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Pattern-chaser
↪T Clark
Nice post! :smile:
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As to causation; it is axiomatic just because events cannot be understood non-causally. — Janus
Nicely put! Thank you for expressing it in that way, which I hadn't thought of. :up:
mathematically speaking, consider " t " to be Plank time , wouldn't t/2 be shorter than that. — Wittgenstein
I think the Planck time is the time it takes for something travelling at the speed of light to traverse the Planck length. From this we reason that nothing can happen in a time less than the Planck time. I think I have that right, but I'm open to correction? :chin:
@Janus, @T Clark, @Wayfarer: thanks all for your opinions on causality. Interesting ideas; food for further thought. [ I wish they'd come up in the topic I created a while ago, concerning the axiom of causation.] :up:
I dont think science will have much of a problem with regards to the confusion behind the cause as scientists have some effective method of ruling out many causes to focus on the cause which is essential. — Wittgenstein
Are you saying that scientists simply filter out the lesser contributors to cause so that they can focus on just the one (even if it is the biggest one)? Ignoring and 'simplifying' reality in favour of calculability (if that's a word)? Perhaps I have misunderstood?
How could one compare one model of the OR with any other. — Coben
My point (as it applies to these words) is that one can't.
But if scientists can't approach the OR at all, then presumably he can't either. So why would any model be better than any other? How does he get a model of the OR? — Coben
My so-called model of OR is that we - all humans, past, present and future - know nothing of it, other than that it exists. Not really worthy of the term "model", is it? :wink: More of a non-model, really. It is simply an acknowledgement of our inability to obtain - by any means - Objective knowledge.
My point was that scientists definitely consider themselves to be finding out things about objective reality. — Coben
And my point is that they are mistaken if they believe they have discovered Objective knowledge. For simplicity, I'm ignoring the possibility that Objective knowledge is discovered unknowingly. For it is not then known by the discoverer to be Objective, nor can the discoverer demonstrate the correctness of her discovery to Objective standards.
If you cannot or will not accept this, then please answer this question: what means do scientists have to exercise Objective perception? It cannot be their own, human, perception, as we are easily able to demonstrate its (many) shortfalls. So what is this magical means that scientists have, to discover the undiscoverable?
Noah Te Stroete
My so-called model of OR is that we - all humans, past, present and future - know nothing of it, other than that is exists. Not really worthy of the term "model", is it? :wink: More of a non-model, really. It is simply an acknowledgement of our inability to obtain - by any means - Objective knowledge. — Pattern-chaser
I sympathize with this point of view.
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other people, causation, reality, other people's perception, those are all part of the OR. — Coben
In absolute terms, this is - must be - true. But if you are a brain in a vat, your connection to OR is less direct than you think it is. I challenge your assertion that these things are "all part of the OR". I do not assert that you are wrong, I assert that you have no way to demonstrate, to Objective standards, the knowledge you just claimed. Please explain how you have sufficient (and Objective) access to OR that you can justifiably make any claim about what is or is not part of OR. :chin:
My personal approach is that OR is modeled by observing, perceiving, and measuring AR. — Noah Te Stroete
...and if you are a brain in a vat? Would you not then be modelling the 'reality' the vat-maintainers send to you? :chin:
..and if you are a brain in a vat? Would you not then be modelling the 'reality' the vat-maintainers send to you? :chin: — Pattern-chaser
I take it on faith that I’m not a brain in a vat or an AI in a simulation. It’s my opinion.
↪Noah Te Stroete
Given that AR is the only 'reality' we have access to, we all must make some assumptions and move on. But I find, for reasons of mental hygiene, nothing more, that I'm happier admitting my own ignorance. Your opinion leads you differently, which I respect, by the way. But in the end: AR is ... whatever it is. OR is a mystery, except that it exists.
PoeticUniverse
This is over my head. I suspect I’m not the only one confused about it, though. — Noah Te Stroete
Blowing your mind…
The sun is not the same sun as it was a trillionth of a second ago, although to us a semblance of the ‘sun’ remains.
There are, strictly speaking, no objects that are identical with themselves over time, and so the temporal sequence probably remains open.
Nature is then no longer seen as clockwork, but only as a ‘possibility gestalt’, the whole world occurring anew each moment; however, the deeper reality from which the world arises, in each case, acts as a unity in the sense of an indivisible ‘potentiality’, which can perhaps realize itself in many possible ways, it not being a strict sum of the partial states.
It appears to us, though, that the world consists of parts that have continued on from “a moment ago”, and thus still retain their identity in time; yet, matter likely only appears secondarily as a congealed potentiality, a congealed gestalt, as it were.
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↪Pattern-chaser
I think it would really help to study this question in terms of history rather than philosophy - or rather, through the perspective of the history of ideas.
'History of ideas' sounds a rather generic description, but actually it refers to a specific academic sub-discipline. It is a field of research in history that deals with the expression, preservation, and change of human ideas over time.
So why it's important, is that it allows us to understand these ideas in a cultural and historical context. In particular, the fundamental shift that happened in Western thinking revolved around the 'scientific revolution', precipitated by, among others, Francis Bacon, Galileo, Newton, and Descartes. Viewed through that historical perspective, the huge change in Western thinking was precisely around the shift towards objective measurement as the basis of science. Earlier science had been based on inductive reasoning and intuition - not without its merits, but deficient in terms of dealing with actual facts.
Modern science emerged in the seventeenth century with two fundamental ideas: planned experiments (Francis Bacon) and the mathematical representation of relations among phenomena (Galileo). This basic experimental-mathematical epistemology evolved until, in the first half of the twentieth century, it took a stringent form involving (1) a mathematical theory constituting scientific knowledge, (2) a formal operational correspondence between the theory and quantitative empirical measurements, and (3) predictions of future measurements based on the theory. The “truth” (validity) of the theory is judged based on the concordance between the predictions and the observations. While the epistemological details are subtle and require expertise relating to experimental protocol, mathematical modeling, and statistical analysis, the general notion of scientific knowledge is expressed in these three requirements.
Science is neither rationalism nor empiricism. It includes both in a particular way. In demanding quantitative predictions of future experience, science requires formulation of mathematical models whose relations can be tested against future observations. Prediction is a product of reason, but reason grounded in the empirical. Hans Reichenbach summarizes the connection: “Observation informs us about the past and the present, reason foretells the future". 1 — E. R. Dougherty
And that's a major part of the context within which many of the debates on this forum take place. A lot of people (understandably, but incorrectly, in my view) assume that scientific method has superseded classical metaphysics and also undermined religion. But that doesn't see that whilst scientific method is powerful, indeed universal in scope in some respects, it often starts from basic assumptions about what constitutes 'evidence' and indeed what amounts to valid knowledge, that contain an implicit metaphysics - that of scientific realism and naturalism. And it's that attitude which emphasises (not to say 'worships') the notion of there being an Objective Reality, same for all observers, which science is painstakingly exposing, breakthrough by breakthrough, much like the chipping out of the fossilized remnants of a T. Rex from the jurassic layer in the Dakota badlands.
Whereas for some:
Nature is then no longer seen as clockwork, but only as a ‘possibility gestalt’, the whole world occurring anew each moment; however, the deeper reality from which the world arises, in each case, acts as a unity in the sense of an indivisible ‘potentiality’, which can perhaps realize itself in many possible ways, it not being a strict sum of the partial states. — PoeticUniverse
which is actually much nearer the emerging understanding of 'systems theory' informed by biosemiotics and ecological perspectives, not so much built around 'atomic facts' as 'emergent patterns and networks'.
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With regards to a complicated system, l have found the following article whose link is below quite useful. From what l have understood partially is that, a deterministic system can be unpredictable because the uncertainty and the error in the initial measurement of the system will cause drastic change in the calculated outcome.
.... closer look reveals that determinism and predictability are very different notions. In
particular, in recent decades chaos theory has highlighted that deterministic systems can be
unpredictable in various different ways.
https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&source=web&rct=j&url=http://philsci-archive.pitt.edu/12166/1/DeterminismIndeterminismWordPittsburghArchiveWithF.pdf&ved=2ahUKEwift_CkjonkAhUL-2EKHSknAvwQFjABegQIDxAH&usg=AOvVaw3LDopPZI0btavaExsb5oik
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I think the Planck time is the time it takes for something travelling at the speed of light to traverse the Planck length. From this we reason that nothing can happen in a time less than the Planck time. I think I have that right, but I'm open to correction
I think it is more like nothing can happen in less than plank time that has any meaning in the current theoretical framework of physics.
It depends on ones perspective in my opinion. If you regard the current theories of physics to being complete in explaining the universe, then plank time is the shortest time period. I think physics will have to develop a more complete theory which unites the macro world with the quantum world, so there is a possibility for time period being shorter than plank time. To be candid, the possibility is low.
Yes, l think that was my point. For example when deriving a equation, say PV=nRT. Physicist will make certain assumptions which will simplify the model. Like these assumptions which can be false in certain cases.
– Gases are composed of very small molecules and their number of molecules is very large.
– These molecules are elastic.
– They are negligible size compare to their container.
– Their thermal motions are random.
-- The molecules do not attract/repel each other.
Sometimes the results are not precise as in case of actual molecules ( they occupy space, hence affecting the actual volume, they have attraction between molecules affecting the pressure ) and there we need ,Van der Waals corrected equations. Later on there was Maxwells correction too.
Are you saying that scientists simply filter out the lesser contributors to cause so that they can focus on just the one (even if it is the biggest one)?
Yes, l think that was my point. — Wittgenstein
Doesn't that make causality a bit, er, indeterminate?
People often connect determinism and causality but l think they are not that interlinked, we can have a indeterminate system ( if indeterminate system is a unpredictable system ) that is based on cause and effect relation.
Consider the example below , > represents cause.
A>B and B>C,D,E
C>F,G,H D>I,J K E>L,M,N
This system will be complicated as the cause and effect relations will grow exponentially. Let's say at a certain limit the computer cannot track the causes anymore and that will be quick. From that point onwards , we will have an unpredictable system but that which can be traced to a general cause.
For example it wont be correct to say whatever E causes will be caused by A. So we may approximate certain things. It will also be negligible since the systems will gradually become smaller or restricted under A.
↪Wittgenstein
So causality often disappears in the complexity of reality? Yes, I can go with that. :up: Thus causality disappears in practice, but probably not in theory.
I would go with that too . :smile:
What is your take on the free will debate ?
That it disappears as causality does, when faced with the real world. In theory, it might be that things are deterministic (and it might not). In practice, I think it appears to us that we have free will.
How would you explain free will and what does it mean to have a free will ?
Absolute freedom is absurd since everyone interacts with the sense data provided from the world.
Those who believe that we do not have free will should have problems explaining something that doesn't exit according to them. Similarly those who believe in free will should have problems explaining cause and effect 's relation to freedom.
Doesn't free will imply freedom to act, but expecting the world to act as it always does? I mean we can't avoid the way the world works just because, with our free will, we decided it should work in some other way. :smile: Is this what you're getting at?
An absolute freedom is absurd since everyone interacts with the sense data provided from the world. — Wittgenstein
Did I just cover that, in what I said above?
What do you mean by " freedom " in freedom to act ? :wink: :wink:
mean we can't avoid the way the world works just because, with our free will, we decided it should work in some other way.
:ok: l agree that it works in only one way but what is that way ?
I never implied that it was your stance, l was just going about an extreme form of determinism.
What do you mean by " freedom " in freedom to act ? — Wittgenstein
The freedom to do as we wish, constrained only by the world, and the way it is, and the way it behaves. So long as we accept that we can't change the world (with some minor exceptions), we can act as we wish within that world.
l agree that it works in only one way but what is that way ? — Wittgenstein
The way it is. Just as Objective Reality is that which actually is, so the world, expressed in a rather less rigorous way, is what it is. It follows no laws, and acknowledges no constraints. It just is. So the way of the world is ... the way of the world. The way of the Tao, perhaps. :wink:
Since we are constrained by the world, how does that interfere with our freedom ?
Can you explain objective reality and subjective reality as a concept, l don't really know what's going on here. :grin:
The world constrains us in that we cannot change most of it, so if we try, we will fail: constraint. It's just like saying we can explore anywhere there's air for us to breathe. :wink:
Objective Reality is the absolute reality; it is what is, and that's all there is to it. It's the view generally adopted by analytic philosophers, sciencists, and the like. It's daft because we cannot knowingly access Objective knowledge, but that's part of another discussion, not this one. :smile: I do not value "subjective reality" as a concept, although I don't deny it or anything....
Will that do? :smile:
Objective Reality is the absolute reality; it is what is, and that's all there is to it. It's the view generally adopted by analytic philosophers, sciencists, and the like. It's daft because we cannot knowingly access Objective knowledge, but that's part of another discussion, not this one
This reminds me of the opening lines of tractatus logico philosophicus.
1. The world is all that is the case.
1.1 The world is the totality of facts, not of things.
1.11 The world is determined by the facts, and by their being all the facts.
1.12 For the totality of facts determines what is the case, and also whatever is not the case.
1.13 The facts in logical space are the world.
1.2 The world divides into facts.
1.21 Each item can be the case or not the case while everything else remains the same.
2. What is the case—a fact—is the existence of states of affairs.
Is this view :up: or :down:
A Holographic Metaphysics, Bohm's Implicate Order, and Bergson
A Uniquely Parsimonious and Skeptical Metaphysics
Unity vs. Separation in Metaphysics and its Implications
An attempt to clarify my thoughts about metaphysics
Jumping Points of View in Metaphysics
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How to Watch Killing Eve Online
Learn how to watch Killing Eve online with our step by step tutorial from any device anywhere in the world. Killing Eve is the latest epic Drama by the BBC
One of the most talked about shows is back for its second season. The Killing Eve series started season one with a warm reception, but quickly gained popularity.
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What is Killing Eve?
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Eve Polastri played by Sandra Oh has a desk job where she helps track down Villanelle, Jodie Comer plays this part a treat.
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Citizen vs Invicta – Watch Brand Overview & Comparison
For the seasoned watch enthusiast, the choice between Citizen and Invicta is pretty clear cut. Citizen is a well-respected brand that has been a staple in the industry thanks to its quality timepieces. On the other hand, Invicta is considered as the more budget-friendly and entry-level brand. While both coincide within the same price range, their reputation is quite distinct from one another.
In this article, we will be taking a closer look at the two watchmakers to help you decide which will better suit your personal preference. We will also be taking two best sellers from each brand and pit them against each other. To see which has the overall edge in terms of design, construction, and functionality.
History of Citizen
History of Invicta
Citizen and Invicta – Watch Comparisons
Also known as pilot watches, aviation watches are designed not only for casual use but also comes with specific features that make these timepieces useful for pilots. Some of the features that are attributed to pilot watches include anti-magnetic construction, shock-resistance, high precision, and better legibility. With this in mind, let’s check what Citizen and Invicta have to offer in this watch category.
Citizen Eco-Drive Stainless Steel Leather Aviation Watch
Invicta 17203 Aviator Stainless Steel Watch
Diving Watch
Citizen Eco-Drive Promaster Diver
Invicta 9204 Pro Diver Collection
Conclusion Citizen vs Invicta – Who has the Better Watch?
Citizen is a Japanese watchmaker company founded in 1918. Initially known as Shokosha Watch Research Institute, the company developed its reputation on producing beautifully crafted pocket watches.
It wasn’t until the 1930s when the company was officially renamed as Citizen. By 1936, Citizen began their expansion to other parts of the world as they started selling their timepieces in certain Southeast Asian countries.
The 1950s was a renaissance period for Citizen as they pumped out “first in the market” timepieces in rapid succession. Case in point, just a few years after releasing the Calendar and Parashock models, they also unveiled the first automatic self-winding movement.
Before the end of the 50s, Citizen made sure they finish up the decade with a bang as they released the Citizen Parawater, another first. This time, it is the first water-resistant Japanese wristwatch.
The 1970s saw a massive shift within the watch industry due mainly to the introduction of quartz movement technology. Citizen took full advantage of this as they increased their production of quartz watches. Quartz movement timepieces have taken up the majority of Citizen’s watch catalog. However, they are still producing mechanical movement watches to this day.
Halfway through the 70s, Citizen made history with their Crystron Mega Quartz watch. The watch was developed to provide the highest level of accuracy in timekeeping. It was also the most expensive timepiece ever to be released.
There were only 3,000 Crystron Mega Quartz manufactured, making this one of the rarest timepieces and is highly sought after by watch collectors worldwide.
Citizen wasn’t satisfied with releasing the most accurate watch that decade though as they also unveiled the Crystron Solar Cell. This was the first light-powered analog quartz watch, another milestone in Citizen’s illustrious career.
Within recent decades, Citizen blazed a trail in the industry that few could emulate. Some of their noteworthy watches include a 1,300m water-resistant diver’s watch and the first wristwatch with vocal recognition technology.
To this day, Citizen is still going strong without missing a beat. If you are looking for a quality watch brand, you can never go wrong with Citizen watches.
Invicta is a Swiss watchmaker company that was founded back in 1837. Invicta built its reputation with its excellent manual and automatic-winding watches. While not as well-known as other Swiss watchmakers, Invicta held its own along the middle line of the market.
Invicta went on a solid run in the following decades. While nothing groundbreaking, Invicta firmly become one of the more well-known mid-range watchmakers in the market. However, the quartz watch revolution of the 70s was a huge stumbling block for the company.
With Invicta utilizing a precision mechanical movement for their watches, the introduction of the quartz movement significantly took up a chunk of their market.
It took almost a decade for Invicta to finally catch up with the market as they finally entered the quartz movement arena. Invicta didn’t lose sight of their original goals, though. That is, to develop affordable yet high-quality timepieces. This is a mission that they are still doing to this day.
If you read through the quick history overview above, then you will already have a good idea as to which brand delivers better quality. But I ask you this – is it as clear cut as it appears? Let’s find out.
Citizen Men’s Eco-Drive Stainless Steel Chronograph Watch. (Image: Amazon)
The Citizen Eco-Drive Aviation Watch takes on a vintage design which will undoubtedly win over those who are aficionados of traditional style timepieces. The Citizen Avion is marketed as a watch that captures the look and feel of transatlantic flights in the 50s. A glance at the Citizen Avion proves this claim handily.
The stainless steel 45mm case is perfectly partnered up with a brown leather strap with contrasting stitching for added charm. The markings on the dial are bold and legible, one of the critical features of a pilot watch. The watch comes with chronograph features and a 12/24-hour time and date display.
As with all pilot watches, the Citizen Aviation won’t look out of place during gatherings. Its classic 50s design will surely be one of its most significant selling points with general customers. Overall, the Citizen Avion offers substantial precision and functionality dashed with a simple yet eye-catching design.
Invicta Men’s 17203 AVIATOR. (Image: Amazon) Stainless Steel
The Invicta 17203 Aviator is one of those rare pilot watches that manages to combine a visually pleasing design with a good number of features. While somewhat bulky with a 48mm stainless steel case, the Invicta Aviator still manages to deliver a comfortable fit.
The two-toned case (rose gold bezel and blue dial) is an excellent aesthetic choice. Especially when partnered with the shiny stainless-steel bracelet. This watch utilizes Japanese quartz movement, giving it the accuracy required for any respectable pilot watch.
As for the dial and analog display, it provides more than adequate information with relatively good legibility. However, it does border on being too cluttered though. The dial is protected using synthetic sapphire window glass. This material is highly durable and is scratch-resistant as well.
The Invicta Aviator also comes with a highly welcome extra feature, which is its 100m water resistance rating. This gives the Invicta Aviator the ability to withstand being used for swimming and snorkeling.
Best Aviator Watch – This is a close match to call. The Citizen Avion is undoubtedly a top-tier pilot watch, but the Invicta Aviator is no slouch as well. In terms of construction quality, the Citizen Avion takes a considerable chunk of the cake. The Invicta Aviator though comes with slightly more features and the bonus of being water-resistant and cheaper. For this round, we can just as quickly flip a coin to figure out the winner. If quality and accuracy are your primary concern, I would suggest going for the tried and tested Citizen Avion. Still not sure? Click here to see our top picks for pilot watches under $500.
From high up in the sky, let’s now go deep underwater. Diving watches are pretty much your standard timepiece but are constructed and designed to withstand being submerged underwater. Let’s check out what Citizen and Invicta have to offer in this area and see if this round will be as close as round one.
Citizen Men’s Eco-Drive Promaster Diver Watch. (Image: Amazon)
When it comes to dive watches, Citizen is among the select few brands that have perfected timepieces in this category. Their dive watches are all delivered with the highest caliber and with an impeccable presentation as well.
The Eco-Drive Promaster Diver is a somewhat large timepiece with a case diameter of 48mm. The sturdy steel case is attached to a durable and comfortable rubber bracelet. The rubber band will also help improve its grip when underwater, preventing the watch from shifting around accidentally.
As a diver watch, the Promaster provides up to 300m water resistance. This gives it an edge as it can pretty much be used with snorkeling, swimming, and diving without concern. Also, the hands and markers within the dial all have luminous accents.
This is a must-have feature for diver watches that offer considerably high-water resistance as the light will be a factor when you go diving.
The Promaster Diver uses Japanese quartz movement with an analog display. The dial is protected using an anti-reflective mineral window. This wristwatch also comes with a strap extender so that it can also be used over a wetsuit.
Invicta Men’s 9204 Pro Diver. (Image: Amazon)
The Invicta Pro Diver Collection 9204 is a relatively unassuming timepiece. It pretty much follows the industry standards when it comes to design with a stainless-steel case and bracelet. The blue dial, while visually striking, is a standard fixture with other diver watches within Invicta and other brands’ catalog.
That being said, if you are still new in the watch market, then Invicta is undoubtedly an excellent entry point brand. There’s a reason why Invicta uses this design choice; it is aesthetically pleasing.
This one uses a 38mm case, so it is quite sleek and light. It features Japanese quartz movement with analog display. The glass is made from durable mineral crystal and for its main feature – has a water resistance for up to 200m.
Best Diver Watch – The Citizen Promaster Diver completely blows the Invicta Pro Diver out of the water, no pun intended. However, it is significantly more expensive compared to the below $70 price tag of the Invicta Pro Diver. If you are looking for something reliable and budget-friendly to wear during water activities or fishing, the Invicta brand is a good option. If you are looking for an upgrade – Citizen is always an excellent choice. Still not sure? Click here to see our top picks for dive watches under $500.
While both pretty much exists within the same price bracket, Citizen is a safer choice if you are looking for quality, style, and reliability. Put, you can’t expect a fair fight between a brand known for delivering premium timepieces with another known for being affordable (yet still impressive) watch brand.
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Comparing China’s popular pure electric SUVs – BYD Song vs Roewe eRX5
by Wynand Goosen | Sep 26, 2017 | Blog, BYD, China | 0 comments
This year saw the launch of two much-anticipated pure electric versions of popular SUVs of 2016, the BYD Song EV300 and SAIC Roewe eRX5 EV400. Interest pre-launch was very high with the SAIAC Roewe eRX5 receiving 3,000 pre-orders in just 4 days.The mini-car segment has thus ben the best performer in the Chinese electric vehicle sector, but since the launch of
The mini-car segment has thus ben the best performer in the Chinese electric vehicle sector, but since the launch of these two models, the SUV segment has been the second best-performing segment. Since the launch of the BYD Song in May 2017 followed by the Roewe eRX5 a month later nearly 6,000 units have been sold, with the SAIC Roewe eRX5 holding the record for most sales in a month thus far.
Though the MSRP before incentives favors the BYD Song, the subsidized price of the vehicles is relatively the same, with the Roewe eRX 5 marginally lower. The lower price for the Roewe eRX5 is due to it benefiting from an extra 10% subsidy since its battery energy density is higher than 120Wh/kg. The eRX5 subsidy is therefore 72,600 yuan to total a sales price of 198,800 yuan, and the Song receives a 66,000 yuan subsidy, ultimately costing 199,900 yuan.
Charging: Left- SAIC Roewe eRX5 Right – BYD Song EV300
The reason why the Roewe eRX5 has a better energy density is that it uses a Ternary Lithium battery, generating weight savings and resulting in longer mileage. The BYD Song on the other hand still uses a lithium iron phosphate battery which is heavier and packs less energy. We expect this to change in the near future as BYD has started using Ternary Lithium batteries in its plug-in hybrid models.
Charging:
The Roewe eRX5 pure electric version is equipped with a 7kW AC charger and higher power DC fast charger than the BYD Song EV300. The SAIC Roewe eRX5 charges on Level 2 in only 7 hours, compared to 10 of the BYD Song and fast charge to 80% full in 40 minutes whereas the Song takes over an hour.
The BYD Song EV300’s styling, which is the same as the 2016 ICE and PHEV model is still very much according to the traditional BYD look and has not yet benefited from the recent appointment of Audi’s former head of design, Wolfgang Egger. The SAIC Roewe eRX5 styling, on the other hand, has a more western influence resulting in a stylish feeling and modern sense of technology due to its full LCD instrument panel (12.3 inch) and a 10-inch multimedia display.
Functionality:
BYD has a basic configuration, focused on practicality first. The BYD Song EV300 offers a multi-function steering wheel, leather seats, automatic air conditioning, color control of its multimedia screen, panoramic sunroof and much more, giving the owner real value for his money. The Song EV300 instrument panel fully embodies the characteristics of practical first. Although the interface is relatively simple, the functionality is reasonable and information rich. In addition, the Song EV300 has optional seat heating, which is not available in the eRX5.
The BYD Song EV300 still uses a traditional shift lever for driving mode selection, one of the few new EVs to still do so. The shifter selects between two driving models, energy saving and sports two driving modes. Energy recovery intensity can also be set. In addition, the Song EV300 also equipped with BYD’s unique mobile power plant technology, providing external power 220V AC for your outdoor equipment.
Although the eRX5 is seen as the more technologically advanced of the two vehicles the Song does not completely fall behind with 360 ° panoramic image, PM2.5 green net system, a Carpad multimedia system, TPMS tire pressure monitoring system and a BOS brake priority system.
The SAIC Roewe eRX5 benefits from ALIBABA and SAIC co-operating in 2016 to develop the first internet car, providing software and Internet functions such as Ali cloud and the Zebra Zhixingc internet-connection system. In addition, Roewe ERX5 is also equipped with dynamic energy management, remote control, battery doctors and other technical solutions. The 12.3 inch full LCD dashboard display is also remarkable. Unlike the BYD Song, the Roewe eRX5 uses driving control keys, concentrated near the gears. The MODE button is used to adjust the driving mode and the KERS button is used to adjust the energy recovery strength. The BATTERY button is inherited from the plugged-in version of the eRX5 but does not work on the pure eRX5. There are three driving modes, namely, standard, sports, energy saving. After switching the driving mode, the theme color of the dashboard changes. Although the Roewe eRX5 is not 4WD it is equipped with active anti-roll, steep slope slow down, ramp support and other functions. The Roewe eRX5’s central armrest incorporates an air purifier.
Interior and Controls: Left- SAIC Roewe eRX5 Right – BYD Song EV300
The Roewe eRX5 is equipped with 235/50 R18 Michelin Primacy 3 ST Hao Yue tires and the BYD Song EV300 with 235/50 R19 Goodyear SUV series tires.
The eRX5 EV400 and its ICE and PHEV version has the same boot space and is not influenced by the battery pack. The Song EV300 luggage compartment floor is elevated by 4cm from its ICE version. The Rowe eRX5 has a front compartment of 60L, just enough for two backpacks under the engine cover.
In terms of power, the Roewe eRX5 falls short to the BYD Song, delivering only a maximum power of 85kW (116Ps) and maximum torque of 255Nm from its permanent magnet synchronous motor. The Song EV300 delivers 160kW (218Ps) and maximum torque of 310Nm from its permanent magnet synchronous motor.
Both vehicles have pro’s and con’s but since they are evenly priced the SAIC Roewe eRX5 with its longer range and technology trumps the BYD Song’s extras in my opinion. BYD might be the undisputed leader in Chinese electric vehicle market for the moment but the entry of models such as the SAIC Roewe eRX5 will challenge BYDs position in the future
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When using the Waze application, Waze servers use routing algorithms to determine the best path for a given route at that particular time. The specific details of the routing algorithms used by the Waze server are not publicly disclosed and the following is based on observation, speculation, and some information revealed by Waze staff. It is assumed that the operation of the routing server is considered to be proprietary and a competitive advantage to Waze. It is also assumed that it is subject to change, and that any information that has been revealed might be incomplete or out of date. == Client based routing == Calculating an optimal route is a difficult task. While the client device app has a routing algorithm included, this is not used unless there is no connection to the Waze server. == Routing requests == When you request a route calculation, the request is sent to the Waze server. That route is then transmitted back to your client device and displayed. The requests for routing vary according to the settings you have chosen on your client device. Under Navigation you can choose: * Whether to allow or avoid toll roads * Which, if any, toll and HOV passes you choose to use on this drive (some segments are permitted only to those who hold the proper pass) * Whether to avoid ferries * Whether to avoid freeways * Whether to allow, never allow, or avoid long unpaved roads * Whether to avoid / not avoid difficult intersections (turns marked "difficult") * Vehicle type - Some segment types (passageway / narrow alley) and segment restrictions allow or prevent travel by certain vehicle types. == Missing roads and incorrect junction connections == Waze tries to find the best route between you and your destination based on your navigation settings. Obviously it can only route based on roads that it knows about, so your route will not be optimal if a better route does not have all the roads with correct connections in the [[Waze Map Editor]]. Also if [[Segment length|segments are less than {{:Segment length/Minimum}}]] they can cause routing issues. == Real-time current road speeds == The routing server uses real-time road speeds (from recent Waze app users if available) and combines the historical speed of the segment broken down into 10-15 minute chunks. The time to pass through a segment is tracked separately for each route out of a segment. For example if a segment ends with a left and right turn (no straight let's say), then the routing engine isolates the time through the segment to turn left and the time through the segment to turn right. This detailed speed information is proprietary & is part of the data Waze sells/plans to sell and won't be displayed through the editor. It is known that Waze uses real-time reports of current road speeds by preference over historical average road speeds. Waze also uses traffic congestion reports to reroute around slow traffic. <!-- Early versions of the client would also report when traffic speeds were good - this was removed due to map clutter. But Waze will still be receiving this information. -->It is assumed that the speed of any Wazer ahead of you on a stretch of road will be the speed used when your route is calculated. As the number and density of Wazers grows, this real-time data takes on a greater importance. This emphasis is partly a reflection of Waze's original goal to create optimal commutes. As Waze has grown to be used as a more general purpose GPS navigation device over roads less traveled, the historical average road speeds becomes more important. Since Waze uses the time you expect to be at a road segment to calculate the expected speed on that segment, it cannot use real time data when your trip time moves into a future time slot. So trips of more than 30 minutes (and on average more than 15 minutes) will include future time slots where current traffic data is not available when initially calculated. When you enter a new time slot, any real-time traffic data that is available causes your client to recalculate your ETA and reroute you at that point. == Fastest routing == Waze knows the average speed of every confirmed road between you and your destination. The Waze server can calculate which list of roads to take to minimize the total travel time. While every request is processed in real-time, by observation it appears that Waze [[glossary|caches]] some requested routes or major points. This means if it already knows the best route from B to C, and you ask for a route from A to C, it might just calculate the best route from A to B, once it checks that there isn't a better route bypassing B altogether. This does mean that when there is a [[Timeline of updating process|Live map update]] some routes might be less than optimal for up to a day as routes are cached and recalculated. While a complex calculation, calculating the optimal route is possible. The complexity arises over the "average speed" of the roads. == Changes in route due to different origin == Consider calculating a route from A to Z. The suggested route might be A to B to C to D to Z. Then calculate the route from B to Z. You might get a suggested route of B to C to E to Z. At first glance, this suggests one route is not optimal because the [[Glossary|origin]] changed. We can guess at what might be happening. There might be a problem associated with the possible caching of routes. Or there might be a "timing window" effect. The different arrival time at C might change the best route to Z. Or there might be a fine tuning effect in the route, perhaps to avoid too many turns. So by dropping the segment A to B, the segments C to E to Z no longer exceed some threshold. This effect can be observed while driving. If you recalculate a route to a destination while driving along an already calculated route to that same destination, the route can change. Waze sometimes offers a new route to bypass heavy traffic which raises the question as to when and how Waze considers rerouting. == Changes in routes due to different route lengths == In addition, it is known that the Waze routing engine can't calculate every possible route for long distance routes, so it takes shortcuts for longer routes, potentially resulting in the route changing dramatically when lengthened slightly. According to Waze support ({{as of|July 2011|lc=y}}), the section of a route more than 10 km from each endpoint is heavily weighted towards non-streets (i.e. "Primary Streets" or the various Highway types). It is believed that Waze servers simply ignore streets outside of the 10 km radius from the endpoints when doing its calculations to speed up the process. == Problems with average road speeds == If the average road speed is not correct, then the route will not be optimal. However, it is never recommended to delete segments in order to reset the average road speed for that segment. Waze uses the data from Wazers traveling through the segments to update the average speed. If you suspect Waze is not using certain segments along a route, there are a number of other reasons that can cause such a situation. Don't assume deleting the segment is the place to start. The following are reasons why the routing engine might not use the average road speed. === Time of day variations === Consider a road that most Wazers drive at 5pm when the average speed is 12 mph. You choose your route at 10am when the road is clear and the average speed is 60mph. It is the best road to take, but Waze chooses a different route because it has no information about the speed at 10am and assumes the speed is 12mph all day. You can, of course, drive the road yourself, and Waze eventually learns the speed for that time. We do not know how long Waze holds the older data in computing the average speed. However, if Waze does discard old time information, you might not accumulate new time faster than it is discarded. It is also possible that your times are being ignored as being abnormal. More Waze users would help fix this. === Turn delays === On a segment of a road, your average speed can be very different depending on what you do at the end of the segment. Traffic going straight through a traffic light might go very fast while traffic turning left might wait a very long time. A freeway exit lane might go fast while traffic continuing hits congestion. [[Image:SegmentTraffic1.png|right|350px]]Waze has the ability to separately track the average speed of traffic that passes through a segment, but exits to different segments. The routing engine takes this into account. In the diagram, multiple times are tracked for traffic flowing through Seg4 based on the segments to which it exits. There are then two average drive times for: * Seg4 to Jnct2 to Seg5 * Seg4 to Jnct2 to Seg6 Traffic building up on Seg4 that turns right to Seg6 does not affect the route timing for the traffic also using Seg4, but instead turning left to Seg5. For this reason it is important to keep long segment lengths before junctions as traffic congestion at the junction might affect exits differently. To understand this problem better, consider if we add a short Seg8 between Seg7 and Jnct4. Let's say the traffic exiting Seg10 backs up all the way to Seg7 (easy enough, since Seg8 is short). Because Seg7 only has a single exiting segment (Seg8), the routing server is only able to collect a single average speed — it can no longer distinguish traffic by where it is going ''after'' Seg8. Now the through traffic going to Seg9 appears to Waze to slow down through Seg7, even though it doesn't in reality. At a minimum this causes an incorrect ETA for routing, and it might actually cause traffic to be rerouted unnecessarily, and less optimally, through another route. Hence, if there is a chance that traffic can go in different directions at a junction and that junction can experience different amounts of congestion, you should keep the segment before that junction long. Note this data is not presented to users through the Waze Map Editor, but is only visible to the routing server. == Traffic lights and stop signs == Waze does not record the location of traffic lights. While some GPS navigation offers guidance like "turn right at the next traffic light" the information is frequently incomplete, incorrect or outdated. The consensus view is that Waze should not record the location of traffic lights. Waze does take traffic lights and stop signs into account by noting the effect they have on traffic speed. Consider a traffic light with long waiting times. The road segment leading to that traffic light will have a low average speed. If the average speed (based on the average waiting time) becomes low enough, a longer route that avoids the light becomes the preferred route. This has been observed in practice and is an example of ''emergent behaviour''. Waze isn't programmed to avoid traffic lights but it does avoid slow roads; if the traffic lights make the road slow then Waze avoids them. Some drivers regularly take longer routes — even winding through side streets — to avoid any stops or traffic lights. Waze has been known to suggest this, and also known to revert to waiting at lights when better average speed information is collected from the side streets. But note that this can be less than optimal due to the turn delays discussed above. == Outdated and abnormal road speeds == Road conditions change, construction work comes and goes, and average road speeds can change dramatically. One day you might be stuck behind a truck, and another day you might be crawling along the roads at 2 a.m. transporting your pet goldfish. Or your GPS might have a glitch and show you travelling at 1,000 mph. In short, average speeds can change over time, and recorded times can be abnormal or just plain wrong—and can stay wrong for a very long time. We can assume Waze is aware of this. There is some evidence that abnormal road speeds and old road speeds are discarded, or at least not used in calculating the average speeds of roads. == Average road speed "shrinking window" == If there are enough recorded speeds on a road, then Waze uses a shrinking window of speeds to better estimate the average speed at the time you are travelling on it. Waze uses the speed of each road segment (in both directions) in intervals as small as 30 minutes. So a two-way road might have up to 96 average road speeds. We can assume that when there are insufficient records for an individual time slot, a wider time range is used (up to a full day). As the road is driven more, the time slot shrinks down to 30 minutes. We can speculate that there is additional information used that is based upon the day of the week. There is some observational evidence that a road that is busy on weekdays and not used for routing is chosen as the optimal route on weekends. At some point, Waze also needs to consider the months of the year as seasonal variations can affect the speed of the roads. Waze uses the average road segment speed for the time slot that applies at the time you are expected to arrive at that road segment. Because of this "time window", Waze suggests different routes at different times of day. This is dependent on how many times are recorded on the roads along the route. If they're all recorded at about the same time of day, then the time window does not help. If 1,000 times are recorded at about 5 p.m. and 2 times are recorded at 10 a.m., then your 10 a.m. average speed still is based mostly on times from around 5 p.m. == Routing algorithm refinements == === Routing options === It's easy to see how routing options can be implemented. For example, to minimize turns we can add a time [[Routing_penalties|penalty]] for fastest routing or a distance penalty for shortest routing, when calculating the fastest or shortest route. === Junction penalties === For newly created roads, currently Waze applies a five-second time [[Routing_penalties|penalty]] for each junction through which a route passes. Once vehicles drive over that road and generate Waze traffic data, the penalty for these junctions is dropped. == What to do if you think the generated route is wrong == Firstly, use the option to generate alternative routes. This might give you some clues as to why Waze is offering that route. Secondly, if you think there is a better route, check in WME that the roads are all connected along the route. Thirdly, post a message detailing the problem route - origin, destination and a WME permalink to the [http://www.waze.com/forum/viewforum.php?f=6&sid=2872533f5796ac39dc6747511398e907 Navigation forum]. Other eyes will check it, and you might indeed find a flaw in the Waze routing algorithm. Fixing it might make it better for everyone. == Change of routing == When Waze receives notification of traffic conditions it uses the actual speed of roads on your route, rather than the average speed. This is based only on the automatic traffic condition reports - light, moderate, heavy traffic or complete standstill. Manual reports of traffic jams and accidents are for your information only and do not change routing. It might be that even with the traffic reports, there is no better route and Waze cannot offer you one. == You are the driver == Waze can never see that the traffic light is green going straight, or know that today is a public holiday. It can offer you guidance as to what is the best route under average conditions. But you are the driver and you are in the best position to make the decision for today under today's conditions. If everyone followed Waze directions and never drove on a new route, Waze might never learn that route is better. When Waze is recording your travels, every trip helps make Waze better for everyone. That includes when you think you know better. Sometimes you will be right. And sometimes you will be wrong. But it is better to find out you are wrong so you can choose the better route. And when you are right, all Waze users benefit by the sharing of your knowledge. [[Category:Waze operations]]
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The aunt had lost track of her nephew before his parents’ rights were terminated. When she discovered that he was eligible for adoption, and learned that his foster mother was refusing to adopt him, she filed a petition to adopt him. Around that time, the boy decided adoption by his foster mother would be okay, so she also petitioned for adoption. Both homes were approved, and Michigan Children’s Institute (MCI) was charged with choosing between the foster home where he had lived so long and the relative aunt with whom he had a relationship when he was younger.
During this process, the foster mom and aunt, who became engaged in a ‘competition’ for the boy, were quite critical of one another even though they had never met. The aunt was convinced that the foster mom didn’t really want him enough to adopt him, but had filed her petition out of spite only after she heard about the aunt’s intent. The foster mom wondered why the aunt hadn’t expressed interest earlier but decided to come forward in the eleventh hour when he was about to be adopted by his foster mom. The case was referred to mediation with MCI willing to accept any decision the foster mother and aunt made with the hope that the situation might improve enough that the child could have future contact with these two women who both cared about him.
The adoption worker and additional workers from two agencies attended the first meeting, along with the foster mother and aunt. There were three meetings before the case was resolved but between meetings, the boy met with his aunt and foster mother for dinner in a restaurant and again at his foster home. The aunt quickly realized that her nephew was happy, well cared for, and really wanted to stay in his foster home. Both the aunt and foster mother came to understand that the assumptions they had initially made about one another were not accurate and that each had good, loving reasons for their eleventh hour decisions to file adoption petitions.
By the second meeting, the aunt and foster mother were riding together to the mediation. By the third meeting, they had met with the boy and his therapist prior to the mediation, and the aunt had let him know that she would withdraw her petition, because she wanted to do what would make him happiest. She also made sure he understood that she was not turning her back on him and that she would always be available for him and would always consider him a member of her family too.
At the final mediation session, they made a good faith, non-enforceable agreement that it was in the child’s best interest to continue his relationship with his aunt and arranged a plan for scheduling for future visits. The aunt agreed to withdraw her petition, and he was adopted by his foster mother.
At the conference, school staff heard many of the mother’s problems and fears related to her own health issues, lack of transportation, and safety concerns for her daughter that had resulted in the school absences. After discussing different options and the importance of the child’s school attendance, the principal was able to arrange for the student to receive a bus waiver and to offer the option of parenting counseling from a social service agency in partnership with WCDRC.
At mediation, it was revealed the men had an altercation 10 years earlier, holding a grudge ever since. During mediation they were able to discuss past incidents and share that they were no longer the person they were ten years ago. Each apologized for their part in their troubled past. Additionally, they found out that each valued their family above all else. They Nothing, they said, was more important to them than caring for and protecting their families. They did not leave best friends but they left understanding that they had similar values and similar priorities. Without this mediation, one of the parties said, “The next time we met someone was probably going to get hurt or killed.”
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The Classic Revival mansions and charming cottages of the Garden District are famous around the world, thanks to picture books and well-organized tours. What visitors rarely see, though, is the close-knit neighborhood that keeps this historic district alive and thriving. Neighbors here know and look out for one another. They expect to see familiar faces as they jog under the oaks near Lafayette Cemetery No. 1 in the early morning or when they take the dog for a ramble down Prytania Street at dusk. The same faces will likely crop up in the coffee shop or bookstore at The Rink, a neighborhood shopping arcade, or at one of the neighborhood restaurants along Magazine Street. Garden District residents can even call world-famous Commander’s Palace a neighborhood eatery.
The restaurant annually hosts the Garden District Association’s “Fall Affair” to raise funds for neighborhood projects. Settled by American businessmen, most of them “Yankees” eager to escape the Creole-dominated politics of New Orleans, the Garden District was laid out in 1832 and incorporated as the City of Lafayette in 1834. Cotton brokers, shipping agents and financiers built fortunes in theboom years leading up to the Civil War, then established their families in elegant yet restrained houses on the new city’s spacious lots. By the time New Orleans annexed the area as the fourth district of the city in 1852, travel writers had already dubbed it the “Garden District” for its capacious, showy gardens. A small group of favored architects, including Henry Howard, Lewis E. Reynolds and William Freret, won numerous commissions here, while other builders followed their lead and consulted the same pattern books.
Today’s Garden District is a dynamic community grounded in a strong sense of tradition. Some of its homes are still known by the names of the families that built them over a century ago, and official flags designating Mardi Gras royalty are a common sight here during Carnival season. At the same time, the area has met modern challenges by organizing for zoning and security measures to protect the neighborhood’s environment and buildings. In 1939 residents formed the Garden District Association, now a formidable force for preservation of the residential integrity of the area. A Garden District selftaxing district established in 1998 provides the neighborhood with extra security.
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Hedychium ellipticum Buch.-Ham. ex Sm. in A.Rees, Cycl. 16: n.º 2 (1811).
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Team selection for random battles is done according to several parameters. Each battle takes place in a battle tier, which should not be confused with tank tiers. (On this page we always use Arabic numerals ("7") when discussing battle tiers and Roman numerals ("VII") when discussing tank tiers). Team balancing within a battle tier takes place according to vehicle specific weighting and additional restrictions.
1 Battle Tiers
2 Vehicle Weight
3 Vehicle Tier
4 Platoons
5 Map Restrictions
6 Trivia and Game History
Battle Tiers
Matchmaking Chart
Unique Matchmaking Chart
To find the above link, click on the maximize icon in the bottom right corner of the chart and then copy the link from the browser's address bar.
Battles can take place in eleven possible different battle tiers. Each vehicle, depending on its performance, is assigned a certain subset of these battle tiers that it is supposed to fight in.
The matchmaking chart shows which vehicle belongs to which battle tier. An English version can always be found here. It sometimes takes Wargaming a while to update it after patches, in which case you can refer to the Russian version, which is usually updated much faster.
Players often confuse battle tiers and their vehicle's tier. The match maker does not try to match vehicles by vehicle tier. For example, a T29 Heavy Tank may be vehicle tier VII, but it takes part in battle tier 7, 8 and 9 matches. A battle tier 7 match consists of (vehicle) tier IV-VI light tanks, as well as tier V-VII regular tanks (medium, heavy, tank destroyer, SPG). A battler tier 9 match consists of tier VI-VIII light tanks, as well as tier VII-IX regular tanks. Usually a quick look at the teams allows you to immediately recognize the battle tier.
The selection of the battle tier you fight in depends on the amount of players available for each battle tier and is otherwise random.
To see which battle tiers a vehicle can fight in, find it on the left side of the chart. If it is not listed as an exception at the bottom left, the default rules above apply. Take, for example, an MS-1. No special rule, thus we go find the row for Vehicle Tier 1, Light Tank, and see to the right that this vehicle can fight in battle tiers 1 and 2. Scrolling down, we see that nothing except tier 1 light tanks and medium tanks can fight in battle tier 1. For battle tier 2, we see that the MS-1 can meet tier 2 tank destroyers, light and medium tanks as well as the T2 Light Tank listed at the bottom. The applicable battle tiers for each vehicle are also shown on the right sidebar of each tank's page on this wiki.
Once enough candidates for a certain battle tier are found, the matchmaker tries to form two teams from them. For this purpose each vehicle is assigned a certain weight, and the matchmaker tries to keep the weight of both teams as equal as possible. Weighting is performed by vehicle tier and vehicle type, some vehicles are individually weighted, and for some vehicles there are special restrictions.
Below are the rules for game version 0.8.0:
Weight by Vehicle Tier is applied as follows:
Tier 10: 100
Tier 9: 60
Tier 4: 8
Weight by Vehicle Type is generally applied as follows:
All Heavy Tanks receive 20% extra weight.
All SPGs receive 8% extra weight.
Tier 9 and 10 Medium Tanks receive 20% extra weight.
Tier 8, 9 and 10 Tank Destroyers receive 20% extra weight.
Tier 5, 6, 7 and 8 Light Tanks receive 20% extra weight.
Individual Weights:
The Crusader is weighted like a tier 5 tank, not a light tank.
The Pz.Kpfw. 38H 735 (f) "Hotchkiss" is a tier 2 tank with 233% extra weight, with 7 points it is weighted close to a tier 4 tank, but it is in the same battle tier as other tier 2 light tanks.
The Comet is weighted like a heavy tank.
The M4A3E2 Sherman Jumbo is weighted like a heavy tank.
Special Restrictions
The number of the same vehicle on opposing teams cannot differ by more than 1, except when the vehicles are in a platoon.
Previously, the number of SPGs in opposing teams could never differ by more than 1. While this is still the goal for the match-maker, since update 0.7.4 it is not a strict restriction. Now, rarely, SPG numbers can differ by more, including one team having none while the other team has one or more.
The total weight of the SPGs on opposing teams cannot differ by more than 25%.
The total weight of the top tier vehicles on opposing teams cannot differ by more than 25%.
It seems in general the weight of opposing teams does not differ by more than 10%, but it is unclear if there is a fixed limit.
In the Version 8.5 update, a new Match Maker rule was planned for balancing Light Tanks. The rule was intended to balance out the number of Scout tanks on each team by balancing the weight of Scouts on both teams so they won’t differ by more than +/-20 vehicle weight points. The advantage to this rule is the matchmaker will no longer distribute a large number of scout tanks to one team and none to the other; the number of scouts should be roughly the same for each team. During tests, Scout balancing created other imbalances so it was not implemented. It is currently planned to be released with a later patch.
The following vehicles are marked as Scouts:
USSR: T-50, MT-25, LTTB, T-54 ltwt.
Germany: Pz.Kpfw. 38 (t) n.A., Pz.Kpfw. II Luchs, VK 16.02 Leopard, VK 28.01, Aufklärungspanzer Panther, Spähpanzer Ru 251
United States: M24 Chaffee, T21, T37, T71, M41 Walker Bulldog, T49
France: ELC AMX, AMX 12 t, AMX 13 75, AMX 13 90
China: M5A1 Stuart, 59-16, WZ-131, WZ-132
Whether vehicles are stock or fully researched, how they are equipped, nor crew skill is taken into account by the match-maker.
Vehicle Tier
Vehicle tier is not taken into consideration when balancing teams. This is a common misconception among players. For example, under the current rules a tier 8 medium can be matched against a tier 7 heavy tank. The only relevance of vehicle tier is to determine the battle tier.
However, the top tanks of each team have the same vehicle tier due to the current balancing rules. This was also done to prevent players from complaining about "Unfair Matchmaking".
Platoons
IMPORTANT: If you are in a platoon, the entire platoon is placed into battles according to the platoon member in the vehicle with the highest battle tier. This can produce unwanted results in particular for new players at the lower tiers. For example, a tier 4 scout can enter battles up to tier 7, whereas a tier 4 medium tank on its own can only join battles up to tier 6. If these platoon together, the scout will pull the other tank up into its battle tier, where the other tank will usually be hopelessly outclassed. Please take this into account when forming platoons.
