves to enforce.—Editor of Lange.
Not the unjust fury and tetchiness of the patient shall cross the cure; lest while God is severe the prophet should be discredited. Long enough might Naaman have washed there in vain, if Elisha had not sent him. Many a leper hath bathed in that stream, and hath come forth no less impure. It is the word, the ordinance of the Almighty, which puts efficacy into those means which of themselves are both impotent and improbable. What can our font do to the washing away of sin? If God's institution shall put virtue into our Jordan, it shall scour off the spiritual leprosies of our hearts, and shall more cure the soul than cleanse the face.—Bp. Hall.
God's plan of salvation. We take the narrative as illustrative of the great truth, the necessity of conforming with God's plan to secure salvation. I. That God's plan is contrary to the expectations of man. So it was here that Naaman had been thinking within himself how the prophet would act. He merely sent a messenger commanding him to wash in the Jordan. How simple, and so he thought, how foolish! The very simplicity bewildered him and kindled his wrath. But if his own plan would have been sufficient, he might have cured himself without going to the prophet at all. So the salvation which is in Christ Jesus has always been a stumbling block to men on account of its simplicity, and many have dogged the simple Gospel with innumerable ceremonies of men's devising, painting the pure lily, and bringing their own faint rush-light to increase the splendour of the noonday sun. Men would cross ocean and wander in far-off lands in search of wisdom; they would survey the heavens, and descend to the lowermost parts of the earth; but God's word of life is nigh unto us, in our mouth and in our heart.
"O, how unlike the complex works of man
Heaven's easy, artless, unencumbered plan!
From ostentation as from weakness free,
It stands like the cerulean arch we see,
Majestic in its own simplicity;
Legible only by the light they give
Stand the soul-quickening words, believe and live.
COWPER.
II. That God's plan tends to humble the pride of man. Naaman thought there was some royal cure for a royal patient, and an honourable way to deal with such an honourable man. How indignant he felt when the prophet only sent a messenger to him, and the remedy prescribed being so humiliating too. He could not understand going to wash himself in the river Jordan, the river of despised Israel; whilst if it was necessary to apply the waters of any river, could he not have washed himself in the proverbial crystal streams of Damascus? "So he turned and went away in a rage." So God's plan of salvation is mortifying to the pride of the sinful heart. The Pharisees were offended at the Saviour for making no distinction between them and the sinners. They were entangled in the snares and pride of life. Their plan was to glorify self and humble others; but to enter the kingdom of Jesus Christ, the first step required is for a man to deny himself. Faith consists in leaving our own frail vessel and taking our passage on board the ark of God, to deem ourselves nothing and God all in all. We find Peter, having received the consent of the Master, walking on the sea; but the moment he began to trust himself, and feel safe in the power of his own strength, the boisterous winds and the treacherous waves frightened him, and, conscious of his weakness, he with gladness entered the ship and was "safe in the arms of Jesus." The gate is strait and the road is narrow, but he who is humble and obedient is led at last to safety and bliss.
3. That he who truly feels his need will accept God's plan. Though Naaman was at first most seriously disappointed, and turned away in a rage, yet on the counsel of his servants, strengthened by his own need and his inward conviction, he complied with the directions given by the prophet. A sense of need is a propelling power that will work wonders, and, in conjunction with faith, will send the mountain to the sea, and chain the lion that is on the way. This feeling impelled that poor woman to force her way through the crowd and touch the hem of the Saviour's garment; and, urged by the same motive, the blind man willingly went to the lake of Siloam. When the sinner really feels sin a burden, and believes that the meek and lowly Jesus is powerful to remove it, he will not quarrel with the method of salvation, but will come at once and cast his burden down; and when he truly feels his guilt he will come to the fountain opened for sin and for uncleanness. When a man is bent upon becoming rich, or learned, or great in the estimation of the world, he is willing to comply with the world's terms, be they ever so hard. Is it wonderful that the sinner, with his broken heart and contrite spirit, closes in with the overtures of the gospel, and accepts the salvation which is in Christ? IV. That conformity to God's plan will secure a man's salvation. Naaman obeyed, and he was accordingly cured.
1. Some means are generally used. The miracles of the Old and New Testaments are similar in this, that means were used in bringing about such wonderful deeds. It would have been all the same to God to cure Naaman with a word, but Naaman himself would have lost the valuable lessons he received, and the necessary training he went through.
2. The means were not sufficient in themselves apart from the blessing of God to cure his leprosy, but as it was God's plan it effected its purpose. The ark was rendered safe from the waters of the Deluge, as it was constructed according to the directions given by God. The waters of Marah lost their bitterness by a tree being thrown into them, because that was the means appointed by the Lord. To encompass the walls of Jericho with rams' horns might have seemed very foolish and useless to some, but it was of Divine appointment, and so it succeeded. Men are thus taught to do their duty, and then to wait for the Divine blessing. Naaman could wash himself in the Jordan, though he could not cure himself. We arc to come to the Saviour to be healed, we are to look upon Him, to stretch out our hands, withered as they are, to Him.
3. Naaman's cure was instantaneous. What a happy moment for him when he discovered that the cause of his anxiety, trouble, and humiliation was removed! So the man who believes on the Lord Jesus Christ, and flees to Him for refuge, is from that moment free from condemnation.
4. His cure was complete. His flesh was made like the flesh of a little child. He possessed a thoroughly renovated. body. No taint of the malady to east its dark shadow over the future. So he who accepts God's plan is wholly renewed, created anew in Christ Jesus. True, he retains the marks of the leprosy of sin whilst in this world. As Mr. Joseph Cook remarks, although the particles of the body have been changed many times, still the sears made when the fingers were too young to be trusted with edged tools continue through the years, and are absolutely unchangeable in the changing flesh, so the scars of sin continue after years of reformation; but, thanks be to God, day by day the nature becomes sanctified, and at last the ransomed soul will take its flight to the realms of purity and bliss. The Church will be at last a "glorious Church, not having spot or wrinkle, or any such thing; holy, and without blemish."—Hom. Quarterly.
2Ki . Gratitude to God and earthly policy. Naaman, instead of going straight away to Syria, turned back to Samaria, not this time to the king, but with the same retinue and wealth of gifts he came back to Elisha's door. In this act he takes his place with that one Samaritan leper of the New Testament who turned back to Jesus and blessed Him for His mercy in freeing him from the same horrible curse, while nine others went away healed, but ungrateful. I. Naaman's journey back was a grateful return to Elisha and an honourable but only dutiful acknowledgment of God. It was an owning of the God of Israel because of Elisha's work. This deduction of spiritual truths from bodily blessings shows health of soul and soundness of mind. Naaman recognized God by His mercies, and acknowledged the God of Elisha in the work that Elisha had done. Mercy is the great mark of our God; it is that by which He may be most easily recognized; and works of mercy are the signs of the true and most eminent servants of His pleasure. God is ready to let His claim on our loving recognition be determined by what every heart can easily discover of His merciful kindness. His message and work among us are still the same; His servants and workers now are all, if they are true to Him, workers of mercy, messengers of love and peace and healing. II. Elisha's refusal of health. In this, like Abraham with the King of Sodom, and like Paul with the Corinthians, Elisha kept the mercy of God as God intended it to be, "without money and without price." The true gift in return for God's mercy is the offering of ourselves in Christ, and when that is made the silver and the gold will find their proper place. It was noble in Naaman to make the offer; and it would have been wrong in Elisha to have taken the gift. The greatest blessings cost, at first, the least. No one can be paid, no one can pay, for the mercy of God, or for the conferring of spiritual blessings. God gives us His mercy, and He wants ourselves as His right and due. III. Ignorant devotion to the true God. Only a little while ago, in rage and pride, Naaman had sneered at the waters of Israel; but now the soil of the land of the Lord was sacred to him, and he wanted an altar of it in his Syrian home. Nor for this is he to be condemned, as we should be justified in condemning the like spirit when it is foisted upon the purity of Christianity or associated with the faith once committed to the saints. Christianity knows nothing of exclusively holy places and days and services and classes; for now all places and times may be sacramental and holy to the Lord. IV. There was, however, in Naaman's case a worse thing than his excusable superstition, and that was—an attempt to mingle the claims of God with the advantages of earthly policy. It is not for us or any to press heavily on the conscience of a man in such a position. The only thing that gives us a right to judge the case at all, for our own caution and guidance, is the evidence that Naaman himself felt that bowing down with his master in the house of Rimmon might be inconsistent with his proposed devotion to the God of Israel. From Naaman's easily understood mistake let us learn to hate laxity of principle in ourselves, and to judge gently the weakness and fall of others. V. From Elisha's tenderness to a weak convert, learn the more to trust the greater tenderness that Jesus has for our frailties and dangers. Do not think that Jesus does not see the wretchedness of your temptations and the hazard of your position when all things seem to beckon you to sin, and sin hides its vile image under a mask of attractiveness and interest and prosperity.
Then learn to scorn the praise of men,
And learn to lose with God;
For Jesus won the world through shame,
And beckons thee His road,
C. W. P.
I. Gratitude. The mighty Naaman, who had doubtless often bathed without benefit in the waters of Damascus, tried the river Jordan, and was immediately cleansed. He returns to Elisha to thank him. How different now is Naaman, old things passed away! He acknowledges the supreme God as the only God. Does this publicly in the presence of all his company. Would make an acknowledgment to Elisha, not as a recompense, but as a gift of gratitude.
II. Generosity. Elisha by no means a man of great wealth. Dependent on the bounty of Providence. Followed no regular calling. Lived in an age when the servants of God, as such, were ill-rewarded. Yet would not receive a gift at the hands of Naaman. His desire to lay Naaman and the king of Syria his master under an obligation to Israel. This is to preserve peace. Especially he desired to impress them with the greatness and goodness of God; to remind them of those higher blessings which God would freely give. Hence, for the sake of God's honour, and his country's welfare, he would take no reward.
III. Superstition. Although thus grateful, and making his confession of the true God, Naaman is not fully enlightened. Still regards God as a local deity. The mightiest God in the world, but limited to Israelitish soil. He would therefore like to carry back with him some of that soil. He thought to worship in any spot on that soil would secure the favour of God. Elisha makes no reply to this request. Certainly cannot approve this course. Sends Noaman back with his blessing. Naaman felt that to worship Rimmon was wrong, but hoped to be forgiven by him on whose consecaated soil he stood. LEARN:—
1. To cultivate gratitude.
2. To do good without the hope of any return.
3. Guard against all forms of superstition. The Class and Desk.
2Ki . The unselfishness of goodness. I. Cannot be bribed into showing kindness. II. Refuses legitimate offerings when the cause of religion would suffer by accepting them. III. Falls back upon God for all needful supplies.
2Ki . Imperfect religious ideas. I. Not uncommon at the early stage of religious life. II. Leads to imperfect religious practice III. Attaches too much importance to the externals of worship. IV. Hinders a thorough reformation and forsaking of the old life.
2Ki . As Naaman was the type of the converted heathen world, and he carried the soil of Palestine to Aram, so did the heathen carry over into their own lands, together with Christianity, the doctrine, life, disposition, and spirit, which had flourished in the Holy Land, and thereby they established themselves a new home. When we hear, here and there in Christian lands, the names Bethany, Bethlehem, Zion, what are they but holy places transferred, in their spirit, from their original location, into our life, and thought, and feeling? In their religious observances, the main point is not the correctness and truth of thy knowledge, or of the doctrine which thou professest, but the truth and purity of thine own character. What one may do under his circumstances without violating his conscience, the conscience of another, under other circumstances, will forbid him to do. We have no right to judge him: to the Lord each one stands or falls (Rom 14:1-7).—Cassel.
—Well did this Syrian find that the man of God had given a supernatural virtue to the water of Israel, and therefore supposed he might give the like to his earth. Doubtless it was devotion that moved this suit. The Syrian saw God had a propriety in Israel, and imagines He will be best pleased with his own. On the sudden was Naaman half a proselyte; still here was a weak knowledge with strong intentions.—Bp. Hall.
2Ki . The compromises of life. The significant but in the social position of Naaman is to find its counterpart in his religious character. A great man, but a leper; a believer pleading for an inconsistency. Conversion and compromise. When he has found God beyond the sign of water, and come back to the prophet with the confession of his new faith, you expect a complete change in his exterior life, that he will go among his heathen countrymen a full-orbed religious man; but he counts the cost, or perhaps is in some mental perplexity. At least he will put the difficulty to the prophet, and be guided by his decision. We are startled to hear the answer "Go in peace." Here was an opportunity to rebuke cowardice, to chastise the poor selfishness that, having received so much from God, asks, "And how little need I pay back?" An opportunity to discuss an interesting question of casuistry and to decide upon the comparative forces of conscience and necessity. But Elisha accepts his convert, with this exception, whether in the passive non-aggressiveness of that old Hebrew religion, or in the conviction that the man would do his best under the circumstances, we cannot tell. Set Naaman in the light flung back by the cross, and we can soon pronounce judgment. We know our Lord deals with these human "buts." "Let the dead bury their dead," &c. "If a man love father and mother more than me, he is not worthy of me." But the judgment would be unjust. Men are always more or less in subjection to the ideas that govern the age in which they live. It is only the few who draw themselves apart, and press forward to a grand isolation. The Church has ten thousand Naamans where it has one Paul. The very uncertainty in which, spite of Elisha's benediction, the incident is left, suggests some remarks on the compromises of life.
I. Religious decision, as it is affected by earthly relationships. This man was a servant, and the conditions of his servitude were not simple, but complex. He was in command of the army, and while this conferred on him a large authority, it imposed a large trust. These had opened to him wide opportunities for loyalty, bravery, and patriotism. It was part of his service to go with his master into the house of Rimmon. Refusal would take on it an ugly air of ingratitude. The king had made him the man he was, and a feeling of indebtedness and obligation may enter very acutely into questions of conscience and right. This to a noble mind would be a far greater difficulty than the loss of position and the imminent death that might result from the wrath of an absolute monarch, unaccustomed and unable to enter into nice questions of religious casuistry; indeed, the line of duty between the obligations imposed by earthly relationships, and our services to God, is not always so distinct as men think. Many at least who, with loud protestations, scorn all compromise, have never found that line. Clear is the right, at all sacrifice, if king or master exact the positive crime; ask me to disown Christ, to give up prayer, to outrage any distinct conscientious conviction, but along this line is a very borderland of mist in which the traveller is often brought to a stand, asking after the right way. It is enough to instance questions of polygamy, of slavery, with which the early Church had to deal. Of course it may be said, if a heathen, having two or more wives, became a convert, he must put away all but one. Which one? What if each were the mother of children? The Christian master must manumit his slaves. Cornelius, says the Peace Advocate, should forsake the Roman service, and take no longer the heathen's pay. But these, and a multitude of similar questions, are not decided by inspired authority at all, or are decided in their special instances against the ruling principle. The New Testament has faith in time, in the thousand years of God's working, in the antagonism of the spirit of the Gospel to every form of injustice and wrong. It cares less to estimate and adjudge the differing shades of darkness in the night of error, so much as to bring in that daybreak before which all the shadows shall flee away. Christianity has entered as a sword into many a worldly home, happy in its own way; it has resulted in wide divisions between parent and child, master and servant, monarch and subject. The records of the Church glow with bright instances of heroic sacrifice, of daring disobedience to man in obeying God. And yet how much has to be borne, how much ought to be borne, before the daughter forsakes her mother, or the son breaks asunder the bond of the household! There is much in Naaman's knowledge of the inconsistency. He who sins against that inner light will be scarcely free from sin against God.
II. By society. Naaman does not refer to the difficulty of maintaining a monotheistic faith in a pagan land, to the power of many against the one; but society is full of suggested compromises resulting from these conditions. There is a compulsion in the pressure both of social forces and of civil laws; and many a man discovers that the house of Rimmon is co-extensive with the state in which he lives. He pays the tribute money to Csar, or the temple tax, withholding faith in the lawful government in the one, and really teaching that the other must pass away. He takes up his share of the country's expenditure, though part of it may go toward objects from which he conscientiously dissents. His plea is the necessity of his position; but his neighbour takes that plea to a far wider field, and justifies many a compromise on the same ground. It is convenient to charge our personal responsibility on an intangible irresponsible something called society. But what society is to supply our code of ethics? Syria or Israel? England or Fiji? Every man shall bear his own burden. The law of truth is in and from the changeless God. Customs, fashions, luxurious living, appearances, amusements, friendships, business, all tempt to compromise and have prophets God never sent, who say to the conformist, "Go in peace."
III. By the necessities of life. The plea, we must do this to live. Refer to common practices in trade, the pressure of competition. The world's practices contrary to the great principle. A man's life consisteth not in the abundance of the things that he possesseth.
IV. By the personal temperament. One man's supreme difficulty is another man's agreeable work. The cost of sacrifice differs with different men. To one it is easier to die on the battlefield than to confess his faith—to give largely, even to Gehazi, with generous or grateful subscriptions, than to break with former friendships. There is no open confession of Christ's name by secret disciples, to whom One greater than all prophets may say, "Go in peace." Let character only be of so pure a transparency that the light of a holy conscience may shine through.
1. God does not take back from men of partial failure the good he has bestowed. The leprosy does not return to the cleansed leper, if one leprous spot be on the soul. The impotent man healed, goes straightway to our Lord's enemies to tell them that it was Jesus who made him whole, and the strength ungratefully used remains. We have all need to say, somewhere, "The Lord pardon thy servant in this thing."
2. Is the silence of Scripture as to any useful future in Naaman's history to be regarded as evidence of a good life hindered by the appearance of evil?
3. We shall destroy no house of Rimmon by worshipping in it on any pretence whatsoever.
4. In the Gospel, this, at least, is clear—he that putteth his hand to the plough, and looketh back, is not fit for the kingdom of God.—Hom. Quarterly.
—Far, therefore, is Naaman from being a pattern, save of weakness; since he is yet more than half a Syrian; since he willingly accuses himself, and, instead of defending, deprecates his offence. As nature, so grace, rises by many degrees to perfection. It is not for us to expect a full stature in the cradle of conversion. Leprosy was in Naaman cured at once, not corruption.—Bp. Hall.
2Ki . One does not know what to admire most in Elisha's mild and simple answer, the clear and correct insight into a genuine heart experience, which, whatever may surround and obscure the main point, still seizes this quickly and clearly; or the holy moderation which, even in the case where it is its prerogative to urge, limit, bind, loose, or burden, still restrains itself; or the pure humanity of disposition which can so thoroughly sympathize, so completely put itself in the position and at the standpoint of the other. The knowledge of the living God, and the experience of His saving grace, is the fountain of all peace, with which alone a man can go gladly on his way.—Menken.
Verses 20-27
2Ki . He lighted down from the chariot—Not merely dismounted, but quickly did so sprang out of the chariot, נָפל, to cast oneself, to throw oneself, to rush. It indicates Naaman's anxiety.
2Ki . Came to the tower— הֲעֹפֶל—the hill, i.e., a hill well understood in the locality of Elisha's house.
2Ki . Went not mine heart—In contrast with Gehazi's words, "Thy servant went no whither." "My heart"— לִּבִּי—i.e., in spirit, discerning the entire transaction. Is it a time to receive money, &c.—i.e., in any other case rather than this thou mightest have gratified thine avarice, but now, with so many hypocritical prophets abroad, this is no time for bringing the true prophetic office into disrepute by an act which seems to imply that the servant of the High God is only intent on selfish aggrandisement in his sacred and supernatural work.—W. H. J.
THE CURSE OF AVARICE
I. That a spirit of avarice loses no opportunity to gratify its greed. Gehazi was the Judas Iscariot of the Old Testament. Covetousness was his besetment. He was doubtless in many ways valuable to Elisha, and perhaps was at first a sincere enquirer after truth. But the spirit of avarice gained the mastery over what was good in him, and ultimately wrought his ruin. The wealth of Naaman was too great a temptation to him, and he could not forego the prospect of benefiting by the lavish generosity of the grateful Syrian. "As the Lord liveth, I will run after him and take somewhat of him" (2Ki ). Gehazi acts under the guise of religion while disregarding its teaching of disinterestedness, which it was particularly needful to make evident in those days of worldliness and time-serving among the national priesthood—the sycophantic Baalites. He showed contempt for the judgment of his master in the matter of receiving gifts, end cared not how far he disparaged the prophet in the eyes of his new convert. He mainly misrepresented Elisha by making him ask for what Naaman had just heard him most positively refuse. Avarice knows no scruples; is reckless of results; it sees only what is to be gained, and cannot relinquish the slightest hope of securing it.
II. That a spirit of avarice hesitates not to employ falsehood in attaining its purpose. Covetousness and lyiug go together; they are twin-vices. The burning desire for gain suggested to Gehazi the fabrication of a plausible story which would easily deceive the unsuspecting and generous Naaman (2Ki ). "What a round tale hath the craft of Gehazi devised of the number, the place, the quality, the age, of his master's guests, that he might set a fair colour upon that pretended request, so proportioning the value of his demand as might both enrich himself, and yet well stand with the moderation of his master! Love of money can never keep good quarter with honesty, with innocence. Covetousness never lodged in the heart alone; if it find not, it will breed wickedness. What a mint of fraud there is in a worldly breast! How readily can it coin subtle falsehood for an advantage!" To find out the covetous, go round with a subscription book. It is perfectly appalling what lies you will hear told to evade giving.
III. That a spirit of avarice finds its pleasure in secretly storing its gains (2Ki ). Gehazi carefully stowed away the goods with which the liberality of Naaman had supplied him, and began already to indulge in dreams of increased possessions and of the pleasures his wealth might purchase. The miser wastes his best powers in the fond idolatry of his money, and gloats in secret over the piles of treasure which he counts with trembling joy. Avarice, says Channing, is a passion full of paradox, a madness full of method; for although the miser is the most mercenary of all beings, yet he serves the worst master more faithfully than some Christians do the best, and will take nothing for it. He falls down and worships the God of this world, but will have neither its pomps, vanities, nor its pleasures for his trouble He begins to accumulate treasure as a means to happiness, and by a common but morbid association he continues to accumulate it as an end. He lives poor to die rich, and is the mere jailer of his house and the turnkey of his wealth. Impoverished by his gold, he slaves harder to imprison it in his chest, than his brother slave to liberate it from the mine. The avarice of the miser may be termed the grand sepulchre of all his other passions, as they successively decay. But, unlike other tombs, it is enlarged by repletion and strengthened by age.
IV. That a spirit of avarice is unexpectedly exposed and faithfully warned (2Ki ). Little did Gehazi think that the whole transaction which had been carried out with such consummate craft and privacy was already known to his Master. He seeks still further to hide his duplicity by further lying. "He who tells a lie," says Pope, "is not sensible how great a task he undertakes; for he must be forced to invent twenty more to maintain one." The wickedness of his servant was discovered by the prophetic insight of Elisha, and, to the utter confusion of the culprit, he is addressed in words of severe and faithful remonstrance—"Is it a time to receive money, &c?" Miserable Gehazi! how didst thou stand pale and trembling before the dreadful tribunal of thy severe master, looking for the woful sentence of some grievous judgment for so heinous an offence!" It is well when the money-loving worldling has a faithful monitor at hand to warn him of his danger and reprove him for his sin: it is better still when warning and reproof lead to reformation.
V. That a spirit of avarice is cursed with a terrible doom (2Ki ). Swift upon the heels of the transgression came the punishment, and that a punishment most loathsome and abhorrent: it was like a living death!—"He went out from his presence a leper as white as snow." O heavy talents of Gehazi! O the horror of this one unchangeable suit which shall never be but loathsomely white, noisomely unclean! How much better had been a light purse and a homely coat with a sound body, a clear soul! Too late doth that wretched man now find that he hath loaded himself with a curse, that he hath clad himself with shame. His sin shall be read ever in his face, in his seed. All passengers, all posterities, shall now say—Behold the characters of Gehazi's covetousness, fraud, sacrilege!—Bp. Hall. Perhaps the punishment cured the sin, and led to repentance. Gehazi the leper had more hope of salvation than Gehazi the miser. Gain got by a lie will burn your fingers, burn in your purses, rot your estates, and root out your posterity.
1. The love of money is the root of all evil.
2. The avaricious spirit is ever ready to take advantage of the generous.
3. Covet earnestly the best gifts.
DEFILEMENT OF GOD'S WORK BY COVETOUS MEN (2Ki )
It is saddening to know that some of the best works, nd some of God's most eminent workers, have been defamed and lowered, if their influence has not been actually counteracted and nullified, by inferior workers and by unworthy men. This defiling of God's work has generally come from one source, and is the result of one vile lust or passion—covetousness. As illustrating this, read the repulsive histories of Balaam, of Achan, of David's impious numbering of Israel, the story of Gehazi now before us, and the dark atrocity of the life and death of Judas Iscariot.
I. The action and duplicity of Gehazi are of singular unworthiness. Like so many other histories, they show that intercourse with good men and association with God-like work may become only the occasion of more vileness in a man. To the influence of his noble-minded master, to the refining and elevating power of such a character as Elisha, to the special needs of his fatherland and day, Gehazi seems to have been insensible, or, if not insensible, yet, which is worse, inclined to undervalue them, and to use the privileges and opportunities of his position for the gain of money. Nor is Gehazi lonely in this. On every side evidence of the like iniquity accumulates when we look into Scripture or other history. Few followers of great men have any of their real greatness, though they may share their honour. Few imitators of great teachers catch sight of anything but their own false exaggeration of their master's position, and the opportunities thereby given of personal advance. The followers of Luther were seldom worthy of him. The followers of Calvin have not been true to their master. The adherents of the hallowed Wesleys did not take their sacred work only. The converts of Paul almost broke his heart. And the followers and servants of Jesus—where is there one of us who is worthy of his master? Do not many of us come to Christ with selfish feelings and serve our God for hire? We may find it helpful against this danger ever to remember that God's gift of salvation was both undeserved and unsolicited. Being with the good and great will not necessarily make us similar; otherwise Gehazi would have been a better man, and it would not have been Christ's sorrowful experience that "he who had eaten bread with Him lifted up his heel against Him."
II. Gehazi's covetousness was of a gross material kind—the love of money; and the miserable influence of it upon him is seen in this—that it produced inability to appreciate Elisha's spiritual motives. Ali that Gehazi let himself see was that with the departing Naaman so much money went away too. As with Gehazi, so generally the covetous and unprincipled man lowers himself to a level on which he is unable, in daily life and business, to appreciate other motives than those of getting gain, or measure anything in life's movements and enterprises by any other gauge than that of the money that can be gained or must be lost. Gehazi could not feel the power of Elisha's spiritual motives in sparing Naaman and letting him go free of payment. Elisha's noble determination that the mercy of his God should, in Naaman's case, be had literally for the asking; his resolve that the goodness of God should be then, as we say now, of grace, and not of buying or selling—this, to such a soul as Gehazi's, was useless, fanciful, intangible. He was, evidently, a practical vigorous man, who had not much room for fancies, whether religious or any other. Covetous men in the world, and Gehazis in the Church, are too many and too influential. Too many of us have this coarse grain in us, and when there is ever any beauty or tenderness of feeling in us, we get into the habit of hiding it from what we think would be the rude looks and unappreciating touch of others.
III. In several other ways Gehazi's covetousness involved him in sin, and further defiled the good work that had been wrought by Elisha. These are no lonely, single sins. Sin needs sin to help it along, to buttress it, to back it, and give it success. One deception leads to another, and needs it, and each becomes a pledge of worse. Gehazi had to lie to Naaman; and it speaks of the power of greed and covetousness, to see this man telling the lie so plainly and confidently, misrepresenting his master, and dishonoring God's work as done by his master. All the food and fame of this grand world are not worth one little lie. Let us he careful not to want anything beyond the reach of honesty, nor to go where we need lies and double-dealing for advancement. To be simple-minded, with Christ, is better than all the successes of duplicity. Gezahi's lie deceived a trusting man, and made the liar take still greater and more ungenerous advantage of Naaman's goodness, in doubling the amount of silver. The covetous liar has no room for generosity.
IV. The success of the lie. The falsehood has thriven; to deceive has been found to be the short road to wealth; to insult God, to defame his work, to misrepresent Elisha, and to plunder Naaman. These things have "paid," as men say. It is this kind of thing that is enough to shake a feeble faith, to see the wicked in great power. Gehazi had gotten his wealth, but what could he do with it? He hid it, hoarded it up for a few hours, and then the judgment came. He got his money like Achan, he hid it like Achan, and God troubled him as he troubled Achan. This is the life of those who are greedy of gain. It is like sowing the barren sea. We can only hoard earth's gain, or hide it away, or spend it on the world that passes away, for a few hours, and then God must come, and judgment must begin.—C. W. P.
ONE MAN'S BLESSING ANOTHER MAN'S CURSE (2Ki )
Gehazi has to face that from which a liar never escaped, and a false tongue never was delivered—even detection, exposure, shame, and everlasting contempt. The whole transaction had been decided on so quickly, and carried out so easily, that the probabilities were all in his favour, and warranted his hope that having gained his wealth by a bold stroke he would be able to keep it by effrontery. I. Lying and false ways of earthly prosperity always leave out God. Liars and deceivers ignore God's interest in their life, God's knowledge of their plans and schemes, and the execution of them. And in their apparently untroubled doing without God these men and their actions become most hurtful stumbling-blocks to many tender souls. Oh, guard in your daily actions against this perilous thought, this most hurtful habit of ignoring God, and his knowledge of your ways! Let us take the word of God as a "wholesome" blame to ourselves, and as a wise correction of many shameful things in our daily life. Let us really and solemnly believe in God's omnisicence, not as a theological article only, but as a matter for daily life and care; and let us try to cultivate the ever-present sense that God knows all our ways, and understands our hearts with their pitiful vileness. Yea, let not this beget terror and horror, like that of the prisoner in his cell, who, having been condemned to have some one day and night watching him through a hole in the prison door, became haunted and horrified by the eye that was ever looking at him; but, rather, let us gladly believe that "the Lord has searched us, and known us;" that He "understands our thoughts afar off;" and let us bare and open ourselves to the Infinite Searcher of hearts. II. They who will not do this, will have to prove the experience of Gehazi, that one sin, one lie, makes others easier and worse. Gehazi presumed that Elisha was ignorant of his doings, and when he went in and was asked, "Whence comest thou?" he had his answer ready, "Thy servant went nowhither." The lie came from him easily and readily, for he had prepared himself beforehand; and the lie he had told to Naaman trained him to insult, by deceiving, his master. The way to perdition is downhill, on a slippery way, with a descent that is ever quickening. The first step down gives us impetus, and every after step is easier to the soul that is going down away from the light. One act of lying or deceiving needs another, and begets its own kind until the liar deceives himself, imagining himself to be secure, when he is on, the edge of perdition, and thinking his schemes are all doing well, when "He that sitteth in the heavens laughs at them, and the Lord has them in derision." In thus leading to a vile, false security of self-deception, lying becomes its own enemy and judgment. Though others may be hoodwinked, and conscience may be blindfolded, so that right and wrong are not clearly discernible, yet deception must end somewhere. Somewhere, and with some one, a lie must be of no use, be wasted breath and ruinous sin. It is of no use with God; it stops at the throne of God; there it must stand revealed; and we have yet to see whether the boldness of earth's deceptions will be continued there. Who shall be bold in the day of God? Certainly not the false man. III. Gehazi's exposure and shame come now before us. How soon the scheme came to an end, and such an end! How soon the bubble burst! Gehazi had deceived Naaman and had gotten his money, but he had misled himself much more. For Elisha's spirit had been with him, and it is notable that Elisha says, that from the moment in which Gehazi began to deceive Naaman, he knew the whole. It is not a light thing to God when we allow ourselves to glide into an iniquity, but it must be and is before God a much viler thing when, in addition to wronging our own souls, we hurt and sin against others. Sin has been vile enough when, in cases that have come before our law courts, men have lied, and forged, and perjured themselves; the outrage on truth has been bad, but when widows and orphans and others have been ruined by trusting their money to such men, has there not risen a cry to God, a cry clamorous as that of Abel's unexpiated blood? Samuel Rutherford spoke tenderly yet terribly when he said, "I find it would be no art, as I see now, to make hypocrisy a goodly web, and to go through the market as a saint among men, and yet steal quietly to hell without observation, so easy it is to deceive men. Men see but as men, but to be approved of God (may I add in business?) is no ordinary mercy." Gehazi got Naaman's money; would that we all in our trading and toil had the spirit that would lay all gains before God, saying, Lord, whose money have I? IV. Elisha's patriotism cried out against Gehazi's sin. "Is it a time to receive money and garments and oliveyards, and vineyards and sheep, and oxen, and menservants, and maidservants?" This protest is based not only on Elisha's desire that Naaman's cure should be from beginning to end the evident work of the free grace and mercy of the God of Israel, but rises also from the condition of Israel as a nation at that time. It was a time of strife and care, of war and rumour of war, in which everyone ought to have been ready for the call of self-sacrifice, and for the encouragement of self-denying motives for the sake of the time and the fatherland. During all the period of war and siege and famine of which you may read in the next chapter, Elisha was the leader of the patriotic and no-surrender party in Samaria. He it was who encouraged the people to resist even to the uttermost; and even when the city was so reduced that women ate their own children, and the king sent a man to strike off Elisha's head as the leader of the resisting party, Elisha still kept the gates of the city shut against a surrender. Knowing the vigorous patriotism of this man of God, his readiness for self-devotion, we may well and easily understand Elisha's detestation of Gehazi's conduct when all that he seemed to wish for was the increase of his money and the accumulation of hoarded wealth. It was not a time to receive money, and pander by false ways to the lust for gain, though there are men who, in any crisis of a nation or society or religion, will put the claims of self-interest in the foreground, and judge only under the impulse of insatiable appetite for wealth. The patriot as well as the prophet speaks to us here, and his word declares that a man is required by the condition of his country and the state of the times in which he lives to forbid himself any gain, to deny himself any advance, that may involve him in meanness and sinfulness. With broader meaning also, out of which all other special applications come, we must learn from this that the Christian man is required to govern all his life by such a feeling as this of Elisha, that time on earth is to be passed in the actual subordination of earthly gains of money, or rich dress, or property, or social status. The present time is a time for honest toil and labour in the fear of God and the love of Jesus; but not for aiming at the miscalled "goods" of this world. V. Now, coming to the last of this history, we see Gehazi pierced through with many sorrows. He had sought his good here, but with Naaman's money he got his leprosy too. The blessing of the Syrian became the curse of the servant of the man of God. Let us get this matter close to ourselves. The day of God, we may fear, will show many who have blighted themselves, marked themselves with a curse by their part in connection with God's word; many who have helped to do good, but therein doomed themselves by the spirit that they have allowed to grow on the work. It is not a light thing to assume leadership in the Lord, or eldership in His work, for if we are hurtful in these things, who shall heal the hurt?
"For what shall heal, when holy service banes?
Or who may guide
O'er desert plains
Thy lov'd, yet sinful people wandering wide,
If Aaron's hand, unshrinking, mould
An idol form of earthly gold?"
What shall save when being an instrument of good is made its own curse by any soul? This doom of Gehazi is prophetic of all uncleansed sin and its miserable end. Any unrepented wrong against man or God must come back to the wrongdoer. Sin that we will not let Christ wash away must "find us out," for it is our sin, our own ghastly belonging for ever and ever. We are its author, owner, and home for ever. We raise a demon that we cannot lay but by taking it home to ourselves. Unpardoned—that is, unrepented—sin is as the unclean spirit of which the Lord spake: it has no end till it returns whence it set out. We began with honour and degradation in Naaman; and it all ends in this dishonour and degradation in Gehazi. "He went out a leper"—the curse of God had fallen on him by the word of the gentle master whose work he had defiled. Elisha's kindliness gave place to the word of vengeance. Oh, remember that there is such a thing as "the wrath of the Lamb," and that when the gentleness of God, the Lamb in the midst of the throne, gives way to judgment, there shall be found no place for the liar, the covetous, or any impenitent. In the free grace and love by which Naaman was washed and purified we have our hope; and in the outraged love by which Gehazi was blighted we have our warning. Take both the hope and the warning.—C. W. P.
2Ki . A sordid spirit. I. Remains unchanged, though in daily intercourse with the most unselfish nobleness. II. Cannot appreciate the motive that relinquishes a single opportunity of getting gain. III. Deludes itself in assuming a religious guise for its basest acts (2Ki 5:20). IV. Displays unseemly haste in getting possession of coveted treasure (2Ki 5:21). V. Is facile in manufacturing falsehood (2Ki 5:22). VI. Does not scruple to take every advantage of the generosity of others (2Ki 5:23). VII. Is careful to conceal the extent of its hoardings (2Ki 5:24).
2Ki . How mighty are the evil inborn lusts of the human heart! Even in the case of those who have for years enjoyed the society of the noblest and most pious men, who have heard and read the Word of God daily, and who have had the example of holy conduct daily before their eyes, lusts arise, take possession of them, and carry them captive (Jas 1:13-15).
2Ki . He who himself thinketh no evil, and is sincere, does not suspect cunning and deceit in others. Good-hearted, noble men, to whom it is moro lessed to give than to receive, are easily deceived, and they follow the inclination of their hearts instead of examining carefully to whom they are giving their benefactions.
2Ki . That which we must conceal brings no blessing.
2Ki . The audacity of a liar. I. Stands unabashed in the holiest presence. II. Under the necessity of adding lie to lie. III. Unexpectedly exposed. IV. Does not escape signal punishment.
2Ki compared with 2Ki 5:27. "But he went in and stood before his master. And he went out from his presence a leper as white as snow." A never-to-be forgotten interview. I. He went in guilty, yet little dreaming of detection; he came out baffled, exposed, humbled. II. He went in hardened, impenitent, and prepared with excuses; he came out smitten with a punishment as little expected as it was terrible. III. A single interview may wither the happiness of a lifetime; judgment, though unanticipated, is swift and sure. IV. The way in which we shall come out of the last judgment will depend upon the character with which we go in.
2Ki . It is folly to presume upon sin in hopes of secrecy. When thou goest aside into any bye-path, does not thy own conscience go with thee? Does not the eye of God go with thee?
—Giving is kind, and taking is courteous, and both may at times and in some cases be done without sin. There is much use of godly discretion, doubtless, in directing us when to open, when to shut our hands.—Trapp.
2Ki . It is a woful exchange that Gehazi hath made with Naaman; Naaman came a leper, returned a disciple. Gehazi came a disciple, returned a leper. Naaman left behind both his disease and his money; Gehazi takes up both his money and his disease. Now shall Gehazi neverlook upon himself but he shall think of Naaman, whose skin is transferred upon him with those talents, and shall wear out the rest of his days in shame, in pain, and sorrow. His tears may wash off the guilt of his sin, but shall not, like another Jordan, wash off his leprosy; that shall ever remain as a hereditary monument of Divine severity. Happy was it for him if, while his skin was snow white with leprosy, his humbled soul was washed white as snow with the water of true repentance.—Bp. Hall.
—The leprosy of riches. Gold is tainted. Strength required to use it aright. A curse cleaves to it when it is ill-gotten or ill-used. This curse crops out most frequently in the children. A father absorbed in the pursuit of wealth, and mother absorbed in fashion, will bring up corrupt and neglected children. Parents who love gold, fashion, and display, train their children to hold these the chief things in life.
—As Naaman was a living monument of the saving might and grace of Jehovah, so Gehazi was a monument of the retributive justice of the Holy One in Israel; a living warning and threat for the entire people. By his conversion Naaman was taken up into God's community of redemption in Israel; by his unfaithfulness and denial of this God, Gehazi brings down upon himself the punishment which excludes him from the society of the prophet-disciples and of the entire covenant people. As Naaman's cure and conversion was a physical prophecy that God will have pity upon the heathen also, and will receive him into His covenant of grace, so Gehazi's leprosy prophesied the rejection of the people of Israel who should abandon the covenant of grace and persevere in apostasy (Mat ; Mat 21:43).—Lange.
—Let not the punishment of Gehazi be thought too severe. Important principles were involved in his conduct, for it was a time when the representatives of the sacred office needed to observe the greatest caution against the spirit of worldliness. Gehazi's acts on this occasion were a complication of wickedness. He showed contempt for the judgment of his master in the matter of receiving gifts; he meanly misrepresented the prophet by making him ask for what Naaman had just heard him most positively refuse; he invented a false story to blind the eyes of Naaman; and, finally, told a miserable lie in the hope of escaping detection from Elisha. Add to all this the foul spirit of covetousness that actuated him through all this evil course, and his curse will not appear too great. The extending of his curse to his children after him is but another exhibition of the terrible consequences of human sinfulness. Gehazi's posterity, innocent of their father's sins, but, like many others, they were compelled to bear the consequences of ancestral crimes. That thousands of innocents are subjected to suffering because of the sins of others is a fact which none can deny. Why this is permitted under the government of an all-wise God is a question which He has not seen fit fully to answer.—Whedon.
Exell, Joseph S. "Commentary on 2 Kings 5:4". Preacher's Complete Homiletical Commentary. https://www.studylight.org/commentaries/phc/2-kings-5.html. Funk & Wagnalls Company, 1892.
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Mucocele
Mucocele is a painless mucus filled lump commonly found in the inner part of the lips. This benign looking mass usually contains clear fluid. Mucocele results from the blockade and injury of any of the minor salivary glands.
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Mucocele presents as a small fluid filled sac most commonly seen in the inner lip area. It appears bluish in clear and is often painless to palpation. Other less common sites of mucocele include the tongue, palate, cheek surface, and the floor of mouth.
Although these lesions are benign, they are generally annoying to the patients because they interfere speech and eating.
Entire Body System
After rigorous selection, 12 adult patients were enrolled to undergo a postoperative CT scan in order to verify what had happened to the eroded bone at least 3 years following the surgical marsupialization of the mucocele.[ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]
Respiratoric
In conclusion, Cedecea davisae has been thought to cause atrophic rhinitis and mucocele in this patient. Patient recovered with simple treatment. These bacteria should be kept in mind as a causative agent for atrophic rhinitis.[ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]
Periumbilical Pain
We report the case of a 60-year-old male with an AM presenting with nausea and periumbilical pain radiating to the right lower quadrant.[ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]
Jaw & Teeth
Parotid Mass
Herein, the authors report a patient of mucoepidermoid carcinoma presenting as an asymptomatic mucocele-like cystic parotid mass.[ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]
We present the case of a 57-year-old man who presented with a 1-year history of epiphora and right globe prominence with associated diplopia.[ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]
Retroorbital Pain
Frontal mucoceles are expansive lesions usually causing visual clinical signs and symptoms such as diminution of vision, visual field defects, diplopia, orbital swelling, retroorbital pain, displacement of eye globe, ptosis, and proptosis.[ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]
In this article, we present a case of frontocutaneous fistula and skin ulcer, which is an unexpected complication of frontal mucocele.[ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]
She was complaining of neck pain for the last 2-3 days and had noticed the mass growing in size and becoming tender to palpation. There was no exacerbation of pain during eating, drinking, or opening of mouth. A multidetector CT scan was made.[ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]
Face, Head & Neck
Cheek Pain
MSM may present with unilateral cheek pain, heaviness, swelling, numbness, hemifacial pain, nasal obstruction, nasal discharge, and/or proptosis.[ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]
The treatment involves either open or endoscopic incision and drainage of the cyst, mucosal resection, and an antrostomy for drainage.We report the case of a patient with Pfeiffer syndrome who underwent Le Fort III distraction osteogenesis and developed[ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]
When it occurs in the oral floor, they are called ranula (rana frog and ula little) because the swelling resembles the vocal or air sacs of the frog. 2 Case study of a gingival mucous cyst that developed during distraction of the mandible Yoshihiro Watanabe[ijdr.in]
Paresis
The case is presented of a 51-year old male patient with a history of blunt trauma in the frontal region and a one-year history of vision loss, proptosis and paresis of the lateral rectus muscle of the right eye.[ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]
CASE PRESENTATION: A 42-year-old Korean male presented with gradually progressive proptosis of right eye and right-sided frontal headache. He had previously undergone endoscopic sinus surgery (ESS) 15 and 9 years ago.[ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]
Workup
Mucocele and ranula are easily diagnosed clinically.
Sometimes imaging studies of larger lesions and those with any obstructing sialolith may be required. Computed Tomography (CT-scan) and Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) are used to investigate large plunging and cervical ranulas [7].
Ultrasonography has also been used in the elucidation of the symptomatic and bothersome oral mucocele and ranula [8].
In most cases, superficial oral mucocele requires biopsy and histopathologic study [9]. Mucus from the pseudocysts may also be aspirated using a fine needle syringe for evaluation. In case of retention mucinous cysts, excision biopsy may be required to deroof the cyst and restore the patency of the ducts.
Posterior Mediastinal Mass
Large posterior mediastinal masses may lead threatening complications such as critical tracheobronchial compression. Airway management in these individuals is a challenge and being a lower airway obstruction; rescue strategies are limited.[ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]
Multiple mucoceles on the lip area are treated with topical clobetasol 0.05% with gamma linolenic acid to control flare ups and recurrences [10]. Mucoceles and ranulas in infants and children are usually observed for a few months before active interventions are initiated. In children, up to 44% of these oral lesions resolve spontaneously within 3 months. Persistent symptoms require excision surgery or fluid aspiration with a fine needle. Micromarsupialization techniques may be attempted on pediatric patients to prevent the recurrence of these pseudocysts. Other cases can be successfully treated using cryotherapy, laser surgery or electrocauterization.
In general, the clinical course of mucocele and ranula offers a very good outlook. There are no reported mortalities on uncomplicated mucocele cases so far. Morbidities associated with mucocele lesions include respiratory obstruction and infections.
Mucocele usually results from the blockage of the mucus ducts of the lips and the base of the mouth. The mucus ducts are obstructed due to trauma to the mouth area. The irritation in the obstructed mucus duct causes the patient to passively suck on the lips causing a mucus filled growth on the lips. Any form of tattooing and lip piercing can also predispose to the formation of mucocele.
In general, mucocele occurs in 1 out of 500 individuals. In the United States, mucocele represents the 17th most common oral lesion in the clinics with a country wide prevalence rate of 14 cases per 10,000 population. In children, the prevalence rate is 4 cases out of 10,000 children aging 2 to 17 years [1]. Rarely, a congenital mucocele can occur in the newborn [2].
Superficial mucocele represents 6% of the cases of oral mucocele. This type of pseudocyst abounds in the soft palate region and the retromolar regions of the palate. True ranulas in the oral cavity only represents 1% to 10% of the total cases of mucocele. In Sweden, mucocele has a prevalence rating of 11 cases per 10,000 population [3]. Morbidity in mucocele are only associated with plunging ranulas that can cause airway obstruction when they grow large enough [4]. There are no racial and sexual predilection for mucocele formation. Almost 70% of mucocele cases occur at age 20 or younger while mucus retention cysts peak during the fifth to sixth decade of life.
Sex distribution
The pathophysiology of mucocele and ranula stems from the obstruction and disruption of the mucus secretion of the salivary glands. Any traumatic insults to the ductul nomenclature will advertently cause the extravasation of the mucus in the neighboring tissues causing a soft blister in the affected area. Hypertension due to ductal obstruction can cause rupture of the acinar structure causing an aberrant flow of mucus in the nearby structures. Traumatic injuries to the acinar and lobular structures of the salivary glands can contribute to the pathogenesis of the disease process [5].
In some cases of non-traumatic superficial mucoceles, an immunologic causation is sometimes implicated. The aggressive nature of the pseudocyst is attributed to the progressive secretion of proteolytic enzymes that assist its expansive nature [6]. Some mucocele are caused by ductal obstruction from sialoliths or inspissated secretions formed by the salivary glands themselves.
There are no known modifiable activities to prevent the occurrence of mucoceles. Children and adults are advised to avoid the intentional sucking of the lips in between the teeth to prevent its development.
Mucocele or oral ranula is a pseudocyst that form in the mouth due to the extravasation of mucus due to obstruction or trauma to the salivary gland. Mucocele is sometimes referred to as a mucus retention cyst which originates from a minor salivary gland.
Ranula is a mucocele that originates from a major salivary gland and is seen in the floor of the mouth. It is classified as cervical and plunging depending on its location and origin.
Obstruction of the duct of a minor salivary gland with gradual acumulation of secretions causes the gland to swell. It is then known as a mucocele and it usually appears on the inner surface of the lip as a painless, blue swelling. Trauma and small stones also cause obstruction in the duct of the salivary gland leading to mucocele formation. Small mucoceles often resolve spontaneously within 3 months without any active treatment. In other cases, surgery and operative techniques may be needed to remove the mucocele.
Crean SJ, Connor C. Congenital mucoceles: report of two cases. Int J Paediatr Dent. Dec 1996; 6(4):271-5.
Pownell PH, Brown OE, Pransky SM, Manning SC. Congenital abnormalities of the submandibular duct. Int J Pediatr Otorhinolaryngol. Sep 1992; 24(2):161-9.
Axell T. A prevalence study of oral mucosal lesions in an adult Swedish population. Odontol Revy. 1976; 27(36):1-103.
Pang CE, Lee TS, Pang KP, Pang YT. Thoracic ranula: an extremely rare case. J Laryngol Otol. Mar 2005; 119(3):233-4.
Harrison JD. Modern management and pathophysiology of ranula: literature review. Head Neck. Oct 2010; 32(10):1310-20.
Azuma M, Tamatani T, Fukui K, et al. Proteolytic enzymes in salivary extravasation mucoceles. J Oral Pathol Med. Aug 1995; 24(7):299-302.
La'porte SJ, Juttla JK, Lingam RK. Imaging the floor of the mouth and the sublingual space. Radiographics. Sep-Oct 2011; 31(5):1215-30.
Yasumoto M, Nakagawa T, Shibuya H, Suzuki S, Satoh T. Ultrasonography of the sublingual space. J Ultrasound Med. Dec 1993; 12(12):723-9.
Jinbu Y, Tsukinoki K, Kusama M, Watanabe Y. Recurrent multiple superficial mucocele on the palate: Histopathology and laser vaporization. Oral Surg Oral Med Oral Pathol Oral Radiol Endod. Feb 2003; 95(2):193-7.
McCaul JA, Lamey PJ. Multiple oral mucoceles treated with gamma-linolenic acid: report of a case. Br J Oral Maxillofac Surg. Dec 1994; 32(6):392-3.
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Man honored for saving passenger
News | July 26, 2002
During recent ceremonies at the Veteran’s Administration in Reno, a South Lake Tahoe resident was honored for his heroic efforts after he helped rescue a paralyzed man involved in a traffic accident.
On April 29, Veteran’s Administration transport van driver Jay Brown helped passenger John Baudendistel escape without major injuries when the van Brow was driving was hit by another vehicle in Carson City.
Baudendistel, who is wheelchair bound and weighs more than 270 pounds, was lifted by Brown and removed from the van after it began filling up with smoke.
“I thought the van was going to burst into flames,” Baudendistel said in a letter to Gary Whitfield, the director of the VA Hospital in Reno. “Thank God for Mr. Brown that he acted fast and got me out.”
Last month Brown was recognized for his efforts in front of an assembly of Veterans Administration employees.
“Jay Brown will always be a hero for his response in thinking first for his passenger’s safety,” Whitfield said.
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Taste Radio Episode 132
Zevia/SPINS: Paddy Spence
Insider Ep. 3
Taste Radio Ep. 132: Zevia CEO Paddy Spence: “It’s About Being One Percent Better Each Day”
Posted by Ray Latif | October 9, 2018 at 2:26 pm
It’s hard to overestimate the impact that Patty Spence, the founder of market research firm SPINS and CEO of stevia-sweetened beverage brand Zevia, has had on the natural food industry.
With SPINS, Spence transformed the way that natural product sales data is tracked and aggregated and in doing so created a powerful resource for a fast-growing industry. After departing SPINS, Spence became the CEO of Zevia, a company that he acquired in 2010, and has since played a key role in stevia’s development as a leading natural and zero-calorie alternative to sugar. The sweetener is central to the formulation of Zevia, which is expected to pull in over $200 million in sales this year.
In a conversation included in this episode, Spence remarked on the success of both SPINS and Zevia and pointed to a passion for continuous improvement as key to his business philosophy.
“We never think we’re at the end point,” he said. “It’s about being one percent better each day, each week than we were before.”
Hear more from our conversation with Spence, in which he extolled the importance of marrying personal insights and passion with quantitative data, his perspective on work-life balance and whether a multi-billion dollar exit is imminent for Zevia.
2:35: Interview: Paddy Spence, CEO, Zevia & Founder, SPINS — In this interview, recorded via weblink, Spence spoke to BevNET Managing Editor Ray Latif from Zevia headquarters in Encino, Calif. Spence discussed the origins of his career and what motivated him to launch SPINS, how a decision to cut sugar out of his diet led him to Zevia, why he believes that in the future “sugar is going to be used — as it should be — as a condiment, as a drug,” why all Zevia employees are offered stock in the company, and why Spence believes that it’s critical to be home for dinner every night.
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McClatchy DC: Rand Paul is pushing a bourbon tax break – but how will he pay for it?
In The NewsMcClatchy DC: Rand Paul is pushing a bourbon tax break – but how will he pay for it?
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Taxpayers for Common Sense, a nonpartisan advocacy group, which generally opposes such tax carveouts to targeted industries, said Paul should identify a way to pay for the measure.
“This is spending through the tax code, giving up revenue you would otherwise receive,” said Steve Ellis, the group’s vice president. “At the end of the day, it has the same impact. If you’re going to propose this and going to be serious about pay fors, you should be coming up with one.”
Paul told McClatchy Thursday insisted that he tried to balance the 2017 tax cut bill with spending cuts, proposing an amendment to cut mandatory federal spending, or spending that can go up automatically, before the Senate voted on the tax package. The amendment failed 94-4.
“They just say ‘Oh, you voted for taxes, you don’t care about debt,’ completely untrue,” Paul said. He came under withering criticism from former Daily Show host Jon Stewart, who championed the 9/11 first responders bill, accusing Paul in a Fox News interview of trying to “balance the budget on the backs of the 9/11 first responder community.”
Paul said when he voted for the tax cut, it was subject to the federal rule that requires spending to be cut if the legislation raises the deficit.
“I voted for the tax cut in a completely fiscally responsible manner,” he said.
But the rule is routinely waived and two days after the tax bill was passed, the House passed a spending bill that included a measure that averted a $25 billion in Medicare cuts that would have been triggered by pay-as-you-go rule.
Paul at the time tried to force a Senate vote to keep spending cuts in place.
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Bounce raises $97 mn in Series D; eyes profit in FY23
Shashank Didmishe 9 Jan, 2020
Nearly seven months after investing in Wickedride Adventure Services, which owns online mobility startup Bounce, Facebook co-founder Eduardo Saverin has come back for more. The Bengaluru-based company has raised $97 million in Series D round led by Saverin’s venture capital fund B Capital.
The round also saw first-time investors in Bounce -- Stellenbosch, South Africa-based seed stage investor Alpha Wave Ventures and Chiratae Ventures founder and MD Bruno E Raschle in his individual capacity. Existing investors such as venture capital firms Accel, Sequoia Capital India, Qualcomm Ventures, Chiratae Ventures, IDG Ventures and ON Mauritius also participated in the round.
Of the total funds raised, the company has received $35 million (Rs 250 crore) from B Capital, while the rest is infused by other investors, regulatory filings show.
In June 2019, the company raised $72 million in a growth round (Series C) led by B Capital and New York-based hedge fund Falcon Edge Capital, along with existing investors.
This is Wickedride Adventures’ largest funding round. With this, Bounce has raised around $190 million till date, as per data available with VCCEdge. The round values Wickedride Adventures at $450 million, higher by $250 million in the previous round, financial daily Mint reported, citing sources.
Founded by Vivekanand Hellekere, Varun Agni and Arun G, Bounce offers motorbikes on rent to its users, mostly focusing on urban areas. Its offering includes brands such as Harley Davidson, Triumph, Royal Enfield, Kawasaki and Ducati.
Bounce has also added dockless bike platform in addition to its existing rental solutions. In November 2018, it acquired bicycle rental startup Ofo to improve its offerings.