A special case of this is when you see a top tier tank platooned with one or two tier 1 tank. This is sometimes done on purpose. If you look above, a tier 10 heavy tank weighs 120 points, whereas a tier 1 tank weighs only 2. Thus the platoon's team has a massive point deficit, which the match-maker will balance out by either dragging more lower tier tanks into the enemy team or by dragging more high tier tanks into the platoon's team. The tactic is frowned upon but permissible. It has become rare these days, likely because the success chances are mediocre. With two tier 1 tanks the team is missing 13.3% of its team that could play a useful role during the battle, whereas the only useful contribution the tier 1 tanks can make is sneak into the enemy cap.
The matchmaker does balance the number of tanks in platoons, but not the weight of the platooned tanks. This means one team can have 2 three-man-platoons with T8 tanks, whereas the other team has 3 two-man-platoons with T6 tanks. This rule may not apply, when the server is low populated.
Map Restrictions
Map Restrictions by Battle Tier
Standard Battles in battle tiers 1 to 3 take place on a limited subset of the available maps only. This is done to allow new players to familiarize themselves with these smaller maps while they learn the basics of the game. Also except for Karelia these are the smallest/most compact maps in the game, better suited for the very limited low tier tanks.
Battle Tiers 1 and 2 fight on these maps:
Malinovka
Himmelsdorf or Winter Himmelsdorf
Komarin (as of 9.2)
Mittengard
Battle Tier 3 additionally fights on these maps:
Prokhorovka
Province is limited to battle tiers 1 through 3.
The map Widepark is limited to battle tiers 4 through 6.
The map Komarin is limited to battle tier 8.
All other battle tiers should get a random map distribution, but technical reasons relating to the allocation of server resources cause the three maps above to be the most commonly played maps for all tiers. For as yet unknown reasons also the distribution of other maps does not appear truly random. The frequency of newly introduced maps is slightly increased. See this forum thread for more details on actual map distribution in random battles.
Important note regarding camouflage skins: All (as of 9.2) of the maps listed for battle tiers 1-3 are summer maps. This means that tier 1 and 2 vehicles (see the Matchmaking Chart above for exceptions) will never see a desert map. So, for now at least, purchasing a desert camo skin for these vehicles is a complete waste, and a winter camo skin is minimal at best.
Map Restrictions by Game Mode
The following maps are not available in random battles:
Dragon Ridge
The game modes Assault and Encounter Battle take place on a limited subset of the available maps (follow the respective links for a list). In addition, Encounter battles are only available for players who have researched one or more tanks of Tier IV, and Assault battles are only available for players who have researched one or more tanks of Tier VI, unless in a platoon with a player who meets these requirements. However, you can have lower tier Encounter/Assault battles.
Trivia and Game History
Battle tier 12 (tier VIII scouts and tier X regular tanks only) was removed in Patch 8.11, in order to increase the number of tier 10 and 11 matches.
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Possible status
Overseas region (région d'outre-mer) (5)
Additional status
Territorial collectivity (collectivité territoriale)
212,645 (Mayotte) – 12,005,077 (Île-de-France)
376 km2 (145 sq mi) (Mayotte) – 84,061 km2 (32,456 sq mi) (Nouvelle-Aquitaine)
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France is divided into 18 administrative regions (French : régions, singular région [ʁeʒjɔ̃] ), of which 13 are located in metropolitan France (i.e. on the European continent), while the other five are overseas regions (not be confused with the "overseas collectivities", which have a semi-autonomous status). [1]
The administrative divisions of France are concerned with the institutional and territorial organization of French territory. These territories are located in many parts of the world. There are many administrative divisions, which may have political, electoral (districts), or administrative objectives. All the inhabited territories are represented in the National Assembly, Senate and Economic and Social Council and their citizens have French citizenship.
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Metropolitan France, also known as European France or Mainland France, is the part of France in Europe. It comprises mainland France and Corsica, as well as other islands in the Atlantic Ocean, the English Channel and the Mediterranean Sea.
Reform and mergers of regions
List of administrative regions
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All 13 mainland administrative regions (including Corsica as of 2019 [update] ) are further subdivided into 2 to 13 administrative departments, with the prefect of each region's administrative center's department also acting as the regional prefect. The overseas regions administratively consist of only one department each and hence also have the status of "overseas departments".
Corsica is an island in the Mediterranean Sea and one of the 18 regions of France. It is located southeast of the French mainland and west of the Italian Peninsula, with the nearest land mass being the Italian island of Sardinia to the immediate south. A single chain of mountains makes up two-thirds of the island.
In the administrative divisions of France, the department is one of the three levels of government below the national level, between the administrative regions and the commune. Ninety-five departments are in metropolitan France, and five are overseas departments, which are also classified as regions. Departments are further subdivided into 334 arrondissements, themselves divided into cantons; the last two have no autonomy, and are used for the organisation of police, fire departments, and sometimes, elections.
A prefect in France is the state's representative in a department or region. Sub-prefects are responsible for the subdivisions of departments, arrondissements. Office of a prefect is known as a prefecture and that of a sub-prefect as a subprefecture.
Most administrative regions also have the status of regional "territorial collectivities", which comes with a local government, with departmental and communal collectivities below the region level. The exceptions are Corsica, the French Guiana, Mayotte, and Martinique, where region and department functions are managed by single local governments having consolidated jurisdiction, and which are known as "single territorial collectivities".
A territorial collectivity is a chartered subdivision of France, with recognized governing authority. It is the generic name for any subdivision with an elective form of local government and local regulatory authority. The nature of a French territorial collectivity is set forth in Article 72 of the French constitution of 1958, which provides for local autonomy within limits prescribed by law.
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French Guiana is an overseas department and region of France on the northern, Atlantic coast of South America in the Guianas. It borders Brazil to the east and south and Suriname to the west. French Guiana is the only territory of the mainland Americas to have full integration in a European country.
Further information: Territorial evolution of France and Decentralisation in France
The term région was officially created by the Law of Decentralisation (2 March 1982), which also gave regions their legal status. The first direct elections for regional representatives took place on 16 March 1986. [2]
In France, the policy of decentralisation was initiated by acts of the French parliament known as Gaston Defferre Laws in 1982. Prior to the new laws French municipalities and departments enjoyed a limited autonomy under laws passed in 1871 and 1884.
Between 1982 and 2015, there were 22 regions in Metropolitan France. Before 2011, there were four overseas regions (French Guiana, Guadeloupe, Martinique, and Réunion); in 2011 Mayotte became the fifth.
Guadeloupe is an archipelago forming an overseas region of France in the Caribbean. It consists of six inhabited islands, Basse-Terre, Grande-Terre, Marie-Galante, La Désirade, and the Îles des Saintes, as well as many uninhabited islands and outcroppings. It lies south of Antigua and Barbuda and Montserrat, and north of Dominica. Its capital is Basse-Terre on the west coast; however, the largest city is Pointe-à-Pitre.
Martinique is an insular region of France located in the Lesser Antilles of the West Indies in the eastern Caribbean Sea, with a land area of 1,128 square kilometres (436 sq mi) and a population of 376,480 inhabitants as of January 2016. Like Guadeloupe, it is an overseas region of France, consisting of a single overseas department. One of the Windward Islands, it is directly north of Saint Lucia, northwest of Barbados and south of Dominica. As one of the eighteen regions of France, Martinique is part of the European Union, and its currency is the euro.
Réunion is an overseas department and region of France and an island in the Indian Ocean, east of Madagascar and 175 km (109 mi) southwest of Mauritius. As of January 2019, it had a population of 866,506.
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Regions of France between 2011 and 2015
Regions in Metropolitan France between 1982 and 2015
Flag [3]
Other local name(s)
INSEE No. [1]
Derivation or etymology
Alsace Alsace Alsatian: Elsàss
German : Elsass Strasbourg 42 Formerly a coalition of free cities in Holy Roman Empire, attached to Kingdom of France in 1648; annexed by Germany from Franco-Prussian war to the end of World War I and briefly during World War II
Aquitaine Aquitaine Occitan : Aquitània
Basque : Akitania
Saintongeais : Aguiéne Bordeaux 72 Guyenne and Gascony
Auvergne Auvergne Occitan : Auvèrnhe / Auvèrnha Clermont-Ferrand 83 Former province of Auvergne
Brittany Bretagne Breton : Breizh
Gallo: Bertaèyn Rennes 53 Duchy of Brittany
Burgundy Bourgogne Burgundian: Bregogne /Borgoégne
Arpitan : Borgogne Dijon 26 Duchy of Burgundy
Centre-Val de Loire [4] Centre-Val de Loire Orléans 24 Located in north-central France; straddles the middle of the Loire Valley
Champagne-Ardenne Champagne-Ardenne Châlons-en-
Champagne 21 Former province of Champagne
Franche-Comté Franche-Comté Franc-Comtois: Fràntche-Comté
Arpitan : Franche-Comtât Besançon 43 Free County of Burgundy (Franche-Comté)
Île-de-France Île-de-France Paris 11 Province of Île-de-France and parts of the former province of Champagne
Languedoc-Roussillon Languedoc-Roussillon Occitan : Lengadòc-Rosselhon
Catalan : Llenguadoc-Rosselló Montpellier 91 Former provinces of Languedoc and Roussillon
Limousin Limousin Occitan : Lemosin Limoges 74 Former province of Limousin and parts of Marche, Berry, Auvergne, Poitou and Angoumois
Lorraine Lorraine German : Lothringen
Lorraine Franconian: Lottringe Metz 41 Named for Charlemagne's son Lothair I, the kingdom of Lotharingia is etymologically the source for the name Lorraine (duchy), Lothringen (German), Lottringe (Lorraine Franconian)
Lower Normandy Basse-Normandie Norman: Basse-Normaundie Caen 25 Western half of former province of Normandy
Midi-Pyrénées Midi-Pyrénées Occitan : Miègjorn-Pirenèus
Occitan : Mieidia-Pirenèus Toulouse 73 None; created for Toulouse
Nord-Pas-de-Calais Nord-Pas-de-Calais Lille 31 Nord and Pas-de-Calais departments
Pays de la Loire Pays de la Loire Breton : Broioù al Liger Nantes 52 None; created for Nantes
Picardy Picardie Amiens 22 Former province of Picardy
Poitou-Charentes Poitou-Charentes Occitan : Peitau-Charantas
Poitevin and Saintongeais : Poetou-Chérentes Poitiers 54 Former provinces of Angoumois, Aunis, Poitou and Saintonge
Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur (PACA) Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur (PACA) Provençal: Provença-Aups-Còsta d'Azur
(Prouvènço-Aup-Costo d'Azur) Marseille 93 Former province of Provence
Rhône-Alpes Rhône-Alpes Arpitan : Rôno-Arpes
Occitan : Ròse Aups Lyon 82 Created for Lyon from Dauphiné and Lyonnais provinces and Savoy
Upper Normandy Haute-Normandie Norman: Ĥâote-Normaundie Rouen 23 Eastern half of former province of Normandy
In 2014, the French parliament passed a law reducing the number of metropolitan regions from 22 to 13 effective 1 January 2016. [5]
The law gave interim names for most of the new regions by combining the names of the former regions, e.g. the region composed of Aquitaine, Poitou-Charentes and Limousin was temporarily called Aquitaine-Limousin-Poitou-Charentes. However, the combined region of Upper and Lower Normandy is simply called "Normandy" (Normandie). Permanent names were proposed by the new regional councils by 1 July 2016 and new names confirmed by the Conseil d'État by 30 September 2016. [6] [7] The legislation defining the new regions also allowed the Centre region to officially change its name to "Centre-Val de Loire" with effect from January 2015. [8] Two regions, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes and Bourgogne-Franche-Comté, opted to retain their interim names. [9] [10]
Overview of merger proposals for the metropolitan territory
Édouard Balladur's proposal
Manuel Valls's proposal A
Manuel Valls's proposal B
President François Hollande's proposal
Regions as instituted by the National Assembly in 2014
Regions that merged:
Former region
New region (interim name)
New region (final name)
Burgundy Bourgogne-Franche-Comté Bourgogne-Franche-Comté
Aquitaine Aquitaine-Limousin-Poitou-Charentes Nouvelle-Aquitaine
Lower Normandy Normandy Normandy
Alsace Alsace-Champagne-Ardenne-Lorraine Grand Est
Languedoc-Roussillon Languedoc-Roussillon-Midi-Pyrénées Occitanie
Nord-Pas-de-Calais Nord-Pas-de-Calais-Picardie Hauts-de-France
Auvergne Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Regions that remained unchanged:
Area (km2)
INSEE No. [11]
Former regions (until 2016)
President of the corresponding territorial collectivity's legislature
Mainland region Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes Occitan : Auvèrnhe-Ròse-Aups
Arpitan : Ôvèrgne-Rôno-Arpes Lyon 69,711 84 Auvergne
Rhône-Alpes Laurent Wauquiez (LR)
Mainland region Bourgogne-Franche-Comté (Burgundy-Franche-Comté) Arpitan : Borgogne-Franche-Comtât Dijon 47,784 27 Burgundy
Franche-Comté Marie-Guite Dufay (PS)
Mainland region Bretagne (Brittany) Breton : Breizh
Gallo: Bertaèyn Rennes 27,208 53 unchanged Loïg Chesnais-Girard (PS)
Mainland region Centre-Val de Loire [4] Orléans 39,151 24 Centre François Bonneau (PS)
Mainland region Corse (Corsica) Corsican : Corsica Ajaccio 8,680 94 unchanged Jean-Guy Talamoni (CL)
Mainland region Grand Est (Great East) German : Großer Osten Strasbourg 57,441 44 Alsace
Lorraine Jean Rottner (LR)
Mainland region Hauts-de-France Lille 31,806 32 Nord-Pas-de-Calais
Picardy Xavier Bertrand (LR)
Mainland region Île-de-France Paris 12,011 11 unchanged Valérie Pécresse (LR)
Mainland region Normandie (Normandy) Norman: Normaundie Rouen 29,907 28 Upper Normandy
Lower Normandy Hervé Morin (LC)
Mainland region Nouvelle-Aquitaine (New Aquitaine) Occitan : Nòva Aquitània / Nava Aquitània / Novela Aquitània
Basque : Akitania Berria
Bordeaux 84,036 75 Aquitaine
Poitou-Charentes Alain Rousset (PS)
Mainland region Occitanie Occitan : Occitània
Catalan : Occitània Toulouse 72,724 76 Languedoc-Roussillon
Midi-Pyrénées Carole Delga (PS)
Mainland region Pays de la Loire Breton : Broioù al Liger Nantes 32,082 52 unchanged Christelle Morançais (LR)
Mainland region Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur Provençal: Provença-Aups-Còsta d'Azur
(Prouvènço-Aup-Costo d'Azur) Marseille 31,400 93 unchanged Renaud Muselier (LR)
Overseas region Guadeloupe Antillean Creole: Gwadloup Basse-Terre 1,628 01 unchanged Ary Chalus (GUSR)
Overseas region Guyane (French Guiana) Cayenne 83,534 03 unchanged Rodolphe Alexandre (PSG)
Overseas region La Réunion (Réunion) Reunion Creole: La Rényon Saint-Denis 2,504 04 unchanged Didier Robert (LR)
Overseas region Martinique Antillean Creole: Matinik Fort-de-France 1,128 02 unchanged Claude Lise (RDM)
Overseas region Mayotte Shimaore: Maore
Malagasy: Mahori Mamoudzou 374 06 unchanged Soibahadine Ibrahim Ramadani (LR)
Regions lack separate legislative authority and therefore cannot write their own statutory law. They levy their own taxes and, in return, receive a decreasing part of their budget from the central government, which gives them a portion of the taxes it levies. They also have considerable budgets managed by a regional council (conseil régional) made up of representatives voted into office in regional elections.
A region's primary responsibility is to build and furnish high schools. In March 2004, the French central government unveiled a controversial plan to transfer regulation of certain categories of non-teaching school staff to the regional authorities. Critics of this plan contended that tax revenue was insufficient to pay for the resulting costs, and that such measures would increase regional inequalities.
In addition, regions have considerable discretionary power over infrastructural spending, e.g., education, public transit, universities and research, and assistance to business owners. This has meant that the heads of wealthy regions such as Île-de-France or Rhône-Alpes can be high-profile positions.
Proposals to give regions limited legislative autonomy have met with considerable resistance; others propose transferring certain powers from the departments to their respective regions, leaving the former with limited authority.
Number of regions controlled by each coalition since 1986.
Presidencies
1986 5 21 –
2010 23 3 –
Overseas region (French : Région d'outre-mer) is a recent designation, given to the overseas departments that have similar powers to those of the regions of metropolitan France. As integral parts of the French Republic, they are represented in the National Assembly, Senate and Economic and Social Council, elect a Member of the European Parliament (MEP) and use the euro as their currency.
Although these territories have had these political powers since 1982, when France's decentralisation policy dictated that they be given elected regional councils along with other regional powers, the designation overseas regions dates only to the 2003 constitutional change; indeed, the new wording of the constitution aims to give no precedence to either appellation overseas department or overseas region, although the second is still virtually unused by French media.
The following have overseas region status:
in the Indian Ocean (Africa)
in the Americas
French Guiana in South America
Guadeloupe in the Antilles (Caribbean, Central America)
Martinique in the Antilles (Caribbean, Central America)
Saint Pierre and Miquelon (off Canada, in North America), once an overseas department, was demoted to a territorial collectivity in 1985.
List of current presidents of the regional councils of France and the Corsican Assembly
Ranked list of French regions
Administrative divisions of France
List of French regions and overseas collectivities by GDP
List of French regions by Human Development Index
List of regions of France by population
Flags of the regions of France
ISO 3166-2:FR
Decentralisation in France
Budget of France
Regional councils of France
Overseas collectivity
Overseas department
Overseas departments and territories of France
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Martinique is an overseas Territorial collectivity of France, with the same political status as regions and departments in mainland France. The administrative centre of Martinique is located in Fort-de-France.
The geography of France consists of a terrain that is mostly flat plains or gently rolling hills in the north and west and mountainous in the south and the east. Metropolitan France has a total size of 551,695 km2 (213,011 sq mi). It is the third largest country in Europe after Russia and Ukraine.
ISO 3166-2:FR is the entry for France in ISO 3166-2, part of the ISO 3166 standard published by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO), which defines codes for the names of the principal subdivisions of all countries coded in ISO 3166-1.
The overseas departments and regions of France are departments of France which are outside metropolitan France, the European part of France. They have nearly the same political status as metropolitan departments, although special constitutional provisions allow them greater autonomy and they are excluded from certain domestic statistics, such as the unemployment rate.
The following are ranked lists of French regions.
A regional council is the elected assembly of a region of France.
The galleries below show flags attributed to the eighteen regions, five overseas collectivities, one sui generis collectivity and one overseas territory of France. Most of them are non-official as regions often use their logos as a flag.
The following outline is provided as an overview and topical guide of France:
A referendum on becoming an autonomous overseas territory was held in French Guiana on 10 January 2010. The proposal was rejected by 70% of voters who prefer full integration in the French central state. The turnout was of 48%. A simultaneous referendum was rejected in Martinique.
A referendum on becoming an overseas territory was held in Martinique on 10 January 2010. The proposal was rejected by 79% of voters, with a turnout of 55%. A simultaneous referendum was rejected in French Guiana.
Overseas France consists of all the French-administered territories outside the European continent, mostly relics of the French colonial empire. These territories have varying legal status and different levels of autonomy, although all have representation in both France's National Assembly and Senate, which together make up the French Parliament. Their citizens have French nationality and vote for the president of France. They have the right to vote in elections to the European Parliament. Overseas France includes island territories in the Atlantic, Pacific and Indian oceans, French Guiana on the South American continent, and several periantarctic islands as well as a claim in Antarctica.
Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes is a region in southeast-central France created by the territorial reform of French Regions in 2015; it resulted from the merger of Auvergne and Rhône-Alpes. The new region came into effect on 1 January 2016, after the regional elections in December 2015.
Bourgogne-Franche-Comté, sometimes abbreviated BFC, is a region in the east of France created by the territorial reform of French Regions in 2014, from a merger of Burgundy and Franche-Comté. The new region came into existence on 1 January 2016, after the regional elections of December 2015, electing 100 members to the regional council of Bourgogne-Franche-Comté.
Regional elections were held in France on 6 and 13 December 2015. At stake were the regional councils in metropolitan and overseas France as well as the Corsican Assembly and inaugural seats in the Assembly of French Guiana and Assembly of Martinique, all for a six-year term. The Departmental Council of Mayotte, which also exercises the powers of a region, is the only region not participating in this election, having already been renewed on 2 April 2015. There are 18 Regional Presidencies at stake, with 13 in continental France and Corsica, and 5 overseas. Though they do not have legislative autonomy, these territorial collectivities manage sizable budgets. Moreover, regional elections are often taken as a mid-term opinion poll.
A single territorial collectivity is a chartered subdivision of France that exerts both the powers of a region and a department.
1 2 "Carte des Régions" (in French). INSEE . Retrieved 29 September 2009.
↑ Jean-Marie Miossec (2009), Géohistoire de la régionalisation en France, Paris: Presses universitaires de France ISBN 978-2-13-056665-6.
↑ These flags are not official.
1 2 New name as of 17 January 2015; formerly named Centre.
↑ La carte à 13 régions définitivement adoptée, Le Monde, 17 December 2014, accessed 2 January 2015
↑ Quel nom pour la nouvelle région ? Vous avez choisi..., Sud-Ouest, 4 December 2014, accessed 2 January 2015
↑ "Nouveau nom de la région : dernier jour de vote, Occitanie en tête". midilibre.fr.
↑ "Journal officiel of 17 January 2015". Légifrance (in French). 17 January 2015. Retrieved 10 March 2015.
↑ "Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes : fini la consultation, Laurent Wauquiez a tranché - Place Gre'net". placegrenet.fr. 31 May 2016.
↑ "Région Bourgogne-Franche-Comté". www.bourgognefranchecomte.fr.
↑ "La nouvelle nomenclature des codes régions" (in French). INSEE . Retrieved 17 January 2016.
Regions of France at Curlie
Guide to the regions of France
Local websites by region
Will 2010 regional elections lead to political shake-up? Radio France Internationale in English
some explanations about the past and current developments of DOMs and TOMs (in French)
Inhabited areas
Overseas regions 1
Mayotte 2
Overseas collectivities
Sui generis collectivity
Overseas territory (French Southernand Antarctic Lands)
Île Amsterdam
Île Saint-Paul
Crozet Islands
Adélie Land
Scattered islands in the Indian Ocean
Bassas da India 3
Europa Island 3
Glorioso Islands 2, 3
Juan de Nova Island 3
Tromelin Island 4
1 Also known as overseas departments
2 Claimed by Comoros
3 Claimed by Madagascar
4 Claimed by Mauritius
Designations for types of administrative territorial entities
English terms
Common English terms1
Insular area
Local government area
Special area
Statistical area
Combined statistical area
Micropolitan statistical area
Free-trade area
County borough
Metropolitan borough
Half-canton
Federal capital
Imperial capital
Autonomous city
Charter city
Independent city
Incorporated city
Free imperial city
Royal free city
Residential community
Administrative county
Autonomous county
Consolidated city-county
Metropolitan county
Non-metropolitan county
Viscountcy
City district
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Indian government district
Land district
Metropolitan district
Non-metropolitan district
Military district
Municipal district
Regional district
Rural district
Sanitary district
Service district
Educational service district
Local service district
Intermediate school district
Urban district
Census division
Police division
City municipality
County municipality
Regional county municipality
Direct-controlled municipality
District municipality
Neutral municipality
Regional municipality
Resort municipality
Mountain resort municipality
Rural municipality
Specialized municipality
Autonomous prefecture
Subprefecture
Super-prefecture
Praetorian prefecture
Autonomous province
Overseas province
Roman province
Administrative region
Special administrative region
Autonomous region
Development region
Economic region
Mesoregion
Microregion
Overseas region
Planning region
Statistical region
Ecological reserve
Game reserve
City-state
Sovereign state
National capital territory
Dependent territory
Federal territory
Incorporated territory
Organized incorporated territory
Military territory
Union territory
Unorganized territory
Census town
Market town
Charter township
Civil township
Paper township
Survey township
Urban township
Local administrative unit
Municipal unit
Territorial unit
Autonomous territorial unit
Economic zone
Free economic zone
Military exclusion zone
Free speech zone
Neutral zone
Self-administered zone
Free-trade zone
Other English terms
Alpine resort
Eldership
Federal dependency
Governorate
Ilkhanate
Muftiate
Principality
Autonomous republic
Suzerainty
Exarchate
Imperial Circle
Monthon
Roman diocese
1 Used by ten or more countries or having derived terms. Historical derivations in italics.
Non-English or loanwords
Bakhsh
Frazione
Kommun /kunta
Län (Sweden)
Landskap (Finland)
Muban
Ostān
Purok
Vingtaine
Commote
Län /lääni
Landskap (Sweden)
Landskommun
Maalaiskunta
Pagus
Pargana
Plasă
Satrapy
Subah
Syssel
Arabic terms for country subdivisions
First-level
Muhafazah (محافظةgovernorate)
Wilayah (ولايةprovince)
Mintaqah (منطقةregion)
Mudiriyah (مديريةdirectorate)
Imarah (إمارةemirate)
Baladiyah (بلديةmunicipality)
Shabiyah (شعبية"popularate")
Second /third-level
Qadaa (قضاءdistrict)
Nahiyah (ناحيةsubdistrict)
Markaz (مركزdistrict)
Mutamadiyah (معتمدية"delegation")
Daerah/Daïra (دائرةcircle)
Liwa (لواءbanner / sanjak )
City /township-level
Amanah (أمانةmunicipality)
Ḥai (حيneighborhood /quarter)
Mahallah (محلة)
Qarya (قرية)
Sheyakhah (شياخة"neighborhood subdivision")
Majlis Mahalliyy (مجلس محليlocal council)
Majlis ʾIqlimiyy (مجلس اقليميregional council)
English translations given are those most commonly used.
French terms for country subdivisions
subprefectures
Greek terms for country subdivisions
apokentromenes dioikiseis / geniki dioikisis § / diamerisma § / periphereia
nomos § / periphereiaki enotita
demos / eparchia § / koinotita §
archontia/archontaton
despotaton
dioikesis
doukaton
droungos
eparchia
exarchaton
katepanikion
kephalatikion
kleisoura
naukrareia
satrapeia
strategis
toparchia
tourma
§ signifies a defunct institution
Portuguese terms for country subdivisions
Regional subdivisions
Capitania
Local subdivisions
Circunscrição
Historical subdivisions in italics.
Slavic terms for country subdivisions
krajina / pokrajina
oblast / oblast' / oblasti / oblys / obwód / voblast'
okręg
opština / općina / občina / obshtina
osiedle
powiat / povit
raion
selsoviet / silrada
sołectwo
voivodeship / vojvodina
darugha
gromada
guberniya / gubernia
jurydyka
obshchina
okolia
prowincja
sorok
srez
starostwo / starostva
uyezd
volost
Spanish terms for country subdivisions
National, Federal
Regional, Metropolitan
Corregimiento
Merindad
Urban, Rural
Alquería
Anteiglesia
Asentamiento informal
Pueblos jóvenes
Caserío
Ciudad autónoma
Pedanía
Ranchería
Village (Pueblito/Pueblo)
Turkish terms for country subdivisions
il (province)
ilçe (district)
şehir (city)
kasaba (town)
belediye (municipality)
belde (community)
köy (village)
mahalle (neighbourhood/quarter)
ağalık (feudal district)
bucak (subdistrict)
beylerbeylik (province)
kadılık (subprovince)
kaza (sub-province)
hidivlik (viceroyalty)
mutasarrıflık (subprovince)
nahiye (nahiyah)
paşalık (province)
reya (Romanian principalities)
sancak (prefecture)
vilayet (province)
voyvodalık (Romanian provinces)
See also: Census division, Electoral district, Political division, and List of administrative divisions by country
Regions of Europe
Administrative regions of France
Current administrative regions (since 2016)
Metropolitan regions
Former administrative regions (1982–2015)
First-level administrative divisions in European countries
Abkhazia 2
Artsakh 2
Northern Cyprus 2
South Ossetia 2
1 Spans the conventional boundary between Europe and Asia. 2 Considered European for cultural, political and historical reasons but is geographically in Western Asia.
Table of administrative divisions by country
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Report: Jets To Fire Bowles Following Season
FLORHAM PARK, N.J. (WFAN) -- The Jets are ready to part ways with head coach Todd Bowles following the season, according to NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport.
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"And the news that has been clear for weeks: The Jets are expected to fire coach Todd Bowles following the 2018 season," Rapoport tweeted.
And the news that has been clear for weeks: The #Jets are expected to fire coach Todd Bowles following the 2018 season. Story here https://t.co/GFgdqCLmx1
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) December 29, 2018
Former Green Bay Packers head coach Mike McCarthy and former Detroit Lions head coach Jim Caldwell are among candidates to replace Bowles, according to Rapoport's sources.
MORE: 7 Possible Candidates To Replace Todd Bowles As Jets Coach
McCarthy was released by the Packers after 13 seasons as head coach, following a 20-17 loss to the Arizona Cardinals on Dec. 2.
Jim Harbaugh, Josh McDaniels, Lincoln Riley, Eric Bieniemy and Bruce Arians could also be in the running to succeed Bowles.
The 4-11 Jets finish the season in Foxborough on Sunday against the rival New England Patriots.
Rapoport also reported that general manager Mike Maccagnan is believed to be safe.
Bowles has gone 24-39 since being named head coach of the Jets in 2015. He led Gang Green to a 10-6 record in his first season in charge, though the Jets did not qualify for the playoffs.
Two consecutive 5-11 seasons followed.
The Jets last appeared in the playoffs under Rex Ryan in 2010.
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10 Unanswered Questions About PBS Kids’ “Curious George”
Holly Herndon — November 12, 2014
Curious George is a copyright of Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
This column is for all the moms, dads and grandparents who have, or once had, preschool-age children who watched everyone’s favorite primate on television.
As I’m sure some of you can relate, I’ve had two children obsessed with the little brown monkey. First there was my 6-year-old, who loved George at age two and still enjoys him today. And now, my 1 ½ year old is absolutely obsessed with the character we refer to as her “monkey overlord” (pictured above).
So, I’ve basically seen this show a dozen times a day for four years straight and, after countless hours of watching what is actually a quite entertaining, very well-written children’s program, there are a few things I need to get off my chest.
Please note these insights only pertain to the PBS Kids animated television show, not necessarily the beloved books by Margret and H.A. Rey, and certainly not the Universal Studios films which had the audacity to name The Man with the Yellow Hat “Ted.”
So, for your pondering pleasure, I give you 10 Unanswered Questions About PBS Kids’ “Curious George.”
Of course, you have to start by saying, why doesn’t The Man with the Yellow Hat (who I will now refer to as simply The Man) cash in on the world’s most amazing mammal? Sell his artwork. Do the talk show circuit. Pitch “Real House-monkeys of Generic New York-like City,” to Bravo. Seriously, there are millions to be made from possessing a monkey who makes soap box derby racers and plays in a mariachi band. The rest of them just throw feces.
I’m not going to cite the obvious as to why exactly a monkey can visit a museum, or take the subway or attend the opera, but I WILL ask this…why can a monkey visit the zoo…as a customer?
Does The Man have the necessary permits to keep a wild animal in a downtown apartment? The doorman and the dachshund don’t seem like guys who would let something like that slip.
Why hasn’t the NSF or the CDC or any other food safety organization cited Chef Pisghetti for not only having a cat in his kitchen at all times, but for letting a monkey regularly taste his sauce?
Is The Man monkeying around (nudge nudge wink wink) with Professor Wiseman or Betsy and Steve’s Aunt Margaret? Or both? He sure spends a lot of time with both of them and you know what they say about a man who wears a big hat…
Seriously, what’s wrong with Bill? He knows everything there is to know about species of ducks and building dams and the science behind model sailboats, but he thinks George is just a “city kid?” And why doesn’t someone just tell him George is a monkey?!
What exactly does The Man do for a living? Somehow he can afford a large two-bed apartment in what seems to be the cartoon equivalent of Manhattan, with a cartoon Central Park view, no less, AND has a farmhouse property upstate. Whatever it is he does, sign me up.
Shouldn’t the parents of the County Sprouts be concerned that their kid’s scout troop leader is a childless man with a monkey?
What year is it supposed to be? They are still producing new episodes of this show, yet The Man still checks out library books to do his scientific research and uses a landline telephone. He even sends George with paper notes for people if the phone was left off the charger.
Finally, considered he’s been to space (twice), captained a submarine (twice), constructed full-scale dinosaur skeletons at the Museum of Natural History and even categorized endangered penguins in the arctic, isn’t it time George started wearing pants?
Regardless of the puzzling facts put forth here today, you can’t deny that there is something about this show that is irresistible to children and obviously sticks in the brains of their parents as well. The man, the myth, the monkey has definitely made an indelible mark on our household so I say Godspeed, Curious George. You’ve done more in your life naked then any of us can ever hope to achieve.
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Jeremy Cale
To answer what The Man does for a living . . in the first movie (which the PBS series is apparently a sequel to) he works as a tour guide at the museum. By the movie’s sequel though he is placed in charge of the museum. This would mean that he is apparently Dr. Wiseman’s boss. HOWEVER this is never stated in the series and there are contradictions between the movies and series which could suggest that they are actually two different things.
April 1, 2018 at 1:06 am — Reply
My only questions are : where are Steve and Betsy parents? Why are hey living with there aunt? And how she be so oblivious.
After too many hours of watch George I’m starting to make my own back story.
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My only questions are : where are Steve and Betsy parents? Why are hey living with there aunt? And how she be so oblivious. After too many hours of watch…
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Home World Games hero selected as IWGA athlete of the month
By Declan McSweeney
Poland's air-sports gold medallist Wojciech Bógdał has been selected as the International World Games Association's (IWGA) athlete of the month for August.
Bógdał was a home hero when he won the paramotoring competition at the World Games in Wrocław on July 23.
After flying nine tasks over three days, he ended with a convincing win, eight points in front of Thailand's Kittiphop Phrommat.
"I like to fly in front of my home crowd," he said.
"People were waving, and one even had a flag with my name on it, that was great.""
Bógdał, 23, who lives a three-hour drive from Wrocław, admitted the competition had been "very hard, but we had a lot of tasks and we flew in all our slots"".
"We had more than 12 take-offs, which made it hard," he said.
The first paramotoring session on the last day of competition started before 8am, to ensure a quick turn-around of pilots.
Poland host the World Games in Wrocław this year ©World Games 2017
Organisers were keen to stay ahead of stormy weather which was forecast to arrive later.
Last to fly on that task, all Bogdal had to do to finish in first position overall was get round the slalom flying course safely, which he did.
He finished fifth in the task - enough to keep him ahead of the pack.
After the medals ceremony in front of a home crowd at the airfield in Wrocław, he said it had been emotional winning in his home country.
Bógdał started to fly solo 10 years ago when he was 13-years-old.
"When I was three years old my father started to fly, so I am from a paramotoring family," he said.
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The latest piece of DLC for Dungeon Defenders has started to show up for players today and from first impressions it seems to be fairly substantial. The Quest for the Lost Eternia Shards takes players outside of the castle for the first time and offers more of what players have asked for.
Trendy Entertainment is giving players the following with their new DLC:
Ten new weapons
An entirely new campaign map
An additional PVP map
A challenge mission with new story cinematics
New enemies/boss fights as well
Quest for the Lost Eternia Shards is available on Steam right now for $3.99. For a limited time, there is also a season pass of sorts available for $9.75 (which will eventually retail for $12.99). Xbox and PS3 users will have to wait until the 21st before they can join the adventure.
The question for PC gamers, is this: now that it’s the middle of December, the Steam Winter Sale will be starting soon. It’s very tough to buy anything right now with the prospect of savings in the back of my head, but I may have to make an exception on this one.
Trendy Entertainment, Reverb Publishing, and D3Publisher are about to unleash the first part of downloadable content (DLC) for its exceedingly addictive and successful downloadable title, Dungeon Defenders. The DLC will be available on PlayStation®Network, Xbox LIVE® Arcade for the Xbox 360® video game and entertainment system from Microsoft on December 21st, and Steam today for only $3.99 (http://store.steampowered.com/app/204381/). As part one of the Quest for the Lost Eternia Shards, gamers everywhere can now finally take their first look outside of their castle and into the rest of the vivid Dungeon Defenders universe.
Each quest will take players through an entirely new campaign map, a new PvP map, and a new challenge mission with new story cinematics, enemies, 10 all new weapons, a new pet, a new boss, and more! When gamers complete the quest, even more secrets may await.
Check out the trailer for the entire Quest for the Lost Eternia Shards HERE.
A Complete Pack of all 4 parts of the Quest for the Lost Eternia Shards is available now on Steam for a limited time for only $9.75 (retail $12.99). Purchasing this will grant players access to the content as it releases as well as early access to Nightmare Mode. Nightmare Mode is an even harder difficulty mode which will eventually unlock for PC owners of all 4 DLC packs and incorporate all of the new enemies into the full campaign. Complete Pack owners will get to try out Nightmare Mode with these enemies as they are released.
Note: The 10 new weapons and pet will be patched into the Console version in the first patch early next year.
Dungeon Defenders is one of the fastest selling downloadable games of all time. Bringing together the best elements of tower defense and action-RPG progression, it allows players to team up and fight across 15 unique maps, 30 challenges and four difficulty settings in all of the game’s loot-raiding, spell-casting, level-up stacking glory. Players control one of four distinct heroes in an epic bid to fight back an ancient evil. Each character comes with special functions, and players can create and customize/upgrade an armory of weapons and equipment.
Check out the launch trailer for Dungeon Defenders here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8KhaA279thk
Dungeon Defenders is rated E10+ by the Entertainment Software Review Board and is available for download now on Xbox LIVE Arcade for Xbox 360 for 1,200 Microsoft Points, and on PlayStation Network and Steam for $14.99. For more information on the game, visit www.dungeondefenders.com, like the game on Facebook http://facebook.com/dungeondefenders or follow the Trendy team @TrendyEnt.
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Sam Smith Joined Tik Tok and It's All We've Ever Wanted
posted by @Coldestdecember - Dec 7, 2019
Sam Smith is on Tik Tok and is delivering content that we didn’t know we needed. The “Too Good at Goodbyes” singer sent a message out to their twitter followers alerting the fanbase that they were in fact now making videos on the viral app. Many artist have taken to the social platform, with some event getting their start there due to the ease of creating musically viral content (Lil Nas X).
Sam urged fans to follow them writing, "if you wanna see me alone in my hotel room with a stuffed cat singing diva ballads."
And yes, that is indeed the content being created. In a video, while singing to Celine Dion’s “All By Myself,” Sam was viewed in streaked makeup captioning the video "Oh no kids, I've just discovered TikTok.”
Sam certainly has a lot to celebrate as Friday (December 6th) they closed out an amazing Jingle Ball Presented by Capital One set. Sam invited Normani on stage where the two gave an artistic performance reminiscent of a New York interpretive dance show. The two performed their latest hit Dancing with a Stranger giving us all the feels.
Check out a clip of the performance below!
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Female Founder Charlie Thompson Exposes Silicon Valley’s “Casting Couch”
by Women Love Tech 02/08/2019, 10:01 am
Everyone’s heard of the Hollywood ‘casting couch’, but according to start-up co-founder Charlie Thompson it also exists within the Silicon Valley investment world. In a candid open letter to anonymous an angel investor, Charlie Thompson, CEO of profit-for-purpose business The Clean Collective, reveals the shocking manipulation and gas-lighting experienced by female-led start-ups, when raising capital in the predominantly male world of venture capital funding.
Charlie Thompson’s open letter to a predatory angel investor
Having met angel investor ‘Phil’ at a Silicon Valley conference, Thompson found herself inappropriately propositioned when attending a follow-up lunch meeting to discuss his interest in The Clean Collective. Unknown to Thompson, the lunch reservation had been made within walking distance of the investor’s photography studio, where he expressed a desire to photograph Thompson.
“During lunch, he confessed he’d wanted to ‘capture’ me at his studio as soon as he met me at the investment conference, despite the level of business discussion he’d engaged me in at the time; that if I went to his studio, which was conveniently located near the restaurant, “he couldn’t be sure what would happen” and that my dismissive reaction was unusual, as most women become CEOs “because they want fame”.
“This well-rehearsed act and his exploitation of financial power demonstrate some of the flaws in the broken system of capital funding,” says Charlie Thompson.
Fuelled by her experience on the investment circuit, Thompson and her business partners Charli Ferrand and Georgia Lawson are proud to be utilising new legislation around equity crowdfunding, working alongside the country’s leading platform Equitise, to raise their target of $1.5 million.
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“By opening up equity to everyday Australians and the crowd, we’re looking forward to bringing in investors who are passionate about changing the future of our planet and the future of humanity, together. Equity crowdfunding provides us a way to remain a community owned by our community, rather than selling capital to a single party that doesn’t align with our ethics or purpose,” Thompson said.
“The Clean Collective’s mission is much bigger than an investor’s cheque book. We’re using technology to empower people to tackle climate change and take ownership of their health,” she added.
Thompson’s first-hand experience in Silicon Valley sent her back to Australia with next-level amounts of clarity, grit and determination to find investors that respect people and respect the planet.
The Clean Collective is the fastest-growing marketplace for sustainable purchases in Australia. The online hub brings together products and information on wellness and sustainability to empower people to tackle environmental epidemics and take ownership of their health.
Having built a new standard that guides safe and sustainable consumption, The Clean Collective sells approved personal care, cleaning and reusable products on its online shop, while publishing information on ways to create a healthier and more eco-friendly lifestyle on its personal development blog.
The Clean Collective
The team’s raising capital to grow their ecommerce operation while expanding their business with an app and personal development products, in partnership with experts in wellness and sustainability.
In less than two years, the company has earned more than $600K in revenue from over 10K transaction, attracted over 400,000 visitors, and amassed over 80,000 followers and subscribers. Now, they’re seeking investment to scale the brand domestically and overseas to drive bigger impact for humanity and our planet.
Investors will profit from The Clean Collective’s success; receive discounts, early bird access and exclusive passes; and help the company remove 37,500 pieces of plastic pollution from the environment and plant 12,500 trees when they hit their target of raising $1.5M on the Equitise crowdfunding platform.
Selection of eco-friendly products from The Clean Collective
Dear Phil
You stunned me into a state of gibberish that I’ll thank you for: sometimes your brain needs to be faced with an alien situation before it finds its script. Here’s mine:
You’ve got the wrong definition of ‘human capital’.
Women cannot be bought.
Women are capable leaders that become CEOs for many reasons.
Women founders do not deserve to be subjected to your well-rehearsed show.
And in case you’re wondering, the world’s still dying, and the Climate Change Clock’s still ticking.
Thank you for filling some of my precious time in the 134-month window of opportunity that we have to save the planet from a climate catastrophe with your ridiculous proposition because, you know what? No one grows in their comfort zone and you’ve just added some serious fuel to my fire.
My mission is so much bigger than your cheque book.
You sent me back home to Australia with next-level amounts of clarity, grit and determination to find investors that respect people, respect the planet, and understand that investing in our future is not only money and energy incredibly well spent, but an absolute necessity for civilisation.
The Clean Collective is now equity crowd source funding with Equitise to raise funds to fuel its mission, seeking 12,500 people to invest just $120 in the future of human and planetary health. In return, investors will profit from The Clean Collective’s success, receive some juicy rewards (discounts, early bird access and exclusive passes), and help The Clean Collective remove 37,500 pieces of plastic pollution from the environment and plant 12,500 trees when it hit its target of raising $1.5M. This is what you call a true and fair exchange, Phil.
Edwina Bartholomew Meets The Clean Collective Co-founders Charlie Thompson And Georgia Lawson
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Jack Nicklaus wins the 30th Masters Tournament
In an 18-hole playoff, Jack Nicklaus earned his third Green Jacket and became the Masters first back-to-back champion.
Nicklaus ended regulation at 288 tied with Tommy Jacobs and Gay Brewer. Nicklaus shot 70 in the extra round to defeat Jacobs by two strokes and Brewer by eight. That year any player within 10 strokes of the lead qualified for the final two rounds.
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Who was the first back-to-back winner of The Masters? It was Jack Nicklaus, and he completed the feat at the 1966 Masters.
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2016 Salary Survey: Pay Climbs for Credentials
By Michelle Dick
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Where you work factors into pay, but credentials and experience top off the charts.
By David Blackmer, MSC, and Michelle A. Dick, BS
The results of AAPC’s 2016 Salary Survey show, once again, that our credentials equal value in the eyes of employers. The numbers also confirm that coding and billing managers, educators, and employees of healthcare systems and large group practices saw pay and employment increases last year.
On average, annual salaries for members in 2016 were up 0.6 percent from the year before, at $49,872. Compared to the 0.5 percent increase physicians received in Medicare reimbursement last year, healthcare business professionals are holding their own. Whether you made more or less in 2016 depended on where you lived, the type of organization you worked for, how much experience you had, and the credentials you held.
Let’s check the numbers to see what factors will help you earn more in 2017.
Rack Up Points for Credentials
Worldwide, 9.2 percent of our membership hold two or more credentials and 2.2 percent hold three or more credentials. Certified Professional Coders (CPCs®), in particular, saw a significant jump in pay, from $51,454 in 2015 to $52,690 in 2016, for a 2.4 percent increase. Holders of specialty credentials also did well, with average salaries going from $56,396 in 2015 to $57,524 in 2016, for a 2 percent increase.
The three credentials that earned members substantial salaries in 2016 were:
2015 2016 % Increase
No. 1:
Certified Professional Compliance Officer (CPCO™) $71,500 $75,680 5.8
Certified Physician Practice Manager (CPPM®) $64,666 $67,143 3.8
Certified Professional Medical Auditor (CPMA®) $62,345 $64,444 3.4
On average, members received salary increases whether they held one or more AAPC credentials:
Specialty credentials $56,396 $57,524 2.0
Any 1 AAPC credential $51,621 $52,605 1.9
2 or more AAPC credentials $58,399 $60,305 3.3
Those who earned AAPC’s new Certified Documentation Expert Outpatient (CDEO®) credential made an average of $83,654 last year. A caveat to this data is that the credential was still in beta testing in 2016, and the 13 salary survey respondents also reported an average 14.5 years of experience in the business of healthcare, which likely hikes up the average salary. It will be interesting to see how this credential affects salaries next year, especially in light of the new reporting requirements for the Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS).
Graph A shows the 2016 salary changes based on individual AAPC credentials.
Graph A: Salary by Credential
Earn Bonus Points for Experience and Hard Work
As in previous years, AAPC’s 2016 Salary Survey proves that experience pays off. On average, employed survey respondents said they have been working in the business of healthcare for 11.2 years. The highest pay goes to those with 31+ years of experience, with an average annual salary of $67,162. Those with one year or less of experience averaged $35,906, annually, in entry level positions.
To view all of the average salaries organized by years of experience, see Graph B.
Graph B: Salary by Experience
Members worked less overtime in 2016 than in 2015, according to survey respondents. In 2015, 15 percent of you worked more than 45 hours a week, compared to 12.2 percent in 2016. This decrease may be an indication that providers have implemented ICD-10-CM and you are getting comfortable with the new diagnosis coding system and picking up speed. Thankfully, the majority of you (75.4 percent) worked 40-45 hours per week last year, which is a slight increase from 2015.
Coding/Billing Managers and
Educators Have the Advantage
2016 was a big year for coding and billing managers, who saw a 3.5 percent increase in wages between 2015 and 2016 (from $59,679 to $61,794). It was also a decent year for coding educators, who reported a 3.2 percent increase (from $62,290 to $64,298). The only pay decrease was reported by practice/office managers: Data show salaries went from $59,021 in 2015 to $58,438 in 2016.
All in all, there has been a steady climb in salaries across the board these last four years, as shown in Graph C.
Graph C: Salary by Job Responsibility
Job Satisfaction Pays Off
Almost 75 percent of respondents said they work on-site, while the rest reported working remotely. Roughly 60 percent of our members are content with their job, and are not looking elsewhere. Here are the percentages for those looking for another job and the reasons why:
12.3 percent would like a position that pays better.
8.5 percent want to find a job with more advancement opportunities.
8.7 percent would like a position where they could work remotely.
Hospitals Are the Place to Be
It’s no surprise that health systems are growing in staff, while smaller facilities are succumbing to attrition. It is surprising, however, that hospital outpatient staff size decreased from 10.6 percent in 2015 to 9.1 percent in 2016 (1.5 percent decrease), and the average salary for members was $47,421. Meanwhile, inpatient facility staffs increased from 5.2 percent in 2015 to 5.4 percent in 2016 (0.2 percent increase), and the average salary was $49,408. It looks like inpatient coding is a good career move.
Health systems and large group practices are good places to be working right now, too. The average salary for members in health system in 2016 was $52,320, while members in large group practices made $49,452. According to the numbers:
18.3 percent of respondents work for a large health system; and
13.2 percent of respondents work for a large group practice.
Graph D shows the rest of the percentages of where members are employed.
Graph D: Percentage of Where Members Work
Payout Depends on Demographics
In 2014, the pendulum swung towards big pay increases all over the United States. In 2015, it swung back. In 2016, salaries pretty much evened out. There was a slight pay increase in most areas, with the mid-Atlantic, Mountain, and New England regions showing the most improvement. Members in the Mid-Atlantic region (N.J., N.Y., Pa.) went from earning an average of $52,219 in 2015 to $53,757 in 2016 (a 2.9 percent increase); members in the Mountain region (Ariz., Colo., Idaho, Mont., N.M., Nev., Utah, Wyo.) went from $49,978 in 2015 to $51,310 in 2016 (a 2.7 percent increase); and those of you in the New England region (Conn., Mass., Maine, N.H, R.I., Vt.) went from $52,153 in 2015 to $53,504 in 2016 (a 2.5 percent increase).
Chart E shows the average salaries in 2016 by demographic. Members in the Pacific region (Alaska, Calif., Hawaii, Ore., Wash.) came out on top, with an average salary of $57,005 in 2016.
Michelle Dick
Michelle A. Dick, BS, is a contract writer and editor. Prior to her becoming a free agent, she worked as executive editor for AAPC for 12 years, editor-in-chief at Eli Research, and Element K Journals. Dick was an ad coordinator, Web designer, and graphic artist at White Directory Publishers, Inc. She holds a Bachelor of Science from the State University of New York at Buffalo State.
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17 Responses to “2016 Salary Survey: Pay Climbs for Credentials”
Virginia Lucero says:
This was a lot of helpful and interesting information. It’s actually motivating me to resume my study on coding.
C. Beth White says:
It would be nice to see the difference in pay when comparing the different specialties. Could this be done for the next Salary Survey?
Dave Blackmer, MSC says:
C. Beth – I’d be happy to pull stats on specific specialties for you (but there’s a caveat on that below). Send me an email at david.blackmer@aapc.com and let me know which ones you’d like to see compared. I left out the detailed data for specialties because we have less than 10% of our membership holding a specialty certification right now, we only get about 10% of our members to respond to this survey, and the individuals in those two groups don’t always match up! The data for some of the specialties is just too limited to be very statistically reliable. Still, I’m happy to make the comparison for you — I’ll even let you know how many respondents we had for each requested specialty, so you can judge how accurate you feel the data is for yourself!
C. M. says:
My employer provides a salary summary for the employees that include dollars paid (per hour/salary) PLUS the value of any benefits we are currently receiving. I assume the AAPC survey does not include value of benefits, correct? Thanks for the clarification!
C.M. – You are correct, this salary survey does not include an evaluation of benefits. Several years ago, we asked questions in the annual salary surveys about benefits received, but we found that a really accurate depiction of that kind of data required a much deeper dive, focused in that one area. For instance, most respondents might have a PTO policy where they work. But how many hours are received? When are they accumulated? When do the employees qualify for an increase in these PTO hour calculations? How strictly are employees expected to request PTO, under what circumstances, and how far in advance for each circumstance? What holidays are granted outside the PTO policy? How are sick days handled – in conjunction with PTO, or outside it? You get the idea. Unique variables just make it extremely difficult to accurately quantify the value of additional benefits. I wish we could add these kinds of statistics in; I’d love to have access to more complete information and crunch these numbers!
DCOertel says:
Can you confirm the number of members within each region that did submit data for this survey since you stated above the data only consisted of 10% of your total members? Just curious to know if there was a high enough # of people surveyed to consider the data viable.
DCOertel – Excellent question. The average number of respondents per region was over 1,700. And that’s not including a few thousand individuals choosing not to answer that specific question on the survey! While there was certainly fluctuation in the specific numbers from region to region, I feel very comfortable that the overall numbers were still statistically significant.
Do these average salaries include just the employee’s gross yearly pay or do these totals also take into account the benefits, vacation, retirement ect provided to the employee as well? I am almost to my annual review and feel like I am very under paid based off of these numbers. But I want to go in educated with the correct information. Thank you.
John Friel says:
All this is making me dizzy. I did the course with a 4.0 but got absolutely no assistance from my school after graduatiron. How does someone find the starting point on this site? I need to brush up but don’t have a lot of cash for fees. can anyone give me some direction?
Josephine Pistone says:
I have recently decided to change careers from being a teacher not home all day being at work and then going home just to work some more is just not what I want to do anymore. I have a 1 year old and plan on being a wife and mother and working from home. What are you thoughts on that?
Kathleen Alves says:
Is there any way I could also get the salary survey of the specialties?
G. Srinivasan says:
Very interesting job
Megan Rizzo says:
I like how it is broken down between the different number of certifications that one has.
but it would also be good to have if there are other degrees involved. I haven’t ever found a salary comparable to my own position.
I am an RN and a coder for a homecare agency. I also have an oasis c2 certification. it has been difficult to analyze my salary.
Eleathia Longcope says:
Mr. Blackmer I am an RHIT, and interested in earning the CIRCC credential. AAPC offers a great variety of specialty coding certifications, and with such a small percentage of AAPC members (You said it was around 10%) responding to surveys, and less of those that hold the specialty credentials and/or multiple credentials, I’m not sure how to locate salary information for those that hold them in dual associations. Would you be able to share income numbers for CIRCC credential, and perhaps the combined RHIT & CIRCC set?
Christina Kracht says:
I would like the salary survey to break down by multi surgical coder, specialties, location. It would be nice to see the difference between HCC coder, OP coder and inpatient coder, educator, office based coder.
Would you be able to help me figure out a beginning base salary for a Coding Auditor Supervisor position in Georgia with a large 700+ physician practice? I have 25+ years of coding experience in multiple specialties (Cardiovascular, Neurosurgery, Urology, Acute Care and Trauma, Interventional Pain Medicine, and a few others) I have about 6 of management experience. Will be supervising a group of 4 Coding Auditors and responsible for education and training for a group of 25 Coders and Charge Posters.
Yolanda M James says:
I have 28yrs in health insurance and I will be taking the exam to be certified soon. How do I get to the jobs with that type of salary.
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Tom Ballard, comedian and host of ABC show Tonightly, denies sexual assault allegation
Posted June 10, 2018 20:36:43
Photo: Tom Ballard said he denied the allegation "in the strongest terms possible". (ABC RN: Fiona Pepper)
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Comedian Tom Ballard has released a statement on his website denying an allegation of sexual assault.
Ballard, host of the ABC show Tonightly with Tom Ballard, said he had a "consensual sexual experience with someone" four years ago.
In the statement, Ballard said he had become aware over the past six months about an allegation of sexual assault against him, which was aired publicly on Saturday.
He said he completely denied the allegation "in the strongest terms possible".
"I had absolutely no idea he believed it wasn't consensual until six months ago," Ballard said.
"His version of that experience as described on social media is simply not what happened.
"This false claim has been spread via social media, text messages and gossip. It has been deeply distressing for me, my friends and my family. It has affected my work and my mental health.
"I have not done anything wrong. Any suggestion otherwise is false, deeply distressing and unhelpful."
The ABC said in a statement that it was aware of a claim made on social media against Ballard.
"Tom has denied this claim in the strongest terms possible," the statement said.
"The ABC takes any allegation of harassment very seriously and does not condone or tolerate any inappropriate behaviour.
"All ABC employees are made aware of and must abide by our discrimination, bullying and harassment policy at all times.
"We have no further comment to make at this stage".
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Yoast SEO Team is Testing Gutenberg Integration Coming in Version 8.0 Next Week
Sarah Gooding · August 9, 2018 · 3 Comments
Joost de Valk tweeted a sneak peek of the Gutenberg integration the Yoast SEO team is currently testing. The plugin has more than 5 million active installations and is one that packs a lot into its wide meta box. Users have been curious about what compatibility with the new editor will look like for Yoast SEO. de Valk tweeted a preview of the plugin working inside the Gutenberg UI:
Officially still on holiday… But, testing our @yoast SEO Gutenberg integration as the first real integration piece is due next week, this is making me happy (and extremely proud of our team):#gutenberg #wordpress #yoast pic.twitter.com/UHFAdH0wAt
— Joost de Valk (@jdevalk) August 8, 2018
For the past several months the team has been making progress on the plugin’s Gutenberg integration roadmap. Yoast SEO 8.0 is coming next week with the first round of compatibility in place.
“8.0 is coming on Tuesday with most of it, some bits are relying on the integration of an annotations API in Gutenberg, which is not entirely under our control,” de Valk said. “We need that to do markings like we do in the classic editor to highlight where your errors are. Feature complete is quite a while off – we want to do a LOT. Gutenberg is opening a whole new playing field for us in terms of more in context, actionable feedback.”
Future versions of Yoast SEO will offer more features inline, instead of housing them in a single meta box.
“We started by breaking down all our features, and seeing where we could integrate them into Gutenberg,” de Valk said in a post outlining Yoast SEO’s planned approach back in October 2017. “We don’t think holding on to a single, massive box below the editor will best serve our customers. We’d much rather integrate right where the action happens, and Gutenberg offers us that chance.”
For example, readability analysis can be shown on a per-block basis to provide more fine-grained feedback:
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“You’ll get actionable feedback in context,” de Valk said. “You don’t have to scroll down to a meta box to see the advice and scroll up again to the place where you should implement it. If we give feedback per block, you will get a better understanding of all the factors that influence SEO.”
The Yoast SEO team has been enthusiastic about what the Gutenberg era will bring to WordPress. In a recent Twitter thread, de Valk summarized his thoughts on the project and described the direction the Yoast SEO plugin is headed:
[I’ve] been thinking about Gutenberg more lately, as discussion about it is growing now that it’s near to WordPress core inclusion. What is most important in what we’re doing is something I think most people don’t see yet: The new ‘blocks’ that Gutenberg introduces allow us to, much more easily, make content items instead of web pages the smallest particle of the web.
Questions and answers, how to’s, recipes, suddenly all of them can much more easily have metadata, and be reused. This is particularly important to SEOs: the search engines, driven by voice search requirements, are searching for answers, more than for ‘just’ URLs to send traffic to, and blocks allow us to give them those answers, in a format both they and users can understand. While doing this, it allows us to keep the separation of content and design, something we definitely need to think more about.
With Gutenberg compatibility on its way from widely-used plugins like ACF and Yoast SEO, users can have confidence more plugins they depend on will follow suit. These major players are the first cracks in the ice across the ecosystem that will soon make Gutenberg-support the standard for any product that wants to compete.
de Valk encouraged users to look at the advent of Gutenberg as a door to new opportunities during this transition time.
“Gutenberg is not ‘done,'” de Valk said. “I think it’s ready to ship, but I also think it opens up a world of new opportunities and discussions. It’s not all ‘right’ yet either, so there will have to be changes as more people use it and get used to it. I do realize this is a drastic change in some ways. But it’s also not half as bad as people think it is. I have seen people use it for the first time, most people get used to it very quickly. Last but not least: you don’t have to switch now. The classic editor plugin exists for a reason. You can put off your switch for a year, or even two. But eventually I think everyone will see the power of the new editor and will switch.”
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Vishwajeet kumar
Yoast is my favorite SEO plugin and integration of it with Gutenberg is a great addition. I am eagerly waiting for the update. Thanks for sharing this.
Dinsan
This looks neat!
Victor Marsala
I have seen people use it for the first time, most people get used to it very quickly
Boy do we hang in different crowds.
To be honest, I like the idea of leaning into the semantic web for types of content, like recipes, because it would definitely be cleaner to have that “wizarded” out for you. Let the person pick a measurement quantity, and let the system handle writing special HTML attributes, that sort of thing.
I also don’t “hate its existence” just because I find it unintuitive for normal basic content building like writing a paragraph and sticking two pictures side by side underneath it. I just don’t get the approach for inclusion. Let me be normal, and then if I want to add special content in a special way, go ask for that. Heck, even include Gutenberg as a mode so it can be supported. But give me what I ask instead of tell me what I want.
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ALL IN THE FAMILY: WRITING FOR FAMILY HISTORY MAGAZINES By Erika Dreifus
Recently, I described a bit about my own freelance writing for genealogy and family history magazines. In this article, I’ll expand the discussion: I’ll explain how you can break into this market, too – and where you might do so.
In most cases, family history and genealogy magazine editors seek constructive, practicable information. Perusing the magazines, you’ll see that this preference translates into articles that give readers pointers on many topics, from navigating one’s way through immigration or naturalization documents, to investigating one’s family history via church records, to a host of other possibilities. Articles addressing ways to use the Internet to conduct family history research are increasingly popular, too.
Emphasis on practical advice notwithstanding, there’s still room for good old storytelling in these magazines. Often taking the form of short essays inspired by family historians’ experiences and discoveries, these contributions typically appear in regular departments, such as Family Tree Magazine‘s “Everything’s Relative” and Ancestry‘s “Bare Bones” sections. Reading a few back issues will give the flavor of these anecdotal essays, which are often characterized by humor and/or nostalgia.
Other personal experience pieces focus more closely on the nuts-and-bolts of individual research discoveries. These articles tend to be longer than the lighter essays, offering detailed case studies of successful research experiences that might assist other family historians.
For the writer who loves to immerse herself in research, to instruct, and to tell stories that truly keep the past alive, family history and genealogy publications offer a multitude of opportunities. Here are some of them:
Guidelines: http://www.ancestry.com/learn/publications/writing.htm
This bimonthly magazine looks for articles that help genealogists and hobbyists with their research. Features follow topics/themes determined by the editorial staff. Each issue also includes a “Bare Bones” essay (600-800 words). Case studies detailing an ancestor’s life and the researcher’s methods of overcoming challenges in learning about it run 1200-1500 words. Note that this magazine purchases copyright as work for hire (buys all rights); authors are paid on publication. E-mail for full guidelines. Pays honorarium.
FAMILY CHRONICLE
WritersWeekly has removed this listing from our site because the publisher won’t provide a contract to writers. NEVER WRITE WITHOUT A CONTRACT!
Guidelines: http://www.familytreemagazine.com/gls.html
Published bimonthly, this magazine covers many aspects of family history discovery and celebration: genealogy, ethnic heritage, personal history, Websites/software, scrapbooking, photography and photo preservation. Seeks articles with broad appeal and specific, helpful information. Pays on acceptance (rates vary) for first rights and online rights; offers kill fee. Submissions accepted for the “Everything’s Relative” page, which features “short, amusing stories of ‘the lighter side of family history,” earn $25. Other departments include “Branching Out” (newsy front-of-the-book section) and the “Toolkit,” with profiles of new resources for genealogists, scrapbookers, and family historians.
GOOD OLD DAYS and GOOD OLD DAYS SPECIALS
Guidelines: http://www.goodolddaysonline.com/pages/magazineinfo.html
According to the guidelines, these publications tell the real stories of the people who lived and grew up in “the good old days” (about 1920-1958). “We like stories to sound conversational, as if you’re sitting around the fire and Grandpa’s telling you about the time he and Grandma got shivareed. However, we are open to any way you choose to write your story, as long as it is true and falls within our targeted period of time.” Includes several regular departments for each issue. Prefers to purchase all rights, “but will negotiate.” Pays $20-$100. E-mail for their editorial calendar.
INTERNET GENEALOGY
Guidelines: http://internet-genealogy.com/author_notes.htm
This new magazine (it launched in 2006, and is published by Family Chronicle‘s publisher) appears bimonthly. Focuses on helpful articles for Web-related genealogy research. Seeks first world serial and electronic rights. Typically pays by the published page, minimum US$75/page.
Erika Dreifus is a Massachusetts-based writer whose family history articles have appeared in Ancestry, Family Chronicle, and Family Tree Magazine. Her genealogical research has also found its way into her short fiction on several occasions. Check out her free monthly newsletter, The Practicing Writer, at http://www.practicing-writer.com, and keep up with her Practicing Writing blog posts at http://practicing-writing.blogspot.com.
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Forest Green Rovers 0 Tranmere Rovers 2, 17/10/2015, New Lawn, National League. An advertising sign outside the New Lawn, home to Forest Green Rovers, prior to their match against Tranmere Rovers in the National League. The club is based in the village of Nailsworth in Gloucestershire and is owned by businessmen Dale Vince who doesn't allow meat products to be sold to supporters in the ground. The visitors from Merseyside won this game by 2-0 but the hosts remained top of the division. Photo by Colin McPherson.
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FC United of Manchester 8, Glossop North End 0, 28/10/2006. Gigg Lane, Bury, North West Counties League division one. Young fans holding up anti-racism banners before FC United of Manchester take on Glossop North End (blue shirts) in a North West Counties division one match at United's home stadium, Gigg Lane, home to Bury FC. The match was staged on People United Day, an event started in 1999 which brought together fans from across Europe to campaign against racism. FC United were formed in the summer of 2005 by supporters of Manchester United in response to the take over of their club by American millionaire Malcolm Glazer and his family. The club entered the football pyramid at the lowest level with the intention to climbing through the leagues. FCUM won the match 8-0, watched by 3257 spectators. Photo by Colin McPherson.
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Story The Serbo-Croat language group
The question of autonomy: the Croats caught between Vienna and Budapest
Blaho Bukovacs: Allegory of the links between Hungaria and Croatia, illustration, 1902
Copyright: Schloß Schönbrunn Kultur-und Betriebsges.m.b.H./Fotograf: Alexander E. Koller
Robert Auer: The Croatian capital Agram/Zagreb today, illustration, 1902
The Austro-Hungarian Compromise of 1867 heralded a new era, which brought about a complete change in the balance of power between the young nations in the Habsburg Monarchy. The Croats attempted to further develop their status in the multinational state.
Right after the Compromise between the Vienna government and the Magyar leaders, a Hungarian-Croatian accord was concluded in 1868. This was a necessary concession by the government in Budapest to the federalist demands of Croatia. The details of the compromise remained unclear, however. There were considerable differences in the interpretation of the treaty. While the Croats saw it as a unifying agreement between two countries, Hungary regarded it merely as a special arrangement by a semi-autonomous province within the Hungarian state.
The original demand by the Croatian parliament was for the complete internal autonomy of Croatia and Slavonia, which would be allied to Hungary only through a common king. In the long term, it also aimed at the possible unification of the entire Croat settlement area including Dalmatia and Istria, which belonged to the Austrian half of the empire, and Bosnia in the event of the incorporation of this Ottoman province that was being mooted at the time.
The Hungarians, however, offered only limited autonomy in domestic affairs, religion and education, while the economy, finance and transport were to remain in the hands of the government in Budapest. Complete autonomy for Croatia as a state was firmly rejected. The moderate majority in the Croatian Sabor finally felt compelled to accept this minimal variant, but were still able to claim success in having managed to achieve the introduction of Croatian as judicial and administrative language.
The radical Croat nationalists admitted defeat and withdrew to the Military Frontier, which did not answer administratively to Budapest but was administered centrally by the Ministry of War in Vienna. Numerous pockets of resistance were formed there by Croat and Serb separatists, who opposed the Hungarian state and state authority and kindled local rebellion. Budapest thereupon demanded the dismantling of the Military Frontier, a strategic relic, and its return to civilian control. This was gradually effected by 1881, since Vienna also wanted to prevent developments from becoming more radicalized.
The tensions between Croats and Magyars remained until the end of the Monarchy and regularly flared up around the unresolved questions regarding the interpretation of autonomy. Budapest suspected the Croats, rightly in some cases, of secretly working on the secession of its settlement areas from Hungary. The Croatian demands also served the central administration of the state in Vienna to thwart the Magyar nationalists. In this way the Croats were caught between Vienna and Budapest.
A political slogan in this context was ‘trialism’, the creation of a southern Slav state within the monarchy. The trialist solution, in which the Croats would have had a leading role, was most prominently supported around 1900 by heir to the throne Franz Ferdinand. The idea was to neutralize the attraction of a southern Slav state under Serbian leadership and also to weaken the position of the Magyars, who had benefited from the dualism hitherto. According to Franz Ferdinand, it should be accompanied by the strengthening of the central state power, which stood to profit most from this constellation.
Translation: Nick Somers
Gogolák, Ludwig: Ungarns Nationalitätengesetze und das Problem des magyarischen National- und Zentralstaates, in: Wandruszka, Adam/Urbanitsch, Peter (Hrsg.): Die Habsburgermonarchie 1848–1918, Band III: Die Völker des Reiches, Wien 1980, Teilband 2, 1207–1303
Rumpler, Helmut: Eine Chance für Mitteleuropa. Bürgerliche Emanzipation und Staatsverfall in der Habsburgermonarchie [Österreichische Geschichte 1804–1914, hrsg. von Herwig Wolfram], Wien 2005
Suppan, Arnold: Die Kroaten, in: Wandruszka, Adam/Urbanitsch, Peter (Hrsg.): Die Habsburgermonarchie 1848–1918, Band III: Die Völker des Reiches, Wien 1980, Teilband 1, 626–733
The Croats in the Habsburg Monarchy
‘Loyal rebels: the role of the Croats in the 1848 revolution
The Serbs in the Habsburg Monarchy
‘Serbs all and everywhere’: the Serb national programme
The Bosnians in the Habsburg Monarchy
Sharia under the Double Eagle: Austria-Hungary and the Bosnian Muslims
From Illyrism to Yugoslavism: competing concepts for a southern Slav nation
Friend or foe? The positions of the southern Slavs in the First World War
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“Viribus unitis” or prison of nations?
The multi-ethnic Austria-Hungary formed a relatively stable environment for the co-existence of the many ethnic communities. The much-vaunted “unity in diversity” was in fact overshadowed by numerous inequalities. This was illustrated above all in the differing weight of the various language groups involved in political and economic rule. These inequalities were increasingly challenged by the disadvantaged nationalities. As a result, the nationality issue dominated political affairs, leading to destabilisation of the Monarchy.
Creation of the Dual Monarchy of Austria-Hungary
Emperor Franz Joseph concluded the Compromise with Hungary.
Nation-building – national programmes and positions
Nation-building was part of the emancipation by large sections of the population from feudal dependence. In line with the ideals of the Enlightenment and French Revolution, the nation – understood as a community of free citizens – was to become the sovereign in place of feudal potentates.
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The East Coast remains an area that produces some of the world’s top talent in terms of rappers. In fact, some rappers from this region have gone on to become some of the most successful artists in the music industry; both in terms of their record sales and their earnings. Here are 20 of the top rappers from the East Coast of all-time. Big Pun is widely regarded as one of the greatest rappers of all-time. He was born as Christopher Lee Rios on November 10, 1971, in The Bronx, New York. He began his career in the underground hip-hop scene before emerging into the limelight during the early 1990s. He became the first Latino solo rapper to have an album certified platinum. At the beginning of his career, he predominantly supported other acts by featuring on their albums. These included Flesh-N-Bone .
Time Will Tell by Infest, released 03 August 2015 1. SaxWax 2. Glide 3. Between Air, Light And Sound 4. Our Last Walk 5. Morning Light 6. Tahnzim 7. Tauria 8. When We Disapear Time Will Tell captures the spirit of nineties drum and bass whilst adding a contemporary twist for life in the modern age. It's a wonderful combination of old and new, negative and positive. Whereas his debut LP Darkofi concentrated on dark days and paranoia Time Will Tell focuses on hope, optimism and happiness. Dr. Beaf The drum tracking and attention to detail on this album is brilliant and stands out above the rest, and the 'rest' is impressive too. Cracking gear if you like drum n bass exposing more cinematic/ambient themes than usual. I'm no audiophile but this sounds as good as gold.
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Vol 42: Book Notices
"Book Notices" is an article from The Pennsylvania Magazine of History and Biography, Volume 42 . View more articles from The Pennsylvania Magazine of History and Biography . View this article on JSTOR . View this article's JSTOR metadata . You may also retrieve all of this items metadata in JSON at the following URL: https://archive.org/metadata/jstor-20086343
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Vol 42: Notes and Queries
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Vol 42: Thomas Sully
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Vol 42: History of the Philadelphia and Lancaster Turnpike. The First Long Turnpike in the United States (continued)
Mar 19, 2013 by Landis, Charles I.
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Vol 42: Letters of Edward Burd (continued)
Mar 19, 2013 by Montgomery, Thomas Lynch
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Vol 12: Judge James Moore and Major James Moore, of Chester County, Pennsylvania
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Vol 42: Pennsylvania Pensioners of the Revolution (continued)
Mar 19, 2013 by Lane, A. H.
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Vol 12: Essay of an Onondaga Grammar, or a Short Introduction to Learn the Onondaga al. Maqua Tongue (concluded)
Mar 19, 2013 by Zeisberger, David
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Vol 12: Records of Christ Church, Philadelphia. Baptisms, 1709-1760
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Vol 12: A Narrative of the Transactions, Imprisonment, and Sufferings of John Connolly, an American Loyalist and Lieut. Col. in His Majesty's Service
Mar 19, 2013 by Connolly, John
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Vol 12: Robert Ibbetson
Mar 19, 2013 by Robins, Robert Patterson
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Vol 12: Registers of the Anglican Church in Pennsylvania Prior to 1800
Mar 19, 2013 by Conner, Philip Syng Physick
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Vol 12: The Life and Services of Joel R. Poinsett (concluded)
Mar 19, 2013 by Stillé, Charles J.
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Vol 12: Back Matter
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Vol 12: Muster-Rolls of Marines and Artillery Commanded by Capt. Isaac Craig, of Pennsylvania, in 1775 and 1778
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Vol 12: The Red Lion Inn
Mar 19, 2013 by Buck, William J.
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Vol 29: How the Site of Carlisle, Cumberland County, Penna., Was Purchased
Mar 19, 2013 by Cookson, Thomas
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Vol 29: Delaware Bible Records
Mar 19, 2013 by Turner, C. H. B.
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Vol 29: Washington's Household Account Book, 1793-1797
Mar 19, 2013 by Dandridge, Bartholomew
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Vol 29: A List of the Ffreeholders for the City and County of Burlington and in Each Respective Township Taken This 15th Day of April 1745
Mar 19, 2013 by Hunloke, Thomas
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Vol 29: Officers of the Historical Society of Pennsylvania
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Vol 29: The Quaker: A Drama in One Act
Mar 19, 2013 by von Kotzebue, August
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Mar 19, 2013 by J. G. R.
Vol 29: Register of St. Michael's Parish, Talbot County, Maryland, 1672-1704
Mar 19, 2013 by Leach, M. Atherton
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Vol 29: Volume Information
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Vol 29: Orderly Book Fourth Pennsylvania Battalion, Col. Anthony Wayne, 1776
Mar 19, 2013 by Wayne, Anthony
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Vol 29: The Narrative of Marie le Roy and Barbara Leininger, for Three Years Captives among the Indians
Mar 19, 2013 by Leininger, Barbara
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Vol 29: Some Selections from the "Peters Papers", in the Library of the Historical Society of Pennsylvania
Mar 19, 2013 by Cumming, William
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Vol 30: Journal of Isaac Zane to Wyoming, 1758
Mar 19, 2013 by Coates, Joseph H.
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Vol 30: Extracts from the Journal of Rev. Andreas Sandel, Pastor of "Gloria Dei" Swedish Lutheran Church, Philadelphia, 1702-1719 (continued)
Mar 19, 2013 by Sandel, Andreas
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Vol 30: Atkinson Families of Bucks County, Pennsylvania (continued)
Mar 19, 2013 by Hough, Oliver
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Vol 30: Account of Servants Bound and Assigned before James Hamilton, Mayor of Philadelphia (continued)
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Vol 30: Marriages from Squire Van Booskirk's Docket
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Vol 30: Pennsylvania Gleanings in Ireland
Mar 19, 2013 by Withington, Lothrop
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Vol 30: Washington's Household Account Book, 1793-1797 (continued)
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Vol 30: Frederika Baroness Riedesel
Mar 19, 2013 by Sinnickson, Lina
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Vol 30: The Wilson Portrait of Franklin; Earl Grey's Gift to the Nation
Mar 19, 2013 by Grey, Earl
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Vol 24: Du Coudray's "Observations on the Forts Intended for the Defense of the Two Passages of the River Delaware", July, 1777
Mar 19, 2013 by Coudray, Du
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Vol 24: The First German Newspaper Published in America
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Vol 24: A Synopsis of Pennsylvania History
Mar 19, 2013 by Keith, Charles P.
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Vol 24: A Letter of the Mother of Washington
Mar 19, 2013 by Washington, Mary
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May 18, 2018 | Airshow News
A WORLD War Two Lancaster bomber roared over Cardiff City Hall last night in memory of the 75th anniversary of the Dambuster raid and to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the RAF.
The flypast heralded the opening of the RAF100 Aircraft Tour with aircraft spanning the hundred years of the RAF displayed on the lawn in front of Cardiff City Hall as part of celebrations to mark the mark the service’s 100th year.
The Central Band of the Royal Air Force and the elite drill team of the RAF, The Queens Colour Squadron both performed at a Sunset Ceremony. Then followed a gala dinner in City Hall raising funds for the RAF100 Appeal.
Veterans, family members and Air Cadets were invited to see the aircraft in advance of the site opening to the public on Friday 18 May.
The event marked the start of the RAF100 Aircraft Tour which will visit five other cities across the UK.
A Spitfire and a Typhoon jet are among the aircraft on display over the coming weekend in the centre of Cardiff.
People can also see a First World War Sopwith Snipe fighter, a Harrier jump jet and a Wessex search and rescue helicopter.
Youngsters will also be able to try a range of science-based fun activities including virtual reality experiences and challenges with a flying theme.
School children from across South Wales have been specially invited to the see the aircraft and try out the science activities before the site opens to the public at 1100 on Friday 19 May.
To help make the aircraft exhibits come alive current trainee RAF pilots will re-enact the life of RAF pilots during the First World War and the Battle of Britain and be on hand to talk about the stories behind the machines.
Air Chief Marshal Sir Stephen Hillier, the Chief of the Air Staff, said: “Our 100th anniversary celebrations give us a unique platform from which to showcase the character of the RAF and the opportunities we offer. We want people across the UK to be inspired to find out more about why working in the RAF is so extraordinary and to realise that the world-class training and opportunities that we offer make it an outstanding place to learn, develop and progress. We want young people to be ambitious and realise their potential, so that we can continue to be a dynamic force for good across the nation and can continue to protect the nation, as we have done so successfully throughout our first one hundred years.”
The RAF’s senior officer in Wales, Air Commodore Adrian Williams, said: “As part of the RAF Centenary, it’s fantastic to welcome the RAF’s Static Exhibition to Cardiff this weekend. It will provide a fascinating snapshot of some of the RAF’s most famous aircraft over the last 100 years and I am sure the Welsh public will enjoy having a close look at them. As part of the exhibition, there will also be a number of additional displays and activities to engage young people in the importance of science, maths and engineering, which the RAF hopes will inspire them to do well in these subjects at school and perhaps develop this further in their future careers The RAF has very strong bonds with Wales over its 100 years, and the Welsh public have always been so supportive of what we do. I hope all our visitors have a really great experience with our Static aircraft Exhibition, which is part of a much bigger RAF 100 programme across Wales as a whole.”
Air Commodore Paul Higgins, RAF Benevolent Fund Chief of Staff, said: “This evening’s gala dinner was an excellent opportunity to remember all of those who have served in the RAF and we are grateful so many wonderful supporters have joined us to help raise vital funds for our charity. “The Royal Air Force Benevolent Fund exists to support all of those who have served in the RAF and their country, and has stood side-by-side with those personnel, past and present, and their dependants throughout the Service’s rich history.“
One of the RAF personnel attending the tour is Flight Sergeant Lyndon Griffiths is from Crymych in Pembrokeshire, he said: “I’m very proud as a Welshman and an airman to have the chance to celebrate the RAF anniversary in my capital city.
“I really hope people can take the chance to come down and learn more about the RAF and see the aircraft.”
Lyndon, who works in logistics, has served in the RAF for 32 years, nearly a third of its life, and now his son Scott, 24, is set to take up the baton and join the air force himself. “He’s starting officer training on 28 May – he’s joining the logistics branch – so he’ll be very much following a family tradition.” Lyndon, who has seen service in places like Kosovo, the Falklands, Afghanistan and Oman, added: “The RAF has given me the chance to see countries I never would have had the chance to see. “Apart from my day-to-day work, sport has been a highlight. I’ve played rugby for the RAF and now I referee, I did the Army v Navy match at Twickenham recently.”
Air Cadet Kitty Nunan, from Number 1344 (Cardiff) Squadron, said “I have been lucky enough to fly in many RAF aircraft but having these aircraft, representing 100 years of RAF history, in our own city centre is truly amazing”. Fellow Air Cadet Corporal Ioan Rowlands, who is studying Aircraft Engineering at Cardiff & Vale College said, “I really enjoyed the science and technology activities, especially virtual reality flying and the quadcopter challenge. I am going to tell all my friends to go this weekend”.
The RAF100 Aircraft Tour opens outside Cardiff City Hall at 1100 on Friday 18 May and is then open from 0900-1800 Saturday 19 and Sunday 20 May. Entrance is free.
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Parallel Parking Mindless AI Task for Self-Driving Cars: Time to Step It Up
By Dr. Lance B. Eliot, the AI Trends Insider
Most of us have at one time or another tried to parallel park our car and suffered the frustration and at times humiliation that we just could not seem to get the car into that desired space. Back and forth, trying over and over, meanwhile sometimes there is someone watching as we do so, such as pedestrians on the sidewalk or maybe a driver sitting behind you that is waiting for you to get out of their way and just finish that darned parallel parking job. It can be nail biting. Plus, though you aren’t willing to likely admit it, I am betting that you probably touched or bumped a car or two while trying to squeeze into a tight parallel parking space. You undoubtedly looked around to see if anyone spotted you doing so, and if not, quickly disembarked from your now parked car and pretended that you had not played bumper cars with strangers.
When you start out as a novice driver, the act of parallel parking seems incredibly difficult. Many teenage drivers that are careful about their driving will purposely avoid doing parallel parking. Those that don’t care about other cars are often eager to do parallel parking, tending to do so at a speed and manner that would make their parents become queasy if they knew that their teen driver was muscling their car this way. Elderly are prone to avoid doing parallel parking, partially due to the complexity, but also at times due to the twisting and contortions that as a driver you often need to do, looking backward and over your shoulder as you execute the maneuver. This can make anyone’s back and neck be sore, no matter what your age.
Does all of this indicate that parallel parking is a highly complex task? No. In fact, it is a relatively straightforward task. At least when considering the act of carrying out the formulaic parts of the parallel parking task. In a moment, we’ll walk through the tasks. As will be shown, this is pretty much a mindless kind of driving task. From an AI perspective, there’s not much involved. One might be cynical and say that you could train a monkey to parallel park. By this, I mean that the steps are routine, easily trained, repeatable, and requires almost no human judgment per se.
At the Cybernetics Self-Driving Car Institute, we are aiming at stepping up the parallel parking task in ways that do require human judgment and provide AI specialized software that goes far beyond today’s mindless AI used for parallel parking. If you enlarge your viewpoint of the scope of the parallel parking task, you’ll see that there are aspects today that are being omitted entirely by self-driving cars that have a so-called parallel parking capability, often called Auto Park or Active Park Assist.
First, what are the steps required to parallel park a car? We’ll make our scope narrow and then enlarge it after we’ve covered the basics of this all-to-common driving task.
Here’s what you are normally urged to do:
Pull alongside the lead parked car, allowing a 3-foot gap parallel between you and it
Align your back tires with the lead parked car’s rear bumper, halt
Go into reverse and before starting motion turn your wheels hard-right
Start into motion, backing up slowly, until you are at an angle of 45 degrees, halt
Now, while not in motion, turn your wheels hard-left
Continue slowly to back-up, until you are in the spot and parallel with the curb
If needed, move backward or forward to even out the space ahead and behind you
There are other ways to do parallel parking, but the above is well representative of the recommended approaches. If you’ve not ever had someone lay out the step-by-step approach, well, guess what, you now know formally how to do parallel parking. Many people were never schooled in how to do so. They learned by trial-and-error. Indeed, some never figured it out and so just chock up the whole thing to a magical method that they can’t seem to divine.
The truth be told, there is no magic involved. In the self-driving car industry, you find some that smirk at consumers that marvel at a car that is able to parallel park by itself. What magic! What a wondrous sight to see! The human driver takes their hands off the wheel, and with seemingly a robotic ghost driving the car, it smoothly works its way into a parallel parking space. This must be AI at its finest. Maybe this is a sign that we are soon on the verge of AI taking over the world. We are soon to be slaves of the AI systems that will rule us.
It’s a simple parlor trick. Just like watching a magician that makes a coin disappear and magically reappear, once you know the secret of the trick, you realize that there’s not much to it.
In this case, the self-driving car uses it sensors to detect that the car is in the right placement to start the parallel parking task. It can use the camera, LIDAR (see my column about LIDAR), or radar to measure the distance and identify the parked cars that are nearby. It is connected to the car’s controls such that it can accelerate and brake as needed, along with being able to turn the steering wheel. Following the above formulaic steps, it carries out those steps. One step, then another. Programmed easily. Indeed, it can do this in an exacting manner and without any emotion, which kind of helps. Human drivers sometimes doubt the approach and misbelieve that they are about to hit the parked car, when in fact there are inches to spare. The radar, camera, and LIDAR are not emotional about this and can make relatively accurate measurements and proceed in a coldly calculated manner.
Human drivers are rushed by another car that has come upon them and are waiting anxiously for you to get out of their way. Or, with pedestrians watching you, you are fearful they are going to record your actions and post it onto YouTube, wherein a million hits will arise of you fumbling to make that parallel parking job. Maybe you reverse too fast, or maybe you don’t turn the car wheel far enough. There are lots of ways that a sloppy or nervous human can mess up this procedure. Automation doesn’t get distracted by those aspects and in a rote manner carries out what it was programmed to do. I’ve somewhat discussed this in another piece that I wrote about self-driving cars and parking, so you might want to take a look at that column.
The ability to parallel park is gradually becoming a standard feature on most cars. The automation for it is easy to put into place, once you have the sensors on the car and the automation connected to the controls of the car. The software to do the parallel parking task is easy. It’s having the sensors and the controls to drive the car that are “harder” merely because of the cost of the hardware and its needing to be integrated into the car.
In fact, we now have car makers that are crowing about how their parallel parking feature is faster than someone else’s. One car maker says their car can parallel park in 1 minute. Another one says it can be done in 30 seconds. Now, we are inching our way down, and the latest benchmark seems to be 24 seconds. This is though really kind of not interesting from an AI viewpoint. Shaving a few seconds off of parallel parking is merely more of the same parlor trick. You can control how fast the car reverses and tweak the formulaic approach, but it is still the same mindless task.
Consumers were surveyed and asked whether they trust their car to do parallel parking (assuming that such a feature is available on their car). Interestingly, only about 25% said they would trust a car to parallel park. If the task is as routine as I claim, why aren’t more consumers convinced of the trustworthiness of the parallel parking capability of modern cars?
It could be that consumers are unsure of the formulaic aspects and believe that the task is complex, thus, they assume that the mental abilities of the automation must be quite high to be able to do the task. This makes sense since humans themselves find the task to be bedeviling, and so this carries over into their assumptions about what the automation has to do. Or, it could be that they have rarely seen or used the feature, and so the unknown aspects of whether it really works or not is causing consumers to be hesitant to believe that it works. Maybe after seeing the task done over and over by self-driving cars, humans will eventually believe that it is doable by the automation.
Another explanation has to do with the scope of the parallel parking automation. And, this goes toward my point earlier about how the scope is so constrained that we have taken the judgement out of the equation. Remember that I said earlier that this task is repeatable, simplistic, formulaic, and requires no judgment. Let’s enlarge the scope and see if those assumptions continue to hold true.
First, what happens when you initially even conceive of the idea that you might want to parallel park your car? You have reached a juncture where you want to park your car, and presumably there are no other viable choices other than doing a parallel parking action. In other words, you would have looked around, wherever you are, and determine that the only available parking spot, or at least the only most desirable spot, will require you to invoke parallel parking.
There aren’t any self-driving cars today that scan the surrounding area to try and detect where you can park your car, and then if identifying that the only viable parking spot requires parallel parking, opt to go into a parallel parking mode. Instead, you, the human driver of the car, need to first find such a spot. Furthermore, you, the human driver, need to drive the car to the spot and position the car into kind of just the right posture for it to then become engaged to do the parallel parking.
This is like having a child that can do only one thing and it is up to you as an adult to guide the child to the precise place that allows the child to perform their one magic trick. Unfortunately, this is not going to be sufficient for Level 5 self-driving cars, in the sense that a Level 5 is supposed to be able to do anything a human driver could do (see my column about the Richter scale of self-driving cars), and so requiring a human occupant to have to identify and then position the self-driving car is not going to work. We’ll need the AI to do this.
Next, even if the car is positioned in the right place, today’s parallel parking approaches do not take a look at see if the spot is a legally allowed parking space. Suppose there is a sufficient gap to park your car, but the curb is painted red. Today’s self-driving cars don’t realize this. What about a white painted curb, or a blue painted curb, or yellow, or green? We would want the AI to figure out whether this is a legal spot to park in. This also includes looking at the road signs (see my column on self-driving cars and road signs). There might be a road sign that says no parking in that spot between the hours of 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., and if it is currently noon then you might be inviting yourself into getting a parking ticket. Perhaps there’s a fire hydrant there and so you can’t park there. Etc.
Alright, let’s consider the next aspect, namely, suppose that the spot is blocking a driveway or the sidewalk. This is often a legal issue. Plus, even if in some cases legally allowed, there are some places that parking just doesn’t make sense because of the ire of others that park nearby. I’ve seen angry neighbors that had their driveway partially blocked on a busy July 4th weekend that then decided to run a straight edge along the pretty paint job on the outside of the car. I am not advocating taking the law into your hands, and just emphasizing that there are some spots that might seem viable due to the size of the spot, but there are lots of other considerations that need to be taken into account too.
Identifying the spot to park the car is usually done by simply measuring the gap between the two already parked cars (or, whatever else is serving as the bookends). A typical parallel parking automation will gladly try to fit into a sufficient sized spot, but suppose that someone has parked their bicycle in that same spot. Most of the existing systems don’t look for objects that might be in the spot already. There could be a person standing in the spot and trying to reserve it for their friend. Or suppose a child is standing in the spot and looking for their penny that they dropped onto the street near the curb. These obstructions are rarely looked for, and often if scanned for are only found once the self-driving car is already partially into the self-parking operation.
The only criteria being used currently by the automation involves adhering strictly to the formulaic steps, and then aiming to park as close to the curb as feasible, often ending up at a mere half inch away from the curb, and that the automation wants to keep to a minimum the number of maneuvers taken and the number of curb strikes encountered. This criteria is though not very human-like in many respects.
For example, parking a car within a half inch of the curb can be a bad thing to do. When you open the car door, it might brush against the curb. Or, the car door might swing open and hit a standing object on the sidewalk that is adjacent to the parking spot. Humans usually leave about 8 inches, partially by being lousy at parallel parking but also at times because it is more convenient when getting out of and into the car (and there are laws about how far away from the curb you can legally park, plus, how you turn the wheel depending upon whether you are parked on an incline). There are other instances where you purposely do park close to the curb, such as to avoid stepping into a puddle at the curb. These are aspects that a human driver would consider, and for which we should expect any robust AI to also consider.
Let’s revisit the earlier point about the aspect that surveys of consumers seem to indicate that they don’t trust a self-driving car to do parallel parking. This makes a lot of sense in that the existing parallel parking is being done essentially by a child. The automation is working in a routinized fashion and has no real smarts to it. Why would you trust this? Also, you, the human, need to do so much upfront work to get the car to the proper spot and make sure that it is clear and legal, you might as well finish the job yourself.
I’ve seen some car owners that show off the parallel parking automation to their friends, and then they opt to never use it again. It is one of those boastful features, but not a truly practical day-to-day feature. Of course, the proud car maker can brag about the feature and advertise it. This works to attract buyers of the car. Once the car is bought, the owner though realizes that it is another one of those fancy features that does not cut the mustard. There it then resides, unused. All because it is insufficient. At the Cybernetics Self-Driving Car Institute, we are developing an advanced parallel parking AI component that will make parallel parking into a smart capability and one that consumers will have faith that it can do the job. Drive safely out there.
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SA gin infused with elephant dung raising eyebrows
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MOSSEL BAY, South Africa (AP) The makers of a South African gin infused with elephant dung swear their use of the animal's excrement is no gimmick.
The creators of Indlovu Gin, Les, and Paula Ansley, stumbled across the idea a year ago after learning that elephants eat a variety of fruits and flowers and yet digest less than a third of it.
"As a consequence, in the elephant dung, you get the most amazing variety of these botanicals," Les Ansley said during a recent visit to their operations. "Why don't we let the elephants do the hard work of collecting all these botanicals and we will make gin from it?" he recalled his wife suggests.
Her idea came after a safari during which a wildlife ranger described an elephant's digestive process.
Weeks later, he said his wife woke him up in the middle of the night with the inspiration. "OK," I said sleepily. "Let's give this a bash. Let's see how it works out."
The first batch of elephant dung came by mail from the park where they had taken their safari. Then the couple, both scientists, puzzled for a while before working out the gin-making process.
Now they collect the dung themselves, using their bare hands.
They described the gin's flavor as "lovely, wooded, almost spicy, earthy" and one that changes subtly with the seasons and location.
The gin bottles are marked with the date and coordinates of where the elephant dung was collected. "So, you're able to compare almost different vintages of the gin," Ansley said.
After about five sizeable bags of dung are collected for a batch of 3,000 to 4,000 bottles of the gin, the droppings are dried and crumbled, then washed to remove dirt and sand. Eventually, only the remains of the fruits, flowers, leaves, and bark eaten by the elephants are left behind.
Those botanicals are then sterilized and dried again and placed in an airing cupboard. Think of it like a "spice cupboard," Ansley said. Eventually, the remains are infused in the gin.
The couple is not above testing the gin on friends before explaining its provenance. Even with an explanation in advance, they get raised eyebrows.
"The initial reaction of most people is, 'What? There's no way.' But most people are very keen to actually taste it," Ansley said. And once people hear about elephants' digestive process "it becomes a lot clearer to them, and they accept it very well."
They decided to name the gin Indlovu, which means elephant in the Zulu language. The couple did not say how much of the gin they have sold. A bottle sells for around 500 rand, or about $32.
The gin is often a hit with tourists seeking a unique souvenir and a story to tell when they return home, the couple said. With that in mind, the gin is sold in game lodges and duty-free shops in addition to regular online sales.
"I even touched the elephant dung, and being close to the animals are very majestic," said one South African visitor, Elsabe Hannekom. "So having a piece of them actually feels quite good. An export of the African experience, I would say."
After a sip, another guest, Jade Badenhorst, weighed in: "Interesting. Very tasty. Very nice. I didn't expect to be able to drink a gin smoothly."
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FEMA Grants Modernization: Improvements Needed to Strengthen Program Management and Cybersecurity, Apr 09, 2019
This post first appeared on GAO. Read the original article.
What GAO Found
Of six important leading practices for effective business process reengineering and information technology (IT) requirements management, the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) fully implemented four and partially implemented two for the Grants Management Modernization (GMM) program (see table). Specifically, FEMA ensured senior leadership commitment, took steps to assess its business environment and performance goals, took recent actions to track progress in delivering IT requirements, and incorporated input from end user stakeholders. However, FEMA has not yet fully established plans for implementing new business processes or established complete traceability of IT requirements.
Extent to Which the Federal Emergency Management Agency Implemented Selected Leading Practices for Business Process Reengineering and Information Technology (IT) Requirements Management for the Grants Management Modernization Program
Overall area rating
Ensure executive leadership support for process reengineering
Assess the current and target business environment and business performance goals
Establish plans for implementing new business processes
Establish clear, prioritized, and traceable IT requirements
Track progress in delivering IT requirements
Incorporate input from end user stakeholders
Legend: ●=Fully implemented, ◑=Partially implemented, ○=Not implemented.
Source: GAO analysis of Federal Emergency Management Agency documentation. | GAO-19-164
Until FEMA fully implements the remaining two practices, it risks delivering an IT solution that does not fully modernize FEMA’s grants management systems.
While GMM’s initial May 2017 cost estimate of about $251 million was generally consistent with leading practices for a reliable, high-quality estimate, it no longer reflects current assumptions about the program. FEMA officials stated in December 2018 that they had completed a revised cost estimate, but it was undergoing departmental approval. GMM’s program schedule was inconsistent with leading practices; of particular concern was that the program’s final delivery date of September 2020 was not informed by a realistic assessment of GMM development activities, and rather was determined by imposing an unsubstantiated delivery date. Developing sound cost and schedule estimates is necessary to ensure that FEMA has a clear understanding of program risks.
Of five key cybersecurity practices, FEMA fully addressed three and partially addressed two for GMM. Specifically, it categorized GMM’s system based on security risk, selected and implemented security controls, and monitored security controls on an ongoing basis. However, the program had not initially established corrective action plans for 13 medium- and low-risk vulnerabilities. This conflicts with the Department of Homeland Security’s (DHS) guidance that specifies that corrective action plans must be developed for every weakness identified. Until FEMA, among other things, ensures that the program consistently follows the department’s guidance on preparing corrective action plans for all security vulnerabilities, GMM’s system will remain at increased risk of exploits.
Why GAO Did This Study
FEMA, a component of DHS, annually awards billions of dollars in grants to help communities prepare for, mitigate the effects of, and recover from major disasters. However, FEMA’s complex IT environment supporting grants management consists of many disparate systems. In 2008, the agency attempted to modernize these systems but experienced significant challenges. In 2015, FEMA initiated a new endeavor (the GMM program) aimed at streamlining and modernizing the grants management IT environment.
GAO was asked to review the GMM program. GAO’s objectives were to (1) determine the extent to which FEMA is implementing leading practices for reengineering its grants management processes and incorporating needs into IT requirements; (2) assess the reliability of the program’s estimated costs and schedule; and (3) determine the extent to which FEMA is addressing key cybersecurity practices. GAO compared program documentation to leading practices for process reengineering and requirements management, cost and schedule estimation, and cybersecurity risk management, as established by the Software Engineering Institute, National Institute of Standards and Technology, and GAO.
What GAO Recommends
GAO is making eight recommendations to FEMA to implement leading practices related to reengineering processes, managing requirements, scheduling, and implementing cybersecurity. DHS concurred with all recommendations and provided estimated dates for implementing each of them.
For more information, contact Carol C. Harris at (202) 512-4456 or harriscc@gao.gov.
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RICS says the sale of buy to let properties dropped sharply when the additional homes stamp duty surcharge was imposed on April 1, on top of which 86 per cent of landlords say they have no plans to increase rental portfolio this year – and possibly for the next five years.
RICS claims that by 2025 there will be 1.8m more households will be looking to rent. This follows more than a doubling in the number of UK households renting property from 2.3m in 2001 to 5.4m in 2014.