Bounce’s chief competitor is Vogo, which was founded in 2016. In June 2019, it raised an undisclosed amount from Myntra executive Ananth Narayanan, along with other individual investors, after raising $3.6 million from venture debt firm Alteria Capital in the same month.
B Capital was founded in 2015 by Saverin along with Raj Ganguly. The latter has previously worked with Boston-headquartered investment firm Bain Capital, private equity firm Velos Partners and consulting firm McKinsey.
B Capital looks to invest in startups that are ready to scale on a global scale with a focus on sectors such as e-commerce, healthcare, financial services, travel and transport. Other than Bounce, B Capital’s portfolio companies include online payment platform mswipe, B2B e-commerce marketplace bizongo, logistics platform BlackBuck and software maker Icertis.
Bounce financials
While the online motorbike rental platform does not expect to become profitable before the financial year 2022-23, it expects to earn nearly Rs 80 crore in revenue in FY20, up five-fold from FY19. It expects losses to the tune of Rs 160 crore during the year. However, it expects a significant revenue jump to Rs 769 crore and Rs 2,261 crore in FY21 and FY22, respectively, according to a valuation report.
In FY19, Bounce widened losses by a factor of 10 to Rs 71 crore on account of an over eight-fold increase in its expenses to Rs 87 crore. Despite the massive losses and higher expenditure, the company’s topline grew over five times to Rs 16 crore. It claims to have a net worth of around Rs 53 crore.
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CIvility Tennessee
The Dose of news you can use. This week: Simpler life with homesteading, mental health resources and tequila
Plus: A lawsuit involving Ole Red's red light, Steven Tyler's Janie's House 'scarf cutting,' and a toast to local tequila
The Dose of news you can use. This week: Simpler life with homesteading, mental health resources and tequila Plus: A lawsuit involving Ole Red's red light, Steven Tyler's Janie's House 'scarf cutting,' and a toast to local tequila Check out this story on Tennessean.com: https://www.tennessean.com/story/news/2019/02/06/nashville-hotels-tequila-blake-shelton-steven-tyler-dose/2674559002/
Jessica Bliss, Nashville Tennessean Published 8:33 p.m. CT Feb. 6, 2019 | Updated 8:28 a.m. CT Feb. 7, 2019
Hello from The Dose, a place to share the news we're all talking about — and actually experiencing. Each week, you’ll find: a stat worth digging into, a dose of news from our Tennessee community, something you *should* pay attention to on social media and a burst of happiness.
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I'm Jessica Bliss, a human interest columnist here at The Tennessean. I'm a mom, a triathlete, a writer. And, the curator of this newsletter. Definitely send me your feedback and what you’d like to see. My promise? This will be a positive space for all perspectives.
This week's dose of news
Have you heard of homesteading? More Nashvillians are returning to a simpler life
Demand for Nashville chicken permits has more than doubled in recent years. The number of Tennessee residents keeping bees has quadrupled in the past decade. And more people are renting garden plots to grow their own fresh fruits and veggies.
Stoney Creek Farm owners Leigh and Olin Funderburk started growing vegetables on their farm in 2009 and have since transformed it into a business teaching others how to live sustainably. (Photo: Shelley Mays/The Tennessean )
Homesteading — aka a self-sufficient lifestyle — is all the rage in Nashville. It’s part of a shift fueled by a desire to eat natural, chemical-free foods, to live frugally and to return to a simpler life. Now, who wants to go out and get a bee hive and a goat? I do!
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Oh, stop it: Nashville is suing Blake Shelton's honky tonk over a red light
Ole Red is a five-story upscale honky tonk on the corner of Broadway and 3rd Avenue in downtown Nashville. (Photo: Larry McCormack / The Tennessean)
Walk down Broadway, and you may see one of its bars aglow in red light. That's Ole Red, country music artist Blake Shelton's joint, in partnership with Ryman Hospitality.
Located along a strip of neon, one wouldn't think a simple red light would raise alarm, but the Historic Zoning Commission passed a policy in August 2017 banning colored exterior lights in districts with historic overlays. The Ole Red building is one.
Now, it's suing.
Waffle House shooter indicted on 17 counts
The Davidson County grand jury found that the evidence against Travis Reinking — the suspect in the Nashville Waffle House shooting — was strong enough to support four counts of premeditated first-degree murder, four counts of attempted first degree murder and a slate of other charges.
Travis Reinking laughs during his mental health hearing in criminal court Wednesday, Aug. 22, 2018, in Nashville, Tenn. Reinking is suspected of killing four people in a mass shooting in April at a Nashville Waffle House. (Photo: Lacy Atkins / The Tennessean)
The April attack killed four people. Soon it was eclipsed by the next attack, and then another. But the Waffle House survivors haven’t moved on. They still feel the physical and mental scars of violence.
The indictment moves Reinking's case closer to a high-profile criminal trial. Prosecutors have now identified eight key witnesses they might call to testify, including four survivors of the shooting.
Nashville opens new 24-hour mental health emergency room
When Bonnie Kelly goes into crisis, she hears voices. Delusions from her bipolar syndrome confuse her. She's been arrested for disorderly conduct and spent time in jail.
At 64 years old, she still carries the burden of those decades'-old arrests. When it comes to mental illness, Tennessee officials now agree — incarceration is not always the best option.
Bonnie Kelly says there have been times in the past when her mental illness has resulted in arrest for disorderly conduct. (Photo: Shelley Mays /Tennessean)
Last weekend, the city opened a new 24-hour Crisis Treatment Center to help redirect those suffering mental health disorders away from the criminal justice system and to community-based treatment and supports.
Need help?: This tool offers a searchable database of hospitals, treatment centers and mental health organizations across Tennessee that offer support.
Former Vanderbilt nurse charged with reckless homicide after error killed a patient
You may remember this story: A nurse's medication mix-up at Vanderbilt University Medical Center resulted in the death of a 75-year-old Gallatin woman in 2017.
The nurse allegedly ignored safety precautions, according to the Davidson County District Attorney's office. In addition to homicide, she has also been charged with impaired adult abuse.
The victim's son said this week that his mother would feel sorrow for nurse.
“I know my mom well, and she would be very upset knowing that this lady may spend some of her life in prison,” Gary Murphey told The Tennessean. “She probably had a family, and it’s destroyed their life, too.”
Numbers worth knowing
Hotel fever: How many is too many?
Of course you've seen them: Vacationers, bachelorette parties, country music fans. They all flock to Nashville, lured by the city's live music and nightlife scenes. And they can mean big bucks for developers — particularly in the hotel industry. There has been a boom of building here in the last few years, but is the city oversaturated now? Investors remain bullish.
The main lobby at the JW Marriott Tuesday, July 17, 2018, in Nashville, Tenn. (Photo: George Walker IV / The Tennessean)
Let's look at the numbers:
15.2 million: Tourists who visited Nashville last year, according to the Nashville Convention and Visitors Corp. That's up from 14.5 million vacationers in 2017.
20: New hotels that opened in Nashville in 2018. That was up from 19 in 2017 and another 20 from 2015 to 2016.
$147.19 a night: Average room price in 2018 — up from $142.64 last year. Rooms downtown start closer to $300 a night on weekends.
17 percent: Of visitors surveyed by the Nashville Convention & Visitor's Corp. said they stayed in short-term rentals and 65 percent reported hotel reservations.
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All the good feels
Aerosmith's Steven Tyler opens house for abused girls in Memphis
Aerosmith frontman Steven Tyler has dozens of music-related accolades, including a spot in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. But Janie’s House? "This is real," he says.
Steven Tyler holds 'scarf-cutting' ceremony
February 04 2019 - Steven Tyler speaks during a scarf-cutting celebration outside of Janie's House at Youth Villages in Bartlett. Janie's Fund paid for the renovations of the existing home for girls and Youth Villages renamed it a Janie's House. Brad Vest/The Commercial Appeal, The Commercial Appeal
February 04 2019 - From left, Sylvia, JaBrayia, Jenna, and Steven Tyler pose for photos during a scarf-cutting celebration outside of Janie's House at Youth Villages in Bartlett. Janie's Fund paid for the renovations of the existing home for girls and Youth Villages renamed it a Janie's House. Brad Vest/The Commercial Appeal, The Commercial Appeal
February 04 2019 - Patrick Lawler, CEO Youth Villages, speaks during a scarf-cutting celebration outside of Janie's House at Youth Villages in Bartlett. Janie's Fund paid for the renovations of the existing home for girls and Youth Villages renamed it a Janie's House. Brad Vest/The Commercial Appeal, The Commercial Appeal
February 04 2019 - Steven Tyler arrives for a scarf-cutting celebration outside of Janie's House at Youth Villages in Bartlett. Janie's Fund paid for the renovations of the existing home for girls and Youth Villages renamed it a Janie's House. Brad Vest/The Commercial Appeal, The Commercial Appeal
February 04 2019 - Scenes from the scarf-cutting celebration at Janie's House at Youth Villages in Bartlett. Janie's Fund paid for the renovations of the existing home for girls and Youth Villages renamed it a Janie's House. Brad Vest/The Commercial Appeal, The Commercial Appeal
February 04 2019 - Richard Shaw, chief development officer at Youth Villages, speaks during a scarf-cutting celebration at Janie's House at Youth Villages in Bartlett. Janie's Fund paid for the renovations of the existing home for girls and Youth Villages renamed it a Janie's House. Brad Vest/The Commercial Appeal, The Commercial Appeal
February 04 2019 - Nicole Fannin, director of residential services at Youth Villages, speaks during a scarf-cutting celebration at Janie's House at Youth Villages in Bartlett. Janie's Fund paid for the renovations of the existing home for girls and Youth Villages renamed it a Janie's House. Brad Vest/The Commercial Appeal, The Commercial Appeal
Singer Steven Tyler attends the scarf-cutting celebration Feb. 4, 2019, for Janie's House, a project between Tyler and Youth Villages to renovate a home for girls who have suffered abuse or neglect. Brad Vest/The Commercial Appeal
Janie’s Fund is a project between Tyler and Youth Villages that raises money to create homes for girls who have suffered abuse or neglect as they age out of the foster system. The fund's name came from the fictional Janie of Tyler's song "Janie's Got a Gun," which depicts a girl abused by her father.
Tyler was in Bartlett, Tenn., this week to celebrate the opening of the second Janie's House. The first is in Atlanta. "This does my heart and soul good," Tyler said.
"Tequila is sort of, I think, a misunderstood spirit. ... Most people have the super cheap, spring break, plastic bottle experience, and that is so far from what it really is."
— Todd Bottorff, co-owner of TC Craft Tequila, one of two Nashville-owned tequilas popping up on store shelves and in bars across Middle Tennessee. High-end tequila and Tennessee whiskey are key drivers of growth in the U.S. spirits industry right now.
TC Craft Tequila Thursday Jan. 31, 2019 in Nashville, Tenn. (Photo: George Walker IV / The Tennessean)
Oh, the things you should do!
Go to see a ground-breaking ballet: "Lucy Negro Redux" goes starkly against ballet's historical trends as a piece created exclusively for an African-American female lead. It features an original score to be performed live by Rhiannon Giddens — founder of the Carolina Chocolate Drops — and spoken-word poetry by Nashville author Caroline Randall Williams, whose book was inspiration for the ballet. It shows at TPAC Feb. 8-10.
Kayla Rowser performs with Nicolas Scheuer as the ballet Lucy Negro Redux explores the mysterious love life of literary great William Shakespeare through the perspective of the illustrious “Dark Lady” for whom many of his famed sonnets were written. Wednesday Jan. 23, 2019, in Nashville, Tenn. (Photo: Larry McCormack / Tennessean)
Celebrate Black History Month: There's puppet shows, cultural programs, rich storytelling, history and genealogy workshops, lots of music and much more. And most of the events are free! Check out all the amazing ways you can celebrate Black History Month in Middle Tennessee.
Eat in East Nasty: It's restaurant week on the East side. Fill your tummies and feel good through Feb. 10. A percentage of money spent on delicious meals goes to support the Fannie Battle Day Home for Children. Participating restaurants include Peninsula, Fox Bar & Cocktail Club, Lyra and more.
What’s on the menu at Peninsula in Nashville
Peninsula: Executive chef Jake Howell prepares Tomato Toast. Nancy Vienneau / For The Tennessean
Peninsula: Tomato Toast with Springer Mountain Farms chicken liver mousse Nancy Vienneau / For The Tennessean
Peninsula's bar Nancy Vienneau / For The Tennessean
Peninsula: Two Gin & Tonic selections: #3 with pimenton-olive-Fever Tree Mediterranean and #7 with apple, tarragon and Fever Tree tonic. Nancy Vienneau / For The Tennessean
Peninsula: Grilled Romaine with pistachios, buttermilk and Idiazabal Nancy Vienneau / For The Tennessean
Peninsula: Braised rabbit in garlic broth with Piment d'Espelette. Nancy Vienneau / For The Tennessean
Peninsula: Interior Nancy Vienneau / For The Tennessean
Peninsula: Sangria Familia, made with Pimm's vodka, tempranillo and fresh fruit Nancy Vienneau / For The Tennessean
Peninsula: Pork shoulder, squid ink, whipped lardo and country bread Nancy Vienneau / For The Tennessean
Peninsula: Farro, pea, squid and pine nut picada Nancy Vienneau / For The Tennessean
Peninsula: Lime curd, tarragon and fresh berries. Nancy Vienneau / For The Tennessean
Peninsula: Peninsula owners Yuriko Say, left, Jake Howell and Craig Schoen. Nancy Vienneau / For The Tennessean
Put together your audition tape: Warm up those patriotic vocal cords. The Nashville Sounds want you to sing the National Anthem at First Tennessee Park. The ball club is accepting audition videos now. The season opens on April 4, so don't delay.
Get your tix to see Chris Young: The music star's "Raised on Country 2019" tour includes more than 25 coast-to-coast stops at arenas and amphitheaters — but there's not a stop in Nashville, so get ready for a road trip.
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Tornado claims life of newborn despite rescue attempt
BLUE RIDGE, Texas—The winds had finally calmed when Debralee King and her husband ventured out to check on their horses and see what damage the tornado that stormed through had caused. by The Associated Press Dec. 29 2015 @ 2:04am
This photo taken Sunday shows damage to the home where Daniel and Zuleyma Santillano lived with their newborn and three older children in Blue Ridge, Texas, north of Dallas. The Santillano's newborn was killed when the home was destroyed by a tornado Saturday night. Photo by Associated Press
BLUE RIDGE, Texas—The winds had finally calmed when Debralee King and her husband ventured out to check on their horses and see what damage the tornado that stormed through had caused.
As King stood in her yard Saturday night, she heard a neighbor's scream. Then she saw Jose Daniel Santillano—shirtless, shoeless and running toward her with his newborn girl in his arms.
"He wanted me to take her to the hospital," King said. "He was frantic. His wife was still trapped."
With that, King was thrust into an effort to save what appears to be the youngest victim of a powerful line of storms that spawned multiple tornadoes, destroyed several hundred homes and displaced residents throughout Dallas' suburbs.
King said she and another neighbor got in a vehicle with the infant, Aleya, and began driving. She could see the child was gravely injured.
"I kept saying, 'Oh my God. Be OK, baby. Be OK,'" King recalled. "Her little hand was cold. I kept praying."
She and the neighbor found a game warden about five minutes away, she said. He called paramedics and began CPR on the girl until an ambulance arrived, according to King and Captain Jim Moody of the Collin County sheriff's department.
"She was already gone," King said. "The poor little girl didn't make it."
It remained unclear Monday whether Aleya Santillano died in the tornado or had briefly survived, Moody said.
Authorities in Collin County, just north of Dallas and home to the tiny Blue Ridge, said they were still fleshing out the chronology. King's account matched the details they had thus far, Moody said.
After Santillano handed over the child, King said, he rushed back to the mobile home he shared with his wife, Zuleyma, and three older children. King said she couldn't see through the darkness to know then that the trailer had been blown about 50 feet off its base and laid in a pile of wood and aluminum.
First responders showed up and took the husband and wife to a hospital. He was listed in good condition Monday and she was in critical condition, the hospital said. The other children were not seriously injured.
In Blue Ridge, a church volunteered to let the Santillanos stay in an empty parsonage while they recover, said Judy Phifer, a congregant and teacher at the elementary school the family's older children attend.
"We all had some damage (in Blue Ridge), but it was all minute compared to what they suffered," Phifer said.
King said she has been in touch with Zuleyma Santillano's sister and mother. The family was too distraught Monday to talk publicly, the sister told King.
"It's bad enough that the tornado took their home," King said. "But to take the baby, too, that's wrong."
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Judith Sargent Murray A Brief Biography with Documents
Authors: Sheila L. Skemp
Judith Sargent Murray (1751-1820) was at the center of the post-Revolution discussion concerning the proper role of women in the new Republic. Her voice dominated American discussion of women's character and their future in both intimate and public life. Here, Sheila Skemp supports her biographical essay with 15 of Murray's letters, essays, and poems.
Publisher: Bedford/Saint Martin's
Judith Sargent Murray
Introduction: Judith Sargent Murray's World
A Sargent of Gloucester
"The Despotism of Tradition": Universalism Comes to Gloucester
Earning the "Laurel Wreath": The Revolutionary Years
The Fruits of Independence: Women and Property in the Republic
The Bonds of Matrimony
"The Maternal Character"
A "Most Extensive Education"
A "Mania" for Literary Fame
Conclusion: "God Doth Equally His Gifts Impart"
The Documents
The Gleaner on Famous Literary Women, 1798
Preface to Judith Sargent Murray's Catechism, 1782
"Upon Printing My Little Catechism" (poem), 1782
"Reflecting, during a Fine Morning, upon Existing Circumstances" (poem)
Letter to Winthrop Sargent, February 25, 1778
"Margaretta Faces an Economic Crisis" (fiction), 1798
The Gleaner on Women's Attributes as Breadwinners, 1798
"Reasons for Lack of Union in the Wedded State" (poem)
"Margaretta Faces a Marital Crisis" (fiction), 1798
"Lines Written While Rocking the Cradle of My Julia Maria" (poem), December 8, 1791
"Margaretta's Education" (fiction), 1798
Letter to Winthrop Sargent, September 1803
Letter to Reverend Redding, May 7, 1801
On the Equality of the Sexes, 1790
The Gleaner Contemplates the Future Prospects of Women in this "Enlightened Age," 1798
A Judith Sargent Murray Chronology (1751-1820)
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London-based creative agency Rosie Lee took the original design inspirations for iconic sneakers and turned them into conceptual sculptures that architects and sneakerheads will especially appreciate. Paying homage to the Centre Pompidou, the museum in Paris that inspired legendary Nike designer Tinker Hatfield to create the Nike Air Max 1 in the late-1980s, the team at Rosie Lee transformed the iconic shoe into a 3D model of its Parisian inspiration. The illustration closely resembles the inside-out architectural elements that Renzo Piano, Richard Rogers, and Gianfranco Franchini used when designing and building the complex in the 1970s.
The creative team also created 3D illustrations for two other Air Max models: the Nike Air Max 90 and the Nike Air Max 95. The Air Max 90 concept is built entirely out of speakers and rigging as a nod to the culture of record crate diggers (“early adopters” of the sneaker model, according to Rosie Lee), while the Air Max 95 illustration was made to resemble the anatomy of a human foot since that’s where the sneaker’s designer, Sergio Lozano, found inspiration over 23 years ago.
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Avis offers a firm ride in tough times
Updated: 19:00 EST, 8 June 2002
BRANDS can offer investors resilience in tough times and strength in recovery, which makes leading car rental firm Avis Europe worth considering.
Despite its name, the company's operations stretch far beyond Europe to Africa, the Middle East and Asia, with outlets in 112 countries. And other than sharing a brand identity, it has no connection with its US counterpart.
Avis Europe joined the stock market in the late Eighties, but was taken private by Belgian car importer D'Ieteren three years later. It was floated again in 1997 at 124p a share, with the Belgians retaining more than half the equity.
The shares peaked at 316 1/2p in August 1999, but fell after September 11 - Avis does half its business at airports - to a low of 103p. Since then, the price has almost doubled, closing on Friday at 197p and valuing the firm at £1.15bn.
Turnover last year rose 4.2% to £782.5m, though growth was held back by the effects of September 11 and profits dropped 19.5% to £89.5m.
Avis, which renews its fleet every six months, showed its flexibility by quickly cutting 5,000 vehicles. At the annual meeting in April, Avis said the corporate sector remained weak, but overall there were signs of cautious recovery.
Economic recovery will be a fillip to Avis because car rental volumes tend to follow closely the movements in gross domestic product, but grow about three times as fast.
Avis, whose chief executive is Mark McCafferty, trades at 15.7 times forecast earnings per share for the current year, but that multiple could fall sharply if recovery comes through strongly next year.
• Midas verdict: Avis is a play on economic recovery, so do not expect a swift re-rating, but over the next couple of years it should prove a sturdy investment vehicle. A prospective dividend yield of nearly 3% is some comfort while awaiting a healthier general economy and on a medium-term outlook the shares are worth buying.
Midas update
SHAREHOLDERS in aerospace components distributor Umeco enjoyed some long-awaited good news last week in the form of a solid set of results and confidence about prospects.
The shares fell to 165p after September 11, well down on our 525p buy recommendation last July. With customers such as Rolls-Royce and Boeing, it would inevitably suffer from the aerospace downturn, but the mark-down was dramatic. And when we updated on Umeco in November, we said the shares were still a buy at 210p.
They closed last week at 288 1/2p after Umeco announced annual profits, before one-off items and goodwill write-offs, down £1 million at £10.1m.
Turnover rose 16% to £191m, though Umeco estimated it lost £20m of sales because of September 11, and the total dividend was held at 12p.
More significantly, chief executive Clive Snowdon announced an extension of Umeco's contract with Rolls-Royce, worth an extra £15m a year in sales.
Umeco was never going to be able to buck last year's downturn, but cost-cutting helped ease the pressure. Increased outsourcing of component supply and management by manufacturers and weakened rivals should serve Umeco well. With a yield of 4.2%, the shares still look attractive.
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‘Stood up by accomplice, Ben-Uliel torched Duma home alone’
5 other Jewish extremists charged with hate crimes; 23 more still under investigation
Jewish extremist who killed the Dawabsha family carried out firebombing attack as revenge for the murder of Malachy Rosenfeld, Shin Bet says
By Judah Ari Gross 3 January 2016, 1:45 pm 26 Edit
Judah Ari Gross is The Times of Israel's military correspondent.
Amiram Ben-Uliel, who was indicted Sunday, January 3, 2016, for murder in the killing of the Dawabsha family in Duma (courtesy)
In the late hours of July 30, 2015, Amiram Ben-Uliel set out for the West Bank village of Duma, armed with a bag full of ingredients for Molotov cocktails, spray-paint cans and other supplies, in order to carry out a pre-dawn attack against Palestinians in revenge for the killing of Israeli Malachy Rosenfeld the month before, the Shin Bet security service revealed on Sunday morning.
Ben-Uliel, 21, admitted his crime to Shin Bet investigators and re-enacted parts of it on December 19, the agency said. That information, however, was kept from the public under a gag order until Sunday when the indictments were filed.
He was a member in an organization called Givonim, a subset of the Hilltop Youth, a group of extremist Jewish activists. The Givonim seek to accomplish their goal of anointing a king over Israel by carrying out a violent coup against the government, and murdering or expelling from Israel all non-Jews, the Shin Bet said in a statement following the indictment of Ben-Uliel and his accomplice on Sunday.
The 18-month-old Ali Saad Dawabsha died in the July 31 attack. His parents, Saad and Riham Dawabsha, were evacuated with severe burns to Tel Hashomer Hospital where they eventually succumbed. His older brother Ahmed Dawabsha, who is still mostly confined to a wheelchair, was recently moved to a rehabilitation ward. The left side of Ahmed’s face was unharmed, but the right bears bright red burn scars from the firebombing. He was only able to take his first steps on December 22, nearly five months after the attack.
A relative holds up a photo of a one-and-a-half year old boy, Ali Dawabsha, in the family house torched in a suspected attack by Jewish terrorists in Duma village near the West Bank city of Nablus, Friday, July 31, 2015. The boy died in the fire, his parents, badly hurt, also later died. (AP Photo/Majdi Mohammed)
Ben-Uliel was supposed to meet another activist, a minor whose name has been withheld, at a cave near the village of Duma, located south of the city of Nablus and close to the Jewish settlements of Alon Moreh and Shilo.
Malachy Rosenfeld, shot dead by Hamas terrorists in the West Bank in June 2015 (Facebook)
The minor — referred to only by his Hebrew initials, Aleph Aleph — had assisted Ben-Uliel in collecting information about the layout of the village and had helped plan the firebombing attack, the indictment said. On the night, however, the minor did not make it to their meeting place in time, the Shin Bet said.
So at around midnight Ben-Uliel went to Duma to carry out the attack by himself, the security service said, contradicting Palestinian claims made earlier in the investigation that two people were seen fleeing the village soon after the attack. Investigators did not provide an explanation for the discrepancy between the indictment and the eyewitness accounts.
According to the Shin Bet account, Ben-Uliel arrived at the Palestinian village on foot and began searching for a house deep within it. He located two homes and allegedly sat down in the yard of one in order to prepare the firebombs he had brought to be used in the attack.
Once his weapons were prepared, Ben-Uliel spray-painted the words “Revenge” and “The Messiah-King will live” on the walls of the house, the Israel Police said.
Graffiti outside the Dawabsha home in Duma that reads “Long live the Messiah king.” (Eric Cortellessa/Times of Israel)
“In one of the houses, the Dawabsha family was present at the time of the attack. The second house was empty of people,” police said once a longstanding gag order on the case was lifted.
Ben-Uliel then allegedly lobbed his firebombs into the two houses and fled the scene on foot, bound for his home in Jerusalem.
“As a result of the firebombing, a one-and-a-half-year-old was burned to death, and his mother and father were mortally wounded and later died of their injuries. Another child, a four and a half year old, was severely injured and is today in rehabilitation,” the police said.
Saad and Riham Dawabsha, with baby Ali. All three died when the Dawabsha home in the West Bank village of Duma was firebombed, by suspected Jewish extremists, on July 31, 2015 (Channel 2 screenshot)
Israel Police, the Shin Bet security service and the Central District Attorney’s office opened an investigation into the incident on July 31.
Over the course of the 156-day investigation, hundreds of people were questioned. In the end, Israel filed 36 indictments against Jewish extremists for various levels of connection with the attack, from Ben-Uliel and Aleph Aleph, who were directly involved, to those who were only peripherally connected with the deadly firebombing.
In addition to the Duma terror attack, the suspects were indicted for a variety of other “price tag” hate crime attacks — acts of violence and vandalism against Palestinians in the West Bank and Israel.
Graffiti reading ‘Christians are monkeys,’ spray-painted on Dormition Abbey in Jerusalem, in May 2013 (Courtesy Dormition Abbey)
Yinon Reuveni, Hanoch Ganiram and three other minors — known by their Hebrew initials Tzadi Bet, Mem Shin and Yud Kuf, respectively — were indicted for an arson attack against Jerusalem’s Dormition Abbey, the burning of a Palestinian taxi in the West Bank village of Yasuf, setting fire to a grain silo in the West Bank village of Akraba, two instances of tire-slashing in the Jerusalem Arab neighborhood of Beit Safafa, an assault on a Palestinian shepherd near the West Bank settlement of Kochav Hashahar and other acts of violence against Palestinians.
An additional 23 young Jewish terrorists have been investigated for their roles in some 20 other terror attacks against Palestinians in the West Bank and Israel. The 23 men have not yet been charged for their alleged crimes, but may be indicted in the future, the Shin Bet said.
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U.S. FDA Moves to Prevent Pharma from “Gaming” Generic Drug System
June 21, 2017 • By Toni Clarke
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WASHINGTON (Reuters)—The U.S. Food and Drug Administration moved on Wednesday to prevent pharmaceutical companies from “gaming” the system to block or delay entry of generic rivals.
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FDA Commissioner Scott Gottlieb said in a blog post that the agency plans to hold a public meeting on July 18 to identify ways pharmaceutical companies are using FDA rules to place obstacles in the way of generic competition.
“We know that sometimes our regulatory rules might be ‘gamed’ in ways that may delay generic drug approvals beyond the time frame the law intended, in order to reduce competition,” he said in the blog post. “We are actively looking at ways our rules are being used and, in some cases, misused.”
The move comes as President Donald Trump and lawmakers in Congress search for ways to lower the cost of prescription drugs. Trump is preparing to put out an executive order on drug pricing, according to media reports, and last week U.S. Senator Ron Wyden introduced a bill to require companies to explain the reasons for significant price increases.
“Americans are sick and tired of seeing the cost of their prescription drugs race past their paychecks,” said Wyden, an Oregon Democrat.
The FDA does not include price considerations when deciding whether to approve a new drug, but Gottlieb said the agency can facilitate increased competition by approving lower-cost generics. That means removing some of the obstacles placed by branded companies in the way of generic manufacturers.
These obstacles can include limiting the availability of branded products for testing by generic companies, or prolonging negotiations with generic companies over the implementation of shared risk-management programs.
Gottlieb said the agency plans to examine policy and program changes, including using its own authorities more forcefully and potentially collaborating more closely with other health agencies.
Representatives from the pharmaceutical industry’s main lobbying group, the Pharmaceutical Research and Manufacturers of America, were not immediately available for comment.
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McLaren rewrites the rules with its new GT unveiled at official launch
02 September 2019 - 01:46 pm
The newest Grand Touring is the most practical yet.
Car aficionados had a sneak preview at Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance, and now the new McLaren GT has been officially unveiled in Sydney, Australia.
Rewriting the rules was the focus for the newest McLaren in order to create the perfect supercar fit for a modern lifestyle while not forgetting its heritage.
“The original GTs of the 60s and 70s were designed to travel long distances very quickly; they were fast, they were stylish, they were comfortable, and they looked like true sports cars,” McLaren Automotive Asia Pacific Managing Director George Biggs explained at the Australia launch. “In the past 30 years, we believe the GT cars have become bigger, heavier and less agile.
“The focus has moved more towards luxury and performance, rather than driving dynamics. At McLaren, we believe there’s a better way.”
Reimaging the spirit of traditional Grand Touring, the McLaren GT showcases a newly developed exterior paint colour – MSO Defined Flux Silver – and can rocket from 0-100km/h in an eye-watering 3.2 seconds.
Featuring innovative materials and a sleek design, the latest addition to the segment can enjoy longer journeys in comfort as well as having the capacity to hold 570 litres split across its front and rear storage compartments – a first for GT. The incredible space means it can hold a golf bag or ski gear (for those who want to seek adventure without lacking style) as well as luggage without compromising on comfort.
“We focused on four key areas we believe makes a modern GT,” Biggs says. “Its super lightweight innovative materials allow us to deliver the driving dynamic and we have delivered a package as engaging as it is beautiful.
“We focused on it becoming practical – it’s the most practical McLaren we have produced so far. It must be as usable on a coastal road as it is in a city, and it must have comfort and usability.
“Finally, it’s a GT and a McLaren, so it has to have a beautiful design. This is the most beautiful design we’ve delivered.”
But it’s the GT’s dynamic prowess that truly cements it as a leader. Suspension, steering and brakes are all bespoke to the McLaren. Exceptional Grand Touring drive experience is complete with inherent balance, responsiveness, precision and new ride comfort standards.
A chic sheet covering the GT kept friends of McLaren in suspense until it was dramatically removed to reveal the supercar – a sleek two-seater. Above the newest vehicle was a collection of heritage photographs being projected onto the walls of the venue, nodding to the Grand Touring’s roots.
An exclusive number of guests got a taste for supercar life as they sat in the driver’s seat of the new Grand Touring – the most practical and stylish of the range – and enjoyed a grazing table of fresh seafood while sipping Veuve Clicquot at Sydney’s iconic Bar M.
“Our founder, Bruce McLaren, famously said that life should be measured in achievements, not years alone. And this lives on in our company today with every brand in McLaren,” Biggs says.
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Simms' 25 points help Clemson topple No. 3 Duke
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Published: Jan 15 at 2:33 a.m.
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Aamir Simms scored a career-high 25 points and Clemson recovered in the final few minutes to knock off No. 3 Duke 79-72 as fans stormed the court in Littlejohn Coliseum on Tuesday night in Clemson, S.C.
Tevin Mack added 22 points and John Newman III had 14 points for the Tigers, who have won three consecutive games, including Saturday's first-ever win at North Carolina.
Clemson halted Duke's nine-game winning streak. The Blue Devils (15-2, 5-1 ACC) were led by Vernon Carey Jr.'s 20 points, Tre Jones' 17 points and Cassius Stanley's 14 points.
Simms, one of the heroes in Saturday's win over the Tar Heels, shot 10-for-15 from the field. Mack, a transfer from Alabama, made 10 of 14 shots from the floor. Each pulled down nine rebounds, with Simms contributing five assists.
Clemson (9-7, 3-3) trailed by one point with less than six minutes left but was up 70-64 with 3:05 to go. Simms converted a three-point play for a 73-65 edge at the 2:16 mark. Jordan Goldwire drained a 3 for Duke, but the Tigers broke the press and Newman nailed a corner 3.
Trailing 76-70, Duke went two possessions without scoring, and then Newman's drive for a basket increased the spread to 78-70 with 22 seconds left.
The Blue Devils had held a 5-0 ACC record for the first time in 11 years.
Duke had limited seven consecutive opponents to no more than 65 points, but Clemson topped that mark with about four minutes remaining.
The Blue Devils were hurt by 10-for-20 shooting on free throws, although Clemson was just as bad, making 11 of 22.
Newman scored six points in a 27-second span as the Tigers snapped a 22-22 tie and led the rest of the half. Clemson held a 40-33 halftime edge, buoyed by 57.7-percent shooting from the field.
After trailing 49-40, Duke surged ahead 55-52 with a 15-3 run, capped by a Carey layup.
Duke played without sophomore swingman Joey Baker, who suffered a sprained ankle in practice this week.
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Dickens Mystery
As literary trivia fans will know, Charles Dickens’s final – and unfinished novel – was The Mystery of Edwin Drood.
Its intriguing narrative was cut short by the death of the great author in 1870. The unsolved mystery is now being marked with a new exhibition at the Charles Dickens Museum, in Doughty Street, until 22 November. It follows the recent BBC adaptation starring Matthew Rhys (pictured). The literary exhibition allows visitors to investigate the story's crime scenes, search for murder clues and see the table on which the novel was penned, along with clips from theatrical adaptations. And there are plenty of theories on ‘whodunit’ too.
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Travis Scott gets outshone on new album 'ASTROWORLD'
by Andrew Sosanya | 8/10/18 2:10am
Last week, Travis Scott treated fans to the release of his long-awaited new album, “ASTROWORLD.” This marks Scott’s third studio album, a project that has become the subject of hype since its initial announcement two years ago. The success of Scott’s previous two albums, “Birds in the Trap Sing McKnight” and “Rodeo,” only served to heighten the anticipation. The project’s title serves as an homage to Six Flag’s now-defunct AstroWorld theme park, a staple of Scott’s homecity of Houston, Texas. The album is arguably just as much fun, as Scott creates an unorthodox universe in which trippy beats go head-to-head with spacey tracks that send listeners through the cosmos. The feature list is stacked, filled with big names, little names and guys you’ve probably never even heard of. Rest assured though, they’re all fire. The production is just as diverse, with collaborations from veterans of the industry veterans including Mike Dean and Metro Boomin’, as well as breakouts like Turbo and Tay Keith.
“STARGAZING” serves as the album’s surprising introduction, with kaleidoscopic auto-tuned crooning and an unpredictable musical transition that effectively launches listeners into astronomical “ASTROWORLD.” Travis channels an acid trip with an ectasy-inducing first verse, “Rollin’, rollin’, rollin’ got me stargazin’ / Psychedelics got me goin’ crazy.” While some elements are forgettable, the Travis Scott standard creates a great hollistic sound. Fans will regonize his distorted 808s, lo-fi samples and certified La Flame adlibs. Scott incorporates his signature beat-switches into the project, transforming potential standalone tracks into sonic adventures. His trademark smooth transitions also feature heavily on the album, somehow making high-energy tracks like “NO BYSTANDERS” blend seamlessly with mellow, atmospheric tunes like “SKELETONS.”
Scott compensates for sometimes formulaic lyrics with a cohesive atmosphere that pervades the whole album, save for a filler song or two on the way. The reflective “STOP TRYING TO BE GOD” is the result of several complex elements. Among them are a humbling hook and verse from Scott, classic Kid Cudi hums, a Stevie Wonder harmonica solo and an evocative James Blake melody. Scott serves up introspective vibes on “ASTROTHUNDER” over Thundercat production. The way he rides on these futuristic instrumentals is just plain wavy. It doesn’t get more chill than this.
Five years ago, Travis Scott was mainly known for being Kanye West’s producer protégé. Fast forward to 2018, and Scott has carved out his own space in the mainstream. He’s the full-stack package: a rapper, producer and celebrity personality. In “COFFEE BEAN,” Scott creates an outro akin to that of Kanye’s “30 Hours” and Drake’s “6PM in New York.” Scott offers mindful, self-aware commentary on his relationship with Kylie Jenner and their newborn child. On boom-bap production, Scott reveals his thoughts: “Your family told you I’m a bad move / Plus I’m already a black dude.
Where this album really shines, however, is in its wealth of features. Comparable to the likes of Kanye West, Scott proves himself to be a great orchestrater. He crafted the feature list with both new and old in mind. Hip-hop staples like Frank Ocean and The Weeknd offer for consistent appeal, while industry newcomers such as Houston-native Don Toliver, Sheck Wes and “LUCID DREAMS” star Juice WRLD elevate tracks from unremarkable to luminous. Travis shows that he can string together each piece to create a euphonious synergy. As Scott says himself on “SICKO MODE,” he’s the glue of this album, and it shows.
If anything, these hot features overshadow Scott. As master craftsman of “ASTROWORLD,” Travis takes a backseat and commands from afar. The songs with the most replay value don’t owe their glory to Scott’s verses or adlibs. Don Toliver, whom Travis just signed to his label, spearheads “CAN’T SAY” with an electric flow and a sonically-pleasing voice. “YOSEMITE” plays like a Gunna song in disguise. Gunna spits a poised cadence over producer Turbo’s guitars supplemented with Kid Cudi-like hums from Scott. Drake makes taking medications as prescribed sound dope, rapping “Now I hit the FBO with duffels in my hand, did half a xan, thirteen hours till I land.” Scott and Drake alternate in a catchy song that’s sure to hit the billboards.
After the long road to stardom since breaking through the mainstream in the last couple years, it’s disappointing to hear Scott struggle to conserve momentum in his solo tracks. “ASTROWORLD” crumbles under expectation of something commanding from Scott. His magnum opus and first studio album “Rodeo” broke boundaries and redefined what trap music could sound like. While classic joints with catchy choruses like “Antidote” drove Scott to stardom, most of his solo pieces aren’t hitting the mark on his most recent release. Without a hot feature or two, his played-out flows, recycled adlibs and lyrical content don’t make for a sustainable listen. Scott sprinkles variations on the same tired theme throughout the project, spitting phrases like “Pop a seal like it’s Chris make it look Breezy (it’s lit) / Wedding bands on my fist, shit is freezing (straight up).” The laziness of the album is tangible. It stung to see the 15-month old “BUTTERFLY EFFECT” on the track list, despite the fact that it’s about six feet under when it comes to circulation. I have little faith that Scott would be able to hold his own on a no-feature album or EP. Only a satiating beat salvages some of these songs—luckily Scott is one hell of a producer.
It’s hard to pinpoint anything new that Scott does to establish “ASTROWORLD” as more than just another installment in the La Flame collection, but it remains a must-listen record. It’s not 2015’s “Rodeo,” but it’s the closest he’s come to it. Despite considering its pitfalls, it’s good music. Put your headphones on and sink into Travis Scott’s “ASTROWORLD.”
Correction appended (Aug. 14, 2018): This article has been updated to correct a typo in the headline.
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A day in the life of a 'flying doctor' The pioneering'flying doctors'service was launched in Wales two years ago. It has allowed NHS consultants to be flown via helicopter across the country to treat patients in life-threatening situations. Here, consultant in anaesthetics Dr Ami Jones describes her typical day.
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IDRIVE the 60 miles from my house in Abergavenny to the Wales Air Ambulance Charity's purpose-built base in Llanelli ready for the 8am start.
Alongside the critical care practitioner (CCP), today I have one of the pre-hospital Emergency Medicine (PHEM) trainees with me.
This is a registrar who takes a year out of their hospital speciality training programme to spend time doing shifts on the air ambulance.
Our first job of the day is to go through the daily equipment and drug checks, and load our kit onto the helicopter.
Once the checks are done and we have received our daily weather, aircraft and safety briefing from the pilot, we head to the training room to put ourselves through a simulated case.
Our daily simulation allows us to practice a high-pressure case in a relatively low-pressure environment so we can work on improving our decision-making and communication skills.
We also use simulation to practice rare events such as limb amputations or open heart surgery.
We have a catalogue of about 150 different cases to choose from.
Today the team are practising performing a roadside anaesthetic on a child who has been hit by a car and sustained a brain injury.
Putting a patient off to sleep for a severe head injury would ordinarily only be done at the hospital.
As an advanced medical service, we can bring these skills safely to the scene of the accident.
We can institute brain and lung protection and then take the patient to the hospital with specialist resources, rather than the nearest hospital.
This ensures that they receive specialist treatment quickly and avoids a timely and costly secondary transfer between hospitals.
As we are finishing our simulation debrief, the emergency alarm sounds.
The pilot, PHEM trainee and I grab our helmets and drugs bag and head out to the aircraft while the CCP takes the details of the job.
The pilot starts the helicopter and, after a series of safety checks, we lift off.
We are flying to west Wales to a middle-aged man who has suffered a cardiac arrest.
As we near the scene, we receive a message to say that the Welsh Ambulance Service paramedic crew have managed to restart his heart.
This is great news but there is still much to do. His heart required external massage with CPR for over 20 minutes so he's unlikely to have woken up once his heart restarted.
It's rare for a patient who has required a period of CPR to wake up and breathe properly for themselves.
If their heart is successfully restarted, they often need a breathing tube to be inserted and to be placed onto a ventilator.
The paramedics have done a great job and our ultrasound machine confirms that his heart is beating well, but his level of consciousness is low.
The paramedic crew have performed a heart tracing which confirms that the patient is having a heart attack likely due to blocked arteries in the heart.
We decide to anaesthetise him and place him on our ventilator to support his breathing.
The patient needs to be taken to a specialist heart centre so that he can get the arteries in his heart opened.
The nearest centre is in Swansea, which would take over an hour by road but just a matter of minutes by air.
I make a call to the heart specialists and arrange for the patient to be taken straight to surgery, where the hospital medics will perform a specialist heart procedure.
This gives his heart the best possible chance of a good recovery, and the fact that we have put him on a ventilator gives his brain the best possible chance of recovery. When we land in Swansea the heart specialists are in their surgical gowns and ready to perform the procedure.
After we hand over and complete our paperwork we head back to the helicopter.
Back at the base, we replenish our drugs and check our equipment.
As we have performed an anaesthetic on the patient, there is also a paper process to work through.
At our monthly governance meetings, consultants and CCPs examine and scrutinise each anaesthetic and blood transfusion that the service has delivered.
This ensures that they are being performed to the highest possible standard.
It's mid-afternoon and the emergency alarm goes again.
This time we are heading to a young child who has received nasty leg fractures after being hit by a car.
When we arrive we give her pain relief via a special piece of equipment which allows us to administer a painkiller via the nostril.
This avoids having to insert a needle into their vein when they are already very upset and in pain.
Often this settles the child down well enough that we are then able to get them to accept a needle being inserted into the vein to give other medications required once in hospital.
After easing the discomfort, we transport her to Cardiff where they specialise in paediatric care.
On the way back to base, while still in the air, we receive another call from the charity-funded Air Desk.
We are sent to a middle-aged lady in mid Wales who was complaining of a headache and is now unconscious.
We are able to administer an anaesthetic and insert a breathing tube to take over her breathing with a ventilator.
We also give her some specialist medications to reduce the pressure in the brain and then fly her to the neurosurgical centre in Cardiff.
Unfortunately, a CT scan at the hospital confirms our worst suspicions - she has a bleed in her brain. However, due to our advanced care and the fact that she arrived at the specialist centre in good time, we have given her every possible chance of making a meaningful recovery.
We are a 12-hour service and the shift was scheduled to finish at 8pm. Our last job meant that we arrived back at base around 10pm.
| Originally from Shropshire, Dr Ami Jones is a consultant in anaesthetics, intensive care and pre-hospital medicine within the Aneurin Bevan University Health Board. She is also a Lieutenant Colonel in the Army Reserves with 203 Field Hospital and has undertaken two tours of duty in Afghanistan on MERT (the military prehospital service). Ami has been a part of the Emergency Medical Retrieval and Transfer Service (EMRTS Cymru), or "Flying Doctors" since its inception in 2015, as a consultant on board the aircraft as well as being the South Wales Base Lead. In May, she became the interim national director of the service. The following month she was awarded an MBE in the Queen's Birthday Honours List for services to the military and the Wales Air Ambulance.
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Vincent Lane
Real estate executive and real estate developer Vincent Lane was born on March 29, 1942 in West Point, Mississippi to Doyle Lane and Bertha Lee. He grew up on the southside of Chicago and graduated from Tilden Technical High School in 1960. Lane earned his B.S. degree in business administration from Roosevelt University in 1968. After earning his undergraduate degree, he worked in the accounting departments of several companies including Mt. Sinai Hospital, International Harvester and U.S. Steel. Lane received his M.B.A degree from the University of Chicago in 1973.
After completing his education, Lane became senior vice president of the Woodlawn Community Development Corporation (WCDC). In 1976, Lane served as the president and general manager of Urban Services and Development, Inc. and LSM Venture Associates housing management companies. In 1988, Lane was appointed by managing director and chairman of the Chicago Housing Authority (CHA). As chairman, he re-organized the CHA creating new programs such as the Chicago Housing Authority Police Department and Operation Clean Sweep. In 1991, Lane became president of American Community Housing Associates, Inc. Lane resigned from the CHA in 1995 after serving seven years as chairman. From 1997 to 2002, Lane served as president of Affordable Community Housing Advocate, LLC. In 2004, Lane became CFO of Woodlawn Community Development Corporation and since 2006, he has been a consultant responsible for the management of WCDC's real estate development program.
Lane has served on the boards of several organizations including the Corporation for Supportive Housing, National Historic Trust, Women's Treatment Center, Urban Land Institute and Roosevelt University. He received much recognition for his work in affordable housing development including the Regional Award for Minority Developer of the Year from the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development, the Distinguished Public Service Award from the Anti-Defamation League and the Visionary Award from the Boys and Girls Club. Lane is married to Rita Denise Vargas and has three adult children Vincent, Steven and Craig.
Vincent Lane was interviewed by The HistoryMakers on January 18, 2012.
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Real estate executive and real estate developer Vincent Lane (1942 - ) served as chairman of the Chicago Housing from 1988 and 1995. He has been president of the American Community Housing Associates, Inc. and CFO of the Woodlawn Community Development Corporation.
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Tape: 1 Story: 1 - Slating of Vincent Lane's interview
Tape: 1 Story: 2 - Vincent Lane lists his favorites
Tape: 1 Story: 3 - Vincent Lane recalls his mother's family background
Tape: 1 Story: 4 - Vincent Lane talks about his maternal grandparents
Tape: 1 Story: 5 - Vincent Lane reflects on the land his family owned in Mississippi
Tape: 1 Story: 6 - Vincent Lane talks about his mother and Mary Holmes School in West Point, Mississippi
Tape: 1 Story: 7 - Vincent Lane talks about his mother's feelings on race and his memories of visiting Mississippi in the summers
Tape: 1 Story: 8 - Vincent Lane talks about his father
Tape: 1 Story: 9 - Vincent Lane talks about the Bryan family in West Point, Mississippi and his father
Tape: 1 Story: 10 - Vincent Lane talks about how his parents met
Tape: 2 Story: 1 - Vincent Lane talks about his family church in West Point, Mississippi and his family's move to Chicago, Illinois
Tape: 2 Story: 2 - Vincent Lane talks about his family's businesses
Tape: 2 Story: 3 - Vincent Lane describes about his earliest childhood memory, playing hooky from school
Tape: 2 Story: 4 - Vincent Lane lists about his siblings
Tape: 2 Story: 5 - Vincent Lane talks about growing up near Bridgeport in Chicago, Illinois
Tape: 2 Story: 6 - Vincent Lane recalls baseball at Comiskey Park in Chicago, Illinois
Tape: 2 Story: 7 - Vincent Lane talks about the Back of the Yards and Bronzeville neighborhoods in Chicago, Illinois
Tape: 2 Story: 8 - Vincent Lane talks about urban renewal and Chicago, Illinois' State Street Corridor
Tape: 3 Story: 1 - Vincent Lane talks about his recollections of black political power in Chicago, Illinois
Tape: 3 Story: 2 - Vincent Lane talks about his high school interest in engineering
Tape: 3 Story: 3 - Vincent Lane recalls working at Immigration and Naturalization Service while attending the University of Illinois at Navy Pier in Chicago, Illinois
Tape: 3 Story: 4 - Vincent Lane comments on changes in public housing policy and residents in Chicago, Illinois
Tape: 3 Story: 5 - Vincent Lane recalls life on the South Side of Chicago, Illinois, pt. 1
Tape: 3 Story: 7 - Vincent Lane recalls his decision to major in accounting at Roosevelt University in Chicago, Illinois
Tape: 3 Story: 8 - Vincent Lane talks about his work during college and starting a small business
Tape: 4 Story: 1 - Vincent Lane talks about black businessmen in Chicago including HistoryMaker Lester McKeever
Tape: 4 Story: 2 - Vincent Lane talks about his jobs after graduating from Roosevelt University in Chicago, Illinois
Tape: 4 Story: 3 - Vincent Lane talks about his work at Mount Sinai Hospital in Chicago, Illinois
Tape: 4 Story: 4 - Vincent Lane talks about being unable to advance while working at International Harvester
Tape: 4 Story: 5 - Vincent Lane recalls the 1968 riots in Chicago, Illinois following the assassination of Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
Tape: 4 Story: 6 - Vincent Lane recalls Mount Sinai Hospital's role in responding to the 1968 riots on the West Side of Chicago, Illinois
Tape: 4 Story: 7 - Vincent Lane talks about working at Tuesday magazine, and later The Woodlawn Organization
Tape: 4 Story: 8 - Vincent Lane talks about working for The Woodlawn Organization
Tape: 5 Story: 1 - Vincent Lane talks about intentional fires in the Woodlawn neighborhood in Chicago, Illinois
Tape: 5 Story: 2 - Vincent Lane talks about the Woodlawn neighborhood in Chicago, Illinois and The Woodlawn Organization
Tape: 5 Story: 3 - Vincent Lane talks about black neighborhoods on the South Side of Chicago, Illinois
Tape: 5 Story: 4 - Vincent Lane talks about his mother's bar on the South Side of Chicago, Illinois
Tape: 5 Story: 5 - Vincent Lane talks about The Woodlawn Organization's relationship to the University of Chicago
Tape: 5 Story: 6 - Vincent Lane talks about gentrification in Chicago, Illinois
Tape: 5 Story: 7 - Vincent Lane comments on the demolition of public housing high rises and the administration of housing vouchers
Tape: 5 Story: 8 - Vincent Lane recalls earning his M.B.A. from the University of Chicago and starting Urban Services and Development, Inc. and LSM Venture Associates
Tape: 6 Story: 1 - Vincent Lane talks about multi-family housing units he developed
Tape: 6 Story: 2 - Vincent Lane talks about project-based section 8 housing
Tape: 6 Story: 3 - Vincent Lane talks about how Seventh Day Adventists were involved in his development projects
Tape: 6 Story: 4 - Vincent Lane talks about how he was able to finance his development projects
Tape: 6 Story: 5 - Vincent Lane talks about HistoryMaker Renault Robinson and getting involved with the Metropolitan Planning Council
Tape: 6 Story: 6 - Vincent Lane comments on flaws he saw with public housing policy
Tape: 6 Story: 7 - Vincent Lane talks about the effects of the Brooke Amendment and the Chicago Housing Authority's neglect of public housing residents
Tape: 7 Story: 1 - Vincent Lane talks about changes he made as chair of the Chicago Housing Authority
Tape: 7 Story: 2 - Vincent Lane talks about the lack of policing in public housing in Chicago, Illinois
Tape: 7 Story: 3 - Vincent Lane describes how he set up a police force for the Chicago Housing Authority
Tape: 7 Story: 4 - Vincent Lane talks about the origins of Operation Clean Sweep
Tape: 7 Story: 5 - Vincent Lane gives an outline of how he conducted Operation Clean Sweep
Tape: 7 Story: 6 - Vincent Lane talks about the objectives of Operation Clean Sweep
Tape: 7 Story: 7 - Vincent Lane talks about how residents reacted to the presence of those conducting Operation Clean Sweep after the first raid
Tape: 7 Story: 8 - Vincent Lane talks about changes in Chicago public housing after Operation Clean Sweep
Tape: 7 Story: 9 - Vincent Lane offers justifications for Operation Clean Sweep
Tape: 8 Story: 1 - Vincent Lane talks about the flow of federal money to the Chicago Housing Authority
Tape: 8 Story: 2 - Vincent Lane talks about HistoryMaker Renault Robinson and former Chicago Housing Authority Police Commander Leroy O'Shield
Tape: 8 Story: 3 - Vincent Lane describes the composition of Chicago public housing and taking his tactics to other cities
Tape: 8 Story: 4 - Vincent Lane talks about reductions in the murder rate in Chicago public housing after Operation Clean Sweep
Tape: 8 Story: 5 - Vincent Lane talks about Hope VI and his efforts to reconfigure public housing
Tape: 8 Story: 6 - Vincent Lane comments on problems he sees with development requirements set by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development
Tape: 8 Story: 7 - Vincent Lane talks about the American Community Housing Association
Tape: 8 Story: 8 - Vincent Lane recalls leaving the Chicago Housing Authority in 1995
Tape: 9 Story: 1 - Vincent Lane talks about events of 1994 and his decision to resign from Chicago Housing Authority
Tape: 9 Story: 2 - Vincent Lane reflects upon his legacy
Tape: 9 Story: 3 - Vincent Lane talks about the circumstances that led to his indictment in 2001
Tape: 9 Story: 4 - Vincent Lane talks about the toll of being indicted and convicted
Tape: 9 Story: 5 - Vincent Lane reflects upon his career in public housing
Tape: 9 Story: 6 - Vincent Lane talks about reducing the staff of Chicago Housing Authority
Tape: 9 Story: 7 - Vincent Lane describes his hopes and concerns for the African American community
Tape: 9 Story: 8 - Vincent Lane talks about his future plans
Tape: 10 Story: 1 - Vincent Lane explains how he became chairman of Chicago Housing Authority
Tape: 10 Story: 2 - Vincent Lane talks about the people who represented the interests of Chicago Housing Authority residents during his tenure as chairman of the CHA
Tape: 10 Story: 3 - Vincent Lane considers what he would have done differently in his career
Tape: 10 Story: 4 - Vincent Lane talks about his family
Tape: 10 Story: 5 - Vincent Lane describes how he would like to be remembered
Tape: 10 Story: 6 - Vincent Lane narrates his photographs
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Vincent Lane talks about urban renewal and Chicago, Illinois' State Street Corridor
Vincent Lane talks about the origins of Operation Clean Sweep
Okay, okay, now, did you have a--did you like to play sports when you were growing up?$$Yeah, I played little league baseball. We played at the field across, right around Federal Street. The old Armour Institute [of Technology, Chicago, Illinois]. It's still there. It's an old, dark red building. And it was--it's still, I think, part of IIT [Illinois Institute of Technology, Chciago, Illinois], but they had a huge field there. And we would play our little league games at that location. And, of course, it's not there anymore because Mayor [Richard J.] Daley and President [Dwight D.] Eisenhower hooked up the Dan Ryan to the Interstate [Highway] System. And that's when this big urban renewal program took effect.$$Now, this is something that's really important, and it would be important to everybody, but especially to you with your future, you know, career being, you know, so closely aligned with the Chicago Housing [Authority] and all that. What did you think when you--what are your reflections of urban renewal and the redevelopment of that whole State Street corridor from being what they used to call the Black Belt with the tenements to housing projects?$$Well, it--$$You actually were here to see all of it, right?$$I actually was here to see all of it. Of course, my mother [Bertha Spraggins Lane] and father [Doyle Lane] were not political at all. I mean they just were working and trying to, living over the drugstore at 37th. And my mother worked occasionally. Of course, my father worked every day. But I remember during a period right after the war, I mean World War II [WWII], that we were, the country was involved in some tough times. And I had to--and my brothers, had to go to 35th and State Street, just north of 35th Street to get this potatoes, you know, like out of the box or bag at that time, butter, eggs. And so I remember the lines up there, people going to get these staples. Of course, you know, my parents had money and worked, but, you know, it was--I think the government just gave it to you. And that stretch, State Street and Wabash and Wentworth and Princeton, these old buildings--now, they had already torn down a lot of the tenements to build Wentworth Gardens. But in that block where I lived on the corner, and going South to White Sox Park, a lot of old, old buildings, apartment buildings, cold-water flats. I thought that--I was envious of the people who lived in Wentworth Gardens at the time because they had, you know, the steam heat from the piping that's run under Wentworth Gardens. They had bedrooms upstairs and they got yards. And, you know, my second-story flat, we would get together and, no grass, anywhere. And the pool hall on the other side of the building, the drugstore, and then we had the pool hall (laughter). And it was right over our apartment, so I was--always, something going on at the pool hall. And we would go into the back, and we would hang up a bushel basket, and we would play basketball and, or we would go a block away and play at the playground over at [Robert S.] Abbott [Elementary School, Chicago, Illinois], football and baseball over at Armour Square. So it was, it was that, almost end of the tenement, the real gutsy 1920s tenement era. But we still had a lot of buildings that were run down. That building that I lived in never had central heat, never until--and it never did have it because once they did start acquiring the tract for the Dan Ryan, all of that went down.$There's a step before the police department that I wanted to mention too, and that was the Operation Clean Sweep?$$Yeah.$$Now, what was--how did that come about and what was it?$$Well, in, I think within a month of my becoming chairman of the [Chicago] Housing Authority [CHA]--$$This was '88 [1988], yeah.$$In '88 [1988], I got a call one day from Nancy Jefferson who was a community activist on the West Side.$$She's probably one of the revered community activists in the city. She's almost sainted by people, Nancy Jefferson.$$I developed a close relationship with Nancy, and she said--and I didn't know at that time well. I knew of her, but she says, "Vince, you've just gotta do something. The gangbangers just burned, severely burned a little girl in Rockwell Gardens." And, of course, you know, I was full of energy and vigor to take on this. And so I got over to Rockwell Gardens, and sure enough, the gangbangers were trying to torch somebody's apartment that they had a grudge against. And he, they picked the wrong apartment. And they firebombed the apartment where this little girl was severely burned. And that really just set me off. I just, I said, how can we think about fixing the elevators and fixing sinks if, you know, employees are being terrorized, residents are being terrorized. Something has to happen. And so I don't know what. I just said, we probably--I was thinking about a war, one of these war movies, taking a hill in Korea, you know. And I said, what they do, the soldiers do is, when they wanna take a hill, they have to come with overwhelming force. And they have to surround whoever is on that hill, and once they take the hill, they have to control the hill. They just can't walk away from it. And so we, I worked out with Leroy Martin that we would have surprise, what we called "sweeps" of selected high rises, and that first one was at Rockwell [Gardens]. And we would plan a major offensive with not only police and our, what we--all we had at that time was rent-a-cops, you know, security guards. And we would, unannounced, and I wouldn't tell Leroy Martin where we were going because I knew that if I told him, that some of the Chicago police hierarchy would pass on the information and we wouldn't have the effect that we needed.