“We urge the Prime Minister to abandon David Cameron’s previous home ownership focus and reverse April’s stamp duty measures in order to address short term rental supply issues” says a statement from RICS.
The association says that in addition to those measures to help individual buy to let landlords, the government should encourage institutional build to rent too, with pension funds incentivised with tax breaks to build large scale rental properties with affordable elements.
Additionally, local authorities holding brownfields sites should be encouraged to release land for such properties, RICS says.
“Our latest figures show that there has been a 15 per cent decline in house sales to first time buyers over recent months. That tells us that for all the rhetoric, David Cameron and George Osbourne’s Starter Homes Strategy failed to get off the ground” says Jeremy Blackburn, RICS’ UK head of policy.
“The private rented sector became a scapegoat under the previous Prime Minister, and because of that it suffered. Yet with increasingly unaffordable house prices, the majority of British households will be relying on the rental sector in the future. We must ensure that it is fit for purpose, and the government must put in place the measures that will allow the rental sector to thrive. Any restrictions on supply will push up rents, marginalising those members of society who are already struggling” he claims.
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Countryside Alliance Executive Chairman Resigns from Lead Ammunition Work Group
Ammoland Inc. Posted on May 28, 2015 November 10, 2015 by Ammoland
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Ireland –-(Ammoland.com)- Last week I had cause to resign from the Lead Ammunition Group (LAG).
I did not take this action lightly but did so in protest at abuses of process and evidence that I feel render the group’s work so flawed it can never reach any scientific conclusions.
The LAG was set up under the Labour Government in 2010 at the behest of the Wildfowl and Wetlands Trust and the RSPB, on the back of [questionable] scientific evidence from America.
The purpose of the group was to advise Defra on any risks to wildlife, human health and livestock from the use of lead ammunition, and how to mitigate them. It has not yet produced a report. As Executive Chairman of the Countryside Alliance, I have served on the LAG since 2013, representing the shooting community.
The Chairman, John Swift, circulated a draft Lead Ammunition Group Report in April which the majority of the group had no part in drafting. That document is very far from a reflection of the LAG’s discussions and draws incorrect conclusions from that evidence which the LAG has agreed. More seriously, many of those conclusions are based on evidence that the LAG has simply not agreed and were presented to the rest of the group as a fait accompli.
I submitted a total of 172 detailed comments of evidence and process on the Chairman’s draft report, highlighting the number of flaws I believe to be present. With this and the overall negativity of the report in mind, I cannot continue to serve as the representative of the shooting community on the LAG. I have a profound disagreement with the way the process has been conducted.
Be assured, however, that neither I nor the Countryside Alliance will be walking away from this issue. Given the failure of the LAG process we will be consulting with the shooting community, other representative shooting groups and public bodies as to the best way to proceed.
You can read my letter of resignation in full here. Read Shooting Times' report here.
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Thank God for Sir Barney, One man that can come out of this with his head held high. BASC are trying to now distance themselves for the Lead Ammunition Group by removed the BASC tag from John Swift as chairman of the group and now they remove their logo from the LAG web site. Oh some we say BASC are not involved in the LAG any more since John Swift retired as CEO of BASC. Lets look at this, BASC CEO is made chairman of the group, Dr Harradine of BASC is on the risk assessment sub-group, they also run… Read more »
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The Air National Guard as we know it today -- a separate reserve component of the United States Air Force -- was a product of the politics of postwar planning and interservice rivalry during World War II. The men who planned and maneuvered for an independent postwar Air Force during World War II didn't place much faith in the reserves, especially the state-dominated National Guard.
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Promoting Democracy, Reinforcing Authoritarianism: US and European Policy in Jordan
Schütze, Benjamin
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Appearing against the backdrop of Jordan's remarkable levels of authoritarian stability and accounting for Jordan being one of the highest recipients of US and European 'democracy promotion' funding, Promoting Democracy, Reinforcing Authoritarianism examines what external 'democracy promoters' actually do when they promote democracy. By examining why Jordanian authoritarianism is so stable, not despite but in part because of external attempts at 'democracy promotion', Benjamin Schuetze demonstrates the depth of Orientalist attitudes among 'democracy promoters'. In highlighting the undermining of democratic values as they become circumscribed by the free market and security concerns, Schuetze suggests that although US and European policy in Jordan comes under the cloak of a universal morality which claims the surmounting of authoritarianism as its objective, its effect is not that different to traditional modes of imperial support for authoritarian regimes. As a result, this is a vivid illustration of what greater US and European policy presence in the Global South really means.
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You and your partner
Mom-tested tips on involving your partner in your pregnancy
By Nancy Montgomery
Although you're the one literally bearing the weight of your pregnancy, maybe you'd like your partner to share the emotional weight of being an expectant parent.
BabyCenter moms share their tips on keeping your partner tuned in to your pregnancy.
Focus on the belly
"I encourage my husband to talk to and touch my belly. The baby moves a lot when my husband massages my back. This arrangement works out well for me, too."
"I encourage him to talk to the baby. He works out of town during the week, so now he talks to my belly by phone."
"Since my skin has been really dry as a combination of the winter and my pregnancy, I've been getting him involved by having him put the tummy butter on me. It's a small thing, but I find that it helps increase the intimacy, and it's a regular reminder of the pregnancy."
"I encourage my husband to speak to the baby in Japanese – his native language. With any luck, the baby will recognize his voice and maybe even be bilingual!"
Check out BabyCenter moms proudly showing off their pregnant bellies.
"We are Star Wars geeks, so [my partner] approaches my belly and says with a sweet voice, 'Hello, baby! Hello! Can you hear me? This is my voice!' Then he changes his tone to Darth Vader's voice and adds, 'I am your father!'"
"My husband was already involved, but I threw him a 'you're gonna be a dad!' party anyway. I made him a little book, which included quotes from all the guests about why he'll be a great daddy, and presented him with a Baby Bjorn. He loved it!"
"My husband didn't want to read anything. Then a friend of mine gave him this book called What to Expect When You're Expected. It's a play on What to Expect When You're Expecting, but it's a parody written from the fetus' point of view. He couldn't stop reading it and would laugh out loud over and over. In fact, he was reading it to me at one appointment, and when my doctor came in [the exam room], we were laughing so hard I was snorting."
"With our first child, we played kick the can: I'd put a can on my stomach, and we'd watch it move [when the baby kicked]."
"I put my belly next to his face and say, 'Someone wants to say hello.' He also sings to the baby all the time since I put him in charge of introducing the baby to rock and roll."
Use gadgets and visual aids to make it more real
"We just purchased a device [to listen to the baby's heartbeat]. Although we haven't heard anything yet, we listen each night."
"Tools always help. My husband just bought a new watch so he can time contractions."
"My husband is deployed, so I bought him two books: one on pregnancy and one about the first year. I tell him what happens during my appointments and show him pictures of my growing belly and printouts from the ultrasound. I also use a Doppler when I videotape my belly, so he can hear the heartbeat."
"I think it helps my husband to have a visual image of the baby, so each week I give him an update comparing its size to a common object, like a peanut or a sweet potato."
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"I have a day-by-day pregnancy journal, and every night before bed we take out the journal and read about what went on with our babies that day. It's nice to read it together."
"My sweetie reads aloud from The Lord of the Rings. It's something he enjoys, and the baby gets to know his daddy's voice."
"I bought a book called Eating for Pregnancy. It has great recipes for pregnant women, and we have fun trying them out on the weekends."
"When I first found out I was pregnant I got him a couple of books, My Boys Can Swim! and Mack Daddy: Mastering Fatherhood. He put them in the bathroom and finished reading both of them in about a week. He loved them! And he said it meant a lot that I found something that was just for him."
"I bought My Pregnancy Week by Week and got him the father version. That way, we read before going to bed and share info that we each learn with each other."
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"I've been enlisting his help coming up with possible names. It's fun, but unfortunately we don't agree on many of them."
"When I'm looking at baby things, I share images and links with him frequently so he can give his input."
"If it's a boy, I am having my husband choose the middle name after someone in his family. If it's a girl, I will choose a middle name after one of my family members."
"I let my husband be in charge of picking the baby's name (after he and I decided on a list of names we could both live with). He now knows the baby's name but won't tell me what it is. It's like they already have a little father-son secret to share."
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Adjust your expectations
"It's hard for my husband to feel as connected as [I do] to the baby in my womb. Still, I get him to watch and touch my belly when the baby's moving."
"My husband isn't a lotion-rubbing kind of guy, and he says he feels stupid talking to my stomach. The important thing isn't him bonding with my belly but bonding with me. We have a date night every weekend, and he comes to all my doctor's appointments. He's very excited for our baby's arrival."
"Let's be honest: Some men enjoy pregnancy, and some don't. If they don't, that doesn't mean they aren't going to be good dads. Accept your baby's father as he is and love him unconditionally. Unconditional love is what makes a good family."
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Amy Name Meaning & Origin
Pronunciation: AY-mee (key)
Origin of the name Amy:
Derived from the Middle English Amye, which is from the Old French Aimee (beloved), a name derived from the verb aimer (to love).
From A World of Baby Names by Teresa Norman.
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Japan in WW2
Earthquake in Japan 2011
How would a Japan tsunami affect the US?
It depends on where it hits. In 1965 when there was an earthquake in Alaska northern CA and Oregon experienced a tsunami. The city of Eureka, CA had it hit and wash out docks, boats, and other things along the coast there.
Asked in Japan, Earthquakes
Can a Japanese earthquake affect US?
Yes, An earthquake in Japan can result in a tsunami that impacts Hawaii, Guam, Alaska or the US west coast
Asked in Geography, Coastlines, Tsunamis, Atlantic Ocean
How does a tsunami affect Canadians?
its simple it disent affect us whatsoever
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Would it affect us if the Pacific plate split and how?
This would create an earthquake, and a subsequent tsunami that would destroy much of the west coast and southern Alaska.
Asked in Tsunamis
When was the last tsunami that hit the US?
The last tsunami to hit the US was in March 2011. The same tsunami that hit Japan also caused damage in Hawaii and along the U.S. West Coast. One person in California was killed.
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Where can you get a Goku super saiyan toy?
in the US please the only thing the US sells are cards, if you want a toy you're going to have to go to Japan or China ( I would choose China because Japan is in no condition to sell toys after the Earthquake and Tsunami
Asked in World War 2, US in WW2, Japan, Hiroshima and Nagasaki Atomic Bombings
Why did the US help rebuild Japan after World War 2?
United States wanted to be friend with Japan and trade with them. That is why they rebuild Japan, and Japan have a high level of economy, so it would affect the global economy
Asked in Tsunamis, Natural Disasters
Where was there a tsunami in the US?
Well the one that hit Japan hit Hawaii as well as California, Oregon, Washington as well as Alaska.
Asked in Pearl Harbor
How did the attack on Pearl Harbor affect the US socially?
Japan made enemies in the US.
Asked in Length and Distance, Japan
Distance from Japan to US and UK to US which one is shorter?
That would be from Japan to US, (Alaska to Hokkiado).
Asked in United States of America, Japan, Tsunamis
What steps have Japan and the US taken to defend against tsunamis?
Both countries have tsunami warning systems and rescue teams/efforts.
Asked in Oceanography, Tsunamis
Where in the US would a tsunami most likely occur?
On the west coast California
Asked in Economics
What country affect the us economy?
All countries affect the US Economy in some measure, but particularly Japan, Britain, Canada and Mexico.
Asked in Japan, Earthquake in Japan 2011
Was the US impacted by the Japan tsunami?
Several U.S. harbors were declared disaster areas, as the tsunami not only ripped boats from their moorings, but ripped the docks free as well. Only one person in the U.S. has a death attributable to the tsunami, a man who decided to try to photograph the tsunami from a sandbar near the mouth of the Klamath River.
What can the tsunami do to us?
the tsunami can take us really deep and long into the sea and there are really very less chances to escape and we"l die in tsunami
You mean really they dont have any warning for a tsunami in any state but the us?
This is not true. There has been a warning system for tsunamis in place around the entire Pacific Ocean since the 1940s. In fact, Japan is probably even better prepared for a tsunami than the US is. More recently, a tsunami warning system was created in the Indian Ocean.
Asked in History of Japan
How did US occupation affect Japan?
The U.S. forces stationed in Japan were reliant on petroleum, and this led to Japanese reliance on oil.
Asked in Pearl Harbor, Japan in WW2
What happens if the us didn't attack the japan?
it is possible that Canada and the us would be controlled by Germany and japan
Asked in US Presidents, Japan, Atomic Bombs
President Truman reason for dropping the atomic bomb in Japan?
The US and Japan were at war, and Japan had refused to surrender. If the US invaded Japan, it was estimated that more than 1 million US service members would be killed, and several million Japanese would die. Japan was advised that the US had a new weapon, but would not surrender. After being bombed twice, they surrendered.
Asked in Prehistoric Animals
How would mammoths affect us if they were alive today?
it would affect us by crushing us and our home.but that would be cool if we could ride one. and kinda scary!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
What are the places a tsunami happens in the us?
A tsunami happens most often at Hawaii.
Asked in World War 2, Japan in WW2, US in WW2
What would japan trade to the US during world war 2?
during WW2, there was no trade between Japan and the US
Asked in War and Military History, Japan in WW2, US in WW2, Atomic Bombs
Why did the US drop the second nuclear bomb on Japan?
Because Japan had not surrendered yet. There was also a danger that Japan would surrender to Russia as opposed to the US.
Could there be a tsunami in US?
Yes, of course there could be. The US has to large oceans surrounding it so it would be very easy for it to happen.
How did US occupation affect Japan during World War 2?
US occupation did NOT affect Japan DURING the war, but after it, since the war ended with the occupation of Japan. So, the occupation denied Japan of many soldiers, military facilities etc, rendering it quite useless militarily. Afterwards, the US made immigration to and from Japan easier, enriching both countries. That is what happened in most sectors, technology, science, industry, the American 'way' was introduced, while Japan developed on these principles.
Asked in World War 2, Japan in WW2
How did Okinawa affect World War 2?
It certainly convinced US war planners that any attack on mainland Japan would be costly in terms of American lives.
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US share of booming art market grows
New York has firmly reinforced its status as the capital of the global art market with a 25% growth in the value of US sales last year.
Ivan Macquisten
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One of the key findings of the latest TEFAF Art Market Report, it also revealed that in a year that saw an 8% rise in the value of the worldwide market as a whole, the global total reached €47.4 billion, just under the €48bn record achieved in 2007.
However, the report, titled The TEFAF Art Market Report 2014 - The Global Art Market with a focus on the US and China, shows that while the US share of the market rose 5% to 38%, the next two biggest players did not fare so well. China's share rose 2% to 24%, but the UK saw its share fall 3% to 20%.
Meanwhile, the European Union as a whole (including the UK) saw a 3% drop to 32%.
The TEFAF report, the most eagerly awaited statistical review of the international art market, is commissioned by The European Fine Art Foundation and launched each year at their Maastricht fair, which opened last week.
Its author, cultural economist Dr Clare McAndrew of Arts Economics, attributed much of the US resurgence in 2013 to Post-War and Contemporary art, which saw an 11% growth in values.
"The latter reached its highest-ever auction sales total of €4.9bn as significant record prices were paid for artists such as Francis Bacon, Roy Lichtenstein and Andy Warhol," she said.
The report also shows that the growth in market value outstripped the increase in the volume of transactions, underlining the importance of higher-priced works to the market.
"After recovering strongly in 2010, the global art market has experienced mixed performance within different sectors and between nations," said Dr McAndrew.
"The much more moderate growth in sales over the last three years reflects the fact that different areas of the market have been recovering at different rates. Some sectors and individual businesses have reached peaks well in excess of those achieved in 2007, while others are still struggling to regain momentum."
The report looks in detail at the art and antiques markets in the United States and China. It says that the American market has doubled in value to €18bn since 2009, with Post-War and Contemporary art accounting for 59% of the value of US sales.
The report also shows that although growth has slowed in China, it remains the most important of all the newer markets with a turnover of €11.5bn in 2013. Chinese paintings and calligraphy are the largest sector with 56% of the market by value.
However, non-payment by winning bidders at auction remains a persistent problem, with only 56% of lots at Mainland Chinese auction houses being paid for within six months.
Meanwhile, online art and antiques sales in 2013 were estimated conservatively at more than €2.5bn, or about 5% of the market, with a projected growth rate of at least 25% per annum.
Copies of the report at €20 each, excluding postage, can be ordered through www.tefaf.com under 'Shop'.
An e-version of the report will be published later this month.
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News & Videos Stemme debuts S12 motor glider
Stemme debuts S12 motor gliderStemme debuts S12 motor glider
Wing dihedral improves stabilityWing dihedral improves stability
July 26, 2016 By Mike Collins
The Stemme Twin Voyager S12 motorglider is making its U.S. debut at EAA AirVenture. The new model represents an evolution of Stemme’s S10, with several significant enhancements to the previous design.
AirVenture attendees look at the Stemme S12 motorglider's cockpit. A Stemme dealership representative holds a propeller blade in the extended position; the blades retract when the engine is shut off.
Stemme, a German manufacturer located near Berlin, unveiled the S12 prototype at the 2015 Aero Friedrichshafen aviation exhibition. The European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) granted type certification for the model in March 2016. The high-performance glider has a wingspan of 25 meters—or 82 feet—and a glide ratio of 1:53. Its unique folding propeller retracts into the nose when the aircraft is gliding. Stemme said it already has more than 20 orders in hand.
“With the S12 we have further refined the original Stemme idea and offer pilots two complete aircraft in one,” said Paul Masschelein, CEO of Stemme AG. “The S12 delivers the comfortable travel of a powered aircraft along with the pure adventure of gliding. Many intensive discussions with powered and glider pilots alike show us that with the Twin Voyager we have exactly met the needs of many pilots.”
“It’s been a real joy to fly this thing,” said Wes Chumley, of U.S. dealer Stemme USA. He flew the S12 from Columbia, South Carolina, to Miami, then to San Francisco, and then to Oshkosh, Wisconsin. “I spent a lot of that time soaring,” he added.
New wing geometry includes more dihedral near the wing tips. “It seems to make the airplane fly a lot more nicely, especially in glider mode,” Chumley said, adding that it’s more stable, especially at high angles of bank, and the nose doesn’t hunt like the S10’s sometimes does.
Other changes from the S10 include an aft baggage compartment with a 44-pound capacity, two additional storage compartments in the cockpit, a wider and slightly deeper instrument panel with a panel-mounted GPS receiver, electric trim, and a landing-gear stance that’s six inches wider to accommodate the longer wing. Also, Stemme will offer a Dynon autopilot option. “This will be the first non-TSO'd autopilot certified in a certified aircraft,” Chumley said. “I know that a lot of manufacturers are watching this certification process. Making an autopilot work on a 25-meter wing is not a trivial thing.”
The S12 also has provisions for water ballast in its tail, which allows the aircraft’s center of gravity to be moved aft—especially helpful when two large people are in the cockpit. “S10 owners have asked for water ballast for a long time,” he said.
Stemme’s goal with the airplane is to create a touring motor glider that is a good combination between airplane and glider. “This is really just an evolution of the S10 design. The main difference is that as a high-performance glider, this flies nicer.”
Chumley said the S12 really has two flying modes—traveling, when you’re under continuous power, and soaring. The airplane cruises at 140 knots true airspeed at 10,000 feet, he said; Chumley frequently flies at 12,500 feet when going cross-country. It has a range of 945 nautical miles.
The FAA has completed certification flight testing for the S12, and the company expects certification sometime next year. Fully equipped, the new model is priced at $369,000, which includes delivery to the United States. By comparison, the S10 costs about $8,000 less, depending on options selected. Chumley said Stemme USA’s first S12 is expected in September, and that it can be flown as an experimental pending completion of its FAA certification.
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Limiting opioids in ERs can leave some sickle cell patients in pain
Gabrielle Masson - Friday, January 3rd, 2020 Print | Email
Amid a national opioid crisis, some hospitals have changed how they administer pain medication, a move some say can leave sickle cell patients suffering, according to NPR.
About 100,000 people nationwide suffer from a group of genetic conditions called sickle cell disease. However, the opioid epidemic has prompted some hospitals to modify how opioid pain medications are administered to sickle cell patients with severe pain.
The emergency department at Athens, Ga.-based St. Mary's Hospital, for example, changed its treatment process a few months ago for patients frequently suffering from pain. Previously, physicians gave hydromorphone injections, but now they dilute the shot with an IV drip.
"It's like you're getting small drips of pain medicine. It's like torture," India Hardy, a sickle cell patient at St. Mary's, told NPR. She filed a complaint with the hospital, but told NPR no changes have been made yet.
The hospital is trying to balance pain treatment with the risk of opioid addiction, St. Mary's staff told NPR.
"We have given sickle cell patients a pass [with the notion that] 'They don't get addicted' — which is completely false," said Troy Johnson, MD, an emergency medicine specialist at St. Mary's.
Other experts questioned the hospital's new policy. It's more common to give patients direct "pushes" of pain medication via injection, not slower IV drips, Biree Andemariam, MD, CMO of the Sickle Cell Disease Association of America, told NPR.
National guidelines say physicians should adjust levels of opioids as needed "until pain is under control per patient report," according to NPR.
Nearly 30 percent of US opioid-poisoning cases occur among children
Treating newborns exposed to opioids cost US hospitals $572M+ in 2016
New National Academies opioid guidelines aim to make prescribing more consistent
Verily planning $5M expansion of tech-based opioid treatment initiative
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Larger View Beer Is Proof God Loves Us: Reaching for the Soul of Beer and Brewing
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Legendary beer expert Charlie Bamforth presents the most compelling social history of beer ever written: where it's come from, and where it's headed. From centuries-old cultural values to radical new approaches, craft brewing to globalization, it's an amazing story. Bamforth tells it all�with humor, behind-the-scenes insight, and sheer joy!
"A delightful book that not only reaches the soul of brewing but also tells us much about the soul and humanity of the author. Bamforth skillfully weaves a holistic and philosophical story about our complex society and the positive role that beer has, does, and will play in it. It is a joy to read and will leave the reader refreshed in mind and soul."
---Simon Jackson, Executive Director, Institute of Brewing and Distilling, London, England
� "A heartfelt account of beer that reads as though I'm sitting at a pub table across from the �Beer Professor' himself as he reveals personal tales and experiences over many pints of beer. A concise snapshot of the world of beer�past, present, and future. Remarkable insight into the behind-the-scenes world of beer."
---Charlie Papazian, Author of Complete Joy of Homebrewing; President, Brewers Association (USA); and Founder, Great American Beer Festival
� Don't just drink beer: Experience it. All of it.
� Discover the extraordinary culture and history of brewing: the remarkable craft that reaches back before written history. Visit legendary British pubs now fading sadly into memory�and the craft breweries, corporate boardrooms, and home brewers that are the new future of beer. Learn how to tell a great beer from a good one�find surprising new research on beer and human health�uncover beer in the Bible (and other unlikely places)�and discover divinity and transcendence in your very next brew.
� Yes, there's more to beer than you ever imagined: It is the most complex, subtle, and remarkable beverage humans have ever created. Its story deserves to be told with love and passion. Charles W. Bamforth brings all that, plus a lifetime of brewing knowledge and wisdom. Read his book, and you'll agree with Benjamin Franklin's apocryphal quote: Beer truly is proof that God loves us.
• From Bangkok's Singha to the Sierra Nevadas
• How institutional investing, indexing, and efficient markets theory promote herding�
• Secrets of foam, color, clarity, and freshness
• From the bottle inward: the makings of a great brew�
• Discovering the "Slow Beer" movement
• Traditional brewers, true beer culture, and real heritage�
• God in a glass: the spiritual dimensions of beer
• Experiencing the magnificence of transformation and deliverance
Charles W. Bamforth has been in the brewing industry for 32 years, including 13 years in research, 11 in academia, and 8 with the famed brewing company Bass. After an international search, he was selected as UC Davis' first Anheuser-Busch Endowed Professor of Malting and Brewing Sciences. Throughout his diverse career, he has embraced every dimension of beer, from raw materials and processing, through quality, to beer's impact on the body. This makes him unique among "beer people" worldwide. He has published many research papers in the peer-reviewed domain, but also those targeted at the layperson, seeking to engage awareness and debate about beer as a product and as part of social fabric. This is his ninth book on beer (one of his earlier ones is in its third edition), and he is generally considered to be one of the world's leading writers and speakers on beer, from an authoritative, but also humorous and engaging, perspective. In recent years his major research thrust has been on the wholesomeness and public perception of beer.
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Daniel Cooper: On the Ebola frontline at the Kerry Town Treatment Unit in Sierra Leone
At a time when public and media interest is waning, the West African Ebola epidemic shows no signs of ending. With Guinea and Sierra Leone still reporting new cases on a weekly basis, hopes of Liberia being declared Ebola free have been dashed with five new cases reported last week.
Despite the relatively small number or new infections in Sierra Leone, when compared to this time last year, the arrival of the rainy season and cross-border travel from Guinea are proving thorns in the side of the British Government-led Ebola response.
The Department for International Development (DFID) funded and military-run Kerrytown Treatment Unit (KTTU) has acted as backstop for expatriate and national healthcare workers alike since November 2014. As the MOD reached the end of their involvement at KTTU (the army are still heavily involved in central coordination of the response) DFID have contracted the running of the unit to Aspen Medical. Having been involved in the Ebola response since November 2014 in 2 separate NGO led Ebola Treatment units, and now as part of the Aspen Medical team, I have experienced both sides of what the unit can offer. I am in little doubt that the potential for the presence of international and NHS staff in Sierra Leone would take a huge hit without the security of high-level care at KTTU.
Notwithstanding the potential for prompt and high-level care, coupled with rapid repatriation offered to international workers, the unit offers the unique ability to offer a “western” standard of care to the heroic Sierra Leonean healthcare workers. I don’t use heroic lightly, the majority of national staff have been working tirelessly and with enormous dedication since the start of the outbreak – without a break, at enormous risk and whilst watching their own families and communities decimated.
The clinical team at the unit have collectively seen and treated several hundred Ebola patients. With clinicians experienced in infectious diseases, anaesthetics, intensive care and nephrology, KTTU can offer an unrivalled level of expertise and resources to Sierra Leonean healthcare workers infected with this deadly disease. With the mainstay of clinical management being intensive fluid resuscitation and electrolyte management, it could be argued that nephrology and ICU are the ideal specialities to accompany infectious diseases in the care of Ebola patients.
Being involved in the team to continue and develop the work done by the MOD is a real honour and a privilege. Hopefully the reassurance offered by the presence of KTTU will encourage the national and international response to continue until West Africa achieves the goal of zero cases.
Daniel Cooper is a specialist registrar in nephrology and internal medicine in the UK, currently on a three year OOPE to pursue humanitarian and international work. Initially deployed as an NHS volunteer, Daniel has spent the past seven months working with NGOs treating Ebola patients. He is now part of the Aspen Medical team running the DFID-funded Kerry Town Treatment Unit.
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Dearborn, Michigan
Dymaxion House
The only surviving prototype for Buckminster Fuller's house of the future.
Dymaxion House Sascha Pohflepp/Flickr (Creative Commons)
Inside the Dymaxion House Nic Redhead/Flickr (Creative Commons)
Inside the Dymaxion House David Wilson/Flickr (Creative Commons)
Dymaxion House in Wichita, Kansas in 1949 Wichita-Sedgwick County Historical Museum (Wichita-Sedgwick County Historical Museum)
The exterior of the Dymaxion House at the Henry Ford Museum in Dearborn, Michigan (United States). Michael Barera (Atlas Obscura User)
Innovator and thinker Buckminster Fuller had a vision for a future where housing would be affordable, sturdy, and self-sufficient. His prototype for this future was the Dymaxion House, part of his “dymaxion” line of inventions.
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Edison's Last Breath at the Henry Ford Museum
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Inspired by his 1927 idea for a mass produced house, the Dymaxion House built in 1946 in Wichita, Kansas, was meant to be easily shipped and constructed. It utilized surplus material from World War II, namely aluminum, and could withstand a Kansas tornado. It’s considered one of the most cost-effective houses ever designed as its 1,100 square feet with two bedrooms had a greywater system to reduce water use, and was heated and cooled naturally, all costing about the same as a nice car. Due to its material it required little maintenance, and a downdraft ventilation from the central support even cut down the need for vacuuming.
Yet despite all these things going for it, the little metal house never caught on. In 1991, this sole Dymaxion House prototype was donated to the Henry Ford Museum in Michigan, which also houses such scientific wonders as Edison’s Last Breath. It then underwent an eight year restoration before going on display in 2001, and in 2013 another conservation project was started to maintain Fuller’s vision of a better designed world.
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Dearborn, Michigan, 48124
Allen Park, Michigan
Uniroyal Giant Tire
The 80 foot tire which looms over Michigan's I-94 was once a Ferris wheel in the New York World Fair.
The Museum of Interesting Things
A hands-on traveling collection of the innovative devices of yesteryear.
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Dymaxion Car at the National Automobile Museum
The only surviving prototype of Buckminster Fuller's revolutionary car.
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Xul Solar Museum
Xul Solar was an artist of alternate worlds, inventor of languages, and dreamer of utopias.
A small museum filled with over 1,000 clocks, and one particular clock calibrated to run until the year 9999.
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SONDRE FOSSLI: FIRST RACE, FIRST VICTORY
NORDIC DEC 04, 2015
Perfect start into the season. A year ago Atomic-Shootingstar Sondre Turvoll Fossli came into the limelight with a third place finish in the Classic Sprint event in Ruka (FIN). Merely 12 months later in the first race of the season he was celebrating his first World Cup victory ever! He did so with the brand new Redster equipment for the season.
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„I had the best preparation of my whole career and I am equipped with the best material ever. I am ready“, said Nordic sprinter Sondre Turvoll Fossli right before the start of the first World Cup Race in Ruka. The upcoming 22-year old Atomic youngster was replacing his teammate Ola Vigen Hattestad in the lineup of the Norwegian Sprint-Team in Finland. The Olympic Champion in the individual sprint event at Sochi made a last-minute trip joining his pregnant wife in the delivery room. Sondre took the chance and racked up his first victory in the first race of the season.
PACEMAKER FOSSLI MAKES MOVE ON THE LAST CLIMB
The three-time junior world-champion gave evidence that he got the genes of a champion. In the grand final it was Fossli who was setting the pace from the very beginning.
Pumped up with confidence he made the decisive move on the last challenging climb to leave all the top stars behind. „I really like that last climb close before the finish line“, smiled Fossli in his first interview as a World Cup champion. „Last year I also felt very comfortable on that part of the track. With the new Redster equipment I could lift my performance to a new level.“
“When I was testing the new Redster skis I instantly realized that never before I have witnessed such a great ski.”
Sondre Turvoll Fossli
NO LIMITS FOR THE NEW REDSTER EQUIPMENT
Sondre Turvoll Fossli enthusiastically describes the new skis he got for this season: „When I was testing the new Redster skis I instantly realized that never before I have witnessed such a great ski. The main improvement comes with the weight-reduction and acceleration. And the base is Atomics fastest racing base of all times.
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At Home in the World
By: Joyce Maynard
Narrated by: Joyce Maynard
Categories: Bios & Memoirs, Artists, Writers, & Musicians
4.5 out of 5 stars 4.3 (113 ratings)
The Best of Us
In 2011, when she was in her late 50s, beloved author and journalist Joyce Maynard met the first true partner she had ever known. Jim wore a rakish hat over a good head of hair; he asked real questions and gave real answers; he loved to see Joyce shine, both in and out of the spotlight; and he didn't mind the mess she made in the kitchen. He was not the husband Joyce imagined, but he quickly became the partner she had always dreamed of. Then, just after their one-year wedding anniversary, her new husband was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer.
I love Joyce Maynard- I'm a longtime fan
By Susan on 11-06-17
Narrated by: Wilson Bethel
In a manner evoking Ian McEwan's Atonement and Nick Hornby's About a Boy, acclaimed author Joyce Maynard weaves a beautiful, poignant tale of love, sex, adolescence, and devastating treachery as seen through the eyes of a young teenage boy - and the man he later becomes - looking back at an unexpected encounter that begins one single, long, hot, life-altering weekend.
A little creepy
By Amie J. Woeber on 04-19-14
Drinking cost Helen her marriage and custody of her seven-year-old son, Ollie. Once an aspiring art photographer, she now makes ends meet by taking portraits of schoolchildren and working for a caterer. Recovering from her addiction, she spends lonely evenings checking out profiles on an online dating site. Weekend visits with her son are awkward. He's drifting away from her fast.
Paper-Thin Caricatures Inhabit PG-13 Morality Tale
By Gretchen SLP on 03-12-16
After Her
Summer, 1979: A dry, hot Northern California school vacation stretches before Rachel and her younger sister, Patty - the daughters of a larger-than-life, irresistibly handsome (and chronically unfaithful) detective father and the mother whose heart he broke. When we first meet her, Patty is 11 - a gangly kid who loves basketball and dogs and would do anything for her older sister, Rachel.
Wonderful to listen to, decent story
By Krista on 10-17-13
The Art of Memoir
By: Mary Karr
Narrated by: Mary Karr
Anchored by excerpts from her favorite memoirs and anecdotes from fellow writers' experience, The Art of Memoir lays bare Karr's own process. (Plus all those inside stories about how she dealt with family and friends get told - and the dark spaces in her own skull probed in depth.)
Fantastic info for writers! Good listening!
By K. Russell on 11-04-15
The Good Daughters
Narrated by: Joyce Maynard, Rebecca Tuttle, Jeff Woodman
They were born on the same day, in the same small New Hampshire hospital, into families that could hardly have been less alike. Ruth Plank is an artist and a romantic with a rich, passionate, imaginative life. The last of five girls born to a gentle, caring farmer and his stolid wife, she yearns to soar beyond the confines of the land that has been her family's birthright for generations. Dana Dickerson is a scientist and realist whose faith is firmly planted in the natural world.
By DIANE on 03-04-11
By: Ronan Farrow
Narrated by: Ronan Farrow
In 2017, a routine network television investigation led Ronan Farrow to a story only whispered about: one of Hollywood's most powerful producers was a predator, protected by fear, wealth, and a conspiracy of silence. As Farrow drew closer to the truth, shadowy operatives, from high-priced lawyers to elite war-hardened spies, mounted a secret campaign of intimidation, threatening his career, following his every move, and weaponizing an account of abuse in his own family. All the while, Farrow and his producer faced a degree of resistance they could not explain - until now.
By Lexi on 10-16-19
By: Ali Smith
Narrated by: Melody Grove
Fusing Keatsian mists and mellow fruitfulness with the vitality, the immediacy, and the color hit of Pop Art, Autumn is a witty excavation of the present by the past. The novel is a stripped-branches take on popular culture and a meditation, in a world growing ever more bordered and exclusive, on what richness and worth are, what harvest means.
Incredible use of language
By Mary on 03-06-17
By: Ann Patchett
Narrated by: Tom Hanks
At the end of the Second World War, Cyril Conroy combines luck and a single canny investment to begin an enormous real estate empire, propelling his family from poverty to enormous wealth. His first order of business is to buy the Dutch House, a lavish estate in the suburbs outside of Philadelphia. Meant as a surprise for his wife, the house sets in motion the undoing of everyone he loves. The story is told by Cyril’s son Danny, as he and his older sister, the brilliantly acerbic and self-assured Maeve, are exiled from the house where they grew up by their stepmother.
By: Lisa Brennan-Jobs
Narrated by: Eileen Stevens
A frank, smart, and captivating memoir by the daughter of Apple founder Steve Jobs. Small Fry is Lisa Brennan-Jobs' poignant story of a childhood spent between two imperfect but extraordinary homes. Scrappy, wise, and funny, young Lisa is an unforgettable guide through her parents' fascinating and disparate worlds. Part portrait of a complex family, part love letter to California in the '70s and '80s, Small Fry is an enthralling audiobook by an insightful new literary voice.
A beautiful, poignant, thoughtful and devastating memoir
By Robert Ames on 10-11-18
The Unwinding of the Miracle
A Memoir of Life, Death, and Everything That Comes After
By: Julie Yip-Williams
Narrated by: Emily Woo Zeller, Joshua Williams
That Julie Yip-Williams survived infancy was a miracle. Then, at age 37, with two little girls at home, Julie was diagnosed with terminal metastatic colon cancer, and a different journey began. The Unwinding of the Miracle is the story of a vigorous life refracted through the prism of imminent death. When she was first diagnosed, Julie Yip-Williams sought clarity and guidance through the experience and, finding none, began to write her way through it - a chronicle that grew beyond her imagining.
Heartbreaking and uplifting at the same time
By C. Liriano on 02-18-19
My Mother, Her Lover, and Me
By: Adrienne Brodeur
Narrated by: Julia Whelan, Adrienne Brodeur
On a hot July night on Cape Cod when Adrienne was 14, her mother, Malabar, woke her at midnight with five simple words that would set the course of both of their lives for years to come: Ben Souther just kissed me. Adrienne instantly became her mother’s confidante and helpmate, blossoming in the sudden light of her attention, and from then on, Malabar came to rely on her daughter to help orchestrate what would become an epic affair with her husband’s closest friend.
A new favorite!!
By Derek cazier on 10-28-19
By: Chanel Miller
Narrated by: Chanel Miller
She was known to the world as Emily Doe when she stunned millions with a letter. Brock Turner had been sentenced to just six months in county jail after he was found sexually assaulting her on Stanford's campus. Her victim impact statement was posted on BuzzFeed, where it instantly went viral. Now, she reclaims her identity to tell her story of trauma, transcendence, and the power of words.
Just, thank you.
By Alysha Terry on 09-25-19
I Am, I Am, I Am
Seventeen Brushes with Death
By: Maggie O'Farrell
Narrated by: Daisy Donovan
I Am, I Am, I Am is Maggie O'Farrell's astonishing memoir of the near-death experiences that have punctuated and defined her life. The childhood illness that left her bedridden for a year, which she was not expected to survive. A teenage yearning to escape that nearly ended in disaster. An encounter with a disturbed man on a remote path. And, most terrifying of all, an ongoing, daily struggle to protect her daughter - for whom this book was written - from a condition that leaves her unimaginably vulnerable to life's myriad dangers.
Her prose is beautiful!
By Judy on 03-25-18
By: Emma Donoghue
Narrated by: Jason Culp
A retired New York professor's life is thrown into chaos when he takes a young great-nephew to the French Riviera, in hopes of uncovering his own mother's wartime secrets in the next masterpiece from New York Times best-selling author Emma Donoghue.
Good story - Well-written, expertly read
By J. Seybert on 10-28-19
By: Elizabeth Strout
Narrated by: Kimberly Farr
At times stern, at other times patient, at times perceptive, at other times in sad denial, Olive Kitteridge, a retired schoolteacher, deplores the changes in her little town of Crosby, Maine, and in the world at large, but she doesn’t always recognize the changes in those around her: a lounge musician haunted by a past romance; a former student who has lost the will to live; Olive’s own adult child, who feels tyrannized by her irrational sensitivities; and her husband, Henry, who finds his loyalty to his marriage both a blessing and a curse.
It's a Short Story Collection
By Kerr506 on 12-08-19
By: Isaac Mizrahi
Narrated by: Isaac Mizrahi
This program is read by Isaac Mizrahi. In I.M., Isaac describes his numerous self-reinventions that landed him back to his first true calling of show business. He delves into his lifelong battles with his weight, insomnia, and depression. He tells what it was like to be an out gay man in a homophobic age and to witness the effects of the AIDS epidemic. In his elegant memoir, Isaac reveals not just the glamour of his years, but the grit beneath the glitz. Rich with memorable stories from in and out of the spotlight, I.M. illuminates deep emotional truths.
Even better then I hoped !
By eric j ihms on 03-08-19
Olive, Again (Oprah's Book Club)
Prickly, wry, resistant to change yet ruthlessly honest and deeply empathetic, Olive Kitteridge is “a compelling life force” (San Francisco Chronicle). The New Yorker has said that Elizabeth Strout “animates the ordinary with an astonishing force”, and she has never done so more clearly than in this book, where the iconic Olive struggles to understand not only herself and her own life but the lives of those around her in the town of Crosby, Maine.
Pretty bad narraration
By Shiri Macri on 12-04-19
When it was first published in 1998, At Home in the World set off a furor in the literary world and beyond. Joyce Maynard's memoir broke a silence concerning her relationship - at age 18 - with J.D. Salinger, the famously reclusive author of The Catcher in the Rye, then age 53, who had read a story she wrote for The New York Times in her freshman year of college and sent her a letter that changed her life.
Reviewers called her book "shameless" and "powerful" and its author was simultaneously reviled and cheered. With what some have viewed as shocking honesty, Maynard explores her coming of age in an alcoholic family, her mother's dream to mold her into a writer, her self-imposed exile from the world of her peers when she left Yale to live with Salinger, and her struggle to reclaim her sense of self in the crushing aftermath of his dismissal of her not long after her 19th birthday. A quarter of a century later - having become a writer, survived the end of her marriage and the deaths of her parents, and with an eighteen-year-old daughter of her own - Maynard pays a visit to the man who broke her heart. The story she tells - of the girl she was and the woman she became - is at once devastating, inspiring, and triumphant.
Photograph by Richard Avedon © The Richard Avedon Foundation
©1998 Joyce Maynard (P)2013 Macmillan Audio
Fred Kaffing
Melbourne, Aust.
Engaging history and good writing
What did you love best about At Home in the World?
Tales of J.D. Salinger. Also her writing ability seems to shine through, and best of all, she read the book she wrote.
J.D. Salinger features of course.
Have you listened to any of Joyce Maynard’s other performances before? How does this one compare?
Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you?
They seem of a personal nature of hers. Her first night with Salinger, and when the paper rung Salinger's phone for her and he couldn't stop being angry with her, and when she returns to his house in the 90s. Also the revealing of the ex-husband behind Salinger's later partner.
I had never heard of Joyce Maynard before the recent Salinger documentary and book (audiobook in my case). Something never commented on by her but I couldn't help but notice, is the sense that Salinger was a mentor to her. He must have noticed something of himself in her writing that started his interest in her. His complete reason for being interested in her is something more debatable and might reveal itself in some way in this book. I couldn't help but notice something of Salinger's style in her writing.I had read somewhere that only one chapter in the book was about Salinger. Not so at all. Much of the book is about Salinger. There is a great deal about him for anyone interested in Salinger. Writing a book about Salinger is controversial in itself I suppose, but it was her story in this case as well. My feeling about Salinger from this story is that he was quite dense and should have expected a teenage girl to have a lot of change coming in her life.Here is something additional. The story of the wife who left her husband and child to live with Salinger reminded me of something similar. A woman did the same thing with T. Lobsang Rampa and her book is available somewhere from her point of view.
Talented Writer- Love Her Work
I discovered Joyce Maynard years ago when I read this book. It never left me and I was thrilled to find it on Audible.
She writes with great insight and sensitivity. I love her novels as well. I just wish she wrote more prolifically.
Thoughtful and engaging
I appreciated the candor and depth to Joyce Maynard's telling of her story. It takes courage to be honest in this way. Wonderful story telling and a compelling tale. I am about the same age as the author and related to her experience growing up in a changing world for women.
could not stop listening.
Loved it. Can't.wait to read more of her fascinating. books., a great author a. must read
I am so grateful Joyce Maynard had the courage to write this book, the biting honestly with which she tells her story captivated me. For the most part, I read the words along with her as she narrated it, and I’m even more grateful she had the courage to read it in her own voice. I am inspired and will endeavor to read more of her books.
Audg
wish she'd had a better sound engineer.
I wish I'd heeded the advice of another reviewer about the distracting clicking "mouth" sound you can hear periodically throughout the recording, perhaps due to the author's dry mouth or sticky saliva? It is distracting and makes it hard to listen to.
In terms of subject matter, the story is almost too painful to bear. Maynard narrates events from the perspective of her younger self - fancying herself in love with Salinger and giving up so much for him - while we readers knash our teeth at the clear imbalance of power in the relationship. And no one in her life raises a red flag? That's just how it was back then? Wow.
I have never been hocked to a book the way I did with this one wright from the beginning. Beautifully written.
I listen to many audio books I rank Joyce number one in performance. She has a soft clear voice.
I would definitely like to read her other books.
Narration Distracted From Beautiful Writing
The narrator (also the author) had this strange clicking noise that could be heard after certain words and sentences. At first I thought it was something wrong with my earphones, but no, it was coming from the narrator. It was so annoying that I found myself anxiously waiting for the next weird click, which greatly detracted from the experiences shared in the book and her beautiful writing. If this type of thing doesn't bother you, then please download this book. If this type of thing does bother you, please be ready to be uncomfortably annoyed for the duration.
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After the Easy Money Boom, Stark Choices for Asset Managers
Whether through scale or niche, asset management firms must avoid the collapse of the middle.
Par Matthias Memminger, Mike Kuehnel and Cyrosch Kalateh
En un coup d’oeil
Asset management has become an increasingly difficult business, driven by new structural trends in customer behavior, regulation and technology.
A collapse of the midtier, plain-vanilla, full-service model leaves asset managers with two basic strategic directions to pursue: Build the business to a large scale (for passive or active investment strategies), or develop a highly differentiated niche (active only).
Each choice requires mastering a different set of factors that range from products to mergers and acquisitions to innovation within the operating model.
Asset management businesses may be sailing on a rising tide of wealth, but this ship could easily wreck on reefs hidden just below the surface.
True, financial wealth has been on a strong growth trajectory worldwide, riding a bull market in asset prices. In many emerging markets, private wealth accumulation has accompanied the expansion of the middle class. In developed markets, growth has come largely through pressure to shrink gaps in pension funding (and thereby increase savings for retirement), combined with a shift from traditional life insurance products to investment products. Asset management firms should benefit from this wealth expansion and from a growing trend of investors delegating more decisions to professionals.
However, the business is less stable than it appears. The easy money boom that began in 2012, marked by low interest rates and economic recovery in many countries, masked deeper secular trends in customer behavior and regulation. Customers generally have become increasingly cost-conscious; more sophisticated with regard to investment strategies; willing to make more stringent comparisons between products, prices and services; and less trusting of actively managed products. At the same time, market regulations, such as the Retail Distribution Review and the Markets in Financial Instruments Directive II, have called for investment advisers to provide full transparency on the total cost of investment products. Regulations also laid down stricter rules on inducements to push product sales. In response, asset managers have raised their annual spending on compliance, putting an additional squeeze on profits.
Matthias Memminger, a partner with Bain's Financial Services practice, explains why asset management firms need to focus on size or differentiation, or else face the risk of extinction.
As a result, although asset management companies have enjoyed an average compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7% for assets under management (AUM) since 2012, their profits per asset decreased by a 2% CAGR, Bain & Company estimates. Looking ahead through 2022, our model projects just a 4% CAGR in AUM alongside a sharp decline in profits per asset at a negative 7% CAGR (see Figures 1 and 2).
This decline in profitability has accelerated the demand for technology investments that will simultaneously offer new types of value-adding products and services to customers and increase process efficiency and scalability.
Revenue growth has slowed while costs mount
Regardless of technology, however, weaker firms will find it harder to realize their desired price point or to keep a lid on cost per asset; stronger firms, meanwhile, will seize a growing share of the market and the profit pool. We estimate that the spread in profits between the top 10 and bottom 10 companies will rise from 10 basis points in 2017 to 13 basis points by 2022, up from only 4 basis points in 2013. That will translate to a roughly €400 million profit difference for a midsized manager with €300 billion in assets in 2022. In addition, the estimated €81 billion global profit pool by 2022 will not have grown compared with 2007, making it even more difficult for weaker firms to grow or even maintain share.
In this less forgiving environment, asset management firms should reassess their strategies. In particular, a collapse of plain-vanilla, smaller or midsized firms with no competitive advantage, which we estimate represent about half of global AUM, is a highly likely scenario. Captive midfield players relying on the distribution network of their parent bank or insurance company have kept their market share so far, but they are bound to lose under the new regulatory regime. Winning firms with a few distinctive characteristics will benefit disproportionally from the shift of assets away from the middle.
The collapse of the middle leaves firms with two viable strategic directions as a means of escape from this valley of death. One route involves going big, with two variations: Large-scale companies such as BlackRock and Vanguard have spread their costs over a broad, predominantly passive asset base to achieve a strong scale position. Some firms, including Amundi and Fidelity, have large active investment portfolios with a broad range of products.
Profits likely will erode for unprepared asset management firms
Taking a different route, firms can develop highly differentiated offerings that can justify the premium fees customers are asked to pay over time. Of late, the majority of institutional money has flowed to asset managers delivering high alpha. Such managers tend to carve out a niche focusing on a specific asset class, product, portfolio strategy or customer segment; examples include Zurich-based RobecoSAM, Nordea Asset Management of Sweden and boutique endowment funds in the US.
A few other companies, notably Natixis and Affiliated Managers Group, have built a strategically appealing business model that draws on both scale and differentiation. Their model consists of a portfolio of differentiated boutiques sharing one central client-facing platform.
Our research shows that moving in either direction requires taking stock of eight factors that contribute to success: products, value chain expansion, mergers and acquisitions (M&A), technology, operating models, employees, customers and distribution (see Figure 3 and 4). Depending on their respective points of departure and direction of travel, asset managers will want to focus on excelling in at least three to five areas, as detailed in the following three models.
Key factors in the two scale models should be tuned differently to passive and active strategies
Key factors in the niche model put a greater emphasis on customer fit and star managers
Model No. 1: Passive assets at scale
The rise of exchange-traded funds (ETFs) has helped spur a meaningful inflow of assets to large passive managers. BlackRock, Vanguard and State Street have a more than 75% combined global market share of ETF investments. For these large companies, an M&A strategy will likely focus more on acquiring new technological capabilities than on further building scale. By contrast, for passive asset managers without sufficient size, M&A will be one way to expand their book of business. And given the lower penetration of passive funds in Europe and Asia, there still could be room for a regional passive champion in those markets.
Let’s look at BlackRock’s experience. Among the eight factors that contribute to success in asset management, the company has excelled in three. First, in products: About 70% of AUM at BlackRock consist of passive products. The company is now the largest provider of ETFs, having captured an outsized share of investments flowing to this category.