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Frederick C. Ford
Prominent business and civic leader Frederick C. Ford was born on August 27, 1926 in St. Louis, Missouri. The youngest of six children of Florence and Lafayette, a housewife and a postal clerk, Ford attended Sumner High School in St. Louis. As an accounting student at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, he served as treasurer of the national accounting honorary society and president of the student senate. Ford received a B.A. and an M.S. in accountancy from the University of Illinois.
After graduation Ford worked as an accountant at Mary T. Washington and Company in Chicago. In 1951, he began working as a staff accountant at Draper and Kramer, a Chicago firm founded in 1893 to finance real estate and provide management services. Ford rose through the ranks at Draper and Kramer, eventually serving as executive vice president and chief financial officer. A dedicated civic leader, he was the first African American president of Chicago's largest club, the Union League Club, where he has volunteered for thirty-four years. Ford also served as vice president of the YMCA of Metropolitan Chicago, and he was a member of the Gary Board of School Trustees for eight years, two of which he served as president. In Gary, he founded the Gary Educational Development Foundation, dedicated to improving elementary and secondary schools, and served as vice chairman. He continues to chair the Foundation's Investment Committee.
Ford is vice chairman of the board of directors at Draper and Kramer and a trustee of Elmhurst College. A member of the Economic Club of Chicago and the Financial District Rotary Club of Chicago, he has two children with his wife, Dorothy, whom he married in 1953. Their son, Lafayette, works as a banker, and their daughter, Rebecca, is an attorney at Draper and Kramer.
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Real estate executive Frederick C. Ford (1926 - ) was the vice president of Draper and Kramer real state developers.
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Tape: 1 Story: 1 - Slating of Frederick C. Ford's interview
Tape: 1 Story: 2 - Frederick C. Ford lists his favorites
Tape: 1 Story: 3 - Frederick C. Ford describes his mother's family background
Tape: 1 Story: 4 - Frederick C. Ford describes his father's family background
Tape: 1 Story: 5 - Frederick C. Ford describes his mother, Florence Lucille Ellis
Tape: 1 Story: 6 - Frederick C. Ford describes his father, Lafayette Ford
Tape: 1 Story: 7 - Frederick C. Ford talks about his siblings' businesses
Tape: 1 Story: 8 - Frederick C. Ford talks about his brothers selling candy
Tape: 1 Story: 9 - Frederick C. Ford talks about his family's involvement in the juke box business
Tape: 2 Story: 1 - Frederick C. Ford describes his neighborhood in St. Louis, Missouri
Tape: 2 Story: 2 - Frederick C. Ford describes his sights, sounds, and smells of St. Louis, Missouri
Tape: 2 Story: 3 - Frederick C. Ford describes his involvement in the YMCA as a child
Tape: 2 Story: 4 - Frederick C. Ford remembers attending John Marshall Grade School
Tape: 2 Story: 5 - Frederick C. Ford recalls attending summer camp as a teenager
Tape: 2 Story: 6 - Frederick C. Ford describes his activities at Sumner High School in St. Louis, Missouri
Tape: 2 Story: 7 - Frederick C. Ford describes attending the YMCA National Conference in Miami, Ohio and the Y Circus
Tape: 2 Story: 8 - Frederick C. Ford talks about the National Honor Society
Tape: 2 Story: 9 - Frederick C. Ford describes his decision to attend the University of Illinois
Tape: 3 Story: 1 - Frederick C. Ford recalls participating in sit-ins in Champaign-Urbana, Illinois, pt. 1
Tape: 3 Story: 3 - Frederick C. Ford talks about his involvement with Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity
Tape: 3 Story: 4 - Frederick C. Ford talks about present-day fraternities
Tape: 3 Story: 5 - Frederick C. Ford talks about his siblings' education
Tape: 3 Story: 6 - Frederick C. Ford describes his activities at the University of Illinois
Tape: 3 Story: 7 - Frederick C. Ford describes working as an accountant at Mary T. Washington and Company in Chicago.
Tape: 3 Story: 8 - Frederick C. Ford describes taking a job at Draper and Kramer in 1951
Tape: 3 Story: 9 - Frederick C. Ford describes Draper and Kramer, Incorporated
Tape: 4 Story: 1 - Frederick C. Ford describes the history of the Lake Meadow Development
Tape: 4 Story: 2 - Frederick C. Ford describes the Prairie Shores development
Tape: 4 Story: 3 - Frederick C. Ford talks about being the first black employee at Draper and Kramer
Tape: 4 Story: 4 - Frederick C. Ford describes his management philosophy
Tape: 4 Story: 5 - Frederick C. Ford reflects upon mistakes he has made with personnel decisions
Tape: 4 Story: 6 - Frederick C. Ford describes his duties at Draper and Kramer
Tape: 4 Story: 7 - Frederick C. Ford describes his involvement with the Gary, Indiana School Board
Tape: 4 Story: 8 - Frederick C. Ford talks about an experiment that allowed a private company to run Gary, Indiana schools
Tape: 5 Story: 1 - Frederick C. Ford describes having an inside view to a family-run business
Tape: 5 Story: 2 - Frederick C. Ford describes his hopes and concerns for the black community
Tape: 5 Story: 3 - Frederick C. Ford gives advice to people interested in business
Tape: 5 Story: 4 - Frederick C. Ford talks about formal business training versus business instinct
Tape: 5 Story: 5 - Frederick C. Ford talks about his mother's pride in his success
Tape: 5 Story: 6 - Frederick C. Ford reflects upon his legacy
Tape: 5 Story: 7 - Frederick C. Ford describes how he would like to be remembered
Tape: 5 Story: 8 - Frederick C. Ford narrates his photographs, pt.1
Frederick C. Ford describes his duties at Draper and Kramer
Frederick C. Ford describes taking a job at Draper and Kramer in 1951
So, have, have most--what have most of your duties at Draper and Kramer consisted of basically, management or has it been (unclear) (simultaneous)?$$(Simultaneous) Well, no, well it's been mostly accounting and then into management. When I first started the company was in the town of Park Forest, Illinois, out south here, was being developed and our company and another company called Dovenmuehle, which no longer exists, were making all of the loans on the homes being built out there and they were building, this was right after the war, and they were building homes and selling homes as fast as they could build them. And one of my first jobs was setting up loan closing statements, so I did that. And then the company had just completed the building at 1350-60 Lake Shore Drive, you may know that building, twin brick towers. It had 740 apartments in it. At the time, it was the largest apartment building in the city and it's built on the old Potter Palmer estate. And, it, the mortgage there was insured by the Federal Housing Administration and our people had heard that the people who had trouble with the Federal Housing Administration were those who didn't keep good records, and that was one of the reasons for hiring me in the first place, was to make sure that they had somebody there who was dedicated to this job. And so, I first started keeping, excuse me, those records and the records of some other properties that the company had. And then the Lake Meadows and the Prairie Shores Buildings, going, came along. And then eventually, I became the head of the Accounting Department and had to hire an assistant, you know, and more and more, I became treasurer of the company and then eventually became a director of the company. And then I became tr- financial vice president and so by that time, I had under my supervision, all the manual accounting and all of the IBM equipment and accounting and Burroughs Bookkeeping Machines and you know, about fifty people and so forth. And, then, eventually, I was in charge of all the recordkeeping for the entire company and for new properties coming on and so forth. So, I really, I was in charge of it all, so to speak (laughter) and I enjoyed it. And then I began to back out of it as I had other general management duties. I sort of became the executive vice president and assistant to the president. The President was Ferd [Ferdinand] Kramer's--by this time, Ferd Kramer had moved up to chairman of the board and the president was Douglas Kramer, his son. And Douglas Kramer stayed as president for about thirty years, sometime in the 70's [1970s] up until '95 [1995]. And '95 [1995], the grandson, whose name is Forrest Bailey, Ferd, one of Ferd Kramer's daughter's child, he became president and so, frankly I've been kind of hanging around helping him. Which is what keeps me there fifty-one years. But, I'm thinking, I'm thinking about hanging it up (laughter).$$Now, I heard about the Kramers, but is there a Draper in Draper and Kramer?$$Well, there was, but the Drapers were bought out many years ago, although there is one young man still associated, who is in the Draper line. But, it's frankly--it's mostly, it's all, it's all for the most part, it's all Kramers now, um-hm.$And then this job came along, during that, during that time I came to Chicago [Illinois] from Champaign-Urbana [Illinois] in December of '49 [1949] and then I went to Draper and Kramer in May of '51 [1951]. During that period of time, I was around talking with people about job opportunities and so forth. And one of the people that I talked to was Robert Taylor, after whom Robert Taylor Homes are named. And he introduced me to his nephew, John Freeman, and Freeman was interested in business and I was interested in it and he thought we'd find something to do together. Well, we didn't find anything to do together but the, the interesting part of this story is that I was rooming at 63rd and Champlain and I would eat breakfast in the Walgreens at 63rd and--$$South Park (unclear)?$$No, no, next street, Cottage. 63rd and Cottage, right (simultaneous).$$(Simultaneous) Oh, okay.$$And, so, I was in there one morning and John Freeman says, "My uncle wants to see you." I said, "Yeah, what about?" He said, "Something about a job." Well, he had forgotten where to find me, Bob Taylor had. But he and Ferd Kramer were on some sort of housing council here in the city together, and Ferd [Ferdinand] Kramer had decided to hire a Negro in his downtown office, of which there were none in any real estate office downtown at that time. And he had asked Bob Taylor if he knew anybody and Bob thought about me. And so I went over to see Bob and he gave me the reference and I went down and talked to him and sure enough, they hired me. Now, it wasn't quite that simple because I wasn't that sure that I wanted to leave the opportunities at Mary T. Washington and Company. But, anyhow, I decided to go and so I've been there for fifty-one years now (laughter). But it was just interesting, you know, that sitting there having breakfast, I mean it's like, it's about as casual as you can get (laughter) toward finding a job.
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Peter Bynoe
Peter Bynoe was born in Boston, Massachusetts on March 20, 1951, to a West Indian father and an American mother, whom he credits with instilling in him the exemplary work ethic that has made him a leading entrepreneur. He received his bachelors, masters, and law degrees from Harvard University before entering the business world in 1976 as a Citibank executive intern. The following year, Bynoe became vice president of James Lowry and Associates, a position he held until 1982, when he founded Telemat Ltd., a business consulting firm.
In 1989, Peter Bynoe broke ground as the first minority owner of an NBA franchise, a goal he accomplished through a partnership with fellow Chicago entrepreneur Bertram Lee, tennis legend Arthur Ashe and Democratic National Committeee Chairman Ron Brown. This collective, headed by Bynoe, purchased the Denver Nuggets for $65 million. As the first African American owner, he set a precedent that has opened the doors of sports management for all minorities. In 1992, after designing and supervising the complete reorganization of the team, he sold his interest in the franchise.
After his involvement with the NBA, Bynoe joined the prestigious law firm of Rudnick & Wolfe, where he has served on the firm's Management Committee since 1995. For Bynoe, sports have served as a staging ground for race relations and African-American advancement. He uses his position as a lawyer to facilitate the construction of professional sports stadiums, including arenas for the Milwaukee Brewers, the San Francisco 49ers, and the Washington Redskins. Bynoe also manages some of Rudnick & Wolfe's most important clients, including Bank of America and the City of Chicago.
At the time of the interview, Peter Bynoe was heavily involved in the Chicago civic community as director of the Chicago Economic Club, Chair of the Chicago Planning Commission, and director of the Illinois Sports Facilities Authority. Bynoe also served as a director of the UniRoyal Technology Corporation.
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Business consulting entrepreneur Peter Bynoe (1951 - ) became the first African American owner of a professional sports team in 1989, when he gained part ownership of the Denver Nuggets. He he has facilitated in the construction of professional sports stadiums for the Milwaukee Brewers, the San Francisco 49ers, and the Washington Redskins.
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Tape: 1 Story: 1 - Photo- Peter Bynoe with John H. Johnson and Henry Louis Gates
Tape: 1 Story: 2 - Photo- Peter Bynoe with Colin and Alma Powell
Tape: 1 Story: 3 - Photo- Peter Bynoe with his wife, Linda and friend
Tape: 1 Story: 4 - Photo- Peter Bynoe in a publicity photo for Swissair Airlines
Tape: 1 Story: 5 - Photo- Portrait of Peter Bynoe and his wife Linda
Tape: 1 Story: 6 - Photo- Peter Bynoe with Mayor Michael Curley
Tape: 1 Story: 7 - Photo- Victor Bynoe Sr. with Sugar Ray Robinson
Tape: 1 Story: 8 - Photo- Victor Bynoe Sr. with Brooklyn Dodger, Jackie Robinson
Tape: 1 Story: 9 - Photo- Victor Bynoe Sr. with John F. Kennedy
Tape: 1 Story: 10 - Photo- Victor Bynoe Sr. with Ethiopian Emporer, Haile Selaisse
Tape: 1 Story: 11 - Photo- Victor Bynoe Sr. with government officials
Tape: 1 Story: 12 - Photo- Victor Bynoe Sr. with others
Tape: 1 Story: 13 - Photo- Victor Bynoe Sr. meets with others
Tape: 1 Story: 14 - Photo- Victor Bynoe Sr. meets with Joe Louis, the Brown Bomber
Tape: 1 Story: 15 - Peter Bynoe's Favorites
Tape: 1 Story: 16 - Peter Bynoe's fond reminiscence of childhood in Boston in the1950s
Tape: 1 Story: 17 - Peter Bynoe speaks of his father's trailblazing life in Boston in the 1930s and 1940s
Tape: 1 Story: 18 - Peter Bynoe continues on his father's philosophy of success and dealing with racism
Tape: 1 Story: 19 - Peter Bynoe speaks of his maternal and paternal influences
Tape: 1 Story: 20 - Peter Bynoe discusses whether or not having West Indian ancestry impacted his life
Tape: 1 Story: 21 - Peter Bynoe recalls mischeviousness in childhood
Tape: 1 Story: 22 - Peter Bynoe remembers his Boston neighborhood and upbringing
Tape: 1 Story: 23 - Peter Bynoe recalls the bucket of oil incident
Tape: 1 Story: 24 - Peter Bynoe talks about his father not "sparing the rod"
Tape: 2 Story: 1 - Peter Bynoe speaks of segregation and racism in Boston during his youth
Tape: 2 Story: 2 - Peter Bynoe discusses father's law practice and political involvment in Boston
Tape: 2 Story: 3 - Peter Bynoe speaks of his friendships and growing up during the Vietnam War era
Tape: 2 Story: 4 - Peter Bynoe recalls friends lost to Vietnam and illness
Tape: 2 Story: 5 - Peter Bynoe describes going away to Harvard and impact on his maturity
Tape: 2 Story: 6 - Peter Bynoe describes his skill of seizing opportunites
Tape: 2 Story: 7 - Peter Bynoe speaks of his undergraduate years at Harvard University
Tape: 2 Story: 8 - Peter Bynoe discusses the social upheaval at Harvard in the late 1960s
Tape: 2 Story: 9 - Peter Bynoe shares stories of helping start the Afro-American Studies Department at Harvard University
Tape: 3 Story: 1 - Peter Bynoe describes his decision to attend Harvard Law and Business Schools and how that led him into entrepreneurship
Tape: 3 Story: 2 - Peter Bynoe details his transition from corporate America to branching out and Mayor Harold Washington's influence on his career
Tape: 3 Story: 3 - Peter Bynoe continues his discussion on the influence of Harold Washington on his life and career
Tape: 3 Story: 4 - Peter Bynoe discusses mentorship by Chicago's white business elite and his life as an entrepreneur
Tape: 3 Story: 5 - Peter Bynoe relates his successful formula for entrepreneuship
Tape: 3 Story: 6 - Peter Bynoe recalls role in building the new Comiskey Park
Tape: 3 Story: 7 - Peter Bynoe talks about his ground-breaking venture of buying the Denver Nuggets NBA franchise
Tape: 3 Story: 8 - Peter Bynoe becomes the first African American managing general partner of NBA franchise and he describes the media and area response
Tape: 3 Story: 9 - Peter Bynoe examines the lack of black ownership of professional sports teams
Tape: 4 Story: 1 - Peter Bynoe reflects on his successes and future in business
Tape: 4 Story: 2 - Peter Bynoe reflects upon his father's influence on his life
Tape: 4 Story: 3 - Peter Bynoe's thoughts on African Americans and the "Digital Divide"
Tape: 4 Story: 4 - Peter Bynoe's hopes and reflections on 20th century black entrepreneurs sucesses
Tape: 4 Story: 5 - Peter Bynoe's assessment of rapid technological change and the future of black America
Tape: 4 Story: 6 - Peter Bynoe continues on the future of black America
Tape: 4 Story: 7 - Peter Bynoe reveals the businesspeople he most admires
Tape: 4 Story: 8 - Peter Bynoe on his legacy and what his father would think of his success
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Feeling shitty and unhappy lately? You're not the only one and here's why
Saturday, 5 May 2018, 10:42AM
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Have you been feeling a down lately? A bit sad? A little low on energy? Not knowing what the f*** life is?!
Turns out, you're not crazy and there's many others feeling the same way due to Seasonal Affected Disorder.
This time last year, a Melbourne-based Facebook user asked the question surrounding why we don't feel quite right at this time of year. It went viral after many others claimed they feel the same.
Turns out, we're probably trying to hibernate.
Duval reminds people that "it suddenly got a lot darker and colder recently". Some people's body's may not have adjusted to the new season as quickly as they could have.
Her post shed some light on SAD (Seasonal Affected Disorder) and resonated with many people who commented and shared the status update.
Seasonal affective disorder (SAD) is a type of depression that's related to changes in seasons — SAD begins and ends at about the same times every year. If you're like most people with SAD, your symptoms start in the fall and continue into the winter months, sapping your energy and making you feel moody. Less often, SAD causes depression in the spring or early summer.
"Look at getting some vitamin D back in your system," Duval advises.
Her tips also include checking that you have appropriate bedding for the cooler temperatures (but also breathable bedding so your body does not overheat), drinking lots of water and staying in touch with friends during this "hibernation" period.
"You're allowed to go into screensaver mode sometimes," Duval wrote for those needing a reminder to slow down and take better care of themselves. "Plenty of creatures on this planet gear down over winter, and many mammals just go to bed permanently for a whole season, or go halfway around the globe to get the hell away from the cold."
Basically, DO NOT WORRY. You're not crazy! Winter just scientifically sucks.
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We’re living in a society where we’re fortunate to live longer and benefit from ever-improving health care. However, an ageing population means we’re much more likely to live with at least one long term health condition such as asthma, heart disease or arthritis.
Government figures on long term conditions tell us that:
Around 15 million people in England, or almost one in three of the population, have a long term condition.
Half of people aged over 60 in England have a long term condition.
People with long term conditions account for 29% of the population, but use 50% of all GP appointments and 70% of all inpatient bed days.
The NHS budget is shrinking. Increasingly, care is being moved out of hospitals and into the community, while unplanned hospital admissions are a primary target for reduction. To effectively manage long term conditions we must improve self-management of our health. This in turn will minimise the chances of our health becoming unstable and requiring emergency treatment.
“When I lost my balance function in 2007 Tai Chi Movement helped me find a way to gain some control over my body. I wanted more than the NHS was offering at that time and I felt Tai Chi could probably help. I learned, and still continue to learn, to listen to my body to help compensate for the signals I no longer get from the balance system in my ears. I would like to be able to offer it to the patients I see at work who have balance difficulties.”
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TMW improves mindfulness of the body and supports self-care. It introduces gentle exercise, flexibility and balance and can be practised seated or standing. TMW encompasses the approach of embodied mindfulness; this is designed to help manage distress, worry and anxiety – bringing a calmer and healthy mind in line with a balanced and healthier body.
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Tai Chi has been used to support a group of women at the Haven, a charity organisation in Hereford for women with breast cancer. The group was interested in exploring less conventional treatments and turned to Tai Chi. For many of the women, the benefits exceeded their expectations.
“I have gained far more than I ever expected.”
“I go away feeling totally different … my life has changed since I started Tai Chi”
In terms of their experience, many women found that Tai Chi helped them to relax and better manage their anxiety. Some also sensed a feeling of empowerment of their health conditions.
“I had severe radiotherapy burns and had lost a lot of confidence. Through Ta Chi I have regained a lot of my confidence.”
Perhaps the most profound difference Tai Chi has made to these women is in their relationship with their cancer.
“The cancer is now in the background, it’s behind me, I’ve moved on.”
“It allows you to be in the right frame of mind to see health professionals, to be receptive and accepting of treatments. It changes everything around!”
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Oculus Go Standalone VR Headset Review: Convenient VR For The Masses
The best budget VR headset.
With a user experience that's better than any mobile headset and a price that almost anyone can afford, the Oculus Go delivers a great VR experience for the money, no smartphone or PC required.
Tons of content
High-quality build
No spatial tracking
Longer charge time than run time
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Imagine going to a fancy burger joint and being asked to bring your own bun? That's what the VR market has been like up until now. No matter how much or little you spent, you either needed a high-end PC or a premium smartphone to use the best VR headsets. Enter Oculus Go, a standalone VR system with its own Snapdragon 821 processor and everything else you need built-in.
The Oculus Go isn’t going to replace the PC-connected room-scale-capable systems like the Oculus Rift, HTC Vive, and Windows MR headsets. But the standalone device offers better performance and a more convenient form factor for experiencing VR content than smartphone-powered headsets such as the Google Daydream View and Samsung Gear VR.
Design: Rift-Like
The Oculus Go has a functional design language that doesn't stand out for being either beautiful or ugly. The device is a light shade of gray with very little contrast. The body of the visor has a smooth plastic finish, while the faceplate is made of a dull aluminum which acts as a heatsink for the SoC and surrounding components. The fabric surfaces are a slightly different shade of gray. The only real contrast is the black face cushion that surrounds the lenses.
The Go borrows some design elements from the Rift (such as the shape of the faceplate and how the head strap attaches to the visor). However, the construction of the two headsets is markedly different. For instance, the Go doesn’t offer spatial tracking, so it doesn’t have embedded sensors.
On the top the headset, you’ll find a pair of volume adjustment buttons and power button with an LED indicator light that shows when the device is charging, paired via bluetooth or powered on. The left side houses a micro USB port used for charging the device, and a 3.5mm audio jack to plug in a headset.
The headset features internal speakers and a microphone, so you don’t need headphones to use the device, but Oculus recommends using a headset for the best voice communication. Oculus offers the Go headset with 32GB or 64GB of internal storage. Our sample came with 32GB.
The Oculus Go features a 3-point head strap, which is made of a fabric. Inside, a foam rubber cushion fits snugly against your cheeks and forehead to seal off light from the world around you. The nose space doesn’t have a cover, so you can still see the real world through the slit if you look down.
Glasses-Wearers Welcome
The Go has a novel solution for glasses wearers -- a spacer, which you can install under the foam cushion to push the edges of the foam out and give you a few millimeters of extra clearance for corrective lenses. I don’t wear glasses, but I deferred to a friend who does to test the spacer. While he has trouble wearing the Rift, the Go fit over his glasses with ease.
For people who don’t want to wear their glasses with a headset at all, Oculus is introducing a corrective lens accessory, which you can slip over the Go’s lenses to make it a prescription VR headset. Oculus said the corrective lenses will be available for Rift owners as well.
Improved Lenses
Speaking of the lenses, they are significantly better than what you'll find in the Rift. Oculus told us that it put considerable effort into developing the “perfect lens” for VR, and while we’re not convinced that they are perfect, they do provide a much clearer image than the older design.
The Oculus Go lenses are curved, Fresnel-style lenses like those in the Rift headset, but they produce much less lens flare distortion. The new lens design features a somewhat triangular shape, instead of the round with one flat edge design we usually see in VR headsets.
Display Panel: High-Res, But Not as Good as Rift
The Oculus Go offers a marginally higher resolution than the Oculus Rift headset, but to call it superior would be somewhat disingenuous. The Rift features 2,160 x 1,200 pixels spread across two 90Hz OLED display panels. The Go features a single 2,560 x 1,440 fast-switch LCD panel that operates at 60Hz or 72Hz, depending on the application.
We suspect that the lower refresh rate is a symptom of the available processing power and not a limitation of the panel technology. To keep the costs down to a palatable level for the mass market, Oculus chose a dated Snapdragon 821 processor, which is the similar to the chip found in the two-year-old Samsung Galaxy S7.
Oculus also developed features that enable it to squeeze even more performance out of the aging hardware, such as Fixed Foveated Rendering, which enables developers to push high-fidelity graphics to the sweet spot of the display and lower fidelity graphics in the periphery to reduce the GPU load. The company also created processes such as Dynamic Clock Speed Adjustments, which lower the clock speed of the SoC when it's not in demand to help preserve battery.
The Oculus Go features an internal 2600mAh Lithium-ion battery, which provides between 1.5-2-hours of continuous gaming, or approximately 2-2.5-hours of video content. In our experience, Oculus’s runtime ratings are accurate. I squeezed a little more than 2 hours out of our headset with a combination of gaming and video, and got nearly 3 hours out of it while doing nothing but watching Netflix.
It takes approximately 3 hours to charge the Oculus Go fully with the provided charger. The instruction guide says not to charge it with other chargers, including portable battery backups. You also should not charge the headset while it’s on your face.
The Oculus Go package includes a motion controller, which features a large trigger button, a trackpad for your thumb, an Oculus menu button and a back button. Like the Daydream VR or Gear VR controllers, it features 3-degrees of freedom tracking, which allows you to point in any direction, but it doesn’t have any depth-sensing capabilities so you can’t reach into the virtual world. Similar to the Daydream platform, the menu button on the controller enables you to recenter your view at any time.
The motion controller is an odd shape, but felt comfortable in my hand. I wasn't even tempted to put it down while watching video content.
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David_326 01 May 2018 19:23
One think you need to Mention is this is not really designed for Gaming since there is no real controllers like the Touch that will work with it.
TheDane 01 May 2018 20:59
No spatial tracking is a totally no-buy for me. You won't feel really immersed without this feature.
Sakkura 01 May 2018 21:08
It comes with a 3DOF controller as the review explains. It's fine for some types of games.
It is a big downside. Santa Cruz is coming later with that feature, but will cost more. The Oculus Go is more of a media device and needs to be affordable.
kcarbotte 02 May 2018 01:19
You would be surprised at how good it without spatial tracking.
Until I played with it, I wasn't a believer either. But having put a few hours into using it, I'm confident most people don't need spatial tracking to enjoy VR.
That said, spatial tracking is superior, but it will come at a higher price.
bit_user 02 May 2018 01:43
I think it's just a little bit sad that Nintendo wasn't the first to offer such a product. Over the past 30 years, they've been a trailblazer on most of the enabling technologies (stereoscopic, mobile gaming, 3D graphics, controller tracking, and even dabbling in AR):
1987 - Famicom 3D System
1989 - Gameboy
1995 - Virtual Boy
1996 - Nintendo 64 (original code named "Project Reality")
2006 - Wii
2011 - 3DS
This would've been the next logical step, for them. Risky, sure, but they've traditionally been more willing to take risks in the realm of format and user interaction. Perhaps they will simply become a software developer & publisher, if they're now too afraid to take such risks.
Thanks for the prompt review.
Looking forward to coverage of the Lenovo Mirage Solo (launching in mere days? weeks?). I should probably go ahead and preorder one, in anticipation of them getting withdrawn after the inevitable injury reports and corresponding lawsuits.
IMO, they should really do something about the charging limitations - especially that you can't use an external battery pack to extend its runtime.
dx_houle 02 May 2018 03:43
Products like this are gonna set VR back. When I ask people if they've tried VR and they say "ya" with an unimpressed facial expression, I know they're talking about mobile VR. It's too bad that the general public will see mobile VR and roomscale VR as pretty much the same thing...until they try roomscale VR obviously.
Wow, lenovo.com claims Mirage Solo is already shipping (B&H says May 7th).
https://www3.lenovo.com/us/en/virtual-reality-and-smart-devices/virtual-and-augmented-reality/lenovo-mirage-solo/Mirage-Solo/p/ZA3C0003US
Ships same business day if your order is processed before 3 pm EST
cryoburner 02 May 2018 04:48
...no smartphone or PC required.
Except for the one required to set it up. >_> Why is that a requirement anyway? I don't see any reason they couldn't have the configuration built in, using the motion controller and menus in the HMD to set everything up. And what permissions does that companion app require? It seems like a convenient way to harvest data off people's phones.
From what I've read here, this doesn't quite sound like a 10/10 device to me. Sure, for the price it may be a very compelling product, but there are just too many caveats for a perfect score. The list of "cons" seems to leave out a lot of other important details that I could gather from this review. In addition to the lack of spatial tracking and relatively long charge time, it might also be worth highlighting the lack of IPD adjustment, the low refresh rate, and the device's limited storage.
And why does it cost an extra $50 to add another 32GB of storage? 32GB MicroSD cards are readily available for around $12, 64GB for $20, and 128GB for under $40. I doubt it would have cost them even a dollar to add a MicroSD slot to the thing. Supposedly USB storage support will be coming sometime post-launch, but since the port is MicroUSB, you'll likely need adapters or cables to make external storage work. The only reason I can see for them to not add a MicroSD slot is to try to encourage people to get the version that adds additional storage at a premium.
I also get the impression that it might not be all that long before this device feels a bit outdated. Not just because of the limited processing capability, but perhaps more importantly the lack of spatial tracking. While Windows Mixed Reality headsets might not have onboard processing, within a similar price range they do manage to provide self-contained room-scale tracking for both the headset and controllers. While a $200 price point probably isn't realistic for a device that incorporates both of these feature-sets at this time, I imagine it could be done for around $300.
Actually, that seems more along along the lines of what I was describing, though considering the launch price, it still seems to fall a bit short. At that price level, I would expect an IPD adjustment, and something better than a simple 3DOF controller, which seems like a bit of a waste considering the 6DOF headset tracking. It does have slightly nicer specs compared to the Oculus Go, but I have a hard time seeing many people spending twice as much for one of those to run pretty much the same software. I kind of think it's going to be a bit like the Windows Mixed Reality headsets, and we'll see a price drop down to around $300 before the year is through.
They probably just want to minimize the chance of lawsuits resulting from a Lithium battery exploding in someone's face. It does seem like the headset could be run off the USB port without actually charging the internal battery at the same time though.
I think it's just a little bit sad that Nintendo wasn't the first to offer such a product.
Well, the Virtual Boy did fail pretty hard, which may have made them them wary about jumping into a VR implementation that's not quite ready for prime time. I did get the impression that they might have been planning something similar for the Switch though. As it is, the device seems like it could be snapped into a smartphone-style headset, though it's perhaps a bit bulky for that, and the screen resolution a bit low. Those things could potentially be addressed in a "Switch Lite" half-generation update though.
Dosflores 02 May 2018 10:02
I don't see any reason they couldn't have the configuration built in, using the motion controller and menus in the HMD to set everything up. And what permissions does that companion app require? It seems like a convenient way to harvest data off people's phones.
You stated the reason yourself. I loved that screenshot of the companion app's setup process:
"Location access is needed to discover and set up nearby headsets and more"
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Blu-ray Players Top 2.7 Million
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Washington — The Blu-ray Disc Association is having a Blu – not blue – Christmas, according to sales figures it released Monday.
The group reported Black Friday sales “were decidedly Blu” for both hardware and software, accounting for a total sell-in since launch of 2.7 million players in North American households as of Nov. 24.
Although the announcement did not break out sales by device type, the total count would include sales of Sony PlayStation 3 video game consoles that all include built-in Blu-ray Disc drives and dominate sales of all set-top Blu-ray players.
The HD DVD Promotion Group released sales figures last week showing total U.S. penetration of 750,000 HD DVD players to date, including sales of Xbox 360 video game consoles with add-on HD DVD drives.
The BDA cited Nielsen/VideoScan format share numbers showing HD disc software sales for the week of Black Friday were 72.6 percent compared to 27.4 percent for HD DVD.
Total sales of Blu-ray Disc movies in North America passed the 4 million mark in November, the BDA said, pointing out important milestones along the way including: reaching the 1 million mark in the first 10 months of release, reaching the 2 million mark three months after that and finally 4 million two months after that.
Comparatively, HD DVD reached 2.5 million disc sales in November, the BDA observed.
Other figures mentioned by the Blu-ray camp were the following:
Year-to-date (through Nov. 25), Blu-ray movie titles have outsold HD DVD in the United States by a 2-to-1 margin.
Of the top 20 high-definition titles in the United States this year, 18 are available on Blu-ray.
Blu-ray movies have 73 percent of the European market — outselling HD-DVD by a 3-to-1 margin, according to sales data provided by Media Control Gfk International.
Blu-ray’s share of the HD recorder market in Japan is now 95 percent as of the week ending Nov. 12, according to Media Control Gfk International.
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Colleges should be repositioned at the heart of a lifelong learning system for the 21st century, says the Transformative Teaching and Learning in Further Education report.
The report shows the extent to which further and adult education transforms lives and provides hope to communities, but argues that a new funding and policy framework is required if they are to fulfil their potential.
Co-authored by Professor Vicky Duckworth and Dr Rob Smith, the report argues that colleges are well positioned to provide a range of opportunities for adults returning to learning, but that more resource is needed to provide the wraparound support required to address learners' complex needs.
It says colleges are often wrongly seen as providers of vocational qualifications for 'unacademic' young people, and that marketisation has encouraged a narrow, linear focus on skills which doesn't serve the interests of many learners.
The report makes a number of recommendations which its authors suggest would support more people to access transformative learning in further education. These include improving links between schools, colleges and higher education at a local level to support learner progression, and reforming college governance to improve democratic accountability. It also calls for the creation of a national website which showcases diverse learner journeys to provide inspiration for those considering a return to learning.
The new report, which features a foreword from Shadow education secretary Angela Rayner, is the culmination of UCU's Further Education: Transforming Lives research project. UCU said the report showed it was time to overhaul funding to better support colleges' crucial role in delivering social justice.
UCU acting general secretary, Paul Cottrell, said: 'This illuminating report shows that colleges are important centres of transformative learning, but too often they are constrained by a short-sighted approach to funding and policy which doesn't match the diverse needs of students. It is time to overhaul how further education is funded so that colleges' crucial role in delivering social justice is properly recognised.'
Shadow education secretary, Angela Rayner, said: 'I welcome this report because it reminds us that education is about more than numbers - it's about the people like me whose lives have been transformed by learning. I wouldn't be where I am today if it wasn't for my local college giving me a second chance at education. Labour's National Education Service would invest more in colleges and support them to give people from all walks of life the power to take control over their own future and thrive.'
Co-author Professor Vicky Duckworth said: 'Colleges have a key role that makes them much more than simply a component in the supply of skills for employers. Our research shows how they help re-build damaged learner identities and offer people from diverse communities hope, agency and a positive orientation towards the future. However, policy and funding need to acknowledge the important role colleges are playing by providing flexible and part time routes, not just as an additional part of a linear system.
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Trucode Launched to Advance Next-Generation Gene Editing Platform
- Translating novel triplex gene editing technology for patients with genetic disorders
- $34M in initial investment by Kleiner Perkins and GV
- Led by Marshall Fordyce, MD, Chief Executive Officer and Allen Ebens, PhD, Chief Scientific Officer
San Francisco, CA, September 10, 2019 – Trucode Gene Repair, Inc. announced today that it is advancing its next-generation in vivo gene editing technology to correct mutations that cause sickle cell disease, cystic fibrosis, and other devastating genetic disorders. With $34 million from investors including Kleiner Perkins and GV (formerly known as Google Ventures), Trucode has now emerged from stealth-mode after establishing a broad and exclusive intellectual property estate for its triplex gene editing technology, assembling a cohesive team of industry veterans, and identifying lead candidates in multiple clinical indications.
“The medical promise of gene editing to cure patients with genetic disease has arrived but has not realized its full transformative potential. Our technology could address key challenges faced by the industry, including editing fidelity, immune reactions, delivery, scaled manufacturing, and intellectual property,” said Dr. Marshall Fordyce, Founder and Chief Executive Officer.
Triplex gene editing technology employs proprietary synthetic peptide nucleic acid (PNA) oligomers and DNA correction sequences to edit disease-causing mutations by harnessing natural DNA repair mechanisms. The mechanism of editing does not cause double-stranded breaks seen with CRISPR and other nuclease-based editing technologies and has the potential for intravenous delivery without viral vectors.
Trucode’s platform builds on the pioneering work of Professors Peter Glazer MD, PhD; Mark Saltzman, PhD; and Marie Egan, MD, and their teams at Yale University. In several studies published in Nature Communications, they demonstrated that PNAs loaded into biodegradable polymer nanoparticles induce gene editing and reverse disease phenotype in multiple animal models of disease, including beta-thalassemia and cystic fibrosis. In beta-thalassemia mice, intravenous dosing of nanoparticles achieved sufficient gene correction in bone marrow-derived hematopoietic stem cells to durably reverse the disease phenotype, as assessed by multiple clinically relevant endpoints. This was the first in vivo demonstration that PNAs might effectively translate into a clinically practical platform for human gene correction. Trucode holds the exclusive worldwide license to this technology from the Yale University Office of Cooperative Research and additional licenses from Carnegie Mellon University.
Leadership and Board of Directors
Trucode is led by CEO Marshall Fordyce, MD, who brings more than a decade of industry experience leading teams in drug development, clinical translation, and commercialization. Dr. Fordyce founded Trucode while an entrepreneur-in-residence at Kleiner Perkins with Beth Seidenberg, MD. Previously, he served as Senior Director of Clinical Research at Gilead Sciences, Inc. where he contributed to seven new drug approvals and led Gilead’s highly successful TAF/GENVOYA clinical development program.
Research and Development programs are led by Allen Ebens, PhD, Chief Scientific Officer, who has over 20 years of industry experience (Genentech, Juno, NGM) bringing novel molecules with different modalities from concept to clinic. Lauren Frenz is Senior Vice President of Corporate Strategy and Finance. She has a decade of commercial, finance, and strategic planning experience from Gilead Sciences and SVB Leerink. Advisors include Jim Coull, PhD, with over 25 years of industry experience in PNA chemistry and Susan K. Whoriskey, PhD, who was previously on the founding Executive Teams of Cubist Pharmaceuticals, Momenta Pharmaceuticals and Moderna.
Dr. Fordyce noted, “In a short amount of time, we have attracted a strong team of seasoned biotech professionals with deep expertise in drug development to realize the transformative potential of this technology. We now have the ability to fully explore new chemical space and advance our pipeline of novel candidates directed to established genetic targets. This rare opportunity to develop potentially curative next-generation gene editing therapeutics for the benefit of patients inspires me every day.”
The company has appointed the following individuals to its Board of Directors:
Beth Seidenberg, MD, General Partner, Kleiner Perkins; Managing Director, Westlake Village BioPartners
Krishna Yeshwant, MD, General Partner, GV
Andrew Cheng, MD, PhD, CEO of Akero Therapeutics (AKRO); former Chief Medical Officer of Gilead Sciences
Joseph Walton, Partner, Walton, Mitchell & Co.
Long-time life sciences investor and Trucode’s founding investor, Dr. Beth Seidenberg said, “Gene editing holds enormous promise for patients with genetic diseases, and Trucode’s novel platform is well differentiated from first-generation technologies – this could be transformative for our industry.”
About Trucode Gene Repair
Trucode Gene Repair is advancing its novel triplex gene editing platform to potentially cure devastating genetic diseases, with initial focus on sickle cell disease and cystic fibrosis. The elegance of triplex gene editing lies in its ability to harness natural, high-fidelity DNA repair mechanisms, and its independence from the requirement for exogenous nucleases and viral vectors. Trucode is headquartered in South San Francisco, CA. For more information, visit www.trucodegene.com.
About Kleiner Perkins
For five decades, Kleiner Perkins has partnered with some of the most ingenious founders in technology, helping them make history with their bold ideas. Through 20 venture funds and four growth funds, Kleiner Perkins has invested $10 billion in hundreds of companies, including pioneers such as Amazon, Genentech, and Google. Today, Kleiner Perkins continues to invest in founders and their bold ideas helping them to make history. For more information, visit
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About GV
GV provides venture capital funding to bold new companies. Across the fields of life science, enterprise technology, consumer products and services, and frontier technology, GV's portfolio companies aim to improve lives and transform industries. GV's team of world-class engineers, designers, physicians, scientists, marketers, and investors work together to provide startups exceptional support. Launched as Google Ventures in 2009, GV is the venture capital arm of Alphabet, Inc. GV helps startups interface with Google, providing unique access to the world’s best technology and talent. GV has more than $4.5 billion under management. Among its investments are Uber, Lime, Slack and One Medical Group. Notable investment outcomes include Nest, Flatiron Health, and Duo Security. GV is headquartered in Mountain View, California, with offices in San Francisco, Boston, New York, and London.
About the Yale Office of Cooperative Research
Since its founding in 1982, the Yale Office of Cooperative Research (OCR) has built a significant portfolio of inventions and patents and has grown into an engine of regional economic development. Its mission is to facilitate the translation of research from Yale’s labs into products and services that benefit society. OCR is recognized as a leading force for catalyzing economic growth by identifying, counseling and nurturing early-stage technologies and guiding the transition into robust companies.
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5 Reasons You Should Own Stocks Instead Of Mutual Funds (Or ETFs)
by Chris Carosa
Originally published on forbes.com, October 16, 2019.
In this “one-size-fits-all” world, the lords of investing wisdom praise the almighty index fund – the greatest “set-it-and-forget-it” of them all. Yet, in doing so, are they inadvertently wearing blinders to the goals and objectives of real people? After all, no one wants “Here Lies John Doe – He Beat the S&P 500” on their tombstone.
Many people only see investing through the prism of their 401(k). This limits their vision to all but mutual funds. “For most investors, it’s because they don’t have a choice,” says Merlin Rothfeld, instructor and investment strategist at Online Trading Academy in Irvine, California. “They are locked into a 401k or IRA that only offers mutual funds. This isn’t by accident—it’s by design.”
These retirement plans, now built to make saving even easier, have shifted the emphasis from investing to retirement. Thanks to this shift, more people are saving for retirement.
The downside, however, leaves many without any real experience with investing. This is critical, for, when they retire, they leave the comfortable nest of the plan sponsor’s careful eye. They’ve spent their entire career living with the Swiss Army Knife equivalent of investing, only to be handed a box full of tools with their gold watch.
It's not as if pooled investing vehicles like mutual funds and ETFs don't offer benefits. "The reasons ETFs and mutual funds are so popular are ease of use, ability to diversify for small accounts and a combination of costs or technical skills," says Benjamin C. Halliburton, Chief Investment Officer at Tradition Asset Management in Summit New Jersey. "Investing in individual stocks requires a research team or hiring a research team through a separately managed account by an asset management-oriented RIA."
Face it, too many have lost the art (and perhaps the interest) in sifting through individual stocks in hopes of finding the golden nugget. Can you blame them?
Everywhere you turn, from the media to marketing, you’re confronted with the commandment “Thou Shall Diversify.” Aristotle suggested to take everything in moderation. Should this apply to diversification, too?
Rothfeld sees this as a result of “market conditioning. We have all been told to diversify our holdings to help reduce risk over time and it’s easy to think that mutual funds will do the trick. While there may be some truth to this, there are far better options to hold in your portfolio than mutual funds.”
The world once revolved around individual securities. There was a reason for that. Though the interest in stocks and bonds may appear to have waned, those reasons remain just as valid today as they did a generation ago.
It’s all about personal discretion. It’s like the difference between riding public transportation versus calling an Uber. If you want cheap (and inconvenient), take the public transportation. If you want satisfaction of personalized service that gets you where you want to be when you want to be there, call an Uber.
If mutual funds are like the city bus, personalized portfolios of individual stocks and bonds are like chauffeured limousines. “Individual stocks and bonds are probably a better alternative than mutual funds, overall,” says Claudia Gonzalez, an Investment Advisor at Kovar Capital in Lufkin, Texas. “Depending on the investor’s risk and financial goals, an adviser can select the individual stocks and bonds which suit the investor.”
It’s OK to take the bus. You may find the ride relaxing.
But sometimes the bus won’t get you where you need to go.
Sometimes, you need to hail a cab.
When it comes to choosing individual stocks and bonds rather than mutual funds and ETFs, here are five specific reasons to consider:
#1: You wish to manage portfolio risk more precisely.
You have your own specific needs and concerns. These can translate into practical strategies for your investment portfolio. But you may find yourself handcuffed to your mutual fund. It’s designed for the masses, not for the one. What you need to do is to target your risk. Mutual funds don’t do that for you.
“With an individualized approach, you have a better ability to properly diversify your portfolio,” says Benjamin Beck, Managing Partner and Chief Investment Officer at Beck Bode, LLC in Dedham, Massachusetts. “Most funds have more securities (often many more) than is needed to diversify properly. This overdiversification ends up diluting future returns.”
With individual securities, you can map a specific stock or bond to a specific risk. As both your situation and the economic environment changes, you can flip a switch and turn the assignment on and off at will.
“Buying individual stocks or bonds gives investors greater flexibility in controlling the timing of their investments,” says Matt Ahrens, Chief Investment Officer at Integrity Advisory, LLC in Overland Park, Kansas. “Maybe you think the market is high, so you’ll have dividends pay to cash for a while to build up dry powder. Mutual funds and ETFs hate cash, because they’re a drag on performance. Investors do need to understand the importance of risk management when buying individual securities.”
Oddly, it’s the fixed income asset class that presents the most unexpected risk. “A lot of investors who place their money with bond mutual funds are unaware of the relationship between rising interest rates and declining bond values,” says Jeff Mount, President at Real Intelligence LLC in Fairfield, Connecticut.
When rates go up, bond prices (and mutual fund bond funds) go down, revealing the risk to your principal. “Individual bonds are an entirely different animal,” says Ahrens. “When in a rising interest rate environment, individual bonds offer some protection because you knew you would get your money back at maturity as long as the company hadn’t gone under.”
Individual stocks and bonds can address your financial risk with a precision lacking in mutual funds.
#2: You want to manage your tax liability.
Likewise, mutual funds come up short when it comes to managing tax liability. “In general, for tailoring tax considerations, one disadvantage of mutual funds is that investors receiving dividends and realized capital gains will pay taxes on those transactions,” says Robert Johnson, Professor of Finance at Creighton University’s Heider College of Business in Omaha. “You may want to utilize individual stocks and bonds to tailor one’s portfolio to your tax circumstances.”
While this need may not arise in tax deferred investment vehicles like 401(k) plans and IRAs, you will likely also have taxable investments. This is where individual holdings can offer you monetary benefits. “Individual stocks are more tax efficient than mutual funds and should be utilized in taxable portfolios when the investor has enough assets,” says Halliburton. “Individual stock portfolios do not pick up embedded gains. You can tax loss harvest on an individual security basis. In addition, donations of highly appreciated individual stocks can help you avoid capital gains when given to a charity, donor advised funds or a charitable trust.”
If you find yourself in a situation that requires tax efficiency, you may want to reduce your exposure to mutual funds.
#3: You desire a more reliable income stream.
Here again bond funds fail to live up to the promise of “fixed income.” Not only do you experience a potential loss of your principal, but you cannot rely on the fund’s dividend rate to remain constant. This is because a bond fund is a portfolio of bonds, not an individual bond. In that way, a bond fund behaves more like a dividend paying stock.
In which case, why not go for the real thing?
“I like using individual securities when buying high quality, low volatile stocks,” says Ahrens. “Investors who can live off dividends from their investments can build a highly diversified portfolio using individual stocks like Coca-Cola, JNJ, Microsoft, etc. If you focus on the dividend kings then your dividend distributions can help keep up with inflation as the companies increase their distributions.”
This need for income reliability, or at very least a way to continually fund a cash cushion, becomes more important as you approach the end of your working career. “If an investor is nearing retirement, the investor can select individual stocks that provide a consistent dividend payout, also known as blue-chip stocks,” says Gonzalez. “Even with the market fluctuation, these companies still provide a stream of income with their dividend payouts.”
A steady and reliable income will help make your retirement more comfortable. It’s easier to achieve this with individual stocks and bonds rather than mutual funds.
#4: You have an activist proclivity.
Here’s something you might not immediately think of. You want to change the world. Well, it’s difficult to do that if you don’t have a seat at the table.
“One major advantage to owning individual shares is that it permits you to participate in board meetings and to vote your shares at annual meetings,” says Steven Jon Kaplan, CEO at True Contrarian Investments LLC in Kearny, New Jersey. “This would be more important for activist investors or those who like to directly participate in shareholder events.”
With all the current interest in ESG (and the attendant controversy surrounding the definition of the term when it comes to so-called “ESG” funds), you might be better off owning the individual stocks that matter most to you. In fact, you can buy a whole slew of related companies. Or you can avoid a whole slew of related companies.
Halliburton sees assembling a portfolio of stocks as a chance for “customization for ESG and also for concentrated positions. Tailored ESG solutions can directly reflect an investors mandate. You can also create complimentary portfolios that build true diversification around a low-cost concentrated position. For instance, a Healthcare executive can have a complimentary portfolio that invests in everything but Healthcare.”
You don’t have to avoid companies merely for the purpose of reducing your vulnerability to the industry you’re employed in. You might simply choose to avoid them because you don’t like that industry.
“If you don’t want to own tobacco companies, you won’t,” says Beck. “With a mutual fund approach, you have no control over the underlying holdings of the mutual fund. You may end up holding a tobacco company even though you are firmly against it.”
#5: It’s your way to play “Tycoon,” if only on a small scale.
Stock portfolios are more transparent than mutual funds or ETFs. “Investors can see exactly what is in their portfolio on their personal account statement,” says Halliburton. And with this transparency, you get to move the pieces on the chess board of your own personal business empire.
Unlike mutual funds, publicly traded companies denote businesses that generate organic profits through the goods and services they sell. They are your businesses. Literally, you are an owner. As Halliburton says, “Individual stocks represent ownership in real business that produce products and services, are driven by R&D and patents, are enhanced by brands and management teams. These real businesses drive the growth in the intrinsic value which over time is represented in the stock price.”
With stocks, it’s a though you’re the boss. Company management and all the employees work for you. And if you don’t like the job they do, you can fire them by selling the stock.
There’s a certain satisfaction in that. Forget the bus. Forget the chauffer. Drive your own car.
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Mon River Trail South
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Mon River Trail South Facts
States: West Virginia
Counties: Marion, Monongalia
Length: 17.7 miles
Trail end points: Caperton Trail at Morgantown city limits and MCTrail at Prickett's Fort State Park
Trail surfaces: Crushed Stone
Trail category: Rail-Trail
Trail activities: Bike, Wheelchair Accessible, Walking, Cross Country Skiing
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Morgantown is known as the home of West Virginia University, the inspiration for a Joni Mitchell song and the birthplace of Don Knotts. But it’s also known for its extensive rail-trail system along the Monongahela River—one of a few American rivers that flows north—and its tributaries.
One of the trail system's longest components, the Mon River Trail South begins where the paved Caperton Trail becomes crushed stone at the southern edge of Morgantown. From there, it meanders for nearly 18 miles along a former CSX rail line to Prickett’s Fort State Park. The trail lazily winds through a wooded river valley with many scenic river views, occasional waterfalls and a variety of wildflowers in the spring and autumn.
At the Mon River Trail South’s southern end at Prickett’s Fort State Park, pick up the Marion County Trail (MCTrail) to reach Fairmont.
Trail users can also take the Caperton Trail north to reach the Mon River Trail North, which continues six miles along the river to the Pennsylvania state line and a future connection with the Sheepskin Rail-Trail on the other side of the border.
Another rail-trail connecting in Morgantown is the Deckers Creek Trail, which climbs out of the valley and heads 19 miles southeast to Reedsville along Class VI rapids.
Park at the Uffington boat dock, off of County Route 73, where Interstate 79 crosses the river. Parking is also available at the southern end at Prickett's Fort State Park.
Mon River Trails Conservancy
Trail of the Month February 2015
Mon River Trail South Reviews
Mon River Trail South - Morgantown to Fort Pritchard - 12.5
November, 2019 by pettestaats
Beautiful ride along the quiet river. Fort is a good place for a snack/lunch before heading back into Morgantown.
Nice trail with easy access
August, 2015 by dwyant34
We parked at Prickett's Fort State Park. Parking was plentiful and well marked. We stopped in the Visitor Center first. The folks there were very helpful--they provided maps and suggestions for other trails to check out.
Overall, the trail was in good condition. It was mostly flat, and the surface was crushed gravel. In spots, the trail got fairly narrow.
We rode to MP 21 and turned around. We saw a couple other cyclists and one deer. There were only two places to stop for photography.
The trail closely followed the river and was mostly shady. It was a nice trail, though not particularly scenic, given all the trees.
More Next Time
July, 2015 by ajw
After riding the Caperton and a good chunck of the Decker Creek, we only were able to do about 5mi of the South Mon. But it was well maintained, stone dust, mostly shaded. We'll do more next trip.
nice trail
May, 2015 by Brenda62749
We rode all the trails around Morgantown WV. We started this trail at mile 10 and road to Pricketts Fort and then continued on to do the MC Trail and rode back to our hotel for a total of 45.3 miles. The trail is awesome and the scenery is awesome .
July, 2014 by terrycheek
This is a really nice trail with a beautiful view of the river. I saw a lot of wildlife along the way. It has a lot of shade and benches along the way. It took me a little over two hours to ride.
Mon River Rail Trail South to Fairmont
June, 2013 by jaylor
Well maintained, easy ride for moderate bikers, the Mon Trail ends and McTrail begins at the Ft. Prickett State Park. The McTrail is 2.5 miles through a great tunnel. The ride on the MonTrail starting from Waterfront is 19 miles, shaded, wildlife, along the river. The only concessions are at the trail heads. The Mountain State Brewing Company at MonTrail Waterfront has great pizza and beverages. One way it is about a 2.5 hour ride, plenty of parking.
Pleasant scenery along the river
October, 2010 by TedB
Just a 2010 update with not much to add other than to concur with previous comments. The trail parallels the river almost the whole way with lots of nice scenery. It is paved to the city limits; nice, cinder path for the balance. We hadn’t checked into our downtown hotel yet, so we stopped at the parking area just south of downtown. The specific parking area for the trail only had about 8 spots, but it sits adjacent to a relatively new commercial/retail/hotel development with plenty of parking and services. We turned around at milepost 24. There is a parking area noted on the map there, but it wasn’t noticeable to us.
Very Interesting Trail
September, 2008 by IronLenny
Day three of our multiday adventure riding a rail trail that starts out of the Hazel ruby McQuain Riverfront Park in Morgantown (Mon North, Decker Creek and Mon South) we headed south starting at MP 10. The Wharf area has got a lot of potential and several businesses have recently located right along the trail. We had a wonderful dinner outside at Oliverio's Ristorante last night. Today we stocked up on subs from Subway as I was advised that there are no convenience stores or places to resupply, even water, along the route. It was getting hoptter as the week progressed. We saw several interesting birds and other wildlife along the Monongahela river which the trail runs alongside. The trail is paved for a short distance (approx. .5 mile) then crushed limestone. It was excellent for cycling. We had planned to ride to the end at MP 29 but after three straight days of riding my wife was beginning to feel the effects so we turned at MP 25 and figure we'll cathch the last four miles from the other direction tomorrow when we cycle from Pickett's Fort State Park when we also cycle the MC Trail. Will have to pass on the West Fork River Trail as I read and had confirmed that the trail was washed out due to the heavy rains from this Spring. The days totals were 30 miles of cycling with 5 hrs of riding time.
Nice Saturday Morning Walk
May, 2008 by SHowell
I walked the southernmost 2 miles of the trail starting at the MCTrail parking lot at Prickett's Fort. I wished it were paved (rocks in my shoes from hiking), but it is a very flat surface with almost no elevation change at all. The Monongahela River is very beautiful and was enjoyable to walk along. Even though there are a few little towns along the path, it was so peaceful! I saw a lot of birds that I haven't seen in a very long time. All of the flowering trees were in bloom and it was so pretty. I walked for about 3 hours late on a Saturday morning and I only ran into a few people. Very nice for me, because I don't like a crowded path. I can't wait to bring my bike and ride the entire trail system!
GREAT VIEWS AND SURFACE
June, 2006 by rick.banks.184
"FOR THOSE OF US WHOSE HOME TRAIL IS SHARED BY HORSES, THE SURFACE OF THIS TRAIL IS MUCH APPRECIATED. NO HORSES ALLOWED HERE. BEAUTIFUL SCENERY. NOTE: NO TOILETS OR SOURCE OF WATER BETWEEN PRICKETT'S FORT AND MORGANTOWN.THE PAVED PORTION AROUND MORGANTOWN (CAPERTON TRAIL) IS VERY NICE WITH EASY ACCESS TO RESTAURANTS"
great ride
October, 2005 by breilly@pa.net
"This trail will not disappoint you. We had great weather and a fantastic ride. Morgantown is a great little city to eat in. check out maxwell's, and la casa. Stayed in the ""clarion morgan"" and it is a great little hotel in downtown on 1/4 mile from all trails is rosy mcquain park."
Super Trail
September, 2005 by wxman1862
"Flat beautiful and well groomed. Rode this on Sept 28, 2005. Started in Morgantown. This should be a great ride for the fall colours. Enjoy"
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Cheat Lake Trail
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The Cheat Lake Trail is the result of a generous donation of land by Allegheny Energy (now FirstEnergy) near its Lake Lynn Power Station on scenic...
Sheepskin Rail-Trail
The Sheepskin Rail-Trail is a developing pathway located in rural Fayette County, Pennsylvania. As of 2018, the trail is open in three disconnected...
Marion County Trail (MCTrail)
The Marion County Trail—better known as the MCTrail—runs for nearly 3 miles along Pricketts Creek through rural Marion County. The trail's main...
West Fork River Trail
West Virginia's West Fork River Trail provides a snapshot of some of the most beautiful scenery in this region. The trail's path was once used by the...
Browns Run Trail
One mile of the proposed 4-mile Browns Run Trail is currently open near Masontown in German Township, Fayette County. The trail follows the former...
Joel McCann Memorial Trail
The Joel McCann Memorial Trail is part of what will one day be a 16-mile rail-trail from Barrackville to Mannington following the former Baltimore &...
The Rotary Walk provides a pleasant stroll or roll through southern Pennsylvania's Uniontown. The crushed-stone pathway begins near the town's Five...
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The Greene River Trail provides an up close tour of riverside communities whose histories are steeped in the coal industry. You can see remnants of...
Harrison North Rail Trail
The Harrison North Rail Trail follows the West Fork River from North View in Clarksburg north, ending at a dead-end just south of the communities of...
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Canada Issues Travel Advisory For Hong Kong
Trevor Kucheran August 8, 2019
Canada has issued a Travel Advisory for Hong Kong. The warning issued by the Government of Canada states that all travelers should exercise a “high degree of caution due to ongoing large-scale demonstrations.”
The advisory issued August 8th stated “Since June 9, 2019, several large-scale political demonstrations have taken place on Hong Kong Island, in Kowloon and in various suburbs in the New Territories.” The offical website warns of the risk of violence that can occur when demonstrations take place.
"Acts of violence occur, especially at night. Some have resulted in serious injuries. Clashes between security forces and demonstrators have taken place. Local authorities have used tear gas and other crowd control measures. Police have often reacted more swiftly and severely to unauthorized protests. There have also been random attacks on demonstrators by their opponents.
People have been filling the streets of Hong Kong, furious over the proposed extradition laws that could see suspects sent to mainland China, where protesters say they could face torture and unfair politicized trials.
The new legislation was suspended but protests have continued as Hong Kong residents push for broader democratic reforms in the former British colony. Protestors are also asking for the resignation of Chief Executive Carrie Lam and investigations into alleged police abuse of force.
More than 1 million marched in protest against controversial extradition bill (Photo: Joseph Chan - @lokklokkk Instagram)
The warning comes one day after the United States and Australia made similar updates to their travel alerts. Ireland, Britain and Japan having also issued Hong Kong travel advisories to their citizens.
Canada's advisory states that protests could have a direct impact on tourists in the area. “Although many protest sites are made public in advance, authorized and unauthorized demonstrations can take place with little or no notice. They can quickly spread to surrounding areas, including those frequented by tourists.
“Expect road closures and disruptions to traffic and transportation in affected areas.” warns the Canadian Government.
“During recent protests, bus routes, MTR stations, the Airport Express and the Hong Kong-Macao Ferry Terminal have temporarily suspended operations without warning. Businesses may also close suddenly.”
(Photo: Joseph Chan - @lokklokkk Instagram)
The travel advisory recommends travelers to “Monitor local media for information and advice on upcoming demonstrations” and to “Avoid areas where demonstrations and large gatherings are taking place”. For safety follow the instructions of local authorities.
For the full Travel Advisory in place for Hong Kong, see the Government of Canada website.
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SKATERS formed in late 2011 after Singer Michael Cummings and Noah Rubin (The Dead Trees, Adam Green, Little Joy) spent a year trading demos back and forth from Los Angeles to London with Guitarist Joshua Hubbard (The Paddingtons, Dirty Pretty Things). The three met in the middle to record an EP in a Manhattan loft, and never left the city. The result is a smart, dynamic punk record drawing inspiration from obscure genres and cultures. And, a live band featuring a rotating cast of young energetic musicians and veterans of the Boston and NYC music scenes.
Experimental Noise
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Folate intake, alcohol and risk of breast cancer among postmenopausal women in Denmark.
Eur J Clin Nutr 2006; 60(2):280-6EJ
There is consistent evidence that alcohol increases the risk of breast cancer. It has been suggested that the increased risk associated with alcohol intake may be reduced by adequate intake of folate. Since many women consume alcohol, detection of a risk-reducing mechanism would have major public health implications.
We therefore evaluated the possible interaction between alcohol and folate in a paired nested case-control study among postmenopausal women.
A total of 24 697 postmenopausal women were included in the 'Diet, Cancer and Health' follow-up study between December 1993 and May 1997. The cohort was followed until December 2000. The study included 388 cases of breast cancer and 388 randomly selected controls were used to estimate the breast cancer incidence rate ratio (IRR) in conditional logistic regression analysis.
A previously established association between alcohol intake and risk of breast cancer was present mainly among women with low folate intake. An IRR of 1.19 (95% CI: 0.99-1.42) per 10 g average daily alcohol intake was found for women with a daily folate intake below 300 mug, while among women with a folate intake higher than 350 mug, we could not show an association between the alcohol intake and the breast cancer incidence rate (e.g. folate intake >400 mug; IRR of 1.01 (95% CI: 0.85-1.20)).
The findings support the evidence that adequate folate intake may attenuate the risk of breast cancer associated with high alcohol intake.
The Danish Cancer Society.
Tjønneland A
Institute of Cancer Epidemiology, The Danish Cancer Society, Copenhagen, Denmark. annet@cancer.dk
Christensen J
Olsen A
Stripp C
Nissen SB
Overvad K
Thomsen BL
Alcohol DrinkingBreast NeoplasmsCase-Control StudiesCohort StudiesDenmarkDose-Response Relationship, DrugFemaleFolic AcidFollow-Up StudiesHumansIncidenceLogistic ModelsMiddle AgedPostmenopauseProspective StudiesRegistriesRisk FactorsVitamin B Complex
Tjønneland, A, et al. "Folate Intake, Alcohol and Risk of Breast Cancer Among Postmenopausal Women in Denmark." European Journal of Clinical Nutrition, vol. 60, no. 2, 2006, pp. 280-6.
Tjønneland A, Christensen J, Olsen A, et al. Folate intake, alcohol and risk of breast cancer among postmenopausal women in Denmark. Eur J Clin Nutr. 2006;60(2):280-6.
Tjønneland, A., Christensen, J., Olsen, A., Stripp, C., Nissen, S. B., Overvad, K., & Thomsen, B. L. (2006). Folate intake, alcohol and risk of breast cancer among postmenopausal women in Denmark. European Journal of Clinical Nutrition, 60(2), pp. 280-6.
Tjønneland A, et al. Folate Intake, Alcohol and Risk of Breast Cancer Among Postmenopausal Women in Denmark. Eur J Clin Nutr. 2006;60(2):280-6. PubMed PMID: 16234832.
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12 Unilever ads that smash stereotypes
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It’s been three years since we announced our pledge to unstereotype our advertising. Since then we’ve been working on doing so across every brand and in every one of our markets.
We believe that reflecting a progressive and inclusive world can contribute to positive cultural change as well as deliver bottom-line results. The latest data from data and insights company Kantar tells us that unstereotypical advertising creates 37% more branded impact, 28% uplift in purchase intent and increases enjoyment of ads by 35%.
That’s why we’ve been working with creatives to ensure our campaigns defy outdated and harmful cultural norms and instead are underpinned by inclusive, diverse and progressive portrayals of people to inspire, support and empower the audiences we reach.
Scroll through the case studies below to find out how our brands are bringing our unstereotype promise to life.
Dove: Project #ShowUs
Cif: Hello Beautiful
Brooke Bond: Common ground is just a cup away
TRESemmé: Power your Presence
Magnum: Never Stop Playing
Closeup: Free to Love
Dove Men + Care’s paternity pledge
Lux: Inspiring women
Calvé’s new hero
Skip’s evolution
Sunlight: Life over Chores
Hamam: Go Safe Outside
In March, Dove – in partnership with Getty Images and the Girlgaze network – launched Project #ShowUs, the world’s largest image library created and curated by women to shatter beauty stereotypes. The collection features more than 5,000 photos of women and non-binary individuals, all of whom have defined how they want to be seen on their own terms.
The collection is available for all media and advertisers to use, to change the way women are represented. Already more than 12,000 images have been downloaded by over 1,300 companies across a wide variety of industries in 46 countries around the world. And 10% of the fee from every image licensed goes towards supporting female-identifying photographers and growing the collection.
Watch the film for Project #ShowUs here
In countries all over the world, a woman with an apron on, cloth in hand, labouring over household cleaning is one of the most pervasive communications stereotypes. Cif shifted the focus from the gendered world of cleaning to the inclusive world of pleasure.
The brand’s ‘Hello Beautiful’ campaign is based on the gender-neutral insight that beauty brings joy into everyone’s life, and it uses humour to challenge what ‘beauty’ really means. Cif’s departure from depicting cleaning as ‘women’s work’ has transformed a low-interest category into an engaging celebration of beauty: a celebration that’s relevant to all.
The campaign is currently live in 19 markets (and counting), and markets running the campaign have seen sales increase.
Watch an ad from the campaign here
Brooke Bond won the 2016 Cannes Lions Grand Prix award for a campaign featuring a transgender pop group. Since then it has continued to champion acceptance and social inclusion of all with campaigns that take on topics as diverse as dwarfism, mental health, homosexuality, outdated traditions and religion.
The idea underpinning every ad is that common ground is only a cup away, and that connecting over tea can bring people together to start overcoming judgments and outdated prejudices. Markets that have adopted this unstereotypical approach grew significantly faster last year than those not yet on board.
Watch a film about Brooke Bond’s campaign
TRESemmé’s research found that 92% of women doubt themselves when they are overlooked or not listened to. That’s why the brand spent two years working with global NGO The International Centre for Research on Women to create the Presence MasterClass – a seven-part series designed to help women gain the confidence they need to achieve their professional goals.
The aim is to allow women to discover more about themselves, clarify their professional ambitions and equip them with the tools not only to look their best but also to speak, act and engage in life with a true sense of presence.
The MasterClass is currently live in the UK, offering free online classes. It also hosted a three-day live event in May.
Find out more about Power your Presence
Magnum’s latest campaign is inspiring people of all generations to chase the things that bring them pleasure.
For the Never Stop Playing campaign, the brand features 97-year-old style icon Iris Apfel, inspiring the younger generation to chase their true pleasure, without any rules.
The campaign reached 500 million impressions in its first week, with an extremely positive response, and has featured in more than 1,000 publications across 15 countries.
Watch a film about Never Stop Playing
Closeup, which has stood for closeness for more than 50 years, has recently launched its purpose – a pledge to support love in all its forms.
The move follows the brand’s recent report which found that while eight in ten young people believe in being free to love someone regardless of their background, only 56% feel they have that freedom, due to societal barriers.
The Closeup #FreeToLove campaign addressed the issue with a series of moving ‘Lost Loves’ stories. These films feature true stories of former couples torn apart by self-doubt, family pressures, religious differences, class divides and judgment.
Watch one of the Lost Loves films
Dove Men+Care is championing paternity leave globally, by celebrating and appreciating men in their role as involved caregivers.
The brand is also encouraging men to take – and enjoy – their paternity leave. Dove Men+Care, together with gender justice organisation Promundo, has published research exploring the barriers that prevent men from taking paternity leave.
It also launched its Pledge for Paternity Leave campaign in the US with Alexis Ohanian, the co-founder of Reddit and husband of tennis star Serena Williams. Together they made available a $1 million fund to support new or expectant dads whose circumstances meant they couldn’t otherwise take paternity leave.
Find out more about the Pledge
Lux recently launched its new brand purpose: inspiring women to defy judgments and to dare to express their femininity unapologetically.
This purpose is based on the insight that the more effort women put into looking beautiful, the more they tend to be judged.
As well as building this idea into communications across key markets – including China, India, South Africa and the Middle East – Lux has also established content partnerships with TV companies E! Entertainment and Vice. At this year’s Oscars, Lux and E! shared live content from the Red Carpet that celebrated women who defied judgments to showcase their femininity at the event.
There will be more to come on the brand’s purpose later this year.
Watch Lux’s Oscars style report
Calvé peanut butter’s purpose is ‘Fuel for kids with big dreams’ – but until last year, every ad campaign from the brand had featured boys as the lead heroes. In the spirit of Unstereotype, the brand made a simple casting change and featured a female hero for the first time.
The unstereotyping message is further strengthened by setting the scene at a football match, where the coach unintentionally speaks to his team using gender-biased words.
The girl in the ad, who calls out his error, turns out to be a young Lieke Martens, who was voted FIFA’s World’s Best Player of the year after winning the Women’s Euro 2017 cup with the Dutch national team.
The campaign was a hit, sparking sales growth while celebrating a positive role model for girls.
Watch Lieke’s ad for Calvé
Skip relaunched its powder detergent in July, with a new ultra-concentrated formula. It not only offers superior care for clothes, it’s more sustainable too, using less packaging and biodegradable actives.
To mark the launch, the brand came up with an ad campaign based on the idea that clothes have evolved, Skip has evolved and so must society.
It celebrates the idea that clothes are not just something to put on. They convey what you feel, who you are and what you stand for. The ads smash stereotypes and feature a diverse range of body types, gender identities and ages.
Watch a Skip Evolution ad here
UN statistics suggest nearly 70% of women believe household chores pull them back from achieving their dreams, highlighting the simplistic and limiting role our society imposes on women as being first and foremost home-makers.
In Vietnam, women spend on average ten years of their life on unpaid chores, and hand-dishwashing, as one of the most repetitive, unrewarding and monotonous of them, represents the drudgery of being ‘trapped’ by these everyday tasks.
Sunlight’s ‘Life over Chores’ campaign set out to remind and inspire women that fulfilling their aspirations and passions is much more important. The campaign used influencers to spark a social debate and lively differences of opinion between modern and traditional mothers. Sunlight also collaborated with renowned psychologist Dr Pepper Schwartz to conduct workshops with women to discuss their aspirations for a more balanced life.
Watch a Life over Chores ad here
Indian soap brand Hamam took action to help keep women safe, with the launch of its #GoSafeOutside campaign last year.
The brand shared guides to self-defence moves on 10 million soap packs, and launched a series of online self-defence classes designed for women.
Hamam also made an impact with a nationwide TV ad which encouraged mothers to support their daughters to learn self-defence. The daughter in the ad enrols – and excels – in a martial arts class, challenging gender stereotypes by taking on her bullies and proving that she can stand up for herself.
Watch Hamam’s ad here
Science against stereotyping
Earlier this year, we worked with academics at University College London on an experiment which challenged our marketers to rethink the way their campaigns portray the people we serve.
More than 60 advertising and marketing professionals from Unilever and our key agency partners in London, New York and Rotterdam volunteered to provide a DNA sample which was used to examine their geographical origins.
Following their results, the volunteers took part in a behaviour-change workshop with UCL designed to create a deeper understanding of how and when stereotypes are learnt, the brain mechanisms that govern them and how we can unlearn stereotypical thought patterns to increase creative and inclusive thinking.
The Unstereotype Experiment showed a statistically significant 35% reduction in stereotypical thinking and a significant change in original thinking among those who took part.
“Becoming conscious of our blind spots”
“Taking people on a journey through their own DNA profile created a moment of reappraisal and, in many cases, that realisation of their ancestry proved to be a great surprise to them,” explains Associate Professor of Experimental Psychology Dr Lasana Harris.
“Coupled with training on how the brain forms stereotypes, we challenged their perception of themselves and, in turn, that of others.”
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Study: Opioid overprescription a problem for all doctors
Comparing Medicare records for opioid prescriptions to overall prescriptions for all drugs, researchers found the problem goes beyond "pill mill" prescribers.
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Aside from rogue doctors handing out prescriptions to anybody who asks, such as at "pill mill" practices, doctors must balance treating chronic pain conditions with the dangerous potential of overprescribing highly addictive opioid drugs such as oxycodone. Photo by Shutterstock
STANFORD, Calif., Dec. 14 (UPI) -- The overprescription of opioid painkillers is being driven by a large number of general practitioners, not by specialists or "pill mill" operations as many have suggested, researchers found in a new study.
The study, conducted at Stanford University, contradicts theories and efforts spanning several years to shut down corrupt clinics handing the drugs out to anybody who asks.
A previous 2011 study showed 1 percent of prescribers accounted for about one-third of opioid prescriptions nationally and the top 10 percent made up 80 percent of prescriptions, researchers said.
Efforts since at least that year have been made to reduce the number of prescriptions, such as a law passed in 2010 in Florida -- where millions of pills were being prescribed by doctors who operated pharmacies out of their offices, earning the nickname "pill mills." A study released in October found the law produced a 1.4 percent decrease in opioid prescriptions from 2010 to 2012, showing shutting them down had a modest effect at best.
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Stanford researchers said their study shows law enforcement efforts to go after the biggest prescribers are not enough to reduce overprescription, whether they have legitimate treatment goals in mind or not.
"Being a physician myself, I am acutely aware of the emotional angst that can occur when deciding whether to prescribe opioids to a patient who may have simultaneously developed a chronic-pain and substance-dependence problem," said Dr. Jonathan Chen, a professor at Stanford, in a press release. "The public health epidemic of opioid overuse is perhaps not surprising given the tenfold increase in volume over the past 20 years."
Researchers in the Stanford study, published in the Journal of the American Medical Association, analyzed data for all Schedule 2 opioids in 2013, such as hydrocodone and codeine, covering 381,575 prescribers and 56.5 million claims for prescriptions.
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They found the top ten percent of opioid prescribers accounted for 57 percent of opioid prescriptions, which resembles the Medicare pattern for all drugs of the top 10 percent accounting for 63 percent of prescriptions.
The most prescriptions came from family practitioners, internal medicine practitioners, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants.
"These findings indicate law enforcement efforts to shut down pill-mill prescribers are insufficient to address the widespread overprescribing of opioids," Chen said. "Efforts to curtail national opioid overprescribing must address a broad swath of prescribers to be effective."
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In High Demand: How to Teach English in Colombia
Students in Bucaramanga, Colombia. Rasmus Lerdorf via Flickr.com CC BY 2.0
Written by Caroline Cassard October 31, 2017
With a rich cultural history, unsurpassed biodiversity and a hot job market for English teachers, add this country to your work abroad list.
Caribbean beaches, luscious coffee regions, the Amazon, and modern bustling cities—Colombia has it all. While South America’s second-largest nation may have a less than desirable reputation (given its history of a 52-year civil war), times have changed and Colombia’s "English as a Foreign Language" (EFL) market is booming.
“If a native English speaker wants to teach in Colombia, it is incredibly easy to find work,” says Jack Dowling, who left Colorado to work in the country’s capital, Bogota. He’s already landed his second job. “There is a great market here, and the opportunity for private classes also exists.”
I found this to be true in 2016 when I began teaching in Medellín. Institutes are always hiring, and the demand for private lessons is high. With an active expat community and many nearby universities, it was also easy to connect with locals who were interested in tutoring.
Why teach English in Colombia?
Although Bogotá, Medellín and Cali are among the most popular cities for EFL teachers, there is demand across the country thanks to Colombia Very Well. Launched in 2015, the 10-year initiative aims to increase the number of high school graduates with an intermediate level of English by more than 2000 per cent. To achieve this, the Ministry of Education pays recruiters to fill teaching assistant positions with native speakers. Due to varying academic calendars—between public school programs, private language academies and bilingual institutes—it’s always hiring season.
A thriving job market isn’t the only reason to teach in Colombia; it’s also a fun and social place to work.
But a thriving job market isn’t the only reason to teach in Colombia; it’s also a fun and social place to work.
“There’s a thinner line between student and teacher [in Colombia] than in the States,” says American Andrew Macia, who has been teaching since 2011 and created Medellin Buzz, a website that bridges the gap between EFL students and native speakers. “We would go out for a beer with the students after class. It’s a great aspect socially.”
If you tackle your job search on the ground, you can readily find a job any time of the year in a language institute, some of which won’t even require a visa.
However, if you’re looking for better hours, higher pay and a sponsored visa, then plan to apply to private and government schools at least three to six months before your desired start date. If you’re interested in a university position, then start contacting directors as early as a year in advance.
When contacting employers, email is less reliable; expect slow replies, often weeks late. However, many language schools have active Facebook pages where they list cellphone and Whatsapp numbers.
“Don’t shy away from contacting them by direct message,” advises Macia. “Whereas in other countries it’s frowned upon, that kind of persistence pays off here.”
Teachers from Canada and the U.S. can stay in-country as tourists for 90 days and later request to extend the visa for another 90 days. This means you can search for a job as a tourist and later secure a work visa.
However, be cautious of language institutes that require a visa but are unwilling to sponsor one. This means that they expect you to get sponsorship via another school, then to leave the first job and carry the visa to their school. This dishonesty can get messy. If you’re applying to jobs in advance, ask employers outright about their visa standards.
Most schools require a teaching certificate (CELTA, TEFL, or TESOL), and public primary and secondary schools will also require a university degree. Familiarize yourself with the type of position you may apply for so that you can plan financially.
• Full-time, contracted: Teachers receive a work visa, sponsored by the school. The school completes the paperwork, but the teacher (if already in-country) will have to make a trip to Bogotá to complete the legal process. Because the school has sponsored the visa, teachers agree to teach at one school and cannot work outside of the school. They receive payment through a Colombian bank account and receive a set schedule.
• Part-time employee: Teachers receive payment in cash according to their number of classroom hours; lesson planning and offsite work is unpaid. Some employers will follow the rules and require a visa, while others will not.
• Independent contractor: Teachers are paid an hourly rate for part-time services, with no benefits. Schedules often change, and a work visa is not required.
Where to find work: Recruiters & language schools
• Greenheart Travel is a recruiter that offers EFL teach-abroad programs in seven countries. Because the Colombian government pays recruiters like Greenheart Travel to hire native instructors, teachers are reimbursed for monetary deposits, and the government covers all visa costs.
Teachers who are matched with the Ministry of Education will co-teach alongside local Colombian English teachers in public high schools. SENA is Colombia’s government agency that provides free education and technical development to university-aged students. Instructors matched with SENA will teach English and life skills to help build a bilingual working class. Applicants have to pass interviews with representatives from both Greenheart and the Ministry of Education. Teachers are not able to select their specific placement location, but accommodations are completely covered by the program.
• Colombo Americano is perhaps the most recognized English language school in Colombia. Founded by American and Colombian educators, the non-profit institute offers cultural and academic programs in every major city. It holds a reputation for the high demands it places on both teachers and students.
The Colombo also offers exceptional benefits. In addition to sponsoring visas, airfare is covered for foreign teachers, and the institute also provides a living stipend and a competitive hourly rate at 22,000 pesos an hour. While teachers cover visa costs upfront, Colombo Americano will reimburse this upon signing the 11-month contract (which usually runs from mid-January to mid-December).
If you take a job with the Colombo, be prepared for a full schedule. The Colombo requires native English teachers to complete 35 in-class hours a week; outside planning and grading is not included.
• Universidad EAFIT is a teaching and research university based in Medellin, with additional campuses in Bogotá and Pereira. Widely recognized for language studies, they offer courses in eight languages. At EAFIT, it is best to apply in January for a position that would begin the following academic year. Note: Even for native English speakers, EAFIT requires a proficiency certificate in TOEFL, IELTS, or TOEIC if hired. However, this is not required to apply.
• With locations in more than 70 countries, and in six cities in Colombia, Berlitz allows teachers to transfer from one center to another with 6-month or 12-month contracts. The language center holds a good reputation in the EFL industry.
Jack Dowling worked at Berlitz Bogotá for five months in 2016. He says that although Berlitz offers the security of a job aligned before arrival, teachers are only hired part-time and are not permitted to teach at other schools. In addition, the class schedule can be erratic from one day to the next. “It was impossible to have a life outside of work,” he says.
However, if you’re totally new to teaching, Berlitz does hire first-timers. “It does look good on a resume,” says Dowling, who has since started teaching elsewhere. “If you get hired at Berlitz and work there for a year, you will be able to find a job afterwards,” says Dowling.
Where to find work: Bilingual international schools
Private international primary and secondary schools allow EFL teachers who carry university degrees to teach subjects outside of English language. Many schools send representatives to job fairs in Canada and the States, so you’ll want to check their websites for a job fair calendar.
While many require two years of prior teaching experience, these schools can have fast turnover rates for foreign hires; new teachers shouldn’t shy away from applying.
• Colegio Gran Bretaña
• Colegio Nueva Granada
• The Victoria School
• The Columbus School
• Marymount School Medellin
• Colegio Canadiense
• Colegio Panamericano, Bucaramanga
• Colegio Anglo Colombiano, Cali
• Colegio Bolivar, Cali
• The George Washington School, Cartagena
• Colegio Granadino, Manzales
Colombia may boast a low cost of living, but the country ranks poorly in pay rates across all industries. Education is no different. Hourly wages can drop below 18,000 pesos, even for certified native English teachers with a university degree. Teachers tend to work many hours, and often teach on Saturdays. The work-life balance is determined by the school’s schedule and types of hires, so ask questions about what an average workday will look like.
But don’t let this deter you. The trade-off is affordability and ease of travel. (Did I mention that Colombia ranks third in the world for the most public holidays?) Rent rates, taxi fares, and prices at tourist sites are negotiable. So while you’re more likely to break even rather than boost your savings account, you can earn enough to live comfortably and explore.
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'Ireland is behind the times': Should cannabis be legalised for medical use?
This week, Bríd Smith tabled a Bill calling for the use of cannabis to be permitted for sufferers of illnesses such as Multiple Sclerosis and cancer.
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“IRELAND IS BEHIND the times,” said the People Before Profits/Anti Austerity Alliance TD Gino Kenny when speaking about his Bill to legalise cannabis for medicinal use.
This week, Bríd Smith tabled the Bill on behalf of her colleague in the Dáil, calling for the use of cannabis to be permitted for sufferers of illnesses such as Multiple Sclerosis and cancer.
It calls for the establishment of a Cannabis Regulation Authority and for distributors to be licensed.
This isn’t the first time a TD has called for cannabis use to be regulated.
MEP Luke Ming Flanagan tabled a motion in 2013 when he was a TD for Roscommon.
However, the makeup of the Dáil was a lot different back then and it was defeated by 111 votes to eight. Several TDs who are opposed to legalising the drug, including the Minister for Health at the time, James Reilly, referred to it as a ‘gateway’ drug to more harmful substances.
“That is a bogus argument,” said Kenny, who also pointed out that permitting cannabis for medical use and legalising it across the board are two separate debates.
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“Someone in pain would do anything to take away that pain. We should not criminalise those that use it for that purpose. I think there is a huge groundswell of support with the public to allow cannabis to be used for medicinal purpose, for people with serious illnesses, like MS and cancer,” he said.
Speaking in the Dáil this week, Smith spoke about cannabis oil being used by people with Dravet syndrome, a severe form of epilepsy generally found in children.
“Really what we are trying to do is to facilitate the use of cannabis and cannabis-related products for medicinal purposes. These would be the ones that are already experimented on and would clearly have to be subscribed by a medical practitioner, particularly by a consultant.”
She told TheJournal.ie: “I know from living in Ballyfermot that many MS sufferers already obtain cannabis oil to give them relief. This isn’t anything shockingly new.”
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In the era of ‘new politics’ and with many more independents in the chamber, both TDs think there might be a shot to get this through.
“With this Dáil, we might have a chance of getting it over the line,” said Kenny.
“I am getting good feedback from some TDs on it. It’s been very positive so far. I am hopeful we have a chance this time. It is allowed in a number of places around the world such as a number of the states in the US and there is more medical evidence for it now, than ever before,” said Smith.
“I would be confident enough that people will support the Bill, but I think it is great that we will get the opportunity to debate the issue before the end of the year,” said Kenny.
“People with these terrible illnesses, who are in such terrible pain should not be criminalised, it’s as simple as that,” he said.
So, how will other political parties react when the legislation is debated further during private members’ time. It’s unclear.
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Earlier this year, TheJournal.ie asked the political parties about their stance on cannabis, with some touching on the issue of it being used for medical reasons.
Where do Ireland’s political parties stand on decriminalising cannabis?
The previous Drugs Minister Aodhán Ó Ríordáin said last year that the government was keeping the matter “under review”.
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That position has not changed. A statement from Fine Gael reiterated that the party and the Department of Health are keeping developments in relation to cannabis-based medical products under review.
We are aware that cannabis for medicinal use has been legalised in some countries and that there have been several studies internationally on the therapeutic effects of cannabinoids for a number of medical issues.
In July 2014, the Misuse of Drugs Regulations were amended to allow for certain cannabis based medicinal products to be used in Ireland.
Subsequently the HPRA granted a marketing authorisation for a cannabis-based medicinal product which is indicated for the relief of certain symptoms for people with multiple sclerosis.
At the time of Flanagan’s Bill, Fianna Fáil told us it supported legalisation for medical purposes, but not in any other circumstances.
TheJournal.ie asked Fianna Fáil this week about whether they would support the AAA/PBP Bill.
Fianna Fáil Spokesperson on Health Billy Kelleher said:
I haven’t yet fully studied this Bill, but I understand it stems from the Deputy’s meetings with very specific interest groups.
The misuse of drugs regulations were amended two years ago to allow for certain cannabis based medicinal products to be used in Ireland. Following this, the Health Products Regulatory Authority granted a marketing authorisation for a cannabis based medicinal product which relieves certain symptoms for MS sufferers.
If this path was followed then we would have no difficulty with cannabis based medicines being prescribed to alleviate suffering.
Kelleher said he understands the Bill proposes a cannabis regulation authority.
“I’m uncertain if this is actually required as the Health Products Regulatory Authority is currently tasked with regulation of medicines for health purposes.”
Sinn Fein’s spokesperson on drug policy, Jonathan O’Brien, has gone on record as saying he favours decriminalisation for personal and medicinal use.
If AAA/PBP managed to woo the support of Fianna Fáil, Sinn Féin and some independents, who knows what might happen. However, if Fine Gael calls in Fianna Fáil support to shut it down, then that will be it.
On the other hand, could this cause another split in Cabinet? During the debate on Flanagan’s Bill, the current Minister of State for Trade and Skills John Halligan said: ”I am not against decriminalising cannabis.”
However, he did not go so far as saying he was in favour of it either, but said there should be a “mature debate” on the issue. He also hit back at Fine Gael, who criticised the Independent Alliance for supporting Flanagan’s Private Members Bill and allowing it to be debated.
Just last month, the Super Junior Minister for Disabilities, Finian McGrath told Hotpress magazine that he would lean towards the Portuguese model, where the possession of small amounts of narcotics has been decriminalised.
When asked specifically by the publication if he was advocating decriminalisation, he replied: “Yes. I would be in that zone.”
Whatever the outcome, Kenny said he is looking forward to debating this issue further.
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Explaining National Living Wage, National Minimum Wage 2019
Posted by Abigail Oprey on April 21, 2019
Confused about the National Living Wage and the National Minimum Wage?
You are not alone. Employers and workers alike find these terms confusing to say the least. This article explains difference between the National Living Wage rate and the National Minimum Wage rate and shows the new increased rates from 1st April 2019.
From 1st April 2019, all workers aged 25 and over are legally entitled to be paid at least £8.21 per hour. This is the National Living Wage (NLW).
What is the National Minimum Wage? (NMW)
The National Minimum wage (NMW) is what it says: the minimum pay per hour most workers are entitled to by law. Workers includes all employees and workers: part-time, flexible and agency workers and those working under apprenticeship schemes. There are different rates for each age group, from school leavers (16yrs) upwards. The government sets these rates and reviews them yearly. The rates change in October each year and are advised by the independent body Low Pay Commission. The increases in this years National Minimum wage rates were recommended by the Low Pay Commission.
All employers are legally obliged to pay the National Minimum Wage, irrespective of their size.
What is the National Living Wage? (NLW)
The short answer: The National Living wage is the highest band of the National Minimum Wage which staff should be paid if they are aged 25 or over.
In April 2016, The Government introduced The The National Living Wage for workers aged 25 and over. Launched in 2015 by George Osborne, The National Living Wage was part of the government’s aim to raise the wages of workers aged 25 and over to £9 per hour by 2020. Despite adopting the term “Living Wage”, The National Living wage has nothing to do with The Living Wage: The Living Wage is set by the Living Wage Foundation, see details below.
Basically, the Government’s National Living Wage was actually just a new minimum wage for workers aged 25+, but rebranded as The National Living Wage. This is extremely confusing given that The Living Wage already existed, still does, and is completely different, see below.
The first increase to The Government’s National Living Wage (NLW) for workers of 25yrs + came in April 2016. Yearly increases to the NLW (and the NMW across all age brackets) followed.
So in summary, on 1 April 2019:
The National Living Wage rate per hour (for 25+ yr olds) increases by 33p to £8.21 p.h
The National Minimum wage rates increase:
for 21-24 yr olds to £7.70
for 16-17 yr olds by £4.35.
Apprentice rates change according to age and time spent in Apprenticeship also, more details on these can be found here.
The National Living Wage will most likely increase in April 2020 as the government pushes ahead to its target National Living Wage of £9p.h by 2020. The National Minimum Wage increases each April and October.
There are penalties on employers for failure to pay the correct amount, these are outlined below. But first, lets consider the Living Wage.
So,what is the Living Wage?
VOLUNTARY LIVING WAGE
The Living Wage is a voluntary hourly rate, independently calculated each year by Living Wage Foundation to meet the real cost of living. Don’t confuse the Government’s National Living Wage with this voluntary Living Wage. The Living Wage is a benchmark and a recommendation of what it will take to improve living standards now, not in 2, 3 or 5 years time.
The Government’s National Living Wage (and National Minimum Wage of course) is enforcable by law. The Living Wage Foundation’s Living wage is voluntary. Oliver Bonas became the first high street retailer to pay staff the accredited living wage in September in 2015.
The current living wage is £8.75 per hour and £10.20 per hour in London.
There are over 3,900 accredited Living Wage employers across the UK. In order to become an accredited Living Wage Employer you need to pay all of your employees a living wage, and have a plan to extend this wage to regular on-site subcontracted staff as well.
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A few important points to remember about the National Living Wage and The National Minimum Wage.
National Living Wage, National Minimum Wage, penalties for non compliance:
Currently non payment is enforced by HMRC who can issue a notice of underpayment. This will calculate the arrears of pay to be paid and the penalty set at 100% of the total underpayment of the NMW, with a minimum penalty of £100 and a maximum penalty of £20,000. If an employer does not comply with the notice of underpayment, the enforcement officer can:
issue civil proceedings in the civil courts or in the employment tribunal to recover the sums that should have been paid. If, following the judgment, the debt remains unpaid, HMRC will take steps to enforce the debt.
prosecute the employer to seek a criminal conviction.
Employees concerned they are not being paid the NLW or NMW are advised to check with Acas then speak to their employer in the first instance and raise a grievance if necessary. They can report an employer to HMRC and take their employer to a tribunal (following early conciliation through Acas) if the situation remains unresolved.
Back in 2016 the government started to name and shame companies who fail to pay the National Minimum Wage.
A package of measures intended to improve compliance with the NMW and the NLW include:
Doubling the penalties for non-payment. From April 2016, penalties increased from 100% of arrears to 200% of arrears (halved if employers pay within 14 days). The maximum penalty of £20,000 per worker remains unchanged.
Increasing the budget for enforcement of the NMW and NLW in 2016.
a new HMRC team was created in 2016, dedicated to pursuing the most serious cases of employers deliberately not paying the NMW and NLW. They have powers including the imposition of penalties, referring cases for criminal prosecution and naming and shaming the worst-offending employers. HMRC’s current approach is to target the high-risk areas for non-payment of the NMW, which are currently the social care, hairdressing and retail sectors.
The introduction of a new penalty of disqualification from being a Company Director for up to 15 years for the non-payment of the NMW and the NLW.
The creation of a new position called the Director of Labour Market Enforcement and Exploitation, which will oversee enforcement of the NMW and NLW, the Employment Agency Standards Inspectorate and the Gangmasters Licensing Authority.
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Desalination: Poseidon still trying to plant its trident into Huntington Beach
Parimal M. Rohit October 10, 2019
State Water Board delays Oct. 25 public hearing on proposed saltwater conversion plant; a town hall is scheduled for Oct. 15.
HUNTINGTON BEACH—Southern California was hit with enough rain in 2019 for many experts and observers to declare an end to the region’s most recent drought – which could be bad news for Poseidon Water’s plans to build a desalination plant near land’s edge in Huntington Beach. It is hard to drum up a lot of noise for water security when we’re not in a drought. The current state of Southern California’s water security – or insecurity – certainly isn’t giving Poseidon any ammunition to make its case for a $1 billion desalination plant in Huntington Beach.
Southern California’s droughts, of course, are cyclical, so the day will come again when Poseidon will be able to play its water insecurity card. A lack of a drought today, just the same, isn’t going to derail Poseidon’s quest to build a desalination plant in Huntington Beach.
It’s been a while since The Log has covered Poseidon’s plans to build a massive desalination plant on the central Orange County coast. Here’s a quick refresher: a private water company is charging an Orange County public entity $1 billion to build a saltwater conversion plant in Huntington Beach, allowing the county to offer 50 million gallons of freshwater daily to nearly 500,000 people for the next 50 years. The freshwater would, of course, be available when nature offers the region a drought.
Our most recent drought being declared officially over, however, has definitely altered Poseidon’s momentum to bring its billion-dollar Huntington Beach plant online. It’s hard to have any urgency for a drought-immune saltwater-to-freshwater conversion plant when there isn’t a drought.
To rely upon this logic, just the same, to explain the most recent delays in Poseidon’s public permitting process would not be fair. There are certainly a variety of factors why California’s State Water Board has delayed an upcoming public hearing on Poseidon Water’s desalination plant proposal – and The Log knows not all of those factors.
Here we are, nonetheless: an Oct. 25 public hearing on Poseidon’s draft permit for the Huntington Beach desalination plant has been postponed. Ray Hiemstra, who is Orange County Coastkeeper’s associate director, confirmed with The Log the draft permit would likely be available by the end of November. A public hearing on the draft permit would be held Dec. 6, assuming nothing changes in the next eight to 10 weeks.
The Log reached out to the State Water Board’s designated representative on the Poseidon desalination project, hoping to gain more insight as to status of the project and what could be expected when the next public hearing is officially held. The Water Board’s designated representative for the Poseidon desalination proposal – Mark Smythe – confirmed the state agency is still working on a draft permit.
“We are developing the draft permit and supporting documents with Regional and State Board staff. Our goal is to have draft documents out before the end of the year for public comment,” Smythe told The Log in an email. “Our process will then include review and response to comments that may result in revisions to the draft permit and supporting documents as appropriate, and then the revised draft permit and supporting documents can go to the board to consider for adoption.”
Opponents of the proposed Poseidon desalination plant in Huntington Beach have posed several questions about the project: it’s too expensive; it’s the least reliable water supply alternative; and, the plant would cause extensive damage to the ocean environment.
Groups such as Orange County Coastkeeper and Surfrider Foundation have also contended cheaper and better water supply alternatives are available for Orange County to pursue.
UCLA’s Luskin Center for Innovation published a report in April, stating the proposed desalination plant would be harmful to low-income ratepayers.
Poseidon, meanwhile, contends its desalination operation – both the one already operational in San Diego County and the other proposed in Orange County – is one tool in the shed to be used in California’s fight against cyclical drought conditions. Gov. Gavin Newsom, for example, issued an executive order in April, directing his administration to “think differently” and “act boldly” in developing “a comprehensive strategy to build a climate-resilient water system.”
A press release issued by Poseidon two days after Newsom’s executive order stated the private water company fits squarely within the governor’s directive.
“Gavin Newsom delivered an executive order to develop a strategy for climate-resilient water system. We couldn’t agree more and the implementation of seawater desalination in California is a great first step,” Poseidon Vice President Scott Maloni said in the released statement. “Desalination has been adopted by [more than] 120 countries, with places like Israel and United Arab Emirates relying on it for the majority of their potable water.”
Either way, the fate of Poseidon’s Huntington Beach plant could well be decided on Dec. 6. There is still time, accordingly, to voice your opinion on the proposed plant.
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4 thoughts on “Desalination: Poseidon still trying to plant its trident into Huntington Beach”
Dale Williams
We may not be in a drought now but anyone who has lived in this state for 65 years as I have know another drought is predictable. Don’t be short sighted.
Tour Carisbad
Yes, drought inevitable. Yes, Poseidon is attempting to take advantage of the discounted power from AES as we were duped into exempting them from natural gas taxes during the Enron debacle. Every other entity in HB pays the tax … imagine how much revenue the city loses now … and how much it will sacrifice as power for this energy intensive process is fed to Poseidon without benefit (in water or tax revenue) to the municipality most impacted by infrastructure.
That incredible scenario is exemplary of the private-public partnerships where public always seems to be outmanuevered by appropriately profit seeking capitalists. No desire here to staunch capitalists – just concern that taxpayers always get the bill. That’s not hard earned profit … It’s arbitrage – leveraging taxpayers for risk free returns.
Ok, set those dynamics aside. Given the risk free nature of the project (Poseidon can, after all, simply go bankrupt if we refuse to rescue it from purchasing agreements that do not yield profitability) and the demands of a growing population that guarantees our water districts will maintain the output (reclamation could do the same thing but that’s a whole ‘nother issue) why would the additional expense and far lesser environmental impacts of a subsurface system like that proposed for south county desalination project be a non-starter for Poseidon? See points above and sense a much shorter-term perspective on this public-private “partnership” from the private side … I’m just an avid news reader with a memory. It was only 10 years ago that Moorlach and others put the kibosh on the contrived sale of toll roads on public lands from private investors to a non-profit entity … presumably because profits were not coming fast enough for the private investors. Will Moorlach and his kind be around to shut down similar maneuvers in the future? It will likely be necessary. A technologically feasible sub-sand surface water sourcing system will at least protect local HB beaches while the finance battles rage on.
Oh, yeah, what to do with the output from desalination? Reclamation has that solved with current waste stream output. Reclamation is – by demand and billing – scalable, in place, environmentally proven and completely publicly owned, operated and financed with zero risk that taxpayers will get duped by impatient but God-bless-America-we-definitively-need-’em profit oriented capitalists.
Let’s just recognize they need to play in separate sandboxes … or beaches!
GLENN BROOKS
Poseidon is yesterday’s tech & not terribly effective. Carlsbad still doesn’t produce 50mgd & quality issue persist. Originally Poseidon gave a cost of $1,100 per acre foot and finally signed at $2,400. Most recent cost was $2,700. There is lots of hot tech underway to build generation 2 desalination. Scrap Brookfield’s Posedion in HB now and take new bidders if the area needs it in 3 years. OCWD’s GRWS meets local needs for 7-10 years.
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Orange County Coastkeeper and Residents for Responsible Desalination will be holding a town hall meeting on Oct. 15; contact either organization (information below) to find out more about the meeting, including location. Natural Resource Defense Council Staff Attorney Damon Nagomi will be on hand to talk about the Poseidon Water desalination plant. The town hall will start at 7 p.m. It would be worth attending to find out the latest of what’s going on with the proposed desalination plant. Contact the people below to find out more about the Huntington Beach plant.
The Santa Ana Regional Water Board meets on Oct. 25 and Dec. 6. Poseidon’s draft permit would be presented at the Dec. 6 meeting, short of any other delays.
Orange County Coastkeeper
Ray Hiemstra
ray@coastkeeper.org
Mark Smythe
Mark.Smythe@waterboards.ca.gov
Residents for Responsible Desalination
info@R4RD.org
Mandy Sackett
msackett@surfrider.org
Poseidon Water
jjones@poseidon1.com
Larissa Olsen
larissa@ideahall.com
California Coastal Protection Network
Susan Jordan
sjordan@coastaladvocates.com
Orange County Water District
exploreoceandesal@ocwd.com
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Afternoon Tea in York
York is a northern medieval city with a wealth of cultural and historical attractions that has managed to preserve much of its pre-industrial charm. Visitors love the 13th-century walls and the winding narrow streets and they flock in numbers to see York Minster, one of the most beautiful Gothic cathedrals in the world. This tourist-friendly city carefully preserves the traditional pubs, cafés, museums and restaurants that keep the tourists coming. Alongside this heritage, a new wave of lively youthful eateries and restaurants are rising to take their place in a city some believe is the true “capital of the north”. York offers some the best afternoon tea experiences in England at a range of establishments from humble tea rooms to grand halls and fresh new gastropubs, there is no shortage of options for those who seek to indulge.
Betty’s Café Tea Rooms
Betty’s is a much decorated tea room chain with a number of outlets around York, all of them recipients of the Tea Guild’s award of excellence. You can’t go wrong with afternoon tea at the flagship outlet on St Helen’s square. Betty’s York has been open since1937 and you’ll see a long queue of people waiting to try the selection of handmade cakes from Betty’s Craft Bakery, accompanied by the café pianist. Luckily they take reservations for the Art-Deco Belmont Room where you are magically transported to an age of traditional elegance and sophistication with wooden panelled walls, huge windows and beautiful white tablecloths. Your celebration tea starts with a glass of champagne and your choice of teas to accompany a delightful array of sandwiches followed by two mini scones with jam and cream. The silver cake stand is crammed with the finest cakes and choosing a favourite among the likes of a decadent chocolate financier, or a light berry meringue is almost impossible. Not to mention the chocolate orange sponge, walnut cake and raspberry tart. As someone once said, comparisons are odious, but we can assure you that afternoon tea at Betty’s is beyond compare.
Cedar Court Grand
Built in 1906 as the headquarters for North Eastern Railways, The Cedar Court Grand is York’s first five-star hotel and it evokes the golden age of travel with sweeping staircases, mosaic-tiled corridors and luxurious décor. Afternoon Tea at The Grand is served in the beautifully decorated HQ Restaurant, offering outstanding views of York’s historical wonders. The relaxing atmosphere, coupled with the unobtrusive service combine to provide an unforgettable experience. There is a wide selection of teas and treats to choose from, including a children’s menu, a champagne tea, the sparkling afternoon tea (served with prosecco) and a gin and tonic enhanced version that features a gin and tonic cocktail served in a Hendricks tea set. If you stick to the traditional menu you will enjoy delicious sandwiches beautifully presented on a range of breads. Two mini scones are served with Masham clotted cream, and a selection of seasonal jams. The cakes include a rhubarb and custard cone, a dark chocolate delice, a tea loaf and a lovely lemon cupcake with vanilla icing.
The Black Swan’s tearoom ( in Helmsley, just 20 miles west of York ) has won awards of excellence from the Tea Guild every year since 2009. The hotel receives visitors from all over the world, drawn by its charm and architectural history as well as the reputation of its restaurant, The Gallery. The Black Swan offers a fabulous quintessentially English afternoon tea served in their tea room, the hotel lounge or the Cygnet Bar. In summer it is served in a delightful walled garden. In addition to the traditional Afternoon Tea menu, which changes seasonally making best use of the fresh, local produce available, the Black Swan boasts a fine selection of over 20 teas and a good selection of coffees as well. Their tea is served on a lovely three tier cake stand and includes rolls as well as sandwiches and their freshly baked fruit scones come with butter, strawberry conserve and clotted cream. The mouth watering cake selection includes such delights as a chocolate layer cake, strawberry macaroons, a passion fruit and lemon posset with raspberries, and gooey banoffee tart.
Grays Court
If you fancy a fine afternoon tea in a hidden gem right next to the York Minster, then head to Grays Court – a small luxury hotel hidden behind heavy gates on a charming cobbled street. The elegant mansion has grand formal rooms, a long gallery where Kings once dined, rare Gyles painted glass, leaded windows, thick wooden doors and limestone fireplaces. It is steeped in history – and the oak floors, panelled walls and winding staircase all have stories to tell. Afternoon tea is served in a parlour stuffed with classic and modern literature, and comfy sofas, or – weather permitting – at a table set up on the lawns of the charming walled garden. Their traditional English afternoon tea is made up of dainty sandwiches, scones, cake and pastries to be enjoyed to strains of classical music. Service can be elusive, but that gives you a lovely sense of seclusion. When they do appear the staff are exceptionally helpful and display excellent knowledge of their different blends of loose teas. This is a unique and lovely afternoon tea that is crowned by the delicious and very original home made cakes and desserts on offer.
Middlethorpe Hall
Middlethorpe Hall is a William and Mary country house, less than ten minutes outside of York, that has been lovingly restored by Historic House Hotels. This red brick mansion boasts luxurious accommodation and a variety of grand, historic public rooms, looking out over the sweeping lawns and parkland, where a great afternoon tea can be enjoyed. The panelled dining rooms, library and elegant drawing room are decorated with antiques and 17th century art and your tea is served here, or on sunny days, on the lovely terrace, The hall was once home to a family of confectioners so you can expect fine chocolatey treats as part of the afternoon tea menu. The traditional tea features a good selection of leaf teas by Taylors of Harrogate and finger sandwiches with traditional afternoon tea fillings. Home made scones are served with clotted cream and strawberry preserve and a rich traditional fruit cake accompanies a seasonal selection of home-made biscuits, pastries and desserts. For special celebrations you can add a glass of champagne or something stronger.
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Winning words: Children’s Book of the Year Awards
Speech Pathology Australia has just announced the winners in its annual Children’s Book of the Year Awards. Read what the judges said.
Independent Schools Victoria on 22 November 2019
A dog that narrates the story, the diverse native animals of Uluru, and mateship between an Indigenous Australian and a white Australian during wartime feature in the books celebrated in 2019 Children’s Book of the Year Awards by Speech Pathology Australia.
Tim Kittel, President of Speech Pathology Australia, explained the group presented the awards, now in their 16th year, because speech pathologists understood the link between language, speech and reading.
‘We are in a unique position to recommend books to parents and teachers. Speech Pathology Australia conducts its Book of the Year Awards to identify the best children’s books available, which promote language and literacy development,’ he said.
Mr Kittel said the books recognised in the awards were not only great Australian reads, but encouraged good language and literacy skills amongst children.
‘Sadly, those with poor literacy skills will find it harder to get an education, find a job, and take part in our society. Literacy is a vital and fundamental life skill.’
The 2019 winners are:
Birth to three years: Let’s Go Strolling by Katrina Germein. illustrations by Danny Snell.
The judges said: ‘Let’s Go Strolling is a beautiful book for parents to share with their babies and toddlers. It is a narrative that follows a sequence readily relatable to most young children and their families – taking the stroller to go out for a walk for the day. The author’s choice of text is excellent for early language learners as it models simple, early expressive phrases, while allowing the parent to emphasise and elaborate on key words. The rhyming is perfect.’
Three to five years: Tricky’s Bad Day, written and illustrated by Alison Lester.
The judges said: ‘Tricky’s Bad Day is a very relatable story for children in the three to five years age group. An early striking feature of the book is that the mother needs to get ready for work while dad is spending the day with the children. The book contains descriptive language and phonological awareness concepts like rhyme and rhythm. The rhyme and rhythm are strong in the text. The rhyme is never forced and uses age appropriate vocabulary.’