Second, in M&A: Over time, BlackRock has consistently built and leveraged a scalable platform through its deals (Merrill Lynch Investment Managers for active, iShares for passive). Most recently, BlackRock has made bolt-on acquisitions that particularly improved the firm’s technology position and expanded its offerings.
Third, in technology: In recent years, BlackRock has stringently applied technology to accelerate the process of scaling up its business. In this context, BlackRock has focused on increased automation in portfolio investment to cut costs and more efficient product selling via platforms that are less expensive, faster and more convenient for clients. The firm’s Aladdin risk management platform has become a powerful tool for portfolio managers as well as a fast-growing business through licensing to other asset management firms. CEO Laurence Fink’s goal is to have one-third of revenue enabled by technology in the coming years.
Model No. 2: Active assets at scale
Many investors still seek out active management. Amundi, based in France, has mastered three factors crucial for success with this model: M&A, operating model and distribution. In a fragmented market, M&A is a promising option to meaningfully increase AUM and extend a company’s knowledge base, either through add-on acquisitions or a merger of equals. Amundi’s robust M&A history started with its founding as the merger of the asset management operations of Crédit Agricole and Société Générale. At the end of 2016, it acquired Pioneer Investments, forming Europe’s largest asset manager and diversifying its customer base toward retail customers, achieving cost synergies of €150 million along with significant scale benefits.
A viable operating model requires a low-cost base for continued scalability, supported by outsourcing of noncore, low-value processes. In this regard, Amundi has developed a highly efficient model, with a cost-to-income ratio of just 52%, compared with 73% for the industry average.
In distribution, Amundi recognized early on the trend of diversification away from captive channels toward open architecture. Although it traditionally relied on captive distribution through agreements with its prior parent banks, Amundi has pursued more open channels and has more than 1,000 third-party distribution partners.
Model No. 3: A differentiated niche
Which niches look attractive? Three product segments currently stand out as attractive opportunities: themed multiasset funds investing in topics such as mobility and clean technology; socially responsible investments; and alternative investments such as hedge funds, infrastructure and real estate. All of these can command higher fees if executed well, but they require distinct capabilities.
Nordea, for example, has built a strong position based on its stringent attention to products, employees and customers. Its products fall into two lines: active alpha and target return. Increasingly, Nordea has nurtured multiasset outcome strategies with predefined targets that consistently outperform market benchmarks. For example, the Nordea 1—Stable Return Fund was closed to new investors after €10.5 billion in inflows, making it one of Europe’s largest absolute return funds.
Regarding employees, asset management firms can exploit the power of star managers as long as they take a few precautionary steps to manage star risk: Tie compensation to investment success or distribution success or ownership tie-in, and employ supporting managers to ensure continuity. The Nordea 1—Stable Return Fund has been overseen by three managers since inception, with the risk minimized through a team approach in case one manager leaves the firm.
Nordea Asset Management’s focus on retail customers closely matches that of its parent bank’s retail business. It commands high average fees over a large European customer base, performing strongly in the Nordic countries and gaining ground in Germany, Italy and Spain.
Key questions for planning the battle
Regardless of whether asset managers choose to pursue the scale or niche route, they should start diagnosing their strengths and weaknesses relative to their competitors. They will need a clear-eyed view of where they should play and how they will win. Questions to plan the battle include the following:
What is the most attractive set of investors and products for us in light of the market’s competitive structure and expected growth over the next five years?
What key factors will likely have the greatest effect on our asset growth?
What do our customers say about their highest priorities? Which Elements of Value® matter most to them?
How do they view our performance across these elements? What do they say are our strengths and weaknesses?
What shifts in distribution matter to our business?
Which capabilities are essential for successfully serving our market, and how do we perform on those capabilities? By contrast, which capabilities are less critical and can be outsourced?
Does our technology allow us to gain a competitive advantage?
How do we measure up in cost effectiveness relative to core peers in our market? How will our cost position likely change when growing in this market?
With the easy money gone, firms do not have the luxury of delaying their next moves, as forward-looking competitors have already planned and started to execute their new strategy. Identifying and clearly defining a distinct strategy and focus—namely, what to do and what to stop doing—will be instrumental to success in this market. For firms that do get it right, the reward will be highly attractive: an ever-growing share of the world’s expanding wealth.
Matthias Memminger and Mike Kuehnel are partners and Cyrosch Kalateh is a manager with Bain & Company’s Financial Services practice. They are based, respectively, in Frankfurt, Frankfurt and Düsseldorf.
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The Lebensborn Experiment: Hitler's Quest To Establish A Master Race
by Scott GrantScott Grant
| Editorial Reviews
This story examines a rarely discussed part of World War II history as seen through the eyes of the victims who were sacrificed by madmen. Their sacrifices should be used as a warning to future genetic scientists who become involved in uncharted moral territory. History does indeed repeat itself. The allied powers at first flinched in the face of Nazi genocide and eugenic reordering of humankind which allowed the death camps to be built. Today it is difficult to discern between Planned Parenthood's contribution to the harvesting of fetal organs and body parts and the work of Mengele's research with infants in Auschwitz especially when you consider Margaret Sanger's early funding contributions to Hitler's eugenics program.
Hitler came close to winning World War II. The very reason he didn't win was because ultimately he lacked long term vision. His pathological hatred for Jews and the so called hybrid races made himself and his National Socialists world class pariahs. Blinded by his early military successes with his invasion of Poland the subsequent invasion of the U.S.S.R. during a harsh winter squandered his military resources and doomed the Reich. His greatest lack of vision perhaps, involved shunning his nuclear scientist's efforts to develop nuclear weapons, no doubt because he didn't fully understand, or believe their potential. Today the Jews are still hated by Iran's leaders who openly declare genocidal ambitions. Iran's scientists work feverishly to develop nuclear tipped missiles while President Obama constructs a geopolitical strategy of "Leading From Behind." The Iran deal will only guarantee Iran's success when sanctions are lifted and Iran uses the funds to make Iran invulnerable from the air with Russian air defense systems.
Today we do not face a eugenic agenda for the creation of an Aryan race. Instead we are confronted with a forced change of our beliefs to appease a terrorist movement that seeks to establish a pantheism of fundamental Islam by any means necessary in order to establish a global caliphate. We have no solid international laws, or treaties, to guide and control genetic research. Science does not involve itself with moral questions. Politically we are drifting, leaderless. Not into uncharted territory but much worse, we spiral from behind directly into the brutal, unlearned lessons of history.
Scott Grant September, 2015
Scott Grant is an action/adventure writer who uses accurate historical settings to establish fictional characters and stories. He has an International education. He is a decorated Vietnam combat Company Commander with Bronze Star with Valor and the Purple Heart. He is well versed in military history. He lives in Washington with his Asian wife.
Grant (Year of the Rat, 2011, etc.) weaves a well-researched, fictionalized account of what it was like being a victim of Hitler's eugenics campaign. This novel focuses on Finnish twins Kaarle and Laila Tuuri, whose mother, Aamu, dies during their birth. With their fair skin, blond hair, and blue eyes, the twins are visions of Aryan perfection. Their father, Ahti, has no idea how to raise a girl, so he sends Laila off to live with her aunt in Norway. Her father has Kaarle trained to become one of Finland's famed ski soldiers, and he spends much of the war harassing first the Russians, then the Germans. Laila isn't as lucky: she gets captured by the Nazis and is chosen as a guinea pig for Mengele's eugenics experiments. Throughout the novel, Kaarle seeks to recover his extended family while lending his military expertise to the fight against the Axis, wherever they may be. Grant impressively details conditions at the concentration camps and the eugenics labs, painting a true portrait of what was happening in the conquered territories: "Now that Nordic populations have fallen before the SS," a Norwegian geneticist muses, "Lebensborn can emerge as an involuntary assembly line until the Aryan empire is complete." The big blocks of text are sometimes tough to navigate, but the narrative doesn't overwhelm readers with technical descriptions. While making clear the pain these victims experience, Grant artfully gives faces to the depraved victims of the Nazi juggernaut fueled by a madman's dream. As a rabbi in a concentration camp explains, "In a mere month you will see brothers and sisters agreeing to become spies against each other for an extra ladle of soup each day." A meticulous, sometimes-brutal look back at a terrible time.
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Director Bureau of Information Resource Management
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Term of Appointment: 09/16/2013 to present
Eric Nelson, a member of the Senior Foreign Service with the rank of Counselor, was appointed as Director of the Bureau of Information Resource Management’s Office of eDiplomacy on September 16, 2013. As Director, he is responsible for the Department’s Knowledge Management strategy, promoting a culture of innovation and collaboration aimed at strengthening the Department’s leadership of the foreign policy process at home and abroad.
Mr. Nelson has served in various leadership positions within the State Department, including Deputy Chief of Mission and Consul General. Since joining the Foreign Service in 1990, he has served overseas in San Jose, Islamabad, Munich, Milan, Mexico City, Frankfurt, and Santo Domingo. Domestically, he has held two assignments in Washington in the Bureau of Administration. During his career tenure, he received numerous awards for effective leadership, including honorable mention in the Department’s Innovation in the Use of Technology Award, as well as the prestigious Superior Honor Award and the Meritorious Honor Award.
Eric began his career in public service as a Peace Corps Volunteer in Liberia.
He holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Chemical Engineering from Rice University and a Master of Business Administration degree from the University of Texas at Austin.
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Royalty graces Omani Cultural Night
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PC Games > Hidden Object Games > The Others
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(230.98 MB)
A local toymaker and all his factory workers mysteriously vanished on the same night. It's up to you, ace reporter Mary Bingham, to delve into the town's hidden mysteries to discover the truth. But first you'll need to understand the strange inhabitants to solve the riddle of the shuttered toy factory. Is the ominous figure in black trying to help you, or is he leading you into certain peril? What lies beyond the elaborate labyrinth? Uncover a new world of shocking secrets as you hunt for clues in this heart-stopping mystery-adventure!
Truly unique and challenging mini-games
An exciting out-of-this-world adventure
Novel inventory system enriches gameplay
OS: Windows XP/Windows Vista/Windows 7/Windows 8
Hard Drive: 525 MB
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The Others is rated 4.0 out of 5 by 75.
Rated 5 out of 5 by BUFFALOCHIPS from Honey, you have to play this game! I told my wife that I have never had so much fun playing a game before. Others have described some of the fun challenges in this game, but I'm not reporting about that. I'm writing this review for one reason, and that is to tell you to buy this game. You'll be laughing one minute, and racking your brain the next. In a lot of the places they don't tell what to do, they don't even give you a hint. You'll have to play it to understand me, and again I'm telling you that is one of the best game that I own, and I own hundreds of games. Have fun.
Rated 5 out of 5 by upsysydaisy from Love It And Hate It !! This is the most unusual game I have ever played. Don't know the length, as I've not finished it. In fact, last night I uninstalled it out of sheer frustration...I was sick and tired of running back and forth because there is no map AND I spent way too much time trying to get the right cup of coffee for the whiny zoo director. I absolutely love sc-fi related stories and I am so anxious to get further into the story. Frustration put aside, I really am having fun with this game. In the beginning, the town looked completely deserted and it made for a very creepy background. Eventually, a few characters started appearing and what a quirky bunch they are! I love their dialogue and their crazy personalities. There's a little guy who hangs out in the bar that needs a swift kick in the pants just because he is so irritating. The other-worldly character that I have now met really has a sinister, uncomfortable aura about him. I have yet to experience that "jump out of your chair" moment, but I think I am anxious to get it over with. My love-hate relationship with "The Others" makes playing very interesting and sometimes difficult. I 've so far enjoyed the mini games and HOGs, none have been too difficult. Going back and forth through the maze a million times is something I could definitely do without! I wish Big Fish would find more sci-fi games for us, we have so few. In this day and age you would think there would be an abundance of them! If you want a really spectacular sci-fi game (large file), VOYAGE is the one! It is challenging!! It is interesting, visually outstanding, task and
Rated 5 out of 5 by myedgypal from other surprises Outstanding game, beautiful graphics. Loved the voice of the other. Great to see a sequel. thank you
Rated 5 out of 5 by tekeguy from Best Daily Deal I Have Ever Bought I don't rate a lot of games but I have been buying the newest collector's edition HOGs as soon as they are released for almost a decade now. I was out of anything new to buy and this was a daily deal and the reviews were good so I took a shot. Best decision ever. The game is definitely a little more old school in that there aren't morphing objects, excessive side distractions, complex puzzles or a glut of obvious things you accumulate to just plug into a scene to move forward. You may not necessarily know exactly what to do next because the objects you collect are used for a logical purpose that you may haven't found yet. The story is flat out the best story-line that I haven't found in many games. It becomes more engaging the longer you play and builds to an ending that feels like a real payoff and accomplishment. This isn't a must play for when the current releases are lacking---this is a flat out must play for HOG players.
Rated 5 out of 5 by gamesrgreatfun from Loads of Fun I got hooked on this game during the opening cut scene. I did play the entire demo before I bought it but just because I didn't want to stop long enough to buy it. I just finished playing the whole game and had a blast! My favorite part of the game was the carnival, which you get to play during the demo. If you don't want to play the whole game, at least play the demo to go through the carnival. The storyline was unique and the best part was there wasn't any werewolves, ghosts, witches, vampires, or other occult stuff in it!! This is rare and I for one am truly thankful for the developers breaking out of the mold! There isn't any map but the hint button is directional pointing which way you need to travel through the scenes. There was some traveling but it didn't seem overly much to me. The mini-games were some of the ones I had seen before and some new ones. They were medium difficulty and I had to skip two or three but they were all fun to play. The HOS had a unique twist to it them. I enjoyed the art work in them. Very fun to look at. The graphics in the whole game were very well done and I was very happy to discover new areas so that I could look around. I also enjoyed talking to the various characters along the way. Some of them were a hoot! So, there you have it. I can't find anything to complain about in this game. I thoroughly enjoyed the whole game and I look forward to playing it again. I am VERY happy I purchased it and wished there were more games like this one!
Rated 5 out of 5 by BooksandGameFan from Fantastic Sci fi game! What a wonderful fun Sci-fi game! I played the entire game in approx. 4 hours maybe a little longer, I just didn't want to stop playing it was whimsical and fun. The game filled up my entire 22 inch monitor. The scenes were beautifully done if not a little cartoon like but not cartoonish. I'm glad I listened to the reviews of the people who played the entire game and not those who write reviews of the small demo that I can also play! What I like to know is how much better the game gets after the demo which is why I really appreciate people waiting to place reviews after they finish the game. This game does get better and better as you play. Yes, it's a little on the easy side which is really great when you just want to relax kick back and have some fun. The ending was great and leaves us open to maybe getting another in the series. I really hope so! I highly recommend this game! April 2016
Rated 5 out of 5 by Volauvent from WOW This game is full of surprises. The developer is totally buttoned up. It's been a long time since I've seen a game in which the play is so crisp and innovative. Even the HOS have surprises. I bought it before the demo was over!
Rated 5 out of 5 by toot_de_la_fruit from Give it a fair chance-it's a gem. Good game play. Not often difficult even if you choose the highest difficulty setting. Fun, good visuals, strong voices, comical at times, not too dark or difficult to see hidden objects, a few mini games, varying in difficulty, great story lie, good game length. I purchased this game after the free trail and am absolutely not disappointed; in fact it is one of my favourite games now! Rarely do I see a game with such a strong message at the end. I was not expecting it at all. All in all, I recommend this game
Rated 5 out of 5 by BarbaraFish from Not your ordinary HOS Adventure As a journalist, you are sent to a town where the head of a company has disappeared along with all his workers. The former journalist on the case was scared and left town. (sissy) You keep pushing forward and uncover some fascinating goings on. There are hidden objects scenes and puzzles enough to satisfy lovers of both. I thought this was a great game. Wish it had been available as a collector's edition. It's the kind of game you don't really want to end. Loved it!
Rated 5 out of 5 by Faith2grace from What a wonderful game!! I usually play games in expert mode and found this game to be a total joy. The level of difficulty was just on the easy side yet I did use the hint button once. The use of items that you find are consistent with a rational story and not absurd. There were different types of challenges, like doing some snooping to discover how to make the ranger a perfect cup of coffee. I usually don't pay too much attention to story lines but found myself following this one. I never play with sound so I can't mention about voice overs or music etc.. I also don't write reviews very often but had to on this game. This was an older type of game and the graphics were very nice. I am so glad I bought this game. It was perfect for my lazy days off this week.
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You're a top reporter in search of a missing toymaker – but this isn't child's play. Is something otherworldly responsible?
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BIW Staff December 30, 2019
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Police End Active Search for Missing Boy
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Yitu Technology ranks first in NIST global facial recognition benchmark test
Sep 7, 2017 | Justin Lee
Categories Biometrics News | Facial Recognition
Chinese facial recognition firm Yitu Technology ranked first in four different categories of National Institute of Standards and Technology’s (NIST) Face Recognition Vendor Test (FRVT) benchmark, beating out top facial recognition firms, Vocord and OT-Morpho.
FRVT serves as the official guideline for U.S. government purchases, while the test results are recognized as the golden standards of global security industry in practice.
The test datasets of FRVT all stem from real-world scenarios provided by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, such as the massive number of photographs taken by border control agencies and in criminal investigations.
The test dataset scale in the order of millions and are not publically available, ensuring that the results are not susceptible to algorithmic over-fitting or other unfair practices.
Yitu ranked in first place by achieving a 95.5 percent accuracy rate, subjected to the false match rate of ten-millionth (based on 10 billion samples). The firm’s results are 2 percent higher than Vocord, whose accuracy is 93.5 percent.
This marks the highest accuracy rate achieved in a public evaluation based on the large scale dataset, which shows a significant increase from 2014 when NEC, a Japanese company, ranked first.
FRVT evaluates recognition performance in details concerning different scenarios, ethnicities, genders and ages, while the benchmark’s test dataset covers real-world scenarios such as border control, ID passes and city-level security.
Yitu’s algorithm was consistent in its performance in detailed ethnicities and gender tests. However, as the difficulty increases, the algorithms submitted by its competitors declined in recognition accuracy.
The results justify the adaptability of Yitu’s algorithm on different datasets of various real-world scenarios.
The full report as of June 19, 2017 can be viewed on NIST’s website.
biometrics | facial recognition | NIST | standards | Yitu Technology
Standardized testing for biometrics
Liveness detection in biometrics is essential
Glossary of ID4D terms
International Airports Are Combining Video Surveillance With Access Security
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Our Awards and Recognitions
We often work “behind the scenes” saving lives in our community. It’s not often we stand up and sing our own praises. Have a look here at the recent awards and recognitions BloodworksNW has received as we advance health and shape the future of medicine.
Washington Center for Bleeding Disorders
Awarded by: ASD Healthcare
This was a $25,000 gift to the Blood Center from ASD Healthcare with $10,000 earmarked for the Hemophilia Program. Opportunity to provide branded giveaways and brochures. Recognition on event flyers and invitations. Presentation slides branded with your company’s logo.
Awarded by: Dendreon
Recognized for performing 200 leukapheresis collections for patients in need.
Bone marrow donor program
Awarded by: National Marrow Donor Program
Patient Services recognized for outstanding National Marrow Donor Program (NMDP) apheresis collections in 2011. The Bone Marrow Donor Program also collaborated in this effort.
Cord blood program
Awarded by: Message from Caycee Holt, Cord Blood Donor
Copy of testimonial: Caycee Holt got the call on the morning of January 11. Her donated Cord Blood was a match. ‘At around 9AM, I got a call from Bloodworks Northwest. I am a platelet donor so I thought it was a just a reminder to make an appointment,’ said Caycee Holt. She couldn’t have been more wrong. BloodworksNW was calling to share the wonderful news that the Cord Blood she had donated when she had her son Chase in 2008 was a match. A 15-year-old girl with non-Hodgkin’s Lymphoma will likely be the beneficiary. ‘I got chills all over my body when Terry told me the news,’ said Caycee. ‘In fact, I was speechless – which is rather rare. But it’s not everyday that you get to help someone in need in such a profound way, by not really doing anything at all.’
Collection of cord blood is a completely painless procedure that does not interfere with the birth or with mother-and-child bonding following the delivery. There is no risk either to the mother or baby and cord blood collection rarely requires BloodworksNW staff to be present during the baby’s delivery. ‘It seemed like such a no-brainer at the time,’ said Caycee. ‘All I had to do was fill out some paperwork. I never noticed them collecting the Cord Blood. I won’t ever find out how that 15 year-old girl responded to her treatment. I will just hope and pray for her and encourage other expecting families to donate their cord blood. It is an amazing feeling to know that you have given someone an opportunity for life-saving stem cell treatments.’
Awarded by: Cord Blood Program
We received a contract from HRSA (Health Resources and Services Administration) to compensate us for an agreed upon number of banked collections (including a sizable number of ethnic minority units). This contract was awarded subsequent to an inspection performed by the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) to ensure we would meet the criteria of the program and is given in recognition of our ability to produce quality products as required by the US Department of Health and Human Services. Receiving this funding will enhance our ability to reach out to minority communities and bank their donations for use by members of their communities.
Dr. James P. AuBuchon
Title: President and CEO
Awarded by: College of American Pathologists
College of American Pathologists Economic Affairs Committee, 2012.
Awarded by: AABB
American Association of Blood Banks (AABB) President, 2010-2011; Past President 2011-2012.
Awarded by: NIH & NHLBI
Year: 2012- 2014
Dr. Jill Johnsen, Principal Investigator at Bloodworks Research Institute, was awarded a $280,000 R21 grant to support the study of normal variation in two coagulation factors:von Willebrand Factor (VWF) and Factor VIII (Hemophilia Factor, FVIII). Dr. Johnsen commented, “We already know VWF and FVIII can be quite variable in humans, and we expect to find patterns within this variation. We will use this knowledge to inform future studies on the roles of VWF and FVIII in bleeding and clotting disorders.”
Barbara A. Konkle, MD
Awarded by: NIH
Grant of $3.73 million to Bloodworks Research Institute’s Dr. José A. López, MD and Dr. Barbara A. Konkle, MD to advance research investigations into von Willebrand Factor in Sickle Cell Disease (SCD). The research will be conducted over a five year period commencing February 2012. It is expected that these investigations will yield significant benefits for individuals who have SCD, generating biomarkers of disease, improved knowledge of its pathophysiology, and potentially producing a new therapy that is safe and inexpensive.
Dr. Konkle is now serving on the Advisory Council for the National Heart Lung and Blood Institute (a major division of NIH). Her term is from 2011-2015.
José A. López, MD
Awarded by: NWABR
Awarded Dr. Alvin J. Thompson Award in biomedicine in recognition of his work mentoring and creating opportunities for young people in science.
Sherrill Slichter, MD
Awarded by: The British Blood Transfusion Society
2011 James Blundell Award Recipient from the British Blood Transfusion Society. Award received and invitational lecture presented during the British Blood Transfusion Service (BBTS) Annual Conference held in Glasgow, Scotland 09/07-09/10/11. Title of Award Lecture: Current Advances in Platelet Transfusion Therapy. Award ceremony and presentation occurred on 09/09/11.
Awarded by: The California Blood Bank Society
2011 Herbert Perkins Scientific Lectureship Award Recipient Lecture and award presentation occurred on 04/27/11 during the joint meeting of the California Blood Bank Societyand the South Central Association of Blood Banks held in Las Vegas, NV. Topic: Current Advances in Platelet Transfusion Therapy.
Awarded by: The Bloodworks Northwest Board of Trustees
Recipient of commendation from the Bloodworks Northwest Board of Trustees in recognition of ‘extraordinary scientific accomplishments’ and for receiving Transfusion Medicine’s three highest honors: American Association of Blood Banks Karl Landsteiner Memorial Award; International Society of Blood Transfusion Presidential Award; and the British Blood Transfusion Society James Blundell Award. Commendation was received during a Board of Trustees dinner held 12/08/11.
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Card Games - Page 18
Sweet Jenny
Sweet Jenny is a mix of poker, blackjack and threecard monte using it's own unique deck.
Tabletop Gaming Manual
The Tabletop Gaming Manual covers all aspects of games, from popular and traditional through to role playing and miniatures. It includes specific and specialist information for each area, appealing to the enthusiast market and serious gamer, but also to the curious beginner.
Tan-Tan Caravan
Collect goods, choose your friends carefully and avoid the mice to become the richest merchant.
Tank Duel: Enemy in the Crosshairs
Tank Duel: Enemy in the Crosshairs is a card-based game for 1 to 8 players that depicts tank-to-tank warfare on the Eastern Front of World War II in the early to mid 1940s
Tanto Cuore: Doki Doki Beach Volleyball
Tanto Cuore: Doki Doki Beach Volleyball is a quick fifteen-minute two-player spinoff game to the Tanto Cuore series. Two players battle their teams against one another to become queens of the net!
Tanto Cuore: Winter Romance
Tanto Cuore: Winter Romance is a standalone expansion to Tanto Cuore, a Japanese deck-building card game in which whoever has the most victory points at the end of the game wins.
Restock due Friday 8th February; Players are leaders of a Tuareg tribe and want to increase their tribe's strength and influence by trading.
Temporal Odyssey
Temporal Odyssey is a drafting battle card game about dueling time travelers for 2 and 4 players.
Tempurra
You and your fellow cats are in an eating contest! Over several rounds, pass dishes to your neighbors or dig into the buffet. Eat as much as possible, and avoid indigestion, all while pushing your opponents to overeat!
The Binding of Isaac: Four Souls Card Game
The official Binding of Isaac multiplayer card game, about sacrifice, betrayal and hoarding.
The Binding of Isaac: Four Souls Expansion
This exclusive deck comes with 98 cards, including new characters and starting items, loot, monster and treasure cards.
The Bloody Inn : The Carnies
Restock due @ 22nd January; The Carnies contains 52 new cards spread across three separate modules that can be used in any combination.
The Board Game Book Volume 1
This fascinating book, compiled by a team of top games journalists, explores some of the best new gaming releases with insightful commentary, studio photography and exclusive behind-the-scenes interviews with some of the world's most talented game designers.
The Champion of the Wild
The Champion of the Wild combines the fun and laughter of a conversation-driven social game with the challenge of strategic thinking required for animal selection and event tactics.
Available to Pre-Order; Estimated Release Date: November 2019; The City is a fast-paced, simultaneous-play, filler type race game that typically plays 20-30 minutes and scales well with all numbers of players (ages 10+) ranging from 2 to 5.
The Forest Dragon
Designed by Rory, aged 9, The Forest Dragon is a fun game of testing your luck and risking everything on the turn of a card.
The Fox in the Forest
The Fox in the Forest is a trick-taking game for two players
The Fox in the Forest Duet
In the innovative, two-player co-operative trick-taking game The Fox in the Forest Duet, players team up, helping each other move through the forest.
The Game (Spiel Des Jahres 2015 short list)
Restock due @ Wednesday 3rd July; A co-operative card game,shortlisted for the 2015 Spiel Des Jahres. This is a German game, English rules are available - see full description for details
The Game of Wolf
The Game of Wolf is a trivia game in which players play wolves. On your turn, you may pick pack members based on their knowledge of the subject or go Lone Wolf for a chance to double the points
The Gate of R'lyeh
The clock is ticking. Your team of Investigators have been sent to R’lyeh for the purpose of reinforcing the failing gate, trapping Cthulhu in his prison forever. The Investigators have two enemies. The clock and the cultists hidden among their numbers.
The Good, The Bad and the Munchkin Complete Edition
The Good, the Bad, and the Munchkin: Complete Edition contains the original base game, all the cards from the Beating a Dead Horse expansion, each Western-themed promo card released, and thematic bookmarks that each contain a new rule for play.
The Grimm Masquerade
The Beast has invited you to his castle for a Masquerade. When you enter, you are magically transformed into the identity of another character from The Grimm Forest! The Beast enjoys his antics!
A co-operative game set during WW I, as a team you have to play threats to missions, but if your team can't cope or a threat appears too often you'll lose
The Grizzled : At Your Orders! Expansion
In At Your Orders!, new Mission cards have been added to the game that dictate bonuses, penalties, Mission intensity, and specific resolution conditions. Players may also be asked to take part in a Final Assault or Last Stand. When this happens, win or lose, they are finishing their fight. At Your Orders! also introduces new Duo and Solo modes with special rules and pieces designed for 1-2 players.
The Grizzled: Armistice Edition
The Grizzled: Armistice Edition, based on the The Grizzled, contains a campaign mechanism to give more structure to the story of friends surviving World War I.
The Lady and the Tiger
The Lady and the Tiger is five games in one!
The Manhattan Project : Chain Reaction
Stand alone game based on the popular "Manhattan Project" board game by Minion Games, this is a simpler card-only game using dual-purpose cards in a quick and exciting race to completion.
The Menace Among Us
The Menace Among Us is a 40 to 60-minute, semi-cooperative, asymmetrical card game of intrigue and survival in deep space, for 4-8 players.
The Mind is more than just a game. It's an experiment, a journey, a team experience in which you can't exchange information, yet will become one to defeat all the levels of the game..
The Red Dragon Inn
You and your adventuring companions have spent all day slogging through the Dungeon, killing monsters. Now you're back in town and ready to party at the Red Dragon Inn
The Red Dragon Inn 2
More boozy adventuring in the pub - can be played on it's own or combined with Red Dragon Inn for an eight player mash up
Even more boozy adventuring in the pub - can be played on it's own or combined with Red Dragon Inns one and two for a twelve player mash up.
The Red Dragon Inn 7: The Tavern Crew
The Red Dragon Inn 7 is a new, 2-4 player standalone expansion to The Red Dragon Inn series of games.
The Red Dragon Inn : Allies – Ohava vs. Murgath
The Red Dragon Inn: Allies - Ohava vs. Murgath introduces two new characters, each with their own unique mechanics and flavor.
The Red Dragon Inn: Allies - Spyke & Flower
The Red Dragon Inn: Allies – Spyke and Flower is the first standalone Allies expansion, letting two players drink, brawl and gamble the night away to prove that they are the best munchkin around.
The Resistance : (Third Edition)
A social deduction game for 5 to 10 players.
The Resistance : Avalon
Pitting the forces of Good and Evil in the mist of King Arthur's court, can Merlin help or will Mordred become triumphant.
The Resistance : The Plot Thickens
The Resistance: The Plot Thickens includes the Plot Cards module from the second edition of The Resistance, plus the Rogue, and Sergeant modules originally released as promos. It also includes a full set of replacement Character and Mission cards and new Mission tracking tokens.
The Rivals for Catan: Age of Darkness
Age of Darkness, is a 90-card expansion for The Rivals for Catan.
The Tea Dragon Society Card Game
Discover the ancient art form of Tea Dragon care-taking within The Tea Dragon Society Card Game, based on the graphic novel The Tea Dragon Society.
The Voting Game
The Voting Game is a party game that uncovers the hilarious truth behind your friendships!
The Walking Dead: Something to Fear Card Game
The Walking Dead: Something to Fear is a simultaneous card selection game with variable powers for 2-6 players and uneasy partnerships.
Three-Dragon Ante: Legendary Edition
Three-Dragon Ante: Legendary Edition is a re-imagining of the original classic Dungeons & Dragons Three Dragon Ante, a casual standalone card game of chance for two to six players.
New updated and improved, Through the Ages had a make-over and here's the result. Some new cards and some re-tweaked to keep the balance.
Thunderstone returns with Thunderstone Quest. Recruit your heroes, arm your party, then visit the dungeon — and the dungeon has new perils not seen in prior Thunderstone releases.
Thunderstone Quest: At the Foundations of the World
Each Quest consists of a selection of dungeon tiles and monster cards that create an engaging storyline.
Thunderstone Quest: Barricades Mode
Barricades Mode, an expansion for Thunderstone Quest, lets you play a solo or co-operative adventure for up to 6 players against the toughest Guardians in the game.
Thunderstone Quest: Ripples in Time
Derived from an ancient Chinese game first played by westerners in 1979 Tichu is an incredibly gripping team card game
Tides of Madness
Tides of Madness, a 2-player drafting card game based on the award winning Tides of Time.
Tides of Time
Play as an ancient civilization as they prosper and collapse through time. Build gigantic monuments, raise impenetrable fortifications, and amass vast knowledge as the ages pass.
Time Breaker
In Time Breaker, you work for the security division of the Time Repair Agency.
Time Chase
Time Chase is a trick-taking game with a twist. You are allowed to travel back in time to previous tricks, known as events, and change their outcome. The first player to control three events in the timeline wins!
TIME Stories (including Asylum Mission)
The T.I.M.E. Agency protects humanity by preventing temporal faults and paradoxes from threatening the fabric of our universe. As temporal agents, you and your team will be sent into the bodies of beings from different worlds or realities to successfully complete the missions given to you. Failure is impossible, as you will be able to go back in time as many times as required.
TIME Stories : Frere's De La Cote Expansion
T.I.M.E Stories: Frères de la Côte, the seventh T.I.M.E Stories expansion, is about pirates in the 17th century.
TIME Stories Revolution: A Midsummer Night
A Midsummer Night is a standalone scenario in the "blue cycle" of TIME Stories.
TIME Stories Revolution: Experience
Experience is additional contents that connects all blue cycle missions. This optional box enables players to deeper immerse the players in the TIME Stories Revolution universe.
TIME Stories Revolution: The Hadal Project
In The Hadal Project, a standalone scenario in the "blue cycle" of TIME Stories, you and your fellow agents journey to the year 2099. You're not sure what to expect — but it seems that underwater adventure might play a role.
TIME Stories: A Prophecy of Dragons 7553 AT Expansion
T.I.M.E Stories: A Prophecy of Dragons is the third T.I.M.E Stories scenario. 7553 AT (Alternative Timeline): Forget all you know about the Middle Ages, and explore a new reality in which magic changes everything.
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eBooks „book two“
Es wurden 2002 eBooks für den Suchbegriff „book two“ gefunden.
Bücher (2002)
Xicano Sol Unspoken Truths: Book Two
A Collection of Gay Latino Poetry
This provocative collection of poetry tackles controversial issues ranging from exploitation in adult entertainment to the hypocrisy that exists in the current HIV prevention field. The second book to the Unspoken Truth series promises to take the reader on an unapologetic ride to the realities of contemporary Gay culture. [mehr][weniger]
Stichwörter: Homophobia, Machismo, Religion, Repression, Exploitation, Gay Latino, Lesbian, Bisexual, Bicurious, Questioning, LGBT, Queer, Chicano, Latino, Xicana, Chicana, Latina, Mexican, Spoken Word, Poetry, Story, Love, Relationship, Romance, Coming Out, Drama, Soul, Empowerment, Consciousness, Spirituality, Homosexuality [mehr][weniger]
Linda Gates Spiritual Nourishment Book Two
Christian Messages for Everyday Spiritual Upliftment
Christian messages for everyday reading, for spiritual upliftment, for a more intimate relationship with the Lord Jesus Christ, for getting to know more about God, about Jesus, about the Holy Spirit, about every day living and about end times. [mehr][weniger]
Stichwörter: Holy Spirit, God, Jesus, End times, Intimacy with Christ, Spiritual, Prayer, Worship, Anointing
Flora Carpenter Stories Pictures Tell Book Two
Questions to arouse interest.= What is the man in this picture doing? How many have watched a blacksmith shoe a horse? Why does he wear an apron made of leather? From what do the sparks fly? [mehr][weniger]
What is the man in this picture doing? How many have watched a blacksmith shoe a horse? Why does he wear an apron made of leather? From what do the sparks fly? What has the blacksmith in his hand? Why do you suppose this horse wears no halter? What other animals do you see in this picture? Which has the larger ears, the donkey or the horse? Which seems to have the softer coat? Which can run the faster? [mehr][weniger]
Cherry Jordan Midnight Lust Series (Book Two)
The second in a continuing series. All stories are about being dominated. Playing into the submissive role. Check out my first: One-Nighters! If you enjoyed, share(: Please keep in mind all these stories are fictional, and are completely made up. I enjoy writing; and being read. Keep on the look out for my next one in the series. All about multiple participants! [mehr][weniger]
Stichwörter: erotica, dominate, submissive, sexual, sex
Ruth L Spurgeon Book Two: A Persian Cage
Earth and Water Series
The king of Persia has called for jars of earth and water, but Greece will not submit. The daughter of Leonidas now sits in a golden cage, dreaming of lost freedom. Swept up in the war engulfing her land, enslaved by the man who had her father killed, Elpis can find no escape from the Persian camp. Will her feet lead her back to Sparta, and the family she has just found? Or will she remained trapped in her Persian cage, destined for Sardis and the court of the Persian king? [mehr][weniger]
Stichwörter: themistocles, greece, ancient greece, persia, sardis, salamis, battle, love, war, adventure, pericles, elpis, leonidas, athens, sparta
PRINCE SARATH GHOSH THE WONDERS OF THE JUNGLE, BOOK TWO
Prince A. Sarath Kumar Ghosh, aka Prince Sarath Ghosh, claimed to have been born in 1885 in India. He arrived in San Francisco on February 23, 1912 aboard the liner Siberia. This was a decade after Swami Vivekananda had made two tours of America, lecturing on Indian religion and society. [mehr][weniger]
AUGUSTA STEVENSON CHILDREN'S CLASSICS IN DRAMATIC FORM BOOK TWO
Augusta Stevenson (1869–1976[1]) was a writer of children's literature and a teacher. She was born in Indianapolis, Indiana. She wrote over 400 children's books, her most famous being "Childhood of Famous Americans" and "Children's Classics in Dramatic Form. [mehr][weniger]
Augusta Stevenson (1869–1976[1]) was a writer of children's literature and a teacher. She was born in Indianapolis, Indiana. She wrote over 400 children's books, her most famous being "Childhood of Famous Americans" and "Children's Classics in Dramatic Form.Childhood of Famous Americans was a series of biographies of famous Americans. The series began in 1932 with Abraham Lincoln, concentrating on his boyhood with a mix of fact and fictional episodes, aimed at children aged 8–12. Published by Indianapolis company Bobbs-Merrill, it was reprinted every year for the next four years. [mehr][weniger]
Augusta Stevenson (1869–1976[1]) was a writer of children's literature and a teacher. She was born in Indianapolis, Indiana. She wrote over 400 children's books, her most famous being "Childhood of Famous Americans" and "Children's Classics in Dramatic Form."[2][3] [mehr][weniger]
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BEVERLY — With portraits, the subject tries on one face, the artist may capture another, and the viewer may see something else. Your projection, my projection. It’s all dreadfully nebulous, but if it weren’t, it would be pat and dull.
“Observance: As I See You, You See Me,” an exhibition of photographic portraits at Montserrat College of Art’s Montserrat Gallery, examines what these shifting valences tell us about identity and societal assumptions. Many of the artists and subjects, people of color or queer, have experienced the walls strangers throw up based on appearance alone.
“#InHonor,” Ervin A. Johnson’s series, esteems American blackness. For his imposing pieces “Ervin” and “Joshua,” Johnson layered and collaged several photos into one portrait, digitally erased skin color, then reapplied it using solvent and paint, distressing the work’s surface. Presented close-cropped on a large scale with golden, coppery skin, these men seem godlike, yet worn and melancholy.
Woe is a keynote in Caleb Cole’s series “Other People Clothes,” elaborately staged scenes in which the artist creates fictional personae. Cole is small and balding, with a peak of red hair, like Tintin. In “February Is Dental Month,” the artist, surrounded by file folders, looks down at us from behind a large desk. We can find a story here, but the expression tells more: alienation, tenderness, perhaps disdain.
Juan José Barboza-Gubo and Andrew Mroczek photographed trans women in classical poses in Lima, Peru. The images invoke religious and cultural iconography, bestowing trappings of power on the women, who might not be welcomed in some corners of their city. “Leyla” is vulnerable yet indefatigable, a stunning nude in a white shawl set in a decrepit room — a glory among ruins.
Art about the slipperiness of identity is not new. But “Observance” reminds us how our projections can dominate our fears, and prompts us to try to look past them.
OBSERVANCE:
As I See You, You See Me
At Montserrat Gallery, Montserrat College of Art, 23 Essex St., Beverly, through April 8. 978-921-4242, www.montserrat.edu/
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Cate McQuaid can be reached at catemcquaid@gmail.com. Follow her on Twitter @cmcq.
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The Mystery of History Volume I
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The Mystery of History, Volume I, 3rd Edition
Introducing The Mystery of History, Volume I in an engaging NEW FORMAT! Our 3rd edition of this beloved history curriculum now looks like Volumes III and IV, with a beautiful full-color hardback Student Reader and an improved Companion Guide. As with Volume IV, a download code for a free digital copy of the new Companion Guide is included in the Student Reader. .
Enjoy one of the first copies hot off the press! Order today!
The Mystery of History, Volume I is written from a Christian, young-earth, perspective, teaching children to see God’s hand throughout history…and how the Gospel of Jesus is the mystery behind all of history! Written in a conversational style, many lessons are presented in the form of mini-biographies, integrating fascinating stories with the events of the time. Covering creation to the resurrection, this curriculum is arranged by quarters and weeks; each quarter begins with an “Around the World” summary of events to introduce the time period; lessons progress chronologically, with each week having 3 lessons, a pretest, review activities (including Memory Cards), and exercise or quiz. This book integrates the text with write-in activity pages. These activity pages are reproducible for in-family use, or students can write directly on the worksheets.
The Student Reader contains 108 exciting lessons in a colorful, easy-to-hold hardback. Divided into 36 weeks, the reader is a stand–alone world history text for all ages to enjoy. But for those who wish to delve deeper, we have included a download code in each book for a digital version of The Mystery of History Companion Guide, Volume I. The reproducible resources of the Companion Guide, also written by Linda Lacour Hobar, contain familiar and popular components of The Mystery of History series: pretests; hands-on activities and research projects for younger, middle, and older students; memory card ideas; bi-weekly quizzes and exercises; timeline helps; maps; supplemental book lists; and more.
Written for 4th- to 5th-grade reading level for independent reading. However, as a read-aloud, family study, or classroom program, The Mystery of History can accommodate grades 1-12.
How many volumes are in The Mystery of History series?
Volume I Creation to the Resurrection: Creation-AD 29 — Pre-order the 3rd Edition now
Volume II The Early Church and the Middle Ages: AD 30-1460
Volume III The Renaissance and Growth of Empires: AD 1461-1707
Volume IV Revolutions, Rising Nations, and the Present day: AD 1708-Present Day
How does MOH work for all ages?
At the end of each lesson, there are activities created specifically for elementary, junior high, and high school users. The lessons are written at a 4th-8th grade level, so it is simple enough for young users to understand while still containing plenty of scholastic information for the older students. By choosing hands-on activities and projects that are appropriate for the student’s age, you could have a Kindergartener and High School student studying together!
Are all of the supplemental resources required?
Yes and no. We created the supplemental resources to enhance your experience with MOH. We want history to be as memorable, practical, and easy-to-use as possible. Most of them are not required, but we do highly recommend them. There are a few things you will need though, including a good historical atlas and a Bible atlas, and both the Reader and Companion Guide are necessary for Volume III, Volume IV has the Companion Guide included.
Is MOH meaty enough for high school students? Could it work as our American history course?
Yes! MOH is very adaptable to any age. Along with the appropriate activities provided for high school students, you may choose to supplement these with additional essays, reading, or related projects. This will work to fulfill high school credit requirements.
Yet, we do not suggest you use MOH as an American History course because it covers history all over the world, not America specifically. If you are looking for an interactive American History course, check out All American History.
I’ve heard of a lot of people who supplement MOH with other curricula. This makes me nervous. Is MOH not enough?
MOH is plenty on its own, it is a complete curriculum. There are several reasons people supplement. Some parents supplement to meet the needs of their children’s extreme interest levels. Others are striving to meet different learning styles of their children. Some homeschoolers are simply “curriculum junkies” (we have some on our staff!) who have trouble stopping at just one and not using everything that’s out there.
Will MOH work well for my co-op?
Yes! MOH is straightforward enough that it is simple to use in a co-op setting. The activities and other supplemental resources you can get a hold of are great for multiple users. You can even purchase in bulk and receive a 30% discount or look into getting a hold of a co-op license to save in costs.
What’s new in the second edition of Volume 1?
We have made some wonderful changes to this classic text. For starters, we have:
Updated the lessons to reflect the most current research,
Included additional teacher support information,
Added answer key maps for the geography component,
Changed or added new illustrations for many lessons,
Added 114+ pages of information, activities, resource lists, and more!
I need advice on how to do a timeline or complete an activity. What do other families do?
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Discover how much excitement maps and geography will add to your learning experience through the amazing features of WonderMaps 1.2 — You can now edit your maps right on your computer with Adobe Reader!
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The Mystery of History Companion Guide, Volume I
The Mystery of History Companion Guide, Volume I is the perfect companion to the ebook and audiobook editions of The Mystery of History, Volume I. This PDF file includes everything from the print edition of the book except the lesson text. Inside, you’ll find a wealth of activities, teaching helps, and reproducibles, all neatly organized at your fingertips. We’ve done the preparation for you, including: memory card ideas, Wall-of-Fame timeline suggestions, grading helps, a supplemental book list, Bible reading list, answer keys, and more!
The Mystery of History, Volume II
The Mystery of History, Volume II explores the time of the Early Church to the Middle Ages from AD 30 to 1460. Your students will discover how God continually reveals Himself in this big-picture look at world events from Pentecost to the printing press. User-friendly format features lively text, quizzes and tests, reviews, projects and activities, timeline and mapping assignments, answer keys, reproducible student pages, and more. 750+ pages
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Resurrection to Revolution (0-1799 AD World History)
This timeline package covers the fall of Rome, Middle Ages, Renaissance, Reformation, Age of Enlightenment, and more!
Included in this packet are over 280 detailed figures dating from the Resurrection to the Revolution (0-1799), timelines ready to cut and assemble, suggested instructions for use and display, and a handy reference sheet of all the people and events. Each figure is approx. 2.5-3.5″ tall. They are printed on a quality cover stock for durability. The timelines are printed on red cover stock, denoting this era.
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The Mystery of History Volume IV to life! Through this 24-disc CD set , you can listen to the professionally recorded stories through the voice of the author, Linda Lacour Hobar. This final audio set matches and completes The Mystery of History Audio Book series. Complete and unabridged, this set includes 24 audio CDs with a total listening time of 27 hours, 11 minutes.
The Mystery of History Volume III Student Reader
The Mystery of History Volume III Student Reader continues the spectacular and provocative study of world history from the viewpoint of a Christian author. Spanning the Renaissance, Reformation, Exploration, and some early American history, this volume explores the backdrop to and the significance surrounding the time-honored contributions found in art, music, literature, science, and philosophy of this rich era. Discover 84 stirring lessons written by Linda Lacour Hobar in a colorful, easy-to-hold hardback.
All-American History Volume II High School Test Packet
This Digital Download includes eight tests, each covering four lessons (weeks) from All American History Volume II. Tests consist of multiple-choice, true/false, matching, and map work questions. The Answer Keys are included. These are reproducible within your own family.
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You can now book tickets for The Wave - Bristol's new surfing attraction
The Wave is the UK's first-ever inland surfing lake and promises hours of fun
It's taken seven years of meticulous planning and lots of fought-out amendments but Bristol's groundbreaking surfing attraction will be taking bookings from 12pm today (Tues, Aug 20).
The first-ever inland surfing lake, opening on the outskirts of our city, promises thrill-seekers the chance to ride 1,000 perfect waves an hour.
Built on a 70-acre farmland site in Easter Compton, riders can now purchase their ticket for a sessions on the surfing lagoon.
The Wave's crowdfunders and Early Riders are being offered the first chance to book lessons and spaces at the venue.
Popular Bristol bar set to close three years after opening in city centre
For advanced surfers, they'll be able to practise their skills on waves peaking at 1.9 metres, which last for around 15 seconds.
But bosses want the attraction to cater for all abilities so there is also the chance to ride waves which reaches just over half a metre.
The surf sessions at The Wave will cost £40-45 for an adult and £30-35 for a child depending on the time of year and day of the week. A 1.5hr surf session with coaching will cost £55-60 for an adult and £45-50 for a child.
All prices always include everything you need, including wetsuit and surfboards.
Once open, fans will be able to surf during daylight hours, which will of course vary throughout the year.
It look likes the site is set to launch in November, when customers can use the lake between 9am to 5pm.
Alongside the 185m-long lake there will also be a restaurant, surf shop, gardens for visitors to explore and 25 glamping pods which visiting surfers will use as accommodation.
The Wave is the brainchild of Nick Hounsfield who teamed up with Wavegarden to construct the major project.
For more information about booking your place, click here.
Things to do in Bristol
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Ohio State football | Curtis Samuel relishes the challenge of big games
Tim May
Sep 17, 2016 at 12:01 AM Sep 18, 2016 at 2:42 AM
NORMAN, Okla. " Romps over Bowling Green and Tulsa were fun, but hybrid back Curtis Samuel said the main reason he signed with third-ranked Ohio State three years ago was the chance to play in a game like Saturday night's against 14th-ranked Oklahoma.
'Definitely,' Samuel said. 'I didn't come to Ohio State to play in those (lesser-magnitude) types of games. I came here to play against top teams, and play real tough games, and go out there and perform at the highest level.'
>> More stories on Ohio State's romp at Oklahoma
He stepped up early, taking a handoff out of the backfield and cutting up the left sideline 36 yards for a touchdown on fourth-and-1. He took advantage of blocks from receiver Terry McLaurin and running back Mike Weber on the play.
>> Got a question about the Buckeyes? Ask the experts!
Samuel expected to be a focal point of the offense Saturday night, just as he had been the first two weeks. Those represented proof to the hybrid back " equal parts running back and receiver " that rather than griping about his use during the first two seasons of his career, his patience had paid off.
'I wasn't frustrated at all; I knew my time would come,' Samuel said of his career. 'I just had to stay patient and just prepare myself for when the time does come.'
It came in the first game this season, and he responded with 13 carries for 84 yards and nine catches for 177 yards in a 77-10 win over Bowling Green. He followed that with eight carries for 78 yards and five catches for 62 yards in the 48-3 win over Tulsa.
'I'm happy where I'm at (in terms of a multi-dimensional position); I get a chance to go out there and show my teammates what I can do, and just lead those guys and help this team win,' Samuel said before the Oklahoma game.