Five to eight years: The Oo in Uluru, written by Judith Barker, illustrated by Janie Frith.
The judges said: The Oo in Uluru showcases Australia’s diverse wildlife, while highlighting the national landmark, Uluru. The book describes a range of native animals in the environment using language appropriate for its intended audience. The visuals in this book are bright, colourful and engaging. There are animals on display beyond the usual kangaroo and koala, which young readers will find interesting and stimulating.’
Eight to 10 years: The Dog with Seven Names, written by Dianne Wolfer.
The judges said: ‘The Dog with Seven Names has a strong narrative format that encourages the reader to follow the journey of the main character. There are many aspects in the book that children will be able to relate to in their own lives. With the book’s main character, a dog, as the narrator, the reader follows the ups and downs of life with the dog in a very genuine and empathetic way. Viewing events through the eyes of a dog invites discussion and reflection for the young reader.’
Indigenous Children: Dreaming Soldiers, written by Catherine Bauer, illustrated by Shane McGrath.
The judges said: ‘Dreaming Soldiers tells a wonderful story of mateship between an Indigenous Australian and a white Australian through the course of their life and wartime experiences. The book addresses important topics such as racism, different cultures, and war, while showing that despite our differences we face similar obstacles and challenges. The book encourages a reader’s development of imagination and curiosity through arousing an interest and connection with real world events as told from the perspective of an Indigenous Australian character.’
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Top 13 Things that Didn't Happen in 2016
In this New Year edition of No News - Good News we are happy to inform our readers that the following things did not occur this year:
- FBI: Santa disclosed ‘naughty list’ on WikiLeaks, "Helped Trump win election"; Obama expels Rudolph, Prancer, Vixen, and 35 elves in retaliation
- California builds wall to keep out Trump supporters
- Bernie supporters stunned there is no socialist Santa Claus, vow to continue demanding free chocolate cookies, milk
- Washington Post sues Internet for infringing on ‘fake news’ business
- Controversy in the lab: white mold excludes black mold; Harvard biologist blames ‘Petri dish cultures of hate’
- Scientific News: Long after 1961 burial physicists uncertain Schrödinger is dead
- Sexed-up Mother Russia becomes Milf Russia; Motherland renamed into Milfland on Putin's orders...
Christmas in History: First Media Reports of Nativity Story
How did the ancient mass media report the alleged birth of Christ? The People's Cube prepared the following compilation of quotes from the Roman and Judean sources, which should help our readers to form an unbiased opinion of what really happened in the days surrounding the so-called Christmas.
© 2007 Directorate of Historical Revisionism, Karl Marx Treatment Center.
Militant snowflake: new insignia for social justice warrior
Dear social justice warriors! You have so outgrown the old hammer and sickle emblem, it's not even funny. The working class has betrayed you and can no longer be trusted. Your new broad coalition is proactively writing a new narrative of safe spaces, microaggressions, dog whistles, snow jobs, institutionalized rapism, and climate denyism. Your community organizers have succeeded in creating a spectacular movement of snowflakes who they hope will one day solidify into an impenetrable iceberg that will sink the Titanic of capitalism. And yet you're still struggling to create an emblem you could put on your armbands, banners, and social media icons. We hope this design will stick. Your movement deserves an original catchy symbol.
JetBlue to offer SafeSeating™ for traumatized voters
Are you a Hillary supporter who still suffers from anger, depression, and seething hatred of all things conservative? Do you regard the simple appearance of an old Reagan/Bush t-shirt as hate speech that makes you physically ill? Are you fearful that you might even have to share a flight with an SS obergruppenführer or a member of the Trump family?
Well, your worries are over! After the appalling incident in which Ivanka Trump dared to book a flight just so she could flaunt her father’s victory in the faces of traumatized Hillary supporters, JetBlue has taken steps to ensure this never happens again...
Annual European Muslim Rape Capital Awards 2016
Wandering through the streets of the bigger European cities, one cannot help but notice the stressful atmosphere. The annual European Muslim Rape Capital Awards are due in two weeks (2nd January), and these are the last days to win points in the contest. Mayors and representatives are making a final push to make sure their own cities can claim the prestigious award.
Last year's winner, the proud city of Cologne, is once more in the running for victory. Abu Hamza al-Kolonji, the city's cultural diversity officer, is certain of their upcoming victory (translated from Arabic with a slight German accent)...
Who really hacked the U.S. elections
The FBI was able to track the DNC hack to an IP address located somewhere close to the North Pole, but sources close to the investigation said the trail had grown cold.
"As soon as special agents were close to apprehending the suspect, they unexpectedly left the area," one source confirmed. "They suddenly grew very eager to spend Christmas vacations with their families."
All we know about the "North Pole Hacker" at this time is that he has an uncanny ability to monitor even the most secret communications in order to compile his annual "naughty or nice" list, which he then cross-references - twice - with corroborative data from other sources.
"The suspect usually keeps his list to himself," the FBI source said, "but this was an unprecedented year in many ways...
Obama to pardon Stalin, Mao, Ho Chi Minh, Castro
President Obama on Monday pardoned 78 people and granted another 153 commutations, amounting to the most acts of clemency by a U.S. president ever in a single day. White House Counsel Neil Eggleston added that Obama is considering clemency for individuals who have contributed significantly to human progress by "bending the arc of the moral universe toward justice" – even though they were not U.S. citizens and are dead.
Presidential "posthumous pardons" are scheduled to be extended to such legendary international icons as Joseph Stalin, Mao Zedung, Pol Pot, Ho Chi Minh, the Kim dynasty of North Korea, and Che Guevara with the recently deceased Fidel Castro...
Hillary finds the lack of faith among electors 'disturbing'
As electoral college voters met Monday, many went rogue — but not from President-elect Donald Trump as was expected. Several “faithless electors” who cast their presidential ballots Monday for someone other than Trump or Democratic presidential nominee Hillary Clinton did so in support of Clinton’s Democratic primary challenger, Vermont Sen. Bernie Sanders.
We don't envy these "faithless electors" for their fate is terrible. If the phrase "you have failed me for the last time" doesn't ring the bell, watch this video taken at the Clinton's campaign headquarters shortly before the election. The transcript is below.
Out of Karakter - an Electoral College primer for the masses
Now that everybody has discovered that we have an Electoral College and that the cat's out of the bag, so to speak, let's take a quick look at why we have what on the surface appears to be a quirky method of choosing our executive head.
We all remember the Great Compromise, right? That was when at the Constitutional Convention of 1787 two plans of representation were proposed, each with a legitimate argument in favor of it. Virginia, the most populous state, naturally thought a legislature in which states were represented by population was fair...
CIA source: China steals US Navy drone to hunt mermaids
As widely reported, on December 15 the Chinese Navy seized an underwater research drone in full view of the American ship USNS Bowditch, which had deployed it in the South China Sea near the Philippines. The Chinese government has since promised to return the drone in the form of scraps of metal and a bag of wires that may or may not have been part of the device.
Despite some overzealous commentators declaring the Chinese seizure an act of war, the explanation is far less dramatic.
Sources in U.S. intelligence community believe the drone grab might be part of a secret Chinese program that translates roughly as Operation Piece of Tail.
BREAKING: Donald Trump is a Russian CGI Hologram
Forget all you think you know about the last elections in the USA because... Donald Trump - the so-called president elect - DOES NOT EXIST!
In fact, the image of DJT as we know it is a remarkable holographic feat by the large group of Russian hackers that have infiltrated the USA. Some of our more credible sources even suggest this holograph is built around the very person of Vladimir Putin himself, whose movements are analyzed through CGI technology and then transferred to the "DJT" holograph. Others suggest the "DJT" hologram is based on movements by Andy Serkis (known to be a model for the computer rendered character "Gollum" in the LOTR franchise)...
Russian hackers more numerous than previously thought
Suspicions of Russian meddling in U.S. elections were confirmed Monday, when in the course of the Wisconsin recount Russian hackers succeeded in adding 131 more votes to Trump's victory.
"The real winners in this recount were the Russian hackers," DNC spokesperson Shepard Smith said in a statement during his regular FNC broadcast. "It is now absolutely clear that American election results accurately reflect the will of Vladimir Putin, regardless of whether the ballots were counted by hand or by machine."
In the meantime, president-elect Donald Trump continued his post-election thank-you tour throughout the country, expressing gratitude to Russian hackers...
Sticker Felony Madness: now vividly animated
No crime story is complete without an animated re-enactment.
A Cube comrade has turned my GMU arrest story into an animated cartoon and me into a member of the oppressed toon community. I'll never look in the mirror the same way again.
Now, in addition to GMU police, I'll also have to watch out for Judge Doom's green concoction known as "dip."
For background, see Why I was arrested & thrown in jail by George Mason U police
Marxist vegan restaurant closes due to capitalist conspiracy
When a “Marxist” “collectivist” “worker-run” restaurant with no managers, a “living wage,” and a strong union opened in Grand Rapids, Michigan, no one suspected trouble. What could go wrong?
The first sign of trouble was a pile of unpaid bills. Nobody in the kollektive wanted to pay a single ruble to capitalist exploiters of the toiling masses. Then there were ridiculous taxes that for some reason took too much out of everyone's equal share. Finally, there was this stupid requirement to show up to work, let alone on time. And if you made the mistake of showing up, you were expected to do some work. Even worse, you were expected to make the hungry insolent idiots on the other side of the counter happy...
FCC approves People's Cube as non-fake news source
Ever since Hillary Clinton and allied media organs alerted us about the harmful effects of "fake news," American news consumers have been dazzled and confused, not knowing what news they are allowed to read and talk about safely, and what news can put them in violation of government policies regulating the proper reading of news.
Indignant community organizers have been demanding a radical overhaul of all media regulations, as well as a thorough recount of all information ever published since this country's founding, raising concerns that the United States with its current political system itself is a tragic mistake originating in "fake news."
While federal judges say that the deadline for such a recount has expired more than two centuries ago, many still believe...
We know something that most Americans don't
How I became a thoughtcriminal
This morning I received an email from Piotr Jankowski, managing editor of a Polish-language news website in Warsaw, telling me about an article they had just posted about me, my work, and my recent arrest at GMU by the politically correct campus police. The article was titled, Persecuted: in USSR for anti-communism, in USA for anti-Islamism.
Surfing their site, it didn't take long to discover close to a dozen People's Cube images and parodies by me and other Cubists from several years back, translated into Polish.
Throwback Thursday: My Multiple Inner Comrades™
While most people simply have to find their Inner Comrade™, I was blessed, or perhaps cursed with 14 Inner Comrades. Plus several Inner Capitalist Swine. I believe I have purged the Inner Capitalists, but I am not sure.
After some self examination, I have identified the 14 Inner Comrades, and their politics.
#1, Comrade Ivan. A devout Marxist-Leninist. Originally served in The Great Patriotic War as a practice target for training new Soviet snipers. Doesn't say much, and is always brooding...
We make the list of 'Fake News Blogs We Love'
Is good news. Our glorious Party Organ is now officially recognized by PR Newswire as good reading for the toiling workers and peasants. Beet vodka on house!
The People’s Cube will help you find your "Inner Comrade" and denounce capitalism with strong communist views. I highly recommend the made-for-the-internet recreation of the out-of-print Red Primer for Children written by Victor Vashi.
Follow @ThePeoplesCube on Twitter.
In this Five Year Plan we pledge to toil even harder to fulfil the Party's quota of fake news ahead of schedule!
Democrats must dig faster and use bigger shovels
The biggest media topic of the day, apart from how president-elect Trump is Hitler, is how the Democratic party can dig its way out of the sinkhole in which it woke up on November 9th. In the meantime, perpetual panic attacks among Democratic elites result in uncontrollable anger, projections, verbal incontinence, hallucinations, and outright lunacy.
Amidst alarming reports that her own party is being consumed by crisis, chaos, and infighting, Elizabeth Warren all of a sudden decided to call Trump's well-organized transition "chaotic" and demanded that a federal agency investigate this matter.
Breitbart: I want you to #DumpKelloggs
#DumpKelloggs: Breakfast Brand Blacklists Breitbart, Declares Hate for 45,000,000 Readers
Kellogg Co. announced on Tuesday its decision to pull ads from conservative media giant Breitbart.com because its 45,000,000 monthly conservative readers are not “aligned with our values as a company.” In response, Breitbart News, one of the world’s top news publishers, has launched a #DumpKelloggs petition and called for a boycott of the ubiquitous food manufacturer.
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Nobel Committee Awards Hillary Participation Prize
The Nobel Prize Committee today has awarded Hillary Clinton the prestigious Nobel Participation Prize for participating in the 2016 election and for what she WOULD have done had she defeated Donald Trump.
Just as Obama won the prize before her for what he was going to do to promote world peace - such as setting the middle east aflame and creating a refugee crisis while assassinating leaders of sovereign nations in 'Operation Arab Spring' - Hillary wins this year's award for what she might have done had she won.
Gender inequality at Kellogg's: demand equal peeing rights!
Criminal Investigation Opened After Man Appears to Urinate on Kellogg’s Cereal Assembly Line
THIS IS AN OUTRAGE!! Why are only MEN allowed to pee in the cereal? I demand a boycott of all Kellogg's products until its factories are retrofitted to allow womyn, transgendered, gender fluid, genderqueer, and other genders -- equal access to be able to pee in the cereal.
Ohio State U terror attack is the story of immigration
A "PROG OFF" RANT BY AN AMERICA-LOVING IMMIGRANT
The Ohio State University jihadist, Abdul Razak Ali Artan, was not just a Muslim immigrant from Somalia. He had the coveted refugee status, which means the US government provided him with food, shelter, and education grants. What made him so mad at Americans that he went on an indiscriminate killing rampage? Was it something he heard from ISIS - or was it the school-approved "social justice" rhetoric about how much he suffered in this country as a Muslim? It could be both, not necessarily in that order.
The University police officer who shot and killed him, Alan Horujko, is another young man from an immigrant family...
Clinton joins Stein in recount of Castro's vital statistics
Less than 24 hours after learning about the tragic and untimely death of progressive icon Fidel Castro, Hillary Clinton’s campaign said on Saturday it would be joining Green Party candidate Jill Stein in a recount of the former Cuban leader's vital statistics.
Marc Elias, the Clinton team’s general counsel, said the campaign would take part in the Havana recount being led by Jill Stein. He added, “Now that a recount has been initiated in Havana, we intend to participate in order to ensure the vitals analysis process proceeds in a manner that is fair to Mr. Castro and the Cuban people.”
New York Times: Fidel Castro world's sexiest corpse
Beloved communist icon killed by U.S. election results; Trump camp claims president-elect already reshaping world map
CIA Insider: After years of trial and error, CIA finally succeeds with the "waiting it out" technique on Fidel Castro
Lenin's mummy positive role model for youth: example of socialist healthcare that works
I bought this T-Shirt Before Castro Died" T-shirts fly off the shelves at Che-Mart
>FOR SALE: Castro Convertible. Rare 1959 Model. High mileage. Original spark plugs. Ask for Raul. Havana...
Cuba claims Trump's election caused death of Fidel Castro
HAVANA - In the hours following the death of Fidel Castro, the Cuban government released an official statement blaming U.S. president-elect Trump for Castro’s demise. "The direct cause of the death of the celebrated leader of Cuban communist revolution was the "unthinkable election of the far-right capitalist reactionary criminal oligarch Donald J. Trump," the statement says.
On the night of the U.S. presidential election when Trump was pronounced the victor, the Cuban revolutionary icon was grief-stricken. According to witnesses, a solitary tear...
Next DNC chairman: Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi
A few names have emerged from inside chatter of a DNC overhaul following President-elect Donald Trump’s Election Day blindside. Until now, the candidates to take the reins from interim DNC chair Donna Brazile include Howard Dean; Martin O'Malley, and Keith Ellison, a Muslim congressman from Minnesota. But a new name has risen in the past few days, one which promises the end of chaos, disunity, and factional infighting.
"Hillary is done for, along with her theme of women running a man's world," a DNC insider has told reporters. "Look at the mess Debby and Donna have put us in. Now that Hillary is gone, too, there's no more reason to pretend women are capable...
The People's Cube recognized as part of alt-media history
The relatively recent emergence of America's alternative media, which this year has snowballed into a victory for Donald Trump, is now a subject of close examination by puzzled experts from around the world. Analyzing alternative media's success story, this German-language article acknowledges the part played in it by The People's Cube and its founder, Oleg Atbashian.
Published in the RT DEUTSCH website, the article focuses on Breitbart News' plans to expand into the German market, given the popular demand for alternative viewpoints in a country suffocated by the "mainstream" leftist media, with a real chance to change...
Celebrities to Deplorables: YOU SUCK!
HOLLYWOOD Reaction was swift and righteous in Tinseltown as the reality of the four horrific years that await the nation under a Trump presidency began to sink in. The elite and beautiful people were outraged that their deplorable fans had ignored their sage and reasonable exhortations to vote for Hillary because they said so.
In the days leading up to the election celebrity endorsements of Secretary Clinton made it plain that only racists, misogynists, Klansmen, Nazis and inbred hillbillies could possibly find Trump palatable.
Obama to pardon cast of HAMILTON for cultural appropriation
As all of us on the progressive left already know, the racist hate crime of "cultural appropriation" is only to be enforced against those of the white male heterosexual persuasion. However, since the rigged electoral victory of November 8, 2016 and the pending hostile takeover of the American presidency by the fascist politically incorrect Donald J. Trump, all rules of social justice enforcement are now in jeopardy.
Fears among the social justice warriors and safe-spacers are that Mr. Trump will utilize the powers of his phone and pen to apply racial fairness among the masses. As such, reports from inside the White House are that President Obama will soon take...
Why I was arrested & thrown in jail by @GeorgeMasonU police
[ PROG OFF ]
As you may have heard, on November 4th I was arrested, handcuffed, and taken to jail for posting anti-terror stickers on George Mason University campus. I was charged with "class 6 felony for destruction of property," threatened with five years in prison, and released 14 hours later on $8,000 bail posted by my wife. The court date is now set for February 14th, 2017.
You can read the full description of how it happened in a number of news stories below. Now I'd like to explain why I did it.
Late Night Comedians defeated by Early Morning Americans
In what many describe as a shock of a lifetime, a celebrated team of late night comedians has been defeated Tuesday night by a much less known team called Early Morning Americans. Mainstream media observers and commentators, who have never heard of Early Morning Americans before last Tuesday, are now scrambling for answers, trying to find out just who exactly these newly discovered powerful players are.
Late Night Comedians' team captain, John Oliver, has nevertheless refused to accept defeat. Maintaining that "Late Night Comedians matter," he dedicated the entire season finale of his HBO show to discussing his alleged loss and plotting a strategy...
"Dumped on Prom Night" Hillary's election night meltdown
Hillary Clinton’s night on the 9th of November went from a celebration to an absolute meltdown once the election unexpectedly turned on her, leaving Trump as the victor. Some of the remnants of Hillary Clinton’s rampage in the private VIP area was discovered by the hotel custodial staff the day following the election.
Hillary Clinton’s post election celebration plans included hundreds of thousands of dollars worth of fireworks, live performances by various celebrities, such as Cher, who came believing that Hillary was going to win the election, a five-hundred-thousand-dollar special effect glass ceiling that she would break through in a dramatic display once she walked out on stage at her H.Q., among millions of dollars worth of other celebratory preparations, all paid for by the Clinton Foundation in full.
Warning: media and globalist tears cause severe flooding
KUBE EXCKLUSIVE:
The salty tears of all the pollsters, the RINOs, the globalists, the Saudi princes, the media moguls, the big corporate leaders, the European Bureaucrats and FBI director Comey are causing severe flooding in some parts of the USA and most of the social media.
President Trump has pledged to divert some of his swamp-draining tools towards the affected areas to help drain these oceans of tears.
If I had a jackhammer...
... I'd jackhammer in the morning, I'd jackhammer in the evening, I'd jackhammer all over this land.
Dateline, Hollywood - This morning at 5:45 AM an idealistic young man armed with nothing but a jackhammer and his iconoclastic revolutionary fervor marched down to Trump's Hollywood star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. Only the chill early morning air and a crowd of news media who're always there waiting expectantly at the Trump Hollywood star just in case someone with a jackhammer might show up and make a statement greeted him...
Mother Theresa's police report: 'Trump French-kissed me!'
MOTHER THERESA ACCUSES DONALD TRUMP OF SLOPPY KISSING
ASSOCIATED PRESS OCT. 25, 1989
"He came running up to me from out of the crowd, with wet lips, mouth agape, tongue wagging, dribbling saliva" cried Mother Theresa to the two policemen. "He looked mad!"
"He had both his tiny hands outstretched with fingers wiggling, mumbling something about kittens," sobbed Mother Theresa, as one of the policemen...
WikiLeaks: President Hillary to use gender-oppressive title
A new WikiLeaks dump of emails from the People's Democratic National Committee has revealed that our comrade Hillary Clinton may be considering a gender-oppressive title "Mother" (or "Mr." for short) after she is elected, despite the Party's long-standing efforts to drop "Mr." from all official titles, including that of the U.S. President.
A Party consensus has already been settled that the oppressive "Mr." has no place in describing our country's leaders. The title "Mister President," for example, inadvertently puts all males on equal footing with the President, above all non-male groups...
Love trumps hate! Subsidize non-traditional marriages now!
The meaning and scope of non-traditional marriages has been expanding lately all over the world, where diverse people of equally diverse cultures have been officially marrying not just other people of varying genders and quantities, but also snakes, goats, dolphins, cats, dogs, video game characters, as well as inanimate objects - dolls, pots, pillows, walls, towers, roller-coasters, or even their own cardboard cutouts.
While we wish them to live happily ever after in their progressive non-traditional relationships, we can't help but wonder...
Hillary announces Military Equality Program
In response to the critique that her campaign consists mainly of throwing dirt at Donald Trump, Mrs. Clinton has now announced her first - and most important - executive plan: an ambitious roadmap to rebuild America's military: the Military Equality Program.
Speaking to a large crowd of 11 supporters and 134 journalists in Washington, Mrs. Clinton delivered a rousing speech:
"People no longer respect our military, because it is a source of inequality. Remember the first phase of Iraq II? We rolled them up like a carpet, you could hardly call it a war. Our soldiers were better trained, better equipped and had better leadership, so we never gave those poor Iraqis a fighting chance. That's not the America we want. We need to make sure other nations that want to kill our troops have equal opportunities to do so...
Kids and Candy: Governments and Economies Explained
Capitalism is where the kid who worked the hardest on his costume gets the most candy.
Crony Capitalism is where the kid pays off the guy with the bowl to give him the most candy.
American Capitalism is where the kid tries earnestly to get some candy, but kids from other towns who are willing to get less candy take all the candy he should've gotten...
Men, rise up! Make your vote count!
"If you vote for Hillary Clinton," the 58-year-old Madonna told the crowd at Madison Square Garden, "I will give you a blow job. And I’m good, I’m not a tool. I take my time."
In an effort to boost the numbers of patriarchical voters, our beloved MTE is appealing to men using the most basic of persuasions... and just like all of her other "dirty work" she has found a professional to do the job for her.
In a show of support and solidarity, William Jefferson Clinton plans to vote often...
Hillary: 'Donald Trump groped me during the debate'
Mrs. Clinton said, shaking like a leaf and crying into her kerchief, "As I walked in front of Donald Trump, the camera on my face, Donald's hidden right hand came up sharply between my thighs. I choked and stopped, speaking for a moment," said the candidate. "I was shocked" she said.
"OK," Mrs. Clinton admitted when questioned by the New York Times reporter, "It felt rather good when Donald kept rubbing me, but I was trying to speak and now you know why he won the debate."
New scandal! Trump is heterosexual!
Some previous remarks by Donald Trump have been analysed by psychology experts and the results are quite unexpected: his thought patterns have been declared "typically heterosexual."
Some of you will not know this term, because - as good progressives - we are either homosexual, transsexual, intersexual, bisexual, asexual or veganosexual. "Heterosexual" means actually feeling attracted to the other sex, often with reproduction as a final result...
Hillary: It's incredibly painful to be a crash dummy
“This election is incredibly painful,” Hillary Clinton said. “I take absolutely no satisfaction in what is happening on the other side with my opponent."
Clinton accused Trump of mistreating women, minorities, disabled people, illegal immigrants, prisoners of war, Native Americans, Muslims, and even President Obama by stoking birther rumors.
While in California, she appeared on the Ellen show to warn viewers that the election wasn’t over, urging them to vote.
Donald Trump grabbed my pussy
I have kept this a secret for a long time, but can remain silent no longer... I hope my comrades at the Kube here will not think less of me because of my cowardice...
When I was 10 years old, Donald Trump caressed my pussy against my will.
I was a young Pioneer back then, and carelessly walking home from a voluntary lecture about the electrification of the European Union, when suddenly a large limousine pulled over and its passenger opened the window. "That's a nice pussy you have there, boy...
King Trumpoden and the Battle of November Field
King Trumpoden arrives at the battlefield of November and surveys the great host of orcs, media, fraudulent voters, and other Democrats arrayed against him. Turning about on his horse, he delivers his battle speech to his loyal following, the Voteforhimm.
Trumpoden: Arise, arise voters of Trumpoden! Fell deeds awake, fire and slaughter! Spear shall be shaken, shield be splintered, a sword-day, a red day, ere the sun rises! Ride now, ride now! Ride to November!
Godzilla Resurgence is why we still need strong US military
Godzilla Resurgence is amazing: it entirely skips 60 years of continually advancing plotting, script-writing, special effects, and subtitling from the Japanese. It is beyond execrable, such that you cannot figure out what lost segment of audience could possibly be interested in wasting two hours of their life to sit through this spectacle of blow-up "dragon" with untenable dentition and little stupid front vestigial limbs with dopey fragile clawed hands at the ends, that look powerfully like Obama's when he bounces down airplane steps and his hands are up in supplicatory rabbit pose.
Who won the second debate - Hillary, Trump, or pussies?
The Great People's Show Trial over Criminal Trump, aka "Second Presidential Debate" has just ended.
Its first several minutes gave me the goosebumps, so much it reminded me of the glorious show trials under Comrade Stalin: Hillary as a prosecutor, with both moderators as her faithful assistants, leveling trumped-up charges against the designated Enemy of the People™. Wasting no time, they took turns accusing Trump of terrible deeds and demanding that he repent and crawl on his knees before Hillary, begging for mercy...
Hillary uses Bill Clinton's near-dead look to get dead vote
The latest Reuters polling of deceased voters in Ohio, Wisconsin, New Hampshire, Florida, and North Carolina show a definite trend favoring Hillary Clinton and Democrat congressional candidates, as the likely dead voters are registering Democrat in massive numbers. Dead Democrats, as well as Republicans who switched parties right after internment, are rising in droves chanting, "We Are Stronger Together."
Many of the respondents, who have failed to inhale for years, show a definite preference for the familiar look of the soon-to-be departed former Commander-in-Chief pictured above, as well as his wife, who appears in a cameo role in frequent coma.
Pussy Galore endorses Trump
In an effort to strengthen Mr. Trump’s lagging poll numbers among women, the Trump campaign has secured a most desired endorsement this weekend from Bond bad-girl, Pussy Galore.
When asked about his efforts to secure the endorsement Mr. Trump said, "I moved on her like a bitch, but I couldn't get there." Mr. Trump continued, "I finally ate some Tic Tacs and grabbed the Pussy and reminded her that I am a star and I can do anything."
The aggressive, but unorthodox, campaign tactic seems to have worked in Mr. Trump's favor. When asked for a response from Secretary Clinton, the Clinton campaign released this statement...
Schools shocked after 'assault cloud' appears in the sky
Schools in southern Illinois were greeted with a terrifying sight in the sky Friday, as a cloud appearing to be in the form of a SIG 556 rifle loomed overhead about 8:30 in the morning. Upon noticing the cloud, teachers and other school personnel rushed to gather the children and move them inside the school to safety, potentially rescuing dozens from cases of PTSD.
Mr. Mooney, one of the local elementary school science teachers, stated that "this is yet another example of how climate change contributes to terrorism. It's almost as if nobody can feel safe anymore...
EU leaders agree on mass deporting Americans from Europe
EU leaders congratulated themselves today with enacting harsher immigration and refugee laws that, after many years of political and social turmoil, will finally allow them to save unique European culture by deporting all Americans living in Europe back to their homeland.
Problems for Europe first began over a decade ago, when many Americans, dissatisfied with conditions in their own country, sought a better life in Europe. What began as a trickle slowly turned into a flood, with American migrants creating their own enclaves in many European cities, where Americans only spoke their native language and practiced American customs.
Pinups with Russian girls & cars (our secret influence op)
As everyone surely knows, Mother Russia is the fairest, prettiest, biggest, fastest, highest, and mightiest nation on earth. Unfortunately, in spite of these well-known facts, the Motherland's international prestige has been suffering due to imperialist lies concocted by Western propaganda, the CIA, FBI, Pentagon, Obama, and Hillary Clinton.
How do we bring back the deserved prestige, popularity, and excitement about glorious Mother Russia? Kremlin's top scientists tell us that American youths love pretty women, cars, and pinups. We also know from our intercepts of Hillary Clinton's speeches that because of the deepening crisis of capitalism, today's young Americans are mostly basement dwellers...
Hillary: Stronger Together in a Basket of Basement Dwellers
Right-wing propaganda outlets are all abuzz with the #BasementDwellers hashtag, falsely accusing Hillary Clinton of belittling young Bernie supporters as a Basket of Basement Dwellers. That is a lie: she never used the term "Basket of Basement Dwellers." So there.
In fact, a complete opposite is true. Rather than belittling them, Hillary thinks they are quite adorable, sitting in a basement like that, with their starry eyes, begging for treats. Bernie promised them milk-bones, but that was an unrealistic promise because Trump has stolen all their milk-bones and fed them to his basket of deplorables. However, Hillary will be happy to replace their milk-bones with chewy bits of chicken jerky infused with peanut butter.
A tale about Michelle Obama, George Bush, and Donald Trump
Questions must be popping up all over the country: how could our brainy and beautiful First Lady befriend such an evil and stupid monster? What's next, hunting with Dick Cheney? Doesn't she remember how for eight dark years we cowered in the shadow of the most corrupt, the most evil, the most murderous, and the most bloodthirsty administration ever in our history, both past, present and future?
How could she do this when even now, eight years after his illegitimate dictatorship had been finally overthrown by Barack the Lightbringer, the children are starving, the minorities are being killed by the police, the middle class is collapsing, and even the most enlightened minds in her husband's cabinet still can't put this country...
Ameriphobia: symptoms, causes, and treatment
Ameriphobes have disdain for American values, and believe the American character to be “racist” and “selfish” rather than tolerant and generous. Ameriphobes dislike our police and military, and are especially uncomfortable in the presence of the American flag. Ameriphobes consider themselves morally superior to those who are not Ameriphobic.
Ameriphobes blame America for most international conflicts. Even for strife in remote regions of the world, their suspicion points to America as the culprit. Ameriphobes believe the U.S. was (and still is) an oppressive colonial power, despite the fact that it was a British colony...
Designated Survivor doesn't survive Democrat syndrome
The premise for this highly touted follow-up to Sutherland's epic 24, which strung readers along a finely calibrated weekly precipice of threat and an agony of suspense is not unpromising.
The entire Capitol Hill and the President have been annihilated by a bomb, leaving only lowly HUD Director Thom Kirkman - 11th in line of ascent under normal circumstances - as the accidental inheritor of the most powerful leader of the free world.
UN demands United States pay reparations
U.S. owes black people reparations for a history of 'racial terrorism,' says U.N. panel.
Offspring of Chinese railroad and information technology workers, Mexican produce-pickers, Irish policemen, Indian casino workers, Polish coal diggers, and other oppressed peoples are furiously planning riots in order to collect their piece of this payout.
The problem is, of course, in determining the racial and ethnic composition of every single applicant. And even then a special commission will need to be formed in order to filter out...
Rules for the next presidential debate
Comrades, the Party needs your help! You were probably also shocked by the first presidential debate last night... It was completely biased ... because the Evil One was able to speak a few words in between the orchestrated personal attacks (provided by Hillary's politicalyl correct comrade).
We must do better next time!
I've come up with some ideas, but they need to be improved... to make the next debate even more Party-approved:
1. Hillary gets a handheld "shocking" device to give painful stimuli to Trump whenever he tries to speak.
2. The part of the audience selected by the Trump team must be gagged and bound to their chairs. It is inappropriate for deplorable people to voice their opinion...
Dear Leader's 'other' email account
It is common for important government officials to have a "throwaway" or disposable e-mail account for plausible deniability and privacy reasons. Dear Leader (PBUH) is a man of the People™ and is now revealed to occasionally have used such an account (nothing to see here, move along) to contact MTE at the personal account that "didn't exist" and he only learned about from news reports.
So the question posed to the astute residents of the Cube: As "Carlos Danger" was already in use, What is/was Dear Leader's nom de blackberry?
Lenin statue flees NYC fearing Trump's victory over Hillary
The threats by progressives to leave the country should Trump win the election have now found a symbolic representation in a pre-emptive removal of their spiritual leader's 18-foot statue from the roof of a building on East Houston St. in Manhattan.
The picture below captures Lenin statue's final moments in New York City, as it waves a tearful goodbye to the Lower East Side, the breeding grounds of progs.
Since 1994 the statue stood atop the building, known to New Yorkers as Red Square, defiantly facing Wall Street, capitalism's emblem. Now that Hillary's declining health and poll numbers have led to massive prog panic...
Hillary cap: Keep America sick, miserable, and collapsing
This "side-by-side comparison" visual aid was inspired by a recent comment by Commissarka Pinkie. Allow me to quote:
Most of you know that I’ve always had a “thing” for guys in red hats, and I’ve even taken the pledge to have sex only with Democrats. More and more frequently I find myself hitting on some really hot looking, red-hatted guys—a lot hotter and better smelling than any of the losers I’ve ever found around here—only to glimpse, almost too late, that hate speech on their red hats.
We feel your pain, Commissarka Pinkie! So we designed a blue hat to ease your pain...
NEEDED: New White Supremacy Symbols
Comrades! The Party needs your creative juices flowing and frothing, if indeed not actively spewing, to create new or designate existing common objects as symbols of hateful White Supremacy.
It has recently been revealed that a cartoon frog named Pepe, designed some decade ago for an obscure internet cartoon series, is in fact a symbol of the evil White Supremacy Movement. Although the evil White Supremacy Movement was not aware of this fact, it is so because the major networks have proclaimed it to be true.
The problem with this is that the Pepe meme being a symbol...
Latest Polls Agree: Clinton ahead of Trump 97%
REUTERS - The 97% number just pops up everywhere because it is a multiple result of everything that is true.
97% of scientists believe in global warming. The other 3% believe in climate change. And 97% of registered Democrats believe anything. 97% of organic gardeners and New Agers believe that Hillary will be the most competent president after Barack Obama who was more competent than George Washington and Ruth Bader Ginsburg. It is rumored that Ginsburg was more competent than president Béla Lugosi. And just as sane...
How the 9/11 attacks would have been reported today
From our UK colleagues:
The cycle of violence in America spiralled out of control today when a series of violent incidents left thousands dead, including many Arab and Muslim civilians. UN sources and Al Jazeera have confirmed that many of the Arabs killed were refugee children who had fled from oppression. American claims that they too suffered “many civilian deaths” have been strongly denied by the UN-affiliated relief workers in the Al Qaeda organisation who maintain that the only Americans killed were military personnel and illegal settlers...
Les Deplorables: new show with Hillary and Trump supporters
A new reality show is sweeping the nation, starring Hillary Clinton as Mme. Thénardier and the American people as a basket of deplorables.
The theatrical trailer below comes from our friend and former Cubist Mr. Pinko. Theme music composed by Groucho Marxist:
We're Deplorable in every way
And forever more, that's how we'll stay
That's why Hillary, it's incredible
That someone who is so deplorable
Thinks that we are so deplorable too.
Gurka-Burka, Burkini, and other wordplay is Islamophobic
It has come to our attention that Mayor Simone Stein-Lücke of Bonn, Germany, has come under fire for sharing a picture of a cucumber on social media. If she were to share a picture of a cucumber inside of a condom as an educational aide for local kindergartners, she might have been praised for her courage and open-mindedness. Unfortunately, this Mayor chose to share a picture of a cucumber (Gurke in German) that looked like the Islamic burka, and named it "Gurka."
In this regard, our scientists at the Karl Marx Treatment Center have come up with the following recommendation:
All progressive humanity should henceforth abstain from all kinds of humor, puns, spoonerisms, malapropisms, and other forms of wordplay, which by default are offensive to the ever increasing Islamic community...
Burning Man: A microcosm of failed utopia
Thirty years ago, the Burning Man festival started as a small gathering of artists, who were committed to sharing resources and pooling ideas, to create a week-long communal experience. The festival culminates in the burning of a large man-shaped effigy, created equally by all attendees. The "burn" is supposed to promote a cathartic release.
Over the years, outsiders got more and more curious, until Burning Man became the new Coachella: A place where rich celebrities pay stylists to dress them shabbily, while they muck it up with the average folks (who are kept outside...
We've been added to 'fake news sites' list and we're offended!
Оbviously this author can't recognize masterful propaganda when she sees it.
But as long as we have our 'offending' couch we know we can survive. We are so offended that we never looked this good... and at our age! We will be looking for something to be offended again by about 2pm this afternoon.
To be offended is the first sacrament of Progressivism. Feeling offended helps to make an issue out of it, which leads to an entitlement, a right, more votes, and more funding!
Despite conspiracy theories, Hillary, Hindenburg just fine
Thoroughly debunked by now, except in the fevered imaginations of some alt-right wing conspiracy kooks, is the rumor that Hillary, our next president, had a seizure during a news conference. Hillary is fine, and the extreme head bobbing, coughing fits, and laughter over four Americans dying at Benghazi is perfectly normal behavior according to Snopes and other reliable sources.
Unfortunately, the alleged “seizure” still keeps coming up on the internet and in social media, information outlets that we don’t yet fully control, and here again we must lay these ludicrous claims to rest.
The Alt-Right's Tools for Intolerance
New documents brought to light by an investigative watchdog group show that immigrants preparing to enter the U.S. had to undergo “cultural bias” training in 2016 by a group known for advocating strong immigration measures.
The Immigrant Reform Institute uncovered the documents through a Freedom of Information Act request. The documents revealed many immigrants and refugees were forced to attended a three-day “Tools for Tolerance” seminar put on by the Heritage Foundation in Los Angeles earlier this year.
Secret Transmission: Red Square travels to the Motherland
Attention all Cubists:
Now that Comrade Red Square has finally (after 22 years) obtained US citizenship and a passport, he can legally cross the border without a disguise. His first foreign operation is going to be a reconnaissance mission to the Motherland. The trip is to gloriously commence tomorrow (Tuesday) and will successfully end on the third next Tuesday after that, immediately following the proletarian holiday code-named "Labor Day." All Cubists must remain in their cubicles until further notice. Instructions will follow...
Islamic Roulette: like Russian Roulette but with six bullets
From the team that brought you Living with Moderate Muslims, the Board Game, comes a special package for Muslim Appreciation Month:
ISLAMIC ROULETTE
1. Load a revolver with six bullets.
2. Aim it towards your head.
3. Say "It has nothing to do with Islam" and pull the trigger. This ends the game.
We also have versions customized for diverse world cultures...
A weird makeover trick Hitler wished he had known
One can't overestimate the importance of image branding. Hitler lost the war because of a weak branding strategy that failed to inspire and retain the sympathies of the world community. In spite of the best efforts by the Nazi Reich Minister of Propaganda, Joseph Goebbels, the Hitler brand was mostly associated with such trigger words as war, evil, destruction, violence, aggression, racism, bigotry, slavery, oppression, and death.
Since then the science of branding and public relations has progressed exponentially, helping the most disadvantaged candidates to win in the court of public opinion by hiring the best political technologists money can buy. Those who would otherwise have a hard time retaining loyalty and support even from their mothers, can now easily become influential leaders, start and win wars, or ...
Courts rulings make every Democrat voter a SuperVoter™
Great news, comrades! Our court system is doing its due diligence in assuring that every Democrat voter is a SuperVoter™. By striking down voter ID requirements in four states, hopefully setting a trend, Democrat SuperVoters™ can vote early and often.
How do the courts do it? Simple. By invoking the Race Card™, unbiased fair-minded judges are able to satisfy themselves that demanding a voter identify himself (or herself, itself, etc.) is racist. In fact, one justice said that North Carolina's law clearly showed “racially-discriminatory intent” and that the law would "target African-Americans with almost surgical precision."
Hillary beats Trump's Purple Heart with more, bigger medals
Determined not to be outdone by her opponent after Donald Trump announced that he had been given a Purple Heart, Hillary Clinton appeared at campaign rally wearing all of the medals she has been given by her supporters.
Thanks to the 9th Circuit Court of Appeals declaring that the Stolen Valor Act was unconstitutional, Hillary supporters have been able to lavish all types of military decorations on the presidential candidate, including several Purple Hearts, the Congressional Medal of Honor, Victoria Cross, Order of Lenin, and the Knights Cross with Diamonds, Swords and Oak Leaves.
#FreeTheNipple! Except Melania Trump's
It's just not fair that Republican women are better looking. To even the playing field of twin peaks, we Progressives are limiting the use of #FreeTheNipple, so that voters won't realize how attractive Republican women are.
From these points downward, only Democrats should #FreeTheNipple, as well as Progressive Socialists who like Bernie Sanders. This will increase the exposure of the sagging Democrat campaign, rather than doubling the support of Republicans.
"Free" goes for other body parts as well. Malia Obama recently tested the limits of celebrating women's bodies by showing her behind at Lollapalooza. As an 18-year-old, Malia is no longer a child, and capable of making her own decision to shake that booty.
Nazis are Bad
Nazis are bad. I think we can all agree on that. But what is a Nazi? I don't really know. What I do know is that they are bad. I hate them for being bad and that makes me good. And since I am good, anybody who disagrees with me is bad. Since anybody who disagrees with me is bad, anybody who disagrees with me is a Nazi.
See how easy it is to figure out who the Nazis are?
The government needs to set prices for stuff. We pay too much for a lot of stuff, and that profit just makes the rich richer. The government should tell companies what they can charge for the stuff they sell. If you don't agree with me, you're a Nazi.
Clintons to star in 2016 Remake of The Menagerie by DNC
Part of the original Star Trek series, The Menagerie tells the story of a Star Fleet captain whom a cunning alien race tricks into living with a hideous woman by creating an illusionary reality, in which they are both healthy, beautiful, and romantic.
The 2016 remake of this story by DNC Studios premiered at the Democratic Convention last night, with an updated plot, in which the same illusion expands to the entire audience: the viewers see the hideous woman, played by Hillary Clinton, as healthy, beautiful, and romantic, while her partner, played by Bill Clinton, has always seen her for what she really is but continues to play along out of habit and for the sake of convenience.
Kremlin emails: reckless Trump inspires Russian espionage
A teenage hacker, calling himself "Batman Onesie," has been identified as Wikileaks' source of newly leaked email correspondence from within the Kremlin. What the emails reveal is the chilling security threat that Donald Trump, possibly our next president, has become.
The most damning email evidence is a conversation between Vladimir Putin, and the current head of the Federal Security Bureau, Alexander Bortnikov. A translated transcript follows…
PUTIN: Dear Sasha, I was just now in the Kremlin lounge channel surfing through American newscasts on the web. You won't believe what I saw...
Hillary Breaks Glass Ceiling - Thousands Injured
In what is being called the worst political disaster in American history, Hillary Rodham Clinton broke the glass ceiling on Tuesday night, injuring thousands at the Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia.
Those in attendance at the Democratic National Convention little suspected that nominating Clinton would result in catastrophe. The evening’s events began innocently enough with a montage of the first 43 presidents on a large video monitor above the podium. Suddenly the face of Hillary Clinton appeared via live video feed, emerging through flying shards of glass. As the first rows of conventioneers reeled back from the stage with multiple lacerations...
Little is truly known about Tim Kaine
Hillary Clinton may well have made history by becoming the first woman to win the presidential nomination, but let's not forget about her running mate, Tim Kaine, who also made history by shattering an even more impenetrable glass ceiling as the first fictional character from an alternative timeline to run for vice president in this universe.
Until now this fact remained a closely guarded secret, open only to the elite group of DNC strategists who have spent years trying to summon Kaine from the alternate history universe of Command & Conquer real-time strategy video game franchise, where he acts as an immortal mastermind behind the ancient and secretive Brotherhood of Nod society.
DNC strategists draw a direct connection between Kaine and the Abrahamic figure of Cain, which he does not...
Scientists locate original group of Islamists in the Amazon
A group of bigoted "biological anthropologists" have recently come up with a study comparing the size of a howler monkey's vocal tract and the size of his testicles. Disguised as a study of monkeys, their so-called research is, in fact, a subliminal reinforcement of the worst stereotypes about the revolutionary movement of Islamic peoples around the world, as well as some of their progressive allies in Western countries.
To wit, pictures of howler monkeys must have been specifically selected to remind viewers of news footage taken at Muslim Brotherhood rallies during the Arab Spring and other similar events. Additionally, the researchers' snide comments further reveal their Islamophobic bias:
- Males with bigger vocal folds and smaller testicles live in smaller social groups with one single male dominating a number of females...
Become an instant winner by flipping charts upside down
Are you a US President plagued by high unfavorability ratings, national debt, budget deficit, unemployment, and poor economic performance? We can help! Your problems will go away instantly if you apply this easy method developed by our scientists at the Karl Marx Treatment Center. Keep reading!
Finding an effective remedy is difficult. Self-medication, such as alcohol, medical marijuana, or hallucinogenic drugs can boost your self-esteem, but their effect is short-lived. Our experts estimate that more than 70 million Americans have poor academic or job performance caused by drugs and alcohol, online porn, or acting as a...
Raising the minimum GPA
As summer ends and fall begins, our minds inevitably turn toward education and how unfair and rigged the system is for those of privilege. Because it is well established that America is nothing but a backward cesspool of racism and denied opportunity to all but a few, the Great Struggle™ for equality must continue until we reach the Progressive Utopia of Next Tuesday™.
No, comrades, it’s not enough to demand free education and $15 minimum wage - it’s time we demanded a minimum GPA for all! What is education but a hollow promise to those whose lot in life deprives them of the chance to finish school because they simply didn’t produce the right “numbers”?
Is DNC transphobic?
Comrades, didn't the Current Truth™ say there were at least 50 genders, while gender itself was fluid? Meaning that you could identify as a pansexual non-binary genderqueer zhe-zir one day and the next day a womyn (because mentioning men is sexist and patriarchal)?
Then why is the DNC removing two male Bernie delegates from Vermont and requiring they be replaced with womyn in order to have gender quotas?
I'm sure it has nothing to do with the fact that these two are Bernie delegates elected by The People™ and probably didn't want to vote for glorious Hillary. Shame on those patriarchal typical male delegates...
Sexy Lenin, e-smoking Stalin, and Marx the Terminator
The Russian Communist Party is sexing up its election campaign with Photoshopped posters depicting the Bolshevik leader, Lenin, as a young stud with a red laptop, a communist t-shirt, blue jeans, and a hot babe by his side. Then there's a Photoshopped picture of Stalin sucking on a red advanced personal vaporizer, or MOD (a type of e-cigarette for you non-smokers), with a caption, "Modernize, comrades!" There's also a leather-clad Karl Marx carrying a volume of Das Kapital (spelled in English for some reason as "Capital") and saying the Terminator's line, "I'll be back," also in English.
Barack Holmes: 'the gun was the murderer'
TV super-sleuth series based on modern-day Sherlock Holmes, Barack Holmes, gets canceled as dwindling audience tires of predictable Barack Holmes always discovering that the gun was the murderer.
BLM line blocks ambulance causing death of black patient
CHICAGO, IL - "Black Lives Matter" protesters blocked off West Roosevelt road near the Illinois medical district early this morning in a attempt to disrupt the morning commute of people trying to get to work.
The group, which protested earlier police shootings of African-Americans, refused to move aside even for an ambulance with its lights and sirens blaring, as it transported an unidentified young African-American male who was caught in the crossfire of one of Chicago's daily exchanges of gang-related gunfire.
Secret Service admits flaws, resigns
This month's White House Press Secretary, Josh Earnest, seemed a bit off his game when fielding questions from reporters concerning the resignation of the president's Secret Service detail.
A fuller picture emerged when a former Secret Service agent, going by his codename of "Rogue Honky," held a press conference on the recent mass resignation. "We listened to the president's speech about law enforcement needing to admit their problems and issues, and we got to thinking...
Living with Moderate Muslims: the board game
You already miss this year's Ramadan Bombathon? Your family lives in a country with few Muslims? You envy your European friends who get to know the joyful and open-minded religion that is Islam, with its peaceful suicide bombings, its feminist-friendly female oppression, and its cultural annihilation?
Then it is time for you to buy our new board game! From the teams of proles that brought you the People's Cube™ and Political Korrekntess™...
"Brexit crushes the value of Pi" and other impact studies
Experts around IPCC already see Brexit influences on climate - scenarios show that it will worsen.
There is a chance - anyway, it can’t be excluded - that due to Brexit the sacred value of Pi (those 3.14159...) will shrink, possibly to just 3.
Studies for further traces of Brexit-inducing activity also started, focusing on Vladimir Putin, Dr. Fu Manchu, Ernst Stavro Blofeld, and HAL 9000.
Research for Zionist roots in Brexit (the Jew pulling the strings behind the scenes) did for now present no unequivocal proof...
The British Are Going! The British Are Going!
To Arms, World Citizens! To Arms! The British have rejected the New World Order!
In a stunning upset of the forces of order and decency, the British have voted to exit the European Union. Prime Minister David Cameron has conceded the vote, and, with a catch in his voice as he spoke at No. 10 Downing Street, announced his impending resignation by October.
It seems that knuckle-dragging nationalism is not just the province of the American...
Dig a Hole for Gun Control!
The Democrats’ recent historic, storied, epic, heroic, and romantically glorious sit-in on the House floor has inspired me to ponder what I can do to get noticed, become a social media darling, and engage in a little fundraising for my foundation that does so much to help the oppressed and less fortunate by drawing other people’s attention to their plight.
Eight years ago, I perched on a high-rise ledge to raise awareness of how much I cared about something. I spent 62 days on that ledge, during which time I raised the awareness, started a national dialogue among everyone who agreed with...
The nation's socialist left elite are #HypocritesNoMore
In a stunning development that interrupted coverage of the Democrats' "Hey Hey, Ho Ho, Civil Right’s have got to go" PR stunt, numerous celebrities and politicians have decided to forgo armed protection.
In a hastily announced simultaneous press conferences held in Hollywood and Washington DC, media spokespersons for the new Hypocrites No More organization, read off a long list of media celebrities and the hierarchy of the nation’s socialist left who will no longer be protected by guns.
What is it like to fire a Daisy BB gun?
What's it like to fire a Daisy BB gun? It's an experience I'll never forget. Everybody knows BB guns are scary looking and ought to be banned, but I thought I'd try to shoot one without any preconceived notions. What I encountered changed me forever.
I took a deep breath and determined to enter a Wal-Mart. A "greeter" met me with, "Howdy, welcome to Wal-Mart." I'm from the north. We don't say "Howdy". I sneer back at the microaggression and strain to hold back tears of rage. Barely controlling myself, I asked where I could find a BB gun. He directed me to "sporting goods," still smiling and gloating over his slyly delivered offense.
Global Warming scientists dispatched to analyze Orlando
The reasons for the tragic deaths in Orlando’s nightclub remain shrouded in an impenetrable fog of mystery. The initial hypotheses formulated publicly by Prof. Obama were regrettably vacuous, and could not be corroborated until now.
Eager to continue in the spirit of the most transparent administration ever, White House looked promptly for the best and brightest analytical minds across the country. That step was easy.
Here they are - masters of imaginative research, wizards of creative statistics, designers of spellbinding diagrams - our UN-approved Climatists!
Breaking: Orlando shooter may have worked near Chick-fil-A
As law enforcement authorities begin to piece together evidence related to the Orlando shooting, a darker, more sinister image begins to emerge of the mass murderer. In a shocking testimony from his ex-wife, FBI investigators discovered that Omar Mateen had once worked near a Chick-fil-A, and may have visited the Creation Museum in Kentucky.
"He was fine with the gay lifestyle," said his former wife. "In fact, he even joined Gays for Allah and became a leader in the movement with a promising future." But all that was destined to change. Omar's ex-wife continued, "One day he came home smelling like chicken...
UN Islamic Terror Korrekt Response Protocol v2.0
Comrades, these are dark times indeed. If you do not know how to react after the terrible events in Orlando, please refer to the United Nations Islamic Terror Korrekt Response Protocol version 2.0 (UN-ITKRP v2.0). Your nation's response will be given a score based on the korrektness™ of your actions (maximum score: 10/10).
1. It has nothing to do with Islam
2. Change the color of landmark buildings
3. Dear Leader's statement to exclude word "Islam"
4. Avoid being called Islamophobe
5. Imagine all the people...
6. Progressive crackdown on political opponents
7. Media: blame gun owners, not Muslims
8. Islamic response
9. Doublethink
10. Shoot the messenger
Hillary obtains critical mass, is now first radioactive nominee
Hillary Clinton made history on Tuesday night as she received enough delegates to obtain critical mass and became our first radioactive nominee for President. The historic moment was caught on camera by CNN as the Democratic candidate raised her arms triumphantly and emitted a blinding flash with the heat of a thousand suns.
Only CNN was able to continue broadcasting as Hillary Clinton was bathed in a radioactive glow. All other news organizations had their coverage interrupted by her electromagnetic pulse...
Cincinnati Zoo apologizes for zoo sniper tell-all bio
Cincinnati Zoo director has been compelled to issue an awkward apology after Amazon announced the release of the controversial autobiography, In Broad Daylight, the account of the elite zoo sniper who killed Harambe, the silverback gorilla, on May 28 of this year. The sniper, Wayne "Cooter" Ledbetter, details in the book how he "done kilt" Harambe, the now deceased gorilla.
"We are a group of quiet professionals," said Maynard. "We do our job, we work as a team, and we don't allow for any chest-thumping braggadocio." Mr. Ledbetter has received notice that he is no longer employed by Cincinnati Zoo, and that he will be shunned from the Society of Zoo Snipers."
Why a socialist can't be a superhero and vice versa
To begin with, "socialist" and "superhero" are a contradiction in terms.
To be a superhero, one needs the innovation of capitalism and the conservative values of self-reliance.
Progressives argue that superheroes must be socialist because they believe in science, otherwise they wouldn't be able to develop all their gadgets and souped up vehicles, etc., e.g. Batman.
Well, if Batman were a socialist, he wouldn't be using his own money. He'd rely on government grants, and the plotlines of most superhero movies would revolve around the superhero unable to save the city from annihilation because the Republicans cut funding to his secret laboratory. Or they did increase his funding, but it wasn't as much as he demanded so it's still considered a cut...
BLM to boycott Big Sunscreen for racist discrimination
TAMPA BAY, FL - Members of the local Black Lives Matter chapter (BLM) are calling for a boycott of local businesses that sell merchandise designed for white people, such as sunscreen lotions and related skincare products. According to the organization, the sunscreen industry has a history of glamorizing white culture through advertisements that show only light-skinned people, while completely excluding the people of color.
"Sunscreen commercials always portray wealthy white people lazying about on clean beaches or expensive motorboats that minorities just can't afford," says a statement released by Tampa Bay BLM...
Hindenburg reporter summoned to describe crash of Target
Following multiple comparisons of Target's recent $10 billion stock crash to the Hindenburg disaster, our editors asked a renown necromancer and psychic worker, Miss Courvoisier, to channel the voice of Herbert Morrison, a radio announcer best known for his dramatic report of the tragic crash of Hindenburg airship in 1937.
Miss Courvoisier, who works the astral from noon to 8pm from her boardwalk psychic booth next to a liquor store on Coney Island, happily agreed.
Below is the transcript of the audiotape.
DNA test traces origins of Hillary cackle to hyena ancestors
Animal behaviorist Dr. Kale Crumlin didn't know how close he was to the truth when a few months ago he first shared his observations with a small circle of colleagues in a paper titled, "The Behavior and Habits of Hillary Clinton," in which he compared the former First Lady to the dominant female in a clan of spotted hyenas, also known as laughing hyenas.
"The cackle, the facial expressions, and the predisposition to dominate males were the first behavioral clues," wrote Dr. Crumlin, referring to a known scientific fact that spotted hyena society is matriarchal; females are larger...
The Official Hillary for America Woman Card!
It's here! It's girly pink! And best of all, it's free! It will make us feel good about ourselves!
Finally, we women have something we can whip out whenever we feel like it!
It's none other than the Official Hillary for America WOMAN CARD!™
Play it anytime you feel like a victim. Anytime you feel entitled.
VIDEO: CONSPIRACY THEORY LIMBO
It's hilarious, it's under four minutes, and it's easily the best video ever made by the People's Cube.
Nat'l Enquirer: John Kasich's real dad was the milkman
Presidential candidate John Kasich told us many times that his father was a humble mailman. At least that's what his mom always told him when he was growing up. However, a new explosive revelation from a former neighbor, now a Bernie Sanders voter, may rip the lid off this childhood make-believe story.
"The whole town knew," the neighbor alleges, "that it was a flamboyant milkman who delivered milk to Mrs. Kasich's door from about 1950 to 1954."
Also in The National ENQUIRER is a report on the location of all 88 bound delegates from the states of Colorado, Wyoming, and Utah whom Presidential candidate Ted Cruz had courted and whom no one had seen again - until now!
Obama signs 'Anti Cultural Appropriation Act'
Henceforth, to prevent all forms of cultural appropriation, all cultures and races are forbidden to dress, behave or talk like other cultures and races. To avoid being called a hypocrite, the president ordered one wing of the White House to be rebuilt as an African hovel. He himself vows to "only wear clothing indigenous in the countries my ancestors were from."
Chinese people can no longer vote. China has been an empire and then a communist dictatorship, so by voting these people with Chinese ancestry appropriate Western culture. Shame on them!
Reading will only be allowed to white people, since Native American and African cultures did not have a sophisticated writing system...
King Salman and Obama agree on voter exchange program
MECCA, SAUDI ARABIA - A joint US-Saudi Arabia press conference was held outside the Kaaba late Tuesday night for King Salman and U.S. President Barack Hussein Obama, in which they summed up their negotiations that ended in a friendly agreement and a mutually beneficial citizen exchange program.
Noting the many hours of "robust" negotiations, King Salman addressed the American people directly: "First, you'll never find out what's in the 28 redacted pages of the 911 Commission Report, and we promise not to dump $750 billion US Treasury notes."
He then stunned reporters with a bold proposal, noting his kingdom's chronic shortage of foreign slaves...
Columbia University honors Hitler's economic policies
COLUMBIA UNIVERSITY, NY - During a student-organized seminar held at the ivy league university today, participants were offered a slide presentation highlighting Nazi Germany's economic policies, which many found inspirational.
According to the project's lead creator, "This presentation excludes the racial policies and focuses on the economic and social aspects of the German socialist society at that time. This approach allows students to have an unfiltered and unbiased look at how successful a truly socialist nation can be - or could be again, here in the United States...
Check your privilege at the entrance. Thank you. Management.
In the spirit of current developments regarding all kinds of privileges, the People's Cube Management is introducing new rules:
Upon entering, every comrade must check his, her, or its privilege at the Privilege Check Room. You will always be able to claim it back upon exit. All you have to do is submit the following paperwork:
- filled-out Privilege Survey
- detailed ethnic analysis from Ancestry DNA
- proof that you have self-identified with your current gender for at least 6 months prior to submission...
Lack of hate crimes at all-time high
WASHINGTON, DC - This morning a protest was held on the steps of the Capitol, voicing disapproval of the fact that hate crimes against minorities, women, and homosexuals are so rare as to be nonexistent. The largely peaceful demonstration went on for several hours and dispersed after nobody paid much attention to them.
"This is a really traumatizing event for me," said one male participant who asked only to be identified as a woman. "My entire life, my identity, my very being is built around me being a downtrodden and oppressed minority. If I'm not oppressed and downtrodden, then what am I? Nothing."
Some of my best friends are Trump supporters
I originally wrote this article for the American Thinker (03/28/16). I wasn't going to post it here, hoping to spare this site from the same temporary insanity that has split the rest of America into those who support Trump and those who hate him and his supporters (as evident from the 633 comments on AT).
But then a couple of weeks later I was contacted by Australia's major news site, News.com.au, with a request to republish the piece. It was published on 4/16/16, richly illustrated with archive photos and videos - and once again, attracted many comments, ranging from "the best article I've seen on news.com.au in years" to "you suck." Apparently, this is an international phenomenon.
Comrade Irina's video: Top 5 reasons to vote for Hillary
Comrade Irina Alexandrovevskivich has sent us another important transmission. She is hot like hammer and sickle on red banner of revolution. All comrades must listen and spread message in these exact words among workers and peasants of Amerika.
All women vote for woman. All men vote for man. Makes sense. Hillary very good at picking leaders. Look at Libya, country much better now.
The unwashed intelligentsia is with you, Irina! You managed to complete five reasons in only four reasons, much like glorious successes with Stalin's Five Year Plans!
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Kagan Urges Czech Volleyball Player on Court, for Diversity
Echoing earlier statements by Justice Sotomayor who complained of a lack of diversity on the Supreme Court, Justice Elena Kagan today suggested that President Obama nominate a Czech women's volleyball player to replace deceased Justice Antonin Scalia.
Speaking to a crowd at George Washington University, Kagan observed that "[t]he Court is comprised totally of middle aged-to-elderly Americans, and there's not a looker among them. I truly believe that a Czech volleyball player could bring valuable new perspectives to our jurisprudence, and she would be exactly what is needed to change the low opinion that Americans have of the Court. And because diversity."
We're funnier and redder than The Boston Globe!
The People's Cube responds to the Boston Globe “Trump” issue: before predicting the future, take a closer look at the present:
- 74% of Americans don’t recognize their country anymore, believe we’re on the wrong track
- Race riots, looting, cop murders in urban areas
- Islamic terrorists rampage through Boston, Obama blames Climate Change
- Presidents gives $150 billion to our archenemy Iran
- Medical bills quadruple
- High taxes, bad trade deals drive industries out of U.S.
- IRS targets political opposition
- Prolonged recession feels like depression; middle class on its way to extinction
- "Illegals before Vets" program launched; southern border remains wide open...
Supreme Court strikes down State Homicide laws
A novel defense by a Tennessee man has had an unexpected effect, resulting in a U.S. Supreme Court decision that has effectively nullified almost every murder conviction in every state of the union.
The new and far-reaching court finding has sent State Attorneys General across the country into panic mode, as inmates all over the land anticipate imminent release from prison, and many victims cower in fear of retribution.
In a 5-to-4 vote, the Supreme Court has overturned 2012 triple murder conviction...
The People's new animated series by Joseph Stalin the 3rd
Another week, another confiscated enemy spy video Comrades.
This one is focused on the efforts of the progressive global political establishment to bring down a certain American billionaire.
The Meeting of the Minds - Episode 3 is what the capitalist pig spies are calling this one.
MULTICULTURAL: Newspeak word of the week
By our EU correspondent in Brussels
Glorious comrades from across the Ocean:
For us in the European Reich, Newspeak has been the official language for many years, and in this spirit I would like to share some advice and tips on how to use this language to my Korrekt Amerikan Komrades.
The newspeak word of the week is:
"MULTICULTURAL"
Megyn Kelly is no Seven of Nine; she is One of Sixteen
Last week on her FOX News Kelly File, Megyn Kelly asked audience members if we thought there was any resemblance between her and a character from Star Trek called Seven of Nine. She then posted the same question on Facebook, with a video.
Indeed, Seven of Nine was a formerly human Borg drone who assimilated individuals into the Borg collective until the Voyager crew separated her from the Hive Mind and she returned to humanity. Comrade Kelly, on the other hand, is devolving in a different direction. Having joined the collective of 16 media dronettes, she has assimilated into the NeverTrump Hive Mind and may as well start calling herself One of Sixteen.
RNC, DNC tell voters they're important, special
The Republican and Democratic National Committees both issued statements today to reassure primary voters and caucusgoers that their votes, donations, and efforts are just super. While the RNC release focused on rumors of a brokered convention, and the DNC addressed the influence of superdelegates, both committees expressed that rank-and-file voters are really, really terrific.
For the DNC, superdelegate and former President Bill Clinton wrote, “I know, all too well, that most of the buxom young squirrels in our party have been supporting Bernie...
The People's Cube is 11 years old: OPEN THREAD
European Cultural Suicide Awards
From our European contributor in Brussels:
As you all know it has been a good year for those of us striving relentlessly to extinguish every remnant of the vile bourgeois and racist "European Culture". With some help from our radical friends in the Middle East, a true exodus has begun with millions of refugees flooding the fertile fields of Europe. I hope soon my Amerikan comrades will also have the joy to participate in this wonderful phenomenon! To honor those who strive towards the cultural suicide (or should we say euthanasia?) of the outdated European culture with its ridiculous "free press", "women's rights" and "democracy", the Kommissariat and High Praesidium has created a set of awards.
Poor Me Mag 3- Michelle Fields: I've fallen & I can't get up
The story dominating today's news cycle is how woman-hater Donald Trump's campaign manager assaulted a truthful female reporter Michelle Fields as she approached the candidate with a reasonable question, demanding to know when he was going to stop beating his wife.
According to Michelle Fields, Trump's male chauvinist pig campaign manager, Corey Lewandowski, immediately pushed her to the ground, where he kept kicking her with his cast-iron-tipped cowboy boots, after which he repeatedly raped her - knowing full well that nobody would pay attention amidst all the noise in a room packed with reporters and cameras - as he surely must have done to other female reporters in many a crowded room along the campaign trail.
His plan worked: nobody in the room - even Michelle Fields herself - became aware of the attack until the next day, when she suddenly collapsed into a politically induced coma and was moved to National Review Memorial Hospital.
Shakedown Socialism: second edition, improved & expanded
The positive response to my first book was overwhelming. Many readers on Amazon praised Shakedown Socialism for its insights, style, and originality, regretting only that it was too short. By popular demand, I have republished it with more relevant material and a new, more attractive cover. Here is one such review:
I've bought books on Amazon for a while but never felt the need to write a review before. This is not a typical anti-socialist book at all. None of the familiar rhetoric you might be expecting. While not an academic work by any means, the author makes some of the most compelling arguments I've ever read, and from an angle you seldom think about. His anti-union argument is so perfect, I will be repeating it in conversations for the rest of my life. Some serious mental ammunition for arguments with any unfortunate, collectivist-leaning friends you may have. Even if they refuse to read it, the images (on practically every page) might catch their attention if you can get them to flip through it...
China ramps up secret program to send Trump into space
As NASA is selling its soul to capitalism, China is finishing up its secretive military facility in Argentina, which will help them in their space endeavors. China is ruled by one of the greatest governments on earth, which has crushed all opposition to its authority and has built a substantial economy. Everyone living under their regime has a deep appreciation of the government for keeping unqualified masses away from democracy.
China also has mixed feelings about Donald Trump. On the one hand, the Chinese government sees super-rich and successful Trump as one of their own, but on the other hand, it hates Trump as a privileged...
SeaWorld unveils plans for new Seatopia marine habitat
Under intense pressure from animal rights groups, Sea World acknowledged today that it will be ending the Killer Whale, or Orca, shows that have delighted and educated millions over the past 50 years. As part of the announcement Joel Manby, SeaWorld's president and CEO, also introduced plans for an ambitious new exhibit tentatively named “Seatopia.”
"We've come to realize the cruelty of keeping magnificent mammals like Orcas in captivity" said Manby. "That is why we have decided to immediately replace our entire Orlando park with a 160-acre, 100-foot deep ocean simulator."
Wild Party-Approved Videos (updated)
Our video section of the Cube had been defunct for some time due to code changes on the YouTube side, but now it's been fixed and we invite all comrades to check out our new and old PeoplesTube videos.
Why socialists need capitalism: best explanation so far
Have you heard of the shocking and terrifying diaper gap that is now dividing this nation? It is said to be so dire that the White House is urging immediate government assistance to buy baby diapers. Philosophically, this puts disposable plastic consumer products in the category of inalienable rights guaranteed by the government: among these are Life, Liberty, and the Pursuit of Diapers.
When I lived in the USSR, we never even heard of disposable diapers. For our three children, we used pieces of cloth which we washed regularly...
EXCLUSIVE: First gay bar opens in Tehran
The unthinkable has happened: an American gay bar called "The Pink Cucumber" has just opened in the centre of Tehran. As an emissary from the European Union's Ministry of Truth I had the honor to take part in a recent cultural visit to Iran to study this phenomenon.
My first visit was to the offices of prime minister Rouhani. The prime minister stressed that his government wanted to show the world how Iran respects the ideas and preferences of other cultures. In his exact words...
LEAKED: NSA recruits users of voyeuristic porn sites
WASHINGTON, DC - A leaked recruitment letter reveals that the National Security Agency bolsters its ranks with individuals who frequent pornography websites themed around the sexual fetish of voyeurism, which is the act of watching unsuspecting people during private intimate moments.
Similar types of recruitment pools are not unheard of in the government or the military. For example, drone pilots are often recruited from among avid gamers because it is believed that those passionate about controlling vehicles or characters in a simulated world...
Video: Donald Trump takes care of Black Lives Matter protest
CHICAGO, IL - Tonight one thousand peaceful communists, socialists, anarchists, Black Lives Matter activists, devout Muslims, immigration advocates with Mexican flags, and local students of Marxism, disrupted a meeting of some twenty five thousand angry and violent Trump supporters, leading to its cancellation. The Trump crowd had it coming because they had conspired to shut down everyone else's right to free speech by buying tickets to the event, which was closed to those who didn't have tickets. That was a grotesque violation of the protesters' right to get inside, jump on the podium, rip Trump signs, and scream "F** Trump" into a TV camera.
Strange animal behavior observed in areas Hillary speaks at
It has long been speculated that animals have some uncanny ability to sense approaching natural disasters, such as earthquakes or storms. Others believe animals are more sensitive to the supernatural and can get a feeling of one's personality just by being near him or her.
Animal specialists in Michigan have observed an odd spike in excessively anxious and even aggressive animal behavior in the recent several weeks, focused around the areas of Lansing and Detroit. In particular, this phenomenon could be easily documented in multiple animal shelters maintained by local branches of Humane Society...
Bernie only candidate brave enough to take on Big Deodorant
Bernie Sanders gets it. He’s the only candidate who understands economics, and he’s the only real choice for the People™. Other candidates talk about going toe to toe with “Big Oil” or “Big Pharmaceuticals”, but only Bernie has the courage to take on Big Deodorant, and he’s not afraid to raise a stink about it!
Bernie is right. It’s a national tragedy when our kids go hungry and all they have to choose from is 23 underarm spray deodorants. Now, I don’t know how much money goes into the corporate coffers of Big Deodorant, but it’s probably in the trillions.
Can Socialist Monopoly compete with Capitalist Monopoly?
We all know how the game of Capitalist Monopoly works: one player wins and the rest lose, at least until the next round. But what if you are a permanent loser? That is unfair. The most obvious solution to this crisis is to remake the rules in your favor.
Brilliant minds among the loser community have made repeated attempts to make new rules that would allow them to become winners. They mostly ended up with appointing one of the players to be a dictator (usually themselves), who promises to redistribute everything on the board equally so that everyone wins. The dictator appoints assistants and together they become the government. For this plan to work, the government must forcibly take over all the property on the game board...
Hillary mimics cult leader Jim Jones to get minority vote
INDIANAPOLIS, IN - Jason McKay has made a living for himself by assisting criminologists and psychologists in creating psychological cases of some of the world's most dangerous and high profile criminals, cult leaders, and killers in recent history. In the past twenty years, McKay has also been called on by FBI investigators to help with their investigation of serial killers, such as Jeffrey Dahmer or the BTK killer, which resulted in him creating extensive and invaluable case files that have since become gold standard in criminology.
But it wasn't until this February that McKay has also caused a political stir with some unsettling observations he made while watching Hillary Clinton...
Trump poster: Make America FEEL THE EARN again!
Please notice that I haven't once used the Cube to bash or promote any of the GOP candidates, even though some others have tried. I respect our members and their opinions. I also waited for the field to clear and see where the primaries would end up.
Now that Trump has won Nevada and Drudge declared him "the nominee" - apparently because The Donald is likely to win most other states - I thought it was time to post this "Feel the Earn" banner and suggest that we start uniting behind one candidate.
Veteran homes to be repoed for released Gitmo detainees
WASHINGTON, DC - President Obama announced that he is going to finally shut down Guantanamo Bay, keeping a promise he made back in January of 2009. As part of the Closure Plan, of the nearly 1,000 terror suspects currently held in the prison approximately 600 will be relocated to a maximum security prison inside the United States. Once they have completed their time, if they are not to be held indefinitely, they will be offered a U.S. citizenship and additional funding to help them get a decent start with a new life as a new American.
Expecting many Americans to be outraged with this idea, the administration...
BERNIE SINGLES fight for dating equality and justice
Are you constantly enraged over dating inequality? Do you agree that the government should step in and guarantee the romantic desires of the toiling masses, from each according to his ability, to each according to his needs?
Meet Bernie Singles - an online community of unwashed lonesome comrades longing for dating equality and a fair redistribution of mating partners.
We welcome yet another dating website that models itself on the People's Cube. For too many years our People's Dating Service remained the only outlet of romantic progressivism for toiling workers and peasants of all 57 genders and variations thereof. Revisit these threads, comrades - we assure you that all of those characters are still single.
New Black Panthers purge transracial members, cause outcry
ATLANTA, GEORGIA - The New Black Panther Party, an admittedly black supremacist group, has announced last week that their organization has purged 137 of its members nationwide after it was discovered that they had a Caucasian, Asian, Hispanic, or a Native American parent or grandparent.
The discovery came after the New Black Panthers initiated a new mandate requiring all current members and applicants to prove their African heritage with documents showing at least four generations of pure and unadulterated African ancestry.
Of the 137 expelled members at least 30 had been revealed to have Caucasian parents on both sides...
The Current Truth About the Church
Remember the days, comrades, when we were panic-stricken at the idea of a Catholic presidential candidate because he might defer to the Vatican on all the things that are so important to the Progressive agenda?
Remember how proud we were of Catholics like Kerry and Pelosi putting the Party above whatever the Pope thought? So much so that we don’t even think of them as Catholics, except when they deem it convenient to mention.
Remember how we rubbed our hands with glee and drooled over the prospect of the Catholic Church collapsing and disintegrating under the weight of all those sex scandals—incessant, outraged talk of which vanished into thin air about five minutes after Old Man Ratzinger resigned...
Achtung! Bernie Sanders goes Nazi chic with Shepard Fairey
Some decades ago a wise man said, "The fascists of tomorrow will be called anti-fascists." It seems that tomorrow is already here and we may as well say, "The fascists of today call themselves anti-fascists."
Enter Shepard Fairey, the favorite visual agitator and propagandist of the American Left. We don't think he considers himself a fascist at all. It's just that when he tries to think of the coolest possible visual for a socialist candidate like Bernie Sanders, he comes up with a design that not only screams "national socialism" due to its style and execution, but directly imitates the elements and composition of Nazi paraphernalia.
iPhone Jihad: Brought to you by Apple
Attention ISIS customers: Apple continues to provide a secure product to plan and organize your attacks on infidel non-believers.
If you are caught or killed, can your internet browsing history and your contact list remain unidentified by the FBI? Will your phone remain locked? Carry an Apple iPhone, it will! By Allah, you have rights, and Apple will protect them.
iPhone: spread the Religion of Peace with peace of mind.
Satan trying to free himself from Hillary's body: VIDEO
This happened when Hillary struggled to finish her speech in Harlem, in which she said that white Americans needed to recognize their "privilege." Then she started coughing and trying to suppress various apparently living and moving objects trying to come out of her mouth.
We hear they found a giant wad of wet goat hair on the floor behind the podium where she was standing that looked remarkably like a hair ball similar to what an animal would cough up. Surely there is a reasonable explanation for that.
Other sighting included...
Dear Leader to anoint Himself as Supreme Court Justice
As Progs across this great land celebrate the death of Supreme Court Justice Antonin Scalia -- a man who has stood in the way of Next Tuesday for decades -- there is one bit of bad news for those of us working for Global Warming Equality. Here, just read this: Greens faced with nightmare scenario at the Supreme Court
If only the assassins had gotten to him a few days earlier! Our way FORWARD is clear: Justice Scalia's replacement must be named immediately, and there is only one who can get the job done: Dear Leader Himself. Just think, once he's appointed to the Supreme Court, it's a lifetime position and he won't have to muck about with silly term limits and other artifacts of bourgeois baggage from an era whose days have long passed.
KUBE KLASSIKS: Valentine Guide to Dating Dictators
Dating a dictator can be a scary and dangerous endeavor. But it also offers an opportunity to meet the authoritarian oppressor of your dreams, provided that the proper precautions are taken. Whether you are a young starry-eyed Utopian or have been around the eastern bloc for a while, everyone can benefit from these tips and guidelines for safe dictator-dating procedures.
Do not jeopardize your livelihood for a night out having fun. By observing the following tips, you can still have a great time and live.
Rich White Republican Holds Down Minorities, Women
Manchester, NH – When Ted Cruz won last week's Iowa caucuses and Marco Rubio nearly tied for second, the Republican party seemed to show signs that it was finally open to allowing minorities to achieve success. Then the New Hampshire primary brought the GOP firmly back to its roots as rich white man Donald Trump's convincing victory laid to rest any illusions that a minority or female candidate could ever be the party's nominee.
In the more tolerant Democratic party, women and minority candidates won Iowa, finished no worse than second in New Hampshire, and are heavily favored in the upcoming contests.
Exposed: Hillary Clinton's abuse of campaign employees
DETROIT, MI - In what seems to be a far from isolated case, reports are surfacing about the treatment workers campaigning for Hillary Clinton must endure on a daily basis if they wish to keep their employment under the 2016 presidential hopeful. Some of the conditions have been described as near-slave-labor, including a ban on bathroom breaks. The most severe treatment is found in areas like Detroit, Michigan, where any form of employment is difficult to come by and the workers know that no matter how poorly they are treated, they will not find work elsewhere.
University student discovers root cause of global warming
An archaeology student at the University of Southern North Dakota at Hoople made the startling discovery while at a site in Egypt.
While working at the site of the Abusir necropolis near Cairo, student Alexandra Knudson casually observed that ‘every time we study history we have to dig’. The off-hand comment almost let to her summary expulsion. Other students began to discuss the possibility and eventually a theory was passed on to the other science departments at the university.
After over two years of study and observations, it was determined that several factors outside of the current climate change ‘consensus’ were actually the cause of the recorded increases in temperature.
Iran announces it will stop executing LGBT prisoners
TEHRAN, IRAN - In an effort to make the Islamic Republic of Iran a more progressive and socially accepting state, its government has announced that it will indefinitely halt the routine executions of homosexuals within its borders and even legally recognize gay marriage, which signifies a dramatic shift in national policy.
The announcement came early yesterday morning in the wake of the massive amount of money given to the nation of Iran by the United States. It is speculated that the recent change of heart is a direct result of the Obama administration's friendly attitude towards Iran.
It came as a shock to the LGBT activists in the U.S. who had previously written off Iran as an enemy of their movement. But now that the Iranian government has made an official stance against the public hanging of its homosexual citizens, the LGBT community has opened the doors to the possibility of labeling the Islamic nation as an ally...
True story: Stalin extracted and analyzed Mao's excrement
If you cringe at NSA's methods of gathering dirt on world leaders, consider what the KGB had been gathering to achieve similar results. In the 1940s Stalin's secret police had set up a special department to get its hands on foreign leaders' excrement with the ambitious aim of constructing psychological portraits by analyzing their feces.
Chairman Mao became the first foreign leader whose stool was stolen by the KGB.
Retired KGB agent Igor Atamanenko, who claims he had uncovered this project while doing research in the archives of the Russian secret services, told the BBC that "in those days the Soviets didn't have the kind of listening devices which secret services do today. That's why our specialists came up with the most extravagant ways of extracting information about a person."
Dem, GOP voters agree: extermination is the only solution
The latest NBC News/Wall St. Journal polling revealed a rare area of agreement between Democrat and Republican voters, namely that both groups now overwhelmingly believe that only the merciless slaughter of the opposing party and its voters can solve America's problems. Among those identifying as Republican, Conservative, or Libertarian, 83 percent favored the wholesale massacre of all liberal freaks, while 87 percent of Democrats, Liberals, and Progressives supported the total liquidation of right-wing lunatics.
"For most of 2015 the country's mood was defined by anger at the inexplicable stupidity of the opposition party...
Berkeley: white students to purchase free-speech insurance
The University of California has adopted a new policy requiring all students who identify with being Caucasian to purchase mandatory "Free Speech Insurance" as part of enrollment fees, $1,000 per-semester, set to begin in the fall semester of 2016.
The idea had been bouncing around for about a year until the UC Board of Trustees was able to put all the logistics in place. The concept of mandatory Free Speech Insurance (FSI) is based on the belief that "free speech" and "safe spaces" on campus are mutually exclusive as they stem from fundamentally different belief systems that are diametrically opposed to one another.
Gov't to measure and tax your flatulence through cap & trade
Little tiny instruments tucked in a small capsule can track how much gas you are producing, sending signals to a government agency tasked with tracking, measuring, and capping your release of greenhouse, or rather brownhouse gasses, to ensure a better future for our children.
The gas you have been uncontrollably releasing into the atmosphere can very likely be the cause of cataclysmic events that make nuclear winter look like a walk in a park. Until now your right to release the dangerous methane freely has been protected by the Constitution, leading to a situation when citizens took for granted their habit to pass gas at will and without any government permission.
DHS: If you see something, you watch your mouth
WASHINGTON – Secretary of Homeland Security Jeh Johnson announced a new DHS "Check Your Privilege Before You Say Something™" public awareness campaign created in cooperation with the Council of American-Islamic Relations (CAIR) and ACLU.
The nationwide campaign highlights the Department's continued efforts to partner with social justice activists, Muslim organizations, and minority pressure groups to ensure the safety and security of their members and field operatives..
North Korea Honors Bernie Sanders for his Socialist Stances
PYONGYANG, NORTH KOREA - Reports are surfacing from various Chinese news sources that a bust of Bernie Sanders has been erected in the "people's garden" behind the Presidential Palace at Pyongyang, the capital of North Korea, sometime during the past few weeks. Sources say a plaque beneath the statue reads "Bernie Sanders, Hero of True Socialism, Proponent of Communist Ideals."
This event marks the first time that a U.S. citizen has received any kind of recognition from the DPRK and is only one of a few other foreign nationals to be officially recognized by the State of North Korea. The only other foreign recipients to be honored with a bust of their likeness have been Vladimir Lenin, Joseph Stalin, Karl Marx, and Mao Zedong, who are all reportedly located side by side in the garden among ...
CAPTION THIS: Putin drives a stake through Lenin's mummy
I made this as an illustration to the news that Vlad Putin, whose grief over the dissolution of the Soviet Union has led him on a quest to find the culprit, has now concluded that it was Vlad Lenin. It was Lenin who started the first "color" revolution that ruined the glorious Russian Empire, and it was he who laid a time bomb at the foundation of the USSR with his destructive policies.
Putin's task is now to kill the revolutionary spirit that sent the centuries-old empire into its current turmoil, which is still dormant inside the mummified body inside a glass casket inside a mausoleum in Red Square - at the foot of the Kremlin, in the middle of Moscow, at the very heart of Russia.
At the same time, not to alienate his communist allies inside and especially outside Russia (a solid support base for sabotage and influence operations overseas), Putin performs an intellectual contortion, admitting that he still likes communism and socialism - just...
Better Barbies for the People's female-gendered children
Our female-gendered (or self-identified as such) Children™ no longer have to suffer from unattainable beauty standards induced by patriarchy and cisgender privilege.
After years of our coordinated attacks on Mattel, the company has now complied with the Will of the People™ to celebrate Compulsory Diversity™ by modifying the existing Barbie line to include minorities, body styles, and hair differences. Reeducated with our mandatory scientific methods, Mattel researchers have improved the line to reflect a more "normal" appearance, including but not limited to "muffin-tops," under-arm "bat-wings," scars from arthroscopic knee surgery, toenail fungus, acne scars, tattooed "tramp-stamps" and stretch marks...
Captain Craptek and the Show Trial of Tomorrow
The morning roll call showed that one comrade was missing from the barracks. Specifically, Captain Craptek. And with it, my briefcase containing a pen and a phone, blank signed stationeries with executive orders, and compromising materials on all party members. You understand that one can't run an efficient party operation without maintaining dirt on one's comrades.
Coincidentally, the briefcase also contained nuts. We don't know at this time if Craptek was more interested in the nuts or in the dirt. But a search under his bunk bed uncovered an unregistered email server with filed serial numbers. The insides of the server contained a lot of dirt and some nut shells.
Seattle money pit gives birth to a bouncing baby money hole
SEATTLE, WA - As Washington State continues its mission to drain the wealthy of all their money, they have successfully opened another money hole for the money pit. Many witnesses have said that watching a newborn money hole opening up is close to seeing a miracle, with some suggesting to use public funds for the new hole's child support since the old money pit does not have enough left.
In the meantime, one of the newborn hole's alleged parents, named Bertha, is reportedly feeling bored of the Washington job and seeks vacation money to go to Rio De Janeiro for the Olympics...
Cult 'Disciples of Barack' Claims the End Times are Here
From an undisclosed location somewhere in the Chicago metropolitan area, a cult known as "Disciples of Barack," whose members revere President Obama as a living deity, has taken to the streets and social media platforms with the message that "the arrival of Donald Trump signifies that the end times is here and the only escape from the horror and peril is to leave with us on January 20th, 2017 at 11:00pm Eastern Time."
Jeremiah Allison, the self-proclaimed profit and leader of the Disciples of Barack, has come out in the open for the fist time since he conceived this religion during the 2008 presidential race
An open letter to Fareed Zakaria from The People's Cube
[ PROG OFF ] CNN host Fareed Zakaria is now calling to censor social media because he was offended by The People's Cube satire about his writings. Without mentioning that our satire was a hyperbolic buildup on his own recent writings, Zakaria cries for government protection of his hurt feelings, making it clear that he can dish it out but can't take it. Taste your own medicine, Fareed.
"Progressives" have trolled, ridiculed, satirized, maligned, insulted, bullied, and lied about conservatives since the inception of the Internet. But once they see the signs of oncoming traffic, they cry and run to mommy - or to the nanny state in this case...
What to do when a Refugee Crushes on You?
The Cologne Mayor's recent advice on how women should handle themselves with immigrants/refugees did more harm than good, in terms of our progressive dreams and hopes. Women must learn their proper progressive place when it comes to state decisions on immigrants and refugees. One must make themselves subservient to the state.
As such, we have put together a helpful guide for progressive women. As it comes to the state's wishes, every woman approached for a sexual assault by immigrants/refugees should do the following...
Clinton ties Iran-Navy confrontation to video, vows revenge
Former Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton, now a candidate for the Democratic Party nomination in the race for the White House, disclosed that the recent tension with Iran involving the forced detention of American sailors was caused by the release of a derogatory video last week.
"Once again, irresponsible insults by a film maker have resulted in American lives being placed in jeopardy," stated Clinton Spokesperson Aiden Abet. "In direct response to the insults made in this 'film'--in reality nothing more than a hate crime on celluloid--the Iranian Republican Guard spontaneously rose up to avenge...
White House: human-animal splicing will make better humans
WASHINGTON, DC - President Obama has approved animal-human DNA splicing research today, which he is hoping will ultimately lead to the creation of the New Man, the most equal living creature on the planet fit to live in the progressive society of the future as predicted by Karl Marx.
While other countries are still unsuccessfully attempting to breed the New Man by genetically modifying the human race, Barack Obama, after studying the human genome, has concluded that humans in their existing form lack many necessary qualifications. Humans, as they exist today, have a number of uncorrectable shortcomings, starting with inefficient warm-blooded bodies that require food, clothes, and shelter...
Condensed version of Obama's SOTU
The toiling workers and peasants of the American Union marked the historic 7th Obama government year with new successes in economic development and unparalleled advancement of the people's well-being and cultural awareness. It was the most audacious, revolutionary year of my auspicious, historic presidency.
Guided solely by the Party and its beloved leadership, America has become ideologically pure and organizationally integrated, with the leader as its one and only center. We have largely overcome factionalism and opportunistic ideological trends of all hues...
French Border Flooded by German Refugees
Following New Year's Eve attacks in Cologne and elsewhere, the French-German border has been clogged with desperate Germans attempting to escape the worsening humanitarian crisis brought on by the Muslim migrants. With their homes devastated, their families torn apart, and little prospect for peace back in Germany, hundreds of thousands of German refugees are now ready to leave everything behind to find the security they so desperately need.
For millions of Germans, their first place of safety was a neighboring country, like Holland, Belgium, or Denmark. But...
Snopes debunking of People's Cube needs more debunking
Snopes.com, a fact-checking website with a mission to uphold the Current Truth by demolishing unauthorized deviations from the Party line (while leaving the Party-approved deviations undisturbed), has stepped in it when it began to disprove the People's Cube satirical fiction.
Their first few debunkings of our political fantasies were thorough and neutral in nature, which made them quite amusing. They started with our story about how Rosie O'Donnell tattooed the black flag of ISIS on her butt to protest American imperialism. Snopes's professional journalistic investigation into this subject matter made a fascinating read. A few more similar debunkings of our political parodies followed, which one might call "over-debunking." Naturally, we responded with more spoofs about how the Snopes.com CEO was arrested...
Bill Clinton suffers minor injuries chasing MSNBC intern
COUNCIL BLUFFS, IOWA - Witnesses are coming forward confirming that former President William J. Clinton suffered minor injuries back stage while his wife, Hillary Clinton, attended a town hall event as a part of her presidential campaign yesterday.
According to a dozen witnesses, shortly after his arrival at the event center, Bill Clinton started talking to Nicole Reynolds, a 22 year old MSNBC makeup intern.
"No one knew what to do," Alex Knight, an audio technician, told a reporter. "We were specifically instructed not to engage or even speak to any member of Clinton's staff, let alone Bill Clinton. There was nothing we could do. It was a very uncomfortable scene for everyone to watch. At the same time we could hear Hillary talking about women's rights over the speakers, which I thought was ironic."
Republicans mentally rape Dem voters with Hillary scandals
With more of Hillary’s emails being exposed to the nation's mindset, certain previously suppressed memories begin to emerge out of the subconscious, causing us to doubt her ability to control our reality.
We were not supposed to know or care about Hillary's ties to Sid Blumenthal. It was for our own good that we didn't remember who this man was. We were all better off thinking and feeling only what Hillary wanted us to think and feel. Now that the Republicans have ruined this blissful relationship, we begin to feel disturbed by unsolicited facts and unauthorized memories that lead us to question our trusted Democratic leaders.
CNN host Fareed Zakaria calls for jihad rape of white women
Fareed Zakaria, CNN host of 'Foreign Affairs,' a program focusing on international events, has in his private blog called for the merciless rape of white females by Islamic minority groups shortly after openly gloating over the rise in premature deaths of white males in his article in The Washington Post.
Zakaria's blog post unapologetically calls to increase the death rate of white Middle America by systematically targeting Caucasian females.
Top 16 things that won't happen in 2016
In this New Year edition of No News Good News we are happy to inform our readers that the following things are not going to occur in the coming year:
- Iran nuke annihilates Israel; defiant James Taylor sings "You've got a friend" over smoking pile of ashes
- Chicago man claims to be world's worst liar; nobody believes him
- College students crumble from micro-aggression; counselors redouble self-esteem-building efforts
- Shocking study finds over-hyping 1,000% effective, changes everything forever!!
CONTEST: best tip jar ideas for the People's Cube donations
How many of you think nothing about leaving a $10 tip after a dinner at a restaurant? Why not tip the host after visiting the People's Cube?
It has become a People's Cube tradition that in the last days of the outgoing year we post a list of things that didn't happen that year, a list of things that won't happen in the coming year, and sometimes a list of things that will, indeed, happen.
See our lists for the years of 2012, 2013, and 2015. For all we know, 2014 never happened.
Once again, special thanks to the most equal contributions from Will Beria, our Official Listmaster of Things that Didn't Happen and Will Not Happen.
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Soleimani's remains FedExed back to Iran and now no one knows what happened to the box
BREAKING: massive search underway in Iran after Soleimani's boxed FedEx'd remains stolen off front porch
Liz Warren harshly critical of Biden's suggestion to coal miners that they should learn to code, offers to have them trained as romance novelists instead
Pelosi: "First we have to impeach Donald Trump before we can find out why we impeached him."
Schiff calls his Amazon Alexa to testify: 'She knows absolutely everything'
Iran answers to new Reagan statue in Berlin by erecting Obama statue at Tehran airport where he delivered pallets of cash
California accepts award for most progressive environmental policies; further progressive developments to be announced as blackouts permit
BREAKING: Romney DNA test reveals he is 1/1024th Republican
California Governor Gavin Newsom blames electricity blackouts on Ukrainian kulaks, vows revenge
Rat falling from White House ceiling fears for his life, begs reporters for protection, offers a tell-all memoir
Latest UN climate report shows this month so far has seen the scariest climate pronouncements on record
Climate science: there's no need for climate protests in China because China is already communist
Islamic clerics split on whether Reps. Ilhan Omar and Rashida Tlaib should be traveling around the world without an accompanying male relative
Dem candidates call for the Beatles' song 'Get Back' and the 'White Album' to be banned; surviving two white guys of the group must pay reparations
Bond's number is up: next 007 will be a black woman, played by Barack Obama
NYT: moon landing was one small step for Man, one giant leap for White Male Supremacy
HURRICANE WATCH: Tropical storm Barry has records sealed, once offshore expected to change name to Barack
Trump politicizes the 4th of July, declares it henceforth to be called the 45th of July, or July the Trumpth
Barack Obama critical of Trump for failing to insert 'I, me, my' into his 4th of July speech: "very unpresidential!"
Congressional Democrats: John Dean's testimony proves Trump is Nixon in disguise and must be impeached
Bernie Sanders admits to being a millionaire, promises to eat himself if nominated
International Women's Day observed, women only paid 73% of attention afforded to men
Democrats: anti-Semitism means never having to say you're sorry
AOC: aborting babies helps preserve the planet for the next generation
Bernie Sanders launches presidential campaign, promises to "build a great big beautiful Iron Curtain" around America if elected
West Virginia renames itself Eastern Kentucky to avoid further embarrassment from Virginia
BREAKING: Justice Ginsburg released from hospital after breaking 3 ribs at late night bar brawl in Adams Morgan
DNA news: Senator Warren tanking in latest totem polls
Orwell studies: 84% of academics believe problems raised in 1984 can be fixed with solutions from Animal Farm
Progress in gender justice: online dating industry issues recommendations for men to wear body cameras, bring attorneys as chaperones
Study: the only people who don't know what socialism is are the socialists
Poll: 1 in 3 #FightFor15 activists believe movement is related to lowering the age of consent across America
CNN expert: Kavanaugh confirmation will increase global warming by 3 degrees
Harry Reid comes forth to say Judge Kavanaugh didn't pay any taxes in high school
Hollywood to America: If you've got a flag on the Moon, you didn't plant that; some other country made that happen
Protest march in straight jackets against Trump ends in chaos as participants try but fail to free themselves
HEADLINES YOU WILL NEVER SEE: California Gov. Jerry Brown single-handedly stops wildfires in his state by issuing an immediate statewide ban on wildfires
San Francisco closes all Planned Parenthood clinics after sting operation catches employees using plastic straws
Vegan mother undergoes experimental surgery to force her breasts to produce almond milk
With none of his emails answered, frustrated Nigerian man commits suicide and leaves $100bn fortune to charity
California gives new meaning to strawman argument as caped Strawman battles supervillains in restaurants, bars, and fast food joints
Violence increases in Mexico as cartels switch from smuggling drugs to plastic straws to San Francisco
Obama proposes a Paris Economic Change agreement among nations to address how world will cope with future runaway economic warming
Stormy Daniels plans border visit to give migrant children freebies
San Francisco: man dumping off 20 lbs of human waste in plastic bag on street corner cited for using non-biodegradable plastic bag
BREAKING: ICE renamed Planned Citizenship, immediately absolving it of all criticism
Senate Democrats demand Supreme Court nominee not be unduly influenced by U.S. Constitution
BREAKING: In 2018, Obama and Biden can finally celebrate Recovery Summer
IG Report: the FBI broke the law, but since there was no criminal intent, no reasonable prosecutor would bring such a case
Pelosi on Trump's MS-13 "animals" comments: "Four legs good, two legs bad"
Iran nuclear talks set to resume between the United States and John Kerry
Report: The Mueller investigation has finally determined that the lyrics to Louie Louie are not about Trump and Russian collusion
MARKETS: Demand for carbon credits spikes as Hamas seeks to undo damage to Earth's atmosphere caused by burning 10,000 tires on Gaza border
BREAKING: After state reassignment surgery Pennsylvania will henceforth be known as Transylvania
Experts: If we don't act now, unicorns will be extinct in just ten years. Children will ask, "Mommy, what's a unicorn?" Women and minorities will be forced to seek alternative hallucinations
Korean war must continue: Hawaiian federal judge declares Trump's peace effort unconstitutional
New York: feminists march on Broadway, demand the street be given new, non-misogynistic name
Experts: California's planned transition of all state jobs from citizens to illegal aliens by 2020 will help to avoid bankruptcy and save money for social programs for illegal aliens
Putin: If I didn't want Hillary to be president she would be dead
Doritos maker PepsiCo to introduce snack line for women; new Doritas™ chips will be 77% as big as Doritos and won't make any scary 'crunchy noises'
TMZ: Tooth Fairy accused of sexually assaulting millions of children, outs self as Transgendered Tooth Recovery Specialist
RUSSIA COLLUSION: Trump offers Putin to trade Rep. Maxine Waters for two unnamed members of the State Duma
Ikea founder dead at 91; his coffin arrived in a box with confusing instructions and took 3 hours to assemble
This Thanksgiving ex-president Obama continues with his tradition of apologizing to turkeys everywhere for the injustice they suffered since America's founding
Oslo, Norway: 2017 Nobel Peace Prize goes to advocacy group about which you'll forget immediately after reading this headline
Cambridge, MA, library to replace racist 'Cat in the Hat' with inclusive 'Che in a Beret'
Millions of men worldwide eagerly await broadcast of Hugh Hefner's funeral, solely for the articles
Bill Gates offers to pay for Trump's wall on condition he gets to install Windows
Bernie Sanders introduces single-payer public transportation bill to end America's unequal, unfair, and expensive private transportation system
DNC embroiled in controversy after official Twitter account accidentally 'likes' pictures of US Constitution and Bill of Rights
Hurricane Irma hits Cuba, causes millions of dollars worth of improvements to property and infrastructure
Climate study: extreme weather may be caused by unlicensed witches casting wrong spells in well-meaning effort to destroy Trump
Ex-president Obama declares Irma "Hurricane of Peace," urges not to jump to conclusions and succumb to stormophobia
CNN: Trump reverses Obama's executive order banning hurricanes
ISIS claims responsibility for a total solar eclipse over the lands of American crusaders and nonbelievers
When asked if they could point to North Korea on a map many college students didn't know what a map was
CNN: We must bring America into the 21st century by replacing the 18th century Constitution with 19th century poetry
Pelosi: 'We have to impeach the president in order to find out what we impeached him for'
BREAKING: As of Saturday July 8, 2017, all of Earth's ecosystems have shut down as per Prince Charles's super scientific pronouncement made 96 months ago. Everything is dead. All is lost. Life on Earth is no more.
DNC to pick new election slogan out of four finalists: 'Give us more government or everyone dies,' 'Vote for Democrats or everyone dies,' 'Impeach Trump or everyone dies,' 'Stop the fearmongering or everyone dies'
Al Gore's "An Inconvenient Sequel: Truth to Power" is humanity's last chance to save the Earth before it ends five years ago
Experts: The more we embrace diversity the more everything is the same
BOMBSHELL: TMZ offers Kathy Griffin $5 mil to keep any future sex tape private
DEVELOPING: CNN, WaPo, NYT anonymous sources say Vladimir Putin may have ties to Russia
BREAKING: Manning and Snowden have come out with strong condemnation of Donald Trump leaking classified information to Russia
Gun store goes into lockdown over report an "active university professor" roving the grounds
Dozens injured at Ralph Lauren & Louis Vuitton headquarters after Ivanka calls in missile strikes on rival fashion houses
BOMBSHELL: Evidence proves Donald Trump conspired with his campaign to defeat Hillary Clinton
University ranked "very intolerant of free speech" fights the accusation by banning the study and all involved
Concerned that Russians don't consume enough alcohol in the month of March, Russia's Orthodox Church makes St. Patrick's Day official holiday
Grassroots group calls for "The Million Regulators March" on Washington, supported by all who fear the loss of their betters telling them what to do
Experts: Starbucks CEO Schultz's hiring of 10,000 Muslim refugees likely to blow up in his face
Will the groundprog be frightened by its own shadow and hide - or will there be another season of insane protests?
Trump signs executive order making California and New York national monuments; residents have two days to vacate
Women's March against fascism completed with 400,000 fewer deaths than anticipated
Feminist historians uncover ghastly concentration camps where so-called "housewives" were forced to live inauthentic lives slaving away in kitchens
Dictionary of the future: Global Warming was a popular computer simulation game, where the only way to win was not to play
"Anti-fascist" groups violently protest misspelling of their original name, "aren't-we-fascists"
Post-inauguration blues: millions of democrats distraught as the reality of having to find real jobs sets in
"Journalism is the continuation of war by other means" is exposed as a fake quote by mainstream media journalists
Congressional Democrats: "We cannot just simply replace Obamacare with freedom because then millions of Americans will suddenly become free"
Schoolchildren jailed for building only white snowmen
Obama's reckless attacks on Russia serve as recruitment tool to create more Russian hackers
Hillary: "I lost, so I'm going to follow our democratic traditions, poison the wells, and scorch the earth"
Children in Venezuela cook and eat their Christmas toys
Hillary: "I can hack Russia from my bathroom"
Hillary suggests to counter "fake news" with government newspaper called "Truth" ("Pravda" for Russian speakers)
BREAKING: Millions of uncounted votes found on Hillary's private voting machine in her Chappaqua bathroom
After years of trial and error, CIA finally succeeds with the "waiting it out" technique on Fidel Castro
Post-election shopping tip: look for the PoliticsFree label at your local grocer to make sure you don't buy from companies that don't want your business anymore
In Hillary's America, email server scrubs you
Obama transfers his Nobel Peace Prize to anti-Trump rioters
Democrats blame Hillary's criminal e-mail server for her loss, demand it face prison
Afraid of "dangerous" Trump presidency, protesters pre-emptively burn America down to the ground
Clinton Foundation in foreclosure as foreign donors demand refunds
Hillary Clinton blames YouTube video for unexpected and spontaneous voter uprising that prevented her inevitable move into the White House
Sudden rise in sea levels explained by disproportionately large tears shed by climate scientists in the aftermath of Trump's electoral victory
FBI director Comey delighted after receiving Nobel Prize for Speed Reading (650,000 emails in one week)
U.N. deploys troops to American college campuses in order to combat staggeringly low rape rates
Responding to Trump's surging poll numbers, Obama preemptively pardons himself for treason
Following hurricane Matthew's failure to devastate Florida, activists flock to the Sunshine State and destroy Trump signs manually
Tim Kaine takes credit for interrupting hurricane Matthew while debating weather in Florida
Study: Many non-voters still undecided on how they're not going to vote
The Evolution of Dissent: on November 8th the nation is to decide whether dissent will stop being racist and become sexist - or it will once again be patriotic as it was for 8 years under George W. Bush
Venezuela solves starvation problem by making it mandatory to buy food
Breaking: the Clinton Foundation set to investigate the FBI
Obama captures rare Pokémon while visiting Hiroshima
Movie news: 'The Big Friendly Giant Government' flops at box office; audiences say "It's creepy"
Barack Obama: "If I had a son, he'd look like Micah Johnson"
White House edits Orlando 911 transcript to say shooter pledged allegiance to NRA and Republican Party
President George Washington: 'Redcoats do not represent British Empire; King George promotes a distorted version of British colonialism'
Following Obama's 'Okie-Doke' speech, stock of Okie-Doke soars; NASDAQ: 'Obama best Okie-Doke salesman'
Weaponized baby formula threatens Planned Parenthood office; ACLU demands federal investigation of Gerber
Experts: melting Antarctic glacier could cause sale levels to rise up to 80% off select items by this weekend
Travel advisory: airlines now offering flights to front of TSA line
As Obama instructs his administration to get ready for presidential transition, Trump preemptively purchases 'T' keys for White House keyboards
John Kasich self-identifies as GOP primary winner, demands access to White House bathroom
Upcoming Trump/Kelly interview on FoxNews sponsored by 'Let's Make a Deal' and 'The Price is Right'
News from 2017: once the evacuation of Lena Dunham and 90% of other Hollywood celebrities to Canada is confirmed, Trump resigns from presidency: "My work here is done"
Non-presidential candidate Paul Ryan pledges not to run for president in new non-presidential non-ad campaign
Trump suggests creating 'Muslim database'; Obama symbolically protests by shredding White House guest logs beginning 2009
National Enquirer: John Kasich's real dad was the milkman, not mailman
National Enquirer: Bound delegates from Colorado, Wyoming found in Ted Cruz’s basement
Iran breaks its pinky-swear promise not to support terrorism; US State Department vows rock-paper-scissors strategic response
Women across the country cheer as racist Democrat president on $20 bill is replaced by black pro-gun Republican
Federal Reserve solves budget crisis by writing itself a 20-trillion-dollar check
Widows, orphans claim responsibility for Brussels airport bombing
Che Guevara's son hopes Cuba's communism will rub off on US, proposes a long list of people the government should execute first
Susan Sarandon: "I don't vote with my vagina." Voters in line behind her still suspicious, use hand sanitizer
Campaign memo typo causes Hillary to court 'New Black Panties' vote
New Hampshire votes for socialist Sanders, changes state motto to "Live FOR Free or Die"
Martin O'Malley drops out of race after Iowa Caucus; nation shocked with revelation he has been running for president
Statisticians: one out of three Bernie Sanders supporters is just as dumb as the other two
Hillary campaign denies accusations of smoking-gun evidence in her emails, claims they contain only smoking-circumstantial-gun evidence
Obama stops short of firing US Congress upon realizing the difficulty of assembling another group of such tractable yes-men
In effort to contol wild passions for violent jihad, White House urges gun owners to keep their firearms covered in gun burkas
TV horror live: A Charlie Brown Christmas gets shot up on air by Mohammed cartoons
Democrats vow to burn the country down over Ted Cruz statement, 'The overwhelming majority of violent criminals are Democrats'
Russia's trend to sign bombs dropped on ISIS with "This is for Paris" found response in Obama administration's trend to sign American bombs with "Return to sender"
University researchers of cultural appropriation quit upon discovery that their research is appropriation from a culture that created universities
Archeologists discover remains of what Barack Obama has described as unprecedented, un-American, and not-who-we-are immigration screening process in Ellis Island
Mizzou protests lead to declaring entire state a "safe space," changing Missouri motto to "The don't show me state"
Green energy fact: if we put all green energy subsidies together in one-dollar bills and burn them, we could generate more electricity than has been produced by subsidized green energy
State officials improve chances of healthcare payouts by replacing ObamaCare with state lottery
NASA's new mission to search for racism, sexism, and economic inequality in deep space suffers from race, gender, and class power struggles over multibillion-dollar budget
College progress enforcement squads issue schematic humor charts so students know if a joke may be spontaneously laughed at or if regulations require other action
ISIS opens suicide hotline for US teens depressed by climate change and other progressive doomsday scenarios
Virginia county to close schools after teacher asks students to write 'death to America' in Arabic
'Wear hijab to school day' ends with spontaneous female circumcision and stoning of a classmate during lunch break
ISIS releases new, even more barbaric video in an effort to regain mantle from Planned Parenthood
Impressed by Fox News stellar rating during GOP debates, CNN to use same formula on Democrat candidates asking tough, pointed questions about Republicans
Shocking new book explores pros and cons of socialism, discovers they are same people
Pope outraged by Planned Parenthood's "unfettered capitalism," demands equal redistribution of baby parts to each according to his need
John Kerry accepts Iran's "Golden Taquiyya" award, requests jalapenos on the side
Citizens of Pluto protest US government's surveillance of their planetoid and its moons with New Horizons space drone
John Kerry proposes 3-day waiting period for all terrorist nations trying to acquire nuclear weapons
Chicago Police trying to identify flag that caused nine murders and 53 injuries in the city this past weekend
Cuba opens to affordable medical tourism for Americans who can't afford Obamacare deductibles
State-funded research proves existence of Quantum Aggression Particles (Heterons) in Large Hadron Collider
Student job opportunities: make big bucks this summer as Hillary’s Ordinary-American; all expenses paid, travel, free acting lessons
Experts debate whether Iranian negotiators broke John Kerry's leg or he did it himself to get out of negotiations
Junior Varsity takes Ramadi, advances to quarterfinals
US media to GOP pool of candidates: 'Knowing what we know now, would you have had anything to do with the founding of the United States?'