He has envisioned this season as a showcase after his apprenticeship at two positions.
'Freshman year, I played mostly all running back,' Samuel said. 'So I'm familiar with the plays and I understand everything that's going on with our protections and schemes and everything. And last year I played mostly slot (receiver), so coming in this year it was just about putting those two together and go out there and just do what I'm supposed to do.'
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Browns notebook: No interview set up with Urban Meyer, owner says focus on candidates who have ‘NFL coaching experience'
Nate Ulrich Beacon Journal
Jan 2, 2020 at 7:54 PM Jan 2, 2020 at 8:08 PM
BEREA — Former Ohio State football coach Urban Meyer is not a Browns head coaching candidate unless he becomes one.
"Right now, we’re just focusing on people with NFL coaching experience," Browns owner Jimmy Haslam said Thursday when asked during a news conference whether Meyer is a candidate.
But Bruce Feldman of Fox Sports reported earlier Thursday he’s heard the Browns have strong interest in Meyer.
"I think it’s pretty clear what I said [about Meyer not being a candidate]," Haslam said when a media member told him about Feldman's report.
Feldman works with Meyer, a college football studio analyst for Fox Sports who holds an assistant athletics director title at Ohio State. Meyer had also been linked to the Browns weeks ago by Jason La Canfora of CBS Sports.
Yet the Browns have no interview scheduled with Meyer, a person familiar with the team’s search said.
The QB
Baker Mayfield will soon become the fourth quarterback to have four different head coaches in his first three NFL seasons, according to the Elias Sports Bureau via ESPN. Mayfield will also soon have a second general manager.
When former Browns GM John Dorsey drafted Mayfield first overall in 2018, Hue Jackson was the head coach, followed by interim Gregg Williams and then Freddie Kitchens.
Haslam was asked about the lack of continuity potentially harming Mayfield, who regressed in 2019 after a promising rookie season.
"Baker caught a lot of grief this year," Haslam said. "I think with everything that was put on his plate both in terms of leadership and as a player, his first full year [as a starter], he did a remarkable job. We need to do everything we can to help Baker realize his full potential. That’s something all of us in the organization are focused on."
With the Browns searching for a head coach and a GM, significant roster changes in the offseason cannot be ruled out.
"There could be some changes in the roster, but we have a pretty solid group of core players who are all extremely young," Haslam said.
The "core players" Haslam named, in this order, were cornerback Greedy Williams, 22; linebacker Mack Wilson, 21; safety Sheldrick Redwine, 23; cornerback Denzel Ward, 22; Mayfield, 24; wide receivers Jarvis Landry, 27, and Odell Beckham Jr., 27; and defensive end Myles Garrett, 24.
"That core group of players is very young," Haslam said. "I can't imagine anybody wanting to change that group."
Analytics enthusiast
Haslam spoke as if he's all in on analytics.
"If Baker is better out of a certain formation or certain play, we’re going to try to put him in position where he can be successful," Haslam said. "That’s all analytics is. It’s using data to help you make better decisions."
Asked if the Browns got away from taking advantage of analytics under Dorsey and Kitchens, Haslam said, "I think there’s a tremendous opportunity for us to do better in that area is all I can say."
Chief Strategy Officer Paul DePodesta, of course, is one of the most well-known analytics gurus in the history of sports.
The former Major League Baseball executive of "Moneyball" fame will be running the hiring process during the searches for a head coach and a GM.
"I think Paul is a very smart individual, very strategic and very disciplined in his decision-making process," Haslam said. "He has been a good thought partner for us.
"We think Paul is really good at this type of position [in the searches]. If you think about it, all he has done his whole adult life is gather data to help make good decisions, so we think he is ideally suited to lead this process."
As for whether DePodesta will rise to control football operations, Haslam ruled it out.
"Paul’s job will stay exactly the same as it is now," Haslam said. "He is in charge of strategy. He reports to ownership. Nothing will change. He will do everything he can to support the GM and the head coach."
Nate Ulrich can be reached at nulrich@thebeaconjournal.com. Read his Browns coverage at www.beaconjournal.com/browns. Follow him on Twitter at www.twitter.com/ByNateUlrich and on Facebook www.facebook.com/abj.sports.
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Cardiff Music Awards Announce Line Up & Tickets Go Live
CMAs are pleased to announce the full line up at the awards ceremony.
The Cardiff Music Awards recognises the achievements, successes and talents of organisations and individuals who have helped enhance Cardiff’s unique and diverse music scene. Aside from the awards, the CMAs aim to showcase some of Cardiff’s outstanding talent by carefully selecting live acts for their appeal and live stature.
Act one is GRL TLK. These two girls cut their teeth playing at Cardiff’s best independent clubs and now spin tunes for some of the UK most exciting brands and parties. They have played parties for the likes of Urban Outfitters, Topshop, Warehouse, Grazia and Beyond Retro, plus supporting the likes of Keiza, AlunaGeorge, Zane Lowe and Huw Stephens.
Act two is Rainbow Maniac. Shades of 60’s psychedelia, blues-rock and punk permeate the airways when these guys are playing. The Cardiff four-piece are big fans of hefty guitar sounds and supercharged, foot to the floor rock and roll, not shying away from bringing their personalities to life with their music. Rousing stuff, absolutely worth flinging yourself about to.
The notorious ‘Black Rainbow’ tattoo, branded onto the skin of a few Cardiffians, might lead you to think of Rainbow Maniac as a second-hand Libertines, and as flattered as they would be to hear that, Rainbow Maniac are something brand new.
Act three is HMS Morris, a Welsh Art-Pop group that delve into the wonky, odd-ball side of psychedelia, finding the balance between bold experimentalism without giving up accessibility. With an undercurrent of post-punk edginess, the group toy with colliding synthesisers and cooing vocals and still manage to create something cohesive and alluring (Clunk).
Released in November 2016, the band’s debut album ‘Interior Design’ is ‘a real trip, a multi- dimensional sound that traipses across hitherto unexplored regions of sound’ (Clash). It earned the band a nomination for 2017’s Welsh Music Prize and a showcase at Indie Week Canada. The follow up is on its way very soon…
Act four is Afro Cluster. The Cardiff based band renowned for their unique and exciting blend of Afro funk and Hip-Hop. Utilizing cuts, a full horn section and rhythm section as well the MC stylings of Skunkadelic, they’ve been frequently described as having a colossal sound and an explosive live show. After 2016’s critically acclaimed EP ‘We Don Land’, the band is currently writing their debut album for release in the near future.
The awards will take place at Tramshed Cardiff on Thursday 29th March 2018, 6pm-late.
Tickets go on sale Friday 26th January and are priced at £15.
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Ethiopian Airlines flew into the record books last month as 350 members of staff came together to create what the Guinness World Records organisation certified was the largest human image of an aircraft.
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Last week, Sir Nigel Rudd was most forthright in his views regarding London's airport requirements as the outgoing chairman of Heathrow Plc. He expressed regret at the government's delay in coming to a decision, as well as offering a few observations on Gatwick. ON THE SOAPBOX 11 July 2016
Naturally, this has resulted in a response by Sir Roy McNulty, his opposite number at the south London airport, and like Sir Nigel a successful businessman with an impressive CV.
Brexit means just one thing. The UK will become even more dependent on global trade, and that means getting our future South East runway (ie port capacity – Heathrow is Britain’s largest by value) needs sorted out. And quickly, before the ruthless competitors latch on to what is happening. With London’s air capacity full, how are our salesmen going to get to all the new markets in the rest of the world, and how are these customers going to come to us?
Three top hotel brands, Fairmont, Raffles and Swissotel, have changed hands with the acquisition of FRHI Hotels and Resorts by AccorHotels.
Predictable post-Brexit concerns voiced at last week’s annual UK Aviation Reception took on a new note as the event coincided with Theresa May’s appointment as prime minister and speakers urged action on the new government.
A 6% cut in winter-schedule capacity between the US and the UK was announced last week by Delta Air Lines in an apparent reaction to the Brexit vote and the falling value of sterling against the US dollar.
Britain’s new secretary of state for transport was named by prime minister Theresa May on Thursday as Chris Grayling, 54, the long-standing MP for Epson and Ewell and a champion of Brexit. Yesterday he said he wanted to move quickly on a decision on airport expansion.
While the vast majority of travellers using Heathrow T5 are on British Airways flights, few are booked Club Europe. BA’s Business Class is often company policy for long-haul but not for domestic, Irish or continental flights. Many BA regulars are not eligible for one of the three Galleries offerings.
Chinese regional carrier Ruili Airlines last week signalled the launch of long-haul international service when it finalised an order at Farnborough for six Boeing 787-9 Dreamliners, valued at US$1.59bn at current list prices.
In one of the most significant orders announced at Farnborough, Norwegian is to substitute 30 Airbus A321LRs for part of its commitment signed in June 2012 for 100 A320neo aircraft.
Virgin Atlantic and Airbus set the tone for this year’s Farnborough last week with an eve-of-show US$4.4bn (£3.3bn) firm order for 12 Airbus A350-1000s, a deal welcomed in one of his last public statements as prime minister by David Cameron.
Last Friday the all new Bombardier CSeries short- to medium-range single-aisle passenger jet operated a scheduled service for the first time.
Flying for SWISS, the fully-booked 125-seat two-class Dash 100 aircraft took just 1hr 25min for the inaugural flight from Zurich to Paris Charles de Gaulle.
There is absolutely no truth in the rumour that Jeremy Clarkson has been recruited as Secretary of State for Transport.
Celebrations to mark the 20th anniversary of direct flights to Arizona have been held at British Airways with a traditional water-cannon salute at Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport (PHX) and other events.
New Malaysia Airlines CEO Peter Bellew (BTN 4 July) is already making his impact at the company with the introduction of bargain fares to various destinations including Australia.
Organisers of Farnborough 2016 on Friday hailed the show a major success as the five trade days ended with orders and options totalling US$123.9bn – against industry expectations.
Ritz-Carlton is to open a second hotel complex on China’s only tropical island of Hainan, known as the Hawaii of the East, after signing a management agreement with a local development company.
Sukhoi trumped the appearance of its Superjet 100 (SSJ100) at Farnborough by taking the concept to a new level with a luxury version designed for professional athletes and sports teams.
Tianjin Airlines of China has become the latest carrier to announce it is adding New Zealand to its schedules, with flights expected to lift-off in December.
Confirming its intention to “expand business opportunities around the world”, Qatar Airways is buying a 49% stake in the Italian carrier Meridiana and is to acquire up to 10% of the Chile-based Latam Airline Group’s total shares through a capital increase.
Air services to and from the UK and Turkey edged back towards normality yesterday in the aftermath of Friday’s failed coup, though would-be passengers were still being urged to check with their airlines before attempting to travel.
Representatives from Luton Airport, which is planning a new mass-transit link for passengers (BTN 18 April), and the Heathrow Express and Gatwick Express rail services are among speakers lined up for the Global AirRail 2016 conference in Helsinki from 9-11 November.
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Port Townsend Family Receives $23.9 Million Verdict in Case against Jefferson Healthcare after Medical Errors Lead to Baby’s Permanent Brain Injury, According to Luvera Law Firm
PORT TOWNSEND, Wash.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--A jury decided a $23.9 million verdict in favor of a Port Townsend family whose baby suffered permanent brain injury when she slowly suffocated during labor and delivery at Jefferson Healthcare Medical Center in 2014. The verdict against Jefferson County Public Hospital District, which operates the medical center and several other area clinics, was handed down Friday, Dec. 20, 2019 in Kitsap County Superior Court.
The jury agreed with plaintiffs Anna Scott and Zachary Burke that doctors and nurses missed several critical signs their baby Lana was in distress during delivery with her umbilical cord wrapped around her neck, depriving her of oxygen. The baby, who was born blue and needed extensive resuscitation to begin breathing on her own, suffers permanent brain damage that will severely limit her mental and physical capabilities for the rest of her life.
At trial, attorneys for Scott and Burke argued that medical providers used a fetal heart monitor during delivery, but failed to realize that it was picking up the mother’s heartbeat – not the baby’s – for most of the last three hours before birth, misleading them into thinking the baby was fine.
“Lana was essentially strangled by her own umbilical cord and Jefferson Healthcare medical providers did nothing to intervene,” said Robert Gellatly of Luvera Law Firm, the attorney representing Scott and Burke. “The medical team’s actions – or inactions – deprived her of oxygen, leaving Lana profoundly brain injured."
Medical experts contend there are several safety measures that labor and delivery teams can use to prevent what’s known as maternal and fetal heart rate confusion, including easy fixes such as routinely taking the mother’s heart rate separately and comparing it to the fetal strip to see if they are identical, according to court documents.
In this case, Jefferson Healthcare did not have those protocols in place. The healthcare providers only took Scott’s heart rate one time in nearly four hours – and then, even though it perfectly matched the heart tracing, they failed to confirm possible confusion or take action to help the baby, the claim states. The care team also missed the fact that the heart rate being recorded was accelerating with each contraction, which often occurs with the mother’s heart but is unusual for the baby.
“There were many opportunities to see that Lana was in trouble, but the medical team missed every one of them,” Scott said. “Now Lana will have to live with the consequences of the Jefferson Healthcare providers’ poor decisions for the rest of her life.”
Diagnosed with severe brain injury shortly after birth, doctors expect that Lana Burke will have permanent cognitive impairment, speech and language deficits, and impaired motor skills. Now almost six years old, she can walk unsteadily but can’t dress or properly feed herself.
“Lana is such a blessing in our lives, and has the most beautiful smile and heart – but she will need care for the rest of her life, and this verdict ensures she has a financial safety net to sustain her for decades to come,” Scott said. “It’s equally important to Zach and me that other parents know about this critical safety issue, and for Jefferson Healthcare to be held accountable so that we can help prevent this from happening to another family.”
About Luvera Law Firm:
Luvera Law Firm is a nationally recognized firm, with high standards of ethical conduct. The firm specializes in medical malpractice, brain injury, death and other major damage cases, and seeks justice for clients as well as positive changes in corporate and governmental behavior. Find more at www.luveralawfirm.com.
Annie Alley
Firmani + Associates, Inc.
Annie@firmani.com
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Cuff's Wearable Technology Keeps You (and Your Mom and Your Friends) Safe
By Tori Telfer
"Wearable technology" is a dude-centric buzzword these days, as well as a total race to the top; i.e., whoever brings wearable tech from dream to reality will make millions! MILLIONS! The biggest challenge for a really successful piece of wearable technology lies in hitting that sweet spot between functionality (we could have a bracelet that plays through our iTunes library…but do we need a bracelet that plays through our iTunes library?) and aesthetics (despite a recent "stylish" redesign, Google Glass is still weird-looking).
But a new jewelry collection has managed to hit that sweet spot and then some. Cuff, a line of smart jewelry born out of a dinner party conversation between designers and techies about the future of technology, puts just as much of an emphasis on form as on function. Co-founder Deepa Sood, the former VP of Product Development at Restoration Hardware, knows that if the pieces don't look good, they won't sell — no matter how many clever tricks they can perform.
The Cuff jewelry pieces are simply and pretty: a thick gold bangle, leather wristbands, an opera-inspired beaded necklace. But as the tired aphorism goes, it's what's on the inside that counts. Hidden inside each piece of Cuff jewelry is a tiny wireless component called a CuffLinc™, which, when pressed for three seconds, instantly delivers an emergency alert to everyone in the wearer's chosen network.
This network, which Cuff is calling your "protective circle," is set up beforehand via the Cuff app. You can add whoever you want to your network as long as they have the app, too — they don't need to own a piece of Cuff jewelry. (This is good news for Dad, who'd rather not wear a gold bracelet, but will sleep better at night knowing you've got yours on.)
Different tapping patterns can be set up to send different messages — for example, two quick taps could send your fiancé a pre-composed message asking him to start dinner STAT or the wedding is off— but the really exciting thing about Cuff is the simply, savvy role it promises to play in personal safety. "Our goal is to re-imagine what wearables and what personal security can look like," Sood told us. "There seems to be a consensus that personal safety doesn't warrant good design — we disagree!"
Here's how those emergency alerts really work. Let's say your car breaks down in the middle of nowhere and you're pretty sure there's a crazed farmer with a pitchfork stumbling toward you through the nearby fields. Press your bracelet for three seconds, and your pre-programmed network will receive an SOS message that includes the GPS location of your phone, along with any other information you've programmed into your app for emergency alerts (information about medication, for example). The SOS is subtle; no beeping sounds or flashing lights to attract unwanted attention, just a brief vibration to let you know that the message was sent. Your little CuffLinc is also persistent, and will keep sending regular alerts to your circle until someone responds. As an extra bonus, it's waterproof and holds a charge for a year, so all you have to worry about is actually wearing it — and staying out of dark cornfields.
The jewelry is available for pre-order now, but products won't ship until the fall. Still, Cuff hopes to eventually work with other jewelers — maybe even independent Etsy designers — to create a huge line of jewelry that works with the CuffLinc, so if a leather wristband isn't your style, hopefully you'll find something you like soon. Sleek, personalized jewelry that just wants to protect you? Maybe the dream of wearable tech really is coming true.
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All The 'Game Of Thrones' Season 7 Clues In The New Trailer — VIDEO
Macall B. Polay/courtesy of HBO
Stop everything, we have a new Game of Thrones Season 7 trailer to devour. "The great war begins," and we're in for a lot of battles in the HBO series' penultimate outing, with lots of horses and lots of maps. There is plenty of both fire and ice but winter is finally here, Daenerys has made it to Westeros, new alliances have formed, and House Lannister is taking what is probably a last stand.
Earlier this week fans learned that Game of Thrones Season 7 will move faster than previous seasons in terms of pace. With so many major characters finally able and willing to wage war, this is not surprising. The new trailer puts that in action immediately. I'm already shocked to see Lannister troops fighting the Unsullied already. The trailer also puts women front and center. Melisandre is on her own, Arya has a cool horse, and what started as the "War of the Five Kings" now has as least two Queens.
I can't tell by looking at him whether Jon Snow knows who his mother and father are, and there aren't any White Walkers or wights in the trailer, but the threat is certainly real and there are plenty of clues about what's to come. Watch the new footage below, and then let's get to speculating.
Duskendale
Most of the Houses and locations on the map during Cersei's initial narration about having enemies everywhere are familiar to fans — House Arryn at the Vale, and Castle Black. However, "Duskendale" shows up representing the East. This port town between King's Landing and Dragonstone could become important.
Cersei's Not Messing Around
I'm not surprised that when the Lannister finally has her chance to be a war strategist, she goes all out and commissions a map she can stand on. How much do you wanna bet she pretends to be Godzilla when nobody's watching?
Tyrion Having Doubts?
Probably just jitters about returning home — right?
Daenerys Arrives At Dragonstone
It's what she's waited for since birth. I hope her true home doesn't disappoint.
Melisandre Is Peeping
Who is she watching? Where is she? That is a wall but based on the running water I don't think it can be the Wall. Something to the South has caught her attention.
Could Sansa Be Jon's Hand?
I'd love that, and if Winterfell insists on potentially dooming him with the "King of the North" title, it's the least Jon can do.
Theon Meets A Dragon, Maybe
Oh, please don't let this be that storyline from the books.
Someone Else Is Watching
Who is that. He kind of looks like a Tully, but it's hard to say. Maybe it's a flashback. Maybe it's Howland Reed, witnessing Jon's birth.
Jon Snow Is Over Littlefinger
I had to make this one a gif because I can't stop watching it. Finally! I wonder what Littlefinger could have done to enrage Jon — it could be literally anything.
Someone Lends A Hand
Gendry? I'm just kidding, I have no idea whose bloody hand this is.
New 'Ship Alert
I was kind of hoping for Yara and Daenerys, but Ellaria is cool too.
An Early Defeat
Who's knocking down a Lannister lion? Is Cersei's regime that short-lived?
The trailer also hints — well, Davos states it pretty plainly — at the need for unity in Westeros against the White Walkers. With multiple factions still at war, this might be difficult to achieve. However, as Game of Thrones Season begins and this epic saga starts nearing to a close, it'll be interesting to see if these characters can put the Iron Throne behind them and band together.
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By Jessica McQuaid | October 3, 2018 | Community, PCS
Kalila was not only tired of living paycheck to paycheck, she was ready to do something about it.
It’s a dilemma faced by most of the 29,000 low-income working families across New Hampshire. In nearly half of them, a single mother – like Kalila – is solely responsible for raising and supporting their children. In Kalila’s case, it’s Sydney, her energetic, smart and sweet nine-year-old daughter. Kalila puts in tireless hours at a manufacturing equipment company in Atkinson help make ends meet for the both of them.
They are fortunate to own their own home, but that doesn’t mean they are immune from their fair share of challenges.
Case in point: every summer, Sydney has one simple request: to attend summer camp. But finding the money to a make that happen is a bit complicated.
“Despite having a steady income, gathering an extra $1,500 was close to impossible. But I didn’t want to let my daughter down,” Kalila recalls.
Things got even more complex when Kalila fell behind on her property taxes.
“It was so bad that it got to a point where I was afraid to check the mail,” she says.
It was at a local food pantry in Plaistow in 2016 when Kalila first heard about Catholic Charities New Hampshire.
“I didn’t know anything about Catholic Charities,” she says. “But I’m glad my life path took me to this wonderful organization.”
Building a Financially Stable Future, One Goal at a Time
Kalila started with financial fitness classes taught by Judy Nelson, a parish outreach coordinator at Catholic Charities’ district office in Salem.
“They teach you the basics, which if you know anything about financial fitness, there’s little basic about it!” she says about her time spent in class. “There’s a lot to learn, but it’s knowledge that’s essential for someone like me to move my life forward.”
The financial fitness classes are a series of workshops, which a client is sometimes required to complete when working on a Life Plan, a set of strategic short- and long-term goals addressing the root causes of one’s challenges and identifying ways to successfully overcome them . For Kalila, that started with setting a budget.
“Everything is on paper now,” she says. “You don’t truly see where your money goes until you write it all out, and then you can see what’s happening.”
With Judy’s support and the guidance of her new budget, Kalila was able to negotiate a payment plan with the town for her taxes. If everything goes according to plan, she’ll be out of debt by the end of this year.
“It’s so liberating,” Kalila exclaims.
Life Lessons That Keep on Giving
Now, Judy is helping Kalila reach her bigger goals, like working on her credit score and putting away six months of savings.
“She’s incredibly self-motivated,” Judy says of Kalila. “Once she understands what she needs to do, she will go out and do it. What inspires me the most is how she’s taken what she’s learned to heart and is eager and enthusiastic in working toward her goals.”
Kalila will check her budget at least twice a day, assessing how every dollar spent fits within her budget. She knows the difference between what is essential and what she can hold off on. She reads online financial blogs daily to pick up even more tips. And she’s hopeful she can share her new newfound knowledge with others in need.
It was this self-motivation that pushed Kalila further. She has babysat and cleaned houses to make extra money. And for the first time, she’s setting money aside for Sydney’s summer camp a year ahead of time.
But her daughter will be doing much more than going to camp.
“We’re going on a lot more trips,” Kalila says, the smile evident in her voice. “It’s something I used to do, and now, thanks to Catholic Charities’ financial literacy program, I can share the joy of traveling with my daughter.”
In fact, the pair ventured to the Jersey Shore this past Fourth of July, and they have even bigger plans for the future.
Together they decorated an old shoe box and called it the money box. They are taking part in the 52-week money challenge, placing a certain amount, based on the week of the year, into the box every week. It’s $1 for Week One, $2 for Week Two, and so on – all the way to $52 the last week of December. At the end of the year, they’ll use the money for a big trip.
“I asked my daughter where she wanted to go, and she said Paris,” Kalila exclaims with joy. “I was thinking something domestic – but I’m hopeful we can make it happen together.
And that’s just it. It’s a team effort. Sydney picked up on her mother’s financial fitness skills and has been practicing some of her own.
“She wants to help pitch in toward the trip to Paris for her birthday,” Kalila says. “And I know she will.”
Kalila no longer worries about what she might find in the mail. Instead, she’s looking forward to a better future for her daughter, one that includes travel, summer camp – and just like her mother, plenty of budget savviness.
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Tag: Deputy National Publicity Secretary
Oyegun Is Incompetent – Timi Frank
The Deputy National Publicity Secretary, of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Timi Frank, says the party is not speaking in one voice due to lack of unity and internal crisis.
He clearly stated that the party was not supporting President Muhammadu Buhari’s fight against corruption, as much as it should, due to an “incompetent leadership” that can stand and support the President’s idea on corruption.
“As at today, I can clearly tell you that because of the internal wrangling, the party is not doing enough.
“It is a very big problem. Until we put our acts together or have a competent national chairman that can put everybody together, then I can tell you as a party we should be able to support the president on the fight against corruption.
“As at today I can tell you clearly the party is not doing anything.”
Speaking as a guest on Channels Television’s Sunrise Daily, Mr. Frank insisted that the party was in crisis.
Factions in APC
Mr Frank declined giving details in clear basics about the factions but stated that there are aggrieved members in the party whose actions were affecting the unity and growth of the party.
He emphasised that the party was in crisis and had refused to let Nigerians know the situation of the party.
“Part of the issues affecting the party is the vacant positions in the seat of deputies. There are lots of acting deputies which have not been given a functional position.”
When asked who controls the APC? He said the “national chairman was not in control but being controlled by certain forces”.
“We cannot have a national chairman that is controlled by the people, rather a chairman that will bring the people together”
He urged the APC to work together in unity to ensure that President Buhari’s fight against corruption could be successful.
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Case Study: Sally’s Cottages
Google Adwords, SEO
I started working with Sally’s Cottages in 2013, initially on their SEO with the aim of getting them to be Number One for a number of organic search phrases on search engines. Latterly, I began managing both their SEO and Adwords PPC presence.
At that time, Sally’s Cottages’ SEO visibility had a penalty from Google’s Penguin Update in April 2012 that targeted poor link building that had been carried out historically. Their SEO visibility therefore had potential to improve in terms of widening keyword targeting and boosting their rankings.
Being a Cumbrian-based holiday letting agency with local knowledge, Sally’s Cottages and I were positively able to increase the content on their website. Enhancements included writing new pieces and improving the content of their website. This not only helped with the search engines, but was of benefit to visitors browsing the site too.
The traffic levels for Sally’s Cottages have risen year-on-year and, despite the floods in December 2015, traffic in 2016 was 37% higher than 2015. Online bookings were also 28.9% higher in 2016 than 2015.
As of March 2017 the website now ranks on the first page of Google for over 1,000 different search queries. There’s also a total of 8,455 phrases ranking in organic search (Source: SEMRush).
Sally’s Cottages is now no.1 in Google for the biggest volume search phrase i.e. ‘Lake District Cottages’, as well as ‘Self Catering Lake District’ and ‘Cottages Lake District’, outranking national competitors including Sykes, TripAdvisor and Homeaway.
Since the work undertaken to remove the Google penalty, there has been a 200% increase in visibility. Traffic in January and February 2017 was 94% higher overall than in the previous year, with organic traffic from search up 141%. Online bookings were also up by 73%.
The SEMRush Data tool now values Sally’s Cottages’ organic presence as worth £46.8k a month, almost double their nearest competitor.
The Google Adwords Campaign now provides a superb ROI with an average CTR (click-through-rate) of over 30% – the national average for the travel industry is 2% – and a very competitive cost-per-booking.
Sally Fielding, founder of Sally’s Cottages, says “Working with Charlotte has been one of the best decisions we’ve made. She has been a totally positive force in helping us go from strength to strength. She’s not afraid of a challenge and really knows her stuff!”
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© Cheryl Frances-Hoad 2019
Between the Skies,
the River and the Hills
For Piano and Orchestra
(2018) 26 minutes
Commissioned by South Bank Sinfonia and premiered by Ivana Gavric and the orchestra, conducted by Karin Hendrickson at St. John's Waterloo, London on the 7th June 2018.
Programme note
Between the Skies, the River and the Hills takes its inspiration from three sources: Haydn's Keyboard Concerto no. 11 in D major, the Sarajevan folk-tune Kad ja pođoh na Bembašu (When I went to Bembasa), and the Nobel Prize-winning historical novel The Bridge Over the Drina by Ivo Andrić.
All three movements take quotes from Andrić's book as their starting points. The central Scherzando plays with an altered version of a Bosnian Round Dance (also featured by Haydn in his concerto), and is based on a chapter in which the town drunk dances across the icy bridge after too many plum brandies (when slipping would mean certain death). On the face of it, it is a silly story, but in Andrić's hands the tale of Corkan the One-Eyed becomes a complex and poetic tale about courage and faith, human relationships and potential.
The closing movement repeats the Sarajevan folk tune (widely considered to be the unofficial anthem of the town) over and over, until a fortissimo climax and closing piano cadenza.
I "..between the skies, the river and the hills, generation after generation learnt not to mourn overmuch what the troubled waters has borne away. They entered into the unconscious philosophy of the town; that life was an incomprehensible marvel, since it was incessantly wasted and spent, yet none the less it lasted and endured 'like the bridge on the Drina.'”
II "...for the rest of their lives they would remember, together with the lines of their own bridge, the
picture of Corkan the One-Eyed, that man so well known to them who now, transfigured and light,
danced daringly and joyously as if transported by magic, walked where it was forbidden to walk
and where no one ever dares to go."
III “Forgetfulness heals everything and song is the most beautiful manner of forgetting, for in man feels only what he loves.”
© Cheryl Frances-Hoad, 2018
"Frances-Hoad’s substantial piano concerto takes its title, Between the Skies, the River and the Hills, and much of its inspiration from Ivo Andrić’s Nobel Prize-winning novel The Bridge Over the Drina. The evocative opening movement often brings to mind Britten at his painterly best – listen starting around 4'00", where the music’s powerful waves are made woozy by woodwind glissandos – while the central Scherzando has a caustic, Prokofiev-like bite. In the finale, marked Lento lamentoso, the folk melody that was essential to Gavrić’s commision becomes the repeated bass line in a broad passacaglia; this gives solid structure to the movement while simultaneously conjuring an aural image of the tune wandering in search of its home.
The solo part is often quite spare, particularly in the first half of the finale, where it seems to go its own way until 8'32" when piano and orchestra suddenly come together – a stunning moment that packs an emotional punch, and that’s eloquently projected here. Indeed, this is a gripping performance, thanks in large part to Karin Hendrickson’s sure and sensitive conducting of the Southbank Sinfonia."
Andrew Farach-Colton, Gramophone Magazine
“The Haydn influence was clear from the start of the Andante first movement with its limpid textures, fine sense of balance and proportion and subtle discourse between soloist and orchestra. Over timpani rolls and glissandos, the piano unfolded an ardent, long-breathed theme to which first the bass clarinet, then oboe and flutes in turn added their songlike counterpoint. The material gained considerable intensity as it unfolded, the wind players at times offering textures lit with exotic tone colours.
The central Scherzando evokes a passage in the novel concerning a local town drunk who, dancing ‘daringly and joyously’, manages to cross the impassably ice bridge. This was a true scherzo, deft and droll, and driven by lightly-accompanied, crisply articulated piano writing. At the end of this knowing and spikily witty movement, there was a moment of unvarnished tenderness as the flutes’ lyrical lines ascended into the heights, hinting at the jolly drunkard’s transfiguration.
In the score the Lento finale is headed by the following illuminating quote from Ivo Andric’s novel: “Forgetfulness heals everything and song is the most beautiful manner of forgetting, for in song man feels only what he loves.” Muted lower strings gave out an expressive folk tune, regarded as the unofficial anthem of Sarajevo and this poignant melody was then taken up by diverse woodwind groupings in a series of increasingly richly-scored variants. At times, the passionate intensity of the material was reminiscent of Andrezej Panufnik’s anti-war Sinfonia Elegiaca. In the aftermath of a full orchestral climax the piano was allowed to take over the theme, quietly and simply. This lead into a compact by deeply felt cadenza, following which piano revisited its theme from the opening of the concerto, punctuated by enduring bowed vibraphone strokes. With these hushed, etherial sounds reverberating in the listeners’ memories, the piece drew to a close.
Cheryl Frances-Hoad has fashioned a concertante work that combines classical elegance with a warmly romantic sensibility and yet speaks eloquently for our own troubled times…it deserves to achieve many further performances.”
Paul Conway, Musical Opinion
Performance history (post-premiere)
15th August, 2018 - Ivana Gavric and Southbank Sinfornia, conducted by Simon Over at the Konzerthaus, Berlin (German Premiere)
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As Crain's goes to press . . .
Late headlines from Monday's issue
Lollapalooza a hit, city mulls '06 replay
Chicago Park District officials and organizers of last month's Lollapalooza are scheduled to meet shortly after Labor Day to discuss the possibility of bringing the music festival back to the lakefront for a second year. Spokesmen for both groups say this year's event was both an artistic and financial success, earning the district more than $400,000 despite sweltering weather. [Greg Hinz]
State Farm cuts rates again for Ill. motorists
For the second time this year, State Farm has cut insurance rates for Illinois drivers. The 1.6% decline, which went into effect Aug. 1, follows a 5% cut in Illinois auto rates in March. [Steve Daniels]
Property values rising faster than tax bills
Local property tax bills are rising, but not as fast as property values are, particularly for industrial owners, according to a study being issued Monday by the Civic Federation. Attributing the phenomenon to rapid growth in the overall tax base in recent years, the Chicago tax policy group says the effective tax rate dropped most for industrial property in Chicago, from 4.34% in 1999 to 1.76% in 2003. Smaller decreases were noted for other classes of property and in most suburban areas. [Greg Hinz]
City dance companies to start ticket site
Chicago dance companies are launching an online clearinghouse for ticket sales Sept. 6. Participating dance companies still are being finalized, but visitors to SeeChicagoDance.com will be able to buy tickets for large local companies. Also expected to be available will be tickets for and information about touring productions and smaller companies. [Jeremy Mullman]
Software firm Univa raises $8 million in VC
Chicago software developer Univa plans to announce this week that it's raised $8 million from venture capitalists including Chicago's Arch Venture Partners and New World Ventures. Founded in 2004 by veterans of Argonne National Laboratory's supercomputer team, Univa's technology helps companies tap the open-source software that scientists employ to connect scores of computers to gain super-fast processing speed. [Julie Johnsson]
Trib mag Satisfaction hits streets this week
Satisfaction, Tribune's new magazine aimed at people nearing retirement, debuts this week. The glossy title, which visually resembles Tribune's Chicago magazine, is being mailed free to Chicago-area homes in its target demographic. [Jeremy Mullman]
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Tue 21 February 2012
Good for its age?
Chris Hallam wonders why some comedies date better than others
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Competition, schmompetition
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Stop press: There's more to stand-up than a single gig
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The most influential comic you've never heard of
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There are no days off when you're a comedian
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“What I'm saying might be profane, but it's also profound”
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New Hampshire Lawmaker Calls Pope 'Anti-Christ' for Dissing Trump
CP Current Page: Politics | Tuesday, February 23, 2016
By Katherine Weber, Christian Post Reporter | Tuesday, February 23, 2016
Pope Francis waves to the crowd while arriving to celebrate Mass in San Cristobal de las Casas, February 15, 2016. | (Photo: REUTERS/Edgard Garrido)
A New Hampshire lawmaker has described Pope Francis as the "anti-Christ" for comments he made regarding Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump.
In a recent Facebook post, Susan DeLemus, R-Rochester, shared Psalm 31:14-18 of the Geneva Bible, which states, in part, "Let me not be confounded, O Lord: for I have called upon thee: Let the wicked be put to confusion, and to silence in the grave. Let the lying lips be made dumb, which cruelly, proudly, and spitefully speak against the righteous."
In a thread of comments regarding the Psalm, DeLemus said that the verse is in reference to the pope being the "anti-Christ."
"The Pope is the anti-Christ. Do your research," DeLemus wrote, adding in another comment that she's "not sure who the Pope truly has in his heart."
The Republican representative clarified to Politico that her Facebook comment was referencing the entire Catholic papacy, rather than Pope Francis.
"I was actually referencing the papacy. And what I wrote after that 'do your research,' if you read the Geneva Bible, which is the Bible I use when we study, the commentary is — actually by the founders of the United States actually, the Protestant Church — their commentary references the papacy as the anti-Christ," DeLemus said.
The lawmaker's Facebook post came shortly after Pope Francis criticized Trump for his plans to build a wall between Mexico and the U.S.
The pontiff made his comments while en route from Mexico to the Vatican last week, saying it "is not Christian" to build walls.
"A person who thinks only about building walls, wherever they may be, and not building bridges, is not Christian," the pope said after a reporter asked about Trump's plan.
Trump responded, calling the pope's comments "disgraceful."
"For a religious leader to question a person's faith is disgraceful," Trump said last week during a rally in South Carolina.
Other religious leaders have also come out in defense of Trump, including Liberty University President Jerry Falwell Jr. and the Rev. Franklin Graham.
"My advice to the pontiff: Reach out and build a bridge to Donald Trump," Graham shared on Facebook last week. "Who knows where he may be this time next year!"
DeLemus told Seacoast Online in a February 22 interview that she chooses to support Trump not based on his Christianity but rather because she feels he will be the best president for the country.
"I have a problem with something everyone is doing, and no one is perfect, but I look at every candidate and say 'Do I like him the most? Is this person doing more of what I like?'" DeLemus said, adding "As I watch, I think I'm agreeing with more of what Donald Trump says and I think he's electable. I'm not looking for someone who is worthy of being a pastor. I'm looking for someone who can keep his word and has the wherewithal to do it."
"I already have a savior for my soul. I'm looking for someone who can handle the financial ruin of the United States and turn this ship around," DeLemus added.
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Tall Trees
October 9, 2014 in Song Stories
Then our true colors show: red, orange and yellow! Then, we all die. (But just for now.)
Sing Till You Die by Yearbook Committee
Break-ups are always hard, but they’re a particular kind of hard when you’re a songwriter or other kind of creative type. Suddenly you have this backlog of songs (or paintings or poems or whatever) about a time and a place and person that are no longer yours in the same way. Who wants to sing a love song about a relationship that later ended in pain and tears? Eesh. It aches, right here.
In my life I have tried to be the kind of person who grows from pain like this. When a significant relationship ended last year, I resolved to leave myself raw and open to the long journey back to myself. I was hurting, but I was growing. I would have rather not have been hurting, but the wisdom we never wanted is still wisdom, and I earned it, dammit.
Thus I made a conscious, deliberate decision that I would not let anything carry more meaning than it had to. Just because a song was not true in the same way as it was when I wrote it does not mean it was not true then. It is still valid. It is still mine. I can reclaim these songs and let them find new meanings.
“Tall Trees” is one of these songs. I wrote it in October four years ago, when the leaves were changing and when the person I loved at that time lost someone he loved very much. He was not there when she died, but he was able to say, “I love you,” on the phone and hear those three words back in return.
Death was on our minds a lot that fall. My sister Vanessa was dying too. We had found out in February of that year that her metastatic breast cancer would kill her at some undisclosed-but-not-very-far-off time. The world was heightened and sharpened around me. Things came into focus in different ways. We were jolted from our warm comfort and reminded that the world outside is big and mysterious and ever-changing.
I thought often about how our true natures, whether good or bad, show in times of struggle. How we have bursts of glorious color when we are under pressure. How things end, but that they are big and alive before they go, and that matters too.
I do love the way Yearbook Committee took to this song so nicely. In that recording (on Sing Till You Die) it feels just the way I wanted it to: vibrant, aching, wistful but alive. (You can watch our video for the song here if you’d like.)
We are tall trees.
We all look the same until the fall comes,
then our true colors show:
red orange and yellow!
Then, we all die,
but just for now.
Winding road, loud rain on the roof
and cold wind thunder.
Then comes a telegraph, phone call, smoke signals:
proof of mortality
and three words.
We are so vibrant until the snow falls.
Then we all look the same:
birch bark, bones, branches,
skin, muscle and leaves.
(Ours just for now.)
Once inside a warm house
we forget how cold we were
but then comes a note
tied to a rock through the window:
bitter reminder
Top image credits Left: I took this at Unicoi State Park in Georgia. Right: “Sending kisses by telegraph, postcard from start of 20th century.” Circa 1900-1905. Public domain.
cancer, death, love, Sing Till You Die, trees, Yearbook Committee
doerf on September 7, 2016 at 4:24 pm
hey bud, it sure seems like you’re doin’ GREAT, darned glad to see that! I’m on the fly right now, but would love to yack it up some time, if yer ever home, or if I make it back to nashville (tell jack white doerf says “hey!”)!
ALWAYS YER PAL!
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https://www.chron.com/neighborhood/friendswood/news/article/Burglar-strikes-gas-station-smoke-shop-in-14959244.php
Burglar strikes gas station, smoke shop in Friendswood
By Jennifer James, CORRESPONDENT
Published 11:35 am CST, Wednesday, January 8, 2020
A man attempted a pair of break-ins on opposite ends of Blackhawk Boulevard during the early hours of Dec. 28, according to a Friendswood Police Department bulletin. Police responded to a smashed front door at Circle K/Valero, 5091 FM 2351 and discovered a break-in at Vapor Sense, 3536 FM 528, where video showed the same suspect, a report said.
A man attempted a pair of break-ins on opposite ends of Blackhawk Boulevard during the early hours of Dec. 28, according to a Friendswood Police Department bulletin. Police responded to a smashed front door at
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A man attempted a pair of break-ins on opposite ends of Blackhawk Boulevard during the early hours of Dec. 28, according to a Friendswood Police Department bulletin.
Officers responded to a burglary-in-progress call at Circle K/Valero, 5091 FM 2351, around 1:06 a.m. The suspect, described as a black man wearing a red ski mask and black hoodie, reportedly smashed in the store’s front door but fled before officers arrived. No theft occurred, police said.
Half an hour later, an alarm sounded at Vapor Sense, 3536 FM 528, police said. Entry was made into that store through the front door, and video surveillance showed the same suspect involved in the earlier burglary, according to the report.
Money was taken from a vehicle’s console Dec. 24 in the 300 block of Colonial Drive, police said.
Police are compiling a list of items stolen Dec. 25 in the 2000 block of Trail View Drive. Neighbors heard loud banging during the early morning hours and later noticed the residence’s fence appeared to be damaged with a hammer, which was lying on the ground, police said. Police arrived to find the home’s garage door forced open and the resident’s dog roaming the neighborhood, according to the report.
A League City teen’s credit card was used at Dec. 19 Spec’s, 196 Gulf Freeway S., according to a Dec. 26 police report. The victim reportedly had left his wallet in the center console of his unlocked vehicle while he played basketball Dec. 19 at Centennial Park, 2200 S. Friendswood Drive.
Four wheels were stolen from a vehicle Dec. 27 in the 3100 block of Indian Summer Trail, police said.
Package theft was reported Dec. 28 at Salem Square Apartments, 107 Clearview Ave., police said. The package, delivered by FedEx Dec. 23, reportedly contained an iPhone.
A new set of 200 mechanic tools was reported stolen Dec. 30 in the 1900 block of Carriage Creek Lane, police said.
A Friendswood man discovered an unauthorized withdrawal from his BBVA Compass bank account, according to a Dec. 23 police report. The withdrawals were conducted with his debit card number at a branch in Bellaire, police said. He reportedly still had his debit card.
A fraudulent Verizon account was opened using a Friendswood woman’s identity, according to a Dec. 26 police report.
A Friendswood woman’s family member gained access to her checking account and transferred money without permission, according to a Dec. 26 police report. Police filed credit card abuse charges and requested a warrant for the suspect’s arrest.
A Friendswood couple discovered fraudulent transactions on an L.L. Bean credit account after they received a call from Neiman Marcus to confirm transactions, according to a Dec. 26 police report. Two weeks earlier, they had received several emails regarding new passwords and accounts, police said.
Police filed an assault report Dec. 26 in the 700 block of Falling Leaf Drive. The suspect allegedly stole the victim’s cell phone and grabbed her throat during an argument. He followed her to another Friendswood home and began banging on the door but left before officers arrived, police said.
Police charged a Hitchcock man, 30, with possession of a controlled substance after a traffic stop for an insurance violation Dec. 24 in the 300 block of East Parkwood Avenue. His driver’s license was suspended, and the officer found 1.9 grams of methamphetamine and syringes during a vehicle search, according to the report.
A 28-year-old League City man was charged with possession of a drug test falsification device after a traffic stop for an insurance violation Dec. 27 in the 900 block of South Friendswood Drive, police said. A vehicle search yielded marijuana and a box labeled Magnum Detox synthetic urine, according to the report.
A Bayou Vista man, 40, was charged with DWI after a traffic stop for speeding Dec. 24 in the 100 block of West Parkwood Avenue, police said.
Police charged a Dickinson woman, 26, with DWI Dec. 24 in the 1700 block of Evans Gate.
A 58-year-old Alvin woman was charged with DWI Dec. 25 in the 2800 block of West Parkwood Avenue, police said. She allegedly had failed to maintain a single lane and was driving well below the speed limit.
Police charged an Alvin man, 27, with DWI after a traffic stop for a defective headlamp Dec. 27 in the 2900 block of FM 528.
A Webster man, 52, was charged with DWI after a crash Dec. 29 in the 3400 block of FM 528, police said. He allegedly hit a vehicle in the turn lane.
Police charged an Alvin woman, 31, with DWI Dec. 29 in the 2900 block of West Bay Area Boulevard. She reportedly was involved in a multivehicle crash at West Bay Area Boulevard and FM 528. Her bond was set at $100, police said.
Police charged a 34-year-old League City woman with public intoxication after a suspicious vehicle report Dec. 26 in the 700 block of Cowards Creek Drive.
Police charged a Friendswood man with public intoxication Dec. 28 in the 600 block of East Castle Harbour Drive. He reportedly was found asleep in his vehicle.
Police charged an Alvin woman, 30, with disorderly conduct, fighting Dec. 27 at Friends Pub, 2407 W. Parkwood Ave.
Police charged an Alvin man, 25, with no driver’s license and no insurance Dec. 28 in the 200 block of East Parkwood Avenue.
A San Antonio man, 26, was charged with driving while license invalid Dec. 29 in the 1800 block of West Parkwood Avenue, police said.
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Claudio Paniagua -Workshop of contemporary jewelry
specials pieces
Claudio Paniagua was born and raised inmersed in the jewellery workshop run by his father and formerly by his grandfather, although his career was mainly developed in Art School of Oviedo. This combination of family experience plus artistic training lets him recreate the personal universo reflected in his work. The influence of several and different disciplines such as sculpture and architecture marks deeply the conceptual path present in all his work, transformed into continual referents which he habitually turns to. " It´s a pleasure for me to take advantage of the concept of volumen and space offered not only by architecture but also by sculpture to make them become a part of our body, just the antithesis of its habitual function ".
The firm Claudio Paniagua starts as a personal artistic project put into motion halfway through the 90s and that has achieved its consolidation as a jewellery firm in 2000. Every piece of jewellery, every collection is designed by Claudio and carried out in his workshop in tight collaboration with one of the best profesional teams in the country. The fundamental priciple of the firm is to consider the jewelry as an artistic discipline and according to that, the process of creating every piece is entirely handcrafted in order to endow all our pieces of jewelry with a personal touch.
It is important to highlight the remarkable degree of demand which is applied not only to the concept but also to the carrying out of each one of the collections and projects. Fort he firm, it is fundamental that every piece could be a referent in the representation of the personal image of each customer. According to this principle and working with the idea of tightening more and more the bonds between the designer and his customer, he firm offers a programme of personal assistance in the carrying out of absolutely unique and suitable pieces.
Born In León in 1970
Son and grandson of jewellers, the trade is learnt at the family workhop
1992 Degree by The Arts and Crafts School of Oviedo
1992 Degree in Gemology by the University of Oviedo
1993 He establishes his own workshop
1993 Exhibition "Jóvenes Joyeros Contemporáneos" in Arco de Cuchilleros Gallery in Madrid
1997 Participation in "Novajoia Internacional 1997" in Barcelona
2000 Exhibition "Spanish Contemporary Jewellers" in OXOXO Gallery I Baltimore (USA)
2001 Exhibition "Spanish Contemporary Jewellers " in Thomas Mann Gallery in New Orleans (USA)
2003 Exhibition "Love and Heart " in Kath Libbert Gallery in Yorkshire (UK)
2003 Exhibition "Contenedores" in Barcelona which was held on the occasion of the Year of Design
2003 Exhibition "Pequeños Mundos Imaginarios" in Alea Gallery in Barcelona
2005 Exhibition "Acotar el aire" ("Enclosing the air") in Istra Kursaal in San Sebastián
2006 "Acotar el aire" ("Enclosing the air") in Espacio Bahu in León
2006 Exhibition "Acotar el aire" ("Enclosing the air") in Opera Gallery in Vilafranca del Penedés
2007 Exhibition "Coleccionismo en León" ("The Art of Collecting") in Caneja Foundation in León
Si en algún momento desea hacernos llegar algún comentario o solicitar más información sobre el uso de cookies en este sitio Web, puede notificárnoslo por correo electrónico a la dirección info@claudio-paniagua.com
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How Libya Finally Puts to Rest a Tired, Sexist Canard
When I was growing up, my mother would tell me that "if women ran the world, there would never be any war."* Well, explain this, Mom:
The shift in the administration’s position — from strong words against
Libya to action — was forced largely by the events beyond its control:
the crumbling of the uprising raised the prospect that Colonel Qaddafi
would remain in power to kill “many thousands,” as Mr. Obama said at the
White House on Friday.
The change became possible, though, only after Mrs. Clinton joined Samantha
Power, a senior aide at the National Security Council, and Susan Rice,
Mr. Obama’s ambassador to the United
Nations, who had been pressing the case for military action,
according to senior administration officials speaking only on condition
of anonymity. Ms. Power is a former journalist and human rights
advocate; Ms. Rice was an Africa adviser to President Clinton when the
United States failed to intervene to stop the Rwanda genocide, which Mr. Clinton has called his
biggest regret.
Now, the three women were pushing for American intervention to stop a
looming humanitarian catastrophe in Libya. ...
In joining Ms. Rice and Ms. Power, Mrs. Clinton made an unusual break
with Secretary of Defense Robert M.