NY Mayor to hold peace talks with rats, apologize for previous Mayor's cowboy diplomacy
China launches cube-shaped space object with a message to aliens: "The inhabitants of Earth will steal your intellectual property, copy it, manufacture it in sweatshops with slave labor, and sell it back to you at ridiculously low prices"
Progressive scientists: Truth is a variable deduced by subtracting 'what is' from 'what ought to be'
Experts agree: Hillary Clinton best candidate to lessen percentage of Americans in top 1%
America's attempts at peace talks with the White House continue to be met with lies, stalling tactics, and bad faith
Starbucks new policy to talk race with customers prompts new hashtag #DontHoldUpTheLine
Hillary: DELETE is the new RESET
Charlie Hebdo receives Islamophobe 2015 award; the cartoonists could not be reached for comment due to their inexplicable, illogical deaths
Russia sends 'reset' button back to Hillary: 'You need it now more than we do'
Barack Obama finds out from CNN that Hillary Clinton spent four years being his Secretary of State
President Obama honors Leonard Nimoy by taking selfie in front of Starship Enterprise
Police: If Obama had a convenience store, it would look like Obama Express Food Market
Study finds stunning lack of racial, gender, and economic diversity among middle-class white males
NASA: We're 80% sure about being 20% sure about being 17% sure about being 38% sure about 2014 being the hottest year on record
People holding '$15 an Hour Now' posters sue Democratic party demanding raise to $15 an hour for rendered professional protesting services
Cuba-US normalization: US tourists flock to see Cuba before it looks like the US and Cubans flock to see the US before it looks like Cuba
White House describes attacks on Sony Pictures as 'spontaneous hacking in response to offensive video mocking Juche and its prophet'
CIA responds to Democrat calls for transparency by releasing the director's cut of The Making Of Obama's Birth Certificate
Obama: 'If I had a city, it would look like Ferguson'
Biden: 'If I had a Ferguson (hic), it would look like a city'
Obama signs executive order renaming 'looters' to 'undocumented shoppers'
Ethicists agree: two wrongs do make a right so long as Bush did it first
The aftermath of the 'War on Women 2014' finds a new 'Lost Generation' of disillusioned Democrat politicians, unable to cope with life out of office
White House: Republican takeover of the Senate is a clear mandate from the American people for President Obama to rule by executive orders
Nurse Kaci Hickox angrily tells reporters that she won't change her clocks for daylight savings time
Democratic Party leaders in panic after recent poll shows most Democratic voters think 'midterm' is when to end pregnancy
Desperate Democratic candidates plead with Obama to stop backing them and instead support their GOP opponents
Ebola Czar issues five-year plan with mandatory quotas of Ebola infections per each state based on voting preferences
Study: crony capitalism is to the free market what the Westboro Baptist Church is to Christianity
Fun facts about world languages: the Left has more words for statism than the Eskimos have for snow
African countries to ban all flights from the United States because "Obama is incompetent, it scares us"
Nobel Peace Prize controversy: Hillary not nominated despite having done even less than Obama to deserve it
Obama: 'Ebola is the JV of viruses'
BREAKING: Secret Service foils Secret Service plot to protect Obama
Revised 1st Amendment: buy one speech, get the second free
Sharpton calls on white NFL players to beat their women in the interests of racial fairness
President Obama appoints his weekly approval poll as new national security adviser
Obama wags pen and phone at Putin; Europe offers support with powerful pens and phones from NATO members
White House pledges to embarrass ISIS back to the Stone Age with a barrage of fearsome Twitter messages and fatally ironic Instagram photos
Obama to fight ISIS with new federal Terrorist Regulatory Agency
Obama vows ISIS will never raise their flag over the eighteenth hole
Harry Reid: "Sometimes I say the wong thing"
Elian Gonzalez wishes he had come to the U.S. on a bus from Central America like all the other kids
Obama visits US-Mexican border, calls for a two-state solution
Obama draws "blue line" in Iraq after Putin took away his red crayon
"Hard Choices," a porno flick loosely based on Hillary Clinton's memoir and starring Hillary Hellfire as a drinking, whoring Secretary of State, wildly outsells the flabby, sagging original
Accusations of siding with the enemy leave Sgt. Bergdahl with only two options: pursue a doctorate at Berkley or become a Senator from Massachusetts
Jay Carney stuck in line behind Eric Shinseki to leave the White House; estimated wait time from 15 min to 6 weeks
100% of scientists agree that if man-made global warming were real, "the last people we'd want to help us is the Obama administration"
Jay Carney says he found out that Obama found out that he found out that Obama found out that he found out about the latest Obama administration scandal on the news
"Anarchy Now!" meeting turns into riot over points of order, bylaws, and whether or not 'kicking the #^@&*! ass' of the person trying to speak is or is not violence
Obama retaliates against Putin by prohibiting unionized federal employees from dating hot Russian girls online during work hours
Russian separatists in Ukraine riot over an offensive YouTube video showing the toppling of Lenin statues
"Free Speech Zones" confuse Obamaphone owners who roam streets in search of additional air minutes
Obamacare bolsters employment for professionals with skills to convert meth back into sudafed
Gloves finally off: Obama uses pen and phone to cancel Putin's Netflix account
Joe Biden to Russia: "We will bury you by turning more of Eastern Europe over to your control!"
In last-ditch effort to help Ukraine, Obama deploys Rev. Sharpton and Rev. Jackson's Rainbow Coalition to Crimea
Al Sharpton: "Not even Putin can withstand our signature chanting, 'racist, sexist, anti-gay, Russian army go away'!"
Mardi Gras in North Korea: "Throw me some food!"
Obama's foreign policy works: "War, invasion, and conquest are signs of weakness; we've got Putin right where we want him"
US offers military solution to Ukraine crisis: "We will only fight countries that have LGBT military"
Putin annexes Brighton Beach to protect ethnic Russians in Brooklyn, Obama appeals to UN and EU for help
The 1980s: "Mr. Obama, we're just calling to ask if you want our foreign policy back. The 1970s are right here with us, and they're wondering, too."
In a stunning act of defiance, Obama courageously unfriends Putin on Facebook
MSNBC: Obama secures alliance with Austro-Hungarian Empire against Russia’s aggression in Ukraine
Study: springbreak is to STDs what April 15th is to accountants
Efforts to achieve moisture justice for California thwarted by unfair redistribution of snow in America
North Korean voters unanimous: "We are the 100%"
Leader of authoritarian gulag-site, The People's Cube, unanimously 're-elected' with 100% voter turnout
Super Bowl: Obama blames Fox News for Broncos' loss
Feminist author slams gay marriage: "a man needs a man like a fish needs a bicycle"
Beverly Hills campaign heats up between Henry Waxman and Marianne Williamson over the widening income gap between millionaires and billionaires in their district
Biden to lower $10,000-a-plate Dinner For The Homeless to $5,000 so more homeless can attend
Kim becomes world leader, feeds uncle to dogs; Obama eats dogs, becomes world leader, America cries uncle
North Korean leader executes own uncle for talking about Obamacare at family Christmas party
White House hires part-time schizophrenic Mandela sign interpreter to help sell Obamacare
Kim Jong Un executes own "crazy uncle" to keep him from ruining another family Christmas
OFA admits its advice for area activists to give Obamacare Talk at shooting ranges was a bad idea
President resolves Obamacare debacle with executive order declaring all Americans equally healthy
Obama to Iran: "If you like your nuclear program, you can keep your nuclear program"
Bovine community outraged by flatulence coming from Washington DC
Obama: "I'm not particularly ideological; I believe in a good pragmatic five-year plan"
Shocker: Obama had no knowledge he'd been reelected until he read about it in the local newspaper last week
Server problems at HealthCare.gov so bad, it now flashes 'Error 808' message
NSA marks National Best Friend Day with official announcement: "Government is your best friend; we know you like no one else, we're always there, we're always willing to listen"
Al Qaeda cancels attack on USA citing launch of Obamacare as devastating enough
The President's latest talking point on Obamacare: "I didn't build that"
Dizzy with success, Obama renames his wildly popular healthcare mandate to HillaryCare
Carney: huge ObamaCare deductibles won't look as bad come hyperinflation
Washington Redskins drop 'Washington' from their name as offensive to most Americans
Poll: 83% of Americans favor cowboy diplomacy over rodeo clown diplomacy
GOVERNMENT WARNING: If you were able to complete ObamaCare form online, it wasn't a legitimate gov't website; you should report online fraud and change all your passwords
Obama administration gets serious, threatens Syria with ObamaCare
Obama authorizes the use of Vice President Joe Biden's double-barrel shotgun to fire a couple of blasts at Syria
Sharpton: "British royals should have named baby 'Trayvon.' By choosing 'George' they sided with white Hispanic racist Zimmerman"
DNC launches 'Carlos Danger' action figure; proceeds to fund a charity helping survivors of the Republican War on Women
Nancy Pelosi extends abortion rights to the birds and the bees
Hubble discovers planetary drift to the left
Obama: 'If I had a daughter-in-law, she would look like Rachael Jeantel'
FISA court rubberstamps statement denying its portrayal as government's rubber stamp
Every time ObamaCare gets delayed, a Julia somewhere dies
GOP to Schumer: 'Force full implementation of ObamaCare before 2014 or Dems will never win another election'
Obama: 'If I had a son... no, wait, my daughter can now marry a woman!'
Janet Napolitano: TSA findings reveal that since none of the hijackers were babies, elderly, or Tea Partiers, 9/11 was not an act of terrorism
News Flash: Sen. Mary Landrieu (D-LA) can see Canada from South Dakota
Susan Rice: IRS actions against tea parties caused by anti-tax YouTube video that was insulting to their faith
Drudge Report reduces font to fit all White House scandals onto one page
Obama: the IRS is a constitutional right, just like the Second Amendment
White House: top Obama officials using secret email accounts a result of bad IT advice to avoid spam mail from Nigeria
Jay Carney to critics: 'Pinocchio never said anything inconsistent'
Obama: If I had a gay son, he'd look like Jason Collins
Gosnell's office in Benghazi raided by the IRS: mainstream media's worst cover-up challenge to date
IRS targeting pro-gay-marriage LGBT groups leads to gayest tax revolt in U.S. history
After Arlington Cemetery rejects offer to bury Boston bomber, Westboro Babtist Church steps up with premium front lawn plot
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Contraception after Abortion and Risk of Repeated Unintended Pregnancy among Health Plan Members
Debbie Postlethwaite, RNP, MPH; Justine Lee, MD; Maqdooda Merchant, MSc, MA;
Amy Alabaster, MPH; Tina Raine-Bennett, MD, MPH
Perm J 2018;22:18-058 [Full Citation]
E-pub: 09/10/2018
Context: Optimizing access to effective contraception at the time of abortion can reduce repeated unintended pregnancies.
Objective: To assess contraception initiation and repeated unintended pregnancies among women receiving abortions in Kaiser Permanente Northern California (KPNC) facilities and through outside contracted facilities.
Design: A retrospective cohort study was conducted using a randomized proportional sample of women aged 15 to 44 years having abortions in KPNC, to determine contraception initiation within 90 days. Demographic and clinical characteristics (age, race/ethnicity, gravidity, parity, contraceptive method initiated, and pregnancies within 12 months) were collected from electronic health records. Descriptive statistics, c2 tests, t-tests, and logistic regression models assessed predictors of long-acting reversible contraception (LARC) initiation and having another unintended pregnancy within 12 months of abortion.
Results: Women having abortions from contracted facilities were significantly less likely to initiate LARC within 90 days compared with those receiving abortions in KPNC facilities (11.99% vs 19.10%, p = 0.012). Significant factors associated with 90-day LARC initiation included abortions in KPNC facilities (adjusted odds ratio [aOR] = 1.87, p = 0.007) and gravidity of 3 or more. Women initiating short-acting or no contraception were significantly more likely to have an unintended pregnancy within 12 months of the abortion than those initiating LARC (aOR = 3.66, p = 0.005; no contraception vs LARC, aOR = 3.75, p = 0.005).
Conclusion: In response to this study, KPNC now provides reimbursement for LARC in all outside abortion contracts, internalized more abortions in KPNC facilities, and strengthened clinical recommendations for immediate, effective postabortion contraception, especially LARC.
Annually, 1.2 million women have abortions in the US; half of these women have already had at least 1 prior abortion.1 One way to help prevent repeated unintended pregnancies is to provide access to highly effective contraception at the time of abortion.2-8 Because of limited numbers of trained abortion providers and staff, referral to specialty abortion facilities is the predominant model of abortion care in the US.9,10
For personal reasons, some women may prefer their abortion care to be provided at facilities outside of their Health Plan. For some women who have their abortions through contracted abortion facilities, coverage or reimbursement for postabortion contraception may or may not be included in the abortion services. Besides coverage or reimbursement, specialty abortion facilities also must have immediate onsite contraception available, especially long-acting reversible contraception (LARC). As a result, some women may not receive contraceptive services from the contracted abortion facilities and on the same day as their abortion. Although referral to contracted specialty abortion facilities provides private and efficient access for many women, it may undermine the continuity of care and timely access to postabortion contraception.
As a large integrated health care system, Kaiser Permanente Northern California (KPNC) delivers emergent and nonemergent health services in its facilities. Abortion services are provided in many KPNC facilities and through preauthorized referrals to outside contracted abortion facilities. Both short-acting contraception and LARC are provided to KPNC Health Plan members as a covered benefit with most insurance plans regardless of whether they receive abortion care in KPNC facilities or from outside contract facilities. However, during this study period (2011-2013), contraception was not covered or reimbursed by KPNC as a part of outside contracted abortion services.
Our main study objective was to assess contraceptive initiation within 90 days of the abortion and to determine the risk of having a repeated unintended pregnancy within 12 months by the women receiving abortion services in KPNC facilities vs those receiving abortion services through outside contracted facilities.
We hypothesized that women having abortions in the KPNC facilities would be more likely to initiate contraception within 90 days, particularly LARC, compared with women having abortions through outside contracted facilities. A secondary hypothesis was that women initiating LARC would be less likely to have a repeated unintended pregnancy within 12 months compared with women initiating a short-acting or no contraceptive method within 90 days of their abortion.
A retrospective cohort study was conducted with a proportional random sample of women aged 15 to 44 years with a medical or surgical abortion performed in KPNC facilities or provided by reimbursed contracted abortion facilities between January 2011 and December 2012. Industry standard codes—Current Procedural Terminology, 4th Edition (CPT-4), International Classification of Diseases, Ninth Revision (ICD-9), and Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System (HCPCS)—plus records of administered mifepristone were used to electronically identify the abortions provided in KPNC facilities and through KPNC’s authorized outside medical facilities system (AOMS). Women receiving authorized referrals through AOMS have a documented positive pregnancy test, may have had pregnancy-dating ultrasonograms and examinations performed in KPNC, and had confirmed Health Plan coverage for the abortion. The decision to refer women through AOMS or to provide the abortion services in KPNC facilities depends on the facility, access to provide the abortion services in a timely manner, clinician and support staffing mix, and sometimes the woman’s preference.
The first abortion identified within the study timeframe was considered the index case. Eligible women were required to have Kaiser Foundation Health Plan membership in the 3 months before and the 12 months after the index abortion as well as a prescription drug benefit in the 3 months after the index abortion. All data obtained from KPNC electronic databases were validated by review of the electronic health records. The Kaiser Foundation Research Institute’s institutional review board approved this retrospective cohort study with waiver of consent and authorization.
The patient’s age at index abortion, race/ethnicity, and prescribed or administered method of contraception within 90 days of abortion were electronically extracted. The 90-day period to assess initiation of contraception after the abortion was chosen to allow adequate time for all subjects to initiate contraception in KPNC regardless of where the abortion services were provided.
Methods of LARC included both the levonorgestrel-releasing and the copper intrauterine contraceptive device (IUD) and the subdermal contraceptive implant. Short-acting reversible methods included depomedroxyprogesterone acetate, oral contraceptive pills, transdermal patch, vaginal ring, and prescribed barrier methods (diaphragm, cervical cap, and condoms). Emergency contraception was considered a short-acting method prescribed if no other methods were prescribed.
Evidence of the first repeated pregnancy within 12 months after the index abortion was electronically identified. For pregnancies for which prenatal care was initiated, self-reported pregnancy intention status was obtained from questions routinely asked at entry to prenatal care: “At the time that you conceived, did you want to become pregnant?” (intended vs unintended), “Did you want to become pregnant but not at this time” (mistimed), or “Did you not want to become pregnant at all?” (unwanted). If the self-reported pregnancy intention status was reported as mistimed or unwanted, it was defined as unintended. Pregnancies resulting in abortion were considered unintended unless prenatal care was initiated and the pregnancy was self-reported as intended. If the repeated pregnancy resulted in a spontaneous or missed abortion or ectopic pregnancy, pregnancy intention status was considered unknown unless the pregnancy was self-reported as intended at entry to prenatal care before termination.
During the study, 57% of the abortions were performed in KPNC facilities and 43% through outside contracted facilities. To calculate the sample size to test the first hypothesis, we estimated that 5% of women receiving abortions through outside contracted abortion facilities and 10% to 15% receiving abortions in KPNC facilities would initiate LARC within 90 days of abortion. With use of unequal group sample size and power calculations, a 2-group, continuity-corrected c2 test with a 0.05 two-sided significance level would have 80% power to detect the difference between 10% and 15% LARC initiation in the KPNC facilities, compared with 5% LARC initiation in the outside contracted facilities, with sample sizes of 400 and 300 cases, respectively.
To calculate the sample size to test the secondary hypothesis, we conservatively estimated that approximately 10% of women after abortion would initiate LARC methods. We hypothesized that 30% of women who initiated short-acting or no contraception within 90 days after abortion, and who became pregnant within 12 months, would have an unintended pregnancy, compared with 5% initiating LARC after abortion. Use of a 2-group, continuity-corrected c2 test with a 0.05 two-sided significance level would have 80% power to detect the 25% difference in unintended pregnancies between women initiating LARC within 90 days of abortion and those initiating short-acting contraception or no contraceptive method within 90 days after abortion, with sample sizes of 26 and 228, respectively. Therefore, a proportional random sample of 400 women receiving abortion services in KPNC facilities and 300 women receiving abortions through outside contracted facilities was selected, exceeding the required sample sizes to test both hypotheses.
Electronic medical record review, conducted by 2 gynecologic resident physicians, validated the type of contraception initiated within 90 days of the index abortion and obtained accurate gravidity and parity for the study cohort. These physicians also identified repeated pregnancies within 12 months that were not captured in the electronic-coded data and determined the self-reported pregnancy intention status if available. They also confirmed the repeated pregnancy outcome (prenatal care ongoing, spontaneous abortion, missed abortion, ectopic pregnancy, type of abortion [medical or surgical], fetal demise, or delivery). A total of 690 women with abortions performed in 2011 to 2012 made up the final analytic dataset. Ten women with abortions were excluded because of miscoding because they either did not have an abortion or had an abortion but not within the study period.
We used descriptive statistics (frequencies, means, medians, and proportions) to describe the cohort by abortion service group (in KPNC facilities vs outside contracted facilities). Comparisons of the women’s demographic and clinical characteristics in the 2 abortion service groups were made using c2 tests for all categorical variables and t-tests for continuous variables.
Logistic regression models were used to identify predictors of LARC initiation within 90 days of the index abortion and for having a repeated unintended pregnancy within 12 months. The primary predictor in each model was the abortion service group (in KPNC facilities vs outside contracted facilities). In the model identifying predictors of LARC initiation within 90 days, we controlled for age categorically, race/ethnicity, and gravidity. For the model assessing predictors of having a repeated unintended pregnancy within 12 months of the index abortion, we controlled for age categorically, race/ethnicity, gravidity, and contraception method initiated after abortion. Pairwise comparisons between LARC vs no method, short-acting vs no method, and LARC vs short-acting were included in this model using contrast statements.
There were significant differences in age, race/ethnicity, and gravidity between the 2 abortion service groups (Table 1). The mean age of women receiving abortions in KPNC facilities was significantly older than the women receiving abortions from outside contracted facilities (29.8 vs 26.6, p < 0.001; Table 1). A greater proportion of adolescents and black women received abortions by outside contracted facilities. Of 690 abortions, 75% were surgical (80% from contracted facilities, 71% in KPNC facilities) and 25% were medical (20% from contracted facilities, 29% in KPNC facilities). The proportion of women initiating short-acting contraception within 90 days was similar in the 2 abortion service groups (39% vs 43%, respectively, p = 0.333), with the pill being the most frequently initiated method in both groups (Table 1, Figure 1).
Overall, LARC was initiated within 90 days of the abortion by 16% of the cohort, which was higher than expected. However, women were significantly less likely to initiate LARC when their abortions were provided through outside contracted facilities compared with those receiving abortions in the KPNC facilities (11.99% vs 19.10%, p = 0.012; Table 1, Figure 1). When the abortion was performed in KPNC facilities, 70% of the women initiating LARC did so within 14 days and 45% initiated LARC the same day as their abortion. In contrast, only 15% of the women receiving abortions through outside contract facilities who initiated LARC did so within 14 days, and none did so on the same day of their abortion. The most common LARC method initiated in both abortion service groups was the IUD (Table 1).
Controlling for demographic and clinical characteristics, women with abortions provided in KPNC facilities were 87% more likely to initiate LARC within 90 days of abortion compared with women with abortions provided by outside contracted facilities (adjusted odds ratio [aOR] = 1.87, p = 0.007). Women with gravidity of 3 or more were twice as likely to initiate LARC compared with women who were gravida 1 (aOR = 2.23, p = 0.01). Women aged 30 to 39 years were 40% less likely to initiate LARC compared with women aged 20 to 29 (aOR = 0.6, p = 0.03; Table 2).
Nearly 14% of the women (96 of 690) had a repeated unintended pregnancy within 12 months. Women with abortions from outside contracted facilities were significantly more likely to have a repeated unintended pregnancy within 12 months compared with those having abortions in KPNC facilities (17.1% vs 11.6%, p = 0.04; Table 1). After we controlled for all other demographic and clinical predictors, women initiating short-acting contraception (aOR = 3.66, p = 0.005) and women with no prescribed contraception initiated within 90 days of abortion (aOR = 3.75, p = 0.005) were almost 4 times as likely to have a repeated unintended pregnancy within 12 months compared with women initiating LARC (Table 3). There was no statistically significant difference in the odds of women having a repeated unintended pregnancy within 12 months when no method was initiated compared with short-acting contraception initiation (aOR = 1.03, p = 0.92; Table 3).
The younger a woman was, her odds significantly increased of having a repeated unintended pregnancy within 12 months of the abortion (15-19 vs 30-44 years, aOR = 6.56, p < 0.001; 20-24 vs 30-44 years, aOR = 4.31, p < 0.001; 25-29 vs 30-44 years, aOR = 3.28, p < 0.001). Other significant predictors of having a repeated unintended pregnancy included being Asian (reference: white, aOR = 2.02, p = 0.048) and having higher gravidity (≥ 3 vs 1, aOR = 3.59, p < 0.001; Table 3).
In this study, about 1 in 7 KPNC Health Plan members experienced a repeated unintended pregnancy within 12 months of having an abortion. Women having abortions in KPNC facilities were twice as likely to initiate LARC within 90 days as women having their abortions from contracted facilities. The largest factor associated with the women having a repeated unintended pregnancy within 12 months was no initiation of contraception or initiation of short-acting contraception after abortion, compared with LARC.
This study adds to the existing literature, providing insight on women’s postabortion outcomes in the US. A New Zealand study providing free medical care to all residents reported a repeated abortion rate at 24 months of 9.6%, with repeated abortions being 2 to 4 times higher in women initiating immediate short-acting contraception vs LARC.8 Two US studies showed significantly lower 12-month pregnancy rates after abortion between immediate and delayed LARC insertion in different Medicaid-reimbursed populations.11,12
The difference in LARC initiation by women having abortions in KPNC vs through contracted facilities is likely owing to the lack of reimbursement for LARC as a covered benefit in the abortion service contract, thus requiring a second visit to KPNC to obtain LARC. One US study found that only 32% of women who reported they intended to have an IUD insertion after their abortion actually had the IUD insertion by 6 months after their abortion.13 The largest barrier identified was the time needed for the additional visit.13 Similarly, another study showed more than half of the women who intended to have subdermal contraceptive implant placement immediately after abortion missed their follow-up insertion appointments.7 Thus, lack of contraceptive reimbursement with outside contracted abortion facilities as well as the discontinuity of care may serve as barriers to initiation of timely and effective postabortion contraception. In KPNC’s integrated health care system, most health care services are typically provided internally. Because of limitations in the number of trained abortion service clinicians and support staff in some KPNC facilities, other logistical system issues, and a woman’s preference, there is a need for an outside abortion referral system to achieve timely access. Contraceptive services are routinely provided by all KPNC gynecology clinicians, most primary care clinicians, and most of the contracted abortion services. However, contracting abortion services outside KPNC led to the “unbundling” of abortion and contraceptive services, which ideally should be provided together. Because women are more likely to be highly motivated to improve contraceptive use right after an unintended pregnancy, initiation of contraception immediately after abortion is optimal.14 In addition, studies have shown that 86% of women ovulate within the first month after abortion and can ovulate as soon as 8 days after abortion.14,15
In this study, almost half (49%) of the women having abortions from contracted facilities had no prescribed contraception within 90 days after abortion. However, a significant proportion (38%) of women having their abortion in KPNC facilities also had no prescribed contraception. It is likely that women undergoing an abortion may continue contraceptive use patterns after abortion that put them at risk of another unintended pregnancy.14 Less-than-optimal contraception initiation by women receiving abortions through contracted facilities or from KPNC facilities may reflect missed opportunities to reduce the risk of a repeated unintended pregnancy. In the Contraceptive CHOICE project, women offered a choice of methods immediately after abortion at no cost were more likely to choose LARC (85%) than short-acting contraception, suggesting that higher adoption rates are possible.16 In our study, women initiating short-acting contraception after abortion had similar risks for having a repeated unintended pregnancy within 12 months to those initiating no contraceptive method. This is consistent with previous studies showing that women not initiating LARC after abortion were more likely to have a repeated unintended pregnancy.2,8,11-13,17,18
This study’s limitations included the retrospective observational design and lack of Health Plan information on deductibles, which may have affected affordability of LARC for some women. However, during the study period, more than 80% of women had no deductible applied for outpatient contraception facilities. Variation in deductible amounts under different Health Plans is unlikely to have had a differential effect because deductible amounts were the same regardless of whether the abortion was provided in KPNC or by outside referral. Women who chose not to disclose their pregnancy to KPNC or did not have abortion coverage in their Health Plan, such as federal employees, were not included in the study cohort.19 Approximately 5% of KPNC membership is made up of federal employees. History of a previous abortion before the index abortion was also not collected because of underreported documentation in the medical record. In this study, it was not feasible to include all abortions performed during the study period because of the need to perform electronic medical record review to identify gravidity and parity, and to validate type of contraception and repeated unintended pregnancies within 12 months. However, the demographic characteristics (ie, age and race/ethnicity) of the random sample of women that made up the analytic study cohort were similarly distributed by race and ethnicity, with the mean and median ages being the same as in the overall abortion service group.
The study’s strengths include the setting in KPNC’s demographically diverse population representative of the geographic region.20 The KPNC system’s electronic health records and electronic databases allowed for accurate capture of study variables validated with electronic medical record review.
These study findings resulted in KPNC strengthening clinical recommendations for providing immediate postabortion LARC insertion regardless of the abortion setting, internalizing more abortion services in KPNC facilities, and adding contraception reimbursement, including for LARC, in all outside abortion service contracts. Access to immediate, effective postabortion contraception, especially LARC, as an essential component of abortion care, should be integrated into all abortion care settings. We hope these findings lead to optimization of abortion care in Kaiser Permanente and across all US health plans, including providing immediate access to highly effective contraception. There are plans to study changes in LARC initiation after abortion in KPNC in the future to learn whether strengthened clinical recommendations and contract changes successfully reduce repeated unintended pregnancies.
Four of the authors (Debbie Postlethwaite, Maqdooda Merchant, Amy Alabaster, and Tina Raine-Bennett) are participating in a US Food and Drug Administration-mandated safety study funded by Bayer Global. The author(s) have no additional conflicts of interest to disclose.
Funding for this study was provided by the Kaiser Permanente Northern California Graduate Medical Education Program, Kaiser Foundation Hospitals.
Kathleen Louden, ELS, of Louden Health Communications provided editorial assistance.
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City of Vacaville seeks artist for public art…
City of Vacaville seeks artist for public art project
The project, an installation at the Markham entrance entrance to Rocky Hill Trail, may employ a variety of elements and media
A couple take a stroll along the Rocky Hill Trail in Vacaville. The city of Vacaville is taking submissions for public art that will be installed at the trailhead. (Reporter File Photo)
By Richard Bammer | rbammer@thereporter.com | Vacaville Reporter
PUBLISHED: December 6, 2019 at 4:38 pm | UPDATED: December 6, 2019 at 5:51 pm
The City of Vacaville seeks a local artist for the Rocky Hill Trail Public Art Project, it has been announced.
A request for statements of qualification and proposal (SOQ&P) has been issued on the city’s website, at https://tinyurl.com/ty8557v.
The project, a joint effort between the city’s Housing and Parks and Recreation departments, intends to provide a public art installation at the Markham Avenue entrance to the Rocky Hill Trail.
All varieties of artistic elements and art media will be considered for the project, Daniel Huerta, the project coordinator, wrote in a press release issued Thursday.
In order to be considered, artists will be required to submit not only a statement of qualifications but also their preliminary conceptual design to the Project Committee no later than 4 p.m. Jan. 8.
For more information, contact Huerta, telephone 449-5664.
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“Aquaponics” and five other new subjects coming to South African schools
During his SONA speech on Thursday evening, Cyril Ramaphosa revealed six new subjects are coming to the school curriculum.
Image credit: Pixabay / lourdesnique
It would seem like the ANC and Cyril Ramaphosa have big plans to shake up education in Mzansi’s educational facilities this year, and that includes the introduction of six new subjects to the secondary school curriculum.
It’s worth mentioning that a few of these topics are already taught in TVET and higher learning institutions in this country. But in a bid to improve education standards, the government are ready to fast-track certain courses for an adolescent audience.
What these new subjects are all about
During his SONA address on Thursday evening, President Cyril Ramaphosa announced that he wanted the Education Department to roll out these new topics in a bid to diversify what learners can study for their matric qualifications.
Many of the topics are related to scientific and mathematical backgrounds. In fact, there’s one subject area that had us scrambling on Google during the SONA speech to find out what it’s all about. Here are the proposals the government are making, and your child could soon be tackling these lessons.
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New subjects coming to the South African curriculum
This subject area is about making maths “more practical”. It focuses on topics like algebra and geometry, the more complex side of mathematics but also the type of knowledge learners will need if they end up working in a technical setting. Compound financial equations and interpreting statistics also fall under this remit.
Mechanical, electrical and civil technology are the focus areas, here. It has particular relevance to the “fourth industrial revolution”, as a need for understanding the technical properties of these fields becomes imperative.
Maritime sciences
This is quite a popular university course in South Africa, but maritime sciences will soon be one of the new subjects heading to the school curriculum. The topic involves learning about the complex world of Earth’s waterways and oceans, as well as the historical and cultural significance of our maritime achievements.
Aviation studies
Students will learn about the practicalities of machine-based flight. The course of learning will also consider flight monitoring skills and involve an element of air-traffic control education. Our next generation of learners could be budding experts on air travel before they turn 18.
Mining sciences
Again, we’re into a topic that doesn’t require much explaining. South Africa has one of the most profitable mining industries in the world, but those in charge of running these establishments need some sharp competition. This subject will educate pupils on how mining works, and why it makes money.
Yeah, Cyril dropped this word last night and not everyone was on board. But aquaponics is the combination of aquaculture (raising fish) and hydroponics (the soil-less growing of plants). The last of these new subjects will teach children about how these two environments can work together to create sustainable growth.
You can take your first lesson here.
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by Thabo Baloyi
The death of a 13-year-old pupil from Laerskool Bekker is the latest tragedy to strike this term.
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Category: Looney Tunes
Cartoons that were labeled as “Looney Tunes.”
Buddy’s Trolley Troubles
Supervision by Isadore Freleng; Drawn by Ben Clopton and Frank Tipper; Music by Norman Spencer. A Looney Tune released on May 5, 1934.
I don’t know what it is about trolleys, but if you drive one, there will be trouble. Doesn’t matter if you’re a lucky rabbit, a fox, or a purple dragon. Then again, it wouldn’t be very entertaining if nothing happened. Then again, (again) if the main character is Buddy, it probably still won’t be TOO entertaining. (I love ya, Buddy. But you are rather boring.)
One fine day, Buddy awakes wearing that same wide smile he always wears. Isn’t life swell? Nothing can go wrong, and if it does, one can solve any problem with a sunny disposition. Golly! Aren’t we in for boatloads of fun! Buddy keeps his trolley in his garage, and gets it to the tracks by using his fence. (Yeah, that is pretty clever, but it must be a pain to replace each day.) Be it that it’s a nice trolley, or the only trolley, Buddy gets some riders. A fat lady, (always has to be at least one) and a guy who hangs on to the outside before getting in. (And it must be larger on the inside, because we never see the two again. Then again, (part 3) I never did see Buddy eat breakfast today…)
The passenger Buddy is most happy to pick up, is his girlfriend. He even has a scissors lift installed so he can reach the floor of the building she lives on. (And he just…stares at her. It’s rather creepy, but she seems to enjoy it. I’ll never understand couples.) This causes trouble for Buddy, as he holds up traffic. (Go on then, show us that smile!) The cop isn’t too patient with him, punching him in the face, and telling him to shut up. (Something I’m sure many of us would love to do.) They get moving.
As they ride along, they eventually come to a part of track that a convict is hiding under. A trolley would be just the thing to cut the chain on his ball and chain. It works, and Buddy hops out to see what the damage is. The smart thing to do in this situation is to lay low, maybe disguise yourself. Then again (I’m saying again) this guy probably got arrested in the first place for charging people for a game of punch the cop’s balls. (Fun game, disastrous consequences.) So it doesn’t surprise me to see him take off with Cookie in tow.
Buddy manages to chase the brute down with a hand cart, and even get some licks in. He even gets Cookie back without too much of a struggle. Still, he might want to look into a new line of work as the thief can’t slow down in time, and hits a truck of dynamite stuck on the tracks. (Yep, that’s Dumbasp Mcgee, all right. What a pathetic excuse for a criminal)
Favorite part: Me being me, I like what Buddy uses to ring his bell: a cat. (I’m probably going to hell)
Lumber Jack-Rabbit
“I keep smelling carrots.”
Directed by Charles M. Jones; Story by Michael Maltese; Animation by Ben Washam, Lloyd Vaughan, Richard Thompson, Abe Levitow, and Ken Harris; Layouts by Maurice Noble; Backgrounds by Philip Deguard; Voice Characterization by Mel Blanc; Musical Direction by Carl W. Stalling. A Looney Tune released on November 13, 1954*.
It’s Warner Bros. first cartoon to be produced in 3-d! (And the only one from the golden age!) And why do it? Honestly, because everyone was. Donald Duck with Chip and Dale. Popeye. Woody Woodpecker. Even Casper! Sadly, they did very little to take advantage of the fad. All it amounts to is the shield smacking us in the face at the beginning. (Careful! You’re liable to knock loose my fillings!) Even without the gimmick, it’s kinda your basic Bugs short. Not their best.
The title references the fact that Paul Bunyan is in this picture. (Ironic, that the only cartoon of Bugs’ to win an Oscar beat out an adaptation of Paul’s story.) Some people may not believe in ole’ P.B. (which is weird since he can’t really hide that well) but Bugs had first hand proof as he actually wandered into Paul’s country once. (Yes, Paul has his own country and everything there is set to his scale. I guess he had to come from somewhere.)
Bugs isn’t initially aware as he’s singing “Jimmy Crack Corn.” (Yes, I know that all of us who are old enough to know that song, are aware of it’s unfortunate origins, but screw it, it’s a catchy song!) Bugs takes a nap against a giant carrot, and flips out once he realizes what it is. He immediately starts mining. (And just dumping away all the part’s he is digging out. Such a waste. If I was mining through a candy bar, I’d eat the “dirt”) Trouble is on the horizon. (Literally, given the size) Paul is heading out to do more lumberjacking off somewhere. (Go ahead and giggle. I know you want to.) He leaves his dog behind to guard things.
Said dog looks an awful lot like Frisky, but he takes things more seriously. (Also, the tag clearly reads “Smidgen” Kind of a mean name. Was “Speck” too cruel?) Dog plucks Bugs away from his work, and tries to rid the vegetables from the rabbit. When Bugs uses a feather to his advantage, the dog’s sneeze sends Bugs into the house and inside a large moose call. When the dog blows Bugs out. (No laughing this time, it’ll be forced) he unwittingly summons a moose. Poor creature flees once he sees who made that call. (Why even have a call if it only attracts normal moose?)
Bugs winds up in an apple eventually, and Smidgen eats it, thinking he’s won. Shouldn’t have picked his teeth, or he might have succeeded. Time to make peace! Bugs scratches the beast, and that’s all it takes! (Dogs are so wonderful. Always willing to forgive.) Now in the hound’s good graces, things actually seem worse as the pup won’t stop following Bugs. (Plus, you could drown in that tongue.) Bugs is able to solve the dilemma by pointing out something even better: a redwood tree. (Which is probably only slightly bigger than the animal, but dogs will be dogs.)
Favorite part: When Bugs is first taken away from his new mine by the dog, he let’s loose this gem of a line: “I’ll be scared later! Right now I’m too mad!” That’s just awesome.
*Correction: it was originally released on September 26, 1953. The release date up there was when it was released in regular format. Thanks to SJC for pointing it out!
Big Hearted Bosko
“Bruno, where are you?”
Animation by Isadore Freleng and Rollin Hamilton. A Looney Tune released on March 5, 1932.
Really, that doesn’t sound too healthy. Is it like a tumor? Or maybe he just has bad cholesterol or-OH! It’s meant figuratively! And here I thought it might be a clue as to why we don’t see Bosko much anymore.
As I’ve stated many times before, I don’t get the love for the cold. So I really can’t fathom why Bosko would want to be outside in it. (I guess it really doesn’t bother him any. He’s not wearing anything different than his usual get-up.) Bruno has tagged along for this trip, and the two spend some time skating on ice. (They have the whole pond to themselves as nobody else seems to want to skate on ice that has large holes in it. Cowards.)
Okay, sure. Bruno nearly falls in a couple of times, but that doesn’t mean he will-oh, d*mn it. Bruno! How are we to enjoy your escapades if you end up in the death water? I suppose you best be saving him, Bosko.
Bosko is afraid he is too late, as his dog doesn’t surface. He’s fine, though. He comes out via a frozen log. Angry that his dog could have actually died, Bosko throws a stick in frustration. A stick? Bruno loves those! He goes to retrieve it. The stick landed next to a basket, and there must be something inside because noise is coming from within. (It’s a little known fact, but baskets don’t make noises.) This is clearly a job for a man! Or better yet, a talk-ink kid! We’ve got one of those! Bosko is hesitant, but he takes a peek. Why, it’s a baby! Whoever left it out here to die is long gone, but Bosko won’t be viewed any better if he just leaves it. Better adopt the child. It’s what Jesus would do.
At home, the baby continues to wail despite Bosko’s violin playing. (Yeah, I’m not surprised this kid was left to freeze.) The only thing that seems to cheer it up ever so slightly, is a frustrated Bruno being unaware that the seat he is taking is a hot stove. (Clever way of dousing the flames. Pouring the water IN his body. Haven’t seen that method. I should try it on this spare cat I have.) Obviously, burning dogs is something even Satan wouldn’t stoop to, so we need an alternative plan. Music didn’t work before, maybe we should try it again.
Hey, what do you know, that seems to be working! (I guess the child just hates violins and flutes. All the cool babies listen to piano music.) Bruno even decides to keep being entertaining, and puts a lamp shade on like a skirt. Even Bosko’s dinner squawks a note. (Chop the freaking head off, man. What’s the matter with you?) Yes, I think this family just might work out after all. Even if Bosko’s dancing has ended with him getting his head stuck in the fish bowl.
Favorite Part: When Bosko asks the kid what the matter is. Surprisingly, the kid responds. It’s “Crying for the Carolines.”
Buddy the Gob
“I’ll save you!”
Supervision by Isadore Freleng; Animation by Jack King and Ben Clopton; Music by Norman Spencer. A Looney Tune released on January 13, 1934.
“The gob of what?” you might be saying. I can’t blame you. You have a habit of cracking awful jokes. (Which is my job.) Gob means sailor, and that’s because they are full of phlegm. (I hope you aren’t taking me seriously.) This might be one of Buddy’s better pictures, but that isn’t saying too much. We start up with some basic early thirties fare: things bouncing to music.
Buddy (the gob) is just doing some laundry. (Nice of it to help out by drying itself) What’s on the horizon? China! I guess Buddy is allowed to go visit, but I think he’s just shirking his duties. Why wash clothes when you can go gawk at a culture that isn’t your own? Isn’t everyone strange? All this stereotyping sure makes Buddy’s lack of a personality seem great by comparison, huh?
There’s a local that is reading a sign out loud. (In painfully bad fake Chinese. I don’t care how many decades later it is: on behalf of my country, I’m so sorry!) Being a simple gob, Buddy can’t make out what is written there. Lucky for us, the sign briefly translates. Looks like it’s the 150th birthday of THE sacred dragon! Wow! That IS reason to celebrate! What are the plans? A parade? Sounds good. Music? It wouldn’t be a party without that. Human sacrifice? Ummm… Is that a metaphor for anything by chance?
Nope. It’s really part of the celebration. The girl who is set to be food doesn’t seem too excited, but everyone else is all smiles and cheering. Who am I to question someone else’s culture? I’m just visiting. Buddy doesn’t share my mentality and tries to rescue her. He is easily detained. However, he finds another way to get in, and it is pretty clever. He takes a gate, see? And he pulls back like it was a bow, launching the rungs into a wall, making a staircase. Pretty cool. Makes my jackhammer look barbaric in comparison.
Buddy has arrived in the nick of time. The girl is chained to a wall, the guard has swallowed the key and left, and there is a dragon just waiting to be let out of its cage. (Wait, that’s THE sacred dragon? What a letdown. He doesn’t look like anything I imagined. He’s too fat.) Buddy’s got a plan. Since he isn’t strong enough to rip a chain off of a wall, he’ll knock on the door to get the guard back in, slam a barrel over him to keep him contained, and kick the key out! It works, but the dragon is let loose, forcing the two to escape out the window. (I guess it HAS to be a female sacrifice? THE sacred dragon doesn’t seem too interested in eating the guard)
Buddy and (forgive me for this name, but the pun is too perfect, if not accurate) Fortune Cookie flee via rickshaw. The rest of the population isn’t pleased with this, and gives chase. (The guy pulling their ride is cool with it. His mother was probably the last sacrifice) With a bridge to cross, Buddy cuts it away so they can’t be followed. He still gets a spear thrown at his butt, though. (The short just ends here, and that’s probably good since Buddy just started a war. We need to get these guys in our good graces. They’d make great allies, and it seems like there’s there’s some other war coming up.)
Favorite part: While the two flee, they lose their rickshaw at one point and have to ride their driver as a horse. He even whinnies! (It’s not much, but this IS a Buddy cartoon.)
Hocus Pocus Pow Wow
“The president of the railroad will hear about this!”
Directed by Alex Lovy; Story by Cal Howard; Animation by Ted Bonnicksen, LaVerne Harding, Volus Jones, and Ed Solomon; Layouts by Bob Givens; Backgrounds by Bob Abrams; Film Editor: Hal Geer; Voice Characterization by Larry Storch; Musical Direction by William Lava. A Looney Tune released on January 13, 1968.
Merlin (the magic mouse, not that wizard guy) and Second Banana are on their way to Pow wow city to perform. Shouldn’t be too much of a hassle. Then the conductor asks for some tickets. Merlin tries to oblige, but the only thing his hat chooses to produce is flowers. (You know, I don’t think they actually HAVE any tickets.) The conductor doesn’t put up with the shenanigans for long before kicking the two off the train. Seems like walking is their best bet. But first, why not kick back and relax with one of Merlin’s patented magic hat dinners? Featuring great choices such as: Beef Wellington, Pumpkin soup, and the featured attraction: Turkey for two.
Eating all alone in the middle of a desert? Hungry eyes are going to be able to find you easily. It’s not vultures that are eyeing the dead animal on which the mice munch, but a Native American. The credits have credited him as Lo, the poor Indian. (He’s clearly not Indian, and I can’t say that he’s poor, but one CAN greet him with “How, Lo.” It’s not very PC, but in 1968, what Caucasian would care?)
If he really is poor, that might be why he wants Merlin’s hat so much. Or maybe the thought of a never ending food vessel would entice anyone. Regardless, Lo takes the hat and tries getting some food. He actually is able to bring some animals out, but doesn’t manage to take any bites before they flee. Merlin takes the hat back and runs. Lo, in turn, tries firing some arrows at the two, but only manages to hit himself.
Merlin tries a couple tricks to help himself and sidekick escape. Conjuring up a railroad crossing with an actual train attached, wearing a disguise, (Lo isn’t fooled. He can tell mouse feet from human.) and taking the man’s tomahawk and making it disappear. (He can bring it back. But one should really know better than to say “Give it to me!” in a cartoon. Lo brought that pain on himself) Still, he is insistent that Merlin relinquish the hat. Merlin agrees, but figures they should smoke a peace pipe first. Said pipe is a firecracker, and Merlin is able to escape at last.
Making it to their destination, the mice are all set to perform at the local theatre. So, what are the locals like? Actually, they are all Native American, and I don’t think they are taking too kindly to all the racial stereotyping this cartoon contained. Maybe they just really liked Lo? Whatever the reason, they chase the mice out of town. (Drat. I was really looking forward to the show)
Favorite Part: How Merlin greets the audience. “Greetings ladies and gentlemen! Or whatever the case may be.” It’s always a good idea to put the theatre-goers in their place.
Brother Brat
“The situation is supernatural!”
Direction by Frank Tashlin; Story by Melvin Millar; Animation by Art Davis; Musical Direction by Carl W. Stalling. A Looney Tune released on July 15, 1944.
By this point in history, the U.S. has been part of World War II for a while now. All the men are off fighting, so it’s up to the women to make the weapons we need. Being just as capable (if not more so) then males, the women of the country have a solution for nearly every problem. The big one at the moment that still needs some answering: who will watch my child while I work?
Such a conundrum is a problem of some large woman. She answers it pretty quickly: the one guy who children adore and as such, didn’t go to the war: Porky! (Of course, she kinda guilts him into it. Saying this is the only way the planes are going to keep being produced.) Still, being the swell guy he is, Porky isn’t all that upset and prepares to be the best sitter he can be. Should be a cinch since she lent him a child psychology book. First step is easy: ask the kid his name. (Why not? Babies are people too.)
I take it back. This probably isn’t going to go too well, since the first time we see the kid he is playing solitaire. Well, he’s got to have a name at any rate. Fittingly, it’s Butch. (He also mocks Porky’s manner of speech. Keep it up, ugly, and I’ll murder you in your sleep. Don’t tempt me, how do you think George Carlin died?) Butch also hands Porky an anvil, and the pig ends up in the basement. So far so bad, what’s the book’s next suggestion?
Give the kid a cat? Oddly specific, but unless you’re me, it might be able to melt his heart’s rough exterior. (And immature it may be, I can’t help snickering when Porky tells the kid to play with a pussy.) I guess Porky already had a pet? I hope he didn’t go buy one just for this kid. (He’s so generous! It gets me right here.) Hey, maybe Butch isn’t so bad a kid after all, he’s playing jump rope with the cat! (Ah, the fun I had when I did that as a child. It’s probably why I had to see a psychiatrist.)
Butch also reads Esquire Jr. (Plenty of (literal) babes in there) He also does not want to be told that he is too young for this. When Porky makes this mistake, the kid bites a finger and holds on tight. The book is being no help, so Porky has to shake the little terror off. Seems that was the tipping point, as he declares war and chases my amigo with a cleaver. (You know how parents tend to defend their kid’s actions? I wonder how she’d talk her way out of this one) We won’t get any answers to that, but she at least does come to the rescue and ask why he didn’t use the book. Obviously, he did, but she shows that he was using it wrong. She meant it to be used for spanking. (No pity for Butch. He’s earned this)
Favorite part: Butch wolf whistling at his magazine. (Because a baby being horny is funny.)
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Mutiny on the Bunny
“He’s not long for this world.”
Directed by I. Freleng; Story by Tedd Pierce; Animation by Gerry Chiniquy, Ken Champin, Virgil Ross, and Arhthur Davis; Backgrounds by Paul Julian; Layouts by Hawley Pratt; Voice Characterization by Mel Blanc; Musical Direction by Carl W. Stalling. A Looney Tune released on February 11, 1950.
What a great start to this cartoon! A man escapes from a ship known as the “Sad Sack”
Aren’t you clever? Smarta$$.
It’s his line that lets you know you’re in for a good time. “I was a human being once.” One of the best things said by man or toon on screen. (I’ve used it before. Sadly, instead of laughing, people ask what I mean. I hope whoever lives on my home planet rescues me someday.) Said man was the prisoner of Shanghai (Yosemite) Sam. A man who likes to have a one-person crew to do everything on the ship that he feels is beneath him. With the guy gone, looks like Sam will need a new one.
What luck! Bugs Bunny is hanging around this place. (I’m calling it the “Whaztup Dock” Applaud now.) Sam, acting like a barker, offers a free cruise around the world. Seems legit. Bugs accepts and happily boards the ship. As he waves farewell to the crowds. (Read: one mouse) Sam strikes, and a dazed Bugs ends up rowing the ship (the sails are just for show) with a ball and chain on his leg.
He complains. The best joke in the picture happens right afterwards. Words do it no justice, so I’ll let you watch for yourself.
You seen it? It was a gut-buster, right?
As the crew, Bugs is ordered to swab the deck. He does the classic “Oh no I’m not” bit, and, surprisingly, loses. (It always helps to shake up the formula a bit. Well done, everyone!) He gets his revenge by writing unflattering comments about his captain on the deck. Angered, Sam takes the mop himself to remove the graffiti. Bugs enjoys his short break before Sam wises up and points a gun in his face.
Bugs claims the ship is sinking, and since Sam is the captain, he has to go down with the ship. As captain, Sam makes Bugs captain. Under the new command, Bugs still refuses to let Sam escape. Women and children first, you know. (Why is that the rule? Is it just common courtesy? Or are men not worth saving? *thinks about the various guys I’ve met in life* Yeah, it’s a good rule.) Sam has to sacrifice his dignity, and dress in a wig to get out alive. Bugs also insists he take a baby along with him. (It’s an anchor, but Sam doesn’t realize that until he is in the water.)
Once back on board, he steals what Bugs claims is a treasure map. Sam follows the clues to the promised riches. (Keep your eyes open and you might see one of Sam’s disappear for a millisecond. I love these tiny errors.) He finds the spot and digs. On a wooden ship. In the middle of the ocean. Which is going to cause it to sink. Which it d-
He fixes the hole, and shoves off once more. Bugs is clearly not worth the trouble, so Sam is going to cannon him to death. He takes aim, but Bugs moves. The ship gets another hole that Sam has to fix. So the solution is simple: aim UP this time. It works in theory, but gravity ruins things and the ship goes down for the third time. Sam fixes it again, but Bugs attaches a rope to the vessel. This strips most of the wood, and it sinks again. Sam calls it quits. In turn, Bugs gets the cruise he wanted via a rowboat. Sam is the one doing the rowing this time. I bet they’ll end up great pals.
Favorite part: The joke I wouldn’t spoil is tempting, but I think I love that one fellow’s quote much more. It could be used in several literary classics.
Mouse Warming
“Dear Cat (Pal)…”
Directed by Charles M. Jones; Story by Michael Maltese; Animation by Ben Washam, Lloyd Vaughan, and Ken Harris; Layouts by Robert Gribbroek; Backgrounds by Philip DeGuard; Voice Characterization by Mel Blanc; Musical Direction by Carl W. Stalling; Orchestrations by Milt Franklyn. A Looney Tune released on September 8, 1952.
I won’t lie; this cartoon is cute. Luckily, it’s balanced out quite nicely by some good comedy to keep you from losing your foot to diabetes.
Moving day is an exciting time in any young person’s life. Mice included. Mr. and Mrs. mouse have just moved into the neighborhood with their young daughter. (Who, for lack of a better name, I’ll call Alice.)
Shut up, it wasn’t my idea. (Although, it’s possible that this could be an origin story)
Moving into a new home, not only gives you new surroundings and the chance to make new friends, but also, new potential boyfriends! What luck! Here comes one now! He even has his own car. (The humans of the house don’t seem to mind sharing toys. In fact, they never feature in this picture.) Boy mouse, (who might have a name, but I couldn’t tell since he never speaks) is smitten by the cutie he sees in the window. Sure, they’re judging strictly by appearances, but maybe it’s pup love. (Mouse joke, there.)
Boy mouse intends to go right over and say hi. (Which will be hard, due to him being mute) He’s a bit shy though, so he pretends to be in need of sugar. (He appears to live alone, which makes him hitting on the teenager kinda creepy. But then, mice live by different standards than I.) He doesn’t make it too far before being intercepted by Claude. He manages to escape, but now there is a cat blocking the way to eternal happiness. (Something cats do that I’ve always been aware of.)
Claude begins to take note of how odd the male is acting, and sees why. It’s not only adorable, but it’s fodder for a very dastardly idea. Claude decides to write a love note to the boy. Setting up a fake rendezvous in the kitchen. The little mouse takes the bait, and arrives to find his dream girl waiting. (Actually a puppet. To be fair, she makes a cute puppet too.) Upon seeing the cat attached, he takes the girl and escapes. (He finds out off screen that she was fake, good thing as I don’t think I could stand to watch his teeny-weeny heart break. Or worse, living out some fantasies that a puppet can’t object to.)
Plan A obviously didn’t work. Claude tries another letter, but he’s not dumb enough to expect his target to fall for it a second time. No, this time he sends a letter to Alice’s father. Or rather, a threat that says the boy is coming over to steal their home. Father readies his human sized gun. (When protecting your family, you want to make sure the enemy stays dead.) To further mess things up, Claude puts up a sign asking for a boarder. The boy mouse falls for it again, (Love truly clouds judgements. I’m pretty sure the parents wouldn’t rent a room to someone who clearly just wants their daughter.) He flees for his life again. (Accidentally making a quick detour into Claude’s mouth. In turn, the cat gets the bullet)
The young mouse seems to have caught on to this chicanery, and he writes his own note to Claude. Rather than messing with one’s romantic feelings. (something only cats would be low enough to try) the mouse instead makes it from the dog outside who wishes to befriend the cat. In fact, why not he come over for a game of Canasta? Claude is all for it. In fact, he not only brings the table, but the refreshments. (Swell guy, that Claude.) The dog is confused, but still beats him up. And the lovebirds? They finally hooked up and went on a date to the coolest place around: the fridge. Aren’t they sweet? (I guess they straitened things out with the father already)
Favorite part: Definitely Claude’s first letter. Where he not only says that the girl is 16…months, (Which would make her middle-aged as a mouse) but according to her friends she’s “not unattractive.”
Fish and Slips
“I hope you know what you’re doing, father.”
Directed by Robert McKimson; Story by Dave Detiege; Animation by Warren Batchelder, George Granpre, and Ted Bonnicksen; Layouts and Backgrounds by Robert Gribbroek; Film Editor: Treg Brown; Voice Characterization by Mel Blanc; Musical Direction by Milt Franklyn. A Looney Tune released on March 10, 1962.
Breaking news! A record sized fish has just been caught! (By Treg Brown, no less.) I can’t quite make out what the newscaster is saying. Sounds like “Shark-nosed tralfaz,” which sounds more like a name for a dog to me. Not only that, but the fish look like marlins to me. (But what do I know about fish? Oh yeah! Plenty!)
Sylvester and son saw that broadcast, and Junior is mighty impressed. Seeing as how the only other fisher”man” he knows is his dad, he doesn’t have a lot of options. Sylvester is not pleased to hear this, and takes his son to prove that he does know how to fish. Not from a pier. That’s too hard. Why, humans are kind enough to build buildings fulls of sea life, just begging to be eaten. We call them aquariums. And since the place is closed, cats get in free!
Sylvester’s biggest problem (and where all of the jokes stem from) is his inability to check the sign telling what is in which tank. Using his tail as a line is all well and good, but not when sticking it in a piranha tank. Let’s step away from freshwater and move to the salty stuff. Much more flavor! (That’s not a joke. You’ll learn lots from me. And not just about cartoons.)
This tank is much bigger, so Sylvester can dive in. He catches a good number of groupers, but they’d be a rather boring specimen all on their own. This tank also contains a shovelnose. (Which looks nothing like how they normally do for the sake of the joke) Curiosity is a trait cats tend to have, so Sylvester takes a peek at its hole. It also tends to kill them, as a hammerhead pound him in and he is buried. Junior has to fish him out.
Could Junior do better? It’s possible. He managed to catch a small fish off screen. (I wouldn’t call it a small fry. It looks too old for that. Just “a little fish” humor.) It’s not enough to fill Sylvester’s belly, but it could probably make decent bait. The sperm whale seems to think so. (Wow. Cartoons sure are terrific! My universe has never had such a large creature in captivity!) Junior laments the fact that his father has become a meal. (He also calls it a fish. Something I was sure science had disproved by the 60’s.)
Sylvester uses the classic escape: a fire. (Why was there a raft in there? What sick sense of humor does this place have? “Don’t worry ma’am. Sure, we tricked your kid into being eaten, but there’s a raft in there. If he’s done any scouting at all, he’ll come out fine. Oh. He’s four?”) Sylvester gets out, but the dolphins have gotten bored with no humans around that they can warn of impending doom. They play catch with him. (WITH him.)
One last tank. Sylvester will go in via diving suit, and Junior will pump air to him. Things don’t get off to a great start, as this tank contains such amazements as an electric eel. (So, we’re back in freshwater?) a… lobster? (Well, it could be a very large crayfish. I’m sure there wouldn’t be any more contradic-) and an octopus. (Darn it, McKimson! Unless the mollusk is suicidal, you messed up.) Things get even worse for the feline, when Junior takes a break from pumping to observe an inchworm. Realizing his mistake, he pumps harder, and all that air makes Sylvester’s suit inflate. He winds up landing in a tank of dogfish. (Junior doesn’t bother trying to save him this time. He’d rather make another smart remark.)