Gates, who, along with the national security adviser, Thomas E.
Donilon, and the counterterrorism chief, John O.
Brennan, had urged caution. Libya was not vital to American national
security interests, the men argued, and Mr. Brennan worried that the
Libyan rebels remained largely unknown to American officials, and could
have ties to Al Qaeda.
*Mom telling me this was all the more amusing since it is widely acknowledged that the women in our family far outpace the men in terms of overall belligerence. But that's East Tennessee for you. Two true, hilarious stories from my early adulthood:
1. When I went to war for the first time, my mother's last words to me -- and I am not making this up -- were: "Don't embarass your family." (Mom hates it when I tell people this because she was really quite emotional on September 11th and also while I was deployed to both Afghanistan and Iraq, but she never let me see any of that.)
2. I went to go see that movie The Good Shepherd with my mother in the theater over Christmas one year. She turned to me at the part in the movie where it seems the Matt Damon character is about to have his only son executed for tipping off the Cubans, and asks, "If that was your son, would you allow him to be killed?" I replied, "Well, yeah, I dunno, I guess." And she looks at me, coolly, and says, "I would too." And then after holding my horrified stare for a few seconds, she just went back to eating her popcorn and watching the movie. Cold. As. Ice.
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Fiction /
Christian /
Historical /
In Places Hidden
By Tracie Peterson
On her way to San Francisco to find her brother, Caleb, who went missing three months ago, Camriann Coulter meets Judith and Kenzie, who both have their own mysteries to solve in the booming West Coast city. The women decide to help each other, including rooming together and working at Kenzie's cousin's chocolate factory.
Camri's search for her brother, an attorney, leads her deep into the political corruption of the city--and into the acquaintance of Patrick Murdock, a handsome Irishman who was saved from a false murder charge by Caleb. Patrick challenges all of Camri's privileged beliefs, but he knows more about what happened to her brother than anyone else. Together, they move closer to the truth behind Caleb's disappearance. But as the stakes rise and threats loom, will Patrick be able to protect Camri from the dangers he knows lie in the hidden places of the city?
Manufacturer: Bethany House Publ
Author: Tracie Peterson
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CEO Live
CBUS Retail confab set Downtown June 5-6
Katy Smith Editor, Columbus CEO @ceo_editor
A handful of big-name brands—such as Google, Target, Kroger and more—will present at this year's conference.
In the retail world, to have worked in Columbus carries a certain cachet. We’re home to some of the world’s major apparel brands, ranking No. 1 among large U.S. metros for concentration of apparel headquarters, according to data analysis firm ESRI. So it comes as no surprise—at least to those of us living in Columbus—that we could create a retail conference with more than 120 speakers, 30 panels and a fashion and innovation showcase. More than 1,200 people are expected to attend CBUS19: Retail Re-Thought June 5-6 at the Greater Columbus Convention Center to see presenters from Google, DSW, Green Growth Brands, Restoration Hardware, FAO Schwarz, Abercrombie and Fitch, Big Lots, Ascena, Target, Kroger and Krispy Kreme. Topics will include startups, design, customer experience, technology, supply chain, the future of retail and more.
CBUS Retail is a nonprofit networking organization that was founded by industry veteran Steve Morris a few years ago when a small group of retail consultants and service providers started a business development peer group. Morris is CEO of Asset Strategies Group LLC, a company he launched to provide real estate and back-office services to specialty retailers. He says the retail ecosystem in Columbus is vast and dense, with the common thread among alumni of the larger companies being that they all want to stay in Columbus after they leave their corporate jobs. The original peer group kept attracting members until a critical mass was reached, he says.
“It’s just a high-energy group of senior-level executives who’ve left retail but love Columbus, love retail and want to stay involved in the industry,” he says.
The board of CBUS Retail is a who’s who in creative corporate Columbus: Melanie Corn, president of Columbus College of Art & Design; Denny Gerdeman of Chute Gerdeman; Easton co-founder Yaromir Steiner; Michael Rayden, former CEO of Justice; and more.
To learn more about the June conference, go to retail-re-thought.cbusretail.org.
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DFD Loaders Announces Exclusive U.S. Distribution of Schäffer Construction Wheel Loaders
Tue October 30, 2018 - National Edition
DFD Loaders
Schäffer’s 2428 SLT model is the only machine in the market small enough to fit through most conventional 36 inch gates that could lift more than 3,000 pounds, according to David Font, CEO of DFD Loaders.
Schäffer, a German brand of compact and telescopic articulated loaders, is now available in the United States via Florida-based distributor DFD Loaders. Beginning Q4 of 2018, U.S. buyers can choose from 13 models ranging from 25 to 157 hp for different size jobs.
While Schäffer boasts a six-decade history of innovation and distribution in more than 40 countries, the brand's partnership with distributor DFD Loaders marks the first time its construction equipment line will be widely available in the United States.
"U.S. distribution is an important milestone for our brand, so finding a partner that shares our commitment for superior quality and service, such as DFD Loaders, was a must," said Mario Middeke, export sales manager at Schäffer.
Handpicked to meet the needs of the landscape, tree care, construction, snow removal, and property maintenance industries, Schäffer's entire U.S. product lineup meets EPA Tier IV Final/EU Stage IIIB emission standards and is compatible with most skid steer attachments in the market, due to a universal quick-connect headstock, which comes standard. Other notable design features include technology that makes the center pivot considerably stronger than those of competing products and virtually indestructible, as well as original Schäffer axles designed specifically for high thrust forces, according to the manufacturer.
"After watching the trends in the ultra-compact wheel loader market, we set out not only to introduce a line of superior products, but to do so while providing only the highest level of service," said David Font, CEO of DFD Loaders. Font, a Landscape Architect with experience spanning two decades, first approached Schäffer seeking a solution to a specific problem commonly encountered in the field.
"There was simply no machine on the American market small enough to fit through most conventional 36 inch gates, that could lift more than 3,000 pounds. Schäffer's 2428 SLT model is the only machine in the market that can do that," he said.
Schäffer's machines are widely recognized for their German engineering and unique approach to loader design challenges, particularly that of lifting heavy loads despite relatively low operating weight. Another product expected to draw a high level of interest is Schäffer's model 24e — the world's first electric wheel loader with lithiumion technology that can reach 12.4 mph. It promises emission-free operations and significant savings in maintenance and operating costs, as well as the potential to deliver operation for an entire day of work with only a short charge, achievable for example, during a regular lunch break.
About DFD Loaders Inc.
Headquartered in Coral Springs, Fla., Schäffer's U.S. partner, DFD Loaders, is the exclusive importer and distributor of Schäffer construction equipment in the United States. DFD Loaders is introducing the line to the American market with a product lineup that includes 13 loader models ranging in size and power capacity (25 to 157 hp), all optimized for the construction, landscape, tree care, snow removal, and property maintenance industries, among others — joining a distribution network of more than 40 countries. For more information, visit www.DFDLoaders.com.
About Schäffer
Schäffer Maschinenfabrik GmbH, a German company, is one of the leading manufacturers and suppliers of compact and telescopic articulated wheel loaders in Europe. Schäffer, founded in 1956, is known as an innovative, flexible, and international company. Characterized by its German engineering, the company's exclusive line of high-performing equipment is distributed in more than 40 countries. For more information, visit www.schaeffer.de/en.
<p>"After watching the trends in the ultra-compact wheel loader market, we set out not only to introduce a line of superior products, but to do so while providing only the highest level of service," said David Font, CEO of DFD Loaders. Font, a Landscape Architect with experience spanning two decades, first approached Schäffer seeking a solution to a specific problem commonly encountered in the field.</p><p>"There was simply no machine on the American market small enough to fit through most conventional 36 inch gates, that could lift more than 3,000 pounds. Schäffer's 2428 SLT model is the only machine in the market that can do that," he said.</p><p>Schäffer's machines are widely recognized for their German engineering and unique approach to loader design challenges, particularly that of lifting heavy loads despite relatively low operating weight. Another product expected to draw a high level of interest is Schäffer's model 24e — the world's first electric wheel loader with lithiumion technology that can reach 12.4 mph. It promises emission-free operations and significant savings in maintenance and operating costs, as well as the potential to deliver operation for an entire day of work with only a short charge, achievable for example, during a regular lunch break.</p><h6>About DFD Loaders Inc.</h6><p>Headquartered in Coral Springs, Fla., Schäffer's U.S. partner, DFD Loaders, is the exclusive importer and distributor of Schäffer construction equipment in the United States. DFD Loaders is introducing the line to the American market with a product lineup that includes 13 loader models ranging in size and power capacity (25 to 157 hp), all optimized for the construction, landscape, tree care, snow removal, and property maintenance industries, among others — joining a distribution network of more than 40 countries. For more information, visit www.DFDLoaders.com.</p><h6>About Schäffer</h6><p>Schäffer Maschinenfabrik GmbH, a German company, is one of the leading manufacturers and suppliers of compact and telescopic articulated wheel loaders in Europe. Schäffer, founded in 1956, is known as an innovative, flexible, and international company. Characterized by its German engineering, the company's exclusive line of high-performing equipment is distributed in more than 40 countries.</p><p>For more information, visit <a href="http://www.schaeffer.de/en" data-mce-href="http://www.schaeffer.de/en">www.schaeffer.de/en</a>.</p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p>
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Kelly's T.V. & V.C.R. Repair Corp.
Located in Coconut Creek, FL
Kelly's T.V. & V.C.R. Repair Corp. filed as a Domestic for Profit Corporation in the State of Florida and is no longer active. This corporate entity was filed approximately twenty-six years ago on Monday, May 23, 1994 as recorded in documents filed with Florida Department of State.
People: Kenneth Kelly
Kelly's Tractor & Lawn Service, Inc
Located in Green Cove Springs, FL
Kelly's Tractor & Lawn Service, Inc filed as a Domestic for Profit Corporation in the State of Florida on Wednesday, December 5, 2012 and is roughly eight years old, according to public records filed with Florida Department of State.
People: Donald Yeager, Cynthia Yeager
Kelly's Tractor Service Inc.
Located in Fort Pierce, FL
Kelly's Tractor Service Inc. filed as a Domestic for Profit Corporation in the State of Florida and is no longer active. This corporate entity was filed approximately seventeen years ago on Friday, April 25, 2003 as recorded in documents filed with Florida Department of State.
People: Audri Kelly, Duane Kelly, Brandi Kelly
Kelly's Tractor Service LLC
Located in Crawfordville, FL
Kelly's Tractor Service LLC filed as a Florida Limited Liability in the State of Florida and is no longer active. This corporate entity was filed about seven years ago on Wednesday, May 22, 2013 according to public records filed with Florida Department of State.
People: Brin Kelly
Kelly's Tractor Services LLC
Located in Tallahassee, FL
Kelly's Tractor Services LLC filed as a Florida Limited Liability in the State of Florida on Monday, September 9, 2019 and is about one year old, according to public records filed with Florida Department of State.
People: Luke Page, William Page
Kelly's Trading Post, Inc.
Located in Miami, FL
Kelly's Trading Post, Inc. filed as a Domestic for Profit Corporation in the State of Florida on Tuesday, December 16, 1997 and is approximately twenty-three years old, according to public records filed with Florida Department of State.
People: Roy Chin-A-Kiem
Past: Roy Chinakiem
Kellys Trail Tire Company
Kellys Trail Tire Company filed as a Domestic for Profit Corporation in the State of Florida and is no longer active. This corporate entity was filed roughly sixty-five years ago on Wednesday, April 20, 1955 according to public records filed with Florida Department of State.
Kelly's Transexport LLC
Located in Pembroke Pines, FL
Kelly's Transexport LLC filed as a Florida Limited Liability in the State of Florida on Friday, March 31, 2017 and is about three years old, as recorded in documents filed with Florida Department of State.
People: Marie Kelly, Michael Mezadieu
Past: Marie Mezadieu
Kelly's Transmittals, Inc.
Located in Bayville, NY
Kelly's Transmittals, Inc. filed as a Domestic Business Corporation in the State of New York and is no longer active. This corporate entity was filed about nineteen years ago on Tuesday, January 23, 2001 according to public records filed with New York Department of State.
People: James Kelly
Kelly's Transnational, Inc.
Kelly's Transnational, Inc. filed as a Domestic for Profit Corporation in the State of Florida and is no longer active. This corporate entity was filed about twenty-two years ago on Friday, March 20, 1998 according to public records filed with Florida Department of State.
People: Marie Kelly, Sandi Mezadieu
Kelly's Transport LLC
Located in Edgewater, FL
Kelly's Transport LLC filed as a Florida Limited Liability in the State of Florida on Monday, October 23, 2017 and is about three years old, as recorded in documents filed with Florida Department of State.
People: Patrick Kelly
Kelly's Transport, Inc.
Located in Deltona, FL
Kelly's Transport, Inc. filed as a Domestic for Profit Corporation in the State of Florida and is no longer active. This corporate entity was filed about sixteen years ago on Monday, August 9, 2004 according to public records filed with Florida Department of State.
People: Jose Goitiz
Kelly's Transportation LLC
Located in Yucaipa, CA
Kelly's Transportation LLC filed as a Domestic in the State of California and is no longer active. This corporate entity was filed roughly fourteen years ago on Thursday, January 19, 2006 as recorded in documents filed with California Secretary of State.
People: Marilyn Kelly
Kelly's Transportation of Atlanta, LLC
Located in Forest Park, GA
Kelly's Transportation of Atlanta, LLC filed as a Florida Limited Liability in the State of Florida on Monday, December 11, 2017 and is about three years old, as recorded in documents filed with Florida Department of State.
People: Kenneth Kelly, Kevin Sharp, Timothy Kelly
Kelly's Transportation Services Inc
Located in Humble, TX
Kelly's Transportation Services Inc filed as a Domestic For-Profit Corporation in the State of Texas on Friday, March 10, 2017 and is approximately three years old, as recorded in documents filed with Texas Secretary of State.
People: Torrinal Kelly
Kelly's Transportation, Inc.
Located in Binghamton, NY
Kelly's Transportation, Inc. filed as a Domestic Business Corporation in the State of New York on Tuesday, May 23, 2000 and is about twenty years old, as recorded in documents filed with New York Department of State.
Kelly's Transportation, LLC
Kelly's Transportation, LLC filed as a Florida Limited Liability in the State of Florida and is no longer active. This corporate entity was filed about eighteen years ago on Tuesday, January 22, 2002 according to public records filed with Florida Department of State.
People: Adrian Kelly
Kelly's Travel (U.S.A.), Inc.
Kelly's Travel (U.S.A.), Inc. filed as a Domestic Business Corporation in the State of New York and is no longer active. This corporate entity was filed approximately thirty-nine years ago on Wednesday, January 28, 1981 as recorded in documents filed with New York Department of State.
Kelly's Travel World Inc.
Kelly's Travel World Inc. filed as a Domestic Business Corporation in the State of New York and is no longer active. This corporate entity was filed approximately thirty-four years ago on Tuesday, April 1, 1986 according to public records filed with New York Department of State.
Kelly's Travel, Inc.
Located in Houston, TX
Kelly's Travel, Inc. filed as a Domestic For-Profit Corporation in the State of Texas and is no longer active. This corporate entity was filed approximately twenty-one years ago on Monday, December 27, 1999 as recorded in documents filed with Texas Secretary of State.
People: Delia Mastrangelo
Kelly's Treasure Inc.
Kelly's Treasure Inc. filed as a Domestic For-Profit Corporation in the State of Texas on Friday, January 2, 2009 and is roughly eleven years old, according to public records filed with Texas Secretary of State.
People: Kelly Lynch
Kelly's Treasure, Inc.
Located in Largo, FL
Kelly's Treasure, Inc. filed as a Domestic for Profit Corporation in the State of Florida and is no longer active. This corporate entity was filed approximately twenty-seven years ago on Monday, May 24, 1993 as recorded in documents filed with Florida Department of State.
People: Karen Mancuso
Kelly's Tree & Land Inc.
Located in Cortlandt Manor, NY
Kelly's Tree & Land Inc. filed as a Domestic Business Corporation in the State of New York on Friday, June 12, 1998 and is roughly twenty-two years old, as recorded in documents filed with New York Department of State.
People: Donald Kelly
Kelly's Tree & Landscape Design, Inc.
Located in Staten Island, NY
Kelly's Tree & Landscape Design, Inc. filed as a Domestic Business Corporation in the State of New York and is no longer active. This corporate entity was filed about twenty-one years ago on Wednesday, April 21, 1999 as recorded in documents filed with New York Department of State.
Kelly's Tree Farm, LLC
Kelly's Tree Farm, LLC filed as a Domestic Limited Liability Company in the State of New York on Friday, March 4, 2011 and is roughly nine years old, according to public records filed with New York Department of State.
Kelly's Tree Spray Service, Inc.
Located in Millbrook, NY
Kelly's Tree Spray Service, Inc. filed as a Domestic Business Corporation in the State of New York on Tuesday, February 28, 1989 and is approximately thirty-one years old, according to public records filed with New York Department of State.
People: Henry Cardinal
Past: Kevin Kelly
Kelly's Trinity Trucking Inc
Located in Lecanto, FL
Kelly's Trinity Trucking Inc filed as a Domestic for Profit Corporation in the State of Florida on Wednesday, December 21, 2016 and is roughly four years old, according to public records filed with Florida Department of State.
People: Kelly Burdett
Kelly's Tropical Plants LLC
Kelly's Tropical Plants LLC filed as a Florida Limited Liability in the State of Florida on Monday, March 20, 2017 and is approximately three years old, according to public records filed with Florida Department of State.
People: Kooi Lim, Silvina Fucci
Kelly's Tropicals, Inc.
Located in Homestead, FL
Kelly's Tropicals, Inc. filed as a Domestic for Profit Corporation in the State of Florida and is no longer active. This corporate entity was filed roughly twenty-two years ago on Friday, July 24, 1998 as recorded in documents filed with Florida Department of State.
Kelly's Truck Delivery Corp
Kelly's Truck Delivery Corp filed as a Domestic for Profit Corporation in the State of Florida and is no longer active. This corporate entity was filed roughly thirteen years ago on Monday, March 26, 2007 according to public records filed with Florida Department of State.
People: Julio Armenteros
Kelly's Truck Repair
Located in San Leandro, CA
Kelly's Truck Repair filed as a Articles of Incorporation in the State of California on Wednesday, July 1, 1981 and is approximately thirty-nine years old, as recorded in documents filed with California Secretary of State.
People: Carleen Green, Kelly Reve, Stanley Saar
Past: Douglas Green, Nick McCausland, Susan Davis
Kelly's Trucking & Warehousing, Inc.
Located in West Babylon, NY
Kelly's Trucking & Warehousing, Inc. filed as a Domestic Business Corporation in the State of New York and is no longer active. This corporate entity was filed roughly thirty-eight years ago on Thursday, February 11, 1982 according to public records filed with New York Department of State.
Kelly's Trucking LLC
Located in Jackson Heights, NY
Kelly's Trucking LLC filed as a Domestic Limited Liability Company in the State of New York on Tuesday, October 2, 2012 and is approximately eight years old, according to public records filed with New York Department of State.
Kellys Trucking Service LLC
Located in Holiday, FL
Kellys Trucking Service LLC filed as a Florida Limited Liability in the State of Florida on Friday, August 9, 2019 and is approximately one year old, as recorded in documents filed with Florida Department of State.
People: Kirkpatrick Kelly
Kelly's Trucking, Inc.
Kelly's Trucking, Inc. filed as a Domestic For-Profit Corporation in the State of Texas and is no longer active. This corporate entity was filed approximately thirty-two years ago on Wednesday, August 24, 1988 as recorded in documents filed with Texas Secretary of State.
Located in El Centro, CA
Kelly's Trucking, Inc. filed as a Articles of Incorporation in the State of California and is no longer active. This corporate entity was filed about nine years ago on Friday, September 2, 2011 according to public records filed with California Secretary of State.
People: Ezequiel Rosas
Kelly's Trucking, LLC
Located in Tampa, FL
Kelly's Trucking, LLC filed as a Florida Limited Liability in the State of Florida and is no longer active. This corporate entity was filed approximately six years ago on Wednesday, April 16, 2014 according to public records filed with Florida Department of State.
People: Wayne Kelly, Mishay Kelly
Kelly's True Blue Pool Service Inc
Located in Bradenton, FL
Kelly's True Blue Pool Service Inc filed as a Domestic for Profit Corporation in the State of Florida and is no longer active. This corporate entity was filed approximately fourteen years ago on Monday, October 23, 2006 as recorded in documents filed with Florida Department of State.
People: Kelly Miller
Kelly's Truegreen Lawn & Landscaping Services, Inc.
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Kelly's Truegreen Lawn & Landscaping Services, Inc. filed as a Domestic for Profit Corporation in the State of Florida on Thursday, March 20, 2014 and is about six years old, according to public records filed with Florida Department of State.
People: Michael Kelly, Angela Kelly
Kelly's Truegreen Lawn and Landscape, Inc.
Kelly's Truegreen Lawn and Landscape, Inc. filed as a Domestic for Profit Corporation in the State of Florida and is no longer active. This corporate entity was filed about fifteen years ago on Wednesday, February 2, 2005 according to public records filed with Florida Department of State.
People: Michael Kelly
Kellys TV & Appliances, Inc
Located in Orchard Park, NY
Kellys TV & Appliances, Inc filed as a Domestic Business Corporation in the State of New York on Wednesday, March 25, 1981 and is about thirty-nine years old, as recorded in documents filed with New York Department of State.
People: James Kalinowski
Kelly's Ultimate Clean, Inc.
Located in Fernandina Beach, FL
Kelly's Ultimate Clean, Inc. filed as a Domestic for Profit Corporation in the State of Florida and is no longer active. This corporate entity was filed approximately twelve years ago on Monday, January 14, 2008 as recorded in documents filed with Florida Department of State.
People: Kelly Higginbotham
Kelly's Uniforms, Inc.
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Kelly's Uniforms, Inc. filed as a Domestic for Profit Corporation in the State of Florida and is no longer active. This corporate entity was filed about twenty-four years ago on Monday, August 19, 1996 as recorded in documents filed with Florida Department of State.
People: Kelly Aldrich, Eric Aldrich
Kelly's Union LLC
Located in Hollywood, FL
Kelly's Union LLC filed as a Florida Limited Liability in the State of Florida and is no longer active. This corporate entity was filed approximately six years ago on Monday, October 13, 2014 according to public records filed with Florida Department of State.
People: Alejandro Rakover
Kelly's Unique Habitats, Inc.
Kelly's Unique Habitats, Inc. filed as a Domestic for Profit Corporation in the State of Florida on Monday, July 26, 2004 and is about sixteen years old, according to public records filed with Florida Department of State.
People: Kelly Lounds, David Lounds
Kelly's Unique Home Healthcare, LLC
Located in Valrico, FL
Kelly's Unique Home Healthcare, LLC filed as a Florida Limited Liability in the State of Florida and is no longer active. This corporate entity was filed roughly nine years ago on Wednesday, January 5, 2011 as recorded in documents filed with Florida Department of State.
People: Kelly Pepin
Kelly's Unique Kandles Ne, Inc.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Kelly's Unique Kandles Ne, Inc. filed as a Domestic for Profit Corporation in the State of Florida and is no longer active. This corporate entity was filed about nineteen years ago on Monday, March 26, 2001 as recorded in documents filed with Florida Department of State.
People: Cynthia Kelly, Dorsey Kelly
Kelly's Unique Kandles, Inc.
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Kelly's Unique Kandles, Inc. filed as a Domestic for Profit Corporation in the State of Florida and is no longer active. This corporate entity was filed approximately nineteen years ago on Wednesday, January 17, 2001 according to public records filed with Florida Department of State.
Kelly's Towing & Recovery LLC
Located in Birmingham, AL
Past: Steven Weil
Kellys Towing & Tire Service
Past: Richard Kelly
Kellys Towing Inc
Located in Mechanicsville, VA
Located in Saint Paul Park, MN
People: Kelly Heiderscheid
Kelly's Town Car & Taxi
Located in South San Francisco, CA
People: Robert Kelly
Kellys Town Hardware LLC
Located in Butler, IN
Kelly's Townhouse
Located in Jay, FL
People: Gaynelle Pyritz, Chuck Pyritz
Kellys Toy Chest
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Kellys Toy Stop
Located in Anaheim, CA
People: Kelly Jones
Kellys Toyland Kennel
Located in Nashville, MI
People: Gilbert Williams
Kellys Tractor & Lawn Service
Kelly's Tractor Service
Located in Callahan, FL
People: H. Kelly
Kelly's Trailer World LLC
Located in Bowling Green, VA
Kellys Training & Doggie Daycare
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Past: Kelly Moren
Kellys Transcription Serv
Located in Annapolis, MO
Kellys Transit
Located in Brinkhaven, OH
People: Kelly Neal
Kelly's Transmission
Located in Griffith, IN
Past: Kelly Whiting
Kelly's Transmission Center
Located in Pawtucket, RI
People: Ray Kelly, Chris Kelly
Kellys Transport LLC
Located in Manahawkin, NJ
Located in Washington, DC
Past: Maurice Kelly
Kelly's Transport Service, LLC
Located in Strong City, KS
Located in Douglasville, GA
People: Diana McDonald
Kelly's Transporting & Towing Inc
Located in Mulga, AL
People: Kelly Abts
Kellys Travel LLC
Located in Surprise, AZ
People: Kelly Kienzlen
Kelly's Treasure
Located in Colleyville, TX
Kelly's Treasure Chest
Located in Waterford, PA
Past: Gary Wiesen
Kellys Treasure Inc DBA Kelly
Kellys Treasures
Past: Chaya Liani
Located in Newport, OR
People: Molly Murphy
Kelly's Treasures
Located in Fowlerville, MI
People: Kelly Willson
Located in Vinemont, AL
People: Kelly Holmes
Located in Redondo Beach, CA
Kellys Treasures LLC
Located in Hartford, MI
Kelly's Treats and Treasures LLC
Located in Denver, CO
Kelly's Tree & Lawn Service Incorporated
Located in Dunkirk, MD
People: Kelly McConkey, Patricia Thomson
Kellys Tree Service
Located in West Bloomfield, MI
Located in Harrison, MI
People: Jerame Kelly
Kelly's Tree Service
Located in Seaside, OR
People: Timothy Kelly
Located in Merrillville, IN
People: Kelly Clemmons
Located in Gonzales, LA
Located in Langhorne, PA
People: William Keating
Located in Evansville, IN
Kelly's Tree Svc
Located in Fort Worth, TX
Past: Kelly Myer
Kellys Trim Services LLC
Located in Croswell, MI
People: Kelly King
Kelly's Trim Shop
Located in Duncan, OK
People: Kelly Boice, Robin Boice
Kelly's Trim Shop Inc
Located in Covington, KY
People: Phillip Smith, John Goldizen, Jill Smith
Kellys Trophies
Located in Williamsport, IN
Past: Kelly Arnold
Kelly's Trophies
Located in Drexel Hill, PA
People: Edward Kelly, Kim Kelly
Past: Ana Davis
Kellys Tropical Flower Creations
Located in Riverview, FL
Kelly's Tropicals
Kellys Trout Creek Inn Bed
Located in Trout Lake, WA
Past: Kelly Enoch
Kelly's Truck & Auto Salvage of Heyburn, Inc
Located in Heyburn, ID
People: Richard Kelly
Kelly's Truck & Tire Service
Past: Richard Kelemen
Kelly's Truck Stop
Located in Thomaston, GA
People: Debbie Jina
Kelly's Truck Terminal Inc
Located in Greenwood, LA
People: Rick Goldman, Marshan Donovan
Kellys Truck Tire Service
Located in Huntsville, AL
Past: Joe Kelly
Kellys Trucking
Located in Bolton, NC
Located in Corunna, MI
Kelly's Trucking
Located in Downingtown, PA
People: George Kelly
Located in Friedheim, MO
People: Kelly Abernathy
Located in Summerville, SC
Kellys Trucking and Transportation LLC
Located in Kenansville, NC
Kelly's Trucking Co LLC
Located in Milwaukee, WI
Past: Anthony Kelly, Anthony Mandle
Kellys Trucking Inc
Located in Pattison, MS
Past: Kelly Dee
Kelly's Trucking Inc
Located in Stafford, VA
People: Alex Ordonez
Located in Donaldsonville, LA
Kelly's True Value
Located in Newbury, MA
People: Peter Kelly
Kelly's Tumble Bus Gym On Wheels
Located in Owens Cross Roads, AL
People: Kelly Moise
Kelly's Tux Shop
Located in Tustin, CA
People: Grace Kelly
Past: Mary Kelly
Kelly's Typesetting & Graphics
Located in Garland, TX
Past: Mary Henderson
Kellys Ultimate Sports
Located in Suisun City, CA
Located in Fairfield, CA
Kelly's Ultimate Sports, Inc.
Located in Henderson, NV
Past: Mike Kelly
Kelly's Ultimates Sports
Located in Chattanooga, TN
Past: Samuel Collins
Kellys Uniforms & Accessories, LLC
Located in Bay Springs, MS
Past: Kathy Kelly
Kellys Unique Gems
Located in Yakima, WA
People: Nathan Bennett
Kelly's Unique Glass
Located in Fairfax Station, VA
People: Michael Keller
Kelly's Unique Hair
Located in Owen, WI
People: Kelly Kurhais
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The war in Afghanistan is the world’s most lethal conflict. Taliban militants now control more territory than at any time since the U.S.-led coalition drove the group out of Kabul in 2001. At the same time, an unprecedented ceasefire in 2018 and subsequent negotiation efforts have illuminated the possibility of peace. Crisis Group is one of the few organisations conducting research on the ground in Afghanistan. We seek to help the conflict parties comprehend their adversaries’ motives and political constraints, while encouraging them to pursue talks. We also help Afghan and international leaders formulate policies to improve governance and security.
Afghanistan: Cause for Anxiety and Optimism
Negotiations between the U.S. and the Taliban collapsed in September, but there have been signs that they could soon resume, paving the way for crucial intra-Afghan talks. In this excerpt from our Watch List 2019 - Third Update for European policymakers, Crisis Group urges the EU to encourage the resumption of these talks and to establish a regular channel to the Taliban.
Getting the Afghanistan Peace Process Back on Track
Afghanistan’s Low-turnout Election, Insecurity and Unsettled Prospects for Peace
CrisisWatch Afghanistan December 2019
Reduced number of major Taliban attacks in urban zones coincided with renewal of U.S. peace talks with Taliban in Qatar, while violence remained high in outlying areas, partly driven by tensions over presidential elections. U.S. 7 Dec resumed talks with Taliban in Doha, three months after President Trump froze negotiations; U.S. Special Representative Zalmay Khalilzad 12 Dec announced “brief pause” in U.S.-Taliban negotiations after Taliban attacked medical facility near U.S. Bagram Airfield near Kabul previous day, killing two civilians and wounding 73. Palace spokesperson 28 Dec said that President Ashraf Ghani would name a negotiating team following U.S.-Taliban talks, in preparation for intra-Afghan phase of peace process. Serious security incidents continued across country including Taliban raid on govt outpost in Imam Sahib district, Kunduz province 6 Dec, killing eleven security forces. In Mazar-e-Sharif (north) security forces fought pro-govt militia 14-15 Dec in clash reportedly related to domestic political tensions; Interior Ministry reported it as insider attack where militia member killed nine of his fellow militiamen, Taliban reported it as coordinated militant attack with 24 dead. Taliban 25 Dec abducted 27 Afghan activists from People’s Peace Movement (PPM) taking part in peace march in Farah province (west). Taliban end month increased attacks on Afghan military bases and checkpoints: in northern Balkh province, car bombing 26 Dec killed at least six soldiers; in southern Helmland province, explosion then gunbattle 27 Dec killed ten soldiers; in Takhar province (north) 29 Dec attack on local pro-govt militia officer who escaped left seventeen militiamen dead. Officials 1 Dec reported 113 Islamic State members surrendered in Achin district (east). Independent Election Commission 22 Dec announced preliminary results of 28 Sept presidential elections results, confirming President Ghani’s re-election by a narrow margin pending final results in coming weeks. Ghani’s main opponent Abdullah Abdullah said he would contest preliminary results, including over 300,000 votes he considered suspicious, insisting he would not accept “fraudulent” result, accused Ghani and international community of perpetrating fraud.
Talks between the U.S. and the Taliban insurgency are suspended, though an agreement is reportedly ready for signature. The U.S. should resume negotiations and seal the deal, so that a broader peace process in Afghanistan can go forward.
Building on Afghanistan’s Fleeting Ceasefire
The end-of-Ramadan truce in Afghanistan was brief but encouraging, demonstrating that both Afghan government soldiers and the Taliban rank and file will respect ceasefire orders from above. Both sides, alongside the U.S., should now seize the opportunity to edge closer to meaningful talks about peace.
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Afghanistan: The Future of the National Unity Government
The power dispute between President Ashraf Ghani and Chief Executive Officer Abdullah Abdullah is imperilling Afghanistan’s fragile security and recent economic progress. To avoid the collapse of the U.S.-brokered National Unity Government, both actors must end political partisanship and prioritise the public interest.
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Counter-terrorism Pitfalls: What the U.S. Fight against ISIS and al-Qaeda Should Avoid
This report examines President Trump’s emerging counter-terrorism policies, the dilemmas his administration faces in battling ISIS and al-Qaeda across the Middle East and South Asia, and how to avoid deepening the disorder both groups exploit.
The Future of the Afghan Local Police
Too often, the Afghan Local Police (ALP) has preyed on those it is meant to guard. Some members are outright bandits, exacerbating conflict. Rogue units should be disbanded, and better ones integrated into the armed forces. This must be done carefully and slowly, or else insurgents will win a new military edge.
The Taliban have always said, ‘We will never negotiate the future of Afghanistan while foreign troops have their boots on our soil.’ They compromised on that, and that’s huge. The New Yorker
Laurel Miller
Program Director, Asia
The debate about [whether] US should distance itself from the [Mideast] region and reduce its military footprint is important but somewhat beside the point. The more consequential question is what kind of Middle East the United States will remain engaged in or disengaged from. Twitter
A U.S.-Taliban deal cannot be a peace agreement because it settles nothing about the dispute within Afghanistan. It only settles the question of the American presence in Afghanistan. NPR
An agreement that is just between the US and the Taliban is not a peace agreement for Afghanistan. AFP
I don’t believe that Pakistan has the capability to straight out make peace happen in Afghanistan, but they definitely have the capability to make peace not [happen]. Reuters
[Without a solid plan for the US to leave Afghanistan] the inferno of violence that follows might be much worse. AFP
Senior Consultant, Afghanistan
Q&A / Asia 10 September 2019
Behind Trump’s Taliban Debacle
On 7 September, U.S. President Donald Trump made the startling announcement that he had invited Taliban leaders to Camp David for talks – and then cancelled the gathering. Crisis Group Asia Program Director Laurel Miller and consultant Graeme Smith explain what happened and what it means for prospects of ending Afghanistan’s war.
Op-Ed / Asia 16 August 2019
The U.S. Shouldn’t Stumble Out of Afghanistan
Letting the country unravel isn't an exit strategy.
Originally published in Foreign Policy
Q&A / Asia 9 July 2019
Afghanistan Diplomacy Gathers Steam Even as Attacks Increase
This week the Afghan government and Taliban met publicly for the first time – albeit informally – for a peace dialogue. Crisis Group’s Senior Afghanistan Analyst Borhan Osman explains what the talks mean and what may lie ahead.
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Add Some Pop To Life!
Crown’s Accents™ variable printing technology helps Italian brewery connect with younger demographic
Yardley, PA – July 30, 2019. Life is colorful, life is fun. Throw in a bit of POP and you have pretty much summed up the ethos of Italian craft brewer Baladin as it looks to engage millennials with the country’s very first craft beer in cans, branded POP (short for popular beer). Passionate owner and brewer Teo Musso – who founded Baladin in Piozzo, Italy, in 1986 – was looking to revamp the look of the range – a challenge gladly taken on by Crown Bevcan Europe & Middle East.
Originally launched in metal packaging in 2015, the products were available in six different designs each featuring different labels - one for each design – lending a sophisticated, collector’s item feel to the brand. Musso’s latest vision was to extend the collectible range while innovating with the printing process. Supported by Crown with its Accents™ variable printing technology, Baladin developed 12 new standout designs that could be mixed on a single pallet and printed in one go. This process creates a range of cans for brands seeking to encourage customers to view their products as highly customized or personalized while printing the cans in just one production run.
Crown’s designers worked closely with Baladin’s graphic artists to ensure the desired result was achieved. Typically, only a small part of the design is decorated using variable printing. For POP, the process is used on a wider can surface, with six out of the eight colors used being variable. Each can design is numbered from one to twelve, making it easy for consumers to collect all the cans after consumption.
The results have been stunning, and Teo was more than impressed that his vision could be brought to life. He said: “It has been a rewarding experience in working with Crown to achieve this unprecedented level of customized graphic art on our product packaging. When we started this project, we were looking for striking, colorful designs that would appeal to the millennials’ original tastes. Crown’s beverage can is so much more than a functional tool to contain one of our live beers; it is also an amazing communication device for our brand messaging.”
Crown’s cans are not only stunning and functional but sustainable too. With the millennial generation acutely aware of climate change and the need to contribute to the circular economy, metal cans provide further appeal to this demographic. Cans are 100% and infinitely recyclable without loss of properties and the infrastructure to collect and process them is advanced across Europe and beyond.
Véronique Curulla, Marketing & Business Development Director at Crown Bevcan Europe, said: “We are so proud to have been a part of this exciting project with Baladin brewery. The team effort of their creative minds and our technical experts achieved both the most colorful variable print on the beverage can and occupying the most surface area ever achieved by us with this method. Once again, this shows how dynamic and creative the new and fast-growing categories like craft beer are with beverage cans. In addition to being fully recyclable and offering best product protection cans are a gateway to a robust set of decorative finishes which allow for unrestrained creativity."
About Crown Holdings, Inc.
Crown Holdings, Inc., through its subsidiaries, is a leading global supplier of rigid packaging products to consumer marketing companies, as well as transit and protective packaging products, equipment and services to a broad range of end markets. World headquarters are located in Yardley, Pennsylvania. For more information, visit www.crowncork.com.
In Europe: Veronique Curulla, Marketing & Business Development Director, Crown Bevcan Europe & Middle East; Tel: 33 1 49 18 40 28; Email: Veronique.Curulla@eur.crowncork.com
In the United States: Ron Skotleski, Director of Marketing, North America, Crown Beverage Packaging; Tel: (215) 718-1303; Email: Ron.Skotleski@crowncork.com
In South America: Fabio Braido, Commercial Coordinator Crown Embalagens Metalicas da Amazonia S.A.; Tel: 55 11 4529-1081; Email: Fabio.Braido@crowncork.com.br
In Mexico: Ramiro Barney, Commercial Director, Crown Beverage Packaging Mexico; Tel: 52 (722) 275 5810; Email: Ramiro.Barney@famosa.com.mx
In Asia Pacific: Frank Koh, Senior Vice President, Crown Asia Pacific Holdings Ltd; Tel: 65-622 948 28; Email: frank.koh@crowncork.com.sg
For editorial inquiries: Maria Ciubotaru, Associate Vice President, Finn Partners; Tel: 44 207 017 8345; Email: maria.ciubotaru@finnpartners.com
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You can exercise your data protection rights in various ways. For example, you can opt out of marketing by clicking the "unsubscribe" link in the emails, in your account as applicable, or contacting our customer service. Our Privacy Statement has more information about the options and data protection rights available to you.
5. How to contact us
More information about our privacy practices is in our full Privacy Statement. You can also contact us as described below in the "Contact Us" section to ask questions about how we handle your personal information or make requests about your personal information.
Categories of Personal Information We Collect
International Data Transfer & Privacy Shield
Record Retention
Updates to Privacy Statement
When you use our platform, Apps, or associated tools or services, we may collect the following kinds of personal information from you as needed:
Name, email address, telephone number, and home, business, and billing addressees
Government issued Identification required for booking or identity verification, such as passport, driver's license, and government redress numbers, and for vacation property owners, tax identification number
Payment information such as payment card number, expiration date, and billing address
Travel-related preferences and requests such as favorite destination and accommodation types, and special dietary and accessibility needs, as available
Loyalty program and membership information
Birth date and gender
Images, videos, and other recordings
Social media account ID and other publicly available information
Communications with us (such as recordings of calls with customer service representatives for quality assurance and training purposes)
Searches you conduct, transactions, and other interactions with you on our online services and Apps
Other communications that occur through the platform among partners and travelers, and in-group chat and traveler-collaboration tools
The searches and transactions conducted through the platform
Data you give us about other people, such as your travel companions or others for whom you are making a booking
Information we receive about you from other Expedia Group companies and third parties such as our business and affiliate partners and authorized service providers which may include updated contact information, demographic information, interests, and purchase history, which we may add to your account or profile and use for market research and analysis
When you install any of our apps or use our platform, we automatically collect the following types of information from your device:
Unique device identification numbers
Internet browser-type (such as Firefox, Safari, Chrome, and Internet Explorer)
How your device has interacted with our online services, including the pages accessed, links clicked, trips viewed, and features used, along with associated dates and times
Details of any referring website or exit pages, as well as general geographic location (such as at the country or city-level)
Our Cookie Statement further explains how we use cookies and similar tracking technology.
When you download and use any of our mobile apps, we collect certain technical information from your device to enable the app to work properly and as otherwise described in this Privacy Statement. That technical information includes:
Device and telephone connectivity information such as your carrier, network type, network operator, subscriber identity module ("SIM") operator, and SIM country
Operating system and version
Performance and data usage
Usage data, such as dates and times the app accesses our servers, the features and links clicked in the app, searches, transactions, and the data and files downloaded to the app
Device settings selected or enabled, such as Wi-Fi, Global Positioning System ("GPS"), and Bluetooth (which may be used for location services, subject to your permission as explained below)
Mobile device settings
Other technical information such as app name, type, and version as needed to provide you with services
Permissions for Location-Based Services:
Depending on your device's settings and permissions and your choice to participate in certain programs, we may collect the location of your device by using GPS signals, cell phone towers, Wi-Fi signals, Bluetooth or other technologies. We will collect this information, if you opt in through the app or other program (either during your initial login or later) to enable certain location-based services available within the app (for example, locating available lodging closest to you). To disable location capabilities of the app, you can log off or change your mobile device's settings.
We use your personal information for various purposes described below, which depend on the site you visit or the app you use.
Your Use of Online Sites, Apps, and Services:
Book the requested travel or enable vacation property booking
Provide services related to the booking and/or account
Create, maintain, and update user accounts on our platform and authenticate you as a user
Maintain your search and travel history, accommodation and travel preferences, and similar information about your use of Expedia Group's platform and services, and as otherwise described in this Privacy Statement
Enable and facilitate acceptance and processing of payments, coupons, and other transactions
Administer loyalty and rewards programs
Collect and enable booking-related reviews
Help you to use our services faster and easier through features like the ability to sign-in using your account within the online services and sites of some of the Expedia Group companies
Communications and Marketing:
Respond to your questions, requests for information, and process information choices
Enable communication between you and the travel supplier like hotels and vacation property owners
Contact you (such as by text message, email, phone calls, mail, push notifications, or messages on other communication platforms) to provide information like travel booking confirmations and updates, for marketing purposes, or for other purposes as described in this Privacy Statement
Market our products and services, optimize such marketing to be more relevant to you, and measure and analyze the effectiveness of our marketing and promotions
Administer promotions like contests, sweepstakes, and similar giveaways
Other Business Purposes and Compliance:
Conduct surveys, market research, and data analytics
Maintain, improve, research, and measure the effectiveness of our sites and apps, activities, tools, and services
Monitor or record calls, chats, and other communications with our customer service team and other representatives, as well as platform communications between or among partners and travelers for quality control, training, dispute resolution, and as described in this Privacy Statement
Create aggregated or otherwise anonymized or deidentified data, which we may use and disclose without restriction where permissible
Promote security, verify identity of our customers, prevent and investigate fraud and unauthorized activities, defend against claims and other liabilities, and manage other risks
Comply with applicable laws, protect our and our users' rights and interest, defend ourselves, and respond to law enforcement, other legal authorities, and requests that are part of a legal process
Comply with applicable security and anti-terrorism, anti-bribery, customs and immigration, and other such due diligence laws and requirements
Operate our business using lawful business purposes and as permitted by law
We share your personal information as described below and in this Privacy Statement, and as permitted by applicable law.
Expedia Group Companies. We share your personal information within the Expedia Group companies, listed at www.expediagroup.com. Expedia Group companies share, access and use your personal information as described in this Privacy Statement.
Third-party service providers. We share personal information with third-parties in connection with the delivery of services to you and the operation of our business (for example, to provide credit card processing, customer service, business analytics, and fraud prevention and compliance services, and to serve you with advertising tailored to your interests). These third-party service providers are required to protect personal information we share with them and may not use any directly identifying personal information other than to provide services we contracted them for. They are not allowed to use the personal information we share for purposes of their own direct marketing (unless you have separately consented with the third-party under the terms provided by the third-party).
Travel suppliers. We share personal information with travel-related suppliers such as hotels, airlines, car-rental companies, insurance, vacation-rental property owners and managers, and where available, activity providers, rail, or cruise lines who fulfill your booking. Please note that travel suppliers may contact you to obtain additional information if and as required to facilitate your booking or to otherwise provide the travel or associated services.
Business partners and offers. If we promote a program or offer a service or product in conjunction with a third-party business partner, we will share your information with that partner to assist in marketing or to provide the associated product or service. In most of those cases, the program or offer will include the name of the third-party business partner, either alone or with ours, or you will be redirected to the website of that business with notice. An example of such a business-partner relationship would be a third-party loyalty program for which you could earn points by completing a booking on our platform.
Other Third-Parties. When you access certain features like Facebook"s "Like" button or a single sign-on that allows you to login with your social media credentials to our online services, you will share information with the third-party, like a social media company, such as the fact that you have visited or interacted with us. In the European Economic Area (EEA), Switzerland, and United Kingdom (UK) we will not load social media sharing or sign-on buttons on our website unless and until you accept our use of cookies and similar technologies. For more information, see our Cookie Statement. The third-party provider may combine this information with other information they have about you. The personal information shared will be governed by the third-party provider's privacy policy (including any personal information we may access via the third-party provider). The third-party providers should inform you about how you can modify your privacy settings on their site.
Legal rights and obligations. We may disclose your personal information to enforce our policies, or where we are permitted (or believe in good faith that we are required) to do so by applicable law, such as in response to a request by a law enforcement or governmental authority, in connection with actual or proposed litigation, or to protect and defend our property, people and other rights or interests. We may also share your personal information pursuant to a subpoena or other legal request, or as necessary to remit certain taxes in the course of processing payments as required by law or legal process.
Corporate transactions. We may share your personal information in connection with a corporate transaction, such as a divestiture, merger, consolidation, assignments or asset sale, or in the unlikely event of bankruptcy. In the case of any acquisition, we will inform the buyer it must use your personal information only for the purposes disclosed in this Privacy Statement.
You have certain rights and choices with respect to your personal information, as described below:
If you have an account with us, you may change your communication preferences by either (1) logging in and updating the information in your account (not available for all Expedia Group companies) or (2) contacting us here
You can control our use of certain cookies by following the guidance in our Cookie Statement
You can update the accuracy of your information at any time by either logging into your account or contacting us
If you no longer wish to receive marketing and promotional emails, you may unsubscribe by clicking the 'unsubscribe' link in the email. You can also log into your account to change communication settings (not available for all Expedia Group companies) or contacting us here. Please note that if you choose to unsubscribe from or opt out of marketing emails, we may still send you important transactional and account-related messages from which you will not be able to unsubscribe
For our mobile apps, you can view and manage notifications and preferences in the settings menus of the app and of your operating system
If we are processing your personal information on the basis of consent, you may withdraw that consent at any time by contacting us. Withdrawing your consent will not affect the lawfulness of any processing that occurred before you withdrew consent and it will not affect our processing of your personal information that is conducted in reliance on a legal basis other than consent
For questions about privacy and your rights and choices, please contact us here.
For California residents:
California residents may exercise the following rights:
To request a copy of your personal information
To request disclosure of personal information sold or disclosed for a business purpose
To request the deletion of personal information
To opt out of the sale of personal information here: Do Not Sell My Personal Information
International Data Transfer
The personal information we process may be transmitted or transferred to countries other than the country in which you reside. Those countries may have data protection laws that are different from the laws of your country.
The servers for our platform are located in the United States, and the Expedia Group companies and third-party service providers operate in many countries around the world. When we collect your personal information, we may process it in any of those countries.
We have taken appropriate steps and put safeguards in place to help ensure that your personal information remains protected in accordance with this Privacy Statement. For example, any data transfers between our group companies are governed by our intragroup agreements which incorporate strict data transfer terms (including the European Commission's Standard Contractual Clauses, for transfers from the EEA) and require all group companies to protect the personal information they process in accordance with applicable data protection law. In addition, certain Expedia Group U.S. affiliates have certified with the EU-U.S. and Swiss-U.S. Privacy Shield, as explained below in the "Privacy Shield" section.
We also require that third-party service providers to whom a data transfer is made has appropriate safeguards in place to protect your personal information, in compliance with applicable data protection law. The particular measures used will depend on the service provider, and our agreements with them may include European Commission approved Standard Contractual Clauses, the service provider's certification under the EU-U.S. and/or Swiss-U.S. Privacy Shield certification, or reliance on the service provider's Binding Corporate Rules, as defined by the European Commission.
Certain Expedia Group U.S. affiliates have certified to the EU-U.S. and Swiss-U.S. Privacy Shield frameworks and that we adhere to the Privacy Shield Principles of Notice, Choice, Accountability for Onward Transfers, Security, Data Integrity and Purpose Limitation, Access, and Recourse, Enforcement, and Liability for personal information from the EU, Switzerland, and the United Kingdom. Our certifications can be found here. For more information about the Privacy Shield principles, please visit: www.privacyshield.gov. For more on our adherence to the Privacy Shield Frameworks, please see information posted here.