Favorite part: A quote from Junior that all children have said at least once in their life: “I don’t think I’ll ever understand grownups.” I know I still don’t, and I’m 24.
Saps in Chaps
“Go west, young man!”
Supervision by I. Freleng; Story by Sgt. Dave Monahan; Animation by Manuel Perez; Musical Direction by Carl W. Stalling. A Looney Tune released on April 11, 1942.
What a time it was expanding the west! There was so much untapped land just waiting to be claimed. (I’m pretty sure there weren’t already PLENTY of people living there, otherwise I’d feel guilty for living where I do.) Things were plenty different back then. Not only were the states in more irregular shapes, but every president on Mt. Rushmore was still a baby.
Not everybody had the luxury of crossing via covered wagon. A few had to make do with crawling desperately through the desert. It was dangerous too! Hungry vultures kept their eyes peeled for any living being that couldn’t cope with the heat. Luckily for the guy we’re following, he comes across a fill-up station that is happy to supply him with water. (His thirst may be quenched, but he is still stuck crawling the rest of the way.)
Towns seemed to grow like fungi, and the people who populated them all walked with a dumb cowboy gait. Even the horses. Even the mice! (When they aren’t being hunted by lasso twirling cats, that is.) At a nearby saloon, you could not only escape the midday heat, but converse with other people. You had to watch out though. Villain types came in rather frequently, and you were pretty much dead unless you were the hero type. (The one who can laugh off gun shots. I wish I could be so bass)
Entertainment? Sure, rodeos exist. Where the men show off how tough they are by riding animals that DO NOT want to be mounted. One of which in particular throws everyone out of its pen. Still, as tough as he is, he can’t cope with an audience, and quietly slinks away to get his much needed privacy. Oh! I nearly forgot! Mail was delivered via pony express in those days, but that doesn’t mean everyone was suited for the job. What to do if you just can’t mount the horse? Simple. Let HIM ride YOU. (It’s good for the back)
Favorite part: During the rodeo, one horse is told that he can’t throw off his rider. He bluntly grabs the man and throws him down. (Sticking his tongue out at the narrator)
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Philosophical Lectures on Probability: collected, edited, and annotated by Alberto Mura - Synthese Library 340 (Paperback)
Bruno de Finetti (author), Alberto Mura (editor), Maria Carla Galavotti (author of introduction), Hykel Hosni (translator)
Bruno de Finetti (1906-1985) is the founder of the subjective interpretation of probability, together with the British philosopher Frank Plumpton Ramsey. His related notion of "exchangeability" revolutionized the statistical methodology. This book (based on a course held in 1979) explains in a language accessible also to non-mathematicians the fundamental tenets and implications of subjectivism, according to which the probability of any well specified fact F refers to the degree of belief actually held by someone, on the ground of her whole knowledge, on the truth of the assertion that F obtains.
Edition: Softcover reprint of hardcover 1st ed. 2008
From the reviews:
"The belated publication of de Finetti's lectures provides a welcome opportunity to celebrate the achievements of one of the remarkable thinkers of the last century and also to look again at his work as a whole." N.H. Bingham, Imperial College London
"The editor made an extraordinary effort to put the lectures as well as the discussions into proper context through a set of notes. These are very useful, and they often describe the future evolution of a subject which is touched on in the main text. A biographical sketch of de Finetti written by M. C. Gallavotti completes the information given in the book. ... I am grateful to the editor ... for making these lectures available in English to a broader audience." (Enrico Scalas, Mathematical Reviews, Issue 2012 f)
The Structure of Scientific Revolutions
Information: A Very Short Introduction
Luciano Floridi
Wholeness and the Implicate Order
The Infinite Book
Conjectures and Refutations
Sir Karl Popper
The Poetics of Space
What is This Thing Called Science?
Alan Chalmers
Evolutionary Religion
J. L. Schellenberg
The Moral Landscape
The Science Delusion
Mind and Cosmos
The Magic of Reality
Science and Religion: A Very Short Introduction
Thomas Dixon
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Russia and Armed Persuasion (Paperback)
Stephen J. Cimbala (author)
In Russia and Armed Persuasion, Stephen J. Cimbala argues that Russia's war planners and political leaders must make painful adjustments in their thinking about the relationship between military art and policy in the twenty-first century. Russia must master the use of force for persuasion, not just destruction. As the author shows, military persuasion requires that Russian leaders master the politico-military complexity of crisis management, deterrence and arms control, and the limitation of ends and means in war. Russia now has scarce resources to devote to defense and can no longer afford the stick-only diplomacy and strategy that have characterized some of its recent past. Russian and Soviet military thinking historically emphasized the blunderbuss and total war: overwhelming mass, firepower, and conflicts of annihilation or prolonged attrition. However, historical experience also forced Russia and the Soviet Union to come to grips with crisis management and with limited aims and means in the conduct of war. On the one hand, Russia failed the test of military persuasion in its management of the July 1914 crisis that plunged Europe into World War I. On the other hand, the Soviet Union did adjust to the requirements of the nuclear age for crisis management, deterrence, and limited war. Using this mixed record of Russian and Soviet success and failure in twentieth century experience, Cimbala argues that Russia can, and must, improve in the twenty-first century. According to the author, the first decades of this century will pose at least three immediate challenges to Russia's military persuasion. Russia must continue to pursue strategic nuclear arms control and arms reductions, with the United States and avoid re-starting the Cold War by means of an ill-considered race in missile defenses. Second, Russia must maintain a surer grip on the military information revolution, especially as it pertains to the management of Russia's nuclear deterrent. Third, Russia must develop forces that are more flexible in small wars and peace operations: its recent experiences in Chechnya show that it has a long way to go in using economy of force as a military persuader. Cimbala's original analysis demonstrates the similar features in apparently dissimilar, or even opposite, events and processes. For example, he shows how the problem of military persuasion applies equally to the challenge of managing a nuclear crisis and the problem of low-intensity war. In each case, the dilemma is calibrating the military means to the political ends. Controversially, the author argues against both military and academic traditionalists, contending that the complexity of the force-policy relationship in the next century will reward the subtle users of military power and that others will be subject to a 'Gulliver effect' of diminishing returns.
World War II Winter and Mountain Warfare Tactics
Steve Noon
Ralph D. Sawyer
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Ron Field
World War II Infantry Tactics: Company and Battalion v. 2
Stephen Bull
Continental vs Redcoat
David Bonk
How to Win on the Battlefield
Roman Soldier vs Germanic Warrior
Lindsay Powell
Infantry Attacks
The 33 Strategies Of War
Sniper in Helmand
James Cartwright
Tzu Sun
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Dale Clarke
European Medieval Tactics (2)
David Nicolle
U.S. Army Survival Manual
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NCBI MeSH
Disease relevance of Sex Chromosomes
High impact information on Sex Chromosomes
Chemical compound and disease context of Sex Chromosomes
Biological context of Sex Chromosomes
Anatomical context of Sex Chromosomes
Associations of Sex Chromosomes with chemical compounds
Gene context of Sex Chromosomes
Analytical, diagnostic and therapeutic context of Sex Chromosomes
MeSH Review:
Sex Chromosomes
Alsheimer, M. et al., Wagner, C.K. et al., Calenda, A. et al., Meller, V.H., Papadogiannakis, N. et al., et al.
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Some XY females, with gonadal dysgenesis, have lost the sex-determining region from the Y chromosome by terminal exchange between the sex chromosomes or by other deletions [1].
The provirus in the Mov-15 transgenic mouse strain had been previously shown to be carried in the pseudoautosomal region of the sex chromosomes [2].
Statistical analysis showed significant association of sex chromosome loss with metastases (Spearman correlation test, r = 0.5, p < 0.001), local invasion (r = 0.33, p < 0.05) and high proliferation rate measured as Ki-67 index with a 5% cut-off (r = 0.42, p < 0.02) [3].
We investigated whether molecular defects in the CYP21 gene were detectable in two common sex chromosome aberrations, the Turner and the Klinefelter syndromes [4].
Numerical sex chromosome aberrations in juvenile angiofibromas: genetic evidence for an androgen-dependent tumor [5]?
We also report the results of a project at the MRC UK Mouse Genome Centre targeted at chromosome X. The project produced a YAC-based map containing 619 loci (with 121 loci in common with the Whitehead map and 498 additional loci), providing especially dense coverage of this sex chromosome [6].
A major locus involved in linear growth has been implicated within the pseudoautosomal region (PAR1) of the human sex chromosomes [7].
We have analysed the molecular evolution of the gene CHD, which is present on the Z and W sex chromosomes of birds [8].
These results challenge prevailing views of sex chromosome evolution, suggesting that acquisition of autosomal fertility genes is an important process in Y chromosome evolution [9].
Our data provide molecular evidence for a major divergence near the pseudoautosomal region, consistent with the hypothesis that hybrid sterility in these species results from abnormal pairing of sex chromosomes during male meiosis [10].
Quantitative measurements of this family of proteins were performed in men with low levels of serum testosterone (idiopathic hypogonadotropic hypogonadism) and in individuals having serum testosterone in the normal range of values but carrying sex chromosome aberrations (Klinefelter's syndrome) [11].
It was suspected that the sex chromosome abnormality influenced glucose intolerance, renal insufficiency, and erythropoietin resistance due to myelodysplastic changes in the bone marrow [12].
For reptiles with XX/XY or ZZ/ZW systems, the absence of sex differences in hybridization patterns raises the question of whether the ZFY sequences reside on their sex chromosomes [13].
Structural maintenance of chromosomes (SMC) proteins play important roles in sister chromatid cohesion, chromosome condensation, sex-chromosome dosage compensation, and DNA recombination and repair [14].
A number of systems that accurately compensate for sex-chromosome dosage have evolved independently: silencing a single X chromosome in female mammals, downregulating both X chromosomes in hermaphrodite Caenorhabditis elegans and upregulating the X chromosome in male Drosophila all equalize X-linked gene expression [15].
The protein product of this newly identified gene, called Xmr (Xlr-related, meiosis regulated), is located in the nuclei of spermatocytes, early in the prophase of the first meiotic division, and later becomes concentrated in the XY nuclear subregion where it is in particular associated with the axes of sex chromosomes [16].
Turner syndrome is the phenotype associated with the absence of a second sex chromosome in humans [17].
The gene encoding the granulocyte macrophage colony stimulating factor receptor alpha subunit (CSF2RA) has previously been mapped to the pseudoautosomal region of the human sex chromosomes [18].
Immunocytochemical localization on rat testis cryosections with a XY40-specific monoclonal antibody revealed that the labeling is confined to the axial elements of sex chromosomes [19].
In some experiments, donor epithelial cells and host denuded airway were sex-mismatched and the donor origin of newly formed epithelial structures was confirmed by sex chromosome detection [20].
Testicular expression of small ubiquitin-related modifier-1 (SUMO-1) supports multiple roles in spermatogenesis: silencing of sex chromosomes in spermatocytes, spermatid microtubule nucleation, and nuclear reshaping [21].
We suggest that GATA repeats of Bkm bring about a coordinated decondensation of the W and Y sex chromosomes in the germ cells in response to BBP, which may serve as a "switch" for the activation of the genes present on the W and Y sex chromosomes [22].
Autosomes and sex chromosomes of mouse spermatocytes were examined during zygotene, pachytene, and diplotene by a whole-mount electron-microscope technique after cell dispersion in a detergent solution (Nonidet-P40) [23].
Sex chromosomes, testosterone, and the brain [24].
Male and female Drosophila melanogaster with special sex chromosome or special autosome constitutions were fed with the mutagenic chemicals Trenimon (2,3,5-trisethyleneimino-1,4-benzoquinone) and PDMT (1-phenyl-3, 3-dimethyltriazene) and with the toxic substance Na2PO3F (sodium monofluorophosphate) [25].
To assess the relative roles of sex chromosome genes and gonadal steroid hormones in producing sex differences in progesterone receptor (PR) expression in the forebrain of neonatal mice, we used mice in which the Sry gene had been deleted from the Y-chromosome and inserted as a transgene on an autosome in both XX and XY genotypes [26].
Early replication of prometaphasic human sex chromosomes was studied with the bromodeoxyuridine (BrdU)-replication technique [27].
One of these genes, SHOX, is believed to play a major role in growth, since defects in this homeobox-containing gene on the sex chromosomes lead to syndromal short stature (Leri-Weill dyschondrosteosis, Langer mesomelic dysplasia, and Turner syndrome) as well as to idiopathic short stature [28].
We have isolated a novel gene, ASMTL (acetylserotonin methytransferase-like ), in the pseudoautosomal region (PAR1) on the human sex chromosomes [29].
CONCLUSION: Sex chromosomes and Cia7 play an important role in regulating CIA in response to RII [30].
Meiotic sex chromosome inactivation in male mice with targeted disruptions of Xist [31].
Here we report that Lmna(-/-) mice display impaired spermatogenesis, with a significant accumulation of spermatocytes I during early prophase I stages, while pachytene spermatocytes are severely defective in synaptic pairing of the sex chromosomes in particular, leading to massive apoptosis during the pachytene stage of meiosis I [32].
We report on an amelogenin-based nested polymerase chain reaction sexing method that simultaneously amplifies distinguishable fragments from both sex chromosomes [33].
Chromosome preparations from seven subjects with aberrations of sex chromosomes were utilized for in situ hybridization studies with the tritium-labeled Y-derived probe p50f [34].
Cytological dissection of sex chromosome heterochromatin of Drosophila hydei [35].
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Where's Mickey
Disney Find 'n Seek is a perfect road trip distraction for kids
George Ponder
Find 'n Seek is one of the latest releases from Disney and joins the hidden object puzzle genre of games. Available for Windows 10 PC and Mobile, the game is a library full of puzzles themed after popular Disney movies such as Frozen, Tangled and Big Hero 6.
The free game offers a Donald Duck collection of puzzles and the other puzzle chapters are available through in-app purchase. Disney Find 'n Seek is clearly geared more towards the younger gamer, but the more seasoned gamers should also find it challenging to locate the some of the objects hidden in plain sight.
Disney Find 'n Seek opens up in a strange fashion by jumping directly into a tutorial on gameplay. The tutorial walks you through choosing the puzzle book to play from, solving a puzzle and cataloging the rare items you locate. If Disney Find 'n Seek has a main menu, it would be from an enchanted library scene where a magical book sits center screen. You can access the puzzle library by tapping on the "books" banner and tapping on the magical book opens up an achievement display. There is also two navigation buttons on this screen to go to the help screen and gaming store where you can buy additional puzzle books.
The achievements display highlight any rare objects you find and notes your progress on completing each collection of these items. The game's help screen covers gameplay mechanics and the developer credits. For some reason, this area is password protected much like parental controls are (provided four written numbers and you have to enter them numerically).
Puzzles with Disney Find 'n Seek are sorted by volumes that contain multiple puzzles. The individual volumes are themed after a Disney movie, only a book of Donald Duck puzzles is provided with the free version of the game. Additional volumes include Frozen, Toy Story, Big Hero 6, Tangled and more and are available through in-app purchase. The additional volumes run $2.99 each with bundled deals available for $4.99 to save a little when buying multiple volumes.
Gameplay with each puzzle is your typical hidden-object-style gameplay. You are presented with a scene and a list of items to find sits at the bottom of the display. A collection of power-ups and hints are nestled in the lower right corner.
Each game is timed and if the clock strikes zero before all the objects are located, you fail the level. To claim or locate an item, just tap on it. When first tapped, rare items begin dancing around the screen and require a second tap to collect.
Puzzle scenes are played multiple times and involve the same core set of objects to find (plus the rare objects). Each visit to the scene has these objects shuffled about and I have to give the developers credit with their skills at hiding things. If you do get stumped, the hint button can be used once per game and the power-ups can give you extra time, remove some of the clutter from the scene and reveal hidden objects. The power-ups require an in-app purchase, but you can save a little cash by simply waiting long enough during gameplay until one of the hidden object flashes. The downside to this strategy is that it costs you valuable time. Time is money, so it's your call.
Disney Find 'n Seek does feel as it was developed more for our younger gamers, but gameplay is challenging enough to appeal to all ages (or at least to also stump Mom and Dad when this kid's having trouble locating the final item). The Windows 10 game plays out nicely from the smaller screen of a Windows Mobile phone, as well as from the larger screen of a Windows 10 tablet or PC.
My only gripe with Disney Find 'n Seek is with the number of in-app purchases. From buying new puzzle volumes to buying power-ups, it felt as though at every turn the game presented you with a way to spend a little money. In some cases, a lot of money. Luckily, the volumes can be bundled to reduce the cost a little.
I can see Disney Find 'n Seek being a fun gaming option for road trips, distracting the kids in a restaurant, or keeping them occupied in the waiting room at the dentist. Or you can substitute yourself in there; it's okay, you'll find that hidden snow shoe soon, just look a little harder...
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Out in the Open: This Super-Cheap Cellphone Network Brings Coverage Almost Anywhere
Author: Klint FinleyKlint Finley
OpenBTS and YateBTS help communities replace expensive cellular network infrastructure with open source software.
Image: mayo5/Getty
Antarctica is probably the last place you'd expect cellphone service. But thanks to the Australian government and a company called Range Networks, you'll soon be able to find a signal near several research facilities on the continent.
Range has already brought GSM service–the same type of network that carries voice calls and text messages elsewhere in the world–to Macquarie Island, a small island just outside the Antarctic Circle. This is preferable to walkie talkies or Wi-Fi because it provides wider coverage while using less energy. And although the network has a satellite uplink to connect it with the rest of the world, it doesn't depend on satellites for local communications, which is essential to the safety of field researchers.
GSM networks like the one on the island usually cost about a million dollars to build, says Range Networks CEO Ed Kozel. But Range is able to bring the technology to Antarctica for just a few thousand dollars using an open source platform called OpenBTS, short for Open Base Transceiver Station. All you need to run a GSM network with OpenBTS is radio software and an off-the-shelf Linux server. "The legacy infrastructures are why most operators are so expensive to run, but we took a clean slate approach," Kozel explains.
Thanks to its barebones approach, the technology is a way of bringing cell service to all sorts of remote populations, from Antarctica to rural Indonesia. Big telecommunications companies are unlikely to build traditional networks in such places because they just wouldn't be profitable. But the economics of open source are very different.
From Indonesia to Iceland
OpenBTS was co-created by Range Networks co-founder David Burgess in 2008, when he realized he could replace much of the traditional infrastructure involved in cellular networks with software. "My first encounter with mobile networks was in the defense contracting world," says Burgess, who has since left the company to found a new venture called Legba. "I fell in love with the technology very quickly, but the way GSM was deployed–and still is in the traditional world–is fairly inefficient. There's a lot of things that made sense back in the 80s when computers were very expensive and consumed a lot of power, but just don't make sense today."
Image: Range Networks
Though OpenBTS is typically used remote areas with low populations, it has also inspired some other, unexpected uses. A search and rescue team in Iceland, for instance, used the software to turn one of its helicopters into a flying cellphone tower that can be used to triangulate the location of missing persons.
And yes, the software can be used by hackers to hijack people's phone calls by spoofing cellphone towers. "It's not the intent for the company, but because the software is open source, people can do that," Kozel acknowledges. But the benefits of bringing wireless connectivity to people who otherwise wouldn't have it, he says, is worth the trade-off.
While Range Networks continues to build new networks in remote areas, Burgess has turned his attention to another problem. He says many network operators are planning to switch over to the widely used LTE cellular standard and shut down their GSM networks in order to save money and open up more of the wireless spectrum for LTE. But many of those networks, he explains, aren't planning to replace the GSM infrastructure in rural locations with newer LTE infrastructure, which will leave customers in those areas without any access.
After leaving Range last year, Burgess is now focused on a new open source creation called YateBTS. This platform combines code from OpenBTS with another open source project called Yate, which is short for Yet Another Telephony Engine. Burgess says Yate, which was developed by Romanian company NullTeam, acts something like a translator between different types of telecommunications protocols. This lets YateBTS integrate with other network standards.
Burgess hopes Legba, which he started to commercialize YateBTS, will be able to provide network operators with a way of running GSM networks on the same infrastructure, and even within the same spectrum, as their LTE networks. But his ambition is greater than that. He'd also like to revolutionize infrastructure the way Android has revolutionized mobile computing. "What Android did for the handset world was enable a whole new wave of companies and technologies it produced a lot of new products and new competition in the smart phone market," he says. "What Android did for the handsets we'd like to do for the network."
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1 shot overnight in Corryville
Shooting victim rushed to hospital Monday
Updated: 5:17 AM EDT Mar 26, 2018
By Jennifer Moore
One man is recovering after being shot in Corryville early Monday morning.Police were called to the area of Taft Road and Burnet Avenue around 3:30 a.m.Investigators said the victim was running from something when he was shot. Police think a car might be related to the gunfire.Emergency crews rushed the victim to University of Cincinnati Medical Center. His condition is not known at this time. Police have not made any arrests.Drivers will need to avoid the area this morning.If you know anything about this shooting, call Crime Stoppers at (513) 352-3040.
Corryville —
One man is recovering after being shot in Corryville early Monday morning.
Police were called to the area of Taft Road and Burnet Avenue around 3:30 a.m.
Investigators said the victim was running from something when he was shot. Police think a car might be related to the gunfire.
Emergency crews rushed the victim to University of Cincinnati Medical Center. His condition is not known at this time.
Police have not made any arrests.
Drivers will need to avoid the area this morning.
If you know anything about this shooting, call Crime Stoppers at (513) 352-3040.
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BS MOTORSPORT LTD Q&A - NEIL BAINBRIDGE
WHAT WAS YOUR FIRST JOB?
My first job was in a Porsche dealership in the Lake District where I worked as an apprentice for three years before continuing my studies at college. I used to walk past the garage on my way to and from school, I washed the Porsches at weekends and eventually they took me on as an apprentice mechanic aged 16. I gained invaluable experience and travelled to and from Reading completing dealer-training courses under the Porsche training scheme. At the time I earned just £16 a week, ten of which went to my mother! I’m very happy to be still doing what I love to do 39 years later.
DESCRIBE HOW YOUR CAREER DEVELOPED TO THE PRESENT DAY
Once fully qualified, my brother lured me away from my weekend surfing life in the Lake District to work as a mechanic in the South of England for twice the salary. My second job was with a company called Autofarm 1973 Ltd working in their restoration racing division where I was signed off as a racing driver. I worked with them for four years before setting up my own business aged 25.
My first business, based in Stoke Mandeville soon out grew the premises so we moved the operation to Winslow where the business focused on the race preparation and running of Porsche cars - I’ve probably driven more high performance cars than most people dream about. We had a full race team, trucks, vans, 14 staff, and I would spend around three days a week driving on circuits.
However, things changed dramatically when I spent 10 days in a coma following a big motorbike crash in 1995. I was in hospital for a full year as it took them six months to repair the bone and rebuild my shoulder then a further five months to transplant nerves from my leg into my shoulder in an attempt to restore functionality to the arm. There was some response in the arm, but I broke it a couple of times while skiing, so we decided that the best way forward was to have the arm removed completely. In my sport a prosthetic arm would have got in the way, so I said no to the offer. I was left-handed, so it meant learning to do everything with my right hand but the will to survive and the thought of motorsport kept me going.
As a result of the accident, I lost my first business but in 1996 I contacted one of my first apprentices to help me kick-start a new business. We worked out of a little shed in Stoke Mandeville (the same place as I first started from) for about four months before moving to Westcott Venture Park and we’ve been here ever since.
When we first moved to the park we had a full race team, trucks, vans and plenty of staff but as the recession hit the race side of the business looked less lucrative so we diversified back into what I know best, which is historic Porches and engine development.
Our work now ranges from servicing, repairs and restoration to race preparation, maintenance and development. We continue to work with all the Porsche specialists in the region including Autofarm, the company responsible for me moving to the south of England all those years ago. Most of the serious Porsche specialists including Porsche UK have used our services at some point as we are the only workshop to have our own engine test cell.
We have been at WVP for over 15 years now and have watched the site develop, grow and improve over time. In the early days we lost a few key customers as they wouldn’t take their cars over the big speed ramps at the old entrance to the park. The work WVP has completed on the new entrance, onsite security and road infrastructure have been big plus points for us and it keeps the customers happy as they feel secure when they go through the gates.
WHAT ARE THE KEY RESPONSIBILITIES IN YOUR POSITION?
In a nutshell, keeping it all going, progressing and expanding the business. We have basically more than doubled the size of the rental area we occupy at WVP and the plan is to end up with the entire unit at some point.
DESCRIBE A TYPICAL DAY
My day starts with feeding the dog, I leave the house by around 6:30am and arrive at work by 7am in order to catch that key time in the day before the telephone starts. As it’s my business everyone calling in wants to speak to me which does become difficult so I’m usually one of the first onsite and one of the last to leave. As a family business my son Ian is in charge of the day to day running in the offices and keeping the accounts running smooth along with Gina my wife who has helped the business grow to where we are now.
WHAT HAS BEEN YOUR BEST DECISION?
My best decision was to pilot a zapcat boat 2,200 miles around Britain for charity, it took 21 demanding days to complete but it was an experience I will never forget.
It all started in 2007 at a BBQ when I jokingly said that we should just jump on a boat and go around Britain. I was sure I could make it happen so made it my mission to accomplish from that day on. So in 2009, aged 50 and with only one functional arm, I set off to take on the challenge accompanied by a land support crew and boat.
Two weeks before we were due to leave, a sponsor who had promised us £15,000 for a camper van and other logistics found he was unable to do so, so the land team had to make do with ex-army beds and bivvy bags.
Believe it or not the hardest task was collecting money for the two charities we supported CLIC (Cancer and Leukaemia in Children) and Lizard Lifeboat and despite our best efforts we did not manage to raise enough money.
We had some hairy moments, not least as we were travelling in the worst weather conditions despite setting off in June. Within the first four hours at sea our satnav, tracker and VHF all packed up as we were pushing through a heavy swell of 8 to 12 feet. We headed for land as fast as we could and eventually with the help of two eagle-eyed ladies, the Coastguard and our land crew we made it back to sea to continue the challenge.
Before anyone sets to sea in a zapcat on a demanding journey, I would advise them to make sure their mind and body are strong enough for it, their mind especially. You need almost tunnel vision to keep going, day after day. Those nine, ten or eleven hour days took a lot out of me.
Otherwise it was brilliant, especially round the North of Scotland where I saw literally millions of Puffins and when we went across the Bristol Channel a shoal of dolphins followed me, there were so many incredible highlights and I have flash backs about all the things I experienced to this day.
I still have the zapcat as I kept it out of sentimental value, although I am sure it will get used again as there has been talk of taking a bunch of Marines around Britain and I’ve also offered to take the security guys out on it.
Although an incredible experience the downside was that completing the challenge nearly killed my business. Funding issues with the bank caused problems as at the time I was installing the engine test cell within the workshop.
Although a bad experience at the time, this taught me to think very carefully about funding and as a direct result we are now completely self-funded with no overdraft or bank loans. We are now well positioned to further expand the business which will hopefully be my next best decision.
DO YOU RUN AN APPRENTICESHIP SCHEME?
Yes we have trained up three apprentices whilst at WVP. In July I took our current apprentice to complete an 8 hour race in Le Mans and then Spa to complete 25 hours of racing.
DO YOU HAVE A GOOD WORK/LIFE BALANCE?
I do spend far too many hours in the workshop but I completely switch off from work when I get home at night.
My business is my hobby so even in my own time I tend to work on looking after engines, at the moment I look after the boat engine for Ben Jelf of Jelf Racing. I first met Ben when he was an eleven year old, racing powerboats, he’s now World Champion, European Champion, has held the British Speed Record, the British Sprint Championship and many more.
Supporting Ben gets me out of the workshop and we quite often make a family weekend of it when travelling abroad, in fact we are off to the Czech Republic in two weeks time to support Ben in the World Championships.
WHAT ARE THE BIGGEST CHALLENGES FACING YOUR BUSINESS TODAY?
Employment is an issue as it’s difficult to find the staff, especially when the work we do is so specialist. Bank funding is inevitably always an issue, having said that and as previously mentioned we try to make sure everything we do here is self-funded.
IS THERE ANYTHING IN YOUR BUSINESS THAT REALLY IRRITATES YOU?
I hate things being untidy, I can work 24 hours in a day but I can’t work in a mess.
HOW DO YOU SEE YOUR COMPANY DEVELOPING OVER THE NEXT FIVE YEARS?
We are expanding the business with the launch of the new secure storage area for customers, which in turn should generate additional service, testing and development work.
The expansion of the business will create new job opportunities and we are currently advertising for two mechanics and a workshop manager, which we hope to have on board within the next 12 months.
Our new secure storage area can accommodate up to 80 high value cars on two levels of the building as we installed a mezzanine floor and a commercial lift. We launched our new restoration workshop in July, complete with a new tearoom and shower room for the team.
We have come a long way in the last 12 months and that trend is set to continue. The next plan will be to take on a further building to advance the storage business.
WHAT DO YOU DO TO MOTIVATE YOUR WORKFORCE?
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John Anderson - Seminole Wind
John Anderson performs "Seminole Wind"
"Seminole Wind" is a song written and recorded by American country music artist John Anderson. It was released in August 1992 as the fourth single and title track from the album of the same name. It peaked at number 2 on the United States Billboard Hot Country Singles & Tracks chart, and reached number-one on the Canadian RPM Country Tracks chart. Before its release as a single, it was included on the B-side of the album's second single release, "Straight Tequila Night."
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John Anderson - Seminole Wind Lyrics
Ever since the days of old
Men would search for wealth untold
They'd dig for silver and for gold
And leave the empty holes
And way down south in the Everglades
Where the black water rolls and the saw grass waves
The eagles fly and the otters play
In the land of the Seminole
So blow, blow Seminole wind
Blow like you're never gonna blow again
I'm callin' to you like a long-lost friend
But I know who you are
And blow, blow from the Okeechobee
All the way up to Micanopy
Blow across the home of the Seminole
The alligator and the gar
Progress came and took its toll
And in the name of flood control
They made their plans and they drained the land
Now the Glades are goin' dry
And the last time I walked in the swamp
I stood up on a cyprus stump
I listened close and I heard the ghost
Of Oseola cry
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Who’s really “greening” future cities?
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As COP25 gets underway, our deep dive into two years of news coverage reveals that the green army of waste pickers leading urban recycling efforts deserves greater recognition for its efforts in solving one of the most pressing problems of our times.
Cities, particularly in the Global South, are bursting at the seams with challenges from overcrowding to lack of affordable housing to snarled traffic, and are in need of innovative ways forward now more than ever. Among the major issues they face in becoming “21st-century cities” is trash — and what to do about it. The solutions, however, often already exist.
From WIEGO’s work with waste pickers in Asia, Africa and Latin America, we know how informal recyclers can bring their masterful knowledge to improve urban recycling efforts and save municipalities money. Yet so often their value in the waste sector is ignored, sidelined and even undermined.
That’s why waste pickers are making themselves heard on the global stage. As climate change talks continue in Madrid at COP25, waste picker organizations are calling for their own important environmental efforts to be recognized. In addition to staging a march in the Spanish capital, they are participating in a parallel convening, the People’s Climate Summit, in Chile, where COP25 was originally to be held.
Among the major issues they face in becoming “21st-century cities” is trash — and what to do about it. The solutions, however, often already exist.
To coincide with the start of COP25, WIEGO’s Urban Policies Team analyzed over 500 news articles on waste pickers from six continents in four languages — English, Spanish, French and Portuguese — over the past 20 months.
The team set out to gain a better understanding of how waste pickers are being incorporated into 21st-century cities and found that as growing crises mount — from a dump in Delhi soaring to the height of the Taj Mahal to serious plastic pollution problems — waste pickers’ work continues to be essential in creating real and sustainable environmental and social change in global cities of the future.
Read God is My Alarm Clock: A Brazilian Waste Picker's Story.
In Bogota, Colombia, informal recycler Alfredo Rodriguez collects waste from the city streets early in the morning. Photo: Juan Arredondo/Getty Images Reportage
Key Trend: Integrating Waste Pickers into Future Cities
In our analysis of hundreds of articles, we found that inclusion of waste pickers into municipal solid waste plans was a hot news topic — especially in countries where WIEGO team members and our network have been working for decades, a promising signal of the power of organizing, expanded research and better urban policies.
From WIEGO’s work with waste pickers ... we know how informal recyclers can bring their masterful knowledge to improve urban recycling efforts and save municipalities money.
Over 60 per cent of all media articles on waste pickers covered policies or organizational practices that led, or could lead, to the inclusion of waste pickers, particularly in India, Colombia and Brazil. Cities are in need of new ways forward and are increasingly recognizing how waste pickers can help them achieve sustainability goals and set them on track toward a better urban future.
In the sections below, we look more closely at key media coverage of waste picker integration across geographies.
Read more on waste-picker integration in WIEGO’s archives, including the Informal Economy Monitoring Study, focusing on waste pickers in Belo Horizonte, Brazil; Bogotá, Colombia; Pune, India.
Waste pickers in Pune, India, sort through their collected recyclable waste. Photo: Marlese von Broembsen
India: Waste Pickers Innovating to Achieve Urban Targets
In India, waste picker organizations are increasingly recognized for their innovative approaches to advancing urban transformation.
SWaCH, a waste-picker cooperative in the city of Pune, received attention for the cooperative’s economic and environmental contributions (members recycle 1,000 tonnes of waste per day, preventing it from entering landfills). Another article shows how SWaCH has become a model for integrating informal sector workers in garbage collection while helping to reduce the marginalization of nearly 3,000 "untouchable” waste workers. An article featuring the Bangalore-based waste picker organization, Hasiru Dala, shows the power of organizing in improving municipal solid waste management.
Waste pickers’ work continues to be essential in creating real and sustainable environmental and social change in global cities of the future.
Positive coverage of these two waste picker organizations in two of India’s metropolises shows that Indian cities can integrate waste pickers into their future plans.
Waste workers in a Brazil cooperative crush plastic bottles to prep for recycling. Photo: Leslie Tuttle
Latin America: Waste Pickers Continue to Fight
Waste pickers have made promising achievements in Latin America, particularly in Brazil and Colombia, where WIEGO and partner membership-based organizations have been challenging status-quo thinking on informal workers for years. The media has captured many of these promising models for integration in the waste sector, as well as waste pickers’ continued fight for recognition.
The majority of stories we analyzed focused on highlighting policy or the importance of organizing in achieving the recognition of waste pickers’ work. In Mendoza City, Argentina, waste pickers were recognized as key players in the reduction of waste in the city.
Over 60 per cent of all media articles on waste pickers covered policies or organizational practices that led, or could lead, to the inclusion of waste pickers.
However, Latin America has faced increasing economic and political volatility, which has especially impacted the working poor. The continent’s deepening economic crisis, for example, has increased the numbers of waste pickers in Argentina as the country experiences an economic downturn.
In Colombia, waste pickers were able to take important steps forward in their ongoing quest for integration. For example, over the last 20 months, Colombian waste pickers have requested better conditions on municipal agreements, negotiated with the municipal government the delivery of a new warehouse to a waste pickers’ cooperative, and joined together to create a company to improve their working conditions.
SWaCH, a waste-picker coorperative in the city of Pune ... recycle 1,000 tonnes of waste per day.
Also in Colombia, as of August 1, 2019, approximately 200 organizations of waste pickers are in the process of formalization through a municipal payment system. With this important step, they will gain an economic incentive for their contribution to increasing recycling and solid waste management in the country.
In Itaúna, Brazil, the waste pickers’ cooperative, COOPERT, recently received the "Best Practices in Local Management" award from Caixa Econômica Federal for sustainably impacting the quality of life in their communities. COOPERT has been innovating in other areas, too, including tackling gender equality.
COOPERT is the home base of MNCR leader Madalena Duarte, one of the coordinators of WIEGO-MNCR Gender and Waste Project. Watch a video with Madelena.
A cardboard recycler in Duban, South Africa, transports her collected cardboard to a weighing station where she will sell her load. Photo: Asiye eTafuleni
Waste pickers save municipalities money and increase recycling
Another promising media trend was that waste pickers are being seen as change agents and that working with them actually makes good environmental and economic sense.
An article from South Africa highlighted how waste pickers are key to the recycling industry while another also recognized that waste-pickers collect as much as 80 per cent of waste in South Africa.
The Latin America press documented how waste pickers are the invisible key piece in the Peruvian circular economy; how approximately 2,650,000 tons of waste is collected annually by waste pickers in Bogota; and how Brazilian waste pickers are responsible for collecting 90 per cent of the country’s recyclable waste.
Waste picker Alice Lebitza removes valuable recyclables from the waste at the Boitshepi landfill near Johannesburg in South Africa. Photo: Jonathan Torgovnik/Getty Images Reportage
Continued fight for recognition
While waste pickers have made headway, the battle for full recognition is never complete. In Johannesburg, waste pickers marched to be recognized. Tunisia's waste pickers are calling on the government to acknowledge their contributions as they recycle two-thirds of the country’s plastic waste without official status.
In Ecuador, the hard, unrecognized work of waste pickers continues to go unacknowledged, and in Argentina, waste pickers are demanding an ordinance that recognizes and dignifies their activities.
A waste picker in Argentina collects waste with horse and cart. Photo: Unknown
Waste Pickers Tackling Plastic Waste Crisis
One of the most worrisome emerging topics affecting not only waste pickers but every one of us is the plastic waste crisis. Waste pickers have a key role to play in helping to tackle this complicated issue, but many hurdles remain.
The growing plastic crisis and China’s plastic ban are bringing new challenges to waste pickers in poorer countries. Indian cities, for example, are drowning in plastic waste, increasing the need for municipalities to see the role waste pickers can play in helping to solve it. A new report from the Global Alliance for Incinerator Alternatives takes a look at how Southeast Asian countries are struggling to manage higher volumes of plastic waste as a result of China's ban on imports of mixed recyclable plastics [..] “the lack of an international regime governing the trade in plastic waste is leaving waste pickers at the bottom of the ladder to deal with the environmental pollution and health risks of consumers on the other side of the world.”
Latin America has faced increasing economic and political volatility, which has especially impacted the working poor.
Also, many developed countries are exporting their post-consumer plastic waste to typically poorer countries. For example, Agbogbloshie in Ghana is home to the world’s largest e-dump, causing new challenges for the waste sector and for waste pickers.
In May 2019 countries around the world signed on to a UN plan to reduce the flow of plastic waste to developing countries. Although there have been signs of some companies making attempts to tackle the problem, these have been described by campaigners as a drop in the ocean.
The good news is that new types of solutions to the plastic-waste challenge are being considered and implemented across the globe — from scientists at the USA’s National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) devising plans to fight ocean plastic to Africa’s global policy experts proposing that customers should pay a deposit on plastic bottles to plastic bans across the world, with 127 countries now regulating plastic bags.
In Colombia, as of August 1, 2019, approximately 200 organizations of waste pickers are in the process of formalization through a municipal payment system.
In India, Nestlé is going door to door in the Himalayas to comply with the country’s strict new waste-curbing rules. Also, the Indian government is looking into monetary incentives for waste pickers and an environmental tax on plastics. Cities such as Delhi are even contemplating paving their roads with plastic.
Initiatives by private companies have been popping up to help battle a plastic emergency of their own making. As part of their Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) programmes, major corporations, such as Danone, Tetra Pak, Veolia and Nestlé, are leading a global scheme to reduce plastic waste. They claim that this move will put a value on the environmental services provided by waste pickers in countries like Brazil, India and Indonesia. Others, such as The Body Shop initiative in Bangalore, India, are recognizing the importance of working directly with waste pickers as part of their EPR efforts.
With growing concerns and complications around plastic pollution, WIEGO launched a new initiative this year, Reducing Waste in Coastal Cities through Inclusive Recycling (ReWCC) Project, to document and build the capacity of waste picker organizations in tackling ocean waste pollution in four cities in Asia, Africa and Latin America. The project is developing a unique methodology for assessing waste pickers’ contributions in minimizing greenhouse gas.
Read WIEGO team member Sonia Dias’ ideas for how waste pickers can be included in the new circular economy and Taylor Cass Talbott’s op-ed in Scientific American on how waste pickers are tackling ocean plastic waste.
Ananya Songsai, a waste sorter in Bangkok, Thailand, removes tape from plastic bags for recycling sorts in the garage of her suburban Bangkok home. Photo: Paula Bronstein/Getty Images Reportage
Sustainability and Livelihoods Go Hand-in-Hand
Reviewing nearly two years of news confirms a growing understanding of waste pickers role in urban systems. This positive turn acknowledges how waste pickers improve recycling rates, thereby contributing to climate change mitigation — one of the most pressing concerns of our time.
An integrated and inclusive waste sector has the potential to advance social change beyond environmental benefits. The media trends show examples of cities where waste is being framed as an opportunity to meet urban strategic priorities, including building inclusive economies that create jobs, facilitate social mobility, improve governance, protect the environment and promote sustainability and social justice.
The battle for full recognition is never complete. In Johannesburg, waste pickers marched to be recognized. Tunisia's waste pickers are calling on the government to acknowledge their contributions.
However, there is a continued need to deepen the understanding that “ecological change” is embedded in complex, interdependent technological and socio-economic systems. To improve the connection between sustainability and livelihoods, inclusive solid waste systems need to be designed with deliberate policies that favour livelihoods as the key to achieving human and economic development while protecting the environment.
Inclusive solid waste management systems can also positively impact Sustainable Development Goal targets and national and local goals. For example, if Thailand is to meet its laudable commitment of 100 per cent recycling by 2030, it is essential to integrate the country's informal waste workers into the plan to ensure efficient and effective waste management at the scale required.
In Chile, several municipalities have received a subsidy of USD $76,000 from the Solidarity and Social Investment Fund (Fosis) as part of a pilot project that seeks to contribute to the care of the environment and the inclusion of waste pickers. The move shows that serious efforts to protect the environment and achieve SDG targets require investment in designing inclusive solid waste systems.
An integrated and inclusive waste sector has the potential to advance social change beyond environmental benefits.
WIEGO’s urban advocacy and research, grounded in our Focal Cities, provides good examples of innovative and inclusive practices. These models show that progress is not only possible but happening. Creating more inclusive, 21st-century cities — as our news analysis shows — has a long way to go to become a reality, but a more equitable future relies on new legal and policy frameworks that includes integrating informal waste pickers into cities’ waste management systems. Only then will we have both environmental and equitable cities for all.
This article is part of an on-going series to monitor and analyze the news on WIEGO’s key worker groups — street vendors, waste pickers, domestic workers and home-based workers — to track global trends as they happen. Using WIEGO’s Global Monitoring System (GMS), which systematically curates informal economy news and to date has over 5,500 waste pickers news articles, we reviewed over 500 articles in four languages — English, French, Portuguese and Spanish — from six continents to gain insights into the global reality. Our goal is to provide insights to better inform local and national actions, global solidarity for waste pickers and better policymaking to ensure that cities of the future are cities for all.
Feature photo: Waste pickers at the landfill in Accra, Ghana, root through the garbage for recyclables. Photo: Dean Saffron
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Movies from the 1990s
Printable word scrambles, like this one, are a lot of fun! How quickly can you unscramble these popular films? All were released between 1990 and 1999.
Printable Movie Scramble
Note: The number in ( ) tells how many words are in the movie title.
1. CATTINI (1)
2. VATHREEBAR (1)
3. GILRMY (2)
4. CDEHIILLNRSSST (2)
5. DONGAMEWAFO (4)
6. SAJARPICKURS (2)
7. IMAGORSPATET (2)
8. CARTSITES (2)
9. GILKHITONEN (3)
10. SPROMFURTEG (2)
11. AJJIMNU (1)
12. MADCATPHAS (2)
13. WRUNTEMASHOTH (3)
14. TAXIHEMRT (2)
15. DEPES (1)
16. CAMELINKBN (3)
17. PRACES (1)
18. LEMONEHOA (2)
19. TYREMPOWNAT (1)
20. ETHINGERLEEM (2)
Answers:1. Titanic (1997)2. Braveheart (1995) 3. My Girl (1991)4. Schindler’s List (1993)5. A Few Good Men (1992)6. Jurassic Park (1993)7. Patriot Games (1992)8. Sister Activity (1992)9. The Lion King (1994)10. Forrest Gump (1994)11. Jumanji (1995)12. Patch Adams (1998)13. The Truman Show (1998)14. The Matrix (1999)15. Speed (1994)16. Men In Black (1997)17. Casper (1995) 18. Home Alone (1990)19. Pretty Woman (1990) 20. The Green Mile (1999)
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Wisconsin Communities Turn To Voters For More Funding
December 12, 2019 - 6:00am
Fourteen local governments across Wisconsin passed referendums raising taxes beyond their levy limits last year — the most in any given year since 2006. We learn why communities are asking for more money and examine whether the state’s levy limit policy creates disparities between fast- and slow-growth communities.
Remembrance Tree To Honor Victim Of Wausau Cemetery Shooting
A tree-lighting ceremony in Wausau honored the victim of an October shooting at Pine Grove Cemetery in Wausau.
Young Wisconsin Taxidermist and Meat Processor Kept Busy Despite Decline In Deer Harvest
Many Wisconsinites enjoy deer hunting for the experience, but also the meat and potential taxidermy work. We talk with a Wisconsin meat processor and taxidermist about how the demand for his products and services has fluctuated over the years.
Head Of Wisconsin National Guard Resigns Amid Scrutiny Of Sexual Assault Investigations
The head of Wisconsin's National Guard, Maj. Gen. Donald Dunbar, has resigned after a federal report was critical of how the Guard has handled investigations into sexual assault and harassment. We hear more about the findings of the federal investigation, and talk about what comes next.
This Week In Washington - December 11, 2019
House Democrats announced two articles of impeachment against President Trump yesterday, and expect to vote on them before the end of the year. We talk about what's next in the process. Also, we discuss an agreement on the US-Mexico-Canada trade deal.
Why There Are Political Fights Over Special Elections
When Rep. Sean Duffy resigned from his position in September, a political fight broke out over when to hold a special election to fill it. We talk about a new piece from WisContext looking at what happened, and what the district's vacancy means for its residents' representation in Congress.
Environmental Groups Sue Wisconsin PSC Over Approval Of Transmission Line
The Wisconsin Wildlife Federation and the Driftless Area Land Conservancy say two commissioners should have recused themselves from decision on Cardinal-Hickory Creek Transmission Line.
Natural Resources Board Approves Ruffed Grouse Management Plan
The Wisconsin Natural Resources has approved a 10-year plan for ruffed grouse management in the state. The move follows concerns over the bird’s decline.
WisContext: Another Special Elections Fracas And The Question Of Representation
December 11, 2019 - 11:35am
For the second time in as many years, Wisconsin's gears of democracy have slipped and slowed on the questions of how and when a special election would be set by the governor's office....
GOP Lawmakers Introduce Bill To Legalize Medical Marijuana
Two Republican state lawmakers have introduced a bill that would legalize medical marijuana, saying it's time for Wisconsin to join the majority of the country in giving patients the option.
Inmate Death At Columbia Prison Under Investigation
Sheriff's officials say the death of an inmate at the Columbia Correctional Institution is under investigation.
Middleton High Schools Closed After Social Media Threats
Two high schools in the Middleton-Cross Plains Area School District are closed because of what officials say are credible threats made on social media.
Details From The Wisconsin National Guard Sexual Harassment Report
A federal investigation into the Wisconsin National Guard has led to the resignation of its top commander. A reporter joins us to talk about reforms to sexual assault protocols and reporting mechanisms in the ranks.
Strong Hiring Season Predicted For First Quarter Of 2020
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UW-Madison Researchers Filed More Conflict Of Interest Statements Than Any Other Institution Since 2012
Researchers at the University of Wisconsin-Madison filed nearly three times more financial conflict of interest disclosures related to grants from the National Institutes of Health than any other institution.
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Redskins fans get their wish: Unpopular team president Bruce Allen fired as housecleaning begins
Yahoo Sports December 30, 2019
It might take a while for Washington Redskins fans to not include #FireBruceAllen after every tweet. It was practically second nature.
Bruce Allen, the team’s president for most of a terrible decade, has been fired. It was reported Sunday that he was no longer running football operations, as he had done for most of his time with the team, dating back to December 2009. There had been speculation that Allen could remain with the Redskins in a different capacity, however.
On Monday morning the team officially announced that Allen was done with the organization, period.
Daniel Snyder announces move
Redskins owner Daniel Snyder, who seemed to be physically attached to Allen for much of the last decade considering how often they were seen together, put out a statement announcing Allen had been fired.
"As this season concludes, Bruce Allen has been relieved of his duties as President of the Washington Redskins and is no longer with the organization,” Snyder’s statement said. “Like our passionate fan base, I recognize we have not lived up to the high standards set by great Redskins teams, coaches and players who have come before us. As we reevaluate our team leadership, culture and process for winning football games, I am excited for the opportunities that lie ahead to renew our singular focus and purpose of bringing championship football back to Washington D.C."
It’s at least moderately interesting that there wasn’t even a token “thank you” to Allen for his time, considering how close he and Snyder seemed to be. When the Washington fan base constantly clamored for Allen to get fired, Snyder kept him around.
This season must have been too much for even Snyder to handle.
Washington Redskins owner Dan Snyder, left, fired longtime team president Bruce Allen after another losing season. (AP Photo/Mark Tenally, File)
Bruce Allen was unpopular in Washington
Allen took over as the team’s primary decision maker on personnel in 2014, after Mike Shanahan was fired. The team had two winning seasons and never won more than nine games in that span. Washington has won one playoff game since the end of the 1999 season and has lost fans at an alarming rate as it became a laughingstock of the league.
Washington will have big changes. Reports Monday said former Carolina Panthers coach Ron Rivera was the leading candidate to be the team’s next head coach. Jay Gruden was fired during the 2019 season. There will be someone calling the shots on the personnel side. The roster is likely to have plenty of turnover too.
Now that Allen is gone, Snyder will be the one constant in all the losing, but that’s the one factor unlikely to change in Washington.
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Harper: Donald Trump still wants a vote in the Senate to dismiss the articles of impeachment against him as both sides prepare their arguments for when the president's trial begins on Tuesday. President Trump also fears his defense attorneys will not be aggressive enough in fighting for him, The New York Times reported. Trump is known to care optics and expressed concern about how he will come across when the trial plays out on television screens across the country. He spent Friday morning retweeting officials who were praising his USMCA and China trade deals and pundits who were criticizing the impeachment trial.
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Eastern York names former standout player its boys' basketball coach
A 1,000-point scorer for the Golden Knights, Justin Seitz will be the next boys' basketball coach at Eastern York.
Eastern York names former standout player its boys' basketball coach A 1,000-point scorer for the Golden Knights, Justin Seitz will be the next boys' basketball coach at Eastern York. Check out this story on ydr.com: http://www.ydr.com/story/sports/high-school/basketball-boys/2018/05/17/eastern-york-names-former-standout-player-its-boys-basketball-coach/621726002/
Jim Seip, jseip@ydr.com Published 8:31 p.m. ET May 17, 2018 | Updated 8:44 p.m. ET May 17, 2018
Close up of leather basketball background textured(Photo: hudiemm, Getty Images/iStockphoto)
Former Eastern York basketball standout Justin Seitz was named head coach of the boys' basketball program Thursday night.
Seitz, who went on to play basketball at Lock Haven University, returns to the program where he scored 1,488 points as a player. When he graduated in 1999, he ranked second on the program's all-time scoring list.
Seitz, 37, has spent the last five years coaching basketball at the junior high level at Eastern, and his first season as a varsity coach will be coaching the first group of players he coached at Eastern when they were seventh- and eighth-graders.
"It's definitely neat," Seitz said. "I've know these boys for the last four or five years. They're very good kids, and I look to help them any way I can."
Eastern went 9-13 last season in the seventh and final season under Jon Reichard. It marked just the second losing season in Reichard's tenure, and the program's first losing season since 2012 — Reichard's first year at the helm.
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Reichard helped rebuild the Golden Knights' program after the graduation losses of Andrew Nicholas and Austin Tillotson following the 2011 season. Both Nicholas and Tillotson played NCAA Division I basketball.
The Knights went 94-73 under Reichard, and the Eastern York graduate overcame cancer during his seven-year run as a head coach. His teams reached the district playoffs four times, advancing to the final in 2016 by stunning No. 1-seeded Milton Hershey in a semifinal.
Seitz played at Eastern under former coach Marty Hasenfuss, who compiled more than 350 career victories in stops at Eastern, Central Dauphin, Central York and CD East. Seitz, who graduated from Eastern in 1999, hopes to develop the same type of relationships with his players that he developed with Hasenfuss.
As far as making the jump from coaching in junior high to varsity, Seitz noted he has experience coaching 16-and-under AAU teams.
"Ultimately, it's still basketball," he joked.
PHOTO SLIDESHOW OF 2018 GAMETIMEPA BOYS' BASKETBALL ALL-STARS
Photos: GameTimePA's 2018 YAIAA boys' basketball all-stars
Northeastern's Fred Mulbah in action during the Bobcats' 63-60 comeback victory over Penncrest in the second round of PIAA 5A action at Garden Spot High School on Tuesday, March 13, 2018. Jason Plotkin, York Daily Record
Northeastern's Fred Mulbah greets the bench after being relieved in the second half of a first-round PIAA Class 5A boys' basketball game Friday, March 9, 2-18, at West York. Northeastern defeated Sun Valley 69-60 to advance in the tournament. Chris Dunn, York Daily Record
Northeastern's Antonio Rizzuto in action during the Bobcats' 63-60 comeback victory over Penncrest in the second round of PIAA 5A action at Garden Spot High School on Tuesday, March 13, 2018. Jason Plotkin, York Daily Record
Northeastern's Antonio Rizzuto shoots against Sun Valley in the first half of a first-round PIAA Class 5A boys' basketball game Friday, March 9, 2-18, at West York. Chris Dunn, York Daily Record
Northeastern's Antonio Rizzuto reacts to a foul called on the Bobcats, Tuesday, Feb. 12, 2018. The Northeastern Bobcats beat the Kennard-Dale Rams, 58-44, advancing to the YAIAA championships. Ty Lohr, The Evening Sun
Dover's Keith Davis (4) goes up for a shot, Friday, Feb. 9, 2018. New Oxford beat Dover, 59-51, advancing in the YAIAA boys' basketball tournament. Ty Lohr, The Evening Sun
Dover's Keith Davis (4) dives for a loose ball, Friday, Feb. 9, 2018. New Oxford beat Dover, 59-51, advancing in the YAIAA boys' basketball tournament. Ty Lohr, The Evening Sun
Dover's Keith Davis drives the ball up the court, Friday, Feb. 9, 2018. New Oxford beat Dover, 59-51, advancing in the YAIAA boys' basketball tournament. Ty Lohr, The Evening Sun
Kennard-Dale's Adam Freese drives against Littlestown in the second half of a PIAA District 3 4A boys' basketball quarterfinal Thursday, Feb. 22, 2018, at Kennard-Dale. Kennard-Dale defeated Littlestown 72-59 to advance in the tournament. Chris Dunn, York Daily Record
Kennard-Dale's Adam Freese prepares to take a foul shot during play against Bermudian Springs on Dec. 8, 2017. The Rams defeated the Eagles 62-35. Dan Rainville, Dan Rainville, The Evening Sun
Kennard-Dale's Adam Freese (13) and Northeastern's Antonio Rizzuto anticipate rebound, Tuesday, Feb. 12, 2018. The Northeastern Bobcats beat the Kennard-Dale Rams, 58-44, advancing to the YAIAA championships. Ty Lohr, The Evening Sun
York?s Kyree Generett, right, passes the ball to teammate Seth Bernstein, left. William Penn defeated Northeastern in a District 3 Class 5A boys? basketball semifinal game at Giant Center in Derry Township, on February 26. Paul Chaplin/For GameTimePA York's Kyree Generett, right, passes the ball to his teammate, Seth Bernstein, left. William Penn defeats Northeastern 84-80 in overtime in a District 3 Class 5A boys' basketball semifinal game at Giant Center in Derry Township, Monday, February 26, 2018. Paul Chaplin, Paul Chaplin, For GameTimePA
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