We want you to feel confident about using our platform and all associated tools and services, and we are committed to taking appropriate steps to protect the information we collect. While no company can guarantee absolute security, we do take reasonable steps to implement appropriate physical, technical, and organizational measures to protect the personal information that we collect and process.
We will retain your personal information in accordance with all applicable laws, for as long as it may be relevant to fulfill the purposes set forth in this Privacy Statement, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law. We will deidentify, aggregate, or otherwise anonymize your personal information if we intend to use it for analytical purposes or trend analysis over longer periods of time.
The criteria we use to determine our retention periods include:
The duration of our relationship with you, including any open accounts you may have with Expedia Group companies, or recent bookings or other transactions you have made on our platform
Whether we have a legal obligation related to your personal information, such as laws requiring us to keep records of your transactions with us
Whether there are any current and relevant legal obligations affecting how long we will keep your personal information, including contractual obligations, litigation holds, statutes of limitations, and regulatory investigations
Types of cookies and similar technologies
Cookies are small pieces of text sent as files to your computer or mobile device when you visit most websites. Cookies may be delivered by us (first party cookies) or delivered by a third-party partner or supplier (third-party cookies). Cookies are either session cookies or persistent cookies. Session cookies enable sites to recognize and link the actions of a user during a browsing session and expire at the end of each session. Persistent cookies help us recognize you as an existing user and these cookies are stored on your system or device until they expire, although you can delete them before the expiration date.
Other similar technologies
Web beacons, gifs, and clear gifs are tiny graphics, each with a unique identifier that are embedded invisibly on sites and in emails. Web beacons allow us to know if a certain page was visited or if ad banners on our sites and other sites are effective. We also use web beacons in our HTML-based emails to let us know whether our emails have been opened by recipients, which helps us to gauge the effectiveness of certain communications, promotions, and marketing campaigns.
Proximity based beacons send one-way signals over very short distances, to communicate with associated mobile apps installed on your phone. They can notify you, for example, about experiences related to your trip and can alert you to related deals or promotions. Beacons communicate with your device only when you are in close proximity and only if you have given consent within the relevant mobile application.
Pixels are small objects embedded into a web page that are not visible to the user. We use pixels to deliver cookies to your computer, facilitate the log-in process, monitor the activity on our sites, and deliver online advertising.
Tags are small pieces of HTML code that tell your browser to request certain content generated by an ad server. We use tags to show you relevant advertising and promotions.
Scripts are pieces of JavaScript code that launch automatically when certain webpages load, to determine whether users view associated advertisements.
Local Storage Objects, such as HTML 5, are used to store content and preferences. Third-parties with whom we partner to provide certain features on our site to display advertising based upon your web browsing activity use Local Storage Objects to collect and store information.
All of the technologies described above will be collectively referred to in this Cookie Statement as "cookies".
Expedia Group's use of cookies
At Expedia Group, we use cookies for a number of reasons, including to:
Help us improve your experience when visiting our sites
Fulfill transactions and ensure our sites perform as intended
Remember your preferences, such as language, region, or currency
Provide you with relevant advertising and analyze performance of the ads
Enable you to return to previous travel searches
Identify errors on our sites
Help with data protection and potentially detect and investigate malicious or fraudulent activity
Help us understand traffic to our site, including time and date of the visit, time and date of the last visit, and other information
Analyze how well our sites are performing
Types of information collected by cookies
The types of information that we collect through cookies include:
Viewed pages
Browsing information
Whether you have responded to, or interacted with, an advertisement
Referring or referred links or URLs
Features used and activities engaged in on our sites and in our apps
See the Categories of Personal Information We Collect section above for more information on what types of information are collected automatically.
Types and functions of cookies
Certain cookies are required or "essential" for our sites to function as intended. Essential cookies are necessary for you to navigate our site and use certain features like logging in to your account and managing your bookings. These cookies are also used to remember security settings that allow access to particular content. Lastly, we use essential cookies to collect information on which web pages visitors go to most, so we can improve our online services. You are not able to opt out of essential cookies.
Other Types of Cookies
We also use other types of cookies to make our site engaging and useful to you:
Functional Cookies. We want to make sure when you visit our site, your preferences (such as your preferred language), settings, and previous searches are remembered. Functional cookies enhance your experience on any Expedia Group company's site.
Analytics Cookies. We use analytics cookies to:
Understand our site's performance and how it is used, including the number of visitors, how long you stay on the site, and which parts of the site you visit. We can see details about how visitors interacted with the site, like the number of clicks visitors made on a given page, their mouse movements and scrolling activity, the search words visitors used, and the text visitors enter into various fields
Test different designs and features for our site
Monitor how our visitors reach our sites
Determine effectiveness of our advertising
Improve our services, including your experience on our site
For analytics, our third-party service providers may use cookies to perform their services and may combine the information that they collect about you on our sites with other information that they have collected. For example, we use Google analytics cookies to monitor the performance of our sites. Our ability to use and share information collected by Google Analytics about your visit to our sites is restricted by the Google Analytics Terms of Use and the Google Privacy Policy. This Cookie Statement does not cover such third-parties' use of your information.
Some analytics cookies can perform tasks essential and/or functional to online services like enabling site improvements and testing changes on a site.
Advertising Cookies. Expedia Group and our third-party advertising partners may use advertising cookies to show you advertisements both on and off our sites that are based on your interests. We may allow third-parties to collect information about your online activities through cookies to perform their services and may combine the information that they collect about you on our sites with other information that they have collected. These third-parties include business partners who collect information when you view or interact with one of (1) their advertisements on our sites or (2) our advertising or booking information on their sites and advertising networks, which collect information about your interests when you view or interact with one of the advertisements or tracking mechanisms they place on many different sites on the Internet. Our partners may make assumptions about your interests, characteristics, or preferences and add you to groups based on those assumptions in order to show you tailored advertisements. Expedia Group does not have access to the cookies these third-parties may use to collect information about your interests, and the information practices of these third-parties are not covered by this Cookie Statement or our Privacy Statement. Some of these companies are members of the Network Advertising Initiative, which offers a single location to opt out of ad targeting from member companies. To learn more, please click here and here
You can choose not to receive tailored online advertising on this site and other sites and learn more about opting out of having your information used for tailored advertising purposes by accessing one of the following resources:
For EEA, Switzerland, and UK: http://www.youronlinechoices.eu/
For Canada: http://youradchoices.ca/choices/
For U.S. and rest of world:
http://optout.networkadvertising.org/
Note that if you choose not to receive tailored ads, you will still see online advertisements, but they will be general and less relevant to you.
How can you manage your cookies?
You can set or amend your web browser controls to accept or refuse cookies whenever you like, but please remember if you do choose to reject cookies, your access to some of the functionality and areas of our site may be restricted.
Do-Not-Track Signals and Similar Mechanisms.
Some web browsers may transmit "do-not-track" signals to sites with which the browser communicates. Because of differences in how web browsers incorporate and activate this feature, it is not always clear whether users intend for these signals to be transmitted, or whether users are even aware of them. Participants in the leading Internet standards-setting organization that is addressing this issue are in the process of determining what, if anything, sites should do when they receive such signals. We currently do not take action in response to these signals. If and when a final standard is established and accepted, we will reassess our sites' responses to these signals and make appropriate updates to this Cookie Statement.
If you have any questions or concerns about our use of your personal information, please contact us here. For a list of the Expedia Group companies, click here.
We may update this Privacy Statement in response to changing laws or technical or business developments. You can see when this Privacy Statement was last updated by checking the "last updated" date displayed at the top of this Statement.
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In January 2015, the company received a US$75 million investment, led by Draper Fisher Jurvetson, the New York Stock Exchange, USAA, and several banks.[20] Later in January, the company launched a U.S.-based bitcoin exchange for professional traders called Coinbase Exchange.[21] Coinbase began to offer services in Canada in 2015,[22] but in July 2016, Coinbase announced it would halt services in August after the closure of their Canadian online payments service provider Vogogo.[citation needed]
Hat Coinbase Arbeit in China
The legal status of cryptocurrencies varies substantially from country to country and is still undefined or changing in many of them. While some countries have explicitly allowed their use and trade,[51] others have banned or restricted it. According to the Library of Congress, an "absolute ban" on trading or using cryptocurrencies applies in eight countries: Algeria, Bolivia, Egypt, Iraq, Morocco, Nepal, Pakistan, and the United Arab Emirates. An "implicit ban" applies in another 15 countries, which include Bahrain, Bangladesh, China, Colombia, the Dominican Republic, Indonesia, Iran, Kuwait, Lesotho, Lithuania, Macau, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia and Taiwan.[52] In the United States and Canada, state and provincial securities regulators, coordinated through the North American Securities Administrators Association, are investigating "bitcoin scams" and ICOs in 40 jurisdictions.[53]
Was ist Crypto Arbitrage
Der Bitcoin gab 2009 den Startschuss für die neue Ära des digitalen Zahlungsverkehrs. Seitdem wurden viele weitere Kryptowährungen implementiert. Diese nennt man auch Altcoins. Sie bezeichnen sich als eine verbesserte Version der Bitcoin, die allerdings auch die Blockchain Technologie nutzen. Über 800 Währungen sind mittlerweile in Verwendung. Laut Coinmarketcap.com beläuft sich die Marktkapitalisierung aller Kryptowährungen auf etwas mehr als 176 Milliarden USD. Davon entfallen mit 79,5 Milliarden USD der größte Anteil auf Bitcoin (Stand September 2017). Ethereum, Bitcoin Cash, Ripple, Litecoin, NEM, Dash, IOTA, Monero und Ethereum Classic folgen auf der Rangliste der Kryptowährungen.
Billigten die SEC Bitcoin ETF
Properties of cryptocurrencies gave them popularity in applications such as a safe haven in banking crises and means of payment, which also led to the cryptocurrency use in controversial settings in the form of online black markets, such as Silk Road.[66] The original Silk Road was shut down in October 2013 and there have been two more versions in use since then. In the year following the initial shutdown of Silk Road, the number of prominent dark markets increased from four to twelve, while the amount of drug listings increased from 18,000 to 32,000.[66]
Kryptowahrung sollten Sie investieren in
Paul Krugman, Nobel Memorial Prize in Economic Sciences winner does not like bitcoin, has repeated numerous times that it is a bubble that will not last[92] and links it to Tulip mania.[93] American business magnate Warren Buffett thinks that cryptocurrency will come to a bad ending.[94] In October 2017, BlackRock CEO Laurence D. Fink called bitcoin an 'index of money laundering'.[95] "Bitcoin just shows you how much demand for money laundering there is in the world," he said.
Wie komme ich in Bitcoin Bergbau
Ist Ripple eine private Blockchain
An initial coin offering (ICO) is a controversial means of raising funds for a new cryptocurrency venture. An ICO may be used by startups with the intention of avoiding regulation. However, securities regulators in many jurisdictions, including in the U.S., and Canada have indicated that if a coin or token is an "investment contract" (e.g., under the Howey test, i.e., an investment of money with a reasonable expectation of profit based significantly on the entrepreneurial or managerial efforts of others), it is a security and is subject to securities regulation. In an ICO campaign, a percentage of the cryptocurrency (usually in the form of "tokens") is sold to early backers of the project in exchange for legal tender or other cryptocurrencies, often bitcoin or ether.[47][48][49]
Ist Bergbau Bitcoin illegal in den USA
Hat Astraleum eine Grenze haben
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Molecular Approaches to Controlling Cancer
(Cold Spring Harbor Symposia on Quantitative Biology LXX)
Book Series: Cold Spring Harbor Symposia on Quantitative Biology
Subject Area(s): Cell Biology; Human Biology and Disease; Cancer Biology
Edited by Bruce Stillman, Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory; David Stewart, Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory
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The 2005 Cold Spring Harbor Symposium on Quantitative Biology focused on molecular strategies aimed at understanding and controlling the cancerous state. The resulting volume, with contributions from the world's leading laboratories, covers many aspects of cancer genetics, including DNA repair, telomeres, animal models, stem cells, and therapeutic approaches.
Symposium Participants
Cancer Genetics and Genomes
Oncogenes Come of Age
H. Varmus, W. Pao, K. Politi, K. Podsypanina, and Y.–C.N. Du
Common and Contrasting Genomic Profiles among the Major Human Lung Cancer Subtypes
G. Tonon, C. Brennan, A. Protopopov, G. Maulik, B. Feng, Y. Zhang, D.B. Khatry, M.J. You, A.J. Aguirre, E.S. Martin, Z. Yang, H. Ji, L. Chin, K.–K. Wong, and R.A. DePinho
“Lineage Addiction” in Human Cancer: Lessons from Integrated Genomics
L.A. Garraway, B.A. Weir, X. Zhao, H. Widlund, R. Beroukhim, A. Berger, D. Rimm, M.A. Rubin, D.E. Fisher, M.L. Meyerson, and W.R. Sellers
Polygenic Inherited Predisposition to Breast Cancer
B.A.J. Ponder, A. Antoniou, A. Dunning, D.F. Easton, and P.D.P. Pharoah
Somatic Mutations in Human Cancer: Insights from Resequencing the Protein Kinase Gene Family
P.A. Futreal, R. Wooster, and M.R. Stratton
High–Resolution ROMA CGH and FISH Analysis of Aneuploid and Diploid Breast Tumors
J. Hicks, L. Muthuswamy, A. Krasnitz, N. Navin, M. Riggs, V. Grubor, D. Esposito, J. Alexander, J. Troge, M. Wigler, S. Maner, P. Lundin, and A. Zetterberg
Ductal Pancreatic Cancer in Humans and Mice
D.A. Tuveson and S.R. Hingorani
Detection of Oncogenic Mutations in the EGFR Gene in Lung Adenocarcinoma with Differential Sensitivity to EGFR Tyrosine Kinase Inhibitors
R.K. Thomas, H. Greulich, Y. Yuza, J.C. Lee, T. Tengs, W. Feng, T.–H. Chen, E. Nickerson, J. Simons, M. Egholm, J.M. Rothberg, W.R. Sellers, and M.L. Meyerson
Two Decades of Cancer Genetics: From Specificity to Pleiotropic Networks
S. Grisendi and P.P. Pandolfi
Abnormalities of the Inactive X Chromosome Are a Common Feature of BRCA1 Mutant and Sporadic Basal–like Breast Cancer
S. Ganesan, A.L. Richardson, Z.C. Wang, J.D. Iglehart, A. Miron, J. Feunteun, D. Silver, and D.M. Livingston
The ATM–dependent DNA Damage Signaling Pathway
R. Kitagawa and M.B. Kastan
Single–Nucleotide Polymorphisms in the p53 Pathway
S.L. Harris, G. Gil, W. Hu, H. Robins, E. Bond, K. Hirshfield, Z. Feng, X. Yu, A.K. Teresky, G. Bond, and A.J. Levine
Transcriptional Regulation by p53 and p73
M. Lokshin, T. Tanaka, and C. Prives
p53–Dependent and –Independent Functions of the Arf Tumor Suppressor
C.J. Sherr, D. Bertwistle, W. den Besten, M.–L. Kuo, M. Sugimoto, K. Tago, R.T. Williams, F. Zindy, and M.F. Roussel
Exploiting the DNA Repair Defect in BRCA Mutant Cells in the Design of New Therapeutic Strategies for Cancer
A.N.J. Tutt, C.J. Lord, N. McCabe, H. Farmer, N. Turner, N.M. Martin, S.P. Jackson, G.C.M. Smith, and A. Ashworth
Cancer Biology and Stem Cells
Identifying Site–specific Metastasis Genes and Functions
G.P. Gupta, A.J. Minn, Y. Kang, P.M. Siegel, I. Serganova, C. Cordón–Cardo, A.B. Olshen, W.L. Gerald, and J. Massagué
The von Hippel–Lindau Tumor Suppressor Protein: Roles in Cancer and Oxygen Sensing
W.G. Kaelin, Jr.
The Src Substrate Tks5, Podosomes (Invadopodia), and Cancer Cell Invasion
S.A. Courtneidge, E.F. Azucena, Jr., I. Pass, D.F. Seals, and L. Tesfay
Modeling Neurofibromatosis Type 1 Tumors in the Mouse for Therapeutic Intervention
L.F. Parada, C.–H. Kwon, and Y. Zhu
Stem Cell Self–Renewal and Cancer Cell Proliferation Are Regulated by Common Networks That Balance the Activation of Proto–oncogenes and Tumor Suppressors
R. Pardal, A.V. Molofsky, S. He, and S.J. Morrison
Prostate Stem Cells and Prostate Cancer
D.A. Lawson, L. Xin, R. Lukacs, Q. Xu, D. Cheng, and O.N. Witte
Telomeres, Senescence, and Aging
Telomere–related Genome Instability in Cancer
T. de Lange
Telomerase and Cancer Stem Cells
M. Armanios and C.W. Greider
Regulation of Telomerase by Human Papillomaviruses
D.A. Galloway, L.C. Gewin, H. Myers, W. Luo, C. Grandori, R.A. Katzenellenbogen, and J.K. McDougall
Animal Models for Cancer
Genomic Progression in Mouse Models for Liver Tumors
A.D. Tward, K.D. Jones, S. Yant, M.A. Kay, R. Wang, and J.M. Bishop
Genotype–Phenotype Relationships in a Mouse Model for Human Small–Cell Lung Cancer
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June 05, 2019 Columns » DiverseCity
Hillside: The gentrifiers are coming
By Patience Kabwasa
J. Adrian Stanley
Higher prices hit the Hillside neighborhood.
"I’m just afraid that there is going to be gentrification and I’m going to lose my house and I want stay where I am for at least 15 more years,” a woman stated at a gathering of concerned Hillside neighbors.
It’s a reasonable concern for those living on a budget: From 2017 to 2019 Hillside’s median home values increased nearly $44,000, or about 35 percent. The woman was just one of many Hillside neighbors to express concern at a learning session with the El Paso County Assessor’s Office at the Hillside Community Center in late May. The topic was the astronomical increase in home values in Hillside — a trend citywide — and the big bump in property tax bills that would accompany those increases (News, “Sticker shock,” April 3).
For the second year in a row, Colorado Springs took the No. 1 spot (this time, along with Honolulu, San Francisco and Portland, Oregon) among the nation’s most desirable places to live as ranked by U.S. News & World Report. Living in the foothills of the Rocky Mountains means having easy access to resort towns, skiing and hiking — a big draw for yuppies and retirees. Our city is trying to take advantage of that, rushing to “revitalize” our downtown and surrounding neighborhoods in preparation for these newcomers. But those changes leave the most vulnerable long-term residents of those central areas feeling fearful.
Assessor Steve Schleiker says, “[Experts] are predicting a 17.6 percent increase in population here in this county in the next 10 years.” That won’t improve the situation for those already being pushed out of their neighborhoods.
While many are celebrating as city workers rip up Vermijo Avenue downtown — a first step in a planned transformation of the street into a pedestrian-friendly area similar to Denver’s 16th Street Mall — others see the project as another marker of imminent displacement.
It’s not community investment and development that residents resist; it’s the total whitewashing of traditionally diverse neighborhoods, the uprooting of generations of families, and the erasure of the culture and history of established neighborhoods. Most importantly, there is a toll on individuals who are displaced. And too often, those individuals are low-income people of color.
It’s not community investment and development that residents resist; it’s the total whitewashing of traditionally diverse neighborhoods, the uprooting of generations of families, and the erasure of the culture and history of established neighborhoods. click to tweet
Over 200 Hillside homes (nearly 10 percent of properties) sold between 2016 and mid-2018. Is what’s happening in Hillside gentrification? Is it community revitalization? What benefit, if any, does the transformation offer? The answers change depending on whom you ask. But the results of displacement are clear: People lose their homes and communities.
Here’s something to consider on our way to becoming more-Denver-than-Denver: A new National Community Reinvestment Coalition found that more Latinx people were being displaced from Denver’s fast-gentrifying neighborhoods than in any other city in the nation. And while there are a variety of reasons for that, there’s no doubt that big property tax increases hit low-income property owners hardest. (Some exemptions for seniors and disabled veterans are available: tinyurl.com/exempttax.) According to the Institute on Taxation and Economic Policy, “On average, poor homeowners and renters pay more of their incomes in property taxes than do any other income group — and the wealthiest taxpayers pay the least.”
What are our poorer residents getting for those extra dollars? Are police response times lower? Are potholes on their streets fixed more quickly? Are their schools thriving? Is there even a school in the neighborhood?
Gerald Miller, a 20-year Hillside resident, says what’s happening in Hillside now feels familiar — years back, the same “urban renewal” transformed the Lowell neighborhood nearby. In fact, Miller claims, at a city meeting 18 years ago, plans were presented for the future of the neighborhood. “I had gotten blueprints from the city. My house wasn’t there anymore. It looked like a group home was [placed] on Hancock and a house in the middle of Moreno and two houses in the middle of Cimarron.” After some inquiries, he says he was informed that the city had presented the wrong blueprints to him.
In another alarming incident, Miller says that in 1985, during the savings and loan crisis, he heard that a couple families had bought homes in the area for around $50,000, paid the mortgage for some 35 years, and ended up in foreclosure when they could no longer pay the super-high-interest loans.
It’s tough to verify these cautionary tales, but they point to a feeling of distrust in a lower-income area: a concern that the government, banks or someone else might steal away your life’s investment.
The strongest way to combat gentrification is to build neighborhood power. Writer Melissa Chadburn, with the Economic Hardship Reporting Project, suggests several ways to fight displacement, like ensuring community gathering spaces such as libraries, schools, roads and community centers are not privatized. And she says it’s crucial not to settle for the pat answer of supply-and-demand ratios, which don’t take into account decades-long economic violence. We have to demand affordable housing, confront elected officials and support those working for equitable renter’s rights, like Colorado Homes for All.
And if you’re a gentrifier, Chadburn urges you to “talk to the people who are being gentrified” and vice versa. Although it may sound very Kumbaya-ish, the goal is to humanize the conversations. Or as the late journalist/author/activist Jane Jacobs once wrote, “A metropolitan economy, if it is working well, is constantly transforming many poor people into middle-class people, many illiterates into skilled people, many greenhorns into competent citizens. ... Cities don’t lure the middle class. They create it.”
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Gemma Atkinson says Strictly's Gorka Márquez is the first boyfriend to 'make her feel sexy in a T-shirt'... and he also loves her cellulite
By MailOnline Reporter
Published: 14:03 EST, 8 January 2019 | Updated: 16:16 EST, 8 January 2019
They found love when they both danced on Strictly Come Dancing in 2017.
And Gemma Atkinson, 34, has gushed about her beau Gorka Márquez, 28, makes her feel like no man has before.
The former Emmerdale star told the Sun that the Strictly hunk is the first boyfriend 'who truly makes me feel attractive in just a T-shirt.'
Happy: Gemma Atkinson, 34, has gushed about her beau Gorka Márquez, 28, makes her feel like no man has before
Discussing her body confidence issues she added: 'I've got the odd stretch mark and some cellulite on the top of my legs, like every woman. And he tells me every single day how beautiful he thinks I am.
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'The first thing he says in the morning is, "Good morning. I love you. How did you sleep?" I know there's time for that to stop – I'm aware we've not been together that long – but I've never had that before.
Gemma and Gorka met on Strictly last year, when Gorka was paired up with singer Alexandra Burke who also made it to the final.
Loved up: Gemma and Gorka met on Strictly last year, when Gorka was paired up with singer Alexandra Burke who also made it to the final
During their time on the show, Gemma and Gorka repeatedly denied they were in a relationship, and it was only after the series ended that they confirmed they were dating.
The pair solidified their romance as they spent New Year's Eve together in 2017 and embarked on the Strictly tour - during which their co-stars urged them to confess their relationship status.
Gemma's comments come just a day after she told OK! Magazine that her Spanish-born beau loves to kiss her cellulite and has made her embrace her body.
Self-love: Gemma's comments come just a day after she told OK! Magazine that her Spanish-born beau loves to kiss her cellulite and has made her embrace her body
'I have days where I’m heavier than others, but I’m 34 and I’m really proud of how I look,' she said.
'Gorka kisses my cellulite – it isn’t an issue with him, which I find refreshing.’
Speaking about their romance, Gemma, who was partnered with Aljaž Škorjanec,, gushed: 'He means everything to me. He’s my best friend.
Best friend: Speaking about their romance, Gemma, who was partnered with Aljaž Škorjanec,, gushed: 'He means everything to me. He’s my best friend.'
'We’ve been together almost a year now and he messages me out of the blue and says: "I love you so much I can’t wait to see you".
'The other week he flew back from Spain for seven hours just to see me.’
'We never let each other think there’s anyone or anything else that’s more important.
Sweet: 'We’ve been together almost a year now and he messages me out of the blue and says: "I love you so much I can’t wait to see you"
'He’ll leave little Post-it notes on the bathroom mirror. Despite our hectic schedules we’re still each other’s number one.’
Since finding love on Strictly a year ago, the couple's relationship has gone from strength-to-strength with the pair moving in together last month.
Speaking about domestic life together, Gemma told Lorraine on Tuesday that Gorka 'makes me so happy, he really does.'
The Hollyoaks actress continued: 'Norman and Olly like him so that's fine. I trust my dogs more than anything.'
Gemma also went on to reveal that she was thoroughly enjoying the experience of living with the hunk.
'I've been on my own for around three years, and now I'm living with Gorka. We both cook but with him being Spanish he's just better at cooking.
Loving it: Gemma also went on to reveal that she was thoroughly enjoying the experience of living with the hunk
Strictly's Gemma Atkinson reveals she walks around naked despite 'cellulite and stretch marks' after boyfriend Gorka gives her body confidence for the first time in her life
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Handelsblatt: Deutsche Bank is considering a merger with UBS
Handelsblatt reports that the likely scenario was discussed at a meeting of the bank's supervisory board. Deutsche Bank itself called the report a "fiction".
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Yet, the market is rumoring that Deutsche Bank is considering merger options, seeking to compensate for losses that the credit organization has incurred in three years.
As the German newspaper Handelsblatt reported referring to its own sources, possible scenarios for the merger of UBS and Commerzbank were discussed at a meeting of the bank's supervisory board. Yet, the bank itself denied this statement, calling Handelsblatt’s message "fiction."
"We are amazed at what passes through editorial filters and gets into the media," Deutsche Bank CFO James von Moltke commented on the information that appeared in the German publication, adding that the bank will have to do a great job of uniting its retail units, which will take some years.
Earlier, the executive director of Deutsche Bank Christian Sewing also besieged speculation about possible deals, saying that the organization should focus on "homework" for the next 18 months.
Reports in the media appeared after Deutsche Bank changed direction and announced a revision of the strategy, which involves cutting thousands of jobs and reducing the global investment business.
At the same Handelsblatt ihas already assessed possible transactions, referring to results of the Supervisory Board meeting. The merger with UBS seems more profitable, as Deutsche Bank and the Swiss credit institution will complement each other well in the field of investment banking and capital management. According to the publication, Deutsche will become a junior partner in the case of a merger with UBS.
Merger with Commerzbank, on the other hand, can lead to high restructuring costs due to large duplication.
At the same time, the very same newspaper, referring to the bank’s management, reported that any immediate merger was deemed "completely unrealistic" at a meeting on the strategy of the credit institution.
The talks about possible transactions, however, is partly fueled by the German authorities, which own 15% of Commerzbank.
Earlier, Finance Minister Olaf Scholz said that the country needs strong banks to stimulate exports. In the media, it is noted that some bankers privately view this as a shift in mood and hint at a willingness to support the financial industry, including help with merger deals.
source: handelsblatt.com
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My name is Dave Stancliff. Walk down the road of life with me each day. Share a cup of coffee and see what I have to say. I'm a veteran; an independent thinker; and a retired newspaper editor, columnist, and publisher. All views expressed are mine, unless I note otherwise. I often use satire and parody to get my message across. Read on!
Mark your calendar: Very long total lunar eclipse coming Wednesday
This month's full moon will pass almost directly through the center of Earth's shadow on Wednesday in what will be an unusually long total eclipse of the moon.
The lunar eclipse will occur just two weeks after a June 1 partial solar eclipse, when the moon blocked part of the sun as viewed from Arctic regions.
The eclipse won't be visible from North America due to its timing, which places the event in the daylight hours when the moon is behind the local horizon.
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Too much coffee makes you hear voices, study suggests
Good Morning Humboldt County!
Join me for a quick cup of Joe and go this morning. While we’re enjoying it there’s something you should know:
If you're hearing voices in your head, you may want to cut back on the caffeine. A recent Australian study showed a link between heavy coffee consumption, stress -- and auditory hallucinations.
Here's what happened: The volunteers listened to white noise played through a computer's headphones for three minutes. Every time they heard even a snippet of Bing Crosby's White Christmas, they were told to press a hand tally counter. (They weren't aware of the real point of the study -- they were told it was about auditory perception.)
The song was never played. But the participants who said they were very stressed, and very caffeinated -- those who regularly drank five or more cups per day, at 200 milligrams of caffeine each -- were more likely to imagine they'd heard it.
"We believe that high stress, in addition to taking high levels of caffeine, makes people yet more stressed and thus makes them more likely to 'overreact' to the environment -- i.e., to hear things that just aren’t there," explains Simon Crowe, the lead author of the study and a neuroscientist at Australia's La Trobe University, located in Bundoora, Victoria. The report was published in the April issue of the journal Personality and Individual Differences
It's worth noting here that there are some limitations to the study: The levels of stress and caffeine consumption were both self-reported by the 92 volunteers who participated in the experiment. And what if, somehow, the caffeine-stressball combo made participants more eager to try to please the researchers -- yes, of course we heard the song! It's lovely, isn't it?!
Then again, maybe that's just what the voices in my head are telling me.
How much caffeine do you consume each day?
Posted by ImBlogCrazy at 9:51 AM
Who Would You Say is the Fifth Face of Mount Rushmore?
If you observe Mount Rushmore from certain point, you can see that four former US presidents aren’t the only ones present.
Turning the photo for 90 degrees (as seen below) can help you visualize the fifth persona even better! Who would you say it represents? Think this was by accident or intentionally planned?
I almost see Tricky Dick Nixon (the sagging cheeks). If it wasn’t for the broken nose, he would be my guess.
Anyway, here’s an interesting fact about Mount Rushmore: did you know that the four presidents carved into the granite were initially planned to be depicted from head to waist?
Unfortunately, lack of funding forced construction to its end. Either way, the memorial still attracts approximately two million people annually.
You can see Gutzon Borglum’s (the man behind the sculptures) original plans by visiting wikipedia.
Posted by ImBlogCrazy at 12:48 PM
The truth may never be known: new photos of spy plane launch Area 51 intrigue
Few things capture the public's curiosity like Area 51. The top-secret military base (which doesn't officially exist) has been the subject of conspiracy theories for decades. What actually went on there? Something tells us we'll never know for sure. However, a recently revealed series of photographs provides some tantalizing new clues.
The photos, which were published by National Geographic, show a titanium A-12 spy plane. In one image, the satisfyingly sci-fi-looking plane hangs upside down while it is prepared for radar testing. In another shot, a group of officials with heavy equipment "remove all traces of the A-12 spy plane" after it went down in the Utah desert in 1963.
See some previously unreleased photos of Area 51 See more Area 51 photos at National Geographic
Of course, the photos don't prove that alien life exists--but they do go a long way toward proving the government wasn't exactly forthcoming with what was going on at Area 51. Cue the "X-Files" theme song.
Unseen pictures capture outbreak of Beatlemania
It’s time for a cup of Joe and go. I find it interesting when someone turns up with unseen historical photos. A few years back it was some Marilyn Monroe photos.
This introductory period for the Beatles didn’t impress me. As a matter of fact I thought they were a bunch of“Bubble Gummers” and ignored them. As the years went by I grew to like their material as they matured.
‘They have been gathering dust in a basement for more than 40 years, but now U.S. photographer Mike Mitchell has decided to auction a group of pictures which capture the moment the Beatles became a worldwide phenomenon.” Story Here
Time for me to walk on down the road…
107 Americans killed last year: time to say adios to Mexico travel?
You couldn’t get me to go to Mexico if you offered an all expense paid vacation and a case of Jack Daniels.
“Mexico's drug war has claimed more than 34,000 lives in the past four years. Despite the increasingly bleak headlines that often mention shootouts, beheading and mass graves, Americans have continued to visit the troubled country -- until now.
The Wall Street Journal wrote that several tour operators and hotel chains have seen a decline in the number of Americans visiting Mexico. Rest of story here.
Multimillionaire pooch dies at age 12 (84 in dog years)
I have been channeling "Trouble" for quite some time. Trouble wants the estate to give me the balance of the inheritance so that Trouble can live and communicate thru me. Trouble has the answers to many of the world's problems and will only be too happy to share --- for a price.
From MSNBC’s Pet’s and Animals this afternoon:
“Trouble, the beloved Maltese of billionaire Leona Helmsley who became an international celebrity when Helmsley died and left him $12 million, has died. The pampered pooch was 12 — 84 in dog years.
Interestingly enough, Trouble wasn’t the richest dog in the world when he died. That honor belongs to Gunther IV, a German dog left $372 million by his owner, reports Business Insider. Other mogul mutts include Miss Charlie Brown, an English cocker spaniel in South Dakota who stands to inherit $130 million from her mineral magnate owners.
Oprah Winfrey’s will is rumored to have earmarked $30 million for the care of her pups.” Rest of the story here.
Posted by ImBlogCrazy at 11:43 AM
Popular Science picks top 10 inventions for 2011
It’s time for a cup of Joe and go. This morning let’s look at a little good old fashioned American know-how. Here’s some interesting inventions for 2011:
David Brown designed The BodyGuard, a crime-fighting armored glove, as built-in self protection. The demo model has a camera, a wrist mounted stunner and lots of room for future improvements. The idea came to David while talking to his friend, Kevin Costner.
Check out our full feature, and awesome video, on the BodyGuard here.
Nationwide Trend: Seniors' medical pot collective stirs up trouble
Joe Schwartz is a 90-year-old great-grandfather of three who enjoys a few puffs of pot each night before he crawls into bed in the Southern California retirement community he calls home.
The World War II veteran smokes the drug to alleviate debilitating nausea and is one of about 150 senior citizens on this sprawling, 18,000-person gated campus who belongs to a thriving — and controversial — medical marijuana collective operating here, in the middle of one of the largest retirement communities in the United States.
The fledgling collective mirrors a nationwide trend as more and more senior citizens turn to marijuana, legal or not, to ease the aches and pains of aging. But in Laguna Woods Village, tucked in the heart of one of the most conservative and wealthiest counties in California, these ganja-smoking grandparents have stirred up a heated debate with their collective, attracting a crackdown from within the self-governed community.
PHOTO - Lonnie Painter, 65, who uses marijuana for medicinal purposes and is the director of a group known as Laguna Woods for Medical Cannabis, medicates at his home in Laguna Woods, California.
Weiner Wednesday: what’s he going to do for his next act?
It’s hard for me to pass up WeinerGate. I laughed so hard while watching Jimmy Fallon’s take on Weiner Boy, I had coffee coming out of my nose! I promise, this will be my last post on him.If I were a politician nowadays I wouldn’t even own a cell phone! Look at the all the trouble it’s getting these politicos in. They don’t seem to realize the world’s watching while they make monkeys of themselves.
Weiner skit ends in injury for Jon Stewart
Conservative Twitter group warned 'schoolgirls' about Weiner
Fallon offers his risque take on Anthony Weiner
Link to Video – RNC Chairman says Weiner must go
Time for me to head on down the road…
‘One Nation Tour’ set to go abroad: Margaret Thatcher refuses to meet with Sarah Palin & entourage
Who would of guessed the Sarah Palin traveling freak show had plans to travel abroad? The so-called “One Nation Tour” already hit a detour when former British prime minister, Margaret Thatcher, refused to meet with her. Can you blame Margaret? She’s just not interested in a retarded political wannabe’s extremist views, and un-educated take on the world.
I’d hazard to say Margaret got a kick out of Palin’s revisionist history where Paul Revere warned the British the Americans were coming! But, Margaret does have to keep up appearances and entertaining political clowns like Palin just wouldn’t do… my daw…ling!
From The L.A. Times this afternoon:
“Margaret Thatcher, the former British prime minister, is well respected by Sarah Palin, but it doesn't appear that the feeling is mutual.
Recently the former Alaska governor revealed plans to take her "One Nation" road show across the pond next month, with a stop in London as she makes her way to Sudan.
"I am going to Sudan in July and hope to stop in England on the way. I am just hoping Mrs. Thatcher is well enough to see me as I so admire her," Palin told Britain's Sunday Times in an article titled "Reloaded and on a Mrs. T mission: the Palins are coming to Britain!"
But the woman affectionately dubbed the Iron Lady isn't interested in meeting with Sarah Barracuda during the hockey mom's trip.
"Lady Thatcher will not be seeing Sarah Palin. That would be belittling for Margaret. Sarah Palin is nuts," an unnamed "ally" told the Guardian.” - Andrew Malcolm
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Tuesday Talk: Americans rated most hilarious in global poll
Have a quick cup of coffee with me this morning, as I’m shortening my morning format. Reader feedback tells me that people are more likely to comment if there’s a chance to at the end of a post – as opposed to five posts run together and only one area to comment.
The Germans have been voted the world's "least funny nationality" in a global poll, which names Americans the funniest overall and the Spanish the most amusing Europeans, ahead of the Italians and French.
I find it interesting that Americans were found to be so humorous. That’s a good thing I suppose. The good news for today is no rain. None predicted this week anyway. It’s good walking weather and that’s what I intend to do with my pug Millie this afternoon.
Whatever you do today, do it with gusto. Life’s too short not to. Time for me to walk on down the road…
Sexting scandal exposed when Weiner admits it was ‘his weinie’
It’s spring and scandals are in the airwaves again. The latest candidate for the un-coveted “As It Stands” Politician Doing Wrong Again Award” makes a pretty good case for being stupid.
New York congressman: 'The picture was of me, I sent it'
After days of denials, a choked-up Rep. Anthony Weiner confessed Monday that he tweeted a photo of his bulging underpants to a young woman, and he also admitted to online exchanges with several women. He apologized for lying but said he would not resign.
Maniac Monday: Americans are not happy and other stuff…
Good to see you this morning. Have you got a cup of something hot and tasty to drink? All right then. Let’s take a look at the news of the day:
US doesn't make cut for happiest nations list
What makes people happy? The question, which has been debated by philosophers for centuries, now is being tackled by international bureaucrats and the results are interesting, to say the least. Old, stable nations of northern Europe took five of the top 10 spots on our list. These include Finland, Sweden, the Netherlands, Norway, and Denmark. Switzerland is also on the list and has many characteristics in common with the Scandinavian countries. The resource-rich, English-speaking countries of Australia and Canada made the cut as well. Noticeably absent from the list are any OECD nations in Latin America, southern and eastern Europe and Asia. Many of the southern European nations like Greece, Portugal, and Spain are in economic trouble and have high unemployment.
PHOTO - Danish residents have consistently rated themselves as the happiest in the world for years in several different studies.
No joke! Your laugh lines may reveal bone health
Your laugh lines may offer clues to the health of your bones, according to a new study.
The results show that for women in their 40s and 50s, the worse their skin wrinkles are, the lower their bone density is.
"This information…may allow for the possibility of identifying postmenopausal women at fracture risk at a glance, without dependence on costly tests," said study researcher Dr. Lubna Pal, a reproductive endocrinologist at Yale School of Medicine in New Haven, Conn.
Humble cabbage becomes art
Ju Duoqi stocks up on cabbages in the Beijing vegetable market and then transforms the humble vegetables into works of art depicting beautiful women -- that sometimes leave very little to the imagination.
The 38-year-old said she started using cabbages in her work five years ago when she was looking for a way to bring her art together with everyday life.
"Cabbages come in different sizes and colors. Under different light and in different contexts, I can make cabbages into various forms and take photos of them that produce different moods," Ju said.
Wind power turbines in Altamont Pass threaten protected birds
Scores of protected golden eagles have been dying each year after colliding with the blades of about 5,000 wind turbines along the ridgelines of the Bay Area's Altamont Pass Wind Resource Area, raising troubling questions about the state's push for alternative power sources.
"It would take 167 pairs of local nesting golden eagles to produce enough young to compensate for their mortality rate related to wind energy production," said field biologist Doug Bell, manager of East Bay Regional Park District's wildlife program. "We only have 60 pairs."
PHOTO - Biologist Joseph DiDonato cradles a golden eagle chick for a Bay Area study. On average, 67 golden eagles are killed each year by wind turbines. (Don Kelsen / Los Angeles Times
Conspiracy theories abound in American politics
Osama bin Laden is alive and well. President Obama is a closet Kenyan. Arnold Schwarzenegger hid his out-of-wedlock child with the help of scheming reporters.
Most people dismiss such talk as obviously untrue, if not downright nutty.
But to the conspiracy-minded, those assertions are not just plausible but absolutely true, making them just the latest threads in a long American tradition of suspicion and skepticism that is woven deep within our political and cultural DNA.
PHOTO - Events such as the Gulf of Tonkin incident have convinced some Americans that their leaders are not to be trusted. In a 1964 press briefing, Secretary of Defense Robert S. McNamara described "unprovoked and deliberate" attacks by North Vietnamese boats against U.S. destroyers. The claims were later revealed as a false pretense for plunging the U.S. deeper into the Vietnam War. (Bob Schutz / Associated Press)
I hope you enjoyed our time together. It’s time for me to head on down the road…
As It Stands: Summer vacations: Costly, stressful, but oh, those memories!
Dave Stancliff/For the Times-Standard
Posted: 06/05/2011 02:40:23 AM PDT
Listen closely. Can you hear it? The high-pitched chords of “School's Out” from Alice Cooper's 1972 title track single is playing on iPods across the country. Summer vacation is upon us. Let the rituals begin.
Americans love vacations. We love to be entertained. We love to travel. With the current weak economy, however, a lot of us won't be loading up the family SUV and going very far down holiday road.
The price of gas alone is a daunting obstacle. Those with urban beasts that gulp a gallon every 10 to 25 miles will have to look for vacations near home if they don't want to spend all their money on fuel. Somewhere really close. Like maybe the next county.
Forget about flying. Not only has it become so costly you don't dare take a carry-on bag (the prices are going up, up and away), you might also be selected to be groped just because.
But I digress. We're talking about kids getting out of school and parents who feel a lemming-like urge to go somewhere special and prevent their whiny complaints about being bored.
Have you ever seen the movie “Family Vacation?” If you can't afford to go anywhere this summer, rent it for a good laugh. It'll also drown out the kids' whining if you turn the volume up high enough!
I remember going on old Route 66 from California to Ohio and back for a family reunion during the summer of 1966. I was 16 and my brother was 14. We fought every inch of the way. My mother's dire threats didn't carry much weight as she was in the front seat with Dad, and they couldn't reach us in the back of that 1964 Chevrolet Impala without stopping the car.
We didn't have video games or cell phones to entertain us, so we played classic games like “Slug Bug.” You remember that one, don't you? Whoever saw a VW first shouted, “Slug Bug!” and got to slug the other person on the shoulder. Those were simple times.
When I graduated from high school in 1968, a buddy and I took off for the ultimate summer vacation. We drove his black Slug Bug up the west coast to Canada, across Canada to Winnipeg, down to Minnesota, over to Ohio and New York, south to Georgia, and finally west again on Route 66, back to California.
You'll never guess how much we spent on gas. My buddy Larry, who has always been a hoarder (he calls it collecting), has every receipt for gas we bought on that trip! No kidding. It cost us $312.44!
He still proudly shows those receipts to anyone who'll listen to the story of our amazing summer vacation. Yes, he has food receipts, too, but I don't think he's added those up. They don't make as good a topic for conversation as the gas ones.
My wife and I don't worry about summer vacations anymore. We're retired. There's no longer need to shudder when the schools let out in June and our three sons get bored. No sweat now. No stress. If we feel like going somewhere, we still go, but usually prefer to travel when the weather's cooler.
Summer vacations are all about adventure and fun. Sometimes more adventure than fun, but that's life. It's a time for making memories. “Ah, summer, what power you have to make us suffer and like it,” said Russell Baker. If you've ever had a bad sunburn from going to the beach in the summer, this observation may be especially poignant to you.
I'd like to give you a list of cheap places to travel this summer, but it's all relative. Have you been saving all year and do you now have a comfortable “nest egg” to crack for a family-friendly resort in Cancun?
Or, like many Americans this year, are you going to go a little deeper in debt and head for a theme park in the lower 48?
As It Stands, (in my best Michael Buffer's voice): Let's get ready ... to trav ... el!
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Best Sports Stadiums In Coupland
We've rounded up the best sports stadiums in Coupland in our quest to discover brilliant family attractions and places to visit near you.
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Alternatively, why not explore some other sightseeing days out nearby, including museums and art galleries, or tourist attractions. Find the perfect places to go with your kids and get out on your next adventure!
All the sports stadiums we list are rated according to the ages they are suitable for, facilities and whether they are suitable for rainy days or best when the sun is shining.
Many of the places we list are historic or educational in nature and would be suitable for class trips or as ways to keep the learning up whilst having fun over the school holidays.
We're still waiting to list sports stadiums in Coupland but there's still plenty of fun to be had – try one of these instead!
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Heatherslaw Light Railway
Cornhill-on-Tweed
Suitable for all ages •Outdoor 4.1 miles from Coupland
Coldstream Museum
Suitable for 4+ •Indoor 8 miles from Coupland
Chillingham Castle
Suitable for 0-12 •Indoor, Outdoor 8.2 miles from Coupland
Paxton House
Suitable for all ages •Indoor, Outdoor 12.9 miles from Coupland
Lindisfarne Centre
Suitable for all ages •Indoor 12.9 miles from Coupland
Grace Darling Museum
Suitable for 4+ •Indoor 14.6 miles from Coupland
Suitable for 0-12 •Outdoor 14.6 miles from Coupland
Suitable for 4+ •Indoor, Outdoor 15 miles from Coupland
Preston Tower
Chathill
Manderston
Suitable for 0-12 •Indoor, Outdoor 16.3 miles from Coupland
Farne Islands
Seahouses
Tours and River Cruises
Suitable for 4+ •Outdoor 17 miles from Coupland
Seahouses Treasure Hunt Trail
Golden Gate Boat Trips
Suitable for 9+ •Outdoor 17.1 miles from Coupland
Longstone Lighthouse Visitor Centre
Suitable for 4+ •Indoor, Outdoor 18.3 miles from Coupland
Bailiffgate Museum
Alnwick Castle
Wicked Wizard of Alnwick Treasure Trail
The Alnwick Garden
Mary Queen Of Scots Visitor Centre
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Former Topsham town crier jailed for causing death of partner who was not strapped in
The defendant is well known in the town having once run a wine bar. But he took risks drink driving and not strapping his disabled partner into their car.
Keith Smith was previously Topsham town crier
The former town crier of Topsham has been jailed for more than two years for causing the death of his unsecured partner while he was drink driving.
Keith Smith, 74, had drunk a bottle of wine at a pub in Exeter before getting behind the wheel of his specially adapted Ford Transit and taking home his disabled partner of 30 years Maureen King.
On the way he braked suddenly and caused Ms King’s wheelchair to catapult in the back. He carried on driving to Topsham without picking her up, calling 999 when he got home.
Mrs King, who suffered from multiple sclerosis, died from her injuries eight days later.
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Her family say Smith has never apologised for his actions.
The defendant, now of Bowd Court in Sidmouth, pleaded guilty to causing death by dangerous driving.
The incident happened on September 3, 2017.
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Prosecutor Mr William Hunter said the couple had been for a meal at Exeter Quay.
Smith, who was the only witness, said they were on their way home travelling along Topsham Road when a car in front broke. He slammed on the brakes to avoid a collision.
“This caused the wheelchair to tip sideways behind the driver’s seat,” said Mr Hunter.
Smith could not lift the wheelchair so carried on driving home where he called 999.
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“That may have been because he knew he’d been drinking and should not have been driving,” said Mr Hunter.
Paramedics and police arrived at Denver Road shortly after midnight.
Smith was described as seeming ‘heavily intoxicated’ and unsteady on his feet.
He had to be held steady while walking and told paramedics that he had braked to avoid a sleeping policeman.
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A drink drive reading measured 92mg in 100ml of breath, meaning he was more than two and a half times over the limit.
Mrs King went to bed. She asked not to be taken to hospital. Later that night her daughter called an ambulance. She was found to have a fractured clavicle, fractured rib and a hemothorax.
She died on September 9.
Smith accepted his partner was not safely strapped into the car at the time of the incident. He said she would only wear a strap on long distances.
He said he did not have a mobile phone on him at the time to call police for help.
Police staged reconstructions and found the wheelchair would topple over even at low speeds when the vehicle broke. Mrs King would only have been safe if she had been securely strapped in.
Mr Barry White, defending, said Smith had been devastated by the death of Mrs King.
He regrets the decisions he made that night and the ‘high-risk’ he took transporting Mrs King without straps.
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Friends described Smith a man with a strong sense of duty. A probation report said he was the type of man who would show a ‘stiff upper lip’.
Although Mrs King’s family said he had not apologised he did actually feel responsible for her death and was profoundly sorry.
The defendant was convicted by magistrates in January for drink driving and disqualified from driving for 28 months as a result of the incident.
He has previous convictions for driving while disqualified and no insurance dating back almost 30 years.
Mr White said the issue regarding Mrs King’s death was not alcohol or the manner of Smith’s driving but the fact that she was not strapped in. She was an adult and made the choice not to use the seatbelt.
“In this case the driving was dangerous but not because he fell below the competent level but a case where it should have been obvious that driving without restraints in place was dangerous.”
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Judge Peter Johnson read references from friends of Smith, a former businessman who used to run Denley’s wine bar, including Neil Goodfellow, former chairman of Topsham Rugby Club.
Judge Johnson said: “This was an accident waiting to happen.”
He said only Smith knew what caused him to brake in the vehicle that night as he had given two different explanations.
But he said it was clear the injuries Mrs King suffered contributed to her death.
Jailing Smith for two years and four months he said his sympathies were with the family of Mrs King.
“These are always tragic cases,” he added.
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